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Safety reminders
WARNING
Check that the product has no
visible signs of damage before use. If damaged
do not use and please call our national
number: 08705 400 600.
WARNING
Do not use the product if the fluff
filter is not in position or is damaged; fluff
could be ignited.
WARNING
Foam rubber materials can, under
certain circumstances, when heated become
ignited by spontaneous combustion. Foam
plastic, foam rubber and rubber-like material
are not suitable for tumble drying. Articles
made from these materials MUST NOT be
placed in the dryer.
Always refer to the laundry care labels for
directions on suitability for drying.
WARNING
Misuse of a tumble dryer may
create a fire hazard.
WARNING
Where the hot surface symbol is
located the temperature rise during operation
of the tumble dryer may be in excess of 60
degrees C.
User’s manual.
This machine should only be
used for its intended purpose as described in
this manual. Ensure that it is fully understood
before operating.
Installation.
This machine should not be
installed in a bathroom or shower room.
Never install the dryer against curtains and be
sure to prevent items from falling or collecting
behind the dryer.
Ventilation.
Adequate ventilation must be
provided in the room where the tumble dryer
is located to prevent gases from appliances
burning other fuels, including open fires, being
drawn into the room during operation of the
tumble dryer.
Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue
which is used for exhausting fumes from
appliances burning gas or other fuels.
Check regularly that the air flowing through
the dryer is not restricted:
Check the fluff filter after use, and clean, if
necessary.
The venting hose or duct should be checked
periodically and any accumulation of fluff
removed.
The inlet and outlets should be kept free from
obstructions.
If the dryer is used frequently the period
between checks should be reduced
accordingly.
Dryness.
Clothes should be spin dried or
thoroughly wrung before they are put into the
tumble dryer. Clothes that are dripping wet
should NOT be put into the dryer.
Lighters and matches
must not be left in
pockets and NEVER use flammable liquids
near the machine.
Glass fibre curtains
should never be put in
this machine. Skin irritation may occur if
other garments are contaminated with the
glass fibres.
Garments treated or contaminated with
flammable cleaning sprays
or liquids such as
petrol, cooking oil or aerosol sprays must not
be put in this machine.
Lint or fluff
must not be allowed to collect on
the floor around the outside of the machine.
Cool down period.
The drum inside may be
very hot. Always allow the dryer to complete
the cool down period before removing the
laundry.
Faults.
Do not continue to use this machine if
it appears to be faulty.
After use.
Remove the plug from the
electricity supply. Always remove the plug
before cleaning the appliance.
Supply cord.
If the supply cord on this
appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a
special cord which is only available from
GIAS Service.
GIAS Service.
To ensure the continued safe
and efficient operation of this appliance we
recommend that any servicing or repairs are
only carried out by an authorised service
engineer.
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