Condenser
Time Dryer
DRCT 70 W
Read this manual prior to initial operation of the product!
Dear Customer,
We hope that your product, which has been manufactured in modern facilities and passed through a strict quality control procedure, will give you very good results. We advise you to read through this manual carefully before using your product and keep it for future reference.
This User Manual will
•Help you use your machine in a fast and safe way.
•Read the User Manual before installing and starting your product.
•In particular, follow the instructions related to safety.
•Keep this User Manual within easy reach for future reference.
•Please read all additional documents supplied with your product. Remember that this User Manual is also applicable for several other models.
Explanation of symbols
Throughout this User Manual the following symbols are used:
A Important safety information. Warning for hazardous situations with regard to life and property.
B Caution; Warning for supply voltage.
Caution; Warning for fire hazard.
Caution; Warning for hot surfaces.
Read the instructions.
C Useful information. Important information or useful hints about usage.
This appliance’s packaging material is recyclable. Help recycle it and protect the environment by dropping it off in the municipal receptacles provided for this purpose.
Your appliance also contains a great amount of recyclable material. It is marked with
this label to indicate the used appliances that should not be mixed with other waste. This way, the appliance recycling organised by your manufacturer will be done under the best possible conditions, in compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment. Contact your town hall or your retailer for the used appliance collection points closest to your home. We thank you doing your part to protect the environment.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS |
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Your Dryer |
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Overview........................................ |
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2 Important safety information6 |
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General safety................................ |
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Intended use.................................. |
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Children’s safety............................. |
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Installation |
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Appropriate installation location...... |
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Under counter installation............... |
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Ventilation hose and connection (for |
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products equipped with an outlet |
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vent)............................................... |
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Adjusting feet................................. |
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First use......................................... |
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Disposing of packaging material..... |
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Transportation of the machine........ |
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Disposing of the old machine......... |
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Electrical Connection |
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Electrical requirements................. |
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Fitting a different plug .................. |
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5 Initial preparations for drying11
Things to be done for energy |
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saving:......................................... |
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Laundry suitable for drying in the |
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machine....................................... |
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Laundry unsuitable for drying in the |
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machine....................................... |
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Preparing laundry for drying.......... |
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Correct load capacity................... |
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Loading........................................ |
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6 Selecting a Programme and |
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Operating Your Machine |
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Control panel................................ |
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Preparing the machine................. |
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Timer programme selection.......... |
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Main programmes........................ |
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Programme selection and |
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consumption table....................... |
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Auxiliary function.......................... |
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Warning indicators....................... |
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Starting the Programme............... |
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Timer follow-up indicator.............. |
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Changing the programme after the |
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programme has started................ |
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Child-proof lock............................ |
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Ending the programme through |
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cancelling..................................... |
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End of programme....................... |
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7 Quick instructions for daily use
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8Maintenance and cleaning 19
Fluff filter ...................................... |
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Solution suggestions for |
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problems |
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Door Reversal |
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Guarantee |
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What is covered?......................... |
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What is not covered?................... |
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Important notes............................ |
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Service |
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1 Your Dryer
Overview
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1- Rating label |
4- Condenser and water tank cover |
2- Control Panel |
5- Adjustable Feet |
3- Fluff filter |
6- Power Cord |
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Technical Specifications
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Height (adjustable) |
85.0 cm |
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Width |
59.5 cm |
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Depth |
54 cm |
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Capacity (max.) |
7 kg |
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Weight (net) |
37 kg |
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Voltage |
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Rated power input |
See rating label |
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Model code |
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Type label is located behind the loading door.
Specifications of this appliance may change without notice to improve the quality of the product. Figures in this manual are schematic and may not match your product exactly. Values stated on the machine labels or in the documentation accompanying it are obtained in laboratory in accordance with the relevant standards. Depending on operational and environmental conditions of the appliance, values may vary.
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2 Important safety information
This section includes safety information that will help protection from risks of personal injuries or materialistic damages. Failure to follow these instructions
shall cause any warranty and reliability commitment to become void.
General safety
•Never place the machine on a carpetcovered floor, otherwise, lack of airflow beneath the machine may cause electrical parts to overheat. This will cause problems with your machine.
•If the power cable or mains plug is damaged, you must call Authorised Service Agent for repair.
•The product should not be plugged in during installation, maintenance and repair works. Such works should always be made by the technical service. Manufacturer shall not be held responsible for damages arising from processes carried out by unauthorised persons.
•Connect the product to a grounded outlet protected by a fuse of suitable capacity as stated in the technical specifications table.
•Operate your product at temperatures between +5°C and +35°C.
•Do not use electrical devices in the product.
•Do not connect the air exit of the product to the chimney holes which are used for the exhaust fumes of the devices operating with gas or other types of fuel.
•You must provide enough ventilation in order to prevent gases exiting from devices operating with other types of fuels including the naked flame from accumulating in the room due to the back fire effect.
•Always clean the lint filter before or after each loading.
•Never operate your dryer without the lint filter installed.
•Do not allow fibre, dust and dirt accumulation around the exhaust exit and at adjacent areas.
•Power cable plug must be within easy reach after installation.
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•Do not use extension cords, multiplugs or adaptors to connect the dryer to power supply in order to decrease the risk of electric shock.
•Do not make any changes on the plug supplied with the product. If it is not compatible with the socket, have a qualified electrician change the socket with a suitable one.
•Items cleaned or washed with gasoil/ fuel oil, dry-laundry solvents and other combustible or explosive materials as well as the items that are contaminated or spotted with such materials should not be dried in the product since they emit flammable or explosive vapor.
•Do not dry items cleaned with industrial chemicals in the dryer.
•Do not dry unwashed items in the dryer.
•Items soiled with cooking oils, acetone, alcohol, fuel oil, kerosene, stain remover, turpentine, paraffin and paraffin removers must be washed
in hot water with plenty of detergent before being dried in the dryer.
•Garments or pillows bolstered with rubber foam (latex foam), shower bonnets, water resistant textiles, materials with rubber reinforcement and rubber foam pads should not be dried in the dryer.
•Do not use fabric softeners and anti-static products unless they are recommended by the manufacturers of the fabric softener or the product.
•This product must be earthed.
Grounding installation decreases the risk of electric shock by opening a path with low resistance for the
electricity flow in case of a malfunction or failure. Power cable of this product is equipped with a conductor and
a grounding plug that allows for grounding the product. This plug must be installed appropriately and inserted into a socket which is grounded in accordance with the local laws and regulations.
•Do not install the product behind a door with a lock, sliding door or a door that has a hinge against the hinge of
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the dryer.
•Do not install or leave this product in places where it will be exposed to outdoor conditions.
•Do not tamper with the controls.
•Do not perform any repair or part replacing procedures on the product even if you know or have the ability to perform unless it is clearly suggested in the operating instructions or the published service manual.
•Inside and exhaust duct of the product must be cleaned by the qualified service personnel periodically.
•Wrong connection of grounding conductor of the product can cause electric shock. If you have any suspect about the grounding connection, have it checked by a qualified electrician, service representative or service personnel.
•Do not reach into the machine when the drum is spinning.
•Unplug the machine when it is not in use.
•Never wash down the appliance with water! There is the risk of electric shock! Always disconnect by unplugging from the mains before cleaning.
•Never touch the plug with wet hands. Never unplug by pulling on the cable, always pull out by grabbing the plug only. Do not operate the machine if the power cable or plug is damaged!
•Never attempt to repair the machine yourself, otherwise, you will be putting your life and others’ lives in danger.
•For malfunctions that cannot be solved by following the information given in the safety instructions:
Turn off the machine and contact an authorised service agent.
•Do not stop the dryer before the drying cycle comes to an end unless you will remove all laundry from the dryer fast in order to lay them and dissipate the heat.
•Remove the door of the drying compartment before decommissioning or disposing of the product.
•The final step of the drying cycle (cooldown cycle) occurs without applying heat to ensure that the items are left
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at a temperature that will not damage them.
•Fabric softeners or similar products should be used as specified by the fabric softener instructions.
•Underwear that contains metal reinforcements should not be placed in a dryer. Damage to the dryer can result if metal reinforcements come loose during drying.
•Check all garments for forgotten lighters, coins, metal pieces, needles, etc. before loading.
•At times when your dryer is not in
use or after the laundry is taken out following the completion of drying process, turn off by using the On/ Off button. In cases when the On/
Off button is on (while the dryer is energized), keep the door of the dryer closed.
Intended use
•This product has been designed for domestic use. It should not be used for other purposes.
•Use the product only for drying laundry that are marked accordingly.
•Dry only those articles in your product that are stated in this manual.
•This product is not intended to be used by persons with physical, sensory or mental disorders or unlearned
or inexperienced people (including children) unless they are attended by a person who will be responsible for their safety or who will instruct them accordingly for use of the product.
Children’s safety
•Electrical appliances are dangerous for the children. Keep children away from the machine when it is operating. Do not let them tamper with the machine.
•Packaging materials are dangerous to children. Keep the packaging materials out of reach of children or dispose them by classifying according to waste directives.
•Do not allow children sit/climb on or enter in the product.
•Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product.
•Close the loading door when you leave the area where the product is located.
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3 Installation
Refer to the nearest Authorised Service
Agent for installation of your product.
C Preparation of location and electrical installation for the product is under customer’s responsibility.
B Installation and electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified personnel.
A Prior to installation, visually check if the product has any defects on it. If so, do not have it installed. Damaged products will cause risks for your safety.
Appropriate installation location
• Install the product in an environment which has no risk of freezing and is in a stable and level position.
• Operate your product in a well ventilated, dust-free environment.
• Do not block the air ducts in front of and under the product with materials such as long pile rugs and cupboard plinths.
• Do not place your product on a long pile rug or on similar surfaces.
• Do not install the product behind a door with a lock, sliding door or a hinged door which can strike the product.
• Once the product is installed, it should stay at the same place where its connections have been made. When installing the product, make sure
that the rear wall of it does not touch anywhere (tap, socket, etc.) and also pay attention to install the product at a place where it will stay permanently.
BDo not place the product on top of the power cable.
•Keep at least 1.5 cm distance to walls of other furniture.
Connection to a water drain (for products equipped with a condenser )
In products equipped with a condenser unit the water accumulated during the drying cycle is collected in the water tank.
You should drain the accumulated water after each washing cycle.
You can directly send the accumulated
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water out through the water drain hose supplied with the machine instead of periodically draining the water collected in the water tank.
Connecting the water drain hose for models with the water tank at the bottom;
Connection pipe to water drain is at the bottom rear of your machine.
1.Remove the bracket and the rubber cap.
2.Attach the drain hose and replace the bracket to its position.
Important:
C There is no pump in the machine, so ensure that the hose is placed to allow a easy water flow.
C The end of the hose should never be higher than the level of the water outlet on the machine. Otherwise, the “tank full” light of your machine will illuminate and stop the programme.
C If the dryer is mounted on the washing machine by means of a bracket, use of the water drain hose is recommended. The drain hose should be directed downwards as shown in the figure.
Adjusting feet
In order to ensure that your product operates more silently and vibrationfree, it must stand level and balanced on its feet. Front feet of your product can
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be adjusted. Balance the machine by adjusting the feet.
1. Loosen the feet by hand.
2. Adjust the feet until the product stands level and firmly on the floor.
CDo not use any tools to loosen the adjustable feet, otherwise, they can be damaged.
CNever remove the adjustable feet from their housings.
2 plastic pieces supplied along with the user manual prevent your machine from slipping on wet and slippery surfaces. To install the plastic parts:
1.Tilt your product to backwards.
2.Fit the plastic parts on to the front adjustable feet. Press on the plastic parts to snap them into their seating.
3.Check the balance of your product again and readjust the adjustable feet if necessary.
First use
•To have the product ready for operation before calling the authorised service agent, make sure that its location and power supply installations are appropriate. If they are not, call
a qualified electrician to have any necessary arrangements carried out.
•Make sure that the power connections of the product are in accordance
with the instructions given in relevant chapters of this manual.
Disposing of packaging material
Packaging materials are dangerous to children. Keep packaging materials in a safe place out of reach of children.
Packaging materials of your product are manufactured from recyclable materials. Sort and dispose of them in accordance with recycled waste instructions. Do not dispose of them with normal domestic waste.
Transportation of the machine
1.Unplug the machine from the mains.
2.Remove the water drain (if any) and chimney connections.
3.Drain water remained in the machine completely before transportation.
Disposing of the old machine
Dispose of your old machine in an environmentally friendly manner.
Refer to your local dealer or solid waste collection centre in your area to learn how to dispose of your machine.
Before disposing of your old machine, cut off the power cable plug and make the loading door lock unusable to avoid dangerous conditions to children.
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