This document is a user manual for a Bosch washing machine, model XQG100-WGA656B00W. It provides comprehensive information on the appliance's function, technical specifications, usage, and maintenance.
Function Description
The Bosch washing machine is designed for washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool in accordance with the care label. It is intended for use with tap water and commercially available detergents and care products suitable for washing machines. The appliance is suitable for private households and enclosed spaces in a domestic environment, and can be used up to an altitude of 4000 m above sea level.
The washing machine offers various programmes for different types of laundry, including Cottons, Easy Care, Mix, Delicates/Silk, Lingerie, Wool, Rinse, Spin, Additional Programmes, Bed linens, Babycare, Shirts, Outdoor+, Down, Curtains, ActiveOxygen Drum Clean, Super 15', Power Wash 30', ActiveOxygen Air Wash, and ActiveOxygen Anti-mites. Each programme is tailored to specific fabric types and soil levels, with recommended maximum load capacities and temperature/spin speed settings.
Key features include:
- ActiveOxygen technology: Available in programmes like ActiveOxygen Drum Clean, ActiveOxygen Air Wash, and ActiveOxygen Anti-mites, this feature helps to clean the drum, freshen up dry laundry, remove odours, and treat laundry with active oxygen for hygiene.
- SpeedPerfect: An activated option that shortens programme duration for lightly soiled laundry.
- Easy-Iron: A feature that reduces creasing in the laundry by adjusting the spin cycle and spin speed.
- Water Plus: Washes with more water, recommended for particularly sensitive skin or in regions with very soft water.
- Rinse Hold: Keeps laundry in the last rinse water to prevent creasing.
- Home Connect: Allows the appliance to be connected to a WLAN home network (Wi-Fi) for remote control and monitoring via the Home Connect app. This enables users to start programmes, check status, and receive notifications from their mobile device.
Important Technical Specifications
- Model: WGA656B00W
- Class: 1
- Energy consumption: 0.860 kWh/cycle (standard programme, GB12021.4)
- Water consumption: 63.0 l/cycle
- Energy efficiency: 1.03
- Noise levels:
- Maximum level when spinning: 72 dB
- Maximum level when washing: 47 dB
- Appliance height: 84.8 cm
- Appliance width: 59.8 cm
- Appliance depth: 63.2 cm
- Weight: 81.7 kg
- Maximum load: 10.0 kg
- Mains voltage: 220 V, 50 Hz
- Minimum installation protection: 10 A
- Nominal power: 2300 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 cable: 210 cm
- Permissible operating conditions: In accordance with GB/T 4288, not freezing. Relative humidity less than 95% at 25 °C, non-condensing.
- Applicable standards: GB 4706.1, GB 4343.1, GB 17625.1, GB 12021.4, GB 4706.24. These standards cover household and similar electrical appliances safety, electromagnetic compatibility, energy efficiency, and particular requirements for washing machines.
Usage Features
The washing machine features a control panel with buttons and a display that shows current settings, options, and relevant information.
Starting a programme:
- Turn the programme selector to the desired programme.
- Adjust additional programme settings if necessary (e.g., temperature, spin speed, options like SpeedPerfect or Water Plus).
- Load laundry into the drum.
- Add detergent and care products to the detergent drawer.
- Press the Start/Reload button to begin the programme.
Display information:
The display provides real-time information such as programme duration, remaining time, spin speed, temperature, and active options (e.g., Easy Iron, Water Plus, Rinse Hold, Silent Wash, Energy consumption, Remote start, Wi-Fi, Active oxygen treatment).
Detergent drawer:
The detergent drawer has compartments for liquid detergent, detergent for main wash, water softener, bleach, stain remover, fabric softener, liquid starch, waterproofing agent, detergent for prewash, and hygiene detergent. A measuring aid for liquid detergent is included.
Childproof lock:
This feature prevents unintended changes to the programme or settings. It can be activated and deactivated by pressing the "Child Lock" button for approximately 3 seconds.
Home Connect:
- Connecting: The appliance can be connected to a WLAN home network (Wi-Fi) using WPS function or manually through the Home Connect app.
- Remote control: Once connected, users can start programmes, monitor status, and receive notifications via the Home Connect app on their mobile device.
- Deactivating Wi-Fi: The Wi-Fi function can be deactivated if not needed.
Troubleshooting:
The manual includes a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for common issues such as:
- Unbalanced load detection (spin cycle runs several times)
- Programme duration changes
- No water in the drum
- Drum jerks
- Residual water
- Vibrations and movement
- Drum rotates, water does not flow in
- Heavy foam build-up
- High spin speed not reached
- Rushing, hissing noise
- Loud noises during spin cycle
- Persistent, quiet whirring fan noise
- Banging noises, rattling in drain pump
- Slurping, rhythmical suction noise
- Creasing
- Detergent or fabric softener drips off
- Spin result not satisfactory (laundry too wet/damp)
- Detergent residue on damp/dry laundry
- HomeConnect not working
- No connection to home network
- Water leaking out
- Water not flowing in
- Odours in the appliance
Maintenance Features
Regular maintenance is crucial for the appliance's longevity and optimal performance.
Cleaning and servicing:
- Cleaning the drum: The drum should be cleaned regularly, especially if using ActiveOxygen Drum Clean programme. This involves running a programme at high temperatures (90°C) with detergent or bleach to remove bacteria and prevent odours.
- Cleaning the detergent drawer: The detergent drawer should be pulled out, the insert removed, and all parts cleaned with water and a brush. The opening for the detergent drawer should also be cleaned.
- Cleaning the drain pump: The drain pump should be cleaned periodically to remove any blockages or rattling noises. This involves turning off the water tap, switching off the appliance, disconnecting the mains plug, and then accessing and cleaning the pump.
- Cleaning the intake opening in the rubber gasket: Regularly check and clean the intake opening in the rubber gasket for any blockages.
Transportation, storage, and disposal:
- Removing the appliance: Turn off the water tap, empty the water inlet hose, and switch off the appliance.
- Inserting the transit bolts: For transportation, the transit bolts must be re-installed to secure the drum.
- Disposing of old appliance: The appliance contains valuable raw materials that can be recycled. It should be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner, following local regulations. Information on proper disposal can be obtained from local authorities or specialist dealers.
Customer service:
In case of technical issues, users can contact customer service. The product number (E-Nr.) and production number (FD) are required for service requests. These numbers are located on the appliance's rating plate, which is found on the inside of the door, on the inside of the maintenance flap, and on the rear of the appliance.
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