1 2 3 4 5
6
End of programme when ...
... the status indicator Spin - End flash es.
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing: Select Rinse .
– Select Start.
Programmes at lower temperatures:
– Select Spin or Drain.
– Select Start.
Changing the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong progra mme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme .
– Select Start. The new p rogramme starts from the
beginning.
Correct installation according to the
separate Installation instructions.
Checking the machine
– Never use a dama ged machine.
– Inform the after-sales se rvice.
Connecting the mains
plug
Make sure your hands are dry.
Take hold of the plug only.
Turning the tap on
Compartment II: Detergent for the m ain wash, water
softener, bleach, stain remover
Sorting and loading laundry
Follow the manufacturer's care in formation.
According to the information on the care labels.
According to type, colour, soiling and tem perature.
Do not exceed the maximum load apage 7.
Observe the important information a page 6.
Insert large and small items of laundry.
Close the washing machine door. Ta ke care not to trap items of laundry
between the washing machine doo r and the rubber seal.
Add detergent and care products
Measure accordingly:
Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardnes s (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturer's instructions.
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Your washing machine
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domestic app liance manufa ctured by Bosc h. This washing machine
is distinguis hed by its econ omical wate r and ener gy consumptio n.
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly
to ensure tha t it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
For further information and a selection of our products go to our web
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You can fin d the contact details for yo ur nearest aft er-sales ser vice
here or in th e after-sales service direct ory (depend ing on mode l).
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Calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence per minute.
A call set-u p fee of up to 6 pence may apply.
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Environmentally friendly waste disposal
All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with
environmental guidelines.
This appliance is certified in accorda nce with European Directive
2002/96/EC on waste electrical and e lectronic equipment (WEEE).
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and
reuse of used appliances.
Intended use
Contents Page
ʋIntended use ....................................... ................................................1
ʋProgrammes ....................................................................................... 1
ʋSetting and adjusting the programme ........................................... 3
ʋWashing .................................................................................. .........3/4
ʋAfter washing .............................................................. ........................4
ʋIndividual settings .............................................................................. 5
ʋImportant information .................. ...................................................... 6
ʋOverview of programmes ................................................................ 7
ʋSafety instructions .............................................................................8
ʋConsumption values .........................................................................8
ʋCare ..................................................................................................... 9
ʋInformation to indicator lights ................ .......................................... 9
ʋMaintenance ............................................................... ..................... 10
ʋWhat to do if... .................................................................................. 11
Environmental protec tion/Conservation tips
– Always fill the washing m achine with a maximum amount of
laundry for the relevant programme .
– Wash normally soiled w ashing without a pre-wash (model-
dependent).
– Instead of Cottons 90 °C, c hoose the programme
Cottons Intensive Stains 60 °C. Com parable cleaning result
with significantly lower energy consu mption.
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's
instructions and water hardness .
– If the laundry is then drie d in the tumble dryer, select the spin
speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer
(model-dependent).
Preparation
Before washing for the first time
Wash once without any laundry a p age 9.
Setting and adjusting programmes
Programme selectorStart/
Pause
Programme selector for
switching the machine on
and off and for selecting
the programme. Can be
turned in either direction.
Programmes
Detailed overview of programmes apage 7.
Cottons hard-wearing fabrics
Cottons Intensive Stains hard-wearing fabrics
Mixed Load different types of laundry
Rinse with subsequent spin cycle
Spin laundry washed by hand
Drain the rinsing water
Wool / ÿühand/machine-washable
textiles
Delicates delicate washable fabrics
Easy-Care easy-care fabrics
Additional function a Individual settings,
page 5.
Select Start
Washing
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Removing the washing
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
– Remove any foreig n objects - risk of rusting.
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent
drawer open so that any residual wa ter can
evaporate.
Turning the tap off
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
Washing
Detergent drawer with
compartments I, II, ~
Washing machine
door
Compartment ~: Fabr ic softener, starch
Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wa sh (model-dependent)
ʋfor use in the household only,
ʋfor machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool
in detergent solution,
ʋto be operated with cold drinking wate r and commer-
cially available detergents and care products which are
suitable for use in washing mac hines.
.
– Do not leave children unattended nea r the
washing machine.
– The washing machine is not to be us ed by
children or persons not familiar with the
operating instructions.
– Keep pets away from the washing machin e.
Read these instructions and the separ ate
installation instructions before operating th e
washing machine.
Dilute thick fabric softener and fab ric conditioner with water.
This prevents blockages.
Individual settings
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Additional functions aand overview of programmes, see page 7.
Rinse Plus An extra rinse cycle is carried out
Express Wash Reduced wash time - only 2 rinse cy cles.Suited for slightly soiled
washing. Recommended load: up to a maximum of 3 kg.
ʑ
Start
For starting or interrupting the programm e.
Important information
Protecting the was hing and the machine
– When determining the dosage of all washing powders, additives and cleaning agents, you
must follow the manufacturer's in structions.
– Empty pockets.
– Look out for metal ite ms (paperclips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in a lau ndry bag (tights, curtains, underwired br as).
– Fasten zips, do up an y buttons.
– Brush sand out of poc kets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag.
Washing with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separate ly.
light Do not pre-wash.
If required, pretreat stains.
Select programme Cottons Intensiv e Stains 60 °C.
heavy Load less washing.
Select programme Cottons Intensive Stains 6 0°C.
Soaking Load laundry o f the same colour
Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment II in accordance with the manu facturer's
instructions. Turn the programme selector to Cottons 30°C and select Start. After approx. 10
minutes, press Start, to pause the programme. Once the required soaking time has elapsed,
press Start, again to continue the pro gramme, or select a different programme.
Starching Washing must not be treated with fabric softener
Starching is possible in all wash progr ammes if liquid starch is used. Pour th e starch in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions into fabric softener compartment ~ (rinse first
if necessary).
Dyeing / Bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stain less steel.
Always follow the dye manufacturer's instructions! Do not use the washing machin e for
bleaching clothes!
Additional
function
3
Drum
Control panel
Service flap for
detergent solution
pump
Status
indicators
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