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Care, Use and Installation booklet
TUMBLE DRYER
Contents
English 1
AS66VX
Warnings and Safety Instructions, 2
Important safety instructions
Grounding instructions
Dryer Description, 3
The front
The back
Control panel
Start and Programs, 4-5
Choosing a program
Table of programs
Laundry, 6-7
Sorting your laundry
Wash care labels
Special clothing items
Drying times
Maintenance and Care, 8
When to switch off the electricity
Clean the filter after each cycle
Check the drum after each cycle
Cleaning the dryer
Troubleshooting, 9
Spare parts
Installation, 10-11
Electrical
Where to put your dryer
Exhaust ducting
Stacking kit
Warnings and Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
! The appliance has been designed and built
according to international safety standards.
These warnings are given for safety reasons and must
be read carefully.
Important safety instructions
WARNING:
To ieduce the risk Of fire l eiectric shook or inJuiY
persons when using you[ appliance, follow the basic
precautionsl including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the appliance.
• Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents or other flammable or explosive substances, as they
give off vapours that could ignite or explode.
• Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance.
Close supervision of children is necessary when the
appliance is used near children.
• Before the appliance is removed from service or
discarded, remove the door to the drying compartment.
• Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
• Do not install or store this appliance where it will be
exposed to the weather.
• Do not tamper with the controls.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or
attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the
user-maintenance instructions.
• Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static
unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric
softener or product.
• Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or
similarly textured rubber-like materials.
• Clean the lint filter before and after each load (see
Maintenance).
• Keep the area around the exhaust opening and adjacent
surroundings free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.
• The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be
cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.
Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a
chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.
• This tumble dryer has been designed for home, and not
professional, use.
• This dryer must be used by adults, and the instructions in
this booklet should be followed carefully.
• Do not touch the appliance while barefoot or with wet
hands or feet.
• The appliance must be installed correctly and have
proper ventilation. The air intake vents behind the
machine, the outlet vents should never be obstructed (see
Installation).
• Check to see if the dryer is empty before loading it.
• _, The back of the dryer could become very hot.
Never touch it while in use.
• Do not use the dryer unless the filter is securely in place
(see Maintenance).
• Do not overload the dryer (see Laundryfor maximum
loads).
• Do not load items that are dripping wet.
• Tumble dry items only if they have been washed with
detergent and water, rinsed and been through the spin
cycle. It is a fire hazard to dry items that have not been
washed with water.
• Carefully check all instructions on clothing labels (see
Laundry).
• Do not tumble dry large, very bulky items.
• Do not tumble dry acrylic fibres at high temperatures.
• Complete each program with its Air Fluff phase.
• Never climb on top of the dryer. It could result in damage.
• Comply with specified electrical requirements (see
Installation).
• Always buy original spare parts and accessories (see
Troubleshooting).
Grounding instructions (see installation)
WARNING:
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED
Improper connection of the equiument-grour-ding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or service reuresentative or
personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the
auuliance is urouerly grounded!
In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding
will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a
path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance
is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
DO NOT modify the plug provided with the appliance:
if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician or exchange the cord with an
appropriate one rated for the dryer.
REFER TO THE RATING PLATE FOR VOLTAGE AND
CURRENT REQUIREMENTS (see diagram for location).
The dryer should be connected to the mains supply
via a suitable socket which is accessible after
installing your dryer. This dryer must be connected to
15A INDIVIDUAL BRANCH CIRCUIT.
For full details see Installation Instruction sections of this
book.
IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OFTHE ABOVE CONSULT
A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
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Dryer Description
The front The back
Control Panel Drum Air Intake Vent
Model & Serial
numbers
Filter Caution: Hot!
Control panel
HEAT
Button
Indicator
Drying Guide Special Programs Guide
PROGRAMS
Knob
The START button begins drying a selected
program (see Start and Programs).
The HEAT button selects drying temperature (see
Start and Programs).
OUT: HIGH heat.
IN: LOW heat.
The Drying Guide allows you to consult a user friendly
table of fabric types and load capacities.
The Special Programs Guide gives a guide to the
available programs.
The PROGRAMS knob sets the program: rotate it
clockwise, never counter-clockwise, until the
indicator is pointing to the program you want to select
(see Start and Programs). The programs knob will
advance to the '0' position after the program ends.
Start and Programs
Choosing a program
1. Plug the dryer into the electrical socket.
2. Sort your laundry according to fabric type (see
Laundry).
3. Open the door and make sure the filter is clean
and in place (see Maintenance).
4. Load the machine and make sure that the items
are not in the way of the door seal. Close the door.
5. Choose the drying program by checking the
Programs table (see Programs) as well as the
indications for each type of fabric (see Laundry).
- Set the temperature with the HEAT button.
- Select a program or drying time by rotating the
PROGRAMS knob clockwise.
6.
7.
8.
Press the START button to begin.
During the drying program, you can check on
your laundry and take out items that are dry
while others continue drying. When you close
the door again, press START in order to resume
drying.
About 10 minutes before the program is
completed, it enters the final AIR FLUFF phase
(fabrics are cooled), which should always be
allowed to complete.
Open the door, take your laundry out, clean the
filter and replace it (see Maintenance).
9. Unplug the dryer.
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Programs
Program
Timed Drying
up to 170 minutes
Fabric Care
Air Fluff Phase
Fabric Care
Easy Iron
Fabric Care
Automatic
ADrying
What it does... How to set it...
Dries wet clothing
Heating elements turn
themselves off and clothing is
cooled down.
Brief program (approximately
10 minutes) that softens fibers
of clothing that is ready for
ironing.
Dries completely: your clothes
are ready to be worn.
Regular Cottons,
Permanent Press.
1. Select required heat setting HiGH
HEAT or LOW HEAT by pressing
the HEAT button.
2. Position the PROGRAMS knob on
the desired time.
3. Press the START button.
This is the final phase of all programs.
Approximately 10 minutes before the
finish, the knob advances
automatically to the Air Fluff phase.
After this the clothing is ready to be
taken out.
1.
2.
3.
Select HiGH HEAT by pressing the
HEAT button.
Position the PROGRAMS knob on
Press the START button.
1. Select HIGH HEAT by pressing the
HEAT button.
2. Position the PROGRAMS knob
enid.
3. Press the STARTbutton.
Note:
Consult suggested drying
times (see Laundry).
Always allow the dryer to
complete this phase.
! This is not a drying
program (see below).
! If you select LOW HEAT,
this program will not dry your
clothes. For Acrylic fibers or
small loads select Timed
Drying.
Easy Iron Program
Easy Iron is a short 10 minute programme (8 minutes of heat followed by a 2 minute Air Fluff period) which fluffs the
fibers of clothing that have been left in the same position/location for an extended period of time. The cycle relaxes
the fibers and makes them easier to iron and fold.
! Easy Iron is not a drying program
For best results:
1. Do not load more than the maximum capacity.
These numbers refer to the dry weight:
Fabric
Regular Cotton and Regular Cotton mix
Permanent Press
Denim
Maximum load
5.5 Ib /2.5 kg
41b/2kg
41b/2kg
2. Unload the dryer immediately after the end of the program, hang, fold or iron the articles and put them away.
Should this not be possible, repeat the program.
The Easy Iron effect varies from one fabric to the next. It works very well on traditional fabrics like Regular Cottons
or Regular Cotton mix, and less well on acrylic fibers.
Laundry
Sorting your laundry
• Check symbols on clothing labels to make sure
that the articles can be tumble dried.
• Sort laundry by fabric type.
• Empty pockets and check buttons.
• Close zippers and hooks and tie loose belts and
strings.
• Wring out each item in order to eliminate as much
excess water as possible.
! Do not load dripping wet clothes into the dryer.
Maximum load size
Do not load more than maximum capacity.
These numbers refer to dry weight:
Natural fibres: 6 kg max (13 Ib)
Synthetic fibres: 3 kg max (6.6 Ib)
! DO NOT overload the dryer as this could result in
reduced drying performance.
Typical weights
Clothes
Blouse Cotton 150 g 5 oz
Other 100 g 3 oz
Dress Cotton 500 g 1 Ib 2 oz
Other 350 g 12 oz
Jeans 700 g 1 Ib 6 oz
10 Diapers 1000 g 2 Ib 3 oz
Shirt Cotton 300 g 10 oz
Other 200 g 7 oz
T-Shirt 125 g 4 oz
Household Items
Duvet cover Cotton 1500 g 3 Ib 5 oz
(Double) Other 1000 g 2 Ib 3 oz
Large Tablecloth 700 g 1 Ib 6 oz
Small Tablecloth 250 g 9 oz
Tea Towel 100 g 3 oz
Bath Towel 700 g 1 Ib 6 oz
Hand Towel 350 g 12 oz
Double Sheet 500 g 1 Ib 2 oz
Single Sheet 350 g 12 oz
At the end of a drying cycle, cottons could still be
damp if you grouped cottons and permanent press
items together. If this happens simply give them an
additional short period of drying.
Wash Care Labels
Look at the labels on your garments, especially when
tumble drying for the first time. The following symbols
are the most common:
D May be tumble dried
}_ Do not tumble dry
[] Tumble dry at high heat setting
E_ Tumble dry at low heat setting
What not to tumble dry in your dryer:
• Articles that contain rubber or rubber-like materials
or plastic film (pillows, cushions, or PVC rainwear),
any other flammable objects or objects that contain
flammable substances (towels soiled with hair spray).
• Glass fibres (certain types of draperies).
• Items which have been dry cleaned.
• Items with the ITCL Code (see Special clothing
items) }_. These can be cleaned with special
at-home dry cleaning products. Follow instructions
carefully.
• Large bulky items (quilts, sleeping bags, pillows,
cushions, large bedspreads etc). These expand
when drying and would prevent airflow through
the dryer.
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Special clothing items
Blankets and Bedspreads: acrylic items (Acilan,
Courtelle, Orion, Dralon) must be dried with special
care on LOW heat setting. Avoid drying for a long
period of time.
Pleated or creased garments: read the manufacturer's
drying instructions on the garment.
Starched articles: do not dry these with non-starched
items. Make sure that as much of the starch solution is
removed from the load as possible before placing it in
the dryer. Do not over-dry: the starch will become
powdery and leave your clothing limp, which defeats
the purpose of starch.
Drying times
The table below presents APPROXIMATE drying times
in minutes. Weights refer to dry garments:
Regular Cottons
High (full) Heat
Drying times 800-1000rpm in washing machine
Half Load Full Load
2 Ib 4 Ib 7 Ib 9 Ib 11 Ib 13 Ib
1 kg 2kg 3kg 4kg 5kg 6kg
25-35 55-65 80-95 100-120 125-145 150-170
Permanent Press
High (full) Heat
Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine
Half Load Full Load
2 Ib 4 Ib 7 Ib
1 kg 2 kg 3 kg
20-35 45-55 65-80
Delicates/Acrylics
Low (gentle) Heat
Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine
Half Load Full Load
2 Ib 4 Ib
1 kg 2 kg
100-115 140-150
Times are approximate and can vary depending
upon:
•Amount of water retained in clothes after spin
cycle: towels and delicates retain a lot of water.
• Fabrics: items that are the same type of fabric but
different textures and thicknesses may not have
the same drying time.
• Quantity of laundry: single items or small loads
may take longer to dry.
Dryness: If you are going to iron some of your
clothes, they can be taken out while still a bit
damp. Others can be left longer if you need them
to be completely dry.
• Heat setting.
• Room temperature: if the room where the dryer is
located is cold, it will take longer for the dryer to
dry your clothes.
Bulk: some bulky items can be tumble dried with
care. We suggest that you remove these items
several times, shake them out, and return them to
the dryer until finished.
! Do not over-dry your clothes.
All fabrics contain a little natural moisture, which
keeps them soft and fluffy.
Maintenance and Care
When you should switch off the electricity
Unplug the dryer when not using it, when cleaning it
and during maintenance activities.
Check the drum after each cycle
Turn the drum manually in order to remove small items
(handkerchiefs) that could have been left behind.
Clean the filter after each cycle
The filter is an important part of your dryer:
it accumulates lint and fluff that is formed while drying.
Small items could also become trapped in the filter.
When finished drying, therefore, clean the filter by
rinsing it under running water or with your vacuum
cleaner. Should the filter become clogged up, the airflow
inside the dryer will be seriously compromised: drying
times lengthen and you will consume more energy. It
may also damage your dryer.
i The filter is found in front
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.Removing the filter:
1. Pull the plastic grip of
the filter upwards (see
diagram).
2. Clean the filter and
replace it correctly.
Ensure the filter is fully
located flush into the
tumble dryer trim.
! Do not use the dryer without replacing the filter..
Cleaning the drum
! Do not use abrasives, steel wool or stainless steel
cleaning agents to clean the drum.
A coloured film may start to appear on the stainless
steel drum, this may be caused by a combination of
water and, or cleaning agents such as fabric conditioner
from the wash. This coloured film will not affect the
dryer performance.
Cleaning the dryer
• External parts in metal or plastic and rubber parts
can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
Periodically check the vent tube and any
permanent venting fixture to make sure that there
has been no accumulation of fluff or lint, and
remove it.
• Remove lint that collects around the filter and the
outlet vents.
! Do not use solvents or abrasives.
! Your dryer uses special bearing components which
do not need lubrication.
! Have your dryer checked regularly by authorized
technicians to ensure electrical and mechanical safety.
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Troubleshooting
ARiSTON
Before you call our Customer Care Department, go through the following troubleshooting suggestions:
Problem:
The dryer won't start.
Possible causes /Solution:
• The plug is not plugged into the socket, or not making contact.
• There has been a power outage.
• The fuse has blown.
• The door is not closed securely?
• The PROGRAMS knob has not been set properly (see Start and Programs).
• The START button has not been pressed (see Start and Programs).
Its taking a long time to dry. • The filter has not been cleaned (see Maintenance).
• The temperature setting is not ideal for the type of fabric you are drying
(see Start and Programs, and see Laundry).
• Automatic /Sensor Dry programs require a HIGH temperature setting
(see Start and Programs).
• The correct program has not been selected for this load (see Start and
Programs, and see Laundry).
• The exhaust duct is obstructed (see Installation).
• The air intake vent is obstructed (see Installation).
• The permanent ventilation flap on the storm cover is obstructed (see
Installation).
• The items were too wet (see Laundry).
• The dryer was overloaded (see Laundry).
If you still have a problem, call our Customer Care Department at 1-800-356-0766
Spare Parts
This dryer is a complex machine. Repairing it yourself or having a non-authorized person try to repair it could
cause harm to one or more persons and to the machine, and could invalidate the spare parts warranty.
Call an authorized service center if you experience problems while using the machine.
Conact number: 1-800-356-0766
Installation Instructions
Read these instructions with care.
These instructions are provided for use by qualified installers, in addition the installation must comply with:
In the United States, in accordance with the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA70 - latest edition and any State,
Municipal or local codes,
Electrical
The dryer comes with a three cord power supply cord fitted with a 5-15P (plug), a receptacle should be installed in a
location accessible after the dryer is installed,
Grounding
Some local codes may require a separate ground, In such cases the required ground wire, clamp and screw
must be purchased separately.
NEVER ground the dryer to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines or water pipes,
NOTE: IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OF THE ABOVE
CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
Where to put your dryer
Check local codes before choosing a location, Some codes do not permit installation in a garage, closet, mobile home or
bedroom.. DO NOT install the dryer in an area where gasoline or other flammable materials are kept or stored.
When operating the dryer, there has to be adequate ventilation to avoid the back flow of gases into the room from
appliances burning other fuels, including open fires.
Minimum installation clearances.
Sides
Top
Rear
Front
Vent Opening -
Distance from 6" (150mm) 2" (50mm) not applicable
Top of closet
Closet
¾" (15 mm)
½" (10 mm)
¾" (15 mm)
¾" (15 mm)
Closet (alternative)
0
4" (100 mm)
¾" (15 mm)
¾" (15 mm)
Under Counter
¾" (15 mm)
½" (10 mm)
¾" (15 mm)
not applicable
If installed in a closet it must have the following dimensions and have two ventilation openings each having and area 72
sq, ins, (450 sq. cm) located) 2" (50mm or 6" (150mm) from top[see table] and 6" (150mm) from bottom of door,
It must NEVER be installed in a closet with a solid door.
The dryer has adjustable height feet, use these to level the dryer after fitting into its final position,
RV/Marine Installations - When locating the appliance in a towable trailer or watercraft, position the
machine over the axles or mid-ship where movement is at a minimum. Block the machine to prevent
extreme movement or tipping.
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Exhaust ducting
The ducting system for the dryer must be as short and
straight as possible and with as few elbows as possible.
Four-inch rigid metal ducting should be used, metal
flexible ducting can be used but the maximum length
of ducting if using this type will be reduced and
bends in the duct will reduce this length further. Never
use plastic ducting. All elbows must also be a minimum
of 4-inch (100mm) diameter. Joints must be secured
with ducting tape. Do not use screws, as lint can
collect on the screws.
Maximum Length of Duct:
Number Rigid Duct Flexible Duct
of Elbows:
0 22 ft. (6.6m) 15 ft. (4.5m)
1 18 ft. (5.4m) 12 ft. (3.6m)
2 14 ft. (4.2m) 9 ft. (2.7m)
3 6 ft. (1.8m) 4 ft. (1.2m)
The above assumes that an approved venting hood is
used and that the flap on this hood must not have
magnetic catches.
WARNING:
- The a[x)liance MUST NOT be exhausted into a
chimney, a wan. a ceiling, or a concealed space of
a builcing.
- To reduce the risk of fire. this auu/iance MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
o Do not discharge the exhaust air into a flue. which
is used for exhausting fumes from other auu/iances
burning gas or other fuel.
Depending on the frequency of use it is essential that
the ducting is checked periodically and any fluff or
debris removed.
Stacking kit - Residential
The dryer is provided with a stacking kit, which allows
the dryer to be fitted to the top of an Ariston washing
machine:
Model AWl 21NA
The kit contains all the necessary brackets and screws.
Tools needed:
No.2 Philips Screwdriver
2mm drill, power or hand drill
SAFETY
For personal safety, DO NOT try to fit the dryer on
top of the washing machine on your own. A second
person should help to lift the tumble dryer onto the
washing machine and to relocate the stacked
washer and dryer.
1. You will need to get to the sides of the washing
machine to fit the stacking kit and dryer. If necessary
pull the machine away from its location to gain
access to the machine to fit the stacking kit and
dryer.
2. Follow the instructions provided with the stacking
kit.
Stacking Kit- RV/Marine
RV/Marine Stacking Kit #SK02 available from West-
land Sales: 1-800-356-0766.
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