Zanussi TD163 User manual

TUMBLE DRYER
TD163
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION A
This information is provided in the interest of safety.
You must read it carefully before installing or using the appliance.
Installation
• Any electrical work required to install the
appliance must be carried out by a competent
qualified person.
• Do not use a two-way adaptor or extension
lead. The dryer must be connected to its own
socket.
• Ensure the appliance does not stand on the
electrical supply cable.
• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
modify this product in any way.
• This appliance is designed to be vented
through to the open air. It must have its own
ventilation system which should not be shared
with other appliances ventilation systems for
example cooker hood outlets.
Child Safety
• Check your drum before use. Pets and children
have been known to climb into tumble dryers.
• This appliance should be operated by adults.
Do not allow children to tamper with the con¬
trols or play with the product.
• Keep children away from the appliance when it
is in operation.
During Use
• This tumble dryer is intended for normal
domestic use only.
• Clean the lint filter after each drying cycle.
• The appliance should be unplugged after use.
• Do not block the air inlets at the side of your
dryer.
• Do not allow fluff to accumulate around the
tumble dryer.
• Do not overload the appliance.
• Do not exceed the recommended maximum
load.
• Clothes which are dripping wet must not be
placed in the dryer. Only load well spun
clothes.
• Do not dry items containing foam rubber or
rubber like materials.
• Under no circumstances should anything other
than articles recommended for tumble drying
be placed in the tumble dryer.
• Do not dry items that have been in contact with
flammable chemicals such as dry cleaning
fluid.
• Never switch the tumble dryer off and leave a
hot load in the drum.
Service
• Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons
may cause injury or serious malfunction.
• Repairs should be carried out by Zanussi
Service Force. Always insist on genuine
Zanussi spare parts.
Please read this instruction book before
using the appliance, and retain for
future reference
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CONTENTS
FOR THE USER Page
Important Safety Information.i
Installation
Child Safety
During Use
Service
Description of the Appliance. 3
Temperature Switch
Time Selector Dial
Programme Chart
Lint Filter
Hints & Tips on Drying. 4
Drying Times. 5
Operating Sequence. 6
Loading the Laundry
Selecting the programme
When drying is complete
Maintenance and Cleaning. 7
External Cleaning
Cleaning the Lint Filter
Something Not Working. 8
Symptoms and Solutions
Heater cut-out
Service and Spare Parts. 9
Customer Care. 9
Guarantee Conditions. l o
FOR THE INSTALLER Page
Installation Instructions.ii
Technical Information
Electrical Connection. 1 2
Positioning. 1 3
Site preparation
Venting
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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
Temperature Switch
Press the bottom of the switch for a high
temperature setting. Press the top of the switch
for a low temperature.
Use the high temperature for drying cottons and
linens, and the low temperature for drying
synthetics and delicates.
Time Selector Dial
The time selector dial is marked in minutes up to
a maximum of 120 minutes.
To select a drying time, turn the dial clockwise
until the time you require is in line with the
marker.
To reduce the drying time turn the dial anti¬
clockwise until the correct time is reached.
Programme Guide
This is a guide to help you select the correct
temperature and drying time.
Lint Filter
The lint filter must be in position when the
machine is in use. It must be cleaned after every
drying cycle.
A Do not operate the appliance with a
damaged filter or with no filter at all.
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HINTS & TIPS ON DRYING
Before plaeing articles of laundry in your
tumble dryer, check the care labels to ensure
they are recommended for tumble drying.
Care labels you may find on
your laundry
• Always load well spun laundry. The higher
the spin speed the lower the electricity con¬
sumption and the shorter the drying time.
• DO NOT load dripping wet laundry into
the dryer. Roll the article in a towel or spin
to remove excess water.
Close poppers and zips and fasten any but¬
tons.
Sort the laundry. Separate synthetics from
cottons/linens, and dry separately.
Remove the laundry immediately after the
programme has finished.
A Do not overload the appliance • Use a fabric conditioning sheet to reduce
static. We recommend the sheet is pinned
Here is a list of the approximate weight of “> “ (using a safety pin),
some common laundry items: , , g j^gg small articles.
Sheet .700 to lOOOg • When drying items such as sheets, we rec¬
ommend you periodically stop the dryer to
Pillowcase .100 to 200g redistribute the load.
Tablecloth.
Table Napkin.
.50 to lOOg
Kitchen Towel. .70 to 120g
Linen Hand Towel. .100 to 150g
Hand Towel.
.150 to 250g
Bath Towel. .700 to lOOOg
Bathrobe. .1000 to 1500g
Shirt. .200 to 300g
Apron. .150to200g
DO NOT use the tumble
dryer to dry the following:
• Articles contaminated with inflammable
substances e.g. petrol, cleaning solvents,
cooking oil, fats or hair lacquer.
• Woollen and synthetic wool mixtures
unless the item is labelled as suitable for
tumble drying.
• Very delicate articles such as silk
• Very large and bulky items such as duvets
or sleeping bags.
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DRYING TIMES
Cotton and Polyester Cotton
Degree of
Quantity
Selector Dial
Spin Given
Setting
500rpm
120 mins
Store
800/1 OOOrpm
3.0kg 110 mins
2800 rpm (spin dryer)
80 mins
Dry
500rpm
100 mins
800/1OOOrpm 1.5kg 80 mins
2800 rpm (spin dryer)
60 mins
500rpm
100 mins
Iron
800/1 OOOrpm
3.0kg 80 mins
2800 rpm (spin dryer)
60 mins
Dry
500rpm
80 mins
800/1000rpm
1.5kg 60 mins
2800 rpm (spin dryer)
40 mins
Synthetics
Degree of
Spin Given
Quantity
Selector Dial
Setting
500rpm
60 mins
800/1 OOOrpm
1.5kg 50 mins
Store
2800 rpm (spin dryer)
40 mins
Dry
500rpm
40 mins
800/1 OOOrpm
0.5kg 30 mins
2800 rpm (spin dryer)
20 mins
If the laundry is spin-dried in a washing machine at less than 500 rpm, the residual dampness will
be higher and consequently the drying time should be increased.
This applies particularly to laundry consisting primarily of towels.
If the laundry is spin-dried at more than 1200 rpm, the residual dampness will be lower and
consequently the drying time should be decreased.
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OPERATING SEQUENCE
1. L oading the laundry
• Open the door by pulling it outwards
• Load the items one at a time, shaking
them out loosely.
• Where possible mix the load, i.e. large
and small items.
• Close the door.
• Dry your hands and plug in the
appliance.
2. S electing the programme
• Select the temperature
• Select the required drying time
Use the programme guide to help you
select the correct drying time and
temperature.
The machine will now start working
and rotate in a clockwise direction.
• To lengthen or shorten a timed
programme, turn the time selector dial
until the correct time is reached, bearing
in mind that during the last 12 minutes
the dryer carries out the cooling phase.
3. W h e n drying is complete
• The machine stops automatically
• Remove the laundry
• Switch off the machine
I There is an automatic 12 minute cool
down period at the end of every cycle,
during which the heater is switched off.
This helps to minimise creasing,
A\ Never switch the dryer off and leave a
hot load in the drum.
The filter must be cleaned after every
drying programme.
We recommend the machine is disconnected
from the electricity supply when not in use.
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_ MAINTENANCE A N D CLEANING
/K Disconnect the appliance from the electricity
supply before carrying out any maintenance
or cleaning.
Never use abrasive cleaning products or
cleaning agents which contain bleach,
acetone, alcohol or methylated spirits.
External Cleaning
Periodically wipe the outside of the appliance,
using only water and a soft cloth. Dry thoroughly.
Cleaning the Lint Filter
Your dryer will only function well if the filter is
clean.
The filter collects fluff which accumulates during
drying and it must therefore be removed and
cleaned at the end of each programme.
To remove the filter:
• Pull the filter upwards and away from the
appliance.
• Remove any threads of fluff by hand or
with a soft brush
• Slide the filter back into position.
[T] Wash the filter occasionally in detergent
solution using a soft brush to remove any small
particles.
As. The lint filter must be cleaned after every
drying cycle.
As Keep the air inlets at the back of the appliance
clear.
Cleaning the Door
Wipe the interior part of the door to remove any
fluff.
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SOMETHING NOT WORKING
Before contacting your local Zanussi Service Force please carry out the following checks.
SYMPTOM
SOLUTION
♦ The machine does not work/start
♦ Check that there is a supply of electricity
♦ Check the plug fuse
♦ Check the door is closed
♦ Check the machine is switched on
♦ Check the time selector dial is set correctly
♦ The clothes are not dry after normal
drying time
♦ Check you have used the correct temperature setting
♦ Check the vent hose is not blocked (sometimes a
strong wind may cause back pressure)
♦ Check the timer has not been set within a cool down
period
♦ The heater cut-out has operated. See below
♦ Check the lint filter is clean
If the tumble dryer does not function correctly after these checks, contact Zanussi Service Force.
IMPORTANT;
If you call out an engineer to a fault listed above, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use
or installation, a charge will be made even if the appliance is under guarantee.
Heater Cut-Out
This cut-out operates if the airflow is severely
restricted. Before resetting it check:
4 The filter is clean.
♦ The air inlets at the back are not
blocked.
4 The exhaust venting is clear and not
kinked.
4 There are no other restrictions.
To reset the cut-out, press the red disk at the back
of the dryer.
If the cut-out continues to operate after checking
the above points you should contact Zanussi
Service Force.

SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS
In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts please contact
your local Zanussi Service Force Centre by telephoning:
08705 929929 (UK)
01 409 0770 (EIRE)
Your telephone call will be automatically transferred to the Service Centre covering your post code
area. For further information refer to the accompanying Customer Care booklet.
When you contact Service Force, they will need to know:
1. Your name, address and post code
2. Your telephone number
3. Clear and concise details of the fault
4. The model and serial number
5. The date of purchase
Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have read the details under the heading ‘Something
Not Working’.
In-guarantee customers should ensure that the checks under the heading ‘Something Not
Working’ have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or
electrical breakdown.
Please note that it will be necessary to provide proof of purchase for any in-guarantee service
calls.
All enquiries concerning service should be addressed to your local Service Centre.
CUSTOMER CARE
For general enquiries concerning your Zanussi appliance or for further information on Zanussi
products you are invited to contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the
address below, or visit our website at www.zanussi.co.uk
(UK) Customer Care Department
Zanussi
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SLl IDZ
Tel: [phone] *
(EIRE) Customer Care Department
Zanussi
Electrolux Group
Longmile Road
Dublin 12
Tel: [phone]
* calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes.
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