Preparation - Siemens WT45W290GB Operating And Installation Instructions

Care and cleaning Only when switched off! Installation
Heat exchanger
– Scope of delivery: dryer, operating and installation instructions, basket for woollens
The dryer's heat exchanger is cleaned automatically during drying. SELF CLEANING appears (depending on the model).
rolling in the display panel. Do not pull out the condensate container during the cleaning – Check the dryer for transport damage.
process.
– The dryer is very heavy. Do not attempt to lift it on your own.
Dryer housing, control panel
– Be careful to avoid sharp edges.
– Wipe with a soft, damp cloth. – 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. Freezing water may cause damage.
– Do not clean with a water jet.
– If in doubt, have the appliance connected by a specialist.
– Remove detergent and cleaning agent residue immediately.
– Some water may collect between the window and the seal during drying.
1. Setting up the dryer
This does not affect the proper operation of your dryer in any way.
– The mains plug must always be accessible.
Filter in the condensate container – Ensure that the appliance is placed on a clean, level
and firm surface.
The filter is cleaned automatically when the condensate container is emptied.
– Do not obstruct the air inlet on the dryer.
However, the filter should still be cleaned regularly under running water This prevents
stubborn deposits/dirt from building up. – Keep the area around the dryer clean.
– Level the dryer using the threaded feet
1. Pull out the condensate container.
and a spirit level.
Never remove the threaded feet!
Do not install the dryer behind a door
or sliding door which could prevent or
obstruct the dryer door from opening.
2. Pull the filter out of its snap-in lock. This will prevent children from locking
themselves in and risking their lives.
3. Clean the filter under running water or in the dishwasher.
2. For mains connection,
– 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.
Frost protection
4. Refit the filter.
5. Insert the condensate container so that it locks into place.

Preparation

1. Empty the condensate container
Only operate the dryer with the filter inserted. 2. Select any programme using the programme selector.
3. Press the Start/Pause button
4. Wait several minutes or until the dryer stops, and then empty the condensate container
Moisture sensors again.
5 Turn the programme selector to Off.
The dryer is equipped with stainless steel moisture sensors.
Moisture sensors measure the moisture level of the laundry. Transport
After sustained, repeated operation, a fine layer of limescale
may form on the moisture sensors.
see Frost protection.
– Prepare the dryer
1. Open the door.
– Transport the dryer in a vertical upright position.
2. Clean the moisture sensors with a damp sponge which has a rough
– Following transportation, do not use the dryer for two hours.
surface.
The dryer contains residual water;
Do not use steel wool or abrasive agents!
this can flow out if the dryer is tilted.
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Technical Data
Dimensions (DxWxH) 60 x 60 x 85 cm (height adjustable)
Weight approx. 51 kg
Max. capacity 8 kg
Condensate container 4.0 l
Connection voltage 220-240 V
Connected load 1000 W
Fuse protection 10 A
Ambient temperature 5 - 35°C
Take all accessory parts out
Product number
of the drum. Inside of door
Production number
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
Spin speed which
Programme is used for spinning Duration**
the laundry
Cotton 8 kg 4 kg
Cupboard Dry* 1400 rpm 179 min 111 min
1000 rpm 203 min 122 min
800 rpm 227 min 143 min
Clean and level
Iron Dry* 1400 rpm 125 min 75 min
Make sure that the air inlet 1000 rpm 150 min 90 min
remains unobstructed
800 rpm 176 min 106 min
Easy-Care 3.5 kg
see Safety instructions page 13.
Cupboard Dry* 800 rpm 55 min
page 10) must be the 600 rpm 71 min
* Programme setting for testing in accordance with the applicable EN61121 standard.
** The values may differ from those specified, depending on the type of fabric, composition of laundry to be dried, residual moisture in the fabric,
the degree of dryness that has been set, the amount of laundry being loaded and the environmental conditions.
Do not operate the dryer
Most efficient programme for cotton fabrics
if there is a risk of frost.
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.
page 4,8/12.
Standard programme for cottons in accordance with current EU regulation 932/2012
condensation is pumped into the container. Programme Load Energy consumption
Cotton Cupboard Dry 8 kg/4 kg 1.80 kWh/1.04 kWh
Programme setting for testing and energy labelling in accordance with Directive 2010/30/EU.
Optional accessories
(order from the after-sales service using the order number, depending on the model)
WZ Washer-dryer stack connection set
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
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to the washing machine using this connection set. WZ 20400: with pull-out worktop.
WZ Platform
For easier loading and unloading. The basket contained in the drawer can be used to carry the laundry.
20500
WZ Wollens basket
For drying individual wollen fabrics, sports shoes and soft toys (see separate instructions for "Woollens basket").
20600
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Normal noises What to do if ...
During drying, the compressor and the pump generate some noise which is entirely normal.
The compressor in the dryer may
occasionally generate a humming noise.
The volume and pitch of this may vary
depending on the selected
programmes and the progress of the
drying.
Energy consumption**
The compressor in the dryer is ventilated
from time to time, which creates a whirring
8 kg 4 kg
sound.
1.57kWh 0.93 kWh
1.80 kWh 1.04 kWh
2.04 kWh 1.25 kWh
1.10 kWh 0.66 kWh
1.36 kWh 0.82 kWh
1.64 kWh 0.98 kWh
3.5 kg
0.51 kWh
0.66 kWh
The automatic cleaning process causes
a clicking noise.
Programme duration
203 min/122 min
The process of pumping the condensation
into the condensate container generates
pumping noises.
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Turn the programme selector to Off and remove After-sales service
the mains plug from the socket.
The Start/Pause indicator light does not light up. Mains plug plugged in? If you cannot rectify the fault yourself (e.g. switching off/on)
Programme selected? always find an appropriate solution and avoid unnecessary visits by engineers.
Check the socket fuse.
The contact details of your local after-sales service can be found in the enclosed after-sales service directory.
The display panel light and indicator lights Energy-saving mode is activated see the separate Energy-saving mode Please provide the after-sales service the product number (E no.) and the production number (FD) of the appliance.
(depending on model) go out and the Start/ instructions. – GB 03 448 928 999 (Calls charged at local or mobile rate)
– IE 01450 2655 (0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute.)
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) indicator light Empty the condensate container page 4.
Product number Production number
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.
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.
(Fluff filter) indicator light flashes. Clean the fluff filter page 4/8.
Press the Start/Pause button to reset the displayed indication and then press
Safety instructions
the Start/Pause button again to restart the appliance if necessary.
SELF CLEANING appears in the display panel. Not an error. Automatic cleaning of the heat exchanger. Emergency – Pull the appliance plug out of the socket immediately or disconnect the fuse.
Do not empty the condensate container.
ONLY use the – in rooms inside the house.
Dryer does not start. Start/Pause button selected? dryer... – to dry fabrics.
Door closed?
Ambient temperature greater than 5°C? The optimum ambient temperature for The dryer must – be used for purposes other than those described above.
NEVER... – be modified in terms of its technology or properties.
drying is between 5 °C and 35 °C.
Hazards – The dryer must not be used by children or persons who have not been instructed in its use.
Programme terminates shortly after starting. Is the appliance loaded with the laundry?
– Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer.
Load too small for selected programme?/Use timed programme page 6/7.
– Keep pets away from the dryer.
Loaded laundry dry?
– Remove all objects from pockets, and lighters in particular
Water is leaking out. Make sure the dryer is level. – Do not lean or sit on the door
Installation – Secure loose cables Risk of tripping.
The door opens by itself. Push the door closed until you hear it engage. – Do not operate a dryer if there is a risk of frost.
Mains connection – Connect the dryer to an AC earthed socket according to specifications, otherwise it cannot be guaranteed that the
Creasing. Laundry load exceeded?
appliance is completely safe.
Remove articles of clothing immediately after the end of the programme, hang up
– The cable cross-section must be sufficient.
and pull into shape.
Unsuitable programme selected page 7. – Only use earth-leakage circuit breakers with the following symbol:
– The appliance plug and socket must be compatible.
Laundry is not dried correctly or is still too damp. After the end of the programme, warm laundry feels damper than it actually is.
– Do not use multiple plugs/connectors and/or extension cables.
Spread the laundry out and allow the heat to disperse.
– Do not touch or hold the appliance plug with wet hands
Finely adjust the dryness level – this extends the drying time but does not increase – Never pull the appliance plug out of the socket by its cable.
the temperature. Your laundry will become drier.
– Do not damage the mains lead
Select a programme with a longer drying time or increase the drying level. This does Operation – Only load the drum with laundry. Check the contents before you switch the dryer on.
– Do not use the dryer if the laundry has been in contact with solvents, oil, wax, grease or paint (e.g. hair styling
not increase the temperature.
products, nail varnish remover, stain remover, cleaning solvent, etc.)
Select a time programme for extended drying of laundry that is still damp.
– The tumble dryer is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning.
If you have exceeded the maximum load for the programme, the laundry may not be – Dust (e.g. coal dust, flour) poses a danger: Do not use the dryer
dried correctly. – Do not turn off the dryer until the drying process ends, unless the laundry will be removed quickly and spread out,
so that the heat can dissipate.
Clean the moisture sensor in the drum. A fine layer of limescale may adversely affect
– Do not put laundry containing foamed material/rubber in the dryer
the performance of the sensors and your washing will not dry properly.
dryer be damaged due to possible deformation of the foamed material.
Drying has been interrupted as a result of a power cut, because the condensate – When cleaning the fluff filter, make sure that no foreign material (down or filling material) gets into the air duct
container is full or because the maximum drying time has been exceeded. opening. If necessary, clean the drum beforehand with a vacuum cleaner. If foreign material should still get into
the air duct call the after-sales service
Drying time too long. Clean the fluff filters under running water page 4/8.
– Light things, such as long hair, may be sucked into the air inlet of the dryer
Insufficient supply of air Ensure that air can circulate. – 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.
Air inlet possibly blocked Clear inlet page 9.
– Switch off the dryer once the programme has ended.
– The water from condensation is not drinking water and may be contaminated with fluff.
Ambient temperature higher than 35°C Ventilate the room. The optimum
ambient temperature for drying is between 5 °C and 35 °C. Outside of this range, the
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
drying time may increase.
service.
One or more indicator lights are flashing. Clean the fluff filter page 4,8/12. – 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.
Check the installation conditions page 9.
Switch off, allow to cool, switch back on and restart the programme.
Spare parts – For safety reasons, you must only use genuine spare parts and accessories.
Power failure. Remove the laundry from the dryer immediately and spread out. This allows the heat Disposal – Pull out the appliance plug, then cut off the mains cable from the appliance. Dispose of the appliance at a
to dissipate. Be careful as the door, the drum and the laundry may be hot. municipal waste disposal facility.
– The dryer's heat exchanger contains fluorinated greenhouse gas in a hermetically sealed unit (R134a)
Other intermittent noises and vibrations. Not an error. Normal noises page 11.
dispose of in a proper manner. Capacity: 0.220 kg. Total GWP: 0.315 tCO
– Packaging: Keep all packaging out of reach of babies and children
Loud humming noise for several seconds. Has the condensate container been properly inserted? Push the condensate
– All materials are environmentally sound and can be reused. Dispose of them in an environmentally-responsible
container all the way in.
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Not an error. Normal noises page 11.
What to do if..., page 12, please contact our after-sales service. We will
You can find this information: inside the door* / in the opened service
flap* and on the rear of the appliance.
*depending on the model
Risk of explosion.
Risk of tipping.
Risk of electric shock.
Risk of electric shock.
Risk of fire/explosion.
Risk of explosion.
Tumble dryer
elastic material may be destroyed and the
WT45W290GB
Risk of fire/explosion.
Risk of injury.
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Observe the safety instructions on page 13.
. Read these instructions and the separate Energy-saving mode
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Risk of suffocation. instructions before switching on the dryer.
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