Gaggenau WT 260100 Instructions For Installation And Use Manual

Your dryer Intended use
Congratulations – you have chosen to buy a modern, high-quality For domestic use only.
Gaggenau domestic appliance.
Only to be used for drying fabrics that have been
A distinctive feature of the condensation dryer with heat pump and
washed with water.
automatic cleaning of the heat exchanger is its low energy
Keep children younger than 3 years old away
consumption.
from the dryer.
Every dryer which leaves our factory is carefully checked to ensure
Do not let children make the cleaning and
that it functions correctly and is in perfect condition.
maintenance work on the dryer without supervision.
Should you have any questions, our after-sales service will be
Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer.
pleased to help.
Keep pets away from the dryer.
The dryer can be operated by children 8 years old
Environmentally-responsible disposal
and older, by persons with reduced physical,
This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive sensory or mental abilities and by persons with
2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances insufficient experience or knowledge if they are
(waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE). supervised or have been instructed in its use by
The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling a responsible adult.
of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU This appliance is intended for use up to a maximum
height of 4000 metres above sea level.
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Programmes / Fabrics
Detailed overview of the programmes and fabrics
Programme overview, Page 7.
Observe the care information on the care label.
Dryness level, timer programming and options can be
individually selected depending on the selected programme
and the progress of the programme.
COTTONS Hard-wearing fabrics
Contents
Page EASY CARE Fabrics made from synthetic or
blended fabrics
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
MIX A mixed load of fabrics made of cotton
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
or synthetic fabrics
Drying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4
SHOES IN BASKET Shoes
Display panel and buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Notes on laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 WOOL IN BASKET Woollen fabrics that are suitable
for use in washers.
Overview of programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 COLD }
All types of fabric except for wool
Consumption rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
WARM and silk.
Normal noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
SHIRTS Shirts and blouses made of cotton
What to do if ... / After-sales service. . . . . 11/12
BLOUSES and blended fabrics
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
DOWNS Fabrics with down filling
OUTDOOR Functional clothing made of microfibre
SUPER 40 Synthetic fibres, light cotton or mixed
fabrics
JEANS Fabrics made from jeans/denim
Large quilted fabrics containing
BLANKETS
synthetic fibres
TOWELS Terry-towelling laundry e.g. towels
and bathrobes
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Preparation
Installation Installation and maintenance instructions, Page 1
Never start the dryer if it is damaged.
Inspect the
Inform your after-sales service.
dryer
Make sure your hands are dry. Connect the
Hold the plug only.
mains plug
Sort the 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 "basket for woollens"
(depending on the model)
The dryer is switched on and off by pressing
Open the door/load the laundry/
the button in the centre of the programme selector.
Select the programme by turning the outer ring on the programme
press the programme selector/
selector (the selector can be turned in both directions).
set the programme
The selected programme is displayed.
Close the door
Programme selector / Off Display panel / Buttons
Select the
(START/PAUSE)
button
M1 (Memory 1) }
Saves or calls
M2 (Memory 2) individual settings 3 sec. Change the functions in the display using the buttons
end signal, button signal, C/board dry extra, C/board dry,
Child lock
auto power-off and Language (Drying target)
Activate/deactivate Press the two selection buttons (Easy-Iron) Reduced ironing function can be set up to
at the same time and hold them for 3 seconds.
120 minutes
(Finished in) Time delay
(Options) Spin Speed, Adjust drying level,
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Drying Empty the condensate container
By default, the condensation from the appliance runs into
the condensation container.
Alternatively, you have the option of discharging the
condensation water (into the waste-water system via a drain
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hose) supplied depending on the model. If you choose to
discharge the condensation water into the waste-water
system, you will not need to empty the condensation
container during the drying programme or after each time
you use the dryer.
1. Remove the container, holding it level.
2. Pour out the condensation. Push the container back in
Fascia panel
until it clicks into place.
Condensate
You must also observe the Installation and maintenance
container with filter
Door
instructions, Page 3.
Clean the fluff filters
Clean fluff filters reduce energy consumption.
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The fluff filter consists of two parts.
Clean the inner and outer fluff filter after
every drying cycle.
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1. Open the door. Remove fluff from the
door/door area.
2. Pull out the inner
and outer fluff filter
and open them out.
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3. Remove any fluff,
rinse both fluff filters
under running water
and dry thoroughly.
4. Fold the fluff filters
closed, put them
back together and reinsert into the appliance.
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3 Remove the laundry and switch off
Two-part fluff the dryer
filter
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End of the programme ...
Interrupt the programme
Air inlet
1 Open the door or press the (START/PAUSE) button;
the drying cycle is cancelled.
2 Add or remove laundry and close the door.
Iron dry Drying
3 If required, select a new programme and additional
functions. Press the (START/PAUSE) button.
The (Finished in) time is updated after a few minutes.
low heat Further information can be found on page 5
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Display panel and buttons Information on laundry ...
Display panel Labelling of fabrics
Please clean lint filter Clean the fluff filters Page 4.
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
Please empty Empty the condensate container Page 4 and/or clean the filter in the condensate container
Suitable for tumble drying
condensate container Installation and maintenance instructions, Page 3.
Dry at normal temperature.
Heat exchanger is Automatic cleaning of the heat exchanger. Do not empty the condensate container while this
Dry at low temperature.
being rinsed is displayed.
Do not tumble dry.
Buttons
Do not tumble-dry the following fabrics:
(Drying target) Select the dryness level (e.g. C/board dry) or the drying time (20 mins up to 3 hrs: 30 mins.,
– Non-breathable fabrics (e.g. rubber-coated).
depending on the model and programme).
– Delicate materials (silk, curtains made from synthetic material)
C/board Dry Extra: For laundry with thick, multi-layered parts.
– Oil-stained laundry.
C/board dry: For single-layered laundry.
Drying tips
Iron Dry: The condition of the laundry means it is suitable for ironing (iron clothes in
order to avoid creases).
– To ensure a consistent drying result, sort the laundry by fabric type and drying programme.
(Easy-Iron) After the programme finishes, the drum moves at regular intervals to prevent creases. – Always dry very small fabrics (e.g. baby socks) together with large items of laundry
Automatic reduced ironing function can be set in 30-minute intervals up to 120 minutes.
(e.g. towels).
The standard setting for each programme is 60 minutes.
– Close zips, hooks and eyelets, and button up covers. Tie cloth belts, apron strings, etc.
(Finished in) When a programme is selected, the anticipated drying time for the maximum load is displayed. together or use a laundry bag.
While drying, the moisture sensors detect the actual load and correct the programme length.
– Do not over-dry easy-care laundry
This is shown in the display by jumps in the (Finished in) time.
the air.
The (Finished in) time can be delayed in one-hour steps, up to a maximum of 24 hours.
– Do not iron laundry immediately after drying; fold items up and leave for a while
Press the (Finished in) button repeatedly until the required number of hours is displayed
residual moisture will then be distributed evenly.
(h=hour).
– Knitted fabrics (e.g. T-shirts, jerseys) often shrink slightly the first time they are tumble-dried.
(Options) Spin Speed ; Adjust drying level ; low heat
Do not use the C/board dry extra programme.
Depending on the selected programme, it may not be possible to select individual options.
– Starched laundry is not always suitable for dryers
reduces the drying effect.
Spin Speed: The spin speed that was used for the spin in the washing machine used
exclusively to display the anticipated drying time ( (Finished in) time) more precisely. – When washing laundry that is to be tumble-dried afterwards, use the correct amount of
fabric softener as specified in the manufacturer's instructions.
Adjust drying level: The drying result (e.g. C/board dry) can be increased in three stages
(+1 - max. +3); exception: Timer programme default setting = 0. After one programme has – With a small load, use the Timed programme.
been finely adjusted, the setting is retained for the others.
Environmental protection / Energy-saving tips
low heat: Reduced temperature for delicate fabrics , e.g. polyacrylic, polyamide or
– Before drying, spin the laundry in the washing machine
elastane, with a longer drying time.
shorter the drying time will be, thus less energy is consumed. Also spin easy-care laundry.
M1 / M2 For saving individual programme settings that are used frequently. Use the programme
– Use the maximum recommended capacity, but do not exceed it
(Memory 1/2) selector to select the required programme. Press and hold the M1 / M2 (Memory 1/2) button
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for 3 seconds until the required programme has been saved.
– Make sure the room is well ventilated during drying.
To select the saved programme, briefly press the M1 / M2 (Memory 1/2) button. The
– Clean the fluff filters after every drying cycle
programme that is called from M1 / M2 (Memory 1/2) is displayed on the display panel.
– Keep the supply of cool air unobstructed
3 sec . end signal, button signal, auto power-off and Language. Press and hold buttons 3 sec .
for 3 seconds in order to access the menu.
end signal/button signal: The signal volume level can be selected: off - quiet - medium - loud
- very loud.
auto power-off: Activate/deactivate by pressing the 3 sec . buttons.
The dryer automatically switches off, depending on your selection, after 15, 30
or 60 minutes. The setting is active after (Easy-Iron) or end of programme.
Language: Select the required language.
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these may crease.
Risk of creasing. Allow laundry to finish drying in
starch leaves behind a coating that
the higher the spin speed, the
Programme overview,
Cleaning the fluff filters, Page 4.
Do not cover or block the air inlet.
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