User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EDC2086PDW

[. . . ] Do not attempt to repair appliance yourself. Make sure that the appliance is not standing on its electrical supply cable. If the tumble dryer is placed on top of a washing machine, it is compulsory to use the stacking kit (optional accessory). s s s s s s Using your tumble dryer s Danger of explosion: Never tumble dry items that have been in contact with inflammable solvents (petrol, methylated spirits, dry cleaning fluid and the like). As these substance are volatile, they could cause an explosion. [. . . ] Start button Select desired drying time and press start button: the appliance will start drying. "Water container full" light This light lights up when the water container is full or when it has been inserted incorrectly. 7. Drying time selector dial Select desired drying time by turning dial clockwise (to the right). In order to avoid causing damage to mechanism, do not turn the dial anti-clockwise. There are two drying programmes to choose from: s Linen - Cotton - (2000 W), 20 - 150 minutes s Synthetics - (1400 W), 20 - 100 minutes Drying times vary according to the particular type of fabric, quantity of laundry and drying level (see programme chart). Cooling Drying programmes end with a ten minute cooling phase. This ten minute period is calculated as part of the overall selected drying time. During the cooling phase, the appliance's heating elements are switched off and the laundry is cooled before the tumble dryer stops automatically in position `0' (end of drying cycle). Do not shorten or interrupt the cooling phase. Leaving warm laundry inside the drum will cause creasing and in some cases permanent damage. 2. Programme chart For further information, please refer to programme table. 3. Clean filter and empty water container after every drying programme. P0885 20 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USING THE TUMBLE DRYER Sort and prepare laundry before drying Sort laundry to be dried according to fabric type (see label on each item) and desired degree of dryness. Close pillowcases and quilt covers to prevent small items from getting tangled inside them. What is fluff? When you begin to use your tumble dryer, you will be surprised at the amount of fluff that accumulates in the fluff filter. This is perfectly normal and does not mean that the tumble dryer is damaging the laundry being dried. When the tumble dryer is being used, as well as when items are washed by hand or in a washing machine, fibres and fluff are released by any laundry item and adhere to its surface. This also happens when fabrics are hung out to dry in outdoor environments. In a tumble dryer fibres and fluff accumulate in the fluff filter and increase in volume because of the heat inside the appliance. Never tumble dry the following: s s s Particularly delicate items such as synthetic curtains, silk and nylon stockings. Items containing rubber foam or materials similar to rubber foam. Woollens or mixed-wool garments, as these will shrink and felt. Time and energy consumption Energy consumption and drying times vary according to the quantity, residual dampness after spinning, size and nature of the fabrics being dried and the degree of dryness. If the appliance is overloaded, mediocre drying results will be obtained and the laundry will be creased. In order to reduce energy consumption and drying times, it is necessary to spin the laundry adequately. The use is recommended of a washing machine capable of spinning laundry at a speed of 800 rpm or more. [. . . ] In consideration of the above, it is not advisable to place the appliance on a carpet. 24 Important information regarding installation s Stacking Kit (optional accessory) This tumble dryer may be stacked on a front-loading washing machine. However, the tumble dryer will have to be fixed to the washing machine. For this to be carried out, the special stacking kit (available from all Zanussi Authorised Dealers) will be required. s s s Hot air emitted by the appliance may reach temperatures of up to 60°C. Therefore, do not place appliance on floors which are not resistant to high temperatures. [. . . ]