Bosch WFMC4301UC - Manual (Page 3)

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Congratulations!
The new washing machine you just
purchased is a modern, high quality
domestic appliance.
This modern washing machine cleans
your laundry using the most
sophisticated washing processes
to obtain superior cleaning results.
Excellent engineering and reliability
reduces operating costs significantly.
An easy operation philosophy, a variety
of customized washing programs and a
solid touch and feel makes this
appliance a userĆfriendly assistant in
your household.
It offers the following standard features:
- Low noise level for washing
and spinning.
- High door with pullĆlock (magnetic
door lock).
- Door opening 16 inches (41 cm),
quality sturdy hinge, opening angle
-180º.
- Drum capacity 17.6 lbs (8 kg) for
regular cotton.
Each washing machine which leaves
our factory has undergone a thorough
performance test and is in full working
condition. The appliance may contain
residual water due to the testing
procedures. If you have any questions
concerning installation of the washing
machine, our customer service will be
happy to advise you.
Further information and a selection of
our products can be found on our Web
site: www.boschappliances.com
Please read and follow these operating
and installation instructions along with
all other information enclosed with the
washing machine.
These operating and installation
instructions describe various models.
Differences are indicated in the
appropriate places.
The illustrations may show different
details than your washer.
Definitions
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WARNING
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WARNING - This indicates that
death or serious injuries may occur
as a result of nonĆobservance of this
warning.
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CAUTION
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CAUTION- This indicates that
injuries may occur as a result of
nonĆobservance of this warning.
CAUTION
CAUTION - This indicates that
damage may occur as a result of
nonĆobservance of this warning.
i This symbol is used to draw the
user's attention to important
matters.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
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To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, serious injury or death when
using your washing machine, follow
basic precautions, including the
following:
1. BOSCH washers are provided with
an Operating, Care and Installation
Instructions Manual. Read and
understand all instructions before
using the washing machine.
2. 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.
3. Do not add gasoline, dry cleaning
solvents, or other flammable or
explosive substances to the wash
water. These substances give off
vapors that could ignite or
explode.
4. 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.
5. Before the appliance is removed
from service or discarded, remove
the door and the power cord/plug.
6. Do not reach into the appliance if
the wash drum is moving.
7. Do not install or store this
appliance where it will be exposed
to the weather.
8. Do not tamper with the controls.
9. 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.
10. Always unplug the washing
machine from the power supply
before attempting any service.
Disconnect the power cord by
grasping the plug, not the cord.
11. 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.
12. 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.