Bosch WTMC8320US Installation and Use & Care (all languages) - Page 4

placed in the dryer. These items may contain some flammable substance(s) even after washing, which may smoke or catch fire by itself. 18. Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire. 19. Do not sit on top of the dryer. 20. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, DO NOT use an extension cord or an adapter to connect the dryer to the electrical power supply. 21. The dryer must only be used for its intended purpose. 22. Always check pockets and remove any objects. Cigarette lighters are particularly hazardous. 23. Replace worn out power cords and/or loose plugs. 24. Do not operate the dryer if any guards and/or panels have been removed. 25. Do not operate the dryer if any parts are missing or broken. 26. Do not bypass any safety devices. 27. Do not use a plastic or nonĆmetal flexible duct with this dryer. Plastic or nonĆmetal flexible duct are a potential fire hazard. 28. Do not operate this dryer until you are sure that the dryer has been installed according to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS and that installation and grounding are in compliance with all local regulations and/or other applicable regulations and requirements. 29. Failure to install, maintain and/or operate the dryer according to the manufacĆ turer's instructions may result in injury and/or damage. 30. To avoid floor damage and mold growth, do not let spills or splashout cause standing water around or under the appliance. Notes: A The IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and WARNINGS presented in this manual do not cover all possible conditions that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining or operating the dryer. B Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or the manufacturer about any problems or conditions that you do not understand. C Follow also the Safety Information in the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS and the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electric current. For U.S.A. Your dryer comes without a power supply cord. The power cord must meet the following requirements: - UL listed in the USA - 208 ć 240 volt rated (minimum) - 30 amps - Type SRDT or DRT (UL 2158) - Five feet long (minimum) For CANADA This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipmentĆgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. d WARNING d Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly grounded. DO NOT modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. In case of change of ownership, manual should be conveyed with the dryer. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Introduction Read these installation instructions completely and carefully. They will save you time and effort and help to ensure optimum dryer performance. Be sure to observe all listed warnings and cautions. These installation instructions are intended for use by qualified installers. In addition to these instructions the dryer must be installed in accordance with all local codes or, in the absence of a local code: - In the U.S.A., in accordance with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA70 ć latest edition/State and Municipal codes and/or local codes. - In Canada, in accordance with the Canadian Electric Code C22.1 ć latest edition/Provincial and Municipal codes and/or local codes. Information concerning waste disposal Disposal of the packaging d WARNING d Keep children away from shipping carton and packaging components. Danger of suffocation from plastic foil and folding cartons. All packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be reused. Please dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner. Please ask your dealer or inquire at your local authority about the current means of disposal. Disposal of the old appliance d WARNING d If appliance is no longer usable, pull out main plug, cut off power cord and discard with main plug. To prevent children from locking themselves in the appliance, remove the door. Old appliances are not worthless rubbish! Valuable raw materials can be reclaimed from environmentally friendly recycling. 4