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  • Page 1 DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF A DRYER...
  • Page 2 Life is complicated today. Let's make at least laundry care simple! Your new dryer uses innovative technology and the latest achievements in laundry care to help you simplify your daily household chores. The technology offers the gentlest care for any garment, with minimum creasing. Moreover, your new dryer is also friendly to the environment as it uses power in the most economical way possible.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ......................Danger of hot surface ....................... Safety ............................DESCRIPTION OF THE DRYER ....................Technical data ........................... Control unit ..........................INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION ..................Selecting the room ........................Dryer placement ........................Adjusting the dryer feet ......................Draining the condensate ......................Connecting to the power mains ....................
  • Page 4 TIPS FOR DRYING AND ECONOMIC USE YOUR DRYER ........... TYPICAL CONSUMPTION TABLE ..................9 kg ............................Low standby mode ........................PRODUCT ENERGY LABEL AND PRODUCT FICHE ............DISPOSAL ..........................

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Failure to observe the instructions for use or inappropriate use of the dryer may result in damage to the laundry or the appliance, or injury to the user. Keep the instruction manual handy, near the dryer. Instructions for use are available on our website at www.gorenje.com.
  • Page 6 Follow the instructions for correct installation of the Gorenje dryer and connection to the power mains (see chapter »INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION«).
  • Page 7 In case of a defect, only use approved spare parts by authorized manufacturers. In case of incorrect dryer connection, incorrect use, or servicing by an unauthorized person, the user shall bear the cost of any damage as such damage shall not be covered by warranty. Always use the hoses supplied with the dryer.
  • Page 8 The lint must not to be allowed to accumulate around the tumble dryer. In the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, keep ventilation openings clear of obstruction. The appliance may not be in contact with a wall or adjacent furniture.
  • Page 9 If the condensate tube is blocked or clogged, then tumble dryer operation is stopped (see chapter »PAUSING AND CHANGING THE PROGRAMME/Full condensate tank«). Before moving the dryer or before storing it in a non-heated room during the winter, the condensate tank has to be emptied. That the lint trap has to be cleaned frequently, if applicable.
  • Page 10 The warranty does not cover consumables, minor deviations in colour, increased noise that results from appliance age and which does not affect the functionality of the dryer, and aesthetic defects on components, which do not affect the dryer's functionality and safety. WARNING! Child safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do...

  • Page 11: Danger Of Hot Surface

    Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. Danger of hot surface HOT SURFACE! At higher drying temperatures, the door glass will heat up. Be careful to avoid burns. Make sure children do not play near the door glass. The back of the dryer may get very hot during operation.

  • Page 12: Safety

    Safety DANGER OF FIRE! Only use the dryer to dry laundry that was washed with water. Do not dry any laundry that was washed or cleaned with flammable cleaners or substances (such as gasoline, trichloroethylene etc.) as this may result in an explosion. The tumble dryer is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning.

  • Page 13: Description Of The Dryer

    DESCRIPTION OF THE DRYER FRONT 1. Condensate tank 2. Dryer on/off and program selector knob 3. Touch control unit 4. Door 5. Net filter 6. Air vent 7. Heat pump filter 8. Rating plate BACK 1. Power cord 2. Condensate discharge hose 3.

  • Page 14: Technical Data

    Technical data (depending on the model) Rating plate with basic information about the dryer is located on the inner side of the dryer door (see chapter »DESCRIPTION OF THE DRYER«). Width 600 mm Height 850 mm Dryer depth (a) 625 mm Depth with door closed 653 mm Depth with door open (b)

  • Page 15: Control Unit

    Control unit EXTRA DRY (DRYNESS LEVEL) Dryer ON/OFF and PROGRAM The symbol is lit when the function is selected. SELECTOR KNOB. Extra functions 2a (1, 2, 3) allow selecting a To TURN ON the dryer, rotate the higher dryness level and extend the drying time. program selector knob in either direction.
  • Page 16 START/PAUSE BUTTON The button has 4 functions: • START starting the drying programme (start the programme with a brief press on the button); • PAUSE pause the drying programme (briefly press the button again to temporarily stop appliance operation); • SAVING PERSONAL SETTINGS (hold the key for 3 seconds).

  • Page 17: Installation And Connection

    Dryer placement If you also have a Gorenje dryer of corresponding (same) dimensions, it can be placed on top of the Gorenje washing machine; in this case, vacuum feet must be used and wall fixing bracket. Alternatively, the dryer can be placed next to the washing machine (figures 1 and 3).
  • Page 18 If your Gorenje washing machine is smaller (minimum depth 545 mm), than your Gorenje dryer, then the dryer support has to be purchased extra (figure 2). The supplied vacuum feet must be used; they are designed to prevent the dryer from slipping.
  • Page 19 WARNING! The appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the tumble dryer, in such a way that a full opening of the tumble dryer door is restricted.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Dryer Feet

    Adjusting the dryer feet Level the dryer in longitudinal and traverse direction by rotating the adjustable feet which allow levelling by +/- 1 cm. Use a spirit level and spanner No. 22. INFORMATION! Floor on which the dryer is placed must have a concrete base. It should be clean and dry; otherwise, the dryer may slide.

  • Page 21: Draining The Condensate

    Draining the condensate During the drying process, an indicator light (symbol (14), is lit on the display unit) warns when the condensate tank is full and needs to be emptied. To avoid emptying the condensate tank, run the condensate discharge hose located at the back of the appliance directly into a drain.

  • Page 22: Connecting To The Power Mains

    Connecting to the power mains ELECTRIC SHOCK! After installation, the dryer should stand still for two hours before it is connected to the power mains; this allows the dryer to stabilize. Connect the dryer to a grounded power outlet. After installation, the wall outlet should be freely accessible.

  • Page 23: Moving And Transport After Installation

    Moving and transport after installation After every drying cycle, a small amount of condensed water will remain in the dryer. Switch on the dryer and choose one of the programmes, then let the appliance operate for approximately half a minute. This will pump out the remaining water and prevent damage to the dryer during transport. If the dryer cannot be transported in the upright position, tilt it to the left side.

  • Page 24: Before Using The Appliance For The First Time

    BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME Make sure the dryer is disconnected from the power mains; then, open the door by pulling the left side of the door towards you (figures 1 and 2). Before using the dryer for the first time, clean the dryer drum using a soft damp cotton cloth and water (figure 3).

  • Page 25: Connecting The Appliance To The Connectlife Application

    Connecting the appliance to the ConnectLife application ConnectLife is a smart home platform that connects people, devices and services. The ConnectLife application includes advanced digital services and carefree solutions that allow users to monitor and control appliances, receive notifications from a smartphone, and update software (supported features may vary depending on your appliance and the region/country in which you are located).
  • Page 26 Press again the button (9) START/PAUSE . A 5-minute countdown will begin on the appliance. • In the ConnectLife app, instructions will guide you through the process of entering the appropriate data for your appliance to connect to your home network. How to enable remote start of the appliance? Move the programme selection button to ConnectLife/REMOTE CONTROL (remote control).
  • Page 27 Do you have more questions? Please visit us at www.connectlife.io or contact us at hello@connectlife.io. Remotely upgrading the software Check the software update options in the app ConnectLife.

  • Page 28: Drying Process, Step By Step (1 - 6)

    DRYING PROCESS, STEP BY STEP (1 - 6) Step 1: Heed the labels on the laundry Normal wash; Sensitive laundry Max. washing temp. Max. washing temp. Hand wash only 95°C 40°C Max. washing temp. Max. washing temp. Do not wash 60°C 30°C Bleaching...

  • Page 29: Step 2: Preparing For The Laundry Drying Process

    Step 2: Preparing for the laundry drying process 1. Sort the laundry by type and thickness of the fabric (see PROGRAMME TABLE). 2. Close the buttons and zips, tie any ribbons, and turn the pockets inside out. 3. Place very sensitive clothes in a special-purpose laundry bag. (The special-purpose laundry bag is available as an optional accessory.) Drying laundry made of particularly delicate fabrics that may be deformed is not recommended.

  • Page 30: Switching On The Dryer

    Switching on the dryer Connect the dryer to the power mains by plugging in the power cord. To turn on the dryer, rotate the program selector knob (1) to any position (figure 1). With some models, the dryer drum is lit as well (figure 2). (The light in the dryer drum is not suitable for any other use.) INFORMATION! The light in the dryer drum may only be replaced by the manufacturer, a service technician or an...

  • Page 31: Loading The Dryer

    Loading the dryer Open the dryer door by pulling the left side of the door towards you (figure 1). Insert the laundry into the drum (after making sure the drum is empty) (figure 2). Close the dryer door (figure 3). INFORMATION! Do not insert laundry into the dryer if it has not been wrung or spun (recommended minimum spinning cycle: 800 rpm).

  • Page 32: Step 3: Choosing The Drying Programme

    INFORMATION! When drying larger items (bedding, towels, tablecloths etc.), loosen them and then insert them into the dryer drum. Step 3: Choosing the drying programme Select the programme by rotating the programme selector knob (1) in either direction (depending on the type of laundry and the desired level of dryness).

  • Page 33: Program Chart

    Program chart Program Max. Programme description Dryness levels load Cotton (Cotton) Storage 9 kg Use this programme for thicker non-sensitive cotton (Cupboard dry) laundry. After drying, it will be dry and ready to be stored in the cupboard. Standard* 9 kg Use this programme for thicker non-sensitive cotton laundry of approximately the same thickness.

  • Page 34: Drysync Function

    Program Max. Programme description Dryness levels load 3 kg Use this programme for clothing with a membrane, for Sports sportswear made of mixed materials, and breathable (Sportswear) fabrics. NATUREDRY drying at a lower temperature that is friendlier to your laundry. Fast 89´...

  • Page 35: Remote Control Of Your Dryer Using The App

    Remote control of your dryer using the app INFORMATION! See chapter DRYING PROCESS, STEP BY STEP (1 6) and observe steps 1 and 2. On the appliance: 1. Close the dryer door. 2. Rotate the program selector knob to position ConnectLife/REMOTE CONTROL (Remote control) 3.

  • Page 36: Step 4: Selecting Extra Functions

    Step 4: Selecting extra functions INFORMATION! Activate/deactivate the functions by pressing the selected function (before pressing the (9) START/PAUSE button Adjust the settings by pressing the relevant function button (just before pressing the (9) START/PAUSE button Functions that can be changed or adjusted with the selected drying programme are partly lit (dimmed). Certain settings cannot be selected with some programmes.
  • Page 37 ANTI CREASE (CREASE PREVENTION) If you do not remove the laundry from the dryer immediately after the completion of the drying programme, we recommend using the (3) ANTI CREASE (CREASE PREVENTION) function. This function has to be selected before the start of the drying process. Press on the position (3) ANTI CREASE (CREASE PREVENTION) to choose between 1h, 2h, and 3h duration (3a) or deactivating this function.
  • Page 38 Example of function setting: If you wish the drying programme end at 6:00 in the morning and it is now 21:00, then set the DELAY END (DELAYING THE END OF THE DRYING PROGRAM) to 9 hours. NATURE DRY (LOWER TEMPERATURE) Press on the (8) NATURE DRY (LOWER TEMPERATURE) position to choose drying at a lower temperature that is friendlier to your laundry.
  • Page 39 SETTINGS USING A COMBINATION OF TWO BUTTONS PRESSED SIMULTANEOUSLY CHILD LOCK To activate or deactivate the child lock, simultaneously press the positions (3) ANTI CREASE (CREASE PREVENTION) and (5) TIME DRY (TIMED DRYING) and hold them for at least 3 seconds until the symbol lights up or goes off, respectively.
  • Page 40 You can take one step back by simultaneously pressing the positions (7) and (8) and holding them for 3 seconds. Use the (8) NATURE DRY (LOWER TEMPERATURE) key to select the available functions; use the (9) START/PAUSE key to confirm your selection.
  • Page 41 Extra function table Programmes Cotton (Cotton) Storage • • • (Cupboard dry) Standard* • • • Iron • • • (Moist for ironing) • • • • (Mixed laundry) Synthetic • • • (Synthetics) Wool (Wool) Bedding • • • (Bedding) Time •...

  • Page 42: Step 5: Starting The Drying Programme

    Step 5: Starting the drying programme Press the (9) START/PAUSE key. TIME REMAINING TO PROGRAMME COMPLETION or DELAY END (DELAYING THE END OF THE DRYING PROGRAM) time (if set) will appear on the display. Symbols will be lit on the selected functions. If the TIME REMAINING UNTIL PROGRAMME COMPLETION flashes three times on the display unit, and there is an audible signal, this means that the dryer door is open or not closed tightly.

  • Page 43: Interruptions And Changing The Programme

    INTERRUPTIONS AND CHANGING THE PROGRAMME Interruptions Interrupting the programme process Press the (9) START/PAUSE button to pause/resume a programme. To stop and cancel the drying programme, press the (9) START/PAUSE button and hold it for 3 seconds. The selected programme will stop, and the dryer will start to cool down. Cooling down time depends on the selected programme.

  • Page 44: Saving Personal Settings

    Saving personal settings Initial settings may be changed. When the program and additional functions are selected, you may store such combination by pressing the 3 START/PAUSE button and holding it for (9) seconds. A signal light on the (9) START/PAUSE button and an acoustic signal will confirm your selection.

  • Page 45: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ELECTRIC SHOCK! Before cleaning, make sure to switch off the dryer and disconnect it from the power mains (unplug the power cord from the outlet). The dryer is fitted with a filtering system consisting of several filters that prevent any impurities from entering the heat exchanger system.

  • Page 46: Cleaning The Door Net Filter In The Door

    Cleaning the door net filter in the door INFORMATION! Clean the net filter after each drying cycle. Open the filter housing. Pull out the net filter. Gently scrape the filter to remove the lint, i.e. the lining of fibres and threads, with your hand or with a cloth.

  • Page 47: Cleaning The Heat Pump Filter

    Cleaning the heat pump filter INFORMATION! During cleaning, some water may be spilled. It is therefore recommended to place an absorbent cloth on the floor. Open the outside cover. Hold the levers on the inside cover and rotate them as indicated by the arrows.

  • Page 48: Cleaning Of The Heat Exchanger

    Cleaning of the heat exchanger WARNING! Do not touch the inner metal parts of the heat exchanger with bare hands. Danger of injury on sharp parts. Use appropriate protection gloves when cleaning the heat exchanger. WARNING! Incorrect cleaning of the metal fins of the heat exchanger can permanently damage the tumble dryer.

  • Page 49: Emptying The Condensate Tank

    Emptying the condensate tank INFORMATION! Empty the condensate tank after each drying cycle. If the condensate tank is full, the drying programme will be paused automatically. Symbol (14) will light up on the display unit, indicating that the condensate tank should be emptied. Pull out the condensate tank from the dryer (using both hands as shown in the...

  • Page 50: Cleaning The Dryer

    Cleaning the dryer ELECTRIC SHOCK! Always disconnect the dryer from the power mains before cleaning. Clean the dryer exterior using a soft damp cotton cloth. WARNING! Do not use any solvents or cleaning agents that could damage the dryer (please observe the recommendations and warnings provided by the manufacturers of the cleaning agents).

  • Page 51: Trouble-Shooting

    TROUBLE-SHOOTING What to do ...? Disturbances from the environment (e.g. the power grid) may result in various error reports (see TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE). In such case: • Switch off the dryer and wait at least one minute. • Switch on the dryer and repeat the drying programme. •...
  • Page 52 Problem/Error Cause What to do? A slight hitting • If the dryer is out of use for a • The noise will subside without any noise appears. long period of time, the intervention. support elements are under stress at the same point. The door opens •...
  • Page 53 Problem/Error Cause What to do? The appliance • Appliance remote control is • Check if the Wi-Fi symbol on the cannot be not activated or enabled. appliance is lit, and set the program controlled selector knob (1) to position REMOTE remotely CONTROL (ConnectLife).

  • Page 54: Sounds

    Warnings indicated on the display unit may include the following: Warning Indication on the display unit What to do? and description of warning Condensate tank warning Empty the condensate tank before resuming the programme (see chapter »CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE/Emptying the condensate tank«).

  • Page 55: Service

    In such cases, the costs of repair shall be charged to the user. INFORMATION! The warranty does not cover the errors or failures resulting from disturbances from the environment (lightning strike, power grid failures, natural disasters etc.). Additional equipment and accessories for maintenance can be viewed on our website at: www.gorenje.com...

  • Page 56: Tips For Drying And Economic Use Your Dryer

    TIPS FOR DRYING AND ECONOMIC USE YOUR DRYER The most economical way of drying is to dry the recommended amount of laundry in each batch (see PROGRAMME TABLE). Drying laundry made of particularly delicate fabrics that may be deformed is not recommended. Use of conditioner in the washing cycle is not necessary as the laundry is soft and smooth after drying in the dryer.

  • Page 57: Typical Consumption Table

    TYPICAL CONSUMPTION TABLE The table lists the values for drying time and power consumption for drying of a test batch of laundry with various spinning rpm in the washing machine. 9 kg Program Load Spinning Electric Drying time [rpm] energy [min] consumption [kWh]...

  • Page 58: Low Standby Mode

    Low standby mode If you do not run any program or choose any settings after switching on the dryer (programme selector knob (1)), the display unit will be switched off after 5 minutes and switched to stand-by mode in order to save energy.

  • Page 59: Product Energy Label And Product Fiche

    PRODUCT ENERGY LABEL AND PRODUCT FICHE (depending on the model)
  • Page 60 PRODUCT FICHE according to EU-Regulation No. 392/2012 (depending on model) Legend Model XXXXXX Condenser tumble dryer YES=YES; NO=NO Vented tumble dryer YES=YES; NO=NO Automatic tumble dryer YES=YES; NO=NO »EU Ecolabel«, Regulation EC 66/2010 YES=YES; NO=NO Energy consumption of the standard cotton programme at full load X,XX ) [kWh] Energy consumption of the standard cotton programme at partial...

  • Page 61: Disposal

    DISPOSAL Packaging is made of environmentally friendly materials that can be recycled, disposed of, or destroyed without any hazard to the environment. To this end, packaging materials are labelled appropriately. The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the product should not be treated as normal household waste.
  • Page 62 GORENJE gospodinjski aparati, d.o.o. Address: Partizanska 12, 3320 Velenje, Slovenia Phone: +386 (0)3 899 10 00 Fax: +386 (0)3 899 28 00 www.gorenje.com 903165-a3 We reserve the right to any changes and errors in the instructions for use.

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