Drying Times
The time needed for drying clothes varies according to the following factors:
1.The amount of water which is left in the clothes after washing.
2.The weight of the load. A smaller load requires less time.
3.The type of fabric. More absorbent materials will take longer to dry.
4.Whether the clothes are to be dried fully, or left slightly damp for ironing. (If you wish to remove items while they are still damp you may do so at any time.)
Be careful not to overdry
All fabrics contain a little natural moisture even when ‘dry’, and this natural moisture should not be lost if the clothes are to remain soft and fluffy. What’s more, clothes that are subject to an overlong drying programme tend to wrinkle, and consequently need more ironing than usual, which gives you back the unnecessary extra work your machine was designed to remove.
As an approximate guide, the following table may assist you.
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All times indicated are markings on fascia around the timer knob and include 10 minutes cool down period. *Synthetics must be given reduced spin in accordance with garment manufacturers' recommendations.
If a Vent Hose Kit is fitted drying times will be slightly longer.
After Tumbling
Switch off the electricity at the wall socket and remove plug.
To avoid unnecessary creasing, the garments should be removed from the dryer as soon as it stops.
All clothes lose lint as they wear. When clothes are hung on a washing line the lint is blown away by the wind. In a tumble dryer it is collected in the lint filter.
It is essential that the lint is removed from the filter every time the dryer is used.
Failure to do this will result in poor drying performance and may lead to mechanical or electrical breakdown.
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