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Washing machine WAWH2699SN en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions...
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Your new washing machine Note/tip Information about the optimum use of You have chosen a Bosch washing the appliance/any other useful machine. information. Please take a few minutes to read and 1. 2. 3. / a) b) c) become familiar with the advantages of your washing machine.
Contents e n I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l a n d I n s t a l l a t i o n I n s t r u c t i o n s Intended use.
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Intelligent dosing system..44 Faults and what to do about them... 60 Intelligent dosing system in the detergent drawer ....44 Emergency release.
Intended use Intended use This appliance is intended for private ■ I n t e n d e d u s e domestic use only. Do not install or operate this ■ appliance anywhere that is liable to experience frost and/or outdoor conditions.
Safety instructions Do not allow children to Safety instructions ■ clean or maintain this appliance unsupervised. The following safety information Keep children under 3 years S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s and warnings are provided to ■...
Safety instructions Keep packaging, plastic film Installation and packing components away Warning from children. Risk of electric shock/fire/ Warning material damage/damage to Risk of poisoning! the appliance! Detergents and care products If the appliance is not installed may result in poisoning if properly, this may lead to a consumed.
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Safety instructions If you take hold of any of the Warning ■ appliance's protruding parts Risk of electric shock/fire/ (e.g. the appliance door) in material damage/damage to order to lift or move it, these the appliance! parts may break off and If the appliance's mains cable is cause injury.
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Safety instructions The appliance is secured for Caution! ■ transportation by transport Material damage/damage to locking devices. If the the appliance transport locking devices are If the water pressure is too ■ not removed before the high or too low, the appliance is operated, this appliance may not be able to may result in damage to the...
Safety instructions If you reach into the drum Operation ■ while it is still rotating, you Warning risk injuring your hands. Risk of explosions/fire! Wait until the drum has Laundry that has been stopped rotating. pretreated with cleaning agents Warning that contain solvents, e.g.
Safety instructions Caution! Cleaning/Maintenance Material damage/damage to Warning the appliance Risk of death! If the amount of laundry in ■ The appliance is powered by the appliance exceeds its electricity. There is a risk of maximum load capacity, it electric shock if you come into may not be able to operate contact with live components.
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Safety instructions Warning Caution! Risk of poisoning! Material damage/damage to the appliance Poisonous fumes may be given off by cleaning agents that Cleaning agents and agents for contain solvents, e.g. cleaning pretreating laundry (e.g. stain solvent. removers, prewash sprays, etc.) Do not use cleaning agents that may cause damage if they contain solvents.
Environmental protection Information on energy and water ■ Environmental consumption: ~ Page 27 The displays provide information protection about the relative level of energy and water consumption in the selected Packaging/used appliance programmes. E n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n The more indicator lights light up, Dispose of packaging in an the higher the programme's...
Positioning and connecting ( Mains cable Positioning and 0 Bag: connecting Installation and operating ■ instructions Included with the appliance Customer services location ■ P o s i t i o n i n g a n d c o n n e c t i n g directory* Check the machine for transport Note:...
Positioning and connecting Safety instructions Installation surface The washing machine be stable Warning Note: so that it does not move around. Risk of injury! The installation surface must be firm The washing machine is very heavy. ■ ■ and level. Be careful when lifting/transporting Soft floors/floor coverings are not the washing machine.
Positioning and connecting Installing the appliance in a Take the hoses out of the holders. kitchenette Warning Danger of death! There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components. Do not remove the appliance covering plate. Unscrew and remove all four transportation securing bolts with a Notes wrench (WAF 13).
Positioning and connecting Hose and cable lengths Left-hand connection ■ Right-hand connection ■ The following are available from Tip: specialist dealers/customer services: Extension for Aqua-Stop and cold ■ water supply hose (approx. 2.50 m); order no. WM Z2380, WZ 10130, CZ 11350, Z 7070X0 A longer supply hose ■...
Positioning and connecting Water inlet Optimum water pressure in the supply network Warning At least 100 kPa (1 bar) Danger of death! Maximum 1000 kPa (10 bar) There is a risk of electric shock if you When the tap is open, the water flow touch live components.
Positioning and connecting Water outlet Connection Drainage into a washbasin Warning ■ Risk of scalding! When you are washing at high temperatures, there is a risk of scalding if you come into contact with hot water (e.g. when draining hot water into a washbasin).
Positioning and connecting Levelling Observe the following information and ensure that: Align the appliance using a spirit level. Notes Incorrect alignment may result in loud The mains voltage and voltage ■ noises, vibrations and machine indicated on the washing machine "movement".
Positioning and connecting Before washing for the first time The washing machine was thoroughly tested before leaving the factory. To remove any water that may be left over from the test, run the first wash cycle without any laundry. Notes The washing machine must be ■...
Positioning and connecting Transportation Fitting the transportation securing means: E.g. when moving house Remove the covers and keep them in a safe place. Caution! If required, use a screwdriver. Risk of damage to the appliance caused by detergent/fabric softener leaking from the dispensers. Leaking detergent/fabric softener can prevent the appliance from working correctly, e.g.
Main points in brief Main points in brief M a i n p o i n t s i n b r i e f Connect the mains Open the door. To switch on, press Select a plug. Turn on the the # button.
Getting to know the appliance Getting to know the appliance Washing machine G e t t i n g t o k n o w t h e a p p l i a n c e Detergent drawer ~ Page 41 Operating/display panel Door with door handle 9S Open the door...
Getting to know the appliance Control panel All the buttons are sensitive P Child lock (E 3 sec.) Note: (except for the main switch) and only Activate/deactivate to prevent the need to be pressed lightly. set functions from being changed accidentally: To do this, press the ( Main switch...
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Getting to know the appliance h The Remote start (}) button enables the programme to be started remotely on the appliance via the Home Connect app. Remote start remains enabled for 24 hours after it has been activated. It is automatically deactivated if you do not start the programme via the Home Connect app during this...
Getting to know the appliance Display panel Ready in time ■ e.g. 2:30; Programme duration depends on the programme selection in h:min (hours:minutes) End time preselection ■ 1 - 24 h; Programme ends after ... h (h = hours) Basic dosage ■...
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Getting to know the appliance Further information Further information Water pressure too low (may Programme progress: is flashing increase the programme duration) Prewash Childproof lock: ~ Page 42 Wash Childproof lock activated Rinse à continuou Spin sly lit - 0 - Programme end Childproof lock activated, Programme end with Rinse Stop...
Laundry Some examples of soiling levels can Laundry be found on ~ Page 30 – Light: Do not prewash, select the P repare the laundry SpeedPerfect setting if L a u n d r y necessary Caution! – Normal Damage to the appliance/fabrics –...
Detergent Saving energy and detergent Detergent For light and normal soiling, you can C orrect selection of detergent save energy (lower washing D e t e r g e n t temperature) and detergent. The care label is crucial for selecting the correct detergent, temperature and Saving Soiling/note...
Overview of programmes Overview of programmes Programmes on the programme selector O v e r v i e w o f p r o g r a m m e s Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings Programme name Max. load Brief explanation of the programme and the fabrics for which it Temperature that can be selected (Ž...
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Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings f Easy-Care Max. 4 kg Synthetic or blended fabrics Ž ... 60 °C $, 0 - 1200 rpm EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, Prewash (T), Power rinse (ò) Detergent è, fabric softener è o Mix Max. 4 kg Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics Ž...
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Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings ' Rinse / 0 Spin / [ Drain Combined extra programme for rinsing and spinning the laundry, and draining the rinsing water $, 0 - 1600** rpm The Power rinse (ò) button is activated at the factory Note: .
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Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings *** Allergy Plus ; Max. 6,5 kg Hard-wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen Ž - 60 °C Note: . Particularly suitable for strict hygiene requirements or $, 0 - 1600** rpm particularly sensitive skin thanks to the extended wash cycle at a EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, defined temperature, higher water level and extended rinse cycle.
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Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings *** Sportswear Max. 2 kg Sportswear and leisurewear made from microfibre fabrics Ž - 40 °C Notes $, 0 - 800 rpm Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener. ■ EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, Before washing, clean the detergent drawer thoroughly (all ■...
Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings *** Automatic intensive p Max. 6 kg More intensive treatment of the laundry; 60 °C the degree of soiling and the type of fabric are automatically $, 1400 rpm detected, and the washing sequence and intelligent dosing are adjusted accordingly.
Programme default settings The maximum speed that can be set Programme default depends on the model and programme that has been selected. settings Ready in The default programme settings are P r o g r a m m e d e f a u l t s e t t i n g s displayed in the display panel after (ñ) selecting the programme.
Additional programme settings Power rinse Additional programme (ò) settings Additional rinse cycles depending on programme, longer programme An overview of all additional settings, A d d i t i o n a l p r o g r a m m e s e t t i n g s which can be selected depending on duration for particularly sensitive skin and/or for areas with very soft water.
Operating the appliance The indicator light on the programme Operating the selector lights up and the default programme settings for the selected appliance programme appear in the display panel. Preparing the washing Temperature ■ O p e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e Spin speed machine ■...
Operating the appliance Change the programme default settings You can use the default settings for each washing cycle or change them. To do this, repeatedly press the corresponding button until the required The A button indicator lamp flashes setting is displayed. and the programme settings appear in Pressing and holding the buttons Note:...
Operating the appliance Start the programme E lights up: The childproof lock is ■ active. Press the A button. The indicator lamp E flashes briefly: The childproof lock ■ lights up and the programme starts. is active and the programme selector was turned or a button was You will need to press and hold Note:...
Operating the appliance Changing the programme Removing laundry/switching off the appliance If you have started the wrong programme by mistake, you can Open the door and remove the change the programme as follows: laundry. Press the A button. Press the # button. The appliance is Select another programme.
Intelligent dosing system Notes Intelligent dosing Only use easy-pour liquid products ■ system that the manufacturer recommends adding to the detergent drawer. Do not mix different liquid Intelligent dosing system in ■ detergents. If changing your liquid I n t e l l i g e n t d o s i n g s y s t e m the detergent drawer detergent (type, manufacturer, etc.), empty the dispenser completely and...
Intelligent dosing system If intelligent dosagei-DOS w or and i-DOS w are saved for each ■ i-DOS i has been selected, the programme until they are changed corresponding indicator lights up. again, even if the washing machine is If intelligent dosage has not been switched off.
Intelligent dosing system Below is an example of detergent Changing the basic dosages: dosages on a packaging label: Press the corresponding i-DOS button (w or i) for approx. 3 Degree of seconds. The preset basic dosage soiling → will appear in the display panel. Water Set the required basic dosage using hardness ↓...
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Intelligent dosing system Caution! Damage to the appliance Cleaning agents and agents for pretreating laundry (e.g. stain removers, prewash sprays, etc.) may cause damage if they come into contact with the surfaces of the washing machine. Do not allow these agents to come into contact with the surfaces of the washing machine.
Home Connect You cannot use the ■ Home Connect Home Connect app to make changes while the appliance is in T his appliance is Wi-Fi enabled and can operation. You will be able to use the H o m e C o n n e c t be controlled remotely via a smartphone Home Connect app to see any or tablet PC.
Home Connect If a connection could not be Press the Start button to connect. † Note: established, “§§ (fault) will appear on will flash on the display panel. the display panel. Check whether your The appliance will now set up its appliance is in range of your home own Wi-Fi network with the name network.Try connecting automatically...
Home Connect Activating or deactivating If Wi-Fi is not activated on your Note: appliance, you will not be able to Wi-Fi connect it to your home network or to the app. You can switch the Home Connect function on your appliance on or off permanently at any time.
Home Connect Resetting your network Notes If the network settings could not be settings ■ reset, “§§ (fault) will appear on the display panel. You can clear the network settings and If you want to operate the appliance break the connection to your ■...
A detailed R&TTE Declaration of Update installation will now start. This Conformity can be found online at process may take several minutes. Do www.bosch-home.com among the not switch the appliance off while additional documents on the product updates are being installed.
Appliance settings Appliance settings 0 = off, 1 = quiet, You can change the following settings: 2 = medium, A p p l i a n c e s e t t i n g s 3 = loud, The volume of the buttons and the ■...
Sensors Sensors Cleaning and maintenance A utomatic load sensing S e n s o r s Warning Depending on the type of fabric and C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e Danger of death! load, the automatic load sensing There is a risk of electric shock if you...
Cleaning and maintenance Machine housing/control i-DOS detergent draw and its panel housing Wipe the housing and the control Emptying the dispensers: ■ panel with a soft, damp cloth. The dispensers have emptying Remove the detergent residue outlets with removable sealing plugs ■...
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Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning the dispensers/detergent drawer: The detergent drawer can be removed completely to allow you to clean to dispensers after you have emptied them. a) Empty the dispensers before removing the drawer. – Protect the rear drawer connector Only put the drawer handle Note: against water, detergent or fabric-...
Cleaning and maintenance The drain pump is blocked, emergency draining Warning Risk of scalding! When you wash at high temperatures, the water gets very hot. If you come into contact with the hot water, you may be Put the service flap back on, lock it into place and close it.
Cleaning and maintenance Filter in the water supply blocked First, reduce the water pressure in the supply hose: Turn off the tap. Select any programme (except Rinse/Spin/Empty). Press the A button. Allow the programme to run for approximately 40 seconds. Press the # button.
Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Indicator Cause/remedy - P - and ÿ The door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. - P - The temperature is too high. Wait until the temperature drops. ■...
Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/remedy Water is leaking from the Attach the drain hose correctly or replace it. ■ machine. Tighten the threaded joint on the supply hose. ■ The appliance is not filling Have you pressed the A button? ■...
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Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/remedy The programme is taking Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an ■ longer than usual. imbalance by repeatedly redistributing the laundry. Not a fault – the foam detection system is active – a rinse cycle has been ■...
After-sales service Faults Cause/remedy The display panel/ Has there been a power failure? ■ indicator lights do not Have the fuses blown/has the circuit breaker tripped? Switch on the circuit ■ work while the appliance breaker/replace the fuses. is running. If the fault occurs repeatedly, call the after-sales service.
Consumption rates Consumption rates Energy and water consumption, programme duration and C o n s u m p t i o n r a t e s residual moisture for the main washing programmes (approximate values) Programme Load Energy Water Programme consumption* consumption*...
Technical data Efficiency test programmes for cotton fabrics The following programmes (standard programmes, indicated by ü) are suitable for cleaning normally soiled cotton fabrics and are the most efficient with respect to combined energy and water consumption. Standard programmes for cottons in accordance with Regulation (EU) no. 1015/2010 Programme + temperature Load Approximate programme...
Aqua-Stop warranty Aqua-Stop warranty Only for appliances with Aqua-Stop A q u a - S t o p w a r r a n t y In addition to warranty claims against the vendor based on the purchase agreement and to our appliance warranty, we will provide compensation under the following conditions: If water damage is caused due to a...
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0344 892 8979 (Calls charged at local or mobile rate.) 01450 2655 (0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute.) You can find the contact information for all countries in the attached after-sales service directory. Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34 81739 München, GERMANY *9001269202*...