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What to do if ...If the tumble dryer is not working correctly please carry out the follow-
ing checks before calling out an engineer.
Symptom Possible cause Solution
The tumble dryer will not start
The appliance is not
plugged in Plug in the appliance
The fuse has blown Check the fuse
The START/PAUSEbutton
has not been pressed
Press the START/PAUSE
button
No programme has been
selected
Select the required
programme
The door is not properly
closed Close the door
The water reservoir is full Empty the water reservoir
The results are unsatisfactory
The wrong programme
has been selected
Select a different
programme
Fluff filter blocked Clean the fluff filter
heat exchanger unit
covered with fluff
Clean the heat exchanger
unit
The tumble dryer has
been overloaded
Observe the maximum
loads stated for each
programme
Laundry not sufficiently
spun prior to tumble
drying
Ensure the wash load is
well spun before tumble
drying
The vent in the base of
the appliance is covered Ensure the vent is clear
A residue may have
formed on the drum
interior, blocking the
sensors
Clean the inside of the
drum with white vinegar