Bosch WAE 16261 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 machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool
is distinguished by its economical water and energy consumption.
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.
For further information and a selection of our products go to our web .
site: www.bosch-home.com – Do not leave children unattended near the
washing machine.
– The washing machine is not to be used by
Environmentally friendly waste disposal
children or persons not familiar with the
operating instructions.
All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with
– Keep pets away from the washing machine.
environmental guidelines.
This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive
2002/96/EC on 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
Washing ...........................................................................................3/4 Programmes
Detailed overview of programmes –> page 7.
After washing ......................................................................................4
Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually,
Individual settings ..........................................................................5/6
Important information ....................................................................... 6 depending on the selected programme and programme
progress.
Overview of programmes ................................................................7
Safety instructions .............................................................................8
(Cottons)
Consumption values .........................................................................8
Hard-wearing fabrics
speedPerfect
Care .....................................................................................................9
Information on the display panel ....................................................9
EcoPerfect
Maintenance .................................................................................... 10
(Pre-wash) Hard-wearing fabrics, prewash at 30
What to do if... .................................................................................. 11
(Easy-iron) Hard-wearing fabrics
(Easy-care)
Easy-care fabrics
speedPerfect
Environmental protection/Conservation tips
EcoPerfect
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of
(Pre-wash) Easy-care fabrics, prewash at 30
laundry for the relevant programme.
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a pre-wash.
/C . Different types of laundry
– Instead of (Cottons) 90 °C, choose the programme (Quick/mixed fabrics)
(Cottons) EcoPerfect 60 °C. Comparable cleaning
/ Delicate washable fabrics
result with significantly lower energy consumption.
(Delicates/Silk)
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's
(Wool)/ Hand/machine-washable wool
instructions and water hardness.
(Extra short) 15' Short programme
– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select the spin
speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
/ Hand-wash laundry, (Rinse plus) activated; if only
(Rinse/Spin) using the spin cycle, deactivate the button
(Drain) Drain rinsing water for - - - - (without final spin)
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Preparation Before washing for the first time
Wash once without any laundry –> page 9.
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 –> page 7.
– Never use a damaged machine.
Observe the important information –> page 6.
– Inform the after-sales service.
Insert large and small items of laundry.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap items of laundry
Connecting the mains
between the washing machine door and the rubber seal.
plug
Add detergent and care products
Make sure your hands are dry.
Take hold of the plug only.
Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturer's instructions.
Turning the tap on Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Compartment II: Detergent for the main wash, water softener,
Dilute thick fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
bleach, stain remover
This prevents blockages.
Compartment : Fabric softener, starch
Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wash
Setting** and adjusting programmes
**If the
display panel, the childproof lock
Display panel/ Addi- Status Programme selector
is active –> deactivate, page 5.
(Start/ tional indi-
options buttons
Pause) function cators
Additional function and options
buttons –> Individual settings,
page 5.
If the buttons are held for longer,
°C the appliance automatically runs
through the setting options.
Select
°C
Programme selector for
- - - - - Select the spin speed
switching the machine on
800* (* depending on the
and off and for selecting
model) or - - - - no final
the programme. Can be
spin, laundry soaks in the
turned in either direction.
last rinsing water)
cold - 90 Selecting the temperature
1 - 24h Programme end after
Childproof lock
–> page 5
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Washing Removing the washing
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If - - - - ("ohne Endschleudern" without final spin) is active:
Turn the programme selector to
the spin speed.
Select (Start/Pause).
Detergent drawer with – Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.
compartments I, II,
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent
drawer open so that any residual water can
Drum
evaporate.
Turning the tap off
Control panel
Not required for HydroSafe models –> Refer to installation
Washing machine
instructions
door
Measure accordingly:
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to
1
End of programme when ...
symbol flashes in the
... the status indicator
(End) appears in the display panel.
Interrupting the programme
3 Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing: Select
Spin).
– Select (Start/Pause).
Programmes at lower temperatures:
Service flap – /
2
(Rinse plus)) or select
– Select (Start/Pause).
(Start/Pause)
Changing the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
Washing – Select (Start/Pause). The new programme starts
from the beginning.
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Individual settings
Options buttons
(Drain) or select
The spin speed and temperature can be changed before and during the selected programme
runs. The effects depend on the programme progress.
(Spin speed in rpm/without final spin)
You can change the displayed spin speed. The maximum selectable spin speed depends on
the model and on which programme is currently selected.
(Temperature)
You can change the displayed washing temperature. The maximum washing temperature
that can be selected depends on the programme that has been set.
(finished in)
When you select the programme, the relevant programme duration is displayed. You can
delay the start of the programme before it begins. The "Fertig in" (Finished in) time can be
set in increments of one hour up to a maximum of 24 hours. Press the
repeatedly until the required number of hours is displayed (h = hour).
Select (Start/Pause).
. (Off).
Additional function –> and overview of programmes, see page 7
(Rinse plus) Additional rinse cycle. For areas with very soft water or for further
enhancing the washing result.
Childproof lock
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/Pause 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
(Spin) flashes and
programme and activate it again as necessary once the programme
has started.
(Start/Pause)
For starting or interrupting the programme.
/ / (Rinse/
/ (Rinse/Spin) (deactivate
(Drain).
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Important information
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– 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 speedPerfect
programme.
Pre-treat any stains as necessary.
heavy Do not load as much laundry. Select the program with Vorwäsche.
(finished in) button
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 (Start/Pause) to pause the programme.
Once the required soaking time has elapsed, select (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 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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