Hoover HDC7 FM user manual Trouble shooting

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Trouble shooting

Trouble shooting

Should your dryer operate incorrectly, check the following points before calling for a service engineer.

Drying time is too long/clothes are not dry enough:

Have you selected the correct drying time/programme? Go to page 9.

Were the clothes too wet? Were the clothes thoroughly wrung or spin-dried?

Does the filter need cleaning? Go to page 6.

Does the condenser need cleaning? Go to page 7.

Is the dryer overloaded? Go to page 4.

Are the inlets, outlets and base of the dryer free from obstructions?

Has the ‘HEAT SETTING’ button been selected from a previous cycle? Go to page 9.

The dryer does not operate:

Is there a working electricity supply to the dryer? Check using another appliance such as a table lamp.

Is the plug properly connected to the mains supply?

Is there a power failure?

Has the fuse blown?

Is the door fully closed? Go to page 9

Is the dryer switched on, both at the mains supply and at the machine? Go to page 9.

Has the drying time or the programme been selected? Go to page 9.

Has the machine been switched on again after opening the door? Go to page 5.

Has the dryer stopped operating because the water tray is full and needs emptying? Go to page 6.

The dryer is noisy

Switch off the dryer and contact the Hoover service number 08705 400 600 for advice.

Filter Care Indicator on

Does the filter need cleaning? Go to page 6.

Does the condenser need cleaning? Go to page 7.

Empty Water Indicator on

Does the water container need emptying? Go to page 6.

If the supply cord on this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord which is only available from Hoover Service or an authorised Hoover Dealer.

Should there still be a problem with your dryer after completing all the recommended checks, please call the national Hoover Service number 08705 400 600

(Eire - 018301 666) for advice. They may be able to assist you over the telephone or arrange for a suitable appointment for an engineer to call under the terms of your guarantee. However, a charge may be made if any of the following applies to your machine:

Is found to be in working order.

Has not been installed in accordance with the installation instructions.

Has been used incorrectly.

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Contents 08705 400 600 Eire 018301 Safety reminders Brown InstallationBefore using the tumble dryer for the first time Electrical requirementsClothes preparation Installation requirementsMaximum drying weight Preparing the loadBy type of fabric Do not tumble dryOpening the door Energy savingFilter Water container Filter Care IndicatorFilter Water ContainerCondenser CondenserDrying guide Control panel and indicator lightsDrying guide Controls and indicators Operation OperationCleaning Cleaning the dryerTechnical specifications Trouble shooting Trouble shootingHoovercare Hoover ServiceGuarantee Hoover Spares