Bosch WAX32M41BY User Manual And Installation Instructions

Bosch WAX32M41BY User Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Washing machine WAX32M41BY [en] User manual and installation instructions...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For further information, please refer to the Digital User Guide. Table of contents 1 Safety ..........   4 6 Before using for the first time ...    19 1.1 General information.... 4 6.1 Starting an empty washing cycle ......... 19 1.2 Intended use....... 4 1.3 Restriction on user group... 4 7 Display ........
  • Page 3 13.13 Unloading the laundry .. 31 13.14 Switching off the appli- ance........ 31 14 Childproof lock......   32 14.1 Activating the childproof lock ......... 32 14.2 Deactivating the childproof lock ......... 32 15 Basic settings......   32 16 Cleaning and servicing ....    32 16.1 Cleaning the drum.... 32 16.2 Cleaning the detergent drawer........ 33...
  • 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. ▶...
  • 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.
  • Page 9: Safe Cleaning And Maintenance

    Safety en 1.6 Safe cleaning and maintenance Take note of the safety instructions when cleaning and performing maintenance work on the appliance. WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. ▶ Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff.
  • Page 10: Preventing Material Damage

    en Preventing material damage Make sure that the valve housing ▶ Preventing material damage 2 Preventing material for the water inlet hose does not come into contact with its sur- damage roundings and is not subjected to any external forces. Follow these instructions to avoid ma- Preventing material damage Ensure that the inner diameter of terial damage and damage to the ap-...
  • Page 11: Environmental Protection And Saving Energy

    Environmental protection and saving energy en Do not use cleaning products with Add detergent based on the laun- ▶ a high alcohol content. dry's degree of soiling. Do not use hard scouring pads or ▶ a For light to normal soiling, a smal- cleaning sponges.
  • Page 12: Energy Saving Mode

    en Installation and connection 3.3 Energy saving mode 4.2 Contents of package If you do not use the appliance for an After unpacking all parts, check for extended period, it automatically any damage in transit and complete- switches to energy-saving mode. ness of the delivery. Energy-saving mode ends when you ATTENTION! use the appliance again.
  • Page 13 Installation and connection en Installation loca- Requirements WARNING tion Risk of injury! When using the appliance on a base, Kitchen unit Only install the the appliance may tip over. appliance under- Always secure the feet of the appli- neath a continu- ▶...
  • Page 14: Removing The Transport Struts

    en Installation and connection Unscrew and remove all 4 Put on the 4 cover caps. screws for the transit bolts with a WAF 13 wrench. Press down on the 4 cover caps. Pull the power cable out of the holder. 4.5 Removing the transport struts Remove the 4 sleeves.
  • Page 15: Connecting The Appliance

    Installation and connection en Remove the transport struts. 4.6 Connecting the appliance Connecting the water inlet hose WARNING Risk of electric shock! The appliance contains live parts. Touching live parts is dangerous. Do not immerse the electrical ▶ AquaStop valve in water. Connect the water inlet hose to a tap (26.4 mm = 3/4").
  • Page 16: Aligning The Appliance

    en Installation and connection To align the appliance, turn the ap- Siphon Secure the con- pliance feet. Check that the appli- nection point with ance is level using a spirit level. a (24–40 mm) hose clamp. Sink Fix and secure the water outlet hose with an el- bow.
  • Page 17: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en 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.
  • Page 18: Detergent Drawer

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.2 Detergent drawer Measuring aid for liquid deter- gent → "Using a measuring aid for liquid detergent", Page 30 Compartment II: ¡ Detergent for main wash ¡ Water softener ¡ Bleach ¡ Stain remover Compartment ¡ Fabric softener ¡...
  • Page 19: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time en Start the first wash cycle or press Before using for the first time 6 Before using for the to switch off the appliance. → "Basic operation", Page 29 first time Prepare the appliance for use. Before using for the first time 6.1 Starting an empty wash- ing cycle Your appliance was inspected thor-...
  • Page 20: Display

    en Display Display 7 Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Display Display Designation More information 0:40 Programme dura- Approximate expected programme dura- tion/programme tion or programme time remaining. time remaining "Ready in" time → "Buttons", Page 22 10,0 kg Recommended The maximum load capacity for the selec- load...
  • Page 21 Display en Display Designation More information Childproof lock ¡ lights up: The childproof lock is activ- ated. ¡ flashes: The childproof lock is activated and the appliance has been operated. → "Deactivating the childproof lock", Page 32 Blood The stain type is activated. Grass The stain type is activated.
  • Page 22: Buttons

    en Buttons Buttons 8 Buttons The selection of programme settings depends on the programme that is set. Buttons You can see the selection options for each programme in the overview for . Button Selection More information Start/Reload  ¡ Start Start, cancel or pause the pro- gramme.
  • Page 23 Buttons en Button Selection More information Prewash  ¡ Activate Activate or deactivate prewash, e.g. for washing heavily soiled laundry. ¡ Deactivate Extra Rinse  ¡ Activate Activate or deactivate an additional rinse cycle. ¡ Deactivate Recommended for particularly sensit- ive skin or in regions with very soft water.
  • Page 24: Programmes

    en Programmes Programmes 9 Programmes Programmes Note: The laundry's care labels provide you with additional information about programme selection. Care symbols on the care labels Programme Description Max. load (kg) Cottons  Wash hard-wearing items made from cotton, linen 10,0 or blended fabrics. Also suitable as a short programme for normally soiled laundry when you activate SpeedPerfect ...
  • Page 25 Programmes en Programme Description Max. load (kg) ¡ Max. 1600 rpm Delicates/Silk  Wash delicate, washable items made from silk, vis- cose and synthetic fabrics. Use a detergent that is suitable for delicates or silk. Note: Wash especially delicate items or items with hooks, eyelets or clips in a mesh laundry bag. Programme setting: ¡...
  • Page 26 en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) ⁠   Shirts/ Wash non-iron shirts and blouses made from cot- Blouses ton, linen, or synthetic or blended fabrics. Tip: In order to avoid creasing in your laundry, you can activate Less Ironing  . The laundry is only given a short spin and can be removed while still dripping wet.
  • Page 27: Laundry

    Programmes en Programme Description Max. load (kg) Note: The drum cleaning indicator will flash to re- mind you if you have not used a programme at 60 °C or higher for a long time. ⁠ / ⁠   Super Wash items made from cotton, or synthetic or blen- Quick 15'/30' ded fabrics.
  • Page 28: Preparing The Laundry

    QR code in the table of contents or on www.bosch- – Remove curtain hooks and lead strips or use a mesh laundry home.com.
  • Page 29: Detergents And Care

    Detergents and care products been correctly installed and connec- Notes ted. ¡ More detailed instructions for use → "Installation and connection", can be found on www.bosch- Page 12 home.com or by scanning the QR code on the title page of this user Press ▶...
  • Page 30: Using A Measuring Aid For Liquid Detergent

    en Basic operation Close the door. Slide the measuring aid forwards. Ensure that there is no laundry trapped in 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 31: Starting The Programme

    Basic operation en Open the appliance door. 13.8 Starting the programme The appliance door remains Note: If you want to change the time locked for safety reasons if the until the programme ends, set the temperature and water levels are "Ready in" time first. high.
  • Page 32: Childproof Lock

    Note: You can find further information in the digital instruction manual by scanning the QR code in the table of Leave the appliance door and de- contents or on www.bosch- tergent drawer open so that resid- home.com. ual water can evaporate.
  • Page 33: Cleaning The Detergent Drawer

    Cleaning and servicing en Run the ⁠   Drum Clean pro- Clean the detergent drawer and in- ▶ gramme without laundry and using sert with water and a brush, and all-purpose washing powder. then dry them. 16.2 Cleaning the detergent drawer Pull out the detergent drawer. Press down on the insert and re- move the detergent drawer.
  • Page 34: Cleaning The Drain Pump

    en Cleaning and servicing Take the drain hose out of the 16.3 Cleaning the drain pump holder. Clean the drain pump in the event of faults, e.g. blockages or rattling noises. Emptying the drain pump Turn off the water tap. Switch off the appliance. Disconnect the appliance's mains plug from the power supply.
  • Page 35 Cleaning and servicing en Insert the drain hose into the Clean the interior, the thread on holder. the pump cap and the pump hous- ing. Cleaning the drain pump The pump cap is comprised of two parts which can be taken apart for Requirement: The drain pump is cleaning.
  • Page 36: Cleaning The Intake Opening In The Rubber Gasket

    en Cleaning and servicing Screw the pump cap as far as it Remove any blockages from the will go. intake opening. 90° The handle on the pump cap must Note: Do not use any sharp or poin- be in a vertical position. ted objects.
  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting en 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 38 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting "E:30 / -80" The pump cap is not fully screwed in. Ensure that the pump cap is screwed in all the way ▶ into the appliance. The handle on the pump cap must be in a vertical position. "E:36 / -25 / -26"...
  • Page 39 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting lights up. The temperature is too high. Wait until the temperature has dropped. ▶ → "Cancelling the programme", Page 31 ▶ Water level is too high. Select a suitable programme for draining. ▶ → "Programmes", Page 24 Laundry is caught in the door. Open the door again.
  • Page 40 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The programme does → "Deactivating the childproof lock", Page 32 ▶ not start. is activated. - Finished in +  Check whether - Finished in +  is activated. ▶ → "Buttons", Page 22 Laundry is caught in the door. Open the door again. Remove any trapped laundry. Close the door.
  • Page 41 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The water is not drain- Correctly assemble the pump cover. ▶ ing. Detergent dosage is too high. Immediate measure: Mix one tablespoon of fabric ▶ 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).
  • Page 42 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The programme dura- Not a fault – no action required. ▶ tion changes during the wash cycle. No water is visible in Water is below the visible area. the drum. Not a fault – no action required. ▶...
  • Page 43 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting High spin speed not Start the ⁠   Spin programme. ▶ reached. 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.
  • Page 44 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 45 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.
  • Page 46: Emergency Release

    18.1 Removing the appliance → "Before using for the first time", Note: More detailed instructions for Page 19. use can be found on www.bosch- home.com or by scanning the QR code on the title page of this user manual. Turn off the water tap.
  • Page 47: Disposing Of Old Appliance

    Customer Service en 18.4 Disposing of old appli- Customer Service 19 Customer Service ance If you have any queries on use, are Customer Service Valuable raw materials can be re- unable to rectify faults on the appli- used by recycling. ance yourself or if your appliance needs to be repaired, contact Cus- WARNING tomer Service.
  • Page 48: Aqua-Stop Guarantee

    en Customer Service Make a note of your appliance's de- tails and the Customer Service tele- phone number to find them again quickly. 19.2 AQUA-STOP guarantee In addition to warranty claims against the seller under the purchase agree- ment and in addition to our manufac- turer's warranty, we offer compensa- tion under the following conditions.
  • Page 49: Consumption Values

    Consumption values en Consumption values 20 Consumption values The following information is provided in accordance with the EU Ecodesign Consumption values Regulation. The values given for programs other than the Eco 40-60 are indicat- ive only and were determined in accordance with the applicable standard EN60456.
  • Page 50: Technical Data

    en  Technical data EPREL product database. Please Technical data 21  Technical data then follow the instructions on searching for the model. The model Technical data identifier is made up of the charac- Appliance height 84,8 cm ters before the slash in the product Appliance width 59,8 cm number (E-Nr.) on the rating plate.
  • Page 52 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.

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