AEG LAVATHERM 75280AC User manual

EN User Manual
Tumble Dryer LAVATHERM 75280AC

CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INFORMATION...........................................................................................2
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................... 5
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION........................................................................................ 7
4. ACCESSORIES...........................................................................................................8
5. CONTROL PANEL.....................................................................................................9
6. PROGRAMME TABLE.............................................................................................10
7. OPTIONS................................................................................................................. 13
8. BEFORE FIRST USE.................................................................................................13
9. DAILY USE................................................................................................................13
10. HINTS AND TIPS...................................................................................................16
11. CARE AND CLEANING........................................................................................ 16
12. TROUBLESHOOTING...........................................................................................19
13. TECHNICAL DATA............................................................................................... 20
14. INSTALLATION..................................................................................................... 21
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The information can be found on the rating plate.
Warning / Caution-Safety information
General information and tips
Environmental information
Subject to change without notice.
1. SAFETY INFORMATION
Before beginning the installation and use of this
appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The
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manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or
damages that are the result of incorrect installation or
usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and
accessible location for future reference.
1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety
WARNING!
Risk of suffocation, injury or permanent
disability.
•This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards involved.
•Do not let children play with the appliance.
•Children aged 3 years and under must be kept away
from this appliance when it is in operation at all times.
•Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of
it appropriately.
•Keep detergents away from children.
•Keep children and pets away from the appliance door
when it is open.
•If the appliance has a child safety device, this should
be activated.
•Children shall not carry out cleaning and user
maintenance of the appliance without supervision.
1.2 General Safety
•Do not change the specification of this appliance.
•If the tumble dryer is put on top of a washing
machine, use the stacking kit. The stacking kit,
available from your authorized vendor, can be used
only with the appliance specified in the instructions,
supplied with the accessory. Read it carefully before
installation (Refer to the Installation leaflet).
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•The appliance can be installed as freestanding or
below the kitchen counter with correct space (Refer to
the Installation leaflet).
•Do not install the appliance behind a lockable door, a
sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite
side, that would prevent the appliance door from
being fully opened.
•The ventilation opening in the base (if applicable)
must not be covered by a carpet, mat, or any floor
covering.
•WARNING: The appliance must not be supplied
through an external switching device, such as timer, or
connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and
off by a utility.
•Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at
the end of the installation process. Make sure that the
mains plug is accessible after installation.
•Ensure good air ventilation in the located room to
avoid the backflow of unwanted gases into the room
from appliances burning gas or other fuels, including
open fires.
•Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is
used for exhausting fumes from any appliances
burning gas or other fuels.
•If the mains power supply cable is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised
Service Centre or similarly qualified persons to avoid
an electrical hazard.
•Do not exceed the maximum load of 8 kg (refer to the
"Programme chart" chapter).
•Do not use the appliance if items have been soiled
with industrial chemicals.
•Wipe away lint or packaging debris that has
accumulated around the appliance.
•Do not run the appliance without a filter. Clean the lint
filter before or after each use.
•Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.
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•Items that have been soiled with substances such as
cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol, kerosene, spot
removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers should
be washed in hot water with an extra amount of
detergent before being dried in the tumble dryer.
•Items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps,
waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes
or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads should not be
dried in the tumble dryer.
•Fabric softeners, or similar products, should only be
used as specified by the product manufacturer’s
instructions.
•Remove all objects from items that could be a source
of fire ignition such as lighters or matches.
•Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the
drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and
spread out so that the heat is dissipated.
•The final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without
heat (cool down cycle) to ensure that the items are left
at a temperature that ensures that the items will not
be damaged.
•Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the
appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the
socket.
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 Installation
• Remove all the packaging.
• Do not install or use a damaged
appliance.
• Follow the installation instruction
supplied with the appliance.
• Always take care when moving the
appliance as it is heavy. Always use
safety gloves and enclosed footwear.
• Do not install or use the appliance
where the temperature can be less
than 5°C or higher than 35°C.
• The floor area where the appliance is
to be installed must be flat, stable,
heat resistant and clean.
• Make sure that there is air circulation
between the appliance and the floor.
• Always keep the appliance vertical
when being moved.
• The rear surface of the appliance
must be put against the wall.
• When the appliance is in its
permanent position, check that it is
fully level with the aid of a spirit level.
If it is not, adjust the feet accordingly.
2.2 Electrical connection
WARNING!
Risk of fire and electrical
shock.
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• The appliance must be earthed.
• Make sure that the electrical
information on the rating plate agrees
with the power supply. If not, contact
an electrician.
• Always use a correctly installed
shockproof socket.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and
extension cables.
• Do not pull the mains cable to
disconnect the appliance. Always pull
the mains plug.
• Do not touch the mains cable or the
mains plug with wet hands.
• This appliance complies with the
E.E.C. Directives.
2.3 Use
WARNING!
Risk of injury, electrical
shock, fire, burns or damage
to the appliance.
• This appliance is for household use
only.
• Do not dry damaged (torn, frayed)
items that contain padding or fillings.
• Only dry fabrics which are applicable
to dry in the tumble dryer. Follow the
instructions on the fabric label.
• If you have washed your laundry with
a stain remover start an extra rinse
cycle before you start the dryer.
• Do not drink or prepare food with the
condensed water/distilled water. It
can cause health problems to people
and pets.
• Do not sit or stand on the open door.
• Do not dry dripping wet clothes in the
tumble dryer.
2.4 Care and cleaning
WARNING!
Risk of injury or damage to
the appliance.
• Do not use water spray and steam to
clean the appliance.
• Clean the appliance with a moist soft
cloth. Only use neutral detergents. Do
not use any abrasive products,
abrasive cleaning pads, solvents or
metal objects.
2.5 Disposal
WARNING!
Risk of injury or suffocation.
• Disconnect the appliance from the
mains electrical and water supplies.
• Cut off the mains electrical cable
close to the appliance and dispose of
it.
• Remove the door catch to prevent
children or pets from becoming
trapped in the drum.
• Dispose of the appliance in
accordance with local requirements
for the disposal of Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
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3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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6
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1Water container
2Control panel
3Appliance door
4Filter
5Button for condenser door
6Airflow slots
7Adjustable feet
8Condenser door
9Condenser cover
10 Locks for condenser cover
11 Rating plate
For ease of loading laundry
or ease of installation the
door is reversible. (see
separate leaflet).
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4. ACCESSORIES
4.1 Stacking kit
Accessory name: SKP11, STA9
Available from your authorised vendor.
Stacking kit can be used only between
washing machines and tumble dryers
specified in the leaflet. See the leaflet
attached.
Read carefully the instructions supplied
with the accessory.
4.2 Draining kit
Accessory name: DK11.
Available from your authorised vendor
(can be attached to some types of
tumble dryer)
For thorough draining of the condensed
water into a basin, siphon, gully, etc.
After installation, the water container is
drained automatically. The water
container must stay in the appliance.
The installed hose must be minimum 50
cm to maximum 100 cm from floor level.
The hose cannot be in a loop. Decrease
the length of the hose if necessary.
Read carefully the instructions supplied
with the accessory.
4.3 Pedestal with drawer
Accessory name: PDSTP10.
Available from your authorised vendor.
For increasing the height of the
appliance in order to ease loading and
unloading of laundry.
The drawer can be used for laundry
storage e.g. : towels, cleaning products
etc.
Read carefully the instructions supplied
with the accessory.
4.4 Drying rack
Accessory name: RA5, RA6, RA11, RA12.
Available from your authorised vendor
(can be attached to some types of
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tumble dryers). Check with the vendor if
the accessory is compatible with your
appliance.
Use the drying rack when drying:
• Sport shoes
• Wool
• Soft toys
• Lingerie
Read carefully the instructions supplied
with the accessory.
5. CONTROL PANEL
1 10 122 4 5 6 7 8 9 113
1Programme dial
2On/Off button
3Programme indicators
4Dry Plus button
5Delicate button
6Anti-crease button
7Buzzer button
8Time Drying button
9Delay Start button
10 Display
11 Start/Pause button
12 Indicators:
Tank - drain the water container
Filter - clean filter
Condenser - clean condenser
5.1 Display
default laundry dry-
ness
moderate laundry
dryness
maximum laundry
dryness
delicate option acti-
vated
m /manti-crease phase
duration
drying phase indica-
tor
cooling phase indi-
cator
anti-crease phase
indicator
child lock activated
delay start activated
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cycle time indica-
tion
-time programme
selection
(10min.-2h)
-delay start selection
(30min.-20h)
6. PROGRAMME TABLE
Programmes Load 1) Properties / Fabric mark
Cotton
Extra Dry 8 kg Drying level: extra dry. /
Cupboard Dry 2)3) 8 kg Drying level: cupboard dry. /
Iron Dry 2) 8 kg Drying level: suitable for ironing. /
Jeans 8 kg
Leisure clothing such as jeans,
sweat-shirts of different material
thicknesses (e.g. at the neck, cuffs
and seams).
/
Bed Linen 3 kg
To dry bed linen such as single
and double sheets, pillowcases,
bedspreads. /
Duvets 3 kg
To dry single or double duvets and
pillows (with feather, down or syn-
thetic fillings). /
Time Drying 8 kg
With this programme you can use
the Time Drying option and set the
programme duration. /
Extra Quick Mixed 3 kg To dry cotton and synthetic fabrics,
uses low temperature. /
Synthetic
Extra Dry 3,5 kg Drying level: extra dry. /
Cupboard Dry2) 3,5 kg Drying level: cupboard dry. /
Iron Dry 3,5 kg Drying level: suitable for ironing. /
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Programmes Load 1) Properties / Fabric mark
Easy Iron 1 kg (or 5
shirts)
Easy care fabrics for which a minimum of ironing
is necessary. The drying results can be different
from one type of fabric to the another. Shake the
items before you put them in the appliance.
When the programme is completed, immediate-
ly remove the items and put them on a hanger.
/
Active Wear 2 kg
To dry outdoor clothing, technical, sports and
pile fabrics, waterproof and breathable jackets,
shell jackets with a removable fleece or inner in-
sulation.
Sports 2 kg Sportswear, thin and light fabrics, microfiber,
polyester, which are not ironed.
Delicates 3 kg Delicate fabrics. /
Wool Refresh 1 kg
Refreshing a wool fabrics. Wool items become
soft and cosy. Remove the items immediately af-
ter the programme end.
1) The maximum weight refers to dry items.
2) For test institutes only: Standard programs for tests are specified in the EN 61121 document. If is
necessary to correct the remaining moisture level of the laundry, adjust the programme with the Dry Plus
option Clean the filter after each cycle
3) The Cotton Cupboard Dry program is the “Standard cotton programme”. It is suitable for dry-
ing normal wet cotton laundry and it is the most efficient program in terms of energy consumption for
drying wet cotton laundry.
6.1 Programmes and options selection
Options
Programmes 1) Dry Plus Delicate Anti-crease Time Dry-
ing
Cotton; Extra Dry
Cotton; Cupboard Dry
Cotton; Iron Dry
Jeans
Bed Linen
Duvets 2)
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Options
Programmes 1) Dry Plus Delicate Anti-crease Time Dry-
ing
Time Drying
Extra Quick Mixed
Synthetic; Extra Dry
Synthetic; Cupboard Dry
Synthetic; Iron Dry
Easy Iron 2)
Active Wear 2)
Sports
Delicates 2)
Wool Refresh 2) 3)
1) Together with the programme you can set 1 or more options.
2) Activated by default.
3) Only with the drying rack — see chapter ACCESSORIES.
6.2 Consumption data
Programme Spun at / residual humidity Drying time
Energy
consump-
tion
Cotton 8 kg
Cupboard Dry 1400 rpm / 50% 123 min. 4,23 kWh
1000 rpm / 60% 138 min. 4,82 kWh
Iron Dry 1400 rpm / 50% 107 min. 3,46 kWh
1000 rpm / 60% 118 min. 3,95 kWh
Synthetic 3,5 kg
Cupboard Dry 1200 rpm / 40% 50 min. 1,47 kWh
800 rpm / 50% 57 min. 1,68 kWh
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7. OPTIONS
7.1 Dry Plus
This option can be used to adjust the
level of dryness. There are 3 levels to
choose from:
- the default setting which is related
to the programme.
- select to get the laundry slightly
more dried.
- select to get the laundry dried
more thoroughly.
7.2 Delicate
To dry more lightly the sensitive and
temperature sensitive textiles (e.g.
acrylic, viscose). With this option
programme operates with decreased
heat. For fabrics with the symbol on
the fabric label.
7.3 Anti-crease
The anti-crease phase adds 30 to 90
minutes at the end of the drying cycle.
Gentle drum rotations reduce creasing.
Laundry can be removed during the anti-
crease phase.
7.4 Buzzer
When the buzzer option is activated you
can hear the buzzer at the:
• Cycle end
• Anti-crease phase start and end
• Cycle interruption
The buzzer is activated by default. You
can use this function to activate or
deactivate the sound.
You can activate the Buzzer
option with all programmes.
7.5 Time Drying
For use with the Time Drying programme
only. Allows the user to set the drying
duration from 10 minutes up to 2 hours
(in 10 minute intervals).
7.6 Delay Start
Lets to delay the start of a
drying program from
minimum of 30 minutes to
maximum of 20 hours.
1. Set the drying program and options.
2. Touch Delay Start button again and
again.
Time of delay is on the display (e.g.
if the program has to start after 12
hours.)
3. To activate Delay Start option, touch
the Start/Pause button.
Time to start decreases on the display.
8. BEFORE FIRST USE
Before you use the appliance for the first
time:
• Clean the tumble dryer drum with a
moist cloth.
• Start a short programme (e.g. 30
minutes) with moist laundry.
9. DAILY USE
9.1 Preparing the laundry
• Close the zippers.
• Close the fasteners of duvet covers.
• Do not dry ties or ribbons loose (e.g.
apron ribbons). Tie them before you
start a programme.
• Remove all items from pockets.
• If an item has an internal layer made
of cotton, turn it inside out. Make sure
that the cotton layer is always facing
outward.
• We recommend that you set a correct
programme suitable for the type of
fabrics that are in the appliance.
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• Do not put dark colours together with
light colours.
• Use a suitable programme for cotton,
jersey and knitwear to prevent
shrinkage.
• Make sure that the load do not
exceeds the maximum load stated in
programs chapter or shown on the
display.
• Only dry laundry that is suitable for
tumble drying. Refer to the fabric
label on the items.
• Do not dry large and small items
together. Small items can be trapped
inside the large items and remain wet.
Fabric label Description
Laundry is suitable for tumble drying.
Laundry is suitable for tumble drying at higher temperatures.
Laundry is suitable for tumble drying at low temperatures only.
Laundry is not suitable for tumble drying.
9.2 Loading the laundry
CAUTION!
Ensure the laundry is not
trapped between the
appliance door and rubber
seal.
1. Pull open the appliance door.
2. Load the laundry one item at a time.
3. Close the appliance door.
9.3 Turning on the appliance
To turn on the appliance:
Push the On/Off button.
If the appliance is on, some indicators
appear on the display.
9.4 Auto stand-by
To reduce energy consumption, the
automatic stand-by function deactivates
the appliance:
• if the Start/Pause button is not
pressed within 5 minutes.
• after 5 minutes from the programme
end.
Push the On/Off button to activate the
appliance.
If the appliance is on, some indicators
appear on the display.
9.5 Setting a program
Use the program dial to set the program.
The possible time to complete the
program comes into the view on the
display.
The drying time you see is
related to the load of 5 kg
for cotton program. For the
other programs the drying
time is related to the
recommended loads. The
drying time of the cotton
program with the load more
than 5 kg is longer.
9.6 Options
Together with the program you can set 1
or more special options.
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To activate or deactivate an option touch
the relevant button or 2 buttons
combination.
When the option is activated, the LED
above the button or symbol illuminates
on the display.
9.7 Child lock option
The child lock can be set to prevent
children from playing with the appliance.
The child lock option locks all touch
buttons and the program dial (this option
does not lock the On/Off button).
You can activate the child lock option:
• before you touch the Start/Pause
button - the appliance cannot start
• after you touch the Start/Pause
button - programs and option
selection is unavailable.
Child lock option activation:
1. Turn the dryer on.
2. Wait approximately 8 seconds.
3. Select 1 of the available
programmes.
4. Push and hold down the Dry Plus
and Delicate buttons at the same
time.
The symbol appears on the display.
5. To deactivate the child lock, press
the above buttons again until the
symbol disappears.
9.8 Starting a program
To start the program:
Touch the Start/Pause button.
The appliance starts and the LED above
the button stops flashing and stays on.
9.9 Program change
To change a program:
1. Push the On/Off button to turn the
appliance off.
2. Push the On/Off button again to turn
on the appliance.
3. Set a new program.
9.10 Program end
Clean the filter and drain the
water container after each
drying cycle. (See chapter
CARE AND CLEANING.)
If the drying cycle is finished, the symbol
appears on the display. If the Buzzer
option is activated, the acoustic signal
sounds intermittently for 1 minute.
If you do not turn off the
appliance, the anti-crease
phase starts (not active with
all programs). Flashing
symbol signals the execution
of the anticrease phase.
Laundry can be removed
during this phase.
To remove the laundry:
1. Push the On/Off button for 2
seconds to turn the appliance off.
2. Open the appliance door.
3. Remove the laundry.
4. Close the appliance door.
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10. HINTS AND TIPS
10.1 Ecological hints
• Spin the laundry well before drying.
• Do not exceed the load sizes which
are specified in the programs chapter.
• Clean the filter after each drying
cycle.
• Do not use fabric softener to wash
and then dry. In the tumble dryer
laundry becomes soft automatically.
• Use distilled water like that used for
steam ironing. If it is necessary, clean
the distilled water before (e.g. with a
coffee filter) to remove any particles.
• Always keep the airflow slots at the
bottom of the appliance clear.
• Make sure there is good airflow where
the appliance is to be installed.
10.2 Adjustment of default
dryness level
To change the default dryness level:
1. Turn the appliance on.
2. Select 1 of the available programs.
3. Touch and hold down the Dry Plus
and Anti-crease buttons at the same
time.
One of the symbols appears on the
display:
- Maximum dryness
- Extra dryness
- Standard dryness
4. Touch the Start/Pause button
repeatedly until you reach the
desired dryness level.
Dryness lev-
el Display symbol
Maximum
dryness
Dryness lev-
el Display symbol
Extra dry-
ness
Standard
dryness
5. To memorise the setting touch and
hold down the Dry Plus and Anti-
crease buttons at the same time for
approximately 2 seconds.
10.3 Deactivating the tank
indicator
The water container indicator is activated
by default. It illuminates at the end of the
drying cycle or during the cycle if the
water reservoir is full. If the draining kit is
installed the water container is drained
automatically and the indicator can be
deactivated.
To deactivate the indicator:
1. Turn the appliance on.
2. Select 1 of the available programs.
3. Touch and hold down Dry Plus and
Buzzer buttons at the same time.
One of 2 configurations is possible:
• the Tank indicator: is on if the
symbol appears - the
water container indicator is
permanently activated
• the Tank indicator: is off if the
symbol appears - the
water container indicator is
permanently deactivated
11. CARE AND CLEANING
11.1 Cleaning the filter
At the end of each cycle the indicator
Filter is on and you must clean the filter.
The filter collects the fluff.
The fluff occurs while the
clothes are dried in the
tumble dryer.
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To clean the filter:
1. Open the door. Pull the filter.
2. Open the filter.
3. Use a moist hand to clean the filter.
4. If necessary clean the filter with the
brush under warm tap water and/or a
vacuum cleaner. Close the filter.
5. If necessary remove fluff from the
filter socket and gasket. You can use
a vacuum cleaner. Put the filter inside
the filter socket.
11.2 Emptying the water
container
Empty the condensed water container
after each drying cycle.
If the condensed water container is full,
the programme stops automatically. The
Tank indicator comes on and you must
empty the water container.
To empty the water container:
1. Pull the water container out keeping
it in a horizontal position.
2. Pull the plastic connection out and
drain the water into a basin or
equivalent receptacle.
3. Push the plastic connection back in
and place the water container back
into position.
4. To continue the programme press
the Start/Pause button.
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11.3 Cleaning the condenser
If the indicator Condenser flashes, the
condenser and its compartment must be
cleaned.
To clean the condenser and its
compartment:
1. Open the door.
2. Move the release button on the
bottom of the door to open the
condenser door.
3. Turn 2 blockages to unlock the
condenser cover.
4. Lower the condenser cover.
5. Catch the handle and pull the
condenser out from the bottom
compartment. Move condenser
horizontally to do not spill remaining
water.
6. Clean the condenser in vertical
position over a basin or paddling.
Rinse through with a hand shower.
7. Put the condenser back inside the
bottom compartment.
8. Close the condenser cover.
9. Lock 2 blockages until they snap.
10. Close the condenser door.
11.4 Cleaning the drum
WARNING!
Disconnect the appliance
before you clean it.
Use a standard neutral soap detergent to
clean the inner surface of the drum and
drum lifters. Dry the cleaned surfaces
with a soft cloth.
CAUTION!
Do not use abrasive
materials or steel wool to
clean the drum.
11.5 Cleaning the control
panel and housing
Use a standard neutral soap detergent to
clean the control panel and housing.
Use a moist cloth to clean. Dry the
cleaned surfaces with a soft cloth.
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CAUTION!
Do not use furniture
cleaning agents or cleaning
agents which can cause
corrosion to clean the
appliance.
11.6 Cleaning the airflow slots
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove fluff
from the airflow slots.
12. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem 1) Possible cause Remedy
The tumble dry-
er does not op-
erate.
The tumble dryer is not connected
to the mains supply.
Connect to the mains socket.
Check fuse in fuse box (domestic
installation).
The door is open. Close the door.
The On/Off button was not push-
ed.
Push the On/Off button.
The Start/Pause button was not
pushed.
Push the Start/Pause button.
The appliance is in standby mode. Push the On/Off button.
Unsatisfactory
drying result.
Incorrect programme selection. Select a suitable programme. 2)
The filter is clogged. Clean the filter. 3)
The Dry Plus option was set to
minimum. 4)
Change the Dry Plus option to the
moderate or maximum level. 4)
The load was too large. Do not exceed the maximum load
size.
The airflow grill is clogged. Clean the airflow grill at the bot-
tom of the appliance.
Dirt on the humidity sensor in the
drum.
Clean the front surface of the
drum.
Dryness level not set to desired
level. Adjust the dryness level. 5)
The condenser is clogged. Clean the condenser. 3)
The loading
door does not
close
The filter is not locked into posi-
tion.
Put the filter in the correct posi-
tion.
Laundry is trapped between the
door and the seal.
Remove trapped items and close
the door.
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Problem 1) Possible cause Remedy
Err (Error) on
the display.
You tried to change the pro-
gramme or the option after the
start of the cycle.
Turn the tumble dryer off and on.
Change the programme or option
as required.
The option you tried to select is
not available for the selected pro-
gramme.
Turn the tumble dryer off and on.
Change the programme or option
as required.
Unexpected du-
ration time on
the display.
The drying duration is calculated
according to load size and damp-
ness.
This is automated — the appliance
is working correctly.
Programme in-
active.
The water container is full. Drain the water container, push
the Start/Pause button. 3)
Drying cycle too
short.
Load size is small. Select time programme. The time
value must be related to the load.
To dry 1 item or a small amount of
laundry we recommend short dry-
ing times.
The laundry is too dry. Select time programme or a higher
drying level (e.g. Extra Dry)
Drying cycle too
long 6)
The filter is clogged. Clean the filter.
The load is too large. Do not exceed the maximum load
size.
The laundry was not spun suffi-
ciently.
Spin the laundry well.
Room temperature is too low or
too high - the appliance is working
correctly.
Ensure a room temperature higher
than +5°C and lower than +35°C.
1) If there is an error message on the display (e.g. E51): Turn the tumble dryer off and on. Select a new
programme. Push the Start/Pause button. If the appliance does not operate contact the service centre
and provide the error code.
2) Follow the programme description — see PROGRAMME TABLE
3) See chapter CARE AND CLEANING
4) Only dryers with the Dry Plus option
5) See HINTS AND TIPS chapter
6) Note: After a maximum of 5 hours the drying cycle ends automatically.
13. TECHNICAL DATA
Height x Width x Depth 850 x 600 x 600 mm (maximal 640 mm)
Max. depth with the appliance door open 1090 mm
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