Hoover HLEC8LG-80 8KG Condenser Tumble Dryer - White
956/8062£299.00
Colour: White
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- White
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About this product
The Hoover HLE C8LG Condenser Tumble Dryer is the perfect choice for medium-sized families, blending style with everyday practicality. With an 8kg load capacity and 14 versatile programmes—including 4 intelligent Sensor Dry options and a Timed Drying function—it adapts effortlessly to your laundry needs. As a condenser model, steam is drawn into the condensing chamber, converted back into water, and collected in the easy-access bottom container. Efficient, stylish, and family-friendly, it's designed to make drying simpler and smarter.
The innovative Sensor Dry Technology gives you complete control over your laundry. Simply choose the level of dryness you need—Store Dry, Hang Dry, or Iron Dry—and the machine automatically switches off once your clothes are perfectly ready. It's the smarter way to care for your garments, saving you time, preventing over-drying, and keeping energy bills low by using only the power that's needed.
Smart Laundry, One Touch Away: This dryer features innovative One Touch Technology, giving you seamless connectivity with your Android smartphone. Simply tap to unlock extra programmes, monitor your drying cycles in real time, and run quick diagnostic checks—all from the convenience of your device.
Less creases, less effort: The Crease Free feature is the perfect solution for drying mixed fabric loads. By maintaining the ideal humidity, it helps minimise folds and wrinkles, making ironing quicker and easier. Smarter drying means smoother clothes and less hassle for you.
Specification
Overview
| Size (cm) | Size H85.0, W60.0, D60.0cm |
|---|---|
| Drying capacity (kg) | 8 |
| Dryer type | Condenser |
| Smart connectivity | NFC |
| Cool tumble | Yes |
|---|---|
| Woollens cycle | Yes |
| Sports cycle | Yes |
| Sensor dry | Yes |
| Dryness levels | 4 |
| Anti-crease option | Yes |
| Drying programmes | 14 |
| Cupboard dry cycle | Yes |
| Easy iron cycle | Yes |
| Shirts cycle | Yes |
| Half load | No |
| Reverse tumble option | No |
| Cottons cycle | Yes |
| Heat settings | 4 |
| Freshen up cycle | Yes |
| Extra dry | Yes |
| Synthetics cycle | Yes |
| Delicates cycle | No |
| Reservoir full indicator | Yes |
|---|---|
| Filter full indicator | Yes |
| Time remaining indicator | Yes |
| Delayed start (hrs) | 9 |
| Control type | Touch control |
| Display type | LCD |
| Airborne acoustical noise emissions dB(A) | 69 |
|---|---|
| Energy rating | B |
| Vent kit | No |
|---|---|
| Child lock | No |
| Model number | HLE C8LG |
| Fluff filter | Yes |
| Designed to be built-in | No |
| Water container position | Front |
| Reversible door | No |
| EAN | 8059019039695 |
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
548 reviews
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Recommended this product
Customers Say
Users are generally very satisfied with this dryer, highlighting its quick drying time, efficiency, and ease of use. However, some have reported issues with the water tank design and leaks.
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Great value dryer
Really pleased with this dryer. Dries very quickly and the majority of the load does not need ironing. So much better than my old dryer.
Jk, 65 or over
Quick drying time
Very happy with my purchase. Drying time is so quick Great stylish design
Taylorjay, 45 - 54, Leicester
Great item great price
It’s a great item with lots of settings for all types of clothes
Kay, 35 - 44, Wolverhampton
Efficient and large capacity
Great price for this rumble drier at 8kg load it is big enough for my family and efficiency rating is also great for a drier very happy
Sleepydiabetic, 45 - 54, Hastings
Shame about the leak
Worked fine for couple days thenntthennticed it leaking and leaving puddle on my floor was leaking from the big pull out filter
Sunnyj
Good features
Great dryer does the job well. Dries my clothes very well and not to noisy. Good price from Argos cheaper than other retailers . Delivery was good men brought it in for me very nice.
Vide
Happy shopper
I bought this condensing tumble dyer two weeks ago excellent service, delivery driver very helpful and polite, kept me up to date with everything
Gel, 65 or over
Perfect
I bought this month ago , im enjoy it
Angy b
Great dryer
I bought this for my daughter she is really pleased with this dryer
Susie, 55 - 64, Leeds
Great dryer
I bought this to replace my last dryer and so glad I went for this hoover model it dries clothes so fast even thick towels .well pleased with it
pam, 65 or over, Preston Lancashire
Hello Dana,
The supplier has advised the following for the Hoover HLEC8LGB-80 8KG Condenser Tumble Dryer - Black:
"This model has the water tank located at the bottom of the machine."
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Hey Michelle,
I can advise that this tumble dryer will come with a standard 3 pin UK plug.
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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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