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Where to put and vent your dryer
Stack it on your
washing machine
Venting options
Your tumble dryer should NOT be located adjacent to a gas hob,
cooker, heater, or eye level grill as flames from the burners could
cause damage to your machine.
When the dryer is fitted under a work surface, allow space for air
to enter the rear grille, 10mm above the dryer minimum.
If you are using this dryer adjacent or stacked on top of a
washing machine SEPARATE mains plugs and sockets must be
used for each appliance. DO NOT use 2-way adaptors or
extension leads.
Both your tumble dryer and front loading washing machine are
similar in design allowing the tumble dryer to be permanently
stacked on top saving you valuable floor space. A special
stacking kit complete with instructions is available from your
retailer or nearest Spares Centre.
IMPORTANT:
Only use genuine stacking kits. When ordering you must
state the model numbers of both your Washing Machine and
your Tumble Dryer. Unsuitable kits may result in a potential
hazard and will invalidate your warranty rights.
Some models are designed to give the option of venting the
moist air from the front of the dryer. The dryer as supplied is rear
venting. Some models can be converted to front venting by
removing the vent cover from the aperture on the front (Fig. 1) of
the dryer and fitting it in the aperture at the back.
A vent hose is recommended for optimum performance.
A vent hose must be used if the rear venting option is used.
(If this is not supplied it can be obtained from your retailer
or Spares Centre).
When front venting without a hose a window must always be
opened to reduce condensation.
The hose must be fitted securely into the dryer, as shown on the
diagrams on the previous page. If possible it is always best to
connect the hose to a permanent outlet close to the dryer (see
instructions on next page).
Ensure that the end of the hose is not directed towards the
air intake grille at the rear of the dryer.
If permanent installation is not possible, the dryer will work just
as well with the hose passed through a partly opened window.
(See diagram on next page).
NOTE: The vent hose should not exceed 2.4 metres in
length, and should be kept free of any possible
accumulation of fluff lint (and water) by frequently shaking it
out. Always ensure that the hose is not squashed.
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