User manual BOSCH WAA28168GB

[. . . ] Your washing machine Congratulations You have opted for a modern, high-quality domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. This washing machine is distinguished by its economical water and energy consumption. Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition. For further information and a selection of our products go to our web site: www. bosch-home. com You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service here or in the after-sales service directory (depending on model), see also Installation Instructions, page 7. [. . . ] If you cannot correct a fault yourself or a repair is required: ­ Turn the programme selector to Off and remove the mains plug from the socket. ­ Turn off the water supply and call the after-sales service Installation instructions. Spin cycle performed several times. Residual water in the compartment for care products. Foam escaping from the detergent drawer. Washing machine Type of laundry Instruction manual en 30, 40, 60, 90 °C 60 °C 60 °C 30, 40, 60 °C °C Observe the safety instructions on page 8. Read these instructions and the separate installation instructions before operating the washing machine. 7 8 9 10 11 Your washing machine Congratulations You have opted for a modern, high-quality domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. This washing machine is distinguished by its economical water and energy consumption. Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition. For further information and a selection of our products go to our web site: www. bosch-home. com You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service here or in the after-sales service directory (depending on model), see also Installation Instructions, page 7. ­ GB 0844 8928979 Calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence per minute. A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply. ­ IE 01450 2655 Environmentally friendly waste disposal All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with environmental guidelines. This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and reuse of used appliances. Intended use for use in the household only, for machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool in detergent solution, to be operated with cold drinking water and commercially available detergents and care products which are suitable for use in washing machines. . Preparation Correct installation according to the separate Installation instructions. Checking the machine ­ Never use a damaged machine. ­ Inform the after-sales service. ­ Do not leave children unattended near the washing machine. ­ The washing machine is not to be used by children or persons not familiar with the operating instructions. ­ Keep pets away from the washing machine. Connecting the mains plug Make sure your hands are dry. Take hold of the plug only. Turning the tap on Compartment II: Detergent for the main wash, water softener, bleach, stain remover Compartment : Fabric softener, starch Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wash Po Contents Page Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Setting and adjusting the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4 After washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Individual settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Important information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Overview of programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Consumption values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Before washing for the first time/Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Information to indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Programmes Detailed overview of programmes Cottons Cottons Intensive Stains Cottons + Prewash Rinse Spin Drain Wool Delicates Easy-Care (*spin speed depending on model) page 7. Start Additional function* Status indicators hard-wearing fabrics hard-wearing fabrics hard-wearing fabrics, prewash at 30 °C with subsequent spin cycle laundry washed by hand the rinsing water hand/machine-washable textiles delicate washable fabrics easy-care fabrics Program Environmental protection/Conservation tips ­ Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of laundry for the relevant programme. ­ Wash normally soiled washing without a pre-wash. ­ Instead of Cottons 90 °C, choose the programme Cottons 60 °C Intensive Stains. Comparable cleaning result with significantly lower energy consumption. [. . . ] Clean the detergent solution pump page 10. Clean the waste pipe and/or drainage hose. Not a fault - water below the visible area. Not a fault - the unbalanced-load detection system has cancelled the spin cycle because of uneven distribution of the laundry. [. . . ]