Contents Safety Advice Electrical Requirements Features - get to know the main parts of your Dryer Where to put your Dryer How to use your Dryer The Controls Sorting your laundry Items requiring special attention Easy Care Programme Guide to Drying Times Caring for your Dryer If something goes wrong 3-4 5 6 7-8 9 10-11 12-13 14 15 16 17 19 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.
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 NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER ● Allow children to play with or otherwise interfere with the dryer. ● Allow the air inlet at the back of the dryer, the air outlet or vent hose to be obstructed.
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 ALWAYS ● Ensure that the mains cable and plug is completely withdrawn from its storage place in the rear exhaust duct. ALWAYS ● Ensure that your dryer is installed correctly and has adequate ventilation. ALWAYS ● Use the vent hose for optimum drying performance.
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.
Features - Get to know the main parts of your dryer Model and serial numbers FLUFF FILTER Clean after each use 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. See “The Controls” Air intake grille Rating plate Air intake grille NOTE: When the dryer is in use, avoid touching the back of the machine as it may be hot.
Where to put and vent 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 enter the rear grille, 10mm above the dryer minimum. If you are using this Dryer adjacent or stacked on top of a washing machine SEPARATE mains plugs and sockets must be used for each appliance. DO NOT use 2-way adaptors or extension leads.
Where to put and vent your dryer Permanent Venting 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. Wall/Window Venting 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 dryer.
How to use your dryer 1. Plug in, switch on electricity. WARNING: WHEN SWITCHING ON OR OFF, PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR HANDS ARE DRY 2. Sort your laundry (see section “Sorting Your Laundry”) 3. Open the door by pressing the release button on the control panel. 4. Always check the following: 5. 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 the relevant heat setting (see section “The Controls”). 7.
The Controls Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Audio Switch Start button Filter Care Light (selected models) Setting the timer Door Release button Mains On light Indicator 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 control clockwise until the required time appears in line with the indicator.
The Controls Selecting the required Heat Switch Setting 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, a blue indicator will be visible on the top of the switch. See section “Guide to Drying Times”. Starting the Dryer Press and release the START Drying button to commence a drying programme (or delayed start programme on Excel models). The door must have been securely closed first.
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.
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.
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.
Easy Care Programme Creda ‘Easy Care’ provides a short programme consisting of approximately 7.5 minutes of heat with an approximately 2.5 minutes cool tumble period. It is a short conditioning programme that softens the fibres allowing them to relax making handling and ironing easier and less time consuming.
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.
Caring for your Dryer When finished 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. 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 handkerchiefs do not get missed. Always empty the water container. Every Week Wipe the drum and seal with a damp cloth.
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.
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. 2. 3. 4. ‘It is taking a long time to dry’ 1.
Key Contacts Service Creda has the largest appliance manufacturer’s service team in Europe, trained specialists directly employed by us to ensure your complete confidence. Repair Service UK: 08709 066 066 Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 220 You will be asked for the following information:Name, address and postcode.
