Operating Instructions Tumble dryer Save these instructions for future reference Dear ASKO Customer, Thank you for choosing this quality product from Scandinavia, which was made in Sweden. We want you to feel assured that the inside of your new ma-...
Drying takes too long The laundry does not dry, or is too Error messages Technical information Technical data Service and guarantee Warranty How to contact the ASKO Appliances Inc. Installation instructions Positioning the tumble dryer Adjusting the feet Air exhaust Electrical installation...
Before using your machine for the first time Do you need this Use&Care Guide in spanish? Log onto www.askousa.com/customercare to download. ¿Necesita esta Instrucciones de uso y cuidado en español? Entre en www.askousa.com/customercare y descárguesela. Do not tumble dry Certain materials are not suitable for tumble dry- ing.
• The interior of the machine should be cleaned periodically by an authorized ASKO service agent. • Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.
Important safety instructions Grounding instructions A) Grounding instructions for a grounded, cord-connected appliance In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance (Canadian market only) is equipped with a cord having an equipment- grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
Child safety General Do not allow children to play with the tumble dryer. The tumble dryer does not start automatically when the door closes (for example, if a child closes the door from inside the dryer). In order to prevent children from starting a program or changing one that has already started, you can activate the Child-safe Start option.
Description of the tumble dryer Main power switch Panel Serial number tag and rating plate Lint filter holder Outer door Fan (behind hatch) Lint filter Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com...
Advice and tips before you tumble dry Here are some tips that may help you before you begin tumble drying. Have the clothes been spun? Items to be tumble dried should be spun at 1000 rpm or faster. Higher spin speeds save both ener- gy and drying time.
Operating instructions Warning! To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury to persons, read the "Important Safety Instructions" section before operating this appliance. Below are step-by-step instructions to help you achieve the best possible tumble drying results. Sort your fabrics You will achieve the most uniform drying results if the items are made of the same type of material.
Operating instructions Menu overview 1. Auto Heavy 2.Auto Normal 3. Auto Delicate 4. Auto Iron Dry 5. Timed dry 6. Air fluff programme Low temperature Time Saver Note! The illustration shows an example of a program. Program chart Here we present a few examples of the energy and time consumption of a few different program settings. Consumption can vary due to room temperature, humidity, load, variations in the power supply, and se- lected options For the consumption values given below, the requirements...
Operating instructions Selecting Options By selecting options, you can tailor a drying program to suit your requirements. The machine remembers which options you choose for each program and uses them (with one excep- tion – Delayed Start) the next time you select the same program.
Operating instructions Press the Start button Remaining drying time An estimate of the remaining drying time will be shown on the display a few minutes after the drying program starts. For example, 1:35 means it will take approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes for the load to dry.
Operating instructions To install the automatic drain hose, please see the section titled Installation Once drying has finished Turn off the main power switch. Remove the clothes and close the door to prevent small children from climbing into the machine. Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com...
Settings You can alter the following settings: • Buzzer Volume • Language • Child-safe Start Buzzer Volume You can choose to have the machine notify you when a program has finished or if an error has occurred. • Select Buzzer Volume by pressing the button under the symbol. •...
Care and maintenance instructions Cleaning the lint filter The lint filter must be cleaned after each load. If you have very hard water, this can cause limescale deposits in the lint filter. Check for any limescale deposits when cleaning the lint filter and, if necessary, wash the filter by hand.
Troubleshooting The machine will not start Check • that the door is properly closed. • that the main power switch is on. • that the machine is not programmed to start at a specific time (e.g., 13.30) • that any plug is connected. •...
ASKO replacement parts (labor cost not included) for the stainless steel tank if it exhibits a manufactur- ing defect such as cracking or rusting through. Ser- vice must be provided by an authorized ASKO ser- vice agent. ASKO replacement parts and/or repair labor to cor- rect defect in materials or workmanship.
• Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the continental United States. • Pickup and delivery. ASKO washers are de- signed to be repaired in the home. In no event shall ASKO Appliances Inc. be responsible for any incidental or con- sequential damages.
The tumble dryer can be positioned beside the washing machine. B. Stacked The tumble dryer can be placed on top of a ASKO washing machine. To stack the dryer, you need the stacking attachments (foot cups and anti-tip devices) that come with the machine: You will find...
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Installation instructions C. Built-in ASKO dryers can be installed beneath a cabinet or worktop with a minimum height of 34” (864 mm). There must be a gap of about 1/2” (12 mm) all around the machine, including between the rear edge of the machine top panel and the back wall.
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Installation instructions How to assemble the stacking kit: 1. Undo the anti-tip device. 2. Remove the two screws indicated on the back of the washing machine. 3. Secure the anti-tip device using the screws as shown in the picture. 4. Attach the plastic cups for mounting the tumble dryer’s front feet to the washing machine’s top cover.
Asko dryers have a “T-stile” exhaust vent that allows you to connect the duct on the rear or on the...
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Installation instructions Connecting the exhaust duct to the Left or Right Side Outlet To connect the exhaust duct to the left or right side outlet, follow the steps below: 1. Using a flathead screw-driver, turn the exhaust outlet cover you plan to use to the right or left to align the tabs holding the cover in place.
(rated 208–240 V.) To use this receptacle, you must use the ready-fitted plug supplied with the washing machine or an equivalent. ASKO washers rated 208–240 V have two internal fuses of 15 A each. The machine should only be connected to a grounded wall socket.
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Installation instructions Electrical Connections Warning! Read the Electrical requirements and grounding instructions before connecting the tumble dryer. Electric models of the dryer are manufactured for a 3-wire connection system. The dryer frame is grounded by a link to the neutral conductor on the dryer terminal block.
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Installation instructions 5. Connect ground (center) wire of power supply cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw. Tighten screw. 6. Connect the other wires to outer screws. 7. Tighten the strain relief screws. 8. Replace terminal box cover on back of dryer. 9.
Reversing the door Hinge pins (top and bottom) Cover washer Plastic plugs (on the upper and lower edges) Lock hook Hinges (left + right side) Toe kick Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com...
Reversing the door You can choose whether the door is hung on the right or the left. Follow these instructions: 1. Remove the Toe kick. 2. Unscrew the 2 screws on the hinges. 3. Lift the door up and remove it. Support the door while doing this.
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Notes Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com...
Quick guide Fabrics • Dry fabrics of the same type together to ensure they dry as evenly as possible. Turn on the main power switch Load the laundry • Close the door. Select a program and any options • Turn the program selector to the desired program.