Bosch Washing machine Instruction Manual

Intended use
Your washing machine
Congratulations on having opted for a modern, high-quality domestic appliance for domestic use only,
manufactured by Bosch. This washing machine is distinguished by its economical
for washing machine-washable fabrics and
energy consumption. hand-washable wool in detergent solution,
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly to ensure that it to be operated with cold or cold and hot (max. 60 ºC)
functions properly and is in perfect condition. drinking water, depending on model, and commercially
available detergents and care products which are suita-
For further information on our products, accessories, spares and services, consult our ble for use in washing machines.
website www.bosch-home.com or contact any of our customer service centres. .
– Follow the safety instructions on page 8!
– Do not leave children unattended near the
You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service here or in the after-
washing machine.
sales service directory (depending on model).
– The washing machine is not to be used by
– GB 0844 8928979 (calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence
children or persons not familiar with the
per minute. A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply) operating instructions.
– IE 01450 2655 – Keep pets away from the washing machine.
Environmentally friendly waste disposal
Do not switch on the washing machine until you have read these
All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with environmental guidelines. instructions and the separate Installation instructions!
This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/CE on the
waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and reuse of used
appliances.
Contents
Page
Intended use .......................................................................................1
Programmes ........................................................................................1 Programmes
Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3 Detailed overview of programmes
page 7.
Washing ...........................................................................................3/4 Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually,
After washing ......................................................................................4 irrespective of the selected programme and programme
progress.
Individual settings ..........................................................................5/6
Important information ....................................................................... 6
Cottons hard-wearing fabrics
Overview of programmes ................................................................7
Safety instructions .............................................................................8 + Prewash hard-wearing fabrics, prewash
Consumption values .........................................................................8
Easy-Care synthetic fabrics
Care and cleaning .............................................................................9
Information on the display panel ....................................................9 + Prewash synthetic fabrics, prewash
Maintenance .................................................................................... 10
Mix Different types of laundry
What to do if ... ................................................................................ 11
Delicate/Silk Delicate washable fabrics
Wool Hand/machine washable wool
Rinse /
Laundry washed by hand, (Extra rinse) button
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips Spin
activated; if only using the spin cycle, deactivate the
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of button
laundry for the relevant programme.
Empty Drain rinsing water with (without final spin)
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a pre-wash.
– Instead of Cottons 90 °C, choose the programme Super Quick 15' Short programme
Cottons 60 °C with the additional function EcoPerfect .
Dark Wash Hard-wearing fabrics
Comparable cleaning result was significantly lower energy
consumption. Shirt/Blouses No-iron shirts
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's
Down washable down-filled clothing
instructions and water hardness.
Sports, Fitness microfibre fabrics
– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select spin speed
according to instructions of dryer manufacturer. Sensitive hard-wearing fabrics
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Preparation
run a wash cycle with no laundry in the machine
Sorting and loading laundry
Correct installation according to the separate
installations actions.
Checking the machine
And according to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
– Never use a damaged machine!
– Contact customer service!
Wash laundry of different sizes in the same wash programme.
Connecting the mains plug Close the door. Take care not to trap items of laundry between the washing machine door and
Make sure your hands are dry!
Handle the plug only!
Turning on the tap amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply company) and
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model) page 6
Compartment II: detergent for the main wash, water softener,
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
bleach, stain remover
This prevents blockages.
: Fabric softener, bleach
Compartment
Compartment I: Detergent for prewash
Setting** and adjusting programmes
Additional Display panel / Programme selector Start /
functions option buttons Reload
- 90 °C (temp. ºC) Select the temperature ( = cold)
1 - 24 h (Ready in) End of programme after ...
- 1400* (rpm) Select the spin speed (* depending on the model) or (without final spin,
laundry soaks in the last rinsing water, display panel - - - )
Status displays Programme sequence displays:
- - Wash, rinse, spin, programme duration or end (-0-)
page 6
Childproof lock page 5
Open the washing machine door, reload laundry pages 4, 5
2 2 2
Washing Removing the washing
Before the first wash,
Page 9.
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If
Follow the manufacturer's care information!
Choose Start/Reload.
Sort laundry according to the label's indications.
Detergent drawer with
Do not exceed the maximum load Page 7.
compartments I, II,
Observe important information! Page 6
Turn the tap off
Drum
seal.
Control panel
Not required for Aqua-Stop models
Add detergent and care products
Door
Measure detergent according:
Switching off
manufacturer's instructions.
Turn the programme selector to Off.
For models without insert for liquid detergent:
1
End of programme when ...
**If the symbol flashes in the
... Start/Reload flashes and -
display panel, the childproof lock is
Note: If display panel lighting is switched off, press any button
active Deactivate childproof lock,
saving mode, page 5.
page 5.
Interrupting the programme
Additional functions and option
buttons Individual settings,
page 5. Programmes at high temperatures:
3
– Cool washing: Select
Press Start/Reload 2
– Press Start/Reload.
Programmes at lower temperatures:
All buttons are sensitive and need
– Select
only to be touched lightly. Press and
Service door
hold the (Ready in) option button
– Press Start/Reload.
for an automatic run through all
setting options.
Changing the programme if ...
Programme selector for
switching the machine on ... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
and off and for selecting the – Reselect the programme.
programme. Can be turned
– Press Start/Reload. The new programme starts from the beginning.
in either direction.
Washing
Reloading laundry if ...
... Press Start/Reload; both the symbols
display panel. If
Press Start/Reload.
3 3 3
Individual settings
Option buttons
(without final spin) is active: turn the programme selector to
Empty or select the spin speed.
You can change the spin speed and the temperature before the selected programme starts and while it is running. The
effects depend on the programme progress.
– Remove any foreign objects. Risk of rusting. (Temperature °C)
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent door open
You can change the displayed washing temperature. The maximum selectable temperature depends on the current
so that any residual water can evaporate.
programme.
(Ready in)
When you select the programme, the relevant programme duration is displayed. You can delay the end of the
Refer to Installation instructions.
programme before it begins. The ready in-time can be set in increments of one hour up to a maximum of 24 hours.
Press the (Ready in) button until the required number of hours is displayed (h = hour). Choose Start/Reload.
(spin speed in rpm/ (without final spin))
You can change the displayed spin speed. The maximum selectable spin speed depends on the model and which
programme is currently selected.
Additional functions
Overview of programmes, page 7
SpeedPerfect For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to that of the
standard programme. Maximum load
EcoPerfect For saving energy with a washing performance comparable to that of the standard
programme.
(Reduced Ironing) Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin: residual moisture in
the laundry slightly increased.
Additional rinse cycle. For areas with very soft water or for further enhancing the spin
(Extra rinse)
result.
Childproof lock
- appears on the display panel.
in the display panel You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have set from being
Energy
changed inadvertently.
ON/OFF: after the start/end of the programme, press and hold Start/Reload
approx. 5 seconds.
Note: The childlock can remain activated until you wish to start the next programme,
even after switching off the machine.
Then you can deactivate the childlock before starting the programme and activate it
again as necessary once the programme has started.
Rinse / Spin. Note:
– The symbol is lit: Childlock active.
– The symbol flashes: Childlock active and then the programme selector is altered.
To prevent the programme from stopping, move the programme selector back to
Rinse / Spin (deactivate (Extra rinse) button) or
the original programme, the symbol is lit again.
Empty.
Reloading
+ Press (Start/Reload) if you want to add additional items of laundry after the
in the display panel programme has started. The machine checks whether reloading is possible.
+ are lit: reloading is possible.
flashes: wait until + are lit.
Note: do not open the door until both the
: it is not possible to reload.
Note: for safety reasons, the washing machine door remains locked when the water
level and/or temperature is high, or during spinning.
To continue the programme, press the
page 5
Energy saving mode
+ are displayed on the
The display panel lighting goes out after a few minutes, Start/Reload flashes. Press any button to switch on the lighting.
is lit, the washing machine door cannot be opened.
Start/Reload
To start the programme or to subsequently load additional laundry, and to activate/deactivate the childproof lock.
4 4 4
Individual settings
Signal
1. Activating the mode
for setting the signal
volume
• 1 step, the display press and + 1 step, release
Set to
panel lights up hold
Button signals Information signals
2. Setting the volume
for...
direct
* if necessary, select the setting the 1 step setting the
function several times volume* volume*
Important information
Overview of programmes, page 7.
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– When determining the dosage of all washing powders, additives and cleaning agents, you must follow the
manufacturer's instructions..
– Empty all pockets
– Check for metal items (paper-clips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in a laundry bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag.
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
for
light Do not prewash. If required, choose the additional function SpeedPerfect.
Pre-treat any stains as necessary.
intense wash Load less laundry. Choose a programme with a prewash.
Soaking Load laundry of the same colour.
Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment II in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Turn the
programme selector to Cottons 30 °C and press Start/Reload. After approx. 10 minutes, press Start/Reload to
pause the programme. Once the required soaking time has elapsed, press Start/Reload again to continue the
programme, or select a different programme.
Starch
Laundry should not be treated with fabric softener.
Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour the starch in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions into fabric softener compartment (rinse first if necessary).
Dyeing / Bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stainless steel. Always follow the dye
+ symbols are lit. manufacturer's instructions. Do not use the washing machine for bleaching clothes.
Down Laundry should not be treated with fabric softener.
Wash down-filled clothing only, no down-filled cushions or duvets. Wash large items individually. Meter detergent
sparingly. Then dry clothing in the dryer to prevent the down from clumping.
(Start/Reload) button.
Insert for liquid detergent depending on model
Position the insert for dispensing liquid detergent:
– Remove the detergent drawer completely page 9
– Slide the insert forwards and click into place.
Do not use the insert (slide upwards): for gel detergents and washing powder,
5 5 5 for programmes with + Prewash
and End time option.
•
set to
6 6 6