Beko DCU 8230 User manual

Condenser
Sensor Dryer
DCU 8230
DCSC821W

2960310329_EN copy/150414.2028
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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. If you transfer the product to
someone else, give its manual as well. Pay attention to all details and warnings specified in the user manual and
follow the instructions given therein.
Use this user manual for the model indicated on the cover page.
Explanation of symbols
Throughout this user manual the following symbols are used:
CImportant information or useful hints about
usage.
AWarning for hazardous situations with
regard to life and property.
BWarning against electric shock.
Warning against hot surfaces.
Warning against fire hazard.
Packaging materials of the product are
manufactured from recyclable materials in
accordance with our National Environment
Regulations.
Do not dispose of the packaging wastes with the domestic waste or other wastes, discard them to the dedicated
collection points designated by the local authorities.

1 Important safety and environmental
instructions 4
1.1 General safety .........................................4
1.1.1 Electrical safety ....................................4
1.1.2 Product safety .....................................5
1.2 Mounting over a washing machine ............7
1.3 Intended use ............................................8
1.4 Child safety .............................................8
1.5 Compliance with the WEEE regulation and
disposing of the waste product .......................9
1.6 Package information ................................9
1.7 Technical Specifications ..........................10
2 Your Dryer 11
2.1 Overview ................................................11
2.2 Package Contents...................................12
3 Insallation 13
3.1 Appropriate installation location ...............13
3.2 Removing the transportation safety
assembly......................................................13
3.3 Under counter installation........................13
3.4 Connecting to the drain ...........................14
3.5 Adjusting the feet....................................14
3.6 Electrical connection ...............................14
3.7 Transporation of the dryer........................14
4Electrical Connection 15
Attention! .....................................................15
Electrical requirements..................................15
Built-under installation ..........................................15
Fitting a different plug ..................................15
Washer/dryer combination.............................15
5 Preparation 16
5.1 Laundry suitable for drying in the dryer ....16
5.2 Laundry not suitable for drying in the dryer16
5.3 Preparing laundry for drying ....................16
5.4 Things to be done for energy saving.........16
5.5 Correct load capacity...............................17
6 Selecting a Programme and Operating
Your Machine 18
6.1 Control panel ..........................................18
6.2 Preparation of the dryer..........................19
6.3 Programme selection ..............................19
6.4 Programme selection and consumption table21
6.5 Auxiliary function.....................................22
6.6 Warning indicators ..................................22
6.7 Time delay..............................................22
6.8 Canceling the time delay .........................22
6.9 Starting the programme ..........................22
6.10 Progress of programme.........................22
6.11 Changing the programme after it has
started .........................................................22
6.12 Child-proof lock ....................................23
6.13 Finishing by cancelling the programme...24
6.14 End of programme ................................24
7 Maintenance and cleaning 25
7.1 Cleaning Lint Filter / Loading Door Inner
Surface ........................................................25
7.2 Cleaning the sensor ...............................26
7.3 Draining the water tank ...........................26
7.4 For the condenser ..................................27
8 Suggested solutions for problems 28
9 Guarantee 29
What is covered? ..........................................29
What is not covered?.....................................29
Important notes ............................................29
10 Service 30
Republic of Ireland ........................................30
Service once the manufacturers guarantee has
expired.........................................................30
UK Mainland & Northern Ireland.....................30
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1 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.
1.1 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 product and the risks
it brings out. Children should not play with the product. Cleaning and
maintenance works should not be performed by children unless they are
supervised by someone.
•Adjustable feet should not be removed. (See 2.1 Overview) The gap
between the dryer and the floor should not be reduced with materials
such as carpet, wood and tape. This will cause problems with the dryer.
•Always have the installation and repairing procedures carried out by the
Authorized Service. Manufacturer shall not be held liable for damages
that may arise from procedures carried out by unauthorized persons.
•Never wash the dryer by spraying or pouring water onto it! There is the
risk of electric shock!
1.1.1 Electrical safety
AElectrical safety instructions should be followed while electrical
connection is made during the installation.
•Connect the dryer to a grounded outlet protected by a fuse at the value
specified on the type label. (See 2.1 Overview) Have the grounding
installation performed by a qualified electrician. Our company shall not
be liable for any damages that will arise when the dryer is used without
grounding in accordance with the local regulations.
•The voltage and allowed fuse protection is stated on the type label plate.
(See 2.1 Overview)
•The voltage specified on the type label must be equal to your mains
voltage. (See 2.1 Overview)

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Important safety and environmental instructions
•Unplug the dryer when it is not in use.
•Unplug the dryer from the mains during installation, maintenance,
cleaning and repair works.
•Do not touch the plug with wet hands! Never unplug by pulling on the
cable, always pull out by grabbing the plug.
•Do not use extension cords, multi-plugs or adaptors to connect the dryer
to power supply in order to decrease the risk of fire and electric shock.
•Power cable plug must be easily accessible after installation.
BDamaged mains cable should be changed notifying the Authorized
Service.
BIf the dryer is faulty, it must not be operated unless it is repaired
by an authorized service agent! There is the risk of electric shock!
1.1.2 Product safety
Points to be taken into consideration for fire hazard:
Below specified laundry or items must not be dried
in the dryer considering fire hazard.
•Unwashed laundry items
•Items soiled with oil, acetone, alcohol, fuel oil, kerosene, stain
removers, turpentine, paraffin or paraffin removers must be
washed in hot water with plenty of detergent before being dried
in the dryer.
For this reason especially the items containing the above specified
stains must be washed very well, to do this
use adequate detergent and choose a high washing
temperature.