Bosch WFVC540SUC User Manual - Page 12

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: - Kinked, bent or flattened in such a way as to potentially diminish water flow. - Modified or cut (integrity can no longer be guaranteed). Periodic inspection and replacement of damaged or kinked hoses is recommended. Replacement of the water supply hoses after five years of use may help reduce the risk of hose failure. NOTICE Properly secured EXTERNAL hose connections are the sole responsibility of the customer. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility or liability for improperly installed EXTERNAL hoses or other connections. Observe the water pressure in the supply network: - The water pressure should be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.38 and 8.27 bar) when the faucet 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 H Hot water connection (max. 140 °F / 60 °C) q Do not remove the strainers from the water supply hoses. q Check to be sure the rubber washer/strainer is in the Aquastopt hose prior to attaching the hose to the faucet. It is not necessary to remove the washer to clean the strainer. To clean, rinse under running water. If necessary, lightly wipe the wire mesh strainer to help dislodge any accumulated debris. q Also check to be sure the rubber washer is present in the end of the Aquastopthose that attaches to the appliance. q Plastic threads must only be tightened by hand. Connect the water supply hoses to the back of the washer. q Tighten only metal-to-metal couplings (eg: connecting the Aquastopt hose to the faucet) an additional two-thirds turn using pliers. Do not use pliers to tighten plastic thread fittings onto plastic or metal threads. min.0,4'' (10 mm) q After connecting, turn on the water completely and check that connection points are watertight. Hose Extension The Aquastopt hose may not fit in the space available at the wall faucet. A short extension hose (part no. 645787 ) is available without charge through customer service (see page 31). 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 faucet fully open. 12