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 T741C CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY FEATURES ASKO DRYER FEATURES ENERGY SAVING TIPS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PREPARING THE LAUNDRY T741C OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING PRODUCT WARRANTY INDEX 2 2 3 3 4 9 11 14 16 17 18 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 (Canadian market only) 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 (Canadian market only). 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 Model T741C 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 the model 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 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, 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. 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. Below is an illustration of the parts and features of your ASKO dryer. Power Button Type Plate (Type and Serial Number) Control Panel Lint Filter Lint Filter Holder Cleanable Fan (behind panel) Condenser Unit (behind panel) COOL-DOWN CO OL-DOWN Every program on an ASKO dryer ends with a cool-down cycle to reduce wrinkling. See page 13. DRYING SYSTEM DRYING SYSTEM Sensidr yTM Model T741, have our state-of-the-art Sensidry system. The machine is 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. 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. VERHEAT PRO OVERHEAT PR OTECTION 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 Outer casing 33-1/2"­34-1/2 (850­876 mm) 23-7/16" (595 mm) 24-7/16" (620 mm) 86 lbs (39 kg) Stainless Steel Stove-enamelled hot-dipped galvanized steel Power requirement 2800 watts For connection Single-phase, 230 V, 30 Amp Heating element 2500 watts CONDENSATION CONDENSATION DRAIN CONNECTION 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 4 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). CONDENSING DRYERS 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". 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 30 A fuse required 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. Remove cover to access terminal box. (Requires a 20-Torx screwdriver.) NOTE: In Canada, the dryer is delivered ready-fitted with a four-prong plug intended for connection to a single-phase supply. Page 5 ENGLISH 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 ground (middle ) 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 Ground 6. Ground Middle 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: The numbers in the illustration below correlate to the step numbers. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 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. 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