montpellier TCS8 User manual

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Montpellier
Installation and Operating Instructions
Model:TCS8
Free-Standing Condenser Tumble Dryer
Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to install or use this appliance. It is
advisable to keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing this Montpellier appliance. It has been
designed to give years of trouble-free use provided it is installed and
maintained correctly.
Please read these instructions carefully before installing or using your
appliance. It is advisable to keep your purchase and installation receipts
with these instructions in a safe place for future reference. Included is
some important safety information in addition to guidelines and
recommendations that will enable you to take full advantage of all the
functions available.
This quality appliance has been tested and certified to meet all applicable
UK electrical and safety standards.
This appliance must be installed and connected in accordance with
current regulations by a qualified electrician.
After unpacking the appliance ensure that there is no visible damage. If the
appliance has been damaged during transit, do not use it, contact your
retailer immediately.

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Description of the Appliance
1. Control Panel
2. Drum Door
3. Adjustable Feet
4. Condenser Cover
5. Door ‘Push’
6. Water Container Cover
7. Programme Control Knob
8. Display Panel
9. Function Buttons
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CONTENTS:
Section 1. Installation
Section 2. Safety Advice
Section 3. Operating the Appliance
Section 4. Maintenance

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Section 1. Installation
 Position the appliance in a dry, well ventilated room with a solid level floor.
The room temperature must not fall below +5° or rise above +35°.
 This appliance is fitted with adjustable feet so that you can ensure it is sitting
level. Loosen the lock nuts, adjust the feet by turning left or right and when
the appliance is level tighten the lock nuts.
 The adjustable feet must never be removed.
 Ensure that there is adequate room for ventilation underneath the appliance.
 Plug the 3pin moulded plug into a nearby 13amp plug socket. Always make
sure that you can easily gain access to switch the power on or off at the plug
socket.
 If you have installed this appliance underneath a work surface the plug
socket should have a fused switch located above the work surface so that
you can easily switch the appliance on or off.
 You are advised to turn the power off at the plug socket when you have
finished using your appliance.
 Before using the appliance for the first time, you are advised to clean the
drum with a damp cloth.
 To open the drum door, simply press the Door ‘Push’ and the catch will
release. To close the door, simply press the Door ‘Push’ and the catch will
lock the door. Never try to force open the door by any other method!

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Section 2. Safety Advice
This appliance is manufactured and intended for DOMESTIC use only. Any
guarantee offered with the appliance is not valid for any installation in a
commercial environment.
This appliance MUST BE EARTHED!
Never try and disconnect the power by pulling the supply cable – hold the plug
firmly and pull it out of the socket.
Never touch the plug or power cable with wet hands.
Check the power cable periodically for signs of damage and ensure that it is
not trapped underneath the appliance. If the cable is damaged, turn off the
power at the socket and arrange for a qualified electrician to replace the
cable.
Never remove the power cable, open the appliance cabinet or try to modify
the appliance in any way. All service work must be carried out by a qualified
electrician.
Never allow children to play with this appliance or operate the appliance
unsupervised.
Always check the inside of the drum before closing the door and/or switching
on the appliance. Ensure that small children or pets have not climbed into the
drum.
 Ensure that the appliance is sited well away from other heat sources, i.e. open
fires, boilers etc and in a dry, well ventilated room. The temperature must not
fall below +5° or rise above +35°.
Always check the care labels on your clothing/linen to ensure that they are
suitable for tumble drying.
Ensure that objects such as coins, keys, matches, lighters or sharp objects
are removed from pockets before placing the clothing in the dryer.
Never place items in the dryer that have a foam or rubber backing.
Never place items such as quilts or cushions in the dryer, they accumulate
excessive heat and may pose a fire risk.
Never place soaking wet items directly into the dryer. Wet items must be put
through a spin cycle in your washing machine first.
Never place items in the dryer that have been in contact with industrial
chemicals, petroleum products or cleaning fluids.
Ensure that the filter is cleaned on a regular basis as excessive lint build-up
may pose a fire risk.
Please note that the final part of the drying cycle is carried out without heat,
thus allowing the items to cool slightly so that they can be removed from the
drum safely.
Never overload the drum – ensure that the load added to the drum does not
exceed 8kg. Overloading of the appliance may pose a fire risk.

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Section 3. Operating the Appliance
3.1. The Control Panel
3.1.1. Programme Selector Knob (A)
The drying programme is selected by turning this knob (A) (See 3.2.2.)
3.1.2. Start/Pause Button (B)
The drying programme is started or paused by pressing this button.
The indicator lamp will flash during the selection phase and lights up
during the drying programme (See 3.2.3. & 3.3.7.)
3.1.3. Option Buttons (C), (D), (E),(F) &(G)
Push the Buzzer button (C) if you want an audible signal to announce
the end of the programme/cycle (See 3.3.5.)
Push the Delicate Load button (D) to reduce the drying/heat intensity
when drying delicate items (See 3.3.6.)
Push the Half Load button (E) if you are only placing a few items into
Drum for the drying cycle (See 3.3.10.)
Push the Delay Start button (F) to delay the start of a programme by up
to 24 hours (See 3.3.8.)
To operate the Child Lock (G) press buttons D & F simultaneously for
several seconds (See 3.3.9.)
A
B
C
E
D
F
G
H
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3.1.4. Display Panel & Indicator Lamps (H)
The Display Panel (H) provides you with the following information:
- A ‘countdown’ display showing the remaining time the selected
programme has left to run.
- A visual indicator showing when the filter requires cleaning (See
Section 4.2.) However, you are advised to check and clean the
filter at the end of every cycle.
- A visual indicator showing when the condenser requires cleaning
(See Section 4.3.) However, you are advised to check and clean
the condenser at the end of every cycle.
- A visual indicator showing when the water container requires
emptying (See Section 4.4.) However, you are advised to empty
the container at the end of every cycle.
3.1.5. Programme Sequence Lamps (I)
The lights will display the progress of the selected programme from
overdry protection, through to the end of the cycle.
3.2. Programme Selections
3.2.1. Preparation
‘Press’ open the door and place items into the drum one at a time.
Ensure that all items are loose and not folded tightly. Also ensure
that everything has been removed from pockets and that any zips
have been fastened.
‘Press’ close the door and check that none of the items have been
trapped between the door and the drum.
3.2.2. Select the Programme
Turn the programme selector knob (A) in a clockwise direction to
the required programme. The start/pause light will flash
3.2.3. Start the Programme
Press the start/pause button (B) to start the programme cycle.

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3.3. Programmes/Functions
3.3.1. Automatic Controlled Drying
The appliance detects the moisture in the load and
automatically adjusts the drying time. Simply select the
programme according to the fabric type.
3.3.2. Time Controlled Drying
Simply select the required time, 60’ or 90’ for cottons, or 30’ for
synthetics and press the start button. To cancel the
programme, simply turn the dial to ‘0’. At the end of the cycle,
turn the dial to ’0’.
3.3.3. Programme Option Buttons
If an additional function is required, select the appropriate
function by pressing the function button (this must be done
before pressing the start/pause button). The corresponding
light will come on.
3.3.4. Incorrect Option Selection
If you select a function that is not compatible with the
programme selected, the function will not operate and ErS
(Error) will be displayed in the Display Panel (H).
3.3.5. Select Buzzer
You can select a buzzer to sound whenever you depress any
button or to announce the end of a programme/cycle. To
activate the buzzer simply press the audible signal Buzzer
Button (C) the corresponding light will come on. Please note
that if the Buzzer is required, it must be activated each time the
machine is switched on.
3.3.6. Delicate Load Function
When using a ‘cottons’ or ‘synthetics’ programme you can
carry out the drying process at a lower temperature to protect
delicate items. To activate, simply press the Delicate Load
button (D) before starting the programme. The corresponding
light will come on.

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3.3.7. Start/Pause
Following selection of the programme and any relevant
function, simply press the Start/Pause button (B) to start the
cycle. You can pause the cycle at any time by pressing the
button again. Press again to re-start.
3.3.8. Delay Function
This function allows you to delay the start of a programme by
up to 24 hours. First select the required programme, then press
the Delay Start button (F) repeatedly until the desired delay is
shown (each press of the button increases the delay time by 1
hour) and then press the Start/Pause button. N.B. The delay
feature will not operate with any of the ‘Special’ programmes.
3.3.9. Child Lock
Once you have selected the required programme and started
the cycle, you can lock the machine controls by simply pressing
the Delicate & Delay Start buttons (D&F) simultaneously for
several seconds.
To unlock, simply press and hold the same buttons again for
several seconds.
3.3.10. Half Load
Press the Half Load button (E) if you are only adding a few
items for drying.
3.3.11. At The End Of The Programme
If the laundry is left in the machine for some time after the
programme has ended, the dryer will automatically perform an
anti-crease cycle.
The ‘end’ display light will show and the buzzer will sound (if
activated).
The filter light will also show if the filter requires cleaning.
The condenser light will also show if the condenser requires
cleaning.
The water container light will also show if the water container
requires emptying.

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3.3.12. After Each Use
Clean the filter!
Clean the condenser!
Empty the water container!
If the drying programme has to be stopped before it
reaches the end, we recommend that that you turn the
programme control knob to ‘Air Dry’ and wait until this
programme has finished. This will avoid excessive heat
building up inside the drum and also ensure that the
laundry items have cooled enough to handle safely.
3.3.13. Description Of Programmes
Section Programme Description Max’ Load Types of Garment/Fabric
Cotton Heavy 8kg Towels/Bathrobes
“Strong 8kg Jeans/Workclothes
Normal 8kg Shirts/T-Shirts/Cotton Trousers
“Iron 8kg Bed linen/Table linen
“Damp 8kg Underwear
Synthetics Extra 4kg Sheets/Table cloths
“ Cupboard 4kg Synthetic Items
“ Iron 4kg Woolens
Time 30’,60’,90’ 4kg/8kg (*) Cotton/Synthetics as above
Specials Anti-Bac 4kg Underwear
“ Airdry 8kg Airing and Softening – this
program uses cool air to air
garments or soften them up
after drying outside.
“ Freshen Up 4kg Underwear/Shirts
“ Silk 2kg Silk Items
(*) 4kg Maximum Load for Synthetics and 8kg Maximum Load for Cottons

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3.3.14. Maximum Loads
Recommended loads are indicated in the Programme Chart
(3.3.13.) but the general rules are:
Cotton/linen – full load but not tightly packed.
Synthetics - drum no more than half full.
Delicate fabrics and woollens – drum no more than quarter
full.
3.3.15. Garment Labels
Always double check the garment label and follow the
instructions given before placing the item in the drier.
May be tumble dried
Normal drying at high temperature
Delicate drying at low temperature
Do not tumble dry

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Section 4. Maintenance
4.1. Cleaning the Appliance
Always switch off the power supply to the appliance before cleaning.
Wash the exterior surfaces of the appliance with warm soapy water
and dry thoroughly. Never use bleach or inflammable liquids.
Periodically wipe the inside of the drum door to remove any build up
of fluff/lint.
Ensure that the surface of the drum is kept clean – wipe with a damp
cloth.
4.2. Cleaning The Filter
Your drier will not operate
correctly unless the filter is
cleaned on a regular basis.
Remove the filter from the base
of the door opening and wash it
with warm soapy water. Dry
thoroughly and re-fit. Never use
the drier without the filter in
place.
4.3. Cleaning the Condenser
Open the condenser cover (See item 4. Description
of the Appliance, Page 3) undo the two lock nuts and
slide out the condenser unit. Wash the unit under
running water. Re-assemble when dry.
4.4. Emptying the Water Container
Pull the water container cover (See item 6.
Description of the Appliance, Page 3) and slide out
the water container. Take care not to spill any of the
water.
Carefully empty the contents of the container into
into an adjacent sink. Slide the water container back
container back into place, ensuring the cover is flush with
the Control Panel.

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4.5. What to do if something goes wrong
4.5.1. Drier Does Not Work
Ensure the plug is in the socket and the power is switched on.
Check there is not a power cut
Check the fuse in the plug (Must be 13 amp)
Ensure the drum door is closed correctly.
Has the start/pause button been pressed – press it again.
Does the filter require cleaning?
Does the condenser require cleaning?
Does the water container require emptying?
4.5.2. Drying Results Unsatisfactory
Wrong programme has been selected – see section 3.3.
Filter is clogged – remove and clean the filter.
Condenser requires cleaning – remove and clean condenser.
Water container is full – remove and empty water container.
Incorrect volume of laundry has been added – follow the loading
instructions carefully before adding garments and starting the drying
cycle.
4.5.3. Drying Cycle Lasts Too Long
The load volume is too large – reduce the load volume.
The laundry was too wet – ensure laundry has been spun to remove
excess moisture.
If after the above checks there is still a fault please contact your service
provider.

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Important Note:
This appliance is marked according to the European directive
2002/96/EC 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, or on the documents accompanying the
product, the Crossed Out Wheelie Bin, indicates that this appliance
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 authority, your household waste disposal service
or the retailer where you purchased the product.
We continuously try to improve our products for the benefit of our customers.
For this reason we reserve the right to make changes to any product at any time,
without notice
Issue: 02/19-03-2012