Whirlpool EP 3496 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

Before using the machine, please also read the instructions for use carefully!

EP 3496

Programme selector knob

The drying programme is selected by turning
this knob.

Départ/Pause button

The drying programme is started by pressing
this button. The indicator lamp flashes during
the selection phase and lights up during
drying.

Indicator lamps

Filter

The indicator lamp lights up when the filter
needs cleaning.

Clean the filter at the end of every cycle.

Overdry Protection

The indicator lamp lights up when a humidity
controlled programme is selected, to indicate
the working protection function. Function is
not active in time controlled programmes 20’
40’ 60’ and “Airing” .

Quick Reference Guide

Programme sequence

Overdry

protection

Options

Drying

Gentle

Reduces drying intensity (recommended for
delicate items).

Anti-crease

Prevents laundry from creasing up to 12
hours. The end of cycle signal (Buzzer) is
deselected.

End

of cycle

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+

Anti-

crease

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(Subject to technical modifications)

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Machine operation

Additional information (including troubleshooting and service) can be found in the individual chapters of the
instructions for use.

Sort laundry according to

care symbols:

Do not tumble dry
Suitable for tumble drying -

at low drying temperature

Suitable for tumble drying

Sort by:
Material thickness: Whenever there is greater load than the dryer can handle,

separate laundry according to weight (e.g. dry towels and thin underwear
separately).

Type of material: Cotton (linen); synthetic textiles (easy care).
Degree of drying: Cupboard dry, iron dry etc.
Do not tumble dry: Woollens, silk, nylon stockings, delicate embroidery, fabrics

with metallic decorations, bulky items such as sleeping bags, etc.

Preparing laundry

Opening door

Loading dryer and

closing door

Switching on machine and

selecting programme

Selecting options

(if available)

Starting dryer

Check that all fastenings are closed and that pockets are e mpty. Please ens ure tha t
there are no cigarette lighters in the wash. Turn laundry inside out.

Pull the door handle.

Place laundry loosely in the drum to achieve equal drying throughout. Then close
the door.

Select the drying programme required by turning the programme selector knob
(for information, refer to programme table).

Select the option required by pressing the corresponding button.
The indicator lamp above the relevant button lights up to confirm your selection. An
alarm sounds if an incorrect selection is made (incompatible options). Press the
button again to cancel the option.

The drying programme is started by pressing the Départ/Pause button.
The relevant indicator lamp lights up.

Changing programme selection: If the programme selected is changed during
drying, the dryer stops. The Départ/Pause indicator lamp flashes. To operate the
new programme, again press the Départ/Pause button.

Interrupting programme: To interrupt the dryer during the drying cycle, set the
programme selector knob to “Airing” and press the Départ/Pause button.
Wait at least 5 minutes before opening the door to allow the dryer to cool down.
For your safety the drying cycle stops automatically if you open the door. To restart,
after door opening, close the door and press the Départ/Pause button again.

End: Take the laundry out of the dryer. The drying process is complete and

Programme end -

unloading dryer

Switching dryer off

Please note: Only use additives/plastic items specified as dryer safe and rinse items that have been treated with stain remover

thoroughly in plenty of water before drying. Never dry rubber objects or objects stained with vegetable oils in the dryer.

the anti-crease phase has been reached (active).

Anti-Crease: 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 to prevent the laundry from creasing.

Set the programme selector knob to “ ”.
Cleaning the lint filter: Open door, pull lint filter up and out of machine. Brush lint

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

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