Bosch Maxx 4 Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

Bosch Maxx 4 Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

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Maxx 4
WFC 2466
en Instruction Manual and
Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Maxx 4 WFC 2466 en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions...
  • Page 2 Table of Contents Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Appendix...
  • Page 3 Further information and a selection of our products can be found on our Internet page: http://www.bosch hausgeraete.de Please read these operating and installation instructions and all other information enclosed with the washing machine and act accordingly.
  • Page 4: Information Concerning Waste Disposal

    Information concerning waste disposal The shipping package has protected your new Disposing of the appliance on its way to your home. All utilised packaging materials are ecologically harmless and recyclable. Please contribute to a better environment by disposing of packaging materials in an environmentally conscious manner.
  • Page 5: Protection Of The Environment/Hints And Tips

    Protection of the environment/Hints and tips Hints and tips...
  • Page 6: General Safety Instructions

    General safety instructions...
  • Page 7: Product View

    Introducing your washing machine Adding detergent/cleaning product Dispenser I: Detergent for prewash or starch. Dispenser II: Detergent for main wash, soaking agent, water softener, bleach or stain remover. Dispenser 2: Additives, e.g. fabric softener or former. (Fill at least to lower edge of insert 1.) Service flap Opening ...
  • Page 8: Control Panel

    Control panel Press buttons for additional functions "Ready in" time display, (where required to supplement the programme) if the programme is selected, "Reduced Ironing ": Creases are reduced. "Start in" time display, "Rinse Plus ": Extra rinse cycle if the "Start in" time is additionally selected. "Wash Plus ": Intensive wash...
  • Page 9: Before Using Fo First Time

    Before using your washing machine for the first time Warning Preparing your washing machine q Do not load any washing.
  • Page 10: Preparing, Sorting And Loading The Washing

    Preparing, sorting and loading the washing Warning Preparing the Loose debris (e.g. coins, paper clips, needles, nails) washing can damage items of clothing as well as parts of the washing machine (e.g. drum). q Empty all pockets on items of clothing. q Brush sand out of pockets and cuffs/turn ups.
  • Page 11: Sorting The Washing

    Warning Sorting the washing Washing may become discoloured. Do not wash new coloured washing with other washing. According to colour and degree of dirt White items may become grey. Wash white and coloured items separately. Degrees of dirt Lightly soiled No visible soiling or stains.
  • Page 12 Very soiled Visible soiling and/or stains. - Kitchen towels used for up to one week. - Fabric serviettes. - Baby bibs. - Children's outer clothing or football jerseys and shorts soiled with grass and/or earth. - Work clothes, e.g. mechanic's overalls, baker's and butcher's clothing.
  • Page 13 Sorting washing according Only wash laundry that is labelled with the following to the instructions on the care symbols: care labels 90 C Cottons+Linens c b a 60 C, 40 C, 30 C Cottons+Linens h g f 60 C, 40 C, 30 C Easy care l g k f 30 C Delicates/Silk l g k f...
  • Page 14: Loading The Washing

    d Risk of explosion! Loading Items of clothing that have been pretreated with the washing solvent-based cleaning agents, e.g.stain remover and dry cleaning spirit, represent an explosion hazard once loaded into the washing machine. Before loading the laundry, rinse thoroughly by hand.
  • Page 15: Dosing Detergent

    Detergents and cleaning products d Risk of poisoning! Dosing detergent Keep detergents and additives out of the reach of children. Dose detergent according to q the water hardness. You can find out the water hardness from your water utility company. q the amount of laundry.
  • Page 16 Dispenser I Adding detergent/ Detergent for prewash or starch. cleaning product Dispenser II Detergent for main wash, water softener, pre soaking agent, bleach and stain removal product. Dispenser 2 Cleaning product, e.g. fabric softener or fabric conditioner (do not fill above the lower edge of the insert 1).
  • Page 17: Programme Selector

    Programmes and functions Select the desired programme - see also the separate programme overview. For maximum spin speeds of the programmes see Page 19. Programme selector 30, 40, 60 Cottons+Linens Basic programmes For hard wearing textiles, e.g. made of cotton or linen. 60 C Cottons+Linens Stains For stained, heavily soiled textiles, e.g.
  • Page 18 30, 40, 60 C Easy care For easy care textiles, e.g. made of cotton, linen, synthetic or blended fabrics. 30 C Delicates/Silk For delicate, washable textiles, e.g. silk, satin, synthetic materials or blended fabrics (e.g. curtains). Delicates cycle at 30 °C for machine washable silk. We do not recommend washing these textiles with other rougher textiles.
  • Page 19: Spin Speed Selector

    Spin speed selector Basic setting The spin speed selector is pointing up. Laundry is spun at maximum spin speed in the "Cottons+Linens y programme. In the Easy care A", Delicates/Silk" and "Woollens u" programmes, a lower spin speed will automatically be used, irrespective of the position of the button - gentle treatment of delicate fabrics.
  • Page 20: Additional Function - Buttons

    " " appears in the "Ready in" display when programme is ended. Before the washing can be removed, the Drain b" or Spin B" programme must be run by setting the speed selector to the required speed. Reduced Ironing Additional Special spin cycle with subsequent fluffing.
  • Page 21 Wash Plus The washing time is extended so that highly soiled washing or 4 kg of cottons/linens are washed more intensively. Press the button in addition to the programme for the following combinations of load and degree of soiling: Laundry Program and Degree of dirt button X"...
  • Page 22 When a programme has been selected, the expected Ready in" display programme duration is displayed. q Turn the programme selector to the desired programme. The Ready" indicator light is on. The expected Ready in" time (programme duration) is displayed, e.g. 1:01". i The Ready in"...
  • Page 23 Before starting a programme, you can specifiy by how Start in" display many hours the Start in" time should be delayed. and button q Turn the programme selector to the desired programme. The Ready" indicator light is on. The expected Ready in" time is displayed. q Press the Start in"...
  • Page 24: Start Programme

    Washing q Turn on water tap. Start programme q Turn the programme selector to the desired programme - see also the separate programme overview. The "Ready" indicator light is on. The "Ready in" time is displayed. Example: q If required, select the desired spin speed or "Rinse Hold".
  • Page 25 Changing the programme Cancelling the programme...
  • Page 26: When The Programme Has Ended

    When the Programme has Ended Removing the washing Warning risk of rust!
  • Page 27: Special Applications

    Special applications Soaking Starching...
  • Page 28 Only use dyes that are environmentally compatible Dyeing and suitable for use in washing machines. Caution Discoloration of the laundry in subsequent wash cycles cannot be completely ruled out. q Apply dyes according to the manufacturer's instructions. After dyeing: q Pour ½ measuring beaker of detergent into dispenser II.
  • Page 29: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and Care d Risk of electric shock! First, always disconnect the appliance from the power supply. Never clean the washing machine with a water jet. d Risk of explosion! Never clean the appliance with solvents. As required: Cleaning the q Use hot soapy water or a mild, non abrasive appliance housing cleaning agent.
  • Page 30: Cleaning The Detergent Dispenser

    In the event that residual detergents or additives have Cleaning the deter accumulated: gent dispenser q Pull out the detergent drawer all the way. q Press down the insert and q remove the detergent drawer. q Open the cover. q Clean the detergent drawer and cover under running water and dry.
  • Page 31 90 °C max.
  • Page 32: Cleaning Water Inlet Strainers

    q Carefully remove the pump cap. A little more residual water will flow out. q Remove foreign objects/fluff from inside and clean the interior. The pump impeller wheel must be able to rotate. Clean any residual lye or fluff from the thread of the pump cap and pump housing.
  • Page 33: Descaling The Washing Machine

    Cleaning the strainer on the washing machine q Disconnect the hose from the back of the washing machine. q Pull out the strainer and rinse under running water. q Insert the strainer and reconnect the hose. q Turn on the water tap and check whether water is still discharged.
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting Minor Faults

    Troubleshooting Minor Faults d Risk of electric shock! Repairs may be carried out by customer service or authorised technicians only. If repairs are needed, and assuming that you cannot eliminate the fault yourself with the aid the following table: q Turn the programme selector to "Off". q Disconnect the washing machine from the mains.
  • Page 35 Fault Cause Remedial action...
  • Page 36 Fault Cause Remedial action...
  • Page 37 Fault Cause Remedial action In the case of excessive foam, the Reduce the detergent dosage for Increase in "Ready in" foam detection system has activated the next wash cycle. time. an additional rinse cycle and an additional spin cycle to ensure the rinsing result.
  • Page 38: Customer Service

    Customer service Before you call customer service, please check whether you can eliminate the fault yourself (see from Page 34). A technician who is called out to give advice will charge you, even if the appliance is still under guarantee. You can find your nearest customer service in the enclosed address list.
  • Page 39: Consumption Values

    Consumption values Normal programme Additional Load Consumption values** option Current Water Duration Cottons+Linens y 40 C* Wash Plus 4.0 kg 0.45 kWh 50 l 2:10 h Cottons+Linens y 60 C 3.5 kg 0.7 kWh 50 l 1:11 h Cottons+Linens y 60 C Wash Plus 4.0 kg 0.76 kWh...
  • Page 40: Installing, Connecting And Transporting The Appliance

    Installing, connecting and transporting the appliance d Risk of injury! Safety instructions The washing machine is very heavy. Take care when lifting it. Caution Frozen hoses may tear/burst. Do not install the washing machine in an area where there is a risk of frost or outdoors.
  • Page 41 Useful tools Dimensions...
  • Page 42 Installation surface Built under or built in appliance installation Warning...
  • Page 43: Removing The Transportation Pro Tection Devices

    Caution Removing the The transport bolts must always be removed before transportation pro using the appliance for the first time and must be retained for any subsequent transport (e.g. when tection devices moving). q Release all screws and using the SW 13 wrench until they can be moved freely.
  • Page 44: Hose And Cable Lengths

    Hose and cable lengths Connection on left side Connection on right side Other hoses Available from specialist dealers: - Extended supply hose (approx. 2.20 m).
  • Page 45: Connecting The Water

    To prevent leaks or water damage, it is essential to Connecting the follow the instructions in this chapter! water Water inlet hose Warning Operate the washing machine with cold drinking water only. Do not connect to the mixer tap of an unpressurised hot water apparatus.
  • Page 46 Water drainage hose Warning Do not bend or pull the water drainage hose. Height difference between the placement area and drainage point: maximum 100 cm. Drainage into a siphon: q Secure connection point with 24-40 mm Ø hose clip (specialist outlet). Drainage into a wash basin: Warning The plug must not block the drain of the wash basin.
  • Page 47: Aligning The Washing Machine

    Align the washing machine with the aid of the four Aligning the height adjustable feet and a spirit level. washing machine q Loosen lock nut 1 in a clockwise direction with a spanner. q Adjust the height by rotating height adjustable foot 2.
  • Page 48: Connecting The Power

    Caution Connecting the Connect the washing machine only to an alternating power current via a correctly installed earthed socket. The mains voltage must correspond to the voltage specification on the washing machine (nameplate). Connection specifications as well as the required fuses are stipulated on the appliance nameplate.
  • Page 49 Before transporting the washing machine: Transport, - Turn off the tap. e.g. when moving - Drain any residual washing solution (refer to Page 30). - Release the water pressure in the supply hose (refer to Page 32). - Disconnect the washing machine from the mains. - Dismantle the supply and drainage hose.
  • Page 50 Index...
  • Page 52 0503 en ROBERT BOSCH HAUSGERÄTE GMBH 5550 009 754...

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