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- Page 1 Washing machine WGB246AXUC [en-us] User manual and installation instructions...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
en-us Further information and explanations are available online: Table of contents 1 Safety ................. 4 13.6 Starting the program.......... 25 1.1 Safety definitions............ 4 13.7 Soaking laundry ........... .. 25 1.2 General information........... 4 13.8 Adding laundry ............ 26 1.3 Intended use ............. - Page 3 en-us 22 Technical specifications........ 44...
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Page 4: Safety Definitions
en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all of the instructions carefully before using the WARNING appliance. In order to reduce the risk of fire, electric This indicates that death or serious injuries may occur as shocks and personal injuries when using the appliance, a result of non-observance of this warning. -
Page 5: Safe Use
en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION When the appliance is installed, the power plug of the ▶ The appliance may vibrate or move when in use. power cord must be freely accessible. If free access is Place the appliance on a clean, even, solid surface. -
Page 6: Safe Cleaning And Maintenance
en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When spinning larger, waterproof items of laundry, CAUTION imbalances may arise and lead to injuries. If the detergent drawer is opened, detergent and care Do not wash and spin larger items of laundry, such as products may spray out from the appliance. -
Page 7: State Of California Proposition 65 Warnings
en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1.8 State of California Proposition 65 Warnings This product may contain a chemical known to the State of California, which can cause cancer or reproductive harm. Therefore, the packaging of your product may bear the following label as required by California:... -
Page 8: Preventing Material Damage
en-us Preventing material damage Unsuitable cleaning agents may damage the surfaces of Preventing material damage 2 Preventing material damage the appliance. Do not use strong or abrasive cleaning agents. Preventing material damage ▶ NOTICE: Do not use cleaning agents with a high alcohol content. ▶... -
Page 9: Energy-Saving Mode
Installation and connection en-us ¡ Transit bolts The appliance comes with an AquaSensor. → "Removing the transit bolts", Page 10 a During the rinse cycle, the AquaSensor checks the ¡ Cover caps degree of turbidity of the rinsing water, and adjusts the ¡... -
Page 10: Removing The Transit Bolts
en-us Installation and connection Unscrew and remove all of the screws for the 4 Installation location Requirements transit bolts using a 13 mm wrench. Kitchen unit Only install the appliance underneath a continuous countertop that is securely connected to adjacent cabinets. Required niche width: 23.6 in. -
Page 11: Connecting The Appliance
Installation and connection en-us Put on the 4 cover caps. Connect the water inlet hose for hot water (red) and cold water (blue) to the faucet (26.4 mm = 3/4"). Push the 4 cover caps downwards. If there is no faucet for hot water, only connect the water inlet hose for cold water. -
Page 12: Aligning The Appliance
en-us Before using for the first time To align the appliance, turn the appliance feet. Check Plastic pipe with rubber Fix and secure the water that the appliance is level using a spirit level. sleeve or gully outlet hose with an elbow. Connecting the appliance to the electricity supply Note: Your electrical domestic installation for this appliance must comply with the local legal provisions and... - Page 13 Before using for the first time en-us Add washing powder containing oxygen bleach to the manual dosing compartment. To prevent foaming, use only half of the amount of detergent recommended by the detergent manufacturer for light soiling. Do not use detergent suitable for woolens or delicates.
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Page 14: Appliance
en-us Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Familiarizing yourself with your appliance 6 Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Familiarizing yourself with your appliance 6.1 Appliance Here you can find an overview of the parts of your appliance. On certain models, specific details such as the color and shape may differ from those pictured. Maintenance flap for the drain pump → ... -
Page 15: Control Panel
Familiarizing yourself with your appliance en-us Manual dosing compartment → "Using the manual dosing compartment", Page 27 : Dispenser for fabric softener or liquid detergent → "Intelligent dosing system", Page 26 : Dispenser for liquid detergent → "Intelligent dosing system", Page 26 6.3 Control panel You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status. - Page 16 en-us Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Displaying or hiding additional buttons Some buttons are hidden for a reduced display. If you display these additional buttons on the display, you can activate or deactivate the corresponding settings. To display the additional buttons, briefly press More. a The display shows all additional buttons.
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Page 17: Display
Display en-us Display 7 Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Display Note: Additional functions may be available as a result of software updates. If a software update is available, you can find further information in the Home Connect® app. Example: Display Display Description... - Page 18 en-us Display Display Description ¡ Lights up: The appliance is connected to your home network via Wi-Fi. ¡ Flashes: The appliance is trying to connect to your home network via Wi-Fi. → "Home Connect® ", Page 27 The appliance is connected to the smart energy system (energy manager). ...
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Page 19: Buttons
Buttons en-us Buttons 8 Buttons Some buttons are hidden for a reduced display. You can Buttons Note: Additional functions may be available as a result of display these additional buttons on the display. software updates. → "Displaying or hiding additional buttons", Page 16 If a software update is available, you can find further The selection of program settings depends on the program information in the Home Connect®... - Page 20 en-us Buttons Button Selection More information More ¡ Displaying or hiding ¡ If you briefly press the button, you can display or hide additional buttons additional buttons. → "Displaying or hiding additional buttons", Page 16 Mini Load ¡ Activate Wash small loads of delicate or hard-wearing fabrics. ¡...
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Page 21: Programs
Programs en-us Programs 9 Programs Programs Notes ¡ The laundry's care labels provide you with additional information on program selection. ¡ For programs with a temperature setting of 80 °C or 90 °C, the actual temperature may deviate from the specified temperature. The washing effect and hygiene expected at the specified temperatures is nevertheless achieved. ¡... - Page 22 en-us Programs Program Description Max. load Delicates Wash delicate, washable items made from silk, viscose and synthetics. small 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.
- Page 23 Programs en-us Program Description Max. load Jeans Wash dark-colored and color-intense items made from cotton or permanent medium press fabric, e.g. jeans. Turn laundry inside-out before washing. Use liquid detergent. Program setting: ¡ Max. temperature: Hot ¡ Max. spin speed: High Drum Clean Clean and care for the drum.
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Page 24: Accessories
en-us Accessories Accessories 10 Accessories Only use original accessories. These are designed Accessories especially for your appliance. Note: Some accessories are available in other colors. Contact → "Customer Service", Page 44 . Order number Water inlet hose extension Extend the water inlet hose for cold water or Aquastop (approx. WMZ2381 2.50 m / 98,4 in). -
Page 25: Changing The Program Settings
Basic Operation en-us Press the required program. 13.4 Saving the program settings → "Programs", Page 21 You can save your individual program settings as favorites. Requirements ¡ A program has been set. → "Setting a program", Page 24 ¡ The program settings have been adjusted. → ... -
Page 26: Adding Laundry
en-us Control panel lock Press after the required soaking time. Control panel lock 14 Control panel lock 13.8 Adding laundry Secure your appliance against being operated Control panel lock unintentionally using the controls. After the program starts, you can remove or add laundry depending on the program status. -
Page 27: Using The Manual Dosing Compartment
Home Connect® en-us Open the lid. 15.3 Adapting the / dispenser / dispenser can dose fabric softener or liquid detergent . When it leaves the factory, the dispenser is set for fabric softener. If you want to automatically dose a second liquid detergent, adapt the dispenser. -
Page 28: Home Connect
en-us Home Connect® Notes 16.5 Deactivating Wi-Fi on the appliance ¡ Also note the safety information in this instruction manual and ensure that it is also observed when Requirements operating the appliance using the Home Connect® app. ¡ The Home Connect® menu is called up. → Page 28 → ... -
Page 29: Data Protection
Basic settings en-us Set the volume of the signal tone that is emitted 16.9 Data Protection when the buttons are selected: Please see the information on data protection. 0 (off) to 4 (very loud) The first time your appliance is registered on a home Set the display brightness: network connected to the Internet, your appliance will 1 (low) to 4 (very high) - Page 30 en-us Cleaning and maintenance Protect the electrical connection on the rear against Empty the detergent drawer. ▶ water, detergent and fabric softener residue. Put the appliance into standby mode. → "Put the appliance into standby mode", Page 26 Pull out the detergent drawer. Press down on the insert and remove the detergent drawer.
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Page 31: Cleaning The Drain Pump
Cleaning and maintenance en-us Disconnect the appliance's mains plug from the power supply. Open and remove the service flap. Loosen the screws and remove the protective film. Clean the housing of the detergent drawer in the appliance. Push in the detergent drawer. 18.3 Cleaning the drain pump Clean the drain pump regularly, at least once a year, as well as in the event of faults, e.g. - Page 32 en-us Cleaning and maintenance Slide a sufficiently large container under the opening. Firmly press on the sealing cap. Take the drain hose out of the holder. Clip the drain hose into the holder. CAUTION When you wash at high temperatures, Cleaning the drain pump the detergent solution becomes hot.
- Page 33 Cleaning and maintenance en-us Clean the interior, the thread on the pump cap and the Screw the pump cap as far as it will go. pump housing. The handle on the pump cap must be in a vertical position. Ensure that both impellers can turn. Fit the protective film and secure with the screws.
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Page 34: Cleaning The Inlet Opening In The Rubber Gasket
en-us Cleaning and maintenance Insert and close the service flap. 18.4 Cleaning the inlet opening in the rubber gasket Regularly check the inlet opening in the rubber gasket for any blockages and clean the inlet opening. Open the appliance door. Remove any blockages from the inlet opening. Note: Do not use any sharp or pointed objects. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting en-us Troubleshooting 19 Troubleshooting You can eliminate minor issues on your appliance Do not tamper with controls. Troubleshooting ▶ yourself. Please read the information on eliminating issues Repairs to the appliance should only be performed by ▶ before contacting Customer Service. This may avoid authorized service providers. - Page 36 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting "E:10 / -00 / -10 / -20" The pump for the intelligent dosing system is blocked. Put the appliance into standby mode. Clean the pump unit. → "Cleaning the detergent drawer", Page 29 Switch on the appliance. If the display appears again after cleaning the pump unit, or the program cannot be started, call customer service.
- Page 37 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Insert the pump unit into the detergent drawer. → "Cleaning the detergent drawer", Page 29 Push in the detergent drawer until the symbol goes out. Detergent dosage is too high. Immediate measure: Mix one tablespoon of fabric softener with 0.5 US quarts ▶...
- Page 38 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting The program does not start. The detergent drawer has not been pushed in fully. Push in the detergent drawer until the symbol goes out. ▶ The pump for the intelligent dosing system is blocked. Put the appliance into standby mode. Clean the pump unit.
- Page 39 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Water is not flowing in. Detergent Clean the filters in the water inflow. ▶ is not being dispensed. Faucet is turned off. Turn on the faucet. ▶ The water inlet hose is kinked or jammed. Ensure that the water inlet hose is not kinked or jammed.
- Page 40 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting High spin speed not reached. A low spin speed is selected. The next time you run a wash cycle, set a higher spin speed. ▶ Unbalance load detection system is using a reduced spin speed to eliminate an unbalance.
- Page 41 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting The spin result is not satisfactory. Drain pipe or water outlet hose is kinked or trapped. The laundry is too wet/too damp. Ensure that the drain pipe and water outlet hose are not kinked or trapped. ▶...
- Page 42 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Insufficient cleaning. Unsuitable detergent added to the dispenser of the intelligent dosing system. Check whether the detergent used is suitable. → "Detergents and care products", Page 24 Drain the dispenser. → "Cleaning the detergent drawer", Page 29 Clean the dispenser.
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Page 43: Transportation, Storage And Disposal
Transportation, storage and disposal en-us NOTICE: Escaping water may cause material damage. 20.2 Inserting the transit bolts Do not open the door if you can see water through ▶ the glass. Secure the appliance before transportation using transit bolts in order to prevent transport damage. Pull the emergency release downwards with a tool and Use a screwdriver to remove the 4 cover caps. -
Page 44: Customer Service
Warranty, from your retailer, or on our website. If you contact Customer Service, you will need the model number (E-Nr.), the production number (FD) and the consecutive numbering (Z-Nr.) of your appliance. USA: 1-800-944-2904 www.bosch-home.com/us/owner-support/get-support www.bosch-home.com/us/shop 1-800-944-2904 www.bosch-home.ca/en/service/get-support www.bosch-home.ca/en/service/cleaners-and-accessories For assistance with connecting to Home Connect®, you can also view instructions here: www.home-connect.com/us/en/help-support/set-up... - Page 48 • Discounts for filters, cleaners, accessories & parts • Easy access to manuals & appliance specifications • Easy access to part lists • Customized offer for the Bosch Appliance Service Plan (sent by mail after appliance registration) Register here: www.bosch-home.com/us/owner-support/mybosch Looking for help? You'll find it here.
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