Bosch max washing machine 5 washing modes

Bosch washing machine program table: description and designation

The control unit on the Bosch washing machine is very laconic and not overloaded. Most modes are indicated by some kind of symbol. These symbols are informative enough for the user to understand. But it’s better to act for sure and find out the meaning of the icons in advance, so as not to spoil the thing by choosing the wrong mode.

By selecting a mode on the control panel, you can also set the temperature, spin speed and additional functions for it. The table below shows the names and descriptions of the main icons. They are almost the same for all SM models: Bosch Maxx 5, Bosch Classixx 5, Bosch Maxx 4, Bosch WMV 1600 and others.

Symbol	Designation	Decoding	The approximate time*
Shirt sign on a hanger.	Mode for things of artificial origin at a temperature of 40 degrees. A Bosch machine, when executing a program, consumes 40 liters of water per 2.5 kg of laundry.	Having set the mode, you need to wait from 55 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes.
Dress and bodysuit with a flower.	The program is selected for linen made from durable fabrics: cotton, linen. Things are not afraid of boiling, so washing takes place in water from 40 to 90 degrees.	Wash for 1 hour 20 minutes – 2 hours 15 minutes.
Dress and trousers with a flower. A dress-shirt-bodysuit may also be specified.	Mode for mixed laundry. Can be used for quick washing. It takes place at a temperature of 40-60° depending on the SM model. Suitable for fabrics that do not require special care.	The program lasts from 50 minutes.
Shirt with butterfly.	Means washing delicate, light fabrics: satin, silk. Minimal spin. Water temperature – 30 degrees.	It is carried out carefully for 30 minutes with a slight rocking of the drum.
A basin with a lowered hand, a skein of thread nearby.	The machine is set to a manual mode for washing wool. The rotation of the drum is very slow, the water temperature is 30 degrees.	Lasts 40 minutes.
Pants icon.	Sign for washing denim items. Water temperature 40-60 degrees.	The program lasts from 40 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes.
Image of a shirt or blouse.	Washing is performed at a temperature of 40-60 degrees.	Duration: 40 minutes – 1 hour 20 minutes.
T-shirt symbol with number.	Mode for sportswear. At the same time, SMA Bosch uses 40 liters of water per 2.5 kilograms of laundry. Water temperature – 60 degrees.	Duration – 1 hour 20 minutes.
Pelvis with downward arrow.	Indicates draining water. It can be turned on if the program is not completed completely or if things cannot be wrung out.	—
Pelvis with horizontal lines.	This is an extra rinse. You can choose it if you are not sure that things have gotten rid of the powder.	—
Twisted snail.	This is the spin function. It is also used as an additional one; the speed of revolutions can be adjusted.	—
Clock face sign.	The dial divided by a line into two parts means washing for 1 hour. If you choose the full dial, you will get a quick wash within 15 minutes.	From 15 to 60 minutes.
T-shirt with stains (for Bosch Maxx 5, Bosch Maxx 4 models)	Washing heavily soiled items.	—
Image of the pelvis with a vertical line.	You can choose a pre-wash to effectively remove stains.	Increases main mode time by approximately 20%.
Iron with a horizontal line at the bottom.	The easy iron function allows you to remove uncreased laundry from the drum, since the wash is performed at minimum speed.	_
Bowl with water and arrow up.	Allows you to turn on rinsing after any mode.	A separate rinse cycle lasts approximately 30 minutes.

Recommendations for washing clothes

In order not to damage things during the regime and to wash them efficiently, you need to follow a number of simple rules.

Before placing things in the drum of a Bosch machine, you need to familiarize yourself with the label and symbols that are on it. Select the wash cycle and detergent only according to the instructions on the label.
Before installing this or that additional function, you need to find out exactly what it means and decide whether it is suitable for the selected item.
It is not allowed to load colored and light-colored fabrics into the drum at the same time. The first ones can fade and damage things of the second type.
To wash valuable, delicate items, it is better to choose the manual mode.
Linen, items with accessories, etc. It is recommended to place it in a special bag before putting it into the drum of a Bosch machine.

Correct installation of the machine

Bosch Maxx 5 washing appliances should be installed on a reinforced surface. It should be noted that during the washing process the machine may move due to strong vibration. That is why it should be installed level. It’s even better to fix the body by additionally securing the legs.

After unpacking the machine, you need to check the condition of the case. If damage is found, the equipment must be returned to the store. You don't even need to connect it to the mains.

If the body of the machine has no defects, then you can install it. However, it is necessary to first prepare the place where the washing equipment will be located.

To do this you need to do the following:

Strengthen the floor. It is not at all necessary to make the floor perfectly level, because at the base of the washing machine there are twist-out legs with which you can adjust its position.
Organize the removal of sewerage and water pipes. You also need to install a moisture-resistant outlet for the washing machine.
Check the space in which the washing machine will be placed. The gap between objects located nearby should be at least 1 centimeter.

Then you need to plug the holes for the bolts. It is also necessary to remove the drain and fill hoses from the fixing fasteners. But this is done after moving the washing machine to the installation site.

Then you need to place a building level on the lid of the washer, and then unscrew its legs one by one until the machine is level. The deviation should not exceed 2 degrees. Next, you need to connect the drain hose to the sewer. It needs to be bent in such a way that water remains in the knee. Then no foreign odors from the sewer pipe will enter the machine. The best connection height is 60 centimeters.

Next, you need to connect the inlet hose to the water pipe. This is done through a tee tap. The connections must be insulated with foam. The tee valve outlets must have a standard diameter (3⁄4 inches). Before screwing on the inlet hose, you must check that all rubber seals are present.

Do not connect washing equipment to a water supply with low water pressure. Checking the pressure is very simple. You need to open the tap and then count the number of liters of water that will flow out of the water supply in one minute. Must be at least 8 liters.

Answers to popular questions

Users often have questions about the operation of the washing machine. Below are brief answers to the most common ones.

How to remove the lock and unlock the door? Some models are equipped with a child lock feature - the control panel is locked so that a child cannot change the settings. For example, for the WAW 28440 OE model, to activate this option, you need to simultaneously press and hold the “End in -” and “End in +” buttons for three seconds. Unlocking is carried out in a similar way. As for the door, it automatically locks when the machine starts working, and then the lock is also automatically released at the end of the wash cycle, which includes draining. In some models, it is possible to open the door after the program has started in order to reload forgotten items - this can be done by pressing a special key while the machine has not yet filled with water.
How to open the door/lid/hatch? Based on the above, access to the drum can only be gained after the machine has drained the water. Accordingly, you must either wait until the end of the wash or install a forced drain (for example, if you urgently need to stop washing and remove something from the drum). If the tank is already empty, but the door still remains locked, then in this case a malfunction or breakdown can be assumed. Reboot the machine (unplug it for 20-30 minutes) - if it was a failure due to the board, then after the reboot the door will open. If this does not help, then you will have to call customer service.
How to clean the washing machine and filter? The manufacturer does not recommend using folk remedies such as vinegar or citric acid to clean washing machines, as this can have a bad effect on the rubber and plastic parts located inside the device. It is better to use a special tool. It must be placed in the machine and run a self-cleaning program or just a washing program at maximum temperature (it is better to clarify this point in the instructions for each specific model).
How to drain the water? This can be done by running the drain program, or forcefully if some kind of failure has occurred in the machine and the water does not drain. To do this, you need to wait until it cools down, open the service cover, remove the emergency drain hose from the holders and lower it into a bucket or basin. And then open the pump cover and drain the residue. If an emergency hose is not provided, then water can be drawn through the filter hole located in the lower part of the housing.
How to get the bone and how to get to the drum? A bra underwire is perhaps the main enemy of any washing machine. If it is not pulled out in time, it can lead to the most serious consequences. The easiest way to get this part is if it has not completely fallen through and one end sticks out of the drum hole: then you need to grab it with pliers or tweezers and pull it out. It’s worse if the bone falls through completely—in this case, you’ll have to disassemble the car and get to the insides. But first check whether it has slipped into the filter or pump - and if it is not there, then it means that it remains somewhere inside, and the intervention of a qualified specialist will be required.
How to soak laundry? Heavily soiled items are not washed during the normal cycle, so they require additional treatment. Clothes can either be soaked separately and then placed in the machine and set to a standard program, or set to a pre-wash program.
How to turn off the sound? The sound signal when the wash is finished is a convenient feature, but sometimes it gets in the way. In this case, you can disable it. For example, on the WAN 2416 SOE model, you must first enable configuration mode. The volume of information signals is adjusted by pressing the “End in” key with the programmer set to position “2”, and the volume of the key signal is adjusted by the same key with the programmer set to position “3”.

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Powder receiver compartments

The Bosch Maxx 5 washing machine contains a rectangular powder receptacle. To pull it out, you need to pull the handle all the way. The stopper will not allow you to pull out the cuvette completely.

The powder receptacle contains three compartments:

The first compartment (on the right) is o, so you are unlikely to confuse it. It is necessary for pre-washing and, as a rule, is rarely used.
The second compartment (in the middle) contains a drawing of a flower. It is used for conditioner, starch or rinse aid.
Third compartment (left) o. It is used more often than others. This compartment is used for stain remover, Calgon and powder intended for the main wash.

An overdose of conditioner, powder, and especially bleach should not be avoided. Because this can harm both the laundry and washing equipment. With a large amount of powder, increased foaming occurs. And this can cause a malfunction of the electronic module.

Technique. ro

So that the user can quickly find the desired function, associative pictures are used that make them think about a specific process.

The pictures are easy to remember, the main thing is that once you find out what they mean, it will be easy for your memory to choose the right option. The manufacturer used intuitive drawings to indicate options. For example, a butterfly.

Most people associate it with tenderness and lightness.

It is not difficult to guess that we are talking about a delicate washing mode.

Advantages of drawings over inscriptions:

easy to decipher.
take up less space;
informative;

One small picture can contain the amount of information presented in 2-3 sentences.

Equipment care

A Bosch washing machine will last a long time with proper care. The washing machine hatch should be left slightly open at the end of each wash. Otherwise, air will not get inside the machine and an unpleasant odor or mold may appear. The powder receptacle should also be left open.

After washing, you need to wipe the hatch cuff with a cloth. The same is done with the inner surfaces of the drum and the powder compartments. Dirt quickly accumulates in the garbage filter, so it needs to be unscrewed and washed after every 4-5 washes.

Do not overload the washing machine with a large amount of laundry. Also, do not put in excessive amounts of rinse aid or detergent. If the machine malfunctions, an error code appears on its display. In this case, you need to contact a service center for help.

How to turn on and start the wash

The first thing to do is sort your laundry by color and fabric type. Then you should weigh the items (the maximum permissible weight is indicated for each program in the instructions) and load them into the drum. After this, slam the door, pour or pour laundry detergent (gel or powder) and, if necessary, additional products (for example, bleach, stain remover or fabric softener) into a special container.

After this, set the desired program, temperature and spin speed, as well as additional options if desired - for example, “Speed” (to reduce washing time), “Eco” (to save resources), “Anti-crease” or “Water plus” » (to improve rinsing results). Upon completion of these manipulations, check whether the machine is plugged in and whether the tap is open. And the washing machine can be started.