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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 Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Correct selection of detergent . . . . . .19 Saving energy and detergent . . . . . .19 Electrical safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Risk of injury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety for children. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 0 Programme default 7 Environmental protection . . .
en Intended use H Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Automatic load sensing . . . . . . . . . . 26 Unbalanced load detection system . 26 VoltCheck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 M Setting the signal . . . . . . . . . . . 27 2 Cleaning and maintenance . . . 28 Machine housing/control panel . . Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Descaling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Detergent drawer and housing . .
Safety instructions ( Safety instructions ■ Electrical safety snoitcursniyteSfa : Warning Risk 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 13 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 Positioning and connecting 5 Positioning and connecting Included with the appliance gnitceodnagiotPso Note: Check the machine for transport damage. Never use a damaged machine. If you have a complaint, please contact the retailer from whom you purchased the appliance, or our after-sales service. In addition, a hose clamp (24 - 40 mm diameter, available from specialist dealers) is required to connect the water drain hose to a siphon.
Positioning and connecting en Safety instructions Installation surface : Warning Note: The washing machine must be aligned in a stable manner so that it does not move around. ■ The installation surface must be firm and level. ■ Soft floors/floor coverings are not suitable. Risk of injury! ■ The washing machine is very heavy. Be careful when lifting/transporting the washing machine. ■ When the washing machine is lifted by its protruding parts (e.g.
en Positioning and connecting Removing the transport locks Caution! Damage to the appliance ■ The machine is secured for transportation using transport locks. If the transport locks are not removed, the machine may become damaged when it is operated. Before using the appliance for the first time, make sure that you completely remove all four transport locks. Keep the locks in a safe place.
Positioning and connecting Tip: The following are available (depending on model) 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. 2.20 m) for standard model en 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.
en Positioning and connecting You can lay the water drain hose as follows: ■ Outlet in a sink : Warning Risk of scalding! When you are washing at high temperatures, there is a risk of scalding if you come into contact with hot water e.g. if hot water is being drained into a wash basin. Do not reach into the hot water. 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.
Positioning and connecting Electrical connection Grounding Instructions : Warning : 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. ■ Never unplug the mains plug during operation.
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 ~ Page 8 ■ Never use a damaged machine. Inform your after-sales service. ~ Page 34 1. Check the machine. 2. Remove the protective film from the control panel. 3. Connect the mains plug. 4.
Getting to know the appliance en * Getting to know the appliance Washing machine ecnailpehtwonk gnitGe # 6 7 Detergent drawer Controls/display elements Washing machine door with window handle 9S Open the washing machine door 9T Close the door @ Service flap ( 0 8 15
en Getting to know the appliance Control panel Control panel depending on the model + # # + ( programme default settings can be changed Overview of all programme default settings ~ "0 Programme default settings" on page 20 0 Additional programme settings can be selected Overview of all programme settings ~ Page 21 8 Start/Reload for starting, interrupting (f.e.
Laundry en Display panel Settings for the selected programme Cold* - 90 °C Temperature in °C; Cold = cold – – –...1200** Spin speed; ** max. speed depends on the model In rpm (rotations per minute); – – – = Rinse hold (without final spin) 1:30 Programme duration Depends on the programme selection in h:min (hours:minutes) 1 - 24 h Ready in Programmes ends after ... h (h = hours) 7.0 kg Max.
en Laundry Sorting laundry Starching Sort your laundry according to the care instructions and manufacturer's information on the care labels: ■ Type of fabric/fibre ■ Colour Note: Laundry can discolour or not be cleaned correctly. Wash white and coloured laundry separately. Wash new bright fabrics separately the first time you wash them. ■ Soiling Wash laundry with the same level of soiling together.
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. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Standard detergent with optical brighteners Suitable for boil-washable white laundry made from linen or cotton Programme: Cottons/ cold - max.
en Programme default settings 0 Programme default settings You can find possible programme default settings in the overview; these differ depending on the model. These are displayed in the display panel after selecting the programme. You can change the default settings. The maximum speed that can be set depends on the model and programme that have been selected. Overview of programmes sgnites luafmedrgoP Temp.
Additional programme settings Adding laundry while the preselected time continues running: 1. Press Start/Reload A . 2. The symbols YES and ¼ light up on the display panel. The washing machine door can be opened and laundry can be added. 3. Close the washing machine door. 4. Press the Start/Reload A button. The preselected time continues to run. en Easy-Iron (Q) Easy-Iron) Button depending on the model Reduces creasing thanks to a special spin sequence followed by fluffing and reduced spin speed.
en Operating the appliance 1 Operating the appliance ■ ■ ■ the programme length, the preset temperature* (*depending on the model), the preset spin speed and the maximum load. Note: Install and connect washing machine properly. Before the 1st wash, wash once without any washing. ■ Preparing the washing machine You can use the displayed programme presettings or adjust them. To do this, repeatedly press the corresponding button until the required setting is displayed.
Operating the appliance Placing laundry into the drum : Warning Risk to life! Items of laundry pretreated with cleaning agents that contain solvents, e.g. stain remover/cleaning solvent, may cause an explosion after being loaded into the washing machine. Hand-rinse these items of laundry thoroughly beforehand. Notes Mix items of washing of varying sizes. Laundry items of different sizes distribute themselves better during the spin cycle. Individual laundry items may cause an unbalanced load.
en Operating the appliance 2. Add detergent and/or care products. Note: If you want to lock the programme to prevent it from being inadvertently adjusted, you can select the childproof lock as follows. Childproof lock Dispenser I Dispenser i Dispenser II Detergent for prewash Softener, starch.
Operating the appliance If the following appears in the display panel: ■ Both the YES and v symbols light up, it is possible to add laundry. ■ NO and v flash, wait until YES and v light up. Do not open the door until both the YES and v symbols light up. ■ NO lights up, it is not possible to add laundry. Notes For safety reasons, the door remains locked when the water level or temperature is high, or while the drum is turning, and it is not possible to add laundry during this time.
en Sensors Notes – Do not leave any items of laundry in the drum. They may shrink in the next wash or discolour another item. – Remove any foreign objects from the drum and the rubber seal – risk of rusting. If the laundry is extremely unevenly distributed, the spin speed is reduced or the spin cycle is not performed for safety reasons. Note: Place large and small items of laundry evenly in the drum.
Setting the signal en 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.
en 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.
Cleaning and maintenance 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. Carefully unscrew the pump cover, residual water may leak out. Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housing. The impeller in the detergent solution pump must be able to rotate. Refit the pump cover and screw it on tightly.
en Faults and what to do about them : Warning Risk of injury! You may injure your hands if you reach into the drum while it is turning. Do not reach into the drum when it is turning. Wait until the drum has stopped turning. 6. For standard and Aqua-Secure models, clean the filter on the rear of the appliance: Remove the hose from the rear of the appliance, Remove the filter using pliers and clean the filter. 7. Connect the hose and check for leaks.
Faults and what to do about them en 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.
en Faults and what to do about them 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.
Faults and what to do about them Faults Residual water in the compartment i for care products. Odours in the washing machine. The symbol N flashes in the display panel. Foam may escape from the detergent drawer. Cause/remedial action ■ ■ Display panel/indicator lamps do not function during operation. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Detergent residues on the laundry. NO appears on the display panel in reload mode. Not a fault – the effect of the care product is not affected. Clean the insert if necessary.
en After-sales service 4 After-sales service If you cannot correct the fault yourself ~ "Faults and what to do about them" on page 30 please contact our aftersales service. ~ Back 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.
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7 Advice and repair order in the event of faults GB IE 0344 892 8979 (Calls charged at local or mobile rate.) 01450 2655 (0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute.) You can find the contact information for all countries in the attached after-sales service directory.
