Whirlpool AWZ 231 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

AWZ 231

6th Sense: The double sensor

technology is designed to ensure optimum drying results with minimum energy consumption.

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Please also carefully read the “Instructions for Use” and the “Installation” manuals.

Programmes

Max. 5 kg

Max. 2.5 kg

Laundry is aired for 30 minutes without heating.

Time Programmes

Completes drying or dries single items (suitable for all fabrics).

* Test programmes according IEC 61121.

Options

Reduces Drying Intensity

(recommended for

delicate items)

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Signals/Sounds end

of Drying Cycle at

Intervals

Indicative

Drying Time

Spin Speed

Washing Machine

rpm 800

85’

120’

80’

110’

65’ 90’

55’ 75’

30’ 40’

20’ 35’

15’ 30’

rpm

1000

20’ 35’

15’ 30’

10’ 25’

rpm

1200

70’

100’

60’ 90’

50’ 75’

40’ 65’

Max

Load

3.5

5.0

3.5

5.0

3.5

5.0

3.5

5.0

1.0

2.5

1.0

2.5

1.0

2.5

Start

(Pause)

Filter

Starts the drying cycle. The indicator lamp lights up when the dryer is on.

The indicator lamp lights up when the filter needs cleaning.

the filter at the end of every cycle.

PROGRAMME SEQUENCE INDICATORS

Drying Cool

The programme sequence

Down

indicator lamps show the status or the progress of the drying

End

cycle.

AntiCrease

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Clean

PREPARING THE LAUNDRY SELECTING A PROGRAMME AND OPTIONS

1. Check that all fastenings are closed and that pockets are empty.

2. Turn the articles inside out.

3. Place laundry loosely in the drum to make sure it doesn’t become tangled.

Sort laundry as follows: A) By care symbols

(on the collar or inside seam):

Suitable for tumble drying

Tumble drying with reduced drying intensity only Do not tumble dry

B) By amount and thickness/weight

Whenever the load to be dried exceeds dryer capacity, separate laundry according to weight (e.g. towels from thin underwear).

C) By type of fabrics

Cotton/linen

: Towels, cotton jersey, bed

and table linen made of cotton or linen.

Synthetics/Easy Care

: Blouses, shirts, overalls, etc. made of polyester or polyamide, as well as cotton/synthetic mixes.

D) By drying level

• Sort into: iron dry, cupboard dry, etc.

Do not tumble dry:

Woollens, silk, nylon stockings, delicate embroidery, fabrics with metallic decorations, bulky items such as sleeping bags, etc.

Important: only use specific indicated dryersafe additives

and rinse items that have been treated with stain remover thoroughly in plenty of water before drying.

indicated dryer-safe plastic items

rubber or articles contaminated with

dry

vegetable oil

in the dryer

Only use specific

never

and

• To select a programme, turn the programme selector knob.

• To select an option (if available), press the corresponding button. The indicator lamp above the button confirms that a selection has been made. An alarm sounds if an incorrect selection is made (incompatible options). Press the button again to cancel the option

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STARTING AND COMPLETING A PROGRAMME

1. Having selected the desired programme and options, press the Start button. If the laundry is not removed at the end of the drying cycle, an automatic anti-crease cycle will operate for maximum 60 min. The drum rotates at regular intervals, preventing the laundry from creasing. On completion of the programme, set the

programme selector knob to position “0”. The dryer indicator lamp “Start/Pause” switches off.

CHANGING A PROGRAMME

When changing the programme during the drying cycle, the dryer stops. The indicator lamp of the Start/Pause flashes.

To operate the new programme, press the Start/ Pause button again.

INTERRUPTING A PROGRAMME

1. Set the programme selector knob to “Airing”.

2. Press the Start button. Wait at least 5 minutes before opening the door to allow the dryer to cool down. For your safety the programme stops automatically if you open the door. To restart, after door opening, close the

door and press the Start/Pause button again.

FILTER

Clean the lint filter at the end of every drying cycle:

1. Open the door.

2. Pull the filter upwards.

3. Remove lint using a soft brush or your fingertips. Push the filter firmly back into place

BUILT-IN INSTALLATION

1. It is recommended to not remove the worktop. Connect the dryer to an external ventilation

system in order to prevent steam from damaging your furniture during the years.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If a fault occurs, before contacting our After-Sales Service, make the following checks to try and remedy the problem:

Drying takes too long / laundry is not dry enough:

• Was the correct programme selected?

• Was the inserted laundry too wet (Washing machine spin speed less than 800 rpm)?

• Is the lint filter dirty (filter indicator lamp on)?

The dryer does not operate: (following a power failure and/or

interruption to the mains supply, always press the Start button).

• Is the plug properly inserted into the mains electricity socket?

• Is there a power failure?

• Has the fuse blown?

• Is the door well closed?

• Has the programme been selected?

• Has the

Start/Pause

button been pressed?

Lint filter indicator lamp light on:

• Is the lint filter clean? Is the vent hose blocked?

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AFTER-SALES SERVICE

If, after carrying out the above checks the malfunction persists or appears again, turn the dryer off and call our After-Sales Service (refer to guarantee).

Please specify:

• The nature of the fault.

• The dryer type and model.

• The service code (the number after the word Service on the adhesive rating plate) on the right-hand side when the door is open.

• Your full address and phone number.

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