Bosch WAE20171GR SERIES Operating Instructions 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
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.
– Do not leave children unattended near the
You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service
washing machine
here or in the after-sales service directory (depending on model).
– The washing machine is not to be used by
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– Keep pets away from the washing machine
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Environmentally friendly waste disposal
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-responsible manner.
Read these instructions and the separate
installation instructions before operating the
This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive
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(waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE).
The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling
of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.
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 The spin speed can be selected individually, irrespective of
Individual settings ..........................................................................5/6 the selected programme and programme progress.
Important information ...................................................................... 6
Overview of programmes ................................................................7 (Cottons) Hard-wearing fabrics
Safety instructions .............................................................................8
+ Hard-wearing fabrics,
Consumption values .........................................................................8 (+ Prewash) prewash at 30 °C
Care .....................................................................................................9
(Mix) Different types of laundry
Information on the indicator lights ..................................................9
Maintenance .................................................................................... 10 15' Short programme
(SuperQuick 15')
What to do if... .................................................................................. 11
/ Laundry washed by hand,
(Rinse/Spin) o v
button activated; if only using the
spin cycle, deactivate the button
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of (Drain) Drain rinsing water for
(without final spin)
laundry for the relevant programme.
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a prewash.
/ (Wool) Hand/machine-washable wool
– The selectable temperatures apply to the care labels on the
Delicate washable fabrics
textiles. The temperatures in the machine may deviate from this
(Delicate/Silk)
so that you get the optimum mix of energy-saving and washing
results.
Easy-care fabrics
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's (Easy-Care)
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.
1
Preparation
Wash once without any laundry
Correct installation according to the Sorting and loading laundry
separate Installation instructions.
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
According to the information on the care labels.
Check 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 the after-sales services.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap items of laundry
Connect 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.
Turn 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.
Compartment II: detergent for the main wash, water
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
softener, bleach, stain remover
This prevents blockages.
Compartment : fabric softener, starch
Compartment I: detergent for prewash
Setting and adjusting a programme
(*model-dependent)
Additional Spin Status Start/ Programme selector
functions speed* indicator Pause
Select
(Water Plus)
All buttons are sensitive and need
Programme selector for
only to be touched lightly. switching the machine on
and off and for selecting
If you press and hold the spin
speed button, the appliance the programme. Can be
automatically cycles through the turned in either direction.
setting options.
2
Before washing for the first time Washing Removing the washing
page 9.
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If
programme selector to
the spin speed.
Select
Detergent drawer with
page 7.
compartments I, II,
page 6.
Insert large and small items of laundry. Drum
Turning the tap off
Control panel
Not required for Aqua-Stop models
Washing machine
instructions.
door
Measure accordingly:
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
1
Programme has ended when...
Additional functions and spin
speeds Individual settings,
...
page 5.
(End) indicator light comes on.
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
3
– Cool washing: Select
– Select
Programmes at lower temperatures:
–
/ Service flap
(Start/Pause) 2 – Select
Changing the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
– Select
Washing
3
Individual settings
Spin speed / without final spin model-dependent
(without final spin) is active: Turn the
(Drain) or select
Before and while the selected programme is running, the spin speed or
(without final rinse, laundry soaks in the last rinsing water) can be set. The effects depend on
/ (Start/Pause).
the programme progress.
The maximum selectable spin speed depends on the model and on which programme is
– Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.
currently selected.
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent
drawer open so that any residual water can Additional functions
and overview of programmes, see page 7.
evaporate.
SpeedPerfect For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to
that of the standard programme. Maximum load
programmes, page 7.
Refer to Installation EcoPerfect Energy-optimised washing by reducing the temperature while
achieving a consistent washing result. The washing temperature is
lower than the selected temperature. For special hygiene
requirements, it is recommended that a higher temperature be
selected or the SpeedPerfect option
po Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. More gentle final spin
p - residual moisture in the laundry slightly increased.
(Reduced Ironing)
o Increased water level and additional rinse cycle, extended washing
v (Water Plus) time. For areas with very soft water or for further enhancing the spin
result.
' p / (Start/Pause)
For starting or interrupting the programme.
Signal
1. Activate the
setting mode for
/ (Start/Pause) flashes and the
signal volume
• 1 step Press and
Set to
hold
Optional:
Visually
/ (Rinse/Spin). direct
impaired mode*
/ (Start/Pause).
ON-OFF
/ (Rinse/Spin) (deactivate
o v (Water Plus) button) or select
ON-OFF
Set to
(Drain).
Button signals
/ (Start/Pause).
2. Setting the 1000
900
volume for ...
800
600
1 step Setting the 1 step
/ (Start/Pause). The new volume**
programme starts from the beginning.
** you may need to select the function several times.
4
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.
Overview of
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
light Do not prewash. If required, choose the additional function
SpeedPerfect.
Pretreat any stains as necessary.
page 7.
intense Do not load as much laundry.
Choose a programme with 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 select
/ (Start/Pause). After approx. 10 minutes, press
Pause), to pause the programme. Once the required soaking time has elapsed, press
/ (Start/Pause), 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 starch into the
1000 1000
900 900 fabric softener compartment in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
800 800 if necessary).
600 600
Dyeing / Bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stainless steel.
+
1 step Release
Always follow the dye manufacturer's instructions. Do not use the washing machine for
bleaching clothes.
*Short signal - function on.
Long signal - function off.
•
Information signals
1000
900
800
600
•
Setting the Set to
volume**
5
/ (Start/
(rinse first
6