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- Page 1 Washing machine WGA254XVZA [en] User manual and installation instructions...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents 1 Safety .......... 4 10 Before using for the first time........ 33 1.1 General information.... 4 10.1 Starting an empty washing 1.2 Intended use....... 4 cycle ........ 33 1.3 Restriction on user group... 4 1.4 Safe installation ...... 5 11 Laundry........ 34 1.5 Safe use ........ 7 11.1 Preparing the laundry ..... 34 1.6 Safe cleaning and mainten-... - Page 3 15 Basic settings...... 42 15.1 Overview of the basic set- tings........ 42 15.2 Changing the basic set- tings........ 43 16 Cleaning and servicing .... 43 16.1 Tips on appliance care... 43 16.2 Cleaning the drum.... 43 16.3 Cleaning the detergent drawer........ 44 16.4 Descaling........ 45 16.5 Cleaning the drain pump.. 45 16.6 Cleaning the water outlet hose at the siphon .... 47...
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Page 4: Safety
en Safety 1 Safety Observe the following safety instructions. 1.1 General information ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. ¡ Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner. ¡ Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit. 1.2 Intended use Only use this appliance: ¡... -
Page 5: Safe Installation
Safety en 1.4 Safe installation Take note of the safety instructions when installing the appliance. WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Improper installation is dangerous. ▶ Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate. ▶ Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating cur- rent only via a properly installed socket with earthing. - Page 6 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! The high weight of the appliance may result in injury when lifted. ▶ Do not lift the appliance on your own. If this appliance is not correctly installed in a washer-dryer stack, the installed appliance may fall. ▶...
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Page 7: Safe Use
Safety en ▶ Wear protective gloves when installing and transporting the ap- pliance. 1.5 Safe use WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous. ▶ Never operate a damaged appliance. ▶ Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance. Always unplug the appliance at the mains. - Page 8 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of poisoning! Detergents and care products may result in poisoning if con- sumed. ▶ If accidentally swallowed, seek medical advice. ▶ Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children. WARNING ‒ Risk of explosion! Laundry that has been pretreated with cleaning agents that con- tain solvents may cause an explosion in the appliance.
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Page 9: Safe Cleaning And Maintenance
Safety en CAUTION ‒ Risk of chemical burns! If the detergent drawer is opened, detergent and care products may spray out from the appliance. Contact with eyes or skin may cause irritation. ▶ Rinse eyes and/or skin thoroughly with clean water if they come into contact with detergents or care products. -
Page 10: Preventing Material Damage
en Preventing material damage If the water pressure is too high or Preventing material damage 2 Preventing material too low, the appliance may not be able to operate properly. damage Make sure that the water pressure ▶ in the water supply system is min. Follow these instructions to avoid ma- Preventing material damage 100 kPa (1 bar) and max. -
Page 11: Environmental Protection And Saving Energy
Environmental protection and saving energy en Set the maximum spin speed if you Environmental protection and saving energy 3 Environmental protec- want to dry the laundry in a tumble tion and saving energy dryer afterwards. a The drier the laundry, the shorter Environmental protection and saving energy the programme duration when dry- 3.1 Disposing of packaging... -
Page 12: Contents Of Package
en Installation and connection For the environmentally friendly ATTENTION! Objects remaining in the drum that disposal of the packaging materi- are not designed for operation with als, observe the information on the the appliance may cause material topic of damage and damage to the appli- → "Disposing of packaging", ance. -
Page 13: Requirements For The Install- Ation Location
Installation and connection en 4.3 Requirements for the in- Installation loca- Requirements tion stallation location On a base Secure the appli- Note: Please read the information in ance with fixing the Safety → Page 4 and Preventing brackets material damage → Page 10 sections → Page 33. to ensure that you use the appliance safely. -
Page 14: Removing The Transit Bolts
en Installation and connection Pull the power cord out of the 4.4 Removing the transit holder. bolts The appliance is secured for trans- portation using transit bolts on the rear of the appliance. Notes ¡ Please read the information in the Safety → Page 4 and Preventing material damage → Page 10 sec- tions to ensure that you use the appliance safely. -
Page 15: Connecting The Appliance
Installation and connection en Press down on the four cover Connect the water inlet hose to a caps. tap (26.4 mm = 3/4"). ¾˝ min. 10 mm min. 17 mm Open the water tap carefully and 4.5 Connecting the appliance check that the connection points are tight. -
Page 16: Aligning The Appliance
en Installation and connection To align the appliance, turn the ap- Drainage into a Fix and secure pliance feet. Check that the appli- washbasin the water outlet ance is level using a spirit level. using an elbow. → Page 33 Drainage into a Fix and secure plastic pipe with the water outlet... - Page 17 Installation and connection en The connection details of the appli- ance can be found under Tech- nical data → Page 60. Check the mains plug is inserted properly.
- Page 18 en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.1 Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here. On certain models, specific details such as the colour and shape may differ from those pictured.
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Page 19: Detergent Drawer
Familiarising yourself with your appliance en 5.2 Detergent drawer Measuring aid for liquid deter- gent → "Using a measuring aid for liquid detergent", Page 39 Compartment II: ¡ Detergent for main wash ¡ Water softener ¡ Bleach ¡ Stain remover Compartment ¡ Fabric softener ¡... -
Page 20: Display
en Display Display 6 Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Display Example: Display Display Designation Description 0:40 Programme dura- Approximate expected programme dura- tion/programme tion or programme time remaining. time remaining "Ready in" time The programme end has been set and the remaining number of hours is displayed. - Page 21 Display en Display Designation Description Wash Programme status Rinse Programme status Spin Programme status End of pro- Programme status gramme Childproof lock ¡ Lights up: The childproof lock is activ- ated. ¡ Flashes: The childproof lock is active and the programme selector has been adjusted.
- Page 22 en Display Display Designation Description Reminder to clean Flashes: Drum is dirty. Run the Drum the drum Clean programme for cleaning and caring for the drum and the outer tub. → "Cleaning the drum", Page 43 Voltage control Flashes: The automatic voltage control system system detects impermissible voltage drops.
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Page 23: Buttons
Buttons en Buttons 7 Buttons The selection of programme settings depends on the selected programme. You Buttons can see the selection options for each programme in the overview for → "Programmes", Page 25. Button Selection Description Start / Reload ¡ Start Start, cancel or pause the pro- gramme. - Page 24 en Buttons Button Selection Description Pretreatment (Prewash) Selecting activates the Prewash ¡ programme. (Soaking) ¡ Prewash for washing heavily soiled laundry. Selecting activates the Soaking programme. Before the main wash cycle starts, the laundry remains in the water for longer. For laundry with particularly stubborn soiling.
- Page 25 Programmes en Easy Iron Pretreatment Pretreatment Rinse Plus Anti Stain – Speed Perfect Max. spin speed 1400 1400 (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
- Page 26 en Programmes – Easy Iron – Pretreatment – Pretreatment – Rinse Plus – Anti Stain – Speed Perfect Max. spin speed 1400 (rpm) – Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
- Page 27 Programmes en Easy Iron Pretreatment Pretreatment Rinse Plus Anti Stain – Speed Perfect Max. spin speed 1200 1400 (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
- Page 28 en Programmes – – Easy Iron – – – – Pretreatment – – – – Pretreatment – – Rinse Plus – – – – Anti Stain – – – – Speed Perfect Max. spin speed 1400 1400 1200 (rpm) – – Max.
- Page 29 Programmes en – Easy Iron – Pretreatment – Pretreatment – Rinse Plus – Anti Stain – Speed Perfect Max. spin speed 1200 (rpm) – Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
- Page 30 en Programmes Easy Iron Pretreatment Pretreatment Rinse Plus Anti Stain Speed Perfect Max. spin speed 1400 (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
- Page 31 Programmes en – Easy Iron – Pretreatment – Pretreatment Rinse Plus – Anti Stain – Speed Perfect Max. spin speed 1200 (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
- Page 32 en Programmes Easy Iron Pretreatment Pretreatment Rinse Plus Anti Stain Speed Perfect Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
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Page 33: Accessories
Accessories en Accessories 9 Accessories Use original accessories. These have been made especially for your appliance. Accessories Order number Water inlet hose exten- Extend the water inlet WMZ2381 sion hose for cold water or AquaStop (approx. 2.50 Pedestal with drawer Install the appliance at a WMZPW20W raised height so that it can be easily loaded and... -
Page 34: Laundry
en Laundry Pull out the detergent drawer. Push in the detergent drawer. Pour approx. 1 litre of tap water Press Start / Reload to start the into compartment II. programme. a The display shows the remaining programme duration. a After the programme has ended, the display shows: "End". -
Page 35: Sorting Laundry
Laundry en – Brush sand out of all collars and 11.2 Sorting laundry pockets Note: Please read the information in – Close bed covers and cushion the Safety → Page 4 and Preventing covers material damage → Page 10 sections – Close all zips, Velcro fasteners, to ensure that you use the appliance hooks and eyes safely. -
Page 36: Care Symbols On The Care Labels
en Detergents and care products 11.4 Care symbols on the care labels Washing care symbols Symbol Washing process Recommended pro- gramme Normal Cotton Gentle Easy-Care Particularly gentle Delicates/Silk for washing by hand Hand wash Wool Not suitable for machine-washing –... -
Page 37: Detergent Dosage
Detergents and care products en Detergent Fabrics Pro- Temperature gramme Detergent for delic- Delicate fine textiles, Delicates/ From cold up to ates silk or viscose Silk 40 °C Detergent for wool- Wool Wool From cold up to lens 40 °C 12.2 Detergent dosage The detergent dosage depends on: You can find out how hard your ¡... -
Page 38: Basic Operation
en Basic operation 13.3 Adjusting the pro- Basic operation 13 Basic operation gramme settings Basic operation Depending on the programme and 13.1 Switching on the appli- programme progress, you can adjust ance or activate/deactivate the settings. Note: Overview of all programme set- Turn the programme selector to a ▶... -
Page 39: Using A Measuring Aid For Liquid Detergent
Basic operation en Note: Ensure that there is no laun- Insert the measuring aid. dry trapped in the door. Close the door. 13.5 Using a measuring aid for liquid detergent If you order the measuring aid as an accessory, you must use the measur- ing aid. -
Page 40: Adding Detergent And Care Product
en Basic operation Fold the measuring aid down and a The drum rotates and load detec- click it into place. tion takes place. This can take up to 2 minutes, after which water enters the drum. a The display shows either the pro- gramme duration or the "Ready in"... -
Page 41: Unloading The Laundry
Childproof lock en – If the water level is high: Start Wipe the rubber gasket dry and re- Spin or Drain pro- move any foreign objects. gramme. Remove the laundry. 13.11 Unloading the laundry Note: Please read the information in the Safety → Page 4 and Preventing material damage → Page 10 sections to ensure that you use the appliance... -
Page 42: Basic Settings
en Basic settings Basic settings 15 Basic settings You can configure the appliance to meet your needs. Basic settings 15.1 Overview of the basic settings Below is an overview of the basic settings on your appliance. Basic setting Programme Value Description position End signal 0 (off) Set the volume of the signal at the 1 (quiet) -
Page 43: Changing The Basic Set- Tings
Cleaning and servicing en 15.2 Changing the basic set- Cleaning and servicing 16 Cleaning and servi- tings cing Set the programme selector to po- To keep your appliance working effi- sition 1. Cleaning and servicing ciently for a long time, it is important to clean and maintain it carefully. -
Page 44: Cleaning The Detergent Drawer
en Cleaning and servicing Leave the appliance to dry after Clean the detergent drawer and in- ▶ every operation with the door sert with water and a brush, and open, and leave the detergent then dry them. drawer to dry. Run the ... -
Page 45: Descaling
Cleaning and servicing en Remove the maintenance flap. 16.4 Descaling If you add detergent correctly, you do not need to descale your appliance. If you still wish to use descaler, follow the manufacturer's instructions for use. ATTENTION! The use of unsuitable descaling agents, e.g. - Page 46 en Cleaning and servicing Cleaning the drain pump CAUTION - Risk of scalding! When you wash at high temperat- Note: Please read the information in ures, the detergent solution gets the Safety → Page 4 and Preventing hot. material damage → Page 10 sections Do not touch the hot detergent to ensure that you use the appliance ▶...
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Page 47: Cleaning The Water Outlet Hose At The Siphon
Cleaning and servicing en Clean the water outlet hose and si- Before the next wash phon connecting piece. To prevent unused detergent from flowing straight into the outlet in the next wash, run the Drain pro- gramme after you have emptied the drain pump. - Page 48 en Cleaning and servicing Connect the water inlet hose and Cleaning the filter on the tap check for leaks. Note: Please read the information in the Safety → Page 4 and Preventing material damage → Page 10 sections to ensure that you use the appliance safely. Requirement: The water inlet hose is empty.
- Page 49 Cleaning and servicing en Use pliers to remove the filter. Clean the filter with a small brush. Reinsert the filter. Connect the hose and check for leaks.
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Page 50: Troubleshooting
en Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 17 Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot- Troubleshooting ing information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unneces- sary costs. WARNING Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist ▶... - Page 51 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The water pressure is low. No remedial action possible. The filters in the water inflow are blocked. Clean the filters in the water inflow → Page 47. ▶ The tap is turned off. Turn on the tap. ▶...
- Page 52 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The appliance is not Check whether the lighting in your kitchen or other ▶ working. appliances are working. The programme does You have not pressed Start / Reload. not start. Press Start / Reload. ▶ Door is not closed. Close the door.
- Page 53 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The water is not drain- Immediate measure: Mix one tablespoon of fabric ▶ ing. softener with 0.5 litres of water and pour the mix- ture into the left-hand compartment (not for outdoor clothing, sportswear or items stuffed with down). Reduce the amount of detergent for the next wash- ▶...
- Page 54 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting No water is visible in Water is below the visible area. the drum. Not a fault – no action required. ▶ Do not add any extra water to the appliance while it ▶ is operating. Drum jerks after the This is caused by an internal motor test.
- Page 55 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The spin programme Drain pipe or water outlet hose is blocked. does not start. Clean the drain pipe and the water outlet hose. ▶ Drain pipe or water drain hose is caught or jammed. Ensure that the drain pipe and water drain hose are ▶...
- Page 56 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Detergent or fabric Too much detergent/fabric softener in the detergent softener drips off the drawer. seal and collects on When dosing liquid detergent and fabric softener, ▶ the door or in the seal observe the marking in the detergent drawer and fold.
- Page 57 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Water is leaking out at Water inlet hose is not correctly/securely connected. the water inlet hose. Connect the water supply hose correctly. Connect- ing the water inlet hose Tighten the screw connection. Water is leaking out at The water outlet hose is damaged.
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Page 58: Transportation, Storage And Disposal
en Transportation, storage and disposal 17.1 Emergency release 18.2 Inserting the transit bolts Releasing the door Secure the appliance for transporta- Requirement: The drain pump is tion using transit bolts in order to pre- empty. → Page 45 vent damage. ATTENTION! Escaping water may Remove the four cover caps. cause material damage. -
Page 59: Using The Appliance Again
Transportation, storage and disposal en Insert all screws into the four Pour approx. 1 litre of water into transit bolts and tighten slightly. compartment II in the detergent drawer. Start the Drain programme. a The unused detergent cannot flow straight into the outlet during the next wash. -
Page 60: Customer Service
en Customer Service 19.1 Product number (E-Nr.) tronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic and production number equipment - WEEE). (FD) The guideline determ- ines the framework for You can find the product number (E- the return and recycling Nr.) and the production number (FD) of used appliances as on the appliance's rating plate. -
Page 61: Technical Specifications
Technical specifications en Water pressure ¡ Minimum: 100 kPa (1 bar) ¡ Maximum: 1000 kPa (10 bar) Length of the wa- 150 cm ter inlet hose Length of the wa- 150 cm ter outlet hose Length of the 210 cm power cord Depending on the appliance spe- cifications... - Page 64 Expert advice for your Bosch home appliances, help with problems or a repair from Bosch experts. Find out everything about the many ways Bosch can support you: www.bosch-home.com/service Contact data of all countries are listed in the attached service direct- ory.