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- Page 1 WFO 24.. WFO 22.. WFO 20.. WFO 18.. en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions Internet: http://www. bosch-hausgeraete.de...
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- Page 4 Further information and a selection of our products can be found on our Internet page: http://www.bosch hausgeraete.de Please read and observe these operating and installa tion instructions and all other information enclosed with the washing machine.
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Page 5: Disposal Information
Disposal Information The shipping package has protected your new ap Disposing of the pliance on its way to your home. All packaging mate packaging rials are environment friendly and recyclable. Please contribute to a better environment by disposing of packaging materials in an environmentally conscious manner. -
Page 6: Safety Instructions
Safety instructions q Your washing machine is intended: - For domestic use only. - For washing machine washable fabrics in washing lye. - For operation with cold drinking water and commercially available detergents and cleaning products which are suitable for use in front loader washing machines. -
Page 7: Environmental Protection / Conservation Issues
Environmental Protection / Conservation Issues 60 C Cottons + Linens Stains 90 C Cottons + Linens Prewash... -
Page 8: Washing Machine Overview
Your New Washing Machine Filling laundry detergent and/ or additive dispensers Dispenser I: Detergent for prewash or starch. Dispenser II: Detergent for main wash, water softener, pre soaking agent, bleach and stain removal product. Dispenser 2: Additives, e.g. fabric softener or former (fill no higher than lower edge of insert 1). -
Page 9: Control Panel
Control panel Buttons for additional options The Ready in time is displayed, (in addition to the programme if required) if the programme is selected. Reduced Ironing: Creases are reduced. Start in time display, Rinse Plus: Extra rinse cycle. if the Start in time is additionally selected. Intensive Wash: Longer, more intensive wash. -
Page 10: Before Using For First Time
Before Using Your Washing Machine For the First Time Caution The washing machine must have been installed and connected properly (refer to Page 41). Your appliance was tested before leaving the factory. To remove any water left over from testing procedu res, the first washing cycle should be carried out without laundry in the machine. -
Page 11: Preparing The Laundry
Preparing the laundry Caution Loose debris (e.g. coins, paper clips, needles, nails) can damage items of clothing as well as parts of the washing machine (e.g. drum). q Empty all pockets on items of clothing. q Brush out any sand from pockets and cuffs. q Close zip fasteners and button up bed covers. -
Page 12: Sorting The Laundry
Sorting the laundry Caution According to colour Items of clothing can become discoloured. Never wash new multi coloured items together with other items. White items may become grey. Always wash white and coloured items separately. According to degree of dirt Slight dirt No recognizable dirt or staining. - Page 13 Intensive dirt Dirt and/or staining recognizable. - Kitchen hand towels that have been used for up to one week. - Fabric napkins. - Bibs. - Children's outer clothing or football shirts and shorts with grass and soil stains. - Working clothes such as overalls or baker's and butcher's coats.
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Page 14: Specifications
Only wash laundry that is labelled with the following according to their care symbols: care label specifications 90 C Cottons+Linens c b a 60 C, 40 C, 30 C Cottons+Linens h g f 60 C, 40 C, 30 C Easy care l g k f 30 C Delicates/Silk l g k f... -
Page 15: Loading The Laundry
Loading the laundry d Risk of explosion! Items of clothing that have been pretreated with solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. stain remover and dry cleaning spirit, represent an explosion hazard once loaded into the washing machine. Therefore, these items must first be rinsed thoroughly by hand. Caution Loose debris in the washing machine drum can damage the laundry. -
Page 16: Laundry Detergents And Additives
Laundry Detergents and Additives d Risk of poisoning! Dispensing the Keep detergents and additives out of the reach correct amount of children. of detergent q Dispense the detergent according to: - the water hardness. This information can be obtained from your local water authority. -
Page 17: Filling Laundry Detergent And/ Or Additive Dispensers
Dispenser I Filling laundry Detergent for prewash or starch. detergent and/ Dispenser II or additive Detergent for main wash, water softener, pre soaking dispensers agent, bleach and stain removal product. Dispenser 2 Additives, e.g. fabric softener or former. Laundry Detergents and Additives - Fill at least to lower edge of insert 1. -
Page 18: Basic Programmes
Programmes and functions Select the desired programme see also the separate Basic programmes programme overview. For maximum spin speeds of the programmes see Page 20. 90 C Cottons + Linens An energy intensive programme for heat resistant textiles, e.g. cotton or linen. To protect the waste water pipes, the hot water is mixed with approx. - Page 19 Quick Easy care For freshening up of lightly soiled easy care fabrics, such as cotton synthetic mixes. 40, 60 C Easy care For easy care textiles, e.g. cotton, linen, synthetic materials or blended fabrics. 30 C Delicates/Silk For delicate, washable textiles, e.g. silk, satin, synthetic materials or blended fabrics (e.g.
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Page 20: Additional Function On Spin Speed Selector
Basic setting Spin speed The spin speed selector is pointing up. selector In the Cottons+Linens programme the fabrics will be spun at the maximum possible spin speed. In the Easy care, Delicates/Silk and Woollens pro grammes, a lower spin speed will automatically be used, regardless of the position of the spin speed selector - for the gently washing of the laundry. -
Page 21: Option Buttons
Reduced Ironing Option buttons Special spin cycle with subsequent fluffing. After the spin cycle the laundry is arranged loosely in the drum - creasing is reduced. For the programme Cottons+Linens, the maximum speed is automatically reduced to 800 r.p.m. Observe maximum load for each type of textile; remove the laundry as soon as the spin cycle is complete. - Page 22 Intensive Wash The washing time is extended so that highly soiled laundry or 6 kg of cottons + linens are washed more intensively. Press the button in addition to the programme for the following combinations of load and degree of soiling: Amount Programme und Degree of dirt...
- Page 23 Ready in display Ready in / Start in 1. Turn the programme selector to the desired displays and Start programme. The Ready indicator light is on. in button The expected Ready in time (programme duration) is displayed, e.g. 1:17. i The Ready in time is displayed in hours and minutes, e.g.
- Page 24 Start in display and button Before starting a programme, you can specifiy by how many hours the Start in time should be delayed. 1. Turn the programme selector to the desired programme. The Ready indicator light is on. The expected Ready in time is displayed. 2.
- Page 25 Washing 1. Turn on water tap. 2. Turn the programme selector to the desired programme - see also the separate programme overview The Ready indicator light is on. The Ready in time is displayed. Example: 3. Select the desired spin speed or Rinse hold. 4.
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Page 26: Changing A Programme
5. If required, select the Start in time. The Start in time begins running immediately. The programme starts automatically after the Start in time has elapsed. 6. Press the Start button. The programme starts. If you have accidentally selected the wrong pro Changing gramme: a programme... -
Page 27: When The Programme Has Ended
When the Programme has Ended 0 or appears in the display. 1. Turn the programme selector to Off and if required 2. Select an additional programme (Drain, Spin or Rinse). 3. Press the Start button. 4. At the end of the additional programme turn the programme selector to Off. -
Page 28: Special Applications
Special Applications 1. Load laundry of the same colour. Pre soak 2. Add the pre soaking agent to chamber II according to the manufacturer's specifications. 3. Turn the programme selector to 30 C Cottons+Linens. The Ready indicator light is on. 4. - Page 29 As soon as water starts to enter the machine: 6. Pull out the detergent dispenser slightly. 7. Add the starching solution to chamber I. 8. Close the detergent dispenser. q If the Rinse hold option is preselected, the Drain programme must subsequently be selected. Only use dyes that are environmentally compatible Dyeing and suitable for use in washing machines.
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Page 30: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and Care d Risk of electric shock! Always disconnect the appliance from the mains before cleaning. Never clean the washing machine with a jet of water. d Risk of explosion! Never use solvents to clean the appliance. As required: Cleaning the q Use hot soapy water or a mild, non abrasive appliance housing... -
Page 31: Cleaning The Detergent Dispenser
In the event that residual detergents or additives have Cleaning the deter accumulated: gent dispenser 1. Pull out the detergent dispenser all the way. 2. Press down the insert and 3. remove the detergent dispenser. 4. Pull out the insert. 5. -
Page 32: Cleaning Drain Pump
This is necessary if the washing solution has not been Cleaning the drain completely drained. The pump is blocked by either pump loose debris or fluff which accumulates if fluff giving fabrics are washed. Draining the washing solution i Up to 20 litres / 4.4 gal. Have a suitable container ready. -
Page 33: Cleaning Water Inlet Strainers
6. Push up the closing cap (1st) and place the drain hose back in its holder (2nd). 7. Carefully remove the pump cap. A little more residual water will flow out. 8. Remove foreign objects/fluff from inside and clean the interior. The pump impeller wheel must be able to rotate. -
Page 34: Descaling The Washing Machine
Cleaning the strainer at the water tap 1. Disconnect the hose from the water tap. 2. Rinse the strainer under flowing water. 3. Connect the hose. Cleaning the strainer on the washing machine 1. Disconnect the hose from the back of the washing machine. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting Minor Faults
Troubleshooting Minor Faults d Risk of electric shock! Repairs must only be carried out by our Customer Service or an authorized technician. If repairs are needed, and assuming that you cannot eliminate the fault yourself with the aid the following table: 1. - Page 36 Fault Cause Action Check whether laundry is trapped in Programme does not Loading door not closed properly. door. start. The Wash indicator light Close the loading door (a click flashes. should be heard). Programme does not Start button not pressed. Press the Start button.
- Page 37 Fault Cause Action Reduced Ironing Rinse Spin Intensive Wash Rinse Ready in Ready in Start in Start in Ready in...
- Page 38 Fault Cause Action In the case of excessive foam, the Add a more appropriate amount of Increase in Ready in foam detection system has activated detergent next time. time. an additional rinse cycle and an additional spin cycle to ensure the rinsing result.
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Page 39: Customer Service
Customer service Before calling the Customer Service, please make sure that you cannot eliminate the fault yourself (refer to Page 35). This is because consultation provided by our technicians, even within the warranty period, will lead to costs being incurred by yourself. Your nearest Customer Service centre can be found in the index supplied. -
Page 40: Consumption Rates
Consumption Rates Normal programme Additional Load Consumption rates ** option Electricity Water Duration 40 C Cottons+Linens 60 C Cottons+Linens 60 C Cottons+Linens Stains 90 C Cottons+Linens 40 C Easy care 30 C Delicates/Silk 30 C Woollens Intensive Wash... -
Page 41: Installation, Connection And Transport
Installation, Connection and Transport d Risk of injury! Safety instructions The washing machine is very heavy. Take care when lifting it. Caution Frozen hoses can tear / burst. Do not install the washing machine outdoors or in an area prone to frost. - Page 42 On the rear of the appliance: drainage hose. In the bag: Useful tools Dimensions...
- Page 43 Installation area Built under or built in appliance installation Caution...
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Page 44: Removing The Transport Bolts
Caution Removing the The transport bolts must always be removed before transport bolts using the appliance for the first time. Before removing the 1. Take the hose out of the holders. transport bolts 2. Detach the elbow. Removing the transport 3. -
Page 45: Hose And Cable Lengths
Hose and cable lengths Left hand connection approx. 100 cm approx. 145 cm approx. 85 cm Right hand connection approx. 145 cm approx. 95 cm approx. 135 cm Other hoses Available from specialist dealers: - Connecting kit with plastic hose (approx. 2.50 m), order no. -
Page 46: Water Connection
Caution Water connection To prevent leaks or water damage, it is essential to fol low the instructions in this chapter! Water supply Operate the washing machine with cold drinking wa ter only. Do not connect the appliance to the mixer tap of an unpressurized hot water boiler. - Page 47 Connect the water supply 1. to the rear panel of the washing machine and ... hose 2. to the tap. min. 10 mm Subsequent to connection 3. Turn on the water tap completely, and check connection points for water tightness.
- Page 48 Water drainage Caution Do not bend or pull the water drainage hose. Height difference between the placement area and drainage point: maximum 100 cm. Drainage into a siphon: 1. Secure the connection point with a hose band clip of 24-40 mm diameter (from specialist stores). Caution Drainage into a wash basin The plug must not block the drain of the wash basin.
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Page 49: Levelling Procedure
Level the washing machine with the assistance of the Levelling four adjustable feet and a spirit level: procedure 1. Loosen the lock nut 1 using the wrench. 2. Adjust the height by means of turning the appliance foot 2. 3. Tighten lock nut 1 against the housing. All four appliance feet must be firmly on the ground. - Page 50 Caution Electrical The washing machine must only be connected to al connection ternating current and using a properly installed socket outlet with earthing contact. The mains voltage must correspond to the voltage specification on the washing machine (nameplate). Connection specifications as well as the required fuses are stipulated on the appliance nameplate.
- Page 51 Before transporting the washing machine (e.g. when Transport moving house). 1. Turn off the water tap. 2. Release the water pressure in the supply hose (refer to Page 33). 3. Drain any residual washing solution (refer to Page 32). 4. Disconnect the washing machine from the mains. 5.
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