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Programme has ended when...
... Start/Pause flashes and the End indicator light comes
on.
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing: Select 2R
inse/Spin).
– Select Start/Pause.
Programmes at lower temperatures:
– 2Rinse/S
pin (deactivate =Aqua Plus but ton) or
select >
Drain.
– Select Start/Pause.
Changing the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong progra mme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme .
– Select Start/Pause. The new programme starts from the
beginning.
Correct installation according to the
separate Installation instructions.
Check the machine
– Never use a damaged machi ne.
– Inform the after-sales services.
Connect the mains plug
Make sure your hands are dry.
Take hold of the plug only.
Turn the tap on
Compartment II: detergent for the mai n 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 –> page 7.
Observe the important information –> pag e 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
Congratulations ä you have opted fo r a modern, high-quality
domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. This washing machine
is distinguished by its economical water and energy consumption.
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly
to ensure that it functions proper ly and is in perfect condition.
For further information and a selection of our products go to our web
site: www.bosch-home.com
You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service
here or in the after-sales service director y (depending on model),
see also Installation Instructions, page 7 .
– GB 0844 8928979 Calls fro m a BT landline will be charged at
up to 3 pence per minute. A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may
apply.
– IE 01450 2655
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/EEC on waste electrical an d electronic 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 .......................................................................... 5/6
ʋImportant information .................. ..................................................... 6
ʋOverview of programmes ................................................................ 7
ʋSafety instructions .............................................................................8
ʋConsumption values .........................................................................8
ʋCare ..................................................................................................... 9
ʋInformation on the indicator lights .................................................. 9
ʋMaintenance ....................................... ............................................. 10
ʋWhat to do if... .................................................................................. 11
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
– Always fill the wa shing machine with a maximum amo unt of
laundry for the relevant programme .
– Wash normally s oiled laundry without a prewash.
– Instead of L
FCottons 90 °C, choose the programme
L
FCottons 60 °C with the additional fu nction jEcoPerfect.
Comparable cleaning result wit h significantly lower energy
consumption.
– Measure the dete rgent according to the manufactur er's
instructions and water hardness .
– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select t he spin
speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Preparation
Before washing for the first time
Wash once without any laundry –> p age 9.
Setting and adjusting a programme
Spin
speed*
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 –> page 7.
The spin speed can be selected i ndividually, irrespective of
the selected programme and progra mme progress.
LF Cottons Hard-wearing fabrics
+Prewash Hard-wearing fabrics, prewash at
30 °C
Mixed Load Different types of laundry
@Super Quick 15’ Short programme
2Rinse/SpinLaundry washed by hand,
=
Aqua Plus button activate d; if only
using the spin cycle, deactivate the
button
> Drain Drain rinsing water for Rinse Hold
: Wool Hand/machine-washable wo ol
cDelicate/silk Delicate washable fabrics
IEasy-Care Easy-care fabrics
Additional functions and spin
speeds –> Individual settings,
page 5.
Washing
1
2
Washing
Detergent drawer with
compartments I, II, ~
Washing machine
door
Compartment ~: fabric softener , starch
Compartment I: detergent for prewash
ʋFor domestic use only
ʋFor washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-wash-
able wool in detergent solution
ʋTo be operated with cold drink ing water and commer-
cially available detergents and care products which are
suitable for use in washing machines
.
– Observe the safety instructions on p age 8!
– 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 m achine
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
This prevents blockages.
Individual settings
ʑ
Spin speed in rpm/without final spin –> model-dependent
Before and while the selected programme is running, the spin speed or Spülstop (rinse hold,
without final rinse, laundry soaks in the last rinsing water) can be set. The effects depend on
the programme progress.
The maximum selectable spin spe ed depends on the model and on which programme is
currently selected.
ʑ
Additional functions –> and overview of programmes, see page 7
iSpeed Perfect For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to
that of the standard programme. Ma ximum load –> Overview of
programmes, page 7.
jEco Perfect For saving energy and water with a washing outcome comparable to
that of the standard programme.
SReduced Ironing Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. More gentle final spin
- residual moisture in the laundry sligh tly increased.
=Aqua Plus Increased water lev el and additional rinse cycle, extended washing
time. For areas with very soft water or for further improveme nt of the
rinsing result.
ʑ
Start/Pause
For starting or interrupting the programm e.
ʑ
Signal
Important information
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– Empty pockets .
– Look out for meta l items (paperclips, etc.).
– Wash delica tes in a laundry bag (tights, curtains, under wired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons.
– Brush sand o ut of pockets and collars.
– Remove cur tain fittings or place in the laundry bag.
Laundry with varying degree s of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separate ly.
light Do not prelav.(prewash). If required, choose the additional function
i
Speed Perfect.
Pretreat any stains as necessary.
intense Do not load as much laundry.
Choose a programme with prewash.
Soaking Load laundry o f the same colour
Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment II in accordance w ith the manufacturer's
instructions. Turn the programme selector to L
FCottons 30 °C and select Start/Pause. After
approx. 10 minutes, press Start/P
ause, to pause the programme. Once the required soaking
time has elapsed, press Start/Pause, again to continue the programm e, or select a different
programme.
Starching Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener
Starching is possible in all wash progr ammes if liquid starch is used. Pou r starch into the
fabric softener compartment in accordan ce with the manufacturer's instru ctions~ (rinse first
if necessary).
Dyeing/bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage s tainless steel.
Always follow the dye manufacturer's in structions. Do not use the washing machine for
bleaching clothes.
Additional
functions
3
Drum
Control panel
Service flap
Status
indicator
Removing the washing
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If Rinse Hold (without final spin) is active: Turn the
programme selector to >
Drain or select the spin speed.
Select Start/Pause.
– Remove any foreign 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
Not required for Aqua-Stop mode ls –> refer to installation
instructions
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
(*model-dependent)
Select Start/Pause
Read these instructions and the separ ate
installation instructions before operat ing the
washing machine.
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