Bosch WTA4000, WTA4000BY User Manual

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 ......................................	6
Observe when drying........................................	7
Observe at the end of the program ..................	7
Notes on protecting the dryer ...........................	7
Environmental protection/notes on economy ........	8
Drying in an economical and
environmentally-aware manner ........................	8
Dryer description....................................................	9
Brief instructions ...............................................	9
Door operation..................................................	9
Installing the dryer ..........................................	10
Control panel ..................................................	11
Notes on laundry..................................................	12
Labelling of fabrics..........................................	12
Tips on drying .................................................	13
First use ...............................................................	14
Drying .............................................................	14

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.........................................................	17
Troubleshooting...................................................	18
After-sales service ...............................................	20
Technical data .....................................................	21
Setting up and connecting ...................................	22
Safety notes....................................................	22
Setting up the dryer ........................................	23
Washer-dryer stack connection set ................	24
Assembling the exhaust air hose ...................	24
Electrical connection.......................................	25

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.bosch-hausgeraete.de

Read and observe this instruction manual and all other accompanying information for your dryer.

Keep all the documents in a safe place for future reference or to pass on to the next owner.

Notes on disposal

Disposing of packaging

Disposing of old dryers

!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.

!Danger of death

Danger of death from electrical voltage or suffocation.

Your old dryer:

Disconnect it from the mains.

Cut through the mains cable and discard along with the plug.

Break the door lock. This prevents children from locking themselves in the dryer.

Environmentally-friendly disposal conserves valuable raw materials.

Any retailer or your local authority will be able to advise you on the disposal methods currently available.

! This appliance is marked according to the

European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). This guideline is the frame of a European-wide validity of return and recycling on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment.

Safety notes

Using the dryer correctly

Only for domestic use.

Only for drying fabrics which have been washed in water.

Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer –

!Risk of explosion/fire

Before using the dryer

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. coal dust or flour the laundry contains foam/rubber

the laundry contains traces of hairspray, nail varnish remover or similar substances.

Install the dryer in accordance with the installation instructions (see page 22).

Do not connect the dryer if it has visible signs of damage. If in doubt, contact a specialist retailer.

!Risk of explosion/fire

Do not discharge exhaust air through an outlet pipe used for waste gas from appliances which burn gas or fuels.

Observe when drying

Observe at the end of the program

Notes on protecting the dryer

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 –

!Risk of explosion.

Switch off the dryer when the program has ended.

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.

!Risk of breakage and injury

Do not use detergent boosters containing solvents or dirt and stain removers in the dryer. These substances may damage the dryer. Empty the dryer completely when it is to be transported or stored.

i	Do not set up the dryer in a room susceptible
	to frost.

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. 2.5 kg

Ensure sufficient room ventilation

Open a window or door while drying laundry.

Clean the fluff filter

Clean the filter after each drying cycle (see page 17).

Do not obstruct the cooling air supply

Do not position or affix anything over the cool air inlet on the rear of the dryer.

Dryer description

Brief instructions

Door operation

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.

If necessary, select another time using the drying time selector (see programme information on the dryer fascia).

Press Start button M.

After drying

Open the door. Remove the laundry.

Turn the drying time selector to Off m. Clean the fluff filter (see page 17).

Press the door to open.

Close the door (you will hear a clicking noise).

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