Tumble Dryer
Instruction Book
Contents
Safety Advice 3-4
Electrical Requirements 4
Features - Get to know the main parts of your Dryer 5
Where to put and vent your Dryer 5
How to use your Dryer 6
Sorting your laundry 7
Wash Care Labels 8
Items requiring special attention 9
The Controls 10
Guide to Drying Times 11
How to Remove and Clean the Fluff Filter 12
Caring for your Dryer 12
If something goes wrong 13
If it still won’t work 14
Retention of this Instruction Book
This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the safe
and proper use of the appliance.
If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else, or move house and leave it behind,make sure
this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety
warnings.
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For your safety
IMPORTANT
Using your Tumble Dryer is easy.
Nevertheless, for your own safety and to get the best results it is important to know your Dryer
by reading right through this handbook before using your dryer for the first time.
NEVER ● Allow children to play with or otherwise interfere with the dryer.
NEVER ● Allow the air inlet at the back of the dryer,the air outlet or vent hose
to be obstructed.
NEVER ● Direct the vent hose outlet towards the air intake at the back of the
machine.
NEVER ● Allow the tumble dryer to recycle exhaust air.
NEVER ● Switch the machine off leaving a hot load in the drum.
NEVER ● Tumble dry without the filter in position.
NEVER ● Exceed the maximum load capacity recommended or place
dripping wet items in the drum.
NEVER ● Use the dryer on a carpeted floor where the pile height would
prevent air from entering the dryer from the base.
NEVER ● Allow lint to collect around the dryer.
NEVER ● Add liquid or sheet fabric conditioner to the dryer,use liquid
conditioner in the final rinse of your wash.
NEVER ● Use the dryer for commercial drying,the dryer is only suitable for
domestic use.
NEVER ● Dry Acrylics on the high heat setting.
NEVER ● Tumble dry articles that have NOT been well washed in water and
detergent then well rinsed and spun.
NEVER ● Tumble dry articles that have had chemicals used for cleaning.
NEVER ● Dry articles that are contaminated with flammable substances such
as: petrol,oil, paint,hair lacquer, creams, cooking fat or oil.
NEVER ● Tumble dry: rubber,foam rubber,plastic, plastic foam,nappy pants
or liners,polythene or paper.
Large,very bulky items including duvets and sleeping bags.
NEVER ● Never attempt to stand on top of your dryer, it is not designed for
such use and you could injure yourself or damage the dryer by such
abuse.
NEVER ● Switch electricity On or Off with wet hands.
IMPORTANT
A CHILD COULD CLIMB INTO OR TAMPER WITH AN UNATTENDED
TUMBLE DRYER.
WHEN THE MACHINE IS NOT IN USE SWITCH OFF,REMOVE THE PLUG AND CLOSE
THE DOOR.
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For your safety
ALWAYS ● When the dryer is not in use,switch off, remove plug,and
ALWAYS ● Comply with the specified electrical requirements.
ALWAYS ● Ensure that your dryer is installed correctly and has adequate
ALWAYS ● Use the vent hose for optimum drying performance.
ALWAYS ● Finish every programme with the cool tumble cycle provided on
ALWAYS ● Clean the filter,it is essential that the filter is kept clear of fluff
ALWAYS ● Observe the rules for drying garments:
ALWAYS ● Buy genuine accessories and spares.
close the door.
ventilation.(see “Where to put and vent your dryer”)
the control.
at all times.
In particular woollen articles should not be dried in a
tumble dryer unless they are labelled ‘Superwash’,
‘Machine washable’or have the ‘May be tumble dried’
symbol:
If in any doubt do not dry wool in the machine.
Unlike other materials,the mechanism of wool
shrinkage is irreversible,i.e. it will not stretch back to
the original size and shape.
CAUTION:
When the dryer is in use avoid touching the rear of
the dryer as it may be hot!
Electrical Requirements
WARNING:This appliance must be earthed!
REFER TO THE RATING PLATE FOR VOLTAGE AND CURRENT
REQUIREMENTS. (See diagram for location.)
The dryer should be connected to the mains supply via a suitable socket
which is accessible after installing your dryer.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following:
GREEN/YELLOW - EARTH
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE
If a replacement plug is to be fitted, the appropriate wire must be
connected to the correct terminal,the cut-off plug must be disposed of
safely. DO NOT leave where it can be inserted into a socket and create a
shock hazard.
Changing the
mains cable
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Should the mains lead ever require replacing at any time please
contact your nearest Service Centre. A charge will be made for the
replacement of the mains lead or if you require a longer lead.
The mains lead must only be replaced by a specially prepared cable
obtainable from your Spares Stockist and fitted by a qualified
electrician.
NOTE: IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OF THE ABOVE CONSULT A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
Features - Get to know the main parts of your dryer
Mains On/Off
Heat Selector Switch
Filter Assembly
(on inside of the door)
Exhaust Air Grille
Indicator Light
(if fitted)
Timer Knob
Door Release
Where to put and vent your dryer
Your tumble dryer should NOT be located adjacent to a gas hob,cook-
●
er, heater, or eye level grill as flames from the burners could cause
damage to your machine.
The dryer should be placed where air can freely circulate around it,
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preferably near a window that can be opened to reduce the possibility of condensation occuring while the dryer is in use.
When operating the dryer, there has to be adequate ventilation to
●
avoid the back flow of gases into the room from appliances burning
other fuels,including open fires.
A vent hose is recommended for optimum performance.
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DO NOT operate the dryer in an enclosed environment, ensure
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the dryer is adequately ventilated.
DO NOT allow clothes, towels etc., to hang down the front of the
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dryer into the airstream. This obstructs the airflow and may damage the dryer.
Ensure that the end of the hose is not directed towards the air
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intake grille at the rear of the dryer.
NOTE:The vent hose should not exceed 2.4 metres in length,and
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should be kept free of any possible accumulation of fluff lint (and
water) by frequently shaking it out. Always ensure that the hose
is not squashed.
Window Vent Kit
Wall Hanging Kit
A venting kit is available as an optional extra, which will take the moist air
directly from the dryer and out through an open window.
The venting kit is fitted to the front of the door.
This allows the dryer to be mounted on a wall of suitable strength to take
the weight. Alternatively it should be used when the dryer is mounted on
top of a work surface to secure the dryer to the wall.
WARNING:
DO NOT DISCHARGE THE EXHAUST AIR INTO A FLUE WHICH IS
USED FOR EXHAUSTING FUMES FROM OTHER APPLIANCES
BURNING GAS OR OTHER FUELS.
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How to use your dryer
1. Plug in, switch on
electricity.
3. Open the door.
Check that the fluff
filter is clean
(see section How to
remove and clean
the fluff filter).
5. Select the
relevant heat setting
(see section “Sorting
your Laundry”).
Push IN for full heat,for cottons, linens and synthetics.
Low setting - button OUT for acrylics and
acrylic mixtures.
6. Turn the Timer clockwise to select the required
drying time. (See Section
“The Controls”.)
The dryer will start
WARNING:WHEN
SWITCHING ON OR
OFF, PLEASE
ENSURE THAT YOUR
HANDS ARE DRY
2. Sort your laundry
(see section “Sorting
Your Laundry”)
4. Load the dryer
placing the clothes
carefully in the
drum, pushing
them well towards
the back and away
from the door seal.
Close the door.
Button OUT
LOW HEAT
Button IN
HIGH HEAT
7. When finished
open the door and
take out the laundry.
Clean and replace the
fluff filter.
You must terminate every programme with the Cool Tumble Phase.
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8. Switch off electricity
and remove plug from
socket.
Never switch the dryer off with a hot load in the drum.
WARNING:WHEN
SWITCHING ON OR
OFF, PLEASE
ENSURE THAT YOUR
HANDS ARE DRY
Sorting your laundry
1. Always separate laundry into the correct fabric groups before
washing and drying.
2. See that all zips are closed,hooks and eyes are fastened and belt,
strings etc.are tied loosely in bows, you will normally have done this
for each item before the washing stage.
3. It is important to extract as much water as possible from each
item before drying.This saves you time and money.
WARNING:CLOTHES SHOULD NEVER BE LOADED DRIPPING WET
4. Make sure that the items to be dried are suitable for tumble
drying, or are not of a type requiring ‘special attention’(see“Wash
Care Labels”section).
Maximum
load size
Typical load
Your dryer will hold a load of 3kg (6.6lb) dry weight of natural fabrics. if
you are drying items of man-made fibres (synthetic or acrylics), the
maximum load should not exceed 2kg (4.4lb) dry weight.
This difference is that man-made fibres require more space to tumble-dry
without creasing.
WARNING: DO NOT OVERLOAD AS THIS COULD RESULT IN
REDUCED DRYING PERFORMANCE AND A POSSIBLE FIRE
HAZARD.
To help you estimate how many items it takes to make up a drying load,
the charts below show the approximate weights of some everyday
washing items.
Clothes
Blouse Cotton 150g 5oz
Other 100g 3
Dress Cotton 500g 1lb 2oz
Other 350g 12oz
Jeans 700g 1lb 6oz
10 Nappies 1000g 2lb 3oz
Shirt Cotton 300g 10
Other 200g 7oz
T-Shirt 125g 4
1
1
/2oz
1
/2oz
/2oz
Household Items
Duvet cover Cotton 1500g 3lb 5oz
(Double)
Large Tablecloth 700g 1lb 6oz
Small Tablecloth 250g 9oz
Tea Towel 100g 3
Bath Towel 700g 1lb 8oz
Hand Towel 350g 12oz
Double Sheet 500g 1lb 2oz
Single Sheet 350g 12oz
Other 1000g 2lb 3oz
1
/2oz
If you group small cotton or terry-towelling items with a synthetic fabric
load they could be damp at the end of the drying cycle. If this happens
simply give them an additional short period of drying to finish them off.
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Wash Care Labels
Most of today’s fabrics can be tumble dried in your Dryer with no
trouble at all, but there are certain fabric finishes which should be dried
away from direct heat.
The majority of garments now have wash-care labels on them, giving full
washing and drying instructions. These should always be followed
carefully especially when you are drying something for the first time.
Typical symbols are:
May be tumble dried
Do not tumble dry
Or:
Tumble dry at high heat setting
Tumble dry at low heat setting
Items not suitable for tumble drying
• Those containing foam rubber or rubber-like materials or plastic
film (e.g.pillows, cushions, PVC rainwear),or any other articles which
are inflammable or contain inflammable substances (e.g.towels
contaminated with hair lacquer
• Fibreglass (e.g.some types of curtains)
• Items which have been dry cleaned
• Woollens.Woollen items need as much care in drying as they do
in washing.The movement of the tumble-drying action causes the
woollen fibre to shrink and distort.
• Garments with the ITCL Code (see ‘Items Requiring Special
Attention’).
Do not tumble dry.
• Large bulky items e.g.continental quilts,sleeping bags, pillows,
cushions,double blankets and large bedspreads.These expand
when drying and would prevent airflow through the Dryer.
WARNING: THE DRYER IS INTENDED FOR USE ONLY WHERE
WATER SOLUTION IS USED FOR THE CLEANING PROCESS. MISUSE
OF A TUMBLE DRYER MAY CREATE A FIRE HAZARD.
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Items requiring special attention
Blankets and
Bedspreads
Permanently
pleated or creased
garments
Starched articles
Fabric conditioner
The drying requirements of blankets and bedspreads will, of course, vary
tremendously according to size and weight. Some, however are simply
too big.if you have difficulty getting them into the Dryer,the machine will
have difficulty drying them properly. Blankets (and Garments) made from
Acrylic fibres (e.g. Acilan, Courtelle, Orion and Dralon) must be dried with
special care on Low heat setting.Overdrying should be avoided to ensure
heat creasing does not occur.
Your dryer will cope with such clothes very well, but you should always
read the manufacturer’s drying instructions attached to the garment
before you begin.
Starched articles should be dried together in the same load to avoid the
distribution of starch to non-starched items. You should use a slightly
heavier starch solution than you would when drying the items on the
washing line. Make sure that as much of the solution is removed from the
load as possible before placing it in the Dryer.
Remove the items from the dryer as soon as they reach ironing
dampness. If they are overdried the starch will powder, leaving the fabric
limp - which rather defeats the purpose of the exercise!
To make sure all your tumble dried clothes come out really fresh and soft
we recommend you use a liquid fabric conditioner in the final rinse of
your wash. A liquid fabric conditioner restores bounce and softness and
helps eliminate static cling.
Home Dry Cleaning
WARNING:ON NO ACCOUNT SHOULD LIQUID FABRIC
CONDITIONER BE ADDED TO THE DRYER ITSELF.
Garments with the ITCL Code may be cleaned using one of the Home
Dry Cleaning Kits available.
The instructions supplied with the Home Dry Cleaning Kit must be strictly
followed.
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The Controls
Setting the timer
Door Release
Heat Selection
Mains Light
(if fitted)
Turn the Timer clockwise to select the required drying time.
The drying time for both heat settings is controlled by the timer. All you
have to do is turn the Timer Control clockwise slightly past the required
time and then back to the required time.
Do not rotate the knob beyond 120 (maximum drying time) or past the
zero stop. If you have selected more time than you require turn the knob
anti-clockwise to select the correct time required.
This operation also starts the dryer, provided the door is closed and the
machine is plugged in.The “Guide to Drying Times” section will tell you
how much time you’ll need for various loads.
To open door, grip the handle and pull towards you.
If the door is opened while the Dryer is in use, the drying programme cuts
out automatically and the machine stops. When the door is closed the
Dryer will restart but you will not need to reset the Timer Control.
You can however reset the Timer Control at any stage, should you wish.
WARNING:CHILDREN HAVE BEEN KNOWN TO CLIMB INTO
TUMBLE DRYERS AND INJURE THEMSELVES. ALWAYS ENSURE
THAT THE MACHINE IS SWITCHED OFF AT THE MAINS WHEN THE
DRYER IS NOT BEING USED.
Select the appropriate button for low heat or for high heat.
With the switch IN High Heat is selected
With the switch OUT Low Heat is selected
The choice of FULL HEAT or LOW HEAT depends upon the fabric you wish
to dry (see section “Sorting your Laundry”)
This light indicates that there is power being supplied to the dryer when
plugged into a suitable socket.
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Guide to Drying Times
Please note that the Drying Times stated below and on appliance
control panel are a GUIDE only and drying times are affected by:
The amount of water
remaining in the
clothes after
Items such as towelling retain a lot of water after spinning, also the
suggested wash programme for small items such as T-Shirts may
sometimes incorporate a low spin speed which has the same effect.
spinning
The type of fabric
Your drying load may contain the same type of fabric but of different
thicknesses. Thinner items will take less time to dry. Some fabrics, such as
those used for jeans are of closer texture than others and although light
when dry will be heavy after washing and spinning.
The quantity of
clothes to be dried
How dry you want
the clothes
Single items of clothes or small loads may take disproportionally longer
to dry.It is more energy efficient to dry larger loads.
As it takes longer to fully dry clothes than to have them ready for
ironing, you may wish to remove some clothes when they are slightly
damp,ready for ironing and then continue to dry the remainder until they
are fully dry.
The heat setting you
have selected
The temperature
of the room
Bulky items
The label on the garment should tell you the correct heat setting to
select. See ‘Wash Care Labels’.
If the room in which the dryer is situated is cold, your clothes will take
longer to dry than if the room is warm.
Some bulky items such as padded jackets can be dried, with care, and we
do advise that you remove these items several times, shake them and
return them to the dryer. THERE ARE HOWEVER SOME ITEMS THAT WE
DO NOT ADVISE YOU TO DRY. SEE ‘ITEMS NOT SUITABLE FOR TUMBLE
DRYING’
Drying Guide - approximate drying time in minutes (weights specified are when dry)
Be careful not to
overdry
COTTONS SYNTHETICS ACRYLICS
High Heat High Heat Gentle Heat
Drying times 800 - 1000rpm in
washing machine
Half
load
1 kg
30 - 45
2 kg
45 - 55
3 kg
60 - 70
Drying times on reduced
spin in washing machine
Half
load
1 kg
25 - 45
Full
load
2 kg
45 - 60
Drying times on
reduced spin in
washing machine
Half
load
1 kg
30 - 55
Full
load
2 kg
55 - 75
All fabrics contain a little natural moisture even when ‘dry’and this natural
moisture should not be lost if the clothes are to remain soft and fluffy.
Clothes that are dried for too long tend to wrinkle and will need more
ironing than usual giving you extra work that the dryer was designed to
remove.
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How to remove and clean the fluff filter
To remove the filter
Wash or vacuum clean the filter occasionally.
Don’t be alarmed by the amount of fluff you may find on the filter. It’s part of the wearing, washing and
drying process.
WARNING:DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE FILTER IN POSITION.
A very important part of your dryer is the fluff filter at the
front edge of the drum. It’s there to trap the particles of lint
and fluff which are normally blown away when clothes are
dried on the washing-line.
if the filter is allowed to become blocked, the passage of
warm air through the drum will be severely restricted.This
means your clothes will take much longer than normal to
dry and the cost of drying them will be increased. it may
also damage your dryer.
WARNING:DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT
CLEANING THE FILTER AFTER EACH DRYING CYCLE.
FAILURE TO CLEAN THE FILTER MAY RESULT IN A
FIRE HAZARD.
Caring for your Dryer
Your tumble dryer needs very little attention.The following simple steps
will keep it performing well.
When finished
After each load
Switch off electricity and remove plug.
Always clean the filter and turn the drum by hand to check that small
items like handkerchiefs do not get missed.
As necessary
Lubrication
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Clean exterior metal and plastic surfaces with a damp cloth or silicon polish only.Regularly check and clean if necessary,the vent hose and any permanent venting fixture to ensure that there has been no accumulation of
fluff or lint during the drying process. Clean fluff from the area below the
fluff filter and the rear vent tube.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring agents, acids, chlorine bleach or
metal polish to clean any part of the machine. These could damage the
machine.
Your tumble dryer uses special bearing components. Lubrication by the
user is not necessary and must not be attempted.
We strongly recommend that all appliances are regularly checked for electrical and mechanical safety.
If something goes wrong
First, don’t panic! There may be nothing wrong at all. Look for your
problem below, then check the things we suggest. More often than not,
this will give you the answer to your problem, and you’ll be able to carry
on without having to telephone your Service Office.
If after this you still cannot get your machine to work, follow the advice
given on the next page.
Problem
‘It won’t start’
‘It is taking a long
time to dry’
Any other
problem
Check these things first
1. Is the machine plugged in and switched on at the socket?
2. Is the Timer Control set to required time?
3. Is the door securely closed?
4. Has the fuse blown? (Try plugging in another appliance to check)
5. Have you used an extension lead? Many are not suitable.Try
plugging the dryer directly into a socket to check.
1. Have you forgotten to clean the filter? It should be cleaned after
each load.
2. Have you selected the correct Heat setting for the type of fabric
you are drying?
3. Is the flexible Vent Hose blocked or kinked? Check it for foreign
objects or condensate (water).
4. Is the air inlet obstructed in any way?
5. Permanent venting - is flap on the storm cover obstructed?
6. Were the clothes ‘excessively wet’ when they were put in?
7. Was the correct time selected?
8. Have you overloaded the dryer?
Have you re-read this instruction book?
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If it still won’t work...
Contact the Service Office
if something is still wrong with your machine after you’ve been through
the check-list on the previous page:
1. Switch off and unplug your machine from the mains.
2. Call your nearest Service Office or local importer (outside the UK).
When you contact us we will want to know the following:
1. Your name,address and postcode.
2. Your telephone number.
3. Clear and concise details of the fault.
4. The model number and the serial number of your dryer.
5. The date of purchase enter the date here.
Please make sure you have all these details ready when you call.
Spare parts
Please remember your new appliance is a complex piece of
equipment.
‘DIY” repairs or unqualified and untrained service people may put you in
danger, could damage the appliance, and might mean you lose cover
under the Parts Guarantee.
If you do experience a problem with the appliance don’t take risks,call in
our Service Engineer. Our Spare Parts are designed exclusively to fit your
appliance. Do not use them for any other purpose as you may create a
safety hazard.
Disposal of your product
To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your product
safely.The door and lid should be removed and mains cable cut off flush
with the appliance ensuring that the mains plug can no longer be
plugged into a mains socket.The items must then be disposed of safely.
This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives.
Low Voltage Equipment
72/23/EEC
93/68/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
89/336/EEC
92/31/EEC
93/68/EEC
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PRINTED BY SIMLEX.FOUR ASHES,WOLVERHAMPTON. October 2002 Part No. 0366200003-01
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