Defy DTD310, DTD311 User Manual

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YOU CAN RELY ON DEFY

DTD310

DTD311

TUMBLE DRYER

SENSOR DRYING TECHNOLOGY

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The manufacturer strives for continuous improvement. For this reason, the text and

illustrations in this manual are subject to change without notice.

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Subject

Introduction.
The user manual.
Explanation of symbols used.
Unpacking.

Important safety information.

Installation.
Location.
Levelling.
Venting exhaust air to the outside.
Electrical connection.

Advice column.
What not to load in the dryer.
Loading.

The control panel.
Using the dryer.
Start.
Cancelling a programme during a drying
cycle.
Adding more laundry.

Child lock.
Changing a programme during a drying
cycle.
Programme end.
Programmes.
Anti-creasing cycle.
Buzzer cancel.

Programme progress indicators.
Programme selection guide.

Main programmes.

The door.
Lint filter.
Cleaning the humidity sensors.

Trouble shooting.
Cleaning.

Technical specifications.
Service centres.

Warranty.

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Index

Introduction

Dear customer,

Your new Defy tumble dryer was
manufactured in a state of the art facility
and has passed the strictest quality
control procedures.

Please read this manual carefully before
using your tumble dryer for the first time
and then store it within easy reach for
future reference.

This manual will provide you with
information on how to operate and care
for your tumble dryer to gain the
maximum benefit from it.

We trust you will enjoy years of trouble
free use.

Please register your product at

www.defy.co.za

DEFY APPLIANCES (PTY) LTD

P.O.BOX 12004

JACOBS

DURBAN

4026

SOUTH AFRICA

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The user manual:

• This manual will provide you with information on how to safely operate and care for your

dryer in order that you gain the maximum benefit from it.

• Pay particular attention to any safety instructions.

• Please read all additional documents supplied with your dryer.

• Please note that this manual is used for several similar but different models. Please

check for relevance regarding your particular model.

Explanation of symbols used in this manual

Important safety information. Warning for hazardous situations with regard to life and
property.

Caution; Warning for supply voltage.

Caution; Warning for fire hazard.

Caution; Warning for hot surfaces.

Read the instructions.

Useful information. Important information or useful hints about usage.

Unpacking

Remove all packaging.

Ensure that packing material is disposed of in a responsible manner and that any plastic bags
are cut up to prevent children playing with them and accidentally suffocating.
If the dryer is damaged in any way do not use it. Report the damage to your dealer who will
take the necessary corrective action.

Figures represented in this instruction manual are schematic and may not correspond
exactly with your dryer. If certain features are not included in the dryer you have
purchased, they may be model specific and therefore only valid for some models.

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• Do not dry unwashed fabrics. Fabrics

must be damp before drying them.

• Garments bolstered with rubber foam

(latex foam), shower caps, water resistant
textiles, materials with rubber
reinforcement and rubber foam pads
should not be dried in the dryer.

• Do not connect the air outlet of the dryer

to chimneys used to exhaust the fumes
from gas or fuel burning products.

• Do not locate the dryer on a carpeted

floor, as this may inhibit free air circulation
under the dryer.

Warning against personal injury

• Do not touch the laundry drum until the

dryer stops operating.

• Check the drum before closing the door.

Pets and children have been known to
climb inside.

General safety instructions

• The dryer is designed for domestic use

only and it should be used for no other
purpose other than that for which it was
designed.

• Follow the drying instructions on garment

care labels.

• Remove any coins, pins, screws, stones

or sharp objects from clothing before
placing them in the dryer.

• Underwear that contains metal

reinforcements should not be placed in a
dryer. Damage to the dryer can result if
the metal reinforcements come loose
during drying.

• Do not sit or stand on the dryer nor place

heavy objects on top as deformation of
the control panel and plastic components
could occur.

• Do not overload the dryer.

• Always clean the lint filter before or after

each drying cycle. Never operate your
dryer without the lint filter installed.

• Do not allow fibres, dust and dirt to

accumulation around the exhaust outlet
and adjacent areas.

• Unplug the machine and keep the door

closed when it is not in use.

• The final part of the drying cycle includes

a cool down period to minimise creasing
and to ensure that fabrics are de-stressed.

Important safety information

• Read and understand the safety

instructions before using the dryer. Any
failure of the dryer or losses caused by
ignoring these instructions are not
covered by warranties or liabilities.

• This dryer is not intended for use by

persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge unless
they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning the use of the dryer
by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the dryer.

Warning against electric shock

• The dryer is equipped with a 3 pronged

earthed plug which must be plugged into
an appropriate and easy to reach earthed
wall socket.

• Do not attempt to modify the plug.

• Do not use a double adaptor, multi-plug or

extension cord.

• If the supply cord is damaged it should be

replaced by an authorised service agent
to avoid an electrical hazard.

• Do not attempt to repair the dryer yourself.

Repairs should only be undertaken by
authorised service agents.

• Never touch the plug with wet hands nor

pull on the cable to unplug the dryer.

• Never wash the dryer with water.

Warning against possible explosions

• Do not place combustible materials such

as petrol, alcohol or thinners near or in the
dryer. Neither attempt to dry fabrics which
have been soaked with or exposed to
these materials.

• Do not operate the dryer if a gas leak or

spillage of combustible liquids has
occurred nearby.

Warning against fire

• Empty pockets of cigarette lighters and

matches.

• Do not attempt to dry cushions or quilts as

these will accumulate excessive heat.

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• Insert the adaptor piece into the exhaust

outlet at the rear of the dryer, and screw
one end of the flexible exhaust tube into
the adaptor.

• The other end of the exhaust tube may be

directed through an open window or
connected to a wall mounted vent.

• The sketch above shows the preferred

direction the tube should follow.

• The exhaust air may not be directed into

chimneys, flues or fireplaces

• If required, a permanent exhaust pipe

may be installed and should be routed
with as few bends as possible so as not to
restrict the airflow.

• The maximum length of such a pipe is

given below.

Electrical connection

• The dryer must be plugged into a

dedicated 230V. 16A. earthed wall
socket.

• Do not use a double adaptor.

• The manufacturer and seller do not accept

responsibility for any damage due to
incorrect electrical connection.

• If the power cord needs replacing, use

only a genuine type ‘X’ cord available from
the nearest Defy Service Centre. The
power cord must only be replaced by an
authorised service agent to avoid an
electrical hazard.

Installation

Ensuring the correct installation is the
customer’s responsibility.

Location

• The dryer should be located in a well

ventilated room, away from heat sources
such as gas, oil or coal fired appliances.

• Position the dryer on a flat, even,

uncarpeted floor.

• The dryer vents to the outside and

utilises a dedicated air outlet hose for
this purpose. For this reason it is best to
position the dryer near an outside facing
wall or window.

• Ensure that an electrical supply point is

within easy reach of the power cord.

Levelling

• Level the dryer by turning the adjustable

feet either in or out.

• Two rubber friction pads may be fitted

under the adjustable feet to help prevent
movement of the dryer on slippery
surfaces. If required, these may be
purchased from your nearest Defy
Service Centre. The friction pads are
easily clipped into the front adjustable
feet of the dryer.

Venting exhaust air to the outside

• The dryer must be vented to the outside,

either by means of the flexible exhaust
tube supplied or via a permanent
installation.

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