Technical Safety - Miele PDR 914 Quick Start Manual

Never operate the tumble dryer without the fluff filter or with a damaged fluff filter. This
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could lead to malfunctions. Fluff can clog the air channels, heating elements and vent duct-
ing, which could result in a fire. In this case, stop the tumble dryer immediately and replace
the damaged fluff filter.

Technical safety

Before setting up the tumble dryer, check it for any externally visible damage.
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Do not install or use a damaged tumble dryer.
Do not connect the tumble dryer to the power supply by an extension lead (fire hazard
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due to overheating).
The electrical safety of this tumble dryer can only be guaranteed when correctly earthed.
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It is essential that this standard safety requirement is observed and regularly tested. If in
any doubt, please have the electrical installation inspected by a specialist. Miele cannot be
held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system.
Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user, for which Miele
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cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele authorised technician,
otherwise any subsequent damage will not be covered by the warranty.
Faulty components may only be replaced by genuine Miele spare parts. Miele can only
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guarantee the safety standards of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.
In the event of a fault and for cleaning and maintenance purposes, the tumble dryer must
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be disconnected from the power supply. The tumble dryer is only disconnected from the
power supply, if:
- It is switched off at the wall socket or the plug is withdrawn.
- The mains fuse is disconnected.
- The mains fuses have been completely removed.
The tumble dryer must not be used in non-stationary installation sites (e.g. on a ship).
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Follow the instructions in "Installation" and "Technical data".
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The tumble dryer may only be operated when the ducting has been installed and the
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room is sufficiently ventilated.
The vent ducting must never be installed in any of the following flues or shafts:
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- Chimneys or smokestacks that are in use.
- Shafts that are used to ventilate installation rooms with fireplaces.
- Flues that are used by third parties.
Smoke or exhaust gas that is fed back into the flue or shaft may be toxic.
Regularly check all components in the vent ducting (e.g. wall pipe, external grille, bends,
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elbows, etc.) to make sure air can move through them and to ensure that they are working
properly. Clean components when necessary. Fluff deposits in the vent ducting system will
prevent the air from being extracted properly and, as a result, will stop the tumble dryer
from working properly.
If existing vent ducting is due to be used, it must be checked before being connected to the
tumble dryer.
Low pressure must not occur in the vent ducting.
There is a risk of suffocation and poisoning due to exhaust gases being sucked back if
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gas-powered flow heaters, gas-powered room heaters, coal-burning stoves with a flue con-
nection, etc., are installed in the same room, in the same flat or in neighbouring rooms and
the negative pressure is 4 Pa or more.
The following measures for suitable room ventilation (examples) can help to prevent negat-
ive pressure in the installation area:
- Install suitably sized vents that cannot be closed in the exterior walls.
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