Bosch WAS20160UC - Manual (Page 2)

Washing machine
Operating instructions
en
Read these instructions before switching on the washing machine!
Also follow the separate Installation instructions.
Follow the safety instructions on pages 11/12!
Care
Machine housing, control panel
- Wipe with soft, moist cloth.
- Do not use any scouring cleaning agent.
- Remove residues of detergent and cleaning agent immediately.
- Absolutely no cleaning with water jet.
Clean dispensing drawer ...
... when there are detergent or fabric softener residues.
1. Pull out, press dispenser down, completely remove.
Removing dispenser: Press the dispenser up from below with your finger.
2. Clean dispensing shell and dispenser with water and brush and dry off.
3. Set in dispenser and click in (stick the cylinder on the guide pin).
4. Push in dispensing drawer.
Leave dispensing drawer open, so that remaining water can dry.
Washing drum
Leave the loading door open so that the drum can dry.
Rust spots - use chlorineĆfree cleaner, no steel wool.
Descalingą No laundry in the machine!
Not necessary if proper amount of detergent used. In case it is needed follow the descaling
agent manufacturer's instructions.
Dispenser for liquid detergent depending on model
Positioning the dispenser for dosing of liquid detergent:
- Completely remove dispensing drawer -> Page 8.
- Push dispenser forwards.
Not using dispenser (push up):
- for gelĆtype detergent and powder detergent.
Warranty
Suds discharge pump
Set cycle selector to Off, unplug from power supply.
1. Open service door and remove.
2. Loosen screws and remove protective foil.
3. Remove emptying hose from the holder.Take off cap, let
sudsy water drain out. Replace cap.
4. Carefully unscrew pump cap (remaining water).
5. Clean interior, threads of the pump cap and pump housing (pump impeller
must be able to be turned).
6. Replace pump cap and screw on tightly, handle is
vertical. Replace emptying hose in the holder.
7. Screw on protective foil.
8. Replace service door and close.
To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the outlet during the next wash:
Pour 1 liter of water into dispenser II and start Drain cycle.
Screen in water supply
Release water pressure in the supply hose:
1. Close water tap!
2. Select desired cycle (except for Spin/Drain ).
3. Select Start/Pause. Let cycle run approx. 40 seconds.
4. Set cycle selector to Off. Unplug from main power supply!
Cleaning screen:
1. Remove hose from water faucet.
- Rinse the strainers under flowing water.
- Remove hoses on the rear,
take out screen with pliers and clean.
2. Replace hose and check for leaks.
What to do if ...
F Water is running out. - Fasten drain hose correctly / replace.
- Tighten the screw conniption of the supply hose.
F No water supply running in.
Detergent not rinsed. - Start/Pause not selected?
- Water tap not opened?
- Screen possibly clogged? Clean screen -> Page 9.
- Supply hose kinked or pinched?
F The loading door will not
open. - Safety function active. Cycle interrupted? -> Page 4.
- No final spin (spin stop = without final spin) selected?
-> Page 4.
- Opening only possible using emergency unlock? -> Page 6
F Cycle does not start. - Start/Pause selected?
- Loading door closed?
F Sudsy water is not pumped
out. - Clean pump -> Page 9.
- Clean drain pipe and/or drain hose.
F Water cannot be seen in
drum. - No malfunction - Water is below visible area.
F Spin results not satisfactory. - Wash small and large items together.
- Reduced ironing selected? -> Page 5.
- Selected speed too slow? -> Page 3.
F Spinning several times. - No malfunction - Imbalance control system equalizes
imbalance.
F D ispenser 2 not completely
rinsed out.
- Remove dispenser. Clean dispenser drawer and dispenser
-> Page 8.
F Odor in washing machine. - Perform Regular/Cotton Hot cycle without adding laundry.
Also use detergent.
F Foam comes out of the
dispenser drawer. - Too much detergent added?
Mix 1 tablespoon fabric softener with ½ liter water and put
into disperser II of the dispenser drawer.
- Too much soap or non - HE soap used?
Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric conditioner with 1 pt ( ½ liter) of
water and pour into detergent dispenser II.
- Reduce amount of detergent for next wash cycle.
F Strong odor, vibrations and
"walking" during spinning. - Are machine feet fixed?
Secure machine feet -> Installation instructions Page 5.
- Shipping lock removed?
Remove shipping lock -> Installation instructions Page 3.
F Display lamps not functioning
during operation. - Power outage?
- Fuse blown? Flip / replace fuse.
- If the malfunction happens repeatedly, call customer service.
F Cycle runs longer than usual. - No malfunction - Imbalance control system equalizes
imbalance by frequent distribution of the wash.
- No malfunction - Foam control system is active - a rinse
cycle is turned on.
F Detergent residue on the
laundry. - Some phosphateĆfree detergents contain water insoluble
residues.
- Select Refresh or brush off the laundry after washing.
F Start/Pause blinks very fast
and a signal sounds in Pause
condition. - Water level too high. Adding laundry not possible. If
necessary close loading door immediately.
- Select Start/Pause to continue the cycle.
F If a malfunction cannot be repaired by yourself or if a repair is necessary:
- Set cycle selector to Off and remove the plug from main power supply.
- Close water tap and call customer service -> Page 13.
Important Safety instructions
d WARNING d
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death when using your washing To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death when using your washing
machine, follow basic precautions, including the following:
- BOSCH washers are provided with an Operating, Care and Installation Instructions Manual.
Read and understand all instructions before using the washing machine.
- Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned, washed, soaked, or spotted with gasoline,
dry cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
- Do not add gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash
of water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
- Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been
used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been
used for this length of time, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow out of each faucet for
several minutes before using the washing machine. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas.
As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame while carrying out this procedure.
- Caused by detergents containing solvents, e.g. stain remover/ items of washing pretreated with
solvent naphtha may result in an explosion after being loaded into the washing machine. Before
hand thoroughly rinse items of washing by hand.
- Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door and the power
cord/plug.
- Do not reach into the appliance if the wash drum is moving.
- Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
- Do not use bleach. Hazardous fumes can form.
- Do not tamper with the controls.
- Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any service unless specifically
recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out.
- Always unplug the washing machine from the power supply before attempting any service.
Disconnect the power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.
- To reduce the risk of fire, clothes, cleaning rags, mop heads and the like which have traces of any
flammable substance, such as vegetable oil, cooking oil, petroleum based oils or distillates, waxes,
fats, etc., must not be placed in the washing machine. These items may contain flammable
substances which, even after washing, may smoke or catch fire.
- Do not machine wash fiberglass materials (such as curtains and window coverings that use
fiberglass materials). Small particles may remain in the washing machine and stick to fabrics in
subsequent wash loads causing skin irritation.
- When children become old enough to operate the appliance, it is legal responsibility of the parents or
legal guardians to ensure that they are instructed in safe practices by qualified persons.
- Do not allow children to play on or with appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when
the appliance is used near children.
- Keep pets away from the washing machine.
- Do not insert/pull out the power plug with wet hands.
- Do not touch the door if washing at high temperatures.
- Use caution when draining hot water.
- Do not climb onto the washing machine and lean on the open door.
- Do not sit or stand on the top of the washing machine.
- T o reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, DO NOT use an extension cord or an adapter to
connect the washing machine to the power supply.
- The washing machine must only be used for its intended purpose.
Important Safety instructions
- Always follow the fabric care instructions recommended by the clothing manufacturer.
- Do not use the washing machine if it has a worn power cord or loose plug. Contact an authorized
service agent.
- Make sure that all water connections to the washing machine have shutĆoff valve(s) and are readily
accessible. Close the washing machine water shutĆoff valve(s) at the end of each wash day.
- Check the fill hose connections on a regular basis to ensure that they are tight and not leaking.
- Always read and follow the instructions of the manufacturer of the detergent(s), cleaning aid(s), fabric
softener(s) and static eliminator(s) which you are using. Heed all warnings and precautions.
- Store all laundry chemicals and aids in a cool dry place according to the manufacturers' instructions.
- To reduce the risk of poisoning or chemical burns, keep all cleaning products out of the reach of
children.
- Do not operate the washing machine if any guards, panels and/or fasteners except transport fixing
bolts have been removed.
Check the fill hose connections on a regular basis to ensure that they are tight and not leaking.
- Do not operate the washing machine if parts are missing or broken.
- Do not bypass any safety devices.
- To avoid floor damage and mold growth, do not let spills or splashes cause standing water around
or under the appliance.
- Do not operate this washing machine until you are sure that:
a. the washing machine has been installed according to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
b. all water, drain, power and grounding connections are in compliance with all local regulations
and/or other applicable regulations and requirements.
- Failure to install, maintain and/or operate the washing machine according to the manufacturer's
instructions may result in injury and/or damage.
- Check the fill hose connections on a regular basis to ensure that they are tight and not leaking.
- Removing any panel, including the service panel in the front can expose sharp edges and points,
electrical connections and hot surfaces.
- To avoid damage to the door, do not push against the door when moving the unit. Precautions
should be taken to avoid damage to the floor.
- The water connections should be made and tested before electrical power is applied to the machine.
Notes:
- The IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and WARNINGS indicated in this manual do not cover all possible
conditions which may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when installing, conditions which may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when installing,
maintaining or operating the washing machine.
- Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or the manufacturer about any problems or
conditions that you do not understand.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
- This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electric current. This
appliance is equipped with a cord that has an equipmentĆgrounding conductor and a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
- Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in electric shock. Connect to
individual Branch Circuit. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to
whether the washer is properly grounded. DO NOT modify the plug provided with the appliance ć
if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
- KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
In case of change of ownership, manual should be conveyed with the washer.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Statement of warranties for Bosch
washing machines
The warranties provided by BSH Home Appliances (''Bosch'') in this Statement of Warranties apply
only to Bosch washing machines sold to the first using purchaser by Bosch or its authorized dealers,
retailers or service centers in the United States or Canada. The Warranties provided herein are not
transferable.
1 Year Full Limited Warranty
From Date of Installation* Bosch will repair or replace, free of charge, any component part that proves defective
under conditions of normal home use, labor and shipping costs included. Warranty
repair service must be performed by an authorized Bosch Service Center (excluded
cosmetic parts).
2 Year Limited Warranty
From Date of Installation* Bosch will provide replacement parts, free of charge, for any component part that
proves defective under conditions of normal home use, shipping costs included, labor
charges excluded.
2 Year Limited Warranty on
Electronics
From Date of Installation* Bosch will repair or replace, free of charge, any microprocessor or printed circuit board
that proves defective under conditions of normal home use for the first two years from
the date of original installation, labor charges excluded.
2 Year Limited Warranty on
Motor
From Date of Installation* Bosch will repair or replace, free of charge, any motor or component part of the motor
that proves defective under conditions of normal home use for the first two years from
the date of original installation, labor charges excluded.
* Date of installation shall refer to the earlier date the washing machine is installed or ten business days after the delivery
date.
1. This warranty does not cover service calls or repairs to correct the installation of the washing
machine, to provide instructions on the use of your washing machine, to replace house fuses
or correct plumbing or the electric wiring in your home or to repair any washing machine that is
used in a manner other than what is normal and customary for home use.
2. In addition, the warranties provided in this Statement exclude any defects or damage arising
from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, improper installation, unauthorized service work,
external forces beyond Bosch's control, such as fire, flood, and other acts of God, or
installation not in accordance with local electrical and plumbing codes. Labor charges incurred
in the repair or replacement of any washing machine after a period of one year from date of
installation shall not be covered by this warranty.
3. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. BOSCH DOES NOT
ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.TO
OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE. CONTACT THE NEAREST BOSCH AUTHORIZED SERVICE
OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE. CONTACT THE NEAREST BOSCH AUTHORIZED SERVICE
CENTER OR CALL 1Ć800Ć944Ć2904 OR WRITE TO:
BSH HOME APPLIANCES
ATTN. SERVICE
5551 MC FADDEN AVE.
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92649
4. BE SURE TO PROVIDE YOUR WASHING MACHINE MODEL NUMBER, SERIAL NUMBER,
PURCHASE DATE , THE SELLER'S NAME AND ADDRESS, DATE PROBLEM OCCURRED,
EXPLANATION OF PROBLEM, DAYTIME TELEPHONE NUMBER WHERE YOU CAN BE
REACHED AND A COPY OF THE SALES INVOICE.
Ć Risk of electric shock!
Unplug from main power supply!
Ć Danger of explosion! No solvents!
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Ć Danger of scalding!
Let sudsy water cool down!
Ć Close water tap!
158 F°
max .
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