This document is a user manual for the AEG T8DBG842 Tumble Dryer, providing comprehensive information on its safety, operation, maintenance, and technical specifications.
Function Description
The AEG T8DBG842 is a condenser tumble dryer designed for household use, offering various drying programs and options to suit different fabric types and desired dryness levels. It features a heat pump system, which contributes to its high energy efficiency. The appliance is capable of drying a maximum load of 8 kg of laundry. It includes features like a child lock, delay start, and an anti-crease phase to enhance user convenience and garment care. The dryer is designed to automatically adjust drying duration based on load size and dampness, and it includes indicators for water container fullness and filter cleanliness.
Important Technical Specifications
- Model: T8DBG842, PNC916097888
- Rated Capacity: 8 kg
- Type: Condenser tumble dryer
- Energy Efficiency Class: A++
- Annual Energy Consumption: 234.70 kWh (based on 160 drying cycles of the standard cotton program at full and partial load)
- Energy Consumption (Standard Cotton Program):
- Full load: 1.99 kWh
- Partial load: 1.07 kWh
- Power Consumption (Off-mode): 0.13 W
- Power Consumption (Left-on mode): 0.13 W
- Duration of Left-on Mode: 10 minutes
- Dimensions (Height x Width x Depth): 850 x 600 x 600 mm (maximal 665 mm depth with door open)
- Max. Width with Appliance Door Open: 950 mm
- Adjustable Height: 850 mm (+ 15 mm - feet regulation)
- Drum Volume: 118 L
- Voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
- Sound Power Level: 66 dB
- Total Power: 900 W
- Condensation Efficiency Class: B
- Average Condensation Efficiency (Standard Cotton Program):
- Full load: 82%
- Partial load: 82%
- Weighted: 82%
- Allowed Ambient Temperature: +5°C to +35°C
- Level of Protection against Ingress: IPX4
- Refrigerant Gas: R134a (fluorinated greenhouse gas, hermetically sealed)
- Weight of Refrigerant: 0.300 kg
- Global-warming Potential (GWP): 1430
- Built-in Appliance: No
Usage Features
The tumble dryer offers a variety of programs and options, accessible via a program dial and control panel with a display.
Programs:
- Algod. Eco (Cotton Eco): 8 kg load, "cotton cupboard" dryness level, maximum energy saving.
- Algod. (Cotton): 8 kg load, cupboard dry, ready to store.
- Sintéticos (Synthetics): 3.5 kg load, synthetic and mixed fabrics.
- Mix: 3 kg load, cotton and synthetic fabrics.
- Lana/Lãs (Wool): 1 kg load, gentle drying for hand-washable woollens, Woolmark certified.
- Seda (Silk): 1 kg load, gentle drying of hand-washable silks.
- Ropa de cama/Lençóis (Bed Linen): 3 kg load, for single and double sheets, pillowcases, duvet covers.
- Fácil Plancha/Engomar (Easy Iron): 1 kg (or 5 shirts) load, for easy care fabrics requiring minimal ironing.
- Outdoor: 2 kg load, for technical and sports fabrics, waterproof and breathable jackets, shell jackets with removable fleece or inner insulation.
- Edred. (Duvets): 3 kg load, for single or double duvets and pillows (with feather, down, or synthetic fillings).
Options:
- Nivel de Sec. (Dryness Level): Allows selection of desired dryness: "ready to iron (iron dry)", "ready to store (cupboard dry)", "ready to store + (cupboard dry +)", and "ready to store (extra dry)". The default is "cupboard dry".
- Silencioso (Silent): Operates with low noise, extending cycle time without affecting drying quality.
- ECO: Default option for all programs, ensuring minimum power consumption.
- Anti-arrugas/rugas (Anti-crease): Extends the anti-crease phase by up to 120 minutes (30 minutes default) to prevent creases. Laundry can be removed during this phase.
- Tiempo/Tempo (Time Drying): For cottons, synthetics, and mixed fabrics, allows setting drying time from 10 minutes to 2 hours in 10-minute steps.
- Inicio Diferido (Delay Start): Delays program start from 30 minutes to 20 hours.
- Alarm.: Controls the acoustic signal for cycle end and start/end of the crease guard phase. Default is on.
- Child Lock: Locks all touch buttons and the program dial (except On/Off) to prevent unintended operation.
Daily Use:
- Loading Laundry: Ensure laundry is not trapped in the door seal. Load items one at a time.
- Turning On/Off: Use the On/Off button.
- Auto Off Function: The appliance automatically turns off after 5 minutes of inactivity or 5 minutes after a cycle ends to save energy.
- Program Start: Press the Inicio/Pausa button to start the selected program.
- Program End: The display shows a symbol when the cycle is finished. An acoustic signal sounds if the Alarm option is active. The anti-crease phase starts if the appliance is not turned off.
Maintenance Features
Regular maintenance is crucial for optimal performance and longevity of the appliance.
- Cleaning the Filter: The
filtro symbol illuminates at the end of each cycle, indicating the need to clean the filter.
- Open the door and pull the filter up.
- Push the hook to open the filter.
- Clean both parts of the filter with a moist hand.
- If necessary, use a vacuum cleaner.
- Remove fluff from the filter socket and gasket.
- Place the filter back.
- Emptying the Water Container: The condensed water container must be emptied after each drying cycle. The
tanque/depósito symbol appears if the container is full.
- Pull the container out horizontally.
- Pull out the plastic connection and drain water into a receptacle.
- Push the connection back and place the container back into position.
- Cleaning the Condenser: The
condensador symbol flashes if the condenser needs inspection and cleaning (at least every 6 months).
- Open the door and pull the filter up.
- Open the condenser cover.
- Turn the lever to unlock the condenser lid.
- Lower the condenser lid.
- Remove fluff from the condenser and its compartment using a wet cloth and/or a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment. Caution: Do not touch metal surfaces with bare hands; wear protective gloves.
- Close the condenser lid.
- Turn the lever until it clicks into position.
- Put the filter back.
- Cleaning the Drum: Disconnect the appliance before cleaning. Use a standard neutral soap detergent to clean the inner surface of the drum and drum lifters. Dry with a soft cloth. Caution: Do not use abrasive materials or steel wool.
- Cleaning the Control Panel and Housing: Use a standard neutral soap detergent and a moist cloth. Dry with a soft cloth. Caution: Do not use furniture cleaning agents or corrosive cleaning agents.
- Cleaning the Airflow Slots: Use a vacuum cleaner to remove fluff from the airflow slots at the bottom of the appliance.
Accessories:
- Stacking Kit (SKP11, STA9): Available for stacking the tumble dryer on top of a washing machine.
- Draining Kit (DK11): For direct drainage of condensed water into a basin, siphon, or gully. The installed hose must be 50-100 cm from floor level and not in a loop.
- Pedestal with Drawer (PDSTP10, E6WHPED2): Increases appliance height for easier loading/unloading and provides storage.
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