IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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I N S T R U C T I O N S I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S R E A D
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I N S T R U C T I O N S
WARNING
When properly cared for, your new appliance has been
designed to be safe and reliable. Read all instructions
carefully before use. These precautions will reduce the
risk of burns, electric shock, fire, and injury to persons.
When using appliances, basic safety precautions must
be followed, including those in the following pages.
Examine the appliance after unpacking it. In the event of
transport damage, do not plug it in.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK,
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WHEN USING YOUR
WASHING MACHINE, FOLLOW BASIC PRECAUTIONS
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING
Bosch washers are provided with an Use and Care
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Manual
with
Installation
understand all instructions before using the washing
machine.
Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned,
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washed, soaked, or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning
solvents, other flammable or explosive substances as
they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
Do not add gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other
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flammable or explosive substances to the wash water.
These substances give off vapors that could ignite or
explode.
Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be
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produced in a hot water system that has not been used
for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water system has not been used for this length
of time, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water
flow out of each faucet for several minutes before using
the washing machine. This will release any accumulated
hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke
or use an open flame while carrying out this procedure.
Before the appliance is removed from service or
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discarded, remove the door to prevent children from
playing or hiding inside. Also remove the power cord/
plug.
Do not allow anyone to climb, lean or hang on any part
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of the washer including any protruding components
such as the appliance door or a pullout shelf.
Use caution when draining hot water from the washer
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drum such as during pump maintenance or when using
the emergency door open procedure.
Do not reach into the appliance if the wash drum is
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moving.
Do not tamper with the controls.
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Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or
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attempt any service unless specifically recommended in
the user maintenance instructions or Bosch published
user-repair instructions that you understand and have
the skills to carry out.
Always unplug the washing machine from the power
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supply before attempting any service. Disconnect the
power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.
Do not machine wash fiberglass materials (such as
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curtains and window coverings that use fiberglass
materials). Small particles may remain in the washing
Instructions.
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machine and stick to fabrics in subsequent wash loads
causing skin irritation.
Do not install or store the washer where it will be
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exposed to the weather. Hoses and internal parts may
be damaged if exposed to freezing temperatures.
Do not use the washing machine if it has a worn power
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cord or loose plug.
The washing machine must only be used for its
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intended purpose.
Always follow the fabric care instructions recommended
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by the clothing manufacturer.
Make sure all water connections to the washing
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machine have shut-off valves that are readily accessible
during normal operation of the washer. Turn off both
valves during periods in which the washer is not in use
and before leaving for extended periods such as
vacations to reduce the risk of water damage in the
event of a leak. Turn the valves back on prior to
resuming use of the washer.
Do not operate the washing machine if parts are
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missing or broken.
Do not operate the washing machine until you are sure
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that:
the washing machine has been installed according
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to the Installation Instructions.
all water, drain, power and grounding connections
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are in compliance with all local regulations and/or
other applicable regulations and requirements.
Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and
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may present a risk of electric shock during servicing.
Service Personnel – DO NOT CONTACT the following
parts while the appliance is energized: inlet valves, drain
pump, heat sink of the motor controller, PCBs.
See the installation instructions in this manual for
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grounding requirements.
~ Electrical connection; Page 19
WARNING
WARNINGS FOR CHILDREN
Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance.
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Close supervision of children is necessary when the
appliance is used near children.
Make sure to utilize all child lock/safety features of your
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appliance, and be sure to turn the appliance Off when
not in use.
Appliances are not intended for use by children,
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however when children become old enough to operate
the appliance, it is the responsibility of the parents or
legal guardians to ensure they are instructed in safe
practices by qualified persons.
Keep all laundry aids (including detergents, bleach,
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fabric softener, etc.) out of the reach of children.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Keep these instructions for future reference and in case
of change of ownership, manual should be conveyed
with the washer.
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