Bosch WAQ28461GB Instruction Manual

7 - 90 °C

V (temp. ºC)

Select the temperature (

7 = cold)

1 - 24 h

(Ready in)

End of programme after ...

- 1400* (rpm)

Select the spin speed (* depending on the model) or

c(without final spin,

laundry soaks in the last rinsing water, display panel - - - )

Status displays

Programme sequence displays:

1üü2üü cü- ¯-

Wash, rinse, spin, programme duration or end (-0-)

(

Childproof lock

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Open the washing machine door, reload laundry

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End of programme when ...

... $Start/Reload flashes and

- ¯- appears on the display panel.

Note: If display panel lighting is switched off, press any button a Energy
saving mode, page 5.

Interrupting the programme

Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing: Select

Rinse /Spin .

– Press $

Start/Reload.

Programmes at lower temperatures:

– Select Rinse

/Spin (deactivate Aqua Plus

button) or

Drain >.

– Press $

Start/Reload.

Changing the programme if ...

... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
– Press $

Start/Reload. The new programme starts from the beginning.

Reloading laundry if ...

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... Press $Start/

Reload; both the symbols §

+ , are displayed on

the display panel. If

Ç¯ is lit, the washing machine door cannot be opened.

Press $

Start/Reload.

Correct installation according to the separate
installations actions.

Checking the machine

– Never use a damaged machine!
– Contact customer service!

Connecting the mains plug

Make sure your hands are dry!
Handle the plug only!

Turning on the tap

Compartment II: detergent for the main wash, water softener,

bleach, stain remover

Sorting and loading laundry

Follow the manufacturer's care information!

Sort laundry according to the label's indications.

And according to type, colour, soiling and temperature.

Do not exceed the maximum load aPage 7.

Observe important information! aPage 6

Wash laundry of different sizes in the same wash programme.

Close the door. Take care not to trap items of laundry between the washing machine door and

seal.

Add detergent and care products

Measure detergent according:

amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply company) and

manufacturer's instructions.

For models without insert for liquid detergent:

Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.

Your washing machine

Congratulations on having opted for a modern, high-quality domestic appliance
manufactured by Bosch. This washing machine is distinguished by its economical
energy consumption.
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly to ensure that it
functions properly and is in perfect condition.

For further information on our products, accessories, spares and services, consult our
website www.bosch-home.com or contact any of our customer service centres.

You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service here or in the after-
sales service directory (depending on model).
– GB 0844 8928979 (calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence

per minute. A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply)

– IE 01450 2655

Environmentally friendly waste disposal

All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with environmental guidelines.
This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/CE on the
waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and reuse of used
appliances.

Intended use

Contents

Page

Intended use .......................................................................................1

Programmes ........................................................................................1

Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3

Washing ...........................................................................................3/4

After washing ......................................................................................4

Individual settings ..........................................................................5/6

Important information ....................................................................... 6

Overview of programmes ................................................................7

Safety instructions .............................................................................8

Consumption values .........................................................................8

Care and cleaning .............................................................................9

Information on the display panel ....................................................9

Maintenance .................................................................................... 10

What to do if ... ................................................................................ 11

Protection of the environment/Conservation tips

– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of

laundry for the relevant programme.

– Wash normally soiled laundry without a pre-wash.
– Instead of Cottons LF90 °C, choose the programme

Cottons LF 60 °C with the additional function EcoPerfect

ć.

Comparable cleaning result was 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 spin speed

according to instructions of dryer manufacturer.

Preparation

Before the first wash,

run a wash cycle with no laundry in the machine

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Setting** and adjusting programmes

Display panel /
option buttons

Programme selector

Start /

Reload

Programme selector for
switching the machine on
and off and for selecting the
programme. Can be turned
in either direction.

Programmes

Detailed overview of programmes

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Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually,
irrespective of the selected programme and programme
progress.

Cottons LF

hard-wearing fabrics

+ Prewash 7

hard-wearing fabrics, prewash

Easy-Care I

synthetic fabrics

+ Prewash 7

synthetic fabrics, prewash

Mixed Load

Different types of laundry

Delicate/Silk

Delicate washable fabrics

ÿ Wool

Hand/machine washable wool

Rinse / Spin

Laundry washed by hand,

Aqua Plus

button acti-

vated; if only using the spin cycle, deactivate the but-
ton

Drain >

Drain rinsing water with

c(without final spin)

Gentle Spin

Laundry washed by hand with a reduced spin speed

Super Quick 15’ 6

Short programme

Dark Wash

Dark laundry

Super delicate

Lingery programme

Sportswear $

microfibre fabrics

Allergy+ ā

hard-wearing fabrics

**If the ( symbol flashes in the
display panel, the childproof lock is
active aDeactivate childproof lock,
page 5.

Additional functions and option
buttons aIndividual settings,
page 5.

Press $Start/Reload

Washing

Removing the washing

Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If

(without final spin) is active: turn the programme selector to Drain >

or select the spin speed.
Choose $

Start/Reload.

– Remove any foreign objects. Risk of rusting.
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent door open

so that any residual water can evaporate.

Turn the tap off

Not required for Aqua-Stop models aRefer to Installation instructions.

Switching off

Turn the programme selector to

Off.

Washing

Compartment ~: Fabric softener, bleach

Compartment I: Detergent for prewash

for domestic use only,

for washing machine-washable fabrics and
hand-washable wool in detergent solution,

to be operated with cold or cold and hot (max. 60 ºC)
drinking water, depending on model, and commercially
available detergents and care products which are suita-
ble for use in washing machines.

– Follow the safety instructions on page 8!
– 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.

Individual settings

Option buttons

You can change the spin speed and the temperature before the selected programme starts and while it is running. The
effects depend on the programme progress.

V (Temperature °C)

You can change the displayed washing temperature. The maximum selectable temperature depends on the current
programme.

(Ready in)

When you select the programme, the relevant programme duration is displayed. You can delay the end of the
programme before it begins. The ready in-time can be set in increments of one hour up to a maximum of 24 hours.
Press the

(Ready in) button until the required number of hours is displayed (h = hour). Choose $Start/Reload.

(spin speed in rpm/ (without final spin))

You can change the displayed spin speed. The maximum selectable spin speed depends on the model and which
programme is currently selected.

Additional functions

aOverview of programmes, page 7

SpeedPerfect i

For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to that of the
standard programme. Maximum load

aOverview of programmes, page 7.

EcoPerfect

For saving energy with a washing performance comparable to that of the standard
programme.

Reduced Ironing S

Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin: residual moisture in
the laundry slightly increased.

Aqua Plus =

Increased water level and additional rinse cycle, extended washing time. For areas
with very soft water or for further enhancing the spin result.

Childproof lock

(in the display panel

You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have set from being
changed inadvertently.
ON/OFF: after the start/end of the programme, press and hold $Start/Reload for
approx. 5 seconds.
Note: The childlock can remain activated until you wish to start the next programme,
even after switching off the machine.
Then you can deactivate the childlock before starting the programme and activate it
again as necessary once the programme has started.
Note:
– The ( symbolis lit: Childlock active.
– The ( symbolflashes: Childlock active and then the programme selector is altered.

To prevent the programme from stopping, move the programme selector back to
the original programme, the ( symbol is lit again.

Reloading

§ + o,
in the display panel

Press $ Start/

Reload if you want to add additional items of laundry after the

programme has started. The machine checks whether reloading is possible.
§ + , are lit: reloading is possible.

Ç¯ flashes: wait until § + , are lit.
Note: do not open the door until

both the §

+ , symbols are lit.

Ç¯: it is not possible to reload.
Note: for safety reasons, the washing machine door remains locked when the water
level and/or temperature is high, or during spinning.
To continue the programme, press the $

Start/Reload button.

Energy saving mode

The display panel lighting goes out after a few minutes, $

Start/Reload flashes. Press any button to switch on the

lighting.

$Start/Reload

To start the programme or to subsequently load additional laundry, and to activate/deactivate the childproof lock.

Individual settings

Signal

Important information

Protecting the laundry and the machine

– When determining the dosage of all washing powders, additives and cleaning agents, you must follow the

manufacturer's instructions..

– Empty all pockets
– Check for metal items (paper-clips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in a laundry bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag.

Laundry with varying degrees of soiling

Wash new items of clothing separately.

light

Do not prewash. If required, choose the additional function

SpeedPerfect. i

Pre-treat any stains as necessary.

intense wash

Load less laundry. Choose a programme with a prewash.

Soaking

Load laundry of the same colour.

Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment

II in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Turn the

programme selector to

Cottons LF30 °C and press $ Start/Reload. After approx. 10 minutes, press $Start/

Reload to pause the programme. Once the required soaking time has elapsed, press $Start/Reload again to
continue the programme, or select a different programme.

Starch

Laundry should not be treated with fabric softener.

Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour the starch in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions into fabric softener compartment

~ (rinse first if necessary).

Dyeing / Bleaching

Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stainless steel. Always follow the dye
manufacturer's instructions. Do

not use the washing machine for bleaching clothes.

Insert for liquid detergent

depending on model

Position the insert for dispensing liquid detergent:
– Remove the detergent drawer completely

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– Slide the insert forwards and click into place.
Do not use the insert (slide upwards): for gel detergents and washing powder,
for programmes with

+ Prewash 7and end time option.

Set to

1 step, the
display panel
lights up

press and
hold

1 step, release

set to

setting the
volume*

1 step

* if necessary, select the
function several times

1. Activating the mode

for setting the signal
volume

2. Setting the volume

for...

direct

Button signals

Information signals

All buttons are sensitive and need
only to be touched lightly. Press and
hold the (Ready in) option button
for an automatic run through all
setting options.

Additional

functions

Detergent drawer with
compartments I, II, ~

Door

Drum

Control panel

Service door

Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model)

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Do not switch on the washing machine until you have read these
instructions and the separate Installation instructions!