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en-us Use and Care Manual, Installation Instructions1
- Washer1
Table of contentsen-us Use and Care Manual, Installation Instructions3
- Additional information on products, accessories, replacement parts and services can be found at www.bosch-home.com/us and in the online shop www.bosch-home.com/us/store3
Important information4
- Important information4
- Purchase information4
- Please take a moment to record the following basic information about your new Bosch washer.4
- This information will be helpful in the event you need to contact Customer Service or would like to order accessories or replacement parts.4
- The E-Nr. (model number) and the FD (serial) number are found on the rating plate label.4
- see illustration4
- The model number includes the slash and a two digit number (eg: "/27"). Please be sure to include the final 2 digit number when filling in your model number. This helps make sure any parts you may need are correctly matched to your specific machine.4
- Date of Purchase:___/___/_____4
- Where Purchased:___________________________4
- E-Nr. :_________/____ (ex: WFVC5330US/27)4
- FD :_______-_______ (ex: FD 9005| 90001)4
- Customer Service4
Your washing machine is intended for5
- Your washing machine is intended for5
- NOTICE:5
- Read the use and set-up instructions and all other information included with the washer and act accordingly.5
- Keep documents for future use.5
Safety Definitions6
- Safety Definitions6
- Important safety information is contained in this manual and on the warning labels located on your washer.6
- Standard symbols and headings are used to identify areas where you should take precautions to avoid injury or damage. Please take a moment to become familiar with each of these symbols and what they mean before proceeding.6
- IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS7
  - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS7
  - READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS7
    - WARNING7
    - WARNING7
- IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS8
  - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS8
  - READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS8
    - WARNING8
    - WARNING8
Introduction to your new washer8
- Introduction to your new washer8
- 9 WARNING8
  - Risk of fire, electric shock or injury8
- Standard features and helpful information8
- Thank you for choosing Bosch for your laundry appliance needs.8
- Please read and follow the use and care, important safety instructions and troubleshooting information contained in this manual. Please retain this manual for future reference.8
- Standard features8
- Quality tested8
- Every Bosch washer is thoroughly tested before leaving the factory. As a result, a small amount of residual water may remain in the washer drum. We recommend running the Drum Clean cycle to remove this water prior to washing your first load of laundry.8
- ~ Before loading your first load of laundry; Page 218
- Website8
- Visit our website at www.bosch-home.com/us for more information and to view a selection of our products.8
- About this manual8
- These operating and installation instructions may apply to more than one model of washer. Illustrations used may show details that differ from your particular model.8
- Read your user manual. It contains valuable information about safety, installation and operation of your new appliance.8
- This can save you time, make it easier to correctly install and use your washer, and improve your overall satisfaction with your new appliance.8
- Special features8
- Environmentally friendly use of your washer9
  - Your new Bosch washing machine is designed to use water, energy and detergent in a highly efficient way to help reduce operating costs, conserve resources and protect the environment.9
Dimensions and clearances required9
- Dimensions and clearances required9
- Appliance dimensions9
- Length of power cord and water supply hoses9
- Installation types10
Installation instructions11
- Installation instructions11
- 9 WARNING11
  - Risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons11
- 9 CAUTION11
  - Washing machine is heavy11
- Introduction11
- Tools needed12
  - The following tools may be helpful during installation of your washer.12
- Waste disposal12
- Parts provided with your washer12
- Set up on a pedestal with drawer13
  - Pedestal item number: WMZ 2049013
  - Mount washer on the pedestal according to the instructions in the installation kit.13
- Installation checklist13
  - Review the following list and check off each step as it is completed during installation.13
- Importance of installing on a solid, level floor13
- Remove the transport bolts14
  - 9 CAUTION14
    - Damage to the appliance or injury possible14
  - 1. Remove drain hose from all brackets.14
- Water connections14
- Leveling the washer17
- Electrical connection18
- Transporting the washer19
Getting to know your appliance20
- Getting to know your appliance20
- Control panel20
Operating Instructions21
- Operating Instructions21
- 9 WARNING21
- Before doing any laundry with your washing machine21
- Check to make sure your washer has been installed properly by following the installation instructions in this manual.21
- ~ Installation instructions; Page 1121
- Check the machine. Never connect the utilities (power or water) to or start a damaged machine! Contact customer service!21
- Check to be sure your household electrical system voltage and the voltage specifications on the washing machine rating plate correspond.21
- Check to be sure the washer hot and cold water supply taps are turned on.21
- Turning the washing machine on and off21
- The rotating Cycle Selector turns the washer on as wash cycles are selected and off when the selector is later turned to the vertical Off position.21
- Before loading your first load of laundry21
  - Your new washing machine was tested before leaving the factory. This process involves running various wash cycles. As a result, a small amount of water may remain in the tub and drainage system. Run a Drum Clean cycle with no laundry to clean the sys...21
  - First add 1 to 2 tablespoons of detergent to the main- wash chamber II. Then run the Drum Clean cycle.21
  - Wait for the cycle to finish.21
- Using the cycle selector to choose a wash cycle21
  - NOTICE:21
  - ~ Child lock; Page 2321
  - Use the cycle selector to select the desired cycle. Turns in both directions.21
  - The machine is switched on.21
  - In the display field, the cycle duration for the selected cycle appears and the indicator lamps for the pre-set temperature and spin speed options light up.21
- Changing default cycle settings21
  - You can use the default settings or change them to your desired settings.21
  - Touch the appropriate button until the desired setting is displayed.21
  - The settings or options are active when the related indicator is lit. There is no need for additional confirmation on your part. The settings or options are not retained after the appliance is switched off (all are set back to default automatically).21
  - ~ Program selection table; Page 2721
  - ~ Default Program and Option settings; Page 2921
- Selecting additional cycle settings21
  - By selecting additional settings, you can adjust the washing process to better suit the items you are washing.21
  - The settings can be selected and deselected depending on the cycle progress.21
  - The indicator lamps of the buttons light up if the setting is active.21
  - The settings are not retained after the appliance is switched off.21
- Loading the laundry21
  - 9 WARNING21
  - Loosen the laundry being loaded and mix small and large items21
  - Unfold the sorted items and place them loosely in the drum. Mix small and large items to help them better distribute in the drum during the spin cycle.21
    - Tip:21
  - Recommended Load Size22
  - Recommended maximum load size can be found:22
  - ~ Standard features and helpful information; Page 822
    - Tips22
- Filling the detergent and additives compartments22
  - NOTICE:22
  - Measuring22
  - Measure out the detergent and laundry care products according to:22
  - Filling22
  - 1. Open the detergent dispenser tray.23
  - 1. Pull out the detergent dispenser tray. Press down on the insert and remove the drawer completely.23
- Starting the cycle23
  - Touch the Start/Pause button. Indicator lamp lights up and the cycle starts.23
    - NOTICE:23
  - ~ Child lock; Page 2323
  - During the cycle, the display field indicates the "Finish at" time and, after starting the washing cycle, the cycle duration and the symbols for the cycle progress.23
- Child lock23
  - You can secure the washer against inadvertent changing of the set functions. To do this, activate the child lock after cycle start.23
  - To Activate/Deactivate, touch and hold Temperature and Finish in buttons for approximately 3 seconds. The D symbol appears in the display.23
    - NOTICE:23
- Selecting a different cycle23
  - If you have inadvertently started the wrong cycle, you can change this as follows:23
  - 1. Touch Start/Pause.23
    - 2. Select another cycle.23
    - 3. Touch Start/Pause. The new cycle starts from the beginning.23
- Pausing/Adding a garment to the cycle23
  - Pausing the wash cycle can be useful for several purposes.23
  - e.g. for soaking ~ Soaking; Page 2823
  - Touch Start/Pause. A appears on the display. Wash load will soak in water until continued by touching Start/ Pause.23
    - For adding a garment after the cycle begins.23
    - 1. Touch Start/Pause.23
- Cancel cycle23
  - For cycles with a high temperature:23
  - 1. Touch Start/Pause.23
  - 1. Touch Start/Pause.23
    - 2. Select Drain.23
    - 3. Touch Start/Pause.23
- Cycle end23
  - End appears in the display field and the Start/Pause button indicator lamp is off.23
  - If this symbol Åappears in the display, the washer has detected too much foam and it automatically adds an additional rinse to remove the foam.23
    - NOTICE:23
- Removing laundry/switching the appliance off24
  - 1. Open the front door of the washer and remove the laundry.24
Signal24
- You can change the following settings:24
- To change these settings always activate adjustment mode first.24
  - Activate adjustment mode24
  - 1. Select Cotton Normal on Position 1.24
    - 2. Hold down Start Pause and turn the Program Selector to the right (Position 2). Release Start Pause button.24
- Changing the volume24
- You can set the volume by touching the Finish in button with the program selector in one of the following positions:24
- Quit adjustment mode24
- Turn the Cycle Selector to Off position. The settings were saved.24
Laundry25
- Laundry25
- Preparing the laundry25
  - NOTICE:25
- Sorting the laundry25
- Identifying and treating stains25
  - Removing stains25
Laundry detergents and additives26
- Laundry detergents and additives26
- Adding the correct amount of HE detergent26
  - 9 WARNING26
- Avoid overuse of detergent.26
- Measure out the detergent according to:26
- Too much detergent26
- Too little detergent26
- The fabric care label is important for selecting the correct detergent, temperature and treatment of the laundry.26
- If desired you can visit the following sites for additional information on detergents and fabric care.26
- ~ www.textileaffairs.com or www.cleanright.eu26
- Saving energy and reduce detergent26
- For light and normal soiling, you can save energy (lower washing temperature) and detergent.26
  - NOTICE:26
Program selection table27
- Program selection table27
- Tips28
- Starching28
  - NOTICE:28
  - Starching is possible in all wash programs if liquid starch is used. Measure starch into compartment M in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions (clean first if necessary).28
- Dyeing/bleaching28
  - Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stainless steel. Always follow the dye manufacturer's instructions.28
  - Do not use the washing machine to bleach clothes.28
- Soaking28
  - 1. Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment II in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.28
Default Program and Option settings29
- At the factory, temperature and spin speed options, and cycle duration ("Finish in" time) are pre-set for all cycles.29
- After selection of the cycle, these values are displayed in the display field.29
  - Changing the temperature range29
- Before and during the cycle, you can change the default temperature range depending on the cycle progress.29
- Press the appropriate button until the desired setting is displayed.29
- The maximum temperature range that can be set depends on the cycle selected.29
- Changing the spin speed range29
- Finish in29
  - The program end (Finished in) time can be set in one hour increments to a maximum of 24 h (hours). After selecting the desired washing program (at the dial) but before touching the Start button, touch the Finish in button until the desired time is di...29
    - NOTICE:29
  - Here is an example of a 2hr:30min cycle time and an 8 h Finish in time.29
Additional Program Option settings29
- Extra Rinse +1, +229
- This feature is helpful for locations with very soft water or to generally improve rinsing results. It allows up to 2 additional rinse cycles to be added to selected programs and will increase program time.29
- Prewash PW29
  - For heavily soiled washing. Pour 1/3 of normal detergent amount into pre-wash chamber I and remaining 2/3 into main wash chamber II.29
- SpeedPerfect G29
  - For washing in a shorter time with a washing result comparable to that of the standard program.29
    - Note:29
Cleaning and maintenance30
- Cleaning and maintenance30
- Your washer is designed to give you years of service. Observe the following instructions to maintain and protect your washer and keep it in top operating condition.30
  - 9 WARNING30
    - Risk of electric shock hazard!30
- Cleaning the housing and control panel30
- Cleaning the drum30
  - Metallic debris left in the drum can produce rust spots on the drum. Never use steel wool to try to remove these.30
  - Use a chlorine-free cleaning agent and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.30
- Descaling the washer30
  - Provided that you use correct amounts of detergent with your wash loads, descaling is not necessary. If descaling the washer drum does become necessary, please follow the descaling product manufacturer’s instructions.30
  - Small amounts of descaling agent can be used to remove white spots on the washer drum caused by lime or mineral deposits or small amounts of rust caused by metal objects left in the drum.30
    - NOTICE:30
- Cleaning the detergent dispenser tray30
  - If there is a buildup of residual detergent or additives, or if the softener compartment is not rinsed out well enough, it may be helpful to clean the dispenser.30
  - 1. Open the detergent dispenser tray fully. Press down on the drawer catch (1) and pull the tray (2) from the washer housing.30
- Cleaning the water inlet strainers30
- Cleaning the drain pump31
Troubleshooting33
- Troubleshooting33
- Emergency door lock release33
- In the event of a power interruption the program will continue running when the power supply has been restored.33
- If the washer door must be opened and the normal door unlock procedures do not work, the emergency door lock release rod can be actuated to open the door.33
- 1. Turn the washer off by rotating the cycle selector to the Off position. Any running program will then be cancelled. Disconnect the mains plug.33
- General Troubleshooting33
- Error messages36
Customer service36
- Contact the Customer Service department if your appliance needs repair. Our representatives will be happy to provide details for an authorized service provider close to you.36
- E-Nr. and FD (serial) number:36
- When you contact Customer Service, please have the E- Nr. (model number) and the FD (serial) number for your appliance available. You can find the identification plate with these numbers on this information on inside of the appliance door or on the b...36
STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY37
- What this Warranty Covers & Who it Applies to37
- The limited warranty provided by BSH Home Appliances Corporation (“BSH“) in this Statement of Limited Product Warranty applies only to the Bosch appliance (“Product“) sold to you, the first using purchaser, provided that the Product was purch...37
- The warranties stated herein apply only to the first purchaser of the Product and are not transferable.37
- Please make sure to return your registration card; while not necessary to effectuate warranty coverage, it is the best way for BSH to notify you in the unlikely event of a safety notice or product recall.37
- How Long the Warranty Lasts37
  - BSH warrants that the Product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three hundred sixty-five (365) days from the date of purchase. The foregoing timeline begins to run upon the date of purchase, and shall not be stalled, t...37
  - This Product is also warranted to be free from cosmetic defects in material and workmanship (such as scratches of stainless steel, paint/porcelain blemishes, chip, dents, or other damage to the finish of the Product), for a period of thirty (30) days...37
- Repair/Replace as Your Exclusive Remedy37
  - During this warranty period, BSH or one of its authorized service providers will repair your Product without charge to you (subject to certain limitations stated herein) if your Product proves to have been manufactured with a defect in materials or w...37
- Out of Warranty Product37
  - BSH is under no obligation, at law or otherwise, to provide you with any concessions, including repairs, pro- rates, or Product replacement, once this warranty has expired.37
- Warranty Exclusions37

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Updated: 2023-08-04

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Brand: Bosch

Model: WAT28402UC

Category: Washers & Dryers

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