Beko 7188234430 - User Manual

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Overview

Function Description
Usage Features
Maintenance Features

This document serves as a comprehensive user manual for a Beko dryer, providing essential information for its safe operation, maintenance, and optimal performance.

Function Description

The Beko dryer is designed for domestic use, specifically for drying laundry that is marked as suitable for tumble drying. It operates by removing dampness from laundry and condensing the water into a tank or draining it directly. The dryer offers various programs tailored to different fabric types and desired dryness levels, including options for cottons, synthetics, delicates, and specialized programs like "Freshen Up" for odor removal and "Babyprotect" for baby clothing. The machine incorporates a compressor, and during operation, water collected from the drying process is pumped to a water tank.

Usage Features

The dryer features a user-friendly control panel with a program selection knob, a remaining duration indicator, and buttons for On/Off, Start/Pause, End Duration, and Sound Warning. Users can select programs based on laundry type and desired dryness, with options like "Iron Dry" for slightly damp clothes, "Cupboard Dry" for ready-to-wear items, and "Extra Dry" for thicker fabrics. The "End Duration" function allows users to delay the start of a program for up to 24 hours. A "Child Lock" feature prevents accidental program changes during operation by deactivating all buttons except the On/Off button. The machine provides sound warnings upon program completion, which can be canceled if desired. Warning symbols on the screen indicate important statuses such as "Filter Cleaning" and "Water Tank Full," prompting the user to perform necessary actions. The dryer also includes a loading door that must be properly closed for operation. For models with a steam function, only distilled water or condensed water from the machine's tank should be used in steam programs, and the door should not be opened while these programs are running.

Maintenance Features

Regular maintenance is crucial for extending the product's service life and preventing problems. Key maintenance tasks include:

Cleaning the Lint Filter: The lint filter, located inside the loading door, collects lint and fibers released during the drying cycle. It must be cleaned after every drying process. The filter can be removed, opened, and cleaned by hand or with a soft cloth. Periodically, the lint filter should be washed with warm water to remove any accumulated layer that might clog its pores, ensuring it is completely dry before reinstallation.
Cleaning the Loading Door Inner Surface: The inner surfaces of the loading door and the door gasket should be wiped with a soft, damp cloth after each drying process to remove any lint or fibers.
Cleaning the Sensor: The dryer is equipped with dampness sensors that detect the dryness level of the laundry. These metal surfaces should be cleaned four times a year with a soft cloth dampened with vinegar, then dried. Metal tools should not be used for cleaning the sensors.
Draining the Water Tank: Condensed water from the drying process accumulates in a water tank. This tank must be drained after every drying cycle. If the tank fills up during a program, a warning LED will blink, and the machine will go into stand-by until the tank is emptied. For models with a direct water drain connection, manual draining is not necessary.
Cleaning the Filter Drawer: For models with a filter drawer behind the kick plate, this component also collects lint and fibers. It should be cleaned periodically, especially when a warning symbol indicates it. The filter drawer sponge can be removed, cleaned of fluff and lint with water, squeezed dry, and then reinserted. The evaporator fins behind the filter drawer should also be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner, or by hand with protective gloves, to remove accumulated lint.
Condenser Unit Cleaning: For models with a condenser unit, it should be cleaned once a month or after every 30 operations.

The manual emphasizes the importance of unplugging the dryer before any maintenance or cleaning. It also warns against using solvents or similar cleaning agents due to the risk of fire and explosion.