Cleaning The Heat Exchanger - Bosch WTG86401UC Use And Care Manual / Installation Instructions

Remove fluff (run hand over filter).
5.
Close the filter and re-insert it.
6.
Close the door.
7.
NOTICE: Severely dirty or clogged lint filter should be
rinsed under warm running water.
The filter must be dried thoroughly before being placed
back into dryer.

Cleaning the heat exchanger

The heat exchanger requires periodic cleaning
(recommended once per month under normal drying
conditions). The frequency of cleaning depends on the
amount and type loads being dried.
To clean the heat exchanger:
If the dryer is hot, run on Air Fluff/No Heat program to
1.
allow the dryer to cool down.
Residual water may escape, place an absorbent cloth
2.
under the maintenance flap.
Unlock the maintenance flap and open it completely.
3.
Turn both locking levers towards each other.
4.
Pull out the heat exchanger cap.
5.
Remove the heat exchanger.
6.
NOTICE: Do not damage the heat exchanger! Clean
with warm water only. Do not use hard or sharp edged
objects!
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