Creda Tumble Dryer User Manual

Tumble Dryer

Instruction Book

5kg Models

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 and vent your Dryer 7-8
How to use your Dryer 9
The Controls 10-13
Sorting your laundry 14
Wash Care Labels 15
Items not suitable for tumble drying 15
Items requiring special attention 16
Speedy Iron Programme 17
Guide to Drying Times 18
How to remove and clean the fluff filter 19
Caring for your Dryer 20
If something goes wrong 22
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

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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 back of the dryer, the air outlet or vent hose

to be obstructed.

NEVER ● Direct the vent hose outlet towards the air intake at the back of the

machine.

NEVER ● Allow the tumble dryer to recycle exhaust air.
NEVER ● Switch the machine off leaving a hot load in the drum.
NEVER ● Tumble dry without the filter in position.
NEVER ● Exceed the maximum load capacity recommended or place

dripping wet items in the drum.

NEVER ● Use the dryer on a carpeted floor where the pile height would

prevent air from entering the dryer from the base.

NEVER ● Allow lint to collect around the dryer.
NEVER ● Add liquid or sheet 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 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 ● 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.

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For your safety

ALWAYS ● When the dryer is not in use, switch off at the wall, 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 and vent your dryer.")

ALWAYS ● Use the vent hose for optimum drying performance.
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 ● 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.

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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

NEUTRAL

CORD

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

13 AMP

Brown to terminal marked Live or L or Red.

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.

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Features - Get to know the main parts of your dryer

See “The Controls”

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.

Drum

Model and

serial numbers

Fig. 1

Vent Cover

Fig. 4

Wall/window vent

(Vent cover at front)

FLUFF FILTER

Clean after

each use

Fig. 2

Front vent with hose

(Vent cover at rear)

Rating Plate

Caution

Hot

Fig. 3

Rear venting with hose

(Vent cover at front)

Air Intake
grill

Vent hose
fitted here

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Where to put and vent 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 enter the rear grille, 10mm above the dryer minimum.

●

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

Stacking it on your
washing machine

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 potential
hazard and will invalidate your warranty rights.

Venting options

Some models are designed to give the option of venting the moist
air from the front of the dryer. The dryer as supplied is rear
venting. Some models can be converted to front venting by
removing the vent cover from the aperture on the front (Fig. 1) of
the dryer and fitting it in the aperture at the back.

●

When operating the dryer, there has to be adequate ventilation to
avoid the back flow of gases into the room from appliances
burning other fuels, including open fires.

●

A vent hose is recommended for optimum performance.

●

A vent hose must be used if the rear venting option is used.
(If this is not supplied it can be obtained from your retailer or
Spares Centre).

●

When front venting without a hose a window must always be
opened to reduce condensation.

●

The hose must be fitted securely into the dryer, as shown on the
diagrams on the previous page.If possible it is always best to con­nect the hose to a permanent outlet close to the dryer (see
instructions on next page).

●

Ensure that the end of the hose is not directed towards the
air intake grille at the rear of the dryer.

●

If permanent installation is not possible, the dryer will work just as
well with the hose passed through a partly opened window. (See
diagram on next page).

●

NOTE:The vent hose should not exceed 2.4 metres in length,
and should be kept free of any possible accumulation of fluff
lint (and water) by frequently shaking it out. Always ensure
that the hose is not squashed.

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Where to put and vent your dryer

Permanent
Venting

Wall/Window
Venting

Storm cover

In conjunction with the vent hose we recommend the use of a
Wall/Window Vent Kit. These are available from your retailer or
nearest Spares Centre.

Fitting instructions are supplied with the kits, which can be mounted
through a wall or window. Details of positioning for wall mounting
are as follows:- Break a hole through the wall to the left of the
proposed position for the dryer. Keep the hose as short and straight
as possible to prevent condensed moisture running back into the
dryer. Similarly the duct inserted into the wall should slope
downwards to the outside. For window venting with stacked dryer,
the hole in the window should ideally be made below the outlet and
the hose should be kept as short as possible.

A

Depending on the frequency of use, it is essential that the areas

B

A and B in the illustrations are checked periodically and any fluff
or debris removed.
It is particularly important that the vent hose adaptor is fitted
securely thus preventing any moisture laden air from being
emitted back into the room.

NOTE: The dryer should not be pushed so far back that the
hose adaptor is pulled out of position or the hose squashed.
The hose should be kept clear of the air intake grille and kinks
or ‘U’ bends avoided as these will obstruct the hose or trap
condensation.

WARNING:

1. ENSURE THAT THE DRYER IS ADEQUATELY
VENTILATED AND THAT THE END OF THE VENT HOSE
IS NOT DIRECTED TOWARDS THE AIR INTAKE DUCT.

2. THE DRYER MUST NOT RECYCLE EXHAUST AIR.

3. THE VENT HOSE MUST ALWAYS BE FITTED FOR
OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE.

4. MAKE SURE THAT THE VENT HOSE AND AIR INTAKE
GRILLES ARE NOT OBSTRUCTED OR BLOCKED.

5. MISUSE OF A TUMBLE DRYER MAY CREATE A FIRE
HAZARD.

6. DO NOT DISCHARGE THE EXHAUST AIR INTO A FLUE
WHICH IS USED FOR EXHAUSTING FUMES FROM
OTHER APPLIANCES BURNING GAS OR OTHER FUELS.

For open window venting it must be possible for the end of the hose
to be directed downwards to prevent warm, moist air condensing in
the room or in the dryer.

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How to use your dryer

1. Plug in, switch
on electricity.

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

3. Open the door.
Check that the fluff
filter is clean (see
section How to
remove and clean
the fluff filter).

5. Select the relevant heat setting
(see section “Sorting Your Laundry”).
When low heat is selected a coloured
indicator (on top of switch) will be
visible.

6. (Selected models only)
Select Alarm (Buzzer) option, if required.
The buzzer is selected with the switch
button ‘IN’ and cancelled with the button
‘OUT’.

2. Sort your laun­dry (see section
“Sorting Your
Laundry”)

4. 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.

Button IN

HIGH HEAT

Button OUT

LOW HEAT

(Gentle)

Button IN
Alarm ON

Button OUT

Alarm OFF

7. Select the
required
programme/ drying
time (See section
“The Controls”).
The dryer will start.

8. When finished
open the door and
take out the laundry.
Clean and replace
the fluff filter.

Never switch the dryer off with a HOT load in the drum.

You must terminate every programme with the Cool Tumble Phase.

9. Switch off
electricity and remove
plug from socket.

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

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The Controls - Basic Models (not 2-way Tumble models)

Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Indicator

Timer control

The Cool Tumble
phase

Turn the timer clockwise from the zero position slightly past the
required time, then back to the required time.
The drying time for both heat settings is controlled by the timer.
Do not rotate the knob beyond 120 minutes (maximum drying time),
or past the zero stop. If you have selected more time than you require
turn the knob anti-clockwise to select the correct time required.
This operation also starts the dryer, provided the door is closed and
the machine is plugged in. The “Guide To Drying Times” section will tell
you how much time you’ll need for various loads.

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, the dryer will stop and you can check the dryness
of the load a often as you wish and, if you want, remove (or add) 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).
We recommend that the clothes are removed immediately after this
programme to minimise creasing.

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The Controls - Reverse (2-way Tumble models)

Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat)

Timer control

The Cool Tumble
phase

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.
Never wind the timer control anti-clockwise.
This operation also starts the dryer, provided the door is closed and
the machine is plugged in. The “Guide To Drying Times” section will tell
you how much time you’ll need for various loads.

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, the dryer will stop and you can check the
dryness of the load a often as you wish and, if you want, remove (or
add) 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).
We recommend that the clothes are removed immediately this
programme is finished to minimise creasing.

Indicator

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The Controls - Excel Auto Sensor models

Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Sensor Drying Light

Alarm Switch Indicator

To set the required programme, all you have to do is turn the Timer
Control clockwise until the required selection appears in line with the
indicator. Never turn the timer control anti-clockwise.
This operation also starts the dryer, provided the door is closed and
the machine is plugged in.

Programme
options

i) Automatic

Drying

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1. Sensor (Automatic) Drying B (average) loads

2. Sensor (Automatic) Drying A (large) loads

3. Speedy Iron Cycle

4. Timed drying (up to 60 minutes)

5. Cool Tumble Phase

The Sensor Drying programmes will automatically dry most loads to
the fully dry ready to wear condition. This eliminates the need to guess
the drying times and saves energy. High Heat MUST be selected.
(Heat switch IN). To select Sensor Drying turn the selector to position:

B for average loads and A for large loads.

B ‘Sensor’ Drying average loads

1 to 3kg Cottons, Polycottons or Synthetics (Dry Weight).

A ‘Sensor’ Drying large loads
3 to 5kg Cottons (Dry weight)

When the door is closed the Sensor Drying light will glow to indicate
that Sensor Drying programme is running. When the load is dry, the
selector will automatically advance to the 8 minute cool tumble phase.

Note:

• If LOW (Gentle) heat is selected for a Sensor Drying
programme, the dryer will advance to COOL without drying
the load.

• For acrylics and acrylic mixtures, select LOW heat and use
timed drying.

• Small loads (less than 1kg) must be dried using the timed
drying programme.

The Controls - Auto Sensor models (continued)

Sensor Drying
Light

ii) Speedy Iron
Cycle

iii) Timed Drying

iv) Cool Tumble
Phase

This light will glow when Sensor Drying is selected. it will stop glowing
when the load is dry and the programme advances to the Cool Tumble
phase.

This is a short programme of approximately 10 minutes to condition
previously dried clothes (See section “Speedy Iron 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.

To set the required time, all you have to do is turn the timer control

clockwise until the required time appears in line with the indicator.
Never turn the timer control anti-clockwise.

The chart in the section “Guide to Drying Times” will tell you how much
time you’ll need for various loads.
This programme is particularly useful in cases where a damp load is
required for ironing or LOW heat drying is required and also for small
loads.

About 10 minutes before the programme is completed, the heating
elements are 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 the dryer will stop and you can check the dryness
of the load as often as you wish and if you want to remove (or add)
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).
After this cycle, the ready signal (Alarm) will sound (if selected) to
remind you that the clothes are ready to take out. To cancel, turn the
timer to ‘0’ or press the option button (to its OUT position).
We recommend that the clothes Are removed immediately this
programme ends to minimise creasing.

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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.

WARNING: CLOTHES SHOULD NEVER BE LOADED
DRIPPING WET

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).

Maximum
load size

Typical load

Your dryer will hold a load of 5kg (11lb) 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
tumble-dry without creasing.

WARNING: DO NOT OVERLOAD AS THIS COULD RESULT IN
REDUCED DRYING PERFORMANCE AND A POSSIBLE FIRE
HAZARD.

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.

Clothes

Blouse Cotton 150g 5oz

Other 100g 3

Dress Cotton 500g 1lb 2oz

Other 350g 12oz
Jeans 700g 1lb 6oz
10 Nappies 1000g 2lb 3oz
Shirt Cotton 300g 10

Other 200g 7oz
T-Shirt 125g 4

1

/2oz

1

/2oz

1

/2oz

Household Items

Duvet cover Cotton 1500g 3lb 5oz
(Double)

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

Bath Towel 700g 1lb 8oz
Hand Towel 350g 12oz
Double Sheet 500g 1lb 2oz
Single Sheet 350g 12oz

Other 1000g 2lb 3oz

1

/2oz

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.

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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

Items not suitable for tumble drying

• 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 (see ‘Items Requiring Special
Attention’).

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.

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Items requiring special attention

Blankets and
Bedspreads

Permanently
pleated or creased
garments

Starched articles

Fabric conditioner

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.

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.

Home dry cleaning

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WARNING: ON NO ACCOUNT SHOULD LIQUID OR SHEET
FABRIC CONDITIONER BE ADDED TO THE DRYER ITSELF.

Garments with the ITCL code may be cleaned using one of the
Home Dry Cleaning Kits available.
The instructions supplied with the Home Dry Cleaning Kit must be
strictly followed.

Speedy Iron Programme - Selected models

‘Speedy Iron’ 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.

When to use
‘Speedy Iron’

Important!

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 ‘Speedy
Iron’ programme.

● The ‘Speedy Iron’ 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 ‘Speedy Iron’ cycle as was found on the more
traditional Cottons and Polycottons.

● To obtain the best results from ‘Speedy Iron’ it is important that the
weights recommended below are not exceeded and high heat is
selected. (Heat switch IN).

● For best results we recommend garments should be
removed from the dryer immediately after the ‘Speedy Iron’
programme to be hung, folded neatly or ironed.
When this is not possible the ‘Speedy Iron’ programme should
be repeated.

Recommended weights and materials

Material Maximum load

Cotton and Cotton mixtures 2.5kg

Synthetics

Denim

2kg

2kg

5.5lb

4.4lb

4.4lb

Alarm Signal

On completion of the programme an alarm signal is sounded (if
selected) to remind you to remove garments from the dryer.

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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:

The amount of
water remaining in
the clothes after

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.

spinning

The type of fabric

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.

The quantity of
clothes to be dried

How dry you want
the clothes

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 heat setting
you have selected

The temperature
of the room

Bulky items

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’

Drying Guide - approximate drying time in minutes (weights specified are when dry)

COTTONS SYNTHETICS ACRYLICS

High Heat High Heat Gentle Heat

Drying times 800 - 1000rpm in washing
machine

Half

load

1 kg

20 - 30

2 kg

35 - 45

Be careful not to
overdry

3 kg

45 - 60

60 - 70

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

4 kg

load

5 kg

70 - 80

Drying times on reduced
spin in washing machine

Full

1 kg

20 - 30

Half

load

2 kg

35 - 45

Full

load

3 kg

45 - 60

Drying times on
reduced spin in
washing machine

Half

load

1 kg

25 - 40

40 - 60

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.

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Full

load

2 kg

How to remove and clean the fluff filter

Position of filter

WARNING: NEVER USE SHEET FAB-

RIC CONDITIONER. IT MAY FALL INTO

THE FILTER AND RESTRICT THE AIR-

FLOW THROUGH THE DRYER

To remove the filter

A very important part of your dryer is the fluff filter at
the front edge of the drum. It’s there to trap the parti­cles of lint and fluff which are normally blown away
when clothes are dried on the washing-line.
if the filter is allowed to become blocked, the passage
of warm air through the drum will be severely restrict­ed. This means your clothes will take much longer than
normal to dry and the cost of drying them will be
increased. it may also damage your dryer.
Small items, e.g. babies socks, may fall onto the filter.
These should be removed so that the filter is not
restricted.

WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER

WITHOUT CLEANING THE FILTER AFTER

EACH DRYING CYCLE. FAILURE TO CLEAN

THE FILTER MAY RESULT IN A FIRE HAZARD.

Grip the centre rib and pull the filter upwards and for­wards through the door seal (see diagram).
Open the filter, and remove the fluff that has collected
on the inside.

Wash or vacuum clean the filter occasionally.
Don’t be alarmed by the amount of fluff you may find on
the filter. It’s part of the wearing, washing and drying
process.

WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER

WITHOUT THE FILTER IN POSITION.

It is essential that the filter is replaced correctly. It must
be fitted so that the symbols, shown on the filter above,
face towards the front of the dryer. Ensure the filter is

fully located into the tumble dryer duct.

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Caring for your Dryer

Your tumble dryer needs very little attention. The following simple
steps will keep it performing well.

When finished

After each load

As necessary

Lubrication

Switch off electricity and remove plug.

Always clean the filter and turn the drum by hand to check that small
items like handkerchiefs do not get missed.

Clean exterior metal and plastic surfaces with a damp cloth or silicon
polish only. Regularly check and clean if necessary, the vent hose and
any permanent venting fixture to ensure that there has been no accu­mulation of fluff or lint during the drying process.
Clean fluff from the area below the fluff filter and the rear vent tube.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring agents, acids, chlorine
bleach or metal polish to clean any part of the machine. These could
damage the machine.

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.

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Spare parts

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.

Disposal of your product

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 Compatibility
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 Centre.

If after this you still cannot get your machine to work, follow the
advice given on the next page.

Problem

‘It won’t start’

‘It is taking a long
time to dry’
(All Models)

Sensor Dry
Programmes
(Some models)

Check these things first

1. Is the machine plugged in and switched on at the socket?

2. Is the Timer Control set to required programme/time?

3. Is the door securely closed?

4. Has the fuse blown? (Try plugging in another appliance to check)

5. Have you used an extension lead? Many are not suitable. Try
plugging the dryer directly into a socket to check.

1. Have you forgotten to clean the filter? Check it.

2. Have you selected the correct Heat setting for the type of fabric
you are drying? (IN for High, OUT for low (Gentle)).

3. Is the flexible vent hose squashed, blocked or kinked? Check it
for foreign objects or condensate (water).

4. Is the air inlet obstructed in any way?

5. Permanent venting - is flap on the storm cover obstructed?

6. Were the clothes ‘excessively wet’ when they were put in?

7. Was the correct programme/time selected?

8. Have you overloaded the dryer?

1. Has the correct programme been selected for the load?

3 - 5kg programme A

1 - 3kg programme B

Less than 1kg use timed dry programme.

2. Has High heat been selected?
The Sensor Dry programmes will not operate on Low (Gentle)
heat, if low heat is required use timed dry.

‘The dryer keeps
buzzing’ (Some
models)

Any other
problem

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This is perfectly normal, the dryer has finished its programme. Press
the Alarm button and the buzzing will stop or turn the Timer Control
to ‘O’, the off position.

Have you re-read this instruction book?

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 302 200

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 502 200

Genuine Parts & Accessories

Mail Order Hotline

UK: 08709 077 077

Republic of Ireland: [phone]

For further product information

All Creda Services are offered as an extra benefit and do not affect your statutory rights.

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