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 Drying times 800 - 1000rpm in washing machine Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine Half load Full load Half load Full load Half load Full load 1 kg 2 kg 3 kg 4 kg 5 kg 6 kg 1 kg 2 kg 3 kg 1 kg 2 kg 30 - 40 40 - 55 55 - 70 70 - 80 80 - 90 95 - 120 40 - 50 50 - 70 70 - 90 40 - 60 55 - 75 Be careful not All fabrics contain a little natural moisture even when ‘dry’ and this nat to overdry ural moisture should not be lost if the clothes are to remain soft 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. Caring for your Dryer When finished Your Tumble Dryer needs very little attention. The following simple steps will keep it performing well. Switch off electricity and remove plug. Ensure hands are dry. After each load Always clean the filter, by rinsing under the tap or using a vacuum cleaner. Turn the dryer by hand to check that small items like handkerchiefs do not get missed. Always empty the water container. Every Week Wipe the drum and seal with a damp cloth. Every Month Cleaning Do not use Lubrication Fluff filter Condenser Sensor Tap Rear Front Remove condenser unit and clean any build up of fluff from between the plates by rinsing it under the tap with cold water. This should be done with cold water from the rear of the condenser. Refit with the handle at the front. Occasionally clean the surface of the stainless steel sensor inside the drum with vinegar to remove water contaminates. Apply carefully with a cloth this will maintain the drying performance of the dryer. The sensor is approx 50mm (2") round and located between the vanes of the drum towards the front of the dryer, rotate the drum if necessary to locate it. Every 6 months vacuum the front air intake grille and Vents at the rear of the dryer, to remove the build up of fluff, lint or dust. To remove accumulation of fluff from the door, front of condenser and filter areas, clean occasionally with a vacuum cleaner. Abrasive cleaners, scouring agents, acids, chlorine bleach or metal polish to clean any part of 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. 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 Office. If after this you still cannot get your machine to work, follow the advice given on the next page. Problem Check these things first ‘It won’t start’ 1. Is the machine plugged in and switched on at the socket? 2. Is the Control set to required programme? 3. Is the door securely closed? 4. Have you pressed the START button? 5. Has the fuse blown? (Try plugging in another appliance to check). 6. Have you used an extension lead? Many are not suitable. Try plugging the dryer directly into a socket to check. ‘It is taking a long 1. Have you forgotten to clean the filter? It should be cleaned after time to dry’ each load. 2. Does the water container need emptying? Is the Indicator lamp glowing red / orange? The bottle should be emptied after every load. 3. Does the Condenser need cleaning? It should be cleaned every month. 4. Have you selected the correct programme setting for the type of fabric you are drying? 5. Have the air intake grille or rear vents of the Dryer been obstructed? 6. Were the clothes ‘excessively wet’ when they were put in? 7. Was the correct programme selected? 8. Have you overloaded the dryer? ‘The Dryer is This is perfectly normal - it means that the Dryer is on ‘Crease Care’ tumbling and has reached the end of the drying cycle and the clothes are occasionally’ ready to take out. ‘The dryer keeps This is perfectly normal, the dryer is on ‘Crease Care’ as above. bleeping’ Press the Alarm (Buzzer) button and the bleeping will stop. Indicator Lamp is See section "The Controls", this indicates a possible fault. flashing Any other Have you re-read this instruction book? problem 18 If it still won’t work... Contact the Service Office (0870 6070805) if something is still wrong with your machine after you’ve been through the check-list on the previous page: 1. Switch off and unplug your machine from the mains. 2. Call your nearest Service Office or local importer on the teleph...