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- Page 1 Washing machine WAG16260IN en Operating and Installation Instructions...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Operating instructions Information concerning waste disposal ..4 Protection of the environment / hints and tips ..5 General safety instructions ....6 Introducing your washing machine . - Page 3 Further information and a selection of our products can be found on our internet page: http://www.bosch-home.com Please read the operating and installation instruc- tion supplied and handle the appliance accordingly. These operating and installation instructions describe various models.
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Page 4: Information Concerning Waste Disposal
Operating instructions Information concerning waste disposal Disposing of the The shipping package has protected your new packaging appliance on its way to your home. All utilised materials are ecologically harmless and recyclable. Please contribute to a better environment by disposing of packaging materials in an environmentally conscious manner. -
Page 5: Protection Of The Environment / Hints And Tips
Protection of the environment / hints and tips Your washing machine uses water, energy and detergent efficiently, thereby protecting the environment and reducing your household costs. See page 36 for consumption values of your appliance. Using your washing machine in an efficient and Hints and tips environmentally friendly manner: Do not exceed maximum load. -
Page 6: General Safety Instructions
General safety instructions Your washing machine is intended for – use in the household only, – for washing machine-washable fabrics in washing lye, – operation with cold drinking water and commercially available detergents and cleaning products which are suitable for use in washing machines. -
Page 7: Introducing Your Washing Machine
Introducing your washing machine Adding detergent/cleaning product Dispenser I: Detergent for prewash or starch, Dispenser II: Detergent for main wash, soaking agent, water softener, bleach or stain remover, Dispenser M: Additives, e, g, fabric softener or former (do not fill above the lower edge of the insert 1). - Page 8 Control panel LED display and functions Programme selector Indicates the data of programmes, show the For switching the machine on and off and for Error information. selecting the programme. Can be rotated in either direction. Í Spin button: selects desired spin speed . The programme selector does not rotate while Tempetature button: selects desired the programme is running, the programme...
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Page 9: Before Using Your Washing Machine For The First Time
Before using your washing machine for the first time Preparing your Attention washing machine The washing machine must have been installed and connected properly (refer to page 38). ² The washing 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 laundry in the machine. -
Page 10: Preparing, Sorting And Loading The Washing
Preparing, sorting and loading the washing Preparing the washing Warning Loose debris (e.g. coins, paper clips, needles, nails) can damage items of clothing as well as parts of the washing machine (e.g. drum). Empty all pockets on items of clothing. ■... - Page 11 Degrees of dirt Lightly soiled No visible soiling or stains. Washing has probably absorbed body odour. – Light-weight summer clothing and sportswear worn for several hours. – T-shirts, shirts, blouses worn for up to one day. – Bed linen, guest towels used for one day. Normally soiled Visible soiling and/or a few light stains.
- Page 12 Removing stains Remove/pretreat stains as soon as possible after they have occurred. First dab with a soapy solution. Do not rub. Then select the appropriate programme and wash the item. Stubborn/dried in stains can sometimes only be removed by washing several times. Sorting washing according Only wash laundry that is labelled with the following to the instructions on the...
- Page 13 Loading the washing Risk of explosion! Items of clothing that have been pretreated with solvent-based cleaning agents, e.g. stain remover and dry cleaning spirit, represent an explosion hazard once loaded into the washing machine. Before loading the laundry, rinse thoroughly by hand. Warning Foreign objects in the drum may damage the laundry.
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Page 14: Detergents And Cleaning Products
Detergents and cleaning products Dosing detergent Risk of poisoning! Keep detergents and additives out of the reach of children. Dose detergent according to – the water hardness. You can find out the water hardness from your water utility company. – the amount of laundry. –... - Page 15 Adding detergent/ cleaning product Dispenser I Detergent for prewash or starch. Dispenser II Detergent for main wash, water softener, pre-soaking agent, bleach and stain removal product. Dispenser Cleaning product, e. g. fabric softener or fabric conditioner (do not fill above the lower edge of the insert 1: MAX).
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Page 16: Programmes And Functions
Programmes and functions Select the desired programme. For maximum spin speeds of the programmes see Page 18. Programme selector Basic programmes Cotton Quick e Eco 0 For hard-wearing textiles, e.g. made of cotton or linen. Cotton Prewash T Energy-intensive programme for heavily soiled hard- wearing textiles made from cotton or linen. - Page 17 Reduced spin speed. ² Wash white and coloured items separately. Do not wash new coloured washing with other washing. Silk n For delicate, washable textiles,e.g. silk,satin,synthetic materials or blended fabrics (e.g. curtains ). No subse- quent spin cycle with rinsing period. ²...
- Page 18 In the Easy-Care, Silk n and Wool l W programmes the washing machine spins at a low speed- for gentle treatment of delicate laundry. Maximum spin speeds Revolutions per minute Programme WAG16260IN Cotton Easy care Silk Wool...
- Page 19 LED display The LED display shows the data of programme which could to be set alternately before the programme starts, such as start in time, washing temperature, spin speed, etc; only remaining time is displayed after the programme starts. After the programme has ended, it displays " "...
- Page 20 Remaining time When the programme has been selected, the expected programme duration is displayed. Turn the programme selector to desired ■ programme. “wash/ready” control light flashes. LED dsplay shows the remaining time, e.g. 1:18= 1 hours and 18 minutes. When the programme has ended, it display " "...
- Page 21 Start in time Before a programme starts, you can specify by how many hours the start of the programme is to be delayed. Turn the programme selector to desired programme. “wash/ready” control light flashes. LED dsplay shows remaining time Press the “3” button. The LED shows “ ”...
- Page 22 Buzzer The acoustic signal indicates: – that additional functions (buttons) has been switched on or off, – individual programme statuses (e.g.end of programme), operating errors and faults and the Start Soaking A button has been switched on or off. Press the Start Soaking A button and turn the Signal for switching ■...
- Page 23 Childproof lock You can prevent your washing machine from the selected programme being changed inadvertently. If the childproof lock has been selected: – No changes can be made while the programme is running, – the symbol “ ” flashes if the setting of programme is inadvertently changed, –...
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Page 24: Washing
Washing Start programme Turn on water tap. ■ Turn the programme selector to the desired ■ programme. “wash/ready” indicator light flashes. If required, press the button for additional option. ■ The indicator light of the selected button is on. If required, set the spin speed ,Rinse hold function, ■... - Page 25 Changing the If you have accidentally selected the wrong programme programme If the childproof lock is active, temporarily ■ deactivate, see page 23. Turn the programme selector to Off. ■ Turn the programme selector to the desired ■ programme. “wash/ready” indicator light flashes. Press the Start Soaking A button.
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Page 26: When The Programme Has Ended
When the programme has Ended “spin/end” indicator light flashes ,the LED display shows " ". › If the childproof lock is active, temporarily ■ deactivate, see page 23. Turn the programme selector to Off. ■ ² If “Rinse hold” option was selected, the LED display shows “- - - -”. -
Page 27: Special Applications
Special applications Soaking Load laundry of the same colour. ■ Pour soaking agent into dispenser II according to ■ the manufacturer's instructions. Set the programme selector to Cotton Quick e. ■ Press the Start Soaking A button. ■ The programme starts. After approx. - Page 28 Dyeing Only use dyes that are environmentally compatible and suitable for use in washing machines. Caution Washing in subsequent wash cycles may become discoloured. Apply dyes according to the manufacturer's ■ instructions. After dyeing: ½ Pour approx. measuring beaker of detergent into ■...
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Page 29: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care Risk of electric shock! First, always disconnect the appliance from the power supply. Never clean the appliance with a water jet. Risk of explosion! Never clean the appliance with solvents. Clean the appliance As required: housing and control Use hot soapy water or a mild, non-abrasive ■... - Page 30 Cleaning the detergent In the event that residual detergents or additives have dispenser accumulated: Pull out the detergent drawer all the way, ■ press down the insert and ■ remove the detergent drawer. ■ Open the cover. ■ Clean the detergent drawer and cover under ■...
- Page 31 Cleaning the drain This is necessary if the washing solution has not been pump completely drained. The pump is blocked by either loose debris or fluff which accumulates if fluff-giving fabrics are washed. (Up to 20 litres. Have a suitable container ready.) Drain the water Risk of scalding! Allow the hot water to cool down beforehand.
- Page 32 Cleaning water inlet This is necessary if very little or no water flows into the strainers washing machine. First, reduce the water pressure in the inlet hose: Turn off the tap. ■ Turn the programme selector to any programme ■ (except Spin Empty [).
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Page 33: Troubleshooting Minor Faults
Troubleshooting Minor Faults Risk of electric shock! Repairs may be carried out by customer service or authorised technicians only. If repairs are needed, and assuming that you cannot eliminate the fault yourself with the aid the following table: Turn the programme selector to Off. ■... - Page 34 Fault Cause Remedial action Water does not enter the machine Tap not turned on. Turn the tap on. or detergent is not washed away. Inlet hose kinked or pinched. The “wash/ready ” and “spin/end” Filter blocked in water inlet hose. Clean the strainer;...
- Page 35 Fault Cause Remedial action The programme takes longer than Not a fault. Wash large and small items usual. Imbalance compensation system is together in order to reduce the attempts to balance the laundry by imbalance. repeated distribution. The foam detection feature has Adjust the detergent dosage for the activated an additional rinsing cycle next wash cycle.
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Page 36: Consumption Values
Consumption values Normal programme Load Consumption values** Programme duration Power Water 5,0 kg 0.27 kWh 40 l 0:39 h Cotton Quick e 5,0 kg 0.23 kWh 47 l 1:18 h Cotton Eco 0 Cotton Hygiene ; * 5,0 kg 0.76 kWh 47 l 2:28 h 5,0 kg... -
Page 37: Customer Service
Customer service Before you call customer service, please check whether you can eliminate the fault yourself (see from page 33). A technician who is called out to give advice will charge you, even if the appliance is still under guarantee. You can find your nearest customer service in the enclosed address list. -
Page 38: Installing, Connecting And Transporting
Installation instructions Installing, connecting and transporting Safety instructions Risk of injury! The washing machine is heavy. Take care when lifting Caution Frozen hoses may tear/burst. Do not install the washing machine in an area where there is a risk of frost or outdoors. - Page 39 Standard accessories – Water-inlet hose. – Water drainage hose – Elbow for attaching the drain hose e.g. into a wash basin. – Power cord. – Covers for holes left by removing the transport bolts. Depending on the connection situation, the following part is also required: Ø...
- Page 40 Installation surface Appliance stability is important so that the washing machine does not "wander" during the spin cycles. The installation surface must be solid and level. Soft floor coverings, e. g. carpets or floor coverings with a foam backing are not suitable. If the washing machine is to be installed on a wooden floor: If possible, install the washing machine in a corner.
- Page 41 Removing the Caution transportation The transport bolts must always be removed before protection devices using the appliance for the first time and must be retained for any subsequent transport (e.g. when moving). Release all screws A using the A/F 13 wrench until ■...
- Page 42 Hose and-cable lengths Connection on left side 100cm 140cm Connection on right side 150cm 110cm Available from specialist dealers: Other hoses – Extended supply hose (approx. 2.20 m).
- Page 43 Connecting the water Risk of electric shock! To prevent leaks or water damage, it is essential to follow the instructions in this chapter! Water inlet hose Warning Operate the washing machine with cold drinking water only. Do not connect to the mixer tap of an unpressurised hot-water apparatus.
- Page 44 Water drainage hose Warning Do not bend or pull the water drainage hose. Height difference between the placement area and drainage point: maximum 100 cm. Drainage into a siphon: Ø Secure connection point with 24-40 mm hose ■ clip (specialist outlet). Drainage into a wash basin: Warning The plug must not block the drain of the wash basin.
- Page 45 Connecting the power Caution Connect the washing machine only to an alternating current via a correctly installed earthed socket. The mains voltage must correspond to the voltage specification on the washing machine (nameplate). Connection specifications as well as the required fuses are stipulated on the appliance nameplate.
- Page 46 Transport, e. g. when Before transporting the washing machine: moving – Turn off the tap. – Reduce the water pressure in the water inlet hose (refer to page 32). – Drain any residual washing solution (refer to page 31). – Disconnect the washing machine from the mains. –...
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