Maintenance and Care

Switching off the electricity

Cleaning the drum

! Unplug your dryer when not using it, when cleaning

! Do not use abrasives, steel wool or stainless steel

it and during all maintenance operations.

cleaning agents to clean the drum.

Clean the filter after each cycle

A coloured film may start to appear on the stainless

steel drum, this may be caused by a combination of

water and, or cleaning agents such as fabric conditioner

The filter is an important part of your dryer:

from the wash. This coloured film will not affect the

it accumulates lint and fluff that is formed while drying.

dryer performance.

When finished drying, clean the filter by rinsing it

under running water or with your vacuum cleaner.

Cleaning the condenser unit

Should the filter become clogged up, the airflow inside

the dryer will be seriously compromised: drying times

lengthen and you will consume more energy. It may

Periodically (every month) remove the condenser unit

also damage your dryer.

and clean any build up of fluff from between the plates

by rinsing it under the tap with cold water.

The filter is found in front of the dryer trim (see diagram).

This should be done with cold water from the rear of

Removing the filter:

the condenser.

1. Pull the plastic grip of the filter upwards (see diagram).

Removing the condenser:

2. Clean the filter and replace it correctly.

1. Unplug the dryer and open the door.

Ensure the filter is fully located flush into the tumble

2. Pull open the condenser cover (see diagram).

dryer trim.

Release the three catches by turning 90˚ counter-

! Do not use the dryer without replacing the filter.

clockwise then pull on the grip and remove from

the dryer.

Empty the water container after each

3. Clean the surface of the seals and replace, making

sure that the catches have been secured.

cycle

Pull the container out of the dryer and empty it into a

Cleaning the dryer

sink or other suitable drain.

Replace the water container securely.

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External parts in metal or plastic and rubber parts

Always check and empty the container before you

can be cleaned with a damp cloth.

start a new drying programme.

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Periodically (every 6 months) vacuum the front air

intake grille and vents at the rear of the dryer, to

Check the drum after each cycle

remove any build up of fluff, lint or dust. Also to

remove accumulation of fluff from the front of the

condenser and filter areas, clean occasionally with

Turn the drum manually in order to remove small items

a vacuum cleaner.

(handkerchiefs) that could have been left behind.

! Do not use solvents or abrasives.

! Your dryer uses special bearing components which

do not need lubrication.

Water container

Filter

! Have your dryer checked regularly by authorised

technicians to ensure electrical and mechanical safety

(see Service).

Tap

Rear

Condenser cover

Air intake

Front

Condenser unit

Catches

Handle