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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.
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word indicates a possibly dangerous
situation. Not heeding the warning can
cause death or injuries.
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dangerous situation. Not heeding the
caution can cause property and/or
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information.
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Contents enWashing machineInstruction Manual and Installation Instructions
8Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
(Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . .5
Electrical safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Risk of injury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety for children. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
7Environmental protection . . . . . .6
Packaging/used appliance . . . . . . . . . 6
Tips on economical use . . . . . . . . . . . 6
YMain points in brief . . . . . . . . . . .7
*Getting to know the appliance . 8
Washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
ZLaundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Sorting laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Prepare the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
CDetergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Correct selection of detergent . . . . . 11
Saving energy and detergent . . . . . . 12
/Overview of programmes . . . . .13
Programmes on the programme
selector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Starching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Dyeing/bleaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Soaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
0Programme default settings . . .15
0Spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
\Additional programme settings15
G Speed* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
¦Eco* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
ØAnti-crease. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
lExtra Rinse*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
zWater plus* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1Operating the appliance . . . . . . 16
Preparing the washing machine . . . .16
Select programme/switch on the
appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Change the programme default
settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Select additional programme
settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Placing laundry into the drum . . . . . .16
Measure and add detergent and
care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Start the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Adding laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Changing the programme . . . . . . . . .18
Cancel the programme . . . . . . . . . . .18
Programme end during rinse hold. . .18
Programme end . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Removing laundry/switching off the
appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
HSensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Automatic load sensing. . . . . . . . . . .19
Unbalanced load detection system . .19
MSetting the signal . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2Cleaning and maintenance. . . . 21
Machine housing/control panel . . . . .21
Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Descaling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Detergent drawer and housing . . . . .21
Detergent solution pump blocked . . .22
The drain hose at the siphon is
blocked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Filter in the water supply blocked . . .23
3Faults and what to do about them.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Emergency release . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Information on the display panel . . . .25
Faults and what to do about them. . .25

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4After-sales service . . . . . . . . . . 27
[Consumption rates . . . . . . . . . . 28
Energy and water consumption,
programme duration and residual
moisture for the main washing
programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
JTechnical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
5Positioning and connecting. . . 29
Included with the appliance . . . . . . . 29
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Installation surface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Installation on a base or a wooden joist
floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Installing the appliance in
a kitchenette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Removing the transport locks . . . . . 31
Hose and cable lengths. . . . . . . . . . 32
Water inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Water outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Levelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Before washing for the first time . . . 35
Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
8Intended use
Intended use
■For private domestic use only.
■The washing machine is suitable for
washing machine-washable fabrics
and hand-washable wool in
detergent solution.
■To be operated with cold mains
water and standard detergents and
care products which are suitable for
use in washing machines.
■When measuring the amount of all
detergents/additives/care products
and cleaning agents, always check
the manufacturer's instructions.
■The washing machine may be used
by children over the age of 8 years
old and by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capacity
or by persons with a lack of
experience or knowledge if they are
supervised or have been instructed
by a responsible person.
Children must not carry out any
cleaning or maintenance work
without supervision.
■Keep pets away from the washing
machine.
Read the Instruction Manual and
Installation Instructions and all other
information supplied with the washing
machine and use the machine
accordingly.
Retain the documents for subsequent
use.

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(Safety instructions
Safety instructions
Electrical safety
:Warning
Risk of death!
There is a risk of electric shock
if you touch live components.
■Never touch or hold the
mains plug with wet hands.
■Only pull out the mains cable
by the plug and never by the
cable, as this could damage
it.
Risk of injury
:Warning
Risk of injury!
■If the washing machine is
lifted by protruding
components (e.g. the
washing machine door), the
components may break off
and cause injuries.
Do not lift the washing
machine by protruding parts.
■If you climb onto the washing
machine, the worktop may
break and cause injuries.
Do not climb onto the
washing machine.
■If you lean/sit on the opened
washing machine door, the
washing machine may tip
over and cause injuries.
Do not lean on the washing
machine door when it is
open.
■Reaching into the drum while
it is still rotating may cause
hand injuries.
Do not reach into the drum
while it is rotating.
Wait until the drum has
stopped rotating.
:Warning
Risk of scalding!
When you are washing at high
temperatures, there is a risk of
scalding if you come into
contact with hot detergent
solution (e.g. when draining hot
detergent solution into a
washbasin).
Do not reach into the hot
detergent solution.
Safety for children
:Warning
Risk of death!
If children play with the washing
machine, they may get into life-
threatening situations or injure
themselves.
■Do not leave children
unattended near the washing
machine.
■Do not let children play with
the washing machine.
:Warning
Risk of death!
Children may lock themselves
in appliances, putting their lives
at risk.
When appliances have reached
the end of their service life:
■Pull out the mains plug.

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■Cut through the mains cable
and remove it, along with the
plug.
■Destroy the lock on the
washing machine door.
:Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Children may become wrapped
in packaging/film or packing
parts if allowed to play with
them, or they may pull them
over their heads and suffocate.
Keep packaging, film and
packaging parts out of the
reach of children.
:Warning
Risk of poisoning!
Detergents and care products
may be poisonous if
consumed.
Keep detergents and care
products out of the reach of
children.
:Warning
Eye/skin irritation!
Detergents and care products
may cause irritation if they
come into contact with the eyes
or skin.
Keep detergents and care
products out of the reach of
children.
:Warning
Risk of injury!
When you wash at high
temperatures, the glass in the
washing machine door
becomes hot.
Do not let children touch the
hot washing machine door.
7Environmental
protection
Environmental protection
Packaging/used appliance
)
Dispose of packaging in an
environmentally-responsible 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.
Tips on economical use
■Always fill the appliance with the
maximum amount of laundry for
each programme.
Overview of programmes
~Page 13
■Wash normally soiled laundry
without a prewash.
■If the laundry is subsequently dried
in a tumble dryer, select the spin
speed according to the tumble dryer
manufacturer's instructions.
■The 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.

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YMain points in brief
Main points inbrief
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1@ @ @
Connect the mains
plug.
Turn on the water
tap (for models
without Aqua-Stop).
Sort the laundry. Open the washing
machine door.
2@ @ @ @
Select a
programme, e.g.
Cottons.
Load the laundry. Do not trap any
items of laundry.
Close the washing
machine door.
3@ @ @ @
Add detergent. Change the
programme default
settings, if
necessary.
Select additional
settings, if
necessary.
Start the
programme.
4@ @ @ @
Programme end Open the washing
machine door and
remove the laundry.
Turn the programme
selector to $ .
Turn off the water
tap (for models
without Aqua-Stop).

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*Getting to know the appliance
Getting toknow the appliance
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(Detergent drawer ~Page 17 8Washing machine door with door handle
0Controls/display elements 9S Open the washing machine door
9T Close the washing machine door
@Service flap

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Control panel
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(Programme selector for selecting a
programme and for switching the machine on and
off
@Gspeed*, ¦eco*, ØAnti-Crease,
lRinse Plus/ zAqua Plus* additional
programme settings (* depending on the model)
0Status indicators
Programme sequence indicators: f Ready,
0 Spin, q Rinse, xWash
Overview of all additional programme settings
~Page 15
8Spin speed for changing the default
programme setting
2= Rinse Stop
HStart/Pause for starting, interrupting
(adding laundry) and cancelling a programme

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ZLaundry
Laundry
Sorting laundry
Sort your laundry according to the care
instructions and manufacturer's
information on the care labels,
depending on:
■Type of fabric/fibre
■Colour
Note: Laundry can discolour or not
be cleaned correctly. Wash white
and coloured laundry separately.
Wash new bright fabrics separately
the first time you wash them.
■Soiling
Wash laundry with the same level of
soiling together.
You can find examples of levels of
soiling on ~Page 12
–Light: Do not pre-wash, select
the GSpeed setting if
necessary
–Normal
–Heavy: Load less laundry, select
a programme with pre-wash
–Stains: Remove/pretreat stains
while they are fresh. First, dab the
stain with soapy water/do not
rub. Then wash the items of
laundry with the appropriate
programme. Stubborn/dried-in
stains can sometimes only be
removed after several washes.
■Symbols on the care labels
The numbers in the symbols indicate
the maximum washing temperature
which may be used.
–M: Suitable for a normal
washing process; e.g. Cottons
programme
–U: A gentle washing process is
required; e.g. Easy-Care
programme
–V: An especially gentle washing
process is required; e.g.
DelicateÈ/Silk programme
–W: Suitable for washing by
hand; e.g. h/ Woollens
programme
–Ž: Do not wash the laundry in
the machine.

Detergent en
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Prepare the laundry
Caution!
Damage to the appliance/fabrics
Foreign objects (e.g. coins, paperclips,
needles, nails) may damage the laundry
or components in the washing machine.
You should therefore note the following
tips when preparing your laundry:
■Empty any pockets.
■Look out for metal items (paperclips,
etc.) and remove them.
■Wash delicates in a laundry bag
(tights, underwired bras, etc.).
■Close any zips, button up any cover
buttons.
■Brush sand out of pockets and
collars.
■Remove curtain fittings or place
curtains in a laundry bag.
CDetergent
Detergent
Correct selection of detergent
The care label is crucial for selecting
the correct detergent, temperature and
treatment of the laundry. ~ See also
www.sartex.ch
Visit www.cleanright.eu to find further
information on detergents, care
products and cleaning agents for
domestic use.
■Standard detergent with optical
brighteners
Suitable for heat-resistant white
laundry made from linen or cotton
Programme: Cottons /
20 °C - max. 90 °C
■Detergent for colours without
bleach or optical brighteners
Suitable for coloured laundry made
from linen or cotton
Programme: Cottons /
20 °C - max. 60 °C
■Detergent for colours/delicates
without optical brighteners
Suitable for coloured laundry made
from easy-care fibres, synthetic
fibres
Programme: Easy-Care /
20 °C - max. 60 °C
■Delicates
Suitable for delicate, fine fabrics, silk
or viscose
Programme: Delicates/Silk /
20 °C - max. 40 °C
■Detergent for woollens
Suitable for woollen fabrics
Programme: Woollens /
20 °C - max. 40 °C

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Saving energy and detergent
For light and normal soiling, you can
save energy (lower washing
temperature) and detergent.
Note: When measuring the amount of
all detergents/additives/care products
and cleaning agents, please always
check the manufacturer's instructions
and information. ~Page 17
Saving Soiling/note
Reduced temper-
ature and deter-
gent quantity as
per the recom-
mended dosage
Light
No visible dirt or stains. Cloth-
ing has taken on some body
odour, e.g.:
■Light summer/sports
clothing (worn for a few
hours)
■T-shirts, shirts, blouses
(worn for up to one day)
■Guest bed linen and hand
towels (used for one day)
Normal
Visible dirt or a few light
stains, e.g.:
■T-shirts, shirts, blouses
(sweat soaked, worn a
few times)
■Towels, bedding (used for
up to one week)
Temperature as
per the care label
and detergent
quantity as per
the recom-
mended dosage
for heavy soiling
Heavy
Dirt and/or stains clearly visi-
ble, e.g. tea towels, baby
items, work clothing

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/Overview of programmes
Overview of programmes
Programmes on the programme selector
Programme/type of washing/instructions Settings
Name of the programme
Brief explanation of the programme and for which fabrics it is suita-
ble.
Max. load;
* Reduced load for the GSpeed
setting
Temperature can be selected
Spin speed can be selected;
** Max. spin speed, depending on
the model
Possible programme settings
ÎCottons
Hard-wearing fabrics, heat-resistant fabrics made of cotton or linen
Î Cottons 40 °C + Prewash : Programme with prewash, prewash
at 30 °C; divide detergent between compartments Iand II
Note: The G Speed setting is suitable as a short programme for
lightly soiled laundry.
Max. 7 kg/4* kg
30, 40, 60, 90 °C
2... 1400** rpm
¦, G, Ø, l/ z
Ñ Mix
Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics
Notes
■Different types of laundry can be washed together.
■ÑMix 40 °C at maximum spin speed is ideal as a short pro-
gramme.
Max. 3 kg
40 °C
2... 1200** rpm
¦, G, Ø, l/ z
-Super 15’
Extra-short programme of approx. 15 minutes, suitable for small
items of lightly soiled laundry
Max. 2 kg
30 °C
2... 1200** rpm
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Rinse/ Spin
Hand-washed laundry, l Rinse Plus/ z Aqua Plus button acti-
vated
Note: If you require spin only, deactivate the button.
Max. 7 kg
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2... 1200** rpm
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Starching
Note: Laundry must not be treated with
fabric softener.
Starching is possible in all wash
programmes if liquid starch is used.
Measure starch into compartment Min
accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions (clean 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 to
bleach clothes.
pEmpty
Drain the rinsing water after a programme using the 2setting (with-
out final spin) for gentle treatment of delicate laundry
Max. 7 kg
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h/ Í Wool
Hand- or machine-washable fabrics that are made of wool or contain
wool;
particularly gentle wash programme to prevent laundry from shrink-
ing, with longer pauses in the programme (during which the items
rest in the water)
Notes
■Wool is of animal origin, e.g. Angora, alpaca, llama, sheep.
■For wool, use a detergent that is suitable for machine-washing.
Max. 2 kg
Ž(Cold), 30 °C
2... 800 rpm
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Y Delicate/Silk
For delicate, washable fabrics, e.g. made of silk, satin, synthetic
fibres or blends (e.g. silk blouses, silk scarves)
Notes
■For delicates or silk, use a detergent suitable for machine-wash-
ing .
■No spin cycle between the rinse cycles
Max. 2 kg
30 °C
2... 800 rpm
¦, G, Ø, l/ z
Ó Easy-Care
Synthetic or blended fabrics
Max. 3 kg
30, 40, 60 °C
2... 1200** rpm
¦, G, Ø, l/ z
Programme/type of washing/instructions Settings

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Soaking
1. Pour soaking agent/detergent into
compartment II in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Turn the programme selector to
Cottons 30 °C programme.
3. Select Start/Pause.
4. After approx. 10 minutes select
Start/Pause.
5. After the required soaking time
reselect Start/Pause if the
programme is to be continued, or
change the programme.
Notes
■Load laundry of the same colour.
■No additional detergent is required;
the soaking solution is used for
washing.
0Programme default
settings
Programme default settings
0Spin speed
Before and while the selected
programme is running, the spin speed
or Rinse stop (without final spin,
laundry soaks in the last rinsing water)
can be set. The effects depend on the
programme progress.
The maximum selectable spin speed
depends on the model and the set
programme.
\Additional programme
settings
Additional programme settings
G Speed*
For washing in a shorter time with a
washing result comparable to that of the
standard programme.
Note: Do not exceed the maximum
load.
Overview of programmes ~Page 13
¦Eco*
For saving energy with a washing result
comparable to that of the standard
programme.
Note: The washing temperature is
lower than the selected temperature.
For special hygiene requirements, we
recommend selecting a higher
temperature or the Gspeed option.
ØAnti-crease
Special spin sequence with subsequent
fluffing. Gentle final spin – residual
moisture in the laundry slightly
increased.
lExtra Rinse*
Extra rinse. For areas with very soft
water or to further improve the rinsing
result.
zWater plus*
Increased water level and additional
rinse cycle, extended washing time. For
areas with very soft water or to further
improve the rinsing result.
(* depending on model)

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1Operating the
appliance
Operating the appliance
Preparing the washing
machine
Note: The washing machine must be
correctly installed and connected
(from ~Page 29).
1. Connect the mains plug.
2. Turn on the water tap.
3. Open the washing machine door.
4. Check that the drum is completely
drained. Drain if necessary.
Select programme/switch on
the appliance
Use the programme selector to select
the required programme. Can be
rotated in both directions.
The machine is switched on.
Change the programme
default settings
You can use the default settings or
change them.
To do this, repeatedly press the
corresponding button until the required
setting is displayed.
Note: All buttons are sensitive and only
need to be touched lightly. If the buttons
are held for longer, the appliance
automatically runs through the setting
options.
The settings are activated without
needing to be confirmed.
They are not saved when the appliance
is switched off.
Programme default settings
~Page 15
Overview of programmes from
~Page 13
Select additional programme
settings
By selecting additional settings, you can
better adapt the washing process to
your items of laundry.
The settings can be selected or
deselected depending on the
programme progress.
The indicator lamp for the button lights
up if a setting is active.
The settings are not saved when the
appliance is switched off.
Additional settings ~Page 15
Overview of programmes from
~Page 13
Placing laundry into the drum
:Warning
Risk of death!
Items of laundry pretreated with
cleaning agents that contain solvents,
e.g. stain remover/cleaning solvent,
may cause an explosion after being
loaded into the washing machine.
Hand-rinse these items of laundry
thoroughly beforehand.
Notes
■Mix items of washing of varying
sizes. Laundry items of different
sizes distribute themselves better
during the spin cycle. Individual
laundry items may cause an
unbalanced load.

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■Observe the maximum specified
load. Overfilling adversely affects the
washing result and promotes
creasing.
1. Unfold presorted laundry items and
place them in the drum.
2. Make sure that no items of laundry
are trapped between the door and
the rubber seal, and close the door.
The indicator light for the Start/Pause
button flashes. It is possible to change
the settings.
Measure and add detergent
and care products
Caution!
Damage to the appliance
Cleaning agents and agents for
pretreating laundry (e.g. stain removers,
prewash sprays, etc.) may cause
damage if they come into contact with
the surfaces of the washing machine.
Do not allow these agents to come into
contact with the surfaces of the washing
machine. If necessary, immediately wipe
away spray residue and other residues/
droplets with a damp cloth.
Measuring
Measure the detergent and care
products according to:
■Water hardness (ask your water
supply company)
■The manufacturer's instructions on
the packaging
■The amount of laundry
■Soiling ~Page 12
Filling
:Warning
Eye/skin irritation!
Detergent and care products may spray
out if the detergent drawer is opened
while the machine is in operation.
Open the drawer carefully.
Rinse eyes or skin thoroughly if they
come into contact with detergent/care
products.
If swallowed accidentally, seek medical
advice.
Note: Dilute viscous fabric softener and
fabric conditioner with water; this
prevents blockages.
Pour the detergent and care products
into the appropriate compartments:
1. Pull out the detergent drawer as far
as possible.
2. Add detergent and/or care products.
3. Close the detergent drawer.
Measuring aid* for liquid detergent
*Depending on the model
Position the measuring aid for
measuring the correct amount of liquid
detergent:
Measuring aid AFor liquid detergent
Compartment II Detergent for the main wash,
water softener, bleach, stain
remover
Compartment iSoftener, starch.
Do not exceed the maximum
Compartment IDetergent for prewash

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1. Pull out the detergent drawer. Press
down the insert and fully remove the
drawer.
2. Slide the measuring aid forwards,
fold it down and click it into place.
3. Reinsert the drawer.
Note: Do not use the measuring aid for
gel detergents and washing powder, or
for programmes with prewash or when
the "Finished in" time is selected.
For models without a measuring aid,
pour the liquid detergent into the
appropriate dispenser and place it in
the drum.
Start the programme
Select the Start/Pause button. The
indicator light lights up and the
programme starts.
Adding laundry
After starting the programme, you can
add or remove laundry as required.
To do this, press the Start/Pause
button.
Note: Do not leave the washing
machine door open for too long when
adding laundry as water from the
laundry may leak out.
For safety reasons, the washing
machine door remains locked when the
water level or temperature is high, or
while the drum is rotating, and it is not
possible to add laundry.
To continue the programme, press the
Start/Pause button. The programme
continues automatically.
Changing the programme
If you have started the wrong
programme by mistake, you can
change the programme as follows:
1. Select another programme.
2. Select Start/Pause. The new
programme starts from the
beginning.
Cancel the programme
For programmes at high temperature:
1. To cool the laundry, select Rinse/
Spin.
2. Select Start/Pause.
For programmes at low temperatures:
1. Select Start/Pause.
2. Select Rinse/Spin (deactivate the
Rinse Plus/Aqua Plus button) or
select Empty.
3. Select Start/Pause.
Programme end during rinse
hold
The Rinse Stop and Rinse indicator
lights light up and the indicator lamp for
the Start/Pause button flashes.
To end the programme, set the
programme selector to "Empty" or
select a spin speed. Then select the
Start/Pause button.

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Programme end
The Ready indicator light lights up and
the indicator light for the Start/Pause
button flashes.
If the Wash indicator light also flashes,
the washing machine has detected too
much foam during the wash programme
and automatically switches on a rinse
cycle to remove the foam.
Note: Add less detergent to the next
washing cycle with the same load.
Removing laundry/switching
off the appliance
1. Open the washing machine door
and remove the laundry.
2. Turn the programme selector to Off.
Appliance is switched off.
3. Turn off the water tap.
Note: Not required for Aqua-Stop
models.
Notes
■Do not leave any items of laundry in
the drum. They may shrink in the
next wash or discolour another item.
■Remove any foreign objects from the
drum and the rubber seal – risk of
rusting.
■Leave the washing machine door
and detergent drawer open so that
any residual water can dry away.
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Automatic load sensing
The automatic load sensing function
adapts the water consumption ideally to
each programme depending on the
type of fabric and the load.
Unbalanced load detection
system
The automatic unbalanced load
detection system detects imbalances
and ensures even distribution of the
laundry by repeatedly starting and
stopping drum spinning.
If the laundry is extremely unevenly
distributed, the speed is reduced or the
spin cycle is not performed for safety
reasons.
Note: Place large and small items of
laundry in the drum (from ~Page 25).

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MSetting the signal
Setting the signal
1. Activate setting mode for the audible signal volume
Set to $One step Select and hold +one step Release
2. Optional: Blind mode* ON-OFF
*Short audible signal – function off.
Long audible signal – function on.
ON-OFF Skip Set to $
3. Set the volume for the audible button signals and audible information signals (depending on the
model)
One step Set the volume
(you may need to
select the func-
tion several
times)
One step Set the vol-
ume (you may
need to select
the function
several times)
Set to $