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Detergents and care products

13 Detergents and care

products

Notes

You can find further information in
the digital instruction manual by
scanning the QR code in the table
of contents or on www.bosch-
home.com.

Observe the information on safety
→

Page 4

and preventing material

damage →

Page 11

The manufacturer's instructions for
use and dosage can be found on the
packaging.

Notes

Only use liquid detergents that are
self-flowing

Do not mix different liquid deter-
gents

Do not mix detergent and fabric
softener

Do not use products that have ex-
pired or are highly congealed

Use dyes sparingly as salt may
damage stainless steel

Do not use bleaching agents in the
appliance

operation

14 Basic operation

operation

Note:

You can find further information

in the digital instruction manual by
scanning the QR code in the table of
contents or on www.bosch-
home.com.

14.1 Switching on the appli-

ance

Requirement:

The appliance has

been correctly installed and connec-
ted.
→

"Installation and connection",

Page 13

▶

Press ⁠ .
The switch-on process takes a few
seconds.

Note:

The lighting for the drum goes

out automatically.

14.2 Setting a programme

Turn the programme selector and
set the required programme.
→

"Programmes", Page 27

If required, adjust the programme
settings.
→

"Adjusting the programme set-

tings", Page 32

14.3 Adjusting the pro-

gramme settings

Requirement:

A programme is set.

→

"Setting a programme", Page 32

▶

Adjust the programme settings.
→

"Buttons", Page 23

Observe the information about op-
erating logic →

Page 19

Note:

The programme settings are

not saved permanently for the pro-
gramme.

14.4 Saving the programme

settings

You can save your individual pro-
gramme settings as favourites.

Requirements

A programme is set.
→

"Setting a programme",

Page 32

The programme settings have
been adjusted.
→

"Adjusting the programme set-

tings", Page 32

▶

Press and hold ⁠ for approx. 3
seconds.

Summary of Contents for WDU8H542SN

Page 1: ...Register your new device on MyBosch now and get free benefits bosch home com welcome Washer dryer WDU8H542SN en User manual and installation instructions ...

Page 2: ...to the electricity supply 17 5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance 18 5 1 Appliance 18 5 2 Detergent drawer 18 5 3 Control panel 19 5 4 Operating logic 19 6 Before using for the first time 20 6 1 Starting an empty washing cycle 20 7 Display 21 8 Buttons 23 9 Dryness level 26 9 1 Changing the dryness level 26 10 Programmes 27 11 Accessories 31 12 Laundry 31 12 1 Preparing the laundry 31 13 D...

Page 3: ...i Fi on the appliance 38 16 6 Resetting the appliance network settings 38 16 7 Remote start 38 16 8 Data protection 39 17 Basic settings 40 17 1 Overview of the basic set tings 40 17 2 Changing the basic set tings 41 18 Cleaning and servicing 41 18 1 Cleaning the drum 41 18 2 Cleaning the detergent drawer 41 18 3 Cleaning the drain pump 42 19 Troubleshooting 45 19 1 Emergency release 55 20 Transpo...

Page 4: ... and freshening up fabrics that are washed with water and suitable for dryers In private households and in enclosed spaces in a domestic en vironment Up to an altitude of max 4000 m above sea level 1 3 Restriction on user group This appliance may be used by children aged 8 or over and by people who have reduced physical sensory or mental abilities or inadequate experience and or knowledge provided...

Page 5: ... Never connect the appliance to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the energy supplier When the appliance is installed the mains plug of the power cord must be freely accessible If free access is not possible an all pole isolating switch must be installed in the permanent elec trical installation according to the installation regulations When installing the appliance check that the...

Page 6: ...he appliance using the appliance feet and a spirit level If hoses and power cords have been laid incorrectly this causes a tripping hazard Lay hoses and power cords in such a way that there is no risk of tripping If the appliance is moved by holding onto protruding components such as the appliance door the parts may break off Do not move the appliance by holding onto protruding parts CAUTION Risk ...

Page 7: ... obstruct the appliance door or prevent it from opening With redundant appliances unplug the power cord Then cut through the cord and damage the lock on the appliance door beyond repair so that the appliance door will no longer close WARNING Risk of suffocation Children may breathe in or swallow small parts causing them to suffocate Keep small parts away from children Do not let children play with...

Page 8: ...ndry that has been pretreated with cleaning agents that con tain solvents may cause an explosion in the appliance Rinse pretreated laundry thoroughly with water before washing WARNING Risk of fire If drying is interrupted early the laundry is not cooled sufficiently and may ignite Do not interrupt the drying programme early If drying is interrupted early remove the laundry immediately and spread i...

Page 9: ... the safety instructions when cleaning and performing maintenance work on the appliance WARNING Risk of electric shock Incorrect repairs are dangerous Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance If the power cord of this appliance is damaged it must be re placed by the manufacturer the manufacturer s Cust...

Page 10: ...en Safety 10 WARNING Risk of poisoning Poisonous fumes may be given off if you use cleaning agents that contain solvents Do not use cleaning agents that contain solvents ...

Page 11: ...ithout any additional connecting elements such as adapters exten sions valves or similar Make sure that the valve housing for the water inlet hose does not come into contact with its sur roundings and is not subjected to any external forces Ensure that the inner diameter of the water tap is at least 17 mm Make sure that the length of the thread on the connection to the water tap is at least 10 mm ...

Page 12: ...fi cient Observe the dosage recom mendation from the detergent manufacturer Reduce the washing temperature for lightly and normally soiled laundry a At lower temperatures the appli ance consumes less energy For light to normal soiling lower tem peratures than indicated on the care label are also sufficient Set the maximum spin speed if you want to dry the laundry in the appli ance afterwards a The...

Page 13: ...rate the appliance with incomplete or defective accessor ies Replace the accessories in ques tion before operating the appli ance Accessories Page 31 Note The appliance has been tested at the factory to check it is in working order As a result water stains may remain in the appliance These marks will disappear after the first wash cycle The delivery consists of the following Washer dryer Accompany...

Page 14: ...s of 30 mm which is screwed tightly to the floor Kitchen unit Only install the appliance under neath a continu ous worktop that is securely con nected to adja cent cabinets Required niche width 60 cm Against a wall Do not trap the hoses and power cord between the wall and the ap pliance 4 4 Removing the transit bolts The appliance is secured for trans portation using transit bolts on the rear of t...

Page 15: ...inlet hose WARNING Risk of electric shock The appliance contains live parts Touching live parts is dangerous Do not immerse the electrical AquaStop valve in water 1 Connect the water inlet hose to a tap 26 4 mm 3 4 2 Open the water tap carefully and check that the connection points are tight Water outlet connection types This information is intended to help you to connect this appliance to the wat...

Page 16: ... 24 40 mm hose clamp Sink Fix and secure the water outlet hose with an el bow Page 31 Plastic pipe with rubber sleeve Fix and secure the water outlet hose with an el bow Page 31 4 6 Aligning the appliance In order to reduce noise and vibra tion and to prevent the appliance from moving align the appliance cor rectly 1 Loosen the lock nuts using a WAF 17 wrench by turning it in a clock wise directio...

Page 17: ...lectricity supply Note Your electrical domestic install ation for this appliance must comply with the local legal provisions and safety regulations and should in clude a residual current circuit breaker 1 Insert the mains plug of the appli ance s power cable in a socket nearby The connection details of the appli ance can be found under Tech nical data Page 58 2 Check the mains plug is inserted pro...

Page 18: ... the colour and shape may differ from those pictured 1 Maintenance flap for the drain pump Page 42 2 Door 3 Detergent drawer Page 18 4 Control panel Page 19 5 Water outlet hose Page 15 6 Power cord Page 17 7 Transit bolts Page 14 8 Water inlet hose Page 15 5 2 Detergent drawer Note Observe the manufacturer s in structions on the use and dosage of the detergent and care product and the information ...

Page 19: ...tergent for prewash 5 3 Control panel You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status 3 1 1 2 1 Programmes Page 27 2 Programme selector Page 32 3 Buttons and display 5 4 Operating logic Some areas of the display respond to touch You can activate settings by pressing the buttons The activated settings are highlighted br...

Page 20: ...e any residual water run the first wash cycle without any laundry 1 Press The switch on process takes a few seconds 2 Set the Trumrengöring pro gramme 3 Close the door 4 Pull out the detergent drawer 5 Pour washing powder into com partment II To prevent foaming use only half of the amount of detergent recom mended by the detergent manufac turer for light soiling Do not use detergent suitable for w...

Page 21: ...a tion or programme time remaining 8h 1 Ready in time Buttons Page 23 6 0 kg 1 Recommended load The maximum load capacity for the selec ted programme in kg Pretreatment Programme status Wash Programme status Rinse Programme status Spin Programme status End End of pro gramme Programme status Drying Programme status Anti crease Programme status 1 2 3 Additional rinse Additional rinse cycles are acti...

Page 22: ...Home Connect Page 36 Energy manager The appliance is connected to the smart energy system energy manager Foam detection system The appliance has detected too much foam Door Lights up The door is locked and can not be opened Off The door is unlocked and can be opened Tap No water pressure The water pressure is too low E 35 10 1 Error Error code error display signal 1 Example ...

Page 23: ...er of hours Once the programme has started the programme duration is displayed Note Use the buttons to set the set ting values Multiple selection Basic settings Page 40 Speed Activate Deactivate Activate or deactivate a shorter pro gramme duration Note Energy consumption increases The washing result is not affected by this Prewash Activate Deactivate Activate or deactivate prewash e g for washing ...

Page 24: ...sh e g for washing during the night The audible signal at the end of pro gramme is deactivated and the final spin speed is reduced Hygienic care Activate Deactivate Activate or deactivate gentle pretreat ment of dry laundry with hot air up to 65 C for increased hygiene de mands After the fabrics have been pretreated with hot air they are washed at low temperatures Note The drum lighting remains ac...

Page 25: ...n Selection Description Cupboard Dry Activate Deactivate The dryness level defines how damp or dry the laundry is after the pro gramme ends Remote start Activate Deactivate Open the Home Connect menu Remote start Page 38 ...

Page 26: ... layered laundry The laundry is dry Normal single layered laundry The laundry is still a little damp after drying To prevent creasing iron the laun dry immediately after drying or hang up the laundry while it is still damp 9 1 Changing the dryness level For some programmes you can change the dryness level so that your laundry will be drier or more damp 1 Set a washing and drying pro gramme or a dr...

Page 27: ... 40 C up to 60 C as per the care symbol can be washed together The washing performance corresponds to the best possible washing performance class ac cording to the legal requirements For this programme the washing temperature is automatically adjusted depending on the load size in order to achieve the best pos sible energy efficiency with the best possible washing result You cannot change the wash...

Page 28: ... or clips in a mesh laundry bag Programme setting Max 40 C Max 800 rpm 2 0 2 Ylle Handtvätt Wool Hand or machine washable items that are made from wool or contain wool To prevent the laundry from shrinking the drum moves the items very gently with long pauses Use a detergent that is suitable for wool Programme setting Max 40 C Max 800 rpm 2 0 1 0 Sköljning Rinse Rinse and then spin the laundry and...

Page 29: ...t programme to wash heavily soiled laundry Programme setting Max 40 C Max 800 rpm 2 0 2 0 Trum rengöring Drum Clean Cleaning and caring for the drum Use this programme in the following cases Before using the appliance for the first time If you regularly wash at temperatures of 40 C or lower After a prolonged period of non use Use washing powder or a detergent that con tains bleach Halve the amount...

Page 30: ... this may cause odours in the appliance 3 1 0 MyTime Wash items made from cotton linen or syn thetic or blended fabrics Short programme for items of lightly to nor mally soiled laundry Note If you only want to dry the laundry and not wash it press Dry Programme setting Max 40 C Max 1200 rpm 2 0 6 0 Snabb 15 Tvätt Tork 60 Wash items made from cotton linen or syn thetic or blended fabrics Short prog...

Page 31: ...Remove all items from any pock ets in your laundry before using the appliance To protect your appliance and the laundry prepare the laundry be forehand Empty any pockets Brush sand out of all collars and pockets Close bed covers and cushion covers Close all zips Velcro fasteners hooks and eyes Tie cloth belts apron strings etc together or use a laundry bag Tie together longer drawstrings and tie c...

Page 32: ...e of contents or on www bosch home com 14 1 Switching on the appli ance Requirement The appliance has been correctly installed and connec ted Installation and connection Page 13 Press The switch on process takes a few seconds Note The lighting for the drum goes out automatically 14 2 Setting a programme 1 Turn the programme selector and set the required programme Programmes Page 27 2 If required a...

Page 33: ...e drum 3 Close the door Ensure that there is no laundry trapped in the door 14 6 Inserting the measuring aid for liquid detergent If you order the measuring aid as an accessory you must use the measur ing aid 1 Pull out the detergent drawer 2 Press down on the insert and re move the detergent drawer 3 Insert the measuring aid 4 Insert the detergent drawer 14 7 Use the measuring aid for liquid dete...

Page 34: ...he laundry is not spun and the water is drained after rinsing Note If you do not remove the laun dry once the programme has ended the crease reduction function starts after 15 minutes and takes approx 30 minutes The display shows 0 00 and Press anywhere on the display to cancel the crease reduction pro gramme and to remove the laundry 14 10 Soaking laundry Note No additional detergent is re quired...

Page 35: ...ct the My Time Dry pro gramme 4 Press 14 14 Unloading the laundry 1 Open the door 2 Remove the laundry from the drum 14 15 Switching off the appli ance 1 Press 2 Wipe the rubber gasket dry and re move any foreign objects 3 Leave the appliance door and de tergent drawer open so that resid ual water can evaporate 15 Childproof lock Secure your appliance against being operated unintentionally using t...

Page 36: ...s Please note the safety precautions in this instruction manual and make sure that they are also ob served when operating the appli ance via the Home Connect app Safety Page 4 Operating the appliance on the ap pliance itself always takes priority During this time it is not possible to operate the appliance using the Home Connect app 16 1 Connecting the appli ance to a WLAN home network Wi Fi with ...

Page 37: ...ct the mobile device to the HomeConnect Wi Fi network and enter the Wi Fi password key HomeConnect a Your mobile device connects to the appliance The connection pro cess may take up to 60 seconds 5 Open the Home Connect app on your mobile device and carry out the steps in the app 6 In the Home Connect app enter the network name SSID and password key for your home net work 7 Carry out the steps in ...

Page 38: ...iance network settings 1 Press and hold for at least 3 seconds 2 Set the programme to position 5 a The display shows rES 3 Press a The display shows YES 4 Press a The network settings are reset a If End is shown on the display the network settings are reset 16 7 Remote start Enable the appliance for remote start via the Home Connect app Activating remote start Notes Remote start is deactivated for...

Page 39: ...of the Wi Fi communication module in stalled Security certificate of the Wi Fi communication module to ensure a secure data connection The current software and hardware version of your appliance Status of any previous reset to factory settings This initial registration prepares the Home Connect functions for use and is only required when you want to use the Home Connect functions for the first tim...

Page 40: ...nal 1 0 off 1 quiet 2 me dium 3 loud 4 very loud Set the volume of the signal at the end of the programme Button signal 2 0 off 1 quiet 2 me dium 3 loud 4 very loud The volume of the audible signal emitted when the buttons are pressed Display bright ness 3 1 low 2 me dium 3 high 4 very high Set the display brightness Drum cleaning reminder 4 0 off 1 on Activate or deactivate the re minder to clean...

Page 41: ...ing the drum CAUTION Risk of injury Permanently washing at low temper atures and a lack of ventilation for the appliance may damage the drum and cause injury Regularly run a programme for cleaning the drum or wash at tem peratures of at least 60 C Leave the appliance to dry after every operation with the door open and leave the detergent drawer to dry Run the Trumrengöring pro gramme without laund...

Page 42: ...he drain pump Clean the drain pump in the event of faults e g blockages or rattling noises Emptying the drain pump 1 Turn off the water tap 2 Switch off the appliance 3 Disconnect the appliance s mains plug from the power supply 4 Open and remove the service flap 1 2 5 Slide a sufficiently large container under the opening 6 Take the drain hose out of the holder ...

Page 43: ...etergent solution to flow out into the container remove the sealing cap 8 Firmly press on the sealing cap 9 Insert the drain hose into the holder Cleaning the drain pump Requirement The drain pump is empty Page 42 1 Since water may remain in the drain pump unscrew the pump cap carefully 2 Clean the interior the thread on the pump cap and the pump hous ing 3 Insert the pump cap ...

Page 44: ...en Cleaning and servicing 44 4 Screw the pump cap as far as it will go 90 The handle on the pump cap must be in a vertical position 5 Insert and close the service flap 2 1 ...

Page 45: ...ng 1 Remove the laundry from the drum as soon as the drying programme has finished 2 Spread the items of laundry for cooling Unsuitable programme for the type of fabric Set the suitable programme for the type of fabric Easy Care fabrics are dried for too long Spin noise during the drying phase Thermal spinning is active The drying time is too long The ambient temperature is greater than 30 C Ensur...

Page 46: ...rtment not for outdoor clothing sportswear or items stuffed with down Reduce the amount of detergent for the next wash ing cycle with the same load Unapproved extension installed on the water drain hose Remove any unapproved extensions from the water hose Connecting the appliance Page 15 The pump cap is not fully screwed in Ensure that the pump cap is screwed in all the way into the appliance The ...

Page 47: ...age 35 Water level is too high Select a suitable programme for draining Programmes Page 27 Detergent dosage is too high Immediate measure Mix one tablespoon of fabric softener with 0 5 litres of water and pour the mix ture into the left hand compartment not for outdoor clothing sportswear or items stuffed with down Reduce the amount of detergent for the next wash ing cycle with the same load H 95 ...

Page 48: ...mme The door cannot be opened The temperature is too high Wait until the temperature has dropped Cancelling the washing programme Page 35 Water level is too high Select a suitable programme for draining Programmes Page 27 Power failure Open the door using the emergency release Emergency release Page 55 The water is not drain ing Drain pipe or water outlet hose is blocked Clean the drain pipe and t...

Page 49: ...not flowing in Detergent is not being dispensed You have not pressed Press The filter in the water inflow is blocked Clean the water inflow filter The tap is turned off Turn on the tap The water inlet hose is kinked or jammed Ensure that the water inlet hose is not kinked or jammed The spin cycle runs several times The unbalanced load detection system eliminates an imbalance by repeatedly redistri...

Page 50: ... of detergent for the next wash ing cycle with the same load High spin speed not reached A low spin speed is selected The next time you run a wash cycle set a higher spin speed is activated Select the programmes that are suitable for the type of fabric Unbalance load detection system is using a reduced spin speed to eliminate an unbalance Redistribute the laundry in the drum Note Where possible mi...

Page 51: ...mped out Not a fault normal operating noise The spin result is not satisfactory The laun dry is too wet too damp A low spin speed is selected The next time you run a wash cycle set a higher spin speed Start the Centrif programme is activated Select the programmes that are suitable for the type of fabric Drain pipe or water outlet hose is blocked Clean the drain pipe and the water outlet hose Drain...

Page 52: ...ed but a connection to your home net work cannot be established 1 Ensure that the home network is available 2 Reconnect the appliance to the home network Connecting the appliance to a WLAN home net work Wi Fi with WPS function Page 36 Connecting the appliance to a WLAN home net work Wi Fi without WPS function Page 37 Water is leaking out at the water inlet hose Water inlet hose is not correctly se...

Page 53: ...as finished 2 Spread the items of laundry for cooling Unsuitable dryness level set Drying target not adjusted Load too small Moisture sensor dirty Water tap is closed during the drying phase Make sure that the water tap also remains open during the drying phase The ambient temperature is greater than 30 C Ensure that the ambient temperature is lower than 30 C Insufficient air circulation at the ap...

Page 54: ...rent sized items of laundry distribute themselves better during the spin cycle Foam detection system switches on a rinse cycle if foam build up is too high Not a fault no action required Drum jerks after the programme starts This is caused by an internal motor test Not a fault no action required Rushing hissing noise Water is flushed under pressure into the detergent drawer Not a fault normal oper...

Page 55: ...al instruction manual by scanning the QR code in the table of contents or on www bosch home com 1 Turn off the tap 2 Empty the water inlet hose 3 Switch off the appliance 4 Unplug the appliance s mains plug 5 Drain the water Cleaning the drain pump Page 42 6 Detach the hoses 20 2 Inserting the transit bolts Secure the appliance for transporta tion using transit bolts in order to pre vent damage 1 ...

Page 56: ...ances as applicable throughout the EU 21 Customer Service Function relevant genuine spare parts according to the corresponding Eco design Order can be obtained from Customer Service for a period of at least 10 years from the date on which your appliance was placed on the market within the European Eco nomic Area Note Under the terms of the manu facturer s warranty the use of Cus tomer Service is f...

Page 57: ...00 Eco 40 60 Wash Dry 2 6 0 8 00 3 820 88 0 23 0 1 Eco 40 60 Wash Dry 2 3 0 4 00 1 950 53 0 23 0 1 Bomull 20 C 10 0 4 00 0 500 94 0 22 1400 53 00 Bomull 40 C 10 0 4 00 1 200 94 0 39 1400 53 00 Bomull 60 C 10 0 3 23 1 900 94 0 55 1400 53 00 Bomull 40 C 10 0 4 29 1 400 110 0 39 1400 53 00 Syntet 40 C 4 0 2 29 0 800 62 0 44 1400 28 00 Mix 40 C 4 0 1 00 0 700 48 0 41 1400 55 00 Ylle Handtvätt 30 C 2 0...

Page 58: ...re available as a spare part and must only be replaced by trained specialist staff You can find more information about your model online at https eprel ec europa eu 1 This web address is linked to the official EU EPREL product database Please then follow the instructions on searching for the model The model identifier is made up of the charac ters before the slash in the product number E Nr on the...

Page 59: ... bosch home co uk among the additional documents on the product page for your appliance 1 Only applies to Great Britain 2 4 GHz band 2400 2483 5 MHz Max 100 mW 5 GHz band 5150 5350 MHz 5470 5725 MHz Max 100 mW BE BG CZ DK DE EE IE EL ES FR HR IT CY LI LV LT LU HU MT NL AT PL PT RO SI SK FI SE NO CH TR IS UK NI 5 GHz WLAN Wi Fi For indoor use only AL BA MD ME MK RS UK UA 5 GHz WLAN Wi Fi For indoor...

Page 60: ...ng for help You ll find it here Expert advice for your Bosch home appliances help with problems or a repair from Bosch experts Find out everything about the many ways Bosch can support you www bosch home com service Contact data of all countries are listed in the attached service direct ory 9001692907 9001692907 020608 en BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Carl Wery Straße 34 81739 München GERMANY www bosch home...

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