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Condenser Dryer

Model No. VHC781XTB

Product code 31100256

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Always disconnect your appliance from the mains before you start examining it!

'A10' appears in display

You have selected the 'all in one ' cycle. (its not an error code)

Clean the condensor and filters

Buttons unresponsive

Demo mode may be activated Tumble dryer

Cycle won't start

Demo mode may be activated Tumble dryer

Empty the water tank

Is the machine installed in a cold place?

Is there electrical power

Damage to clothes

Check that they are suitable for tumble drying

Check the heat setting of the cycle

Does not switch off

Anti -crease function has operated

Dryer switches off after a few minutes of use

Check the size of the load

Error code 7 or 11 in the display

Check the filter and condenser for blockages

Error codes 7 or 9

Clean the filter

Error message E03

Empty the water tank

Filter warning lights up

Clean out the filter and condenser

No electrical power

Check there is electricity at the socket

Check the fuse in the plug

Not drying the clothes

Clean the filter and condensor

Check the filter is clean

Sensor dry cycles are not suitable for drying 1 item

Check the filter is clean

Machine has a 'running in' period

Steaming up the room

Some ventilation is needed in the room

Taking longer than usual to dry

Watch our video guide

Time adjust feature not working

This option only works with certain programes

Water tank full light is on

Won't start the program

Demo mode may be activated Tumble dryer

Clean the filters

Clean the door filter before every use

Empty the condenser tumble dryer water tank

Make sure the tank is not full

Tips to keep your dryer working efficiently

Watch our video guide

Clean the condenser

Key Features

Glass Door

8kg Load

Top Drawer Condenser Reservoir

4 Sensor Dry Programmes

Delicate 'Wool Finish' Cycle

LED Display

Highly Efficient Reverse Action

B Energy

Stylish Black Colour

85x60x60cm

23hrs Delay Start

Timed Drying Options

'Fast Iron' Cycle

'Refresh' Cycle

'Empty Water' Indicator

'Filter Care' Indicator

Features

Load Size	8
Unique Hydro Dry Technology	No
Sensor Dry System	Yes (up to 4)
LED Display	Yes
Countdown Display	No
Reverse Action Drying	Yes
Easy-empty top condenser drawer	Yes
Floor level condenser reservoir	No
Glass Door	Yes
Large door for easy opening	Yes
Delay Start	Yes (Up to 23hrs)

Buttons / Indicators

On / Off	Yes
Start / Reset	Yes
Acrylic / Synthetic (Low heat)	Yes
'No Buzzer' option	Yes
'Empty Water' Indicator	Yes
'Filter Care' Indicator	Yes
Delay Start	Yes

Other Information

Colour	Black
Automatic safety door (stop drum on opening)	Yes

Technical Specification

Energy Efficiency	B
Energy consumption (kwh/cycle)	4.49
Annual Energy Consumption	281
Weight (kg) (packed)	38
Weight (kg) (unpacked)	36
Electrical supply (volts)	230
Rated loads (watts)	2300
Dimensions (HxWxD) cm (packed)	90x65x62
Dimensions (HxWxD) cm (unpacked)	85x60x60cm
Noise Level (dBa)	67

Programmes

6 Levels of Sensor Drying (Bone Dry, Extra Dry, Cupboard Dry, Iron Dry, Medium Dry, Damp Dry)	No
Delay Start	Yes
Delicate Wool Finish	Yes
Fast Iron	Yes
Refresh Cycle	Yes
Timed Drying minutes (maximum setting)	120
Heat Settings	2
4 Levels of Sensor Drying (Bone Dry, Extra Dry, Cupboard Dry, Iron Dry)	Yes

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