Bosch WFMC8440UC User Manual - Page 9

Water connection Water supply NOTICE The washing machine must only be operated with hot (max. 140 °F / 60 °C) and cold tap water. Do not connect the appliance to the mixer tap of an unpressurized hotĆwater boiler. If in doubt, have the water connection installed by an authorized technician. The water supply hoses must not be: - Bent or flattened. - Modified or cut (integrity can no longer be guaranteed). NOTICE Properly secured EXTERNAL hose connections are the sole responsibility of the customer. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility or liability for improperly installed EXTERNAL hose or other connections. Observe the water pressure in the supply network: - The water pressure should be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.37 and 8.3 bars) when the tap is turned on and at least 2.2 U. S. gallons (8 liters) of water should be discharged per minute. - A pressure regulator valve must be installed if the maximum water pressure is exceeded. NOTICE To prevent water damage, the hot and cold water valves should be accessible when the washing machine is in place and should always be turned off when the washing machine is not in use. NOTICE If installing the washing machine in a new building or a building in which the plumbing system was recently installed or upgraded, flush the lines before installing the washing machine to remove any sand, dirt or residue. Supply Line Connection C Cold water connection and H Hot water connection (max. 140 °F / 60 °C) q Plastic threads must only be tightened by hand when connecting the water supply hoses to the back of the unit. Do not remove the strainers from the water supply hoses. min.0,4'' (10 mm) q After connecting, turn on the water completely, and check that connection points are watertight. Hose Extension The AQUASTOP hose may not fit in the space available at the wall faucet. A short extension hose (part no. 645787 ) is available through customer service (see page 27). Other hoses Available from appliance dealers: - Extended supply hose (approx. 96.1 in. /2.44 m). d CAUTION The connection points are under full water pressure. Check seal with tap fully open. AQUASTOP Upon leak or flood detection, a stop-valve system in the hose, and/or a floating switch in the base, trigger machine cessation for virtual containment (worst case scenario with normal machine operation, 4 liters of water may escape). AQUASTOP is an internal containment technology, and does not protect against outside forces, such as home plumbing problems, or damage caused to the machine's hose (such as installation damage). Machine must be level and turned on" for proper functionality. q The AQUASTOP feature is not active and will not operate if the program selector is in the Off" position. q The washer must be level for correct AQUASTOP operation. AQUASTOP Hose The AQUASTOP hose is an external containment technology that prevents potential flooding if the hose leaks. If the hose leaks, a red mark is displayed and the water inlet is blocked. q An AQUASTOP hose that has activated cannot be reset. Contact Customer Service for a replacement hose (see page 27). Water drainage NOTICE Do not bend or pull the water drainage hose. Height difference between the installation location of the washing machine and the drainage point: Maximum 8 feet / 244 cm, minimum 2 feet / 60 cm (plus the height of the pedestal, if the washer is installed on a pedestal). Connecting the water drainage hose q Do not remove the screw from the clamp assembly. Loosen the screw only enough so that the clamp will slide freely onto the water drain hose. 1. Place the hose clamp over the end of the drain hose before attaching the drain hose to the appliance. 9