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Correct installation according to
separate installation instructions.
Remove the transport bolts and install
the bottom cover before using the
appliance for the first time.
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
Compartment II:
Detergent for the main
wash, water softener, bleach, stain
remover
Sort and load the washing
Follow manufacturer’s care information.
Sort according to the information on the care labels.
Sort according to type, colour, level of soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load
a
Page 7
.
Observe the instructions in the Important information section
a
Page 8!
Load both large and small items of washing together.
Close the washing machine door
Take care not to trap any items of clothing
between the loading door and rubber seal.
Add detergent and care product
Add the appropriate amount according to:
Amount of laundry, level of soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturer’s instructions.
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser.
During operation: take care when opening the detergent drawer.
Set the programme
For detailed programme information, see programme overview
a
page 7.
For option buttons
a
page 5.
Select additional functions
For additional functions
a
page 6.
Press the Start/Soaking
$
button
The programme starts.
Your washing machine
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.
For further information about products, accessories, spare parts and
service visit our web site: www.bosch-home.com or contact our
customer service centres.
Intended use
Contents
Page
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Intended use ................................................................................... 1
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Preparation ......................................................................................... 2
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Washing ........................................................................................... 3/4
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Display information,Option buttons ................................................ 5
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Additional functions .......................................................................... 6
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Programme overview........................................................................ 7
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Safety instructions.............................................................................. 8
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Important information ........................................................................ 8
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Cleaning and care .......................................................................9/10
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Consumption values ........................................................................ 11
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Fault display ...................................................................................... 11
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Customer service ............................................................................. 12
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Technical specification.................................................................... 12
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What to do if...................................................................................... 13
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
– Load the maximum amount of laundry for the particular
programme.
– Wash normally soiled laundry without prewash.
– The selectable temperatures apply to the care labels on the
textiles. The temperatures in the machine may deviate from this
so that you get the optimum mix of energy-saving and washing
results.
– Dose detergent according to the manufacturer’s instructions
and water hardness.
– If the laundry is to be subsequently dried in a tumble dryer, select
a spin speed as specified by the dryer manufacturer.
Preparation
The machine was tested before leaving the factory.To remove any water left
over from testing procedures, the first washing cycle should be carried out
without
any laundry in the machine
a
Page 8.
Display panel/Option buttons
Indicates the settings which have
been selected
Additional functions
In addition to the programme if
required
Start/Soaking
$
For starting / soaking the washing
cycle
Programme selector
For switching the machine on
and off and for selecting the
programme. Can be rotated
in either direction
Washing
Compartment
~
: Fabric softener,
impregnating agent, starch
Compartment I
: Detergent for pre–wash
ʋ
For domestic use only.
ʋ
For washing machine–washable fabrics in a detergent
solution.
ʋ
To be operated with cold mains 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
from 8 years of age, by persons who have limited phy-
sical, sensory or mental abilities and by persons who
have inade-quate experience or knowledge, provided
they
are super-vised
or
have been instructed
by a re-
sponsible 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.
This prevents blockages.
Display information, Option buttons
ʑ
Display Information
þü
wash: Not on if
Å
Spin/Empty
>
is selected
flashing: too much detergent used
a
page 13
2
ü
Rinse: Not on if
Å
Spin/Empty
>
is selected
Å
Spin: Not on if “
” Rinse hold is selected
ü
On: the door can be opened;
flashing (after programme starts): the door was not closed correctly
(
On: childproof lock is activated;
flashing: the setting was changed
a
page 6
800 : Default spin speed of the programme
: Special symbol
a
page 5
Special symbol
1:30: Expected programme duration
24 h: Select Finish in time
>
: End of programme
§
:
³µ
: Fault displays
a
page 11
§
,
ǯ
: “YES” if the door can be opened or “NO” if it cannot be
opened during “Pause” period
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Option buttons
Spin speed
Å
You can change the indicated spin speed. The maximum spin speed which can be selected
depends on the chosen programme. You can also set “
”
a
Special symbol
Finish in time
Before a programme starts, you can specify by how many hours later the programme is to be
ended.
– Press
button until the required number of hours is shown. The Finish in time can be set
in hour increments up to a maximum of 24 hours.
– Press
Start
/
Soaking
$
, the Finish in time starts counting down.
You can pause the programme to open the door even if the Finish in time is active.
ʑ
Special symbol
– Except for the
Å
Spin/Empty
>
programmes, press the
Å
button to set “
” (Rinse hold);
the load is held in the final rinsing water. When the programme has ended, “
” appear.
Select programme
Å
Spin/Empty
>
or directly press
Å
to select spin speed to spin the
laundry.
–
When the
Å
Spin/Empty
>
programme is selected
, press the
Å
button to set “
”, the
programme is then defined as
Empty
; If “
” is not set, the programme is defined as
Spin
.
– When the
Empty
>
programmes has ended,
“
” and “
ü
” appears on the display field,
it means the whole process is finished.
Additional functions
ʑ
Buttons for additional functions
In addition to the programme if required
Speed Wash
ē
Shorten the washing time. For slightly soiled items.
If the function is selected, programme duration and max. load will be
changed.
Rinse plus
2
Additional rinse cycles,extended washing time.
For areas with very soft water or for further improvement of the rinsing
result.
ʑ
Childproof lock
Programme will not be changed by accidental operation.
– Activating the childproof lock: After the programme starts, press
Start
/
Soaking
$
and hold
down for 5 seconds until the
(
ü
symbol is displayed.
The
(
ü
symbol flashes if any setting is inadvertently changed.
– Deactivating the childproof lock: Press
Start
/
Soaking
$
and hold down for 5 seconds until
the
(
ü
symbol goes out.
– If the programme is ended or any setting is changed, deactivate the childproof lock.
– If the programme is changed while the childproof lock is activated, the
(
ü
symbol flashes,
the programme which is running will continue.
– If the childproof lock is deactivated while the programme selector is in a different position
from when the childproof lock was activated, the programme which is currently running be
halted.
ʑ
Soaking
Load washing of the same colour.
Pour soaking agent/detergent into dispenser
II
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Set programme selector to
Cottons
L
ü
40 °C
and select
Start
/Soaking
$
. After approx.
10 minutes press Start/
Soaking
$
to stop the programme. After the required soaking time
re-press
Start
/Soaking
$
, if the programme is to be continued or change the programme.
ʑ
Signal
*
If required, set the volume
repeatedly.
ʑ
Sleep mode
If you do not operate the machine for about five minutes after selecting the programme or
programme end, the display information goes out to save power.
– If required, press any button, and all information will be displayed again.
+
directly
Maintenance cover
Control panel
Door handle
Drum
Detergent drawer
with dispenser II,
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, I
4
5
6
Removing the laundry
Open the washing machine door and remove the laundry.
Leave the door and detergent drawer open to allow the
interior of the machine to dry.
Turn off the tap
Switch off
– If the childproof lock is active, deactivate it
a
page 6.
– Set Programme selector to
Off
.
Programme ended when ...
– “
>
” and “
” appear on the display field, and the
buzzer sounds.
– “
” appear on the display field, and the buzzer
sounds
a
page 5
Special symbol
Changing the programme ...
If you have accidentally selected the wrong programme:
– If the childproof lock is active, deactivate it
a
page 6.
– Turn the programme selector to a newly selected
programme.
– If required, select additional functions.
– Press the
Start
/
Soaking
$
button, new programme
starts.
Pausing a programme ...
If you would like to pause a programme while it is running
without changing the sequence:
– If the childproof lock is active, deactivate it
a
page 6.
– Press the
Start
/
Soaking
$
button:
ʋ
When “
ǯ
” and “
” flash on the display field, wait for
at least 2 minutes.
ʋ
When “
§
” and “
” appear, the door can be
opened. If required, add/remove the laundry.
ʋ
If “
ǯ
” appears for a prolonged period, the door can-
not be opened for reasons of your safety.
– Press the
Start
/
Soaking
$
button to continue the
programme.
... or terminate the programme
If you would like to terminate a programme:
– If the childproof lock is active,deactivate it
a
page 6.
– Turn the programme selector to
Å
Spin/Empty
>
.
– Press the
Start
/
Soaking
$
button.
– Remove the laundry after the spinning cycle.
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Set to
Off
Press
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and
hold and
1 step
clockwise
Release the
button to find
the number
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mode
2. Set volume for...
Button feedback
signals
Information
signals
set volume
*
set volume
*
1 step
clockwise
Set to
Off
for programme status
Display Information
Display information
depends on the
chosen programme
Environmental disposal
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
This appliance has been identified in accordance with the European
Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE).
The Directive specifies the framework for an EU-wide valid return
and recycling of waste appliances.
Please read the instruction manual and installation
instructions supplied before switching on the washing
machine.
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