Electrolux EDC704GEWA User manual

EDC704GEWA
EN Tumble Dryer User Manual

CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INFORMATION....................................................................................2
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................5
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION................................................................................ 6
4. CONTROL PANEL............................................................................................. 7
5. PROGRAMME TABLE....................................................................................... 8
6. OPTIONS............................................................................................................9
7. SETTINGS........................................................................................................11
8. BEFORE FIRST USE....................................................................................... 12
9. DAILY USE....................................................................................................... 12
10. HINTS AND TIPS........................................................................................... 14
11. CARE AND CLEANING..................................................................................14
12. TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................................17
13. TECHNICAL DATA.........................................................................................18
14. QUICK GUIDE................................................................................................19
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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE
Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the
following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.
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
manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or
damages that are the result of incorrect installation or
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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.
•Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons
with very extensive and complex disabilities shall be
kept away from the appliance unless continuously
supervised.
•Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept
away from the appliance unless continuously
supervised.
•Do not let children play with the appliance.
•Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of
it appropriately.
•Keep detergents away from children.
•Keep children and pets away from the appliance when
the door is open.
•If the appliance has a child safety device, it 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
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the accessory. Read it carefully before installation
(refer to the Installation leaflet).
•The appliance can be installed as freestanding or
below a 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 open.
•The ventilation opening in the base 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 a 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.
•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 7 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.
•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.
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•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.
•WARNING: 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.
•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 instructions
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 lower
than 5°C or higher than 35°C.
• The floor area on which 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 it is being moved.
• The rear surface of the appliance
must be put against a wall.
• When the appliance is in its
permanent position, check if it is
levelled correctly with the aid of a
spirit level. If it is not, adjust the feet
accordingly.
2.2 Electrical connection
WARNING!
Risk of fire and electric
shock.
• The appliance must be earthed.
• Make sure that the parameters on the
rating plate are compatible with the
electrical ratings of the mains power
supply.
• 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, electric shock,
fire, burns or damage to the
appliance.
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• This appliance is for household use
only.
• Do not dry damaged (torn, frayed)
items that contain padding or fillings.
• Only dry fabrics which are suitable for
drying in a 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
of the appliance.
• Do not dry dripping wet clothes in a
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).
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1 2
5
3
4
6
7
8
9
1Water container
2Control panel
3Appliance door
4Filter
5Rating plate
6Airflow slots
7Heat Exchanger lid
8Heat Exchanger cover
9Adjustable feet
For ease of loading laundry
or ease of installation the
door is reversible. (see
separate leaflet).
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4. CONTROL PANEL
1
89 7 6
3
5
4
2
1Programme knob
2Display
3Time Dry touch button
4Start/Pause touch button
5Delay Start touch button
6Extra Anticrease touch button
7Gentle Dry touch button
8Dryness Level touch button
9On/Off button
Press the touch buttons with
your finger in the area with
the symbol or name of the
option. Do not wear gloves
when you operate the
control panel. Make sure
that the control panel is
always clean and dry.
4.1 Display
Symbol on the display Symbol description
time drying option on
delay start option on
indicator: check Heat Exchanger
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Symbol on the display Symbol description
indicator: clean filter
indicator: drain the water container
indicator: drying phase
indicator: cooling phase
indicator: anti-crease phase
child lock on
wrong selection
programme duration
- time Drying duration
- delay start duration
5. PROGRAMME TABLE
Programme Load 1) Properties / Fabric type2)
Favourite
Depends
on a mem‐
orised pro‐
gramme
You can do your configuration of programme
and options and memorise in the appliance
memory (See chapter "
Settings - Favourite
").
Cottons 7 kg Cotton fabrics. /
Mixed 3kg
Cotton and synthetic fabrics.
Low temperature programme.
Delicate programme with warm
air.
/
Bedding 3kg
Bed linen such as single and
double sheets, pillowcases, du‐
vet cover. /
Synthetics 3,5 kg Synthetic and mixed fabrics. /
Energy Saver3) 7 kg
Cycle to be used to dry cotton
with "cotton cupboard" dryness
level, with maximum energy sav‐
ing.
/
Refresh 1kg Refreshing textiles that were in storage.
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Programme Load 1) Properties / Fabric type2)
Denim 4 kg
Leisure clothing such as jeans,
sweat-shirts of different material
thicknesses (e.g. at the neck,
cuffs and seams).
/
Sports 2 kg Sportswear, thin and light fab‐
rics, microfiber, polyester. /
Easy Iron 1 kg (or 5
shirts)
Easy care fabrics for which a
minimum of ironing is necessary.
The drying results can be differ‐
ent from one type of fabric to an‐
other. Shake the items before
putting them in the appliance.
When the programme has
ended, immediately remove the
items and put them on a hanger.
/
Shirts 1,5kg (or 7
shirts)/
Easy care fabrics for which a
minimum of ironing is necessary.
The drying results can be differ‐
ent from one type of fabric to the
other. Shake the items before
you put them in the appliance.
When the programme is comple‐
ted, Immediately remove the
items and put them on a hanger.
/
Wool 1 kg
Woollen fabrics. Gentle drying for hand-wash‐
able woollens. Remove items immediately
when the programme is completed.
Delicates 4 kg Delicate fabrics such as viscose,
rayon, acrylic, and their blends. /
1) The maximum weight refers to dry items.
2) For fabric mark meaning see chapter
HINTS AND TIPS: Preparing the laundry.
3) The Energy Saver programme is the most efficient programme in terms of energy con‐
sumption and is the reference energy label programme tested according to IEC
61121:2005.
6. OPTIONS
6.1 Dryness Level
This function helps to increase dryness
of the laundry. There are 3 options:
• Extra Dry
• Cupboard Dry
• Iron Dry
6.2 Gentle Dry
With this option you can set a delicate
drying programme that has a low
temperature. Use this option with a
fabrics that have the symbol on the
fabric label (e.g. acrylic, viscose).
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6.3 Extra Anticrease
Extends the anti-crease phase by 60
minutes at the end of the drying cycle.
This function reduces creases. The
laundry can be removed during the anti-
crease phase.
6.4 Time Dry
You can set the programme duration,
from a minimum of 10 minutes to a
maximum of 2 hours. The required
duration is related to the quantity of
laundry in the appliance.
We recommend that you set
a short duration for small
quantities of laundry or for
only one item.
6.5 Time Dry on Wool
programme
Option suitable for Wool programme to
adjust final dryness level.
6.6 Options table
Programmes1) Dryness Level Gentle Dry Extra Anti‐
crease Time Dry
Favourite Depends on a memorised programme
Cottons ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Mixed ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Bedding ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Synthetics ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Energy Saver ■ ■ ■
Refresh ■ ■
Denim ■ ■ ■ ■
Sports ■ ■ ■
Easy Iron ■ ■ ■
Shirts ■ ■ ■
Wool ■ ■ 2)
Delicates ■ ■ ■
1) Together with the programme you can set 1 or more options. To activate or deactivate
them, press the related touch button.
2) See chapter OPTIONS: Time Drying on Wool programme
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7. SETTINGS
A B C
EDF
A. Time Dry touch button
B. Start/Pause touch button
C. Delay Start touch button
D. Extra Anticrease touch button
E. Gentle Dry touch button
F. Dryness Level touch button
7.1 Child lock function
This option prevents children playing with
the appliance while a programme is
operating. The touch buttons are locked.
Only the on/off button is unlocked.
Activating the child lock option:
1. Press the on/off button to activate the
appliance.
2. Press and hold touch button (D) for a
few seconds.
The child lock indicator comes on.
It is possible to deactivate
the child lock option while a
programme operates. Press
and hold the same touch
buttons until the child lock
indicator goes off. The Child
Lock function isn't available
for 8 s after switching on the
appliance.
7.2 Favourite
You can do your configuration of
programme and options and memorise in
the appliance memory.
To memorise your
configuration:
1. Press the on/off button to activate the
appliance
2. Set the programme and available
options.
3. Press the (E) button for some
seconds.
The sound and the message on the
display confirm that the configuration is
memorised.
To activate your memorised
configuration:
1. Press the on/off button to activate the
appliance.
2. Use the programme knob to set
Favourite position.
Previously memorised configuration of
programme and options will be restore.
7.3 Adjustment of remaining
laundry moisture
Every time you enter in the
"Adjustment of remaining
laundry moisture" mode,
previously set degree of
remaining moisture will
change into next value ( e.g
previously set will
change into ).
To change the default degree of
remaining moisture:
1. Press the on/off button to activate the
appliance.
2. Use the programme knob to set any
programme.
3. Wait approximately 8 seconds.
4. Press and hold buttons (F) and (E) at
the same time.
One of these indicators comes on:
• the maximum dryness
• the more dry laundry
• the standard dry laundry
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5. Press and hold buttons (F) and (E)
again until the indicator of the correct
level comes on.
If the display returns to
the normal mode (the
time of the selected
programme from step 2.
will be displayed), while
setting the degree of
remaining moisture,
press and hold buttons
(F) and (E) once again to
enter to the "Adjustment
of remaining laundry
moisture" mode
(previously set degree of
remaining moisture will
change into next value).
6. After 5 s the display returns to normal
mode.
7.4 Water container indicator
By default, the water container indicator
is on. It comes on when the programme
is completed or when it is necessary to
empty the water container.
If a draining kit is installed
(additional accessory), the
appliance automatically
drains the water from the
water container. In this case
we recommend that you
deactivate the indicator of
the water container.
Deactivating the water
container indicator:
1. Press the on/off button to activate the
appliance.
2. Wait approximately 8 seconds.
3. Press and hold touch buttons (E) and
(D) at the same time.
The display shows one of these 2
configurations:
• The display shows "Off". After 5 s
the display returns to normal
mode.
• The display shows "On". After 5 s
the display returns to normal
mode.
7.5 Buzzer on/off
To deactivate or activate the acoustic
signals, press and hold for approximately
2 seconds touch buttons (A) and (C) at
the same time.
8. BEFORE FIRST USE
Before you use the appliance for the first
time:
• Clean the tumble dryer drum with a
moist cloth.
• Start a 1 hour programme with moist
laundry.
9. DAILY USE
9.1 Start a programme without
delay start
1. Prepare the laundry and load the
appliance.
CAUTION!
Make sure that when
you close the door, the
laundry does not get
caught between the
appliance door and the
rubber seal.
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2. Press the on/off button to activate the
appliance.
3. Set the correct programme and
options for the type of load.
The display shows the programme
duration.
The drying time you see on
the display, when the cotton
programme is selected, is
related to the load of 5 kg
and standard conditions .
Real drying time will depend
on type of the load (quantity
and composition), the room
temperature and the
humidity of your laundry
after spin drying phase.
4. Press the Start/Pause touch button.
The programme starts.
9.2 Starting the programme
with delay start
1. Set the correct programme and
options for the type of load.
2. Press the delay start button again
and again until the display shows the
delay time you want to set.
You can delay the start
of a programme from a
minimum of 1 hour to a
maximum of 20 hours.
3. Press the Start/Pause touch button.
The display shows the countdown of the
delay start.
When the countdown is completed, the
programme starts.
9.3 Change a programme
1. Press the on/off button to deactivate
appliance
2. Press the on/off button to activate the
appliance.
3. Set the programme.
9.4 At the end of the
programme
When the programme is completed:
• An intermittent acoustic signal
operates.
• The display shows
• The indicator is on.
• The indicators Filter and Tank
may come on.
• The Start/Pause indicator is on.
The appliance continues to operate with
the anti-crease phase for approximately
30 minutes or more if Extra Anticrease
option was set (see chapter
Option -
Extra Anticrease ).
The anti-crease phase reduces creasing.
You can remove the laundry before the
anti-crease phase is completed. We
recommend, for better results, that you
remove the laundry when the phase is
almost completed.
When the anti-crease phase is
completed:
• The display still shows
• The indicator is off.
• The indicators Filter and Tank
remain on.
• Start/Pause indicator goes off.
1. Press the on/off button to deactivate
the appliance.
2. Open the appliance door.
3. Remove the laundry.
4. Close the appliance door.
Always clean the filter and
empty the water container
when a programme is
completed.
9.5 Stand-by function
To reduce energy consumption, this
function automatically deactivates the
appliance:
• After 5 minutes if you do not start the
programme.
• After 5 minutes from the end of the
programme.
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10. HINTS AND TIPS
10.1 Preparing the laundry
• Close the zips.
• 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.
• Turn items with the internal layer
made of cotton inside out. Cotton
layer must be faced outwards.
• Always set the programme suitable
for the type of laundry.
• Do not put light and dark colours
together.
• Use suitable programme for cottons,
jersey and knitwear to reduce
shrinkage.
• Do not exceed the maximum load
stated in the programmes chapter or
shown on the display.
• Dry only the 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.
11. CARE AND CLEANING
11.1 Cleaning the filter
1. 2.
1
2
3. 4.
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5. 1) 6.
2
1
1) If necessary remove fluff from the filter socket and gasket. You can use a vacuum
cleaner.
11.2 Emptying the water container
1. 2.
3. 4.
You can use the water from
the water container as an
alternative to distilled water
(e.g. for steam ironing).
Before you use the water,
remove dirt residues with a
filter.
11.3 Cleaning the Heat Exchanger
1. 2.
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3. 4.
2
1
1
5. 6.
7. 8.
2
2
1
9. 10.
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.
CAUTION!
Do not use furniture cleaning
agents or cleaning agents
which can cause corrosion.
11.6 Cleaning the airflow slots
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove fluff
from the airflow slots.
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12. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible solution
You cannot activate the appliance. Make sure that the mains plug is connec‐
ted to the mains socket.
Check fuse in fuse box (domestic installa‐
tion).
The programme does not start. Press Start/Pause.
Make sure that the appliance door is
closed.
The appliance door does not close. Make sure that the installation of the filter
is correct.
Make sure that the laundry is not caught
between the appliance door and the rub‐
ber seal.
The appliance stops during operation. Make sure that the water container is
empty. Press Start/Pause to start the pro‐
gramme again.
Load is too small, increase the load or
use the Time Drying programme.
The cycle time is too long or unsatisfacto‐
ry drying result.1)
Make sure that the weight of the laundry
is suitable for the duration of the pro‐
gramme.
Make sure that the filter is clean.
The laundry is too wet. Spin the laundry
in the washing machine again.
Ensure that the room temperature is
higher than +5°C and lower than +35°C.
Optimal room temperature is 19°C to
24°C.
Set the Time Drying or the Extra Dry pro‐
gramme.2)
The display shows . If you want to set a new programme, de‐
activate and activate the appliance.
Make sure that the options are suitable
for the programme.
The display shows Error code (e.g. E51). Deactivate and activate the appliance.
Start a new programme. If the problem
occurs again, contact the Service centre.
1) After maximum 5 hours, the programme ends automatically.
2) It can happen that some area remains humid when drying big items (e.g. bed sheets ).
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12.1 If the drying results are not
satisfactory
• The set programme was incorrect.
• The filter is clogged.
• The Heat Exchanger is clogged.
• There was too much laundry in the
appliance.
• The drum is dirty.
• Incorrect setting of the conductivity
sensor ( See chapter "
Settings -
Adjustment of the remaining laundry
moisture degree " for better setting).
• The airflow slots are clogged.
• Room temperature is too low or too
high ( optimal room temperature 19°C
to 24°C )
13. TECHNICAL DATA
Height x Width x Depth 850 x 600 x 540 mm (maximum 600 mm)
Max. depth with the appliance door open 1030 mm
Max. width with the appliance door open 950 mm
Adjustable height 850 mm (+ 15 mm - feet regulation)
Drum volume 104 l
Maximum load volume 7 kg
Voltage 230-240 V
Frequency 50 Hz
Total power 2800 W
Type of use Household
Permitted ambient temperature + 5°C to + 35°C
Level of protection against ingress of sol‐
id particles and moisture ensured by the
protective cover, except where the low
voltage equipment has no protection
against moisture
IPX4
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14. QUICK GUIDE
14.1 Daily use
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1. Push the On/Off button to turn on the
appliance.
2. Use the programme dial to set the
programme.
3. Together with the programme you
can set 1 or more special options. To
activate or deactivate an option touch
the relevant button.
4. To start the programme, Touch the
Start/Pause button.
5. The appliance starts.
14.2 Cleaning the filter
1 32
At the end of each cycle the filter symbol
appears on the display and you must
clean the filter.
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14.3 Programme table
Programme Load 1) Properties / Fabric type2)
Favourite
Depends
on a mem‐
orised pro‐
gramme
You can do your configuration of programme
and options and memorise in the appliance
memory (See chapter "
Settings - Favourite
").
Cottons 7 kg Cotton fabrics. /
Mixed 3kg
Cotton and synthetic fabrics.
Low temperature programme.
Delicate programme with warm
air.
/
Bedding 3kg
Bed linen such as single and
double sheets, pillowcases, du‐
vet cover. /
Synthetics 3,5 kg Synthetic and mixed fabrics. /
Energy Saver3) 7 kg
Cycle to be used to dry cotton
with "cotton cupboard" dryness
level, with maximum energy sav‐
ing.
/
Refresh 1kg Refreshing textiles that were in storage.
Denim 4 kg
Leisure clothing such as jeans,
sweat-shirts of different material
thicknesses (e.g. at the neck,
cuffs and seams).
/
Sports 2 kg Sportswear, thin and light fab‐
rics, microfiber, polyester. /
Easy Iron 1 kg (or 5
shirts)
Easy care fabrics for which a
minimum of ironing is necessary.
The drying results can be differ‐
ent from one type of fabric to an‐
other. Shake the items before
putting them in the appliance.
When the programme has
ended, immediately remove the
items and put them on a hanger.
/
Shirts 1,5kg (or 7
shirts)/
Easy care fabrics for which a
minimum of ironing is necessary.
The drying results can be differ‐
ent from one type of fabric to the
other. Shake the items before
you put them in the appliance.
When the programme is comple‐
ted, Immediately remove the
items and put them on a hanger.
/
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