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Read these instructions before operating the washing
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  • Page 1 Washing machine Instruction manual Read these instructions before operating the washing machine.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Disposal information ....................Safety instructions...................... Protection of the environment/Hints and tips............Introducing your washing machine ................ 1 - Installation instructions Transportation protection devices ................Moving the washing machine .................. Connections - Water supply- ..................Connections - Water drainage .................. Electrical connections....................
  • Page 3: Page Disposal Information

    Customer Service department. For further information about products, accessories, spare parts and services visit our web site www.siemens-home.com or contact our after-sales service centres. Please read and follow these operating and installation instructions and all other information supplied.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Intended use Do not insert/pull out the mains plug with wet hands. Your washing machine is intended Do not pull out the mains plug by tugging on • strictly for household use the cable. • for washing machine washable fabrics in Exercise care when draining the hot water.
  • Page 5: Introducing Your Washing Machine

    Introducing your washing machine Control panel Lid handle (remains locked during Unlocking of detergent the programme) dispenser Removable detergent dispenser Button for opening the drum lids Locking lever Properly close drum lids! click! Water drainage hose Identification plate (appliance and production number) Securing bar for transport...
  • Page 6 Removing the transportation protection devices Before the machine is used for the first time, all transportation protection devices from the back of the appliance must be removed and stored for any later transport (i.e., relocation)! 1 Remove the machine from the transport Check to see that both plastic inserts on ( Figure 1 ).
  • Page 7: Transportation Protection Devices

    Removing the transportation protection devices ➀ 5 Remove the protection devices Remove hose retainers and cover ➁ (Figure 3) . the holes with the caps provided (found To do this: in the accessories package) (Figure 4) . - Lift the lid on the machine - Remove wedge - Remove wedge - Release the drum doors, locked in the...
  • Page 8: Connections - Water Supply

    Connections Cold water supply Figure 6 Connect water-inlet hose (Figure 6). - Minimum water pressure: 0.1 MPa or 1 bar - Maximum water pressure: 1 MPa or 10 bar 3/4” Drain Figure 7.1 Mount drain hose with the supplied elbow, connect to a vented drain (Figure 7.1 / 7.2) .
  • Page 9: Electrical Connections

    Connections Electrical connections Changing the mains lead Connect the washing machine only to For reasons of safety, the mains lead is only alternating current via a properly installed to be replaced by Customer Service which earthed socket. is authorised to do so. The mains voltage must correspond to the Do not use multiple plugs/sockets or voltage specification on the washing...
  • Page 10: International Laundry Care Symbols

    International Laundry Care Symbols In order to assist you in caring for your clothes, these carry a label with the necessary information. The information is given by the following symbols: WASHING (Washtub) Special Gentle Gentle Gentle Normal Gentle Normal Normal Gentle Do not washing...
  • Page 11: Treating Stubborn Stains

    Treating stubborn stains Perspiration, blood, fruit, wine and chocolate stains are generally removed by using detergents with biologically active ingredients. Other stains however require special treatment before washing. First test on an inconspicuous area of the article and then rinse thoroughly. When applying stain remover, always start from the outside to avoid forming a border.
  • Page 12: Preparing The Laundry

    Preparing the laundry To prepare the laundry • In a net/cushion cover, wash: - delicate items e.g. tights, curtains, Foreign objects (e.g. coins, paperclips, - small laundry items, e.g. socks or needles, nails) may damage laundry items handkerchiefs or washing machine components (the drum - underwired bras (underwires may for example).
  • Page 13: Loading The Laundry

    Loading the wash • Unfold pre-sorted laundry items and Danger of explosion! loosely load into the washing drum. Mix If laundry treated with cleaning agents large and small items. containing solvents, e.g. stain removers or Laundry items of different sizes distribute benzene, is loaded into the washing themselves better during the spin cycle.
  • Page 14: Control Panel

    Control panel Temperature setting Programme selector Start/Pause button Selector for Delayed Start or Delayed End Setting for Delayed Start or Spin speed setting Options Delayed End Childproof Lock All buttons are sensor buttons and are therefore not pressed in. The “Start/Pause” button is NOT for cancelling a programme.
  • Page 15: Display Panel

    Display panel Programme sequence Display Temperature Washing Rinsing Spinning Functions Delayed Start Delayed End Childproof lock Display Display Spin speed Programme duration Delayed Start duration Delayed End duration Remaining Time Error coding Childproof Lock Display You can secure your washing machine against inadvertent changes to the set functions and prevent any undesirable changes in the programme sequence.
  • Page 16: Setting The Programme

    Setting the programme Before switching on the machine, check if the mains lead is connected and the tap is open. Ensure that the drum and lid are properly closed. Selecting the laundry type Display To select the type of laundry or a specific programme, set The machine displays the programme selector to the required programme.
  • Page 17: Setting Functions

    Setting functions Setting a Delayed Start Display Select the DELAYED START function using button (press only once) and, using button , enter the duration of the DELAYED START per hour between midnight and noon, and per 2 hours between noon and midnight. The time displayed corresponds to the length of time before the start of the selected programme.
  • Page 18: Ending The Programme

    Ending the programme Adding or removing laundry (not possible during spin cycles): Display Audible signal, counter for • Press the ”Start/Pause” push button to interrupt the the interruption time and programme. display lights for the cycle The ”Pause” and programme sequence bars flash. sequence flash alternately.
  • Page 19: Selecting The Programme

    Selecting the programme Basic programmes Wool / Silk For handwash items and machine-washable Select the required programme – see also textiles made of sheep's wool or similar, e.g. the programme table. Further information cashmere, mohair or angora. A special, about the maximum spin speed for the delicate program for handwashable and programmes is contained in the table on machine-washable silk.
  • Page 20: Auxiliary Function Pushbuttons

    Auxiliary function pushbuttons QUICK EASY IRON For washing in a shorter time with a washing result This option washes your laundry more comparable to that of the standard programme. gently, but with an identical washing performance. The spin speed is slower so INTENSIVE that your laundry creases less.
  • Page 21: Special Applications

    Special applications Soaking Starching •Insert washing of the same colour. The washing should not be treated with fabric softener. •Pour soaking agent into dispenser according to the manufacturer’s •Insert the washing. instructions. •Dose a quantity of starch for approx. 15 •Set the programme selector to litres of water.
  • Page 22: Changing The Programme

    Changing the programme Changing the programme Exceptions: Easy iron and Intensive laundry. For these programmes, one additional All modifications are possible before the function can be selected. ”Start/Pause” pushbutton , has been - When the delayed programme start or end pressed.
  • Page 23: Spin Speed

    Spin speed Setting the spin speed The spin speed can be adjusted for the laundry type by using push button Variable Spin speeds Depending upon the model. 1300 1200 1100 COTTONS 1300 1200 1100 COTTONS + PREWASH 1300 1200 1100 EASY CARE* 1000 1000...
  • Page 24: Safety Features

    Safety features Lid opening safeguards: Safety during spinning After the programme starts, the appliance lid The washing machine is equipped with is locked. a safety feature that can reduce the spin speed if imbalanced loading occurs. After the programme ends or during RINSE In this case, the laundry may be insufficiently STOP, the lid is unlocked.
  • Page 25: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and Care Detergent compartment Risk of electrical shock! Clean the detergent dispenser regularly. For Completely disconnect the washing machine this purpose: from the mains. - To remove the detergent dispenser, Never clean the washing machine with a jet squeeze both pressure points of water.
  • Page 26: Cleaning The Filter

    Cleaning the Filter • Gently turn the drum with the open lids to If the pump filter is not regularly front side of the machine (Figure 14) . cleaned, then this may adversely affect the performance of the machine. Figure 14 Cleaning the pump filter This filter collects bits of fluff and small objects, e.g.
  • Page 27: Indicator Lights

    Troubleshooting minor faults In this chapter, we will explain to you how you yourself may easily remedy small problems. Malfunctions of the washing machine are indicated on the display panel. Flashing indicator Cause / Remedial action No water is supplied: the tap is not open. •...
  • Page 28 What to do if... If a malfunction can not be remedied with the assistance of the following chart: •Turn programme selector to ”Off”. • Disconnect washing machine from mains. • Turn off tap. Risk of electrical shock! Have repairs carried out only through Customer Service or by authorised specialists. Problem Possible cause / Remedial action The programme does...
  • Page 29: What To Do If

    You save the associated extra costs. Further information and a selection of our products may be found on our Internet site: http://www.siemens-home.com GB 0844 8928999 Calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence per minute.
  • Page 32: Programme Chart

    SIEMENS ELECTROGERÄTE GMBH Siemens-Electrogeräte GmbH 0811 en Carl-Wery-Straße 34 TW2G00429-00 81739 MÜNCHEN 9000691726 DEUTSCHLAND...

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