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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.
Should you have any problems, please contact your specialist dealer or our customer service. Read and follow the operating and installation instructions and all other information provided with this appliance. Retain the documents for subsequent use or for subsequent owners. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Rinse eyes/skin thoroughly if with electrical installation they/it come(s) into contact regulations. with detergents or care products. Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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The use of extension cords or power strips may result in fire due to overheating or short circuiting. Connect the appliance directly to an earthed socket that has been correctly installed. Do not use extension cords, power strips or multi-way couplers. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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100 kPa (1 bar), and does not exceed 1000 kPa (10 bar). Materi a l damage/damage to the appl i a nce WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
If you climb onto the Ri s k of i n j u ry! ■ appliance, the worktop may break, which may result in injury. Do not climb onto the appliance. Ri s k of i n j u ry! WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Spare mains cables can be ■ appliance, this may result in ordered from our customer material damage or damage service. to the appliance. Use detergents/care products/cleaning agents and softeners in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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The use of spare parts and accessories supplied by other brands is dangerous and may result in injury, material damage or damage to the appliance. For safety reasons, use genuine spare parts and accessories only. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
The selectable temperatures apply manufacturer's instructions. ■ 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. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Useful tools Spirit level for aligning ■ Spanner with: ■ – WAF13 for loosening the transport braces, and – WAF17 for aligning the appliance feet WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Platform order no.: WMZ 20490, WZ 20490, WZ 20510, WZ 20520 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. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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. Keep the screws and sleeves in Note: a safe place. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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 WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Turn on the tap carefully, Note: checking the leak tightness of the connection points. The screw connection is under mains water Optimum water pressure in the supply pressure. network At least 100 kPa (1 bar) Maximum 1000 kPa (10 bar) WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
The end of the drain hose is not ■ immersed in the drained water. The water drains away quickly ■ enough. Do not kink the water drain hose Note: or stretch it lengthways. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
All four appliance feet must stand firmly on the ground. 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. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Close the detergent drawer. Press the A button. Switch off the appliance at the end of the programme. Your washing machine is now ready to use. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Remove the covers and keep them in a safe place. If required, use a screwdriver. Insert all four sleeves. Clip the mains cable securely in the holders. Insert the transportation securing bolts and tighten them with a wrench (WAF 13). WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
If necessary, change the default programme Start the settings and/or select additional settings. programme. -------- End of the Open the door and To switch off, press Turn off the tap (for programme remove the laundry. the # button. models without Aqua-Stop). -------- WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
F a m i l i a r i s i n g y o u r s e l f w i t h y o u r a p p l i a n c e Detergent drawer ~ Page 39 Operating/display panel Door with door handle 9S Open the door 9T Close the door Service flap WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Interrupting a programme, e.g. ■ to add items of laundry ~ Page 41, Cancelling a programme ■ ~ Page 41 H Changing the default programme settings: ~ Page 36 Temperature (°C s), ■ Spin speed (Spin), ■ Ready in (ñ) ■ WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Type of fabric/fibre ■ Colour ■ Laundry may discolour. Wash Note: 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. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
■ recommended Suitable for wool dosage for heavy Wool programme/ soiling cold - max. 40 °C When measuring the amount of Note: all detergents/additives/care products and cleaning agents, please always check the manufacturer's instructions and information. ~ Page 39 WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Cottons programme with a higher temperature as Active Oxygen Ø **** required. Reduced load for the SpeedPerfect ( setting ** Max. spin speed depends on the model *** Programme depends on the model ****Can be selected for washing temperatures up to 40 °C WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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Use a detergent that is suitable for machine-washing wool. ■ Reduced load for the SpeedPerfect ( setting ** Max. spin speed depends on the model *** Programme depends on the model ****Can be selected for washing temperatures up to 40 °C WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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Reduced load for the SpeedPerfect ( setting ** Max. spin speed depends on the model *** Programme depends on the model ****Can be selected for washing temperatures up to 40 °C WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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Water Plus (Z), Easy Iron (p), Active Oxygen Ø Reduced load for the SpeedPerfect ( setting ** Max. spin speed depends on the model *** Programme depends on the model ****Can be selected for washing temperatures up to 40 °C WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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Active Oxygen Ø **** Reduced load for the SpeedPerfect ( setting ** Max. spin speed depends on the model *** Programme depends on the model ****Can be selected for washing temperatures up to 40 °C WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
This make take up to ■ No additional detergent is required; 25 minutes. The two symbols ÿ and ■ the soaking solution is used for Ø will flash during this time. The washing. door will then unlock automatically. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Press the A button. after the programme has ended. To continue/end the programme After starting the programme, you can ~ Page 41 add or remove laundry if necessary. ~ Page 41 WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
EcoPerfect F setting. Prewash For heavily soiled laundry. Pour detergent into Note: compartments I and II. Water Plus Higher water level and additional rinse cycle for particularly sensitive skin and/ or for areas with very soft water. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
The A button indicator lamp flashes Temperature ■ and the programme settings appear in Spin speed ■ the display panel. The maximum load and the duration ■ of the programme (alternately) WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
“Ready in” time is selected. prevents blockages in the washing machine's piping. For models without a measuring aid, pour the liquid detergent into the Pour the detergent and care products appropriate dispenser and place it in into the appropriate compartments: the drum. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Start the programme Press the A button. The indicator lamp lights up and the programme starts. The display panel shows the "Ready in" time while the programme is running or the programme length and the programme progress symbols when the WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Pressing the A button or ■ Press the A button. Changing the spin speed, or setting ■ Select another programme. the programme selector to [ Drain Press the A button. The new and then pressing the A button. programme starts from the beginning. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Then switch the appliance on and wait for it to unlock. If the display panel goes off at the ■ end of a programme, the energy- saving mode is active. Press any button to activate the panel. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Exiting setting mode You can now change the settings: To exit and save the settings, press the # button. The appliance is switched off. The selected settings will take effect the next time the washing machine is switched WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Depending on the program and model During a rinse cycle, the Aqua sensor checks the turbidity of the rinsing water (turbidity is caused by dirt and detergent residue). The duration and the number of rinse cycles depend on the turbidity of the water. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Leave the door and detergent ■ dispenser tray open slightly when the washing machine is not in use. Occasionally run a wash using the i ■ Cottons 60 °C programme and powder detergent. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Use pliers to remove the filter and water may leak out. then clean it. Clean the drain hose and siphon connecting piece. Connect the hose and check for leaks. Re-attach the drain hose and secure the connection point using the hose clamp. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Wait until there is no active oxygen in the drum. Caution! Water damage Any escaping water may cause water damage. Do not open the washing machine door if water can be seen through the glass. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the mains plug. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
There is water in the base trough; the appliance is leaking. Turn off the tap. Call the after-sales service. ~ Page 52 Other indicators/ Switch off the appliance, wait for five seconds and then switch it on again. If the symbols indicator/symbol appears again, call the after-sales service. ~ Page 52 WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
■ activated. The length of the Not a fault – the programme sequence is optimised for the specific washing programme changes process. This may change the length of the programme shown on the display during the wash cycle. panel. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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Leave the door and detergent drawer open so that any residual water can ■ evaporate. ~ Page 45 There is detergent Some phosphate-free detergents contain water-insoluble residue. ■ residue on the laundry. Select ' Rinse or brush the laundry after washing. ■ WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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. ** Information on residual moisture based on programme-dependent spin-speed limit and maximum loads. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
Mains voltage 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz Nominal current 10 A Nominal power 1900 – 2300 W Water pressure: 100 - 1000 kPa (1 - 10 bar) Power consumption when switched off: 0,12 W Power consumption when left on: 0,43 W WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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. WWW.BOSCH-HOMES.COM...
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