1 2 3 4 5
6
End of programme when ...
... $ Start/Reload flashes and -0- appears on the display
panel.
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
Cool washing: Select Rinse/cSpin .
Press $Start/Reload.
Programmes at lower temperature s:
Rinse/ cSpin (deac tivate =Aqua Plus button) or
select >Drain.
Press $Start/Reload.
Changing the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong progra mme by mistake:
Reselect the program me.
Press $S tart/Reload. The new programme starts from
the beginning.
Reloading laundry, if ... a pag e 5
... $ Start/Reload selected and th en YES is lit in the
display panel. If NO is lit, the washing m achine door
cannot be opened.
Press $Start/Reload.
Correct installation according to the
separate Installation instructions.
Checking the machine
Never use a dama ged machine.
Inform customer ser vice.
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 informati on.
According to the information on th e care labels.
According to type, colour, soiling an d temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load apage 7.
Observe the important information a page 6.
Insert large and small items of laund ry.
Close the washing machine door . Take care not to trap items of lau ndry
between the washing machin e door and the rubber seal.
Add detergent and care products
Measure accordingly:
Amount of laundry, soiling, water hard ness (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturer's instr uctions.
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.
Further information: www.bosch-home.c om
You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service
here or in the after-sales service director y (depending on model).
GB 0844 8928979
Calls from a BT landline will be cha rged 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 display panel ....................................................9
ʋMaintenance ......................................................... ........................... 10
ʋWhat to do if... .................................................................................. 11
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
Always fill the washing m achine with a maximum amount of
laundry for the relevant programme .
Wash normally soiled lau ndry without a pre-wash.
Instead of LCottons 90 °C, choose the programm e
LCottons 60 °C with the additional function ć EcoPerfect.
Comparable cleaning result wi th significantly lower energy
consumption.
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 s pin
speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Preparation
Before washing for the first time
Wash once without any laundry a p age 9.
Setting** and adjusting programmes
Spin
speed*
Programme selector
Start/
Reload
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.
Spin speed can be selected individ ually, irrespective of the
selected programme and programm e progress.
LCottons Hard-wearing fabrics
+ 7 Prewash Hard-wearing fabrics,
pre-wash at 30 °C
/Mix ed Load
Different types of laundry
@SuperQu ick 15 Short programme
2 Rinse/cSpin Laundry washed by hand,
=Aqua Plus button activated; if only
using the spin cycle, deact ivate the
button
> Drain Drain rinsing water for Rinse Hold
(without final spin)
: / /÷Wool Hand/machine-washable woo l
Delicate/Silk Delicate washable fabrics
I Easy-Care Easy-care fabri cs
**If the ( symbol flashes in the
display panel, the childproof lock
is active a deactivate, page 5.
Additional functions, the options
button and spin speeds
a Individual settings, page 5.
$ Start/Reload
Washing
1
2
Washing
Detergent drawer with
compartments I, II, ~
Washing machine
door
Compartment 0: Fabr ic softener, starch
Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wash
ʋfor domestic use only,
ʋfor washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-wash-
able 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 near the
washing machine.
The washing machine is not to be used b y
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 viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
This prevents blockages.
Individual settings
ʑ
Ready in options button
When you select the programme, th e relevant programme duration is disp layed. You can
delay the start of the programme be fore it begins. The Ready in- time can be set in
increments of one hour up to a max imum of 24 hours. Press the Ready in button
repeatedly until the required number of hours is displayed (h = hour). Choose $Start/
Reload. It is not possible to make a djustments once the programme has started.
ʑ
cSpin / without final spin
Before and while the selected pro gramme is running, you can set the spin speed or Rinse
Hold (without final spin, laundry soaks in the last rinsing water, display panel - - -). The effects
depend on the programme progress. The maximum selectable spin spe ed depends on the
model and on which programme is c urrently selected.
ʑ
Additional functions aand ove rview of programmes, see page 7.
Ĉ SpeedPerfect For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to
that of the standard programme. Ma ximum load a Overview of
programmes, page 7.
ć EcoPerfect For saving energy with a washing performance comparable to that of
the standard programme.
SReduce d Ironing Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. More gentle final spin
- residual moisture in the laundry sligh tly increased.
=Aqua Plus Increased water level and addition al rinse cycle, extended washing
time. For areas with very soft water o r for further enhancing the spin
result.
ʑ
Childproof lock and reloading
(
Childproof lock/
Appliance lock
You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have
set from being changed inadverte ntly.
ON /OFF: Press and hold the $ Star t/Reload button for approx. 5
seconds after the start/end of the p rogramme.
Note: The childproof lock can remain activated until you wish to start
the next programme, even after switc hing off the machine.
Then you can deactivate the ch ildproof lock before the start of the
programme and activate it again as necessary once the programme
has started.
YES
Reload
If you want to add additional items of laundry after the programme has
started, choose $ Start/Reload. The m achine checks whether
reloading is possible.
YES is lit: Reloading is possible.
NO flashes: wait until YES lights up.
Note: do not open the door until YES is lit.
NO: It is not possible to reload.
Note: For safety reasons, the washing machine door remains locked
when the water level and/or temper ature is high, or during spinning.
To continue the programme, press the $Start/Re load.
ʑ
$ Start/Reload
To start the programme or to subsequently load additional laundry, and to activate/deactivate
the childproof lock.
Individual settings
ʑ
Signal
Important information
Protecting the laundry 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 laundry bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
Fasten zips, do up an y buttons.
Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag.
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing sepa rately.
light Do not pre-wash. If required, choo se the additional function
Ĉ SpeedPerfect.
Pre-treat any stains as necessa ry.
intense Do not load as much laundry.
Choose a programme with pre-wa sh.
Soaking Load laundr y of the same colour
Pour soaking agent/detergent in to compartment II in accordance with the m anufacturer's
instructions. Turn the programme sele ctor to LCott ons 30 °C and press $Start/Reload.
After approx. 10 minutes, press $S tart/Reload to pause the programme. Once the required
soaking time has elapsed, press $Start/Reload again to continue the programme, or select
a different programme.
Starching Laundry mus t not be treated with fabric softener
Starching is possible in all wash progr ammes if liquid starch is used. Pou r the 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 hou sehold quantities. Salt may damage s tainless steel.
Always follow the dye manufacturer's instructions! Do not use the washing ma chine for
bleaching clothes!
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