Creda HBTCR13 Instruction Book

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Condensing
Tumble Dryer
Instruction Book
You must read these instructions prior to using the appliance
and retain them for future reference.
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Safety Advice 3-4 Electrical Requirements 5 Features - Get to know the main parts of your Dryer 6 Where to put and vent your Dryer 7 How to use your Dryer 8 The Controls 9-12 Sorting your laundry 13 Wash Care Labels 14 Items requiring special attention 15 Emptying your Water Container 16 Easy Care programme 17 Guide to Drying Times 18 Caring for your dryer 19 If something goes wrong 21
Contents
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Retention of this Instruction Book
This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the safe and proper use of the appliance.
If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else, or move house and leave it behind, make sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety warnings.
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For your safety
NEVER Allow children to play with or otherwise interfere with the dryer. NEVER Allow the air inlet at the front of the dryer or the air outlet at the back
to be obstructed.
NEVER Switch the machine off leaving a hot load in the drum. NEVER Tumble dry without the Filter, Water Container or Condenser in
position.
NEVER Exceed the maximum load capacity recommended or place
dripping wet items in the drum.
NEVER Allow lint to collect around the dryer. NEVER Add liquid fabric conditioner to the dryer, use liquid conditioner in the
final rinse of your wash.
NEVER Use the dryer for commercial drying, the dryer is only suitable for
domestic use.
NEVER Dry Acrylics or synthetics on the high heat setting. NEVER Tumble articles that have NOT been well washed in water and
detergent then well rinsed and spun.
NEVER Dry articles that are contaminated with flammable substances such
as: petrol, oil, paint, hair lacquer, creams, cooking fat or oil.
NEVER Tumble dry: rubber, foam rubber, plastic, plastic foam, nappy pants
or liners, polythene or paper. Any dry cleaned garments. Large, very bulky items including duvets and sleeping bags.
NEVER Attempt to stand on top of your dryer, it is not designed for
such use and you could injure yourself or damage the dryer by such abuse.
NEVER Switch electricity On or Off with wet hands.
IMPORTANT
Using your Tumble Dryer is easy.
Nevertheless, for your own safety and to get the best results it is important to know your Dryer by reading right through this handbook before using your dryer for the first time.
A CHILD COULD CLIMB INTO OR TAMPER WITH AN UNATTENDED TUMBLE DRYER. WHEN THE MACHINE IS NOT IN USE SWITCH OFF, REMOVE THE PLUG AND CLOSE THE DOOR.
IMPORTANT
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For your safety
ALWAYS Empty the Water Container after EACH drying cycle. ALWAYS Finish every programme with the cool tumble cycle provided on
the control.
ALWAYS Clean the filter, it is essential that the filter is kept clear of fluff
after EACH drying cycle.
ALWAYS Ensure Condenser is free of fluff, regular cleaning is recommended. ALWAYS When the dryer is not in use, switch off, remove plug and close the
door.
ALWAYS Comply with the specified electrical requirements. ALWAYS Ensure that your dryer is installed correctly and has adequate
ventilation. (see, "Where to put your dryer.")
ALWAYS Observe the rules for drying garments:
In particular woollen articles should not be dried in a tumble dryer unless they are labelled ‘Superwash’,
‘Machine washable’ or have the ‘May be tumble dried’ symbol: If in any doubt do not dry wool in the machine. Unlike other materials, the mechanism of wool shrinkage is irreversible, i.e. it will not stretch back to the original size and shape.
ALWAYS Buy genuine accessories and spares.
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Electrical Requirements
Supply
Changing the fuse
Moulded plug
Changing the plug
Rewirable plug
Changing the mains cable
WARNING: This appliance must be earthed!
REFER TO THE RATING PLATE FOR VOLTAGE AND CURRENT REQUIREMENTS. (see diagram for location.)
The flexible mains lead is supplied fitted with a BS1363 plug and with a 13 amp BS1362 fuse. The plug should be connected to the mains supply via a suitable switched socket which is accessible after installing your dryer.
If it is necessary to fit a replacement fuse, it must be a 13 amp ASTA approved to BS1362 type.
If a replacement fuse holder/cover is required, it must be of the same colour coding or wording as shown on the base of the plug. Replacements are available from your Spares stockist.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following: GREEN/YELLOW - EARTH BLUE - NEUTRAL BROWN - LIVE
If a replacement plug is to be fitted, the appropriate wire must be connected to the correct terminal, the following gives some examples. Connect: Green/Yellow to terminal marked Earth or Green or Blue to terminal marked Neutral or N or Black Brown to terminal marked Live or L or Red. if the plug being replaced is a non-rewirable type then the cut-off plug must be disposed of safely. DO NOT leave where it can be inserted into a socket and create a shock hazard.
Should the mains lead ever require replacing at any time please contact your nearest Service Centre. A charge will be made for the replacement of the mains lead or if you require a longer lead.
The mains lead must only be replaced by a specially prepared cable obtainable from your Spares Stockist and fitted by a qualified electrician.
WARNING: The plug must not be used without a fuse cover.
NOTE: IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OF THE ABOVE CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
GREEN &
YELLOW TO
EARTH
13 AMP
FUSE
BROWN TO LIVE
CORD
CLAMP
BLUE TO
NEUTRAL
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Features - Get to know the main parts of your dryer
Push here to
open door
NOTE: If your dryer is new wipe out the inside of the drum before you first use it to remove any dust which may have accumulated during transit.
Air intake
grille
Plinth Moulding
(Not fitted to all models)
Serial & Model
numbers
Rating Plate
Fluff filter
CLEAN AFTER
EACH LOAD
Door
catch
Condenser
(Keep clear of fluff)
Clean periodically
Door latch
see "The Controls"
Water Container
(Empty after Each Load)
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Your Tumble Dryer should NOT be located adjacent to a gas hob, cooker, heater or eye level grill as flames from the burners could cause damage to your dryer.
When the dryer is fitted under a work surface, allow space for air to exit the rear grille, a 15mm gap each side of the dryer is recommended. This airflow is essential to condense the water produced drying the washing.
If you are using this dryer adjacent or stacked on top of a wash­ing machine SEPARATE mains plugs and sockets must be used for each appliance.
DO NOT use 2-way adaptors or extension leads.
Both your tumble dryer and front loading washing machine are similar in design allowing the tumble dryer to be permanently stacked on top saving you valuable floor space. A special stacking kit complete with instructions is available from your retailer or nearest Spares Centre.
IMPORTANT Only use genuine stacking kits. When ordering you must state the model numbers of both your Washing Machine and your Tumble Dryer. Unsuitable kits may result in a potential hazard and will invalidate your warranty rights.
Stack it on your Washing Machine
Where to put your dryer
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How to use your dryer
1. Plug in, switch on electricity.
2. Sort your laundry (see section “Sorting
Your Laundry”)
3. Open the door by pressing and releasing the front panel in the position shown.
4. Always check the following:
5. Load the dryer placing the clothes carefully in the drum pushing them well towards the back and away from the door seal. Close the door.
6. Select the rele­vant heat setting (see section “The Controls”)
7. Select the required programme or drying time. (see section “The Controls”)
8. Press the START switch to commence the dry­ing programme.
9. When finished open the door and take out the laun­dry. Clean and replace the fluff fil­ter, and empty the water container.
10.Switch off elec­tricity and remove plug from socket.
WARNING: WHEN SWITCHING ON OR OFF, PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR HANDS ARE DRY
WARNING: WHEN SWITCHING ON OR OFF, PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR HANDS ARE DRY
FLUFF FILTER
is clean and in place
WATER CONTAINER
is empty and in place
CONDENSER
is clean and in place
The ‘Cool Tumble’ phase
About 10 minutes before the programme is completed, the heating elements will be switched off and the programme enters the final ‘Cool Tumble’ phase. During this phase the fabric is cooled. You should always allow the dryer to complete this phase. By opening the door you can check the dryness of the load as often as you wish and if you want to remove some items before they are fully dry. (This is particularly useful for a mixed load where you want to iron some items, but others are to be fully dried.) You will need
to press the start button after closing the door to re-start the programme. See section ‘The Controls’.
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The Controls - All Models
Selecting the required Heat Switch Setting
Starting the Dryer
Empty Water Light
The ‘Cool Tumble’ phase
Audio Signal (Buzzer)
To select high heat (Cottons), the heat selection switch must be In. To select Low heat (Acrylics and Synthetics), the heat selection switch must be Out, a blue indicator will be visible on the top of the switch. See section “Guide to Drying Times”.
Press and release the START Drying button to commence a drying programme (or delayed start programme on Excel models). The door must have been securely closed first. After releasing the start button, it will return to its original position.
This light will glow when the water container is full. You should not wait for this light to glow before emptying the container, but empty it after each load (See section “Emptying the Water Container”). NOTE: If the light glows during a programme you must stop the dryer and empty the water container. If this is not done the timer will advance to the Cool Tumble phase without drying the load. The light will take approximately 10 seconds to go out after replacing the empty container.
About 10 minutes before the programme is completed, the heating elements will be switched off and the programme enters the final ‘Cool Tumble’ phase. During this period, the fabric is cooled. You should always allow the dryer to complete this phase. By opening the door you can check the dryness of the load as often as you wish, and if you want to remove some items before they are fully dry. (This is particularly useful for a mixed load, where you want to iron some items but others are to be fully dried). You will need to
press the start button after closing the door to restart the programme. See section “The Controls”.
After completion of the ‘Cool Tumble” phase, a buzzer (if selected) will indicate that the programme has finished. To silence the alarm, open the door or press the Audio Signal button. This option is cancelled with the Audio Signal button IN and selected with the button OUT.
NOTE: If the door is opened during a programme, the dryer will automatically stop. To continue the programme after closing the door, the START button must be pressed again.
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The Controls - Advance and First Choice Models
Setting the timer
Easy Care cycle
Filter Care light (selected models only)
Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Audio Switch Start button
Filter Care Light (selected models) Empty water light Indicator
Turn the timer clockwise to select the required drying time. The drying time for both heat settings is controlled by the timer. All you have to do is turn the timer control clockwise until the required time appears in line with the indicator. If you have selected more time than you require turn the knob to select the correct time required. The “Guide to Drying Times” section will tell you how much time you’ll need for various loads.
This is a short programme of approximately 10 minutes to condition previously dried clothes, see section “Easy Care Programme”. It consists of a period of heating followed by a short cool tumble period (as detailed below).
Select high heat for this programme. It should not be used on damp loads as it is NOT a drying programme.
Whenever the door is opened and there is power supplied to the dryer, the light marked ‘Filter Care’ will glow. This light advises the user to check the filter is clear of fluff. It does not necessarily mean that the filter is blocked or that there is anything wrong with the dryer. The light will go out when the door is closed.
THE START BUTTON MUST BE PRESSED TO START ALL PROGRAMMES.
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The Controls - Excel Models
Programme options
(i) Automatic Drying
Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Audio switch Start button
Turn the knob clockwise to select the required programme. To set the required programme all you have to do is turn the Timer Control clock-
wise until the required selection appears in line with the indicator. Never wind the timer control anti-clockwise.
1. Automatic drying
2. Automatic Drying with delayed start
3. Easy Care Cycle
4. Timed drying (20 minutes) for small loads.
5. Cool Tumble
The ECO drying programmes will automatically dry most loads to the dry condition. This eliminates the need to guess the drying times and saves energy. To select ECO drying turn the selector to position . The ECO drying light will glow to indicate that ECO drying programme is running. When the load is dry, the selector will automatically advance to the 8 minute cool tumble phase, and the light will go out.
Note:
Small loads (less than 1kg) must be dried using the timed drying programme
ECO Drying Light Empty Water Light Indicator
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THE START BUTTON MUST BE PRESSED TO START ALL PROGRAMMES INCLUDING A DELAYED START PROGRAMME.
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The Controls Excel Models (continued)
(ii) Delayed Start Automatic Drying
ECO Drying Light
(iii) Timed Drying
(iv) Easy Care Cycle
When using the time delay, select the number of delay hours you require before the drying programme is required to start. Select the delay period by rotating the timer knob in a clockwise direction, to the number of hours delay you require (maximum 8 hours). The dryer will start its programme when the time selected has elapsed. If you have selected more delay than you require turn the knob clockwise to select the correct time required. Never wind the
timer control anti-clockwise.
Note:
Ensure that the door is closed
and the start button has been
pressed after setting the required time delay period.
If you open the door after pressing the start button, i.e. to add
articles, remember to press the start button again.
Small loads (less than 1kg) must be dried using the timed
drying programme.
This light will glow when ECO drying is selected. It will stop glowing when the load is dry, the programme then advances to the ‘Cool Tumble’ phase.
A short programme of around 20 minutes is provided to dry small loads of less than 1kg. To select this programme, turn the timer control clockwise until the 20 appears in line with the indicator. Never wind the timer control anti-
clockwise.
About 5 minutes before the programme is completed, the heating elements are switched off and the programme enters the final ‘Cool Tumble’ phase.
This is a short programme of approximately 10 minutes to condition previously dried clothes. See section ‘Easy Care Programme’. It consists of a period of heating followed by a short cool tumble period (as detailed below).
Select high heat for this programme. It should not be used on damp loads, as it is NOT a drying programme.
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Sorting your laundry
1. Always separate laundry into the correct fabric groups before washing and drying.
2. See that all zips are closed, hooks and eyes are fastened and belt, strings etc. are tied loosely in bows, you will normally have done this for each item before the washing stage.
3. It is important to extract as much water as possible from each item before drying. This saves you time and money.
4. Make sure that the items to be dried are suitable for tumble drying, or are not of a type requiring ‘special attention’ (see“Wash Care Labels” section).
Your dryer will hold a load of 6kg (13lb) dry weight of natural fabrics. if you are drying items of man-made fibres (synthetic or acrylics), the maximum load should not exceed 3kg (6.6lb) dry weight. This difference is that man-made fibres require more space to tumble­dry without creasing.
To help you estimate how many items it takes to make up a drying load, the charts below show the approximate weights of some every­day washing items.
If you group small cotton or terry-towelling items with a synthetic fabric load they could be damp at the end of the drying cycle. If this happens simply give them an additional short period of drying to finish them off.
Maximum load size
Typical load
WARNING: CLOTHES SHOULD NEVER BE LOADED DRIPPING WET
WARNING: DO NOT OVERLOAD AS THIS COULD RESULT IN REDUCED DRYING PERFORMANCE AND A POSSIBLE FIRE HAZARD.
Clothes
Blouse Cotton 150g 5oz
Other 100g 3
1
/2oz
Dress Cotton 500g 1lb 2oz
Other 350g 12oz Jeans 700g 1lb 6oz 10 Nappies 1000g 2lb 3oz Shirt Cotton 300g 10
1
/2oz
Other 200g 7oz T-Shirt 125g 4
1
/2oz
Household Items
Duvet cover Cotton 1500g 3lb 5oz (Double)
Other 1000g 2lb 3oz Large Tablecloth 700g 1lb 6oz Small Tablecloth 250g 9oz Tea Towel 100g 3
1
/2oz
Bath Towel 700g 1lb 8oz Hand Towel 350g 12oz Double Sheet 500g 1lb 2oz Single Sheet 350g 12oz
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Wash Care Labels
Most of today’s fabrics can be tumble dried in your Dryer with no trouble at all, but there are certain fabric finishes which should be dried away from direct heat.
The majority of garments now have wash-care labels on them, giving full washing and drying instructions. These should always be followed carefully especially when you are drying something for the first time.
Typical symbols are:
May be tumble dried
Do not tumble dry
Or:
Tumble dry at high heat setting
Tumble dry at low heat setting
• Those containing foam rubber or rubber-like materials or plastic film (e.g. pillows, cushions, PVC rainwear), or any other articles which are inflammable or contain inflammable substances (e.g.
towels contaminated with hair lacquer
• Fibreglass (e.g. some types of curtains)
• Items which have been dry cleaned
• Woollens. Woollen items need as much care in drying as they do in washing. The movement of the tumble-drying action causes the
woollen fibre to shrink and distort.
• Garments with the ITCL Code
Do not tumble dry.
Large bulky items e.g. continental quilts, sleeping bags, pillows, cushions, double blankets and large bedspreads. These expand
when drying and would prevent airflow through the Dryer.
WARNING: THE DRYER IS INTENDED FOR USE ONLY WHERE WATER SOLUTION IS USED FOR THE CLEANING PROCESS. MISUSE OF A TUMBLE DRYER MAY CREATE A FIRE HAZARD.
Items not suitable for tumble drying
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Items requiring special attention
The drying requirements of blankets and bedspreads will, of course, vary tremendously according to size and weight. Some, however are simply too big. if you have difficulty getting them into the Dryer, the machine will have difficulty drying them properly. Blankets (and Garments) made from Acrylic fibres (e.g. Acilan, Courtelle, Orion and Dralon) must be dried with special care on Low heat setting. Overdrying should be avoided to ensure heat creasing does not occur. Woollen blankets can however be dried on the Full heat setting if required.
Your dryer will cope with such clothes very well, but you should always read the manufacturer’s drying instructions attached to the garment before you begin.
Starched articles should be dried together in the same load to avoid the distribution of starch to non-starched items. You should use a slightly heavier starch solution than you would when drying the items on the washing line. Make sure that as much of the solution is removed from the load as possible before placing it in the Dryer. Remove the items from the dryer as soon as they reach ironing dampness. If they are overdried the starch will powder, leaving the fabric limp - which rather defeats the purpose of the exercise!
To make sure all your tumble dried clothes come out really fresh and soft we recommend you use a liquid fabric conditioner in the final rinse of your wash. A liquid fabric conditioner restores bounce and softness and helps eliminate static cling.
Blankets and Bedspreads
Permanently pleated or creased garments
Starched articles
Fabric conditioner
WARNING: ON NO ACCOUNT SHOULD LIQUID FABRIC
CONDITIONER BE ADDED TO THE DRYER ITSELF.
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Emptying the Water Container
Do not block the vent hole in the cap!
This hole is essential for correct operation of your dryer.
Remove plinth (where fitted) by slightly lifting and sliding to the left. Pull the container out of the dryer (a small amount of water may leak from the vent hole if the container is tilted). Remove the cap and empty the container into a sink (or other suitable drain).
If your dryer is stacked on top of a Washing Machine, the Tumble Dryer can be plumbed into the drain by attaching a suitable tube to the stub at the rear of the dryer, after removing the blanking cap. When plumbed into a drain the water container does not need to be emptied.
Empty the water container after EVERY programme.
Failure to do this will result in the water container
becoming full and the load will not dry.
Water
Container
Plinth
Moulding
(not fitted to
all models)
Sink
Water
Container
To Empty Water Container
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Easy Care Programme - Advance, Excel, Easy Care and ECO Sensor Models
When to use ‘Easy Care’
Important!
Audio Signal
Creda ‘Easy Care’ provides a short programme consisting of approxi­mately 7.5 minutes of heat with an approximately 2.5 minutes cool tumble period. It is a short conditioning programme that softens the fibres allowing them to relax making handling and ironing easier and less time consuming.
However garments are dried, outside on the line, inside on a radiator, hung around the home or using a tumble dryer, once dry they usually get left in the same position/place for a long period of time. This tends to cause garment fibre stiffness which can make the handling of gar­ments difficult and therefore the ironing time longer. Garments dried in any of the ways described above and left will benefit from the ‘Easy Care’ programme.
The ‘Easy Care’ cycle is not a drying programme. It has been
designed to condition/soften garments that have already been dried and left unattended in this state for a period of time.
All materials do not behave in exactly the same way when heated. For instance, our testing has shown that materials such as Tencel® and Acrylics are not relaxed quite as effectively by applying the ‘Easy Care’ cycle as we found on the more traditional Cottons and Polycottons.
To obtain the best results from ‘Easy Care’ it is important that the weights recommended below are not exceeded and high heat is selected. (Heat switch IN).
For best results Creda recommend garments should be removed from the dryer immediately after the ‘Easy Care’ programme to be hung, folded neatly or ironed. When this is not possible the ‘Easy Care’ programme should be repeated.
Recommended weights and materials
On completion of the programme an audio signal is sounded (if select­ed) to remind you to remove garments from the dryer.
Material Maximum load
Cotton and Cotton mixtures 2.5kg
2kg
2kg
5.5lb
4.4lb
4.4lb
Synthetics
Denim
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Guide to drying times
Please note that the drying times stated below and on appliance control panel; are a GUIDE only and drying times are affected by:-
Items such as towelling retain a lot of water after spinning, also the suggested wash programme for small items such as T-Shirts may sometimes incorporate a low spin speed which has the same effect.
Your drying load may contain the same type of fabric but of different thicknesses. Thinner items will take less time to dry. Some fabrics, such as those used for jeans are of closer texture than others and although light when dry will be heavy after washing and spinning.
Single items of clothes or small loads may take disproportionally longer to dry. It is more energy efficient to dry larger loads.
As it takes longer to fully dry clothes than to have them ready for ironing, you may wish to remove some clothes when they are slightly damp, ready for ironing and then continue to dry the remainder until they are fully dry.
The label on the garment should tell you the correct heat setting to select. See ‘Wash Care Labels’.
If the room in which the dryer is situated is cold, your clothes will take longer to dry than if the room is warm.
Some bulky items such as padded jackets can be dried, with care, and we do advise that you remove these items several times, shake them and return them to the dryer.
THERE ARE HOWEVER SOME ITEMS THAT WE DO NOT ADVISE YOU TO DRY. SEE ‘ITEMS NOT SUITABLE FOR TUMBLE DRY­ING’
All fabrics contain a little natural moisture even when ‘dry’ and this nat­ural moisture should not be lost if the clothes are to remain soft and fluffy. Clothes that are dried for too long tend to wrinkle and will need more ironing than usual, giving you extra work that the Dryer was designed to remove.
The amount of water remaining in the clothes after spinning
The type of fabric
The quantity of clothes to be dried
How dry you want the clothes
The heat setting you have selected
The temperature of the room
Bulky items
Be careful not to overdry
Dr
ying Guide - approximate drying time in minutes (weights specified are when dry)
COTTONS SYNTHETICS ACRYLICS
Drying times 800 - 1000rpm in washing machine
Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine
Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine
1 kg
30 - 40
2 kg
40 - 55
Half
load
3 kg
55 - 70
4 kg
70 - 80
5 kg
80 - 90
Full
load
6 kg
95 - 120
1 kg
40 - 50
Half
load
2 kg
50 - 70
Full
load
3 kg
70 - 90
Half
load
1 kg
40 - 60
Full
load
2 kg
55 - 75
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Caring for your Dryer
Your Tumble Dryer needs very little attention. The following simple steps will keep it performing well.
Switch off electricity and remove plug. Ensure hands are dry.
Always clean the filter, by rinsing under the tap or using a vacuum cleaner. Turn the dryer by hand to check that small items like handkerchiefs do not get missed.
Wipe the drum and seal with a damp cloth.
Remove condenser unit and clean any build up of fluff from between the plates by rinsing it under the tap with cold water. This should be done with cold water from the rear of the condenser. Refit with the handle at the front.
Occasionally clean the surface of the stainless steel sensor inside the drum with vinegar to remove water contaminates. Apply carefully with a cloth this will maintain the drying performance of the dryer. The sensor is located between the vanes of the drum towards the front of the dryer, rotate the drum if necessary to locate it.
Every 6 months vacuum the front air intake grille and Vents at the rear of the dryer, to remove the build up of fluff, lint or dust.
Abrasive cleaners, scouring agents, acids, chlorine bleach or metal polish to clean any part of the machine. To remove accumulation of fluff from the door, front of condenser and filter areas, clean occasionally with a vacuum cleaner.
Your tumble dryer uses special bearing components. Lubrication by the user is not necessary and must not be attempted.
We strongly recommend that all appliances are regularly checked for electrical and mechanical safety.
Fluff filter
Front
Rear
Tap
Sensor
(Automatic Dryers only)
When finished
After each load
Every Week
Every Month
Automatic Dryers only
Cleaning
Do not use
Lubrication
Condenser
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Spare parts
Disposal of your product
Please remember your new appliance is a complex piece of equipment. ‘DIY” repairs or unqualified and untrained service people may put you in danger, could damage the appliance, and might mean you lose cover under the Parts Guarantee. If you do experience a problem with the appliance don’t take risks, call in our Service Engineer. Our Spare Parts are designed exclusively to fit your appliance. Do not use them for any other purpose as you may create a safety hazard.
To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your product carefully and safely. Remove all doors and lids. Remove the mains cable (where fitted) by cutting off flush with the appliance and always ensure that no plug is left in a condition where it could be connected to the electricity supply. To help the environment Local Authority instructions should be followed for the disposal of your product.
This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives. Low Voltage Equipment 72/23/EEC 93/68/EEC Electromagnetic Compatability 89/336/EEC 92/31/EEC 93/68/EEC
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If something goes wrong
First, don’t panic! There may be nothing wrong at all. Look for your problem below, then check the things we suggest. More often than not, this will give you the answer to your problem, and you’ll be able to carry on without having to telephone your Service Office.
If after this you still cannot get your machine to work, follow the advice given on the next page.
Check these things first
1. Is the machine plugged in and switched on at the socket?
2. Is the Timer Control set to required time?
3. Is the door securely closed?
4. Has the start button been pressed hard enough? Try pressing the start button again.
5. Has the fuse blown? (Try plugging in another appliance to check)
6. Have you used an extension lead? Many are not suitable. Try plugging the dryer directly into a socket to check.
7. Has a delayed start been selected? (Not all models).
1. Have you forgotten to clean the filter? It should be cleaned after each load.
2. Does the water container need emptying? Is the empty water light glowing? The water container should be emptied after every load.
3. Does the condenser need cleaning? It should be cleaned every month.
4. Have you selected the correct Heat setting for the type of fabric you are drying? (IN for High, OUT for low).
5. Have the air intake grille or rear vents of the dryer been obstructed?
6. Were the clothes ‘excessively wet’ when they were put in?
7. Was the correct time selected?
8. Have you overloaded the dryer?
1. Has the correct programme been selected for the load?
Loads above 1kg Loads less than 1kg use timed dry programme.
This is perfectly normal, the dryer has finished its programme. Press the Buzzer button and the bleeping will stop or open the door.
Have you re-read this instruction book?
Problem
‘It won’t start’
‘It is taking a long time to dry’
Auto Programmes (Some models)
‘The dryer keeps buzzing’
Any other problem
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Key Contacts
Service
Creda has the largest appliance manufacturer’s service team in Europe,trained
specialists directly employed by us to ensure your complete confidence.
Repair Service
UK: 08709 066 066
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 220
You will be asked for the following information:-
Name, address and postcode.
Telephone number
Model / Serial number of the appliance
Clear and concise details of the query or fault
Place and Date of purchase
(Please keep the receipt as evidence will be required when the engineer calls).
Extended Warranty
To join: UK 08709 088 088
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 220
Genuine Parts & Accessories
Mail Order Hotline
UK: 08709 077 077
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836
For further product information
08701 546474
All Creda Services are offered as an extra benefit and do not affect your statutory rights.
General Domestic Appliances Limited,Morley Way,Peterborough,PE2 9JB
PRINTED BY SIMLEX .FOUR ASHES,WOLVERHAMPTON. December 1999 Part No.375000119-03
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