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Washing machine WAW28520TH Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions...
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Your new washing machine Display rules : Warning! You have chosen a Bosch washing machine. This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly dangerous Please take a few minutes to read and situation. Not heeding the warning can become familiar with the advantages of cause death or injuries.
Safety instructions Do not allow children to Safety instructions ■ clean or maintain this appliance unsupervised. T he following safety information Keep children under 3 years S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s and warnings are provided to ■...
Safety instructions Warning Installation Risk of suffocation! Warning If allowed to play with the Risk of electric shock/fire/ packaging/plastic film or material damage/damage to packing components, children the appliance! may become caught in these or If the appliance is not installed pull them over their heads and properly, this may lead to a suffocate.
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Safety instructions If using a residual current Warning ■ circuit breaker, only use one Risk of injury/material that bears the following damage/damage to the mark: z. The presence of appliance! this mark is the only way to The appliance may vibrate or ■...
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Safety instructions If the water hoses are altered Warning ■ or damaged, this may result Risk of injury! in material damage or The appliance is very heavy. ■ damage to the appliance. Lifting it may result in injury. The water hoses must not be Do not lift the appliance on kinked, crushed, altered or your own.
Safety instructions If you reach into the drum Operation ■ while it is still rotating, you Warning risk injuring your hands. Risk of explosions/fire! Wait until the drum has Laundry that has been stopped rotating. pretreated with cleaning agents Warning that contain solvents, e.g.
Safety instructions Never take hold of the mains Caution! ■ plug with wet hands. Material damage/damage to When removing the mains the appliance ■ plug from the socket, always If the amount of laundry in ■ take hold of the plug itself the appliance exceeds its and never the mains cable, maximum load capacity, it...
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Safety instructions Warning Risk of injury/material damage/damage to the appliance! The use of spare parts and accessories supplied by other brands is dangerous and may result in injury, material damage or damage to the appliance. For safety reasons, use genuine spare parts and accessories only.
Environmental protection Information on energy and water ■ Environmental consumption: ~ Page 25 The displays provide information protection about the relative level of energy and water consumption in the selected P ackaging/used appliance programmes. E n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n The more indicator lights light up, Dispose of packaging in an the higher the programme's...
Positioning and connecting ( Mains cable Positioning and 0 Bag: connecting Installation and operating ■ instructions I ncluded with the appliance Customer services location ■ P o s i t i o n i n g a n d c o n n e c t i n g directory* Check the machine for transport Note:...
Positioning and connecting Safety instructions Installation surface The washing machine be stable Warning Note: so that it does not move around. Risk of injury! The installation surface must be firm The washing machine is very heavy. ■ ■ and level. Be careful when lifting/transporting Soft floors/floor coverings are not the washing machine.
Positioning and connecting Installing the appliance in a Take the hoses out of the holders. kitchenette Warning Danger of death! There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components. Do not remove the appliance covering plate. Unscrew and remove all four transportation securing bolts with a Notes wrench (WAF 13).
Positioning and connecting Hose and cable lengths Left-hand connection ■ Right-hand connection ■ The following are available from Tip: specialist dealers/customer services: Extension for Aqua-Stop and cold ■ water supply hose (approx. 2.50 m); order no. WM Z2380, WZ 10130, CZ 11350, Z 7070X0 A longer supply hose (approx.
Positioning and connecting Water inlet When the tap is open, the water flow rate is at least 8 l/min. Warning If the water pressure is higher than this, Danger of death! a pressure-reducing valve must be There is a risk of electric shock if you installed.
Positioning and connecting Water outlet Connection Drainage into a washbasin Warning ■ Risk of scalding! When you are washing at high temperatures, there is a risk of scalding if you come into contact with hot water (e.g. when draining hot water into a washbasin).
Positioning and connecting Levelling Notes The mains voltage and voltage ■ Align the appliance using a spirit level. indicated on the washing machine (rating plate) are the same. Incorrect alignment may result in loud The connected load and fuse noises, vibrations and machine required are specified on the rating "movement".
Positioning and connecting Before washing for the first time The washing machine was thoroughly tested before leaving the factory.To remove any water that may be left over from the test, run the first wash cycle without any laundry. Notes The washing machine must be ■...
Positioning and connecting Transportation Before switching on the appliance again: E.g. when moving house Notes Preparatory work: The transport braces must be ■ Turn off the tap. removed. Reduce the water pressure in the Pour approx. 1 litre of water into ■...
Main points in brief Main points in brief M a i n p o i n t s i n b r i e f Connect the mains Open the door. To switch on, press Select a plug. Turn on the the # button.
Getting to know the appliance Getting to know the appliance W ashing machine G e t t i n g t o k n o w t h e a p p l i a n c e Detergent drawer ~ Page 37 Operating/display panel Door with door handle 9S Open the door...
Getting to know the appliance Control panel P Child lock. E 3 sec. ( Main switch to prevent the set functions from for switching the washing machine being changed accidentally: on and off: Press and hold the Ready in ñ + Press the # button.
Getting to know the appliance Display panel Further information Anti-Stain System (Stains ã) ð ý â ì ~ Page 35 Programme progress: Prewash Washing ¼ Rinse ¬ Spin - 0 - Programme end Default programme settings: ( Temperature in °C Programme end during Rinse Stop Ž...
Laundry Some examples of soiling levels can Laundry be found on ~ Page 27 – Light: Do not prewash, select the P repare the laundry SpeedPerfect G setting if L a u n d r y necessary Caution! – Normal Damage to the appliance/fabrics –...
Detergent Saving energy and detergent Detergent For light and normal soiling, you can C orrect selection of detergent save energy (lower washing D e t e r g e n t temperature) and detergent. The care label is crucial for selecting the correct detergent, temperature and Saving Soiling/note...
Overview of programmes Overview of programmes P rogrammes on the programme selector O v e r v i e w o f p r o g r a m m e s Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Programme name Max. load Brief explanation of the programme and for which fabrics it is Temperature that can be selected suitable.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Max. 4 kg Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics Ž - 40 °C $, 0 - 1600** rpm EcoPerfect F, SpeedPerfect G, Prewash T, Rinse Plus O, Easy Iron p Max. 2 kg Delicates / Silk For delicate, washable fabrics, e.g.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Drum Clean 0 kg Programme for cleaning and caring for the drum and the outer 80, 90 °C tub, e.g. before running the first wash cycle, if washing frequently 1200 rpm at a low temperature (40 °C or lower) or if an odour has developed after a prolonged period of non-use.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Outdoor / Impregnation Max. 1 kg Wash cycle followed by waterproofing of membrane-coated Ž - 40 °C weatherproof and outdoor clothing or water-resistant fabrics $, 0 - 800 rpm Select a programme. EcoPerfect F, SpeedPerfect G, Add special detergent for outdoor clothing to compartment Rinse Plus O,...
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Curtains Max. 3.5 kg 3.5 kg heavy curtains or 25 - 30 m² lightweight drapes Ž - 40 °C Notes $, 0 - 800 rpm Shorter rinse and final spin cycles. ■ EcoPerfect F, SpeedPerfect G, Use a detergent that is suitable for machine-washing ■...
Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Shirts Max. 2 kg Non-iron shirts or blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres Ž - 60 °C or blended fabrics $, 0 - 800 rpm Notes EcoPerfect F, SpeedPerfect G, Shirts/blouses are only given a short spin on the ■...
Programme default settings The maximum speed that can be set Programme default depends on the model and programme that has been selected. settings Ready in ñ T he default programme settings are P r o g r a m m e d e f a u l t s e t t i n g s displayed in the display panel after Before starting the programme, you selecting the programme.
Additional programme settings Easy Iron p Additional programme Reduces creasing thanks to a special settings spin sequence followed by fluffing and reduced spin speed. An overview of all additional settings, A d d i t i o n a l p r o g r a m m e s e t t i n g s which can be selected depending on The washing's residual moisture Note:...
Operating the appliance Information on water and energy ■ Operating the consumption appliance In appliances with a drum light: The drum is lit after switching on the P reparing the washing appliance, after opening and closing the O p e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e machine door and after starting the programme.
Operating the appliance Measure and add detergent and care products Caution! Damage to the appliance Cleaning agents and agents for pre- treating laundry (e.g. stain removers, prewash sprays, etc.) may cause Measuring aid A For liquid detergent damage if they come into contact with Compartment II Detergent for the the surfaces of the washing machine.
Operating the appliance Change the programme Start the programme default settings Press the Ü button. The indicator lamp lights up and the programme starts. You can use or change the default settings for this washing cycle. The display panel shows the "Ready in" time while the programme is running or To do this, repeatedly press the the programme length and the...
Operating the appliance Adding laundry Cancel the programme After starting the programme, you can For programmes at high temperatures: add or remove laundry if necessary. Press the Ü button. To cool down laundry: Select Rinse. Press the Ü button to do this. Press the Ü...
Appliance settings Removing laundry/switching Appliance settings off the appliance Y ou can change the following settings: Open the door and remove the A p p l i a n c e s e t t i n g s The volume of the buttons and the laundry.
Sensors Changing the signal volume Sensors Use the Ready in ñ + or - button to A utomatic load sensing change the following settings at the S e n s o r s corresponding programme selector Depending on the type of fabric and positions: load, the automatic load sensing 2: The volume of the information...
Cleaning and maintenance Machine housing/control Cleaning and panel maintenance Wipe the housing and the control ■ Warning panel with a soft, damp cloth. C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e Remove the detergent residue Danger of death! ■...
Cleaning and maintenance Detergent drawer and housing If the washing machine contains detergent or fabric softener residues: Pull out the detergent drawer. Press down the insert and fully remove the drawer. To remove the insert: Push the insert Take the drain hose out of the upwards from below with your finger.
Cleaning and maintenance To prevent unused detergent Note: Then clean the filter: from flowing straight into the drain Disconnect the hose from the tap. during the next wash: Pour 1 litre of Clean the filter with a small brush. water into compartment II and start the Drain programme.
Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Display Cause/Remedy - P - and Ï The door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. - P - The temperature is too high. Wait until the temperature drops. ■...
Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy Water is leaking from the Attach the drain hose correctly or replace it. ■ machine. Tighten the screw fitting on the supply hose. ■ The machine is not filling Have you pressed the Ü...
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Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy Odours in the washing Run the Drum Clean or Cottons90 °C programme without laundry. machine. Add washing powder or a detergent containing bleach. Note: . To prevent foaming, only use half the amount of detergent recommended by the detergent manufacturer.
After-sales service After-sales service I f you cannot rectify a fault yourself, A f t e r - s a l e s s e r v i c e contact customer services. ~ Cover page We will always find an appropriate solution in order to avoid unnecessary visits by engineers.
Consumption rates Consumption rates E nergy and water consumption, programme duration and C o n s u m p t i o n r a t e s residual moisture for the main washing programmes (approximate values) Program Load Energy Water Program consumption*...
Aqua-Stop warranty Aqua-Stop warranty O nly for appliances with Aqua-Stop A q u a - S t o p w a r r a n t y In addition to warranty claims against the vendor based on the purchase agreement and to our appliance warranty, we will provide compensation under the following conditions: If water damage is caused due to a...
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