Instruction booklet TUMBLE DRYER Contents English Important information, 2-3 GB Important Information GB Product data, 3 Installation, 4 Installation Where to put your dryer Ventilation Water drain Electrical connection Before you start using your dryer Dryer description, 5 Description The features Control panel The Display, 6 Start and programmes, 7-11 Choosing a programme Programmes and Tables The controls The Display TCFG 87C Laundry, 12-13 Start and Programmes Sorting your laundry Wash
Important Information GB For your Condenser dryer to operate efficiently, you must follow the regular maintenance schedule shown below: Fluff Filter... ! You MUST clean the fluff filter after EVERY drying cycle. STEP 1. Open the door of your dryer. STEP 2. Remove the filter. STEP 3. Open the filter and clean any fluff deposits from the filter mesh. STEP 4. Refit the filter - NEVER run the dryer without the filter in position.
Important Information Condenser Unit... GB STEP 2. Remove the condenser by rotating the 3 clips then pulling the condenser towards you. (There may be some water in the tubes, this is normal). STEP 3. Flush the condenser, from the rear with water, to remove any fluff deposits. STEP 4. Refit the condenser unit - ensure that the unit is pushed in fully, all 3 clips are re-secured and the positiong arrows on the front of the condenser are pointing upwards. Installation STEP 1.
Installation GB Where to put your dryer Electrical connections Place your dryer at a distance from gas ranges, stoves, heaters, or cook tops because flames can damage the appliance. Minimum gap 10mm ● If you are going to install the appliance under a work counter, be sure to leave a 10mm space between the Minimum gaps top and any other objects 15mm on or above the machine and a 15mm space between the sides and lateral furnishings or walls. This is to ensure proper air circulation.
Dryer Description The features Rating plate GB Water container Important Information Model & Serial numbers Installation Filter Description Condenser cover handle (Pull to open) Condenser cover Air intake grille Control panel CHILD LOCK Button & Light HEAT LEVEL Button & Lights The Display Indicator PROGRAMME knob Start and Programmes The PROGRAMMES knob sets the programme: rotate it until the indicator is pointing to the programme you want to select (see Start and Programmes).
The Display The Display has three main functions, each with its corresponding button. GB Dryness Sensing Levels After selecting a programme that has a Sensor Dry option, press and release the button until the required dryness sensing level is displayed. If the sensing option is not available with your selected programme, the display will flash and the buzzer will beep three times. ! Some sensing programmes do not have all seven dryness level options available.
Start and Programmes Choosing a programme Start and Prgrammes Sensor Dry Damp Dry Iron Dry Hanger Dry Plus Hanger Dry Light Dry Cupboard Dry Extra Dry ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✗ ✓ ✗ ✗ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✗ ✓ ✗ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✗ ✓ 2 Shirts ✓ ✗ ✓ - High - Medium 3 Bed & Bath ✓ ✓ ✓ - High 4 Anti Allergy ✓ ✗ ✓ ✗ 5 Synthetics ✓ ✗ ✓ - Medium - Low ✓ 6 Quick Dry ✓ ✗ ✓ - High - Medium ● ● ● Heat Level Sound ✓ ✓ Extra Care ✓ ✓ Delay Timer ✓ ✓
Start and Programmes Shirts High heat option This is a programme for shirts made from cotton. It can be used for load sizes up to 3kg (approximately 10 shirts). Medium heat option This is a programme for shirts made from synthetic materials or a mixture of natural and synthetic materials, such as polyester and cotton. It can be used for load sizes up to 3kg (approximately 14 shirts).
Start and Programmes Jeans ● ● ● ● ● Wool Programme ● ● ● ● Silk ● ● ● Delicates ● ● ● Baby cycle ● ● ● ● ● 9 Service This is a programme for drying your baby’s small delicate items of clothing and bedding (Cotton and Chenille) and for drying your delicate clothes. DO NOT dry items such as bibs and nappy pants with plastic coverings. It can be used for load sizes up to 2kg. The duration of this programme will depend on the size and density of the load and the spin speed used in your washer.
Start and Programmes EXTRA PROGRAMMES - Programmes Table Heat & Enjoy ✗ ✗ ✗ ✗ ● An Automatic programme 15 Easy Iron ✗ ✗ ✓ ✗ ● An Automatic programme 16 Refresh ✗ ✗ ✓ ✗ ● An Automatic programme Extra Dry 14 ● Cupboard Dry ✗ Light Dry ✓ Hanger Dry ✗ Iron Dry ✓ Damp Dry Cuddly Toys Sensor Dry 13 Timed Dry Heat Level Hanger Dry Plus Dryness Levels available (default highlighted ✓ ) Sound Options available Extra Care Programme Delay Timer GB An Automatic programme
Start and Programmes The Controls Programmes knob ● OPTION buttons / lights Cool Tumble) icons ● Door Opening Warnings and Maintenance Suggestions and Care Troubleshooting ● Note If you have a power cut, switch off the power or remove the plug. When power is restored, press and hold the ON/OFF button until the dryer reactivates, then press the Start/Pause button.
Laundry GB Sorting your laundry Wash Care Labels Check symbols on clothing labels to make sure that the articles can be tumble dried. ● Sort laundry by fabric type. ● Empty pockets and check buttons. ● Close zippers and hooks and tie loose belts and strings. ● Wring out each item in order to eliminate as much excess water as possible. ! Do not load dripping wet clothes into the dryer. Look at the labels on your garments, especially when tumble drying for the first time.
Laundry Special clothing items The table (see below) presents APPROXIMATE drying times in Minutes. Weights refer to dry garments. Dryness: If you are going to iron some of your clothes, they can be taken out while still a bit damp. Others can be left longer if you need them to be completely dry. ● Heat setting. ● Room temperature: if the room where the dryer is located is cold, it will take longer for the dryer to dry your clothes. ● Bulk: some bulky items can be tumble dried with care.
Warnings and Suggestions GB ! The appliance has been designed and built according to international safety standards. These warnings are given for safety reasons and must be followed carefully.
Maintenance and Care Switching off the electricity Cleaning the drum ! Unplug your dryer when not using it, when cleaning it and during all maintenance operations. ! Do not use abrasives, steel wool or stainless steel cleaning agents to clean the drum.
Troubleshooting GB One day your dryer seems not to be working. Before you call your Service Centre (see Service), go through the following troubleshooting suggestions: Problem: Possible causes / Solution: The tumble dryer won’t start. ● ● The plug is not plugged into the socket, or not making contact. There has been a power failure. The fuse has blown. Try to plug another appliance into the socket. You are using an extension cord? Try to plug the dryer’s power cord directly into the socket.
Service Before calling the Service Centre: ● Use the troubleshooting guide to see if you can solve the problem yourself (see Troubleshooting). If not, turn off the dryer and call the Service Centre closest to you. This dryer is a complex machine. Repairing it yourself or having a non-authorised person try to repair it could cause harm to one or more persons, could damage the machine and could invalidate the spare parts warranty.
Guarantee 12 months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturers’ guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase. This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you.
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