Ariston AS65VXS User Manual

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Care, Use and Installation booklet

			TUMBLE DRYER

			Contents
EN	F	ES	Contents	EN
EN	F	ES		EN
			Warnings and Safety Instructions, 2
English 1	Français, 13	Español, 25	Warnings and Safety Instructions, 2
			Important safety instructions
			Grounding instructions
			Dryer Description, 3
			The front
			The back
			Control panel
			Start and Programs, 4-5
			Choosing a program
			Table of programs
			Laundry, 6-7
			Sorting your laundry
			Wash care labels
AS65VXS			Special clothing items
			Drying times
			Maintenance and Care, 8
			When to switch off the electricity
			Clean the filter after each cycle
			Check the drum after each cycle
			Cleaning the dryer
			Troubleshooting, 9
			Spare parts
			Installation, 10-11
			Electrical
			Where to put your dryer
			Exhaust ducting
			Stacking kit
			Warranties, 12

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Warnings and Safety Instructions

EN	! The appliance has been designed and built			●	Do not use the dryer unless the filter is securely in place
EN	according to international safety standards.				(see Maintenance).
	according to international safety standards.				(see Maintenance).
	These warnings are given for safety reasons and must			●	Do not overload the dryer (see Laundry for maximum
	be read carefully.				loads).
	Important safety instructions			●	Do not load items that are dripping wet.
	Important safety instructions			●	Tumble dry items only if they have been washed with
					detergent and water, rinsed and been through the spin
		WARNING:			detergent and water, rinsed and been through the spin
	To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to				cycle. It is a fire hazard to dry items that have not been
	persons when using your appliance, follow the basic				washed with water.
	precautions, including the following:			●	Carefully check all instructions on clothing labels (see
	●	Read all instructions before using the appliance.			Laundry).
	●	Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in,		●	Do not tumble dry large, very bulky items.
		washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning		●	Do not tumble dry acrylic fibres at high temperatures.
		solvents or other flammable or explosive substances, as they		●	Complete each program with its Air Fluff phase.
		give off vapours that could ignite or explode.		●	Do not turn off the dryer when there are still warm items
	●	Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance.			inside.
		Close supervision of children is necessary when the		●	Never climb on top of the dryer. It could result in damage.
		appliance is used near children.		●	Comply with specified electrical requirements (see
	●	Before the appliance is removed from service or			Installation).
		discarded, remove the door to the drying compartment.		●	Always buy original spare parts and accessories (see
	●	Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.			Troubleshooting).
	●	Do not install or store this appliance where it will be
		exposed to the weather.		Grounding instructions (see installation)
	●	Do not tamper with the controls.		Grounding instructions (see installation)
	●	Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or
		attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the			WARNING:
		user-maintenance instructions.			THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED.
	●	Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static		Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
		unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric		conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check
		softener or product.		with a qualified electrician or service representative or
	●	Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or		personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the
		similarly textured rubber-like materials.		appliance is properly grounded!
	●	Clean the lint filter before and after each load (see
	●	Clean the lint filter before and after each load (see
		Maintenance).		In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding
	●	Keep the area around the exhaust opening and adjacent		will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a
		surroundings free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.		path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance
	●	The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be		is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding
		cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.		conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
	●	Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.		plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly
		Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a		installed and grounded in accordance with all local
		chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.		codes and ordinances.
	●	This tumble dryer has been designed for home, and not		DO NOT modify the plug provided with the appliance:
		professional, use.		if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed
	●	This dryer must be used by adults, and the instructions in		by a qualified electrician or exchange the cord with an
		this booklet should be followed carefully.		appropriate one rated for the dryer.
	●	Do not touch the appliance while barefoot or with wet		REFER TO THE RATING PLATE FOR VOLTAGE AND
		hands or feet.		CURRENT REQUIREMENTS (see diagram for location).
	●	The appliance must be installed correctly and have		The dryer should be connected to the mains supply
		proper ventilation. The air intake vents behind the		via a suitable socket which is accessible after
		machine, the outlet vents should never be obstructed (see		installing your dryer. This dryer must be connected to
		Installation).		30A INDIVIDUAL BRANCH CIRCUIT.
	●	Check to see if the dryer is empty before loading it.		For full details see Installation Instruction sections of this
	●	The back of the dryer could become very hot.
		Never touch it while in use.		book.
				IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OF THE ABOVE CONSULT
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Dryer Description

The front		The back		EN
				EN
Control Panel	Drum
			Air Intake Vent
			Air Intake Vent

Model & Serial

numbers

Filter	Caution: Hot!

Control panel

HEAT	Indicator	START
HEAT	Indicator	START
Button		Button

Programs Guide

The START button begins drying a selected program (see Start and Programs).

The HEAT button selects drying temperature (see Start and Programs).

OUT: HIGH heat. IN: LOW heat.

PROGRAMS

Knob

The Programs Guide gives you a guide to the available programs.

The PROGRAMS knob sets the program: rotate it clockwise, never counter-clockwise, until the indicator is pointing to the program you want to select (see Start and Programs). The programs knob will advance to the ‘0’ position after the program ends.

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Start and Programs

Choosing a program

1.Plug the dryer into the electrical socket.

2.Sort your laundry according to fabric type (see Laundry).

3.Open the door and make sure the filter is clean and in place (see Maintenance).

4.Load the machine and make sure that the items are not in the way of the door seal. Close the door.

5.Choose the drying program by checking the Programs table (see Programs) as well as the indications for each type of fabric (see Laundry).

-Set the temperature with the HEAT button.

-Select a program or drying time by rotating the PROGRAMS knob clockwise.

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6.Press the START button to begin.

During the drying program, you can check on your laundry and take out items that are dry while others continue drying. When you close the door again, press START in order to resume drying.

7.About 10 minutes before the program is completed, it enters the final AIR FLUFF phase (fabrics are cooled), which should always be allowed to complete.

8.Open the door, take your laundry out, clean the filter and replace it (see Maintenance).

9.Unplug the dryer.

Programs					EN
					EN
Program	What it does...	How to set it...		Note:
Program	What it does...	How to set it...		Note:

Sensor	Dries completely: your	1. Select HIGH HEAT by pressing the		! If you select LOW HEAT, this
Drying	clothes are ready to be worn.	HEAT button.		program will not dry your
(heavy loads)	For heavy loads (from 7 to	2. Position the PROGRAMS knob		clothes. For Acrylic fibers or
		2. Position the PROGRAMS knob		small loads select Timed
		on	.	small loads select Timed
	13 lb / 3 to 6 kg) of Regular	on	.	Drying.
	13 lb / 3 to 6 kg) of Regular	3. Press the START button.		Drying.
	Cottons.	3. Press the START button.
	Cottons.			This programme can also be
				This programme can also be
				used for light loads if you prefer
				a damper result.

Sensor	Dries completely: your clothes	1. Select HIGH HEAT by pressing the		! If you select LOW HEAT, this
Drying	are ready to be worn.	HEAT button.		programme will not dry your
(light loads)	For light loads (from 2 to 7 lb /	2. Position the PROGRAMS knob		clothes. For Acrylic fibers or
(light loads)	For light loads (from 2 to 7 lb /	2. Position the PROGRAMS knob		small loads select Timed
	1 to 3 kg) of Regular Cottons,	on	.	Drying.
	1 to 3 kg) of Regular Cottons,	3. Press the START button.		Drying.
	Permanent Press.	3. Press the START button.
	Permanent Press.			This program can also be used
				This program can also be used
				for heavy loads if you require a
				slightly drier result.

Timed Drying	Dries wet clothing that will be	1. Select required heat setting HIGH		Consult suggested drying
up to 120 minutes	ironed, acrylic fibers, or small	HEAT or LOW HEAT by pressing		times (see Laundry).
	loads (less than 2 lb / 1 kg).	the HEAT button.
	loads (less than 2 lb / 1 kg).	2. Position the PROGRAMS knob on
		2. Position the PROGRAMS knob on
		the desired time.
		3. Press the START button.

Fabric Care	Heating elements turn	This is the final phase of all programs.		Always allow the dryer to
	themselves off and clothing is	Approximately 10 minutes before the		complete this phase.
	themselves off and clothing is	finish, the knob advances
	cooled down.	finish, the knob advances
	cooled down.	automatically to the Air Fluff phase.
		automatically to the Air Fluff phase.
Air Fluff Phase		After this the clothing is ready to be
		taken out.

Fabric Care	Brief program (approximately	1. Select HIGH HEAT by pressing the		! This is not a drying
	10 minutes) that softens fibers	HEAT button.		program (see below).
	of clothing that is ready for	2. Position the PROGRAMS knob on
	of clothing that is ready for		.
Easy Iron	ironing.		.
Easy Iron	ironing.	3. Press the START button.
		3. Press the START button.

Easy Iron Program

Easy Iron is a short 10 minute programme (8 minutes of heat followed by a 2 minute Air Fluff period) which fluffs the fibers of clothing that have been left in the same position/location for an extended period of time. The cycle relaxes the fibers and makes them easier to iron and fold.

! Easy Iron is not a drying program and should not be used for wet articles of clothing.

For best results:

1. Do not load more than the maximum capacity. These numbers refer to the dry weight:

Fabric	Maximum load
Regular Cotton and Regular Cotton mix	5.5 lb / 2.5 kg
Permanent Press	4 lb / 2 kg
Denim	4 lb / 2 kg

2.Unload the dryer immediately after the end of the program, hang, fold or iron the articles and put them away. Should this not be possible, repeat the program.

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Laundry

Sorting your laundry

●Check symbols on clothing labels to make sure that the articles can be tumble dried.

●Sort laundry by fabric type.

●Empty pockets and check buttons.

●Close zippers and hooks and tie loose belts and strings.

●Wring out each item in order to eliminate as much excess water as possible.

! Do not load dripping wet clothes into the dryer.

Maximum load size

Do not load more than maximum capacity.

These numbers refer to dry weight:

Natural fibres: 6 kg max (13 lb)

Synthetic fibres: 3 kg max (6.6 lb)

! DO NOT overload the dryer as this could result in reduced drying performance.

Typical weights

Clothes

Blouse	Cotton	150 g	5 oz
	Other	100 g	3 oz
Dress	Cotton	500 g	1 lb 2 oz
	Other	350 g	12 oz

Jeans		700 g	1 lb 6 oz

10 Diapers		1000 g	2 lb 3 oz
Shirt	Cotton	300 g	10 oz
	Other	200 g	7 oz
T-Shirt		125 g	4 oz


Household Items
Duvet cover	Cotton	1500 g	3 lb 5 oz
(Double)	Other	1000 g	2 lb 3 oz

Large Tablecloth		700 g	1 lb 6 oz
Small Tablecloth		250 g	9 oz
Tea Towel		100 g	3 oz

Bath Towel		700 g	1 lb 6 oz
Hand Towel		350 g	12 oz
Double Sheet		500 g	1 lb 2 oz
Single Sheet		350 g	12 oz

At the end of a drying cycle, cottons could still be damp if you grouped cottons and permanent press items together. If this happens simply give them an additional short period of drying.

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Wash Care Labels

Look at the labels on your garments, especially when tumble drying for the first time. The following symbols are the most common:

May be tumble dried

Do not tumble dry

Tumble dry at high heat setting

Tumble dry at low heat setting

What not to tumble dry in your dryer:

●Articles that contain rubber or rubber-like materials or plastic film (pillows, cushions, or PVC rainwear), any other flammable objects or objects that contain flammable substances (towels soiled with hair spray).

●Glass fibres (certain types of draperies).

●Items which have been dry cleaned.

●Items with the ITCL Code (see Special clothing items) . These can be cleaned with special at-home dry cleaning products. Follow instructions

carefully.

●Large bulky items (quilts, sleeping bags, pillows, cushions, large bedspreads etc). These expand when drying and would prevent airflow through the dryer.

Special clothing items

Blankets and Bedspreads: acrylic items (Acilan, Courtelle, Orion, Dralon) must be dried with special care on LOW heat setting. Avoid drying for a long period of time.

Pleated or creased garments: read the manufacturer’s drying instructions on the garment.

Starched articles: do not dry these with non-starched items. Make sure that as much of the starch solution is removed from the load as possible before placing it in the dryer. Do not over-dry: the starch will become powdery and leave your clothing limp, which defeats the purpose of starch.

Drying times

The table below presents APPROXIMATE drying times in minutes. Weights refer to dry garments:

Regular Cottons

High (full) Heat

Drying times 800-1000rpm in washing machine

		Half Load			Full Load

2 lb	4 lb	7 lb	9 lb	11 lb	13 lb
1 kg	2 kg	3 kg	4 kg	5 kg	6 kg

20-30	35-45	45-60	60-70	70-80	80-100

Permanent Press

High (full) Heat

Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine

	Half Load	Full Load

2 lb	4 lb	7 lb

1 kg	2 kg	3 kg

20-30	35-45	45-60

Delicates/Acrylics

Low (gentle) Heat

Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine

Half Load	Full Load

2 lb	4 lb

1 kg	2 kg

25-40	40-60

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Times are approximate and can vary depending

upon:

●Amount of water retained in clothes after spin cycle: towels and delicates retain a lot of water.

●Fabrics: items that are the same type of fabric but different textures and thicknesses may not have the same drying time.

●Quantity of laundry: single items or small loads may take longer to dry.

●Dryness: If you are going to iron some of your clothes, they can be taken out while still a bit damp. Others can be left longer if you need them to be completely dry.

●Heat setting.

●Room temperature: if the room where the dryer is located is cold, it will take longer for the dryer to dry your clothes.

●Bulk: some bulky items can be tumble dried with care. We suggest that you remove these items several times, shake them out, and return them to the dryer until finished.

! Do not over-dry your clothes.

All fabrics contain a little natural moisture, which keeps them soft and fluffy.

Maintenance and Care

EN	When you should switch off the electricity	Check the drum after each cycle
EN

Unplug the dryer when not using it, when cleaning it and during maintenance activities.

Turn the drum manually in order to remove small items (handkerchiefs) that could have been left behind.

Clean the filter after each cycle

The filter is an important part of your dryer:

it accumulates lint and fluff that is formed while drying. Small items could also become trapped in the filter. When finished drying, therefore, clean the filter by rinsing it under running water or with your vacuum cleaner. Should the filter become clogged up, the airflow inside the dryer will be seriously compromised: drying times lengthen and you will consume more energy. It may also damage your dryer.

The filter is found in front of the dryer trim

(see diagram).

Removing the filter:

1. Pull the plastic grip of the filter upwards (see diagram).

2. Clean the filter and replace it correctly. Ensure the filter is fully located flush into the tumble dryer trim.

! Do not use the dryer without replacing the filter..

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Cleaning the drum

! Do not use abrasives, steel wool or stainless steel cleaning agents to clean the drum.

A coloured film may start to appear on the stainless steel drum, this may be caused by a combination of water and, or cleaning agents such as fabric conditioner from the wash. This coloured film will not affect the dryer performance.

Cleaning the dryer

●External parts in metal or plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned with a damp cloth.

●Periodically check the vent tube and any permanent venting fixture to make sure that there has been no accumulation of fluff or lint, and remove it.

●Remove lint that collects around the filter and the outlet vents.

!Do not use solvents or abrasives.

!Your dryer uses special bearing components which do not need lubrication.

!Have your dryer checked regularly by authorized technicians to ensure electrical and mechanical safety.

Troubleshooting

Before you call our Customer Care Department, go through the following troubleshooting suggestions:

Problem:	Possible causes / Solution:
The dryer won’t start.	●	The plug is not plugged into the socket, or not making contact.
	●	There has been a power outage.
	●	The fuse has blown.
	●	The door is not closed securely?
	●	The PROGRAMS knob has not been set properly (see Start and Programs).
	●	The START button has not been pressed (see Start and Programs).

Its taking a long time to dry.

●The filter has not been cleaned (see Maintenance).

●The temperature setting is not ideal for the type of fabric you are drying (see Start and Programs, and see Laundry).

●Automatic / Sensor Dry programs require a HIGH temperature setting (see Start and Programs).

●The correct program has not been selected for this load (see Start and Programs, and see Laundry).

●The exhaust duct is obstructed (see Installation).

●The air intake vent is obstructed (see Installation).

●The permanent ventilation flap on the storm cover is obstructed (see Installation).

●The items were too wet (see Laundry).

●The dryer was overloaded (see Laundry).

If you still have a problem call our Customer Care Department on: 1 888 426 0825

Spare Parts

This dryer is a complex machine. Repairing it yourself or having a non-authorized person try to repair it could cause harm to one or more persons and to the machine, and could invalidate the spare parts warranty.

Call an authorized service center if you experience problems while using the machine.

Contact number: 1 888 426 0825

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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 ANSI/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-wire power supply cord fitted with a 14-30P (plug), a receptacle should be fitted in a location accessible after the dryer is installed. The four wire dryer wire cord assembly fitted must be used when the appliance is installed in a location where grounding through the neutral is prohibited. Grounding through the neutral is prohibited for; new branch-circuit installations; mobile homes, recreational vehicles and areas were local codes do not allow grounding through the neutral conductor.

If a 10-30R (receptacle) is installed a locally obtained 3 wire dryer cord kit minimum ratings 240V, 30A, 90C and marked for clothes dryers (ring terminals) should be fitted

To fit a 10-30P dryer cord assembly follow the steps below:

1.Make sure the dryer is not plugged into a power outlet.

2.Remove the cover from the cable junction box located on the rear of the dryer.

3.Remove Green link wire from ground terminal.

4.Loosen the nut securing the cable bush, disconnect and discard the existing cable and bush.

5.Fit one end of the Green link to the ground terminal using washer and nut. Position the link wire to the Neutral terminal (N), but do not fit securing screw at this stage.

Green link wire.

6.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.

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7.Connect the L1, N and L2 wires.

On flat cords the center wire is the Neutral conductor, fit to the terminal marked ‘N’. On round cords the Green or White conductor should be fitted to the terminal marked ‘N’.

8.Fully tighten the terminal block screws and ground connection nut, position the cord, finally fully tighten the strain relief.

9.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 OF THE ABOVE CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

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 inflammable 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:

	Closet	Under counter
Sides	3/4" (15mm)	3/4" (15mm)
Top	1/2" (10mm)	1/2" (10mm)
Rear	3/4" (15mm)	3/4" (15mm)
Front	3/4" (15mm)	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 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 elbows must also be a minimum of 4-inch (100mm) diameter. Joints must be secured with ducting tape. Do not use screws, as lint can collect on the screws.

Maximum length of duct:

Number	Rigid Duct	Flexible Duct
of Elbows:
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 appliance MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.

-Do not discharge the exhaust air into a flue, which is used for exhausting fumes from other appliances burning gas or other fuel.

Depending on the frequency of use it is essential that the ducting is checked periodically and any fluff or debris removed.

Stacking kit

The dryer is provided with a stacking kit, which allows the dryer to be fitted to the top of an Ariston washing machine:

Model AW125NA

Model AW129NA

Model AW149NA

The kit contains all the necessary brackets and screws. Tools needed:

No.2 Philips Screwdriver 2mm drill, power or hand drill

SAFETY

For personal safety, DO NOT try to fit the dryer on top of the washing machine on your own. A second person should help to lift the tumble dryer onto the washing machine and to relocate the stacked washer and dryer.

1.You will need to get to the sides of the washing machine to fit the stacking kit and dryer. If necessary pull the machine away from its location to gain access to the machine to fit the stacking kit and dryer.

2.Follow the instructions provided with the stacking kit.

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