Washing machine en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions
Your new washing machine Display rules You have chosen a Bosch washing machine. : Warning! Please take a few minutes to read and become familiar with the advantages of your washing machine. This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly dangerous situation. Not heeding the warning can cause death or injuries.
en Contents enI structionManual ndInstal tionI structions 8 Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ( Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . .5 Electrical safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Risk of injury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety for children. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 7 Environmental protection . . . . . .7 Packaging/used appliance . . . . . . . . . 7 Tips on economical use . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Y Main points in brief . . . . . . . . . . .
en Intended use 4 After-sales service . . . . . . . . . . 27 J Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 5 Positioning and connecting. . . 28 Included with the appliance . . . . Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secure installation . . . . . . . . . . . Installation surface . . . . . . . . . . . Installation on a base or a wooden joist floor . . . . . . . . . . Installing the appliance in a kitchenette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the transport locks . . Hose and cable lengths.
Safety instructions ( Safety instructions ■ Electrical safety snoitcursniyteSfa : Warning Risk of death! There is a risk of electric shock if live components are touched. ■ Never touch or hold the mains plug with wet hands. ■ Only pull out the mains cable by the plug and never by the cable, as this could damage it. Risk of injury : Warning Risk of injury! The washing machine is very heavy. Be careful when lifting/transporting the washing machine; wear protective gloves.
en Safety instructions Safety for children : Warning Risk of death! There is a risk of death or injury if children play with the washing machine. ■ Do not leave children unattended near the washing machine. ■ Do not let children play with the washing machine. : Warning Risk of death! Children may lock themselves in appliances, putting their lives at risk. For appliances that have reached the end of their service life: ■ Unplug the mains plug.
Environmental protection en 7 Environmental protection Packaging/used appliance noitceorplamnoteriEv ) Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner. This appliance is designated according to European Directive 2012/19/EC, which governs waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). The directive provides a framework for the collection and recycling of old appliances, which is valid across the EU.
en Main points in brief Y Main points in brief feirbnstiopnMa 1 @ Connect the mains plug. -------- 2 @ Turn on the tap (for models without the AquaStop feature). @ Select a programme. -------- 3 @ 4 8 Do not trap any items of laundry. Close the washing machine door. @ Press the Start button. Select additional settings if necessary. Change the programme default settings if necessary. @ Open the loading door and remove the laundry. Open the washing machine door.
Getting to know the appliance en * Getting to know the appliance Washing machine ecnailpehtwonk gnitGe # 6 ( 0 8 9S 9T @ 7 Detergent drawer ~ Page 17 Control/display panel ~ Page 10 Door with door handle Open the loading door Close the loading door Service flap 9
en Getting to know the appliance Control panel You can find possible programme default settings and additional programme settings in the overview; these differ depending on the model. ( additional programme settings can be selected Overview of all additional programme settings ~ Page 14 0 Display panel for settings and information 8 Programme default settings can be changed Overview of all programme default settings ~ Page 13 # + @ Start button for starting, interrupting (e.g.
Laundry en Symbols for the programme sequence and information N ' 0 -‹- wash, rinse, spin, programme duration or end ¼ Open the washing machine door, add laundry ~ Page 18 D Childproof lock ~ Page 18 Z Laundry ■ ■ Prepare the laundry yrdnuaL Caution! Damage to the appliance/fabrics Foreign objects (e.g. coins, paperclips, needles, nails) may damage the laundry or components in the washing machine. ■ You should therefore note the following tips when preparing your laundry: ■ Empty any pockets.
en Detergent – W : Suitable for washing by hand; e.g. the W / Wool programme. – Ž: Do not wash the laundry in the machine. Starching Note: Laundry should not be treated with fabric softener. Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Measure starch into compartment M in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions (clean first if necessary).
Programme default settings Saving energy and detergent For light and normal soiling, you can save energy (by lowering the washing temperature), and detergent. en 0 Programme default settings Note: You can find possible programme default settings in the overview; these differ depending on the model. sgnites luafmedrgoP Saving Soiling/note Reduced temperature and detergent quantity as per the recommended dosage Light No visible dirt or stains. Clothing has absorbed body odours, e.g.
en Additional programme settings $ Rinse Stop setting (without final spin). The laundry remains in the water after the last rinse cycle. You can select $ Rinse Stop (without final spin) to prevent creasing if the laundry is not taken out of the washing machine immediately after the programme has ended. Programme overview ~ Supplementary sheet for the installation and operating instructions 5 Ready in (Finished in, 5, 4, 3) The respective programme duration is displayed by selecting the programme.
Operating the appliance F EcoPerfect (F Eco Perfect, Eco) Energy-optimised washing by reducing the temperature, while achieving a comparable result. Note: The washing temperature is lower than the selected temperature. The Hygiene/Allergy/Sensitive programme is recommended for special hygiene requirements. If there is no Hygiene/Allergy/Sensitive programme on the programme selector, select a higher temperature or the additional ( SpeedPerfect programme setting.
en ■ Operating the appliance The preset spin speed. Change the programme default settings You can use the displayed programme default settings or adjust them. To do this, repeatedly press the corresponding button until the required setting is displayed. Then press the Start button to start the programme. Note: All buttons are sensitive and only need to be touched lightly. If the buttons are held for longer, the appliance automatically runs through the setting options.
Operating the appliance Measure and add detergent and care products Caution! Damage to the appliance Cleaning agents and agents for pretreating laundry (e.g. stain removers, prewash sprays, etc.) may cause damage if they come into contact with the surfaces of the washing machine. Do not allow these agents to come into contact with the surfaces of the washing machine. If necessary, immediately wipe away spray residue and other residues/ droplets with a damp cloth.
en Operating the appliance Note: Do not use the measuring aid for gel detergents and washing powder, or for programmes with prewash, or when the "Ready in" time has been selected. For models without a measuring aid, pour the liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place it in the drum. Start the programme Press the Start button to start the programme.
Operating the appliance Changing the programme If you have started the wrong programme by mistake, you can change it as follows: 1. Press the Start button to cancel the programme. 2. Select a different programme. 3. Press the Start button again. The new programme starts from the beginning. Cancel the programme 1. Press the Start button to cancel the programme. 2. To cool the laundry: Select the Rinse programme. 3. Press the Start button again. The Rinse programme starts.
en Sensors and ensures even distribution of the laundry by repeatedly starting and stopping drum spinning. If the laundry is extremely unevenly distributed, the speed is reduced or the spin cycle is not performed for safety reasons. H Sensors Automatic load sensing sroSne The automatic load sensing function optimally adjusts the water consumption to each programme depending on the type of fabric and the load. Note: Place large and small items of laundry in the drum (from ~ Page 25).
Cleaning and maintenance 2 Cleaning and maintenance : Warning ecnatmidgnaeCl Risk of death! There is a risk of electric shock if live components are touched. Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug. : Warning Risk of poisoning! Toxic vapours can be produced from cleaning agents that contain solvents, e.g. cleaning solvent. Do not use cleaning agents that contain solvents. Caution! Damage to the appliance Cleaning agents that contain solvents, e.g.
en Cleaning and maintenance Detergent solution pump blocked : Warning Risk of scalding! When washing at high temperatures, the detergent solution becomes hot. If you come into contact with the hot detergent solution, you may be scalded. Allow the detergent solution to cool down. 1. Turn off the water tap so that no more water can flow in and has to be drained via the detergent solution pump. 2. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the mains plug. 3. Open and remove the service flap. 4.
Cleaning and maintenance The drain hose at the siphon is blocked Filter in the water supply blocked 1. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the mains plug. 2. Loosen the hose clamp. Carefully remove the drain hose; residual water may leak out. 3. Clean the drain hose and siphon connecting piece. : Warning 4. Re-attach the drain hose and secure the connection point using the hose clamp. en Risk of electric shock! Do not immerse the AquaStop safety valve in water (it contains an electric valve).
en Faults and what to do about them. 3 Faults and what to do about them. Emergency release meh.t uobadt wahdnstluFa E.g. in the event of a power cut The programme continues when the power supply is restored. However, if the laundry has to be removed, the washing machine door can be opened as follows: : Warning Risk of scalding! When you are washing at high temperatures, there is a risk of scalding if you come into contact with hot detergent solution and laundry.
Faults and what to do about them. Display Cause/remedy F:18 ■ ■ en Detergent solution pump blocked. Clean the detergent solution pump. ~ Page 22 The drain hose/drain pipe is blocked. Clean the drain hose on the siphon. ~ Page 23 F:21 ■ Motor fault. Call the after-sales service!~ Page 27 F:23 ■ D ■ Childproof lock is active; deactivate it.
en Faults and what to do about them. Faults The programme is taking longer than usual. Cause/remedy ■ ■ The length of the programme changes during the washing cycle. There is residual water in the care product compartment. There are odours or greasy deposits in the washing machine. The N symbol is flashing on the display panel. Foam may be leaking from the detergent drawer. Loud noises, vibrations and machine “movement” during the spin cycle. Noises during spin and drain cycles.
After-sales service 4 After-sales service If you cannot rectify the fault yourself (Faults – what to do? ~ Page 25), please contact customer services. ~ Cover page We will always find an appropriate solution to avoid unnecessary visits by engineers. Please provide the after-sales service with the product number (E no.) and the production number (FD) of the appliance.
en Positioning and connecting 5 Positioning and connecting Included with the appliance gnitceodnagiotPso # + Notes ■ Check the machine for transport damage. Never use a damaged machine. If you have any complaints, contact the retailer from whom you purchased the appliance, or our after-sales service. ■ Moisture in the drum is due to the final inspection. In addition, a hose clamp (24 – 40 mm diameter, available from specialist retailers) is required to connect the water drain hose to a siphon.
Positioning and connecting Caution! Damage to the appliance ■ Frozen hoses may crack/burst. Do not install the washing machine in areas exposed to frost and/or outdoors. Note: If in doubt, have the appliance connected by a technician. Installation surface Note: The washing machine must be stable so that it does not move around. ■ The installation surface must be firm and level. ■ Soft floors/floor coverings are not suitable.
en Positioning and connecting Note: Keep the screws and sleeves screwed together in a safe place. Hose and cable lengths Left-hand connection a FP PLQ FP 1. Take the hoses out of the holders. PD[ FP a FP a FP Right-hand connection a FP a FP 3. Fit the covers. Lock the covers firmly in place by applying pressure to the snap-in hooks. 30 PD[ FP a FP PLQ FP 2. Remove the mains cable from the holders.
Positioning and connecting en Water connection Water inlet : Warning Notes ■ Do not bend, squash, modify or cut through the water supply hose (otherwise its strength is no longer guaranteed). ■ Only tighten the screw connection by hand. If the screw connections are tightened too much with a tool (pliers), the thread may be damaged. Risk of death! There is a risk of electric shock if live components are touched. Do not immerse the AquaStop safety valve in water (it contains an electric valve).
en ■ Positioning and connecting AquaStop model Caution! Damage to the appliance/fabrics If the end of the drain hose is immersed in the drained water, water may be sucked back into the appliance and may damage the appliance/fabrics. Make sure that: – The plug does not block drainage from the wash basin. – The end of the drain hose is not immersed in the drained water. – The water drains away quickly enough. Carefully turn the tap on, and check that the connection points are not leaking.
Positioning and connecting Levelling Align the appliance using a spirit level. Incorrect alignment may result in loud noises, vibrations and machine "movement". 1. Loosen the lock nuts using a spanner, turning it in a clockwise direction. 2. Check the alignment of the washing machine with a spirit level, and adjust it if necessary. Change the height by turning the appliance feet. All four appliance feet must stand firmly on the ground. 3. Tighten the lock nut against the housing.
en Positioning and connecting Before washing for the first time The washing machine was thoroughly tested before leaving the factory. In order to remove any water which may be left over from the test, run the first washing cycle without any laundry. Notes ■ The washing machine must be correctly installed and connected (from ~ Page 28). ■ Never use a damaged machine. Inform the after-sales service. ~ Page 27 Check the washing machine. Connect the mains plug. Turn on the tap. Switch on the appliance.
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Aqua-Stop warranty Only for appliances with Aqua-Stop In addition to warranty claims against the vendor based on the purchase agreement and to our appliance warranty, we will provide compensation under the following conditions: 1. If water damage is caused due to a fault in our Aqua-Stop system, we will compensate domestic customers for the damage caused. 2. The liability guarantee is valid for the service life of the appliance. 3.
