Siemens WM14E461GB Operating Instructions Manual

Your washing machine
Intended use
Congratulations You have opted for a modern, high-quality for domestic use only,
domestic appliance manufactured by Siemens. This washing for washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-wash-
machine is distinguished by its economical water and energy
able wool 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.
.
Further information: www.siemens-home.com – Do not leave children unattended near the
washing machine.
You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service – The washing machine is not to be used by
here or in the after-sales service directory (depending on model). children or persons not familiar with the
GB 0844 8928999 operating instructions.
Calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence per – Keep pets away from the washing machine.
minute. A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply.
IE 01450 2655
0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute.
Environmentally friendly waste disposal
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-responsible manner.
This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive
2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances
(waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE).
The guideline determines the framework for the return and Programmes
recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU. page 7.
Detailed overview of programmes
Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually, irrespective of the
Contents
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selected programme and programme progress.
Intended use .......................................................................................1
Cotton Hard-wearing fabrics
Programmes ........................................................................................1
Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3 + Prewash Hard-wearing fabrics, prewash at 30 °C
Washing ...........................................................................................3/4
Easy-Care Easy-care fabrics
After washing ......................................................................................4
+ Prewash Easy-care fabrics, prewash at 30 °C
Individual settings ..........................................................................5/6
Important information ...................................................................... 6 Mixed Fabrics Different types of laundry
Overview of programmes ................................................................7
Delicate/Silk Delicate washable fabrics
Safety instructions .............................................................................8
Consumption values .........................................................................8 / Wool Hand/machine-washable wool
Care .....................................................................................................9
Rinse/Spin Laundry washed by hand, Extra Rinse button
Information on the display panel ....................................................9 activated; if only using the spin cycle, deactivate
Maintenance .................................................................................... 10
the button
What to do if... .................................................................................. 11
Empty Drain rinsing water for (without final spin)
Rapid 15' Short programme
Outdoor All-weather, sports and outdoor fabrics
page 6.
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of Shirts/Blouses No-iron shirts
laundry for the relevant programme.
Lingerie Dessous programme
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a pre-wash.
– The selectable temperatures apply to the care labels on the
Sensitive Hard-wearing fabrics
textiles. The temperatures in the machine may deviate from this
Dark Wash Dark-coloured fabrics
so that you get the optimum mix of energy-saving and washing
results.
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's
instructions and water hardness.
– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select the spin
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speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
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 customer service.
Insert large and small items of laundry.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap items of laundry
Connecting the mains plug
between the washing machine door and the rubber seal.
Make sure your hands are dry.
Add detergent and care products
Take hold of the plug only.
Measure accordingly:
Turning the tap on Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturer's instructions.
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Compartment II: Detergent for the main wash, water
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
softener, bleach, stain remover
This prevents blockages.
Compartment : Fabric softener, starch
Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wash
Setting** and adjusting programmes
** If the symbol flashes in the display
panel, the childproof lock is active
Programme selector Display panel / Additional functions Start/ Reload
Deactivate, page 5.
options buttons
Additional functions and options buttons
Individual settings, page 5.
Start/Reload
All buttons are sensitive and need only to be
touched lightly. If the buttons are held for
longer, the appliance automatically runs
through the setting options.
Programme selector for switching - 90 °C Temp. Select the temperature ( = cold)
the machine on and off and for
- 1400* Spin speed (rpm) Select the spin speed (*depending on the model) or (no final spin, laundry
selecting the programme. Can be
soaks in the last rinsing water, display panel - - -)
turned in either direction.
1 - 24h Finish in Programme end after
Status displays Programme sequence displays:
-0- Wash, rinse, spin, programme duration or end (-0-)
Childproof lock page 5
Open the washing machine door, reload laundry page 4, 5
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Washing Removing the washing
page 9.
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If (without final spin) is active: Turn the programme
selector to Empty or select the spin speed.
Press Start/Reload.
– Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.
Detergent drawer with
page 7. – Leave the washing machine door and detergent
compartments I, II,
drawer open so that any residual water can
page 6.
evaporate.
Drum
Turning the tap off
Control panel
Not required for Aqua-Stop models
instructions
Washing machine
door
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
1 End of programme when ...
... Start/Reload flashes and -0- appears on the display
panel.
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing: Select Rinse/Spin.
– Press Start/Reload.
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Programmes at lower temperatures:
2 – Rinse/Spin (deactivate Extra Rinse button) or select
Empty.
– Press Start/Reload.
Service flap Changing the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
– Press Start/Reload. The new programme starts from the
beginning.
Reloading laundry, if ...
Washing ... Press Start/Reload, both the symbols YES and +
lit in the display panel. If NO is lit, the washing machine
door cannot be opened.
– Press Start/Reload.
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Individual settings
Options buttons
You can change the spin speed and the temperature before the selected programme starts
and while it is running. The effects depend on the programme progress.
Temperature (Temp.)
You can change the displayed washing temperature. The maximum selectable temperature
depends on the current programme.
Spin speed in rpm / without final spin
You can change the displayed spin speed. The maximum selectable spin speed depends on
the model and on which programme is currently selected.
Refer to installation
Finish in
When you select the programme, the relevant programme duration is displayed. You can
delay the start of the programme before it begins. The "Finish in" time can be set in
increments of one hour up to a maximum of 24 hours. Press the Finish in button repeatedly
until the required number of hours is displayed (h = hour). Press Start/Reload.
Additional functions
and overview of programmes, see page 7.
speedPerfect For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to
that of the standard programme. Maximum load Overview of
programmes, page 7.
ecoPerfect Energy-optimised washing by reducing the temperature while
achieving a consistent washing result.
The washing temperature is lower than the selected temperature. For
special hygiene requirements, the Sensitive programme is
recommended.
Less Ironing Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. More gentle final spin
- residual moisture in the laundry slightly increased.
Extra Rinse Additional rinse cycle. For areas with very soft water or for further
enhancing the spin result.
Childproof lock and reloading
You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have
Childproof lock/ set from being changed inadvertently.
Appliance lock ON/OFF: Press and hold the Start/Reload button for 5 seconds after
the start/end of the programme.
Note: The childproof lock can remain activated until you wish to start
the next programme, even after switching off the machine.
Then you can deactivate the childproof lock before the start of the
programme and activate it again as necessary once the programme
has started.
YES + If you want to add subsequent items of laundry after the programme
Reload has started, press the Start/Reload button. The machine checks
whether reloading is possible.
YES + illuminated: Reloading is possible.
NO flashes: wait until YES + light up.
page 5. Note: do not open the door until both the YES + symbols are lit.
NO: It is not possible to reload.
are
Note: For safety reasons, the washing machine door remains locked
when the water level and/or temperature is high, or during spinning.
To continue the programme, press the Start/Reload button.
Start/Reload
To start the programme or to subsequently load additional laundry, and to activate/deactivate
the childproof lock.
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Individual settings
Signal
1. Activating the
mode for setting
the signal volume
Set to 1 step, the press and hold + 1 step, release
display panel
lights up
Button signals Information signals
2. Setting the
volume for ...
direct
* you may need to select Setting the 1 step Setting the Set to
the function several times.
volume* volume*
Important information
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– When determining the dosage of all washing powders, additives and cleaning agents, you must follow the
manufacturer's instructions.
– 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.
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
light Do not pre-wash. If required, choose the additional function speedPerfect.
Pre-treat any stains as necessary.
intense Do not load as much laundry.
Choose a programme with pre-wash.
Soaking Load laundry of the same colour
Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment II in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Turn the
programme selector to Cotton 30 °C and press Start/Reload. After approx. 10 minutes, press Start/Reload to pause
the programme. Once the required soaking time has elapsed, press Start/Reload again to continue the programme, or
select a different programme.
Starching
Laundry 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!
Outdoor
Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener
Special detergent is available for machine washing, particularly in sports shops. Dosage according to the manufacturer's
instructions. Place the special detergent for outdoor clothing in compartment II.
Turn the programme selector to Outdoor. Press Temperature and Start/Reload.
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