Hotpoint TDL15 - Manual (Page 7)

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Where to put and vent your dryer
Your Tumble Dryer should NOT be located adjacent to a gas hob
cooker, heater, or eye level grill as flames from the burners could
cause damage to your machine. When the dryer is fitted under a
work surface allow space for air to enter the rear grille, 10mm
above the dryer minimum.
If you are using this Dryer adjacent or stacked on top of a washing
machine SEPARATE mains plugs and sockets must be used for
each appliance. DO NOT use 2-way adaptors or extension leads.
Both your Tumble Dryer and front loading washing machine are
similar in design allowing the Tumble Dryer to be permanently
stacked on top saving you valuable floor space. A special stacking
kit complete with instructions is available from your retailer or
nearest Spares Centre.
IMPORTANT: Only use genuine stacking kits. When ordering
you must state the model numbers of both your Washing
Machine and your Tumble Dryer. Unsuitable kits may result in
a potential hazard and will invalidate your warranty rights.
Unless the Dryer, when stacked, is directly in front of a
window, we strongly recommend the use of a Vent Hose Kit. (If
this is not supplied it can be obtained from your retailer or
Spares Centre).
The Dryer dries your washing by drawing in air that is cool, clean
and relatively dry, heating it and then blowing it through the clothes
as they are gently tumbled. The moisture laden air is then blown out
at the back of the dryer through the vent hose which is
recommended for optimum performance.
When operating the dryer, there has to be adequate ventilation to
avoid the back flow of gases into the room from appliances burning
other fuels, including open fires.
A vent hose must always be fitted when the dryer is used in
conjunction with Mobile Venting.
The hose must be fitted securely into the back of the dryer (see
diagram on previous page). If possible, it is always best to connect
the hose to a permanent outlet close to the dryer (see instructions
below).
Ensure that the end of the hose is not directed towards the air
intake grille at the rear of the dryer.
If permanent installation is not possible, the dryer will work just as
well with the hose passed through a partly-opened window.
NOTE: The vent hose should not exceed 2.4 metres in length
and should be kept free of any possible accumulation of fluff,
lint (and water) by frequently shaking it out. Always ensure
that the hose is not squashed.
See diagram on previous page.
Stack it on your
Washing Machine
Ventilation
Mobile Venting
Fitting the Vent
Hose Kit