Go dv 18 - Tumble dryer CANDY - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Condenser tumble dryer
Brand	Candy
Model	Go dv 18
Drying capacity	7 kg
Dimensions (H x W x D)	85 cm x 60 cm x 50 cm
Net weight	38 kg
Power supply voltage	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Power consumption	2200 W
Energy class	B
Ventilation type	Condensation with water tank
Drying programs	Cotton, synthetics, delicates, extra dry, easy iron, express
Available options	Delayed start, delayed end, low temperature drying
Display	LED screen with program indicators
Lint filter	Clean after each cycle
Water tank	Manual emptying after each cycle
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean the filter, condenser and door seal regularly
Child safety	Key lock
Rust protection	Enamel coating on the drum
Noise level	65 dB(A)
Supplied accessories	User manual, warranty certificate, additional filter
Repairability	Spare parts available from after-sales service

Frequently Asked Questions - Go dv 18 CANDY

How to clean the lint filter?

Open the door, remove the filter located at the bottom of the opening, clean it by hand or with lukewarm water, dry it, and put it back. Do this after each cycle.

Where is the condensation water tank located?

The water tank is usually located at the bottom right of the appliance. Simply pull it towards you, empty it into a sink, and put it back.

How to use the delayed start function?

Select the desired program, press the 'Delayed start' button (clock), choose the desired delay (e.g., 3h), then press 'Start/Pause'. Drying will start automatically after the set delay.

What to do if the appliance does not start?

Check that the door is properly closed, the water tank is empty and in place, the filter is clean, and the appliance is plugged in. If the problem persists, contact after-sales service.

How to maintain the condenser?

The condenser is located behind the lower grille or flap. Clean it with a soft brush every 3 months to prevent lint buildup. Follow the manual instructions.

Can I dry wool or silk garments?

Yes, select the 'Delicates' or 'Wool' program for low temperature drying. Always check the care label of your garments.

How to activate the child lock?

Press and hold the 'Lock' button (often represented by a padlock) for 3 seconds. An indicator lights up to confirm. To deactivate, repeat the operation.

What does the message 'Clean filter' on the screen mean?

The appliance detects a drop in performance due to a clogged filter. Clean the lint filter as indicated in question 1 to resume optimal drying.

How to empty the water tank during a cycle?

If the tank is full, the cycle stops and an indicator light comes on. Open the flap, remove the tank, empty it, put it back, and press 'Start/Pause' to resume.

Where to find the serial number of my tumble dryer?

The serial number is on a rating plate at the back of the appliance or inside the door. Make a note of it before any after-sales service request.

USER MANUAL Go dv 18 CANDY

Unpacking the Product 3

Safety reminders....4

Installation 4

Use 4

The Laundry 4

Environmental Issues 5

GIAS Service....5

Installation....6

Electrical requirements 6

Adjusting the feet 6

Ventilation....7

Installation of the Discharge Hose. 7

Preparing the load 8

Clothes preparation 8

Sorting the load....9

Drying advice....10

Do not tumble dry 10

Energy saving....10

Controls and indicators 11

Door and Filter 12

Opening the door 12

Filter....12

Filter care indicator 12

Operation 13

Cleaning and Routine Maintenance....14

Cleaning the dryer 14

Technical specifications....14

Troubleshooting....15

Customer Service....16

Spares....16

GIAS Service 16

Introduction

Please read and follow these instructions carefully and operate the machine accordingly. This booklet provides important guidelines for safe use, installation, maintenance and some useful advice for best results when using your machine.

Keep all documentation in a safe place for future reference or for any future owners.

Delivery information

Please check that the following items are delivered with the appliance:

● Instruction manual ● Guarantee card ● Vent kit and instructions ● Energy label

Check that no damage has occurred to the machine during transit. If it has, call for service by GIAS.

Failure to comply with the above can compromise the safety of the appliance. You may be charged for a service call if a problem with your machine is caused by misuse.

Unpacking the product

Remove the machine from its packaging close to the final location of the machine.

1. Cut carefully around the base of the packaging and up one corner.
2. Remove the polythene sleeve and lift the dryer off the polystyrene base.

Dispose of the packaging safely. Make sure it is out of the reach of children, it is a potential source of danger.

Safety reminders

Installation

• Check that the product has no visible signs of damage before use. If damaged, do not use and please call GIAS Service.
• Do not use adapters, multiple connectors and/or extensions. Never install the dryer against curtains and be sure to prevent items from falling or collecting behind the dryer. The appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding door, or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the tumble dryer.

Use

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

WARNING: Misuse of a tumble dryer may create a fire hazard.

This machine is solely for domestic use, i.e., to dry household textiles and garments.

This machine should only be used for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Ensure that the instructions for installation and use are fully understood before operating the appliance.

Do not touch the appliance when hands or feet are damp or wet.

Do not lean on the door when loading the machine or use the door to lift or move the machine.

Do not allow children to play with the machine or its controls.

WARNING: Do not use the product if the fluff filter is not in position or is damaged; fluff could be ignited. WARNING: Where the hot surface symbol ⚠ is located, the temperature rise during operation of the tumble dryer may be in excess of 60 degrees C.

Remove the plug from the electricity supply. Always remove the plug before cleaning the appliance.

Do not continue to use this machine if it appears to be faulty.

●Lint and fluff must not be allowed to collect on the floor around the outside of the machine.

●The drum inside may be very hot. Always allow the dryer to complete the cool down period before removing the laundry.

The Laundry

●Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.

● WARNING Do not tumble dry fabrics treated with dry cleaning fluids.

● WARNING Foam rubber materials can, under certain circumstances, when heated become ignited by spontaneous combustion. Items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads MUST NOT be dried in the tumble dryer.

●Always refer to the laundry care labels for directions on suitability for drying.

●Clothes should be spin dried or thoroughly wrung before they are put into the

tumble dryer. Clothes that are dripping wet should NOT be put into the dryer.

● Lighters and matches must not be left in pockets and NEVER use flammable liquids near the machine. ● Glass fibre curtains should NEVER be put in this machine. Skin irritation may occur if other garments are contaminated with the glass fibres. - Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers should be washed in hot water with an extra amount of detergent before being dried in the tumble dryer. ●Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by the fabric softener instructions.

Environmental Issues

●All packaging materials used are environmentally-friendly and recyclable. Please help dispose of the packaging via environmentally-friendly means. Your local council will be able to give you details of current means of disposal. ●To ensure safety when disposing of an old tumble dryer disconnect the mains plug from the socket, cut the mains power cable and destroy this together with the plug. To prevent children shutting themselves in the machine break the door hinges or the door lock.

GIAS Service

●To ensure the continued safe and efficient operation of this appliance we recommend that any servicing or repairs are only carried out by an authorised GIAS Service engineer.

European directive 2002/96/EC

This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative

consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

The symbol on the product indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal.

For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

If the appliance is not running properly or breaks down, switch it off and disconnect the plug from the socket. Consult GIAS Service for possible repair.

Installation

You may be charged for a service call if a problem with your machine is caused by incorrect installation.

If the mains cord on this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord which is ONLY obtainable from the GIAS spares service. It must be installed by a competent person.

Electrical requirements

Tumble dryers are supplied to operate at a voltage of 220-230V, 60 Hz single phase. Check that the supply circuit is rated to at least 10A.

Electricity can be extremely dangerous.

This appliance must be earthed.

The socket outlet and the plug on the appliance must be of the same type.

Do not use multiple adapters and/or extension leads.

The plug should be accessible for disconnection after the appliance has been installed.

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following codes:

Blue NEUTRAL

Brown LIVE

Green and Yellow EARTH

CE Appliance complies with European Directive 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC and subsequent amendments.

Do not plug the machine in and switch it on at the mains until the installation is completed.

For your safety, this dryer must be correctly installed.

If there is any doubt about installation, call GIAS Service for advice.

Adjusting the feet

Once the machine is in place the feet should be adjusted to ensure that the machine is level.

Ventilation

Adequate ventilation must be provided in the room where the tumble dryer is located to prevent gases from appliances burning other fuels, including open fires, being drawn into the room during operation of the tumble dryer.

● Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is used for exhausting fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels. - Check regularly that the air flowing through the dryer is not restricted. - Check the fluff filter after use, and clean, if necessary. ● The inlet and outlets should be kept free from obstructions. To ensure adequate ventilation the space between the bottom of the machine and the floor must not be obstructed. There should be a gap of at least 12mm between the machine and any obstructions. ● Prevent items from falling or collecting behind the dryer as these may obstruct the air inlet and outlet. ● NEVER install the dryer up against curtains.

Installation of the Discharge Hose

It is essential to use a venting hose to carry the hot moist air away from the dryer unless the dryer is situated in an open space with good air flow around it. Re-circulation of the moist air will prevent the efficient operation of the dryer.

The hose is assembled to the machine as shown.

The hose may be fitted through a wall or through an open door or window. The hose is 110mm in diameter and will extend 1.8 meters.

The following guidelines should be followed when installing the discharge hose.

● Do not use two hoses joined together as the drying performance will be reduced. ● Do not restrict the flow of air through the hose, e.g., by kinking it or

fitting a smaller diameter connector to mount to a wall opening.

● Avoid the hose making U-shaped curves as this will restrict the flow of air and increase the chance that water will collect in the hose. - Check the hose regularly to remove any build-up of fluff or water that may have collected in it.

The following diagrams give examples of good and bad installations.

Preparing the load

Before using the tumble dryer for the first time:

● Please read this instruction book thoroughly. - Remove all items packed inside drum. ● Wipe the inside of the drum and door with a damp cloth to remove any dust which may have settled in transit.

Clothes preparation

Make sure that the laundry you are going to dry is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer, as shown by the care symbols on each item.

Check that all fastenings are closed and that pockets are empty. Turn the articles inside out. Place clothes loosely in the drum to make sure that they don't get tangled.

Do not overload the drum; large items when wet can exceed the maximum admissible clothes load (for example: sleeping bags, duvets).

Maximum drying weight

●Cottons Max. 8 kg ●Synthetics Max. 4 kg

Sort the load as follows:

●By care symbols

These can be found on the collar or inside seam:

Suitable for tumble drying.

Tumble drying at high temperature.

Tumble drying at low temperature only.

Do not tumble dry.

If the item does not have a care label it must be assumed that it is not suitable for tumble drying.

●By amount and thickness

Whenever the load is bigger than the dryer capacity, separate clothes according to thickness (e.g. towels from thin underwear).

●By type of fabric

Cottons/linen: Towels, cotton jersey, bed and table linen.

Synthetics: Blouses, shirts, overalls, etc. made of polyester or polyamid, as well as for cotton/synthetic mixes.

●By drying level

Sort into: iron dry, cupboard dry, etc. For delicate articles press the 📋 button to select low drying temperature.

Drying advice

IMPORTANT: Do not dry articles which have been treated with a dry cleaning fluid or rubber clothes (danger of fire or explosion).

Do not tumble dry:

Woollens, silk, delicate fabrics, nylon stockings, delicate embroidery, fabrics with metallic decorations, garments with PVC or leather trimmings, training shoes, bulky items such as sleeping bags, etc.

Energy saving

Only put into the tumble dryer laundry which has been thoroughly wrung or spin-dried. The drier the laundry the shorter the drying time thus saving electricity.

ALWAYS

●Try to dry the maximum weight of laundry, this will save time and electricity. - Check that the filter is clean before every drying cycle.

NEVER

●Exceed the maximum weight, this will waste time and electricity. ●Put dripping wet items into the tumble dryer, this may damage the appliance.

During the last 15 minutes the load is always tumbled in cool air.

Controls and indicators

Control panel and indicator lights

'ON' Button and Indicator: Press to switch on, the indicator will light.

'ACRYLICS/SYNTHETICS' Button: Press to reduce the heat level for delicate items, press again to select high temperature.

HIGH heat setting

LOW heat setting

'DRYING TIME' Selector – selects the drying time or the Fast Iron option.

'FILTER CARE' Indicator: Lights when the filter needs cleaning.

Door and Filter

Opening the door

Pull on handle to open the door.

To restart the dryer, close the door and press ①.

WARNING!

When the tumble dryer is in use the drum and door may be VERY HOT. Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.

Filter

IMPORTANT: To maintain the efficiency of the dryer check that the fluff filter is clean before each drying cycle.

1. Pull the filter upwards.
2. Open filter as shown.
3. Gently remove lint using a soft brush or your fingertips.
4. Snap the filter together and push back into place.

Filter Care Indicator

lights when the filter needs cleaning.

If the laundry is not drying, check that the filter is not clogged. The indicator will also light when the venting hose is blocked or kinked.

Operation

Refer to the Drying guide table or the fabric labels to select the most suitable programme.

● Open the door and load the drum with laundry. Ensure that garments do not hinder closure of the door.

- If drying delicate items, press the button to reduce the heat level. Press again on completion to select high temperature. - HIGH heat setting - LOW heat setting

● Turn the 'DRYING TIME' Selector until the required drying time aligns with the dial.

● The programme provides a conditioning and anti-crease function. The dryer will heat the load for 8 minutes followed by a 2 minute cool down period and is especially good for garments which may have been left for some time prior to ironing, in a linen basket for example. Garments may also become stiffened when dried outside on a washing line or inside on radiators. This process relaxes the creases in the fabric making ironing quicker and easier.

● Gently close the door pushing it slowly until you hear the door 'click' shut.

● Press the button. The indicator will light and the drying cycle begins.

● The load is dried by tumbling in thermostatically controlled warm air. Cool air is used for the last 15 minutes to reduce creasing and cool the load ready for handling.

- When the program is fully completed the drum will stop rotating and the dial will point to 0.

● Open the door and remove the load.

● Clean the filter after every drying cycle to ensure maximum dryer efficiency.

WARNING!

The drum, door and load may be very hot.

Cleaning and Routine Maintenance

IMPORTANT

Always switch off and remove the plug from the electricity supply before cleaning this appliance.

Cleaning the dryer

● Clean the filter after every drying cycle. ● After each period of use, wipe the inside of the drum and leave the door open for a while to allow circulation of air to dry it. ● Wipe the outside of the machine and the door with a soft cloth. ● DO NOT use abrasive pads or cleaning agents. ● To prevent the door sticking or the build up of fluff periodically clean the inner door and gasket with a damp cloth.

Technical specifications

For electrical data refer to the rating label on the front of the dryer cabinet (with the door open).

Drum capacity 115 litres

Maximum load 8 kg

Height 85cm

Width 60cm

Depth 60cm

Energy Label Band C

Troubleshooting

What might be the cause of...

Defects you can remedy yourself

Before calling GIAS Service for technical advice, please run through the following checklist. A charge will be made if the machine is found to be working or has been installed incorrectly or used incorrectly. If the problem persists after completing the recommended checks, please call GIAS Service; they may be able to assist you over the telephone.

Drying time is too long/clothes are not dry enough...

●Have you selected the correct drying time/programme? ●Were the clothes too wet? Were the clothes thoroughly wrung or spin-dried? ●Does the filter need cleaning? ●Is the dryer overloaded? ●Is the venting hose kinked or blocked? ●Has the option been selected from a previous cycle?

The dryer does not operate...

●Is there a working electricity supply to the dryer? Check using another appliance such as a table lamp. ●Is the plug properly connected to the mains supply? ●Is there a power failure? ●Has the fuse blown? ●Is the door fully closed? ●Is the dryer switched on, both at the mains supply and at the machine? ●Has the drying time or the programme been selected? ●Has the machine been switched on again after opening the door?

The dryer is noisy...

●Switch off the dryer and contact GIAS Service for advice.

The Filter Care Indicator is on...

●Does the filter need cleaning? ●Is the venting hose kinked or blocked?

Customer Service

Should there still be a problem with your dryer after completing all the recommended checks, please call GIAS Service for advice. They may be able to assist you over the telephone or arrange for a suitable appointment for an engineer to call under the terms of your guarantee. However, a charge may be made if any of the following applies to your machine:

● Is found to be in working order. ● Has not been installed in accordance with the installation instructions. ● Has been used incorrectly.

Spares

Always use genuine spares, available direct from GIAS Service.

GIAS Service

For service and repairs call your local GIAS Service engineer.

The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the event of any printing mistakes in this booklet. The manufacturer also reserves the right to make appropriate modifications to its products without changing the essential characteristics.

Adjusting the feet

Filter

WARNING!

Safety instructions

Installation

Electrical connection

Opening the door

Sieb

Flusensieb-Anzeige

WARNUNG!

Filtro

AVVERTENZA!

Segurança

Instalação

Ajustar os pés

Preparação da carga

Abrir a porta

Filtro

Indicador de Controlo do Estado do Filtro

Rappels de sécurité

Installation

Filtre

Opening the door

Filter