Intended
Your washing machine
use
Congratulations
You have opted for a modern, high quality
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for use in the household only,
domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. The washing machine
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for the washing of machine washable textiles
is distinguished by its economical energy consumption.
in a detergent solution,
Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly
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to be operated with cold drinking water and
to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
commercially available detergents and care products
which are suitable for use in washing machines.
For further information and a selection of our products go to our web
site:
- Do not leave children unattended near the washing
www.bosch home.com or contact our customer service centres
machine!
- Keep pets away from the washing machine!
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Environmental disposal
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
This appliance has been identified in accordance with the European
Directive 2002/96/EG on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE).
The Directive specifies the framework for an EU wide valid return and
recycling of waste appliances.
Contents
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Programmes
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Programmes
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For detailled overview of programmes -> Page 7.
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Setting programme
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Spin speed can be selected individually.
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Washing
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Æ Cottons
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hard wearing textiles
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After washing
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à Stains
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hard wearing textiles
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Individual settings
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Important information
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à Mixed Load
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different types of washing
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Overview of programmes
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Á Super Quick
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short programme;
also suitable as a rinse programme
Safety instructions
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A Easy Care
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easy care textiles
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Consumption values
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Delicates
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delicate washable textiles
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Care
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Information on the display panel
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u Woollens
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hand/machine washable textiles
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b Drain
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the rinsing water if Rinse Hold
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Maintenance
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(= without final spin) occurs
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What to do if ...
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B Spin
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washing washed by hand
Downloaded From WashingMachine-Manual.com Manuals
Before washing for the first time,
Preparation
wash once without any washing. See page 6
Sorting and inserting the washing
Correct installation according to separate
installation instructions.
Follow manufacturer's care information!
According to the information on the care labels.
Checking the machine
According to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed maximum load -> page 7.
- Never switch on a damaged machine!
Follow important instructions! -> page 6!
- Inform your customer service!
Insert large and small items of washing! Close the washing machine
door. Take care not to trap any items of clothing between the
loading door and rubber seal.
Turn on the tap
Add detergent and care product
Washing amount, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturer's instructions. Pour liquid detergent
Insert mains plug
into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
With dry hands only!
Take hold of the plug only!
Dispenser I:
Detergent for prewash
Dispenser
2
:
Fabric softener, starch
Dispenser II:
Detergent for main wash, fabric softener, bleaching
agent, stain remover
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
Prevents blockage of the overflow.
(* depending on model)
Set and adjust programme**
** If the G symbol flashes in the display
Additional
Spin
Display panel/
Start/
Programme selector
panel, the childproof lock is active ->
functions
speed*
Option button
Pause
deactivate, page 5.
For additional functions and option
buttons see individual settings, page 5.
Programme selector for switching
the machine on and off and for
selecting the programme. Can be
rotated in either direction.
Select Start M
All buttons are sensitive, they
Status
Programme progress displays:
only need to be touched gently!
G Q K B
Child safety, Washing, Rinse, Spin
If the Option buttons are touched
for longer, the setting options will
1 - 24h
automatically run!
Programme ends in ...
Á Ready in
Removing washing
Wash
Open washing machine door and remove washing.
Remove any foreign objects risk of rusting.
Leave door and detergent drawer open so that residual
water can evaporate.
Detergent drawer
Turn off the tap
with dispensers I, II,
2
Not required for Aqua Stop models.
Drum
Meter accordingly:
Fascia
Switch off
Door handle
Set programme selector to Off.
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End of programme when ...
... Start M flashes and 0 is indicated on the display panel.
If Rinse Hold (= without final spin) active: Set programme
selector to Drain b or select spin speed. Select Start M.
Change programme ...
If you have mistakenly selected a wrong programme:
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- Reselect programme.
- Select Start M.
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Service flap
... or terminate
Risk of scalding!
Detergent solution and washing can be hot.
If necessary leave washing in the washing machine
Wash
to cool down.
- Select Off.
- Select Spin B or Drain b.
- Select Start M.
Individual settings
Important information
F
F
Option button Á Ready in
Protecting the washing and the machine
When you select the programme, the respective time to the end of the programme is
- Empty pockets.
displayed. It can be adjusted to a maximum of 24 hours in 1-hour intervals. Keep pressing the
- Remove metal parts (paper clips, etc.).
Ready in Á button until the required number of hours is indicated (h=hour). Select Start M. It is
- Wash delicates in the net/bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
not possible to make adjustments once the programme has started.
- Close zips, button up covers.
F
F
Spin speed
depending on model
- Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
The spin speed or Rinse Hold (= without final spin) can be set before and while the selected
- Remove curtain fittings or include in the net/bag.
programme is running. Effects dependent on the programme progress.
The maximum selectable spin speed depends on the model and the set programme.
Before washing for the first time
F
F
Additional functions
see also programme overview
Do not put any washing in the washing machine! Turn on the tap, fill with approx.1 litre of water
and then pour ½ measuring cup of detergent into dispenser II. Set programme selector to
X Wash Plus
Extension of the washing time for a more intensive washing
A Easy Care 60 °C and select Start M.
of highly soiled washing or 6 kg of cottons and coloureds.
At the end of the programme set the programme selector to Off.
P Prewash
For heavily soiled, hard wearing washing, e.g. made of cotton
Washing with different degrees of soiling
or linen. Prewash at 30 °C.
e Reduced Ironing
Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final
spin - residual moisture in the washing increased slightly.
Light
R Aqua Plus
Increased water level and additional rinse cycle, extended
washing time. For areas with very soft water or for further
Heavy
improvement of the rinsing result.
F
F
Display symbol G Child safety
Soaking
G
You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you
Pour soaking agent/detergent into dispenser II according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Child safety/
have set from being changed inadvertently.
Set programme selector to Æ Cottons 30 °C and select Start M. After approx. 10 minutes
lock
ON/OFF: Press and hold the Start/Pause button for 5 seconds
select Start M. After the required soaking time reselect Start M if the programme is to be
after the start/end of the programme.
continued or change the programme.
Note: The childproof lock can remain activated until you wish to
Starching
start the next programme, even after switching off the machine.
Then you can deactivate the childproof lock before the start of
Liquid starch can be used in all wash programmes. Meter starch into the fabric softener
the programme and activate it as necessary once the
dispenser
programme has started.
Dyeing/Bleaching
F
F
Start
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Dye in small quantities only. Salt can corrode stainless steel.
To start or interrupt the programme and
Observe the dye manufacturer's specifications. Do not bleach laundry in the washing machine.
to activate/deactivate the childproof lock.
Protection of the environment/conservation tips
F
F
Volume of button and information signals
- Utilise the maximum amount of washing for the particular programme.
1400
- Wash normally soiled washing without prewash.
1. Activate setting
1200
- Instead of Æ Cottons 90 °C select à Stains 60 °C programme. Comparable cleaning
mode for signal
800
600
result with significantly lower energy consumption.
volume
Rinse Hold
- Meter detergent according to the manufacturer's instructions and water hardness.
1 step to right,
keep selected
- If the washing is then dried in the tumble dryer, select spin speed according to the
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1 step to right;
Set to
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the indicator
and
instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
release
light is on
Button signals
Information signals
2. Set volume for ...
direct
Set volume *
1 step to right
Set volume *
S
Set to
* If required, select repeatedly
Wash new items separately.
Do not prewash.
If required, pretreat stains. Select X Wash Plus additional function.
Load less washing.
Prewash.
Load washing of the same colour
Washing should not be treated with fabric softener
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according to manufacturer's specifications.