Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model), page 10.
Compartment II: detergent for main wash,
water softener, bleach, stain remover
Your washing machine Intended use
Contents Page
ʋ Intended use ...................................................................................... 1
ʋ Programmes ...................................................................................... 1
ʋ Setting and adjusting the programme .......................................... 3
ʋ Washing ..........................................................................................3/4
ʋ After washing ..................................................................................... 4
ʋ Individual settings ......................................................................... 5/6
ʋ Overview of programmes ................................................................ 7
ʋ Safety instructions ............................................................................. 8
ʋ Consumption values ......................................................................... 8
ʋ Important information ...................................................................... 9
ʋ Insert for liquid detergent .............................................................. 10
ʋ Care ...................................................................................................10
ʋ Information on the display panel .................................................10
ʋ Instructions for blockages .............................................................11
ʋ What to do if ... .................................................................................12
ʋ Emergency release ..........................................................................13
ʋ After-sales service............................................................................13
Environmental protection/Conservation tips
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of laundry for the relevant
programme.
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a prewash.
– Instead of LFCottons 90 °C, select the LFCottons 60 °C programme along
with the additional j EcoPerfect function. Comparable cleaning with significantly
lower energy consumption.
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's instructions and water
hardness.
– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select the appropriate spin speed
according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Preparation
Before washing for the first time
Wash once without any laundry a page 9.
Setting** and adjusting programmes
1
2
Washing
Compartment ~: fabric softener, starch
Compartment I: detergent for Prewash
ʋ For domestic use only
ʋ for machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool
in detergent solution,
ʋ To be operated with cold mains water and commercially
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.
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with
water. This prevents blockages.
Detergent drawer
with compartments I, II, ~
Controlpanel
Washing machine
doorhandle
Service flap
Washing machine door
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
**If the symbol flashes on the
display panel, the Childlock is active
a To deactivate, see page 5.
Additional functions and options buttons
a Individual settings, page 5.
Press $ Start/Reload
Washing
Programme has ended when ...
... $ Start/Reload is off and appears in the display panel.
Cancel the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
– To cool the laundry down: Select Rinse.
– Select $ Start/Reload.
Programmes at lower temperatures:
– Select Spin or >Drain.
– Select $ Start/Reload.
Change the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
– Select $ Start/Reload. The new programme starts from scratch.
Reloading laundry, if ... a page 5
$ Start/Reload is selected, and then YES lights up in the display panel
and $ Start/Reload flashes. If NO lights up, the door cannot be
opened.
Do not leave the washing machine door open for a prolonged
period, as water from the laundry could leak out.
Select $ Start/Reload.
Individual settings
ʑ
Options buttons
The spin speed and temperature can be changed before and during the selected programme
runs. Effects depend on the programme progress.
ʑ
°C(Temperature )
The washing temperature displayed can be modified. The maximum washing temperature
that can be selected depends on the programme that has been set.
ʑ
(Finished in)
When you select the programme, the relevant programme duration is displayed. You can
delay the start of the programme before it begins. The “Finished in“ time can be set in
increments of one hour up to a maximum of 24 hours. Press the button repeatedly until
the desired number of hours is displayed (h = hours). Select $ Start/Reload.
ʑ
(Spin speed) / c(Rinse Hold = no Final spin)
You can change the spin speed displayed or select c(Rinse Hold = no Final spin, laundry
remains in the water after the final rinse display panel). The maximum selectable spin
speed depends on the model and on which programme is currently selected.
ʑ
Additional functions a and overview of programmes, page 7
i SpeedPerfect Washes in a shorter time but with a washing outcome comparable to
that of the standard programme. Maximum load a Overview of
programmes, page 7.
j EcoPerfect For saving energy with a washing performance comparable to that of
the standard programme.
S (Easy-iron) Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle Final spin at
reduced speed - residual moisture in the laundry slightly increased.
= (Aqua Plus)
Increased water level. Gentler treatment of the laundry..
ʑ
Childproof lock and reloading
Childlock/
appliance lock
You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have
set from being changed inadvertently.
Activation/Deactivation: After the programme has started/finished,
press and hold $ Start/Reload for 5 seconds.
Note: the Childlock remains activated until the start of the next
programme, even after the machine has been switched off.
Then deactivate the Childlock after the machine has been switched
back on.
YES
Reload
If you want to add subsequent items of laundry after the programme
has started, press $ Start/Reload. The machine checks whether
reloading is possible.
If YES lights up and $ Start/Reload flashes, reloading is possible.
NO flashing: wait until YES lights up.
Note: do not open the door until YES lights up.
NO: reloading not possible.
Note: for safety reasons, the washing machine door remains locked
when the water level and/or temperature is high, or during a spin
cycle.
To continue the programme, press $ Start/Reload.
Programme selector for
switching the machine on and
off and for selecting the
programme. Can be turned in
either direction.
All buttons are sensitive and
need only to be touched lightly.
If you press and hold the
(Finished in)option button,
the appliance automatically
runs through the settings
options.
3
Programmes
Detailed overview of programmes a page 7.
Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually,
depending on the selected programme and programme
progress.
Cottons LF Hard-wearing fabrics
+ Prewash Hard-wearing fabrics, prewash at 30 °C
Easy-Care I Easy-care fabrics
+ Prewash Easy-care fabrics, prewash at 30 °C
Mix Load K\ Different types of laundry
Delicate/Silk Delicate washable fabrics
Wool :ø Hand/machine-washable wool
Rinse Extra rinse with Spin
Spin Extra spin with selectable spin speed
Drain > Drain the rinsing water when c is activated
(Rinse Hold = no Final spin)
Gentle Spin Extra spin with reduced spin speed
SuperQuick 15’ @ SuperQuick programme
Sensitive Hard-wearing fabrics, longer washing and
additional rinsing for particularly sensitive skin
Sportsware $ Fabrics made from microfibre
Dark Wash K Dark-coloured fabrics
Switch off the appliance
Turn the programme selector to Off.
Turn the tap off
Not required for AquaStop models a Installation instructions, page 7.
Remove the washing
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If (Rinse Hold) = no Final spin is active: Turn the programme selector
to >Drain or cSpin. Select spin speed where 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.
Congratulations - you have opted for a modern, high-quality
domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. This washing machine
is distinguished by 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 further information about products, accessories, spare parts and
services visit our web site www.bosch-home.com or contact our
after-sales service centres.
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Overview of programmes a Check the consumption values table on page 8 and the instructions on page 9.
* reduced load with additional i SpeedPerfect function.
For a short programme, cK\Mix Load40 °C with max. spin speed is ideal.
Programmes with no prewash - place detergent into compartment II, programmes with prewash - divide detergent between compartments I and II.
Programmes °C max.
Type of laundry
Additional functions; options; notes
Cottons LF
: - 90 °C
8 kg/
5 kg*
Hard-wearing fabrics, heat-resistant fabrics
made of cotton or linen
i SpeedPerfect*, j EcoPerfect, S (Reduced-Ironing), =(Aqua
Plus), c (Rinse Hold)
+ Prewash
Sensitive : - 60 °C Hard-wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen
i SpeedPerfect*, j EcoPerfect, S (Reduced-Ironing), =(Aqua
Plus), c (Rinse Hold); for particularly sensitive skin, longer washing at the
selected temperature, higher water level, extra rinse
Easy-Care I
: - 60 °C
3.5 kg
Easy-care fabrics made of cotton, linen,
synthetic fibres or blended fabrics
i SpeedPerfect, j EcoPerfect, S (Reduced-Ironing), =(Aqua
Plus), c(Rinse Hold)
+ Prewash
Mix Load K\ : - 40 °C Fabrics made of cotton or easy-care fabrics
i SpeedPerfect, j EcoPerfect, S (Reduced-Ironing), =(Aqua
Plus), c(Rinse Hold); different types of laundry can be washed together
Dark Wash K :c- 40 °C
Dark-coloured fabrics made of cotton and dark
easy-care fabrics
i SpeedPerfect, j EcoPerfect, S (Reduced-Ironing), =(Aqua
Plus),c (Rinse Hold); reduced rinsing and Final spin
Delicate/Silk : - 40 °C
2 kg
For delicate, washable fabrics, e.g. made of silk,
satin, synthetic fibres or blended fabrics (e.g.
curtains)
i SpeedPerfect, j EcoPerfect, S (Reduced-Ironing), =(Aqua
Plus),cc(Rinse Hold); no spin cycles between the rinse cycles
Wool : : - 40 °C
Hand or machine-washable fabrics made of wool
or containing wool
c(Rinse Hold); particularly gentle wash programme that prevents the laun-
dry from shrinking, longer programme breaks (fabrics rest in the detergent
solution)
SuperQuick 15’ @ : - 40 °C
Easy-care fabrics made of cotton, linen,
synthetic fibres or blended fabrics
c(Rinse Hold); short programme, approx. 15 minutes,
suitable for lightly soiled laundry
Sportsware $ : - 40 °C Fabrics made from microfibre
i SpeedPerfect, j EcoPerfect, S (Reduced-Ironing), =(Aqua
Plus), c(Rinse Hold)
Additional programmes Rinse, Spin, >Drain, cGentle Spin
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