Alignment; Electrical Connection; Technical Specifications - Bosch was20160uc Installation Instructions Manual

Alignment

Strong odor, vibrations and "walking" can be the result of incorrect alignment!
Align washing machine with a level
1. Loosen counter nut with wrench counterclockwise.
2. Change height by turning the machine feet.
All four machine feet must stand firmly on the floor
The washing machine must not rock!
Check alignment of the washing machine with level and correct if
necessary.
3. Tighten the counter nut against the housing.
– Hold the feet while doing this and do not change the height.
The counter nuts of all four machine feet must be screwed tightly
against the housing!

Electrical connection

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
will reduce the risk of electrical shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electric
current. This appliance features a cord with an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet which has been
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.
Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor may result in electric shock.
Have the appliance checked by a qualified electrician or service technician if you are in
doubt as to whether the washer has been properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it will not fit in the outlet, have a
proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
The washing machine must only be connected to an individual branch circuit via a socket
which has been properly installed and grounded.
The household electrical voltage must correspond to the voltage specifications on the
washing machine. Connection specifications as well as the required fuses are stipulated
on the appliance rating plate. Volts: 208 - 240; Hertz: 60; Amperes: 12
Make sure that:
– the power plug fits into the socket.
– the wire size is sufficient.
– the grounding system is properly installed:
The power cord may be replaced by an electrician only. Replacement power cords are
available from Customer Service. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, DO NOT
use an extension cord or an adapter to connect the washing machine to the power supply.
If a ground fault circuit breaker is to be used, only use types marked with the following
symbol: ‚. Only this symbol can guarantee compliance with all current regulations.
Electrical plug:
– do not insert/pull out of the socket with damp hands.
– do not pull the plug out of the socket by tugging the power cord.
– Never pull out the plug while the appliance is operating.
Manufacturer Operating instructions
Transportation, e.g. if moving house
1. Before transporting the washing machine:
1. Turn off the tap.
2. Release the water pressure In the supply hose.
the water supply.
3. Drain any residual detergent solution.
pump.
4. Isolate the washing machine from the power supply.
5. Remove the hoses.
2. Installing transportation protection devices:
1. Remove the covers.
2. Insert all 4 sleeves.
Clamp the power cord into the holders.
Insert the screws and tighten.
The transportation protection devices must be removed after transportation!
To prevent unused detergent from flowing Into the outlet during the next wash:
Pour 1 litre of water into dispenser II and start the Empty programme.

Technical specifications

Dimensions (width x depth x height)
Weight
Power supply
Water pressure
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Operating instructions, Page 9; Filter In
Operating instructions, Page 9, Detergent solution
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23.6 x 23.2 x 33.2 in.
169.8 lbs
Nominal voltage 208-240 V, 60 Hz
Nominal current 12 A
14.5 to 145 p.s.i. (1-10 bar)
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