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Bosch WAJ20170ZA User Manual And Installation Instructiions

Bosch WAJ20170ZA User Manual And Installation Instructiions

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  • Page 1 Washing machine WAJ20170ZA, WAJ2017SZA [en] User manual and installation instructions...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Safety ..........   4 9 Programmes .......    23 1.1 General information.... 4 10 Accessories......   25 1.2 Intended use....... 4 1.3 Restriction on user group... 4 11 Laundry........   25 1.4 Safe installation ...... 5 11.1 Preparing the laundry ..... 25 1.5 Safe use ........ 7 12 Detergents and care 1.6 Safe cleaning and mainten-...
  • Page 3 17 Troubleshooting.......    33 17.1 Emergency release .... 41 18 Transportation, storage and disposal ........   41 18.1 Removing the appliance .. 41 18.2 Inserting the transit bolts.. 41 18.3 Using the appliance again .. 41 18.4 Disposing of old appliance .. 42 19 Customer Service.....    42 19.1 Product number (E-Nr.) and production number (FD).. 42 20 Consumption values....
  • Page 4: Safety

    en Safety 1 Safety Observe the following safety instructions. 1.1 General information ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. ¡ Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner. ¡ Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit. 1.2 Intended use Only use this appliance: ¡...
  • Page 5: Safe Installation

    Safety en 1.4 Safe installation Take note of the safety instructions when installing the appliance. WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Improper installation is dangerous. ▶ Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate. ▶ Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating cur- rent only via a properly installed socket with earthing.
  • Page 6 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! The high weight of the appliance may result in injury when lifted. ▶ Do not lift the appliance on your own. If this appliance is not correctly installed in a washer-dryer stack, the installed appliance may fall. ▶...
  • Page 7: Safe Use

    Safety en ▶ Wear protective gloves when installing and transporting the ap- pliance. 1.5 Safe use WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous. ▶ Never operate a damaged appliance. ▶ Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance. Always unplug the appliance at the mains.
  • Page 8 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of poisoning! Detergents and care products may result in poisoning if con- sumed. ▶ If accidentally swallowed, seek medical advice. ▶ Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children. WARNING ‒ Risk of explosion! Laundry that has been pretreated with cleaning agents that con- tain solvents may cause an explosion in the appliance.
  • Page 9: Safe Cleaning And Maintenance

    Safety en 1.6 Safe cleaning and maintenance Take note of the safety instructions when cleaning and performing maintenance work on the appliance. WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. ▶ Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff.
  • Page 10: Preventing Material Damage

    en Preventing material damage Make sure that the length of the ▶ Preventing material damage 2 Preventing material thread on the connection to the water tap is at least 10 mm. damage If the water pressure is too high or too low, the appliance may not be Follow these instructions to avoid ma- Preventing material damage able to operate properly.
  • Page 11: Environmental Protection And Saving Energy

    Environmental protection and saving energy en Remove all detergent residue, Set the maximum spin speed if you ▶ spray residue or other residues im- want to dry the laundry in the tumble mediately if they come into contact dryer afterwards. with the appliance. a The drier the laundry, the shorter the programme duration when dry- ing which, in turn, reduces energy...
  • Page 12: Installation And Connection

    en Installation and connection Replace the accessories in ques- ▶ Installation and connection 4 Installation and con- tion before operating the appli- ance. nection → "Accessories", Page 25 Installation and connection Note: The appliance has been tested 4.1 Unpacking the appliance at the factory to check it is in working order.
  • Page 13 Installation and connection en 4.4 Removing the transit Installation loca- Requirements tion bolts Base Secure the appli- The appliance is secured for trans- ance with fixing portation using transit bolts on the brackets rear of the appliance. → Page 25. Note: Keep the transit bolt screws and the sleeves in a safe place for fu- ture transport → Page 41.
  • Page 14: Removing The Transport Struts

    en Installation and connection Pull the power cable out of the Press down on the 4 cover caps. holder. 4.5 Removing the transport Remove the 4 sleeves. struts Unscrew and remove the screws in the vertical transport struts using a T20 screwdriver. Put on the 4 cover caps.
  • Page 15: Connecting The Appliance

    Installation and connection en Note: Observe the draining heights. 4.6 Connecting the appliance The maximum draining height is Connecting the water inlet hose 100 cm. Connect the water inlet hose. Siphon Secure the con- nection point with a (24–40 mm) hose clamp. Sink Fix and secure the water outlet hose with an el- → Page 25.
  • Page 16: Connecting The Appliance To The Electricity Supply

    en Installation and connection To align the appliance, turn the ap- pliance feet. Check that the appli- ance is level using a spirit level. All appliance feet must stand firmly on the ground. Screw the lock nuts tightly against the housing using a WAF 17 wrench.
  • Page 17: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.1 Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here. On certain models, specific details such as the colour and shape may differ from those pictured.
  • Page 18: Detergent Drawer

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.2 Detergent drawer Compartment II: ¡ Detergent for main wash ¡ Water softener ¡ Bleach ¡ Stain remover Compartment ¡ Fabric softener ¡ Liquid starch ¡ Waterproofing agent Compartment I: ¡ Detergent for prewash ¡ Hygiene detergent 5.3 Control panel You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status.
  • Page 19: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time en Start the first wash cycle or set the Before using for the first time 6 Before using for the programme selector to Off to switch off the appliance. first time → "Basic operation", Page 26 Prepare the appliance for use. Before using for the first time 6.1 Starting an empty wash- ing cycle...
  • Page 20: Display

    en Display Display 7 Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Display Display Designation More information 0:40 Programme dura- Approximate expected programme dura- tion/programme tion or programme time remaining. time remaining "Ready in" time → "Buttons", Page 22 7,0 kg Recommended The maximum load capacity for the selec- load...
  • Page 21 Display en Display Designation More information End of pro- Programme status gramme Childproof lock ¡ lights up: The childproof lock is activ- ated. ¡ flashes: The childproof lock is activated and the appliance has been operated. → "Deactivating the childproof lock", Page 28 SpeedPerfect Short wash activated.
  • Page 22: Buttons

    en Buttons Buttons 8 Buttons The selection of programme settings depends on the programme that is set. Buttons You can see the selection options for each programme in the overview for . Button Selection More information Start / Reload ¡ Start Start, cancel or pause the pro- gramme.
  • Page 23: Programmes

    Programmes en Programmes 9 Programmes Programmes Note: The laundry's care labels provide you with additional information about programme selection. Care symbols on the care labels Programme Description Max. load (kg) Cottons Wash hard-wearing items made from cotton, linen or blended fabrics. Also suitable as a short programme for normally soiled laundry when you activate SpeedPerfect Programme setting: ¡...
  • Page 24 en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) Note: Wash especially delicate items or items with hooks, eyelets or clips in a mesh laundry bag. Programme setting: ¡ Max. °C ¡ Max. 800 rpm ⁠ W ool  Hand- or machine-washable items that are made from wool or contain wool.
  • Page 25: Accessories

    Laundry – Tie together longer drawstrings, Note: More detailed instructions for and tie cords with solid end- use can be found on www.bosch- home.com or by scanning the QR pieces in hoods or trousers – Remove curtain hooks and lead code on the title page of this user manual.
  • Page 26: Detergents And Care

    Notes ted. ¡ More detailed instructions for use → "Installation and connection", can be found on www.bosch- Page 12 home.com or by scanning the QR code on the title page of this user Turn the programme selector to a ▶...
  • Page 27: Adding Detergent And Care Product

    Basic operation en Press Ready in repeatedly until 13.5 Adding detergent and the display indicates the desired care product "Ready in" time. Note: Observe the information about Press Start / Reload detergents and care products The changed "Ready in" time is ac- → Page 26. tivated. Pull out the detergent drawer.
  • Page 28: Resuming The Programme When The Programme Status Is Rinse Hold

    Note: You can find further information in the digital instruction manual by scanning the QR code in the table of contents or on www.bosch- home.com. Leave the appliance door and de- tergent drawer open so that resid- ual water can evaporate.
  • Page 29: Cleaning And Servicing

    Note: You can find further information in the digital instruction manual by scanning the QR code in the table of contents or on www.bosch- home.com. 16.1 Cleaning the drum Pull out the insert upwards. CAUTION...
  • Page 30: Cleaning The Drain Pump

    en Cleaning and servicing Fit the insert and click it into place. Open and remove the service flap. Clean the opening for the deter- Slide a sufficiently large container gent drawer. under the opening. Push in the detergent drawer. Take the drain hose out of the holder.
  • Page 31 Cleaning and servicing en Cleaning the drain pump CAUTION - Risk of scalding! When you wash at high temperat- Requirement: The drain pump is ures, the detergent solution gets empty. → Page 30 hot. Since water may remain in the Do not touch the hot detergent ▶...
  • Page 32 en Cleaning and servicing Insert and close the service flap.
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting en Troubleshooting 17 Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot- Troubleshooting ing information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unneces- sary costs. WARNING Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist ▶...
  • Page 34 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting "E:36 / -10" Ensure that the pump cap is screwed in all the way ▶ into the appliance. The handle on the pump cap must be in a vertical position. → "Cleaning the drain pump", Page 31 "E:36 / -25 / -26"...
  • Page 35 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting All other error codes. Malfunction Call the after-sales service. ▶ → "Customer Service", Page 42 "E:30/-20" Solenoid valve defective. Call the after-sales service. ▶ → "Customer Service", Page 42 Detergent dosage is too high. Reduce the amount of detergent for the next wash- ▶...
  • Page 36 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The door cannot The temperature is too high. be opened. Wait until the temperature has dropped. ▶ → "Cancelling the programme", Page 27 ▶ Water level is too high. Start the Drain  programme. ▶ Power failure. Open the door using the emergency release. ▶...
  • Page 37 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Water is not flowing The water inlet hose is kinked or jammed. in. Detergent is not Ensure that the water inlet hose is not kinked or ▶ being dispensed. jammed. The spin cycle runs The unbalanced load detection system eliminates an several times.
  • Page 38 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Drum does not turn, Load detection is active. water does not flow in. Not a fault – no action required. ▶ Note: The load detection can take up to two minutes. Heavy foam build-up Detergent dosage is too high. Immediate measure: Mix one tablespoon of fabric ▶...
  • Page 39 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Loud noises during Secure the appliance feet. Aligning the appliance ▶ the spin cycle. Transit bolts have not been removed. Removing the transit bolts ▶ Banging noises, rat- Foreign bodies have got into the drain pump. tling in the drain → "Cleaning the drain pump", Page 30 ▶...
  • Page 40 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The spin result is not Start the Spin  programme. ▶ satisfactory. The laun- Unbalance load detection system is using a reduced dry is too wet/too spin speed to eliminate an unbalance. damp. Redistribute the laundry in the drum. ▶...
  • Page 41: Emergency Release

    18.1 Removing the appliance → "Before using for the first time", Note: More detailed instructions for Page 19. use can be found on www.bosch- home.com or by scanning the QR code on the title page of this user manual. Turn off the water tap.
  • Page 42: Disposing Of Old Appliance

    en Customer Service 18.4 Disposing of old appli- Customer Service 19 Customer Service ance If you have any queries on use, are Customer Service Valuable raw materials can be re- unable to rectify faults on the appli- used by recycling. ance yourself or if your appliance needs to be repaired, contact Cus- WARNING tomer Service.
  • Page 43: Consumption Values

    Consumption values en Consumption values 20 Consumption values The indicated consumption values are approximate. Consumption values The values may deviate from the indicated values depending on water pres- sure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room temperature, type of laun- dry, amount and soiling of laundry, detergent used, fluctuations in the mains voltage and selected settings.
  • Page 44 en Technical specifications Water pressure ¡ Minimum: 100 kPa (1 bar) ¡ Maximum: 1000 kPa (10 bar) Length of the wa- 150 cm ter inlet hose Length of the wa- 150 cm ter outlet hose Length of the 160 cm power cable Depending on the appliance spe- cifications...
  • Page 48 Expert advice for your Bosch home appliances, help with problems or a repair from Bosch experts. Find out everything about the many ways Bosch can support you: www.bosch-home.com/service Contact data of all countries are listed in the attached service direct- ory.

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