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Washing machine WAU28490AU Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions...
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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.
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 .
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 ■...
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.
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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 ■...
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...
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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.
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.
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...
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 ■...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 ■...
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...
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.
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.
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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.
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...
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.
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)
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 ■...
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...
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...
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.
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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).
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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.
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.
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;...
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.
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,...
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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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. ■...
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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 ■...
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.
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...
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:...
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...
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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