Asko PROFESSIONAL TDC112CS User manual

Operating Instructions
Tumble dryer
PROFESSIONAL TDC112CS
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.
We hope it will meet your expectations and fulfill your needs for many years
to come. Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday functionality,
and high quality. These are key characteristics of all our products and the
reason they are greatly appreciated throughout the world.
To ensure that you get the most out of your new machine, we recommend
that you read the operating instructions before using the machine. The
operating instructions also contain information on how to avoid damaging
the environment.
WARNING: Read the instructions before using the machine.

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Before using your machine for the first time 3
Language selection 3
Safety instructions 4
Safety 4
Transport/Winter storage 5
Packing material 5
Recycling 5
Child safety 6
General 6
Child-safe start 6
Activating/deactivating Child-safe start. 6
Description of the tumble dryer 7
Advice and tips before you tumble-dry 8
Materials that can be tumble-dried 8
Materials that must not be tumble-dried 8
Static electricity 8
Tumble drying 9
Sort your fabrics 9
Press the main power switch until the display
lights. 9
Open the door, load the items and then
close the door 9
Select the programme 10
Press the Start button 12
Drying programme finished 12
Backlighting 12
Condensed water 12
Automatic emptying 12
Settings 13
You can carry out the following settings 13
How to choose the settings: 13
Audible Volume 13
Language 13
Child-safe 13
Heater 2 13
Care and cleaning 14
Cleaning the lint filter 14
Emptying the condensed water container 15
Cleaning the condenser 16
Cleaning the outside of the machine 17
Troubleshooting 18
The machine will not start 18
The machine loses all power during a
programme 18
Drying takes too long 18
Error messages 18
Information on energy labelling 19
Technical information 19
Technical data 20
Standard tests 20
Service 21
Before contacting the service division 21
Installation 22
Positioning the tumble dryer 22
Adjusting the feet 23
Condensed water 24
Electrical installation 25
Door hanging 26
Follow these instructions 27
Quick guide 28
Contents
Original Instructions

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Before using your machine for the first time
Language selection
You will be prompted to select the display
language when you have connected your
machine and start it for the first time. Do as
follows:
1. Turn the programme selector to choose from:
US English, English, Svenska, Dansk, Norsk,
Suomi, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Espanol,
Русский, Nederlands.
2. Press Stop to save the setting.
Laundry labels
Certain materials are not suitable for tumble-
drying. Always check and follow the instructions
on each item’s laundry label. You can find more
information in the Advice and tips before you
tumble-dry chapter.
NOTE!
When starting the tumble dryer for the first time
or after a long period without use, you may
notice a slight thumping noise. This noise is
completely normal and will disappear after a few
loads.

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Read the operating instructions and
keep them in a safe place!
• Electrical installation, if required,
should be carried out by a qualified
electrician.
• The machine should only be used for
tumble-drying as described in these
instructions.
• Repairs and maintenance relating to
safety or performance must be carried
out by a qualified professional.
• Damaged mains cables must only be
replaced by a qualified electrician.
• Sufficient ventilation is required to
prevent smoke from open fires or
fumes from equipment burning other
fuels being sucked into the room when
the tumble dryer is running.
• Do not dry dirty laundry in the tumble
dryer.
• Items that are stained with e.g.
cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol,
kerosene, stain remover, turpentine,
wax and wax remover should be
washed in hot water with extra
detergent before they go in the
tumbler dryer.
• Items such as foam rubber, latex,
plastic, waterproof textiles, rubber-
coated items and clothes and foam-
rubber filled cushions must not be
dried in the tumbler dryer.
• Fabric softener or similar products
should be used as per the
recommendations of the detergent
manufacturer.
• The machine is not designed to be
used by persons (even children)
that are physically or mentally
handicapped or lack experience
and knowledge. Such persons must
receive instruction in how to use the
machine from the person responsible
for their safety.
• Children must be watched to ensure
they do not play with the machine.
Safety
• The machine must not be used for
drying items that have been dry-
cleaned at home or fabrics that may
contain residues of flammable liquids.
• The tumble dryer is not to be used if
industrial chemicals have been used
for cleaning.
• The tumble dryer is protected by an
overheating cut-out. This shuts offthe
machine if the temperature gets too
high.
• A float shuts offthe machine in the
event of a blockage in the condensed
water hose or if there is a risk of
the condensed water container
overflowing.
WARNING!
When the tumble dryer is operating, the
back of the tumble dryer will get very hot.
Leave the machine to cool completely
before touching the back.
Safety instructions

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Safety instructions
Installation
See the section Installation.
Transport/Winter storage
If you need to move your machine or
store it over the winter in unheated
premises, make sure that you drain the
condensed water container beforehand.
Packing material
Please sort waste materials in
accordance with local guidelines.
Recycling
This machine is manufactured and
labelled for recycling. In order to prevent
personal injury, the machine must be
made inoperable after deciding to take
it out of service. Contact your local
authority for information about where and
how your machine should be correctly
recycled.

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General
WARNING!
Do not allow children to play with the
tumble dryer.
• If the door is opened when a
programme is running the garments
may be very hot, with a risk of burn
injuries.
• The tumble dryer does not start
automatically when the door is closed
(if a child pulls the door shut from the
inside, for example).
Child-safe start
By activating the child-safe start function
you can prevent children from starting
the tumble dryer or changing the current
programme.
Activating/deactivating Child-safe
start.
Do as follows to open the settings menu:
1. Turn offthe machine using the main
power switch.
2. Press the Stop button and switch
on the machine with the main power
switch. Then press the Stop button 5
times within 10 seconds.
3. Select the setting you want to change
by turning the programme selector.
4. Press the Stop button once.
5. Change and save the setting as
described below.
6. Press the Start button to return to the
programme menu.
You can activate the Child-safe start
option to prevent children from starting
the machine.
1. Turn the programme selector and
choose Child-safe On or Child-safe
Off.
2. Press the Stop button once to save
the setting.
You can temporarily deactivate Child-
safe start by pressing the Start and Stop
buttons at the same time. Child-safe
start will be deactivated for 3 minutes.
Child safety

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Description of the tumble dryer
1. Main power switch
2. Condensed water container
3. Panel
4. Type plate
5. Lint filter
6. Outer door
7. Condenser
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Advice and tips before you tumble-dry
Here are some tips that may help you before
you begin tumble-drying.
Have the clothes been spun?
Items to be tumble-dried should be spun at
1000 rpm or faster. Higher spin speeds save
energy and reduce drying time.
Materials that can be tumble-dried
This symbol means that the material is
suitable for tumble-drying. Fabrics best suited
to tumble-drying are cotton fabrics, terry cloth
and synthetic fibres. Garments will be softer and
lighter when tumbled than when hung out to dry.
NOTE!
The tumble dryer does not cause any significant
wear on fabrics. The lint that collects in the lint
filter consists of dust and fibre residues formed
when the items are used.
Materials that must not be tumble-
dried
This symbol means that the material is not
suitable for tumble-drying. Certain materials
may melt or become a fire hazard if exposed to
heat, and others can lose their shape or shrink.
And do not tumble-dry
• materials labelled "Do not dry near heat".
• garments that have been dry-cleaned at
home.
• plastic foam.
• fibreglass material.
• wool must not be tumble-dried because of
the risk of felting.
Static electricity
To reduce the risk of static electricity in the
laundry after tumble drying you can:
• Use fabric softener when washing.
• Wait five minutes after the drying program
ends before opening the door and removing
the laundry from the dryer.
NOTE!
You can stop the tumble dryer by pressing the
Stop button for three seconds or by opening the
door. In both cases the programme is stopped
and starts from the beginning if restarted.
If you do not want to restart the programme then
immediately remove all laundry and spread it
out to allow the heat to dissipate.

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Below are step-by-step instructions to help you
achieve the best possible tumble-drying results.
1Sort your fabrics
You will achieve the most uniform drying
results if the items are made of the same
type of material. Do up zips and buttons, fasten
belts, sort the items and adjust the load and
temperature.
Do not overload the drum!
Overloading the dryer will result in poor drying
results and wrinkling.
2Press the main power switch
until the display lights.
3Open the door, load the items
and then close the door
Make sure that objects e.g. detergent
dispensing balls, have been removed from the
laundry. They could melt and cause damage to
the dryer or the laundry.
To save energy, always observe the maximum
load for each programme (see Program chart).
Tumble drying

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4Select the programme
Tumble drying
Guidelines as to what specific
programmes can be used for:
The Auto extra dry, Auto dry and Auto normal
dry programmes have two temperature settings.
Normal temperature but also low temperature
for more delicate items.
Auto extra dry
Temperature normal. This programme is for
items that are particularly difficult to dry, such as
jeans with very thick seams.
Auto dry
Temperature normal. These programmes shut
offthe heat once the load is dry but before it is
bone dry. The Auto dry programme shuts offthe
heat slightly later than Auto normal dry. Use trial
and error to find out what works best.
Auto normal dry
Temperature normal. These programmes shut
offthe heat once the load is dry but before it is
bone dry. The Auto dry programme shuts offthe
heat slightly later than Auto normal dry. Use trial
and error to find out what works best.
Auto extra dry (low temperature)
This programme is for items that are particularly
difficult to dry, such as jeans with very thick
seams.
Auto dry (low temperature)
These programmes shut offthe heat once the
load is dry but before it is bone dry. The Auto
dry programme shuts offthe heat slightly later
than Auto normal dry. Use trial and error to find
out what works best.
Auto normal dry (low temperature)
These programmes shut offthe heat once the
load is dry but before it is bone dry. The Auto
dry programme shuts offthe heat slightly later
than Auto normal dry. Use trial and error to find
out what works best.
Auto Iron dry
This programme shuts offthe heat once the
load is just damp enough for ironing or pressing.
Select a programme by turning the programme selector. The selected programme is shown in the
display window.
Programme selector Programme name Start Stop

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Tumble drying
Programme chart
Here we present the energy and time consumption of a few different programmes. The table shows
the effect of using different spin speeds when washing the load. Consumption can vary depending on
room temperature, humidity, load, variations in the power supply and selected options.
For the consumption values given below, the requirements are as follows:
Temperature of intake air: 23 °C
Moisture content of intake air: 55 %
Drying temperature: Normal
Heater output: 2500W
Program Material Load Spin speed
(rpm)
Energy consumption,
approx. (kWh)
Programme time,
approx. (min.)
Auto extra dry Cotton, linen 1/1 800 4,8 140
1000 4,6 130
1400 3,9 115
1600 3,8 105
Auto dry Cotton, linen 1/1 800 4,7 130
1000 4,5 120
1400 3,8 105
1600 3,7 95
Crease-resistant,
polyester/cotton
1/2 1000 2,0 60
Auto normal dry Cotton, linen 1/1 800 4,5 120
1000 4,2 111
1400 3,4 90
1600 3,0 85
Cotton, linen 1/2 1000 2,3 64
Crease-resistant,
polyester/cotton
1/2 1000 1,4 45
Auto Iron dry Cotton, linen 1/1 800 4,1 90
1000 3,5 80
1400 3,1 70
1600 2,8 65

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Tumble drying
5Press the Start button
Remaining drying time
An estimate of the remaining drying time
will be shown on the display a few minutes after
the drying programme starts. For example, 1:35
means that it will take approximately 1 hour and
35 minutes for the load to dry.
The actual remaining time may be longer than
the estimated time shown on the display. The
remaining time is then shown as 0:15 until the
load is sufficiently dry.
You can stop the tumble dryer by pressing the
Stop button or by opening the door. In both
cases the programme is stopped and starts
from the beginning if restarted.
NOTE!
The programme will not be affected if you
change the programme selector after the
programme has started.
6Drying programme finished
The text Done appears on the display
when the programme is finished.
Backlighting
Two minutes after the drying programme
finishes the backlighting on the display and
option buttons enters energy saving mode.
Condensed water
The condensed water container must
be emptied after each load. Remove the
condensed water container, empty out the water
and replace the container. If the condensed
water container becomes full to overflowing,
the programme is interrupted and Over Flow
appears on the display. Empty the container
and press the Start button to start a new
programme.
TIP!
The condensed water is decalcified and can
be used in steam irons. Pour it through a coffee
filter.
Automatic emptying
For connection to a separate drain, see the
installation instructions in the set of documents.
NOTE!
• Clean the lint filter after each load.
• Drain the tank after each load.
WARNING!
If the lint filter becomes clogged, the machine’s
automatic overheating cut-out may be triggered.
Clean the filter, wait until the machine has
cooled then try starting it. If it still does not start:
Call the service division.
Once drying has finished
Turn offthe main power switch. Remove the
clothes and close the door to prevent small
children from climbing into the machine.

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Settings
You can carry out the following
settings
• Audible Volume
• Language
• Child-safe
• Heater 2
How to choose the settings:
Do as follows to open the settings menu:
1. Turn offthe machine using the main power
switch.
2. Press the Stop button and switch on the
machine with the main power switch. Then
press the Stop button 5 times within 10
seconds.
3. Select the setting you want to change by
turning the programme selector.
4. Press the Stop button once.
5. Change and save the setting as described
below.
6. Press the Start button to return to the
programme menu.
Audible Volume
1. Turn the programme selector and choose
Buzzer On or Buzzer Offto set whether the
tumble dryer should audibly indicate that the
programme is finished or that an error has
occurred.
2. Press the Stop button once to save the
setting.
Language
1. Turn the programme selector to choose from:
US English, English, Svenska, Dansk, Norsk,
Suomi, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Espanol,
Русский, Nederlands.
2. Press the Stop button once to save the
setting.
Child-safe
You can activate the Child-safe start option to
prevent children from starting the machine.
1. Turn the programme selector and choose
Child-safe On or Child-safe Off.
2. Press the Stop button once to save the
setting.
You can temporarily deactivate Child-safe start
by pressing the Start and Stop buttons at the
same time. Child-safe start will be deactivated
for 3 minutes.
Heater 2
1. Turn the programme selector and choose
"Heater 2 On" (2500W/16A) or "Heater 2 Off"
(1950W/10A) to increase or decrease the
heat output.
2. Press the Stop button once to save the
setting.
NOTE!
The switchover must be performed by a
qualified electrician.

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Care and cleaning
Cleaning the lint filter
The lint filter must be cleaned after each load.
1. Grasp the filter holder handle and pull it
towards you to open the lint filter.
2. Open the lint filter. Use your thumb to press
on the edge as illustrated and pull it out.
3. Use your hand or a soft cloth to remove the
lint from all sides of the filter. If necessary,
use a damp sponge and a small amount of
washing-up liquid to remove any deposits.
Dry the filter thoroughly with a towel.
NOTE!
The dryer must not be used without the
condenser unit in place.
4. To close the lint filter, follow the reverse order
of steps used for opening. Then, replace the
filter by sliding it back into the door. Close the
lint filter before closing the door.

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Emptying the condensed water
container
If you have not connected the machine to a
separate drain the condensed water container
must be emptied after each load. Remove the
condensed water container, empty out the water
and replace the container.
If the condensed water container becomes full
to overflowing, the programme is interrupted
and "Over Flow" appears on the display. Empty
the container and press the Start button to
restart the programme. For connection to a
separate drain, see the installation instructions
in the set of documents.
NOTE!
The dryer must not be used without the
condenser unit in place.
Care and cleaning

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Care and cleaning
Cleaning the condenser
The condenser should be cleaned at least three
times a year. If you have pets, the condenser
must be cleaned more frequently.
1. Turn offthe tumble dryer with the main power
switch and open the outer door.
2. Remove the plinth
3. Open the condenser panel by turning the two
knobs.
4. Remove the condenser and rinse the ribs
clean, such as with a hand-held shower. Do
not poke around in the rib gaps as you may
damage the condenser. Do not use pointed
metal objects when cleaning.
NOTE!
Do not clean the condenser in a dishwasher.
5. Wipe any lint from the channel in front of
the condenser and inside the condenser
compartment. Use a cotton bud or similar
item to remove any lint from the drain hole at
the front edge of the compartment.
NOTE!
It is quite normal for water to collect in the
channel in front of the condenser.
6. Replace the condenser with the handle
facing down as illustrated.
7. Reattach the plinth.

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NOTE!
Clean the filters after each drying.
Do not replace the filters if they are damp or
wet. Damp or wet filters could cause operational
faults.
The dryer should never be operated without
the filters in place, or with damaged filters as
excessive amount of accumulated fibres from
the fabric could cause malfunction or failure of
the dryer.
Care and cleaning
Cleaning the outside of the machine
Clean the outside of the machine and the
programme panel with a mild cleaner. Do
not use solvents, as these can damage the
machine. Do not hose down or spray the
machine with water.
NOTE!
Do not allow dust to accumulate around the
machine. Keep the area around the tumble
dryer clean and cool; dust, heat and moisture
prolong drying times.

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Troubleshooting
The machine will not start
Check
• that the door is properly closed.
• that the main power switch is on.
• that the plug is connected.
• that the main fuses have not blown.
• that the overheating cut-out has not been
triggered.
The machine loses all power during a
programme
The overheating cut-out shuts offthe tumble
dryer if the temperature is too high, e.g.
because dust is clogging the lint filter.
• Clean the lint filter.
• Check also that the condensed water
container is not full and, if necessary, clean
the condenser. See the Care and cleaning
chapter.
• Wait until the machine has cooled then try
starting it. If it still does not start: Call the
service division.
Drying takes too long
• Check that the lint filter is not blocked. See
the Care and cleaning chapter.
• Empty the condensed water container and
check that the condenser is not blocked. See
the Care and cleaning chapter.
• Overly long drying times may also be due to
the tumble dryer being located in a confined
area or in a room that is too small, causing
the air to become too hot.
• Make sure that the tumble dryer has access
to more cold air, open doors and/or windows,
for example.
Error messages
• If Over Flow appears on the display, the
condensed water container is full. Empty the
container and restart the machine.
• Read Drying takes too long in this chapter if
Max program time appears on the display.
• If Clean Lint Filter appears on the display,
clean the lint filter.
• If Clean condenser appears on the display,
clean the condenser. See the Care and
cleaning chapter.
• Call the service division if Thermistor fault
appears on the display.
• Press the Stop button to close any error
messages.

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Information on energy labelling
Information sheet, in compliance with Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No. 392/2012
Asko
Model designation TDC112CS
Max. drying capacity 7 kg
Energy efficiency class B
Annual energy consumption (AEc) 504 (kWh/year)
1)
Energy consumption
Auto normal dry with full load (Edry) 4,19 (kWh)
Auto normal dry with half load (Edry1/2) 2,30 (kWh)
Power consumption
Off-mode (Po) 0,5 (W)
Left-on mode (Pl) 0,5 (W)
Condensation efficiency
Auto normal dry with full and half load (Ct) 81 (%)
Auto normal dry with full load (Ctdry) 81 (%)
Auto normal dry with half load (Ctdry1/2) 81 (%)
Drying programme Auto normal dry 2)
Programme time (minutes)
Auto normal dry with full and half load (Tt) 84 (minutes)
Auto normal dry with full load (Tdry) 111 (minutes)
Auto normal dry with half load (Tdry1/2) 64 (minutes)
Airborne acoustical sound 66 (dB(A))
Type of dryer (A=Automatic, NA=Non Automatic) A
Standby mode duration 2 (minutes)
Condensation efficiency class B 3)
1) Based on 160 standard drying cycles for Auto normal dry full and half load, and consumption in accordance with the
low power modes. The actual energy consumption will depend on how the machine is used.
2) The Auto normal dry is intended for drying of normally wet cotton laundry. It is the most efficient program for drying
cotton laundry in terms of power consumption.
3) On a scale from G (least efficient) to A (most efficient).
Technical information

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Technical data
Height: 845 mm
Width: 595 mm
Depth: 585 mm
Weight (net): 44 kg
Cylinder volume: 112 l
Max. drying capacity: 7 kg
Speed: 50-55 rpm
Rated power: See type plate.
Drum material: Stainless steel
Outer casing material: Powder-coated and hot-galvanized sheet steel or stainless steel.
Setup Stacking or freestanding
Standard tests
Europe:
Drying performance: EN 611 21 (95/13/EEC). Auto normal dry, 7 kg cotton
Energy declaration: EN 611 21 (95/13/EEC). Auto normal dry, 7 kg cotton
Test method for noise
measurement:
IEC 60 704-2-6.
Technical information