Bosch washing machine Instruction Manual

Intended use
Your washing machine
Congratulations You have opted for a modern, high-quality for domestic use only,
domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. This washing machine for washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-wash-
is distinguished by its economical water and energy consumption.
able wool in detergent solution,
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly
to be operated with cold drinking water and commer-
to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition. cially available detergents and care products which are
suitable for use in washing machines.
Further information: www.bosch-home.com .
– Do not leave children unattended near the
washing machine.
Environmentally friendly waste disposal
– The washing machine is not to be used by
children or persons not familiar with the
All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with
operating instructions.
environmental guidelines.
This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive – Keep pets away from the washing machine.
2002/96/EEC on waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE).
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and
reuse of used appliances.
Compartment II: Detergent for the main wash, water softener, bleach, stain remover
Contents
Page
Intended use .......................................................................................1
Programmes ........................................................................................1
Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3
Washing ...........................................................................................3/4
After washing ......................................................................................4 Programmes
Individual settings ..........................................................................5/6 Detailed overview of programmes page 7.
Important information ....................................................................... 6 Spin speed can be selected individually, irrespective of the
Overview of programmes ................................................................7 selected programme and programme progress.
Safety instructions .............................................................................8
Cottons Hard-wearing fabrics
Consumption values .........................................................................8
Care .....................................................................................................9
+ Prewash Hard-wearing fabrics, pre-wash at
Information on the display panel ....................................................9 30 °C
Maintenance .................................................................................... 10
Mixed Load Different types of laundry
What to do if... .................................................................................. 11
SuperQuick 15' Short programme
Rinse/ Spin Laundry washed by hand,
Aqua Plus button activated; if only
using the spin cycle, deactivate the
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
button
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of
laundry for the relevant programme. Drain Drain rinsing water for Rinse Hold
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a pre-wash. (without final spin)
– Instead of Cottons 90 °C, choose the programme
Wool Hand/machine-washable wool
Cottons 60 °C with the additional function EcoPerfect.
Comparable cleaning result with significantly lower energy Delicate/Silk Delicate washable fabrics
consumption.
Easy-Care Easy-care fabrics
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's
instructions and water hardness.
– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select the spin
speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
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Preparation Before washing for the first time
Wash once without any laundry
Sorting and loading laundry
Correct installation according to the
separate Installation instructions.
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
According to the information on the care labels.
Checking the machine
According to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load
– Never use a damaged machine.
Observe the important information
– Inform customer service.
Insert large and small items of laundry.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap items of laundry
Connecting the mains plug
between the washing machine door and the rubber seal.
Make sure your hands are dry.
Add detergent and care products
Take hold of the plug only.
Measure accordingly:
Turning the tap on Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturer's instructions.
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
This prevents blockages.
Compartment : Fabric softener, starch
Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wash
Setting** and adjusting programmes
(*depending on the model)
**If the symbol flashes in the
display panel, the childproof lock
Additional Spin Display panel/ Start/ Programme selector
is active deactivate, page 5.
functions speed* Options button Reload
Additional functions, the options
button and spin speeds
Individual settings, page 5.
All buttons are sensitive and need
only to be touched lightly. Press
and hold the options and spin
speed buttons to run through the
setting options automatically.
Programme selector for
switching the machine on
Programme sequence displays: and off and for selecting
the programme. Can be
Childproof lock, washing, rinsing, spinning
turned in either direction.
1 - 24h Programme end after
Ready in
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Washing Removing the washing
page 9.
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If Rinse Hold (without final spin) is active: Turn the
programme selector to
Press Start/Reload.
– Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.
Detergent drawer with
page 7. – Leave the washing machine door and detergent
compartments I, II,
drawer open so that any residual water can
page 6.
evaporate.
Drum
Turning the tap off
Control panel
Not required for Aqua-Stop models
instructions.
Washing machine Washing machine Washing machine
door
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
1 End of programme when ...
... Start/Reload flashes and -0- appears on the display
panel.
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing: Select
3
– Press Start/Reload.
Programmes at lower temperatures:
– Rinse/ Spin (deactivate
select Drain.
– Press Start/Reload.
Service flap
2
Start/Reload Changing the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
– Press Start/Reload. The new programme starts from
the beginning.
Washing
Reloading laundry, if ...
... Start/Reload selected and then YES is lit in the
display panel. If NO is lit, the washing machine door
cannot be opened.
– Press Start/Reload.
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Individual settings
Ready in options button
Drain or select the spin speed.
When you select the programme, the relevant programme duration is displayed. You can
delay the start of the programme before it begins. The Ready in- time can be set in
increments of one hour up to a maximum of 24 hours. Press the Ready in button
repeatedly until the required number of hours is displayed (h = hour). Choose
Reload. It is not possible to make adjustments once the programme has started.
Spin / without final spin
Before and while the selected programme is running, you can set the spin speed or Rinse
Hold (without final spin, laundry soaks in the last rinsing water, display - - -). The effects
depend on the programme progress. The maximum selectable spin speed depends on the
Refer to installation
model and on which programme is currently selected.
Additional functions and overview of programmes, see 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. More 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 and reloading
You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have
Childproof lock/ set from being changed inadvertently.
Appliance lock ON /OFF: Press and hold the Start/Reload button for approx. 5
seconds after the start/end of the programme.
Note: The childproof lock can remain activated until you wish to start
the next programme, even after switching off the machine.
Then you can deactivate the childproof lock before the start of the
programme and activate it again as necessary once the programme
has started.
Rinse/ Spin.
YES If you want to add additional items of laundry after the programme has
started, choose Start/Reload. The machine checks whether
Reload
Aqua Plus button) or reloading is possible.
YES is lit: Reloading is possible.
NO flashes: wait until YES lights up.
Note: do not open the door until YES is lit.
NO: 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 Start/Reload.
Start/Reload
To start the programme or to subsequently load additional laundry, and to activate/deactivate
the childproof lock.
page 5
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Individual settings
Signal
1200
1. Activating the mode 1000
for setting the signal 800
600
volume
Rinse Hold
Start/
+
• 1 step, the press and hold 1 step, release
Set to
display panel
lights up
Button signals Information signals
2. Setting the volume
for ...
direct •
* you may need to select Setting the 1 step Setting the Set to
the function several times. volume*
volume*
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 pockets.
– Look out for metal items (paperclips, 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.
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
light Do not pre-wash. If required, choose the additional function
SpeedPerfect.
Pre-treat any stains as necessary.
intense Do not load as much laundry.
Choose a programme with pre-wash.
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 Start/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.
Starching Laundry must 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 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!
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