Bosch Appliances Washer/Dryer WAP24201UC User Manual

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In the event of a power interruption the program will 

continue running when the power supply has been 

restored. 
If the washer door must be opened and the normal door 

unlock procedures do not work, the emergency door 

lock release rod can be actuated to open the door.

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RISK OF SCALDING
To avoid risk of scalding, allow water to cool down 

prior to activating the emergency door lock release. 

The drum may be full of hot water which could 

cause burn injury,

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RISK OF INJURY
You may injure your hands if you reach into the 

drum while it is turning.
Do not reach into the drum when it is turning. Wait 

until the drum has stopped turning.

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WATER DAMAGE
Any escaping water may cause water damage.
Do not open the washing machine door if water can 

be seen through the glass.

Turn the washer off by rotating the cycle selector to the 

Off position. Any running program will then be 

cancelled. Disconnect the mains plug.

Allow the water in the drum to cool off.

Allow the washer drum to come to a stand still (no 

longer spinning).

Before opening the washer door, perform the drain 

procedure included in the pump maintenance section 

following. 
~ Cleaning the drain pump; Page 27

Loosen screws and remove the protective foil.

The washing machine door can then be opened.
Pull the emergency release downwards with a tool and 

release.

The door can then be opened.

If you encounter a problem, consider the suggestions 

and instructions below before you call customer service.

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ELECTRIC SHOCK
To avoid risk of electric shock, repairs should be 

carried out by an authorized technician.

If repairs are necessary and you cannot eliminate the 

fault with the aid of the table below, follow these steps:

Turn the cycle selector to Off.

Disconnect the washer from the power outlet.

Turn off the water faucet.

Call Customer Service. 
~ Customer service; Page 4

NOTICE:  The troubleshooting items listed below can 

help you resolve minor issues with your washer quickly 

and without the necessity of waiting for a service call.
Service calls for issues that could have been solved by