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Safety instructions

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Warning!  

Danger of death from electric shock!

Danger of death if live parts are touched.
– Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord.
– Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only.

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Warning!  

Risk to children!

– Do not leave children unsupervised near the washing machine.
– Children must not play with the washing machine.
– This will prevent children from locking themselves in and 

suffocating.
On redundant appliances: 
– Pull out the mains plug!
– Sever the power cord and discard together with the plug.
– Destroy the lock on the washing-machine door.

– Children must not perform any cleaning or maintenance work 

without supervision.

– When playing, children may become entangled in the 

packaging/film and packaging parts or pull them over their 
heads and suffocate. 
Keep packaging, plastic film and packaging parts out of the reach 
of children.

– When washing at high temperatures, the glass of the washing 

machine door becomes hot. 
Prevent children from touching the hot washing machine door.

– Detergents and care products may cause intoxication if 

consumed or eye and skin irritation if touched. 
Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children.

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Warning!  

Risk of explosion!

Items of washing pretreated with solvent detergents, e.g. stain 
remover/petroleum ether, may cause an explosion when the 
washing machine has been loaded.
Before hand thoroughly rinse items of washing by hand.

Summary of Contents for WAY32891GC

Page 1: ...en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions Washing machine WAY32891GC ...

Page 2: ... Further information on our products accessories spare parts and services can be found at www bosch home com or contact our customer service centres If the instructions for use and assembly describe various models reference is made to the differences at the appropriate places Explanation of the symbols ã Warning This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a potentially dangerous situation...

Page 3: ... Ø Automatic stain treatment 31 Ø Intelligent Dosing System 32 Ø Consumption values 37 Ø Appliance settings 38 Ø Sensors Your washing machine is so intelligent 39 Cleaning and maintenance Ø Care and maintenance 40 Ø Emergency lock release e g if power failure occurs 46 Ø Information on the display panel 47 Ø Faults what to do 48 Ø Customer service 50 Installing the appliance Ø Standard accessories...

Page 4: ...gents cleaning aids cleaning products and cleaning agents always follow the manufacturer s instructions Ø The washing machine may be operated by children from 8 years of age by persons who have limited physical sensory or mental abilities and by persons who have inadequate experience or knowledge provided they are supervised or have been instructed by a responsible person Ø Keep pets away from the...

Page 5: ...any cleaning or maintenance work without supervision When playing children may become entangled in the packaging film and packaging parts or pull them over their heads and suffocate Keep packaging plastic film and packaging parts out of the reach of children When washing at high temperatures the glass of the washing machine door becomes hot Prevent children from touching the hot washing machine do...

Page 6: ... into gripping the rotating drum If you reach into the rotating drum you may injure your hands Do not grip the rotating drum Wait until the drum stops rotating ã Caution Risk of coming into contact with liquid detergents care products If the detergent drawer is opened while the washing machine is running detergent care product may spray out Caution when opening the detergent drawer In case of eye ...

Page 7: ...ramme is running Ø Automatic switch off If the appliance is not operated for a prolonged period it automatically switches off before the programme starts and when the programme has ended to save energy Switch on by pressing main switch button Ø If the washing is then dried in the tumble dryer select spin speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer Dispose of packaging in an envir...

Page 8: ...aundry max 9kg Sort the washing Insert the washing Do not exceed maximum load 3 Close the washing machine door If required change programme settings of the selected programme and select programme settings options Select Start Reload A FODFN 4 v Finished remove washing End of the programme For switching the machine on press the button Turn off the mains supply for models without Aqua Stop ...

Page 9: ...9 Getting to know your appliance 2SHUDWLQJ HOHPHQWV LVSOD HOHPHQWV UXP OLJKW GHSHQGLQJ RQ PRGHO RRU 6HUYLFH IODS HWHUJHQW GUDZHU 2SHQLQJ DQG FORVLQJ WKH GRRU 6HUYLFH IODS FODFN ...

Page 10: ...r or two liquid detergents Depending on the selected programme and settings the optimum amounts of detergent softener are dosed via the i DOS containers At the factory the dosage has been preset for i DOS w detergent for lightly soiled washing and i DOS i w softener for normally soft washing Overview of the i DOS settings starting on Page 22 7 8 0 9 9 Dispenser w for intelligent dosage liquid dete...

Page 11: ... button Page 16 Page 28 n i DOS w button Dosage Page 17 Page 29 o i DOS i w button Dosage Page 17 Page 29 p Temperature s Spin Speed B Finished in 3 buttons Page 16 Page 28 q Hold down basic settings 3 sec buttons for appliance settings end signal button signal language autom switch off i DOS settings for approx 3 seconds Overview of all settings Page 38 h Display panel for settings and informatio...

Page 12: ...ructions Keep detergents and agents for the pretreatment of washing e g stain remover prewash sprays away from the surfaces of the washing machine Using a damp cloth immediately remove any fine spray residue and other residue droplets Empty pockets Remove metal parts paper clips etc Wash delicates in the net bag tights underwired bras Close zips button up covers Brush sand out of pockets and colla...

Page 13: ...oad display may malfunction Page 39 3 Press the button The appliance is switched on The Bosch logo is indicated on the display panel and all programme indicator lamps are lit Then always the Cottons programme preset at the factory is displayed Displays for the Cottons programme The indicator lamp is lit on the programme selector and the main menu for the selected programme is indicated on the disp...

Page 14: ...ge 22 or select other programmes see Additional Programs and choose one programme as follows e g Towels Select programme using the buttons under the arrows The selection is acknowledged by a tick Wait or back by pressing Main menu button selected programme is indicated on the display panel To change the programme select button under the black highlighted programme and change programme 5 Insert lau...

Page 15: ...ceeded the bar flashes Do not exceed indicated max load Overfilling reduces the washing result and encourages creasing 4 Changing the settings of the selected programme Take care not to trap any items of clothing between the loading door and rubber seal Close the door The main menu for the selected programme is indicated again on the display panel You can use the displayed presettings or adjust th...

Page 16: ... special hygiene requirements the Allergy Plus programme is recommended Page 24 Ø SpeedPerfect For a shorter wash time with a comparable washing effect to the standard programme Observe maximum load Refer to Page 22 When selected the display lamp is lit Ø Options Overview of all options Page 30 Select Options and e g Z Water Plus buttons Select option by pressing the two buttons displayed on the l...

Page 17: ...osing a liquid detergent Selecting i DOS w and changing dosage strength normal for normally soiled washing Do not manually dose additional detergent into detergent drawer u v if intelligent dosage for detergent has been activated prevents overdosage and foaming 6 Starting the programme Ø Select Start Reload A The indicator light is on 60 C 1600B 2 31h i w ª normal i DOS i w dosage ª strong  off Ö...

Page 18: ... Page 39 Ø Prewash wash rinse spin drain are displayed during the wash cycle Ø Rinsing with aqua sensor Page 39 Ø Extra rinse foam Ø Other displays Page 47 During washing Ø Childlock To prevent the set functions of the washing machine from being accidentally changed the childproof lock can be activated Activate deactivate press Finished in 3 for approx 5 seconds Display panel goes back to the Main...

Page 19: ...play is not active during relosding Do not leave washing machine door open for a prolonged period water could run out of the washing Ø Changing the programme if you have mistakenly started a wrong programme 1 Select Start Reload A 2 Select another programme 3 Select Start Reload A The new programme starts from the beginning Ø Cancelling the programme For programmes at high temperature 1 Select Sta...

Page 20: ...am has been detected is also indicated on the display panel the washing machine has detected too much foam during the wash programme and therefore automatically activates additional rinse cycles to eliminate the foam Dose less detergent in the next wash cycle with the same load Reduce basic dosage Page 34 Rinse hold reached Select spin or drain and then start Spin Drain Ö Ö Ä Finished remove washi...

Page 21: ...rgent drawer and door open so that residual water can evaporate Before switching the machine off Always remove the washing Otherwise the load display may malfunction Always wait until the programme ends as the appliance could still be locked Then switch the appliance on and wait for the unlocking device 2 Press the button Appliance is switched off 3 Turn off the water tap Not required for Aqua Sto...

Page 22: ... in rpm possible automatic dosage of a softener and a detergent Ý can be selected deselected cannot be selected Cottons Hard wearing textiles heat resistant textiles made of cotton or linen reduced load for SpeedPerfect option max 9 kg 5 kg cold 60 90 C 0 1600 rpm G x T p Ï Z Á at p 0 800 rpm detergent Ý softener Ý Easy Care Textiles made of synthetic materials or blended fabrics max 4 kg cold 40 ...

Page 23: ...rpm Á detergent softener Ý Dark Wash Dark textiles made of cotton and dark easy care textiles Wash textiles inside out max 3 5 kg cold 30 40 C 0 800 1200 rpm G x T æ Ï Z Á at p 0 600 800 rpm detergent Ý softener Ý Sportswear Textiles made of microfibres for sport and leisure time The laundry must not be treated with fabric softener Before washing remove all fabric softener residue from detergent d...

Page 24: ...25 30 m light curtains Pre wash option has been preset Reduced rinse and final spin cycle For machine wash use detergent suitable for curtains max 3 5 kg cold 30 40 C 0 400 800 rpm G x T Ï Z Á detergent Ý softener Ý Automatic p Hard wearing textiles The degree of soiling and the type of washing are automatically detected and the washing sequence as well as intelligent dosage are optimally adjusted...

Page 25: ...Z detergent softener Towels Hard wearing heat resistant towels made of cotton Especially soft towels max 3 5 kg cold 60 90 C 0 1200 1600 rpm G x T p Ï Z Á at p 0 800 rpm detergent Ý softener Ý Rinse Extra rinse with spin 0 1200 1600 rpm p Ï Z Á at p 0 800 rpm detergent softener Ý Spin Extra spin with selectable spin speed 0 1200 1600 rpm p Á at p 0 800 rpm detergent softener Gentle Spin Extra spin...

Page 26: ...he rinsing water when Rinse Hold without final spin is activated detergent softener see Additional programs The presettings of the programmes are highlighted in bold Programme Type of washing Options Information ...

Page 27: ...ect Start Reload A Dyeing Discolouring Dye in household quantities only Salt may attack stainless steel Observe specifications of the dye manufacturer Do not discolour washing in the washing machine Soaking 1 Dose detergent with i DOS or pour into dispenser u v according to manufacturer s instructions 2 Set programme selector to Cottons 30 C and select Start Reload A 3 After approx 10 minutes sele...

Page 28: ...ed for as long as the arrows are displayed Maximum spin speed depends on the programme and model Spin Speed Finished in Delays the Finished in time end of programme Before the programme starts the end of the programme can be preselected in h steps up to maximum 24h When the programme has started the preselected time is displayed e g for 8h and counts down until the wash programme starts Then the p...

Page 29: ...ntly until the next change light slightly soft washing normal normally soft washing strong especially soft washing i DOS w light normal strong off To change the detergent dosage strength for the selected programme permanently until the next change light lightly soiled washing normal normally soiled washing strong heavily soiled or stained washing Buttons Notes ...

Page 30: ...washing slightly increased Rinse Plus ö 1 Rinse 2 Rinses ø 3 Rinses Additional rinse cycles depending on the programme prolonged programme duration Recommended application for particularly sensitive skin or and in areas with very soft water Water Plus on off Increased water level more gentle treatment of the washing Rinse Hold on off The washing remains in the water after the last rinse cycle End ...

Page 31: ...ecial sequence for each type of stain The result stains are treated optimally The treatment of two stains explained in the following example For the other stains we have developed comparable solutions in intensive studies Selectable treatment of stains blood Blood is first dissolved in cold water then the selected wash programme starts Ç egg Egg particles are removed by soaking in the lukewarm wat...

Page 32: ...g of a liquid detergent and a softener indicated by corresponding changeable inserts in the fill covers Ø Þ Color detergent pre installed Ø i Softener only i DOS M w pre installed Ø ß Standard universal detergent enclosed If required attach the enclosed programme selector label Filling dispenser 1 Open detergent drawer 2 Open fill cover 3 Pour detergent softener Fill dispenser maximum up to max ma...

Page 33: ...ay is lit if intelligent dosage is selected for the dispenser In the case of the combined container i w the indicator light is lit for the stored container content i for softener w for detergent Page 38 Display flashes if the fill level for the container is below the minimum when intelligent dosage has been selected Display flashes briefly when drawer has been inserted correctly Ø Selecting and de...

Page 34: ...detergents to the manufacturer s recommendation for normal soiling and to the particular water hardness For softeners to the manufacturer s recommendation for medium softness and to the particular water hardness This information can be found on the package label of the detergent softener or ask the manufacturer directly To determine the existing water hardness use a test strip or check with your w...

Page 35: ...tched from softener to detergent the basic dosage amount of detergent for this container is set to the factory setting 75 ml and the dosage for this detergent is set to off in all permitted programmes Then select the detergent dosage light normal or strong via the i DOS i w button on the display panel The i DOS w container is automatically deactivated if the detergent dosage is activated for the i...

Page 36: ...lay panel e g for Cottons Depending on the amount of washing in the washing machine a dosing recommendation is indicated on the display panel Soiling Water hardness Page 34 or ask your water supply company Manufacturer s instructions When dosing all detergents cleaning aids and cleaning agents always follow the manufacturer s instructions Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with ...

Page 37: ...s To test the test programmes wash indicated load size at maximum spin speed Programme Additonal func tion Load Annual energy consumption Annual water consumption Cottons 40 60 C EcoPerfect 9 4 5 kg 189 kWh 11300 l Programme setting for testing and energy labelling according to directive 2010 30 EU with cold water 15 C The values may deviate from the stated values depending on water pressure and h...

Page 38: ...after appliance is switched off Language end signal off  button signal Ö Ö Settings Set values Notes end signal off quiet medium loud very loud Adjust volume of the end signal button signal off quiet medium loud very loud Adjust volume of the button signals Auto power off of the appliance in 15 30 60 min never The appliance automatically switches off after min 0 kWh energy consumption to switch o...

Page 39: ...is indicated by a progressing bar on the display panel To ensure that the load sensor measures all the laundry the drum must be empty before the washing machine is switched on Dosing recommendation The dosing recommendation indicates a recommended detergent dosage as a depending on the selected programme and the detected load The indicated refers to the recommendation of the detergent manufacturer...

Page 40: ...eaning agents e g petroleum ether are used on the washing machine the surfaces may be damaged Do not use solvent based cleaning agents Machine housing Control panel Ø Remove detergent residue immediately Ø Wipe with a soft damp cloth Ø Do not clean the appliance with a water jet Drum Use chlorine free cleaning agent not steel wool If there is an odour in the washing machine run Cottons 90 C progra...

Page 41: ...er handle bottom middle gently towards yourself and simultaneously pull up released drawer handle B 3 To drain the the dispensers carefully remove the respective sealing plug and drain the contents into a suitable receptacle 4 Reinsert sealing plug all the way Ø Cleaning dispensers detergent drawer To clean the drained dispensers the detergent drawer can be completely removed 1 Drain dispensers be...

Page 42: ...an the cover in the dishwasher and do not immerse in water Protect rear drawer plug from moisture detergent or softener residue if required clean outer surfaces with a soft damp cloth Dry before re inserting 5 Clean tray and cover with soft damp cloth or hand shower Clean inner surface also with a soft damp cloth 6 Dry tray and cover and re assemble 7 Push on drawer handle from above until it lock...

Page 43: ...Switch off the device Pull out the mains plug 2 Open service flap 3 Remove service flap 4 Take the drainage hose out of the holder Remove the sealing cap drain water into a suitable receptacle Press on sealing cap and insert drainage hose into the holder Note Residual water may run out 5 Carefully unscrew the pump cover Clean the interior pump cover thread and pump housing fan impeller in the dete...

Page 44: ...ip carefully remove drainage hose 3 Clean drainage hose and siphon spigot 4 Re attach drainage hose and secure connection point with hose clip Filter blocked in water inlet hose First release water pressure in the supply hose 1 Turn off the tap 2 Select any programme except Spin Drain 3 Select Start Reload A Leave programme for approx 40 seconds 4 Press the button Appliance is switched off Pull ou...

Page 45: ...45 Remove hose from the rear of the appliance Take out filter with pliers and clean 6 Connect the hose and check for leaks ...

Page 46: ...ing If required leave to cool down ã Caution Danger when reaching into gripping the rotating drum If you reach into the rotating drum you may injure your hands Do not grip the rotating drum Wait until the drum stops rotating ã Caution Water damage possible Leaking water may cause damage Do not open the door if you can still see water through the glass 1 Switch off the appliance Pull out the mains ...

Page 47: ... Clean the filter Page 44 Please clean pump Drain pump blocked Clean the drain pump The water drainage pipe drain hose is blocked Clean the drainage hose on the siphon Page 44 Pause Reload is not possible Water level or temperature is too high Select Start Reload A to continue the programme Door cannot be unlocked Water level or temperature is too high Water level or temperature is too high Select...

Page 48: ...ive Stop programme Rinse Hold without final spin selected Can be opened via emergency release only Page 46 Programme does not start Start Reload A or 3 Finished in time selected Door closed Childlock active Deactivate Detergent solution is not drained Rinse Hold without final spin selected Clean the drain pump Clean outlet pipe and or drainage hose Water not visible in the drum Not a fault water b...

Page 49: ...ndicator lights do not function while the appliance is running Power failure Fuse tripped Switch on replace fuse If the fault occurs repeatedly call customer service Page 50 The programme takes longer than usual Not a fault unbalanced load detection system adjusts imbalance by repeatedly distributing the washing Not a fault foam detection system active several rinse cycles are switched on Detergen...

Page 50: ...stomer service the product number E Nr and the production number FD of the appliance Rely on the competence of the manufacturer Contact us You can therefore be sure that the repair is carried out by trained service technicians who carry original spare parts These instructions can be found on inside of washing machine door open service flap and rear of the appliance depending on model Product numbe...

Page 51: ...ting the water Page 60 Useful tools Ø Spirit level for alignment Ø Socket wrench size 13 for loosening the transportation protection devices Page 56 and size 17 for aligning the appliance feet Page 61 GHSHQGLQJ RQ PRGHO TXD 6WRS 6WDQGDUG TXD 6HFXUH 0DLQV FDEOH DWHU RXWOHW DWHU LQOHW OERZ IRU VHFXULQJ WKH ZDWHU RXWOHW KRVH 6SDQQHU QVWUXFWLRQ PDQXDO DQG QVWDOODWLRQ LQVWUXFWLRQV RYHUV ZLWK KRVH FOLS ...

Page 52: ...CZ11350 Z7070X0 Ø Longer supply hose approx 2 20 m for standard model Technical specifications a FP a FP a FP a FP a FP a FP a FP a FP PD FP RQQHFWLRQ RQ OHIW VLGH RU RQQHFWLRQ RQ ULJKW VLGH GHSHQGLQJ RQ PRGHO Dimensions width x depth x height 60 x 59 x 85 cm Weight depending on modell 63 83 kg Mains connection Nominal voltage 220 240 V 50 Hz Nominal current 10 A Nominal power 2300 W Water pressur...

Page 53: ...here is a risk of tripping and injury Lay hoses and cables in such a way that there is no risk of stumbling ã Caution Washing machine may be damaged Frozen hoses may tear burst Do not install the washing machine in an area where there is a risk of frost or outdoors If the washing machine is raised by protruding components e g washing machine door the components may break off and the washing machin...

Page 54: ... burst Do not install the washing machine in an area where there is a risk of frost or outdoors If the washing machine is raised by protruding components e g washing machine door the components may break off and the washing machine may be damaged Do not lift the washing machine by its projecting parts In addition to the safety information listed here the local water and electricity supplier may ha...

Page 55: ...9756 CZ 110600 Z 7080X0 If installing on a wooden joist ceiling If possible install the washing machine in a corner Screw a water resistant wooden panel min 30 mm thick to the floor Appliance installed under between kitchen units ã Warning Danger of death from electric shock Danger of death if live parts are touched The appliance cover plate must not be removed 60 cm cavity width required Install ...

Page 56: ...iance for the first time remove the 4 transportation protection devices completely and keep in a safe place ã Caution Washing machine may be damaged To prevent damage in transit when transporting the washing machine subsequently always re install the transit bolts prior to transportation Keep screw and sleeve screwed together 1 Take the hoses out of the holders 2 Take hoses out of the elbow and re...

Page 57: ...transportation lock screws 4 Take the power cord out of the holders Remove sleeves 5 Prepare separate cover 6 Insert covers Lock covers firmly by pressing on the locking hook 7 Insert hose holder 8 Secure hoses in the hose holders ...

Page 58: ...list outlet not a used one If in doubt have the appliance connected by a technician Water inlet hose Water inlet hose do not kink crush modify or sever strength is no longer guaranteed Optimum water pressure in the mains 100 1000 kPa 1 10 bar Ø When the tap is turned on the water flow is at least 8 l min Ø If the water pressure is higher install a pressure reducing valve 1 Connect the water supply...

Page 59: ...ossible If the attached drainage hose slips out of the washbasin due to high water pressure when draining the washing machine leaking water may cause damage Secure the drainage hose to prevent it from slipping out of the sink ã Caution The appliance may be damaged If the end of the drainage hose is immersed in the drained water water may be drawn back into the appliance The plug must not be in the...

Page 60: ...y cause damage Connection point must be secured with hose clip Ø 24 40 mm specialist outlet Connecting Drainage into a plastic pipe with rubber sleeve or into a gully ã Warning Water damage possible If the drainage hose slips off the plastic pipe due to high water pressure when draining the washing machine leaking water may cause damage Secure the drainage hose to prevent it from slipping out of t...

Page 61: ...e height by rotating the foot All four feet must be firmly on the floor The washing machine must not wobble 3 Tighten the lock nut against the housing Grip the foot and do not adjust the height The lock nuts on all four appliance feet must be screwed tightly against the housing Loud noise formation intense vibrations and wandering may be due to incorrect alignment ...

Page 62: ... machine appliance rating plate must match Connected load as well as required fuse are indicated on the appliance rating plate Ensure that Mains plug and socket match fit Cable cross section is adequate Earthing system has been installed correctly A damaged power cord may be replaced by an electrician only A replacement mains cable can be obtained from customer service Do not use multiple plugs co...

Page 63: ...er switch on a damaged machine Inform your customer service Page 50 2 Fill dispensers w M w Page 32 3 Remove protective film from the fascia 4 Insert mains plug 5 Turn the tap on 6 Switch on the appliance 7 Close the washing machine door Do not load any washing 8 To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the outlet during the first wash Pour 1 litre of water into dispenser u v and start the Dr...

Page 64: ...pply 5 Remove the hoses 6 Drain dispensers Page 41 Installing transportation protection devices 1 Remove covers and keep in a safe place If required use a screwdriver 2 Insert all 4 sleeves Clamp mains cable on the holders Insert and tighten the bolts Before switching on the appliance Always remove the transportation protection devices Page 56 To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the outl...

Page 65: ...ing Control panel 40 Changing the programme 19 Childlock 18 28 Cleaning Detergent drawer 41 the filter 44 the siphon 44 Connecting the water 58 Water drainage 59 Water supply 58 Consumption values 37 Customer service 50 D Descaling 40 Detergent drawer 10 Discolouring 27 Display panel 11 Dosing recommendation 39 Drain pump blocked 43 Drum light 14 Dyeing 27 E EcoPerfect 11 16 28 Electrical connecti...

Page 66: ...dosage 36 O Old appliance 7 Option Less Ironing 30 Pre wash 30 Rinse Hold 30 Rinse Plus 30 Silent Wash 30 Stains 30 Water Plus 30 Options 11 16 28 P Packaging 7 Pre wash 30 Programme overview 22 Programme selector 11 Programme sequence steps 18 Programme setting 15 16 Programme settings 28 Protection of the environment 7 Q Quick reference instructions 8 R Removing the washing 21 Rinse Hold 20 30 R...

Page 67: ...67 T Technical specifications 52 Temperature 11 15 28 Topping up the washing 19 Transport bolts 56 U Unbalanced load detection system 39 W Water Plus 30 ...

Page 68: ...der the warranty if the appliance and Aqua Stop have been correctly installed and connected according to our instructions this also includes a correctly installed Aqua Stop extension original accessory 4 Our guarantee does not apply to defective cables hoses or to fittings up to the connection on the tap 5 Appliances which feature Aqua Stop can be left unattended during operation and it is not nec...

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