Creda T620CW User Manual

Condensing

Tumble Dryer

Instruction Book

You must read these instructions prior to using the

appliance and retain them for future reference.

Contents

Safety Advice 3-4
Electrical Requirements 5
Features - get to know the main parts of your Dryer 6
Where to put 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 the Water Container 16
Easy Iron Programme 17
Guide to Drying Times 18
Caring for your Dryer 19
If something goes wrong 21
Key Contacts Back Cover

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.

If the Book is lost or damaged a copy may be obtained from:
GDA Ltd., Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB

2

For your safety

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.

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 dry articles that have NOT been well washed in water and

detergent then well rinsed and spun.

NEVER ● Tumble dry articles that have had chemicals used for cleaning.
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.
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

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.

3

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.

CAUTION:
When the dryer is in use avoid touching the
rear of the dryer as it may be hot!

4

Electrical Requirements

WARNING: This appliance must be earthed!

Supply

Changing
the fuse

Moulded plug

Changing
the plug

Rewirable plug

GREEN &

YELLOW TO

EARTH

BLUE TO

CORD

NEUTRAL

CLAMP

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.

WARNING: The plug must not be used without a fuse cover.

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,as follows:

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.

13 AMP

FUSE

If the plug being replaced is a non-rewirable type then the cut-off

BROWN

plug must be disposed of safely. DO NOT leave where it can be

TO LIVE

inserted into a socket and create a shock hazard.

Changing the
mains cable

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.

NOTE: IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OF THE ABOVE CONSULT A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

5

Features - Get to know the main parts of your dryer

see "The Controls"

Plinth Moulding

(Not fitted to all models)

Fluff filter

CLEAN AFTER

EACH LOAD

Push here to

open door

Air intake

grille

Serial & Model

numbers

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.

Rating Plate

Door

catch

Door latch

6

Condenser

(Keep clear of fluff)

Clean periodically

Water Container

(Empty after Each Load)

Where to put your dryer

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 machine.. 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, the dryer will not
operate efficiently in an enclosed space or cupboard.
If using your dryer in a small or cold room some condensation could
be experienced.

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.

Stack it on your
Washing Machine

DOOR
LATCH

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.

HINGE

DOOR
CATCH

Door Reversal
Instructions

HINGE

The door of your Dryer is reversible and can easily be changed .
Exchange diagonally hinge brackets and blanking plugs. Exchange
door latch and catch with their opposite blanking plates. See diagram
above.

7

How to use your dryer

1. Plug in, switch
on electricity.

3. Open the door
by pressing and
releasing the front
panel in the position
shown.

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.

8. Press the
START switch to
commence the
drying programme.

WARNING: WHEN
SWITCHING ON
OR OFF, PLEASE
ENSURE THAT
YOUR HANDS
ARE DRY

9. When finished
open the door and
take out the laundry.
Clean and replace
the fluff filter, and
empty the water
container.

2. Sort your laundry
(see section “Sorting

Your Laundry”)

4. Always check
the following:

6. Select the rele­vant heat setting
(see section “The
Controls”)

10.Switch off elec­tricity and remove
plug from socket.

FLUFF FILTER

is clean and in place

WATER CONTAINER

is empty and in place

CONDENSER

is clean and in place

7. Select the
required programme
or drying time.
(see section “The
Controls”)

WARNING: WHEN
SWITCHING ON
OR OFF, PLEASE
ENSURE THAT
YOUR HANDS
ARE DRY

The ‘Cool Tumble’
phase

8

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’.