This document is a user manual for the Sôlt 8kg Heat Pump Clothes Dryer, model GGSHPD800W, version V1.2 0823.
Function Description
The Sôlt 8kg Heat Pump Clothes Dryer is an electrical appliance designed for drying textiles that have been washed with water in a household setting. It utilizes heat pump technology for energy-efficient drying. The dryer has a maximum capacity of 8 kilograms of dry textile material. It is intended for indoor use only.
Important Technical Specifications
- Model: GGSHPD800W
- Size: 595W x 600D x 845H (mm)
- Ambient Temperature: +5°C ~ +35°C
- Rated Input Power: 800W
- Rated Voltage: 220-240V~
- Rated Frequency: 50Hz
- Refrigerant/Amount: R290/120g (environmentally friendly but flammable)
- Net Weight: 41kg
- Rated Capacity: 8.0kg
- GWP: 3
- CO2 - eq: 0.00t
Usage Features
The dryer offers a variety of programs and functions to cater to different laundry needs:
Control Panel
The control panel features an On/Off button, Start/Pause button, additional function buttons, an LED display screen, and a program control dial.
Display Screen Symbols
- Delay: Indicates the delay start function is active.
- Child Lock: Indicates the child lock function is active.
- Time Remaining Indicator / Error Message: Displays remaining time or error codes.
- Clean Filter Warning: Alerts the user to clean the lint filter.
- Anti-crease: Indicates the anti-crease function is active.
- Intensity: Indicates the dryness level setting.
- Your Cycle: Indicates a custom saved program is selected.
Drying Programs
The dryer includes a range of programs for various fabric types and desired dryness levels:
- Cotton:
- Extra: For single or multi-layered cotton laundry to be dried completely for immediate storage. (Max Load: 8.0kg)
- Standard: For normal cotton loads. (Max Load: 8.0kg)
- Iron: For single layered cotton to remain damp for ironing. (Max Load: 8.0kg)
- Delicate: For delicate laundry suitable for drying or hand washing at a low temperature. (Max Load: 1.0kg)
- Mix: For mixed fabrics from cotton and synthetics. (Max Load: 3.5kg)
- Synthetics:
- Extra: For thick or multi-layer synthetic fabrics to be dried completely. (Max Load: 3.5kg)
- Standard: To dry thin synthetic textiles, such as easy-care shirts, baby clothes, or socks, which are not ironed. (Max Load: 3.5kg)
- Wool: To refresh wool items and make them fresh and fluffy. (Max Load: 1.0kg)
- Denim: To dry jeans or denim clothes spun at high speed in the washing machine. (Max Load: 4.0kg)
- Bed Linen: To dry bed linen, bed sheets, or other large items. (Max Load: 4.0kg)
- Sports: To dry sportswear and thin fabrics from polyester, which are not ironed. (Max Load: 3.0kg)
- Shirts: For easy care laundry such as shirts and blouses with anti-crease functionality to minimize ironing effort. Place clothes loosely in the dryer, remove quickly once dried, and hang on a clothes hanger. (Max Load: 1.0kg)
- Your Cycle: Allows users to define and save their favorite program settings.
- Warm: To dry individual items or to finish the drying process of multi-layer fabrics with different drying behavior (e.g., jackets, pillows). (Min. 10 minutes - Max. 120 minutes)
- Cool: To air items without heating. (Min. 10 minutes - Max. 120 minutes)
- Refresh: To refresh clothes that have been kept in a closed environment for a long time or to remove odors. (Max Load: 1.0kg, Min. 10 minutes - Max. 120 minutes)
Additional Functions
- Delay Function: Allows delaying the start of the drying program by up to 24 hours.
- Time Function: When the "Time" program is selected, this button adjusts the drying time in 10-minute increments.
- Anti-Crease Function: Automatically sets an anti-crease operation time of 30 or 120 minutes at the end of the drying cycle to prevent creases. Available for most programs except Cool, Wool, and Refresh.
- Intensity Function: Adjusts the dryness level of the laundry. Can be activated before the program starts and is available for most programs except Cotton Iron, Delicate, Wool, and Time.
- Child Lock: Prevents accidental button presses by children. Activated by pressing the Anti-Crease button for 3 seconds.
Before Drying
- Thoroughly spin laundry in the washing machine to shorten drying time and save energy.
- Sort laundry by fabric type.
- Close zips, hooks, eyelets, buttons, and tie fabric belts.
- Remove all objects from pockets.
- Close duvet covers and pillow cases.
- Leave jackets open and undo long zips for even drying.
- Do not over-dry clothes to avoid creases.
- Do not dry articles containing rubber or similar elastic materials.
- Keep the area around the dryer clean.
- Open the door only after the program is finished to avoid hot steam.
- Clean the lint filter and empty the water container after each use.
- Do not dry clothes after a dry-clean process.
Installation Positioning
- The appliance is heavy and requires assistance for transport.
- It must be installed in a clean, level place with free air circulation.
- Do not obstruct the front air inlet or rear air intake grilles.
- Do not install behind a lockable door, sliding door, or a door with a hinge on the opposite side that restricts full opening.
- The feet must never be removed.
- Level adjustment can be done by hand or tool.
- The power supply voltage must match the electric specification.
- Do not use power connection boards, universal plugs, multi-plug adapters, or extension cables.
- Optional external drain hose can be used to drain water directly into a floor drain or sink.
Maintenance Features
Cleaning and Care
- Emptying the Water Container: The water container must be emptied after each use. The dryer will pause and display a "full" icon if the container is full. Do not drink the condensate water.
- Cleaning the Door Filter: The door filter must be cleaned after each cycle. Remove fluff, and if necessary, rinse with running water and dry thoroughly before reinstalling. Not cleaning the filter regularly will increase drying time and energy consumption.
- Cleaning the Heat Exchanger: Approximately once every 3 months, remove fluff from the heat exchanger using a vacuum cleaner with a dusting brush. Do not apply pressure to avoid damage to cooling fins.
- Cleaning Your Dryer: Use a clean damp cloth to clean the door (especially the inside window), the sealing around the door opening, the humidity sensor inside the drum, and the filter sealing and air flow openings. Dry all parts with a soft cloth before restarting.
- CAUTION: RISK OF FIRE!
- Only for drying textiles washed with water in the household.
- Reliable earthing is required for the power source.
- Maximum load: 8kg.
- Do not use if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning.
- Do not dry unwashed items.
- Ensure adequate ventilation to prevent backflow of gases.
- Never stop the dryer before the end of the cycle unless items are quickly removed and spread out to dissipate heat.
- Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue used for other fuel-burning appliances.
- Keep pets away.
- Oil-affected items can ignite spontaneously; wash thoroughly in hot water with extra detergent if unavoidable.
- Remove all objects from pockets.
- Openings must not be obstructed.
- Lint trap must be cleaned frequently.
- Lint must not accumulate around the dryer.
- Appliance for indoor use only.
- ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD:
- Do not pull the power cord forcefully.
- Do not plug/unplug with wet hands.
- Do not damage the power cord or plug.
- INJURY DANGER:
- Do not disassemble or install without instruction.
- Do not stack on a washing machine without stacking kits (purchase independent parts if stacking).
- Do not lean on the opened door.
- Do not place objects like candles or electric cookers on the dryer.
- DAMAGE DANGER:
- Do not dry over rated capacity.
- Do not operate without filter door and filter base.
- Do not dry clothes before being spun.
- Do not expose to direct sun; indoor use only.
- Do not install in humid or drenching environments.
- Disconnect power before cleaning; do not wash directly with water.
- EXPLOSION & FIRE DANGER:
- Do not dry clothes with flammable substances (coal oil, alcohol).
- Contains R290 refrigerant; keep away from open flame and ignition sources.
- Do not dry items soiled with cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes, wax removers unless thoroughly washed.
- Do not dry foam rubber, shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber-backed articles, or pillows with foam rubber pads.
- Use fabric softeners as specified by instructions.
- Remove all objects from pockets (lighters, matches).
- Never stop the dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless items are quickly removed and spread out.
Troubleshooting
The manual provides solutions for common issues:
- Display not on: Check power supply, mains plug, selected program, and press On/Off.
- "FUL" Displays: Empty water container, restart dryer. If issue persists, contact service.
- "#" Displays: Clean lint filter.
- Dryer does not start: Check mains connection, power on, door closed, program set, and press Start/Pause.
- Clothes not properly dry or drying time too long: Clean lint filter, empty water container, check drain hose, installation place, air inlet, and use higher drying intensity or time program.
- Humming noises: Normal operation of the compressor.
- Dryer switches off at program end: Normal for energy saving.
Error Messages and Solutions
- "E32" displays: Humidity sensor error. Contact Residentia Group support.
- "E33" displays: Temperature sensor error. Contact Residentia Group support.
- "FUL" displays: Water pump failure, water level sensor failure, or water container is full. Empty the water container. If issue persists, contact Residentia Group support.
Only authorized technicians should carry out repairs. If other prompts appear or the dryer doesn't work, contact Residentia Group support.