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- Page 1 Tumble Dryer Instruction Book 5kg Models You must read these instructions prior to using the appliance and retain them for future reference.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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 Easy Iron Programme Guide to Drying Times... -
Page 3: For Your Safety
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 Allow children to play with or otherwise interfere with the dryer. - Page 4 For your safety ALWAYS When the dryer is not in use, switch off at the wall, remove plug and close the door. ALWAYS Comply with the specified electrical requirements. ALWAYS Ensure that your dryer is installed correctly and has adequate ventilation.
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Page 5: Electrical Requirements
Electrical Requirements Supply 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. -
Page 6: Features - Get To Know The Main Parts Of Your Dryer
Features - Get to know the main parts of your dryer See “The Controls” Model and serial numbers Fig. 1 Vent Cover Fig. 4 Wall/window vent (Vent cover at front) 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. -
Page 7: Where To Put And Vent Your Dryer
Where to put and vent your dryer Stacking it on your washing machine Venting options 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. - Page 8 Where to put and vent your dryer Permanent In conjunction with the vent hose we recommend the use of a Venting Wall/Window Vent Kit. These are available from your retailer or nearest Spares Centre. Wall/Window Fitting instructions are supplied with the kits, which can be mounted Venting through a wall or window.
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Page 9: How To Use Your 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. -
Page 10: The Controls
The Controls - Basic Models (not Reverse Action) Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Turn the timer clockwise to select the required drying time. Timer control 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. - Page 11 The Controls - Anti Tangle (Reverse Action) Models Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Turn the timer clockwise to select the required drying time. Timer control 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.
- Page 12 1 to 3kg Cottons, Polycottons or Synthetics (Dry Weight). S-FULL LOAD Smart Drying large loads 3 to 5kg Cottons (Dry weight) When the door is closed the Smart Drying light will glow to indicate that Smart Drying programme is running. When the load is dry, the selec- tor will automatically advance to the 8 minute cool tumble phase.
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Page 13: The Controls
The Controls - Smart Dry Models (continued) This light will glow when Smart Drying is selected. it will stop glowing Smart Drying Light when the load is dry and the programme advances to the Cool Tumble phase. ii) Easy Iron Cycle This is a short programme of approximately 10 minutes to condition previously dried clothes (See section “Easy Iron Programme”). -
Page 14: Sorting Your Laundry
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. Maximum load size if you are drying items of man-made fibres (synthetic or acrylics), the maximum load should not exceed 3kg (6.6lb) dry weight. -
Page 15: Wash Care Labels
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. -
Page 16: Items Requiring Special Attention
Items requiring special attention Blankets and The drying requirements of blankets and bedspreads will, of course, Bedspreads 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. -
Page 17: 'Easy Iron' Programme
Recommended weights and materials Cotton and Cotton mixtures On completion of the programme an audio signal is sounded (if Audio Signal selected) to remind you to remove garments from the dryer. Material Synthetics Denim Maximum load 2.5kg 5.5lb 4.4lb 4.4lb... -
Page 18: Guide To Drying Times
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 Items such as towelling retain a lot of water after spinning, also the water remaining in suggested wash programme for small items such as T-Shirts may sometimes incorporate a low spin speed which has the same effect. -
Page 19: How To Remove And Clean The Fluff Filter
How to remove and clean the fluff filter Position of filter WARNING: NEVER USE SHEET FABRIC CONDITIONER. IT MAY FALL INTO THE FILTER AND RESTRICT THE AIRFLOW 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. -
Page 20: Caring For Your Dryer
Caring for your Dryer Your tumble dryer needs very little attention. The following simple steps will keep it performing well. Switch off electricity and remove plug. When finished Always clean the filter and turn the drum by hand to check that small After each load items like handkerchiefs do not get missed. -
Page 21: Spare Parts
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 Service Engineer. -
Page 22: If Something Goes Wrong
(IN for High, OUT for low). for foreign objects or condensate (water). 3 - 5kg programme S - FULL LOAD 1 - 3kg programme S - HALF LOAD Less than 1kg use timed dry programme. -
Page 24: Repair Service
Genuine Parts & Accessories For further product information 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.
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