User manual MIELE T 9800

[. . . ] Operating and Installation Instructions Vented Dryer T 9800 To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use. en - US, CA M. -Nr. 37 3 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 dry articles that have been previously cleaned, washed, soaked or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children. [. . . ] ^ The door gasket can be wiped with a damp cloth. 17 Dryer Care Changing the light bulb To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging or tripping the circuit breaker. ^ Replace the light bulb with a temperature proof bulb available from Miele. The light bulb must not exceed the maximum wattage quoted on the data plate and the light cover. , Make sure the bulb cover is securely closed to prevent a short circuit or penetrating moisture. Penetrating moisture can cause a short circuit. ^ Remove the screw. ^ Flip the cover down. 18 Frequently asked questions , Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for unauthorized work. The following section will help you avoid placing a service call by identifying issues you may encounter while operating the machine: General problems A drying program cannot be started Possible fault The "Start/Stop" button was not pressed. The items dried have static cling Add fabric softener to laundry when washing. Close the door properly. 19 Frequently asked questions The laundry is not dry enough. Possible fault The load contained too many dissimilar items (size and fabrics. ) Solution ­ Continue drying using the "Warm air" program. Important: To fix the following problems, open and close the dryer door. wall vent duct, louvered wall vent, bends, etc. ) regularly for air permeability. If the problem persists, dry items with long zippers using the "45 min. warm" program, if necessary use the laundry basket. The laundry was not spun sufficiently in the washer. Metallic zippers prevent a correct measurement of the laundry's residual moisture. 20 Quick Guide Remove this guide for easy reference To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use. Quick Guide 1. Load the laundry With the laundry basket Reduce the load size to ½ of a normal load. Drying with the laundry basket is only possible in the programs "45 min warm" and "15 min cold". ^ Close the door. ^ Load the laundry loosely in the drum. , To prevent fabric damage, check that laundry will not be caught in the closed door. Quick Guide 3. Program end - Unload the laundry The Anti-crease/End indicator lights. ^ Press the desired program button. Select an option ^ Open the door. ^ Select an option button, if desired. ^ Close the door. ^ Press the "Start/Stop" button. Quick Guide Short program guide Extra Dry Multi-layer, mixed loads of sturdy cottons, e. g. The "Extra dry" program should not be selected for jersey materials. Options: Turbo or Gentle, Buzzer Normal Single and multilayered cotton and linen laundry e. g. terry towels, beach towels, bath robes, T-Shirts, underwear, cottons, bed linens, baby clothing. [. . . ] This airflow gap must not be blocked by a toekick or thick piled carpets. by opening a window or door, is essential for the dryer's operation. The warm air exhausting from the dryer can affect the thermostat of the refrigerator, causing it to run continuously. 31 Installation How to calculate the effective duct length The overall duct length will determine the duct diameter. ^ Measure the actual duct length needed to go from the dryer's exhaust connection to the vent outlet: 1. [. . . ]