Bosch

WGB246AXUC

• Home Connect® smart control – enables remote start, monitoring, notifications, and program selection from your smartphone or tablet for convenient, connected laundry management.

• i-DOS® automatic detergent dosing – precisely measures and dispenses the right amount of detergent and water for each load to improve cleaning results and reduce waste.

• 4D Wash System™ technology – optimizes water and detergent penetration through the drum for more thorough, even cleaning, even with fuller loads.

• ActiveWater™ Plus load sensing – automatically adjusts water usage to the size and type of load to improve efficiency and protect fabrics.

• AquaStop® Plus leak protection – uses sensors, a double-walled hose, and automatic shutoff to help prevent water damage from leaks or overflows.

• SuperQuick 15/30™ cycles – offers a 30‑minute quick wash or a 15‑minute wash when combined with SpeedPerfect® for small, lightly soiled loads.

• SpeedPerfect® time‑saving option – shortens selected wash programs while maintaining cleaning performance, ideal for everyday laundry on a tight schedule.

• EcoSilence Drive™ motor – brushless, friction‑reduced drive system designed for quiet operation, long life, and improved energy efficiency.

• ENERGY STAR® certified efficiency – meets or exceeds strict energy‑efficiency standards to help lower electricity and water consumption.

• VarioDrum™ gentle drum design – specially shaped drum surface provides powerful yet gentle washing to reduce wear, stretching, and creasing of fabrics.

• 2.4 cu. ft. (approx. 10 kg) capacity – compact footprint with a large drum that can handle up to roughly 18 bath towels in a single load, ideal for condos and smaller spaces.

• Compact 24" front‑load design – slim width and shallow depth allow installation in closets, under counters, or tight laundry areas without sacrificing performance.

• Stackable installation capability – designed to stack with a matching Bosch 24" dryer using an optional stacking kit to save valuable floor space.

• Front‑load washing system – tumbles clothes gently through water and detergent for effective cleaning with reduced water usage compared to many top‑loaders.

• Maximum 1,600 rpm spin speed – high‑speed spin extracts more moisture from fabrics to shorten drying times and improve dryer efficiency.

• Internal water heater – heats water to precise temperatures for better stain removal, hygienic cleaning, and consistent results regardless of inlet water temperature.

• 14 wash programs – includes cycles for Cottons, Easy‑Care, Delicates/Silk, Wool, Towels, Jeans, Duvet, Quick/Mix, Super 15/30, and more to match different fabric types and soil levels.

• 10 wash options – offers additional settings such as Prewash, Extra Rinse, Spin speed reduction, Temperature selection, Stain selection, VarioSpeed/SpeedPerfect, and Single Item to fine‑tune each cycle.

• Automatic stain removal system – adjusts wash parameters to help treat common stain types more effectively without extra manual pre‑treatment.

• Sensor‑controlled washing – monitors load, water level, and other factors to optimize cycle time, energy use, and cleaning performance.

• Separate temperature selection – allows independent choice of water temperature (Extra Hot, Hot, Warm, Cold, Tap Cold) to suit fabric care labels and soil levels.

• Multiple spin speed settings – lets you reduce spin speed for delicate items or increase it for sturdier fabrics to balance care and drying time.

• Control Lock / Child Lock function – locks the control panel during operation to prevent accidental program changes or starts by children.

• Delay Start / delay wash option – schedules the cycle to begin later so laundry finishes at a convenient time or during off‑peak utility hours.

• Extra Rinse option – adds an additional rinse cycle to help remove detergent residues, beneficial for sensitive skin or heavily soiled loads.

• Prewash option – provides an initial wash phase for heavily soiled items before the main wash to improve stain removal.

• Quick wash / mixture program – cleans lightly soiled mixed‑fabric loads in less time when you need fast turnaround.

• Single Item option – optimizes drum movement and water usage for washing one garment or a very small load efficiently.

• Rinse Plus function – increases rinsing intensity for bulky or absorbent items like towels and sportswear.

• Drain / Spin program – quickly drains water and spins clothes without a full wash, useful for hand‑washed items or to re‑spin damp loads.

• Towels program – tailored drum movements and spin speeds for thick, absorbent textiles to improve cleaning and moisture removal.

• Jeans / denim program – optimized agitation and spin profile to clean heavy fabrics while helping preserve color and shape.

• Duvet / bulky items program – designed for large, padded items such as duvets and comforters, improving saturation and rinsing.

• Wool program – gentle cycle with controlled drum movement and temperature to care for machine‑washable wool garments.

• Delicates/Silk program – low‑agitation, low‑spin cycle to protect delicate fabrics and fine garments from damage.

• Cottons programs with multiple temperatures – dedicated cotton cycles from Cold to Extra Hot for everyday loads, bedding, and heavily soiled items.

• Easy‑Care program – designed for synthetic and blended fabrics to reduce wrinkling and make ironing easier.

• Automatic load detection – senses load size to adjust water, energy, and cycle duration, improving efficiency for both small and large loads.

• Extremely quiet operation – low sound levels (around 51 dBA washing / 75 dBA spinning) make it suitable for open‑plan homes or installations near living spaces.

• LED display and electronic controls – clear digital interface shows remaining time, settings, and status for intuitive operation.

• Interior drum light – illuminates the drum so you can easily see and retrieve small items like socks or baby clothes.

• Door window with left swing – large viewing window and side‑hinged door provide easy loading and unloading while letting you monitor the wash.

• Adjustable leveling feet – allow precise leveling of the appliance to reduce vibration and noise on uneven floors.

• Compact 24" footprint with 33 1/4" height – fits under many counters and in standard European‑style or condo laundry niches.

• Free‑standing installation – can be installed as a stand‑alone unit, side‑by‑side with a dryer, or stacked, depending on space.

• 240V, 3‑prong power connection – designed for North American electrical standards with a high‑efficiency 2000–2300 W heating element.

• Low annual energy and water consumption – engineered to use relatively low kWh per year and modest water volumes to help reduce utility costs.

• Raindrop drum pattern – drum surface design helps distribute water evenly and cushion fabrics for effective yet gentle washing.

• Smart diagnostics and remote service (via Home Connect) – allows remote monitoring, some troubleshooting, and software‑based support to help resolve issues more quickly.

• Easy Start guidance (via app) – lets you select fabric type and soil level in the Home Connect app and recommends or sets the ideal program automatically.

• Sanitize / Extra Hot capability – high‑temperature washing helps reduce bacteria and allergens on items like bedding, towels, and baby clothes.

• Control panel status indicators – provides clear feedback on door lock, cycle phase, and option selections for at‑a‑glance monitoring.

• Designed to pair with Bosch 24" dryer – matching aesthetics and dimensions create a coordinated, space‑efficient laundry pair.