V-ZUG Ltd Tumble dryer Adora TSL WP Operating instructions
Thank you for choosing to buy one of our products. Your appliance is made to high standards and is easy to use. Nevertheless, please take the time to read these operating instructions in order to familiarize yourself with the appliance and get the best use out of it. Please follow the safety precautions. Modifications Text, diagrams and data correspond to the technical standard of the appliance at the time these operating instructions went to press.
Contents 1 2 3 4 5 Safety precautions 1.1 Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2 Before using for the first time 1.3 Correct use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4 Children in the home . . . . . . 1.5 Note on use . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Care and maintenance 6.1 Cleaning intervals . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2 Error message A9 . . . . . . . . . . . 6.3 Build-up of fluff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.4 Cleaning the door filter . . . . . . . 6.5 Clean the base cassette . . . . . . 6.6 Cleaning the mesh filter in base 6.7 Cleaning the filter mat . . . . . . . . 6.8 Cleaning the moisture sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Safety precautions The appliance corresponds to recognised technology standards and the relevant safety regulations. Proper use of the appliance is however essential to avoid damage and accidents. Please therefore follow the precautions given in these operating instructions.
1 Safety precautions 1.2 Before using for the first time Allow the appliance to stand for about 2 hours in the normal operating position. Failure to do so can result in damage to the appliance. • The appliance must be installed and connected to the electricity supply in accordance with the separate installation instructions. The necessary work should be carried out by a qualified fitter or electrician. • Dispose of the packaging material in accordance with local regulations.
1 Safety precautions Do not use the appliance to dry the following • Unwashed washing. • Textiles that have been cleaned, treated or soaked with flammable chemicals, detergents or solvents (benzine, alcohol, stain remover, oil, paint, wax, etc). Fire or explosion hazard! Wash materials containing such substances first by hand with water or allow the solvent to evaporate completely. • Fabrics with traces of hair spray, hair gel, nail varnish remover or other similar substances.
1 Safety precautions • Items containing foam rubber (also known as latex foam) or similarly textured rubber like materials should not be dried in a tumble dryer on a heat setting. Foam rubber materials can, when heated, produce fire by spontaneous combustion. • Fabric softeners or similar products should not be used in a tumble dryer to eliminate the effects of static electricity unless this practice is specifically recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
1 Safety precautions 1.4 Children in the home • Packaging material (e.g. plastic, polystyrene) can be dangerous for children. Danger of suffocation! Keep packaging material away from children. • The appliance is designed for use by adults who are familiar with these operating instructions. Children are often unable to recognise the danger of electrical appliances. Ensure proper supervision and do not allow children to play with the appliance – there is a danger that children could get locked inside.
1 Safety precautions 1.5 Note on use Do not use the pivoting operating panel to lift or move the appliance. • Do not use the appliance if visibly damaged or if the inlet pipes are damaged. Contact Customer Services. • If the appliance is not operating properly, disconnect it from the electricity supply immediately. • If the mains cable of the appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by Customer Services in order to avoid hazard. • Keep pets away from the appliance.
1 Safety precautions 1.6 Maintenance Ensure the drum has stopped moving before reaching inside. Do not touch the drum while it is still in motion – risk of serious injury! • Disconnect the appliance from the mains before carrying out maintenance work. • The door filter must be cleaned each time after a drying programme. • Do not spray the outside or the inside of the appliance with water. Do not use a steam cleaner. • Do not sit, lean or rest on the appliance door. • Do not climb on to the appliance.
2 Your appliance 2.1 Appliance description The appliance operates with a closed air circuit. With the help of the heat pump, the moisture is extracted from the air which is then heated up again. Recovering heat in this way sharply reduces energy consumption. The appliance has no electric heating element. Thanks to the heat pump, the appliance dries at lower temperatures. All the programmes are therefore gentler on your laundry.
2 Your appliance 2.2 Construction The appliance door can be set to open to the left or to the right. Our Customer Services can make the necessary adjustments to the appliance. 1 Operating and display elements (pivoting operating panel) The operating panel can be set in one of 3 positions.
2 Your appliance 2.3 Operating and display elements MIN. Automatic programmes Extra dry Normal dry Iron dry Damp Woollens WetClean Favourites Fabric type Additional programme MIN.
2 Your appliance Display (plain text display) Various information appears in the display during the programme selection and the programme sequence: • Programme name with duration • Moisture level with duration remaining • Additional functions • Delayed start • User settings • Hints and trouble-shooting Indicator lights The buttons, the automatic programmes, the additional programmes and certain additional functions are equipped with an indicator light. Indicator light flashes Select programme or function.
2 Your appliance 2.4 Using for the first time When the appliance is connected to the power supply for the first time, it is possible to select a function test. The purpose of the function test is to check the installation and it lasts about 3 minutes. For the function test the appliance must not to have been standing in the normal operating position for approx. 2 hours as the heat pump is not started. The function test can therefore be selected immediately after installation.
2 Your appliance The function test can be interrupted in 2 ways: 1. Open the appliance door. Function test pause – In the display appears: Close appliance door – After closing the appliance door the display appears: Or 2. Press the button. – In the display appears: Function test abort pause continue Function test abort pause continue Function test 0h01 Continue the function test «continue»: ➤ Press the button. – The remaining duration of the function test is shown in the display e.g.
2 Your appliance 2.5 Select language for the display After using for the first time the language must be selected once. It can be changed at any time under USER SETTINGS. ➤ ➤ Press the button repeatedly until the desired language appears in the display, e.g.: Press the button to confirm the language selection. Deutsch fr/it/rm/... ok Select programme – The setting is accepted. The appliance is ready to operate after the required waiting time of approx. 2 hours in the normal operating position.
3 Programme overview 3.1 Programme sequence for automatic programmes The drying programme has 3 phases: Drying The washing is tumble dried until it reaches the set level of dryness. The drying programme is monitored by a moisture sensor. As soon as the required level of dryness is reached, the «Cooling down/airing» phase starts. Cooling down/airing The washing is cooled down to a temperature at which creasing is minimized. This phase lasts between 1–10 minutes. The washing can now be unloaded.
3 Programme overview To select the right drying programme, follow the fabric care symbols on garment labels, e.g. . 3.2 Automatic programmes Programme Symbol Extra dry Use For thick, multi-layered fabrics and mixed loads. Not suitable for knitted or woven articles such as T-shirts and underwear as they could shrink. Normal dry For similar items of washing (e.g. terry towelling and underwear). Iron dry For items that are to be ironed. Damp For items that are to be pressed in a mangle (e.g.
3 Programme overview The stated values for the programme duration and energy apply for the maximum stated capacity with a wash spun at approx. 1000 rpm (corresponds to a residual moisture of approx. 60 %). A higher spinning speed and a smaller load reduce them by about 20–30 %. Capacity Residual moisture Programme duration Energy 1–6 kg –4 % to –1 % 1h50 2.00 kWh 1–6 kg –1 % to 2 % 1h30 1.94 kWh 1–6 kg 8 % to 16 % 1h20 1.50 kWh 1–6 kg 20 % to 30 % 1h10 1.
3 Programme overview 3.3 Fabric type Use Airing For refreshing or airing little-worn garments. Silk For drying silk fabrics. Follow the fabric care labels as silk tends to crease easily. Low temperature for gentle drying. Fluffing Brings the bounce back to woollen textiles. Unload as soon as the programme ends. The textiles are not dried! Crease guard Creases that come from spinning in the washing machine are reduced (e.g. shirts, blouses). Laundry is ready for ironing.
3 Programme overview Capacity Residual moisture Programme duration Energy 2.5 kg – 0h10 0.02 kWh 1.5 kg 0 % to 2 % 0h45 1.10 kWh 1 kg – 0h04 0.10 kWh 1 kg – 0h20 0.03 kWh 7 in total 0 % to 2 % 0h45 1.05 kWh 3 kg 0 % to 2 % 1h25 1.35 kWh 4 kg –1 % to 2 % 1h20 1.40 kWh 6 kg –1 % to 1 % 2h00 1.95 kWh 2 kg –1 % to 1 % 1h55 1.85 kWh 2 kg –1 % to 1 % 2h40 2.00 kWh 3 kg –5 % to 2 % 2h00 2.
3 Programme overview 3.4 Additional functions Function/symbol Ultra care Easy care Delayed start 24 Use Max. load Very gentle programme with a lower drying temperature. Particularly 2.5 kg suitable for fine textiles. Gentle drying for mixed fabrics (e. g. shirts, pullovers, T-shirts). The level of dryness is reduced. Take advantage of cheap-rate electricity (setting range: 1–24 hours).
3 Programme overview 3.5 Favourites Simplifies selecting frequently used programmes. You can compile your own favourites. Favourites are easy to start. • A maximum of 3 favourites can be saved. The appliance door has to be open to define, change or delete a favourite. Defining your favourites ➤ Open the appliance door. ➤ Press the button. Define favourite ➤ Press the button again.
3 Programme overview Starting your favourite ➤ Close the appliance door. ➤ Press the button repeatedly until the desired favourite appears in the display, e.g.: Normal dry 1 easy care 1h25 – The programme starts automatically after 20 seconds. Changing your favourite ➤ Open the appliance door. ➤ Press the button repeatedly until the desired favourite appears in the display, e.g.
3 Programme overview Deleting a favourite ➤ Open the appliance door. ➤ Press the button repeatedly until the favourite to be deleted appears in the display, e.g.: ➤ Hold the 3 seconds. button depressed for about Normal dry 1 easy care 1 clear? YES: 1h25 NO: Delete favourite: «YES»: ➤ Press the button. – The favourite is deleted. «NO»: ➤ Press the button. – The favourite remains saved.
4 User settings Providing no programme is running and no error message is displayed, the user settings can be changed with the appliance door open or closed. The procedure is generally the same for all settings. Changing user settings ➤ Hold the 5 seconds. ➤ Press the button repeatedly until the desired setting appears in the display, e.g.: ➤ button depressed for To change, press the button. – The setting is taken over automatically and must not be confirmed.
4 User settings The following diagram gives an overview of the possible user settings.
4 User settings 4.1 Language The language in the display is selected after using for the first time under SELECT LANGUAGE FOR DISPLAY and can be changed at any time, as described in this section. Changing the language ➤ Hold the 5 seconds. ➤ Press the button repeatedly until the current language setting appears in the display, e.g.: ➤ button depressed for Press the button repeatedly until the desired setting appears in the display, e.g.
4 User settings 4.2 Level of dryness The appliance is designed to provide the most energy-efficient drying. The moisture sensor continually monitors the level of dryness of the washing. If the washing is not being dried sufficiently – or being overdried – the level of dryness can be reset. Changing the level of dryness changes the level of dryness setting of all the programmes. Care should be taken when increasing the level of dryness, as overdrying can damage fabrics.
4 User settings 4.3 Childproof lock The childproof lock is to prevent small children accidentally starting or stopping a programme. When the childproof lock is on, a programme can only be started by pressing two buttons simultaneously. Switching the childproof lock on/off ➤ Hold the 5 seconds. ➤ Press the button repeatedly until the current setting appears in the display, e.g.: ➤ Press the button depressed for button. – The setting is taken over automatically and must not be confirmed.
4 User settings 4.4 Brightness This function can be used to change the display contrast between the text and the background. Changing the brightness in the display ➤ Hold the 5 seconds. ➤ Press the button repeatedly until the actual brightness level appears in the display, e.g.: ➤ ➤ button depressed for Press the button repeatedly until the desired setting appears in display, e.g.: User settings FNXXX XXXXXX Brightness 3 Brightness 5 Press the button repeatedly until the display goes out.
4 User settings 4.5 Restoring factory settings The factory settings can be restored. Any favourites that have been saved will be deleted. ➤ Hold the 5 seconds. button depressed for User settings FNXXX XXXXXX ➤ Press the appears: repeatedly until in the display Factory settings restore? ➤ Press the button. Factory settings YES: Restore factory settings: 34 «YES»: ➤ Press the button. «NO»: ➤ Press the button.
5 Drying Preparing the appliance After the appliance is transported or re-sited it must be left standing in the normal operating position for approx. 2 hours. Failure to observe this can result in damage to the appliance. ➤ Plug the appliance in at the mains or turn the wall switch on. 1 1 0 0 Loading the appliance ➤ Open the appliance door (press the middle of the lock side of the door at the edge). ➤ Loosely load wet washing items one by one.
5 Drying 5.1 Programme selection «Tip and go» An automatic programme can be selected with the press of a single button. All the necessary settings for the programme are made automatically. Additional functions can be selected or deselected by pressing the corresponding button. If no buttons are pressed within 20 seconds, the drying programme selected starts automatically. Use the PROGRAMME OVERVIEW to determine which programme is the most suitable for your washing.
5 Drying Selecting an automatic programme ➤ Close the appliance door. – The indicator lights for the programme selection buttons and the additional programme flash. MIN. ➤ Press the required programme selection button. – The indicator light for the programme selected illuminates. – The programme selected and the likely duration (hours/minutes) is shown. – The indicator lights for any additional functions that may be selected flash for 20 seconds.
5 Drying Selecting timed drying ➤ Close the appliance door. – The indicator lights for the programme selection buttons and the additional programme flashes. MIN. ➤ Press the ➤ Press repeatedly to select desired duration, i.e. 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60 or 90 minutes. MIN. button. – The duration selected appears in the display. – The indicator lights for any additional functions that may be selected flash for 20 seconds. The programme duration always includes a 10-minute «Cooling down/Airing» phase.
5 Drying Selecting delayed start MIN. ➤ Hold button pressed immediately after the programme selection, or keep pressing it until the desired delayed start duration shows in the display (max. 24 hours). – The display goes dark. – After the desired delayed start period is up, the programme selected starts automatically. Items of washing may be added at any time. The time remaining to the delayed start can be reduced (in hourly intervals) to zero by repeatedly pressing the button. 5.
5 Drying 5.3 Interrupting a programme A running programme can be interrupted at any time to add/remove an item of washing before time. After closing the appliance door the heat pump starts after a waiting time of 10 minutes and the programme duration is lengthened correspondingly. ➤ Open the appliance door. – The indicator light for the programme selected illuminates. – The programme name and duration remaining or delayed start period flash in the display.
5 Drying 5.5 Programme selection with childproof lock activated ➤ Close the appliance door. ➤ Press the desired programme selection button. In this example: – In the display appears: Childproof lock – The indicator lights for the programme selection buttons flash. ➤ Hold the press the programme selection button depressed and at the same time button. – The indicator lights for the additional functions flash. MIN.
5 Drying Programme abort through door opening ➤ Open the appliance door. – The running programme is interrupted. ➤ Hold the activated programme selection button – the indicator light is illuminated – depressed and at the same time press the button. – The programme is aborted.
5 Drying 5.6 End of programme – In the display appears: – The indicator light for the programme that has finished illuminates. – The indicator light for the flashes. End of programme Clean filter in door button «Crease guard» starts if the appliance is not unloaded straightaway. When it has finished, the indicator lights and display go out. Unloading the washing ➤ Open the appliance door. – The indicator lights and the display go out. ➤ Unload the washing. ➤ Clean the door filter.
6 Care and maintenance To minimize the risk of fire hazard regularly clean the filters! 6.1 Cleaning intervals 1 4 3 2 Pos.
6 Care and maintenance 6.2 Error message A9 A9 Mesh and filter clean A thick coating of fluff results in a reduced process air flow which can impair the drying process and activate fault message «A9 Mesh and filter clean».
6 Care and maintenance 6.4 Cleaning the door filter ➤ Open the appliance door. ➤ Lift the door filter 1 out. ➤ Remove any fluff. ➤ Hold door mesh filter up to the light to detect deposits. Wash door mesh filter to clean off heavy deposits. ➤ 46 ➤ Clean with an abrasive liquid cleaning agent (immerse if necessary) and a sponge; use cleaning vinegar to soften hard water. ➤ Rinse off under running water and allow to drip dry. Replace the door filter. Ensure it is positioned correctly.
6 Care and maintenance 6.5 Clean the base cassette ➤ Open the appliance door. ➤ Open the cover 1 by pressing the release catch 2. ➤ Remove the cassette in base 3. ➤ Remove fluff from the base mesh filter in the base cassette. ➤ Replace the cassette in base and close the cover. The appliance will not start without the cassette in base being in place. 6.6 Open the appliance door. ➤ Open the cover 1 by pressing the release catch 2.
6 Care and maintenance 6.7 Cleaning the filter mat Clean filter mat in base mesh filter every six months Never operate the appliance without the filter mat. A spare filter mat is included in the service set supplied. ➤ Open the appliance door. ➤ Open the cover 1 by pressing the release catch 2. ➤ Remove the cassette in base 3. ➤ Remove the mesh filter in base 4 from the 4 cassette in base. ➤ Remove the filter mat 5 from the mesh filter in base.
6 Care and maintenance Cleaning the filter mat in front of the heat pump as required Never remove the filter mat. If the «A9 Mesh and filter clean» error message still appears after the filters and the filter mat have been cleaned, clean the filter mat in front of the heat pump very carefully using a vacuum cleaner. The fins behind could otherwise be damaged. ➤ Open the appliance door and the cleaning cover. ➤ Remove the cassette in base.
7 Trouble-shooting This section lists problems which you can resolve simply yourself by following the instructions given. If any other error messages appear or if you are unable to resolve the problem, call Customer Services. Before calling Customer Services, please note down the error message in full (message, (FN) serial number F.. see instructions EXXX FNXXX XXXXXX and (E) error number). 7.
7 Trouble-shooting … A3 Moisture sensor appears clean Possible cause Solution • The moisture sensor is dirty or wet. ➤ Clean the moisture sensor and then wipe dry. ➤ Cancel the error message by pressing the button. ➤ Start the programme. ➤ If the fault reappears, note down the complete error message and FN number, then switch off mains supply once more. ➤ Call Customer Services.
7 Trouble-shooting … F.. see instructions FNXXX XXXXXX EXXX appears Possible cause Solution • Various situations can lead to an «F» error message. ➤ Cancel the error message by pressing the button. ➤ Switch mains supply off for approx. 1 minute, then switch back on. ➤ Select a programme. ➤ If the fault reappears, note down the complete error message and FN number, then switch off mains supply once more. ➤ Call Customer Services.
7 Trouble-shooting … Insert base cassette appears with filter in base Possible cause Solution • The following parts in the appliance have not been inserted properly: ➤ Insert parts correctly. ➤ Close the cover. – Cassette in base – Mesh filter in base – Filter mat … it is not possible to select a new programme after closing the appliance door Possible cause Solution • A programme was interrupted. ➤ Press the ➤ Select a new programme. button.
7 Trouble-shooting … the washing is not dry enough Possible cause Solution • The load contains different types of fabric. ➤ Select a longer programme. ➤ Select the ➤ Change the level of dryness. ➤ Plug in at the mains. ➤ Turn the mains switch on. ➤ Check the fuses. • The moisture sensor is dirty. ➤ Clean the moisture sensor. • The demonstration mode is activated. ➤ Pull out and replace the mains connector plug and then plug it in again.
7 Trouble-shooting … the washing is charged with static electricity Possible cause Solution • Wash items that are made Static charge is a normal characteristic of of man-made fibres. man-made fibres and nothing to do with the appliance. … the duration remaining indicator remains frozen for a longer period Possible cause Solution • Not reached the level of dryness required. ➤ This is not a malfunction. No action is necessary.
8 Drying tips 8.1 Fabric care symbols To select the right drying programme, follow the fabric care symbols on garment labels. Tumble dry, medium heat Tumble dry, low heat Do not tumble dry General tips • For the wash you are recommended not to use fabric conditioners or other fabric care solutions, otherwise comply with the manufacturer’s instructions. Tumble drying automatically leaves fabrics soft and fluffy.
8 Drying tips • Woollen and silk fabrics often carry the «Do not tumble dry» label. ➤ For woollen and silk fabrics, follow the fabric care symbols on garment labels. ➤ Press the button and select the relevant programme. • For easy-care fabrics (e.g. shirts and cotton mixed fabrics), additionally select the easy care function and put only a few items in the drum. • Knitted and woven items (e.g. T-shirts) tend to shrink. Additionally select the easy care function.
9 Spare parts Please give model number and exact description when ordering parts.
10 Technical data Dimensions Height: 85 cm Width: 60 cm Depth: 60 cm Weight: 65 kg Dry load capacity: 6 kg Ambient conditions Permissible room temperatures when appliance in operation 5 °C to 35 °C Electrical connection ➤ See identification plate 59
10 Technical data 10.1 Notes for testing institutes ➤ The correct determination of the declaration data is given with wash item after an intake phase of 5 complete drying programmes (Automatic programme: Normal drying ). ➤ Wash the base mesh filter in the base cassette after every drying programme. ➤ The moisture sensor is calibrated based on average water hardness levels. To adjust the water conductivity value of the appliance according to the norm (0.
11 Disposal Packaging • All packaging materials (cardboard, plastic film (PE) and polystyrene (EPS)) are marked and should, if possible, be collected for recycling and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. Disconnection • Disconnect the appliance from the mains. With a fixed appliance, this is to be carried out by a qualified electrician! Safety • Disable the appliance to prevent accidents caused by improper use, especially through children playing.
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13 Index A Additional functions. . . . . Additional programme. . . Airing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ambient conditions . . . . . Appliance Construction . . . . . . . . . Description . . . . . . . . . . Loading. . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic energy-saving standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic programmes. . Selecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, ... 19, ... 24 14 22 59 . . . . . . . 13 . . . . . . . 12 . . . . . . . 35 . . . . . . . 60 . . . . 14, 20 .
13 Index F Fabric care symbols Fabric conditioners . Fabric types . . . . . . . Factory settings . . . . Favourites . . . . . . . . Changing. . . . . . . . Defining . . . . . . . . . Deleting . . . . . . . . . Starting . . . . . . . . . Filter mat Cleaning . . . . . . . . Finished washing for First time using . . . . Fluff . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fluffing. . . . . . . . . . . Function test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... the ... ... ... ... . . . . . . . . . . .
13 Index T Technical data. . . . . . Testing institutes Notes . . . . . . . . . . . Timed drying . . . . . . . Selecting . . . . . . . . . Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transport. . . . . . . . . . Tumbler dryer sheets Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 20 38 56 ..5 56 ..2 U Ultra care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14 Repair service The TROUBLE-SHOOTING section will help you to carry out small repairs yourself, saving you the time and trouble of calling out a service technician and the cost that goes along with it. Whether you contact us about a malfunction or an order, please always state the serial number (FN) and the model type of your appliance. Enter these details below and also on the service sticker which comes with the appliance. Stick it in a conspicuous place or in your telephone or address book.
Quick instructions Please first read the safety precautions in the operating instructions! ➤ Open the appliance door ➤ Check the door filter ➤ Load the washing ➤ Close the appliance door ➤ Select programme ➤ Select any additional functions, if required ➤ The appliance starts automatically after 20 seconds After the programme has finished: ➤ Unload the dry washing when the indicator light for the ➤ Clean the door filter ➤ Close the appliance door button flashes When you have finished was
