Bosch WTM8327SZA User Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Tumble dryer WTM8327SZA [en] User manual and installation instructions...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Futher information and explanations are available online: Table of contents 1 Safety ...........  4 9 Programmes ......  22 1.1 General information.... 4 9.1 Automatic programmes...  22 1.2 Intended use...... 4 9.2 Timed programmes .... 23 1.3 Restriction on user group.. 4 10 Accessories......  25 1.4 Safe installation ......
  • Page 3 15 Basic settings......  33 15.1 Overview of the basic set- tings........ 33 15.2 Changing the basic set- tings........ 34 16 Cleaning and servicing ...  34 16.1 Tips on cleaning and care .. 34 16.2 Base unit .......  35 16.3 Moisture sensor.....  37 17 Troubleshooting......  38 18 Transportation, storage and disposal ........  42...
  • Page 4: Safety

    en Safety 1 Safety Observe the following safety instructions. 1.1 General information ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. ¡ Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner. ¡ Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit. 1.2 Intended use Only use this appliance: ¡...
  • Page 5: Safe Installation

    Safety en 1.4 Safe installation WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect installation is dangerous. ▶ Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate. ▶ Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating cur- rent only via a properly installed socket with earthing. ▶...
  • Page 6 en Safety ▶ If the power cord is too short and a longer one is not available, please contact an electrician to have the domestic installation adapted. WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! The high weight of the appliance may result in injury when lifted. ▶...
  • Page 7: Safe Use

    Safety en CAUTION ‒ Risk of cutting! Touching sharp edges on the appliance may lead to cuts. ▶ Do not touch the sharp edges on the appliance. ▶ Wear protective gloves when installing and transporting the ap- pliance. 1.5 Safe use WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous.
  • Page 8 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of explosion! If there is coal dust or flour in the air around the appliance, this may cause an explosion. ▶ Keep the area around the appliance clean during operation. WARNING ‒ Risk of poisoning! Condensation water from this appliance is not suitable for drinking and may be contaminated with fluff.
  • Page 9: Safe Cleaning And Maintenance

    Safety en ▶ If drying is interrupted early, remove the laundry immediately and spread it out. CAUTION ‒ Risk of injury! The covering plate may break if you stand on or climb onto the appliance. ▶ Do not stand on or climb onto the appliance. The appliance may tip over if you sit on or lean against the open door.
  • Page 10 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! The use of non-original spare parts and non-original accessories is dangerous. ▶ Only use the manufacturer's original spare parts and original ac- cessories. WARNING ‒ Risk of poisoning! Poisonous fumes may be given off if you use cleaning agents that contain solvents.
  • Page 11: Preventing Material Damage

    Preventing material damage en Clean the appliance with nothing ▶ 2 Preventing material but water and a soft, damp cloth. Remove all detergent residue, damage ▶ spray residue or other residues im- mediately if they come into contact ATTENTION! with the appliance. The functionality of the appliance may be impaired if you use the wrong quantity of fabric softener, de-...
  • Page 12: Energy Saving Mode

    en Installation and connection Open the door. After drying, clean the fluff filter Remove any accessories from the → Page 27. drum. a If the fluff filter is dirty, this reduces Close the door. the air flow in the appliance, ex- tends the programme duration and 4.2 Scope of delivery increases energy consumption.
  • Page 13: Requirements For The Install- Ation Location

    Installation and connection en 4.3 Requirements for the in- Installation loca- Requirements tion stallation location In a washer-dryer Only use the ori- ATTENTION! stack ginal connection If the appliance is tilted at an angle set from the greater than 40°, residual water may dryer manufac- leak out of the appliance and cause turer when set-...
  • Page 14: Aligning The Appliance

    en Installation and connection 4.4 Aligning the appliance In order to reduce vibrations and noises, align the appliance correctly. To align the appliance, turn the ap- ▶ pliance feet. Check that the appli- ance is level using a spirit level. All appliance feet must stand firmly on the ground.
  • Page 15: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en 5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.1 Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here. On certain models, specific details such as the colour and shape may differ from those pictured. Ventilation opening Maintenance flap on the base unit → Page 35 Fluff filter → Page 27...
  • Page 16: Wool Basket

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.2 Wool basket Securing foot Wool basket Insert Tab for securing in the hook 5.3 Control panel You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status. Programmes → Page 22 Programme selector → Page 26...
  • Page 17: Display

    Display en 6 Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Example: Display Display Designation Description 0:40 Programme dura- Expected programme duration or pro- tion/programme gramme time remaining in hours and time remaining minutes. 1:25 Timed programme The timed programme is set. → "Timed programmes", Page 23 Programme end → "Buttons", Page 20...
  • Page 18: Dryness Level

    en Display Display Designation Description Condensation Empty the condensation container container → Page 29. Insert the condensation container → Page 29. Fluff filter Clean the fluff filter. Base unit → "Cleaning the fluff filter", Page 27 Clean the base unit. → "Base unit", Page 35 Drying Programme status Dryness level: Iron Programme status Dryness level: Programme status...
  • Page 19 Buttons en 7 Buttons Below is an overview of the buttons and their setting options. Button Selection Description ¡ Start Start, cancel or pause the programme. ¡ Cancel ¡ Pause ⁠ 3 sec. ¡ Activate Activate or deactivate the childproof lock. ¡ Deactivate Disable the control panel to prevent unwanted or accidental operation.
  • Page 20 en Buttons Button Selection Description Up to 24 hours Set the programme end time. The programme duration is already included in the set number of hours. Once the programme has started, the pro- gramme duration is dis- played. Multiple selection Set the programme dura- tion for timed pro- grammes.
  • Page 21: Changing The Dryness Level

    Dryness level en 8 Dryness level Each automatic programme has a specified dryness level. The dryness level defines how dry or damp your laundry is after the programme ends. Dryness level Laundry Drying result Cupboard Dry Multi-layered, thick laundry The laundry is dry. Plus that does not dry readily.
  • Page 22: Programmes

    en Programmes 9 Programmes You can dry your fabrics using either an automatic programme or a timed pro- gramme. 9.1 Automatic programmes Automatic programmes are pro- Tips grammes in which humidity sensors ¡ Select the dryness level according measure the residual moisture in the to the type of fabric or the desired laundry during the drying cycle.
  • Page 23: Timed Programmes

    Programmes en Programme Description Max. load (kg) AllergyPlus Dry hard-wearing, heat-resistant fabrics made of cotton or linen. Note: Particularly suitable for strict hy- giene requirements. Sportswear Dry self-drying sportswear made of per- formance fibres, microfibres and synthet- ics. ⁠ Shirts 15' Suitable for shirts and blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetics or blended fab- rics.
  • Page 24 en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) Time Program Warm Dry all types of fabric except for wool and silk. Suitable for pre-dried or slightly damp laundry and for drying off multi-layered, thick laundry. Note: This programme is suitable for dry- ing using the wool basket. → "Wool basket", Page 30...
  • Page 25: Accessories

    Accessories en 10 Accessories Use original accessories. These have been made especially for your appli- ance. Note: Some accessories are avail- able in other colours. Contact → "Customer Service", Page 43. Order number Connection kit To save space, stack the WTZ2041X appliance on a suitable washing machine of the same width and depth and that is from the...
  • Page 26: Basic Operation

    en operation ¡ Remove curtain fittings and lead Note: The programme settings are strips not saved permanently for the pro- ¡ Load the laundry unfolded into the gramme. drum 12.4 Loading laundry ¡ Spin the laundry before drying ¡ Dry woollen items, sports shoes Note: To prevent creasing, note the and soft toys in the wool basket maximum load for the programmes.
  • Page 27: Adding Laundry

    operation en The activated programme end time 12.11 Fluff filter is paused. During drying, fluff from the laundry is Press until the display shows collected in the fluff filter. The fluff fil- the required programme end time. ter protects the appliance from fluff. Press The changed programme end time Cleaning the fluff filter...
  • Page 28 en operation Remove the fluff from the recess. Clean the fluff filter thoroughly un- der warm, running water and then dry it off. Ensure that no fluff falls into the air channel. Open the fluff filter. Close the fluff filter. Remove the fluff. Insert the fluff filter.
  • Page 29: Condensation Container

    Childproof lock en Empty the condensation container. 12.12 Condensation con- tainer Condensation forms during drying, which your appliance uses for auto- matic cleaning. By default, the con- densation is collected in the appli- ance's condensation container. Emptying the condensation container If the drying programme has finished or the display shows a notification Make sure that you insert the con- while the appliance is in operation,...
  • Page 30: Deactivating The Childproof Lock

    en Wool basket a The display shows Insert the tab on the front of the wool basket into the upper hooks. a The control elements are locked. a The childproof lock remains active even after the appliance has been switched off and in the event of a power cut.
  • Page 31: The Wool Basket

    Wool basket en Place the laundry into the wool Tip: Increase the programme dura- basket, either directly or using the tion for thick or multi-layered items insert. of laundry. → "Examples of how to use the Start the programme → Page 26. wool basket", Page 31 Remove the wool basket once the programme has ended.
  • Page 32 en Wool basket Example Sports shoes Lift the tongues of the shoes. Remove the in- soles or heel cushions. Place a rolled-up hand towel in the wool basket to create an in- clined surface. Place the shoes on the towel with the heels facing down.
  • Page 33: Basic Settings

    Basic settings en 15 Basic settings You can configure the basic settings for your appliance to meet your needs. 15.1 Overview of the basic settings Basic setting Programme Value Description position End signal 0 (off) Set the volume of the signal at the 1 (quiet) end of the programme.
  • Page 34: Changing The Basic Set- Tings

    en Cleaning and servicing Basic setting Programme Value Description position changed to 10 A, the drying time and energy consumption will be higher. → "Consumption values", Page 44 15.2 Changing the basic set- 16 Cleaning and servi- tings cing Set the programme selector to po- To keep your appliance working effi- sition 1.
  • Page 35: Base Unit

    Cleaning and servicing en Pull out the heat exchanger cover 16.2 Base unit by the handle. The base unit is the accessible area at the bottom of the appliance in which you will find the heat ex- changer. Opening the base unit Requirements ¡...
  • Page 36 en Cleaning and servicing Pull out the heat exchanger hori- Slide the heat exchanger in hori- zontally. zontally as far as it will go. Ensure that the heat exchanger is Clean the heat exchanger from all inserted with its handle pointing sides under running water and dry downwards.
  • Page 37: Moisture Sensor

    Cleaning and servicing en Close the lever for the heat ex- ance changes the duration of the changer. automatic programme depending on the residual moisture in the laundry. Cleaning the moisture sensor Over time, residue from limescale, detergents and care products can build up on the moisture sensor.
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    en Troubleshooting 17 Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot- ing information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unneces- sary costs. WARNING Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist ▶...
  • Page 39 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Creasing. → "Changing the dryness level", Page 21. ▶ → "Adjusting the dryness level", Page 21. ▶ Anti-Crease not activated. Activate the Anti-Crease function. ▶ → "Buttons", Page 19 and programme ter- Condensation tank filled. minated. → "Emptying the condensation container", Page 29. → "Inserting the condensation container", Page 29. → "Starting the programme", Page 26.
  • Page 40 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Pumping noise. Condensation pump active. Not a fault – normal operating noise. ▶ Buzzing noise. Compressor ventilation active. Not a fault – normal operating noise. ▶ The drying time is too Fluff filter is soiled. long.
  • Page 41 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The laundry is too After the end of the programme, warm laundry feels damp. damper than it actually is. Remove the laundry from the drum as soon as the drying programme has finished. Spread the items of laundry for cooling. Unsuitable dryness level set.
  • Page 42: Transportation, Storage And Disposal

    en Transportation, storage and disposal 18.2 Disposing of old appli- 18 Transportation, stor- ance age and disposal Valuable raw materials can be re- used by recycling. 18.1 Preparing the appliance for transportation WARNING Risk of harm to health! Tip: The appliance may contain re- Children can lock themselves in the sidual water, which may drip out of it appliance, thereby putting their lives when transported.
  • Page 43: Customer Service

    Customer Service en 19 Customer Service Detailed information on the warranty period and terms of warranty in your country is available from our after- sales service, your retailer or on our website. If you contact Customer Service, you will require the product number (E- Nr.) and the production number (FD) of your appliance.
  • Page 44 en Consumption values 20 Consumption values The Cottons  Cupboard Dry pro- The actual values may deviate from gramme (denoted by the arrow sym- the indicated values depending on bol) is suitable for drying cotton laun- the type of fabric, composition of dry with a normal dampness level, laundry to be dried, residual moisture and is the most efficient programme in the fabric, set degree of dryness,...
  • Page 45: Technical Data

    Technical data en Programme Final Load Spin Initial Pro- Energy mois- (kg) speed mois- gramm con- ture (rpm) ture e dura- sump- level level tion tion (h:min) (kWh/ cycle) Cottons  Iron Dry 12.0 1000 01:18 / 2.08 / 01:02 2.03 Cottons  Iron Dry 12.0 02:37 /...
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