Blocked condenser (condenser dryers)

Resolution

Check and clean the condenser

Time: 5 min

Cleaning the tumble dryer condenser (applicable to condenser dryer)

If the symbol Condenser flashes on the display, inspect the condenser and its compartment. If it is dirty, clean it.

A dirty condenser will cause poor drying results.

{UM|Access to the condenser may slightly differ depending on the dryer model, refer to the user manual}

Note: Do not operate the tumble dryer when the condenser is blocked with fluff. This could cause damage to the tumble dryer. This also increases energy consumption.

Step 1: Open the door, then open the condenser cover

Step 2: Turn two levers to unlock the condenser lid

Step: 3 Lower the condenser lid

Step: 4 Catch the handle and pull the condenser out from the bottom compartment

Move the condenser horizontally to avoid spilling any remaining water.



Step 5: Clean the condenser in a vertical position over a basin

Rinse through with a hand shower.

Step 6: Put the condenser back inside the bottom compartment

Step 7: Close the condenser lid

Step 8: Lock two levers until they snap

Step 9: Close the condenser cover

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