Bosch WTV74307UK Instruction Manual

Name: Bosch WTV74307UK
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ˎh:min



End of programme in 1*-24 hours (Press button several times if required) (*depending on the selected programme, e.g. duration

1:54h a 2h. Can always be selected to the next full hour.

Cleaning the fluff filter

Clean the fluff filter after each drying operation.

1. Open the door, remove fluff from door/door are a.

2. Pull out and fold open the fluff filter.

3. Remove the fluff (by wiping the filter with you r hand).

If the fluff filter is very dirty or blocked, rinse with warm water and dry thoroughly.

4. Close and reinsert the fluff filter.

Switching off the dryer

Turn the programme selector to Off. Do not leave laundry in the dryer.

Removing the laundry

The automatic anti-crease function causes the drum to move at specific intervals, the washing re mains

loose and fluffy for an hour (two hours if the additional cReduced Ironing function is also selected-

depending on model).

... and adapt to individual requireme nts

Never start the dryer if it is damaged! Inform your after-sales service.

Inspecting the

dryer

Sorting and loading laundry

Remove all items from pockets. Check for cigarette lighters. The drum must be empty prior to loading.

See programme overview on page 7. See also separate instructions for “Woollens basket” (depending on model)

Your new dryer

Congratulations - You have chosen a modern, high-quality Bosch domestic appliance. The vented dryer is distinguished by its economical energy consumption. Every dryer which leaves our factory is carefully checked to ensure that it functions correctly and is in perfect condition. Should you have any questions, our after-sales service will be pleased to help.

Disposal in an environmentally-responsible manner

Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-responsible manner. This appliance is labelled in accordance with the European guideline

2002/96/EG on waste electrical and electronic

equipment - WEEE. The guideline provides an EU-wide framework for the return and recycling of old appliances.

For further information about our products, accessories, spare parts and services, please visit: www.bosch-home.com

Intended use

Preparing for

installation, see Page 8

Selecting and adjusting the programme

Drying

Control panel

ʋ for domestic use only,

ʋ only to be used for drying fabrics that h ave been

washed with water.

Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer. Keep pets away from the dryer.

Select the drying programme ...

Press the  Start/Stop button

Make sure your hands are dry. Hold the plug only.

Connecting the

mains plug

Drying

Information on laundry ...

Labelling of fabrics

Follow the manufacturer's care information.

(Dryin g at normal temperature.

'cDrying at low temperature a also select &cLow Heat.

)cDo not machine dry.

Observe safety instructions without fail aPage 11!

Do not tumble-dry the following fabrics for example: – Impermeable fabrics (e.g. rubber-coated fabrics).

– Delicate materials (silk or curtains made from synthetic material) a they ma y crease.

– Dripping wet washing high a energy consumption!

– Laundry contaminated with oil.

Drying tips

– To ensure a consistent result, sort the laundry by fabric type and drying program me. – Always dry very small items (e.g. baby socks) together with large items of laundry (e.g. hand

towel).

– Close zips, hooks and eyelets, and button up covers.

Tie fabric belts, apron strings, etc. together

– Do not over-dry easy-care laundry a risk of creasing!

Allow laundry to finish drying in the air.

– Do not dry woolens in the dryer, only use to freshen them up aPage 7, Woollens finish

Programme (depending on model).

– Do not iron laundry immediately after drying, fold items up and leave for a whi le a the

remaining moisture will then be distributed evenly.

– Machine-knitted fabrics (e.g. T-shirts or jerseys) often shrink the first time they are dried a

do not use the Extra Dry programme.

– Starched laundry is not always suitable for dryers a starch leaves behind a coating tha t

adversely affects the drying operation.

– Use the correct dosage of fabric softener as per the manufacturer's instructions when

washing the laundry to be dried.

– Use the timer programme for small loads a this improves the drying result.

Environmental protection/energy-saving tips

– Before drying, spin the laundry thoroughly in the washing machine a the higher the spin

speed the shorter the drying time will be (consumes less energy), also spin easy-care laundry.

– Put in, but do not exceed, the maximum recommended quantity of laundry a

programme overview aPage 7.

– Make sure the room is well ventilated during drying.

– Clean the fluff filter after every drying cycle a Page 4.

– Do not obstruct or seal up the air inlet.

Drum

All buttons are sensitive and only need to be touched lightly.

Only operate the dryer with the fluff filter inserted!

Air inlet

Fluff filter

Care and cleaning

Dryer housing, Control panel, Air in let, Moisture sensors

– Wipe off with a soft, damp cloth. – Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. – Remove detergent and cleaning agent residue imm ediately.

Exhaust air duct

Check the exhaust air duct. Clean the exhaust air du ct every six months. Do not bend the exhaust air duct.

1. Switch off the dryer and allow it to cool down.

2. Disconnect the mains plug.

3. Remove the exhaust air duct.

4. Clean the exhaust air duct.

5. Refit the exhaust air duct a Installation instructions for exhaust air duct.

Moisture sensors

The dryer is equipped with stainless steel moisture se nsors. Moisture sensors measure the moisture level of the l aundry. After sustained, repeated operation, a fine layer of limes cale may form on the moisture sensors.

1. Open the door.

2. Clean the moisture sensors using a s lightly damp sponge with a rough

surface.

Do not use steel wool or abrasive materials.

Programme end once lights up in the display. Interrupt programme removing or adding laundry.

The drying cycle can be interrupted for a brief period so that laundry may be added or removed. The programme selected must then be resumed and completed.

Never switch the dryer off before the drying process has ended. Drum and door may be hot!

1. Open door, the drying process is interrupted.

2. Load or remove laundry and close door.

3. If required, select a new programme and additional functions.

4. Press the  Start/Stop button.

Contents Page

ʋ Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

ʋ Setting the programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

ʋ Drying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4

ʋ Information on laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

ʋ Care and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

ʋ Programme overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

ʋ Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

ʋ Frost protection/transport . . . . . . . . . . . .8

ʋ Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

ʋ Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

ʋ What to do if... / After-sales service . . . .10

ʋ Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Additional functions

Programme selectorTime

remaining

Display panel

Service displays

Door Filter/Venting Hose

Close door.

Clean the fluff filter. Check exhaust air line. a page 6.

Only when switched off!

ʋ &Buzzer Select On/Off for a acoustic signal at end of programme.

ˎ&cLow Heat

Reduced temperature for delicate fabrics ' that r equire a longer drying time; e.g.

for polyacrylics, polyamide, elastane or acetate.

ˎcReduced

Ironing

Reduces creasing and extends the anti-creasing phase once the program has ended.

Read these instructions before operating the dryer. Also observe the separate installation instructions for the exhaust air duct!

Observe the safety instructions on page 11.

Programme overview also see Page 5

After drying: laundry is to be ...

T-shirt

Shirts

Trousers

Skirts/dresses

Sportswear

Work clothing

Anoraks

Towelling

dressing gowns

Underwear

Socks

Bed linen

Table linen

Terry towels

Tea towels/

towels

c

ironed



lightly ironed dry

not ironed

passed through a mangle

Cottons

max. 8 kg

For whites and coloureds/cotton or linen.

Iron Dry ø@

è*è*è*è*è*è*è*è*

Cupboard Dry @

è*è*è*è*è*

Very Dry @

è*è*è*è*è*

Extra Dry @

*èèè*è*è

 Easy-Care

max. 3.5 kg For non-iron laundry made of synthetic fibres and blended fabric, cotton.

Iron Dry cø@c

è*è*è*è*è*è*

Cupboard Dry @è*è*

Very Dry @è*è*è*

Woollens finish

max. 3 kg

For woollen fabrics suitable for machine-washing. Fabrics become fluffier but not dry.

Remove fabrics once the programme has ended and allow to dry.

SuperQuick 40’

max. 2 kg

For laundry made of synthetic fibres, cotton or blended fabrics (for example) that needs to be dried quickly. The values may

differ from the those specified depending on the type of fabric, mixture of laundry to be dried, residual moisture in the fabric

and loading capacity.

 Timed Programmes

40 min/20 min

max. 3 kg

For pre-dried, multi-layered, sensitive fabrics made of acrylic fibres, or separate small items of laundry.

Also for subsequent drying.

0111 / 9000619968

*619968*

Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH

Carl-Wery-Str. 34

D-81739 Munich/Germany

WTV74307UK

Installation

– Delivery specification: dryer, instructions for installation and use, woollens basket

(depending on model).

– Check dryer for transport damage. – The dryer is very heavy. Do not attempt to lift it on your own. – Be careful to avoid sharp edges. – Do not lift the dryer by any of the protruding parts (e.g. the door) as they may break off. – Do not set up in a room that is susceptible to frost.

Freezing water may cause damage.

– If in doubt, have the appliance connected by an expert.

Setting up the dryer

– The appliance plug must always be accessible. – Ensure that the appliance is installed on a clean, level

and solid surface.

– Keep the cooling grille at the front of the dryer

unobstructed. – Keep the area around the dryer clean. – Make the dryer level using the threaded feet

and a spirit level.

Do not remove the threaded feet under any

circumstances.

Mains connection see safety instructions

Page 11.

– Connect to an AC earthed socket. If in doubt have the socket checked by an expert. – The mains voltage and the voltage shown on the rating plate (

Page 9) must correspond.

– The connected load and necessary fuse protection are specified on the rating plate.

Frost protection / Transport

Preparation

1. Select any programme using the programme se lector.

2. Press the Start/

Stop button.

3. Turn the programme selector to Off.

Take all accessory parts out of the drum. The drum must be empty.

Make sure that the air

inlet remains unobstructed

Clean and level

Do not operate the dryer if there is a danger of frost.

Do not set up the dryer behind a door or sliding door as this may obstruct or prevent the dryer door from opening. This will prevent a potentially fatal danger to children from locking themselves in.

Technical data

Dimensions (DxWxH) 60 x 60 x 85 cm (height adjustable)

Weight approximately 36 kg Max. capacity 8 kg Ambient temperature 5 - 35 °C Connection voltage Connected load Fuse protection see appliance ratin g plate Ambient temperature Product number/ Production number

You can find the rating plate on the back of the dryer.

Consumption rates

These are guide values determined under standard conditions. Fluctuations up to 10% are possible.

Spin speed in rpm (residual moisture)

Drying time

in min.**

Energy

consumption

in kWh**

LF Cottons 8 kg 13 A 13 A

Cupboard Dry* 1400 (approx. 50 %) 95 3.50

1000 (approx. 60 %) 118 4.20 800 (approx. 70 %) 135 4.79

Iron Dry* 1400 (approx. 50 %) 67 2.37

1000 (approx. 60 %) 90 3.15 800 (approx. 70 %) 107 3.84

I Easy-Care 3.5 kg

Cupboard Dry* 800 (approx. 40 %) 37 1.18

600 (approx. 50 %) 44 1.48 *Test program according to DIN EN 61121. **The values may differ from the those specified depending on the type of fabric, mixture of laundry to be dried, residual moisture in the fabric and loading capacity.

Drum interior light (depending on model) (bulb E14, 25 W)

The drum is illuminated after the door is opened or closed, and also after the programme is started. It goes out automatically. Replacing the bulb

Page 10.

Optional accessories (order from the after-sales service using the order number)

Exhaust air set (depending on model)

The exhaust air is conveyed directly via a hose.

Washer-dryer stack connection set

The dryer can be placed on top of a suitable washing machine with the same width and depth to save space. This connection set must always be used to secure the dryer to the washing machine. With pull-out worktop: WTZ 11300

Installation underneath the worktop

Risk of electric shock!

Instead of the appliance covering plate, you must have a metal cover fitted by an expert.

Platform

For better loading and unloading. The basket contained in the drawer can be used to carry the laundry.

WTZ 1130

WTZ 11310

WTZ 10290

WMZ 20460

What to do if ...

If you cannot rectify a fault yourself, please contact our after-sales service. We will always fin d an appropriate solution and will avoid unnecessary visits by engineers. Tru st the expertise of the manufacturer and rest as sured that the repair will be carrie d out by trained service technicians using original spare parts. The contact details of your local after-sales service can be found in the enclosed after-s ales service directory, or by calling one of these numbers: – GB 0844 8928979 (Calls fro m a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence per minute.

A call set-up fee of up to 6 pen ce may apply.) – IE 01450 2655 When contacting the after-sales service, please quote the appliance 's product number (E no.) and production number (FD) (see the inside of the door). Set the programme selector t o Off and remove the appliance plug from the socket.

The Start/Stop indicator

lamp does not light up.

Mains plug plugged in? Programme selected?

The Filter/Venting Hose and

Start/Stop indicator lights

are flashing.

Clean the fluff filter apage 4

Exhaust air duct blocked or k nicked? a

Clean the exhaust air duct a pa ge 6.

If necessary, clean the insect screen on the exhaust air pipe.

Dryer does not start.  Start/Stop button selected?

Door closed? Programme set?

The door opens by itself and/or the Door indicator light is lit.

Push the door closed until you hear it engage.

Programme terminated shortly after starting.

Ambient temperature higher than 5 °C?

Water is running out. Align dryer horizontally.

The required degree of dryness was not achieved or the drying time was too long.

Clean the fluff filter apage 4. Ambient temperature higher t han 35 °C

airing.

Was an unsuitable programme selected?

page 7.

Has the dryer been installed with sufficient space on all sides? Ensure that air can circulate.

Power failure a restart dryer.

Fine layer of scale on the moist ure sensors

Clean the

moisture sensors

page 6.

Laundry damp. U se the next drying programm e up or use the timer

programme as a supplement

Page 7.

Warm laundry feels damper th an it really is!

The moisture content of the room has increased significantly.

Make sure the room is sufficie ntly ventilated.

One or more indicator lights for programme status are flashing.

Clean the fluff filter apage 4. Check installation conditions

page 8.

Exhaust air duct blocked or k nicked? a

Clean the exhaust air duct a pa ge 6.

If necessary, clean the insect screen on the exhaust air pipe. Switch off, leave to cool down, s witch on again, restart programme.

Mains failure. Remove laundry from the dryer immediately and spread out.

This allows the heat to dissipate .

The interior light is not working (depending on model).

Pull out the appliance plug, re move the cover cap in the interior above the door (use Torx 20 screw driver) and replace the bulb. Close the cover cap. Never operate the dryer witho ut a cover cap.

Condensation in the exhaust air duct.

Exhaust air duct too long? Chec k the maximum exhaust air

duct length. Further information aInstallation instructions

for exhaust air duct.

Safety instructions

Emergency

– Pull the appliance plug out of the socket immediately or disconnect the fuse.

ONLY use the dryer...

– In rooms inside the house. – To dry fabrics.

The dryer must NEVER...

– Be used for other purposes than those described above. – Be modified in terms of its technology or attributes.

Dangers

– The dryer must not be used by children or persons who have not been

instructed in its use. – Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer. – Keep pets away from the dryer. – Remove all objects from pockets.

Make especially sure that cigarette lighters are removed as they constitute an

explosion hazard.

– Do not lean or sit on the door

risk of tipping.

– Open the door with care. Hot steam may escape.

Installation

– Secure loose cables a tripping hazard. – Do not operate the dryer if there is a risk of frost. – The safety information in the separate installation instructions for the exhaust

air duct must be observed without fail.

Mains connection

– Connect the dryer according to specifications to an AC earthed socket, as

otherwise it cannot be guaranteed that the appliance is completely safe. – The cable cross-section must be sufficient.

– Only use earth-leakage circuit breakers with the following symbol: – The appliance plug and socket must be compatible. – Do not use multiple plugs/couplings and/or extension cables. – Do not hold the appliance plug with wet hands a risk of electric shock. – Never pull the appliance plug out of the socket by its cable. – Do not damage the mains lead

risk of electric shock.

Operation

– Only load the drum with laundry.

Check the contents before you switch the dryer on. – Do not use the dryer if the laundry has been in contact with solvents, oil, wax,

grease or paint (e.g. hair setting spray, nail polish remover, stain remover,

cleaning solvent, etc.)

fire/explosion hazard.

– Dust (e.g. coal dust, flour) poses a danger: do not use the dryer

a

explosion hazard.

– Do not put laundry containing foamed material/rubber in the dryer

elastic material may be destroyed and the dryer may be damaged due to possible deformation of the foamed material.

– Switch off the dryer once the programme has ended.

Defect

– Do not use the dryer if it is defective or if you suspect it is.

Repairs must only be carried out by the after-sales service.

– Do not use the dryer if the mains cable is defective. To avoid danger, only

have the defective mains cable replaced by the after-sales service.

– Always pull the mains plug out of the socket before changing the bulb for the

interior light

risk of electric shock.

Spare parts

– Only use genuine spare parts and accessories for safety reasons.

Disposal

– Dryer: pull out the appliance plug, then cut off the mains cable from the

appliance. Dispose of at municipal waste disposal facility.

– Packaging: do not leave children alone with packing parts

risk of suffocation.

– All materials are environmentally sound and can be reused. Dispose of in an

environmentally-responsible manner.

Dryer

en Instruction manual

1 2

ˎh:min



End of programme in 1*-24 hours (Pre ss button several times if required) (*depending on the selected programme, e.g. durat ion

1:54h a 2h. Can always be selected to the next full hour.

... and adapt to individual requirements

Never start the dryer if it is damaged! Inform your after-sales service.

Inspecting the

Sorting and loading laundry

Remove all items from pockets. Check for cigarette lighters. The drum must be empty prior to loading.

See programme overview on page 7. See also separate instructions for “Woollens basket (depending on model)

Your new dryer

Disposal in an environmentally-responsible manner

Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-responsible manner. This appliance is labelled in accordance with the European guideline

2002/96/EG on waste electrical and electronic

equipment - WEEE. The guideline provides an EU-wide framework for the return and recycling of old appliances.

For further information about our products, accessories, spare parts and services, please visit: www.bosch-home.com

Intended use

Preparing for installation, see Page 8

Selecting and adjusting the programme

ʋfor domestic use only,

ʋonly to be used for drying fabrics that have been

washed with water.

Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer. Keep pets away from the dryer.

Select the drying programme ...

Press the 

Make sure your hands are dry. Hold the plug only.

Connecting the

All buttons are sensitive and only need to be touched lightly.

Only operate the dryer with the fluff filter inserted!

Contents Page

ʋPreparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

ʋSetting the programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

ʋDrying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4

ʋInformation on laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

ʋCare and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

ʋProgramme overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

ʋInstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

ʋFrost protection/transport . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

ʋTechnical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

ʋOptional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

ʋWhat to do if... / After-sales service. . . . 10

ʋSafety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Additional

functions