hoover hsc 170?

the problem with no heat can be to things 1st the thermistat not working 2nd the heater element at the rear of machine behind small cover but make sure you unplug electric before atemting to undo look closely at elements inside for break if so you have found the problem replace not expensive check this option first hope this helps jimmyc

jimmy c
October 2010

Hello my tumble dryer is not getting hot have you got any ideas

lana
September 2010

i too had the same problem, followed instructions and worked fine for me apart from breaking a couple clips which holds the motor casing ha ha
cheers

jamie
February 2009

We had a similar problem with our HSC170, solved by the following:
Remove front lower panel, condenser reservoir and filter.
Remove the exposed metal panel. 4 Screws are underneath, 2 are in the white door surround, others facing you. The panel can then be eased upwards and out of the door surround.
Bottom right corner is the fan housing in two halves. Unclip the top half so this is free.
Release the front fan (clipped to motor) and let this drop down at the front (no need to remove).
Now remove the top half of the housing. This needs some 'jiggling' to get out at the front. Take care with the wiring to the right.
You should now be able to see the two pulleys holding the drive belt.
Apply a small amount of grease (or oil) to the pulley spindle ends. Do not get lubricant on the pulleys or the drive belt.
Rotate the drum by hand to help lubricate the pulley spindles.
Put fan housing back into dryer. Replace fan and then clip housing back into place.
Replace front plate, filter, reservoir and front panel.
Try dryer and I hope this cures the problem for you.
I expect the spindles will need lubricating again every few weeks.

Ian.

Ian McLelland
September 2007

Steve. We've got exactly the same problem with our HSC170 and no way to get inside to find out what causes the noise. Any info greatly appreciated, otherwise it's let the machine fail and buy a different make (£170 wasted). Ian

Ian
September 2007