Dryer Quick Start Guide THE CONTROL PANEL Buzzer Option Button Press to turn the buzzer off and on. T700 We know you're excited about owning an ASKO dryer and you're anxious to get started, so here is a brief summary of the operating procedures. To get the most of the features of your machine, we recommend that you read your Use and Care Guide. Quick Cooling Button Press to reduce the cooling time to 9 minutes. Start Temperature/Air Fluff Control Turn to select Normal or Low drying temperatures or the Air Fluff program. Power Button Press to turn on the power to the machine. 1 2 Power Indicator Light Glows when the power is turned on. 30 60 90 Start Button Anti-crease Button Press to turn the Anti-crease program off and on. Press to start a program. Program Control Turn to select an automatic program (1 or 2) or timed drying (30, 60, or 90 minutes). Power Button The Power button turns the power to the machine on and off. When the power is on, the power indicator light glows red. The power must be on before you can start the machine. Start Button Start This button starts the dryer. If you open the door during a program, the dryer will stop tumbling automatically. To continue the program, close the door and press Start. Program Control This model has two preset programs: [1] Normal Dry ­ for heavy items, such as jeans or thick towels [2] Damp Dry ­ for cottons, permanent press, synthetics, etc. These programs work with a thermostat that measures the exhaust temperature coming out of the dryer and automatically turns the machine off when the clothes are appropriately dry. Timed Drying (30, 60 or 90 minutes) If you prefer, you can set the Program Control knob to a specific number of minutes to dry the laundry. When you choose timed drying, you must set the Temperature Control to Normal or Low. Air Fluff Program The Air Fluff program is designed to shake dust out of fabrics, air them, or soften them. Temperature Control Normal Low Air Fluff This temperature setting should be used for heavier fabrics, such as denim, cotton, linen, etc. This temperature setting should be used for lighter, more delicate fabrics, such as synthetics, permanent press, acrylics, etc. This setting does not activate the heating element. It simply circulates the air as the clothes tumble to shake out the dust and refresh the clothes. QUICK START PROCEDURES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Press the Power button to turn on the machine. Load the laundry into the dryer. Check the lint filter. Clean it, if needed. Check that the door is clear of laundry then close it firmly. (The door won't shut if it's slammed.) Turn the Program Control knob to the desired program (1 or 2) or drying time (90, 60, or 30 minutes). If you select timed drying, turn the Temperature Control knob to the desired setting. Make your program option selections (e.g., Anti-crease). Press Start. The machine will start. T700 Options Buzzer Anti-crease You have the option to turn the buzzer on or off. If you turn the buzzer on, it will sound for three seconds when the program is complete. The Anti-crease option is designed to prevent garments from becoming wrinkled if you're unable to remove them from the dryer right away. When you select this option, after the drying program is complete the drum will continue to rotate for three seconds every minute until the door is opened or one hour has passed. If the buzzer is on, it will sound each time the anti-crease program activates. Anti-crease option. Quick Cooling This option reduces the cool-down time from 18 minutes to 9 minutes. Quick cooling can not be selected with the CLEANING THE LINT FILTER Although the lint in your ASKO dryer will be minimal, the lint filter should be cleaned after each load to ensure maximum air flow and prevent possible overheating. To clean the filter, follow the steps below: 1. Grasp the handle and pull it toward you. 2. Remove the filter from the holder by pulling it up. 3. Open the filter and gently brush away any lint. 4. Fold the filter together and return it to the holder on the door. 5. Push the holder in until it snaps into place NOTE: We recommend that you clean the lint filter after every load. OVERHEATING PROTECTION The dryer has a protection device that shuts the machine off if the temperature becomes too high. Overheating could occur if the lint filter is clogged or the fan needs to be cleaned. If the dryer shuts off during a program, check the lint filter first. If it is clean, it could be the fan needs to be cleaned. See your Use and Care Guide for instructions on how to clean the fan. ...