Asko T411VD*W*U User manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
TD85.11XX
Carefully read the instructions for use before using the dryer.
Tumble Dryer
T411VD.W.U
T411VD.T.U

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The following symbols are used throughout the manual and they have the following meanings:
Information, advice, tip, or recommendation Warning – danger of hot surface
Warning – general danger Warning – danger of fire
Warning – danger of electric shock
See Quick guide on the last page.
Dear Customer,
We thank you for purchasing this quality ASKO product.
We hope it meets all your expectations. Scandinavian design combines pure lines, everyday functionality,
and high quality. These are the key characteristics of all our products, and the reason why they are highly
appreciated across the globe.
We kindly recommend you to read these instructions before using the appliance for the Þrst time. The
instruction manual also includes information on how you can help protect the environment.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important safety instructions 3
Dryer description 7
Before using the appliance for the Þrst time 8
Installation and connection 9
Tips before drying 17
Drying process 20
System settings 28
Cleaning and maintenance 31
Troubleshooting 34
Service and guarantee 38
Technical information 41
Program table 42
Disposal 43
Quick guide 47
Original instructions

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GENERAL
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
WARNING - To reduce the risk of Þre, electric shock, or injury to persons
when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. WARNING! - Only use the dryer to dry laundry that was washed with
water. Do not dry any laundry that was washed or cleaned with ßammable
cleaners or substances (such as gasoline, trichloroethylene etc.) as this
may result in an explosion.
3. Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed
in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, cooking oils,
other ßammable or explosive substances as they give oŰvapors that could
ignite or explode.
4. Instructions for use are available on our website at www.askousa.com.
5. Your dryer is intended solely for household use.
6. Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Children should be
closely supervised when near the appliance.
7. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the
door to the drying compartment.
8. Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
9. Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
10. Do not tamper with controls.
11. Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the appliance or perform any
servicing unless speciÞcally recommended in this guide.
12. Do not use fabric softeners or dryer sheets unless the manufacturer gives
written assurance that the product will not damage a tumble dryer.
13. WARNING! - Do not heat dry items containing vinyl, plastic, foam rubber
or similarly textured rubberlike materials, Þberglass, or wool unless the
label speciÞes “washable”.
14. Clean the lint Þlter before or after each load.
15. Keep the area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas
free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.
16. The interior of the machine should be cleaned periodically by an authorized
ASKO service agent.
17. Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items
contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction
that could cause a load to catch Þre. To reduce the risk of Þre due to
contaminated loads, the Þnal part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without
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heat (cool down period). Avoid stopping 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.
18. Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualiÞed installer.
19. Do not install a clothes dryer with ßexible plastic venting materials. If
ßexible metal (foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a speciÞc type
identiÞed by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes
dryers. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily
crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airßow
and increase the risk of Þre.
20. As this is an evacuation dryer, it does not have a condensate tank. The
handle has solely a decorative purpose and it Þxed; it is not intended for
opening. If excessive force is applied, the handle may break.
21. To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation
instructions.
22. Electrical installation, if required, must be done by a licensed electrician.
23. Do not operate appliance while away from the home.
24. Do not heat dry items that have been dry-cleaned.
25. The dryer is made and marked to facilitate recycling. When it is no longer
useful, contact your local refuse collection service for advice on how to
properly dispose of the dryer for purposes of recycling.
26. Damaged power cables should only be replaced by a certiÞed professional.
27. Provide suűcient ventilation, otherwise smoke from open Þres or fumes
from equipment burning other fuels can be drawn into the room.
28. CAUTION! - During the program, the back of the dryer will get very hot.
Let the machine cool completely before touching the back.
29. WARNING! - This appliance must be properly grounded.
a) For a grounded, cord-connected appliance:
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least
resistance for electric current. This appliance (Canadian market only) is
equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that
is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.

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WARNING! - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualiÞed electrician or
service representative or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the
appliance (Canadian market only). If it will not Þt the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualiÞed electrician.
Use copper conductors only, if the terminal is acceptable only for connection to
copper.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power
supply before attempting any user maintenance other than cleaning the
lint trap. Turning the controls to the OFF position does not disconnect this
appliance from the power supply.
To reduce the risk of Þre, this appliance must be exhausted outdoors or the
equivalent. Do not exhaust into a chimney, wall, ceiling or concealed space in a
building.
b) For a grounded, permanently connected appliance:
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring
system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the
appliance.
This manual does not cover every possible condition and situation that
may occur. Use common sense and caution when installing, operating, and
maintaining any appliance.

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KIDSAFE™ CHILD SAFETY
• WARNING! - Do not allow the children to play with the dryer.
• Prevent your children and pets to enter the dryer drum.
• Before closing the dryer door and running the program, make sure there is
nothing except laundry in the drum (e.g. if a child climbed into the dryer drum
and closed the door from the inside).
• Activate the child lock.
See chapter "SYSTEM SETTINGS", section Child Lock.
• Do not let children younger than three years to come near the dryer,
unless they are under constant supervision.
• The dryer is made in compliance with all relevant safety standards. This
dryer may be used by children aged 8 years and above and by persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge, but only if they are supervised during the use of the appliance,
if they have been provided relevant instructions regarding safe use of the
dryer, and if they understand the hazards of inappropriate use. Make sure
children do not play with the appliance. Make sure the children do not clean
the dryer or perform any maintenance tasks without supervision.
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DRYER DESCRIPTION
1. Main switch (ON/OFF)
2. Program selector knob
3. Display unit
4. Program selector buttons
5. Button (start/pause)
6. Rating plate with information about the dryer (on
the inside of the dryer door)
7. QR and AUID code (on the inside of the dryer
door)
8. Dryer door
9. Door net Þlter
10. Air exhaust hose opening
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PACKAGING
Remove all packaging.
Please sort the materials in compliance with local recommendations (see chapter "DISPOSAL").
CLEANING
Disconnect the dryer from the power mains and open the door towards you. Clean the dryer drum with a
damp cloth and a mild detergent.
No program can be started while the door is open.
CHOOSING THE LANGUAGE
When the dryer is connected (see chapter "INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION") and switched on for the
Þrst time, choose the preferred language:
1. Press the button 2 or the program selector button to scroll the list of languages. ConÞrm your selection by
pressing the OK button.
2. Press the "Finalize" button to conÞrm your selection.
For further drying process, see chapter "DRYING PROCESS".
When you run the dryer for the Þrst time, or if the dryer has been out of use for a long time, slight hitting
noise may appear. This is normal and it will disappear after a few drying cycles.
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INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
DRYER PLACEMENT
The dryer can be either free standing or installed on
top of a washing machine.
The dryer emits heat. Therefore, do not place it in
a very small room, as the drying process may be
longer due to limited amount of ambient air.
Do not place the dryer in a room where
temperature can drop below 0 °C, as the machine
may not operate correctly at such low temperatures,
or freeze, which in turn can result in damage to the
machine.
For optimum dryer operation, install it in a room with
adequate ventilation and a temperature between
10 °C and 25 °C.
Do not place the dryer behind lockable or sliding
door, or door with a hinge on the opposite side of the
dryer door hinge. Install the dryer in such way that
the door can always be freely opened.
As this is an vented dryer, it does not have a
condensate tank. The handle has solely a decorative
purpose and it Þxed; it is not intended for opening. If
excessive force is applied, the handle may break.
Never block the air vents.
At least two persons are required to install the
tumble dryer on top of a washing machine.
Do not place the dryer on a carpet with long
Þbres as this may impede air circulation.
Free-standing appliance
The dryer may be placed adjacent to a washing
machine.
If the friction between the dryer feet and the ßoor is
not suűcient, the dryer may move during operation.
To prevent the dryer from sliding around, use a non-
slip support or pad or attached vacuum feet (see
below).
Clearance around the dryer for optimum
operation
50 mm
100 mm
100 mm
The appliance may not be in contact with a wall
or adjacent furniture. For optimum dryer operation,
observe the clearance from the wall as shown in Fig.

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Opening the dryer door (top view)
1189 mm
480 mm
176°
Stacking on top of a washing machine
To stack the dryer on top of a washing machine, use
the extra vacuum feet and the tipping guard (A+B),
supplied in the cardboard box in the dryer drum.
Tipping guard part B is designed to Þt on ASKO
washing machines and it may be hard or impossible
to mount on appliances of other brands. If the
washing machine and dryer are not of matching
dimensions or if you have installed a hidden helper
between the two appliances, then binding plates are
available as optional accessories at the service unit
(… available only for HH (accessory Hidden Helpers)
and TD75 stacked on top of WM80 or WM85; not
intended for any other combinations).
AB
All ASKO washing machines can bear the weight of
the dryer.
Washing machine on which you wish to install
the dryer must be able to bear the weight of the dryer
(see washing machine’s rating plate or technical
information).

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How to stack a dryer onto the washing machine (ASKO):
There is a cardboard box in the dryer drum, containing the vacuum feet and the tipping guard.
A B
1The tipping guard consists of two metal parts (A + B).
Use two screws to attach the A part to the back of the
dryer.
2Undo the screw on the back side of the washing machine.
3Use the screw to attach the tipping guard (B part) to the back of the washing machine.
1
2
3
4Level the washing machine so that it is stable. 1. Level the washing machine by rotating the
adjustable feet using a No. 32 spanner.
The feet allow levelling by +/- 1 cm.
2. After adjusting the height of the feet, Þrmly
tighten the jam nuts using a spanner No 17, by
turning them towards the bottom of the washing
machine .
3. Tighten the jam nuts.
5 mm
1
2
5Set the dryer feet: 1. Tighten the front two feet all the way in.
2. Undo the back feet by 3.5 turns or 5 mm; then,
fasten the jam nuts towards the bottom of the
appliance .
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B
2
6Place the dryer onto the washing machine: 1. Lift the front part of the dryer by 5 to 10 cm.
2. Attach the vacuum feet onto the front feet of the
dryer.
3. Push the dryer into the tipping guard (so that
the B part is inserted into the A part) and
release it (See Þgure on previous page).
Make sure the tipping guard is "locked"!

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CHANGING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION
To change the direction of door opening, proceed as follows.
1Open the door fully.
2Undo the screws and remove the door.
3Use the screwdriver to remove the door lock cover and undo the screw on the door lock.
4Push the door lock upwards and remove it. Move it to the other side and push it downwards.
5Fasten the screw on the door lock. Replace the door lock cover.

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6Undo the door hinge assembly (left) and the door latch assembly (right), switch their positions, and
replace the screws (door hinge assembly to the right-
hand side, door latch assembly to the left-hand side).
Use the screwdriver to remove the plastic part
more easily.
7Undo the door ring and remove it temporarily.
8Rotate the door glass cover by 90°so that the sign indicating the opening of the door is on the other
side.
9Rotate the door ring by 180°, install it onto the door, and fasten it with screws.
10 Replace the door on the door hinge and fasten the screws.

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AIR EXHAUST
The tumble dryer must only be operated when it
is correctly Þtted with exhaust duct.
Connecting the exhaust duct to the dryer
You will need to purchase a UL-CSA-approved
4" ridged metal exhaust duct. The dryer is delivered
with the stub pipe attached to the rear exhaust
outlet, though the exhaust duct can be attached to
either the left or the right exhaust outlet.
To connect the exhaust duct to the left or right side
outlet, follow the steps below:
1. Using a ßathead screw-driver, turn the exhaust
outlet cover you plan to use to the right or left to
align the tabs holding the cover in place.
2. Remove the exhaust outlet cover.
3. Remove the stub pipe from the rear exhaust outlet
and place it in the outlet you plan to use.
4. Use the exhaust outlet cover you removed from
the to cover the rear exhaust outlet.
Asko dryers have a "T-style" exhaust
vent that allows you to connect the duct
on the rear, on the left, or on the right
side Vent
Stub Duct
(not supplied)
Clamp
(not supplied)
T-tube
Rear Exhaust
Outlet
Side Exhaust
Outlet
The duct must not be assembled with screws or
other fasteners that extend into the duct and catch
lint.
To connect the exhaust duct to the outlet, follow the
steps below:
• Push the duct onto the stub pipe and secure it
with a clamp
• After you push the dryer into place, check for
kinks in the duct.
Excessive duct length and too many bends can
impede drying performance. We recommend that
you cut oŰany excess exhaust duct and run the duct
with as few bends as possible. Make any necessary
bends as gentle as possible.
Maximum duct length of 60 feet. A maximum
of 4 elbows may be used, but 4 feet of duct must
subtracted from the total vent length for every 90°
elbow used.
To reduce the risk of Þre, this appliance must
be exhausted OUTDOORS or the equivalent. Never
cover the end of the dryer stub or exhaust duct with
anything to catch lint, except for UL approved vent
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Connecting to a ventilation duct
You will need a UL-CSA-approved, 4-inch ridged
metal exhaust duct. If a ßexible duct is used, it must
comply with the Outline for Clothes Dryer Transition
Duct. Subject 2158A and maximum length of 2.4 m
(8 feet).
The more bends and the longer the duct, the
less air will circulate through the machine, which
will impede drying performance. We recommend
that you cut oŰany excess exhaust duct and run the
duct with as few bends as possible. And make any
necessary bends as gentle as possible.
Maximum duct length of 60 feet. A maximum
of 4 elbows may be used, but 4 feet of duct must
subtracted from the total vent length for every 90°
elbow used.
When installing in warm climates (77° F and
above) with high humidity levels, do not route the air
exhaust duct upwards.
Examples of installations
subtract 4 feet for
every 90° elbow
To connect the exhaust duct to a ventilation
outlet, follow the steps below:
1. Connect the exhaust duct to a ventilation exhaust
Þtting or to a discharge through the wall.
2. Secure the duct joint to the outlet stub on the
machine.
3. Run the duct with as few bends as possible to the
point of discharge.
Ventilation grill (not
supplied with machine)
This appliance shall not be exhausted into a
chimney, a wall, a ceiling, an attic, a crawl space
or a concealed space of a building. Only a rigid or
ßexible metal duct shall be used for exhausting. Only
a metal ventilation grill shall be used. If the duct is
taken to a wall outlet, a ventilation grill shall be Þtted
to prevent reverse ßow of cold air. Fit the ventilation
grill to the outside of the wall.
Avoid:
• very long exhausting systems
• too many corners
• tight corners
These reduce eűciency and increase time and
energy consumption.
Risk of Fire.
A clothes dryer produces combustible lint. The dryer
must be connected to an exhaust to the outdoors.
Regularly inspect the outdoor exhaust opening and
remove any accumulation of lint around the outdoor
exhaust opening and in the surrounding area.

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See the separate installation instructions
included in the set of documents.
CONNECTING TO THE POWER MAINS
After installation, the dryer should stand still for
two hours before it is connected to the power mains.
Connect the appliance to a grounded power outlet.
After installation, the wall outlet should be freely
accessible. The outlet should be Þtted with an earth
contact (in compliance with the relevant regulations).
The receptacle on the rear of the machine is
designed to accommodate ASKO washers ONLY
(rated 208–240 V.) To use this receptacle, you must
use the readyÞtted plug supplied with the washing
machine or anequivalent. ASKO washers rated
208–240 V have two internal fuses of 15 A each. The
machine should only be connected to a grounded
wall socket.
This appliance must be properly grounded.
Refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” for
grounding instructions. The power supply cord must
be grounded. If the machine is to be used in a wet
area, the supply must be protected by a residual
current device. Connection to a permanently wired
supply point must be made only by a qualiÞed
electrician.
Connection upon delivery
TYPE: TDXX.XXXXX
Art.No.: XXXXXX/XX Ser.No.: XXXXXXXX
MODEL: XXXXXX.X
XXXX W
XXA
IPX4
X kg
XXX V ~
XX Hz
Information about your dryer is indicated on the
rating (type) plate.
Use the type A diŰerential current protection switch.
The dryer shall not be connected to the power
mains using an extension cord.
Do not connect the tumble dryer to an electrical
outlet intended for an electric shaver or hair dryer.
Any repair and maintenance pertaining to safety
or performance should be done by trained experts.

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This chapter includes several tips on how to prepare
the laundry for drying.
LAUNDRY SORTING
Sort the laundry according to:
• type,
• fabric thickness.
For the most even drying, make sure the laundry is
made of a similar material.
CLOTHING
1. Close the buttons, zips, and hook-and-loop
fasteners, so that they do not damage the fabric.
2. Turn the pockets inside out.
3. Place very sensitive clothes in a special-purpose
laundry washing bag.
(The special purpose laundry bag is available as
an optional accessory in general stores.)
Laundry to be dried in the dryer should be spun
at a minimum of 1000 rpm. Higher spinning speeds
will save energy and cut drying time.
If you decide to dry only one large item, we
recommend drying it separately from smaller items
of laundry.
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Wash cycle
Normal wash cycle
Permanent Press or Wrinkle
Resistant setting
Gentle/Delicate setting
Hand wash only
Do not wash
Do not wring. Hang dry,
drip dry, or dry flat
Wash water temperature
Maximum water temp
205° F/95° C (EXTRA HOT)
Maximum water temp
160° F/70° C (EXTRA HOT)
Maximum water temp
140° F/60° C (HOT)
Maximum water temp
120° F/50° C (HOT)
Maximum water temp
105° F/40° C (WARM)
Maximum water temp
85° F/30° C (WARM)
Bleach instructions
Any bleach when needed
Only non-chlorine bleach
Do not bleach
Dry clean symbol
Dry clean only
Tumble dry cycle
Machine dry
Normal setting
Permanent Press or Wrinkle
Resistant setting
Gentle or Delicate setting
Do not tumble dry
Tumble dry heat setting
Any heat
High heat
Medium heat
Low heat
No heat/Air fluff
Special drying instructions
Line dry or hang to dry
Drip dry (do not spin or wring)
Dry flat
Dry in shade
Ironing instructions
Ironing is necessary
High temperature setting
Medium temperature setting
Low temperature setting
Do not iron or press with heat
Iron without steam
LAUNDRY SYMBOLS
Observe the laundry symbols:

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MATERIALS (FABRICS) SUITABLE FOR
DRYING IN A TUMBLE DRYER
Material is suitable for tumble drying.
Clothes dried in a tumble dryer will be softer and
lighter than air-dried clothes.
The dryer does not cause any considerable
wear of the fabric. The lint collected in the lint Þlter
consists of dust and fabric fragments collected
during the use of the laundry.
MATERIALS (FABRICS) THAT MAY NOT BE
DRIED IN A TUMBLE DRYER
This symbol means that the material is not
suitable for drying in a tumble dryer.
Never tumble dry the following:
• clothing that was chemically cleaned (or dry-
cleaned) at home,
• foam,
• glass Þbres.
Static electricity
To reduce the risk of static electricity in the
laundry after tumble drying, you can:
• Use fabric softener when washing.
• Wait Þve minutes after the drying program ends
before opening the door and removing the
laundry from the dryer.
You can stop the tumble dryer by pressing the
Stop button for three seconds or by opening the
door. In both cases the program is stopped and
starts from the beginning if restarted.
If you do not want to restart the program,
immediately remove all laundry and spread it out
to allow the heat to dissipate.

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DRYING PROCESS
WARNING! - To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury to persons, read
the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" section before operating this
appliance.
STEP 1: SORT THE FABRICS
See chapter "ADVICES BEFORE DRYING"
STEP 2: TURN ON THE MAIN SWITCH.
Turning on
Press the on/off button.
Turning off
Press the on/off button.
STEP 3: OPEN THE DRYER DOOR AND INSERT THE LAUNDRY.
Open the dryer door towards you.
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Place the laundry into the empty dryer drum. Make sure there aren't any other objects among the laundry.
Such objects could melt and cause damage to the dryer or your laundry.
Do not overload the drum! (See the program table on the rating plate and adjust the load accordingly.)
If the dryer drum is overloaded, the laundry will be more wrinkled and not dried as thoroughly.