Caple TDI4000 User manual

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Integrated Tumble Dryer
Instruction Manual
TDI4000

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Keep these instructions for use with the appliance. If the
appliance should be sold or passed on to others, make
sure that the instructions are passed on with it. We thank
you for taking note of these suggestions before installing
and using the appliance. They have been written for your
personal safety and the safety of others.
WARNINGS
This product is not designed for commercial use, it is a
household appliance only. It is not intended to be used in:
-Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other
working environments.
-Bed and breakfast type environments.
-By clients in hotels, motels and other residential
type environments.
-Your machine is designed for use in a domestic
environment. The warranty will be invalid if you use it for
commercial purposes.
-This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
CONTENTS
Warnings 3
Environmental Protection 12
Warranty 12
Installation 13
Operation 18
Quick User Guide 20
Control Panel 21
Drying Programmes 24
Cleaning and Maintenance 26
Troubleshooting 30
Technical Data 31
Caple Contact Details 34

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-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 use of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards involved.
-Children shall not play with the appliance.
-Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision. Children of less than 3
years should be kept away unless
continuously supervised.
-Keep the packing materials from your machine away
from children to avoid hazards.
-Keep pets away from your machine.
-It could be possible for a child or pet to gain access to
the tumble dryer through the porthole door. Therefore,
please check the drum before using the appliance.
-DO NOT use the tumble dryer if you suspect that it is
damaged in any way. Under no circumstances should you
attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried
out by inexperienced persons may cause serious injury.
Consult your local appointed service engineer and insist
on genuine spare parts.
-The tumble dryer should be serviced by an appointed
service organisation and only genuine parts used.
-It is recommended that the dryer be serviced annually by
a person competent to service tumble dryers.
-It is dangerous to alter or modify the product in any way
other than fitting authorised accessories.
-DO NOT allow fluff to accumulate around the tumble
dryer. Risk of fire.
-DO NOT use the product if the fluff filter is not in
position or is damaged; fluff could be ignited.
-Lint and fluff must not be allowed to collect on the floor
around the outside of the machine.
-It is important to clean the lint filter after each drying
cycle or the restrictions to airflow will extend drying
times and could cause the safety cut-out to trip.
-It is important to clean fluff from the window of the
dryer and around the door seal after each drying cycle.
Failure to do so could result in water leaking.
INSTALLATION WARNINGS
-During transport ensure that the dryer is in an upright
position, if it’s necessary you can flip on the side shown.
-If the product is on a different side, wait at least 4 hours
so that the oil can flow back into the compressor. Failure
to do this could result in damage to the compressor.
-The dryer must be installed by a Registered Installer.

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-Do not install the product in a low temperature room
or in a room where there is a risk of frost occurring. At
temperatures around freezing point the product may not
be able to operate properly: there is a risk of damage
if the water is allowed to freeze in the hydraulic circuit
(valves, hoses, pumps). For a better product performance,
the ambient room temperature must be between 5-35°C.
Please note that operating in cold conditions (between
+2 and +5°C) might cause some water condensation
and water drops on floor.
-Never install the dryer near curtains.
-The appliance must not be installed behind a lockable
door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the
opposite side to that of the tumble dryer.
-Please note it is not recommended that the dryer
is placed directly next to ovens or cookers as the
performance of the dryer may be affected.
-Do not stack the tumble dryer on top of other appliances
without the correct stacking kit.
VENTILATION WARNINGS
-Install the rear of the appliance close to a wall or
vertical surface.
-There should be a gap of at least 12mm between the
machine and any obstructions. The inlet and outlet air
should be kept clear of obstruction.
-DO NOT block the air inlets at the front and back of
your dryer.
-DO NOT block the air inlets at the base and side of
your dryer.
-Make sure carpets or rugs do not obstruct the base or
any ventilation openings.
-Prevent items from falling or collecting behind the dryer
as they may obstruct the air inlet and outlet.
-Adequate ventilation must be provided to avoid back
flow of gases into the room from appliances burning
other fuels, including open fires.
-Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is
used for exhausting fumes from appliances burning gas
or other fuel.
-The rear of the dryer gets quite hot during use. Position
the dryer so that the back is not accessible while in
operation, but ensure that the sides have a space
available to allow airflow.
LAUNDRY WARNINGS
-Always refer to the laundry care labels for directions on
suitability for drying.
-Fabric softeners, or similar products should be used as
specified by the fabric softener instructions.
-Remove all objects from pockets such as lighters
and matches.
-DO NOT exceed the recommended maximum load.
-DO NOT place articles in the dryer if anything other than
a water solution has been used in the cleaning process.
-DO NOT dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.
-DO NOT attempt to dry dripping wet articles.

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-Clothes should be spin dried or thoroughly wrung before
they are put into the tumble dryer.
-Under no circumstances should anything other than the
recommended articles be placed in the tumble dryer.
-Glass fibre curtains should NEVER be put in this
machine. Skin irritation may occur if other garments are
contaminated with glass fibres.
-Foam rubber materials can, under certain circumstances,
when heated become ignited by spontaneous
combustion. Items such as foam rubber (latex foam),
shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles
and clothes or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads
MUST NOT be dried in the tumble dryer.
-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.
-When the hot surface symbol is shown, the
temperature rise during operation of the tumble dryer
may be in excess of 60°C.
-The drum inside may be very hot. Always allow the dryer
to complete the cool down period before removing
the laundry.
-The final part of the tumble dyer 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.
-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.
-Do not lean on the door when loading the machine or
use the door to lift or move the machine.

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ELECTRICAL WARNINGS
-Do not plug the machine in and switch it on at the mains
until the installation is completed.
-The technical details (supply voltage and power input)
are indicated on the product rating plate.
-Any electrical work required to install the appliance
should be carried out by a qualified person.
-The appliance must not be supplied through an external
switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a
circuit that is regularly switched on and off by a utility.
NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WITH CONDENSING
BOXES.
-DO NOT use a two-way adaptor, or extension lead. The
dryer must be connected to its own socket.
-This appliance must be Earthed.
-The socket outlet and the plug on the appliance must be
of the same type.
-Do not touch the appliance when hands or feet are
damp or wet.
-We recommend that the appliance is unplugged each
time after use. It should always be disconnected from the
electricity supply for long periods (i.e. weekends, if it is to
be left unattended for holidays etc.).
-The special mains cable and plug assembly must only
be replaced with a genuine part available from the
manufacturer or service agent in order to avoid a hazard.
-Make sure that the electrical system is earthed, complies
with all applicable law and that the (electricity) socket
is compatible with the plug of the appliance. Otherwise,
seek qualified professional assistance.
-The plug should be accessible for disconnection after the
appliance has been installed.
-Always remove the plug before cleaning the appliance.
WARNING:
Fire Hazard / Flammable Materials.
-The appliance contains R290, an eco-sustainable
refrigerating gas that is flammable. Keep open flames
and sources of ignition away from the appliance.
-DO NOT damage the refrigerating circuit.

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where
facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice. This appliance is
marked according to the European directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product. The symbol on the product indicates that this
product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried
out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please
contact your local council, your household waste disposal service or the retailer where you
purchased the product.
CE DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY
This appliance has been manufactured to the strictest standards and complies with all applicable
legislation, Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).
WARRANTY:
Your new appliance is covered by warranty. The warranty card is enclosed - if it is missing, you
must provide the following information to your retailer in order to receive a replacement: date of
purchase, model and serial number. Registration can also be completed online by
visiting www.caple.co.uk.
Ensure you keep your warranty card safe, you may need to show it to Caple Service together with
proof of purchase.
If you fail to show your warranty card you will incur all repair charges.
Spare parts are only available from Caple Service and spare parts authorised centres.
DIMENSIONS
530mm
830mm min
600mm min
596mm
570mm min.
825-845mm
467mm
The tumble dryer is fully compatable with any 600mm deep kitchen units.
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MOUNTING THE FURNITURE DOOR
The 4 adjustable feet allow the height of the dryer to
be adjusted from 825mm to a maximum of 845mm.
Once the tumble dryer is in place, you can adjust the
height by rotating the adjustable feet, to ensure the
machine is level.
NOTE:
We suggest to put the dryer at the maximum height possible in order to avoid tilting, leaving at
least 5mm from the top of the furniture.
Before fixing the hinges it’s necessary to
determine the depth of the dryer from the
front part of the kitchen according to the
depth of the kick plate (see diagram) and
chose the right installation option.
max 20mm
= 50mm
> 50mm
max 20mm
= 50mm
> 50mm
max 20mm
= 50mm
> 50mm
Option 1 Option 2
NOTE:
The distance does not consider the thickness of the kick plate of the kitchen.

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When the position of the plinth is set back less than 54mm from the front of the furniture, install
according to the following:
»Position the template onto the reverse of the furniture
door. It is possible to mount the hinges and closure
magnet on the right or left-hand side depending on
your requirements.
Mark the screw hole positions then drill them out.
NOTE:
We suggest mounting the furniture door so that it opens towards the left, same direction as the
porthole door.
max 20mm
= 50mm
> 50mm
9
8
4
5
6
7
1
23
9
8
4
5
6
7
1
23
9
8
4
5
6
7
1
23
»Fix the hinges in place (on the door)
with the 4 screws provided (1).
»Fix the magnet (2) in place
using screw (3).
Mount the furniture door to the front
of the dryer using the hinges. Place the
spacers under the hinges (9) and then fix
in position with screw (8).
»Mount the plate (4) on the right or left hand
side, depending on your
installation requirements.
»Place the plastic support (5) under the plate
and fix it in position with screw (6).
»Snap mount cap (7) in the lower position.
PLINTH VENTILATION
The plinth must have ventilation slots (min side/diameter 127mm hole) according to the
dimensions on the fixing template. If the plinth is not high enough to accommodate the entire
hole, cut only part of it.
»Place the template onto the reverse of the
plinth. Mark the screw hole positions, then
drill them out.
»Fix the plinth to the kick plate using 6
screws provided. (J)
NOTE:
This is only possible with some types of kick plate (e.g. wood or plastic). We suggest to check with
the kitchen suppliers.
J
Min. Ø127mm
105mm
93mm
93mm
Min.
Ø127mm
504mm

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If the distance between the top of the dryer and the
top of the furniture is more than 10mm, fix the Nº2
L metal brackets (K) to the furniture sides, to avoid
possible tilting.
A furniture plinth may now be run across the front
of the dryer, but it’s height will be dictated by the
front kick plate.
-
K K
K
40mm
5mm
»Fix the to the door of the furniture with standard
hinges and supports (not supplied) and stop the
door with a std hook (not supplied).
Pay attention to position the bottom hinge
40mm above the kick plate in order to facilitate
it’s removal.
»Fix the hinges to the door furniture.
»Use the Nº4 mount caps (7) to cover all the holes
on the front of the dryer.
-
K K
K
40mm
5mm
-
K K
K
40mm
5mm
»Fix the kick plate to the dryer.
»When using the full door, the door must have
min Ø127mm hole across the slots of the
kick plate.
WARNING:
Without the airflow ventilation hole in the
furniture door/plinth we can not guarantee the
correct functionality of the appliance.
J
Min. Ø127mm
105mm
93mm
93mm
Min.
Ø127mm
504mm
J
Min. Ø127mm
105mm
93mm
93mm
Min.
Ø127mm
504mm
ALTERNATIVE INSTALLATION
When the position of the plinth is set back more than 5 mm from the front of the furniture, install
according to the following:
NOTE:
Components not supplied:
»Hinges
»Supports
»Door stop
Firstly, slide the dryer into an opening of the size indicated on page 13.
NOTE:
As soon as the hinges are fixed on the furniture is not possible to slide the dryer in and out.

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OPERATION
Before using the tumble dryer for the first time:
»Please read this instruction booklet thoroughly.
»Remove all items packed inside the drum.
»Wipe the inside of the drum and door with a damp cloth to remove any dust which may have
settled in transit.
CLOTHES PREPARATION
Make sure that the laundry you are going to dry is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer, as shown
by the care symbols on each item.
Check that all fastenings are closed and that pockets are empty. Turn the articles inside out. Place
cloths loosely in the drum to make sure that they don’t get tangled.
DO NOT TUMBLE DRY
Silk, Nylon stockings, delicate embroidery, fabrics with metallic decorations, garments with PVC or
leather trimmings.
IMPORTANT:
Do not dry articles which have been treated with a dry cleaning fluid or rubber cloths (danger of
fire or explosion).
During the last 15 minutes, the load is always tumbled in cool air.
ENERGY SAVING
Only put into the tumble dryer laundry which has been thoroughly wrung or spin-dried. The drier
the laundry the shorter the drying time thus saving electricity.
Always: Check that the filter is clean before every drying cycle.
Never: Put dripping wet items into the tumble dryer, this may damage the appliance.
DRYING GUIDE
The standard cycle COTTON DRY ( ) is the most energy efficient and best suited for drying
normal wet cotton laundry. The table below shows the approximate time and energy consumption
of the main drying programmes.
CAPACITY (KG) 7
CLASS A+
Whites
Energy kWh 2,83
Time Min. 302
Whites
Energy kWh 2,62
Time Min. 278
Cotton
Energy kWh 2,25
Time Min. 244
Cotton ½
Energy kWh 1,20
Time Min. 140
Whites
Energy kWh 1,76
Time Min. 194
SORTING THE LOAD
Sort the load by cares symbols. These can be found on the collar or inside the seam:
Suitable for tumble drying
Tumble drying at high temperature
Tumble drying at low temperature only
Do not tumble dry
If the item does not have a care label, it must be assumed that it is not suitable for tumble drying.
»By amount and thickness: Whenever the load is bigger than the dryer capacity, separate
clothes according to thickness (e.g. towels from sheets).
»By type of fabric cottons / linen: Towels, cotton jersey, bed and table linen.
»Synthetics: Blouses, shirts, overalls etc. made of polyester or polyamid, as well as cotton/
synthetic mixes.