1 2 3 4 5 6
Select
Start/Pause
:c– 90 °C Temp. (°C) Select the temperature (: = cold)
c– 1400 * rpm ()cSelect the spin speed (* depending on model) or (rinse stop =
without final spin, the washing remains in th e water after the last
rinse cycle).
1 – 24 h Ready in () Programme ends in ...
Status displays Programme progress displays:
1üüüücü- ¯- Washing, Rinse, Spin, programme duration or end (- ¯-)
Programme selectorDisplay panel/
Option buttons
Start/
Pause
Additional functions
Sorting and inserting the washing
Follow manufacturer’s care information!
According to the information on the care la bels.
According to type; colour; soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed maximum load. aPage 7
Follow important instructions. aPage 6
Insert large and small items of washing!
Close the washing machine door.
Do not jam items of washing between the wash ing machine door and rubber seal.
Add detergent and care product
Dose according to:
amount of washing, soiling, water hardne ss (available from your water utility company) and
manufacturer’s instructions.
For models without insert for liquid detergent:
Pour liquid detergent into corresponding dis penser and place in drum.
Caution when opening the detergent drawer wh ile the appliance is running!
Important information
Before using your washing machine for the first time
Do not put any washing in the washing machine! Turn the tap on. Pour into d ispenser II:
– Approx. 1 litre wa ter.
– Detergent (dosage according to manufacturer’s instructions for light soili ng and according to degree of water
hardness).
– Set programme selector to
KEasy-Care 60 °C and sel ect Start/Pause.
At the end of the programm e set the programme selector to Off.
Protecting the washing and the machine
– When dosing all detergents , cleaning aids and cleaning agents, always follow the manufacturer's instructions.
– Empty pockets.
– Remove metal parts (paper clips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in the net/b ag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
– Close zips, button up cov ers.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or include in the net/bag.
Insert laundry
Insert large and small items of washing!
Do not jam items of washin g between the washing machine door and rubb er seal.
Washing with different degrees of soiling
Wash new items separatel y.
Light Do not prewash.
If required, pretreat stain s. Select Eco
+
additional function.
Heavy Load less washing. Selec t programme with
Prewash.
If required, pretreat stain s. Select Eco
+
additional function.
Soaking Load washing of the same colour.
Pour soaking agent/detergent into dispen ser II according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Set programme selector to
cCottons 30 °C and select Start/Pause. After approx. 10 m inutes select Start/Pause to stop the programme.
After the required soaking t ime reselect Start/Pause if the programme is to be continued or change the programme .
Starching Washing should not be treated with fabric s oftener.
Liquid starch can be used in all wash programmes. Pour starch into the fabr ic softener dispenser ~ according
to manufacturer’s specificat ions (if required clean beforehand).
Dyeing/Bleaching
Dye in household quantities on ly. Salt may attack stainless steel! Observe sp ecifications of the dye manufacturer!
Do not bleach washing in the washing machine!
Emergency release e.g. if power failure occurs
The programme continues run ning when the power supply is restored.
If the washing is still to be rem oved, the door can be opened as describe d below:
Risk of scalding!
Detergent solution and wash ing may be hot. If required, leave to cool down.
Do not reach into the drum in c ase it is still rotating.
Do not open the door if you can still see water through the glass.
1. Set programme selector to Off, pull out the m ains plug.
2. Drain the water. aPage 10
3. Pull down emergency release with a tool and r elease.
Door can then be opened.
Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model) aPage 9
Dispenser II: Detergent for main wash,
water softener, bleach, stain remover
Your washing machine
Intended use
Contents Page
ʔIntended use ........................................................................................................................... 1
ʔProgrammes ...................................................................................................... .....................1
ʔSelecting and adjus ting a programme...................................... .......................................3
ʔWashing ................................................................................................................... ............3/4
ʔAfter washing .................................. ....................................................................................... 4
ʔIndividual settings.. ................................................................................................................ 5
ʋImportant information ................. ......................................................................................... 6
ʔEmergency lock release ....................................... ............................................................... 6
ʔOverview of programmes ...................................... .............................................................. 7
ʔSafety instructions ................................................................................................................. 8
ʔConsumption values ........... .................................................................................................. 8
ʔInsert for liquid detergent .................................................................................................. ..9
ʔCare ................................................................. ......................................................................... 9
ʔInformation on the displa y panel........................ ............................................................... 9
ʔInformation on blockage ....................................................................................................10
ʔWhat to do if …........ ..............................................................................................................11
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
– Utilise the maximum amount of washing for the particular programme.
– Wash normally soiled washing without prewa sh.
– Instead of the cCottons 9 0 °C programme, select Cottons Eco 60 °C and
Eco
+
additional function.
Comparable cleaning result with significan tly lower energy consumption.
– Measure detergent according to the manufactur er’s instructions and water
hardness.
– If the washing is then dried in the tumble dryer, select spin speed according to the
instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Preparation
Before using your washing mach ine for the first time
wash once without any washing. aPage 6
Setting programmes
1
2
Washing
Dispenser ~: Fabric softener, starch
Dispenser I: Detergent for prewash
ʔfor use in the household only,
ʔfor washing machin e-washable textiles and hand-washable wool in
wash liquor,
ʔto be operated with c old drinking water and commercially available
detergents and care products which are suitable for u se in washing
machines.
– Follow the safety instructions on Page 8!
– Do not leave children unattended near the washing machine!
– Children and uninstructed persons must not use the washing
machine!
– Keep pets away from the washing machine!
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric co nditioner with water.
Prevents blockage of the overflow.
Detergent drawers
with dispensers I, II, ~
Fascia
Door handle
Emergency lock release
Door
Correct installation according to separat e
installation instructions.
Checking the machine
– Never switch on a damaged machine!
– Inform your customer service!
Insert mains plug
– With dry hands only!
– Take hold of the plug only!
Turn on the tap
Additional functions and option buttons
aIndividual settings, Page 5
Washing
End of programme when ...
... - ¯- is indicated on the display panel.
Terminating the programme
For programmes at high temperature:
– Cool washing: select
2Rinse.
– Select Start/Pa use.
For programmes at low temperature:
– Select Spin or < Drain.
– Select Start/Pa use.
Change programme if ...
... you have mistakenly selected a wrong programme:
– Reselect programme.
– Select Start/Pause.
The new programme starts from the beginning.
Cancel Programme
– Select Start/Pau se.
– If required, top up washing (do not leave doo r open for a long time –
water from the washing could run out of the o pen door).
– Select Start/Pause.
Individual settings
ʑ
Option buttons
You can change the spin speed and tempera ture beforehand and while the selected programme is running.
Effects dependent on the programme progress.
ʑ
Temp.°C
You can change the indicated washing temp erature. The maximum washing temperature which can be selected
depends on the set programme.
ʑ
(rpm=Spin spee d, revolutions per minute)/ (Rinse stop = without final
spin)
You can change the indicated spin speed or selec t (rinse stop = without fin al spin cycle, washing remains in the
water after the last rinse cycle).
The selectable maximum spin speed depends on th e model and the selected programme.
ʑ
Ready in
The respective programme duration is displayed by selecting the programme. The programme start can be delayed
before the programme begins. The (Ready in) time can be set in hour steps up to maxi mum 24h.
Keep pressing the (Ready in) button until the required number of hours is indicated (h=h our). Select Start/
Pause. Settings cannot be made when the progra mme has started.
ʑ
Additional functions aOverview of programmes, Page 7
Eco
+
Extension of the washing time for a more i ntensive washing of highly soiled washing.
Prewash For heavily soiled washing. Prewash at 30 °C.
Reduced Ironing Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffin g. Gentle final spin at reduced spin speed.
Residual moisture of the washing slightly in creased.
Aqua Plus Increased water level. Additional rinse cycle. L onger programme duration.
For areas with very soft water or for further improvement of the rinsing result.
ʑ
Start/Pause
For starting or interrupting the programme.
ʑ
Signal
If the Option buttons are touched for
longer, the selected options will run
automatically!
3
Programmes
For detailled overview of programmes aPage 7 .
Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually irrespective of the
selected programme and programme progres s.
cCottons hard-wearing textiles
Cottons Eco hard-wearing textiles
KEasy-Care for easy-care textiles
! Mixed Load different types of washing
Delicates/Silk for easy-care, washable textiles
Wool hand/ machinewashable textiles
2Rinse with subsequent spin cycle
Spin extra spin with variable spin speed
<Drain the rinsing water when is acti vated
(rinse stop = without final spin)
Gentle S pin washing washed by hand;
gentler spin cycle
6Sup er Quick extra short programme
5cPower Wash hard-wearin g textiles
÷Sensitive Hard-wearing fabrics;
longer washing and rinsing at a higher water level
for particularly sensitive skin
ZSpor tswear textiles made of microfibres
cDark Wash dark textiles
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
Turn off tap
Not required for Aqua-Stop models.
aInformation, Installation Instruc tions
Remove the washing
Open washing machine door and remo ve washing.
If (rinse stop = without final spin) active: Set programme selector
to < Drain or Spin. Select Start/Pause.
– Remove any foreign objects – risk of rusting.
– Leave detergent drawer and door open so that residual
water can evaporate.
Congratulations – You have opted for a mo dern, high-quality domestic appliance
manufactured by Bosch. The washing mac hine is distinguished by its economical
consumption of water and energy.
Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly to ensure that
it functions properly and is in perfect cond ition.
Further information on our products, accessories, spare parts and services can be found
at: www.bosch-home.com or contact our c ustomer service centres.
Programme selector for switching
the machine on and off and for
selecting the programme.
Can be rotated in either direction.
Detergent-solution pump
Drainage hose
Do not switch on the wa shing machine until you have read these
instructions and the separate Installation/Ma intenance
instructions!
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