The Spires

Appliances Instructions

Appliance manuals can be found in the kitchen drawer. Alternatively, please ask Reception who will be happy to assist you.

 

We ask that you consider your carbon footprint when using appliances. In all of our apartments, we now use energy efficient lightbulbs, which take slightly longer to brighten up.

 

  1. DISHWASHER

 

The dishwasher is in the kitchen in the cupboard next to the fridge/freezer. We have provided you with some complimentary dishwasher tablets for your arrival to start you off. If you require more, they can be found for purchase at the local Tesco and Co-Operative. 

 

  • Open the dishwasher’s door
  • Turn on by pressing the last button on the left-hand side
  • Select washing mode by pressing one of the 5 buttons in the middle
  • Start the dishwasher by pressing the last button on the right-hand side
  • Close the dishwasher’s door

 

  1. WASHER/DRYER

 

The washer/dryer is located under the kitchen counter.  We have provided you with some complimentary washing tablets for your arrival to start you off. If you require more, they can be found for purchase at the local Tesco and Co-Operative. 

 

Full instructions on how to work this appliance is provided in the drawer in the kitchen.

 

  1. OVEN/HOB

 

Please turn this on at the switch on the wall beside the oven and hob. Should the integrated ignition switch fail to work, a separate ignitor is available. 

 

Please ensure that you keep all doors closed when cooking and make sure that your extractor fan is on. The smoke detectors in the apartments are very sensitive and they have been installed these for your own safety. Please do not tamper with the smoke alarm or remove the batteries.

 

Oven

 

  • Turn on main electricity switch, located on the wall on the left-hand side (has red indicator light on it)
  • Adjust the temperature and cooking mode from the controls above the oven door.

 

Hob

  • Turn on the gas supply by twisting the dials on the right-hand side clockwise
  • Carefully press down on the dials to light the rings. If the ignition does not work please turn off gas and contact Reception or the Duty Manager.

 

 

 

  1. EXTRACTOR FAN

 

This is located above the hob. The switch to turn this on is situated on the front of the fan hood. Please use this at all times when cooking items on the hob.

 

 

 

  1. BOILERS & RADIATORS

 

Central heating is provided in all apartments and is controlled from the boiler unit located in the kitchen. Temperature can be changed using the twist dial on each radiator. The heating system operates automatically three times a day. Below, you'll find the heating schedule:

 

Monday - Friday:

05:30 to 07:00

14:00 to 15:30

18:00 to 21:00

 

Weekend:

08:30 to 10:30

15:00 to 16:00

18:00 to 22:00

 

Your boiler has been set to automatic mode, and manual control is not recommended to prevent heating issues. If the heating schedule is inconvenient for you, kindly contact the Reception, and we will ensure that our team member adjusts the settings to accommodate your needs.

 

  1. FUSE BOX

 

The fuse box is in your hall cupboard. In the unlikely event of a power outage, the fuse box can be checked for trips and if required, reset. Caution is advised and if you are unsure, please contact Reception or the Duty Manager.

 

  1. SHOWERS

 

The showers in the apartment will either be electric or use heated water from the boiler.

 

If there is a red switch outside the bathroom you will need to switch this on before using the shower. If there is not a red switch your shower will work automatically when you turn it on.

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