This document is a user manual for the Electrolux EW9H3866MB Tumble Dryer, providing comprehensive information on its safe operation, features, and maintenance.
Function Description
The Electrolux EW9H3866MB is a tumble dryer designed for household use, capable of drying various fabric types with a maximum load capacity of 8 kg. It offers a range of drying programs tailored to different materials, including Cotton Eco, Cotton, Synthetics, Delicates, Duvet, Refresh, Silk, Wool, Outdoor, Denim, Bedlinen XL, and Mixed XL. The appliance utilizes a heat pump system, which contributes to its A+++ energy efficiency class, making it an energy-saving choice for drying laundry. The drying process involves circulating warm air through the drum to remove moisture from clothes. The condensed water is collected in a water container, which needs to be emptied regularly, or can be automatically drained if an optional draining kit is installed. The dryer also features a heat exchanger, which is part of the efficient drying system and requires periodic cleaning.
Usage Features
The tumble dryer is operated via a control panel that includes a program knob, touch buttons for various options, and a display. To start a program, the user first activates the appliance with the On/Off button, selects a program using the knob, and then chooses any desired options before pressing the Start/Pause button.
Program Selection and Customization:
- Program Knob and RESET switch: Used to select the desired drying program. Rotating the knob to the "Reset" position allows for changing a program or resetting the appliance.
- Dryness Level: This option allows users to adjust the final dryness of the laundry, with settings such as Extra Dry, Cupboard Dry, and Iron Dry. This is particularly useful for preparing clothes for immediate wear, storage, or ironing.
- Time Dry: For specific needs, users can set a custom drying duration from 10 minutes to 2 hours. This is recommended for small loads or single items.
- Delay Start: This feature enables users to postpone the start of a program from 1 to 20 hours, offering flexibility to fit drying cycles into their schedule.
Specialized Drying Options:
- Extra Anticrease: Extends the anti-crease phase at the end of the drying cycle by 30, 60, 90 minutes, or 2 hours. This helps reduce creases in the laundry, making ironing easier. Laundry can be removed during this phase.
- Reverse Plus: Increases the frequency of drum reversals to minimize items twisting and tangling, improving drying uniformity and further reducing creases. This is especially beneficial for large or long items like sheets, trousers, and dresses.
- Extra Silent: Operates the appliance with reduced noise levels, without compromising drying quality. This option results in a longer cycle time but is ideal for use during quiet hours.
- End Alert: Activates or deactivates an audible buzzer that signals the end of the cycle, the start and end of the anti-crease phase, or a cycle interruption. This feature is on by default.
Safety and Convenience:
- Child Lock: Prevents children from tampering with the appliance during operation by locking the touch buttons. Only the On/Off button remains unlocked.
- Internal Light: The drum is equipped with an LED light for better visibility when loading and unloading laundry.
- Door Reversibility: The appliance door can be reversed for ease of loading or installation flexibility.
- Stacking Kit: The dryer can be stacked on top of a washing machine using an authorized stacking kit, saving space.
Display Indicators:
The display provides crucial information and alerts, including:
- Laundry dryness options (iron dry, cupboard dry, extra dry)
- Time drying and delay start options
- Indicators for checking the heat exchanger, cleaning the filter, and draining the water container
- Child lock status
- Drying, cooling, and anti-crease phases
- Program duration and extension of the anti-crease phase
- Error codes for troubleshooting
Maintenance Features
Regular maintenance is essential for the optimal performance and longevity of the tumble dryer. The manual outlines several key cleaning tasks.
Filter Cleaning:
The lint filter must be cleaned before or after each use. The display will show a filter symbol as a reminder.
- Open the appliance door.
- Pull the filter upwards to remove it.
- Open the filter.
- Remove lint from both parts of the filter by hand or with a soft brush.
- Close the filter.
- Push the filter back into its socket until it clicks into place.
If necessary, fluff can be removed from the filter socket and gasket using a vacuum cleaner.
Emptying the Water Container:
The water container collects condensed water during the drying cycle and needs to be emptied when the corresponding indicator appears on the display or at the end of each program.
- Pull the water container out.
- Empty the water into a basin or drain.
- Push the water container back into the appliance.
The collected water can be used as an alternative to distilled water for steam ironing, provided dirt residues are removed with a filter. The water container indicator can also be deactivated if a draining kit is installed for automatic water discharge.
Cleaning the Heat Exchanger:
The heat exchanger should be cleaned periodically to maintain drying efficiency.
- Open the appliance door.
- Pull the filter upwards to remove it.
- Close the appliance door.
- Open the heat exchanger lid by pressing the button.
- Turn the locking levers to unlock the heat exchanger cover.
- Pull the heat exchanger cover outwards.
- Clean the heat exchanger using a moist cloth or a vacuum cleaner.
- Push the heat exchanger cover back into place.
- Turn the locking levers to lock the heat exchanger cover.
- Close the heat exchanger lid.
- Reinsert the filter.
General Cleaning:
- Drum Cleaning: The inner surface of the drum and drum lifters should be cleaned with a moist soft cloth and a standard neutral soap detergent. Abrasive materials or steel wool should not be used.
- Control Panel and Housing: These surfaces can be cleaned with a moist soft cloth and a standard neutral soap detergent. Furniture cleaning agents or corrosive cleaning agents should be avoided.
- Airflow Slots: Fluff should be removed from the airflow slots using a vacuum cleaner to ensure proper ventilation.
Troubleshooting:
The manual includes a troubleshooting section to address common issues such as the appliance not activating, programs not starting, the door not closing, or unsatisfactory drying results. It provides possible solutions, including checking the mains plug, fuse, filter, water container, and ensuring correct program selection and room temperature. Error codes displayed on the appliance also guide users to potential problems, recommending deactivation, reactivation, and contacting a service center if the issue persists.
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