Bosch Tumble Dryer Instructions For Installation And Use Manual

Intended use
Your new dryer
Congratulations - You have chosen a modern, high-quality Bosch for domestic use only,
domestic appliance. only to be used for drying fabrics that have been
The condensation dryer is distinguished by its economical energy washed with water.
consumption.
Every dryer which leaves our factory is carefully checked to ensure
that it functions correctly and is in perfect condition.
Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer.
Should you have any questions, our after-sales service will be pleased
Keep pets away from the dryer.
to help.
Disposal in an environmentally-responsible manner
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-responsible manner.
This appliance is labelled in accordance with the European
guideline 2002/96/EG on waste electrical and electronic
equipment - WEEE.
The guideline provides an EU-wide framework for the return and
recycling of old appliances.
For further information about our products, accessories, spare parts
and services, please visit: www.bosch-home.com
Contents
Page
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Setting the programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Drying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4
Additional Display panel Time
Information on laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 functions remaining
Care and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Programme overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Frost protection/transport . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
What to do if... / After-sales service . . . . 10
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
h:min End of programme in 1*-24 hours (Press button several times if required)
(*depending on the selected programme, e.g. duration 1:54h
next full hour.)
Service displays
Container Empty the condensation container.
Filter Clean the fluff filter and/or air cooler under running water
Buzzer Select On/Off for a acoustic signal at end of programme.
Low Heat Reduced temperature for delicate fabrics
polyacrylics, polyamide, elastane or acetate.
Reduced Reduces creasing and extends the anti-creasing phase once the program has ended.
Ironing
1
Preparing for
installation, see Page 8
Never start the dryer if it is damaged!
Inspecting the
Inform your after-sales service.
dryer
Make sure your hands are dry. Connecting the
Condensation container
Hold the plug only.
mains plug
Drum interior light
(depending on model)
Sorting and loading 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 "Woollens basket"
(depending on model)
Selecting and adjusting the programme
1
Select the drying programme ...
2
... and adapt to individual requirements
Programme selector
All buttons are sensitive and only
need to be touched lightly.
3
Press the Start/Stop button
Only operate the dryer with
the fluff filter inserted!
Maintenance
flap
2h. Can always be selected to the
page 4/6.
that require a longer drying time; e.g. for
2
Drying
Emptying condensation
Empty container after each drying operation!
1. Pull out condensation container keeping it horizontal.
2. Pour out condensation.
3. Always push container in fully until it clicks into place.
If Container flashes in the display panel What to do if..., Page 10.
Cleaning the fluff filter
Control panel
Clean the fluff filter after each drying operation.
1. Open the door, remove fluff from door/door area.
2. Pull out and fold open the fluff filter.
3. Remove the fluff (by wiping the filter with your hand).
If the fluff filter is very dirty or blocked, rinse with warm water and dry
thoroughly.
4. Close and reinsert the fluff filter.
Switching off the dryer
Turn the programme selector to Off.
Do not leave laundry in the dryer.
Removing the laundry
The automatic anti-crease function causes the drum to move at specific intervals, the washing remains
loose and fluffy for an hour (two hours if the additional Reduced Ironing function is also selected-
depending on model).
Air inlet
Programme end
Fluff filter once lights up in the display.
Drum
Interrupt programme
removing or adding laundry.
The drying cycle can be interrupted for a brief period so that laundry may be added or removed.
The programme selected must then be resumed and completed.
Drying Never switch the dryer off before the drying process has ended.
Drum and door may be hot!
1. Open door, the drying process is interrupted.
2. Load or remove laundry and close door.
3. If required, select a new programme and additional functions.
4. Press the Start/Stop button.
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Information on laundry ... Care and cleaning
Dryer housing, control panel, air cooler, moisture sensors
Labelling of fabrics
– Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
Follow the manufacturer's care information. – Do not use harsh cleaning agents and solvents.
– Remove detergent and cleaning agent residue immediately.
Drying at normal temperature.
– During drying water may occasionally collect between the window and the seal.
Drying at low temperature also select Low Heat.
Do not machine dry.
Observe safety instructions without fail Page 11!
Do not tumble-dry the following fabrics for example:
Air cooler
– Impermeable fabrics (e.g. rubber-coated fabrics).
– Delicate materials (silk or curtains made from synthetic material) they may crease – Allow the dryer to cool.
– Laundry contaminated with oil. – Residual water may leak out, so place an absorbent towel
Drying tips
– To ensure a consistent result, sort the laundry by fabric type and drying programme.
– Always dry very small items (e.g. baby socks) together with large items of laundry (e.g. hand
1. Unlock the maintenance door.
towel).
2. Open the maintenance door fully.
– Close zips, hooks and eyelets, and button up covers.
Tie fabric belts, apron strings, etc. together
– Do not over-dry easy-care laundry risk of creasing!
Allow laundry to finish drying in the air.
– Do not dry woolens in the dryer, only use to freshen them up Page 7, Woollens Finish
3. Turn both locking levers towards each another.
Programme (depending on model).
4. Pull out the air cooler.
– Do not iron laundry immediately after drying, fold items up and leave for a while the
remaining moisture will then be distributed evenly.
Do not damage the air cooler.
– Machine-knitted fabrics (e.g. T-shirts or jerseys) often shrink the first time they are dried
do not use the : Very Dry programme. Clean with warm water only. Do not use any hard or sharp-edged
– Starched laundry is not always suitable for dryers starch leaves behind a coating that objects.
adversely affects the drying operation.
– Use the correct dosage of fabric softener as per the manufacturer's instructions when
washing the laundry to be dried.
5. Clean the air cooler thoroughly,
– Use the timer programme for small loads this improves the drying result. Allow to drip dry.
Environmental protection/energy-saving tips 6. Clean the seals.
7. Re-insert the air cooler,
– Before drying, spin the laundry thoroughly in the washing machine the higher the spin
with the handle facing down.
speed the shorter the drying time will be (consumes less energy), also spin easy-care
laundry.
8. Turn back both locking levers.
– Put in, but do not exceed, the maximum recommended quantity of laundry
9. Close the maintenance door until the lock clicks into place.
programme overview Page 7.
Moisture sensors
– Make sure the room is well ventilated during drying.
– Clean the fluff filter after each drying process Page 4. The dryer is fitted with stainless steel moisture sensors. The sensors
measure the level of moisture in the laundry. After a long period of
– Do not obstruct or seal up the air inlet.
operation, a fine layer of limescale may form on the sensors.
– Keep the air cooler clean Page 6 "Care and cleaning".
1. Open the door and clean the moisture sensors with a damp sponge
which has a rough surface.
Do not use steel wool or abrasive materials.
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Only when switched off!
This does not adversely affect the function of your dryer in any way!
Clean the air cooler 5 - 6 times a year
or if Filter flashes after cleaning the fluff filter.
underneath the maintenance door.
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