User manual BOSCH WAE24368GB

[. . . ] 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. Further information: 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). [. . . ] Further information: 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). 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/EEC 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 domestic use only, for washing 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 customer 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 Read these instructions and the separate installation instructions before operating the washing machine. Po Compartment II: Detergent for the main wash, water softener, bleach, stain remover Compartment : Fabric softener, starch Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wash (*depending on the model) Contents Page Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Setting and adjusting the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4 After washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Individual settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/6 Important information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Overview of programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Consumption values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Information on the display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Programmes Detailed overview of programmes page 7. Spin speed can be selected individually, irrespective of the selected programme and programme progress. Cottons + Prewash Mixed Load SuperQuick 15’ Rinse/ Spin Hard-wearing fabrics Hard-wearing fabrics, pre-wash at 30 °C Different types of laundry Short programme Laundry washed by hand, Aqua Plus button activated; if only using the spin cycle, deactivate the button Drain rinsing water for Rinse Hold (without final spin) Hand/machine-washable wool Delicate washable fabrics Easy-care fabrics Additional functions Spin speed* Display panel/ Options button Start/ Reload P Protection of the environment/Conservation tips – Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of laundry for the relevant programme. – Wash normally soiled laundry without a pre-wash. – Instead of Cottons 90 °C, choose the programme Cottons 60 °C with the additional function EcoPerfect. Comparable cleaning result with significantly lower energy consumption. – Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's instructions and water hardness. – If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select the spin speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer. Drain / Wool Delicate/Silk Easy-Care Programme sequence 1 - 24h Ready in Programme end after Childproof lock, washin 1 2 Before washing for the first time Wash once without any laundry page 9. Washing Removing the washing Open the washing machine door and remove the washing. If Rinse Hold (without final spin) is active: Turn the programme selector to Drain or select the spin speed. Press Start/Reload. Sorting and loading laundry Follow the manufacturer's care information. [. . . ] Can be opened by emergency release only?Is Rinse Hold (without final spin) selected?Clean the detergent solution pump page 10. Clean the waste pipe and/or drainage hose. [. . . ]