Bosch WAY32890AU User Manual

Washing machine
WAY32890AU

en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions

Your new washing machine

You have chosen a Bosch washing
machine.

Please take a few minutes to read and
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.bosch­home.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.

■ / -

Lists are represented by a small box or
a dash.

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Contents

enInstruction Manual and Installation Instructions

8 Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

( Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . .6

Electrical safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Risk of injury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Safety for children. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

7 Environmental protection . . . . . .8

Packaging/used appliance . . . . . . . . . 8

Tips on economical use . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Y Main points in brief . . . . . . . . . . .9

* Getting to know the appliance 10

Washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Z Laundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Prepare the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Sorting laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

C Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Correct selection of detergent . . . . . 15

Saving energy and detergent . . . . . . 15

/ Overview of programmes . . . . .16

Programmes on the programme

selector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Starching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Dyeing/bleaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

0 Programme default settings . . .23

Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Finished in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

i-DOS settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

\ Additional programme

settings/options
(* depending on the model) . . . 25

SpeedPerfect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

EcoPerfect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Pre-wash * . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Rinse Plus * . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Water Plus * . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Less Ironing * . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Soak * . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Rinse Hold * . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Silent Wash * . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

1 Operating the appliance . . . . . . 27

Preparing the washing machine . . . .27

Switching on the appliance/

selecting a programme . . . . . . . . . . .27

Change the programme

default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Select additional programme

settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Placing laundry into the drum . . . . . .28

Measure and add detergent

and care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Start the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Child lock 3 sec. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Adding laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Changing the programme . . . . . . . . .30

Cancel the programme . . . . . . . . . . .30

Programme end during rinse hold. . .30

Programme end . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Removing laundry/

switching off the appliance . . . . . . . .31

a Intelligent dosing system . . . . . 31

Intelligent dosing system in the

detergent drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Initial use/filling the dispensers . . . . .32

Everyday use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Base dosage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Dispenser content for i-DOS i I w . .34

Manual dosage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

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Q Appliance settings . . . . . . . . . . 36

H Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Automatic load sensing . . . . . . . . . . 36

Unbalanced load detection system . 36

AquaSensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Load sensor/display . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Dosing recommendation . . . . . . . . . 37

2 Cleaning and maintenance . . . 37

Machine housing/control panel . . . . 38

Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Descaling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

i-DOS detergent draw

and its housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

The drain pump is blocked,

emergency draining. . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

The drain hose at the siphon

is blocked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Filter in the water supply blocked . . 41

3 Faults and what

to do about them. . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Emergency release . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Information on the display panel . . . 42
Faults and what to do about them. . 43

4 After-sales service . . . . . . . . . . 45

5 Positioning and connecting . . 47

Included with the appliance . . . . . . . 47

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Installation surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Installation on a base or

a wooden joist floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Installation on a platform

with drawer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Installing the appliance

in a kitchenette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Removing the transport locks. . . . . . 49

Hose and cable lengths . . . . . . . . . . 50

Water inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Water outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Levelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Before washing for the first time. . . . 54

Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

r Aqua-Stop warranty . . . . . . . . . 55

[ Consumption rates . . . . . . . . . . 46

Energy and water consumption,
programme duration and residual
moisture for the main washing

programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

J Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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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 washing machines.

■ When measuring out the amount of

all detergents, additives, care
products and cleaning agents,
always follow the manufacturer's
instructions.

■ The washing machine may be used

by children over the age of 8 years
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 carry out any
cleaning or maintenance work
without supervision.

■ 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.

Intended use en

Before operating the appliance: Read
the installation and operating
instructions and all other information
enclosed with the washing machine,
and use the machine accordingly.
Retain the documents for subsequent
use or for subsequent owners.

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en Safety instructions

( Safety instructions

Safety instructions

Electrical safety

:Warning

Danger 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.

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.

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Safety instructions en

Safety for children

:Warning

Danger of death!

If children play with the washing
machine, they may get into life­threatening situations or injure
themselves.

■ Do not leave children

unattended near the washing
machine.

■ Do not let children play with

the washing machine.

: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 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.

: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.

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en Environmental protection

7 Environmental

protection

Environmental protection

Packaging/used appliance

)

Tips on economical use

■ Always fill the appliance with the

■ Wash normally soiled laundry

■ For light and normal soiling in

■ Dosing the detergent using the

■ The selectable temperatures apply

Dispose of packaging in an
environmentally-responsible
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.

maximum amount of laundry for
each programme.

~ "/ Overview of programmes"
on page 16

without prewash.

laundry, you can save energy and
detergent. ~ Page 15

intelligent dosing system (i-DOS)
helps to save both detergent and
water.

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 on energy and water

consumption: ~ Page 12
The displays provide information
about the relative level of energy and
water consumption in the selected
programmes.
The more display segments are
visible, the higher the respective
consumption.
This enables you to compare the
consumption levels of the different
programmes when choosing your
programme settings and decide on
an energy- and water-saving
programme setting.

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– þ Energy consumption
– X Water consumption

■ Energy-saving mode: The display

panel lighting goes out after a few
minutes and the A button flashes.
Press any button to activate the
lighting.
Energy-saving mode is not activated
if a programme is running.

■ Automatic switch off: If the

appliance is not operated for a
prolonged period, it may
automatically switch off before the
programme starts and when the
programme has ended to save
energy. Press the main switch again
to switch on the appliance.

~ "Q Appliance settings"
on page 36

■ If the washing will be dried in a

dryer, select the spin speed
according to the dryer
manufacturer's instructions.

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Main points in brief en

Y Main points in brief

Main points in brief

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Plug into the mains.

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Turn on the tap.

Open the washing
machine door.

Sort the laundry. To switch on, press

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Select a
programme, e.g.

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Easy Care.

If required, change the programme settings of the selected programme
and select programme settings/options.

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Programme end To switch off, press

the # button.

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the # button.

Start the
programme.

Turn off the tap (for
models without
Aqua-Stop).

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en Getting to know the appliance

* Getting to know the appliance

Getting to know the appliance

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( Detergent drawer with

illuminated displays for the
i-DOS dispenser on the drawer
handle ~ Page 31

0 Operating/display panel
8 Loading door with door handle
9S Open the loading door
9T Close the loading door

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@ Service flap

Control panel

Getting to know the appliance en

Note: All the buttons are sensitive

(except for the main switch) and only
need to be pressed lightly.

( Main switch

for switching the washing
machine on and off:
Press the # button.

0 Programme selector

for selecting a programme.
The programme selector can be
turned in either direction.
Overview of programmes

~ Page 16

8 Buttons for changing the

programme default settings:

~ Page 23

■ Temperature,

■ Spin speed (Spin),

■ Finished in

@ Buttons for selecting additional

programme settings:

AS Options ~ Page 13,

~ Page 25

AT EcoPerfect (¦),

SpeedPerfect ((),

AU i-DOS i I w, i-DOS w

~ Page 24,
An overview of all settings that
can be selected ~ Page 16

H Buttons Child lock 3 sec. for

activating/deactivating the
childproof lock ~ Page 29

P Buttons basic settings 3 sec. for

changing the appliance settings,
e.g. button signals,
an overview of all selectable
settings that can be selected
~ Page 13, ~ Page 36

X A button for:

■ Starting a programme,

■ Interrupting a programme,

e.g. to add items of laundry
~ Page 30,

■ Cancelling a programme

` Display panel for settings and

information

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Display panel

Main menu after selecting the programme

e.g. Easy Care
The arrows on the display panel

indicate in which direction the
programme default settings can be
changed using the buttons located
above and below.

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and select, for example, the Spin
programme:

Using the buttons below the arrows, you
can select the required programme. The
selection is acknowledged by a tick.

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Wait or go back by pressing the
Main menu button; the selected
programme is displayed on the display
panel.

Selecting the dosage strength using the i-DOS button

for example, select the i-DOS i I w
button and medium dosage strength:

Using the buttons below the arrows, you
can select the required dosage strength
for the detergent. The selection is
acknowledged by a tick.

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Wait or go back to the main menu by
pressing the Main menu or i-DOS i I w
button.

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Options button selected

and select, for example, the
Rinse Hold ($) option:

Using the buttons under the two left­hand arrows, select the option. Using
the two right-hand arrows, select the
displayed value. The selected options
are active immediately and are
displayed on the display panel.

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Wait or go back to the main menu by
pressing the Options button.

basic settings 3 sec. buttons selected

Change the appliance setting: e.g.
volume of the end signal ~ Page 36

Using the buttons under the two left­hand arrows, select the setting. Using
the two right-hand arrows, select the
displayed value. The selection is
acknowledged by a tick.

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Wait or go back to the main menu by
pressing the basic settings 3 sec.
(press and hold again).

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en Laundry

Z Laundry

Laundry

Prepare the laundry

Caution!
Damage to the appliance/fabrics

Foreign objects (e.g. coins, paperclips,
needles, nails) may damage the laundry
or components in the washing machine.

You should therefore note the following
tips when preparing your laundry:

■ Empty any pockets.

■ Look out for metal items (paperclips,

etc.) and remove them.

■ Wash delicates in a laundry bag

(tights, underwired bras, etc.).

■ Close any zips; button up any cover

buttons.

■ Brush sand out of pockets and

collars.

■ Remove curtain fittings or place

curtains in a laundry bag.

Sorting laundry

Some examples of soiling levels can
be found on ~ Page 15
– Light: Do not prewash, select the

SpeedPerfect setting if

necessary
– Normal
– Heavy: Load less laundry, select

a programme with prewash
– Stains: Remove/pretreat stains

while they are fresh. Firstly, dab

with soapy water; do not rub.

Then wash the items of laundry

with the appropriate programme.

Stubborn or dried-in stains can

sometimes only be removed by

washing several times.

■ Symbols on the care labels

Note: The numbers in the symbols

indicate the maximum washing
temperature that may be used.

M Suitable for normal washing

process;
e.g. Cottons programme

N A gentle washing process is

required;
e.g. Easy-Care programme

O An especially gentle washing

process is required; e.g.
Delicate/Silk programme

W Suitable for washing by hand;

e.g. W Woollens programme

Ž Do not machine wash.

Sort your laundry according to the care
instructions and manufacturer's
information on the care labels,
depending on:

■ Type of fabric/fibre

■ Colour

Note: Laundry may discolour. Wash

white and coloured items separately.
Wash new coloured items separately
the first time you wash them.

■ Soiling

Wash laundry with the same level of
soiling together.

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Detergent en

C Detergent

Detergent

Correct selection of detergent

The care label is crucial for selecting
the correct detergent, temperature and
treatment of the laundry. ~ See also
www.sartex.ch

If you visit www.cleanright.eu, you will
find further information on detergents,
care products and cleaning agents for
domestic use.

■ Standard detergent with optical

brighteners

Suitable for boil-washable white
laundry made from linen or cotton
Programme: Cottons/
cold - max. 90 °C

■ Detergent for colours without

bleach or optical brighteners

Suitable for coloured laundry made
from linen or cotton
Programme: Cottons/
cold - max. 60 °C

■ Detergent for colours/delicates

without optical brighteners

Suitable for coloured laundry made
from easy-care fibres, synthetic
fibres
Programme: Easy-Care/
cold - max. 60 °C

■ Detergent for delicates

Suitable for delicate, fine fabrics, silk
or viscose
Programme: Delicate/Silk/
cold - max. 40 °C

■ Detergent for woollens

Suitable for wool
Wool programme/
cold - max. 40 °C

Saving energy and detergent

For light and normal soiling, you can
save energy (lower washing
temperature) and detergent.

Saving Soiling/note

Reduced
temperature and
detergent
quantity as per
the
recommended
dosage

Temperature as
per the care label
and detergent
quantity as per
the
recommended
dosage for heavy
soiling

Light

No visible dirt or stains.
Clothing has taken on some
body odour, e.g.:

■ Light summer/sports

clothing (worn for a few
hours)

■ T-shirts, shirts, blouses

(worn for up to one day)

■ Guest bed linen and hand

towels (used for one day)

Normal

Visible dirt or a few light
stains, e.g.:

■ T-shirts, shirts, blouses

(sweat soaked, worn a
few times)

■ Towels, bedding (used for

up to one week)

Heavy

Dirt and/or stains clearly
visible, e.g. tea towels, baby
items, work clothing

Note: When measuring the amount of

all detergents/additives/care products
and cleaning agents, please always
check the manufacturer's instructions
and information. ~ Page 28

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en Overview of programmes

/ Overview of programmes

Overview of programmes

Programmes on the programme selector

Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings

Name of the programme

Brief explanation of the programme and for which fabrics it is suitable.

Cottons

Hard-wearing fabrics, heat-resistant fabrics made of cotton or linen

Notes

■ In the EcoPerfect setting, the washing temperature is lower than

the selected temperature. If you would like to set a particular
washing temperature, use the programme without the
EcoPerfect setting or, if necessary, set a higher temperature.

■ The SpeedPerfect (() setting is suitable as a short programme

for lightly soiled laundry.

Easy Care

Textiles made of synthetic materials or blended fabrics

* The programmes and additional programme settings are model-dependent. The programmes/settings

that are available can either be selected directly on the control panel or under Additional programs
Programmes or Options.

** The maximum spin speed depends on the programme and model
*** Reduced load for the SpeedPerfect (() setting

Max. load

Temperature that can be selected;
(Ž = cold)

Spin speed that can be selected;
0 = no spin cycle, draining only

additional programme settings
that can be selected*

possible automatic dosing:

■ of a liquid detergent (w) and

■ of a fabric softener (i)

can be selected/deselected è,
cannot be selected -

8,5 kg/5*** kg
Ž - 90 °C

0 - 1600** rpm

¦, (, T, Ï, Z, p, %, $,
Á

Detergent è, fabric softener è

4 kg
Ž - 60 °C

0 - 1200** rpm

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Á

Detergent è, fabric softener è

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Overview of programmes en

Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings

Mix

Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics

4 kg
Ž - 40 °C

0 - 1600** rpm

¦, (, T, Ï, Z, p, %, $,
Á

Detergent è, fabric softener è

Delicates / Silk

Delicate, washable fabrics, e.g. made of silk, satin, synthetic fibres or
blends (e.g. silk blouses, silk scarves)

Note: . For delicates or silk, use a detergent suitable for machine-

washing.

2 kg
Ž - 40 °C

0 - 800** rpm
¦, (, T, Ï, Z, p, $
Detergent è, fabric softener è

W Wool
Hand- or machine-washable fabrics that are made of wool or contain

wool;
particularly gentle wash programme to prevent laundry from

shrinking, with longer pauses in the programme (during which the
items rest in the water)

2 kg
Ž - 40 °C

0 - 800** rpm
$, Á
Detergent - , fabric softener è

Notes

■ Wool is of animal origin, e.g. Angora, alpaca, llama, sheep.

■ For wool, use a detergent that is suitable for machine-washing.

Allergy Plus

Hard-wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen

Note: . Particularly suited to washing items that need to be

hygienically clean and especially kind to sensitive skin thanks to the
longer wash cycle at a defined temperature, higher water level and
longer spin cycle.

7 kg/5*** kg
Ž - 60 °C

0 - 1600** rpm

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Á

Detergent è, fabric softener è

Super Quick 15’

Extra-short programme of approx. 15 minutes, suitable for small items
of lightly soiled laundry

2 kg
Ž - 40 °C

0 - 1200** rpm

­Detergent è, fabric softener è

* The programmes and additional programme settings are model-dependent. The programmes/settings

that are available can either be selected directly on the control panel or under Additional programs
Programmes or Options.

** The maximum spin speed depends on the programme and model
*** Reduced load for the SpeedPerfect (() setting

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en Overview of programmes

Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings

Dark Wash

Dark-coloured cottons and dark-coloured easy-care fabrics;
Turn items inside-out before washing.

3.5 kg
Ž - 40 °C

0 - 1200** rpm

¦, (, T, Ï, Z, p, %, $,
Á

Detergent è, fabric softener è

Outdoor *
Membrane-coated weatherproof or outdoor clothing and water-

resistant fabrics

Notes

■ Use special detergent suitable for machine washing; add the

correct dosage to compartment II in accordance with the

Max. 2 kg
Ž - 40 °C

0 - 800** rpm
¦, (, Ï, Z, $, Á

Detergent -, fabric softener -

manufacturer's instructions.

■ Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener.

■ Before washing, clean the detergent drawer thoroughly (manual

compartment) to remove fabric-softener residue.

Night wash *
Especially quiet programme for washing during the night; suitable for

cotton, linen, synthetic and blended fabrics

Notes

■ End signal deactivated,

■ Reduced final spin speed set by default and shorter washing time

Max. 4 kg
Ž - 40 °C

0 - 1600** rpm

¦, (, T, Ï, Z, p, %, $,
Á

Detergent è, fabric softener è

Quilts *
Machine-washable items stuffed with synthetic fibres, such as pillows,

quilts and bedspreads; also suitable for items stuffed with down

Note: . Wash large items separately. Use a detergent designed for

delicates and follow the instructions on the item's care label. Use
detergent sparingly.

Max. 2.5 kg
Ž - 60 °C

0 - 1200** rpm
¦, (, Ï, Z, $

Detergent -, fabric softener -

* The programmes and additional programme settings are model-dependent. The programmes/settings

that are available can either be selected directly on the control panel or under Additional programs
Programmes or Options.

** The maximum spin speed depends on the programme and model
*** Reduced load for the SpeedPerfect (() setting

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Overview of programmes en

Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings

Shirts

Non-iron shirts or blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres or
blended fabrics

Notes

■ Shirts/blouses are only given a short spin on the

Less Ironing (p) setting. Hang them up to dry while still
dripping wet.

Max. 2 kg
Ž - 60 °C

0 - 800** rpm

¦, (, T, Ï, Z, p, %, $,
Á

Detergent è, fabric softener è

–> Self-smoothing effect

■ Use the Delicates / Silk programme to wash shirts/blouses

made of silk or delicate fabrics.

Down Wear *
Machine-washable fabrics stuffed with down, such as pillows and

duvets; also suitable for items stuffed with synthetic fibres

Note: . Wash large items separately. Use a detergent designed for

delicates and follow the instructions on the item's care label. Use
detergent sparingly.

Towels *
Hard-wearing, heat-resistant towels made of cotton;
especially soft towels

Max. 2 kg
Ž - 60 °C

0 - 1200** rpm
¦, ( , Ï, Z, $
Detergent -, fabric softener è

Max. 3.5 kg
Ž - 90 °C

0 - 1600** rpm

¦, (, T, Ï, Z, p, %, $,
Á

Detergent è, fabric softener è

Lingerie *
For delicate, washable underwear, e.g. made of velvet, lace, Lycra, silk

or satin

Max. 1 kg
Ž - 40 °C

0 - 600** rpm
¦, (, Ï, Z, p, %, $, Á
Detergent -, fabric softener è

Curtains *

3.5 kg heavy curtains or 25 - 30 m² lightweight drapes

Notes

■ Shorter rinse and final spin cycles,

■ Use a detergent that is suitable for machine-washing curtains.

■ The Pre-wash (T) button is set by default. If you do not require a

Max. 3.5 kg
Ž - 40 °C

0 - 800** rpm
¦, (, T, Ï, Z, % , $, Á
Detergent è, fabric softener è

pre-wash cycle, press the button to deactivate the function.

* The programmes and additional programme settings are model-dependent. The programmes/settings

that are available can either be selected directly on the control panel or under Additional programs
Programmes or Options.

** The maximum spin speed depends on the programme and model
*** Reduced load for the SpeedPerfect (() setting

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en Overview of programmes

Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings

Drum Clean

Programme for cleaning and caring for the drum and the outer tub,
e.g. before running the first wash cycle, if washing frequently at a low
temperature (40 °C or lower) or if an odour has developed after a
prolonged period of non-use. The Drum Clean indicator lamp flashes
when you use have not used a programme of 60 °C or higher for a
long time.

0 kg

80, 90 °C

1200 rpm

Á

Detergent -, fabric softener -

Notes

■ Run the drum care programme without any laundry.

■ Use washing powder or a detergent containing bleach. To prevent

foaming, only use half the amount of detergent recommended by
the detergent manufacturer. Do not use detergents designed for
woollens or delicates.

Rinse / Freshen Up *
Rinse Plus with spin

-

-

0 - 1600** rpm
Z, Ï, $, p
Detergent -, fabric softener è

Spin *
Extra spin with selectable speed

-

-

0 - 1600** rpm

p

Detergent -, fabric softener -

Drain *
For the rinsing water, e.g. after the $ setting

(Rinse Hold = no final spin cycle)

-

-

-

-

Detergent -, fabric softener -

* The programmes and additional programme settings are model-dependent. The programmes/settings

that are available can either be selected directly on the control panel or under Additional programs
Programmes or Options.

** The maximum spin speed depends on the programme and model
*** Reduced load for the SpeedPerfect (() setting

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Overview of programmes en

Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings

Textileguard *

Wash cycle followed by waterproofing of membrane-coated
weatherproof and outdoor clothing or water-resistant fabrics

1. Select a programme.

2. Add special detergent for outdoor clothing to compartment v u.

3. Press the A button. The programme stops before the last rinse

Max. 1 kg
Ž - 40 °C

0 - 800** rpm
¦, (, Ï, Z, $, Á

Detergent -, fabric softener -

cycle. Follow the information on the display panel.

4. Add a waterproofing agent (max. 170 ml) to compartment v u.

5. Press the A button. After-treat the laundry in accordance with

the manufacturer's instructions.

Notes

■ Use a special detergent suitable for machine washing and dose in

accordance with the manufacturer's instructions:

■ Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener.

■ Before washing, clean the detergent drawer thoroughly (manual

compartment) to remove fabric-softener residue.

Sportswear *
Sportswear and leisurewear made from microfibre fabrics

Notes

■ Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener.

■ Before washing, clean the detergent drawer thoroughly (manual

compartment) to remove fabric-softener residue.

Max. 2 kg
Ž - 40 °C

0 - 800** rpm

¦, (, T, Ï, Z, p, %, $,
Á

Detergent -, fabric softener -

Automatic *
Hard-wearing fabrics;
The degree of soiling and the type of fabric are automatically detected

and the washing sequence and intelligent dosing are adjusted
accordingly.

Max. 6 kg

40 °C

1400** rpm
$, Á
Detergent è, fabric softener è

Automatic soft *
Gentler treatment of the laundry;
The degree of soiling and the type of fabric are automatically detected

and the washing sequence and intelligent dosing are adjusted
accordingly.

Max. 3.5 kg

30 °C

1000** rpm
$, Á
Detergent è, fabric softener è

* The programmes and additional programme settings are model-dependent. The programmes/settings

that are available can either be selected directly on the control panel or under Additional programs
Programmes or Options.

** The maximum spin speed depends on the programme and model
*** Reduced load for the SpeedPerfect (() setting

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en Overview of programmes

Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings

Auto. Intensive *

More intensive treatment of the laundry;
The degree of soiling and the type of fabric are automatically detected

and the washing sequence and intelligent dosing are adjusted
accordingly.

* The programmes and additional programme settings are model-dependent. The programmes/settings

that are available can either be selected directly on the control panel or under Additional programs
Programmes or Options.

** The maximum spin speed depends on the programme and model
*** Reduced load for the SpeedPerfect (() setting

Max. 6 kg

60 °C

1400** rpm
$, Á
Detergent è, fabric softener è

Starching

Note: Laundry should not be treated

with fabric softener.

1. Switch on the appliance.

2. Select the Rinse / Freshen Up

programme.

3. Pour liquid starch into

compartment v u in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions
(clean first if necessary).

4. Press the A button.

Dyeing/bleaching

Dye should only be used in normal
household quantities. Salt may damage
stainless steel. Always follow the dye
manufacturer's instructions.

Do not use the washing machine to
bleach clothes.

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Programme default settings en

0 Programme default

settings

Programme default settings

The programme default settings are
displayed in the main menu after
selecting the programme.

Display panel ~ Page 12

You can change the default settings:

■ Temperature, Spin speed and

Finished in as long as the arrow is
displayed in the main menu and/or

■ the i-Dos settings ~ Page 12,

~ Page 24

An overview of all programme settings,
which can be selected depending on
the programme, can be found from
~ Page 16.

Temperature

Depending on what stage the
programme is in, you can change the
set temperature before and during the
programme.

The maximum temperature that can be
set depends on the programme that has
been selected.

Finished in

The programme duration is shown after
selecting the programme.

Before starting the programme, you
can preselect the programme end in
hourly increments (h = hour) up to a
maximum of 24 hours.

After starting the programme, the
selected number of hours e.g. 8 h is
shown on the display panel and counts
down until the wash programme starts.
The duration of the programme is then
displayed.

Note: The programme duration is

automatically adjusted when the
programme is running. Changes to the
programme default settings or
programme settings, options, foam
detection function, unbalanced load
detection, the load or soiling may also
change the programme duration.

After starting the programme , you can
change the preselected number of
hours as follows:

1. Press the A button.

2. Use the Finished in button to

change the number of hours.

3. Press the A button.

Spin speed

(Spin)
Depending on what stage the

programme is in, you can change the
spin speed (in rpm; revolutions per
minute) before and during the
programme.

The maximum speed that can be set
depends on the model and programme
that has been selected.

Setting 0: No spin cycles, the water is
only drained. The laundry stays wet
inside the drum, e.g. for items that
should not be spun.

After starting the programme, while the
programme is running, you can add or
remove laundry if necessary.

~ Page 30

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en Programme default settings

i-DOS settings

Your washing machine has an intelligent
dosing system for liquid detergent and
fabric softener (or detergent when using
the setting Dispenser content:
Detergent ~ Page 36)

For the majority of programmes on your
washing machine, detergent and fabric
softener are dosed automatically.

The i-DOS settings are not retained
when the appliance is switched off.

The following have been preset at the
factory:

■ i-DOS w : ¨

Detergent dosage for lightly soiled
laundry

■ i-DOS i I w : ©

Fabric softener dosage for a
medium level of softness

i-DOS w for detergent

Dosage strengths

ª High: heavy soiling and staining
© Medium: average soiling
¨ Low: light soiling

ö Automatic dosage deselected,

manual dosage ~ Page 35

i-DOS i for fabric softener

Dosage strengths

ª High: high level of softness
© Medium: medium level of softness
¨ Low: low level of softness

ö Automatic dosage deselected

Depending on what stage the
programme is in, you can change the
settings for automatic detergent
dosage.

You can change the settings for
automatic detergent dosage before the
programme starts. You can find
information on degrees of soiling on

~ Page 15

24

Additional programme settings/options en

\ Additional programme

settings/options
(* depending on the
model)

Additional programme settings/options

The settings/options that are available
depend on the model.

Depending on the programme selected,
you can select different settings/options
in order to better adapt the washing
process to your items of laundry.

The settings can be selected:

■ via the corresponding button on the

control panel or

■ via the Options button. ~ Page 11

An overview of all additional settings,
which can be selected depending on
the programme, can be found from
~ Page 16.

SpeedPerfect

(()
Washing in a shorter time while

achieving a washing result that is
consistent with, but uses more energy
than, the selected programme, without
the SpeedPerfect setting.

Note: Do not exceed the maximum

load.
Overview of programmes ~ Page 16

EcoPerfect

(¦)
Energy-optimised washing by reducing

the temperature while achieving a
washing result that is consistent with the
selected programme, without the
EcoPerfect setting.

Pre-wash *

(T)
Settings that can be selected:

on – off
For heavily soiled laundry.

Notes

■ If intelligent dosage is selected, the

detergent will be dispensed
automatically for the prewash and
the main wash.

■ Set the i-DOS dosage to medium to

prevent overdosing.

■ If dosing manually, allocate

detergent to the prewash and the
main wash. Place detergent for the
prewash in the drum and add
detergent for the main wash to
compartment v u.

Rinse Plus *

(Ï)
Settings that can be selected:

Ð + 1 Rinse
Î + 2 Rinse
Ñ + 3 Rinse

off

Additional rinse cycles depending on
the programme; longer programme
duration for particularly sensitive skin
and/or for areas with very soft water.

Water Plus *

(Z)
Settings that can be selected:

on – off
Increased water level, gentler treatment

of the laundry.

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en Additional programme settings/options

Less Ironing *

(p)
Settings that can be selected:

on – off
Reduces creasing thanks to a special

spin sequence followed by fluffing and
reduced spin speed.

Note: The washing's residual moisture

is increased.

Soak *

(%)
Settings that can be selected:

on – off
Before the main wash cycle starts, the

washing remains for longer in the water
to partially dissolve intensive soiling.

To be used for particularly stubborn
soiling.

Dose the detergent using i-DOS or add
it into the v u compartment in
accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.

Notes

■ Load laundry of the same colour.

■ If your machine does not have this

option, you can soak as follows:

1. Select i-DOS or dose detergent in

the v u manual compartment in
accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.

2. Select the Cottons 30 °C

programme and the A button.

3. Press the A button after approx. 10

minutes. The laundry remains in the
soaking solution.

4. Leave the laundry to soak for as long

as required, then either press the A
button again to continue the
programme or change the
programme.

Note: No additional detergent is

required; the soaking solution is
used for washing.

Rinse Hold *

($)
Settings that can be selected:

on – off
The washing remains in the water after

the last rinse cycle. End the programme

~ Page 30

Silent Wash *

(Á)
Settings that can be selected:

on – off
Reduced noise values thanks to special

wash and spin cycle and deactivated
end signal. Especially suitable for
washing at night.

Note: Residual moisture of the washing

is slightly increased.

26

Operating the appliance en

1 Operating the

appliance

Operating the appliance

Preparing the washing machine

Note: The washing machine must be

correctly installed and connected.

From ~ Page 47

1. Plug into the mains.

2. Turn on the tap.

3. Open the washing machine door.

4. Check that the drum is completely

drained. Drain if necessary.
Otherwise, the load display may
malfunction. ~ Page 37

Switching on the appliance/ selecting a programme

Press the # button. The appliance is
switched on.

The Bosch logo appears on the display
and all indicator lamps light up.

The Cottons programme set at the
factory is then always displayed.

You can:

■ use this programme or

■ select another programme on the

control panel or

■ select a programme under

Additional programs. ~ Page 12

Note: If you have activated the

childproof lock, you must deactivate it
before you can set a programme.

The indicator lamp on the programme
selector lights up and the main menu
with the programme default settings
for the selected programme appear on
the display panel:

■ Temperature,

■ Spin speed,

■ Programme duration,

■ i-DOS settings,

■ Any additional settings and

■ Information on water and energy

consumption. ~ Page 8

In appliances with a drum light:
The drum is lit after switching on the

appliance, after opening and closing the
door and after starting the programme.
The light switches off automatically.

You can:

■ use the programme default settings

and load laundry ~ Page 28,

■ or change the programme default

settings and/or select additional
settings.

Change the programme default settings

You can use or change the default
settings for each washing cycle.

To do this, repeatedly press the
corresponding button until the required
setting is displayed. ~ Page 23

Note: Pressing and holding the buttons

automatically runs through the set
values.

The settings are activated without
needing to be confirmed.

After the appliance is switched off, the
i-DOS settings for i I w and w are
retained. All other settings are not saved
and must be selected again.

Programme default settings

~ Page 16

27

en Operating the appliance

Select additional programme settings

By selecting additional settings/options,
you can better adapt the washing
process to your items of laundry.

The settings can be selected or
deselected depending on the progress
of the programme. ~ Page 12

The EcoPerfect and SpeedPerfect
button indicator lamps light up if a
setting is activated.

The other settings are indicated by a
symbol on the display panel if the
setting is activated.

For multi-level settings, press and hold
the buttons to run through the settings
automatically.

The settings are not saved after the
washing machine is switched off.

Additional programme settings/options

~ Page 25

Placing laundry into the drum

:Warning

Risk of death!

Items of laundry pretreated with
cleaning agents that contain solvents,
e.g. stain remover/cleaning solvent,
may cause an explosion after being
loaded into the washing machine.
Hand-rinse these items of laundry
thoroughly beforehand.

Load the pre-sorted, unfolded laundry
into the drum. The load screen for the
selected programme (e.g. Easy Care) is
indicated on the display panel.

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The load bar fills as the laundry is
loaded. If the maximum load is
exceeded, the bar flashes. Observe the
maximum indicated load. Overfilling
adversely affects the washing result and
encourages creasing.

Notes

■ Mix items of laundry of varying sizes.

Laundry items of different sizes
distribute themselves better during
the spin cycle. Individual laundry
items may cause an unbalanced
load.

■ Wait until the Bosch logo no longer

appears before adding laundry.

■ The load screen appears when the

door is opened or when the amount
of laundry is changed.

öüü

Measure and add detergent and care products

For the majority of programmes on your
washing machine, detergent and fabric
softener are dosed automatically; it is a
factory setting for these programmes
and can be changed. ~ Page 16

In addition to intelligent dosing, you can
manually add cleaning aids (e.g.
softener, bleach or stain remover) to
compartment v u, if necessary.

~ Page 35

For programmes without intelligent
dosing, or as desired (in which case,
set intelligent dosing to ö (off)),
detergent can be added manually to
compartment v u. ~ Page 35

28

Operating the appliance en

Start the programme

Make sure that no items of laundry are
trapped between the door and the
rubber seal, and close the door.

The main menu for the selected
programme is indicated again on the
display panel.

Press the A button to start the
programme.

During washing, the progress of the
programme is displayed in a bar on the
display panel. The bar fills in during the
washing cycle and provides information
about the current progress of the
programme.

The arrows fade in and out according to
the progress of the programme. They
indicate the programme settings/
options which can be changed/added
as the programme progresses.

Some programme sequence steps
explained:

■ Load adjust active ~ Page 36

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■ Pre-washing, Washing, Rinsing,

Spin, Drain ... are displayed during
the wash cycle.

■ Extra rinse: foam

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Note: Foam detection

If Foam has been detected also
appears on the display panel, the
washing machine has detected too
much foam during the wash
programme and has automatically
switched on one or more rinse
cycles in order to remove the foam.
Add less detergent to the next
washing cycle with the same load.

■ Other displays ~ Page 42

If you want to lock the programme to
prevent it from being inadvertently
adjusted, you can select the childproof
lock as follows.

Child lock 3 sec.

You can lock the washing machine to
prevent the functions you have set from
being changed inadvertently.

To activate/deactivate, press both
Child lock 3 sec. buttons for approx. 3
seconds. ~ Page 11
E Childlock has been activated
appears on the display panel.

After approx. 3 seconds, the display
reverts back to the main menu.

If the programme selector is adjusted or
a button is selected while the childproof
lock is active, the E symbol flashes
briefly.

Notes

■ The childproof lock can be activated

at any time.

■ The childproof lock remains active,

even once the washing machine has
been switched off. Before selecting
the next programme, deactivate the
childproof lock.

■ If the appliance is switched off while

the programme is running and
childproof lock is activated, the
programme continues when the
appliance is switched back on.

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en Operating the appliance

Adding laundry

After starting the programme, you can
add or remove laundry if necessary.

Press the A button to do this.
The A button indicator lamp flashes

and the machine checks whether it is
possible to add laundry.

It is possible to add laundry when
Pause: Reload is possible appears on
the display.

To continue the programme, press the
A button. The programme continues
automatically.

Notes

■ Do not leave the door open for too

long when adding laundry as water
from the laundry may leak out.

■ For safety reasons, the door remains

locked when the water level or
temperature is high, or while the
drum is turning, and it is not possible
to add laundry during this time.
Follow the information on the display
panel.

■ The load display is not active during

reloading.

Changing the programme

If you have started the wrong
programme by mistake, you can
change the programme as follows:

1. Press the A button.

2. Select another programme.

3. Press the A button. The new

programme starts from the
beginning.

Cancel the programme

For programmes at high temperatures:

1. Press the A button.

2. To cool down laundry: Select

Rinse / Freshen Up.

3. Press the A button.

For programmes at low temperatures:

1. Press the A button.

2. Select Spin or Drain.

3. Press the A button.

Programme end during rinse hold

The following appears on the display
panel:

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Continue the programme by:

■ Select the Spin (change the spin

speed if necessary)
or the Drain programme.

■ Press the A button.

Programme end

ÿ Finished, remove washing appears
on the display panel. The A button
indicator lamp is off.

30

Intelligent dosing system en

Removing laundry/switching off the appliance

1. Open the loading door and remove

the laundry. Follow the information
on the display panel.

2. Press the # button. The appliance is

switched off.

3. Turn off the tap. Note: Not required for AquaStop

models.

Notes

■ Do not leave any items of laundry in

the drum. They may shrink in the
next wash or discolour another item.

■ Remove any foreign objects from the

drum and the rubber gasket – risk of
rusting.

■ Wipe the rubber gasket dry.

Notes

■ Leave the loading door and

detergent drawer open so that any
residual water can evaporate.

■ Always wait until the programme

ends, as the appliance could still be
locked. Then switch the appliance
on and wait for it to unlock.

■ If the display panel goes off at the

end of a programme, the energy­saving mode is active. Press any
button to activate the panel.

a Intelligent dosing

system

Intelligent dosing system

Intelligent dosing system in the detergent drawer

i-DOS Intelligent Dosing system

Your washing machine has an intelligent
dosing system for liquid detergent and
fabric softener.

The i-DOS compartments ß and i/ß in
the detergent drawer are used for this
purpose. You can choose whether you
would like to use one liquid detergent
and one fabric softener or two liquid
detergents. Dispenser selection

~ Page 36







( Dispenser ß (1.3 l) for liquid

detergent

0 Dispenser i/ß (0.5 l) for fabric

softener (or detergent with
dispenser selection)

8 Compartment v u for manual

dosing

Depending on the programme selection
and settings, the optimum amounts of
detergent/fabric softener are dosed via
the i-DOS dispenser.

31

en Intelligent dosing system

Initial use/filling the dispensers

Refer to the manufacturer's instructions
when choosing your detergent and
fabric softener. We recommend the use
of standard, universal and colour liquid
detergents for all machine-washable,
coloured fabrics made of cotton or
synthetic materials.

Notes

■ Only use easy-pour liquid products

that the manufacturer recommends
adding to the detergent drawer.

■ Do not mix different liquid

detergents. If changing your liquid
detergent (type, manufacturer, etc.),
empty the dispenser completely and
clean it. ~ Page 38

■ Do not use products containing

solvents, caustic agents or volatile
substances (e.g. bleach).

■ Do not mix detergent and fabric

softener.

■ Do not use products that have

expired or are highly congealed.

■ To prevent drying out, do not leave

the dispenser lids open for a long
period of time.

Filling the dispensers:

The dispenser covers in the detergent
drawer are marked with the following
symbols:

■ ß Standard/universal detergent

■ i/ß Fabric softener

1. Open the detergent drawer.

2. Open the dispenser cover(s).

3. Add detergent/fabric softener.

Do not fill above the max. marking.

4. Close the cover(s).

5. Slowly push the detergent drawer in

completely.

When the appliance is switched on, the
fact that the detergent drawer is closed
completely is indicated by the following:

■ the corresponding illuminated

display on the drawer handle lights
up when intelligent dosing i-DOS w,
i-DOS i I w is selected.

■ the display flashes once and then

goes out if intelligent dosing is not
selected.

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Intelligent dosing system en

Everyday use

Illuminated displays on the drawer handle:

■ The display lights up if intelligent

dosing is selected for the
corresponding dispenser:
– w for dispenser ß (detergent),
– for the i I w illuminated display

for the combined compartment
i/ß, the lamp for the
appropriate dispenser content
lights up:
i for fabric softener/w for
detergent. ~ Page 31

■ The display flashes if the fill level of

the selected intelligent dosing
dispenser is below the minimum
level.

(De)selecting intelligent dosage and adjusting the dosage strength:

The intelligent dosages for detergent
and fabric softener are set at the factory
for programmes in which intelligent
dosing can be used.

Overview of programmes ~ Page 16
The dosage strength has been preset to

low (lightly soiled laundry) for
detergent w and to medium (medium
level of softness) for fabric softener i.
It can be changed for each programme.

~ Page 24

In addition to intelligent dosing, cleaning
aids (e.g. stain remover) can be added
manually to compartment v u, if
necessary. ~ Page 35

Note: Depending on the programme,

the selection (on/off) as well as the
relevant dosage strength that has been
selected for i-DOS i I w and i-DOS w
are saved until they are changed, even
when the machine is switched off.

Topping up the detergent/ fabric softener:

If, while intelligent dosing is selected,
the respective illuminated display
flashes and there is corresponding
information on the display panel, this
indicates that the minimum fill level has
not been reached. The content is
sufficient for approx. 3 washes.

The same detergent or fabric softener
can be added at any time. If you change
product/manufacturer, we recommend
that you clean the dispensers first.

~ Page 38

If required, adjust the basic dosage.

Base dosage

The basic dosages are:

■ For detergents – based on the

manufacturer’s recommendation for
average soiling and the respective
water hardness.

■ For fabric softeners – based on the

manufacturer's recommendation for
a medium level of softness.

Refer to the packaging label of your
detergent/fabric softener or ask the
manufacturer directly for this
information.

To find out the hardness of your water
supply, use a test strip or check with
your water supplier.

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en Intelligent dosing system

My water hardness:

Below is an example of detergent
dosages on a packaging label:

Degree of
soiling →
Water
hardness ↓

soft/medium 55 ml 75 ml

hard/very hard 75 ml 95 ml

light

normal

120 ml160

150 ml180

heavy

very heavy

ml

ml

The default setting for the basic dosage
is set specifically according to the area
in which you live (e.g. 75 ml for
detergent and 36 ml for fabric softener).

Set the basic detergent dosage
according to the detergent's packaging
label. Take your water hardness into
consideration when doing so

Select the basic fabric softener dosage
according to how soft you would like
your laundry to be.

Changing one basic dosage affects all
three dosages in the same way.

Notes

■ Reduce the basic dosage if using a

very concentrated detergent.

■ If large amounts of foam are

repeatedly created during washing,
please check your basic dosage and
dosage strength settings.
Certain types of liquid detergent can
also create excessive amounts of
foam. If your basic dosage and
dosage strength settings are correct,
we advise you to use a different
detergent.

Dispenser content for i-DOS i I w

Instead of fabric softener, a second
liquid detergent can be used in the
i-DOS i I w dispenser.

Notes

■ When switching the i-DOS i I w

dispenser content from fabric
softener to detergent, the basic

dosage for detergent is set to factory
settings for this dispenser and the
dosage for this detergent is set to
off for all programmes in which
intelligent dosing can be used. Then,
using the i-DOS i I w button on the
display panel, select the detergent
dosage (low, medium or high).

~ Page 12

■ The i-DOS w dispenser is

automatically deactivated if
detergent dosing is activated for the
i-DOS i I w dispenser.
The settings for this programme are
saved until they are changed.

■ When switching the i-DOS i I w

dispenser content to fabric softener,
the basic dosage is set to factory
settings and the dosage is set to
"normal" for all programmes in which
intelligent dosing can be used.

■ Switching the dispenser content

requires additional confirmation via
the display panel.

Changing the dispenser content:

Appliance settings ~ Page 36

Changing the basic dosages:

Appliance settings

~ Page 36

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Intelligent dosing system en

Manual dosage

In addition to intelligent dosing, you can
manually add cleaning aids (e.g.
softener, bleach or stain remover) to
compartment v u, if necessary.

For programmes without intelligent
dosing, or as desired (in which case,
set intelligent dosing to ö (off)),
detergent can be added manually to
compartment v u.

:Warning

Eye/skin irritation!

Detergent and care products may spray
out if the detergent drawer is opened
while the appliance is in operation.
Open the drawer carefully.
Rinse eyes or skin thoroughly if they
come into contact with detergent/care
products.
If swallowed accidentally, seek medical
advice.

Caution!
Damage to the appliance

Cleaning agents and agents for
pretreating laundry (e.g. stain removers,
prewash sprays, etc.) may cause
damage if they come into contact with
the surfaces of the washing machine.
Do not allow these agents to come into
contact with the surfaces of the washing
machine. If necessary, immediately wipe
away spray residue and other residues/
droplets with a damp cloth.

Notes

■ When dosing all detergents,

cleaning aids and cleaning agents,
always follow the manufacturer's
instructions.

■ If dosing detergent manually, do not

add additional detergent to the
intelligent dosing dispenser (set
intelligent dosing to ö (off)). This will
prevent overdosing and foaming

■ Dilute viscous fabric softener and

fabric conditioner with water to
prevent blockages.

Dosing and adding detergent:

1. Pull out the detergent drawer.

2. Add the correct dosage to

compartment v u depending on:
– Soiling
– Water hardness (ask your water

supply company)
– The amount of laundry
– The manufacturer's instructions

3. Close the detergent drawer.

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en Appliance settings

Q Appliance settings

Appliance settings

You can change the following appliance
settings:

Settings that can be selected:

■ End signal

off – quiet – medium – loud – very
loud

Adjust the volume of the end signal.

■ Button signal

off – quiet – medium – loud – very
loud

Adjust the volume of the button
signals.

■ Auto power-off of the appliance

in 15 – 30 – 60 min – never

The appliance automatically
switches off after ... minutes
(= 0 kWh energy consumption); to
switch on, press the # main switch
button.

■ Language

German
English

...
Change the displayed language.

■ Info: Drum cleaning

on – off

This instruction reminds you to carry
out a drum cleaning programme.

■ Dispenser content:

i-DOS i I w content

Fabric softener - detergent

Select/change the dispenser
content.

■ Basic dosage:

i-DOS i I w basis

10 ml – 200 ml

Set the basic dosage in accordance
with the recommendations of the
detergent/fabric softener
manufacturer.

■ Basic dosage:

i-DOS w basis

10 ml – 200 ml

Set the basic dosage in accordance
with the recommendations of the
detergent manufacturer.

To change the settings, press and hold
both basic settings 3 sec. buttons for
approx. 3 seconds. ~ Page 13

Notes

■ The settings are retained after the

appliance is switched off.

■ If you press and hold the buttons,

the settings run through
automatically.

H Sensors

Sensors

Automatic load sensing

Depending on the type of fabric and
load, the automatic load sensing
function optimally adjusts the water
consumption and programme duration
in each programme.

Unbalanced load detection system

The automatic unbalanced load
detection system detects imbalances
and ensures even distribution of the
laundry by repeatedly starting and
stopping drum spinning.

If the laundry is extremely unevenly
distributed, the speed is reduced or the
spin cycle is not performed for safety
reasons.

Note: Place large and small items of

laundry evenly in the drum.
~ Page 28, ~ Page 43

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Cleaning and maintenance en

AquaSensor

depending on the model
During the rinse cycle, the AquaSensor

checks the degree of turbidity (turbidity
is caused by dirt and detergent residue)
of the rinsing water. The duration and
the number of rinse cycles depend on
the turbidity of the water.

Load sensor/display

The load sensor detects the load level
in the washing machine when the door
is open. This is indicated by the bar
filling on the display panel.

Note: In order for the load sensor to

fully determine the amount of laundry,
the drum must be empty before the
washing machine is switched on.

Dosing recommendation

The dosing recommendation indicates a
recommended detergent dosage as a
percentage, depending on the selected
programme and the detected load. The
indicated % refers to the dosing
recommendation of the detergent
manufacturer.

Note: By adhering to the dosing

recommendation, you can help look
after both the environment and your
household budget.

2 Cleaning and

maintenance

Cleaning and maintenance

:Warning

Danger of death!

There is a risk of electric shock if you
touch live components.
Switch off the appliance and pull out the
mains plug.

:Warning

Risk of poisoning!

Toxic vapours can be produced by
cleaning agents that contain solvents,
e.g. cleaning solvent.
Do not use cleaning agents that contain
solvents.

Caution!
Damage to the appliance

Cleaning agents that contain solvents,
e.g. cleaning solvent, can damage
surfaces and components in the
machine.
Do not use cleaning agents that contain
solvents.

Prevent detergent residue from
building up and odours from forming
by following these instructions:

Notes

■ Ensure the room in which the

washing machine is set up is well
ventilated.

■ Leave the door and detergent

dispenser tray open slightly when
the washing machine is not in use.

■ Occasionally run a wash using the

Cottons 60 °C programme and
powder detergent.

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en Cleaning and maintenance

Machine housing/control panel

■ Wipe the housing and the control

panel with a soft, damp cloth.

■ Remove the detergent residue

immediately.

■ Do not clean with a water jet.

Drum

Use chlorine-free cleaning agents, do
not use steel wool.

If there are odours in the washing
machine, or to clean the drum, run the
Drum Clean 90 °C programme without
laundry. Add washing powder.

Descaling

Descaling should not be necessary if
the detergent is measured out correctly.
However, if it is required, follow the
manufacturer's instructions for the
descaling agent. Suitable descalers can
be obtained via our website or from
customer services. ~ Page 45

i-DOS detergent draw and its housing

1. Emptying the dispensers:

The dispensers have emptying
outlets with removable sealing plugs
at the front. To empty the
dispensers, first remove the drawer
handle as shown below:
a) Pull out the detergent drawer.

b) Pull the catch (A) on the back of

the drawer handle (in the centre
at the bottom) slightly towards
you. This unlocks the drawer
handle (B), which you can then
pull off by lifting it upwards.

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c) To empty the dispensers,

carefully pull off each of the
sealing plugs and empty the
contents into a suitable container.

d) Then push the sealing plugs

back in completely.

2. Cleaning the dispensers/detergent

drawer:

The detergent drawer can be
removed completely to allow you to
clean to dispensers after you have
emptied them.
a) Empty the dispensers before

removing the drawer.

Note: Only put the drawer handle

back on after you have finished
cleaning.

b) Pull out the drawer.
c) Press the catch and remove the

drawer completely.

d) Carefully remove the drawer

cover.

Caution!

Risk of damage to the detergent
drawer.
The detergent drawer contains
electrical components. These may
become damaged if they come into
contact with water.
– Do not clean the cover in the

dishwasher and do not immerse
it in water.

Cleaning and maintenance en

– Protect the rear drawer connector

against water, detergent or fabric­softener residue; if necessary,
clean the outer surfaces with a
soft, damp cloth. Dry before
putting back in.

e) Clean the drawer and the cover

with a soft, damp cloth or a hand
shower. Also clean the inner
surfaces with a soft, damp cloth.

f) Dry the drawer and the cover and

put them back together.

g) Push the drawer handle back in

from above until you feel it click
in place.

h) Clean the inside of the detergent-

drawer housing.

i) Push the detergent drawer in

completely.

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en Cleaning and maintenance

The drain pump is blocked, emergency draining

:Warning

Risk of scalding!

When you wash at high temperatures,
the water gets very hot. If you come into
contact with the hot water, you may be
scalded.
Allow the water to cool down.

1. Turn off the water tap so that no

more water can flow in and has to be
drained via the drain pump.

2. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the

mains plug.

3. Open and remove the service flap.

4. Take the drain hose out of the

retainer.
Remove the sealing cap and pour
the water out into a suitable
container.
Replace the sealing cap and place
the drain hose back in the retainer.

6. Put the service flap back on, lock it

into place and close it.

Note: To prevent unused detergent

from flowing straight into the drain
during the next wash, pour 1 litre of
water into compartment v u and start
the Drain programme.

The drain hose at the siphon is blocked

1. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the

mains plug.

2. Loosen the hose clamp. Carefully

remove the drain hose; residual
water may leak out.

3. Clean the drain hose and siphon

connecting piece.

5. Carefully unscrew the pump cover;

residual water may leak out.
Clean the interior, pump-cover
thread and pump housing. The
impeller in the drain pump must be
able to rotate.
Refit the pump cover and screw it on
tightly. The handle must be in a
vertical position.

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4. Re-attach the drain hose and secure

the connection point using the hose
clamp.

Faults and what to do about them. en

Filter in the water supply blocked

First, reduce the water pressure in the supply hose:

1. Turn off the tap.

2. Select any programme

(except Rinse/Spin/Empty).

3. Press the A button. Allow the

programme to run for approximately
40 seconds.

4. Press the # button. The appliance is

switched off.

5. Pull out the mains plug.

Then clean the filter:

1. Disconnect the hose from the tap.

Clean the filter with a small brush.

2. For standard and Aqua-Secure

models, clean the filter on the rear of
the appliance:
Remove the hose from the rear of
the appliance.
Use pliers to remove the filter and
then clean it.

3 Faults and what to do

about them.

Faults and what to do about them.

Emergency release

E.g. in the event of a power cut
The programme continues when the

power supply is restored.

However, if the laundry has to be
removed, the washing machine door
can be opened as follows:

: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
and laundry.
If possible, leave it to cool down first.

:Warning

Risk of injury!

You may injure your hands if you reach
into the drum while it is turning.
Do not reach into the drum when it is
turning.
Wait until the drum has stopped turning.

Caution!
Water damage

Any escaping water may cause water
damage.
Do not open the door if water can be
seen through the glass.

1. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the

mains plug.

2. Drain the water

3. Pull the emergency release

downwards with a tool and release.
The door can then be opened.

. ~ Page 40

3. Connect the hose and check for

leaks.

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en Faults and what to do about them.

Information on the display panel

Display Cause/remedy

Re-fill the
i-DOS i I w ,
w dispenser

i-DOS i I w, i-DOS
w error;
deactivate
i-DOS i I w, i-DOS w

Please close
detergent drawer

Pause: Reload is not
possible

Door cannot be
unlocked: Water level
or temperature is too
high

The door cannot be
locked; please open
the door again, then
close it and select the
A button

Please open tap ■ Turn on the tap fully,

Please clean pump ■ The drain pump is blocked. Clean the drain pump. ~ Page 40

AquaStop has been
activated! Please call
the after-sales service

Auto power-off in ...
seconds

Water cooling To protect the wastewater pipes, the hot detergent solution is cooled before being

The i-DOS dispensers are below the minimum fill level; top up ~ Page 32.

set i-DOS i I w , i-DOS w to off.
Call the after-sales service. The appliance can still be operated using manual

dosing. Manual dosing ~ Page 35

Push the detergent drawer in correctly. ~ Page 33

Water level or temperature is too high. Press the A button to continue the
programme.

Water level or temperature is too high. Press the A button to continue the
programme.

■ Laundry may be caught. Open and close the door again and press the A

button.

■ If necessary, push the door closed or remove some laundry and then push it

closed again.

■ If necessary, switch the appliance off and on again; set the programme and

make your individual settings; start the programme.

■ Supply hose kinked/trapped,

■ The water pressure is too low. Clean the filter. ~ Page 41

■ The drain hose/drain pipe is blocked. Clean the drain hose at the siphon.

~ Page 40

Does not occur for models without AquaStop
There is water in the base trough; the appliance is leaking. Turn off the tap. Call the
after-sales service.

Appliance automatically switches off after ... seconds if it is not operated for a
prolonged period. To cancel, press any button. ~ Page 36

drained.

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Faults and what to do about them. en

Display Cause/remedy

Drum care
information:

This instruction reminds you to carry out the Drum Clean 90 °C programme
or a 60 °C programme to clean and care for the drum and the outer tub.

Notes

■ Run the programme without laundry.

■ Use washing powder or a detergent containing bleach. To prevent foaming,

only use half the amount of detergent recommended by the detergent
manufacturer. Do not use detergents designed for woollens or delicates.

■ Switch reminder information on/off. ~ Page 12

Other displays
Error E:XXX

Switch off the appliance, wait for five seconds and then switch it on again. If the
display appears again, call the after-sales service.

Faults and what to do about them.

Faults Cause/remedy

Water is leaking from the
appliance.

The appliance is not filling
with water.

The dispenser is empty
and the fill level indicator
is not flashing.

The wrong detergent/
fabric softener has been
poured into the
dispenser(s).

Detergent/fabric softener
has congealed in the
dispensers.

The door cannot be
opened.

The programme will not
start.

The drum briefly jerks or
judders after the
programme has started.

The water is not draining. ■ Is $ selected (Rinse Hold = no final spin)? ~ Page 30

■ Attach the drain hose correctly or replace it.

■ Tighten the threaded joint on the inlet hose.

■ Have you pressed the A button?

■ Is the tap turned on?

■ Could the filter be clogged? Clean the filter.

■ Is the inlet hose kinked or trapped?

■ Is the drawer cover/connector dirty? Cleaning ~ Page 34

■ Has the detergent drawer been pushed in correctly? Insert correctly.

~ Page 38

Dispenser(s):

1. Empty and clean.

2. Refill. ~ Page 32

Clean and refill the dispensers.

■ The safety function is activated. Cancel the programme? ~ Page 30

■ Is $ selected (Rinse Hold = no final spin)? ~ Page 30

■ Can the door only be opened by the emergency release? ~ Page 41

■ Have you pressed the A or Finished in button?

■ Is the door closed?

■ Is the E childproof lock activated? Deactivate. ~ Page 29

Not a fault – the internal motor test may cause the drum to jerk or judder briefly
when the wash programme starts.

■ Clean the drain pump. ~ Page 40

■ Clean the drain pipe and/or the drain hose.

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en Faults and what to do about them.

Faults Cause/remedy

Water is not visible in the

Not a fault – the water is below the visible area.

drum.

The spin result is not
satisfactory.

Laundry wet/too damp.

The spin cycle runs

■ Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system has interrupted the spin

cycle because the laundry is unevenly distributed.
Distribute small and large items of washing in the drum.

■ Is Less Ironing selected (depending on the model)? ~ Page 33

■ Is the selected speed too low? ~ Page 26

Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an imbalance.

several times.

The programme is taking
longer than usual.

■ Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an

imbalance by repeatedly distributing the laundry.

■ Not a fault – the foam detection is system active – a rinse cycle has been

switched on.

The length of the
programme changes
during the wash cycle.

Residual water in the
care-product

Not a fault – the programme sequence is optimised for the specific washing
process. This may change the length of the programme shown on the display
panel.

■ Not a fault – the effectiveness of the care product is not affected.

■ Clean the insert if necessary. ~ Page 28

compartment.

Odours in the washing
machine.

Run the Drum Clean or Cottons 90 °C programme without laundry.
Add washing powder or a detergent containing bleach.

Note: . To prevent foaming, only use half the amount of detergent

recommended by the detergent manufacturer. Do not use detergents designed
for woollens or delicates.

Repeated, intensive
foaming.

Detergent/fabric softener
drips off the seal and

■ Check the basic dosage settings and dosage strength.

■ If required, use a different liquid detergent.

There is too much detergent/fabric softener in the dispensers. Observe the
max markings in the dispensers.

collects on the door or in
the seal fold.

i-DOS i I w default
setting deleted.

Loud noises, vibrations
and machine “movement”
during the spin cycle.

All settings are changed when the menu setting i-DOS i I w : Content is
changed. ~ Page 23

■ Appliance aligned? Align the appliance. ~ Page 52

■ Are the appliance feet secured? Secure the appliance's feet. ~ Page 52

■ Have the transport braces been removed? Remove the transport braces.

~ Page 49

The display panel/
indicator lamps do not
work while the appliance

■ Power failure?

■ Have the fuses blown? Switch on/replace the fuses.

■ If the fault occurs repeatedly, call the after-sales service.

is running.

There is detergent
residue on the laundry.

■ Some phosphate-free detergents contain water-insoluble residue.

■ Select Rinse / Freshen Up or brush the laundry after washing.

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After-sales service en

Faults Cause/remedy

In the "Reload" status,
A flashes very quickly
and a signal sounds.

■ The water level is too high. It is not possible to add laundry. Close the door

immediately, if necessary.

■ Press the A button to continue the programme.

If you cannot rectify a fault yourself (after switching the machine off and on again) or a repair is required:

■ Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug.

■ Turn off the tap and call the after-sales service.

4 After-sales service

After-sales service

If you cannot rectify a fault yourself,
contact customer services. ~ Cover
page

We will always find an appropriate
solution in order to avoid unnecessary
visits by engineers.

Please give customer services the
product number (E no.) and the
production number (FD) of the
appliance.

(1U )'

E no. Product number
FD Production number

You can find this information
*depending on the model:

On the inside of the door*/in the
opened service flap* and on the rear of
the appliance.

Trust the expertise of the
manufacturer.

Contact us for assistance. By doing so,
you will ensure that the repairs are
carried out by trained service personnel
using genuine spare parts.

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en Consumption rates

[ Consumption rates

Consumption rates

Energy and water consumption, programme duration and residual moisture for the main washing programmes

(approximate values)

Programme Additional

Cottons 20 °C 8,5 kg 0,27 kWh 80 l 2 ] h
Cottons 40 °C 8,5 kg 1,20 kWh 80 l 2 ^ h
Cottons 60 °C 8,5 kg 1,55 kWh 80 l 2 ] h
Cottons 60 °C * EcoPerfect *** 8,5 kg 0,69 kWh 73 l 4 ] h
Cottons 90 °C 8,5 kg 2,60 kWh 91 l 2 ] h

Easy Care 40 °C 4 kg 0,70 kWh 61 l 2 h
Mix 40 °C 4 kg 0,60 kWh 45 l 1 ] h
Delicates / Silk 30 °C 2 kg 0,19 kWh 37 l _ h
Wool 30 °C 2 kg 0,19 kWh 40 l _ h

Values determined according IEC60456:2010.
* Program setting with maximum spin speed for testing according to AS/NZS 2040.2 and AS/NZS 6400.
** Observed values may deviate from the indicated values due to influence of water pressure, hardness

and inlet temperature, ambient temperature, type, amount and soiling of laundry, detergent used,

fluctuations in power supply and selected additional functions.
*** Additional function for label program.

Cottons 60 °C + EcoPerfect is recommended for a normally soiled load.

function

J Technical data

Technical data

Dimensions:
850 x 600 x 590 mm

(height x width x depth)
Weight:

70 - 85 kg (depending on model)
Mains connection:

Mains voltage 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz
Nominal current 10 A
Nominal power 1900 – 2300 W

Load Energy

consumption**

Water pressure:
100 - 1000 kPa (1 - 10 bar)

Power consumption when switched
off:

0,12 W
Power consumption when left on:

0,43 W

Water consumption**

Programme duration**

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Positioning and connecting en

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 any complaints,
contact the dealer from whom you
purchased the appliance or our
customer services. ~ Page 45





#

+

3

( Mains cable
0 Bag:

■ Installation and operating

instructions

■ Customer services location

directory*

■ Warranty*

■ Cover caps for openings after

the transport braces have
been removed

■ Adaptor with sealing washer

from 21 mm = ½" to

26.4 mm = ¾" *

8 Water supply hose on Aqua-Stop

models

@ Water drain hose
H Elbow for securing the water

drain hose*

P Water supply hose on standard/

Aqua-Secure models

* depending on the model

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 aligning

■ Spanner with:

– WAF13 for loosening the

transport braces, and

– WAF17 for aligning the appliance

feet

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en Positioning and connecting

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 be stable

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 2200, WX 9756,
CZ 110600, Z 7080X0

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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Positioning and connecting en

Installing the appliance in a kitchenette

:Warning

Danger 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 drum, for example,
may become damaged when the
machine 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.

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. Insert the covers. Lock the covers

firmly in place by applying pressure
to the snap-in hooks.

Note: Keep the screws and sleeves in

a safe place.

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Hose and cable lengths

■ Left-hand connection

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Tip: The following are available from

specialist dealers/customer services:

■ Extension for Aqua-Stop and cold

water supply hose (approx. 2.50 m);
order no. WM Z2380, WZ 10130,
CZ 11350, Z 7070X0

■ A longer supply hose

(approx. 2.20 m) for standard
models; individual component
number for customer services:
00353925

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 hot­water 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

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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

Water outlet

: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. when draining hot water into a
washbasin).
Do not reach into the hot water.

Caution!
Water damage

If the drain hose slips out of the
washbasin 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.

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.
Make sure that:

■ The plug does not block drainage

from the washbasin.

■ The end of the drain hose is not

immersed in the drained water.

■ The water drains away quickly

enough.

■ 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.

Note: Do not kink the water drain hose

or put strain on it lengthways.

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Connection

■ Drainage into a washbasin

■ Drainage into a siphon

The connection point must be
secured using a hose clamp with a
diameter of 24 - 40 mm (available
from specialist dealers).

■ Drainage into a plastic pipe with

rubber bushing or into a drainage
pit

Levelling

Align the appliance using a spirit level.
Incorrect alignment may result in loud

noises, vibrations and machine
"movement".

1. Loosen the lock nuts using a WAF17

spanner, by turning it in a clockwise
direction.

2. Check the alignment of the washing

machine with a spirit level, and
adjust it if necessary. Change the
height by turning the appliance feet.
All four appliance feet must stand
firmly on the ground.

3. The lock nuts on all four appliance

feet must be screwed tightly against
the housing using a suitable WAF17
spanner. In doing so, hold the foot
tight and do not adjust its height.

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Electrical connection

:Warning

Danger 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.

■ Never unplug the mains plug during

operation.

Observe the following information and
ensure that:

Notes

■ The mains voltage and voltage

indicated on the washing machine
(rating plate) are the same.
The connected load and fuse
required are specified on the rating
plate.

■ The washing machine is only

connected to an alternating current
supply via a properly installed
earthed socket.

■ The mains plug fits the socket.

■ The cable cross-section is adequate.

■ The earthing system is properly

installed.

■ The mains cable is only replaced by

a qualified electrician (if this is
necessary). Replacement mains
cables are available from customer
services.

■ No multiple plugs/couplings or

extension cables are used.

■ If an earth-leakage circuit breaker is

used, only a type which displays the
z symbol is used.
Only this symbol guarantees
compliance with the currently
applicable regulations.

■ The mains plug can be accessed at

all times.

■ The mains cable is not kinked,

squashed, altered or cut through.

■ The mains cable does not come into

contact with heat sources.

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Before washing for the first time

The washing machine was thoroughly
tested before leaving the factory. To
remove any water that may be left over
from the test, run the first wash cycle

without any laundry.

Notes

■ The washing machine must be

correctlyinstalled and connected.

(from ~ Page 47).

■ Never use a damaged machine.

Inform your customer services.

Preparatory work:

1. Check the machine.

2. Fill the ß and i dispensers.

~ Page 32

3. Remove the protective film from the

control panel.

4. Connect the mains plug.

5. Turn the tap on.

Run the programme without laundry.

1. Switch on the appliance.

2. Close the door

(do not load any laundry).

3. Set the Drum Clean 90 °C

programme.

4. Open the detergent drawer.

5. Pour approx. 1 litre of water into

compartment v u.

6. Pour standard detergent into

compartment v u.

Note: To prevent foaming, only use

half the amount of detergent
recommended by the detergent
manufacturer. Do not use detergent
designed for woollens or delicates.

7. Close the detergent drawer.

8. Press the A button.

9. Switch off the appliance at the end of

the programme.

Your washing machine is now ready to
use.

Transportation

E.g. when moving house

Caution!
Risk of damage to the appliance

caused by detergent/fabric softener
leaking from the dispensers.

Leaking detergent/fabric softener can
prevent the appliance from working
correctly, e.g. due to damage to the
electronics.
Empty the dispensers before
transporting the appliance.

Preparatory work:

1. Turn off the tap.

2. Reduce the water pressure in the

supply hose: ~ Page 41; cleaning
and maintenance – filter in the water
supply clogged

3. Disconnect the washing machine

from the mains.

4. Drain any residual water:

~ Page 40; cleaning and
maintenance – drain pump blocked,
emergency draining

5. Remove the hoses.

6. Empty the dispensers. ~ Page 38

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Installing the transport braces:

1. Remove the covers and keep them

in a safe place.
Use a screwdriver if necessary.

2. Insert all four sleeves.

Clip the mains cable securely in the
holders. Insert and tighten the
screws.

Before switching on the appliance
again:

Notes

■ Always remove the transport braces.

■ To prevent unused detergent from

flowing straight into the drain during
the next wash: Pour approx. 1 litre of
water into compartment v u and
start the Drain programme.

r Aqua-Stop warranty

Aqua-Stop warranty

Only for appliances with Aqua-Stop

In addition to warranty claims against
the vendor based on the purchase
agreement and to our appliance
warranty, we will provide compensation
under the following conditions:

1. If water damage is caused due to a

fault in our Aqua-Stop system, we
will compensate domestic
customers for the damage caused.

2. The liability guarantee is valid for the

service life of the appliance.

3. It is a prerequisite of all warranty

claims that the appliance with Aqua­Stop must have been installed and
connected correctly in accordance
with our instructions; this also
includes a correctly fitted Aqua-Stop
extension (genuine accessories).
Our warranty does not cover
defective feed lines or fittings
leading to the Aqua-Stop connection
at the tap.

4. Appliances with Aqua-Stop do not

need to be supervised during
operation, nor secured afterwards by
turning off the tap.
The tap only needs to be turned off if
you are away from home for a long
period, e.g. for several weeks'
holiday.

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You can find the contact information for all countries in the attached after-sales
service directory.

Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH
Carl-Wery-Straße 34
81739 München, GERMANY

*9001109736*

9001109736 (9504)