Bosch WAW28660GB manual

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    en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions Washing machine WAW28660GB[...]

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    2 Y our new washing machine You have chosen a Bosch washing machine. Please take a few minutes to read and become familiar with the advantages of your washing machine. To meet the high quality demands required by Bosch, every washing machine that leaves our factory is carefully checked to ensure that it functions correctly and is in perfect conditi[...]

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    en 3 Contents enInstruction Manual and Installation Instructions 8 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ( Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . .6 Electrical safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Risk of injury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Safety for children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 7 Environmental pro te[...]

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    en 4 Q Appliance settings . . . . . . . . . . 31 Activating the setting mode . . . . . . . 31 Changing the signal volume . . . . . . 31 Selecting/deselecting the appliance automatic switch-off . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Switching the drum-care information signal on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Exiting setting mode . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    Intended use en 5 8 Intended use I n t e n d e d u s e ■ For private domestic use only. ■ The washing machine is suitable for washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool in detergent solution. ■ To be operated with cold mains water and standard detergents and care products which are suitable for use in washing machines. ■ When m[...]

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    en Safety instructions 6 ( Safety instructions S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s Electrical safety : Warning Danger of death! There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components. ■ Never touch or hold the mains plug with wet hands. ■ Only pull out the mains cable by the plug and never by the cable, as this could damage it. Risk of [...]

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    Safety instructions en 7 Safety for children : Warning Danger of death! If children play with the washing machine, they may get into life- threatening situations or injure themselves. ■ Do not leave children unattended near the washing machine. ■ Do not let children play with the washing machine. : Warning Danger of death! Children may lock the[...]

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    en Environmental protection 8 7 En vironmental protection E n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n Packaging/used appliance ) Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-responsible manner. This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and elect[...]

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    Main points in brief en 9 Y Main points in brief M a i n p o i n t s i n b r i e f -------- -------- -------- -------- 1 @ @ @ Connect the mains plug. Turn on the tap. Open the door. To switch on, press the # button. Select a programme, e.g. Cottons . 2 @ @ @ FODFN Sort the laundry. Observe the maximum load (depending on the model) on the display p[...]

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    en Getting to know the appliance 10 * Getting to know the appliance 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 W ashing machine  6 7   #  ( Detergent drawer ~ Page 25 0 Operating/display panel 8 Door with door handle 9S Open the door 9T Close the door @ Service flap[...]

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    Getting to know the appliance en 11 Control panel Note: All the buttons are sensitive (except for the main switch) and only need to be pressed lightly. ( Main switch for switching the washing machine on and off: Press the # button. 0 Programme selector for selecting a programme: Overview of programmes ~ Page 16 8 i-DOS settings ~ Page 27 @ Addition[...]

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    en Getting to know the appliance 12 Displa y panel Default programme settings: ( i-DOS settings ■ w Detergent : ¨ for lightly soiled laundry, © for medium soiled laundry, ª for heavily soiled laundry ~ Page 23 , ■ i Fabric softener : ¨ for soft laundry, © for medium soft laundry, ª for very soft laundry ~ Page 23 , ■ ö automatic dosage[...]

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    Getting to know the appliance en 13 Further information Programme progress: ! Prewash N Washing à Rinse 0 Spin - 0 - Programme end $ Programme end during Rinse Stop - P - Pause, e.g. to reload laundry Detergent drawer: ù lights up Detergent drawer has been pulled out. ù flashes When the programme has started: Detergent drawer not fully pushed in[...]

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    en Laundry 14 Z Laundr y L a u n d r y Prepare the laundr y Caution! Damage to the appliance/fabrics Foreign objects (e.g. coins, paper-clips, needles, nails) may damage the laundry or components in the washing machine. Therefore, note the following tips when preparing your laundry: ■ Empty pockets. ■ Look out for metal items (paperclips, etc.)[...]

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    Detergent en 15 C Detergent D e t e r g e n t Correct selection of detergent The care label is crucial for selecting the correct detergent, temperature and treatment of the laundry. ~ See also www.sartex.ch If you visit www.cleanright.eu, you will find further information on detergents, care products and cleaning agents for domestic use. ■ Standa[...]

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    en Overview of programmes 16 / Overview of programmes O v e r v i e w o f p r o g r a m m e s Programmes on the programme selector Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Programme name Brief explanation of the programme and for which fabrics it is suitable. Max. load Temperature that can be selected ( Ž = cold) Spin speed ** that can be se[...]

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    Overview of programmes en 17 Mixed F abrics Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics Max. 4 kg Ž - 40 °C $ , 0 - 1600** rpm EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, Prewash, Aqua Plus, Reduced Ironing Detergent è , fabric softener è Delicates / Silk For delicate, washable fabrics, e.g. made of silk, satin, synthetic fibres or blends (e.g. silk blouses, sil[...]

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    en Overview of programmes 18 Rinse / Spin Extra rinse/spin with selectable speed Note: . The Aqua Plus button is set by default for this programme. If you require a spin cycle only, press the button to deactivate the function. - - $ , 0 - 1600** rpm Reduced Ironing Detergent -, fabric softener è *** Drum Clean Programme for cleaning and caring for[...]

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    Overview of programmes en 19 *** Allergy+ Hard-wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen Note: . Particularly suited to washing items that need to be hygienically clean and especially kind to sensitive skin thanks to the longer wash cycle at a defined temperature, higher water level and longer spin cycle. Max. 7 kg/5* kg Ž - 60 °C $ , 0 - 1600** rp[...]

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    en Overview of programmes 20 *** Sportswear Sportswear and leisurewear made from microfibre fabrics Notes ■ Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener. ■ Before washing, clean the detergent drawer thoroughly (all compartments) to remove fabric-softener residue. Max. 2 kg Ž - 40 °C $ , 0 - 800 rpm EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, Prewash, Aqua [...]

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    Overview of programmes en 21 Starching Note: Laundry should not be treated with fabric softener. 1. Switch on the appliance. 2. Select the Rinse programme. 3. Pour liquid starch into compartment v u in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions (clean first if necessary). 4. Press the A button. Dyeing/bleaching Dye should only be used in [...]

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    en Programme default settings 22 0 Programme default settings P r o g r a m m e d e f a u l t s e t t i n g s The default programme settings are displayed in the display panel after selecting the programme. You can change the default settings. An overview of all programme settings, which can be selected depending on the programme, can be found from[...]

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    Additional programme settings en 23 ~ Page 26 i-DOS settings Your washing machine has an intelligent dosing system for liquid detergent and fabric softener. The washing machine doses your detergent and fabric softener automatically in most programmes. ~ Page 16 The following have been preset at the factory: ■ i-DOS w : ¨ Detergent dosage for lig[...]

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    en Operating the appliance 24 Prewash For heavily soiled laundry. Not es ■ If intelligent dosage is selected , the detergent will be dispensed automatically for the prewash and the main wash. Set the i-DOS dosage to medium to prevent overdosing. ■ If dosing manually , allocate detergent to the prewash and the main wash. Place detergent for the [...]

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    Operating the appliance en 25 Placing laundr y into the drum : Warning Danger of death! Items of laundry pretreated with cleaning agents that contain solvents, e.g. stain remover/cleaning solvent, may cause an explosion after being loaded into the washing machine. Hand-rinse these items of laundry thoroughly beforehand. Not es ■ Mix items of laun[...]

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    en Operating the appliance 26 Select additional programme settings By selecting additional settings, you can better adapt the washing process to your items of laundry. The settings can be selected or deselected depending on the programme progress. The button indicator lamps light up if a setting is activated. The settings are not saved after switch[...]

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    Intelligent dosing system en 27 Changing the programme If you have started the wrong programme by mistake, you can change the programme as follows: 1. Press the A button. 2. Select another programme. 3. Press the A button. The new programme starts from the beginning. Cancel the programme For programmes at high temperatures: 1. Press the A button. 2[...]

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    en Intelligent dosing system 28 Depending on the selected programme and settings, the optimum quantity of detergent and/or fabric softener is dosed by the i-DOS dispensers. Initial use/filling the dispensers Refer to the manufacturer's instructions when choosing your detergent and fabric softener. We recommend the use of standard, universal an[...]

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    Intelligent dosing system en 29 Everyday use Indicator lights in the display panel: ■ The display lights up if intelligent dosage has been selected for the dispenser. ■ The display flashes if the fill level of the selected intelligent dosing dispenser is below the minimum level. (De)selecting intelligent dosage and adjusting the dosage strength[...]

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    en Intelligent dosing system 30 The default setting for the basic dosage is set specifically according to the area in which you live (e.g. 75 ml for detergent and 36 ml for fabric softener). To achieve optimum washing and rinsing results, please set your basic dosage depending on your detergent, the water hardness in your area and the fabric soften[...]

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    Appliance settings en 31 Dosing and adding detergent: 1. Pull out the detergent drawer. 2. Add the correct dosage to compartment v u depending on: – Soiling – Water hardness (ask your water supply company) – The amount of laundry – The manufacturer's instructions 3. Close the detergent drawer. Q Appliance settings A p p l i a n c e s e[...]

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    en Sensors 32 Switching the drum-care information signal on/off depending on the model With the programme selector in position 5, press the Finished In + or - button to switch the Drum Clean information signal on or off. Exiting setting mode To exit and save the settings, press the # button. The appliance is switched off. The selected settings will[...]

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    Cleaning and maintenance en 33 Prev ent detergent residue from building up and odours from forming by f ollowing these instructions: Not es ■ Ensure the room in which the washing machine is set up is well ventilated. ■ Leave the door and detergent dispenser tray open slightly when the washing machine is not in use. ■ Occasionally run a wash u[...]

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    en Cleaning and maintenance 34 2. Cleaning the dispensers/detergent drawer: The detergent drawer can be removed completely to allow you to clean to dispensers after you have emptied them. a) Empty the dispensers before removing the drawer. Note: Only put the drawer handle back on after you have finished cleaning. b) Pull out the drawer. c) Press th[...]

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    Cleaning and maintenance en 35 The drain pump is blocked, emergency draining : Warning Risk of scalding! When you wash at high temperatures, the water gets very hot. If you come into contact with the hot water, you may be scalded. Allow the water to cool down. 1. Turn off the water tap so that no more water can flow in and has to be drained via the[...]

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    en Cleaning and maintenance 36 Filter in the water supply blocked First, reduce the water pressure in the supply hose: 1. Turn off the tap. 2. Select any programme (except Rinse/Spin/Empty). 3. Press the A button. Allow the programme to run for approximately 40 seconds. 4. Press the # button. The appliance is switched off. 5. Pull out the mains plu[...]

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    Faults and what to do about them. en 37 3 Faults and what t o do about them. F a u l t s a n d w h a t t o d o a b o u t t h e m . Emergency release E.g. in the event of a power cut The programme continues when the power supply is restored. However, if the laundry has to be removed, the washing machine door can be opened as follows: : Warning Risk [...]

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    en Faults and what to do about them. 38 Faults and what t o do about them. r lights up ■ Turn on the tap fully, ■ Supply hose kinked/trapped, ■ The water pressure is too low. Clean the filter. ~ Page 36 E:18 ■ The drain pump is blocked. Clean the drain pump. ~ Page 35 ■ The drain hose/drain pipe is blocked. Clean the drain hose at the sip[...]

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    Faults and what to do about them. en 39 The door cannot be opened. ■ The safety function is activated. Stop the programme? ~ Page 27 ■ Is $ selected (Rinse Stop = no final spin)? ~ Page 27 ■ Can the door only be opened by the emergency release? ~ Page 37 The programme will not start. ■ Have you pressed the A button or selected Finished In t[...]

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    en Faults and what to do about them. 40 The Å symbol lights up in the display panel. Foam may also be leaking from the detergent drawer. Have you used too much detergent? Mix one tablespoon of fabric softener with 1/2 litre of water and pour it into compartment v u (not suitable for outdoor clothing, sportswear or items stuffed with down). Use les[...]

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    After-sales service en 41 4 Af ter -sales ser vice A f t e r - s a l e s s e r v i c e If you cannot rectify a fault yourself, contact customer services. ~ Cover page We will always find an appropriate solution in order to avoid unnecessary visits by engineers. Please give customer services the product number (E no.) and the production number (FD) [...]

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    en Consumption rates 42 [ Consumption rates C o n s u m p t i o n r a t e s Energy and water consumption, programme duration and residual moisture for the main washing programmes (approximate values) Programme Load Energy consumption* Water consumption* Programme duration* Cottons 20 °C 9 kg 0,25 kWh 90 l 2 _ h Cottons 40 °C 9 kg 1,10 kWh 90 l 3 [...]

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    Technical data en 43 Ef ficiency test programmes f or cotton fabr ics The following programmes (standard programmes, indicated by ü ) are suitable for cleaning normally soiled cotton fabrics and are the most efficient with respect to combined energy and water consumption. J T echnical data T e c h n i c a l d a t a Dimensions: 850 x 600 x 590 mm ([...]

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    en Positioning and connecting 44 In addition , a hose clamp (24 - 40 mm diameter, available from specialist dealers) is required to connect the water drain hose to a siphon. Useful tools ■ Spirit level for aligning ■ Spanner with: – WAF13 for loosening the transport braces, and – WAF17 for aligning the appliance feet Safety instructions : W[...]

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    Positioning and connecting en 45 Installation sur face Note: The washing machine be stable so that it does not move around. ■ The installation surface must be firm and level. ■ Soft floors/floor coverings are not suitable. Installation on a base or a wooden joist floor Caution! Damage to the appliance The washing machine may "wander" [...]

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    en Positioning and connecting 46 2. Unscrew and remove all four transport brace screws. Remove the sleeves. To do this, remove the mains cable from the holders. 3. Insert the covers. Lock the covers firmly in place by applying pressure to the snap-in hooks. Hose and cable lengths ■ Left-hand connection ■ Right-hand connection Tip: The following[...]

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    Positioning and connecting en 47 ■ Do not alter (shorten, cut through) the water supply hose (otherwise its strength is no longer guaranteed). ■ Only tighten the screw connections by hand. If the screw connections are tightened too much with a tool (pliers), the thread may become damaged. ■ When connecting to a 21 mm = ½" tap, first fit[...]

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    en Positioning and connecting 48 Caution! Damage to the appliance/fabrics If the end of the drain hose is immersed in the drained water, water may be sucked back into the appliance and may damage the appliance/fabrics. Make sure that: ■ The plug does not block drainage from the washbasin. ■ The end of the drain hose is not immersed in the drain[...]

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    Positioning and connecting en 49 Electrical connection : Warning Danger of death! There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components. ■ Never touch or hold the mains plug with wet hands. ■ Only pull out the mains cable by the plug and never by the cable, as this could damage it. ■ Never unplug the mains plug during operation. Obse[...]

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    en Positioning and connecting 50 T ranspor tation E.g. when moving house Caution! Risk of damage to the appliance caused by detergent/fabric softener leaking from the dispensers. Leaking detergent/fabric softener can prevent the appliance from working correctly, e.g. due to damage to the electronics. Empty the dispensers before transporting the app[...]

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    Robert Bosch, Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34 81739 München DEUTSCHLAND *9001010033* 9001010033 (9406) Aqua-Stop warranty Only for appliances with Aqua-Stop 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: 1. If water [...]