Whirlpool 3LWED4815FW Tumble Dryer User Guide

User Guide for Whirlpool models including: 3LWED4815FW Tumble Dryer, 3LWED4815FW, Tumble Dryer, Dryer

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Before using the appliance carefully read the Safety Instruction.

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CONTROL PANEL

1 ON/OFF button (hold for Reset) 2 Programme selection Knob 3 Start/Pause

Options buttons*

4 Dryness level

5 Start delay

6 Timed drying

7 Cycle end

8 Rapid (hold for Key lock)

9 FreshCare+ (hold for Mute)

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INDICATORS

*Note: some models may have the wording in full instead of the icons.

Dryness level: Iron dry - Hanger dry - Cupboard dry - Extra dry Cycle phase: Drying - Cool down - End of cycle.
Empty water tank - Clean door filter - Clean bottom filter Refer to troubleshooting section: Failure: Call after sales service

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. 1. Plug the dryer into the power supply socket. 2. 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. For optimal drying result, garments should be loaded one by one. 3. Close the door. 4. Press the "On/Off" button. 5. Select the most suitable programme for the type of fabric in that load. 6. Select the options, if necessary. 7. Press the "Start/Pause" button to begin drying. 8. At the end of the drying cycle, a buzzer will beep. An indicator on the control panel signals the end of the cycle. Turn the machine off by pressing the "On/Off" button, open the door and pull the clothing immediately out to prevent the formation of creases on laundry. 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. Note that some models perform a final cool tumble phase, for this reason the fabrics may not feel hot. In case of power failure, it is necessary to press the "Start/Pause" button to restart the cycle.

Opening the door during the cycle The tumble dryer door can be opened at any time during the cycle to check progress and remove any garments already dry. However, since opening the door can extend the drying time, the recommendation is to keep the door closed throughout the cycle process to save time and energy. After closing the door, press the "Start/Pause" button within 15 minutes to resume the machine operation.
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.

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.

Cotton

kg Max*

Cycle suitable for drying all types of cotton, ready to be placed

in the cupboard.

Mixed

kg 4

This programme is ideal for drying cotton and synthetic

fabrics together.

Bed linen

kg Max*

This programme is intended for drying cotton sheets.

Duvet Programme intended to dry bulky items, such as a single duvet.

Shirts

kg 3

This is a programme for Shirts made from cotton or cotton

blend/synthetics.

Jeans

kg 3

For drying sturdy cotton including denim trousers and

jackets.

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.

Rapid 30'

kg 0.5

Ideal for drying cotton garments spun at high speed in the

washing machine.

Sport

kg 4

For drying synthetics or cotton sports garments.

Silk

kg 0.5

Gentle drying of silk garments.

Wool

kg 1

Programme for drying wool clothes. It is advisable to turn the

items inside out before drying. If heavy edges remain damp, leave

them to dry naturally.

Delicates

kg 2

For drying delicate laundry requiring gentle treatment.

Synthetics

kg 4

For drying synthetic fabrics.

*MAX LOAD 8 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.
Iron dry: very delicate drying. Items will be more easily ironed immediately after the cycle.
Hanger dry: a level intended for delicate garments ready to be hanged. Cupboard dry: the laundry is ready to be folded and put away. Extra dry: for laundry intended to be worn at the end of the cycle. 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 h 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.

Quick guide
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 filters Take out the filters and clean them by removing the lint from their surfaces with your hand or a cloth or using a vacuum cleaner, then put them back in place. The lint should be thrown in the garbage bin and not washed through the drain in order to avoid spreading microplastics in the used water system. Do not use the dryer without having reinserted the filter in place.
Cleaning the door filter after each cycle (see Fig. B). 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. Make sure to also remove any foreign objects inside the filter and the drum. Replace the filter correctly making sure it is fully seated. Cleaning the bottom filter when the relevant indicator turns on (see Fig. C). NOTE: however, it is advisable to clean this filter after each cycle to optimise drying performance. Remove the bottom filter as described below: C1. Open the bottom cover; take the handle and pull the filter out. C2. Open the rear side of the filter and remove the lint from the inner surface of the mesh. C3/C4. Check the bottom filter chamber every month. If you see residual lint accumulated on the metal fins, clean it with a vacuum cleaner, using a nozzle with a brush. It's crucial to do vertical movements, you may destroy the component if you try to clean it in horizontal direction. Avoid the direct contact of the hand with the fins - risk of cut. C5. Close the rear side of the filter and place it back by checking it is perfectly integrated into its seat, then lower the filter handle. C6. 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.

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NOTE: After cleaning the filters the relevant indicator remains on; this is normal, it will disappear when you start a new drying cycle.
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. 1. Unplug the dryer. 2. Remove the water from the water tank completely. 3. Make sure that door and water tank are properly closed. 4. 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

0.50

left-on mode (Pl) - Watts

2.00

Programs

kWh Minutes

Eco *

1.42 165

Eco

0.78 96

Synthetics

0.94 113

*The ECO is the most efficient programme in terms of energy consumption for drying wet cotton laundry, and is used to assess compliance with Regulation (EU) 932/2012.

Heat Pump System The heat pump contains fluorinated greenhouse gases, contained in a hermetically sealed unit. This sealed unit contains 0.43 kg of the R134a gas. GWP = 1430 (1 t CO2).

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1. Water Tank 2. Air Intake 3. Bottom filter 4. Door filter

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Before contacting the After-sales Service, refer to the table below. Often the malfunctions are minor and can be solved in few minutes.

Spare parts will be available for a period of up to 10 years, according to the specific Regulation requirements.

Malfunction The drying times are very long.
The tumble dryer does not turn on. The tumble dryer does not start.

Possible cause

Solution

An appropriate maintenance was not carried out.

Refer to the Cleaning & Maintenance section and perform the operations described.

The garments are too wet.

Carry out a washing cycle with higher spin speed to remove as much water as possible.

Room temperature.

The drying time may be longer if the room temperature falls outside the 1430°C range.

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 dryer may be overloaded.

Refer to the Programmes section to check the max load for each programme.

The "On/Off" button was not pressed.

Press the "On/Off" button.

The plug is not inserted into the socket.

Insert the plug into the socket.

The socket 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 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.

Press the "Start/Pause" button.

The Key Lock function was enabled (for machines If Key Lock was selected, disable it. Switching the machine off will not

equipped with this option).

disable this option. Refer to the Options section.

Garments are wet at cycle completion.

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 cycle was paused and then not reactivated within 15 minutes, causing the machine to shut down.

The drying cycle has to be set up once more and restarted.

A power failure might have occurred, causing the machine to shut down.

The drying cycle has to be set up once more and restarted.

Lights on or flashing

Water tank

The water tank is full.

Empty the water tank. Refer to the Cleaning & Maintenance section.

Door filter Bottom filter*

Failure of the air flow necessary for machine operation. The bottom filter requires cleaning.

Clean the door filter and check whether air intake is free. Carrying out these operations improperly may cause damages. Refer to Cleaning & Maintenance section. Clean the bottom filter. Refer to Cleaning & Maintenance section.

The presence of wrench symbol signals a malfunction.

The machine sensors have detected a failure, one of the following error codes may appear on the display: F1 E1 ; F1 E2 ; F1 E3 ; F2 E1 ; F3 E1 ; F3 E3 ; F3 E4 ;

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

F4 E1 ; F4 E2 ; F4 E7 ; F5 E1 ; F6 E1 ; F6 E2 ; F6 E3 . digits flashing on the display.

*Note: some models are auto-cleaning and not equipped with bottom filter. Please refer to the Cleaning & Maintenance section.

Energy consumption values

Programs
ECO Cotton Extra Dry Cotton Iron Dry Synthetics

Rated capacity
[kg]

Programme duration
[hours:minutes]

Energy consumption [kWh/drying cycle]

full load