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Bosch Washer Error WOOL-PROGRAMME-SYMBOL

Indicates the wash programme for woollen items. Often represented by a ball of yarn

Indicates the wash programme for woollen items. Often represented by a ball of yarn symbol.

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Bosch washer repair guide for error WOOL-PROGRAMME-SYMBOL
Error codeWOOL-PROGRAMME-SYMBOLWasher

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  1. 1
    Identify the main programme selection dial on your

    Identify the main programme selection dial on your washing machine.

  2. 2
    Turn the dial to align the indicator with

    Turn the dial to align the indicator with the 'Wool' programme, represented by a symbol that looks like a ball of yarn.

  3. 3
    This programme is specifically designed for machine-washable wool

    This programme is specifically designed for machine-washable wool and hand-washable textiles.

A quick explanation

What does WOOL-PROGRAMME-SYMBOL mean?

Indicates the wash programme for woollen items. Often represented by a ball of yarn symbol.

The answer you came for

How to fix Bosch washer error WOOL-PROGRAMME-SYMBOL

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    Identify the main programme selection dial on your

    Identify the main programme selection dial on your washing machine.

  2. 2

    Turn the dial to align the indicator with

    Turn the dial to align the indicator with the 'Wool' programme, represented by a symbol that looks like a ball of yarn.

  3. 3

    This programme is specifically designed for machine-washable wool

    This programme is specifically designed for machine-washable wool and hand-washable textiles.

  4. 4

    It uses a very gentle wash action and

    It uses a very gentle wash action and a reduced spin speed at the end of the cycle to prevent shrinkage and damage to delicate wool fibres.

  5. 5

    Place your wool garments in the drum, add

    Place your wool garments in the drum, add a wool-specific detergent, and press the 'Start' button.

  6. 6

    Always check the care label on your garments

    Always check the care label on your garments to ensure they are suitable for machine washing.

  7. 7

    Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes,

    Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

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How to Fix WOOL PROGRAMME SYMBOL Error (Step-by-Step) Identify the main programme selection dial on your washing machine.Turn the dial to align the indicator with the 'Wool' programme, represented by a symbol that looks like a ball of yarn.This programme is specifically designed for machine-washable wool and hand-washable textiles.It uses a very gentle wash action and a reduced spin speed at the end of the cycle to prevent shrinkage and damage to delicate wool fibres.Place your wool garments in the drum, add a wool-specific detergent, and press the 'Start' button.Always check the care label on your garments to ensure they are suitable for machine washing.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

What to Check Next on This Bosch Washer Bosch Washer Error WOOL PROGRAMME SYMBOL: Use the code or symbol as the starting clue, then confirm the actual symptom and cycle stage before ordering parts. 1. Unplug the washer before opening panels, touching wiring, or reaching near the drain pump, door lock, inlet valve, motor, or control area. 2. Verify the simple cause first: check the door latch, load balance, detergent level, inlet water flow, drain filter, hose position, and anything blocking the cycle stage shown by the code or symbol. 3. Clean accessible filters and hose screens, remove debris from the pump area when the model design allows it, then reconnect anything that was loose before running another test cycle. 4. Test the washer during the same fill, wash, drain, spin, lock, or control step where the warning appeared; measure voltage or resistance only if you are equipped to do that safely. 5. Inspect the matching part path instead of guessing: door-lock issues point toward the latch circuit, drain symptoms toward pump or hose restrictions, fill symptoms toward inlet supply, and control-response symptoms toward wiring or board checks. 6. Replace a part only after the symptom repeats and the model-specific checks point to that part category. Match any replacement to the complete Bosch model number on the appliance tag. If the issue returns after these checks, match replacement parts to the complete Bosch washer model number from the appliance tag. The same code can point to different components depending on the exact model and when the failure appears. Recommended Parts to Check No exact official OEM part number is listed here because the correct Bosch washer part can vary by complete model number. These are targeted part-category searches, not universal fit claims. Bosch washer electronic control board Common replacement category: Main control board Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for control and communication faults after wiring and connector checks. Search Amazon for Bosch washer electronic control board Bosch washer user interface control panel Common replacement category: User interface / display board Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for display, button, selector, or cycle-control faults. Search Amazon for Bosch washer user interface control panel Bosch washer drain pump assembly Common replacement category: Drain pump Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for drain, no-spin, and water-removal symptoms after filter and hose checks. Search Amazon for Bosch washer drain pump assembly Before ordering: match the part to the complete Bosch washer model number on the appliance tag. Still Not Working? If the replacement part didn't fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

No replacement part recommended for this code

The researched guidance for Bosch Washer error WOOL-PROGRAMME-SYMBOL points to user-action and diagnostic steps above rather than a mapped replacement part. We will not invent a part or send you to an unrelated product.

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Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.

When to stop
  • Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
  • Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
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