Hotpoint TVM 70C 6H1 User Manual

Instruction booklet

TUMBLE DRYER

GB

English, 1

TVM 70

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Español, 13PPortuguês, 25

Contents

Important information, 2
Product data, 2
Installation, 3-4

Where to put your dryer
Ventilation
Electrical connection
Levelling your dryer
Before you start using your dryer

Dryer description, 5

The front
The back
Control panel

Start and programmes, 6

Choosing a programme

Laundry, 7-8

Sorting your laundry
Wash care labels
Special clothing items
Drying times

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Warnings and Suggestions, 9

General safety
Saving energy and respecting the environment

Maintenance and Care, 10

Switching off the electricity
Cleaning the filter after each cycle
Check the drum after each cycle
Cleaning the dryer

Troubleshooting, 11

Service, 12

Disposal

! Keep this instruction booklet on hand in order to refer to it when necessary. Take it with you when you move, and
should you sell this appliance or pass it on to another party, make sure that this booklet is supplied along with the
dryer so that the new owner may be informed about warnings and suggestions on how the appliance works.
! Read these instructions carefully; the following pages contain important information on installation and suggestions
on how the appliance works.

This symbol reminds you to read this booklet.

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Important Information

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For your Venting dryer to operate efficiently, you must follow the regular maintenance schedule shown below:

Fluff Filter...

! You MUST clean the fluff filter after EVERY drying
cycle.

STEP 1.

Open the door of your
dryer.

STEP 4.

Refit the filter, with the
curved side towards you.

STEP 2.

Pull out the filter (using
the two finger grips).

STEP 5.

Make sure the filter is
pushed fully home.

- NEVER run the dryer
without the filter in position.

STEP 3.

Open the filter and clean
any fluff deposits from
the filter mesh.

! Failure to clean the filter after EVERY drying cycle will
affect the drying performance of your machine.

- It will take longer to dry and as a result will use
more electricity during drying.

! You MUST clean fluff build up around the filter housing and the vent tube periodically, EVERY two or three months:

- Check the vent tube and any permanent venting fixture to make sure that there has been no accumulation
of fluff or lint, and remove it.

- Remove lint that collects around the filter and the outlet vents.

Product Data... (EU Regulation 392/2012)

Rated capacity of Cotton laundry for the standard programme at full load 7 kg Energy efficiency class B

The weighted Annual Energy Consumption (AE
Consumption per year, based on 160 drying cycles of the standard cotton programme at full and partial load, and the
consumption of the low-power modes. Actual energy consumption per cycle will depend on how the appliance is used.

This household tumble dryer is a Non-Automatic Air-Vented Dryer
Energy consumption : full load E
Power consumption : off-mode (P
Duration of the ‘left-on mode’ for power management systems - minutes

The ‘standard cotton programme’ suitable for drying normal wet cotton laundry that is the most efficient programme in terms
of energy consumption for cotton used at full and partial load is High Heat

Programme time (minutes) : weighted (T
Airborne acoustical noise emissions 69 dB(A) re 1 pW

4.02 kWh, partial load E

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Installation

Where to put your dryer

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Place your dryer at a distance from gas ranges,
stoves, heaters, or cook tops because flames can
damage the appliance.

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Minimum gap 10mm

Minimum gaps

15mm

proper air circulation. Make sure that the back
vents are not obstructed.

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Make sure you put your dryer in an environment
that is not damp and has proper air circulation
throughout, the dryer will not operate efficiently in
an enclosed space or cupboard.

! We do not recommend that the dryer is installed in a
cupboard but the dryer must never be installed
behind a lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a
hinge on the opposite side to that of the dryer door.

If you are going to install the
appliance under a work
counter, be sure to leave a
10mm space between the
top and any other objects on
or above the machine and a
15mm space between the
sides and lateral furnishings
or walls. This is to ensure

Ventilation

Permanent venting

In conjunction with the vent tube we recommend
using a Wall/Window Vent Kit, available at a retail
location or the nearest Spare Parts Dealer.

Wall mounting

1. Leave an opening in
the wall to the left of the
dryers proposed position.

2. Keep the tube as short
and straight as possible
to prevent condensed
moisture from backing up
into the dryer.

3. Similarly, the duct in
the wall should slope
downwards towards the
outside.

Window mounting

1. With a stacked dryer
the hole in the window
should ideally be made
below the vent.

2. The tube should be
kept as short as possible.

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The Dryer dries your laundry by drawing in cool, clean
and relatively dry air, heating it, and then distributing it
through the clothes as they are gently tumbled. For
optimum performance, the moist air is then blown out
through a vent tube at the back of the dryer.
When the dryer is in use, there has to be adequate
ventilation to avoid the back flow of gases into the room
from appliances burning other fuels, including open fires.

Mobile venting

A vent tube must always be fitted when the dryer is
used in conjunction with Mobile Venting.
The tube must be fitted securely into the back of the
dryer (see Dryer Description). If possible, it is always
best to connect the tube to a permanent
outlet close to the dryer. If permanent installation is
not possible, the dryer will work just as well with the
tube passing through a partly-opened window.

! Ensure that the end of the tube is not directed
toward the air intake vent at the rear of the dryer.

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

Depending on how often you use your dryer, it is
essential that areas A and B are checked periodically
to remove lint or debris.
The vent tube adaptor must be fitted securely thus
preventing any humid air from being emitted back into
the room.
! The Dryer should not be pushed so far back that the
tube adaptor is pulled out of position or the tube is
squashed or bent.
! The tube should be kept clear of the air intake vent
and kinks or ‘U’ bends must be avoided as these will
obstruct the tube or trap condensation.

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Installation

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Open window venting

The end of the tube
should be directed
downwards, to prevent
warm moist air from
condensing in the room or
in the dryer.

! Ensure that the dryer is adequately ventilated and
that the end of the vent tube is not directed towards
the air intake duct.
! The vent tube must always be fitted for optimum
performance.
! Make sure that the vent tube and air intake vents are
not obstructed or blocked.

! The dryer must not recycle exhaust air.
! Misusing a tumble dryer may create a fire hazard.
! Do not discharge exhaust air into a flue which is

used for exhaust fumes from other appliances that
burn gas or other fuels.
! Do not discharge exhaust air into an extraction
system or any duct with an extractor fan. This will
affect the way the thermal controls operate and can
result in a fire hazard.

! Do not use extension cords.

! The power cord must not be bent or squashed.

! The power supply cord should be checked periodically

and replaced by a cord specially prepared for this dryer
and fitted only by authorised technicians (see
Service). New or longer power cords are supplied at
an extra charge by authorised dealers..

! The manufacturer denies any responsibility should
any of these rules not be followed.

! If in doubt about any of the above consult a qualified
electrician.

Levelling your dryer

The dryer must be installed level for correct operation.

When you have installed
your dryer in its final
location check that it is
level first side to side,
then front to back.

Electrical connections

Make sure of the following before you insert the plug
into the the electrical socket:

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The socket must be grounded.

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The socket must be able to sustain the machines
maximum power, which is indicated on the rating
label (see Dryer Description).

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Power voltage must be within the values indicated
on the rating label (see Dryer Description).

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The socket must be compatible with the dryers
plug. Should this not be the case, replace the
plug or the socket.

! The dryer must not be installed outdoors, even if the
space is sheltered. It can be very dangerous if it is
exposed to rain or storms.

! Once installed, the dryers electrical wire and plug
must be within easy reach.

If the dryer is not level,
use a wooden block to
support it while adjusting
the two front legs up or
down, until your dryer is
level.

Before you start using your dryer

Once you have installed your dryer and before you
use it, clean the inside of the drum to remove any
dust that could have accumulated during transport.

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Dryer Description

The front The back

Control Panel

Drum

Model & Serial numbers

Filter

Rating plate

Caution: Hot!

Control panel

TIMER

Knob

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Air Intake Vent

Vent Tube fitted here

Indicator

The START button begins drying a selected
programme (see Start and Programmes).

The HEAT button selects drying temperature (see
Start and Programmes).

OUT: LOW heat
IN: HIGH heat

HEAT

Button

The TIMER knob sets the drying time: rotate it clockwise,
never counter-clockwise, until the indicator is pointing
to the drying time you want to select (see Start and
Programmes).

START

Button

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Start and Programmes

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Choosing a programme

1. Plug the dryer into the electrical socket.

2. Sort your laundry according to fabric type (see
Laundry).

3. Open the door and make sure the filter is clean
and in place (see Maintenance).

4. Load the machine and make sure items are not
in the way of the door seal. Close the door.

5. Choose the drying time by checking the Drying
Guide table for the type of fabric you are drying
(see Laundry).

- Set the temperature with the HEAT button.

- Select a drying time by rotating the TIMER knob
clockwise.

6. Press the START button to begin.
During the drying programme, you can check on
your laundry and take out items that are dry
while others continue drying. When you close
the door again, press the START button in order
to resume drying.

7. About 10 minutes before the programme is
completed, it enters the final COOL TUMBLE
phase (fabrics are cooled), which should always
be allowed to complete.

8. Open the door, take the laundry out, clean the
filter and replace it (see Maintenance).

9. Unplug the dryer.

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Laundry

Sorting your laundry

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Check symbols on clothing labels to make sure
that the articles can be tumble dried.

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Sort laundry by fabric type.

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Empty pockets and check buttons.

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Close zippers and hooks and tie loose belts and
strings.

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Wring out each item in order to eliminate as much
excess water as possible.

! Do not load dripping wet clothes into the dryer.

Maximum load size

Do not load more than maximum capacity.
These numbers refer to dry weight:
Natural fibres: 7kg max (15lb)
Synthetic fibres: 3kg max (6.6lb)

! DO NOT overload the dryer as this could result in
reduced drying performance.

Typical weights

Note: 1kg = 1000g (1lb = 16oz)
Clothes

Blouse Cotton 150g (5oz)

Other 100g (3oz)

Dress Cotton 500g (1lb 2oz)

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

Other 200g (7oz)
T-Shirt 125g (4oz)

Wash Care Labels

Look at the labels on your garments, especially when
tumble drying for the first time. The following symbols
are the most common:

May be tumble dried

Do not tumble dry

Tumble dry at high heat setting

Tumble dry at low heat setting

Items not suitable for tumble drying

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Articles that containing rubber or rubber-like
materials or plastic film (pillows, cushions, or PVC
rainwear), any other flammable articles or objects
that contain flammable substances (towels soiled
with hair spray).

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Glass fibres (certain types of draperies)

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Items which have been dry cleaned

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Items with the ITCL Code (see Special
clothing items). These can be cleaned with special

at-home dry cleaning products. Follow instructions
carefully.

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Large bulky items (quilts, sleeping bags, pillows,
cushions, large bedspreads etc). These expand
when drying and would prevent airflow through
the dryer.

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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 (3oz)
Bath Towel 700g (1lb 6oz)
Hand Towel 350g (12oz)
Double Sheet 500g (1lb 2oz)
Single Sheet 350g (12oz)

At the end of a drying cycle, cottons could still be
damp if you grouped cottons and synthetics together.
If this happens simply give them an additional short
period of drying.

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Laundry

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Special clothing items

Blankets and Bedspreads: acrylic items (Acilan,

Courtelle, Orion, Dralon) must be dried with special
care on LOW heat setting. Avoid drying for a long
period of time.

Pleated or creased garments: read the manufacturer’s
drying instructions on the garment.

Starched articles: do not dry these with non-starched
items. Make sure that as much of the starch solution is
removed from the load as possible before placing it in
the dryer. Do not over-dry: the starch will become
powdery and leave your clothing limp, which defeats
the purpose of starch.

Drying times

The table below presents APPROXIMATE drying times
in minutes. Weights refer to dry garments:

Cottons
High (full) Heat
Drying times 800-1000rpm in washing machine

1kg 2kg 3kg 4kg 5kg 6kg 7kg
20-30 35-45 45-60 60-70 70-80 80-100 90-120

Synthetics
High (full) Heat
Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine

1kg 2kg 3kg
20-30 35-45 45-60

Times are approximate and can vary depending
upon:

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Amount of water retained in clothes after spin
cycle: towels and delicates retain a lot of water.

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Fabrics: items that are the same type of fabric but
different textures and thicknesses may not have
the same drying time.

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Quantity of laundry: single items or small loads
may take longer to dry.

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Dryness: If you are going to iron some of your
clothes, they can be taken out while still a bit
damp. Others can be left longer if you need them
to be completely dry.

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Heat setting.

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Room temperature: if the room where the dryer is
located is cold, it will take longer for the dryer to
dry your clothes.

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Bulk: some bulky items can be tumble dried with
care. We suggest that you remove these items
several times, shake them out, and return them to
the dryer until finished.

! Do not over-dry your clothes.
All fabrics contain a little natural moisture, which
keeps them soft and fluffy.

Acrylics
Low (gentle) Heat
Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine

1kg 2kg
25-40 40-60

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Warnings and Suggestions

! The appliance has been designed and built according
to international safety standards.
These warnings are given for safety reasons and must
be followed carefully.

General safety

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This tumble 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 use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

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This tumble dryer has been designed for home,
and not professional use.

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Do not touch the appliance while barefoot or with
wet hands or feet.

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Unplug the machine by pulling on the plug, not
the cord.

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Children must not be in proximity of the dryer
when in use. After using the dryer, turn it off and
unplug it. Keep the door closed to make sure that
children do not use it as a toy.

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Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the dryer.

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The appliance must be installed correctly and
have proper ventilation. The air intake vents
behind the machine, the outlet vents and the vent
tube should never be obstructed (see Installation).

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Never direct the vent tube outlet towards the air
intake at the back of the machine.

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Never allow the tumble dryer to recycle exhaust air.

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Never use the dryer on carpeting where the pile
height would prevent air from entering the dryer
from the base.

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Check to see if the dryer is empty before loading it.

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The back of the dryer could become very

hot. Never touch it while in use.
Do not use the dryer unless the filter is securely
in place (see Maintenance).
Do not overload the dryer (see Laundry) for
maximum loads.
Do not load items that are dripping wet.
Carefully check all instructions on clothing labels
(see Laundry).
Do not tumble dry large, very bulky items.
Do not tumble dry acrylic fibres at high temperatures.
Complete each programme with its Cool Tumble Phase.
Do not turn off the dryer when there are still warm
items inside.
Clean the filter after each use (see Maintenance).
Do not allow lint to collect around the dryer.
Never climb on top of the dryer. It could result in
damage.
Always follow electrical standards and requirements
(see Installation).
Always buy original spare parts and accessories
(see Service).

To minimise the risk of fire in your tumble dryer, the
following should be observed:

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Tumble dry items only if they have been washed with
detergent and water, rinsed and been through the spin
cycle. It is a fire hazard to dry items that HAVE NOT
been washed with water.

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Do not dry garments that have been treated with
chemical products.

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Do not tumble dry items that have been spotted or
soaked with vegetable or cooking oils, this constitutes a
fire hazard. Oil-affected items can ignite spontaneously,
especially when exposed to heat sources such as a tumble
dryer. The items become warm, causing an oxidisation
reaction with the oil, Oxidisation creates heat. If the heat
cannot escape, items can become hot enough to catch
fire. Piling, stacking or storing oil-effected items can prevent
heat from escaping and so create a fire hazard.
If it is unavoidable that fabrics containing vegetable or
cooking oil or those that have been contaminated with
hair care products be placed in a tumble dryer they should
first be washed with extra detergent - this will reduce, but
not eliminate the hazard. The cool tumble phase should
be used to reduce the temperature of the items. They
should not be removed from the dryer and piled or
stacked while hot.

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Do not tumble dry items that have previously been
cleaned in or washed in, soaked in or soiled with
petrol/gasoline, dry cleaning solvents or other flammable
or explosive substances. Highly flammable substances
commonly used in domestic environments including
cooking oil, acetone, denatured alcohol, kerosene, spot
removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers. Ensure
these items have been washed in hot water with an extra
amount of detergent before being dried in the tumble dryer.

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Do not tumble dry items containing foam rubber (also
known as latex foam), or similarly textured rubber like
materials. Foam rubber materials can, when heated,
produce fire by spontaneous combustion.

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Fabric softener or similar products should not be used in
a tumble dryer to eliminate the effects of static electricity
unless the practice is specifically recommended by the
manufacturer of the fabric softener product.

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Do not tumble dry undergarments that contain metal
reinforcements eg. bras with metal reinforcing wires.
Damage to the tumble dryer can result if the metal
reinforcements come loose during drying.

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Do not tumble dry rubber, plastic articles such as shower
caps or babies waterproof covers, polythene or paper.

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Do not tumble dry rubber backed articles, clothes fitted
with foam rubber pads, pillows, galoshes and rubber
coated tennis shoes.

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Remove all objects from pockets, especially lighters
(risk of explosion).

! WARNING: Never stop the dryer before the end of the
drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and
spread out so that the heat is dissipated.

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Saving energy and respecting the
environment

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Wring out items to eliminate excess water before
tumble drying (if you use a washing machine first,
select a high spin cycle). Doing this will save time
and energy during drying.

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Always dry full loads - you save energy: single
items or small loads take longer to dry.

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Clean the filter after each use to contain energy
consumption costs (see Maintenance).

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Maintenance and Care

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Switching off the electricity

Unplug your dryer when not using it, when cleaning it
and during all maintenance operations.

Clean the filter after each cycle

The filter is an important part of your dryer:
it accumulates lint and fluff that is formed while drying.
Small items could also become trapped in the filter.
When finished drying, therefore, clean the filter by
rinsing it under running water or with your vacuum
cleaner. Should the filter become clogged up, the airflow
inside the dryer will be seriously compromised: drying
times lengthen and you will consume more energy. It
may also damage your dryer.

The filter is found in front
of the dryer trim
(see diagram).

Check the drum after each cycle

Turn the drum manually in order to remove small items
(handkerchiefs) that could have been left behind.

Cleaning the drum

! Do not use abrasives, steel wool or stainless steel
cleaning agents to clean the drum.

A coloured film may start to appear on the stainless
steel drum, this may be caused by a combination of
water and, or cleaning agents such as fabric conditioner
from the wash. This coloured film will not affect the
dryer performance.

Cleaning

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External parts in metal or plastic and rubber parts
can be cleaned with a damp cloth.

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Periodically check the vent tube and any
permanent venting fixture to make sure that there
has been no accumulation of fluff or lint, and
remove it.

Removing the filter:

1. Pull the plastic grip of
the filter upwards (see
diagram).

2. Open the filter and clean the lint from
the inside.

3. Replace it correctly. Ensure the filter is fully located
flush into the tumble dryer trim.

4. Remove any lint that has built up on the inside of the
door and around the door seal.

! Do not use the dryer without replacing the filter.

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Remove lint that collects around the filter and the
outlet vents.

! Do not use solvents or abrasives.

! Your dryer uses special bearing components which

do not need lubrication.

! Have your dryer checked regularly by authorised
technicians to ensure electrical and mechanical safety
(see Service).

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Troubleshooting

One day your dryer seems not to be working. Before you call your Service Centre (see Service), go through the
following troubleshooting suggestions:

Problem:

The dryer won’t start.

Possible causes / Solution:

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The plug is not plugged into the socket, or not making contact.

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There has been a power failure.

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The fuse has blown. Try to plug another appliance into the socket.

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You are using an extension cord? Try to plug the dryer’s power cord
directly into the socket.

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The TIMER knob has not been set properly (see Start and Programmes).

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The START button has not been pressed (see Start and Programmes).

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The START button was pressed with the door open. Make sure the door is
closed before pressing the START button (see Start and Programmes).
! If the START button is pressed with the door open the dryer will not
start. Close the door, wait for a few seconds and then press the START
button again (see Start and Programmes).

It is taking a long time to dry.

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The filter has not been cleaned (see Maintenance).

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The temperature setting is not ideal for the type of fabric you are drying
(see Start and Programmes).

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The correct programme has not been selected for the load (see Start
and Programmes).

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The flexible vent tube is obstructed (see Installation).

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The air intake vent is obstructed (see Installation).

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The permanent ventilation flap on the storm cover is obstructed (see
Installation).

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The items were too wet (see Laundry).

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The dryer was overloaded (see Laundry).

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