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Washing machine WAW32668SN 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.
Contents e n I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l a n d I n s t a l l a t i o n I n s t r u c t i o n s Intended use.
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Appliance settings ..31 Positioning and connecting . . 43 Activating the setting mode ..32 Included with the appliance ..43 Changing the signal volume .
Intended use Intended use I n t e n d e d u s e For private domestic use only. ■ The washing machine is suitable for ■ washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool in detergent solution. To be operated with cold mains ■...
Safety instructions Reaching into the drum Safety instructions ■ when it is turning can cause injuries to hands. S a f e t o n s u c t i i n s t r Electrical safety Do not reach into the drum when it is turning.
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Safety instructions Warning Eye/skin irritation! Detergents and care products Danger of death! may cause irritation if they Children may lock themselves come into contact with the eyes in appliances, putting their lives or skin. at risk. Keep detergents and care For appliances that have products out of the reach of reached the end of their service...
Environmental protection Information on energy and water ■ Environmental consumption: ~ Page 12 The displays provide information protection about the relative level of energy and o n m e n t a l E n v i r c t i p r o t e water consumption in the selected Packaging/used appliance...
Main points in brief Main points in brief M a i n p o i n t b r i e Connect the mains Open the door. To switch on, press Select a plug. Turn on the the # button. programme, e.g.
Getting to know the appliance Getting to know the appliance i n g G e t t k n o w t h e a n c e a p p l i Washing machine Detergent drawer ~ Page 25 Operating/display panel Door with door handle 9S Open the door...
Getting to know the appliance Control panel All the buttons are sensitive P Child lock (E 3 sec.) Note: (except for the main switch) and only to prevent the set functions from need to be pressed lightly. being changed accidentally: Press and hold the Ready in (ñ) + and - button at the same time for ( Main switch...
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Getting to know the appliance Further information Further information Programme progress: Switching off the appliance automatically: Prewash On OFF ~ Page 8, ~ Page 32 Washing Rinse à Spin - 0 - Programme end Programme end during Rinse Stop - P - Pause, e.g.
Laundry Some examples of soiling levels can Laundry be found on ~ Page 15 – Light: Do not prewash, select the L a u n d r y SpeedPerfect setting if Prepare the laundry necessary – Normal Caution! – Heavy: Load less laundry, select Damage to the appliance/fabrics a programme with prewash Foreign objects (e.g.
Detergent Saving energy and detergent Detergent For light and normal soiling, you can g e n t D e t e r save energy (lower washing Correct selection of detergent temperature) and detergent. The care label is crucial for selecting Saving Soiling/note the correct detergent, temperature and...
Overview of programmes Overview of programmes O v e r v i p r o g r a m m e s Programmes on the programme selector Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Programme name Max. load Brief explanation of the programme and for which fabrics it is Temperature that can be selected (Ž= suitable.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Max. 4 kg Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics Ž - 40 °C $, 0 - 1600** rpm EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, Prewash (T), Power rinse ('), Easy-Iron (p) Detergent è, fabric softener è Delicates / Silk Max.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Rinse / Spin Extra rinse/spin with selectable speed Note: . The Power rinse (') button is set by default for this $, 0 - 1600** rpm programme. If you require a spin cycle only, press the button to Easy-Iron (p) deactivate the function.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Allergy Plus Max. 7 kg/5* kg Hard-wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen Ž - 60 °C Note: . Particularly suited to washing items that need to be $, 0 - 1600** rpm hygienically clean and especially kind to sensitive skin thanks to EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, the longer wash cycle at a defined temperature, higher water...
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Sport Max. 2 kg Sportswear and leisurewear made from microfibre fabrics Ž - 40 °C Notes $, 0 - 800 rpm Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener. ■ EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, Before washing, clean the detergent drawer thoroughly (all ■...
Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Automatic 60° Max. 6 kg More intensive treatment of the laundry; 60 °C The degree of soiling and the type of fabric are automatically $, 1400 rpm detected and the washing sequence and intelligent dosage are adjusted accordingly.
Programme default settings The maximum speed that can be set Programme default depends on the model and programme that has been selected. settings P r o g r a m m e d e f a u l i n g s s e t t Ready in The default programme settings are...
Operating the appliance Prewash Operating the appliance For heavily soiled laundry. i n g O p e r a t t h e a n c e a p p l i Preparing the washing Notes If intelligent dosage is selected, the machine ■...
Operating the appliance The indicator light on the programme selector lights up and the default programme settings for the selected programme appear in the display panel. Temperature ■ Spin speed ■ The maximum load and the duration ■ of the programme (alternately) The A button indicator lamp flashes The indicator light for the i-DOS and the programme settings appear in...
Operating the appliance Pressing and holding the buttons Note: Note: Foam detection automatically runs through the setting If the Å symbol also lights up in the values until the last one. Then press the display panel, the washing machine has button again and you will be able to detected too much foam during the change the setting values again.
Operating the appliance Adding laundry Cancel the programme After starting the programme, you can For programmes at high temperatures: add or remove laundry if necessary. Press the A button. To cool down laundry: Select Rinse. Press the A button to do this. Press the A button.
Intelligent dosing system Wipe the rubber seal dry. ( Dispenser ß (1.3 l) for liquid ■ detergent 0 Dispenser i/ß (0.5 l) for fabric softener 8 Compartment v u for manual dosing ~ Page 31 Depending on the selected programme and settings, the optimum quantity of Leave the door and detergent ■...
Intelligent dosing system The display lights up if intelligent Filling the dispensers: ■ dosage has been selected for the The lids of the dispensers in the dispenser. detergent drawer are marked with the The display flashes if the fill level of ■...
Intelligent dosing system Basic settings Notes Reduce the basic dosage if using a ■ very concentrated detergent. The basic dosages are: If large amounts of foam are ■ For detergents – based on the repeatedly created during washing, ■ manufacturer’s recommendation for please check your basic dosage and average soiling and the respective dosage strength settings.
Appliance settings Manual dosage Dosing and adding detergent: Pull out the detergent drawer. For programmes that cannot be used with intelligent dosage, or if you would prefer to dose manually (in which case set intelligent dosage to "off" ö), add detergent to compartment v u.
Sensors Activating the setting mode With the programme selector in position 5, press the Ready in + or - button to switch the Drum Clean information Press the # button. signal on or off. The appliance is switched on and the Cottons programme is shown at position 1.
Cleaning and maintenance AquaSensor Prevent detergent residue from building up and odours from forming depending on the model by following these instructions: During the rinse cycle, the AquaSensor Notes checks the degree of turbidity (turbidity Ensure the room in which the ■...
Cleaning and maintenance i-DOS detergent draw and its Cleaning the dispensers/detergent drawer: housing The detergent drawer can be removed completely to allow you to Emptying the dispensers: clean to dispensers after you have The dispensers have emptying emptied them. outlets with removable sealing plugs a) Empty the dispensers before at the front.
Cleaning and maintenance The drain pump is blocked, emergency draining Warning Risk of scalding! When you wash at high temperatures, the water gets very hot. If you come into – Protect the rear drawer connector contact with the hot water, you may be against water, detergent or fabric- scalded.
Cleaning and maintenance Filter in the water supply blocked First, reduce the water pressure in the supply hose: Turn off the tap. Select any programme (except Rinse/Spin/Empty). Put the service flap back on, lock it Press the A button. Allow the into place and close it.
Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. F a u l t a n d w h a t a b o u t t h e m . Emergency release E.g. in the event of a power cut The programme continues when the power supply is restored.
Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Display Cause/Remedy - P - and ÿ The door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. - P - The temperature is too high. Wait until the temperature drops. ■...
Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy Water is leaking out. Attach the drain hose correctly or replace it. ■ Tighten the screw connection of the drain hose. ■ The machine is not filling Have you pressed the A button? ■...
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Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy The programme is taking Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an ■ longer than usual. imbalance by repeatedly distributing the laundry. Not a fault – the foam detection is system active – a rinse cycle has been ■...
After-sales service Faults Cause/Remedy - P - and ÿ appear in the The door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. display panel when the cycle is paused. If you cannot rectify a fault yourself (after switching the machine off and on again) or a repair is required: Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug.
Consumption rates Consumption rates C o n s u m p t i r a t e s Energy and water consumption, programme duration and residual moisture for the main washing programmes (approximate values) Programme Load Energy Water Programme consumption* consumption* duration* Cottons 20 °C...
Technical data Efficiency test programmes for cotton fabrics The following programmes (standard programmes, indicated by ü) are suitable for cleaning normally soiled cotton fabrics and are the most efficient with respect to combined energy and water consumption. Standard programmes for Cottons in accordance with the (EU) directive no. 1015/2010 Programme + temperature + button Load Approximate programme du-...
Positioning and connecting Useful tools Spirit level for aligning ■ Spanner with: ■ – WAF13 for loosening the transport braces, and – WAF17 for aligning the appliance feet Safety instructions Warning Risk of injury! The washing machine is very heavy. ■...
Positioning and connecting Installation surface Notes Recess width of 60 cm required. ■ The washing machine be stable Only install the washing machine Note: ■ so that it does not move around. underneath a continuous worktop The installation surface must be firm that is securely connected to ■...
Positioning and connecting Unscrew and remove all four Hose and cable lengths transport brace screws. Remove the sleeves. To do this, Left-hand connection ■ remove the mains cable from the holders. Insert the covers. Lock the covers firmly in place by applying pressure to the snap-in hooks.
Positioning and connecting Water inlet If the water pressure is higher than this, a pressure-reducing valve must be installed. Warning Danger of death! Connection There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components. Connect the water supply hose to the Do not immerse the Aqua-Stop safety tap (26.4 mm = ¾") and to the valve in water (it contains an electric...
Positioning and connecting Water outlet Connection Drainage into a washbasin Warning ■ Risk of scalding! When you are washing at high temperatures, there is a risk of scalding if you come into contact with hot water (e.g. when draining hot water into a washbasin).
Positioning and connecting Levelling Notes The mains voltage and voltage ■ Align the appliance using a spirit level. indicated on the washing machine (rating plate) are the same. Incorrect alignment may result in loud The connected load and fuse noises, vibrations and machine required are specified on the rating "movement".
Positioning and connecting Before washing for the first time The washing machine was thoroughly tested before leaving the factory. To remove any water that may be left over from the test, run the first wash cycle without any laundry. Notes The washing machine must be ■...
Positioning and connecting Transportation E.g. when moving house Caution! Risk of damage to the appliance caused by detergent/fabric softener leaking from the dispensers. Leaking detergent/fabric softener can Before switching on the appliance prevent the appliance from working again: correctly, e.g. due to damage to the Notes electronics.
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A call set-up fee of up 6 pence may apply.) 01450 2655 (0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute.) 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...