Model FLD40V0W
Ventless Condensing
Clothes Dryer
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Avanti has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and
reserves the right to change materials and specifications without notice.
Avanti Products LLC
3265 Meridian Pkwy # 114
Weston, FL 33331
www.avantiproducts.com
Thank you for choosing this product.
This User Manual contains important safety information and instructions on the
operation and maintenance of your appliance.
Please take the time to read this User Manual before using your appliance and keep
this book for future reference.
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WARNING Risk of serious injury or death
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Dangerous voltage
FIRE
ATTENTION Risk of injury or material damage
IMPORTANT/NOTE Information on correct operation of the system
Read the instructions.
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CONTENTS
Help Us Help You .............................................................................................V
1. QUICK START ..................................................................................................VI
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................. 3
2.1. Electrical Safety ............................................................................................... 3
2.2. Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................... 4
2.3. Grounding Instructions .................................................................................... 5
2.4. Children's Safety ............................................................................................. 6
2.5. Product Safety ................................................................................................. 7
2.6. Correct Use ..................................................................................................... 8
2.7. Installing On Top Of a Washing Machine......................................................... 9
3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................... 11
3.1. Connection to Water Outlet (with optional drain hose) .................................. 11
3.1.1. Connecting the Water Discharge Hose ...................................................... 12
3.2. Electrical Connection ..................................................................................... 12
3.3. Electric Installation......................................................................................... 12
3.4. Electrical Connection ..................................................................................... 12
3.5. 4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection ......................................................... 13
3.6. 3-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection ......................................................... 14
3.7. Under Counter Installation ............................................................................. 16
3.8. Adjusting the Adjustable Feet ........................................................................ 16
3.9. Positioning the Machine on the Ground ........................................................ 16
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................ 17
4.1. OVERVIEW ................................................................................................... 17
4.2. PREPARING THE LAUNDRY ....................................................................... 18
4.2.1. Sorting the Laundry to be Dried.................................................................. 18
4.3. Preparing the Laundry to be Dried ................................................................ 19
4.4. Load Capacity................................................................................................ 19
4.5. USING THE TUMBLE DRYER ...................................................................... 20
4.6. Control Panel ................................................................................................. 20
4.7. Program Selection and Consumption Table .................................................. 21
4.7.1. Auxiliary Functions...................................................................................... 22
4.7.2. Starting the Program .................................................................................. 23
4.7.3. Selection Stand By .................................................................................... 24
4.8. Drum Light Information .................................................................................. 24
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5. CLEANING AND CARE ................................................................................... 26
5.1. Cleaning the Lint Filter................................................................................... 26
5.2. Emptying the Water Tank............................................................................... 26
5.3. Cleaning the Condenser ................................................................................ 27
5.4. Cleaning the Humidity Sensor ....................................................................... 27
5.5. Cleaning the Inner Surface of the Loading Door ........................................... 28
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................... 29
7. TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................... 30
8. AUTOMATIC FAULT WARNINGS AND WHAT TO DO ................................... 32
9. PRODUCT WARRANTY .................................................................................. 33
10. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND PACKAGING INFORMATION ...... 34
10.1. Packaging Information ................................................................................. 34
10.2. Energy Efficiency ......................................................................................... 34
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HELP US HELP YOU...
Read this guide carefully.
It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new
appliance properly.
Keep it handy to answer your questions. If you don’t
understand something or need more help, please call:
Avanti Customer Service
800-220-5570
Keep proof of original purchase date (such as your sales
slip) with this guide to establish the warranty period.
Write down the model and serial numbers.
rear outside wall of the appliance.
Please write these number here:
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Date of Purchase
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Model Number
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Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence
or service calls concerning your appliance.
If you received a damaged appliance, immediately
contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the appliance.
Save time and money. Before you call for service,
check the Troubleshooting Guide. It lists causes of
minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.
CAUTION:
THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT DESIGNED FOR THE
STORAGE OF MEDICINE OR OTHER MEDICAL
PRODUCTS.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If
for some reason you are not happy with the service you
receive, here are some steps to follow for further assistance.
FIRST, contact the people who serviced your
appliance. Explain why you are not pleased.
In most cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details,
including your telephone number, and send it to:
Customer Service
Avanti Products
3265 Meridian Pkwy # 114
Weston, FL 33331 USA
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1. QUICK START
Please check the user manual for detailed information.
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PRIMARY CONSIDERATIONS
• 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 use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children must not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not
be made by children without supervision.
• Children of less than 3 years should be kept away
unless continuously supervised.
• This tumble dryer is intended only for household
and indoor use. The warranty will be void in case of
commercial use.
• Use this product only for laundry with a label that
indicates it is suitable for drying.
• The manufacturer will not accept responsibility for
damages resulting from incorrect use or transport.
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ventilation openings.
• Installation and repair of the machine should
only be made by an authorised repair agent.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for
damages resulting from un-authorised repairs.
WARNING: Never spray or pour water onto the
dryer to wash it! There is risk of electric shock!
• Leave at least 3 cm of space between the side and
rear walls of the product and above if you plan on
placing your appliance under a worktop.
• Assembly / disassembly for under-counter
installation if neccessary must be done by an
authorised service agent.
• Before installation, check the product for visible
damage. Never install or operate a damaged
product.
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• Keep pets away from the dryer.
• Fabric softeners, or similar products, should
be used in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions.
• Remove all objects from pockets such as lighters
and matches.
• 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, if it
prevents the door from being fully opened.
WARNING:
• Do not put any living thing in your machine for any
purpose.
• Condensation water which accumulates in the
water tank, may contain external particles such as
detergent residue, laundry thread, and lint. For this
reason, the water accumulated in the water tank
should not be used for any purpose.
• Opening the door before the cooling process is
• Opening the door before the cooling process is
• Do not take the laundry out of the machine before
the program ends.
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performance.
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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This section contains safety instructions that will help
protect you from risk of personal injury or property
damage. Failure to follow these instructions will void
any warranty.
2.1. Electrical Safety
• 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
• Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Always
pull the plug to unplug the product, otherwise, there
will be risk of an electric shock.
• Connect the dryer to a grounded socket with fuse
protection. Have the earth connection installed by
responsible for damages/losses resulting from using
the dryer without an earth connection as required
by local regulations.
• The voltage and the allowable fuse protection are
indicated on the type plate.(For the type plate,
please see Overview)
• Voltage and frequency values indicated on the
type plate must be equal to the mains voltage and
frequency value in your house.
• Unplug the dryer when it is not used for an
extended period, and before installation,
maintenance, cleaning and repair, otherwise, the
dryer may get damaged.
• The plug socket must be freely accessible at all
times after installation.
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give you an electric shock. When damaged it must
personnel.
use extension cords, multi sockets or adapters to
connect the dryer to mains power.
2.2. Important Safety Instructions
WARNING -
or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow
basic precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the appliance.
• Do not dry articles that have been previously
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with
that could ignite or explode.
• Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance.
Close supervision of children is necessary when the
appliance is used near children.
• Before the appliance is removed from service
or discarded, remove the door to the drying
compartment.
• Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is
moving.
• Do not install or store this appliance where it will be
exposed to the weather.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance
recommended in the user-maintenance instructions
or in published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out.
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• Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate
static unless recommended by the manufacturer of
the fabric softener or product.
• Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam
rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.
• Clean lint screen before or after each load.
• Keep area around the exhaust opening and
adjacent surrounding areas free from the
accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.
• The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct
personnel.
• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your
dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may
contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause
cycle occurs without heat (cool down period). Avoid
stopping 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CALIFORNIA WARNING:This product can expose
you to chemicals including Diisononyl phthalate
(DINP) which is known to the State of California
to cause cancer. For more information go to www.
P65Warnings.ca.gov
2.3. Grounding Instructions
• This appliance must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the risk of electric shock by providing a path of
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least resistance for electric current. This appliance
is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that
is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
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WARNING: Improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk
or service representative or personnel if you are
in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
• Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance:
2.4. Children's Safety
• 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.
• 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 use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children must not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not
be made by children without supervision.
• Do not leave children unattended near the machine.
• Children might lock themselves in the machine
resulting in risk of death.
• Do not allow children to touch the glass door during
operation. The surface becomes extremely hot and
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may cause skin damage.
• Keep packaging material away from children.
• Poisoning and irritation may occur if detergent and
cleaning materials are consumed or come into
contact with the skin and eyes.
• Keep cleaning materials out of the reach of children
Electrical products are dangerous for children.
• Keep children away from the product while it is
running.
• To prevent children from interrupting the dryer cycle,
you can use the child lock to avoid any changes in
the running program.
• Do not allow children to sit/climb on or climb inside
the product.
2.5. Product Safety
Due to risk of re, the following laundry items
and products should NEVER be dried in the dryer:
• 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.
• Cleaning cloths and mats that have residues
patrol, stain remover, turpentine, candle, wax, wax
remover or chemicals.
• Laundry that has residues of hair sprays, nail polish
remover and similar substances.
• Laundry on which industrial chemicals have been
used for cleaning (such as chemical cleaning).
• Laundry that has any kind of foam, sponge, rubber
or rubber-like parts or accessories. These include
latex foam sponge, shower caps, waterproof
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jackets). Foam protruding from these items might
• Operating the dryer in environments that contain
ATTENTION: Underwear that contains metal
reinforcements should not be put in the dryer. The
dryer may be damaged if metal reinforcements come
2.6. Correct Use
ATTENTION: 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.
ATTENTION: Make sure that pets do not enter
the dryer. Check the inside of the dryer before
using it.
ATTENTION: Super heating of clothes inside of
the dryer can occur if you cancel the program or in the
event of a power failure whilst the dryer is running.
This concentration of heat can cause self-combustion
so always activate the Refresh program to cool down
or quickly remove all laundry from the dryer in order to
hang them up and dissipate the heat.
• Use the dryer only for household drying and to dry
fabrics with a label that indicates they are suitable
for drying. All other uses are out of the scope of
intended use and are prohibited.
• The warranty will be void in case of any commercial
use.
• This appliance is designed to be used inside
domestic residences only, and should be placed on
a straight and stable surface.
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• Do not lean against or sit on the door of the dryer.
The dryer may tip over.
• To maintain a temperature that will not harm the
laundry (e.g. to prevent the laundry from catching
process. After this, the program ends. At the end of
the program, always remove the laundry promptly.
ATTENTION: Never use the dryer without a lint
• after each use as
indicated in Cleaning the Lint Filter.
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process.
• Lint accumulation must not to be allowed around
the tumble dryer (not applicable for appliances
intended to be vented to the exterior of the building)
IMPORTANT: The clearance between the dryer
intake cannot be ensured for the machine.
• Do not install the dryer in rooms where there is risk
the dryers performance.Condensation that freezes
in the pump and hose may cause damage.
2.7. Installing On Top Of a Washing Machine
ATTENTION: A washing machine cannot be placed
on the dryer. Pay attention to the warnings below
when installing the dryer on a washing machine.
ATTENTION: The dryer can only be placed on
washing machines that have same capacity and
above.
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part must be used between the two products. The
Service Provider.
• When the dryer is placed on the washing machine,
the total weight of these products may reach almost
330 lbs (when loaded). Place the products on a
Appropriate Installation Table for Washing Machine and Tumble Dryer
Tumble Dryer
(Depth)
Washing Machine
37-41 cm
14.5-16.1 inch
42-45 cm
16-17.7 inch
46-49 cm
18.1-19.2 inch
50-56 cm
19.6- 22 inch
57-63 cm
22.4-24.8 inch
52,5 cm / 20.6 inch X
56 cm / 22 inch X X
61 cm / 24 inch X X X
64 cm / 25.1 inch X X X X
(For the depth information, please see 7. Technical Specications)
In order to put the dryer machine onto the washing
machine, a special stacking kit is required as an
optional extra. Please contact customer service to
acquire. The assembly instruction will be served
together with the stacking kit.
CE Declaration of conformity
We declare that our products meet the applicable European Directives, Decisions and
Regulations and the requirements listed in the standards referenced.
Disposing the Old Product
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product
may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to
the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of
this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product,
or the shop where you purchased the product.
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3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Install the clothes dryer according to the
manufacturer’s instructions and local codes.
WARNING Risk of Fire”
“Clothes dryer installation must be
(foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a
manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes
dryers. Flexible venting materials are known
to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint.
These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer
“To reduce the risk of severe injury or death,
follow all installation instructions.”
“Save these instructions.”
• Before contacting the local Authorised
Service Provider for the installation
of the dryer, check the information in
the user manual to make sure that the
electrical installation and water outlet is
electrician and a plumber to have the
necessary adjustments made.
• It is the customer’s responsibility to
prepare the dryer’s installation place, as
well as the electricity and waste water
installation. Before installation, check
the dryer for damage. If damaged, do
not have it installed. Damaged products
may endanger your health.
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surface.
• Run the dryer in a dust-free environment
where the air ventilation is good.
• The clearance between the dryer and
should not be reduced with
objects such as carpets, wood or tape.
• Do not block the ventilation grills
found on the plinth of the tumble dryer.
• The appliance must not be installed
behind a lockable door, a sliding door
or a door with a hinge on the opposite
side of the tumble dryer, in such a way
that blocks the full opening of the tumble
dryer door.
• Once the dryer has been installed, the
connections must remain stable. When
installing the dryer, make sure that the
rear surface is not leaning on anything
(e.g. tap, socket).
• The operating temperature of the dryer
is +5°C to +35°C. If operated out of this
temperature range, the performance of
the product will be damaged.
• Be careful when carrying the product
since it is heavy. Always wear safety
gloves.
• Always install the product should be
placed against a wall.
• The rear surface of the product should
be placed against the wall.
• When the product is placed on a stable
surface, use a water level to check if it
is fully stable. If not, adjust the feet until
it becomes steady. Repeat this process
every time you relocate the product.
• Do not place the dryer onto the power
cable.
• Install the clothes dryer according to
the manufacturer’s instructions and
local codes
3.1. Connection to Water Outlet (with
optional drain hose)
In products with a condenser unit, water
accumulates in the water tank during
the drying process. You must empty the
accumulated water after each drying
process. Instead of periodically emptying
the water tank, as an option, you can also
use a water drain hose to directly drain the
water outside.
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3.1.1. Connecting the Water Discharge
Hose
1. Pull and take out the end of the hose at the
back of the dryer. Do not use any tools to
take out the hose.
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ATTENTION: The hose must be
connected in a manner that it cannot be
displaced. If the hose comes out during
your house.
IMPORTANT: The water discharge
house must be installed at a height of 80
cm maximum.
IMPORTANT: The water discharge
hose must not be bent between the outlet
and the product, folded or stepped over.
3.2. Electrical Connection
ATTENTION:
electric shock.
• Your dryer is set to 208-240 V and 60
Hz.
• The mains cable of the dryer is
equipped with a special plug. This
plug must be connected to an earthed
socket protected by a fuse of 16
Amperes as indicated on the type plate.
The fuse current rating of the power
line where the outlet is connected must
electrician if you do not have such an
outlet or fuse.
• Our company cannot be held
responsible for damages resulting from
usage without earthing.
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IMPORTANT: Operating your machine
at low voltage values will shorten the
service life and decrease the performance
of your machine.
3.3. Electric Installation
• The clothes dryer installation must be
• Install the appliance according to the
manufacturer’s instructions and local codes.
• To reduce the risk of severe injury or
death, follow all installation instruc¬tions.
• If local codes do not permit the 3-wire
power supply cord conenction, only 4-wire
power supply cord must be used.
• Do not use an extension cord.
3.4. Electrical Connection
Before you start, select your receptacle
type.
• If you have 4-wire receptacle, you must
use UL listed NEMA 14-30P 240V / 30A
4-wire supply cord with ring terminals
or spade terminals with upturned ends.
Supply cord must be type SRDT and at
least 5 ft. length.
• If you have 3-wire receptacle, you must
use UL listed NEMA 10-30P 240V / 30A
3 wire supply cord with ring terminals
or spade terminals with upturned ends.
Supply cord must be type SRDT and at
least 5 ft. length.
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3.5. 4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection
WARNING
•Before the connection, disconnect the power.
•Use UL listed 240V / 30A power supply cord.
Your dryer was equipped with strain relief. Use this strain relief in connection.
1. Remove the screw and terminal box cover.
2. Remove the clamp of the strain relief which has already attached on your machine.
Then pass the clamp through the supply cord and put the supply cord through the main
body of the strain relief. Be sure that wire insulation of the cord inside the strain relief.
3. Remove the terminal block screws which are indicated by A and grounding screw
which is indicated by B. Nuetral ground conductor (central terminal) is provided in the dryer
as a closed loop.
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4. Connect the ground conductor (green wire) under the terminal B. Then connect the
neutral wire (white wire) to center of the terminal. Nuetral ground conductor of the dryer
should remain on the center terminal. Be sure that neutral ground conductor of dryer and
neutral wire of supply cord connected to center terminal together. Tighten all screws.
5. Connect remaining wires under the outer terminals of the block and tighten all screws.
After every connection is completed, tighten strain relief clamp in order to secure the
supply cord. Finally, cover up the box cover.
3.6. 3-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection
WARNING
•Before the connection, disconnect the power.
•Use UL listed 240V / 30A power supply cord.
Your dryer was equipped with strain relief. Use this strain relief in connection.
1. Remove the screw and terminal box cover.
2. Remove the clamp of the strain relief which has already attached on your machine.
Then pass the clamp through the supply cord and put the supply cord through the main
body of the strain relief. Be sure that wire insulation of the cord inside the strain relief.
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3. Remove the terminal block screws which are indicated by A and grounding screw
which is indicated by B. Nuetral ground conductor (central terminal) is provided in the
dryer as a closed loop.
4. Remove the neutral ground conductor from central terminal and connect the
neutral wire of the supply cord under the central terminal of the block. Tighten the
screw.
5. Connect the neutral ground conductor under the screw B. Then connect the
remaining supply cord wires under the outer terminals of the block. Tighten all screws.
After every connection is completed, tighten strain relief clamp in order to secure the
supply cord. Finally, cover up the box cover.
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3.7. Under Counter Installation
• Leave at least 3 cm of space between the side and rear walls of the product and the
underside of the worktop when installing your product under a counter.
• Assembly / disassembly under the counter if neccessary must be done by authorized
service.
3.8. Adjusting the Adjustable Feet
• In order for the dryer to operate more quietly and without vibration, it must stand on its
feet properly and in balance. Make this balance by adjusting the feet.
• Adjust by turning the feet to the right and left until the dryer stands level and balanced.
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3.9. Positioning the Machine on the Ground
The tumble dryer must be positioned on a at surface. It should not be placed on
sloping, angled oors.
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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
4.1. OVERVIEW
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1. Upper tray
2. Control panel
3. Loading door
4. Ventilation grills
5. Plinth opening slot
6. Adjustable feet
7. Plinth
8. Type plate
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10. Drawer Cover
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4.2. PREPARING THE LAUNDRY
4.2.1. Sorting the Laundry to be Dried
Follow the instructions on the labels of the laundry to be dried. Only dry items that have a
statement/symbol that indicates "they can be dried in a dryer".
• Do not operate the product with load amounts and laundry types other than those
given in 4.3. Load Capacity.
Suitable for drying in a
dryer
Does not need ironing
Sensitive/Delicate drying
Not suitable for drying in a
dryer
No drying
Do not dry-clean
At any temperature
At high temperatures
At medium temperatures At low temperatures Heatless Hang to dry
Spread to dry Hang wet to dry Spread in shadow to dry Suitable for dry cleaning
this reason, dry clothes together that have the same structure and fabric type. This way,
you can get an even drying result. If you think that the laundry is still wet, you can select a
time program for additional drying.
Please dry your big (like duvets) and small sizes of laundries seperately in order to not to
have a damp laundries.
IMPORTANT: Delicate fabrics, embroided fabrics, woolen/silk fabrics, clothes
made of delicate and expensive fabrics, airtight clothes and tulle curtains are not
suitable for drying in the dryer.
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4.4. Load Capacity
Follow the instructions in the "Program
selection and consumption table". (See:
5.2 Program selection and consumption
table). Do not load the product with more
in the table.
IMPORTANT: It is not recommended
to load the dryer with more laundry than
overloaded, the drying performance of
the dryer will decrease and the dryer and
laundry might be damaged.
4.3. Preparing the Laundry to be Dried
Risk of explosion and re!
Remove all objects from pockets such as
lighters and matches.
ATTENTION: The drum of the dryer and
the fabrics may get damaged.
• The clothes may have become
entangled during the washing process.
Separate them from each other before
placing them in the dryer.
• Remove all objects in the pockets of
the clothes and apply the following:
• Tie fabric belts, apron laces etc. to each
other or use a laundry bag.
• Lock the zips, clasps and fasteners, do
up the buttons of covers.
• To get the best drying result, sort the
laundry according to the textile type
and drying program.
• Remove clips and similar metal parts
from the clothes.
• Woven goods such as t-shirts and knit
clothes generally shrink in the rst
drying. Use a protective program.
• Do not over-dry synthetics. This will
cause creases.
• When washing the laundry to be dried,
adjust the amount of softener according
to the data from the manufacturer of the
washing machine.
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4.5. USING THE TUMBLE DRYER
4.6. Control Panel
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1. Program Selection Knob
• Use the program selection knob to select the desired drying program
2. Electronic Indicator and Display
Symbol Symbol Meaning Symbol Symbol Meaning
Water tank warning indicator Delay Timer
Anti-crease 60‘
Condenser cleaning warning indicator Anti-crease 120‘
Delay start indicator Buzzer Cancel
Delicate
Drying Step Display:
Drying Cupboard dry
Iron dry End
The electronic display shows the drying steps throughout the program. Every time a program step starts, the
Energy Consumption Display
The energy consumption display shows the energy consumption of the selected program. The bigger the display,
the more the energy consumption. The energy consumption level increases or decreases depending on the fabric
type, duration of the selected program, the drying level and the spinning speed.
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4.7. Program Selection and Consumption Table
Press the Start/Pause button to start the program. The Start/Pause LED that indicates that
the program has started and the Drying LED will come on.
Program Load (kg/lb)
Waching machine
spin speed
Approximate
amount of
remaining
humidity
Duration
(minutes)
Normal + Regular Dry 9/19,8 1000 60% 158
Outdoor 2/4,4 800 40% 43
Towels 3/6,6 1000 60% 71
Mix 4/8,8 1000 60% 81
Warm Refresh - - - -
Air Flu - - - -
Time Drying - - - -
Sanitize 3/6,6 1000 60% 59
Baby Care 3/6,6 1000 60% 68
Delicates 2/4,4 600 50% 41
Perm Press + Regular
Dry
4,5/9,9 800 40% 61
Bulky 2,5/5,5 800 60% 127
Sports Wear 4/8,8 800 40% 53
Express 29' 2/4,4 1200 50% 29
Shirts 12' 0,5/1,1 1200 50% 12
regular drying level and high temperature setting.
Cycles with the low heat setting save the most energy. Use the low heat setting for auto dry
cycles without any level adjust to save on energy and prevent over drying your clothing.
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4.7.1. Auxiliary Functions
The table that summarises the options that can be selected in programs is given below.
Option Description
Drying Level
"Select the drying target suitable for your laundry to be dried.
Select Extra Dry for thick and multilayer laundry that takes time to dry. Select
Regular Dry for regular, single-layer laundry. Select Damp Dry for laundry that you
wish to leave damp, ready for ironing."
Level Adjust
The dampness level obtained after drying can be increased by another 3 levels
in addition to the standard setting. This way, it is ensured that the laundry is drier.
Levels that can be selected apart from the standard setting +1 (low), +2 (medium),
+3 (high). After selection, light of the relevant drying level turns on.
Delicate Drying Delicate fabrics are dried in a longer time at low temperatures.
Delayed Start
You can delay the start of the program by selecting a time between 1 and 23
hours. You can press Start/Pause to activate the desired delay time. When this
time is up, the selected program will start automatically. During the delay time,
options compatible with the program can be activated/deactivated. If you long
press the Delayed Start button, the delay time will change continuously.
Cancel Audible Warning
The drying machine will give an audio warning when the buttons are pressed,
when the program selection knob is turned and when the program ends. To cancel
audio warnings, press and hold the “Anti-Crease Option” for 3 seconds. When you
press this button, you will hear an audible warning that indicates that the option
has been activated and the audible warnings stated will be cancelled.
Time Drying
If the program knob is turned to Time Drying, you can press the Time Drying option
button to select it and press Start/Pause to start the program.
Child Lock
pressed during the program. To activate child lock feature user should press
"Options" and "Anticrease" buttons simultaneously for 3 sec. When the child lock
activated, all keys will be deactivated.Child lock is not automatically deactivated
at the end of the program. To deactivate child lock at end of the program, set
position. Child lock is still active. To deactivate the child lock , user should press
"Options" and "Anticrease" buttons simultaneously for 3 sec. When activating/
deactivating the child lock, "CL" will visualize on display for 2 sec and then
is running or the child lock is active, if you turn the program selection knob, you
will hear an audible warning and "CL" will visualize on display for 2 sec and then
warning. Even if you set the program knob to another program, the previous
program will continue running. To select a new program, you need to deactivate
the child lock and then set the program selection knob.
Anti-wrinkle*
If you do not open the door of the machine at the end of the program, the anti-
crease option will be active for 60 minutes except normal program. When the
anti-crease option is selected, anti-crease will be active for 120 minutes.
Temperature Level
For the laundry to be dried, temperature level can be adjusted with low, medium
and high options.
*Options vary depending on model.
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4.7.2. Starting the Program
start the program. The Start/Pause LED that indicates that the program has started and the
drying LED will come on.
Program Description
Normal + Regular Dry
This program dries cotton laundry including bedsheets, pillowcases, pyjamas,
underwear, tablecloths etc.
Outdoor
This program is suitable for outdoor clothing, waterproof jackets, jackets with inner
insulation, etc.
Towels This program dries thick cotton laundry such as towels, bathrobe, etc.
Mix
This program dries cotton-synthetic mixed garments that do not discolour to make
them ready to wear.
Warm Refresh
Warm refresh helps wool textiles to remove excess water after washing by
applying low temperature and gentle movements of drum.
Time drying option is selected from 10 minutes to 150 minutes without providing
hot air, refresh is done and bad odors can be eliminated.
Time Drying
To reach the required drying level at a low temperature, you can use the time
programs of 10 min. to 1 min. Regardless of the drying level, the program stops at
the desired time.
Sanitize This program is suitable for the fabrics which need hygiene requirements.
Baby Care
This program provides hygienic drying for delicate infant clothes at a low
temperature.
Delicates
This program dries thin clothes like shirts, blouses and silk garments at a low
temperature to make them ready to wear.
Perm Press + Regular Dry
This program dries synthetics, such as shirts, t-shirts, blouses, at a lower
temperature compared to the cottons program.
Bulky
Sports Wear
Sport program is used for synthetic sport laundries like shorts, t-shirts at low
temperature.
Express 29'
2 kg of cotton shirts spun at a high speed in the washing machine are dried in 29
minutes.
Shirts 12' 2 to 3 shirts are ready for to be ironed in 12 minutes.
IMPORTANT: Do not open the loading door while the program is running. If you have
to open the door, do not keep it open for a long time.
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4.7.3. Selection Stand By
“After 15 minutes without user action in
selection mode, machine goes to energy-
saving mode due to decrease energy
consumption. No led activation on display.
When we changed the knob position in
energy-saving mode the jog dial led should
is shown in display.
To restart the machine it will be necessary
to move selector to OFF and select again
the program.
“
During the Program
If you open the door when the program is
running, the product will switch to standby
mode. Once the door has been closed,
press the Start/Pause key to resume the
program.
Do not open the loading door when the
program is running. If you have to open the
door, do not keep it open for a long time.
Program End
Once the program is over, the warning
cleaning and condenser cleaning will turn
on. Additionally, an audible warning will be
given at the end of the program. You can
remove the laundry to make the machine
ready for a new load.
IMPORTANT:
every program. Empty the water tank after
every program.
IMPORTANT: If you do not take out the
laundry after the program has ended, the
1-hour Anti Crease phase will automatically
be activated. This program rotates the drum
at regular intervals to prevent creases.
4.8. Drum Light Information
• This product includes LED Drum Light.The
light works automatically when youopen
the door. And closes itself after awhile
automatically.
• It is not an adjustable option for user to
open or close it.
• Please do not try to replace or modify the
LED Light.
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ProgramS
OPTIONS
Drying
Level
Delay
Start
Buzzer
Cancel
Child
Lock
Delicate
Time
Drying
Level
Adjust
Anti-
wrinkle
Temperature
Level
Normal
X
Outdoor X
Towels X
Mix X
Warm Refresh X X X X X
Air Flu X X X X X
Time Drying X
X X
Sanitize X X X
Baby Care
X
Delicates X X X
Perm Press
X
Bulky X X X X
Sports Wear X
X
Express 29' X X X X
Shirts 12'
X X X X
X Not selectable
Selectable
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5. CLEANING AND CARE
IMPORTANT: Do not use industrial
chemicals to clean your dryer. Do not use a
dryer that has been cleaned with industrial
chemicals.
5.1. Cleaning the Lint Filter
IMPORTANT: DO NOT FORGET TO
CLEAN THE LINT FILTER AFTER EACH
USE.
1. Open the loading door.
2.
3. Use your hands or a soft cloth to clean
the lint.
4. C
1
2
3
4
After the dryer has been used for a certain
period of time, if you encounter a layer that
reinstalling it again.
5.2. Emptying the Water Tank
1. Pull the drawer cover and carefully take
out the tank.
2. Empty the water in the tank.
3. If there is lint accumulated on the
discharge cap in the tank, clean it with
water.
4.
1
2
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IMPORTANT: Never remove the water
tank when the program is running. The
water condensed in the water tank is not
suitable for human consumption.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT FORGET TO
EMPTY THE WATER TANK AFTER EACH
USE.
5.3. Cleaning the Condenser
IMPORTANT: Clean the condenser
when you see the warning “Condenser
Cleaning”.
IMPORTANT: EVEN IF THE
“CONDENSER CLEANING WARNING
LED” IS NOT ON: CLEAN THE
CONDENSER AFTER EVERY 30 DRYING
PROCESSES OR ONCE A MONTH.
If the drying process is completed, open the
loading door and wait for it to cool down.
1. Open the plinth and release the 2 cover
locks of the condenser.
2. Hold the condenser by the plastic part
and pull it out.
3. Clean it with a showerhead and wait for
4. Fully insert the condenser into its seat
and lock the 2 locks.
5. Close the plinth cover.
1 2
3
4 5
5.4. Cleaning the Humidity Sensor
Inside the machine, there are humidity
sensors that detect whether the laundry is
dry or not.
To clean the sensors:
1. Open the loading door of the machine.
2. If the machine is still hot due to the drying
process, wait for it to cool down.
3. Using a soft cloth soaked in vinegar, wipe
the metal surfaces of the sensor and dry
them.
IMPORTANT: CLEAN THE METAL
SURFACES OF THE SENSOR 4 TIMES A
YEAR.
IMPORTANT: Do not use metal tools to
clean the metal surfaces of the sensor.
WARNING:
explosion, do not use solution agents,
cleaning agents or similar products when
cleaning the sensors.
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5.5. Cleaning the Inner Surface of the
Loading Door
IMPORTANT: DO NOT FORGET TO
CLEAN THE INNER SURFACE OF THE
LOADING DOOR AFTER EACH DRYING
PROCESS.
Open the loading door of the dryer and
clean all of the inner surfaces and the
gasket with a soft, damp cloth.
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6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DB
A
C
Brand AVANTI
Model name FLD40V0W
*Height (A) Min: 845 mm / Max: 855 mm*
Width (B) 596 mm
Depth (C) 609 mm
Door open dept (D) 1090 mm
**Capacity (max.) 9 kg**
Net weight (with plastic door) 36,5 kg
Net weight (with glass door) 38,9 kg
Voltage
208-240 V
Power
2700 W
*Min. height: Height with the adjustable feet not used. Max. height: Height with the
adjustable feet extended to the maximum.
**Dry laundry weight before washing.
IMPORTANT:
change without prior notice.
IMPORTANT: The values declared have been obtained in a laboratory environment
according to the relevant standards. These values may change depending on the
environmental conditions and use of the dryer.
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING
process to take the necessary measures and warn you in case of any malfunction.
WARNING: If the problem persists even if you have applied the steps in this section,
please contact the your dealer or an Authorised Service Provider. Never try to repair a
nonfunctional product.
PROBLEM REASON SOLUTION
The drying process takes a long
time.
clogged.
The condenser might be clogged. Clean the condenser.
The ventilation grills in front of the
machine might be closed.
Open the doors/windows to prevent
the room temperature from rising
too much.
There might be a layer of limescale
on the humidity sensor.
Clean the humidity sensor.
The dryer might be overloaded with
laundry.
Do not overload the dryer.
spun.
Select a higher spin speed on your
washing machine.
Laundry comes out damp at the end
of the drying process.
The laundry that comes out hot at the end of the drying process
generally feels more humid.
The program used might not be
suitable for the type of laundry.
Check the care labels on the
laundry items, select a suitable
program for the type of laundry and
additionally, use the time programs.
clogged.
The condenser might be clogged. Clean the condenser.
The dryer might be overloaded with
laundry.
Do not overload the dryer.
spun.
Select a higher spin speed on your
washing machine.
The dryer cannot be opened or the
program cannot be started. The
dryer does not get activated when
adjusted.
The dryer might not be plugged in.
the socket.
The loading door might be open.
Make sure that the loading door is
properly closed.
You might not have set a program or
pressed the Start/Pause key.
Make sure that the program has
been set and the dryer is not in the
Standby (Pause) mode.
Child lock might be active. Deactivate the child lock.
The program has been interrupted
for no reason.
The loading door might not be
closed properly.
Make sure that the loading door is
properly closed.
There might have been a power
failure.
Press the Start/Pause key to start
the program.
The water tank might be full. Empty the water tank.
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PROBLEM REASON SOLUTION
Clothes have shrunk, felted or
deteriorated.
The program used might not be
suitable for the type of laundry.
Check the care labels on the
laundry items, select a suitable
program for the type of laundry.
Water leaking from the loading door.
There might be lint accumulated on
the inner surfaces of the loading
door and on the surfaces of the
gasket of the loading door.
Clean the inner surfaces of the
loading door and the surfaces of the
gasket of the loading door.
The loading door opens on its own.
The loading door might not be
closed properly.
Push the loading door until you hear
the closing sound.
The water tank warning symbol is
The water tank might be full. Empty the water tank.
The water discharge hose might
be bent.
If the product is connected directly
to the water outlet, check the water
discharge hose.
The condenser cleaning warning
symbol is on.
The condenser might be unclean. Clean the condenser.
is on.
by lint.
There might be a layer that causes
obstruction on the surface of the
The program can not be started
and the lter warning led is
blinking
by lint.
There might be a layer that causes
obstruction on the surface of the
The condenser may not be placed. Replace the condenser.
The program can not be started and
leds are blinking
be placed.
leds are blinking even though the
Call technical service.
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8. AUTOMATIC FAULT WARNINGS AND WHAT TO DO
Your tumble dryer is equipped with a built-in fault detection system, indicated by a
ERROR CODE SOLUTION
E00
E03 /
E04
E05
E06
E08
SERVICE FOR YOUR DRYER
We are proud of our customer service organization and the network of professional service
technicians that provide service on your Avanti dryer. With the purchase of your Avanti dryer,
Products Customer Service Team will be here for you. Just call us toll-free.
AVANTI PRODUCTS CUSTOMER SERVICES
800-323-5029
Part Orders
800-220-5570
220-5570
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YOUR AVANTI PRODUCTS WARRANTY
Staple your sales receipt here. Proof of original purchase date is
needed to obtain service under warranty.
WHAT IS COVERED – LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
Avanti Products warrants that the product is free from defects in materials and/or workmanship for a period of twelve (12)
months from the date of purchase by the original owner. The foregoing timeline begins to run upon the date of purchase, and
shall not be stalled, tolled, extended, or suspended for any reason whatsoever unless described in detail in the warranty
document. For one year from the date of purchase by the original owner, Avanti products will, at its option, repair or replace
any part of the product which proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use. Avanti Products will
provide you with a reasonably similar product that is either new or factory refurbished. During this period Avanti Products will
provide all parts and labor necessary to correct such defects free of charge, so long as the product has been installed and
operated in accordance with the written instructions in this manual. In rental or commercial use, the warranty period is
90 days. All Avanti appliances of 3.5 cubic feet capacity or less must be brought/sent to the appliance service center for
repair.
LIMITED FIVE YEAR WARRANTY ON PLASTIC TUB
After one year and until five years from the date of purchase, Avanti Products will furnish a replacement plastic tub, for one
which is defective in material or workmanship. All labor and transportation charges are the responsibility of the consumer.
LIMITED SEVEN YEAR WARRANTY ON STAINLESS STEEL TUB
After one year and until seven years from the date of purchase, Avanti Products will furnish a replacement plastic tub, for one
which is defective in material or workmanship. All labor and transportation charges are the responsibility of the consumer.
WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS / W HAT IS NOT COVERED:
The warranty coverage described herein excludes all defects or damage that are not the direct fault of Avanti Products, including
without limitation, one or more of the following:
•
A failure to comply with any applicable state, local, city, or county electrical, plumbing and/or building codes, regulations, or
laws, including failure to install the product in strict conformity with local fire and building codes and regulations.
•
Any external, elemental and/or environmental forces and factors, including without limitation, rain, wind, sand, floods, fires,
mud slides, freezing temperatures, excessive moisture or extended exposure to humidity, lightning, power surges, structural
failures surrounding the appliance, and acts of God.
•
Shipping and handling costs associated with the
replacement of the unit.
• Repairs performed by unauthorized servicers.
• Service calls that are related to external problems,
such as abuse, misuse, inadequate electrical power,
accidents, fire, floods, or any other acts of God.
•
Failure of the product if it is used for other than it intended
purpose.
• The warranty does not apply outside the
Continental USA.
• Surcharges including but not limited to, any after hour,
weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip charges, or
mileage expense for service calls to remote areas.
In no event shall Avanti Products have any liability or responsibility whatsoever for damage to surrounding property, including
cabinetry, floors, ceilings, and other structures and/or objects around the product. Also excluded from this warranty are
scratches, nicks, minor dents, and other cosmetic damages on external surfaces and exposed parts; Products on which the
serial numbers have been altered, defaced or removed; service visits for customer education, or visits where there is nothing
wrong with the product; correction of installation problems (you are solely responsible for any structure and setting for the
product, including all
electrical, plumbing and/or other connecting facilities, for proper foundation/flooring, and for any alterations including without
limitation cabinetry, walls, floors, shelving etc., as well as the resetting of breakers or fuses.
OUT OF W ARRANTY PRODUCT
Avanti Products is under no obligation, at law or otherwise, to provide you with any concessions, including repairs, pro-rates, or
product replacement, once this warranty has expired.
Warranty – Clothes Dryer
9. PRODUCT WARRANTY
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10. ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION AND PACKAGING
INFORMATION
10.1. Packaging Information
The packaging of this product is made
of recyclable materials. Do not dispose
of the packaging, waste together with
household or other waste. Instead, take it to
local authority.
10.2. Energy Eciency
• You should operate the dryer to full
capacity, but make sure that it is not
overloaded.
• When the laundry is being washed,
the spin speed should be at the
highest level possible. This will shorten
the drying time and reduce energy
consumption.
• Make sure that the same kinds of
laundry are dried together.
• Please follow the recommendations in
the user manual for program selection.
• For air circulation, leave an appropriate
clearance on the front and back sides
of the Dryer. Do not cover the grills on
the front side of the machine.
• Unless necessary, do not open the
door of the machine when drying. If you
have to open it, do not keep it open for
a long time.
• Do not add new (wet) laundry during
the drying process.
• Hairs and lint that detach from the
laundry and merge in the air are
collected by the "Lint Filters". Please
before and after each use.
• For models with a condenser, make
sure that the condenser is cleaned at
least once a month or after each 30
uses.
• During the drying process, the
environment where the dryer is installed
must be well ventilated.
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