Bosch WTB8620SZA Operating Instructions Manual page 2

Care and cleaning Only when switched off!
Installation
Dryer housing, 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.
– The dryer is very heavy. Do not attempt to lift it on your own.
– Remove detergent and cleaning agent residue immediately.
– Be careful to avoid sharp edges.
– During drying, water may occasionally accumulate between the window and the seal.
– Do not lift the dryer by protruding parts (e.g. the door) - risk of breakage.
This does not affect the proper operation of your dryer.
– Do not set up in a room that is susceptible to frost.
Heat exchanger
Freezing water may cause damage.
– If in doubt, have the appliance connected by a specialist.
The heat exchanger requires cleaning once a month,
however this varies depending on how frequently the dryer is used. Setting up the dryer
1.
Allow the dryer to cool down and place an absorbent cloth under the maintenance flap.
– The mains plug must always be accessible.
Residual water may escape. – Ensure that the appliance is placed on a clean, level and
firm surface.
1. Unlock the maintenance flap and open completely.
– Do not obstruct the air inlet on the dryer .
2. Turn both locking levers towards each another. – Keep the area around the dryer clean.
– Level the dryer using the threaded feet
and a spirit level.
Never remove the threaded feet !
Do not install the dryer behind a door
3. Pull out the cap.
or sliding door which could prevent or
obstruct the dryer door from opening.
This will prevent children from locking
themselves in and risking their lives.
4. Remove the heat exchanger.
For mains connection,
2.
Take care not to damage the heat exchanger. – Connect to an AC earthed socket. If in doubt have the socket checked by a specialist.
When cleaning, use water only. Do not use hard or sharp-edged objects. – The mains voltage and the voltage shown on the rating plate (
– The connected load and necessary fuse protection are specified on the rating plate.
Converting the installed load
5. Rinse the heat exchanger and the cap on all sides with a jet of water to 3.
1. Turn the programme selector to Off.
completely remove all of the fluff.
2. Press and hold the
3. Turn the programme selector to
6. Remove any fluff from the seals on the dryer and heat exchanger.
setting appears in the display:
4. Press the + Fine adjust button to change the settings.
7. Allow to drip dry fully.
5. Turn the programme selector to Off.
8. First insert the heat exchanger, then the cap.
9. Turn back both locking levers and close the
maintenance flap until it locks closed.
Moisture sensors
Frost protection / Transport
The dryer is equipped with stainless steel moisture sensors.
Moisture sensors measure the moisture level of the laundry.
After sustained, repeated operation, a fine layer of limescale
Preparation
may form on the moisture sensors.
1. Empty the condensate container
2. Select any programme using the programme selector.
1. Open the door.
3. Press the Start/Pause button
2. Clean the moisture sensors with a damp sponge which has a rough 4. Wait several minutes or until the dryer stops, and then empty the condensate container
surface. again.
5. Turn the programme selector to Off.
Do not use steel wool or abrasive agents!
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Technical Data
Dimensions (DxWxH) 60 x 60 x 85 cm (height adjustable)
Weight approx. 45 kg
Max. capacity 8 kg
Condensate container 4.0 l
Connection voltage 220-240 V
Connected load 2100-2800 W
Fuse protection 16 A / 10 A
Ambient temperature 5 - 35°C
Take all accessory parts out
Product number Production number Inside of door
of the drum.
The drum must be empty. The rating plate can be found on the back of the dryer.
Power consumption when switched off 0.10 W
Power consumption when ready for use (left-on mode) 1.00 W
Drum interior light (depending on model): The drum lights up after the door is opened and after the programme
starts, and switches off automatically.
Consumption values table
(The value on the label is achieved at the maximum heat setting.)
Spin speed which
Programme is used for spinning Duration**
the laundry
8 kg 4 kg
Cottons
10 A 16 A 10 A 16 A 10 A
. Cupboard Dry* 1400 rpm 140 min 108 min 95 min 65 min 3.84 kWh
1000 rpm 158 min 126 min 106 min 76 min 4.61 kWh
Clean and level
800 rpm 176 min 144 min 117 min 87 min 5.31 kWh
Iron Dry* 1400 rpm 116 min 86 min 86 min 56 min 2.30 kWh
Make sure that the air inlet
remains unobstructed 1000 rpm 135 min 103 min 97 min 67 min 3.53 kWh
800 rpm 153 min 121 min 110 min 80 min 3.96 kWh
see Safety instructions page 13.
Synthetics 3.5 kg
. Cupboard Dry* 800 rpm 52 min 46 min 1.42 kWh
page 10) must be the same.
600 rpm 65 min 56 min 1.74 kWh
* Programme setting for testing in accordance with the applicable EN61121 standard.
Note the fuse protection of the socket (10/16 Amps.).
** 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.
+ Fine adjust button.
Most efficient programme for cotton fabrics
Cottons : Cupboard Dry Plus; wait until the recent
=10A or =16A. The following "standard cottons programme" (identified with ) is suitable for drying normal, wet cotton laundry and is most efficient in terms of its
combined energy consumption for drying wet cotton laundry.
Standard programme for cottons in accordance with current EU regulation 932/2012
Programme Load Energy consumption
Cottons 10 A 16 A
Cupboard Dry 8 kg/4 kg
4.61kWh/2.59 kWh 4.61kWh/2.59 kWh 158 min/106 min
Programme setting for testing and energy labelling in accordance with Directive 2010/30/EU.
Do not operate the dryer if
Optional accessories
there is a risk of frost.
(order from the after-sales service using the order number, depending on the model)
WTZ Connection fittings for condensation outlet
The condensation is conveyed directly via a hose.
1110
page 4/11.
WMZ Wollens basket
For drying individual wollen fabrics, sports shoes and soft toys (see separate instructions for "Woollens basket").
20600
condensation is pumped into the container.
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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.
Energy consumption**
8 kg 4 kg
What to do if ...
16 A 10 A 16 A
3.84 kWh 2.22 kWh 2.22 kWh
4.61 kWh 2.59 kWh 2.59 kWh
5.31 kWh 3.20 kWh 3.20 kWh
Turn the programme selector to Off and remove the mains plug from the socket.
2.30 kWh 1.49 kWh 1.49 kWh
3.53 kWh 2.30 kwh 2.30 kwh
The Start/Pause indicator light Mains plug plugged in?
3.96 kWh 2.62 kwh 2.62 kwh
does not light up. Programme selected?
3.5 kg
Check the socket fuse.
1.42 kWh
The display panel light and Energy-saving mode is activated see the separate
1.74 kWh
indicator lights (depending on Energy-saving mode instructions.
model) go out and the Start/
Pause indicator light flashes.
The display panel switches off. The appliance goes into the sleep mode after activating
Finished in option page 5.
The (Condensate container) Empty the condensate container page 4.
indicator light flashes. Press the Start/Pause button to reset the displayed
indication and then press the Start/Pause button
Programme duration again to restart the appliance if necessary.
If featured, check the hose for condensation outlet.
10 A 16 A
(Fluff filter/Heat exchanger) Clean the fluff filter page 4.
126 min/76 min
indicator light flashes. Press the Start/Pause button to reset the displayed
indication and then press the Start/Pause button
again to restart the appliance if necessary.
Clean the heat exchanger page 8.
Dryer does not start. Start/Pause button selected?
Door closed?
Programme set?
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What to do if ... Safety instructions
Programme terminates shortly Ambient temperature greater than 5°C? Emergency – Pull the appliance plug out of the socket immediately or disconnect the fuse.
after starting. Is the appliance loaded with the laundry?
ONLY use the – in rooms inside the house.
Load too small for selected programme?/Use timed dryer... – to dry fabrics.
programme page 6/7.
The dryer must – be used for purposes other than those described above.
Loaded laundry dry?
NEVER... – be modified in terms of its technology or properties.
Water is leaking out. Make sure the dryer is level. Hazards – The dryer must not be used by children or persons who have not been instructed
Clean the heat exchanger seal. in its use.
– Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer.
The door opens by itself. Push the door closed until you hear it engage.
– Keep pets away from the dryer.
– Remove all objects from pockets, and lighters in particular
Creasing. Laundry load exceeded? – Do not lean or sit on the door
Remove articles of clothing immediately after the end
Installation – Secure loose cables
of the programme, hang up and pull into shape.
– Do not operate a dryer if there is a risk of frost.
Unsuitable programme selected page 7.
Mains – Connect the dryer to an AC earthed socket according to specifications, otherwise it
connection cannot be guaranteed that the appliance is completely safe.
Laundry is not dried correctly or is After the end of the programme, warm laundry feels
– The cable cross-section must be sufficient.
still too damp. damper than it actually is. Spread the laundry out and
allow the heat to disperse.
– Only use earth-leakage circuit breakers with the following symbol:
– The appliance plug and socket must be compatible.
Finely adjust the dryness level – this extends the drying
– Do not use multiple plugs/connectors and/or extension cables.
time but does not increase the temperature. Your laundry – Do not touch or hold the appliance plug with wet hands
will become drier.
– Never pull the appliance plug out of the socket by its cable.
– Do not damage the mains lead
Select a programme with a longer drying time or increase
Operation – Only load the drum with laundry.
the drying level. This does not increase the temperature.
Check the contents before you switch the dryer on.
Select a time programme for extended drying of laundry – Do not use the dryer if the laundry has been in contact with solvents, oil, wax, grease
that is still damp. or paint (e.g. hair setting spray, nail polish remover, stain remover, cleaning solvent,
etc.) fire/explosion hazard.
If you have exceeded the maximum load for the
– The tumble dryer is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for
programme, the laundry may not be dried correctly.
cleaning.
– Dust (e.g. coal dust, flour) poses a danger: do not use the dryer
Clean the moisture sensor in the drum. A fine layer of
hazard.
limescale may adversely affect the performance of the
– Do not turn off the dryer until the drying process ends, unless the laundry will be
sensors and your washing will not dry properly.
removed quickly and spread out, so that the heat can dissipate.
– Do not put laundry containing foamed material/rubber in the dryer
Drying has been interrupted as a result of a power cut,
material may be destroyed and the dryer may be damaged due to possible
because the condensate container is full or because the
deformation of the foamed material.
maximum drying time has been exceeded.
– When cleaning the fluff filter, make sure that no foreign material (down or filling
material) gets into the air duct opening. If necessary, clean the drum beforehand with
Drying time too long. Clean the fluff filter under running water page 4/11.
a vacuum cleaner. If foreign material should still get into the air duct
Insufficient supply of air Ensure that air can circulate. sales service
– Light things, such as long hair, may be sucked into the air inlet of the dryer
Air inlet possibly blocked Clear inlet page 9.
of injury.
– Final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat (cool down cycle), to ensure
Ambient temperature higher than 35°C Ventilate the
that the items are left at a temperature that ensures that the items will not be
room.
damaged.
One or more indicator lights are Clean the fluff filter and heat exchanger page 4,8/11. – Switch off the dryer once the programme has ended.
– The exterior of the appliance's rear panel becomes very hot during
flashing. Check the installation conditions page 9.
operation. Never touch the hot surface of the appliance's rear panel. Keep
Switch off, allow to cool, switch back on and restart the
children away from the appliance
programme.
– The water from condensation is not drinking water and may be
Power failure. Remove the laundry from the dryer immediately and contaminated with fluff.
spread out. This allows the heat to dissipate. Be careful Defect – Do not use the dryer if it is defective or if you suspect that it is.
as the door, the drum and the laundry may be hot. Repairs must only be carried out by the after-sales service.
– Do not use the dryer if the mains cable is defective. To avoid danger, only have the
defective mains cable replaced by the after-sales service.
Spare parts – For safety reasons, you must only use genuine spare parts and accessories.
Disposal – Pull out the appliance plug, then cut off the mains cable from the appliance.
Dispose of the appliance at a municipal waste disposal site.
– Packaging: Keep all packaging out of reach of babies and children
of suffocation.
– All materials are environmentally sound and can be reused.
Dispose of them in an environmentally-responsible manner.
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Risk of explosion.
Risk of tipping.
Risk of tripping.
Risk of electric shock.
Risk of electric shock.
explosion
elastic
call the after-
Risk of fire/explosion.
Risk
Dryer
WTB8620SZA
Risk of burns!
en operating instructions
Risk
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