Bosch Wvd2452bgb

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Operating and Installation
Instructions

Please read these operating and installation instructions and all
other information enclosed with the washer-dryer and act
accordingly.

Table of Contents
Operating instructions

Information concerning waste disposal . . . . . . . . . 4
Protection of the environment / hints and tips . . . . 5
General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Introducing your washer-dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Before using your washer-dryer for the first time . 13
Preparing, sorting and loading the laundry . . . . . 14
Detergents and cleaning products . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Programmes and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Washing/drying with standard settings . . . . . . . . 28
Washing/drying with individual settings . . . . . . . . 31
During washing/drying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
When the programme has ended . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Special applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Help with minor problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Consumption values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Customer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Installation
instructions

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Installing, connecting and transporting . . . . . . . . . 55

The new washer-dryer which you have just purchased
is a modern, high-quality domestic appliance.
Your washer-dryer is distinguished by its economical
consumption of energy, water and detergent.
Each washer-dryer which leaves our factory is checked
carefully to ensure that it functions properly and is in
perfect condition. If you have any questions especially
with respect to installing and connecting your
washer-dryer - please do not hesitate to contact our
customer service department.
Further information and a selection of our products can
be found on our internet page:
http://www.bosch-home.com
These operating and installation instructions describe
various models. Differences are indicated in the
appropriate places.
Retain all documentation for subsequent use or for the
next owner of the appliance.

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Information concerning waste disposal
Disposing of the
packaging

The shipping package has protected your new
appliance on its way to your home. All utilised materials
are ecologically harmless and recyclable. Please
contribute to a better environment by disposing of
packaging materials in an environmentally conscious
manner.
Please ask your dealer or inquire at your local authority
about current means of disposal.

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Risk of choking!
Do not let children play with packaging and associated
parts. Risk of choking on plastic film and collapsible
boxes.

Disposing of your old
appliance

Old appliances are not worthless rubbish! Environment-conscious recycling can reclaim valuable raw
materials.

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Danger of death!
Unplug mains plug on redundant appliances. Cut off
mains cable and discard with mains plug.
Destroy the lock on the door. To prevent playing
children from becoming trapped and endangered,
ensure that the door locking mechanism is disabled.

Packaging and old
applicances

Unpack the appliance and dispose of the packaging in
an environmentally-responsible manner.
This appliance is labelled in accordance with European
Directive 2002/96/EC concerning used electrical and
electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic
equipment - WEEE).

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The guideline determines the framework for the return
and recycling of used appliances as applicable
throughout the EU.

Protection of the environment / hints and
tips
Your washer-dryer uses water, energy and detergent
efficiently, thereby protecting the environment and
reducing your household costs. See page 53 for
consumption values of your appliance .
Hints and tips

Using your washer-dryer in an efficient and
environmentally friendly manner:
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Take advantage of recommended load quantity.
The recommended load quantity is indicated in the
display field according to the selected programme.
With smaller amounts of laundry, the load adjust
reduces the water and energy consumption.

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Select the Cottons Eco
60 °C with Wash Plus
È programme instead of Cottons F 90°C. The
longer washing time in this 60 °C programme
means that the cleaning effects are comparable
with those of a 90 °C programme, although the
power consumption is considerably lower.
Do not use prewash for lightly to normally soiled
washing.
Add detergent according to the degree of soiling,
amount of laundry and water hardness, and
observe the detergent manufacturer's instructions.
If washing is then to be dried in the appliance,
select the higher spin speed - because the more
water that is spun out of the appliance, the less
time and energy is required to dry it, and get a
good drying performance. In case of cotton,
≥1000rpm spin speed is recommended; in case of
easycare, 800rpm spin speed is recommended.

General safety instructions
Your washer-dryer is intended for use
– use in the household only,
– for washing machine-washable fabrics in washing
lye,
– operation with cold drinking water and
commercially available detergents and cleaning
products which are suitable for use in washing
machines.
Do not leave children unsupervised near the
washer-dryer.
Keep pets away from the washer-dryer.
Do not insert/pull out the mains plug with wet hands.
Do not pull out the mains plug by tugging the cable.
Do not touch the loading door when washing/drying at
high temperatures.
Caution when draining hot water.
Do not climb onto the washer-dryer.
Do not lean on the open washer-dryer door.
Due to the use of the condensation principle in drying,
please keep the connected water tap open during the
drying process, otherwise the drying programme
cannot start, please see page 49 "Help with minor
problems".

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Introducing your washer-dryer

Adding detergent/cleaning
product
Dispenser I:
Detergent for prewash or starch,
Dispenser II:
Detergent for main wash, soaking agent,
water softener, bleach or stain remover,
Dispenser M:
Additives, e.g. fabric softener or former (do
not fill above the lower edge of the insert
1),

Opening...

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and closing the door

Service flap

Control panel
Touch buttons for additional options

Display panel

(in addition to the programme if required)
Rinse Plus ' : Additional rinsing cycle

Indicates the settings which have been selected
(e.g. washing temperature, spin speed, drying
duration, finish in time, childproof lock) as well as
programme progress.

Wash Plus È : Intensive wash
Reduced Ironing Q : Gentle spin
Prewash ! : Actuate prewash.
Additional options can be combined.
The indicator lights of the buttons come on, if the
additional options are active.
Switching off the additional option: Touch the button
again. Indicator light goes out.

Touch button °C Temp.
Selects the washing temperature or cold wash.
Touch button Í Spin
Selects the spin speed or no final spin.
Touch button ˆ Dry
Selects the drying time or dying mode.
Touch button 5 Finish in
Selects the finish in time. (delays the end of the
programme).

Start/Pause P -touch button

Programme selector

For starting the washing/drying cycle
(programme must have been selected). The
Pause function is not active during drying
process.

For switching the machine on and off and for
selecting the programme.
Can be rotated in either direction.
The programme selector does not rotate
while the programme is running, the
programme sequence is electronically
controlled.

* All buttons are sensitive, they only need to be touched gently!

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Display panel

Notes

Display
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N

Prewash

On if selected

Washing

Not on if Rinse P , Spin Í,
Drain
or Drying programme
was selected

O

Rinse

Not on if Spin P , Drain
Drying programme was
selected

Í

Final spin / Empty

Not on if a programme with the
"- - -" setting (without final spin)
or drying programme is running

ˆ

Dry

On if the drying programmes or
drying time/mode was selected

Progress bar

For the programme status

Low water pressure

On if the water pressure is too
low.

*

Overdosage

On if too much detergent
dispensed

@

Childproof lock

On if selected

Fan

On if the drying programmes
and drying time was selected

60 °C* Washing temperature or
cold*
- - -*

Expected washing temperature

Cold wash.

1200* Spin speed or
No final spin

2:00* Drying duration or

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or

Default spin speed of the
programme or selected speed

AUTO* Drying mode

Expected drying programme
duration or auto drying.

1:30* Programme duration

Expected programme duration

Notes

Display
Other displays at this location:
24th* Finish in time

Selected finish in time

-0-

End of programme or

---

End of programme without
final spin or

PAUS Pause
OPEn Door can be opened
F:16* Fault displays

See page 49

Rinse cycle

Not on if there is no Rinse cycle
and additional rinse cycle was
not selected

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Door open

On if the door can be opened
during “Pause’’ period

H

Pause

On if the programme in pause.

* Example of the display
Programme status display

The first row of symbols and the progress bar below
form the programme status display. The progress bar
consists of a frame and several segments.
When the programme has started, the almost empty
bar is displayed which fills up with segments from left
to right while the programme is running.
The symbols indicate the programme section which is
running.
At the end of the programme all symbols have gone
out and the progress bar is full.

Low water pressure

The automatic system detects the press of water
supply and displays

* Overdosage

if the water pressure is low.

The automatic safety system detects excessive froth in
the appliance due to a highly frothing detergent or an
overdosage. This is indicated in the display field by the
* symbol. Dispense less detergent for the next wash
with similar items of washing (same degree of soiling
and wash load).
Overdosage of detergent may cause excessive froth
formation and impair the washing and rinsing results.
A rinse cycle is automatically run.

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² The * symbol goes out when the appliance switches off at the end of the programme or if the programme is changed.
@ Childproof lock

Fan

The activated childproof lock prevents the selected
programme from being changed while the programme
is running.
The fan works at the last period of drying duration for
cooling the laundry.
² Do not interrupt this cooling process.

Spin speed

The default spin speed is displayed depending on the
selected programme and additional functions.
You can change this speed, see page 32.

Washing temperature

The default washing temperature is displayed after
selecting the programme and it can be changed by
touching the °C button, see page 32.

Programme duration

When the programme has been selected, the expected
programme duration (time after which the programme
is expected to end) is displayed.
The programme duration is displayed in hours and
minutes, e.g.
1:30 = 1 hour and 30 minutes
0:35 = 35 minutes.
When the programme has started, the programme
duration counts down in minutes.
When the programme ends, the displays shows -0-.
² While the programme is running, the programme
duration may be extended or reduced for the following reasons.
Reductions in time occur because of:
– small loads,
– reduced heating times, e.g. if the water is very hot,
– reduced washing temperature after the programme
has started,
– the laundry for drying with low residual moisture.

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Increases in time occur because of:
– additional rinse cycle if excessive foam is in the
laundry,
– multiple spinning if the laundry is distributed poorly
in the drum,
– increased heating times, e.g. when the water is too
cold,
– water pressure too low,
– selection of an additional option, e.g. Rinse Plus
' and/or Wash Plus È after the programme has
started,
– very absorbent washing extends the heating
duration,
– the laundry for drying is wet.
Finish in time

You can select the finish in time, see page 33.

Drying duration or automatic
drying

You can set the drying duration or automatic drying by
touching the Dry ˆ button, see page 29. When the
washing and drying without a break was selected, time
drying or auto drying duration will add in programme
duration automatically. Related programmes will
prolong 5-15 minutes for good washing performance.

Rinse cycles

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On if there is (are) rinse cycle(s) with the selected
programme or “Rinse Plus '” was selected. The symbol means “default rinse cycle(s) + selected
additional rinse cycle” by touching the “Rinse Plus '”
button.

Before using your washer-dryer for the first
time
Preparing your
washer-dryer

Attention
The washer-dryer must have been installed and
connected properly (refer to page 55).
² The washer-dryer was tested before leaving the
factory. To remove any water left over from
testing procedures, the first washing cycle should
be carried out without laundry in the machine.
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Turn the tap on.

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Pull out the detergent drawer all the way.

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Pour approx. 1 litre of water into chamber II of the
detergent dispenser.
Half fill the measuring beaker with detergent and
pour into chamber II.

² Do not use any special detergents for delicates or
woollens (excessive foam).
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Close the detergent drawer.

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Close the washer-dryer door.

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Set the programme selector to Cottons F
90 °C, see page 32.
Touch the Start/Pause P button.
The programme starts.

The programme ends when all symbols in the upper
row of the dispaly field go out, the progress bar is
completely filled and the programme duration is on -0-:
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Turn the programme selector to Off.

Preparing, sorting and loading the laundry
Preparing the laundry

Attention
Loose debris (e.g. coins, paper clips, needles, nails)
can damage items of clothing as well as parts of the
washer-dryer (e.g. drum).
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Empty all pockets on items of clothing.

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Brush sand out of pockets and cuffs/turn-ups.

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Close zips, fasten pillow cases/cushion covers.

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Remove curtain runners or tie up in a net/bag.

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Wash in a net/cushion cover:
– delicates, e.g. tights, curtains,
– small laundry items, e.g. socks, handkerchiefs,
– underwired bras (underwire may become
detached during washing and cause damage).

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Preparing laundry for
drying

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Trousers, knitwear and knitted textiles, e.g. jersey
garments, T-shirts or sweatshirts should be turned
inside out.

Only tumble-dry textiles which have been washed,
rinsed and spun.
Remove as much water as possible from the
laundry. Do not press the button for reducing the
spin speed.
Before tumble-drying, easy-care items should also
be spun using the appropriate spin programme
(see programme table).
In order to ensure uniform drying, sort the items
according to fabric type and degree of drying
required.

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Sorting the laundry

Easy-care items should if possible be removed
from the machine while still slightly damp and
allowed to continue drying in the open air.
Overdrying may cause excessive creasing.
Items which require ironing do not have to be
ironed immediately after being tumble-dried. It is a
good idea to fold or roll them together for a while,
so that any remaining moisture is evenly
distributed.

Attention
Washing may become discoloured. Do not wash
new coloured washing with other washing.

According to colour and
degree of dirt
White items may become grey. Wash white and
coloured items separately.

Degrees of dirt

Lightly soiled
No visible soiling or stains. Washing has probably
absorbed body odour.
– Light-weight summer clothing and sportswear worn
for several hours.
– T-shirts, shirts, blouses worn for up to one day.
– Bed linen, guest towels used for one day.

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Normally soiled
Visible soiling and/or a few light stains.
– T-shirts, shirts, blouses soaked in sweat or worn
several times.
– Underpants, briefs worn for one day.
– Tea towels, hand towels, bed linen used for up to
one week.
– Curtains (without nicotine soiling) used for up to six
months.
Very soiled
Visible soiling and/or stains.
– Kitchen towels used for up to one week. .
– Fabric serviettes.
– Baby bibs.
– Children's outer clothing or football jerseys and
shorts soiled with grass and/or earth.
– Work clothes, e.g. mechanic's overalls, baker's and
butcher's clothing.
Typical stains
– Skin grease, cooking oil/fat, sauces, mineral oil,
wax (containing fat/oil).
– Tea, coffee, red wine, fruit, vegetables (which can
be bleached).
– Blood, egg, milk, starch (containing protein,
carbohydrate).
– Soot, earth, sand (pigments), tennis clothing soiled
with red clay.

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Removing stains
Remove/pretreat stains as soon as possible after they
have occurred.
First dab with a soapy solution. Do not rub.
Then select the appropriate programme and wash the
item.
Stubborn/dried in stains can sometimes only be
removed by washing several times.
Sorting laundry according to
the instructions on the care
labels

Only wash laundry that is labelled with the following
care symbols:

89:;<

hard-wearing textiles, heat-resistant textiles
e.g. made from cotton or linen

>AB

for easy-care textiles
e.g. cotton, linen, synthetic materials or blended fabrics

E>FA

for easy-care, washable textiles
e.g. silk, satin, synthetic materials or blended fabrics
(e.g. curtains)

6E>FA

for hand and machine washable wool or wool-rich
textiles
e.g. cashmere, mohair or angora, also suited for hand
washable silk.
Do not wash laundry items which bear the following
care label in the washer-dryer:
.B= do not wash

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Only dry laundry that is labelled with the following
care symbols:

a= tumble-dry at normal heat setting (Normal drying)
`= tumble-dry at low heating setting (Delicate drying)
² The following textiles should not be tumble-dried:
– Laundry marked with the care symbol b= do not
tumble-dry
– Wollens or items containing wool.
– Risk of shrinking!
– Delicate fabric (silk, synthetic net curtains)
– Risk of creasing!
– Items containing foam rubber or similar material.
– Items which have been treated with inflammable
solvents, such as stain removes, petrol, paint
thinners. Explosion hazard!
– Items still containing hair lacquer or similar
substances. Dangerous vapors!
– Dripping-wet laundry. Waste of energy!

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Loading the laundry

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Risk of explosion!
Items of clothing that have been pretreated with
solvent-based cleaning agents, e.g. stain remover and
dry cleaning spirit, represent an explosion hazard once
loaded into the washer-dryer. Before loading the
laundry, rinse thoroughly by hand.
Attention
Foreign objects in the drum may damage the laundry.
Before loading the laundry, check that there is no
debris in the drum.
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Open the washer-dryer door.

Unfold the sorted items of clothing and place them
loosely into the drum. Mix large and small items.
Laundry items which vary in size are more evenly
distributed during thespin cycle.

² Do not exceed recommended loads. Overloading
will cause poor wash results and encourage
creasing.

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Close the washer-dryer door.
Take care not to trap any items of clothing between
the loading door and rubber seal.

Detergents and cleaning products
Dosing detergent

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Risk of poisoning!
Keep detergents and additives out of the reach of
children.
Dose detergent according to
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the water hardness. You can find out the water
hardness from your water utility company.
the amount of laundry.
the degree of soiling.
Information on soiling can be found on page 15.
the specifications of the detergent manufacturer.
The correct dosage reduces the impact on the
environment and produces a good washing result.

Pour liquid detergent into the corresponding
dispenser.
Too little detergent:
– The laundry is not washed clean and eventually
becomes grey and hard.
– Greyish-brown dots (grease spots) may stain the
laundry.
– The heating elements are calcifying.
Too much detergent:
– The environment is loaded.
– Excessive froth may be generated during the
wash cycle causing a reduction in the washing
mechanism. This may be the cause of poor
washing and rinsing results.

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Adding detergent/
cleaning product
Dispenser I
Detergent for prewash or starch.
Dispenser II
Detergent for main wash, water softener, pre-soaking
agent, bleach and stain removal product.
Dispenser M
Cleaning product, e.g. fabric softener or fabric
conditioner (do not fill above the lower edge of the
insert 1).
² Concentrated or viscous fabric softener or fabric
conditioner must be diluted with a little water before
it is poured into the dispenser (prevents the
overflow from becoming blocked).

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Pull out the detergent drawer all the way.

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Pour in detergent and/or cleaning product.

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Close the detergent drawer.

Programmes and functions
Programme selector

Select the desired programme.
² Programmes wash lightly soiled textiles in the
shortest possible time. For heavily soiled textiles
reduce the load or touch the Wash Plus È button!

Washing programmes

Cottons F cold-90°C, Cottons Eco B cold-60°C,
Sensitive K cold-60°C
Hard-wearing textiles, heat-resistant textiles made of
cotton or linen.
Cottons Eco 60°C Wash Plus È:
For stained, heavily soiled textiles, e.g. cotton or linen.
Energy and water saving programme. The longer
washing time in this 60 °C programme means that the
cleaning effects are comparable with those of a 90 °C
-programme, although the power and water
consumption is considerably lower.
Cottons 90 °C:
Energy-intensive programme for heat-resistant textiles,
e.g. made of cotton or linen.
To protect the waste-water pipes, the hot water is
mixed with approx. 7 litres of cold water and cooled
before being drained.
Delicate/Silk Q cold-30 °C
For delicate, washable textiles, e.g. silk, satin, synthetic
materials or blended fabrics (e.g. curtains).
Delicates cycle at 30 °C for hand and machine
wasable silk.
² We do not recommend washing these textiles with
other rougher textiles.
No spin between the rinse cycles.
Reduced spin speed.

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Wool Handwash : cold-40 °C
Hand and machine washable wool or wool-rich textiles,
e.g. cashmere, mohair or angora.
Also suited for hand washable silk.
Reduced spin speed.
Easy-Care À cold-60°C
Easy-care textiles, e.g. made of cotton, linen, synthetic
or blended fabrics.
Reduced spin speed.
Dark Wash > cold-40 °C
Dark easy-care textiles.
Reduced spin speed.
Sports Wash w cold-40 °C
Textiles for outdoor wear.
Reduced spin speed.
SuperQuick ] cold-40 °C
Easy-care textiles, e.g. made of cotton, linen, synthetic
or blended fabrics.
² Short programme approx.15 minutes suitable for
refreshing.
Reduced spin speed.
Mixed Load cold-40 °C
Time-optimised programme for lightly soiled cotton
textiles and easy-care textiles. Different types of
washing can be washed together.
Even suitable for washing new textiles before they are
worn for the first time.
² Wash white and coloured items separately. Do not
wash new coloured washing with other washing.
Reduced spin speed.

Hard-wearing textiles, heat-resistant textiles made of cotton or linen. Trocknungsprogra
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Drying programmes

Intensive Dry ˆ
For resistant fabrics a;
White and coloured cottons and linens.
Maximum load 2.5 kg
Gentle Dry Š
For delicate fabrics `;
Reduced drying temperature.
Easy-Care (drip-dry) laundry, such as synthetics and
fabric blends, as well as cotton with drip-dry finish, e.g.
viscose rayon, modern acrylic and polyester.
Maximum load 1.5 kg.
You can select automatic drying or time controlled
drying by touching the Dry ˆ button.

Automatic drying

During drying, the temperature sensor determines
the residual moisture. The drying time is modified
according to the machine load and the type of laundry.
During the drying cycle, the remaining time is
constantly updated in the display. In the continuous
wash+dry programme, the washing programme
determines the drying programme.
² Some items of laundry may still be damp. Dry damp
items subsequently using the time-controlled
programme. If it appears repeatedly, please use the
"Fine-adjustment" function to adjust the automatic
drying mode.
Fine-adjustment
Start “setting’’ mode:
step 1, 2, 3,4 and 5 are same as the setting steps for
volume adjustment, see Page 36.
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Step 6: Turn the programme selector 2 steps right.
0 appears in the display.

² 0:
1:
2:
3:
4:

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default setting, normal automatic drying;
automatic drying + extra 5 minutes drying;
automatic drying + extra 10 minutes drying;
automatic drying + extra 15 minutes drying;
automatic drying + extra 20 minutes drying.

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Touch Dry ˆ button to select desired automatic
drying mode. After setting, turn the programme
selector to off. The setting is stored.

The drying duration is the drying time you have set.

Time-controlled drying

Set the drying time using the Dry ˆ button.
² Time-controlled drying-15 minutes is the cooling
down programme. If a drying process is interrupted,
please select this programme to cool the laundry
before opening the loading door.
Guide values for drying times
Drying for too long causes the laundry to shrink or
crinkle and unnecessary energy consumption.
Therefore, avoid drying times that are too long.
² Warm items feel damper than cold ones. This could
lead to incorrect assumptions.
Cottons / Coloureds (cotton, linen)
Dry weight in kg

0.5

1.0

1.5

2.5

Recommended drying times (min)

Programm

Cupboard dry

50-60

60-70

70-80

90

Iron dry

40-50

50-60

60-70

70-80

Intensive Dry
ˆ

Easy-Care / Synthetics
Dry weight in kg

0.5

1.0

1.5

Recommended drying times (min)
Easy-Care
Acrylics

30-35

40-45

50-55

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25-30

Programm
Gentle Dy Š

² Drying times are approximate and refer to standard
loads.

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Programme options

Rinse P
Rinse cycle with subsequent spin cycle for rinsing
hand-washed items or for starching.
Touch the Rinse Plus ' button for desired additional
rinse cycle.
Reduced spin speed.
Spin Í
Spin cycle after a programme with setting “- - -”
(without final spin) or for spinning hand-washed
washing with selection of the required speed. Washing
water or rinsing water is drained before the spin cycle.
Drain
Water is drained after a programme with the “- - -”
(without final spin) setting on display panel for gentle
treatment of delicate laundry.

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Additional options ­
buttons
È Wash Plus

The washing time is extended so that highly soiled
washing or 5.0 kg of cottons/coloureds are washed
more intensively.
Touch the button in addition to the programme for the
following combinations of load and degree of soiling:
Amount of
laundry
5.0 kg

Programme and wash
plus button È
Cottons cold -60 °C
Sensitive K cold­60 ºC
Cottons Eco cold­60 ºC

up to 5 kg

Cottons 70-90 °C
Cottons cold-60 °C
Cottons Eco 60 °C

up to 2.5 kg

Easy-Care = cold-60 °C

up to 2 kg

Mixed Load cold-40°C
Dark Wash cold­40 ºC
Sports Wash cold-40°C
Delicates/Silk cold-30 ºC

Degree of soiling
lighty to normally soiled
normally soiled with
stains
normally soiled
normally to heavily soiled
normally to heavily soiled
with stains
normally to heavily soiled

' Rinse Plus

Additional rinsing of laundry.
Programme duration is extended accordingly.
Recommended in areas with very soft water.

Q Reduced Ironing

Gentler reduced spin cycle with subsequent fluffing.
After the spin cycle, the laundry is loose in the drumcreasing is reduced.

! Prewash

For very dirty, hard-wearing laundry, e.g. cotton or
linen. The maximum washing temperature of the
prewash is 30 °C. Prewash cannot be selected for
Wool and SuperQuick programme.

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Washing/drying with standard settings
Your washer-dryer can be used in three ways:
– washing only,
– drying only,
– washing and drying without a break in between.
² For uninterrupted washing and drying, the maximum
load must be reduce to 2.5 kg for
cottons/coloureds or 1.5 kg for easy-care.
² To achieve good washing/drying result for terry
towel, the recommended load is 4.0 kg for washing
and 2.0 kg for drying.
The specified standard settings are optimally adjusted
to the selected programme.
If you do not want to change these standard settings:

Washing
Example of Easy-Care 40 °C
programme:
■

■

Turn on the tap.
Turn the programme selector to the desired
programme.
"Start/Pause" indicator light flashes.

The following is displayed for the selected
programme.

– progress bar,
– default rinse cycle(s),
– default washing temperature,
– default spin speed,

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– drying duration (displays - - - -, i.e 0 min, if the
laundry needs to be dried, please refer to “settiong
the drying time’’),
– programme duration.
■

■

If required, touch the button(s) for additional
option(s). The programme duration, additional rinse
cycles and other parameters showed in display will
be changed accordingly.

Touch the "Start/Pause" button.
The programme starts. The indicator light remains
lit for the entire duration of the programme.

² The almost empty progress bar is indicated in the
display field. While the programme is running, the
programme duration counts down and the prgress
bar fills up with the segments. The symbol for the
running programme sections appears.

Drying
■

Turn on the tap.

² Due to the use of the condensation principle in
drying, please keep the connected water tap open
during the drying process.
² Turn the programme selector to Intensive Dry ˆ or
Gentle Dry Š.

■

Touch the Dry ˆ button to set the desired drying
time or automatic drying. The following is
displayed:

– progress bar,
– drying time or automatic dry symbol,
– programme duration.

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– Touch the "Start/Pause" button.
The drying programme starts.
² The almost empty progress bar is indicated in the
display field. While the programme is running, the
programme duration counts down and the progress
bar fills up with the segments. The drying symbol
appears. In the cooling down phase, the fan symbol
appears.

Washing Drying
without interruption

■

Turn on the tap.

■

Select desired washing programme.

■

Select desired additional functions.

■

Touch the Dry ˆ button to set the desired drying
tire or autoratic drying, the programme will be
washing and drying without interruption.

² The programme duration will be changed
accordingly after the drying programme being set.
See page 29.
² Do not interrupt the drying process, if it is
necessary, please select 15 minutes cooling
programme before opening the loading door.
² The following is displayed for the selected
programme:
– progress bar,
– default rinse cycle(s),
– default spin speed,
– default washing temperature,
– drying time or automatic drying symbol,
– programme duration.
■

Touch the "Start/Pause" button.
The programme starts.

² The almost empty progress bar is indicated in the
display field. While the programme is running, the
programme duration counts down and the progress
bar fills up with the segments. The symbols for the
running programme sections appears.
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Washing/drying with individual settings
You can adjust the settings to your requirements. First
find a quick overview of the adjustable settings. The
steps for changing the settings are described in detail
overleaf.

Overview at a glance
Turn on the tap, load the laundry and close the loading door.
Add correct amount of detergent, additives.
Select desired washing/drying programme with programme selector
Temp.*
Page 32
or cold wash

Spin speed*
Page 32
or without final spin

Finish in time*
Page 33
can be set in 1-hour
steps

Signal*
Page 36
on
off
loudness

Make further settings or press the Start/Pause P button
Childproof lock**
Page 35
on
off
* Individual settings can be combined.
** This function is recommended to avoid misoperation
by casual touching.

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Washing temperature

You can change the default washing temperature.
■

Keep touching the temperature button °C Temp.
until the desired temperature displays.

² For different clothing, there are different
programmes with respective temperature ranges.

Spin speed

You can change the default spin speed.
■

Touch the Í Spin button until desired spin speed
displays.

² If setting - - - (without final spin) has been selected,
the washing remains in the final rinsing water.
Before the laundry can be uploaded, the Drain
or Spin Í programme must be performed. Touch
Spin Í button to select the desired spin speed or
touch the “Start/Pause” button directly to start subsequent spin cycle with default spin speed.
² The speed can be changed at any time by touching
the Spin Í button until the new speed is displayed.
Setting “- - -” (without final spin) is possible until the
Rinse programme section starts.

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Finish in time

Before a programme starts, you can specify by how
many hours later the programme is to be ended.

Example of Easy-Care 40 °C
programme:
■

Touch the 5 button, the display shows the
minimum finish in time of the selected
programme. Such as 1h, i.e.1 hours.

² The minimum finish in time of different programmes
are different. It depends on the duration of selected
programme.

■

Touch the 5 button until the desired number of
hours is displayed.

² The finish in time can be set in 1-hour steps. The
time can be delayed up to a maximum of 24h. If a
finish in time of 24h has been set, the programme
duration mode can be accessed by touching the 5
button again.
You can change other settings
or
■

Touch the Start/Pause P button.
The finish in time starts counting down.
The first segment of the progress bar flashes.

² The finish in time is counted down by the hour.
When the finish in time has elapsed, the programme
starts automatically and the programme duration is
displayed.
² Changes to the finish in time or an immediate start
are possible. To do this:
– Touch the Start/Pause P button. The
programme duration time appears.
– Touch the Start/Pause P button directly to start
the programme immediately. If required, reset
the finish in time.
– Touch the Start/Pause P button.

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² If the programme sequence is changed by rotating
the programme selector or the programme is
cancelled, the preselected finish in time is also
cancelled. The programme duration of the newly
selected programme appears in the display. The
finish in time must be reselected (see also chapter
"Changing the programme", page 37 and
"Cancelling the programme", page 37).
² The laundry can be topped up at any time during the
finish in time. Close the washer-dryer door.

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Childproof lock

You can secure your washer-dryer to prevent selected
functions from being inadvertently changed.
If the childproof lock has been selected:
– no changes can be made while the programme is
running,
– the symbol @ flashes if a programme setting is
inadvertently changed,
– should the appliance be switched off and on while
a programme is running, the programme will
continue at the point at which it was interrupted,
– when the programme ends, the duration time is
showed as 0:01, the loading door cannot be
opened, deactivate the childproof lock, the door
can be opened while the display shows -0-.

Activating the childproof
lock

■

■
■

Set the programme selector to the required
programme and, if required, select other settings.
Load the laundry and close the loading door.
Touch the Start/Pause P button. The programme
starts.

² Release the Start/Pause P button.
Example of Easy-Care 40 °C
programme:
■

■

Deactivating the childproof
lock

Touch the 5 button and hold down (for approx. 5
seconds) until the @ symbol is displayed.
Release the 5 button, the childproof lock is
activated, the symbol is permanently on.

The childproof lock must be deactivated before
making programme changes or ending programmes.
The childproof lock can only be deactivated if the
programme for activating the childproof lock has been
selected. The @ symbol will continue to flash if a
different progromme has been selected.
■

Touch the 5 button and hold down (for approx. 5
seconds) until the @ symbol goes out.

² If there is a power failure, the childproof lock
remains on.
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Signal

The acoustic signal indicates:
– that the additional functions (buttons) have been
switched on or off.
– individual programmes statuses (e.g. start of
programme, end of programme), operating errors
and faults.

Start the signal mode

1. Set to “Off”

2. 1 step to right

4. 1 step to right

5. release and find the
number from 0 to 4

Set volume for...

6. button signals*

or

6. 1 step to right

■

3. keep selected and

7. Information signals*

After setting, run the programme selector to “Off”,
the volume of signal is stored

* If required, set repeatedly.

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During washing/drying
Changing the
programme

If you have accidentally selected the wrong
programme
■

■

■

■

Cancelling the
programme

If the childproof lock is active, temporarily
deactivate, see page 35.
Turn the programme selector to a newly selected
programme. If required, change other settings.
Touch the Start/Pause P button. The programme
starts.
If required, reactivate the childproof lock, see page
35.

If you would like to terminate a programme and remove
the laundry:
■

■

If the childproof lock is active, deactivate, see page
35.
Turn the programme selector to Drain
, Spin Í
or Rinse P.
If required, select the desired spin speed (but not
setting “- - -”(without final spin)).

² If a programme is interrupted at a high temperature,
Rinse P should be selected to cool down the
laundry.
■

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For drying programme, select time-dry 15 min
cooling programm to cool down the laundry.

■

Touch the Start/Pause P button.

■

If required, switch on the childproof lock again.

■

Wait until programme ends.

■

Deactivate the childproof lock.

■

Turn the programme selector to Off.

■

Open the washer-dryer door.

■

Remove the laundry.

² If a programme was interrupted at a high
temperature, such as drying programme, please
do not open the washer-dryer door until the
appliance has cooled down.

Pausing the
programme

If you would like to pause a runing programme without
changing the sequence:
■

■

Touch the Start/Pause P button during washing
cycle, the display shows H "PAUS"(pause), if door
open symbol } flashes at this moment means the
door can be opened after 1 minute later, when the
} symbol and "OPEn" come on, open the door if
required, add/remove the laundry, close the door.
To continue the programme .
Touch the Start/Pause P button again.

² The pause function cannot be activated during
drying cycle and water pressure detecting period. If
a programme was paused at a high water level or
temperature, the door open symbol does not
appear.

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When the programme has ended
² Display panel:
– All symbols on the programme status display have
gone out, the full progress bar, washing
temperature, spin speed, drying time, rinse cycles
and recommended load are displayed,
– The programme duration is on -0-,
– If the childproof lock is selected, the @ symbol is
illuminates, the programme duration is on 0:01,
please deactivate the childproof lock, see page 35.
– If detergent was overdosed, the * illuminates.
■

■

If the water pressure is now, the
up.

symbol lights

Turn the programme selector to Off.

or
Setting “ - - - ” (without final
spin) selected

² Display panel:
– The ' symbol, rinse cycles, the full progress bar
and the washing temperature are indicated on the
programme status display,
– The programme duration and spin speed are
on “- - -”.
– If the childproof lock is selected, the
illuminates,

@

symbol

– If detergent was overdosed, the * symbol
illuminates.

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■

■
■

■

If the water pressure is low, the
illuminates.

symbol

If required, deactivate the childproof lock.
Select an additional programme Drain
, Spin Í;
or touch the Start/Pause P button directly.
If required, activate the childproof lock.

At the end of the additional programme:

Removing the laundry

■

If required, deactivate the childproof lock.

■

Turn the programme selector to Off.

■

Open the washer-dryer door.

If the loading door cannot be opened:
Wait 2 minutes (safety function is active)
or
there is still water in the washer-dryer if the “- - -”
(without final spin) option was selected.
Select the Drain
or Spin Í programme and touch
the Start/Pause P button.
■

Unload the laundry.

Attention
Remove any foreign objects (e.g. coins, paper clips)
from the drum and rubber seal - risk of rust!
■

Leave the washer-dryer door and detergent drawer
open to allow the interior of the washer-dryer to dry.

After drying:
■

Take the laundry out of the machine immediately to
prevent creasing.
This is particularly import with synthetic fabrics.

Cottons + Linens
– Cotton and linen items which have been dried to
iron dry should be rolled together to prevent them
from drying out completely before they are ironed.
– Cupboard dry items must be smoothed out and
folded up.
Easy-care/synthetics
– Hang shirts and blouses individually on hangers.
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Special applications
Soaking

■
■

■

■

■

■

Load laundry of the same colour.
Pour soaking agent into dispenser II according to
the manufacturer's instructions.
Set the programme selector to Cottons and the
washing temperature 30 °C.
Touch the Start/Pause P button.
The programme starts.
After approx. 10 minutes, turn the programme
selector to Off. The laundry is left to lie in the water.
Select a programme according to the required
soaking time, the detergent solution is pumped out.

² Only little detergent to be dispensed for the main
wash.

Starching

The laundry must not be treated with fabric softener.
■
■

■
■

■

Insert the washing.
Dose a quantity of starch for approx. 15 litres of
water. Dissolve starch according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Turn the programme selector to Rinse P.
Set the spin speed; even setting “- - -”(without final
spin) is possible.
Touch the Start/Pause P button.

As soon as the water runs in:
■

pull out the detergent drawer a little and

■

pour starch solution into dispenser I.

■

Close the detergent drawer.

If setting “- - -” has been selected, select the Drain
programme.

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Dyeing

Only use dyes that are environmentally compatible and
suitable for use in washing machines.
Attention
Washing in subsequent wash cycles may become
discoloured.
■

Apply dyes according to the manufacturer's
instructions.

After dyeing:
■

■

■

Bleaching

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Pour approx. ½ measuring beaker of detergent into
dispenser II.
Without any laundry in the drum, allow the Cottons
with temperature of 90 °C programme to run
through.
Wipe out the rubber seal.

Attention
Bleaches may contain sulphur or chlorine which can
corrode components of the washer-dryer. Do not
bleach washing in the washer-dryer.

Cleaning and care
m

Risk of electric shock!
First, always disconnect the appliance from the power
supply.
Never clean the appliance with a water jet.

m

Risk of explosion!
Never clean the appliance with solvents.

Clean housing, fascia
and supply lines

As required:
■

■

Cleaning the drum

Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

If metal items (e.g. coins, paper clips, needles, nails)
left in the drum have caused rust spots:
■

43

Use hot soapy water or a mild, non-abrasive
cleaning agent.

Use chlorine-free cleaning agents; comply with the
manufacturer's instructions. Never use steel wool.

Cleaning the detergent
dispenser

In the event that residual detergents or additives have
accumulated:
■

Pull out the detergent drawer all the way,

■

press down the insert and

■

remove the detergent drawer.

■

Open the cover.

■

■

Clean the detergent drawer and cover under
running water and dry.

Close the cover and lock into position.

² Insert the cover cylinder onto the guide pin.
■

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Slide in the detergent drawer.

Cleaning the drain
pump

This is necessary if the washing solution has not been
completely drained. The pump is blocked by either
loose debris or fluff which accumulates if fluff-giving
fabrics are washed.

Drain the water

(Up to 20 litres. Have a suitable container ready.)

m

Risk of scalding!

Allow the hot water to cool down beforehand.
Keep children and pets away.
■

Turn the programme selector to Off.

■

Fold down the cover panel..

■

■

■

■

■

45

Remove the drain hose from its holser and pull the
hose out of the housing.
Pull down the closing cap and allow the washing
lye to flow into a suitable container.
Push up the closing cap and place the drain hose
back in its holder..
Carefully remove the pump cap.

Remove any loose debris / fluff from inside the
pump and clean the pump. The pump impeller
must be able to rotate.
Clean any residual lye or fluff from the thread of the
pump cap and pump housing.

■

Attach and tighten the pump cap.

■

Attach and close the cover plate.

To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the
drain during the next wash cycle:

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■

Pour 1 litre of water into chamber II.

■

Select the Drain

programme.

Cleaning water inlet
strainers

This is necessary if very little or no water flows into the
washer-dryer.
First, reduce the water pressure in the inlet hose:
■
■

■

Turn off the tap.
Turn the programme selector to any programme
(except Spin Í/ Drain
).
Touch the Start/Pause P button, and allow the
programme to run for approx. 40 seconds.

■

Turn the programme selector to Off.

■

Disconnect the hose from the water tap.

■

Rinse the strainer under flowing water.

■

Connect the hose.

Cleaning the strainer at the
water tap

Cleaning the strainer on the
washer-dryer
■

■

Pull out the strainer and rinse under running water.

■

Insert the strainer and reconnect the hose.

■

■

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Disconnect the hose from the back of the
washer-dryer.

Turn on the water tap and check whether water is
still discharged. If water is leaking, check that the
filter is correctly seated.
Turn off the tap.

Descaling the
washer-dryer

Attention
Descaling agents contain acids which may corrode the
components of the washer-dryer and discolour the
laundry.
Provided that you use the correct amount of detergent,
it is not necessary to descale the washer-dryer.
If descaling is nevertheless required, please follow the
instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the
descaling agent.

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Help with minor problems
If repairs are needed, and assuming that you cannot
eliminate the fault yourself with the aid the following
table:
■

Turn the programme selector to Off.

■

Disconnect the appliance from the mains.

■

Turn off the tap.

■

Call customer service, see page 54.

m

Risk of electric shock!
Repairs may be carried out by customer service or
authorised technicians only.

Fault displays
Text in display field Possible cause
and signal emitted

Remedial action

F:16

Door not closed properly.

Check whether laundry is trapped in door;
Close the washer-dryer door.

F:17

Tap not turned on.

Turn the tap on.

Inlet hose kinked or pinched.

Eliminate cause.

Filter blocked in water inlet hose. Clean filter, see page 47.
Water pressure too low.
F:18

Eliminate cause.

Loose debris is blocking the pump. Clean the pump, see page 45.
Drainage pipe and/or drainage
hose blocked.

Clean drainage pipe and/or drainage hose.

There is too much residual water in Stop the drying programme, select the “ Spin Í ”
the drum when drying.
programme before drying.

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Probleme

Cause

Remedial action

Washer-dryer door cannot be
opened.

There is still some water in the
appliance, “- - -” (without final
spin) selected.

Select Drain

Safety function is active.
Detergent residue in the detergent Damp or lumpy detergent.
drawer.

or Spin Í .

Wait for 2 minutes.
Clean and dry the detergent
dispenser; see page 44.
Use the dosing aid for liquid
detergent.

Difficult-to-dissolve detergent
tablets used.

Before filling dispenser II, crush the
tablets in the packet.

Odour in the appliance.

Washing at mainly low
temperatures and/or with liquid
detergents.

Run the Cottons 90 °C programme
without washing. Use a standard
detergent.

Control lights do not come on.

A fuse has triggered.

Switch on/replace the fuse.
If the fault occurs repeatedly, call
Customer Service.

Power failure.

An interrupted programme will be
resumed when the power returns. If
you wish to unload the laundry,
proceed as in Cleaning the drain
pump, page 45.

Plug is loose or not plugged in.
Programme does not start.

Loading door not closed properly.

Check whether laundry is trapped in
door.
Close the loading door (a click
should be heard).

Start/Pause P button not
touched.
Water does not enter the machine Tap not turned on.
or detergent is not washed away. Inlet hose kinked or pinched.
Filter blocked in water inlet hose.

Touch the Start/Pause P button.
Turn the tap on.
Clean the strainer; see from page
47.

Detergent in chamber I is not
washed away.

A programme without Prewash ! Select additional function Prewash
was selected.
!.

Water not visible in the drum.

Not a fault.
The water lies below the visible part of the drum.

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Probleme

Cause

Remedial action

Washing solution is not completely Pumped blocked by foreign objects. Clean the pump (refer to page 45).
drained.
Clean drainage pipe and/or
Fluff-producing laundry was
washed. The water drainage pipe or drainage hose.
drain hose is blocked.
Water runs out from under the
appliance.

Screw fitting of the inlet hose is
leaking.

Tighten the screw-fitting.

Drainage hose is leaking.

Replace the drain hose.

Foam comes out of the detergent Too much detergent or detergent
drawer. The * symbol is displayed not suitable for use in washing
when the overdosage of detergent machines used.
is detected.

Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric softener
with½ litre of water and pour into
chamber II of the detergent
dispenser.
Reduce detergent dosage for next
wash cycle or use detergent which
is suitable for use in washing
machines.

The washing has not been spun
correctly.

Large laundry items have become Do not put only large items in the
drum.
entangled and are not evenly
distributed in the drum.
For safety reasons, the high-speed
final spin cycle was automatically
cancelled.

Spin result unsatisfactory.

Reduced Ironing Q button touched - for reduced spin speed see page
27.
The Rinse P or Spin Í programme selected maximum spin speed: see
page 26.

Spin cycle actuated several times. Not a fault.
Unbalanced load detection system is attempting to compensate the
imbalance by spinning the washing several times.
Washing result not satisfactory.

Soiling is greater than expected or Select suitable programme and
recommended load has been
touch the Wash Plus È button or
exceeded.
reduce load.
Detergent was underdosed.

Dose detergent according to the
manufacturer's instructions.

Detergent residue on the washing. Some phosphate-free detergents Select Rinse immediately
or
contain water-insoluble residue
which may appear as light stains on brush out the washing after drying.
the washing.

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Probleme

Cause

Remedial action

Grey residue on the washing.

Soiling caused by ointment, grease Select maximum detergent dosage
or oil.
and maximum permitted
temperature for the next wash
cycle.

Programme duration changed
during the programme sequence

Not a fault.
See also explanations in the chapter Display field, programme
duration from page 11.

Programme duration reduced

Not a fault.
For small amounts of laundry, a reduction in time of approx. 30 minutes
can result, depending on washing/drying programme.

Programme duration extended

An overdosage of detergent has
Reduce the detergent dosage for
caused excessive formation of froth. the next wash cycle.
An additional rinse cycle and spin
cycle was run to ensure a good
rinsing result.
The * symbol is displayed when
the overdosage of detergent is
detected.
Wash large and small together in
For severe imbalances during
order to reduce the imbalance
spinning, an increase in time of
approx. 10 minutes can occur
because of repeated distribution of
the laundry.
If very cold water must be heated up, an increase in time up to 20 minutes
can result.

Drying programme does not start

Drying programme not selected.

Select the desired drying
programme.

Drying time/mode not set, or, set
drying time is too short.

Set the reasonable drying time/
mode.

Tap not turned on.

Turn on the tap.

Loading door not closed properly.

Check whether laundry is trapped in
door. Close the loading door (a click
should be heard).

Pump is blocked.

Clean the pump, see page 45.

If the fault recurs, call Customer Service, see page 54.

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Consumption values
Normal programme

Additional
option

Load

Consumption values** Programme
duration
Power
Water

Cottons 40 °C

_

5 kg

0.46 kWh

51.6 l

1:08 h

Cottons 60 °C

_

5 kg

1.02 kWh

51.5 l

1:25h

Cottons Eco 60 °C

Wash Plus
È*

5 kg

0.90 kWh

44.9 l

2:10 h

Cottons 90 °C
(the hot washing solution is mixed
with approx. 7 littres of cold water
before being drained)

_

5 kg

1.72 kWh

58.6 l

1:50 h

Easy-Care = 40 °C

_

2.5 kg

0.34 kWh

33.8 l

0:50 h

Delicate/Silk 30 °C

_

2 kg

0.32 kWh

39 l

0:37 h

Wool : 30 °C

_

2 kg

0.17 kWh

33.1 l

0:42 h

Dark Wash 30 °C

_

2.5 kg

0.32 kWh

52.1 l

1:06 h

Sensitive K 40 °C

_

5 kg

0.81 kWh

73.5 l

1:23 h

Sports Wash 30 °C

_

2.5 kg

0.21 kWh

38.6 l

0:41 h

Super Quick 30 °C

_

2 kg

0.21 kWh

34.8 l

0:15 h

Mixed Load
40 °C

_

2.5 kg

0.60 kWh

36.2 l

0:50 h

Intensive Dry ˆ

_

2.5 kg

1.83 kWh

30.6 l

1:51 h

Gentle Dry Š

_

1.5 kg

1.16 kWh

29 l

1: 27 h

5 kg

4.56 kWh

106 l

5:52 h
(2:10 h +
3:42 h)

Cottons Eco 60 °C + Intensive Dry Wash Plus
È*
ˆ (2 auto drying cycles)

* Programme setting with Wash Plus È* option for test in accordance or in conformity with EN 50 229 and
IEC 50 229.
** Consumption values will differ from the indicated values depending on the water pressure, water hardness,
water inlet temperature, ambient temperature, type and quantity of laundry and degree of soiling, utilised
detergent, fluctuations in the mains voltage and selected additional options.

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Customer service
Before you call customer service, please check
whether you can eliminate the fault yourself (see from
page 49).
A technician who is called out to give advice will
charge you, even if the appliance is still under
guarantee.
You can find your nearest customer service in the
enclosed address list. Please provide customer
service with the product number (E-Nr.) and the
production number (FD) of the appliance.

Rating plate

These numbers are shown on the rating plate which
can be found on the frame of the open door and also
on the identification plate, enclosed by a thick line, on
the front of the machine behind the nameplate.

E-Nr.
Product number

FD
Production number

Please note the two numbers in the space provided
above.
In specifying the product number and production
number of your appliance, you help us in our attempt
to prevent unnecessary travelling and the associated
extra costs.

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Installation instructions

Installing, connecting and transporting
Safety instructions

m

Risk of injury!
The washer-dryer is heavy. Take care when lifting it.
Attention
Frozen hoses may tear/burst. Do not install the
washer-dryer in an area where there is a risk of frost or
outdoors.
The washer-dryer may be damaged. Do not lift the
washer-dryer by its projecting parts (e.g. door).
In addition to the safety information listed here, the
local water and electricity supplier may have special
requirements.
If in doubt, have the appliance connected by a
specialist.

Standard accessories

– Water drainage hose
– Water-inlet hose.
– Elbow for attaching the drainage hose e.g. to the
sink.
– Mains cable with plug.
Moisture in the drum is due to the final inspection
which every washer-dryer undergoes before it leaves
the factory.
Depending on the connection situation, the following
part is also required:
– 1 hose clip Ø 24-40 mm (DIY store) is also
required for connection to a siphon.
The bag contains:
– Covers for holes left by removing the transport
bolts.

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Useful tools

The following tools are helpful:
– Box wrench A/F 13 for removing the transportation
bolts.
– Spirit level for aligning the washer-dryer.

Dimensions

a = 600 mm
b = 560 mm
c = 860 mm (WVD2452BGB)
c = 850 mm (other variants except WVD2452BGB)
Weight 67 kg

Installation surface

Appliance stability is important so that the washer-dryer
does not "wander" during the spin cycles.
The installation surface must be solid and level. Soft
floor coverings, e.g. carpets or floor coverings with a
foam backing are not suitable.
If the washer-dryer is to be installed on a wooden floor:
■
■

■

If possible, install the washer-dryer in a corner.
Screw a water-resistant wooden board (at least 30
mm thick) to the floor.
Secure the washer-dryer feet with fixing brackets*.

If the washer-dryer is to be installed on a base:
■

Secure the washer-dryer feet with fixing brackets*.

* Holding brackets (set) can be obtained from a
specialist store or the Customer Service,
order no. WMZ 2200.
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Removing the
transportation
protection devices

m

Caution
The transport bolts must always be removed before
using the appliance for the first time and must be
retained for any subsequent transport (e.g. when
moving).
■

■

Release all screws A using the A/F 13 wrench until
they can be moved freely.
Remove the four spacers. They will fall to the floor
when you tip the machine.

A
B

■

Insert the covers.

D

C

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Built-under or built-in
appliance installation

The appliance must be built under or built in prior to
connecting the power supply.
The appliance can be built into or under a kitchen work
surface. For this purpose, a recess width of 60 cm is
required.
■

The washer-dryer must only be installed under a
one-piece worktop that is permanently attached to
the surrounding cabinets.

Attention
For safety reasons in built-under installation, a cover
plate* must be assembled by a specialist in place of
the appliance cover plate.
* Cover plate (set) can be obtained from a specialist
store or the Customer Service, order no.
WMZ 2420.

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Hose and cable
lengths
Connection on left side

~ 100cm

m ax.100 cm

~ 110cm

cm

~ 110

Connection on right side

~ 150cm

Other hoses

Available from specialist dealers:
– Extended supply hose (approx. 2.20 m).

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m ax.100 cm

~ 150cm
~ 140cm

m

Connecting the water

Risk of electric shock!
To prevent leaks or water damage, it is essential to
follow the instructions in this chapter!

Water inlet hose

Attention
Operate the washer-dryer with cold drinking water only.
Do not connect to the mixer tap of an unpressurised
hot-water apparatus.
If in doubt, have the appliance connected by a
specialist.
Do not use a used inlet hose. Only use the inlet hose
supplied or one which was purchased from an
authorised specialist dealer.
The water inlet hose must not be
– kinked or crushed,
– modified or severed (strength is no longer
guaranteed).
Plastic threads must only be tightened by hand. Do not
remove the strainers from the water supply hose.
Check the mains water pressure:
– The water pressure should be between 1 and 10
bars (when the tap is turned on, at least 8 litres of
water is discharged per minute).
– If the water pressure is higher, install a pressure
reducing valve.
Connect the water supply hose
■

to the rear panel of the washer-dryer and ...

■

to the tap.

■

min.10 mm
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After connecting the water inlet hose:
Turn on the water tap completely, and check
connection points for water-tightness.

Water drainage hose

Warning
Do not bend or pull the water drainage hose.
Height difference between the placement area and
drainage point: maximum 100 cm.
Drainage into a siphon:
■

Secure connection point with 24-40 mm
clip (specialist outlet).

Ø hose

Drainage into a wash basin:
Attention
The plug must not block the drain of the wash basin.
■

■

Aligning the washerdryer

Secure the drainage hose to prevent it from
slipping out of the sink.
When the water is being pumped out of the
washer-dryer, check that the water drains away
quickly enough.

All four appliance feet must be firmly on the ground.
The washer-dryer must not wobble.
Level the washer-dryer with the assistance of the four
adjustable feet and a spirit level:

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■

Loosen the lock nut 1 using the wrench.

■

Adjust the height by rotating the foot 2.

■

Tighten the lock nut 1 against the housing.

Connecting the power

Caution
Connect the washer-dryer only to an alternating current
via a correctly installed earthed socket.
The mains voltage must correspond to the voltage
specification on the washer-dryer (nameplate).
Connection specifications as well as the required fuses
are stipulated on the appliance nameplate.
Ensure that:
– The mains plug and socket are compatible.
– The cable cross-section is adequate.
– The earthing system has been installed correctly.
The mains cable may be changed (if required) by an
electrician only.
Replacement mains cable available from Customer
Service.
Do not use multiple plugs/sockets or extension cables.
In the event that an earth-leakage circuit breaker is to
be used, only use types marked with the following
symbol: z .
Only this symbol can guarantee compliance with all
current regulations.
Do not insert/pull out the mains plug with wet hands.
Do not pull out the mains plug by tugging the cable.

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Transport, e. g. when
moving

Before transporting the washer-dryer:
– Turn off the tap.
– Reduce the water pressure in the water inlet hose
(refer to page 46).
– Drain any residual washing solution (refer to page
45).
– Disconnect the washer-dryer fror the mains.
– Dismantle the supply and drainage hose.
– Install transportation protection devices.
Having transported the appliance and ensured proper
installation and connection, allow the Empty
programme to run through before starting the first
wash programme.
Transporting the washer-dryer:

Preparing and inserting the
transport bolts

■
■

■

Remove the 4 covers C.
Remove the rear cover D and prepare the transport
bolts.
Insert and tighten the transport bolts.

D

C

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