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- Page 1 Washing machine WAT28680GC en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions...
- Page 2 Your new washing machine Display rules : Warning! You have chosen a Bosch washing machine. This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly dangerous Please take a few minutes to read and situation. Not heeding the warning can become familiar with the advantages of cause death or injuries.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents e n I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l a n d I n s t a l l a t i o n I n s t r u c t i o n s Water plus . -
Page 4: Intended Use
Intended use Cleaning and maintenance . . . 29 Intended use Machine housing/control panel ..30 Drum ......30 For private domestic use only. -
Page 5: Safety Instructions
Safety instructions Reaching into the drum Safety instructions ■ when it is turning can cause injuries to hands. Electrical safety Do not reach into the drum S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s when it is turning. - Page 6 Safety instructions Cut through the mains cable Warning ■ and remove it, along with Eye/skin irritation! plug. Detergents and care products Destroy the lock on the may cause irritation if they ■ washing machine door. come into contact with the eyes or skin.
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Page 7: Environmental Protection
Environmental protection Information on energy and water ■ Environmental consumption: ~ Page 10 The displays provide information protection about the relative level of energy and water consumption in the selected Packaging/used appliance programmes. E n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n The more indicator lights light up, Dispose of packaging in an the higher the programme's... -
Page 8: Main Points In Brief
Main points in brief Main points in brief M a i n p o i n t s i n b r i e f Connect the mains Open the door. To switch on, press Select a plug. Turn on the the # button. -
Page 9: Getting To Know The Appliance
Getting to know the appliance Getting to know the appliance Washing machine G e t t i n g t o k n o w t h e a p p l i a n c e Detergent drawer ~ Page 22 Operating/display panel Door with door handle 9S Open the door... -
Page 10: Control Panel
Getting to know the appliance Control panel All the buttons are sensitive P Child lock (3 s.) Note: (except for the main switch) and only to prevent the set functions from need to be pressed lightly. being changed accidentally: Press and hold the Ready in ñ + and - button at the same time for ( Main switch for switching the washing machine... - Page 11 Getting to know the appliance Default programme settings: H Information on energy and water ( i-DOS settings consumption: ~ Page 7 w Detergent: X { { { { { ■ ■ ¨ for lightly soiled laundry, Water consumption display, © for medium soiled laundry, þ...
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Page 12: Laundry
Laundry Sorting laundry Further information Fault display: Sort your laundry according to the care instructions and manufacturer's E: - - ~ Page 34 information on the care labels, Signal setting: depending on: 0 - 4 ~ Page 28 Type of fabric/fibre ■... -
Page 13: Detergent
Detergent Detergent Saving Soiling/note Reduced temper- Light C orrect selection of detergent ature and deter- No visible dirt or stains. Cloth- D e t e r g e n t gent quantity as ing has taken on some body The care label is crucial for selecting per the recom- odour, e.g.: the correct detergent, temperature and... -
Page 14: Overview Of Programmes
Overview of programmes Overview of programmes Programmes on the programme selector O v e r v i e w o f p r o g r a m m e s Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Programme name Max. load Brief explanation of the programme and for which fabrics it is Temperature that can be selected (Ž= suitable. - Page 15 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Mix o Max. 4 kg Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics Ž - 40 °C $, 0 - 1600** rpm EcoPerfect F, SpeedPerfect á, Prewash T, Water plus Z, Less ironing p Detergent Â, fabric softener Â...
- Page 16 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Rinse/Spin à 0 Extra rinse/spin with selectable speed Note: The Water plus Z button is set by default for this pro- $, 0 - 1600** rpm gramme. If you require a spin cycle only, press the button to de- Less ironing p activate the function.
- Page 17 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Anti-allergy ; Max. 7 kg/5* kg Hard-wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen Ž - 60 °C Note: Particularly suited to washing items that need to be hy- $, 0 - 1600** rpm gienically clean and especially kind to sensitive skin thanks to the EcoPerfect F, SpeedPerfect á, longer wash cycle at a defined temperature, higher water level...
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Page 18: Starching
Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Shirt/Blouses ’ Max. 2 kg Non-iron shirts or blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres Ž - 60 °C or blended fabrics $, 0 - 800 rpm Notes EcoPerfect F, SpeedPerfect á, Shirts/blouses are only given a short spin on the Less iron- ■... -
Page 19: Programme Default Settings
Programme default settings The maximum speed that can be set Programme default depends on the model and programme that has been selected. settings Ready in The default programme settings are P r o g r a m m e d e f a u l t s e t t i n g s displayed in the display panel after selecting the programme. -
Page 20: I-Dos Settings
Additional programme settings After starting the programme, you can i-DOSi for fabric softener add or remove laundry if necessary. Dosage strengths ~ Page 23 High: high level of softness ª i-DOS settings Medium: medium level of softness © Low: low level of softness ¨... -
Page 21: Prewash
Operating the appliance Prewash Connect the mains plug. Turn on the water tap. Open the door. Check that the drum is completely For heavily soiled laundry. drained. Drain if necessary. Notes If intelligent dosage is selected, the ■ detergent will be dispensed automatically for the prewash and the main wash. -
Page 22: Placing Laundry Into The Drum
Operating the appliance door and after starting the programme. Measure and add detergent The light switches off automatically. and care products Placing laundry into the drum The washing machine doses your detergent and fabric softener automatically in most programmes. Warning Danger of death! The intelligent dosage has been preset Items of laundry pretreated with... -
Page 23: Select Additional Programme Settings23
Operating the appliance Default programme settings You can lock the washing machine to ~ Page 19 prevent the functions you have set from being changed inadvertently. To do this, activate the childproof lock. Select additional programme settings To activate/deactivate, press and hold the Ready in - and + buttons at the By selecting additional settings, you can same time for approx. -
Page 24: Changing The Programme
Operating the appliance For safety reasons, the door remains Removing laundry/switching ■ locked when the water level or off the appliance temperature is high, or while the drum is turning, and it is not possible Open the door and remove the to add laundry during this time. -
Page 25: Intelligent Dosing System
Intelligent dosing system Notes Intelligent dosing Only use easy-pour liquid products ■ system and gels that the manufacturer recommends adding to the detergent drawer. Intelligent dosing system in Do not mix different liquid I n t e l l i g e n t d o s i n g s y s t e m the detergent drawer ■... -
Page 26: Everyday Use
Intelligent dosing system If intelligent dosagei-DOS w or i- and i-DOS w are saved for each ■ DOS i has been selected, the programme until they are changed corresponding indicator lights up. again, even if the washing machine is If intelligent dosage has not been switched off. -
Page 27: Manual Dosage
Intelligent dosing system Below is an example of detergent The setting is activated without dosages on a packaging label: needing to be confirmed. You can now wait for a short while or press Degree of soil- light nor- heavy very any button (except the i-DOS ing →... -
Page 28: Appliance Settings
Appliance settings You will need to activate the setting Notes mode in order to change these settings. When dosing all detergents, ■ cleaning aids and cleaning agents, always follow the manufacturer's instructions. If dosing detergent manually, do not ■ add additional detergent to the intelligent dosage dispenser (set intelligent dosage to "off"... -
Page 29: Selecting/Deselecting The Appliance Automatic Switch-Off
Sensors Selecting/deselecting the laundry by repeatedly starting and stopping drum spinning. appliance automatic switch- If the laundry is extremely unevenly distributed, the speed is reduced or the spin cycle is not performed for safety With the programme selector in position reasons. -
Page 30: Machine Housing/Control Panel
Cleaning and maintenance Leave the door and detergent ■ dispenser tray open slightly when the washing machine is not in use. Occasionally run a wash using the ■ Cotton 60 °C programme and powder detergent. Machine housing/control b) Pull the catch (A) on the back of panel the drawer handle (in the centre at the bottom) slightly towards... -
Page 31: The Drain Pump Is Blocked, Emergency Draining
Cleaning and maintenance c) Press the catch and remove the drawer completely. f) Dry the drawer and the cover and put them back together. g) Push the drawer handle back in d) Carefully remove the drawer from above until you feel it click cover. -
Page 32: The Drain Hose At The Siphon Is Blocked
Cleaning and maintenance Take the drain hose out of the The drain hose at the siphon retainer. is blocked Remove the sealing cap and pour the water out into a suitable Switch off the appliance. Pull out the container. mains plug. Replace the sealing cap and place Loosen the hose clamp. -
Page 33: Faults And What To Do About Them
Faults and what to do about them. For standard and Aqua-Secure Caution! models, clean the filter on the rear of Water damage the appliance: Any escaping water may cause water Remove the hose from the rear of damage. the appliance. Do not open the door if water can be Use pliers to remove the filter and seen through the glass. -
Page 34: Information On The Display Panel
Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Display Cause/Remedy - P - and ÿ The door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. - P - The temperature is too high. Wait until the temperature drops. ■... -
Page 35: Faults And What To Do About Them
Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy Water is leaking out. Attach the drain hose correctly or replace it. ■ Tighten the screw connection of the drain hose. ■ The machine is not filling Have you pressed the A button? ■... - Page 36 Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy The programme is taking Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an imbal- ■ longer than usual. ance by repeatedly distributing the laundry. Not a fault – the foam detection is system active – a rinse cycle has been ■...
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Page 37: After-Sales Service
After-sales service Faults Cause/Remedy - P - and ÿ appear in the The door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. display panel when the cycle is paused. If you cannot rectify a fault yourself (after switching the machine off and on again) or a repair is required: Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug. -
Page 38: Consumption Rates
Consumption rates Consumption rates Energy and water consumption, programme duration and C o n s u m p t i o n r a t e s residual moisture for the main washing programmes (approximate values) Programme Load Energy consump- Water consump- Programme dura- tion*... -
Page 39: Technical Data
Technical data Standard programmes for Cottons in accordance with the (EU) directive no. 1015/2010 Programme + temperature + button Load Approximate programme du- ration ü Cotton + ú + ü EcoPerfect 9 kg 4 3/4 h ü Cotton + ú + ü EcoPerfect 4,5 kg 4 1/2 h ü... -
Page 40: Positioning And Connecting
Positioning and connecting P Water supply hose on standard/Aqua- Positioning and Secure models connecting *depending on the model Included with the appliance In addition, a hose clamp ( 24 - 40 mm P o s i t i o n i n g a n d c o n n e c t i n g diameter, available from specialist Check the machine for transport Note:... -
Page 41: Installation Surface
Positioning and connecting leaks and water damage, you must Installing the appliance in a follow the instructions in this section. kitchenette Notes Warning In addition to the safety information ■ Danger of death! listed here, the local water and There is a risk of electric shock if you electricity supplier may have special touch live components. -
Page 42: Hose And Cable Lengths
Positioning and connecting Unscrew and remove all four transport brace screws. Remove the sleeves. To do this, remove the mains cable from the holders. The following are available from Tip: specialist dealers/the after-sales service: An extension for Aqua-Stop or cold ■... -
Page 43: Water Outlet
Positioning and connecting Only tighten the screw connections Open the water tap carefully, Note: ■ by hand. If the screw connections checking the leak tightness of the are tightened too much with a tool connection points. The screw (pliers), the thread may be connection is under mains water damaged. -
Page 44: Levelling
Positioning and connecting In doing so, hold the foot tight and do not adjust its height. The lock nuts on all four appliance feet must be screwed tightly against the housing. Drainage into a siphon ■ The connection point must be secured using a hose clamp with a diameter of 24 - 40 mm (available from specialist dealers). -
Page 45: Before Washing For The First Time
Positioning and connecting The mains cable is only replaced by Open the detergent drawer. ■ a qualified electrician (if this is Pour approx. 1 litre of water into necessary). Replacement mains compartment u v. cables are available from the after- Pour standard detergent into sales service. - Page 46 Positioning and connecting Use a screwdriver if necessary. Insert all four sleeves. Clip the mains cable securely in the holders. Insert and tighten the screws. Before switching on the appliance again: Notes Always remove the transport braces. ■ To prevent unused detergent from ■...
- Page 48 0344 892 8979 (Calls charged at local or mobile rate.) 01450 2655 (0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute.) You can find the contact information for all countries in the attached after-sales service directory. Robert Bosch, Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34 81739 München DEUTSCHLAND...