Bosch wfd2473 Operating Instructions And Installation page 20

Wiping the appliance's
water inlet filters
Frost protection
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The appliance's water inlet filters must be cleaned with the tap is
open and no water flowing into the appliance.
The filters are located in the hose connection joining the water
supply pipe to the domestic water supply, and in the solenoid
valve connection at the back of the machine.
Procedure
1. First let the water pressure out of the supply pipe:
m Close the tap.
m Turn the programme selector to any wash programme
(except «Spin» or «Drain»
m Press the «Start» button. Allow the machine to operate for 40
seconds.
m Turn the selector to «Off».
2. Loosen the supply pipe from the tap. Rinse the filter under
running water.
3. Reconnect the pipe to the tap fitting.
4. Remove the water supply hose from its connection on the
back of the appliance.
5. Remove the filter using flat pliers; wipe it and replace it.
6. Tighten and fit the pipe on its coupling.
7. Open the tap and check that there are no water leaks.
8. Close the tap.
If the machine has been installed in an area where it is not
protected against low temperatures, residual water must be
removed from the pump and the fresh-water hose after each
wash cycle.
Empty the water from the water inlet hose:
1. Close the tap.
2. Loosen the supply pipe from the tap. Place the end of the
hose in a container.
3. Select any wash programme for 40 seconds. Any water
remaining in the hose is drained.
4. Reconnect the pipe to the closed tap.
Empty the water from the pump:
See the «Cleaning the pump» section.