Tumble dryer
Instructions for installation and use
G75C
For your safety
IMPORTANT
Using your Tumble Dryer is easy.
Nevertheless, for your own safety and to get the best results it is important to know your
Dryer by reading right through this handbook before using your dryer for the first time.
NEVER
NEVER
ꢀ Allow children to play with or otherwise interfere with the dryer.
ꢀ Allow the air inlet at the front of the dryer or the air outlet at the back
to be obstructed.
NEVER
NEVER
ꢀ Switch the machine off leaving a hot load in the drum.
ꢀ Tumble dry without the Filter, Water Container or Condenser in
position.
NEVER
ꢀ Exceed the maximum load capacity recommended or place
dripping wet items in the drum.
NEVER
NEVER
ꢀ Allow lint to collect around the dryer.
ꢀ Add liquid fabric conditioner to the dryer, use liquid conditioner in the
final rinse of your wash.
NEVER
ꢀ Use the dryer for commercial drying, the dryer is only suitable for
domestic use.
NEVER
NEVER
ꢀ Dry Acrylics or synthetics on the high heat setting.
ꢀ Tumble dry articles that have NOT been well washed in water and
detergent then well rinsed and spun.
NEVER ꢀ Tumble dry articles that have had chemicals used for cleaning.
NEVER
ꢀ Dry articles that are contaminated with flammable substances such
as: petrol, oil, paint, hair lacquer, creams, cooking fat or oil.
ꢀ Tumble dry: rubber, foam rubber, plastic, plastic foam, nappy pants
or liners, polythene or paper.
NEVER
Large, very bulky items including duvets and sleeping bags.
ꢀ Attempt to stand on top of your dryer, it is not designed for
such use and you could injure yourself or damage the dryer by such
abuse.
NEVER
NEVER
ꢀ Switch electricity On or Off with wet hands.
IMPORTANT
A CHILD COULD CLIMB INTO OR TAMPER WITH AN UNATTENDED
TUMBLE DRYER.
WHEN THE MACHINE IS NOT IN USE SWITCH OFF, REMOVE THE PLUG AND
CLOSE THE DOOR.
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For your safety
ALWAYS ꢀ Empty the Water Container after EACH drying cycle.
ALWAYS ꢀ Finish every programme with the cool tumble cycle provided on
the control.
ALWAYS ꢀ Clean the filter, it is essential that the filter is kept clear of fluff
after EACH drying cycle.
ALWAYS ꢀ Ensure Condenser is free of fluff, regular cleaning is recommended.
ALWAYS ꢀ When the dryer is not in use, switch off, remove plug and close the
door.
ALWAYS ꢀ Comply with the specified electrical requirements.
ALWAYS ꢀ Ensure that your dryer is installed correctly and has adequate
ventilation. (see, "Where to put your dryer.")
ALWAYS ꢀ Observe the rules for drying garments:
In particular woollen articles should not be dried in a
tumble dryer unless they are labelled ‘Superwash’,
‘Machine washable’ or have the ‘May be tumble dried’
symbol:
If in any doubt do not dry wool in the machine.
Unlike other materials, the mechanism of wool
shrinkage is irreversible, i.e. it will not stretch back to
the original size and shape.
ALWAYS ꢀ Buy genuine accessories and spares.
CAUTION:
When the dryer is in use avoid touching the
rear of the dryer as it may be hot!
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Electrical Requirements
WARNING:This appliance must be earthed!
Supply
REFER TO THE RATING PLATE FOR VOLTAGE AND CURRENT
REQUIREMENTS. (see diagram for location.)
The flexible mains lead is supplied fitted with a BS1363 plug and
with a 13 amp BS1362 fuse.
The plug should be connected to the mains supply via a suitable
switched socket which is accessible after installing your dryer.
Changing
the fuse
If it is necessary to fit a replacement fuse, it must be a 13 amp
ASTA approved to BS1362 type.
Moulded plug
WARNING:The plug must not be used without a fuse cover.
If a replacement fuse holder/cover is required, it must be of the
same colour coding or wording as shown on the base of the plug.
Replacements are available from your Spares stockist.
Changing
the plug
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following:
GREEN/YELLOW - EARTH
BLUE
BROWN
- NEUTRAL
- LIVE
Rewirable plug
If a replacement plug is to be fitted, the appropriate wire must be
connected to the correct terminal,as follows:
GREEN &
YELLOW TO
EARTH
Connect:
Green/Yellow to terminal marked Earth or Green or
Blue to terminal marked Neutral or N or Black
Brown to terminal marked Live or L or Red.
13 AMP
If the plug being replaced is a non-rewirable type then the cut-off
plug must be disposed of safely. DO NOT leave where it can be
inserted into a socket and create a shock hazard.
FUSE
BROWN
TO LIVE
BLUE TO
NEUTRAL
CORD
CLAMP
Changing the
mains cable
Should the mains lead ever require replacing at any time please
contact your nearest Service Centre. A charge will be made for the
replacement of the mains lead or if you require a longer lead.
The mains lead must only be replaced by a specially prepared
cable obtainable from your Spares Stockist and fitted by a
qualified electrician.
NOTE: IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OF THE ABOVE CONSULT A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
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Features - Get to know the main parts of your dryer
see "The Controls"
NOTE: If your
dryer is new wipe
out the inside of
the drum before
you first use it
to remove any
dust which may
have accumulated
during transit.
Push here to
open door
Air intake
grille
Plinth Moulding
(Not fitted to all models)
Serial & Model
numbers
Rating Plate
Fluff filter
CLEAN AFTER
EACH LOAD
Door
catch
Condenser
(Keep clear of fluff)
Clean periodically
Door latch
Water Container
(Empty after Each Load)
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Where to put your dryer
Your Tumble Dryer should NOT be located adjacent to a gas hob,
cooker, heater or eye level grill as flames from the burners could
cause damage to your machine.. When the dryer is fitted under a
work surface, allow space for air to exit the rear grille, a 15mm gap
each side of the dryer is recommended. This airflow is essential to
condense the water produced drying the washing, the dryer will not
operate efficiently in an enclosed space or cupboard.
If using your dryer in a small or cold room some condensation could
be experienced.
DO NOT use 2-way adaptors or extension leads.
HINGE
DOOR
CATCH
DOOR
LATCH
HINGE
Door Reversal
Instructions
The door of your Dryer is reversible and can easily be changed.
Exchange diagonally hinge brackets and blanking plugs. Exchange
door latch and catch with their opposite blanking plates. See diagram
above.
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How to use your dryer
1. Plug in, switch
on electricity.
2. Sort your laun-
dry (see section
“Sorting Your
Laundry”)
WARNING: WHEN
SWITCHING ON
OR OFF, PLEASE
ENSURE THAT
YOUR HANDS
ARE DRY
4. Always check
the following:
3. Open the door
by pressing and
releasing the front
panel in the position
shown.
FLUFF FILTER
is clean and in place
WATER CONTAINER
is empty and in place
CONDENSER
is clean and in place
5. Load the dryer
placing the
clothes carefully in
the drum pushing
them well towards
the back and
6. Select the rele-
vant heat setting
(see section “The
Controls”)
7. Select the
required programme
or drying time. (see
section “The
Controls”)
away from the
door seal. Close
the door.
9. When finished
open the door and
take out the laun-
dry. Clean and
replace the fluff fil-
ter, and empty the
water container.
8. Press the START
switch to commence
the drying pro-
10.Switch off elec-
tricity and remove
plug from socket.
WARNING: WHEN
SWITCHING ON
OR OFF, PLEASE
ENSURE THAT
YOUR HANDS
ARE DRY
gramme.
About 10 minutes before the programme is completed, the heating
elements will be switched off and the programme enters the final
‘Cool Tumble’ phase. During this phase the fabric is cooled. You
should always allow the dryer to complete this phase.
The ‘Cool Tumble’
phase
By opening the door you can check the dryness of the load as often
as you wish and if you want to remove some items before they are
fully dry. (This is particularly useful for a mixed load where you want
to iron some items, but others are to be fully dried.) You will need
to press the start button after closing the door to re-start the
programme. See section ‘The Controls’.
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The Controls
Start switch
Empty water light
Timer
Control
Heat Selection Switch
Setting the timer
The drying time for both heat settings is controlled by the timer. All you
have to do is turn the Timer Control clockwise until the required time
appears in line with the indicator.
NEVER WIND THE TIMER CONTROL ANTI-CLOCKWISE.
The “Guide to Drying Times” section will tell you how much time you’ll
need for various loads.
Selecting the
required Heat
Setting
To select high heat (Cottons), the Heat Selection switch must be IN.
To select Low heat (Acrylics and Synthetics) the Heat Selection switch
must be OUT.
See section “Guide to Drying Times”.
Starting the Dryer Press and release the START button to commence a drying program
(The drying time must have been selected first).
NOTE: If the door is opened during a programme the
Dryer will automatically stop.
To continue the programme after closing the door, the
START button must be pressed.
Empty Water
Light
This light will glow when the water container is full.
You should not wait for this light to glow before emptying the water
container, but empty it after each load (see section “Emptying the
Water Container”).
NOTE: When the light glows you must stop the dryer and empty the
water container.
If the water light glows during a drying cycle the timer will advance to
the Cool Tumble Phase without drying the load.
The light will take approximately 10 seconds to go out after replacing
the empty container.
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Sorting your laundry
1. Always separate laundry into the correct fabric groups before
washing and drying.
2. See that all zips are closed, hooks and eyes are fastened and
belt, strings etc. are tied loosely in bows, you will normally have
done this for each item before the washing stage.
3. It is important to extract as much water as possible from each
item before drying. This saves you time and money.
WARNING: CLOTHES SHOULD NEVER BE LOADED
DRIPPING WET
4. Make sure that the items to be dried are suitable for tumble
drying, or are not of a type requiring ‘special attention’ (see“Wash
Care Labels” section).
Maximum
load size
Your dryer will hold a load of 6kg (13lb) dry weight of natural fabrics.
if you are drying items of man-made fibres (synthetic or acrylics), the
maximum load should not exceed 3kg (6.6lb) dry weight.
This difference is that man-made fibres require more space to tumble-
dry without creasing.
WARNING: DO NOT OVERLOAD AS THIS COULD RESULT IN
REDUCED DRYING PERFORMANCE AND A POSSIBLE FIRE
HAZARD.
Typical load
To help you estimate how many items it takes to make up a drying
load, the charts below show the approximate weights of some every-
day washing items.
Clothes
Household Items
Blouse
Cotton 150g 5oz
Duvet cover
(Double)
Cotton 1500g 3lb 5oz
1
2
Other
100g 3 / oz
Other
1000g 2lb 3oz
700g 1lb 6oz
Large Tablecloth
Small Tablecloth
Tea Towel
Dress
Cotton 500g 1lb 2oz
250g 9oz
Other
350g 12oz
1
Jeans
700g 1lb 6oz
1000g 2lb 3oz
2
100g 3 / oz
10 Nappies
Shirt
Bath Towel
700g 1lb 8oz
350g 12oz
1
2
Cotton 300g 10 / oz
Hand Towel
Double Sheet
Single Sheet
Other
200g 7oz
500g 1lb 2oz
350g 12oz
1
2
T-Shirt
125g 4 / oz
If you group small cotton or terry-towelling items with a synthetic
fabric load they could be damp at the end of the drying cycle. If this
happens simply give them an additional short period of drying to
finish them off.
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Wash Care Labels
Most of today’s fabrics can be tumble dried in your Dryer with no
trouble at all, but there are certain fabric finishes which should be
dried away from direct heat.
The majority of garments now have wash-care labels on them, giving
full washing and drying instructions. These should always be followed
carefully especially when you are drying something for the first time.
Typical symbols are:
May be tumble dried
Do not tumble dry
Or:
Tumble dry at high heat setting
Tumble dry at low heat setting
Items not suitable for tumble drying
•
Those containing foam rubber or rubber-like materials or plastic
film (e.g. pillows, cushions, PVC rainwear), or any other articles
which are inflammable or contain inflammable substances (e.g.
towels contaminated with hair lacquer
•
•
•
Fibreglass (e.g. some types of curtains)
Items which have been dry cleaned
Woollens. Woollen items need as much care in drying as they do
in washing. The movement of the tumble-drying action causes the
woollen fibre to shrink and distort.
•
•
Garments with the ITCL Code (see ‘Items Requiring Special
Attention’).
Do not tumble dry.
Large bulky items e.g. continental quilts, sleeping bags, pillows,
cushions, double blankets and large bedspreads. These expand
when drying and would prevent airflow through the Dryer.
WARNING: THE DRYER IS INTENDED FOR USE ONLY
WHERE WATER SOLUTION IS USED FOR THE CLEANING
PROCESS. MISUSE OF A TUMBLE DRYER MAY CREATE A
FIRE HAZARD.
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Items requiring special attention
Blankets and
Bedspreads
The drying requirements of blankets and bedspreads will, of course,
vary tremendously according to size and weight. Some, however are
simply too big. if you have difficulty getting them into the Dryer, the
machine will have difficulty drying them properly. Blankets (and
Garments) made from Acrylic fibres (e.g. Acilan, Courtelle, Orion and
Dralon) must be dried with special care on Low heat setting.
Overdrying should be avoided to ensure heat creasing does not
occur.
Permanently
Your dryer will cope with such clothes very well, but you should
pleated or creased always read the manufacturer’s drying instructions attached to the
garments
garment before you begin.
Starched articles Starched articles should be dried together in the same load to avoid
the distribution of starch to non-starched items. You should use a
slightly heavier starch solution than you would when drying the items
on the washing line. Make sure that as much of the solution is
removed from the load as possible before placing it in the Dryer.
Remove the items from the dryer as soon as they reach ironing
dampness. If they are overdried the starch will powder, leaving the
fabric limp - which rather defeats the purpose of the exercise!
Fabric conditioner To make sure all your tumble dried clothes come out really fresh and
soft we recommend you use a liquid fabric conditioner in the final
rinse of your wash. A liquid fabric conditioner restores bounce and
softness and helps eliminate static cling.
WARNING: ON NO ACCOUNT SHOULD LIQUID FABRIC
CONDITIONER BE ADDED TO THE DRYER ITSELF.
Home Dry
Cleaning
Garments with the ITCL Code
Home Dry Cleaning Kits available.
The instructions supplied with the Home Dry Cleaning Kit must be
strictly followed.
may be cleaned using one of the
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Emptying the Water Container
Water
Container
Water
Container
Sink
Plinth
Moulding
(not fitted to
all models)
Empty the water container after EVERY programme.
Failure to do this will result in the water container
becoming full and the load will not dry.
To Empty Water
Container
Remove plinth (where fitted) by slightly lifting and sliding to the left.
Pull the container out of the dryer and empty it into a sink or other
suitable drain).
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Guide to drying times
Please note that the drying times stated below and on appliance
control panel; are a GUIDE only and drying times are affected by:-
The amount of
water remaining
in the clothes
after spinning
Items such as towelling retain a lot of water after spinning, also the
suggested wash programme for small items such as T-Shirts may
sometimes incorporate a low spin speed which has the same effect.
The type of
fabric
Your drying load may contain the same type of fabric but of different
thicknesses. Thinner items will take less time to dry. Some fabrics,
such as those used for jeans are of closer texture than others and
although light when dry will be heavy after washing and spinning.
The quantity of
clothes to be
dried
Single items of clothes or small loads may take disproportionally
longer to dry. It is more energy efficient to dry larger loads.
How dry you
want the
clothes
As it takes longer to fully dry clothes than to have them ready for
ironing, you may wish to remove some clothes when they are slightly
damp, ready for ironing and then continue to dry the remainder until
they are fully dry.
The heat setting
you have
selected
The label on the garment should tell you the correct heat setting to
select. See ‘Wash Care Labels’.
The temperature
of the room
If the room in which the dryer is situated is cold, your clothes will take
longer to dry than if the room is warm.
Bulky items
Some bulky items such as padded jackets can be dried, with care, and
we do advise that you remove these items several times, shake them
and return them to the dryer.
THERE ARE HOWEVER SOME ITEMS THAT WE DO NOT ADVISE
YOU TO DRY. SEE ‘ITEMS NOT SUITABLE FOR TUMBLE DRYING’
Drying Guide - approximate drying time in minutes (weights specified are when dry)
COTTONS
SYNTHETICS
ACRYLICS
Drying times 800 - 1000rpm in
washing machine
Drying times on reduced
spin in washing machine
Drying times on
reduced spin in
washing machine
Half
load
Full
load
Half
load
Full
load
Half
load
Full
load
3 kg
4 kg
5 kg
6 kg
1 kg
2 kg
3 kg
1 kg
2 kg
1 kg
2 kg
55 - 70 70 - 80 80 - 90 95 - 120 40 - 50 50 - 70 70 - 90 40 - 60 55 - 75
30 - 40 40 - 55
Be careful not
to overdry
All fabrics contain a little natural moisture even when ‘dry’ and this nat-
ural moisture should not be lost if the clothes are to remain soft and
fluffy.
Clothes that are dried for too long tend to wrinkle and will need more
ironing than usual, giving you extra work that the Dryer was designed
to remove.
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Caring for your Dryer
Your Tumble Dryer needs very little attention. The following simple
steps will keep it performing well.
Switch off electricity and remove plug. Ensure hands are dry.
When finished
After each load
Always clean the filter, by rinsing under the tap or using a vacuum
cleaner. Turn the dryer by hand to check that small items like hand-
kerchiefs do not get missed. Always empty the water container.
Every Week
Wipe the drum and seal with a damp cloth.
Fluff filter
Tap
Rear
Front
Condenser
Every Month
Cleaning
Remove condenser unit and clean any build up of fluff from between
the plates by rinsing it under the tap with cold water. This should be
done with cold water from the rear of the condenser. Refit with the
handle at the front.
Every 6 months vacuum the front air intake grille and Vents at the rear
of the dryer, to remove the build up of fluff, lint or dust.
To remove accumulation of fluff from the door, front of condenser and
filter areas, clean occasionally with a vacuum cleaner.
Do not use
Lubrication
Abrasive cleaners, scouring agents, acids, chlorine bleach or metal
polish to clean any part of the machine. These could damage the
machine.
Your tumble dryer uses special bearing components. Lubrication by
the user is not necessary and must not be attempted.
We strongly recommend that all appliances are regularly checked for
electrical and mechanical safety.
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If something goes wrong
First, don’t panic! There may be nothing wrong at all. Look for your
problem below, then check the things we suggest. More often than
not, this will give you the answer to your problem, and you’ll be able to
carry on without having to telephone your Service Office.
If after this you still cannot get your machine to work, follow the advice
given on the next page.
Problem
Check these things first
‘It won’t start’
1. Is the machine plugged in and switched on at the socket?
2. Is the timer control set to required time?
3. Is the door securely closed?
4. Has the start button been pressed hard enough? Try pressing
again.
5. Has the fuse blown? (Try plugging in another appliance to check)
6. Have you used an extension lead? Many are not suitable. Try
plugging the dryer directly into a socket to check.
‘It is taking a long 1. Have you forgotten to clean the filter? It should be cleaned after
time to dry’
each load.
2. Does the water container need emptying? Is the Empty water
light glowing? The bottle should be emptied after every load.
3. Does the condenser need cleaning? It should be cleaned every
month.
4. Have you selected the correct Heat setting for the type of fabric
you are drying?
5. Have the air intake grille or rear vents of the Dryer been
obstructed?
6. Were the clothes ‘excessively wet’ when they were put in?
7. Was the correct time selected?
8. Have you overloaded the dryer?
Any other
problem
Have you re-read this instruction book?
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If it still won’t work...
Contact the Service Office (0870 6070805)
if something is still wrong with your machine after you’ve been
through the check-list on the previous page:
1. Switch off and unplug your machine from the mains.
2. Call your nearest Service Office or local importer
on the telephone number provided on the guarantee card.
When you contact us we will want to know the following:
1. Your name, address and postcode.
2. Your telephone number.
3. Clear and concise details of the fault.
4. The model number and the serial number of your dryer.
5. The date of purchase enter the date here.
...................................................................
Please make sure you have all these details ready when you call.
Spare parts
Please remember your new appliance is a complex piece of
equipment.
‘DIY” repairs or unqualified and untrained service people may put you
in danger, could damage the appliance, and might mean you lose
cover under the Parts Guarantee.
If you do experience a problem with the appliance don’t take risks,
call in our Service Engineer. Our Spare Parts are designed
exclusively to fit your appliance. Do not use them for any other
purpose as you may create a safety hazard.
Disposal of your product
To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your
product safely. The door and lid should be removed and mains cable
cut off flush with the appliance ensuring that the mains plug can no
longer be plugged into a mains socket. The items must then be
disposed of safely.
This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives.
Low Voltage Equipment
72/23/EEC
93/68/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
89/336/EEC
92/31/EEC
93/68/EEC
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May 2003 Part number 0766200116-01
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