DS 8444R X - Tumble dryer BEKO - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Condenser Tumble Dryer
Model	DS 8444R X
Brand	Beko
Capacity (max)	8 kg
Height (min/max)	84.6 cm / 86.6 cm
Width	59.7 cm
Depth	58.9 cm
Net Weight	44 kg
Voltage	230 V, 50 Hz (see type label)
Energy Efficiency Class	A++
Annual Energy Consumption	234.7 kWh
Standard Cotton Programme (full load)	1.97 kWh, 197 min
Condensation Efficiency Class	B
Refrigerant	R290 (flammable, environmentally friendly)
Number of Programmes	16
Key Programmes	Cottons, Synthetics, Delicates, Jeans, Shirts, Hygiene+, Duvet, Daily Express, TimeDry, Freshen Up, Outdoor/Sports, Mix
Auxiliary Functions	End Time Delay (up to 24h), Dryness Level Selection, Audible Warning Level, Child Lock
Lint Filter	Two-part filter (inner and outer) to be cleaned after each cycle
Water Tank	Removable; must be emptied after each cycle; optional direct drain connection
Sensor Drying	Automatic moisture sensors; clean with vinegar 4 times/year
Evaporator Cleaning	Required every 6 months or when indicator flashes
Child Safety	Child lock deactivates buttons; keep door closed
Installation	Can be stacked on washing machine (using fixing device); adjustable feet
Noise Level (standard cotton)	65 dB(A)

Frequently Asked Questions - DS 8444R X BEKO

How do I clean the lint filter?

Open the loading door, remove the inner and outer filter parts, clean lint by hand or with a damp cloth, rinse under water if needed, dry, and reassemble before next use.

Why is my drying cycle taking too long?

Possible causes: clogged lint filter, blocked evaporator, overloaded drum, low spin speed in washer, or high room temperature. Check and clean filters, reduce load, and ensure proper ventilation.

How do I empty the water tank?

After each drying cycle, pull out the water tank (located in drawer or toe panel), drain the water, clean any lint from the funnel, and reinsert. The machine stops if the tank is full.

Can I stack the dryer on top of my washing machine?

Yes, but only if the washing machine does not exceed 50 cm depth (for 54 cm dryer depth) and a fixing device is installed by an authorized service. Refer to the installation table in the manual.

What should I do if the child lock is activated?

Press and hold the Time Programs and Audio Warning buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds to deactivate. The lock symbol disappears from the display.

How often should I clean the condenser/evaporator?

Clean the evaporator fins every 6 months or when the evaporator warning icon flashes. Open the toe board, remove the air routing door, and gently clean with a damp cloth or vacuum brush.

What items should not be dried in this dryer?

Do not dry unwashed items, items with flammable stains (oil, alcohol, etc.), rubber foam, waterproof textiles, woollen, silk, or delicate fabrics. Check garment labels.

How do I cancel a running programme?

Press and hold the On/Off/Cancel button for 3 seconds. The machine stops. If needed, run the ventilation programme to cool down before opening the door.

Can I use fabric softener or dryer sheets?

Fabric softeners should be used as per manufacturer instructions. Do not use dry cleaning sets or additional materials in steam programmes. The dryer is not designed for chemical cleaning.

What does the 'Freshen Up' programme do?

It ventilates laundry for 10 minutes without heat, removing odours from items stored for a long time. It is not for full drying; suitable for cotton and linen.

USER MANUAL DS 8444R X BEKO

DS 8444 RX

Please read this user manual first!

Dear Customer,

Thank you for preferring a Beko product. We hope that your product which has been manufactured with high quality and technology will give you the best results. We advise you to read through this manual and the other accompanying documentation carefully before using your product and keep it for future reference. If you transfer the product to someone else, give its manual as well. Pay attention to all details and warnings specified in the user manual and follow the instructions given therein.

Use this user manual for the model indicated on the cover page.

- Read the instructions.

Explanation of symbols

Throughout this user manual the following symbols are used:

DANGER!

- Warning against electric shock.

DANGER!

- Warning against fire hazard.

WARNING!

- Warning for hazardous situations with regard to life and property.

WARNING!

- Warning against hot surfaces.

WARNING!

- Warning against scalding hazard.

NOTE

- Important information or useful hints about usage.

Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials in accordance with our National Environment Regulations.

Do not dispose of the packaging wastes with the domestic waste or other wastes, discard them to the dedicated collection points designated by the local authorities.

This product was manufactured using the latest technology in environmentally friendly conditions.

1 Important instructions for safety and environment

NOTE

- This section contains safety instructions that will help protect from risk of personal injury or property damage. Failure to follow these instructions shall void any warranty.

1.1 General safety

WARNING!

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised.

- Adjustable feet should not be removed. The gap between the dryer and the floor should not be reduced with materials such as carpet, wood and tape. This will cause problems with the dryer.

WARNING!

Always have the installation and repairing procedures carried out by the Authorized Service. Manufacturer shall not be held liable for damages that may arise from procedures carried out by unauthorized persons.

- Never wash the dryer by spraying or pouring water onto it! There is the risk of electric shock!

For the products with a steam function:

WARNING!

• Use only distilled water or water condensed in the water tank of the machine in steam programs. Do not use mains water or additives. When using condensed water in the water tank, it should be filtered and cleared of fibres.
• Do not open the door when steam programs are running. Hot water may be expelled.
• Before putting laundry in a steam program, stains on it should be removed.
• You may only put laundry that is not dirty or stained but permeated with unpleasant odour in steam (odour removal) program.
• Do not use any dry cleaning sets or additional materials in a steam program or in any program.

1.1.1 Electrical safety

DANGER!

• Electrical safety instructions should be followed while electrical connection is made during the installation.
• Connect the dryer to a grounded outlet protected by a fuse at the value specified on the type label. Have the grounding installation performed by a qualified electrician. Our company shall not be liable for any damages that will arise when the dryer is used without grounding in accordance with the local regulations.
• The voltage and allowed fuse protection is stated on the type label plate.
• The voltage specified on the type label must be equal to your mains voltage.
• Unplug the dryer when it is not in use.
• Unplug the dryer from the mains during installation, maintenance, cleaning and repair works.
• Do not touch the plug with wet hands! Never unplug by pulling on the cable, always pull out by grabbing the plug.

WARNING!

- The appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by utility.

DANGER!

• Do not use extension cords, multi-plugs or adaptors to connect the dryer to power supply in order to decrease the risk of fire and electric shock.
• Power cable plug must be easily accessible after installation.
• Damaged mains cable should be changed notifying the Authorized Service.
• If the dryer is faulty, it must not be operated unless it is repaired by an authorized service agent! There is the risk of electric shock!

1.1.2 Product safety

DANGER!

• Superheating of the clothes inside of the dryer can occur if you cancel the programme or in the event of a power failure whilst the dryer is running, this concentration of heat can cause self-combustion and fire so always activate the ventilation programme to cool down or quickly remove all laundry from the dryer in order to hang them up and dissipate the heat.

WARNING!

• Ensure that the air inlet of the dryer is open and it is well-ventilated.
• Product contains R290 refrigerant.
• R290 is an environment-friendly, but flammable refrigerant.
• Keep the product away from potential heat sources that may cause it to ignite.

DANGER!

Points to be taken into consideration for fire hazard:

Below specified laundry or items must not be dried in the dryer considering fire hazard.

• Unwashed laundry items
• Items soiled with oil, acetone, alcohol, fuel oil, kerosene, stain removers, turpentine, paraffin, paraffin removers, petrol, wax or wax removers must be washed in hot water with plenty of detergent before being dried in the dryer.

For this reason especially the items containing the above specified stains must be washed very well, to do this use adequate detergent and choose a high washing temperature.

Below specified laundry or items must not be dried in the dryer due to the fire hazard:

- Garments or pillows bolstered with rubber foam (latex foam), shower bonnets, water resistant textiles, materials with rubber reinforcement and rubber foam pads.

Clothing cleaned with industrial chemicals.

Items such as lighter, match, coins, metal parts, needle etc. may damage the drum set or may lead to functional problems. Therefore check all the laundry that you will load into your dryer.

WARNING!

Never stop your dryer before the programme completes. If you must do this, remove all laundry quickly and lay them out to dissipate the heat.

DANGER!

• Clothes that are washed inadequately may ignite on their own and even may ignite after drying ends.
• You must provide enough ventilation in order to prevent gases exiting from devices operating with other types of fuels including the naked flame from accumulating in the room due to the back fire effect.

WARNING!

- Underwear that contains metal reinforcements should not be dried in the dryer. Dryer may be damaged if metal reinforcements come loose and break off during drying.

NOTE

- Use softeners and similar products in accordance with the instructions of their manufacturers.

Always clean the lint filter before or after each loading. Never operate the dryer without the lint filter installed.

WARNING!

• Never attempt to repair the dryer by yourself. Do not perform any repair or replacement procedures on the product even if you know or have the ability to perform the required procedure unless it is clearly suggested in the operating instructions or the published service manual. Otherwise, you will be putting your life and others' lives in danger.
• There must not be a lockable, sliding or hinged door that may block the opening of the loading door in the place where your dryer is to be installed.
  • Install your dryer at places suitable for home use. (Bathroom, closed balcony, garage etc.)
• Make sure that pets do not enter the dryer. Check the inside of the dryer before operating it.
• Do not lean on the loading door of your dryer when it is open, otherwise it may fall over.
• The lint must not be allowed to accumulate around the tumble dryer
• The tumble dryer is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning.
• Fabric softeners, or similar products. should be used as specified by the fabric softener instructions.
• Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is used for exhausting fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels.

1.2 Mounting over a washing machine

• A fixing device should be used between the two machines when installing the dryer above a washing machine. The fitting device must be installed by the authorized service agent.
• Total weight of the washing machine and the dryer -with full load- when they are placed on top of each other reaches to approx. 180 kilograms. Place the products on a solid floor that has sufficient load carrying capacity!

WARNING!

- Washing machine cannot be placed on the dryer. Pay attention to the above warnings during the installation on your washing machine.

Installation Table for Washing Machine and Dryer
Dryer Depth	Washing Machine Depth
	62 cm	60 cm	54 cm	< 50 cm
54 cm	Can be installed C			cannot be installed
60 cm	Can be installed Can		not be installed

1.3 Intended use

• Dryer has been designed for domestic use. It is not suitable for commercial use and it must not be used out of its intended use.
• Use the dryer only for drying laundry that are marked accordingly.
• The manufacturer waives any responsibility arisen from incorrect usage or transportation.
• The service life of the dryer that you purchased is 10 years. During this period, original spare parts will be available to operate the dryer properly.

1.4 Child safety

• Packaging materials are dangerous for the children. Keep packaging materials away from children.
• Electrical products are dangerous for the children. Keep children away from the product when it is operating. Do not let

them tamper with the dryer. Use the child-proof lock in order to prevent the children to tamper with the dryer.

NOTE

Child-proof lock is on the control panel. (See Child lock)

- Keep loading door closed even when the dryer is not in use.

1.5 Compliance with the WEEE regulation and disposing of the waste product

This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). This product bears a classification symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).

This product has been manufactured with high quality

parts and materials which can be reused and are suitable for recycling. Do not dispose of the waste product with normal domestic and other wastes at the end of its service life. Take it to the collection center for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Please consult your local authorities to learn about these collection centers.

DANGER!

• R290 is an flammable refrigerant. Thus, ensure that the system and the pipes are not harmed during operation and handling.
• Keep the product away from potential heat sources that may cause it to ignite in case of damage.
• Do not dispose of the product by putting it in fire.

1.6 Compliance with RoHS Directive:

The product you have purchased complies with EU RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU). It does not contain harmful and prohibited materials specified in the Directive.

1.7 Package information

Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials in accordance with our National Environment Regulations. Do not dispose of the packaging materials together with the domestic or other wastes. Take them to the packaging material collection points designated by the local authorities.

1.8 Technical Specifications

EN

Height (Min. / Max.)	84,6 cm / 86,6 cm*
Width 59,7 cm
Depth 58,9 cm
Capacity (max.) 8 kg**
Net weight (± 4 kg)	44 kg
Voltage	See type label***Ra
Model code

ted pc

* Min. height: Height with adjustable feet are closed.

Max. height: Height with adjustable feet are opened maximum.

** Dry laundry weight before washing.
*** Type label is located behind the loading door.

NOTE

• Technical specifications of the dryer are subject to specification without notice to improve the quality of the product.
• Figures in this manual are schematic and may not match the product exactly.
• Values stated on markers on the dryer or in the other published documentation accompanying with the dryer are obtained in laboratory in accordance with the relevant standards. Depending on operational and environmental conditions of the dryer, these values may vary.

2 Your Dryer

2.1 Overview

1. Top panel
2. Control panel
3. Loading door
4. Kick plate opening button
5. Ventilation grids
6. Adjustable legs
7. In models where the tank is placed below, the water tank is inside the toe board
8. Type label
9. Lint filter
10. Water tank drawer (in models where the tank is placed above)
11. Power cord

2.2 Package Contents

	1. Water drain hose*		5. Drying basket user manual*
	2. Filter drawer spare sponge*		6. Water Filling Container*
	3. User Manual		7. Pure Water*
	4. Drying basket*		8. Fragrance Capsules Group*

*Optional - may not be included, depends on model.

3 Installation

Before the calling the nearest Authorized Service for the installation of the dryer, ensure that electrical installation and water drain is appropriate referring to the user's manual. If they are not suitable, contact a qualified electrician and technician to make necessary arrangements.

NOTE

- Preparation of the dryer's location as well as the electrical and waste water installations is under customer's responsibility.

WARNING!

- Prior to installation, visually check if the dryer has any defects on it. If the drier is damaged, do not have it installed. Damaged products cause risks for your safety. - Let your dryer wait for 12 hours before starting to use it.

3.1 Appropriate installation location

Install the dryer on a stable and level surface. Dryer is heavy. Do not move it by yourself.

• Operate your dryer in a well ventilated, dust-free environment.
• The gap between the dryer and the surface should not be reduced by the materials such as carpet, wood and tape.
• Do not cover the ventilation grills of the dryer.
• There must not be a lockable, sliding or hinged door that may block the opening of the loading door in the place where your dryer is to be installed.
• Once the dryer is installed, it should stay at the same place where its connections have been made. When installing the dryer, make sure that its rear wall does not touch anywhere (tap, socket, etc.).
• Place the dryer at least 1 cm away from the edges of other furniture.
• Your dryer can be operated at temperatures between +5°C and +35°C. If the operating conditions fall outside of this range, operation of the dryer will

be adversely affected and it can get damaged.

- The rear surface of the tumble dryer shall be placed against a wall.

DANGER!

Do not place the dryer on the power cable.

* Ignore following warning if your product's system does not contains R290.

DANGER!

• Dryer contains R290 refrigerant.*
• R290 is an environment-friendly, but flammable refrigerant.*
• Ensure that the air inlet of the dryer is open and it is well-ventilated.*
• Keep potential flame sources away from the dryer.*

3.2 Removing the transportation safety assembly

WARNING!

• Remove the transportation safety assembly before using the dryer for the first time.
• If the door swing side of your appliance can be modified, see the reversible door mounting instructions.

3.3 Connecting to the drain

You can directly drain accumulated water through the water drain hose supplied with the product instead of periodically draining the water collected in the water tank.

Connecting the water drain hose

1-2 Pull hose at the behind of the dryer by hand in order to disconnect it from where it is connected. Do not use any tools to remove the hose.

3 Connect one end of the drain hose supplied with the dryer to the connection point from where you removed the hose of the product in previous step.
4 Connect the other end of the drain hose directly to the wastewater drain or to the washbasin.

NOTE

• Water drain hose should be attached to a height of maximum 80 cm.
• Make sure that the water drain hose is not stepped on and it is not folded between the drain and the machine.
• If there is an accessories pack supplied with your product, please see the detailed description.

3.4 Adjusting the feet

- Turn the feet to left or right until the dryer stands level and firmly.

3.5 Transportation of the dryer

Drain all water that has remained in the dryer. If direct water drain connection is made, then remove the hose connections.

WARNING!

• We recommend carrying the dryer in upright position. If it is not possible to carry the machine in the upright position, we recommend carrying it by tilting towards the right side when looked from the front.

3.6 Warnings about sounds

NOTE
	It is normal to hear a metallic noise from the compressor sometimes during operation.
Water collected during operation is pumped to water tank. It is normal to hear pumping noise during this process.

3.7 Changing the illumination lamp

In case an illumination lamp is used in your laundry dryer. To change the Bulb/LED used for illumination of your tumble dryer, call your Authorized Service. The lamp(s) used in this appliance is not suitable for household room illumination. The intended purpose of this lamp is to assist the user to place laundry in the tumble dryer in a comfortable way. The lamps used in this appliance have to withstand extreme physical conditions such as vibrations and temperatures above 50 °C

4 Preparation

4.1 Laundry suitable for drying in the dryer

Always obey the instructions given on the garment tags. Dry only the laundry having a label stating that they are suitable for drying in a dryer.

4.2 Laundry not suitable for drying in the dryer

Items with this symbol dried in the dryer.

should not be

NOTE

- Delicate embroidered fabrics, woollen, silk garments, delicate and valuable fabrics, airtight items and tulle curtains are not suitable for machine drying.

4.3 Preparing laundry for drying

• Laundry may be tangled with each other after washing. Separate the laundry items before placing them into the dryer.
• Dry garments having metal accessories such as zippers, inside out.
• Fasten the zippers, hooks and buckles and button sheets.

4.4 Things to be done for energy saving

• Spin your laundry at the highest speed possible when washing them. Thus, the drying time is shortened and energy consumption is reduced.
• Sort out the laundry depending on their type and thickness. Dry the same type of laundry together. For example thin kitchen towels and tableclothes dries earlier than thick bathroom towels.
• Follow the instructions in the user manual for programme selection.
• Do not open the loading door of the machine during drying unless necessary. If you must open the loading door, do not keep it open for a long time.

• Do not add wet laundry while the dryer is in operation

• For models with a condenser unit: clean the condenser once in a month or after every 30 operations regularly.

• Clean the filter periodically. Read the Maintenance and cleaning of filters for detailed information.
• For models with flue unit: comply with the flue connection instructions and clean the flue.
• During the drying process, air the room well where your tumble dryer is operating.

4.5 Correct load capacity

Follow the instructions in the “Programme selection and consumption table”. Do not load more than the capacity values stated in the table.

Following weights are given as examples.

Laundry	Approximate weights (g)*	Laundry	Approximate weights (g)*
Cotton quilt covers (double)	1500 Blouses	150
Cotton quilt covers (single)	1000 Cotton shirts	300
Bed sheets (double)	500 Shirts	250
Bed sheets (single)	350	Cotton dresses	500
Large tablecloths	700 Dresses	350
Small tablecloths	250 Jeans	700
Tea napkins	100	Handkerchiefs (10 pieces)	100
Bath towels	700 T-Shirts	125
Hand towels	350

* Dry laundry weight before washing.

5 Operating the product

5.1 Control Panel

1. Program Selection button
2. Display
3. On-Off button

4. Start/Stand-by button

5. End Time button

6. Time Programs Adjusting button
7. Audio Warning Level button
8. Dryness Settings Selection button

5.2 Screen symbols

Buzzer level symbol

Clean filter drawer warning symbol

Filter cleaning warning symbol card lock warning symbol

Water tan k wamin g sym bol

Start/hold symbol

Steam symbol

Dryness level

Iron-dry

Clo set - dry

lock warn in g sym bol

End of cycle

Anti-crease

End time

Rem aining time indicator*

* Time e displayed indicates the remaining time to the end of the cycle and this time e varies as per the hum id it y of the e laundry.

5.3 Preparing the dryer

Plug in the tumble dryer

Open device door.

Place the laundry into the tub in a slight loosely.

Close the door by pushing.

NOTE

- Make sure there is nothing door and the device while closing the door.

Press and hold On/Off/Cancel button for 1 second.

- When dryer is used for the first time, declaration program (cupboard dry cottons) is selected.

NOTE

- Program doesn't start immediately only by pressing the On/Off/Cancel button. Start the program with the On/Off/Cancel button after program selection.

5.4 Program selection

Your dryer has 16 different programs.

- Select the desired program by turning the program selection button..

- Displayed program selection and consumption chart are based on sorting by preferences of majority of users.

5.5 Program selection and consumption chart

EN
Programmes Programme	Description	Capacity (kg)	Spin speed in washing machine (rpm)	Drying Time (minutes)
Cottons Iron Dry	You may dry your cotton laundry to be ironed in this program to have them slightly damp for ease of ironing. (Shirt, T-shirt, tablecloth, etc.)	8 1000	145
Cottons Eco	You may dry all your cotton laundry in this program. (T-shirt, pants, pyjamas, baby clothes, underwear, linen, etc.) You can put your laundry in the wardrobe without ironing.	8 1000	197
Cottons Cupboard Dry	You may use this program for extra dryness in thick laundry such as pants, tracksuit. You can put your laundry in the wardrobe without ironing.	8 1000	205
Cottons Extra Dry	You may dry your thick cotton laundry in this program such as towels, bathrobe, etc. You can put your laundry in the wardrobe without ironing.	8 1000	210
Synthetics Iron Dry	You may dry your synthetic laundry to be ironed in this program to have them slightly damp for ease of ironing. (Shirt, T-shirt, tablecloth, etc.)	4 800	60
Synthetics Cupboard Dry	You may dry all your synthetic laundry in this program. (Shirt, T-shirt, underwear, tablecloth, etc.) You can put your laundry in the wardrobe without ironing.	4 800	70
Drying Rack/ TimeDry	You may select from time programmes between 10 and 160 minutes to achieve the desired drying level at low temperature. In this programme, tumble drier's operation lasts for the set time independently from the dryness of laundry. This product is available to be used with a drying basket as option. For products that are sold without a basket, you can obtain a basket from an authorized service and use the drying programs specified above. For details of use, see the drying basket user guide.	---
Freshen Up	Ventilates for 10 minutes without blowing hot air. You can ventilate the cotton and linen clothes that have been enclosed for a long time with this program to remove their odour. You can use this program to ventilate and soften wool laundry that can be washed in a washing machine. Do not use for full drying.	-- 10
Delicates	You may dry your delicate laundry or laundry with hand wash symbol (silk blouses, thin underwear, etc.) at low temperature in this program.	1,5 1200	70
Jeans	You may dry denim pants, skirts, shirts or jackets in this program.	4 1200	150
Outdoor/Sports	Use it to dry your clothes made of synthetics, cotton or mixed fabrics or waterproof products such as functional jacket, raincoat etc. Turn them inside out prior to drying.	2 1000	135
Mix	You can dry both cotton and synthetic laundry with this programme.Sports and fitness clothes may be dried with this program.	4 1000	125
Shirts	It dries the shirts in a more sensitive manner, and causes less creasing and easier ironing.	1,5 1200	60
Hygiene +	It is a long-term program that you can use for the clothes (baby clothes, towels, underwear, etc. cotton) you require hygeine. Hygiene is provided with high temperature. It is especially suitable for durable fabrics. (This program is identified and approved by England's “The British Foundation” (Allergy UK).))	5 800	185
Duvet DownWear	You can dry your feather or fibre filled textile that bears can be dried in drier label as a single piece of laundry. You can dry double duvet, pillow or coats as single piece of laundry. Dry your cloths such as coats and jackets turned inside out.	- 800	165
Daily Express	Use this program to have 2 shirts ready for ironing.	0,5	1200	30
Energy consumption values
Programmes Capacity (kg)		Spin speed in washing machine (rpm)	Approximate amount of remaining humidity	Energy consumption value kWh
Cottons Eco *	8	1000	60%	1,97
Cottons Iron dry	8	1000	60%	1,5
Synthetics cupboard dry	4 800 40% 0,75
	“Cottons Eco programme” used at full and partial load is the standard drying programme to which the information in the label and the fiche relates, that this programme is suitable for drying normal wet Cottons laundry and that it is the most efficient programme in terms of energy consumption for Cottons.

NOTE

• When the program ends for not having wrinkles on your delicate laundry, take out your laundry immediately and hang them.
• To get better results from drying machine programs, your laundry should be washed with suitable program in your washing machine and wrung with recommended wringing speed.
• Shirt might remain slightly damp at the end of the program. It is recommended not to leave the shirts inside the drying machine.

* : Energy Label standard program (EN 61121:2012)

All the values on the chart are identified according to EN 61121:2012 standard. Consumption values may vary from the valued in the chart depending on laundry type, wringing speed, ambient conditions and voltage levels.

Allergy UK is the brand of the British Allergy Association. Seal of Approval is created to guide people that require recommendation about a product that the related

product restricts / reduces / eliminates the allergens or reduces the allergen content significantly in the ambient where allergy patients exist. It aims to provide assurance that the products are tested scientifically or examined in a way to provide measurable results.

5.6 Auxiliary functions

Audible warning

Machine makes an audible warning when the program is completed. To adjust the sound level, use the Sound Warning Level button.

NOTE

- You can change the sound level before the program starts or while the program continues..

Volume level low

Volume level high

Dryness settings selection

Dryness settings button is used for adjusting to desired dryness. Program time may change depending on the selection.

NOTE

- You can activate this function only prior to start of program.

Drying level damp

Drying level normal

Drying level extra

5.7 Warning symbols

NOTE

- Warning symbols may vary depending on the model of your machine.

Fibre filter cleaning

When the program is completed, the warning symbol for filter cleaning turns on.

NOTE

• For detailed information, See 6 Maintenance and cleaning.
• If filter cleaning symbol constantly flashes See.7 Troubleshooting.

Emptying the water tank

When the program is completed, the warning symbol to empty the water tank turns on.

NOTE

- For detailed information, See 6 Maintenance and cleaning.

If the water tank fills up while the program continues, the warning symbol starts flashing and the machine goes into stand-by. In this case, empty the water tank and start the program by pressing the Start / Stand-by button. Warning symbol turns off and program resumes.

Cleaning the filter drawer

Warning symbol flashes periodically to remind that filter drawer must be cleaned.

NOTE

- For detailed information, See 6 Maintenance and cleaning.

Loading cover is open

If loading cover of the dryer is open while drying, Stand-by symbol turns on and program progress symbol flashes.

End time

You can delay the end time of the program up to 24 hours with end time function.

• Open the loading door and place the laundry.
• Select drying program, spin cycle and if needed, additional functions.
• Press the End Time selection button and set the delay time you wish. End Time symbol turns on. (When pressed and hold the button, End Time proceeds non-stop).
• Press the Start / Stand-by button. End time countdown starts and Start symbol turns on. “:” Separator in the middle of displayed delay time flashes.

NOTE

- You can add or remove laundry within end time. End Time symbol will turn off at the end of countdown, drying starts and duration of program is displayed. Displayed time is the sum of normal drying time and end time.

Changing the end time

If you want to change the duration during the countdown:

• Press the On/Off/Cancel button for 3 seconds to cancel the program. Turn on the machine again and repeat the Delay Setting process for the duration you wish.
• When your machine is turned on for the first time, it turns on with the declaration program (cotton wardrobe dry).

Cancelling the end time function

If you want to cancel the end time countdown and start the program immediately:

• Press the On/Off/Cancel button for 3 seconds to cancel the program.
• Press the On/Off/Cancel button to start you previously selected program.

5.8 Starting the program

Press the ▶ Start/Stand-by button to start the program.

Indicating start of the program, Start symbol turns on, “:” separator in the middle of remaining time keeps flashing. Program

Progress Symbol turns on.

5.9 Program progress status

5.10 Child Lock

The machine has a child lock which prevents the program flow from being interrupted when the buttons are pressed during a program. To activate the child lock

• Press and hold time programs and audio warning buttons for 3 seconds.
• When the child lock is activated, the lock symbol on the screen turns on.

• When the child lock is activated, all buttons on the panel except the On/Off/Cancel and Child Lock buttons are deactivated.
• When the child lock is activated, indicator symbols don't change if the position of Program Selection button is changed. When Program Selection button is turned and function buttons are pressed, the letters "CL" flashes on the screen.

- The child lock has to be deactivated to be able to start a new program after the current program is finished or to be able to interfere with the program.

To Deactivate The Child Lock:

• Press and hold the child lock button for 3 seconds.
• Child lock deactivates when the dryer is turned off and on by the On/Off/Cancel button.

5.11 Changing the program after it is started

You can change the program you selected to dry your laundry with a different program after the machine starts running.

- For example, to select Extra Dry instead of Iron Dry, pause the program by pressing the Start / Stand-by button.

• Select the Extra Dry program using the Program Selection button.
• Press the Start/Stand-by button to start the program.

Adding and removing clothes during stand-by

• If you want to add or remove clothes to/from the machine after the drying program starts:
• Press the Start/Stand-by button to put the machine in Stand-by state. The drying operation stops.
• Open the loading door while in Stand-by state, and close the door after you remove or add laundry.
• Press the Start/Stand-by button to start the program.

NOTE

• Adding laundry after the drying operation starts may cause the dried laundry inside the machine to mix with wet laundry and leave the laundry damp at the end of operation.
• Adding or removing laundry during drying may be repeated as many times as you wish. But this operation continuously interrupts the drying operation, and thus increases program duration and energy consumption. So, it is recommended to add laundry before the program starts.
• If a new program is selected by turning the program selection knob while the machine is in stand-by; the running program terminates and new program information is displayed on the screen.

WARNING!

- Do not touch the inner surface of the drum while adding or removing clothes during a continuing program. The drum surface is hot.

5.12 Cancelling the program

If you want to cancel the program and terminate the drying operation for any reason after the machine starts running, keep the On/Off/Cancel button pressed for 3 seconds.

WARNING!

- The inside of the machine shall be extremely hot when you cancel the program during machine operation, so run the ventilation program to allow it to cool down.

5.13 End of program

When the program ends, the Fibre Filter Cleaning and Water Tank warning symbols on the program observation indicator turn on. Loading door may be opened and machine becomes ready for another run.

To turn off the machine, press the On/Off/Cancel button.

NOTE

• Wrinkle Prevention function activates the 2 hour-Wrinkle Prevention program if laundry isn't taken out of machine after completion of the program.
• Clean the fibre filter after each drying. See 6.1 Cleaning Lint Filter / Loading Door Inner Surface
• Empty the water tank after each drying. See 6.3 Draining the water tank

5.14 Odor Feature

Read the ProScent manual for the use of this feature if your dryer has odor application capability.

6 Maintenance and cleaning

6.1 Loading Door Inner Surface

The hair and fibres that are separated from the laundry during drying process is collected by the Fibre Filter.

NOTE

• Fibres are formed during wearing and washing clothes.
• You can clean the filter slot with a vacuum cleaner.

WARNING!

- After each drying cycle, clean the fibre filter and the inner surface of the loading door.

To clean the fibre filter:

• Open the loading door.
• Hold the first part (inner filter) of the two part fibre filter and remove it by pulling it upwards.
• Collect the hair, fibres and cotton balls with hand or with a soft cloth.
• Remove the second part (outer filter) by pulling it upwards.

NOTE

• Ensure that hair, fibre and cotton balls do not fall into the slot where the filters are installed.
• Open both fibre filters (inner and outer filters) remove the hair, fibre, cotton balls with your damp hand or a vacuum cleaner or a cloth.

- Clean both filters under water running in reverse direction of fibre accumulation or with a soft brush. Dry the filter before placing it back.

- Insert the fibre filters on one another and place it back in its place.

- Clean the loading door interior and its washer with a soft damp cloth.

6.2 Cleaning the sensor

There are dampness sensors in the dryer that detect whether the laundry is dry or not.

To clean the sensors:

• Open the loading door of the dryer.
• Allow the machine to cool down if it is still hot due to the drying process.
• Wipe the metal surfaces of the sensor with a soft cloth, dampened with vinegar and dry them.

NOTE

• Clean metal surfaces of the sensors 4 times a year.
• Do not use metal tools when cleaning metal surfaces of the sensors.

WARNING!

- Never use solvents, cleaning agents or similar substances for cleaning due to the risk of fire and explosion!

6.3 Draining the water tank

Dampness of the laundry is removed and condensed during drying process and the water that arise accumulates in the water tank. Drain the water tank after each drying cycle.

WARNING!

• Condensed water is not drinkable!
- Never remove the water tank when the program is running!

If you forget to drain the water tank, the machine will stop during the subsequent drying cycles when the water tank is full and the Water Tank warning symbol will flash. If this is the case, drain the water tank and press Start / Pause button to resume the drying cycle. To drain the water tank:

1. Remove the water tank in the drawer or container carefully.

1. Drain the water in the tank.

• If there is lint accumulation in the funnel of the water tank, clean it under running water.
• Place the water tank into its seat.

NOTE

- If the direct water draining is used as an option, there is no need to empty the water tank.

6.4 Cleaning the evaporator

The hair and fibres that are not caught by the fibre filter goes to the fins of the evaporator behind the toe board and accumulates here. If the evaporator" icon is flashing or in 6 month periods, clean the evaporator.

- Open the toe board by pressing on it.

• To open the air routing door, move the release latch.

- Clean the fibres on the evaporator with a damp cloth / vacuum cleaner with a brush by moving upwards and downwards.

• After the cleaning process is completed, place the air router door to its place, move the latches to close it and close the toe board.

WARNING!

• You can clean by hand, provided you wear protective gloves. Do not try to clean with bare hands. Evaporator fins may damage your hands.
• Cleaning by left to right movements may damage the evaporator fins. This may lead to drying issues.

7 Troubleshooting

Drying operation takes too long.

Fibre filter (interior and exterior filter) pores may be clogged. gt; gt; gt; Wash the fibre filters with warm water and dry.Evaporator front side may be clogged. gt; gt; gt; Clean the front side of the evaporator.The ventilation grills in front of the machine may be closed. gt; gt; gt; Remove any object in front of the ventilation grills that blocks air.Ventilation may be inadequate because the are the machine is installed in is too small. gt; gt; gt; Open the door or windows to prevent the room temperature from rising very high.A lime layer may have accumulated on the humidity sensor. gt; gt; gt; Clean the humidity sensor.Excessive amount of laundry might be loaded. gt; gt; gt; Do not load the drying machine excessively.Laundry might not have been wrung adequately. gt; gt; gt;Perform a higher speed wringing on the washing machine.

Clothes come out damp after drying.

A program not suitable for the laundry type may have been used. gt; gt; gt; Check the maintenance labels on the clothes and select a program suitable for the clothes' type or use time programs as extra.Fibre filter (interior and exterior filter) pores may be clogged. gt; gt; gt; Wash the filters with warm water and dry.Evaporator front side may be clogged. gt; gt; gt; Clean the front side of the evaporator.Excessive amount of laundry might be loaded. gt; gt; gt; Do not load the drying machine excessively.Laundry might not have been wrung adequately. gt; gt; gt;Perform a higher speed wringing on the washing machine.

Drying machine does not turn on or program cannot be started. Drying machine does not run after it is configured.

Power plug might be unplugged. gt; gt; gt; Make sure the power cord is plugged in.Loading door might be open. gt; gt; gt; Ensure that the loading door is properly closed.A program might not be set or Start / Pause /Cancel button might not be pressed. gt; gt; gt; Check that the program is set and it is not in Pause position..Child lock may be activated. gt; gt; gt; Turn off the child lock.

Program terminated prematurely for no reason.

Loading door might be closed completely. gt; gt; gt; Ensure that the loading door is properly closed.There might be a power outage. gt; gt; gt; Press the Start / Pause / Cancel button to start the program.Water tank may be full. gt; gt; gt; Empty the water tank.

Clothes have shrunk, hardened or spoiled.

A program not suitable with the laundry type might have been used. gt; gt; gt; Check the maintenance labels on the clothes and select a program suitable for the clothes.

Water drips from the loading door.

Fibres might have gathered on the inner sides of the loading door and the loading door gasket. gt; gt; gt; Clean the inner surfaces of the loading door and the loading door gasket surfaces.

Loading door opens by itself.

Loading door might be closed completely. gt; gt; gt; Push the loading door until the closing sound is heard.

Water tank warning symbol is on/flashing.

Water tank may be full. gt; gt; gt; Empty the water tank.Water discharge hose might have collapsed. gt; gt; gt; If the product is connected directly to the water drain check the water discharge hose.

The lighting inside the drying machine does not turn on. (In models with lamp)

The drying machine might not have been turned on using On/Off button. gt; gt; gt; Check that the drying machine is turned on.Lamp might be malfunctioning. gt; gt; gt; Contact Authorized Service to replace the lamp.

Anti-crease icon is lit.

Anti-Crease mode that prevents the laundry in the drier to crease may be activated. gt; gt; gt; Turn the drier off and remove the laundry.

Fibre filter cleaning icon is lit.

Fibre filter (interior and exterior filter) may be unclean. gt; gt; gt; Wash the filters with warm water and dry..A layer may be formed on the fibre filter pores that leads to clogging. gt; gt; gt; Wash the filters with warm water and dry.Fibre filters may not be inserted. gt; gt; gt; Insert the interior and exterior filters to their places.

An audible warning is heard from the machine

Fibre filters may not be inserted. gt; gt; gt; Insert the interior and exterior filters to their places.

Evaporator warning icon is flashing.

Evaporator front side may be clogged with fibres. gt; gt; gt; Clean the front side of the evaporator.Fibre filters may not be inserted. gt; gt; gt; Insert the interior and exterior filters to their places.

The lighting inside the drying machine turns on. (In models with lamp)

If the drying machine is plugged to the power outlet, the On/Off button is pressed and the door is open; the light turns on. gt; gt; gt; Unplug the drying machine or bring the On/Off button to Off position.

WARNING!

- If the problem persists after following the instructions in this section, contact your vendor or an Authorized Service. Never try to repair your product yourself.

NOTE

• In an event that you encounter an issue on any part on your appliance, you can ask for a replacement by contacting the authorized service with the appliance model number.
• Operating the appliance with non-authentic parts may lead the appliance to malfunction.
• Manufacturer and distributor are not liable for malfunctions resulting from using non-authentic parts.

PRODUCT FICHE
Complying Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 392/2012
Supplier name or trademark		BEKO
Model name		DS8444RX7188233810
Rated capacity (kg)		8.0
Type of Tumble Dryer	Air Vented	-
	Condenser	●
Energy efficiency class (1)		A++
Annual Energy Consumption (kWh) (2)		234,7
Type of Control	Automatic	●
	Non-automatic	-
Energy consumption of the standard cotton programme at full load (kWh)		1,97
Energy consumption of the standard cotton programme at partial load (kWh)		1,08
Power consumption of the off-mode for the standart cotton programme at full load, Po (W)		0,10
Power consumption of the left-on mode for the standart cotton programme at full load, PL (W)		1,00
The duration of the left on mode (min)		30
Standard cotton programme (3)
Programme time of the standard cotton programme at full load, Tdry (min)		197
Programme time of the standard cotton programme at partial load, Tdry1/2 (min)		125
Weighted programme time of the standard cotton programme at full and partial load ( Tt )		156
Condensation efficiency class (4)		B
Average condensation efficiency of the standard cotton programme at full load, Cdry		85%
Average condensation efficiency of the standard cotton programme at partial load, Cdry1/2		85%
Weighted condensation efficiency of the standard cotton programme at full load and partial load, Ct		85%
Sound power level for the standard cotton programme at full load (5)		65
Built-in		-

•: Yes -: No

(1) Scale from A+++ (most efficient) to D (least efficient)

(2) Energy consumption based on 160 drying cycles of the standard cotton programme at full and partial load, and the consumption of the low-power modes. Actual energy consumption per cycle will depend on how the appliance is used.

(3) "Cotton cupboard dry programme" used at full and partial load is the standard drying programme to which the information in the label and the fiche relates, that this programme is suitable for drying normal wet cotton laundry and that it is the most efficient programme in terms of energy consumption for cotton

(4) Scale from G (lest efficient) to A (most efficient)

(5) Weighted average value — L_WA expressed in dB(A) re 1 pW

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