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Bosch WGG254Z0AU User Manual And Installation Instructions
Bosch WGG254Z0AU User Manual And Installation Instructions

Bosch WGG254Z0AU User Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Washing machine WGG254Z0AU [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 ........  21 1.1 General information.... 4 9 Programmes ......  23 1.2 Intended use...... 4 1.3 Restriction on user group.. 4 10 Accessories......  27 1.4 Safe installation ...... 5 11 Laundry........  27 1.5 Safe use ........
  • Page 3 14 Childproof lock......  31 14.1 Activating the childproof lock ........ 31 14.2 Deactivating the childproof lock ........ 31 15 Basic settings......  32 15.1 Overview of the basic set- tings........ 32 15.2 Changing the basic set- tings........ 32 16 Cleaning and servicing ...  32 16.1 Cleaning the drum....
  • 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 en Safety 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: Safe Use

    Safety 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 Safety 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: Safe Cleaning And Maintenance

    Safety 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: Preventing Material Damage

    en Preventing material damage 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: Environmental Protection And Saving Energy

    Environmental protection and saving energy 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...
  • Page 12: Requirements For The Install- Ation Location

    en Installation and connection 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 27 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: Removing The Transit Bolts

    Installation and connection en Unscrew and remove all of Installation loca- Requirements the screws for the 4 transit bolts tion using a WAF 13 wrench. Against a wall Do not trap the power cord or the hoses between the wall and the appli- ance.
  • Page 14: Connecting The Appliance

    en Installation and connection Put on the 4 cover caps. Connect the water inlet hose. Push the 4 cover caps downwards. Connect the water inlet hose to a tap (26.4 mm = 3/4"). Note: To install the transit bolts to Open the water tap carefully and transport the appliance, perform check that the connection points these steps again in the reverse or-...
  • Page 15: Aligning The Appliance

    Installation and connection en In the event of a blocked or covered The connection details of the appli- outlet, accumulated wastewater can ance can be found under Tech- flow back into the appliance. nical data → Page 46. Before operating the appliance, en- ▶...
  • Page 16: Before Using For The First Time

    en Before using for the first time Use a WAF 17 wrench to tighten Pour approx. 1 litre of tap water the lock nuts against the housing into compartment II. until they are hand-tight. Add washing powder containing In doing so, hold the foot tight and oxygen bleach to compartment II.
  • Page 17: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance 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 18: Control Panel

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Measuring aid for liquid deter- gent → "Inserting the measuring aid", Page 29 Compartment II: Detergent for the main wash Compartment : Fabric softener Compartment I: Detergent for prewash 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 19 Display 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 20: Display

    en Display Display Description Programme status: Rinsing Programme status: Spinning Programme status: Pause Programme status: Programme end Programme status: Steaming ¡ 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 31 Easy Iron) The crease-reduction function is activated.
  • Page 21: Buttons

    Buttons 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 22 en Buttons Button Selection More information ⁠   Rinse Plus ¡ Activate Activate or deactivate a washing pro- gramme with more water and an addi- ¡ Deactivate tional rinse cycle. Recommended for particularly sensit- ive skin or in regions with very soft water.
  • Page 23: Programmes

    Programmes 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 28 ¡ 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 24 en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) ⁠   Delicates/Silk Wash delicate, washable items made from silk, vis- cose and synthetic fabrics. 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. Tip: Gently cleaning the laundry reduces abrasion of textile fibres and microplastic fibres.
  • Page 25 Programmes en Programme Description Max. load (kg) ⁠   Shirts/ Wash non-iron shirts and blouses made from cot- Blouses ton, linen or synthetic fabrics. Tip: In order to avoid creasing in your laundry, you can activate ⁠   Easy Iron. The laundry is only given a short spin and can be removed while still drip- ping wet.
  • Page 26: Laundry

    en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) ¡ The steam is hot and may cause damage to cer- tain fabrics or fabric types. The programme is therefore not suitable for out- door clothing or items made from silk or wool, such as jumpers. ⁠...
  • Page 27: Preparing The Laundry

    Accessories en Accessories 10 Accessories Use original accessories. These have Accessories been made especially for your appli- ance. Tip: Some accessories are available in other colours. Contact customer service. → Page 44 Order num- Water inlet hose ex- Extend the water inlet hose for cold water WMZ2381 tension or AquaStop (approx.
  • Page 28: Care Symbols On The Care Labels

    en Detergents and care products 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- ⁠ ⁠...
  • Page 29: Loading Laundry

    Basic operation 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 23 Requirements ¡ The laundry is prepared and sor- ted.
  • Page 30: Adding Detergent And Care Product

    en Basic operation 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 31: Cancelling The Pro- Gramme

    Childproof lock en Cleaning the rubber gasket. 13.11 Cancelling the pro- gramme Note: Leave the appliance door and the detergent drawer open to dry. Press ⁠   Start/Reload. Open the door. → Page 28 The appliance door remains Childproof lock 14 Childproof lock locked for safety reasons if the temperature and water levels are Secure your appliance against being Childproof lock...
  • Page 32: Basic Settings

    en Basic settings Press ⁠   Spin Speed 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.
  • Page 33: Cleaning The Detergent Drawer

    Cleaning and servicing en gen 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 34: Cleaning The Drain Pump

    en Cleaning and servicing Take the drain hose out of the 16.3 Cleaning the drain pump holder. 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. Emptying the drain pump Turn off the tap.
  • Page 35 Cleaning and servicing en Once emptied, press firmly on the Since water may remain in the locking cap. drain pump, unscrew the pump cap carefully. The filter insert in the pump ‒ housing may become stuck due to coarse particles of dirt. Loosen the dirt and remove the filter insert.
  • Page 36 en Cleaning and servicing Insert the pump cap. Ensure that the parts of the ‒ pump cap are correctly as- sembled. Before the next wash To prevent unused detergent from flowing straight into the outlet in the next wash, run a suitable programme for draining after you have emptied the drain pump.
  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 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 38 en Troubleshooting 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 14 The filters in the water inflow are blocked. Clean the filters in the water inflow.
  • Page 39 Troubleshooting 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 40 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Drum jerks after the Not a fault. An internal motor test is started. programme starts. No action required. Drum rotates, water Not a fault. Load detection is active for up to 2 does not flow in. minutes.
  • Page 41 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The laundry is too wet A low spin speed is selected. after the spinning Start the ⁠   Spin programme. ▶ cycle. The next time you run a wash cycle, set a higher ▶ spin speed. The appliance is using a reduced spin speed to elim- inate an imbalance.
  • Page 42 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Fabric softener re- The use of fabric softener is not supported for the se- mains in the detergent lected programme. drawer. Check whether the use of fabric softener is suppor- ▶ ted for the selected programme. → Page 23 Odours have formed Humidity and detergent residue may promote the in the appliance.
  • Page 43: Emergency Release

    Transportation, storage and disposal en 17.1 Emergency release 18.2 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 34 to prevent transport damage. ATTENTION! Escaping water may Use a screwdriver to remove the 4 cause material damage.
  • Page 44: Disposing Of Old Appliance

    en Customer Service 18.4 Disposing of old appli- Customer Service 19 Customer Service ance Detailed information on the warranty Customer Service Valuable raw materials can be re- period and terms of warranty in your used by recycling. country is available from our after- sales service, your retailer or on our WARNING website.
  • Page 45: Consumption Values

    Consumption values en Consumption values 20 Consumption values The indicated consumption values are approximate. Consumption values The values may deviate from the indicated values depending on water pres- sure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room temperature, type of laun- dry, amount and soiling of laundry, detergent used, fluctuations in the mains voltage and selected settings.
  • Page 46: Information For Test Institute

    en Technical data The dosage of anti sudsing agent: 20.1 Information for test insti- 2 g/kg tute Add the dry powder detergent into main wash dispenser before start. After detergent is flushed in add the PBIS solution and anti-sudsing agent as soon as possible. Age of test loads The average age of test load around 10-20 times is recommended to rep-...
  • Page 47 Technical data en Water pressure ¡ Minimum: 100 kPa (1 bar) ¡ Maximum: 1000 kPa (10 bar) Length of the wa- 150 cm ter inlet hose Length of the wa- 150 cm ter outlet hose Length of the 160 cm power cord...
  • Page 48: Looking For Help? You'll Find It Here

    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.