Operating Instructions Tumble Dryer Save these instructions for future reference Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO. We hope it will meet all of your expectations and fulfill your needs for many years to come. The Scandinavian design is a combination of clean lines, everyday functionality and high quality. These are the hallmarks for all of our products and this is why they are so highly appreciated all over the world.
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Important Safety Instructions For Gas Dryer Caution! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. A qualified service person or company must perform installation and service of this appliance. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. When discarding or storing your old dryer, remove the door.
Contents Important safety instruction for gas dryer Before using your machine for the first time Important safety instructions Grounding instruction Interrupting a program Packing material Recycling California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act Child safety Description of the tumble dryer Front panel Advice and tips before you tumble dry Have the clothes been spun? Laundry labels Do not tumble dry Fire Hazard Explosion Hazard Operating instructions Sensor Dry programs Sensor Dry Preset Program ch
Befere Using Your Machine For The First Time Do not tumble dry Certain materials are not suitable for tumble drying. Always check and follow the Instructions on each item’s laundry label. You can find more information in the “Advice and tips before you tumble dry” chapter. Note! When starting the tumble dryer for the first time or after a long period without use, you may hear a slight thumping noise. This noise is completely normal and will disappear after a few loads.
Important Safety Instructions • Caution! To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, property damage, personal injury or death when using this appliance, please follow all instructions and information, including those in this manual and instructions provided by your gas supplier. • • • • • • • • • • • 6 Read all instructions before using the appliance. Do not run appliance while you are out of the home.
Important Safety Instructions Caution! Note! This appliance must be properly grounded. Grounding instruction A) Grounding instructions for a grounded, cord-connected appliance: In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance (Canadian market only) is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
Important Safety Instructions Caution! California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
Child Safety Caution! Do not allow children to play with the Tumble dryer. The tumble dryer does not start automatically when the door closes (for example, if a child closes the door from inside). The tumble dryer has a door lock, which allows the door to be opened from the inside. The door has a door-switch that automatically stops the tumble dryer when the door is opened. Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Description Of The Tumble Dryer 1 11 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Top plate Program panel Front cabinet Lint filter holder Fan (behind the front cabinet) Adjustable legs Glass door Outer door 2 3 22 2 33 3 8 7 4 5 88 8 77 7 44 4 55 5 6 66 6 Accessories Dryer Rack Pedestal Purchased Separately * Design of pedestal is subject to change without manufactures notice. Stacking Kit Purchased Separately 10 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Front Panel 1 2 3 4 1. Main power button 2. Program selector 3. Display window 6 5 4. Setting buttons 5. Option buttons 6. Start/Stop button Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Advice And Tips Before You Tumble Dry Here are some tips that may help you before you begin tumble drying. Do not tumble dry • • Have the clothes been through a spin cycle? Items to be tumble dried should be spun at 1000 rpm or faster. Higher spin speeds save both energy and drying time. Laundry labels • • • Note! Materials that can be tumble dried This symbol means that the material is suitable for tumble drying.
Operating Instructions Caution! 1. Sensor Dry program To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury, read the “Important Safety Instructions” selection before operating this appliance. Below are step-by-step instructions to help you achieve the best possible tumble drying results. 1 Sort your fabrics. You will achieve the most uniform drying results if the items are made of the same type of material. Close zippers and fasten button or belts; sort the items and adjust load and temperature.
Operating Instructions Sensor Dry Preset Program chart Sensor Dry Programs Load Type Temperature Time (Minutes) Bulky Items (Bulky, Heavy weight) High 55 Towels (Towel, Heavy weight) High 50 Everyday Wear (Towel, Denim pants) Mid. High 59 Synthetics (Prem. press, Synthetic) Medium 47 Gentle (Lingerie, Blouses) Low 40 Ultra Gentle (Race, workout clothes, Spandex) Low 35 Iron Dry (Shear, Workout wear, Lace items) Ultra Low 25 2.
Operating Instructions Air Dry This program is used for items that require drying without heat such as rubber, plastic and heat-sensitive fabrics. When using Air Dry This chart shows examples of items that can be dried using Air Dry. • • • Type of Load Time (Minutes) Foam rubber-pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys 20 - 30 Plastic shower curtains, tablecloths 20 - 30 Rubber-backed rugs 40 - 50 Olefin, polypropylene, shear nylon 10 - 20 Check to see that coverings are securely stitched.
Operating Instructions 5 Programmed setting and options guide Cycles Bulky items Towels Everyday wear Synthetic Gentle Ultra gentle Iron dry Quick dry Steam Breeze Air dry Dry Sensor Temperature Default Normal High Select All X Default Normal High Select All X Default Normal Mid.
Operating Instructions 6 Press the Start button Remaining drying time The remaining drying time will be shown on the display. For example, 1:35 means it will take approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes for the load to dry. If the Anticrease option has been selected, the drum will rotate until you press the Power button or Start/Stop button. Caution! If the lint filter becomes clogged, the machine’s automatic overheating cut-off may be triggered. Cleaning the lint filter 1.
Selecting Settings manually by pressing the Dry Time button between 20 to 60 minutes. Signal The Signal controls the volume of the beep that is made at the end of the cycle. Press Signal to adjust the sound level or turn off the signal. Dry Sensor • • • Use these buttons to set the desired dry level. First, select the Sensor Dry program. Select the dry level to adjust how much you want to dry the load.
Selecting Options 3. Make sure the dry rack is setting evenly on the front and rear of the drum inside the machine. Rack Dry Rack Dry is designed to use for items which are not suitable for tumble drying such as sweaters, silk and lingerie. This option may be used for drying sneakers Note! Don’t use the rack for normal tumble drying. The rack is shipped in place in your dryer. Please remove the rack before using this dryer for the first time.
Selecting Options Note! Note! Time change is available only with Manual dry, Dry Time and Rack dry programs. Remember to press the Start/Stop button to start the program. Damp Signal Anti Static When you select the Damp Signal option, a beep will alert you when your load is just damp enough for ironing or pressing. This notice will allow you to remove lightweight items that are dry or other items that you may wish to iron.
Care And Maintenance Instruction Cleaning the lint filter Clean the filter after each use and check it before use. Not cleaning or emptying the filter will increase drying time and energy consumption, potentially shortening the dryer life expectancy. 1. Open the door and pull the filter straight up. Cleaning the door and its opening 1. Wipe the door opening. Accumulations of lint or dirt may prevent the door from sealing properly. 2.
Troubleshooting Guide Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. 1. Problem: My dryer won’t start. Question What to Do • Is the dryer plugged in? Confirm that the dryer’s plug is securely and completely pushed into the laundry room’s power outlet. • Is the fuse blown, or is the circuit breaker tripped? Check your home’s or laundry room’s fuse box/circuit breaker box and replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Troubleshooting Guide 5. Problem: There is lint on my clothes. Question • Is your lint filter full? • Did you properly sort your load of laundry? What to Do Please refer to the manual section on cleaning the lint filter, and please confirm that the lint filter is clean. It is important that the lint filter is clean before each new load of laundry.
Troubleshooting Guide 9. Problem: It takes too long for my clothes to dry. Question • Did you properly sort your loads of laundry? What to Do Separate heavy weight items from light weight items when creating loads. • Are you drying large loads of Heavy fabrics take longer to dry because they tend to retain more heavy fabrics? moisture. To help reduce and maintain more consistent drying times for large and heavy fabrics, separate these items into smaller loads of a consistent size.
Troubleshooting Guide 12. Problem : Steam Question What to Do • Water drips from nozzle when Steam cycle starts. This is normal condensation. The dripping will stop soon.. • Steam doesn’t generate but no error code is shown Check if the cord of dryer is connected. If the steam isn’t generated even with the dryer plugged in, call the service center. • Garments still wrinkled after STEAM BREEZE Check that the load isn’t too large and that the clothing type is appropriate for the Steam Breeze cycle.
Installation Instructions Caution! Step 1. Positioning the tumble dryer Risk of Fire Dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer. • • • • Install the dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes. Do not install a dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. If flexible metal (foil type) duct is installed, it must be UL certified for use with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint.
Installation Instructions Minimum clearances on top, rear, and sides of the unit as show below are required. Those required minimum clearances are set forth in the picture below. Please keep the following instructions in mind when installing in a closet or recessed area : • • • • • • Consider allowing additional clearance for installation and servicing. Wall, door and floor molding may necessitate additional clearances. Additional clearance is recommended to reduce noise while operating.
Installation Instructions Once in position, adjust the leveling legs of the dryer until it is level from left to right and front to back. Be sure to tighten the leveling leg lock nuts against the bottom of the dryer. The leveling legs must remain firmly on the floor and the dryer should not rock. The maximum slope of the dryer from left to right or front to back should not exceed 1”(2.5 cm). If the dryer is not level, and if the slope exceeds 1” (2.
Installation Instructions Step 2. Connecting the exhaust system Caution! • • • • • • • To reduce the risk of fire this appliance MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. The appliance shall not be exhausted into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, an attic, a crawl space, or a concealed space of building. Only rigid or flexible metal duct should be used, for exhausting. The total length of flexible metal duct shall not exceed 2.4 m. Do not use plastic or thin foil duct unless it is UL certified.
Installation Instructions Alternate exhaust directions 1. Insert the 90° Elbow (4”) into the end of the exhaust duct on the rear panel in the correct direction. * Duct materials are not supplied with unit. 2. Connect the straight exhaust duct into the end of the 90° Elbow (4”). 3. Push the 90° elbow and the extension duct in place after aligning holes correctly and tape every connection. DUCT TAPE 30 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Installation Instructions Step 3. Connection of gas supply (Gas dryer only). In addition to the following, please refer to manual section on Gas Requirements and Instructions. 1 2 5 3 4 1. New stainless steel flexible connector. Use this type of connector only if allowed by local codes. Use design AGA certified connector (CGA in Canada). 2. 1/8” NPT pipe plug (for checking inlet gas pressure) 3. Equipment shut-off valve, Installed within 6’ (1.8 m) of dryer 4. Iron Pipe: Shorter than 20’ (6.
Installation Instructions Step 4. Electrical plug connections • The following instructions apply to U.S. electrical dryer model: • The following steps are several warnings and instructions concerning making the electrical connection for electric dryers. More detailed information concerning the electrical connection is provided in the manual section entitled Electrical Requirements for Electric Dryer.
Installation Instructions Step 7. Dryer airflow Effective dryer operation requires appropriate dryer airflow. The adequacy of the airflow can be measured by evaluating the static pressure. Static pressure in the exhaust duct can be measured with a manometer, placed on the exhaust duct approximately 1 ft. (30.5 cm) from the final outlet. Static pressure in the exhaust duct should not exceed 7.6 mm water column. The dryer should be checked while the dryer is running with no load Step 8.
Installation Instructions Step 9. Additional instructions for installation of your dryer in a manufactured or mobile home The following instructions are applicable to installations of the dryer in a manufactured or mobile home. Any installation in a manufactured or mobile home must comply with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards Title 24 CFR, Part 32-80 or Standard CAN/CSA0Z240 MH and local codes and ordinances.
Installation Instructions Gas requirements Following are some important instructions and informations concerning the requirements for the gas supply and service for gas dryers. Caution! The gas supply and service for a gas dryer must comply with all local codes and ordinances. In the absence of any local codes or ordinances in your area, the gas supply and service for your gas dryer must comply with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or with the CAN/CGAB149 for Canada.
Installation Instructions Gas connections Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation instructions Caution! • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 36 Connect the dryer to the type of gas shown on the data plate. Use a new AGA or CSA approved gas supply line. Use new flexible stainless steel connectors. Install a shut-off valve. Use pipe joint compound insoluble in LP gas on all pipe threads. Do not use Teflon tape.
Installation Instructions plug. Electrical requirements for dryers Caution! To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (for the US) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 (for the Canada) and all applicable local regulations. Please contact a qualified electrician to check your home’s wiring and fuses to ensure that your home has adequate electrical power to operate the dryer.
Installation Instructions Electrical connections Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in the Grounding section. An individual branch (or separate) circuit serving only your dryer is recommended. Do not use an extension cord. Gas dryer – U.S. and Canada A 120 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service, with a 15 amp fuse or circuit breaker is required. Standard 120 volt, 60 hertz, 3-wire, Effectively grounded circuit US models • The power cord is not provided with U.S.
Electrical Requirements Review the following options to determine the appropriate electrical connection for your Home: Use the instructions in this section if your home has a 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) and you will be using a U.L. listed, 120/240V 30amp, dryer power supply cord. Use the instructions in this section if your home has a 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) and you will be using a U.L. listed, 120/240V 30amp, dryer power supply cord.
Electrical Requirements 4-wire connection: Direct wire Caution! Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for 1. New branch-circuit installations. 2. Mobile homes. 3. Recreational vehicles 4. Areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. Prepare minimum 5 ft. (1.52 m) of length in order for dryer to be replaced. First, peel 5” (12.7 cm) of covering material from end. Strip 5 inches of ground wire insulation. After cutting 1 1/2” (3.
Electrical Requirements 3-wire connection : Direct wire Caution! Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for 1. New branch-circuit installations 2. Mobile homes. 3. Recreational vehicles. 4. Areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. Prepare minimum 5 ft. (1.52 m) of length in order for dryer to be replaced. First, strip 3 1/2” (8.9 cm) of outer sheath from end and strip 1” of insulation from each conductor.
Electrical Requirements Option 1: 4-wire connection with a power supply cord • lf your local codes or ordinances do not allow the use of a 3-wire connection, or you are installing your dryer in a mobile home, you must use a 4-wire connection. 1. Connect the neutral wire (white) of power cord to the center terminal block screw. 2. Connect the red and black wires to the left and right terminal block screws. 3.
Electrical Requirements Option 2: 3-Wire connection with a power supply cord Option 3: Optional 3-wire connection • • • lf your local codes or ordinances permit the connection of a frame-grounding conductor to the neutral wire, use these instructions. If your local codes or ordinances do not allow the connection of a framegrounding conductor to the neutral wire, use the instructions under Section 1: Optional 3- wire connection.
Exhaust Requirements Following are important instructions and information concerning the exhaust requirements for your dryer. Caution! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to person, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
User-Maintenance Instructions Exhaust requirements and instructions: 1. Venting materials are not provided with the dryer and you should obtain the necessary venting materials. For example, the outer end of exhaust pipe must have a weather hood with hinged dampers to prevent back draft when the dryer is not in use. 2. The exhaust duct must be four inches (10.2 cm) in diameter with no obstructions. The exhaust duct should be kept as short as possible.
User-Maintenance Instructions Cleaning the lint screen 1. Clean the lint filter once either before or after drying each load. Always make sure the lint filter is clean before starting a new load, because a clogged lint filter may increase drying times. 2. To clean, pull the lint screen straight up and roll any lint off the screen with your fingers. Push the lint screen firmly back into place. 3. Always ensure the lint screen is firmly secured before running the dryer.
Reversing The Door Door hanging The tumble dryer comes with the door hinged on the right. However, it is possible to change the door to be hinged on the left. 6. Secure the hinge using the bolts you removed in step 1. Following these instructions: 1. Open the door and remove the two bolts holding the hinge. 2. Then remove the door out of the front cabinet as indicated by the arrows. 3. Unscrew the four screws on the door lock on the left side of the front cabinet and move to the right side. 4.
Technical Information Technical data 48 Dimension (inches) 27” (68.6 cm) x 32 (81.2 cm) x 40 3/8” (102.5 cm) x 52 (132 cm) W x D x H x Depth with door open Unit Weight (lb.) 129 lb. (58.5 kg) Cylinder volume: 7.3 cu.ft. (54.6 gal, 207 l) Max. drying capacity: 22.9 lb. (10.4 kg) Speed: 48 rpm Rated power: See the rating label regarding detailed information.
Service And Guarantee Asko Appliances Inc. will not pay for: Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of the appliance. 2. Repair damage due to shipment, delivery, installation, misuse or abuse. 3. Instruct how to use the appliance. 4. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring. 5. Correct house plumbing, including drainage problems related to improper installation. 6. Clean or service air device in drain line.
Service And Guarantee It is important to register your product warranty by logging onto www.askousa. com/customer-care/register-myappliance/ and filling out all required fields within 90 days from the date of purchase. After doing so, you will be e-mailed a certificate that will extend the original warranty for one additional year.
Quick Guide 1 Sort your Fabrics • Dry fabrics of the same type together to ensure they dry as evenly as possible. 2 3 4 5 6 7 Turn on the main power button Open the door, load the items and then close the door Select a program • Select a program by turning the program selector. • Select any additional options. Press the Start/Stop button Drying program finished • The text “END” appears on the display when the program has ended.
