Hoover HLEC8LGB-80 8KG Condenser Tumble Dryer - Black
949/4095£299.00
Colour: Black
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About this product
Experience effortless laundry care with the Hoover HLE C8LGB Condenser Tumble Dryer. Designed for busy, mediumsized households, it offers a generous 8kg capacity and 14 versatile programmes, including smart sensordrying technology and a convenient Timed Drying option. Its sleek, modern design blends style with everyday practicality. As a condenser model, it neatly transforms steam into water inside the condensing chamber, collecting it in an easyaccess front container. A reliable, stylish solution that makes drying simpler and smarter.
Precision Drying Made Effortless: Advance Sensory Dry Technology lets you choose from Store Dry, Hang Dry, or Iron Dry, and the dryer automatically stops the moment your clothes reach the perfect level. This smart system protects your garments, prevents overdrying, saves valuable time, and uses only the energy needed .
Smart Control at Your Fingertips: Stay connected with One Touch Technology, giving you the power to link the dryer directly to your Android smartphone. Unlock extra programmes, keep an eye on your drying cycles in real time, and run quick diagnostic checks — all from your device.
Convenient, Personalized Loads: With 14 versatile programmes, you'll always find the perfect setting for whatever you're drying. The innovative Allergy Cycle not only delivers excellent drying performance but also helps reduce common allergens — including dust mites, pet hair, pollen, and detergent residue.
Specification
Overview
| Dryer type | Condenser |
|---|---|
| Weight (kg) | 33.2 |
| Drying capacity (kg) | 8 |
| Smart connectivity | NFC |
| Size (cm) | Size H85.0, W60.0, D60.0cm |
| Sports cycle | Yes |
|---|---|
| Synthetics cycle | Yes |
| Extra dry | Yes |
| Reverse tumble option | No |
| Delicates cycle | No |
| Half load | No |
| Cool tumble | Yes |
| Cupboard dry cycle | Yes |
| Heat settings | 4 |
| Sensor dry | Yes |
| Freshen up cycle | Yes |
| Drying programmes | 14 |
| Cottons cycle | Yes |
| Anti-crease option | Yes |
| Easy iron cycle | Yes |
| Shirts cycle | Yes |
| Woollens cycle | Yes |
| Dryness levels | 4 |
| Delayed start (hrs) | 24 |
|---|---|
| Display type | LCD |
| Time remaining indicator | Yes |
| Filter full indicator | Yes |
| Control type | Touch control |
| Reservoir full indicator | Yes |
| Energy rating | B |
|---|---|
| Airborne acoustical noise emissions dB(A) | 69 |
| Spinning performance rating | C |
| Designed to be built-in | No |
|---|---|
| EAN | 8059019039718 |
| Model number | HLEC8LGB |
| Fluff filter | Yes |
| Reversible door | No |
| Child lock | No |
| Vent kit | No |
| Water container position | Front |
Size H85.0, W60.0, D60.0cm
8 kg drying capacity
14 programmes
Sensor Dry
B Energy rating
10 year parts and 1 year labour manufacturer's guarantee
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4.6
538 reviews
90%
Recommended this product
Customers Say
Overall, users are very pleased with the tumble dryer, highlighting its efficiency, ease of use, and various drying options. However, there are concerns about the water tank design and potential noise levels.
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Dryer
I've this dryer for 3 weeks best dryer I've had
Shaz, 65 or over, Sheffield
Worth the money and 5*'s
Excellent tumble, although it arrived a week later than it should of been, but delivery men were excellent and it definitely deserves 5*, simple and easy to use, good quality product.
Miss christmas, 45 - 54, South wales
Great item
My granddaughter is very pleased with the tumble dryer
macparrot, 65 or over, Wirral
Hoover condenser tumble dryer
Excellent product, would highly recommend
Emmajayne15, 25 - 34, Pembrokeshire
Amazing
I am very happy with this product
Lilly
It's ok .
It's ok works fine , just annoying having to keep taking front cover off to bend down and take water container out to empty . Bad design wouldn't of bought this model if I'd of known .very messy leaks water .and in time the front is going to wear and not clip into place . Wouldn't recommend .
Jayz
Easy to use & to understand i nstructions
Glad I got this dryer as the weather has turned really cold. Feel I got it just in time. Very quick drying schedule and so very quiet that you forget it's on
Jacx61, 55 - 64, Scotland
Easy to use and move
I have found the dryer very simple to operate and to use as well as quite lightweight to move into the desired location by myself
Andrew1970, 45 - 54, Northwest
Great
I bought this a month ago and amSo happy that
Wlad54, 45 - 54, Swinton
Works excently
Bought this recently has worked great soo far has loads of different settings and seems to warm the room up its in. Simple and easy to use design and its very spacious inside.
Crowe77, 18 - 24, Scotland
Hi LA,
Hoover HLEC8LG-80 8KG Condenser Tumble Dryer - White 956/8062
From the details in the specifications table on the item page I can advise:
Child lock No
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Hey Taf,
Regarding the Hoover HLEC8LGB-80 8KG Condenser Tumble Dryer - Black:
I can advise that this model has a water container located underneath the plinth at the bottom of the machine.
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Hello Tooley,
The quickest drying time of this Hoover HLEC8LG-80 8KG Condenser Tumble Dryer can be found in the view document (pdf) at the bottom of the about this product.
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Hi Emac,
Hoover HLEC8LGB-80 8KG Condenser Tumble Dryer - Black 949/4095 The door is not able to be adjusted to open the other way.
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After reading other questions this answer is incorrect. You empty it at the bottom not inside the door
Hi Sue,
Having checked I can confirm the water tank is in the door.
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Hi Philip,
Our supplier has advised it is not recommend that a tumble dryer be used with an extension cord.
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Hello Tee,
The supplier has advised the following for the Hoover HLEC8LGB-80 8KG Condenser Tumble Dryer - Black:
"We do not recommend that a tumble dryer be used with an extension cord. We do not recommend a tumble dryer being used in a bathroom – it is against building regulations in the UK"
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Hello Shirl,
I have placed a link below for Argos Product Support.
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Hi Lil,
Hoover HLEC8LGB-80 8KG Condenser Tumble Dryer - Black
Having checked I can confirm the water tank is in the door.
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Hi there,
For our recycling service please see the link below:
https://www.argos.co.uk/product/4820011?essen...[9568062]:heroComponent:essentialExtrasBundle:4820011:9vdCh90E6pyhuk7eYRXx
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