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
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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
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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 lo w 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 an y questio ns ,
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.
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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 curr entl y
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 cons er ves
valuable raw materials.
Any retailer or your local authority will be able to
advise you on the disposal methods curr entl y
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.
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Safety notes
Using the dryer
correctly
Before using
the dryer
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
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.
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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.
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Do not set up the dryer in a room susceptible
to frost.
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Environmental protection/
notes on economy
Drying in an
economical and
environmentallyaware m anner
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.
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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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