Problem Possible cause Remedy
Drying results
unsatisfactory.
Wrong programme selected.
Select a different program-
me the next time you dry
(see “Overview of program-
mes” section).
Lint filter clogged. Clean lint filter.
Heat exchanger clogged
with lint. Clean heat exchanger.
Overloading of laundry. Observe recommended loa-
ding volumes.
Ventilation slots in base
area covered up.
Uncover ventilation slots in
base area.
Residue on inside surface of
drum or drum ribs.
Clean inside surface of
drum and drum ribs.
Make an adjustment using
the INTENSITY function (see
chapter ”Drying, Selecting
additional functions”).
Loading door does not
open with DOOR button.
Mains plug disconnected. Plug in at mains socket.
Programme selector in OFF
position.
Set programme. Loading
door can be opened at any
time by exerting pressure on
the door.
Loading door does not
close.
Fine strainer not in place
and/or large mesh filter not
locked in place.
Install fine strainer and/or
snap large mesh filter into
place.
When pressing a button,
the corresponding
button flashes several
times.
Washing protection. After
the start of the programme,
the option can no longer be
set.
Turn the programme knob
to OFF Set the programme
again.
Drum light does not
work.
Programme selector in OFF
position.
Turn programme selector to
LIGHT or to any programme.
Defective light bulb. Replace light bulb (see next
section).
PROGRAMME TIME display
changes erratically or stays
unchanged for a long
time.
Programme time is correc-
ted automatically depen-
ding on type and volume of
laundry and level of dampn-
ess.
Automatic process; this is
not a machine fault.
Programme inactive,
EMPTY WATER display
illuminated.
Condensate tank is full.
Empty condensate tank,
then start programme with
START/PAUSE button.
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