en-us Use and Care Manual, Installation Instructions Dryer WTG86403UC
Welcome to Your New Dryer! Congratulations on your selection of a new Bosch dryer for your laundry needs. We are confident you will enjoy the superior performance and reliability. Please do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service department if you have any questions or comments about your new dryer. Thank you for choosing Bosch. Visit our website at www.boschhome.com/us (USA) or www.boschhome.ca (Canada) for more information and to view a selection of our products.
Table of contents en-usUseandCreManul,InstalionIstrucions Important information ................................................... 4 Purchase information ........................................................... 4 Customer service ................................................................. 4 Your dryer is intended for ............................................. 5 Safety Definitions .......................................................... 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................
Important information Purchase information Importaniformatin Please take a moment to record the following basic information about the purchase of your new Bosch® dryer. This information will be helpful in the event you need to contact Customer Service or would like to order accessories or replacement parts for your dryer. ( 1U )' Customer service Your dryer does not require any special care other than the maintenance and care mentioned in this manual.
Your dryer is intended for ▯ Yourdeyistnedfor ▯ ▯ Only household use and in a non-commercial environment. Drying textiles washed in a residential style clothes washer. Operating conditions: Recommended ambient temperatures: 59-86°F / 15-30°C. Min/Max allowable temperatures: 41-95°F / 5-35°C. Relative humidity: under 95% Installation by qualified installers.
9 I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS I N S T R U C T I O N S IMPORTANSFETYINSRUCTIONSR E A D A N D S A V E T H E S E I N S T R U C T I O N S WARNING When properly cared for, your new appliance has been designed to be safe and reliable. Read all instructions before using the appliance. These precautions will reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, and injury to persons.
9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING WARNINGS FOR CHILDREN AND PETS ▯ Do not allow children and pets to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children. ▯ Make sure to utilize all child lock/safety features of your appliance, and be sure to turn the appliance Off when not in use.
Introduction to your new dryer 9 Intrducoityournewdyr WARNING RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS of this manual before installing or operating this appliance. ~ IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Page 6 Special features ▯ ▯ ▯ Standard features and helpful information Thank you for choosing Bosch for your laundry appliance needs.
Dimensions and clearances required Installation for best performance Dimensoadclernsquired 9 Appliance dimensions CAUTION D E DO NOT INSTALL THE DRYER: ▯ outdoors, ▯ in an environment with dripping water, ▯ near flammable materials, ▯ in rooms which are at risk of freezing, ▯ in rooms which may contain gas or other fuels, ▯ on carpets. H F Because many variables affect drying time we recommend allowing as much free air space around your dryer as possible for the shortest drying cycle time.
Minimum clearances Closet: Stand alone (shown) or Side by Side Closet: Stacked Only with one of the Bosch required Stacking Kits (sold separately), can this Bosch Dryer be stacked on top of a Bosch Washer of the same dimensions to save space. 9 CAUTION ▯ ▯ ▯ ▯ Use only the dryer stacking kit noted in this User Manual's Accessories section. Do not stack washer on top of dryer. Do not stack washer on top of another washer.
Under counter (Preferred) Under counter (Less Desirable) ( $ & + * ) % Front of the appliance fully open. No doors or coverings. If front of the appliance is covered ventilation openings must be installed. Minimum opening dimensions E & F are minimum area sizes E 63 sq.in. 404 sq. cm F 63 sq.in. 404 sq. cm G&H actual spacing dimensions for min. open area sizes G 3 in. 7.6 cm H 14 in. 35.6 cm A B C 28 in. 23.8 in. 34.5 in. 71.1 cm 60.5 cm 87.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Instal inoIstrcuino 9 Introduction CAUTION ▯ Read these installation instructions completely and carefully before starting to install your new dryer. The information contained can save you time and effort and will help to ensure optimum performance of your new dryer. Be sure to observe all warnings and cautions.
Waste disposal Disposal of Packaging Materials After unpacking your new appliance dispose of the protective packaging materials in an environmentally friendly way. Ask your dealer or inquire with your local authority regarding currently acceptable means of disposal. 9 Dryer drum contents A literature pack is shipped in the dryer drum. Be sure to remove this item before using the dryer.
9 WARNING RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS ▯ The supplied Power Adapter is intended to be used only for powering the Bosch Washers and Dryers having NEMA 6-15P cords. This Power Adapter is unique as it allows for both the Dryer and Washer to plug into the home's existing 4prong dryer receptacle. If the home has an existing 3-prong dryer receptacle it and its complete branch circuit must be changed to a 4prong circuit.
Secure hose and/or elbow as shown below. Sink “D” or floor “E”. Examples of connections: Plumbing box or Standpipe connection: For most plumbing box installations (with adjacent washer) the plastic elbow supplied with the dryer will not be used and must be removed from the dryer drain hose. 1. Fasten the dryer drain hose to the washer drain/elbow as shown in picture “A”. Secure with plastic ties supplied. ▯ 9 NOTICE: Examples shown are for reference only.
NOTICES ▯ ▯ ▯ Examples shown are for reference only. Not all fittings, connectors, nuts, brackets, ties, etc. are supplied to accommodate every application. Ensure there are no kinks or crimps along the entire length of hose. If installed in an upper floor of a multi-story building, the dryer should be installed on a drained floor to prevent water damage to lower floors in the event of a leak.
ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS AND CIRCUITS WARNING 9 ▯ ▯ 9 ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD ▯ Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the dryer. ▯ Protect the power cord from physical damage such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, or walked on. ▯ DO NOT use an extension cord to connect the dryer to the power supply. ▯ Make sure: The power cord fits into the outlet/receptacle. The home’s internal power supply circuit wire size is sufficient and electrically grounded.
Leveling the dryer Check heating system Importance of leveling the dryer It is important that your dryer is level and that all four dryer feet press with equal pressure against the floor. This will help assure the quietest, most vibration-free use of your dryer. 1. Check that the drum is empty. To adjust the dryer feet: 1. Install the dryer on a level and solid surface, preferably in a corner of a room. 2. If the floor is uneven (or not level) adjust the dryer feet as required to level the dryer.
Getting to know your appliance Control panel Getignowkyuraplince ( Dry Level, Time Dry, Finish in Selectable Option Settings for customizing Programs as desired. Indicator Symbol lights or desired time is displayed if setting is active.~ Default Program and Option settings; Page 29 0 Wrinkle Block, Low Heat, Signal @ Program Selector Selecting a program and switching on/off; turns in both directions. H Display area for settings and information. Additional option settings.
Display area ( Drying cycle status sequence H Time Dry ñ and Finish in 0 indicators 0 Childproof lock indicator P Indicator lamps for additional option settings: Wrinkle 8 Cleaning required indicator X Check drain indicator @ 4 Digit Display: ` Start/Pause indicator h Dry Level indicator ▯ ▯ 20 Finish in time adjustable in 1h (h=hour) steps to 24h program duration 2:30 Block, Low Heat and Signal
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9 OperatignIsrcutinso WARNING RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Your new dryer # 3 + ( Control panel, display area, program selector 0 Drum with interior light (depending on model) The interior light activates after the door is opened and after the program starts, it switches off automatically.
@ Lint filter H Air inlet P Open the maintenance flap Close the maintenance flap Condenser 9 WARNING BEFORE USING YOUR DRYER Read and follow all installation and operating instructions. Check the machine. Never connect the utilities (power or water) to or start a damaged machine! Contact Customer Service! ~ Customer service; Page 4 Check to be sure the dryer drain hose is installed properly.
Program selection For optimum drying results your dryer offers several different types of programs to choose from. Select the required drying program from the program table according to the examples.~ Program selection table; Page 28 Time programs Time programs run at specific temperatures and are suitable for delicate items, individual or a few small items and for adding additional drying time if necessary.
Loading the laundry 9 Load the laundry WARNING RISK OF EXPLOSION Do not dry laundry that has ever been in contact with solvents, oil, wax, grease or paint (e.g. nail varnish remover, stain remover, cleaning solvent, etc.). 1. Check lint filter. Place laundry in the empty drum. Put each piece of laundry into machine separately. For best results the laundry should be sorted according to type of laundry and desired degree of drying.
3. If required, select Low Heat by pressing the button. ~ Additional Program Option settings; Page 29 4. If required, select Wrinkle Block by pressing the button. ~ Additional Program Option settings; Page 29 Program end Tip: The estimated remaining time will be updated. Indicator of program sequence Bosch dryers use an advanced control system which continually monitors the laundry’s remaining moisture.
Signal For switching the buzzer on and off touch the Signal button. The buzzer indicates program end if it is activated. Other alarms are not influenced by this option. You can also change the following settings: ▯ volume for buzzer ▯ volume for button signals To change these settings always activate adjustment mode first. Activate adjustment mode 2II 1. Select Cotton Extra Dry on position 1. The appliance is on. 2. Hold down Start/Pause and turn the program selector to the right (position 3).
Laundry Preparing the laundry Laundry NOTICE: Damage to the appliance/fabrics. Foreign objects (e.g. coins, paper-clips, needles, nails) may damage the laundry or components in the dryer. Therefore, note the following tips when preparing your laundry: ▯ Empty all pockets to ensure no loose debris (coins, keys, other hard objects and cigarette lighters) are placed in the dryer drum. ▯ Close any fasteners (such as zippers, hooks and eyelets) that could cause laundry to catch or become entangled.
Program selection table Progamselctinoable Programs Standard programs Cotton Dry Cotton Extra Dry Perm P Damp Perm P Dry Perm Press Extra Dry Delicates Quick 40™ Timed Dry Variable Hand Wash/Wool Air Fluff/No Heat Quick Dry Auto Special programs Towels Max. load up to: Type of laundry full load Normal cotton and linen type load (bed linen, cotton clothes, etc.
Default Program and Option settings At the factory initial settings are pre-set for all cycles. You can change some program settings as follows. Dry Level This option adjusts the drying time in small steps for certain programs. Default setting = OFF (no LED Symbol shown) Selectable values: OFF, +1, +2, +3 The Dry Level is retained until changed. NOTICE: The higher the number value the increased time of drying.
USER-MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS USER-MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Your appliance is designed to give you years of service. Observe the following instructions to maintain your appliance and keep it in top operating condition. User-maitnecsrcutino 9 Cleaning the lint filter area WARNING 9 FIRE HAZARD Follow these instructions when cleaning the lint filter area. ▯ DO NOT extend any cleaning device or object more than six inches (6") beyond the lint filter opening.
2. Open the door. 3. Pull out filter. Remove the lint from the lint filter opening and area below. Ensure that no lint falls into opening below. 4. Open the filter. 5. Remove lint (run hand over filter). NOTICE: Severely dirty or clogged lint filter should be rinsed under warm running water. The filter must be dried thoroughly before being placed back into dryer. 6. Close the filter and re-insert it. 7. Close the door.
Cleaning the Condenser The Condenser requires periodic cleaning (recommended once per month under normal drying conditions). The frequency of cleaning depends on the amount and type loads being dried. 7. Rinse the Condenser and the cap on all sides with a jet of water to completely remove all of the lint and fluff. To clean the Condenser: 1. If the dryer is hot, run on Air Fluff/No Heat program to allow the dryer to cool down. 2.
Cleaning the moisture sensors The dryer is equipped with a stainless-steel moisture sensor. The moisture sensor measures how damp the laundry is. After long periods of use the moisture sensor may become covered by a fine layer of limescale or residue of detergents and textile care products. Such residue must be removed regularly as the sensor function will be impaired and the drying results less than desired.
Troubleshooting Introduction Troubleshtign NOTICE: Before doing maintenance work or trying to fix a problem, rotate the program selector to Off. If the power supply is interrupted during operation, the program will not continue when power is restored. When power is restored, confirm program and selected options are as desired and then press the Start/Pause button. 9 WARNING RISK OF INJURY TO SKIN The door, the drum and the laundry may be hot.
Determing the Problem Problem Possible cause(s) Solution(s) Dryer does not start. Start/Pause indicator light does not flash. Power cord end not inserted at all or not inserted correctly. A fuse is blown or breaker is tripped. Insert power cord end correctly. Door not closed properly. Program not selected. The display panel and indicator lights go out, Start/Pause indicator light flashes. The display panel and Start/Pause indicator switch off. Dryer does not start. Start/Pause indicatorflashes.
Problem Possible cause(s) Solution(s) Creasing. Laundry load exceeded. Unsuitable program selected. One or more indicator lights are flashing. Lint filter or/and Condenser is dirty. Clean lint filter or/and Condenser (see solution of the problem(s) in this table above). Installation conditions are not ade- Check the installation conditions. quate. ~ Electrical Connections; Page 16 Fault in program sequence or mal- Switch off the dryer, allow it to cool down, switch back function.
STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY Bosch Clothes Dryer STAEMNTOFLIMTEDPROUCTWARNTY What this Warranty Covers & Who it Applies to: The limited warranty provided by BSH Home Appliances (“Bosch”) in this Statement of Limited Product Warranty applies only to the Bosch appliance ("Product") sold to you provided that the Product was purchased: ▯ For your normal, household (non-commercial) use, and has in fact at all times only been used for normal household purposes.
Warranty Exclusions: The warranty coverage described herein excludes all defects or damage that are not the direct fault of Bosch, including without limitation, one or more of the following: Use of the Product in anything other than its normal, customary and intended manner (including without limitation, any form of commercial use, use or storage of an indoor product outdoors, use of the Product in conjunction with air or water-going vessels).
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