Bosch WAW285H1UC, Use And Care Manual / Installation Instructions

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING

When properly cared for, your new appliance has been 

designed to be safe and reliable. Read all instructions 

carefully before use. These precautions will reduce the 

risk of burns, electric shock, fire, and injury to persons. 

When using appliances, basic safety precautions must 

be followed, including those in the following pages. 

Examine the appliance after unpacking it. In the event of 

transport damage, do not plug it in.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, 

SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WHEN USING YOUR 

WASHING MACHINE, FOLLOW BASIC PRECAUTIONS 

INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING

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Bosch washers are provided with a Use and Care

Manual with Installation Instructions. Read and

understand all instructions before using the washing

machine.

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Do not wash articles that have been previously

cleaned, washed, soaked, or spotted with gasoline, dry

cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive

substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or

explode.

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Do not add gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other

flammable or explosive substances to the wash water.

These substances give off vapors that could ignite or

explode.

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Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be

produced in a hot water system that has not been used

for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.

If the hot water system has not been used for this

length of time, turn on all hot water faucets and let the

water flow out of each faucet for several minutes before

using the washing machine. This will release any

accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable,

do not smoke or use an open flame while carrying out

this procedure.

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Before the appliance is removed from service or

discarded, remove the door to prevent children from

playing or hiding inside. Also remove the power cord/

plug.

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Do not allow anyone to climb, lean or hang on any part

of the washer including any protruding components

such as the appliance door or a pullout shelf.

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Use caution when draining hot water from the washer

drum such as during pump maintenance or when using

the emergency door open procedure.

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Do not reach into the appliance if the wash drum is

moving.

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Do not tamper with the controls.

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Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or

attempt any service unless specifically recommended

in these user maintenance instructions. 

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Do not use replacement parts that have not been

recommended by the manufacturer (e.g. parts made by

using a 3D printer)

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Always unplug the washing machine from the power

supply before attempting any service. Disconnect the

power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.

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Do not machine wash fiberglass materials (such as

curtains and window coverings that use fiberglass

materials). Small particles may remain in the washing

machine and stick to fabrics in subsequent wash loads

causing skin irritation.

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Always read and follow the instructions of the

manucfacturer of the detergents and cleaning aids,

fabric softeners and static eliminators that you are

using. Heed all warning and precaution.

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Do not install or store the washer where it will be

exposed to the weather. Hoses and internal parts may

be damaged if exposed to freezing temperatures.

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Do not use the washing machine if it has a worn power

cord or loose plug.

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The washing machine must only be used for its

intended purpose.

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Always follow the fabric care instructions

recommended by the clothing manufacturer.

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Check the fill hose connections on a regular basis to

ensure that they are tight and not leaking.

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Make sure all water connections to the washing

machine have shut-off valves that are readily

accessible during normal operation of the washer. Turn

off both valves during periods in which the washer is

not in use and before leaving for extended periods

such as vacations to reduce the risk of water damage

in the event of a leak. Turn the valves back on prior to

resuming use of the washer.

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Do not operate the washing machine if parts are

missing or broken.

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Do not operate the washing machine until you are sure

that:

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the washing machine has been installed according 

to the Installation Instructions.

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all water, drain, power and grounding connections 

are in compliance with all local regulations and/or 

other applicable regulations and requirements.

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Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded

and may present a risk of electric shock during

servicing. Service Personnel – DO NOT CONTACT the

following parts while the appliance is energized: inlet

valves, drain pump, heat sink of the motor controller,

PCBs.

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See the installation instructions in this manual for

grounding requirements.