Bosch WTMC8521UC - Manual (Page 6)

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Installation location
d WARNING d
Do not install the dryer:
- outdoors,
- in an environment with dripping
water,
- near flammable materials,
- in rooms which are at risk of frost,
- in rooms which may contain gas
or other fuels,
- in cupboards with lockable doors
or in alcoves.
- with other fuelĆburning appliance
in the same closet.
The installation room must be well
ventilated, otherwise the dryer will
operate below optimum performance.
Do not operate the dryer at
temperatures above 104 ° F (40 ° C) and
below 41 ° F (5 ° C). Low temperatures
affect the automatic program sequence
and may prolong the drying times.
The installation surface for the dryer
must be clean, level and firm. Do not
install the appliance on carpets!
Compensate for uneven floors with the
heightĆadjustable feet.
Install the dryer and level side to side
and front to back. Use a bubble level.
Never remove the heightĆadjustable
feet!
The size of the installation area
depends on the dimensions of the
dryer. Ensure that there is adequate
room for the swivel range of the door!
d WARNING d
If installed in a garage, the dryer
must be installed on a substantial
platform at least 18 inches above
the floor to reduce the liklihood of
igniting flammable vapors and be
located or protected so it cannot be
damaged by a moving vehicle
Dimension Weight
a 27.0" (686 mm) 125 lbs
(56 kg)
b 31.8" (808 mm)
(56 kg)
with
c 37.2" (945 mm)
with
packaging
143 lbs
d
angle
19.7" (500 mm)/
170-180°
packaging
143 lbs
(64 kg)
If installing the dryer in a closet, observe
the minimum distances according to
the following table:
Minimum Installation Clearances
Closet
Sides 0" (O mm)
Top 12" (3O5 mm)
Rear* 0" (O mm)
* as close to wall as gasĆpiping and venting
will allow.
Important information concerning
minimum distances:
-
Depending on the location of the
exhaust air connection, an
additional minimum distance of
5½ inch (14 cm) must be provided
on this side for pipes/brackets (see
page 9).
- Distances above the indicated
minimum dimensions reduce the
risk of mold formation behind the
appliance.
- Additional distances reduce noise
transmission.
- Additional distances facilitate
installation and service.
- If the dryer is installed in a small
room, the doors of the room must
be fitted with vents of a specified
minimum size.
The dryer door is delivered with hinges
on the right. If required, the door hinges
can be switched to the left side.
If the door hinges are to be changed
over, please contact your dealer or our
customer service team (see page 23).