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Cleaning and 

maintenance

Cleaning and maintenance

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Warning

Danger of death!

There is a risk of electric shock if you 

touch live components.

Switch off the appliance and unplug the 

mains plug.

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Warning

Risk of poisoning!

Toxic vapours can be produced by 

cleaning agents that contain solvents, 

e.g. cleaning solvent.

Do not use cleaning agents that contain 

solvents.

Caution!

Damage to the appliance

Cleaning agents that contain solvents, 

e.g. cleaning solvent, can damage 

surfaces and components in the 

machine.

Do not use cleaning agents that contain 

solvents.

Machine housing/control 

panel

Wipe the housing and the control 

panel with a soft, damp cloth.

Remove the detergent residue 

immediately.

Do not clean with a water jet.

Drum

Use chlorine-free cleaning agents and 

not steel wool.

Descaling

Descaling should not be necessary if 

the detergent is measured out correctly. 

However, if it is required, follow the 

manufacturer's instructions for the 

descaling agent. Suitable descalers can 

be obtained via our website or from our 

after-sales service.

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.

2.

To remove the insert: Push the insert 

upwards from below with your finger.

3.

Clean the detergent dispenser tray 

and insert with water and a brush, 

and dry it. Clean the inside of the 

housing as well.

4.

Fit the insert and lock it in place 

(push the cylinder onto the guide 

pin).

5.

Push in the detergent drawer.

Note:  

Leave the detergent drawer open 

so that any residual water can 

evaporate.

Detergent solution pump 

blocked

:

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 drain pump.

2.

Switch off the appliance. Disconnect 

the mains plug.

Summary of Contents for WAK2427SKE

Page 1: ...3FHJTUFS RXU QHZ GHYLFH RQ 0 RVFK QRZ DQG JHW IUHH EHQHILWV CPTDI IPNF DPN XFMDPNF en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions Washing machine WAK2427SKE ...

Page 2: ...operating and installation instructions describe different models any differences will be pointed out at the relevant points in the text Read these operating and installation instructions before switching on the washing machine Display rules Warning This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly dangerous situation Not heeding the warning can cause death or injuries Caution This s...

Page 3: ...16 O Extra Rinse 16 1 Operating the appliance 17 Preparing the washing machine 17 Select programme switch on the appliance 17 Change the programme default settings 17 Select additional programme settings17 Placing laundry into the drum 17 Measure and add detergent and care products 18 Start the programme 19 Childproof lock 19 Adding laundry 19 Changing the programme 20 Cancel the programme 20 Prog...

Page 4: ... cold mains water and standard detergents and care products which are suitable for use in washing machines When measuring out the amount of all detergents additives care products and cleaning agents always follow the manufacturer s instructions The washing machine may be used by children over the age of 8 years and by persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capacity or by persons with a la...

Page 5: ...ne may tip over and cause injuries Do not lean on the washing machine door when it is open Reaching into the drum when it is turning can cause injuries to hands Do not reach into the drum when it is turning Wait until the drum has stopped turning 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 if hot water i...

Page 6: ...shing machine door 7 Environmental protection EnvironmentalprotectionPackaging used appliance Tips on economical use Always fill the appliance with the maximum amount of laundry for the relevant programme Overview of programmes Page 12 Wash normally soiled laundry without a prewash Save energy and detergent when washing lightly and normally soiled laundry Page 11 Energy saving mode The display pan...

Page 7: ...ns Observe the maximum load on the display panel Load the laundry Close the washing machine door 3 Add detergent Change the programme default settings if necessary Select additional settings if necessary Start the programme 4 Programme end Open the washing machine door and remove the laundry Set the programme selector to Ú Turn off the water tap for models without Aqua Stop ...

Page 8: ...8 Getting to know the appliance GettingtoknowtheapplianceWashing machine 6 7 Detergent drawer Page 18 8 Washing machine door with window handle 0 Controls display elements 9S Open the washing machine door 9T Close the door Service flap ...

Page 9: ... A for starting interrupting adding laundry and cancelling a programme Settings for the selected programme Cold 90 C Temperature Cold 1200 0 Spin speed max speed depends on the model In rpm rotations per minute Rinse hold without final spin 1 30 Programme duration Depends on the programme selection in h min hours minutes 1 24 h Ready in Programmes ends after h h hours 8 0 kg Max load Status indica...

Page 10: ...aundry separately 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 prewash select the Speed Perfect setting if necessary Normal Heavy Load less laundry select a programme with prewash Stains Remove pretreat stains while they are fresh First dab the stain wi...

Page 11: ... or viscose Programme Delicate Silk cold max 40 C Detergent for woollens Suitable for wool Wool programme cold max 40 C Saving energy and detergent For light and normal soiling you can save energy lower washing temperature and detergent Note When measuring the amount of all detergents additives care products and cleaning agents please always check the manufacturer s instructions and information Pa...

Page 12: ...II Note The G SpeedPerfect setting is suitable as a short pro gramme for lightly soiled laundry Max 7 kg 4 kg Cold 90 C 1200 rpm Eco Perfect Speed Perfect Rinse Plus O f Easy Care Fabrics made from synthetic or blended fabrics Easy Care T Prewash Programme with prewash divide the detergent between compartments I and II Max 4 kg Cold 60 C 1200 rpm Eco Perfect Speed Perfect Rinse Plus O o Mix A mixe...

Page 13: ...15 programmeisrunforthespeed Perfect G setting Max 3 5 kg 2 kg Cold 40 C 1200 rpm Speed Perfect w Sportswear For fabrics made of microfibres for sports and leisure Notes Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener Before washing clean the detergent drawer thoroughly all com partments to remove fabric softener residue Max 2 kg Cold 40 C 800 rpm Eco Perfect Speed Perfect Rinse Plus O ê Outdoor ...

Page 14: ... ten minutes press Start Pause A 5 After the required soaking time press Start pause A again to continue or change the programme Notes Load laundry of the same colour No additional detergent is required the soaking solution is used for washing AllergyPlus Hard wearing fabrics Note Longer washing and rinsing at a higher water level for particu larly sensitive skin Max 7 kg 5 kg Cold 60 C 1200 rpm E...

Page 15: ...ld without final spin the laundry remains in the water after the final rinse You can select Rinse hold to prevent creasing if the laundry will not be taken out of the washing machine immediately after the programme has ended The maximum speed that can be set depends on the model and programme that have been selected Overview of programmes Page 12 Ready in time Ready in When you select the programm...

Page 16: ...display panel The washing machine door can be opened and laundry can be added 3 Close the washing machine door 4 Press the Start Pause A button The preselected time continues to run Additional programme settings AdditionalprogrammesettingsG SpeedPerfect For washing in a shorter time with a washing result comparable to that of the standard programme Note Do not exceed the maximum load Overview of p...

Page 17: ... You can use the default settings or change them To do this repeatedly select the corresponding button until the required setting is displayed The settings are activated without needing to be confirmed They are not saved when the appliance is switched off Programme default settings Page 15 Overview of programmes from Page 12 Select additional programme settings By selecting additional settings you...

Page 18: ...he surfaces of the washing machine Do not allow these agents to come into contact with the surfaces of the washing machine If necessary immediately wipe away spray residue and other residues droplets with a damp cloth Measuring Measure the detergent and care products according to Water hardness ask your water supply company The manufacturer s instructions on the packaging The amount of laundry Soi...

Page 19: ... inadvertently adjusted you can select the childproof lock as follows Childproof lock You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have set from being changed inadvertently To do this activate the childproof lock after starting the programme To activate deactivate the childproof lock press and hold Start Pause for approx five seconds The E symbol appears in the display panel E lig...

Page 20: ... continues automatically Changing the programme If you have started the wrong programme by mistake you can change the programme as follows 1 Press Start Pause A 2 Select the other programme 3 Press Start Pause A The new programme starts from the beginning Cancel the programme Programmes at high temperatures 1 Press Start Pause A 2 To cool the laundry Select O Rinse 3 Press Start Pause A For progra...

Page 21: ...2 Set the programme selector to Off The appliance is switched off 3 Turn off the water tap Note Not required for Aqua Stop models Notes Do not leave any items of laundry in the drum They may shrink in the next wash or discolour another item Remove any foreign objects from the drum and the rubber seal risk of rusting Leave the washing machine door and detergent drawer open so that any residual wate...

Page 22: ...d Unbalanced load detection system The automatic unbalanced load detection system detects imbalances and ensures even distribution of the laundry by repeatedly starting and 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 evenly in the drum Page 27 ...

Page 23: ...ay elements light up Setting mode is activated 2 Set the volume for the button signals depending on the model Press the button repeatedly until the desired volume is reached Go to point 3 or Set to Ú to exit the setting mode for the sig nal volume 3 Set the volume for the information signals Turn the dial one position to the right Press the button repeatedly until the desired volume is reached Set...

Page 24: ...ver if it is required follow the manufacturer s instructions for the descaling agent Suitable descalers can be obtained via our website or from our after sales service 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 2 To remove the insert Push the insert upwards from...

Page 25: ...owing straight into the drain during the next wash Pour 1 litre of water into compartment II and start the Empty programme The drain hose at the siphon is blocked 1 Switch off the appliance Disconnect the mains plug 2 Loosen the hose clamp Carefully remove the drain hose residual water may leak out 3 Clean the drainage hose and siphon connecting piece 4 Reattach the drainage hose and secure the co...

Page 26: ...e 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 detergent solution and laundry 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 turning Do not reach into the drum when it is turning Wait until the drum has stopped turning Caution ...

Page 27: ...e pipe is blocked Clean the drain hose on the siphon E 23 Water in the base tub appliance leaking Turn off the tap Call the after sales ser vice E Childproof lock activated deactivate it 9 flashes Too much foam detected a rinse cycle has been switched on Other displays Switch off appliance wait five seconds and switch on again If the display is indi cated again call the after sales service Faults ...

Page 28: ...es in the display panel Foam may escape from the deter gent drawer Too much detergent used Mix one tablespoon of fabric softener with 1 2 litre water and pour into compart ment II not for outdoor fabrics sportswear fabrics or those made with down Reduce the detergent dosage for the next wash cycle Intense noise vibrations and wandering during spinning Is the appliance levelled Level the appliance ...

Page 29: ... by engineers Please give the after sales service the product number E no and the production number FD of the appliance 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 ou...

Page 30: ... 1 4 h Delicate Silk 30 C 2 kg 0 21 kWh 36 l 3 4 h Wool 30 C 2 kg 0 22 kWh 42 l 3 4 h Programme Approximate information on the residual moisture WAK28 WAK24 WAK20 WM14K WM12K WM10K 3TS 3TS 3TS max 1400 rpm max 1200 rpm max 1000 rpm Cottons 48 53 62 Easy Care 40 40 40 Delicate Silk 30 30 30 Wool 45 45 45 The values may deviate from the stated values depending on the following factors water pressure...

Page 31: ...g and connecting PositioningandconnectingIncluded with the appliance Note Check the machine for transport damage Never use a damaged machine If you have a complaint please contact the retailer from whom you purchased the appliance or our after sales service Standard Programs for Cotton under EU Regulation 1015 2010 Load Programme du ration Programme Cottons ú button ü EcoPerfect F 7 kg 3 h Program...

Page 32: ...nd cables in such a way that there is no risk of tripping Caution Damage to the appliance Frozen hoses may rip burst Do not install the washing machine in areas exposed to frost or outdoors Caution Water damage The connection points for the water supply hose and water drain hose are under high water pressure To prevent leaks and water damage you must follow the instructions in this section Notes I...

Page 33: ...ch live components Do not remove the appliance covering plate Notes Recess width of 60 cm required Only install the washing machine underneath a continuous worktop that is securely connected to adjacent cabinets Removing the transport locks Caution Damage to the appliance The machine is secured for transportation using transport locks If the transport locks are not removed the drum for example may...

Page 34: ... contains an electric valve 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 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...

Page 35: ...nnot slip out Note Do not kink the water drain hose or put strain on it lengthways You can lay the water drain hose as follows Outlet in a sink 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 e g if hot detergent solution is being drained into a wash basin Do not reach into the hot detergent solutio...

Page 36: ...nts 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 Observe the following information and ensure that Notes The mains voltage and voltage indicated on the washing machine rating plate are the same The connected load and fuse required are specified on the rating pl...

Page 37: ...emove the protective film from the control panel 3 Connect the mains plug 4 Turn on the water tap 5 Close the washing machine door do not load any laundry 6 Select thei Cottons programme and set the temperature to 90 C 7 Open the detergent drawer 8 Pour approx 1 litre of water into compartment II 9 Pour standard detergent into compartment II Note To prevent foaming only use half of the amount of d...

Page 38: ... 2 Insert all four sleeves Clip the mains cable securely in the holders Insert and tighten the screws Before initial use Notes The transport locks must be removed To prevent unused detergent from flowing straight into the drain during the next wash Pour approximately 1 litre of water into compartment II and select and start the Empty programme ...

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Page 40: ...unts for accessories spare parts Digital manual and all appliance data at hand Easy access to Bosch Home Appliances Service Free and easy registration also on mobile phones www bosch home com welcome Looking for help You ll find it here Expert advice for your Bosch home appliances need help with problems or a repair from Bosch experts Find out everything about the many ways Bosch can support you w...

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