Washing machine WAK24160AU 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 1 Z Laundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Operating the appliance . . . . . . 17 Preparing the washing machine . . . .17 Select programme/switch on the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Change the programme default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Select additional programme settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .
en Intended use 4 After-sales service . . . . . . . . . . 29 [ Consumption rates . . . . . . . . . . 30 Consumption values table . . . . . . . . 30 J Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 5 Positioning and connecting. . . 30 Included with the appliance . . . . Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . Installation surface . . . . . . . . . . . Installation on a base or a wooden joist floor . . . . . . . . Installing the appliance in a kitchenette . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety instructions ( Safety instructions ■ Electrical safety snoitcursniyteSfa : Warning Danger of death! There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components. ■ 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. ■ The appliance must be grounded. Electrical connection ~ Page 35 Risk of injury : Warning Risk of injury! When the washing machine is lifted by its protruding parts (e.g.
en Safety instructions : Warning Danger of death! Children may lock themselves in appliances, putting their lives at risk. For appliances that have reached the end of their service life: ■ Disconnect the mains plug. ■ Cut through the mains cable and remove it, along with plug. ■ Destroy the lock on the washing machine door. : Warning Risk of suffocation! Children may become wrapped in packaging/film or packing parts if allowed to play with them, or they may pull them over their heads and suffocate.
Environmental protection 7 Environmental protection Tips on economical use ■ Packaging/used appliance noitceorplamnoteriEv ) Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-responsible manner. The following Do’s and Don’ts provide a framework for the return and recycling of used products when available in your area.
en Main points in brief Y Main points in brief feirbnstiopnMa 1 @ Connect the mains plug. -------- 2 @ Turn on the water tap. @ Select a programme e.g. Cottons. -------- 3 @ Sort the laundry. @ @ Load the laundry . Observe the maximum load on the display panel. @ Open the door. @ Close the washing machine door. @ Ç Add detergent. ~ Page 18 -------- 4 @ Programme end -------- 8 @ Open the washing machine door and remove the laundry. Start the programme.
Getting to know the appliance en * Getting to know the appliance Washing machine ecnailpehtwonk gnitGe # 6 7 Detergent drawer ~ Page 18 Controls/display elements Washing machine door with window handle 9S Open the washing machine door 9T Close the door @ Service flap ( 0 8 9
Getting to know the appliance en Control panel + # ( rpm 0, Ready in ð for changing the programme default settings Overview of all programme default settings ~ Page 15 0 SpeedPerfect G, Rinse Plus Z for choosing the additional programme settings Overview of all programme settings ~ Page 16 8 Start/Reload A for starting, interrupting (f.e.
Laundry Z Laundry Prepare the laundry yrdnuaL Caution! Damage to the appliance/fabrics Foreign objects (e.g. coins, paper-clips, needles, nails) may damage the laundry or components in the washing machine. Therefore, note the following tips when preparing your laundry: ■ Empty pockets. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Look out for metal items (paperclips, etc.) and remove them. Wash delicates in a laundry bag (tights, underwired bras, etc.). Close any zips, button up any cover buttons. Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
en Detergent C Detergent Correct selection of detergent tnegrD The care label is crucial for selecting the correct detergent, temperature and treatment of the laundry. Note: Only use detergents for frontloading washing machines, low suds/ detergent foam. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 12 Standard detergent with optical brighteners Suitable for boil-washable white laundry made from linen or cotton Programme: Cottons/ cold - max.
Overview of programmes en / Overview of programmes Programmes on the programme selector margsoepfweivOr Programme/type of laundry/information Settings/Presettings of the programmes are highlighted in bold Name of programme Max. load; Short explanation of the programme or the fabric for which it is suita- * Reduced load for SpeedPerfect ble. G function Temperature that can be selected Spin speed that can be selected; ** Max.
en Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings/Presettings of the programmes are highlighted in bold 0 Spin/Drain [ Extra spin with speed that can be selected If only the drain cycle is required, set the spin speed to – – –. – – – ... 800 ... 1200** rpm - Super 15’/30’ -/, Extra-short programme of approx. 15 minutes, suitable for small items of lightly soiled laundry Note: Longer programme duration (approx. 30 minutes) for deactivated SpeedPerfect G setting ~ Page 16 Max.
Programme default settings en Programme/type of laundry/information Settings/Presettings of the programmes are highlighted in bold Rinse/Freshen up O Extra rinse with spin – – – ... 800 ... 1200** rpm Z Starching Note: Laundry shall 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).
en Additional programme settings Ready in ð (“Ready in” time) When you select the programme, the relevant programme duration is displayed. The programme duration is automatically adjusted when the programme is running. Changes to the programme default settings or programme settings also change the programme duration. Before starting the programme, the programme end ("Ready in" time) can be preselected in increments of one hour (h = hours) up to a maximum of 24 hours.
Operating the appliance 1 Operating the appliance Preparing the washing machine ecnailpehtgniaOrep Note: The washing machine must be correctly installed and connected. ~ Page 30 1. 2. 3. 4. Connect the mains plug. Turn on the water tap. Open the door. Check that the drum is completely drained. Drain if necessary. en Change the programme default settings You can use the default settings or change them. To do this, repeatedly select the corresponding button until the required setting is displayed.
en Operating the appliance Notes ■ Mix items of laundry of varying sizes. Laundry items of different sizes distribute themselves better during the spin cycle. Individual items of laundry may lead to imbalances. ■ Observe the specified maximum load. Overfilling has a negative impact on the washing result and promotes creasing. Measuring 1. Place presorted items of laundry unfolded in the washing drum. 2.
Operating the appliance en 1. Pull out the detergent drawer as far as possible. 2. Add detergent and/or care products. 3. Close the detergent drawer. Note: If you want to lock the programme to prevent it from being inadvertently adjusted, you can select the childproof lock as follows. Measuring aid* for liquid detergent *depending on the model Childproof lock Position the measuring aid for measuring the correct amount of liquid detergent: 1. Pull out the detergent drawer.
en Operating the appliance Note: Do not leave the washing machine door open for too long when adding laundry as water from the laundry may leak out. If the display panel shows: ■ Both the YES and ¼ symbols lit up, it is possible to add laundry. ■ A flashing NO symbol, wait until YES and ¼ light up. Do not open the door until both the YES and the ¼ symbols are lit. ■ A flashing NO symbol, it is not possible to add laundry.
Sensors ■ Remove any foreign objects from the drum and the rubber seal – risk of rusting. en Note: Place large and small items of laundry evenly in the drum. Faults and what to do about them ~ Page 25 VoltCheck The automatic voltage control system detects unauthorised voltage drops during the washing process. ■ ■ ■ Leave the washing machine door and detergent drawer open so that any residual water can dry away. Always wait for the end of the programme, otherwise the appliance may still be locked.
en Setting the signal M Setting the signal langisehtgni Ste 1. Activate the setting mode for the signal volume Set to Ú. Press and hold the 0 button and turn one position to the right. Press and hold the button for approx. five seconds until the display elements light up. Setting mode is activated. 2. Set the volume for the button signals (depending on the model) Press the button repeatedly until the Go to point Set to Ú to exit the setting mode for the signal volume. desired volume is reached.
Cleaning and maintenance 2 Cleaning and maintenance : Warning ecnatmidgnaeCl Danger of death! There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components. Switch off the appliance and unplug the mains plug. : Warning Risk of poisoning! Toxic vapours can be produced by 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 Allow the water to cool down. 1. Turn off the water tap so that no more water can flow in and has to be drained via the drain pump. 2. Switch off the appliance. Disconnect the mains plug. 3. Open and remove the service flap. 4. Take the drain hose out of the retainer. Remove the sealing cap, allow the detergent solution to flow out into a suitable container. Replace the sealing cap and place the drainage hose in the retainer. 5.
Faults and what to do about them. 2. Select any programme (except Rinse/Freshen up O // 0 Spin/ Drain [ ). 3. Press Start/Reload A . Allow the programme to run for approximately 40 seconds. 4. Set the programme selector to off position. Disconnect the mains plug. 5. Clean the filter on the water tap: Remove the hose from the water tap. Clean the filter with a small brush.
en Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Display Cause/remedial action YES The washing machine door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. NO ■ ■ ¼ flashes ■ ■ ■ E:17 ■ ■ ■ E:18 ■ ■ The temperature is too high. Wait until the temperature falls. Water level too high. Not possible to add laundry. If necessary, close the washing machine door immediately. To continue the programme, press Start/ Reload A . Laundry may be caught.
Faults and what to do about them. en Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/remedial action Water is leaking out. ■ ■ No water supply. Detergent not dispensed. ■ ■ ■ ■ Washing machine door cannot be opened. ■ ■ ■ Programme does not start. ■ ■ ■ Detergent solution is not emptied. ■ ■ ■ Water not visible in the drum. Spin result not satisfactory. Laundry wet/too damp. Spin cycle started and stopped several times. The programme duration is longer than usual.
en Faults and what to do about them. Faults The symbol N flashes in the display panel. Foam may escape from the detergent drawer. Cause/remedial action ■ ■ Intense noise, vibrations and "wandering" during spinning. Display panel/indicator lamps do not function during operation. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Detergent residues on the laundry. NO appears on the display panel in reload mode.
After-sales service en 4 After-sales service If you cannot correct the fault yourself, (see section, Faults and what to do about them ~ Page 25), please contact our after-sales service. ~ Cover page We will always find an appropriate solution in order to avoid unnecessary visits by engineers. Please give the after-sales service the product number (E no.) and the production number (FD) of the appliance.
en Consumption rates [ Consumption rates Consumption values table setarnoimuCstp Programme Load Energy consumption* Water* Programme duration* i Cottons cold 7 kg 0.23 kWh 70 l 2 1/2 h i Cottons 40 °C 7 kg 0.77 kWh 70 l 2 1/2 h f Easy-Care 40 °C 4 kg 0.45 kWh 51 l 1 1/2 h o Mix 40 °C 3.5 kg 0.33 kWh 46 l 1 1/4 h “ Delicate/Silk cold 2 kg 0.13 kWh 35 l 3/4 h W l Wool cold 2 kg 0.
Positioning and connecting en In addition, a hose clamp (24 - 40 mm diameter, available from specialist dealers) is required to connect the water drain hose to a siphon. Useful tools ■ Spirit level for levelling ■ Wrench with: – WAF 13 for loosening the transport locks, and – WAF 17 for aligning the appliance feet Safety instructions : Warning Risk of injury! The washing machine is very heavy. Be careful when lifting/transporting the washing machine.
en Positioning and connecting Notes ■ In addition to the safety information listed here, the local water and electricity supplier may have special requirements. ■ If in doubt, have the appliance connected by a specialist. Installation surface Note: The washing machine must be stable aligned so that it does not move around. ■ The installation surface must be firm and level. ■ Soft floors/floor coverings are not suitable.
Positioning and connecting ■ Right-hand connection a FP 3. Fit the covers. Lock the covers firmly in place by applying pressure to the snap-in hooks. Hose and cable lengths Left-hand connection Tip: The following are available from specialist dealers/the after-sales service: ■ An extension for Aqua-Stop or cold water supply hose (approx. 2.50 m); order no. WMZ2380, WZ10130, CZ11350, Z7070X0 ■ A longer supply hose (approx. 2.
en ■ Positioning and connecting Only tighten the screw connections by hand. If the screw connections are tightened too much with a tool (pliers), the thread may be damaged. Optimum water pressure in the supply network At least 100 kPa (1 bar) Maximum 1000 kPa (10 bar) When the tap is open, the water flow is at least 8 l/min. If the water pressure is higher than this, a pressure-reducing valve must be installed. Connection 1. Connect the water supply hose to the water tap (¾" = 26.
Positioning and connecting – The water drains away quickly enough. ■ en 3. Tighten the lock nut against the housing. In doing so, hold the foot tight and do not adjust its height. The lock nuts on all four appliance feet must be screwed tightly against the housing. Drainage into a siphon The connection point must be secured using a hose clamp with a diameter of 24-40 mm (available from specialist dealers).
en ■ ■ ■ Positioning and connecting If an earth-leakage circuit breaker is used, only a type which displays this symbol is used: z. Only this symbol guarantees compliance with the currently applicable regulations. The mains plug can be accessed at all times. The mains cable is not bent, squashed, modified, cut through, or in contact with heat sources. Grounding Instructions : Warning Danger of death! Improper connection of the ground may result in electric shock.
Positioning and connecting Transportation e.g. when moving home Preparatory work: 1. Turn off the water tap. 2. Reduce the water pressure in the supply hose. Maintenance – filter in the water supply ~ Page 24 3. Drain the remaining detergent solution. Maintenance – detergent solution pump blocked ~ Page 23 4. Disconnect the washing machine from the mains. 5. Remove the hoses. en Installing the transport locks: 1. Remove the covers and keep them in a safe place. Use a screwdriver if necessary. 2.
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