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Content

Important Safety Information

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General Information

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Disposal

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Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Environmental protection tips

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Description of the appliance

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Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
The program selector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Before using the appliance for the first time

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Brief instructions

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Drying

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Prepare the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Open the door  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Load the laundry  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Closing the door  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Select the drying program  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Start the drying program  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Removing laundry or loading laundry when necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
End of the drying process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Removing the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Empty the water reservoir  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Cleaning the door seal  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Clean the fluff filter  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Cleaning the condenser  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Switch-off the dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Program tables

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A small glossary of textile information

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Care symbols  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Summary of Contents for LAVATHERM T 520

Page 1: ...LAVATHERM T 520 electronic 520 electronic Condenser Dryer Operating Instructions ...

Page 2: ...or the correct functioning of the appliance It is essential that this information is observed 0 This symbol guides you step by step when operating the appliance 3 Next to this symbol you receive additional information and practical tips on using the appliance 2 Tips and information about the economical and environmentally friendly use of the machine are marked with the clover These operating instr...

Page 3: ...Drying 16 Prepare the laundry 16 Open the door 16 Load the laundry 16 Closing the door 16 Select the drying program 16 Start the drying program 17 Removing laundry or loading laundry when necessary 17 End of the drying process 18 Removing the laundry 18 Empty the water reservoir 19 Cleaning the door seal 19 Clean the fluff filter 20 Cleaning the condenser 21 Switch off the dryer 21 Program tables ...

Page 4: ...e drum 26 Cleaning the panel and operating parts 26 Cleaning the door seal 26 Something not working 27 Door Reversal Instructions 29 Technical data 31 Installation and electrical connection 31 Information for the electrician 31 Special accessories 32 Drainage kit 32 Stacking kit 32 Content 34 Service 35 ...

Page 5: ...Never operate the dryer when the mains cable is damaged or when the operator control mask work plate or base shrouding are damaged such that there is direct access to the interior of the appliance Switch off the dryer before carrying out any cleaning care and main tenance tasks You are quite safe if you disconnect the mains plug from the power outlet or if the electrical connection is permanent if...

Page 6: ...r utilisation for an unintended purpose Dry only laundry which has been washed in water In particular textiles which have been treated with inflammable cleaning agents and sol vents petrol ether alcohol stain remover and similar materials must not be dried in the dryer Danger of fire Explosion hazard Laundry items containing sponge rubber or rubber like materials must not be dried in the dryer Dan...

Page 7: ...ing stove interpose a thermally insulating non combustible plate between the dryer and the stove dimensions 85x57 5cm Do not place the dryer on high pile carpet floors This would hinder air circulation at the ventilation slots The electric power plug connector of the appliance must remain acces sible even after installation Check that the tumble dryer is not standing on the mains cable The technic...

Page 8: ... your washing is more likely to get creased For very delicate fabrics you should only fill in 1 5kg washing at the most For your information 70 per cent of fabric wear is caused by being worn 20 per cent by washing and only 10 per cent by being dried in a tumble dryer As the fabric is worn down fluff gathers in the fluff fil ter When using a tumble dryer only approx 0 03g fluff per kilo gramme was...

Page 9: ...ufactured from recycled paper and should be deposited in the waste paper collection for recycling Disposal of the old appliance When you eventually stop using your tumble dryer please bring it to the nearest recycling centre or to your dealer who will take it back for a small fee 1 Warning When disposing of the tumble dryer pull out the plug cut off the flex dispose of the plug and remaining flex ...

Page 10: ... more economical the dryer is In the following table we give an overview of specific electric con sumption data depending on the spinning speed This information is valid for 5kg laundry dried with the program COTTONS CUPBOARD DRY KATOEN KAST DROOG Never obstruct the ventilation slits at the base of the dryer Ensure that the room is well ventilated Observe the maximum load instructions Whenever pos...

Page 11: ...E LAGE TEMP button for loads up to 2 5kg Clean the fluff filter after every drying program Empty the water reservoir after every drying process You can use the collected condensed water as distilled water in the household but first pour it through a paper filter bag 1 Caution The condensed water is not suitable for drinking or for use with foodstuffs Clean the condenser regularly The dryer will op...

Page 12: ... the appliance 12 Description of the appliance Front view Control panel Water reservoir with handle flap Vent Fluff filter Reversable door Rating plate Feet all height adjustable Condenser Unit behind Removal Plinth ...

Page 13: ...he drying process is indicated C Buttons and display block SPECIAL CARE LAGE TEMP button For sensitive fabrics START PAUSE START PAUZE button To start or interrupt a programme D Instructions for the user Indication CONDENSER WARMTEWISSELAR Clean the condenser in the base of the appliance EMPTY WATER RESERVOIR display Empty the water reservoir A B D C ...

Page 14: ...ial drying program with anti crease mechanism for easy care fabrics maximum load 1kg Program WOOL WOL To freshen up woollen fabrics after they have been line dried maximum load 1 kg REFRESHING OPFRISSEN programme for optimum results when refreshing items of clothing and gently cleaning textiles with the aid of commercially available dry cleaning products please follow the manufacturer s instructio...

Page 15: ...R Start the program by pressing the START PAUSE START PAUZE button While the program is running you can open the door to take out laun dry or add more laundry At the end of the program END CREASE GUARD EINDE ANTI KREUK display is illuminated the anti crease phase begins Remove the laundry Empty the water reservoir Clean the fluff filter If the indicator CONDENSER WARMTEWISSELAR is highlighted It i...

Page 16: ...cotton layer facing outwards The fab rics will dry better Loosen the laundry Open the door To open the door Press firmly against the door Press position Load the laundry Load the prepared laundry into the dryer Closing the door Closing the door apply pressure to the door until it clicks audibly into place 1 Caution Ensure the laundry does not get caught in the door when the door is closed This cou...

Page 17: ...se Start the drying program 0 Press the button START PAUSE START PAUZE The drying program starts You can check the progress of the drying proce dure in the programme progress display Removing laundry or loading laundry when necessary You can interrupt the drying process at any time to remove some of the laundry or to add more laundry 0 Open the door 1 Caution The laundry and the drum may be hot 0 ...

Page 18: ... KREUK display is illuminated You can now remove the washing from the tumble dryer The crease guard phase follows automatically after the drying process For 30 minutes the drum rotates intermittently This keeps your laundry loose and crease free You should remove the washing at the latest towards the end of the anti crease phase to avoid creasing Removing the laundry 0 Open the door and remove the...

Page 19: ...andle flap of the water reser voir and pull out completely 0 Pour out the condensed water 0 Re insert the water reservoir into the control panel If the drying cycle has not yet ended 0 Press the START PAUSE START PAUZE button to resume the drying process 3 The water reservoir has a capacity of approx 3 8 litres This is sufficient for a laundry load of 5 kg which has been machine spun at 800 revolu...

Page 20: ...ess the catch of the filter lid down wards The filter lid will open 0 Take out the fluff filter 0 Remove fluff out of the fluff filter with a moistened hand 0 Re insert the fluff filter 0 Press against the filter lid until it catches into the locking device 3 The filter lid cannot catch shut without the fluff filter in place and the door can not be closed 1 Warning The dryer must not be operated w...

Page 21: ...ards 0 Pull the condenser out of the base by the handle 0 Clean the condenser best with a hand held brush or by rinsing with a hand held shower head The water removal slits on the rear of the condenser must be free too 1 Important Do not use any sharply pointed objects to clean the con denser They could make it leak 0 Reinsert and push in and turn each one of the two securing disks through a quart...

Page 22: ...ton and linen articles Sheets and pillowcases tablecloths MACHINE IRON MANGELDROOG Cotton and linen articles to be ironed by rotary ironer or starched laundry Cotton sheets and pillowcases tablecloths Program group DELICATES MENGWEEFSELS care symbols R S1 Q maximum load 2 5kg 1 Press the SPECIAL CARE LAGE TEMPERATUUR button Program Laundry Type Examples for EXTRA DRY EXTRA DROOG Heavy weight or mu...

Page 23: ...pe and finish of fabric Recommendation spin fabrics in the washing machine at a speed of about 1200 revolutions and then transfer immediately to the dryer Remove fabrics immediately after drying and hang on a hanger Program WOOL WOL maximum load 1kg To freshen up the wool fibres of woollen garments after they have been line dried worn or stored for longer periods they can be treated briefly using ...

Page 24: ...care symbols Dry whites and coloureds as well as mixed fabrics at normal tempera ture Press the SPECIAL CARE LAGE TEMPERATUUR button if you are drying delicate fabrics Wool Do not dry any woollen items in the dryer As a follow up treatment for woollen fabrics in quantities up to 1 kg select the WOOL programme Fabrics sensitive to temperatures Dry fabrics sensitive to temperatures such as acrylic o...

Page 25: ...ndenser Cleaning the filter area 1 Important A small amount of fluff may reach the area around the fil ter in spite of the fluff filter Therefore you should clean the entire filter area from time to time or at least every three months 0 Remove the fluff filter 0 Hold the filter lid by the top and pull it forwards until it is released from both holders 0 Remove the fluff from the entire filter area...

Page 26: ... damper than you expect 0 Wipe the inside of the drum and the drum fins with white vinegar to avoid a build up of residues deposits effecting the sensors This is par ticularly important if you regulary use fabric conditioning sheets or dry starched items in the dryer Cleaning the panel and operating parts 1 Warning Do not use household furniture polish or aggressive deter gents 0 Wipe over the pan...

Page 27: ...sults are unsatisfactory The wrong program has been selected Select a different program Fluff filter blocked Clean the fluff filter Condenser covered with fluff Clean the condenser The tumble dryer has been overloaded Observe the maximum loads stated for each program Laundry not sufficiently spun prior to tumble drying Ensure the wash load is well spun before tumble drying The vent in the base of ...

Page 28: ...be removed from the contai ner shaft or the hair clea ned out of the valve The dryer terminates the drying process automatically END EINDE is displayed shortly after program start Too dry or too little laundry filled in for the selected program Select time program or higher drying stage e g EXTRA DRY EXTRA DROOG instead of VERY DRY INTENSIEF DROOG The drying process takes unusually long 4 5 hours ...

Page 29: ...iance 0 Take off the door by displacing it horizontally 0 Un screw the screws B on the inside of the door and take off the hinges C 0 Unscrew and take off the locking block D 0 Release the coverplates E F and G with a thin screwdriver by pressing on the latching device displace them to the side Take them out and insert them again on the opposite side 0 Screw on the hinges C and the locking block D...

Page 30: ... on the respective opposite side to the plug and screw down or latch into position 0 Push the door with the hinges into the breakouts provided for them in the front panel of the appliance and firmly attach it with the screws 1 Warning The appliance is safe again for operation only when all plas tic parts have been mounted ...

Page 31: ... 336 EEC of 3 5 1989 EMC directive including the Modification directive 92 31 EEC Installation and electrical connection Please refer to the type plate for specifications about the power supply The nominal voltage stated on the type plate and type of current must be identical with the nominal voltage and type of current at the point of installation Also refer to the type plate for the fuse require...

Page 32: ...cessary You can then ignore the EMPTY WATER RESERVOIR indicator at the end of each program However the condensate container must be inserted correctly in the operator control mask Stacking kit With these kits you can combine your laundry dryer with any LAVAMAT automatic washing machine to a washing and drying column The appliances are stacked in space economising manner in this arrange ment the wa...

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Page 34: ... Easy care fabrics 24 Environmental protection 10 F Fabric softeners 26 Fabric wear when drying 8 Fluff filter 20 Fluff quantity 8 Full load specified 8 Furniture polish 26 G Glossary 24 I Ironing 11 L Lime 26 O Opening the door 16 P Packaging 9 R REFRESHING 14 23 Repair 5 S Safety Information 5 Solvent s 6 SPECIAL CARE 11 17 Sponge rubber 6 Stacking kit 32 Starched washing 8 START 17 T Transporta...

Page 35: ...tant information before making your call Make a note of the PNC number and the S number They are both on the rating plate behind your tumble dryer s door PNC S No If possible establish How is the disturbance evident Under what circumstances does the disturbance occur When do you incur costs even during the warranty period if you could have solved the disturbance yourself with the help of the Troub...

Page 36: ...AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D 90327 Nürnberg http www aeg hausgeraete de Copyright by AEG 822 944 103 00 0102 PRO Subject to change without notice ...

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