Bosch WAT24440AU User Manual

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en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions
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Your new washing machine

You have chosen a Bosch washing
machine.
become familiar with the advantages of
your washing machine.
To meet the high quality demands
required by Bosch, every washing
machine that leaves our factory is
carefully checked to ensure that it
functions correctly and is in perfect
condition.
For more information on our products,
accessories, replacement parts and
services, see our website www.bosch-
home.com or contact our after-sales
service centres.
If the operating and installation
instructions describe different models,
any differences will be pointed out at the
relevant points in the text.
Read these operating and installation
instructions before switching on the
washing machine.

Display rules

: Warning!

This combination of symbol and signal
word indicates a possibly dangerous
situation. Not heeding the warning can
cause death or injuries.

Caution!

This signal word indicates a possibly
dangerous situation. Not heeding the
caution can cause property and/or
environmental damage.

Note/tip

Information about the optimum use of
the appliance/any other useful
information.

1. 2. 3. / a) b) c)

The steps are represented by numbers
or letters.
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Lists are represented by a small box or
a dash.
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Contents
enInstruction Manual and Installation Instructions
8 Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
( Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . .5
Electrical safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Risk of injury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety for children. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
7 Environmental protection . . . . . .7
Packaging/used appliance . . . . . . . . . 7
Tips on economical use . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5 Positioning and connecting . . . .8
Included with the appliance . . . . . . . . 8
Safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation on a base
or a wooden joist floor . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation on a platform
with drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installing the appliance
in a kitchenette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Removing the transport locks . . . . . . 10
Hose and cable lengths . . . . . . . . . . 11
Water inlet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Water outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Levelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Before washing for the first time . . . . 14
Transportation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
* Getting to know
the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Z Laundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Prepare the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Sorting laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Starching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Dyeing/bleaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Soaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
C Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Correct selection of detergent . . . . . .20
Saving energy and detergent . . . . . .21
0 Programme default
settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Finished in-time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
\ Additional programme
settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Speed Eco. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Easy-Iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Prewash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Water Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Rinse Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
1 Operating the appliance . . . . . . 24
Preparing the washing machine . . . .24
Select programme/switch
on the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Change the programme
default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Select additional programme
settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Placing laundry into the drum . . . . . .25
Measure and add detergent
and care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Starting the programme . . . . . . . . . .26
Childlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Adding/removing laundry . . . . . . . . .27
Changing the programme . . . . . . . . .27
Cancel the programme . . . . . . . . . . .27
Programme end during rinse hold. . .28
Programme end . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Removing laundry/switching
off the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
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H Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Automatic load sensing . . . . . . . . . . 29
Unbalanced load detection
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
VoltCheck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
M Setting the signal . . . . . . . . . . . 30
2 Cleaning and maintenance . . . 30
Machine housing/control panel . . . . 30
Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Descaling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Detergent drawer and housing . . . . 31
Detergent solution pump blocked . . 31
The drain hose at the
siphon is blocked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Filter in the water
supply is blocked. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
3 Faults and what to
do about them . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Emergency release . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Information on the display panel . . . 34
Faults and what to do about them . . 35
4 After-sales service . . . . . . . . . . 38
J Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
r Aqua-Stop warranty . . . . . . . . . 39

8 Intended use

Intended use

For private domestic use only.
The washing machine is suitable for
washing machine-washable fabrics
and hand-washable wool in
detergent solution.
To be operated with cold mains
water and standard detergents and
care products which are suitable for
use in front-loading washing
machines. Do not use detergents for
hand wash.
When measuring the amount of all
detergents/additives/care products
and cleaning agents, always check
the manufacturer's instructions.
The washing machine may be used
by children over the age of 8 years
old and by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capacity
or by persons with a lack of
experience or knowledge if they are
supervised or have been instructed
by a responsible person.
Children must not perform cleaning
or maintenance work unsupervised.
Keep children under the age of 3
years away from the washing
machine.
This appliance is intended for use up
to a maximum height of
4000 metres above sea level.
Keep pets away from the washing
machine.
Read the Instruction Manual and
Installation Instructions and all other
information supplied with the washing
machine and use the machine
accordingly.
Retain the documents for subsequent
use.
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( Safety instructions

Safety instructions

Electrical safety

:Warning
Risk of death!
There is a risk of electric shock
if you touch live components.
Never touch or hold the
mains plug with wet hands.
Only pull out the mains cable
by the plug and never by the
cable, as this could damage
it.
The appliance must be
grounded.
Electrical connection
~ Page 13

Risk of injury

:Warning
Risk of injury!
When the washing machine
is lifted by its protruding
parts (e.g. the washing
machine door), the
components may break off
and cause injuries.
Do not lift the washing
machine by protruding parts.
If you climb on the washing
machine, the worktop may
break and cause injuries.
Do not climb onto the
washing machine.
If you lean on the washing
machine door when it is
open, the washing machine
may tip over and cause
injuries.
Do not lean on the washing
machine door when it is
open.
Reaching into the drum
when it is turning can cause
injuries to hands.
Do not reach into the drum
when it is turning.
Wait until the drum has
stopped turning.
:Warning
Risk of scalding!
When you are washing at high
temperatures, there is a risk of
scalding if you come into
contact with hot water e.g. if hot
water is being drained into a
wash basin.
Do not reach into the hot
detergent solution.

Safety for children

:Warning
Danger of death!
If children play with the washing
machine, they may get into life-
threatening situations or injure
themselves.
Do not leave children
unattended near the washing
machine.
Do not let children play with
the washing machine.
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:Warning
Danger of death!
Children may lock themselves
in appliances, putting their lives
at risk.
For appliances that have
reached the end of their service
life:
Disconnect the mains plug.
Cut through the mains cable
and remove it, along with
plug.
Destroy the lock on the
washing machine door.
:Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Children may become wrapped
in packaging/film or packing
parts if allowed to play with
them, or they may pull them
over their heads and suffocate.
Keep packaging, film and
packaging parts out of the
reach of children.
:Warning
Risk of poisoning!
Detergents and care products
may be poisonous if
consumed.
Keep detergents and care
products out of the reach of
children.
:Warning
Eye/skin irritation!
Detergents and care products
may cause irritation if they
come into contact with the eyes
or skin.
Keep detergents and care
products out of the reach of
children.
:Warning
Risk of injury!
When you wash at high
temperatures, the glass in the
washing machine door gets
hot.
Do not let children touch the
hot washing machine door.
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7 Environmental
protection

Environmental protection

Packaging/used appliance

Do’s
Hand over the old/discarded
electronic equipment only to
authorized collection centers for
disposal
Consult the authorized service
center as to whether the Electronic
Equipment can be repaired or not,
before discarding
Consult the retailer about appliance
take back schemes
Don’ts
Don’t dump the discarded Electronic
Equipment in the open or in any land
fill site, as this will result in
contamination of the soil and the
ground water
Don’t dispose of the discarded
Electronic Equipment in household
bins or Municipal bins
The product is not meant for re-sale
to any unauthorized agencies/scrap
dealers
Don't keep any replaced spare
part(s) from the product in an
exposed area

Tips on economical use

Fill the appliance with the maximum
amount of laundry for each
programme to save energy and
water to an optimum.

Overview of programmes

~ Supplementary sheet for the
operating and installation
instructions.
Wash normally soiled laundry
without a prewash.
Save energy and detergent when
washing lightly and normally soiled
laundry.
~ "Detergent" on page 20
The selectable temperatures apply
to the care labels on the textiles. The
temperatures in the machine may
deviate from this so that you get the
optimum mix of energy-saving and
washing results.
Information about the energy
consumption
*
:
The display provides information
about the relative energy
consumption in the selected
program.
The more indicator lights light up,
the higher the program's
consumption.
This enables you to compare the
consumption levels of the different
programs when choosing your
program settings and to decide on
an energy- and water-saving
program setting for the selected
program.
Energy-saving mode: The display
panel lighting goes out after a few
minutes and the start button flashes.
To activate the lighting, press any
button.
Energy-saving mode is not activated
if a programme is running.
If the laundry is subsequently dried
in a tumble dryer, select the spin
speed according to the tumble dryer
manufacturer's instructions.
)
Dispose of packaging in an
environmentally-responsible
manner.
The following Do’s and Don’ts
provide a framework for the
return and recycling of used
products when available in
your area.
* depending on the model
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5 Positioning and
connecting

Positioning and connecting

Included with the appliance

Note: Check the machine for transport
damage. Never use a damaged
machine. If you have a complaint,
please contact the retailer from whom
you purchased the appliance, or our
after-sales service.
In addition, a hose clamp (24 - 40 mm
diameter, available from specialist
dealers) is required to connect the
water drain hose to a siphon.
Useful tools
Spirit level for levelling
Wrench with:
WAF 13 for loosening the
transport locks, and
WAF 17 for aligning the
appliance feet
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( Mains cable
0 Bag:
Installation and operating
instructions
After-sales service location
directory*
Warranty*
Cover caps for openings left
after removing the transport
locks
Wrench*
liquid detergent insert*
external water filter*
8 Water supply hose on Aqua-Stop
models
@ Water drain hose
H Elbow for securing the water drain
hose*
*depending on the model
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Safety instructions

:Warning
Risk of injury!
The washing machine is very heavy.
Be careful when lifting/transporting
the washing machine.
When the washing machine is lifted
by its protruding parts (e.g. the
washing machine door), the
components may break off and
cause injuries.
Do not lift the washing machine by
protruding parts.
If the hose and mains cables are not
routed properly, there is a risk of
tripping and injury.
Lay hoses and cables in such a way
that there is no risk of tripping.
Caution!
Damage to the appliance
Frozen hoses may rip/burst.
Do not install the washing machine in
areas exposed to frost or outdoors.
Caution!
Water damage
The connection points for the water
supply hose and water drain hose are
under high water pressure. To prevent
leaks and water damage, you must
follow the instructions in this section.
Notes
In addition to the safety information
listed here, the local water and
electricity supplier may have special
requirements.
If in doubt, have the appliance
connected by a specialist.

Installation surface

Note: The washing machine must be
aligned in a stable manner so that it
does not move around.
The installation surface must be firm
and level.
Soft floors/floor coverings are not
suitable.
Installation on a base or a
wooden joist floor
Caution!
Damage to the appliance
The washing machine may "wander"
and tip/topple from the base when
spinning.
The feet of the appliance must be
secured with holding brackets.
Order no. WMZ 20490,
WZ 20490 WZ 20510, WZ 20520
Note: On wooden joist floors, install the
washing machine:
In a corner, if possible,
On a water-resistant wooden board
(min. 30 mm thick) which is screwed
tightly to the floor.
Installation on a platform with
drawer
Platform order no.: WMZ 20490, WZ
20490, WZ 20510, WZ 20520
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Installing the appliance in a
kitchenette
:Warning
Risk of death!
There is a risk of electric shock if you
touch live components.
Do not remove the appliance covering
plate.
Notes
Recess width of 60 cm required.
Only install the washing machine
underneath a continuous worktop
that is securely connected to
adjacent cabinets.

Removing the transport locks

Caution!
Damage to the appliance
The machine is secured for
transportation using transport locks.
If the transport locks are not
removed, the machine may become
damaged when it is operated.
Before using the appliance for the
first time, make sure that you
completely remove all four transport
locks. Keep the locks in a safe
place.
To prevent transport damage from
occurring if the appliance is moved
at a later date, you must refit the
transport locks before transporting
the appliance.
Note: Keep the screws and sleeves in
a safe place.

1. Take the hoses out of the holders.

2. Unscrew and remove all four
transport brace screws.
Remove the sleeves. To do this,
remove the mains cable from the
holders.
3. Fit the covers. Lock the covers firmly
in place by applying pressure to the
snap-in hooks.
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Hose and cable lengths

Left-hand connection
Right-hand connection
* depending on model

Tip: The following are available from

specialist dealers/the after-sales
service:
An extension for Aqua-Stop or cold
water supply hose (approx. 2.50 m);
order no. WMZ2380, WZ10130,
CZ11350, Z7070X0
A longer supply hose (approx.
2.20 m) for standard model

Water inlet

:Warning

Danger of death!

There is a risk of electric shock if you
touch live components.
Do not immerse the Aqua-Stop safety
valve in water (it contains an electric
valve).

Notes

Only operate the washing machine
using cold mains water.
Do not connect the machine to the
mixer tap of an unpressurised hot-
water boiler.
Do not use a used supply hose. Only
use the supply hose supplied or one
that was purchased from an
authorised specialist retailer.
Do not kink or squash the water
supply hose.
Do not alter (shorten, cut through)
the water supply hose (otherwise its
strength is no longer guaranteed).
Only tighten the screw connections
by hand. If the screw connections
are tightened too much with a tool
(pliers), the thread may become
damaged.
When connecting to a 21 mm = ½"
tap, first fit an adapter* with a sealing
washer from 21 mm = ½" to 26.4
mm = ¾".
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Optimum water pressure in the supply
network
At least 100 kPa (1 bar)
Maximum 1000 kPa (10 bar)
When the tap is open, the water flow
rate is at least 8 l/min.
If the water pressure is higher than this,
a pressure-reducing valve must be
installed.

Connection

Connect the water supply hose to the
tap (26.4 mm = ¾") and to the
appliance (not necessary for Aqua-Stop
models as this is permanently installed):
Model: Standard
Model: Aqua-Secure
Model: Aqua-Stop

Note: Turn on the tap carefully,

checking the leak tightness of the
connection points. The screw
connection is under mains water
pressure.

Water outlet

Caution!

Water damage

If the drain hose slips out of the wash
basin or the connection point during
draining due to high water pressure, any
escaping water may cause water
damage.
Secure the drain hose so that it cannot
slip out.

Note: Do not kink the water drain hose

or put strain on it lengthways.
You can lay the water drain hose as
follows:
Outlet in a sink
:Warning
Risk of scalding!
When you are washing at high
temperatures, there is a risk of
scalding if you come into contact
with hot water e.g. if hot water is
being drained into a wash basin.
Do not reach into the hot water.
Caution!
Damage to the appliance/fabrics
If the end of the drain hose is
immersed in the drained water, water
may be sucked back into the
appliance and may damage the
appliance/fabrics.
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