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Re: Bosch Tumble Dryer WTL 5500 – just sits there!

It has a series of 4 dryness level lights starting with dry, then iron dry, cupboard dry and finally extra dry.

On start, it just lights the dry light – it does not flash.

Normally when you press the start button, the dry light comes on and then as far a I recall the pump would start, then the drum turn.

Its as if the machine is waiting for something, before starting the pump.
It doesn’t seem to think there is a fault – nothing flashes.
Could that be a clue? Some sensor related to the pump?

Thanks
Jonathan

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Re: Bosch Tumble Dryer WTL 5500 – just sits there!

Thanks for the suggestions.

Yes its a condensing unit and you are right its built like a tank. I’ve found the exploded parts view from the bosch site – not too scarey.

I dont think its the door switch as the dry light does not come on if you press start with the door is open, so its sensing that the door is closed ok.

I did find a mention on another forum to the NTC thermister on the heater being open circuit. Another guy said he wiggled all the connectors on his then put it back together and it worked again.

Time to delve (unplugged)
Jonathan

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