Bosch WAS 28461 User Manual

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]7-  90 °CV(Temperature) Select the temperature ( 7= cold)
 1 - 24h (Finished in) Programme end after
cc - 1400*	c(rpm) Select the spin speed (* model-dependent) or
(Rinse hold 
= no final spin, laundry remains in the water after  the final rinse, 
- - -  appears in the display panel).
Status indicators Programme status indicators:
1 üü2 üü	c ü- ¯ -    Wash, rinse, spin, programme duration or end ( -¯ -)
(Childlockapage 5
,Open the washing machine door, add laundryapage 4, 5
Programme selectorDisplay panel / 
Options buttonsStart/
ReloadAdditional  functions
Sort and load the laundry
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
According to the information on the care labels.
According to type, colour, level of soiling and tem perature.
Do not exceed the maximum load apage 7 .
Observe the important information apage 9.
Insert items of laundry of varying sizes.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to tr ap items of laundry between the washing
machine door and the rubber seal.
Add detergent and care product
Measure according to:
The amount of laundry, level of soiling, water hardn ess (ask your water supply company) and
manufacturer's instructions.
On models without an insert for liquid detergent:
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser  and place in the drum.
During operation, open the detergent drawer with car e.
Individual settings
‘Signal
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$  Start/Reload 
To start the programme or to subsequently load addition al laundry, and to activate/deactivate the childlock.
1.Activate the  
setting mode for  
signal volume
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Safety instructions
– Read the Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions and all other information enclosed with the washing 
machine and use the machine accordingly.
– Retain the documents for subsequent use. 
Risk of electric shock – Never pull on the cable to disconnect the mains plu g.
– Only insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands.
Danger to life For worn-out appliances: 
– Disconnect the mains plug. 
– Cut through the mains cable and remove complete with pl ug.
– Destroy the lock on the washing machine door. This  will prevent children from 
locking themselves in and risking their lives.
Danger of suffocation – Keep packaging, film and packaging parts out of the r each of children.
Risk of poisoning – Keep detergents and care products out of the reach  of children.
Risk of explosion – Items of laundry pretreated with cleaning agents co ntaining solvents, e.g. stain 
remover/cleaning solvent may cause an explosion aft er being loaded into the 
washing machine. 
Rinse items of laundry thoroughly by hand beforehand.
Risk of injury – The washing machine door can become very hot. 
– Be careful when draining hot detergent solution. 
– Do not climb onto the washing machine. 
– Do not lean on the open washing machine door.
– Do not reach into the drum if it is still rotating.
Consumption values  depending on model
Programme Load Power ***Water***Programme 
duration***
Cottons LF 30 °C* 8 kg 0.35 kWh 76 l 2:20 h
Cottons LF 40 °C* 8 kg 0.97 kWh 76 l 2:30 h
Cottons LF 60 °C* 8 kg 1.36 kWh 76 l 2:40 h
Cottons LF 90 °C 8 kg 2.34 kWh 87 l 2:30 h
Easy-Care I 40 °C* 3.5 kg 0.55 kWh 55 l 1:43 h
Mixed Load / 40 °C* 3.5 kg 0.47 kWh 49 l 1:01 h
Delicate/Silk
“ 30 °C 2 kg 0.14 kWh 35 l 0:41 h
Wool  :  30 °C 2 kg 0.16 kWh 40 l 0:40 h
* Programme setting for testing in accordance with ap plicable standard EN60456.
Note on comparative tests: When using the test program mes, wash the specified load using the maximum spin speed.
Programme Additional function Load Annual energy 
consumption  Annual water  
consumption 
Cottons
LF 40/60 °C
Eco Perfect **8/4 kg 189 kWh 10500 l
**Programme setting for testing and energy labelling in a
ccordance with EU directive 2010/30/EU with cold water  (15 °C).
*** The values deviate from the indicated values depe nding on water pressure, hardness, and inlet temperature, ambient 
temperature, type, amount and soiling of the laundry,  detergent used, fluctuations in the power supply and selected 
additional functions.
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Important information
Before washing for the first time
Do not put any laundry in the machine. Turn the tap  on. Pour the following into compartment II:
– approx. 1 litrewater
– detergent (amount to be used according to the manuf acturers instructions for light soiling and 
according to water hardness)
Turn the programme selector to  Easy-CareI 60 °C  and press  $Start /Reload. 
At the end of the programme, turn the programme sele ctor to Off.
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– When measuring detergent, care products and cleani ng agents, follow the manufacturers instructions.
– Empty pockets. 
– Look out for metal items (paperclips, etc.). 
– Wash delicates in a laundry bag (tights, curtains, und erwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons. 
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars. 
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag .
Loading laundry
Insert items of laundry of varying sizes. 
Take care not to trap items of laundry between the wa shing machine door and the rubber seal.
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
light No prewash. If required, select the additional

	Speed Perfect function.
Pretreat any stains as necessary.
heavy Do not load as much laundry. Select the programme  with Prewash.
Soaking                   Load laundry of the same colour.
Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment  II  in accordance with the manufacturers instruction s. 
Set the programme selector to CottonsLF 30 °C and select $Start /Reload. 
After approx. 10 minutes, press  $ Start/ Reload to stop the programme. After the required soaking ti me, 
press $Start /Reload again to continue the programme, or change the  programme.
Starching                 Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener
Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour starch into the ~fabric softener compart-
ment in accordance with the manufacturers instructions  (rinse first if necessary).
Dyeing/bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stainless steel. Always follow the dye 
manufacturers instructions. Do notuse the washing machine for bleaching clothes.
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Insert for liquid detergentdepending on model     
Position the insert for dispensing liquid detergent: 
–Remove the detergent drawer completely apage 10.
– Slide the insert forwards. 
Do not use the insert (slide upwards): 
– For gel-type detergents and washing powder, 
– for programmes with + Prewash7or (Finished in) option
Care
‘Machine housing, control panel
– Remove detergent residue immediately. 
– Wipe with a soft, damp cloth. 
– Do not clean with a jet of water.
Cleaning the detergent drawer ...
... if it contains detergent or fabric softener resid ues.
1. Pull out, press insert down, remove drawer completely.
2. To remove the insert: press the insert upwards from b elow with your finger.
3. Clean the detergent dispenser tray and insert with w ater and a brush and dry it.
4. Fit the insert and lock it in place (push the cylinde r onto the guide pin).
5. Push in the detergent drawer. 
Leave the detergent drawer open so that any residual  water can evaporate.
‘Drum
Leave the washing machine door open so that the drum  can dry out.
Use chlorine-free cleaning agent, not steel wool.
‘Descaling                      Ensure there is no laundry in the machine
This should not be necessary if the correct deterge nt dosage has been used. If it is necessary, however , proceed 
according to the descaling agent manufacturers instr uctions. Suitable descalers can be obtained via our website or 
from our after-sales service ( apage 13 ).
Instructions in the display panel depending on model
,flashingClose the washing machine door properly; laundry ma y be caught.
§:³Å ,›ÉOpen the tap completely, supply hose kinked or trap ped; Clean the filterapage 11 ,
water pressure too low.
§ :³µDetergent solution pump blocked; Clean the detergen t solution pumpapage 11.
Drain hose/waste pipe blocked; Clean the drain hose o n the siphonapage 11 .
§:›´Water in the base tub, appliance leaking. Call the  after-sales service.
Other displaysSwitch off the appliance, wait for 5 seconds and switc h it back on. If the display appears again, 
call the after-sales service apage 13.
–Risk of electric shock. Disconnect the mains plug .
– Risk of explosion. No solvents.
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Information about blockages
Detergent solution pump
Turn the programme selector to Offand disconnect the mains plug.
1. Open and remove the service flap.
2. Take the drain hose out of the retainer. 
Remove the sealing cap, allow the detergent solutio n to flow out.
Push the sealing cap back on.
3. Unscrew the pump cover carefully (residual water).
4. Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housin g (the impeller in the detergent 
solution pump must be able to rotate).
5. Replace the pump cover and screw it on tightly. The han dle points upright. Replace the 
drain hose in the holder.
6. Refit the service flap and close it. 
To prevent unused detergent from flowing straight int o the drain during the next wash:
Pour 1 litre of water into compartment IIand start the Drain>programme.
Drain hose on the siphon
Turn the programme selector to  Offand disconnect the mains plug.
1. Loosen the hose clamp, remove the drain hose carefu lly (residual water).
2. Clean the drainage hose and siphon connecting piece .
3. Reattach the drainage hose and secure the connection with  the hose clamp.
Filter in the water supply
Risk of electric shock  
Do not immerse the AquaStop safety device in water (contains electric valve).
Reduce the water pressure in the supply hose:
1. Turn off the tap.
2. Select any programme (except Spin  	 / Drain  >).
3. Press  $Start /Reload. Let the programme run for approximately 40 s econds.
4. Turn the programme selector to Off. Disconnect the mains plug.  
Clean the filter:
5. Disconnect the hose from the tap. 
Clean the filter with a small brush. 
and/or on standard and Aquasecure models:
Remove the hose from the back of the appliance,  
remove the filter using pliers and clean the filter .
6. Connect the hose and check for leaks.
Risk of scalding. 
– Allow the detergent solution to cool down. 
– Turn off the tap.
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What to do if...
‘Water is leaking out. – Attach/replace the drain hose  correctly.
– Tighten the screw connection of the supply hose.
‘No water supply.  
Detergent not dispensed. –
$ Start /Reload not pressed?
– Tap not turned on? 
– Filter blocked? Clean the filter apage 11.
– Supply hose kinked or trapped?
‘Washing machine door cannot  
be opened. –
Safety function active. Programme stopped?  apage 4 .
–  (Rinse hold = no final spin) selected? apage 3, 4.
– Can be opened by emergency release only? apage 13.
‘Programme does not start. –$ Start /Reload pressed or (Finished in) time selected?
– Washing machine door closed? 
– Childlock active? Deactivate apage 5 .
‘Detergent solution does not  
drain. –
 (Rinse hold = no final spin) selected? apage 3, 4.
– Clean the detergent solution pump apage 11.
– Clean the waste pipe and/or drainage hose.
‘Water not visible in the drum. – Not a fault - water  below the visible area.
‘Spin result not satisfactory. 
Laundry wet/too damp.– Not a fault - the imbalance monitoring system has i
nterrupted the spin because 
the laundry is unevenly distributed. 
Distribute large and small items of laundry evenly in  the drum.
– S Reduced Ironing pressed?apage 5.
– Speed selected too low?  apage 5 .
‘The programme duration  
changes during the washing  
cycle. – Not a fault - the programme sequence is optimised fo
r the relevant washing pro-
cess. This can cause changes in the programme duratio n in the display panel.
‘Repeated spin start-up. – Not a fault - imbalance monit oring system is equalising the imbalance.
‘Residual water in the~com-
partment for care products. – Not a fault - the action of the care product is no
t affected.
– Clean the insert if necessary apage 10 .
‘Odour formation in the washing  
machine. –
Run the  Cottons LF 90 °C programme with the washing machine empty.
Use standard detergent .
‘Status indicator³þ flashing.
Detergent may escape from the  
detergent drawer. –
Too much detergent used? 
Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric softener with ½ litre wat er and pour the mixture into 
compartment  II.(Not for outdoor textiles or those made with down.)
– Reduce the amount of detergent for the next wash cyc le.
‘Pronounced generation of  
noise, vibration and  
“wandering” during the spin  
cycle.–
Are the appliance feet fixed?
Secure appliance feet aInstallation instructions .
– Transportation safety devices removed? 
Remove transportation safety devices aInstallation instructions .
‘Noises during spinning and  
draining. –
Clean the detergent solution pump apage 11.
‘Display panel/indicator lamps  
do not function during  
operation. – Power cut? 
– Circuit breakers tripped? Switch circuit breakers back
 on or replace.
– Energy saving mode active? 
apage 5.
– If a fault occurs repeatedly, call the after-sales  service.
‘Programme sequence longer  
than usual.– Not a fault - imbalance monitoring system is equali
sing the imbalance by 
repeatedly redistributing the laundry.
– Not a fault - foam detection system active - adds an  additional rinse cycle.
‘There are detergent residues on  
the laundry.– In isolated cases, phosphate-free detergents contain 
water-insoluble residues.
– Select  Rinse
or brush down the laundry after washing.
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What to do if...
‘In Add laundry mode,  $Start/Reload  flashes very 
quickly and a signal sounds. – Water level too high. Not possible to add more lau
ndry. Close the washing 
machine door immediately if necessary.
– Press  $Start /Reload to continue the programme.
If you cannot correct a fault yourself (switching on/ off) or a repair is required:
– Turn the programme selector to  Offand pull the mains plug out of the socket.
– Turn off the tap and call the after-sales service apage 13.
Emergency release e.g. in the event of a power cut
The programme continues when the power supply is resto red. However, if the laundry has to be removed, 
the washing machine door can be opened as follows: 
Risk of scalding 
The detergent solution and laundry may be hot. If p ossible, leave to cool down.
Do not reach into the drum if it is still rotating. 
Do not open the washing machine door if water can b e seen through the glass.
1. Turn the programme selector to  Offand pull out the mains plug.
2. Drain the detergent solution apage 11.
3. Pull the emergency release downwards with a tool an d release.
Washing machine door can then be opened.
After-sales service
‘If you cannot remedy the fault yourself (What to do  if ..., a page 12, 13 ), contact our after-sales service. 
We will always find a suitable solution to avoid unnec essary visits by repair personnel.
‘You can find the contact details for your nearest af ter-sales service here or in the after-sales service directory 
(depending on the model). 
– GB 0844 8928979 (Calls from a BT landline will be charg ed at up to 3 pence per minute.
 A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply).
– IE 01450 2655
‘Please give the after-sales service the product num ber (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD) of the appliance.
Product number                         Production n umberThis information can be found: 
on the inside of the washing machine door* /  
open service flap* and on the rear of the appliance
.
*depending on the model
‘Trust the manufacturers technical expertise. Turn to us. 
By doing so, you will ensure that the repair is carr ied out by trained service technicians equipped wit h original 
spare parts
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]7-  90 °CV(Temperature) Select the temperature (7
 1 - 24h(Finished in) Programme end after
cc- 1400*	c(rpm)Select the spin speed (* m= no final spin, laundry rem---
 appears in the display
Status indicators Programme status indicat
1 üü2 üü	c ü-¯-    Wash, rinse, spin, program¯
(Childlock apage 5
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Programme Display panel / 
Options buttonsAdditional  functions
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                             Insert for liquid deterg
ent (depending on model), page 10
Compartment II :detergent for main wash,
Water softener, bleach, stain remover
Your washing machine Intended use
ContentsPage
”Intended use ...................................... .................................................................................... 1”Programmes  ........................................ .................................................................................. 1
”Setting and adjusting the programme ................ ............................................................. 3
”Washing ........................................... ...................................................................................3/4”After washing  ..................................... ................................................................................... 4
”Individual settings  ............................... ............................................................................. 5/6
”Overview of programmes  ............................ ....................................................................... 7”Safety instructions ................................. ............................................................................... 8
”Consumption values  ................................. ........................................................................... 8
”Important information  ............................... .......................................................................... 9”Insert for liquid detergent ........................ .........................................................................10
”Care  .............................................. .........................................................................................10
”Information on the display panel  ................... .................................................................10”Instructions for blockages .......................... ......................................................................11
”What to do if....................................... ........................................................................... 12/13
”Emergency release .................................. ...........................................................................13”After-sales service ................................ ...............................................................................13
Environmental/savings tips– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amo unt of laundry for 
the relevant programme.
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a prewash. 
– Instead of  Cottons
LF 90 °C, select the CottonsLF60 °Cprogramme and
the additional 
Eco Perfect function.Comparable cleaning result with 
significantly lower energy consumption.
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacture r's instructions and water 
hardness.
– If you want to dry the laundry in the tumble dryer  afterwards, select a spin speed 
suggested by the dryer manufacturer
.
Preparation a
Compartment ~:fabric softener, starch
Compartment I :detergent for prewash
”For domestic use only
”For washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-washa ble wool in 
detergent solution 
‹To be operated with cold drinking water and commerci ally available 
detergents and care products which are suitable for use  in washing 
machines .
– Do not leave children unattended near the washing  machine.
– The washing machine is not to be used by children or  persons 
not familiar with the operating instructions.
– Keep pets away from the washing machine.
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Correct installation according to the separate  
Installation instructions.
Check the machine
– Never use a damaged machine. 
– Inform the after-sales service.
Connect the mains plug
– Make sure your hands are dry.  
– Take hold of the plug only.
Turn the tap on
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Temperature and spin speed can be selected individua lly, 
depending on the selected programme and programme pro gress.
CottonsLFHard-wearing fabrics
+ Prewash 7Hard-wearing fabrics, prewash at 30 °C
Easy-CareIEasy-care fabrics
+ Prewash 7Easy-care fabrics, prewash at 30 °C
Mixed Load /Different types of laundry
Delicate/Silk“Delicate washable fabrics
Wool :Hand/machine-washable wool
Rinse  Extra rinse with spin
Spin 	Extra spin with selectable spin speed
Drain >the rinsing water whenc(Rinse hold = no final spin)
Gentle Spin 
Extra spin with reduced spin speed
SuperQuick 156Super Quick programme
Sensitive Hard-wearing fabrics, longer washing and  
additional rinsing for particularly sensitive skin
Sportswear $Fabrics made from microfibre
Dark WashKDark-coloured fabrics
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Congratulations  - you have chosen a modern, high-quality domestic appli ance 
manufactured by Bosch. This washing machine is dist inguished by its economical water 
and energy consumption. 
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspect ed thoroughly to ensure that it 
functions properly and is in perfect condition. 
For more information on our products, accessories, re placement parts and services, visit 
our website www.bosch-home.com or contact one of our after-sales service centres.
Observe the safety instructions on page 8. 
Do not operate this washing machine until you have r ead these 
instructions and the separate installation instructions.
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Sort and load the laundry
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
According to the information on the care labels.
According to type, colour, level of soiling and tem perature.
Do not exceed the maximum load
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Observe the important informationapage 9.
Insert items of laundry of varying sizes.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to tr ap items of laundry between the washing
machine door and the rubber seal.
Add detergent and care product
Measure according to:
The amount of laundry, level of soiling, water hardn ess (ask your water supply company) and
manufacturer's instructions.
On models without an insert for liquid detergent:
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This prevents blockages.
Detergent drawer  
with compartments I, II, 
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Washing machine  
door handle
Service flap
Washing machine door 
**If the 
( symbol is lit in the display 
panel, the childlock is active  a Deactivate it, page 5.
Additional functions and options buttons  
a Individual settings,  page 5
Press $ Start/Reload
Washing
End of programme when ...
... the $Start/Reload  button is off and  -¯-appears in the 
display panel.
If the display panel lighting is off, press any button  
a  Energy-saving mode,  page 5.
Cancel the programme
Programmes at high temperatures: 
–To cool the laundry: Select  Rinse
.
– Press 
$Start /Reload.
Programmes at lower temperatures: 
– Select  Spin
	orDrain>.
– Press $Start /Reload .
Change the programme if...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake: 
– Reselect the preogramme. 
–Press 
$Start /Reload. The new programme starts from the 
beginning.
Add laundry when ... apage 5
... $ Start/ Reload  is pressed and in the display panel  both„§‚+,symbols are then lit.   
If  ǯ is lit, the washing machine door cannot be opened. 
Select the $Start /Reload button.
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All buttons are sensitive and need only  
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Turn the programme selector to Off.
Turn off the tap
Not required for AquaStop modelsaRefer to Installation instructions .
Remove the laundry
Open the washing machine door and remove the laundr y. 
If(Rinse hold = no final spin) is active: turn the pr ogramme selector 
to Drain> or  Spin	. Select the spin speed if necessary.
Press$Start /Reload.
– Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting. 
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent drawer  open 
so that any residual water can dry away.
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Speed Perfectfunction.
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Programmes without prewash - add detergent to compa rtment II, programmes with prewash - distribute the detergent betwe en compartments I and  II.
Programmes °C max. Type of laundry 
Additional functions; options; informationCottons
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5 kg*Hard-wearing fabrics, heat-resistant fabrics  
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Dark Wash
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Delicate/Silk
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Wool 
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0611 / 9000608239*608239*
WAS28461GB,
WAS32461GB
Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Str. 34
81739 München / Deutschland
           
						

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Safety instructions
– Read the Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions and all other information enclosed with the washing 
machine and use the machine accordingly.
– Retain the documents for subsequent use. 
Risk of electric shock – Never pull on the cable to disconnect the mains plu g.
– Only insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands.
Danger to life For worn-out appliances: 
– Disconnect the mains plug. 
– Cut through the mains cable and remove complete with pl ug.
– Destroy the lock on the washing machine door. This  will prevent children from 
locking themselves in and risking their lives.
Danger of suffocation – Keep packaging, film and packaging parts out of the r each of children.
Risk of poisoning – Keep detergents and care products out of the reach  of children.
Risk of explosion – Items of laundry pretreated with cleaning agents co ntaining solvents, e.g. stain 
remover/cleaning solvent may cause an explosion aft er being loaded into the 
washing machine. 
Rinse items of laundry thoroughly by hand beforehand.
Risk of injury – The washing machine door can become very hot. 
– Be careful when draining hot detergent solution. 
– Do not climb onto the washing machine. 
– Do not lean on the open washing machine door.
– Do not reach into the drum if it is still rotating.
Consumption values depending on model
Programme Load Power ***Water***Programme 
duration***
CottonsLF 30 °C* 8 kg 0.35 kWh 76 l 2:20 h
CottonsLF 40 °C* 8 kg 0.97 kWh 76 l 2:30 h
CottonsLF 60 °C* 8 kg 1.36 kWh 76 l 2:40 h
CottonsLF 90 °C 8 kg 2.34 kWh 87 l 2:30 h
Easy-CareI 40 °C* 3.5 kg 0.55 kWh 55 l 1:43 h
Mixed Load / 40 °C* 3.5 kg 0.47 kWh 49 l 1:01 h
Delicate/Silk“ 30 °C 2 kg 0.14 kWh 35 l 0:41 h
Wool :  30 °C 2 kg 0.16 kWh 40 l 0:40 h
* Programme setting for testing in accordance with ap
plicable standard EN60456.
Note on comparative tests: When using the test program mes, wash the specified load using the maximum spin speed.
Programme Additional function Load Annual energy 
consumption  Annual water  
consumption 
CottonsLF 40/60 °C
Eco Perfect
**8/4 kg 189 kWh 10500 l
**Programme setting for testing and energy labelling in a
ccordance with EU directive 2010/30/EU with cold water  (15 °C).
*** The values deviate from the indicated values depe nding on water pressure, hardness, and inlet temperature, ambient 
temperature, type, amount and soiling of the laundry,  detergent used, fluctuations in the power supply and selected 
additional functions.
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Important information
Before washing for the first time
Do not put any laundry in the machine. Turn the tap  on. Pour the following into compartment II:
– approx. 1 litrewater
– detergent (amount to be used according to the manuf acturers instructions for light soiling and 
according to water hardness)
Turn the programme selector to  Easy-Care
I 60 °C and press $Start/Reload. 
At the end of the programme, turn the programme selecto r to Off.
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– When measuring detergent, care products and cleani ng agents, follow the manufacturers instructions.
– Empty pockets. 
– Look out for metal items (paperclips, etc.). 
– Wash delicates in a laundry bag (tights, curtains, und erwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons. 
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars. 
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag .
Loading laundry
Insert items of laundry of varying sizes. 
Take care not to trap items of laundry between the washing machine door and the rubber seal.
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
light No prewash. If required, select the additional

	Speed Perfect function.
Pretreat any stains as necessary.
heavy Do not load as much laundry. Select the programme wi th Prewash.
Soaking                   Load laundry of the same colour.
Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment  II  in accordance with the manufacturers instructions . 
Set the programme selector to Cottons
LF 30 °Cand select$Start/Reload. 
After approx. 10 minutes, press $ Start/ Reload to stop the programme. After the required soaking ti me, 
press$Start /Reload again to continue the programme, or change the pr ogramme.
Starching                 Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener
Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour starch into the ~fabric softener compart-
ment in accordance with the manufacturers instructions ( rinse first if necessary).
Dyeing/bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stainless steel. Always follow the dye 
manufacturers instructions. Do notuse the washing machine for bleaching clothes.
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Insert for liquid detergentdepending on model     
Position the insert for dispensing liquid detergent: 
–Remove the detergent drawer completelyapage 10.
– Slide the insert forwards. 
Do not use the insert (slide upwards): 
– For gel-type detergents and washing powder, 
– for programmes with + Prewash
7or(Finished in) option
Care
‘Machine housing, control panel
– Remove detergent residue immediately. 
– Wipe with a soft, damp cloth. 
– Do not clean with a jet of water.
Cleaning the detergent drawer ...
... if it contains detergent or fabric softener resid ues.
1. Pull out, press insert down, remove drawer complete ly.
2. To remove the insert: press the insert upwards from b elow with your finger.
3. Clean the detergent dispenser tray and insert with w ater and a brush and dry it.
4. Fit the insert and lock it in place (push the cylinde r onto the guide pin).
5. Push in the detergent drawer. 
Leave the detergent drawer open so that any residual  water can evaporate.
‘Drum
Leave the washing machine door open so that the drum  can dry out.
Use chlorine-free cleaning agent, not steel wool.
‘Descaling                      Ensure there is no laundry in the machine
This should not be necessary if the correct deterge nt dosage has been used. If it is necessary, however , proceed 
according to the descaling agent manufacturers instr uctions. Suitable descalers can be obtained via our website or 
from our after-sales service (
apage 13 ).
Instructions in the display paneldepending on model
,flashingClose the washing machine door properly; laundry ma y be caught.
§:³Å,›ÉOpen the tap completely, supply hose kinked or trapped; Clean the filterapage 11,
water pressure too low.
§:³µDetergent solution pump blocked; Clean the detergen t solution pumpapage 11.
Drain hose/waste pipe blocked; Clean the drain hose o n the siphonapage 11.
§:›´Water in the base tub, appliance leaking. Call the  after-sales service.
Other displaysSwitch off the appliance, wait for 5 seconds and switc h it back on. If the display appears again, 
call the after-sales serviceapage 13.
– Risk of electric shock. Disconnect the mains plug .
– Risk of explosion. No solvents.
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Information about blockages
Detergent solution pump
Turn the programme selector to Offand disconnect the mains plug.
1. Open and remove the service flap.
2. Take the drain hose out of the retainer. 
Remove the sealing cap, allow the detergent solutio n to flow out.
Push the sealing cap back on.
3. Unscrew the pump cover carefully (residual water).
4. Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housing  (the impeller in the detergent 
solution pump must be able to rotate).
5. Replace the pump cover and screw it on tightly. The hand le points upright. Replace the 
drain hose in the holder.
6. Refit the service flap and close it. 
To prevent unused detergent from flowing straight into the  drain during the next wash:
Pour 1 litre of water into compartment IIand start the Drain
>programme.
Drain hose on the siphon
Turn the programme selector to  Offand disconnect the mains plug.
1. Loosen the hose clamp, remove the drain hose carefu lly (residual water).
2. Clean the drainage hose and siphon connecting piece .
3. Reattach the drainage hose and secure the connection with  the hose clamp.
Filter in the water supply
Risk of electric shock  
Do not immerse the AquaStop safety device in water (contains electric valve).
Reduce the water pressure in the supply hose:
1. Turn off the tap.
2. Select any programme (except Spin 
	 / Drain >).
3. Press 
$Start /Reload. Let the programme run for approximately 40 seco nds.
4. Turn the programme selector to Off. Disconnect the mains plug.  
Clean the filter:
5. Disconnect the hose from the tap. 
Clean the filter with a small brush. 
and/or on standard and Aquasecure models:
Remove the hose from the back of the appliance,  
remove the filter using pliers and clean the filter .
6. Connect the hose and check for leaks.
Risk of scalding. 
– Allow the detergent solution to cool down. 
– Turn off the tap.
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What to do if...
‘Water is leaking out. – Attach/replace the drain hose  correctly.
– Tighten the screw connection of the supply hose.
‘No water supply.  
Detergent not dispensed. –$Start
/Reload not pressed?
– Tap not turned on? 
– Filter blocked? Clean the filter
apage 11.
– Supply hose kinked or trapped?
‘Washing machine door cannot  
be opened. –
Safety function active. Programme stopped? apage 4 .
–(Rinse hold = no final spin) selected?apage 3, 4.
– Can be opened by emergency release only?
apage 13.
‘Programme does not start. –$Start/Reload pressed or(Finished in) time selected?
– Washing machine door closed? 
– Childlock active? Deactivate
apage 5 .
‘Detergent solution does not  
drain. –(Rinse hold = no final spin) selected?apage 3, 4.
– Clean the detergent solution pump
apage 11.
– Clean the waste pipe and/or drainage hose.
‘Water not visible in the drum. – Not a fault - water  below the visible area.
‘Spin result not satisfactory. 
Laundry wet/too damp.– Not a fault - the imbalance monitoring system has i
nterrupted the spin because 
the laundry is unevenly distributed. 
Distribute large and small items of laundry evenly in  the drum.
–
SReduced Ironing pressed?apage 5.
– Speed selected too low? apage 5 .
‘The programme duration  
changes during the washing  
cycle. – Not a fault - the programme sequence is optimised fo
r the relevant washing pro-
cess. This can cause changes in the programme duratio n in the display panel.
‘Repeated spin start-up. – Not a fault - imbalance monit oring system is equalising the imbalance.
‘Residual water in the~com-
partment for care products. – Not a fault - the action of the care product is no
t affected.
– Clean the insert if necessaryapage 10 .
‘Odour formation in the washing  
machine. –
Run the  CottonsLF 90 °Cprogramme with the washing machine empty.
Use standard detergent .
‘Status indicator³þflashing.
Detergent may escape from the  
detergent drawer. –
Too much detergent used? 
Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric softener with ½ litre wat er and pour the mixture into 
compartment  II.(Not for outdoor textiles or those made with down.)
– Reduce the amount of detergent for the next wash cyc le.
‘Pronounced generation of  
noise, vibration and  
“wandering” during the spin  
cycle.–
Are the appliance feet fixed?
Secure appliance feetaInstallation instructions .
– Transportation safety devices removed? 
Remove transportation safety devices
aInstallation instructions .
‘Noises during spinning and  
draining. –
Clean the detergent solution pump apage 11.
‘Display panel/indicator lamps  
do not function during  
operation. – Power cut? 
– Circuit breakers tripped? Switch circuit breakers back
 on or replace.
– Energy saving mode active? 
apage 5.
– If a fault occurs repeatedly, call the after-sales  service.
‘Programme sequence longer  
than usual.– Not a fault - imbalance monitoring system is equali
sing the imbalance by 
repeatedly redistributing the laundry.
– Not a fault - foam detection system active - adds an  additional rinse cycle.
‘There are detergent residues on  
the laundry.– In isolated cases, phosphate-free detergents contain 
water-insoluble residues.
– Select  Rinseor brush down the laundry after washing.
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What to do if...
‘In Add laundry mode, $Start/Reload  flashes very 
quickly and a signal sounds. – Water level too high. Not possible to add more lau
ndry. Close the washing 
machine door immediately if necessary.
– Press 
$Start /Reload to continue the programme.
If you cannot correct a fault yourself (switching on /off) or a repair is required:
– Turn the programme selector to  Offand pull the mains plug out of the socket.
– Turn off the tap and call the after-sales service
apage 13.
Emergency releasee.g. in the event of a power cut
The programme continues when the power supply is restore d. However, if the laundry has to be removed, 
the washing machine door can be opened as follows: 
Risk of scalding 
The detergent solution and laundry may be hot. If p ossible, leave to cool down.
Do not reach into the drum if it is still rotating. 
Do not open the washing machine door if water can b e seen through the glass.
1. Turn the programme selector to  Offand pull out the mains plug.
2. Drain the detergent solution
apage 11.
3. Pull the emergency release downwards with a tool an d release.
Washing machine door can then be opened.
After-sales service
‘If you cannot remedy the fault yourself (What to do  if ..., apage 12, 13), contact our after-sales service. 
We will always find a suitable solution to avoid unnec essary visits by repair personnel.
‘You can find the contact details for your nearest af ter-sales service here or in the after-sales service directory 
(depending on the model). 
– GB 0844 8928979 (Calls from a BT landline will be charged  at up to 3 pence per minute.
 A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply).
– IE 01450 2655
‘Please give the after-sales service the product num ber (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD) of the appliance.
Product number                         Production nu mberThis information can be found: 
on the inside of the washing machine door* /  
open service flap* and on the rear of the appliance
.
*depending on the model
‘Trust the manufacturers technical expertise. Turn to us. 
By doing so, you will ensure that the repair is carr ied out by trained service technicians equipped wit h original 
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