Bosch WAK20168IN Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

Bosch WAK20168IN Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Washing machine WAK20160IN, WAK24168IN, WAK20168IN 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: Intended Use

    Intended use Faults and what to do Intended use about them ....26 Emergency release ... . . 26 For private domestic use only.
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions If you lean on the washing Safety instructions ■ machine door when it is open, the washing machine Electrical safety may tip over and cause S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s injuries.
  • Page 6: Safety For Children

    Safety instructions Safety for children Warning Risk of poisoning! Warning Detergents and care products Danger of death! may be poisonous if If children play with the washing consumed. machine, they may get into life- Keep detergents and care threatening situations or injure products out of the reach of themselves.
  • Page 7: Environmental Protection

    ~ "Detergent" on page 12 authorized collection centers for Energy-saving mode: The display ■ disposal panel lighting goes out after a few www.bosch-home.com/in/about- minutes and Start/ bosch/responsibility.html Reload A flashes. To activate the See also: lighting, press any button. Contact No: 180042535287 (toll-free) Energy-saving mode is not activated if a programme is running.
  • Page 8: 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 Turn on the water Sort the laundry. Open the door. plug. tap. -------- Select a programme Observe the...
  • Page 9: Getting To Know The Appliance

    Getting to know the appliance Getting to know the appliance Washing 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 18 Controls/display elements Washing machine door with window handle...
  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Getting to know the appliance Control panel 8 Start/Reload A for starting, ( rpm 0, Ready in ð for changing interrupting (f.e. adding/removing the programme default settings laundry) and cancelling a Overview of all programme default programme settings ~ Page 16 @ Programme selector for selecting 0 SpeedPerfect G, Water plus Z a programme and for switching...
  • Page 11: Laundry

    Laundry You can find examples of levels of Laundry soiling on ~ Page 12 – Light: Do not prewash, select the P repare the laundry SpeedPerfect G setting if L a u n d r y necessary Caution! – Normal Damage to the appliance/fabrics –...
  • Page 12: Detergent

    Detergent Detergent Saving Soiling/note Reduced temper- Light C orrect selection of detergent ature and deter- No visible dirt or stains. Cloth- D e t e r g e n t gent quantity as ing has taken on some body The care label is crucial for selecting per the recom- odour, e.g.: the correct detergent, temperature and...
  • Page 13: Overview Of Programmes

    Overview of programmes Overview of programmes Programmes 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/Presettings of the pro- grammes are highlighted in bold Max.
  • Page 14 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings/Presettings of the pro- grammes are highlighted in bold Max. 2 kg l W Wool Hand or machine-washable fabrics made of wool or that contain cold wool; – – – ... 800 rpm particularly gentle wash programme to prevent shrinkage of laundry, with longer programme breaks (fabrics rest in the detergent solu- tion) Notes...
  • Page 15: Starching

    Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings/Presettings of the pro- grammes are highlighted in bold Max. 7 kg/4* kg Kidswear ³ Hard-wearing fabrics, heat-resistant fabrics made of cotton or linen 40 °C – – – ... 1200** rpm G, Z Drum Clean l Programme for cleaning and caring for the drum and the outer tub, 90 °C...
  • Page 16: Programme Default Settings

    Programme default settings programme settings also change the Programme default programme duration. settings Before starting the programme, the programme end ("Ready in" time) can The spin speed and programme be preselected in increments of one P r o g r a m m e d e f a u l t s e t t i n g s duration ("Ready in"...
  • Page 17: Additional Programme

    Additional programme settings Additional programme Operating the settings appliance SpeedPerfect G Preparing the washing 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 O p e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e machine For washing in a shorter time with a...
  • Page 18: Change The Programme Default Settings

    Operating the appliance Change the programme Notes Mix items of laundry of varying sizes. default settings ■ Laundry items of different sizes distribute themselves better during You can use the default settings or the spin cycle. Individual items of change them. laundry may lead to imbalances.
  • Page 19: Depends On The Model

    Operating the appliance Pull out the detergent drawer as far Measuring as possible. Measure the detergent and care Add detergent and/or care products. products according to: Close the detergent drawer. Water hardness; ask your water ■ Measuring aid* for liquid detergent supply company The manufacturer's instructions on *depending on the model...
  • Page 20: Start The Programme

    Operating the appliance Start the programme Adding/removing laundry Select the Start/Reload A button. The After starting the programme, you can indicator lamp lights up and the add or remove laundry as required. programme starts. To do this, press the Start/ During the programme, the display Reload A button.
  • Page 21: Cancel The Programme

    Operating the appliance Cancel the programme Removing laundry/switching off the appliance Programmes at high temperatures: Press Start/Reload A . Open the washing machine door To cool the laundry: Select and remove the laundry. Rinse O . Set the programme selector to off Press Start/Reload A .
  • Page 22: Sensors

    Sensors VoltCheck Sensors The automatic voltage control system A utomatic load sensing detects unauthorised voltage drops S e n s o r s during the washing process. The automatic load sensing function adapts the water consumption ideally to Whenever there is an Note: each programme depending on the undervoltage, the colon flashes on the...
  • Page 23: Setting The Signal

    Setting the signal Setting the signal S e t t i n g t h e s i g n a l 1. Activate the setting mode for the signal volume Set to Ú. Press and hold the 0 button and turn one Press and hold the button for position to the right.
  • Page 24: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and maintenance Descaling Cleaning and Descaling should not be necessary if maintenance the detergent is measured out correctly. However, if it is required, follow the Warning manufacturer's instructions for the 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! descaling agent.
  • Page 25: Detergent Solution Pump Blocked

    Cleaning and maintenance Detergent solution pump blocked 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 Place the service flap back on, lock it into place, and close it.
  • Page 26: Filter In The Water Supply Is Blocked

    Faults and what to do about them Filter in the water supply is Faults and what to do blocked about them For this, first reduce the water pressure Emergency release in the 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 water tap.
  • Page 27: Information On The Display Panel

    Faults and what to do about them Information on the display panel Display Cause/remedial action The washing machine door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. The temperature is too high. Wait until the temperature falls. ■ Water level too high. Not possible to add laundry. If necessary, close the wash- ■...
  • Page 28: Faults And What To Do About Them

    Faults and what to do about them Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/remedial action Water is leaking out. Attach/replace the drainage hose correctly. ■ Tighten the screw connection of the supply hose. ■ No water supply. Start/Reload A not pressed? ■...
  • Page 29 Faults and what to do about them Faults Cause/remedial action The symbol N flashes Too much detergent used? ■ in the display panel. Foam Mix one tablespoon of fabric softener with 1/2 litre water and pour into may escape from the compartment II (not for outdoor fabrics, sportswear fabrics or those made detergent drawer.
  • Page 30: After-Sales Service

    After-sales service After-sales service If you cannot correct the fault yourself A f t e r - s a l e s s e r v i c e ~ "Faults and what to do about them" on page 26 please contact our after- sales service.
  • Page 31: Consumption Rates

    Consumption rates Consumption rates Consumption values table C o n s u m p t i o n r a t e s Programme Load Energy consumption* Water* Programme duration* i Cottons cold 7 kg 0.21 kWh 68 l i Cottons 40 °C 7 kg 0.75 kWh 69 l...
  • Page 32: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data Dimensions: 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 63-83 kg (depending on model) Mains connection: Mains voltage 220-240 V, 50 Hz Nominal current 10 A Nominal input 2300 W Water pressure:...
  • Page 33: Positioning And Connecting

    Positioning and connecting ( Mains cable Positioning and 0 Bag: connecting Installation and operating ■ instructions Included with the appliance After-sales service 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 34: Safety Instructions

    Positioning and connecting Safety instructions Installation surface The washing machine must be Warning Note: stable aligned so that it does not move Risk of injury! around. The washing machine is very heavy. ■ The installation surface must be firm Be careful when lifting/transporting ■...
  • Page 35: Removing The Transport Locks

    Positioning and connecting Removing the transport locks Caution! Damage to the appliance The machine is secured for ■ transportation using transport locks. If the transport locks are not removed, the machine may become Fit the covers. Lock the covers firmly damaged when it is operated.
  • Page 36: Water Inlet

    Positioning and connecting The following are available from If the water pressure is higher than this, Tip: specialist dealers/the after-sales a pressure-reducing valve must be service: installed. An extension for Aqua-Stop or cold ■ Connection water supply hose (approx. 2.50 m); order no.
  • Page 37: Water Outlet

    Positioning and connecting Water outlet Drainage into a siphon ■ The connection point must be secured using a hose clamp with a Caution! diameter of 24-40 mm (available Water damage from specialist dealers). If the drain hose slips out of the wash basin or the connection point during draining due to high water pressure, any escaping water may cause water...
  • Page 38: Electrical Connection

    Positioning and connecting The mains plug can be accessed at ■ all times. The mains cable is not bent, ■ squashed, modified, cut through, or in contact with heat sources. Grounding Instructions Warning Electrical connection Danger of death! Improper connection of the ground may Warning result in electric shock.
  • Page 39: Before Washing For The First Time

    Positioning and connecting Before washing for the first Reduce the water pressure in the supply hose. time Maintenance – filter in the water supply ~ Page 26 The washing machine was thoroughly Disconnect the washing machine tested before leaving the factory. In from the mains.
  • Page 40 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 *9001096002*...

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