Table of contents Instruction manual Your new dryer ...................................................... 4 Notes on disposal .................................................. 5 Disposing of packaging .................................... 5 Disposing of old dryers ..................................... 5 Safety notes........................................................... 6 Using the dryer correctly .................................. 6 Before using the dryer ......................................
Selecting a program ............................................ 15 Selecting......................................................... 15 Programme information/table ......................... 16 Additional function ............................................... 16 Low heat button J........................................... 16 Cleaning and care................................................ 17 Cleaning the dryer .......................................... 17 Fluff filter ...................................
Your new dryer With the purchase of your new dryer, you have chosen a modern, high-quality domestic appliance. A distinctive feature of your dryer is its low energy consumption. Every dryer which leaves our factory is carefully checked to ensure that it functions correctly and is in perfect condition. Our after-sales service is available should you have any questions, particularly on how to set up your dryer. You will find further information and a selection of our products on our website: http://www.
Notes on disposal Disposing of packaging ! Risk of suffocation There is a risk of suffocation from the cardboard box and plastic film. Do not allow children to play with the packaging. All our packaging materials are environmentally friendly and recyclable. Please dispose of the packaging in an environmentally-responsible manner. Any retailer or your local authority will be able to advise you on the disposal methods currently available.
Safety notes Only for domestic use. Only for drying fabrics which have been washed in water. Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer – Using the dryer correctly ! Risk of explosion/fire Solvent danger. Do not use the dryer if: the laundry has been treated with a solvent or has been colour-treated (e.g. stain remover, petroleum ether). Dust danger. Do not use the dryer if: the laundry contains dust, e.g.
Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer. Keep pets away from the dryer. Remove all objects from pockets. Look out for lighters in particular – Observe when drying ! Switch off the dryer when the program has ended. Observe at the end of the program Notes on protecting the dryer Risk of explosion. Do not climb onto the dryer. Do not lean or sit on the door – ! Risk of tipping Do not use any protruding components to lift the dryer.
Environmental protection/ notes on economy Drying in an economical and environmentallyaware manner Spin the laundry thoroughly before drying. Spin the laundry thoroughly in the washing machine before drying. The higher the spin speed, the shorter the drying time and the lower the energy consumption. You should also spin easy-care laundry. Fill to full capacity Fill the dryer to its maximum recommended capacities. Do not exceed the capacities: White and coloureds max. 5.0 kg Easy-care fabrics max. 2.
Dryer description Brief instructions Before drying Open the door. Place the laundry in the drum. Close the door. Select the drying time you require using the drying time selector (see programme information on the dryer fascia). Set additional functions if required (see page 16). Press Start button M. Adding laundry Open the door. The drying cycle is halted. Add or remove laundry. Close the door.
Installing the dryer 1 2 3 10 1 Control panel 2 Door with internal filter 3 Adjustable dryer feet
Control panel Start button M To start the program Programme information Instructions on laundry quantity and drying times for the required drying result Button for additional functions (in addition to the program if desired) Low heat J For drying delicate fabrics The indicator lamp lights up when the dryer is switched on Drying time selector For switching on and off and for selecting the drying and ventilation time 11
Notes on laundry Labelling of fabrics Check the following fabric symbols: DRYING Can be dried in a tumble-dryer Wring out and hang on a washing line to dry Do not wring, hang out wet to dry Wring out, lay on a flat surface to dry Do not dry in a tumble-dryer Dry at normal temperatures Dry at low temperatures Do not tumble-dry the following fabrics: Airtight fabrics (e.g. rubber-coated fabrics).
Tips on drying Important for all drying cycles: To obtain a uniform drying result: sort the laundry by fabric type and drying program. Fasten zips, hooks and eyes. Tie loose belts, apron strings etc, together. Do not over-dry easy-care laundry: Risk of creasing. Allow laundry to finish drying in the air. Do not over-dry laundry. Do not iron laundry immediately after drying. Leave laundry folded up for a short while. This helps the residual moisture to distribute evenly.
First use Drying Please read this instruction manual before using the dryer for the first time: 1. Open the door. 2. Place the laundry into the empty drum. i Ensure that the drum contains only laundry. 3. Close the door. 4. Read the programme information – read off the required drying time and 5. Set the drying time selector accordingly. 6. Set additional functions if required (see page 16). 7. Press Start button M. Note You can interrupt the drying program by opening the door. Close the door.
Selecting a program Your dryer offers different drying times and the additional Low heat J function (see page 16). Selecting Our drying programs are designed to protect your laundry with minimum energy consumption. Due to residual heat after drying, your laundry feels damper than it really is. If the dryness of the laundry is not sufficient after cooling down, use a longer drying time or continue drying.
Programme information/table Cottons + linens 3 - 5 kg Cupboard dry Cupboard dry + Low heat Iron dry Iron dry + Low heat 70 - 110 min 80 - 130 min 50 - 90 min 60 - 110 min Easy-care 1.5 - 2.5 kg Cupboard dry Cupboard dry + Low heat Iron dry Iron dry + Low heat 25 - 55 min 30 - 60 min 20 - 40 min 25 - 45 min Additional function Low heat button J Press the Low heat button J for temperature sensitive fabrics (e.g. acrylics). Observe the fabric care instructions The temperature is reduced.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the dryer ! Risk of explosion There is a risk of explosion from solvents. Never use solvents for cleaning. The dryer may be damaged if it is not cleaned correctly. Do not spray the dryer with a water jet. Do not use abrasive agents or general-purpose cleaners. Clean the housing and the control panel with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Fluff filter Clean the fluff filter after each drying cycle. Bobbling (fluff) occurs when fabrics become worn.
Troubleshooting... Troubleshooting... Cause Solution The "on" indicator lamp does not light up. The dryer is not plugged in. Plug in the dryer. No drying time has been set. Select the drying time you require using the drying time selector. The household fuse has tripped. Reset/replace the fuse. Start button M has not been pressed. Press the button. No drying time has been set. Select the drying time you require using the drying time selector The door is not shut. Close the door.
Troubleshooting... Drying is not satisfactory Laundry is not dried evenly Condensation in the exhaust air hose. Cause Solution Ambient temperature is above 30° C. Make sure that there is sufficient ventilation. The wrong drying time has been set. Set the drying time using the programme information (from page 16). Power cut for more than two hours. Restart the program by pressing the Start button again. The laundry feels damper than it really is.
After-sales service Before you contact the after-sales service, please check that you cannot rectify the malfunction yourself. (see page 18 onwards) If you contact the after-sales service, even within the warranty period, you will be liable for labour costs. Please inform the aftersales service of the product number (E-Nr.) and the manufacture number (FD) of the appliance. You will find this information in the thick edged area of the rating plate on the door frame (visible when the door is open). E-Nr.
Technical data Size Load Height 85 cm (adjustable) Width 60 cm Depth 59 cm Weight approximately 45 kg Nominal capacity 5 kg A.C. voltage, connected load, fuse see the rating plate Consumption rates Energy consumption in kWh Spin speed in rpm (residual moisture) Cottons + linens 5 kg Cupboard dry 800 (approx. 70%) 3.35 1,000 (approx. 62%) 3.00 1,200 (approx. 55%) 2.70 1,400 (approx. 50%) 2.35 1,600 (approx. 47%) 2.
Setting up and connecting Safety notes ! Risk of injury The dryer is very heavy. Do not attempt to lift it on your own. Do not lift the dryer by any of the protruding parts (e.g. the door) – they may break off. ! Risk of tripping There is a risk of tripping due to cables or hoses hanging down. Secure loose cables or hoses. Check the dryer for damage caused during transportation. Do not connect the dryer if it has visible signs of damage. If in doubt, contact a specialist retailer.
Setting up the dryer ! Never place the appliance behind a lockable door, a sliding door or a door with the hinge on the opposing side to the appliance. ! Position the appliance so that the door of the tumble dryer can be opened unimpeded. ! That exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is used for exhausting fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels. The dryer must be positioned so it is level on the floor. Use a spirit level to ensure that this is the case.
Washer-dryer stack connection set Order no.: WTZ 1250 Assembling the exhaust air hose Exhaust air hose: Order no.: WTZ 1130 Adapter: 494355 (optional) The dryer can be placed on top of a Bosch washing machine of the same dimensions to save space. ! Risk of injury For reasons of safety, the dryer must be installed by an expert. Always use a connection set to secure the dryer to the washing machine. There are exhaust air outlets in the left side wall and the rear panel of the dryer.
Electrical connection Only connect the dryer to an earth contact socket installed in accordance with regulations. Make sure that the voltage details on the rating plate (visible when the door is open) correspond with the mains voltage where the appliance is set up. The connected load and the fuse or LS machine are also specified on the rating plate.
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