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125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 2 Important Safety Information It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 3 Ecological hints The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
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125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 6 Installation It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way. Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 7 Unpacking Warning ! To keep vibration and noise to a minimum when the dryer is in use, it should be placed on a firm, level surface. Once in its permanent operating position, check that the dryer is absolutely level with the aid of a spirit level. If it is not, raise or lower the feet until it is. Slide out the polythene bag containing the polystyrene block before using the appliance. Pull off adhesive strips from inside machine on top of drum.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 8 Electrical connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. 4. Upon completion there must be no cut, or stray strands of wire present and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheath. WARNING: A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Ensure that the cut off plug is disposed of safely. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
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125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 10 Every time the button is pressed, the time is increased by 30 minutes, until the display shows a delay of “2 hours”. After this, the delay is displayed hour by hour. The countdown is displayed every 30 minutes until it displays “90 minutes” and then hour by hour. The minutes or hours of delay that have been selected are displayed for 2 seconds, then the display shows the duration of the previously selected programme.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 11 8 Start/Pause button “End” light Press this button to start the dryer after having selected the programme and the options. The relevant light will stop flashing. If you have chosen a delayed start, the machine will begin the countdown.
5983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 12 Programme Chart Automatic drying (electronic programmes) Degree of drying required Type of laundry Max-load (1) Extra dry Cupboard dry Damp dry Iron dry Extra damp 6 kg 6 kg 6 kg 6 kg 6 kg 6 kg Extra dry Cupboard dry Iron dry 3 3 3 Store dry Cotton Synthetics kg kg kg Synthetics Refresh 2.5 kg Synthetics Easy iron 2.5 kg Synthetics or mixed fabrics Extra delicate which do not require ironing Sweaters, wollen pullover Wool Sport shoes 2.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 13 Using the tumble dryer The END, FILTER and FULL TANK lights remain lit and the buzzer sounds every 10 seconds for 2 minutes. Before using your tumble dryer for the first time, we recommend that you to place a few damp cloths inside the appliance and dry for 30 minutes. There may be dust inside a brand new tumble dryer. The light of the START/PAUSE button goes off and a flashing zero appears on the display. 10.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 14 Drying rack The drying rack offers the possibility of drying washable woollen fabrics and sports shoes. The drying rack does not turn with the drum. This allows the drying of woollen garments or sports shoes. When wet woollen garments must be moved as little as possible because they tend to become matted. For first removing of the rack. please refer to the instructions for use.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 15 1. Open the loading door 2. Insert the rack. 3. Place the washing on the rack: – Spread the garment out in the rack and roll it up, without squashing or folding it. – Place sportshoes on the rack with the board turned up. Important: Take out the insoles and place them beside the shoes on the rack. Tie the shoelaces. Sportshoes mainly made of leather may not be dried with this programme. 4. Select the required programme. 5.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 16 Hints & Tips on Drying Before placing articles of laundry in your tumble dryer, check the care labels to ensure they are recommended for tumble drying. • Always load well spun laundry. The higher the spin speed the lower the electricity consumption and the shorter the drying time. Care Labels you may find on your laundry • DO NOT load dripping wet laundry into the dryer. Roll the article in a towel or spin to remove excess water.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 17 Maintenance and Cleaning After a while, a whitish coating due to detergent residue on laundry forms on the filters. When this occurs, clean the filters with warm water using a brush. Remove the filter in the door opening as per picture (it can be positioned with the tooth facing to the left or to the right). You must disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can carry out any cleaning or maintenance work.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 18 Clean it with a brush and rinse it under the shower if necessary. The reservoir must be re-inserted correctly. If this is not done the pilot light FULL TANK comes on during next drying and the programme stops, leaving the laundry damp. The buzzer will sound. After inserting the reservoir the START/PAUSE button has to be depressed again to allow the programme to continue. Handy tip: The condensed water may be used in a steam iron or to top up a battery, etc.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 19 Adjusting the level of conductivity Water contains, a variable quantity of limestone and mineral salts of which quantities vary according to geographical locations thus varying its conductivity values. Display Conductivity degree Approximative value (µS/cm) Relevant variations of the conductivity of the water compared to those prefixed by the factory could slightly influence the residual humidity of the laundry at the end of the cycle.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 20 Something Not Working If the tumble dryer is not working correctly, please carry out the following checks before contacting your local Service Force agent. IMPORTANT: if the END light flashes, the buzzer sounds and an alarm code is displayed, switch the machine off and call the telephone number given on page 21.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 21 Repairs - After Sales Service In the unlikely event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact our extended warranty administrators by telephoning: Spare parts Always insist on genuine spare parts. An authorised service engineer should service this product, and only genuine spare parts should be used. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself.
125983040.qxp 2006-01-26 10:40 Page 22 John Lewis Partnership 171 Victoria Street London SW1E 5NN www.johnlewis.