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Washing machine WAY28540EE Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions...
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Please take a couple of minutes to read and become familiar with the advantages of your washing machine. To meet the high quality demands of the Bosch brand, each washing machine, which leaves our factory, is inspected thoroughly to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
Intended use B e f o r e wa s h i n g Ø For use in the household only. Ø The washing machine is suitable for washing machine- washable textiles and hand-washable wool in wash liquor. Ø The washing machine is suitable to be operated with cold drinking water and commercially available detergents and care products which are suitable for use in washing machines.
Safety instructions ã Warning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord. – Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only. ã...
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ã Warning! Risk of explosion! Items of washing pretreated with solvent detergents, e.g. stain remover/petroleum ether, may cause an explosion when the washing machine has been loaded. Before hand thoroughly rinse items of washing by hand. ã Caution! Danger of scalding! When washing at high temperatures, you may be scalded if you touch the hot wash liquor (e.g.
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ã Caution! Risk of coming into contact with liquid detergents/care products! If the detergent drawer is opened while the washing machine is running, detergent/care product may spray out. Caution when opening the detergent drawer. In case of eye/skin contact, rinse thoroughly. If accidentally swallowed, seek medical advice.
Protection of the environment Packaging/Old appliance 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.
Detergent drawer Dispenser I Detergent for prewash Softener, starch. Do not exceed the maximum load. Dispenser Dispenser II Detergent for main wash, water softener, bleach, stain remover Dispenser A for dosing liquid detergent (not for all models) For models with insert for liquid detergent: ²...
Operating elements/Display elements ² All buttons are sensitive, they only need to be touched gently. Press the main switch button. Flot antiarrugas/anti vincos Switch on and off the appliance. (Rinse Hold) Programme selector – can be rotated in Display panel for settings and informa- r Select inicio/pausa carga either direction.
The main points in brief Insert mains plug. Open the washing To switch on, press Select the pro- Turn the tap on. machine door. gramme, e.g. button. Algodón/Algodão (Cottons). Sort the washing. Insert the washing. Do not exceed maximum load. FODFN Open the detergent Dose detergent according to dosing recommen-...
Before each washing Op e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e ² – Install and connect washing machine properly. Refer to ~ Page 43 – Before the 1st wash, wash once without any washing. ~ Page 53 1.
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2. Preparing the appliance Insert mains plug. Turn on water tap. 3. Selecting programme and loading laundry in the drum Open the washing machine door. Check whether the drum has been completely emptied. If required, empty. Otherwise, the load display may malfunction. ~ Page 31 Press the button.
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Select a programme. You can use the displayed programme or select another programme, Programme overview, refer to ~ Page 23, Insert the washing. The load screen for the selected programme (e.g. for Cottons) is indicated on the display panel. The load screen is indicated when the door is opened or when the amount of washing is changed.
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Ø = 40 % of the recommendation of the detergent manufacturer Ù = 60 % Ú = 75 % Û = 100 % – Soiling. – Water hardness (depending on model can be determined using enclosed water hardness strip or is available from your water utility company).
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² – If the buttons are held down, the set values automatically run × Ö through ( downwards, upwards). – The respective programme duration is displayed by selecting the programme. The programme duration is adjusted while the programme is running if the programme duration requires changing, e.g.
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6. Starting the programme Ø Select inicio/pausa carga (Start/Reload) . The indicator light is on.
Washing Programme sequence While the programme is running, the programme progress is indicated on the display panel via corresponding symbols and a progress bar. The bar progresses in the course of the wash cycles. á The combined symbol indicates the following programme states: Pre-wash ß...
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The activated childproof lock is indicated on the display panel by the symbol If the programme selector is adjusted or a button is selected while the childproof lock is active, the symbol flashes briefly. Ø Topping up laundry When the programme has started, washing can be reloaded or taken out as required.
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1. Select inicio/pausa carga (Start/Reload) 2. Select Centrif. adicional (Spin) or (Drain). 3. Select inicio/pausa carga (Start/Reload) Ø End of programme by Rinse Hold. Programme stops in the last rinse cycle. – Select inicio/pausa carga (Start/Reload) The programme continues with the drain and spin cycles (if required change spin speed).
After washing Open washing machine door and remove washing. ² – Do not leave any items of washing in the drum. In the next wash they may shrink or discolour something else. – Remove any foreign objects from the drum and the rubber seal –...
Programme overview The presettings of the pro- grammes are highlighted in bold. Programme/Type of washing Settings/Information Name of the programme max. load Õ Brief explanation of the programme and selectable temperature as °C for which textiles it is suitable. selectable spin speeds in rpm, the max.
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The presettings of the pro- grammes are highlighted in bold. Programme/Type of washing Settings/Information Delicado/Seda (Delicates/Silk) max. 2 kg For delicate, washable textiles, e.g. made cold – 30 – 40 °C of silk, satin, synthetic fibres or blended 0 ... 600 ... 800 rpm ²...
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The presettings of the pro- grammes are highlighted in bold. Programme/Type of washing Settings/Information (Drain) the rinsing water, e.g. after Rinse Hold (without final spin cycle). R. de cama (Dark Wash/Jeans) max. 3.5 kg Dark textiles made of cotton and dark cold –...
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The presettings of the pro- grammes are highlighted in bold. Programme/Type of washing Settings/Information Camisas/Business (Shirts/Blouses) max. 2 kg Non-iron shirts/blouses made of cotton, cold – 40 – 60 °C linen, synthetics fibres or blended fabrics. 0 ... 800 rpm At the (Easy-Iron) setting, shirts/ blouses are given a short spin only,...
Programme settings Depending on the programme, you can use the programme settings to adjust the washing process even more efficiently to your items of washing. Programme settings: ² – are active without acknowledgement. – not retained after appliance is switched off. –...
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Buttons Notes Pre-wash For heavily soiled washing. Pour detergent into dispensers I and II. Ý Ë Extra Rinse Additional rinse cycles depending on the pro- Ý Ì ² gramme, prolonged programme duration. Rinse cycle Ý Í Rinse cycles Recommended application: for particularly sensi- Rinse cycles tive skin and/or in areas with very soft water.
Consumption values Programme Load Energy Water *** Programme consumption *** duration *** Cottons 30 °C * 8 kg 0.38 kWh 76 l 2:35 h Cottons 40 °C * 8 kg 0.97 kWh 76 l 2:45 h Cottons 60 °C * 8 kg 1.31 kWh 76 l...
Appliance settings The ajustes basicos 3s. (basic settings 3 sec.) buttons Ö Ö (Temperature and Spin ), can be used to change the set values, e.g. the volume of the button signals. Simultaneously hold down ajustes basicos 3s. (basic settings 3 sec.) buttons for approx.
Sensors – Your washing machine is so intelligent Load adjust Depending on the type of textile and load, the load adjust optimally adjusts the water consumption in each programme. Load sensor/Load display The load sensor detects the load level in the washing machine when the door is open.
Care and maintenance C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e ã Warning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. Switch off the appliance.
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Cleaning the detergent drawer If it contains detergent or fabric softener residue: Pull out, depress insert, take out drawer all the way. Take out insert: using your finger, press insert upwards. Clean detergent dispenser and insert with water and a brush and dry.
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Remove sealing cap, allow detergent solution to flow out. Have a suitable container ready. Push up the closing cap and place the drain hose back in its holder. Note: Residual water may run out. Carefully unscrew the pump cover. Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housing (fan impeller in the detergent-solution pump must rotate).
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Filter blocked in water inlet hose First, release water pressure in the supply hose: Turn off the tap! Select any programme (except Spin/Drain). Select inicio/pausa carga (Start/Reload) . Leave programme for approx. 40 seconds. Press the button. Appliance is switched off. Pull out the mains plug! Clean the filter: Disconnect the hose from the water tap.
Emergency lock release, e.g. if power failure occurs The programme continues running when the power supply is restored. If the washing is still to be removed, the door can be opened as described below: ã Warning! Danger of scalding! Wash liquor and washing may be hot. If touched, there is a risk of scalding.
Information on the display panel Display Cause/Remedy ²»¾Â´ ³¾¾Á – Washing may be caught. select inicio/pausa carga (Start/Reload) A. Please open and close washing machine door again and – If required, shut washing machine door or remove washing and shut again. –...
Faults, what to do? Faults Cause/Remedy Water is running out. – Correctly attach/replace drainage hose. – Tighten screw-fitting on the supply hose. – inicio/pausa carga (Start/Reload) A not selected? Water not flowing in. Detergent not dis- – Tap not open? pensed.
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Faults Cause/Remedy Display panel/indi- – Power failure? cator lights do not – Fuse tripped? Switch on/replace fuse. – If the fault occurs repeatedly, call customer service. ~ Page 40 function while the appliance is running. The programme – Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system adjusts imbal- takes longer than ance by repeatedly distributing the washing.
Customer service If you cannot rectify the fault yourself, Faults, what to do? ~ Page 38, please contact our customer service. We will always finds a suitable solution to avoid unnecessary visits by technicians. Please give customer service the product number (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD) of the appliance.
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Installation ² Humidity in the drum is caused by the final inspection. Secure installation ã Warning! Risk of injury! – The washing machine is heavy – caution: take care when lifting it. – If the washing machine is raised by protruding components (e.g.
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ã Warning! Risk of injury! – The washing machine is heavy – caution: take care when lifting it. – If the washing machine is raised by protruding components (e.g. washing machine door), the components may break off and cause injuries. Do not lift the washing machine by its projecting parts.
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Installing the appliance on a base or on a wooden joist ceiling ã Warning! Washing machine may be damaged!! The washing machine may wander during the spin cycle and topple/fall off the base. Always secure the washing machine feet with fixing brackets.
Remove transportation protection devices ã Caution! Washing machine may be damaged! Transit bolts which have not been removed may damage e.g. the drum while the washing machine is running. Before using the appliance for the first time, remove the 4 transportation protection devices completely and keep in a safe place.
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Loosen and remove all 4 transportation lock screws. Take the power cord out of the holders. Remove sleeves. Prepare/separate cover. Insert covers. ² Lock covers firmly by pressing on the locking hook. Insert hose holder. Secure hoses in the hose holders.
Connecting the water ã Warning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. Do not immerse Aqua-Stop safety device in water (contains an electric valve). ² – To prevent leakage or water damage, follow the instructions in this chapter! –...
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on the appliance: for Standard and Aqua-Secure models Carefully turn on the tap and check that the connection points are not leaking. ² Screw connection is under water pipe pressure. Water drainage hose ² – Do not kink or protract the the water supply hose. –...
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Installing the drainage hose: Drainage into a siphon ã Warning! Water damage possible! If the drainage hose slips off the siphon connection due to high water pressure when draining the washing machine, leaking water may cause damage. Connection point must be secured with hose clip, Ø...
Alignment Loosen lock nut in a clockwise direction with a wrench. Check alignment of the washing machine with a spirit level and, if required, correct. Adjust the height by rotating the foot. ² All four feet must be firmly on the floor. The washing machine must not wobble! Tighten the lock nut against the housing.
Electrical connection Electrical safety ã Warning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord. – Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only. –...
Before the 1st washing The washing machine was inspected thoroughly 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. ² The washing machine must have been installed and connected properly.
Transportation, e.g. if moving house Preparatory work Turn off the tap. Release the water pressure in the supply hose. Maintenance – Filter in the water inlet hose Drain any residual detergent solution. Maintenance – Drain pump blocked ~ Page 33 Isolate the washing machine from the power supply.
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Information on the display Installation, 43 panel, 37 Installing transportation Inserting protection devices, 54 the laundry, 14, 16 Intended use, 4 the laundry, 15 Load adjust, 31 Load sensor/Load display, 31 Maintenance, 32 Old appliance, 8 Packaging, 8 Programme sequence, 19 Pre-wash, 11, 17, 28 Programme settings, 16, 23, 27...
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Calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence per minute. 01450 2655 Please find the contact data of all countries in the enclosed customer service list. Robert Bosch, Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34 81739 München DEUTSCHLAND 9000803946...