Bosch WAU24S5XES User Manual And Installation Instructions

Bosch WAU24S5XES User Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Washing machine WAU24S5XES [en] User manual and installation instructions...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety ..........   4 Sorting laundry ....... 34 General information...... 4 Degrees of soiling ...... 34 Intended use........ 4 Care symbols on the care labels ... 34 Restriction on user group.... 4 Detergents and care products..   35 Safe installation ........ 5 Detergent recommendation ... 35 Safe use ........... 7 Detergent dosage ...... 36 Safe cleaning and maintenance.. 9...
  • Page 3 Descaling........ 45 Cleaning the drain pump.... 45 Cleaning the water outlet hose at the siphon........ 48 Clean the water inlet filters..... 48 Troubleshooting......   51 Error code / Fault display / Sig- nal........... 51 Malfunctions ........ 53 Noise .......... 57 Problem with results....... 58 Leakage.......... 60 Odours.......... 60 Emergency release ...... 61 Transportation, storage and disposal .........
  • Page 4: Safety

    en Safety Safety Observe the following safety instructions. General information You can find general information for this instruction manual here. ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. ¡ This manual is intended for the installer and the user of the ap- pliance. ¡...
  • Page 5: Safe Installation

    Safety en Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by chil- dren unless they are being supervised. Keep children under the age of 3 years and pets away from the appliance. Safe installation Take note of the safety instructions when installing the appliance.
  • Page 6 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of fire! It is dangerous to use an extended power cord and non-ap- proved adapters. ▶ Do not use extension cables or multiple socket strips. ▶ If the power cord is too short, contact Customer Service. ▶ Only use adapters approved by the manufacturer. WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! ¡...
  • Page 7: Safe Use

    Safety en ¡ If hoses and power cords have been laid incorrectly, this causes a tripping hazard. ▶ Lay hoses and power cords in such a way that there is no risk of tripping. ¡ If the appliance is moved by holding onto protruding compon- ents, such as the appliance door, the parts may break off.
  • Page 8 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of harm to health! Children can lock themselves in the appliance, thereby putting their lives at risk. ▶ Do not install the appliance behind a door as this may ob- struct the appliance door or prevent it from opening. ▶...
  • Page 9: Safe Cleaning And Maintenance

    Safety en ¡ Reaching into the drum while it is still turning may cause hand injuries. ▶ Wait for the drum to come to a complete stop before reach- ing inside. CAUTION ‒ Risk of burns! When washing at high temperatures, the glass in the appli- ance door becomes hot.
  • Page 10 en Safety ▶ If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer's Customer Service or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent any risk. ¡ An ingress of moisture can cause an electric shock. ▶...
  • Page 11: Preventing Material Damage

    Preventing material damage en Make sure that the length of the ▶ Preventing material damage Preventing material dam- thread on the connection to the water tap is at least 10 mm. ¡ If the water pressure is too high or too low, the appliance may not be Follow these instructions to avoid ma- Preventing material damage able to operate properly.
  • Page 12: Environmental Protection And Saving Energy

    en Environmental protection and saving energy Remove all detergent residue, "Add " → Page 36 detergent based ▶ spray residue or other residues on the laundry's degree of soiling. immediately if they come into For light to normal soiling, a smal- contact with the appliance. ler amount of detergent is suffi- cient.
  • Page 13: Energy Saving Mode

    Installation and connection en ATTENTION! The appliance comes with an Aqua- Objects remaining in the drum that Sensor. are not designed for operation with During the rinse cycle, the Aqua- the appliance may cause material Sensor checks the degree of tur- damage and damage to the appli- bidity of the rinsing water, and ad- ance.
  • Page 14: Contents Of Package

    en Installation and connection Contents of package After unpacking all parts, check for any damage in transit and completeness of the delivery. Requirements for the installa- Washing machine tion location Accompanying documents The appliance may "wander" when it Water inlet hose spins.
  • Page 15: Removing The Transit Bolts

    Installation and connection en Installation location Requirements WARNING Risk of electric shock! On a wooden joist Place the appliance The appliance contains live parts. floor on a water-resistant Touching live parts is dangerous. wooden board which Do not operate the appliance ▶...
  • Page 16 en Installation and connection Pull the hoses out of the holders. Remove the four sleeves. Unscrew and remove all four Put on the four cover caps. screws for the transit bolts with a WAF 13 wrench. Press down on the four cover caps.
  • Page 17: Connecting The Appliance

    Installation and connection en Note: Please read the information in Connecting the appliance the "Safety" → Page 4 and "Prevent- Connect your appliance to the power ing material damage" → Page 11 sec- supply, water inlet and water outlet. tions to ensure that you use the appli- ance safely.
  • Page 18: Aligning The Appliance

    en Installation and connection Screw the lock nuts tightly against Aligning the appliance the housing using a WAF 17 In order to reduce noise and vibra- wrench. tion and to prevent the appliance from moving, align the appliance cor- rectly. Note: Please read the information in the "Safety"...
  • Page 19: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarise yourself with the parts of your appliance. Familiarising yourself with your appliance 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 20: Detergent Drawer

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Detergent drawer Manual dosing compartment Below is an overview of the structure : Dispenser for fabric softener of the detergent drawer. : Dispenser for detergent Controls You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status.
  • Page 21: Display

    Display en Display Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Display Display Designation Description 0:40 Programme duration/ Approximate expected programme duration or pro- programme time re- gramme time remaining. maining 9 kg Recommended load The maximum load capacity for the selected pro- gramme in kg.
  • Page 22 en Display Display Designation Description – –  – – Rinse Hold Programme status End of programme Programme status Childproof lock ¡ Lights up: The childproof lock is activated. ¡ Flashes: The childproof lock is active and the pro- gramme selector has been adjusted. → "Deactivating the childproof lock", Page 40 Prewash Prewash is activated.
  • Page 23 Display en Display Designation Description ⁠ Voltage control system Flashes: The programme has been paused because of impermissible voltage drops. The voltage is permiss- ible again and the programme will continue. → "Error code / Fault display / Signal", Page 51 Note: The programme duration is extended. Door ¡...
  • Page 24: Buttons

    en Buttons Buttons Buttons Below is an overview of the buttons and their setting options. Buttons The selection of programme settings depends on the selected programme. You can see the selection options for each programme in the overview for → "Programmes", Page 26. Button Selection Description...
  • Page 25 Buttons en Button Selection Description ⁠   3 seg. (Child Lock ¡ Activate Activate or deactivate the childproof lock. 3 sec.) Disable the control panel to prevent unwanted or ¡ Deactivate accidental operation. If the childproof lock is activated and the appli- ance has been switched off, the childproof lock remains activated.
  • Page 26: Programmes

    en Programmes i-DOS    i-DOS    Prelav.  Centrif.  – –  – – (Rinse Hold) SpeedPerfect  Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 27 Programmes en i-DOS    i-DOS    Prelav.  Centrif.  – –  – – (Rinse Hold) SpeedPerfect  Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 28 en Programmes i-DOS    i-DOS    Prelav.  Centrif.  – –  – – (Rinse Hold) SpeedPerfect  Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 29 Programmes en i-DOS    i-DOS    Prelav.  Centrif.  – –  – – (Rinse Hold) SpeedPerfect  Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 30 en Programmes i-DOS    i-DOS    Prelav.  Centrif.  – –  – – (Rinse Hold) SpeedPerfect  Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 31 Programmes en i-DOS    i-DOS    Prelav.  Centrif.  – –  – – (Rinse Hold) SpeedPerfect  Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 32: Accessories

    en Accessories Accessories Accessories Only use original accessories. These have been made especially for your appli- Accessories ance. Here you can find an overview of your appliance's accessories and how to use them. Order number Water inlet hose extension Extend the water inlet hose for WMZ2381 cold water or AquaStop (approx.
  • Page 33: Laundry

    Laundry en Pour approx. 1 litre of water into Press Inicio/Pausa + Carga  the manual dosing compartment. (Start/Reload/Pause) to start the programme. a The display shows the remaining programme duration. a After the programme has ended, the display shows: End. Start the first wash cycle or set the programme selector to to switch off the appliance.
  • Page 34: Sorting Laundry

    en Laundry – Use a mesh laundry bag for To improve washing results and ▶ small items of laundry such as prevent discolouration, sort the children's socks laundry according to the following – Separate items of laundry and criteria before washing. shake them out –...
  • Page 35: Detergents And Care Products

    Detergents and care products en Symbol Washing process Recommended programme Not suitable for machine-washing – Tip: You can find more information The manufacturer's instructions for about care symbols at www.gine- use and dosage can be found on the tex.ch. packaging. Notes ¡ Only use liquid detergents that are Detergents and care products Detergents and care self-flowing...
  • Page 36: Detergent Dosage

    en Detergents and care products Detergent dosage Use the correct detergent dosage to ¡ Water hardness achieve optimal washing results and You can find out how hard your save resources. water is from your local water com- The detergent dosage depends on: pany or measure it yourself using ¡...
  • Page 37: Basic Operation

    Basic operation en Adjusting the programme set- Basic operation Basic operation tings You can find out everything you need Basic operation Depending on the programme and to know about operating your appli- programme progress, you can adjust ance here. or activate/deactivate the settings. Note: Overview of all programme set- Switching on the appliance tings:...
  • Page 38: Adding Detergent And Care Product

    en Basic operation a The display shows either the pro- Ensure that the drum is empty. gramme duration or the "Ready in" Separate the laundry and place it time. in the drum. a After the programme has ended, Note: Ensure that there is no laun- the display shows: End.
  • Page 39: Cancelling The Programme

    Basic operation en Close the door. Remove the laundry. Press Inicio/Pausa + Carga  Cancelling the programme Once the programme has started, you can cancel it at any time. Note: Please read the information in the "Safety" → Page 4 and "Prevent- ing material damage" → Page 11 sec- tions to ensure that you use the appli- ance safely.
  • Page 40: Childproof Lock

    en Childproof lock Filling the dispenser Childproof lock Childproof lock Note Secure your appliance against being Childproof lock In order to use intelligent dosing, fill the operated unintentionally using the dispenser. controls. ¡ Fill the dispenser only with suitable "detergent and care products" Activating the childproof lock → Page 35.
  • Page 41: Basic Dosage

    Intelligent dosing system en Note: To prevent the detergent from drying out or drying up, do not leave the dispenser lid open for a long period of time. Push in the detergent drawer. Adjust the "basic dosage" → Page 41. Basic dosage You can adjust the preset basic dosages for liquid detergent and fab- ric softener.
  • Page 42: Basic Settings

    en Basic settings Basic settings Basic settings You can configure the appliance to meet your needs. Basic settings Overview of the basic settings Below is an overview of the basic settings on your appliance. Basic setting Programme pos- Value Description ition End signal 0 (off) Set the volume of the signal at the end of...
  • Page 43: Changing The Basic Settings

    Cleaning and servicing en Changing the basic settings Remove all detergent Fresh deposits are residue, spray residue easier to remove Set the programme selector to po- or other residues im- without leaving any sition 1. mediately. residue. Keep the appliance This allows the resid- door and detergent ual water to dry, redu- drawer open after...
  • Page 44 en Cleaning and servicing Press down on the insert and re- Empty the detergent drawer. move the detergent drawer. ATTENTION! The pump unit con- Remove the pump unit. tains electrical components. Do not clean the pump unit in the ▶ dishwasher and do not immerse it in water.
  • Page 45: Descaling

    Cleaning and servicing en Clean the detergent drawer and Clean the inside of the detergent the lid with a soft, damp cloth or drawer housing. hand shower. Push in the detergent drawer. Dry the detergent drawer, lid and pump unit and reinsert them. Descaling If you add detergent correctly, you do not need to descale your appliance.
  • Page 46 en Cleaning and servicing Disconnect the appliance's mains Take the drain hose out of the plug from the power supply. holder. Open the maintenance flap. CAUTION - Risk of scalding! Remove the maintenance flap. When you wash at high temperat- ures, the detergent solution gets hot.
  • Page 47 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 Make sure that the impeller in the drain pump can be rotated. Note: Please read the information in the "Safety"...
  • Page 48: Cleaning The Water Outlet Hose At The Siphon

    en Cleaning and servicing 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 programme after you have emptied the drain pump.
  • Page 49 Cleaning and servicing en 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 "Prevent- ing material damage" → Page 11 sec- tions to ensure that you use the appli- ance safely.
  • Page 50 en Cleaning and servicing Use pliers to remove the filter. Clean the filter with a small brush. Reinsert the filter. Connect the hose and check for leaks.
  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting en Troubleshooting 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 52 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause Troubleshooting "E:36 / -10" If you dose manually, reduce the ▶ amount of detergent for the next washing cycle with the same load. Unapproved extension in- Remove any unapproved exten- ▶ stalled on the water drain sions from the water hose. Connect- hose.
  • Page 53: Malfunctions

    Troubleshooting en Fault Cause Troubleshooting lights up. The temperature is too high. Wait until the temperature has ▶ dropped. → "Cancelling the programme", ▶ Page 39 Water level is too high. Start the  programme. ▶ Laundry is caught in the Open the door again. door.
  • Page 54 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause Troubleshooting The programme does not Press Inicio/Pausa + Carga  start. start the programme. The detergent drawer has Push the detergent drawer in as far ▶ not been pushed in as far as as it will go. it can go. The pump for the intelligent Switch off the appliance.
  • Page 55 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause Troubleshooting → "Resuming the programme when The water is not draining. the programme status is Rinse Hold", Page 39 The water outlet hose is con- Install the water outlet hose at a ▶ nected too high. maximum height of 1 metre. → "Technical specifications", Page 65 Detergent dosage is too...
  • Page 56 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause Troubleshooting The programme duration The unbalanced load detec- Not a fault – no action required. ▶ changes during the wash tion system eliminates an im- Note: When loading, where possible, cycle. balance by repeatedly redis- place large and small items of laundry tributing the laundry.
  • Page 57: Noise

    Troubleshooting en Fault Cause Troubleshooting High spin speed not Unbalance load detection Redistribute the laundry in the ▶ reached. system is using a reduced drum. spin speed to eliminate an Note: Where possible, mix large and unbalance. small items in the drum. Different sized items of laundry distribute themselves better during the spin cycle.
  • Page 58: Problem With Results

    en Troubleshooting Fault Cause Troubleshooting Slurping, rhythmical suction The drain pump is active, the Not a fault – normal operating ▶ noise. detergent solution is noise. pumped out. Problem with results Fault Cause Troubleshooting Creasing. The spin speed is too high. The next time you run a wash cycle, ▶...
  • Page 59 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause Troubleshooting Detergent residue on the Unsuitable detergent added Check whether the detergent used damp washing. to the dispenser of the intelli- is suitable. → "Detergents and care products", gent dosing system. Page 35 Drain the dispenser. → "Cleaning the detergent drawer", Page 43 Clean the dispenser.
  • Page 60: Leakage

    en Troubleshooting Fault Cause Troubleshooting Insufficient cleaning. Unsuitable detergent added Check whether the detergent used to the dispenser of the intelli- is suitable. → "Detergents and care products", gent dosing system. Page 35 Drain the dispenser. → "Cleaning the detergent drawer", Page 43 Clean the dispenser. Refill the dispenser.
  • Page 61: Emergency Release

    Transportation, storage and disposal en Unplug the appliance's mains plug. Emergency release Drain the remaining detergent To remove the laundry in the event of solution. a power failure, for example, you can → "Cleaning the drain pump", manually release the door. Page 45 Detach the hoses.
  • Page 62: Using The Appliance Again

    en Transportation, storage and disposal Insert all screws into the four Pour approx. 1 litre of water into transit bolts and tighten slightly. the manual dosing compartment in the detergent drawer. Start the programme. a The unused detergent cannot flow straight into the outlet during the next wash.
  • Page 63: Customer Service

    Customer Service en Detailed information on the warranty Customer Service Customer Service period and terms of warranty in your country is available from our after- If you have any queries on use, are Customer Service sales service, your retailer or on our unable to rectify faults on the appli- website.
  • Page 64: Consumption Values

    en Consumption values Consumption values 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 indic- ative only and were determined in accordance with the applicable standard EN60456.
  • Page 65: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications en rating plate. Alternatively you can Technical specifications Technical specifications also find the model identifier in the first line of the EU energy label. Facts and figures for your appliance Technical specifications can be found here. Appliance height 85,0 cm Appliance width 59,8 cm Appliance depth...
  • Page 68 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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