Trouble shooting
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Trouble shooting
Should your dryer operate incorrectly,
check the following points before calling
for a service engineer.
Drying time is too long/clothes are not
dry enough:
● Have you selected the correct drying
time/programme? Go to page 7.
● Were the clothes too wet? Were the
clothes thoroughly wrung or spin-dried?
● Does the filter need cleaning? Go to
page 6.
● Is the dryer overloaded? Go to page 5.
● Is the venting hose kinked or blocked?
Go to page 4.
● Has the ‘HEAT SETTING’ option been
selected from a previous cycle? Go to
page 8.
The dryer does not operate:
● Is there a working electricity supply to
the dryer? Check using another
appliance such as a table lamp.
● Is the plug properly connected to the
mains supply?
● Is there a power failure?
● Has the fuse blown?
● Is the door fully closed? Go to page 9
● Is the dryer switched on, both at the
mains supply and at the machine? Go to
page 8.
● Has the drying time or the programme
been selected? Go to page 8.
● Has the machine been switched on again
after opening the door? Go to page 6.
Filter Care Indicator on:
● Does the filter need cleaning? Go to
page 6.
● Is the venting hose kinked or blocked?
Go to page 4.
If the supply cord on this appliance is
damaged, it must be replaced by a special
cord which is only available from GIAS
Service or an authorised Dealer.
Should there still be a problem with your
dryer after completing all the recommended
checks, please call the national GIAS
Service number for advice. They may be
able to assist you over the telephone or
arrange for a suitable appointment for an
engineer to call under the terms of your
guarantee. However, a charge may be made
if any of the following applies to your
machine:
● Is found to be in working order.
● Has not been installed in accordance
with the installation instructions.
● Has been used incorrectly.
