EP 3496
Before using the machine, please also read the instructions for use carefully!
Quick Reference Guide
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Programme selector knob
The drying programme is selected by turning this knob.
Programme sequence
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.
+
Overdry protection
Drying
End of cycle
Anticrease
Options
Gentle
Reduces drying intensity (recommended for delicate items).
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” .
Anti-crease
Prevents laundry from creasing up to 12 hours. The end of cycle signal (Buzzer) is deselected.
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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 by:
Sort laundry according to care symbols:
Do not tumble dry
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).
Suitable for tumble drying at low drying temperature
Type of material: Cotton (linen); synthetic textiles (easy care).
Degree of drying: Cupboard dry, iron dry etc.
Suitable for tumble drying Do not tumble dry: Woollens, silk, nylon stockings, delicate embroidery, fabrics with metallic decorations, bulky items such as sleeping bags, etc.
Preparing laundry
Check that all fastenings are closed and that pockets are empty. Please ensure that there are no cigarette lighters in the wash. Turn laundry inside out.
Opening door
Pull the door handle.
Loading dryer and closing door
Place laundry loosely in the drum to achieve equal drying throughout. Then close the door.
Switching on machine and selecting programme
Select the drying programme required by turning the programme selector knob
(for information, refer to programme table).
Selecting options
(if available)
Starting dryer
Programme end unloading dryer
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 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.
Switching dryer off
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.
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.
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Overview of programmes
Type of textile
Fabrics
Programmes / Drying levels
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2
3
4
5
6
Cupboard dry +
Multi-layered, thick laundry such as: terry towels, dish cloths and dry towels, bed linen, underwear, terry towelling bath robes.
Cupboard dry *
Similar types of laundry which do not require ironing such as: dry towels, bed linen, underwear, baby clothes, T-shirts, cotton socks.
Cotton or linen hot wash / coloured laundry
Iron dry *
Max. 6 kg
Laundry which requires ironing such as: bed and table linen, dry towels, T-shirts, polo shirts, work clothes.
Cupboard dry +
Cupboard dry *
Laundry with thick, multi-layered areas such as: bed and table linen, track suits, anoraks, blankets.
Laundry which does not require ironing such as: shirts, blouses, T-shirts, sportswear.
Synthetic, mixed fibre or cotton easy care (ironing not required) laundry
Max. 2.5 kg
Iron dry
Laundry which requires ironing such as: trousers, dresses, skirts, shirts, blouses.
Volume of load kg
3.0
6.0
3.0
6.0
3.0
6.0
1.0
2.5
1.0
2.5
1.0
2.5
Options
Gentle
Approximate drying times
(in minutes)
Anti-crease
Very wet load
Wet load
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
75’
130’
70’
110’
50’
95’
25’
45’
20’
35’
15’
30’
80’
100’
50’
95’
45’
75’
20’
35’
15’
30’
10’
25’
Airing
Laundry is aired and refreshed for 30 minutes without heating.
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Completes drying or dries single items (suitable for all fabrics).
* Test programme in accordance with EN 61121.
A
B
C
X X
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How to proceed if ...
...you want to correctly care for and clean your dryer:
Clean the filter at the end of every cycle.
Please de-install once a year the air hose and remove the lint inside
• Open the door.
• Pull the filter upwards.
• Brush lint using a soft brush or your fingertips.
• Push the filter back into place.
Drying takes too long / laundry is not dry enough
...you want to check the dryer yourself first:
(If your machine is not functioning correctly, please check the following points before phoning for the customer service – also refer to relevant chapter in the instructions for use)
The dryer will not operate
(after a power failure, always press the
Départ/Pause button).
Lint filter indicator lamp on.
• Has the correct drying programme been selected?
• Was the inserted laundry too wet
(washing machine spin speed less than
800rpm)?
• Is the lint filter dirty (filter indicator light on)?
• Is the room temperature too high?
• Are the END and Anti-crease indicator lamps lighting up? The drying cycle is complete and the laundry can be taken out.
• Is the plug properly inserted into the mains electricity socket?
• Is there a power failure?
• Has the fuse blown?
• Is the door properly closed?
• Has a drying programme been selected?
• Has the Départ/Pause button been pressed?
• Is the lint filter clean?
• Is the vent hose blocked?
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
If the fault is still present once the above checks have been undertaken or should the fault occur for a second time, switch the machine off. Please contact your after-sales service representative (for more information, refer to the warranty manual).
Please have the following details ready when calling your after-sales service representative:
• 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.
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