TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Please read this user manual 5.2 Laundry not suitable for first!........4 drying in the dryer .... 18 5.3 Preparing laundry for 2. Important safety and drying ........18 environmental instructions ...5 5.4 Things to be done for energy 2.1 General safety.......5 saving........
1. Please read this user manual first! Dear Customer, Thank you for prefering a Grundig product. We hope that your product which has been manufactured with high quality and technology will give you the best results. We advise you to read through this manual and the other accompanying documentation carefully before using your product and keep it for future reference.
2. Important safety and environmental instructions This section contains safety instructions that will help protect from risk of personal injury or property damage. Failure to follow these instructions shall void any warranty. 2.1 General safety • The dryer can be used by children at and above 8 years old and by persons whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities were not fully developed or who lack experience and knowledge provided that they are supervised or trained on the safe usage of the pro-...
2.1.1 Electrical safety Electrical safety instructions should be followed while electrical connection is made during the installation. The appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer,or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by utility. •...
2.1.2 Product safety Points to be taken into consideration for fire hazard: Below specified laundry or items must not be dried in the dryer because of fire hazard. • Unwashed laundry items • Items soiled with oil, acetone, alcohol, fuel oil, kerosene, stain removers, turpentine, paraffin or solvents must be washed in hot water with plenty of detergent before be- ing dried in the dryer.
Use softeners and similar products in accordance with the instructions of their manufacturers. Always clean the lint filter before or after each loading. Never operate the dryer without the lint filter installed. • Never attempt to repair the dryer by yourself. Do not perform any repair or replacement procedures on the product even if you know or have the ability to perform the required procedure unless it is clearly suggested in the operating instructions or the publis-...
Installation Table for Washing Machine and Dryer Washing Machine Depth Dryer Depth 62 cm 60 cm 54 cm 50 cm 49 cm 45 cm 40 cm Can be 54 cm Can be stacked stacked Cannot be stacked Cannot be 60 cm Can be stacked stacked 2.3 Intended use...
2.5 Compliance with the WEEE regulation and disposing of the waste product This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). This product bears a classification symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This product has been manufactured with high quality parts and materials which can be reused and are suitable for recycling.
2.8 Technical Specifications Height (Min. / Max.) 84,6 cm / 86,6 cm* Width 59,5 cm Depth 59,8 cm Capacity (max.) 8 kg** Net weight (plastic front door usage) 49 kg Net weight (glass front door usage) 51 kg Voltage Rated power input See type label*** Model code * Min.
3. Your Dryer Overview 1. Top panel 2. Control panel 3. Loading door 4. Kick plate opening button 5. Ventilation grids 6. Adjustable legs 7. Kick plate 8. Type label 9. Lint filter 10. Water tank drawer 11. Power cord...
3.2 Package Contents 1. Water drain hose * 2. Filter drawer spare sponge* 3. User Manual 4. Drying basket* 5. Drying basket user manual* *It can be supplied with your machine depending on its model.
4. Installation • Once the dryer is installed, it should stay at the same place Before the calling the nearest where its connections have been Authorized Service for the made. When installing the dryer, installation of the dryer, ensure that make sure that its rear wall does electrical installation and water drain not touch anywhere (tap, socket,...
Connecting the water drain hose Check that no part of the transportation safety 1-2 Pull hose at the behind of the assembly remains inside dryer by hand in order to disconnect the drum. it from where it is connected. Do not 4.3 Under counter installation use any tools to remove the hose.
4.5 Adjusting the feet 4.6 Electrical connection In order to ensure that the dryer For specific instructions for operates more silently and vibration- electrical connection required during installation (see 2.1.1 Electrical free, it must stand level and balanced Safety) on its feet. Balance the machine by adjusting the feet.
4.9 Changing the illumination lamp 4.8 Warnings about sounds In case an illumination lamp is used It is normal to hear a in your laundry dryer metallic noise from the compressor sometimes To change the Bulb/LED used for during operation. illumination of your tumble dryer, call your Authorized Service.
5. Preparation 5.1 Laundry suitable for drying in the dryer • Always obey the instructions given on the garment tags. Dry only the laundry having a label stating that they are suitable for drying in a dryer and make sure that you select the appropriate programme. LAUNDRY DRYING SYMBOLS Drying Suitable for...
• Follow the instructions in the It is not recommended user manual for programme to load the dryer with selection. laundry exceeding the level • Do not open the loading door indicated in the figure. of the machine during drying Drying performance will unless necessary.
6.3 Preparing the machine Only the cotton laundry is dried at normal 1. Plug in the machine. temperature. Thick and 2. Place the laundry in the multi layered laundry machine. (towels, linens, jeans Extra Dry 3. Press the On/off/cancel button and etc.) are dried in for 1 second (long).
• Synthetics There may be a little Dry less durable laundry with this moisture on the shirts at programme. Recommended for the end of the programme. synthetics. We recommend you not to leave the shirts in the 6.6 Additional programmes dryer.
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It is recommended to use a cloth bag to avoid certain delicate garments and laundry from getting creased or damaged. Take your laundry immediately out of the dryer and hang them after the programme ends in order to prevent them being creased. •...
6.7 Auxiliary functions Audio Warning The machine will give an audio warning when the programme comes Water tank to an end. Use the Audio Warning When the programme is completed, Level button to adjust the sound a warning symbol will appear to level.
3. Press End Time Setting 2. Press On/Off/Cancel button to selection button to set the start the programme you have desired End Time Setting previously selected. symbol lights up on the display. 6.9 Starting the programme (When the button is pressed Press Start/Pause button to start the and hold, End Time proceeds programme.
2. While in Pause mode, open the Child Lock is deactivated loading door, add or take out when the machine is laundry and close the loading switched off and on with door. On/Off/Cancel button. 3. Press the Start/Pause button to When the Child Lock is activated: start the programme.
6.12 Cancelling the programme 6.13 End of programme If you want to stop drying and cancel Lint Filter Cleaning and Water Tank the programme for any reason after warning symbols light up in the the machine has started to run, press programme follow-up indicator when and hold the On/Off/Cancel button the programme comes to an end.
7. Maintenance and cleaning Service life of the product extends and frequently faced problems decrease if cleaned at regular intervals. CAUTION: Unplug the product from the mains during any maintenance and cleaning works (control panel, body, etc.). A layer can build up on the filter pores that can cause clogging of the filter after 7.1 Lint Filter / Loading Door Inner...
7.3 Draining the water tank Dampness of the laundry is removed and condensed during drying process and the water that arise accumulates in the water tank. Drain the water tank after each drying cycle. CAUTION: Condensed 7.2 Cleaning the sensors water is not drinkable! There are dampness sensors in the CAUTION: Never remove...
3. If there is lint accumulation in 3. Pull out the filter drawer. the funnel of the water tank, clean it under running water. 4. Place the water tank into its seat. 7.4 Cleaning the filter drawer Lint and fiber that could not be captured by the lint filter are blocked 4.
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10. Place the filter drawer back into its place, turn the filter drawer cover in the arrow direction and close it securely. 7. Wash the filter drawer sponge by hand to remove the fiber and lint on the surface. After washing the sponge, squeeze it by hand and remove the excess water.
7.5 Cleaning the evaporator Clean the lint accumulated on the fins of the evaporator located behind the filter drawer with a vacuum cleaner. CAUTION: You can also clean by hand provided that you wear protective gloves. Do not attempt to clean with bare hands.
8.Troubleshooting Drying process takes too much time. • Pores of the lint filter are clogged. >>> Wash the lint filter with warm water. • Filter drawer is clogged. >>> Clean the sponge and the filter cloth in the filter drawer. •...
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Programme is interrupted without any cause. • The loading door might not be closed securely. >>> Push the loading door to close until you hear a locking sound. • A power failure might have occurred. >>> Press Start / Pause button to start the programme.
9 Electrical Connection Make sure that you have an earthed In order to avoid hazards, damaged power outlet socket rated at 13 amps supply cord should be replaced by (minimum). the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified people. 9.1 Attention! A Do not operate without the top cover When installed, the socket must be fitted.
Guarantee for Refrigeration, Cooking Appliances, Washing Machines, Tumble Dryers & Dishwashers. Your new Grundig product is guaranteed against the cost of breakdown repairs for five years from the date of the original purchase. What is covered? • Repairs necessary as a result of faulty materials, defective components or manufacturing defect.
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If you have purchased an extended guarantee please refer to the instructions contained within the extended guarantee agreement document. Otherwise please call the appropriate number above where service can be obtained at a charge. Should you experience any difficulty in obtaining service please contact the Grundig Customer Help-Line. Tel: 0845 603 1234 e-mail: service@Grundig.co.uk...
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