Bosch WAE20060UC/18, WAE20060UC/01 Installation Guide

-The washing machine is heavy.TO AVOID RISK OF INJURY lift with caution.

-Erozen hoses can tear/burst. Do not install the washing machine outdoors or in an area
exposed to freezing conditions.

-- These installation instructions are intended for use by qualified installers. In addition to these
instructions, ifinstalling the washing machine:

In the United States comply with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA70 - latest

edition/State and municil_al and/or local regulations.

In Canada comply with the Canadian Electric Code C22.1 - latest edition!provincial and
municipal and/or local regulations.

_lf the washing machine is located ina room which will be exposed to temperatures below

freezing, or if it is located in a cabin that is being shut down for the winter, any residual water

in the pump or water inlet hose(s) must be drained.

_Take care not to damage the washing machine. Do not hold on to protruding parts

(e,g. door) when lifting.

--In addition to the safety information listed here, the local water end electricity supplier may
have special requirements.

-If in doubt, have the washing machine connected by an authorized technician.

--The washer must not be stacked on top of the dryer. Serious injury and damage may result.

- Risk of personal injury or death. DO NOT stack a dryer on top of the washer without the use
of one of the stacking kit accessories listed in the dryer manual.

- Stability is important to prevent washer from moving excessively during usage.

- The installation area must be firm and level.

- Soft floors/floor coverings are not suitable.

Power cord

Drainage hose

Covers

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Wrench (according to model)

Depending on the connection

- 1 hose clip ® 0.94" / 24mm - 1.57" / 40mm (commercially available) for connection of the
siphon -> page 4; Water connection.

Useful tools

- Bubble level for levelling the water.

- Y-connector (can be optained from any hardware store) in case there is only a cold water
connection.

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Watersupplyhoses for
hot water (redmarking)

Water supply hoses for
cold water (blue

marking)

Elbow
used with drain hose

order no. WMZ 20450.
To protect the washer drum from shifting, do not remove transportation bolt assemblies prior

............................................................to installing the washer on the pedestal.

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a = 39in. / 100cm (approx.) d = 57in. / 145cm (approx.)

b = 57in. / 145cm (approx.) e = 37in. / 95cm (approx.)

c = 33in. / 85cm (approx.) f = 53in. ! 135cm (approx.)
Available commercially or from customer service:

- Longer supply hose 86 1/2 inches (2.2m approx.).

g = rain. 23in. / 60cm
h = max. 39in. / 100cm

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BeforeUsingtheapplian for firsttime,removeallthetransportation

protection devices and retain for subsequent transportation of the

/ future transport, the transport braces must be refitted -this

prevents the machine from being damaged. _> page 6,

_ Keep the bolt and sleeve screwed together.

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Water supply hose:

Attention: The water supply hose must not be kinked, bent or flattened in such a way as to
potentially diminish water flow, Also, do not cut or modify the hose.

Optimum water pressure should be between: 14.5 to 120 p.s.i. (1-10bar)

- When the faucet isturned on, the water flow is at least 2,2 U.S. gallons (8 liters) per minute.

- If the water pressure is higher, install a pressure reducing valve.
Connect water supply hose to the faucet.

Attention: Plastic threads of water connections must
be hand-tightened ONLY, Do not tighten with a or:

wrench or pliers Use a Y-connector to split asingle cold

Turn on the faucet (faucets) fully, wateroutlet in orderto provide twowater

Check for leaks at the connection points, supply hoseinlets.

;,, until they are freelymovable in the sleeves.

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- The washing machine must only be operated with cold and hot (max. 140°F/ 60%) faucet
water. Do not connect the appliance to the mixer faucet of an unpressurized hot-water

boiler.

- To prevent water damage, the hot and cold water valves should be accessible when the
washing machine is in place and should always be turned off when the washing machine is

not in use.

- Ifinstalling the washing machine in a new building or a building in which the plumbing system
was recently installed or upgraded, flush the lines before installing the washing machine to

remove any sand, dirt or residue.

- The connection points are under full water pressure. Check seal with faucet fully open.

- To prevent leakage or water damage, follow the instructions in this chaPrLer!

- Use only new water supply hoses, do not re-use an old hose. Only use the inlet hose
SUl_pliedor one which was purchased from an authorized dealer.

- Ifin doubt, have the appliance connected by a technician.

A- c01dwater
B - hot water

(max. 60_C/140F)

Water drainage hose:

Attention: Do not kink or overextend the drain hose,

Height difference between installation area and outlet:
min. 23in. / 60cm - max. 39in. / 100cm

Drainage into a sink/bath tub:

Attention: Secure the drainage hose to prevent it from slipping out of the sink.
Attention: The plug must not be in the plug hole. When the water is being

pumped out of the washing machine, check that the water drains away
quickly enough. Do not insert the end of the drainage hose into the
pumped off water! There is a risk that water will be drawn back into the

washing machine!

Drainage into a standpipe or in wall installation:
Use the U-bracket. Attach the U-bracket to the end of the hose and insert

end of hose into standpipe or wall drain. Use a strap or cable tie connected

to U-bracket to hold hose in place.

Drainage into a siphon:

Attention: Secure connection point with hose clip,

Q 0.94" / 24mm - 1.57" / 40mm

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