Intended use
Your new dryer
Congratulations! - You have chosen a modern, high-quality domestic
For domestic use only.
appliance from Bosch.
Only to be used for drying, refreshing or unwrinkling
A distinctive feature of the condensation dryer is its low energy
fabrics that have been washed with water.
consumption.
Do not leave children
Every dryer which leaves our factory is carefully checked to ensure
unsupervised near the dryer.
that it functions correctly and is in perfect condition.
Keep pets away from the dryer.
Should you have any questions, our after-sales service will be pleased
The dryer can be operated by children 8 years old
to help.
and older, by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental abilities and by persons with
Environmentally-responsible disposal
insufficient experience or knowledge if they are
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-responsible manner.
supervised or have been instructed in its use
This appliance is designated according to European directive
by a responsible adult.
2002/96/EC which governs waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE).
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and
reuse of used appliances.
For further information about our products, accessories, spare parts
and services, please visit: www.bosch-home.com
Observe the safety instructions on page 13.
Caution - risk of scalding.
Read these instructions before operating the dryer.
Additional functions
Display panel
Contents
Page
Preparation
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Setting the programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Drying
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4
Notes on laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Overview of programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Short spin / Refresh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8/9
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Frost protection / Transport . . . . . . . . . . 10
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
What to do if... / After-sales service . . . . 12
Menu
For selecting the settings.
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
-/+
For changing all the settings in the display panel.
Electronic start
End of the programme after ... (depending on the programme selected, e.g. 1:54h
Reduced temperature for delicate fabrics
, for a longer drying time; e.g.
timer
you can always select up to the next full hour).
acrylic, polyamide, elastane or acetate silk.
Low Heat
Signal
There are four buzzer volume settings: 0 (off), 1 (quiet), 2 (normal), 3 (loud), 4 (very loud).
Reduces creasing and prolongs the anti-creasing phase after the
programme has finished; can be selected in one of two levels.
Reduced Ironing
Appliance lock
Provides protection against unintentional changes to the functions set
(press and hold the Menu button for 5 seconds).
(depending on the
Indicators which show the programme sequences.
Status indicators
model)
Drying, Iron Dry, Cupboard Dry, End / Easy Iron.
Fine adjustment
The drying result (e.g. Cupboard Dry) can be adjusted over three levels (1 - max. 3) for the
Service indicators
of the drying result
Cottons,
clean
After one of these programmes has been finely adjusted, the setting is retained for the others.
Clean the fluff filter and/or air cooler under running water
Page 4/6.
container
Spin speed
The spin speed that was used in the washing machine;
Empty the condensation container.
water tank
for more precise indication of the projected drying duration only.
Fill the water tank with distilled water
Page 9.
1
Preparing for
Drying
installation, see page 8
Never operate the dryer if it is damaged.
Inspecting
Inform your after-sales service.
the dryer
Only if your hands are dry.
Connecting the
Only hold the plug by the plug
mains plug
casing.
Condensation container
Sorting and loading laundry
Remove all objects from pockets.
Pay particular attention to cigarette lighters.
Drum
The drum must be empty before filling.
If necessary, fill the water tank for
Steam Dry / Steam Refresh programmes
Page 8.
See programme overview on page 7.
See also separate instructions for "basket for woollens"
(depending on the model)
Selecting and adjusting the programme
1
Select the drying programme ...
Water tank
filling hole
2
with filter
... and adapt to individual requirements
Programme selector
Cover for
steam nozzle
All buttons are sensitive,
a light touch is enough!
3
Press the
Start/Stop button
Air cooler
Fluff filter
2h;
1 -24 hrs
0, 1, 2, 3, 4
On-Off
Drying / Short spin /
Refresh
0, 1, 2, 3
Easy-Care,
Mixed Load and
Super Quick 40' programmes
presetting = 0.
600-1800
2
Emptying condensation
Empty the container after each drying cycle, not during drying!
1.
Remove the container, holding it level.
2.
Pour out condensation.
3.
Push the
container back in until it clicks into place.
Cleaning the fluff filter
1.
Open the door, remove the filter and fold open.
2.
Remove the fluff (by wiping the filter with your hand).
3.
Close the filter, insert it again and close the door.
4.
Remove fluff from the door and the area around it.
Very dirty or blocked filters should be rinsed under warm
water, and then dried thoroughly.
Control panel
Clean the filter in the water tank
if it is dirty
1.
Remove the condensation tank.
2.
Remove the filter.
3.
Clean the filter under running water.
4.
Re-insert the filter and push in the condensation tank until it clicks into
place.
Switching off the dryer
Turn the programme selector to Off.
Do not leave damp laundry in the dryer.
Removing the laundry
The automatic Easy Iron function moves the drum at certain intervals. The load remains loose and soft for
an hour (or two hours if you manually select the
Reduced Ironing function, depending on the model.)
Air inlet
Programme end
once
lights up in the display.
Interrupt programme
removing or adding laundry.
The drying cycle can be interrupted for a brief period so that laundry may be added or removed.
The selected programme must then be continued until it is finished.
Hot steam may escape during the Steam Drying / Steam Refresh programmes.
1.
Open the door. The drying cycle is paused.
2.
Remove or add laundry and close the door.
3.
If required, select a new programme and additional functions.
4.
Press the
Start/Stop button. The remaining time is updated after a few minutes.
3
4
Information on laundry ...
Cleaning and care
Dryer housing, control panel, air cooler, moisture sensors
Labelling of fabrics
– Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
– Do not use harsh cleaning agents and solvents.
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
– Remove detergent and cleaning agent residue immediately.
Drying at normal temperature.
– During drying, water may collect between the door and seal. This does not affect your
Dry at a low temperature
select
Low Heat as well.
dryer's functions in any way.
Do not machine dry.
Do not tumble-dry the following fabrics:
– Airtight fabrics (e.g. rubber-coated fabrics).
Air cooler / Protective filter
– Delicate materials (silk, curtains made from synthetic material)
they may crease.
When cleaning, only remove the protective filter.
– Oil-stained laundry.
Clean the air cooler behind the protective filter once a year.
Drying tips
– Allow the dryer to cool.
– To ensure a consistent result, sort the laundry by fabric type and drying programme.
– Residual water may leak out, so place an absorbent towel
– Close zips, hooks and eyes, and do up any buttons.
underneath the maintenance door.
Tie belts, apron strings etc. together.
1. Unlock the maintenance door.
– Do not overdry easy-care laundry
risk of creasing
Allow laundry to finish drying in the air.
2. Open the maintenance door fully.
– Do not iron laundry immediately after drying, fold items up and leave for a while
the remaining moisture will then be distributed evenly.
– The drying result depends on the type of water used during washing.
Fine adjustment
of the drying result
Page 1/2.
3. Turn both locking levers towards each another.
– Knitted fabrics (e.g. T-shirts, jerseys) often shrink slightly the first time they are tumble-dried.
4. Pull out the protective filter/air cooler.
Do not select the Extra Dry programme.
– Starched laundry is not always suitable for dryers
starch leaves behind a coating that
Do not damage the protective filter or air cooler.
adversely affects the drying operation.
Clean with warm water only. Do not use any hard or sharp-edged
– When washing laundry that is to be tumble-dried afterwards, dose the fabric softener
objects.
according to the manufacturer's instructions.
– With a small load, use the Timed Program.
5. Clean the air cooler thoroughly.
Allow to drip dry.
Tips for Steam Dry / Steam Refresh
6. Clean the seals.
– Use your dryer for unwrinkling and refreshing fabrics.
7. Re-insert the protective filter/air cooler,
– Short spin cycle for reducing creasing.
with the handle facing down.
– Refresh cycle for reducinging odours from fabrics.
8. Turn back both locking levers.
Do not use Steam Dry / Steam Refresh for the following fabrics:
– Wool, leather, fabrics with metal, wooden or plastic parts.
9. Close the maintenance door until the lock clicks into place.
– Wax and oil jackets.
Moisture sensors
The dryer is fitted with stainless steel moisture sensors. The sensors
– Sort the laundry by colour and put on separate short Steam Dry / Steam Refresh cycles
measure the level of moisture in the laundry. After a long period of
to prevent the colours from bleeding.
operation, a fine layer of limescale may form on the sensors.
– These programmes do not remove stains
stains must be treated and removed
beforehand.
1. Open the door and clean the moisture sensors with a damp sponge
– For best results, so that the laundry will have as few creases as possible, remove each item
which has a rough surface.
immediately after the programme has finished and hang on a hanger to finish drying.
Pull clothes into shape if required.
Do not use steel wool or abrasive materials.
Environmental protection / Energy-saving tips
Cover for steam nozzle
– Before drying, spin the laundry thoroughly in the washing machine
the higher the spin
After lengthy operation, limescale and fluff may accumulate on
speed, the shorter the drying time will be (consumes less energy), also spin easy-care
the cover of the steam nozzle. Clean regularly:
laundry.
– Use the maximum recommended capacity, but do not exceed it
1. Open the door and remove the cover with a screw driver.
Page 7, "Programme overview".
Clean the cover under running water.
– Make sure the room is well ventilated during drying.
– Clean the fluff filter after each drying cycle
Page 4.
2. Push and click the protective cap back in place.
– Keep the air cooler clean
Page 6 "Cleaning and care".
– Keep the supply of cool air unobstructed
Do not cover or block the cooling grill.
5
Only when switched off!
Clean the protective filter 5 - 6 times a year
or if
flashes after the fluff filter has been cleaned.
in the drum
6
7
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Summary of Contents for Bosch WTS86500GB Installation Instructions, Instructions for Use, Programme Table
- Page 1 See programme overview on page 7. For further information about our products, accessories, spare parts See also separate instructions for “basket for woollens” and services, please visit: www.bosch-home.com (depending on the model) Observe the safety instructions on page 13. Selecting and adjusting the programme Caution - risk of scalding.
- Page 2 Steam Drying - Steam Refresh Steam Drying - Steam Refresh Steam programmes for unwrinkling or refreshing Your water tank empties automatically after the programme has finished. – Your dryer has unwrinkling and refreshing programmes that can be used for reducing Cleaning is therefore not required odours and minimising creasing in dry fabrics.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and reuse of used appliances. For further information about our products, accessories, spare parts and services, please visit: www.bosch-home.com Observe the safety instructions on page 13. Caution - risk of scalding. -
Page 4: Drying
Inspecting the dryer mains plug Condensation container age 8. Water tank filling hole with filter idual requirements Cover for steam nozzle are sensitive, Start/Stop button Air cooler Fluff filter 1 -24 hrs loud). 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 On-Off Drying / Short spin / for the 0, 1, 2, 3 600-1800... -
Page 5: Cleaning And Care
Information on laundry ... Labelling of fabrics Follow the manufacturer's care information. Drying at normal temperature. Dry at a low temperature select Low Heat as well. Do not machine dry. Do not tumble-dry the following fabrics: – Airtight fabrics (e.g. rubber-coated fabrics). –... - Page 7 Steam Drying - Steam Refresh Steam programmes for unwrinkling or refreshing – Your dryer has unwrinkling and refreshing programmes that can be used for reducing odours and minimising creasing in dry fabrics. Steam smooths and freshens up items of clothing. –...
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Page 8: Installation
Installation – Scope of delivery: dryer, installation and instruction manual, jug, basket for woollens (depending on the model). – Check dryer for transport damage. – The dryer is heavy. Do not attempt to lift it on your own. – Be careful to avoid sharp edges. –... -
Page 9: What To Do If
What to do if... If you cannot rectify a fault yourself (e.g. switching off/on), please contact our after-sales service. We will always find an appropriate solution and will avoid unnecessary visits by engineers. Trust the expertise of the manufacturer and rest assured that the repair will be carried out by trained service technicians using original spare parts. - Page 10 Dryer en Instruction manual...