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en-us Use and care manual Dryer WTB86201UC
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the superior performance and reliability. Please do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service department if you have any questions or comments with your new dryer. Thank you for choosing Bosch. Visit our web site at www.bosch-home.com for more information and to view a selection of our products
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area 29 Maintenance of drain hose 29 Troubleshooting 30 Introduction 30 Troubleshooting 30 STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY ... 32 Bosch Clothes Dryer 32 Additional information on products, accessories, replacement parts and services can be found at www.bosch-home.com and in the online
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to order accessories or replacement parts for your dryer. (1U )' (1U )' Customer service Your dryer does not require any special care other than the maintenance and care mentioned in this manual. If you have a problem with your dryer, please consult ~ Troubleshooting; Page 30. This may save
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installed by a specialist familiar with these requirements. Read the use and set-up instructions and all other information included with the dryer Important safety information is contained in this manual and on the warning labels located on your dryer. Standard symbols and headings are used to
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SHOCK, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WHEN USING YOUR DRYER, FOLLOW BASIC PRECAUTIONS INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING ▯ Bosch dryers are provided with an Operating, Care and Installation Instruction manual. Read and understand all instructions before using the dryer. ▯ Do not dry articles that have been previously
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of this manual before installing or operating this appliance. ~ IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Page 6 Standard features and helpful information Thank you for choosing Bosch for your laundry appliance needs. Please read and follow the use and care, important safety instructions and troubleshooting
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dryer! Do not cover or allow any articles/items to restrict the air inlet on the front of the dryer Installation for best performance 9 CAUTION DO NOT INSTALL THE DRYER fuels, ▯ on carpets. The dryer should be installed in an open area with no and the heightadjustable feet installed on the appliance,
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.8 in. C 33.5 in. 60.5 cm 60.5 cm 85 cm Under counter (Less Desirable) ( + * ) If front of the appliance is covered ventilation openings must be installed. E & F are minimum area sizes E 63 sq.in. 404 sq. cm F 63 sq.in. 404 sq. cm G & H actual spacing dimensions for min. open area
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dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer, according to these instructions and according to all local codes. In addition to the installation and safety information in this manual, the local water and electrical power suppliers (services packaging and associated parts to avoid risk
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20500 Stacking kits The dryer can be stacked on a Bosch washer of the same dimensions to save space. Stacking kits without a shelf: WTZ20410 Stacking kits with a shelf: WTZ11400 Accessories can be purchased from customer service or your local dealer. ~ Customer service; Page 4 Installation - step
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box or Standpipe connection: For most plumbing box installations (with adjacent washer) the plastic elbow supplied with the dryer will not be used and must be removed from the dryer drain hose. 1. Fasten the dryer drain hose to the washer drain/elbow as shown in picture "A". Secure with plastic
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installation instructions for such in the next section of this manual. ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS AND CIRCUITS 9 WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK ▯ Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the dryer . Replacement power cords are available through our Customer Service department. ▯ Use only a UL listed 30 amps
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(bent) so that no part of them (wires or 9 CAUTION Use integrated electrical receptacle only for these Bosch washer listed: WAP24200UC, WAP24201UC, WAP24202UC, WAS24460UC, WAS20160UC, WAE20060UC. Leveling the dryer Importance of leveling the dryer It is important that your dryer is level and that
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3-5 minutes press the Start/Pause button and open the door. ▯ If the interior of the dryer feels warm, the dryer has been connected properly. Switch the dryer to Off. ▯ If the dryer does not work, switch the dryer to Off. Look in the Troubleshooting section of this user manual and find the fault. 15
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screws from the hook insert and then remove it from the door. 6. Follow the instructions at images bellow to unlock the door ring. 2. Remove the screws from the door and pull out the door from the dryer. 7. Remove the door from its ring and reverse the ring, and then suit the door
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Prepare the hinge insert and the hook insert to install and then screw them following the instructions below. 12.Install the door lock (1.) and then door lock cover (2.) at the opposite site of the door seal. 13.Screw the door to the dryer. 10.Remove screws from the door lock cover and
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Getting to know your appliance Control panel ( Time Dry, Dry Level, Finished in Changing the program settings. Indicator lamp lights up if the setting is active. @ Program Selector Selecting a program and switching on/off; turns in both directions. 0 Low Heat, Wrinkle Block, Signal
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debris (coins, keys, other hard objects and cigarette lighters) are placed in the dryer drum. The drum must be empty prior to drying. ▯ Close any fasteners or use a laundry bag. ▯ Remove any foreign objects or non-washable parts. ▯ Always dry very small items (such as socks and handkerchiefs) and
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dryer. Starch leaves behind a coating that reduces the drying effect. ▯ When washing laundry that is to be tumble-dried afterwards, use the correct amount of fabric softener as specified in the manufacturer's instructions load woollen fabrics suitable for washers fabrics become fluffier but not
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, with longer drying time. Observe the care information or symbols on the textiles tickets. Wrinkle Block To prevent the laundry from creasing, the dryer drum rotates at specific intervals following the drying program. Standard setting for this function is 1 hour. If the Wrinkle Block button is
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To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the Important Safety Instructions and Operating Instructions before operating this appliance. Your new dryer # 3 + ( Control panel, display area, program selector 0 Drum with interior light (depending on model) The light
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flap Heat exchanger Close the maintenance flap 9 WARNING BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING YOUR DRYER Read and follow all installation and operating instructions. Check the machine. Never start a damaged machine! Contact your customer service! ~ Customer service; Page 4 Check to be sure your household
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In the display area, the cycle duration for the selected program appears. Program selection For optimum drying results your dryer offers several program groups and additional options. Select the required drying program from the program table according to the examples ~ Program selection table; Page
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close the door. Tip: If the door has not been closed properly, the dryer will not start. Place laundry in the empty drum. Put each piece of laundry maximum load size can be found in the program selection table in this manual. ~ Program selection table; Page 20 The Start/Pause indicator light starts
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laundry/switching the appliance off 1. Open the door and remove the laundry. 2. Turn the program selector to the Off position. Appliance is switched off and dryer light goes out. 3. Clean lint filter. ~ Cleaning the lint filter; Page 27 4. Close the door. Tip: If at the end of the drying cycle the
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immediately. Tip: The program interrupts automatically. 4. Open the filter. 5. Remove fluff (run hand over filter). To clean the lint filter: 1. Switch off the dryer. Rotate the program selector to Off. 9 CAUTION The inside of the door heats up during the drying process. The drum, the door and the
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! Clean with warm water only. Do not use hard/sharp-edged objects! To clean the heat exchanger: 1. If the dryer is hot, run on Air fluff/No heat program to allow the dryer to cool down. 2. Residual water may escape, place an absorbent cloth under the maintanance flap. 7. Rinse the heat exchanger
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any fluff from the seals on the dryer and heat exchanger. 9. Allow the cap once a month. 13. Look in the Troubleshooting table also to reset the maintenance indication. ~ Troubleshooting; Page 30 Cleaning the moisture sensors Occasionally the should contact customer service or your local dealer. 29
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service. ~ Customer service; Page 4 Troubleshooting If you encounter a problem, it often will merely be something minor. Before you call customer service, consider the suggestions and instructions below: NOTICE: The troubleshooting items listed below can help you resolve minor issues with your dryer
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: is not Check the drain hose, be sure that it is on the dryer screwed on the tight at both ends, securely with the clamp in place; may Cleaning the moisture sensors; Page 29 Program termination e.g. main See the problem(s) mentioned in this table. power supply failure, door open or maximum
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see solution of the problem(s) in this table above). Check the installation conditions. ~ Electrical Connections; Page 13 Switch off the dryer, allow it to parts. Bosch's sole liability and responsibility hereunder is to repair manufacturer-defective Product only, using a Boschauthorized service
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parts; Products on which the serial numbers have been altered, defaced, or removed; service visits to teach you how to use the Product, or visits where there is nothing wrong with the Product; correction of installation problems ARE DEFINITIVELY CAUSED EXCLUSIVELY BY Bosch, OR OTHERWISE. SOME STATES
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*9000866569* 9000866569 9308 1901 Main Street, Suite 600 • Irvine, CA 92614 • 1-800-944-2904 www.bosch-home.com • © 2012 BSH Home Appliances

Section	Page
en-us Use and care manual	1
Dryer	1
Table of contentsen-us Use and care manual	3
Important information	4
Purchase information	4
Customer service	4
1. Contact your installer or the Authorized Service Contractor in your area and explain to them why you are not satisfied. This will usually correct the problem.	4
2. If after working with your installer or service technician the problem still has not been resolved to your satisfaction, please let us know either by writing to us at:	4
Your dryer is intended for	5
Importance and meaning of symbols	5
9 WARNING	5
warning	5
9 CAUTION	5
caution	5
NOTICE:	5
Tip:	5
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS	6
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS	6
WARNING	6
WARNING	6
WARNING	7
WARNING	7
Introduction to your new dryer	7
9 WARNING	7
risk of fire, electric shock or injury	7
Standard features and helpful information	7
Special features	7
Environmentally friendly use of your dryer	7
Dimensions and clearances required	8
Installation for best performance	8
9 CAUTION	8
do not install the dryer:	8
Appliance dimensions	8
Length of power cord and drain hose	8
Minimum clearances	8
Installation Instructions	10
Introduction	10
9 WARNING	10
Risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons	10
9 CAUTION	10
Before installing the dryer	10
9 CAUTION	10
Waste disposal	10
9 WARNING	10
Warnings for children	10
9 WARNING	10
To avoid risk of injury or death, do the following	10
Parts provided with your dryer	11
NOTICE:	11
Accessories for your appliance	11
Installation - step by step	11
1. Unpack the dryer.	11
2. Remove all objects from the dryer drum.	11
3. Check the dryer for visible damage.	11
4. Position the dryer near the installation location.	11
5. Disconnect the power cord and drain hose from their clips on the back of the dryer.	11
9 CAUTION	11
NOTICE:	11
6. Connect the outlet end of the drain hose to a standpipe or other drain inlet. Examples are shown below.	12
9 CAUTION	12
appliance damage could occur if drain water flows back into the appliance	12
1. Fasten the dryer drain hose to the washer drain/elbow as shown in picture “A”. Secure with plastic ties supplied.	12
9 CAUTION	12
2. Place drain hose assembly into standpipe as shown in picture “B”.	12
NOTICE:	12
NOTICES	12
Electrical Connections	13
NOTICE:	13
9 WARNING	13
electric shock	13
9 WARNING	13
Electric Shock	13
To reduce the risk of electrical shock:	13
9 WARNING	13
Electric shock	13
1. Unplug the current power cord being used from the outlet/receptacle.	14
2. To disconnect and/or reconnect a new power cord you must remove the top cover of the appliance as shown below.	14
A. Remove the two T20 torx head screws.	14
B. Push the top cover toward the rear of the appliance and lift up.	14
3. Open the connection box toward the rear of the appliance by removing the T20 torx head screw fastening the cover.	14
4. Remove the 4-wire power cord (as supplied):	14
A. Remove the 3 Philips screws (2 labeled L and one labeled N).	14
B. Remove the green grounding screw PE (T20 torx).	14
NOTICE:	14
5. Loosen the strain relief clamp screw (Philips head) on rear of the connection box.	14
6. Pull the old power cord out of the connection box.	14
7. Install the new power cord back through the strain relief clamp.	14
NOTICE:	14
8. Ensure the terminal ends are long enough and are formed (bent) so that no part of them (wires or terminal ends) come in contact with connection box enclosure.	14
NOTICE:	14
9. Ensure the terminal ends are long enough and are formed (bent) so they will align with the terminal block fastening locations (screw holes).	14
10. Reinstall the 2 terminal block screws (Philips head) at locations L as shown below.	14
11. If the ground wire shown below from N to PE is not part of the 3-wire cord assembly you have it must be obtained/purchased separately and it must be installed.	14
12. Install the last terminal block screw (Philips) and 1 grounding screw (T20 torx) at locations N and PE.	14
13. Tighten the strain relief screw ensuring the power cord cannot be pulled out of the connection box but not so tight as cut the power cord insulation.	14
14. Reinstall the connection box cover making sure all wires are routed so they do not touch any part of the enclosure and are secure.	14
15. Reinstall the appliance top cover as previously described in “2” point above.	14
9 CAUTION	14
9 CAUTION	14
Leveling the dryer	14
1. Install the dryer on a level and solid surface, preferably in a corner of a room.	15
2. If the floor is uneven (or not level) adjust the dryer feet as required to level the dryer. Do not place anything under the dryer feet to help level the dryer.	15
3. Extend the dryer feet no more than is necessary. The more the feet are extended, the more vibration the dryer will experience. Start with the dryer feet turned all the way in and adjust each foot as necessary.	15
4. Use a bubble level to check the top of the dryer to make sure it is level side to side and front to rear.	15
5. Press down on each corner of the dryer top to make sure the dryer does not “wobble“. There should be no \	15
Check heating system	15
1. Check that the drum is empty.	15
2. Close the dryer door.	15
3. Switch the dryer to Extra Dry and then press the Start/Pause button.	15
4. After 3-5 minutes press the Start/Pause button and open the door.	15
Preparing to transport the dryer - step by step	15
1. Rotate the program selector to Off.	15
2. Pull out power supply plug.	15
3. Place any accessories in the drum.	15
4. Close the door and secure with adhesive tape.	15
5. Screw the height-adjustable feet of the dryer into the housing to prevent them from being damaged during transportation.	15
Reversing the door - step by step	16
Tip:	16
1. Rotate the program selector to Off, pull out power supply plug and open the door fully.	16
2. Remove the screws from the door and pull out the door from the dryer.	16
3. Put the door on the flat, smooth, but secured surface, e.g. on a towel or dishcloth lying down on the floor or table.	16
4. Remove screws from the hinge insert and then remove it from the door.	16
5. Remove screws from the hook insert and then remove it from the door.	16
6. Follow the instructions at images bellow to unlock the door ring.	16
7. Remove the door from its ring and reverse the ring, and then suit the door to the door ring.	16
8. Follow the instructions at images bellow to lock the door ring.	16
9. Prepare the hinge insert and the hook insert to install and then screw them following the instructions below.	17
10. Remove screws from the door lock cover and then remove it from the dryer.	17
11. Remove the door lock from the dryer.	17
12. Install the door lock (1.) and then door lock cover (2.) at the opposite site of the door seal.	17
13. Screw the door to the dryer.	17
14. You can now put in the power supply plug and close the door to start operating the dryer.	17
Getting to know your appliance	18
Control panel	18
Display area	19
Laundry	19
Preparing the laundry	19
NOTICE:	19
Sorting the laundry	19
Drying tips	19
Program selection table	20
Tip:	20
Program settings	21
Time Dry	21
Dry Level	21
Finished in	21
NOTICE:	21
Additional options	21
Low Heat	21
Wrinkle Block	21
Operating Instructions	22
9 WARNING	22
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury	22
Your new dryer	22
9 WARNING	23
before installing or using your dryer	23
Before using the dryer for the first time	23
1. Read these operating instructions carefully.	23
2. Check that the supply voltage corresponds with the voltage specifications on the rating plate on the dryer, see top rear side of the dryer and/or rating plate label inside of the dryer door.	23
3. Remove all objects from the drum.	23
4. Check the dryer for visible damage. If damage found contact your dealer.	23
5. Wipe the inside of the drum with a damp cloth.	23
6. Check heating system. ~ Check heating system; Page 15	23
7. If the dryer does not work, switch the dryer to Off. Look in the Troubleshooting section of the operating instructions and find the fault. ~ Troubleshooting; Page 30	23
Temporary disconnection of the dryer	23
1. Turn off the circuit breaker.	23
2. Pull out the power supply plug if possible.	23
3. Clean the lint filter.	23
Using the program selector to choose a drying cycle	23
NOTICE:	23
Program selection	24
Selecting program settings and additional options	24
Loading the laundry	25
9 WARNING	25
risk of explosion	25
1. Check lint filter.	25
2. Load the laundry into the drum and close the door.	25
Tip:	25
Tips	25
Starting the program	25
1. Rotate program selector to the desired program. Select the program which corresponds to the laundry in the dryer from Program selection table. ~ Program selection table; Page 20	25
2. Press the Start/Pause button. Indicator lamp lights up and the cycle starts.	25
NOTICES	25
3. If required, select Low Heat by pressing the button. ~ Additional options; Page 21	26
4. If required, select Wrinkle Block by pressing the button. ~ Additional options; Page 21	26
Tip:	26
Indicator of program sequence	26
Childproof lock	26
NOTICE:	26
Selecting a different program	26
1. Press Start/Pause.	26
2. Select another program.	26
3. Press Start/Pause. The new drying cycle starts from the beginning.	26
Cancel program	26
1. Press Start/Pause.	26
2. Rotate the program selector to Off.	26
Program end	26
Removing laundry/switching the appliance off	26
1. Open the door and remove the laundry.	26
2. Turn the program selector to the Off position. Appliance is switched off and dryer light goes out.	26
3. Clean lint filter. ~ Cleaning the lint filter; Page 27	26
4. Close the door.	26
Tip:	26
Signal	26
Cleaning and care	27
9 WARNING	27
Risk of eXPlosion	27
9 CAUTION	27
Cleaning the housing and control panel	27
NOTICE:	27
Cleaning the lint filter	27
Tip:	27
1. Switch off the dryer. Rotate the program selector to Off.	27
9 CAUTION	27
2. Open the door.	27
3. Pull out filter.	27
4. Open the filter.	27
5. Remove fluff (run hand over filter).	27
6. Close the filter and re-insert it.	28
7. Close the door.	28
NOTICE:	28
Cleaning the heat exchanger	28
1. If the dryer is hot, run on Air fluff/No heat program to allow the dryer to cool down.	28
2. Residual water may escape, place an absorbent cloth under the maintanance flap.	28
3. Unlock the maintanance flap and open it completely.	28
4. Turn both locking levers towards each other.	28
5. Pull out the heat exchanger cap.	28
6. Remove the heat exchanger.	28
NOTICE:	28
7. Rinse the heat exchanger and the cap on all sides with a jet of water to completely remove all of the fluff.	28
8. Remove any fluff from the seals on the dryer and heat exchanger.	29
9. Allow the cap and the heat exchanger to dry fully.	29
10. First insert the heat exchanger, then the cap.	29
11. Turn back both locking levers.	29
12. Close the maintanance flap until it locks into position.	29
13. Look in the Troubleshooting table also to reset the maintenance indication. ~ Troubleshooting; Page 30	29
Cleaning the moisture sensors	29
1. Open the door.	29
2. The deposit on the sensors can easily be removed by wiping the sensors (the two bars next to the lint filter) with a cloth and a little white vinegar.	29
NOTICE:	29
Cleaning the lint filter area	29
Maintenance of drain hose	29
NOTICE:	29
Troubleshooting	30
Introduction	30
NOTICE:	30
9 WARNING	30
Risk of injury to skin	30
9 WARNING	30
Risk of electric shock! explosion hazard	30
1. Set program selector to the Off.	30
2. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.	30
3. Call customer service. ~ Customer service; Page 4	30
Troubleshooting	30
NOTICE:	30
STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY	32

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