Siemens WT45N202GB User Manual And Installation Instructions page 38

en Troubleshooting
Fault
The length of the pro-
gramme changes dur-
ing the drying cycle.
Pumping noise.
Buzzing noise.
The drying time is too
long.
Water is leaking from
the appliance.
The laundry is too
damp.
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Cause and troubleshooting
The programme operation is optimised electronically.
This may change the programme duration.
Not a fault – no action required.
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Condensation pump active.
Not a fault – normal operating noise.
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Compressor ventilation active.
Not a fault – normal operating noise.
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Fluff filter is soiled.
→ "Cleaning the fluff filter", Page 28
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The ambient temperature is greater than 30 °C.
Ensure that the ambient temperature is below 30
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°C.
The ambient temperature is lower than 15 °C.
Ensure that the ambient temperature is above 15
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°C.
Insufficient air circulation at the appliance's installation
location.
Ventilate the appliance's installation location.
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The appliance's ventilation opening is blocked.
Ensure that the ventilation opening of the appliance
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is kept clear.
Heat exchanger is soiled.
Opening the base unit.
1.
→ "Opening the base unit", Page 32.
Cleaning the heat exchanger.
2.
→ "Cleaning the base unit", Page 33.
Closing the base unit.
3.
→ "Closing the base unit", Page 34.
Appliance is not correctly aligned.
→ "Aligning the appliance", Page 16
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Water drain hose is not connected correctly.
Ensure that the water drain hose is connected cor-
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rectly.
→ "Connecting the water drain hose", Page 14
Unsuitable programme for the type of fabric.
Set a timed programme for the subsequent drying.
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→ "Programmes", Page 24
There has been a power cut.
Check whether the lighting in your kitchen or other
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appliances are working.