1 2 3 4 5
6
Reduced temperature for delicate fabrics ', for a longer drying time; e.g.
acrylic, polyamide, elastane or acetate silk.
ˎ &cø
(Low Heat)
Reduces creasing and prolongs the anti-creasing phase after the
programme has finished; can be selected in one of two levels.
ˎ c(Easy-Iron)
Indicators which show the programme sequences.
Drying, Iron Dry, Cupboard Dry, End / Easy Iron.
Status indicators
Icc+cc\
Clean the fluff filter and/or air cooler
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page 6.
Empty the condensation container.
Fill the water tank with distilled water
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page 9.
Service indicators
4 clean
. container
u water tank
ˎ Menu
For selecting the settings.
ˎ -/+
For changing all the settings in the display panel.
Electronic start
timer
End of the programme after ... (depending on the programme selected, e.g. 1:54h
a
2h;
you can always select up to the next full hour).
1 -24 hrs
3 Signal
There are four buzzer volume settings: 0 (off), 1 (quiet), 2 (normal), 3 (loud), 4 (very loud).
0, 1, 2, 3, 4
# Appliance lock
Provides protection against unintentional changes to the functions set
(press and hold the Menu button for 5 seconds).
On-Off
9 Fine adjustment
Drying result
The drying result (e.g. cupboard dry) can be increased in three stages (1 - 3) for the
programmes Cottons , Synthetics and Superk 40’ A a presetting = 0. After one of
these programmes has been finely adjusted, the setting is retained for the others.
0, 1, 2, 3
Spin speed
The spin speed that was used in the washing machine;
for more precise indication of the projected drying duration only.
600-1800 ²
... and adapt to individual requirements
Never operate the dryer if it is damaged.
Inform your after-sales service.
Inspecting
the dryer
Sorting and loading laundry
Remove all objects from pockets.
Pay particular attention to cigarette lighters.
The drum must be empty before filling.
If necessary, fill the water tank for
Steam Dry / Steam Refresh programmes
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page 8.
See programme overview on page 7.
See also separate instructions for “basket for woollens” (depending on
the model)
Your new dryer
Congratulations! - You have chosen a modern, high-quality domestic
appliance from Bosch.
A distinctive feature of the condensation dryer is its low energy
consumption.
Every dryer which leaves our factory is carefully checked to ensure
that it functions correctly and is in perfect condition.
Should you have any questions, our after-sales service will be pleased
to help.
Environmentally-responsible disposal
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-responsible manner.
This appliance is designated according to European directive
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
Intended use
Contents Page
ʋ Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ʋ Setting the programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ʋ Drying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4
ʋ Notes on laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
ʋ Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ʋ Overview of programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
ʋ Short spin / Refresh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8/9
ʋ Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
ʋ Frost protection / Transport . . . . . . . . . . 10
ʋ Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
ʋ Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
ʋ What to do if... / After-sales service . . . . 12
ʋ Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Preparing for installation, see page 8
Selecting and adjusting the programme
Additional functions
Select the drying programme ...
Press the
(Start/Stop) button
Only if your hands are dry.
Only hold the plug by the plug
casing.
Connecting the
mains plug
Display panel
Programme selector
All buttons are sensitive,
a light touch is enough!
ʋ only for domestic use.
ʋ only to be used for drying, refreshing or unwrinkling
fabrics that have been washed with water.
Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer.
Keep pets away from the dryer.
Drying / Short spin /
Refresh
Drying
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.
When cleaning the fluff filter, make sure that no foreign material (down, filling
material) gets into the air duct opening. If necessary, clean the drum beforhand
with a vacuum cleaner. If foreign material still get into air duct
a
call after-sales
service. There is a risk of a fire.
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 c(Easy-Iron) function, depending on the model.)
Information on laundry ...
Labelling of fabrics
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
( Drying at normal temperature.
'cDry at a low temperature
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select &cøø(Low Heat) as well.
)cDo not machine dry.
Do not tumble-dry the following fabrics:
– Airtight fabrics (e.g. rubber-coated fabrics).
– Delicate materials (silk, curtains made from synthetic material)
a
they may crease.
– Oil-stained laundry.
Drying tips
– To ensure a consistent result, sort the laundry by fabric type and drying programme.
– Close zips, hooks and eyes, and do up any buttons.
Tie belts, apron strings etc. together.
– Do not overdry easy-care laundry
a
risk of creasing
Allow laundry to finish drying in the air.
– Do not iron laundry immediately after drying, fold items up and leave for a while
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the remaining moisture will then be distributed evenly.
– Knitted fabrics (e.g. T-shirts, jerseys) often shrink slightly the first time they are tumble-dried.
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Do not select the Extra Dry +: programme.
– Starched laundry is not always suitable for dryers
a
starch leaves behind a coating that
adversely affects the drying operation.
– When washing laundry that is to be tumble-dried afterwards, dose the fabric softener
according to the manufacturer's instructions.
– With a small load, use the Timed Program.
Tips for Steam Dry / Steam Refresh
– Use your dryer for unwrinkling and refreshing fabrics.
– Short spin cycle for reducing creasing.
– Refresh cycle for reducinging odours from fabrics.
Do not use Steam Dry / Steam Refresh for the following fabrics:
– Wool, leather, fabrics with metal, wooden or plastic parts.
– Wax and oil jackets.
– Sort the laundry by colour and put on separate short Steam Dry / Steam Refresh cycles to
prevent the colours from bleeding.
– These programmes do not remove stains
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stains must be treated and removed
beforehand.
– For best results, so that the laundry will have as few creases as possible, remove each item
immediately after the programme has finished and hang on a hanger to finish drying. Pull
clothes into shape if required.
Environmental protection/energy-saving tips
– Before drying, spin the laundry thoroughly in the washing machine
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the higher the spin
speed, the shorter the drying time will be (consumes less energy), also spin easy-care
laundry.
– Use the maximum recommended capacity, but do not exceed it
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Page 7, “Programme overview”.
– Make sure the room is well ventilated during drying.
– Clean the fluff filter after each drying cycle
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page 4.
– Keep the air cooler clean
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page 6 “Cleaning and care”.
– Keep the supply of cool air unobstructed
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Do not cover or block the cooling grill.
Condensation container
Control panel
Air inlet
Fluff filter
Drum
Cleaning and care
Dryer housing, control panel, air cooler, moisture sensors
Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
Do not use harsh cleaning agents and solvents.
Remove detergent and cleaning agent residue immediately.
During drying, water may collect between the door and seal.
This does not affect your dryer's functions in any way.
Clean the protective filter 3 - 4 times a year
or if 4
flashes after the fluff filter has been cleaned.
Air cooler / protective filter
When cleaning, only remove the protective filter.
Clean the air cooler behind the protective filter once a year.
– Allow the dryer to cool.
– Residual water may leak out, so place an absorbent towel
underneath the maintenance door.
1. Unlock the maintenance door.
2. Open the maintenance door fully.
3. Turn both locking levers towards each another.
4. Pull out the protective filter/air cooler.
Do not damage the protective filter or air cooler.
Clean with warm water only. Do not use any hard or sharp-edged
objects.
5. Clean the air cooler thoroughly.
Allow to drip dry.
6.
Clean the seals.
7. Re-insert the protective filter/air cooler,
with the handle facing down.
8. Turn back both locking levers.
9. Close the maintenance door until the lock clicks into place.
Moisture sensors
The dryer is fitted with stainless steel moisture sensors. The sensors
measure the level of moisture in the laundry. After a long period of
operation, a fine layer of limescale may form on the sensors.
1. Open the door and clean the moisture sensors with a damp sponge
which has a rough surface.
Do not use steel wool or abrasive materials.
Cover for steam nozzle in the drum
After lengthy operation, limescale and fluff may accumulate on
the cover of the steam nozzle. Clean regularly:
1. Open the door and remove the cover with a screw driver.
Clean the cover under running water.
2. Push and click the protective cap back in place.
Cover for
steam nozzle
Air cooler
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.
Water tank
filling hole
with filter
Only when switched off!
