Whirlpool 15 Kg Front Load Dryer User Guide
- June 13, 2024
- Whirlpool
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Whirlpool 15 Kg Front Load Dryer
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CONTROL PANEL
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ON/OFF button (hold for Reset) \
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Programme selection Knob
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Start/Pause
Options Buttons -
Cycle end
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High heat
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Anti tangle (hold for Mute)
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Dryness level
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Start lelay
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Timed drying
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Rapid (hold for Key lock)
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Gentle
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FreshCare+
Note: some models may have the wording in full instead of the icons.
INDICATORS
FIRST TIME USE
Make sure that the water tank is correctly inserted. Make sure that the drain
hose on the back of the dryer is fixed correctly, either to the dryer’s water
tank, or to your domestic drainage system. The dryer must be installed in a
room with a temperature ranging between 5°C and 35°C to ensure proper
operation. Before you use your dryer ensure that it has been in a upright
position for at least 6 hours.
DAILY USE
Doing this will keep your machine working at its BEST:
- remember to empty your water tank after each drying cycle.
- remember to clean your filters after each drying cycle. Refer to the Care & Maintenance section.
- Plug the dryer into the power supply socket.
- Open the door and load garments; always refer to instructions on clothing labels and the max loads indicated in the programme section. Empty pockets. Make sure garments do not get caught between the door and/or the door filter. Do not load items that are dripping wet. Do not tumble dry large, very bulky items.
- Close the door.
- Press the “On/Off” button.
- Select the most suitable programme for the type of fabric in that load.
- Select the options, if necessary.
- Press the “Start/Pause” button to begin drying.
- At the end of the drying cycle, a buzzer will beep. An indicator on the control panel signals the end of the cycle. Pull the load out immediately to prevent the formation of creases on laundry.
- Turn the machine off by pressing the “On/Off” button, open the door and pull the clothing out. If the machine is not switched off manually, after about a quarter of an hour from the end of the cycle , the appliance turns off automatically to save energy. Note that some programme/option accords with “Crease Care” system. This means that for some hours, after the end of the drying cycle, the drum rotates at regular intervals to prevent the formation of creases. In case of power failure, it is necessary to press the “Start/Pause” button to restart the cycle.
OPENING OF THE DOOR DURING THE CYCLE
Laundry can be checked while the drying cycle runs and any garments already
dry can be removed, while drying continues for the remaining items. After
closing the door, press the “Start/Pause” button to resume machine operation.
Keep the door closed until the cycle end to save time and energy.
CARE LABEL
Always check the care labels, especially when placing garments in the tumble dryer for the first time. Below are the most commonly used symbols:
- May be tumble dried.
- Do not tumble dry.
- Tumble dry – high heat.
- Tumble dry – low heat.
PROGRAMS
The duration of these programs will depend on the size of the load, types of textiles, the spin speed used in your washer and any extra options selected. In machines equipped with display, the duration of the cycles is shown on the control panel. The remaining time is constantly checked and adjusted during the drying cycle to show the best possible estimate. Option to use – If all your loads on Automatic Cycles are consistently less dry or more dry than you would like, you may increase or decrease the dryness level using the specific option.
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**Eco kg Max***
- This is the most efficient programme in terms of energy consumption and is suitable for drying normal wet cotton laundry. The values on the Energy Label are based on this programme.
NOTE: For optimal energy efficiency this cycle by default is set up to “Cupboard Dry” level. For a higher dryness level we suggest using the Cotton cycle.
- This is the most efficient programme in terms of energy consumption and is suitable for drying normal wet cotton laundry. The values on the Energy Label are based on this programme.
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Easy ironing
This cycle relaxes fibres, thus making ironing and folding easier. Suitable for small load of damp or dry cotton and cotton blend fabrics. Not for wet items. -
Refresh
A short programme suitable for refreshing fibres and garments through the emission of fresh air. Do not use on wet items. It can be used on with any load size but is more effective with small loads. It lasts about 20 minutes.
MAX LOAD 9 Kg (Dry load)
OPTIONS
These buttons allow you to personalise the selected programme according to personal requirements. Not all options are available for all programmes. Some options may be incompatible with ones you have previously set; if so, you will be alerted by the buzzer and/or blinking indicators. If the option is available, the option indicator will stay on. The programme may retain some options selected in previous drying cycles.
Dryness level
Press the related button several times to obtain a different level of residual
moisture on garments. An indicator signals the level being
selected.
Timed drying
This option is to manually set the drying time. Press the corresponding button
to set the required time for drying. An indicator on the control panel signals
the time being selected.
Start delay
This option is for delaying the start of the cycle. Press the corresponding
button several times to find the required delay. Once the max time is reached,
the option is reset by pressing the button again. An indicator on the control
panel signals the time being selected. After pressing the “Start/Pause”
button, the machine signals the time remaining to the start of the cycle. If
the door is opened, press the “Start/Pause” button once the door has been
closed.
Rapid
Enables quicker drying.
FreshCare+
If laundry is left inside of the drum once the cycle has ended, it can be
subjected to bacterial proliferation. This option helps to prevent this from
happening by controlling the temperature and gently rotating the drum. This
will continue for up to 6 hours after the end of the cycle. This setting will
remain in the memory of the previous cycle. If this is used alongside Start
Delay, a crease treatment will be perfomed during this phase by periodic
rotations of the drum.
Key lock
This option makes all machine controls inaccesible, except the “On/Off”
button. When the machine is on:
- to activate the option, keep the button pressed until the machines signals that the option has been enabled.
- to disable the option, keep the button pressed until the machine signals that the option has been disabled. This option remains in memory if selected in previous drying.
Cycle end
This option activates a prolonged buzzer at the end of the cycle. Enable it if
you are not sure to hear the normal sound at the end of the cycle. This option
remains in memory if selected in the previous drying.
Mute
This option turns off all sounds of control panel. Only warnings remain
active.
- to activate the option, keep the button pressed until the indicator goes on.
- to disable the option, keep the button pressed until the indicator goes off.
High heat
It improves the drying capacity. Option suitable for drying tough garments, it
is used with timed cycles.
Anti tangle
This option performes a special drum movement that reduces tangling and
knotting of your clothes. It gives best results when used with smaller loads.
Gentle
Enables a more gentle treatment of the laundry by reducing the drying
temperature.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: unplug the dryer during the cleaning and maintenance procedures.
Emptying the water tank after each cycle (see Fig. A).
Pull the container out of the dryer and empty it into a sink or other suitable
drain, then place it back properly. Do not use the dryer without having
inserted the container back in place.
Cleaning the door filter after each cycle (see Fig. B).
Pull the filter out and clean it by removing the lint from the filter surface
under running water or using a vacuum cleaner. For optimal performance, dry up
the filter before inserting it back in place. Do not use the dryer without
having reinserted the filter in place. Remove the door filter as described
below:
1. Open the door and pull the filter upwards.
2. Open the filter and remove the lint from all its parts. Replace the
filter correctly making sure it is fully seated.
Cleaning the bottom filter when the relevant indicator turns on (see Fig. C).
Pull the filter out and remove the lint from its surface by washing it under runing water or by using a vacuum cleaner. However, it is advisable to clean this filter after each cycle to optimise drying performance.
Do not use the dryer without having reinserted the filter in place.
Remove the bottom filter as described below:
- Open the bottom cover.
- Take the handle and pull the filter out.
- Open the rear side of the filter and remove the lint from the inner surface of the mesh.
- Clean the filter chamber avoiding the direct contact with the fins.
- Close the rear side of the filter and place it back by checking it is perfectly integrated into its seat.
- Lower the filter handle and close the bottom cover.
- Make sure the air intake is free.
The filters are essential parts for drying. They are intended to collect the lint formed during the drying process. In case of clogged filters, the air flow inside the dryer would be seriously affected: the drying times would be longer, the energy consumption would increase and the dryer could be damaged. If these procedures are not carried out properly, the dryer may not start.
Cleaning the tumble dryer
- The external metal, plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
- Clean the front air intake grille regularly (every 6 months) with a vacuum cleaner to remove any lint, fluff or dust deposits. Furthermore, remove any lint deposits from the filters area, using a vacuum cleaner every so often.
- Do not use solvents or abrasives.
TRANSPORT AND HANDLING
Never lift the dryer by holding it at the worktop.
- Unplug the dryer.
- Remove the water from the water tank completely.
- Make sure that door and water tank are properly closed.
- If the drain hose is connected to your drainage system, re-connect it to the back of the dryer (see “Installation” section in the Safety Instruction guide).
Power consumption
off-mode (Po) – Watts| 0.42
left-on mode (Pl) – Watts| 2.00
Programs| Kg| kWh| Minutes
**Eco *| 9| 2.13| 211
Eco| 4.5| 1.19| 131
Synthetics*| 4| 0.73| 95
This is the reference programme for the energy label and suitable to dry normal wet cotton laundry. This is the most efficient programme in terms of energy consumption for drying wet cotton laundry. (Standard/Default starting configuration).
Heat Pump System
The heat pump contains fluorinated greenhouse gases, contained in a
hermetically sealed unit. This sealed unit contains 0.18 kg of the R134a
gas. GWP = 604 (1 t CO2).
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
- Water Tank
- Air Intake
- Bottom filter
- Door filter
TROUBLESHOOTING
Before contacting the After-sales Service, refer to the table below. Often the malfunctions are minor and can be solved in few minutes.
| Malfunction | Possible cause | Solution |
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The tumble dryer does not turn on.
| The plug is not inserted into the socket.| Insert the plug into the socket.
The plug is faulty.| Try to plug another appliance in the same socket. Do not
use connecting electrical devices to the socket, such as adapters or
extensions.
A power failure occurred.| Wait for the power supply to be restored and switch the fuse on again
if necessary.
The tumble dryer does not start.
| The door has not been closed properly.| Close the door.
A time delay was set to the start of the cycle.| For machines equipped with
this function: wait for the set delay to
end or switch the machine off to reset it. Refer to the Options section.
The “Start/Pause” button was not pressed in
order to start the programme.
| Press the “Start/Pause” button.
The Key Lock function was enabled (for machines equipped with this option).|
Refer to the Options section. If Key Lock was selected, disable it. Switching
the machine off will not disable this option.
Garments are wet at cycle completion.
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Small load.
| The automatic programme has not sensed the required final moisture so that the dryer completes the programme and stops. If this happens simply select an additional short period of drying or select Extra Dry
option if available.
Large loads or heavier fabrics.| Dryness levels can be modified to the specific dryness desired.
Extra Dry is recommended for ready to wear items.
The drying times are very long.
| An appropriate maintenance was not carried out.| Refer to the Care & Maintenace section and perform the operations
described.
The programme, the time and/or the drying level set are not suitable for the type and the amount
of load inserted into the dryer.
| Refer to Programmes and Options sections to find the programme and options
most suitable for the type of load.
The garments are too wet.| Carry out a washing cycle with higher spin speed to
remove as much
water as possible.
The dryer may be overloaded.| Refer to the Programmes section to check the max load for each
programme.
Room temperature.| The drying time may be longer if the room temperature falls outside
the 14–30°C range.
The programme
did not end.
| A power failure occurred might have occurred.| In case of power failure, it is necessary to press the “Start/Pause”
button to restart the cycle.
Lights on or flashing
Water tank| The water tank is full.| Empty the water tank. Refer to the
Care & Maintenance section.
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Door filter| Failure of the air flow necessary for machine operation.|
Clean the door filter and check whether air intake is free. Carrying out these
operations improperly may cause damages. Refer to Care &
Maintenance section.
**Bottom filter*| The bottom filter requires cleaning.| Clean the bottom
filter. Refer to Care & Maintenance section.
DEMO**
The cycle lasts few minutes.
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The dryer is in DEMO mode. The DEMO indicator is on.
| Disable the DEMO mode. The following actions must be carried out in sequence, without breaks. Switch the machine on and then switch it off again. Press the Start/Pause button until the buzzer is heard. Switch the
machine on again. The “DEMO” indicator flashes and then turns off.
The presence of wrench
symbol signals a malfunction.
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The machine sensors detected a failure.
| Switch the dryer off and unplug it. Open the door immediately and pull laundry out, to allow the heat to dissipate. Wait for about 15 minutes. Reconnect the dryer to the power supply, load the laundry and restart the drying cycle. If the problem still occurs, contact the After-Sales Service Centre and communicate the letters and digits flashing on the display.
For instance: F3 and E2.
Note: some models are auto-cleaning and not equipped with bottom fi lter. Please refer to the Care & Maintenance section.
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References
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