Common Error Codes for Bosch Washing Machines

For those who are going to buy a Bosch washing machine, it is useful to know the typical malfunctions for this brand and how to eliminate them. Robert Bosch, an engineer from Germany, considered quality to be the main criterion for the company's products. Even then, the technology of this brand stood out among the competitors, and is now one of the best. Despite the high reliability, and the machines of this famous brand sometimes malfunction, which are reported codes that appear on the display. Consider the most common error codes for Bosch washing machines, what they mean, and how to fix them.

Distinctive features of Bosch washing machines

In order to ensure the uniqueness of the manufactured equipment, just look at the number of its advantages and features:

• models with horizontal and top loading;
• in case of a leakage, the water shut off function will work automatically;
• the washing machine has a system for determining the hardness of the water;
• the laundry is washed efficiently, but at the same time as carefully as possible;
• there is a water dispenser function;
• the maximum economy of electricity during the work;
• system for determining the optimal time of rinsing.

Repair of equipment

With chagrin, I would like to note the fact that even such high-quality equipment is still subject to breakdowns. Most often this is due to improper operation, and also due to the fact that many owners did not even open the user manual. Poor water quality also makes itself felt, but do not forget about the loss of operational life. Informal “services” often put low-quality counterparts instead of worn-out parts - this is done in order to save. It is unlikely that a simple user is able to determine the originality of parts by eye. And after a certain time, you again have to use the services of specialists.

In fact, Bosch Classixx or any other model has not so many reasons for contacting the service.Of all the existing, the TOP 7 most frequently identified were identified.

1. F03 - drain does not work.
2. F16 Error - hatch door not closed.
3. Error f17 in the Bosch washing machine - water entry time exceeded.
4. Error f18 in a Bosch washing machine - time to drain water is exceeded.
5. F19 - no water heating.
6. F21 - the drum is not included.
7. F43 - does not turn on the power unit.

Experts note that the most frequent problem is related to the breakdown of the heater. And not only on Bosch Max models, but also in other washing machines.

Often this is due too much. hard waterthat leaves scum. From this can stop the very rotation of the drum, or completely burn out all system wiring and the board. None of the burnt electronic module can not be repaired, they can only be replaced, which will naturally cost a pretty penny.

Causes of common breakdowns

Water drain system does not work:

• • required clean the clogged filter;
  • broken pump designed to drain;
  • the pump does not receive signals from the power source due to problems in the electrical circuit;
  • failure of water level control.

Drum damage:

• the drive belt has consumed its operational life;
• out of order Control Panel, command block or electronic system;
• unstable operation of the power unit;
• closing relay closure.

Buzz while rotating the drum:

• the bearing has spent its operational life;
• foreign object inside the tank;
• worn out drum shock absorbers;
• a failed counterweight due to tank overload.

In the event that there is a problem with the flow of water into the tank, the first thing to check proper connection to the water supply. You also need to pay attention to head power supplied water. If everything is normal, you need to clean valve "Autostop" or filter. There should be no creases along the length of the hose. All this can be fixed with your own hands, without the involvement of a specialist.

If your Bosch Maxx 5 has problems with blocking the power unit, then in this case only contacting a specialist guarantees the repair of the breakdown. However, not always the cause is a faulty engine, sometimes the hatch is simply not closed tightly.

Sunroof not closed:

• washing will not be started;
• if possible, restart the program;
• close the hatch.

Expected water intake time was exceeded:

• clogged filter when water enters;
• the tap is closed;
• low water pressure.

To fix this problem, just open tap water. The washing program should stop at this point, after which water will begin to drain within 5 minutes and the program can be restarted.

Expected drain time exceeded:

• blockage or malfunction drain pump;
• switch pressostat blocked;
• level N1 is not reached;
• water level controller is broken.

It is necessary to clean the pump to drain the water. At this time, the drain program will be canceled and the “Important Fault” system will turn on if within a minute and a half the water does not drain.

It would be better if all the faults in the washing machine Bosh will be considered by a service center specialist, even if the unit is no longer under warranty.

Because of what so often break cars of this brand

The Maxh model is good enough in itself, but frequent mistakes are due solely to the company's management policy. After all, the problems did not begin after the merger with Siemens AG, after which the products became even more durable and of high quality, but after the transfer of production capacities to Russia and Turkey. In addition, in Classixx 5 they began to replace some elements with cheaper ones: for example, the metal tank was replaced with a plastic one. Because of what happened cheaper products and reduced operational life.

It is also worth saying that some parts began to be ordered in China. That is why the famous German quality was a little shaken, and various errors began to occur more and more often.

But be that as it may, the main cause of breakdowns is precisely the human factor, due to which washing machine instructions after purchase it remains unread.