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IMPOR TANT SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS IMPORT INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: ♦ Read all instructions before using the appliance. ♦ Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, cooking oils, other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
Your new energy-efficient ASKO dryer is designed to give you maximum drying performance using less energy. To make the most of the dryer’s functions and features, we recommend that you read this manual carefully before using your machine for the first time. For operating instructions, refer to the section in this guide for your specific model. Below is an illustration of the parts and features of your ASKO dryer.
INST ALLA TION INSTR UCTIONS INSTALLA ALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions carefully and completely before you install the machine. The installation should be carried out by a qualified person who is familiar with all local codes and ordinances for electrical and plumbing connections. NOTE: Cosmetic damage must be reported to your dealer within five days from the date of purchase. After unpacking the dryer, thoroughly check the unit for cosmetic damage.
FREEST ANDING INST ALLA TION FREESTANDING INSTALLA ALLATION It is essential that the machine is leveled and the locknuts are tight to eliminate vibration noise. There should be at least 1/2” (12 mm) of space between the washer and dryer. ENGLISH The dryer can be placed next to the washing machine. BUIL T-IN INST ALLA TION UILT INSTALLA ALLATION ASKO dryers can be installed beneath a cabinet or worktop with a minimum height of 34” (864 mm).
CONNECTING A 3-WIRE POWER CORD WARNING! Before starting this procedure, be sure the power is turned off at the breaker/fuse box. Power Supply Cord You will need a 3-wire power supply cord with three No. 10 copper wires and a matching 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R, as illustrated below: Ground To connect a 3-wire power cord to the dryer, follow the steps below. NOTE: The numbers in the illustration below correlate to the step numbers. 1. Turn the power off at the breaker/fuse box. 2.
ST ACKED INST ALLA TION STA INSTALLA ALLATION Two metal brackets for securing the dryer to the washer 5. Lift the dryer into position. Raising the front edge, push the dryer backwards until it engages with the brackets on the back of the washer. ENGLISH ASKO dryers can be mounted on top of any matching ASKO washer. Mounts are supplied with the machine. The metal brackets are attached to the lower back of the unit. The plastic cups are packed inside the dryer. Two plastic cups to secure the dryer legs.
REVERSING THE DOOR HINGES The door hinges on ASKO dryers are reversible. The dryers are shipped left-hinged. To reverse them, follow the steps below: 11. Tighten the screws on the sides of the doors to hold the magnetic catch and cover plate in place. WARNING! 12. Using a flathead screwdriver, carefully remove the plastic plugs in the upper and lower edge of the door and place them in the empty holes on the opposite side.
PREP ARING THE LA UNDR Y PREPARING LAUNDR UNDRY SOR TING THE LA UNDR Y SORTING LAUNDR UNDRY For best drying results, clothes should be sorted properly. Most importantly, you should follow the care label instructions (see next page). DR YING TIMES DRYING Drying times will vary due to the amount of laundry in the machine, moisture content, type of fabric, air temperature and humidity. GENERAL LA LAUNDR UNDRY ADVICE UNDR Y AD VICE ♦ Read all recommended care labels carefully.
CARE LABEL INSTR UCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS Most clothes and other washable items have recommended care labels. Read these labels carefully! Care label instructions and warnings should be followed for the best cleaning results. As an example, the symbols in the label illustrated below mean: wash in warm water on permanent press setting. Use non-chlorine bleach. Dry on permanent press setting. Iron on low temperature setting. The table below defines the symbols used on fabric care labels.
T741C OPERA TING INSTR UCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS THE CONTR OL P ANEL CONTROL PANEL Start Button LED Window Displays program number, dry time selected, remaining program time, etc. Press to start a program. Power Button Turns power to the machine on and off. Programs Iron dry Power Power Indicator Light Timed dry Time set Air fluff Heavy Normal Delicate Wrinkle free Delay Glows when the power is turned on.
PR OGRAMS PROGRAMS Your ASKO dryer has our state-of-the-art Sensidry system. This means it has a humidity sensor that ensures different fabrics always dry thoroughly. This sensor turns off the heat when the laundry has reached the appropriate dryness. activate the humidity sensor. You should be careful when using this option not to overdry the fabrics. This program automatically uses the Low temperature setting, but you can change it to Normal by depressing the Temperature button.
PR OGRAM MEMOR Y PROGRAM MEMORY Press this button to set a signal to sound for three seconds when a program is complete. The indicator light will stay lit when this option is on. The dryer is designed to retain the settings last selected with each program. For example, if you select Normal, the Low temperature option, a 2-hour anti-crease, and Quick cool-down, next time you select Normal these options will automatically be selected.
CARE AND MAINTEN ANCE INSTR UCTIONS MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS CLEANING THE LINT FIL TER FILTER The wear on fabrics in a tumble dryer is insignificant. The lint caught in the lint filter is dust and fiber residue that has been formed when the garments have been worn. The lint filter must be cleaned after each load. If this is not done, drying performance will suffer, as insufficient air will pass through the drum. The machine may also overheat after a while, which will cause it to stop automatically.
CLEANING THE F AN FAN The fan should be cleaned at least once a year. If you have pets, you should clean it more often. To clean the fan, follow the steps below: 1. Turn off the main power to the machine. 1. Turn off the main power to the machine. 2. Remove the two 20-torx screws on the bottom of the front panel then grasp the bottom of the panel and pull it forward and down. 3. Unscrew the two 10-torx safety screws (A) on the bottom of the fan cover and fold out the four tabs (B). 2.
TR OUBLESHOO TING TROUBLESHOO OUBLESHOOTING If you experience a problem with your dryer, you should review the following list of frequently encountered situations or go to our website at www.askousa.com. It could save you the cost and inconvenience of a service call. Model Name Type plate (see below) Even though the product is under warranty, if the problem is not caused by defective product workmanship or materials, you will be charged for a service call.
ASKO PRODUCT WARRANTY Be sure to complete the Warranty Registration Card you received with your appliance and mail it to AM Appliance Group to validate your appliance warranty. Cosmetic damage must be reported to your dealer within five days from the date of purchase. After unpacking the dryer, thoroughly check the unit for cosmetic damage. FOR RESIDENTIAL INSTALLATIONS ONLY LENGTH OF WARRANTY Three-Year Full From date of purchase.
INDEX A Air Fluff program Anti-crease option Automatic door switch 12 12 2 B Built-in installation Buzzer option 5 13 C Care and cleaning Care label symbols Child-safe start Condensation drain connection Condenser, cleaning Control panel, cleaning Cool-down D Delayed start Door hinges, reversing Drying problems Drying times 14 10 2 4 15 3 12 8 16 9 E Electrical connections Energy saving tips Error messages 5, 6 3 13 F Fabric softener sheets Fan, cleaning Freestanding installation 9 15 5 H Hinges,
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