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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 10-13 Sorting your laundry Wash Care Labels Items not suitable for tumble drying Items requiring special attention Speedy Iron Programme Guide to Drying Times... -
Page 3: Safety Advice
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 WARNING: This appliance must be earthed! 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” 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. Drum FLUFF FILTER Model and... -
Page 7: Where To Put And Vent Your Dryer
Where to put and vent your dryer 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 2. Sort your laun- WARNING: on electricity. dry (see section WHEN SWITCHING “Sorting Your ELECTRICITY ON Laundry”) OR OFF, PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR HANDS ARE DRY. 4. Load the dryer 3. Open the door. placing the clothes Check that the fluff carefully in the drum... - Page 10 The Controls - Basic Models (not 2-way Tumble models) Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Indicator Timer control Turn the timer clockwise from the zero position slightly past the required time, then back to the required time. The drying time for both heat settings is controlled by the timer. Do not rotate the knob beyond 120 minutes (maximum drying time), or past the zero stop.
- Page 11 The Controls - Reverse (2-way Tumble models) Indicator Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Timer control Turn the timer clockwise to select the required drying time. 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 The Controls - Excel Auto Sensor models Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Sensor Drying Light Alarm Switch Indicator To set the required programme, all you have to do is turn the Timer Control clockwise until the required selection appears in line with the indicator.
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Page 13: The Controls
The Controls - Auto Sensor models (continued) Sensor Drying This light will glow when Sensor Drying is selected. it will stop glowing Light when the load is dry and the programme advances to the Cool Tumble phase. ii) Speedy Iron This is a short programme of approximately 10 minutes to condition Cycle previously dried clothes (See section “Speedy Iron Programme”). -
Page 14: Sorting Your Laundry
Sorting your laundry 1. Always separate laundry into the correct fabric groups before washing and drying. 2. See that all zips are closed, hooks and eyes are fastened and belt, strings etc. are tied loosely in bows, you will normally have done this for each item before the washing stage. -
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: Speedy Iron Programme
Speedy Iron Programme - Selected models ‘Speedy Iron’ provides a short programme consisting of approximately 7.5 minutes of heat with an approximately 2.5 minutes cool tumble period. It is a short conditioning programme that softens the fibres allowing them to relax making handling and ironing easier and less time consuming. -
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 the clothes after... -
Page 19: How To Remove And Clean The Fluff Filter
How to remove and clean the fluff filter A very important part of your dryer is the fluff filter at Position of filter the front edge of the drum. It’s there to trap the parti- cles of lint and fluff which are normally blown away when clothes are dried on the washing-line. -
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. When finished Switch off electricity and remove plug. After each load Always clean the filter and turn the drum by hand to check that small 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 Ser vice Engineer. -
Page 22: If Something Goes Wrong
If something goes wrong First, don’t panic! There may be nothing wrong at all. Look for your problem below, then check the things we suggest. More often than not, this will give you the answer to your problem, and you’ll be able to carry on without having to telephone your Service Centre. -
Page 24: Key Contacts
08701 50 60 70 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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