LAVATHERM 76485AH EN User manual

CONTENTS1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53. ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64. CONTROL PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75. BEFORE FIRST USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86. PROGRAMMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87. USING THE APPLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108. HINTS AND TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139. CARE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

10. TROUBLE SHOOTER AND SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1911. TECHNICAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2112. INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

FOR PERFECT RESULTSThank you for choosing this AEG product. We have created it to give you impeccableperformance for many years, with innovative technologies that help make life simpler –features you might not find on ordinary appliances. Please spend a few minutes reading to getthe very best from it.Visit our website for:

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICEWe recommend the use of original spare parts.When contacting Service, ensure that you have the following data available.The information can be found on the rating plate. Model, PNC, Serial Number.

Warning / Caution-Safety information

General information and tips

Environmental information

Subject to change without notice.

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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Before the installation and use of the ap-pliance, carefully read the supplied in-structions. The manufacturer is not re-sponsible if an incorrect installation anduse causes injuries and damages. Alwayskeep the instructions with the appliancefor future reference.

1.1 Children and vulnerablepeople safety

WARNING!Risk of suffocation, injury or per-manent disability.

• This appliance can be used by chil-dren aged from 8 years and aboveand persons with reduced physical,sensory or mental capabilities or lackof experience and knowledge if theyhave been given supervision or in-struction for the operation of the ap-pliance by a person who is responsiblefor their safety.

• Do not let children play with the appli-ance.

• Keep all packaging away from chil-dren.

• Keep all detergents away from chil-dren.

• Keep children and pets away from theappliance door when it is open.

• Cleaning and user maintenance shallnot be made by children without su-pervision.

1.2 Installation• Remove all the packaging.• Do not install or use a damaged appli-

ance.• Obey the installation instruction sup-

plied with the appliance.• Make sure that the floor where you in-

stall the appliance is flat, stable, heatresistant and clean.

• Do not install or use the appliancewhere the temperature is less than 5°Cor higher than 35°C.

• Do not install the appliance behind alockable door, a sliding door or a doorwith a hinge on the opposite side,

where the appliance door can not befully opened.

• Always be careful when you move theappliance because it is heavy. Alwayswear safety gloves.

• Always move the appliance vertically.• The rear surface of the appliance must

be put against the wall.• Make sure that there is air circulation

between the appliance and the floor.• Make sure the carpet does not ob-

struct the ventilation openings in thebase of the appliance (if applicable).

• Exhaust air must not be discharged in-to a flue which is used for exhaustingfumes from appliances burning gas orother fuels. (if applicable)

• If the tumble dryer is put on top of awashing machine, use the stacking kit.The stacking kit, available from yourauthorized vendor, can be used onlywith the appliance specified in the in-structions, supplied with the accesso-ry. Read it carefully before installation(Refer to the Installation leaflet).

• Ensure you have good ventilation inthe installation room to avoid the backflow of gases into the room from ap-pliances burning other fuels, includingopen fires.

• The appliance can be installed as free-standing or below the kitchen counterwith correct space (Refer to the Instal-lation leaflet).

• When the appliance is put in its per-manent position, check if it is fully lev-el with the aid of a spirit level. If it isnot, adjust the feet until it is.

Electrical connectionWARNING!Risk of fire and electrical shock.

• The appliance must be earthed.• Make sure that the electrical informa-

tion on the rating plate agrees withthe power supply. If not, contact anelectrician.

• Always use a correctly installed shock-proof socket.

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• Do not use multi-plug adapters andextension cables.

• Make sure not to cause damage to themains plug and to the mains cable.Should the appliance power supplycable need to be replaced, this mustbe carried out by our Service Centre.

• Connect the mains plug to the mainssocket only at the end of the installa-tion. Make sure that there is access tothe mains plug after the installation.

• Do not pull the mains cable to discon-nect the appliance. Always pull themains plug.

• Do not touch the mains cable or themains plug with wet hands.

• Only for UK and Ireland. The appli-ance has a 13 amp mains plug. If it isnecessary to change the fuse in themains plug, use a 13 amp ASTA (BS1362) fuse.

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This appliance complies with theE.E.C. Directives.

1.3 UseWARNING!Risk of fire, explosion, electricshock or damage to the appli-ance

• Use this appliance in a household on-ly.

• Do not change the specification of thisappliance.

• The final part of the drying cycle oc-curs without heat (cool down cycle) toensure that the items will not be dam-aged.If you stop the appliance before theend of the drying cycle, immediatelyremove and spread out all items, sothat the heat can dissipate.

• If you use fabric softener or similarproducts, obey the instructions on thepackaging.

• Do not run the appliance without a fil-ter. Clean the lint filter before or aftereach use.

• Wipe away lint that has accumulatedaround the appliance.

• Do not dry the damaged items whichcontain padding or fillings.

• Do not dry items such as foam rubber(latex foam), shower caps, waterprooftextiles, rubber backed articles andclothes or pillows fitted with foam rub-ber pads..

• Before drying items that have been incontact with substances such as cook-ing oil, acetone, alcohol , petrol, kero-sene, spot removers, turpentine, wax-es and wax removers, wash them inhot water with an extra amount of de-tergent.

• Do not dry items in the appliance if in-dustrial chemicals have been used forcleaning.

• Make sure that no gas lighters ormatches have been left in the pocketsof the clothing.

• Only dry fabrics which are applicableto dry in the tumble dryer. Follow theinstructions on the fabric label.

• Do not dry not washed items in theappliance.

• If you have washed your laundry with astain remover start an extra rinse cyclebefore you start the dryer.

• Do not drink or prepare food with thecondensed water. It can cause healthproblems to people and pets.

• Do not sit or stand on the open door.• Obey the maximum load volume of 8

kg (refer to the “Programme chart”chapter).

• Do not dry dripping wet clothes in thetumble dryer.

1.4 Care and CleaningWARNING!Risk of injury or damage to theappliance.

• Before maintenance, deactivate theappliance and disconnect the mainsplug from the mains socket.

• Do not use water spray and steam toclean the appliance.

• Clean the appliance with a moist softcloth. Only use neutral detergents. Donot use abrasive products, abrasivecleaning pads, solvents or metal ob-jects.

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1.5 Internal lightWARNING!Risk of injury.Visible LED radiation, do notlook directly into the beam.

The type of light bulb or halogenlamp used for this appliance, isonly for household appliances.Do not use it for house lighting.To replace the internal light, con-tact the Service.

1.6 DisposalWARNING!Risk of injury or suffocation.

• Disconnect the appliance from themains supply.

• Cut off the mains cable and discard it.• Remove the door catch to prevent

children and pets to get closed in theappliance.

CompressorWARNING!Risk of damage of the appliance.

• The compressor and its system in thetumble dryer is filled with the specialagent which is free from fluoro-chloro-hydrocarbons. This system must staytight. The damage of the system cancause a leakage.

2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

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1 Water container

2 Control panel

3 Drum light

4 Load door (reversible)

5 Primary filter

6 Sliding button to open the heat ex-changer door

7 Airflow slots

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8 Adjustable feet

9 Heat exchanger door

10 Heat exchanger filters cover

11 Lock knob

12 Rating plate

3. ACCESSORIES

3.1 Stacking kit

Accessory name: SKP11, STA8, STA9Available from your authorized vendor.Stacking kit can be used only with thewashing machines specified in the leaf-let. See the leaflet attached.Read carefully the instructions suppliedwith the accessory.

3.2 Draining kit

Accessory name: DK11.It is available from your authorized ven-dor (can be attached to some types ofthe tumble dryers)The accessory for through draining ofthe condensed water into a basin, si-phon, gully, etc. After the installation,

the water container is drained automati-cally. The water container must stay inthe appliance.The installed hose must be on the heightfrom minimum of 50 cm to maximum of1 m from floor level. The hose cannot bein loop. Decrease the length of the hoseif necessary.Read carefully the instructions suppliedwith the accessory.

3.3 Pedestal with the drawer

Accessory name: PDSTP10.It is available from your authorized ven-dor.To put the appliance higher at the levelwhich helps to easy load and remove thelaundry.The drawer can be used for laundry stor-age e.g. : towels, cleaning products andmore.Read carefully the instructions suppliedwith the accessory.

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3.4 Drying rack

Accessory name: RA5, RA6, RA11, RA12

It is available from your authorized ven-dor (can be attached to some types ofthe tumble dryers). Do the check withthe vendor or on the web site if the ac-cessory is compatible with your appli-ance.Drying rack accessory let to dry safely inthe tumble dryer:• sport shoes• wool• soft toys• lingerieRead carefully the instructions suppliedwith the accessory.

4. CONTROL PANEL

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1 The programme dial

2 The On/Off push button

3 Programme indicators

4 The Dry Plus push button

5 The Reverse Plus push button

6 The Anticrease push button

7 The Buzzer push button

8 The Time Drying push button

9 The Delay Start push button

10 The display

11 The Start/Pause push button

12 The indication lamps: drain the wa-ter container, clean the primary filter,clean the heat exchanger filters

4.1 Display

Symbol Description

default drynesslevel

moderate extradryness

maximum extradryness

reverse plus

m / m anti-crease time

drying cyclephase indicator

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Symbol Description

cooling cyclephase indicator

crease guard cy-cle phase indica-tor

child lock activa-ted

delay start

Symbol Description

cycle time indica-tion

- time programmeselection (10 min.- 2h.)

- delay start selec-tion (30 min. -20h.)

5. BEFORE FIRST USEClean the tumble dryer drum with amoist cloth or set a short programme(e.g. 30 minutes time programme) withthe load of moist cloths.At the beginning of drying cycle (3-5min.) there could be a slightly higher

sound level. It is because of start of thecompressor that is normal for compres-sor powered appliances such: refrigera-tors, freezers .

6. PROGRAMMES

Pro-grammes

Load1) Properties Available

functionsFabricmark

Cottons

Extra Dry 8 kg To dry cotton pieces of clothing.Drying level: extra dry.

all except:ReversePlus and

Time Drying

CupboardDry 2) 8 kg To dry cotton pieces of clothing.

Drying level: cupboard dry.

all except:ReversePlus and

Time Drying

Iron Dry 2) 8 kg To dry cotton pieces of clothing.Drying level: applicable to iron.

all except:ReversePlus and

Time Drying

Jeans 8 kg

To dry leisure clothing such asjeans, sweat-shirts of differentmaterial thicknesses (e.g. at theneck, cuffs and seams).

all except:ReversePlus and

Time Drying

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Pro-grammes

Load1) Properties Available

functionsFabricmark

Bed Linen 3 kgTo dry bed linen such as: singleand double sheet, pillowcase,bedspread.

all except:ReversePlus and

Time Drying

Duvets 3 kgTo dry single or double duvetand pillows (with feather, down orsynthetic fillings).

all except:ReversePlus and

Anticreaseand Time

Drying

Time Drying 8 kg

To dry laundry with the time setby the user. The time value mustbe related to the load. To dryone item or small quantities ofthe laundry we recommend touse short times.

all except:Dry Plus

and ReversePlus

Extra QuickMixed 3 kg To dry cotton and synthetic fab-

rics, uses low temperature.

all except:ReversePlus and

Time Drying

Synthetics

Extra Dry 3,5 kg To dry synthetic pieces of cloth-ing. Drying level: extra dry.

all exceptTime Drying

CupboardDry 2) 3,5 kg To dry synthetic pieces of cloth-

ing. Drying level: cupboard dry.all except

Time Drying

Iron Dry 3,5 kgTo dry synthetic pieces of cloth-ing. Drying level: applicable toiron.

all exceptTime Drying

Easy Iron1 kg(or 5

shirts)

To dry easy care fabrics suchshirts and blouses; for minimumironing effort. The results can bedifferent for to the different typesof fabric and its finish. Put fabricsin the tumble dryer straight. Afterthe cycle, immediately removedried fabrics and put on a clothshanger.

all except:ReversePlus and

Time Drying

Active Wear 2 kg

To dry outdoor pieces of cloth-ing, technical, sports, pile fabrics,waterproof and breathable jack-ets, shell jacket teamed with a re-movable fleece or inner insula-tion.

all exceptReversePlus and

Anticreaseand Time

Drying

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Pro-grammes

Load1) Properties Available

functionsFabricmark

Sports 2 kgTo dry sportswear, thin and lightfabrics, microfiber, polyester,which are not ironed.

all except:ReversePlus and

Time Drying

Silk/Lingerie 1 kg To dry silk/lingerie with warm airand gentle movement.

all except:ReversePlus and

Anticreaseand Time

Drying

Wool Re-fresh 1 kg

To refresh the cloths made ofwool . The cloths become softand cosy. We recommend to re-move the cloths immediately af-ter the programme end.

Buzzer ,Time Drying

3), DelayStart )

1) maximal weight of dry clothes2) For test institutes only:

To make a performance test use the standard programmes which are specified in the EN61121 document. If is necessary to correct the remaining moisture level of the laundry,adjust the programme with the Dry Plus function .You must clean the heat exchanger filters after each 3 cycles.

3) Only with the drying rack — see chapter ACCESSORIES

7. USING THE APPLIANCE

7.1 Preparing the laundryDry only the laundry applicableto dry in the tumble dryer. Makesure if the laundry is applicableto dry in the tumble dryer. Dothe check of the fabric mark onthe clothes.

Fabricmark

Property

Applicable to dry in thetumble dryer

Applicable to dry in thetumble dryer at standardtemperature

Applicable to dry in thetumble dryer at decreasedtemperature

Fabricmark

Property

Not applicable to dry in thetumble dryer

Correctly prepare the laundry:• close zips, button up duvet covers and

attach loose ties or ribbons (e.g. rib-bons of aprons) - laundry can tangle

• make sure the pockets are empty - re-move metal items (paper clips, safetypins, etc.).

• turn items with 2 fabric layers insideout (e.g. cotton lined anoraks, the cot-ton fabric layer must be external).

Dry only:• cotton and linen with Cottons pro-

grammes• synthetic and mixtures with Synthetic

programmes

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• separately the strong coloured textilesand the light coloured textiles - col-ours can bleed

• cotton jersey and knitwear only withthe applicable programmes - itemscan shrink

Do not put more laundry thanthe maximum load which is 8kg.

7.2 Loading the laundry1. Pull the appliance door2. Load loosely the laundry.3. Close the appliance door.

CAUTION!Do not lock the laundry in be-tween the appliance door andrubber seal.

7.3 Switching on the appliancePush the On/Off button to activate or todeactivate the appliance. When the ap-pliance is on, some indications come into the view on the display.

7.4 Auto stand-by functionTo decrease the energy consumption,the automatic stand-by function deacti-vates the appliance:• if the Start/Pause button was not

pushed in the time of 5 minutes.• after 5 minutes from the programme

end.Push the On/Off button to activate theappliance.

7.5 Setting a programme

Use the programme dial to set the pro-gramme. The possible time to completethe programme come into view on thedisplay.

The drying time you see is rela-ted to the load of 5 kg for cottonand jeans programmes. For theother programmes the dryingtime is related to the recommen-ded loads. The drying time of thecotton and jeans programmeswith the load more than 5 kg islonger.

7.6 Special functionsTogether with the programme you canset 1 or more special functions.To activate or deactivate the functionpush the applicable push button.

When the function is activated the LEDabove the push button or symbol on thedisplay comes into view.

7.7 The Dry Plus functionThis function helps to get the laundrymore dried. There are 3 possible selec-tions:

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- the default selection which is rela-ted to the programme.

— the selection to get the laundrylightly dried.

— the selection to get the laundrymore dried.

7.8 The Reverse Plus functionTo dry more lightly the sensitive andtemperature sensitive textiles (e.g. acryl-ic, viscose). This function helps also todecrease the creases on the laundry. Forfabrics with the symbol on the fabriclabel.

7.9 The Anticrease functionExtends anticrease phase (30 minutes) atthe end of the drying cycle to 90 mi-nutes. This function prevents laundryfrom creases. Laundry can be removedduring the anticrease phase.

7.10 The Buzzer functionWhen the buzzer function is activatedyou can hear the buzzer at the:• cycle end• anti-crease phase start and end• cycle interruptionThe buzzer function is by default alwayson. You can use this function to activateor deactivate the sound.

7.11 The Time Drying functionOperates only with the Time pro-gramme. Lets the user to set specialtime of drying programme from mini-mum 10 min. to maximum of 2 hours (in10 min. steps).

7.12 The Delay Start functionLet to delay the start of a dryingprogramme from minimum of 30minutes to maximum of 20 hours.

1. Set the drying programme and func-tions.

2. Push the Delay start button againand again until the necessary time ofthe delay come into the view on the

display (e.g. if the programmehas to start after 12 hours.)

3. To activate the Delay start function,push the Start/Pause button. Thetime to start decreases on the dis-play.

7.13 Child lock functionThe child lock can be set to prevent thechildren to play with the appliance. Thechild lock function locks all push buttonsand the programme dial (this functiondoes not lock On/Off button). To acti-vate the child lock function push the DryPlus and Reverse Plus buttons at thesame time until the symbol come intoview on the display. To deactivate pushagain the above buttons until the symbolgo out of view.You can activate the child lock function:• before you push the Start/Pause but-

ton - the appliance cannot start• after you push the Start/Pause button

- all the push buttons and the pro-gramme dial are deactivated

7.14 Starting a programme

To activate the programme push theStart/Pause button. The LED above thepush button changes the colour to red.

7.15 Change a programmeTo change a programme, push the On/Off button to deactivate appliance. Pushthe On/Off to activate the appliance andthen set the programme again.

7.16 At the end of programmeWhen the drying cycle is completed, the

symbol flashes on the display. If theBuzzer function is on, an acoustic signalsounds intermittently for one minute.To remove the laundry:

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1. Push the On/Off button for 2 sec-onds to deactivate the appliance.

2. Open the appliance door.3. Remove the laundry.4. Close the appliance door.

After each drying cycle:

• clean the filter• drain the water container(See chapter CARE AND CLEANING.)

8. HINTS AND TIPS

8.1 Ecological hints• Do not use fabric softener to wash and

then dry. In the tumble dryer laundrybecomes soft automatically.

• Use the condensate as distilled water,e.g. for steam ironing. If it is necessaryclean the condensate before (e.g. witha coffee filter) to remove possiblesmall pieces of fluff.

• Always keep the airflow slots on thebottom of the appliance clear.

• Use the load volumes which are speci-fied in the programmes chapter.

• Make sure that is good airflow in theappliance installation position.

• Clean the primary filter after each dry-ing cycle.

• Clean the heat exchanger filters whenthe applicable indicator comes intothe view on the control panel.

• Spin good the laundry before drying.

8.2 Water hardness andconductivityWater hardness can be different for dif-ferent locations. Water hardness has aneffect on the water conductivity and theoperation of the conductivity sensor inthe appliance. If you know the value ofthe water conductivity you can adjust thesensor to dry with the better results.To change the sensor conductivity:1. Turn the programme dial to availa-

ble programme.2. Push at the same time the Dry Plus

and the Anticrease buttons. Hold

down until one of the symbols go in-to view on the display:– low conductivity <300 μS/

cm– moderate conductivity

300-600 μS/cm– high conductivity >600

μS/cm3. Push the Start Pause button again

and again until you set necessarylevel.

4. To memorise the setting push at thesame time the Dry Plus and the Anti-crease buttons.

8.3 Water container full —indicationBy default the indication LED is alwayson. It comes into the view at the end ofthe cycle or when the water container isfull. When you use an external equip-ment to drain the container, the LED canbe off.To activate or deactivate the indication:1. Turn the programme dial to availa-

ble programme.2. Push at the same time the Dry Plus

and Buzzer buttons and hold downuntil you see the correct setting:– the LED is off and the symbol

goes into the view - TheLED is permanently off

– the LED is on and the symbol goes into the view - The

LED is activated

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9. CARE AND CLEANING

9.1 Cleaning the primary filterAt the end of each cycle the applicableindicator (clean the primary filter) is on totell you that the primary filter must becleaned.

The filter collects the fluff. Thefluff occurs while the cloths aredried in the tumble dryer.

To clean the primary filter:

1. Open the door.2. Pull the filter.

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3. Open the filter.

4. Use a moist hand to clean the filter.

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5. If necessary clean the filter withwarm water using a brush.Close the filter.

6. Remove fluff from the filter socket.For this a vacuum cleaner can beused.

7. Put the filter inside the filter socket.

CAUTION!Do not operate the tumble dryerwithout the primary filter or withdamaged or blocked filter.

Clean the primary filter after eachdrying cycle. Clogged filter in-creases the cycle time and cau-ses higher energy consumption.

9.2 Draining the condensedwater containerDrain the condensed water container af-ter each drying cycle.

If the condensed water container is full,the programme breaks off automaticallyand the drain the condensed water con-tainer LED is on. To continue the pro-gramme, drain the condensed watercontainer and press the start button.

To drain the condensed watercontainer automatically you caninstall draining accessory (seechapter: ACCESSORIES)

To drain the condensed water container:

1. Pull the condensed water containerand keep it in horizontal position.

2. Move the plastic connection out anddrain the condensed water containerinto a sink or equivalent receptacle.

3. Move plastic connection in and in-stall water container.

WARNING!Risk of poisoning. The con-densed water is not applicable todrink or to prepare food.

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The condensed water can beused as distilled water, e.g. forsteam ironing. If necessary filterthe condensed water (e.g. with acoffee filter) to remove possibleresidue and small pieces of fluff.

9.3 Cleaning the heatexchanger filtersIf the applicable indicator (clean the heatexchanger filters) is on, the filters mustbe cleaned.

The frequency to clean the filters is rela-ted to the laundry type and its quantity.If you dry with the maximum load, cleanthe filters after each 3 cycles.

To clean the filters:

1. Open the loading door.2. Move the release button on the bot-

tom of the door opening and openthe heat exchanger door.

3. Turn the blockage to unlock the heatexchanger cover.

4. Lower the heat exchanger filters cov-er.

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5. Lift the primary filter. Hold the heatexchanger filter and pull it out fromthe bottom compartment.

6. Push the hook to open the filter.

7. Use a moist hand to clean the filter.If necessary clean the filter withwarm water using a brush.Close the filter.

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8. Clean the small filter from the base

9. If necessary, one time for each 6months, remove the fluff from theheat exchanger compartment. Youcan use a vacuum cleaner.

10. Put the small filter and heat ex-changer filter back.

11. Close the heat exchanger cover.

12. Lock the blockage until it snaps.

13. Close the heat exchanger filterscover.

14. Close the heat exchanger door.

15. Put the primary filter.

CAUTION!Do not operate the tumble dryerwhen the heat exchanger filtersare blocked with fluff. This couldcause the damage to the tumbledryer. This also increases energyconsumption.Do not use sharp objects toclean the heat exchanger com-partment.Do not operate the tumble dryerwithout the filters.

9.4 Cleaning the drumWARNING!Disconnect the appliance beforeyou clean it.

Use a standard neutral soap detergentto clean the inner surface of the drumand drum ribs. Dry the cleaned surfaceswith a soft cloth.

CAUTION!Do not use abrasive materials orsteel wool to clean the drum.

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9.5 Cleaning the control paneland housingUse a standard neutral soap detergentto clean the control panel and housing.Use a moist cloth to clean. Dry thecleaned surfaces with a soft cloth.

CAUTION!Do not use furniture cleaningagents or cleaning agents whichcan cause corrosion to clean theappliance.

10. TROUBLE SHOOTER AND SERVICE

10.1 Troubleshooting

Problem1) Possible cause Remedy

The tumbledryer doesnot operate.

The tumble dryer is not con-nected to mains supply.

Connect in at mains socket.Check fuse in fuse box (domes-tic installation).

The loading door is opened. Close the loading door.

The On/Off button was notpushed. Push the On/Off button.

The Start/Pause button was notpushed. Push the Start/Pause button.

The appliance is in the standbymode. Push the On/Off button.

Unsatisfac-tory dryingresults.

Incorrect programme selection.Do the selection of the applica-ble programme. 2)

The filter is clogged. Clean the filter. 3)

The Dry Plus function was inminimum mode.

Change the Dry Plus functionto the moderate or maximummode.

The condenser is clogged. Clean the condenser. 3)

Too high volume of the load. Obey the maximum load vol-ume.

The airflow grill is clogged. Clean the airflow grill in thebottom of the appliance.

Dirt on the inner surface of thedrum.

Clean the inner surface of thedrum.

Too high water hardness.Set applicable water hard-ness4).

The doordoes notclose.

The filter not locked in the po-sition.

Put the filter in the correct posi-tion.

The laundry is locked betweenthe door and the seal.

Put the load correctly in thedrum.

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Problem1) Possible cause Remedy

Err (Error)on the dis-play.

You try to change the pro-gramme or the function afterthe start of the cycle.

Turn the tumble dryer off andon. Make the new selection.

The function you try to activateis not applicable with the selec-ted programme.

Turn the tumble dryer off andon. Make the new selection.

No drumlight 5) Defective drum light. Contact the service centre to

replace the drum light.

Abnormallyelapsingtime on thedisplay.)

The time to end is calculatedon the basis of the volume anddampness of the laundry.

The automatic procedure —this is not the appliance mal-function.

Programmeinactive. The water container is full. Drain the water container3) ,

push the Start/Pause button.

Drying cycletoo short.

Too small laundry volume.

Do the selection of time pro-gramme. The time value mustbe related to the load. To dryone item or small quantities ofthe laundry we recommend touse short times.

The laundry is too dry.Do the selection of time pro-gramme or higher drying level(e.g. Extra Dry )

Drying cycletoo long 6)

The filter is clogged. Clean the filter.

Too high volume of the load. Obey the maximum load vol-ume.

The laundry not spun sufficient-ly. Spin correctly the laundry.

Very high room temperature -this is not the appliance mal-function.

If possible, lower the roomtemperature.

1) If there is an error message on the display (e.g. E51): Turn the tumble dryer off and on.Make a selection of the new programme. Push the Start/Pause button. Does notoperate? - contact the service centre and give the error code.

2) follow the programme description — see PROGRAMMES chapter3) see CARE AND CLEANING chapter4) see section WATER HARDNESS in HINTS AND TIPS chapter5) Only the tumble dryers with drum light.6) Note: After maximum 5 hours the drying cycle ends automatically (see Drying cycle

complete section).

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11. TECHNICAL INFORMATION

height x width x depth 850 x 600 x 600 mm (maximal 640 mm)

drum volume 118 l

maximum depth with the load dooropened 1090 mm

maximum width with the load dooropened 950 mm

adjustable height 850 mm (+ 15 mm - feet regulation)

the appliance weight 55 kg

maximum load volume 8 kg

voltage 230-240 V

frequency 50 Hz

necessary fuse 13 A

total power 900 W

energy efficiency class A+

energy consumption kWh/cycle 1) 2,11 kWh

annual energy consumption2) 252 kWh

left—on mode power absorption 0,5 W

off mode power absorption 0,5 W

type of use Domestic

permitted ambient temperature + 5°C to + 35°C

1) 8 kg of cotton, centrifuged at 1000 rpm with reference to EN 611212) Energy consumption per year in kWh, 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(REGULATION (EU) No 392/2012).

12. INSTALLATION

12.1 UnpackingCAUTION!

Before use all parts of the transportpackaging must be removed.To remove the polystyrene blockages:1. Open the load door.

2. Pull plastic hose with the polystyreneblockages out from the drum.

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It is possible to adjust the height of thetumble dryer. To do that adjust the feet(see picture).

15mm

12.2 Installation under acounterThe appliance can be installed as free-standing or below the kitchen counterwith correct space (see picture).

> 850 mm

600 mm

600 mm

12.3 The load door reversalThe load door can be installed by theuser in the opposite side. It can help toeasily put and remove the laundry or ifthere is a limit to install the appliance.(see separate leaflet).

13. ENVIRONMENT CONCERNSRecycle the materials with thesymbol . Put the packaging inapplicable containers to recycle it.Help protect the environment andhuman health and to recycle wasteof electrical and electronic

appliances. Do not disposeappliances marked with the symbol with the household waste. Return theproduct to your local recyclingfacility or contact your municipaloffice.

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