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 Operating 

the appliance

Operating the appliance

Loading laundry and 

switching on the dryer

Note:  

The dryer must be correctly 

positioned and connected, 

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1.

Place the laundry in the drum.

2.

Turn the programme selector to any 

programme to switch the dryer on.

3.

Close the dryer door.

Caution!

Possibility of material damage to the 

dryer or laundry.

Take care not to trap any laundry in the 

door.

Setting a programme

Note:  

If you have activated the 

childproof lock, you must deactivate it 

before you can set a programme, see 

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1.

Select the required programme; 

detailed information on the 

programmes can be found from 

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 onwards.

2.

Use the programme selector to set 

the required programme. The default 

programme settings for the selected 

programme appear in the display 

panel.

Note:  

Default programme settings 

are standard settings that are 

already defined when a programme 

is selected. After selecting a 

programme, you can see the default 

programme settings in the display 

panel.

3.

If required, adjust the default 

programme settings. You can find 

detailed information on this from 

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 onwards.

Starting the programme

Press the Start button.

Note:  

If you want to lock the 

programme to prevent it from being 

adjusted inadvertently, you can select 

the  childproof lock, see 

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Summary of Contents for WTG8640SGC

Page 1: ...3FHJTUFS ZPVS OFX EFWJDF PO Z PTDI OPX BOE HFU GSFF CFOFGJUT CPTDI IPNF DPN XFMDPNF en Installation and operating instructions Tumble dryer WTG8640SGC ...

Page 2: ...the operating and installation instructions describe different models any differences will be pointed out at the relevant points in the text Read these operating and installation instructions before operating the tumble dryer Display rules Warning This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly dangerous situation Not heeding the warning can cause death or injuries Caution This sig...

Page 3: ...Z Laundry 22 Preparing the laundry 22 Sorting washing according to 22 Programmes and buttons 23 Programmes 23 Buttons 25 1 Operating the appliance 26 Loading laundry and switching on the dryer 26 Setting a programme 26 Starting the programme 26 Programme sequence 26 Changing the programme or adding laundry 27 Cancelling the programme 27 Programme end 27 Removing laundry and switching off the dryer...

Page 4: ...r service Read and follow the operating and installation instructions and all other information provided with this appliance Retain the documents for subsequent use or for subsequent owners Safety instructions SafetyinstructionsThe following safety information and warnings are provided to protect you from injury and to prevent material damage to your surroundings It is nevertheless important to ta...

Page 5: ...om the socket before severing the mains cable and then destroy the lock on the appliance door Warning Risk of suffocation If allowed to play with the packaging plastic film or packing components children may become caught in these or pull them over their heads and suffocate Keep packaging plastic film and packing components away from children Warning Risk of poisoning Detergents and care products ...

Page 6: ...rthing system must be correctly installed The installation must have an adequate cross section The mains plug must be freely accessible at all times If this is not possible in order to comply with the relevant safety regulations a switch all pole disconnection must be built into the permanent installation in accordance with electrical installation regulations If using a residual current circuit br...

Page 7: ...Riskofinjury materialdamage damagetotheappliance Incorrectly placing stacking this appliance on top of a washing machine may result in injury material damage and or damage to the appliance If this appliance is to be placed on top of a washing machine the washing machine must be of at least the same depth and width as the appliance and it must be secured in place with the appropriate connection set...

Page 8: ...liance to explode Therefore please note Rinse the laundry thoroughly with warm water and detergent before drying it in the machine Do not place laundry in this appliance to be dried if the laundry has not been washed first Do not use the appliance if industrial chemicals have been used to clean the laundry Warning Risk of explosions fire If there is any residual material left in the fluff filter t...

Page 9: ...k of poisoning material damage Condensation water is not suitable for drinking and may be contaminated with lint Contaminated condensation water may be hazardous to health and may cause material damage Do not drink or reuse Warning Risk of poisoning Poisonous fumes may be given off by cleaning agents that contain solvents e g cleaning solvent Do not use cleaning agents that contain solvents Warnin...

Page 10: ...e the appliance without a fluff catcher or with a fluff catcher that is incomplete or defective Materialdamage damagetotheappliance Light objects such as hair and lint may be sucked into the air inlet when the appliance is in operation Keep these away from the appliance Materialdamage damagetotheappliance Foam and foam rubber may deform or melt if dried in the appliance Do not dry laundry items th...

Page 11: ... not make any technical modifications to the appliance or its features Repairs and any other work on the appliance must only be conducted by our customer service or by an electrician The same applies for replacing the mains cable when necessary Spare mains cables can be ordered from our customer service Warning Risk of poisoning Poisonous fumes may be given off by cleaning agents that contain solv...

Page 12: ...h the surfaces of the appliance Therefore please note Do not allow these agents to come into contact with the surfaces of the appliance Clean the appliance with nothing but water and a soft damp cloth Remove any detergent spray or other residues immediately 7 Environmental protection EnvironmentalprotectionPackaging old appliance Dispose of packaging in an environmentally responsible manner This a...

Page 13: ...isplay panel and indicator lamps go off after a few minutes and the Start button flashes To activate the lighting press any button open or close the dryer door or turn the program selector 5 Installation and connection InstallationandconnectionScope of delivery Dryer Installation and operating instructions Basket for woollens Condensation drain Installing and connecting the dryer Warning Risk of d...

Page 14: ...e dryer for damage caused during transportation Never operate a dryer if it is damaged Any residual water in the dryer may freeze and damage the dryer Do not install the dryer in rooms that are at risk of frost During installation ensure that The dryer is placed on a clean level and firm surface The mains plug can be accessed at all times The air inlet on the dryer is kept clear and there is suffi...

Page 15: ...ollens Dry individual woollen items sports shoes and soft toys in the basket for woollens Order number WMZ20600 Transport and frost protection To empty the condensate container 1 Use the programme selector to select any programme 2 Press the Start button 3 Wait for 5 minutes Note The condensation is drained 4 Empty the condensate container again 5 Switch off the dryer Caution Any residual water ma...

Page 16: ... this case you will need to empty the condensation container each time the dryer finishes drying the laundry and also if it becomes full before drying is complete Connect the drain hose as follows 1 Remove the accessories from the dryer drum 2 When the dryer is delivered from the factory the hose for discharging the condensation into the condensation container is fastened to the connecting piece 3...

Page 17: ...aled or blocked Caution Material damage due to leaks or draining water Secure the drain hose so that it cannot slip out Do not kink the drain hose Ensure that a height difference of max 100 cm and min 80 cm between the installation surface and the drain is maintained for drainage into a siphon The condensation water is now discharged via the drain hose into the waste water system or into a washbas...

Page 18: ...ntsinbrief 1 Load the laundry and close the door Switch on the dryer Select a programme and if necessary adjust the programme default settings 2 Select the start button A Dry Unload the laundry 3 Switch off the dryer Empty the condensate container Clean the fluff filter ...

Page 19: ...liance en 19 Getting to know your appliance GettingtoknowyourapplianceDryer Condensate container 0 Control and display panel 8 Drum interior light depending on the model Dryer door H Air inlet P Fluff filter X Heat exchanger 3 ...

Page 20: ...Control panel Use the programme selector to switch the dryer on and off and to select the programme 0 Programmes Page 23 8 Start button for starting or interrupting the programme Page 25 Buttons Page 25 H Display panel with buttons Page 21 ...

Page 21: ...Start Pause 3 Anti Crease selected Fine adjustment of the dryness level 5 Time programme selected ñ Ready in time selected E Childproof lock selected 0 Spin speed selected s Low Heat Drying selected C Audible signal active A Start or Pause selected 3 h Programme delay in hours when Ready in time is selected 1 27 Expected programme duration in hours and minutes Ù ö Q Ÿš Programme progress Dry Iron ...

Page 22: ...articles which may be deposited on the moisture sensor This may impair the sensor function and in consequence the drying result Notes When washing laundry to be tumble dried use the correct amount of detergent and care products as specified in the manufacturer s instructions Clean the moisture sensor regularly Page 32 Sorting washing according to c Suitable for tumble drying a Dry at normal temper...

Page 23: ...on dry Normal hard wearing and heat resistant fabrics made of a single layer of cotton or linen that need to be damp after drying and are suit able for ironing or hanging up 9 kg Easy care Cupboard dry extra Synthetic or blended fabrics that are made of more than one layer and do not dry readily 3 5 kg Easy care Cupboard dry Normal synthetic or blended fabrics made of a single layer 3 5 kg Easy ca...

Page 24: ...the programme length using the button for the drying time Time program cold All types of fabric For freshening up or airing items of laundry that have not been worn for long 3 kg You can adjust the programme length using the button for the drying time Shirts 15 For optimum drying results dry a maximum of 5 shirts at one time After drying iron the laundry or hang it up and leave for a period of tim...

Page 25: ...me programmes Between 20 minutes and 3 hours in 10 minute increments Ready in ñ The programme will end in 1 24 hrs Set the Ready in time in increments of one hour to delay the start of the programme The required number of hours after the programme ends is displayed in the display panel Anti crease Q The drum moves the laundry at regular intervals for 60 or 120 minutes after drying in any programme...

Page 26: ...e 25 1 Select the required programme detailed information on the programmes can be found from Page 23 onwards 2 Use the programme selector to set the required programme The default programme settings for the selected programme appear in the display panel Note Default programme settings are standard settings that are already defined when a programme is selected After selecting a programme you can s...

Page 27: ...apted Cancelling the programme The programme can be interrupted at any time to pause open the dryer door or press the Start button Caution Risk of fire Laundry may catch fire If you cancel the programme you must remove the laundry items and spread them out so that the heat can disperse Programme end Ÿš appears in the display panel Removing laundry and switching off the dryer 1 Remove the laundry 2...

Page 28: ... the fluff filter after each drying cycle 1 Open the dryer door and remove all fluff from the door 2 Remove the fluff filter 3 Remove the fluff from the recess in the fluff filter Note Ensure that no fluff falls into the open shaft 4 Open the fluff filter and remove all the fluff 5 Rinse away the fluff under running water or clean the fluff filter in the dishwasher 6 Dry the fluff filter close it ...

Page 29: ...ensation container each time the dryer finishes drying the laundry and also if it becomes full before drying is complete 1 Pull out the condensate container horizontally 2 Pour out the condensation water Caution Dirty condensation water may be harmful to your health and cause material damage Condensation water is not suitable for drinking and may be contaminated with fluff Do not drink the condens...

Page 30: ...d at the same time turn the programme selector clockwise to position 2 2 The spin speed is shown in the display 3 Press the Ready in time button or the drying time button to change the spin speed 4 Turn the programme selector clockwise to position 3 5 The volume of the audible signal at the end of the programme is shown in the display 0 off 1 quiet 2 medium 3 loud 4 very loud 6 Press the Ready in ...

Page 31: ...ean the heat exchanger several times a month if you use the dryer more than twice a week If there is debris in the heat exchanger this will increase the amount of time required for drying and will compromise the drying results 1 Allow the dryer to cool down and place an absorbent cloth beneath the maintenance flap Note Residual water may leak out 2 Open the maintenance flap fully 3 Turn both locki...

Page 32: ...lace Cleaning the moisture sensor Note The dryer is equipped with a stainless steel moisture sensor The moisture sensor measures how damp the laundry is After long periods of usage the moisture sensor may become covered by a fine layer of limescale or residues of detergents and care products Such residues must be removed regularly as the sensor function and in consequence the drying result may be ...

Page 33: ...leaking out Not a fault the dryer may be positioned on an incline Level the dryer Change in the programme duration displayed during drying Not a fault The moisture sensors detect the remaining moisture in the load and adjust the programme length except timed programmes Laundry is not dried correctly or is still too damp After the end of the programme warm laundry feels damper than it actually is S...

Page 34: ... freely accessible this may increase the drying time Make sure that the air inlet remains unobstructed If the ambient temperature is higher than 35 C this may extend the drying time Insufficient air circulation in the room may increase the drying time Ventilate the room Humidity in the room increases Not a fault Make sure the room is sufficiently ventilated Power cut The drying programme is interr...

Page 35: ...act information for your nearest after sales service can be found here or in the enclosed after sales service directory Please provide after sales service with the dryer s product number E no and production number FD You can find this information on the inside of the dryer door or on the rear of the dryer Trust the expertise of the manufacturer Contact us You can therefore be sure that the repair ...

Page 36: ...4 38 kWh 800 rpm 166 min 4 63 kWh Easy Care 3 5 kg 3 5 kg Cupboard Dry 800 rpm 52 min 1 46 kWh 600 rpm 62 min 1 80 kWh Programme setting in accordance with the applicable IEC 61121 standard when using the external drain hose The values may differ from those specified depending on the type of fabric composition of laundry to be dried residual moisture in the laundry the degree of dryness that has b...

Page 37: ...dataDimensions 85 x 60 x 60 cm Height x width x depth Weight Approx 45 kg Maximum load 9 kg Condensate container 4 6 l Mains voltage 220 240 V Connected load Max 2100 W Fuse 10 A Drum interior light Ambient temperature 5 35 C Depending on the model ...

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