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 the drying time according to the 
Load.
Maximum or minimum load not taken 
into account –> page 28Once the programme has ended: 
adjust the load quantity, select a 
suitable drying programme and restart.
The fabric softener is not 
completely flushed in or too 
much water remains in the 
compartment i.The fabric softener compartment insert 
is not correctly attached or is blocked.If necessary, clean the fabric softener 
compartment insert and fit it correctly 
in compartment i –> page 17.
The laundry is not dried.The tap is turned off. Turn on the tap.
The load is too large. Reduce the load size.
The drying time is too short. Select a suitable drying time.
No display on the display 
panel.Power  cut. The programme continues when power 
is restored. If you wish to remove the 
laundry during a power cut, you must 
first Drain out the water 
–> page 18.
Check whether:
– the plug is plugged into the socket 
correctly.
– the circuit breaker (fuse) has 
tripped; if it has, call the after-sales 
service –> page 22.
The door cannot be opened.$  (Rinse hold) has been selected. Select the programme [ + B(Empty 
+ Spin) and press the A (Start/
Pause) button.
The programme is running or the door 
is locked for safety reasons.Wait until   appears on the 
display panel.
Power cut. Unlock the door mechanically.
Emergency releaseTo release the door mechanically in the event of a power cut:
ˆturn the programme selector to Stop and unplug the mains plug from the 
socket.
ˆopen the base panel and Drain out the water –> page 18.
ˆpull the emergency release downwards and open the door at the same time.
Before opening the door, make sure that there is no water or hot detergent 
solution in the washer dryer.
Under no circumstances open the door with the emergency release while the 
drum is still turning.
If you cannot correct a fault yourself (switching on/off) or a repair is required:
– Turn the programme selector to Stop and unplug the mains plug from the socket.
– Turn off the tap and call the after-sales service –> page 22.
 
						

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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.
You can find this information on the rating plate in the frame of the door.
Please help us to avoid unnecessary call-outs by quoting the product and 
production numbers. This will also save you the associated additional 
costs.
You can rely on the competence of the manufacturer. Please contact us. 
This way, you can ensure the repair is carried out by trained service tech-
nicians who are equipped with genuine spare parts.
 
						

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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 protruding parts (e.g. door).
Do not place the washer-dryer behind a door or a sliding door which 
could prevent the washer-dryer door from being opened. This will prevent 
children from locking themselves in and putting their lives in danger.
Remove the transport braces and cross connectors and store in a safe 
place.
In addition to the instructions provided in this document, special 
regulations from the relevant water and electric utility companies may 
apply.
If in doubt, have a technician connect the appliance.
Included with the 
appliance
On the back of the washer-dryer:
– Water Drain hose
– Water supply hose
– Mains cable with plug
– Instruction manual and booklet containing after-sales service 
addresses
Moisture may remain in the drum following the final inspection which 
every washer-dryer undergoes before leaving the factory.
Number Description
4 Covers for openings left after removing the transport bolts.
1 Spanner
1 24-40 mm dia. hose clamp for connection to a siphon.
1 Door template
2 Door hinges with screws
 
						

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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 the washer-
dryer.
Positioning and 
levelling
– Appliance stability is essential to ensure that the washer-dryer does not 
“creep” during spin cycles.
– The installation area must be firm, clean and level.
– Parquet floors and soft floor coverings, e.g. carpets or foam-backed 
floor coverings, are unsuitable.
Positioning
Slide sheets make it easier to slide the washing machine into the 
installation recess. 
– Can be ordered from the after-sales service, spare part no. 66 1827.
– Moisten the slide sheets with a mixture of water and washing-up liquid 
before sliding the washer-dryer into place. Do not use grease and/or 
oil.
 
						

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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 connection
Dimensions
Width x depth x height 595 mm x 584 mm x 820 mm
Weight 85 kg
Dimensions in mm
min.
500
max.
900
approx. 1400
approx. 1400approx. 1350
approx. 950 approx. 1000
approx. 
760
min.
500
max.
900
 
						

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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 longer guaranteed).
Note the water pressure in the mains supply:
The water pressure should be between 50-900 kPa (0.5-9 bar) (at least 
8 litres of water flow out per minute when the tap is turned on).
If the water pressure is higher, a pressure reducing valve must be fitted.
Connect the cold-water supply hose (blue union nut) to the cold water tap 
with ¾ pipe (3/4 = 26,4 mm) thread.
Only tighten plastic screw connections by hand. 
Do not remove the filter from the supply hose.
After connecting the water supply hose:
– Turn the tap on fully.
– Check the connections for leaks.
Water Drainage
– Do not kink the Drain hose or pull it lengthways.
– Height difference between the installation surface and the Drain:
max. 90 cm, min. 50 cm.
Secure the connection with the 24-40 mm hose clamp (included with the 
appliance). Drainage into a siphon
 
						

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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 plug fits the socket.
– the cable cross-section is adequate.
– the earthing system is properly installed.
– the appliance is not standing on the mains cable.
– the mains plug is accessible at all times.
Changes to the mains cable may only be carried out by an electrician. 
Do not use multiple plugs/adapters or extension cables.
Do not plug in or unplug the mains plug with wet hands.
Only pull the mains plug out by the plug itself.
Fitting the door hinges 
to the washer-dryer
Once the washer-dryer has been installed in a kitchen unit, it can be 
concealed with a door. If you wish to do this, you must fit the hinges 
supplied to the washer-dryer.
 
						

							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 fabrics made of cotton or 
linen.
G
G
G
G
GG A
Color eco/Cor eco 
(Coloureds eco)cold-30-40-60
G
A
G
G
GG A
Clinic Wash ;cold-30-40-60 Hard-wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen.
G
G
G
G
GG A
Nocturno (Night Wash)cold-30-40-60
3kg**Quiet wash programme with a reduced final spin.
G
G
G
G
AAG
Sintéticos (Easy-Care)cold-30-40-60
3kgEasy-care fabrics made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres or 
blended fabrics.
G
G
A
G
GAG
Mix Rápido (Quick/Mix)cold-30-40 Fabrics made from cotton or easy-care fabrics.
G
G
G
G
GAG
Delicados (Delicate/Silk) cold-30-40
2kgFor delicate, washable fabrics, e.g. made of silk, satin, synthetic 
fibres or blended fabrics (e.g. curtains).
A
G
A
G
AAA
Lana/Lä : (Woollens)cold-30-40 Suitable for hand or machine-washable fabrics made from wool 
or a wool blend.
A
A
A
A
AAA
Rápido 15’ (Rapid 15)cold-30 Easy-care fabrics made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres or 
blended fabrics.
A
A
A
A
AAA
Sport ] (Sports Wash) cold-30-40 Fabrics made from microfibre.
A
G
A
G
GA A
 
						

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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 (Woollens) Ž (cold)0,05 kWh 49 l 0:47 h
: Lana/Lä (Woollens) 30 °C0,20 kWh 49 l 0:47 h
Color eco/Cor eco 
(Cottons Eco) 60 °C
secar normal Š (2 cycles)*6 kg/3 kg
4,81 kWh 79 l 6:03 h
*Programme setting for testing and energy labelling in accordance with EN50229, EU Directive 96/60/EC.
**Programme setting for testing in accordance with valid standard EN60456. Note on comparative tests: For testing the test 
programmes, wash the specified load using the maximum spin speed. As a short programme for coloureds, select the 
Mix 
Rápido
 (Quick/Mix) 40 °C programme with the maximum spin speed.
***The values may deviate from the indicated values depending on water pressure, water hardness and supply temperature, 
ambient temperature, type, amount and soiling of the laundry, detergent used, fluctuations in the power supply and selected 
additional functions.
Drying*
Programme Load Cupboard dry Iron dry
Secar Normal 5
(Intensive Dry)1,5 kg 90 min 60 min
2 kg 90 min 60 min
2,5 kg 100 min 90 min
3 kg 110 min 100 min
3,5 kg 130 min 110 min
4 kg 150 min 130 min
Secar Suave ‰
(Gentle Dry) 1,5 kg 90 min 60 min
2 kg 100 min 60 min
2,5 kg 110 min 90 min
3 kg 130 min 100 min
*)The values may diverge from those specified depending on over and undervoltage, fabric type, composition of the laundry 
to be dried, residual moisture in the fabric and the amount of the load.
 
						

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C
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
Conservation information  ..........4
Consumption rates  ...................29
Control panel  .............................6
-Cleaning ............................17
Cupboard-dry .............................6
-Drying options  ..................14
D
Descaling ................................. 18
Detergent ................................... 9
-Liquid detergent insert  . 9, 10
Liquid detergent insert  ...... 10
Detergent drawer
-Cleaning ........................... 17
-Description ......................... 9
Dimensions .............................. 25
Display
-Fault message ................... 19
Door .................................... 5, 16
Door hinges  ............................. 27
Drain ........................................ 12
Drain pump
-Cleaning ........................... 18
Draining the water ................... 18
Draining water ......................... 16
Drum
-Cleaning ........................... 17
Drying ............................... 14, 15
-Button ................................ 6
-Display panel  ..................... 6
-Options ............................. 14
-Synthetics ........................... 8
-Woollens ............................ 8
Drying programmes  ................ 12
E
Easy-iron
-Display panel ...................... 6
Electrical connection  ............... 27
Emergency release ................... 21
End of the programme  ............. 16
Environment
-Energy consumption  .......... 8
-Protection ........................... 4
Extra-dry
-Display panel ...................... 6
-Drying options .................. 14
F
Fabric softener compartment 
insert ........................................ 17
Fault message  .......................... 19
Faults ....................................... 19
Filter
-Water supply hose  ............ 18
Final spin
-Display panel ...................... 6
Finished in
-Button ................................. 6
Finished in button  ...................... 6
First wash  .................................. 7
Fluff-removal cycle
-Display panel ...................... 6
Foam .......................................... 3
Index