• Please do not use the tumble dryer if you have not read and understood these instructions or use first.

• Failure to observe the instructions for use or inappropriate use of the tumble dryer may result in damage to the laundry or appliance, or injury to the user.

• Instructions for use are available on our website at www.asko.com.

• Appliance is intended to be used in an area open to the public.

• Before connecting the dryer to the power mains, please read carefully the instructions for use that describe the dryer and its correct and safe use. The instructions apply to several appliance types or models; thus, settings or equipment may be described herein which is not available in your dryer.

• Leave any repairs and similar tasks on the dryer to an expert. Unprofessional repair may result in an accident or major malfunction.

• After installation, the dryer should stand still for two hours before it is connected to the power mains.

• At least two persons are required to install the tumble dryer on top of a washing machine.

• The dryer shall not be connected to the power mains using an extension cord.

• Do not connect the tumble dryer to an electrical outlet intended for an electric shaver or hair dryer.

  If the power cord is damaged, it has to be replaced by the manufacturer, an authorized service technician, or a similarly qualified person, in order to avoid any hazards.

• The appliance shall 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.

• After the drying process, unplug the dryer power cord from the power outlet.

  If you have a tumble dryer with a 3-phase connection, do not pull the plug out of the power outlet.

• The appliance shall be disconnected from the power source during servicing and replacement of parts. Removal of the plug has to be such, that an operator can check, from any of the points to which he has access that the plug remains removed.

• In case of incorrect appliance connection, incorrect use, or servicing by an unauthorized person, the user shall bear the cost of any damage.

• Air in the dryer environment should not contain dust particles. The air where the dryer is installed should be thoroughly ventilated to prevent reverse flow of gases released from the gas appliances with open fire (e.g. fireplaces).

• Do not evacuate the air from the dryer through channels used for appliances or devices that use natural gas or other fuels for their operation (only applies to the evacuation dryer).

• Clean the door net filter after each drying cycle.

• Do not dry unwashed laundry in the 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.

• Clothing that includes latex, rubber parts, shower and bathing caps, and laundry or covers with rubber foam shall not be dried in the dryer.

• Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by the fabric softener instructions.

• Do not use any solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners, or all-purpose cleaners.

• The appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the tumble dryer, in such a way that a full opening of the tumble dryer door is restricted.

• Never block the air vents.

• For appliances with ventilation openings in the base, a carpet must not obstruct the openings.

• The air in the room where the dryer is installed may not contain dust particles.

• The fibre must not to be allowed to accumulate around the tumble dryer.

• Remove all objects from pockets such as lighters and matches.

• After installation, wait for 24 hours before using the appliance. If the dryer has to be laid down on one of the sides during transport or servicing, place it with its left side, viewing from the appliance front, downwards (only applies to dryers with a heat pump).

• The appliance shall not be in contact with a wall or adjacent furniture.

• If the dryer is connected to an air exhaust system already used for another appliance, a non-return valve must be installed. Reverse flow into the dryer could damage the appliance, and the non-return valve prevents such reverse flow (only applies to the evacuation dryer).

• A float will switch off the appliance if the condensed water pipe is clogged or if there is a risk of overflowing of the condensed water accumulated in the condensed water tank (only applies to the evacuation dryer).

• If you wish to move the dryer or store it in a non-heated room during winter, it is essential that you first empty the condensed water tank (only applies to the condenser dryers and dryers with a heat pump).

• Maximum drying capacity in kg is indicated on the rating plate.

• Only use the dryer to dry laundry that was washed with water. Do not dry any laundry that was washed or cleaned with flammable cleaners or substances (such as gasoline, trichloroethylene etc.) as this may result in an explosion.

• If you have cleaned your clothes with industrial cleaners or chemical substances, do not dry them in the dryer.

• If the air exhaust hose is connected to an opening in the wall, influx of cool air may be prevented by installing a ventilation grille. (Only applies to evacuation dryer.) .

• The air exhaust hose shall not be connected to an active chimney used to evacuate smoke or waste gases; into a shaft intended for ventilating rooms with combustion equipment; or into a chimney used by third parties. If smoke or waste gases return to the room where the dryer is installed, there is a danger of poisoning (only applies to evacuation dryer).

• The dryer is protected with an automatic switch-off system in case of overheating. The system switches off the heater if the temperature is too high (only applies to evacuation and condenser dryer).

• If the net filter is clogged, the automatic heater switch-off device can be triggered. See chapter "CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE" (only applies to evacuation and condenser dryer).

• WARNING! The back of the dryer may get very hot during operation. Wait for the dryer to cool down completely before touching its back side. (Observe the instructions in the chapter "INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION")

• Never stop a drying cycle or do not open the door before the end of the program. If you do so for any reason, be careful when taking the laundry from the drum as it can still be very hot and there is a risk of burning.

  Quickly remove the laundry from the drum and spread it to allow it to cool down as quickly as possible.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the tumble dryer.

• Prevent your children and pets from entering the dryer drum.

• Before closing the dryer door and running the program, make sure there is nothing except laundry in the drum (e.g. if a child climbed into the dryer drum and closed the door from the inside).

• Activate the child lock. See chapter: SETTINGS

• Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised.

• The dryer is made in compliance with all relevant safety standards. This dryer may be used by children aged 8 years and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, but only if they are supervised during the use of the appliance, if they have been provided relevant instructions regarding safe use of the dryer, and if they understand the hazards of inappropriate use. Make sure children do not play with the appliance. Make sure the children do not clean the dryer or perform any maintenance tasks without supervision.

Remove all packaging.

Please sort the materials in compliance with local recommendations (see chapter "Disposal").

Disconnect the dryer from the power mains and open the door towards you. Before using the dryer for the first time, clean the dryer drum using a soft damp cotton cloth and water.

In the case of a 3 phase connection of the appliance, switch off the main socket switch.

When the dryer is connected (see chapter "Installation and connection") and switched on for the first time, choose the preferred language.

For further drying process, see chapter "DRYING PROCESS, STEP BY STEP".

The dryer can be either free standing or installed on top of a washing machine.

The dryer emits heat. Therefore, do not place it in a very small room, as the drying process may be longer due to limited amount of ambient air.

To change the direction of door opening, proceed as follows:

1 Open the door fully.

2 Undo the screws and remove the door.

3 Use a screwdriver to remove the door lock cover and undo the screw on the door lock.

4 Push the door lock upwards and remove it. Move it to the other side and push it downwards.

5 Fasten the screw on the door lock. Replace the door lock cover.

6 Undo the door hinge assembly (left) and the door latch assembly (right), switch their positions, and replace the screws (door hinge assembly to the right-hand side, door latch assembly to the left-hand side). Use a screwdriver to remove the plastic part more easily.

7 Undo the door ring and remove it temporarily.

8 Rotate the door cover by 90°so that the sign indicating the opening of the door is on the other side.

9 Rotate the door ring by 180°, install it onto the door, and fasten it with screws.

10 Install the door to the front and screw the door.

Use the supplied air exhaust hose to convey the humid air from the dryer is through an opening (ventilation system, window etc.).

Connect the appliance to an earthed power outlet. After installation, the wall outlet should be freely accessible. The outlet should be fitted with an earth contact (in compliance with the relevant regulations).

If you have a tumble dryer with a 3 phase connection, the connection must be carried out by a qualified and authorized specialist.

(Only available in some models)

The machine is prepared for coin operation.

Owner/distributor can find detailed informations in Service manual.

Such installation must be carried out by a qualified professional.

The coin meter shall be able to short circuit two signal lines for periods of up to 10 minutes.

This will allow the user to load the appliance, choose a program and start the program after inserting the coins.

"Please pay to continue" appears on the display when the machine is started with the main power switch (by pressing on button Start).

Sort the laundry according to:

• type,

• fabric thickness.

For the most even drying, make sure the laundry is made of a similar material.

1. Close the buttons, zips, and hook-and-loop fasteners, so that they do not damage the fabric.

2. Turn the pockets inside out.

3. Place very sensitive clothes in a special-purpose laundry bag.

   (The special purpose laundry bag is available as an optional accessory in general stores.)

Observe the laundry symbols.

Textile maintenance symbols:

Washing
Normal		Delicate
	Max. washing temperature 90 °C
	Max. washing temperature 60 °C
	Max. washing temperature 40 °C
	Max. washing temperature 30 °C
	Hand wash only
	Do not wash
Bleaching
	Bleaching in cool water
	Bleaching not allowed
Dry cleaning
	Dry cleaning with all agents
	Perchloroethylene R11, R113, petroleum
	Dry cleaning in kerosene, pure alcohol, and R113
	Dry cleaning not allowed
Ironing
	Ironing with a hot iron with a maximum temperature of 200 °C
	Ironing with a hot iron with a maximum temperature of 150°C
	Ironing with a warm iron with a maximum temperature of 110°C
	Ironing not allowed
Natural drying
	Drying on a flat surface
	Drying without prior spinning
	Drying on a clothes line or a hanger
Tumble drying
	Drying at high temperatures
	Drying at low temperatures
	Tumble drying not allowed

Material is suitable for tumble drying. Clothes dried in a tumble dryer will be softer and lighter than air-dried clothes.

This symbol means that the material is not suitable for drying in a tumble dryer.

Never tumble dry the following:

• clothing that was chemically cleaned (or dry-cleaned) at home,

• foam,

• glass fibres.

See chapter "Advices before drying"

Turning on

Press the on/off button.

Switching off

Press the on/off button.

Open the dryer door towards you.

Place the laundry into the empty dryer drum. Make sure there aren't any other objects among the laundry, such a detergent ball.

Such objects could melt and cause damage to the dryer or your laundry.

Do not overload the drum! (See program table and observe your nominal load as indicated on the rating plate.)

If the dryer drum is overloaded, the laundry will be more wrinkled and perhaps unevenly dried.

Choose the program by rotating the program selector knob in either direction. Confirm the program selection by pressing the button under the program.

Select the program based on the type and remaining moisture of the laundry you wish to dry.

Anticipated program duration is indicated on the display.

Choose between the following programs:

(owner/distributor can change parameters and rename the program)

	Programe (factory default program)	Max. kg*	Description
	AUTO EXTRA, Normal temp	8	Use this program for non-sensitive cotton laundry. After drying, it will be completely dry and ready to be stored in the cupboard.
	AUTO EXTRA, Low temp	8	Use this program for cotton laundry. After drying, it will be completely dry and ready to be stored in the cupboard.
	AUTO DRY, Normal temp	8	Use this program for non-sensitive cotton laundry. After drying, it will be completely dry and ready to be stored in the cupboard.
	AUTO DRY, Low temp	8	Use this program for cotton laundry. After drying, it will be completely dry and ready to be stored in the cupboard.
	AUTO NORMAL, Normal temp	8	Use this program for non-sensitive cotton laundry of approximately the same thickness. After drying, it will be dry.
	AUTO NORMAL, Low temp	8	Use this program for cotton laundry of approximately the same thickness. After drying, it will be dry.
	AUTO HAND IRON, Normal temp	8	Use this program for cotton laundry. After drying, hand ironing is required.
	AUTO HAND IRON, Low temp	8	Use this program for sensitive cotton laundry. After drying, hand ironing is required.
	AUTO MACHINE IRON, Normal temp	8	Use this program for cotton laundry. After drying, machine ironing is required.
	AUTO MACHINE IRON, Low temp	8	Use this program for sensitive cotton laundry. After drying, machine ironing is required.
	MIX DRY	3,5	This program is used for synthetic or mixed fibre fabrics, such as multi-functional sport clothes. After drying, ironing is not required.
	MIX IRON	3,5	This program is used for synthetic or mixed fibre fabrics. After drying, ironing is required.
	TIME 80 min	4	Cycle will stop when set time is reached. The time program is suitable for small loads.
	TIME 60 min	4	Cycle will stop when set time is reached. The time program is suitable for small loads.
	TIME 40 min	4	Cycle will stop when set time is reached. The time program is suitable for small loads.
	TIME 20 min	4	Cycle will stop when set time is reached. The time program is suitable for small loads.
	AIRING 60 min	2	Use this program to just refresh or soften clothing.

*Max. kg dry load

Using the program settings, the drying programs can be further adjusted to your wishes. See chapter: SETTINGS.

Only appliance owner/distributor may change the settings!

Some program settings may not be available for your selected program.

Close the dryer door and press the Start/Pause button.

Start (pressed briefly – start/resume)

Pause (short press of the button - pause)

Stop (press and hold for 3 seconds – stop or cancel)

A drying program can be paused using the ON/OFF button.

The tumble dryer will switch off.

After the end of the drying program, the display will indicate that the drying has been finished.

If you have selected the "anti-crease" option, the dryer will continue to operate after the end of the drying cycle.

Open the door towards you and remove the laundry from the dryer.

Clean the net filter in the door (see chapter "Cleaning and maintenance").

Make sure the dryer drum is empty, then close the door.

5 minutes after the end of the program or last activation, the display will switch off to standby mode in order to save power.

The display will light up again if you press the ON/OFF button or open the dryer door.

(depending on the model)

Humming sound: this is the sound of the compressor unit. The level of noise depends on the program and the drying stage.

Whirring sound: from time to time, the compressor unit is ventilated.

Pumping or liquid flowing sound: the pump is pumping the condensate into the condensate tank.

Clicking sound: clicking noise is caused by automatic cleaning of the heat exchanger (compressor).

Rustling water sound: can be heard during automatic cleaning.

Rattling sound: can be heard during drying if laundry has any hard parts (buttons, zippers etc.)

Before cleaning, make sure to switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the power mains (unplug the power cord from the outlet).

	1 Lift the net filter cover.
	2 By hand or a cloth drag the net filter to remove the lining of fibers and threads. The door net filter may feel quite loose when cleaning/removing fibers and threads. This is normal because of large net filter area in combination with high working temperatures inside the tumble dryer.
	3 If necessary, clean the net filter housing and door gasket as well.
	4 Close the net filter cover.
	5 If it is necessary to clean the net filter from the back, unscrew the screw and turn the filter from the locked to the unlocked position. Pull out the entire filter unit and clean it thoroughly, and return the filter unit to its original position after cleaning. Turn the filter from the unlocked to the locked position and tighten the screw.

Clean the appliance exterior and the display unit using a soft damp cotton cloth and water. Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners that could damage the appliance (please observe the recommendations and warnings provided by the manufacturers of the cleaning agents).

Wipe all parts of the dryer with a soft cloth until dry.

In case of a failure while a program is in progress, the relevant Error X is indicated on the display unit.

Press and hold the INFO button to display the error description. Switch off the dryer and turn it back on.

Errors indicated on the display unit (depending on the model) may include the following:

Problem/error	Error indication on the display	What to do?
E0	Control unit failure.	Control unit failure. Call service centre.
E1	Thermistor error.	Temperature sensor failure. Call service centre.
E2	Communication error.	Communication error. Call service centre.
E6	Relay failure.	Control unit failure. Call service centre.
E7	Door failure.	Control unit failure. Call service centre.
E8	Button failure.	Control unit failure. Call service centre.
E9	PB/UI software versions are not compatible.	Call service centre.
E10	EADBS communication error.	Call service centre.
E11	Motor communication error.	Call service centre.

See the chapters "Troubleshooting and "Cleaning and maintenance" and see if you can resolve the problem yourself.

When you contact a service centre, please state the model (1), type (2), and serial number (3) of your dryer.

Model, type, and serial number are indicated on the rating (type) plate located on the interior side of the dryer door.

QR and AUID code are located on the inside of the drying machine door as well.

Height	850 mm
Width	595 mm
Depth	769 mm
Weight (net)	43 kg
Drum volume	145 l
Maximum drying load	See rating plate
Rated power	See rating plate
Drum material	Stainless steel
Housing material	Hot-dip galvanized and powder coated sheet metal, or stainless steel sheet.