This document is a user manual for a Bosch washing machine, model WAXH2E0LSN. It provides comprehensive information on the appliance's function, technical specifications, usage, and maintenance.
Function Description
The Bosch WAXH2E0LSN is a washing machine designed for domestic use, capable of washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool. It is intended for use with tap water and commercially available detergents and care products suitable for washing machines. The appliance is designed for private households and enclosed spaces, and can be used up to an altitude of 4000 meters above sea level. It features various washing programs tailored for different fabric types and soil levels, including Cottons, Eco 40-60, Cotton Colour, Easy Care, Mix, Delicate/Silk, Wool/Hand-wash, Rinse/Freshen Up, Drain, Spin, Memory, AllergyPlus, Shirts, Sport, Automatic Soft, Automatic, Jeans/Dark Wash, Drum clean, and Rapid 15'/30'. The machine also incorporates an intelligent dosing system (i-DOS) for automatic detergent and fabric softener dispensing, which can be activated or deactivated. Other features include a childproof lock, Home Connect for remote control and monitoring via a mobile app, and an energy manager for optimizing energy consumption.
Important Technical Specifications
- Appliance Dimensions:
- Height: 84.8 cm
- Width: 59.8 cm
- Depth: 59.0 cm
- Depth with door closed: 63.2 cm
- Depth with door open: 108.5 cm
- Weight: 83.4 kg
- Maximum Load Capacity: 10.0 kg
- Mains Voltage: 220-240 V, 50 Hz
- Minimum Installation Protection: 10A
- Nominal Power: 2300 W
- Power Consumption:
- Off mode: 0.10 W
- Left-on mode: 0.50 W
- Time until the networked standby mode is (Wi-Fi): 5 mins
- Networked standby mode (Wi-Fi): 1.50 W
- Water Pressure:
- Minimum: 100 kPa (1 bar)
- Maximum: 1000 kPa (10 bar)
- Length of Water Inlet Hose: 150 cm
- Length of Water Outlet Hose: 150 cm
- Length of Power Cord: 210 cm
- Wireless Connectivity:
- 2.4 GHz band (2400-2483.5 MHz): Max. 100 mW
- 5 GHz band (5150-5350 MHz + 5470-5725 MHz): Max. 100 mW (for indoor use only in 5 GHz WLAN)
- Aqua-Stop Guarantee: Provides compensation for water damage if the Aqua-Stop system is defective.
Usage Features
The washing machine offers a user-friendly interface with a control panel, program selector, and display.
- First-time use: Before the first wash, it is recommended to run a drum clean program without any laundry to remove residual water from the factory. Detergent should be added to the manual dosing compartment.
- Program Selection: Users can select from a variety of programs based on fabric type, soil level, and desired washing temperature and spin speed. The display shows current settings, options, and relevant information.
- Adjusting Program Settings: Additional program settings can be adjusted using the buttons and sub-menus, allowing for customization of wash cycles. These include options like SpeedPerfect (shorter program duration), Intensive Plus (extended washing program for heavily soiled laundry), Stains (selects specific stain types for targeted treatment), and Prewash.
- Intelligent Dosing System (i-DOS): The appliance can automatically dispense liquid detergent and fabric softener based on the selected program and load. Users can adjust the basic dosage if needed.
- Loading Laundry: The manual provides guidelines for loading laundry to prevent creasing and optimize washing results.
- Adding Detergent and Care Product: Detergent can be added manually to the detergent drawer or automatically via the i-DOS system.
- Childproof Lock: This feature prevents unintended operation of the appliance, particularly by children. It can be activated and deactivated via a button combination.
- Home Connect: The machine can be connected to a home network via Wi-Fi, allowing remote control and monitoring through the Home Connect app on a mobile device. This includes activating remote start, checking program status, and receiving notifications.
- Basic Settings: Various basic settings of the appliance can be adjusted, such as end signal, button signal, drum clean advice, language, dispenser contents, basic dosage, network settings, and energy management.
- Display Information: The display provides real-time information such as program duration, remaining time, recommended load, spin speed, temperature, navigation options, and status of various functions (e.g., childproof lock, prewash, water plus, rinse hold, silent wash, stain types, energy consumption, water consumption, remote start, Wi-Fi status, energy manager, dispenser fill levels, and dosing recommendation).
Maintenance Features
Regular maintenance is crucial for the appliance's longevity and optimal performance.
- Cleaning the Detergent Drawer: The detergent drawer should be regularly cleaned to prevent residue buildup. This involves removing the drawer, disassembling its components, cleaning them with water and a brush, and then reassembling and reinserting the drawer.
- Cleaning the Drum: The "Drum clean" program should be run regularly (e.g., if the appliance has not been used for a long time or if odours have formed) to clean the drum and prevent bacteria formation.
- Cleaning the Drain Pump: In case of faults, blockages, or rattling noises, the drain pump needs to be cleaned. This involves disconnecting the power, draining the water, opening the service flap, removing the drain hose, and cleaning the pump unit and filter insert.
- Cleaning the Intake Opening in the Rubber Gasket: The rubber gasket's intake opening should be regularly checked and cleaned to prevent blockages.
- Troubleshooting: The manual provides a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for common faults, including issues with water supply, drain pump, detergent dosing, program start, door closure, spin cycle, vibrations, noises, creasing, and detergent residue.
- Customer Service: In case of persistent faults or the need for genuine spare parts, users are advised to contact Bosch Customer Service. The manual provides contact information and details on the product number (E-Nr.) and production number (FD) for identification.
- Disposing of Old Appliance: The appliance contains valuable raw materials and should be recycled responsibly.
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