Bosch Logixx 74 Manual
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Programme selector for switching the
machine on and off and for selecting the
programme. Can be rotated in either
direction.
Detailed programme overview. aPage 7/8
Detergent drawer with
compartments I, II, ~
Sort and load the laundry (drying)
Only dry laundry that is labelled with the followin g care symbols:
–( = tumble-dry at normal heat setting ( Intensive Dry{ ).
–
c= tumble-dry at low heat setting ( Gentle Dryc8).
The following textiles should not be tumble-dried:
–
) = do not tumble-dry care symbol.
– Woollens or items containing wool. Risk of shrinking!
– Delicate fabric (silk, synthetic net curtain). Risk of creasing!
– Items containing foam rubber or similar material.
– Items which have been treated with flammable solve nts, such as stain
removers, petrol, paint thinners. Explosion hazard!
– Items still containing hair lacquer or similar sub stances.
Dangerous vapours!
Do not exceed the maximum drying load. aPage 7
Display panel/
Option buttons/
Additional functions
Sort and load the laundry
– Observe the care information provided by the manuf acturer./
– Sort according to the information on the care labe ls.
– Sort according to type, colour, soiling and temper ature.
– Remove any foreign objects – risk of rusting.
– Do not exceed the maximum load. aPage 7
– If drying programme selected. aPage 4: Sort and load the laundry (drying)
– Observe the instructions in the Important informati on section. aPage 6
– Load both large and small items of washing.
– Close the washer dryer door. Take care not to trap any items of clothing between
the loading door and rubber seal.
Add detergent and care product
– Add the appropriate dose according to: Amount of w ashing, soiling, water hardness
(ask your water supply company) and manufacturer’s instructions.
– Models without insert for liquid detergent: pour l iquid detergent into an appropriate
dispenser and place in the drum.
– Use commercially available low foam detergents for washer dryer only.
– During operation: close the detergent drawer!
Correct installation according to separate Installa tion
and maintenance instructions.
Check 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
– At the end of the drying programme there is an
automatic cleaning fluff process, turn on the water
tap even if a drying programme is selected.
Provide good ventilation
Good ventilation is required to extract air produce d
during drying.
– Keep the installation room well ventilated.
– Clean the air inlet filter regularly.
– Do not block the air inlet and/or air outlet.
Compartment II : Detergent for the main wash, water softener,
bleach, stain remover
Your washer dryer Preparation
Before using for the first time
aPage 6
The washer dryer was tested before leaving the fact ory.
To âremove any water left over from testing procedures, the
first cycle should be carried out without any laund ry with Fluff
Clean
.programme. aPage 6: Before using for the first
time
Set and adjust the programme
– Turn the programme selector to desired washing programme. aPage 7: Programme overview
Use option buttons and additional functions. aPage 9/10
All buttons are sensitive and a gentle touch is ade quate!
If you press and hold the
°C(Temp.) ,(Finish in) or c(Spin) option buttons,
the setting options automatically scroll through.
If washing and drying without interruption is desir ed (only possible forCottonsLF,
Cottons Eco ,Mix Load /,Easy-Care Icand PowerWash 60’
5):
– Activate drying function
or by touching {(Dry ) button. aPage 10.
– Do not exceed the maximum load for the drying func tion. aPage 7
– Select maximun selectable spin speed of washing pr ogramme to ensure the drying
result.
Select Start/Reload
... Washing/Washing + Drying
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Compartment ~: Fabric softener
Compartment I : Detergent for pre-wash
Intended use
‹For domestic use only.‹For the washing of machine-washable fabrics in a de tergent
solution.
‹To be operated with cold mains water and commercial ly available
low foam detergents and care products which are sui table for use
in front loaded washer dryer.
– Do not leave children unattended near the washer d ryer.
– Keep pets away from the washer dryer!
– The washer dryer is not to be used by children or persons
not familiar with the operating instructions.
– Install and operate the washer dryer in a room wit h a drain.
– In order to ensure your safety, you must plug the cable into
a socket which has a reliable earth connection.
Removing laundry
Open washer dryer door and remove laundry.
Leave the washer dryer door and detergent drawer op en so that any residual
water can evaporate!
Turn off the tap
Not required for Aqua-Stop models. aInstallation maintenance instructions,
Page 9
Switch off
– Set programme selector to  Off.
... Drying
Drying
Washing
Washing + Drying without interruption
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Set and adjust the drying programme
– Turn the programme selector to Intensive Dry{ or Gentle Dry c8.
a Page 7: Programme overview
2
Select Start/Reload2
Programme selector
Programme ended when ...
... Start/Reload indicator light goes out and or (if was selected,
no final spin/drain) appears on the display field, the buzzer sounds. Set volume
of âbuzzer.
aPage 10
If was selected, and is displayed, touch the Start/Reload $ button.
– The programme continues with draining the water an d spinning the laundry
(the default spin speed can be changed in advance).
– If you only want to drain the water, touch the Sta rt/
Reload$ button again
when the spinning starts. The programme is paused a nd the door lock is
released. You can remove the laundry.
If flashes on the display field before the end of a drying programme
ahigh drum temperature. Cool-down programme is runni ng until drum is cooled
down. aPage 11: Information on the display
Change the programme ...
If you have selected the wrong programme by mistake :
– Reselect the washing/drying programme.
– If required, adjust the programme setting and/or s elect additional functions.
aPage 9/10
– Select Start/Reload $.
Pause the programme ...
– Touch the Start/ Reload$ button.
– Follow the instructions in the display field: when ‰ lights up and
appears in the display, the door can be opened. If required, add/remove
a âlaundry item; If and are displayed alternately, t he door cannot
be opened due to a high water level in drum or a hi gh temperature.
– Touch Start/Reload $ button to continue the programme.
– The pause function cannot be activated during dryi ng phase.
... or terminate the programme
Washing programmes with high temperature:
– Cool down laundry: Select Rinse/Spin«/ ,touch Start/Reload $.
Washing programmes at lower temperature:
– Select Rinse /Spin «/ , touch Start/Reload $.
Drying programme:
– Select Intensive Dry { or Gentle Dry
8 , touch {c(Dry) option button,
set 15 âminutes drying time, then touch Start/Reload $ button.
Important information
Washing drying preparing/Protecting the laundry and the machine
– Empty pockets.
– Look out for metal items (paperclips, etc.).
– Trousers, knitwear and knitted textiles, e.g. Jersey garments, T-shirts or sweatshirts should
be turned inside out.
– Ensure that underwired bras are machine washable.
– Wash delicates in a net/bag (tights, curtains, und erwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain hooks or place curtains in a net/ba g.
– Use only tumble-dry textiles if you select drying.
– Before tumble-drying, handwash items should be spu n using the appropriate spin speed.
– Remove as much water as possible before tumble-dry ing. Recommended spin speed for
cottons is more than 1000 rpm; for easy-care is mor e than 800 rpm.
– In order to ensure uniform drying, sort the items according to fabric type and degree
of âdrying required.
– Items which require ironing do not have to be iron ed immediately after being tumble-dried.
It is a good idea to fold or roll them together for a while, so that any remaining moisture
is âevenly distributed.
–To achieve good drying performance, dry quilt cover s, terry towels or other large textile
items individually. Terry towels not more than 4 pi eces (or 3 kg).
Before using for the first time
Do not put any laundry in the washer dryer. Turn on the tap, pour ½ measuring cup
of detergent into dispenser II. Set the Fluff Clean .40 °C programme and select
Start /Reload $.
At the end of the programme, set the programme sele ctor to ÂOff .
Laundry with different degrees of soiling
Wash new items separately.
Light Do not prewash.
If required, pretreat stains. Select Cottons Eco programme
or â( intensive) additional function.
Heavy Load less laundry. Prewash.
If required, pretreat stains. Select Cottons Eco programme
or (intensive )additional function.
SoakingLoad laundry of the same colour.
Pour soaking agent/detergent into dispenser IIaccording to the manufacturers instructions.
Set Cottons LF30 °C programme and select Start/Reload $.
After approx. 10 minutes, select Start/ Reload $. After the required soaking time, reselect
Start /Reload $ if the programme is to be continued or change the p rogramme.
StarchingLaundry must not be treated with fabric softener.
Starching is possible in all wash programmes using liquid starch. Pour the starch into the
fabric softener compartment according to the manufa cturers instructions (if necessary clean
it first).
Dyeing/bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quantit ies. Salt may damage stainless steel.
Always follow the dye manufacturers instructions. Do not bleach laundry in the washing
machine.
Start/
Reload
Door handle
Service flap
Drum
Air inlet
Air outlet(rear side)
Protection of the environment/
Conservation tips
– Load the maximum amount of laundry to wash or dry f or the
particular programme. aPage 7: Programme overview
– Wash normally soiled laundry without prewash.
– Select Cottons Eco 60°C and additional
â(Intensive)
function to obtain good cleaning results with signi ficantly
lower energy consumption.
– Dose the detergent according to the manufacturer’s
instructions and water hardness.
– If the laundry is then to be dried in the appliance , select the
highest selectable spin speed – because the more wa ter that
is spun out of the appliance, the less time and ene rgy is
â required to dry it.
– Keep the installation room well ventilated, clean the air inlet
filter regularly.
Installation and maintenance instructions. aPage 9
– Please do not dry dripping-wet laundry. Waste of time and energy!
Congratulations – You have opted for a modern, high-quality
domestic appliance manufactured by BOSCH. The washe r dryer
is âdistinguished by its economical use of water and en ergy.
Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspecte d thoroughly
to âensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
For further information about products, accessories , spare parts and
services visit our web site: www.bosch-home.com or contact our after-
sales service centres.
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The default drying mode is , in âthis mode the drying time is
automatically adjusted to the load amount to obtain cupboard dried
laundry ready to fold and stack in the cupboard. Yo u can change
the drying mode to in order to obtain extra dry l aundry, or
time dry and define the drying time by touching the { (Dry) button,
to estimate or select drying duration. aPage 8: Drying table
All buttons are sensitive and a gentle touch is ade quate!
If you press and hold the Finish in option buttons,
the âsetting options automatically scroll through.
Control panel
Contents
‹Intended use........................................................................................ 1‹Preparation ...................................................................................... 1/2‹Preparation Washing or Washing + Drying ............ ............... 2/3/4‹Preparation Drying ..................................................................... 2/3/4‹Set and adjust the programme ....................... ......................... 3/4/5‹After washing/drying .......................................................................... 5‹Important information .............................. ........................................... 6‹Programme overview ................................. ........................................ 7‹Drying table ......................................................................................... 8‹Consumption values ................................. ......................................... 8‹Display and Option buttons ......................... ..................................... 9‹Additional functions and Individual settings ....... .........................10‹Information on the display ..............................................................11‹Safety instructions ............................................................................11‹What to do if ............................................................................... 12/13‹Emergency release .................................. ........................................13
123456
Read these instructions before switching on the was her dryer.
Also follow the separate installation instructions.
Observe the safety instructions on page 11.
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Programme overview (see also the information on page 9,10)
Programmes°C max. load
(kg)
*
Type of laundry
Additional functions; information
Cottons
LF
:
– 90
7.0/
4.0
**
Hard-wearing textiles, heat-resistant textiles made of cotton or linen
7Prewash ,2 Rinse plus ,
SLess Iron ,
Intensive
Cottons Eco
: – 60 Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen
Allergy+
: – 60 7.0 Hard-wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen 7
Prewash ,2 Rinse plus ,
S
Less Iron ,
Intensive
for particularly sensitive skin, longer washing at th e selected
temperature, higher water level, extra rinse
PowerWash 60’ ?
: – 60 4.0/
4.0
**
Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or blended fabric Time-controlled programme, 60 minutes.
Short programme for normally soiled laundry.
Easy-Care
I
: – 60
3.5/
2.5
**
Easy-Care textiles made of cotton, linen, synthetic fi bres or blended
fabrics 7
Prewash ,2 Rinse plus ,
S
Less Iron ,
Intensive
Mixed Load /
: – 60 Textiles made of cotton and easy-care textiles 7
Prewash ,2 Rinse plus ,
S
Less Iron ,
Intensive
different types of textiles which can be washed together
Delicate/Silk
“
: – 40 2.0 For delicate, washable textiles, e.g.made of silk, s
atin, synthetic fibres
or blended fabrics 7
Prewash ,2 Rinse plus ,
S
Less Iron
gentle spin between the rinse cycles only
: üWool O Hand or machine washable wool or rich-wool textiles particularly gentle wash programme to prevent
shrinkage of laundry, longer breaks during the
programme (fabrics rest in the detergent solution)SuperQuick 15’
@ Easy-Care textiles made of cotton, linen, synthetic fi
bres or blended
fabrics short programme, approx. 15 minutes, suitable for lig
htly
soiled laundryFluff Clean
.
: , 40, 90 0 Drum clean programme. 90°= antibacterial programme,
pour no detergent; 40°= antibacterial programme for use with special
washing machine cleaning detergent; : = fluff rinsing programme to remove fluff accumulate d in the tub during tumble drying.
Refresh v
1.0Odour removal and wrinkle reduction program, suitable
for
refreshing business suits, jackets and trousers, or dr y-clean items
that cannot be washed in the washing machine; also suita ble for
refreshing casual wears made of cotton or artificial f abrics.Recommend to remove the laundry immediately at the en
d of
program and hang up for 3 to 5 mins for better result.
Rinse/Spin «/
7.0 For hand-washed items; Rinse Plus button activated.
If only using the spin cycle, deactivate the button
.2
Rinse plus ,
S Less Iron
Drain
>
Washable textiles
Intensive Dry {
4.0
Cotton/coloureds textiles, dry at normal heat setting
Gentle Dry
8
2.5
Easy care textiles, dry at low heat setting
‘
The programmes are time-controlled for lightly soil ed textiles. If textiles are heavily soiled, reduce the load and select additional function, e.g.(Intensive) .
*Max. load according to EN50229. Values in red: Max load for drying; Val ues in black: Max load for washing.**
If washing and drying without interruption is desired. The subsequent auto dry programme for CottonsLF,Cottons Eco and PowerWash 60’ ? is Intensive Dry,
for Easy-Care I and Mix Load / is Gentle Dry.
For further information and a selection of our pro ducts
go to our web site: www.bosch-home.com or contact our customer service centres
Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH
Carl -Wery-Str.34
D-81739 Munich/Germany
WVH28421GB
9000728972
0112
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Drying table
Cottons/Coloureds (textiles made of cotton or linen such as underwear, T-shirts, sweaters, trousers, kitchen towels)
Dry weight in kg0,5[1,01,0 [2,02,0 [3,03,0 [4,0[0,5[1,0[2,0[ 2,5
Estimated drying time in minutesSelectable drying time in minutes
Cupboard dry< 6060 [8080 [110110 [150306090120< 6565 [9090 [130130 [160
Recommended programme
Intensive Dry {c(auto)Intensive Dry {c(time)
Quilt/Terry towel (big or thick textiles made of cotton such as terry towels, bed sheets, table cloths, jeans, workwear)
Dry weight in kg0,5[1,01,0 [2,02,0 [3,03,0 [4,0[0,5[1,0[1,5[2,0
Estimated drying time in minutesSelectable drying time in minutes
Cupboard dry< 6060 [9090 [120120 [160306090120< 8080 [110110 [140140 [170
Recommended programme
Intensive Dry {c(auto)Intensive Dry { (time)
Easy-Care (textiles made of synthetic or mixed fibres such as shirts, sportswear, delicate garments)
Dry weight in kg0,5[1,01,0 [2,02,0 [2,5[ 0,5[1,0[1,5[2,0
Estimated drying time in minutesSelectable drying time in minutes
Cupboard dry< 5050 [100100 [120306090120< 6060 [110110 [130
Recommended programmeGentle Dry 8c(auto)Gentle Dry 8c (time)
‘Times are approximate and refer to standard load, s pin programme and environment temperature.‘The maximum selectable drying time (time dry) is 12 0 minutes, if the load of the laundry to be dried is more than 2.5 kg, please select
auto dry function. Auto dry is recommended to achi eve good drying result and save energy. 15âminutes time dry programme is for
cooling down the laundry.
Consumption values
Programme Option Load Electricity
consumption***Water ***Programme
duration ***
Cottons LF 30 °C ** Intensive 7 kg 0,49 kWh 74 l 2:18 h
CottonsLF 40 °C ** Intensive 7 kg 0,57 kWh 74 l 2:18 h
Cottons Eco 60 °C** Intensive 7 kg 1,19 kWh 51 l 2:31 h
CottonsLF 90 °C – 7 kg 2,10 kWh 84 l 2:15 h
Easy-Care I 40 °C** Intensive 3,5 kg 0,59 kWh 55 l 1:43 h
Mix Load÷/ 40 °C ** – 3,5 kg 0,54 kWh 52 l 1:03 hDelicate/Silk
“ 30 °C – 2 kg 0,15 kWh 29 l 0:39 h
:Wool O: (cold) – 2 kg 0,08 kWh 42 l 0:36 h
:Wool O 30 °C – 2 kg 0,16 kWh 42 l 0:36 h
Intensive Dry { – 4 kg 2,55 kWh 3 l 2:30 h
Gentle Dry8 – 2,5 kg 1,55 kWh 3 l 2:00 h
Fluff Clean .÷: (cold) – - 0,04 kWh 29 l 0:16 h
Cottons Eco
60 °C +
Intensive Dry {(2 cycles)*
Intensive*7/3,5 kg 5,67 kWh 57 l 6:58 h
* Programme setting for testing and energy labelling in accordance with EN50229, EU directive 96/60/EC. .
** Programme setting for testing according to the cu rrently valid version of EN60456.
Note for comparative testing: to test using the tes t programmes, wash using the specified load amount and maximum spin speed.
Select the Mix Load/40 °C programme and maximum spin speed as the short programme for coloureds.
*** The values deviate from the indicated values dep ending on water pressure, hardness, and inlet temperature, ambiente temperature,
type, amount and soiling of the laundry, detergent used, fluctuations in the power supply and selected additional functions.
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‘Display symbols
‘Display information
Before starting a programme, the
max. load for the selected
programme is displayed when the
door is open.
The remaining time or finish-in
time is displayed when the door is
closed. drying status (Auto dry
mode/Time dry duration/OFF) **
* Display shown may vary
depending on the model and
selected programme.
**Only when the drying
programme is available.
‘Option buttons
You can change the spin speed and temperature even while the selected programme is running.
The effects depend on the progress of the programme .
°CTemp.
You can change the indicated washing temperature. T he maximum washing temperature which
can be selected depends on the programme that has b een chosen. aPage 7
þWashing :On if wash process is running.
c Rinse :On if rinse process is running.
Spin :On if spin process is active.
7c Drying :On if drying process is active.
Automatic load detection :Automatically detects the
load size after water inlet phase and sets accurate remaining
time. Symbols indicate small, middle and full loads measured*
according to the recommended max. load of the selec ted
programme.
* Automatic display of the detected load only for w ashing
programmes with a max. load recommendation > 3.0 kg
except for Rinse/Spin «/ and Empty >. Different types
of textiles with different water absorption rates ma y influence
the load display.
Tap is: Flashing if tap not open or no water supply.
On if low water pressure.
This will extend the programme.
Overdosage :Foam detected. Maybe too much detergent.
‰c Door :On if door can be opened.
# Childproof lock :On if childproof lock is activated.
Flashing if there is misoperation.
Activate/deactivate childproof lock.
aPage 10
kg , *: maximum load recommendation in kg for selected
washing/drying programme. aPage 7: Programme overview
Time , e.g. *: programme remaining time , or
* :Finish-in time defined by user.
aPage 10
Dry ,drying mode and drying time:
:Auto dry mode 1.
: Auto dry mode 2, extra dry for drying programme.
: Drying programme is off;
*: Time dry for solo drying programme, drying time def ined
manually.
aPage 10: {button
: On if programme is in pause.
: On if door can be opened when programme was
paused.
:End of programme, or
: end of programme with the setting.
*: Set volume of signals.
aPage 10
*: Information on the display.
aPage 11
Display and Option buttons
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Finish inWhen you select a programme, the respective program me duration is displayed. You can delay
the start of the programme before it begins. The fi nish-in time indicates when the programme will
be finished. It can be set in hour increments up to a maximum of 24 h.
Press and hold the Finish inbutton until the required number of hours is shown (h=hour).
Select Start/Reload $, the âdoor is locked.
c Spin speedYou can change the indicated spin speed. The maximu m spin speed which can be selected
depends on the chosen programme. If is selected, the load is held in the rinsing water .
{ DryYou can activate, deactivate and set the drying fun ction by touching this option button. Mode
of âwashing and drying without interruption is auto dry only; when single drying programme
is âselected, you can choose auto dry, or time dry wit h desired drying time.
aPage 8
‘Additional functionsSee also Programme overview aPage 7
7 PrewashFor heavily soiled laundry. Prewash at max. 30°C.
2Rinse PlusAdditional rinse cycle. Prolonged programme duratio n. For
areas with very soft water or for further improving the washing
result.
S Less IronSpecial spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gen tle final
spin – residual moisture in the laundry increased sl ightly.
cc
IntensiveExtends the washing time for a more intensive washi ng
of âheavily soiled items.
‘Start/Reload $
For starting or pausing the washing/drying programm e.
‘Signal volume (for button signal and information si gnal)
‘
Childproof lock # Programme will not be changed by accidental operati on.
To activate the childproof lock:
– After the programme starts or finish in time being activated
aPage 10, press and hold the
Finish in button for 5 seconds.;
– Release when the # symbol lights up. If button signal is on, an acous tic signal will be heard.
When the programme ends, the Start/Reload $indicator remains on to remind you to
deactivate the childproof lock.
To deactivate the childproof lock:
– Touch the Finish in button until the # symbol turns off.
– Release the button. # symbol flashes if the programme has been changed w hile childproof lock is activated.
If âthe childproof lock is deactivated while the progra mme selector is in a different position from
when the childproof lock was activated, the running programme will be halted.
Set to  Press and
hold1 step
clockwise
Button signals Information signals
Set volume* Set volume* 1 step
clockwise Set to
Â
1. Start signal mode
2. Set volume for ... Release
#
*If required, set repeatedly 1 step
clockwise
direct
Additional functions and Individual settings
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Please close the door immediately because of rising water level.
In pause status and are displayed alternately.
Door is locked for safety reasons (water level and/ or temperature are too high).
For washing programme : In pause status, and are displayed alternately. If
you need to open the door, wait for the temperature to drop or drain the water (e.g. select
Rinse/ Spin«/ or Drain > programme).
For drying programme : If you need to open the door, wait for the temper ature to drop or
set drying programme for 15 minutes to cool down th e laundry.
If is frequently indicated when the drying program me ends:
– Clean the air inlet filter. aInstallation and maintenance instructions, Page 9
– Run the Fluff Clean .÷: (cold) programme without laundry.
Door cannot be locked/unlocked due to high temperat ure of the door lock. Keep the
machine switched on for about 1 minute. Then the ma chine can be locked/unlocked again.
Door cannot be opened due to the high temperature a fter the drying programme.
The cooling down process will continue until this di splay disappears and the door can be
opened.
Flashing (no water supply):
Tap turned on?
Inlet filter blocked? Clean filter.a Installation
and maintenance instructions, Page 8
Supply hose kinked or blocked? On
(low water pressure):
Only information. No influence on the
programme process. The programme
duration will be prolonged.
Clean drain pump .a Installation and maintenance instructions, Page 8 ;
outlet pipe/drainage hose blocked.
Hold down the {(Dry) button for 3 seconds to clear this display.
– Clean the air inlet filter. aInstallation and maintenance instructions, Page 9
– Run the Fluff Clean .÷: (cold) programme without laundry.
other displaysSwitch off the appliance, wait 5 seconds and switch it back on.
If the display appears again, call the customer ser vice.
Safety instructions
– Read and follow the operating and Installation and maintenance instructions and all other
information enclosed with the washer dryer.
– Retain documents for subsequent use.
Risk of electric
shock – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power
cord.
– Never insert/pull out the mains plug with damp han ds.
Risk of deathFor worn-out appliances:
– Pull out the mains plug.
– Sever the power cord and discard together with the plug.
– Destroy the lock on the washer dryer door. This wi ll prevent children from
locking themselves in and risking their lives.
Risk of suffocation – Keep packaging, plastic film and packaging parts o ut of the reach
of âchildren.
Risk of poisioning – Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children.
Risk of explosion– Items of laundry pretreated with cleaning agents c ontaining solvents, e.g.
stain remover/cleaning solvents may lead to an expl osion after being
loaded into the washer dryer.
Rinse items of laundry thoroughly by hand before.
Risk of injury – Washer dryer door may become very hot.
– Take care when draining hot detergent solution.
– Do not climb onto the washer dryer.
– Do not lean on the open washer dryer door.
– Do not touch the drum in case it is still spinning .
– Ensure that the pump cap is screwed on while the m achine is running to
prevent the escape of water and contact with moving pump parts.
– If a drying programme was interrupted, the washer dryer and the laundry
may be very hot, select Intensive Dry{cor Gentle Dry 8 and set 15
minutes programme to cool down the laundry, then re move the
laundry.
Information on the display
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What to do if ...
‘Water is leaking out. – Fit/refit drainage hose correctly.
– Tighten the screw connection of the supply hose.
‘No water supply.
Detergent not dispensed.–
Start /Reload $ not selected?
– Tap not turned on?
– Filter blocked? Clean the filter.
aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 8
– Supply hose kinked or trapped?
‘Washer dryer door cannot
be âopened. – Safety function active. Programme stopped? aPage 5
– (no final spin/drain) selected? aPage 5
– Can be opened by emergency release only. aPage13
– Childproof lock is activated? aPage10
‘Programme does not start. –
Start /Reload $ or Finish in selected?
– Washer dryer door closed properly?
‘Detergent solution is not
drained. – Clean the drain pump. aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 8
– Clean waste pipe and/or drainage hose.
‘Water not visible in the drum. – Not a fault – water below the visible area.
‘Spin result not satisfactory.– Wash small and large items of laundry together.
–SLess Iron
selected? aPage 10
– Speed selected too low? aPage 10
‘Spin cycle performed several
times. – Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system adj
usts the
imbalance.
‘Compartment ~ not rinsed
out completely. – Remove the insert. Clean detergent drawer and inse
rt it again.aInstallation and maintenance instructions,Page 7
‘Odour formation in the
washer dryer.– Run the
Fluff Clean .90°C programme without laundry.
– Use standard detergents.
‘Foam escapes from the
detergent drawer. – Too much detergent used?
Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric softener with ½ litre of water and
pour into compartment II in the detergent drawer.
– Reduce detergent dosage for the next wash cycle.
– Use commercially available low foam detergents and care
products which are suitable for use in washer dryer .
‘Excessive noise, vibrations
and “wandering” during spin
cycle.– Are the appliance feet fixed?
Secure the appliance feet. aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 5
– Transportation safety devices removed?
Remove transport bolts.
aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 3
‘Display panel/indicator
lamps do not function while
the appliance is running. – Power failure?
– Circuit breaker tripped? Reset the circuit breaker
/change the
fuse.
– If the fault occurs repeatedly, call the customer service.
‘Programme sequence
longer than usual.– Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system adj
usts
imbalance by repeatedly distributing the laundry.
– Not a fault – foam detection system active – adds an additional
rinse cycle.
‘Detergent residues on the
laundry. – Occasionally, phosphate-free detergents contain wa
ter-
insoluble residues.
– Select Rinse/Spin «/ or brush off residues when the laundry
is dry.
‘Spinning noise during drying. – This is an innovative process called thermospinnin
g to reduce
energy consumption during drying.
‘Differently coloured fluff from
the previous drying cycle is
redeposited to the laundry in
the following washing cycle. – Run the
Fluff Clean .: (cold) programme without laundry
inside to remove fluff accumulated in the tub durin g tumble
drying.
‘Water inlet noise during
drying, Water tap symbol
is âflashing during drying. – The machine includes a self cleaning function to r
emove fluff
that is released from laundry during drying. This i s done with
help of a small amount of tap water. Open the water tap also
during drying.
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‘Drying duration extended. – According to the air cooling principle, higher env
ironment
temperature will result in poor drying performance, so the
drying duration will be extended. Ensure a good ven tilation
to remove exhaust heat.
– Air inlet filter blocked?
aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 9: Clean the air inlet filter
– Run the Fluff Clean .: (cold) programme without laundry to
remove fluff accumulated in the tub and drying syst em.
‘Drying programme does not
start.– Drying programme not selected? aPage 10:
Dry {option
button and Page 7: Programme overview
– Loading door not closed properly?
– Pump is blocked?
aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 8: Clean the pump
‘The drying result is not
satisfactory (laundry is not
dry enough). – Too high environmental temperature (above 30
â°C) or bad
ventilation of the room, where the washer dryer is placed –
ensure good ventilation to remove exhaust heat.
– The laundry has not been spun well enough before d rying –
always set the highest selectable spin speed for al l washing
programmes.
– Machine overload: please follow the load recommend ation
in the progamme table and load display, do not overl oad
machine, because of maximum load amount for drying is lower
than for washing unload the machine after washing w ith
maximum load for washing and separate the load into two
drying cycles.
– The line voltage of the power supply is too low (b elow 200âV)
– ensure suitable power supply.
– Air inlet filter blocked?
aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 9: Clean the air inlet filter
– Thick multilayered textiles or textiles with thick fillings – these
textiles easily dry on the surface, but not inside. This
equalization process may take longer. Please use ti me drying
programs to completely dry these kinds of textiles.
‘A small amount of water is
observed dripping on the
dried laundry load when the
door is opened. – Drying time is shortened with a small load. Some r
esidual
moisture may remain in the drying system. Opening t he door
quickly creates a suction effect which pulls moistu re from the
drying system.
– Open the door slowly. Avoid jerking the door open.
‘If you cannot correct a fault yourself or a repair is required:
– Turn the programme selector to  Off and pull the mains plug out of the socket.
– Turn off the tap and call customer services.
Emergency release e.g. in the event of power failure
The programme will continue to run when the power i s restored.
However, if the laundry has to be removed, the wash ing
machine door can be opened as follows:
Risk of scalding.
The detergent solution and laundry may be hot.
If possible, leave it to cool down.
Do not open the washer dryer door if water can be s een
through the glass.
– Set the programme selector to ÂOff and disconnect the mains plug.
– Drain the detergent solution. aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 8
– Pull the emergency release with a tool and release .
The washer dryer door can then be opened.
What to do if ...
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Programme selector for switching the
machine on and off and for selecting the
programme. Can be rotated in either
direction.
Detailed programme overview. aPage 7/8
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Correct installation according to separate Installa tion
and maintenance instructions.
Check 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
– At the end of the drying programme there is an
automatic cleaning fluff process, turn on the water
tap even if a drying programme is selected.
Provide good ventilation
Good ventilation is required to extract air produce d
during drying.
– Keep the installation room well ventilated.
– Clean the air inlet filter regularly.
– Do not block the air inlet and/or air outlet.
Your washer dryer Preparation
Before using for the first time
aPage 6
The washer dryer was tested before leaving the fact ory.
Toâremove any water left over from testing procedures, the
first cycle should be carried out without any laund ry with Fluff
Clean
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‹For domestic use only.‹For the washing of machine-washable fabrics in a de tergent
solution.
‹To be operated with cold mains water and commercial ly available
low foam detergents and care products which are sui table for use
in front loaded washer dryer.
– Do not leave children unattended near the washer d ryer.
– Keep pets away from the washer dryer!
– The washer dryer is not to be used by children or persons
not familiar with the operating instructions.
– Install and operate the washer dryer in a room wit h a drain.
– In order to ensure your safety, you must plug the cable into
a socket which has a reliable earth connection.
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Conservation tips
– Load the maximum amount of laundry to wash or dry
for the
particular programme. aPage 7: Programme overview
– Wash normally soiled laundry without prewash.
– Select Cottons Eco
60°Cand additional â(Intensive)
function to obtain good cleaning results with signi ficantly
lower energy consumption.
– Dose the detergent according to the manufacturer’s
instructions and water hardness.
– If the laundry is then to be dried in the applianc e, select the
highest selectable spin speed – because the more wa ter that
is spun out of the appliance, the less time and ene rgy is
ârequired to dry it.
– Keep the installation room well ventilated, clean the air inlet
filter regularly.
Installation and maintenance instructions.
aPage 9
– Please do not dry dripping-wet laundry. Waste of time and energy!
Congratulations – You have opted for a modern, high-quality
domestic appliance manufactured by BOSCH. The washe r dryer
is
âdistinguished by its economical use of water and en ergy.
Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspecte d thoroughly
to
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For further information about products, accessories , spare parts and
services visit our web site: www.bosch-home.com or contact our after-
sales service centres.
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Contents
‹Intended use ........................................................................................ 1‹Preparation ...................................................................................... 1/2‹Preparation Washing or Washing + Drying ............ ............... 2/3/4‹Preparation Drying ..................................................................... 2/3/4‹Set and adjust the programme ....................... ......................... 3/4/5‹After washing/drying .......................................................................... 5‹Important information .............................. ........................................... 6‹Programme overview ................................. ........................................ 7‹Drying table ......................................................................................... 8‹Consumption values ................................. ......................................... 8‹Display and Option buttons ......................... ..................................... 9‹Additional functions and Individual settings ....... .........................10‹Information on the display ..............................................................11‹Safety instructions ............................................................................11‹What to do if ............................................................................... 12/13‹Emergency release .................................. ........................................13
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Read these instructions before switching on the was her dryer.
Also follow the separate installation instructions.
Observe the safety instructions on page 11.
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Only dry laundry that is labelled with the following care symbols:
–( = tumble-dry at normal heat setting ( Intensive Dry{).
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c= tumble-dry at low heat setting ( Gentle Dryc8).
The following textiles should not be tumble-dried:
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) = do not tumble-dry care symbol.
– Woollens or items containing wool. Risk of shrinking!
– Delicate fabric (silk, synthetic net curtain). Risk of creasing!
– Items containing foam rubber or similar material.
– Items which have been treated with flammable solve nts, such as stain
removers, petrol, paint thinners. Explosion hazard!
– Items still containing hair lacquer or similar sub stances.
Dangerous vapours!
Do not exceed the maximum drying load.
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Sort and load the laundry
– Observe the care information provided by the manuf acturer./– Sort according to the information on the care labels.
– Sort according to type, colour, soiling and temper ature.
– Remove any foreign objects – risk of rusting.
– Do not exceed the maximum load.
aPage 7
– If drying programme selected. aPage 4: Sort and load the laundry (drying)
– Observe the instructions in the Important informati on section. aPage 6
– Load both large and small items of washing.
– Close the washer dryer door. Take care not to trap any items of clothing between
the loading door and rubber seal.
Add detergent and care product
– Add the appropriate dose according to: Amount of w ashing, soiling, water hardness
(ask your water supply company) and manufacturer’s instructions.
– Models without insert for liquid detergent: pour l iquid detergent into an appropriate
dispenser and place in the drum.
– Use commercially available low foam detergents for washer dryer only.
– During operation: close the detergent drawer!
Compartment II : Detergent for the main wash, water softener,
bleach, stain remover
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Set and adjust the programme
– Turn the programme selector to desired washing
programme. aPage 7: Programme overview
Use option buttons and additional functions. aPage 9/10
All buttons are sensitive and a gentle touch is ade quate!
If you press and hold the
°C(Temp.) ,(Finish in) or c(Spin) option buttons,
the setting options automatically scroll through.
If washing and drying without interruption is desir ed (only possible forCottons
LF,
Cottons Eco
, Mix Load/,Easy-CareI cand PowerWash 60’5):
– Activate drying function
or by touching {( Dry ) button.aPage 10.
– Do not exceed the maximum load for the drying func tion. aPage 7
– Select maximun selectable spin speed of washing pr ogramme to ensure the drying
result.
Select Start/Reload
... Washing/Washing + Drying
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Compartment I : Detergent for pre-wash
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– Turn the programme selector to Intensive Dry{ or Gentle Dryc8.a Page 7: Programme overview
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automatically adjusted to the load amount to obtain cupboard drie
laundry ready to fold and stack in the cupboard. Yo u can change
the drying mode to in order to obtain extra dry l aundry, or
time dry and define the drying time by touching the
{ (Dry) button
to estimate or select drying duration. aPage 8: Drying table
All buttons are sensitive and a gentle touch is ade quate!
If you press and hold the Finish in
option buttons,
theâsetting options automatically scroll through.
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Open washer dryer door and remove laundry.
Leave the washer dryer door and detergent drawer op en so that any residual
water can evaporate!
Turn off the tap
Not required for Aqua-Stop models. aInstallation maintenance instructions,
Page 9
Switch off
– Set programme selector to ÂOff.
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... Start/Reload indicator light goes out and or (if was selected,
no final spin/drain) appears on the display field, the buzzer sounds. Set volume
of âbuzzer.
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If was selected, and is displayed, touch the Start/Reload $ button.
– The programme continues with draining the water an d spinning the laundry
(the default spin speed can be changed in advance).
– If you only want to drain the water, touch the Sta rt/Reload $ button again
when the spinning starts. The programme is paused a nd the door lock is
released. You can remove the laundry.
If flashes on the display field before the end of a drying programme
ahigh drum temperature. Cool-down programme is runni ng until drum is cooled
down. aPage 11: Information on the display
Change the programme ...
If you have selected the wrong programme by mistake :
– Reselect the washing/drying programme.
– If required, adjust the programme setting and/or s elect additional functions.
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– Select Start/Reload $.
Pause the programme ...
– Touch the Start/ Reload$ button.
– Follow the instructions in the display field: when ‰ lights up and
appears in the display, the door can be opened. If required, add/remove
a âlaundry item; If and are displayed alternately, t he door cannot
be opened due to a high water level in drum or a hi gh temperature.
– Touch Start/Reload $ button to continue the programme.
– The pause function cannot be activated during dryi ng phase.
... or terminate the programme
Washing programmes with high temperature:
– Cool down laundry: Select Rinse/Spin«/ ,touch Start/Reload $.
Washing programmes at lower temperature:
– Select Rinse /Spin «/ , touch Start/Reload $.
Drying programme:
– Select Intensive Dry { or Gentle Dry
8 , touch {c(Dry) option button,
set 15 âminutes drying time, then touch Start/Reload $ button.
Important information
Washing drying preparing/Protecting the laundry and the machine
– Empty pockets.
– Look out for metal items (paperclips, etc.).
– Trousers, knitwear and knitted textiles, e.g. Jersey garments, T-shirts or sweatshirts should
be turned inside out.
– Ensure that underwired bras are machine washable.
– Wash delicates in a net/bag (tights, curtains, und erwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain hooks or place curtains in a net/ba g.
– Use only tumble-dry textiles if you select drying.
– Before tumble-drying, handwash items should be spu n using the appropriate spin speed.
– Remove as much water as possible before tumble-dry ing. Recommended spin speed for
cottons is more than 1000 rpm; for easy-care is mor e than 800 rpm.
– In order to ensure uniform drying, sort the items according to fabric type and degree
of
âdrying required.
– Items which require ironing do not have to be iron ed immediately after being tumble-dried.
It is a good idea to fold or roll them together for a while, so that any remaining moisture
is
âevenly distributed.
– To achieve good drying performance, dry quilt cover s, terry towels or other large textile
items individually. Terry towels not more than 4 pi eces (or 3 kg).
Before using for the first time
Do not put any laundry in the washer dryer. Turn on the tap, pour ½ measuring cup
of detergent into dispenser II. Set the Fluff Clean.40 °C programme and select
Start /Reload $.
At the end of the programme, set the programme sele ctor to ÂOff.
Laundry with different degrees of soiling
Wash new items separately.
Light Do not prewash.
If required, pretreat stains. Select Cottons Eco programme
or â(intensive) additional function.
Heavy Load less laundry. Prewash.
If required, pretreat stains. Select Cottons Eco programme
or( intensive )additional function.
SoakingLoad laundry of the same colour.
Pour soaking agent/detergent into dispenser IIaccording to the manufacturers instructions.
Set CottonsLF30 °C programme and select Start/Reload $.
After approx. 10 minutes, select Start/ Reload $. After the required soaking time, reselect
Start /Reload $ if the programme is to be continued or change the p rogramme.
StarchingLaundry must not be treated with fabric softener.
Starching is possible in all wash programmes using liquid starch. Pour the starch into the
fabric softener compartment according to the manufa cturers instructions (if necessary clean
it first).
Dyeing/bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quantit ies. Salt may damage stainless steel.
Always follow the dye manufacturers instructions. Do not bleach laundry in the washing
machine.
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Programme overview (see also the information on page 9,10)
Programmes°C max. load
(kg)
*
Type of laundry
Additional functions; information
Cottons
LF
: – 90
7.0/
4.0
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Hard-wearing textiles, heat-resistant textiles made of cotton or linen
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Less Iron ,
Intensive
Cottons Eco
: – 60 Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen
Allergy+
: – 60 7.0Hard-wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen
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Prewash
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Less Iron ,
Intensive
for particularly sensitive skin, longer washing at th e selected
temperature, higher water level, extra rinse
PowerWash 60’
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Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or blended fabric Time-controlled programme, 60 minutes.
Short programme for normally soiled laundry.
Easy-Care
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3.5/
2.5
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Easy-Care textiles made of cotton, linen, synthetic fi bres or blended
fabrics
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2
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Less Iron ,
Intensive
Mixed Load
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: – 60 Textiles made of cotton and easy-care textiles
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Prewash
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Less Iron ,
Intensive
different types of textiles which can be washed together
Delicate/Silk
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: – 40 2.0 For delicate, washable textiles, e.g.made of silk, s
atin, synthetic fibres
or blended fabrics
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gentle spin between the rinse cycles only
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Hand or machine washable wool or rich-wool textiles particularly gentle wash programme to prevent
shrinkage of laundry, longer breaks during the
programme (fabrics rest in the detergent solution)
SuperQuick 15’
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Easy-Care textiles made of cotton, linen, synthetic fi
bres or blended
fabrics short programme, approx. 15 minutes, suitable for lig
htly
soiled laundry
Fluff Clean
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: , 40, 90 0 Drum clean programme. 90°= antibacterial programme,
pour no detergent; 40°= antibacterial programme for use with special
washing machine cleaning detergent;
: = fluff rinsing programme to remove fluff accumulate d in the tub during tumble drying.
Refresh
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1.0Odour removal and wrinkle reduction program, suitable
for
refreshing business suits, jackets and trousers, or dr y-clean items
that cannot be washed in the washing machine; also suita ble for
refreshing casual wears made of cotton or artificial f abrics.Recommend to remove the laundry immediately at the en
d of
program and hang up for 3 to 5 mins for better result.
Rinse/Spin
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If only using the spin cycle, deactivate the button .
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Intensive Dry
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Cotton/coloureds textiles, dry at normal heat setting
Gentle Dry 8
2.5
Easy care textiles, dry at low heat setting
‘The programmes are time-controlled for lightly soil ed textiles. If textiles are heavily soiled, reduce the load and select additional function, e.g.(Intensive) .*Max. load according to EN50229. Values in red: Max load for drying; Val ues in black: Max load for washing.**
If washing and drying without interruption is desired. The subsequent auto dry programme for CottonsLF,Cottons Eco and PowerWash 60’ ? is Intensive Dry,
for Easy-Care I and Mix Load / is Gentle Dry.
For further information and a selection of our pro ducts
go to our web site: www.bosch-home.com or contact our customer service centres
Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH Carl -Wery-Str.34
D-81739 Munich/Germany
WVH28421GB
9000728972
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Drying table
Cottons/Coloureds (textiles made of cotton or linen such as underwe ar, T-shirts, sweaters, trousers, kitchen towels)
Dry weight in kg0,5[1,01,0 [2,02,0 [3,03,0 [4,0[0,5[1,0[2,0[ 2,5
Estimated drying time in minutesSelectable drying time in minutes
Cupboard dry< 6060 [8080 [110110 [150306090120< 6565 [9090 [130130 [160
Recommended programmeIntensive Dry {c(auto)Intensive Dry {c(time)
Quilt/Terry towel (big or thick textiles made of cotton such as terry towels, bed sheets, table cloths, jeans, workwear)
Dry weight in kg0,5[1,01,0 [2,02,0 [3,03,0 [4,0[0,5[1,0[1,5[2,0
Estimated drying time in minutesSelectable drying time in minutes
Cupboard dry< 6060 [9090 [120120 [160306090120< 8080 [110110 [140140 [170
Recommended programmeIntensive Dry {c(auto)Intensive Dry { (time)
Easy-Care (textiles made of synthetic or mixed fibres such as shirts, sportswear, delicate garments)
Dry weight in kg0,5[1,01,0 [2,02,0 [2,5[0,5[1,0[1,5[2,0
Estimated drying time in minutesSelectable drying time in minutes
Cupboard dry< 5050 [100100 [120306090120< 6060 [110110 [130
Recommended programmeGentle Dry 8c(auto)Gentle Dry 8c (time)
‘ Times are approximate and refer to standard load, s pin programme and environment temperature.
‘ The maximum selectable drying time (time dry) is 12 0 minutes, if the load of the laundry to be dried is more than 2.5 kg, please select
auto dry function. Auto dry is recommended to achi eve good drying result and save energy. 15âminutes time dry programme is for
cooling down the laundry.
Consumption values
Programme Option Load Electricity
consumption***Water ***Programme
duration ***
CottonsLF 30 °C ** Intensive 7 kg 0,49 kWh 74 l 2:18 h
CottonsLF 40 °C ** Intensive 7 kg 0,57 kWh 74 l 2:18 h
Cottons Eco 60 °C** Intensive 7 kg 1,19 kWh 51 l 2:31 h
CottonsLF 90 °C – 7 kg 2,10 kWh 84 l 2:15 h
Easy-CareI 40 °C** Intensive 3,5 kg 0,59 kWh 55 l 1:43 h
Mix Load÷/ 40 °C ** – 3,5 kg 0,54 kWh 52 l 1:03 hDelicate/Silk
“ 30 °C – 2 kg 0,15 kWh 29 l 0:39 h
:Wool O: (cold) – 2 kg 0,08 kWh 42 l 0:36 h
:Wool O 30 °C – 2 kg 0,16 kWh 42 l 0:36 h
Intensive Dry { – 4 kg 2,55 kWh 3 l 2:30 h
Gentle Dry8 – 2,5 kg 1,55 kWh 3 l 2:00 h
Fluff Clean .÷: (cold) – - 0,04 kWh 29 l 0:16 h
Cottons Eco
60 °C +
Intensive Dry {(2 cycles)*
Intensive*7/3,5 kg 5,67 kWh 57 l 6:58 h
* Programme setting for testing and energy labelling in accordance with EN50229, EU directive 96/60/EC. .
** Programme setting for testing according to the cu rrently valid version of EN60456.
Note for comparative testing: to test using the tes t programmes, wash using the specified load amount and maximum spin speed.
Select the Mix Load/40 °C programme and maximum spin speed as the short programme for coloureds.
*** The values deviate from the indicated values dep ending on water pressure, hardness, and inlet temperature, ambiente temperature,
type, amount and soiling of the laundry, detergent used, fluctuations in the power supply and selected additional functions.
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‘Display information
Before starting a programme, the
max. load for the selected
programme is displayed when the
door is open.
The remaining time or finish-in
time is displayed when the door is
closed. drying status (Auto dry
mode/Time dry duration/OFF) **
* Display shown may vary
depending on the model and
selected programme.
**Only when the drying
programme is available.
‘Option buttons
You can change the spin speed and temperature even while the selected programme is running.
The effects depend on the progress of the programme .
°CTemp.
You can change the indicated washing temperature. T he maximum washing temperature which
can be selected depends on the programme that has b een chosen. aPage 7
þWashing :On if wash process is running.
cRinse :On if rinse process is running.
Spin :On if spin process is active.
7cDrying:On if drying process is active.
Automatic load detection :Automatically detects the
load size after water inlet phase and sets accurate remaining
time. Symbols indicate small, middle and full loads measured*
according to the recommended max. load of the selec ted
programme.
* Automatic display of the detected load only for w ashing
programmes with a max. load recommendation > 3.0 kg
except for Rinse/Spin «/ and Empty >. Different types
of textiles with different water absorption rates ma y influence
the load display.
Tap is: Flashing if tap not open or no water supply.
On if low water pressure.
This will extend the programme.
Overdosage :Foam detected. Maybe too much detergent.
‰c Door :On if door can be opened.
# Childproof lock :On if childproof lock is activated.
Flashing if there is misoperation.
Activate/deactivate childproof lock. aPage 10
kg, *: maximum load recommendation in kg for selected
washing/drying programme. aPage 7: Programme overview
Time , e.g. *: programme remaining time , or
*:Finish-in time defined by user. aPage 10
Dry ,drying mode and drying time:
:Auto dry mode 1.
: Auto dry mode 2, extra dry for drying programme.
:Drying programme is off; *: Time dry for solo drying programme, drying time def ined
manually. aPage 10: {button
:On if programme is in pause.
: On if door can be opened when programme was
paused.
:End of programme, or
: end of programme with the setting.
*: Set volume of signals. aPage 10
*:Information on the display. aPage 11
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Finish inWhen you select a programme, the respective program me duration is displayed. You can delay
the start of the programme before it begins. The fi nish-in time indicates when the programme will
be finished. It can be set in hour increments up to a maximum of 24 h.
Press and hold the Finish inbutton until the required number of hours is shown (h=hour).
Select Start/Reload $, the âdoor is locked.
c Spin speedYou can change the indicated spin speed. The maximu m spin speed which can be selected
depends on the chosen programme. If is selected, the load is held in the rinsing water .
{ DryYou can activate, deactivate and set the drying fun ction by touching this option button. Mode
of âwashing and drying without interruption is auto dry only; when single drying programme
is âselected, you can choose auto dry, or time dry wit h desired drying time. aPage 8
‘Additional functionsSee also Programme overview aPage 7
7PrewashFor heavily soiled laundry. Prewash at max. 30°C.
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Rinse PlusAdditional rinse cycle. Prolonged programme duratio n. For
areas with very soft water or for further improving the washing
result.
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Less IronSpecial spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gen tle final
spin – residual moisture in the laundry increased sl ightly.
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IntensiveExtends the washing time for a more intensive washi ng
of âheavily soiled items.
‘Start/Reload $
For starting or pausing the washing/drying programm e.
‘Signal volume (for button signal and information si gnal)
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Childproof lock # Programme will not be changed by accidental operati on.
To activate the childproof lock:
– After the programme starts or finish in time being activated
aPage 10, press and hold the
Finish inbutton for 5 seconds.;
– Release when the # symbol lights up. If button signal is on, an acous tic signal will be heard.
When the programme ends, the Start/Reload $indicator remains on to remind you to
deactivate the childproof lock.
To deactivate the childproof lock:
– Touch the Finish in
button until the # symbol turns off.
– Release the button. # symbol flashes if the programme has been changed w hile childproof lock is activated.
If âthe childproof lock is deactivated while the progra mme selector is in a different position from
when the childproof lock was activated, the running programme will be halted.
Set to ÂPress and
hold1 step
clockwise
Button signals Information signals
Set volume* Set volume* 1 step
clockwise Set to
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2. Set volume for ... Release
#
*If required, set repeatedly1 step
clockwise
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Additional functions and Individual settings
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Please close the door immediately because of rising water level.
In pause status and are displayed alternately.
Door is locked for safety reasons (water level and/ or temperature are too high).
For washing programme : In pause status, and are displayed alternately. If
you need to open the door, wait for the temperature to drop or drain the water (e.g. select
Rinse/ Spin«/ or Drain > programme).
For drying programme : If you need to open the door, wait for the temper ature to drop or
set drying programme for 15 minutes to cool down th e laundry.
If is frequently indicated when the drying program me ends:
– Clean the air inlet filter. aInstallation and maintenance instructions, Page 9
– Run the Fluff Clean .÷: (cold) programme without laundry.
Door cannot be locked/unlocked due to high temperat ure of the door lock. Keep the
machine switched on for about 1 minute. Then the ma chine can be locked/unlocked again.
Door cannot be opened due to the high temperature a fter the drying programme.
The cooling down process will continue until this di splay disappears and the door can be
opened.
Flashing (no water supply):
Tap turned on?
Inlet filter blocked? Clean filter.a Installation
and maintenance instructions, Page 8
Supply hose kinked or blocked? On
(low water pressure):
Only information. No influence on the
programme process. The programme
duration will be prolonged.
Clean drain pump .a Installation and maintenance instructions, Page 8 ;
outlet pipe/drainage hose blocked.
Hold down the {(Dry) button for 3 seconds to clear this display.
– Clean the air inlet filter. aInstallation and maintenance instructions, Page 9
– Run the Fluff Clean .÷: (cold) programme without laundry.
other displaysSwitch off the appliance, wait 5 seconds and switch it back on.
If the display appears again, call the customer ser vice.
Safety instructions
– Read and follow the operating and Installation and maintenance instructions and all other
information enclosed with the washer dryer.
– Retain documents for subsequent use.
Risk of electric
shock – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power
cord.
– Never insert/pull out the mains plug with damp han ds.
Risk of deathFor worn-out appliances:
– Pull out the mains plug.
– Sever the power cord and discard together with the plug.
– Destroy the lock on the washer dryer door. This wi ll prevent children from
locking themselves in and risking their lives.
Risk of suffocation – Keep packaging, plastic film and packaging parts o ut of the reach
of âchildren.
Risk of poisioning – Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children.
Risk of explosion– Items of laundry pretreated with cleaning agents c ontaining solvents, e.g.
stain remover/cleaning solvents may lead to an expl osion after being
loaded into the washer dryer.
Rinse items of laundry thoroughly by hand before.
Risk of injury – Washer dryer door may become very hot.
– Take care when draining hot detergent solution.
– Do not climb onto the washer dryer.
– Do not lean on the open washer dryer door.
– Do not touch the drum in case it is still spinning .
– Ensure that the pump cap is screwed on while the m achine is running to
prevent the escape of water and contact with moving pump parts.
– If a drying programme was interrupted, the washer dryer and the laundry
may be very hot, select Intensive Dry{cor Gentle Dry 8 and set 15
minutes programme to cool down the laundry, then re move the
laundry.
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What to do if ...
‘Water is leaking out.– Fit/refit drainage hose correctly.
– Tighten the screw connection of the supply hose.
‘No water supply.
Detergent not dispensed.–
Start /Reload $ not selected?
– Tap not turned on?
– Filter blocked? Clean the filter.
aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 8
– Supply hose kinked or trapped?
‘Washer dryer door cannot
be âopened. – Safety function active. Programme stopped? aPage 5
– (no final spin/drain) selected? aPage 5
– Can be opened by emergency release only. aPage13
– Childproof lock is activated? aPage10
‘Programme does not start. –
Start /Reload $ or Finish in selected?
– Washer dryer door closed properly?
‘Detergent solution is not
drained. – Clean the drain pump. aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 8
– Clean waste pipe and/or drainage hose.
‘Water not visible in the drum. – Not a fault – water below the visible area.
‘Spin result not satisfactory.
– Wash small and large items of laundry together.
–SLess Iron
selected? aPage 10
– Speed selected too low? aPage 10
‘Spin cycle performed several
times. – Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system adj
usts the
imbalance.
‘Compartment ~ not rinsed
out completely. – Remove the insert. Clean detergent drawer and inse
rt it again.aInstallation and maintenance instructions,Page 7
‘Odour formation in the
washer dryer.– Run the
Fluff Clean.90°C programme without laundry.
– Use standard detergents.
‘Foam escapes from the
detergent drawer. – Too much detergent used?
Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric softener with ½ litre of water and
pour into compartment II in the detergent drawer.
– Reduce detergent dosage for the next wash cycle.
– Use commercially available low foam detergents and care
products which are suitable for use in washer dryer .
‘Excessive noise, vibrations
and “wandering” during spin
cycle.– Are the appliance feet fixed?
Secure the appliance feet. aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 5
– Transportation safety devices removed?
Remove transport bolts.
aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 3
‘Display panel/indicator
lamps do not function while
the appliance is running. – Power failure?
– Circuit breaker tripped? Reset the circuit breaker
/change the
fuse.
– If the fault occurs repeatedly, call the customer service.
‘Programme sequence
longer than usual.– Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system adj
usts
imbalance by repeatedly distributing the laundry.
– Not a fault – foam detection system active – adds an additional
rinse cycle.
‘Detergent residues on the
laundry. – Occasionally, phosphate-free detergents contain wa
ter-
insoluble residues.
– Select Rinse/Spin «/ or brush off residues when the laundry
is dry.
‘Spinning noise during drying. – This is an innovative process called thermospinnin
g to reduce
energy consumption during drying.
‘Differently coloured fluff from
the previous drying cycle is
redeposited to the laundry in
the following washing cycle. – Run the
Fluff Clean.: (cold) programme without laundry
inside to remove fluff accumulated in the tub durin g tumble
drying.
‘Water inlet noise during
drying, Water tap symbol
is âflashing during drying. – The machine includes a self cleaning function to r
emove fluff
that is released from laundry during drying. This i s done with
help of a small amount of tap water. Open the water tap also
during drying.
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‘Drying duration extended. – According to the air cooling principle, higher env
ironment
temperature will result in poor drying performance, so the
drying duration will be extended. Ensure a good ven tilation
to remove exhaust heat.
– Air inlet filter blocked?
aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 9: Clean the air inlet filter
– Run the Fluff Clean
.: (cold)programme without laundry to
remove fluff accumulated in the tub and drying syst em.
‘Drying programme does not
start.– Drying programme not selected? aPage 10:
Dry {option
button and Page 7: Programme overview
– Loading door not closed properly?
– Pump is blocked?
aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 8: Clean the pump
‘The drying result is not
satisfactory (laundry is not
dry enough). – Too high environmental temperature (above 30
â°C) or bad
ventilation of the room, where the washer dryer is placed –
ensure good ventilation to remove exhaust heat.
– The laundry has not been spun well enough before d rying –
always set the highest selectable spin speed for al l washing
programmes.
– Machine overload: please follow the load recommend ation
in the progamme table and load display, do not overl oad
machine, because of maximum load amount for drying is lower
than for washing unload the machine after washing w ith
maximum load for washing and separate the load into two
drying cycles.
– The line voltage of the power supply is too low (b elow 200âV)
– ensure suitable power supply.
– Air inlet filter blocked?
aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 9: Clean the air inlet filter
– Thick multilayered textiles or textiles with thick fillings – these
textiles easily dry on the surface, but not inside. This
equalization process may take longer. Please use ti me drying
programs to completely dry these kinds of textiles.
‘A small amount of water is
observed dripping on the
dried laundry load when the
door is opened. – Drying time is shortened with a small load. Some r
esidual
moisture may remain in the drying system. Opening t he door
quickly creates a suction effect which pulls moistu re from the
drying system.
– Open the door slowly. Avoid jerking the door open.
‘If you cannot correct a fault yourself or a repair is required:
– Turn the programme selector to  Off and pull the mains plug out of the socket.
– Turn off the tap and call customer services.
Emergency release e.g. in the event of power failure
The programme will continue to run when the power i s restored.
However, if the laundry has to be removed, the wash ing
machine door can be opened as follows:
Risk of scalding.
The detergent solution and laundry may be hot.
If possible, leave it to cool down.
Do not open the washer dryer door if water can be s een
through the glass.
– Set the programme selector to ÂOff and disconnect the mains plug.
– Drain the detergent solution.
aInstallation and maintenance
instructions, Page 8
– Pull the emergency release with a tool and release .
The washer dryer door can then be opened.
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