Indesit IDV 75 S tumble dryer
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1. Window ventilation hole N N The ventilation hole should be directly behind the dryer in order to keep the hose as short as possible Make sure you do not push the tumble dryer too far P backwards as this could lead to the ventilation hose being crushed bent or even disconnected There should be no cuts kinks or U shaped bends in the hose as these could impede ventilation or trap condensation 11 Fy ref 1 1 1 Ventilation through an open window The end of the hose must be facing downwards in order to prevent the hot damp air from forming condensation in the room or the tumble dryer Make sure that the tumble dryer is adequately ventilated and that the end of the ventilation hose is not pointing towards the air inlet pipe on the rear of the appliance The ventilation hose must always be fitted to ensure optimum performance Make sure that the ventilation hose and the air inlet vents are not obstructed or blocked Do not let the tumble dryer recirculate exhaust air Improper use of the tumble dryer may result in fire hazards The air emitted by the tumble dryer must not be expelled in the same duct as used for the fumes produced by different appliances which burn gas or other fuels Do not discharge the exhaust air into an extraction system or any duct with an extractor fan This will aff2. We recommend the hose is connected to an outlet near the tumble dryer if possible If it cannot be installed in a permanent spot the tumble dryer will still function perfectly well if the ventilation hose is passed through a partially opened window Make sure you do not point the ventilation hose towards the air inlet which is located on the rear of the appliance The ventilation hose should not exceed a maximum length of 2 4 metres it should also be shaken frequently to remove any fluff dust or water deposits inside it Make sure you do not crush the hose Fixed ventilation system We recommend the ventilation hose is connected to a ventilation system for windows or doors avallable from the retailer which originally sold you the appliance or from your local spare parts stockist Wall ventilation hole 1 Leave an opening in the wall to the left of the tumble dryer installation site 2 Make the hose as short and straight as possible in order to prevent any moisture from condensing and leaking back into the appliance 3 The hole in the wall must also be straight and pointing downwards so that the flow of air coming out is not impeded Areas A and B should be checked frequently to prevent the accumulation of fluff or debris particularly if the tumble dryer is used very often The hose adaptor must be fitted correctly in order to prevent damp air from coming back into the room
3. General safety e Thefinal part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat cooling cycle to ensure that the laundry is not damaged due to excessive temperatures e This tumble dryer must not be used by persons including children with physical sensory or mental impairments or with little experience and knowledge of the appliance unless they are supervised or have been adequately instructed on its use by the person responsible for their safety e This tumble dryer is designed for domestic and non professional use e Donottouch the appliance while barefoot or with wet hands or feet e Unplug the appliance by pulling on the plug not the cord e Do not allow children near the appliance while it is in use After use switch the appliance off and unplug it Keep the appliance door closed to prevent children using it as a toy e Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance e The appliance must be correctly installed and receive adequate ventilation The air inlet vents on the back of the dryer must never be obstructed see Installation e Never direct the vent hose towards the air inlet vents on the back of the dryer e Never use the dryer on carpeting with high pile as this may prevent air from entering the dryer from the base e Check whether the dryer is empty before loading it AN The rear part of the dryer may become very hot do not touch it while the appliance is in use e Do not us
4. 1000 g cushions etc that expand when dried and hamper air circulation inside the tumble dryer ae 150 9 Special items u i Blouse Oih r 100 g Blankets and bedcovers acrylic items Acilian Courtelle Orion Dralon must be dried with great care at low heat Cotton 500 g Dress Other 350 g Avoid drying for long periods Creased or pleated garments read the drying instructions Jeans fr supplied by the manufacturer IA 1 000 g Starched garments do not dry together with non C 300 starched items Remove the maximum amount of starch Shirt nen g Other 200 g solution possible before placing these items in the dryer Do not over dry starch turns powdery leaving garments limp T shirt 1259 this defeats its purpose Household linen Duvet cover Cotton 1 500 g double bed Other 1 000 g Large tablecloth Small tablecloth sheet 350 a Single bed sheet A When mixing synthetic fibres with cotton garments the latter may still be damp at the end of the drying cycle If this happens simply put them through a short drying cycle Note when setting the duration of the drying cycle remember that the cold drying phase runs during the last 10 minutes during which the dryer does not dry the garments Warnings and suggestions Y This appliance was designed and manufactured in compliance with current international safety standards The following information is provided for safety reasons and must be read carefully
5. Always check the care labels especially when placing garments to verify whether the garments can be safely garments in the tumble dryer for the first time Below are the tumble dried most commonly used symbols e Sort laundry according to the type of fabric e Empty all pockets and check for loose buttons O May be tumble dried e Close zips and hooks and fasten belts and strings without El Do not tumble dry tightening them Tumble dry high heat e Wring out garments to remove the maximum amount of water possible Tumble dry low heat Items not suitable for tumble drying Do not load the dryer when garments are dripping wet y 9 PRO e ltems containing rubber parts or similar materials or Maximum load sizes plastic film covering pillows cushions or PVC sports Do not overload the drum jackets any type of inflammable object or objects The following values indicate the weight of dry garments containing inflammable substances used towels Natural fibres maximum 7 kg containing hairspray Synthetic fibres maximum 3 kg e Glass fibres certain types of draperies 1D e ltems which have been previously dry cleaned M O not overload the dryer as this may result is reduced e Items marked with the ITLC symbol Special garments drying performance KE which may be washed using special household Typical weights products Follow instructions carefully e Large bulky items duvets sleeping bags pillows Note 1 kg
6. Instruction manual TUMBLE DRYER Contents ES Installation 2 3 en Where to install the tumble dryer Ventilation English 1 Electrical connections Levelling the tumble dryer Before you start your dryer Description of the tumble dryer 4 Front side Rear side Control panel How to carry out a drying cycle 5 Starting a drying programme Drying settings 6 Drying times Drying programmes and options MER AR Laundry 7 IDV75S Sorting laundry Care labels Special items Warnings and suggestions 8 General safety Information on recycling and disposal Saving energy and respecting the environment Care and maintenance 9 Disconnecting the power supply Cleaning the filter after each cycle Checking the drum after each cycle Cleaning the tumble dryer Troubleshooting 10 This symbol reminds you to read this instruction Assistance and Guarantee 11 12 13 manual Spare parts Keep this manual at hand for immediate reference whenever necessary Always store this manual close to the tumble dryer and remember to pass it on to any new owners when selling or transferring the appliance so they may familiarise with the warnings and suggestions herein contained Read these instructions carefully the following pages contain important information on installation and useful suggestions for operating the appliance 1 nDesirt Installation Where to install the tumble dryer e Install the d
7. ated behind of the dryer seal see Picture Removing the filter 1 Pull the filter s plastic handle upwards see Picture 2 Clean the fluff off the filter and replace it correctly Ensure that the filter is pushed fully home Do not use the dryer unless the filter has been replaced in its holder Checking the drum after each cycle Rotate the drum manually to remove smaller items handkerchiefs that could have been left inside the dryer Cleaning the drum I Avoid using abrasives steel wool or stainless steel cleaning agents to clean the drum A coloured film may appear on the stainless steel drum surface it may be caused by a combination of water and or cleaning agents such as wash softeners This coloured film does not affect the dryer s performance Cleaning the tumble dryer e The external metal and plastic parts and the rubber parts can be cleaned with the aid of adamp cloth e Periodically check the vent hose and all other parts of the venting system and remove any accumulations of fluff and lint Do not use solvents or abrasives I Have the dryer checked regularly by authorised technical personnel in order to ensure that the electrical and mechanical parts work safely see Assistance 1 InDesIT Troubleshooting If you feel that the dryer is not working properly consult the following troubleshooting suggestions before contacting the Technical Assistance Centre see Assista
8. bric in that load Use the table to check the relationship between fabric type and load capacity see Drying settings and make sure you are familiar with the instructions provided for each type of fabric see Laundry Do not attempt to turn the knob anticlockwise 6 If necessary set the temperature using the HIGH HEAT button 7 Press the START button to start the drying cycle Laundry can be checked while the drying programme runs and any garments already dry can be removed while drying continues for the remaining items After closing the door press the START button to resume machine operation 8 The final COLD DRYING phase i e the fabrics are cooled activates during the last few minutes of the drying programme always allow this phase to terminate 9 Open the door remove the laundry then clean the filter and replace it 10 Disconnect the dryer from the power supply Drying settings Drying times The drying time depends on the size of the load and on the type of fabric it contains see Table The cold drying cycle runs during the final 10 minutes of the programme For large loads select the High Heat option if available A A O 7kg Cotton 30 A 45 u 60 te 70 I 80 100 90 120 nan heat minutes mus minutes minutes minutes minutes minutes aee aal aeee gt T T heat tes nn nes u lll et E O er low heat minutes minutes Drying times are approximate and may vary depending on the f
9. e the dryer unless the filter is properly positioned see Care and Maintenance e Do not use liquid fabric softener in the dryer add it to the final rinse of the wash cycle e Do not overload the dryer see Laundry for the maximum load sizes e Do not add items that are dripping wet e Tumble dry items only if they have been washed with water and detergent and have been rinsed and put through a spin cycle Drying items that have NOT been washed with water may cause the risk of fire e Always read the instructions on the care label carefully see Laundry e Do not tumble dry items that have been treated with chemical products e Never tumble dry items that are contaminated with inflammable substances cooking oil acetone alcohol petrol kerosene stain removers turpentine waxes wax removers and hairspray unless they have been washed in hot water with an extra amount of detergent e Do not tumble dry rubber rubber backed articles and garments cushions with foam rubber padding latex foam rubber plastic shower caps water resistant fabrics nappy pants or liners polyethylene and paper e Remove all objects from pockets particularly lighters risk of explosion e Do not tumble dry large excessively bulky items e Do not tumble dry acrylic fibres at high temperatures e Complete each programme with the relative cold drying phase e Do not switch the tumble dryer off if items that are still warm are inside it e C
10. ect the way the thermal controls operate and can result in a fire hazard Electrical connections Before plugging the appliance into the socket check the following e Make sure your hands are dry e The socket must have an earth connection e The socket must be able to withstand the machine s maximum power output as indicated on the data plate see Description of the tumble dryer e The power supply voltage must fall within the values indicated on the data plate see Description of the tumble dryer e The socket must be compatible with the dryer s plug Should this not be the case replace the plug or the socket Do not use extension cords I The dryer must not be installed outdoors even if the space is sheltered It can be very dangerous if exposed to rain or storms Once installed the dryer s electrical wire and plug must be within reach I The power cord must not be bent or squashed I The power cord is supplied fitted with a BS1363 plug and with a 13 amp BS1362 fuse If it is necessary to fit a replacement fuse it must be a 13 Amp ASTA approved to BS1362 type 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 authorised dealers Moulded plug Changing the plug The wires in the power cord are coloured in accordance with the following Gre
11. en and Yellow Earth 13A ASTA approved fuse wire to terminal marked to BS 1362 E symbol x or coloured GREEN amp green and yellow YELLOW Eo BROWN N gt BLUE nz 13 ampere fuse Brown live wire to teminal CROSS BAR marked L or coloured d CORD GRIP Blue Neutral wire to terminal marked N or coloured black If the plug being replaced is a non rewirable type then the cut off plug must be disposed of safely DO NOT leave it where it can be inserted into a socket and create a shock hazard I The power cord should be checked periodically and replaced by a cord specially prepared for this dryer and fitted only by authorized technicians see Service New or longer power cords are supplied at an extra charge by authorized dealers The manufacturer denies any responsibility should any of these rules not be followed Y If in doubt about any of the above consult a qualified electrician 1 InDesIT Levelling the tumble dryer The tumble dryer should be installed level in order to operate correctly After installing the tumble dryer in its permanent position make sure it is level check its side to side levelling first followed by front to back If the tumble dryer is not perfectly level use a wooden block to support it while you adjust the two front feet up or down as necessary Be
12. fore you start your dryer Once the tumble dryer is installed clean the inside of the drum before operating it and remove any dirt accumulated during transportation Description of the tumble dryer ew Front side Rear side Air inlet Rating Plate Serial number and model number Filter Caution high temperature Connection for ventilation hose Control panel Start button High Heat button O O Drying time selector knob Drying time selector knob This is used to set the drying time turn the knob in a clockwise direction until the indicator is set to the desired drying time see Drying settings Do not attempt to turn the knob anticlockwise a High Heat button It can be used to customise the selected programme in accordance with your own requirements START button Press the button to begin drying How to carry out a i nesiT drying cycle Starting a drying programme 1 Plug the dryer into the power supply socket 2 Select a suitable drying programme for the type of laundry see Laundry 3 Open the door ensure that the filter is clean and securely placed 4 Load the machine making sure that no piece of laundry gets between the door and the door seal Close the door 5 Turn the Drying time selector Knob until the indicator is pointing towards the most suitable drying time for the type of fa
13. hygienically clean your appliance to keep it looking good and functioning efficiently throughout its life UK 08448 225 225 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www indesitservice co uk Appliance Registration We want to give you additional benefits of Indesit ownership To activate your free 5 year parts guarantee you must register your appliance with us UK 08448 24 24 Republic of Ireland 01 230 0800 www indesitservice co uk Indesit Company UK Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate Dublin 17 LA e Recycling amp Disposal Information As part of Indesit s continued commitment to helping the environment Indesit reserves the right to use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully To minimise the risk of injury to children remove the door plug and cut the mains cable off flush with the appliance Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket and the door cannot be locked shut 13 14 1 InDesIT 195089406 00 11 2010 EEE
14. lean the filter after each use see Care and maintenance e Do not allow lint to build up around the tumble dryer e Never climb on the top of the dryer as this may damage the appliance e Always comply with electrical regulations and requirements see Installation e Always purchase original accessories and spare parts see Assistance I WARNING Never stop the dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items have been quickly removed and hung in order to dispel heat Information on recycling and disposal amp As part of our continual commitment towards environmental protection we reserve the right to use recycled quality components to reduce costs for our customers and to minimise materials wastage e Disposing of the packaging materials follow local regulations to allow for recycling of packaging materials e In order to minimise the risk of injury to children remove the door and plug then cut the power supply cord flush with the appliance Dispose of these parts separately to prevent the appliance from being connected to a power supply socket Disposal of old household appliances European Directive 2002 96 EC concerning Waste E Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE states that household appliances should not be disposed of with normal household waste Old appliances should be collected separately in order to optimise the cost of re using and recycling materials comprising the machine while preve
15. lowing conditions The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and maintenance instructions The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only The appliance has not been altered serviced maintained dismantled or otherwise interfered with by any person not authorised by us Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent Any parts removed during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland The guarantee does not cover Damage resulting from transportation improper use neglect or interference or as a result of improper installation Replacement of any consumable item or accessory These include but are not limited to plugs cables batteries light bulbs fluorescent tubes and starters covers and filters Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic THIS GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL OR NON DOMESTIC PREMISES 5 Year Parts Guarantee Indesit also offers you a free 5 year parts guarantee This additional guarantee is conditional on you registering your appliance with us and the parts being fitted by one of our authorised engineers There will be a charge for our engineer s time To activate the extra part
16. nce Problem The dryer does not start Drying times are too long The dryer is noisy during the first few minutes of operation 10 Possible causes Solutions The plug has not been inserted far enough into the socket to make contact There has been a power cut The fuse has blown Try connecting another appliance to the same socket If an extension cord is used try connecting the dryer plug directly into the socket The door has not been closed properly The programme has not been set correctly see How to carry out a drying cycle The START button has not been pressed see How to carry out a drying cycle The filter has not been cleaned see Care and maintenance An incorrect drying time was selected for the type of load see Laundry The items are too wet see Laundry The dryer is overloaded see Laundry The flexible ventilation hose may be blocked see Installation The air inlet may be blocked or obstructed see nstallation The fixed ventilation flap on the protective weatherproof cover may be obstructed see Installation This is normal especially if the dryer has not been used for a long time If the noise persists during the entire cycle contact the Technical Assistance Centre Assistance i mDesiT EEE Before contacting the Technical Assistance Spare parts Centre En This dryer is a complex machine Attempting to repair it e Follow the troubleshooting guide to check whether per
17. nting potential damage to public health and the environment The crossed out wheeled bin symbol appears on all products to remind owners of the obligations regarding separate waste collection Owners should contact their local authorities or appliance dealers for further information concerning the correct disposal of household appliances Saving energy and respecting the environment e Wring out items before tumble drying them to remove the maximum amount of water possible if they are previously washed in a washing machine select a spin cycle This ensures that energy is saved during tumble drying e Always use the tumble dryer at full load to save energy single items and small loads may take longer to dry e Clean the filter at the end of each cycle to reduce energy consumption costs see Care and maintenance Care and maintenance Disconnecting the power supply I Disconnect the dryer when not in use or during cleaning and maintenance operations Cleaning the filter after each cycle The filter is a fundamental component of the dryer its function is to collect lint and fluff that form during drying Clean the filter once drying is completed by rinsing it under running water or cleaning it with a vacuum cleaner Should the filter become clogged the flow of air inside the dryer will be seriously hampered drying times becomes longer and more energy is consumed Moreover the dryer may become damaged The filter is loc
18. ollowing Amount of water retained by items after the spin cycle towels and delicate items retain a lot of water Fabrics items of the same fabric but with different texture and thickness may have different drying times Amount of laundry single items and small loads will take a short time to dry Drying if items are to be ironed they can be removed from the dryer while still slightly damp Items that require complete drying can be left longer e Temperature of the room the lower the temperature of the room the longer it will take for the dryer to dry clothing Bulk certain bulky items require special care during the drying process We suggest removing these items and replacing them in the dryer once they have been shaken out repeat this procedure several times during the course of the drying cycle l Do not over dry items Allfabrics contain natural dampness which helps to keep them soft and fluffy Drying programmes and options Refresh gt A short programme suitable for refreshing fibres and garments through the emission of cool air It lasts about 10 minutes As this is not a drying programme it is not to be used for garments that are still wet mm High Heat button The high heat button selects the drying temperature When the button is out low heat is selected and when it is pushed in high heat is selected Laundry 1 InDesIT Sorting laundry Care labels e Check the symbols on the care labels of the various
19. ryer far from gas ranges stoves radiators or hobs as flames may damage it If the dryer is installed below a worktop ensure there are 10 mm between the upper panel of the dryer and any objects above it and 15 mm between the sides of the machine and the walls or furniture units adjacent to it This ensures adequate air circulation Make sure the air inlets on the rear panel are not blocked or obstructed e You should also make sure that the room in which the tumble dryer is installed is not damp and that it is adequately ventilated e We do not recommend that the dryer is installed in a cupboard but the dryer must never be installed behind a lockable door a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the dryer door Ventilation This appliance gently dries laundry by taking in cold clean and relatively dry air heating it and passing it through the fabric To facilitate the drying process damp air is expelled at the rear through a ventilation hose When the dryer is in use there has to be adequate ventilation to avoid a back flow of gases into the room from appliances burning other fuels including open fires Mobile ventilation system When using the tumble dryer with the mobile ventilation system a ventilation hose must be connected The hose should be securely fastened to the ventilation hole at the rear of the appliance see Description of the tumble dryer
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21. sonally or employing an unqualified service agent may problems can be solved personally see Troubleshooting put the safety of people at risk damage the machine or e f not switch the dryer off and contact the Technical invalidate the spare parts guarantee Assistance Centre closest to you Always contact a qualified technician when experiencing problems with this machine The spare parts were Provide the following data when contacting the designed exclusively for this machine and should not be Technical Assistance Centre used for any other purpose e name address and postal code e telephone number e type of malfunction e date of purchase e the appliance model Mod e the dryer s serial number S N This information can be found on the data plate located behind the door This appliance conforms to the following EEC directives 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive 89 336 EEC 92 31 EEC 93 68 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 11 Guarantee 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee EN Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturers guarantee which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase This gives you the reassurance that if within that time your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials we will at our discretion either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you This guarantee is subject to the fol
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