Bosch WAW32450GB, Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

Page 1: ...en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions Washing machine WAW32450GB ...

Page 2: ...perating 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 si...

Page 3: ...hing machine 25 Control panel 26 Display panel 27 Z Laundry 28 Prepare the laundry 28 Sorting laundry 28 C Detergent 29 Correct selection of detergent 29 Saving energy and detergent 29 Overview of programmes 30 Programmes on the programme selector 30 Starching 34 Dyeing bleaching 34 Soaking 34 0 Programme default settings 35 Temperature 35 Spin speed 35 Finished In 35 Additional programme settings...

Page 4: ...ing 44 Detergent drawer and housing 45 The drain pump is blocked emergency draining 45 The drain hose at the siphon is blocked 46 Filter in the water supply blocked 46 3 Faults and what to do about them 47 Emergency release 47 Information on the display panel 48 Faults and what to do about them 49 4 After sales service 51 Consumption rates 52 Energy and water consumption programme duration and res...

Page 5: ...is outside of the scope of its intended application and is forbidden This appliance is suitable for operation with mains water and commercially available detergents and care products must be suitable for use in washing machines This appliance is intended for use up to a maximum height of 4000 metres above sea level Before you switch on the appliance Check that there is no visible damage to the app...

Page 6: ... by persons with a lack of experience or knowledge as long as they are supervised or have received instruction on how to use the appliance safely and they have understood the potential risks of using the appliance Children must not play with this appliance Do not allow children to clean or maintain this appliance unsupervised Keep children under 3 years and pets away from this appliance Do not lea...

Page 7: ...e skin irritation Rinse eyes skin thoroughly if they it come s into contact with detergents or care products Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children Installation Warning Risk of electric shock fire material damage damage to the appliance If the appliance is not installed properly this may lead to a dangerous situation Ensure the following The mains voltage on your power sock...

Page 8: ...d must not come into contact with any heat sources Warning Risk of fire material damage damage to the appliance The use of extension cords or power strips may result in fire due to overheating or short circuiting Connect the appliance directly to an earthed socket that has been correctly installed Do not use extension cords power strips or multi way couplers Warning Risk of injury material damage ...

Page 9: ...eed 1000 kPa 10 bar Materialdamage damagetotheappliance If the water hoses are altered or damaged this may result in material damage or damage to the appliance The water hoses must not be kinked crushed altered or severed Materialdamage damagetotheappliance The use of hoses supplied by other brands to connect to the water supply may result in material damage or damage to the appliance Use the hose...

Page 10: ...eight on the appliance door when it is open Riskofinjury If you climb onto the appliance the worktop may break which may result in injury Do not climb onto the appliance Riskofinjury If you reach into the drum while it is still rotating you risk injuring your hands Wait until the drum has stopped rotating Warning Risk of scalding When washing at high temperatures there is a risk of scalding if you...

Page 11: ... with live components Therefore please note Switch off the appliance Disconnect the appliance from the power supply pull out the plug Never take hold of the mains plug with wet hands When removing the mains plug from the socket always take hold of the plug itself and never the mains cable otherwise this may damage the mains cable Do not make any technical modifications to the appliance or its feat...

Page 12: ...re parts and accessories only Caution Material damage damage to the appliance Cleaning agents and agents for pretreating laundry e g stain removers prewash sprays etc may cause damage if they come into contact with the surfaces of the appliance Therefore please note Do not allow these agents to come into contact with the surfaces of the appliance Clean the appliance with nothing but water and a so...

Page 13: ...Press any button to activate the lighting Energy saving mode is not activated if a programme is running Automatic switch off If the appliance is not operated for a prolonged period it may automatically switch off before the programme starts and when the programme has ended to save energy Press the main switch again to switch on the appliance Switching the Page 42 function on off If the laundry is ...

Page 14: ...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 3 Mains cable 0 Bag Installation and operating instructions Customer services location directory Warranty Cover caps for openings after the transport braces have been removed Adaptor with sealing washer from 21 m...

Page 15: ...ure To prevent leaks and water damage you must follow the instructions in this section Notes In addition to the safety information listed here the local water and electricity supplier may have special requirements If in doubt have the appliance connected by a specialist Installation surface Note The washing machine be stable so that it does not move around The installation surface must be firm and...

Page 16: ...cks are not removed the drum for example may become damaged when the machine is operated Before using the appliance for the first time make sure that you completely remove all four transport locks Keep the locks in a safe place To prevent transport damage from occurring if the appliance is moved at a later date you must refit the transport locks before transporting the appliance Note Keep the scre...

Page 17: ...re available from specialist dealers customer services Extension for Aqua Stop and cold water supply hose approx 2 50 m order no WM Z2380 WZ 10130 CZ 11350 Z 7070X0 A longer supply hose approx 2 20 m for standard models individual component number for customer services 00353925 PD FP a FP a FP a FP a FP PD FP a FP a FP ...

Page 18: ...ten 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 tap first fit an adapter with a sealing washer from 21 mm to 26 4 mm supplied depending on the model Optimum water pressure in the supply network At least 100 kPa 1 bar Maximum 1000 kPa 10 bar When the tap is open the water flow rate is at le...

Page 19: ...lip out 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 drained water The water drains away quickly enough Note Do not kink the water drain hose or p...

Page 20: ... turning it in a clockwise direction 2 Check the alignment of the washing machine with a spirit level and adjust it if necessary Change the height by turning the appliance feet All four appliance feet must stand firmly on the ground 3 The lock nuts on all four appliance feet must be screwed tightly against the housing using a suitable WAF17 spanner In doing so hold the foot tight and do not adjust...

Page 21: ...he mains plug fits the socket The cable cross section is adequate The earthing system is properly installed The mains cable is only replaced by a qualified electrician if this is necessary Replacement mains cables are available from customer services No multiple plugs couplings or extension cables are used If an earth leakage circuit breaker is used only a type which displays the z symbol is used ...

Page 22: ...lm from the control panel 3 Plug in the mains plug 4 Turn on the tap Running the programme without laundry 1 Switch on the appliance 2 Close the door do not load any laundry 3 Set the Cottons 90 C programme 4 Open the detergent drawer 5 Pour approximately 1 litre of water into compartment II 6 Pour standard washing powder into compartment II Note To prevent foaming only use half the amount of dete...

Page 23: ...ergency draining 5 Remove the hoses Fitting the transportation securing means 1 Remove the covers and keep them in a safe place If required use a screwdriver 2 Insert all four sleeves Clip the mains cable securely in the holders Insert the transportation securing bolts and tighten them with a wrench WAF 13 Before switching on the appliance again Notes The transport braces must be removed Pour appr...

Page 24: ... 2 FODFN Sort the laundry Observe the maximum load depending on the model on the display panel Load the laundry Close the door 3 Add detergent If necessary change the default programme settings and or select additional settings Start the programme 4 End of the programme Open the door and remove the laundry To switch off press the button Turn off the tap for models without Aqua Stop ...

Page 25: ...the appliance en 25 Getting to know the appliance Gettingtoknowtheappliance Washing machine 6 7 Detergent drawer Page 38 0 Operating display panel 8 Door with door handle 9S Open the door 9T Close the door Service flap ...

Page 26: ...nal programme settings Page 36 EcoPerfect SpeedPerfect Aqua Plus Reduced Ironing A button for Starting a programme Interrupting a programme e g to add items of laundry Page 40 Cancelling a programme Page 40 H Changing the default programme settings Page 35 Temperature Spin speed Spin Finished In time P Child Lock 3 sec E to prevent the set functions from being changed accidentally To do so press F...

Page 27: ... progress Prewash N Washing à Rinse 0 Spin 0 Programme end Programme end during Rinse Stop P Pause e g to reload laundry Washing machine door lights up The washing machine door can be opened flashes When the programme has started The washing machine door is not closed properly Tap r lights up Tap not turned on no water pressure r flashes Water pressure too low may increase the programme duration C...

Page 28: ... items separately Wash new coloured items separately the first time you wash them Soiling Wash laundry with the same level of soiling together Some examples of soiling levels can be found on Page 29 Light Do not prewash select the SpeedPerfect setting if necessary Normal Heavy Load less laundry select a programme with prewash Stains Remove pretreat stains while they are fresh Firstly dab with soap...

Page 29: ...ilk 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...

Page 30: ...nts I and II Notes For the EcoPerfect setting the wash temperature is lower than the selected temperature If you would like to set a particular washing temperature use the programme without the EcoPerfect setting or if necessary set a higher temperature The SpeedPerfect setting is suitable as a short programme for lightly soiled laundry Max 9 kg 5 kg Ž 90 C 400 1600 rpm EcoPerfect SpeedPerfect Red...

Page 31: ...st in the water Notes Wool is of animal origin e g Angora alpaca llama sheep Use a detergent that is suitable for machine washing wool Max 2 kg Ž 40 C 800 rpm Drain For the rinsing water e g after the setting Rinse Stop no final spin cycle Rinse Spin Extra rinse spin with speed that can be selected Note The Aqua Plus button is set by default for this programme If you require a spin cycle only pres...

Page 32: ...stant items made of cotton or linen energy optimised washing that works by reducing the temperature while achieving a comparable washing result to the Cottons programme Note The washing temperature is lower than the selected temperature If you want to achieve a higher water temperature use the Cottons programme with a higher temperature as required max 9 kg Ž 90 C 400 1600 rpm EcoPerfect SpeedPerf...

Page 33: ...eated with fabric softener Before washing clean the detergent drawer thoroughly all compartments to remove fabric softener residue Max 1 kg Ž 40 C 800 rpm EcoPerfect SpeedPerfect Aqua Plus Outdoor Membrane coated weatherproof or outdoor clothing and water resistant fabrics Notes Use special detergent suitable for machine washing add the correct dosage to compartment II in accordance with the manuf...

Page 34: ...to continue the programme or change the programme Notes Load laundry of the same colour No additional detergent is required the soaking solution is used for washing Duvet Machine washable items stuffed with synthetic fibres such as pillows quilts and bedspreads also suitable for items stuffed with down Note Wash large items separately Use a detergent designed for delicates and follow the instructi...

Page 35: ...hat has been selected Finished In Before starting the programme you can preselect the programme end Ready in time in hourly increments h hour up to a maximum of 24 hours To do this 1 Select a programme The programme duration is displayed for the selected programme e g 2 30 hours minutes 2 Press the Finished In button repeatedly until the required number of hours is displayed Note The setting value...

Page 36: ...out the EcoPerfect setting SpeedPerfect Washing in a shorter time while achieving a washing result that is consistent with but uses more energy than the selected programme without the SpeedPerfect setting Note Do not exceed the maximum load Overview of programmes Page 30 Reduced Ironing Reduces creasing thanks to a special spin sequence followed by fluffing and reduced spin speed Note The washing ...

Page 37: ...d The maximum load and the duration of the programme alternately In appliances with a drum light The drum is lit after switching on the appliance after opening and closing the door and after starting the programme The light switches off automatically Placing laundry into the drum Warning Danger of death Items of laundry pretreated with cleaning agents that contain solvents e g stain remover cleani...

Page 38: ...llowed seek medical advice Note Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with a little water This prevents blockages in the washing machine s piping Pour the detergent and care products into the appropriate compartments 1 Pull out the detergent drawer as far as possible 2 Add detergent and or care products 3 Close the detergent drawer Measuring aid for liquid detergent depending on th...

Page 39: ...rts The display panel shows the Ready in time while the programme is running or the programme length and the programme progress symbols when the washing programme has started Display panel Page 27 Note Foam detection If the Å symbol also lights up in the display panel the washing machine has detected too much foam during the wash programme and automatically activated additional rinse cycles to rem...

Page 40: ...add laundry during this time The load display is not active during reloading 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 To cool down lau...

Page 41: ...n the next wash or discolour another item Remove any foreign objects from the drum and the rubber seal risk of rusting Wipe the rubber seal dry Leave the door and detergent drawer open so that any residual water can evaporate Page 44 Always wait until the programme ends as the appliance could still be locked Then switch the appliance on and wait for it to unlock If the display panel goes off at th...

Page 42: ...ode is activated and the preset volume for the information signals appears in the display panel You can now change the settings Changing the signal volume Use the Finished In or button to change the following settings at the corresponding programme selector positions 2 The volume of the information signals and or 3 The volume of the button signals Exit setting mode or Selecting deselecting the app...

Page 43: ...tribution 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 37 Page 49 AquaSensor depending on the model During the rinse cycle the AquaSensor checks the degree of turbidity turbidity is caused...

Page 44: ...ions Notes 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 using the Cottons 60 C programme and powder detergent Machine housing control panel Wipe the housing and the control panel with a soft damp cloth Remove the detergent residue immediately Do not ...

Page 45: ...k 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 tap so that no more water can flow in and has to be drained via the drain pump 2 Switch off the appliance Pull out the mains plug 3 Open and remove the service flap 4 Take the drain hose out of the retainer Remove the se...

Page 46: ... the connection point using the hose clamp 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 plug Then clean the filter 1 Disconnect the hose from the ...

Page 47: ...isk of scalding if you come into contact with hot water and laundry If possible leave it to cool down first 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 Water damage Any escaping water may cause water damage Do not open the door if water can be seen throu...

Page 48: ...ogramme and make your individual settings start the programme r lights up Turn on the tap fully Supply hose kinked trapped The water pressure is too low Clean the filter Page 46 E 18 The drain pump is blocked Clean the drain pump Page 45 The drain hose drain pipe is blocked Clean the drain hose at the siphon Page 46 E 23 There is water in the base trough the appliance is leaking Turn off the tap C...

Page 49: ... Is selected Rinse Stop no final spin Page 40 Clean the drain pump Page 45 Clean the drain pipe and or the drain hose Water is not visible in the drum Not a fault the water is below the visible area The spin result is not satisfactory Laundry is wet too damp Not a fault the unbalanced load detection system has interrupted the spin cycle because the laundry is unevenly distributed Distribute small ...

Page 50: ... fixed Secure the appliance s feet Page 20 Have the transport braces been removed Remove the transport braces Page 16 The display panel indicator lamps do not work while the appliance is running Has there been a power failure Have the fuses blown Reset replace the fuses If the fault occurs repeatedly call customer services There is detergent residue on the laundry Some phosphate free detergents co...

Page 51: ...ustomer services 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 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 spar...

Page 52: ... 60 kWh 45 l 1 h Delicates Silk 30 C 2 kg 0 19 kWh 37 l _ h Wool 30 C 2 kg 0 19 kWh 41 l _ h Programme Approximate information on the residual moisture WAW32 WAW28 WAW24 WAW20 Max 1600 rpm Max 1400 rpm Max 1200 rpm Max 1000 rpm Cottons 44 48 53 62 Easy Care 40 40 40 40 Delicates Silk 30 30 30 30 Wool 45 45 45 45 Observed values may deviate from the indicated values due to influence of water pressu...

Page 53: ...ter pressure 100 1000 kPa 1 10 bar Power consumption when switched off 0 12 W Power consumption when left on 0 43 W Standard programmes for Cottons in accordance with the EU directive no 1015 2010 Programme temperature button Load Approximate programme duration ü Cottons ú ü EcoPerfect 9 kg 4 h ü Cottons ú ü EcoPerfect 4 5 kg 4 h ü Cottons û ü EcoPerfect 4 5 kg 4 h Programmesettingfortestingandene...

Page 54: ...s 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 A...

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Page 56: ...001299758 9704 You can find the contact information for all countries in the attached after sales service directory 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 ...