User manual ASKO T731

ASKO USE AND CARE GUIDE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE rom T! e f ing t nc AN RT orma p e r a the PO erf o or IM p ll it f a g st be e a d usin re the , r et r y e r befo g To r d ions u t y o truc e. s tim in t firs DRYER CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY FEATURES ASKO DRYER FEATURES ENERGY SAVING TIPS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PREPARING THE LAUNDRY T711 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS T721 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS T731 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS T761 AND T781 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING PRODUCT WARRANTY INDEX 2 2 3 3 4 10 12 13 14 17 22 24 25 26 Page 1 ENGLISH IMPORT INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before using the appliance. Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, cooking oils, 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. Children should be closely supervised when near the appliance. 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 controls. Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the appliance or perform any servicing unless specifically recommended in this guide. Do not use fabric softeners or dryer sheets unless the manufacturer gives written assurance that the product will not damage a tumble dryer. Do not heat-dry items containing: · vinyl, plastic, foam rubber or similarly textured rubberlike materials · fiberglass · wool unless the label specifies "washable" Clean the lint filter before or after each load. Keep the area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt. The interior of the machine should be cleaned periodically by an authorized ASKO service agent. 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. Electrical installation, if required, must be done by a licensed electrician. Do not operate appliance while away from the home. Do not heat dry items that have been dry-cleaned. The dryer is made and marked to facilitate recycling. When it is no longer useful, contact your local refuse collection service for advice on how to properly dispose of the dryer for purposes of recycling. WARNING! This appliance must be properly grounded. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS A) Grounding instructions for a grounded, cordconnected appliance 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. To reduce the risk of fire, this appliance must be exhausted outdoors or the equivalent. Do not exhaust into a chimney, wall, ceiling or concealed space in a building. WARNING! 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. 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. B) Grounding instructions for a permanently connected appliance: This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance. NOTE: This manual does not cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Use common sense and caution when installing, operating, and maintaining any appliance. SAFETY FEATURES FEATURES CAT CHILD-SAFE DOOR CATCH ASKO dryers have a child-safe magnetic door catch that allows the door to be easily opened from the inside. AUTOMA OMATIC SWITCH AUTOMATIC DOOR SWITCH A door switch automatically stops the dryer when the door is opened. The dryer will not start again until you close the door and press the Start button. STAR FEATURE ART CHILD-SAFE START FEATURE You can program Models T731, T761 and T781 not to start unless the Start button is held down for three seconds. This is to prevent children from inadvertently starting the machine. Refer to the operating instructions for these models to program this safety feature. OVERHEAT PRO OVERHEAT PROTECTION ASKO dryers have an overheat protection switch that automatically turns off the machine if the temperature gets too high. Refer to page 3 for more information. Page 2 ASKO DRYER FEATURES ASKO DRYER FEATURES When using a timed drying program, be careful not to dry the clothes too long. It's best to use a shorter time; then if the load isn't dry, you can set the timer for a few more minutes. Below is an illustration of the parts and features of your ASKO dryer. Power Button Type Plate (Type and Serial Number) VERHEAT PRO OVERHEAT PR OTECTION ASKO dryers are designed with an overheat protection switch that will automatically turn the machine off if the temperature gets too high. The machine will not start until it has cooled down sufficiently. If the unit shuts down because of overheating, check that the lint filter exhaust hose, vent duct, and the condenser unit are free of lint. These components need to be cleaned on a regular basis. Additionally, the lint filter may need to be cleaned with warm, soapy water and a soft brush a few times a year to ensure the filter screen is not blocked. Using dryer sheets (not recommended) can also cause this problem. Should the machine turn itself off because of overheating, it will not be possible to restart the unit until it has cooled down sufficiently. This could possibly take up to thirty minutes. Control Panel Lint Filter Lint Filter Holder Cleanable Fan (behind panel) Condenser Unit (behind panel) (T721 & T781 only) To restart the unit once it has cooled down, press the "Start" button. NOTE: If your dryer overheats frequently, it may not be vented properly or the room in which it is located may not have sufficient air circulation. Contact your installer to have these issues checked out. DRYING SYSTEMS DRYING SYSTEMS ASKO dryers come with three different drying systems: Sensidr yTM Models T731, T761 and T781 have our state-of-the-art Sensidry system. These machines are equipped with a humidity sensor that ensures different fabrics always dry thoroughly. This sensor turns off the heat when the laundry has reached the appropriate dryness. COOL-DOWN CO OL-DOWN Every program on an ASKO dryer ends with a cool-down cycle to reduce wrinkling. hermostat-Control mostat-Contr T hermostat-Control Model T711 has a thermostat that controls the temperature by turning the heating element on and off to maintain the selected drying temperature (Normal or Low) within +/- 5° F. Timer-Contr -Control Timer-Control Model T711 has timer-controlled drying in addition to the two automatic (thermostat-controlled) programs. Model T721 offers only timed drying. You can set the dryer to run from 30 minutes to 190 minutes. ENERGY SAVING ENERGY SAVING TIPS Dry consecutive loads to avoid reheating the dryer. Do not overload the dryer. Use the highest spin speeds allowed for the garments. Dry like fabrics together (i.e., heavy fabrics together, light fabrics together). Do not put extremely wet clothes into the dryer. Clean the lint filter after each load. Do not over-dry clothes when using the timed program. Spin the clothes at no less than 800 rpm. Page 3 ENGLISH Your new energy-efficient ASKO dryer is designed to give you maximum drying performance using less energy. To make the most of the dryer's functions and features, we recommend that you read this manual carefully before using your machine for the first time. For operating instructions, refer to the section in this guide for your specific model. Model T731 has timer-controlled drying in addition to the four automatic programs. INSTALLA ALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions carefully and completely before you install the machine. The installation should be carried out by a qualified person who is familiar with all local codes and ordinances for electrical and plumbing connections. NOTE: Cosmetic damage must be reported to your dealer within five days from the date of purchase. After unpacking the dryer, thoroughly check the unit for cosmetic damage. SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Height Width Depth Weight Drum material 33-1/2"­34-1/2 (850­876 mm) 23-7/16" (595 mm) Plus exhaust hose connection T761/T781: 23-7/16" (595 mm) T711/T721/T731: 24-7/16" (620 mm) 86 lbs (39 kg) Stainless Steel Stove-enamelled hot-dipped galvanized steel Power requirement 2800 watts (T711: 3300 watts) For connection Single-phase, 230 V, 30 Amp Internal fuse 15 amp. (T711: no fuses) Heating element 2500 watts (T711: 3000 watts) Outer casing CONNECTING THE EXHAUST DUCT T O THE DRYER (T711/T731/T761) EXHAUST DRYER NOTE: You will need to purchase a UL-CSA-approved 4-inch ridged metal exhaust duct. NOTE: Maximum duct length of 22 feet is allowed. Subtract 4 feet of duct for each 90° elbow. The dryer is delivered with the stub pipe attached to the rear exhaust outlet, but the exhaust duct can be attached to either the right or left exhaust outlet. ASKO dryers have a "T-style" exhaust vent that allows you to connect the duct on the rear or on the left or right side. Vent CONNECTING THE EXHAUST DUCT TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OUTLET To connect the exhaust duct to the left or right side outlet, follow the steps below: 1. Using a flathead screw-driver, turn the exhaust outlet cover you plan to use to the right or left to align the tabs holding the cover in place. T-Tube 2. Remove the exhaust outlet cover. 3. Remove the stub pipe from the rear exhaust outlet and place it in the outlet you plan to use. 4. Push the duct onto the stub pipe and secure it with a clamp. Rear Exhaust Outlet 5. With the duct attached, insert the stub pipe into the hole. It should snap into place. 6. After you push the dryer into place, check for kinks in the duct. Stub Side Exhaust Outlet Clamp Duct (not supplied) 7. Use the exhaust outlet cover you removed from the to cover the rear exhaust outlet. WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, this appliance must be exhausted OUTDOORS or the equivalent. Never cover the end of the dryer stub or exhaust duct with anything to catch lint, except for UL approved vent basket. CONNECTING THE EXHAUST DUCT TO THE REAR OUTLET To connect the exhaust duct to the rear outlet, follow the steps below: 1. Push the duct onto the stub pipe and secure it with a clamp. 2. With the duct attached, insert the stub pipe into the hole. It should snap into place. 3. After you push the dryer into place, check for kinks in the duct. NOTE: Excessive duct length and too many bends can impede drying performance. We recommend that you cut off any excess exhaust duct and run the duct with as few bends as possible. Make any necessary bends as gentle as possible. Page 4 VENTILATION CONNECTING TO A VENTILATION DUCT (T711/T731/T761) NOTE: The more bends and the longer the duct, the less air will circulate through the machine, which will impede drying performance. We recommend that you cut off any excess exhaust duct and run the duct with as few bends as possible. And make any necessary bends as gentle as possible. Maximum duct length of 22 feet is allowed. Subtract 4 feet of duct for each 90° elbow. 1. Connect the exhaust duct to a ventilation exhaust fitting or to a discharge through the wall. 2. Secure the duct joint to the outlet stub on the machine. 3. Run the duct with as few bends as possible to the point of discharge. WARNING! This appliance should not be exhausted into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, or a concealed space of a building. Only a metal ventilation grill should be used. NOTE: If more than 20 feet of duct is needed, the diameter must be increased to 6" or 8" (152 mm or 203 mm). NOTE: When installing in warm climates (77° F and above) with high humidity levels, do not route the air exhaust duct upwards. If the duct is taken to a wall outlet, a ventilation grill should be fitted to prevent reverse flow of cold air. Fit the ventilation grill to the outside or inside of the wall. Installation Examples Ventilation grill Subtract 4 feet (122 cm) for every 90° elbow. Make sure nothing is blocking the ventilation grill. If there is only one vent duct from the room, a vent spacer must be fitted. Vent spacer CONDENSATION CONDENSATION DRAIN CONNECTION (T721 AND T781) Install the dryer so the condensed water will continuously flow into a drain or sink. To do this, follow the instructions below: 1. Disconnect the short hose (1) from the blue connection. (It's okay to let the hose hang down.) 2. Connect the rubber hose supplied with the dryer to the blue nipple (2). 3. Run the hose to a drain or sink, as illustrated. NOTE: The drain hose must not be more than 40" above the floor. 2 3 1 3 Back of dryer MACHINE LEVELING THE MACHINE It is important that the machine is level. Each foot on the dryer is adjustable, so you can level the unit on any surface. Once it is level, securely tighten the lock nuts on the feet. Be sure to tighten the lock nuts securely when you level the machine. Page 5 ENGLISH You will need a UL-CSA-approved, 4-inch ridged metal exhaust duct. To connect the exhaust duct to a ventilation outlet, follow the steps below: FREESTANDING INSTALLA ALLATION FREESTANDING INSTALLATION The dryer can be placed next to the washing machine. It is essential that the machine is leveled and the locknuts are tight to eliminate vibration noise. There should be at least 1/2" (12 mm) of space between the washer and dryer. UILT INSTALLA ALLATION BUILT-IN INSTALLATION ASKO dryers can be installed beneath a cabinet or worktop with a minimum height of 34" (864 mm). There must be a gap of about 1/2" (12 mm) all around the machine, including between the rear edge of the machine top panel and the back wall. The opening width must be at least 24-1/2" (622 mm). Space must also be available for the exhaust hose on the left, right or rear of the machine. See the diagram for hole sizes and positions. Note that the hole measurements are to the center of the hole. CONDENSING DRYERS (T721/T781) The condensing models work best when they have good air circulation. Therefore, we don't recommend they be installed beneath a cabinet. If it is necessary, however, be sure to leave a gap of at least 1/2" (12 mm) on all sides. Install the dryer so the condensed water will continuously flow into a drain or sink, you will need a drain outlet behind the unit. The maximum drain height is 40" (1016 mm). (See page 4.) NOTES: The height adjustment for the dryer is 33-1/2" to 34-1/2" (850 mm to 876 mm). Do not raise it higher than 34-1/2". Hole measurements are from center of hole. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING! This appliance must be properly grounded. Refer to the "Important Safety Instructions" on page 2 for grounding instructions. The power supply cord must be grounded. If the machine is to be used in a wet area, the supply must be protected by a residual current device. Connection to a permanently wired supply point must be made only by a qualified electrician. As supplied: Single-phase, 230 V, 60 Hz, 2500 Watt heater rating (T711: 3000 W) 30 A fuse required NOTE: In Canada, the dryer is delivered ready-fitted with a four-prong plug intended for connection to a single-phase supply. Remove cover to access terminal box. (Requires a 20-Torx screwdriver.) WARNING: The receptacle on the rear of the machine is designed to accommodate ASKO washers ONLY (rated 208­240 V.) To use this receptacle, you must use the ready-fitted plug supplied with the washing machine or an equivalent. ASKO washers rated 208­240 V have two internal fuses of 15 A each. Page 6 CONNECTING A 3-WIRE POWER CORD WARNING! Before starting this procedure, be sure the power is turned off at the breaker/fuse box. To connect a 3-wire power cord to the dryer, follow the steps below. NOTE: 1. 2. 3. 4. The numbers in the illustration below correlate to the step numbers. Power Supply Cord You will need a 3-wire power supply cord with three No. 10 copper wires and a matching 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R, as illustrated below: Turn the power off at the breaker/fuse box. Remove terminal block cover. Use the strain relief attached below the terminal block opening. Loosen or remove center terminal block screw. Connect neutral (white ) wire of power supply cord to the center, silvercolored terminal screw. Tighten screw. Connect the other wires to outer screws. Tighten the strain relief screws. Replace terminal box cover on back of dryer. Plug dryer into wall receptacle. 4 5. 5 6 7 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Turn power on at breaker/fuse box. CONNECTING A 4-WIRE POWER CORD WARNING! Before starting this procedure, be sure the power is turned off at the breaker/fuse box. To connect a 3-wire power cord to the dryer, follow the steps below. NOTE: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. The numbers in the illustration below correlate to the step numbers. Power Supply Cord You will need a 4-wire power supply cord with four No. 10 copper wires and a matching 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14-30R, as illustrated below. The fourth wire must be identified with a green cover and the neutral conductor by a white cover. Turn the power off at the breaker/fuse box. Remove terminal block cover. Use the strain relief attached below the terminal block opening. Remove center terminal block screw. Remove ground wire (green with yellow stripes) from external ground connector screw. Fasten under center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Connect ground (green) wire of cord to external ground conductor screw. 6 5 4 7 8 9 6. 7. Connect neutral (white) wire of cord under center screw of terminal block. Connect the other wires to outer screws. Tighten the strain relief screws. 8. 9. 10. Replace terminal box cover on back of dryer. 11. Plug dryer into wall receptacle. 12. Turn power on at breaker/fuse box. Page 7 ENGLISH STA INSTALLA ALLATION STACKED INSTALLATION ASKO dryers can be mounted on top of any matching ASKO washer. Mounts are supplied with the machine. The metal brackets are attached to the lower back of the unit. The plastic cups are packed inside the dryer. 5. Lift the dryer into position. Raising the front edge, push the dryer backwards until it engages with the brackets on the back of the washer. Two metal brackets for securing the dryer to the washer Two plastic cups to secure the dryer legs. To install the dryer on top of the washer, follow the steps below: 1. Remove the two outside screws (A) (20 torx) from the back of the washer and use them to secure the metal brackets (B), as illustrated below. A B 6. Carefully lower the front of the dryer, making sure the feet fit into the plastic cups. Wash er bac k Wa she r ba ck 2. To ensure the dryer is correctly positioned on top of the washer, you will need to align the plastic cups with the front top edge of the washer. To position the plastic cups, break off the left tab on the cup to be placed on the right side of the washer and break off the right tab on the cup to be placed on the left side of the washer. Stack Installation Stacked Installation Plastic cups Tumble dryer 3. Remove the protective paper from the self-adhesive surface beneath the cups. Being careful not to press the adhesive surface against the top of the washing machine, use the tabs to position the cups (as illustrated below) then press them firmly into place. Washer Washer front Total height 67". Adjustable to 69". 4. Once the cups are correctly in place, break off the remaining plastic tabs. WARNING! Never stack a washer on top of a dryer! Page 8 REVERSING THE DOOR HINGES WARNING! Switch off the main power supply before you start this procedure. 1. Remove the two 20 torx screws on the bottom of the bottom panel then grasp the bottom of the panel and pull it forward and down. 12. Using a flathead screwdriver, carefully remove the plastic plugs in the upper and lower edge of the door and place them in the empty holes on the opposite side. 2. Remove the bottom hinge bracket by removing the three screws holding the bracket in place. 13. Remove the screw in the top right corner of the bottom panel. (If you have a condenser dryer, you will have to open the condenser unit door.) 14. Now you are ready to mount the door on the right side. Holding the door at an angle (as illustrated), fit the hinge pin into the top hole. 3. Supporting the door from the bottom, pull it out and to the left as you turn the hinge bracket counterclockwise. Hinge pin 4. 5. Remove the hinge pin at the top of the hing bracket. Turn the hinge bracket upside down and put the hinge pin into the top hole. Transfer the top hinge pin to the right side of the dryer casing. 15. Position the bottom hinge bracket and secure it with the screws in the order illustrated at right (a, b, c). 16. Replace the screw you removed in step 13 (d). d a c b 6. 3 2 7. Loosen the two screws on both outer edges of the door so you can remove the magnetic door catch and the cover plate. Remove the magnetic catch by pushing it up then lifting it out from the bottom. 17. Replace the lower panel. 8. 9. Remove the cover plate on the opposite side of the door by pushing it down then lifting it out from the top. 18. Turn back on the main power. 10. Reverse steps 8 and 9 to place the door catch and cover plate into their new positions. Page 9 ENGLISH The door hinges on ASKO dryers are reversible. The dryers are shipped left-hinged. To reverse them, follow the steps below: 11. Tighten the screws on the sides of the doors to hold the magnetic catch and cover plate in place. 1 PREPARING LAUNDR UNDRY PREPARING THE LAUNDRY With proper attention to how you prepare your laundry items for washing and drying, your wardrobe and linens will look like new for years. DRYING DRYING TIMES Drying times will vary due to the amount of laundry in the machine, moisture content, type of fabric, air temperature and humidity. The length of the vent hose can also affect drying times. (See "Connecting to a Ventilation Duct" on page 5 for the recommended installation.) SORTING LAUNDR UNDRY SORTING THE LAUNDRY For best drying results, clothes should be sorted properly. Most importantly, you should follow the care label instructions (see next page). Below are some suggestions on how to sort your laundry for drying. Permanent press items should be dried together. For the most wrinkle-free results when drying permanent press items, you should fill the machine only half full. These items also should be removed promptly from the dryer and hung up or folded right away. Dry heavy fabrics together and lightweight fabrics together. Dry fabrics that shed lint (chenille, terry cloth, etc.) separately from fabrics that collect lint (synthetics, velveteen, corduroy, etc.). Separate non-colorfast fabrics from light-colored items. If the care label says "Wash Separately," the fabric is likely to lose color (excess dye) for the first few washings. To minimize the possibility of the dye transferring to white or lighter colored items, dry new colored garments with items of similar color or alone. Bright reds and oranges on cottons are the dyes most likely to transfer colors. LAUNDR ADVICE UNDRY GENERAL LAUNDRY ADVICE Read all recommended care labels carefully. If the NOTE: Refer to "Important Safety Instructions" on page 2 for a list of specific materials that should never be put in a tumble dryer. care label says "Drip dry," "Line dry" or Dry flat," do not dry that item in the dryer. Certain fabrics will melt or become dangerously flammable if heated, while others may lose their shape. Remove any sharp ornaments, pins or buckles to prevent snags. Empty pockets and turn them inside out. Close zippers and hooks to prevent snagging. Tie sashes and strings to prevent tangling. Mend any small rips to prevent them from enlarging. Turn colored cotton garments, velvet and finer knitwear inside out before washing. Turn delicate items, sweaters and T-shirts inside out to prevent pilling and to protect the prints. Prewash severely soiled items. Wash and dry colored fabrics separately the first time. Thoroughly rinse down items, such as comforters (Super rinse). Use fabric softener to eliminate static electricity in synthetic garments and to soften cotton. FABRIC SOFTENER SHEETS We recommend that you do not use fabric softener sheets in the dryer. Over time, the chemicals on these sheets can build up inside the lint filter and clog the holes that circulate the air. RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE SETTINGS AND LOAD SIZES TEMPERATURE LOAD Different fabrics require different load sizes and drying temperatures. The table below gives recommended temperature settings and load sizes for different fabrics. Fabric Type Cotton w/out elastic and/or decorative trim Linen ­ white and colorfast Cotton/polyester blends Polyester/acrylic blends Rayon and acetate Washable silk and nylon * Temp Setting Normal Normal Low Low Low Low Load Size Full Half Half Half Half Third * Always refer to the care label on the garment to determine if it can be tumble dried. (See page 11.) Some wool and silk and hand-washable items should not be tumble dried. These items should be removed from the washer then pressed out in a terry towel to remove excess water before being hung up or laid flat to dry. Page 10 INSTRUCTIONS CARE LABEL INSTRUCTIONS The table below defines the symbols used on fabric care labels. (NOTE: Some manufacturers may use slightly different symbols.) CARE LABEL SYMBOLS Page 11 ENGLISH Most clothes and other washable items have recommended care labels. Read these labels carefully! Care label instructions and warnings should be followed for the best cleaning results. As an example, the symbols in the label illustrated below mean: wash in warm water on permanent press setting. Use non-chlorine bleach. Dry on permanent press setting. Iron on low temperature setting. T711 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury to persons, read the "Important Safety Instructions" section on page 2 before operating this appliance. CONTROL PANEL THE CONTROL PANEL Power Button Turns power to the machine off and on. Start Button Press to start a program. Wrinkle free Cool-down Start Temperature/Air Fluff Control Turn to select Normal or Low drying temperatures or the Air Fluff program. Temperature Normal Air fluff Power Signal Programs Heavy Normal Power Indicator Light Glows when the power is turned on. Low Air fluff Timed dry: 30 min Signal Button Turns the end-ofprogram signal off and on. 60 min 90 min Wrinkle-free Button Turns the wrinkle-free cycle on and off. Cool-down Button Lets you select a 3-minute or 18-minute cool-down cycle. Program Control Turn to select an automatic program or timed drying. 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. Low This temperature setting should be used for lighter, more delicate fabrics, such as synthetics, permanent press, acrylics, etc. Air Fluff 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. STAR BUTTON ART START BUTTON 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. OPTIONS Signal When this button is depressed (on), a signal will sound for three seconds when the program is complete. Note: The Cool-down button must also be pressed in for the signal to sound. The Wrinkle-free option prevents garments from wrinkling if you're unable to remove them right away. When this button is depressed (on), the drum will continue to rotate for three seconds every minute after they drying program is complete, until the door is opened or one hour has passed. If the signal is on, it will sound each time the wrinkle-free program activates. PROGRAM CONTROL PROGRAM CONTROL This model has two preset programs: Heavy ­ for heavy items, such as jeans or thick towels Normal ­ 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. Wrinkle-free 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 knob to Normal or Low. Cool-down When this button is depressed (on), the cool-down time is increased from 3 minutes to 18 minutes. This option can not be selected with the Anti-crease option. Air Fluff Program The Air Fluff program is designed to shake dust out of fabrics, air them, or soften them. This program does not activate the heating element. INTERRUPTING INTERRUPTING OR CANCELLING A PROGRAM To interrupt a program, simply open the door. The dryer will stop tumbling automatically. To continue the program, close the door and press Start. The program will continue from the point it was interrupted. To cancel a program, press the Power button to turn off the power or turn the Program Control knob clockwise until the dryer stops. TEMPERATURE CONTROL TEMPERATURE CONTROL Normal This temperature setting should be used for heavier fabrics, such as denim, cotton, linen, etc. Page 12 T721 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury to persons, read the "Important Safety Instructions" section on page 2 before operating this appliance. CONTROL PANEL THE CONTROL PANEL Power Button Turns power to the machine off and on. Start Button Press to start a program. Wrinkle free Cool-down Start Temperature/Air Fluff Control Turn to select Normal or Low drying temperatures or the Air Fluff program. Temperature Normal Air fluff Power Signal Programs Timed dry: 180 min Power Indicator Light Glows when the power is turned on. Low 150 min 120 min 90 min 60 min Air fluff 30 min Signal Button Turns the end-ofprogram signal off and on. Wrinkle-free Button Turns the wrinkle-free cycle on and off. Cool-down Button Lets you select a 9-minute or 18-minute cool-down cycle. Timer Control Turn to set the drying time. 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. OPTIONS Signal When this button is depressed (on), a signal will sound for three seconds when the program is complete. Note: The Cool-down button must also be pressed in for the signal to sound. The Wrinkle-free option prevents garments from wrinkling if you're unable to remove them right away. When this button is depressed (on), the drum will continue to rotate for three seconds every minute after they drying program is complete, until the door is opened or one hour has passed. If the signalis on, it will sound each time the wrinkle-free program activates. STAR BUTTON ART START BUTTON Press this button to start 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. Wrinkle-free CONTROL TIMER CONTROL KNOB Use this knob to set the number of minutes you want to dry the laundry. Cool-down When this button is depressed (on), the cool-down time is increased from 9 minutes to 18 minutes. This option cannot be selected with the Wrinkle-free option. Air Fluff Program The Air Fluff program is designed to shake dust out of fabrics, air them, or soften them. TEMPERATURE CONTROL TEMPERATURE CONTROL Normal This temperature setting should be used for heavier fabrics, such as denim, cotton, linen, etc. INTERRUPTING OR INTERRUPTING CANCELLING A PROGRAM To interrupt a program, simply open the door. The dryer will stop tumbling automatically. To continue the program, close the door and press Start. The program will continue from the point it was interrupted. To cancel a program, press the Power button to turn off the power or turn the Timer Control knob clockwise until the dryer stops. Low This temperature setting should be used for lighter, more delicate fabrics, such as synthetics, permanent press, acrylics, etc. Air Fluff 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. Page 13 ENGLISH T731 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury to persons, read the "Important Safety Instructions" section on page 2 before operating this appliance. CONTROL PANEL THE CONTROL PANEL LED Window Displays program number, dry time selected, remaining program time, etc. Start Button Press to start a program. Power Button Turns power to the machine on and off. Programs Iron dry Power Time set Wrinkle free Delay Temperature Signal Quick cool-down Heavy Normal Delicate Timed dry Air fluff Power Indicator Light Glows when the power is turned on. Program Knob Turn to select a program. Option Buttons Press to select a program option. Stop Button Press to stop a program. POWER BUTTON 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. until the Stop indicator light goes off (approximately 3 seconds). You will have to reselect a program and press Start to restart the dryer. LED WINDOW The LED window displays the program number for the Sensidry programs, as illustrated below: PROGRAM PROGRAM KNOB Turn this knob to select a program. The programs are described on the following page. 12:00 Position ­ This is where the line on the knob aligns with the line above the knob. When the knob is in this position, "00" displays on the LED to indicate no program has been chosen. P1 The corresponding program numbers are: Heavy = P1 Normal = P2 Delicate = P3 Iron Dry = P4 STAR BUTTON ART START BUTTON After you have selected a program and the desired options, press this button to start the dryer. The red indicator light next to the Start button will come on. The indicator light will go off when the program ends or has been cancelled. When you select Timed Dry, the LED displays the number of minutes selected, plus the cool-down time, as illustrated below: 20 When you select Air Fluff, the LED displays the number of minutes selected, as illustrated above. With both programs 5 and 6, as the program advances, the LED displays the remaining time. "End" on the LED indicates the program is complete. "C" indicates the program is in the cool-down cycle. STOP BUTT UTTON STOP BUTTON You can stop or cancel a program by pressing and holding the Stop button until the dryer stops. When you press Start, the program will start from the beginning. INTERRUPTING INTERRUPTING OR CANCELLING PROGRAM A PROGRAM To interrupt a program, simply open the door. The dryer will stop tumbling automatically. To continue the program, close the door and press Start. The program will continue from the point it was interrupted. To cancel a program, press and hold the Stop button Page 14 PROGRAMS PROGRAMS The Heavy, Normal, Delicate and Iron Dry programs are automatic (Sensidry) programs designed for certain types of loads, as defined in the table below. The sensor detects different levels of humidity with each program. It is important, therefore, to select the appropiate program for the type of load you are drying. If you prefer, you can select Timed Dry, which does not When using Timed Dry, it's best to use a shorter time; then if the load isn't dry, you can set the timer for a few more minutes. NOTE: Always follow the care label instruction. Program Heavy (P1) Normal (P2) Delicate (P3) Iron dry (P4) Timed Dry Air Fluff NOTE: Definition For items that are extremely difficult to dry, such as jeans and thick towels. Cotton w/out elastic and/or decorative trim. Cotton with elastic and/or decorative trim, linen (white and colorfast). Synthetics, polyester, cotton/polyester blends. Any fabric that can be machine dried. (See note below.) This setting does not heat. It simply circulates the air as the clothes tumble to shake out the dust and refresh the clothes. (See note below.) When using Timed Dry and Air Fluff, you must set the number of minutes for the program to run. (See "Time" in the "Option Buttons" section below for details.) BUTT UTTONS OPTION BUTTONS The option buttons allow you to select program time, normal or low temperature, anti-crease, delayed start, buzzer and quick cooling. Each of these options is defined in more detail in the following paragraphs. DELAY This option lets you set the dryer to start at the most convenient time. This feature is also useful in areas where utility companies offer discount rates during offpeak hours. You can set delayed start from 1 hour to 24 hours, in one-hour increments. To set a delayed start time, press the button until the number of hours you wish to delay starting the machine displays on the LED, as illustrated below: TIME SET If you set the program knob to Timed Dry or Air Fluff, you must select the length of drying time by pressing this button until the number of minutes you wish to dry the load displays on the LED. The time advances in 5minute increments and you can select between 5 and 90 minutes. If you pass the time you wanted to select, continue to press the button until the correct time displays. 1h If you pass the time you wanted to select, continue to press the button until the correct time displays. If you decide not to delay starting the unit, continue to press the button until "0" displays. Press Start and the unit will start after the number of hours you selected has passed. To cancel Delay Start after you have pressed the Start button, press and hold the Stop button until the LED displays the program number or, if the program knob is set on 5 or 6, the number of minutes. You can then press Start and the unit will start right then. WRINKLE-FREE The Wrinkle-free option prevents garments from wrinkling if you're unable to remove them right away. You can select one, two, or three hours by pressing the Wrinkle-free button until the number of hours you prefer displays, as illustrated below: 1h NOTE: "0" on the LED indicates the option is not active. When you set a time, the drum will continue to rotate after the program is complete for three seconds every minute until the door is opened or the selected time (1­ 3 hours) has passed. If the buzzer is on, it will sound each time the anti-crease program activates. TEMPERATURE You have two temperature options: Normal and Low. The Normal setting should be used for heavier fabrics, such as denim, cotton, linen, etc. The Low setting should be used for lighter, more delicate fabrics, such as synthetics, permanent press, acrylics, etc. The indicator light will stay lit when Low is selected. It will remain off when Normal is selected. Page 15 ENGLISH Your ASKO dryer has our state-of-the-art Sensidry system. This means it has a humidity sensor that ensures different fabrics always dry thoroughly. This sensor turns off the heat when the laundry has reached the appropriate dryness. activate the humidity sensor. You should be careful when using this option not to overdry the fabrics. This program automatically uses the Low temperature setting, but you can change it to Normal by depressing the Temperature button. SIGNAL Press this button to set a signal to sound for three seconds when a program is complete. The indicator light will stay lit when this option is on. If you selected the Wrinkle-free option, the signal will sound every time the drum rotates. PROGRAM MEMORY PROGRAM MEMORY The dryer is designed to retain the settings last selected with each program. For example, if you select Normal, the Low temperature option, a 2-hour anti-crease, and Quick cool-down, next time you select Normal these options will automatically be selected. QUICK COOL-DOWN Every program, except Air Fluff, ends with a cool-down cycle that tumbles the clothes without heat to reduce wrinkling. The Cool-down button lets you choose between the Normal cool-down cycle (15 minutes) or a Quick cool-down cycle (5 minutes). The indicator light will stay lit when Quick is selected. STAR FEATURE ART CHILD-SAFE START FEATURE You can program the dryer not to start unless the Start button is held down for three seconds. This is to prevent children from inadvertently starting the machine. To program this function, follow the steps below: 1. Turn the machine off then on again. ("00" should show on the LED.) 2. Press the Start button five times in succession then press the Wrinkle-free button five times. (This must be done within 15 seconds.) 3. Within three seconds, press the Wrinkle-free button again to select Child-safe start. The LED will display "3" to indicate the Child-safe start is active. (If the child-safe start has already been activated, "0" will display after you press the Wrinkle-free button.) CHANGING OPTION SETTINGS You cannot change the option settings after you have pressed Start. To change a setting, hold down the Stop button until the unit stops, make your change, then press Start again. The program will restart from the beginning. ERROR MESSAGES T731 ERROR MESSAGES Error messages will display on the LED if a fault occurs while a program is in progress. The table below defines each possible error message. If the message still displays after you have checked the possible solutions, call a service technician. MESSAGE F1 F2 ERROR Call a service technician. There may have been a power outage. Check the breaker box and fuses. The dryer is programmed to stop after a maximum of 3 hours drying time. If it has run this long, let it cool and try to start the program again. Try turning the power off then on again. If the message remains, call a service technician. F3 F4 F5 This indicates a thermistor fault. Call a service technician. This indicates the overheat protection device has activated. Clean the lint filter and try running the program again. This indicates a fault in the moisture sensor. Running a dry program with dry clothes or an empty machine could also cause this error. Try opening the door. If the message remains, call a service technician. Page 16 T761 AND T781 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTROL PANEL THE CONTROL PANEL Preset Programs Power Button Press to turn power to the machine on and off. Press one of these buttons to select a program. LCD Window Displays the program, temperature settings, and program run time. P1 P2 P3 P4 Power Indicator Light Glows when the power is turned on. Start Stop Start Button Press to start a program. Stop Button Press to stop a program. Program Selection Controls These buttons allow you to customize the preset program settings, such as temperature settings, turning the buzzer off, setting delay start time, etc. POWER BUTTON 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 set the programs or start the machine. INTERRUPTING INTERRUPTING OR CANCELLING PROGRAM A PROGRAM To interrupt a program, simply open the door. The dryer will stop tumbling automatically. To continue the program, close the door and press Start. The program will continue from the point it was interrupted. To cancel a program, press and hold the Stop button until the dryer stops (about three seconds). To restart the dryer, you will have to reselect a program and press Start. STAR BUTTON ART START BUTTON Once you have selected a program (P1­P4) and set the desired options, press this button to start the dryer. STOP BUTTON STOP BUTTON You can stop or cancel a program by pressing Stop until the dryer stops (about three seconds). If you stop the dryer this way, it cancels the program in progress. UNDERSTANDING LCD WINDOW UNDERSTANDING THE LCD WINDOW The LCD window is easy to read and understand. The illustration below explains each item on the LCD window. The LCD window also displays the menus and options available when you customize the preset programs (see page 18). Program Time Program When you press the Power button, the display toggles between the program numbers and the program names, (e.g., Extra Dry, Dry, etc.) P1 P2 P3 P4 Extra Dry Dry Normal Dry Iron Dry When you start a program, the total time the program runs is displayed. As the program progresses, the time remaining displays. The program time toggles between minutes (e.g., 23) and hours (e.g., 1h). Preset Programs Displays the program that is selected/running. Start Indicates that you pressed Start and the program is running. Stop Indicates that the program has ended or that you pressed Stop. Page 17 ENGLISH WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury to persons, read the "Important Safety Instructions" section on page 2 before operating this appliance. PROGRAMS THE PRESET PROGRAMS ASKO dryers are delivered with the four most commonly used programs. The table below lists the preset programs and the settings for each. To select a program, simply press one of the program buttons and press Start. For additional programming options, refer to "Customizing the Preset Program Buttons" below. With ASKO's SensidryTM system, you need never worry about over-drying your laundry. Just select the proper program for the type of fabric you're drying and Sensidry does the rest. Once you select a program, Sensidry monitors the temperature and measures the humidity level. When it detects the appropriate measurements, it automatically shuts off the machine. Preset Program P1 P2 P3 P4 NOTES: WARNING! Dry Cycle Heavy Normal Delicate Iron Dry Dry Temp Normal Normal Normal Low (2) Cooling Time Quick(1) Quick Quick Quick Buzzer On On On On AntiCrease 1 hr. 1 hr. 1 hr. 1 hr. (1) The Quick cooling time is 5 minutes. (2) On Model T781, the dry temperature for program P4 is Normal. Some fabrics may not be able to withstand extremely hot temperatures. Always refer to the garment care label to recommended wash temperatures. CUSTOMIZING PROGRAM BUTT UTTONS CUSTOMIZING THE PRESET PROGRAM BUTTONS In addition to the preset programs listed above, you can customize the preset buttons to use any of the programs listed in the table below. This table also lists the pre-programmed settings for each program. For example, if you select Normal dry on the program menu, it is automatically programmed to dry at the low temperature, cool-down for 15 minutes (normal time), run the anti-crease cycle for one hour, and set off the buzzer when the program ends. You can modify some of these settings. (See "Dry Program Options" below.) AVAILABLE PROGRAMS Program Heavy Normal Delicate Iron Dry Air fluff Timed dry Dry Temp Normal Normal Low Low n/a Low Cooling Time 15 minutes 15 minutes 15 minutes 15 minutes n/a 15 minutes Anti-Crease 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour Buzzer On On On On On On PROGRAM OPTIONS The table below defines the program options. The next table lists all of the programs on the Program menu as well as the settings and options available with each. OPTION DEFINITIONS Options Quick Cool-down Signal Wrinkle-free Definitions This option tumbles the clothes without heat for a few minutes after the program ends to reduce wrinkling. The Normal cool-down tumbles for 15 minutes; the Quick for 5 minutes. If this option is on, a signal sounds for 3 seconds at the end of the program. This option is designed to prevent wrinkling if you're unable to remove them from the dryer right away. After the program ends, the drum will continue to rotate for three seconds every minute until the door is opened or one hour has passed. You can turn this option off or choose 1, 2, or 3 hours. You have three temperature options: Normal, Low, and Air Fluff. Normal is for heavier fabrics, such as denim, cotton, and linen. Low is for lighter, more delicate fabrics, such as synthetics. Air Fluff does not activate the heating element. It simply circulates the air as it tumbles to shake out the dust and refresh the clothes. You can set a delayed start from 1 to 24 hours. This option is useful in areas where utility companies offer discount rates for off-peak hours. You can set the program length, from 5 to 90 minutes. Temperature Delay Timed Dry Page 18 The table below lists the options available with each dry program. These options can be temporary or permanent, depending on your preference. Refer to the "Programming Instructions" setting below for detailed instructions on how to navigate the program menu and make temporary and permanent changes to the programs. OPTIONS AVAILABLE WITH EACH PROGRAM Program Extra Dry Dry Normal Dry Iron Dry Air fluff (2) Timed dry (2) Dry Temp Normal or Low Normal or Low Normal or Low Normal or Low n/a Normal or Low Cooling Time (1) Normal or Quick Normal or Quick Normal or Quick Normal or Quick n/a Normal or Quick Anti-Crease 1, 2, or 3 hours 1, 2, or 3 hours 1, 2, or 3 hours 1, 2, or 3 hours 1, 2, or 3 hours 1, 2, or 3 hours Buzzer On or Off On or Off On or Off On or Off On or Off On or Off Delay Start 1 to 24 hours 1 to 24 hours 1 to 24 hours 1 to 24 hours 1 to 24 hours 1 to 24 hours NOTES: (1) The Normal cool-down cycle is 15 minutes; the Quick cycle is 5 minutes. (2) The Air fluff and Timed dry programs require you to select a program time. You can select from 5 to 90 minutes, in 5-minute increments. PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS Below are the basic instructions for changing a preset program. The following paragraphs explain the menus and how to navigate through them. You can make temporary (one-time) program changes, or you can make permanent changes. 1. Press the button for the preset program you want to change (P1­P4). The program you select will display in the lower left corner of the LCD window. 2. Press MENU until the menu you want to change displays (e.g., Programs, Temperature, etc.). 3. Press to scroll through the available options or to toggle between off and on. 4. Press ENTER to save you settings and return to the Main Program screen. The LCD will display your new settings. 5. If you want to use this setting temporarily (for this one load), START. When the program ends it will revert back to the previous setting. 6. If you want to save this setting permanently, press ENTER again then press START. The program will retain the change. See "Navigating the Menus" below for detailed instructions on creating customized programs. P1 P2 P3 P4