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EN ENGLISH HEALTH & SAFETY, USE & CARE and INSTALLATION GUIDES THANK YOU FOR BUYING A BAUKNECHT PRODUCT. In order to receive a more complete assistance, please register your appliance on www.bauknecht.eu/register Index Health and Safety guide SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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EN Health and Safety guide SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT TO BE READ AND OBSERVED Before using the dryer carefully read, Health and Safety and Use and Care guides. Keep these instructions close at hand for future reference. YOUR SAFETY AND SAFETY OF OTHERS IS VERY IMPORTANT. This manual and the dryer itself provide important safety warnings, to be read and observed at all times. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
leading to a damaging of the laundry. If you want to stack the dryer on a washing machine, first contact our After-Sales Service to verify if this is possible. Stacking of a dryer is only admitted if the dryer is safely fixed on the washing machine by using an appropriate stacking kit. INTENDED USE OF THE PRODUCT This dryer is designed solely for domestic usage. To aim the dryer as professional use is forbidden.
EN The dryer is not designed for built-in installation. The dryer can be installed under a worktop, provided that adequate ventilation of the dryer is assured. Install a ventilation grid (minimum 45 cm x 8 cm), in the rear part of the worktop under which the dryer is installed. ELECTRICAL WARNINGS Make sure the voltage specified on the rating plate corresponds to that of your home. For installation to comply with current safety regulations, an omnipolar switch with minimum contact gap of 3 mm is required.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE The dryer must be disconnected from the power supply before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance operation. Never use steam cleaning equipment. SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT For dryer models with heatpump technology: This dryer contains fluorinated greenhouse gas (R134a). The circuit containing this gas is hermetically sealed. The electrical switchgear has a tested leakage rate of less than 0,1% per year.
EN ENERGY SAVING TIPS Always dry a full load, depending on the type of laundry and the programme/ drying time. For more detailed information, see the programme chart. By preference use the maximum spin speed allowed by your washing machine, since draining the water mechanically requires less energy. You will save time and energy when running your drying cycle. Always select the correct programme/drying time for the load in order to obtain the desired drying results.
Use and Care guide PRODUCT DESCRIPTION APPLIANCE 1. 1. Worktop 2. Control panel 3. Water tank 4. Door 5. Door handle 6. Door filter (behind door) 7. Plinth 8. Adjustable feet (4) 2. 3. 5. 4. 6. 7. 8. CONTROL PANEL 14. 1. 10 13. 2. 3. 12. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 1. On/Off button (Reset if long pressed) 2. Programme button 3. Settings button 4. Key lock button 5. Steam refresh button 6. Knob (Turn to select / Press to confirm) 7. Finish in button 8. Drying / Airing time button 9.
EN DOOR To open the door, pull the handle. To close the door, hold the handle and push so that you can hear it click shut. If you interrupt a running programme by opening the door, the programme will be reset if the dryer door is not closed again within one minute. DRUM LIGHT (if available) • During programme selection: the light goes on for laundry loading • After programme start: the light fades on and off while the laundry load is detected.
HOW TO USE THE APPLIANCE FIRST TIME USE 1. WHEN SWITCHING ON THE DRYER FOR THE FIRST TIME, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO Set the desired language Turn the knob until the desired language appears on the display Set the dryer to recall the last used programme setting or not Turn the knob to select one of the following settings On: the dryer recalls the programme which you used last when switching on the appliance. Off: Eco Cotton is selected by default when switching on the appliance. Confirm by pressing the knob.
EN DAILY USE WARNING Make sure that no lighters or matches remain in the laundry. 1. LOAD THE LAUNDRY Respect the care labels of your laundry; make sure that it is appropriate for being treated in a dryer. Drying Care Labels The dots indicate the temperature degree for drying the laundry. Normal temperature Reduced temperature Do not tumble dry Make sure that the laundry is not soaked with flammable liquids.
mum 180 minutes (three hours). Make sure that the Drying time button lights up. Turn the knob to select the desired drying / airing time. Confirm it by pressing the knob. Set dryness level, if needed If you want to change the dryness level, make sure that the Dryness level button « lights up. Turn the knob to select the desired dryness level, afterwards press the knob to confirm. Select options, if needed If you want to select additional options, make sure that the Options button « lights up.
EN The dryer switches off automatically in about a quarter of an hour after programme end, to save energy. If not switched off right after programme end, the dryer will tumble the laundry for about 10 minutes, to prevent creasing. The display shows an animation. 9. EMPTY WATER TANK / CLEAN DOOR FILTER / CLEAN BOTTOM FILTER Empty • the water tank after each programme • the door filter after each programme • the bottom filter after every fifth programme.
PROGRAMME Type of Wash and Recommendations SYNTHETICS For drying laundry made of synthetic fibres. Care Labels Regulations max. load (kg): 3.5 default programme duration (h): 1:00 selectable options: Steam option, Dryness level, Fresh care, Gentle DELICATES For drying delicate laundry which needs gentle treatment. max. load (kg): 2.5 default programme duration (h): 1:00 selectable options: Fresh care WOOL FINISH JEANS BIG ITEMS For finishing the air-drying process of woollen textiles.
EN PROGRAMME Type of Wash and Recommendations STEAM REFRESH For refreshing laundry with steam. Specifically designed to refresh and remove odours from dry and clean casual garments like shirts, blouses, trousers made out of cotton, synthetics and their blends. Before loading the laundry into the drum, slightly humidify it by spraying it with water (maximum 200 ml; use a water spray bottle). Load the slightly humidified laundry into the drum and start the programme.
PROGRAMME Type of Wash and Recommendations TOWELS For drying robust laundry made of cotton, such as terry towels. Care Labels Regulations max. load (kg): 5.0 default programme duration (h): 1:40 selectable options: Fresh care, Gentle, Rapid OUTDOOR For drying outdoor clothes which are appropriate for being treated in a dryer. max. load (kg): 2.0 default programme duration (h): 1:00 selectable options: Fresh care DOWN JACKETS MINI LOAD For drying big single items such as down jackets.
EN OPTIONS OPTIONS WHICH ARE DIRECTLY SELECTABLE BY PRESSING THE RESPECTIVE BUTTON STEAM OPTION Minimizes creasing of garments made of cotton, synthetics and their blends by adding a humidifying phase at the end of the drying cycle. Use the option with small loads only, unload the garments from the dryer DRYING TIME OPTION To adjust the desired drying time if Drying time or Airing programme has been selected.
FUNCTIONS ON/OFF To switch the dryer on: press the button until the Start/Pause button lights up. To switch the dryer off after programme end: press the button until the lights go off. WARNING KNOB To cancel a running programme: press and hold the button until the display indicates that the programme is cancelled. After cancelling a running out so that the heat is programme, quickly remove dissipated. all items and spread them To select and confirm programmes, options and settings.
EN The colon on the display between hours and minutes blinks. end, that the programme has finished earlier or later. The programme starts automatically, in time to be finished at the end of the delay period. On programme start, the delay on the display is replaced by the remaining programme duration. When selecting a delay, the original programme duration appears again after the maximum possible delay of 23:30 hours.
INDICATORS ENERGY MONITOR The less levels of the energy monitor are lit, the more economic is your programme setting. FAILURE For any failure indication on the display, refer to section TROUBLESHOOTING for more information.
EN ENERGY SAVING AUTOMATIC SWITCH-OFF FUNCTION The dryer is designed to save energy. After the programme has finished, it therefore switches off automatically after about a quarter of an hour. ENERGY SAVING TIPS • The optimum ambience temperature for the dryer is between 15 and 20 °C. In case of a higher temperature, air the room. • To reduce the drying time, make sure that the laundry is spun with the maximum possible spin speed of the wash programme. This reduces the moisture content in the laundry.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE WARNING Do not use flammable fluids to clean the dryer. For any cleaning and maintenance, switch off the dryer. EMPTYING THE WATER TANK Empty the water tank after each programme, provided the drain hose is not connected to your sewage system (refer to INSTALLATION GUIDE). 1. Hold the handle and carefully pull out the water tank. Hold the full water tank with both hands. 2. Empty the water. 24 3. Insert the water tank by pushing it back into place.
CLEANING THE DOOR FILTER EN 3. Clean the door filter after each programme. Make sure that the laundry is unloaded. Open the door. Carefully remove the complete lint from the screen by hand. If needed, the screen can be cleaned also under running water, using a soft brush. 2. Press the button to open the door filter. Clean the filter compartment with a soft cloth, or carefully with a vacuum cleaner. 1. Remove the door filter by pulling it upwards. 4. 5.
CLEANING THE BOTTOM FILTER Clean the bottom filter after every fifth programme. 1. Open the bottom flap. 4. Clean the filter foam and the filter by hand or under running water. Do not wash the filter foam in the washing machine. 2. Hold the handle and pull out the bottom filter. 5. Carefully wring out the filter foam. Do not insert it in the bottom filter dripping wet. 3. Remove the foam from the bottom filter, to clean it. 6. Fix the filter foam on the bottom filter. 7.
EN 8. Insert the bottom filter again. Make sure that it 10. Close the bottom flap. is completely integrated in the filter compartment. 9. Clap the filter handle downwards.
CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE DRYER Use a soft damp cloth to clean the outer parts of the dryer. Do not use glass or general purpose cleaners, scouring powder or similar to clean the control panel – these substances might damage the surfaces.
EN REVERSING THE DOOR STOP If needed, the door stop of the dryer door can be reversed. Use pliers and a cross-head screwdriver for the procedure. 1. Use pliers to turn the contact pin at the inside of the door towards the right by 90° and pull it out. For removing and fixing the door, the help of a second person is recommended. Make sure that the dryer is unplugged. Open the dryer door. 3. Press the small knob above the door lock with a small screwdriver.
5. Fix the door on the left side by turning in the 7. Fix the 2 screws above and below the door lock 2 screws. Take care to screw them in vertically, to avoid pinching off the door seal. 6. Insert the door lock on the right side of the door opening. Press it completely inside the hole and move it a bit downwards, until the small knob of the door lock latches. 30 system. 8. Insert the contact pin on top inside of the door. Turn the contact pin with pliers by 90° towards the right, to lock it.
EN TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE & AFTER-SALES SERVICE Your dryer is equipped with various automatic safety functions. These enable failures to be detected in good time and the safety system can react appropriately. These failures are frequently so minor that they can be removed within a few minutes.
WATER DROPLETS ARE BENEATH THE DRYER 32 Bottom filter not inserted correctly • Check position of the bottom filter and make sure it is completely integrated in the filter compartment. Lint remaining on bottom filter or door seal • Remove lint residues on the rubber seals of bottom filter and door seal. Water tank not inserted correctly • Push in the water tank and make sure that it is completely integrated in the tank compartment.
FAILURE INDICATOR AND MESSAGES EN Make sure to • Empty the water tank after each programme • Clean the door filter after each programme • Clean the bottom filter after every fifth programme Failure Indicator Display message WATER TANK FULL CLEAN BOTTOM FILTER Possible Cause Water tank may be • filled with water • Empty water tank; make sure to insert it properly afterwards. • not correctly positioned • Push in the water tank to make sure that it is correctly inserted in the tank compartment.
Below is a summary of possible failure causes and solutions. If the problem persists after having followed the instructions as indicated below, press and hold On/ Off for at least three seconds. If afterwards the failure indication still appears, switch off and unplug the dryer and contact our After-Sales Service. Failure Indicator 34 Display message Possible Cause Solution F01 to F04 Failure of a component Press and hold On/Off for at least 3 seconds.
EN TRANSPORT AND HANDLING WARNING Never lift the dryer by holding it at the worktop. 1. Unplug the dryer. 2. Make sure that door and water tank are 3. If the drain hose is connected to your sewage system, fix the drain hose on the rear of the dryer again (see Installation Guide). properly closed.
AFTER-SALES SERVICE BEFORE CALLING THE AFTER-SALES SERVICE 1. See if you can solve the problem by yourself with the help of the suggestions given in the TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE. 2. Switch the appliance off and on again to see if the failure persists. IF AFTER THE ABOVE CHECKS THE FAILURE STILL OCCURS, GET IN TOUCH WITH THE NEAREST AFTER-SALES SERVICE To receive assistance, call the number shown on the warranty booklet or follow the instructions on the website www.bauknecht.
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