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Use and Care Manual, Installation Instructions Washer WAT28402TC...
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Welcome to Your New Washer! Congratulations on your selection of a new Bosch washer for your laundry needs. We are confident you will enjoy the superior performance and reliability. Please do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service department if you have any questions or comments with your new washer.
Table of contents e n - u s U s e a n d C a r e M a n u a l , I n s t a l l a t i o n I n s t r u c t i o n s Identifying and treating stains .........
Please take a moment to record the following basic satisfied. This will usually correct the problem. information about your new Bosch washer. This information will be helpful in the event you need to If after working with the dealer or our Customer...
Your washing machine is intended for Only household use and in a non-commercial ▯ Y o u r w a s h i n g m a c h i n e i s i n t e n d e d f o r environment.
Safety Definitions Important safety information is contained in this manual S a f e t y D e f i n i t i o n s and on the warning labels located on your washer. Standard symbols and headings are used to identify areas where you should take precautions to avoid injury or damage.
Do not operate the washing machine if parts are ▯ WASHING MACHINE, FOLLOW BASIC PRECAUTIONS missing or broken. INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING Do not operate the washing machine until you are sure ▯ Bosch washers are provided with an Use and Care ▯ that: Manual with Installation Instructions.
Standard features and helpful information washer Thank you for choosing Bosch for your laundry Your new Bosch washing machine is designed to use appliance needs. water, energy and detergent in a highly efficient way to Please read and follow the use and care, important...
D i m e n s i o n s a n d c l e a r a n c e s r e q u i r e d Stacked washer and dryer A Bosch dryer of the same dimensions can be placed on top of the washer to save space.
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Stand alone (shown) or Side-by-Side If front of the appliance is covered ventilation openings must be installed. E & F are minimum area sizes 63 sq.in. 404 sq.cm 63 sq.in. 404 sq.cm Under counter (Preferred) G & H actual spacing dimensions for min. open area sizes 3 in.
Installation instructions WARNING Tools needed I n s t a l l a t i o n i n s t r u c t i o n s RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY The following tools may be helpful during installation of TO PERSONS your washer.
Waste disposal Disposal of Your Old Appliance Your old appliance can be recycled if it is no longer to be Disposal of Packaging Materials used. Prior to disposing of your old appliance observe After unpacking your new appliance dispose of the the following precautions to reduce safety risks.
Parts provided with your washer Back side of the washing mashine Hot water Aqua-Secure hose Cold water Aqua-Secure hose NOTICE: If any parts are missing please notify your dealer immediately. Power cord with plug Set up on a pedestal with drawer Literature pack;...
Remove the sleeves. Take the power cable out of the floor brackets. Your new Bosch washing machine utilizes high spin speeds to achieve superior water removal from your laundry resulting in reduced drying time. It is important to install your washing machine on a floor that will provide firm support.
Water connections Water supply hose connections NOTICES The washing machine must only be operated with cold ▯ and hot (max. 140 °F/60 °C) tap water. Do not connect the appliance to the mixer tap of a pressurized hot-water boiler. To prevent water damage, the hot and cold water ▯...
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Position hoses as shown when routing hoses to left side Water drain hose connection of washer (facing from front). NOTICES Do not reuse an old drain hose. Only use the drain ▯ hose and parts included with your washer. Do not kink or modify the water drain hose. ▯...
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Wash Basin WARNING SCALDING When washing at high temperatures, there is a risk of scalding if you touch hot suds, e.g. when pumping out hot suds into a wash basin. Do not reach into the hot suds. NOTICE: Appliance damage/damage to textiles If the end of the drain hose touches the discharge water (water drained from washer) it (the discharge water) can be sucked back into the appliance and may damage the...
Leveling the washer Importance of leveling the washer Your new washer uses high spin speeds to remove water at the end of the wash cycle. It is important that your washer is level and that all four washer feet press with equal pressure against the floor.
Electrical connection The household electrical supply must be suitable for ▯ the voltage specification shown on the washer rating plate (located inside the washer door, immediately WARNING below the drum opening). ~ Purchase information; Page 4 ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD See the table below for connection specifications and Improper connection of the equipment-grounding fuse/breaker requirements.
Transporting the washer Before transporting the washer Disconnect the washer power cord from the wall outlet. Turn off the water supply to the washer. Disconnect water supply lines from the tap. Disconnect the drain hose from the drain location. Install the transport bolt assemblies as shown in the following images.
Getting to know your appliance G e t t i n g t o k n o w y o u r a p p l i a n c e Program Selector Start/Pause starts or pauses the selected program for selecting a program and on/off switch;...
Operating Instructions WARNING Changing default cycle settings O p e r a t i n g I n s t r u c t i o n s To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to You can use the default settings or change them to your persons, read the Important Safety Instructions and desired settings.
Loading the laundry Filling the detergent and additives compartments WARNING NOTICE: Damage to the appliance Detergent and laundry pre-treatment aids (e.g. spot To avoid risk of explosion! Laundry items that have remover, pre-wash sprays, etc.) can cause damage if been pretreated with any material containing they come into contact with the surfaces of the washer.
Open the detergent dispenser tray. Filling Add detergent or additive. WARNING Avoid overfilling the compartment to prevent early dispensing. IRRITATION OF EYES/SKIN! Close the detergent dispenser tray completely before When opening the detergent drawer during starting the wash cycle. operation, detergent or laundry care products may spray out.
Child lock Cycle end You can secure the washer against inadvertent changing End appears in the display field and the Start/Pause of the set functions. To do this, activate the child lock button indicator lamp is off. after cycle start. If this symbol appears in the display, the washer has Å...
Signal You can change the following settings: volume for button signals ▯ volume for indicator signals ▯ To change these settings always activate adjustment mode first. Activate adjustment mode Select Cotton Normal on Position 1. The appliance is on. Hold down Start Pause and turn the Program Selector to the right (Position 2).
Laundry Preparing the laundry Determining degree of soiling L a u n d r y NOTICE: Damage to the appliance/fabrics Light soiling ▯ Foreign objects (e.g. coins, paper-clips, needles, nails) No visible soiling or stains, but may have absorbed may damage the laundry or components in the washing some odor.
Laundry detergents and additives Adding the correct amount of HE detergent Saving energy and reduce detergent L a u n d r y d e t e r g e n t s a n d a d d i t i v e s For light and normal soiling, you can save energy (lower WARNING washing temperature) and detergent.
Program selection table P r o g r a m s e l e c t i o n t a b l e Programs Max. Selectable program Type of laundry Additional program settings ; Load settings, Information up to: default settings (bold) Temperature Spin speed full load Extra hot...
Programs Max. Selectable program Type of laundry Additional program settings ; Load settings, Information up to: default settings (bold) Temperature Spin speed High Easy-care fabrics made of Quick 30 load cotton, linen, synthetic fibers (approx. 30 Warm or blended fabrics; minute cycle) Cold suitable for lightly soiled...
Default Program and Option settings At the factory, temperature and spin speed options, and No Spin: This option eliminates the final spin and the cycle duration ("Finish in" time) are pre-set for all cycles. load remains saturated with the final rinse water. The pump is activated to remove all residual water.
Cleaning and maintenance Your washer is designed to give you years of service. Cleaning the detergent dispenser tray C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e Observe the following instructions to maintain and protect your washer and keep it in top operating If there is a buildup of residual detergent or additives, or...
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Clean the strainers at the water tap end of the hose Remove the hose from the tap. Rinse the strainer under running water. Look at the strainer to see if any visible debris is still present. Rinse again if necessary to remove the debris. Reconnect the hose to the tap.
Cleaning the drain pump Loosen the screws and remove the protective film. WARNING RISK OF SCALDING Risk of hot water injury to skin! Allow the water to cool down prior to actuating the emergency door lock release. You are responsible for ensuring all safety precautions are followed when draining water from washer and/or manually opening the washer door.
Snap the service cover in place at the hinges and close it.Wipe up any spilled water. NOTICE: In order to prevent detergent from flowing unused into the drain during the next wash cycles: pour 0.26 U.S. gallons/1 liter water into the chamber II. Turn the cycle selector to the Drain and touch the Start/Pause button.
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Determing the Problem Problem Possible cause(s) Solution(s) Washer door cannot be Child lock is activated. Deactivated Child lock (touch and hold Temperature opened. and Finish in for approximately 3 seconds). A power failure occured. If a cycle is interrupted by a power failure, it will resume when the power is restored.
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Problem Possible cause(s) Solution(s) Water has not drained Suds may be excessive (usually Use less detergent for future loads. Be sure to use only completely. due to too much detergent or non- high efficiency HE-detergents. HE detergent being used). Pump is blocked. Check and clean the drain pump, water drain hose and/or the drain pipe.
Error messages Display Fault Measure Door not closed properly. Check to be sure no laundry is caught in the washer flashes è door. Close the door securely. Cold water tap not turned on. Turn on the cold water tap. Supply hose for cold water kinked Eliminate the cause, replace the hose if damage.
Customer service Contact our Customer Service Department if your appliance needs repair. Our central Customer Service will be happy to supply you with details on a center close to you. E-Nr. and FD (serial number): When you contact our Customer Service, please have the E-Nr.