Bosch WTG8640SSA, Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...en Installation and operating instructions Tumble dryer WTG8640SSA ...

Page 2: ...the operating and installation instructions describe different models any differences will be pointed out at the relevant points in the text Read these operating and installation instructions before operating the tumble dryer Display rules Warning This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly dangerous situation Not heeding the warning can cause death or injuries Caution This sig...

Page 3: ...aundry 20 Sorting laundry according to 20 Programs and buttons 21 Programs 21 Buttons 23 1 Operating the appliance 25 Loading laundry and switching on the dryer 25 The basket for woollens 25 Drying with the basket for woollens 25 Setting a program 27 Starting the program 27 Program sequence 27 Changing the program or adding laundry 27 Program interruption 28 Program end 28 Removing laundry and swi...

Page 4: ...ith reduced physical sensory or mental abilities and by persons with insufficient experience or knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed in its use by a responsible adult Keep children under the age of 3 years old away from the dryer This appliance is intended for use up to a maximum height of 4000 metres above sea level Do not let children carry out any unsupervised cleaning or ma...

Page 5: ... by persons with a lack of experience or knowledge as long as they are supervised or have received instruction on how to use the appliance safely and they have understood the potential risks of using the appliance Children must not play with this appliance Do not allow children to clean or maintain this appliance unsupervised Keep children under 3 years and pets away from this appliance Do not lea...

Page 6: ...Installation Warning Risk of electric shock fire material damage damage to the appliance If the appliance is not installed properly this may lead to a dangerous situation Make sure that The mains voltage on your power socket matches the rated voltage specified on the appliance identification plate The connected loads and the required fuse protection are specified on the identification plate The ap...

Page 7: ...sulting in injury or material damage Place the appliance on a clean even solid surface and using a spirit level to guide you level it with the screw in feet Riskofinjury materialdamage damagetotheappliance Incorrectly placing stacking this appliance on top of a washing machine may result in injury material damage and or damage to the appliance If this appliance is to be placed on top of a washing ...

Page 8: ...zard which may result in injury Route hoses and cables such that they do not constitute a tripping hazard Operation Warning Risk of explosions fire Laundry that has come into contact with solvents oil wax wax remover paint grease or stain remover may ignite when dried in the machine or even cause the appliance to explode Therefore please note Rinse the laundry thoroughly with warm water and deterg...

Page 9: ...erminated before the drying cycle has finished this prevents the laundry from cooling down sufficiently and may cause the laundry to ignite or may result in material damage or damage to the appliance During the last part of the drying cycle the laundry in the drum is not heated cooling cycle This is to ensure that it remains at a temperature at which it will not be damaged Do not switch off the ap...

Page 10: ...undry in the appliance exceeds its maximum load capacity it may not be able to operate properly or this may result in material damage or damage to the appliance Do not exceed the maximum load capacity of dry laundry Make sure you comply with the maximum load capacities specified for each of the programs Page 21 Materialdamage damagetotheappliance If you operate the appliance without a fluff filter...

Page 11: ...e note Switch off the appliance Disconnect the appliance from the power supply pull out the plug Never take hold of the mains plug with wet hands When removing the mains plug from the socket always take hold of the plug itself and never the mains cable otherwise this may damage the mains cable Do not make any technical modifications to the appliance or its features Repairs and any other work on th...

Page 12: ...re parts and accessories only Caution Material damage damage to the appliance Cleaning agents and agents for pretreating laundry e g stain removers prewash sprays etc may cause damage if they come into contact with the surfaces of the appliance Therefore please note Do not allow these agents to come into contact with the surfaces of the appliance Clean the appliance with nothing but water and a so...

Page 13: ...gy Load the dryer with the maximum load Note Do not exceed the maximum load for the programs as this prolongs the drying time and increases energy consumption Ventilate the room and keep the air inlet on the dryer free to ensure air exchange Clean the fluff filter after each drying cycle If the fluff filter is dirty the drying time is prolonged and energy consumption is increased Energy saving mod...

Page 14: ... yourself if you lift it Do not lift the dryer on your own You could cut your hands on the sharp edges of the dryer Do not hold the dryer by the sharp edges Protruding parts on the dryer may break off when it is lifted or pushed Do not move the dryer by holding onto protruding parts Caution Risk of material damage to the dryer or fabrics Check the dryer for damage caused during transportation Neve...

Page 15: ...o raise your dryer Transport laundry with the integrated clothes basket integrated in the platform s pull out drawer Order number WMZ20500 Connecting kit for the condensation drain Use a hose to draw off the condensation immediately Order number WTZ1110 Transport and frost protection To empty the condensate container 1 Use the program selector to select any program 2 Press the Start button 3 Wait ...

Page 16: ...ointsinbrief 1 Load the laundry and close the door Switch on the dryer Select a program and if necessary adjust the program default settings 2 Select the start button A Dry Unload the laundry 3 Switch off the dryer Empty the condensate container Clean the fluff filter ...

Page 17: ...iance en 17 Getting to know your appliance Gettingtoknowyourappliance Dryer 3 Condensate container 0 Control and display panel 8 Drum interior light depending on the model Dryer door H Air inlet P Fluff filter X Heat exchanger ...

Page 18: ... 18 Control panel Use the program selector to switch the dryer on and off and to select the program 0 Programm Page 21 8 Start button for starting or interrupting the program Page 23 Buttons Page 23 H Display panel with buttons Page 19 ...

Page 19: ... active Page 23 Page 30 8 Start Pause Starts or pauses the programme Fine adjustment of the dryness level ñ Time program selected 5 Ready in time selected Anti crease selected E Childproof lock selected 0 Spin speed selected s Low Heat Drying selected C Audible signal active A Start or Pause selected 3 h Program delay in hours when Ready in time is selected 1 27 Expected program duration in hours ...

Page 20: ...particles which may be deposited on the moisture sensor This may impair the sensor function and in consequence the drying result Notes When washing laundry to be tumble dried use the correct amount of detergent and care products as specified in the manufacturer s instructions Clean the moisture sensor regularly Page 32 Sorting laundry according to c Suitable for tumble drying a Dry at normal tempe...

Page 21: ...made of acrylic fibers or separate small items of laundry also for subsequent drying Timed Dry Variable 1 3 load Pre dried multi layered sensitive fabrics made of acrylic fibers or separate small items of laundry also for subsequent drying Wool Finish 1 3 load Wool fabrics suitable for washing used to refresh or fluff up wool articles but not dry completely remove fabrics after program end lay on ...

Page 22: ...ics made from jeans denim Bulky Large Items full load Garments with down feather fillings pillows and blankets but not quilts only dry one article at a time Programs Max load up to Type of laundry For laundry which is For best results it is recommended to load the drum depending on the fabric type full load Cottons and Linens 1 2 load Permanent Press Synthetic Blends and poly Knits 1 3 load Wool M...

Page 23: ...efore touching the Start button touch the Finish in button until the desired time is displayed e g 8 h then touch the Start button to start the dryer Note The cycle duration is included in the set Finish in time 8 h is displayed until Energy Saving mode activates and counts down approxi mately 5hr 30min until the drying cycle begins at 2hrs 30min then the cycle dura tion 2 30 is displayed and dryi...

Page 24: ...ou will see the E symbol light indicating the childproof lock is active Note The childproof lock will remain activated until the next cycle start even after switching the machine off You must deactivate the childproof lock before the next cy cle and if necessary activate it again after starting the cycle Start Pause Starts or pauses the selescted cycle indicator lamp on steady cycle running can be...

Page 25: ...e The basket for woollens is supplied with your dryer or it can be purchased as an accessory from the after sales service Caution Risk of material damage to the dryer and fabrics Never operate the dryer if the basket for woollens is damaged Drying with the basket for woollens 1 Insert the feet of the basket for woollens into the holes on the fluff filter 2 Lean the basket for woollens against the ...

Page 26: ...ut the insert Only place as many soft toys in the basket for woollens as is possible without any falling out 4 Place the insert or the sports shoes in the basket for woollens Caution Risk of material damage to the fabrics Place the fabrics in the insert of the basket for woollens so that they do not come into contact with the drum 5 Use the program selector to select the program for the basket for...

Page 27: ...rtently adjusted you can select the childproof lock see Page 23 Program sequence The programme status is indicated in the display field Changing the program or adding laundry You can remove or add laundry and change or alter the program at any time during drying 1 To pause the program open the dryer door or press the Start button 2 Add or remove laundry 3 Select another program or an additional fu...

Page 28: ... fluff filter Note During drying fluff and hair from the laundry is trapped by the fluff filter If the fluff filter is blocked or dirty this reduces the flow of air which prevents the dryer from achieving its maximum performance Clean fluff filters also reduce energy consumption and the drying time Clean the fluff filter after each drying cycle 1 Open the dryer door and remove all fluff from the d...

Page 29: ... If you choose to discharge the condensation water into the waste water system you will not need to empty the condensation container during the drying programme or after each time you use the dryer 1 Pull out the condensate container horizontally 2 Pour out the condensation water Caution Dirty condensation water may be harmful to your health and cause material damage Condensation water is not suit...

Page 30: ...lector clockwise to position 2 2 The spin speed is shown in the display 3 Press the Finish in time button or the drying time button to change the spin speed 4 Turn the program selector clockwise to position 3 5 The volume of the audible signal at the end of the program is shown in the display 0 off 1 quiet 2 medium 3 loud 4 very loud 6 Press the Finish in time button or the drying time button to c...

Page 31: ...s depending on how frequently the dryer is used If there is debris in the heat exchanger this will increase the amount of time required for drying and will compromise the drying results 1 Allow the dryer to cool down and place an absorbent cloth beneath the maintenance flap Note Residual water may leak out 2 Open the maintenance flap fully 3 Turn both locking levers towards each other 4 Remove the...

Page 32: ...quipped with a stainless steel moisture sensor The moisture sensor measures how damp the laundry is After long periods of usage the moisture sensor may become covered by a fine layer of limescale or residues of detergents and care products Such residues must be removed regularly as the sensor function and in consequence the drying result may be impaired Open the door and clean the moisture sensor ...

Page 33: ...g out Not a fault the dryer may be positioned on an incline Level the dryer Change in the pro gramme duration dis played during drying Not a fault The moisture sensors detect the remaining moisture in the load and adjust the programme length except timed programmes Laundry is not dried cor rectly or is still too damp After the end of the program warm laundry feels damper than it actually is Spread...

Page 34: ...s may increase the drying time Make sure that the air inlet remains unobstructed If the ambient temperature is higher than 35 C this may extend the drying time Insufficient air circulation in the room may increase the drying time Venti late the room Displayed drying time changes during drying process Not a fault The dryer recognizes the load and adapts the remaining program duration Humidity in th...

Page 35: ...act information for your nearest after sales service can be found here or in the enclosed after sales service directory Please provide after sales service with the dryer s product number E no and production number FD You can find this information on the inside of the dryer door or on the rear of the dryer Trust the expertise of the manufacturer Contact us You can therefore be sure that the repair ...

Page 36: ...h 1000 rpm 142 min 79 min 4 92 kWh 2 71 kWh 800 rpm 155 min 92 min 5 62 kWh 3 09 kWh Easy Care 3 5 kg 3 5 kg Cupboard Dry 800 rpm 52 min 1 51 kWh 600 rpm 63 min 1 85 kWh Program setting for testing in accordance with the applicable IEC 61121 standard The values may differ from those specified depending on the type of fabric composition of laundry to be dried residual moisture in the fabric and the...

Page 37: ...taDimensions 85 x 60 x 60 cm Height x width x depth Weight Approx 45 kg Maximum load 8 kg Condensate container 4 6 l Connected voltage 220 240 V Connected load Max 2600 W Fuse 13 A Drum interior light Ambient temperature 5 35 C Depending on the model ...

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Page 40: ...001238076 9611 You can find the contact information for all countries in the attached after sales service directory 7 Advice and repair order in the event of faults GB 0344 892 8979 Calls charged at local or mobile rate IE 01450 2655 0 03 per minute at peak Off peak 0 0088 per minute ...