Manual Bosch WAS28840GB Washing Machine

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Start/

Reload

Programme selectorButtons, display panel

a Page 6

Handle of the detergent drawer

Select options and change settings/Display panel

Press the :/;Optionsbuttons to select the following standard settings and programme options.

The settings in the options can be adjusted/changed by pressing the /Changebuttons. In the

case of multi-level settings keep touching the /Change buttons to run through the settings

automatically.

The display panel provides information on: options and settings, programme sequence and

additional information (a separate Installation/Maintenance instructions, What to do if ..., Page 11).

Each setting is active without acknowledgement. Standard settings are underlined on the

display panel and are retained even after the appliance is switched off and on again.

Standard settings

Programme options

ʑ

i-DOS2: content

Softener 

detergent

Select dispenser contents. a Page 13

ʑ

i-DOS1: basis

10 ml  200 ml

Set basic dosage, a Page 12, according

to recommendation of the detergent/softener

manufacturer.

ʑ

i-DOS2: basis

10 ml  200 ml

ʑ

Signal

3

OFF  quiet 

medium  loud 

very loud

Select volume of the information signals.

ʑ

button signal

OFF  quiet 

medium  loud 

very loud

Select volume of the button signals.

ʑ

language

Select language for display text.

VarioPerfect

i

SpeedPerfect

For a shorter wash time with a comparable

washing performance to the standard

programme. Maximum load size.

a Overview of programmes, Page 7

ʑ

Standard

j

EcoPerfect For saving energy with a comparable washing

performance to the standard programme.

Select stain 

[

Automatic treatment of stubborn stains.

a Page 10

ʑ

end time 1  24h

(h=Hour)

When the programme is selected, the respective

time to programme end is shown. Adjustable

in1-hour steps up to max. 24 h. Settings cannot

be made when the programme has started.

ʑ

Rinse plus

2

max. +3 Rinses Additional rinse. Longer programme duration.

Recommended application: for sensitive skin

or/and in areas with very soft water.

ʑ

Reduced Iron

S

OFF  ON Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing.

Gentle final spin at reduced spin speed. Residual

moisture of the washing slightly increased.

ʑ

Rinse Hold c



OFF  ON The washing remains in the water after the last

rinse cycle. a Page 5

ʑ

Aqua plus



OFF  ON Increased water level. Gentler treatment of the

washing.

ʑ

Pre-wash



OFF  ON For heavily soiled washing. Follow dosage

instructions. a Page 9

ʑ



Drum light

(depending on model) 

goes out automatically when

the washing machine door is

opened or closed and after

the programme starts.

Open the washing

machine door

1.

Sort the washing

2.

According to the information on the care labels.

According to type; colour; soiling and temperature.

Follow manufacturers care information!

Do not exceed maximum load. a Page 7

Follow important instructions! a Page 9

Select a programme

3.

Programme selector for switching the machine on and off

and for selecting the programme. Can be rotated in either direction.

If childproof lock active, a Deactivate, Page 9

Follow the information on the

display panel!

Max. 8kg

Cottons

Load laundry

Insert laundry

4.

Observe load display on the display panel.

a Page 9

0 Load: Max. 8kg

Cottons

Load laundry

Close the washing machine door

5.

Do not trap

any items

of washing!

finished in 2:26

Cottons

i-DOS1: II i-DOS2: II

Intelligent dosage has been preset at the factory:

i-DOS1 : ll = Detergent dosage : normal

i-DOS2 : ll = Softener dosage : normal

Change dosage a Page 12

Select programme settings

6.

All buttons are sensitive, they only need to be touched gently!

Temperature/Spin speed a Page 2

Programme options (menu) a Page 6

Stain selection a Page 10

Manual dosage a Page 13

Start programme

7.

B/C dispenser for manual dosage

Your washing machine

Congratulations  You have opted for a modern, high-quality

domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. The washing machine

is distinguished by its economical consumption of water, energy and

detergent.

Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly

to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.

Every machine has been preset at the factory for the intelligent

dosage system. You can start washing immediately!

Changes to the standard settings. a Page 12, 13

Further information on our products, accessories, spare parts and

services can be found at: www.bosch-home.com

i-DOS1 dispenser for intelligent dosage:

liquid detergent

i-DOS2 dispenser for intelligent dosage:

softener or liquid detergent

Washing

Detergent drawer with:

Fascia

Service flap

Washing machine door

with handle

10.

Switch off

Set programme selector to Off.

9.

Turn off tap

Not required for Aqua-Stop models.

a separate Installation/Maintenance instructions,

Page 6

8.

Remove the washing

Open washing machine door and remove washing.

 Remove any foreign objects 

risk of rusting.

 Leave detergent drawer and door open

so that residual water can evaporate.

End of programme ...

... when Finished, Remove washing is indicated on the

display panel.

When the display panel light is off, select any

button. a Energy saving mode, Page 1

Rinse hold

If Rinse hold  active:

 select > Drain and/or $ Start/Reload.

Terminating the programme

For programmes at high temperature:

 Cool down washing: select 2 Rinse.

 Select $ Start/Reload.

For programmes at low temperature:

 Select  Spin or > Drain.

 Select $ Start/Reload.

Reloading washing ... a Page 9

... if $ Start/Reload selected and then Top-up? is

indicated on the display panel.

 Do not leave washing machine door open for

a prolonged period  water could run out of

the washing.

 Load display is not active during reloading.

Select $ Start/Reload.

°C

Select the temperature 

  (cold) up to 90°; by pressing /Change buttons.

i-DOS1

Select the detergent dosage. a Page 12

l = light, ll = normal, lll = strong,  = OFF; by pressing /Change buttons.

i-DOS2

Select the softener or detergent dosage. a Page 12

l = light, ll = normal, lll = strong,  = OFF; by pressing /Change buttons.



Select the spin speed (revolutions per minute, 0 = no spin while the programme is running). 

0 to 1600 * (* depending on model); by pressing /Change buttons.

: Options

Select standard settings. a Page 6

; Options

Select programme options. a Page 6

/ Change

Change settings in the options. a Page 6

Before each wash

Handle of the

detergent drawer

During washing ...

Washing

i-DOS1

i-DOS1 selected/reload

display. a Page 11  13

detergent

i-DOS2

i-DOS2 selected/reload

display. a Page 11  13

softener or detergent

After each wash

Fill dispensers i-DOS1 and i-DOS2

a Page 11

Wash once without any washing

1. To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the

outlet during the first wash: Pour 1 litre of water into

dispenser

B/C and start the > Drain programme.

2. Wash once using L Cottons 90 °C programme

without any washing.

ʋ for household use only,

ʋ for washing machine-washable textiles and hand-

washable wool in the apropriate detergent,

ʋ when dosage any detergents/cleaning aids and

cleaning agents, always follow manufacturers

instructions,

ʋ to be operated with cold drinking water and

commercially available detergents and care products

which are suitable for use in washing machines.

 Follow the safety instructions on Page 8!

 Do not leave children unattended near the

washing machine!

 Children must not use the washing machine!



Keep pets away from the washing machine!

Intended use

Before 1

st

wash

Intelligent Dosage System (i-DOS)

Your washing machine features an intelligent dosage system for liquid detergent

and softener. Dispensers i-DOS1 and i-DOS2 (1.3 l/0.5 l) in the detergent drawer

are used for this. You can select whether you want to use one liquid detergent and

one softener or two liquid detergents. a Page 13

: Options ;

Contents Page

ʋ Intended use ....................................................................................... 1

ʋ Preparing your washing machine ................................................... 2

ʋ Before 1

st

wash .............................................................................. 2/3

ʋ Before each wash .......................................................................... 3/4

ʋ After each wash.............................................................................. 4/5

ʋ Select options and change settings/Display panel..................... 6

ʋ Overview of programmes ................................................................. 7

ʋ Safety instructions .............................................................................. 8

ʋ Consumption values.......................................................................... 8

ʋ Important information ........................................................................ 9

ʋ Information on programmes/options ........................................... 10

ʋ Intelligent Dosage System (i-DOS) ........................................1113

ʋ Manual dosage................................................................................. 13

ʋ Customer service ............................................................................. 13

Protection of the environment/

conservation tips

 Utilise the maximum load of washing for each particular

programme.

 Wash normally soiled fabrics without prewash.

 Instead of L Cottons 90 °C programme select L Cottons 60 °C

and j EcoPerfect option. Comparable cleaning result with

significantly lower energy consumption.

 Detergent dosage using the intelligent dosage system helps save

detergent and water.

 Energy saving mode: The display panel light goes out after

several minutes, $ Start/Reload flashes. To activate the light,

select any button.

 If the washing is then dried in the tumble dryer, select spin speed

according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.

Automatic stain treatment

Special treatment of 16 different stain types is possible.

No pretreatment of the stains is required  washing machine adjusts

the washing process. a Page 10

Preparing your

washing machine

Correct installation according to separate

Installation/Maintenance instructions.

Checking the machine

 Never switch on a damaged machine!

 Inform your customer service!

Insert mains plug

 With dry hands only!

 Take hold of the plug only!

Turn on the tap

Do not switch on the washing machine until you

have read these instructions and the separate

Installation/Maintenance instructions!

7

Overview of programmes a Observe table of consumption values on Page 8 and instructions on Page 9!

* reduced load for SpeedPerfect i option, **Ù can be selected/deselected,  cannot be selected

Programmes

°C

(  = cold)

max.

Type of washing

i-DOS **

Options; information

Detergent Softener

L Cottons   ... 90 °C

8 kg/

5 kg *

Hard-wearing textiles, heat-resistant textiles

made of cotton or linen

Ù Ù

i*, j, , S, , ,c2, [

 Cottons Eco   ... 60 °C

i*, Standard, , S, , ,c2, [

I Easy-Care   ... 60 °C 3.5 kg

Easy-care textiles made of cotton, linen,

synthetic fibres or blended fabrics

Ù Ù

i, j, , S, , ,c2, [

/ Mixed Load

  ... 40 °C 3.5 kg

Textiles made of cotton and hard-wearing

textiles

Ù Ù

i, j, , S, , ,c2, [ ;

different types of washing can be washed together

 Delicate/Silk

  ... 40 °C 2 kg

For delicate, washable textiles, e.g. made of silk,

satin, synthetic fibres or blended fabrics (e.g.

curtains)

Ù Ù

i, j, , S, , ,c2, [ ;

only spins between the rinse cycles

: Wool   ... 40 °C 2 kg

Hand or machine-washable wool or rich-wool

textiles

 Ù

; especially gentle wash programme to prevent

shrink-age, longer programme pauses (textiles rest in

wash detergent solution)

2 Rinse 8 kg

 Ù

2, , S, c; Extra rinse followed by spin cycle

 Spin 8 kg

 

Sc; Extra spin with selectable spin speed

> Drain 8 kg

 

the rinsing water when Rinse Hold  (without final spin)

is selected

 Memory all settings as selected programme a Page 10

W Down Wear   ... 60 °C 2 kg Machine washable down-filled textiles  

i, j, , ,c2, [ ;

wash large items individually, dose detergent sparingly

@ SuperQuick 15'   ... 40 °C 2 kg

Easy-care textiles made of cotton, linen,

synthetic fibres or blended fabrics

Ù Ù

; extra short programme approx. 15 minutes,

suitable for lightly soiled washing

ā Allergy Plus   ... 60 °C

8 kg/

5 kg *

Hardwearing textiles made of cotton or linen

Ù Ù

i*, j, , S, , ,c2, [ ; for especially

sensitive skin, extended wash cycle at the selected

temperature, higher water level, additional rinse cycle

Z Sportswear   ... 40 °C 2 kg

Textiles made of microfibres; do not use fabrics

softener

 

i, j, , S, , ,c2, [

 Shirts/Blouses   ... 60 °C 2 kg

Non-iron shirts made of cotton, linen, synthetics

fibres or blended fabrics

Ù Ù

i, j, , S, , ,c2, [ ;

S : short spin only, hang up dripping wet

9205 / 9000766133

*766133*

WAS28840GB

Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH

Carl-Wery-Str. 34

81739 München/Deutschland

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