1
2
3
4
5
6
Programme selector
Display panel
Function buttons/
Option buttons
Start/
Reload
- - - –
³¯¯¯
*
Spin Speed
c
Select the spin speed (* depending on the model) or
- - - (Rinse hold = without final drain/spin, the laundry
remains in the final rinsing water, - - - on the display panel)
³¤
–
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Ready in
Programme ends in ...
Status displays:
Programme progress displays:
1
üü
2
üü
c
ü
§Ê
Washing, Rinse, Spin, programme duration or end
'
Childproof lock
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Door open symbol on if the door can be opened.
Programme selector for switching
the machine on and off and for
selecting the programme. Can be
rotated in either direction.
Individual settings
ʑ
Signal
1.
Activate the setting mode for the signal volume
2.
a) Selecting the volume of the
button signals
2.
b) Selecting the volume of the
information signals
+
Activating the
setting mode
set to
Â
press and
hold
rotate it one
step to the
right
press the button and hold
down for approx. 5 sec.,
until the display elements
are lit; setting mode is
activated
Spin Speed
ccccc
Spin Speed
ccccc
set to
Â
, setting mode for
the signal volume is
exited
press the button until
the required volume is
reached
or
Spin Speed
ccccc
rotate it one
step to the
right
press the button until the
required volume is
reached
set to
Â
, setting mode
for the signal volume is
exited
Spin Speed
ccccc
Sort and load the laundry
Follow manufacturer’s care information.
According to the information on the care labels.
According to type; colour; degree of soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed maximum load.
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Follow important instructions!
a
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Load large and small items of laundry!
Close the door. Do not jam items of laundry between the washing machine
door and rubber seal.
Add detergent and care product
Dosage according to:
amount of laundry, degree of soiling, water hardness (available from your
water utility company) and manufacturer’s instructions.
For models without insert for liquid detergent:
Pour liquid detergent into corresponding dispenser or place in the drum.
Be careful when opening the detergent drawer while the appliance is
running!
Your washing machine
Intended use
Contents
Page
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Intended use ...................................................................................... 1
ʋ
Programmes ...................................................................................... 1
ʋ
Preparation ......................................................................................... 2
ʋ
Selecting and adjusting a programme........................................... 3
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Washing ........................................................................................... 3/4
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After washing ..................................................................................... 4
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Individual settings ......................................................................... 5/6
ʋ
Overview of programmes ................................................................ 7
ʋ
Safety instructions .............................................................................. 8
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Consumption values .......................................................................... 8
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Important information ........................................................................ 9
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Care/Cleaning...................................................................................10
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Information on the display panel...................................................10
ʋ
Maintenance .....................................................................................11
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What to do if … ......................................................................... 12/13
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Emergency release ..........................................................................13
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Customer service .............................................................................13
Protection of the environment/hints and tips
– Utilise the maximum amount of laundry for the particular
programme.
– Wash normally soiled laundry without prewash.
– By selecting programme
Cottons 60 °C
, it is possible to achieve
good cleaning results while consuming significantly less energy.
– Measure detergent according to the manufacturer’s instructions
and water hardness.
– If the washing is then dried in the tumble dryer, select the spin
speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Preparation
Before using your washing machine for the first time
Wash once without any laundry
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Select ** and adjust a programme
1
2
Washing
Dispenser
~
: fabric softener, starch
Dispenser I
: detergent for prewash
ʋ
for use in the household only,
ʋ
for washing machine-washable textiles and hand-
washable wool in detergent solution,
ʋ
to be operated with cold drinking water and commercially
available detergents and care products which are suitable
for use in washing machines.
ʋ
The washing machine may be operated by children
8 years of age and older, 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.
– Follow the safety instructions on page 8!
– Do not leave children unattended near the washing
machine.
– Children must not play with the appliance.
– Children must not perform any cleaning or
maintenance work without supervision!
– Keep pets away from the washing machine.
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
Prevents blockage of the overflow.
Detergent drawer
with dispensers I, II,
~
Fascia
Service flap
Door
Correct installation according to
separate installation instructions.
Check the machine
– Never switch on a damaged machine.
– Inform your after-sales service.
Insert the mains plug
– With dry hands only.
– Only hold the plug by the plug
body.
Turn on the tap
Washing
End of programme when ...
...
§Ê
is indicated on the display panel.
Cancel the programme
For programmes at high temperature:
– Cool the laundry: Select
2
Rinse
.
– Press the
$
Start
/Reload button.
For programmes at low temperature:
– Select
Spin
/
Drain
>
(if only one drain cycle
is required: Set the
Spin Speed
to - - - ).
– Press the
$
Start
/Reload button.
Change the programme if ...
... you have mistakenly selected a wrong programme:
– Reselect the programme.
– Press the
$
Start
/Reload button. The new
programme starts from the beginning.
Interrupt/continue the wash
cycle ...
... e.g. for Soaking
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Press the
$
Start/
Reload
button.
ǯ
(No) is indicated
on the display panel, the washing machine door cannot
be opened. To continue the programme, press the
$
Start
/Reload button.
Individual settings
ʑ
Function buttons
You can change the spin speed beforehand and while the selected programme is running.
Effects depend on the programme progress.
Spin Speed
/
- - -
(Rinse hold = without final drain/spin)
You can change the indicated spin speed or select - - - (Rinse hold = without final drain/spin
cycle, the laundry remains in the water after the last rinse cycle,
c
display panel - - -). The
selectable maximum spin speed depends on the model and the selected programme.
Ready in
The respective programme duration is displayed by selecting the programme.
The programme start can be delayed before the programme begins. The Ready in time
can be set in hour increments up to maximum 24h. Press and hold the
Ready in
button
until the required number of hours is indicated (h=hour). Press the
$
Start
/Reload button.
ʑ
Option buttons
a
Overview of programmes,
Page 7
Ĉ
Speed Perfect
For washing in a shorter time with a washing result comparable to that
of the standard programme.
Maximum load size
a
Overview of programmes,
Page 7
2
Extra Rinse
Additional rinse cycle. Prolonged programme duration. For areas with
very soft water or for further enhancing the washing result.
ʑ
Childproof lock
'
on the display panel
Secure the washing machine to prevent the selected functions from
being unintentionally changed.
ON/OFF
: After the programme starts/ends, press
$
Start/Reload
for
approx. 5 seconds.
Note: Childproof lock may remain activated until the next programme
starts, even after the machine has been switched off!
If this is the case, deactivate the childproof lock before the
programme starts and, if required, re-activate after the programme
starts.
ʑ
$
Start/Reload
For starting or interrupting the wash cycle and to continue the programme and to activate/
deactivate the childproof lock.
3
Switch off
Set the programme selector to
Â
Off
.
Turn off the tap
Not required for Aqua-Stop models
a
Notes, Installation instructions, Page 7
Remove the laundry
Open the washing machine door and remove the
laundry.
If - - - (Rinse hold = without final drain/spin) is active: Set
the programme selector to
Spin
/
Drain
>
or select the
spin speed.
Press the
$
Start
/Reload button.
– Remove any foreign objects as there is a risk
of rusting.
– Leave detergent drawer and door open so that
residual water can evaporate.
Congratulations
– You have opted for a modern, high-quality
domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. The washing machine
is distinguished by its economical use of water and energy.
Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly to
ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
Further information on our products, accessories, spare parts and
services can be found at:
www.bosch
-
home.com
or contact our
customer service centres.
Environmentally-friendly disposal
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
This appliance is certified in accordance with the European Directive
2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
The Directive provides the framework for the return and recycling of
used appliances as applicable throughout the European Union.
Dispenser II
: detergent for main wash,
water softener, bleach, stain remover
Programmes
Detailed overview of programmes
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Page 7
Spin speed can be selected individually irrespective of the
selected programme and programme progress.
Cottons
hard-wearing textiles
Prewash Cottons
Heavily soiled hard-wearing textiles
I
Synthetics
Synthetic fibres, easy-care textiles
1
Mix
Textiles made of cotton and synthetic
fibres
.
Drum Clean
For drum hygiene or fluff removal
Spin
/
Drain
>
Additional spin cycle or to empty the
drum.
2
Rinse
Extra rinse with spin
:
Wool
O
Hand or machine-washable wool
or rich-wool textiles
Delicate/Silk
Silk and delicate washable textiles
Dark Wash
Dark textiles
E
Kids Wear
Textiles for children
ā
Hygiene
Programme for allergic people and
advanced hygiene
/
SuperQuick
15'/30'
Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton
or linen
Select
$
Start/Reload
If you press and hold the function
buttons, the selected display
values will run automatically!
** If the symbol
'
flashes on the
display panel, the childproof lock
is active.
a
Deactivate,
Page 5
Functions and option buttons
a
Individual settings,
Page 5
Do not switch on the washing machine until you have read
these instructions and the separate Installation/Maintenance
instructions!
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