1. Please read this user manual first! Dear Customer, Thank you for preferring an Grundig product. We hope that your product which has been manufactured with high quality and technology will give you the best results. We advise you to read through this manual and the other accompanying documentation carefully before using your product and keep it for future reference.
2. Important instructions for safety and environment This section contains safety instructions that will help protect from risk of personal injury or property damage. Failure to follow these instructions shall void any warranty. 2.1 General safety • The dryer can be used by children at and above 8 years old and by persons whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities were not fully developed or who lack experience and knowledge provided that they are supervised or trained on the safe usage of the product and...
2.1.1 Electrical safety Electrical safety instructions should be followed while electrical connection is made during the installation. • Connect the dryer to a grounded outlet protected by a fuse at the value specified on the type label. Have the grounding installation performed by a qualified electrician.
2.1.2 Product safety Superheating of the clothes inside of the dryer can occur if you cancel the programme or in the event of a power failure whilst the dryer is running, this concentration of heat can cause self-combustion and fire so always activate the ventilation programme to cool down or quickly remove all laundry from the dryer in order to hang them up and dissipate the heat.
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• You must provide enough ventilation in order to prevent gases exiting from devices operating with other types of fuels including the naked flame from accumulating in the room due to the back fire effect. Underwear that contains metal reinforcements should not be dried in the dryer.
2.2 Mounting over a washing machine • A fixing device should be used between the two machines when installing the dryer above a washing machine. The fitting device must be installed by the authorized service agent. • Total weight of the washing machine and the dryer -with full load- when they are placed on top of each other reaches to approx.
2.4 Child safety • Packaging materials are dangerous for the children. Keep packaging materials away from children. • Electrical products are dangerous for the children. Keep children away from the product when it is operating. Do not let them tamper with the dryer.
2.8 Technical Specifications Height (Min. / Max.) 84,6 cm / 86,6 cm* Width 59,5 cm Depth 59,8 cm Capacity (max.) 8 kg ** Net weight (plastic front door usage) 50 kg Net weight (glass front door usage) 52 kg Voltage Rated power input See type label*** Model code...
3.2 Package Contents 1. Water drain hose * 2. Filter drawer spare sponge* 3. User Manual 4. Drying basket* 5. Drying basket user manual* *It can be supplied with your machine depending on its model.
4. Installation • There must not be a lockable, sliding or hinged door that may Before the calling the nearest block the opening of the loading Authorized Service for the door in the place where your installation of the dryer, ensure that dryer is to be installed.
4.4 Connecting to the drain In products equipped with condenser unit, water accumulates in the water tank during the drying cycle. You should drain accumulated water after each drying cycle. You can directly drain accumulated water through the water drain hose supplied with the product instead Check that no part of of periodically draining the water...
4.6 Electrical connection Hose connection should For specific instructions for be made in a safe manner. electrical connection required during Your drain house will be installation (see 2.1.1 Electrical flooded if the hose comes Safety) out of its housing during water discharge.
4.8 Warnings about sounds 4.9 Changing the illumination lamp It is normal to hear a In case an illumination lamp is used metallic noise from the in your laundry dryer.To change compressor sometimes the Bulb/LED used for illumination during operation. of your tumble dryer, call your Authorized Service.
5. Preparation 5.1 Laundry suitable for drying in the dryer Always obey the instructions given on the garment tags. Dry only the laundry having a label stating that they are suitable for drying in a dryer and make sure that you select the appropriate programme. LAUNDRY DRYING SYMBOLS Drying Suitable for...
• Follow the instructions in the It is not recommended user manual for programme to load the dryer with selection. laundry exceeding the level • Do not open the loading door indicated in the figure. of the machine during drying Drying performance will unless necessary.
6.3 Preparing the machine Normal laundry (E.g.: 1. Plug in the machine. tablecloths, underwear) 2. Place the laundry in the are dried in a way that machine. Cupboard they do not require 3. Press the On/off/cancel button Dry Plus ironing before placing in for 1 second (long).
6.6 Additional programmes • Bedding For special occasions, the following Dry fiber quilts with ‘machine- additional programmes are available: dryable’ label only. Make sure you are loading the quilt in the correct way Depending on the different to avoid damages on the machine device model, the additional and the quilt.
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• Wool Protect • Freshen Up Use this programme for drying wool Only ventilation is performed for 10 fabrics and textiles such as sweaters, minutes without blowing hot air. You which have been washed according can air the clothes that have been to their care label instructions.
6.8 Express Dry Anti-creasing A 2-hour anti creasing programme This application is available for all to prevent laundry from creasing will programmes highlighted with dark be activated if you do not take the colour on the control panel. laundry out after the programme has For example in case of “wardrobe come to an end.
Cleaning the filter drawer Changing the End Time Warning symbol flashes with certain If you want to change the time during intervals to remind that the filter countdown: 1. Press On/Off/Cancel button drawer needs to be cleaned. for 3 seconds to cancel the programme.
6.11 Child Lock 6.12 Changing the programme Machine is equipped with a Child after it has started Lock which prevents interfering After the machine starts, you can with the current programme flow change the selected programme by pressing any button. All buttons and dry your laundry in a different except the On/Off/Cancel button on programme.
6.13 Cancelling the programme You may repeat laundry If you want to stop drying and cancel adding or removing the programme for any reason after process as many times the machine has started to run, press as you desire during and hold the On/Off/Cancel button drying.
7. Maintenance and • A layer can build up on the filter pores that can cause clogging cleaning of the filter after using the dryer for a while. Wash the lint filter Service life of product extends and with warm water to remove the frequently experienced problems will layer that builds up on the lint be reduced if it is cleaned at regular...
7.2 Cleaning the sensor 7.3 Draining the water tank There are dampness sensors in the Dampness of the laundry is removed dryer that detect whether the laundry and condensed during drying process is dry or not. and the water that arise accumulates To clean the sensors: in the water tank.
• Place the water tank into its • Open the filter drawer by seat. pressing the red button. If the direct water draining is used as an option, there is no need to empty the water tank. 7.4 Cleaning the filter drawer Lint and fiber that could not be captured by the lint filter are blocked •...
7.5 Cleaning the evaporator • Place the sponge back into its place. Clean the lint accumulated on the fins of the evaporator located behind the filter drawer with a vacuum cleaner. • Close the filter drawer as to lock the red button. •...
8. Troubleshooting Drying process takes too much time. • Pores of the lint filter are clogged. >>> Wash the lint filter with warm water. • Filter drawer is clogged. >>> Clean the sponge and the filter cloth in the filter drawer. •...
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Programme is interrupted without any cause. • The loading door might not be closed securely. >>> Push the loading door to close until you hear a locking sound. • A power failure might have occurred. >>> Press Start / Pause button to start the programme.
9. Electrical In order to avoid hazards, damaged supply cord should be replaced by Connection the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified people. Make sure that you have an earthed power outlet socket rated at 13 amps Do not operate without the top (minimum).
Guarantee for Refrigeration, Cooking Appliances, Washing Machines, Tumble Dryers & Dishwashers. Your new Grundig product is guaranteed against the cost of breakdown repairs for five years from the date of the original purchase. What is covered? • Repairs necessary as a result of faulty materials, defective components or manufacturing defect.
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If you have purchased an extended guarantee please refer to the instructions contained within the extended guarantee agreement document. Otherwise please call the appropriate number above where service can be obtained at a charge. Should you experience any difficulty in obtaining service please contact the Grundig Customer Help-Line. Tel: 0845 603 1234 e-mail: service@Grundig.co.uk...
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