This document provides regulatory guidelines and safety information for a tumble dryer, also referred to as a clothes dryer or secadora. The manual is available in English, French, Dutch, and Spanish, and was published in July 2021 (07/2021 - V1).
Function Description:
The appliance is designed for drying textiles that have been previously washed and spun in a washing machine. It is intended for domestic use and is suitable for drying normally damp cotton textiles using its standard cotton program, which is also the most energy-efficient program for this purpose and may be identified by the term "ECO." The drying cycle includes a final cool-down phase without heat to ensure items are not damaged by excessive temperatures.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Drying Capacity: The appliance is designed to dry a maximum mass of dry laundry in kilograms, as indicated on a sheet attached to the instructions.
- Power Supply: The appliance is powered by an alternating current and must be connected to a mains socket with a protective earth connection. It should not be connected via an extension cable or power strip.
- Refrigeration System: If the appliance is a condensing dryer with a heat pump, it is equipped with a hermetic motor-compressor refrigeration system. Users are cautioned not to damage this refrigeration circuit.
- Ventilation: The appliance requires adequate ventilation to prevent the backflow of gas from other fuel-burning appliances. If it is a vent dryer, the exhausted air must not be evacuated into a duct used for fumes from other appliances. Ventilation openings at the base must not be blocked.
Usage Features:
- Safety for Children: The appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above, and by individuals with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capacities, or lack of experience/knowledge, provided they are supervised and instructed on safe use and associated risks. Children under 3 years old should be kept away unless constantly supervised. Children should not play with the device, nor perform cleaning or maintenance without supervision.
- Pre-Drying Preparation:
- Always read textile labels before placing items in the dryer to avoid damage.
- Remove all items, such as lighters and matches, from pockets before drying.
- Do not dry unwashed items.
- Items soiled with substances like cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol, kerosene, stain removers, turpentine, wax, or wax removal substances should be washed in hot water with extra detergent before drying.
- Items made of foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber-lined items, or clothing/pillows with foam rubber parts should not be dried.
- Fabric softeners or similar products should be used according to their instructions.
- Installation:
- The appliance should not be installed on a carpet or similar floor covering that could block ventilation openings.
- It must not be installed behind a locking door, a sliding door, or a door with a hinge on the opposite side, which would prevent full opening.
- The power socket must remain accessible, or a switch must be installed in the wiring system to allow disconnection from the power supply.
- Ensure sufficient space behind the appliance so it is not in direct contact with the mains socket.
- Operation:
- Never stop the appliance before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out to dissipate heat.
- The appliance must not be powered via an external switch (e.g., a timer) or connected to a circuit regularly switched on and off by the utility provider.
- If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales department, or similarly qualified persons.
- Do not use the appliance outdoors.
Maintenance Features:
- Cleaning:
- Consult the operating instructions for specific cleaning and maintenance details.
- If a fluff collector (textile lint) is included, it should be cleaned frequently.
- Do not allow fluff (textile lint) to accumulate around the appliance.
- Do not use chemicals for cleaning the appliance.
- Any cleaning or in-depth maintenance work must be performed with the electrical outlet disconnected.
- Do not use a steam cleaner when cleaning the appliance.
- Troubleshooting & After-Sales Service:
- In case of malfunction not resolvable with the provided information, contact after-sales service.
- For problems, first consult the operating guidelines, cleaning/maintenance chapters, and error code descriptions.
- Use the self-diagnostic assessment tool on the Electro-Dépôt website (www.electrodepot.fr/sav for France, www.electrodepot.be/fr/sav or www.electrodepot.be/nl/dnv for Belgium, www.electrodepot.es/servicio-postventa for Spain).
- If the problem persists, request support via the website or call the service number on your sales receipt/invoice.
- The warranty is a minimum of 2 years from purchase, covering home shipment costs, professional intervention, and spare parts (excluding peace of mind or extended warranties).
- Self-repair is possible, with tutorials available on www.spareka.fr (France only). However, any user or non-professional repair may jeopardize safety and property, and the manufacturer is not responsible for damages resulting from user error or non-compliance with repair instructions.
- Before any intervention, disconnect the device from all power sources (electricity, water, etc.). Capacitors may need to be discharged using insulated tools to avoid electric shock.
Waste Management:
- Users are legally responsible for sorting the product (including accessories), manuals, and packaging for recycling.
- Electrical/electronic devices must not be sorted with other household waste.
- Used products and packaging should be kept away from children.
- Keep the manual(s) for the appliance's lifetime and transfer them with the appliance if it is given to a third party.
- France Only: Refer to www.consignesdetri.fr for packaging and instructions, and www.quefairedemesdechets.fr for product recycling. Contact local authorities if internet access is unavailable.
- Other Countries: Check with local authorities for packaging, instructions, or product waste sorting and recycling measures.
Symbols Used:
- CE: Appliance complies with European regulations.
- Recycling Symbol: Waste sorting guidelines for product and packaging recycling. Manufacturer contributes financially to collection, sorting, and recycling of packaging.
- Crossed-out Wheelie Bin: Product must not be sorted or recycled with other household waste at the end of its life.
- Alternating Current Symbol: Appliance is powered by alternating current.
- Book Symbol: Read the user manual.
- Hot Surface Symbol (SSS): Caution: Hot surface.
- Flame Symbol: Danger, risk of fire/flammable materials.
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