Bosch WTXD5500UC - Manual (Page 8)

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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 k )
b 31.8" (808 mm)
(56 kg)
ith
c 37.2" (945 mm)
with
packaging
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 25).