INSTRUCTION BOOK VHV 781C Vented Tumble Dryer English 2
INDEX Introduction Delivery Information Unpacking the Product Safety Reminders Use Installation The Laundry Environmental Issues Gias Service Installation Electrical Requirements Adjusting the Feet Ventilation Installation of the Discharge Hose Preparing the Load Clothes Preparation Sorting the Load Do Not Tumble Dry Energy Saving Controls and Indicators Selecting the Programme Door and Filter Opening the Door Filter Filter Care Indicator Operation Delay Start Function Cancelling and Resetting the Programm
INTRODUCTION Please read and follow these instructions carefully and operate the machine accordingly. This booklet provides important guidelines for safe use, installation, maintenance and some useful advice for best results when using your machine. Keep all documentation in a safe place for future reference or for any future owners.
SAFETY REMINDERS Installation ● Check that the product has no visible signs of damage before use. If damaged do not use and please call GIAS Service. ● Do not use adapters, multiple connectors and/or extensions. ● Never install the dryer against curtains and be sure to prevent items from falling or collecting behind the dryer. ● The appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the tumble dryer.
INSTALLATION Electrical Requirements Tumble dryers are supplied to operate at a voltage of 220V, 60 Hz single phase. Check that the supply circuit is rated to at least 13A Electricity can be extremely dangerous. This appliance must be earthed. The socket outlet and the plug on the appliance must be of the same type. Do not use multiple adapters and/or extension leads. The plug should be accessible for disconnection after the appliance has been installed.
VENTILATION Installation of the Discharge Hose It is essential to use a venting hose to carry the hot moist air away from the dryer unless the dryer is situated in a open space with a good air flowaround it. Recirculation of the moist air will prevent the efficient operation of the dryer. The hose is assembled to the machine as shown. The hose may be fitted through a wall or through an open door or window. The hose is 110mm in diameter and will extend 1.8 meters.
PREPARING THE LOAD Maximum Drying Weight ● Cottons ● Synthetics Max. 8 kg Max. 4 kg Do not overload the drum, large items when wet can exceed the maximum admissible clothes load (for example: sleeping bags, duvets). Do Not Tumble Dry: Woollens, silk, delicate fabrics, nylon stockings, delicate embroidery, fabrics with metallic decorations, garments with PVC or leather trimmings, training shoes, bulky items such as sleeping bags, etc.
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Programme Selector Filter Care Indicator Time Selection Button Delay Start Button Program Display Acrylic Synthetic Button Start/Pause Button Anti-Crease Button Control Panel and Indicator Lights Programme Selector – Select the required programme Time Selection Button – Allows the user to change duration of the program selected by Programme Selector.
SELECTING THE PROGRAMME PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION Bone Dry Store Dry Hang Dry Iron Dry Select the degree of dryness that you require. This range from for bath towels and bathrobes, through for items that will be put away without ironing, to the programme that leaves the laundry suitable for ironing. Relax The programme provides a conditioning and anticrease function.
DOOR and FILTER Opening the Door Pull on handle to open the door. To restart the dryer, close the door and press Start/Pause button . WARNING! When the tumble dryer is in use the drum and door may be VERY HOT. Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated. Filter IMPORTANT: To maintain the efficiency of the dryer check that the fluff filter is clean before each drying cycle. 1.Pull the filter upwards. 2.
OPERATION Delay Start Function The Delay Start Function allows the user to delay the start of the drying cycle by 1 to 24 hours. When the function is first selected the display will show a delay of 1 hour, subsequent presses of the button will increase the delay with 1 hour steps. To commence the programme press Start/Pause and the appliance will complete the drying cycle at the end of this time. The indicator light will flash to indicate that the start delay is in progress.
TROUBLESHOOTING What Might be the Cause of... Defects you can remedy yourself Before calling GIAS Service for technical advice please run through the following checklist. A charge will be made if the machine is found to be working or has been installed incorrectly or used incorrectly. If the problem persists after completing the recommended checks, please call GIAS Service, they may be able to assist you over the telephone. Time display to end could change during drying cycle.
YOUR GUARANTEE For a period of one year from the date of purchase the appliance is covered by a guarantee which allows you to call GIAS Service free of charge. Remember to send off the guarantee certificate for validation within 10 days of the date of purchase. You should retain the receipt issued by the retailer when you purchased the machine to show to the call out engineer, should you need to consult one.
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