User manual INDESIT IDCA835

[. . . ] 1 Important information EN To ensure that the condenser dryer functions efficiently, the following routine maintenance procedures must be carried out: Fluff filter – CLEAN off any fluff build-up on the filter after each drying cycle. Step 1 Open the dryer door by pressing it as shown in the picture. 2 Failure to clean the filter after each drying cycle can undermine drying performance as the machine takes longer to dry and thus consumes more energy. Water container – empty the water container after each drying cycle. [. . . ] €¢ By turning the Programme selection knob, a new programme is selected and the START/PAUSE indicator light flashes green. This procedure can be used to select the Cold drying programme to cool garments if they are judged to be dry enough. Press the START/PAUSE button to start the new programme. Note: In the event of a power cut, turn the power switch off and remove the plug; when the electricity supply returns, press the START/PAUSE button to resume the programme. 10 Laundry Sorting laundry • Check the symbols on the care labels of the various garments to verify whether the garments can be safely tumble dried. €¢ Sort laundry according to the type of fabric. €¢ Wring out garments to remove the maximum amount of water possible. Care labels Always check the care labels, especially when placing garments in the tumble dryer for the first time. Below are the most commonly used symbols: May be tumble dried. EN  Do not load the dryer when garments are dripping wet. Maximum load sizes Do not overload the drum. Drying times Drying times are approximate and may vary depending on the following: • Amount of water retained by items after the spin cycle: towels and delicate items retain a lot of water. €¢ Fabrics: items of the same fabric, but with different texture and thickness may have different drying times. All fabrics contain natural dampness which helps to keep them soft and fluffy. The drying times provided refer to the automatic Cupboard dry programmes. Automatic drying times Cotton High heat Drying times after 800-1000 rpm wash cycles Half load 3 kg 4 kg 5 kg 55 - 70 70 - 80 80 - 90 minutes minutes minutes Full load 7 - 7, 5 kg 120 - 160 minutes 1 kg 30 - 40 minutes Synthetics Low heat 2 kg 40 - 55 minutes 6 kg 95 - 120 minutes 1 kg 40 - 50 minutes Acrylics Low heat Drying times after wash cycles at lower speeds Half load 2 kg 50 - 70 minutes Full load 3 kg 70 - 90 minutes Drying times after wash cycles at lower speeds Half load Full load 1 kg 2 kg 40 - 60 minutes 55 - 75 minutes 12 Warnings and suggestions  This appliance was designed and manufactured in compliance with current international safety standards. The following information is provided for safety reasons and must be read carefully. €¢ Do not tumble dry large, excessively bulky items. €¢ Do not tumble dry acrylic fibres at high temperatures. €¢ Complete each programme with the relative cold drying phase. €¢ Do not switch the tumble dryer off if items that are still warm are inside it. €¢ Clean the filter after each use (see Care and maintenance). [. . . ] 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. This guarantee is subject to the following conditions: The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and maintenance instructions. The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate. The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only. [. . . ]