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Your washing machine
Intended use
Congratulations you have opted for a modern, high-quality
for domestic use only,
domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. The washing machine
for machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool
is distinguished by its economical water- and energy consumption.
in detergent solution,
Each machine that leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly to
to be operated with cold drinking water and commer-
ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
cially available detergents and care products which are
suitable for use in washing machines.
Further information: www.bosch-home.com
when determining the dosage of all washing powders,
additives and cleaning agents, you must follow the
manufacturer's instructions.
Environmentally friendly waste disposal
– Do not leave children unattended near the
All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with
washing machine.
environmental guidelines.
– The washing machine is not to be used by
This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive
children or persons not familiar with the
2002/96/EEC on waste electrical and electronic equipment
operating instructions.
(WEEE).
– Keep pets away from the washing machine.
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection
and reuse of used appliances.
Contents
Page
Intended use .......................................................................................1
Programmes .......................................................................................1
Programmes
Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3
Detailed overview of programmes –> page 7.
Washing ...........................................................................................3/4
Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually,
After washing ......................................................................................4
depending on the selected programme and programme
progress.
Individual settings ..............................................................................5
Important information ....................................................................... 6
Cottons
Overview of programmes ................................................................7
hard-wearing fabrics
Cottons Stains
Safety instructions .............................................................................8
Cottons Eco
Consumption values .........................................................................8
Care .....................................................................................................9
Delicate/Silk
delicate washable fabrics
Information on the display panel ....................................................9
Wool
hand-/machine-washable wool
Maintenance .................................................................................... 10
What to do if... .................................................................................. 11
Easy-Care
easy-care fabrics
Dark Load
dark textiles
Rinse/
with subsequent spin cycle; for hand-
Freshen up
washed items, starching or freshen up
Environmental protection/Conservation tips
items –> page 6.
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of
Spin
washing washed by hand
laundry for the relevant programme.
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a pre-wash.
Gentle Spin
washing washed by hand at reduced
– Instead of
Cottons 90°C, choose the programme
spin speed
Cottons Eco 60 °C. Comparable cleaning result with
Drain
the rinsing water if
significantly lower energy consumption.
Mixed Load
different types of laundry
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's
instructions and water hardness.
Express 15´
short programme
– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select the spin
speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Sportswaer
textiles made of microfibres
Skin Care
hard-wearing fabrics
1
Preparation
Before washing for the first time
Wash once without any laundry –> page 9.
Sorting and loading laundry
Correct installation according to the
separate Installation instructions.
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
According to the information on the care labels.
Checking the machine
According to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load –> page 7.
– Never use a damaged machine.
Follow important instructions –> page 6.
– Inform the after-sales service.
Insert large and small items of laundry.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap items of laundry
Connecting the mains
between the washing machine door and the rubber seal.
plug
Add detergent and care products
Make sure your hands are dry.
Take hold of the plug only.
Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturer's instructions.
Turning the tap on
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Compartment II: Detergent for the main wash, water softener,
Dilute thick fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
bleach, stain remover
This prevents blockages.
Compartment
: Fabric softener, starch
Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wash
Setting** and adjusting programmes
buttons –> Individual settings, page 5.
Additional
Display panel/
Start/
Programme selector
functions
Pause
options buttons
- 90
Temp. °C
Selecting the temperature (
= cold)
occurs
1 - 24h
Ready in
Programme ends in ...
rpm
- 1200*
Select the spin speed (* depending on the model) or
(no final
spin, laundry soaks in the last rinsing water)
Status displays
Programme progress displays
Washing, Rinse, Spin, End
-0-
2
Washing
Removing the washing
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If
(without final spin) is active: Turn the programme
selector to
Select Start/Pause
Detergent drawer with
compartments I, II,
Drum
Turning the tap off
Control panel
Washing machine
Measure accordingly:
door
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
1
End of programme when ...
Additional functions and options
... the
All buttons are sensitive,
display panel.
they only need to be
touched gently! If the
Changing the programme, if ...
options buttons are
touched for longer, the
setting options run
3
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
automatically!
– Reselect the programme.
– Select
Programme selector for
switching the machine on
Interrupting the programme
and off and for selecting
Service flap
the programme. Can be
2
turned in either direction.
Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing: Select
Select
Start/Pause
Washing machine door remains locked.
– Select Off.
– Select
– Select
Washing
3
Individual settings
Options buttons
Drain or select the spin speed.
The spin speed and temperature can be changed before and during the selected programme
.
runs. The effects depend on the programme progress.
– Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.
Temp. in °C
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent
You can change the displayed washing temperature. The maximum washing temperature
drawer open so that any residual water can
that can be selected depends on the programme that has been set.
evaporate.
Ready in
The respective programme duration is displayed by selecting the programme. The
programme start can be delayed before the programme begins. The Ready in- time can be
set in hour- steps up to a maximum of 24 hours. Press the
until the required number of hours is displayed (h = hour). Select Start/Pause
rpm
(Spin speed in rpm/no final spin)
You can change the displayed spin speed. The maximum selectable spin speed depends on
the model and on which programme is currently selected.
Additional function
–> and overview of programmes, see page 7
Intensive
Extension of the washing time for a more intensive washing of highly
soiled washing or 6.5 kg of cottons and coloureds.
Prewash
For heavily soiled, hard-wearing washing, e.g. made of cotton or linen.
Prewash at 30 °C.
Start/Pause
For starting or interrupting the programme.
Signal
1.
Activating the mode
for setting the signal
Start/Pause flashes and -0- is displayed on the
volume
•
press and hold
Set to
1 step, the
display panel
lights up
Button signals
Information signals
Start/Pause.
2.
Setting the
volume for ...
direct
Setting the
1 step
Setting the
Rinse/Freshen up.
* you may need to select
volume*
volume*
the function several times.
Spin or
Drain.
Start/Pause
4
Important information
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– Empty pockets.
– Look out for metal items (paperclips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in a laundry bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag.
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
light
Do not pre-wash. If required,
Ready in-button repeatedly
Pre-treat any stains as necessary. Choose the
Intensive additional
.
function.
heavy
Do not load as much laundry. Choose the
Prewash additional
function.
Soaking
Load laundry of the same colour
Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment II in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions. Turn the programme selector to
Cottons 30 °C and select se
Pause. After approx. 10 minutes, press
Start/Pause. to pause the programme. Once the
required soaking time has elapsed, select
Start/Pause. again to continue the programme,
or select a different programme.
Starching
Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener
Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour the starch in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions into fabric softener compartment
first if necessary).
Dyeing/bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stainless steel.
Always follow the dye manufacturer's instructions! Do not use the washing machine for
bleaching clothes!
Freshen up
Use programme Rinse/Freshen up
1 step, release
+
For items, that have been tucked away or stored for a period of time, to remove creases
caused by folding and storage and to eliminate odours. Use fabric conditioner for "fresh?
smell.
•
Set to
5
Start/
(rinse
6
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Page 4: Programmes
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Page 5: Individual Settings
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Page 6: Safety Instructions
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Page 7: Care
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Page 8: What To Do If
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