Page 1
Washing machine [en] User manual and installation in- structions W544BX2GB...
Page 2
Further information and explanations are available online: Table of contents 1 Safety ........... 4 8 Buttons ........ 27 1.1 General information.... 4 9 Programmes ...... 28 1.2 Intended use...... 4 1.3 Restriction on user group.. 4 10 Accessories...... 32 1.4 Safe installation ...... 5 11 Laundry........ 32 1.5 Safe use ........
Page 3
14 Childproof lock...... 36 14.1 Activating the childproof lock ........ 36 14.2 Deactivating the childproof lock ........ 36 15 Basic settings...... 37 15.1 Overview of the basic set- tings........ 37 15.2 Changing the basic set- tings........ 37 16 Cleaning and servicing ... 37 16.1 Cleaning the drum....
Page 4
en 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
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
en WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! The heavy 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
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 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 flammable cleaning agents that contain solvents may cause an explosion in the appliance.
Page 9
en 1.6 Safe cleaning and maintenance WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Improper repairs are dangerous. ▶ Never make any technical modifications to the appliance or its features. ▶ Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff. ▶ Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance. ▶...
Page 10
en Make sure that the length of the ▶ Preventing material damage 2 Preventing material thread on the connection to the water tap is at least 10 mm. damage If the water pressure is too high or too low, the appliance may not be Preventing material damage ATTENTION! able to operate properly.
Page 11
en Remove all detergent residue, ▶ Installation and connection 4 Installation and con- spray residue or other residues im- mediately if they come into contact nection with the appliance. Installation and connection 4.1 Unpacking the appliance Environmental protection and saving energy 3 Environmental protec- ATTENTION! tion and saving energy Objects remaining in the drum that...
Page 12
en Replace the accessories in ques- ATTENTION! ▶ tion before operating the appli- If residual water in the appliance ance. freezes, this may cause damage to → "Accessories", Page 32 the appliance. Do not install or operate this appli- ▶ Note: The appliance has undergone ance anywhere that is liable to ex- a function test at the factory.
Page 13
en Remove the hose and the Installation loca- Requirements power cord from the holders. tion Kitchen unit Only install the appliance under- neath a continu- ous worktop that is securely con- nected to adja- cent cabinets. Required niche width: 60 cm. Note: The use of sliding plates → "Accessories",...
Page 14
en ¡ If four cover caps are included 4.6 Installing the appliance in the scope of delivery, insert Preparing the appliance the cover caps in the four open- To make it easier to slide in the ings for the transit bolts. appliance, turn in the appliance's rear feet until the appliance is on the runners.
Page 15
en Slide the appliance in and, at the Align the appliance using a spirit same time, pull through the power level. cord, water inlet and water outlet hose. Connect the water inlet hose. → Page 19 Connect the water outlet hose. → Page 20 Unscrew the rear appliance feet.
Page 16
en Mark on the top edge of the appli- ance at the right-hand stop Using the mark for the top edge of the appliance on the inside of the door as a basis, mark the drill holes as follows. Mark for the holes at the right-hand stop At the previously marked points, use a Forstner 35 mm drill to drill...
Page 17
en Insert the hinges into the holes Slide in the covering rail and screw them in. screw it in . Put the magnetic catches on the appliance. Screw on the counter plates for the magnetic catches. Insert the hinges into the appliance ...
Page 18
en Vertically aligning the cabinet door Installing the base panel ▶ Insert the spacers for the base panel. Measure dimension Z and dimen- sion Y. Horizontally aligning the cabinet door ▶...
Page 19
en Screw the spacers in as per the di- Connect the appliance to the mensions. power supply → "Connecting the appliance to the electricity supply", Page 20. 4.7 Connecting the appliance Connecting the water inlet hose WARNING Note: When inserting the base Risk of electric shock! panel, ensure that, if the base The appliance contains live parts.
Page 20
en Connect the water inlet hose to a Sink Fix and secure tap (26.4 mm = 3/4"). the water outlet hose with an el- bow. → "Accessories", Page 32 Plastic pipe with Fix and secure rubber sleeve or the water outlet gully hose with an el- bow.
Page 21
en Add washing powder containing Before using for the first time 5 Before using for the oxygen bleach to compartment II. first time Prepare the appliance for use. Before using for the first time 5.1 Starting an empty wash- ing cycle Your appliance was inspected thor- oughly before leaving the factory.
Page 22
en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 6 Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarising yourself with your appliance 6.1 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 23
en 6.2 Detergent drawer Dosing aid for liquid deter- gent → Page 34 Note: Observe the manufacturer's in- Compartment II: Detergent for structions on the use and dosage of the main wash the detergent and care product and the information in the programme de- Compartment : Fabric scriptions.
Page 25
en Display 7 Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Display Depending on the programme status, the display shows some information in area, e.g. . Example: Display Display Description 0:40 Expected programme duration or programme time re- maining in hours and minutes.
Page 26
en Display Description ¡ Lights up: The childproof lock is activated. ¡ Flashes: The childproof lock is activated and the appli- ance has been operated. → "Deactivating the childproof lock", Page 36 Shortened programme duration is activated. → "Buttons", Page 27 Flashes: Drum cleaning is required. Run the Drum Clean programme for cleaning and caring for the drum and the outer tub.
Page 27
en Buttons 8 Buttons The selection of programme settings depends on the programme that is set. Buttons Button Selection More information Start / Reload ¡ Start Start, cancel or pause the pro- gramme. ¡ Cancel ¡ Pause Speed Perfect ¡ Activate Activate or deactivate a shorter pro- gramme duration.
Page 28
en Programmes 9 Programmes Programmes Notes ¡ The laundry's care labels provide you with additional information about pro- gramme selection. → "Care symbols on the care labels", Page 33 ¡ The programme's temperature setting guarantees that the recommended temperature on the care label is not exceeded. The temperature that is reached in the appliance may differ from the set temperature.
Page 29
en Programme Description Max. load (kg) The washing process is adapted to the type of stain. Tip: Do not let stains dry on before washing. Remove any solid residue before washing. Programme setting: ¡ Max. 60 °C ¡ Max. 1200 rpm Mixed Load Wash items made from cotton, linen or synthetic fabrics.
Page 30
en Programme Description Max. load (kg) Rinse Rinse and then spin the laundry, and drain the wa- – ter. Programme setting: Max. 1400 rpm Spin / Drain Spin the laundry and drain the water. – If you only want to drain the water, activate 0. The laundry is not spun.
Page 31
en Programme Description Max. load (kg) Programme setting: ¡ Max. 40 °C ¡ Max. 1200 rpm Speed Perfect activated Washing not possible...
Page 32
en Accessories 10 Accessories Use original accessories. These have been made especially for your appliance. Accessories Order num- Water inlet hose ex- Extend the water inlet hose for cold water WZ10131 tension or AquaStop (approx. 2.50 m). Water outlet hose Extend the water outlet hose (2.20 m). 11057910 extension Fixing brackets...
Page 33
en 11.2 Care symbols on the Basic operation 13 Basic operation care labels Basic operation Washing care symbols 13.1 Switching on the appli- ance Symbol Recommended pro- gramme Requirement: The appliance has Cottons (normal) been correctly installed and connec- ted. → Page 11 ...
Page 34
en Open the door. Press down on the insert and re- move the detergent drawer. 13.4 Loading laundry Insert the measuring aid. Note: To prevent creasing, note the maximum load for the programmes. → "Programmes", Page 28 Requirements ¡ The laundry is prepared and sor- ted.
Page 35
en Slide the measuring aid forwards. a The drum rotates and load detec- tion takes place. This can take up to 2 minutes, after which water enters the drum. a The display shows the programme duration or the programme end time.
Page 36
en Cleaning the rubber gasket. 13.11 Cancelling the pro- → Page 41 gramme Note: Leave the appliance door and Press Start / Reload . the detergent drawer open to dry. Open the door. → Page 33 The appliance door remains locked for safety reasons if the Childproof lock 14 Childproof lock temperature and water levels are high.
Page 37
en Press Start / Reload and, at the Basic settings 15 Basic settings same time, turn the programme selector to position 2. You can configure the basic settings Basic settings a The display shows the current for your appliance to meet your value. needs.
Page 38
en bleach or a cleaning agent for Clean the detergent drawer and in- caring for the inside of the appli- sert with water and a brush, and ance. 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 39
en Take the drain hose out of the holder. 16.3 Cleaning the drain pump Clean the drain pump regularly, at least once a year, as well as in the event of faults, e.g. blockages or rat- tling noises. CAUTION - Risk of scalding! Emptying the drain pump When you wash at high temperat- Turn off the tap.
Page 40
en Clip the drain hose into the holder. Clean the interior, the thread on the pump cap and the pump hous- ing. Cleaning the drain pump Ensure that the impeller in the Requirement: The drain pump is drain pump can rotate. empty.
Page 41
en Note: When inserting the base 16.4 Cleaning the rubber gas- panel, ensure that, if the base panel is protruding or the cabinet panel is flush-mounted, the time- Clean the rubber gasket regularly. Light is not visible. Open the door. → Page 33 Install the base panel. Remove any foreign objects and fluff from the rubber gasket.
Page 42
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! Improper repairs are dangerous. Never make any technical modifications to the appliance or its features. ▶...
Page 43
en Fault Cause and troubleshooting E:30 -10 / The tap is turned off. Turn on the tap. ▶ The water inlet hose is kinked or jammed. Check the installation of the water inlet hose. ▶ → Page 19 The filter in the water inflow is blocked. Clean the filter in the water inflow.
Page 44
en Fault Cause and troubleshooting All other error codes. Malfunction Restart the appliance. If the fault occurs again, disconnect the appliance from the power supply for at least 30 seconds. Unplug the appliance from the mains or switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box. If the fault persists, call customer service.
Page 45
en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The door cannot be The door is locked. opened due to a Open the door using the emergency release. ▶ power cut. → Page 48 Drum jerks after the Not a fault. An internal motor test is started. programme starts.
Page 46
en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The laundry is too wet The appliance is using a reduced spin speed to elim- after the spinning inate an imbalance. cycle. Redistribute the laundry in the drum. Start the Spin programme. Creasing. The selected programme is unsuitable for the type of fabric.
Page 47
en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Odours have formed Humidity and detergent residue may promote the in the appliance. formation of bacteria. Clean the drum. → Page 37 ▶ If you are not using the appliance, leave the door ▶ and detergent drawer open so that residual water can evaporate.
Page 48
en 17.1 Emergency release Transportation, storage and disposal 18 Transportation, stor- Releasing the door age and disposal Requirement: The drain pump is Transportation, storage and disposal empty. 18.1 Removing the appliance ATTENTION! Escaping water may Turn off the tap. cause material damage. Do not open the door if you can Empty the water inlet hose.
Page 49
en 18.3 Using the appliance tronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic again equipment - WEEE). For further information, see The guideline determ- ▶ → "Installation and connection", ines the framework for Page 11 and the return and recycling of used appliances as → "Starting an empty washing applicable throughout cycle", Page 21.
Page 50
en during operation and the tap 19.1 Product number (E-Nr.) turned on afterwards. The tap only and production number needs to be turned off if you are (FD) away from home for a long period, e.g. on holiday for several weeks. You can find the product number (E- Nr.) and the production number (FD) on the appliance's rating plate.
Page 51
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 indic- ative only and were determined in accordance with the applicable standard EN60456.
Page 52
en Appliance depth 95.6 cm with door open Weight 76.3 kg Maximum load 8.0 kg Mains voltage 220-240 V, 50 Hz Minimum in- 10 A stallation protec- tion Nominal power 2300 W Power consump- ¡ Off mode: tion 0.12 W ¡ Left-on mode: 0.50 W Water pressure ¡ Minimum: 100 kPa (1 bar) ¡...
Page 56
BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34 81739 München, GERMANY Valid within Great Britain: Imported to Great Britain by BSH Home Appliances Ltd. Grand Union House Old Wolverton Road Wolverton, Milton Keynes MK12 5PT United Kingdom *9001910054* 9001910054 041212...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the W544BX2GB and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers