Bosch WTA4107 User manual

Dryer
en Usage and
Installation Instructions
ROBERT BOSCH
HAUSGERÄTE GMBH
697050
141693/en (02-05)

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Table of contents
Usage Instruction
Your new dryer ...................................................... 4
Notes on disposal .................................................. 5
Disposing of packaging .................................... 5
Disposing of old dryers.................................... 5
Safety notes........................................................... 6
Using the dryer correctly ..................................6
Before using the dryer..................................... 6
Drying your laundry .......................................... 7
Observe at the end of the program ................7
Notes on protecting the dryer.......................... 7
Environmental protection/ notes on economy....... 8
Drying in an economical and environmentally-
aware manner................................................... 8
Dryer description.................................................... 9
Brief instructions............................................... 9
Door operation.................................................. 9
Appliance design............................................ 10
Control panel.................................................. 11
Notes on laundry.................................................. 12
Labelling of fabrics......................................... 12
Tips on drying................................................. 13
First use............................................................... 14
Drying ............................................................. 14
Selecting a program ............................................ 15
Selecting......................................................... 15

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Programme sequence.................................... 15
Standard programmes.................................... 16
Timed programme.......................................... 17
Additional function ............................................... 17
Low Heat button ............................................. 17
Buzzer button ................................................. 17
Cleaning and care................................................ 18
Cleaning the dryer......................................... 18
Fluff filter......................................................... 18
Troubleshooting................................................... 19
After-sales service............................................... 21
Technical data ..................................................... 22
Installation Instruction
Setting up and connecting................................... 23
Safety notes.................................................... 23
Setting up the dryer....................................... 24
Washer-dryer stack connection set................ 25
Assembling the exhaust air hose ...................25
Electrical connection....................................... 26

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Your new dryer
With the purchase of your new dryer, you have
chosen a modern, high-quality domestic appliance.
A distinctive feature of your dryer is its low energy
consumption.
Every dryer which leaves our factory is carefully
checked to ensure that it functions correctly and
is in perfect condition. Our after-sales service is
available should you have any questions,
particularly on how to set up your dryer.
You will find further information and a selection of
our products on our website:
http://www.bosch-hausgeraete.de
Read this instruction manual and all other
accompanying information for your dryer and
follow the advice you find there.
Keep all the documents in a safe place for future
reference or to pass on to the next owner.

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Notes on disposal
Disposing of
packaging
!Risk of suffocation
There is a risk of suffocation from the cardboard
box and plastic film.
Do not allow children to play with the packaging.
All our packaging materials are environmentally
friendly and recyclable. Please dispose of the
packaging in an environmentally-responsible
manner.
Any retailer or your local authority will be able to
advise you on the disposal methods currently
available.
Disposing of
old dryers
!Danger of death
Danger of death from electrocution or suffocation.
Your old dryer:
 Disconnect it from the mains.
 Cut through the mains cable and discard along
with the plug.
 Break the door lock. This prevents children
from locking themselves in the dryer.
Environmentally-friendly disposal conserves
valuable raw materials.
Any retailer or your local authority will be able to
advise you on the disposal methods currently
available.
!This appliance is marked according to the
European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
This guideline is the frame of a European-wide
validity of return and recycling on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment.

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Safety notes
Using the dryer
correctly
 Only for domestic use.
 Only for drying fabrics which have been
washed in water.
 Do not leave children unsupervised near the
dryer –
!Risk of explosion/fire
Solvent hazard.
Do not use the dryer if:
 the laundry has been treated with a solvent or
has been colour-treated (e.g. stain remover,
petroleum ether).
Dust hazard.
Do not use the dryer if:
 the laundry contains dust, e.g. coal dust or flour.
 the laundry contains foam/rubber.
 the laundry contains traces of hairspray, nail
varnish remover or similar substances.
Before using
the dryer
 Install the dryer in accordance with the
installation instructions (see page 23).
 Do not connect the dryer if it has visible signs of
damage. If in doubt, contact a specialist retailer.

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Drying your
laundry
 Do not leave children unsupervised near the
dryer.
 Keep pets away from the dryer.
 Remove all objects from pockets. Look out for
lighters in particular –
!Risk of explosion.
Observe at
the end of
the program
 Switch off the dryer when the program has
ended.
Notes on
protecting
the dryer
 Do not climb onto the dryer.
 Do not lean or sit on the door –
!Risk of tipping
 Do not lift the dryer by any protruding
components.
!Risk of breakage and injury
 Do not use detergent boosters containing
solvents or dirt and stain removers in the dryer.
These substances may damage the dryer.
 Empty the dryer completely when it is to be
transported or stored.
iDo not set up your dryer in a room that is
exposed to frost.

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Environmental protection/
notes on economy
Drying in an
economical and
environmentally-
aware manner
 Spin the laundry thoroughly before drying.
Spin the laundry thoroughly in the washing
machine before drying. The higher the spin
speed, the shorter the drying time and the lower
the energy consumption. You should also spin
easy-care laundry.
 Fill to full capacity
Fill the dryer to its maximum recommended
capacities. Do not exceed the capacities:
White and coloureds max. 5.0 kg
Easy-care fabrics max. 2.5 kg
 Ensure sufficient room ventilation
Open a window or door while drying laundry.
 Clean the fluff filter
Clean the filter after each drying cycle (see
page 18).
 Do not obstruct the cooling air supply
Do not position or affix anything over the cool
air inlet on the rear of the dryer.

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Dryer description
Brief
instructions
Before drying
 Open the door.
 Place the laundry in the drum.
 Close the door.
 Select a programme using the programme
selector (see the table of programmes from
page 16 onwards).
 Set additional functions if required (see page 17).
 Press the Start button.
Adding laundry
 Open the door.
The drying cycle is halted.
 Add or remove laundry.
 Close the door.
 Select another programme if necessary using
the programme selector (see the table of
programmes from page 16 onwards).
 Press the Start button.
After drying
 Open the door.
 Remove the laundry.
 Turn the programme selector to Off.
 Clean the fluff filter (see page 18).
Door operation
 Press the door to open.
 Close the door (you will hear a clicking noise).

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Appliance design
1 Control panel
2 Door with internal filter
3 Adjustable feet
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