Siemens WT46W381GB Operating And Installation Instructions Download Page 2

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Installation

– Scope of delivery: dryer, installation and operating instructions, woollens basket 

(depending on model).

– Check dryer for transport damage.
– The dryer is very heavy. Do not attempt to lift it on your own.
– Be careful to avoid sharp edges.
– Do not set up in a room that is susceptible to frost. Freezing water may cause damage. 
– If in doubt, have the appliance connected by a specialist.
– Do not lift the dryer by protruding parts (e.g. the door) - risk of breakage.

Setting up the dryer

– The appliance plug must always be accessible.
– Ensure that the appliance is installed on a clean, level 

and firm surface.

– Do not obstruct the air inlet on the front of the 

dryer.

– Keep the area around the dryer clean.
– Make the dryer level using the threaded feet

and a spirit level.

– Do not remove the threaded feet under any 

circumstances.

Mains connection 

see Safety instructions 

a

 page 13.

– Connect to an AC earthed socket. If in doubt have the socket checked by a specialist.
– The mains voltage and the voltage shown on the rating plate (

a

 

page 10

) must be the 

same.

– The connected load and necessary fuse protection are specified on the rating plate.

Frost protection

Preparation

1. Empty the condensate container 

a

 

page 4

.

2. Select any programme using the programme selector.
3. Press the 

Start

/Stop button 

a

 condensed water is pumped into the container

4. Wait 5 minutes and then empty the condensate container again.
5. Turn the programme selector to 

Off

.

Transport

– Prepare the dryer 

a

 see Frost protection.

– Transport the dryer in a vertical upright position.
– Following transportation, do not use the dryer for two hours.

The dryer contains residual water;
this can flow out if the dryer is tilted.

1.

Take all accessory parts out 
of the drum.
The drum must be empty.

Make sure that the air inlet 
remains unobstructed

Clean and level

Do not set up the dryer behind a door or sliding 
door, as this may obstruct the dryer door or prevent 
it from opening. This will prevent a potentially fatal 
danger to children from locking themselves in.

2.

Do not operate the dryer if 
there is a danger of frost.

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Care and cleaning

Heat exchanger

The dryer's heat exchanger is cleaned automatically during drying. 

Cln

 appears in the display 

panel. Do not pull out the condensate container during the cleaning process.

Dryer housing, control panel, air intake

Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
Do not use harsh cleaning agents or solvents.
Remove detergent and cleaning agent residue immediately.
Some water may collect between the window and the seal during drying. This does not affect 
the proper operation of your dryer in any way.

Filter in the condensate container

The filter is cleaned automatically when the condensate container is emptied.
However, the filter should still be cleaned regularly under running water 

a

 This prevents 

stubborn deposits/dirt from building up.

1.

Pull out the condensate container.

2.

Pull the filter out of its snap-in lock.

3.

Clean the filter under running water or in the dishwasher.

4.

Refit the filter.

5.

Insert the condensate container so that it locks into place.

Only operate the dryer with the filter inserted.

Moisture sensor

The dryer is equipped with stainless steel moisture sensors. Moisture sensors measure 
how damp the laundry is. A thin layer of limescale may build up on the moisture sensors 
after prolonged use.

1.

Open the door.

2.

Clean the moisture sensors using a damp sponge with a rough surface.

Do not use steel wool or abrasive materials.

Appliance must be switched off.

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Technical Data

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Dimensions (DxWxH)

60 x 60 x 85 cm (height adjustable)

Weight

approx. 51 kg

Max. capacity

7 kg

Condensate container

4.0 l

Connection voltage

220-240 V

Connected load

max. 800 W

Fuse protection

10 A

Ambient temperature

5 - 35°C

Product number 
Production number

Inside of door

The rating plate can be found on the back of the dryer.

Power consumption when switched off

0.10 W

Power consumption when ready for use (left-on mode)

1.00 W

ʠ

Drum interior light 

(depending on model)

:

 

The drum lights up after the door is opened and after the programme starts, and switches off 

automatically.

 

Consumption values table

Programme

Spin speed which 

is used for spinning 

the laundry

Duration**

Energy consumption**

Cottons

7 kg

3.5 kg

7 kg

3.5 kg

Cupboard Dry*

1400 rpm 

151 min

93 min

1.33 kWh

0.80 kWh

1000 rpm

178 min

110 min

1.65 kWh

0.97 kWh

800 rpm

205 min

127 min

1.92 kWh

1.13 kWh

Iron Dry*

1400 rpm

110 min

  71 min

0.94 kWh

0.61 kWh

1000 rpm

137 min

88 min

1.24 kWh

0.80 kWh

800 rpm

166 min

111 min

1.55 kWh

1.04 kWh

Easy-Care

3.5 kg

3.5 kg

Cupboard Dry*

800 rpm

64 min

0.54 kWh

600 rpm

78 min

0.68 kWh

*

Programme setting for testing in accordance with the applicable EN61121 standard.

**

The values may differ from those specified, depending on the type of fabric, composition of laundry to be dried, residual moisture in the fabric, 
the degree of dryness that has been set, the amount of laundry being loaded and the environmental conditions.

Most efficient programme for cotton fabrics

The following "standard cottons programme" (identified with 



) is suitable for drying normal, wet cotton laundry and is most efficient in terms of 

its combined energy consumption for drying wet cotton laundry.

Standard programme for cottons in accordance with current EU regulation 932/2012

Programme

Load

Energy consumption

Programme duration



Cottons Cupboard Dry

7 kg/3.5 kg

1.65 kWh/0.97 kWh

178 min/110 min

Programme setting for testing and energy labelling in accordance with Directive 2010/30/EU.

Optional accessories

  

(order from the after-sales service using the order number, depending on the model)

 

Washer-dryer stack connection set

The dryer can be placed on top of a suitable washing machine with the same width and depth to save space. The dryer 

must be

 

fastened 

to the washing machine using this connection set. WZ 20400: with pull-out worktop

.

Installation underneath the worktop

Instead of the appliance covering plate, you 

must

 

have a metal cover fitted by a specialist.

Platform

For easier loading and unloading. The basket contained in the drawer can be used to carry the laundry.

Wollens basket

For drying 

individual

 wollen fabrics, sports shoes and soft toys (see separate instructions for “Woollens basket”).

WZ
11410

WZ
20290
WZ
20500

WZ
20600

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Normal noises

 

During drying, the compressor and the pump generate some noise which is entirely normal

.

The compressor in the dryer may occasion-
ally generate a humming noise. The volume 

and pitch of this may vary

depending on the selected 

programmes and the progress of the 

drying.

The compressor in the dryer is ventilated 

from time to time, which creates a whirring 

sound.

The automatic cleaning process causes a 

clicking noise.

The process of pumping the condensation 

into the condensate container generates 

pumping noises.

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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. The contact details of your local after-sales service can be found in the enclosed after-
sales service directory, or by calling one of these numbers:

GB

 0344 892 8999 (Calls charged at local or mobile rate.)

IE

 01450 2655 (0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute.)

When contacting the after-sales service, please quote the appliance's product number (E no.) 
and production number (FD) (see under the loading door).
Turn the programme selector to 

Off

 and unplug the mains plug from the socket.

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The 

Start

/Stop

 

indicator lamp does 

not light up.

Mains plug plugged in?
Programme selected?
Check the socket fuse.

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The display panel light and indicator 
lights 

(depending on model)

 go out 

and the 

Start

/Stop indicator light 

flashes.

Energy-saving mode is activated 

a

 see the separate 

Energy-

saving mode

 instructions.

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The 

Empty water

 indicator lamp and 

the 

Start

/Stop button are flashing.

Empty the condensate container 

a

 

page 4

.

Clean the condensate container filter if necessary 

a

 

page 9

.

Dryer transported? 

a

 Wait 2 hours and start again.

ʠ

The 

Clean filter

 indicator lamp and 

Start

/Stop button are flashing.

Rinse the fluff filter under running water 

a

 

page 4

.

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Cln

 appears in the display panel.

Not an error. Automatic cleaning of the heat exchanger. Do not 
empty the condensate container.

ʠ

Dryer does not start.

Start

/Stop button selected?

Door closed?
Ambient temperature greater than 5°C? The optimum ambient 
temperature for drying is between 5 °C and 35 °C. 

ʠ

Water is leaking out.

Make sure the dryer is level.

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The door opens by itself.

Push the door closed until you hear it click into place.

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Creasing.

Laundry load exceeded?
Remove articles of clothing immediately after the end of the 
programme, hang up and pull into shape.
Unsuitable programme selected 

a

 page 7.

ʠ

Laundry is not dried correctly or is still 
too damp.

After the end of the programme, warm laundry feels damper than it 
actually is. Spread the laundry out and allow the heat to disperse.
Finely adjust the dryness level – this extends the drying time but 
does not increase the temperature. Your laundry will become drier.
Select a programme with a longer drying time or increase the 
drying level. This does not increase the temperature.
Select a time programme for extended drying of laundry that is still 
damp.
If you have exceeded the maximum load for the programme, the 
laundry may not be dried correctly.
Clean the moisture sensor in the drum. A fine layer of limescale 
may adversely affect the performance of the sensors and your 
washing will not dry properly.
Drying has been interrupted as a result of a power cut, because the 
condensate container is full or because the maximum drying time 
has been exceeded.

ʠ

Drying time too long.

Rinse the fluff filters under running water 

a

 page 4.

Insufficient supply of air 

a

 ensure that air can circulate.

Air inlet possibly blocked 

a

 Clear inlet 

a

 

page 8

.

Ambient temperature higher than 35 °C 

a

 ventilate the room. The 

optimum ambient temperature for drying is between 5 °C 
and 35 °C. Outside of this range, the drying time may increase.

ʠ

The humidity in the room increases 
significantly.

Make sure the room is sufficiently ventilated.
Air inlet blocked? 

a

 Keep clear.

ʠ

Power failure.

Remove laundry from the dryer immediately and spread out. This 
allows the heat to dissipate. Be careful as the door, the drum and 
the laundry may be hot.

ʠ

Other intermittent noises and 
vibrations.

Not an error. Normal noises 

a

 

page 11

.

ʠ

Loud humming noise for several 
seconds.

Has the condensate container been properly inserted? 

a

 Push the condensate container all the way in.

Not an error. Normal noises 

a

 

page 11

.

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Safety instructions

Emergency

– Pull the appliance plug out of the socket immediately or disconnect the fuse.

ONLY use 
the dryer...

– in rooms inside the house.
– to dry fabrics. 

The dryer 
must NEVER...

– be used for purposes other than those described above.
– be modified in terms of its technology or properties.

Hazards

– The dryer must not be used by children or persons who have not been instructed 

in its use.

– Do not leave children unsupervised near the dryer.
– Keep pets away from the dryer.
– Remove all objects from pockets, and lighters in particular 

a

 Risk of explosion.

– Do not lean or sit on the door 

a

 Risk of tipping.

Installation

– Secure loose cables 

a

 Risk of tripping.

– Do not operate a dryer if there is a risk of frost.

Mains 
connection

– Connect the dryer to an AC earthed socket according to specifications, otherwise 

it cannot be guaranteed that the appliance is completely safe.

– The cable cross-section must be sufficient.

– Only use earth-leakage circuit breakers with the following symbol: 
– The appliance plug and socket must be compatible.
– Do not use multiple plugs/connectors and/or extension cables. 
– Do not touch or hold the appliance plug with wet hands 

a

 Risk of electric shock.

– Never pull the appliance plug out of the socket by its cable.
– Do not damage the mains lead 

a

 Risk of electric shock.

Operation

– Only load the drum with laundry. Check the contents before you switch 

the dryer on.

– Do not use the dryer if the laundry has been in contact with solvents, oil, wax, 

grease or paint (e.g. hair styling products, nail varnish remover, stain remover, 
cleaning solvent, etc.) 

a

 Risk of fire/explosion.

– The tumble dryer is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for 

cleaning.

– Dust (e.g. coal dust, flour) poses a danger: Do not use the dryer

a

Risk of 

explosion

– Do not put laundry containing foamed material/rubber in the dryer 

a

 elastic 

material may be destroyed and the dryer be damaged due to possible deformation 
of the foamed material.

– Do not turn off the dryer until the drying process ends, unless the laundry will be 

removed quickly and spread out, so that the heat can dissipate.

– When cleaning the fluff filter, make sure that no foreign material (down or filling 

material) gets into the air duct opening. If necessary, clean the drum beforehand 
with a vacuum cleaner. If foreign material should still get into the air duct 

a

 call 

the after-sales service 

a

 Risk of fire/explosion.

– Light things, such as long hair, may be sucked into the air inlet of the dryer 

a

Risk 

of injury.

– Final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat (cool down cycle), to ensure 

that the items are left at a temperature that ensures that the items will not be 
damaged.

– Switch off the dryer once the programme has ended.
– The water from condensation is not drinking water and may be contaminated 

with fluff.

Defect

– Do not use the dryer if it is defective or if you suspect that it is. Repairs must only 

be carried out by the after-sales service.

– Do not use the dryer if the mains cable is defective. To avoid danger, only have 

the defective mains cable replaced by the after-sales service.

Spare parts

– Only use genuine spare parts and accessories for safety reasons.

Disposal

– Pull out the appliance plug, 

then

 cut off the mains cable from the appliance.

Dispose of at a municipal waste disposal facility.

– The dryer's heat exchanger contains fluorinated greenhouse (R134a) gas in 

a hermetically sealed unit 

a

 dispose of in a proper manner. Capacity: 0.220 kg.

Total GWP: 0.315 tCO2.

– Packaging: Keep all packaging out of reach of babies and children 

a

 Risk of 

suffocation.

– All materials are environmentally sound and can be reused. Dispose of in an 

environmentally-responsible manner.

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Summary of Contents for WT46W381GB

Page 1: ...vel 2 Pour out the condensation 3 Always push container in fully until it clicks into place If the Empty water indicator lamp flashes despite the container having been emptied a Filter in condensate container page 9 Cleaning the fluff filter The fluff filter consists of two parts Clean the inner and outer filter after every drying cycle 1 Open the door Remove fluff from the door door area 2 Pull o...

Page 2: ...one of these numbers GB 0344 892 8999 Calls charged at local or mobile rate IE 01450 2655 0 03 per minute at peak Off peak 0 0088 per minute When contacting the after sales service please quote the appliance s product number E no and production number FD see under the loading door Turn the programme selector to Off and unplug the mains plug from the socket ʠ The Start Stop indicator lamp does not ...

Page 3: ...r 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 Display Re...

Page 4: ...r in fully until it clicks into place If the Empty water indicator lamp flashes despite the container having been emptied a Filter in condensate container page 9 Cleaning the fluff filter The fluff filter consists of two parts Clean the inner and outer filter after every drying cycle 1 Open the door Remove fluff from the door door area 2 Pull out both parts of the fluff filter 3 Remove fluff from ...

Page 5: ...ecommended capacity but do not exceed it a Programme overview page 7 Make sure the room is well ventilated during drying Do not cover or seal the air inlet Button signals Setting the volume for button signals Selectable values 0 off 1 quiet 2 medium 3 loud 4 very loud x x 1 x to the right Press and hold Low heat and turn 2 x to the right Press Start Stop until the required volume is reached Turn t...

Page 6: ...ified depending on the type of fabric mixture of laundry to be dried residual moisture in the fabric and loading capa city Outdoor max 1 5 kg Fabrics with membrane coating water repellent fabrics functional clothing fleece fabrics dry jackets trousers with removable internal lining separately Programme time warm 30 max 3 kg All types of fabric time programme Suitable for pre dried or slightly damp...

Page 7: ... the dryer is tilted 1 Take all accessory parts out of the drum The drum must be empty Make sure that the air inlet remains unobstructed Clean and level Do not set up the dryer behind a door or sliding door as this may obstruct the dryer door or prevent it from opening This will prevent a potentially fatal danger to children from locking themselves in 2 Do not operate the dryer if there is a dange...

Page 8: ...table for drying normal wet cotton laundry and is most efficient in terms of its combined energy consumption for drying wet cotton laundry Standard programme for cottons in accordance with current EU regulation 932 2012 Programme Load Energy consumption Programme duration Cottons Cupboard Dry 7 kg 3 5 kg 1 65 kWh 0 97 kWh 178 min 110 min Programme setting for testing and energy labelling in accord...

Page 9: ...ses and vibrations Not an error Normal noises a page 11 ʠ Loud humming noise for several seconds Has the condensate container been properly inserted a Push the condensate container all the way in Not an error Normal noises a page 11 13 Safety instructions Emergency Pull the appliance plug out of the socket immediately or disconnect the fuse ONLY use the dryer in rooms inside the house to dry fabri...

Page 10: ...ine en Operating and installation instructions Observe the safety instructions on page 13 Read these instructions and the separate Energy saving mode instructions before switching on the dryer Tumble dryer WT46W381GB w w w d e v i c e m a n u a l s e u ...

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