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10 totalWhat should I do if the dryer is not starting?
Check that the plug is firmly in the socket and the power is turned on. Ensure the door is closed securely, triggering the safety switch button. If issues persist, you might need to reset the fuse or contact service as improper installation can cause malfunctions. (Page 10)
How do I clean the lint filter?
Clean the lint filter after every load by removing it, cleaning thoroughly and ensuring it clicks back in place when replacing. Do not operate without a properly installed lint filter to prevent overheating or other hazards. (Page 8)
What are the common causes of clothes still being wet after drying?
The selected drying time may be insufficient, try selecting a longer setting especially when room temperature is below 10 ºC. Overloading or clogged lint filters can also affect drying efficiency; ensure proper loading and regular filter cleaning (Page 8).
How do I set the drying program for mixed loads of cotton and synthetic fabrics?
For mixed loads of cotton and synthetics, select programs such as Iron Mixed Dry (half load) or Extra Cottons. These settings are designed to dry tougher fabrics without overheating delicate ones. Ensure not overloading the dryer to maintain even heat distribution across mixed loads.
What is the difference between Timer Program and Cupboard Program?
The Timer program allows you to select custom drying times up to 150 minutes, useful for precise control over different fabric types. The Cupboard program runs cooler for lower heat items but may require a longer setting for thorough drying.
Can I tumble dry rubber-backed items?
Do not use the dryer for articles made from or containing foam rubber, latex foam, foam padding or materials similar to these. These can cause spontaneous combustion and pose a significant fire risk (Page 3).
Full Manual
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User ManualTumble Dryer
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Thank you for purchasing an Electrolux appliance. You’ve chosen a product that brings with it decades of professional experience and innovation. Ingenious and stylish, it has been designed with you in mind. So whenever you use it, you can be safe in the knowledge that you’ll get great results every time. Welcome to Electrolux.
Important Information that may impact your Manufacturer’s Warranty Adherence to the directions for use in this manual is extremely important for health and safety. Failure to strictly adhere to the requirements in this manual may result in personal injury, property damage and affect your ability to make a claim under the Electrolux manufacturer’s warranty provided with your product. Products must be used, installed and operated in accordance with this manual. You may not be able to claim on the Electrolux manufacturer’s warranty in the event that your product fault is due to failure to adhere to this manual.
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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE
We recommend the use of original spare parts.When contacting Service, ensure that you have the following data available. The information can be found on the rating plate. Model, PNC, Serial Number.
Warning / Caution-Safety information. General information and tips Environmental information.
Subject to change without notice.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1. 1.1 Dryer Safety 1.2 Fire Hazards
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Some fabrics are not suitable for tumble drying. The following MUST NOT be placed in your dryer due to the risk of a fire or an explosion :
Failure to follow these safety instructions could damage the dryer or your clothes You may then not be covered by warranty for this damage. Only plug this appliance directly into an AC power supply, which is properly earthed and has the correct voltage.
Items that have been spotted or soaked with vegetable oil, cooking oil, suntan oil, linseed oil, salad oil, lubrication oil or grease. Oil affected items can ignite spontaneously, especially when exposed to heat sources such as in a tumble dryer.The items becomce warm, causing as oxidation reaction in the oil. Oxidationcreates heat. If heat cannot escape, the items can become hot enough to ignite. Pilling, stackingl or storing oil-affected items can prevent heat from escaping and create a fire hazard.If it is unavoidable that fabrics that contain vegetable or cooking oil, or have been contaminated by hair care products be placed in a tumble dryer, they should first be washed is hot water with extra detergent - this will reduce, but not eliminate the hazard. The final part of tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat (Cooling cycle) to ensure that the items are left at the temperature that ensures that the items will not be damage.
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See the serial number sticker located on the bottom of the door opening for voltage information.
CAUTION : if this appliance is supplied form a cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device, the cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device must be positioned or that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of moisture. For Safety reasons we strongly advise against the use of double adaptor, extension cords or power boards.
Item that have previously been cleaned in, washed in, or spotted with petrol/gasoline, industrial chemicals used only for cleaning, dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances are highly flammable. Highly flammable or explosive commonly found aroundthe house include acetone, (nail polish remover) denatured alcohol, petrol/gasoline, kerosene,some spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers should not be put in the dryer.Items containing foam rubber (also known as latex foam) or similarly textured rubber-like materials.Foam rubber materials can produce fire by spontaneous combustion when heated.
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.
IMPORTANT:
If the electrical cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the Manufacturer, Authorised Service Agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Rubber-backed articles, clothes fitted with foam rubber pads, pillows, rubber boots and rubber-coated sports shoes.
These dryers are for drying clothes, towels and linen at home. Do not use them for any other purpose.
Lint must not be allowed to accumulate around the tumble dryer. Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.
For your safety, and to reduce the risk of fire or an explosion, DO NOT store or use petrol or other inflammable vapours and liquids near your dryer.
WARNING:
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.
########## 1.3 Cleaning The Lint Filter 1.4 Drying Guide LINT BUILD-UP IS A FIRE HAZARD
Your load, when dry must not exceed the rated capacity
A clean lint filter reduces drying times, saves energy and avoids overheating. Overheating may also damage your clothes.
(See page 9 for a table of average weights of laundry items)
What happens If I forget to clean the lint filter?
Always check your labels for the drying symbolwhich this international Care Labelling Code now uses.
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You must clean this lint filter after every load.
Ensure the lint filter “Clicks” when replacing.
Note : Lint filter can only be inserted one way
Never operate your dryer without the lint filter. Do not allow lint to build around your dryer. A torn or damaged lint filter must be replaced immediately. Overloading can increase lint build-up because the airflow is reduced.
Permanent press and synthetics - take out as soon as the dryer stops to reduce wrinkles.
Woollen articles - not recommended. Pull themto their original shape, then dry them flat. Woven and loop knit materials - may shrink, by varying amount, depending on their quality. Do not use the “Extra” setting for these fabrics, Always stretch them out immediately after drying. Fibre or leather materials - always check the manufacturer’s instructions. Baby clothes and night gowns - acrylic clothing or sleepwear use only on the “Iron” setting. Rubber and plastics - Do not dry any items made from or containing rubber or plastics, such as aprons, bibs, babies’ water proof napkins, curtains, tablecloths, shower caps, clothes fitted with foam rubber pads, pillows, galoshes, or rubber coated tennis shoes. Fibreglass - not recommended, glass particles left in the dryer could be picked up by your clothes the next time you use the dryer and irritate your skin.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS2.
on top of a front load washing machine using a stacking kit available as an optional extra (not available for all washing machine models).
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Door Handle
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Exhaust Grille
Removable Exhaust Grille
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3. USE
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########### 1 PROGRAM SELECTOR KNOB
Turn the Program Selector knob to choose a drying program. The table “Program Guide” shown on page 7 will help you in selecting the right program.
NOTES : The Program Selector knob is not a timer. Once you select a drying program, the Program Selector knob will stay at that position for the whole drying cycle.
3 START/PAUSE BUTTON
This button allows you to start or pause the dryer to check the contents or perhaps add more clothes.
NOTES : The dryer will not start unless the door is closed. (If door is not closed you will hear 6 beeps followed by DRY LED blinking 4 times.)
If selector knob is turned while dryer is running or paused mid cycle 3 beeps is heard to indicate operation is not allowed. Cycle will not continue if selector knob is not returned to original selected program.
2 INDICATORS
|STATES|STATUS INDICATOR| |---|---| |Initial Power on.
• After appliance is powered on.
• Allows user to select a drying program
|• D ry LED blinks
• E nd LED Off
| |Machine Switched Off|• A ll LED Off| |Drying Phase
• Drying cycle starts.
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Buzzer will sound after main drying and cooling phases ends, at the start of anticrease. Anticrease in progress|Drying & Cooling
• D ry LED On
• E nd LED Off Anticrease
• D ry LED Off
• End LED blinks
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• Drying cycle paused
•Cannot change drying program
|• Dry LED blinks End LED Off| |End State
• Drying cycle and Anticrease completed|• Dry LED Off
• End LED Off
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Alarm/ Error|• Dry LED blinks
• End LED blinks
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####### Enable/Disable Buzzer
To Enable/Disable the Buzzer select “Airing 60” then press and hold Start/ Pause button for 3 seconds (buzzer is enabled by default).
Press and hold
“Start/Pause” 3 Seconds
Select program “Airing 60”
Program Guide
Program Load Size info Texile type info
Cotton Towel, Jeans For thick fabrics Full
Extra Cottons Dry Full
Bath towels, Cotton underwear. For fabric that do not need to be ironed Iron Cottons Dry Full
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Cotton Polo shirt, Cotton T-Shirt For fabric that do need ironed Extra Mixed Dry Half
Load your dryer loosely until it is no more than TWO THIRD FULL. Clothes must tumble freely in a dryer. Don’t cram them in. Wet clothesfluff up when dry. Overloading will :
Mixed load consisting of cotton and synthetic. For thick fabrics. Cupboard Mixed Dry Half
Mixed load consisting of cotton and synthetic. For fabrics that do need to be ironed Iron Mixed Dry Half
Mixed load consisting of cotton and synthetic. For fabrics that do need to be ironed
Cotton fabric.
Reduce efficiency Increase drying time Increases the risk of creasing
This setting does not heat. ONLY circulate the air in the dryer to shake out dust and refresh Clothes 30 minute. This setting does not heat. ONLY circulate the air in the dryer to shake out dust and refresh Clothes 60 minute. This setting does not heat. ONLY circulate the air in the dryer to shake out dust and refresh Clothes 90 minute.
Airing 30 1-1.5kg
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Airing 90 4.0 kg
Cotton fabric
Time dry 30 1-1.5 kg
For user selectable 30 minutes drying times. Time dry 60 3.0 kg
Do not load clothes or other articles which are dripping wet or have sand and grit on them into your dryer.
Cotton fabric
For user selectable 60 minutes drying times. Time dry 90 4.0 kg
Cotton fabric For user selectable 90 minutes drying times. Time dry 120 5.0 kg
Cotton fabric
For user selectable 120minutes drying times. Time dry 150 6.0 kg
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Cotton fabric For user selectable 150 minutes drying times.
The dryer will not operate unless the door is completely close.
For best results we recommend to sort out your laundry
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Turn the Program Selector knob to choose the drying program you want.
WARNING: 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.
########## Reversing Action
The drum is designed to rotate in both direction, clockwise and anti-clockwise. This reduces tangling and gives more even drying is a shorter time.
Checking the Load
To check the dryness or add clothes during the cycle, simply open the door. The dryer will beep several times indicating the door is open. If further drying is required, close the door and then press the Start/Pause button to continue.
For the best drying performance, only add or remove clothes at the begining of the drying cycle.
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Turn the Program Selector knob to “OFF” When you have finished using the dryer to turn off the power, then switch off at the power point. It is recommended to power off the appliance when not in use.
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Clean Lint Filter After every load clean the lint filter to reduce drying time and avoid overheating.
4 . Hints
Never tumble dry the following : Delicate items such as net curtains, woollen, silk, fabric with metal trim, nylon tights, bulky metarials such as anoraks, blankets, eiderdown, sleeping bags, feather quilts and any item containing rubber foam or materials similar to foam rubber.
Close all press studs, hooks, eyes and zips that may catch on something else. Tie all belts and aporn string to prevent tangling.
Drying time will depend on fabric type and construction, load size and wetness. Save time and money and always spin the load as dry as possible your washing machine.
Do not place in your dryer undergarments such as bras and corsets that contain metal reinforcements.Your dryer may be damaged if metal part were to come loose fro the garment. Place such items in a bag designed for this purpose.
Always clean the lint filter-this will reduce drying time and save you money.
The laundry must be thoroughly spun before tumble drying.
Check and empty pockets. Clip, pens, nails and pins can damage bth the dryer and your clothes. Other item such as matches or cigarette lighters will cause a fire.
Easy-care items eg shirt, should be briefly pre-spun before drying (depending on tnis crease resistance approximately 30 seconds).
To avoid static charge when drying is completed, use either a fabric softener when you are washing the laundry or a fabric conditioner specifically for tumble dryers.
Remove the laundry when the dryer has finished drying.
Do not over-dry laundry, this avoids creasing and saves energy.
Clothes or towels containing sand or grit should be washed first.
Due to variations in dryer load fabric texture and thickness it is possible that not all items will be dried evenly. It you experience uneven dryness on Cupboard program please use either Extra Dry or Timer Program but be mindful of the type of fabric being dried to avoid overdrying certain types of fabric. Always follow drying instructions attached to the items intended to be dried in a clothes dryer.
Drying time will also be effected by voltage fluctuations,room temperature and humidity. Clothes will dry more slowly on a cool or humid day.
For best results, sort the load according to fabric. Such as heavy items which may take longer to dry, eg. towels, flannelette sheets, etc. than ones which dry quickly, eg. poly/cotton shirts and and sheets.
Avoid drying dark clothes with light coloured items such as towels as lint will show on the dark clothes.
Note : Some fabrics will collect lint from other clothes and items. Separate the lint “gives” and the lint “collectors” to minimise this problem.
Clothes that give lint include towels, nappies, chenille. Clothes that collect lint include corduroy, synthetics and permanent press garments.
If individule items are still damp after drying, set a 30 minutes post drying time. This wil be necessary particularly for multilayered items (eg. collars, pockets, etc).
To help you, here is a list of the average weights of some common laundry items.
TROUBLESHOOTING & ACCESSORIES5.
Important5.1 Troubleshooting
Check the points listed here before you call for help, and make sure that you have followed the Important safety Instructions on pages 3 and 4.
To operate efficiently the clothes dryer must have an unrestricted air supply and exhoust ventilation.
Service calls resulting from installation where ventilation is restricted are not covered by warranty.
|Problem|Possible causes| |---|---| |The dryer will not start:|Plug is not firmly in socket, or power not turned on.
You have blown a fuse. Check the power point with another appliance.
You have not closed the dryer door or pushed in the door safety switch button.
| |Your clothes are still wet:|The selected drying time was insufficient. Select a longer time setting.
Longer time may be needed when the room temperature is 10 ºC or less.
Check that the lint filter is not blocked.
Check to see that you have read all the instructions carefully.
Contact the Service Center if you are still having problems. Write down the model and serial numbers and the date of purchase before you ring. The Service Center will need this information.
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THE COST OF THIS TYPE OF CALL WILL BE CHARGED TO THE CUSTOMER
Should you require further instructions in the use and care of your clothes dryer please contact the CUSTOMER CENTER on the phone number listed below:
If you have a warranty or spare parts enquiry you should call the number listed on page 11.
Possible Failures Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please check possible cause of malfunction and solution listed below. Once the problem has been eliminated, press the Start/Pause button to restart the program. If after all checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Centre.
5.2 Accessories
You can buy venting kits (as mentioned on page 5) from your local appliance shop or Electrolux Home Products Pty.Ltd. Parts Distributor.
WARNING! Deactivate the appliance
before you do the checks.Alarm Code Indicator: The appliance door is open or not closed correctly. Please check the door! The main supply is unstable. Wait until the main supply is stable.
Dry LED blinks 4 times End LED off
Dry LED blinks 11 times End LED off
Communication error between electronic boards of the appliance. Switch off and switch on again.
Dry LED blinks 9 times and then off End LED blinks 1 time
Warranty
FOR SALES IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND APPLIANCE: SIMPSON DRYER
This document sets out the terms and conditions of the product warranties for Simpson Appliances. It is an important document. Please keep it with your proof of purchase documents in a safe place for future reference should there be a manufacturing defect in your Appliance. This warranty is in addition to other rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law.
for a valid warranty claim is repair or replacement. Electrolux or its ASC may use refurbished parts to repair your Appliance. You agree that any replaced Appliances or parts become the property of Electrolux.
(c)cosmetic damage which does not the operation of the Appliance;
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(d) damage to the Appliance caused by:
In addition, Electrolux is not liable under this warranty if:
Important Notice Before calling for service, please ensure that the steps listed in clause 8 above have been followed.
|FOR SERVICE or to the address of your nearest authorised service centre in Australia PLEASE CALL 13 13 49 For the cost of a local call (Australia only)
|AUSTRALIA ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS 163 O’Riordan Street, Mascot NSW 2020 electrolux.com.au|FOR SPARE PARTS or to the address of your nearest spare parts centre in Australia PLEASE CALL 13 13 50 For the cost of a local call (Australia only)
| |---|---|---| |FOR SERVICE or to the address of your nearest authorised service centre in New Zealand PLEASE CALL 0800 10 66 10 (New Zealand only)
|NEW ZEALAND ELECTROLUX (NZ) Limited 3-5 Niall Burgess Road, Mount Wellington electrolux.co.nz|FOR SPARE PARTS or to the address of your nearest spare parts centre in New Zealand PLEASE CALL 0800 10 66 20 (New Zealand only)
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