Bosch WAY28790GC Specification sheet

en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions
Washing machine
WAY28790GC

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Your new washing machine
You have chosen a Bosch washing machine.
Please take a few minutes to read and become familiar with the
advantages of your washing machine.
To meet the high quality demands required by Bosch, every
washing machine that leaves our factory is carefully checked to
ensure that it functions correctly and is in perfect condition.
For more information on our products, accessories, replacement
parts and services, see our website www.bosch-home.com or
contact our after-sales service centres.
If the operating and installation instructions describe different
models, any differences will be pointed out at the relevant points
in the text.
Read these operating and installation instructions before
switching on the washing machine.
Display rules
mWarning!
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly
dangerous situation. Not heeding the warning can cause death
or injuries.
mCaution!
This signal word indicates a possibly dangerous situation. Not
heeding the caution can cause property and/or environmental
damage.
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Information about the optimum use of the appliance/any other
useful information.
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Contents enInstruction Manual and Installation Instructions
Before washing
ØIntended use 4
ØSafety instructions 5
ØProtection of the environment 7
ØThe main points in brief 8
ØGetting to know your appliance 9
ØDetergent drawer 10
ØOperating elements/Display elements 11
Operating the appliance
ØBefore each washing 12
ØWashing 18
ØAfter washing 21
ØProgramme overview 22
ØProgramme settings/options 27
ØAutomatic stain treatment 29
ØConsumption values 30
ØAppliance settings 31
ØSensors – Your washing machine is so intelligent 32
Cleaning and maintenance
ØCare and maintenance 33
ØEmergency release 37
ØInformation on the display panel 38
ØFaults, what to do? 39
ØCustomer service 41
Installing the appliance
ØStandard accessories 42
ØInstallation 44
ØRemove transportation protection devices 47
ØConnecting the water 49
ØAlignment 52
ØElectrical connection 53
ØBefore the 1st washing 54
ØTransportation, e.g. if moving house 55
Index 56

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Before washing
Intended use
ØFor use in the household only.
ØThe washing machine is suitable for washing machine-
washable textiles and hand-washable wool in wash liquor.
ØThe washing machine is suitable to be operated with cold
drinking water and commercially available detergents and
care products which are suitable for use in washing
machines.
ØWhen dosing all detergents, cleaning aids, cleaning products
and cleaning agents, always follow the manufacturer's
instructions.
ØThe washing machine may be operated by children from 8
years of age, by persons who have limited physical, sensory
or mental abilities and by persons who have inadequate
experience or knowledge, provided they are supervised or
have been instructed by a responsible person.
ØKeep pets away from the washing machine!
Read and follow the operating and installation instructions and all
other information enclosed with the washing machine.
Retain documents for subsequent use.

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Safety instructions
mWarning!
Danger of death from electric shock!
Danger of death if live parts are touched.
– Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord.
– Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only.
mWarning!
Risk to children!
– Do not leave children unsupervised near the washing machine.
– Children must not play with the washing machine.
– This will prevent children from locking themselves in and
suffocating.
On redundant appliances:
– Pull out the mains plug!
– Sever the power cord and discard together with the plug.
– Destroy the lock on the washing-machine door.
– Children must not perform any cleaning or maintenance work
without supervision.
– When playing, children may become entangled in the
packaging/film and packaging parts or pull them over their
heads and suffocate.
Keep packaging, plastic film and packaging parts out of the reach
of children.
– When washing at high temperatures, the glass of the washing
machine door becomes hot.
Prevent children from touching the hot washing machine door.
– Detergents and care products may cause intoxication if
consumed or eye and skin irritation if touched.
Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children.
mWarning!
Risk of explosion!
Items of washing pretreated with solvent detergents, e.g. stain
remover/petroleum ether, may cause an explosion when the
washing machine has been loaded.
Before hand thoroughly rinse items of washing by hand.

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mCaution!
Danger of scalding!
When washing at high temperatures, you may be scalded if you
touch the hot wash liquor (e.g. if draining hot wash liquor into a
washbasin or if draining the washing machine in an emergency).
Allow detergent solution to cool down.
mCaution!
Risk of damaging appliance!
–Cover plate may break!
Do not climb on the washing machine.
–Opened washing machine door may break off or washing
machine may overturn!
Do not lean on the open washing machine door.
mCaution!
Danger when reaching into/gripping the rotating drum!
If you reach into the rotating drum, you may injure your hands.
Do not grip the rotating drum. Wait until the drum stops rotating.
mCaution!
Risk of coming into contact with liquid detergents/care products!
If the detergent drawer is opened while the washing machine is
running, detergent/care product may spray out.
Caution when opening the detergent drawer.
In case of eye/skin contact, rinse thoroughly.
If accidentally swallowed, seek medical advice.

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Protection of the environment
Packaging/Old appliance
Hints and tips
ØUtilise the maximum amount of washing for the particular
programme.
ØWash normally soiled washing without Pre-wash.
ØEnergy saving mode: The display panel light goes out after
several minutes, Start/Reload Aflashes. To activate the
light, select any button.
The energy-saving mode is not activated if a programme is
running.
ØThe selectable temperatures apply to the care labels on the
textiles. The temperatures in the machine may deviate from
this so that you get the optimum mix of energy-saving and
washing results.
ØAutomatic switch off: If the appliance is not operated for a
prolonged period, it automatically switches off before the
programme starts and when the programme has ended to
save energy. Switch on by pressing main switch # button.
ØIf the washing is then dried in the tumble dryer, select spin
speed according to the instructions of the dryer
manufacturer.
)Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive
2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic
appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE).
The guideline determines the framework for the return and
recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.

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The main points in brief
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Insert mains plug.
Turn the tap on.
Open the washing
machine door.
To switch on, press
the #button.
Select the
programme, e.g.
Cottons.
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Dosage: 30% ¼
Please load laundry: max. 8kg
Sort the washing. Insert the washing. Do not exceed maximum load.
3@ @
Dosage: 70% ¼
Please load laundry: max. 8kg
Open the detergent
drawer.
Dose detergent according to dosing
recommendation.
Close the washing
machine door.
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If required, change programme settings of the selected programme and
select programme settings/options.
Select
Start/Reload A.
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vFinished, remove washing
End of the programme For switching the
machine on, press
the # button.
Turn off the mains
supply (for models
without Aqua-Stop).

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Detergent drawer
Dispenser IDetergent for prewash
Dispenser iSoftener, starch. Do not exceed the maximum load.
Dispenser II Detergent for main wash, water softener, bleach,
stain remover
Insert Afor dosing liquid detergent (not for all models)
For models with insert for liquid detergent:
The detergent drawer features an insert which is used as a dosing aid for liquid detergent.
²Do not use insert:
– For gel-like detergents and washing powders.
– For programmes with Prewash or Finished in 3option.
Position insert for dosing liquid detergent:
Completely remove detergent drawer.
Push insert forwards.
For models without insert for liquid detergent:
Dose liquid detergent according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Operating elements/Display elements
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²All buttons are sensitive, they only need to be touched gently.
iSwitch on and off the appliance. Press
the #main switch button.
jSelect a programme. Rotating the in
either direction is possible. Programme
Overview, refer to ~Page 22
Change programme settings of the selected
programme and select programme options:
kSelect Temperature s, Spin Speed 0,
Finished in 3buttons and change.
~Page 16, ~Page 27
lSelect EcoPerfect ¦or
SpeedPerfect (. ~Page 16,
~Page 27
mSelect Anti-Stain System xbutton for
stain selection. ~Page 17
Overview of all stains ~Page 29
nSelect Options ²button for additional
programme options. ~Page 17
Overview of all options ~Page 28
oStart wash programme.
Start/Reload Abutton to start,
interrupt and cancel the programme (e.g.
reload washing).
pChange appliance settings. Select
basic settings 3 sec. buttons for
appliance settings (end signal, button
signal, language, autom. switch off) for
approx. 3 seconds. See Overview of all
settings. ~Page 31
qDisplay panel for settings and
information.

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Operating the appliance
Before each washing
²–Install and connect washing machine properly. Refer
to ~Page 44
– Before the 1st wash, wash once without any washing.
~Page 54
1. Preparing the washing
Sorting the washing according to:
ØType of fabric/fibre.
ØColour.
ØSoiling.
ØFollow manufacturer’s care information.
ØCare label specifications:
Protecting the washing and the machine:
²– When dosing all detergents, cleaning aids, cleaning products
and cleaning agents, always follow the manufacturer's
instructions.
– Keep detergents and agents for the pretreatment of washing
(e.g. stain remover, prewash sprays, ...) away from the
surfaces of the washing machine. Using a damp cloth,
immediately remove any fine spray residue and other
residue/droplets.
– Empty pockets.
– Remove metal parts (paper clips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in the net/bag (tights, underwired bras).
– Close zips, button up covers.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or include in the net/bag.
– Wash new items separately.
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ŽDo not wash laundry in the washing machine.

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2. Preparing the appliance
Insert mains plug.
Turn on water tap.
3. Selecting a programme and puting the washing in the
drum
1. Open the washing machine door.
2. Check whether the drum has been completely emptied. If
required, empty. Otherwise, the load display may malfunction.
3. Press the #button. The appliance is switched on.
The Bosch logo is indicated on the display panel and all
programme indicator lamps are lit.
Then always the Cottons programme preset at the factory is
displayed.
Displays for the Cottons programme:
– The indicator lamp is lit on the programme selector and
the main menu for the selected programme is indicated
on the display panel.
– For appliances with drum light:
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After switching on the appliance, after opening and
closing the washing machine door as well as after starting
the programme, the drum is lit. The light goes out
automatically.
4. Select a programme.
You can use the saved programme
or select another programme, Programme overview, refer to
~Page 22,
or select other programmes (see Additional programs
programmes) and choose one programme as follows:
other programmes selected using Additional programs and
choose e.g. Towels:
– Select programme using the buttons under the arrows.
The selection is acknowledged by a tick.
– Wait or back by pressing Main menu button, selected
programme is indicated on the display panel.
– To change the programme, select button under the black
highlighted programme and change programme.
5. Insert the washing.
The load screen for the selected programme (e.g. for Cottons) is
indicated on the display panel. The load screen is indicated when
the door is opened or when the amount of washing is changed.
²– Unfold and load presorted items of washing. Mix large and
small items. Washing items of different size distribute
themselves better during the spin cycle. Individual items of
washing may cause imbalances. ~Page 32
60 °C 1200 02:15h
Down
Additional programms Towels Â
Rinse/
Freshen Up
Main menu Ö×
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Please load laundry: max. 8kg

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– Do not load washing until the main menu for the saved
programme is displayed after the Bosch logo.
– The load bar progresses as the washing machine is loaded. If
the max. load is exceeded, the bar flashes. Do not exceed
indicated max. load. Overfilling reduces the washing result
and encourages creasing.
4. Add detergent and care product
1. Pull out the detergent drawer.
2. Dosing in dispenser according to:
– Dosing recommendation on the display panel,
e.g. for Cottons:
Depending on the amount of washing in the washing
machine, a dosing recommendation is indicated on the
display panel.
– Soiling.
– Water hardness (ask your water supply company).
– Manufacturer’s instructions.
²– When dosing all detergents, cleaning aids, cleaning products
and cleaning agents, always follow the manufacturer's
instructions.
– Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with
water.
Prevents blockage of the overflow!
5. Changing the settings of the selected programme
²Take care not to trap any items of clothing between the loading
door and rubber seal.
Close the door.
The main menu for the selected programme is indicated again on
the display panel.
Dosage: 70% ¼
Please load laundry: max. 8kg
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You can use the displayed presettings or adjust the selected
programme optimally to the items of washing by changing the
presettings or selecting additional settings/options.
ØSelect Temperature, Spin Speed, Finished in. Refer to
~Page 27:
Selecting and changing e.g. the Temperature s:
The arrows on the display panel indicate which buttons are
used to change the settings. The settings are active without
acknowledgement and are displayed in the main menu.
²– If the buttons are held down, the set values automatically run
through.
– The respective programme duration is displayed by selecting
the programme. The programme duration is adjusted while
the programme is running if the programme duration requires
changing, e.g. due to changes in the programme settings/
options, foam detection, unbalanced load detection, the load
or soiling.
ØEcoPerfect ¦:
Energy-optimised washing by reducing the temperature while
achieving a consistent washing result.
²The washing temperature is lower than the selected
temperature. For special hygiene requirements, the
Allergy Plus programme is recommended. ~Page 23
ØSpeedPerfect (:
for a shorter wash time with a comparable washing effect to
the standard programme. Observe maximum load.
~Page 22 When selected, the display lamp is lit.
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ØAnti-Stain System x. Overview of all stains ~Page 29
Do not let stains dry. Remove solid substances beforehand.
Arrange items of washing as usual and load washing
machine. and load washing machine. Select the programme.
Select a stain type (depending on the selected programme).
Select Anti-Stain System xbutton and select e.g. ·grass:
– Select/deselect stain using displayed buttons. Stain option
is immediately active and is indicated on the display
panel.
– Wait or back by pressing Main menu or
Anti-Stain System xbutton.
ØOptions ². Overview of all options ~Page 28
Select Options ² and e.g. ZWater Plus buttons:
– Select option by pressing the two buttons displayed on the
left.
– Select/deselect option by pressing the two buttons
displayed on the right. The selected options are
immediately active.
In the case of multi-level settings keep touching the
buttons to run through the settings automatically.
– Wait or back to the main menu by pressing Options ²
button.
6. Starting the programme
ØSelect Start/Reload A. The indicator light is on.
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x Stains ·grass Â
coffee
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Extra rinse
Z Water Plus Â
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Washing
During the wash cycle the programme progress is indicated by a
bar on the display panel. The bar progresses in the course of the
wash cycle and provides information about the current
programme progress.
The arrows are switched on and off according to the programme
progress. They indicate the programme settings/options which
can be changed/added as the programme progresses.
Some programme sequence steps explained:
ØLoad adjust active ~Page 32
ØPrewash, wash, rinse, spin, drain ... are displayed during the
wash cycle.
ØExtra rinse: foam ~Page 20
ØOther displays ~Page 38
During washing
ØChildlock
To prevent the set functions of the washing machine from
being accidentally changed, the childproof lock can be
activated.
Activate/deactivate: press Finished in 3 for approx.
5 seconds.
Display panel goes back to the Main menu after approx.
3 seconds.
If the programme selector is adjusted or a button is selected
while the childproof lock is active, the Esymbol flashes
briefly.
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ØTopping up washing
When the programme has started, washing can be reloaded
or taken out as required.
Select Start/Reload A.
²– If there is a high water level, high temperature or if the drum
is rotating, the washing machine door remains locked for
reasons of safety and reload is not possible. Follow the
information on the display panel. To continue the programme,
select the Start/Reload Abutton. The washing machine
door is locked and the programme continues automatically.
– Load display is not active during relosding.
– Do not leave washing machine door open for a prolonged
period – water could run out of the washing.
ØChanging the programme sequence
if you have mistakenly started a wrong programme:
1. Select Start/Reload A.
2. Select another programme.
3. Select Start/Reload A. The new programme starts from
the beginning.
ØCancelling the programme
For programmes at high temperature:
1. Select Start/Reload A.
2. Cool down washing: select Rinse/Freshen Up
(see Additional programms jprogrammes).
3. Select Start/Reload A.
For programmes at low temperature:
1. Select Start/Reload A.
2. Select Spin or Drain
(see Additional programms jprogrammes).
3. Select Start/Reload A.
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ØEnd of programme by Rinse Hold
1. Select Spin (If required, adjust the spin speed) or Drain.
2. Select Start/Reload A.
End of the programme
Finished, remove washing is indicated on the display panel.
If Foam has been detected is also indicated on the display panel,
the washing machine has detected too much foam during the
wash programme and therefore automatically activates additional
rinse cycles to eliminate the foam.
²Dose less detergent in the next wash cycle with the same load.
Rinse hold reached:
Select "spin" or "drain"
and then "start".
Spin Drain
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ÄFinished, remove washing