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Bosch Nexxt 500 Plus Series WFMC530

27" Front Load Washer with 4.0 cu. ft. Capacity, 15 Wash Cycles, Energy Consumption of 151 kWh/year, Spin Speed of 1100 RPMs, LED Display and Chrome Trim

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Description
In 1886, Robert Bosch founded the "Workshops for Precision Engineering and Electrical Engineering" in Stuttgart, Germany. Since then, Bosch has grown into a global leader through its dedication to innovation and quality engineering. Bosch is one of the companies with the most patent applications worldwide. Today, Bosch operates in almost 50 countries on every continent through subsidiaries and associated companies. All around the world, the Bosch name stands for innovation, quality and product diversity.

Since Bosch introduced their front-loading models in Europe over 50 years ago, their washers and dryers have steadily been advancing and improving. Their machines are so advanced that it's the most energy efficient in America, using 76% less water and almost 72% less energy then conventional top-loading machines. It offers superior cleaning results and quieter operation. Bosch washers and dryers is the best you'll ever own do to the powerful combination of efficiency, performance, value and engineering.

Nexxt washers are built to take care of more then just clothing with dozens of innovative features. The new and larger 3.81 cu. ft. drum is inclined for easier loading and allows clothing to tumble in a complete 3-D rotation. The suspended brushless motor helps reduce noise to an unprecedented 54 dB. You'll never have to struggle to reach for the last sock again with the largest door opening in its class.
Specifications
Dimensions
Height: 36 15/16"
Width: 27"
Depth: 31 9/16"
Door Opening Angle: 180°
Product Information
Product Category: Nexxt Washers
Product Series: 500 Plus Series
Product Name: Nexxt 500 Plus Series Washer
Model Number: WFMC530xUC
Color: White/Silver/Champagne
Also available in: White, Silver, Champagne
Core Features
Capacity (cu. ft.): 4.0
Spin Speed (rpm): 1,100
Energy Use (kWh/year): 151
Modified Energy Factor (MEF): 2.47
Water Factor (WF): 4.55
Annual Water Consumption: 5,904
Silence Rating (dB): 54
Internal Water Heater: Yes
Design Elements
Dial: Chrome
Door Handle Strip: Chrome
Bull's Eye Ring: Chrome (Outer Ring)
Button Color: Chrome
Display: LED
Cycles
Regular/Cotton - Cold, Warm, Hot - Temp Boost: Cold, Warm, Hot
Perma Press - Cold, Warm, Hot: Yes
Delicates/Silk: Yes
Hand Wash: Yes
Soak: Yes
Drain: No
Spin: No
Wool: Yes
KIDSCARE: Yes
Quick Wash 25: Yes
XXTRASANITARY (170°): Yes
Jeans: Yes
Comforter: No
AQUAGUARD: No
Rinse and Spin: Yes
Optional Settings
ECOOPTION: Yes
Bleach: No
Rinse Plus: Yes
Heavy Duty: Yes
Pre-Soak: No
Reduced Ironing: No
Time Delay: 19 hrs.
Technical Data
Supply Voltage (V): 110-120
Frequency (Hz): 60
Amperage (A): 15
Heating Wattage (W): 1,000
UL: Yes
Features
  • ECOOPTION
  • For ultimate efficiency, Bosch washers offer ECOOPTION, which adjusts water temperature and cycle length with the touch of a button to reduce energy consumption up to 20% per cycle
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified
  • All Bosch laundry machines are ENERGY STAR qualified, which has helped make Nexxt washers the most efficient models on the market
  • They reduce energy consumption by 72% and water usage by 76%,
  • compared to conventional top-loading models
  • Spin Speed 1,100 rpm
  • Bosch washers spin your clothes at an extremely high speed, up to 1,200 rpm, helping to remove the most water possible before you move your clothes into the dryer
  • This minimizes energy usage during the drying process
  • 54dB - Quiet Performance
  • Bosch laundry appliances uses brushless motors, suspended pump systems and special sound-deadening material to keep them exceptionally quiet while in operation
  • Which means they can be installed virtually anywhere in the home without causing a disturbance
  • Quietest Washer in U.S.
  • Quiet Wash Drive System
  • SENSOTRONIC PLUS
  • Tender loving care starts with technology
  • So we offer SENSOTRONIC PLUS, a network of sensors that analyze your wash, determining load size, temperature and more, then adjusts levels automatically to care gently for everything from wool to silk
  • ARCHIE Paddles
  • As your wash gently tumbles, Bosch's patented ARCHIE paddles cascade water from high above, rinsing away suds and giving your laundry a complete, gentle clean, without the use of a harmful agitator
  • Plus, an ingenious inclined drum helps ensure that not a single shirt goes unturned
  • XXTRASANITARY Cycle
  • Using a thermostat-controlled, intelligent sensor for improved precision, this innovative cycle heats up the water to 170°F and maintains this temperature for exactly 3 minutes
  • After killing 99.9% of most common household bacteria, the water temperature is reduced to a gentler 150°F to prevent fabric breakdown
  • Clothes are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized with no damage to the fibers
  • KIDSCARE Cycle
  • The littlest people in the house usually account for the toughest stains
  • This cycle heats the wash water up to 150°F to remove even the most stubborn stains with ease
  • Quick Wash 25 Cycle
  • When you're running short on time and you need clean clothes fast, this convenient cycle cleans lightly soiled loads in as little as 25 minutes
  • Jeans Cycle
  • Bosch has engineered a special wash program designed especially to care for denim
  • It features specific temperature and spin profiles to prevent fading, which prolongs the life of the fabric
  • Internal Water Heater
  • Many washer heaters operate on timers
  • But Bosch washers have thermostats that monitor and automatically adjust the water to precisely the right temperature
  • So your clothes are washed thoroughly, efficiently and gently
  • 3.81 Cubic Foot Large Capacity Washer
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Appearance

  • Type : Front Load
  • Location of Controls : Front
  • Stackable : No

Dimensions

  • Width : 27"
  • Depth : 31 9/16"
  • Height : 36 15/16"
  • Capacity : 3.81 cu. ft.

Features

  • Control Type : Digital and Knobs
  • Wash Cycles : 15
  • Steam Cycle : No
  • Bleach Dispenser : Yes
  • Fabric Softener Dispenser : Yes
  • Stainless Steel Drum : Yes
  • Leveling Legs : Yes
  • Maximum Spin Speed (RPM) : 1100
  • Reversible Door : No
  • Self Cleaning Lint Filter : No
  • Soak Setting : Yes
  • Water Heater : Yes

Technical Details

  • Energy Star Rated : Yes
  • Amps : 15
  • Voltage : 120 Volts
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