If your dryer is not drying clothes effectively, consider the following:
If water leaks from the machine, especially after the condenser unit has been cleaned, the possible causes and remedies are:
To clean the fluff filters:
If a programme cannot be started, check the following:
You should empty the condensed water container after every drying programme. The "Empty container" indicator light will come on if the maximum level is reached.
To clean the condenser unit (which may be referred to as the plinth filter):
If drying cycles are taking excessively long, consider the following:
The buzzer sounds at the end of the programme, or it will always sound when there is a fault, even if it has been switched off.
If your dryer stops mid-cycle, the programme may have been cancelled. Possible reasons and remedies include:
You can alter the volume of the buzzer. To do this:
You can use the Warm air programme to help remove odours from cotton clothing that has been worn but is still clean. Select a duration between 1/2 and 1 hour. Dampen the garments slightly beforehand or add a fabric conditioner sheet. Note that this programme will be less effective at removing odours from synthetic fibres.
When drying different fabric types, refer to the Programme chart and Tips on drying:
To reset the dryer, you can switch the dryer off and then on again. This is a common remedy for some issues like programmes not starting or being cancelled.
For delicate items, consider the following programmes:
The "Clean out airways" indicator light suggests a build-up of fluff in the filters or condenser unit. The cleaning process involves:
To ensure energy efficiency and avoid unnecessarily long drying times and high energy consumption, follow these tips:
The installation process involves several steps:
Beyond cleaning the fluff filters and condenser unit, other maintenance tasks for your dryer include:
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