User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX LTH540W

[. . . ] 0 This symbol guides you step by step when operating the appliance. This symbol gives additional information and practical tips on using the appliance. Tips and information about the economical and environmentally friendly use of the machine are marked with the clover symbol. These operating instructions contain information about how to independently solve any problems which may arise. [. . . ] When disposing of the tumble dryer, pull out the plug, cut off the flex, dispose of the plug and remaining flex and destroy the door lock. This hinders children from locking themselves in and endangering their lives. The materials can be recycled in accordance with their markings. Standard tools (crosshead screwdriver, hammer) are sufficient to dismantle the old appliance. 9 Environmental protection tips 2 Environmental protection tips · Your laundry will become light and soft in the tumble dryer even without a fabric softening agent. · Loosen your laundry before loading it into the dryer. This helps to prevent lengthy running times and creasing. · Ensure your laundry is well spun. In the following table we give an overview of specific electric consumption data depending on the spinning speed. This information is valid for 5kg laundry dried with the program COTTONS CUPBOARD DRY: Spinning/wringing out: Revolutions per minute 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 Residual dampness in litres 3. 5 3. 0 2. 7 2. 5 2. 2 in % 70 59 53 50 44 Drying cycle: Time required in Energy requirement minutes in kWh 130 110 105 100 95 3. 5 3, 0 2. 7 2. 6 2. 5 · Observe the maximum load instructions. Whenever possible, dry full loads. 10 Environmental protection tips · Select the appropriate drying program for the type and quantity of laundry. The dryer will then operate as economically as possible. The water reservoir should be emptied after every drying programme. This avoids interruption of a programme when the water reservoir is full. 0 Grasp the handle flap of the water reservoir and pull-out completely. 0 Push the cover of the water reservoir to the side and pour-out the condensed water. 0 Re-insert the water reservoir into the control panel. Information on illumination of the EMPTY WATER display: The EMPTY WATER display remains illuminated for a few seconds more after the condensation container is emptied. If the drying cycle has not yet ended: 0 Press the START button to continue the drying cycle. 3 The water reservoir has a capacity of approx. This is sufficient for a laundry load of 5 kg which has been machine spun at 800 revolutions per minute. 19 Drying Clean the fluff filter To ensure efficient operation of the tumble dryer, clean the fluff filter after each drying program. Also check whether there are any remnants or fluff from the washing in the drum; remove immediately. 0 Press the catch of the filter lid downwards. The filter lid will open. 0 Take-out the fluff filter. 0 Remove fluff out of the fluff filter, with a moistened hand. 0 Press against the filter lid until it catches into the locking device. 3 The filter lid cannot catch shut without the fluff filter in place and the door cannot be closed. [. . . ] 5kg (Different loads in some countries are due to different measuring methods) Power consumption in acc. 3. 5 kWh (5 kg Cotton, spun at 800 revolutions per minute, program COTTON CUPBOARD DRY) Area of use Household Permissible ambient temperature +5°C up to +35°C ; This appliance complies with the following EC directives: ­ 73/23/EEC of 19/2/1973 'Low voltage directive' ­ 89/336/EEC of 3/5/1989 'EMC directive' including the Modification directive 92/31/EEC Power supply Please refer to the type plate for specifications about the power supply. The nominal voltage stated on the type plate and type of current must be identical with the nominal voltage and type of current at the point of installation. Also refer to the type plate for the fuse required. Information for the electrician When connecting the appliance without a plug, care must be taken that this is done correctly. [. . . ]