Caple TDF200 User Manual

Instruction manual for condenser tumble dryer

Model code: TDF200

Contact Caple on 0844 800 3830 or for spare parts www.4caple.co.uk

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1 / FOR THE USER’S ATTENTION

• Safety instructions ------------------------------------------------------------------------------4

• Environmental protection--------------------------------------------------------------------5

• Energy savings------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5

2 / DESCRIPTION OF YOUR APPLIANCE

• General presentation of the tumble dryer ------------------------------------------6

• The “Steam” tank --------------------------------------------------------------------------------7

3 / INSTALLING YOUR TUMBLE DRYER

• The appliance’s surroundings ------------------------------------------------------------8

• Levelling-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8

• Before using the steam program for the first time ----------------------------9

• Built-in installation -------------------------------------------------------------------------------9

• Combined washer/dryer installation---------------------------------------------------9

• Electrical connection-------------------------------------------------------------------------10

4 / PREPARING YOUR ITEMS

• Checking the condition of your laundry -------------------------------------------11

• Loading laundry into the drum----------------------------------------------------------11

5 / PROGRAMMING

• Presentation of the control panel -----------------------------------------------------12

• Drying programs -------------------------------------------------------------------------------12

• “Steam” programs-----------------------------------------------------------------------------14

• Your dryer’s programs ----------------------------------------------------------------------17

• The options----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18

6 / REGULAR MAINTENANCE

• Filling the steam tank------------------------------------------------------------------------20

• Cleaning the steam tank ------------------------------------------------------------------21

• Cleaning the filter ------------------------------------------------------------------------------22

• Emptying the condenser tank-----------------------------------------------------------22

• Direct evacuation of water condenser----------------------------------------------23

• Cleaning the condenser--------------------------------------------------------------------24

• Cleaning the appliance----------------------------------------------------------------------24

• Changing the bulb-----------------------------------------------------------------------------25

7 / PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

• Cleaning the filter housing----------------------------------------------------------------26

• Cleaning the condenser housing------------------------------------------------------26

8 / TROUBLESHOOTING--------------------------------------------------------------------------------28

9 / AFTER-SALES SERVICE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------30

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CONTENTS

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Dear Customer,

You have just acquired a Caple dryer and we would like to thank you.

We have invested all our dedication and know-how in this appliance to best meet your
needs. With strong innovation and performance, this appliance is designed to be easy
to use.

As part of our commitment to constantly improve our products, we reserve the right to make
changes to the product’s specifications and features in the pursuit of technological advances.

Warning :

Before installing and using your appliance, please read this Installation and Usage,

which will allow you to quickly familiarise yourself with its operation.

• ENERGY SAVINGS

• SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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1 / FOR THE USER’S ATTENTION

— Substances contained in soiling such as oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol, kerosene, stain removers,
turpentine or wax must be removed before drying in your machine (by using an adapted warm water
washing programme with additional detergent for example).
— Precautions for using stain-removing products : any preliminary treatment by solvent, stain-remo­ver, aerosol, such as acetone, alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, térébentine is prohibited because these
products are very inflammable. If your laundry requires this type of treatment, this must be done
before washing. Similarly, we recommend that you do not use these products near to your dryer or,
in general, near any electrical appliance in a poorly ventilated room in order to avoid any risk of an
explosion.
— If any incidents occur, which you cannot resolve using the troubleshooting advice we provide (see
“TROUBLESHOOTING”), contact our Technical Service Center.
— Before disposing of your worn-out appliance, make it unusable. Unplug and cut off the power
cable flush with the appliance and disengage the door lock.
— For your safety’s sake, if you wish to change your appliance’s power cable, contact a qualified
electrician.
— If any operating anomalies occur, disconnect your appliance and call our Technical Service
Center.

1 / FOR THE USER’S ATTENTION

Important :

Keep these operating instructions with
your appliance. If you should sell your
machine or give it to someone else, ensure
that the operating instructions are provided.
Please take note of these safety instructions
before installing and using your appliance.
They have been written for your safety and
that of others.

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Installation

— When you receive the appliance, unpack it or
have it unpacked immediately. Check that it
has not suffered any damage during trans­port. Express any reservations in writing on
the delivery slip and keep a copy.
Never connect a damaged appliance.
If your appliance is damaged, please contact
your dealer.
— Before connecting your appliance, please
refer to the installation instructions.
— Your tumble dryer must be kept disconnec­ted from the mains supply throughout the
whole installation process.
— The electrical connection details shown on
your appliance’s information plate must match
those of the local mains supply.
— Once your appliance has been installed, the
electrical plug must remain accessible.
— Do not alter or try to alter the appliance’s
characteristics. This could be dangerous.
— If your installation requires alteration, only
entrust the electrical and plumbing work to
qualified electricians and plumbers.
— The appliance must not be installed behind a
locking door, a sliding door or a door with hin­ges on the opposite side to those on the dryer.
— Your appliance is designed for normal
domestic use. Do not use it for commercial or
industrial purposes or for any purpose other
than the one for which it has been designed

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Children’s safety

— This appliance must only be used by adults.
Do not let children play with the appliance and
keep pets away from it.
— Keep young children away from the
appliance when it is operating.
— Keep the packaging materials out of chil­dren’s reach (e.g.: plastic bags, polystyrene,
etc.) because they can be dangerous for chil­dren : risk of suffocation.
— This appliance is not intended for use by per­sons (including children) with reduced physi­cal, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they are
supervised or instructed concerning use of
the appliance by the person responsible for
their safety.

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Use

Important :

Your tumble dryer is designed for
domestic use only, for drying laundry suitable
for tumble drying.

Important :

You must observe the following instruc­tions. We decline any responsibility and res­cind the guarantee if these recommendations
are ignored : failure to observe them can
result in material damage and physical injury.

— Use your appliance in accordance with its
method of use, thereby avoiding injury to your­self and damage to your items. Do not use sol­vents in the appliance (risk of fire and explo­sion).
— Strictly comply with the care instructions on
your laundry.
— If you have to open the door of the drum
during the drying cycle, ensure that you do not
touch the drum immediately, as it is very hot.

• ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

The appliance’s packaging material is recyclable. Help recycle it and protect the environment by
dropping it off in the municipal receptacles provided for this purpose.

Your appliance also contains a great amount of recyclable material. It is marked with this
label to indicate that in countries that are a members of the European Union the used
appliances should not be mixed with other waste. This way, the appliance recycling orga­nised by your manufacturer will be done under the best possible conditions, in compliance

with European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
Contact your town hall or your retailer for the used appliance collection points closest to your
home.

We thank you for doing your part to protect the environment.

— Spin your textiles at high speeds ; the residual dampness will be low, as will your energy
consumption. Even synthetic textiles must be spun before drying.
— Place the maximum load in your machine ; this will optimize the energy used. When doing so,
comply with the indications on volume provided in this instruction manual.
— The drying time and the energy consumption are both increased by a high ambient temperature
and too small a room.
— Clean the filter after each drying cycle.
— Clean the condenser twice a month.
— Swich off your tumble dryer at the cycle ends.

• GENERAL PRESENTATION OF THE TUMBLE DRYER

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2 / DESCRIPTION OF YOUR APPLIANCE

Important :

The “Steam” tank must be filled only with demineralised water or
with water from the recovery tank provided that it has been filtered
using the filter provided for this purpose on the steam tank inlet.

“Steam” tank

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2 / DESCRIPTION OF YOUR APPLIANCE

Fig. 01

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Control panel

Condenser tank

Condenser grill

Filter

Rating plate

(Reference for After-Sales)

Adjustable feet

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• THE “STEAM” TANK

• COMBINED WASHER/DRYER INSTALLATION

• BUILT-IN INSTALLATION

• LEVELLING

• THE APPLIANCE’S SURROUNDINGS

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3 / INSTALLING YOUR TUMBLE DRYER

• BEFORE USING THE STEAM PROGRAM FOR THE FIRST TIME

Important :

The Steam tank is empty when your appliance is delivered. Before using the Steam pro-

gram for the first time, fill the tank with demineralised water or with water from the recovery tank

(see how to proceed in the "EVERYDAY MAINTENANCE" chapter).

The steam tank is empty when your appliance is delivered.

Important :

If you are fitting the appliance underneath a worktop, you must either keep the original
laminated top, or replace it with a slimmer version using a kit available for this purpose from your
dealer. For safety reasons, the appliance must never be operated without a top.

An adaptation kit is available from your dealer. This is used to mount your tumble dryer above your
washing machine.

Important :

Check with your dealer that the kit is compatible with your washing machine. For safety rea­sons, fitting must be performed by a qualified professional.

3 / INSTALLING YOUR TUMBLE DRYER

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Fig. 03

Important :

We strongly advise against :

— Installing your appliance on a carpeted floor.
If you cannot avoid this, take all possible mea­sures not to obstruct the circulation of air at
its base.
— Installing your dryer in a location where it
can be subject to being splashed with water.
— Installing your dryer in a small closed room
(if this is the case, open the door or the win­dow during drying).
— Installing your dryer in a poorly ventilated
room. The temperature in the room must
remain below 30°C during drying.

Advice :

Your tumble dryer releases heat. If you place it next to another appliance or a unit, we

advise you always to leave a space in-between for air circulation (Fig. 03).

Important :

Use a level to check that the appliance

is horizontal :

Your dryer is fitted with 4 adjustable feet

(Fig.04).

To adjust the stability and levelness :
— Tip it slightly backwards.
— Screw one or more of the feet in or out using
a spanner or a screwdriver to adjust their
height to suit the shape of the floor

(Fig.04).

— Set your dryer back on its feet and check
that it is stable.

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1 cm mini

• LOADING LAUNDRY INTO THE DRUM

• CHECKING THE CONDITION OF YOUR LAUNDRY

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4 / PREPARING YOUR ITEMS

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— Always adhere to the manufacturer's ins­tructions when using softening products.

Advice :

If, before you insert your clothes in the
tumble dryer, you notice any stains, even
after washing, do not dry the items concer­ned. As a general rule, stains that have been
ironed or tumble-dried can no longer be
removed.
Please refer to the instructions for treating
stubborn stains provided in most washing
machine instruction manuals and, in particu­lar, wash the stained items again.

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Preparing your laundry :

— Close all zippers and snap buttons.
— Remove any loose buttons, pins or hook fas­teners.
— Knot any belts, apron strings, etc...
— Empty pockets, especially lighters and mat­ches.

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Special notes on steam programs :

— Sort the laundry by fabric type
— Do not mix new coloured fabrics with white
fabrics.

Important :
Do not tumble-dry the following

articles :

— Clothing including rubber like materials (for
example: shower caps, waterproof clothing
and textiles, linings, pillows etc.)
— Chlorofibres (Thermolactyl* for example)
*Registered trademark
— Items containing underwiring that could
become detached
— Bulky items (duvets, eiderdowns, etc...)
— Laundry that has not been spun
— Laundry cleaned with inflammable chemi­cals.

Important :

Check the labels on your laundry

Normal
drying

Gentle
drying

Do not tumble dry

— Open the door by pushing (press where the
label is)

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— Check that the filter is in its housing .
— Insert washed and spun clothes loosely in
the drum

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— Take care not to let any fabrics get caught in
the door.
— Close the door.

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Recommended loads :

The maximum capacity of the dryer is 8 kg.
— To reduce creasing and optimize drying
times, we recommend you do not overload the
machine.
— To optimise the performance of the wrinkle­removing cycles, we recommend that you limit
the quantity of laundry at 2 kg.

3 / INSTALLING YOUR TUMBLE DRYER

• ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Danger :

To make the electrical connection to your appliance :
— Do not use an extension, an adapter, a multiple socket or a programmable timer.
— The plug must be easily accessible but be out of children’s reach.
— If there's any doubt about the condition of your installation, contact your installer or a qualified
Brandt-approved professional.
— Never eliminate the electrical Earthing system.

The electrical installation must comply with the prevailing standards and the Electricity Board’s
regulations in the country concerned, particularly regarding Earthing and installation in shower
rooms.

We cannot be held responsible for any incident caused by poor electrical installation.

• REPLACING THE ELECTRIC POWER CABLE

Important :

To ensure your safety, this must be carried out by the manufacturer's after-sales service

team or a qualified professional.

Advice :

In order to easily find your appliance’s reference numbers in the future, we recommend

that you note them down on the “After-Sales Service and Consumer Relations” page (this page
also explains where to find these on your appliance).

Your appliance complies with European Directives 2006/95/EEC (Low Voltage Directive) and
2004/108/EEC (Electromagnetic Compatibility).

• DRYING PROGRAMS

• PRESENTATION OF THE CONTROL PANEL

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• Adding or removing an item during
drying :

— Press “Start/Pause” to interrupt drying
and open the door.
— Insert or remove the item or items and close
the door.
— Press the “Start/Pause” button to resume
drying.

Advice :

To ensure the effectiveness of the
Steam programs, you are discouraged from
interrupting these programs mid-cycle.

• Altering programming or drying
during operation :

If you have entered the wrong program, you
can change your selection during the cycle.
— Press “Start/Pause” to interrupt drying.
— Select another program using the program
dial.
— Press the “Start/Pause” button to
resume drying.

• Cooling cycle :

All programs finish with a cooling cycle that
lasts for a few minutes to allow the washing to
cool gradually.

Important :

Do not stop your dryer before this cycle

has finished.

• End of program and appliance
stop :

At the end of program, the display shows
“0:00”. The “Filter” and “Tank Full” lights flash
alternately to remind you that you must clean
the filter and empty the water collection tank
after every drying cycle:
— Press the “On/Off” button .
— Empty your dryer.
— Clean the filter and empty the water collec­tion tank (see the “REGULAR MAINTE­NANCE” section).

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Advice :

Consult the Programs table on the next page to determine the program needed for the type
of items.

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Programs dial
Tumbling
Buzzer
Additional drying

Delayed start “-”
Delayed start “+”
Start/Pause
On/Off

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Your appliance has two functions :

- a drying function that includes 8 programs

- a steam treatment function that includes 3 programs

Your appliance is equipped with an automatic dryness detection system. The appliance will stop
when the chosen level of dryness has been achieved (see the program chart on the following
pages).

• Starting the appliance :

Check that the power cable is plugged in. The appliance will not start unless the door is properly
closed.
— Press the “On/Off” button .
— Select your program (see the table “Your dryer’s programs” on the following pages) by turning
the Programs dial (it turns in both directions). The indicator light shows you the program you have
selected.
— Press “Start/Pause” and the program will start. (The “In use” indicator lights up).

• Time remaining :

The time displayed at the start of a cycle corresponds to a full load. It is provided for informatio­nal purposes. The actual time adjusts during the cycle based on the load of laundry.

When the cycle begins, the "Time remaining" symbol flashes. This symbol turns to a steady
light when the remaining time has been calculated.

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Pause - Drying - Cooling down - End of program

Program progress :

Time remaining

Program stop

Time remaining

End of program

The “Filter” and “Tank Full” lights flash

Cooling cycle

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Cotton

Extra Dry

Dry

STEAM POWER

Iron Dry

Mixed

Dry

Iron Dry

Synthetics

Delicates

8 Kg

Air Woollens

Cotton

Mixed

STEAM

Steam Tank

Tank Full

Filter

Pause Stop

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Delayed Start

Start / Pause On / Off

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Pause Stop

Steam Tank

Tank Full

Filter

Additional DryingBuzzerAnti-crease

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Delayed Start

Steam Tank

Tank Full

Filter

Steam Tank

Tank Full

Filter

Steam Tank

Tank Full

Filter

Additional DryingBuzzerAnti-crease

Additional DryingBuzzerAnti-crease

Additional DryingBuzzerAnti-crease

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Delayed Start

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Delayed Start

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• Steam refresh :

Thanks to the steam action, this program
allows you to eliminate odours from laundry
that has been put away in a closet.
This program lasts 20 minutes.
— Choose your program using the Programs
dial . The indicator lights up, displaying
your choice.
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Validate by pressing the "Start/Pause" .

• End of program and automatic
tumbling at the end of the "Steam
Program" cycle :

At the end of the Steam programs and during
the tumbling phase, the display indicates
“End”.

Tumbling is activated as soon as the selected
program is completed. During the tumbling
phase, the drum rotates constantly to prevent
the laundry from settling and wrinkling.
This phase lasts 30 minutes.
During the tumbling phase, you can remove
the laundry from the drum after pressing the
“Start/Pause” button. This action termina­tes the tumbling phase and makes it possible
to empty the drum with the light on.
The “Filter” and “Full tank” indicator lights
blink alternately to remind you to clean the fil­ter and empty the water recovery tank after
each cycle.

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Remarks :

During the tumbling phase, if you have selected the "Buzzer" option, it will sound every

minute.

Advice :

To optimise the effectiveness of the steam programs, we advise you to :
— Remove the entire load, one item at a time, as soon as the program ends or during the tum­bling phase
— Place the clothing on hangers
— Promptly iron the garments, if necessary

Remarks :

It is normal for the garments to be slightly damp at the end of the Steam programs. This is
to make ironing easier. Similarly, with small loads of laundry, it is possible to have damp spots
after a steam program.

5 / PROGRAMMING

• Cotton program :

Thanks to the combined action of steam and
laundry tumbling, this program allows you to
rid "Cotton"-type textiles of wrinkles to facili­tate their ironing.
This program lasts 18 minutes.
— Choose your program using the Programs
dial . The indicator lights up, displaying
your choice.
— Validate by pressing the "Start/Pause" .

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• Mixed program :

Thanks to the combined action of steam, tum­bling and laundry preheating, this program
allows you to rid "Mixed"-type textiles (polyes­ter, synthetics, etc.) of wrinkles to facilitate
their ironing.
This program lasts 20 minutes.
— Choose your program using the the
Programs dial . The indicator lights up, dis­playing your choice.
— Validate by pressing the "Start/Pause" .

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• “STEAM” PROGRAMS

Your appliance is equipped with 3 “STEAM” programs :

- Cotton

- Mixed

- Refresh -

Thanks to their steam action, the "Cotton" and "Mixed" programs allow you to gently remove wrin­kles from your laundry and soften creases, whether the fabric was air dried or put through the
dryer.

As a result, your ironing becomes faster and easier and some items can even be put away
without ironing.

The “Steam refresh” program lets you "air" and freshen laundry that has been shut away in a clo­set.

Important :

These programs can only be used for laundry that is already dry, just before ironing. We

recommend that you do not exceed the recommended load (see chart on following pages).

Important :

The steam programs should not be used with the following textiles: knitted wool; leather;
clothing with metal, wood or plastic notions; clothing made from metal that may rust; oilskin or
other similarly coated garments.

Important :

The Steam tank is empty when your appliance is delivered. Before using the Steam pro­gram for the first time, fill the tank with demineralised water or with water from the recovery tank

(see how to proceed in the "EVERYDAY MAINTENANCE" chapter).

Important :

Before starting a Steam program ensure that :
— The amount of water contained in the tank is above the "Min." level
— The drying filter has been cleaned

End of program

The “Filter” and “Full tank” indicator lights
blink

STEAM

Cotton

Mixed

Delayed Start

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Filter

Tank Full

Steam Tank

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Cotton

Mixed

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Programs Type of laundry Drying results

COTTON

Extra Dry

Cotton Dry

Dry

Cotton Dry

Iron Dry

Cotton Damp

MIXED

Dry

Regular laundry Dry

Iron Dry

Regular laundry Slightly damp

Other drying programs

Synthetics

Synthetic Dry

Delicates

Synthetic, Delicates Dry

Air wollens

Wollens Dry

• Drying programs :

• YOUR DRYER’S PROGRAMS

• Steam programs :

RECOMMENDED PROGRAMS FOR TESTS TO EN 61121 - DIRECTIVE 95/13/EEC

Load I ”Dry cotton ..... 8 kg .... select “Cotton” - Dry

Load II ”Ready to iron Cotton” ..... 8 kg .... select “Cotton” - Iron Dry

Load III ”Easy maintenance textiles ..... 4 kg ... select “Synthetics”

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• During the cycle :

1 - Tank full :

Your tank is full during the drying cycle.
The appliance stops during the program.
The “Tank Full” turns on, the time remaining
flashes.
— Proceed to empty your water collection tank
(see the “REGULAR MAINTENANCE” sec­tion).
— Press “Start/Pause” to restart your pro­gram.

2 - Tank empty :

Your “Steam tank” becomes empty during a
steam wrinkle rid cycle.
The appliance stops during the program.
The "Steam Tank" and “Pause” indicators
lights up, an exclamation mark symbol is dis­played on the screen, and the time remaining
flashes.
— Proceed to fill up your “Steam tank” (see the
“REGULAR MAINTENANCE” section).
— Press “Start/Pause” to restart your pro­gram.

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Important :

Only fill the Steam tank with distilled water or fully demineralised water. Do not use tap
water or water containing any additives. The water from the recovery tank can also be used pro­vided that it has been filtered using the filter provided for this purpose on the steam tank inlet.

Program stop

The”Tank Full” light illuminates.

Program stop

The "Steam Tank" and “Pause” indicators
lights up, an exclamation mark symbol is dis­played.

Programs Load type

Maximum

weight

Duration

(min)

consumption

water (litry) energy (kWh)

Cotton

Cotton shirts 10 items 18 0,4 0,20

Cotton home linens 2 kg 18 0,4 0,20

Mixed

Synthetic shirts 10 items 20 0,4 0,35

Synthetic home linens 2 kg 20 0,4 0,35

Refresh -

Cotton

Cotton or synthetic 2 kg 20 0,1 0,06

Delayed Start

Additional DryingBuzzerAnti-crease

Filter

Tank Full

Steam Tank

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Delayed Start

Additional DryingBuzzerAnti-crease

Filter

Tank Full

Steam Tank

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• “Additional Drying” option :

This option is not available for Steam pro­grams

This function enables you to add drying time
at the end of a program in units of 10 minutes
by successively pressing the “Additional
Drying” button .
— Press the “Start/Pause” button. The additio­nal drying time is added at the end of the
selected program.

• “ MEMO ACTIV’ ” function :

Your dryer remembers the programs that you
use most often.
After a few drying cycles, the program displayed
when you switch on your machine is the one
that you have used most often.

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— Confirm by pressing the“Start/Pause” but­ton .
Once the time delay has expired, the pro­gram starts. The screen tells you the time
remaining, which becomes more precise as
the drying cycle progresses.

• “Anti-crease” option :

The “Anti-crease” function fluffs the textiles
every 10 minutes for up to 24 hours, until the
door is opened or the machine is turned off.
It begins as soon as the drying finishes and
prevents the clothes from settling in the
machine. To select this function, press the
“Anti-crease” button. An indicator lights up
to show that this option has been activated.

• “Buzzer” option :

— Press the

““BBuuzzzzeerr””

button . At the end of
drying, three beeps will sound every 10 minu­tes for one hour until the door is opened or
the appliance is stopped. The indicator light
corresponding to this option lights up at the
bottom of the screen, indicating that the buz­zer is activated.

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Remarks :

The “Anti-crease” and "Buzzer" options remains selected from one program to the next. You

can simply press the button to deactivate thes options, even during a program

• THE OPTIONS

• Delaying a program’s start :

This option is not available for Steam pro­grams

— Select your program using the Program dial

. The indicator light shows you the program

you have selected.
— Press the ”Delayed Start +” button to
delay the start of your program thirty minutes
at a time until you reach the desired delay
time (max 23 ½ hours). To decrease the diffe­red starting time, press the “Delayed Start -”
button .

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Time remaining until drying cycle begins

Delayed start

“Buzzer” option

“Anti-crease” option

Important :

A power failure cancels the current program. In this case, therefore, you have to reset all

the programming operations.

Advice :

As a safety measure, you are advised to unplug the power cable when you are not using

the appliance.

• THE OPTIONS (continued)

Steam Tank

Tank Full

Filter

Additional DryingBuzzerAnti-crease

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Delayed Start

Steam Tank

Tank Full

Filter

Additional DryingBuzzerAnti-crease

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Delayed Start

Steam Tank

Tank Full

Filter

Additional DryingBuzzerAnti-crease

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Delayed Start

Steam Tank

Tank Full

Filter

Additional DryingBuzzerAnti-crease

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Delayed Start

• FILLING THE STEAM TANK

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• CLEANING THE STEAM TANK

Advice :

If you have not used the Steam pro­gram for several months, we recommend
that you replace the water contained in the
tank.

To clean the inside of the tank, you should
completely remove it from its housing.The
tank lock is located inside the door

(Fig. 11).

To clean the tank, proceed as follows :
— Press on the tank to open it.
— Use the side of a coin to unlock the tank

(Fig.

12).

— Remove it from its housing by pulling it from
bottom to top

(Fig. 13).

— Simultaneously push on both sides of the
upper part of the tank and unclip the cover

(Fig. 14).

— Clean the inside of the tank, as well as the
filter, which can be immersed in water

(Fig.

15).

— Clip the cover back onto the tank.
— Return the tank to its housing, seating the
lower part first.
— Press on the upper part of the tank to re­seat it in its housing.

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Important :

We remind you that the tank must be fil­led before the "Steam" program is used for
the first time.

Important :

Only fill the Steam tank with distilled
water or fully demineralised water. Do not
use tap water or water containing any additi­ves. The water from the recovery tank can
also be used provided that it has been filte­red using the filter provided for this purpose
on the steam tank inlet.

To fill the tank, proceed as follows :
— Press on the upper part of the tank to free it
from its housing

(Fig. 06).

— Fill the tank

(Fig. 07)

.
— Press on the upper part of the tank to re­seat it in its housing.

You can also use the water from the recovery
tank :
— Remove the water recovery tank

(see fig. 20

on the next page).

— Extract the channelling tube from the water
recovery tank

(Fig. 08).

— Fill the tank

(Fig. 09).

— Press on the upper part of the tank to re­seat it in its housing.

Important :

If you use water from the recovery
tank, regularly clean the tank filter by pulling
pills away with your fingers (Fig. 10).

Fig. 06

Fig. 07

Fig. 10

The 1.2 litre steam tank contains enough water to last approximately three cycles.

It is equipped with a filter that recovers the impurities found in the water. Properly filtered water is

necessary for smooth functioning of the steam generator.

Fig. 08

Fig. 09

• EMPTYING THE CONDENSER TANK

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6 / REGULAR MAINTENANCE

Fig. 24

Fig. 22

Fig. 23

To avoid having to empty the collection tank
every time you use the appliance, you have a
kit (*) for removing the water from the conden­ser directly into the drain (hose and deflector).
To fit this :
— Take off the existing pipe and push it inside
the appliance

(Fig. 22).

— Clip the deflector with the top of the pump

(Fig. 23).

— Connect the hose from the kit to the end
connector on the appliance

(Fig. 24).

You can connect the other end of the hose
either :

- To a ventilated trap

(Fig. 25)

.

- Or a sink trap

(Fig. 26).

When connecting to a trap, you must remove
the filler plug. Then press home the rubber tip.
If necessary, add a clamp connection

(Fig. 26)

.

Important :

The deflector must necessarily be posi­tioned before the drain hose connection to
avoid any water splashes when taking off the
hose.

Remarks :

Directly emptying the condenser water
into the sewage system will prevent the
reuse of the recovery water for steam pro­grams.

Fig. 26

Fig. 25

• DIRECT EVACUATION OF WATER CONDENSER

Remarks :

(*) This kit is provided

with the appliance or is available near
your After-sales service under the ref.
57X3184 (according to model).

Deflector

Hose

Insert

6 / REGULAR MAINTENANCE

Important :

The dryer must not operate without the

filter.

Important :

Please remember that the filter must

be cleaned after every drying or steam cycle.

This is located in the lower part of your dryer.
Clean it as follows :
— Remove it from its housing by pulling it
upwards

(Fig. 16).

— Open the filter

(Fig. 17).

— Clean it by removing the thin coating of lint
covering it

(Fig. 18).

Ensure that there is no lint accumulating
round the dryer.

Important :

Do not wash filter with water. (Fig. 19)

..

— Re-insert it in its housing, pushing it well in.

Fig. 16

Fig. 17

Fig. 18

Fig. 19

This is located at the top of your appliance. It
collects the water extracted from your items
as they are dried.
— To empty it, release it from its housing by
pulling it towards you

(Fig. 20)

.
— Empty the tank or recover the condensation
container

(Fig. 21)

..

Important :

The condenser tank must be emptied

after each drying cycle.

Important :

Risk of frost : if there is a risk of frost,

empty the condenser tank.

Fig. 20

Important :

Empty the condenser tank if you wish to move or tilt your appliance.

Advice :

You can store the recovery tank water in a separate container. You can later use this water

to fill the “Steam” tank.

Fig. 21

• CLEANING THE FILTER

Tuyau

Encart

Déflecteur

90 cm maxi

• CLEANING THE APPLIANCE

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6 / REGULAR MAINTENANCE

Fig. 31

• CHANGING THE BULB

You can replace the light bulb (type E14­15W/230V) yourself

(Fig. 31)

.

Important :

Unplug the power cord before chan-

ging the bulb.

To do this :
— Unscrew the glass cover located to the left
inside the appliance.
— Unscrew the extinguished bulb and replace it.
— Screw on the glass cover tightly.

Important :

The bulb must be replaced when the

appliance is cooled down.

6 / REGULAR MAINTENANCE

Fig. 27

Fig. 28

Fig. 29

Fig. 30

Important :

The condenser must be cleaned twice

a month.

Important :

Unplug the power cable from the

socket before cleaning the condenser.

— Open the grill at the front of the appliance.
— Release the condenser

(Fig. 27)

.

— Remove it carefully

(Fig. 28)

.
— Remove any lint from the condenser.
— Clean it with water only under the tap

(Fig.

29)

.
— After cleaning, ensure that none of the tubes
are “blocked” and that the fins are clean.
— Rub it superficially.
— Re-insert the condenser and lock it in place.
Close the grill.

Important :

When refitting the condenser, ensure
that it is pushed in firmly right to the back of
its housing when locking it in.

• CLEANING THE CONDENSER

Advice :

To clean the control panel, the access

to the drum and the casing, use only a
sponge or a damp cloth and some soapy
water.

— Ensure that there is no fluff accumulating
round the dryer.

— Clean the door seal with a damp cloth.
— Clean the filter housing with your vacuum
cleaner once a year.

You should

nnoott uussee,,

under any circumstances

(Fig. 30)

:
— Abrasive powders
— Metal or plastic sponges
— Alcohol-based products (alcohol, thinners,
etc.)

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• CLEANING THE CONDENSER HOUSING

• CLEANING THE FILTER HOUSING

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7 / PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

Fig. 32

Fig. 33

Fig. 34

To clean the filter housing, proceed as fol­lows:
— Remove the filter from its housing (see
“Cleaning the filter” paragraph, previous
pages)
— Use a Hoover to remove all pills and lint

(Fig.

32).

— Return the filter to its housing, pushing it
firmly into place.

To optimise the performance of your dryer, we recommend that you carry out the following clea­ning actions once or twice each year :

To clean the condenser housing, proceed as
follows :
— Remove the condenser from its housing
(see “Cleaning the condenser” paragraph,
previous pages).
— Use a Hoover to remove all the pills and lint
from the sides of the cavity

(Fig. 33 & Fig. 34).

— Return the condenser to its housing,
locking it into place, and clip the grill back on.

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8 / TROUBLESHOOTING

Fault : Check whether :

The items are unevenly dried :

- The types of laundry in the load are too different (e.g.
sheets together with jeans)

- The laundry has been laid correctly ‘unfolded’ in the
dryer

- The drum is not overloaded.

The synthetic items are loaded with
static electricity :

- The laundry has been dried too much

- You have used softener during washing. By using this
product, you can reduce most of the problems with
static electricity.

The “Tank Full” indicator light is lit :

- The condenser tank is full : once you have emptied it,
re-insert it correctly, pushing it completely into its
housing

The “Tank Full” indicator light illumi­nates although the tank is empty :

- The container has been properly inserted : push it in
completely.

- The condenser is tightly locked on the two sides.

The "Empty tank" indicator is lit up :

- The steam tank is empty : after emptying it, put it
back into position, pressing it firmly into the housing.
The program picks up where it had stopped.

The laundry will be slightly damp
after a steam cycle :

- You have used a steam programme : in this case, it is
completely normal, and it will make ironing easier.

8 / TROUBLESHOOTING

Fault : Check whether :

The dryer does not start :

- The plug is in the socket

- The On/Off button is pressed in

- The door is properly closed

- The condenser is correctly locked in place.

The drying times are too long :

- The filter in the drum is clogged with lint.

- The condenser is not clogged.

- The filter and condenser housings are not clogged or
soiled.

- The laundry has been spun enough beforehand
(500rpm minimum, but spinning at 850rpm provides
shorter drying times).

- The room temperature is not too high, particularly if
the room is small : if necessary, open the door or win­dow.

- The air inlets and outlets are unobstructed enough to
ensure correct air circulation.

- The selected drying program does indeed correspond
to the type of laundry in the drum.

The laundry is too damp :

- The filter in the drum is clogged with lint

- The type of drying has been selected correctly (too
low) : switch to the next program up or increase the
drying time.

- The condenser is not blocked by lint.

The laundry is too dry, too creased :

- The selected drying program does indeed correspond
to the type of laundry in the drum.

Advice :

Some incidents may arise when you are using your dryer. Here are the points you should

check, before contacting the After sales service.

8 / TROUBLESHOOTING

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9 / AFTER-SALES SERVICE

Fig. 35

Any work on your appliance must be perfor­med by a Brandt-approved qualified professio­nal. When you call, mention your appliance’s
full reference (model, type, serial number).
These details are shown on the manufacturer’s
information plate

(Fig. 35).

ORIGINAL PARTS

During any maintenance work, ask that only
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