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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IO-WMS-3024 (02.2023/1) WTP 488 031 ONL Y USE THE APPLIANCE WHEN YOU HAVE DRYERS READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
CONTENTS WE ARE ENVIRONMENTALL Y FRIENDL Y BASIC INFORMATION SAFETY AND GARMENT CARE LABELS INSTALL THE APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS...
WE ARE ENVIRONMENTALL Y FRIENDL Y For many years, Amica has consistently pursued pro-ecological policy. Concern for the environment is as important for us as the use of modern technology. The development of technology has enabled our factories to become more environmentally friendly –...
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UNPACKING During transportation, protective packaging was used to protect the appliance against any damage. Af- ter unpacking, please dispose of all elements of packaging in a way that will not cause damage to the environ- ment. All materials used for packaging the appliance are environmentally friendly;...
DISPOSAL OF OLD APPLIANCE In accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU and local legislation re- garding used electrical and electronic goods, this appliance is marked with the symbol of the crossed-out waste container. This marking indicates that the appliance must not be disposed of together with other household waste after it has been used.
These Operating Instructions contain all the necessary information that will make the use of your Amica appliance sim- ple and fun. We also encourage you to find out more about other Amica appliances. We hope using your new appliance is a pleasure.
BASIC INFORMATION This appliance is intended for household use only for drying textiles and clothing. Level the appliance before connecting it to a wall socket. The manufacturer reserves the right to introduce changes, which do not affect operation of the appliance. Carefully read the instructions below before using the appliance.
SAFETY AND GARMENT CARE LABELS This appliance should not be used by children under 8 years of age, persons with reduced physical or mental capa- bilities, and persons who do not have sufficient skills to use this type of appli- ance.
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SAFETY AND GARMENT CARE LABELS Only dry clothing whose label in- dicates that it can be tumble dried. The manufacturer is not respon- sible for damage resulting from incorrect transport or use. Do not allow floor coverings to block the ventilation openings. Repairs to the appliance may only be carried out by an authorized service centre.
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SAFETY AND GARMENT CARE LABELS Do not damage the cord or plug. Keep pets away from the appli- ance. Fabric softeners or similar prod- ucts should be used as recom- mended by the manufacturer. Take all items such as lighters and matches, out of your pocket.
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SAFETY AND GARMENT CARE LABELS Be careful when moving the machine, because it is heavy. Always wear protective gloves. Always install the product against a wall. The rear wall of the appliance should be positioned against the wall. When the appliance is placed on a stable surface, use a spirit level to check that it is fully levelled.
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SAFETY AND GARMENT CARE LABELS Do not allow children to touch the door glass during appliance operation. The door surface becomes very hot and can cause scalding. Keep packaging elements out of the reach of children. Poisoning and irritation may oc- cur after swallowing detergents and cleaning agents and when they come into contact with the...
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SAFETY AND GARMENT CARE LABELS To avoid the risk of fire, NEVER tumble dry the following items of clothing and products: Do not dry dirty laundry. Laundry contaminated with substances such as cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol, kero- sene, stain removers, turpen- tine, wax and wax removers must be washed in warm water with detergent before drying in...
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SAFETY AND GARMENT CARE LABELS Textiles containing any kind of foam, sponge, rubber or parts or acces- sories resembling rubber. These in- clude latex foam sponges, swimming caps, waterproof fabrics, close fitting clothes and foam pillows. Items with padding and damaged gar- ments (pants or jackets).
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SAFETY AND GARMENT CARE LABELS This appliance contains the environmentally friendly but flammable R290 gas. Keep open flame and sources of ignition away from the product. NOTE: Do not turn off the dryer before the drying cycle ends un- less the laundry will be quickly removed and hung out in order to dissipate heat.
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SAFETY AND GARMENT CARE LABELS The power source must be grounded. The grounding cable must be buried underground and must not be con- nected to the utilities network, such as water pipe or gas pipe. Grounding and neutral wire and must be distin- guished and may not be connected together.
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SAFETY AND GARMENT CARE LABELS Do not allow lint to accumulate near the tumble dryer (does not apply to appliances with ex- haust vent outside the building). IMPORT ANT: The clearance be- tween the dryer and the floor must not be reduced by a car- pet, wood or cover, otherwise, sufficient volume of air cannot be supplied to the appliance.
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UNDERSTANDING THE SYMBOLS ON CLOTHES LABELS Note! • Never overload the appliance. • Do not dry wet clothes dripping water. This may damage the dryer or cause a fire. Make sure that the clothing is suitable for tumble drying and pay attention to the following symbols: Tumble dry, Tumble dry, Tumble dry, gentle...
INSTALL THE APPLIANCE Guide to the appliance Note: Familiarise yourself with the appliance. Control Panel Door Base Base access opening Ventilation grates Adjustable feet Bottom cover Name Plate Lint filter Drawer cover...
If the dryer is installed on of a washing machine, the total weight of these appliances can be almost 150 kilograms (after loading). Place the appliances on a stable floor with sufficient load carrying capacity! Amica washing machine and tumble dryer compatibility table Tumble Washing machine...
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Connect the drain hose NOTE: The hose must be connected in such a way that it cannot be disconnected. If the hose is disconnected while draining, water may flood the home. IMPORT ANT: The drain hose should be installed at a height of max. 80 cm.
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Levelling To ensure that the dryer runs quietly without vibrations, it must be stable and level - use the feet to level the appliance. Level the appliance by adjusting its legs. Turn the feet clockwise or counter clockwise until the dryer is level and stable.
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Connect appliance to electrical mains Electrical wall outlet where the appliance is connected must be in a visible and accessible place, Only plug the appliance into a properly installed socket with an earthing pin, Do not use an extension cord to connect the appliance, if the power cord is damaged, have it replaced by an authorised service technician, the electrical system to which the appliance is to be connected must...
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Prepare laundry for drying IMPORT ANT: Delicate, embroidered, wool / silk fabrics, clothes made of delicate and expensive fabrics, hermetic clothes and tulle curtains are not suitable for tumble drying. Take all items such as lighters and matches, out of your pocket.
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Before each drying 1. Spin the laundry in the washing machine before tumble drying. The high spin speed can reduce the drying time and save energy. 2. To make sure the drying results are uniform, sort the laundry by fabric type and drying pro- gramme.
DISPLA Y AND CONTROL PANEL Programme selector knob Use the programme selector knob to select the desired drying programme Selectable functions: [Delayed start], [Drying level], [Delicates], [Anti-Crease]. Press the Start/ Pause button Indicators and additional functions Symbols shown on the display Water container full indicator Clean the lint filter indicator Clean the heat exchanger indicator...
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Use this function to adjust clothes drying intensity. You can only activate Drying Level function before the programme starts. Press the [Drying Level] to select the drying time. The Drying Level function can be used only in [Cotton] [Mix] [Jeans] and [Synthetics] programmes.
DISPLA Y AND CONTROL PANEL Start a programme The Start / Pause indicator will flash when you select a programme. To start the programme, press the Start / Pause button. The Start / Pause indicator indicates that the programme has started and the drying indicator lights up. IMPORT ANT: Do not open the door while the programme is running.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING IMPORT ANT: Do not use industrial chemicals to clean the dryer. Do not use a dryer that has been cleaned with industrial chemicals. Clean the lint filter. IMPORT ANT: DON'T FORGET TO CLEAN THE LINT FIL TER AFTER EACH USE. To clean the lint filters: Open the door.
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If you use the dryer for an extended time, and a thick layer of lint deposits on the filter surface, remove the lint layer by washing the filter with warm water. Thoroughly dry the filter before replacing it. Empty the water container Pull the drawer cover and carefully remove the container.
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Clean the heat exchanger IMPORT ANT: Clean the heat exchanger when the “Clean the heat exchanger” warning appears. IMPORT ANT: EVEN IF THE “CLEAN THE HEA T EXCHANGER” INDICA TOR IS OFF, CLEAN THE HEA T EXCHANGER AFTER EVERY 30 DRYING CYCLES OR ONCE A MONTH. After the drying programme, open the door and wait for the dryer to cool down.
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Clean the humidity sensor The are humidity sensors inside the appliance that detect if the laundry is dry. To clean the sensors: Open the appliance door. If the appliance is still hot, allow it to cool down. Using a soft cloth moistened with vinegar, wipe the metal surfaces of the sensor and dry IMPORT ANT: CLEAN THE SENSOR MET AL SURFACES 4 TIMES A YEAR.
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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE Clean the dryer • Remove the plug from wall outlet before cleaning! • Clean the dryer with a clean damp cloth. Cleaning agents may damage the plastic surfaces and other parts. • Wear gloves when cleaning. •...
TROUBLESHOOTING The dryer feature an internal malfunction detection system – a malfunction is indicated by a combi- nation of flashing lights. The most common error codes are shown below. Display Probable cause and solution E03 / Empty the water container, if the problem persists, contact the nearest authorized service centre.
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PROBLEM REASON SOLUTION The drying process takes a The surface of the lint filter Wash the filter with lukewarm long time. might be clogged. water. The heat exchanger might be Clean the heat exchanger clogged. The ventilation grills in front of Open the doors/windows to the machine might be closed.
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The programme has been The loading door might not be Make sure that the loading door interrupted for no reason. closed properly. is properly closed. There might have been a Press the Start/Pause key to power failure. start the programme. The water tank might be full.
SPECIFICATION Type WTP 488 031 Rated voltage 220-240V / ~50Hz Rated power 1000 W Refrigerant R290 Ambient temperature* + 18°C ~+ 30°C Maximum Load max. 8 kg Dimensions Depth/Height/Breadth 845/596/563 [mm] Weight 44,5 kg Meets the requirements of EU legislation, EN-...
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