Brandt EFM505K User Manual

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Dryer
GB INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
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The following symbols are used throughout this manual (flush with he left margin) to signify:
safety rules that must be strictly complied with (for you, your dryer and your washing)
electrical danger important advice and information
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1 How to carry out your first installation
• Safety instructions -------------------------------------------------------------------- 58
• Energy saving -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 58
• Description of machine ---------------------------------------------------------------- 59
• Installation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 60 Installation area Levelling
• Building in ------------------------------------------------------------------------------61
• Reversing the door -------------------------------------------------------------------- 61
• Column installation -------------------------------------------------------------------- 62
• Power supply -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 62
2 How to use your dryer
• Laundry preparation ------------------------------------------------------------------ 63
• Loading the laundry ------------------------------------------------------------------ 63
• How to use the drying programmes -------------------------------------------------- 64
• Your drying programmes --------------------------------------------------------------65
Programme sequence and display ---------------------------------------------------- 66
3 How to maintain your dryer
• Routine maintenance ------------------------------------------------------------------ 67 Cleaning the filter Cleaning the humidity probes Cleaning the dryer
Maintaining the condensation water container and condenser------------------------ 68
• Cleaning the condenser ---------------------------------------------------------------- 68
4 Troubleshooting
• What to do if... ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 69
5 Consumer relations
• After sales service: -------------------------------------------------------------------- 84
Contents
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Safety instructions
Energy saving
Your dryer was designed exclusively for domestic use, to dry machine-dryable fabrics.
• Spin your washing at high speed, which will reduce residual humidity and energy consumption too. Synthetic fabrics should also be spun before drying.
• Load your machine to maximum for optimal use of energy. To do this, use the recommended volumes indicated in this booklet.
• High ambient temperatures and small rooms increase drying times and electricity consumption.
•Make sure that the ventilation grill on the front of the machine is always clean and free of obstacles.
The following instructions must be
strictly complied with. We decline all responsibility and will terminate any guarantee if these recommendations are ignored, which may cause damage to persons or property.
• Use your machine as indicated in this manual; this will avoid damage to persons and washing. Don’t use solvents inside the dryer (danger of fire and explosion)
• Stain removal products. All preliminary treatment with solvents, stain removers and aerosols is strictly forbidden as they are highly inflammable products. If items require such treatment, it should be carried out before washing. We also advise you not to use such products near your dryer or other electrical appliances in general in poorly ventilated areas, in order to avoid the risk of explosion.
• Scrupulously follow the drying instructions on the labels on your washing.
• If you have to open the door of the drum during a drying cycle, be careful not to touch the drum immediately, as it will be very hot.
• In the case of anomalies that you can’t eliminate by following the instructions in section “What to do if…”, contact a qualified professional.
• Don’t allow children to play with the machine and keep pets away from it.
• Before disposing of your dryer render it unusable. Disconnect and cut the power cable at its entry to the machine. Put the door handle out of use.
• Think of the environment. Ask your dealer or local authorities about procedures for scrapping used dryers.
• If you want to change the power cable, contact a qualified professional.
• Don’t touch the back panel of the dryer while it’s working, as it may be very hot.
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Description of machine
Control panel
Filter
Condensation water container
Condenser
Condenser access cover
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Installation area (A):
Your dryer emits heat. If you put it next to another appliance or item of furniture, we recommend leaving space between the two for air to circulate (A).
We strongly advise against:
- installing your dryer on a carpeted floor.
If you can’t avoid doing so, take the necessary steps to ensure adequate circulation of air under the base.
- installing your dryer where it may be exposed to splashes of water;
- installing your dryer in a small closed room (if this is the case, open a door or window during the drying cycle);
- installing your dryer in an inadequately ventilated room; ambient temperature should be under 35° C during drying.
Levelling (B):
Use a level to check the floor is horizontal. The maximum allowed inclination is 1.5° (ie.
about 1 cm with respect to the width and depth of the dryer).
Your dryer has four adjustable feet (B). To adjust level and stability:
- tip slightly backwards;
- use a wrench or pair of pliers to screw or
unscrew, depending on the floor, one or more of the feet to adjust height (B);
- put the dryer back on four feet and check stability.
Installing your dryer
A
B
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Building in – Reversing the door
Your dryer can be recessed. See the drawing below (A) for recess dimensions.
•For safety reasons, a metal top must be applied to the top of your dryer. You can obtain one from your dealer.
• Make sure the dryer is unplugged before carrying out the following operations.
Proceed as follows:
- unscrew and remove the screws on the rear of the work top;
- push the work top back till it stops;
- lift the work top off;
- unscrew and remove the plastic pins (1) on the side walls of the dryer and remove the tie-rods (2);
- fit on the metal top (3) which ensures protection in the case of accidental contact with live parts;
- position the dryer in its recess, aligning it with the adjacent units and making sure it is completely underneath the work top.
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1
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600
595
600
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830
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Reversing the door (B):
If you wish, you can change the way the door opens, as follows:
- remove the four screws (1) in the front panel fixing the hinges (2) of the door (3);
-move the micro-switch activator (5) from position (a) to position (b);
- move the plugs covering the holes from position (6) to position (1);
- mount the door on holes (6).
1
6
1
3
5(a)
2
5(b)
B
A
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Column installation (A):
Your dryer can be easily stacked on top of a front-loading washing machine.
This requires a stacking kit (frame and suction pads) available from your dealer. Don’t forget to adjust the feet during installation.
Power supply, (B):
Electrical connection must be to NF C15­100, especially regarding the earthing system. Line: 3 x 2.5 mm
2
, 230 V, connecting to:
-a meter: 20 A, 230 V – 50 Hz;
-a differential circuit breaker and individual 16 A fuse;
-a power outlet: 16 A, 2-pole + earth.
Tips on electrical connection of your
appliance: Contact a qualified professional for replacement of the power cable.
The dryer’s technical characteristics data are on the serial number plate on the back of the machine.
- the power outlet must be easily accessible
but out of reach of children;
- don’t use extensions, adaptors or multiple
sockets;
- never disconnect the earth system.
We cannot be held responsible for any accident caused by improper electrical installation. If in doubt, contact your installer.
Column installation – Power supply
Frame
(see stacking kit)
Suction pads
(see stacking kit)
A
B
Your appliance complies with EC directives 73/23 (Low Voltage) and 89/336 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) as amended by EC directive 93/68.
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Laundry preparation
Don’t dry the following in your dryer:
-plasticized fabrics;
-chloro-fibres (eg. Termolactyl*) * registered trademark;
-garments containing plastic foam, rubber or reinforcements that might become detached;
-bulky items (duvets, quilts, etc.);
-laundry that hasn’t been spun;
-laundry that’s been cleaned with inflam­mable chemical products.
Normal
drying
Delicate
drying
Do not tumble dry
Check the state of your fabrics:
If, after washing and before putting the laundry in the dryer, you notice stains, don’t dry the stained items, because stains that are then ironed or dried in a dryer usually can’t be removed. Refer to the instructions that most washing machine manuals give on removal of difficult stains and, most importantly, wash the items again.
How to prepare laundry items:
-close all zips and press studs;
-remove loose buttons, broaches, clips;
-do up belts, aprons strings, etc.;
-empty pockets.
Check labels on fabrics:
Loading the laundry
Approximate weights of laundry types (grams):
Laundry type Weight
Double sheet 1300
Bath robe 1250
Duvet cover 1100
Single sheet 700
Men’s pyjamas 500
Tablecloth 270 Pillowcase 250
Men’s underpants 250
Towel 220
Men’s shirt 200
Women’s nightdress 200
Napkin 120
Blouse 120
Men’s/women’s slip 100
Teacloth 100
Recommended volumes:
To reduce creasing and optimise drying times we advise keeping within a maximum of 6 kg of cotton and 3 kg of synthetic/delicate fibres.
-6 kg of cotton corresponds to the volume of a full drum (items uncompressed);
-3 kg of synthetic/delicate fibres corre­sponds to the volume of a half drum;
-1,5 kg of synthetic/delicate fibres corre­sponds to the volume of a quarter drum.
Before the first drying cycle, clean the inside of the drum with a damp cloth to remove any dust that may have deposited.
Putting the laundry into the drum:
-open the door by pulling the handle outwards;
- check the filter is in its housing;
- put the washed and spun laundry into the drum without compressing it;
- close the door.
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How to use the drying programmes
On/Off Programme
switch
Anti-crease exclusion
Start
Important: remember that if there’s a power failure or if the door is opened during a drying cycle, the appliance will automatically restart once the initial conditions are restored. On completion of the drying cycle, a cool air ventilation phase will start automatically. After this, four acoustic signals will tell you the cycle has ended. If you haven’t selected the Anti-crease exclusion option, the 60 minute anti-crease phase will now start. During this stage the laundry may be taken out at any time.
Led
Description Programming a drying cycle:
• press the “ON/OFF” button (acoustic signal);
• if you want a delayed start, choose one of the four programmed delay times (1 to 4) before setting the programme and wait 3 seconds. An acoustic signal will tell you when your choice has been accepted;
• now choose a programme by turning the switch to the desired setting;
• the “Anti-crease exclusion” option may be chosen at this point;
• press the “Start” button*, an acoustic signal will tell you drying has begun. * the “Start” button doesn’t stay pressed down.
Adding or removing an item during a drying cycle:
• open the door;
• add or remove laundry *;
• press the “Start” button (acoustic signal). * be careful not to scald yourself.
Modifying a drying cycle in progress:
•set the pointer on the switch to “Stop” and wait for the acoustic signal;
• choose another programme;
• restart the drying cycle (see above).
Cancelling a drying cycle in progress:
• press the “ON/OFF” button at any time during drying.
Maintaining your dryer’s performance:
• clean the filter after each cycle (the “Filter” led lights up at the end of the cycle);
• empty the tank after each cycle;
• clean the condenser once a month.
ON flashes rapidly
then stays lit
ON flashes rapidly
then stays lit
ON flashes
ON flashes
ON flashes
ON flashes
Tank filter
full
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Cotton Weight Fabric Drying Fabric Prog.
type result selection
Jeans 6 kg Household linen, Dry yes 1
blue jeans
Ready to wear 6 kg Cotton Dry yes 2
Ready to steam iron 6 kg Cotton Slightly damp yes 3 iron 6 kg Cotton Damp yes 4 machine iron 6 kg Cotton Damper yes 5
Mixed
Ready to wear 3 kg Delicates/synthetics Dry no 7
Ready to fold 3 kg Delicates/synthetics Drier no 6 Ready to wear 3 kg Delicates/synthetics Damper no 8 Flash 3 kg Delicate/synthetic/mixed Fast no 9
Other drying programmes
Extra drying 60-45-30-15 min. Very heavy cotton, for example. From 60 to 15 min Cool ventilation 6 kg All fabrics 10 min Programmed start All fabrics From 12 to 3 hours
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Programmes recommended by laboratory testing
(EC Directive 61121 95/13)
Load I
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“dry cotton” 6 kg choose Prog. 2
Load II
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“iron dry cotton” 6 kg choose Prog. 4
Load III
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“fabric with no particular requirements 3 kg choose Prog. 7
Your drying programmes
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Programme sequence and display
Cooling: final part of the drying cycle. Anti-crease phase: after the end of drying, it prevents fabrics from lumping together;
maximum duration 60 minutes.
Tank full: the led lights up when the tank is full. It has to be emptied for the drying cycle
to be completed. It’s best to empty it after each cycle
Action or state
Led
steady on
Led
flashing
Acoustic
signal
Power (ON)
Choice of delayed start
Programme selection
Start button pressed
Programmed start
During drying
During a pause
During cooling
End of cooling
During anti-crease phase
End of anti-crease phase
Stop
ON
ON
ON filter and ON filter and ON
ON ON
(after 3 seconds)
ON ON ON
on for 2 s.
off for 4 s.
ON filter filter
yes yes
yes yes
yes yes yes
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Routine maintenance
It’s important to remember that the filter must be cleaned after each cycle.
The filter is in the bottom part of the opening of your dryer.
To clean it:
- pull the filter upwards out of its housing (A);
- clean it by removing the thin layer of fluff covering it (B)
Use a piece of crumpled plush fabric to remove fibres from the filter.
Under no circumstances must it be cleaned with water (C).
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replace it in its housing , pushing down well.
Cleaning the dryer:
The only acceptable way to clean the control panel, the access to the drum and the bodywork is with a wet sponge or cloth and some liquid soap.
In any case, never use (E):
• abrasive powders;
• metallic or plastic pads;
• alcohol based products (alcohol, diluents, etc.)
Cleaning the humidity probes (D):
If you have an electronic dryer, a layer of scale may deposit on the probes (inside the drum, on top of the stainless steel blade). Remove by wiping the probes with a cloth soaked in vinegar
C
D
E
Cleaning the filter
Once every six months, hoover the vents at the front and back of the machine to eliminate dust and fluff.
B
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Maintaining the condensation water container and condenser
Emptying the condensation water container:
The container is in the bottom part of the machine. It collects the water extracted from the laundry during the wash. To empty it, open the skirting flap and remove the container from its housing by pulling outward (A and B).
The container must emptied after each drying cycle.
If this isn’t done, the next cycle will be interrupted; around 20 seconds after you’ve emptied and replaced the container, the cycle resumes and the “container full” led goes out.
Risk of freezing: If there is a risk of freezing, empty the water container.
Moving the dryer: If you want to move or tilt the machine, empty the water container.
Cleaning the condenser
The condenser should be cleaned twice a month.
Take the plug out before cleaning the condenser.
- open the skirting flap on the front of the machine (A);
- remove the condenser panel by sliding the locking devices towards one another in the direction of the arrows (C);
- turn the lever 90° to free the condenser (D);
- remove the condenser (E);
- free it from fluff;
- rinse with tap water only (F);
- after cleaning, make sure all the tubes are “unblocked” and that the fins are clean;
- dry it summarily;
- remove all deposits of fibre from the surface of the condenser housing and around the water discharge hole (F);
- replace the container in its housing, secure it and put the cover and skirting back on.
Important: when you remount the condenser, keep it firmly pressed against the bottom of its housing whilst securing it.
A
B
C
D
E
F
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What to do if…
Malfunction Check that:
• the drum filter isn’t covered with fluff;
• the condenser isn’t covered with scale;
• the laundry has been well spun (min. 500 rpm; 850 rpm shortens drying time);
• the ambient temperature isn’t too high (especially if the room is small); if necessary open the door or window;
• the air intake and vent are free enough to ensure proper circulation.
• the drum filter isn’t covered with fluff;
• the selected type of drying is right; if necessary, choose a “drier” programme;
• the condenser isn’t blocked with fluff.
The following malfunctions may occur when using your dryer. Here are some solutions.
Drying times are too long.
Check that:
The laundry is too damp.
Check that:
• the laundry is sufficiently “separated” before going into the drum;
• the drum isn’t too full.
Drying isn’t even.
Check that:
• the laundry isn’t too dry.
• you have used a softener in the wash;
softeners solve much of the problem with static.
Synthetic items are charged with static electricity.
Check that:
• the condensation water container is full; having emptied it, correctly put it back and secure it to the bottom of its housing.
The “container full” led is on. Check whether:
• your dryer is horizontal.
The “container full” led comes on during a cycle when the container is only partly full. Check that:
The dryer doesn’t start.
Check that:
• the fuses are in perfect condition;
• it’s plugged in properly;
• you’ve pressed the on/off or start button;
• you’ve closed the door properly;
• the condenser is well screwed in;
• the condensation water container is empty and properly positioned;
• the filter is in its housing properly.
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Kundeservice
Eventuelle indgreb i apparatet skal udføres af:
- enten forhandleren
- eller kvalificerede teknikere, som er autoriserede af producenten. Angiv samtlige referenceoplysninger (model, type og serienummer) for apparatet ved anmodning om assistance. Disse oplysninger fremgår af identifikationsskiltet bag på apparatet.
Klantenservice:
Eventuele reparatiehandelingen op de droogautomaat moeten uitgevoerd worden door:
- Uw verkoper
- gekwalificeerde door de fabrikant geautoriseerde technici Bij het vragen van technische assistentie alle gegevens van de machine (model, type en serienummer) aangeven. Deze gegevens zijn op de identificatieplaat achterop de machine aangegeven.
Nachverkaufs-Service:
Eventuelle Reparaturen des Geräts müssen durchgeführt werden von:
- Ihrem Händler
- einem vom Hersteller autorisierten Fachmann Geben Sie bei Eingriffen Reparaturen des Geräts die vollständigen Daten an (Modell, Typ und Seriennummer). Diese Angaben befinden sich auf dem Typenschild auf der Geräterückseite.
Service après vente:
Les éventuelles interventions sur votre appareil doivent être effectuées:
- soit par votre revendeur,
- soit par un autre professionnel qualifié dépositaire de la marque. Lors de votre appel, mentionnez la référence complète de votre appareil (modèle, type et numéro de série). Ces renseignements figurent sur la plaque signalétique fixée au dos de l’appareil.
After sales service:
Repairs or maintenance of your machine must only be done by:
- either your dealer
- or by qualified technicians authorized by the Manufacturer. When you request intervention, give full details of your dryer (model, type, serial number). All this data is on the plate on the back of the machine.
Servizio post vendita:
Gli eventuali interventi sulla vostra macchina dovranno essere effettuati:
- o dal vostro rivenditore
- o da tecnici qualificati autorizzati dalla Casa Costruttrice Quando richiedete l’intervento indicate i riferimenti completi della vostra macchina (modello, tipo e numero di serie). Potete trovare questi dati sulla targhetta apposta sul retro della macchina stessa.
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