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WAN28170GB
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User manual and assembly
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  • Page 1 Washing machine WAN28170GB [en] User manual and assembly instructions...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety ..........   4 Sorting laundry ....... 30 General information...... 4 Degrees of soiling ...... 30 Intended use........ 4 Care symbols on the care labels ... 30 Restriction on user group.... 5 Detergents and care products..   31 Safe installation ........ 5 Detergent recommendation ... 31 Safe use ........... 7 Detergent dosage ...... 32 Safe cleaning and maintenance.. 9...
  • Page 3 Cleaning the drain pump.... 40 Cleaning the water outlet hose at the siphon........ 42 Clean the water inlet filters..... 43 Troubleshooting......   45 Error code / Fault display / Sig- nal........... 45 Malfunctions ........ 46 Noise .......... 50 Problem with results....... 50 Leakage.......... 51 Odours.......... 52 Emergency release ...... 53 Transportation, storage and disposal .........
  • Page 4: Safety

    en Safety Safety Please read the safety information to ensure that you use the ap- pliance safely. General information You can find general information about this instruction manual here. ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. Only this will ensure you use the appliance safely and efficiently. ¡...
  • Page 5: Restriction On User Group

    Safety en Restriction on user group Avoid risks to children and vulnerable persons. This appliance may be used by children aged 8 or over and by people who have reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or inadequate experience and/or knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the appliance safely and have understood the resulting dangers.
  • Page 6 en Safety ¡ If the insulation of the power cord is damaged, this is danger- ous. ▶ Never let the power cord come into contact with hot appli- ance parts or heat sources. ▶ Never let the power cord come into contact with sharp points or edges.
  • Page 7: Safe Use

    Safety en CAUTION ‒ Risk of injury! ¡ The appliance may vibrate or move when in use. ▶ Place the appliance on a clean, even, solid surface. ▶ Align the appliance using the appliance feet and a spirit level. ¡ If hoses and power cords have been laid incorrectly, this causes a tripping hazard.
  • Page 8 en Safety ▶ Never expose the appliance to intense heat or humidity. ▶ Do not use steam- or high-pressure cleaners, hoses or sprays to clean the appliance. WARNING ‒ Risk of harm to health! Children can lock themselves in the appliance, thereby putting their lives at risk.
  • Page 9: Safe Cleaning And Maintenance

    Safety en ¡ The appliance may tip over if you sit on or lean against the open door. ▶ Do not sit on or lean against the appliance door. ▶ Do not place any objects on the appliance door. ¡ Reaching into the drum while it is still turning may cause hand injuries.
  • Page 10 en Safety ▶ Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance. ▶ 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.
  • 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 32 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! Energy saving mode Objects remaining in the drum that If you do not use the appliance for an are not designed for operation with extended period, it automatically the appliance may cause material switches to energy-saving mode. All damage and damage to the appli- displays go out and Start / Reload 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 Compartment II: ¡ Detergent for main wash Below is an overview of the structure ¡ Water softener of the detergent drawer. ¡ Bleach ¡ Stain remover Compartment ¡ Fabric softener ¡ Liquid starch ¡...
  • 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 "Ready in" time The programme end has been set and the remaining number of hours is displayed.
  • Page 22 en Display Display Designation Description 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 36 ⁠...
  • Page 23: Buttons

    Buttons en 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 24. Button Selection Description...
  • Page 24: Programmes

    en Programmes Prewash Spin – –– (Rinse Hold) Speed Perfect Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperat- ure (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 25 Programmes en Prewash Spin – –– (Rinse Hold) Speed Perfect Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperat- ure (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 26 en Programmes Prewash Spin – –– (Rinse Hold) Speed Perfect Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperat- ure (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 27 Programmes en Prewash Spin – –– (Rinse Hold) Speed Perfect Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperat- ure (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 28: 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 29: Laundry

    Laundry en 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 30: Sorting Laundry

    en Laundry – Close bed covers and cushion Sorting laundry covers Note: Please read the information in – Close all zips, Velcro fasteners, the "Safety" → Page 4 and "Prevent- hooks and eyes ing material damage" → Page 11 sec- – Tie cloth belts and apron strings tions to ensure that you use the appli- together or use a mesh laundry ance safely.
  • Page 31: Detergents And Care Products

    Detergents and care products en Symbol Washing process Recommended programme ⁠ Particularly gentle Delicates/Silk for washing by hand Hand wash Wool 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.
  • Page 32: Detergent Dosage

    en Detergents and care products Tip: Visit www.cleanright.eu to find further information on detergents, care products and cleaning agents for domestic use. Detergent dosage Use the correct detergent dosage to ¡ Water hardness achieve optimal washing results and You can find out how hard your save resources.
  • Page 33: 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 34: Using A Measuring Aid For Liquid Detergent

    en Basic operation Note: Ensure that there is no laun- Insert the detergent drawer. dry trapped in the door. Close the door. Using a measuring aid for li- quid detergent If you order the measuring aid as an accessory, you must use the measur- ing aid.
  • Page 35: Adjusting The "Ready In" Time Before The Programme Starts

    Basic operation en a The display shows either the pro- Close the door. gramme duration or the "Ready in" Press Start / Reload. time. a After the programme has ended, Cancelling the programme the display shows: "End". Once the programme has started, Adjusting the "Ready in"...
  • Page 36: Switching Off The Appliance

    en Childproof lock Remove the laundry. Childproof lock Childproof lock Secure your appliance against being Childproof lock operated unintentionally using the controls. Activating the childproof lock Press and hold the two ⁠ 3 sec. ▶ buttons for approx. 3 seconds. a The display shows ⁠...
  • Page 37: Basic Settings

    Basic settings en 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 38: Changing The Basic Settings

    en Cleaning and servicing 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 39: Descaling

    Cleaning and servicing en Press down on the insert and re- Fit the insert and lock it into place. move the detergent drawer. Cleaning the opening for the deter- Press out the insert upwards from gent drawer. below. Push in the detergent drawer. Clean the detergent drawer and in- sert with water and a brush, and Descaling...
  • Page 40: Cleaning The Drain Pump

    en Cleaning and servicing Slide a receptacle under the open- Cleaning the drain pump ing. Clean the drain pump in the event of faults, e.g. blockages or rattling noises. Emptying the drain pump Note: Please read the information in the "Safety" → Page 4 and "Prevent- ing material damage"...
  • Page 41 Cleaning and servicing en 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 "Prevent- hot. ing material damage" → Page 11 sec- Do not touch the hot detergent tions to ensure that you use the appli- ▶...
  • Page 42: Cleaning The Water Outlet Hose At The Siphon

    en Cleaning and servicing Insert the maintenance flap and Loosen the hose clamp and care- lock it into place. fully remove the water outlet hose. Residual water may leak out. Close the maintenance flap. Clean the water outlet hose and si- Before the next wash phon connecting piece.
  • Page 43: Clean The Water Inlet Filters

    Cleaning and servicing en Clean the filter with a small brush. Clean the water inlet filters. Clean the filter in the water inlet in the event of blockages or if the water pressure is too low. Emptying the water inlet hose Turn off the tap.
  • Page 44 en Cleaning and servicing Disconnect the hose from the rear Connect the hose and check for of the appliance. leaks. Use pliers to remove the filter. Clean the filter with a small brush. Reinsert the filter.
  • Page 45: 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 46: Malfunctions

    en Troubleshooting Fault Cause troubleshooting → "Cleaning the drain pump", "E:36 / -25 / -26" Drain pump is blocked. ▶ Page 40 ⁠ The water pressure is low. No remedial action possible. The filters in the water inflow "Clean the filters in the water in- ▶...
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause troubleshooting → "Deactivating the childproof The programme does not Childproof lock is activated. ▶ start. lock", Page 36 Finish in is activated. Check whether Finish in is activ- ▶ ated. → "Buttons", Page 23 Laundry is caught in the Open the door again. door.
  • Page 48 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause troubleshooting The water is not draining. The water outlet hose is con- Install the water outlet hose at a ▶ nected too high. maximum height of 1 metre. → "Technical specifications", Page 57 Detergent dosage is too Immediate measure: Mix one table- ▶...
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause troubleshooting The programme duration Foam detection system Not a fault – no action required. ▶ changes during the wash switches on a rinse cycle if cycle. foam build-up is too high. No water is visible in the Water is below the visible Not a fault –...
  • Page 50: Noise

    en Troubleshooting Fault Cause troubleshooting The spin programme does Drain pipe or water drain Ensure that the drain pipe and wa- ▶ not start. hose is caught or jammed. ter drain hose are not kinked or trapped. The unbalanced load detec- Redistribute the laundry in the ▶...
  • Page 51: Leakage

    Troubleshooting en Fault Cause troubleshooting Detergent or fabric softener Too much detergent/fabric When dosing liquid detergent and ▶ drips off the seal and col- softener in the detergent fabric softener, observe the mark- lects on the door or in the drawer. ing in the detergent drawer and do seal fold.
  • Page 52: Odours

    en Troubleshooting Fault Cause troubleshooting Water is leaking out at the The water outlet hose is Replace the damaged water outlet ▶ water outlet hose. damaged. hose. Water outlet hose is not con- Connect the water outlet hose cor- ▶ nected correctly. rectly.
  • Page 53: 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 40 Detach the hoses.
  • Page 54: 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. 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 55: 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 56: 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 indicat- ive only and were determined in accordance with the applicable standard EN60456.
  • Page 57 Technical specifications en Water pressure ¡ Minimum: 100 kPa (1 bar) ¡ Maximum: 1000 kPa (10 bar) Length of the water in- 150 cm let hose Length of the water 150 cm outlet hose Length of the power 210 cm cord Max. draining height 100 cm Minimum draining 60 cm height Depending on the appliance specifications More information about your model...
  • Page 60 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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