Bosch WAE24166GB Instruction Manual

Intended use
Your washing machine
Congratulations you have opted for a modern, high-quality For domestic use only
domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. This washing machine For washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-wash-
is distinguished by its economical water and energy consumption.
able wool in detergent solution
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly
To be operated with cold drinking water and commer-
to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition. cially available detergents and care products which are
suitable for use in washing machines
For further information and a selection of our products go to our web .
site: www.bosch-home.com – Observe the safety instructions on page 8!
– Do not leave children unattended near the
You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service washing machine
here or in the after-sales service directory (depending on model), – The washing machine is not to be used by
see also Installation Instructions, page 7. children or persons not familiar with the
operating instructions
– GB 0844 8928979 Calls from a BT landline will be charged at
up to 3 pence per minute. A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may – Keep pets away from the washing machine
apply.
Read these instructions and the separate
– IE 01450 2655
installation instructions before operating the
washing machine.
Environmentally friendly waste disposal
All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with
environmental guidelines.
This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive
2002/96/EEC on waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE).
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and
reuse of used appliances.
Contents
Page
Intended use .......................................................................................1
Programmes
Programmes .......................................................................................1
Detailed overview of programmes –> page 7.
Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3
The spin speed can be selected individually, irrespective of
Washing ...........................................................................................3/4
the selected programme and programme progress.
After washing ......................................................................................4
Individual settings ..........................................................................5/6 Cottons Hard-wearing fabrics
Important information ....................................................................... 6
+Prewash Hard-wearing fabrics, prewash at
Overview of programmes ................................................................7
30 °C
Safety instructions .............................................................................8
Mixed Load Different types of laundry
Consumption values .........................................................................8
Care .....................................................................................................9
Super Quick 15' Short programme
Information on the indicator lights ..................................................9
Rinse/Spin Laundry washed by hand,
Maintenance .................................................................................... 10
Aqua Plus button activated; if only
What to do if... .................................................................................. 11
using the spin cycle, deactivate the
button
Drain Drain rinsing water for Rinse Hold
Wool Hand/machine-washable wool
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of Delicate/silk Delicate washable fabrics
laundry for the relevant programme.
Easy-Care Easy-care fabrics
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a prewash.
– Instead of Cottons 90 °C, choose the programme
Cottons 60 °C with the additional function EcoPerfect.
Comparable cleaning result with significantly lower energy
consumption.
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's
instructions and water hardness.
– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select the spin
1
speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Preparation Before washing for the first time
Wash once without any laundry –> page 9.
Sorting and loading laundry
Correct installation according to the
separate Installation instructions.
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
According to the information on the care labels.
Check the machine
According to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load –> page 7.
– Never use a damaged machine.
Observe the important information –> page 6.
– Inform the after-sales services.
Insert large and small items of laundry.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap items of laundry
Connect the mains plug
between the washing machine door and the rubber seal.
Make sure your hands are dry.
Add detergent and care products
Take hold of the plug only.
Turn the tap on Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturer's instructions.
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Compartment II: detergent for the main wash, water softener,
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
bleach, stain remover
This prevents blockages.
Compartment : fabric softener, starch
Compartment I: detergent for prewash
Setting and adjusting a programme
(*model-dependent)
Additional functions and spin
speeds –> Individual settings,
Additional Spin Status Start/ Programme selector
page 5.
functions speed* indicator Pause
Select Start/Pause
Programme selector for
switching the machine on
and off and for selecting
the programme. Can be
turned in either direction.
2
Removing the washing
Washing
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If Rinse Hold (without final spin) is active: Turn the
programme selector to
Select Start/Pause.
– Remove any foreign objects -
risk of rusting.
Detergent drawer with
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent
compartments I, II,
drawer open so that any residual water can
evaporate.
Drum
Turning the tap off
Control panel
Not required for Aqua-Stop models –> refer to installation
instructions
Washing machine
Measure accordingly: door
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
1
Programme has ended when...
... Start/Pause flashes and the End indicator light comes
on.
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
3
– Cool washing: Select
– Select Start/Pause.
Programmes at lower temperatures:
– Rinse/Spin (deactivate
select Drain.
Service flap
– Select Start/Pause.
2
Changing the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
– Select Start/Pause. The new programme starts from the
beginning.
Washing
3
Individual settings
Spin speed in rpm/without final spin –> model-dependent
Drain or select the spin speed.
Before and while the selected programme is running, the spin speed or Spülstop (rinse hold,
without final rinse, laundry soaks in the last rinsing water) can be set. The effects depend on
the programme progress.
The maximum selectable spin speed depends on the model and on which programme is
currently selected.
Additional functions
–> and overview of programmes, see page 7
Speed Perfect For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to
that of the standard programme. Maximum load –> Overview of
programmes, page 7.
Eco Perfect For saving energy and water with a washing outcome comparable to
that of the standard programme.
Reduced Ironing Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. More gentle final spin
- residual moisture in the laundry slightly increased.
Aqua Plus Increased water level and additional rinse cycle, extended washing
time. For areas with very soft water or for further improvement of the
rinsing result.
Start/Pause
For starting or interrupting the programme.
Signal
1. Activate the 1200
1000
setting mode for 800
600
signal volume
Rinse Hold
+
• 1 step Press and 1 step
Set to
hold
Optional:
*Short signal - function on.
Visually
direct
impaired mode* Long signal - function off.
ON-OFF
Rinse/Spin ).
ON-OFF •
Set to
Button signals Information signals
Aqua Plus button) or 2. Setting the 1200 1200
1000 1000
volume for ...
800
800
600 600
Rinse Hold Rinse Hold
1 step Setting the 1 step Setting the
volume** volume**
** you may need to select the function several times.
4
Important information
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– Empty pockets.
– Look out for metal items (paperclips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in a laundry bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag.
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
light Do not prelav.(prewash). If required, choose the additional function
Speed Perfect.
Pretreat any stains as necessary.
intense Do not load as much laundry.
Choose a programme with prewash.
Soaking
Load laundry of the same colour
Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment II in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions. Turn the programme selector to Cottons 30 °C and select Start/Pause. After
approx. 10 minutes, press Start/Pause, to pause the programme. Once the required soaking
time has elapsed, press Start/Pause, again to continue the programme, or select a different
programme.
Starching
Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener
1200
Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour starch into the
1000
800 fabric softener compartment in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions (rinse first
600
if necessary).
Rinse Hold
Dyeing/bleaching
Release Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stainless steel.
Always follow the dye manufacturer's instructions. Do not use the washing machine for
bleaching clothes.
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