GVC D813BS - Dryer CANDY - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GVC D813BS CANDY

Dutch 1840 EN3 ●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. ● WARNING Misuse of a tumble dryer may create a fire hazard. ● This appliances is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: - Staff kitchen areas in shops , offices and other working environments; - Farm houses - By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; - Bed and breakfast type environments" A different use of this appliance from household environment or from typical housekeeping functions,as commercial use by expert or trained users, is excluded even in the above applications. If the appliance is used in a manner inconsistent with this it may reduce the life of the appliance and may void the manufacturer’s warranty. Any damage to the appliance or other damage or loss arising through use that is not consistent with domestic or household use ( even if located in a domestic or household environment) shall not be accepted by the manufacturer to the fullest extent permitted by law.'› ●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. Use

• 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. The Laundry• 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.

• Installing the rear of the appliance close to a wall or vertical surface.

• There should be a gap of at least 12 mm between the machine and any obstrubtions.The inlet and outlet should be kept clear of obstruction.To ensure adequate ventilation the space between the bottom of the machine and the floor must not be obstructed.

• Check regularly that the air flowing through the dryer is not restricted.

• Check frequently the fluff filter after use, and clean, if necessary.

• 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.

• In cases where the dryer is installed on top of a washing machine, a suitable stacking kit must be used according to the follow configuration. -Stacking kit Mod 35100019: for minimum washing machine depth 49 cm -Stacking kit Mod 35900120: for minimum washing machine depth 51 cm The stacking kit shall be one of that above, obtainable from our spare service. The stacking kit shall be one of that above, obtainable from our spare service. The instructions for installation and any fixing attachments, are provided with the staking kit. Ventilation 0 EN6 Do not install the product in a low temperature room or in a room where there is a risk of frost occurring. At temperature around freezing point the product may not be able to operate properly: there is a risk of damage if the water is allowed to freeze in the hydraulic circuit (valves, hoses, pumps). For a better product performance the ambient room temperature must be between +2°C and +35°C. Please note that operating in cold condition (between +2 and +15°C) might simply some water condensation and water drops on floor.DRAIN HOSE : FITTING INSTRUCTIONS 0 EN8 WARNING! Switch off and remove the tumble dryer plug from the electricity supply before carrying out any work. Fit the Hose as Follows: 1.Tilt the machine backwards.

pipe is situated at the left -hand side of the machine (see the picture). A grey hose connects to the bridge at the left hand side of the machine. Using pliers, remove the pipe retaining clip from the bridge.

3. Pull the hose off the

hose from the kit, (using the connector a n d p i p e c l i p s supplied), to the hose removed from the bridge connection.

supplied by the kit to close the remaing hose.

6. Once the machine is

in place the feet should be adjusted to ensure that the new hose does not kink when pushing the tumble dryer into position.

drain hose to the waste Water pipe.

m a in s e l e c t r i c i t y supply. To avoid emptying the water container after each drying cycle, the water can be discharged directly to a waste water drain pipe (the same drainage system as household sinks). Water Bye-Laws prohibit connection to a surface water drain. The waste water drain pipe should be located adjacent to the tumble dryer. The kit consists of:1 hose and 1 tap.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. 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. IMPORTANT: Do not dry articles which have been treated with a dry cleaning fluid or rubber clothes (danger of fire or explosion). During the last 15 minutes the load is always tumbled in cool air. Do Not Tumble Dry: 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. Do not overload the drum, large items when wet can exceed the maximum admissible clothes load (for example: sleeping bags, duvets). 10 Kg 9 Kg 8 Kg 7 Kg 6 Kg 4 Kg 4 Kg 4 Kg 3,5 Kg 3 KgMax. Max. Maximum Drying WeightCottonsSynthetics 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 Delicates button to select low drying temperature. 0 EN9

PREPARING THE LOADCONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Control Panel and Indicator Lights Start/PauseButtonFilter CareIndicatorProgrammeDisplayProgrammeSelectorTime Selection ButtonAcrylic Synthetic ButtonAnti-Crease ButtonDelay Start Button Memo Button – Allows user to record the programme by pressing simultaneously the Anti- Crease and the Acrylic Synthetic buttons for 3 seconds, after 2 minutes duration of the chosen programme/option. 10 EN 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 issues by the manufacturer of this machine. M1524. In UK, Eire, Hong Kong and India the Woolmark trade mark is a Certification trade mark.

SELECTING THE PROGRAMME

The Candy Sensor Dry machine gives many options for drying the laundry to suit all circumstances. The table on the next page lists the programmes and the function of each programme. Note: The sensor may not detect a small load of small articles. For small loads and separate items or pre- dried fabrics with low moisture content, use the timed programmes. If the sensor does not detect the item the dryer will only operate for 10 minutes before going into cooldown. If the load is too large or too wet to tumble dry the dryer will automatically go into cooldown after approximately 3 hours. In these cases we advise to use a time cycles between 30 and 75minutes depending on the load size and dryness required, and select high or low heat depending upon the fabric type.11 EN PROGRAMME Wool Mix & Dry Rapid 40 Min. Shirts Time Jeans Anti Crease Iron Dry Perfect Home Store Dry Hang Dry IDEAL FOR Leave clothes slightly damp to allow easier ironing. Time: around 1h and 50 min. Clothes you don’t need to iron, but just hang after the drying cycle. Time: around 2h and 30 min. Clothes you want to fold and store without ironing, e.g. shirts in mixed fabrics, socks, baby clothes. Time: around 2h and 45 min. Clothes you want completely dryed, e.g. towels, bathrobes, table clothes or sheet. Time: around 3h. To dry mixed cotton and synthetic clothes: save time and no need to separate the washing and dry them in different cycles. Time: around 2h (max 4 kg). To dry shirts both cotton and synthetic fabrics. Time: 1h for 2kg of synthetic shirts (around 10 shirts); 1h and 20 min for 3 kg of cotton shirts (around 10 shirts). If you want to choose drying times, from 30 to 180 minutes. By selecting “20 min” you choose a “cool programme”, ideal to refresh clothes and to remove eventual smells. To dry up to 4 kg of Jeans (around 5 pairs). The programme works for around 2h, but timing can change according to the load and washing spin speed. Jeans programme can only be used for 100% cotton items, please do not mix colours nor dry jeans with embroideries or accessories. Clothes you just need to refresh. Good for items of clothing which have been left prior to ironing or if they have been dried outside or on radiators. This programme has a specific Anti-Crease function that relaxes fibres and makes easier ironing. Time: 9 min + 3 min cool down. For dry, refreshed and ready to dress clothes in onyl 40 minutes. Sensor system keeps under control the temperature to have always the best result. Max 2 kg. Woolen clothes: the program can be used to dry up to 1 kg of laundy (around 3 jumpers). It is recommended to reverse all clothes before drying. The cycle average time is around 70 min: timing can change due to dimensions and thickness of laod and to spinning chosen during washing. At the end of the cycle, clothes are ready to be worn, but if they are more heavy, edges can be a bit wet: it is suggested to dry them naturally. It is recommended to unload clothes at the very end of the cycle. Attention: felting process of wool is irreversible; please dry exclusively clothes with symbol (symbol "ok tumble"); this program is not indicated for acrylic clothes. PROGRAMME Perfect Home Store Dry Hang Dry Iron Dry Rapid 40 Min. Mix & Dry Shirts Time Memo Anti Crease DESCRIPTION Memo Program allows to re-perform a program that the user has saved before, without selecting the correct sequence of program selector positions and option buttons for that particular program. The Rapid 40 programme allows a drying cycle to be completed quickly. This is an ideal programme for having dry, refreshed and ready-to-wear clothes in less than 40'. This special programme constantly monitors the temperature in the drum. The maximum load is 2 kg and the programme is suitable for all types of fabrics where tumble drying is appropriate.

Woolen clothes: the program can be used to dry up to 1 kg of laundy (around 3 jumpers). It is recommended to reverse all clothes before drying. Timing can change due to dimensions and thickness of load and to spinning chosen during washing. At the end of the cycle, clothes are ready to be worn, but if they are more heavy, edges can be a bit wet: it is suggested to dry them naturally. It is recommended to unload clothes at the very end of the cycle. Attention: felting process of wool is irreversible; please dry exclusively clothes with symbol (symbol "ok tumble"); this program is not indicated for acrylic clothes. WoolDOOR and FILTER 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 Care Indicator DO NOT USE WATER TO CLEAN THE FILTER. IMPORTANT: To maintain the efficiency of the dryer check that the fluff filter is clean before each drying cycle. 1 . P u l l t h e f i l t e r upwards.

2. Open filter as shown.

3. Gently remove lint

using a soft brush or your fingertips. 4 . S n a p t h e f i l t e r together and push back into place. Lights when the filter needs cleaning. If the laundry is not drying check that the filter is not clogged. Filter 12 EN WARNING! If you open the door mid cycle, before the cool-down cycle has completed,the handle may be hot. Please use extreme caution when attempting to empty the water reservoir during the cycle. To restart the dryer, close the door and press Start / Pause button. Pull on handle to open the door. WATER CONTAINER The water removed from the laundry during the drying cycle is collected in a container inside the door of the dryer. When the container is full the indicator on the control panel will light, and the container MUST be emptied. However, we recommend that the container is emptied after each drying cycle. NOTE: Very little water will collect during the first few cycles of a new machine as an internal reservoir is filled first.

1. Gently pull out the

w a t e r c o n t a i n e r holding the handle. When it is full the water container will weigh about 6 kg.

2. Ti lt t he wa ter

container to empty the water out through the spout. When empty, replace the water container back as shown; first insert the base of the container into position as shown then gentle push the top into position.

restart the cycle. NOTE: If you have the option of drainage near to the dryer you can use the discharge kit to provide a permanent drainage for the water c o l l e c t e d i n t h e container of the dryer. This means that you don't have to empty the water container. To Remove the Container

WARNING! If you open the door mid cycle, before the cool-down cycle has completed,the handle may be hot. Please use extreme caution when attempting to empty the water reservoir during the cycle.13 EN Important: Always switch off and remove the plug from the electricity supply before cleaning the condenser. To maintain the efficiency of the dryer regularly check that the condenser is clean. OPERATION

1. Open the door and load the drum with

laundry. Ensure that garments do not hinder closure of the door.

2. Gently close the door pushing it slowly until

you hear the door 'click' shut.

3. Turn the Programme Selector dial to select

the required drying programme (see Programme Guide).

4. If drying synthetics, acrylics or delicate

items, press the button to reduce the heat level. The indicator will light up when the machine is in low heat setting. To deselect in the first few minutes of the programme, press the button , after this time reset the machine to change the setting.

5. Press the button. The dryer will start

automatically and the indicator above the button will be continuously lit.

6. If the door is opened during the programme

to check the laundry, it is necessary to press to recommence drying after the door has been closed.

7. When the cycle is nearing completion the

machine will enter the cool down phase, the clothes will be tumbled in cool air allowing the load to cool down.

8. Following the completion of the cycle the

drum will rotate intermittently to minimize creasing. This will continue until the machine is switched OFF or the door is opened. Do not open the door during the automatic programs in order to obtain a proper drying. To Remove the Condenser 1.Remove the kickplate.

2. Turn the two locking levers

anti-clockwise and pull out the condenser. 3.Pull out the condenser unit.

4. Gently remove any dust or

fluff with a cloth, then wash the unit by holding it under a running tap turning it so that water flows between the plates, to remove any dust or fluff. 5.Check the gasket position after cleaning.Fit the gasket in to the groove if it is misaligned. 6.Refit the condenser ensuring it is in the correct way (as indicated by the arrow) and pushed firmly into place. Lock the two levers by turning them clockwise.Be sure that condenser unit fixed to the basement tightly.

7. Refit the kickplate.

CONDENSERIMPORTANT Always switch off and remove the plug from the electricity supply before cleaning this appliance. Cleaning the Dryer ●Clean the filter and empty the water container after every drying cycle. ●Regularly clean the condenser. ●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 clean the inner door and gasket with a damp cloth after every drying cycle. WARNING! The Drum, door and load may be very hot.

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