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Washing machine WAW32699SN en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions...
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Your new washing machine Display rules : Warning! You have chosen a Bosch washing machine. This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly dangerous Please take a few minutes to read and situation. Not heeding the warning can become familiar with the advantages of cause death or injuries.
Intended use Cleaning and maintenance . . . 30 Intended use ..31 Machine housing/control panel I n t e n d e d u s e ......31 Drum For private domestic use only.
Safety instructions Reaching into the drum Safety instructions ■ when it is turning can cause injuries to hands. S a f e t o n s u c t i i n s t r Electrical safety Do not reach into the drum when it is turning.
Safety instructions Safety for children Warning Risk of poisoning! Warning Detergents and care products Danger of death! may be poisonous if If children play with the washing consumed. machine, they may get into life- Keep detergents and care threatening situations or injure products out of the reach of themselves.
Environmental protection Information on energy and water ■ Environmental consumption: ~ Page 10 The displays provide information protection about the relative level of energy and o n m e n t a l E n v i r c t i p r o t e water consumption in the selected Packaging/used appliance...
Main points in brief Main points in brief M a i n p o i n t b r i e Connect the mains Open the door. To switch on, press Select a plug. Turn on the the # button. programme, e.g.
Getting to know the appliance Getting to know the appliance i n g G e t t k n o w t h e a n c e a p p l i Washing machine Detergent drawer ~ Page 23 Operating/display panel Door with door handle 9S Open the door...
Getting to know the appliance Control panel All the buttons are sensitive P Child lock (E 3 sec.) Note: (except for the main switch) and only to prevent the set functions from need to be pressed lightly. being changed accidentally: Press and hold the Ready in (ñ) + and - button at the same time for ( Main switch...
Laundry Some examples of soiling levels can Laundry be found on ~ Page 13 – Light: Do not prewash, select the L a u n d r y SpeedPerfect setting if Prepare the laundry necessary – Normal Caution! – Heavy: Load less laundry, select Damage to the appliance/fabrics a programme with prewash Foreign objects (e.g.
Detergent Saving energy and detergent Detergent For light and normal soiling, you can g e n t D e t e r save energy (lower washing Correct selection of detergent temperature) and detergent. The care label is crucial for selecting Saving Soiling/note the correct detergent, temperature and...
Overview of programmes Overview of programmes O v e r v i p r o g r a m m e s Programmes on the programme selector Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Programme name Max. load Brief explanation of the programme and for which fabrics it is Temperature that can be selected suitable.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Max. 4 kg Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics Ž - 40 °C $, 0 - 1600** rpm EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, Prewash (T), Power rinse ('), Easy-Iron (p) Detergent è, fabric softener è Delicates / Silk Max.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Rinse / Spin Extra rinse/spin with selectable speed Note: . The Power rinse (') button is set by default for this $, 0 - 1600** rpm programme. If you require a spin cycle only, press the button to Easy-Iron (p) deactivate the function.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Allergy Plus Max. 7 kg/5* kg Hard-wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen Ž - 60 °C Note: . Particularly suited to washing items that need to be $, 0 - 1600** rpm hygienically clean and especially kind to sensitive skin thanks to EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, the longer wash cycle at a defined temperature, higher water...
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Sportswear Max. 2 kg Sportswear and leisurewear made from microfibre fabrics Ž - 40 °C Notes $, 0 - 800 rpm Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener. ■ EcoPerfect, SpeedPerfect, Before washing, clean the detergent drawer thoroughly (all ■...
Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Automatic intensiv Max. 6 kg More intensive treatment of the laundry; 60 °C The degree of soiling and the type of fabric are automatically $, 1400 rpm detected and the washing sequence and intelligent dosage are adjusted accordingly.
Programme default settings The maximum speed that can be set Programme default depends on the model and programme that has been selected. settings P r o g r a m m e d e f a u l i n g s s e t t Ready in The default programme settings are...
Operating the appliance Prewash Operating the appliance For heavily soiled laundry. i n g O p e r a t t h e a n c e a p p l i Preparing the washing Notes If intelligent dosage is selected, the machine ■...
Operating the appliance The indicator light on the programme selector lights up and the default programme settings for the selected programme appear in the display panel. Temperature ■ Spin speed ■ The maximum load and the duration ■ of the programme (alternately) The A button indicator lamp flashes The indicator light for the i-DOS and the programme settings appear in...
Operating the appliance The settings are activated without Add less detergent to the next washing needing to be confirmed. cycle with the same load. If you want to lock the programme to Notes prevent it from being inadvertently The i-DOS settings are saved until ■...
Operating the appliance Continue the programme by: To continue the programme, press the A button. The programme continues Pressing the A button or ■ automatically. Changing the spin speed, or setting ■ the programme selector to Drain Notes and then pressing the A button. Do not leave the door open for too ■...
Intelligent dosing system Notes Intelligent dosing Only use easy-pour liquid products ■ system and gels that the manufacturer recommends adding to the l i g e n t I n t e l d o s i n g s y s t e m detergent drawer.
Intelligent dosing system If intelligent dosagei-DOS w or and i-DOS w are saved for each ■ i-DOS i has been selected, the programme until they are changed corresponding indicator lights up. again, even if the washing machine is If intelligent dosage has not been switched off.
Intelligent dosing system Below is an example of detergent The settings are saved until Note: dosages on a packaging label: they are changed again, even if the machine is switched off. Degree of soiling → very Manual dosage light normal heavy Water heavy hardness ↓...
Appliance settings If dosing detergent manually, do not ■ add additional detergent to the intelligent dosage dispenser (set intelligent dosage to "off" ö). This will prevent overdosing and foaming. Dilute viscous fabric softener and ■ fabric conditioner with water to prevent blockages.
Sensors Selecting/deselecting the and ensures even distribution of the laundry by repeatedly starting and appliance automatic switch- stopping drum spinning. If the laundry is extremely unevenly distributed, the speed is reduced or the With the programme selector in position spin cycle is not performed for safety 4, press the Ready in + or - button to reasons.
Cleaning and maintenance surfaces and components in the i-DOS detergent draw and its machine. housing Do not use cleaning agents that contain solvents. Emptying the dispensers: The dispensers have emptying Prevent detergent residue from outlets with removable sealing plugs building up and odours from forming at the front.
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Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning the dispensers/detergent drawer: The detergent drawer can be removed completely to allow you to clean to dispensers after you have emptied them. a) Empty the dispensers before removing the drawer. – Protect the rear drawer connector Only put the drawer handle Note: against water, detergent or fabric-...
Cleaning and maintenance The drain pump is blocked, Carefully unscrew the pump cover; residual water may leak out. emergency draining Clean the interior, pump-cover thread and pump housing. The Warning impeller in the drain pump must be Risk of scalding! able to rotate.
Faults and what to do about them. Re-attach the drain hose and secure Connect the hose and check for the connection point using the hose leaks. clamp. Filter in the water supply blocked Faults and what to do First, reduce the water pressure in the about them.
Faults and what to do about them. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the mains plug. Drain the water ~ Page 33 Pull the emergency release downwards with a tool and release. The door can then be opened. Information on the display panel Display Cause/Remedy - P - and ÿ...
Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy Water is leaking out. Attach the drain hose correctly or replace it. ■ Tighten the screw connection of the drain hose. ■ The machine is not filling Have you pressed the A button? ■...
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Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy The programme is taking Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an ■ longer than usual. imbalance by repeatedly distributing the laundry. Not a fault – the foam detection is system active – a rinse cycle has been ■...
After-sales service Faults Cause/Remedy - P - and ÿ appear in the The door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. display panel when the cycle is paused. If you cannot rectify a fault yourself (after switching the machine off and on again) or a repair is required: Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug.
Consumption rates Consumption rates C o n s u m p t i r a t e s Energy and water consumption, programme duration and residual moisture for the main washing programmes (approximate values) Programme Load Energy Water Programme consumption* consumption* duration* Cottons 20 °C...
Technical data Efficiency test programmes for cotton fabrics The following programmes (standard programmes, indicated by ü) are suitable for cleaning normally soiled cotton fabrics and are the most efficient with respect to combined energy and water consumption. Standard programmes for Cottons in accordance with the (EU) directive no. 1015/2010 Programme + temperature + button Load Approximate programme...
Positioning and connecting connect the water drain hose to a siphon. Useful tools Spirit level for aligning ■ Spanner with: ■ – WAF13 for loosening the transport braces, and – WAF17 for aligning the appliance feet Safety instructions Warning Risk of injury! The washing machine is very heavy.
Positioning and connecting Installing the appliance in a Notes In addition to the safety information kitchenette ■ listed here, the local water and electricity supplier may have special Warning requirements. Danger of death! If in doubt, have the appliance ■ There is a risk of electric shock if you connected by a specialist.
Positioning and connecting Take the hoses out of the holders. Right-hand connection ■ Unscrew and remove all four transport brace screws. Remove the sleeves. To do this, remove the mains cable from the holders. The following are available from Tip: specialist dealers/customer services: Extension for Aqua-Stop and cold ■...
Positioning and connecting Do not alter (shorten, cut through) Model: Aqua-Secure ■ ■ the water supply hose (otherwise its strength is no longer guaranteed). Only tighten the screw connections ■ by hand. If the screw connections are tightened too much with a tool (pliers), the thread may become damaged.
Positioning and connecting sucked back into the appliance and Levelling may damage the appliance/fabrics. Align the appliance using a spirit level. Make sure that: The plug does not block drainage Incorrect alignment may result in loud ■ from the washbasin. noises, vibrations and machine The end of the drain hose is not "movement".
Positioning and connecting Electrical connection Before washing for the first time Warning The washing machine was thoroughly Danger of death! tested before leaving the factory. To There is a risk of electric shock if you remove any water that may be left over touch live components.
Positioning and connecting Transportation Installing the transport braces: Remove the covers and keep them E.g. when moving house in a safe place. Use a screwdriver if necessary. Caution! Risk of damage to the appliance caused by detergent/fabric softener leaking from the dispensers. Leaking detergent/fabric softener can prevent the appliance from working correctly, e.g.
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3 pence per minute. A call set-up fee of up 6 pence may apply.) 01450 2655 (0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute.) You can find the contact information for all countries in the attached after-sales service directory. Robert Bosch, Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34 81739 München DEUTSCHLAND...