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Your new washing machine
You have chosen a Bosch washing
machine.
Please take a few minutes to read and
become familiar with the advantages of
your washing machine.
To meet the high quality demands
required by Bosch, every washing
machine that leaves our factory is
carefully checked to ensure that it
functions correctly and is in perfect
condition.
For more information on our products,
accessories, replacement parts and
services, see our website www.bosch-
home.com or contact our after-sales
service centres.
If the operating and installation
instructions describe different models,
any differences will be pointed out at the
relevant points in the text.
Read these operating and installation
instructions before switching on the
washing machine.
Display rules
: Warning!
This combination of symbol and signal
word indicates a possibly dangerous
situation. Not heeding the warning can
cause death or injuries.
Caution!
This signal word indicates a possibly
dangerous situation. Not heeding the
caution can cause property and/or
environmental damage.
Note/tip
Information about the optimum use of
the appliance/any other useful
information.
1. 2. 3. / a) b) c)
The steps are represented by numbers
or letters.
■ / -
Lists are represented by a small box or
a dash.
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ContentsenInstructionManualandInstallationInstructions
8 Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
( Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . .5
Electrical safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Risk of injury. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety for children. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
7 Environmental protection . . . . . .7
Packaging/used appliance . . . . . . . . . 7
Tips on economical use . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5 Positioning and connecting . . . .8
Included with the appliance . . . . . . . . 8
Safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation on a base
or a wooden joist floor . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation on a platform
with drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installing the appliance
in a kitchenette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Removing the transport locks. . . . . . 10
Hose and cable lengths . . . . . . . . . . 11
Water inlet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Water outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Levelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Before washing for the first time . . . . 14
Transportation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
* Getting to know
the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Z Laundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Prepare the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Sorting laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Starching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Dyeing/bleaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Soaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
C Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Correct selection of detergent. . . . . .20
Saving energy and detergent . . . . . .21
0 Programme default
settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Finished in-time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
\ Additional programme
settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Speed Eco. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Easy-Iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Prewash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Water Plus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Rinse Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
1 Operating the appliance . . . . . . 24
Preparing the washing machine . . . .24
Select programme/switch
on the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Change the programme
default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Select additional programme
settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Placing laundry into the drum . . . . . .25
Measure and add detergent
and care products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Starting the programme . . . . . . . . . .26
Childlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Adding/removing laundry . . . . . . . . .27
Changing the programme . . . . . . . . .27
Cancel the programme . . . . . . . . . . .27
Programme end during rinse hold. . .28
Programme end . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Removing laundry/switching
off the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
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H Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Automatic load sensing . . . . . . . . . . 29
Unbalanced load detection
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
VoltCheck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
M Setting the signal . . . . . . . . . . . 30
2 Cleaning and maintenance . . . 30
Machine housing/control panel . . . . 30
Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Descaling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Detergent drawer and housing . . . . 31
Detergent solution pump blocked . . 31
The drain hose at the
siphon is blocked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Filter in the water
supply is blocked. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
3 Faults and what to
do about them . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Emergency release . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Information on the display panel . . . 34
Faults and what to do about them. . 35
4 After-sales service . . . . . . . . . . 38
J Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
r Aqua-Stop warranty . . . . . . . . . 39
8 Intended use
Intendeduse■ For private domestic use only.
■ The washing machine is suitable for
washing machine-washable fabrics
and hand-washable wool in
detergent solution.
■ To be operated with cold mains
water and standard detergents and
care products which are suitable for
use in front-loading washing
machines. Do not use detergents for
hand wash.
■ When measuring the amount of all
detergents/additives/care products
and cleaning agents, always check
the manufacturer's instructions.
■ The washing machine may be used
by children over the age of 8 years
old and by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capacity
or by persons with a lack of
experience or knowledge if they are
supervised or have been instructed
by a responsible person.
Children must not perform cleaning
or maintenance work unsupervised.
■ Keep children under the age of 3
years away from the washing
machine.
■ This appliance is intended for use up
to a maximum height of
4000 metres above sea level.
■ Keep pets away from the washing
machine.
Read the Instruction Manual and
Installation Instructions and all other
information supplied with the washing
machine and use the machine
accordingly.
Retain the documents for subsequent
use.
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( Safety instructions
Safetyinstructions Electrical safety
:Warning
Risk of death!
There is a risk of electric shock
if you touch live components.
■ Never touch or hold the
mains plug with wet hands.
■ Only pull out the mains cable
by the plug and never by the
cable, as this could damage
it.
■ The appliance must be
grounded.
Electrical connection
~ Page 13
Risk of injury
:Warning
Risk of injury!
■ When the washing machine
is lifted by its protruding
parts (e.g. the washing
machine door), the
components may break off
and cause injuries.
Do not lift the washing
machine by protruding parts.
■ If you climb on the washing
machine, the worktop may
break and cause injuries.
Do not climb onto the
washing machine.
■ If you lean on the washing
machine door when it is
open, the washing machine
may tip over and cause
injuries.
Do not lean on the washing
machine door when it is
open.
■ Reaching into the drum
when it is turning can cause
injuries to hands.
Do not reach into the drum
when it is turning.
Wait until the drum has
stopped turning.
: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. if hot
water is being drained into a
wash basin.
Do not reach into the hot
detergent solution.
Safety for children
:Warning
Danger of death!
If children play with the washing
machine, they may get into life-
threatening situations or injure
themselves.
■ Do not leave children
unattended near the washing
machine.
■ Do not let children play with
the washing machine.
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:Warning
Danger of death!
Children may lock themselves
in appliances, putting their lives
at risk.
For appliances that have
reached the end of their service
life:
■ Disconnect the mains plug.
■ Cut through the mains cable
and remove it, along with
plug.
■ Destroy the lock on the
washing machine door.
:Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Children may become wrapped
in packaging/film or packing
parts if allowed to play with
them, or they may pull them
over their heads and suffocate.
Keep packaging, film and
packaging parts out of the
reach of children.
:Warning
Risk of poisoning!
Detergents and care products
may be poisonous if
consumed.
Keep detergents and care
products out of the reach of
children.
:Warning
Eye/skin irritation!
Detergents and care products
may cause irritation if they
come into contact with the eyes
or skin.
Keep detergents and care
products out of the reach of
children.
:Warning
Risk of injury!
When you wash at high
temperatures, the glass in the
washing machine door gets
hot.
Do not let children touch the
hot washing machine door.
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7 Environmental
protection
Environmentalprotection Packaging/used appliance
Do’s
■ Hand over the old/discarded
electronic equipment only to
authorized collection centers for
disposal
■ Consult the authorized service
center as to whether the Electronic
Equipment can be repaired or not,
before discarding
■ Consult the retailer about appliance
take back schemes
Don’ts
■ Don’t dump the discarded Electronic
Equipment in the open or in any land
fill site, as this will result in
contamination of the soil and the
ground water
■ Don’t dispose of the discarded
Electronic Equipment in household
bins or Municipal bins
■ The product is not meant for re-sale
to any unauthorized agencies/scrap
dealers
■ Don't keep any replaced spare
part(s) from the product in an
exposed area
Tips on economical use
■ Fill the appliance with the maximum
amount of laundry for each
programme to save energy and
water to an optimum.
Overview of programmes
~ Supplementary sheet for the
operating and installation
instructions.
■ Wash normally soiled laundry
without a prewash.
■ Save energy and detergent when
washing lightly and normally soiled
laundry.
~ "Detergent" on page 20
■ The selectable temperatures apply
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.
■ Information about the energy
consumption*:
The display provides information
about the relative energy
consumption in the selected
program.
The more indicator lights light up,
the higher the program's
consumption.
This enables you to compare the
consumption levels of the different
programs when choosing your
program settings and to decide on
an energy- and water-saving
program setting for the selected
program.
■ Energy-saving mode: The display
panel lighting goes out after a few
minutes and the start button flashes.
To activate the lighting, press any
button.
Energy-saving mode is not activated
if a programme is running.
■ If the laundry is subsequently dried
in a tumble dryer, select the spin
speed according to the tumble dryer
manufacturer's instructions.
) Dispose of packaging in an
environmentally-responsible
manner.
The following Do’s and Don’ts
provide a framework for the
return and recycling of used
products when available in
your area.
* depending on the model
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5 Positioning and
connecting
Positioningandconnecting Included with the appliance
Note: Check the machine for transport
damage. Never use a damaged
machine. If you have a complaint,
please contact the retailer from whom
you purchased the appliance, or our
after-sales service.
In addition, a hose clamp (24 - 40 mm
diameter, available from specialist
dealers) is required to connect the
water drain hose to a siphon.
Useful tools
■ Spirit level for levelling
■ Wrench with:
– WAF 13 for loosening the
transport locks, and
– WAF 17 for aligning the
appliance feet
+
#
( Mains cable
0 Bag:
■ Installation and operating
instructions
■ After-sales service location
directory*
■ Warranty*
■ Cover caps for openings left
after removing the transport
locks
■ Wrench*
■ liquid detergent insert*
■ external water filter*
8 Water supply hose on Aqua-Stop
models
@ Water drain hose
H Elbow for securing the water drain
hose*
*depending on the model
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Safety instructions
:Warning
Risk of injury!
■ The washing machine is very heavy.
Be careful when lifting/transporting
the washing machine.
■ When the washing machine is lifted
by its protruding parts (e.g. the
washing machine door), the
components may break off and
cause injuries.
Do not lift the washing machine by
protruding parts.
■ If the hose and mains cables are not
routed properly, there is a risk of
tripping and injury.
Lay hoses and cables in such a way
that there is no risk of tripping.
Caution!
Damage to the appliance
Frozen hoses may rip/burst.
Do not install the washing machine in
areas exposed to frost or outdoors.
Caution!
Water damage
The connection points for the water
supply hose and water drain hose are
under high water pressure. To prevent
leaks and water damage, you must
follow the instructions in this section.
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.
Installation surface
Note: The washing machine must be
aligned in a stable manner so that it
does not move around.
■ The installation surface must be firm
and level.
■ Soft floors/floor coverings are not
suitable.
Installation on a base or a
wooden joist floor
Caution!
Damage to the appliance
The washing machine may "wander"
and tip/topple from the base when
spinning.
The feet of the appliance must be
secured with holding brackets.
Order no. WMZ 20490,
WZ 20490 WZ 20510, WZ 20520
Note: On wooden joist floors, install the
washing machine:
■ In a corner, if possible,
■ On a water-resistant wooden board
(min. 30 mm thick) which is screwed
tightly to the floor.
Installation on a platform with
drawer
Platform order no.: WMZ 20490, WZ
20490, WZ 20510, WZ 20520
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Installing the appliance in a
kitchenette
:Warning
Risk of death!
There is a risk of electric shock if you
touch live components.
Do not remove the appliance covering
plate.
Notes
■ Recess width of 60 cm required.
■ Only install the washing machine
underneath a continuous worktop
that is securely connected to
adjacent cabinets.
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
damaged when it is operated.
Before using the appliance for the
first time, make sure that you
completely remove all four transport
locks. 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.
Note: Keep the screws and sleeves in
a safe place.
1. Take the hoses out of the holders.
2. Unscrew and remove all four
transport brace screws.
Remove the sleeves. To do this,
remove the mains cable from the
holders.
3. Fit the covers. Lock the covers firmly
in place by applying pressure to the
snap-in hooks.
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Hose and cable lengths
■ Left-hand connection
■ Right-hand connection
* depending on model
Tip: The following are available from
specialist dealers/the after-sales
service:
■ An extension for Aqua-Stop or cold
water supply hose (approx. 2.50 m);
order no. WMZ2380, WZ10130,
CZ11350, Z7070X0
■ A longer supply hose (approx.
2.20 m) for standard model
Water inlet
:Warning
Danger of death!
There is a risk of electric shock if you
touch live components.
Do not immerse the Aqua-Stop safety
valve in water (it contains an electric
valve).
Notes
■ Only operate the washing machine
using cold mains water.
■ Do not connect the machine to the
mixer tap of an unpressurised hot-
water boiler.
■ Do not use a used supply hose. Only
use the supply hose supplied or one
that was purchased from an
authorised specialist retailer.
■ Do not kink or squash the water
supply hose.
■ Do not alter (shorten, cut through)
the water supply hose (otherwise its
strength is no longer guaranteed).
■ Only tighten the screw connections
by hand. If the screw connections
are tightened too much with a tool
(pliers), the thread may become
damaged.
■ When connecting to a 21 mm = ½"
tap, first fit an adapter* with a sealing
washer from 21 mm = ½" to 26.4
mm = ¾".
*supplied depending on the model
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Optimum water pressure in the supply
network
At least 100 kPa (1 bar)
Maximum 1000 kPa (10 bar)
When the tap is open, the water flow
rate is at least 8 l/min.
If the water pressure is higher than this,
a pressure-reducing valve must be
installed.
Connection
Connect the water supply hose to the
tap (26.4 mm = ¾") and to the
appliance (not necessary for Aqua-Stop
models as this is permanently installed):
■ Model: Standard
■ Model: Aqua-Secure
■ Model: Aqua-Stop
Note: Turn on the tap carefully,
checking the leak tightness of the
connection points. The screw
connection is under mains water
pressure.
Water outlet
Caution!
Water damage
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
damage.
Secure the drain hose so that it cannot
slip out.
Note: Do not kink the water drain hose
or put strain on it lengthways.
You can lay the water drain hose as
follows:
■ Outlet in a sink
: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. if hot water is
being drained into a wash basin.
Do not reach into the hot water.
Caution!
Damage to the appliance/fabrics
If the end of the drain hose is
immersed in the drained water, water
may be sucked back into the
appliance and may damage the
appliance/fabrics.
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Make sure that:
– The plug does not block drainage
from the sink.
– The end of the drain hose is not
immersed in the drained water.
– The water drains away quickly
enough.
■ Drainage into a siphon
The connection point must be
secured using a hose clamp with a
diameter of 24-40 mm (available
from specialist dealers).
■ Outlet into a plastic pipe with
rubber bushing or into a drainage
pit
Levelling
Level the appliance using a spirit level.
Incorrect levelling may result in intense
noise, vibrations and "wandering".
1. Loosen the lock nuts using a
wrench, by turning it in a clockwise
direction.
2. Check the alignment of the washing
machine with a spirit level, and
adjust it if necessary. Change the
height by turning the appliance feet.
All four appliance feet must stand
firmly on the ground.
3. Tighten the lock nut against the
housing.
In doing so, hold the foot tight and
do not adjust its height.
The lock nuts on all four appliance
feet must be screwed tightly against
the housing.
Electrical connection
:Warning
Danger of death!
There is a risk of electric shock if you
touch live components.
■ Never touch or hold the mains plug
with wet hands.
■ Only pull out the mains cable by the
plug and never by the cable, as this
could damage it.
■ Never unplug the mains plug during
operation.
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Observe the following information and
ensure that:
Notes
■ The mains voltage and voltage
indicated on the washing machine
(rating plate) are the same.
The connected load and fuse
required are specified on the rating
plate.
■ The mains plug fits the socket.
■ The cable cross-section is adequate.
■ The mains cable is only replaced by
a qualified electrician (if this is
necessary). Replacement mains
cables are available from the after-
sales service.
■ No multiple plugs/couplings or
extension cables are used.
■ If an earth-leakage circuit breaker is
used, only a type which displays this
symbol is used: z.
Only this symbol guarantees
compliance with the currently
applicable regulations.
■ 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
Danger of death!
Improper connection of the ground may
result in electric shock. Have the
appliance checked by a qualified
technician or licensed electrician if you
are in doubt as to whether the washing
machine has been properly grounded.
This appliance must be grounded. In the
event of malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of electric
shock by providing a path of least
resistance for the electric current. This
appliance is equipped with a cord that
has an equipment grounding conductor
and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that
is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with local codes and
ordinances. To ground the appliance
use a 3 pin plug and properly grounded
socket of 16 A rating.
Notes
■ Do not modify the plug provided with
the appliance. If the plug will not fit
into outlet have a properly grounded
outlet installed by qualified
electrician. Do not cut, remove or
bypass the grounding prong on the
washing machine power cord plug.
■ The wiring for the eletrical outlet
circuit must be sufficient to meet the
appliance requirements. Use of
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) is recommended.
■ Do not use the machine with an
extension box, extension cord, spike
busters etc., as this may lead to
improper grounding conditions.
Before washing for the first
time
The washing machine was thoroughly
tested before leaving the factory. To
remove any residues from the
production and to remove water that
may be left over from the test, run the
first wash cycle without any laundry.
Notes
■ The washing machine must be
correctly installed and connected.
~ Page 8
■ Never use a damaged machine.
Inform customer services.
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1. Check the machine.
2. Remove the protective foil from the
work top and the control panel.
3. Connect the mains plug.
4. Turn on the tap.
5. Close the door (do not load any
laundry).
6. Depending on the model, select ¾
Drum Clean 90 °C or i
Cottons 90 °C program.
7. Open the detergent drawer.
8. Pour approximately 1 litre of water
into compartment II.
9. Pour standard detergent into
compartment II.
Note: To prevent foaming, only use
half the amount of detergent
recommended by the detergent
manufacturer. Do not use detergent
designed for wool or delicates.
10.Close the detergent drawer.
11.Press the A button.
12.When the program ends, switch off
the appliance.
Your washing machine is now ready to
use.
Transportation
e.g. when moving home
Preparatory work:
1. Turn off the water tap.
2. Reduce the water pressure in the
supply hose.
Maintenance – filter in the water
supply ~ Page 32
3. Disconnect the washing machine
from the main plug.
4. Drain the remaining detergent
solution.
Maintenance – detergent solution
pump blocked ~ Page 31
5. Remove the hoses.
Installing the transport locks:
1. Remove the covers and keep them
in a safe place.
Use a screwdriver if necessary.
2. Insert all four sleeves.
Clip the mains cable securely in the
holders. Insert and tighten the
screws.
Before switching on the appliance
again:
Notes
■ The transport locks must be
removed. ~ "Removing the
transport locks" on page 10
■ To prevent unused detergent from
flowing straight into the drain during
the next wash: Pour approx. 1 litre of
water into compartment II and start
the 0 Spin/Drain [//0 Spin/Empty
[ program.
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* Getting to know the appliance
Gettingtoknowtheappliance Washing machine
#
6 7
( Detergent drawer
0 Controls/display elements
8 Washing machine door with
integrated window handle
9S Open the washing machine door
9T Close the door
@ Service flap
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Control panel
Control panel depending on the model
Note: The buttons are sensitive, they
only need to be touched gently.
Display panel
( Programmes ~ Supplementary
sheet for the operating and
installation instructions.
0 Programme selector
8 Display panel for settings and
information
# +
Button Display indicator Description
( selectable Temperature**
' - 90 °C in °C;
0 selectable Spin speed
- - - -, 0 - 1200** 0 in rpm; 0 = no spin cycle, draining only;
- - - - = Rinse Stop
8 Finished in-time
* depending on the model
** depending on the selected program, settings and model
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More information on the display panel
e.g. 2:30 Program duration depends on the program selection in h:min
(hours:minutes)
1 - 24 ñ End time preselection in hours
End of program after ... hours
@ Additional program settings: ~ Page 23
(G)** Speed EcoPerfect
(Q)** Easy-Iron*
(T)** Prewash*
(Z, Z Water+) Water Plus*
(', ' Rinse+) Rinse Plus*
H A Button for starting a program, Interrupting a program, e.g. to add
items of laundry or cancelling a program
Button Display indicator Description
* depending on the model
** depending on the selected program, settings and model
Display in-
dicator
Description
8** kg Load recommendation
é { { ... Energy consumption*
Program progress:
ß Washing
à Rinse
0 Spin
End Program end
- - - - 0 Program end during Rinse Stop
è Washing machine door
r Tap
~ "Information on the display
panel" on page 34
* depending on the model
** depending on the selected program, settings
and model
E Childproof lock ~ "Childlock"
on page 27
Å
¾ Drum
Clean
Foam detection
Indicator lamp for Drum Clean
programme*
E: - - Fault display
0 - 4 Signal setting
Display in-
dicator
Description
* depending on the model
** depending on the selected program, settings
and model
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Laundry en
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Z Laundry
LaundryPrepare the laundry
Caution!
Damage to the appliance/fabrics
Foreign objects (e.g. coins, paper-clips,
needles, nails) may damage the laundry
or components in the washing machine.
Therefore, note the following tips when
preparing your laundry:
■ Empty pockets.
■ Look out for metal items (paperclips,
etc.) and remove them.
■ Wash delicates in a laundry bag
(tights, underwired bras, etc.).
■ Close any zips, button up any cover
buttons.
■ Brush sand out of pockets and
collars.
■ Remove curtain fittings or place
curtains in a laundry bag.
Sorting laundry
Sort your laundry according to the care
instructions and manufacturer's
information on the care labels:
■ Type of fabric/fibre
■ Colour
Note: Laundry can discolour or not
be cleaned correctly. Wash white
and coloured laundry separately.
Wash new bright fabrics separately
the first time you wash them.
■ Soiling
Wash laundry with the same level of
soiling together.
You can find examples of levels of
soiling on ~ Page 21
– Light: Do not prewash, select the
(Speed Perfect) G setting if
necessary
– Normal
– Heavy: Load less laundry, select
a programme with prewash
– Stains: Remove/pretreat stains
while they are fresh. First, dab the
stain with soapy water/do not
rub. Then wash the items of
laundry with the appropriate
programme. Stubborn/dried-in
stains can sometimes only be
removed with several washes.
■ Symbols on the care labels
The numbers in the symbols indicate
the maximum washing temperature
which may be used.
– M: Suitable for a normal
washing process; e.g. Cottons
programme
– U : A gentle washing process is
required; e.g. Easy-Care
programme
– V : An especially gentle washing
process is required; e.g.
Delicate/Silk programme
– W : Suitable for washing by
hand; e.g. Wool programme
– Ž : Do not wash the laundry in
the machine.
Starching
Note: Laundry must not be treated with
fabric softener.
Starching is possible in all wash
programmes if liquid starch is used.
Starching with liquid starch is possible
in programs such as Rinse and Cottons
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20
Dyeing/bleaching
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 to
bleach clothes.
Soaking
1. Pour soaking agent/detergent into
compartment II in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Select the desired programme.
3. Press the A button to start the
programme.
4. After approx. ten minutes, press the
A button to pause the programme.
5. After the desired soaking time, press
the A button again to continue or
change the programme.
Notes
■ Load laundry of the same colour.
■ No additional detergent is required;
the soaking solution is used for
washing.
C Detergent
DetergentCorrect selection of detergent
The care label is crucial for selecting
the correct detergent, temperature and
treatment of the laundry.
Note: Only use detergents for front-
loading washing machines, low suds/
detergent foam.
■ Standard detergent with optical
brighteners
Suitable for boil-washable white
laundry made from linen or cotton
Programme: Cottons/
cold - max. 90 °C
■ Detergent for colours without
bleach or optical brighteners
Suitable for coloured laundry made
from linen or cotton
Programme: Cottons/
cold - max. 60 °C
■ Detergent for colours/delicates
without optical brighteners
Suitable for coloured laundry made
from easy-care fibres, synthetic
fibres
Programme: Easy-Care/
cold - max. 60 °C
■ Detergent for delicates
Suitable for delicate, fine fabrics, silk
or viscose
Programme: Delicate/Silk/
cold - max. 40 °C
■ Detergent for woollens
Suitable for wool
Programme: Wool/
cold - max. 40 °C
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Saving energy and detergent
For light and normal soiling, you can
save energy (lower washing
temperature) and detergent.
Note: When measuring the amount of
all detergents/additives/care products
and cleaning agents, please always
check the manufacturer's instructions
and information.
~ "Measure and add detergent and
care products" on page 25
0 Programme default
settings
Programmedefaultsettings You can find possible programme
default settings in the overview; these
differ depending on the model.
These are displayed in the display panel
after selecting the programme.
You can change the default settings.
~ Page 24
You can find an overview of all possible
program settings on the supplementary
sheet for the installation and operating
instructions.
Temperature
(°C, Temp. °C)
Setting depending on the model
Depending on what stage the program
is in, you can change the set
temperature before and at the
beginning of the program.
The maximum temperature that can be
set depends on the program that has
been selected.
Spin speed
(0, rpm 0)
Depending on what stage the program
is in, you can change the spin speed (in
rpm; revolutions per minute) before and
during the program.
Setting 0: The rinsing water is drained
but there is no final spin. The laundry
stays wet inside the drum, e.g. for items
that should not be spun.
Setting - - - -: (Rinse Stop) = no final
spin. The laundry stays in the water after
the final rinse.
Saving Soiling/note
Reduced temper-
ature and deter-
gent quantity as
per the recom-
mended dosage
Light
No visible dirt or stains. Cloth-
ing has taken on some body
odour, e.g.:
■ Light summer/sports
clothing (worn for a few
hours)
■ T-shirts, shirts, blouses
(worn for up to one day)
■ Guest bed linen and hand
towels (used for one day)
Normal
Visible dirt or a few light
stains, e.g.:
■ T-shirts, shirts, blouses
(sweat soaked, worn a
few times)
■ Towels,bedding(usedfor
up to one week)
Temperature as
per the care label
and detergent
quantity as per
the recom-
mended dosage
for heavy soiling
Heavy
Dirt and/or stains clearly visi-
ble, e.g. tea towels, baby
items, work clothing
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22
You can select "Rinse Stop" to prevent
creasing if the laundry will not be taken
out of the washing machine immediately
after the program has ended.
To continue/end the program
~ Page 28
The maximum speed that can be set
depends on the model and program
that has been selected.
Finished in-time
(ñ, ñ Finish in, ñ Ready in)
Before starting the program, you can
preselect the program end ("Ready in"
time) in hourly increments (h = hour) up
to a maximum of 24 hours.
To do this:
1. Select a program.
The program duration is displayed
for the selected program, e.g. 2:30
(hours:minutes).
2. Press the Finished in-time button
repeatedly until the required number
of hours is displayed.
3. Press the A button.
The door will be locked.
The selected number of hours (e.g. 8
h) is shown in the display panel and
counts down until the wash program
starts. The duration of the program is
then displayed.
During the timer count-down, you can
change the preselected number of
hours as follows:
1. Press the A button.
2. Use the Finished in-time button to
change the number of hours.
3. Press the A button.
During the timer count-down, you can
add or remove laundry as required:
1. Press the A button.
2. Open the door and add or remove
laundry.
3. Close the door.
4. Press the A button.
Note: The length of the program is
automatically adjusted when the
program is running.
Certain factors can affect the program
length, e.g.:
■ Program settings,
■ Detergent dosage (additional rinse
cycles if required due to foaming),
■ Load size/type of textiles (longer
washing for higher load and for
textiles which absorb more water),
■ Imbalances (e. g. due to fitted
sheets) are offset with several start-
ups of spin cycles,
■ Fluctuations in power supply,
■ Water pressure (infeeding speed).
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\ Additional programme
settings
Additionalprogrammesettings You can find an overview of all possible
additional settings on the
supplementary sheet for the installation
and operating instructions.
The settings vary depending on the
model.
Speed Eco
(G F, G SpeedPerfect, F
EcoPerfect)
Button with two possible settings for
adapting the selected program:
■ Speed (G)
Washing in a shorter time while
achieving a washing result that is
consistent with, but uses more
energy than the selected program
without the Speed setting.
Note: Do not exceed the maximum
load.
■ Eco (F)
Energy-optimised washing by
reducing the temperature while
achieving a washing result that is
consistent with the selected program
without the Eco setting.
Press the button to do this. First of all,
you can select the Speed setting. If you
press the button again, the Eco setting
is active. The respective symbol is
shown in the display when the setting is
activated.
If you press the button again, no setting
is active.
Easy-Iron
(Q) Easy-Iron)
Button depending on the model
Reduces creasing thanks to a special
spin sequence followed by fluffing and
reduced spin speed.
Note: The washing's residual moisture
is increased.
Prewash
(T) Prewash)
Button depending on the model
For heavily soiled laundry.
There will be a prewash cycle at a low
temperature before the main washing.
Note: Pour detergent into compartment
I for the prewash cycle and into
compartment II for the main washing.
Water Plus
(Z, Z Water+)
Button depending on the model
Higher water level and additional rinse
cycle for particularly sensitive skin and/
or for areas with very soft water
Rinse Plus
(', ' Rinse+)
Button depending on the model
Additional rinse cycle, for areas with
very soft water or for an even better
rinsing result.
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1 Operating the
appliance
Operatingtheappliance Preparing the washing
machine
Note: The washing machine must be
correctly installed and connected.
Also consider
1. Connect the mains plug.
2. Turn on the water tap.
3. Open the door.
4. Check that the drum is completely
drained. Drain if necessary.
Select programme/switch on
the appliance
Note: If you have activated the
childproof lock, you must first deactivate
it before you can set a program.
~ Page 27
Use the program selector to select the
required program. The program selector
can be rotated in either direction.
The appliance is switched on.
The following default settings and
program information for the selected
program appear in the display panel
■ Temperature*,
■ The maximum recommended load
and the duration of the program
(alternately)
■ Energy consumption*.
*depending on the model
Change the programme
default settings
You can use the default settings or
change them.
To do this, repeatedly select the
corresponding button until the required
setting is displayed.
The settings are activated without
needing to be confirmed.
They are not saved when the appliance
is switched off.
~ "Programme default settings"
on page 21
Overview of programmes ~
Supplementary sheet for the operating
and installation instructions.
Select additional programme
settings
By selecting additional settings, you can
better adapt the washing process to
your items of laundry.
The settings can be selected or
deselected depending on the
programme progress.
The indicator lamp for the button lights
up if a setting is active.
The settings are not saved when the
appliance is switched off.
~ "Additional programme settings"
on page 23
Overview of programmes ~
Supplementary sheet for the operating
and installation instructions.
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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 items of laundry thoroughly
beforehand.
Notes
■ Mix items of laundry of varying sizes.
Laundry items of different sizes
distribute themselves better during
the spin cycle. Individual items of
laundry may lead to imbalances.
■ Observe the specified maximum
load. Overfilling has a negative
impact on the washing result and
promotes creasing.
1. Place presorted items of laundry
unfolded in the washing drum.
2. Make sure that no items of laundry
are trapped between the washing
machine door and the rubber seal,
and close the door.
The A button indicator lamp flashes to
indicate that the washing program can
be started. It is possible to change the
settings. ~ "Dyeing/bleaching"
on page 20~ "Spin speed"
on page 21
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
damage if they come into contact with
the surfaces of the washing machine.
Do not allow these agents to come into
contact with the surfaces of the washing
machine. If necessary, immediately wipe
away spray residue and other residues/
droplets with a damp cloth.
Measuring
Measure the detergent and care
products according to:
■ Water hardness; ask your water
supply company
■ The manufacturer's instructions on
the packaging
■ The amount of laundry
■ Soiling
Filling
:Warning
Eye/skin irritation!
Detergent and care products may spray
out if the detergent drawer is opened
while the machine is in operation.
Open the drawer carefully.
Rinse eyes or skin thoroughly if they
come into contact with detergent/care
products.
If swallowed accidentally, seek medical
advice.
Note: Dilute viscous fabric softener and
fabric conditioner with water; this
prevents blockages.
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Pour the detergent and care products
into the appropriate compartments:
1. Pull out the detergent drawer as far
as possible.
2. Add detergent and/or care products.
3. Close the detergent drawer.
Measuring aid* for liquid detergent
*depending on the model
Position the measuring aid for
measuring the correct amount of liquid
detergent:
1. Pull out the detergent drawer. Press
down the insert and fully remove the
drawer.
2. Slide the measuring aid forwards,
fold it down and click it into place.
3. Reinsert the drawer.
Note: Do not use the measuring aid for
gel detergents and washing powder, or
for programmes with prewash or when
"Ready in" time is selected.
For models without a measuring aid,
pour the liquid detergent into the
appropriate dispenser and place it in
the drum.
Starting the programme
Press the A button. The indicator lamp
lights up and the program starts.
Note: you will need to press and hold
the Ü button to start the programme.
This prevents the programme from
being started if something accidentally
brushes against the button.
The display panel shows the Ready in
time while the program is running or the
program duration and the program
progress symbols once the wash cycle
has started.
~ "Display panel" on page 17
Note: Foam detection
If the Å symbol also lights up in the
display panel, the washing machine has
detected too much foam during the
wash cycle and automatically activated
additional rinse cycles to remove the
foam.
Add less detergent to the next wash
cycle with the same load.
If you want to lock the program to
prevent it from being inadvertently
adjusted, you can select the childproof
lock as follows.
Measuring aid A* For liquid detergent
Compartment II Detergent for the
main wash, water
softener, bleach,
stain remover
Compartment i Fabric softener,
starch
Do not exceed the
max.
Compartment I Detergent for
prewash
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Childlock
(E 3 sec.)
You can lock the washing machine to
prevent the functions you have set from
being changed inadvertently. To do this,
activate the childproof lock when the
program has started.
To activate/deactivate, press and hold
the Spin speed and Finished in-time
buttons at the same time after the
washing program has started. Keep
pressing the two buttons for approx.
three seconds. The E symbol appears
in the display panel.
■ E lights up: The childproof lock is
active.
■ E flashes: The childproof lock is
active and the program selector has
been adjusted. To deactivate the
childproof lock, reset the program
selector to the initial program. The
symbol lights up again.
Note: To avoid the program to
terminate, do not turn the program
selector beyond the Off position.
Note: The childproof lock remains
active after the program has ended and
the appliance is switched off. You must
always deactivate the childproof lock if
you want to start a new program.
Adding/removing laundry
Following the start of the program, you
can add or remove laundry as required.
Press the A button to do this.
The A button indicator lamp flashes
and the machine checks whether it is
possible to add laundry.
If the following appears in the display
panel:
■ The è symbol disappears: adding
laundry is possible.
■ The è symbol lights up: it is not
possible to add laundry.
To continue the program, press the
button A. The program continues
automatically.
Notes
■ Do not leave the door open for too
long when adding laundry as water
from the laundry may leak out.
■ For safety reasons, the door remains
locked when the water level or
temperature is high, or while the
drum is turning, and it is not possible
to add laundry during this time.
■ The load display is not active during
reloading.
Changing the programme
1. Press the A button.
2. Select another program.
3. Press the A button.The new
program starts from the beginning.
Cancel the programme
For programs at high temperature:
1. Press the A button.
2. To cool down laundry: Select '
Rinse.
3. Press the A button.
For programs at low temperature:
1. Press the A button.
2. Select 0 Spin/Drain [//0 Spin/
Empty [.
3. Press the A button.
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Programme end during rinse
hold
- - - - 0 appears in the display panel and
the indicator lamp of the A button
flashes.
Continue the program by:
■ Pressing the A button (the laundry
will be drained with the default spin
speed setting*) or
■ Selecting a spin speed or set the
program selector to0 Spin/Drain [/
/0 Spin/Empty [ and then pressing
the A button.
* depending on the chosen program ->
Overview of programmes
Programme end
End appears in the display panel and
the indicator lamp of the A button is
off.
Removing laundry/switching
off the appliance
1. Open the door and remove the
laundry.
2. Turn the program selector to off
position. The appliance is switched
off.
3. Turn off the tap.
Note: Not required for Aqua-Stop
models.
Notes
■ Always wait until the program ends,
as the appliance could still be
locked.
■ If the display panel goes off at the
end of a program, the energy-saving
mode is active. Press any button to
activate the panel.
■ Do not leave any items of laundry in
the drum.They may shrink in the next
wash or discolour another item.
■ Remove any foreign objects from the
drum and the rubber seal – risk of
rusting.
■ Wipe the rubber seal dry.
■ Leave the door and detergent
drawer open so that any residual
water can evaporate.
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H Sensors
SensorsAutomatic load sensing
The automatic load-sensing function
perfectly adapts the water consumption
to each programme depending on the
type of fabric and the load.
Unbalanced load detection
system
The automatic unbalanced load
detection system detects imbalances
and ensures even distribution of the
laundry by repeatedly starting and
stopping the drum spinning.
If the laundry is extremely unevenly
distributed, the spin speed is reduced
or the spin cycle is not performed for
safety reasons.
Note: Place large and small items of
laundry evenly in the drum.
~ "Faults and what to do about them"
on page 33
VoltCheck
The automatic voltage control system
detects an unacceptable low voltage
supply. The colon on the Ready in
display is flashing while there is an
unacceptable undervoltage supply.
Once the supply voltage is stable again,
the colon of the Ready in display lights
up (Normal mode).
The detected voltage under-usage is
indicated in the further program
sequence by all three points lighting up
in the display.
Note: Voltage under-usages can for
example result in program extensions
and/or non-satisfactory results.
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30
M Setting the signal
Settingthesignal You can change the following settings:
■ The volume of the information
signals (e.g. at the end of the
program) and/or
■ The volume of the button signals.
You will need to activate the setting
mode in order to change these settings.
Activating the setting mode
1. Select the i Cottons program at
position 1. The washing machine is
switched on.
2. Press the A button and, at the
same time, turn the program selector
clockwise to position 2. Release the
button.
The setting mode is activated and the
preset volume for the information
signals appears in the display panel.
Changing the volume
■ To change the volume of the
information signals, use the Finish in-
time button, while the program
selector remains at position 2.
■ To change the volume of the button
signals, rotate the program selector
to position 3. Use again the Finish in-
time button to change the volume.
Exiting setting mode
You can now end the process and set
the program selector to the off position.
The settings are saved.
2 Cleaning and
maintenance
Cleaningandmaintenance :Warning
Danger of death!
There is a risk of electric shock if you
touch live components.
Switch off the appliance and unplug the
mains plug.
:Warning
Risk of poisoning!
Toxic vapours can be produced by
cleaning agents that contain solvents,
e.g. cleaning solvent.
Do not use cleaning agents that contain
solvents.
Caution!
Damage to the appliance
Cleaning agents that contain solvents,
e.g. cleaning solvent, can damage
surfaces and components in the
machine.
Do not use cleaning agents that contain
solvents.
Machine housing/control
panel
■ Wipe the housing and the control
panel with a soft, damp cloth.
■ Remove the detergent residue
immediately.
■ Do not clean with a water jet.
Drum
Use chlorine-free cleaning agents, do
not use steel wool.
If there are odours in the washing
machine, or to clean the drum, run the
¾ Drum Clean 90 °C or i
Cottons 90 °C program without
laundry. Add washing powder.~ "3
Faults and what to do about them"
on page 33
0 = off, 1 = quiet,
2 = medium, 3 = loud,
4 = very loud
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Descaling
Descaling should not be necessary if
the detergent is measured out correctly.
However, if it is required, follow the
manufacturer's instructions for the
descaling agent. Suitable descalers can
be obtained via our website or from our
after-sales service. ~ Page 38
Detergent drawer and housing
If the washing machine contains
detergent or fabric softener residues:
1. Pull out the detergent drawer. Press
down the insert and fully remove the
drawer.
2. To remove the insert: Push the insert
upwards from below with your finger.
3. Clean the detergent dispenser tray
and insert with water and a brush,
and dry it. Clean the inside of the
housing as well.
4. Fit the insert and lock it in place
(push the cylinder onto the guide
pin).
5. Push in the detergent drawer.
Note: Leave the detergent drawer open
so that any residual water can
evaporate.
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
scalded.
Allow the water to cool down.
After the water has cooled down:
1. Turn off the water tap so that no
more water can flow in and has to be
drained via the drain pump.
2. Switch off the appliance.
3. Disconnect the mains plug.
4. Open and remove the service flap.
5. Take the drain hose out of the
retainer.
Remove the sealing cap, allow the
water to flow out into a suitable
container.
Replace the sealing cap and place
the drainage hose in the retainer.
6. Carefully unscrew the pump cover,
residual water may leak out.
Clean the interior, pump cover
thread and pump housing. The
impeller in the detergent solution
pump must be able to rotate.
Refit the pump cover and screw it on
tightly. The handle must be in a
vertical position.
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7. Place the service flap back on, lock
it into place, and close it.
Note: To prevent unused detergent
from flowing straight into the drain
during the next wash, pour 1 litre of
water (without detergent) into
compartment II and start the 0 Spin/
Drain [//0 Spin/Empty [ programme.
Do the next wash as usual.
The drain hose at the siphon
is blocked
1. Switch off the appliance.
2. Disconnect the mains plug.
3. Loosen the hose clamp. Carefully
remove the drain hose; residual
water may leak out.
4. Clean the drain hose and siphon
connecting piece.
5. Reattach the drain hose and secure
the connection using the hose
clamp.
Filter in the water supply is
blocked
First, reduce the water pressure in the
supply hose:
1. Turn off the tap.
2. Select any program (except 0 Spin/
Drain [//0 Spin/Empty [).
3. Press the A button. Allow the
program to run for approximately 40
seconds.
4. Turn the program selector to off
position.
5. Pull out the mains plug.
6. Clean the filter on the tap:
Disconnect the hose from the tap.
Clean the filter with a small brush.
7. For standard and Aqua-Secure
models, clean the filter on the rear of
the appliance:
Remove the hose from the rear of
the appliance.
Use pliers to remove the filter and
then clean it.
8. Insert the filter, connect the hose and
check for leaks.
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3 Faults and what to do
about them
Faultsandwhattodoaboutthem Emergency release
(depending on the model)
e.g. in the event of a power outage
Note: The programme will continue
running when the power supply has
been restored.
:Warning
Risk of scalding!
When you are washing at high
temperatures, there is a risk of scalding
if you come into contact with detergent
solution and laundry.
If possible, leave it to cool down.
:Warning
Risk of injury!
You may injure your hands if you reach
into the drum while it is turning.
Do not reach into the drum when it is
turning. Wait until the drum has stopped
turning.
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.
If the laundry has to be removed, the
washing machine door can be opened
as follows:
1. Switch off the appliance.
2. Disconnect the mains plug.
3. Drain the water. ~ Page 31
4. Pull the emergency release
downwards with a tool and release.
The washing machine door can now
be opened.
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34
Information on the display panel
Display Cause/Remedy
è lights up
(after program start)
The door is locked.
è lights up
(in pause mode)
■ The water level is too high. It is not possible to add laundry.
■ The drum is still turning. It is not possible to add laundry.
Note: If the door lock symbol is off in pause mode, the door is unlocked. It is possi-
ble to add laundry
è flashes ■ Laundry may be caught. Open and close the door again and press the A but-
ton.
■ If necessary, push the door closed or remove some laundry and then push it
closed again.
■ If necessary, switch the appliance off and on again; set the program and make
your individual settings; start the program.
r flashes ■ No water inlet, turn on the water tap fully
– Supply hose kinked/trapped,
– Clean the filter in the water supply.
– If an additional water filter has been installed (depending on model), check
for contaminants and clean if required ~ separate installation and clean-
ing instruction for water filter.
r lights up ■ The water pressure is too low.
– Supply hose kinked/trapped,
– Clean the filter in the water supply.
– If an additional water filter has been installed (depending on model), check
for contaminants and clean if required ~ separate installation and clean-
ing instruction for water filter.
Note: The program is taking longer than usual.
E:18 ■ The drain pump is blocked. Clean the drain pump ~ Page 31
■ The drain hose/drain pipe is blocked. Clean the drain hose at the siphon.
~ Page 32
E:23 There is water in the base trough, the appliance is leaking. Turn off the tap. Call cus-
tomer services! ~ Page 38 (failure will only be detected at machines with Aquas-
top)
Page: 35
Faults and what to do about them en
35
Faults and what to do about them
E:32 at program end
Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system has interrupted the spin cycle
because the laundry is unevenly distributed. Distribute small and large items of
laundry evenly in the drum. If necessary, start an additional spin program.
E The childproof lock is activated – deactivate it. ~ Page 27
Å lights up Too much foam has been detected and an additional wash cycle has been acti-
vated. Add less detergent to the next wash cycle with the same load. ~ Page 35
: of the 'Ready in'
time flashes
Mains voltage is too low. The program will continue after the voltage supply is recov-
ered.
. of the 'Ready in' time
lights up
Undervoltage in the wash programme. The programme is extended. ~ Page 29
Other displays Switch off the appliance, wait for five seconds and then switch it on again. If the dis-
play appears again, call customer services. ~ Page 38
Faults Cause/Remedy
Water is leaking from the
machine.
■ Attach the drain hose correctly or replace it.
■ Tighten the screw connection of the drain hose.
The machine is not filling
with water.
Detergent is not being dis-
pensed.
■ Have you pressed the A button?
■ Is the tap turned on?
■ Could the filter be clogged? Clean the filter. ~ Page 32
Note: If an additional water filter has been installed (depending on model),
check for contaminants and clean if required ~ separate installation and
cleaning instruction for water filter.
■ Is the supply hose kinked or trapped?
The door cannot be
opened.
■ The safety function is activated.
Note: For safety reasons, the washing machine door remains locked when
the water level or temperature is high (See ~ Cancel the programme
~ Page 27) or while the drum is rotating.
■ Is the E childproof lock activated? Deactivate it. ~ "Childlock"
on page 27
■ Is - - - - selected (Rinse Stop = no final spin, water level is high)?
~ Page 28
■ Can the door only be opened by the emergency release? ~ Page 33
The program will not
start.
■ Have you pressed the A or Finished in-time button?
■ Is the door closed?
■ Is the E childproof lock activated? Deactivate it. ~ "Childlock"
on page 27
The drum briefly jerks or
judders after the program
has started.
Not a fault – the internal motor test may cause the drum to jerk or judder briefly
when the wash program starts.
Display Cause/Remedy
Page: 36
en Faults and what to do about them
36
The water is not draining. ■ Is - - - - selected (Rinse Stop = no final spin)? ~ Page 28
■ Clean the drain pump. ~ Page 31
■ Clean the drain pipe and/or the drain hose. ~ Page 32
Water is not visible in the
drum.
Not a fault – the water is below the visible area.
The spin result is not sat-
isfactory.
Laundry is wet/too damp.
■ Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system has interrupted the spin
cycle because the laundry is unevenly distributed.
Distribute small and large items of laundry evenly in the drum.
■ Easy-Iron (depending on the model) selected? ~ Page 23
■ Is the selected speed too low?
■ You may run the program Spin/Drain to spin the laundry again.
The spin cycle runs sev-
eral times.
Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an imbalance.
The program is taking
longer than usual.
■ The water pressure is too low, r lights up ~ Page 34
■ Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an imbal-
ance by repeatedly distributing the laundry in case imbalances have been
detected.
■ Not a fault – the foam detection is active – a rinse cycle has been switched
on in case foam has been detected.
The length of the program
changes during the wash
cycle.
■ Not a fault – the program sequence is optimised for the specific washing
process according to the load and the type of textiles. This may change the
length of the program shown in the display panel.
■ The water pressure is low - the washing program will take longer as usual
Residual water in the
care-product compart-
ment i .
■ Not a fault – the effect of the care product is not affected.
■ Clean the insert if necessary.
Odours in the washing
machine.
Depending on the model, run the ¾ Drum Clean or i Cottons 90 °C pro-
gram without laundry.
Add washing powder or a detergent containing bleach.
Note: Topreventfoaming,onlyusehalftheamountofdetergentrecommended
by the detergent manufacturer. Do not use detergents designed for wool or del-
icates.
Faults Cause/Remedy
Page: 37
Faults and what to do about them en
37
Foam is leaking from the
detergent drawer. Foam
is visible in the drum
The Å symbol lights up in the display panel.
■ Have you used too much detergent? Use less detergent in the next wash
cycle.
■ Mix one tablespoon of fabric softener with 1/2 litre of water and pour it into
compartment II (not suitable for outdoor clothing, sportswear or items
stuffed with down).
Loud noises, vibrations
and machine "move-
ment" during the spin
cycle.
■ Is the appliance aligned? Align the appliance. ~ Page 13
■ Are the appliance's feet fixed? Secure the appliance's feet. ~ Page 13
■ Have the transport locks been removed? Remove the transport locks.
~ Page 10
The display panel/indica-
tor lights do not work
while the appliance is run-
ning.
■ Has there been a power failure?
■ Have the fuses blown? Reset/replace the fuses.
■ If the fault occurs repeatedly, call customer services.
■ End of program reached. Energy-saving mode is activated
There is detergent resi-
due on the laundry.
■ Some phosphate-free detergents contain water-insoluble residue.
■ Select the program ' Rinse or brush the laundry after washing.
If you cannot rectify a fault yourself (after switching the machine off and on again) or a repair is required:
■ Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug.
■ Turn off the tap and call customer services. ~ Page 38
Faults Cause/Remedy
Page: 38
en After-sales service
38
4 After-sales service
After-salesservice If you cannot correct the fault yourself
~ "Faults and what to do about them"
on page 33 please contact our after-
sales service. ~ Back page
We will always find an appropriate
solution in order to avoid unnecessary
visits by engineers.
Please give the after-sales service the
product number (E no.) and the
production number (FD) of the
appliance.
You can find this information:
■ on the inside of the washing
machine door*
■ in the opened service flap*
■ on the rear of the appliance*
*depending on the model
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.
J Technical data
TechnicaldataDimensions:
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 1900-2300 W
Water pressure:
100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar)
Product number Production number
(1U )'
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Aqua-Stop warranty en
39
r Aqua-Stop warranty
Aqua-StopwarrantyOnly for appliances with Aqua-Stop
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:
1. If water damage is caused due to a
fault in our Aqua-Stop system, we
will compensate domestic
customers for the damage caused.
2. The liability guarantee is valid for the
service life of the appliance.
3. It is a prerequisite of all warranty
claims that the appliance with Aqua-
Stop must have been installed and
connected correctly in accordance
with our instructions; this also
includes a correctly fitted Aqua-Stop
extension (genuine accessories).
Our warranty does not cover
defective feed lines or fittings
leading to the Aqua-Stop connection
at the tap.
4. 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.
Page: 40
Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH
Carl-Wery-Straße 34
81739 München, GERMANY
*9001204250*
9001204250 (9607)
You can find the contact information for all countries in the attached after-sales
service directory.
7 Advice and repair order in the event of faults
GB 0344 892 8979 (Calls charged at local or mobile rate.)
IE 01450 2655 (0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute.)
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