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USER MANUAL DKC 6215 FRIAC

Safety reminders User’s manual. This machine should only be used for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Ensure that it is fully understood before operating. Installation. Never install the dryer against curtains and be sure to prevent items from falling behind or collecting beneath the dryer. If the floor is carpeted stand the machine on a piece of hardboard. Ventilation. Check regularly that the air flowing through the dryer is not restricted: Check the fluff filter after use, and clean, if necessary. The inlets and outlets should be kept free from obstructions. If the dryer is used frequently the period between checks should be reduced accordingly. Water container. Empty the container after every drying cycle. Use both hands when carrying a full water container. Dryness. 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. Foam plastic, foam rubber and rubber-like material are not suitable for tumble drying. Articles made from these materials MUST NOT be placed in the dryer. Glass fibre curtains should never be put in this machine. Skin irritation may occur if other garments are contaminated with the glass fibres. Garments treated with flammable cleaning sprays or liquids such as petrol, must not be put in this machine. Lint or fluff must not be allowed to collect on the floor around the outside or beneath the machine. Cool down period. The drum inside may be very hot. Always allow the dryer to complete the cool down period before removing the laundry. Faults. Do not continue to use this machine if it appears to be faulty. After use. Remove the plug from the electricity supply. Always remove the plug before cleaning the appliance. Supply cord. If the supply cord on this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord which is only available from an authorised service engineer or an authorised Dealer. 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 service engineer. 40001577EN.qxd 17/06/2004 12:26 Page 1Safety reminders 1 Electrical requirements 2 Installation requirements 3 Preparing the load 3 Clothes preparation 3 Maximum drying weight 3 Sorting the load 3-4 Do not tumble dry 4 Energy saving 4 Opening the door 4 Filter 4 Water container 5 Condenser 5 Drying guide 6 Controls & indicators 7 Operation 8 Cleaning the dryer 9 Technical specification 9 Trouble shooting 10 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. IMPORTANT: This dryer must only be used for drying household textiles and garments where a water solution has been used for the cleaning process. DO NOT tumble dry fabrics treated with dry cleaning fluids. Electrical requirements This appliance is fitted with a moulded-on non-rewireable plug. The plug should be accessible for disconnection after the appliance has been installed. IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue - NEUTRAL Brown - LIVE Green-and-yellow - EARTH If the supply cord on this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord which is only available from an authorised service engineer or an authorised dealer.

This appliance must be operated in accordance with the instructions given in this manual. It is for domestic use only in drying household textiles and garments where a water solution has been used in the cleaning process. It MUST NOT be used with dry cleaning fluids. For your safety, this dryer must be correctly installed. If there is any doubt about installation, call an authorised service engineer for advice. WARNING!

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE

EARTHED. 40001577EN.qxd 17/06/2004 12:26 Page 2ENGLISH Installation requirements IMPORTANT: This dryer must be installed such that the air inlets and outlets are not restricted (fig. 1). 1 – Supply cord 2 – Air inlets 3 – Air outlets There should be a gap of at least 12 mm (0.5 inches) between the sides rear and base of the machine and the surrounding walls, cabinets and floor. To ensure adequate ventilation the space between the bottom of the machine and the floor must not be obstructed. NEVER install the dryer up against curtains. Prevent items from falling or collecting behind and beneath the dryer as these may obstruct the air inlets and outlets. Preparing the load Before using the dryer for the first time wipe the inside of the drum and door with a damp cloth. 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. Clothes preparation 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, particularly when drying large items, otherwise, the laundry may stick to the drum and not dry evenly. Maximum drying weight ● Cottons Max. 6 kg ● Synthetics Max. 3 kg Sort the load as follows: A) By care symbols 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. B) By amount and thickness Whenever the load is bigger than the dryer capacity, separate clothes according to thickness (e.g. towels from thin underwear).

40001577EN.qxd 17/06/2004 12:26 Page 3C) 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. D) By drying level ● Sort into: iron dry, cupboard dry, etc. ● For delicate articles press the ‘HEAT SETTING’ ( ) button to select low drying temperature. ● For airing or drying very delicate articles select the airing option on the dial ( ). 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. IMPORTANT: Do not dry articles which have been treated with a dry cleaning fluid or rubber clothes (danger of fire or explosion). 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. NEVER exceed the maximum weight, this will waste time and electricity. ALWAYS check that the filter is clean before every drying cycle as this aids efficiency. NEVER put dripping wet items into the tumble dryer, this may damage the appliance and waste time and efficiency. Opening the door Press button to open door (fig. 2). The door may also be opened by pushing on it (fig. 3). This is a safety feature to prevent entrapment of minors in the drum. To restart the dryer, close the door and press the ‘ON’ button ( ). 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 (fig. 4).

2. Open filter as shown (fig. 5).

3. Gently remove lint using a soft brush

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.

MAY BE VERY HOT. 40001577EN.qxd 17/06/2004 12:26 Page 4ENGLISH Water Container The water removed from the laundry during the drying cycle is collected in a container positioned behind the control panel on the left-hand side of the machine. When the container is full the ‘EMPTY WATER’ indicator ( ) on the control panel will light and the container MUST be emptied. We recommend that the container be emptied after each drying cycle. To empty the water container:

1. ENSURE THE MACHINE IS

SWITCHED OFF. Gently pull the bottom of the kickplate so that it unclips from the dryer. The top section can then be unhinged allowing the kickplate to be completely removed (fig. 6).

2. Pull firmly on the handgrip and slide

the water container out of the dryer (fig. 7). Support the container with both hands. When full, the water container will weigh about 4 kg (fig. 8).

3. Open the lid located on the top of the

container and empty the water (fig. 9).

4. Refit the lid and slide the water

container back into position. PUSH FIRMLY IN PLACE. Condenser 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. To remove the condenser:

1. Remove the kickplate (fig. 6).

2. Turn the two locking levers anti-

4. Gently remove any dust or fluff with a

cloth, then wash the unit by holding it under a running tap (fig. 12) turning it so that water flows between the plates, to remove any dust or fluff.

5. Refit the condenser ensuring it is

pushed firmly into place. Lock the two levers by turning them clockwise.

6. Refit the kickplate.

40001577EN.qxd 17/06/2004 12:26 Page 56 ENGLISH Drying guide The table shows approximate drying times, depending on the type of fabric and dampness of the clothes. REMEMBER: During the last 10 minutes the load is always tumbled in cool air. For delicate fabrics select the “LOW HEAT SETTING” button for all Drying Programmes. This reduces the drying temperature to protect your garments. HEAT SETTING HEAVY LOAD MEDIUM LOAD LIGHT LOAD COTTON HIGH 120-135 Min 70-80 Min 50-65 Min SYNTHETICS LOW 70-85 Min 55-65 Min 40-55 Min ACRYLIC LOW 50-65 Min 40-50 Min 30-40 Min PRE-IRON PROGRAMME: RELAXES CREASES – EASIER TO IRON 40001577EN.qxd 17/06/2004 12:26 Page 6ENGLISH Control panel and indicator lights (fig. 13) ‘ON’ button and indicator ( ) – press to start the drying programme, the indicator will light. ‘HEAT SETTING’ button ( ) – press to reduce the heat level for delicate items, press again to select high temperature. ‘DRYING TIME’ dial – selects drying time or pre-ironing option. ‘FILTER CARE’ indicator ( ) – lights when filter needs cleaning. ‘EMPTY WATER’ indicator ( ) – lights when water container is full.

1. Open the door and load the drum with

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

2. If drying delicate items press the

‘HEAT SETTING’ button to reduce the heat level. Press again on completion, to select high temperature.

3. Turn ‘DRYING TIME’ dial until the

required drying time aligns with the symbol ●. The Pre-ironing setting shown by the symbol on the ‘DRYING TIME’ dial provides a conditioning and anti- crease function. The dryer will heat the load for 9 minutes followed by a 3 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. The PRE-IRONING process relaxes the creases in the fabric making ironing quicker and easier.

4. Gently close the door pushing it slowly

until you hear the door ‘click’ shut.

5. Press the ‘ON’ button. The indicator

will light and the drying cycle begins.

6. The load is dried by tumbling in

thermostatically controlled warm air. Cool air is used for the last 10 minutes to reduce creasing and cool the load ready for handling.

7. When the program is fully completed

the drum will stop rotating and the dial will point to the symbol ●. Open the door and remove the load.

8. Clean the filter and empty the water

container after every drying cycle to ensure maximum dryer efficiency. (See ‘Filter’ and ‘Water Container’ sections.)

9. Clean the condenser after

approximately every 10 drying cycles to ensure maximum dryer efficiency. (See ‘Condenser’ section.)

MAY BE VERY HOT. HIGH Heat setting LOW Heat setting 40001577EN.qxd 17/06/2004 12:26 Page 8ENGLISH Cleaning the dryer IMPORTANT: Always switch off and remove the plug from the electricity supply before cleaning this appliance. 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, periodically clean the door gasket with a ‘non-scratch cream cleaner.’ Technical specifications Drum capacity 115 litres Maximum load 6 kg Height 85 cm Width 60 cm Depth 60 cm Energy Label Band C Note: For electrical data refer to the rating label on the front of the dryer cabinet (with the door open).

40001577EN.qxd 17/06/2004 12:26 Page 9Trouble shooting Should your dryer operate incorrectly, check the following points before calling for a service engineer. Drying time is too long/clothes are not dry enough: ● Have you selected the correct drying time/programme? Go to page 6. ● Were the clothes too wet? Were the clothes thoroughly wrung or spin-dried? ● Does the filter need cleaning? Go to page 4. ● Does the condenser need cleaning? Go to page 5. ● Is the dryer overloaded? Go to page 3. ● Are the inlets, outlets and base of the dryer free from obstructions? ● Has the ‘HEAT SETTING’ button been selected from a previous cycle? Go to page 7. 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? Go to page 8. ● Is the dryer switched on, both at the mains supply and at the machine? Go to page 7. ● Has the drying time or the programme been selected? Go to page 7. ● Has the machine been switched on again after opening the door? Go to page 4. ● Has the dryer stopped operating because the water tray is full and needs emptying? Go to page 5. Filter Care Indicator on ● Does the filter need cleaning? Go to page 4. Empty Water Indicator on ● Does the water container need emptying? Go to page 5. If the supply cord on this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord which is only available from an authorised service engineer or an authorised dealer. Should there still be a problem with your dryer after completing all the recommended checks, please call an authorised service engineer 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. After Sales Service Eldistri N.V. Tel.: 0032-069-66-84-84.

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