DHT73LIT - Dehumidifier SMEG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DHT73LIT SMEG

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for preferring a Smeg 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.

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, multiplugs 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.

iNOTE

•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	v 50 cm
54 cm	Can be installed			Cannot be installed
60 cm	Can be installed		Cannot 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 waivers 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 childproof 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	65,4 cm
Capacity (max.)	7 kg**
Net weight (± 4 kg)	51 kg
Voltage	See type label***
Rated power input
Model code

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

*It can be supplied with your machine depending on its 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^ and +35^ . 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 contain 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.

3.6Warnings 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^

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 and make sure that you select the appropriate programme.

Do not dry with dryer	At high temperature	At medium temperature	At low temperature

4.2 Laundry not suitable for drying in the dryer

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. Programme Selection knob
2. Dryness Level Adjustment button
3. Audio Warning Level button
4. Display
5. On /Off/Cancel button

5.2 Display symbols

Audio warning smbol
Filter drawer cleaning warning symbol Filter cleaning warning symbol
Water tank warning symbol
Start/Pause symbol
Smart grid symbol
Steam tank warning symbol Steam programme symbol

Dryness level

Child lock warning symbol
End time symbol

Remaining time indicator*

Programme progress bar

*Time that appears on display indicates the remaining time until the end of the programme and changes according to the dampness level of the laundry and model of the dryer.

5.3 Preparing the machine

1. Plug in your machine.
2. Place the laundry in the machine.
3. Press the On/Off/Cancel button for 1 second (long).

4. When your machine is operated for the first time, it starts with the declaration programme (wardrobe dryness for cottons.)

5. Start/Pause button
   7.End Time button

6. Favourite button
7. Timer Programmes Selection button
8. Anti-creasing / Child Lock button

NOTE

• Pressing the On/Off/Cancel button does not mean that the programme has started. Press Start / Pause button to start the program.

5.4 Programme selection

1. Decide the appropriate programme from the table below which includes drying levels.
2. Select the desired programme with the Programme Selection knob.

5.5 Programme selection and consumption table

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.)	7	1000	125
Cottons Cupboard Dry	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.	7	1000	155
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.	7	1000	165
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.)	3,5	800	53
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.	3,5	800	67
Mix	Use this programme to dry non-pigmenting synthetic and cotton laundry items together. Sports and fitness clothes may be dried with this program.	4	1000	110
Freshen up	It just provides airing for 10 minutes without any hot air. You can air the cotton and linen laundry that are kept closed for a long time, and eliminate the odour in them.	-	-	10
Shirt 30'	Use this program to have 2 shirts ready for ironing.	0,5	1200	30
Time Progammes	You can select one of the 10 min., 20 min., 30 min., 40 min., 50 min., 60 min., 80 min., 100 min., 120 min., 140 min. and 160 min. timer programmes to achieve the desired final drying level at low temperatures. In this program, tumble drier's operation lasts for the set time independently from the dryness of laundry.	-	-	-
Delicates	You may dry your delicate laundry or laundry with hand wash symbol (silk blouses, thin underwear, etc.) at low temperature in this program.	2	600	50
Babyprotect	Program used for baby clothing with can be dried approval on the label.	3	1000	95
Night (silent)	In this programme the level of noise emitted to the environment will be the lowest. Volume level will be fifty percent lower with respect to the 'wardrobe dry for cottons' programme.	7	1000	240
Wool protect	Use this programme to dry woolen garments such as jumpers that are washed according to the instructions. It is recommended that garments would be removed at the end of the programme.	1,5	600	146
Express	You can use this program to dry your cotton laundry that you have spun at high speeds in your washing machine.	1	1200	49
Daily	You can dry both cotton and synthetic laundry with this programme. Sports and fitness clothes may be dried with this program.	4	1200	100
Jeans	You may dry denim pants, skirts, shirts or jackets in this program.	4	1200	117
Energy consumption values
Programmes	Capacity (kg)	Spin speed in washing machine (rpm)	Approximate amount of remaining humidity	Energy consumption value KWh
Cottons cupboard dry*	7	1000	60%	1,25
Cottons Iron dry	7	1000	60%	1,05
Synthetics cupboard dry	3,5	800	40%	0,51
	"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.

APPAREL CARE

The wool drying cycle of this machine has been approved by The Woolmark Company for the drying of machine washable wool products provided that the products are washed and dried according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of this machine.M14030

NOTE

• For further programme details, see „Programme selection and consumption table".
  Additional programs may differ according to the features of your machine.
  To obtain better results from your dryer, your laundry must be washed at suitable programmes and spun at the recommended spin speeds in the washing machine.
  There may be a little moisture on the shirts at the end of the programme. We recommend you not to leave the shirts in the dryer.
  It is recommended to use a cloth bag to avoid certain delicate garments and laundry from getting creased or damaged. Take your laundry immediately out of the dryer and hang them after the programme ends in order to prevent them being creased

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

All values given in the table have been fixed according to EN 61121:2012 Standard. These values may deviate from the values in the table according to the laundry type, laundry spin speed, environmental conditions and voltage fluctuations.

5.6 Auxiliary functions Audio Warning

The machine will give an audio warning when the programme comes to an end. Use the Audio Warning Level button to adjust the sound level.

NOTE

You can change the sound level either before the programme starts or while the programme is in progress.

Volume level low
Volume level high

Dryness level adjustment selection

Dryness level adjustment button is used to adjust the required dryness level.

Programme duration can change depending on the selection.

NOTE

You can activate this function only before the programme has started.

Anti-creasing

Anti-creasing programme duration may be changed with the Anti-creasing selection button. You can use Anti-creasing function to prevent laundry from creasing if you will not take the laundry out after the program has come to an end. This programme rotates the laundry in every 240 second for selected time to prevent creasing.Following images identify the level changes.

Anti-creasing 0 minute

Anti-creasing 30 minute

Anti-creasing 60 minute
Anti-creasing 120 minute

NOTE

• Press Anti-creasing button to activate this function.
• Anti-creasing symbol will illuminate at the end of the programme if Anti-creasing function is activated.

Favourite selection button

A programme with the set auxiliary function is saved with Favourite selection button.When the product is switched on and off, features of the saved programme is displayed by means of Favourite selection button.

1. Select the programme with the programme button; select the auxiliary functions such as Anti-creasing, Dryness Level etc.
2. Press and hold the Favourite selection button for about 3 seconds. Features of set programme will be saved.

End time

With the End Time function, the end time of the programme may be delayed up to 24 hours. The time on the display is the total of normal drying time and end time.

• Open the loading door and put the laundry in.
• Select the drying program.

Press End Time button to set the desired time delay.

• Press Start/Pause button. Time Delaying starts countdown and the time delaying symbol lights up on the display. The “:” in the middle of the displayed delay time will flash.
  Additional laundry may be loaded / taken out during the End Time period. At the end of the End Time countdown process, End Time symbol disappears, drying process starts and the programme duration is displayed.

NOTE

• If loading door is opened and closed during the End Time duration, the programme will switch to pause mode. End Time function should be resumed with pressing Start/Pause button.

Changing the End time

If you want to change the time during countdown:

• End Time is deactivated when the dryer is switched off and on with On/Off/Cancel button. Restart the dryer and repeat the End Time procedure for the desired time.
• When your dryer is operated for the first time, it starts with the declaration programme (wardrobe dryness for cottons).

Canceling End time function

If you want to cancel the End Time countdown and start the programme immediately:

• End Time is deactivated when the dryer is switched off and on with On/Off/Cancel button.
• Press Start/Pause button to start the programme you have previously selected.

5.7 Warning symbols

NOTE

• Warning symbols may differ according to the model of your machine.

Lint filter cleaning

When the programme is completed, a warning symbol will appear continuously indicating that the filter needs to be cleaned.

NOTE

For detailed information, see Maintenance and cleaning.
If the filter cleaning symbol flashes continuously, see Troubleshooting.

Draining the water tank

When the programme is completed, a warning symbol will appear continuously to remind that the water tank needs to be drained.

NOTE

For detailed information, see Maintenance and cleaning.

If the water tank becomes full while the programme is running, the warning symbol will start to flash and the dryer will pause. Drain the water in the water tank and press Start / Pause button to resume the programme. The warning symbol turns off and the programme resumes operating.

Cleaning the filter drawer

Warning symbol flashes to remind that the filter drawer needs to be cleaned.

NOTE

For detailed information, see Maintenance and cleaning.

Loading door open

This warning symbol Pause appears and programme progress symbol flashes when the loading door of the dryer is open.

5.8 Starting the programme

Press the Start/Pause button to start the program.

Start symbol will light up to indicate that the programme has started and ":" symbol in the middle of the remaining time will keep flashing. Drying and programme progress bar will be displayed alternately.

5.9. Progress of programme

5.10 Child Lock

Machine is equipped with a Child Lock which prevents interfering with the current programme flow by pressing any button.

To activate the Child Lock:

• Press and hold Childproof Lock button for 3 seconds.
• Child Lock symbol will appear on the display when the Child Lock is activated.

• All buttons except the On/Off/Cancel and Child Lock button on the control panel are deactivated when the Child Lock is active.
• Display symbols will not change even if the position of Programme Selection knob is changed while the child lock button is active.
• When the programme selection knob is turned and function buttons are pressed, Child Lock warning will be displayed.
• To start a new programme after the current programme is over or to interrupt the current programme, the Child Lock should be deactivated.

To deactivate the childproof lock:

• Press and hold Child Lock button for 3 seconds.

Child Lock is deactivated when the dryer is switched off and on with On/Off/Cancel button.

5.11 Changing the programme after it has started

After the dryer starts operation, you can change the selected programme and dry your laundry in a different programme.
- Press and hold Start / Pause button for 1 seconds to pause the programme.

• Select desired programme by turning the Programme Selection knob.
• Press the Start/Pause button to start the program.

Adding / removing laundry while the dryer is in operation

• In order to add or take out laundry after the drying programme has started:
• Press the Start/Pause button to switch the dryer to Pause mode. Drying process will pause.
  While in Pause mode, open the loading door, add or take out laundry and close the loading door.
• Press the Start/Pause button to resume the program.

NOTE

• Any laundry added after the drying process has started may cause the clothes that are already dried in the machine intermingle with wet clothes and the result will be wet laundry after the drying process is over.
• You may repeat laundry adding or removing process as many times as you desire during drying. However, this process will increase the programme time and energy consumption since the drying process will be interrupted repeatedly. Therefore, it is recommended to add laundry before the drying programme has started.
  If you select a new programme by turning the Programme Selection knob while your drier is in Pause mode, then the current program is aborted and new programme information is displayed.

WARNING!

• Do not touch the inner surface of the drum when adding or taking out laundry while a programme is running. Drum surface and dryer air within is hot.

5.12 Canceling the programme

To cancel the programme after the dryer is started:

• Press and hold Start / Pause button for 1 seconds to pause the programme and turn the programme selection knob.
• Press and hold On / Off / Cancel Button for 3 seconds and the programme will be cancelled.

WARNING!

• As the dried laundry will be excessively hot when you cancel the programme while the dryer is running, activate the Refresh programme to cool them down.

5.13 End of programme

When the programme comes to an end Lint filter cleaning and Water tank warning symbols light up in the programme follow-up indicator. To turn off the dryer press On / Off / Cancel button.

NOTE

2-hour Anti-creasing program will be activated if the laundry is not taken out after the program has come to an end.

6 Maintenance and cleaning

Service life of product extends and frequently experienced problems will be reduced if it is cleaned at regular intervals.

WARNING!

• Please unplug your product before performing maintenance and cleaning instructions. (eg control panel, body, etc.)

6.1 Cleaning Lint Filter / Loading Door Inner Surface

Lint and fiber released from the laundry to the air during the drying cycle are collected in the Lint Filter.

NOTE

• You can clean the lint filter housing with a vacuum cleaner.

WARNING!

Always clean the lint filter and the inner surfaces of the loading door after each drying process.

To clean the lint filter:

• Open the loading door.

• Remove the lint filter by pulling it up and open the lint filter.

• Clean lint, fiber, and cotton raveling by hand or with a soft piece of cloth.

• Close the lint filter and place it back into its housing.

A layer can build up on the filter pores that can cause clogging of the filter after using the dryer for a while. Wash the lint filter with warm water to remove the layer that builds up on the lint filter surface. Dry the lint filter completely before reinstalling it.

• Clean the entire inner surface of the loading door and loading door gasket 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 arises 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 filter drawer

Lint and fiber that could not be captured by the lint filter are blocked in the filter drawer behind the kick plate. Clean the filter periodically when there is visible air collection on it or when the symbol lights up, if there is a filter drawer cleaning warning symbol available.

There is an one stage filter. This one stage filter is from sponge
To clean the filter drawer:

• Press the kick plate button to open the kick plate.

• Open the filter drawer cap turning the cap lock on it and pull it out..

• Open the filter drawer by pressing the red button.

Take out the filter drawer sponge.

Clean the fluff and lint over the filter sponge washing it with your hands. Remove the moisture squeezing the sponge with your hands after washing it.
- Clean the fluff, lint and cotton pellets with your hands or with a soft cloth.

• If you observe a layer over the filter which can block the filter, remove the layer washing with a water and then cleaning it. Dry the filter cloth properly before replacing the filter drawer.

NOTE

• There may be no cloth in the filter cassette of your drying machine, depending on its model.

• Place the sponge back into its place.

NOTE

• Please place the sponge carefully inside the frame of the filter cassette shown by arrows in order to avoid squeezing when filter drawer closed".:

• Close the filter drawer as to lock the red button.

• Replace the filter drawer and tighten the cap turning the filter drawer lock turning it in the arrow direction.

• Close the kick plate cover.

WARNING!

• Drying without the filter drawer sponge in place will damage the machine!

NOTE

• A dirty lint filter and filter drawer will cause longer drying periods and higher energy consumption.

6.5 Cleaning the evaporator

Clean the lint accumulated on the fins of the evaporator located behind the filter drawer with a vacuum cleaner.

WARNING!

• You can also clean by hand provided that you wear protective gloves. Do not attempt to clean with bare hands. Evaporator fins can harm your hand.

7 Troubleshooting

Drying operation takes too long.

Fibre filter pores might be clogged. >>> Wash the filter with warm water.

Filter drawer might be clogged. >>> Clean the sponge and filter cloth (if any) in the filter drawer. (for the products with a heat pump)

The condenser might be blocked. >>> Wash the condenser.(for the products with a condenser )

The ventilation grills in front of the machine may be closed. >>> Remove any objects in front of the ventilation grills that blocks air. Ventilation may be inadequate because the area the machine is installed in is too small. >>> Open the door or windows to prevent the room temperature from rising very high.

A lime layer may have accumulated on the humidity or temperature sensors. >>> Clean the humidity or temperature sensors. Excessive amount of laundry might be loaded. >>> Do not load the drying machine excessively.

Laundry might not have been wrung adequately. >>> 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. >>> Check the maintenance labels on the clothes and select a program suitable for the clothes' type or use time programs as extra.

Fibre filter pores might be clogged. >>> Wash the filter with warm water.

The condenser might be blocked. >>> Wash the condenser. (for the products with a condenser)

Filter drawer might be clogged. >>> Clean the sponge and filter cloth (if any) in the filter drawer.(For the products with a heat pump) Excessive amount of laundry might be loaded. >>> Do not load the drying machine excessively.

Laundry might not have been wrung adequately. >>> 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. >>> Make sure the power cord is plugged in. Loading door might be open. >>> Ensure that the loading door is properly closed. A program might not be set or Start/Stand-by button might not be pressed. >>> Check that the program is set and it is not in Stand-by position. Child lock may be activated. >>> Turn off the child lock.

Program terminated prematurely for no reason.

Loading door might not be closed completely. >>> Ensure that the loading door is properly closed. There might be a power outage. >>> Press the Start/Stand-by button to start the program. Water tank may be full. >>> Empty the water tank.

Clothes have shrunk, hardened or spoiled.

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

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

Drying machine might not be turned on with the On/Off button or program might not be selected for machines without an On/Off button. >>> Make sure that the drying machine is turned on. Lamp might be malfunctioning. >>> Contact Authorized Service to replace the lamp.

Filter cleaning warning symbol/LED is on/flushing.

Fibre filter might not be cleaned. >>> Clean the filter.The filter slot might be clogged with lints. >>> Clean the filter slot.A layer of fluff might have accumulated clogging up the lint filter pores. >>> Wash the filter with warm water.The condenser might be blocked. >>> Wash the condenser.

Water drips from the loading door.

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

Loading door opens by itself.

Loading door might not be closed completely. >>> Push the loading door until the closing sound is heard.

Water tank warning symbol / led is on/flushing.

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

Steam symbol is flashing.(For the products with a steam function)

Steam tank may be empty => Fill the steam tank with distilled or condensed water.

Steam programs do not start (For the products with a steam function)

Steam tank may be empty, steam tank warning icon may light up on the screen => Fill the steam tank until the steam icon goes off.

Wrinkles are not removed with wrinkle removing program. (For the products with a steam function)

Excess amount of laundry may have been placed => Place specified amount of laundry.Steam application time may be selected in low level => Choose a program with high amount of steam.After completion of the program, the laundry may have stayed in the machine for a long time => Take the laundry out as soon as the program finishes, and hang it out.

Laundry odour not lessened with the odour removal program.(For the products with an odour removal program)

Excess amount of laundry may have been placed => Place specified amount of laundry.Steam application time may be selected in low level => Choose a program with high amount of steam.

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		SMEG
Model name		DHT73LIT / 7188288380
Rated capacity (kg)		7.0
Type of Tumble Dryer	Air Vented	-
	Condenser	●
Energy efficiency class (1)		A+++
Annual Energy Consumption (kWh) (2)		157,6
Type of Control	Automatic	●
	Non-automatic	-
Energy consumption of the standard cotton programme at full load (kWh)		1,25
Energy consumption of the standard cotton programme at partial load (kWh)		0,74
Power consumption of the off-mode for the standart cotton programme at full load, P0(W)		0,50
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)		155
Programme time of the standard cotton programme at partial load, Tdry1/2(min)		97
Weighted programme time of the standard cotton programme at full and partial load (Tt)		122
Condensation efficiency class (4)		A
Average condensation efficiency of the standard cotton programme at full load, Cdry		91%
Average condensation efficiency of the standard cotton programme at partial load, Cdry1/2		91%
Weighted condensation efficiency of the standard cotton programme at full load and partial load, Ct		91%
Sound power level for the standard cotton programme at full load (5)		64
Built-in		-

(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 (least efficient) to A (most efficient)
(5) Weighted average value L_WA expressed in dB(A) re 1 pW

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