Bosch WAW28620AU Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

Bosch WAW28620AU Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Washing machine WAW28620AU en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions...
  • Page 2 Your new washing machine Note/tip Information about the optimum use of You have chosen a Bosch washing the appliance/any other useful machine. information. Please take a few minutes to read and 1. 2. 3. / a) b) c) become familiar with the advantages of your washing machine.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents e n I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l a n d I n s t a l l a t i o n I n s t r u c t i o n s Intended use.
  • Page 4 Operating the appliance..39 Cleaning and maintenance . . . 48 Preparing the washing machine . . . 39 Machine housing/control panel ..49 Switching on the appliance/ Drum ......49 selecting a programme .
  • Page 5: Intended Use

    Intended use Intended use This appliance is intended for private ■ I n t e n d e d u s e domestic use only. Do not install or operate this ■ appliance anywhere that is liable to experience frost and/or outdoor conditions.
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Do not allow children to Safety instructions ■ clean or maintain this appliance unsupervised. T he following safety information Keep children under 3 years S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s and warnings are provided to ■...
  • Page 7: Installation

    Safety instructions Warning Installation Risk of suffocation! Warning If allowed to play with the Risk of electric shock/fire/ packaging/plastic film or material damage/damage to packing components, children the appliance! may become caught in these or If the appliance is not installed pull them over their heads and properly, this may lead to a suffocate.
  • Page 8 Safety instructions If using a residual current Warning ■ circuit breaker, only use one Risk of injury/material that bears the following damage/damage to the mark: z. The presence of appliance! this mark is the only way to The appliance may vibrate or ■...
  • Page 9 Safety instructions If the hoses and mains The appliance is secured for ■ ■ cables are not correctly transportation by transport routed, they may constitute a locking devices. If the tripping hazard, which may transport locking devices are result in injury. not removed before the Route hoses and cables appliance is operated, this...
  • Page 10: Operation

    Safety instructions If you reach into the drum Operation ■ while it is still rotating, you Warning risk injuring your hands. Risk of explosions/fire! Wait until the drum has Laundry that has been stopped rotating. pretreated with cleaning agents Warning that contain solvents, e.g.
  • Page 11: Cleaning/Maintenance

    Safety instructions Caution! Cleaning/Maintenance Material damage/damage to Warning the appliance Risk of death! If the amount of laundry in ■ The appliance is powered by the appliance exceeds its electricity. There is a risk of maximum load capacity, it electric shock if you come into may not be able to operate contact with live components.
  • Page 12 Safety instructions Warning Caution! Risk of poisoning! Material damage/damage to the appliance Poisonous fumes may be given off by cleaning agents that Cleaning agents and agents for contain solvents, e.g. cleaning pretreating laundry (e.g. stain solvent. removers, prewash sprays, etc.) Do not use cleaning agents that may cause damage if they contain solvents.
  • Page 13: Environmental Protection

    Environmental protection Information on energy and water ■ Environmental consumption: ~ Page 26 The displays provide information protection about the relative level of energy and water consumption in the selected P ackaging/used appliance programmes. E n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n The more indicator lights light up, Dispose of packaging in an the higher the programme's...
  • Page 14: Positioning And Connecting

    Positioning and connecting ( Mains cable Positioning and 0 Bag: connecting Installation and operating ■ instructions I ncluded with the appliance Customer services location ■ P o s i t i o n i n g a n d c o n n e c t i n g directory* Check the machine for transport Note:...
  • Page 15: Safety Instructions

    Positioning and connecting Safety instructions Installation surface The washing machine be stable Warning Note: so that it does not move around. Risk of injury! The installation surface must be firm The washing machine is very heavy. ■ ■ and level. Be careful when lifting/transporting Soft floors/floor coverings are not the washing machine.
  • Page 16: Installing The Appliance In A Kitchenette

    Positioning and connecting Installing the appliance in a Take the hoses out of the holders. kitchenette Warning Danger of death! There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components. Do not remove the appliance covering plate. Unscrew and remove all four transportation securing bolts with a Notes wrench (WAF 13).
  • Page 17: Hose And Cable Lengths

    Positioning and connecting Hose and cable lengths Left-hand connection ■ Right-hand connection ■ The following are available from Tip: 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 ■...
  • Page 18: Water Inlet

    Positioning and connecting Water inlet Optimum water pressure in the supply network Warning At least 100 kPa (1 bar) Danger of death! Maximum 1000 kPa (10 bar) There is a risk of electric shock if you When the tap is open, the water flow touch live components.
  • Page 19: Water Outlet

    Positioning and connecting Water outlet Connection Drainage into a washbasin 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).
  • Page 20: Levelling

    Positioning and connecting Levelling Observe the following information and ensure that: Align the appliance using a spirit level. Notes Incorrect alignment may result in loud The mains voltage and voltage ■ noises, vibrations and machine indicated on the washing machine "movement".
  • Page 21: Before Washing For The First Time

    Positioning and connecting 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 ■...
  • Page 22: Transportation

    Positioning and connecting Transportation Fitting the transportation securing means: E.g. when moving house Remove the covers and keep them in a safe place. Caution! If required, use a screwdriver. 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.
  • Page 23: Main Points In Brief

    Main points in brief Main points in brief M a i n p o i n t s i n b r i e f Connect the mains Open the door. To switch on, press Select a plug. Turn on the the # button.
  • Page 24: Getting To Know The Appliance

    Getting to know the appliance Getting to know the appliance W ashing machine G e t t i n g t o k n o w t h e a p p l i a n c e Detergent drawer ~ Page 40 Operating/display panel Door with door handle 9S Open the door...
  • Page 25: Control Panel

    Getting to know the appliance Control panel All the buttons are sensitive P Child lock 3 sec. (E) Note: (except for the main switch) and only to prevent the set functions from need to be pressed lightly. being changed accidentally: Press and hold the Finished in + and - button at the same time for ( Main switch...
  • Page 26: Display Panel

    Getting to know the appliance Display panel Finished in time ■ e.g. 2:30; Programme duration depends on the programme selection in h:min (hours:minutes), Preselection of end time ■ 1 - 24 h; Programme ends after ... h (h = hours), Base dosing quantity ■...
  • Page 27 Getting to know the appliance Further information Further information Switching off the appliance automatically: Programme progress: On OFF ~ Page 13, ~ Page 47 Prewash Washing Rinse à Spin - 0 - Programme end Programme end during Rinse Stop - P - Pause, e.g.
  • Page 28: Laundry

    Laundry Some examples of soiling levels can Laundry be found on ~ Page 29 – Light: Do not prewash, select the P repare the laundry SpeedPerfect setting if L a u n d r y necessary Caution! – Normal Damage to the appliance/fabrics –...
  • Page 29: Detergent

    Detergent Saving energy and detergent Detergent For light and normal soiling, you can C orrect selection of detergent save energy (lower washing D e t e r g e n t temperature) and detergent. The care label is crucial for selecting the correct detergent, temperature and Saving Soiling/note...
  • Page 30: Overview Of Programmes

    Overview of programmes Overview of programmes P rogrammes on the programme selector O v e r v i e w o f p r o g r a m m e s Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Programme name Max. load Brief explanation of the programme and for which fabrics it is Temperature that can be selected suitable.
  • Page 31 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Max. 4 kg Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics Ž - 40 °C $, 0 - 1600** rpm EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, Prewash, Rinse Plus, Easy Iron Detergent è, fabric softener è Delicates / Silk Max.
  • Page 32 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Rinse / Spin Extra rinse/spin with selectable speed Note: . The Rinse Plus button is set by default for this $, 0 - 1600** rpm programme. If you require a spin cycle only, press the button to Easy Iron deactivate the function.
  • Page 33 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Jeans / Dark Wash Max. 3.5 kg Dark-coloured cottons and dark-coloured easy-care fabrics; Ž - 40 °C turn items inside-out before washing. $, 0 - 1200 rpm EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, Prewash, Rinse Plus, Easy Iron Detergent è, fabric softener è...
  • Page 34 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Outdoor Max. 2 kg Membrane-coated weatherproof or outdoor clothing and water- Ž - 40 °C resistant fabrics $, 0 - 800 rpm Notes EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, Use special detergent suitable for machine washing; add ■...
  • Page 35 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Automatic Max. 6 kg Hard-wearing fabrics; 40 °C The degree of soiling and the type of fabric are automatically $, 1400 rpm detected and the washing sequence and intelligent dosage are adjusted accordingly. Detergent è, fabric softener è...
  • Page 36: Starching

    Programme default settings Starching Programme default settings Laundry should not be treated Note: with fabric softener. T he default programme settings are Switch on the appliance. P r o g r a m m e d e f a u l t s e t t i n g s displayed in the display panel after Select the Rinse programme.
  • Page 37: Finished In

    Programme default settings The maximum speed that can be set After starting the programme (if a depends on the model and programme Finished in time has been selected and that has been selected. the wash programme has not yet started), you can change the preselected number of hours as follows: Finished in Press the A button.
  • Page 38: I-Dos Settings

    Additional programme settings i-DOS settings Additional programme settings Your washing machine has an intelligent dosing system for liquid detergent and fabric softener. An overview of all additional settings, A d d i t i o n a l p r o g r a m m e s e t t i n g s which can be selected depending on The washing machine doses your the programme, can be found from...
  • Page 39: Rinse Plus

    Operating the appliance Rinse Plus Switching on the appliance/ selecting a programme Additional rinse cycle for particularly sensitive skin and/or for areas with very Press the # button. The appliance is soft water. switched on. The Cottons programme set at the Easy Iron factory is then always displayed.
  • Page 40: Placing Laundry Into The Drum

    Operating the appliance Placing laundry into the drum Measure and add detergent and care products Warning The washing machine doses your Danger of death! detergent and fabric softener Items of laundry pretreated with automatically in most programmes. cleaning agents that contain solvents, e.g.
  • Page 41: Select Additional Programme Settings

    Operating the appliance Default programme settings Child lock 3 sec. ~ Page 36 Select additional programme You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have set from settings being changed inadvertently. To do this, activate the childproof lock. By selecting additional settings, you can better adapt the washing process to To activate/deactivate, press and hold...
  • Page 42: Changing The Programme

    Operating the appliance Programme end Notes Do not leave the door open for too ■ - 0 - and ÿ appear in the display panel. long when adding laundry as water The A button indicator lamp is off. from the laundry may leak out. For safety reasons, the door remains ■...
  • Page 43: Intelligent Dosing System

    Intelligent dosing system Initial use/filling the Intelligent dosing dispensers system Refer to the manufacturer's instructions I ntelligent dosing system in when choosing your detergent and I n t e l l i g e n t d o s i n g s y s t e m fabric softener.
  • Page 44: Everyday Use

    Intelligent dosing system Everyday use Filling the dispensers: The lids of the dispensers in the Indicator lights in the display panel: detergent drawer are marked with the following symbols: ß Standard/universal detergent ■ i Fabric softener ■ Open the detergent drawer. Open the dispenser lid(s).
  • Page 45: Basic Settings

    Intelligent dosing system Below is an example of detergent Topping up the detergent/ fabric dosages on a packaging label: softener: If the indicator light for the selected Degree of intelligent dosage flashes, this means soiling → that the amount of detergent or fabric Water softener in the dispenser is below the hardness ↓...
  • Page 46: Manual Dosage

    Intelligent dosing system Changing the basic dosages: Caution! Damage to the appliance Press the corresponding i-DOS Cleaning agents and agents for button (w or i) for approx. 3 pretreating laundry (e.g. stain removers, seconds. The preset basic dosage prewash sprays, etc.) may cause will appear in the display panel.
  • Page 47: Appliance Settings

    Appliance settings Changing the signal volume Appliance settings Use the Finished in + or - button to Y ou can change the following settings: change the following settings at the A p p l i a n c e s e t t i n g s corresponding programme selector The volume of the buttons and the ■...
  • Page 48: Sensors

    Sensors Sensors Cleaning and maintenance A utomatic load sensing S e n s o r s Warning Depending on the type of fabric and C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e Danger of death! load, the automatic load sensing There is a risk of electric shock if you...
  • Page 49: Machine Housing/Control Panel

    Cleaning and maintenance Machine housing/control i-DOS detergent draw and its panel housing Wipe the housing and the control Emptying the dispensers: ■ panel with a soft, damp cloth. The dispensers have emptying Remove the detergent residue outlets with removable sealing plugs ■...
  • Page 50 Cleaning and maintenance 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. – Protect the rear drawer connector Only put the drawer handle Note: against water, detergent or fabric-...
  • Page 51: The Drain Pump Is Blocked, Emergency Draining

    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 Put the service flap back on, lock it into place and close it.
  • Page 52: Filter In The Water Supply Blocked

    Faults and what to do about them. Filter in the water supply Faults and what to do blocked about them. First, reduce the water pressure in the E mergency release supply hose: F a u l t s a n d w h a t t o d o a b o u t t h e m . Turn off the tap.
  • Page 53: Information On The Display Panel

    Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Display Cause/Remedy - P - and ÿ The door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. - P - The temperature is too high. Wait until the temperature drops. ■...
  • Page 54: Faults And What To Do About Them

    Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy Water is leaking out. Attach the drain hose correctly or replace it. ■ Tighten the screw connection of the drain hose. ■ The machine is not filling Have you pressed the A button? ■...
  • Page 55 Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy The programme is taking Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an ■ longer than usual. imbalance by repeatedly distributing the laundry. Not a fault – the foam detection is system active – a rinse cycle has been ■...
  • Page 56: After-Sales Service

    After-sales service Faults Cause/Remedy - P - and ÿ appear in the The door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. display panel when the cycle is paused. 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.
  • Page 57: Consumption Rates

    Consumption rates Consumption rates E nergy and water consumption, programme duration and C o n s u m p t i o n r a t e s residual moisture for the main washing programmes (approximate values) Programme Additional Load Energy Water Programme...
  • Page 58: Information For Test Institute

    Technical data Information for test institute Items Instruction Pre-treatment of new Run two empty runs of Cottons 90 °C with 1400 rpm: The appliance 1st run with 50g detergent and 8g anti sudsing agent, the 2nd run without detergent and sudsing agent. According to standard AS NZS 2040.1-2005 AS NZS 2040.2-2005...
  • Page 59: Aqua-Stop Warranty

    Aqua-Stop warranty Aqua-Stop warranty O nly for appliances with Aqua-Stop A q u a - S t o p w a r r a n t y 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: If water damage is caused due to a...
  • Page 60 0344 892 8979 (Calls charged at local or mobile rate.) 01450 2655 (0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute.) 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 *9001290436*...

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