Bosch WTMC6321US User Guide - Page 13

Safety information d WARNING d Always follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (see page 25). d WARNING d TO AVOID EXPLOSION HAZARD! Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the dryer. Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing). Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Items containing foam, rubber or plastic must be dried on a clothesĆline or by using an air fluffĆcycle. Do not allow items containing flammable materials, such as lighters, to remain in clothes while drying. Failure to follow these instructions may result in explosion or fire. To avoid risk of death or injury! Use the dryer only in the house or the garage for drying normal amounts of laundry for the household. Use only for drying textiles which were washed with water. Before switching on the dryer Install the dryer in accordance with the installation instructions (from page 4). Do not use a dryer which is visibly damaged. If in doubt, contact your dealer. Using the dryer Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer. Keep pets away from the dryer. Before closing the door, check the contents of the drum. Remove all objects from pockets. Lighters are particularly hazardous. Risk of explosion! Switch off the dryer at the end of the program. Protecting the dryer Do not climb on the dryer. Do not lean or sit on the door. Risk of dryer tipping over! Do not store or use solvent detergent boosters or stain remover in the vicinity of the dryer. The dryer could be damaged. Do not lift the dryer by projecting components. Risk of breakage! Protection of the environment Tips on saving energy To save energy, money and time, Bosch recommends the following: - Drain the laundry thoroughly! Before drying, spin the laundry thoroughly in the washing machine. Use the highest possible spin speed for the type of laundry! Higher spin speeds reduce the drying time and the energy consumption. - Use optimum load! Use maximum recommended loads. However, do not exceed loads. - Clean filter! Clean the filter before and after each drying process (see page 19). - Ventilate the room! During the drying process provide an adequate supply of fresh air. - Do not dry unsuitable materials! Do not dry rubberized or airĆtight items. - Do clean and inspect the exhaust system on a regular basis! Blockages may extend drying time. Before using the dryer for the first time Before you use the dryer for the first time: 1. Read these operating instructions carefully. 2. Check that the supply voltage corresponds with the voltage specifications on the rating plate of the dryer, see picture page 22 3. Remove all objects from the drum. 4. Check the dryer for visible damage. If damages found contact your dealer. 5. Wipe the inside of the drum with a damp cloth. 6. Conduct an appliance test, see page 9. 7. If the dryer does not work, switch the dryer to "Off". Look in the troubleshooting section (page 21) of the operating instructions and find the fault. Temporary disconnection of the dryer Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you intend going on vacation or are not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should: 1. Turn off the circuit breaker. 2. Pull out the power supply plug if possible. 3. Clean the lint filter. Laundry Identification of fabrics Observe the treatment symbols on the textile labels. They provide valuable information as well as limitations about the drying process. Do not dry the following textiles in the dryer: - AirĆtight textiles (e.g. rubberized) - Delicate fabrics (silk, synthetic curtains) i Dry woolen or woolĆrich textiles with dryer rack only! i Use the time program Air fluff/No heat" to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubberĆlike materials. Drying tips In principle, the following applies to all drying programs: - To ensure a uniform drying result, sort the laundry according to fabric type and drying program. - Fasten zippers, hooks and eyes. Fasten loose belts, apron strings, etc.. - Do not overdry easyĆcare laundry ć risk of wrinkling! Leave laundry to dry in the air. - Do not iron laundry immediately after drying. Place the laundry in a pile for a short while. Residual moisture will then be distributed uniformly. - Knitted textiles (e.g. TĆshirts, cotton jersey laundry) often shrink when dried for the first time. Do not use the "Very dry/Extra dry" program. 13