Your washing machine
Intended use
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.
Further information: www.bosch-home.com
.
– 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
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children or persons not familiar with the
Calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence per
operating instructions.
minute. A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply.
– Keep pets away from the washing machine.
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Environmentally friendly waste disposal
All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with
environmental guidelines.
Read these instructions and the separate
This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive
installation instructions before operating the
2002/96/EEC on waste electrical and electronic equipment
washing machine.
(WEEE).
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and
reuse of used appliances.
Contents
Page
Intended use .......................................................................................1
Programmes ........................................................................................1
Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3
Programmes
Washing ...........................................................................................3/4
Detailed overview of programmes
page 7.
After washing ......................................................................................4
Spin speed can be selected individually, irrespective of the
Individual settings ..........................................................................5/6
selected programme and programme progress.
Important information ....................................................................... 6
Overview of programmes ................................................................7
Cottons
Hard-wearing fabrics
Safety instructions .............................................................................8
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Prewash
Hard-wearing fabrics, pre-wash at
Consumption values .........................................................................8
30 °C
Care .....................................................................................................9
Mixed Load
Different types of laundry
Information on the display panel ....................................................9
Maintenance .................................................................................... 10
SuperQuick 15'
Short programme
What to do if... .................................................................................. 11
Rinse/
Spin
Laundry washed by hand,
Aqua Plus button activated; if only
using the spin cycle, deactivate the
button
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
Drain
Drain rinsing water for Rinse Hold
(without final spin)
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of
laundry for the relevant programme.
/ Wool
Hand/machine-washable wool
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a pre-wash.
Delicate/Silk
Delicate washable fabrics
– Instead of
Cottons 90 °C, choose the programme
Cottons 60 °C with the additional function
EcoPerfect.
Easy-Care
Easy-care fabrics
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
speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
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Preparation
Before washing for the first time
Wash once without any laundry
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.
Checking the machine
According to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load
– Never use a damaged machine.
Observe the important information
– Inform customer service.
Insert large and small items of laundry.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap items of laundry
Connecting 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.
Measure accordingly:
Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply
Turning the tap on
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
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
softener, bleach, stain remover
This prevents blockages.
: Fabric softener, starch
Compartment
Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wash
Setting** and adjusting programmes
(*depending on the model)
**If the
symbol flashes in the
display panel, the childproof lock
Additional
Spin
Display panel/
Start/
Programme selector
is active
deactivate, page 5.
speed*
Options button
functions
Reload
Additional functions, the options
button and spin speeds
Individual settings, page 5.
All buttons are sensitive and need
only to be touched lightly. Press
and hold the options and spin
speed buttons to run through the
setting options automatically.
Start/Reload
Programme selector for
switching the machine on
and off and for selecting
Programme sequence displays:
the programme. Can be
turned in either direction.
Childproof lock, washing, rinsing, spinning
1 - 24h
Programme end after
Ready in
2
Washing
Removing the washing
page 9.
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If Rinse Hold (without final spin) is active: Turn the
programme selector to
Drain or select the spin speed.
Press
Start/Reload.
– Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.
Detergent drawer with
page 7.
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent
compartments I, II,
drawer open so that any residual water can
page 6.
evaporate.
Drum
Turning the tap off
Control panel
Not required for Aqua-Stop models
instructions.
Washing machine
door
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
End of programme when ...
1
...
Start/Reload flashes and -0- appears on the display
panel.
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing: Select
Rinse/
3
– Press
Start/Reload.
Programmes at lower temperatures:
–
Rinse/
Spin (deactivate
select
Drain.
– Press
Start/Reload.
Service flap
2
Changing the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
– Press
Start/Reload. The new programme starts from
the beginning.
Washing
Reloading laundry, if ...
...
Start/Reload selected and then YES is lit in the
display panel. If NO is lit, the washing machine door
cannot be opened.
– Press
Start/Reload.
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Individual settings
Ready in options button
When you select the programme, the relevant programme duration is displayed. You can
delay the start of the programme before it begins. The Ready in- time can be set in
increments of one hour up to a maximum of 24 hours. Press the
Ready in button
repeatedly until the required number of hours is displayed (h = hour). Choose
Start/
Reload. It is not possible to make adjustments once the programme has started.
Spin / without final spin
Before and while the selected programme is running, you can set the spin speed or Rinse
Hold (without final spin, laundry soaks in the last rinsing water, display panel - - -). The effects
depend on the programme progress. The maximum selectable spin speed depends on the
Refer to installation
model and on which programme is currently selected.
Additional functions
and overview of programmes, see page 7
SpeedPerfect
For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to
that of the standard programme. Maximum load
Overview of
programmes, page 7.
EcoPerfect
For saving energy with a washing performance 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 enhancing the spin
result.
Childproof lock and reloading
You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have
Childproof lock/
set from being changed inadvertently.
Appliance lock
ON /OFF: Press and hold the
Start/Reload button for approx. 5
seconds after the start/end of the programme.
Note: The childproof lock can remain activated until you wish to start
the next programme, even after switching off the machine.
Then you can deactivate the childproof lock before the start of the
programme and activate it again as necessary once the programme
Spin .
has started.
YES
If you want to add additional items of laundry after the programme has
started, choose
Start/Reload. The machine checks whether
Reload
Aqua Plus button) or
reloading is possible.
YES is lit: Reloading is possible.
NO flashes: wait until YES lights up.
Note: do not open the door until YES is lit.
NO: It is not possible to reload.
Note: For safety reasons, the washing machine door remains locked
when the water level and/or temperature is high, or during spinning.
To continue the programme, press the
Start/Reload.
Start/Reload
To start the programme or to subsequently load additional laundry, and to activate/deactivate
the childproof lock.
page 5
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Individual settings
Signal
1400
1. Activating the mode
1200
for setting the signal
800
600
volume
Rinse Hold
+
•
press and hold
Set to
1 step, the
1 step, release
display panel
lights up
Button signals
Information signals
2. Setting the volume
for ...
direct
* you may need to select
Setting the
Set to
•
1 step
Setting the
the function several times.
volume*
volume*
Important information
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– When determining the dosage of all washing powders, additives and cleaning agents, you
must follow the manufacturer's instructions.
– 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 pre-wash. If required, choose the additional function
SpeedPerfect.
Pre-treat any stains as necessary.
intense
Do not load as much laundry.
Choose a programme with pre-wash.
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 press
Start/Reload.
After approx. 10 minutes, press
Start/Reload to pause the programme. Once the required
soaking time has elapsed, press
Start/Reload again to continue the programme, or select
a different programme.
Starching
Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener
Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour the starch in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions into fabric softener compartment
(rinse first
if necessary).
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 for
bleaching clothes!
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