Bosch WTX8HKM9SN User Manual And Installation Instructions

Bosch WTX8HKM9SN User Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Tumble dryer WTX8HKM9SN [en] User manual and installation instructions...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Futher information and explanations are available online: Table of contents 1 Safety ..........   4 9 Programmes .......    24 1.1 General information.... 4 9.1 Automatic programmes.... 24 1.2 Intended use....... 4 9.2 Timed programmes .... 25 1.3 Restriction on user group... 4 10 Accessories......   27 1.4 Safe installation ...... 5 1.5 Safe use ........ 7 11 Laundry........
  • Page 3 19 Troubleshooting.......    49 15.3 Activating Wi-Fi on the ap- pliance ........ 34 20 Transportation, storage and 15.4 Deactivating Wi-Fi on the disposal ........   56 appliance ........ 35 20.1 Preparing the appliance for 15.5 Resetting the appliance transportation ...... 56 network settings ..... 35 20.2 Disposing of old appliance .. 56 15.6 Remote start ...... 35 15.7 Intelligent programme re-...
  • Page 4: Safety

    en Safety 1 Safety Observe the following safety instructions. 1.1 General information ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. ¡ Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner. ¡ Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit. 1.2 Intended use Only use this appliance: ¡...
  • Page 5: Safe Installation

    Safety en 1.4 Safe installation WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect installation is dangerous. ▶ Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate. ▶ Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating cur- rent only via a properly installed socket with earthing. ▶...
  • Page 6 en Safety ▶ If the power cord is too short and a longer one is not available, please contact an electrician to have the domestic installation adapted. WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! The high weight of the appliance may result in injury when lifted. ▶...
  • Page 7: Safe Use

    Safety en CAUTION ‒ Risk of cutting! Touching sharp edges on the appliance may lead to cuts. ▶ Do not touch the sharp edges on the appliance. ▶ Wear protective gloves when installing and transporting the ap- pliance. 1.5 Safe use WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous.
  • Page 8 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of explosion! If there is coal dust or flour in the air around the appliance, this may cause an explosion. ▶ Keep the area around the appliance clean during operation. WARNING ‒ Risk of poisoning! Condensation water from this appliance is not suitable for drinking and may be contaminated with fluff.
  • Page 9: Safe Cleaning And Maintenance

    Safety en WARNING ‒ Risk of fire! If drying is interrupted early, the laundry is not cooled sufficiently and may ignite. ▶ Do not interrupt the drying programme early. ▶ If drying is interrupted early, remove the laundry immediately and spread it out. CAUTION ‒ Risk of injury! The covering plate may break if you stand on or climb onto the appliance.
  • Page 10 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! The use of non-original spare parts and non-original accessories is dangerous. ▶ Only use the manufacturer's original spare parts and original ac- cessories. WARNING ‒ Risk of poisoning! Poisonous fumes may be given off if you use cleaning agents that contain solvents.
  • Page 11: Preventing Material Damage

    Preventing material damage en Clean the appliance with nothing ▶ 2 Preventing material but water and a soft, damp cloth. Remove all detergent residue, damage ▶ spray residue or other residues im- mediately if they come into contact ATTENTION! with the appliance. The functionality of the appliance may be impaired if you use the wrong quantity of fabric softener, de-...
  • Page 12: Energy Saving Mode

    en Installation and connection Remove any packaging and pro- Dry the filters in the filter system of tective covers completely from the the base unit → Page 29 thoroughly appliance. after cleaning. → "Disposing of packaging", a If the filters are damp, this extends Page 11 the programme duration and in- creases energy consumption.
  • Page 13: Requirements For The Install- Ation Location

    Installation and connection en Included with Description Installation loca- Requirements the appliance tion Water drain hose On the floor Place the appli- with connection ance on a clean, adapter, fixing level and firm material and el- surface. bow. Align the appli- → "Water drain ance → Page 16.
  • Page 14: Water Drain Hose

    en Installation and connection Requirements Installation loca- Requirements ¡ The appliance and the accessory tion have been unpacked. Against a wall Do not trap the → "Unpacking the appliance", hoses and power Page 12 cord between the ¡ The appliance is installed at the in- wall and the ap- stallation location.
  • Page 15 Installation and connection en Push the water drain hose as far Insert the stopper into the recess as it will go into the connecting in the top. piece. Insert the condensation container Empty the condensation container → Page 31. → Page 31. Connect the appliance to the water outlet.
  • Page 16: Aligning The Appliance

    en Installation and connection 4.5 Aligning the appliance Note: You can use the Y-distrib- In order to reduce vibrations and utor → Page 27 noises, align the appliance correctly. to connect the To align the appliance, turn the ap- ▶ water drain hose pliance feet. Check that the appli- of an additional ance is level using a spirit level.
  • Page 17: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en 5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.1 Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here. On certain models, specific details such as the colour and shape may differ from those pictured. Ventilation opening Door Maintenance flap on the base Condensation container...
  • Page 18: Control Panel

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.2 Control panel You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status. Programmes → Page 24 Programme selector → Page 28 Buttons → Page 21 Display → Page 19...
  • Page 19: Display

    Display en 6 Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Display Designation Description 0:40 Programme dura- Expected programme duration or pro- tion/programme gramme time remaining in hours and time remaining minutes. ⁠ 1:25 Timed programme The timed programme is set. → "Timed programmes", Page 25 Programme end → "Buttons", Page 22...
  • Page 20 en Display Display Designation Description ⁠ Filter system on Clean the filter system on the base unit the base unit → Page 29. Basic appliance Run the basic appliance care programme. care programme ⁠ Water tank Fill the water tank → Page 33 for the crease-removal function.
  • Page 21 Buttons en 7 Buttons Below is an overview of the buttons and their setting options. Button Selection Description ⁠ ¡ Start Start, cancel or pause the programme. ¡ Cancel ¡ Pause ⁠ (mains switch) ¡ Switch on Switch the appliance on or off. ¡...
  • Page 22 en Buttons Button Selection Description ⁠ 120' ¡ Activate Activate or deactivate the crease-reduction func- ¡ Deactivate tion. Once the programme has ended, the drum moves the laundry at regular intervals for 120 minutes to prevent creasing. ⁠ ¡ Activate Activate or deactivate gentle drying.
  • Page 23: Changing The Dryness Level

    Dryness level en 8 Dryness level Each automatic programme has a specified dryness level. The dryness level defines how dry or damp your laundry is after the programme ends. Dryness level Laundry Drying result ⁠ Multi-layered, thick laundry The laundry is dry. that does not dry readily.
  • Page 24: Programmes

    en Programmes 9 Programmes You can dry your fabrics using either an automatic programme or a timed pro- gramme. 9.1 Automatic programmes Automatic programmes are pro- Tips grammes in which humidity sensors ¡ Select the dryness level according measure the residual moisture in the to the type of fabric or the desired laundry during the drying cycle.
  • Page 25: Timed Programmes

    Programmes en Programme Description Max. load (kg) Towels Dry hard-wearing, heat-resistant towels and dressing gowns made of cotton or linen. ⁠ Smart Dry After you have washed your laundry in the – washing machine, the dryer will recom- mend a suitable programme for drying your laundry.
  • Page 26 en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) 5 Shirts ⁠ Reduce creasing and air-borne odours on 2 to 5 shirts and blouses that have been worn items of once. laundry → "Crease-removal function", Page 32 Notes ¡ Remove the laundry immediately after the programme has ended to prevent creasing.
  • Page 27: Preparing The Laundry

    Accessories en 10 Accessories Use original accessories. These have been made especially for your appli- ance. Note: Some accessories are avail- able in other colours. Contact → "Customer Service", Page 57. Order number Connection kit To save space, stack the WTZ27410 appliance on a suitable washing machine of the same width and depth and that is from the...
  • Page 28: Basic Operation

    en operation ¡ Remove curtain fittings and lead Note: The programme settings are strips not saved permanently for the pro- ¡ Wash small or particularly delicate gramme. items in a mesh washing bag 12.4 Loading laundry ¡ Load the laundry unfolded into the drum Note: To prevent creasing, note the ¡...
  • Page 29: Cancelling The Programme

    operation en you want to avoid or cancel the ¡ If you do not clean the appliance cooling process, open the door. as described, the appliance's func- tionality may be impaired. → "Display", Page 20 Open the door. Requirement: The display shows the Add or remove laundry. following during operation: ⁠...
  • Page 30 en operation Pull the fluff collector out horizont- Clean the filter thoroughly under ally. running water and then dry it off. The fluff collector may contain con- You can remove heavy soiling densation, which may drip out of it carefully with a soft brush. when you pull it out.
  • Page 31: Condensation Container

    operation en Empty the condensation container. Close the base unit → Page 45. 12.11 Condensation con- tainer Condensation forms during drying, which your appliance uses for auto- matic cleaning. By default, the con- densation is collected in the appli- ance's condensation container. Note: Operate this appliance using the water drain hose provided.
  • Page 32: Childproof Lock

    en Childproof lock Do not use a programme with the 13 Childproof lock crease-removal function for the following fabrics: Secure your appliance against being ¡ Wool, leather and viscose operated unintentionally using the ¡ Fabrics with parts made from controls. metal, wood or plastic ¡...
  • Page 33: Filling The Water Tank

    Home Connect app, ad- just its basic settings and monitor its operating status. Note: You can find further information in the digital instruction manual by scanning the QR code in the table of contents or on www.bosch- home.com.
  • Page 34: Setting Up The Home Connect App

    en Home Connect The Home Connect services are not 15.2 Setting up Home Con- available in every country. The avail- nect ability of the Home Connect function depends on the availability of Requirements Home Connect services in your coun- ¡ The Home Connect app has been try. You can find information about installed on your mobile device.
  • Page 35: Deactivating Wi-Fi On The Appliance

    Home Connect en ¡ Remote start cannot be activated 15.4 Deactivating Wi-Fi on the for safety reasons in the following appliance circumstances: – The appliance door is open. Press and hold ⁠ for at least – The refresher tank is empty. three seconds. Set the programme to position 4. Requirements ¡...
  • Page 36: Remote Diagnostics

    en Home Connect The appliance detects a suitable 15.9 Data protection programme. Please see the information on data If the appliance finds a suitable protection. programme, the display for the The first time your appliance is programme lights up and the pro- registered on a home network gramme information is displayed.
  • Page 37: Basic Settings

    Basic settings en 16 Basic settings You can configure the basic settings for your appliance to meet your needs. 16.1 Overview of basic settings Basic setting Programme posi- Value Description tion End signal 0 (off) Set the volume of 1 (quiet) the signal at the 2 (medium) end of the pro- 3 (loud)
  • Page 38: Changing The Basic Set- Tings

    en Appliance care Remove the laundry. 16.2 Changing the basic set- tings Set the programme selector to po- sition 1. Close the appliance door. Pull out the condensation con- tainer, keeping it level. Press ⁠ ⁠  and, at the same time, turn the programme selector to position 2.
  • Page 39: Preparing The Condensation Container For The Appliance Care Programme

    Appliance care en 17.2 Preparing the condensa- 17.3 Starting the appliance tion container for the ap- care programme pliance care programme Requirements ¡ The appliance is ready to run the Note: If the condensation is drained appliance care programme. using the drain hose, the condensa- → "Preparing the appliance for the tion container must be prepared be- appliance care programme ",...
  • Page 40: Running The Basic Appli- Ance Care Programme On The Appliance

    en Appliance care Insert the condensation container 17.4 Running the basic appli- so that it locks into place. ance care programme on the appliance To remove any light soiling, you can run a basic appliance care pro- gramme. Note: After a certain period of use, the appliance automatically recom- mends that you run the basic appli- ance care programme.
  • Page 41: Preparing The Appliance For The Intensive Appliance Care Programme

    Appliance care en Empty the condensation container 17.5 Preparing the appliance → Page 31. for the intensive appli- ance care programme If the appliance is not used for more than one month, stubborn dirt or odours may occur. To remove this, you can run an intensive appliance care programme.
  • Page 42: Running The Intensive Appli- Ance Care Programme

    en Appliance care Insert the condensation container 17.6 Running the intensive so that it locks into place. appliance care pro- gramme Pull out the condensation con- tainer horizontally and empty it. Press ⁠ . The appliance care pro- gramme starts and an audible sig- nal sounds.
  • Page 43: Ending The Intensive Appli- Ance Care Programme

    Appliance care en Add approx. 1 ½ litres of hot tap 17.7 Ending the intensive ap- water into the condensation con- pliance care programme tainer. Add approx. 1 ½ litres of hot tap water into the condensation con- tainer. Hold the full condensation con- tainer level so that no liquid spills out.
  • Page 44: Cleaning And Servicing

    en Cleaning and servicing Pull out the condensation con- Note: If the condensate water has tainer, keeping it level. been drained from the machine via the drain hose, please follow the steps in → "Preparing the condensation con- tainer for the appliance care pro- gramme", Page 39 in reverse order, after both the intensive and regular cleaning processes.
  • Page 45: Base Unit

    Cleaning and servicing en Pull out the heat exchanger cover 18.2 Base unit by the handle. The base unit is the accessible area at the bottom of the appliance in which you will find the heat ex- changer. Opening the base unit Requirements ¡...
  • Page 46: Water Tank Filter

    en Cleaning and servicing Insert the heat exchanger cover by 18.3 Water tank filter the handle. The filter in the water tank protects the appliance from dirt and contamin- ants. Cleaning the water tank filter Check the filter regularly and clean the filter if it is dirty. Requirement: The condensation con- tainer → Page 31 is removed from the appliance.
  • Page 47: Condensation Container Filter

    Cleaning and servicing en ance changes the duration of the 18.5 Condensation container automatic programme depending on filter the residual moisture in the laundry. During drying, fluff from the laundry Cleaning the moisture sensor gets into the condensation. The filter Over time, residue from limescale, in the condensation container pro- detergents and care products can tects the appliance from fluff.
  • Page 48 en Cleaning and servicing Slide in the filter as far as it will go. Insert the condensation container. → "Inserting the condensation con- tainer", Page 31...
  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting en 19 Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot- ing information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unneces- sary costs. WARNING Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist ▶...
  • Page 50 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The appliance is not The circuit breaker in the fuse box has tripped. working. Check the circuit breaker in the fuse box. ▶ There has been a power cut. Check whether the lighting in your kitchen or other ▶...
  • Page 51 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting ⁠ and programme Ensure that the water drain hose is not kinked or terminated. trapped. Route the water drain hose without kinks. Water drain hose is not connected correctly. Ensure that the water drain hose is connected cor- ▶...
  • Page 52 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Pumping noise. Condensation pump active. Not a fault – normal operating noise. ▶ Buzzing noise. Compressor ventilation active. Not a fault – normal operating noise. ▶ The drying time is too The base unit's filter is soiled. long.
  • Page 53 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The drying time is too → "Starting the programme", Page 28. long. "Ready in" time is activated and the ambient temperat- ure is lower than 16 °C. Ensure that the ambient temperature is above 16 ▶ °C or start the next drying process within 2 hours. → "...
  • Page 54 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting ⁠ The water tank for the crease-removal function is empty. Fill water tank. ▶ → "Filling the water tank", Page 33. Water overflows when The water tank has been filled. filling the water tank. Note: The overflowing water is harmless. Do not pour any more water into the water tank.
  • Page 55 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Odours have formed Stubborn dirt in the appliance or an extended appli- in the appliance. ance downtime of more than one month. Preparing the appliance for the intensive appliance ▶ care programme. → "Preparing the appliance for the intensive appli- ance care programme", Page 41.
  • Page 56: Transportation, Storage And Disposal

    en Transportation, storage and disposal Empty the condensation container 20 Transportation, stor- → Page 31. age and disposal Insert the condensation container → Page 31. Disconnect the appliance's mains 20.1 Preparing the appliance plug from the power supply. for transportation a The appliance is now ready to be transported.
  • Page 57: Customer Service

    Customer Service en Information about current disposal 21.1 Product number (E-Nr.) methods are available from your and production number specialist dealer or local authority. (FD) This appliance is la- You can find the product number (E- belled in accordance Nr.) and the production number (FD) with European Directive on the appliance's rating plate.
  • Page 58 en Consumption values 22 Consumption values The programme The actual values may deviate from ⁠ Cotton +   ⁠ the indicated values depending on (denoted by the arrow symbol) is the type of fabric, composition of suitable for drying cotton laundry with laundry to be dried, residual moisture a normal dampness level, and is the in the fabric, set degree of dryness,...
  • Page 59: Technical Data

    Length of the 145 cm A detailed Declaration of Conformity power cord can be found online at www.bosch- home.co.uk among the additional This product contains light sources documents on the product page for from energy efficiency class F. These your appliance.
  • Page 60 en Declaration of Conformity UK (NI) 5 GHz WLAN (Wi-Fi): For indoor use only. 5 GHz WLAN (Wi-Fi): For indoor use only.
  • Page 64 Expert advice for your Bosch home appliances, help with problems or a repair from Bosch experts. Find out everything about the many ways Bosch can support you: www.bosch-home.com/service Contact data of all countries are listed in the attached service direct- ory.

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