Hotpoint is a popular and most familiar brand in UK. The product range and the innovative style reflect the brand being into consistent innovation and solution. They own a strong market position which is been realised in the home appliance sector. Quite interesting are most of its products and so is Hotpoint V3D01P 3kg Vented Tumble Dryer which is been reviewed here.
Physical Characteristics:
This model goes into the category of front loading and free standing appliance. Hotpoint V3D01P has the dimension of 670mm in height, 490mm in width and 480mm in depth. In the top stretch are present the control panel with the heat selector switch on the left and the mains on/off indicator lights in the centre while the timer control knob is in the right. The filter is present inside the door and so is the exhaust air grille. The door is been controlled with the door release knob which is present on the right side of the door.
Capacity and Type:
Hotpoint V3D01P White Colour Tumble Dryer works in the vented type which allows the steam to escape through the vent and hence it is required to install the appliance with the proper venting position. It is capable of handling the load of 3 kg and hence it is suitable for small families or the single person use.
Controls:
This model works with the mechanical control system and the dial present is been operated clock wise to set the timer. The timer setting can be set with the minimum of 10 minutes and it goes up to 120 minutes in the 10 minutes incremental. It is possible to reset the timer control as and when needed even in the process of the programming. The door of this model can be opened with the door release system and the grip of the handle is been pulled out to open the door. In case the door is opened during the programme it automatically cuts off the functioning of the dryer. Available in this model is the heat selector which allows setting the temperature either in the high or the low heat. When the switch is pushed in the heat is high and when it is out the temperature setting is low.
Programmes and Care for the fabrics:
This Hotpoint V3D01P Vented Tumble Dryer gives the lavish number of 12 programmes and it also gives another sensor programme. These programmes are specialised for the fabrics of different nature and go with the great care taken for the fabrics. In case of the cottons the high heat can be selected and the drying speed is 1000 rpm and based on the volume of the fabrics the timer can be set from 30 minutes to 70 minutes based on the low, medium or high load option. The high heat applies for the synthetics fabrics as well and the drying time is reduced to 20 minutes to 45 minutes based on the load while for the acrylics the low heat is preferred and reduced spinning is needed while the time selection can be 30 minutes to 70 minutes.
Features:
Sensor drying – This model works on the sensor drying which is an automatic programme in which the device senses the moisture in the fabrics and functions until it is dry as required.
Reverse Tumble Action – The drum is so designed that it moves on both direction. This prevents from creases that are normally found in the fabrics.
Filter – The filter is been located in the door and it is removable for cleaning. This makes it easy to maintain and it also keeps the fabrics from the hair like dust.
Door opening – The door open which is controlled with the knob lets the door open 180 degrees left. This makes the loading and unloading of fabrics easy.
Indicator lights – Present are the indicator lights that assist in the proper functioning of the appliance through out the running time and even for the overall maintenance.
On the whole, Hotpoint V3D01P Freestanding Tumble Dryer serves well for the small families and is a domestic appliance. It also shows the energy efficiency as grade ‘D’. Hence, this is not a competitive model in the aspect of energy efficiency.
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Hotpoint V3D01P 3kg Tumble Dryer – Technical Specification Table
| Manufacturer | Hotpoint |
| Model Name | V3D01P 3kg Vented Tumble Dryer |
| Colours available | White |
| Size (height x width x depth) | 670 x 490 x 480 mm |
| Drying Type | Vented |
| Machine type | Freestanding |
| Drying Capacity | 3.0 kg |
| Loading type | Front loading tumble dryer |
| Number of drying programmes | 12 + 1 |
| Interface | Mechanical |
| Main Features | |
| Number of heat settings | 2 |
| Anti crease function | Yes |
| LED display | Yes |
| Final cool tumble action | Yes |
| Reverse action | Yes |
| Temperature selector | Yes |
| Vent hose | Yes |
| Automatic drying | Yes |
| Child lock | No |
| Interior light | No |
| Special Programmes | |
| Silk dry programme | No |
| Pillow drying | No |
| Delicate dry option | Yes |
| Iron dry | Yes |
| Wool programme | Yes |
| Cupboard dry option | Yes |
| Easy iron option | Yes |
| Reversible door | No |
| Removable filter | Yes |
| Indicators | |
| Filter care indicator | Yes |
| Remaining time indicator | Yes |
| Warning LED indicator | Yes |
| End of program indicator | Yes |
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