Hotpoint CTD00 - Manual (Page 12)

Troubleshooting
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Problem:
The tumble dryer won’t start.
Its taking a long time to dry.
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 TIMER knob has not been set properly (see Start and Programmes).
● The START button has not been pressed (see Start and Programmes).
● The filter has not been cleaned (see Maintenance).
● The condenser needs cleaning? (see Maintenance).
● The water container needs emptying? The empty water light is on? (see
Maintenance).
● The temperature setting is not ideal for the type of fabric you are drying
(see Start and Programmes, and see Laundry).
● The correct drying time has not been selected for the load (see Laundry).
● The air intake grille or rear vents are obstructed (see Installation, and
see Maintenance).
● The items were too wet (see Laundry).
● The dryer was overloaded (see Laundry).
One day your dryer seems not to be working. Before you call your Service Centre (see Service), go through the
following troubleshooting suggestions: