Bosch WAU28490AU Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

Bosch WAU28490AU Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Washing machine WAU28490AU Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions...
  • Page 2 Your new washing machine Note/tip Information about the optimum use of You have chosen a Bosch washing the appliance/any other useful machine. information. Please take a few minutes to read and 1. 2. 3. / a) b) c) become familiar with the advantages of your washing machine.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents e n I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l a n d I n s t a l l a t i o n I n s t r u c t i o n s Intended use.
  • Page 4: Intended Use

    Intended use Emptying the detergent draw, cleaning Intended use the detergent drawer and its housing ..... . 38 This appliance is intended for private Drain pump is blocked .
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Do not allow children to Safety instructions ■ clean or maintain this appliance unsupervised. T he following safety information Keep children under 3 years S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s and warnings are provided to ■...
  • Page 6: Installation

    Safety instructions Warning Installation Risk of suffocation! Warning If allowed to play with the Risk of electric shock/fire/ packaging/plastic film or material damage/damage to packing components, children the appliance! may become caught in these or If the appliance is not installed pull them over their heads and properly, this may lead to a suffocate.
  • Page 7 Safety instructions If using a residual current Warning ■ circuit breaker, only use one Risk of injury/material that bears the following damage/damage to the mark: z. The presence of appliance! this mark is the only way to The appliance may vibrate or ■...
  • Page 8: Operation

    Safety instructions If the hoses and mains The appliance is secured for ■ ■ cables are not correctly transportation by transport routed, they may constitute a locking devices. If the tripping hazard, which may transport locking devices are result in injury. not removed before the Route hoses and cables appliance is operated, this...
  • Page 9 Safety instructions Warning Warning Risk of poisoning! Eye/skin irritation! Poisonous fumes may be given Detergent and care products off by cleaning agents that may spray out if the detergent contain solvents, e.g. cleaning drawer is opened while the solvent. appliance is in operation. Do not use cleaning agents that Rinse eyes/skin thoroughly if contain solvents.
  • Page 10: Cleaning/Maintenance

    Safety instructions Cleaning/Maintenance Warning Risk of poisoning! Warning Poisonous fumes may be given Risk of death! off by cleaning agents that The appliance is powered by contain solvents, e.g. cleaning electricity. There is a risk of solvent. electric shock if you come into Do not use cleaning agents that contact with live components.
  • Page 11: Environmental Protection

    Environmental protection Caution! Environmental Material damage/damage to protection the appliance Cleaning agents and agents for P ackaging/used appliance pretreating laundry (e.g. stain E n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n removers, prewash sprays, etc.) Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-responsible...
  • Page 12: Tips On Economical Use

    Positioning and connecting Tips on economical use Positioning and connecting Always fill the appliance with the ■ maximum amount of laundry for each programme. S tandard accessories Wash normally soiled laundry P o s i t i o n i n g a n d c o n n e c t i n g ■...
  • Page 13: Safety Instructions

    Positioning and connecting When the appliance is lifted by its Mains lead ■ protruding parts (e.g. the appliance Bag: door), the components may break Installation and operating ■ off and cause injuries. instructions Do not lift the appliance by Customer Service location protruding parts.
  • Page 14: Installation On A Base Or A Wooden Joist Floor

    Positioning and connecting Installation on a base or a Removing the transport locks wooden joist floor Caution! Damage to the appliance Caution! The appliance is secured for Damage to the appliance ■ transportation using transport locks. The appliance may "wander" and tip/ If the transport locks are not topple from the base when spinning.
  • Page 15: Hose And Cable Lengths

    Positioning and connecting Unscrew and remove all four Lock the covers firmly in place by transport brace screws. applying pressure to the snap-in hooks. a) Remove the mains cable from the Hose and cable lengths holders. Connection on left side b) Remove the sleeves.
  • Page 16: Water Inlet

    Positioning and connecting Do not bend, squash, modify or cut ■ through the water supply hose Connection on right side (otherwise its strength is no longer guaranteed). Only tighten the screw connections ■ by hand. If the screw connections are tightened too much with a tool (pliers), the thread may be damaged.
  • Page 17: Water Outlet

    Positioning and connecting – Model: Aqua-Stop 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 ■...
  • Page 18: Alignment

    Positioning and connecting Alignment Drainage into a washbasin ■ Secure the outlet hose so that it Level the appliance using a spirit level. cannot slip out. Elbow available from after-sales Incorrect levelling may result in intense service: noise, vibrations and "wandering". Individual part number 00655300 Loosen the lock nuts using a wrench, by turning it in a clockwise...
  • Page 19: Electrical Connection

    Positioning and connecting Tighten the lock nut against the No multiple plugs/couplings or ■ housing. extension cables are used. In doing so, hold the foot tight and If an earth-leakage circuit breaker is ■ do not adjust its height. used, only a type which displays this The lock nuts on all four appliance symbol is used: z.
  • Page 20: Transportation

    Positioning and connecting Add standard detergent to dispenser Installing the transport locks: II according to manufacturer’s Remove the covers and keep them instructions for light soiling. in a safe place. To prevent frothing, use only Use a screwdriver if Note: Note: half the recommended amount necessary.
  • Page 21 Positioning and connecting b) Clip the mains cable securely in the holders. c) Insert and tighten the screws. Before switching on the appliance again: Notes The transport braces must be ■ removed. ~ "Removing the transport locks" on page 14 Pour approx.
  • Page 22: Getting To Know The Appliance

    Getting to know the appliance Getting to know the appliance A ppliance G e t t i n g t o k n o w t h e a p p l i a n c e Detergent drawer Control panel Loading door Service flap...
  • Page 23: Control Panel

    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. ( Programme default settings can be changed. Overview of all programme default settings ~ Page 31 0 additional programme settings can be selected.
  • Page 24: Display Panel

    Getting to know the appliance Display panel In the table you can find possible settings and information in the display panel; these differ depending on the model. Settings for the selected programme — - 90* Temperature in °C Temperature - - - -, 0 - 1400* Spin speed in rpm (revolu- Maximum spin speed or - - - - (Rinse stop = no final drain, tions per minute) washing remains in the water after the last rinse)
  • Page 25: Laundry

    Laundry Sorting laundry Laundry Sort your laundry according to the care P rotecting your laundry and instructions and manufacturer's L a u n d r y appliance information on the care labels, depending on: Caution! Type of fabric/fibre ■ Damage to the appliance/textiles Colour ■...
  • Page 26: Starching

    Detergent Starching Detergent Laundry should not be treated Note: C orrect selection of detergent with fabric softener. D e t e r g e n t The care label is crucial to ensure Switch on the appliance. correct detergent selection, temperature Select the à...
  • Page 27: Saving Energy And Detergent

    Detergent Saving energy and detergent For light and normal soiling, you can save energy (lower washing temperature) and detergent. Saving Soiling/note Reduced temper- Light ature and deter- No visible dirt or stains. Cloth- gent quantity as ing has taken on some body per the recom- odour, e.g.: mended dosage...
  • Page 28: Overview Of Programmes

    Overview of programmes Overview of programmes O v e r v i e w o f p r o g r a m m e s Programme/Type of washing Options/Information Max. load * as kg Name of the programme depending on the model and the pro- Brief explanation of the programme and for which fabrics it is gramme suitable.
  • Page 29 Overview of programmes Programme/Type of washing Options/Information W Wool l 2,0 kg Hand or appliance-washable wool or rich-wool textiles. Espe- — - 40 °C cially gentle wash program to prevent shrinkage, longer pro- - - - -, 0 - 800 rpm gram pauses (textiles rest in wash liquor).
  • Page 30 Overview of programmes Programme/Type of washing Options/Information t Down Wear 2,0 kg Appliance-washable items stuffed with synthetic fibres, such as — - 60 °C pillows, quilts and bedspreads; also suitable for items stuffed - - - -, 400 - 1200 rpm with down.
  • Page 31: Programme Default Settings

    Programme default settings ñ Finished in Programme default Before starting the programme, you settings can preselect the programme end ("Finish in" time) in 1h (h = hour) Y ou can change the default settings for increments up to a maximum of 24 P r o g r a m m e d e f a u l t s e t t i n g s selected programmes.
  • Page 32: Additional Programme

    Additional programme settings p Easy-Iron Additional programme Reduces creasing by means of a settings special spin sequence followed by fluffing and reduced spin speed. You can find possible additional Note: A d d i t i o n a l p r o g r a m m e s e t t i n g s programme settings in the overview;...
  • Page 33: Operating The Appliance

    Operating the appliance Select programme/switch on Operating the the appliance appliance If you have activated the Note: P reparing the appliance childproof lock, you must first deactivate O p e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e it before you can set a programme.
  • Page 34: Dosing And Adding Detergent And Care Product

    Operating the appliance Notes Filling the dispensers Unfold and load presorted items ■ Pull out the detergent drawer. of laundry. Mix large and small items. Washing items of different Warning size distribute themselves better Eye / skin irritation! during the spin cycle. Individual If the detergent drawer is opened items of washing may cause while the appliance is running,...
  • Page 35: Starting The Programme

    Operating the appliance Starting the programme When the programme ends, End Note: is displayed. The door is unlocked. E Touch and hold Start/Reload A button symbol remain on to remind you to for 1~2 seconds, then release the deactivate the childproof lock. button.
  • Page 36: Cancel The Programme

    Operating the appliance Cancel the programme Removing laundry/switching off the appliance For programmes at high temperatures: Touch the Start/Reload A button. Set programme selector to Off. To cool down laundry: Select Open the door and remove the à Rinse. laundry. And touch the Start/Reload A Turn off the water tap.
  • Page 37: Appliance Settings

    Appliance settings Exiting setting mode Appliance settings You can now end the process and set the programme selector to the Off Y ou can change the following settings: position. The settings are saved. A p p l i a n c e s e t t i n g s The volume of the end signal.
  • Page 38: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and maintenance Drum Cleaning and Use chlorine-free cleaning agents, do maintenance not use steel wool. If there are odours in the appliance, or Warning C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e to clean the drum, run the Û...
  • Page 39: Drain Pump Is Blocked

    Cleaning and maintenance To remove the insert: Push the insert Push in the detergent drawer. upwards from below with your finger. Leave the detergent drawer open Note: so that any residual water can Clean the detergent dispenser tray evaporate. and insert with water and a brush, and dry it.
  • Page 40: The Drain Hose At The Siphon Is Blocked

    Cleaning and maintenance Take the drain hose out of the Close the service flap. retainer. Remove the sealing cap and pour the water out into a suitable container. Replace the sealing cap and place the drain hose back in the retainer. To prevent unused detergent Note: from flowing straight into the drain...
  • Page 41: Filter In The Water Supply Is Blocked

    Cleaning and maintenance Filter in the water supply is Clean the filter with a small brush. blocked Release water pressure in the supply hose: Turn off the water tap. Select any programme (except à Rinse and 0 Spin programmes). Select the Start/Reload A button. Allow the programme to run for approx.
  • Page 42: Faults And What To Do About Them

    Faults and what to do about them Open the service flap. Faults and what to do about them E mergency release F a u l t s a n d w h a t t o d o a b o u t t h e m E.g.
  • Page 43: Information On The Display Panel

    Faults and what to do about them Information on the display panel Display Cause/Remedy Flashes fast + warning signal: The door was opened and the water level is Õ ■ too high. Close the door, continue the programme with Start/Reload A button or select 0 Spin programme.
  • Page 44 Faults and what to do about them Faults Cause/Remedy The water is not draining. Is “- - - -” selected (Rinse Stop = no final drain)? ■ Clean the drain pump ■ Clean the drain pipe and/or the drain hose. ■...
  • Page 45 Faults and what to do about them Faults Cause/Remedy There is detergent resi- Some phosphate-free detergents contain water-insoluble residue. ■ due on the laundry. Select à Rinse or brush the laundry after washing. ■ The Õ symbol lights up Door is locked due to safety reasons (water level and/or temperature are ■...
  • Page 46: After-Sales Service

    After-sales service After-sales service I f you cannot rectify a fault yourself, A f t e r - s a l e s s e r v i c e (~ "Faults and what to do about them" on page 42), please contact our after- sales service.
  • Page 47: Consumption Values Table

    Supplementary sheet for the installation and operating instructions Consumption values table E nergy and water consumption, programme duration and residual moisture for S u p p l e m e n t a r y s h e e t f o r t h e i n s t a l l a t i o n a n d o p e r a t i n g i n s t r u c t i o n s the main washing programme (approximate values) Programme...
  • Page 48: Technical Information

    Technical information Technical information T echnical data T e c h n i c a l i n f o r m a t i o n Dimensions: 848 mm x 598 mm x 590 mm (height x width x depth) Weight: 79 kg Mains connection:...
  • Page 49: Information For Test Institute

    Technical information Information for test institute Items Instruction Pre-treatment of new Run two empty runs of i Cottons 90 °C with 1400rpm: appliance The 1st run with 50g detergent and 8g anti sudsing agent, the 2nd run without detergent and sudsing agent. According to standard AS NZS 2040.1-2005 AS NZS 2040.2-2005...
  • Page 50: Aqua-Stop Warranty

    Aqua-Stop warranty Aqua-Stop warranty O nly for appliances with Aqua-Stop A q u a - S t o p w a r r a n t y 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: If water damage is caused due to a...
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