Bosch WKD 28540 User Manual

21 Programme terminated 
unexpectedly.The A (Start/Pause) button was 
selected accidentally.Press the button again to restart the 
programme.
Spinning during dryingNo fault Thermo spin, which is for energy-effi-
cient drying, starts after a drying time 
of approx. 10 minutes.
Drying result not 
satisfactory.The laundry clings to the sides of the 
drum after being spun.Loosen up the laundry by hand; start 
the drying programme –> page 15.
Closed tap Turn on the tap.
Selected drying time too short. Select...

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After-sales service 
Before you call the after-sales service, please check whether you can cor-
rect the fault yourself –> page 19.
You will be charged if a technician is called out, even during the warranty 
period.
You can find information about your nearest after-sales service here or in 
the After-sales service directory (depending on the model).
Please give the after-sales service the product number (E-Nr.) and pro-
duction number (FD) of the appliance.
Enter the number of your appliance here....

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Installation instructions     
Safety information
The washer-dryer is very heavy. Take care when lifting it.
Do not operate the washer-dryer if it has any visible damage. If you are in 
any doubt, please consult our after-sales service or your retailer.
Do not install the washer-dryer outdoors or in areas exposed to frost. 
Frozen hoses can crack or burst. As a result, the washer-dryer could be 
damaged.
Do not stand the washer-dryer upside down or on its side. Do not lift the 
washer-dryer by...

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Removing the transport 
safety bolts
Unscrew all four screws 
using the spanner 
supplied.Remove all 4 transport safety bolts 
completely and take the mains cable out of 
the retainers.
Insert the protective 
covers.– Before using the appliance for the first 
time, you must make sure that all 
4 transport safety bolts have been 
removed and kept safe for any 
subsequent transport.
– If you need to transport the appliance at a 
later date, always refit the transport safety 
bolts to prevent damage to...

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Levelling
Intense noise, vibrations and “wandering” may be the result of incorrect 
levelling.
– All four appliance feet must stand firmly on the ground.
– The washer-dryer must not wobble.
– Check the levelness of the washer-dryer with a spirit level and correct 
if necessary.
– The washer-dryer must not rest against the sides of the installation 
recess.
– The lock nuts of the front appliance feet must be screwed tightly 
against the housing.
.
Hose and cable lengths
Left-hand connectionorRight-hand...

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Water connection
To prevent leaks or water damage, you must observe the instructions in 
this section.
If in doubt, have a technician connect the appliance.
The water supply and Drain hoses can be routed to the left of right, 
depending on installation conditions.
Do not use a used inlet hose. Only use the inlet hose supplied or one 
which was purchased from an authorised specialist retailer.
Water supply
Do not allow the water supply hose to be:
– kinked or squashed,
– altered or cut (strength no...

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Electrical connection
The washer-dryer must only be connected to an alternating current supply 
via a properly installed earthed socket.
If a residual current circuit breaker is used, only use a type which displays 
this symbol: ‚
.
Only this symbol guarantees compliance with the currently applicable 
regulations.
The mains voltage must match the voltage specifications on the washer-
dryer (rating plate).
The connected load and fuse required are shown on the rating plate.
Make sure that:
– the mains...

28Table of programmesObserve the information on care labels, fabric type and load quantity. In order to select the most suitable programme for the laundry, observe the information on the 
labels that are attached to most items. *Programmes and options depend on the model
**Reduced load quantity for successive washing and drying programmeType of laundry  Options* Drying
Programmes* °C max.
!
X
Q
Z
AŠ‰
Resistentes/Algod.
(Cottons/Coloureds)cold-30-40-60-75-90
6kg/
4kg**Hard-wearing fabrics, heat-resistant...

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Consumption rates 
Washing
Programme Load Power*** Water*** Programme duration***
Resistentes/Algod. 
(Cottons/Coloureds) 40 °C
6 kg
0,8 kWh 60 l 1:52 h
Resistentes/Algod. 
(Cottons/Coloureds) 90 °C2,1 kWh 65 l 2:22 h
Color eco/Cor eco (Cottons Eco) 
60 °C**1,02 kWh 45 l 2:10 h
Mix Rápido (Quick/Mix) 40 °C**
3 kg0,45 kWh 40 l 0:49 h
Sintéticos (Easy-care) 40 °C0,45 kWh 40 l 1:31 h
Delicados (Delicate/Silk) Ž (cold)
2kg0,05 kWh 35 l 0:36 h
Delicados (Delicate/Silk) 30 °C0,11 kWh 35 l 0:36 h
: Lana/Lä...

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Care information
-Drying .................................8
-Washing ..............................7
Care product ...............................9
Childproof lock  ........................16
-Display panel  ......................6
Cleaning
-Control panel
 17
-Detergent drawer  ..............17
-Drain pump  .......................18
-Drum .................................17
-Housing ............................17
-Water supply hose  ............18
Connection fittings ...................26...