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Washing machine WAW28790IN en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions...
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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.
Intended use Intended use For private domestic use only. ■ I n t e n d e d u s e The washing machine is suitable for ■ washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool in detergent solution. To be operated with cold mains ■...
Safety instructions If you lean on the washing Safety instructions ■ machine door when it is open, the washing machine Electrical safety may tip over and cause S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s injuries.
Safety instructions Safety for children Warning Risk of poisoning! Warning Detergents and care products Danger of death! may be poisonous if If children play with the washing consumed. machine, they may get into life- Keep detergents and care threatening situations or injure products out of the reach of themselves.
■ washing lightly and normally soiled authorized collection centers for laundry. ~ Page 25 disposal www.bosch-home.com/in/about- The selectable temperatures apply ■ bosch/responsibility.html to the care labels on the textiles. The See also: temperatures in the machine may...
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Environmental protection Information on energy and water ■ consumption: ~ Page 23 The displays provide information about the relative level of energy and water consumption in the selected programmes. The more indicator lights light up, the higher the programme's consumption. This enables you to compare the consumption levels of the different programmes when choosing your...
Positioning and connecting ( Mains cable Positioning and 0 Bag: connecting Installation and operating ■ instructions Included with the appliance Customer services location ■ P o s i t i o n i n g a n d c o n n e c t i n g directory* Check the machine for transport Note:...
Positioning and connecting Safety instructions Installation surface The washing machine be stable Warning Note: so that it does not move around. Risk of injury! The installation surface must be firm The washing machine is very heavy. ■ ■ and level. Be careful when lifting/transporting Soft floors/floor coverings are not the washing machine.
Positioning and connecting Installing the appliance in a Take the hoses out of the holders. kitchenette Warning Danger of death! There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components. Do not remove the appliance covering plate. Unscrew and remove all four transportation securing bolts with a Notes wrench (WAF 13).
Positioning and connecting Hose and cable lengths Left-hand connection ■ Right-hand connection ■ The following are available from Tip: specialist dealers/customer services: Extension for Aqua-Stop and cold ■ water supply hose (approx. 2.50 m); order no. WM Z2380, WZ 10130, CZ 11350, Z 7070X0 A longer supply hose (approx.
Positioning and connecting Water inlet When the tap is open, the water flow rate is at least 8 l/min. Warning If the water pressure is higher than this, Danger of death! a pressure-reducing valve must be There is a risk of electric shock if you installed.
Positioning and connecting Water outlet Connection Drainage into a washbasin Warning ■ Risk of scalding! When you are washing at high temperatures, there is a risk of scalding if you come into contact with hot water (e.g. when draining hot water into a washbasin).
Positioning and connecting Levelling Align the appliance using a spirit level. Incorrect alignment may result in loud noises, vibrations and machine "movement". Loosen the lock nuts using a WAF17 spanner, by turning it in a clockwise direction. Check the alignment of the washing machine with a spirit level, and adjust it if necessary.
Positioning and connecting Electrical connection Grounding Instructions Warning Warning Danger of death! Danger of death! Improper connection of the ground may There is a risk of electric shock if you result in electric shock. Have the touch live components. appliance checked by a qualified Never touch or hold the mains plug ■...
Positioning and connecting Before using the appliance for the first time The washing machine was thoroughly tested before leaving the factory.To remove any water that may be left over from the test, run the first wash cycle without any laundry. Notes The washing machine must be ■...
Positioning and connecting Transportation Before switching on the appliance again: E.g. when moving house Notes Preparatory work: The transport braces must be ■ Turn off the tap. removed. Reduce the water pressure in the Pour approx. 1 litre of water into ■...
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.
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 35 Operating/display panel Door with door handle 9S Open the door...
Getting to know the appliance Control panel P Child lock. E 3 sec. ( Main switch to prevent the set functions from for switching the washing machine being changed accidentally: on and off: To do so, press the Ready in ñ + Press the # button.
Getting to know the appliance Display panel Further information Prewash Wash Rinse õ Spin - 0 - Programme end Programme end during Rinse Stop - P - Pause, e.g. to reload laundry Default programme settings: Loading door: ( Temperature °C in °C Ž...
Laundry Some examples of soiling levels can Laundry be found on ~ Page 25 – Light: Do not prewash, select the P repare the laundry SpeedPerfect ( setting if L a u n d r y necessary Caution! – Normal Damage to the appliance/fabrics –...
Detergent Saving energy and detergent Detergent For light and normal soiling, you can C orrect selection of detergent save energy (lower washing D e t e r g e n t temperature) and detergent. The care label is crucial for selecting the correct detergent, temperature and Saving Soiling/note...
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 the fabrics for which it is Temperature that can be selected suitable.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings f Easy-Care Max. 4 kg Items made of synthetic or blended fabrics Ž ... 60 °C $, 0 - 1200 rpm EcoPerfect F, SpeedPerfect (, Prewash T, Water Plus Z, Easy-Iron p, Active Oxygen Ø **** Max.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Rinse ' / Spin 0 / Drain [ Combined extra programme for rinsing and spinning the laundry, and draining the rinsing water $, 0 - 1600** rpm The Water Plus Z button is activated at the factory for Note: .
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings … SuperQuick 15’ Max. 2 kg Extra-short programme of approx. 15 minutes, suitable for small Ž - 40 °C items of lightly soiled laundry $, 0 - 1200 rpm *** Dark wash Max. 3.5 kg Dark-coloured cottons and dark-coloured easy-care items;...
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** S Night wash Max. 4 kg Particularly quiet programme for washing overnight; suitable for Ž - 40 °C items made from cotton, linen, synthetic or blended fabrics $, 0 - 1200 rpm Notes EcoPerfect F, SpeedPerfect (, End signal deactivated,...
Overview of programmes Active Oxygen Refresh Ø Starching Active Oxygen Refresh Ø is an Laundry should not be treated Note: innovative programme that is designed with fabric softener. to refresh laundry and remove odours (e.g. the smell of cigarettes and kitchen Liquid starch can be used to stiffen odours).
Programme default settings Ready in ñ Programme default Before starting the programme, you settings can preselect the programme end ("Ready in" time) in hourly increments (h The default programme settings are = hour) up to a maximum of 24 hours. 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.
Additional programme settings Active Oxygen Ø Additional programme The laundry is additionally treated with settings active oxygen before the wash cycle and before the final rinse cycle in order An overview of all additional settings, to thoroughly remove germs and A d d i t i o n a l p r o g r a m m e s e t t i n g s which can be selected depending on bacteria.
Operating the appliance The maximum load and the duration ■ Operating the of the programme (alternately) Information on water and energy appliance ■ consumption Preparing the washing In appliances with a drum light: O p e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e machine The drum is lit after switching on the appliance, after opening and closing the...
Operating the appliance Measure and add detergent and care products Caution! Damage to the appliance Cleaning agents and agents for pre- treating laundry (e.g. stain removers, prewash sprays, etc.) may cause Measuring aid A For liquid detergent damage if they come into contact with Compartment II Detergent for the main the surfaces of the washing machine.
Operating the appliance Change the programme Note: Foam detection If the Å symbol also lights up in the default settings display panel, the washing machine has detected too much foam during the You can use or change the default wash programme and automatically settings for this washing cycle.
Operating the appliance Adding laundry When switching from Note: programmes that use active oxygen to After starting the programme, you can those that do not, the door will remain add or remove laundry if necessary. locked for up to 25 minutes until there is no longer any active oxygen in the Press the A button to do this.
Operating the appliance Programme end - 0 - and ÿ appear in the display panel. The A button indicator lamp is off. Removing laundry/switching off the appliance Open the door and remove the laundry. Press the # button. The appliance is switched off.
Appliance settings Changing the signal volume Appliance settings Use the Ready in ñ + or - button to You can change the following settings: change the following settings at the A p p l i a n c e s e t t i n g s corresponding programme selector The volume of the buttons and the ■...
Sensors Sensors A utomatic load sensing S e n s o r s Depending on the type of fabric and load, the automatic load sensing function optimally adjusts the water consumption and programme duration in each programme. Unbalanced load detection system The automatic unbalanced load detection system detects imbalances...
Cleaning and maintenance Machine housing/control Cleaning and panel maintenance Wipe the housing and the control ■ Warning panel with a soft, damp cloth. C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e Remove the detergent residue Danger of death! ■...
Cleaning and maintenance Detergent drawer and housing Open and remove the service flap. If the washing machine contains detergent or fabric softener residues: Pull out the detergent drawer. Press down the insert and fully remove the drawer. To remove the insert: Push the insert upwards from below with your finger.
Cleaning and maintenance Place the service flap back on, lock Filter in the water supply it into place, and close it. blocked First, reduce the water pressure in the supply hose: Turn off the tap. Select any programme (except Rinse/Spin/Empty). Press the A button.
Faults and what to do about them. Drain the water ~ Page 42 Faults and what to do Use a tool to pull the emergency release downwards and then about them. release. The washing machine door can then Emergency release be opened.
Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Indicator/symbol 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. ■...
Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/remedy Water is leaking from the Attach the drain hose correctly or replace it. ■ machine. Tighten the threaded joint on the supply hose. ■ The appliance is not filling Have you pressed the A button? ■...
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Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/remedy Water remaining in the Not a fault – the effectiveness of the care product is not affected. ■ care product Clean the insert if necessary. ■ compartment i . Odours in the washing Run the Û...
After-sales service Faults Cause/remedy - P - and ÿ appear on 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 then on again) or a repair is required: Switch off the appliance and pull the mains plug out of the socket.
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 Water Programme consumption** consumption**...
Technical data Technical data Dimensions: T e c h n i c a l d a t a 850 x 600 x 590 mm (height x width x depth) Weight: 70 - 85 kg (depending on model) Mains connection: Mains voltage 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz Nominal current 10 A Nominal power 1900 –...
Aqua-Stop warranty Aqua-Stop warranty Only for appliances with Aqua-Stop A q u a - S t o p w a r r a n t y In addition to warranty claims against the vendor based on the purchase agreement and to our appliance warranty, we will provide compensation under the following conditions: If water damage is caused due to a...
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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, GERMANY *9001284447*...