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Washing machine WAK24268EE en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions...
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Your new washing machine Display rules : Warning! You have chosen a Bosch washing machine. This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly dangerous Please take a few minutes to read and situation. Not heeding the warning can become familiar with the advantages of cause death or injuries.
Safety instructions Reaching into the drum Safety instructions ■ when it is turning can cause injuries to hands. t i o n s s t r u c y i n S a f e t Electrical safety Do not reach into the drum when it is turning.
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Safety instructions Cut through the mains cable Do not let children touch the ■ and remove it, along with hot washing machine door. plug. Destroy the lock on the ■ washing machine door. Warning Risk of suffocation! Children may become wrapped in packaging/film or packing parts if allowed to play with them, or they may pull them...
Environmental protection : The display Energy-saving mode ■ Environmental panel lighting goes out after a few minutes and flashes. To protection Start activate the lighting, press any button. c t i o p r o t e o n m e n t a l E n v i r Packaging/used appliance Energy-saving mode is not activated...
The main points in brief The main points in brief i e f i n b r n t s n p o i T h e m a i Connect the mains Turn on the water Sort the laundry. Open the door.
Getting to know the appliance Getting to know the appliance i a n c e e a p p l w t h o k n o i n g t G e t t Washing machine ( Detergent drawer ~ Page 18 8 Washing machine door with window handle 0 Controls/display elements 9S Open the washing machine door...
Getting to know the appliance Control panel ( °C temperature, B spin speed, 3 "Ready @ Programme selector for selecting a in" time for changing the programme default programme and for switching the machine on settings and off 0 GTurboPerfect (SpeedPerfect), F Eco H Display panel for settings and information Perfect, { Fácil (Easy Iron): Additional programme settings...
Laundry You can find examples of levels of Laundry soiling on ~ Page 12 – : Do not prewash, select the Light L a u n d r y G SpeedPerfect setting if Prepare the laundry necessary – Normal Caution! –...
Detergent Detergent Saving Soiling/note Reduced temper- Light g e n t D e t e r ature and deter- No visible dirt or stains. Cloth- Correct selection of detergent gent quantity as ing has taken on some body per the recom- odour, e.g.: The care label is crucial for selecting mended dosage...
Overview of programmes Overview of programmes a m m e s p r o g r e w o f O v e r v i Programmes on the programme selector Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Name of programme Max. load; Short explanation of the programme or the fabric for which it is suita- * Reduced load for G TurboPer- ble.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings W Lana/Lã (Wool) Max. 2 kg Hand or machine-washable fabrics made of wool or that contain Cold - 40 °C wool; – – – ... 800 rpm particularly gentle wash programme to prevent shrinkage of laundry, with longer programme breaks (fabrics rest in the detergent solu- tion) Notes...
Programme default settings Temperature Before starting the programme, the programme end ("Ready in" time) can Depending on the programme be preselected in increments of one progress, you can change the preset hour (h = hours) up to a maximum of 24 temperature (in °C) before and during hours.
Additional programme settings Additional programme settings t i n g s a m m e s e t p r o g r i o n a l A d d i t G SpeedPerfect For washing in a shorter time with a washing result comparable to that of the Select programme/switch on standard programme.
Operating the appliance Select additional programme settings By selecting additional settings, you can better adapt the washing process to your items of laundry. The settings can be selected or The Start button indicator lamp flashes deselected depending on the and the programme settings continue to programme progress.
Operating the appliance Rinse eyes or skin thoroughly if they come into contact with detergent/care products. If swallowed accidentally, seek medical advice. Dilute viscous fabric softener and Note: fabric conditioner with water; this prevents blockages. Do not use the measuring aid for Note: gel detergents and washing powder, or Pour the detergent and care products...
Operating the appliance Changing the programme E flashes: The childproof lock is ■ active and the programme selector was adjusted. To prevent the If you have started the wrong programme from stopping, turn the programme by mistake, you can programme selector back to the change the programme as follows: original programme.
Sensors Removing laundry/switching Sensors off the appliance S e n s o r Open the washing machine door Automatic load sensing and remove the laundry. The automatic load sensing function Set the programme selector to adapts the water consumption ideally to The appliance is switched off.
Setting the signal Setting the signal g n a l h e s i n g t S e t t i 1. Activate the setting mode for the signal volume Set to Ú. Press and hold the B button and turn one Press and hold the button for approx.
Cleaning and maintenance descaling agent. Suitable descalers can Cleaning and be obtained via our website or from our after-sales service. maintenance e n a n c e m a i n t n g a n d C l e a n i Detergent drawer and housing Warning Danger of death!
Cleaning and maintenance Switch off the appliance. Disconnect the mains plug. Open and remove the service flap. To prevent unused detergent from Note: flowing straight into the drain during the next wash: Pour 1 litre of water into Take the drain hose out of the compartment and start the Drain...
Faults and what to do about them. Remove the hose from the water tap. if you come into contact with detergent Clean the filter with a small brush. solution and laundry. If possible, leave it to cool down. Warning Risk of injury! You may injure your hands if you reach into the drum while it is turning.
Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Display Cause/remedial action The washing machine door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. Temperature too high. Wait until the temperature drops. ■ Water level too high. Not possible to add laundry. Close the washing machine ■...
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Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/remedial action Detergent solution is not – – – B (Rinse hold = without final spin) selected? ■ emptied. Clean detergent solution pump. ~ Page 23 ■ Clean the waste pipe and/or drainage hose. ■...
After-sales service Faults Cause/remedial action YES appears on the dis- The washing machine door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. play in reload mode. If you cannot correct a fault yourself (after switching off/on) or a repair is required: Turn the programme selector to Stop.
Consumption rates Energy efficiency classes Consumption rates Annual energy consumption a t e s o n r C o n s u m p t i Noise levels when washing Energy label Noise levels when spinning Spin efficiency class Here, a sample energy label with Load explanations is provided.
Consumption rates Consumption values table Programme Load Energy consumption*** Water*** Programme dura- tion*** Cottons 20 °C 8 kg 0.40 kWh 71 l 2 3/4 h Cottons 40 °C* 8 kg 1.10 kWh 71 l 2 3/4 h Cottons 60 °C 8 kg 1.51 kWh 71 l...
Technical data Spin efficiency class Positioning and The spin efficiency class of your connecting appliance can be seen on the energy label. ~ Page 29 i n g c o n n e c t n g a n d t i o n i P o s i Included with the appliance...
Positioning and connecting under high water pressure. To prevent H Elbow for securing the water drain hose* leaks and water damage, you must P Water supply hose on standard/Aqua- follow the instructions in this section. Secure models Notes *depending on the model In addition to the safety information ■...
Positioning and connecting Do not remove the appliance covering Unscrew and remove all four plate. transport brace screws. Remove the sleeves. To do this, Notes remove the mains cable from the Recess width of 60 cm required. holders. ■ Only install the washing machine ■...
Positioning and connecting Hose and cable lengths Observe the following when connecting the machine: Left-hand connection ■ Notes Only operate the washing machine ■ using cold mains water. a FP Do not connect the machine to the ■ mixer tap of an unpressurised hot- a FP water boiler.
Positioning and connecting Model: AquaSecure Outlet in a sink ■ ■ Warning Risk of scalding! When you are washing at high temperatures, there is a risk of scalding if you come into contact with hot detergent solution e.g. if hot detergent solution is being drained into a wash basin.
Positioning and connecting Only pull out the mains cable by the Outlet into a plastic pipe with rubber ■ ■ plug and never by the cable, as this bushing or into a drainage pit could damage it. Never unplug the mains plug during ■...
Positioning and connecting Before washing for the first Transportation time e.g. when moving home The washing machine was thoroughly Preparatory work: tested before leaving the factory. In Turn off the water tap. order to remove any water which may Reduce the water pressure in the be left over from the test, run the first supply hose.
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Positioning and connecting Installing the transport locks: Remove the covers and keep them in a safe place. Use a screwdriver if necessary. Insert all four sleeves. Clip the mains cable securely in the holders. Insert and tighten the screws. Before initial use: Notes The transport locks must...
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3 pence per minute. A call set-up fee of up 6 pence may apply. 01450 2655 You can find the contact information for all countries in the attached after-sales service directory. Robert Bosch, Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34 81739 München DEUTSCHLAND *9000890428*...