Siemens WM12A163DN Manual

Intended use
Your washing machine
Congratulations You have opted for a modern, high-quality for use in the household only,
domestic appliance manufactured by Siemens. This washing for machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool
machine is distinguished by its economical water and energy
in detergent solution,
consumption. to be operated with cold drinking water and commer-
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly
cially available detergents and care products which are
to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition. suitable for use in washing machines.
.
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– The washing machine is not to be used by
Environmentally friendly waste disposal
children or persons not familiar with the
operating instructions.
All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with
environmental guidelines. – Keep pets away from the washing machine.
This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive
2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and
reuse of used appliances.
Contents
Page
Programmes
Intended use .......................................................................................1
Detailed overview of programmes page 7.
Programmes .......................................................................................1
Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3 Koge-/kulørtvask
hard-wearing fabrics
Washing ...........................................................................................3/4 (Cottons)
After washing ......................................................................................4
Koge-/kulørtvask hard-wearing fabrics
Individual settings ..............................................................................5
(Cottons) Intensiv
Important information ........................................................................6
(Intensive)
Overview of programmes ................................................................7
SuperLyn 30' Short programme
Safety instructions .............................................................................8
(Super 30')
Consumption values .........................................................................8
Before washing for the first time/Care ..........................................9 Skyl (Rinse) with subsequent spin cycle
Information to indicator lights ..........................................................9
Centrifugering laundry washed by hand
Maintenance .................................................................................... 10 (Spin)
What to do if... .................................................................................. 11
Udpumpning the rinsing water
(Empty)
Uld-/håndvask hand/machine-washable textiles
(Wool)
Environmental protection/Conservation tips
Finvask delicate washable fabrics
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of
(Delicate)
laundry for the relevant programme.
– Instead of Koge-/kulørtvask (Cottons) 90 °C, choose the Strygelet easy-care fabrics
(Easy-Care)
programme Koge-/kulørtvask (Cottons) 60 °C Intensiv
(Intensive). Comparable cleaning result with significantly lower
energy consumption.
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's
instructions and water hardness.
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Preparation Before washing for the first time
Wash once without any laundry
Sorting and loading laundry
Correct installation according to the
separate Installation instructions.
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
According to the information on the care labels.
Checking the machine
According to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load
– Never use a damaged machine.
Observe the important information
– Inform the after-sales service.
Insert large and small items of laundry.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap items of laundry
Connecting the mains
between the washing machine door and the rubber seal.
plug
Add detergent and care products
Make sure your hands are dry.
Take hold of the plug only.
Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturer's instructions.
Turning the tap on Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Compartment II: Detergent for the main wash, water softener,
Dilute thick fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
bleach, stain remover
This prevents blockages.
Compartment : Fabric softener, starch
Setting and adjusting programmes
(*spin speed depending on model)
Additional function
page 5.
Programme selector Status Additional Start
indicators function*
Programme selector for
switching the machine on
and off and for selecting
the programme. Can be
turned in either direction.
2
Washing Removing the washing
page 9.
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If (no spin, without final spin) is active: Turn the
programme selector to Udpumpning (Empty) or select
the spin speed.
Select Start .
Detergent drawer with – Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.
page 7.
compartments II,
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent
page 6.
drawer open so that any residual water can
Drum
evaporate.
Turning the tap off
Control panel
Not required for AquaStop models
Washing machine Installation Instructions, page 7.
Measure accordingly: door
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Fra (Off).
1
End of programme when ...
Individual settings,
... the status indicator
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing: Select Skyl (Rinse).
3
– Select Start
Programmes at lower temperatures:
– Select Centrifugering (Spin) or Udpumpning (Empty).
Service flap for
– Select Start
detergent solution
2 pump
Select Start
Changing the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
– Select Start
beginning.
Washing
3
Individual settings
Additional functions and overview of programmes, see page 7.
clothing remains immersed in the last rinse water.
Reduced wash time - only 2 rinse cycles.Suited for slightly soiled
washing. Recommended load: up to a maximum of 3 kg.
Start
For starting the programme.
Hinweise
(spin) - (end) flashes.
.
.
. The new programme starts from the
4
Important information
Protecting the washing and the machine
– Empty pockets.
– Look out for metal items (paperclips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in a laundry bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag.
Washing with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
light Do not pre-wash.
If required, pretreat stains. Select programme Koge-/kulørtvask
(Cottons) 60°CIntensiv (Intensive).
heavy Load less washing.
Select programme Select programme Koge-/kulørtvask (Cottons)
60°CIntensiv (Intensive) .
Starching Washing must not be treated with fabric softener
Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour the starch in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions into fabric softener compartment (rinse first
if necessary).
Dyeing/bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stainless steel.
Always follow the dye manufacturer's instructions! Do not use the washing machine for
bleaching clothes!
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