Indesit G74V Clothes Dryer User Manual
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1. NEVER Direct the vent hose outlet towards the air intake at the back of the machine NEVER Allow the tumble dryer to recycle exhaust air NEVER Switch the machine off leaving a hot load in the drum NEVER Tumble dry without the filter in position NEVER Exceed the maximum load capacity recommended or place dripping wet items in the drum NEVER Use the dryer on a carpeted floor where the pile height would prevent air from entering the dryer from the base NEVER Allow lint to collect around the dryer NEVER Add liquid or sheet 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 Dry Acrylics on the high heat setting NEVER 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 NEVER Tumble dry rubber foam rubber plastic plastic foam nappy pants or liners polythene or paper Large very bulky items including duvets and sleeping bags NEVER Never 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 Switch electricity On or Off2. fabric limp which rather defeats the purpose of the exercise 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 OR SHEET FABRIC CONDITIONER BE ADDED TO THE DRYER ITSELF Garments with the ITCL code K may be cleaned using one of the Home Dry Cleaning Kits available The instructions supplied with the Home Dry Cleaning Kit must be strictly followed 13 How to remove and clean the Fluff Filter Position of front filter WARNING NEVER USE SHEET FABRIC CONDITIONER IT MAY FALL INTO THE FILTER AND RESTRICT THE AIRFLOW THROUGH THE DRYER To remove the filter 14 A very important part of your Dryer is the Fluff Filter at the front edge of the drum It s there to trap the particles of lint and fluff which are normally blown away when clothes are dried on the washing line If the filter is allowed to become blocked the passage of warm air through the drum will be severely restricted This means your clothes will take much longer than normal to dry and the cost of drying them will be increased It may also damage your machine Small items e g babies socks may fall onto the filter These should be removed so that the filter is not restricted WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT
3. CLEANING THE FILTER AFTER EACH DRYING CYCLE FAILURE TO CLEAN THE FILTER MAY RESULT IN A FIRE HAZARD Grip the plastic handle and pull filter upwards see diagram The fluff that has collected can now be removed Wash or vacuum clean the filter occasionally Don t be alarmed by the amount of fluff you may find on the filter It s part of the wearing washing and drying process WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE FILTER IN POSITION It is essential that the filter is replaced correctly with the words LIFT TO REMOVE FILTER facing you Ensure the filter is fully located flush into the tumble dryer trim Guide to drying times The amount of water remaining in the clothes after spinning The type of fabric The quantity of clothes to be dried How dry you want the clothes The heat setting you have selected The temperature of the room Bulky items Please note that the drying times stated below and on appliance control panel are a GUIDE only and drying times are affected by 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 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
4. 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 Items requiring special attention Blankets and Bedspreads Permanently pleated or creased garments Starched articles Fabric conditioner Home dry cleaning 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 Your dryer will cope with such clothes very well but you should always read the manufacturer s drying instructions attached to the garment before you begin 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
5. 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 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 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 Blouse Cotton 150g 5oz Other 100g 3 Z0z Dress Cotton 500g 1lIb 2oz Other 350g 120z Household Items Duvet cover Cotton 1500g 3lb 5oz Double Other 1000g 2Ib 30z Large Tablecloth 700g 1lb 6oz Small Tablecloth 2509 9oz Jeans 700g 1lb 6oz 10 Nappies 1000g 2lb 30z Shirt Cotton 300g 10 0z Other 200g 7oz T Shirt 1259 4 0z Tea Towel 100g 3 0z Bath Towel 7009 1 Ib 80z Hand Towel 350g 120z Double Sheet 500g 1Ib 20z Single Sheet 350g 120z If you group small cotton or terry towelling items with a synthetic fabric load they could be d
6. the mains cable WARNING This appliance must be earthed 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 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 your Spares stockist The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following GREEN YELLOW EARTH BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE If a replacement plug is to be fitted the appropriate wire must be connected to the correct terminal as follows Connect L 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 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 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
7. 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 For your safety ALWAYS When the dryer is not in use switch off at the wall 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 and vent your dryer ALWAYS Use the vent hose for optimum drying performance 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 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 Electrical Requirements Changing the fuse Moulded plug Changing the plug Rewirable plug GREEN amp YELLOW TO BLUE TO NEUTRAL Changing
8. Tumble dryer Instructions for installation and use G74V C inpesit Contents Safety Advice Electrical Requirements Features Get to know the main parts of your Dryer Where to put and vent your Dryer How to use your Dryer The Controls Sorting your laundry ltems not suitable for drying ltems requiring special attention How to remove and clean the Fluff Filter Guide to Drying Times Caring for your Dryer If something goes wrong If it still won t work Register your purchase now 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Simply complete and return the Registration Form supplied with the appliance documents Retention of this Instruction Book This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the safe and proper use of the appliance If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else or move house and leave it behind make sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety warnings 2 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 Allow children to play with or otherwise interfere with the dryer NEVER Allow the air inlet at the back of the dryer the air outlet or vent hose to be obstructed
9. amp at the end of the drying cycle If this happens simply give them an additional short period of drying to finish them off 11 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 NA kX Do not tumble dry Or D Tumble dry at high heat setting O aw Tumble dry at low heat setting Items not suitable for tumble drying 12 e 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 e Fibreglass e g some types of curtains e Items which have been dry cleaned e 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 e Garments with the ITCL Code see Items Requiring Special Attention RA Do not tumble dry e Large bulky items e g continental quilts sleeping bags pillows cushions double blankets and large bedspreads These expand when drying
10. ble to carry on without having to telephone your Service Office Problem It won t start It is taking a long time to dry Any other problem If after this you still cannot get your machine to work follow the advice given on the next page Check these things first Ao o O No CS Is the machine plugged in and switched on at the socket Is the Timer Control set to required time Is the door securely closed Has the fuse blown Try plugging in another appliance to check Have you used an extension lead Many are not suitable Try plugging the dryer directly into a socket to check Have you forgotten to clean the filter It should be cleaned after each load Have you selected the correct Heat setting for the type of fabric you are drying Is the flexible Vent Hose blocked or kinked Check it for foreign objects or condensate water Is the air inlet obstructed in any way Permanent venting is flap on the storm cover obstructed Were the clothes excessively wet when they were put in Was the correct time selected Have you overloaded the dryer Have you re read this instruction book 17 lf it still won t work Spare parts 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 imp
11. 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 5 Features Get to know the main parts of your dryer ee See The Controls Model and FLUFF FILTER serial numbers Clean after each use Rating plate A Rear venting with hose 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 Air intake grille NOTE When the dryer is in use avoid touching the lt A back of the machine as it may be hot Vent hose fitted here Where to put and vent your dryer Ventilation Mobile Venting Fitting the Vent Hose Kit 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 enter the rear grille 10mm above the dryer minimum DO NOT use 2 way adaptors or extension leads The Dryer dries your washing by drawing in air that is cool clean and relatively dry heating it and then blowing it through the clothes as they are gently tumbled The moisture laden air is then blown out at the back of the dryer through the vent hose which is recommended f
12. indow venting it must be possible for the end of the hose to be directed downwards to prevent warm moist air condensing in the room or in the dryer How to use your dryer WARNING WHEN SWITCHING ON OR OFF PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR HANDS ARE DRY Button Out LOW HEAT Button In HIGH HEAT 1 Plug in switch on electricity 3 Open the door Check that the fluff filter is clean Lift filter upwards clean away any fluff replace filter correctly 5 Select the relevant heat setting see section Sorting your laundry ee 7 When finished open the door and take out the laundry Clean and replace the fluff filter WARNING WHEN SWITCHING ON OR OFF PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR HANDS ARE DRY 2 Sort your laundry see section Sorting Your Laundry 4 Load the dryer placing the clothes carefully in the drum pushing them well towards the back and away from the door seal Close the door 6 Select drying time required The machine will start 8 Switch off electricity and remove plug from socket The Controls G74V Timer Control Door Release Heat Selection Drying Light 10 Heat selection switch Drying Light INDESIT Timer control Turn the timer clockwise to select the required drying time The drying time for both heat settings is controlled by the timer All you have to do is turn the Timer Con
13. light when dry will be heavy after washing and spinning Single items of clothes or small loads may take disproportionally longer to dry It is more energy efficient to dry larger loads 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 label on the garment should tell you the correct heat setting to select See Wash Care Labels If the room in which the dryer is situated is cold your clothes will take longer to dry than if the room is warm 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 High Full Heat High Full Heat Drying times 800 1000rpm in washing machine Be careful not to overdry Half Full load SYNTHETICS ACRYLICS Gentle Low Heat Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine Half Half load load load All fabrics contain a little natural moisture even when dry and this tte moisture should not be lost if the clothes are to remain soft a
14. nd uffy 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 15 Caring for your Dryer When finished After each load As necessary Lubrication 16 Your tumble dryer needs very little attention The following simple steps will keep it performing well Switch off electricity and remove plug Always clean the filter and turn the drum by hand to check that small items like handkerchiefs do not get missed Clean exterior metal and plastic surfaces with a damp cloth or silicon polish only Regularly check and clean if necessary the vent hose and any permanent venting fixture to ensure that there has been no accu mulation of fluff or lint during the drying process Clean fluff from the area below the fluff filter and the rear vent tube Do not use 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 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 a
15. or optimum performance When operating the dryer there has to be adequate ventilation to avoid the back flow of gases into the room from appliances burning other fuels including open fires A vent hose must always be fitted when the dryer is used in conjunction with Mobile Venting The hose must be fitted securely into the back of the dryer see diagram on previous page If possible it is always best to connect the hose to a permanent outlet close to the dryer see instructions below Ensure that the end of the hose is not directed towards the air intake grille at the rear of the dryer If permanent installation is not possible the dryer will work just as well with the hose passed through a partly opened window NOTE The vent hose should not exceed 2 4 metres in length and should be kept free of any possible accumulation of fluff lint and water by frequently shaking it out Always ensure that the hose is not squashed See diagram on previous page Where to put and vent your dryer Permanent Venting Wall Window Venting Storm cover S In conjunction with the vent hose we recommend the use of a Wall Window Vent Kit These are available from your retailer or nearest Spares Centre Fitting instructions are supplied with the kits which can be mounted through a wall or window Details of positioning for wall mounting are as follows Break a hole through the wall to the left of the proposed position for the d
16. orter on the telephone number provided on the guarantee card When you contact us we will want to know the following Your name address and postcode Your telephone number Clear and concise details of the fault The model number and the serial number of your dryer The date of purchase enter the date here ae ee T Please make sure you have all these details ready when you call 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 18 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 PRINTED BY SIMLEX FOUR ASHES WOLVERHAMPTON July 2003 Part number 0766200109 02
17. ryer Keep the hose as short and straight as possible to prevent condensed moisture running back into the dryer Similarly the duct inserted into the wall should slope downwards to the outside For window venting with stacked dryer the hole in the window should ideally be made below the outlet and the hose should be kept as short as possible B Depending on the frequency of use it is essential that the areas Aand B in the illustrations are checked periodically and any fluff or debris removed 3 It is particularly important that the vent hose adaptor is fitted securely thus preventing any moisture laden air from being emitted back into the room NOTE The dryer should not be pushed so far back that the hose adaptor is pulled out of position or the hose squashed The hose should be kept clear of the air intake grille and kinks or U bends avoided as these will obstruct the hose or trap condensation WARNING ENSURE THAT THE DRYER IS ADEQUATELY VENTILATED AND THAT THE END OF THE VENT HOSE IS NOT DIRECTED TOWARDS THE AIR INTAKE DUCT THE DRYER MUST NOT RECYCLE EXHAUST AIR THE VENT HOSE MUST ALWAYS BE FITTED FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE MAKE SURE THAT THE VENT HOSE AND AIR INTAKE GRILLES ARE NOT OBSTRUCTED OR BLOCKED MISUSE OF A TUMBLE DRYER MAY CREATE A FIRE HAZARD DO NOT DISCHARGE THE EXHAUST AIR INTO A FLUE WHICH IS USED FOR EXHAUSTING FUMES FROM OTHER APPLIANCES BURNING GAS OR OTHER FUELS For open w
18. trol clockwise until the required time appears in line with the indicator Never wind the timer control anti clockwise This operation also starts the dryer provided the door is closed and the machine is plugged in The Guide to Drying Times section will tell you how much time you ll need for various loads To open door grip handle and pull towards you If the door is opened while the dryer is in use the drying programme cuts out automatically and the machine stops When the door is closed the dryer will restart but you will not need to reset the timer control You can however reset the Timer Control at any stage should you wish WARNING CHILDREN HAVE BEEN KNOWN TO CLIMB INTO TUMBLE DRYERS AND INJURE THEMSELVES ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE MACHINE IS SWITCHED OFF AT THE MAINS WHEN THE DRYER IS NOT BEING USED To select high heat Cottons and Synthetics the Heat Selection switch must be IN To select Low heat Acrylics the Heat Selection switch must be OUT See section Guide to Drying Times This light glows during any drying programme and goes out at the start of the cool tumble phase sorting your laundry Maximum load size Typical load 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
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