If something goes wrong
First, don’t panic! There may be nothing wrong at all. Look for your problem below, then check the things we suggest. More often than not, this will give you the answer to your problem, and you’ll be able to carry on without having to telephone your Service Office.
If after this you still cannot get your machine to work, follow the advice given on the next page.
Problem | Check these things first |
‘It won’t start’ 1. Is the machine plugged in and switched on at the socket?
2.Is the timer control set to required time?
3.Is the door securely closed?
4.Has the fuse blown, either in the plug or the main fuse box? (Try plugging in another appliance to check) If the fuse has blown refer to Electrical Requirements section.
5.Is the Timer Delay control set to zero?
6.Have you used an extension lead? Many are not suitable. Try plugging the dryer directly into a socket to check.
‘It is taking a long time to dry’
1.Have you forgotten to clean the filter? Check it.
2.Have you selected the correct Heat setting for the type of fabric you are drying?
3.Is the flexible Vent Hose blocked or kinked? Check it for foreign objects or condensate (water).
4.Is the air inlet obstructed in any way?
5.Permanent venting - is flap on the storm cover obstructed?
6.were the clothes ‘excessively wet’ when they were put in?
7.Was the correct time selected?
8.Have you overloaded the dryer?
Auto Programmes
1. Has the correct programme been selected for the load?
3 - 5kg programme ✽
1 - 3kg programme ✻
Less than 1kg use timed dry programme.
2. Has high heat been selected?
The auto programmes will not operate on low heat, if low heat is required use timed dry.
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