Ariston TVM63 Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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Warnings and Safety Instructions
TD4079C15 Issue 1
!
This 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 reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury
to persons when using your appliance, follow
the basic precautions including the following.
Read all the 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 vapors 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 lint filter before and after each load.
(see
Maintenance
Keep 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 Laundry
for 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 fibers at high
temperatures.
Complete each program with its Air Fluff
phase.
Do not turn off the dryer when there are still warm
items inside.
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 equipment-grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or service representative or personnel if you are in
doubt as to whether the appliance is properly 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 Instructions sections of
this book.
IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OF THE ABOVE
CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
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