Bosch WTE84301GB Operating Instructions Manual

Intended use
Your new dryer
Congratulations - You have chosen a modern, high-quality Bosch for domestic use only,
domestic appliance. only to be used for drying fabrics that have been
The condensation dryer is distinguished by its economical energy washed with water.
consumption.
Every dryer which leaves our factory is carefully checked to ensure
This appliance is intended for use up to a maximum
that it functions correctly and is in perfect condition.
height of 4000 metres above sea level.
Should you have any questions, our after-sales service will be pleased
Keep children younger than 3 years old away from
to help.
the dryer.
Do not let children make the cleaning and
Disposal in an environmentally-responsible manner maintenance work on the dryer without supervision.
Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer.
This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive
Keep pets away from the dryer.
2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances
The dryer can be operated by children 8 years old
(waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE). The guideline
determines the framework for the return and recycling of used and older, by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental abilities and by persons with
appliances as applicable throughout the EU.
insufficient experience or knowledge if they are
supervised or have been instructed in its use by
For further information about our products, accessories, spare parts
a responsible adult.
and services, please visit: www.bosch-home.com
Observe the safety instructions on page 11.
Read these instructions and the separate
Energy-saving mode instructions before Additional Display panel Time
functions remaining
operating the dryer.
Contents
Page
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Setting the programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Drying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4
Information on laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Fine adjustment of the drying result . . 5/6
Care and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Programme overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Frost protection / Transport . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
h:min
What to do if... / After-sales service . . . . 10
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Fine
adjustment
of the drying
Select On/Off for buzzer at the end of the programme. Buzzer
result
Reduced temperature for delicate fabrics that require a longer Low Heat
Service
drying time; e.g. for polyacrylics, polyamide, elastane or acetate.
indicators
Reduces creasing and extends the anti-creasing phase once the Reduced Container Empty the condensate container.
Filter Clean the fluff filter and/or air cooler under running water.
program has ended. Ironing
1
Preparing for
installation, see Page 8
Never start the dryer if it is damaged!
Inspecting the
Inform your after-sales service.
dryer
Make sure your hands are dry. Connecting the
Hold the plug only.
mains plug
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)
Selecting and adjusting the programme
1
Select the drying programme ...
2
... and adapt to individual requirements
Programme selector
All buttons are sensitive and only
need to be touched lightly.
3
Press the Start/Stop button
Only operate the dryer with
the fluff filter inserted!
End of programme in 1*-24 hours (Press button several times if required)
(*depending on the selected programme, e.g. duration 1:54h 2h.
Can always be selected to the next full hour.)
The drying result (e.g. Cupboard Dry) can be adjusted over three levels (1 - max. 3) 0, 1, 2, 3
for the Cottons, Easy-Care, Mixed Load and Super Quick 40' programmes
presetting = 0. After one of these programmes has been finely adjusted, the setting is
retained for the others. Further information Page 5/6.
Page 4/6.
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Drying
Emptying condensation
Empty container after each drying operation!
1. Pull out condensate container keeping it horizontal.
2. Pour out condensation.
3. Always push container in fully until it clicks into place.
If Container flashes in the display panel What to do if..., Page 10.
Condensate container
Cleaning the fluff filter
Control panel
Drum interior light
Clean the fluff filter after each drying operation.
(depending on model)
1. Open the door, remove fluff from door/door area.
2. Pull out and fold open the fluff filter.
3. Remove the fluff (by wiping the filter with your 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 remains
loose and fluffy for an hour (two hours if the additional
depending on model).
Maintenance Air inlet
flap
Programme end
Fluff filter once lights up in the display.
Drum
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.
Drying
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.
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Information on laundry ...
Labelling of fabrics
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
Drying at normal temperature.
Drying at low temperature also select Low Heat.
Do not machine dry.
Observe safety instructions without fail Page 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)
– Laundry contaminated with oil.
Drying tips
– To ensure a consistent result, sort the laundry by fabric type and drying programme.
– 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 risk of creasing!
Allow laundry to finish drying in the air.
– Do not dry woolens in the dryer, only use to freshen them up
Programme (depending on model).
– Do not iron laundry immediately after drying, fold items up and leave for a while
the remaining moisture will then be distributed evenly.
– The drying result depends on the type of water used during washing.
Reduced Ironing function is also selected-
of the drying result Page 5/6.
– Machine-knitted fabrics (e.g. T-shirts or jerseys) often shrink the first time they are dried
do not use the Very Dry programme.
– Starched laundry is not always suitable for dryers starch leaves behind a coating that
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 this improves the drying result.
Environmental protection / Energy-saving tips
– Before drying, spin the laundry thoroughly in the washing machine
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
overview Page 7.
– Make sure the room is well ventilated during drying.
– Do not obstruct or seal up the air inlet.
– Keep the air cooler clean Page 6 "Care and cleaning".
Fine adjustment of the drying result
Adjustment of the levels of dryness
Turn to Off 1 x to the right Press and hold Low Heat Press
and turn 5 x to the right the required level is reached
4
Fine adjustment of the drying result
L:00, L:01, L:02, L:03 are shown in sequence
Short signal when changing from L:03 to L:00 , otherwise long
signal.
Care and cleaning Only when switched off!
Dryer housing, control panel, air cooler, moisture sensors
– Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
they may crease – Do not use harsh cleaning agents and solvents.
– Remove detergent and cleaning agent residue immediately.
Clean the protective filter 5 - 6 times a year
or if Filter flashes after cleaning the fluff filter.
Air cooler / Protective filter
When cleaning, only remove the protective filter. Clean the air cooler
behind the protective filter once a year.
– Allow the dryer to cool.
– Residual water may leak out, so place an absorbent towel
underneath the maintenance door.
Page 7, Woollens finish
1. Unlock the maintenance door.
2. Open the maintenance door fully.
Fine adjustment
3. Turn both locking levers towards each another.
4. Pull out the protective filter/air cooler.
Do not damage the protective filter or air cooler.
Clean with warm water only. Do not use any hard or sharp-edged
objects.
the higher the spin
5. Clean the protective filter/ air cooler thoroughly,
Allow to drip dry.
programme
6. Clean the seals.
7. Re-insert the protective filter/air cooler,
with the handle facing down.
8. Turn back both locking levers.
9. Close the maintenance door until the lock clicks into place.
Moisture sensors
The dryer is fitted with stainless steel moisture sensors. The sensors
measure the level of moisture in the laundry. After a long period of
operation, a fine layer of limescale may form on the sensors.
1. Open the door and clean the moisture sensors with a damp sponge
which has a rough surface.
Low Heat until Turn to Off
Do not use steel wool or abrasive materials.
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