Safety reminders
Installation
● Check that the product has no visible signs of damage before use. If damaged do
not use and please call GIAS Service.
● Do not use adapters, multiple connectors and/or extensions.
● Never install the dryer against curtains and be sure to prevent items from falling
or collecting behind the dryer.
● 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 tumble dryer.
Use
● This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
● Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
● WARNING Misuse of a tumble dryer may create a fire hazard.
● This machine is solely for domestic use, i.e. to dry household textiles and garments.
● This machine should only be used for its intended purpose as described in this
manual. Ensure that the instructions for installation and use are fully understood
before operating the appliance.
● Do not touch the appliance when hands or feet are damp or wet.
● Do not lean on the door when loading the machine or use the door to lift or
move the machine.
● Do not allow children to play with the machine or its controls.
● WARNING Do not use the product if the fluff filter is not in position or is
damaged; fluff could be ignited.
● WARNING Where the hot surface symbol is located the temperature rise
during operation of the tumble dryer may be in excess of 60 degrees C.
● Remove the plug from the electricity supply. Always remove the plug before
cleaning the appliance.
● Do not continue to use this machine if it appears to be faulty.
● Lint and fluff must not be allowed to collect on the floor around the outside of
the machine.
● The drum inside may be very hot. Always allow the dryer to complete the cool
down period before removing the laundry.
The Laundry
● Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.
● WARNING Do not tumble dry fabrics treated with dry cleaning fluids.
● WARNING Foam rubber materials can, under certain circumstances, when heated
become ignited by spontaneous combustion. Items such as foam rubber (latex
foam), shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes or
pillows fitted with foam rubber pads MUST NOT be dried in the tumble dryer.
● Always refer to the laundry care labels for directions on suitability for drying.
● Clothes should be spin dried or thoroughly wrung before they are put into the
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