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2

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5

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Display panel / Buttons 

Programme selector / Off 

M1 

(Memory 1)

Saves or calls 
individual settings

M2 (

Memory 2)

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Your dryer

Congratulations

 – you have chosen to buy a modern, high-quality 

Gaggenau domestic appliance. 
A distinctive feature of the condensation dryer with heat pump and 
automatic cleaning of the heat exchanger 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 

This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 
2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances 
(waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE). 
The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling 
of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU

For further information about our products, accessories, spare parts 
and services, please visit: www.gaggenau.com

Intended use

Preparation

Open the door/load the laundry/

press the programme selector/

set the programme

1

2

Drying

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For domestic use only.

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Only to be used for drying fabrics that have been 
washed with water. 

Keep children younger than 3 years old away 
from the dryer.
Do not let children make the cleaning and 
maintenance work on the dryer without supervision.
Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer.
Keep pets away from the dryer.
The dryer can be operated by children 8 years old 
and older, by persons with reduced physical, 
sensory or mental abilities and by persons with 
insufficient experience or knowledge if they are 
supervised or have been instructed in its use by 
a responsible adult.
This appliance is intended for use up to a maximum 
height of 4000 metres above sea level.

Drying

Display panel and buttons

ʑ

Display panel

Please clean lint filter

Clean the fluff filters 

a

 

Page 4.

Please empty  
condensate container

Empty the condensate container 

a

 

Page 4

 and/or clean the filter in the condensate container 

a

 

Installation and maintenance instructions, Page 3

.

Heat exchanger is 
being rinsed

Automatic cleaning of the heat exchanger. Do not empty the condensate container while this 
is displayed.

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Buttons

9

 (Drying target)

Select the dryness level (e.g. C/board dry) or the drying time (20 mins up to 3 hrs: 30 mins., 
depending on the model and programme).

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 C/board Dry Extra

For laundry with thick, multi-layered parts.

+

 C/board dry: 

For single-layered laundry.

|

c

Iron Dry

The condition of the laundry means it is suitable for ironing (iron clothes in 

order to avoid creases).

  (Easy-Iron)

After the programme finishes, the drum moves at regular intervals to prevent creases.
Automatic reduced ironing function can be set in 30-minute intervals up to 120 minutes. 
The standard setting for each programme is 60 minutes. 

 (Finished in)

When a programme is selected, the anticipated drying time for the maximum load is displayed. 
While drying, the moisture sensors detect the actual load and correct the programme length. 
This is shown in the display by jumps in the 

(Finished in)

 time. 

The 

(Finished in)

 time can be delayed in one-hour steps, up to a maximum of 24 hours. 

Press the 

(Finished in)

 button repeatedly until the required number of hours is displayed 

(h=hour).

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(Options)

Ï÷

Spin Speed

Ð÷

Adjust drying level;

 

÷

low heat

Ï÷

Spin Speed

The spin speed that was used for the spin in the washing machine 

a

 used 

exclusively to display the anticipated drying time (

(Finished in)

 time) more precisely.

Ð÷

Adjust drying level

The drying result (e.g. C/board dry) can be increased in three stages 

(+1 - max. +3); exception: Timer programme

a

 default setting = 0. After one programme has 

been finely adjusted, the setting is retained for the others.

÷

low heat:

 

Reduced temperature for delicate fabrics  

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, e.g. polyacrylic, polyamide or 

elastane, with a longer drying time.

M1 / M2
(

Memory 1/2)

For saving individual programme settings that are used frequently. Use the programme 
selector to select the required programme. Press and hold the 

M1 / M2 (

Memory 1/2)

 button 

for 3 seconds until the required programme has been saved. 
To select the saved programme, briefly press the 

M1 / M2 (

Memory 1/2)

 button. The 

programme that is called from 

M1 / M2 (

Memory 1/2)

 is displayed on the display panel.

W

 3 sec. end 

signal

button signal

auto power-off

 and 

Language

. Press and hold buttons 

W

 3 sec.  

for 3 seconds in order to access the menu.

end signal/button signal:

 

The signal volume level can be selected: off -  quiet  -  medium -  loud 

- very loud.

auto power-off:

 

Activate/deactivate by pressing the 

W

 3 sec. 

buttons. 

The dryer automatically switches off, depending on your selection, after 15, 30 
or 60 minutes. The setting is active after 

  (Easy-Iron) 

or end of programme.

Language:

 

Select the required language.

 

Close the door

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Contents 

      

Page 

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Preparation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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Control panel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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Drying  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4

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Display panel and buttons  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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Notes on laundry  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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Overview of programmes   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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Important Information   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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Consumption rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

ʋ

Normal noises  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

ʋ

What to do if ... / After-sales service. . . . . 11/12

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Safety instructions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Never start the dryer if it is damaged.
Inform your after-sales service.

Inspect the

dryer

Sort the laundry

Remove all items from pockets.
Check for cigarette lighters.
The drum must be empty prior to loading.

See programme overview on page 7.
See also separate instructions for “basket for woollens” 
(depending on the model)

Make sure your hands are dry. 
Hold the plug only.

Connect the

mains plug

Empty the condensate container

By default, the condensation from the appliance runs into 
the condensation container.
Alternatively, you have the option of discharging the 
condensation water (into the waste-water system via a drain 
hose) supplied depending on the model. If you choose to 
discharge the condensation water into the waste-water 
system, you will not need to empty the condensation 
container during the drying programme or after each time 
you use the dryer.

1.

Remove the container, holding it level.

2.

Pour out the condensation. Push the container back in 
until it clicks into place.

You must also observe the

 

a

 Installation and maintenance 

instructions, Page 3.

Clean the fluff filters

The fluff filter consists of two parts.
Clean the inner and outer fluff filter 

after 

every

 drying cycle.

1.

Open the door. Remove fluff from the 
door/door area.

2.

Pull out the inner 
and outer fluff filter 
and open them out.

3.

Remove any fluff, 
rinse both fluff filters 
under running water 
and dry thoroughly.

4.

Fold the fluff filters 
closed, put them 
back together and reinsert into the appliance.

7

6

End of the programme ...

Interrupt the programme

1

Open the door or press the 

$

 (

START

/PAUSE) button; 

the drying cycle is cancelled.

2

Add or remove laundry and close the door.

3

If required, select a new programme and additional 
functions. Press the 

$

 (

START

/PAUSE) button. 

The 

 (Finished in)

 time is updated after a few minutes.

Information on laundry ...

Labelling of fabrics

Follow the manufacturer's care information.

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Suitable for tumble drying

(c

Dry at normal temperature.

'c

Dry at low temperature.

)c

Do not tumble dry.

Do not tumble-dry the following fabrics:

– Non-breathable fabrics (e.g. rubber-coated).
– Delicate materials (silk, curtains made from synthetic material) 

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 these may crease.

– Oil-stained laundry.

Drying tips

– To ensure a consistent drying result, sort the laundry by fabric type and drying programme.
– Always dry very small fabrics (e.g. baby socks) together with large items of laundry 

(e.g. towels).

– Close zips, hooks and eyelets, and button up covers. Tie cloth belts, apron strings, etc. 

together or use a laundry bag.

– Do not over-dry easy-care laundry 

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 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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 residual moisture will then be distributed evenly.

– Knitted fabrics (e.g. T-shirts, jerseys) often shrink slightly the first time they are tumble-dried. 

a

 Do not use the 

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C/board dry extra 

programme.

– Starched laundry is not always suitable for dryers 

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 starch leaves behind a coating that 

reduces the drying effect.

– When washing laundry that is to be tumble-dried afterwards, use the correct amount of 

fabric softener as specified in the manufacturer's instructions.

– With a small load, use the Timed programme.

Environmental protection / Energy-saving tips

– Before drying, spin the laundry in the washing machine 

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 the higher the spin speed, the 

shorter the drying time will be, thus less energy is consumed. Also spin easy-care laundry.

– Use the maximum recommended capacity, but do not exceed it

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 Programme overview, 

Page 7

.

– Make sure the room is well ventilated during drying

.

– Clean the fluff filters after every drying cycle 

a

Cleaning the fluff filters,

 

Page 4

.

– Keep the supply of cool air unobstructed 

a

 Do not cover or block the air inlet.

Remove the laundry and switch off 
the dryer

5
4

 

Select the

$

 (START/PAUSE)

button

Further information can be found on page 5

Condensate 
container with filter

Fascia panel

Two-part fluff 
filter

Air inlet

Door

Installation 

a

Installation and maintenance instructions, Page 1

Clean fluff filters reduce energy consumption.

Depending on the selected programme, it may not be possible to select individual options

The dryer is switched on and off by pressing 
the 

 button in the centre of the programme selector. 

Select the programme by turning the outer ring on the programme 
selector (the selector can be turned in both directions). 
The selected programme is displayed.

W

 

3 sec. 

end signal, button signal, 
auto power-off and Language

Change the functions in the display using the buttons

  

?

 

>

9

ü

(Drying target)



C/board dry extra, 

+c

C/board dry, 

|

c

Iron dry

 (Easy-Iron)

Reduced ironing function can be set up to 
120 minutes

 (Finished in)

Time delay

¬

 (Options)

Ï÷

Spin Speed,  

Ð÷

Adjust drying level, 

÷

low heat

Programmes / Fabrics

Detailed overview of the programmes and fabrics 

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Programme overview, Page 7

.

Observe the care information on the care label.
Dryness level, timer programming and options can be 
individually selected depending on the selected programme 
and the progress of the programme. 

COTTONS

Hard-wearing fabrics

EASY CARE

Fabrics made from synthetic or 
blended fabrics

MIX

A mixed load of fabrics made of cotton 
or synthetic fabrics

SHOES IN BASKET

Shoes

WOOL IN BASKET

Woollen fabrics that are suitable 
for use in washers.

COLD 

All types of fabric except for wool 
and silk.

WARM 

SHIRTS 
BLOUSES

Shirts and blouses made of cotton 
and blended fabrics

DOWNS

Fabrics with down filling

OUTDOOR

Functional clothing made of microfibre

SUPER 40

Synthetic fibres, light cotton or mixed 
fabrics

JEANS

Fabrics made from jeans/denim

BLANKETS

Large quilted fabrics containing 
synthetic fibres

TOWELS

Terry-towelling laundry e.g. towels 
and bathrobes

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Child lock 

Activate/deactivate 

a

 Press the two selection buttons 

>ü>

 

at the same time and hold them for 3 seconds.

7

Overview of Programmes 

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 Refer to the table of consumption rates on Page 9 and the notes on Page 6.

 

    

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  Sor

t the laundr

y accor

ding t

o

 type of te

xtile and f

abr

ic. F

abr

ics must be suitable f

or tumble dr

ying 

a

Dryness levels can be individually selected

 

a

 

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 C/board dry extra

+c

C/board dry and

 

|

c

Iron dry (depending on the model and programme)

Degree of 

dryness can be finely adjusted (depending on the programme). Multi-layered fabrics require a longer drying time than single-lay

ered items of clothing. 

Recommendation: Dry separately.

  

Pr

ogr

ammes

Max.

Type of F

abr

ic 

Options and Notes

COTTONS

8 kg

Hard-wearing fabrics, boil-resistant fabrics made of cotton or 

linen

EASY CARE

3.5 kg

Fabrics made from synthetic or blended fabrics

MIX

3.5 kg

A mixed load of fabrics made of cotton and synthetic fabrics

SHOES IN BASKET

1 pair

Shoes

Use with separate basket only 

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see the woollens basket 

description. 

WOOL IN BASKET

1 kg

Hand or machine-washable fabrics made of wool or containing 

wool

Use with separate basket only 

a

see the woollens basket 

description.

COLD 

All types of fabric except for wool and silk

For refreshing or airing

WARM 

For pre-dried, multi-layered fabrics or small, individual items 

of laundry. Also for subsequent drying.

SHIRTS 

BLOUSES

1.5 kg

Shirts and blouses made of cotton and blended fabrics

Creasing is reduced. Not completely dried.

DOWNS

1.5 kg

Fabrics with down filling

Dry non-quilted fabrics separately.

OUTDOOR

2 kg

Functional clothing made of microfibre

SUPER 40

2 kg

Synthetic fibres, light cotton or mixed fabrics

Easy-to-dry textiles.

JEANS

6 kg

Fabrics made from jeans/denim

BLANKETS

2 kg

Large quilted fabrics containing synthetic fibres

No down filling

.

TOWELS

3.5 kg

Terry-towelling laundry e.g. towels and bathrobes

9704 / 9001289673

*1289673*

Gaggenau Hausgeräte GmbH

Carl-Wery-Str. 34

81739 München / Deutschland

WT260100

Summary of Contents for WT 260100

Page 1: ...door Remove fluff from the door door area 2 Pull out the inner and outer fluff filter and open them out 3 Remove any fluff rinse both fluff filters under running water and dry thoroughly 4 Fold the fl...

Page 2: ...is leaking out Make sure the dryer is level Push the condensate container back in until it locks fully into place 12 What to do if Laundry is not dried correctly or is still too damp After the end of...

Page 3: ...ucted in its use by a responsible adult This appliance is intended for use up to a maximum height of 4000 metres above sea level Contents Page Preparation 2 Control panel 2 Drying 3 4 Display panel an...

Page 4: ...ance instructions Page 3 Clean the fluff filters The fluff filter consists of two parts Clean the inner and outer fluff filter after every drying cycle 1 Open the door Remove fluff from the door door...

Page 5: ...e that is called from M1 M2 Memory 1 2 is displayed on the display panel W 3 sec end signal button signal auto power offandLanguage PressandholdbuttonsW 3 sec for 3 seconds in order to access the menu...

Page 6: ...s Use with separate basket only a see the woollens basket description WOOL IN BASKET 1 kg Hand or machine washable fabrics made of wool or containing wool Use with separate basket only a see the wooll...

Page 7: ...ts Do not dry non breathable fabrics Avoid drying laundry items that produce a lot of fluff Woollens should be refreshed or dried using the woollens programme only 9 Consumption values table Programme...

Page 8: ...se specify the product number E Nr and production number FD of your appliance see inside of door Switch the dryer off using the programme selector and unplug the mains plug from the socket Please empt...

Page 9: ...of tripping Below 0 C there is a possibility of frost damage Mains connection Connect the dryer to an AC earthed socket according to specifications otherwise it cannot be guaranteed that the applianc...

Page 10: ...this instruction manual and the Installation and maintenance instructions before using the dryer To install the condensation drain follow the Condensation drain instructions provided separately Tumble...

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