V-ZUG Adora TLA User manual

Tumble dryer
Adora TL
Operating instructions
VZUG Ltd

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Dear V-ZUG Customer
Thank you for choosing to buy one of our products.
Your appliance is made to high standards and is easy to use. Nevertheless, please
take the time to read these operating instructions in order to familiarize yourself with
the appliance and get the best use out of it.
Please follow the safety precautions.
Modifications
Text, diagrams and data correspond to the technical standard of the appliance at the
time these operating instructions went to press. The right to make technical modifica-
tions for the purpose of the further development of the appliance is reserved.
Symbols used
AIndicates step-by-step instructions.
– Describes how the appliance reacts to the steps taken.
䡲Indicates a list.
Validity
The model number corresponds to the first three digits on the identification plate. These
operating instructions apply to the models:
Variations depending on the model are noted in the text.
© V-ZUG Ltd, CH-6301 Zug, 2006
Denotes important safety precautions. Failure to observe
said precautions can result in injury or damage to the appli
ance or fittings!
Denotes useful tips for the user.
Model Type Model no. Art. no.
Adora TLA WT-ATLA 283 283.2
Adora TLK WT-ATLK 284 284.2

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Contents
Safety precautions 5
Before using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Correct use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Children in the home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Note on use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Your appliance 9
Appliance description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operating and display elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Programme overview 13
Programme sequence for the automatic programmes . . . . . . 13
Automatic programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Special programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Additional functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
User settings 19
Childproof lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Level of dryness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Drying 22
Programme selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Changing selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Aborting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Programme selection with childproof lock activated . . . . . . . 28
End of programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Care and maintenance 30
Cleaning the exterior of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Build-up of fluff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Cleaning the door filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Cleaning the condenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Cleaning the moisture sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Troubleshooting 34
What to do if ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Drying tips 40
Fabric care symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Technical data 42
Disposal 44
Index 45
Repair service 47
Quick instructions 48

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Safety precautions
In accordance with the requirements of IEC 60335-1:
䡲This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, un-
less supervised or unless they have been given instruction concerning the use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Before using for the first time
䡲The appliance must be installed and connected to the electricity supply in accord-
ance with the separate installation instructions. The necessary work should be car-
ried out by a qualified fitter or electrician.
䡲Dispose of the packaging material in accordance with local regulations.
䡲Ensure access to the place of disconnection (e. g. socket outlet, wall switch).
䡲It is advisable to wipe out the drum with a damp cloth.
The appliance corresponds to recognised technology stand
ards and the relevant safety regulations. Proper use of the
appliance is however essential to avoid damage and acci
dents. Please therefore follow the precautions given in these
operating instructions.

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Correct use
䡲The appliance is suitable for drying home textiles. It is designed for use in the home
and for the above-mentioned purpose only. No liability is assumed for any dam-
age caused by improper or incorrect use.
䡲Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially any elec-
trical parts, should only be carried out by the manufacturer, its Customer Services
or similarly qualified persons. Repairs if carried out incorrectly may cause serious
injury, damage to the appliance and fittings, as well as affect the functioning of
the appliance. If the appliance is not working properly or in case of a repair order,
follow the instructions given in the 'Repair service' section. If necessary, please con-
tact Customer Services.
䡲Use original spare parts only.
䡲Retain these operating instructions for future reference. If you sell or pass the appli-
ance on to a third party, please ensure these operating instructions accompany the
appliance, together with the instructions on installation. In this way, the new owner
can inform themselves about how to use the appliance correctly and read the per-
tinent safety precautions.
Do not use the appliance to dry the following:
䡲Textiles that have been cleaned, treated or soaked with flammable chemicals, de-
tergents or solvents such as benzine, alcohol, stain remover, oil, paint, wax etc.
Fire or explosion hazard!
Wash materials containing such substances first by hand with water or allow the
solvent to evaporate completely.
䡲Fabrics with traces of hair spray, hair gel, nail varnish remover or other similar sub-
stances. Danger of gas build-up!
䡲Washing containing foam rubber or other rubber-like material. Ignition hazard!

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Children in the home
䡲Packaging material (e. g. plastic, polystyrene) can be dangerous for children.
Danger of suffocation! Keep packaging material away from children.
䡲The appliance is designed for use by adults who are familiar with these operating
instructions. Children are often unable to recognise the danger of electrical appli-
ances. Ensure proper supervision and do not allow children to play with the appli-
ance – there is a danger that children could get locked inside.
䡲Tumble dryer additives (e. g. tumbler dryer sheets) can irritate the eyes, mouth and
throat and even cause choking! Keep tumble dryer additives out of the reach of
children.
䡲Use the childproof locking facility.
Note on use
䡲Do not use the appliance if visibly damaged or if the inlet pipes are damaged.
Contact Customer Services.
䡲If the appliance is not operating properly, disconnect it from the electricity supply
immediately.
䡲Keep animals away from the appliance.
䡲To protect your washing, follow the fabric care symbols and the hints and advice
in the 'Drying tips' section.
䡲Do not operate the appliance without the door filter or with a damaged door filter
(fire hazard from fluff build-up!).
䡲Before closing the appliance door and starting a programme, ensure that there are
no foreign objects or pets in the drum.
䡲During the drying process, the back, drum and inside of the appliance door be-
come hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching these parts.
䡲The condensate water collected is not suitable for drinking.
䡲After use, switch off the electricity by turning off the wall switch or pulling out the
mains plug. Never pull the mains plug out by the cable.
Do not use the pivoting operating panel to lift or move the
appliance.

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Maintenance
䡲Disconnect the appliance from the mains before carrying out maintenance work.
䡲The door filter must be cleaned each time the appliance is used.
䡲Do not spray the outside or the inside of the appliance with water. Do not use a
steam cleaner.
䡲Do not sit, lean or rest on the appliance door.
䡲Do not climb on to the appliance (danger of tipping).
䡲Use original spare parts only.
Ensure the drum has stopped moving before reaching inside.
Do not touch the drum while it is still in motion – risk of seri
ous injury!

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Your appliance
Appliance description
«Condenser» tumble dryer
The appliance operates with a closed air circuit. An air-cooled condenser extracts
moisture from the closed air circuit. The condensate water collected is discharged
through a pipe outlet at the rear into the drainage system.
䡲Capacity: from individual items to a 6 kg dry load
䡲5 automatic programmes
䡲3 special programmes
«Timed drying»
«Airing»
«Fluffing»
䡲2 additional functions
«Delayed start»
«Gentle»
䡲Electronically controlled drying for energy-efficient performance
䡲Air-cooled condenser
䡲Crease guard at the end of programme
䡲Display for programme duration and programme duration remaining
䡲Digital display for hints and trouble-shooting
䡲Display for level of dryness
䡲Door filter
䡲Childproof lock
«Vented» tumble dryer
The «vented» model comes with the same features as the «condenser» model, but with-
out the condenser. In this model, the moisture extracted from the washing is vented
outside the home.

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Construction
«Condenser» / «Vented» model
1Operating and display elements
(pivoting operating panel)
2Appliance door
3Door filter
4Cover
5Air grille
6Identification plate
Condensate water outlet
The condensate water outlet is located at the back of the appliance on the bottom left-
hand side.
Air extraction duct
The air extraction duct is located at the back of the appliance at the bottom.
The operating panel can be set
in one of three positions.
The appliance door can be set to open to the left or to the right. Our Customer
Services can make the necessary adjustments to the appliance.
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Operating and display elements
Automatic programmes
Special programme
Additional functions
Digital display
12 Level of dryness: damp, ready to iron
13 Level of dryness: standard dry
14 Cool down/Airing
15 Communications interface
1Extra dry with indicator light
2Standard dry with indicator light
3Damp, ready to iron with indicator light
4Damp with indicator light
5Crease-guard programme with indicator light
6Selection button with indicator light
7Timed drying/Airing with indicator light
8Delayed start
9Gentle with indicator light
10 End of programme with indicator light
11 Display for
䡲Programme duration 䡲Delayed start
䡲Programme duration remaining 䡲Hints and trouble-shooting
min
min
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2456 10
71213
14 891511

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Indicator lights
Display for level of dryness
During the drying cycle, the level of dryness of the washing is indicated by the relevant
indicator light.
Indicator lights flash:
Select programme(s) or function(s).
Indicator lights are lit up:
Programme(s) or function(s) is (are) active.
Indicator lights are not lit up:
Programme(s) or function(s) is (are) inactive.
Washing still wet (display is empty)
Damp, ready to iron
Standard dry
Cool down/Airing

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Programme overview
The programme duration and energy consumption data are for a 6 kg wash load spun
at around 1000 rpm (corresponding to a residual moisture level of about 60 %). A
higher spinning speed and a smaller load reduce them by about 20–30 %.
Programme sequence for the automatic programmes
The drying process has three phases:
Tumble drying
The washing is tumble dried until it reaches the set level of dryness. The tumble drying
process is monitored by a moisture sensor. As soon as the required level of dryness is
reached, the «Cool down/Airing» phase starts.
Cool down/Airing
The washing is cooled down to a temperature at which creasing is minimized.
This phase lasts between 4 and 10 minutes. The washing can now be removed from
the appliance.
If the washing is not unloaded, the «Crease guard» programme starts.
Crease guard
With the «Crease guard» programme, the dried washing is moved at frequent intervals
to prevent creasing.
«Crease guard» lasts 30 minutes. «Crease guard» can be stopped at any time simply
by opening the appliance door.
To select the right drying programme, follow the fabric care symbols on gar-
ment labels, e. g. .

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Automatic programmes
Energy saving mode with the «vented» model
AOn reaching the required automatic programme, hold the button depressed
for 3 seconds.
Programme/Symbol Use
Extra dry For thick, multi-layered textiles and mixed loads.
Not suitable for knitted or woven articles such as T-shirts and underwear as they
could shrink.
Standard dry
For similar items of washing (e. g. terry towelling and underwear).
Damp, ready to iron
For items that are to be ironed.
Damp
For items that are to be pressed (e. g. table linen).
Crease-guard
programme Creases that come from spinning in the washing machine are reduced (e. g. shirts,
blouses).
Programme/Symbol Programme duration¹ Energy
3h50 3.00 kWh
3h40 2.90 kWh

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Programme sequence/Consumption data
Capacity Residual moisture Programme duration¹ Energy
6 kg –5 % to –2 % 1h40
1h55*
3.35 kWh
3.60 kWh*
6 kg –4 % to 0 % 1h30
1h45*
3.25 kWh
3.50 kWh*
6 kg 8 % to 16 % 1h15
1h30*
3.15 kWh
3.40 kWh*
6 kg 22 % to 30 % 1h05
1h20*
2.40 kWh
2.80 kWh*
1 kg – 0h20 0.50 kWh
* Applies to «condenser» model.
Programme/Symbol Programme duration¹ Energy
3h25 2.15 kWh
3h15 1.70 kWh
¹ For single-phase 230 V connections, the programme duration will be longer.

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Energy saving mode with the «condenser» model
AOn reaching the required automatic programme, hold the button depressed
for 3 seconds.
Special programmes
Programme/Symbol Programme duration¹ Energy
1h44 3.45 kWh
1h29 3.35 kWh
Programme/Symbol Use
Timed drying For drying textiles off. Also for drying sleeping bags and quilts, and any individual
items of washing.
Airing
For refreshing or airing little-worn garments.
Fluffing programme Raises the pile of and brings the bounce back to woollen textiles, but does not dry
them. Unload woollens as soon as the programme ends to prevent creasing.
min
min
10 minutes
+

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Programme sequence/Consumption data
Programme/Symbol Programme duration¹ Energy
1h19 3.25 kWh
1h09 2.65 kWh
¹ For single-phase 230 V connections, the programme duration will be longer.
Capacity Residual moisture Programme duration Energy
6 kg – 0h10 to 1h30 –
2.5 kg – 0h10 0.02 kWh
1 kg – 0h03 0.05 kWh

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Additional functions
Function/Symbol Use Max. load
Delayed start
Take advantage of cheap-rate electricity (delayed start period
of between 1 and 24 hours). During shut-off periods, which
are determined by the local electricity supplier, the delayed
start time is extended by the length of time the electricity was
shut off. This is not shown in the display.
–
Gentle Gentle drying for mixed fabrics, e. g. shirts, pullovers, T-shirts.
The drying temperature and level of dryness are reduced. 2.5 kg

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User settings
You can change certain appliance settings to suit your own preferences. Settings can
be changed irrespective of whether the appliance door is open or closed, provided
no drying programme is running. The procedure is generally the same for all settings.
Accessing the configuration mode
AHold the button depressed for 5 seconds.
– appears in the digital display.
APress the button repeatedly to see the various settings.
APress the button to change the configuration.
– Any changes are taken over automatically and must not be confirmed.
ATo exit the configuration mode, press the button repeatedly until the digital dis-
play goes dark.

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Childproof lock
The childproof lock is to prevent children accidentally starting or stopping a pro-
gramme. When «Childproof lock ON» is activated, a programme can only be started
by pressing two buttons simultaneously.
Switching the childproof lock ON/OFF
AHold the button depressed for 5 seconds.
– appears in the digital display.
APress the button 1×.
– appears in the digital display for childproof lock OFF (factory setting).
APress the button to change the setting.
– appears in the digital display for childproof lock ON.
ATo exit the configuration mode, press the button repeatedly until the digital
display goes dark.