How do I turn off the sound on a Bosch washing machine?

Bosch washing machines emit beeps that not all users appreciate. Some particularly irritable housewives are ready to pry off the disturbing speaker with any sharp object at hand. Let's consider whether it's possible to disable the sound on a Bosch washing machine without damaging the appliance.

The main way to disable

Your device's manual may not include instructions for disabling the sound without disassembling the case. However, this doesn't mean it's impossible to solve the problem. Let's look at how to get rid of the annoying beep using the Bosch WLX 20460 OE Maxx 5 series as an example.

Procedure:

• turn the selector one notch to the right;
• press the lower right button and turn the selector one more notch;
• while at the second mark, press the middle right button to change the sound signal of the keys (at zero the sound will be turned off);
• Turn the selector to the right again by one notch, setting it to the third division;
• use the right middle button to change the sound signal for the end of the washing cycle (to turn it off, select zero);
• Return the programmer wheel to the off mode, so the device will remember the new settings.

Important! Sometimes, when changing settings, the buttons become unresponsive.

If the machine stops responding to key presses, the selector returns to its original position and the entire process is repeated. If the sound fails to disappear the first time, you must start over. Remember the settings after each attempt by turning off the programmer.

The "harsh" alternative

Only modern Bosch washing machines offer the option to programmatically disable the beep sound. In older models, you can disable the button sounds, but the wash cycle will still end with a melody. If the machine's speakers were located outside the housing, covering them with tape would be sufficient. However, the component is located inside the control module, so access to it is only possible by disassembling the appliance. Don't despair and think you'll have to endure the annoying melody all the time; by following these simple recommendations, you can eliminate the sound permanently.

First, you need to partially disassemble the washing machine's housing, located on the electronic control unit. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply and disconnect the water inlet and outlet hoses.

For better access to the rear of the machine, it is recommended to turn it around.

Unscrew several screws from the back of the case, then remove the top panel. Then turn the machine over again to reveal the front panel. Remove the powder tray. In the resulting recess, you'll find two screws on the left and right sides that need to be removed. There's another fastener in the top left corner that also needs to be removed. After all this work, carefully remove the control unit.

The panel is flipped over, and the screws that secure the circuit board are removed. The circuit board should be facing up. It is necessary to do everything very carefully, otherwise you can break the wiring that connects the electronics and structural elements of the washing machine.

It's important to carefully inspect the board to locate the speaker. In most cases, it's located near the toggle switch. The speaker needs to be desoldered using a regular soldering iron. If you don't want to resort to such drastic measures, simply coat the source of the annoying melody with epoxy resin and turn off the sound without damaging the board.

   

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