Bosch WTVC8330US User Manual - Page 21

Additional Safety Information d WARNING Always follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (see page 5). 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 washer spin speeds reduce residual moisture and decrease drying time and energy consumption. - Use optimum load! Use larger loads, up to the maximum recommended loads for the cycle and laundry type. However, do not exceed maximum recommended load capacity. - Clean the lint filter! Check the lint filter before using the dryer each time and clean the filter as needed. Making sure the lint filter is clean before beginning each drying load results in improved airflow and reduced drying time. (see page 27). - Ventilate the room! Provide an adequate supply of fresh air during the drying process. - Do not dry unsuitable materials! Do not dry rubberized or airĆtight items. - Clean and inspect the exhaust system on a regular basis! Blockages may extend drying time or may cause the dryer to malfunction. Temporary disconnection of the dryer Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you plan to go on vacation or are not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you should: 1. Turn off the circuit breaker. 2. Unplug the power supply plug if possible. 3. Clean the lint filter. 4. Turn off the water supply (applies only to Steam dryers). 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 the 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 cycle selected. - Fasten zippers, hooks and eyes, loose belts, apron strings, etc. - Do not overdry easyĆcare laundry to reduce the risk of wrinkling! Hang laundry up promptly 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. - Knit textiles (e.g. TĆshirts, sweatshirts, and other similar types of laundry) often shrink when dried for the first time. Do not use the "Very dry/Extra dry" cycles the first time you dry these types of laundry to reduce potential shrinkage. Some items such as these can also shrink during later laundering. Use caution in cycle selection to avoid shrinkage. 21