Brand: ELECTROLUX
Category: Tumble Dryer
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for T5290
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 8:06 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2011-06-21
Warranty Information
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Starting the Machine:
1. Load items and close the door.
2. Ensure the filter is clean.
3. Select the desired program (automatic or time-based) using the control knob.
4. For automatic programs, optional buttons like 'Quick program', 'Eco program', or 'Care program' can be selected.
5. For automatic programs, select the desired dryness level ('Extra dry', 'Dry', 'Iron dry').
6. Start the machine by pressing the control knob.
Additional Functions:
The program can be paused by pressing the control knob or opening the door. It can be resumed by pressing the control knob again. A program can be changed or interrupted after it has started by pausing it, selecting a new program, and activating it.
When Program Has Ended:
Empty the machine as soon as possible to prevent wrinkles. The drum may rotate at intervals to keep items from wrinkling. Clean the filter after each drying cycle.
1. Load items and close the door.
2. Ensure the filter is clean.
3. Select the desired program (automatic or time-based) using the control knob.
4. For automatic programs, optional buttons like 'Quick program', 'Eco program', or 'Care program' can be selected.
5. For automatic programs, select the desired dryness level ('Extra dry', 'Dry', 'Iron dry').
6. Start the machine by pressing the control knob.
Additional Functions:
The program can be paused by pressing the control knob or opening the door. It can be resumed by pressing the control knob again. A program can be changed or interrupted after it has started by pausing it, selecting a new program, and activating it.
When Program Has Ended:
Empty the machine as soon as possible to prevent wrinkles. The drum may rotate at intervals to keep items from wrinkling. Clean the filter after each drying cycle.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Error code | Text | Cause/Action |
|---|---|---|
| 12:11 | DRYING ERROR WITH RMC PROGRAM | The longest permitted RMC time has been exceeded. (Applies only to machines with RMC). The machine is overfilled or the garment is too wet. |
| 12:12 | DRYING ERROR WITH AUTOSTOP PROGRAM | The longest permitted automatic stop time has been exceeded. (Applies only to machines with automatic stop). The machine is overfilled or the garment is too wet. |
| 12:14 | GAS ERROR PRESS GAS RESET BUTTON | No flame has been detected. (Applies only to gas heated machines). Reset by pressing the control knob. On Coin operated machines: Reset by pressing the service button. |
| 12:15 | NO VACUUM | The machine is overfilled or the garment is too wet. Unload some of the garment and try to start again. |
| 12:16 | VACUUM SWITCH SHORTED | The vacuum/pressure switch does not close within the set time. Open and close the door and and try to start again. |
| 20:1 | O.H. DRUM MOTOR | The motor is too hot. Stop the machine and wait 5 minutes before starting again. |
| 30:1 | O.H. FAN MOTOR | The motor is too hot. Stop the machine and wait 5 minutes before starting again. |