T7DBG840N EN User Manual

Tumble Dryer
T7DBG842R

USER
MANUAL
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CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INFORMATION...................................................................................... 3
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................... 6
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION...................................................................................8
4. CONTROL PANEL................................................................................................9
5. PROGRAMME.................................................................................................... 10
6. OPTIONS............................................................................................................ 12
7. BEFORE FIRST USE..........................................................................................13
8. DAILY USE......................................................................................................... 15
9. HINTS AND TIPS................................................................................................17
10. CARE AND CLEANING.................................................................................... 18
11. TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................... 21
12. TECHNICAL DATA........................................................................................... 24
13. ACCESSORIES................................................................................................ 26
14. PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET IN REFERENCE TO E.U. REGULATION
1369/2017............................................................................................................... 26

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the
following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
Warning / Caution-Safety information
General information and tips
Environmental information

Subject to change without notice.

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1. SAFETY INFORMATION
Before beginning the installation and use of this
appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or
damage that are the result of incorrect installation or
usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and
accessible location for future reference.
- Read the supplied instructions.
Warning: Risk of fire / Flammable materials.
The appliance contains flammable gas, propane (R290),
a gas with a high level of environmental compatibility.
Keep fire and ignition sources away from the appliance.
Be careful not to cause damage to the refrigerant circuit
containing propane.
1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety
WARNING!
Risk of suffocation, injury or permanent
disability.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons
with very extensive and complex disabilities shall be
kept away from the appliance unless continuously
supervised.
• Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept
away from the appliance unless continuously
supervised.
• Do not let children play with the appliance.
• Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of
it appropriately.
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• Keep detergents away from children.

• Keep children and pets away from the appliance when
the door is open.
• If the appliance has a child safety device, it should be
activated.
• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user
maintenance of the appliance without supervision.
1.2 General Safety
• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
• If the tumble dryer is put on top of a washing machine,
use the stacking kit. The stacking kit, available from
your authorized vendor, can be used only with the
appliance specified in the instructions supplied with
the accessory. Read it carefully before installation
(refer to the Installation leaflet).
• The appliance can be installed as freestanding or
below a kitchen counter with correct space (refer to
the Installation leaflet).
• Do not install the appliance behind a lockable door, a
sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite
side, that would prevent the appliance door from being
fully open.
• The ventilation opening in the base must not be
covered by a carpet, mat, or any floor covering.
• CAUTION: The appliance must not be supplied
through an external switching device, such as a timer,
or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on
and off by a utility.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at
the end of the installation process. Make sure that the
mains plug is accessible after installation.
• Ensure good air ventilation in the room where the
appliance is installed to avoid the backflow of
unwanted gases into the room from appliances
burning gas or other fuels, including open fires.
• WARNING: Do not install the appliance in an
environment with no air exchange.
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The appliance contains flammable gas, propane

(R290), a gas with a high level of environmental
compatibility. Keep fire and ignition sources away from
the appliance. Be careful not to cause damage to the
refrigerant circuit containing propane.
• WARNING: In the appliance enclosure or in the built -
in structure, keep ventilation opening clear of
obstruction.
• WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• If the mains power supply cable is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised
Service Centre or similarly qualified persons to avoid
an electrical hazard.
• Do not exceed the maximum load of 8,0 kg (refer to
the "Programme chart" chapter).
• Do not use the appliance if items have been soiled
with industrial chemicals.
• Wipe away lint or packaging debris that has
accumulated around the appliance.
• Do not run the appliance without a filter. Clean the lint
filter before or after each use.
• Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.
• Items that have been soiled with substances such as
cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol, kerosene, spot
removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers
should be washed in hot water with an extra amount of
detergent before being dried in the tumble dryer.
• Items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps,
waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes
or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads should not be
dried in the tumble dryer.
• Fabric softeners, or similar products, should only be
used as specified by the product manufacturer’s
instructions.
• Remove all objects from items that could be a source
of fire ignition such as lighters or matches.
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• WARNING: Never stop a tumble dryer before the end

of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly
removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.
• Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the
appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the
socket.
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 Installation 2.2 Electrical connection
WARNING!
Warning: Risk of fire / Flammable Risk of fire and electric
materials. shock.
• Remove all the packaging. • Connect the mains plug to the mains
• Do not install or use a damaged socket only at the end of the
appliance. installation. Make sure that there is
• Follow the installation instructions access to the mains plug after the
supplied with the appliance. installation.
• Do not install the appliance in an • The appliance must be earthed.
environment with no air exchange • Make sure that the parameters on the
The appliance contains flammable rating plate are compatible with the
gas, propane (R290), a gas with a electrical ratings of the mains power
high level of environmental supply.
compatibility. Keep fire and ignition • Always use a correctly installed
sources away from the appliance. Be shockproof socket.
careful not to cause damage to the • Do not use multi-plug adapters and
refrigerant circuit containing propane. extension cables.
• Always take care when moving the • Do not pull the mains cable to
appliance as it is heavy. Always use disconnect the appliance. Always pull
safety gloves and enclosed footwear. the mains plug.
• Do not install or use the appliance • Do not touch the mains cable or the
where the temperature can be lower mains plug with wet hands.
than 5°C or higher than 35°C. • This appliance is fitted with a 13 A
• The floor area on which the appliance mains plug. If it is necessary to
is to be installed must be flat, stable, change the mains plug fuse, use only
heat resistant and clean. a 13 A ASTA (BS 1362) fuse (UK and
• Make sure that there is air circulation Ireland only).
between the appliance and the floor.
• Always keep the appliance vertical 2.3 Use
when it is being moved.
• The rear surface of the appliance WARNING!
must be put against a wall. Risk of injury, electric shock,
• When the appliance is in its fire, burns or damage to the
permanent position, check if it is appliance.
levelled correctly with the aid of a
spirit level. If it is not, adjust the feet
accordingly. Warning: Risk of fire / Flammable
materials. The appliance contains
flammable gas, propane (R290), a gas
with a high level of environmental
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compatibility. Keep fire and ignition with a high level of environmental

sources away from the appliance. Be compatibility. Keep fire and ignition
careful not to cause damage to the sources away from the appliance. Be
refrigerant circuit containing propane. careful not to cause damage to the
refrigerant circuit containing propane.
• This appliance is for household use
only. • Do not use water spray and steam to
• Do not dry damaged (torn, frayed) clean the appliance.
items that contain padding or fillings. • Clean the appliance with a moist soft
• If laundry has been washed with a cloth. Use only neutral detergents. Do
stain remover, carry out an additional not use abrasive products, abrasive
rinse cycle before starting a drying cleaning pads, solvents or metal
cycle. objects.
• Dry only fabrics that are suitable to • Be careful when you clean the
dry in the appliance. Follow the appliance to prevent damage to the
cleaning instruction on the item label. cooling system.
• Do not drink or prepare food with the
condensed water/distilled water. It can 2.6 Compressor
cause health problems to people and
pets. WARNING!
• Do not sit or stand on the open door Risk of damage to the
of the appliance. appliance.
• Do not dry dripping wet clothes in the
appliance. • The compressor and its system in the
tumble dryer is filled with a special
2.4 Internal lighting agent which is free from fluoro-chloro-
hydrocarbons. This system must stay
WARNING! tight. The damage of the system can
Risk of injury. cause a leakage.

• Concerning the lamp(s) inside this 2.7 Service

product and spare part lamps sold
separately: These lamps are intended • To repair the appliance contact the
to withstand extreme physical Authorised Service Centre.
conditions in household appliances, • Use original spare parts only.
such as temperature, vibration,
humidity, or are intended to signal 2.8 Disposal
information about the operational
WARNING!
status of the appliance. They are not
Risk of injury or suffocation.
intended to be used in other
applications and are not suitable for
household room illumination.
• To replace the internal lighting, Warning: Risk of fire / Risk of
contact the Authorised Service material damage and damage to the
Centre. appliance.
• Disconnect the appliance from the
2.5 Care and cleaning mains electrical and water supplies.
• Cut off the mains electrical cable
WARNING! close to the appliance and dispose of
Risk of injury or damage to it.
the appliance. • The appliance contains flammable
gas (R290). Contact your municipal
authority for information on how to
Warning: Risk of fire / Flammable discard the appliance correctly.
materials. The appliance contains
flammable gas, propane (R290), a gas
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• Remove the door catch to prevent for the disposal of Waste Electrical
children or pets from becoming and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
trapped in the drum.
• Dispose of the appliance in
accordance with local requirements

3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1 2

5
6
9
7

1 Water container 6 Airflow slots

2 Control panel 7 Condenser lid
3 Appliance door 8 Condenser cover
4 Filter 9 Adjustable feet
5 Rating plate

For ease of loading laundry

or ease of installation the
door is reversible. (see
separate leaflet).
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4. CONTROL PANEL
1 2

6 5 4 3

1 Program dial 5 On/Off button

2 Display 6 Programs
3 Start/Pause button
4 Options

4.1 Display

Symbol on the display Symbol description

laundry maximum load

delay start option on

- delay start selection (30min-20h)

cycle time indication

buzzer off
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Symbol on the display Symbol description

child lock on

, , , laundry dryness: iron dry, cupboard dry, cupboard dry

+, extra dry

indicator: drain the water container

indicator: clean the filter

indicator: check the condenser

time dry option on

- time programme selection (10min-2h)

indicator: drying phase

indicator: crease guard phase

indicator: cooling phase

5. PROGRAMME
Programme Load 1) Properties / Fabric mark

Cycle to be used to dry cotton with

2)
8,0 kg "cotton cupboard" dryness level, /
Cottons Eco with maximum energy saving.

Cycle defined to dry cottons items

Cottons 8,0 kg of different size / different weaving /
altogether.

Synthetics 3,5 kg Synthetic and mixed fabrics. /

Mixed 3 kg Cotton and synthetic fabrics. /

Woollen fabrics. Gentle drying of washable wool‐

Wool 1 kg lens. Remove items immediately when the pro‐
gramme is completed.

Silk 1 kg Silk suitable for tumble drying. /

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Programme Load 1) Properties / Fabric mark

Easy care fabrics for which a minimum of ironing

is necessary. The drying results can be different
from one type of fabric to another. Shake the
1 kg (or 5 items before putting them in the appliance.
Easy Iron
shirts) When the programme has ended, immediately
remove the items and put them on a hanger.
/

Bed linen such as single and dou‐

Bed Linen 3 kg ble sheets, pillowcases, duvet cov‐ /
er.

Single or double duvets and pil‐

Duvet 3 kg lows (with feather, down or syn‐ /
thetic fillings).

Sportswear, thin and light fabrics,

Sport 2 kg /
microfiber, polyester.
1) The maximum weight refers to dry items.

2) The Cottons Eco programme is the “Standard cotton programme” according to Commission
Regulation EU No. 392/2012. It is suitable for drying normal wet cotton laundry and it is the most efficient
programme in terms of energy consumption for drying wet cotton laundry.

5.1 Programmes and options selection

Options

Dryness
Programmes1) Anti-crease Refresh Time Drying
Level

Cottons Eco 2)

Cottons

Synthetics

Mixed 2)

Wool 2) 3)

Silk 2)

Easy Iron 2)

Bed Linen 2)

Duvet 2)
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Options

Dryness
Programmes1) Anti-crease Refresh Time Drying
Level

Sport 2)

1) Together with the programme you can set 1 or more options.

2) Set by default
3) See chapter OPTIONS: Time Drying on Wool programme

5.2 Consumption data

Energy
Program Spun at / residual humidity Drying time 1) consump‐
tion 2)

Cottons Eco 8,0 kg

cupboard dry 1400 rpm / 50% 145 min 1,59 kWh

1000 rpm / 60% 178 min 1,93 kWh

Cottons 8,0 kg

iron dry 1400 rpm / 50% 110 min 1,18 kWh

1000 rpm / 60% 140 min 1,45 kWh

Cottons Eco 4,0 kg

cupboard dry 1400 rpm / 50% 89 min 0,90 kWh

1000 rpm / 60% 104 min 1,08 kWh

Synthetics 3,5 kg

cupboard dry 1200 rpm / 40% 62 min 0,59 kWh

800 rpm / 50% 81 min 0,79 kWh

1) For partial loads, the cycle time is shorter and appliance uses less energy.
2) Improper ambient temperature and/or poorly centrifuged laundry can prolong cycle time and increase
the energy consumption.

6. OPTIONS
6.1 Dryness Level
- ready to store - cupboard dry
This option helps to achieve requested level - default selection which is related
laundry dryness. Possible selections: to the programme.

- ready to iron - iron dry - ready to store - cupboard dry

level. + level.
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- ready to store - extra dry TIME DRYING RECOMMENDATION

level.
full drying of the small laundry
> 40
6.2 Anti-crease min
loads up to 4 kg, well spun
(>1200 rpm).
Extends up to 120 minutes the anti-
crease phase (30 minutes) at the end of
the drying cycle. After drying phase drum 6.5 Time Drying on Wool
rotates from time to time to prevent program
creases. Laundry can be removed during
the anti-crease phase. Option applicable to Wool program to
adjust final dryness level to more dry or
6.3 Refresh less dry.

To refresh clothes that were in storage. 6.6 Delay Start

Maximal load cannot exceed 1 kg.
Lets to delay the start of a
6.4 Time Drying drying program from
minimum of 30 minutes to
For cottons, synthetics and mixed. Lets maximum of 20 hours.
the user to set drying time from minimum
10 min to maximum of 2 hours (in 10 min 1. Set the drying program and options.
steps). When this option is maximum, 2. Touch Delay Start button again and
load indicator disappears. again.
The cycle lasts as long as Time of delay is on the display (e.g.
set drying time regardless of if the program has to start after 12
the size of a load and its hours.)
dryness. 3. To activate Delay Start option, touch
the Start/Pause button.
TIME DRYING RECOMMENDATION Time to start decreases on the display.

10 - 20 action of cool air only (no heat‐ 6.7 Buzzer

min er).
The sound is heard at the:
additional drying to improve dry‐
20 - 40 • cycle end
ness after previous drying cy‐
min • start and end of crease guard phase
cle.
The buzzer option is by default always
on. You can use this option to activate or
deactivate the sound.

7. BEFORE FIRST USE

Rear drum locks are It is highly recommended
removed automatically when to start any programme for
dryer is activated for the first the first time without the
time. Possible to hear some load for a few seconds to
noise. ensure that the rear drum
locks are removed
properly.

To unlock the rear drum locks:

1. Switch on the appliance.
2. Set any programme.
3. Press the Start/Pause button.
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Drum starts to rotate. Rear drum locks After product unpacking you can feel an
are automatically deactivated. unusual smell. This is normal for brand
new products.
If the drum still does not
rotate, please release the Appliance is built of several different
rear drum locks manually (to types of material which all together can
do that, please use provided generate unusual smell.
key). Over usage time, after few drying cycles
unusual smell gradually disappears.

7.2 Noises
Different noises may be
B heard at different times
A
during the drying cycle. They
are perfectly normal
operating sounds.

A Working compressor.

Brrrr

Rotating drum.

Before you use the appliance to dry

items:
• Clean the tumble dryer drum with a
moist cloth.
• Start a 1 hour programme with moist
laundry.
At the beginning of the
drying cycle (first 3-5 min)
Working fans.
there could be a slightly
higher sound level. This is
due to the compressor
starting up. This is normal
for compressor powered
appliances such as
refrigerators and freezers.

7.1 Unusual smell

The appliance is tightly packed.
Working pump and transferring
condensation to the tank.
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8. DAILY USE
8.1 Preparing the laundry • Always set the programme suitable
for the type of laundry.
Very often the clothes after • Do not put light and dark colours
washing cycle are kneaded together.
and tangled altogether. • Use suitable programme for cottons,
Drying kneaded and tangled jersey and knitwear to reduce
clothes is inefficient. shrinkage.
To assure proper air flow • Do not exceed the maximum load
and even drying it is stated in the programmes chapter or
recommended to shake and shown on the display.
load one by one the clothes • Dry only the laundry that is suitable
to the tumble dryer. for tumble drying. Refer to the fabric
label on the items.
To assure proper drying process: • Do not dry large and small items
• Close the zips. together. Small items can be trapped
• Close the fasteners of duvet covers. inside the large items and remain wet.
• Do not dry ties or ribbons loose (e.g. • Shake the large clothes, fabrics
apron ribbons). Tie them before you before placing in the tumble dryer. It is
start a programme. to avoid moist places inside the fabric
• Remove all items from pockets. after the drying cycle.
• Turn items with the internal layer
made of cotton inside out. Cotton
layer must be faced outwards.

Fabric label Description

Laundry is suitable for tumble drying.

Laundry is suitable for tumble drying at higher temperatures.

Laundry is suitable for tumble drying at low temperatures only.

Laundry is not suitable for tumble drying.

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8.2 Loading the laundry 8.5 Setting a programme

CAUTION!
Ensure the laundry is not
trapped between the
appliance door and the
rubber seal.

Use the programme dial to set the

programme.
The approximate programme duration
1. Pull open the appliance door. appears on the display.
2. Load the laundry one item at a time. Real drying time will depend
3. Close the appliance door. on type of the load (quantity
and composition), the room
8.3 Turning on the appliance temperature and the
humidity of your laundry
after spin drying phase.

8.6 Options
Together with the programme you can
set 1 or more special options.

To turn on the appliance:

Push the On/Off button.
If the appliance is on, some indicators
appear on the display.

8.4 Auto Off function

To decrease the energy consumption, To activate or deactivate an option touch
the Auto Off function turns the appliance the relevant button or a two button
off automatically: combination.
• if the Start/Pause touch button is not its symbol appears on the display or the
touched within 5 minutes. led above the corresponding button lights
• 5 minutes after a cycle ends. up.
Push the On/Off button to turn on the
appliance. 8.7 Child lock option
If the appliance is on, some indications The child lock can be set to prevent
appear on the display. children from playing with the appliance.
The child lock option locks all touch
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buttons and the program dial (this option 8.9 Program change
does not lock the On/Off button).
To change a program:
You can activate the child lock option:
1. Push the On/Off button to turn the
• before you touch the Start/Pause appliance off.
button - the appliance cannot start 2. Push the On/Off button again to turn
• after you touch the Start/Pause on the appliance.
button - programs and option 3. Set a new program.
selection is unavailable.
8.10 Programme end
Child lock option activation:
Clean the filter and drain the
water container after each
drying cycle. (See chapter
CARE AND CLEANING.)

If the drying cycle is finished, the symbol

appears on the display. If the Buzzer
1. Turn the dryer on. option is activated, the acoustic signal
2. Select 1 of the available programs. sounds intermittently for 1 minute.
3. Touch and hold down 2 buttons at
the same time. If you do not turn off the
appliance, the anti-crease
The symbol appears on the display. phase starts (not active with
4. To deactivate the child lock, touch all programmes). Flashing
the above buttons again until the
symbol disappears. symbol signals the
execution of the anti-crease
8.8 Starting a program phase. Laundry can be
removed during this phase.

To remove the laundry:

1. Push the On/Off button for 2 seconds
to turn the appliance off.
2. Open the appliance door.
3. Remove the laundry.
4. Close the appliance door.
Possible causes of unsatisfactory drying
results:
• Inadequate default dryness level
settings. See chapter Adjustment of
To start the program: default dryness level
• Room temperature is too low or too
Touch the Start/Pause button. high. Optimal room temperature is
The appliance starts and the LED above between 18°-25°C.
the button stops flashing and stays on.

9. HINTS AND TIPS

9.1 Ecological hints • Clean the filter after each drying
cycle.
• Spin the laundry well before drying. • Do not use fabric softener to wash
• Do not exceed the load sizes which and then dry. In the tumble dryer
are specified in the programmes laundry becomes soft automatically.
chapter. • The water from the water container
can be used to iron the clothes. You
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must first filter the water to eliminate Dryness

remaining textile fibres (simple coffee Display symbol
level
filter is suitable).
• Always keep the airflow slots at the
Standard
bottom of the appliance clear.
• Make sure there is good airflow where dryness
the appliance is to be installed. 6. To memorise the setting touch and
hold down the Dryness Level and
9.2 Adjustment of default Refresh buttons at the same time for
dryness level approximately 2 seconds.

To change the default dryness level: 9.3 Deactivating the tank

1. Turn the appliance on. indicator
2. Wait approximately 8 seconds.
3. Select 1 of the available The water container indicator is activated
programmes. by default. It illuminates at the end of the
4. Touch and hold down the Dryness drying cycle or during the cycle if the
Level and Refresh buttons at the water reservoir is full. If the draining kit is
same time. installed the water container is drained
One of the symbols appears on the automatically and the indicator can be
display: deactivated.
- Maximum dryness To deactivate the indicator:
- Extra dryness 1. Turn the appliance on.
2. Wait approximately 8 seconds.
- Standard dryness
3. Select 1 of the available
5. Touch the Start/Pause button
programmes.
repeatedly until you reach the
4. Touch and hold down Refresh and
desired dryness level.
Time Drying buttons at the same
time.
Dryness One of 2 configurations is possible:
Display symbol
level
• the Tank indicator: is on if the
Maximum symbol appears - the
dryness water container indicator is
permanently activated
Extra dry‐ • the Tank indicator: is off if the
ness symbol appears - the
water container indicator is
permanently deactivated

10. CARE AND CLEANING

10.1 Cleaning the filter To achieve the best drying
performances clean the filter
At the end of each cycle the Filter regularly , clogged filter lead
symbol comes on the display and you to longer cycles and energy
must clean the filter. consumption increase.
The filter collects the lint Use your hand to clean the
during the drying cycle. filter , and if necessary , a
vacuum cleaner .
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CAUTION!
Avoid the use of water to
clean the filter. Instead throw
away lint in the dustbin
( avoid dispersion of plastic
fiber in water ambient).

1. Open the door. Pull the filter up.

10.2 Emptying the water

container
Empty the condensed water container
after each drying cycle.
2. Push the hook to open the filter. If the condensed water container is full,
the programme stops automatically. The
Tank symbol comes on the display
and you must empty the water container.
To empty the water container:
1. Pull the water container out keeping
it in a horizontal position.

3. Gather lint with hand from both

internal parts of the filter.

2. Pull the plastic connection out and

drain the water into a basin or
equivalent receptacle.

3. Push the plastic connection back in

Throw the lint in the dustbin. and place the water container back
4. If necessary, clean the filter with a into position.
vacuum cleaner. Close the filter. 4. To continue the programme press
5. If necessary, remove lint from the the Start/Pause button.
filter socket and gasket. You can use
a vacuum cleaner. Place the filter
back inside the filter socket.
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10.3 Cleaning the condenser 4. Lower the condenser lid.

If the symbol Condenser flashes on

the display, inspect the condenser and
its compartment. If it is dirty, clean it. Do
the check not less than once a 6 months.
WARNING!
Do not touch the metal
surface with bare hands.
Risk of injury. Wear
protective gloves. Clean
carefully to avoid damaging
the metal surface. 5. If necessary, remove the fluff from
the condenser and its compartment.
To inspect: You can use a wet cloth and/or a
vacuum cleaner with a brush
1. Open the door. Pull the filter up.
attachment.

2. Open the condenser cover.

6. Close the condenser lid.
7. Turn the lever until it clicks into
position.
8. Put the filter back.

10.4 Cleaning the humidity

sensor
CAUTION!
Risk of humidity sensor
damage. Do not use
abrasive materials or steel
3. Turn the lever to unlock the
wool to clean the sensor.
condenser lid.
To assure best drying results the
appliance is equipped with metal
humidity sensor. It is placed on the inner
side of the door area.
Over usage time the surface of the
sensor may get dirty what deteriorates
the drying performance.
We recommend to clean the sensor at
least 3 or 4 times or if you observe the
drop of drying performance.
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To clean you can use harder side of drum lifters. Dry the cleaned surfaces
dish-washing sponge and bit of vinegar with a soft cloth.
or dish soap.
CAUTION!
To clean the sensor: Do not use abrasive
1. Open the loading door. materials or steel wool to
2. Clean the surfaces of the humidity clean the drum.
sensor wiping off the metal surface
several times. 10.6 Cleaning the control
panel and housing
Use a standard neutral soap detergent to
clean the control panel and housing.
Use a moist cloth to clean. Dry the
cleaned surfaces with a soft cloth.
CAUTION!
Do not use furniture cleaning
agents or cleaning agents
which can cause corrosion.

10.5 Cleaning the drum 10.7 Cleaning the airflow

WARNING! slots
Disconnect the appliance Use a vacuum cleaner to remove fluff
before you clean it. from the airflow slots.
Use a standard neutral soap detergent to
clean the inner surface of the drum and

11. TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.

11.1 Error Codes

The appliance does not start or it stops during operation.
First try to find a solution to the problem (refer to the table). If the problem persists,
contact the Authorised Service Centre.
WARNING!
Deactivate the appliance before carrying out any check.

In case of major problems, the acoustic signals operate, the display shows an
alarm code and the Start/Pause button may flash continuously:

Possible cause Possible cause Remedy

Appliance Motor overloaded. The programme was not comple‐

Too much laundry or entrap in the ted. Remove the laundry from the
E5A
drum. drum, set the programme and re‐
start the cycle.
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Possible cause Possible cause Remedy

Internal fail. No communication be‐ The programme was not finished

tween electronic elements of the properly or the appliance stoped
appliance. too early. Switch the appliance off
E97 and on again.
If the alarm code appears again,
contact the Authorised Service
Centre.

The mains supply is unstable. When the appliance is showing

EH0, please wait until main supply
is stable than press start. If the ap‐
pliance pause the cycle without
EH0
any indication then press the cycle
start. If the warning will occur
check the power cord / socket in‐
tegrity or main supply.

If the display shows other alarm codes, deactivate and activate the appliance. If the
problem continues, contact the Authorised Service Centre.
In case of different problem with the Tumble dryer check the table below for possible
solutions.

11.2 Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The tumble dryer is not connected Connect it to the mains socket.

to the mains supply. Check the fuse in the fuse box (do‐
mestic installation).

The tumble dry‐ The door is open. Close the door.

er does not op‐
The On/Off button was not pushed. Push the On/Off button.
erate.
The Start/Pause button was not Touch the Start/Pause button.
touched.

The appliance is in standby mode. Push the On/Off button.

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Problem Possible cause Remedy

Incorrect programme selection. Select a suitable programme. 1)

The filter is clogged. Clean the filter. 2)

Dryness Level option was set to Change Dryness Level option to a

iron dry.3) higher level.

The load was too large. Do not exceed the maximum load
size.
Unsatisfactory
drying result. The airflow slots are clogged. Clean the airflow slots at the bot‐
tom of the appliance.

There is some dirt on the humidity Clean the front surface of the
sensor in the drum. drum.

The dryness level was not set to Adjust the dryness level. 4)
the desired level.

The condenser is clogged. Clean the condenser. 2)

The filter is not locked into posi‐ Put the filter in the correct position.
The loading tion.
door does not
close Laundry is trapped between the Remove trapped items and close
door and the seal. the door.

It is not possible After a cycle starts it is not possi‐ Turn the tumble dryer off and on.
to change the ble to change the programme or Change the programme or option
programme or option. as required.
option.

It is not possible The option you tried to select is not Turn the tumble dryer off and on.
to select an op‐ available for the selected pro‐ Change the programme or option
tion. An acoustic gramme. as required.
signal is emit‐
ted.

Unexpected du‐ The drying duration is calculated This is automated - the appliance
ration time ap‐ according to load size and damp‐ is working correctly.
pears on the ness.
display.

A programme is The water container is full. Drain the water container, push the
inactive. Start/Pause button. 2)
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Problem Possible cause Remedy

The load size is small. Select a time programme. The

time value must be related to the
load. To dry one item or a small
amount of laundry we recommend
The drying cycle
short drying times.
is too short.
The laundry is too dry. Select an appropriate time pro‐
gramme or a higher dryness level
(e.g. extra dry)
The filter is clogged. Clean the filter.

The load is too large. Do not exceed the maximum load

size.

The laundry was not spun suffi‐ Spin the laundry well in the wash‐
Drying cycle too
ciently. ing machine.
long 5)
Too low or too high room tempera‐ Ensure a room temperature higher
ture - this is not the appliance mal‐ than +5°C and lower than +35°C.
function. Optimal room temperature to ach‐
ieve best drying results is between
18°-25°C.
1) Follow the programme description — see the PROGRAMMES chapter .
2) See the CARE AND CLEANING chapter.
3) Only dryers with the Dryness Level option.
4) See the HINTS AND TIPS chapter .
5) Note: After a maximum of 5 hours the drying cycle ends automatically.

11.3 Possible causes of • Inadequate default dryness level

settings. See chapter Adjustment of
unsatisfactory drying results: default dryness level
• The filter is clogged. Clogged filter • Room temperature is too low or too
makes drying inefficient. high. Optimal room temperature is
• The airflow slots are clogged. between 18°-25°C.
• The humidity sensor is dirty.
• The drum is dirty.

12. TECHNICAL DATA

Height x Width x Depth 850 x 596 x 638 mm (maximal 663 mm)

Max. depth with the appliance door open 1108 mm

Max. width with the appliance door open 958 mm

Adjustable height 850 mm (+ 15 mm - feet regulation)

Drum volume 118 l

Maximum load volume 8,0 kg

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Voltage 230-240 V

Frequency 50 Hz

Sound power level 66 dB

Necessary fuse 13 A

Total power 800 W

Energy efficiency class A++

Energy consumption on the standard cotton 1,93 kWh

programme with the full load. 1)

Energy consumption on the standard cotton 1,08 kWh

programme with the partial load. 2)

Annual energy consumption3) 234,7 kWh

Left-on mode power absorption 4) 0,50 W

Off mode power absorption 4) 0,50 W

Type of use Household

Allowed ambient temperature + 5°C to + 35°C

Level of protection against ingress of solid IPX4

particles and moisture ensured by the pro‐
tective cover, except where the low voltage
equipment has no protection against mois‐
ture

Gas designation R290

Weight 0,140 kg
1) With reference to EN 61121. 8,0 kg of cotton centrifuged at 1000 rpm.
2) With reference to EN 61121. 4,0 kg of cotton centrifuged at 1000 rpm.
3) Energy consumption per year in kWh, based on 160 drying cycles of the standard cotton programme
at full and partial load, and the consumption of the low-power modes. Actual energy consumption per cy‐
cle will depend on how the appliance is used (REGULATION (EU) No. 392/2012).
4) With reference to EN 61121.

The information given in the chart above is compliant with the EU Commission regulation
392/2012 implementing directive 2009/125/EC.
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13. ACCESSORIES
13.1 Stacking kit Accessory name: DK11.
Available from your authorised vendor
(can be attached to some types of
tumble dryer)
For thorough draining of the condensed
water into a basin, siphon, gully, etc.
After installation, the water container is
drained automatically. The water
container must stay in the appliance.
The installed hose must be minimum 50
cm to maximum 100 cm from floor level.
The hose cannot be in a loop. Decrease
the length of the hose if necessary.
Read carefully the instructions supplied
with the accessory.

Accessory name: SKP11GW, STA9GW

Available from your authorised vendor.
Stacking kit can be used only between
washing machines and tumble dryers
specified in the leaflet. See the leaflet
attached.
Read carefully the instructions supplied
with the accessory.

13.2 Draining kit

14. PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET IN REFERENCE

TO E.U. REGULATION 1369/2017
Product Information Sheet

Trade Mark AEG

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Model T7DBG840N
PNC916098694
T7DBG842R
PNC916098988

Rated capacity in kg 8,0

Air vented or condenser tumble dryer Condenser

Energy efficiency class A++

Energy consumption in kWh per year, based on 160 drying cy‐ 234,7
cles of the standard cotton programme at full and partial load,
and the consumption of the low-power modes. Actual energy
consumption per cycle will depend on how the appliance is
used.

Automatic tumble drier or non-automatic tumble drier Automatic

Energy consumption of the standard cotton programme at full 1,93

load in kWh

Energy consumption of the standard cotton programme at par‐ 1,08

tial load in kWh

Power consumption of the off-mode in W 0,50

Power consumption in left-on mode in W 0,50

Duration of the left on mode in minutes 10

The 'standard cotton programme' used at full and partial load

is the standard drying programme to which the information in
the label and the fiche relates, this programme is suitable for
drying normal wet cotton laundry and it is the most efficient
programme in terms of energy consumption for cotton.

Weighted programme time of the 'standard cotton programme 136

at full and partial load' in minutes

Programme time of the 'standard cotton programme at full 178

load' in minutes

Programme time of the 'standard cotton programme at partial 104

load' in minutes

Condensation efficiency class on a scale from G (least effi‐ B

cient) to A (most efficient)

Average condensation efficiency of the standard cotton pro‐ 81

gramme at full load as a percentage

Average condensation efficiency of the standard cotton pro‐ 81

gramme at partial load as a percentage

Weighted condensation efficiency for the 'standard cotton pro‐ 81

gramme at full and partial load'
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Sound power level in dB 66

Built in appliance Y/N No

The information given in the chart above is compliant with the EU Commission regulation
392/2012 implementing directive 2009/125/EC.

15. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

Recycle materials with the symbol . appliances marked with the symbol
Put the packaging in relevant containers with the household waste. Return the
to recycle it. Help protect the product to your local recycling facility or
environment and human health by contact your municipal office.
recycling waste of electrical and
electronic appliances. Do not dispose of

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