ARISTON AQC8BF7 T1 (AUS) User Manual

Instruction booklet

TUMBLE DRYER

English

AQUALTIS

AQC8 BF7

Contents

Important Information, 2

Installation, 4

Where to put your dryer Ventilation Electrical connection

Levelling the tumble dryer

Before you start using your dryer

Dryer Description, 5

Open the door The Features Control Panel

The Display, 6

Start and Programmes, 7

Choosing a Programme Special Programmes Table of Programmes The Controls

Laundry, 13

Sorting your laundry Wash care labels Special clothing items Drying times

! This symbol reminds you to read this instruction manual. ! Keep this instruction booklet on hand in order to refer to it when

necessary. Take it with you when you move, and, should you sell this

appliance or pass it on to another party, make sure that this booklet

is supplied along with the dryer so that the new owner may be infor-

med about warnings and suggestions on how the dryer works.

! Read these instructions carefully; the following pages contain impor-

tant information on installation and suggestions on how the appliance

works

Warnings and Suggestions, 15

General safety Save energy and respect the Environment

Maintenance and Care, 16

Switching off the electricity Clean the filter after each cycle Check the drum after each cycle Empty the Water Container after each cycle Cleaning the Heat Pump Filter Cleaning the dryer

Troubleshooting, 17

Service, 18

Spare parts Disposal

Important Information

For your Condenser dryer to operate efficiently, you must follow the regular maintenance schedule shown below:

Fluff Filter – You MUST Clean the fluff filter after every drying cycle.

Step 1 Open the door of your dryer.

Step 2 Pull out the filter (using the two finger grips).

Failure to clean the filter after every drying cycle will affect the drying performance of your machine – It will take longer to dry and as a result will use more electricity during drying.

Water Container – You must empty the water container after every drying cycle.

Step 1

Pull the water container towards you and remove it fully from the dryer.

Step 2

Empty the Water from the Container.

Step 3 Open the filter by releasing the

clip.

Step 4 Clean any fluff deposits from the

inside surface of the filter mesh.

Step 5 Refit the filter – Never run the

dryer without a filter.

Step 3

Refit the Water Container ensuring that it is pushed fully back into position.

Failure to empty the Water Container will result in:

- The machine will stop heating (so the load may be

wet at the end of the cycle).

- The ”Empty Water” light will flash to tell you that

the Container is full.

! The water bottle/clean filter

light comes on when you select a programme to remind you to make sure that the water bottle is empty and that the filter is clean before starting a new cycle’

Priming the Water Collection System

When your dryer is new, the Water Container will not collect Water until the system is primed, this will take 1 or 2 drying cycles. Once primed it will collect Water

during every cycle.

Condenser unit - You must clean the fluff from

the condenser every month!

Step 1 Open the Condenser Cover

- hold the handle and pull towards you.

Step 2 Remove the condenser by rotating the 3 clips then pulling the condenser towards you. (There may be some water in the tubes this is normal).

Step 3 Flush the condenser, from the rear with water, to remove any fluff deposits.

Step 4 Refit the condenser unit - ensure that the unit is pushed in fully, all 3 clips are resecured and the positioning arrows on the front of the condenser are pointing upwards.

Failure to clean the condenser could cause premature failure of your dryer!

Installation

Where to put your dryer

• Place your dryer at a distance

from gas ranges, stoves, heaters, or cooktops because flames can damage the appliance. If you are going to install the appliance under a work counter, be sure to leave a 10 mm space between the top and any other objects on or above the machine and a 15 mm space between the sides and lateral furnishings or walls. This is to ensure proper air circulation.

10 mm

15 mm

Ventilation

• When the dryer is in use, there has to be adequate

ventilation. Make sure you put your dryer in an environment that is not damp and has proper air circulation throughout. Airflow around the dryer is essential to condense the water produced during the washing, the dryer will not operate efficiently in an enclosed space or cupboard.

! If using the dryer in a small or cold room some

condensation will be experienced. ! We do not recommend that the dryer is installed in a

cupboard because dangerous levels of heat can build up. ! The appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the tumble dryer in such a way that a full opening of the tumble dryer door is restricted.

Water Drain

If your dryer is installed next to a drain the water can be plumbed into this drain. This does away with the need to empty the water container. If the dryer is stacked onto or installed next to a washing machine it can share the same drain. The dryer is supplied with a length of hose and this must be used to drain the condensed water under certain conditions. If you are using a washing machine with a spin speed below 1100 rpm and drying loads of 7 kg or more also for energy label tests to AUS/NZS 2442 you must plumb out the water or the container may fill before the clothes are dried. Follow the instruction below. The height of the drain must be less than 3’ (1 m) from the bottom of the dryer. Remove existing hose from position shown in picture A And fit the supplied length of hose to location shown in

picture B.

! Make sure that the hose is not squashed or kinked when the dryer is in its final location. !The length of the hose can be reduced if necessary to avoid this

Electrical connection

Before plugging the appliance into the socket, check the following:

• Make sure your hands are dry.

• The socket must have an earth connection.

• The socket must be able to withstand the machine’s maxi-

mum power output as indicated on the data plate (see Description of the tumble dryer).

• The power supply voltage must fall within the values indicated on the data plate (see Description of the tumble dryer).

• The socket must be compatible with the machine’s plug. If

not, either the socket or the plug must be replaced.

! Do not use extension cords. ! The tumble dryer must not be installed in outdoor spaces,

even if sheltered. It may be very dangerous to expose this appliance to rain and thunderstorms.

! Once dryer installation is complete, the electric cord and plug

must be at hand.

! The electric cord must not be bent or crushed. ! If the plug to be replaced is of the moulded-on type, it must

be disposed of in a safe way. DO NOT leave it where it can be plugged into a socket and cause electric shocks.{}

! The electric cord must be regularly checked and replaced

with a cord specifically designed for this dryer; it must then be installed by an authorised technician only (see Assistance). New or longer electric cords are supplied by authorised dealers at a supplementary cost. ! Ensure that any portable outlet or extension lead is positioned so that it is not subjected to any splashing or ingress of moistures

! The manufacturer declines all responsibility for failure to

observe these instructions.

a qualified electrician.

! If in doubt about any of the above consult a qualified electrician.

Before you start using your dryer

Once you’ve installed your dryer and before you use it, clean the inside of the drum to remove any dust that could have accumulated during transportation.

Fig. A Fig. B

Dryer Description

To open door

Pull on handle

Condenser unit

(cover open)

Control Panel

On/Off Button & Light

The Features

container

Option Buttons and Lights

Display Panel

Rating

Plate

Water

Filter

ECO

Light

Start/Pause

Button & Light

Model

& Serial

Numbers

Air Intake

Grille

Condenser

cover handle

(Pull to open)

Programme Progress Light

Programme Knob

Sensor Dry

Timed Dry

The On/Off button/ light , if the dryer is running and this button is pressed and held for more than 3 seconds the dryer is turned off. The light signals that your dryer is in use or ready to select a programme.

The Programmes knob sets the programme: rotate until the indicator is pointing to the programme you want to select (see

Start and Programmes).

The Option buttons/ lights select available options for your selected programme. The lights indicate that the option has

been selected (see Start and Programmes).

The Display Panel has three sections: Sensor Dry = Drying level, Timed dry = Drying time and Time to End / Delay start each with a corresponding selection button (see The Display).

START/PAUSE button with indicator light : when the green indicator light flashes slowly, press the button to start the programme. When the cycle has started, the indicator light is illuminated in a fixed manner. To pause the programme, press the button again; the indicator light will turn orange and begin to flash again. To restart the programme from the point at which it was interrupted, press the button again (see Start and

Programmes).

Note: this light also flashes amber during post care phase.

Delay Timer

Clean Condenser Light

Empty Water / Clean Filter

Button & Light

Light

The Programme Progress Lights indicate each state of the programme by turning on as appropriate (see Start and

Programmes).

The Empty Water indicator “h2o” signals that the water container should be emptied. The light will take a few seconds to go out after replacing the empty water container; the dryer must be running for this to happen (see The Controls). Note: if the water bottle is full the display shows “h2o” and the

indicator flashes, the heat is turned off and your clothes will

not dry. The Empty Water / Clean Filter Light gives a reminder

before every programme, that its essential to clean the filter and empty the water container every time the dryer is used (see

Maintenance and Care).

The Clean Condenser Light gives a reminder, that its essential to clean the condenser at regular intervals (see

Maintenance and Care).

The Child Lock button/light Press and hold this button after selecting your programme and any options. This prevents the programme settings from being changed. When the light is lit the other buttons and programme knob are disabled. Hold the button to cancel and the light will go out.

ECO Light - this light is illuminated as you select options that use less energy (see the controls).

Child Lock

The Display

The Display has three sections each with its corresponding button.

Sensor Dry

After selecting a programme that has a Sensor Dry Option, press and release the button until the required dryness

sensing level is displayed. If the sensing option is not available the display will flash and the buzzer beeps three times.

! Some drying programmes are not compatible with all 7 sensor drying levels.

Dryness levels available

Damp dry: the most delicate level which makes sure that your clothes are not dripping

wet. After a hand-wash the perfect level to then hang your clothes if you do not want to tumble dry them all the way to the end.

Iron Dry: a very delicate drying, It is useful for garments you would like to iron afterwards.

Hanger plus: just the drying status to hang delicate garments up (as curtains).

Hanger Dry: just the drying level to hang the garments up.

Light dry: ideal for delicate clothes to be folded and placed into the cupboard.

Cupboard Dry: the garments are completely dry and are ready to be folded and placed

in the cupboard.

Ready to Wear: used for clothes to be worn straight away once the cycle is completed.

Timed Dry

Delay Timer

After selecting a Programme that has a Timed Dry Option, press the Timed Button to select a drying time. The display will reduce the selected time each time you press and release this button (see Start and Programmes). Each press decreases the set time 180, 160, 120, 90, 60, 30, 20 and then repeats. If the Timed Dry option is not available the display will flash and the buzzer beeps three times. The selected time remains displayed after the programme starts and can be changed during the programme if you wish.

! You can either choose a sensor dry level or a drying time.

After selecting a Programme that has a Delay Start Option a delay start time can be selected. Each press of the Delay start button advances the delay setting in 1 hour increments from “1h” to “24h” then “OFF” and then after five seconds cancels the delay. For delays of 10 hours or more the display counts down the time in hours until 10 hours, then the display shows “9:59” and then counts down in minutes. For delays of 9 hours or less the display shows hours and minutes and then counts down in minutes for all of the delay. After the Start/Pause Button is pressed the delay time can be changed or cancelled, if you wish. When the delay period finished the symbol is off and the Time to End is displayed, if you wish. If you have chosen a timed drying the display during programming will show the drying time only in the timed drying display in the middle. After having pressed start the machine will turn the time display on and visualize the countdown of the programme time.

Time to End

If the delay icon is off the time displayed is the Time to End of the programme running. When timed programmes are selected the time displayed throughout the cycle is the actual time remaining.

When the programme is selected the display shows the time required to dry a full load, The remaining time is

constantly monitored during the drying cycle and is updated to show the best forecast. The time to end is displayed in hours and minutes and counts down each minute.The time to end is displayed in hours and minutes

and counts down each minute. The colon between the hours and minutes display flashes to show that the time is counting down. The Display also shows if there is a problem with your dryer, if this occurs the display will show F followed by a fault code number, the four option lights and the pause light will also flash Orange (see Troubleshooting).

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