Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Washer dryer
WDU8H541GB
[en]
User manual and installation
instructions

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for Bosch WDU8H541GB/01

  • Page 1 Washer dryer WDU8H541GB [en] User manual and installation instructions...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Further information and explanations are available online: Table of contents 1 Safety ...........  4 8 Buttons ........  22 1.1 General information.... 4 9 Dryness level......  25 1.2 Intended use...... 4 9.1 Changing the dryness level.. 25 1.3 Restriction on user group.. 4 1.4 Safe installation ...... 5 10 Programmes ......  26 1.5 Safe use ........
  • Page 3 15 Childproof lock......  34 23 Technical data ......  56 15.1 Activating the childproof 24 Declaration of Conformity ..  56 lock ........ 34 15.2 Deactivating the childproof lock ........ 34 16 Home Connect ......  34 16.1 Setting up the Home Con- nect app ........  35 16.2 Setting up Home Connect.. 35 16.3 Activating Wi-Fi on the ap- pliance ........
  • 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 WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect 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: Safe Use

    en Safety ▶ If the power cord is too short and a longer one is not available, please contact an electrician to have the domestic installation adapted. WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! The high weight of the appliance may result in injury when lifted. ▶...
  • Page 7 Safety en ▶ If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, immediately un- plug the power cord or switch off the fuse in the fuse box and turn off the water tap. ▶ Call customer services. → Page 53 An ingress of moisture can cause an electric shock. ▶...
  • Page 8 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of explosion! Highly flammable objects such as lighters or matches may ignite during the drying process. ▶ Remove all highly flammable objects from any pockets in your laundry before the drying process. Unwashed laundry that has come into contact with solvents, oil, wax, wax remover, paint, grease or stain remover may ignite when drying is in progress.
  • Page 9: Safe Cleaning And Maintenance

    Safety en CAUTION ‒ Risk of scalding! When you wash at high temperatures, the detergent solution gets hot. ▶ Do not touch the hot detergent solution. CAUTION ‒ Risk of chemical burns! If the detergent drawer is opened, detergent and care products may spray out from the appliance. Contact with eyes or skin may cause irritation.
  • Page 10: Preventing Material Damage

    en Preventing material damage Make sure that the valve housing ▶ 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. ATTENTION! Ensure that the inner diameter of ▶...
  • Page 11: Environmental Protection And Saving Energy

    Environmental protection and saving energy en Do not use cleaning products with Reduce the washing temperature for ▶ a high alcohol content. lightly and normally soiled laundry. Do not use hard scouring pads or ▶ a At lower temperatures, the appli- cleaning sponges.
  • Page 12: Installation And Connection

    en Installation and connection Replace the accessories in ques- ▶ 4 Installation and con- tion before operating the appli- ance. nection → "Accessories", Page 30 Note: The appliance has been tested 4.1 Unpacking the appliance at the factory to check it is in working order. As a result, water stains may ATTENTION! remain in the appliance.
  • Page 13 Installation and connection en If the appliance is tilted at an angle 4.4 Removing the transit greater than 40°, residual water may bolts leak out of the appliance and cause material damage. The appliance is secured for trans- Tilt the appliance carefully. portation using transit bolts on the ▶...
  • Page 14: Connecting The Appliance

    en Installation and connection Remove the power cable from the Push the 4 cover caps downwards. holder. Note: To install the transport locks to Remove the 4 sleeves. transport the appliance, perform these steps again in the reverse or- der. 4.5 Connecting the appliance Connecting the water inlet hose WARNING Risk of electric shock!
  • Page 15: Aligning The Appliance

    Installation and connection en Insert the mains plug of the appli- Water outlet connection types ance's power cable in a socket This information is intended to help nearby. you to connect this appliance to the The connection details of the appli- water outlet.
  • Page 16 en Installation and connection Use a WAF 17 wrench to tighten the lock nuts against the housing until they are hand-tight. In doing so, hold the foot tight and do not adjust its height.
  • Page 17: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en 5 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. Maintenance flap for the drain Water inlet hose → Page 14 pump → Page 39 Door...
  • Page 18: Control Panel

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Measuring aid for liquid deter- gent → "Inserting the measuring aid for liquid detergent", Page 32 Dispenser II: detergent for the main wash Compartment : Fabric softener Compartment I: Detergent for prewash 5.3 Control panel You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status.
  • Page 19: Before Using For The First Time

    first time en tivate the activated settings by re- Add washing powder that contains peatedly pressing on the relevant a bleaching agent to compart- buttons on the display. ment II. ATTENTION! Pressing on the display with force may cause damage. Do not apply heavy pressure on ▶...
  • Page 20: Display

    en Display 7 Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Example: Display Display Designation Description 0:40 Programme dura- Expected programme duration or pro- tion/programme gramme time remaining in hours and time remaining minutes. ⁠   8h Programme end → "Buttons", Page 22 time Recommended...
  • Page 21 Display en Display Designation Description ⁠ Wi-Fi ¡ Lights up: The appliance is connected to your home network. ¡ Flashes: The appliance is trying to con- nect to your home network. → "Home Connect ", Page 34 ⁠ Energy manager The appliance is connected to the smart energy system (energy manager).
  • Page 22: Buttons

    en Buttons 8 Buttons The selection of programme settings depends on the programme that is set. Button Selection Description ⁠ (mains ¡ Switch on Switch the appliance on or off. switch) ¡ Switch off ⁠   - 90° ⁠ - 90 Adjust the temperature. (Temperature) Set temperature in °C.
  • Page 23 Buttons en Button Selection Description ⁠ ¡ Activate Activate or deactivate the reduced (Easy Iron) creasing programme. ¡ Deactivate In order to reduce creasing in the laundry, the spin cycle and the spin speed are adapted. Note: The laundry has a higher resid- ual moisture after washing.
  • Page 24 en Buttons Button Selection Description ⁠ ¡ Activate The dryness level defines how damp (Cupboard or dry the laundry is after the pro- ¡ Deactivate dry) gramme ends. ⁠ ¡ Activate The dryness level defines how damp (Cupboard or dry the laundry is after the pro- ¡...
  • Page 25: Dryness Level

    Dryness level en 9 Dryness level In some programmes, a dryness level is predefined. The dryness level defines how dry or damp your laundry is after the programme ends. Dryness level Laundry Drying result ⁠ Multi-layered, thick laundry The laundry is dry. that does not dry readily.
  • Page 26: Programmes

    en Programmes 10 Programmes Note: The laundry's care labels provide you with additional information on pro- gramme selection. Programme Description Max. Max. load load (kg) (kg) Wash Dry- Cottons Wash hard-wearing items made from cotton, 10.0 linen or blended fabrics. Also suitable as a short programme for nor- mally soiled laundry when you activate Speed .
  • Page 27 Programmes en Programme Description Max. Max. load load (kg) (kg) Wash Dry- ¡ Max. 1400 rpm Mixed Load Wash items made from cotton, linen, or syn- thetic or blended fabrics. Suitable for lightly soiled laundry. Programme setting: ¡ Max. 60 °C ¡...
  • Page 28 en Programmes Programme Description Max. Max. load load (kg) (kg) Wash Dry- App Programs Select additional programmes directly via the – – Home Connect app. A description of the programmes can be found in the Home Connect app. Note: Your appliance must be connected to your home network and registered in your Home Connect app.
  • Page 29 Programmes en Programme Description Max. Max. load load (kg) (kg) Wash Dry- Notes ¡ The laundry is not dried or washed. ¡ If you use the Iron Assist  programme of- ten without washing in between, this may cause odours in the appliance. My Time Wash items made from cotton, linen, or syn- thetic or blended fabrics.
  • Page 30: Preparing The Laundry

    en Accessories 11 Accessories Use original accessories. These have been made especially for your appliance. Order number Water inlet hose exten- Extend the water inlet WMZ2381 sion hose for cold water or AquaStop (approx. 2.50 Fixing brackets Improves the stability of WMZ2200 the appliance.
  • Page 31: Basic Operation

    operation en ¡ Do not mix detergent and fabric Adjust the programme settings. ▶ softener → "Buttons", Page 22 ¡ Do not use products that have ex- Observe the information about op- pired or are highly congealed erating logic → Page 18. ¡ do not use products containing Note: The programme settings are solvents, caustic agents or volatile not saved permanently for the pro-...
  • Page 32: Inserting The Measuring Aid For Liquid Detergent

    en operation Slide the measuring aid forwards. 14.6 Inserting the measuring aid for liquid detergent If you order the measuring aid as an accessory, you must use the measur- ing aid. Pull out the detergent drawer. Press down on the insert and re- move the detergent drawer.
  • Page 33: Starting The Programme

    operation en During the drying cycle, the appli- 14.9 Starting the programme ance checks whether it is possible Requirement: A programme is set. to add laundry. → "Setting a programme", Page 31 Note: If you want to add laundry, Press ⁠ . follow the instructions on the dis- play.
  • Page 34: Switching Off The Appli- Ance

    en Childproof lock Remove the laundry from the 15.2 Deactivating the child- drum. proof lock 14.15 Switching off the appli- Requirement: To deactivate the childproof lock, the appliance must ance be switched on. Press ⁠ . Press and hold ⁠   (3s) for approx. ▶...
  • Page 35: Home Connect

    Home Connect en 16.1 Setting up the 16.3 Activating Wi-Fi on the Home Connect app appliance Install the Home Connect app on Note: When Wi-Fi is activated, the en- your mobile device. ergy consumption increases in com- parison to the values specified in the consumption value table. Press and hold ⁠...
  • Page 36: Remote Start

    en Home Connect Press ⁠ . appliance will transmit the following types of data to the Home Connect a The display shows "YES" . server (initial registration): Press ⁠ . ¡ Unique appliance identification a The network settings are reset. (consisting of appliance codes as a If End is shown on the display, the well as the MAC address of the network settings are reset.
  • Page 37: Basic Settings

    Basic settings en 17 Basic settings You can configure the basic settings for your appliance to meet your needs. 17.1 Overview of the basic settings Basic setting Programme Value Description position End signal 0 (off) Set the volume of the signal at the 1 (quiet) end of the programme.
  • Page 38: Changing The Basic Set- Tings

    en Cleaning and servicing 17.2 Changing the basic set- 18.2 Cleaning the detergent tings drawer To call up the basic settings, press Pull out the detergent drawer. ⁠ . Press down on the insert and re- move the detergent drawer. a The display shows the selected ba- sic setting and the current value.
  • Page 39: Cleaning The Drain Pump

    Cleaning and servicing en Fit the insert and click it into place. Open and remove the service flap. Clean the opening for the deter- Slide a sufficiently large container gent drawer. under the opening. Push in the detergent drawer. Take the drain hose out of the holder.
  • Page 40 en Cleaning and servicing Cleaning the drain pump CAUTION - Risk of scalding! When you wash at high temperat- Requirement: The drain pump is ures, the detergent solution gets empty. → Page 39 hot. Since water may remain in the Do not touch the hot detergent ▶...
  • Page 41 Cleaning and servicing en Screw the pump cap as far as it Insert and close the service flap. will go. The handle on the pump cap must be in a vertical position.
  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    en Troubleshooting 19 Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot- 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 43 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting "E:30 / -80" 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). Reduce the amount of detergent for the next wash- ▶...
  • Page 44 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting ⁠ 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). Reduce the amount of detergent for the next wash- ▶...
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The appliance is not The circuit breaker in the fuse box has tripped. working. Check the circuit breaker in the fuse box. ▶ There has been a power cut. Check whether the lighting in your kitchen or other ▶...
  • Page 46 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The water is not drain- Immediate measure: Mix one tablespoon of fabric ▶ ing. 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). Reduce the amount of detergent for the next wash- ▶...
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Vibrations and move- Appliance is not correctly aligned. ment of the appliance → "Aligning the appliance", Page 15 ▶ whilst spinning. The appliance feet are not fixed. Secure the appliance feet. ▶ → "Aligning the appliance", Page 15 Transit bolts have not been removed. → "Removing the transit bolts", Page 13.
  • Page 48 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The spin programme Note: Where possible, mix large and small items in does not start. the drum. Different sized items of laundry distribute themselves better during the spin cycle. Start the Spin  programme. ▶ Water is leaking out at Water inlet hose is not correctly/securely connected.
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The spin result is not Start the Spin  programme. ▶ satisfactory. The laun- dry is too wet/too damp. Detergent residue on Detergents may contain water-insoluble substances the damp washing. that deposit on the laundry. Start the Rinse  programme. ▶...
  • Page 50 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Drum jerks after the This is caused by an internal motor test. programme starts. Not a fault – no action required. ▶ Detergent or fabric Too much detergent/fabric softener in the detergent softener drips off the drawer.
  • Page 51 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The laundry is too Always select the highest possible spin speed for ▶ damp. the washing programme in question. Thick and multi-layered fabrics require a longer drying time. Set a timed programme for the subsequent drying. ▶...
  • Page 52: Emergency Release

    en Transportation, storage and disposal 19.1 Emergency release 20.2 Inserting the transit bolts Releasing the door Secure the appliance before trans- Requirement: The drain pump is portation using transit bolts in order empty. → Page 39 to prevent transport damage. ATTENTION! Escaping water may Use a screwdriver to remove the 4 cause material damage.
  • Page 53: Disposing Of Old Appliance

    Customer Service en 20.4 Disposing of old appli- 21 Customer Service ance Function-relevant genuine spare parts Valuable raw materials can be re- according to the corresponding Eco- used by recycling. design Order can be obtained from Customer Service for a period of at WARNING least 10 years from the date on Risk of harm to health!
  • Page 54: Aqua-Stop Guarantee

    en Customer Service 21.2 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. ¡ If our Aqua-Stop system is defect- ive and causes water damage, we will make good the damage for private users.
  • Page 55: Consumption Values

    Consumption values en 22 Consumption values The following information is provided in accordance with the EU Ecodesign Regulation. The values specified for programmes other than Eco 40-60 are only given as a guide and were determined in accordance with the applicable standards EN60456 and EN62512. Programme Load Pro-...
  • Page 56 ¡ Networked standby mode A detailed RED Declaration of Con- (Wi-Fi): 2.00 W formity can be found online at Water pressure ¡ Minimum: www.bosch-home.com among the 100 kPa additional documents on the product (1 bar) page for your appliance. ¡ Maximum: 1000 kPa (10 bar) Length of the wa- 150 cm...
  • Page 57 Max. 100 mW requirements. 5 GHz band (5150–5350 MHz + A detailed Declaration of Conformity 5470–5725 MHz): Max. 100 mW can be found online at www.bosch- home.co.uk among the additional documents on the product page for your appliance. UK (NI) 5 GHz WLAN (Wi-Fi): For indoor use only.
  • 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.

This manual is also suitable for:

Wdu8h541gbWdu8h541gb/02Wdu8h541gb/03

Table of Contents