Bosch WTE84102SN Instruction 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
that it functions correctly and is in perfect condition.
Do not leave children
Should you have any questions, our after-sales service will be pleased
unsupervised near the dryer.
to help.
Keep pets away from the dryer.
The dryer can be operated by children 8 years old
Disposal in an environmentally-responsible manner
and older, by persons with reduced physical,
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-responsible manner.
sensory or mental abilities and by persons with
This appliance is labelled in accordance with the European insufficient experience or knowledge if they are
guideline 2002/96/EG on waste electrical and electronic supervised or have been instructed in its use by
a responsible adult.
equipment - WEEE.
The guideline provides an EU-wide framework for the return and
recycling of old appliances.
For further information about our products, accessories, spare parts
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
operating the dryer.
functions
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
Service displays
What to do if... / After-sales service . . . . 10
/ drying, iron dry, cupboard dry, fluff/finished
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
(Container) Empty the condensation container.
(Filter) Clean the fluff filter and/or air cooler under running water
Reduced temperature for delicate fabrics
(Low Heat) a longer drying time; e.g. for polyacrylics, polyamide, elastane or acetate.
Fine adjustment The drying result (e.g. Cupboard Dry) can be adjusted over three levels (1 - max. 3) for the
of the drying Cottons, Synthetics,
result one of these programmes has been finely adjusted, the setting is retained for the others.
Further information Page 5/6.
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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) button
Only operate the dryer with
the fluff filter inserted!
Page 4/6.
that require
0, 1, 2, 3
Mix and Super 40' programmes presetting = 0. After
2
Drying
Emptying condensation
Empty container after each drying operation!
1. Pull out condensation 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.
Condensation 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 0 (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 Reduced Ironing function is also
selected-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) button.
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Information on laundry ... Fine adjustment of the drying result
Labelling of fabrics
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
Short signal when changing from level 3 to 0, otherwise
Drying at normal temperature.
long signal.
Drying at low temperature also select (Low Heat).
Do not machine dry.
Care and cleaning
Observe safety instructions without fail Page 11!
Do not tumble-dry the following fabrics for example:
Dryer housing, control panel, air cooler, moisture sensors
– Impermeable fabrics (e.g. rubber-coated fabrics).
– Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
– Delicate materials (silk or curtains made from synthetic material) they may crease
– Do not use harsh cleaning agents and solvents.
– Laundry contaminated with oil.
– Remove detergent and cleaning agent residue immediately.
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
Air cooler / Protective filter
towel).
When cleaning, only remove the protective filter. Clean the air cooler
– Close zips, hooks and eyelets, and button up covers.
behind the protective filter once a year.
Tie fabric belts, apron strings, etc. together
– Allow the dryer to cool.
– Do not over-dry easy-care laundry risk of creasing!
Allow laundry to finish drying in the air. – Residual water may leak out, so place an absorbent towel
– Do not dry woolens in the dryer, only use to freshen them up Page 7, Woollens Finish
Programme (depending on model).
1. Unlock the maintenance door.
– Do not iron laundry immediately after drying, fold items up and leave for a while the
2. Open the maintenance door fully.
remaining moisture will then be distributed evenly.
– The drying result depends on the type of water used during washing. Fine adjustment
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.
3. Turn both locking levers towards each another.
– Starched laundry is not always suitable for dryers starch leaves behind a coating that
4. Pull out the protective filter/air cooler.
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. Do not damage the protective filter or air cooler.
– Use the timer programme for small loads this improves the drying result. Clean with warm water only. Do not use any hard or sharp-edged
Environmental protection / Energy-saving tips objects.
– Before drying, spin the laundry thoroughly in the washing machine the higher the spin
speed the shorter the drying time will be (consumes less energy), also spin easy-care
5. Clean the protective filter/ air cooler thoroughly,
laundry.
Allow to drip dry.
– Put in, but do not exceed, the maximum recommended quantity of laundry
programme overview Page 7. 6. Clean the seals.
– Make sure the room is well ventilated during drying. 7. Re-insert the protective filter/air cooler,
– Do not obstruct or seal up the air inlet.
with the handle facing down.
– Keep the air cooler clean Page 6 "Care and cleaning".
8. Turn back both locking levers.
Fine adjustment of the drying result
9. Close the maintenance door until the lock clicks into place.
Moisture sensors
Adjustment of the levels of dryness
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.
Turn to 1 x to Press and hold (Low Heat) Press (Low Heat) until Turn to
0 (Off) the right and turn 5 x to the right the required level is reached 0 (Off)
Do not use steel wool or abrasive materials.
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(drying), (iron dry), (cupboard dry),
/ (fluff/finished) are displayed in sequence.
Only when switched off!
Clean the protective filter 5 - 6 times a year
or if (Filter) flashes after cleaning the fluff filter.
underneath the maintenance door.
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