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- Page 1 Use and Care Manual, Installation Instructions Washer WAW285H1UC...
- Page 2 Welcome to Your New Washer! Congratulations on your selection of a new Bosch washer for your laundry needs. We are confident you will enjoy the superior performance and reliability. Please do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service department if you have any questions or comments with your new washer.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Information on the display area ........43 Cancel program ..............25 STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY .. 44 Program end ..............25 Bosch Clothes Washer ............ 44 Removing laundry/switching the appliance off ... 26 Home Connect® ............27 Calling up the Home Connect menu ......27 Connecting your home network to the Home Connect app ............ - Page 4 Additional information on products, accessories, replacement parts and services can be found at www.bosch-home.com/us (USA) or www.bosch- home.ca (Canada) and in the online shop www.bosch- home.com/us/store...
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Page 5: Important Information
Please take a moment to record the following basic Your washer does not require any special care other than information about your new Bosch washer. the maintenance and care mentioned in this manual. If This information will be helpful in the event you need to you have a problem with your washer, please consult. -
Page 6: Your Washing Machine Is Intended For
Your washing machine is intended for Only household use and in a non-commercial ▯ When measuring all detergents/stain removers/ Y o u r w a s h i n g m a c h i n e i s i n t e n d e d f o r ▯... -
Page 7: Important Safety Instructions
WASHING MACHINE, FOLLOW BASIC PRECAUTIONS be damaged if exposed to freezing temperatures. INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING Do not use the washing machine if it has a worn power ▯ Bosch washers are provided with a Use and Care ▯ cord or loose plug. Manual with Installation Instructions. - Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and WARNINGS ▯ presented in this manual do not cover all possible conditions that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining or operating the washer. Always contact your dealer, distributor, service provider ▯...
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Page 9: Introduction To Your New Washer
ENERGY STAR® certified to save energy, save money washer ▯ and protect the environment. Your new Bosch washing machine is designed to use 17.6 lb (8 kg) large drum capacity (for regular cotton water, energy and detergent in a highly efficient way to ▯... -
Page 10: Dimensions And Clearances Required
D i m e n s i o n s a n d c l e a r a n c e s r e q u i r e d Stacked washer and dryer A Bosch dryer of the same dimensions can be stacked on top of the washer to save space. - Page 11 No doors or coverings. Vent spacing (actual not minimum dimensions) 37 in. 94 cm Minimum opening dimensions 26 in. 66 cm 28 in. 71.1 cm 3 in. 7.6 cm 23.8 in. 60.5 cm 29 in. 73 cm 34.5 in. 87.6 cm Stand alone (shown) or Side-by-Side Under counter (Less Desirable) If front of the appliance is covered ventilation openings...
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Page 12: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING These installation instructions are intended for use by I n s t a l l a t i o n i n s t r u c t i o n s qualified installers. In addition to these instructions, the RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY installation must comply with: TO PERSONS... -
Page 13: Parts Provided With Your Washer
Parts provided with your washer Washer drum contents Two AquaShield water supply hoses are shipped in the Back side of the washing machine washer drum. Be sure to remove each of these and use these new hoses for the installation. Hot water AquaShield™... -
Page 14: Installation Checklist
Importance of installing on a solid, level Remove drain hose from all brackets. floor Your new Bosch washing machine utilizes high spin speeds to achieve superior water removal from your laundry resulting in reduced drying time. It is important to install your washing machine on a floor that will provide firm support. -
Page 15: Water Connections
Place covers over the transport bolt holes. The water supply pressure must be between 14.5 to ▯ Four plastic covers are provided in the small parts bag 145 psi (1 - 10 bar) with a minimum of 2.2 U.S. gallons included with your washer. - Page 16 Position hoses as shown when routing hoses to right About the AquaShield™ Hose side of washer (facing from front). The AquaShield hose prevents potential flooding in the event the hose develops an internal leak. If the hose leaks, the indicator turns red and water flow is blocked. Once the internal valve in the hose activates (indicator is red) the hose must be discarded.
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Page 17: Leveling The Washer
Leveling the washer Sink siphon Importance of leveling the washer Your new washer uses high spin speeds to remove water at the end of the wash cycle. It is important that your washer is level and that all four washer feet press with equal pressure against the floor. -
Page 18: Electrical Connection
Electrical connection The household electrical supply must be suitable for ▯ the voltage specification shown on the washer rating plate (located inside the washer door, immediately WARNING below the drum opening). ~ Purchase information; Page 5 ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD See below for connection specifications and fuse/ Improper connection of the equipment-grounding breaker requirements. - Page 19 Remove the transport bolt hole covers Remove all four transport bolt hole covers. Pull the tip of the arrow on the cover out slightly to disengage the locking tab. Rotate the cover counterclockwise to remove. Repeat for all 4 transport bolt hole covers. Insert the transport bolt assemblies Each assembly consists of a plastic bushing and a bolt that extends through the bushings.
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Page 20: Getting To Know Your Appliance
Getting to know your appliance Control panel G e t t i n g t o k n o w y o u r a p p l i a n c e Programs Program Selector Center is pressed to power the appliance ON or OFF and dial turns in both directions to select a program. -
Page 21: Display Area
Display area Buttons Button Description Indicator Select EcoPerfect™. Select Prewash. Select Rinse Plus. Select Remote Start. Remote start and Home Connect® settings Select Start/Pause. starts or pauses the selected cycle; ▯ indicator lamp on (steady) - cycle running, can be paused (if Child lock is not ▯... - Page 22 Indicator Description Lit: Child lock activated Flashing: A change to the programs or options is not allowed because Child lock is activated. Flashing will stop after a few seconds. Flashing: Tap not turned on, no water pressure Lit: The appliance door can be opened. ÿ...
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Page 23: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Selecting optional program settings O p e r a t i n g I n s t r u c t i o n s To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to By selecting the optional program settings, you can persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY adjust the washing process to better suit the items you INSTRUCTIONS and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS... -
Page 24: Filling The Detergent And Additives Compartments
Pour the detergent and laundry care product into the Tips appropriate chambers: After loading, close the door carefully so as not to trap any items between the door and the rubber seal. The door should close easily and should not be forced to close. -
Page 25: Starting The Program
Pausing/Adding a garment to the cycle Liquid detergent insert To measure liquid detergent: Pausing the wash cycle can be useful for several Pull out the detergent dispenser tray. purposes. e.g. for soaking ~ Soaking; Page 34 Push the liquid detergent insert forward and down as shown. -
Page 26: Removing Laundry/Switching The Appliance Off
Removing laundry/switching the appliance off Open the front door of the washer and remove the laundry. Press the center of Program Selector to switch off the appliance. Turn off the water taps. NOTICES Do not leave any laundry in the drum. It can shrink or ▯... -
Page 27: Home Connect
Home Connect® This appliance is Wi-Fi-capable and can be remotely Connecting your home network to the H o m e C o n n e c t ® controlled using a mobile device. Home Connect app You can use the Home Connect app to do the following on your appliance from your mobile device: Connect your appliance to the home network automatically or manually (you only need to do this the... -
Page 28: Activating/Deactivating Wi-Fi
Set the program to position 2. Set the program to position 3. (connect manually) appears in the display. †‘˜ (connect to app) appears in the display. ‘˜˜ Press Start/Pause. Press Start/Pause. The appliance now sets up its own Wi-Fi network with the The appliance now attempts to connect to the Home name (SSID) Home Connect. -
Page 29: Resetting Your Network Settings
Resetting your network settings Security certificate of the WiFi communication module ▯ (to ensure a secure data connection). You can reset all of the network settings. The current software and hardware version of your Ensure that you are in the Home Connect menu. ▯... -
Page 30: Laundry
Laundry Preparing the laundry Sorting the laundry L a u n d r y NOTICE: Damage to the appliance/fabrics Sort laundry items according to color, degree of soiling Foreign objects (e.g. coins, paper-clips, needles, nails) and recommended wash temperature range. may damage the laundry or components in the washing machine. -
Page 31: Identifying And Treating Stains
Determining degree of soiling Light soiling ▯ No visible soiling or stains, but may have absorbed some odor. This could include light weight summer clothing such as T-shirts, shirts, or blouses worn only once. Also to freshen bed linen or guest towels. Normal soiling ▯... -
Page 32: Laundry Detergents And Additives
Laundry detergents and additives Adding the correct amount of HE detergent Saving energy and reduce detergent L a u n d r y d e t e r g e n t s a n d a d d i t i v e s For light and normal soiling, you can save energy (lower WARNING washing temperature) and detergent. -
Page 33: Program Selection Table
Program selection table P r o g r a m s e l e c t i o n t a b l e Programs Max. Selectable program set- Type of laundry Optional program settings; Load tings, Information up to: default settings (bold) Temperature Spin speed full load Extra Hot... -
Page 34: Starching
Programs Max. Selectable program set- Type of laundry Optional program settings; Load tings, Information up to: default settings (bold) Temperature Spin speed High Easy-care fabrics made of cot- Quick 30 load ton, linen, synthetic fibers or (approximately Warm Medium blended fabrics; 30 minute Cold cycle) -
Page 35: Optional Program Settings
Optional program settings At the factory, temperature and spin speed options, and Here is an example of a 1hr:30min cycle time and an 8 h O p t i o n a l p r o g r a m s e t t i n g s cycle duration ("Finish in"... -
Page 36: Appliance Settings
Appliance settings Child lock 3 sec. Switching the automatic switch-off function on/off A p p l i a n c e s e t t i n g s You can secure the appliance against inadvertent If the appliance is not used for an extended period, it changing of the set functions. -
Page 37: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning and maintenance Your appliance is designed to give you years of service. Cleaning the detergent dispenser tray C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e Observe the following instructions to maintain and protect your appliance and keep it in top operating If there is a buildup of residual detergent or additives, or... -
Page 38: Cleaning The Drain Pump
Cleaning the drain pump Clean the strainers at the water tap end of the hose WARNING RISK OF SCALDING Risk of hot water injury to skin! Allow the water to cool down prior to actuating the emergency door lock release. You are responsible for ensuring all safety precautions are followed when draining water from washer and/or manually opening the washer door. - Page 39 Use the pull-out drain hose located in the pump Reinstall the protective film over the pump access access opening to drain the remaining water into a using both screws. suitable container (up to 5.3 U.S. gallons/20 liters of water may be drained). Pull the sealing cap from the hose and lay the hose over the side of the container and allow the water to finish draining from the drum.
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Page 40: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Emergency door lock release Before opening the washer door, perform the drain T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g procedure included in the pump maintenance section. In the event of a power interruption the program will continue running when the power supply has been ~ Cleaning the drain pump;... - Page 41 Determing the Problem Problem Possible cause(s) Solution(s) Washer door cannot be Child lock is activated. Deactivate Child lock (press Finish in opened. approximately 3 seconds). A power failure occurred. If a cycle is interrupted by a power failure, it will resume when the power is restored.
- Page 42 Problem Possible cause(s) Solution(s) Water does not appear Start/Pause not pressed. Press Start/Pause. to be filling into the Water taps not turned on. Turn on water taps. washer or detergent is Supply hose kinked or pinched Eliminate the cause. not dispensed from (reduce flow).
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Page 43: Information On The Display Area
Problem Possible cause(s) Solution(s) Wi-Fi is switched off. To connect to your home network, switch on Wi-Fi. does not appear in the display panel. Wi-Fi is switched on but a connec- Check whether your home network is available or try to tion to the home network cannot be connect to your home network again. -
Page 44: Statement Of Limited Product Warranty
Bosch to notify you in the unlikely event of a than the original part. All removed parts and components safety notice or product recall. - Page 45 The warranty coverage described herein excludes all TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY defects or damage that are not the direct fault of Bosch, SETS OUT YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES WITH including without limitation, one or more of the following:...
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