Bosch WTB86201UC, Use And Care Manual

Page 1: ...en us Use and care manual Dryer WTB86201UC ...

Page 2: ...fident you will enjoy the superior performance and reliability Please do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service department if you have any questions or comments with your new dryer Thank you for choosing Bosch Visit our web site at www bosch home com for more information and to view a selection of our products ...

Page 3: ...gram selection table 20 Program settings 21 Time Dry 21 Dry Level 21 Finished in 21 Additional options 21 Low Heat 21 Wrinkle Block 21 Operating Instructions 22 Your new dryer 22 Before using the dryer for the first time 23 Temporary disconnection of the dryer 23 Using the program selector to choose a drying cycle 23 Program selection 24 Selecting program settings and additional options 24 Loading...

Page 4: ...er or installer or an authorized service center Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself Any work performed by unauthorized personnel may void the warranty If you are having a problem with your dryer and are not pleased with the service you have received please follow these steps 1 Contact your installer or the Authorized Service Contractor in your area and explain to them why you are not s...

Page 5: ...and set up instructions and all other information included with the dryer and act accordingly Keep documents for future use Importance and meaning of symbols Important safety information is contained in this manual and on the warning labels located on your dryer Standard symbols and headings are used to identify areas where you should take precautions to avoid injury or damage Please take a moment...

Page 6: ...tself Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber may be labeled latex foam or similarly textured rubber like materials Foam rubber materials can ignite by spontaneous combustion Keep flammable materials and vapors such...

Page 7: ...s with UL 2158 A Electric Clothes Dryers Standard features Sensor controlled auto cycles 17 7 lb 8 kg large drum capacity for regular cotton loads Large door opening 180 opening angle Quality tested Each dryer which leaves our factory has undergone a thorough performance test and is in full working condition Web Site Visit our web site at www bosch home com for more information and to view a selec...

Page 8: ... on carpets The dryer should be installed in an open area with no restrictions to ambient air for the best drying results Space allowances to fully open the door should also be considered Do not operate the dryer at temperatures above 95 F 35 C or below 41 F 5 C Low temperatures affect the drying process and may prolong the drying times The installation surface floor must be level and structurally...

Page 9: ...tric cm A Both Sides 0 6 1 5 B Top 6 3 16 C Rear 2 5 6 2 D Front 2 4 6 E F are minimum area size E Top Vent 63 sq 404 sq F Bottom Vent 63 sq 404 sq Vent spacing is actual not minimum dimensions G 37 94 H 26 66 J 3 7 6 K 29 73 6 Minimum opening dimensions A 23 8 in 60 5 cm B 23 8 in 60 5 cm C 33 5 in 85 cm E F are minimum area sizes E 63 sq in 404 sq cm F 63 sq in 404 sq cm G H actual spacing dimen...

Page 10: ...allation instructions are intended for use by qualified installers In addition to these instructions the installation must comply with for the United States National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA70 and latest editions of the State and Municipal and or local regulations for Canada Canadian Electrical Code C22 1 and the latest editions of the Provincial Municipal and or local regulations Before installi...

Page 11: ...your local dealer Customer service Page 4 Installation step by step 1 Unpack the dryer 2 Remove all objects from the dryer drum 3 Check the dryer for visible damage 4 Position the dryer near the installation location 5 Disconnect the power cord and drain hose from their clips on the back of the dryer 9 CAUTION Do not disconnect the drain hose from the sump pump connection at the bottom of the drye...

Page 12: ...e 1 Fasten the dryer drain hose to the washer drain elbow as shown in picture A Secure with plastic ties supplied 9 CAUTION Do not over tighten plastic ties pinching or causing a restriction in the drain hose 2 Place drain hose assembly into standpipe as shown in picture B Sink Basin or Floor drain If using the elbow supplied on the hose re position elbow closer to the drain end of hose and fasten...

Page 13: ...ords are available through our Customer Service department Use only a UL listed 30 amps power cord Do not reuse old power cord Do not make a sharp bend or crimp wiring or conductors at connections Use only a 4 wire conductor power cord when the appliance is installed in a mobile home recreational vehicle in a new branch circuit installations or where the local codes do not permit grounding through...

Page 14: ... block fastening locations screw holes 10 Reinstall the 2 terminal block screws Philips head at locations L as shown below 11 If the ground wire shown below from N to PE is not part of the 3 wire cord assembly you have it must be obtained purchased separately and it must be installed 12 Install the last terminal block screw Philips and 1 grounding screw T20 torx at locations N and PE 13 Tighten th...

Page 15: ...movement All four dryer feet should press equally against the floor This is just as important as the dryer being level to prevent vibration Check heating system 1 Check that the drum is empty 2 Close the dryer door 3 Switch the dryer to Extra Dry and then press the Start Pause button 4 After 3 5 minutes press the Start Pause button and open the door If the interior of the dryer feels warm the drye...

Page 16: ... door and pull out the door from the dryer 3 Put the door on the flat smooth but secured surface e g on a towel or dishcloth lying down on the floor or table 4 Remove screws from the hinge insert and then remove it from the door 5 Remove screws from the hook insert and then remove it from the door 6 Follow the instructions at images bellow to unlock the door ring 7 Remove the door from its ring an...

Page 17: ...ve screws from the door lock cover and then remove it from the dryer 11 Remove the door lock from the dryer 12 Install the door lock 1 and then door lock cover 2 at the opposite site of the door seal 13 Screw the door to the dryer 14 You can now put in the power supply plug and close the door to start operating the dryer ...

Page 18: ...ff turns in both directions 0 Low Heat Wrinkle Block Signal Additional option settings Indicator lamp lights up if the setting is active H Display area for settings and information 8 Start Pause starts or pauses the selected cycle indicator lamp on steady cycle running can be paused indicator lamp blinking settings can be changed cycle can be started door is closed childproof lock is active cycle ...

Page 19: ...ng They provide valuable information as well as limitations about the temperature of drying process Choose an appropriate drying cycle Do not dry the following textiles in the dryer air tight textiles e g rubberized delicate fabrics silk synthetic curtains oil stained laundry Drying tips To ensure a uniform drying result sort the laundry according to fabric type and drying program Do not over dry ...

Page 20: ...ck suits anoraks blankets not to be ironed thick or multi ply Quick Dry 1 4 load 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 Delicates 1 4 load lingerie made of synthetic fibres c...

Page 21: ...ss the Finished in button until the desired setting is displayed NOTICE The cycle duration is included in the set Finished in time After the start the pre selected drying time e g 8 h is displayed and counted down until the drying cycle begins Then the cycle duration e g 2 30 hours minutes is displayed Additional options Low Heat Reduced temperature for delicate fabrics e g polyacrylic polyamide o...

Page 22: ...ns read the Important Safety Instructions and Operating Instructions before operating this appliance Your new dryer 3 Control panel display area program selector 0 Drum with interior light depending on model The light up after the door is opened and after the program starts and switches off automatically 8 Open the door Close the door ...

Page 23: ...ide of the dryer door 3 Remove all objects from the drum 4 Check the dryer for visible damage If damage found contact your dealer 5 Wipe the inside of the drum with a damp cloth 6 Check heating system Check heating system Page 15 7 If the dryer does not work switch the dryer to Off Look in the Troubleshooting section of the operating instructions and find the fault Troubleshooting Page 30 Temporar...

Page 24: ...rink Super Quick 15 min Towels Mixed and Heavy Duty depending on model are made for special application cases Details Program selection table Page 20 Time programs Time programs run at specific temperatures Suitable for prie dried multi ply delicate textiles or individual small items Also for subsequent drying Program settings Page 21 Selecting program settings and additional options By selecting ...

Page 25: ...nual Program selection table Page 20 Load the laundry Place laundry in the empty drum Put each piece of laundry into machine separately For best results the laundry to be dried must be sorted according to type of laundry and desired degree of drying Program selection table Page 20 Sorting the laundry Page 19 Dry Level Page 21 Starting the program 1 Rotate program selector to the desired program Se...

Page 26: ...ed until the next cycle start even after switching the machine off You must deactivate the childproof lock before the next cycle and if necessary activate it again after starting the cycle Selecting a different program If you have inadvertently started the wrong program you can change this as follows 1 Press Start Pause 2 Select another program 3 Press Start Pause The new drying cycle starts from ...

Page 27: ...mediately During drying water may occassionally accumulate between the window and the seal This does not affect the proper operation of your dryer Cleaning the lint filter A dirty filter extends the drying time and increases energy consumption The filter should be cleaned before or after each drying process If the Cleaning req indicator lights up during a drying program clean the filter immediatel...

Page 28: ... being dried To clean the heat exchanger 1 If the dryer is hot run on Air fluff No heat program to allow the dryer to cool down 2 Residual water may escape place an absorbent cloth under the maintanance flap 3 Unlock the maintanance flap and open it completely 4 Turn both locking levers towards each other 5 Pull out the heat exchanger cap 6 Remove the heat exchanger NOTICE Do not damage the heat e...

Page 29: ...lean the moisture sensors 1 Open the door 2 The deposit on the sensors can easily be removed by wiping the sensors the two bars next to the lint filter with a cloth and a little white vinegar NOTICE Use white vinegar only Clean the moisture sensors once a month Cleaning the lint filter area Over time fluff from the drying process collects in the lint filter area This fluff can be easily removed us...

Page 30: ...calling customer service Determing the Problem Problem Possible cause s Solution s Dryer does not start Start Pause indicator light does not illumi nate Main plug not inserted at all or not inserted correctly Insert main plug correctly A fuse of power supply is tripped Replace switch on fuse Start Pause button not pressed Press Start Pause button Door not closed properly Check if laundry is caught...

Page 31: ...r to Off Program selection table Page 20 Drying result is not sat isfactory laundry feels too damp Warm laundry may feel damper than it really is Remove items of laundry immediately after the end of the program and turn the program selector to Off The selected program does not suit the load Use another drying program or in addition select the time program Program selection table Page 20 Dryness le...

Page 32: ...son whatsoever Repair Replace as Your Exclusive Remedy During this warranty period Bosch or one of its authorized service providers will repair your Product without charge to you subject to certain limitations stated herein if your Product proves to have been manufactured with a defect in materials or workmanship If reasonable attempts to repair the Product have been made without success then Bosc...

Page 33: ...idity lightning power surges structural failures surrounding the appliance and acts of God In no event shall Bosch have any liability or responsibility whatsoever for damage to surrounding property including cabinetry floors ceilings and other structures or objects around the Product Also excluded from this warranty are scratches nicks minor dents and cosmetic damages on external surfaces and expo...

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