Bosch WAQ283S0GB Instruction Manual

Intended use
Your washing machine
Congratulations on having opted for a modern, high-quality domestic appliance for domestic use only,
manufactured by Bosch. This washing machine is distinguished by its economical
for washing machine-washable fabrics and
energy consumption. hand-washable wool in detergent solution,
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly to ensure that it to be operated with cold or cold and hot (max. 60 ºC)
functions properly and is in perfect condition. drinking water, depending on model, and commercially
available detergents and care products which are suita-
For further information on our products, accessories, spares and services, consult our ble for use in washing machines.
website www.bosch-home.com or contact any of our customer service centres. .
– Follow the safety instructions on page 8!
– Do not leave children unattended near the
You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service here or in the after-
washing machine.
sales service directory (depending on model).
– The washing machine is not to be used by
– GB 0844 8928979 (calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence
children or persons not familiar with the
per minute. A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply)
operating instructions.
– IE 01450 2655
– Keep pets away from the washing machine.
Environmentally friendly waste disposal
Do not switch on the washing machine until you have read these
All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with environmental guidelines.
instructions and the separate Installation instructions!
This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/CE on the
waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and reuse of used
appliances.
Contents
Page
Intended use .......................................................................................1
Programmes ........................................................................................1
Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3 Programmes
Washing ...........................................................................................3/4 Detailed overview of programmes page 7.
After washing ......................................................................................4 Spin speed can be selected individually, irrespective of the
selected programme and programme progress.
Individual settings ..........................................................................5/6
Important information ....................................................................... 6
Cottons hard-wearing fabrics
Overview of programmes ................................................................7
Safety instructions .............................................................................8
Prewash hard-wearing fabrics, prewash
Consumption values .........................................................................8
Different types of laundry
Mixed Load
Care and cleaning .............................................................................9
Information on the display panel ....................................................9
Super Quick 15' Short programme
Maintenance .................................................................................... 10
Rinse/Spin Laundry washed by hand, Aqua Plus
What to do if ... ................................................................................ 11
vated; if only using the spin cycle, deactivate the but-
ton
Drain Drain rinsing water with Rinse Hold (without final
spin)
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
Jeans Dark laundry
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of
laundry for the relevant programme. Wool Hand/machine washable wool
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a pre-wash.
Delicate/Silk Delicate washable fabrics
– Instead of Cottons 90 °C, choose the programme
Cottons 60 °C with the additional function EcoPerfect . Easy-Care synthetic fabrics
Comparable cleaning result was significantly lower energy
consumption.
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's
instructions and water hardness.
– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select spin speed
according to instructions of dryer manufacturer.
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Preparation
run a wash cycle with no laundry in the machine
Sorting and loading laundry
Correct installation according to the separate
installations actions.
Sort laundry according to the label's indications.
Checking the machine
And according to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load
– Never use a damaged machine!
– Contact customer service!
Wash laundry of different sizes in the same wash programme.
Connecting the mains plug Close the door. Take care not to trap items of laundry between the washing machine door and
Make sure your hands are dry!
Handle the plug only! Add detergent and care products
Turning on the tap amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply company) and
For models without insert for liquid detergent:
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model) page 6
Compartment II: detergent for the main wash, water softener,
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
bleach, stain remover
This prevents blockages.
: Fabric softener, bleach
Compartment
Compartment I: Detergent for prewash
Setting** and adjusting programmes
Additional Display panel / Programme selector Start /
functions option buttons Reload
button acti-
1 - 24 End of programme after ...
(Ready in)
Status displays Programme sequence displays:
Wash, rinse, spin, end
Rinse Hold without final spin
Childproof lock page 5
2 2
Washing Removing the washing
Before the first wash,
Page 9.
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If Rinse Hold (without final spin) is active: turn the programme selector to
Drain
Follow the manufacturer's care information!
Choose
Detergent drawer with
Page 7.
compartments I, II,
Observe important information! Page 6
Turn the tap off
Drum
seal.
Control panel
Not required for Aqua-Stop models
Door
Measure detergent according:
Switching off
manufacturer's instructions.
Turn the programme selector to Off.
1
End of programme when ...
**If flashes in the display panel,
... Start/Reload flashes and -
the childproof lock is active
Note: If display panel lighting is switched off, press any button
Deactivate childproof lock,
saving mode, page 5.
page 5.
Interrupting the programme
Additional functions and option
buttons Individual settings,
page 5. Programmes at high temperatures:
3
2 – Cool washing: Select
Press Start/Reload – Press
Programmes at lower temperatures:
All buttons are sensitive and need – Select
only to be touched lightly. Press and
Service door Drain
hold the (Ready in) option button
– Press
for an automatic run through all
setting options.
Changing the programme if ...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
Programme selector for – Reselect the programme.
switching the machine on
– Press
and off and for selecting the
Washing
programme. Can be turned
Reloading laundry if ...
in either direction.
... Press
is lit, the washing machine door cannot be opened.
Press
3 3
Individual settings
Option button (Ready in)
or select the spin speed.
When a programme is selected, its duration is displayed. You can delay the end of the programme before it begins. The
Start/Reload.
ready in-time can be set in increments of one hour up to a maximum of 24 hours. Press the
the required number of hours is displayed (h = hour). Choose Start/Reload. Once the programme has begun, no
– Remove any foreign objects. Risk of rusting.
further adjustment is possible.
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent door open
so that any residual water can evaporate. (spin speed in rpm/ Rinse Hold (without final spin))
You can change the displayed spin speed or choose Rinse Hold (without final spin, laundry soaks in the last rinsing
water, display panel - - - ). The maximum selectable spin speed depends on the model and which programme is
currently selected.
Refer to Installation instructions.
Additional functions Overview of programmes, page 7
SpeedPerfect For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to that of the
standard programme. Maximum load Overview of programmes, page 7.
EcoPerfect For saving energy with a washing performance comparable to that of the standard
programme.
Reduced Ironing Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin: residual moisture in
the laundry slightly increased.
Aqua Plus Increased water level and additional rinse cycle, extended washing time. For areas
with very soft water or for further enhancing the spin result.
Childproof lock
in the display panel You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have set from being
changed inadvertently.
To activate: press and hold the Start/Reload button for approx. 5 seconds after
the programme has started. appears in the display panel for approx. 5 seconds,
then the Finish-in time is shown again.
- appears on the display panel.
To deactivate: press and hold the Start/Reload button for approx.
Energy
5 seconds.
Note: If a button is pressed when the childproof lock is active,
approx. 5 seconds, then the Finish-in time is displayed again.
lights up continouously if the programme selector is adjusted when the Childlock
is active.
Reloading
Rinse/Spin .
Start/Reload.
in the display panel Press Start/Reload if you want to add additional items of laundry after the
programme has started. The machine checks whether reloading is possible.
lits: reloading is possible.
Rinse/Spin (deactivate Aqua Plus button) or
flashes: wait until lights.
.
Note: do not open the door until is lit.
Start/Reload.
: it is not possible to reload.
Note: for safety reasons, the washing machine door remains locked when the water
level and/or temperature is high, or during spinning.
To continue the programme, press the
Energy saving mode
Start/Reload. The new programme starts from the beginning.
The display panel lighting goes out after a few minutes, Start/Reload flashes. Press any button to switch on the
lighting.
Start/Reload
page 5
To start the programme or to subsequently load additional laundry, and to activate/deactivate the childproof lock.
Start/Reload; is displayed on the display panel. If
Start/Reload.
4 4
Individual settings
Signal
1. Activating the mode
(Ready in) button until
for setting the signal
volume
• 1 step, the display press and + 1 step, release
Set to
panel lights up hold
2. Setting the volume Button signals Information signals
for...
1400 1400
1200 1200
800 800
400 400
Rinse Hold Rinse Hold
direct
•
setting the 1 step setting the set to
volume* volume*
* if necessary, select the function several times
Important information
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– When determining the dosage of all washing powders, additives and cleaning agents, you must follow the
manufacturer's instructions..
– Empty all pockets
– Check for metal items (paper-clips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in a laundry bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag.
lights up for Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
light Do not prewash. If required, choose the additional function SpeedPerfect
Pre-treat any stains as necessary.
intense wash Load less laundry. Choose a programme with a prewash.
Soaking Load laundry of the same colour.
Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment II in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Turn the
programme selector to Cottons 30 °C and press Start/Reload. After approx. 10 minutes, press
Reload to pause the programme. Once the required soaking time has elapsed, press Start/Reload again to continue
the programme, or select a different programme.
Starch Laundry should not be treated with fabric softener.
Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour the starch in accordance with the
Start/Reload button. manufacturer's instructions into fabric softener compartment (rinse first if necessary).
Dyeing / Bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stainless steel. Always follow the dye
manufacturer's instructions. Do not use the washing machine for bleaching clothes.
Insert for liquid detergent
depending on model
Position the insert for dispensing liquid detergent:
– Remove the detergent drawer completely page 9
– Slide the insert forwards and click into place.
Do not use the insert (slide upwards): for gel detergents and washing powder,
for programmes with Prewash and end time option.
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Start/
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