Hotpoint VTD60 Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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Troubleshooting
GB
Problem:
The dryer won’t start.
Drying cycle will not begin.
Its taking a long time to dry.
Programme finishes and
clothes are damper than
expected.
The display shows a fault code F
followed by one or two numbers.
Possible causes / Solution:
The plug is not plugged into the socket, or not making contact.
There has been a power failure.
The fuse has blown. Try to plug another appliance into the socket.
You are using an extension cord? Try to plug the dryer’s power cord
directly into the socket.
The door is not closed securely?
The PROGRAMMES knob has not been set properly (see Start and
Programmes).
The START button has not been pressed (see Start and Programmes).
You have set a delayed time (see Start and Programmes).
The filter has not been cleaned (see Maintenance).
The correct programme has not been selected for the load (see Start
and Programmes).
The flexible vent tube is obstructed (see Installation).
The air intake vent is obstructed (see Installation).
The permanent ventilation flap on the storm cover is obstructed (see
Installation).
The items were too wet (see Laundry).
The dryer was overloaded (see Laundry).
! For safety the dryer has a maximum programme time of 3 hours. If an
automatic programme has not sensed the required final moisture in this
time the dryer will complete the programme and stop. Check the above
points and run the programme again, if the results are still damp, contact
the Service Centre (see Service).
If the display shows F10 or F15:
- Turn off and remove the plug. Clean the filter (see Maintenance).
Then replace the plug, turn on and start another programme. If F10
or F15 is still displayed contact the Service Centre (see
Service
).
If any other number is shown: Note down the code and contact the
Service Centre (see Service).
One day your dryer seems not to be working. Before you call your Service Centre (see Service), go through the
following troubleshooting suggestions: