1 2 3 4 5 6
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
Turning off the tap
Not required for AquaStop models a Installation instructions, page 7.
Removing the washing
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If Rinse stop (no final spin) is active: turn the programme 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.
Programme finished when ...
... Finished, Remove washing appears on the display panel.
If the display panel lighting is off, press any button
a Energy saving mode, page 1.
Cancelling the programme
Programmes at high temperatures
Cool laundry: Select Rinse.
Select $ Start/Reload.
Programmes at lower temperatures:
Select Spin or > Drain.
Select $ Start/Reload.
Changing the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
Reselect the programme.
Press $ Start/Reload. The new programme starts from the
beginning.
Adding laundry, if ... a page 6
... $ Start/Reload is selected and Top-up possible appears on the
display panel.
Do not leave the washing machine door open for too long
as water from the washing could leak out.
Load display not active when reloading.
Press $ Start/Reload.
Sorting the laundry
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
According to the information on the care labels.
According to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load a page 7.
Observe the important information a page 9.
Detergents and care products
Measure accordingly:
Amount of laundry, level of soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply company) and
manufacturer's instructions.
Models without insert for liquid detergent:
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
During operation: Open the detergent drawer with care.
Programmes
Detailed programme overview a page 7.
Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually,
depending on the selected programme and programme progress.
L Cottons
Hard-wearing fabrics
Cottons Eco
Easy-Care Easy-care fabrics
/ Mixed Load
Different types of laundry
Delicate/Silk Delicate washable fabrics
:O Wool
Hand/machine-washable wool
Rinse Extra rinse with spin
Spin Extra spin with selectable spin speed
> Drain Drain the rinsing water with
Rinse stop (no final spin)
6 SuperQuick 15 Super quick programme
ā Allergy+ Hard-wearing fabrics; longer washing and
additional rinsing for particularly sensitive skin
Z Sportswaer Fabrics made from microfibre
Shirt/Blouse Non-iron shirts
Memory 1 Personalised programme a page 6
Memory 2 Personalised programme a page 6
Programme selectorDisplay panel/
options buttons/change buttons
Start/
Reload
Individual settings
ʑ
Personalised programme
You can store a programme and all of its settings permanently under Memory 1 and Memory 2:
Turn the programme selector to Memory 1 or Memory 2.
Using the /buttons, select the desired programme.
Select the desired option with the Ù/ button, and, if necessary, change the setting with the / buttons.
Make your desired settings with the °C ÔÈ (temperature) and ÔÈ (spin) buttons.
Press the $ Start/Reload button.
Select stain
The correct treatment for every stain
Do not let stains dry. Remove any solid residue beforehand. Sort items of laundry as usual and load the washing
machine. Select a type of stain (cannot be combined).
ʑ
A total of 16 different stains can be selected. The washing machine adjusts the washing temperature, drum movement
and soaking time to suit the type of stain. Hot or cold water, gentle or intensive washing control (thanks to the new
drum structure) and a long or short soaking time ensure that the wash programme has a special sequence for each
type of stain.
ʑ
Using the Options button, selectFleckenwahl (Select stain); change with the / Change buttons;
select a stain.
ʑ
Stains
Baby food
Blood
Bott.sock dirt
Butter/edi. oil
Chocolate
Coffee
Cosmetics
Egg
Grass
Orange
Red wine stain
Soil + sand
Strawberry
Sweat
Tea
Tomatoes
ʑ
Stain treatment in detail - 2 examples
Egg Soaked in lukewarm water, selected wash cycle with a higher water level and
additional rinse cycles to remove particles
Blood Blood is first loosened in cold water, then the selected wash programme
starts.
For the other types of stain, we have formulated comparable solutions in our intensive studies.
Reload
If you want to add additional items of laundry after the programme has started, choose $ Start/Reload.
The machine checks whether topping up laundry is possible. Follow the instructions in the display panel.
For safety reasons, the washing machine door remains locked when the water level and/or temperature is high, or
while the drum is rotating.
To continue the programme, press the $ Start/Reload button.
Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model), a page 10
Compartment II: detergent for main wash,
water softener, bleach, stain remover
Your washing machine
Congratulations ä you have chosen a modern, high-quality domestic appliance
manufactured by Bosch. A distinctive feature of the washing machine is its economical
water and energy consumption.
Each machine that leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly to ensure that it
functions properly and is in perfect condition.
For more information on our products, accessories, replacement parts and services, see
our website www.bosch-home.com or contact our after-sales service centres.
Intended use
Contents Page
ʔ Intended use ..........................................................................................................................1
ʔ Programmes ..........................................................................................................................1
ʔ Setting and adjusting the programme .............................................................................3
ʔ Washing ............................................................................................................................. 3/4
ʔ After washing .........................................................................................................................4
ʔ Individual settings ............................................................................................................ 5/6
ʔ Overview of programmes ....................................................................................................7
ʔ Safety instructions ................................................................................................................8
ʔ Consumption values .............................................................................................................8
ʔ Important information ..........................................................................................................9
ʔ Insert for liquid detergent ................................................................................................ 10
ʔ Care ....................................................................................................................................... 10
ʔ Information on the display panel .................................................................................... 10
ʔ Information about blockages .......................................................................................... 11
ʔ What to do if..................................................................................................................12/13
ʔ Emergency release ............................................................................................................ 13
ʔ After-sales service .............................................................................................................. 13
Environmental protection/ Conservation tips
Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of laundry for the relevant
programme.
Wash laundry with normal soiling without a pre-wash.
Instead of LCottons 90 °C, select the L Cottons 60 °C programme and the
j EcoPerfect additional function. Comparable cleaning result with significantly
lower energy consumption.
Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's instructions and water
hardness.
Energy saving mode: The display panel lighting goes out after a few minutes;
$ Start/Reload flashes. Press any button to turn the light back on
If the laundry is then to be dried in the tumble dryer, select the appropriate spin
speed according to the instructions from the dryer manufacturer
.
Automatic stain removal
Automatic treatment of 16 different types of stain possible. No pretreatment of stains
required - the washing machine automatically adapts the washing process a page 6.
Preparation
Before the first wash
Run a wash cycle without laundry a Page 9
Open the door/set the programme**
1
Washing
Compartment ~: fabric softener, starch
Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wash
ʔ For domestic use only
ʔ For machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool in detergent
solution
ʋ To be operated with cold drinking water and commercially-available
detergents and care products that are suitable for use in washing
machines.
Follow the safety instructions on Page 8!
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.
Detergent drawer
with compartments I, II, ~
Control panel
Washing machine door
handle
Service flap
Washing machine door
Install correctly, 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
**If the childlock is active a Deactivate, page 5.
Follow the instructions in the display panel.
Washing
Individual settings
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Options see also the Overview of programmes
VarioPerfect*
i SpeedPerfect - Standard -
j EcoPerfect
SpeedPerfect: For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome
comparable to that of the standard programme. Maximum load
a Overview of programmes, page 7.
EcoPerfect: For saving energy with a washing performance comparable to
that of the standard programme.
end time
*
When you select the programme, the respective time to the end of the
programme is displayed. It can be adjusted to a maximum of 24 hours in 1-hour
increments. Press the / Change button repeatedly until the required
number of hours is displayed (h=hour). It is not possible to make adjustments
once the programme has started.
Prewashc
off - on
For heavily soiled items. Prewash at max. 30 °C.
S Easy-iron
off - on
Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin at reduced
speed. Residual moisture in the laundry is increased slightly.
3 Signal
*
Select the volume of the information signals.
off ä quiet ä medium ä loud ä very loud
button signal*
Select the volume of the button signals.
off ä quiet ä medium ä loud ä very loud
language
*
Select the language of the display texts.
Water Plus
off - on
Increased water level. Gentler treatment of the laundry.
Rinse stop
off - on
After the final rinse, the laundry remains in the water.
2 Rinse Plus*
max. +3 Rinse cycles
Extra rinse. Prolonged programme duration. Recommended use:
for particularly sensitive skin and/or in areas with very soft water.
[ stain selection
*
Automatic treatment of tough stains a Page 6.
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Display symbols
Childproof lock/appliance lock
off - on #
You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have set from
being changed inadvertently.
To activate: Press and hold the ÙOptions button for 5 seconds.
The #symbol lights up.
To deactivate: Press and hold the ÙOptions button for 5 seconds.
If the programme selector is adjusted after the appliance has started:
The #symbol flashes. First, reset the programme selector to the original
programme, then deactivate.
The childlock can remain activated until you start the next programme, even
after the machine has been switched off (the name of the last programme
run appears on the display panel).
Then you can deactivate the childlock again before starting the programme
and activate it again as necessary once the programme has started.
3 Foam detection Too much foam in the washing machine. Foam detection system active -
special programme sequence to reduce foam.
7
Overview of programmes a Check the consumption values table on page 8 and the instructions on page 9.
* reduced load for i SpeedPerfect option
Mixed Load 40 °C with maximum available spin speed is ideal as a short programme.
Programmes without pre-wash - add detergent to compartment II, programmes with pre-wash - divide the detergent between compartments I and II.
Programmes
°C
( = cold)
max.
Type of laundry
Options; information
L Cottons ... 90 °C
9 kg/
5 kg*
Hard-wearing fabrics, heat-resistant fabrics
made of cotton or linen
i SpeedPerfect*, j EcoPerfect, Prewash, S Easy-iron,
Water Plus, 2 Rinse Plus, [ stain selection, cRinse stop
Cottons Eco ... 60 °C
i SpeedPerfect*, Standard, Prewash, S Easy-iron,
Water Plus, 2 Rinse Plus, [ stain selection, cRinse stop
ā Allergy+ ... 60 °C
8kg/
5 kg*
Hard-wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen
i SpeedPerfect*, j EcoPerfect, Prewash, S Easy-iron,
Water Plus, 2 Rinse Plus, [ stain selection, cRinse stop;
for particularly sensitive skin, longer wash cycle at selected temperature,
higher water level, additional rinse cycle
Easy-Care ... 60 °C 4 kg
Easy-care fabrics made of cotton, linen, synthetic
fibres or blended fabrics
i SpeedPerfect, j EcoPerfect, Prewash, S Easy-iron,
Water Plus, 2 Rinse Plus, [ stain selection, cRinse stop
/ Mixed Load
... 40 °C 3.5 kg Fabrics made of cotton and easy-care fabrics
i SpeedPerfect, j EcoPerfect, Prewash, S Easy-iron,
Water Plus, 2 Rinse Plus, [ stain selection, cRinse stop;
different types of laundry can be washed together
Shirt/Blouse ... 60 °C
2 kg
Non-iron shirts made of cotton, linen, synthetic
fibres or blended fabrics
i SpeedPerfect, j EcoPerfect, Prewash, S Easy-iron,
Water Plus, 2 Rinse Plus, [ stain selection, cRinse stop;
spin only, hang up to drip dry
Delicate/Silk ... 40 °C
For delicate, washable fabrics, e.g. made of silk,
satin, synthetic fibres or blended fabrics (e.g.
curtains)
i SpeedPerfect, j EcoPerfect, Prewash, S Easy-iron,
Water Plus, 2 Rinse Plus, [ stain selection, cRinse stop;
spin between the rinse cycles only
:O÷Wool
... 40 °C
Hand or machine-washable fabrics made of wool
or containing wool
Rinse stop;
Particularly gentle wash programme to prevent shrinkage of laundry. Longer
programme breaks (fabrics rest in the detergent solution)
6 SuperQuick 15 ... 40 °C
Easy-care fabrics made of cotton, linen, synthetic
fibres or blended fabrics
Rinse stop;
Short programme, approx. 15 minutes, suitable for lightly soiled laundry
$ Sportswear ... 40 °C Fabrics made from microfibre
i SpeedPerfect, j EcoPerfect, S Easy-iron,
Water Plus, 2 Rinse Plus, [ stain selection, cRinse stop
Additional programmes
Rinse, Spin,>Drain
9302 / 9000843500
*843500*
WAS32760GB
WAS28761GB
Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH
Carl-Wery-Str. 34
81739 München / Deutschland
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