Care And Maintenance - Indesit EcoTime IDVL 75 B R.9 Instruction Manual

Care and maintenance

Disconnecting the power supply
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! Disconnect the dryer when not in use or
during cleaning and maintenance operations.
Cleaning the fi lter after each cycle
The filter is a fundamental component of the
dryer: its function is to collect lint and fluff that
form during drying.
be seriously hampered: drying times beco-
mes longer and more energy is consumed.
Moreover, the dryer may become damaged.
!
Do not use the dryer unless the filter has been replaced in
its holder.
Checking the drum after each cycle
Rotate the drum manually to remove smaller items (handker-
chiefs) that could have been left inside the dryer.
Cleaning the drum
!
Avoid using abrasives, steel wool or stainless steel cleaning
agents to clean the drum.
A coloured film may appear on the stainless steel drum
surface: it may be caused by a combination of water and/or
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Clean the filter once
drying is completed, by
rinsing it under running
water or cleaning it
with a vacuum cleaner.
Should the filter beco-
me clogged, the flow of
air inside the dryer will
The filter is located
behind of the dryer seal
(see Picture).
Removing the filter:
1. Pull the filter's plastic
handle upwards (see
Picture).
2. Clean the
fluff off the filter
and replace it
correctly. Ensu-
re that the filter
is pushed fully
home.
cleaning agents such as fabric conditioners. This coloured
film does not affect the dryer's performance.
Cleaning the tumble dryer
• The external metal and plastic parts and the rubber parts
can be cleaned with the aid of a damp cloth.
• Periodically check the vent hose and all other parts of the
venting system and remove any accumulations of fluff and
lint.
!
Do not use solvents or abrasives.
!
Have the dryer checked regularly by authorised technical
personnel in order to ensure that the electrical and mechani-
cal parts work safely (see Assistance).