Bosch WAJ20180EG, WAJ2018SEG User manual and assembly instructions

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WAJ20180EG _ WAJ2018SEG
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Table of contents

Safety...............................................4
General information..........................4
Intended use.....................................4
Restriction on user group.................5
Safe installation ................................5
Safe use ...........................................7
Safe cleaning and maintenance.......9
Preventing material damage ........11
Environmental protection and
saving energy................................11
Disposing of packaging .................11
Save energy and conserve re-
sources...........................................12
Energy saving mode ......................12
Installation and connection..........12
Unpacking the appliance ...............12
Contents of package......................13
Requirements for the installation
location ...........................................13
Removing the transit bolts .............14
Connecting the appliance ..............15
Aligning the appliance....................16
Familiarising yourself with
your appliance...............................18
Appliance .......................................18
Detergent drawer............................19
Controls ..........................................19
Display............................................20
Programmes...................................22
Buttons ...........................................24
Degrees of soiling ..........................27
Care symbols on the care labels ...27
Detergents and care products......28
Detergent recommendation ...........28
Detergent dosage ..........................29
Basic operation .............................29
Switching on the appliance ............29
Setting a programme .....................29
Adjusting the programme set-
tings................................................30
Loading laundry..............................30
Adding detergent and care
product ...........................................30
Starting the programme .................30
Adjusting the "Ready in" time
before the programme starts .........31
Soaking laundry .............................31
Adding laundry ...............................31
Cancelling the programme ............31
Resuming the programme when the programme status is Rinse
Hold ................................................31
Unloading the laundry ....................31
Switching off the appliance ............32
Childproof lock..............................32
Activating the childproof lock.........32
Deactivating the childproof lock.....32
Basic settings................................33
Overview of the basic settings .......33
Changing the basic settings ..........33
Accessories...................................25
Before using for the first time ......25
Starting an empty washing cycle ...25
Laundry..........................................26
Preparing the laundry.....................26
Sorting laundry ...............................27
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Cleaning and servicing.................34
Tips on appliance care...................34
Cleaning the drum..........................34
Cleaning the detergent drawer ......34
Descaling........................................35
Cleaning the drain pump ...............35
Before the next wash .....................37
Cleaning the water outlet hose
at the siphon...................................37
Clean the water inlet filters. ............38
Troubleshooting............................41
Error code / Fault display / Sig-
nal...................................................41
Malfunctions ...................................42
Noise ..............................................45
Problem with results.......................46
Leakage..........................................46
Odours............................................47
Emergency release ........................48
Transportation, storage and
disposal .........................................48
Disposing of old appliance ............48
Removing the appliance ................49
Inserting the transit bolts................49
Using the appliance again .............49
Customer Service..........................50
Product number (E-Nr.) and pro-
duction number (FD) ......................50
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Consumption values.....................51
Technical specifications...............51
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Safety

Please read the safety information to ensure that you use the ap­pliance safely.

General information

You can find general information about this instruction manual here.
¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. Only this will ensure you
use the appliance safely and efficiently.
¡ This manual is intended for the installer and the user of the ap-
pliance.
¡ Follow the safety instructions and warnings. ¡ Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe
for future reference or for the next owner.
¡ Check the appliance after unpacking it. Do not connect the ap-
pliance if it has been damaged in transit.

Intended use

Read the information on intended use to ensure that you use the appliance correctly and safely. Only use this appliance:
¡ According to this installation and instruction manual. ¡ For washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool
in accordance with the care label.
¡ With tap water and commercially available detergents and care
products suitable for washing machines.
¡ In private households and in enclosed spaces in a domestic en-
vironment.
¡ Up to an altitude of max. 4000m above sea level.
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Restriction on user group

Avoid risks to children and vulnerable persons. This appliance may be used by children aged 8 or over and by people who have reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or inadequate experience and/or knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the appliance safely and have understood the resulting dangers. Do not let children play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by chil­dren unless they are being supervised. Keep children under the age of 3 years and pets away from the appliance.

Safe installation

Take note of the safety instructions when installing the appliance.
WARNING‒Risk of electric shock!
¡ Improper 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 current only via a properly installed socket with earthing.
The protective conductor system of the domestic electrical installation must be properly installed. The installation must have a sufficiently large cross section.
When using a residual current circuit breaker, only use a type with the mark.
Never equip the appliance with an external switching device, e.g. a timer or remote control.
When the appliance is installed, the mains plug of the power cord must be freely accessible. If free access is not possible, an all-pole isolating switch must be installed in the permanent electrical installation according to the installation regulations.
When installing the appliance, check that the power cable is not trapped or damaged.
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¡ If the insulation of the power cord is damaged, this is danger-
ous.
Never let the power cord come into contact with hot appli­ance parts or heat sources.
Never let the power cord come into contact with sharp points or edges.
Never kink, crush or modify the power cord.
WARNING‒Risk of fire!
It is dangerous to use an extended power cord and non-ap­proved adapters.
Do not use extension cables or multiple socket strips.
If the power cord is too short, contact Customer Service.
Only use adapters approved by the manufacturer.
WARNING‒Risk of injury!
¡ The high weight of the appliance may result in injury when lif-
ted.
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.
Only stack the dryer on a washing machine using the con­nection kit from the dryer manufacturer . No other installa­tion method is permitted.
Do not install the appliance in a washer-dryer stack if the dryer manufacturer does not offer a suitable connection kit.
Do not install appliances from different manufacturers and with varying depths and widths in a washer-dryer stack.
Do not install a washer-dryer stack on a platform; the appli­ances may tip over.
WARNING‒Risk of suffocation!
Children may put packaging material over their heads or wrap themselves up in it and suffocate.
Keep packaging material away from children.
Do not let children play with packaging material.
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CAUTION‒Risk of injury!
¡ The appliance may vibrate or move when in use.
Place the appliance on a clean, even, solid surface.
Align the appliance using the appliance feet and a spirit level.
¡ If hoses and power cords have been laid incorrectly, this
causes a tripping hazard.
Lay hoses and power cords in such a way that there is no risk of tripping.
¡ If the appliance is moved by holding onto protruding compon-
ents, such as the appliance door, the parts may break off.
Do not move the appliance by holding onto protruding parts.
CAUTION‒Risk of cutting!
Touching sharp edges on the appliance may lead to cuts.
Do not touch the sharp edges on the appliance.
Wear protective gloves when installing and transporting the appliance.

Safe use

Follow these safety instructions when using the appliance.
WARNING‒Risk of electric shock!
¡ If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is danger-
ous.
Never operate a damaged appliance.
Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance. Al­ways unplug the appliance at the mains.
If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, immediately unplug the power cord or switch off the fuse in the fuse box and turn off the water tap.
Call Customer Service. →Page50
Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff.
¡ An ingress of moisture can cause an electric shock.
Only use the appliance in enclosed spaces.
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Never expose the appliance to intense heat or humidity.
Do not use steam- or high-pressure cleaners, hoses or sprays to clean the appliance.
WARNING‒Risk of harm to health!
Children can lock themselves in the appliance, thereby putting their lives at risk.
Do not install the appliance behind a door as this may ob­struct the appliance door or prevent it from opening.
With redundant appliances, unplug the power cord. Then cut through the cord and damage the lock on the appliance door beyond repair so that the appliance door will no longer close.
WARNING‒Risk of suffocation!
Children may breathe in or swallow small parts, causing them to suffocate.
Keep small parts away from children.
Do not let children play with small parts.
WARNING‒Risk of poisoning!
Detergents and care products may result in poisoning if con­sumed.
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 cleaning agents that contain solvents may cause an explosion in the appliance.
Rinse pretreated laundry thoroughly with water before wash­ing.
CAUTION‒Risk of injury!
¡ The worktop may break if you stand on or climb onto the ap-
pliance.
Do not stand on or climb onto the appliance.
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¡ The appliance may tip over if you sit on or lean against the
open door.
Do not sit on or lean against the appliance door.
Do not place any objects on the appliance door.
¡ Reaching into the drum while it is still turning may cause hand
injuries.
Wait for the drum to come to a complete stop before reach­ing inside.
CAUTION‒Risk of burns!
When washing at high temperatures, the glass in the appli­ance door becomes hot.
Do not touch the appliance door when it is hot.
Keep children away from the appliance door when it is hot.
CAUTION‒Risk of scalding!
When you wash at high temperatures, the detergent solution gets hot.
Do not touch the hot detergent solution.
CAUTION‒Risk of chemical burns!
If the detergent drawer is opened, detergent and care products may spray out from the appliance. Contact with eyes or skin may cause irritation.
Rinse eyes and/or skin thoroughly with clean water if they come into contact with detergents or care products.
If accidentally swallowed, seek medical advice.
Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of chil­dren.

Safe cleaning and maintenance

Take note of the safety instructions when cleaning and performing maintenance work on the appliance.
WARNING‒Risk of electric shock!
¡ Improper repairs are dangerous.
Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff.
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Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance.
If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer's Customer Service or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent any risk.
¡ An ingress of moisture can cause an electric shock.
Do not use steam- or high-pressure cleaners, hoses or sprays to clean the appliance.
WARNING‒Risk of injury!
The use of non-original spare parts and non-original accessor­ies is dangerous.
Only use the manufacturer's original spare parts and ori­ginal accessories.
WARNING‒Risk of poisoning!
Poisonous fumes may be given off if you use cleaning agents that contain solvents.
Do not use cleaning agents that contain solvents.
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Preventing material damage

Preventing material dam­age
Follow these instructions to avoid ma­terial damage and damage to the ap­pliance.
ATTENTION!
¡ The functionality of the appliance
may be impaired if you use the wrong quantity of fabric softener, detergent, care product or clean­ing agent.
Follow the dosage recommend­ations from the manufacturer.
¡ Exceeding the maximum load ca-
pacity impairs the function of the appliance.
Observe the maximum load ca­pacity →Page22 for each pro­gramme and do not exceed it.
¡ The appliance is secured for trans-
portation using transit bolts. Transit bolts which have not been re­moved may result in material dam­age and damage to the appliance.
Before starting up the appliance, remove the transit bolts com­pletely and keep them in a safe place.
Before transport, fit the transit bolts fully in order to prevent damage in transit.
¡ If the water pressure is too high or
too low, this may impair function­ing of the appliance.
Make sure that the water pres­sure in the water supply system is min. 100kPa (1bar) and max. 1000kPa (10bar).
If the water pressure exceeds the maximum value specified, a pressure-reducing valve must be installed between the drinking water connection and the hose set of the appliance.
¡ Modified or damaged water hoses
may result in material damage and damage to the appliance.
Never kink, crush, modify or cut through water hoses.
Only use the water hoses sup­plied with the appliance or genu­ine spare hoses.
Never re-use water hoses that have been used before.
¡ Unsuitable cleaning products may
damage the surfaces of the appli­ance.
Do not use harsh or abrasive detergents.
Do not use cleaning products with a high alcohol content.
Do not use hard scouring pads or cleaning sponges.
Clean the appliance with nothing but water and a soft, damp cloth.
Remove all detergent residue, spray residue or other residues immediately if they come into contact with the appliance.

Environmental protection and saving energy

Environmental protection and saving energy
Help protect the environment by us­ing your appliance in a way that con­serves resources and by disposing of reusable materials properly.

Disposing of packaging

The packaging materials are environ­mentally compatible and can be re­cycled.
Sort the individual components by type and dispose of them separ­ately.
Information about current disposal methods are available from your specialist dealer or local authority.
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Save energy and conserve re­sources
If you follow these instructions, your appliance will use less electricity and less water.
Do not exceed the programme's maximum load capacity →Page22.
A higher load capacity extends the programme duration and in­creases energy consumption.
Use the programme's maximum load capacity →Page22.
The energy and resource con­sumption is the most efficient.
Add →Page29 detergent based on the laundry's degree of soiling.
For light to normal soiling, a smal­ler amount of detergent is suffi­cient. Observe the dosage recom­mendation from the detergent manufacturer.
Reduce the washing temperature for lightly and normally soiled laundry.
At low temperatures, the appliance consumes less energy. For light to normal soiling, lower temperatures than indicated on the care label are also sufficient.
Set the maximum spin speed if you want to dry the laundry in a tumble dryer afterwards.
The drier the laundry, the shorter the programme duration when dry­ing which, in turn, reduces energy consumption.
Wash the laundry without prewash.
Washing with prewash increases the programme duration and in­creases energy and water con­sumption.
The appliance has a continuous automatic load adjustment function.
Depending on the type of fabric and load capacity, the continuous automatic load adjustment func­tion optimally adjusts the water consumption and programme dur­ation.

Energy saving mode

If you do not use the appliance for an extended period, it automatically switches to energy-saving mode. All displays go out and Start/ Reload
⁠ flashes. Energy-saving mode ends when you use the appliance again, e.g. if you open or close the door.

Installation and connection

Installation and connec­tion
You can find out where and how best to install your appliance here. You will also learn how to connect the ap­pliance to the water and power sup­ply.

Unpacking the appliance

1. Remove any packaging and pro-
tective covers completely from the appliance.
2. Check the appliance for visible
damage.
3. ATTENTION! Objects remaining in
the drum that are not designed for operation with the appliance may cause material damage and dam­age to the appliance.
Remove these objects, along with all supplied accessories, from the drum before starting the appliance.
Open the door and remove the ac­cessory from the drum.
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Contents of package

After unpacking all parts, check for any damage in transit and completeness of the delivery.
Washing machine
Accompanying documents
Water inlet hose
Cover caps
Requirements for the installa­tion location
The appliance may "wander" when it spins. Observe the instructions for the installation location.
Note:Please read the safety informa­tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock!
The appliance contains live parts. Touching live parts is dangerous.
Do not operate the appliance without a cover cap.
WARNING
Risk of injury!
When using the appliance on a base, the appliance may tip over.
Always secure the feet of the appli­ance to a base using the manufac­turer's fixing brackets →Page25 before using the appliance for the first time.
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ATTENTION!
¡ If the appliance is installed in
areas exposed to frost or out­doors, frozen residual water may damage the appliance and frozen hoses may crack or split.
Do not install or operate this ap­pliance anywhere that is liable to experience frost and/or out­doors.
¡ The appliance underwent a func-
tion test before leaving the factory and may, therefore, contain resid­ual water. This residual water may leak out if the appliance is tilted at an angle greater than 40°.
Tilt the appliance carefully.
Installation location Requirements
On a base Secure the appliance
with fixing brackets →Page25.
On a wooden joist floor
Place the appliance on a water-resistant wooden board which is screwed tightly to the floor. The wooden board should be at least 30 mm thick.
Installation location Requirements
On a wall Do not trap the hoses
between the wall and the appliance.

Removing the transit bolts

The appliance is secured for trans­portation using transit bolts on the rear of the appliance.
Notes
¡ Please read the safety information
→Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
¡ Keep the transit bolts, screws and
sleeves in a safe place for future transport →Page48.
1. Pull the hoses out of the holders.
In a kitchen unit ¡ A niche width of
60 cm is required.
¡ Only install the ap-
pliance under­neath a continuous worktop that is se­curely connected to adjacent cabin­ets.
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2. Unscrew and remove all four
screws for the transit bolts with a WAF 13 wrench.
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3. Pull the power cord out of the
holder.
4. Remove the four sleeves.
5. Put on the four cover caps.
6. Press down on the four cover
caps.

Connecting the appliance

Connect your appliance to the power supply, water inlet and water outlet.
Connecting the water inlet hose Note:Please read the safety informa-
tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
1. Connect the water inlet hose.
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min. 10 mm
2. Connect the water inlet hose to a
tap (26.4mm=3/4").
3. Open the water tap carefully and
check that the connection points are tight.

Water outlet connection types

This information is intended to help you to connect this appliance to the water outlet.
Note:Please read the safety informa­tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
ATTENTION!
When draining, the water outlet hose is subject to water pressure and may come loose from the installed con­nection point.
Secure the water outlet hose against unintentional loosening.
Drainage into a si­phon. Secure the connec­tion point with a (24– 40 mm) hose clamp.
Drainage into a plastic pipe with rubber sleeve or into a gully. Fix and secure the wa­ter outlet hose with an elbow →Page25.

Connecting the appliance to the electricity supply

Note:Please read the safety informa-
tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
1. Insert the mains plug of the appli-
ance's power cable in a socket nearby.
The connection details of the appli­ance can be found under Tech­nical data →Page51.
2. Check the mains plug is inserted
properly.

Aligning the appliance

In order to reduce noise and vibra­tion and to prevent the appliance from moving, align the appliance cor­rectly.
Note:Please read the safety informa­tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
1. Loosen the lock nuts using a WAF
17 wrench by turning it in a clock­wise direction.
Drainage into a wash basin. Fix and secure the wa­ter outlet hose with an elbow →Page25.
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2. To align the appliance, turn the ap-
pliance feet. Check that the appli­ance is level using a spirit level.
All appliance feet must stand firmly on the ground.
3. Screw the lock nuts tightly against
the housing using a WAF 17 wrench.
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In doing so, hold the foot tight and do not adjust its height.
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Familiarising yourself with your appliance

Familiarising yourself with your appliance
Familiarise yourself with the parts of your appliance.

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.
Maintenance flap for the drain pump
→Page35
Door
Detergent drawer →Page19
Controls →Page19
Water outlet hose →Page16
Power cord →Page16
Transit bolts →Page14
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Detergent drawer

Below is an overview of the structure of the detergent drawer.
Compartment II:
¡ Detergent for main wash ¡ Water softener ¡ Bleach ¡ Stain remover
Compartment :
¡ Fabric softener ¡ Liquid starch ¡ Waterproofing agent
Compartment I:
¡ Detergent for prewash ¡ Hygiene detergent

Controls

The controls are used to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status.
Programmes →Page22
Programme selector →Page29
Buttons →Page24
Display →Page20
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Display

The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information.
Display Designation Description
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10h
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––– - 1000 Spin speed Set spin speed in rpm.
Start/Pause Start, cancel or pause
Wash Programme status
Rinse Programme status
Spin Programme status
––– Rinse Hold Programme status
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Programme duration/ programme time re-
Expected programme duration or programme time re­maining.
maining "Ready in" time The programme end has been set and the remaining
number of hours is displayed.
→"Buttons", Page24
Recommended load The maximum load capacity for the selected pro-
gramme in kg.
→"Buttons", Page24
– 0 – = No final spin, only draining ––– : Rinse Hold, no draining
¡ Lights up: The programme is running and can be
cancelled or paused.
¡ Flashes: The programme can be started or contin-
ued.
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Display Designation Description
End End of programme Programme status
Childproof lock ¡ Lights up: The childproof lock is activated.
¡ Flashes: The childproof lock is active and the pro-
gramme selector has been adjusted.
→"Deactivating the childproof lock", Page32
SpeedPerfect Short wash activated.
→"Buttons", Page24
Voltage control system Flashes: The automatic voltage control system detects
unauthorised voltage drops.
→"Error code / Fault display / Signal", Page41
Note:The programme is interrupted
Voltage control system Flashes: The automatic voltage control system detects
unauthorised voltage drops.
→"Error code / Fault display / Signal", Page41
Note:The programme duration is extended.
Door ¡ Lights up: The door is locked and cannot be
opened.
¡ Flashes: The door is not closed properly. ¡ Off: The door is unlocked and can be opened.
Tap ¡ No water pressure.
→"Error code / Fault display / Signal", Page41
¡ The water pressure is too low.
E:60 / -2B
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Error Error code, error display, signal.
→"Error code / Fault display / Signal", Page41
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Spin Speed ⁠ ––– (Rinse Hold)
SpeedPerfect
Max. spin speed (rpm)
1
Max. temperat­ure (°C)
Max. load (kg)
8 90 1000
8 60 1000
8 40 1000
blended fabrics.
Also suitable as a short programme for normally soiled
laundry when you activate SpeedPerfect ⁠ . If Speed-
Perfect ⁠ is activated, the maximum load capacity is
reduced to 5kg.
blended fabrics.
Energy-saving programme.
Note:To save energy, the actual washing temperature
may deviate from the set washing temperature. The
washing performance meets legal requirements.
blended fabrics.
Programme with prewash for heavily soiled laundry.
Divide the detergent between the detergent drawer for
the prewash and the main wash.
→"Detergent drawer", Page19
The specified value is rounded.

Programmes

Below is an overview of the programmes. You can find information on the load and on the setting options.
Tip:The laundry's care labels provide you with additional information on programme selection.
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→"Care symbols on the care labels", Page27
Program: Description
Cottons Wash hard-wearing items made from cotton, linen or
Cottons Wash hard-wearing items made from cotton, linen or
Prewash Wash hard-wearing items made from cotton, linen or
EasyCare Wash items made from synthetic or blended fabrics. 4 40 1000
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Spin Speed ⁠ ––– (Rinse Hold)
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SpeedPerfect
Max. spin speed (rpm)
1
Max. temperat­ure (°C)
Max. load (kg)
2 30 800
2 30 800
1000
1000
4 30 1000
2 40 800
Program: Description
and synthetics.
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.
wool or contain wool.
To prevent the laundry from shrinking, the drum moves
the items very gently with long pauses.
Use a detergent that is suitable for wool.
water.
If you only want to drain the water, activate – 0 – . The
laundry is not spun.
from cotton or easy-care fabric, e.g. jeans.
Delicates/ Silk Wash delicate, washable items made from silk, viscose
Wool Hand- or machine-washable items that are made from
Rinse Rinses and then spins the laundry, and then drains the
Spin/ Drain Spins and drains the water.
Dark Laundry Wash dark-coloured and colour-intense items made
Turn laundry inside-out before washing.
Use liquid detergent.
fibres, microfibre or fleece.
Use a detergent that is suitable for sports items.
Do not use fabric softener.
Tip:Use the EasyCare programme to wash heavily
soiled laundry.
The specified value is rounded.
Sportswear Wash sports and leisure items made from synthetic
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Buttons

Below is an overview of the buttons and their setting options. The selection of programme settings depends on the selected programme. You can see the selection options for each programme in the overview for →"Programmes", Page22.
Button Selection Description
Start/ Reload ⁠ ¡ Start
¡ Cancel ¡ Pause
SpeedPerfect ⁠ (SpeedPerfect)
Ready in ⁠ 1–24 hours Set the programme end.
Spin Speed ⁠ – 0 – – 1000 rpm Adjust the spin speed or deactivate the spin
Spin Speed ⁠ ––– – 1000 Adjust the spin speed or activate ––– (Rinse
⁠ 3 sec. ¡ Activate
¡ Activate ¡ Deactivate
¡ Deactivate
Start, cancel or pause the programme.
Activate or deactivate a short washing pro­gramme.
Note:Energy consumption increases. The washing result is not affected by this.
The programme duration is already included in the set number of hours. Once the programme has started, the pro­gramme duration is displayed.
cycle. If – 0 – is selected, the water is drained and the spin cycle is deactivated at the end of the wash­ing cycle. The laundry stays wet inside the drum.
Hold). If ––– is selected, the water is not drained at the end of the washing cycle and the spin cycle is deactivated. The laundry remains in the water used for rinsing.
Activate or deactivate the childproof lock. Disable the control panel to prevent unwanted or accidental operation. If the childproof lock is activated and the appli­ance has been switched off, the childproof lock remains activated.
→"Childproof lock", Page32
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Accessories

Accessories
Only use original accessories. These have been made especially for your appli­ance. Here you can find an overview of your appliance's accessories and how to use them.
Use Order number
Water inlet hose extension Extend the water inlet hose for
WMZ2381
cold water or AquaStop (approx.
2.50 m).
Fixing brackets Improves the stability of the ap-
WMZ2200
pliance.
Longer water inlet hose Replace the standard water in-
00353925 let hose with a longer hose (2.20 m).
Elbow Secure the water outlet hose in
00655300 place.

Before using for the first time

Before using for the first time
Prepare the appliance for use.

Starting an empty washing cycle

Your appliance was inspected thor­oughly before leaving the factory. To remove any residual water, run the first wash cycle without any laundry.
Note:Please read the safety informa­tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
1. Turn the programme selector to
90°C Cottons .
2. Close the door.
3. Pull out the detergent drawer.
4. Pour approx. 1 litre of tap water
into compartment II.
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5. Pour washing powder into com-
partmentII.
To prevent foaming, use only half of the amount of detergent recom­mended by the detergent manufac­turer for light soiling. Do not use detergent suitable for woollens or delicates.
6. Push in the detergent drawer.
7. Press Start/ Reload ⁠ to start
the programme.
a The display shows the remaining
programme duration.
a After the programme has ended,
the display shows: "End" .
8. Start the first wash cycle or set the
programme selector to Off to switch off the appliance. →"Basic operation", Page29

Laundry

Laundry
You can wash all items that the man­ufacturer has marked as machine­washable on the care label and fab­rics made from hand-washable wool using your appliance.

Preparing the laundry

ATTENTION!
Objects remaining in the laundry may damage the laundry and the drum.
Remove all items from any pock­ets in your laundry before using the appliance.
To protect your appliance and the laundry, prepare the laundry be­forehand.
– Empty all pockets – Brush sand out of all collars and
pockets
– Close bed covers and cushion
covers
– Close all zips, Velcro fasteners,
hooks and eyes
– Tie cloth belts and apron strings
together or use a mesh laundry bag
– Remove curtain hooks and lead
strips or use a mesh laundry bag
– Use a mesh laundry bag for
small items of laundry such as children's socks
– Separate items of laundry and
shake them out
– Wash large and small items of
laundry together
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– Dab fresh stains with soapy wa-
ter (do not rub them)
– Some stubborn or dried-in stains
can be removed by washing several times

Sorting laundry

Note:Please read the safety informa-
tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
To improve washing results and prevent discolouration, sort the laundry according to the following criteria before washing.
– Type of fabric and fibre type – Whites – Colours
Wash new coloured items separately the first time you wash them.
– Soiling →Page27 – Care symbols on the care labels
→Page27

Degrees of soiling

Degree of soiling Soiling Examples
Light ¡ No dirt or stains are visible
¡ Laundry has absorbed odours
Normal Dirt or light stains are visible ¡ T-shirts, shirts or blouses are
Heavy Dirt or stains are clearly visible Tea towels, baby items or work
Light summer clothing or sports clothing that has been worn for a just a few hours
sweat-soaked or have been
worn a few times
¡ Towels or bedding that has
been used for up to one week
clothing

Care symbols on the care labels

The symbols indicate the recommended programme and the numbers in the symbols indicate the maximum recommended washing temperature.
Symbol Washing process Recommended programme
Normal Cottons ⁠ Gentle Easy Care ⁠ Particularly gentle Delicates/Silk for washing by
hand
Hand wash Wool Not suitable for machine-washing
Tip:You can find more information about care symbols at www.gine­tex.ch.
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Detergents and care products

Detergents and care products
You can protect your appliance and your laundry by selecting and using the correct detergents and care products. You can use all detergents and care products which are suitable for domestic washing machines.
Note:Please read the safety informa­tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
The manufacturer's instructions for use and dosage can be found on the packaging.
Notes
¡ Only use liquid detergents that are
self-flowing
¡ Do not mix different liquid deter-
gents
¡ Do not mix detergent and fabric
softener
¡ Do not use products which have
developed a top layer or are highly congealed
¡ Do not use products containing
solvents, caustic agents or volatile substances (e.g. bleach)
¡ Use dyes sparingly as salt may
damage stainless steel
¡ Do not use bleaching agents in the
appliance

Detergent recommendation

This information is intended to help you to choose the right detergent for your items.
Fabrics Detergent Programme Temperature
Heat-resistant white fabrics made from cotton or linen
Coloured fabrics made from linen or cotton
Coloured fabrics made from easy-care fibres or synthetic materials
Delicate fabrics made from silk or viscose
Wool Detergent for woollens Wool From cold up to 40 °C
Standard detergent with op-
Cottons From cold up to 90 °C
tical brighteners Detergent for colours
Cottons From cold up to 60 °C without bleach or optical brighteners
Detergent for colours/delic-
Easy Care From cold up to 60 °C ates without optical bright­eners
Delicates Delicates/Silk From cold up to 40 °C
Tip:Visit www.cleanright.eu to find further information on detergents, care products and cleaning agents for domestic use.
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Detergent dosage

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Use the correct detergent dosage to achieve optimal washing results and save resources.
The detergent dosage depends on:
¡ The amount of laundry
¡ Water hardness
You can find out how hard your water is from your local water com­pany or measure it yourself using a water hardness tester.
¡ Degree of soiling
Water hardness
Hardness range Total hardness in mmol/l German degrees in °dH
soft (I) 0–1.5 0–8.4 medium (II) 1.5– 2.5 8.4–14 hard (III) over 2.5 over 14
Example of a manufacturer's instructions for detergent
These example values refer to a standard load of 4–5 kg.
Soiling Light Normal Heavy
Water hardness: Soft/medium 40ml 55ml 80ml Water hardness: Hard/very hard 55ml 80ml 105ml
The dosages can be found on the manufacturer's packaging. ¡ Adjust the dosage to the actual
load.

Basic operation

Basic operation
You can find out everything you need to know about operating your appli­ance here.

Switching on the appliance

Turn the programme selector to a programme.

Setting a programme

1. Set the programme selector to the
required programme →Page22.
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2. If necessary, adjust the pro-
gramme settings →Page30.
Adjusting the programme set­tings
Depending on the programme and programme progress, you can adjust or activate/deactivate the settings.
Note:Overview of all programme set­tings: →"Buttons", Page24
Requirement:A programme has been set.
Adjust the programme settings. The programme settings are not
saved permanently for the pro­gramme.

Loading laundry

Notes
¡ Please read the safety information
→Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
¡ To prevent creasing, take note of
the maximum load for the relevant programme →Page22.
Requirement:Prepare and sort the laundry. →"Laundry", Page26
1. Open the door.
2. Ensure that the drum is empty.
3. Separate the laundry and place it
in the drum.
4. Note:Ensure that there is no laun-
dry trapped in the door. Close the door.

Adding detergent and care product

Note:Please read the safety informa-
tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
Requirement:Find out the optimum dosage for detergent and care product. →Page28
1. Pull out the detergent drawer.
2. Pour in detergent.
→"Detergent drawer", Page19
3. If required, add the care product.
4. Push in the detergent drawer.

Starting the programme

Note:If you want to change the time
until the programme ends, set the "Ready in" time first.
Press Start/ Reload ⁠ .
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 either the pro-
gramme duration or the "Ready in" time.
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a After the programme has ended,
the display shows: "End" .

Adjusting the "Ready in" time before the programme starts

You can readjust the selected "Ready in" time before the programme starts.
1. Press Start/ Reload ⁠ .
2. Press Ready in ⁠ repeatedly until
the display indicates the desired "Ready in" time.
3. Press Start/ Reload ⁠ .

Soaking laundry

You can soak the laundry before washing in the appliance by pausing the programme.
Note:No additional detergent is re­quired. The soaking solution is then used for washing.
1. Start the programme.
2. To pause the programme, after ap-
prox. 10 minutes, press Start/ Re­load ⁠ .
3. To resume the programme, after
the desired soaking time, press
Start/ Reload ⁠ .

Adding laundry

Note:Please read the safety informa-
tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
1. Press Start/ Reload ⁠ .
The appliance is paused and checks whether it is possible to add or remove laundry. Take note of the programme status. →"Display", Page20
2. Add or remove laundry.
3. Close the door.
4. Press Start/ Reload ⁠ .

Cancelling the programme

Once the programme has started, you can cancel it at any time.
Note:Please read the safety informa­tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
1. Press Start/ Reload ⁠ .
2. Open the door.
The appliance door remains locked for safety reasons if the temperature and water levels are high. – If the temperature is high, start
the Rinse programme.
– If the water level is high: Start
the Spin or Drain programme.
3. Remove the laundry.

Resuming the programme when the programme status is Rinse Hold

1. Set the Spin or Drain pro-
gramme.
2. Press Start/ Reload ⁠ .

Unloading the laundry

Note:Please read the safety informa-
tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
1. Open the door.
2. Remove the laundry.
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Switching off the appliance

1. Turn the programme selector to
Off .
2. Turn off the tap.
3. Wipe the rubber gasket dry and re-
move any foreign objects.
a The childproof lock remains active
even after the appliance has been switched off.

Deactivating the childproof lock

Requirement:To deactivate the
childproof lock, the appliance must be switched on.
Press and hold the two 3 sec. buttons for approx. 3seconds.
So that the programme currently running is not cancelled, the pro­gramme selector must be set to the initial programme.
a ⁠ goes out in the display.
4. Leave the door and detergent
drawer open so that residual water can evaporate.

Childproof lock

Childproof lock
Secure your appliance against being operated unintentionally using the controls.

Activating the childproof lock

Press and hold the two 3 sec. buttons for approx. 3seconds.
a The display shows ⁠ . a The controls are locked.
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Basic settings

Basic settings
You can configure the appliance to meet your needs.

Overview of the basic settings

Below is an overview of the basic settings on your appliance.
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Basic setting Programme pos-
Value Description
ition
End signal 2 0 (off)
1 (quiet) 2 (medium) 3 (loud) 4 (very loud)
Button signal 3 0 (off)
1 (quiet) 2 (medium) 3 (loud) 4 (very loud)

Changing the basic settings

1. Set the programme selector to po-
sition 1.
Set the volume of the signal at the end of the programme.
Set the volume of the audible signal emitted when selecting the buttons.
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2
2. Press Start/ Reload ⁠ and, at
the same time, turn the pro­gramme selector to position2.
a The display shows the current
value.
3. Set the programme selector to the
required position. →"Overview of the basic settings",
Page33
4. To change the value, press Ready
in .
5. To save the changes, switch off
the appliance.

Cleaning and servicing

Cleaning and servicing
To keep your appliance working effi­ciently for a long time, it is important to clean and maintain it carefully.

Tips on appliance care

Follow the tips for appliance care to ensure your appliance works cor­rectly in the long term.
Wipe down the hous­ing and the control panel with nothing but water and a damp cloth.
Remove all detergent residue, spray residue or other residues im­mediately.
Keep the appliance door and detergent drawer open after use.
The appliance parts remain clean and hy­gienic.
Fresh deposits are easier to remove without leaving any residue.
This allows the resid­ual water to dry, redu­cing odours in the ap­pliance.

Cleaning the drum

If you often wash at a washing tem­perature of 40°C and lower or the appliance has not been used for a long period, clean the drum.
Run the 90°C Cottons pro­gramme without laundry.
Add washing powder.

Cleaning the detergent drawer

Note:Please read the safety informa-
tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
1. Pull out the detergent drawer.
2. Press down on the insert and re-
move the detergent drawer.
3. Press out the insert upwards from
below.
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4. Clean the detergent drawer and in-
sert with water and a brush, and then dry them.
5. Fit the insert and lock it into place.
6. Cleaning the opening for the deter-
gent drawer.
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Descaling

If you add detergent correctly, you do not need to descale your appliance. If you still wish to use descaler, follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.
ATTENTION!
The use of unsuitable descaling agents, e.g. for coffee machines, may damage the appliance.
For this appliance, only use de­scaling agents that are available from the manufacturer's website or our after-sales service.

Cleaning the drain pump

Clean the drain pump in the event of faults, e.g. blockages or rattling noises.
Emptying the drain pump Note:Please read the safety informa-
tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
1. Turn off the water tap.
2. Switch off the appliance.
3. Disconnect the appliance's mains
plug from the power supply.
4. Open the maintenance flap.
7. Push in the detergent drawer.
5. Remove the maintenance flap.
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6. Push a receptacle under the open-
ing.
7. Take the drain hose out of the
holder.
To allow the detergent solution to flow out into the container, remove the sealing cap.
9. Firmly press on the sealing cap.
10.Insert the drain hose into the
holder.
8.
CAUTION-Risk of scalding!
When you wash at high temperat­ures, the detergent solution gets hot.
Do not touch the hot detergent solution.
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Cleaning the drain pump Note:Please read the safety informa-
tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
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90°
1
2
Requirement:The drain pump is empty. →Page35
1. Because water may remain in the
drain pump, remove the pump cap carefully.
2. Clean the inside and the thread on
the pump cap and pump housing.
3. Make sure that the impeller in the
drain pump can be turned.
4. Insert the pump cap and screw it
on.
The handle on the pump cap must be in a vertical position.
5. Insert the maintenance flap and
lock it into place.
6. Close the maintenance flap.

Before the next wash

To prevent unused detergent from flowing straight into the outlet in the next wash, run the Drain programme after you have emptied the drain pump.
1. Turn on the tap.
2. Insert the mains plug.
3. Switch on the appliance.
4. Pour 1 litre of water into compart-
ment II.
5. Start the Drain programme.

Cleaning the water outlet hose at the siphon

If the water outlet hose at the siphon is dirty or the detergent solution is not being pumped out, you must clean these.
1. Switch off the appliance.
2. Disconnect the appliance's mains
plug from the power supply.
3. Loosen the hose clamp and care-
fully remove the water outlet hose.
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Residual water may leak out.
4. Clean the water outlet hose and si-
phon connecting piece.

Clean the water inlet filters.

Clean the filter in the water inlet in the event of blockages or if the water pressure is too low.

Emptying the water inlet hose

1. Turn off the tap.
2. Set a programme, except for
Rinse , Spin or Drain .
3. Start the programme and leave it
to run for approx. 40seconds.
4. Switch off the appliance.
5. Disconnect the appliance's mains
plug from the power supply.
Cleaning the filter on the tap Note:Please read the safety informa-
tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
Requirement:The water inlet hose is empty.
1. Remove the water inlet hose from
the tap.
5. Reattach the water outlet hose and
secure the connection point using the hose clamp.
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2. Clean the filter with a small brush.
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1
2
3. Connect the water inlet hose and
check for leaks.
Cleaning the filter on the appliance Note:Please read the safety informa-
tion →Page4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely.
Requirement:The water inlet hose is empty. →"Emptying the water inlet hose",
Page38
1. Disconnect the hose from the rear
of the appliance.
2. Use pliers to remove the filter.
3. Clean the filter with a small brush.
4. Reinsert the filter.
5. Connect the hose and check for
leaks.
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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting
You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot­ing information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unneces­sary costs.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock!
Improper repairs are dangerous.
Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff.
Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance.
If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer's Customer Service or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent any risk.

Error code / Fault display / Signal

Errors Cause Troubleshooting
The display goes out and Start/ Reload ⁠ flashes.
Energy-saving mode is act­ive
"E:36 / -10" Drain pipe or water outlet
hose is blocked.
Drain pipe or water drain hose is caught or jammed.
Drain pump is blocked.
The water outlet hose is con­nected too high.
"E:36 / -25 / -26" Drain pump is blocked.
"E:60 / -2B" The unbalanced load detec-
tion system has interrupted the spin cycle because the laundry is unevenly distrib­uted.
The water pressure is low.
The filters in the water inflow are blocked.
Press any button.
a The symbol lights up again.
Clean the drain pipe and the water outlet hose.
Ensure that the drain pipe and wa­ter drain hose are not kinked or trapped.
→"Cleaning the drain pump", Page35
Install the water outlet hose at a maximum height of 1 metre.
→"Technical specifications", Page51
→"Cleaning the drain pump", Page35
Redistribute the laundry in the drum.
Note:Where possible, mix large and small items in the drum. Different sized items of laundry distribute themselves better during the spin cycle.
Clean the filters in the water inflow
→Page38.
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Errors Cause Troubleshooting
The tap is turned off.
The water inlet hose is kinked or jammed.
flashes.
The automatic voltage con­trol system detects an unau­thorised voltage under-us­age.
flashes.
Voltage under-usage causes
Turn on the tap.
Ensure that the water inlet hose is not kinked or jammed.
No remedial action possible.
Note:If the power supply is stable, the programme continues to run as nor­mal.
No remedial action possible.
a programme extension.
⁠ lights up. The temperature is too high.
Wait until the temperature has dropped.
→"Cancelling the programme", Page31
Water level is too high.
Laundry is caught in the door.
Start the Drain programme.
1. Open the door again.
2. Remove any trapped laundry.
3. Close the door.
4. Press Start/ Reload ⁠ to start
the programme.
⁠ flashes. Door is not closed. 1. Close the door.
2. Press Start/ Reload ⁠ to start
the programme.
All other error codes. Malfunction
Call the after-sales service.
→"Customer Service", Page50

Malfunctions

Errors Cause Troubleshooting
The appliance is not work­ing.
The programme does not start.
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The mains plug of the power cord is not plugged in.
The circuit breaker is faulty.
There has been a power cut.▶Check whether the lighting in your
You have not pressedStart/ Reload ⁠ .
Door is not closed. 1. Close the door.
Connect the appliance to the power supply.
Check the circuit breaker in the fuse box.
kitchen or other appliances are working.
Press Start/ Reload ⁠ .
Errors Cause Troubleshooting
The programme does not start.
Childproof lock is activated.
2. Press Start/ Reload ⁠ to start
the programme.
→"Deactivating the childproof lock", Page32
Ready in ⁠ is activated.
Check whether Ready in ⁠ is ac­tivated.
→"Buttons", Page24
Laundry is caught in the door.
1. Open the door again.
2. Remove any trapped laundry.
3. Close the door.
4. Press Start/ Reload ⁠ to start
the programme.
The door cannot beopened. "–––" is activated.
Continue the programme by select­ing Spin or Drain and pressing Start/ Reload ⁠ .
→"Resuming the programme when the programme status is Rinse Hold", Page31
The temperature is too high.▶Wait until the temperature has
dropped.
→"Cancelling the programme", Page31
Water level is too high.
Power failure.
Start the Drain programme.
Open the door using the emergency release.
→"Emergency release", Page48
The water is not draining. Drain pipe or water outlet
hose is blocked.
Drain pipe or water drain hose is caught or jammed.
Clean the drain pipe and the water outlet hose.
Ensure that the drain pipe and wa­ter drain hose are not kinked or trapped.
Drain pump is blocked.
→"Cleaning the drain pump", Page35
"–––" is activated.
Continue the programme by select­ing Spin or Drain and pressing Start/ Reload ⁠ .
→"Resuming the programme when the programme status is Rinse Hold", Page31
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Errors Cause Troubleshooting
The water is not draining. The water outlet hose is con-
nected too high.
Install the water outlet hose at a maximum height of 1 metre.
→"Technical specifications", Page51
Water is not flowing in. De­tergent is not being dis­pensed.
The spin cycle runs several times.
You have not pressedStart/ Reload ⁠ .
The filters in the water inflow are blocked.
The tap is turned off.
The water inlet hose is kinked or jammed.
The unbalanced load detec­tion system eliminates an im­balance by repeatedly redis­tributing the laundry.
Press Start/ Reload ⁠ .
Clean the filters in the water inflow →Page38.
Turn on the tap.
Ensure that the water inlet hose is not kinked or jammed.
Not a fault – no action required.
Note:When loading, where possible, place large and small items of laundry together in the drum. Different sized items of laundry distribute themselves better during the spin cycle.
The programme duration changes during the wash cycle.
The programme operation is optimised electronically. This may change the pro-
Not a fault – no action required.
gramme duration. The unbalanced load detec-
tion system eliminates an im­balance by repeatedly redis­tributing the laundry.
Not a fault – no action required.
Note:When loading, where possible, place large and small items of laundry together in the drum. Different sized items of laundry distribute themselves better during the spin cycle.
Foam detection system
Not a fault – no action required. switches on a rinse cycle if foam build-up is too high.
No water is visible in the drum.
Drum jerks after the pro­gramme starts.
Residual water is present in the compartment ⁠.
Vibrations and movement of the appliance whilst spin-
Water is below the visible area.
This is caused by an internal motor test.
Insert in compartment is blocked.
Appliance is not correctly aligned.
Not a fault – no action required.
Not a fault – no action required.
→"Cleaning the detergent drawer",
Page34
→"Aligning the appliance",
Page16
ning.
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Errors Cause Troubleshooting
Vibrations and movement of the appliance whilst spin-
The appliance feet are not fixed.
ning.
Transit bolts have not been removed.
Heavy foam build-up Detergent dosage is too
high.
Secure the appliance feet.
→"Aligning the appliance",
Page16
→"Removing the transit bolts",
Page14
Immediate measure: Mix one table-
spoon of fabric softener with 0.5
litres of water and pour the mixture
into the left-hand compartment (not
for outdoor clothing, sportswear or
items stuffed with down).
Reduce the amount of detergent for
the next washing cycle with the
same load.
Drum does not turn, water does not flow in.
Load detection is active.
Not a fault – no action required.
Note:The load detection can take up to two minutes.

Noise

Errors Cause Troubleshooting
Rushing, hissing noise. Water is flushed under pres-
sure into the detergent drawer.
Banging noises, rattling in the drain pump.
Loud noises during the spin cycle.
Foreign bodies have got into the drain pump.
Appliance is not correctly aligned.
The appliance feet are not fixed.
Transit bolts have not been removed.
Slurping, rhythmical suction noise.
The drain pump is active, the detergent solution is pumped out.
Not a fault – normal operating
noise.
→"Cleaning the drain pump",
Page35
→"Aligning the appliance",
Page16
Secure the appliance feet.
→"Aligning the appliance",
Page16
→"Removing the transit bolts",
Page14
Not a fault – normal operating
noise.
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Problem with results

Errors Cause Troubleshooting
Creasing. The spin speed is too high.
The load is too large.
The wrong programme is se­lected for the type of fabric.
Detergent or fabric softener drips off the seal and col­lects on the door or in the
Too much detergent/fabric softener in the detergent drawer.
seal fold.
The spin result is not satis-
A low spin speed is selected.▶The next time you run a wash cycle,
factory. The laundry is too wet/too damp.
The unbalanced load detec­tion system has interrupted the spin cycle because the laundry is unevenly distrib­uted.
Detergent residue on the damp washing.
Detergents may contain wa­ter-insoluble substances that deposit on the laundry.
Detergent residue on the dry laundry.
Detergents may contain wa­ter-insoluble substances that deposit on the laundry.
The next time you run a wash cycle,
set a lower spin speed.
The next time you run a wash cycle,
reduce the amount of laundry being
loaded.
Select the programmes that are
suitable for the type of fabric.
→"Programmes", Page22
When dosing liquid detergent and
fabric softener, observe the mark-
ing in the detergent drawer and do
not dose above this.
set a higher spin speed.
Redistribute the laundry in the
drum.
Note:Where possible, mix large and small items in the drum. Different sized items of laundry distribute themselves better during the spin cycle.
Start the Rinse programme.
Brush out the laundry after washing
and drying.

Leakage

Errors Cause Troubleshooting
Water is leaking out at the water inlet hose.
Water is leaking out at the water outlet hose.
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Water inlet hose is not cor­rectly/securely connected.
The water outlet hose is damaged.
1. Connect the water supply hose cor-
rectly.
→"Connecting the water inlet
hose", Page15
2. Tighten the screw connection.
Replace the damaged water outlet
hose.
Errors Cause Troubleshooting
Water is leaking out at the water outlet hose.
Water outlet hose is not con­nected correctly.
Connect the water outlet hose cor-
rectly.
→"Water outlet connection types",
Page16

Odours

Errors Cause Troubleshooting
Odours have formed in the appliance.
Humidity and detergent residue may promote the formation of bacteria.
→"Cleaning the drum", Page34
Troubleshooting en
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en Transportation, storage and disposal

Emergency release

To remove the laundry in the event of a power failure, for example, you can manually release the door.
Releasing the door Requirement:The drain pump is
empty. →Page35
1. ATTENTION! Escaping water may
cause material damage.
Do not open the door if you can see water through the glass.
Pull the emergency release down­wards with a tool and release.
a The door lock is released.
2. Insert the service flap and lock it
into place.
3. Close the maintenance flap.

Transportation, storage and disposal

Transportation, storage and disposal
You can find out here how to prepare your appliance for transportation and storage. You will also find out how to dispose of old appliances.

Disposing of old appliance

Valuable raw materials can be re­claimed by recycling.
WARNING
Risk of harm to health!
Children can lock themselves in the appliance, thereby putting their lives at risk.
Do not install the appliance behind a door as this may obstruct the ap­pliance door or prevent it from opening.
With redundant appliances, unplug the power cord. Then cut through the cord and damage the lock on the appliance door beyond repair so that the appliance door will no longer close.
1. Unplug the appliance from the
mains.
2. Cut through the power cord.
3. Dispose of the appliance in an en-
vironmentally friendly manner.
This appliance is labelled in ac­cordance with European Direct­ive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and re­cycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.
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Transportation, storage and disposal en
1
2

Removing the appliance

1. Turn off the tap.
2.
→"Emptying the water inlet hose", Page38.
3. Switch off the appliance.
4. Unplug the appliance's mains plug.
5. Drain the remaining detergent
solution. →"Cleaning the drain pump",
Page35
6. Detach the hoses.

Inserting the transit bolts

Secure the appliance for transporta­tion using transit bolts in order to pre­vent damage.
1. Remove the four cover caps.
If necessary, use a screwdriver
to remove the cover caps.
3. Insert all screws into the four
transit bolts and tighten slightly.
4. Insert the power cord into the
holder and tighten all four screws for the transit bolts with a WAF 13 wrench ⁠.
Keep the cover caps.
2. Insert the four sleeves.
5. Insert the hose into holder.

Using the appliance again

1. Remove the transit bolts
→Page14.
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en Customer Service
2. Pour approx. 1 litre of water into
compartment II in the detergent drawer.
3. Start the Drain programme.
a The unused detergent cannot flow
straight into the outlet during the next wash.

Customer Service

Customer Service
If you have any queries on use, are unable to rectify faults on the appli­ance yourself or if your appliance needs to be repaired, contact Cus­tomer Service. You can solve many problems your­self by consulting the information on troubleshooting in these instructions or on our website. If this is not the case, contact our Customer Service. We will always find an appropriate solution and try to avoid unnecessary visits being made by a Customer Ser­vice technician. With any warranty claims we will make sure that your appliance is re­paired by trained Customer Service technicians using genuine spare parts, including after the manufac­turer's warranty has expired. Detailed information about the war­ranty period and terms of warranty in your country are available from Cus­tomer Service, your dealer or our website. When contacting Customer Service, you will need the product number (E­Nr.) and the production number (FD) of your appliance. The contact details for Customer Ser­vice can be found in the enclosed Customer Service directory or on our website.

Product number (E-Nr.) and production number (FD)

The product number (E-Nr. ) and the production number (FD) can be found on the rating plate of the appli­ance.
Depending on the model, the rating plate can be found:
¡ on the inside of the door. ¡ on the inside of the service flap. ¡ on the rear of the appliance.
Make a note of your appliance's de­tails and the Customer Service tele­phone number to find them again quickly.
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Consumption values en

Consumption values

Consumption values
The indicated consumption values are approximate. The values may deviate from the indicated values depending on water pres­sure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, ambient temperature, type of laundry, amount and soiling of laundry, detergent used, fluctuations in the mains voltage and selected settings.
Program: Temperat-
ure (°C)
Load (kg) Energy con-
sumption
1
(kWh)
Water con­sumption
1
(l)
Programme duration (hours)
Cottons 20 8 0,26 90 3 Cottons 40 8 1,00 90 3 Cottons 60 8 1,30 90 3 Cottons 90 8 2,30 100 3 EasyCare 40 4 0,78 62 2 1/2 Delicates/ Silk 30 2 0,21 35 3/4 Wool 30 2 0,20 41 3/4
1
Values in accordance with the applicable version of IEC60456

Technical specifications

Technical specifications
Facts and figures for your appliance can be found here.
Appliance height 850mm Appliance width 600mm Appliance depth 590mm Weight 70kg Maximum load capa-
city Mains voltage 220 - 240V, 50Hz
Minimum installa-
1
8kg
10A
Water pressure ¡ Minimum: 100kPa
(1bar)
¡ Maximum:
1000kPa (10bar)
Length of the water in-
150cm
let hose Length of the water
150cm
outlet hose Length of the power
160cm
cord Max. draining height 100cm
1
Depending on the appliance specifications
tion protection Rated power 2300W Power consumption ¡ Off mode: 0,12 W
¡ Left-on mode:
0,50W
1
Depending on the appliance specifications
1
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