Siemens WM16Y790GB Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions WM16Y790GB WM14Y790GB Washing machine www.siemens-home.com...
  • Page 2: Your New Washing Machine

    Please take a couple of minutes to read and become familiar with the advantages of your washing machine. To meet the high quality demands of the Siemens brand, each washing machine, which leaves our factory, is inspected thoroughly to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents e n I n s t r u c t io n Ma n u a l a n d I n s talla t io n In s t r u c t i o n s Before washing Ø...
  • Page 4: Intended Use

    Intended use B e f o r e wa s h i n g Ø For use in the household only. Ø The washing machine is suitable for washing machine- washable textiles and hand-washable wool in wash liquor. Ø The washing machine is suitable to be operated with cold drinking water and commercially available detergents and care products which are suitable for use in washing machines.
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions ã Warning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord. – Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only. ã...
  • Page 6 Prevent children from touching the hot washing machine door. – Detergents and care products may cause intoxication if consumed or eye and skin irritation if touched. Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children. ã Warning! Risk of explosion! Items of washing pretreated with solvent detergents, Items of washing pretreated with solvent detergents, Items of washing pretreated with solvent detergents,...
  • Page 7 ã Caution! Danger when reaching into/gripping the rotating drum! If you reach into the rotating drum, you may injure your hands. Do not grip the rotating drum. Wait until the drum stops rotating. ã Caution! Risk of coming into contact with liquid detergents/ care products! If the detergent drawer is opened while the washing If the detergent drawer is opened while the washing...
  • Page 8: Protection Of The Environment

    Protection of the environment Packaging/Old appliance Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner. This appliance has been identified in accordance with the European Directive 2002/96/EG on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). The Directive specifies the framework for an EU-wide valid return and recycling of waste appliances.
  • Page 9: Getting To Know Your Appliance

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  • Page 10: Detergent Drawer

    Detergent drawer Dispenser I Detergent for prewash Detergent for prewash Detergent for prewash Softener, starch. Do not exceed the maximum load. Softener, starch. Do not exceed the maximum load. Softener, starch. Do not exceed the maximum load. Dispenser Dispenser II Detergent for main wash, water softener, bleach, stain Detergent for main wash, water softener, bleach, stain Detergent for main wash, water softener, bleach, stain...
  • Page 11: Operating Elements/Display Elements

    Operating elements/Display elements ² All buttons are sensitive, they only need to be touched gently. All buttons are sensitive, they only need to be touc All buttons are sensitive, they only need to be touched gently. hed gently. Switch on and off the appliance. Press Start wash programme.
  • Page 12: The Main Points In Brief

    The main points in brief Insert mains plug. Open the washing To switch on, press Select the Turn the tap on. machine door. programme, e.g. button. Cotton. ú Dosage: 30% Please load laundry: max. 8kg Please load laundry: max. 8kg Please load laundry: max.
  • Page 13: Before Each Washing

    Before each washing Op e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e ² – Install and connect washing machine properly. Refer to ~ Page 46 – Before the 1st wash, wash once without any washing. ~ Page 59 1.
  • Page 14: Preparing The Appliance

    The appliance is switched on. button. The appliance is switched on. The Siemens logo is indicated on the display panel and all The Siemens logo is indicated on the display panel and all The Siemens logo is indicated on the display panel and all programme indicator lamps are lit.
  • Page 15 After switching on the appliance, after opening and closing the washing machine door as well as after starting the programme, the drum is lit. The light goes out automatically. Select a programme. You can use the saved programme or select another programme, Programme Overview, refer to ~ Page 24, or select other programmes (see programmes) and...
  • Page 16 – Do not load washing until the main menu for the saved programme is displayed after the Siemens logo. – The load bar progresses as the washing machine is loaded. If the max. load is exceeded, the bar flashes. Do not exceed indicated max.
  • Page 17: Changing The Settings Of The Selected Programme

    5. Changing the settings of the selected programme ² Take care not to trap any items of clothing between the loading door and rubber seal. Close the door. FODFN 1400 2:31 °C The main menu for the selected programme is indicated again on the display panel.
  • Page 18 Ø speedPerfect for a shorter wash time with a comparable washing effect to the standard programme. Observe maximum load. ~ Page 24 When selected, the display lamp is lit. Ø . Overview of all stains ~ Page 31 ã ASR Stain Automatic Do not let stains dry.
  • Page 19: Starting The Programme

    6. Starting the programme Ø Ü Select Start/Reload . The indicator light is on.
  • Page 20: Ø Washing

    Washing During the wash cycle the programme progress is indicated by a bar on the display panel. The bar progresses in the course of the wash cycle and provides information about the current programme progress. The arrows are switched on and off according to the programme progress.
  • Page 21 Ø Topping up washing When the programme has started, washing can be reloaded or taken out as required. Ü Select Start/Reload 60°C 2:31h 1400 Pause: Reload is possible ² – If there is a high water level, high temperature or if the drum is rotating, the washing machine door remains locked for reasons of safety and reload is not possible.
  • Page 22: End Of The Programme

    Ø End of programme by Rinse Hold Rinse hold reached: Select "spin" or "drain" and then "start". Spin Drain 1. Select Spin (If required, adjust the spin speed) or Drain. Ü 2. Select Start/Reload End of the programme Finished, remove washing is indicated on the display panel. Finished, remove washing Finished, remove washing Finished, remove washing...
  • Page 23: After Washing

    After washing Open washing machine door and remove washing.. ú Remove the washing. Switch off the device. ² – Do not leave any items of washing in the drum. In the next wash they may shrink or discolour something else. –...
  • Page 24: Ø Programme Overview

    Programme overview The presettings of the pro- grammes are highlighted in bold. Programme/Type of washing Options/information Name of the programme max. load Õ Brief explanation of the programme and selectable temperature as °C for which textiles it is suitable. selectable spin speeds in rpm, the max.
  • Page 25 The presettings of the pro- grammes are highlighted in bold. Programme/Type of washing Options/information max. 2 kg Wool Hand or machine-washable wool or rich- cold – 30 – 40 °C wool textiles. 0 ... 800 rpm Especially gentle wash programme to prevent shrinkage, longer programme ç...
  • Page 26 The presettings of the pro- grammes are highlighted in bold. Programme/Type of washing Options/information Textile Guard max. 1 kg Washing followed by impregnation of cold – 30 – 40 °C weatherproof and outdoor clothing with 0 ... 800 rpm membrane coating and water-resistant ²...
  • Page 27 ... more programmes The presettings of the pro- grammes are highlighted in bold. Programme/Type of washing Options/information Outdoor max. 2 kg Weatherproof and outdoor clothing with a cold - 30 – 40 °C membrane coating and water-resistant 0 ... 800 rpm ²...
  • Page 28 Starching ² The washing should not be treated with fabric softener. Liquid starch can be used in all wash programmes. Pour starch into the dispenser according to manufacturer’s specifications (if required clean beforehand). Dyeing/Discolouring Dye in household quantities only. Salt may attack stainless steel! Observe specifications of the dye manufacturer! Do not discolour washing in the washing machine! Soaking...
  • Page 29: Ø Programme Settings/Options

    Programme settings/options Depending on the programme, you can use the programme options to adjust the washing process even more efficiently to your items of washing. ² – Are active without acknowledgement. – Not retained after appliance is switched off. – Can be selected or deselected or changed depending on the programme progress.
  • Page 30 ß Options button to select: Notes Press Pre-wash For heavily soiled washing. on – off Pour detergent into dispensers I and II. Less Ironing Reduces creasing by special spin sequence followed on – off by fluffing and reduced spin speed. ²...
  • Page 31: Ø Anti-Stain System

    Anti-stain system General information about stains A total of 16 different stains can be selected. The washing machine adjusts the washing temperature, drum movement and soaking time specific to the type of stain. Hot or cold water, gentle or intensive washing control and long or short soaking provide the wash programme with a special sequence for each type of stain.
  • Page 32: Consumption Values

    Consumption values Programme Load Energy Water *** Programme consumption *** duration *** Cotton 30 °C * 8 kg 0.38 kWh 57 l 2:21 h Cotton 40 °C * 8 kg 0.97 kWh 57 l 2:31 h Cotton 60 °C * 8 kg 1.31 kWh 57 l...
  • Page 33: Appliance Settings

    Appliance settings By pressing the Basic Settings 3 sec. buttons, appliance settings can be changed, e.g. button signal. Simultaneously hold down Basic Settings 3 sec. buttons for approx. 3 seconds: language è end signal button signal Ø If the buttons are held down, the settings automatically run If the buttons are held down, the settings automatica If the buttons are held down, the settings automatica through.
  • Page 34: Sensors - Your Washing Machine Is So Intelligent

    Sensors – Your washing machine is so intelligent Load adjust Depending on the type of textile and load, the load adjust optimally adjusts the water consumption in each programme. Aqua-Sensor depending on model During the rinse cycle the Aqua sensor checks the degree of turbidity (turbidity is caused by dirt and detergent residue) of the rinsing water.
  • Page 35: Care And Maintenance

    Care and maintenance Clea n i n g a n d ma i n t e n a n c e ã Warning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the mains plug! ã...
  • Page 36: Cleaning The Detergent Drawer

    Descaling Not required if detergent dosed correctly. However, if this does occur, follow the instructions of the descaling agent manufacturer. Suitable descalers can be purchased on our website or from customer service. ~ Page 43 Cleaning the detergent drawer If it contains detergent or fabric softener residue: Pull out, depress insert, take out drawer all the way.
  • Page 37 Take the drainage hose out of the holder. Remove sealing cap, allow detergent solution to flow out. Have a suitable container ready. Push up the closing cap and place the drain hose back in its holder. Note: Residual water may run out. Carefully unscrew the pump cover.
  • Page 38 Filter blocked in water inlet hose First, release water pressure in the supply hose: Turn off the tap! Select any programme (except Spin/Drain). Ü Select Start/Reload . Leave programme for approx. 40 seconds. Press the button. Appliance is switched off. Pull out the mains plug! Clean the filter: Disconnect the hose from the water tap.
  • Page 39: Ø Emergency Lock Release, E.g. If Power Failure Occurs

    Emergency lock release, e.g. if power failure occurs The programme continues running when the power supply is restored. If the washing is still to be removed, the door can be opened as described below: ã Warning! Danger of scalding! Wash liquor and washing may be hot. If touched, there is a risk of scalding.
  • Page 40: Ø Information On The Display Panel

    Information on the display panel Display Cause/Remedy The door cannot be – Washing may be caught. Please open and close washing Ü locked, please open machine door again and select Start/Reload the door again, then – If required, shut washing machine door or remove washing and close it and select shut again.
  • Page 41: Ø Faults, What To Do

    Faults, what to do? Faults Cause/Remedy Water is running out. – Correctly attach/replace drainage hose. – Tighten screw-fitting on the supply hose. Ü Water not flowing in. – Start/Reload not selected? Detergent not – Tap not open? – Filter blocked? Clean the filter. ~ Page 38 washed in.
  • Page 42 Faults Cause/Remedy Display panel/ – Power failure? indicator lights do – Fuse tripped? Switch on/replace fuse. – If the fault occurs repeatedly, call customer service. ~ Page 43 not function while the appliance is running. The programme – Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system adjusts takes longer than imbalance by repeatedly distributing the washing.
  • Page 43: Customer Service

    Customer service If you cannot rectify the fault yourself, Faults, what to do?~ Page 41, please contact our customer service. We will always finds a suitable solution to avoid unnecessary visits by technicians. Please give customer service the product number (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD) of the appliance.
  • Page 44: Standard Accessories

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  • Page 45: Hose And Cable Lengths

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  • Page 46: Ø Installation

    Installation ² Humidity in the drum is caused by the final inspection. Secure installation ã Warning! Risk of injury! – The washing machine is heavy – caution: take care when lifting it. – If the washing machine is raised by –...
  • Page 47 ã Caution! Washing machine may be damaged! – Frozen hoses may tear/burst. Do not install the washing machine in an area where there is a risk of frost or outdoors. – If the washing machine is raised by protruding components (e.g. washing machine door), the components may break off and the washing machine may be damaged.
  • Page 48 ã Caution! Risk of stumbling! If the hoses and power cord are installed incorrectly, there is a risk of tripping and injury. Lay hoses and cables in such a way that there is no risk of stumbling. ã Caution! Washing machine may be damaged! –...
  • Page 49 Installing the appliance on a base or on a wooden joist ceiling ã Warning! Washing machine may be damaged!! The washing machine may wander during the spin cycle and topple/fall off the base. Always secure the washing machine feet with fixing brackets. Holding brackets: order no.
  • Page 50 Remove transportation protection devices ã Caution! Washing machine may be damaged! Transit bolts which have not been removed may damage e.g. the drum while the washing machine is running. Before using the appliance for the first time, remove the 4 transportation protection remove the 4 transportation protection remove the 4 transportation protection devices completely and keep in a safe...
  • Page 51 Take hoses out of the elbow and remove elbow. Loosen and remove all 4 transportation lock screws. Take the power cord out of the holders. Remove sleeves. Prepare/separate cover. Insert covers. Insert covers. Insert covers. ² Lock covers firmly by pressing on the locking hook. Insert hose holder.
  • Page 52: Connecting The Water

    Connecting the water ã Warning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. Do not immerse Aqua-Stop safety device in water (contains an electric valve). ² – To prevent leakage or water damage, follow the instructions in this chapter! –...
  • Page 53 to the tap (¾" = 26.4 mm):  ƒ  ƒ PLQ PP Aqua-Stop and Aqua-Secure Standard on the appliance: for Standard and Aqua-Secure models Carefully turn on the tap and check that the connection points are not leaking. ² Screw connection is under water pipe pressure.
  • Page 54 ã Caution! The appliance may be damaged. If the end of the drainage hose is immersed in the drained water, water may be drawn back into the appliance! – The plug must not be in the plug hole. – When the water is being pumped out of the washing machine, check that the water drains away quickly enough.
  • Page 55 Drainage into a plastic pipe with rubber sleeve or into a gully: ã Warning! Water damage possible! If the drainage hose slips off the plastic pipe due to high water pressure when draining the washing machine, leaking water may cause damage. Secure the drainage hose to prevent it from slipping out of the sink.
  • Page 56 Alignment Loosen lock nut in a clockwise direction with a wrench. Check alignment of the washing machine with a spirit level and, if required, correct. Adjust the height by rotating the foot. ² All four feet must be firmly on the floor. All four feet must be firmly on the floor.
  • Page 57: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical safety ã Warning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord. – Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only.
  • Page 58 – If a residual-current-operated circuit breaker is used, use only a type which features this symbol: Only this symbol guarantees compliance with currently valid regulations. – The mains plug must be accessible at all times.
  • Page 59: Before The 1St Washing

    Before the 1st washing The washing machine was inspected thoroughly before leaving the factory. To remove any water left over from testing procedures, the first washing cycle should be carried out without laundry in the machine. ² The washing machine must have been installed and connected properly.
  • Page 60: Transportation, E.g. If Moving House

    Transportation, e.g. if moving house Preparatory work Turn off the tap. Release the water pressure in the supply hose. Maintenance – Filter in the water inlet hose ~ Page 38 Drain any residual detergent solution. Maintenance – Drain pump blocked ~ Page 36 Isolate the washing machine from the power supply.
  • Page 61: Index

    Index Alignment, 56 Aqua-Sensor, 34 Anti-stain system, 31 ASR Stain Automatic, 11, 18, 29 Basic Settings 3 sec., 11 Cancelling Cleaning the programme, 21 the detergent drawer, 36 Care, 35 the filter, 38 Drum, 35 the siphon, 37 the siphon, 37 the siphon, 37 Machine housing/Control Connecting the water, 52...
  • Page 62 Less Ironing, 30 Load sensor/Load display, 34 Load adjust, 34 Maintenance, 35 Old appliance, 8 Options, 11, 18, 29 Packaging, 8 steps, 20 Pre-wash, 30 Programme setting, 17, 18 Programme overview, 24 Programme settings, 29 Programme selector, 11 Protection of the environment, 8 Programme sequence Quick-reference...
  • Page 64 Please find the contact data of all countries in the enclosed customer Please find the contact data of all countries in the enclosed customer Please find the contact data of all countries in the enclosed customer service list. Siemens-Electrogeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Str. 34, 81739 München Germany 9000742394...

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