Washing machine

WAE28377GB ...

en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions

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instructions describe different models, The steps are represented by numbers
any differences will be pointed out at the or letters.
relevant points in the text.
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Contents enI structionManual ndInstal tionI structions

8 Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Z Water plus*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

( Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . .5 1 Operating the appliance . . . . . . 15

Preparing the washing machine . . . .15
Electrical safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Select programme/switch on the
Risk of injury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Safety for children. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Change the programme default
settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
7 Environmental protection . . . . . .6 Select additional programme
Packaging/used appliance . . . . . . . . . 6 settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Tips on economical use . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Placing laundry into the drum . . . . . .16
Measure and add detergent and
Y Main points in brief . . . . . . . . . . .7 care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Start the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
* Getting to know the appliance . 8 Childproof lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Adding laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Changing the programme . . . . . . . . .18
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Cancel the programme . . . . . . . . . . .18
Display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Programme end during rinse hold. . .18
Z Laundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Programme end . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Removing laundry/switching off the
Sorting laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Prepare the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
H Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
C Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Automatic load sensing . . . . . . . . . . .19
Correct selection of detergent . . . . . 11 Unbalanced load detection system . .19
Saving energy and detergent . . . . . . 11
M Setting the signal . . . . . . . . . . . 20
/ Overview of programmes . . . . .12
Programmes on the programme 2 Cleaning and maintenance. . . . 20
selector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Machine housing/control panel . . . . .20
Starching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Dyeing/bleaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Descaling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Soaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Detergent drawer and housing . . . . .21
Detergent solution pump blocked . . .21
0 Programme default settings . . .14
The drain hose at the siphon is
0 Spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 blocked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
5 Finished in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Filter in the water supply blocked . . .22
\ Additional programme 3 Faults and what to do about
settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 them. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
G Speed* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Emergency release . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
F Eco* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Information on the display panel . . . .24
p Easy-Iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Faults and what to do about them. . .24
O Rinse plus*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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en Intended use

4 After-sales service . . . . . . . . . . 26 8 Intended use

[ Consumption rates . . . . . . . . . . 27
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■ For private domestic use only.

Energy and water consumption, ■ The washing machine is suitable for
programme duration and residual
moisture for the main washing washing machine-washable fabrics
programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 and hand-washable wool in
detergent solution.
Efficiency test programmes for cotton
fabrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 ■ To be operated with cold mains
water and standard detergents and
J Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 care products which are suitable for
use in washing machines.
When measuring the amount of all
5 Positioning and connecting. . . 29 ■
detergents/additives/care products
Included with the appliance . . . . . . . 29 and cleaning agents, always check
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 the manufacturer's instructions.
Installation surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 ■ The washing machine may be used
Installation on a base or a wooden by children over the age of 8 years
joist floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 old and by persons with reduced
Installing the appliance in physical, sensory or mental capacity
a kitchenette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 or by persons with a lack of
Removing the transport locks . . . . . 30 experience or knowledge if they are
Hose and cable lengths. . . . . . . . . . 31 supervised or have been instructed
Water inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 by a responsible person.
Water outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Children must not carry out any
Levelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 cleaning or maintenance work
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 without supervision.
Before washing for the first time . . . 34 ■ Keep pets away from the washing
machine.
Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Read the Instruction Manual and
Installation Instructions and all other
information supplied with the washing
machine and use the machine
accordingly.
Retain the documents for subsequent
use.

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 Safety instructions en

Reaching into the drum while

( Safety instructions ■

it is still rotating may cause

hand injuries.
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Electrical safety Do not reach into the drum

while it is rotating.
: Warning Wait until the drum has
Risk of death! stopped rotating.
There is a risk of electric shock
if you touch live components. : Warning
■ Never touch or hold the Risk of scalding!
mains plug with wet hands. When you are washing at high
■ Only pull out the mains cable temperatures, there is a risk of
by the plug and never by the scalding if you come into
cable, as this could damage contact with hot detergent
it. solution (e.g. when draining hot
detergent solution into a
Risk of injury washbasin).
Do not reach into the hot
: Warning detergent solution.
Risk of injury!
■ If the washing machine is Safety for children
lifted by protruding
components (e.g. the : Warning
washing machine door), the Risk of death!
components may break off If children play with the washing
and cause injuries. machine, they may get into life-
Do not lift the washing threatening situations or injure
machine by protruding parts. themselves.
■ If you climb onto the washing ■ Do not leave children
machine, the worktop may unattended near the washing
break and cause injuries. machine.
Do not climb onto the ■ Do not let children play with
washing machine. the washing machine.
■ If you lean/sit on the opened
washing machine door, the : Warning
washing machine may tip Risk of death!
over and cause injuries. Children may lock themselves
Do not lean on the washing in appliances, putting their lives
machine door when it is at risk.
open. When appliances have reached
the end of their service life:
■ Pull out the mains plug.

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en Environmental protection

■ Cut through the mains cable Do not let children touch the
and remove it, along with the hot washing machine door.
plug.
■ Destroy the lock on the
washing machine door.
: Warning 7 Environmental
Risk of suffocation! protection
Children may become wrapped lam
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in packaging/film or packing Packaging/used appliance

parts if allowed to play with
them, or they may pull them )
over their heads and suffocate. Dispose of packaging in an
Keep packaging, film and environmentally-responsible manner.
packaging parts out of the This appliance is labelled in accordance
reach of children. with European Directive 2012/19/EU
concerning used electrical and
: Warning electronic appliances (waste electrical
and electronic equipment - WEEE).
Risk of poisoning!
Detergents and care products The guideline determines the framework
for the return and recycling of used
may be poisonous if appliances as applicable throughout the
consumed. EU.
Keep detergents and care
products out of the reach of Tips on economical use
children.
■ Always fill the appliance with the
: Warning maximum amount of laundry for
Eye/skin irritation! each programme.
Overview of programmes
Detergents and care products ~ Page 12
may cause irritation if they
come into contact with the eyes ■ Wash normally soiled laundry
without a prewash.
or skin.
Keep detergents and care ■ If the laundry is subsequently dried
products out of the reach of in a tumble dryer, select the spin
children. speed according to the tumble dryer
manufacturer's instructions.
: Warning ■ The selectable temperatures apply
Risk of injury! to the care labels on the textiles. The
When you wash at high temperatures in the machine may
temperatures, the glass in the deviate from this so that you get the
optimum mix of energy-saving and
washing machine door washing results.
becomes hot.

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 Main points in brief en

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Connect the mains Turn on the water Sort the laundry. Open the washing
plug. tap (for models machine door.
without Aqua-Stop).
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2 @ @ @ @

Select a Load the laundry. Do not trap any Close the washing
programme, e.g. items of laundry. machine door.
Cottons.
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3 @ @ @ @

Add detergent. Change the Select additional Start the

programme default settings, if programme.
settings, if necessary.
necessary.
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4 @ @ @ @

Programme end. Open the washing Turn the programme Turn off the water
machine door and selector to Ú . tap (for models
remove the laundry. without Aqua-Stop).
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 en Getting to know the appliance

* Getting to know the appliance

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( Detergent drawer ~ Page 16 8 Washing machine door with door handle

0 Controls/display elements 9S Open the washing machine door
9T Close the washing machine door
@ Service flap

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 Getting to know the appliance en

Control panel

  # + 3

( G Speed*, F Eco*, p Reduced @ Display panel for settings and information

Ironing, O Rinse Plus/ Z Water Plus
(Aqua Plus)* additional programme settings
(* depending on the model)
Overview of all additional programme settings H A Start/Reload for starting, interrupting
(adding laundry) and cancelling a programme
08Spin speed, 0 Ready in/Finished in P Programme selector for selecting a
for changing the programme default settings programme and for switching the machine on
$ = Rinse stop and off
Overview of all programme default settings

Display panel
Settings for the selected programme
1:30 Programme duration Depends on the programme selection in h:min
(hours:minutes)
1 - 24 h Finished in Programmes ends after ... h (h = hours)

Status indicators for the programme progress (programme sequence):

E N O 0 : Childproof lock, washing, rinsing, spinning
Finished in: Programme ends after ... (1 - 24 h)

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 en Laundry

– Ž : Do not wash the laundry in

Z Laundry the machine.
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Sorting laundry Prepare the laundry

Sort your laundry according to the care Caution!
instructions and manufacturer's Damage to the appliance/fabrics
information on the care labels, Foreign objects (e.g. coins, paperclips,
depending on: needles, nails) may damage the laundry
■ Type of fabric/fibre or components in the washing machine.
■ Colour You should therefore note the following
Note: Laundry can discolour or not tips when preparing your laundry:
be cleaned correctly. Wash white
and coloured laundry separately. ■ Empty any pockets.
Wash new bright fabrics separately
the first time you wash them.
■ Soiling
Wash laundry with the same level of
soiling together.
You can find examples of levels of
soiling on ~ Page 11
– Light: Do not pre-wash, select
the Speed setting if necessary ■ Look out for metal items (paperclips,
– Normal etc.) and remove them.
– Heavy: Load less laundry, select ■ Wash delicates in a laundry bag
a programme with pre-wash (tights, underwired bras, etc.).
– Stains: Remove/pretreat stains ■ Close any zips, button up any cover
while they are fresh. First, dab the buttons.
stain with soapy water/do not ■ Brush sand out of pockets and
rub. Then wash the items of collars.
laundry with the appropriate ■ Remove curtain fittings or place
programme. Stubborn/dried-in curtains in a laundry bag.
stains can sometimes only be
removed with several washes.
■ Symbols on the care labels
The numbers in the symbols indicate
the maximum washing temperature
which may be used.
– M: Suitable for a normal
washing process; e.g. Cottons
programme
– U : A gentle washing process is
required; e.g. Easy-Care
programme
– V : An especially gentle washing
process is required; e.g.
Delicate/Silk programme
– W : Suitable for washing by
hand; e.g. W / Wool programme

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 Detergent en

Saving energy and detergent

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For light and normal soiling, you can
save energy (lower washing
Correct selection of detergent temperature) and detergent.
The care label is crucial for selecting
Saving Soiling/note
the correct detergent, temperature and
treatment of the laundry. ~ See also Reduced temper- Light
www.sartex.ch ature and deter- No visible dirt or stains. Cloth-
Visit www.cleanright.eu to find further gent quantity as ing has taken on some body
information on detergents, care per the recom- odour, e.g.:
products and cleaning agents for mended dosage ■ Light summer/sports
domestic use. clothing (worn for a few
hours)
■ Standard detergent with optical ■ T-shirts, shirts, blouses
brighteners (worn for up to one day)
Suitable for heat-resistant white ■ Guest bed linen and hand
laundry made from linen or cotton towels (used for one day)
Programme: Cottons / Normal
20 °C - max. 90 °C Visible dirt or a few light
■ Detergent for colours without stains, e.g.:
bleach or optical brighteners ■ T-shirts, shirts, blouses
Suitable for coloured laundry made (sweat soaked, worn a
from linen or cotton few times)
Programme: Cottons / ■ Towels, bedding (used for
20 °C - max. 60 °C up to one week)
■ Detergent for colours/delicates
without optical brighteners
Suitable for coloured laundry made
from easy-care fibres, synthetic
fibres
Programme: Easy-Care / Temperature as Heavy
20 °C - max. 60 °C per the care label Dirt and/or stains clearly visi-
■ Delicates and detergent ble, e.g. tea towels, baby
Suitable for delicate, fine fabrics, silk quantity as per items, work clothing
or viscose the recom-
Programme: Delicates/Silk / mended dosage
20 °C - max. 40 °C for heavy soiling
■ Detergent for woollens
Suitable for woollen fabrics Note: When measuring the amount of
Programme: Woollens / all detergents/additives/care products
20 °C - max. 40 °C and cleaning agents, please always
check the manufacturer's instructions
and information. ~ Page 16

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 en Overview of programmes

/ Overview of programmes
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Programmes on the programme selector

Programme/type of laundry/information Settings
Name of the programme Max. load;
Brief explanation of the programme and for which fabrics it is suita- * Reduced load for the G Speed
ble. setting
Temperature that can be selected
Spin speed that can be selected;
** Max. spin speed, depending on
the model
Possible programme settings
i Cottons Max. 7 kg/4* kg
Hard-wearing fabrics, heat-resistant fabrics made of cotton or linen 20, 30, 40, 60, 90 °C
i Cottons 40 °C + Prewash: Programme with prewash, prewash $ ... 1400** rpm
at 30 °C; divide detergent between compartments I and II
F, G, p, O / Z
Note: The G Speed setting is suitable as a short programme for
lightly soiled laundry.
f Easy-Care Max. 3 kg
Textiles made of synthetic materials or blended fabrics 30, 40 °C
$ ... 1200** rpm
F, G, p, O / Z
m Mixed Load Max. 3 kg
A mixed load of fabrics made of cotton and synthetic fabrics 40 °C
Notes $ ... 1200** rpm
■ Different types of laundry can be washed together.
■ m Mixed Load 40 °C with maximum spin speed is ideal as a F, G, p, O / Z
short programme.
“ Delicate/Silk Max. 2 kg
For delicate, washable fabrics, e.g. made of silk, satin, synthetic 30 °C
fibres or blended fabrics (e.g. silk blouses, silk scarves)
$ ... 800 rpm
Notes
■ Use a detergent which is suitable for machine washing delicates F, G, p, O / Z
or silk.
■ No spin cycle between the rinse cycles

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 Overview of programmes en

Programme/type of laundry/information Settings

W / Wool Max. 2 kg
Hand- or machine-washable fabrics that are made of wool or contain cold, 30 °C
wool;
$ ... 800 rpm
Particularly gentle wash programme to prevent shrinkage of laundry,
with longer programme breaks (fabrics rest in the detergent solu- -
tion)
Notes
■ Wool is of animal origin, e.g.: Angora, alpaca, llama, sheep.
■ Use a detergent which is suitable for machine washing wool.
O Rinse/0 Spin Max. 7 kg
Laundry washed by hand, Rinse plus/Water plus button activated -
Note: If you require spin only, deactivate the button $ ... 1200** rpm
p
[ Drain Max. 7 kg
Drain the rinsing water after a programme using the setting -
$ (without final spin) for gentle treatment of delicate laundry -
-
] SuperQuick 15' Max. 2 kg
Extra-short programme of approx. 15 minutes, suitable for small 30 °C
items of lightly soiled laundry
$ ... 1200** rpm
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Starching Soaking
Note: Laundry must not be treated with 1. Pour soaking agent/detergent into
fabric softener. compartment II in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
Starching is possible in all wash 2. Turn the programme selector to
programmes if liquid starch is used. Cottons 30 °C programme.
Measure starch into compartment M in 3. Press the Start/Reload button.
accordance with the manufacturer's 4. After approx. 10 minutes, press
instructions (clean first if necessary). Start/Reload.
5. After the required soaking time,
Dyeing/bleaching press Start/Reload again to
continue or change the programme.
Dye should only be used in normal
household quantities. Salt may damage Notes
stainless steel. Always follow the dye ■ Load laundry of the same colour.
manufacturer's instructions. ■ No additional detergent is required;
Do not use the washing machine to the soaking solution is used for
bleach clothes. washing.

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 en Programme default settings

After the start, the preselected time e.g.

0 Programme default 8 h is displayed and the time counts
settings down to the start of the washing
programme. The programme duration is
then displayed, e.g. 2:30
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The spin speed and programme (hours:minutes).

duration ("Ready in" time) for all
programmes are preset at the factory. Changing the preselected time:
You can change the preselected time
These are displayed in the display panel after the start of the programme as
after selecting the programme. follows:
You can change the default settings as 1. Press the Finished in button
follows. repeatedly until the required number
of hours is displayed.
0 Spin speed 2. Press the Start/Reload button.

Before and while the selected Adding laundry while the preselected
programme is running, the spin speed time continues running:
or $ (without final spin, laundry soaks 1. Press Start/Reload.
in the last rinsing water, display panel - - 2. YES lights up in the display panel.
-) can be set. The effects depend on The washing machine door can be
the programme progress. opened and you can add laundry.
3. Close the washing machine door.
The maximum selectable spin speed 4. Press the Start/Reload button. The
depends on the model and the set preselected time continues to run.
programme.~ Page 12

5 Finished in
When you select the programme, the
relevant programme duration is \ Additional programme
displayed. settings
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automatically adjusted when the

programme is running. Changes to the G Speed*
programme default settings or For washing in a shorter time with a
programme settings also change the washing result comparable to that of the
programme duration. standard programme.
Before starting the programme, the
programme end ("Finished in" time) can Note: Do not exceed the maximum
be preselected in increments of one load.
hour (h = hours) up to a maximum of 24 Overview of programmes ~ Page 12
hours.
To do this, repeatedly press the F Eco*
corresponding button until the required
For saving energy with a washing result
setting is displayed.
comparable to that of the standard
Note: The programme duration is programme.
included in the selected "Finished in"
time.

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 Operating the appliance en

Note: The washing temperature is

lower than the selected temperature.
For special hygiene requirements, we
recommend selecting a higher
temperature or the G Speed option.

p Easy-Iron
Special spin sequence with subsequent Select programme/switch on
fluffing. Gentle final spin – residual
moisture in the laundry slightly the appliance
increased.
Note: If you have activated the
childproof lock, you must first deactivate
O Rinse plus* it before you can set a programme.
Extra rinse. For areas with very soft ~ Page 17
water or to further improve the rinsing Use the programme selector to select
result. the required programme. Can be turned
in both directions.
Z Water plus* The machine is switched on.
Increased water level and additional The programme duration appears on
rinse cycle, extended washing time. For the display panel.
areas with very soft water or to further
improve the rinsing result. Change the programme
default settings
(* depending on model)
You can use the default settings or
change them.
To do this, repeatedly press the
corresponding button until the required
setting is displayed.
1 Operating the
appliance Note: All buttons are sensitive and only
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rep eht ecnai lpa need to be touched lightly. If the buttons
are held for longer, the appliance
Preparing the washing automatically runs through the setting
machine options.

Note: The washing machine must be The settings are activated without
correctly installed and connected needing to be confirmed.
(from ~ Page 29). They are not saved when the appliance
is switched off.
1. Connect the mains plug.
2. Turn on the water tap. Programme default settings
3. Open the washing machine door. ~ Page 14
4. Check that the drum is completely Overview of programmes from
drained. Drain if necessary. ~ Page 12

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en Operating the appliance

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 The "Start/Reload" button indicator lamp
programme progress. flashes and the programme settings
The indicator lamp for the button lights continue to be displayed on the display
up if a setting is active. panel one after another. It is possible to
change the settings.
The settings are not saved when the
appliance is switched off.
Measure and add detergent
Additional settings ~ Page 14 and care products
Overview of programmes from
~ Page 12 Caution!
Damage to the appliance
Placing laundry into the drum Cleaning agents and agents for
pretreating laundry (e.g. stain removers,
: Warning prewash sprays, etc.) may cause
Risk of death! damage if they come into contact with
Items of laundry pretreated with the surfaces of the washing machine.
cleaning agents that contain solvents, Do not allow these agents to come into
e.g. stain remover/cleaning solvent, contact with the surfaces of the washing
may cause an explosion after being machine. If necessary, immediately wipe
loaded into the washing machine. away spray residue and other residues/
Hand-rinse these items of laundry droplets with a damp cloth.
thoroughly beforehand.
Measuring
Notes
Measure the detergent and care
■ Mix items of laundry of varying sizes. products according to:
Laundry items of different sizes
distribute themselves better during ■ Water hardness (ask your water
the spin cycle. Individual items of supply company)
laundry may lead to imbalances. ■ The manufacturer's instructions on
■ Observe the maximum specified the packaging
load. Overfilling has a negative ■ The amount of laundry
impact on the washing result and ■ Soiling ~ Page 11
promotes creasing.
Filling
1. Place presorted items of laundry
unfolded in the washing drum. : Warning
2. Make sure that no items of laundry Eye/skin irritation!
are trapped between the washing Detergent and care products may spray
machine door and the rubber seal, out if the detergent drawer is opened
and close the door. while the machine is in operation.
Open the drawer carefully.

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 Operating the appliance en

Rinse eyes or skin thoroughly if they

come into contact with detergent/care
products.
If swallowed accidentally, seek medical
advice.
Note: Dilute viscous fabric softener and
fabric conditioner with water; this
prevents blockages. Note: Do not use the measuring aid for
gel detergents and washing powder, or
Pour the detergent and care products for programmes with prewash or when
into the appropriate compartments: the "Finished in" time is selected.
For models without a measuring aid,
pour the liquid detergent into the
appropriate dispenser and place it in
the drum.

Start the programme

Measuring aid A For liquid detergent Select the Start/Reload button. The
indicator lamp lights up and the
Compartment II Detergent for the main wash, programme starts.
water softener, bleach, stain
remover During the programme, the display
panel shows the "Finished in" time or,
Compartment i Softener, starch. after starting the wash programme, the
Do not exceed the maximum programme duration and the symbols
Compartment I Detergent for prewash for the programme progress.
~ Page 9
1. Pull out the detergent drawer as far Note: If you want to lock the
as possible. programme to prevent it from being
2. Add detergent and/or care products. inadvertently adjusted, you can select
3. Close the detergent drawer. the childproof lock as follows.
Measuring aid* for liquid detergent
*Depending on the model Childproof lock
You can lock the washing machine to
Position the measuring aid for
prevent the functions you have set from
measuring the correct amount of liquid
being changed inadvertently. To do this,
detergent:
activate the childproof lock after starting
1. Pull out the detergent drawer. Press
the programme.
down the insert and fully remove the
drawer. To activate/deactivate the childproof
2. Slide the measuring aid forwards, lock, press and hold "Start/Reload" for
fold it down and click it into place. approx. five seconds. The E symbol
3. Reinsert the drawer. appears on the display panel.
■ E lights up: The childproof lock is
active.

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en Operating the appliance

■ E flashes: The childproof lock is Changing the programme

active and the programme selector
has been adjusted. To prevent the If you have started the wrong
programme from stopping, turn the programme by mistake, you can
programme selector back to the change the programme as follows:
original programme. The symbol 1. Select the other programme.
lights up again. 2. Press the Start/Reload button. The
new programme starts from the
Note: The childproof lock can remain beginning.
activated until you wish to start the next
programme, even after switching off the
machine. Cancel the programme
You must then deactivate the childproof
lock before starting the programme and For programmes at high temperatures:
activate it again as necessary once the 1. To cool the laundry, select Rinse/
programme has started. Spin.
2. Press the Start/Reload button.
Adding laundry For programmes at low temperatures:
1. Press Start/Reload.
After starting the programme, you can 2. Select Rinse/Spin (deactivate the
add or remove laundry as required. Rinse plus/Water plus button) or
To do this, press the Start/Reload select Drain.
button. 3. Press the Start/Reload button.
The "Start/Reload" indicator lamp
flashes and the machine checks Programme end during rinse
whether it is possible to add laundry. hold
Note: Do not leave the washing - - - appears on the display panel, the O
machine door open for too long when status display lights up and the "Start/
adding laundry as water from the Reload" button indicator lamp flashes.
laundry may leak out.
To end the programme, set the
If, on the display panel: programme selector to "Drain" or select
a spin speed. Then press the Start/
■ YES lights up, it is possible to add Reload button.
laundry.
■ NO flashes, wait until YES lights up.
■ A flashing NO symbol, it is not Programme end
possible to add laundry. -0- appears on the display panel and
For safety reasons, the washing the "Start/Reload" button indicator lamp
machine door remains locked when flashes.
the water level or temperature is
high, or while the drum is rotating, If the N symbol also appears on the
and it is not possible to add laundry. display panel, the washing machine has
To continue the programme, press detected too much foam during the
the Start/Reload button. The wash programme and automatically
programme continues automatically. switched on a rinse cycle to remove the
foam.
Note: Add less detergent for the next
washing cycle with the same load.

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 Sensors en

Removing laundry/switching
off the appliance
H Sensors
srosS
ne

1. Open the washing machine door Automatic load sensing

and remove the laundry.
2. Turn the programme selector to Off. The automatic load sensing function
Appliance is switched off. adapts the water consumption ideally to
3. Turn off the water tap. each programme depending on the
Note: Not required for Aqua-Stop type of fabric and the load.
models.
Unbalanced load detection
Notes
■ Do not leave any items of laundry in system
the drum. They may shrink in the The automatic unbalanced load
next wash or discolour another item. detection system detects imbalances
■ Remove any foreign objects from the and ensures even distribution of the
drum and the rubber seal – risk of laundry by repeatedly starting and
rusting. stopping drum spinning.
If the laundry is extremely unevenly
distributed, the speed is reduced or the
spin cycle is not performed for safety
reasons.
Note: Place large and small items of
laundry in the drum (from ~ Page 24).
■ Leave the washing machine door
and detergent drawer open so that
any residual water can dry away.

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 en Setting the signal

M Setting the signal

gni t S
te eht langis

1. Activate the setting mode for the signal volume

Set to Ú One step, the display Select and hold One step, release
panel lights up

2. Set the volume for the button signals and information signals (depending on the model)

* you may need to Set the vol- skip One step Set the volume* Set to Ú
select the function sev- ume*
eral times.

Caution!
2 Cleaning and Damage to the appliance
maintenance Cleaning agents that contain solvents,
gninaeC
l dna ecnaetnm
ia e.g. cleaning solvent, can damage
surfaces and components in the
: Warning machine.
Risk of death! Do not use cleaning agents that contain
There is a risk of electric shock if you solvents.
touch live components.
Switch off the appliance and unplug the
mains plug. Machine housing/control
panel
: Warning
Risk of poisoning! ■ Wipe the housing and the control
Toxic vapours can be produced by panel with a soft, damp cloth.
cleaning agents that contain solvents, ■ Do not use any abrasive cloths,
e.g. cleaning solvent. scourers or cleaning agents
Do not use cleaning agents that contain (stainless steel cleaners).
solvents. ■ Remove the detergent residue
immediately.

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 Cleaning and maintenance en

■ Cleaning with a jet of water is Note: Leave the detergent drawer open
prohibited. so that any residual water can
evaporate.
Drum
Detergent solution pump
Wipe the inside of the rubber seal dry
with a cloth. Leave the washing machine blocked
door open in order that the drum can
dry. Use chlorine-free cleaning agents
: Warning
and not steel wool. Risk of scalding!
When you wash at high temperatures,
the detergent solution gets very hot. If
Descaling you come into contact with the hot
detergent solution, you may be scalded.
Note: Make sure that there is no Allow the detergent solution to cool
laundry in the machine. down.
Descaling should not be necessary if 1. Turn off the water tap so that no
the detergent is measured out correctly. more water can flow in and has to be
However, if it is required, follow the drained via the detergent solution
manufacturer's instructions for the pump.
descaling agent. Suitable descalers can 2. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the
be obtained via our website or from our mains plug.
after-sales service. 3. Open and remove the service flap.

Detergent drawer and housing

If the washing machine contains
detergent or fabric softener residues:
1. Pull out the detergent drawer. Press
down the insert and fully remove the
drawer from the housing.
2. To remove the insert, push the insert 4. For models with a drain hose:
up from below with your finger. Take the drain hose out of the
retainer.
Remove the sealing cap; allow the
detergent solution to flow out into a
suitable container.
Replace the sealing cap and place
the drain hose in the retainer.

3. Clean the detergent dispenser tray

and insert with water and a brush,
and dry it. Also remove any
detergent or fabric softener residues
in the housing.
4. Fit the insert and lock it in place
(push the cylinder onto the guide
pin).
5. Push in the detergent drawer.

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en Cleaning and maintenance

5. For models without a drain hose: The drain hose at the siphon
Carefully unscrew the pump cover is blocked
until the detergent solution begins to
flow out. 1. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the
When the service flap is half full, mains plug.
close the pump cover and drain the 2. Loosen the hose clamp. Carefully
service flap. remove the drain hose, residual
Repeat the above steps until all the water may leak out.
detergent solution has completely 3. Clean the drain hose and siphon
drained out. connecting piece.

6. Carefully unscrew the pump cover; 4. Reattach the drain hose and secure
residual water may leak out. the connection point using the hose
Clean the interior, pump cover clamp.
thread and pump housing. The
impeller in the detergent solution
pump must be able to rotate. Filter in the water supply
Refit the pump cover and screw it on blocked
tightly. The handle must be in a
vertical position. : Warning
Risk of electric shock!
Do not immerse the Aqua-Stop safety
valve in water (it contains an electric
valve).
For this, first reduce the water pressure
in the supply hose:
1. Turn off the water tap.
7. Place the service flap back on, lock 2. Select any programme (except
it into place, and close it. Rinse / Spin / Drain).
3. Press the Start/Reload button. Allow
the programme to run for
approximately 40 seconds.
4. Turn the programme selector to Off.
Pull out the mains plug.
5. Clean the filter on the water tap:
Remove the hose from the water tap.
Clean the filter with a small brush.
Note: To prevent unused detergent
from flowing straight into the drain
during the next wash: Pour 1 litre of
water into compartment II and start the
Drain programme.

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 Faults and what to do about them. en

If possible, leave it to cool down.

: Warning
Risk of injury!
You may injure your hands if you reach
into the drum while it is rotating.
Do not reach into the drum while it is
rotating.
6. For standard and Aqua-Secure Wait until the drum has stopped
models, clean the filter on the rear of rotating.
the appliance:
Remove the hose from the rear of Caution!
the appliance. Water damage
Remove the filter using pliers and
clean the filter. Any escaping water may cause water
damage.
Do not open the washing machine door
if water can be seen through the glass.
1. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the
mains plug.
2. Drain off the detergent solution
~ Page 21
7. Connect the hose and check for 3. Use a tool to pull the emergency
leaks. release downwards and release it.
The washing machine door can then
be opened.

3 Faults and what to do

about them.
st luFa dna w
tah ot od tuoba m
eh.t

Emergency release
E.g. in the event of a power cut
The programme will continue running
when the power supply has been
restored.
However, if the laundry has to be
removed, the washing machine door
can be opened as follows:
: Warning
Risk of scalding!
When you are washing at high
temperatures, there is a risk of scalding
if you come into contact with hot
detergent solution and laundry.

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en Faults and what to do about them.

Information on the display panel

Display Cause/remedial action
YES The washing machine door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry.
NO ■ Temperature too high. Wait until the temperature drops.
■ Water level too high. Not possible to add laundry. Close the washing machine
door immediately, if necessary. Select Start/Reload to continue the pro-
gramme.
NO flashes ■ Wait until YES lights up.
F:16 Close the door properly; laundry may become trapped.
F:17 ■ Turn the water tap on fully,
■ supply hose kinked or trapped,
■ water pressure too low. Clean the screen.
F:18 ■ Detergent solution pump blocked. Clean detergent solution pump.
■ The drain hose/waste pipe is blocked. Clean the drain hose on the siphon.
F:21 Motor fault. Call the after-sales service.
F:23 Water in the base tub, appliance leaking. Call the after-sales service.
E Childproof lock activated; deactivate it.
N flashes Too much foam detected, a rinse cycle has been switched on.

Faults and what to do about them.

Faults Cause/remedial action
Water is leaking out. ■ Attach/replace the drainage hose correctly.
■ Tighten the screw connection of the supply hose.
No water supply. ■ Start/Reload not selected?
Detergent not dispensed. ■ Tap not turned on?
■ Filter blocked? Clean the screen. ~ Page 22
■ Supply hose kinked or trapped?
Washing machine door ■ Safety function active. Programme stopped? ~ Page 18
cannot be opened. ■ $ (without final spin) selected?
■ Can be opened by emergency release only? ~ Page 23
Programme does not ■ Start/Reload or Finished in time selected?
start. ■ Washing machine door closed?
■ E Childproof lock activated? Deactivate. ~ Page 17
Detergent solution is not ■ $ (without final spin) selected?
drained. ■ Clean detergent solution pump. ~ Page 21
■ Clean the waste pipe and/or drainage hose.
Water not visible in the Not a fault – water below the visible area.
drum.

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 Faults and what to do about them. en

Faults Cause/remedial action

Spin result not satisfac- ■ Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system has interrupted the spin
tory. because the laundry is unevenly distributed.
Laundry wet/too damp. Distribute small and large items of washing in the drum.
■ Reduced Ironing selected?
■ Selected speed too low?
Spin cycle started and Not a fault – the unbalanced-load detection system is adjusting the imbalance.
stopped several times.
The programme duration ■ Not a fault – the unbalanced-load detection system is adjusting the imbal-
is longer than usual. ance by repeatedly distributing the laundry.
■ Not a fault – the foam detection system active – adds an additional rinse
cycle.
The programme duration Not a fault – the programme sequence is optimised for the particular washing
changes during the wash process. This may lead to changes in the programme duration in the display
cycle. panel.
Residual water in the ■ Not a fault – the effect of the care product is not affected.
compartment for care ■ Clean the insert if necessary ~ Page 21
products.
Odours in the washing Run Cottons 90 °C programme without washing.
machine. Use standard detergent.
The N symbol flashes in Too much detergent used?
the display panel. Foam Mix one tablespoon of fabric softener with 1/2 litre water and pour into com-
may escape from the partment II (not for outdoor fabrics or those made with down).
detergent drawer.
Reduce the detergent dosage for the next wash cycle.
Intense noise, vibrations ■ Are the appliance feet fixed? Secure the appliance feet. ~ Page 33
and "wandering" during ■ Transport locks removed? Remove the transport locks. ~ Page 30
spinning.
Noises during spin and Clean the detergent solution pump ~ Page 21
drain cycles.
Display panel/indicator ■ Power cut?
lamps do not function dur- ■ Circuit breakers tripped? Switch the circuit breakers back on or replace
ing operation. them.
■ If the fault occurs repeatedly, call the after-sales service.
Detergent residues on the ■ Occasionally, phosphate-free detergents contain water-insoluble residues.
laundry. ■ Select Rinse/Spin or brush the laundry after washing.
NO appears on the dis- ■ Water level too high. Not possible to add laundry. Close the washing
play in reload mode. machine door immediately, if necessary.
■ Select Start/Reload to continue the programme.

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 en After-sales service

Faults Cause/remedial action

YES appears on the dis- The washing machine door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry.
play in reload mode.
If you cannot correct a fault yourself (after switching off/on) or a repair is required:
■ Turn the programme selector to Off. Appliance is switched off.
■ Unplug the mains plug from the socket.
■ Turn off the water tap and call the after-sales service.

4 After-sales service
selas-retA
f ecivres

If you cannot rectify a fault yourself

(Faults and what to do about
them~ Page 24 ), please contact our
after-sales service. ~ Cover page
We will always find an appropriate
solution in order to avoid unnecessary
visits by engineers.
Please give the after-sales service the
product number (E-Nr.) and the
production number (FD) of the
appliance.

(1U )'

Product number Production

number

You can find this information

(*depending on the model):
On the inside of the washing machine
door*/in the opened service flap* and
on the rear of the appliance.
Trust the expertise of the
manufacturer.
Contact us for assistance. By doing so,
you will ensure that the repairs are
carried out by trained service personnel
using genuine spare parts.

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 Consumption rates en

[ Consumption rates
noim
uC
stnpo setar

Energy and water consumption, programme duration and

residual moisture for the main washing programmes
Programme Load Energy consumption* Water* Programme duration*
Cottons 20 °C 7 kg 0,31 kWh 72 l 2¾h
Cottons 40 °C 7 kg 0,85 kWh 72 l 2¾h
Cottons 60 °C 7 kg 1,21 kWh 72 l 2¾h
Cottons 90 °C 7 kg 2,01 kWh 77 l 3h
Easy-Care 40 °C 3 kg 0,64 kWh 56 l 1¾h
Mixed Load 40 °C 3 kg 0,46 kWh 36 l 1¼h
Delicate/Silk 30 °C 2 kg 0,24 kWh 37 l ¾h
W / Wool 30 °C 2 kg 0,22 kWh 47 l ¾h

Programme Approximate information on the residual moisture**

WAE28 ... WAE24. .. WAE20 ... WAE16 ...
max 1400 rpm max 1200 rpm max 1000 rpm max 800 rpm
Cottons 53 % 58 % 68 % 80 %
Easy-Care 40 % 40 % 40 % 40 %
Delicate/Silk 30 % 30 % 30 % 30 %
Wool 45 % 45 % 45 % 45 %
* The values may deviate from the stated values depending on the following factors: water pressure and
hardness; water inlet temperature; ambient temperature; type, amount and soiling of laundry; type of
detergent used; fluctuations in the power supply and additional functions selected.
** Information on residual moisture based on programme-dependent spin speed limits and maximum loads.

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 en Technical data

Efficiency test programmes for cotton fabrics

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.

Standard programmes for Cottons in accordance with reg- Load Approximate pro-
ulation gramme duration
(EU) no. 1015/2010
Cottons programme ú + button ü Eco 7 kg 3_h
Cottons programme ú + button ü Eco 3,5 kg 3_h
Cottons programme û + button ü Eco 3,5 kg 3]h
Programme setting for testing and energy labelling in accordance with Directive 2010/30/EU with cold
water (15 °C).
The specification of the programme temperature is based on the temperature stated on the care label
in the textiles. The actual washing temperature may deviate from the stated programme temperature
for energy-saving reasons.

J Technical data
lacinhcTe atad

Dimensions:
850 x 600 x 590 mm
(height x width x depth)
Weight:
68 - 75 kg (depending on the model)
Mains connection:
Mains voltage 220-240 V, 50 Hz
Nominal current 10 A
Nominal power 2000-2300 W
Water pressure:
100 - 1000 kPa (1 - 10 bar)
Power consumption when switched
off:
0.20 W
Power consumption when ready for
use (left-on mode):
1.90 W

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 Positioning and connecting en

Notes
5 Positioning and ■ Check the machine for transport
connecting damage. Never use a damaged
machine. If you have a complaint,
gninoi t iP
so dna gni tcenoc

please contact the retailer from

Included with the appliance whom you purchased the appliance,
or our after-sales service.
■ Moisture in the drum is due to the
final inspection.
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 levelling
# ■ Spanner with:
– WAF 13 for loosening the
+ transport locks, and
– WAF 17 for aligning the
appliance feet

Safety instructions
: Warning
Risk of injury!
3 ■ The washing machine is very heavy.
Be careful when lifting/transporting
the washing machine.
( Elbow for securing the water drain hose* ■ If the washing machine is lifted by
0 Mains cable protruding components (e.g. the
8 Water supply hose on washing machine door), the
Aqua-Stop/Aqua-Secure models components may break off and
cause injuries.
@ Bag*: Do not lift the washing machine by
■ Installation and operating instructions protruding parts.
■ After-sales service location directory* ■ If the hose and mains cables are not
■ Warranty* routed properly, there is a risk of
■ Cover caps for openings left after tripping and injury.
removing the transport locks Lay hoses and cables in such a way
■ Spanner* that there is no risk of tripping.
H Water drain hose
P Water supply hose on standard models Caution!
* depending on the model Damage to the appliance
Frozen hoses may crack/burst.
Do not install the washing machine in
areas exposed to frost and/or outdoors.

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en Positioning and connecting

Caution! Installing the appliance in a

Water damage kitchenette
The connection points for the water
supply hose and water drain hose are : Warning
under high water pressure. To prevent Install the appliance (underneath the
leaks and water damage, you must worktop or fitted in a cabinet) before
follow the instructions in this section. connecting it to the power supply.
Notes Notes
■ In addition to the safety information ■ Recess width of 60 cm required.
listed here, the local water and ■ Only install the washing machine
electricity supplier may have special underneath a continuous worktop
requirements. that is securely connected to
■ If in doubt, have the appliance adjacent cabinets.
connected by a specialist.
: Warning
Installation surface Risk of electric shock!
Instead of the appliance covering plate,
Note: The washing machine must be you must have a metal cover* fitted by
stable so that it does not move around. an expert.
■ The surface on which it is installed * Order no. WMZ2420, WZ10190
must be firm and level.
■ Soft floors/floor coverings are not Removing the transport locks
suitable.
Caution!
Installation on a base or a Damage to the appliance
wooden joist floor ■ The machine is secured for
transportation using transport locks.
Caution! If the transport locks are not
Damage to the appliance removed, the drum, for example,
The washing machine may "wander" may become damaged when the
and tip/topple from the base when machine is operated.
spinning. Before using the appliance for the
Use holding brackets to secure the feet first time, make sure that you
of the appliance. completely remove all four transport
Order no. WMZ2200, WX975600, locks. Keep the locks in a safe
Z7080X0 place.
■ To prevent transport damage from
Note: On wooden joist floors, install the occurring if the appliance is moved
washing machine: at a later date, you must refit the
■ In a corner, if possible, transport locks before transporting
■ On a water-resistant wooden board the appliance.
(min. 30 mm thick) which is screwed
tightly to the floor. Note: Store the screw and sleeve
screwed together.

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 Positioning and connecting en

Hose and cable lengths

■ Left-hand connection

aFP
aFP
1. Take the hoses out of the holders.

PD[FP
PLQFP
aFP

■ Right-hand connection
2. Unscrew and remove all four
transport brace screws.
Remove the sleeves. To do this,
remove the mains cable from the aFP
holders. aFP

PD[FP
PLQFP
aFP

3. Fit the covers. Lock the covers firmly

in place by applying pressure to the Tip:
snap-in hooks. The following are available from
specialist dealers/the after-sales
service:
■ Extension for Aqua-Stop and cold
water supply hose (approx. 2.50 m).
Order no. WMZ2380, WZ10130,
Z7070X0
■ A longer supply hose (approx. 2.20
m) for standard model

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en Positioning and connecting

Water inlet ■ Model: Standard

: Warning
Risk of death!
There is a risk of electric shock if you
touch live components.
Do not immerse the Aqua-Stop safety
valve in water (it contains an electric
valve).
■ Model: Aqua-Secure
Observe the following when connecting
the machine:
Notes
■ Only operate the washing machine
using cold mains water.
■ Do not connect the machine to the
mixer tap of an unpressurised hot-
water boiler. ■ Model: Aqua-Stop
■ Do not use a used supply hose. Only
use the supply hose supplied or one
that was purchased from an
authorised specialist retailer.
■ Do not bend, squash, modify or cut
through the water supply hose
(otherwise its strength is no longer
guaranteed).
■ Only tighten the screw connections Note: Open the water tap carefully,
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. pressure.
Optimum water pressure in the supply
network Water outlet
At least 100 kPa (1 bar) Caution!
Maximum 1000 kPa (10 bar) Water damage
When the tap is open, the water flow is If the drain hose slips out of the wash
at least 8 l/min. basin or the connection point during
draining due to high water pressure, any
If the water pressure is higher than this,
escaping water may cause water
a pressure-reducing valve must be
damage.
installed.
Secure the drain hose so that it cannot
Connection slip out.
Connect the water supply hose to the Notes
water tap (¾" = 26.4 mm) and to the ■ Do not kink the water drain hose or
appliance (not necessary for Aqua-Stop put strain on it lengthways.
models as this is permanently installed):

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 Positioning and connecting en

■ Height difference between the

installation surface and the drain:
Min. 60 cm, max. 100 cm
You can lay the water drain hose as
follows:
■ Drainage into a washbasin
: Warning
Risk of scalding! Levelling
When you are washing at high
temperatures, there is a risk of Level the appliance using a spirit level.
scalding if you come into contact Incorrect levelling may result in intense
with hot detergent solution (e.g. noise, vibrations and "wandering".
when draining hot detergent solution
into a washbasin). 1. Loosen the lock nuts using a
Do not reach into the hot detergent spanner, by turning it in a clockwise
solution. direction.
Caution! 2. Check the levelling of the washing
machine with a spirit level, and
Damage to the appliance/fabrics adjust it if necessary. Change the
If the end of the drain hose is height by turning the appliance feet.
immersed in the drained water, water All four appliance feet must stand
may be sucked back into the firmly on the ground.
appliance and may damage the 3. Tighten the lock nut against the
appliance/fabrics. housing.
Make sure that: In doing so, hold the foot tight and
– The plug does not block drainage do not adjust its height.
from the washbasin. The lock nuts on all four appliance
– The end of the drain hose is not feet must be screwed tightly against
immersed in the drained water. the housing.
– The water drains away quickly
enough.

■ 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).

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en Positioning and connecting

Electrical connection Before washing for the first

time
: Warning
Risk of death! The washing machine was thoroughly
There is a risk of electric shock if you tested before leaving the factory. In
touch live components. order to remove any water which may
■ Never touch or hold the mains plug be left over from the test, run the first
with wet hands. washing cycle without any laundry.
■ Only pull out the mains cable by the
plug and never by the cable, as this Notes
could damage it. ■ The washing machine must be
■ Never unplug the mains plug during correctly installed and connected
operation. (from ~ Page 29).
■ Never use a damaged machine.
Observe the following information and Inform your after-sales service.
ensure that:
1. Check the machine.
Notes 2. Remove the protective film from the
■ The mains voltage and voltage control panel.
indicated on the washing machine 3. Connect the mains plug.
(rating plate) are the same. 4. Turn on the water tap.
The connected load and fuse 5. Close the washing machine door (do
required are specified on the rating not load any laundry).
plate. 6. Select the Cottons 90 °C
■ The washing machine is only programme.
connected to an alternating current 7. Open the detergent drawer.
via a properly installed earthed 8. Pour approx. 1 litre of water into
socket. compartment II.
■ The mains plug fits the socket. 9. Pour standard detergent into
■ The cable cross-section is adequate. compartment II.
■ The earthing system is properly Note: To prevent foaming, only use
installed. half of the amount of detergent
■ The mains cable is only replaced by recommended by the detergent
a qualified electrician (if this is manufacturer. Do not use detergent
necessary). Replacement mains for wool or delicates.
cables are available from the after- 10. Close the detergent drawer.
sales service. 11. Press the Start/Reload button.
■ No multiple plugs/couplings or 12. Switch off the appliance at the end of
extension cables are used. the programme.
■ If an earth-leakage circuit breaker is Your washing machine is now ready to
used, only a type which displays this use.
symbol z is used.
Only this symbol guarantees
compliance with the currently
applicable regulations.
■ The mains plug can be accessed at
all times.
■ The mains cable is not bent,
squashed, modified, cut through, or
in contact with heat sources.

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 Positioning and connecting en

Transportation
E.g. when moving house
Preparatory work:
1. Turn off the water tap.
2. Reduce the water pressure in the
supply hose.
Maintenance – filter in the water
supply ~ Page 22
3. Drain the remaining detergent
solution.
Maintenance – detergent solution
pump blocked ~ Page 21
4. Disconnect the washing machine
from the mains.
5. Remove the hoses.
Installing the transport locks:
1. Remove the covers and keep them
in a safe place.
Use a screwdriver if necessary.
2. Insert all 4 sleeves.
Clip the mains cable securely in the
holders. Insert and tighten the
screws.

Before commissioning:
Notes
■ The transport locks must be
removed.
■ To prevent unused detergent from
flowing straight into the drain during
the next wash: Pour approx. 1 litre of
water into compartment II and start
the Drain programme.

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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 damage is caused due to a fault in our Aqua-Stop system, we will
compensate domestic customers for the damage caused.
2. The liability guarantee is valid for the service life of the appliance.
3. It is a prerequisite of all warranty claims that the appliance with Aqua-Stop
must have been installed and connected correctly in accordance with our
instructions; this also includes a correctly fitted Aqua-Stop extension
(genuine accessories).
Our warranty does not cover defective feed lines or fittings leading to the
Aqua-Stop connection at the tap.
4. Appliances with Aqua-Stop do not need to be supervised during operation,
nor secured afterwards by turning off the tap.
The tap only needs to be turned off if you are away from home for a long
period, e.g. for several weeks' holiday.

7 Advice and repair order in the event of faults

GB 0344 892 8979 (Calls charged at local or mobile rate.)
IE 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

*9001021005*
9001021005 (9409)