Bosch WTXD5321CN, WTXD5321US User Manual

ultraSense™ Electric Dryers

Operating, Care and Installation Instructions

Model: WTXD5321US, WTXD5321CN

Please read instructions before using.

Important: Save these instructions.

ultraSense™ Seche-linges Électriques

Notice d’utilisation, de maintenance et d’installation

Modèle: WTXD5321US, WTXD5321CN

Merci de lire les instructions avant utilisation.

Important: Conserver ces instructions.

ultraSense™ Secadores a Eléctrica

Operación, cuidado y instrucciones para la instalación

Modelo: WTXD5321US, WTXD5321CN

Por favor lee los instrucciones antes del uso.

Importante: Guarda esos instrucciones.

Table				of		Contents
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .											3. . . . .
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . .							.	. . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		3. . . . .
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .							.	. . . .	.	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4. . . . . .	. . . .
INSTALLATION				INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . .			. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .				5. . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .											5. . . . . .	. . . .
Information concerning waste disposal. . . . . . . . . . .							.	. . . . .	.	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5. . . . . .		. . .
Before	installing				the dryer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		.	. . . . .	.	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5. . . . . .		. . . .
Electrical			connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .				.	. . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		6. . . . . .	. . . .
Exhaust air connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .									.	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6. . . . . . .		. . .
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .											8. . . . . . .	. . .
Installation			p	step by step. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .			.	. . . . .	.	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9. . . . . . .		. . .
Check list before using the dryer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9. . . . . . .												. . .
Preparing to transport the dryer p step by. .step. . . . . .							.	. . . . .	.	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9. . . . . .
OPERATING			INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .				. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10. . . . . .
Your new dryer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10. . . . . . . .												. . .
Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .							. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11. . . . . .					. .
Summary		of instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .					. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12. . . . . .
Safety information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .							. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13. . . . .
Before	switching				on the	dryer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	. . . . .	.	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13. . . . . . . .		. . .
Using the dryer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13. . . . . . . .												. . .
Protecting the dryer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13. . . . . . . .												. . .
Protection		of the			environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13. . . . . .
Before using the dryer for the first. .time. . . . . . . . .							.	. . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13. . . . .
Temporary		disconnection				of the dryer. . . . . . . . . . .	.	. . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13. . . . .
Laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .							. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13. . . . . . . .					.
Identification				of fabrics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .			.	. . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13. . . . . . . .			. . .
Drying tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13. . . . . . . .												. .
Program	selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .						. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14. . . . .
Automatic programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14. . . . . . . .												. . .
Time programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14. . . . . . . .												. . .
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .							.	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14. . . . . . . .				.
Indicator		of		program sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .			.	. . . .	.	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14. . . . . . . .		. . .

Program selection table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15. . . . .

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15. . . . . . . . . .

Using the dryer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15. . . . . . . . . . .

Using the dryer rack (Optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16. . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning and care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17. . . . .

Cleaning the dryer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17. . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning the lint filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18. . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning the exhaust duct. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18. . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning the moisture sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18. . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning the bearing shield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18. . . . . . . . . . .

Change the light bulb. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18. . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19. . . . . . . . . .

SERVICE and REPAIR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20. . . . . . . . . . .

STATEMENT OF WARRANTIES SIEMENS CLOTHES DRYERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20. . . . .

Exclusions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20. . . . . . . . . .

2

19. Do not sit on top of the dryer.

3

Congratulations on having selected a

-

Exceptionally quiet

operation

Siemens

clothes

dryer, the

choice

of

-

Sensor

controlled

auto

cycles

Definitions

those that demand exceptional drying

-

Timed

cycles

performance

and

care from

their

minutes

clothes

dryer.

20,

40

and 60

This

dryer

complies

with

Each dryer

which

leaves

our factory

d

WARNING

d

UL 2158/CAN/CSA-C22.2

No.

has

undergone

a

thorough

112-97

Clothes

Dryers

performance test and is in full working

WARNING -

This

indicates

that

A distinctive

feature

of

your

dryer

condition.

If

you

have

any

questions

is low

death

or

serious

injuries

may

energy

consumption.

especially concerning installation of the

occur

as

a

result

of

An

easy

operation philosophy,

a variety

dryer -

our

customer

service team

will

be happy to advise you.

nonoobservance

of

this

warning.

of customized drying programs and a

Further

information and

a

selection

of

solid touch and feel make this

CAUTION

appliance a userofriendly assistant in

our products can be found on our webd

d

your

household.

site:

The Siemens dryer offers the following

www.siemens-home.com

CAUTIONThis indicates that

standard

features:

Information

injuries may occur as a result

of

-

High

efficiency precision

drying

Please read and follow these operating

nonoobservance

of

this

warning.

system

and installation instructions and all

-

Large

6.4

cu.ft.

(181 l)

stainless

other information enclosed with the

CAUTION

steel drum with a capacity up to

dryer.

17.6

lbs

(8

kg)

CAUTION -

This

indicates

that

-

Large

port

hole

(18"/457

mm),

damage

may

occur

as

a

result

of

door

lock

with automatic

drum

nonoobservance

of

this

warning.

stop

function

i

This

symbol

is

used

to

draw the

user's

attention

to

important

matters.

d IMPORTANT

SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

5.

Before the appliance is removed

of lint, dust and dirt. An obstructed

d

WARNING

d

from service or discarded, remove

port might reduce the airflow.

the door to the drying

14.

The

interior

of

the

machine

and

To reduce the risk of fire, electric

compartment.

exhaust duct should be cleaned

shock, serious injury or death to

6.

Do

not

reach

into the

appliance if

periodically

by

qualified

service

persons and /or damage when

the

drum

is

rotating.

personnel.

using

your

dryer,

follow

basic

7.

Do

not

install

or

store

this

15.

Always

be

sure

to unplug

the

dryer

precautions,

including

the

appliance where

it

will

be exposed

from the electrical

supply

before

following.

to

the

weather.

attempting

any

service.

8.

Do

not

tamper

with

the controls.

Disconnect

the

power

cord

by

1.

Read

all

instructions

before

using

9.

Do

not

repair or replace any part

of

grasping

the

plug,

not

the

cord.

the dryer. Siemens dryers are

the appliance or attempt any

16.

Store

all laundry

chemicals

and

provided with Operating, Care and

service

unless

specifically

aids

in

a

cool

dry

place

according

Installation

Instructions.

recommended

in

the

to the

manufaco

2.

Do not dry articles that have been

useromaintenance

instructions

or

turer's instructions in an area

previously

cleaned, washed,

in published user

repair

17.

where children cannot reach them.

soaked, or spotted with gasoline,

instructions

that

you

understand

To

reduce

the

risk

of

fire,

clothes,

dry

cleaning

solvents, other

and

have

the

skills

to

carry

out.

cleaning

rags,

mop

heads

and

the

flammable,

or

explosive

10.

Do not use fabric softeners or

like which have traces of any

substances as they give off vapors

products to eliminate static unless

flammable

substance,

such

as

that

could

ignite

or

explode.

recommended

by

the

fabric

vegetable oil, cooking

oil,

3.

Do

not

allow

children to

play

on

or

manufacturer.

petroleum based oils or distillates,

with

the

appliance.

Close

11.

Do

not

use heat

to

dry articles

waxes, fats, etc., must not be

supervision

of

children

is

containing

foam

rubber

(may

be

placed

in

the

dryer.

These

items

may

contain

some

flammable

necessary

when

the

appliance

is

labeled

latex

foam)

or

similarly

substance(s)

even

after

washing,

used

near

children.

textured

rubberolike

materials.

which

may

smoke

or

catch

fire

by

4.

When

children become

old

Foam

rubber

materials

can

ignite

itself.

enough

to

operate

the

appliance,

it

by

spontaneous

combustion.

18.

Do

not

place

items

exposed

to

is

the

legal

responsibility

of the

12.

Clean

lint

screen

before or

after

parents

or

legal

guardians

to

each

load.

cooking

oils

in

your

dryer.

Items

contaminated

with

cooking

oils

ensure

that

they

are instructed

in

13.

Keep

area

around

the

exhaust

may

contribute

to

a

chemical

safe

practices by qualified

opening

and

adjacent

surrounding

reaction

that

could

cause

a

load to

persons.

areas

free

from

the

accumulation

catch

fire.

20. To reduce the risk of fire or

GROUNDING

electrical shock, DO NOT use an

extension cord or an adapter to

INSTRUCTIONS

connect the dryer to the electrical

This appliance must be grounded. In

power

supply.

the event of malfunction or breakdown,

21. The dryer must only be used for

groundingits will reduce the risk of electric

intended purpose.

shock

by

providing

a

path

of least

22. Always

check

pockets and

remove resistance

for

the

electric

current.

any objects. Cigarette lighters are

For

U.S.A.

particularly

hazardous.

Your dryer comes without a power

23. Replace

worn

out

power

cords

supply cord.The power cord must

and/or

loose

plugs.

meet

the

following

requirements:

24. Do

not

operate the dryer if any

-

UL

listed

in

the

USA

guards

and/or

panels

have

been

-

208

p 240

volt

rated (minimum)

removed.

-

30

amps

25. Do

not

operate

the

dryer if

any

-

Type

SRDT

or

DRT (UL 2158)

parts are missing or broken.

26. Do

not

bypass any safety devices. -

Five

feet

long

(minimum)

27. Do

not

use a plastic or nonometalFor

CANADA

flexible

duct with

this dryer.

PlasticThis

appliance is equipped with a cord

or nonometal flexible duct are a

having

an

equipmentogrounding

potential fire hazard.

conductor and a grounding plug.

28. Do

not

operate this dryer until youThe

plug must be plugged into an

are

sure

that

the

dryer

has been

appropriate outlet that is properly

installed

according

to the

installed and grounded in accordance

INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

with

all

local

codes

and

ordinances.

and

that

installation and

grounding

d WARNING

d

are in compliance with all local

regulations

and/or

other

applicable

regulations

and

requirements.

Improper

connection

of

the

29. Failure

to

install,

maintain

and/or

equipment grounding

conductor

operate

the dryer

according

to

can result in a risk of electric

shock.

the manufaco

Check

with

a

qualified electrician

or

service

person

if

you

are

in doubt as

turer's

instructions

may

result in

to

whether

the

dryer

is

properly

injury

and/or damage.

grounded.

30. To

avoid

floor

damage

and

mold

DO

NOT

modify

the

plug

provided

growth,

do not

let spills

or

with

the

appliance.

If it will

not fit the

splashout

cause

standing

water

outlet,

have

a proper

outlet

installed

around

or

under

the

appliance.

by

a qualified electrician.

Notes:

KEEP

THESE

A

The

IMPORTANT

SAFEGUARDS

and

INSTRUCTIONS

FOR

WARNINGS

presented

in this

manual do not cover all

FUTURE

REFERENCE.

possible conditions

that

may

In case of change of ownership,

occur.

manual should be conveyed with the

Common

sense,

caution

and

dryer.

care must be exercised when

installing,

maintaining

or

operating

the

dryer.

BAlways contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or the manufacturer about any

problems or conditions that you do not understand.

CFollow also the Safety Information in the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS and the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

4

INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

Introduction

Before

installing

the dryer

Do not operate the dryer at

temperatures above 104°F (40°C) and

Read

these installation instructions

Unpacking

the

appliance

below 41°F (5°C). Low temperatures

completely and carefully. They will save

affect the automatic program sequence

d

CAUTION

d

you time and effort and help to

ensure

and may prolong the drying times.

optimum dryer performance. Be sure to

The installation surface for the dryer

observe

all listed

warnings

and

The

dryer

is

very

heavy. Do not

lift

must

be

clean,

level

and

firm.

Do

not

cautions.

it

by

yourself.

Do

not lift

the

appliance install

the

appliance

on

carpets!

These installation

instructions

are

the

by

projecting

components (e.g.

Compensate

for

uneven

floors

with

intended for

use

by

qualified

installers.

heightoadjustable

feet.

door)

p

due

to

risk

of

breakage.

In addition to these instructions the

Install

the

dryer and level side to side

dryer must be installed in accordance

and front to back. Use a bubble level.

CAUTION

with

all

local

codes

or,

in

the

absence

Never

remove the heightoadjustable

of

a

local

code:

feet!

-

In

theU.S.A.,

in

accordance

with

Remove

the

appliance packaging

The size of the installation area

the

National

Electric

Code,

carefully to prevent damage to the

depends on the dimensions of the

ANSI/NFPA70

p

latest

surfaces.

dryer. Ensure that there is adequate

edition/State

and

Municipal

codes

room

for

the swivel

range

of

the

door!

Check

the dryer

for

transportation

and/or

local

codes.

damage.

Do

not

connect

a

dryer which

-

In Canada, in

accordance

with

the

is visibly

damaged.

If

in

doubt, contact

Canadian

Electric

Code

C22.1

p

your

dealer.

latest

edition/Provincial

and

Supplied

components

Municipal

codes

and/or

local

For

U.S.A.

codes.

Information

concerning

d

CAUTION

d

waste

disposal

The

dryer

is

supplied

without

Disposal

of

the

packaging

a power

cord. The power cord

must

be connected by qualified persons

only.

d

WARNING

d

Keep children away from shipping

CAUTION

carton

and

packaging

components.

Danger of suffocation

from

plastic

After

removing the

packaging,

foil

and

folding

cartons.

immediately

remove

any

objects

Dimension

Weight

All

packaging

materials

are

from

the

drum.

environmentally friendly and can be

The dryer is delivered as a complete

a

27.0"

(686

mm)

125

lbs

reused.

Please dispose

of

packaging inunit.

The

operating

instructions and

b

31.8"

(808

mm)

(56

kg)

an

environmentally

friendly

manner.

supplied

accessories

can

be

found in

with

Please

ask your

dealer

or

inquire

at

the

drum.

c

37.2"

(945

mm)

packaging

your local authority about the current

Installation

location

143

lbs

means

of

disposal.

d

19.7"

(500

mm)/

Disposal

of

the

old

appliance

d

WARNING

d

angle

170 - 180°

(64

kg)

If installing the

dryer

in

a

closet,

observ

Do

not

install

the

dryer:

d

WARNING

d

the minimum distances according to

-

outdoors

the

following

table:

-

in

an

environment

with

dripping

Minimum

Installation

Clearances

If

appliance

is

no

longer

usable,

pull

water,

Closet

out

main

plug,

cut

off power

cord

-

near

flammable

materials,

and

discard

with

main

plug.

Sides

0"

(O mm)

-

in

rooms which are at risk of

frost,

To prevent children from locking

-

in

rooms which may contain

gas

Top

12"

(3O5 mm)

themselves in the appliance, remove

or

other

fuels,

the

door.

-

in

cupboards

with

lockable doors

Rear*

0"

(O mm)

Old appliances are not worthless

or

in

alcoves.

*as close to wall as venting will allow

rubbish! Valuable raw materials can be

reclaimed

from environmentally

friendly

The installation room must be well

Important

information

concerning

recycling.

ventilated, otherwise the dryer will

minimum

distances:

Please

ask your

dealer

or

inquire

at

operate

below

optimum performance.

-

Depending

on the location

of

the

your local authority about the current

exhaust

air

connection, an

means

of

disposal.

additional

minimum distance of

5

The Siemens dryer requires a 4owire receptacle.

6

Nm) so that the ground conductor is held securely in place.

Your dryer comes with a power supply cord, CSA listed in Canada.

5½ inch (14 cm) must be provided on this side for pipes/brackets (see page 7).

-Distances above the indicated

minimum

dimensions

reduce the

1

risk of mold formation behind the

appliance.

2

- Additional distances reduce noise

transmission.

- Additional

distances

facilitate

installation

and service.

3

- If the dryer is installed in a small

room, the

doors of the room mustWhen

installing the receptacle for the

be fitted with vents of a specified dryer

cord, ensure that the power

minimum

size.

supply

cord

is

accessible

when

the

1

-

terminal

block

dryer

is in the

installed position.

2

-

grounding

strap

The power cord should only be

replaced by

a qualified person.

Use a

3

-

Angle bracket for

strain relief clamp

4owire

power

supply

cord

(see

2. Loosen the bottom screw of the

electrical connection

U.S.A.

below).

grounding strap.

Place the screw

For

U.S.A.

to the GROUND

location.

Your dryer comes without a power

Straighten the grounding strap and

supply

cord.The power cord must

hang loosely.

meet

the following requirements:

-

UL listed

in

the

USA

- 208 p 240 volt rated (minimum)

-30 amps

- Type SRDT or DRT (UL 2158)

-Five feet long (minimum)

d

WARNING

d

3. Fix the

strain

relief

clamp

to the

Power

cord

must

be connected

by a

licensed

electrician

only.

angle bracket.

Tighten

the

nut.

Use only a U.L. approved

30 amp

power cord with strain relief clamp -

note

manufacturer's

instructions.

Do

not

plug end

of

power

cord into

a live receptacle before connecting

The

dryer

door is

delivered

with hinges

power cord to appliance terminals

on the right. If required,

the

door

and

closing

junction/splitter box

as

hinges

can

be switched

to

the

left

side.

described

below.

If the door hinges are to be changed

Do not reuse old power cord. Cord

over,

please

contact

your

dealer or

our

must have closed loop or upturned

customer

serviceoteam

(see page 20)

end

wire

terminating

connectors.

Do not make a sharp bend or crimp

Electrical

connection

wiring/conductor

at

connections.

Only

a

4oconductor

cord

shall

4. Loosen

the

2 screws labeledL and

be used

when

the

appliance

is

d

WARNING

d

installed

in

a

mobile

home,

in

a

the screw labeledN in the terminal

recreational vehicle, in a new branch

block. and the screw of the

Power cord must be connected

by a

circuit installation

or

an

area where

GROUND

terminal.

qualified

person

only.

the

local

codes

do

not

permit

5. Thread

the

4 wire cable through th

Connect

to

individual Branch

grounding

through

the neutral.

U.L. strain

relief

clamp.

Circuit.

Connecting

4Wwire

power

supply

6. Tighten

the

screws

(2.5 Nm) of

the

Do

not use

an

adapter.

U.L. strain

relief

clamp

so

that

the

cord

Do

not

use

an

extension cord.

power

cord

cannot

be

moved.

1. Remove

the

screws from

the

cover

Do

not

remove

ground

prong.

7. Attach

the

power

cord

ground

of the

terminal

block

located

at the

conductor

(green)

to

the GROUND

For

CANADA

top

rear

of

the

appliance.

terminal.

Tighten

the

screw

(2.5

8.

Attach

the

2

power

cord

outer

Exhaust

air

connection

conductors (red and black) to the 2

terminals labeled L and the

d

WARNING

d

remaining

power

cord

conductor

(white)

to

the

terminal

labeled

N.

9.

Tighten

all

3 screws

(3

Nm) so that

1. To

reduce

the

risk

of

fire,

this

drye

the

power

conductors

are

held

MUST

BE

EXHAUSTED

securely

in

place .

OUTDOORS.

2. To

reduce

the

risk

of

fire,

do

not

use

the

ductwork

longer

than

recommended.

3. DO NOT use a plastic or

9. Check

the

U.L.

strain relief

clamp

nonometal

duct

with

this

dryer.

4. DO NOT use a duct smaller than

to make sure that it is tight and

inches

in

diameter.

cannot

be

turned.

5. DO

NOT

use exhaust

hoods with

10. Replace

the

cover

on

the terminal

magnetic

latches.

block

and fasten

in

place.

6. DO

NOT

exhaust the dryer into a

i

10.

Check

the

U.L.

strain

relief clamp

Make

sure

that

the

U.L. strain

relief

chimney,

furnace cold

air

duct,

clamp

is

outside

the cover!

attic, crawl space, or any other

to

make

sure

that

it is tight

and

Additional

grounding

procedure

ductwork

used

for

venting.

cannot

be

turned.

7. DO

NOT

install

a

flexible

duct

in a

11.

Replace

the cover

on

the

terminal

enclosed

wall, ceiling

or

floor.

block

and

fasten

in

place.

-

Some

local

regulations

may

8. DO

NOT

crush or kink the duct.

require

a

separate

ground.

In such

i

Make

sure

that the U.L. strain relief

cases,

the

required

accessory

9. Do

clean

and inspect

the

exhaust

clamp is outside the cover!

ground wire, clamp and screw

system on a regular basis; at least

The appliance is now ready to be

must be

purchased

separately.

once

a

year.

plugged into the 4owire receptacle

of

-

Never

ground

the

dryer

to

plastic

10. The

exhaust

duct

must terminate

the

power

rating.

plumbing lines, gas lines or water

in a

manner

to

prevent

back drafts

Connecting

3Wwire

power

supply

pipes.

or

entry

of

birds

or

other

wildlife.

cord

Grounding

instruction

The

Siemens

dryers

are

intended to

be

1.

Remove the screws

from

the

coverThis

appliance must

be

grounded.

In

vented outdoors.

To

prevent

buildoup

of

the

terminal block located

at the

top

rear

of

the

appliance.

the event of a malfunction or

of moisture and accumulation of lint

2.

breakdown, grounding will reduce the

indoors, as well as to maintain

Make

sure

that

there

is

risk of electric shock by

providing

a

maximum

drying

efficiency,

it

is

a grounding

strap.

path of least resistance for the electricrecommended

that the

dryer

is

vented

3.

Fix

the

strain

relief

clamp

to

the

current.

outdoors.

angle

bracket.

Tighten

the

nut.

For Canada the dryer comes with a

Exhaust

air

outlet

on

the

dryer

4.

Loosen

the

2

screws

labeledL and

cord

which

has

an

equipment

The

dryer

is

delivered

with an

exhaust

grounding conductor and a grounding

the screw labeledN in the terminal

plug. The

plug

must

be

plugged into

airn

outlet

on

the

rear

of

the

appliance.

block.

appropriate

outlet

which

has been

To

take

account

of

the

spatial

5.

Thread

the

3owire

cable through

properly installed and grounded in

requirements

and

an existing

exhaust

the

U.L.

strain relief

clamp.

6.

accordance with all local regulations

air system, the following connection

Tighten

the

screws

(2.5 Nm)

on

theand

ordinances.

options are possible for the exhaust air

U.L. strain relief clamp so that the

outlet:

power

cord

cannot

be

moved.

-

on

right

side

of the

appliance,

7.

d

WARNING

d

Attach

the

2

power

cord

outer

-

on

the

underside

of

the

appliance.

conductors (red and black) to the

2

terminals labeled L and the

Improper

connection

of

the

remaining

power

cord

conductor

equipment

grounding

conductor

(white)

to

the

terminal

labeled

N.

may

result

in

electric

shock.

8.

Tighten

all

3 screws

(3

Nm) so that

Have

the

appliance

checked

by

the power conductors are held in

a qualified

electrician

or

service

place

securely.

technician

if

you

are

in

doubt

as

to whether the dryer has been

properly

grounded.

2

3

1

1 Y Exhaust air outlet on the rear of the

appliance

(standard)

7

is four!

cm) above ground level or any other obstructing surface.

part no.WZ20370 To avoid exhaust restriction, the outlet Note:

must be a minimum of 12 inches (30 The maximum permitted number of 90° elbows (including this side exhaust kit)

exhaust vent hood with magnetic latches.

Exhaust vent hood

The exhaust duct must end with an approved exhaust vent hood with swing out damper(s). DO NOTuse an

2

Y

Exhaust

air outlet

on

the

side (optional) Whether

connecting

to

an

existing

Required

parts

3

Y

Exhaust air outlet

on

the

underside of

venting

system

or

a new

venting

The parts required for the exhaust air

the

appliance

(optional)

system,

make

sure

that

all

ducting

is

system

(elbows,

lines, exhaust air

clean and

free

of

lint.

outlets)

are

not

included in standard

The

Special exhaust air

connections must

maximum permitted length for both

of

the

dryer.

rigid

and flexible metal

duct is

shown

delivery

be obtained from your dealer or part

in

supplier

for

either

connection

type (see the

table

below.

page 8).

exhaust

kit

Number

of

Rigid

Duct

Flexible

Duct

Accessories

-

Side

90°

Turns

-

Bottom

exhaust

kit

or Elbows

The parts required for the exhaust air

A

qualified

technician should

change

0

66

ft.

45

ft.

the

exhaust

air outlet to the optional

system can be obtained from customer

connection

location.

(2011

cm)

(1372

cm)

service or your local dealer. Please

Ductwork

1

56

ft.

36

ft.

follow

the

installation instructions

supplied

by the

appropriate

(1707

cm)

(1097 cm)

manufacturer!

2

48

ft.

29

ft.

Side

exhaust

kit

(1463

cm)

(884 cm)

3

39

ft.

22

ft.

(1189

cm)

(671 cm)

4

30

ft.

16

ft.

(914

cm)

(488 cm)

Note:

Side and bottom exhaust installations

To

ensure optimum

performance, the

have a

90° turn

inside

the

dryer. To

determine

maximum exhaust

length,

ducting system of

the dryer should beadd

one 90°

turn

to the

chart.

as short as possible with a minimum

More than

two °90turns

are

not

part

no.WZ20365

number

of elbows.

Your dryer will work

For

best

performance,

recommended.

best

when

the venting system has as

separate

all turns by at least

4 ft.

of Note:

permitted number of

90°

few

air

flow restrictions

as

possible.

straight

duct,

including

distance

The

maximum

Exhaust ducting which is longer than

elbows

(including

this side exhaust

kit)

between

last

turn

and

exhaust

hood.

recommended may extend drying time,

is four!

cause lint to accumulate and affect

i

Special

tool

for cutting the hole in

dryer performance and dryer lifeotime.

Fouroinch (approx. 100 mm) diameter

prepared side panel is required.

ducting should be used. Use either

Contact

local

dealer!

rigid metal or flexible metal ducting

Bottom

exhaust kit

material.

DO

NOTuse

plastic

or

nonometal duct

with this dryer.

DO NOT assemble the ductwork with screws or fasteners that extend into the duct. They will serve as an accumulation point for lint.

Joints should be secured with aluminum tape.

All joints should	be tight to avoid leaks
The male end of each duct section
must point away	from the dryer.

8

Check list before using the dryer

1. Check that steps 1-12 have been implemented properly.

2. Ensure that the dryer is connected to the power supply.

3. Read the operating instructions to understand how your dryer operates.

4. Conduct an appliance test:

q Check that the drum is empty. q Close the dryer door.

q Switch the dryer to "extra dry" and then press the Start button.

q After 3-5 minutes press the Stop button and open the door.

5. If the interior of the dryer feels warm, the dryer has been connected properly.

Switch the dryer to "off".

Dryer rack

10. Position and then level the .dryer

part no.WZ20390

Use the dryer rack to dry washable woolen textiles (e.g. sweaters) and shoes.

Left hinge kit

part no.WZ20360

The door catch can be reversed if necessary. The door is hinged on the right at the factory.

Pedestal Mounting

If mounting the dryer on the Siemens pedestal (accessory no.

WZ 20395) follow the instructions supplied with the pedestal.

Installation			X step by step
1.	Unpack	the	dryer.
2.	Remove	all	objects from the drum.

3.Check the dryer for visible damage.

4.Position the dryer near the installation location.

5. If	required, change the door hinges
to	the left (see page 6).

6.If required, have customer service install the exhaust air outlet on the

dryer	(see	page 7).
7. Have	the	power supply cord fitted
by an authorized technician (see
page	6).

8.Install exhaust duct if necessary. Follow the installation instructions supplied by the appropriate manufacturer!

iIf space is very restricted, it is

	recommended to		fit	the initial		parts
	of the exhaust duct to the dryer
	before the dryer		is	moved	to	its
	final	installation location.
9. Move		the dryer	to	its final	location
	and	align.

6.

If the

dryer does not work, switch

the

dryer

to

"off".

Look in

the

troubleshooting

The

dryer should be

level

with all

section

(page

40) of

the

four feet firmly on the ground. The

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

and

dryer

must

not

wobble. If the

dryer

find

the

fault.

is not level

or

if it

does

wobble,

the

to

transport

the

feet must be adjusted. Adjust the

Preparing

heightoadjustable

feet

until

the

dryer

X

step

by step

dryer

does

not

rock

and

is

level,

1.

Rotate

the program

selector

both

frontotooback and

to "off".

sideotooside.

2.

Pull

out

the

power

supply

plug.

11. Connect

the exhaust

duct

to

the

3.

Disconnect the

exhaust duct from

exhaust

air

outlet on

the

dryer.

the

exhaust

air outlet on the dryer.

12. Insert

plug

into

the

wall receptacle. 4. Place

any accessories in the drum.

5.

Close

the door and secure with

adhesive

tape.

6.

Screw

the heightoadjustable

feet of

the dryer into the housing to

prevent them from being damaged

during

transportation.

CAUTION

Do not slide dryer across the floor if heightoadjustable feet have been extended. Feet and/or dryer base may be damaged if dryer is slid across floor with heightoadjustable

feet extended.

9

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Your new dryer

Open the door .... (colored marking)

....and close the door.

Lint filter

10

Panel

start/stop button				Buttons for options(in addition to the program if
Starts, interrupts and ends the drying		process.		required). See page 14.
				delicates low temp.
				Press for	temperatureosensitive textiles
				(e.g. acrylic	fibers). The temperature of the drying
				process is reduced, the drying time is extended
				correspondingly.
				signal
				An acoustic signal indicates the end of the
				program.

Display

Indicates the estimated remaining time of programs.

Indicator light (LED)

Serves as a reminder to clean the lint filter.

	Program	selector
	Selects a program. See page 14
	Can be	rotated in	both direction
	To switch off the dryer, rotate t
	program	selector to	"off".
Indicator	lights (LED)
Indicate the current state of
the drying	process.

11

Summary of instructions

Selecting a program	Using	the	dryer rack
	(Option,	see	page 8)

d	CAUTION		d
Before using your dryer read				and
follow	all	installation and
operating		instructions.
					Choose an option
Preparing the dryer

iCheck the lint filter. The filter

should be cleaned before and after every drying process.

...and start the dryer. Switch off the dryer

12

Do not climb on the dryer.

Do

not

lean or

sit

on

the

door.

5. Wipe

the inside of the drum with

Safety

information

Risk

of

dryer

tipping

over!

damp cloth.

Do not store or use solvent detergent

6. Conduct

an

appliance

test,

see

boosters

or stain

remover

in

the

vicinity

page

9.

of

the dryer.

7. If the dryer

does not

work,

switch

The

dryer

could

be

damaged.

the dryer

to

"off".

d

WARNING

d

Do

not

lift

the

dryer by

projecting

Look

in

the

troubleshooting

components.

section

(page

19) of

the

operating

Risk

of

breakage!

Always

follow

the

IMPORTANT

instructions and

find

the

fault.

SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

(see

page

3).

Protection

of the

Temporary

d

WARNING

d

environment

disconnection

of

TO

AVOID

HAZARD!

Tips

on

saving

energy

the

dryer

EXPLOSION

To save energy, money and time,

Keep flammable

materials

and

Operate

your

dryer

only

when you are

vapors,

such as gasoline, away

from Siemens

recommends the

following:

at home. If you intend going on

the

dryer.

-

Drain

the

laundry

thoroughly!

vacation

or

are

not

using

your

dryer

fo

Do

not

dry anything that has ever

Before drying, spin the laundry

an extended period of time, you

had anything flammable on it (even

thoroughly

in

the washing

should:

after

washing).

machine. Use the highest possible

1. Turn

off

the

circuit breaker.

Do

not

dry anything that has ever

spin

speed

for

the

type

of

laundry! 2. Pull

out the power supply plug if

had any type of oil on it (including

Higher spin speeds reduce the

possible.

cooking

oils).

drying time and the energy

3. Clean the lint

filter.

Items containing foam, rubber or

consumption.

plastic

must

be

dried

on

-

Use

optimum

load!

a clothesoline

or

by

using

an

Use

maximum

recommended

air fluff/no

heatocycle.

Laundry

loads. However, do not exceed

Do not allow items containing

flammable

materials,

such

as

loads.

Identification

of fabrics

lighters, to remain in clothes while

-

Clean

filter!

drying.

Clean the filter before and after

Observe the treatment symbols on the

Failure

to

follow

these

each

drying

process

textile labels. They provide valuable

instructions may

result

in

(see page 18).

information

as well

as limitations

about

explosion

or

fire.

-

Ventilate the

room!

the

drying

process.

To

avoid

risk

of

death

or

During

the

drying process provide

Do

not dry

the

following

textiles

in the

injury!

an adequate

supply

of fresh

air.

dryer:

Use the dryer only in the house or

the-

Do

not dry

unsuitable

materials!

-

Airotight

textiles

(e.g. rubberized)

garage for drying normal amounts of

Do not dry rubberized or airotight

-

Delicate

fabrics

(silk,

synthetic

laundry for

the household.

items.

curtains)

Use only for drying textiles which were-

Do

clean

and

inspect

the

i

Dry

woolen

or

woolorich

textiles

washed

with water.

exhaust system

on

a

regular

with

dryer rack

only!

Before

switching

on the

basis!

Blockages

may

extend drying

i

Use

the time program •air fluff/no

dryer

time.

heat" to dry articles containing

Install

the

dryer in

accordance with the

foam

rubber

or

similarly textured

rubberolike materials.

installation

instructions

(from

page 5).

Before

using

the

Drying

tips

Do not use a dryer which is visibly

damaged. If in doubt, contact your

dryer

for

the

first

In principle, the following applies to all

dealer.

drying programs:

Using

the

dryer

time

-

To ensure a uniform drying result,

sort the laundry according to fabric

Do not leave children unsupervised

Before you

use

the

dryer

for the first

type

and

drying

program.

-

Fasten

zippers,

hooks

and eyes.

near

the

dryer.

time:

Keep pets away from the dryer. Before

1. Read these

operating

instructions

Fasten

loose

belts, apron strings,

closing the

door,

check

the

contents

of

carefully.

etc.

the drum.

2. Check

that

the

supply voltage

-

Do not

overdry

easyocare

laundry

p

Remove all objects from pockets.

corresponds

with the

voltage

risk of wrinkling! Leave laundry to

Lighters

are

particularly

hazardous.

specifications

on

the

rating plate of

dry in

the air.

Risk

of

explosion!

the

dryer,

see picture

page

20

-

Do not iron laundry immediately

Switch off the dryer at the end of the

3. Remove all

objects

from

the

drum.

after

drying.

Place the

laundry in

a

program.

4. Check

the

dryer

for

visible

pile for a short while. Residual

Protecting

the

dryer

damage. If

damages

found

moisture

will

then be

distributed

contact

your

dealer.

uniformly.

13

Program selection

For optimum drying results your dryer offers several program groups and

- Knitted

textiles

(e.g.

Toshirts,

Time

programs

run

for a

specific

time

cotton jersey laundry) often shrink

(20, 40,

60

minutes).

when

dried for

the

first time. Do

In

the

"air

fluff/no

heat"

stage the

dryer

not use the "very dry/extra dry"

runs on ambient air without a heat

program.

supply

for 20

minutes.

i

Dry

woolen

or

wool-rich textiles

with

dryer

rack

only!

Options

additional options.

Select the required drying program

from	the program table according to
the	examples (see page 15).

Automatic programs

There are automatic programs for

different types of	textiles.
(regular/cotton or permanent press).
regular/Cotton	delicates low temp.

i	If the	indicator		light	•antiWrinkle"
	illuminates		when	the	program
	selector	is	in off-Position - turn off
	the circuit breaker and call for
	customer		service!

		Press the "delicates low					temp."		button
		for		temperature sensitive			textiles.
		Observe the care information or
		symbols on the textiles. The
		temperature of the drying process is
		reduced, the drying time is extended.
		signal
		Your dryer			outputs different			signals, if
		the "signal" button is pressed.
		signal			Type
	permanent press	start				Short tone
		End				Sequence	of	short
						tones
		MalXoperation				Sequence	of	long	tones
		Warning of				Sequence	of	long	tones
		malfunction
		i		The signal
				•Warning of		malfunction" is			active
				in any	case.
	The program sequence of automatic	Indicator			of	program
	programs is controlled via sensors. Thesequence
	duration of the program depends on	The		dryer uses		an electronic scanning
	the measured degree of moisture in the
	laundry and on the selected degree ofsystem for all programs except the time
	dryness (e.g. damp dry or extra dry).	programs .			A moisture sensor
		continuously			checks the		moisture in the

Time programs

laundry. Drying ends automatically as

soon	as the selected degree of dryness
has	been	reached.
The	drum	continues to rotate at

specific intervals for one hour to prevent creasing.

The current degree of drying and the level reached during the program sequence is indicated via indicator lights (drying, damp dry, regular dry, antiWrinkle).

14

Program

selection

table

Automatic

programs

For cottons and coloreds made of cotton

or

linen.

•regular/cotton"

Press

•delicates

low

temp."

button

for

temperatureXsensitive

textiles.

Automatic

program

For

laundry,

Bed

linen,

table

linen,

towels

which

is

to

be

ironed

damp

dry

Bed

linen

and

table

linen, towels, TXshirts, sports shirts, overalls

TXshirts, sports shirts, dresses, trousers,

overalls,

underwear

Terry

towels,

kitchen

towels,

hand

towels,

bed

linen,

underwear,

cottonwhich

is

not

to

be

ironed

regular

dry

socks

Terry

towels,

kitchen

towels,

hand

towels,

bed

linen,

underwear,

cottonwhich

is

not

to

be

ironed,

thick

very

dry

socks

multiXply

Terry

bathrobes

and

terry

bed

linen,

which

is

particularly

thick

or

extra

dry

multiXply

EasyXcare

(dripXdry) laundry

made

of

synthetic and

blended

fabric,

cotton

e.g. polyester

•permanent

press"

Press

the

•delicates

low

temp."

button

for

very

temperatureXsensitive textiles.

Automatic

program

For

laundry,

Trousers, dresses, skirts, shirts, blouses, leggings, sports clothing

withwhich is

not to be ironed or

onlydamp dry

syntheticXrich

fibers,

lingerie

lightly

ironed

Shirts,

blouses,

sports

clothing

which

is

not

to

be

ironed

regular

dry

Bed

linen

and

table

linen,

track

suits,

comforters,

blankets

which

is

not

to

be

ironed,

thick

very

dry

multiXply

Time

programs

•time

dry"

PreXdried

textiles

with

low

moisture

content,

individual

small

items,

e.g.

bath

towels, bathing suits,

dish cloths.

For

the

smallest

loading

condition

from

0.22

lb

Y

0.44 lb

(i.

e.

one

small

towel), for

this

a

time

dry

program should

be

selected

Press

the

•delicates

low

temp."

button

for

temperatureXsensitive

textiles

options.

-

Cottons

and

coloreds

made

of

cotton

or

linen.

20,

40,

60

min

-

TemperatureXsensitive

textiles.

20,

40,

60

min

Freshening

or

airing

little

worn

items

of

clothing and drying of extreme sensitive

textiles.

air fluff/no

heat

For

all

textile

types

inclusive

foam

rubber

(e.g. pillows, stuffed toys), plastic

(e.g.

shower curtains,

table

clothes),

rubber

(e.g. backed

rugs),

sheer

nylon,

polypropylene.

Operation

Using the dryer

1. Open the door.	2. Check lint		filter.
	The	filter	should	be cleaned after
	and	before every drying process.
	Cleaning the filter reduces the
	drying time and			saves energy.

3.Rotate program selector to the desired program.

Select the program which corresponds to the laundry in the dryer from the program selection table (see page 15). The dryer light turns on inside the drum.

15

							Using	the	dryer rack
i	The	•start/stop" indicator light	i	The program starts with		an
	starts	flashing.		acoustic	signal (if set).		(Option,	see	page 8)
			If a standard program has been				Use the	dryer rack to dry washable
			selected, the		indicator lights	indicate
			the	progress	of the program	sequence.woolen textiles (e.g. sweaters) and
							shoes. The dryer rack remains
							stationary while the drum rotates.
							Damp wool should not be moved,			as i
							has a tendency to matt. Drying shoes
							without a	rack could damage the		drum.

CAUTION

4.If required, select the •option" by pressing the button.

The "options" are explained on page 14.

5. Place laundry in the empty drum. Put each piece of laundry into the machine separately.

i

i

Dry

only

one

item

of clothing

or

one

pair

of

shoes

- maximal

dry

load

2.2 lbs

(1

kg)!

The

laundry must

have been spun! Only dry

prewashed shoes! The laundry must

At program

end

an

acoustic signal

not

touch

the

drum! It could jam and

be

damaged.

After

using

the

dryer

is emitted (if set) and the

LED

rack, take

it

out of

the

dryer

•antiWrinkle"

illuminates.

immediately.

When the

drying

process

is

Inserting

the

dryer

rack

complete

(program or

selected

1. Open

the

dryer

door.

time program ended), the drum

2. Check

that

the

drum

is empty.

rotates at

specific intervals

for

1 hour.

This prevent the laundry from

creasing.

The laundry

remains

loose and

fluffy

until

it is

removed

The laundry should be removed

before this

time

has

elapsed.

For best results the		laundry	to be
dried must be sorted according to
type of laundry	and	desired	degree
of drying. For further information
see page 13.			3. Remove the lint filter.

iObserve drying symbols of the

laundry manufacturer. If drying woolen clothing and shoes, see the information on page 16.

Ensure	that there			is	only	laundry in	the 8.	Open	the	door.
drum.	Check		that	all	items are		9.	Take	the	laundry out of the dryer.
completely		in	the	drum.
6. Close		the	door.
The •start/stop" indicator						light
continues		flashing.

i If the door has not been closed properly, the dryer will not start.

7. Press the start• /stop" button. The •start/stop" indicator light illuminates.

10. Rotate the program selector to •off".

The dryer light goes out.

11.Clean the filter.

The filter should be cleaned after each drying process. Cleaning the filter reduces the drying time and saves energy.

12.Close the door.

4. Lift	the dryer rack horizontally into
the	drum.

16

5. Place the dryer rack so that the

catches are	inserted at the front in
the locating	holes.

6. Insert	the lint		filter.
The	lint	filter must be inserted flush
with	the	drum	edge!

Drying laundry items on the dryer rack

q Directly

on

the

dryer

rack

2. Press

the start•

/stop"

button.

The

or

•start/stop"

indicator

light

illuminates.

3. If the item of clothing still contains

residual

moisture

after

the

indicated drying

time:

q Fold the item of

clothing

so that

the damp parts are on the

outside.

q Restart the program and reduce

the

drying

duration

depending

on the degree of residual

moisture.

4. After

drying,

spread

out the

q Roll up

a

towel

and

place the

laundry

at

air

for approx.

15 min.

(shoes

for

approx.

30 min.).

heels	of	the shoes	on	the towel. 5. Remove the lint filter.
This will		ensure a	more	uniform
drying	result.

1. Fold laundry to fit the dryer rack.

3. Close the door.

Choose a time program

2.Place laundry loosely on the basket. Do not crush! Laundry must not touch the drum! Do not allow items to hang over the dryer rack!

3.Close the door.

4. Follow directions for time program on next page.

Drying

shoes

on

the

dryer

rack:

1. Prepare shoes.

q Clean shoes to prevent the drum

from becoming

soiled.

1. Rotate

program selector

to

•time

q If preparing sports shoes,

extend

dry/....

min.".

the

tongue.

-

Select

the drying time

from

the

q Loosen

or

remove shoeolaces.

following

table according to

the

laundry

type.

q Remove

insoles

and

heel pads.

Laundry type

Required

drying

time

Thin woolen pullover 80 min.

(approx. 0,8lbs/350 g)(e.g. 60 + 20

min)

Thick

woolen

pullover 90-120

min.

(approx. 1,9lbs/850 g)(e.g. 60

+

40

min)

6.Take the dryer rack out of the drum.

7. Reoinsert the lint filter.

Cleaning and care

Cleaning the dryer

d WARNING d

TO AVOID RISK

OF EXPLOSION!

Never use solvents or highly flammable liquids for cleaning.

Skirt

60-90

min.

Trousers

60-90

min.

CAUTION

Small

items

30

min.

Incorrect cleaning may damage the

(e.g.

gloves)

Shoes

30

min.

dryer. Do not spray with a

water jet.

2.

Place shoes on the rack.

Do not

use scouring agents

or

allopurpose cleaners. Do not use

steam

cleaners.

17

Wipe	the	housing and fascia with a soft
cloth and soapy water only.
Wipe	the	drum, door seal and inside of
the door		with a damp cloth only.

Cleaning			the		lint	filter
A dirty filter extends the drying time and
increases		energy		consumption.
The	filter	should		be	cleaned before		and
after	each drying process.
If a warning signal and an E01 warning
message are emitted during a drying								5. Insert	the	filter.
program,		clean		the	filter	immediately
and	check		the	exhaust		duct.		6. Close	the	door.

Cleaning the bearing shield

Over time, fluff from the drying process collects in the bearing shield.

i

The

program interrupts

Cleaning

the

exhaust

duct

automatically.

Inspect

and

clean

the

exhaust

ducting

1. Switch

off

the dryer. Program

This fluff can be easily

removed using

at

least

once a

year

to

prevent

selector

to •off".

clogging.

A

partially

clogged exhaust

your

vacuum cleaner, at

least once

a

d

CAUTION

d

can

lengthen

the

drying

time.

month.

q

Turn

off

the

circuit

breaker

Change

the

light

bulb

up q

Pull

out

power

supply plug

The inside

of the

door

heats

The

dryer

light

turns

on

inside the

dru

during

the

drying

process.

q

Disconnect the

duct

from the

when you

open

the

door.

dryer.

2. Open

the

door.

To

change

the

light

bulb:

q

Vacuum

and

reconnect the

duct.

q

Set program

selector

to •off".

Cleaning the moisture sensor

q Turn off the circuit breaker. q Pull out power supply plug.

q	Open the door and locate the	light
The moisture sensor has to be cleaned	bulb on the upper left side of	the
because a fine layer of transparent
buildup is deposited on the sensors.	seal.

3. Remove the lint filter.

This deposit can easily be removed by

Loosen the screw of the cover and

wiping

the

sensors

(the

two bars next q

to the

lint

filter)

with

a

cloth

and a little

open

the

cover.

white

vinegar.

q

Turn

bulb

counterclockwise.

Use white

vinegar

only!

Replace the bulb with a new

Clean

the

moisture

sensor

once

a

4. Remove

appliance

bulb

only (obtainable

lint by stroking your hand month.

through parts

department).

over the

filter.

The	filter should be lightly	scrubbed
twice	a year with warm soapy water.
The	filter is cleaned when	it no longer

holds water. The filter must be dried thoroughly before being replaced.

q Replace the cover and secure with the screw.

qPlug in dryer or reconnect power supply.

18

Troubleshooting

Before calling the customer service,

1. Set

program

selector

to

•off".

d

WARNING!

d

check whether you can rectify the

fault

2. Turn

off

the

circuit

breaker.

yourself

by

means

of

the following

3. Pull the mains plug out of the

TO AVOID RISK OF ELECTRICAL

table.

socket.

SHOCK

!

HAZARD!

If

a

fault

cannot

be

rectified

or

a repair

4. Call

customer

service

EXPLOSION

is

required:

(see page 20).

Repairs

or

replacement of parts

may

be carried out by authorized

technicians

only.

Problem

Possible

cause

Remedial

action

Dryer

does

not

start.

Main

plug

not inserted at all or not inserted

correcInsertly.main plug correctly.

•start/stop"

indicator

light

does

not

A

fuse

of

power

supply

has

tripped.

Replace/switch

on

fuse.

illuminate.

•start/stop"

button

not

pressed.

Press

•start/stop"

button.

No

program

selected.

Select

program.

Door

not

closed.

Close

door.

Ambient

temperature

below

°41F/5 °C.

Increase

room

temperature.

Program has been

interrupted.

Lint

filter

dirty.

Clean filter as described on page 18.

A warning

signal

is

emitted and

the

Switch

off/switch

on

again.

display

shows E:01• ".

Exhaust

air

duct

is

blocked

or

too

long.

Clean exhaust air duct. Reduce exhaust air duct

to

maximum length as described on page 8.

Switch

off/switch

on

again.

Fault

in

program

sequence

or

malfunction.

Switch

off

dryer,

leave

to

cool

down

for

30

min,

switch

on

again.

Restart

program.

The

room/cabinet

is

not

adequately

ventilated.

Provide an adequate supply of fresh air.

Switch

off/switch

on

again.

Drum

light

does

not function.

No

program

selected.

Select

program.

Light

bulb

defective, light bulb burned out.

Change light bulb, see page 18.

No

power

supply.

Guarantee

power

supply.

Light

bulb

is loose.

Tighten

light

bulb.

Remove

and reinstall

the

cover as

directed

on

page

24.

•start/stop"

indicator

light

does

not

Fault

in

program

sequence

or

malfunction.

Switch

off

dryer,

leave

to

cool

down

for

30

m

illuminate.

•antiWrinkle"

indicator

switch

on

again.

lights.

Restart

program.

The display shows000• ".

Degree

of

drying

has

not

been

rea

Moisture

sensor

dirty.

Clean moisture sensor as described on page 18.

or the drying time is too long.

Switch

off/switch

on

again.

Display

may

indicate•E:03".

Exhaust

air

duct

is

blocked

or

too

long.

Clean

exhaust

air

extraction.

Reduce

exhaust

air duct

to maximum length as described on page 8.

Switch

off/switch

on

again.

Lint

filter

dirty.

Clean filter as described on page 18.

Switch

off/switch

on

again.

Laundry

was

too

wet.

Spin laundry at higher speed in the washing

machine. Switch off/switch on again.

Unsuitable

program

selected.

Select

program

with

aid of the program selection

table (see page 15). Switch off/switch on again.

Maximum

drying

time

was

exceeded.

Clean lint filter (see page 18).

Check

exhaust

air extraction.

Spin laundry at a higher speed in your

washer.

Motor limit

temperature

was

exceeded.

Switch

off

dryer,

leave

to

cool

down

for

30

min.

Switch

on

again.

Start

program.

Lint

filter

LED

is

blinking

after

lint

filterBlinking

of

lint

filter

LED isnot

an

indication

of

Noa

action

required.

Light

will

stop

blinking.

has

been

cleaned

problem.

It

is

used

only

as

a

reminder.

19

20

and plumbing codes. Labor charges

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CAUTION

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