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Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Washing machine WAT..., WAW... Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions...
  • Page 2 Your new washing machine Display rules : Warning! You have chosen a Bosch washing machine. This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly dangerous Please take a few minutes to read and situation. Not heeding the warning can become familiar with the advantages of cause death or injuries.
  • 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: Intended Use

    Intended use Setting the signal ... 37 Intended use Cleaning and maintenance . . . 38 This appliance is intended for private ■ I n t e n d e d u s e domestic use only.
  • Page 5: 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 6: 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 7 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 8 Safety instructions If the water hoses are altered Warning ■ or damaged, this may result Risk of injury! in material damage or The appliance is very heavy. ■ damage to the appliance. Lifting it may result in injury. The water hoses must not be Do not lift the appliance on kinked, crushed, altered or your own.
  • Page 9: 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 10: 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 11 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 12: Environmental Protection

    Environmental protection Information about the energy ■ Environmental consumption*: ~ Page 25 The display provides information protection about the relative energy consumption in the selected P ackaging/used appliance programs. 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 program's...
  • Page 13: 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 14: 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 15: Installing The Appliance In A Kitchenette

    Positioning and connecting Installing the appliance in a Keep the screws and sleeves in Note: a safe place. kitchenette Warning Danger of death! There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components. Do not remove the appliance covering plate.
  • Page 16: 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 (approx.
  • Page 17: Water Inlet

    Positioning and connecting Water inlet When the tap is open, the water flow rate is at least 8 l/min. Warning If the water pressure is higher than this, Danger of death! a pressure-reducing valve must be There is a risk of electric shock if you installed.
  • Page 18: 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 19: Levelling

    Positioning and connecting Levelling Align the appliance using a spirit level. Incorrect alignment may result in loud noises, vibrations and machine "movement". Loosen the lock nuts using a WAF17 spanner, by turning it in a clockwise direction. Check the alignment of the washing machine with a spirit level, and adjust it if necessary.
  • Page 20: Electrical Connection

    Positioning and connecting Electrical connection The mains plug can be accessed at ■ all times. If this is not possible, in order to comply with the relevant Warning safety regulations, a switch (2-pole Danger of death! switch-off) must be built into the There is a risk of electric shock if you permanent installation in accordance touch live components.
  • 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 Before switching on the appliance again: E.g. when moving house Notes Preparatory work: The transport braces must be ■ Turn off the tap. removed. Reduce the water pressure in the Pour approx. 1 litre of water into ■...
  • Page 23: 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 34 Operating/display panel Door with door handle 9S Open the door...
  • Page 24: Control Panel

    Getting to know the appliance Control panel Control panel depends on the model P Select additional program ( Program selector settings if necessary: ~ Page 31 for selecting a program and Speed Eco switching the machine on and off ■ Water&Rinse+ * via the Off position;...
  • Page 25: Display Panel

    Getting to know the appliance Display panel More information on the display panel Program progress: Washing ß Rinse à Spin Program end - - - - 0 Program end during Rinse Stop Washing machine door: The washing machine door cannot You will find settings and Note: è...
  • Page 26: Laundry

    Laundry Some examples of soiling levels can Laundry be found on ~ Page 28. – Light: Do not prewash, select the P repare the laundry Speed setting if necessary L a u n d r y – Normal Caution! – Heavy: Load less laundry, select Damage to the appliance/fabrics a program with prewash –...
  • Page 27: Starching

    Laundry Starching Laundry should not be treated Note: with fabric softener. Liquid starch can be used to stiffen fabrics particularly in the Rinse and Cottons programmes. Measure starch into compartment M in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions (clean first if necessary). Dyeing/bleaching Dye should only be used in normal household quantities.
  • Page 28: 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 29: Programme Default Settings

    Programme default settings Spin speed Programme default (0, 0 Spin, 0 rpm, Στροφές 0) settings Depending on how far through the program the appliance is, you can T he default program settings are 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 on the display panel once the change the spin speed (in rpm –...
  • Page 30: Finished In-Time

    Programme default settings Finished in-time Once the program has been started, you can add more laundry or remove (ñ, Λήξη σε ñ) laundry as required. ~ Page 35 Before starting the program, you can preselect the program end time ("Ready in"...
  • Page 31: Additional Programme

    Additional programme settings Easy-Iron Additional programme settings Button depends on the model You can find an overview of all the Reduces creasing by means of a 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 possible additional settings on the special spin sequence followed by printed supplement for the installation...
  • Page 32: Operating The Appliance

    Operating the appliance Change the programme Operating the default settings appliance You can use or change the default P reparing the washing settings for this wash cycle. O p e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e machine To do this, repeatedly press the corresponding button until the required...
  • Page 33: Placing Laundry Into The Drum

    Operating the appliance Placing laundry into the drum Warning Danger 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.
  • Page 34: Measure And Add Detergent And Care Products

    Operating the appliance Measure and add detergent and care products Caution! Damage to the appliance Cleaning agents and agents for pretreating laundry (e.g. stain removers, prewash sprays, etc.) may cause Measuring aid A for liquid detergent damage if they come into contact with Dispenser II Detergent for the main wash, the surfaces of the washing machine.
  • Page 35: Start The Programme

    Operating the appliance Start the programme Do not turn the program Note: selector beyond the "off" position, Press the A button. The indicator lamp otherwise the program will stop. lights up and the program starts. The childproof lock remains Note: The display panel shows the Ready in active after the program has ended and time while the program is running or the...
  • Page 36: Changing The Programme

    Operating the appliance Changing the programme Removing laundry/switching off the appliance Press the A button. Select a different program. Open the door and remove the Press the A button.This starts the laundry. new program from the beginning. Turn the program selector to Off. The appliance is switched off.
  • Page 37: Sensors

    Sensors Sensors Setting the signal A utomatic load sensing Y ou can change the following settings: S e n s o r s S e t t i n g t h e s i g n a l The automatic load sensing function The volume of the buttons and ■...
  • Page 38: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and maintenance Machine housing/control Cleaning and panel maintenance Wipe the housing and the control ■ Warning panel with a soft, damp cloth. C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e Remove the detergent residue Danger of death! ■...
  • Page 39: Detergent Drawer And Housing

    Cleaning and maintenance Detergent drawer and housing Detergent solution pump blocked If the washing machine contains detergent or fabric softener residues: Warning Pull out the detergent drawer. Press Risk of scalding! down the insert and fully remove the When you wash at high temperatures, drawer.
  • Page 40: The Drain Hose At The Siphon Is Blocked

    Cleaning and maintenance Filter in the water supply blocked First, reduce the water pressure in the supply hose: Turn off the tap. Select any program (except Rinse//Spin/Empty). Place the service flap back on, lock Press the A button.Allow the it into place, and close it. program to run for approximately 40 seconds.
  • Page 41: Faults And What To Do About Them

    Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. E mergency release 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 . e.g.
  • Page 42: Information On The Display Panel

    Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Display Cause/remedy è is lit up The temperature is too high. Wait until the temperature drops. ■ The water level is too high. It is not possible to add laundry. Close the door ■...
  • Page 43: 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 from the Attach the drain hose correctly or replace it. ■ machine. Tighten the threaded joint on the supply hose. ■ Water is not flowing in.
  • Page 44 Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/remedy Odours in the washing Depending on the model, run the Drum Clean 90 °C or Cottons 90 °C machine. program without laundry. Add standard washing powder or a detergent that contains bleach. To prevent foaming, only use half the amount of detergent Note: .
  • Page 45: After-Sales Service

    After-sales service After-sales service I f you cannot rectify a fault yourself, A f t e r - s a l e s s e r v i c e contact customer services. ~ Cover page We will always find an appropriate solution in order to avoid unnecessary visits by engineers.
  • Page 46: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data D imensions: T e c h n i c a l d a t a 850 x 600 x 590 mm (height x width x depth) Weight: 70 - 85 kg* Mains connection: Mains voltage 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz* Nominal current 10 A/13 A* Nominal power 2300 W...
  • Page 47: 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...
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