Bosch WTA74200AU Instruction Manual page 2

Care and cleaning
Only when the appliance is Installation
switched off.
Dryer housing and control panel
– Scope of delivery: dryer, operating and installation instructions, basket for woollens
– Wipe clean with a soft, damp cloth.
(depending on the model).
– Do not clean with a water jet.
– Check the dryer for transport damage.
– Remove detergent and cleaning agent residue immediately.
– The dryer is very heavy. Do not attempt to lift it on your own.
Exhaust air duct Exhaust air duct installation instruction
. – Be careful to avoid sharp edges.
Check the exhaust air duct as it may be clogged. – Do not lift the dryer by protruding parts (e.g. the door) - risk of breakage.
– Do not set up in a room that is susceptible to frost.
Clean the exhaust air duct at regular intervals, e.g. every six months.
Freezing water may cause damage.
Do not bend the exhaust air duct.
– If in doubt, have the appliance connected by a specialist.
1. Switch off the dryer and allow it to cool down.
2. Disconnect the mains plug. 1. Setting up the dryer
– The mains plug must always be accessible.
3. Remove the exhaust air duct.
– Ensure that the appliance is placed on a clean, level
4. Clean the exhaust air duct.
and firm surface.
5. Refit the exhaust air duct.
– Install the exhaust air duct
Moisture sensors installation instruction.
– Keep the area around the dryer clean.
The dryer is equipped with stainless steel moisture sensors.
– Level the dryer using the threaded feet
Moisture sensors measure the moisture level of the laundry.
and a spirit level.
After sustained, repeated operation, a fine layer of limescale
Never remove the threaded feet!
may form on the moisture sensors.
Do not install the dryer behind a door
1. Open the door.
or sliding door which could prevent or
2. Clean the moisture sensors with a damp sponge which has a rough
obstruct the dryer door from opening.
surface.
This will prevent children from locking
themselves in and risking their lives.
Do not use steel wool or abrasive agents!
For mains connection,
2.
– Connect to an AC earthed socket. If in doubt have the socket checked by a specialist.
– The mains voltage and the voltage shown on the rating plate (
same.
– The connected load and necessary fuse protection are specified on the rating plate.
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Optional accessories
(order from the after-sales service using the order number, according to model)
Exhaust air duct set
WTZ
The exhaust air is extracted via a hose.
1130
Washer-dryer stack connection set
WTZ
11311 The dryer can be placed on top of a suitable washing machine with the same width and depth
to save space. The dryer must be fastened to the washing machine using this connection set.
If the worktop of the washing machine is less than 544 mm deep, please consult the
after-sales service or your specialist retailer.
Platform
WMZ
20500 For easier loading and unloading. The basket contained in the drawer can be used
Take all accessory parts out
to carry the laundry.
of the drum.
The drum must be empty.
Technical data
Exhaust air duct
Dimensions (DxWxH) 60 x 60 x 85 cm (height adjustable)
Weight approx. 36 kg
Max. capacity 7 kg
Connection voltage 220-240 V
Connected load 2200 W
Fuse protection 10 A
Ambient temperature 5 - 35°C
Product number
Inside of door
Production number
The rating plate can be found on the back of the dryer.
Clean and level.
Consumption rates
see Safety instructions page 13. Residual moisture in the fabrics
Fabrics/programmes Drying time**
after spinning
page 10) must be the
Cottons 7 kg
. Cupboard Dry* 1400 rpm (50%)
1000 rpm (60%)
800 rpm (70%)
Iron Dry* 1400 rpm (50%)
1000 rpm (60%)
800 rpm (70%)
Synthetics 3.5 kg
. Cupboard Dry* 800 rpm (40%)
600 rpm (50%)
* Programme setting for testing in accordance with applicable standard DIN EN61121.
** 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 amount of laundry being loaded.
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After-sales service
If you cannot rectify the fault yourself (e.g. switching off/on) What to do if..., page 11/12,
please contact our after-sales service. We will always find an appropriate solution and avoid
unnecessary visits by engineers.
The contact details of your local after-sales service can be found in the enclosed after-sales
service directory.
– 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.)
Please provide the after-sales service the product number (E no.) and the production number
(FD) of the appliance.
You can find this information:
inside the door* / in the opened service flap*
and on the rear of the appliance.
*depending on the model
Product number Production number
Trust the expertise of the manufacturer. Contact us for assistance. In this way, you can rest
assured that the repair will be carried out by trained service technicians using original spare
parts.
What to do if ...
Turn the programme selector to Off and remove the mains plug from the socket.
The Start/Pause indicator light Mains plug plugged in?
does not light up. Programme selected?
Energy
Check the socket fuse.
consumption**
The display panel light and Energy-saving mode is activated see the separate
indicator lights (depending on Energy-saving mode instructions.
model) go out and the
107 min 3.16 kWh
Start/Pause indicator light
128 min 3.95 kWh flashes.
149 min 4.60 kWh The display panel switches off. The appliance goes into the sleep mode after activating
Finished in option page 5.
83 min 1.96 kWh
(Fluff filter/Exhaust air duct) Clean the fluff filter page 4.
99 min 2.92 kWh
indicator light flashes. Press the Start/Pause button to reset the displayed
116 min 3.63 kWh indication and then press the Start/Pause button
again to restart the appliance if necessary.
Exhaust air duct blocked or bent?
Clean the exhaust air duct page 8.
47 min 1.32 kWh
If necessary, clean the insect screen on the exhaust air
59 min 1.72 kWh
pipe.
Dryer does not start. Start/Pause button selected? Door closed?
Programme set?
Programme terminates shortly Ambient temperature greater than 5°C?
after starting. Is the appliance loaded with the laundry?
Load too small for selected programme?/Use timed
programme page 6/7.
Loaded laundry dry?
Water is leaking out. Make sure the dryer is level.
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What to do if ... Safety instructions
The door opens by itself. Push the door closed until you hear it engage. Emergency – Pull the mains plug out of the socket immediately or disconnect the fuse.
ONLY use the – in rooms inside the house.
Drying result is not satisfactory Warm laundry feels damper than it really is.
dryer... – for drying fabrics.
(laundry feels too damp).
The selected programme does not suit the load. Use
The dryer must – be used for purposes other than those described above.
another drying programme or, in addition, select the – be modified in terms of its technology or attributes.
NEVER...
timed programme page 7.
Dangers – The dryer must not be used by children or persons who have not been
Dryer installed too closely to other objects? Provide instructed in its use.
adequate air circulation. – Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer.
– Keep pets away from the dryer.
Use Fine adjust for the dryness levels page 5.
– Remove all objects from the pockets of garments.
Pay particular attention to cigarette lighters
Fine layer of limescale on the humidity sensors
– Do not lean or sit on the door
Clean the moisture sensors page 8.
– Open the door with care. Hot steam may escape.
Programme termination, e.g. mains power supply failure,
Installation – Fasten down loose leads
door open or maximum drying time reached?
– Do not operate the dryer where there is a risk of frost.
Drying time too long. Clean the fluff filter under running water page 4. – The safety information in the separate installation instructions for the exhaust
air duct must be observed without fail.
Insufficient supply of air Ensure that air can circulate.
Mains – Connect the dryer to an AC earthed socket according to specifications, as
Ambient temperature greater than 35°C Ventilate the connection otherwise it cannot be guaranteed that the appliance is completely safe.
room. – The cable cross-section must be sufficient.
The humidity in the room Make sure the room is sufficiently ventilated. – Only use earth-leakage circuit breakers with the following symbol:
increases. Exhaust air duct installed/the exhaust air routes directly – The mains plug and socket must be compatible.
into the open air? Installation instructions for exhaust – Do not use multiple plugs/couplings and/or extension cables.
air duct, page 1. – Do not touch or hold the mains plug with wet hands
shock.
One or more indicator lights are Clean the fluff filter page 4/11.
– Never pull the mains plug out of the socket by its cable.
flashing. Check the installation conditions page 9.
– Do not damage the mains lead
Exhaust air duct blocked or bent?
Operation – Only load the drum with items of laundry.
Clean the exhaust air duct page 8.
Switch off, allow to cool, switch back on, and restart the Check what has been loaded before switching the dryer on.
programme. – Do not use the dryer if the laundry has been in contact with solvents, oil, wax,
grease or paint (e.g. hair spray, nail polish remover, stain remover, cleaning
Power failure. Remove the laundry from the dryer immediately and
solvent, etc.)
spread out. This allows the heat to dissipate. Be careful
– The tumble dryer is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for
as the door, the drum and the laundry may be hot.
cleaning.
– Dust risk (e.g. coal dust or flour): do not use the dryer
Condensation in the exhaust air Exhaust air duct too long? Check the maximum exhaust
– Do not turn off the dryer until the drying process ends, unless the laundry will
duct. air duct length. Further information Installation
instructions for exhaust air duct. be removed quickly and spread out, so that the heat can dissipate.
– Do not put laundry containing foamed material/rubber in the dryer
material may be destroyed and the dryer may be damaged due to possible
deformation of the foamed material.
– Final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat (cool down cycle), to
ensure that the items are left at a temperature that ensures that the items will
not be damaged.
– Switch off the dryer once the programme has ended.
Defect – Do not use the dryer if it is defective or if you suspect that it is.
Repairs must only be carried out by the after-sales service.
– Do not use the dryer with a faulty mains cable. In order to avoid danger,
have the mains lead replaced only by our after-sales service.
Spare parts – For safety reasons, you must only use genuine spare parts and accessories.
Disposal – Dryer: Disconnect the mains plug, then cut the mains cable off the appliance.
Dispose of the appliance at a municipal waste disposal site.
– Packaging: Do not allow children access to items of packaging
Risk of suffocation.
– All materials are environmentally friendly and reusable.
Dispose of them in an environmentally responsible manner.
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Risk of explosion
Risk of tipping.
Risk of tripping
Risk of electric
Risk of electric shock.
Risk of fire/explosion.
Risk of explosion.
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