Ariston A45V Use And Care & Installation Instructions Manual
A45V
TUMBLE DRYER
Use and Care & Installation Instructions
SteCHOIR A TAMBOUR
Utilisation et Entretien et Notice D'lnstallation
SECADORA
Instrucciones et Instalaci6n, Uso y
Mantenimiento
English
Contents
Important Safety Instructions 3-4
Grounding Instructions 4
Features - Get to know the main parts of your Dryer 5-6
How to use your Dryer 7
The Controls 8-9
Easy Iron Program 10
Sorting your laundry 11
Wash Care Labels 12
Items not suitable for tumble drying 12
Items requiring special attention 13
Guide to Drying Times 14
Caring for your Dryer 15
If something goes wrong 16
Installation Instructions 17
RetentionofthisInstructionBook
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.
Important Safety Instructions
Using your Tumble Dryer is easy.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using
your app ance ! fo ow the bas € precaut °ns nclud ng thefo ow ng!
1. Read all the instructions before using the appliance.
2. Do not dry articles that have previously been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in
or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive
substances, as they give off vapours that could ignite or explode.
3. Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of
children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
4. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to
the drying compartment.
5. Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
6. Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
7. Do not tamper with the controls.
8. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing
unless specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions.
9. Do not use fabric softener or products to eliminate static unless recommended
by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
10. Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured
rubber-like materials.
11. Clean the lint filter before and after each load.
12. Keep the area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surroundings free
from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.
13. The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically
by qualified service personnel.
14. Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated
with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load
to catch fire.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT:
A CHILD COULD CLIMB INTO OR TAMPER WITH AN UNATTENDED
TUMBLE DRYER.
WHEN THE MACHINE IS NOT IN USE TURN IT OFF, REMOVE THE PLUG AND
CLOSE THE DOOR.
For your safety
ALWAYS •
ALWAYS •
ALWAYS •
ALWAYS •
ALWAYS •
ALWAYS •
When the dryer is not in use, switch off and close the door.
Comply with the specified electrical requirements.
Ensure that your dryer is installed correctly and has adequate
ventilation. (see, "Installation Instructions")
Finish every programme with the cool tumble cycle provided.
Clean the filter, it is essential that the filter is kept clear of lint at all
times.
Observe the rules for drying garments.
CAUTION:
Avoid touching the rear of the dryer when it is
in use, as it may be hot!
Grounding Instructions
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electric shock, Check with a qualified
electrician or service representative or personnel if you are
in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded!
In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the
risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric
current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DO NOT modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it will not fit
the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician or
exchange the cord with an appropriate one rated for the dryer.
REFER TO THE RATING PLATE FOR VOLTAGE AND CURRENT
REQUIREMENTS (see diagram for location.)
The dryer should be connected to the power source via a suitable
socket which is accessible after installing your dryer.
This dryer must be connected to 30A INDIVIDUAL BRANCH
CIRCUIT.
For full details see 'Installation Instructions' section of this book.
NOTE: IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OFTHE ABOVE CONSULT
A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
Features-Gettoknowthemainpartsofyourdryer
See "The Controls"
f
Push here to
open door
Air intake grille
NOTE: If your dryer
is new wipe out the
inside of the drum
before you first use
it to remove any
dust which may
have accumulated
during transit.
Lint Filter
CLEAN AFTER
EACH LOAD
Rating Plate, Model & Serial numbers
Door
catch
Door Latch
Features-Gettoknowthemainpartsofyourdryer
HINGE
DOOR
LATC H
Door Reversal
Instructions
(only if stacked)
DOOR
CATCH
HINGE
If the dryer is stacked on top of a washing machine using the kit
supplied (see "Installation Instructions") you can easily reverse the
direction in which the door opens.
Exchange hinge brackets and blanking plugs diagonally. Exchange
door latch and catch with their opposite blanking plates. See diagram
above.
Air intake
grille
C1
Exhaust
fitted here
NOTE: When the
dryer is in use,
avoid touching the
back of the machine
as it may be hot.
Howto useyourdryer
WARNING I
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY
NSTRUCT ONS before operat ng th s app ance.
1. Plug in and turn on power.
WARNING
WHEN SWITCHING ELECTRICITY ON OR I
OFF PLEASE ENSURE THATYOUR HANDS
ARE DRY,
2. Press the power ButtonIN
On/Off button IN.The POWERON
dryer will not operate
unless the power Button OUT
On/Off button is IN. POWEROFF
3. Sort your
laundry (see the
"Sorting Your
Laundry"
section)
4. Open the door
by pressing and
releasing the front
panel in the position
shown.
5. Always make
sure that the...
LINT FILTER ]is clean and in place
6. 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.
7. Select the required program or drying
time. (see "The Controls" section)
8. Press the
START switch to
start the drying
program.
Removing Items
9. When finished,
open the door and
take out the
laundry. Clean and
replace the lint filter.
10. Turn off power and close the door.
WARN,NG
WHEN SWITCHING ELECTRICITY ON OR I
OF F PLEASE ENSURETHATYOUR HANDS I
ARE DRY, I
By opening the door you can check the dryness of the load as often
as you wish and if you want, to remove some items before they are
fully dry. (This is particularly useful for a mixed load where you want
to iron some items, but others are to be fully dried.) You will need
to press the START button after closing the door to re-start the
program. See 'The Controls' section.
TheControls
_ A_STON
...............
Power Switch
ON/OFF
Setting the
Program
Program
Options
Starting the Dryer
Press the On/Off button IN to turn the dryer on.
The dryer will not operate unless the power On/Off button is IN.
Toset the required program, all you have to do is turn the Program
Control knob until the required selection appears in line with the
indicator.
Automatic Sensor Dry Programs (for load sizes more than 2 Ib -1 kg)
1. Extra Dry Regular Cottons (high heat)
This gives driest results.
Some bulky items or large load of new towels may
appear slightly damp after this program and require a
short additional period of timed drying.
2. Light Dry Regular Cottons (high heat)
3. Iron Dry Regular Cottons (high heat)
This gives the dampest results.
4. Extra Dry Permanent Press (low heat)
5. Light Dry Permanent Press (low heat)
6. Iron Dry Permanent Press (low heat)
Timed Dry Programmes (for load sizes less than 2 Ib -1 kg)
7. 40 minutes (low heat) include cool tumble followed by the
Crease Care phase.
8. 30 minutes (low heat) include cool tumble followed by the
Crease Care phase.
9. 20 minutes (low heat) include cool tumble followed by the
Crease Care phase.
10. fi_ Air fluff, 20 minutes of cool tumble.
11. _ Easy Iron Program, see section "Easy Iron Program".
For description of other programs see next page.
Press and release the START button to commence a drying program
(The drying program must have been selected first).
The Drying Light will then come on.
NOTE: If the door is opened during a program, the dryer will
automatically stop. To continue the program, after closing the door,
the START button must be pressed.
TheControls
Drying Light
Heating Light
Low Heat Light
Air Fluff phase
Crease Care
phase
This light will come on whenever a program is active (running).
If this light flashes it means that an automatic programme has
exceeded 180 minutes. For safety reasons this being the maximum
drying time available.
Should this occur, the causes may be:
• The load is too big, or bulky.
• The filter is blocked.
• A cotton load was spun at LOW speed.
• There may be a fault.
Turn the dryer Off, check through the first three causes, and then try
again.
This light comes on during the drying part of the program, except for
the short periods during the drum reverse action.
This light comes on to indicate that the dryer is running on the low
heat setting.
About 10 minutes before the program is completed, the heating
elements will be turned off and the program enters the final 'Air Fluff'
phase. During this phase, the fabric is cooled. You should always
allow the dryer to complete this phase.
By opening the door, you can check the dryness of the load as often
as you wish and if you want, remove some items before they are fully
dry. (This is particularly useful for a mixed load where you want to iron
some items, but others to be fully dried.)
You will need to press the START button after closing the door to
re-start the program. See previous page.
At the end of the drying program it may not be convenient to take out
the clothes immediately. Do not worry, the dryer will protect your
clothes from creasing by gently turning them over occasionally with a
few revolutions of the drum. At the same time a warning buzzer will
sound intermittently to remind you that the clothes are ready to take
out.
EasyIr0nProgram
When to use
'Easy Iron'
Important!
'Easy Iron' provides a short program consisting of approximately 8
minutes of heat with a cool tumble period of approximately 2 minutes.
Itis a short conditioning program that softens the fibers, allowing them
to relax and making handling and ironing easier and less time
consuming.
However items are dried, outside on the clothesline, inside on a
radiator, hung around the home or using a tumble dryer, once dry they
usually get left in the same position/place for a long period of time. This
tends to cause garment fiber stiffness which can make the handling of
garments difficult and therefore the ironing time longer. Items dried in
any of the ways described above and left will benefit from the 'Easy
Iron' program.
• The 'Easy Iron' cycle is not a drying program. It has been
designed to condition/soften items that have already been dried
and left unattended in this state for a period of time.
• All materials do not behave in exactly the same way when heated.
For instance, our testing has shown that materials such as
Tencel® and Acrylics are not relaxed quite as effectively by
applying the 'Easy Iron' cycle as we found on the more traditional
Cottons and Polyester-cotton blends.
• To obtain the best results from 'Easy Iron' it is important not to
exceed the weights recommended below.
• For best results We recommend removing items from the
dryer immediately after the 'Easy Iron' program, to be hung,
neatly folded or ironed.
When this is not possible the 'Easy Iron' program should be
repeated.
Recommended weights and materials
Material Maximum load
Cotton and Cotton blends 2 Ib (2.5kg)
Synthetics 1 Ib (2kg)
Denim 1 Ib (2kg)
Audio Signal
When the program is completed an audio signal is sounded to remind
you to remove the items from the dryer.
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Sortingyourlaundry
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 DR PP NG 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 the
"Wash Care Labels" section).
Maximum
load size
Typical load
Your dryer will hold a load of 131bs (6kg) dry weight of natural fabrics.
if you are drying items of man-made fibers (synthetics or acrylics), the
maximum load should not exceed 6.61bs (3kg) dry weight.
This difference is that man-made fibers require more space to tumble-
dry without creasing.
wARNING:
DO NOT OVERLOAD ASTHIS COULD RESULT IN REDUCED
DRy NG PERFORMANCE AND A Poss BLE F RE 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 laundry items.
Clothes
Blouse Cotton 5oz 150g
Other 3_/2oz lOOg
Dress Cotton lib 2oz 500g
Other 12oz 350g
Jeans lib 6oz 700g
10Diapers 2Ib 3oz lO00g
Shirt Cotton 10'/2oz 300g
Other 7oz 200g
T-Shirt 4_/2oz 125g
Household Items
ComforterCoverCotton 31b5oz 1500g
(Double) Other 2Ib 3oz lO00g
Large Tablecloth lib 6oz 700g
Small Tablecloth 9oz 250g
Dbhcloth 3_/2oz lOOg
Bath Towel lib 8oz 700g
Hand Towel 12oz 350g
Double Sheet lib 2oz 500g
Single Sheet 12oz 350g
If you combine small cotton or terry-cloth towel 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.
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WashCareLabels
Most of today's fabrics can be tumble dried in your Dryer with no
problem, 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:
D
Or:
@
May be tumble dried
Do not tumble dry
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 spray.
• 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 fiber to shrink and distort.
• Garments with the ITCL Code (see 'Items Requiring Special
Attention').
Do not tumble
dry.
• Large bulky items e.g. down comforters, sleeping bags, pillows,
cushions, double blankets and large bedspreads. These expand
when drying and would prevent airflow through the Dryer.
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WARNING: I
THE DRYER IS INTENDED FOR USE ONLY WHERE WATER I
SOLUTION IS USED FOR THE CLEANING PROCESS, I
MISUSE OF ATUMBLE DRYER MAYCREATE A FIRE
HAZARD. I
I
Itemsrequiringspecialattention
Blankets and
Bedspreads
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. Over-
drying should be avoided to make sure heat creasing does not occur.
Permanently Your dryer will cope with such clothes very well, but you should
pleated or creased always read the manufacturer's drying instructions attached to the
garments garment before you begin.
Starched articles
Starched articles should be dried together in the same load to avoid
getting starch on non-starched items. You should use a slightly
heavier starch solution than you would when drying the items on the
clothesline. 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 over-dried the starch will powder, leaving the
fabric limp.
Fabric conditioner
Home Dry
Cleaning
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 cycle of your wash. A liquid fabric conditioner restores bounce
and softness and helps eliminate static cling.
WARNING: ]
NEVER ADD LIQUID FABRIC CONDITIONER TO THE DRYER /
ITSELF. 1
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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Guideto dryingtimes
Please note that the drying times stated below and on the appliance
control panel are a GUIDE only and drying times are affected by:-
The amount of
water remaining
in the clothes
after spinning
Items such as towels retain a lot of water after spinning, also the
suggested wash programme for small items such as T-Shirts may
sometimes include a low spin speed which has the same effect.
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 denser texture than others and
although light when dry will be heavy after washing and spinning.
The quantity of
clothes to be
dried
Single articles of clothing or small loads may take longer to dry. It is
more energy efficient to dry larger loads.
How dry you
want the
clothes
Since 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 and ready for ironing and then continue to dry the remainder
until they are fully dry.
The heat setting The label on the garment should tell you the correct heat setting to
you have select. See the 'Wash Care Labels' section.
selected
The temperature If the dryer is located in a cold room, your clothes will take longer to
of the room dry than if the room is warm.
Bulky items Some bulky items such as padded jackets can be dried, with care, but
we recommend removing these items several times, shaking them
and putting them back in 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)
COTTONS
Drying times 800 - 1200rpm
in washing machine
Half Full
load load
21b 41b 71b 91b 11 Ib 131b
1 kg 2kg 3kg 4kg 5kg 6kg
30-40 40-55 55-70 70-80 80-90 95-120
SYNTHETICS
Drying times on reduced
spin in washing machine
Half Full
load load
2 Ib 4 Ib 7 Ib
1 kg 2 kg 3 kg
40-50 50-70 70-90
ACRYLICS
Drying times on
reduced spin in
washing machine
Half Full
load load
2 Ib 4 Ib
1 kg 2 kg
40-60 55-75
Be careful not
to overdry
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 rather than saving labor, as
the dryer was designed to do.
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Caringfor yourDryer
When finished
After each load
Every Week
Cleaning
Do not use
Lubrication
Your Tumble Dryer needs very little attention. The following simple
steps will keep it performing well.
Turn the dryer off.
Always clean the filter.
Turn the dryer by hand to check that small items like handkerchiefs do
not get missed.
Wipe the drum and seal with a damp cloth.
Lint Filter
Sensor
/
Exhaust Duct
Occasionally clean the surface of the stainless steel sensor inside the
drum with vinegar to remove water residues. Apply carefully with a
cloth. This will maintain the drying performance of the dryer. The
sensor is located between the vanes of the drum, towards the front of
the dryer. Rotate the drum if necessary to locate it.
Every 6 months vacuum the front air intake grille and vents at the rear
of the dryer, to remove the build up of lint or dust.
To remove accumulation of lint from the door, exhaust duct and filter
areas, clean occasionally with a vacuum cleaner.
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 checked regularly for
electrical and mechanical safety.
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Ifsomethinggoeswrong
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 continue 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'
Check these things first
1. Is the machine plugged in and turned on at the socket?
2. Is the Program Control set to required time?
3. Is the door securely closed?
4. Has the start button been pressed hard enough? Try pressing the
start button again.
5. Has the fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? (Try plugging in
another appliance to check)
6. Are you using an extension cord? Many are not suitable. Try
plugging the dryer directly into a socket to check.
'It is taking a long
time to dry'
1. Have you forgotten to clean the filter? It should be cleaned after
each load.
2. Have you selected the correct Program 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. Have the air intake grille or rear vents of the Dryer been
obstructed?
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/program selected?
8. Have you overloaded the dryer?
'The Dryer is This is perfectly normal - it means that the Dryer is on 'Crease Care'
tumbling and has reached the end of the drying cycle and the clothes are
occasionally' ready to take out.
'The dryer keeps This is perfectly normal, the dryer is on 'Crease Care' as above...
bleeping' Open the door and the bleeping will stop.
Drying Light is See "The Controls" section, this indicates a possible malfunction.
flashing
'The dryer keeps This is perfectly normal, the dryer has finished its program.
buzzing' Open the door and the bleeping will stop.
Any other Have you re-read this instruction book?
problem
If you still have a problem call our Customer Care Department.
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Installation Instructions
Read these instructions with care.
These instructions are provided for use by qualified installers, in addition, the installation
must comply with:
• In the United States, in accordance with the National Electric Code
ANSl/NFPA70 - latest edition and any State, Municipal or local codes.
• In Canada, in accordance with the Canadian Electric Code C22.1 - latest
edition and any Provincial, Municipal or local codes.
Electrical
The dryer comes with a four-cord power supply cord fitted with a 14-30P (plug). A
receptacle should be installed in a location accessible after the dryer in installed.
If the dryer is installed in a mobile home or in certain areas where local codes do not allow
grounding of the Neutral, the four-wire dryer cord assembly fitted must be used.
If a 10-30R (receptacle) is installed, a locally obtained 3-wire dryer cord kit rated 240V
rain, 30A and marked for clothes dryers, should be fitted.
To fit a 10-30P dryer cord assembly follow the following procedure:
• Make sure the dryer is not plugged into a power outlet.
• Remove the cover from the cable junction box located on the rear of the
dryer.
• Loosen the nut securing the cable bushing, disconnect and discard the
existing cable and bushing.
• Prepare the ends of the new cable, removing any lugs that may be fitted,
strip the insulation to fit the terminal block.
• Follow any instructions provided with the kit and fit the cable using the
strain relief supplied with the kit. Do not fully tighten the strain relief at
this stage.
• Link the Neutral and Ground terminals, by removing one end of the
Green link wire fitted to the ground (+) terminal and fitting it to the
Neutral terminal (N).
• Connect the ground wire (Green) and the L1 and L2 wires.
On flat cords the center wire is the Neutral conductor, fit to the terminal
marked 'N'. Fully tighten the terminal block screws and position the cord,
finally fully tighten the strain relief.
• Refit the cover to the box.
Grounding
Some local codes may require a separate ground. In such cases the
required ground wire, clamp and screw must be purchased separately.
NEVER ground the dryer to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines or water pipes.
NOTE: IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OFTHE ABOVE CONSULT A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
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Installation Instructions
Where to put your dryer
Check local codes before choosing a location. Some codes do not permit installation in a
garage, closet, mobile home or bedroom. DO NOT install the dryer in an area where
gasoline or other flammable materials are kept or stored.
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.
Minimum installation clearances:
Sides
Top
Rear
Front
Closet
4" (100mm)
15" (375mm)
31/2'' (90mm)
31/2'' (90mm)
Under Counter
0"
0"
0"
not applicable
If installed in a closet it must have the following dimensions and have two ventilation
openings each having an area 72 sq.ins (450 sq.cm) located 6" (150mm) from top and
bottom of the door. It must NEVER be installed in a closet with a solid door.
The front of the dryer has adjustable height feet, use these to level the dryer after fitting
into its final position.
Exhaust Ducting
The ducting system for the dryer must be as short and straight as possible and with as few
elbows as possible. Four-inch rigid metal ducting should be used. Metal flexible ducting
can be used but the maximum length of ducting if using this type will be reduced and
bends in the duct will reduce this length further. Never use plastic ducting. All elbow must
also be a minimum of 4 inch in diameter. Joints must be secured with duct tape.
Do not use screws as lint can collect on the screws.
Maximum length of duct
Number of Elbows Rigid Duct Flexible Duct
0 22 ft. (6.6m) 15 ft. (4.5m)
1 18 ft. (5.4m) 12 ft. (3.6m)
2 14 ft. (4.2m) 9 ft. (2.7m)
3 6 ft. (1.8m) 4 ft. (1.2m)
The above assumes that an approved venting hood is used and that the flap on this hood
must not have magnetic catches.
WARNING:
• The appliance MUST NOT be exhausted into a chimneY, a wall, a
ceiling or a concealed space of a building.
• To reduce the risk of fire this applianc e MUST BE EXHAUSTED
OUTDOORS.
• Do not discharge the exhaust air into a flue which is used for
exhaust ng f umes from other app ances burn ng gas or other fue.
Depending on the frequency of use it is essential that the ducting is checked periodically
and any lint or debris removed.
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