Siemens WM16Y8891W Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Washing machine WM16Y8891W siemens-home.bsh-group.com/welcome Register your product online...
  • Page 2 Additional information about our Note / Tip products, accessories, spare parts and services can be found at: www.siemens- Instructions on how to best use the home.bsh-group.com or contact our appliance as well as other useful customer service centers.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents e n I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l a n d I n s t a l l a t i o n I n s t r u c t i o n s Intended use.
  • Page 4 Levelling ..... . 56 Appliance settings ..38 Electrical connection ... . 56 Before washing for the first time.
  • Page 5: Intended Use

    Intended use Intended use For private domestic use only. ■ I n t e n d e d u s e The washing machine is suitable for ■ washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool in detergent solution. To be operated with cold mains ■...
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Reaching into the drum Safety instructions ■ when it is turning can cause injuries to hands. E lectrical safety Do not reach into the drum S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s when it is turning.
  • Page 7 Safety instructions Warning Warning Danger of death! Eye/skin irritation! Children may lock themselves Detergents and care products in appliances, putting their lives may cause irritation if they at risk. come into contact with the eyes For appliances that have or skin. reached the end of their service Keep detergents and care life:...
  • Page 8: Environmental Protection

    Environmental protection Environmental protection P ackaging/used appliance E n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-responsible manner. Keep children away from the packaging materials and packaging materials are not toys.
  • Page 9: Tips On Economical Use

    Environmental protection Indicative Statement of Environment Protection of Product Please use and maintain the product according to the instruction of the manual, the product may harm to environment and human health due to improper utilization or disposal. According to the law of ‘Statute of Recovery and Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Products’, Please hand in the products to the disposal enterprises which are qualified when you plan to throw it.
  • Page 10: Main Points In Brief

    Main points in brief Main points in brief M a i n p o i n t s i n b r i e f Plug into the mains. Open the washing Sort the laundry. To switch on, press Turn on the tap. machine door.
  • Page 11: Getting To Know The Appliance

    Getting to know the appliance Getting to know the appliance W ashing machine G e t t i n g t o k n o w t h e a p p l i a n c e Service flap Detergent drawer with illuminated displays for the i-Dos dispenser on the drawer handle...
  • Page 12: Control Panel

    Getting to know the appliance Control panel All the buttons are sensitive Buttons Child Lock 3 sec. for Note: (except for the main switch) and only activating/deactivating the need to be pressed lightly. childproof lock ~ Page 32 Buttons Settings 3 sec. for Main switch changing the appliance settings, for switching the washing...
  • Page 13: Display Panel

    Getting to know the appliance Display panel Main menu after selecting the programme e.g. Synthetics The arrows on the display panel indicate in which direction the programme default settings can be changed using the buttons located above and below. To change, select the button under the programme highlighted in black and change the programme.
  • Page 14 Getting to know the appliance Options button selected and select, for example, the Rinse Hold ($) option: Using the buttons under the two left- hand arrows, select the option. Using the two right-hand arrows, select the displayed value. The selected options are active immediately and are displayed on the display panel.
  • Page 15: Laundry

    Laundry Some examples of soiling levels can Laundry be found on ~ Page 16 – Light: Do not prewash, select the P repare the laundry ( speedPerfect setting if L a u n d r y necessary Caution! – Normal Damage to the appliance/fabrics –...
  • Page 16: Detergent

    Detergent Saving energy and detergent Detergent For light and normal soiling, you can C orrect selection of detergent save energy (lower washing D e t e r g e n t temperature) and detergent. The care label is crucial for selecting the correct detergent, temperature and Saving Soiling/note...
  • Page 17: Overview Of Programmes

    Overview of programmes Overview of programmes P rogrammes on the programme selector O v e r v i e w o f p r o g r a m m e s Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings Name of the programme Max.
  • Page 18 Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings 4 kg Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics ¯ - 40 °C 0 - 1600** rpm ¦, (, !, l, Ã, æ, õ, $, ç Detergent è, fabric softener è Delicate 2 kg Delicate, washable fabrics, e.g.
  • Page 19 Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings Jeans 3.5 kg Dark-coloured cottons and dark-coloured easy-care fabrics; ¯ - 40 °C Turn items inside-out before washing. 0 - 1200** rpm ¦, (, !, l, Ã, æ, õ, $, ç Detergent è, fabric softener è Outdoor * Max.
  • Page 20 Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings Shirts Max. 2 kg Non-iron shirts or blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres or ¯ - 60 °C blended fabrics 0 - 800** rpm Notes ¦, (, !, l, Ã, æ, õ, $, ç Shirts/blouses are only given a short spin on the Less ironing ■...
  • Page 21 Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings Drum Clean * 0 kg Programme for cleaning and caring for the drum and the outer tub, 80, 90 °C e.g. before running the first wash cycle, if washing frequently at a 1200 rpm low temperature (40 °C or lower) or if an odour has developed after a prolonged period of non-use.
  • Page 22 Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings Sportswear * Max. 2 kg Sportswear and leisurewear made from microfibre fabrics ¯ - 40 °C Notes 0 - 800** rpm Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener. ■ ¦, (, !, l, Ã, æ, õ, $, ç Before washing, clean the detergent drawer thoroughly ■...
  • Page 23: Starching

    Overview of programmes Starching Laundry should not be treated Note: with fabric softener. Switch on the appliance. Select the Rinse programme. Pour liquid starch into compartment À Á in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions (clean first if necessary). Press the Ü button. Dyeing/bleaching Dye should only be used in normal household quantities.
  • Page 24: Programme Default Settings

    Programme default settings Finish in Programme default The programme duration is shown after settings selecting the programme. Before starting the programme, you T he programme default settings are P r o g r a m m e d e f a u l t s e t t i n g s displayed in the main menu after can preselect the programme end in hourly increments (h = hour) up to a...
  • Page 25: I-Dos Settings

    Programme default settings i-Dos settings i-Dos i for fabric softener Dosage strengths Your washing machine has an intelligent dosing system for liquid detergent and High: high level of softness ª fabric softener (or detergent when using Medium: medium level of softness ©...
  • Page 26: Additional Programme Settings/Options (* Depending On The Model)

    Additional programme settings/options Prewash * Additional programme settings/options Settings that can be selected: (* depending on the on – off model) For heavily soiled laundry. T he settings/options that are available Notes A d d i t i o n a l p r o g r a m m e s e t t i n g s / o p t i o n s depend on the model.
  • Page 27: Water Plus

    Additional programme settings/options Water Plus * Press the Ü button after approx. 10 minutes. The laundry remains in the soaking solution. Leave the laundry to soak for as long Settings that can be selected: as required, then either press the Ü on –...
  • Page 28: Stains

    Additional programme settings/options Stains * The treatment of two stains explained in the following example: Blood In total, there are 16 different types of Blood is first “dissolved” in cold water, stain to choose from. then the selected wash programme starts.
  • Page 29: Operating The Appliance

    Press the # button. The appliance is settings for each washing cycle. switched on. To do this, repeatedly press the The Siemens logo appears on the corresponding button until the required display and all indicator lamps light up. setting is displayed. ~ Page 24 The Cotton programme set at the factory is then always displayed.
  • Page 30: Select Additional Programme

    Individual laundry Additional programme settings/options items may cause an unbalanced ~ Page 26 load. Wait until the Siemens logo no ■ Placing laundry into the drum longer appears before adding laundry. The load screen appears when the Warning ■...
  • Page 31: Measure And Add Detergent And Care Products

    Operating the appliance Measure and add detergent Some programme sequence steps explained: and care products Load adjust active ~ Page 39 ■ For the majority of programmes on your washing machine, detergent and fabric softener are dosed automatically; it is a factory setting for these programmes and can be changed.
  • Page 32: Child Lock 3 Sec

    Operating the appliance Child Lock 3 sec. Notes Do not leave the door open for too ■ You can lock the washing machine to long when adding laundry as water prevent the functions you have set from from the laundry may leak out. being changed inadvertently.
  • Page 33: Programme End During Rinse Hold

    Operating the appliance Programme end during rinse hold The following appears on the display panel: Notes Leave the loading door and ■ detergent drawer open so that any residual water can evaporate. Always wait until the programme ■ ends, as the appliance could still be locked.
  • Page 34: Intelligent Dosing System

    Intelligent dosing system Notes Intelligent dosing Only use easy-pour liquid products ■ system that the manufacturer recommends adding to the detergent drawer. Do not mix different liquid I ntelligent dosing system in ■ detergents. If changing your liquid I n t e l l i g e n t d o s i n g s y s t e m the detergent drawer detergent (type, manufacturer, etc.), empty the dispenser completely and...
  • Page 35: Everyday Use

    Intelligent dosing system When the appliance is switched on, the The dosage strength has been preset to fact that the detergent drawer is closed low (lightly soiled laundry) for completely is indicated by the following: detergent ô and to medium (medium level of softness) for fabric softener i.
  • Page 36: Base Dosage

    Intelligent dosing system Base dosage Changing the basic dosages: Appliance settings ~ Page 38 The basic dosages are: Dispenser content for For detergents – based on the ■ i-Dos iIô manufacturer’s recommendation for average soiling and the respective Instead of fabric softener, a second water hardness.
  • Page 37: Manual Dosage

    Intelligent dosing system Manual dosage Dosing and adding detergent: Pull out the detergent drawer. In addition to intelligent dosing, you can manually add cleaning aids (e.g. softener, bleach or stain remover) to compartment À Á, if necessary. For programmes without intelligent dosing, or as desired (in which case, set intelligent dosing to ö...
  • Page 38: Appliance Settings

    Appliance settings To change the settings, press and hold Appliance settings both Settings 3 sec. buttons for approx. 3 seconds. ~ Page 14 Y ou can change the following appliance A p p l i a n c e s e t t i n g s settings: Notes The settings are retained after the...
  • Page 39: Sensors

    Sensors Dosing recommendation Sensors The dosing recommendation indicates a A utomatic load sensing recommended detergent dosage as a S e n s o r s percentage, depending on the selected Depending on the type of fabric and programme and the detected load. The load, the automatic load sensing indicated % refers to the dosing function optimally adjusts the water...
  • Page 40: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and maintenance Machine housing/control Cleaning and panel maintenance Wipe the housing and the control ■ Warning panel with a soft, damp cloth. C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e Remove the detergent residue Danger of death! ■...
  • Page 41: I-Dos Detergent Draw And Its

    Cleaning and maintenance i-Dos detergent draw and its The detergent drawer can be removed completely to allow you to housing clean to dispensers after you have emptied them. Emptying the dispensers: a) Empty the dispensers before The dispensers have emptying removing the drawer.
  • Page 42: The Drain Pump Is Blocked, Emergency Draining

    Cleaning and maintenance – Protect the rear drawer connector Turn off the water tap so that no against water, detergent or fabric- more water can flow in and has to be softener residue; if necessary, drained via the drain pump. clean the outer surfaces with a Switch off the appliance.
  • Page 43: The Drain Hose At The Siphon Is Blocked

    Cleaning and maintenance Put the service flap back on, lock it Filter in the water supply into place and close it. blocked First, reduce the water pressure in the supply hose: Turn off the tap. Select any programme (except Rinse/Spin/Empty). Press the Ü...
  • Page 44: Faults And What To Do About Them

    Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. E mergency release F a u l t s a n d w h a t t o d o a b o u t t h e m . E.g.
  • Page 45: Information On The Display Panel

    Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Display Cause/remedy Re-fill the i-Dos iIô, ô The i-Dos dispensers are below the minimum fill level; top up ~ Page 34. dispenser i-Dos iIô, i-Dos ô set i-Dos iIô, i-Dos ô to off. error;...
  • Page 46: Faults And What To Do About Them

    Faults and what to do about them. Display Cause/remedy Drum care information: This instruction reminds you to carry out the Drum Clean 90 °C programme or a 60 °C programme to clean and care for the drum and the outer tub. Notes Run the programme without laundry.
  • Page 47 Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/remedy The water is not draining. Is $ selected (Rinse Hold = no final spin)? ~ Page 33 ■ Clean the drain pump. ~ Page 42 ■ Clean the drain pipe and/or the drain hose. ■...
  • Page 48: After-Sales Service

    After-sales service Faults Cause/remedy The display panel/ Power failure? ■ indicator lamps do not Have the fuses blown? Switch on/replace the fuses. ■ work while the appliance If the fault occurs repeatedly, call the after-sales service. ■ is running. There is detergent Some phosphate-free detergents contain water-insoluble residue.
  • Page 49: Consumption Rates

    T e c h n i c a l d a t a 850 x 600 x 600 mm C o n s u m p t i o n r a t e s Model: WM16Y8891W (height x width x depth) Grade* Weight: Power consumption 0.78...
  • Page 50: Positioning And Connecting

    Positioning and connecting ( Mains cable Positioning and 0 Bag: connecting Installation and operating ■ instructions I ncluded with the appliance Customer services location ■ P o s i t i o n i n g a n d c o n n e c t i n g directory* Check the machine for transport Note:...
  • Page 51: Safety Instructions

    Positioning and connecting Safety instructions Installation surface The washing machine be stable Warning Note: so that it does not move around. Risk of injury! The installation surface must be firm The washing machine is very heavy. ■ ■ and level. Be careful when lifting/transporting Soft floors/floor coverings are not the washing machine.
  • Page 52: Installing The Appliance In A Kitchenette

    Positioning and connecting Installing the appliance in a Take the hoses out of the holders. kitchenette Warning Danger of death! There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components. Do not remove the appliance covering plate. Unscrew and remove all four transportation securing bolts with a Notes wrench (WAF 13).
  • Page 53: Hose And Cable Lengths

    Positioning and connecting Hose and cable lengths Left-hand connection ■ Right-hand connection ■ The following are available from Tip: specialist dealers/customer services: Extension for Aqua-Stop and cold ■ water supply hose (approx. 2.50 m); order no. WM Z2380, WZ 10130, CZ 11350, Z 7070X0 A longer supply hose (approx.
  • Page 54: Water Inlet

    Positioning and connecting Water inlet Optimum water pressure in the supply network Warning At least 100 kPa (1 bar) Danger of death! Maximum 1000 kPa (10 bar) There is a risk of electric shock if you When the tap is open, the water flow touch live components.
  • Page 55: Water Outlet

    Positioning and connecting Water outlet Connection Drainage into a washbasin Warning ■ Risk of scalding! When you are washing at high temperatures, there is a risk of scalding if you come into contact with hot water (e.g. when draining hot water into a washbasin).
  • Page 56: Levelling

    Positioning and connecting Levelling Notes The mains voltage and voltage ■ Align the appliance using a spirit level. indicated on the washing machine (rating plate) are the same. Incorrect alignment may result in loud The connected load and fuse noises, vibrations and machine required are specified on the rating "movement".
  • Page 57: Before Washing For The First Time

    Positioning and connecting Before washing for the first time The washing machine was thoroughly tested before leaving the factory. To remove any water that may be left over from the test, run the first wash cycle without any laundry. Notes The washing machine must be ■...
  • Page 58: Transportation

    Positioning and connecting Transportation E.g. when moving house Caution! Risk of damage to the appliance caused by detergent/fabric softener leaking from the dispensers. Leaking detergent/fabric softener can Before switching on the appliance prevent the appliance from working again: correctly, e.g. due to damage to the Notes electronics.
  • Page 59 Aqua-Stop warranty Aqua-Stop warranty O nly for appliances with Aqua-Stop A q u a - S t o p w a r r a n t y In addition to warranty claims against the vendor based on the purchase agreement and to our appliance warranty, we will provide compensation under the following conditions: If water damage is caused due to a...
  • Page 60 01450 2655 (0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute.) You can find the contact information for all countries in the attached after-sales service directory. BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34 81739 München GERMANY siemens-home.bsh-group.com *9001359956* 9001359956 (9804)

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