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  • Page 1 Washing machine WMH4Y890GB siemens-home.com/welcome Register your product online ens-home.com/welcome...
  • Page 2: Your New Washing Machine

    Your new washing machine Display rules : Warning! You have chosen a Siemens washing machine. This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly dangerous Please take a few minutes to read and situation. Not heeding the warning can become familiar with the advantages of cause death or injuries.
  • 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 Operating the appliance..40 Sensors ....58 Preparing the washing machine . . . 40 Automatic load sensing ..58 Switching on the appliance/ Unbalanced load detection system .
  • Page 5: Intended Use

    Intended use Intended use This appliance is intended for private ■ I n t e n d e d u s e domestic use only. Do not install or operate this ■ appliance anywhere that is liable to experience frost and/or outdoor conditions.
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Do not allow children to Safety instructions ■ clean or maintain this appliance unsupervised. The following safety information Keep children under 3 years S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s and warnings are provided to ■...
  • Page 7: Installation

    Safety instructions Warning Installation Risk of suffocation! Warning If allowed to play with the Risk of electric shock/fire/ packaging/plastic film or material damage/damage to packing components, children the appliance! may become caught in these or If the appliance is not installed pull them over their heads and properly, this may lead to a suffocate.
  • Page 8 Safety instructions If you take hold of any of the Warning ■ appliance's protruding parts Risk of electric shock/fire/ (e.g. the appliance door) in material damage/damage to order to lift or move it, these the appliance! parts may break off and If the appliance's mains cable is cause injury.
  • Page 9: The Appliance

    Safety instructions The appliance is secured for Caution! ■ transportation by transport Material damage/damage to locking devices. If the the appliance transport locking devices are If the water pressure is too ■ not removed before the high or too low, the appliance is operated, this appliance may not be able to may result in damage to the...
  • Page 10: Operation

    Safety instructions If you reach into the drum Operation ■ while it is still rotating, you Warning risk injuring your hands. Risk of explosions/fire! Wait until the drum has Laundry that has been stopped rotating. pretreated with cleaning agents Warning that contain solvents, e.g.
  • Page 11: Cleaning/Maintenance

    Safety instructions Caution! Cleaning/Maintenance Material damage/damage to Warning the appliance Danger of death! If the amount of laundry in ■ The appliance is powered by the appliance exceeds its electricity. There is a risk of maximum load capacity, it electric shock if you come into may not be able to operate contact with live components.
  • Page 12 Safety instructions Warning Caution! Risk of poisoning! Material damage/damage to the appliance Poisonous fumes may be given off by cleaning agents that Cleaning agents and agents for contain solvents, e.g. cleaning pretreating laundry (e.g. stain solvent. removers, prewash sprays, etc.) Do not use cleaning agents that may cause damage if they contain solvents.
  • Page 13: Environmental Protection

    Environmental protection Information on energy and water ■ Environmental consumption: ~ Page 26 The displays provide information protection about the relative level of energy and water consumption in the selected Packaging/used appliance programmes. E n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n The more display segments are Dispose of packaging in an visible, the higher the respective...
  • Page 14: Positioning And Connecting

    Positioning and connecting ( Mains cable Positioning and 0 Bag: connecting Installation and operating ■ instructions Included 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 15: 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 16: 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 17: 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 ■...
  • Page 18: 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 19: 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 20: Levelling

    Positioning and connecting Levelling Observe the following information and ensure that: Align the appliance using a spirit level. Notes Incorrect alignment may result in loud The mains voltage and voltage ■ noises, vibrations and machine indicated on the washing machine "movement".
  • Page 21: 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 22: Transportation

    Positioning and connecting Transportation Fitting the transportation securing means: E.g. when moving house Remove the covers and keep them in a safe place. Caution! If required, use a screwdriver. Risk of damage to the appliance caused by detergent/fabric softener leaking from the dispensers. Leaking detergent/fabric softener can prevent the appliance from working correctly, e.g.
  • Page 23: 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 24: Getting To Know The Appliance

    Getting to know the appliance Getting to know the appliance Washing 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 45...
  • Page 25: Control Panel

    Getting to know the appliance Control panel All the buttons are sensitive Buttons Basic settings 3 sec. Note: (except for the main switch) and only for changing the appliance need to be pressed lightly. settings, e.g. button signals, an overview of all selectable settings that can be selected Main switch To switch the appliance on/off:...
  • Page 26: Display Panel

    Getting to know the appliance The Remote start } button Display panel releases the appliance so that the programme can be started Main menu after selecting the remotely via the programme Home Connect app. Remote e.g. Easy-Care start remains enabled for 24 hours after it has been The arrows on the display panel activated.
  • Page 27 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 28: Laundry

    Laundry Some examples of soiling levels can Laundry be found on ~ Page 29 – 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 29: 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 30: Overview Of Programmes

    Overview of programmes Overview of programmes Programmes 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. load Brief explanation of the programme and the fabrics for which it is Temperature that can be selected;...
  • Page 31 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/instructions Settings Easy-Care Max. 4 kg Textiles made of synthetic materials or blended fabrics ¯ - 60 °C 0-1200** rpm ¦, (, ã, !, l, Ã, æ, õ, $, ç Detergent è, fabric softener è Mixed Fabrics Max.
  • Page 32 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/instructions Settings Rapid 15’/30‘ * Max. 2 / 3,5 kg Extra-short programme of approx. 15 / 30 minutes, suitable for ¯ - 40 °C small items of lightly soiled laundry 0-1200** rpm The Rapid 15’ programme is run for the speedPerfect ( Note: .
  • Page 33 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/instructions Settings Shirts / Blouses Max. 2 kg Non-iron shirts or blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres or ¯ - 60 °C blended fabrics 0-800** rpm Notes ¦, (, ã, !, l, Ã, æ, õ, Shirts/blouses are only given a short spin on the Less ironing ■...
  • Page 34 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/instructions Settings Rinse * Rinse Plus with spin 0-1600** rpm Ã, l, $, æ Detergent -, fabric softener è Spin * Extra spin with selectable speed 0-1600** rpm æ Detergent -, fabric softener - Drain * For the rinsing water, e.g.
  • Page 35: Starching

    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. ■ ¦, (, ã, !, l, Ã, æ, õ, Before washing, clean the detergent drawer thoroughly (manual ■...
  • Page 36: Programme Default Settings

    Programme default settings Finished in Programme default The programme duration is shown after settings selecting the programme. Before starting the programme, you The 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 37: 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 38: 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. The 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 39: Less Ironing

    Additional programme settings/options Less ironing * Rinse Hold * (æ) Settings that can be selected: Settings that can be selected: on – off on – off Reduces creasing thanks to a special The washing remains in the water after spin sequence followed by fluffing and the last rinse cycle.
  • Page 40: Stains

    Operating the appliance Stains * The treatment of two stains explained in the following example: (ã) 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 41: Switching On The Appliance/ Selecting A Programme

    Press the # button. The appliance is You can use or change the default switched on. settings for each washing cycle. The Siemens logo appears on the To do this, repeatedly press the display and all indicator lamps light up. corresponding button until the required setting is displayed.
  • Page 42: Placing Laundry Into The Drum

    The bar fills in during the Wait until the Siemens logo no ■ washing cycle and provides information longer appears before adding about the current progress of the laundry.
  • Page 43: Child Lock 3 Sec

    Operating the appliance If you adjust the programme selector or Some programme sequence steps select a button when the childproof lock explained: is activated, wChildproof lock Load adjust active ~ Page 58 activated appears in the display panel. ■ Notes The childproof lock can be activated ■...
  • Page 44: Changing The Programme

    Operating the appliance Changing the programme Programme end ÏFinished, remove washing appears If you have started the wrong on the display panel. The Ü button programme by mistake, you can indicator lamp is off. change the programme as follows: Press the Ü button. Select another programme.
  • Page 45: Intelligent Dosing System

    Intelligent dosing system Initial use/filling the Intelligent dosing dispensers system Refer to the manufacturer's instructions Intelligent dosing system in when choosing your detergent and I n t e l l i g e n t d o s i n g s y s t e m fabric softener.
  • Page 46: Everyday Use

    Intelligent dosing system The display lights up if intelligent Filling the dispensers: ■ dosing is selected for the The dispensers in the detergent drawer corresponding dispenser: are marked using corresponding – ô for dispenser ß (detergent), dispenser covers: – for the iIô illuminated display for the combined compartment ß...
  • Page 47: Base Dosage

    Intelligent dosing system Topping up the detergent/ fabric Degree of softener: soiling → If, while intelligent dosing is selected, Water the respective illuminated display hardness ↓ flashes and there is corresponding information on the display panel, this soft/medium 55 ml 75 ml 120 ml 160 ml indicates that the minimum fill level has not been reached.
  • Page 48: Dispenser Content For I-Dos Iiô

    Intelligent dosing system Dispenser content for i-Dos iIô Instead of fabric softener, a second liquid detergent can be used in the i-Dos iIô dispenser. Notes When switching the i-Dos iIô ■ dispenser content from fabric softener to detergent, the basic dosage for detergent is set to factory settings for this dispenser and the dosage for this detergent is set to...
  • Page 49: 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 50: Home Connect

    Home Connect Connecting to your home Home Connect network automatically T his appliance is Wi-Fi enabled and can If your router has a WPS function, you H o m e C o n n e c t be controlled remotely via a smartphone can connect the appliance to your home or tablet PC.
  • Page 51: Connecting To Your Home Network Manually

    Home Connect automatically again or connect your appliance manually ~ Page 51. Connecting to your home network manually If you have already automatically connected your appliance to your home network, you can skip the manual connection step and connect it to the Home Connect app ~ Page 52.
  • Page 52: Connecting To The Home Connect App

    Home Connect Connecting to the Home If your smartphone or Note: tablet PC is still connected to the Connect app HomeConnect network, you will need to connect it to your home If your appliance is connected to your network first. home network, you can connect it to the If your appliance is not shown Home Connect app.
  • Page 53: Switching Wi-Fi On And Off

    Home Connect Switching Wi-Fi on and off You can switch the Home Connect function on your appliance on or off permanently at any time. Switch the appliance on. Press and hold the Remote start } button for more than three seconds. Aut.
  • Page 54: Resetting Your Network Settings

    Home Connect Resetting your network If you want to operate the Note: appliance via the Home Connect app settings again, you must reconnect it to your home network and to the You can clear the network settings and Home Connect app either automatically break the connection to your or manually.
  • Page 55: Updating The Software

    Home Connect Updating the software If no software update is available, Note: Not available appears in the display You can update the panel. The Home Connect software is Home Connect software on your completely up-to-date. appliance. As soon as a new update is available, a note appears in the display panel for your appliance.
  • Page 56: About Data Protection

    Home Connect functionality meets the basic requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC. A detailed R&TTE Declaration of Conformity can be found online at www.siemens-home.com among the additional documents on the product page for your appliance.
  • Page 57: Appliance Settings

    Appliance settings Set the basic dosage in accordance Appliance settings with the recommendation of the detergent manufacturer. You can change the following appliance A p p l i a n c e s e t t i n g s settings: To change the settings, press and hold both Basic settings 3 sec.
  • Page 58: 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 59: 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 60: I-Dos Detergent Draw And Its Housing

    Cleaning and maintenance i-Dos detergent draw and its Cleaning the dispensers/detergent drawer: housing The detergent drawer can be removed completely to allow you to Emptying the dispensers: clean to dispensers after you have The dispensers have emptying emptied them. outlets with removable sealing plugs a) Empty the dispensers before at the front.
  • Page 61: The Drain Pump Is Blocked, Emergency Draining

    Cleaning and maintenance The drain pump is blocked, emergency draining Warning Risk of scalding! When you wash at high temperatures, the water gets very hot. If you come into – Protect the rear drawer connector contact with the hot water, you may be against water, detergent or fabric- scalded.
  • Page 62: The Drain Hose At The Siphon Is Blocked

    Cleaning and maintenance Filter in the water supply blocked First, reduce the water pressure in the supply hose: Turn off the tap. Select any programme (except Rinse/Spin/Empty). Put the service flap back on, lock it Press the Ü button. Allow the into place and close it.
  • Page 63: Faults And What To Do About Them

    Faults and what to do about them. Caution! Faults and what to do Water damage about them. Any escaping water may cause water damage. Emergency release Do not open the door if water can be 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 . seen through the glass.
  • Page 64: Information On The Display Panel

    Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Display Cause/remedy Top up the The i-Dos dispensers are below the minimum fill level; top up ~ Page 46. i-Dos iIô , ô container i-Dos iIô, i-Dos ô Set i-Dos iIô...
  • Page 65: Faults And What To Do About Them

    Faults and what to do about them. Display Cause/remedy Drum care This instruction reminds you to run the Drum clean 90 °C programme or a 60 °C information: programme to clean and care for the drum and the outer tub. Notes Run the programme without laundry.
  • Page 66 Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/remedy The drum briefly jerks or Not a fault – the internal motor test may cause the drum to jerk or judder briefly judders after the when the wash programme starts. programme has started. The water is not draining.
  • Page 67 Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/remedy Home Connect is not You can find solutions to problems with Home Connect at working. www.home-connect.com. Loud noises, vibrations Is the appliance level? Level the appliance. ~ Page 20 ■ and machine "wandering" Are the appliance's feet secured? Secure the appliance's feet.
  • Page 68: After-Sales Service

    After-sales service After-sales service If you cannot rectify a fault yourself, A f t e r - s a l e s s e r v i c e contact customer services. ~ Cover page We will always find an appropriate solution in order to avoid unnecessary visits by engineers.
  • Page 69: Consumption Rates

    Consumption rates Consumption rates Energy and water consumption, programme duration and C o n s u m p t i o n r a t e s residual moisture for the main washing programmes (approximate values) Programme Load Energy Water Programme consumption* consumption*...
  • Page 70: Efficiency Test Programmes For Cotton Fabrics

    Technical data Efficiency test programmes for cotton fabrics The following programmes (standard programmes, indicated by ü) are suitable for cleaning normally soiled cotton fabrics and are the most efficient with respect to combined energy and water consumption. Standard programmes for cottons in accordance with Regulation (EU) no. 1015/2010 Programme + temperature Load Approximate programme...
  • Page 71: Aqua-Stop Warranty

    Aqua-Stop warranty Aqua-Stop warranty Only 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 72 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.com *9001185721* 9001185721 (9603)

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