Your washing machine Intended use Preparation The machine was tested before leaving the factory.

Intended use Preparation The machine was tested before leaving the factory.To remove any
Washing 10 Removing the laundry Display information, Option buttons Additional functions

** After selecting the additional function, the programme duration will be changed accordingly. If the default addition function Speed Wash
water left over from testing procedures, the first washing cycle should
Intensive* *

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be carried out without any laundry in the machine a Page 8. Open the washing machine door and remove the laundry.

1 ʑ Display Informationþüwash: Not on if Rinse 2or Å Spin/Empty >is selected ʑ Buttons for additional functions In addition to the programme if required

Congratulations – you have opted for a modern, high–quality ʋ For domestic use only.
Rinse plus* *
Sort and load the laundry Leave the door and detergent drawer open to allow the

Correct installation according to
domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. The washing machine ʋ For washing machine–washable fabrics in a detergent separate installation instructions. interior of the machine to dry. Speed wash ē Shorten the washing time. For slightly soiled items.

is distinguished by its economical use of water and energy . solution. Remove the transport bolts and install Follow manufacturer’s care information. flashing: too much detergent used a page 13 If the function is selected, programme duration and max. load will be
Speed wash* *
Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly to ʋ To be operated with cold mains water and the bottom cover before using the Sort according to the information on the care labels.
9 Turn off the tap 2üRinse: Not on if Å Spin/Empty >is selected
changed.

ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition. Sort according to type, colour, level of soiling and temperature.

WAX18260IN
appliance for the first time.

Compartment *
commercially available detergents and care products
Rinse plus 2

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For further information about products, accessories, spare parts and which are suitable for use in washing machines. Do not exceed the maximum load a Page 1. Additional rinse cycles,extended washing time.
Å Spin: Not on if “ ” Rinse hold is selected
Check the machine Detergent drawer
8 Switch off For areas with very soft water or for further improvement of the rinsing







service visit our web site: www.bosch-home.com or contact our ʋ The washing machine may be operated by children Observe the instructions in the Important information section aPage 8! for programme status






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customer service centres. with dispenser II, ~, I ‡üOn: the door can be opened; result.
from 8 years of age, by persons who have limited phy- – Never switch on a damaged machine. Load both large and small items of washing together. flashing (after programme starts): the door was not closed correctly
sical, sensory or mental abilities and by persons who – If the childproof lock is active,deactivate it a page 6. Intensive º Extend the washing time for a more intensive washing of heavily soiled
– Inform your after-sales service.
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II
Please read the instruction manual and installation have inade-quate experience or knowledge, provided Close the washing machine door Drum – Set Programme selector to Off. On: childproof lock is activated; items.
instructions supplied before switching on the washing they are super-vised or have been instructed by a re- flashing: the setting was changed a page 6

cold - 60 Easy-Care textiles made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres or blended fabrics
Insert the mains plug Take care not to trap any items of clothing Additional functions can be combined.

For further information and a selection of our products Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH

D-81739 Munich/Germany
Carl -Wery-Str.34
programme for heavily soiled hard-wearing textiles made

hand and machine washable wool or wool-rich textiles,e.g. cashmere,

machine. sponsible person. Control panel

delicate, washable textiles, e.g. made of silk, satin, synthetic fibres or

cold - 60 Non-iron shirts made of cotton, linen, synthetics fibres or blended fabrics

Single spin programme or single empty programme a page 5 Special

between the loading door and rubber seal. 90 ॕ : Default washing temperature ; Cold ॕ : cold wash The indicator lights of the buttons come on, if additional functions are active.
Environmental disposal  – Follow the safety instructions on Page 8!
With dry hands only.
Only hold the plug by the plug 800 Å: Default spin speed of the programme
Switching off the additional function:Touch the button again.The indicator light goes out.

cold - 90 Hard-wearing textiles, heat-resistant textiles made of cotton or linen

– Do not leave children unattended near the Door handle
body.
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
washing machine!
7 Programme ended when ... : Special symbol a page 5 Special symbol

(see also the information on page 5/6)

cold - 40 Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen,short programme

This appliance has been identified in accordance with the European 1:30: Expected programme duration
Directive 2002/96/EG on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment – Children must not play with the appliance.
Turn on the tap – “>” and “‡” appear on the display field, and the
Display Information ʑ Childproof lock Programme will not be changed by accidental operation.

cold - 40 Especially for outer wear made of cotton or synthetic fibres

24 hours: Select Finish in time
(WEEE). – Children must not perform any cleaning or
Display information – Activating the childproof lock: After the programme starts, press Start/Reload $and hold
buzzer sounds.
The Directive specifies the framework for an EU-wide valid return and
recycling of waste appliances.
maintenance work without supervision!
– Keep pets away from the washing machine! Add detergent and care product 3 –“ ” appear on the display field, and the buzzer
depends on the
chosen programme
>: End of programme
: Fault displays a page 11
down for 5 seconds until the (üsymbol is displayed.
The (üsymbol flashes if any setting is inadvertently changed.

ohair or angora. Also suited for hand washable silk

Add the appropriate amount according to: sounds. a page 5 Special symbol
– Deactivating the childproof lock: Press Start/Reload $ and hold down for 5 seconds until
Contents Page
Amount of laundry, level of soiling, water hardness (ask your water
Changing the programme ... : “YES” if the door can be opened or “NO” if it cannot be
the (üsymbol goes out.

cold - 40 Textiles made of cotton and easy-care textiles

or contact our customer service centres

go to our web site: http://www.bosch-home.com
supply company) and manufacturer’s instructions. opened during “Pause” period

cold - 60 Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen

ʋ Intended use ................................................................................... 1 Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser. If you have accidentally selected the wrong programme: – If the programme is ended or any setting is changed, deactivate the childproof lock.
ʋ
ʋ
Preparation ......................................................................................... 2
Washing ........................................................................................... 3/4
During operation: take care when opening the detergent drawer. – If the childproof lock is active,deactivate it a page 6.
– Turn the programme selector to a newly selected
ʑ Option buttons You can change the default spin speed and temperature even while
the selected programme is running. – If the programme is changed while the childproof lock is activated, the (üsymbol flashes,
the programme which is running will continue.
ʋ Display information,Option buttons ................................................ 5 Compartment II: Detergent for the main Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water. programme. Washing temperature ॕ – If the childproof lock is deactivated while the programme selector is in a different position
ʋ Additional functions .......................................................................... 6 Start/Reload Programme selector wash, water softener, bleach, stain This prevents blockages. – If required, select additional functions. from when the childproof lock was activated, the programme which is currently running be
– Press the Start/Reload $button, new programme You can change the indicated washing temperature. The maximum washing temperature which
ʋ Programme overview........................................................................ 7 For switching the machine on remover halted.

cold - 40 Fabrics made from microfibre

starts. can be selected depends on the chosen programme. a page 7
ʋ Safety instructions.............................................................................. 8 For starting / pausing the washing and off and for selecting the
Compartment ~ : Fabric softener, Spin speed Å
ʋ Important information ........................................................................ 8 cycle programme. Can be rotated
in either direction impregnating agent, starch
Pausing a programme ... ʑ Signal

cold - 40 Dark easy-care textiles

ʋ Cleaning and care ....................................................................... 9/10 You can change the indicated spin speed. The maximum spin speed is 900rpm/min. The
If you would like to pause a programme while it is running maximum spin speed which can be selected depends on the chosen programme. The default 1. Start the signal

from cotton or linen

ʋ Consumption values........................................................................ 11
without changing the sequence: spin speed cannot be changed during the Soaking  programme. You can also set “ ”a mode

Programme overview
ʋ Fault display ...................................................................................... 11 Compartment I: Detergent for pre–wash
+

cold - 90 Energy-intensive

blended fabrics
– If the childproof lock is active,deactivate it a page 6. Special symbol
4

is deactivated, the max. load will be changed .

ʋ Customer service ............................................................................. 12
Set the programme

Type of laundry
ʋ Technical specification.................................................................... 12 – Press the Start/Reload $button: Finish in time 
ʋ What to do if...................................................................................... 13 For detailed programme information, see programme overviewapage 7. ʋ When “ ” and “‡” flash on the display field, wait for Before a programme starts, you can specify by how many hours later the programme is to be Set to Off Press and hold 1 step Release the

symbol
For option buttons a page 5. at least 2 minutes. ended. and clockwise button to find
ʋ When “ ” and “‡ ” appear, the door can be 2. Set volume for... Button signals Information the number
– Press Finish in  button until the required number of hours is shown. The Finish in time can

cold - 40 For

cold - 40 For
for incorrect signals
opened. If required, add/remove the laundry. be set in hour increments up to a maximum of 24 hours. button
– Press Start/Reload $, the Finish in time starts counting down.
5

cold - 30
ʋ If “ ” appears for a prolonged period, the door can-
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
– Load the maximum amount of laundry for the particular
Select additional functions Maintenance cover
not be opened for reasons of your safety. You can pause the programme to open the door even if the Finish in time is active.

*
: obligatory; : optional
– Press the Start/Reload $button to continue the

ॕ
programme: For additional functions a page 6.
cottons 5,5kg; Easy care 2,6kg; Delicate 2,0kg; Wool 2,0kg programme.
– Wash normally soiled laundry without prewash.
... or terminate the programme ʑ Special symbol directly
– Select Hygiene ā 60 ॕ with additional function Intensive º (do Press the Start/Reload $button 6 – Except for the Å Spin/Empty >and Soaking  programmes, press the Å button to set
set volume* 1 step
clockwise
set volume* Set to Off

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Display panel/Option buttons Additional functions ended, “ ” appear. Select programme Å Spin/Empty > or directly press Å to select spin repeatedly.

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– If the laundry is to be subsequently dried in a tumble dryer, select – Remove the laundry after the spinning cycle. If you do not operate the machine for about five minutes after selecting the programme or
a spin speed as specified by the dryer manufacturer. been selected required programme is then defined as Empty; If “ ” is not set, the programme is defined as Spin.
programme end, the display information goes out to save power.
– When the Empty >and Soaking  programmes have ended, and “ ‡ü” appears on

the display field, it means the whole process is finished. – If required, press any button, and all information will be displayed again.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
 – Risk of electric shock. – Risk of scalding. Allow detergent
Safety instructions Cleaning and care Pull out the mains plug.
– Risk of explosion. No solvents. Cleaning and care solution to cool down.
– Turn off the tap. Consumption values Customer service What to do if ...
– Read and follow the operating and installation instructions and all other information
enclosed with the washing machine. Clean machine housing, control panel Detergent solution pump
1
Programme
Additional
option
Load
Electricity
consumption**
Water**
Programme
duration**
ʑ Before calling customer service, please check whether you can eliminate the fault yourself
a page 13 What to do if... ʑ Water is running out. – Fit/refit drainage hose.
– Tighten screw–fitting on the supply hose.
– Retain documents for subsequent use. – Wipe with a soft, damp cloth. – Set the programme selector to Off, pull out the mains plug. Start/Reload $not selected?
Risk of electric – Never pull out the mains plug by pulling on the power cord. – Do not use abrasive detergents. $PUUPO
LF
 ॕ Speed wash 3.5kg 0.53kwh 36 l 0:55 h ʑ If you require advice, even during the warranty period, you will incur the costs for the callout
of a technician. ʑ Water not flowing in.
Detergent not washed in.
–
– Tap not open?
shock – Never insert/pull out the mains plug with wet hands. – Immediately remove washing and cleaning agent residue. 1. Open and remove the maintenance cover.
2 1SFXBTI 7 ॕ Speed wash 3.5kg 0.73kwh 49 l 1:19 h – Filter blocked? Clean filter a Page 10.
– Make sure the cable is plugged into a socket which is correctly
connected to a reliable earth connection.
– Do not clean the appliance with a water jet.
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DBSF I ॕ Speed wash 2.6kg 0.39kwh 45 l 0:51 h ʑ The contact details for all countries can be found in the enclosed after-sales service
directory.
– Water inlet hose kinked or jammed?

Risk of death Appliances which have reached the end of their service life:
Clean the detergent drawer ...
... if it contains detergent or fabric softener residue. 2. Carefully unscrew the pump cover - do not remove it completely.
%FMJDBUF4JML “  ॕ Speed wash 2.0kg 0.27kwh 35 l 0:36 h ʑ When calling customer service, please give details of your address, telephone number,
fault description, purchase date, product number (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD)
ʑ Washing machine door cannot be – Safety function active. Programme stopped?
opened. – Water in drum? Select Å Spin/Empty >programme.
– Pull out the mains plug.
: 8PPM O ॕ – Start/Reload $not selected or Finish in time is
– Sever the power cord and discard together with the plug.
– Destroy the lock on the washing machine door.
1. Pull out, depress the insert and remove the drawer completely.
- 2.0kg 0.21kwh 35 l 0:43 h of the appliance to prevent unnecessary callouts. This will save you additional costs.
These numbers are shown on the rating plate
ʑ Programme does not start.
selected?
3. Let the water drain into a shallow container (let the remainder drip )ZHJFOF ā÷ ॕ Speed wash 3.5kg 0.55kwh 36 l 1:25 h – The ‡ üsymbol flashes, washing machine door not
This will prevent children from locking themselves in and putting their onto a floor cloth). Repeat the operation until there is no water left. E-Nr. FD which can be found on the frame of the open closed properly.
lives at risk. )ZHJFOF ā÷ ॕ Intensive * 5.2kg 0.98kwh 55 l 3:56 h door and also on the rear of the appliance.
Risk of suffocation – Keep packaging, plastic film and packaging parts out of the reach of
children.
* Programme setting for testing and energy labelling in accordance with GB standard. Product number Production number
ʑ Detergent solution is not drained. – Clean detergent solution pump a Page 10.
– Clean drainage hose.
2. Remove insert: Press the insert upwards with your finger. ** The values may deviate from the indicated values depending on water pressure, hardness, and
Risk of poisoning – Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children.
3. Clean the detergent dispenser and the insert with water and a brush.
4. Remove the pump cover. Remove foreign material/fluff from inside the
pump. 2
inlet temperature, ambiente temperature, type, amount and soiling of the laundry, detergent used,
fluctuations in the power supply and selected additional functions.
Rely on the professionalism of the manufacturer. Please contact us.
This will ensure that the repair is carried out by trained service technicians who arrive
ʑ Additional function could not be
activated for the selected
programme.
– Can the additional function be selected? a Page 7,
programme overview.
Risk of explosion – Caused by detergents containing solvents, e.g. stain remover. Items equipped with genuine spare parts for your appliance.
4. Refit the insert and secure in place. 5. Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housing
of washing pre-treated with solvent naphtha may cause an explosion
after being loaded into the washing machine. Rinse such items 5. Insert the detergent drawer. (fan impeller in the detergent solution pump must be able to rotate). 1 ʑ Water not visible in the drum. – Not a fault - water below the visible area.

thoroughly by hand before putting them in the washing machine. Leave the detergent drawer open so that residual water can evaporate.
Risk of injury – Washing machine door may become very hot. ʑ Spin cycle actuated several times. – Not a fault - unbalanced load detection system adjusts
imbalance.
– Take care when draining hot detergent solution. 6. Refit the pump cover and screw on tightly. – Prewash 7 programme not selected?
–
–
Do not climb on the washing machine.
Do not lean on the washing machine door when it is open.
Drum ʑ Detergent in chamber I is not
washed away.
Leave the washing machine door open so that the drum can dry.
– Make sure that the pump cap is screwed on when the machine is Rust stains – use chlorine–free cleaning agent, not steel wool. 7. Insert the maintenance cover and close it. Fault displays ʑ Detergent residue in the detergent – Detergent is damp or lumpy, clean the detergent
running, avoid water leakage and touching the components of pump
when they are in operation. E:17 – Tap turned on?
Technical specifications dispenser dispenser a Page 9.
– Use the dosing aid for liquid detergent.
Descaling No laundry in the machine! To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the outlet during the next
This should be not be necessary if the detergent is dispensed correctly. However, follow the
wash: pour 1 litre of water into dispenser II and start the Å Spin/Empty>
programme.
–
–
Water inlet hose kinked or jammed?
Filter blocked? Clean filter a Page 10 a= 600 mm
ʑ Foam is emerging from the
detergent drawer.
The þüsymbol flashes
– Too much detergent used?
Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric conditioner with ½ a litre of
water and pour into dispenser II in the detergent drawer.
instructions of the descaler manufacturer. – Water pressure too low?
b= 560 mm – Reduce detergent dosage for the next wash cycle.
Important information Frost protection Filter in the water inlet hose E:18 – Loose debris is blocking the pump, clean the pump a Page 10
– Drainage hose blocked? c c= 850 mm ʑ Excessive noise, vibration and
“wandering” during spin cycle.
– Appliance feet fixed?
Secure appliance feet a Installation instructions.
Preparing/Protecting the laundry and the machine If the washing machine is located in a room which is exposed to freezing temperatures, any Net weight 64 kg – Transportation bolt removed?
residual water in both the pump and the water inlet hose must be drained every time after the Other displays Switch off the appliance, wait 5 seconds and switch it back on. Remove transportation bolt a Installation instructions.
– Brush sand out of pockets and cuffs/collars. Reduce the water pressure in the supply hose:
machine is used. If the display appears again, call customer service.
– Check for metal items (paperclips, etc.).
– Trousers, knitwear and knitted textiles, e.g. jersey garments,T-shirts or sweatshirts should – Draining the pump a Page 10 Detergent solution pump
1.
2.
Turn off the tap.
Select any programme (except Å Spin/Empty >).
ʑ Display panel/indicator lights do – Power failure?
not function while the appliance is – Circuit breaker tripped? Reset the circuit breaker/
be turned inside out. – Draining the water inlet hose: 3. Press Start/Reload $. Leave programme running for approx. 40 seconds.
running. change the fuse. Washing machine WAX18260IN
– If the fault occurs repeatedly, contact customer service.
– Wash delicates in a net/bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras). 1. Turn the tap off. 4. Set the programme selector to Off. Pull out the mains plug.
b
– Close zips,fasten pillow cases/cushion covers.
– Remove curtain runners or tie up in a net/bag.
2. Unscrew the hose from the tap and the rear of the appliance, drain out the water left inside
the inlet hose. Clean the filter:
a
ʑ Programme sequence longer than – Not a fault-unbalanced load detection system is
usual adjusting the imbalance by repeatedly distributing the
laundry .
Laundry with different levels of soiling 3. Before the next wash, screw the hose back on and check for leaks.
1. Remove the hose from the tap.
– Not a fault-foam detection system active.

Light
Wash new items separately.
Do not prewash.
Clean the filter with a small brush.
ʑ Detergent residues on the laundry – Occasionally, phosphate-free detergents contain water-
insoluble residues.
– Select Rinse 2 or brush the laundry after washing.
If required, pre-treat stains. Select Prewash 7 programme. or
Heavy Load less laundry. Select Prewash 7programme.
Remove the hose from the rear of the appliance.
ʑ Washing result not satisfactory – Soiling is greater than expected? Select a suitable
programme.
– Detergent is underdosed?
en Instruction manual
Remove filter with pliers and clean.
Before washing for the first time
Do not put any laundry in the washing machine. Turn on the tap, fill approx. 1 litre of water
ʑ If you cannot correct a fault yourself or a repair is required:
– Set the programme selector to Off and pull the mains plug out of the socket.
2. Reconnect the hose and check for leaks. – Turn off the tap and call customer service.
and then pour ½ a measuring cup of detergent into dispenser II. Set the Easy care I40 ॕ
programme and select Start/Reload $.
At the end of the programme, set the programme selector to Off.
8 9 10 11 12 13
Your washing machine Intended use
Congratulations – you have opted for a modern, high–quality ʋ For domestic use only.
domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. The washing machine ʋ For washing machine–washable fabrics in a detergent
is distinguished by its economical use of water and energy . solution.
Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly to ʋ To be operated with cold mains water and
ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition. commercially available detergents and care products
For further information about products, accessories, spare parts and which are suitable for use in washing machines.
service visit our web site: www.bosch-home.com or contact our ʋ The washing machine may be operated by children
customer service centres. from 8 years of age, by persons who have limited phy-
sical, sensory or mental abilities and by persons who
have inade-quate experience or knowledge, provided
Please read the instruction manual and installation
instructions supplied before switching on the washing they are super-vised or have been instructed by a re-
machine. sponsible person.
Preparation
Correct installation according to
separate installation instructions.
Remove the transport bolts and install
the bottom cover before using the
appliance for the first time.
Check the machine O
– Never switch on a damaged machine.
– Inform your after-sales service.
Insert the mains plug
Environmental disposal  – Follow the safety instructions on Page 8!
With dry hands only.
Only hold the plug by the plug
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner. – Do not leave children unattended near the body.
This appliance has been identified in accordance with the European washing machine!
– Children must not play with the appliance.
Directive 2002/96/EG on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
– Children must not perform any cleaning or
Turn on the tap
(WEEE).
The Directive specifies the framework for an EU-wide valid return and maintenance work without supervision!
recycling of waste appliances. – Keep pets away from the washing machine!

Contents Page
ʋ Intended use ................................................................................... 1
ʋ Preparation ......................................................................................... 2
ʋ Washing ........................................................................................... 3/4
ʋ Display information,Option buttons ................................................ 5 Compartment II: Detergent for the main
ʋ Additional functions .......................................................................... 6 Start/Reload Programme selector wash, water softener, bleach, stain
ʋ Programme overview........................................................................ 7 For switching the machine on remover
ʋ Safety instructions.............................................................................. 8 For starting / pausing the washing and off and for selecting the
ʋ Important information ........................................................................ 8 cycle programme. Can be rotated Compartment ~ : Fabric softener,
ʋ Cleaning and care ....................................................................... 9/10 in either direction impregnating agent, starch
ʋ Consumption values........................................................................ 11
ʋ Fault display ...................................................................................... 11 Compartment I: Detergent for pre–wash
ʋ Customer service ............................................................................. 12
ʋ Technical specification.................................................................... 12
ʋ What to do if...................................................................................... 13 F

Protection of the environment/Conservation tips

– Load the maximum amount of laundry for the particular
programme:
cottons 5,5kg; Easy care 2,6kg; Delicate 2,0kg; Wool 2,0kg
– Wash normally soiled laundry without prewash.
– Select Hygiene ā 60 ॕ with additional function Intensive º (do
not select additional function Speed wash ē), to achieve a good
cleaning result with significantly lower energy consumption.
– Dose detergent according to the manufacturer’s instructions Display panel/Option buttons Additional functions
and water hardness.
– If the laundry is to be subsequently dried in a tumble dryer, select Indicates the settings which have In addition to the programme if
a spin speed as specified by the dryer manufacturer. been selected required

1 2
 The machine was tested before leaving the factory.To remove any
water left over from testing procedures, the first washing cycle should
be carried out without any laundry in the machine a Page 8.
Sort and load the laundry
Follow manufacturer’s care information.
Sort according to the information on the care labels.
Sort according to type, colour, level of soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load a Page 1.
Observe the instructions in the Important information section aPage 8!
Load both large and small items of washing together.
Close the washing machine door
Take care not to trap any items of clothing
between the loading door and rubber seal.
Add detergent and care product
Add the appropriate amount according to:
Amount of laundry, level of soiling, water hardness (ask your water
supply company) and manufacturer’s instructions.
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser.
During operation: take care when opening the detergent drawer.
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
This prevents blockages.
Set the programme
For detailed programme information, see programme overviewapage 7.
For option buttons a page 5.
Select additional functions
For additional functions a page 6.
Press the Start/Reload $button
The programme starts.
Washing 10 Removing the laundry
Open the washing machine door and remove the laundry.
1 Leave the door and detergent drawer open to allow the
interior of the machine to dry.
9 Turn off the tap
Detergent drawer
with dispenser II, ~, I 8 Switch off
– If the childproof lock is active,deactivate it a page 6.
2 Drum – Set Programme selector to Off.
Control panel
Door handle
7 Programme ended when ...
– “>” and “‡” appear on the display field, and the
buzzer sounds.
3 –“ ” appear on the display field, and the buzzer
sounds. a page 5 Special symbol
Changing the programme ...
If you have accidentally selected the wrong programme:
– If the childproof lock is active,deactivate it a page 6.
– Turn the programme selector to a newly selected
programme.
– If required, select additional functions.
– Press the Start/Reload $button, new programme
starts.
Pausing a programme ...
If you would like to pause a programme while it is running
without changing the sequence:
– If the childproof lock is active,deactivate it a page 6.
4 – Press the Start/Reload $button:
ʋ When “ ” and “‡” flash on the display field, wait for
at least 2 minutes.
ʋ When “ ” and “‡ ” appear, the door can be
opened. If required, add/remove the laundry.
5 Maintenance cover ʋ If “ ” appears for a prolonged period, the door can-
not be opened for reasons of your safety.
– Press the Start/Reload $button to continue the
programme.
... or terminate the programme
6 If you would like to terminate a programme:
– If the childproof lock is active,deactivate it a page 6.
– Turn the programme selector to Å Spin/Empty>.
– Press the Start/Reload $button.
– Remove the laundry after the spinning cycle.
3 4
Display information, Option buttons Additional functions
ʑ Display Informationþüwash: Not on if Rinse 2or Å Spin/Empty >is selected ʑ Buttons for additional functions
Speed wash ē
In addition to the programme if required
Shorten the washing time. For slightly soiled items.
flashing: too much detergent used a page 13 If the function is selected, programme duration and max. load will be
changed.
2üRinse: Not on if Å Spin/Empty >is selected
Rinse plus 2 Additional rinse cycles,extended washing time.
Å Spin: Not on if “ ” Rinse hold is selected
for programme status For areas with very soft water or for further improvement of the rinsing
‡üOn: the door can be opened; result.
flashing (after programme starts): the door was not closed correctly
Intensive º Extend the washing time for a more intensive washing of heavily soiled
( On: childproof lock is activated; items.
flashing: the setting was changed a page 6
Additional functions can be combined.
90 ॕ : Default washing temperature ; Cold ॕ : cold wash The indicator lights of the buttons come on, if additional functions are active.
800 Å: Default spin speed of the programme
Switching off the additional function:Touch the button again.The indicator light goes out.
: Special symbol a page 5 Special symbol
1:30: Expected programme duration
Display Information
24 hours: Select Finish in time ʑ Childproof lock Programme will not be changed by accidental operation.
– Activating the childproof lock: After the programme starts, press Start/Reload $and hold
Display information
depends on the >: End of programme down for 5 seconds until the (üsymbol is displayed.
chosen programme : Fault displays a page 11 The (üsymbol flashes if any setting is inadvertently changed.

: “YES” if the door can be opened or “NO” if it cannot be – Deactivating the childproof lock: Press Start/Reload $ and hold down for 5 seconds until
opened during “Pause” period the (üsymbol goes out.
– If the programme is ended or any setting is changed, deactivate the childproof lock.
ʑ Option buttons You can change the default spin speed and temperature even while
the selected programme is running. – If the programme is changed while the childproof lock is activated, the (üsymbol flashes,
the programme which is running will continue.
Washing temperature ॕ – If the childproof lock is deactivated while the programme selector is in a different position
You can change the indicated washing temperature. The maximum washing temperature which from when the childproof lock was activated, the programme which is currently running be
can be selected depends on the chosen programme. a page 7 halted.
Spin speed Å
You can change the indicated spin speed. The maximum spin speed is 900rpm/min. The ʑ Signal
maximum spin speed which can be selected depends on the chosen programme. The default 1. Start the signal
spin speed cannot be changed during the Soaking  programme. You can also set “ ”a mode
Special symbol +
Finish in time 
Before a programme starts, you can specify by how many hours later the programme is to be Set to Off Press and hold 1 step Release the
ended. and clockwise button to find
2. Set volume for... Button signals Information the number
– Press Finish in  button until the required number of hours is shown. The Finish in time can for incorrect
be set in hour increments up to a maximum of 24 hours. signals
button
– Press Start/Reload $, the Finish in time starts counting down.
You can pause the programme to open the door even if the Finish in time is active.

ʑ Special symbol
– Except for the Å Spin/Empty >and Soaking  programmes, press the Å button to set
directly
set volume* 1 step set volume* Set to Off
clockwise
“ ” (Rinse hold); the load is held in the final rinsing water. When the programme has *If required, set the volume
ended, “ ” appear. Select programme Å Spin/Empty > or directly press Å to select spin repeatedly.
speed to spin the laundry.
– When the Å Spin/Empty >programme is selected, press the Å button to set “ ”, the ʑ Sleep mode
If you do not operate the machine for about five minutes after selecting the programme or
programme is then defined as Empty; If “ ” is not set, the programme is defined as Spin.
programme end, the display information goes out to save power.
– When the Empty >and Soaking  programmes have ended, and “ ‡ü” appears on
the display field, it means the whole process is finished. – If required, press any button, and all information will be displayed again.
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 Programme overview (see also the information on page 5/6)
Compartment *
Programmes




ॕ Type of laundry
II ~ I
Speed wash* *
Rinse plus* *
Intensive* *

.JY 1 cold - 40 Textiles made of cotton and easy-care textiles 

$PUUPO
LF cold - 90 Hard-wearing textiles, heat-resistant textiles made of cotton or linen 

cold - 90 Energy-intensive programme for heavily soiled hard-wearing textiles made 

1SFXBTI 7 from cotton or linen
&BTZ
DBSF I cold - 60 Easy-Care textiles made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres or blended fabrics 

%FMJDBUF4JML “ cold - 40 For delicate, washable textiles, e.g. made of silk, satin, synthetic fibres or 
blended fabrics
hand and machine washable wool or wool-rich textiles,e.g. cashmere, 
: 8PPM O cold - 40 For
ohair or angora. Also suited for hand washable silk
4VQFS
࣐࣐ / cold - 40 Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen,short programme 
4QPSUTXFBS $ cold - 40 Fabrics made from microfibre
+FBOT ” cold - 40 Dark easy-care textiles 


0VUEPPS W cold - 40 Especially for outer wear made of cotton or synthetic fibres

#VTJOFTT
TIJSU ’ cold - 60 Non-iron shirts made of cotton, linen, synthetics fibres or blended fabrics 
)ZHJFOF ā cold - 60 Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen 
4PBLJOH  cold - 30

















3JOTF 2
Single spin programme or single empty programme a page 5 Special
Å 4QJO&NQUZ >
symbol
*
: obligatory; : optional
** After selecting the additional function, the programme duration will be changed accordingly. If the default addition function Speed Wash
is deactivated, the max. load will be changed .

For further information and a selection of our products Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH 9000659502
go to our web site: http://www.bosch-home.com Carl -Wery-Str.34 WAX18260IN
0412

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or contact our customer service centres D-81739 Munich/Germany

Safety instructions
– Read and follow the operating and installation instructions and all other information
enclosed with the washing machine.
– Retain documents for subsequent use.
Risk of electric – Never pull out the mains plug by pulling on the power cord.
shock – Never insert/pull out the mains plug with wet hands.
– Make sure the cable is plugged into a socket which is correctly
connected to a reliable earth connection.
Risk of death Appliances which have reached the end of their service life:
– Pull out the mains plug.
– Sever the power cord and discard together with the plug.
– Destroy the lock on the washing machine door.
This will prevent children from locking themselves in and putting their
lives at risk.
Risk of suffocation – Keep packaging, plastic film and packaging parts out of the reach of
children.
Risk of poisoning – Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children.
Risk of explosion – Caused by detergents containing solvents, e.g. stain remover. Items
of washing pre-treated with solvent naphtha may cause an explosion
after being loaded into the washing machine. Rinse such items
thoroughly by hand before putting them in the washing machine.
Risk of injury – Washing machine door may become very hot.
– Take care when draining hot detergent solution.
– Do not climb on the washing machine.
– Do not lean on the washing machine door when it is open.
– Make sure that the pump cap is screwed on when the machine is
running, avoid water leakage and touching the components of pump
when they are in operation.
– Risk of electric shock.
Cleaning and care Pull out the mains plug.
– Risk of explosion. No solvents.
Clean machine housing, control panel
– Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
– Do not use abrasive detergents.
– Immediately remove washing and cleaning agent residue.
– Do not clean the appliance with a water jet.
Clean the detergent drawer ...
... if it contains detergent or fabric softener residue.
1. Pull out, depress the insert and remove the drawer completely.
2. Remove insert: Press the insert upwards with your finger.
3. Clean the detergent dispenser and the insert with water and a brush.
4. Refit the insert and secure in place.
5. Insert the detergent drawer.
Leave the detergent drawer open so that residual water can evaporate.
Drum
Leave the washing machine door open so that the drum can dry.
Rust stains – use chlorine–free cleaning agent, not steel wool.
Descaling No laundry in the machine!
This should be not be necessary if the detergent is dispensed correctly. However, follow the
instructions of the descaler manufacturer.

Important information Frost protection

Preparing/Protecting the laundry and the machine If the washing machine is located in a room which is exposed to freezing temperatures, any
– Brush sand out of pockets and cuffs/collars. residual water in both the pump and the water inlet hose must be drained every time after the
machine is used.
– Check for metal items (paperclips, etc.).
– Trousers, knitwear and knitted textiles, e.g. jersey garments,T-shirts or sweatshirts should – Draining the pump a Page 10 Detergent solution pump
be turned inside out. – Draining the water inlet hose:
– Wash delicates in a net/bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras). 1. Turn the tap off.
– Close zips,fasten pillow cases/cushion covers. 2. Unscrew the hose from the tap and the rear of the appliance, drain out the water left inside
– Remove curtain runners or tie up in a net/bag. the inlet hose.
Laundry with different levels of soiling 3. Before the next wash, screw the hose back on and check for leaks.
Wash new items separately.
Light Do not prewash.
If required, pre-treat stains. Select Prewash 7 programme.
Heavy Load less laundry. Select Prewash 7programme.

Before washing for the first time

Do not put any laundry in the washing machine. Turn on the tap, fill approx. 1 litre of water
and then pour ½ a measuring cup of detergent into dispenser II. Set the Easy care I40 ॕ
programme and select Start/Reload $.
At the end of the programme, set the programme selector to Off.
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 – Risk of scalding. Allow detergent
Cleaning and care solution to cool down.
– Turn off the tap. Consumption values
Additional Electricity Programme
Detergent solution pump Programme Load Water**
1 option consumption** duration**
– Set the programme selector to Off, pull out the mains plug.
$PUUPO
LF
 ॕ Speed wash 3.5kg 0.53kwh 36 l 0:55 h
1. Open and remove the maintenance cover.
2 1SFXBTI 7 ॕ Speed wash 3.5kg 0.73kwh 49 l 1:19 h
&BTZ
DBSF I ॕ Speed wash 2.6kg 0.39kwh 45 l 0:51 h
%FMJDBUF4JML “  ॕ Speed wash 2.0kg 0.27kwh 35 l 0:36 h
2. Carefully unscrew the pump cover - do not remove it completely.
: 8PPM O ॕ - 2.0kg 0.21kwh 35 l 0:43 h
3. Let the water drain into a shallow container (let the remainder drip )ZHJFOF ā÷ ॕ Speed wash 3.5kg 0.55kwh 36 l 1:25 h
onto a floor cloth). Repeat the operation until there is no water left.
)ZHJFOF ā÷ ॕ Intensive * 5.2kg 0.98kwh 55 l 3:56 h
* Programme setting for testing and energy labelling in accordance with GB standard.
** The values may deviate from the indicated values depending on water pressure, hardness, and
4. Remove the pump cover. Remove foreign material/fluff from inside the inlet temperature, ambiente temperature, type, amount and soiling of the laundry, detergent used,
pump. 2 fluctuations in the power supply and selected additional functions.
5. Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housing
(fan impeller in the detergent solution pump must be able to rotate). 1

6. Refit the pump cover and screw on tightly.

7. Insert the maintenance cover and close it. Fault displays

E:17 – Tap turned on?
To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the outlet during the next – Water inlet hose kinked or jammed?
wash: pour 1 litre of water into dispenser II and start the Å Spin/Empty>
programme. – Filter blocked? Clean filter a Page 10
– Water pressure too low?
Filter in the water inlet hose E:18 – Loose debris is blocking the pump, clean the pump a Page 10
– Drainage hose blocked?
Other displays Switch off the appliance, wait 5 seconds and switch it back on.
Reduce the water pressure in the supply hose:
If the display appears again, call customer service.
1. Turn off the tap.
2. Select any programme (except Å Spin/Empty >).
3. Press Start/Reload $. Leave programme running for approx. 40 seconds.
4. Set the programme selector to Off. Pull out the mains plug.

Clean the filter:

1. Remove the hose from the tap.
Clean the filter with a small brush.

or

Remove the hose from the rear of the appliance.

Remove filter with pliers and clean.

2. Reconnect the hose and check for leaks.

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Customer service What to do if ...
ʑ Before calling customer service, please check whether you can eliminate the fault yourself
a page 13 What to do if... ʑ Water is running out. – Fit/refit drainage hose.
– Tighten screw–fitting on the supply hose.
Start/Reload $not selected?
ʑ If you require advice, even during the warranty period, you will incur the costs for the callout
of a technician. ʑ Water not flowing in.
Detergent not washed in.
–
–
–
Tap not open?
Filter blocked? Clean filter a Page 10.
ʑ The contact details for all countries can be found in the enclosed after-sales service
directory.
– Water inlet hose kinked or jammed?

ʑ When calling customer service, please give details of your address, telephone number,
fault description, purchase date, product number (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD)
ʑ Washing machine door cannot be – Safety function active. Programme stopped?
opened. – Water in drum? Select Å Spin/Empty >programme.
– Start/Reload $not selected or Finish in time is
of the appliance to prevent unnecessary callouts. This will save you additional costs.
These numbers are shown on the rating plate
ʑ Programme does not start.
selected?
– The ‡ üsymbol flashes, washing machine door not
E-Nr. FD which can be found on the frame of the open closed properly.
door and also on the rear of the appliance.
Product number Production number
ʑ Detergent solution is not drained. – Clean detergent solution pump a Page 10.
– Clean drainage hose.

Rely on the professionalism of the manufacturer. Please contact us.

This will ensure that the repair is carried out by trained service technicians who arrive
ʑ Additional function could not be
activated for the selected
programme.
– Can the additional function be selected? a Page 7,
programme overview.
equipped with genuine spare parts for your appliance.
ʑ Water not visible in the drum. – Not a fault - water below the visible area.

ʑ Spin cycle actuated several times. – Not a fault - unbalanced load detection system adjusts
imbalance.
– Prewash 7 programme not selected?
ʑ Detergent in chamber I is not
washed away.

Technical specifications ʑ Detergent residue in the detergent – Detergent is damp or lumpy, clean the detergent
dispenser dispenser a Page 9.
– Use the dosing aid for liquid detergent.

a= 600 mm
ʑ Foam is emerging from the
detergent drawer.
The þüsymbol flashes
– Too much detergent used?
Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric conditioner with ½ a litre of
water and pour into dispenser II in the detergent drawer.
b= 560 mm – Reduce detergent dosage for the next wash cycle.

c c= 850 mm
Net weight 64 kg
ʑ Excessive noise, vibration and
“wandering” during spin cycle.
– Appliance feet fixed?
Secure appliance feet a Installation instructions.
– Transportation bolt removed?
Remove transportation bolt a Installation instructions.

ʑ Display panel/indicator lights do – Power failure?

not function while the appliance is – Circuit breaker tripped? Reset the circuit breaker/
running. change the fuse.
– If the fault occurs repeatedly, contact customer service.
b
a
ʑ Programme sequence longer than – Not a fault-unbalanced load detection system is
usual adjusting the imbalance by repeatedly distributing the
laundry .
– Not a fault-foam detection system active.

ʑ Detergent residues on the laundry – Occasionally, phosphate-free detergents contain water-

insoluble residues.
– Select Rinse 2 or brush the laundry after washing.

ʑ Washing result not satisfactory – Soiling is greater than expected? Select a suitable
programme.
– Detergent is underdosed?

ʑ If you cannot correct a fault yourself or a repair is required:

– Set the programme selector to Off and pull the mains plug out of the socket.
– Turn off the tap and call customer service.

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