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Washing and drying options  

 

Temperature °C button

The temperature can be adjusted individually for each programme. 
To adjust it, press the 

°C 

(Temperature) button

 

repeatedly until the 

required temperature is displayed.

Spin speed button 

 

B

The spin speed can be individually adjusted for each programme.
To set the spin speed, press the 

B

 (Spin) button repeatedly until the 

required spin speed is displayed.

 

(Rinse hold) deactivates the spin function. The laundry remains in the 

rinsing water. 

The automatic unbalanced load detection system ensures that the laundry 
is evenly distributed using several initial spins. If the laundry is extremely 
unevenly distributed, the speed of the final spin is reduced or the spin 
cycle is not performed for safety reasons.

option button

set button

The set programmes can be individually adjusted.

To choose the required option:

Press the 

option

 button repeatedly until the required option is selected 

(indicator lamp flashes).

Press the 

set

 button to switch the option on/off (indicator lamp lights 

up/does not light up).

If you press and hold the 

option

 

button, all the options scroll through.

Options (symbols on the display panel)

Pre-wash

Prewash at 35 °C. Suitable for heavily soiled laundry.

X  

Intensive

Prolonged washing time. Suitable for particularly heavily soiled laundry 
with dried-on stains. Cannot be combined with 

Flexi Time

Q

  

Easy-iron

Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin at 
reduced speed. Slightly increased residual moisture in the laundry. 
Reduces creasing and laundry is easier to iron.

Z

 

Water Plus

Increased water level and additional rinse cycle. For regions with very soft 
water or for further improving the rinsing result. Any detergent residues 
are removed.

R

 

Flexi Time

Sets the washing time. 

normal-medium-short

.

C

 

Signal

Activates or deactivates the audible signal.

0

 Finished in button

You can postpone Programme start before it begins. Using the Remaining 
time, you can determine when the selected programme is to end. The 
remaining time can be set in one-hour increments, up to a maximum of 
24 hours. Press the 

0

 

(Finished in)

 

button repeatedly until the required 

number of hours is displayed.

Then press the 

(

Start/

Pause) button, the programme will start after a 

delay according to the set (Remaining time). The required time to the end 
of the programme is shown on the display panel.

Rinse hold

Unbalanced load detection 
system

 

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Summary of Contents for WKD28541GB

Page 1: ...en Instruction Manual and Installation Instruction Washer Dryer WKD28541GB ...

Page 2: ... 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 comor 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...

Page 3: ...shing for the first time 9 Preparing and sorting the laundry 9 Detergents and Care Products 11 Programmes 13 Washing and drying options 15 Washing and drying 17 Cleaning and care 19 What to do if 21 After sales service 24 Installation instructions Installation instructions 25 Appendix Table of programmes 30 Consumption rates 31 Index 32 ...

Page 4: ... relevant safety regulations Electrical safety Warning Danger of death Danger of death if live parts are touched When disconnecting the mains plug always pull the plug itself and not the cable otherwise the cable could be damaged Never touch or hold the mains plug with wet hands Risk of injury Warning Risk of injury If the washer dryer is lifted using projecting parts e g the washer dryer door the...

Page 5: ...oor Warning Risk of choking 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...

Page 6: ...elect the 0 Cottons Eco 60 C programme This gives comparable results but uses less energy Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer s instructions and in line with the local water hardness WEEE This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012 19 EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances waste electrical and electronic equipment WEEE The guideline determ...

Page 7: ...he condensation principle The condensate that is produced during drying runs via the Drain hose into the Drain tank Caution the water supply hose and water Drain hose must be correctly connected during washing and drying page 28 The tap must be open A safety device prevents the door from being opened during operation Before opening Make sure that there is no water in the drum and that the drum is ...

Page 8: ...dproof lock Fluff removal cycle recommended load Indicator lamp Display panel Washing and drying options page 15 C Temperature individual adjustment of the washing temperature B Spin speed individual adjustment of the spin speed option button sets washing options set activation deactivation of the selected washing options 0 Finished in time delays the Programme start 5 Drying sets the drying optio...

Page 9: ...e the detergent drawer Turn the programme selector to the 60 C programme Press the A Start Pause button At the end of the programme turn the programme selector to Off Open the door Leave the door open to allow the inside of the washer dryer to dry Sorting laundry for washing Wash white laundry separately from coloureds Unhemmed or torn items should not be washed in the washer dryer as they may fra...

Page 10: ... and knitted fabrics e g jerseys T shirts or sweatshirts inside out Preparing laundry for drying Only dry fabrics that have already been washed rinsed and spun Also spin easy care fabrics before drying Sort the items for washing according to material and desired level of dryness to ensure even drying Loading the laundry Before loading the washer dryer make sure that there are no foreign bodies or ...

Page 11: ...n compartment II forwards as far as the stop and push it down Insert the detergent drawer Descaler can be added to compartments I and II according to the man ufacturer s instructions Add detergent first followed by the descaler Detergents and care products Risk of poisoning Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children Risk of chemical burns Take care when opening the detergent dr...

Page 12: ...rgent to compartment II Only use liquid detergent for the main wash cycle with no prewash To do this Add the recommended amount of detergent to a liquid detergent measuring aid and place it in the drum or After folding down the liquid detergent insert pour the detergent into compartment II of the detergent drawer The scale on the liquid detergent insert helps to measure the correct dosage of liqui...

Page 13: ...me for delicate washable fabrics e g silk satin synthetics or blended fabrics e g curtains Gentle spinning between the rinse cycles and reduced final spin speed Wool Wool becomes matted when subjected to heat moisture and movement The woollens programme takes these qualities into account and finds a compromise between standing still and movement Suitable for hand or machine washable fabrics made f...

Page 14: ...moval cycle in the display panel to show that this programme must be run The electronic cycle counter is then automatically reset The l Fluff Clean symbol goes out after the programme starts To run the Fluff Clean l proceed as follows Make sure that the drum is completely empty and close the door Turn the programme selector to Fluff Clean l Press the A Start Pause button The Fluff Clean l programm...

Page 15: ...s scroll through Options symbols on the display panel T Pre wash Prewash at 35 C Suitable for heavily soiled laundry X Intensive Prolonged washing time Suitable for particularly heavily soiled laundry with dried on stains Cannot be combined with R Flexi Time Q Easy iron Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing Gentle final spin at reduced speed Slightly increased residual moisture in the lau...

Page 16: ... Remaining time is shown on the display panel The Programme start symbol is lit The programme progress is shown on the display panel Pre wash N Main wash Rinse B Final spin Drying To change the programme Select a new programme Press the A Start Pause button The new programme starts Press and hold the A Start Pause button while the programme is in progress until appears on the display panel and the...

Page 17: ...et the drying options page 16 If you do not make a selection the e Cupboard dry option is set Load the laundry page 10 Observe the maximum load Programme table page 30 Press the A Start Pause button 2 Remaining time is shown on the display panel and the 5 Drying and Programme start symbols light up The drying programme starts Washing and drying Successive washing and drying Set the programme selec...

Page 18: ...r is Drained and the washer dryer spins the laundry The programme is completed when appears in the display field The maximum spin speed depends on the selected wash programme If you do not wish to spin the laundry Press the B Spin button remaining time for Draining is displayed The water is Drained but the washer dryer does not spin the laundry The programme is complete when appears on the display...

Page 19: ...the washer dryer Observe the manufacturer s instructions regarding use and dosage After descaling and removing rust from the drum run the B Rinse Spin programme several times to remove any remaining acid If any remaining metal objects e g coins paper clips needles nails have caused rust spots Use chlorine free cleaning agents observe the manufacturer s instructions Never use steel wool Detergent d...

Page 20: ...e supply hose Turn off the tap B Drain Spin Press the A Start Pause button Allow the programme to run for approximately 40 seconds Set the programme selector to Off Unplug the mains plug from the socket Unscrew the water supply hose from the tap Clean the filter with a small brush Reconnect the hose Turn on the tap Check whether water comes out of the end of the hose If water is escaping check tha...

Page 21: ...perly closed Close the door Plug not inserted properly into socket Insert plug correctly The maximum spin speed cannot be set The maximum spin speed depends on the programme selected Change programme as required The water is not Drained Drain hose is twisted Fit the Drain hose correctly Detergent pump is blocked Clean the Drain pump page 20 Detergent residues in the detergent drawer Damp or lumpy ...

Page 22: ... start spinning Not a fault The unbalanced load detection system attempts to redistribute an unbalanced load by starting to spin several times Always wash large and small items together Washing is not spun properly Large items of laundry are not evenly distributed in the drum The spin speed is automatically reduced for safety reasons Always wash large and small items together Washing results not s...

Page 23: ...e laundry during a power cut you must first Drain out the water page 20 Check whether the plug is plugged into the socket correctly the circuit breaker fuse has tripped if it has call the after sales service page 24 The door cannot be opened Rinse hold has been selected Select the programme B Drain Spin and press the A Start Pause button The programme is running or the door is locked for safety re...

Page 24: ...give the after sales service the product number E Nr and pro duction number FD of the appliance Enter the number of your appliance here You can find this information on the rating plate in the frame of the door Please help us to avoid unnecessary call outs by quoting the product and production numbers This will also save you the associated additional costs You can rely on the competence of the man...

Page 25: ...event children from locking themselves in and putting their lives in danger Remove the transport braces and cross connectors and store in a safe place In addition to the instructions provided in this document special regulations from the relevant water and electric utility companies may apply If in doubt have a technician connect the appliance Included with the appliance On the back of the washer ...

Page 26: ...ansport safety bolts to prevent damage to the washer dryer Positioning and levelling Appliance stability is essential to ensure that the washer dryer does not creep during spin cycles The installation area must be firm clean and level Parquet floors and soft floor coverings e g carpets or foam backed floor coverings are unsuitable Positioning Slide sheets make it easier to slide the washing machin...

Page 27: ...nd correct if necessary The washer dryer must not rest against the sides of the installation recess The lock nuts of the front appliance feet must be screwed tightly against the housing Hose and cable lengths Left hand connection or Right hand connection Dimensions Width x depth x height 595 mm x 584 mm x 820 mm Weight 85 kg Dimensions in mm min 500 max 900 approx 1400 approx 1400 approx 1350 appr...

Page 28: ...ins supply The water pressure should be between 50 900 kPa 0 5 9 bar at least 8 litres of water flow out per minute when the tap is turned on If the water pressure is higher a pressure reducing valve must be fitted Connect the cold water supply hose blue union nut to the cold water tap with pipe thread Only tighten plastic screw connections by hand Do not remove the filter from the supply hose Aft...

Page 29: ... plate Make sure that the mains plug fits the socket the cable cross section is adequate the earthing system is properly installed the appliance is not standing on the mains cable the mains plug is accessible at all times Changes to the mains cable may only be carried out by an electrician Do not use multiple plugs adapters or extension cables Do not plug in or unplug the mains plug with wet hands...

Page 30: ...wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen G G G G G G A Night Wash S cold 30 40 60 3 kg Quiet wash programme with a reduced final spin G G G G A G A f Easy Care cold 30 40 60 3 5 kg Easy care fabrics made of cotton linen synthetic fibres or blended fabrics G G A G G A G Mixed Load m cold 30 40 3 kg Fabrics made from cotton or easy care fabrics G G G G G A G Delicate Silk cold 30 40 2 kg For delicate...

Page 31: ...rying performance tests are conducted according to EN50229 Maximum washing load is divided into 2 drying cycles 4 kg 3 kg and each drying load is dried by using ic Cottons 60 C X Intensive Intensive Dry 5 Aut2 The values may deviate from the stated values depending on the following factors water pressure and hardness inlet temperature ambient temperature type and amount of laundry type and amount ...

Page 32: ...hetics 10 Woollens 10 Drying programmes 14 E Easy iron Display panel 8 Electrical connection 29 Emergency release 23 End of the programme 18 Energy 31 Environment Energy consumption 10 Protection 6 Extra dry Display panel 8 Drying options 16 F Fabric softener compartment insert 19 Fault message 21 Faults 21 Filter Water supply hose 20 Final spin Display panel 8 Finished in Button 8 Finished in but...

Page 33: ... Indicator lamp 8 Special programmes 14 Spin 14 Spin speed 15 Button 8 Indicator lamp 8 Start Pause 8 T Temperature Button 8 Indicator lamp 8 Time controlled drying Drying options 16 Transport safety bolts 26 U Unbalanced load detection system 15 Use 17 W Washer dryer Positioning and levelling 26 Washing 17 and drying 17 Washing options 15 Washing options Indicator lamp 8 Washing programmes 13 14 ...

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