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Tumble Dryer
Instruction Book
5kg Models
You must read these instructions prior to using the appliance and retain them for future reference.
Contents
Safety Advice
Electrical Requirements
Features - Get to know the main parts of your Dryer
Where to put and vent your Dryer
How to use your Dryer
The Controls
Sorting your laundry
Wash Care Labels
Items not suitable for tumble drying
Items requiring special attention
Speedy Iron Programme
Guide to Drying Times
How to remove and clean the fluff filter
Caring for your Dryer
If something goes wrong
Key Contacts
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Back Cover
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Retention of this Instruction Book
This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the safe and proper use of the appliance.
If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else, or move house and leave it behind, make sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety warnings.
If the Book is lost or damaged a copy may be obtained from:
GDA Ltd., Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB
For your safety
IMPORTANT
Using your Tumble Dryer is easy.
Nevertheless, for your own safety and to get the best results it is important to know your
Dryer by reading right through this handbook before using your dryer for the first time.
NEVER
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Allow children to play with or otherwise interfere with the dryer.
NEVER
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Allow the air inlet at the back of the dryer, the air outlet or vent hose to be obstructed.
NEVER
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Direct the vent hose outlet towards the air intake at the back of the machine.
NEVER
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Allow the tumble dryer to recycle exhaust air.
NEVER
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Switch the machine off leaving a hot load in the drum.
NEVER
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Tumble dry without the filter in position.
NEVER
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Exceed the maximum load capacity recommended or place dripping wet items in the drum.
NEVER
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Use the dryer on a carpeted floor where the pile height would prevent air from entering the dryer from the base.
NEVER
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Allow lint to collect around the dryer.
NEVER
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Add liquid or sheet fabric conditioner to the dryer, use liquid conditioner in the final rinse of your wash.
NEVER
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Use the dryer for commercial drying, the dryer is only suitable for domestic use.
NEVER
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Dry Acrylics on the high heat setting.
NEVER
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Tumble dry articles that have NOT been well washed in water and detergent then well rinsed and spun.
NEVER
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Tumble dry articles that have had chemicals used for cleaning.
NEVER
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Dry articles that are contaminated with flammable substances such as: petrol, oil, paint, hair lacquer, creams, cooking fat or oil.
NEVER
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Tumble dry: rubber, foam rubber, plastic, plastic foam, nappy pants or liners, polythene or paper.
Large, very bulky items including duvets and sleeping bags.
NEVER
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Never attempt to stand on top of your dryer, it is not designed for such use and you could injure yourself or damage the dryer by such abuse.
NEVER
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Switch electricity On or Off with wet hands.
IMPORTANT
A CHILD COULD CLIMB INTO OR TAMPER WITH AN UNATTENDED
TUMBLE DRYER.
WHEN THE MACHINE IS NOT IN USE SWITCH OFF, REMOVE THE PLUG AND
CLOSE THE DOOR.
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For your safety
ALWAYS
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When the dryer is not in use, switch off at the wall, remove plug and close the door.
ALWAYS
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Comply with the specified electrical requirements.
ALWAYS
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Ensure that your dryer is installed correctly and has adequate ventilation. (see, "Where to put and vent your dryer.")
ALWAYS
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Use the vent hose for optimum drying performance.
ALWAYS
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Finish every programme with the cool tumble cycle provided on the control.
ALWAYS
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Clean the filter, it is essential that the filter is kept clear of fluff after EACH drying cycle.
ALWAYS
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Observe the rules for drying garments:
In particular woollen articles should not be dried in a tumble dryer unless they are labelled ‘Superwash’,
‘Machine washable’ or have the ‘May be tumble dried’ symbol:
If in any doubt do not dry wool in the machine.
Unlike other materials, the mechanism of wool shrinkage is irreversible, i.e. it will not stretch back to the original size and shape.
ALWAYS
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Buy genuine accessories and spares.
CAUTION: WHEN THE DRYER IS IN USE AVOID
TOUCHING THE REAR OF THE DRYER AS IT MAY BE
HOT.
Electrical Requirements
Supply
Changing the fuse
Moulded plug
WARNING: This appliance must be earthed!
REFER TO THE RATING PLATE FOR VOLTAGE AND CURRENT
REQUIREMENTS. (see diagram for location.)
The flexible mains lead is supplied fitted with a BS1363 plug and with a 13 amp BS1362 fuse.
The plug should be connected to the mains supply via a suitable switched socket which is accessible after installing your dryer.
If it is necessary to fit a replacement fuse, it must be a 13 amp
ASTA approved to BS1362 type.
WARNING: The plug must not be used without a fuse cover.
If a replacement fuse holder/cover is required, it must be of the same colour coding or wording as shown on the base of the plug.
Replacements are available from your Spares stockist.
Changing the plug
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following:
GREEN/YELLOW - EARTH
BLUE - NEUTRAL
Rewirable plug
If a replacement plug is to be fitted, the appropriate wire must be connected to the correct terminal,as follows:
GREEN &
YELLOW TO
EARTH
BLUE TO
NEUTRAL
CORD
CLAMP
13 AMP
FUSE
BROWN
TO LIVE
Connect:
Green/Yellow to terminal marked Earth or Green or
Blue to terminal marked Neutral or N or Black
Brown to terminal marked Live or L or Red.
If the plug being replaced is a non-rewirable type then the cut-off plug must be disposed of safely. DO NOT leave where it can be inserted into a socket and create a shock hazard.
Changing the mains cable
Should the mains lead ever require replacing at any time please contact your nearest Service Centre. A charge will be made for the replacement of the mains lead or if you require a longer lead.
The mains lead must only be replaced by a specially prepared cable obtainable from your Spares Stockist and fitted by a qualified electrician.
NOTE: IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OF THE ABOVE CONSULT A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
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Features - Get to know the main parts of your dryer
See “The Controls”
NOTE: if your dryer is new wipe out the inside of the drum before you first use it to remove any dust which may have accumulated during transit.
Model and serial numbers
FLUFF FILTER
Clean after each use
Drum
Fig. 2
Front vent with hose
(Vent cover at rear)
Rating Plate
Fig. 1
Vent Cover
Air Intake grill
Fig. 4
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Wall/window vent
(Vent cover at front)
Caution
Hot
Fig. 3
Rear venting with hose
(Vent cover at front)
Vent hose fitted here
Where to put and vent your dryer
Stacking it on your washing machine
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Your tumble dryer should NOT be located adjacent to a gas hob, cooker, heater, or eye level grill as flames from the burners could cause damage to your machine.
When the dryer is fitted under a work surface, allow space for air to enter the rear grille, 10mm above the dryer minimum.
If you are using this dryer adjacent or stacked on top of a washing machine SEPARATE mains plugs and sockets must be used for each appliance. DO NOT use 2-way adaptors or extension leads.
Both your tumble dryer and front loading washing machine are similar in design allowing the tumble dryer to be permanently stacked on top saving you valuable floor space.
A special stacking kit complete with instructions is available from your retailer or nearest Spares Centre.
IMPORTANT:
Only use genuine stacking kits. When ordering you must state the model numbers of both your Washing Machine and your Tumble Dryer. Unsuitable kits may result in potential hazard and will invalidate your warranty rights.
Venting options
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Some models are designed to give the option of venting the moist air from the front of the dryer. The dryer as supplied is rear venting. Some models can be converted to front venting by removing the vent cover from the aperture on the front (Fig. 1) of the dryer and fitting it in the aperture at the back.
When operating the dryer, there has to be adequate ventilation to avoid the back flow of gases into the room from appliances burning other fuels, including open fires.
A vent hose is recommended for optimum performance.
A vent hose must be used if the rear venting option is used.
(If this is not supplied it can be obtained from your retailer or
Spares Centre).
When front venting without a hose a window must always be opened to reduce condensation.
The hose must be fitted securely into the dryer, as shown on the diagrams on the previous page. If possible it is always best to connect the hose to a permanent outlet close to the dryer (see instructions on next page).
Ensure that the end of the hose is not directed towards the air intake grille at the rear of the dryer.
If permanent installation is not possible, the dryer will work just as well with the hose passed through a partly opened window. (See diagram on next page).
NOTE: The vent hose should not exceed 2.4 metres in length, and should be kept free of any possible accumulation of fluff lint (and water) by frequently shaking it out. Always ensure that the hose is not squashed.
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Where to put and vent your dryer
Permanent
Venting
Wall/Window
Venting
A
Storm cover
In conjunction with the vent hose we recommend the use of a
Wall/Window Vent Kit. These are available from your retailer or nearest Spares Centre.
Fitting instructions are supplied with the kits, which can be mounted through a wall or window. Details of positioning for wall mounting are as follows:- Break a hole through the wall to the left of the proposed position for the dryer. Keep the hose as short and straight as possible to prevent condensed moisture running back into the dr yer. Similarly the duct inser ted into the wall should slope downwards to the outside. For window venting with stacked dryer, the hole in the window should ideally be made below the outlet and the hose should be kept as short as possible.
B
Depending on the frequency of use, it is essential that the areas
A and B in the illustrations are checked periodically and any fluff or debris removed.
It is particularly important that the vent hose adaptor is fitted securely thus preventing any moisture laden air from being emitted back into the room.
NOTE: The dryer should not be pushed so far back that the hose adaptor is pulled out of position or the hose squashed.
The hose should be kept clear of the air intake grille and kinks or ‘U’ bends avoided as these will obstruct the hose or trap condensation.
WARNING:
1. ENSURE THAT THE DRYER IS ADEQUATELY
VENTILATED AND THAT THE END OF THE VENT HOSE
IS NOT DIRECTED TOWARDS THE AIR INTAKE DUCT.
2. THE DRYER MUST NOT RECYCLE EXHAUST AIR.
3. THE VENT HOSE MUST ALWAYS BE FITTED FOR
OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE.
4. MAKE SURE THAT THE VENT HOSE AND AIR INTAKE
GRILLES ARE NOT OBSTRUCTED OR BLOCKED.
5. MISUSE OF A TUMBLE DRYER MAY CREATE A FIRE
HAZARD.
6. DO NOT DISCHARGE THE EXHAUST AIR INTO A FLUE
WHICH IS USED FOR EXHAUSTING FUMES FROM
OTHER APPLIANCES BURNING GAS OR OTHER FUELS.
For open window venting it must be possible for the end of the hose to be directed downwards to prevent warm, moist air condensing in the room or in the dryer.
How to use your dryer
1. Plug in, switch on electricity.
3. Open the door.
Check that the fluff filter is clean (see section How to remove and clean the fluff filter).
5. Select the relevant heat setting
(see section “Sorting Your Laundry”).
When low heat is selected a coloured indicator (on top of switch) will be visible.
WARNING:
WHEN SWITCHING
ELECTRICITY ON
OR OFF, PLEASE
ENSURE THAT
YOUR HANDS ARE
DRY.
2. Sort your laundry (see section
“Sorting Your
Laundry”)
4. Load the dryer placing the clothes carefully in the drum pushing them well towards the back and away from the door seal. Close the door.
Button IN
HIGH HEAT
Button OUT
LOW HEAT
(Gentle)
6. (Selected models only)
Select Alarm (Buzzer) option, if required.
The buzzer is selected with the switch button ‘IN’ and cancelled with the button
‘OUT’.
Button IN
Alarm ON
Button OUT
Alarm OFF
7. Select the required programme/ drying time (See section
“The Controls”).
The dryer will start.
8. When finished open the door and take out the laundry.
Clean and replace the fluff filter.
9. Switch off electricity and remove plug from socket.
WARNING:
WHEN SWITCHING
ELECTRICITY ON
OR OFF, PLEASE
ENSURE THAT
YOUR HANDS ARE
DRY.
Never switch the dryer off with a HOT load in the drum.
You must terminate every programme with the Cool Tumble Phase.
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The Controls - Basic Models (not 2-way Tumble models)
Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Indicator
Timer control
Turn the timer clockwise from the zero position slightly past the required time, then back to the required time.
The drying time for both heat settings is controlled by the timer.
Do not rotate the knob beyond 120 minutes (maximum drying time), or past the zero stop. If you have selected more time than you require turn the knob anti-clockwise to select the correct time required.
This operation also starts the dryer, provided the door is closed and the machine is plugged in. The “Guide To Drying Times” section will tell you how much time you’ll need for various loads.
The Cool Tumble phase
About 10 minutes before the programme is completed, the heating elements will be switched off and the programme enters the final ‘Cool
Tumble’ phase. During this phase the fabric is cooled. You should always allow the dryer to complete this phase.
By opening the door, the dryer will stop and you can check the dryness of the load a often as you wish and, if you want, remove (or add) some items before they are fully dry. (This is particularly useful for a mixed load where you want to iron some items, but others are to be fully dried).
We recommend that the clothes are removed immediately after this programme to minimise creasing.
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The Controls - Reverse (2-way Tumble models)
Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat)
Indicator
Timer control
Turn the timer clockwise to select the required drying time.
The drying time for both heat settings is controlled by the timer. All you have to do is turn the Timer Control clockwise until the required time appears in line with the indicator.
Never wind the timer control anti-clockwise.
This operation also starts the dryer, provided the door is closed and the machine is plugged in. The “Guide To Drying Times” section will tell you how much time you’ll need for various loads.
The Cool Tumble phase
About 10 minutes before the programme is completed, the heating elements will be switched off and the programme enters the final ‘Cool
Tumble’ phase. During this phase the fabric is cooled. You should always allow the dryer to complete this phase.
By opening the door, the dryer will stop and you can check the dryness of the load a often as you wish and, if you want, remove (or add) some items before they are fully dry. (This is particularly useful for a mixed load where you want to iron some items, but others are to be fully dried).
We recommend that the clothes are removed immediately this programme is finished to minimise creasing.
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The Controls - Excel Auto Sensor models
Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Sensor Drying Light
Programme options i) Automatic
Drying
Alarm Switch Indicator
To set the required programme, all you have to do is turn the Timer
Control clockwise until the required selection appears in line with the indicator. Never turn the timer control anti-clockwise.
This operation also starts the dryer, provided the door is closed and the machine is plugged in.
1. Sensor (Automatic) Drying
B
(average) loads
2. Sensor (Automatic) Drying
A
(large) loads
3. Speedy Iron Cycle
4. Timed drying (up to 60 minutes)
5. Cool Tumble Phase
The Sensor Drying programmes will automatically dry most loads to the fully dry ready to wear condition. This eliminates the need to guess the drying times and saves energy. High Heat MUST be selected.
(Heat switch IN). To select Sensor Drying turn the selector to position:
B
for average loads and
A
for large loads.
B
‘Sensor’ Drying average loads
1 to 3kg Cottons, Polycottons or Synthetics (Dry Weight).
A
‘Sensor’ Drying large loads
3 to 5kg Cottons (Dry weight)
When the door is closed the Sensor Drying light will glow to indicate that Sensor Drying programme is running. When the load is dry, the selector will automatically advance to the 8 minute cool tumble phase.
Note:
• If LOW (Gentle) heat is selected for a Sensor Drying programme, the dryer will advance to COOL without drying the load.
• For acrylics and acrylic mixtures, select LOW heat and use timed drying.
• Small loads (less than 1kg) must be dried using the timed drying programme.
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The Controls - Auto Sensor models (continued)
Sensor Drying
Light ii) Speedy Iron
Cycle iii) Timed Drying iv) Cool Tumble
Phase
This light will glow when Sensor Drying is selected. it will stop glowing when the load is dry and the programme advances to the Cool Tumble phase.
This is a short programme of approximately 10 minutes to condition previously dried clothes (See section “Speedy Iron Programme”).
It consists of a period of heating followed by a short cool tumble period (as detailed below).
Select high heat for this programme.
It should not be used on damp loads, as it is NOT a drying programme.
To set the required time, all you have to do is turn the timer control
clockwise until the required time appears in line with the indicator.
Never turn the timer control anti-clockwise.
The chart in the section “Guide to Drying Times” will tell you how much time you’ll need for various loads.
This programme is particularly useful in cases where a damp load is required for ironing or LOW heat drying is required and also for small loads.
About 10 minutes before the programme is completed, the heating elements are switched off and the programme enters the final ‘Cool
Tumble” phase.
During this phase the fabric is cooled. You should always allow the dryer to complete this phase.
By opening the door the dryer will stop and you can check the dryness of the load as often as you wish and if you want to remove (or add) some items before they are fully dry. (This is particularly useful for a mixed load where you want to iron some items, but others are to be fully dried).
After this cycle, the ready signal (Alarm) will sound (if selected) to remind you that the clothes are ready to take out. To cancel, turn the timer to ‘0’ or press the option button (to its OUT position).
We recommend that the clothes Are removed immediately this programme ends to minimise creasing.
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Sorting your laundry
Maximum load size
Typical load
1. Always separate laundry into the correct fabric groups before washing and drying.
2. See that all zips are closed, hooks and eyes are fastened and belt, strings etc. are tied loosely in bows, you will normally have done this for each item before the washing stage.
3. It is important to extract as much water as possible from each item before drying. This saves you time and money.
WARNING: CLOTHES SHOULD NEVER BE LOADED
DRIPPING WET
4. Make sure that the items to be dried are suitable for tumble drying, or are not of a type requiring ‘special attention’ (see“Wash
Care Labels” section).
Your dryer will hold a load of 5kg (11lb) dry weight of natural fabrics.
if you are drying items of man-made fibres (synthetic or acrylics), the maximum load should not exceed 3kg (6.6lb) dry weight.
This difference is that man-made fibres require more space to tumble-dry without creasing.
WARNING: DO NOT OVERLOAD AS THIS COULD RESULT IN
REDUCED DRYING PERFORMANCE AND A POSSIBLE FIRE
HAZARD.
To help you estimate how many items it takes to make up a drying load, the charts below show the approximate weights of some everyday washing items.
Clothes
Blouse
Dress
Jeans
10 Nappies
Shirt
T-Shirt
Cotton 150g 5oz
Other 100g 3 1 /
2 oz
Cotton 500g 1lb 2oz
Other 350g 12oz
700g 1lb 6oz
1000g 2lb 3oz
Cotton 300g 10 1 /
2 oz
Other 200g 7oz
125g 4 1 /
2 oz
Household Items
Duvet cover Cotton 1500g 3lb 5oz
(Double)
Other 1000g 2lb 3oz
Large Tablecloth 700g 1lb 6oz
Small Tablecloth
Tea Towel
250g 9oz
100g 3 1 /
2 oz
Bath Towel
Hand Towel
Double Sheet
Single Sheet
700g 1lb 8oz
350g 12oz
500g 1lb 2oz
350g 12oz
If you group small cotton or terry-towelling items with a synthetic fabric load they could be damp at the end of the drying cycle. If this happens simply give them an additional short period of drying to finish them off.
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Wash Care Labels
Most of today’s fabrics can be tumble dried in your Dryer with no trouble at all, but there are certain fabric finishes which should be dried away from direct heat.
The majority of garments now have wash-care labels on them, giving full washing and drying instructions. These should always be followed carefully especially when you are drying something for the first time.
Typical symbols are:
May be tumble dried
Do not tumble dry
Or:
Tumble dry at high heat setting
Tumble dry at low heat setting
Items not suitable for tumble drying
• Those containing foam rubber or rubber-like materials or plastic film (e.g. pillows, cushions, PVC rainwear), or any other articles which are inflammable or contain inflammable substances (e.g.
towels contaminated with hair lacquer
• Fibreglass (e.g. some types of curtains)
• Items which have been dry cleaned
• Woollens. Woollen items need as much care in drying as they do in washing. The movement of the tumble-drying action causes the woollen fibre to shrink and distort.
• Garments with the ITCL Code (see ‘Items Requiring Special
Attention’).
Do not tumble dry.
• Large bulky items e.g. continental quilts, sleeping bags, pillows, cushions, double blankets and large bedspreads. These expand when drying and would prevent airflow through the Dryer.
WARNING: THE DRYER IS INTENDED FOR USE ONLY
WHERE WATER SOLUTION IS USED FOR THE CLEANING
PROCESS. MISUSE OF A TUMBLE DRYER MAY CREATE A
FIRE HAZARD.
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Items requiring special attention
Blankets and
Bedspreads
The drying requirements of blankets and bedspreads will, of course, vary tremendously according to size and weight. Some, however are simply too big. if you have difficulty getting them into the Dryer, the machine will have difficulty drying them properly. Blankets (and
Garments) made from Acrylic fibres (e.g. Acilan, Courtelle, Orion and
Dralon) must be dried with special care on Low heat setting.
Overdrying should be avoided to ensure heat creasing does not occur.
Permanently pleated or creased garments
Your dryer will cope with such clothes very well, but you should always read the manufacturer’s drying instructions attached to the garment before you begin.
Starched articles
Starched articles should be dried together in the same load to avoid the distribution of starch to non-starched items. You should use a slightly heavier starch solution than you would when drying the items on the washing line. Make sure that as much of the solution is removed from the load as possible before placing it in the Dryer.
Remove the items from the dryer as soon as they reach ironing dampness. If they are overdried the starch will powder, leaving the fabric limp - which rather defeats the purpose of the exercise!
Fabric conditioner
To make sure all your tumble dried clothes come out really fresh and soft we recommend you use a liquid fabric conditioner in the final rinse of your wash. A liquid fabric conditioner restores bounce and softness and helps eliminate static cling.
WARNING: ON NO ACCOUNT SHOULD LIQUID OR SHEET
FABRIC CONDITIONER BE ADDED TO THE DRYER ITSELF.
Home dry cleaning
Garments with the ITCL code may be cleaned using one of the
Home Dry Cleaning Kits available.
The instructions supplied with the Home Dry Cleaning Kit must be strictly followed.
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Speedy Iron Programme - Selected models
When to use
‘Speedy Iron’
Important!
Alarm Signal
‘Speedy Iron’ provides a short programme consisting of approximately
7.5 minutes of heat with an approximately 2.5 minutes cool tumble period. It is a short conditioning programme that softens the fibres allowing them to relax making handling and ironing easier and less time consuming.
However garments are dried, outside on the line, inside on a radiator, hung around the home or using a tumble dryer, once dry they usually get left in the same position/place for a long period of time. This tends to cause garment fibre stiffness which can make the handling of garments difficult and therefore the ironing time longer. Garments dried in any of the ways described above and left will benefit from the ‘Speedy
Iron’ programme.
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The ‘Speedy Iron’ cycle is not a drying programme. It has been designed to condition/soften garments that have already been dried and left unattended in this state for a period of time.
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All materials do not behave in exactly the same way when heated.
For instance, our testing has shown that materials such as
Tencel® and Acrylics are not relaxed quite as effectively by applying the ‘Speedy Iron’ cycle as was found on the more traditional Cottons and Polycottons.
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To obtain the best results from ‘Speedy Iron’ it is important that the weights recommended below are not exceeded and high heat is
selected. (Heat switch IN).
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For best results we recommend garments should be removed from the dryer immediately after the ‘Speedy Iron’ programme to be hung, folded neatly or ironed.
When this is not possible the ‘Speedy Iron’ programme should be repeated.
Recommended weights and materials
Material
Cotton and Cotton mixtures
Synthetics
Denim
Maximum load
2.5kg
2kg
2kg
5.5lb
4.4lb
4.4lb
On completion of the programme an alarm signal is sounded (if selected) to remind you to remove garments from the dryer.
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Guide to Drying Times
Please note that the Drying Times stated below and on appliance control panel are a GUIDE only and drying times are affected by:
The amount of water remaining in the clothes after spinning
Items such as towelling retain a lot of water after spinning, also the suggested wash programme for small items such as T-Shirts may sometimes incorporate a low spin speed which has the same effect.
The type of fabric
Your drying load may contain the same type of fabric but of different thicknesses. Thinner items will take less time to dry. Some fabrics, such as those used for jeans are of closer texture than others and although light when dry will be heavy after washing and spinning.
The quantity of clothes to be dried
Single items of clothes or small loads may take disproportionally longer to dry. It is more energy efficient to dry larger loads.
How dry you want the clothes
As it takes longer to fully dry clothes than to have them ready for ironing, you may wish to remove some clothes when they are slightly damp, ready for ironing and then continue to dry the remainder until they are fully dry.
The heat setting you have selected
The label on the garment should tell you the correct heat setting to select. See ‘Wash Care Labels’.
The temperature of the room
Bulky items
If the room in which the dryer is situated is cold, your clothes will take longer to dry than if the room is warm.
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
High Heat High Heat Gentle Heat
Drying times 800 - 1000rpm in washing machine
Half load
Full load
Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine
Half load
Full load
Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine
Half load
Full load
1 kg
20 - 30
2 kg
35 - 45
3 kg
45 - 60
4 kg
60 - 70
5 kg
70 - 80
1 kg
20 - 30
2 kg
35 - 45
3 kg
45 - 60
1 kg
25 - 40
2 kg
40 - 60
Be careful not to overdry
All fabrics contain a little natural moisture even when ‘dry’ and this natural 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.
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How to remove and clean the fluff filter
Position of filter
WARNING: NEVER USE SHEET FAB-
RIC CONDITIONER. IT MAY FALL INTO
THE FILTER AND RESTRICT THE AIR-
FLOW THROUGH THE DRYER
To remove the filter
A very important part of your dryer is the fluff filter at the front edge of the drum. It’s there to trap the particles of lint and fluff which are normally blown away when clothes are dried on the washing-line.
if the filter is allowed to become blocked, the passage of warm air through the drum will be severely restricted. This means your clothes will take much longer than normal to dry and the cost of drying them will be increased. it may also damage your dryer.
Small items, e.g. babies socks, may fall onto the filter.
These should be removed so that the filter is not restricted.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER
WITHOUT CLEANING THE FILTER AFTER
EACH DRYING CYCLE.
FAILURE TO CLEAN
THE FILTER MAY RESULT IN A FIRE HAZARD.
Grip the centre rib and pull the filter upwards and forwards through the door seal (see diagram).
Open the filter, and remove the fluff that has collected on the inside.
Wash or vacuum clean the filter occasionally.
Don’t be alarmed by the amount of fluff you may find on the filter. It’s part of the wearing, washing and drying process.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER
WITHOUT THE FILTER IN POSITION.
It is essential that the filter is replaced correctly. It must be fitted so that the symbols, shown on the filter above, face towards the front of the dryer. Ensure the filter is
fully located into the tumble dryer duct.
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Caring for your Dryer
When finished
After each load
As necessary
Lubrication
Your tumble dryer needs very little attention. The following simple steps will keep it performing well.
Switch off electricity and remove plug.
Always clean the filter and turn the drum by hand to check that small items like handkerchiefs do not get missed.
Clean exterior metal and plastic surfaces with a damp cloth or silicon polish only. Regularly check and clean if necessary, the vent hose and any permanent venting fixture to ensure that there has been no accumulation of fluff or lint during the drying process.
Clean fluff from the area below the fluff filter and the rear vent tube.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring agents, acids, chlorine bleach or metal polish to clean any part of the machine. These could damage 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.
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Spare parts
Please remember your new appliance is a complex piece of equipment.
‘DIY” repairs or unqualified and untrained service people may put you in danger, could damage the appliance, and might mean you lose cover under the Parts Guarantee.
If you do experience a problem with the appliance don’t take risks, call in our Ser vice Engineer. Our Spare Par ts are designed exclusively to fit your appliance. Do not use them for any other purpose as you may create a safety hazard.
Disposal of your product
To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your product carefully and safely.
Remove all doors and lids. Remove the mains cable (where fitted) by cutting off flush with the appliance and always ensure that no plug is left in a condition where it could be connected to the electricity supply.
To help the environment Local Authority instructions should be followed for the disposal of your product.
This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives.
Low Voltage Equipment
72/23/EEC
93/68/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
89/336/EEC
92/31/EEC
93/68/EEC
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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 Centre.
If after this you still cannot get your machine to work, follow the advice given on the next page.
Check these things first Problem
‘It won’t start’
Sensor Dry
Programmes
(Some models)
1. Is the machine plugged in and switched on at the socket?
2. Is the Timer Control set to required programme/time?
3. Is the door securely closed?
4. Has the fuse blown? (Try plugging in another appliance to check)
5. 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 time to dry’
(All Models)
1. Have you forgotten to clean the filter? Check it.
2. Have you selected the correct Heat setting for the type of fabric you are drying? (IN for High, OUT for low (Gentle)).
3. Is the flexible vent hose squashed, blocked or kinked? Check it for foreign objects or condensate (water).
4. Is the air inlet obstructed in any way?
5. Permanent venting - is flap on the storm cover obstructed?
6. Were the clothes ‘excessively wet’ when they were put in?
7. Was the correct programme/time selected?
8. Have you overloaded the dryer?
1. Has the correct programme been selected for the load?
3 - 5kg programme
A
‘The dryer keeps buzzing’ (Some models)
1 - 3kg programme
B
Less than 1kg use timed dry programme.
2. Has High heat been selected?
The Sensor Dry programmes will not operate on Low (Gentle) heat, if low heat is required use timed dry.
This is perfectly normal, the dryer has finished its programme. Press the Alarm button and the buzzing will stop or turn the Timer Control to ‘O’, the off position.
Any other problem
Have you re-read this instruction book?
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Key Contacts
Service
Creda has the largest appliance manufacturer’s service team in Europe, trained specialists directly employed by us to ensure your complete confidence.
Repair Service
UK: 08709 066 066
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200
You will be asked for the following information:-
Name, address and postcode.
Telephone number
Model / Serial number of the appliance
Clear and concise details of the query or fault
Place and Date of purchase
(Please keep the receipt as evidence will be required when the engineer calls).
Extended Warranty
To join: UK 08709 088 088
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200
Genuine Parts & Accessories
Mail Order Hotline
UK: 08709 077 077
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836
For further product information
08701 50 60 70
All Creda Services are offered as an extra benefit and do not affect your statutory rights.
General Domestic Appliances Limited, Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB
PRINTED BY SIMLEX . FOUR ASHES, WOLVERHAMPTON.
July 2002 Part No. 0766200074-02
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