Lakeland DRY:SOON 53403 User manual
Model: 53403
FOLDABLE CLOTHES DRYER
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
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DRY:SOON FOLDABLE CLOTHES DRYER
Thank you for choosing the Lakeland Dry:Soon Foldable Clothes Dryer.
Please take a little time to read this booklet before getting started and keep it
in a safe place for future reference.
This electric clothes dryer is the ideal solution for drying your laundry
whatever the weather. It works by circulating warm air at 60°C, around damp
clothes through the heater air outlet, and is very simple to set up. It holds up
to 5 hangers, ideal for shirts, blouses, trousers, jumpers, T-shirts and delicates,
allowing clothes to be kept straight, ironing time is reduced too. Light enough
to move to where it’s needed, collapses for easy storage and transport, great
for using in a caravan or motor home.
Here at Lakeland, our award-winning family-owned business still oers the
same excellent quality, value for money and exceptional customer service as
when we founded the company back in the 1960s.
Our products are hand-picked and thoroughly tested so you can be sure that
everything you purchase will be a pleasure to use for many years to come.
CONTENTS
Product features................................................................................................................................3
Safety precautions ...................................................................................................................... 4-5
Setting up your Foldable Clothes Dryer for the first time....................................... 6-9
Instructions for use ....................................................................................................................10-11
Remote control .................................................................................................................................12
Using the remote control .............................................................................................................13
Frequently asked questions....................................................................................................... 14
Care and storing your Foldable Clothes Dryer................................................................. 14
Technical information.....................................................................................................................15
Electrical connections....................................................................................................................15
Recycling your electricals........................................................................................................... 16
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PRODUCT FEATURES
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1. Upper cap
2. Lifting handle
3. Remote control
4 . Hanger
5. Fabric Cover
6. Extending levers
7. Extending poles
8. Fastening locks
9. Lower stand
10. Heater air outlet
11. Power cable
12. Fragrance dispenser
N.B. Release catches
not shown on
main diagram.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Carefully read all the instructions before using the appliance and keep in a
safe place for future reference. Always follow these safety precautions when
using the appliance to avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance. This
appliance should be used only as described in this instruction book.
• 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 done by children unless they are older than
8 and supervised.
• Make sure your electricity supply matches the voltage shown on the
appliance.
• Ensure all packaging materials and any promotional labels or stickers are
removed from the appliance before the first use.
• Always inspect the appliance before use for noticeable signs of damage.
Do not use if damaged or has been dropped. In the event of damage, or if
the appliance develops a fault contact the Lakeland customer care team on
015394 88100 or info@lakeland.co.uk
• Always use the appliance on a dry, level, heat resistant surface.
• Unplug from the mains when not in use. To disconnect, turn the socket to
“o“ and remove the plug from the mains socket.
• Do not use any accessories or attachments with this appliance other than
those recommended by Lakeland.
• To protect against fire, electric shock or personal injury, do not immerse
cord or plug in water or other liquids.
• Avoid contact between the lead and hot surfaces. Keep the appliance plug
and lead away from ovens, electric and gas burners, flames and
water sources.
• For indoor use only.
• For domestic use only.
• This appliance should be used for airing clothes as described within the
instructions for use that accompany it.
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• Always ensure that your hands are dry before removing the plug from the
mains socket. Never pull the plug out of the mains socket by its lead or carry
the appliance by its lead.
• Do not allow the lead to be compressed or curled, or touch sharp edges.
• Not recommended to be used with a plug in timer switch.
• An extension cable may be used with care. The electrical rating of the cable
should be at least as great as the appliance.
• WARNING: A cut o plug inserted into a socket is a serious safety
(shock) hazard. Ensure the cut o plug is disposed of safely.
• CAUTION: The plastic bags used to wrap this appliance or the
packaging may be dangerous. To avoid risk of suocation, keep these
bags out of reach of babies and children. These bags are not toys.
• Always switch o and unplug the Foldable Clothes Dryer after use leaving it
to cool down completely before storing it away.
• The appliance must be placed on a level, dry surface at least 1.5 metres away
from heat or water sources.
• Do not use or store the appliance in a damp, dusty place, as this can cause
corrosion.
• Ensure the appliance is fully extended and secure before loading it with
laundry and switching it on.
• When opening and closing the Foldable Clothes Dryer never use force. The
mechanisms should move freely and easily.
• Keep fingers away from folding parts.
• Do not overload the Foldable Clothes Dryer, the maximum load of the airer
is 5kg. Load evenly across the surface to avoid the Foldable Clothes Dryer
tipping over. There is an auto shut-o if tilted 45° or more.
• Clothes should be spin-dried in your washing machine or well-wrung by
hand before being placed in the Foldable Clothes Dryer.
• The appliance will get hot in use. To prevent burns, keep your hands well
away from the heater air outlet and do not switch on the Foldable Clothes
Dryer until the fabric cover is zipped up. Let the heater air outlet cool
completely before storing away or cleaning the appliance.
• Never insert any object into the heater air outlet vents. Check regularly for
blockages, the airflow should be kept clear.
• Do not use the machine continually for long periods. The maximum working
time is 6 hours, then leave to cool down for 30 minutes, before using again.
• Do not allow children to play with the airer.
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SETTING UP YOUR FOLDABLE CLOTHES DRYER FOR
THE FIRST TIME
2. Turn the appliance over so that you can
remove the extending poles which are stored
in the lower stand. Rotate the extending poles
in the holders and they can be removed.
3. Uncoil the power cable.
4. Turn the appliance over so that it is sat on its
feet with the lifting handle at the top.
1. Carefully unpack the Foldable Clothes Dryer and remove all the packaging.
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5. Place fingers under the fastening locks at the
bottom on either side of the lower stand and
gently pull outwards, to release the upper cap.
6. Remove the upper cap from the lower stand
and either place on the floor behind the lower
stand or place at 90° on top of the lower
stand.
90°
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7. Pull out the release catch as you insert the
widest end of the extending poles into the
holes in the lower stand, making sure the
extending levers face outwards. Once in
position release the catch.
8. Repeat for the other extending pole.
9. On the extending pole, open the bottom
extending lever to extend the poles as far
as possible, then close the extending lever.
Repeat for the other extending pole.
Open
Close
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10. Place the upper cap on top of the extending
poles, locating the small ends of the
extending poles into the holes, on the
underside of the upper cap.
11. To secure in the holes in the upper cap, pull
the release catch to insert the extending pole
fully and it is secure. Repeat for the other
extending pole.
12. Extend both poles together and close both
extending levers.
13. Your Foldable Clothes Dryer is now ready to
use.
14. To dismantle and take down the Foldable
Clothes Dryer, carry out the above
instructions in reverse.
PLEASE NOTE: Keep your face away from the ends of the extending poles
when constructing.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
The Foldable Clothes Dryer gets clothes dry whatever the weather by
circulating warm air (up to 60°C) around them. The heater air outlet is quiet
and ecient, drying your laundry, the timer can be set from 15 minutes to 6
hours. The default drying time is 15 minutes.
It’s also gentler on your clothes than tumble drying. Garments are placed
on your own coat-hangers, which helps to reduce creasing and the need for
ironing. Plastic, wooden and metal hangers are all suitable. There is none of
the friction associated with tumble drying.
We highly recommend that laundry is spin-dried in your washing machine first
– or that hand-washed items are well-wrung - to help keep drying times to a
minimum and prevent excess water dripping onto your floor.
1. Firstly, make sure the Foldable Clothes Dryer is fully assembled, unplugged
and switched o.
2. Place the Foldable Clothes Dryer on a level, dry surface ready for use.
3. Place your laundry onto coat-hangers and
hook them onto the hanger which is inside
the fabric cover situated in the underside
of the upper cap.
4. Space them out evenly for best results.
5. Load evenly across the hanger to avoid the Foldable Clothes Dryer tipping
over. There is an auto shut-o if tilted 45° or more.
6. Do not exceed the maximum load for the Foldable Clothes Dryer of 5kg.
WARNING: Do not touch or cover the heater air outlet with clothes at
any point.
7. Close the zip on the fabric cover. Clothes will take much longer to dry if the
cover is not fully zipped.
8. Plug in and switch on at the mains socket, there will be a beep and red dot
will illuminate on the lower stand to show there is power.
9. On the remote control, press the On/o button to power it on, the
appliance will start to run on a default setting of a Medium heat level for
300 minutes (5 hours).To adjust the Timer and Heat settings settings see
‘Using The Remote Control’ on page 13.
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10. The heater air outlet will start working straight away, filling the fabric cover
with warm air to dry the clothes. The red dot will flash.
11. When the set drying time has finished the appliance will beep 5 times and
then automatically shut-o.
12. Switch o and unplug at the mains socket, then let everything cool down
for a few moments before unzipping the fabric cover and removing the
hangers. Please take care in case the metal parts of the hangers have
become hot.
13. Let the Foldable Clothes Dryer cool completely before storing it away.
FRAGRANCE DISPENSER
1. Fragrance reservoir can be located inside the
dryer on the top part of the lower stand, to add
your favourite aroma oil to your clothing, if
desired.
2. Before placing your clothes in the Foldable
Clothes Dryer, unscrew the cover and add a
couple of drops of your favourite aroma oil to
the sponge inside.
3. Do not dilute.
4. Replace the cover.
5. Then use the appliance as normal.
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REMOTE CONTROL
• The remote control is located at the top of the upper cap. It can either be
used in place or removed from the upper cap.
• To remove from the upper cap place your fingers on either side of the
remote control and remove from the upper cap.
BATTERY CHANGING INSTRUCTIONS
• If the remote control stops working the batteries may need replacing.
When replacing the batteries ensure the product is switched o.
• Open the battery compartment that is located at the back of the
remote control.
• Place in 2 new batteries (AAA/LR03 1.5V) with correct polarity (+/-).
• Replace the compartment cover.
• Safely dispose of old batteries in suitable recycling facility.
BATTERY SAFETY GUIDELINES
• Be sure to insert batteries correctly (+/-).
• Batteries should be replaced by an adult.
• Never dispose of batteries in fire as this may cause them to explode, or
attempt to disassemble the batteries.
• Do not mix old and new batteries (replace all batteries at the same time).
• Do not mix Alkaline, standard Carbon Zinc or rechargeable batteries.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to
be used.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Always remove exhausted or dead batteries from the product.
• Remove batteries from the product, if not going to be used for a long time.
• Ensure the battery compartment is secure.
• If the battery compartment (if applicable) does not close securely, stop
using the product and keep it away from children.
• Batteries are harmful if swallowed.
• If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part
of the body, seek immediate medical attention.
• KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
1. Press the on/o button to turn on the remote control, the appliance will start to
run on a default setting of a Medium heat level for 300 minutes (5 hours).
2. Using the remote control, you can increase or decrease the time on the
appliance, by using ‘Time +’ and ‘Time –’ buttons.
3. The time will increase or decrease in 15 minute intervals from 15 minutes to
360 minutes (6 hours). If you keep pressing the button it will cycle from
360 minutes back to 15 minutes. Time+ and Time- buttons can be used
when the appliance is working.
4. Press the H/M/L button to toggle through the heat level settings,
High, Medium and Low.
5. When the appliance is running the display panel will show the
time remaining and the heat level setting.
6. When the appliance has finished its running time it will beep 5 times.
7. The appliance will automatically stop.
8. Switch o the appliance at the mains socket.
9. Let the Foldable Clothes Dryer cool completely before storing it away.
MANUAL SWITCH
1. Should you be unable to find the remote
control, there is a manual button at the rear on
the underneath side of the appliance.
2. With no clothes inside the fabric cover,
locate and press the manual switch and the
appliance will start to run on the Medium heat
level for 360 minutes (6 hours).
3. Open the fabric cover and place in your clothes,
zip up the cover and continue to use as normal.
4. Should you wish to stop the appliance, press the
manual button, the heater will stop working, the fan
will run for 30 seconds then stop and beep 5 times.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Question: Why is my Foldable Clothes Dryer not heating up?
Answer: It may not be switched on. Check the Foldable Clothes Dryer is
plugged in, switched on at the socket.
Question: Why are my clothes taking a long tome to dry?
Answer: The clothes may be too heavy or thick, not spin-dried or
well-wrung.
May sure that the fabric cover is closed properly.
Question: Why has my Foldable Clothes Dryer stopped suddenly?
Answer: The set drying time may have elapsed.
CARE AND STORING YOUR FOLDABLE
CLOTHES DRYER
1. The Foldable Clothes Dryer is designed to be easily folded or taken apart
for compact storage after use. Always switch o, unplug and let the
Foldable Clothes Dryer cool down completely before folding or taking it
apart and storing away.
4. Check the heater air outlet to make sure they are clear of blockages.
5. Check the parts for wear or damage after every few uses.
6. Fabric cover, wipe clean with a damp cloth.
7. Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid.
8. Store the Foldable Clothes Dryer in a dry place, with the power cable
loosely coiled. Never wrap it tightly around the appliance.
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
• Power: 600W.
• Voltage: 220-240V.
• Frequency: 50Hz.
Approximate size:
• Fully closed: 62 x 33.5 x 28cm H. (24½” x 13½” x 11”).
Fully open: 62 x 33.5 x 150cm H. (24½” x 13¼” x 59”).
• Weight of product: 4.9kg.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
The appliance is fitted with a fused three-pin plug to BS1363 which is suitable
for use in all homes fitted with sockets to current specifications.
CHANGING THE 10 AMP FUSE
Use a 10 amp BS1362 fuse. Only BSI or ASTA approved fuses should be used. If
you are unsure which plug or fuse to use, always refer to a qualified electrician.
Note: After replacing or changing a fuse on a moulded plug which has a fuse
cover, the cover must be refitted to the plug; the appliance must not be used
without a fuse cover. If lost, replacement fuse covers can be obtained from an
electrical shop.
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RECYCLING YOUR ELECTRICALS
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
requires UK distributors to maximise separate collection and
environmentally friendly processing of WEEE.
UK distributors (including retailers) are required to provide a system
which allows all customers buying new electrical equipment the
opportunity to recycle their old items free of charge.
As a responsible retailer, we have met these requirements by oering
all customers buying new electrical and electronic equipment free
take-back of their old electricals on a like-for-like basis.
Lakeland
Alexandra Buildings, Windermere, Cumbria, UK LA23 1BQ
Tel: +44(0)15394 88100 www.lakeland.co.uk
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