Siemens WM16W590AU Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

Siemens WM16W590AU Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Washing machine WM16W590AU siemens-home.com/welcome Register your product online ens-home.com/welcome...
  • Page 2 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 W a s h i n g m a c h i n e 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: Intended Use

    Intended use Cleaning and maintenance . . . 28 Intended use Machine housing/control panel ..28 Drum ......28 For private domestic use only.
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Reaching into the drum Safety instructions ■ when it is turning can cause injuries to hands. Electrical 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 6: Safety For Children

    Safety instructions Safety for children Warning Risk of poisoning! Warning Detergents and care products Danger of death! may be poisonous if If children play with the washing consumed. machine, they may get into life- Keep detergents and care threatening situations or injure products out of the reach of themselves.
  • Page 7: Environmental Protection

    Environmental protection Information on energy and water ■ Environmental consumption: ~ Page 11 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 indicator lights light up, Dispose of packaging in an the higher the programme's...
  • Page 8: 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 Connect the mains Open the door. To switch on, press Select a plug. Turn on the the # button.
  • Page 9: 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 Detergent drawer ~ Page 23 Operating/display panel Door with door handle 9S Open the door...
  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Getting to know the appliance Control panel All the buttons are sensitive Note: H Changing the default programme (except for the main switch) and only settings: ~ Page 20 need to be pressed lightly. Temperature (Temp. °C), ■ Spin speed (Spin 0), ■...
  • Page 11: Display Panel

    Getting to know the appliance Display panel Further information Anti-Stain System (Select ã) ð ý â ì ~ Page 21 Programme progress: Prewash Washing ¼ Rinse ¬ Spin - 0 - Programme end Default programme settings: ( Temperature in °C Programme end during Rinse Ž...
  • Page 12: Laundry

    Laundry Soiling ■ Laundry Wash laundry with the same level of soiling together. P repare the laundry Some examples of soiling levels can L a u n d r y be found on ~ Page 13 Caution! – Light: Do not prewash, select the Damage to the appliance/fabrics speedPerfect G setting if necessary...
  • Page 13: 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 14: 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/information Settings Programme name Max. load Brief explanation of the programme and for which fabrics it is Temperature that can be selected suitable.
  • Page 15 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Mixed Load Max. 4 kg Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics Ž - 40 °C $, 0 - 1600** rpm ecoPerfect ¦, speedPerfect G, Prewash , Rinse Plus , Less Ironing Max. 2 kg Delicates / Silk For delicate, washable fabrics, e.g.
  • Page 16 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Drum Clean 0 kg Programme for cleaning and caring for the drum and the outer 80, 90 °C tub, e.g. before running the first wash cycle, if washing frequently 1200 rpm at a low temperature (40 °C or lower) or if an odour has developed after a prolonged period of non-use.
  • Page 17 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Outdoor / Impregnation Max. 1 kg Wash cycle followed by waterproofing of membrane-coated Ž - 40 °C weatherproof and outdoor clothing or water-resistant fabrics $, 0 - 800 rpm Select a programme. ecoPerfect ¦, speedPerfect G, Add special detergent for outdoor clothing to compartment Rinse Plus ,...
  • Page 18 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Curtains Max. 3.5 kg 3.5 kg heavy curtains or 25 - 30 m² lightweight drapes Ž - 40 °C Notes $, 0 - 800 rpm Shorter rinse and final spin cycles. ■ ecoPerfect ¦, speedPerfect G, Use a detergent that is suitable for machine-washing ■...
  • Page 19: Starching

    Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Shirts / Blouses Max. 2 kg Non-iron shirts or blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres Ž - 60 °C or blended fabrics $, 0 - 800 rpm Notes ecoPerfect ¦, speedPerfect G, Shirts/blouses are only given a short spin on the Less ■...
  • Page 20: Programme Default Settings

    Programme default settings Finish in Programme default Before starting the programme, settings you can preselect the programme end ("Ready in" time) in hourly increments The default programme settings are (h = hour) up to a maximum of 24 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 display panel after hours.
  • Page 21: Additional Programme

    Additional programme settings Anti-Stain System Additional programme (Select ã) settings There are four types of stain to choose from: An overview of all additional settings, 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 which can be selected depending on Food-based grease/oil the programme, can be found from...
  • Page 22: Operating The Appliance

    Operating the appliance The maximum load and the duration ■ Operating the of the programme (alternately) Information on water and energy appliance ■ consumption Preparing the washing In appliances with a drum light: O p e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e machine The drum is lit after switching on the appliance, after opening and closing the...
  • Page 23: Measure And Add Detergent And Care Products

    Operating the appliance Measure and add detergent Pour the detergent and care products into the appropriate compartments: and care products Caution! Damage to the appliance Cleaning agents and agents for pre- treating laundry (e.g. stain removers, prewash sprays, etc.) may cause damage if they come into contact with the surfaces of the washing machine.
  • Page 24: Change The Programme Default Settings

    Operating the appliance Start the programme For models without a measuring aid, pour the liquid detergent into the Press the Ü button. The indicator lamp appropriate dispenser and place it in lights up and the programme starts. the drum. The display panel shows the "Ready in" Change the programme time while the programme is running or the programme length and the...
  • Page 25: Adding Laundry

    Operating the appliance Adding laundry Cancel the programme After starting the programme, you can For programmes at high temperatures: add or remove laundry if necessary. Press the Ü button. To cool down laundry: Select Rinse . Press the Ü button to do this. Press the Ü...
  • Page 26: Removing Laundry/Switching Off The Appliance

    Appliance settings Removing laundry/switching Appliance settings off the appliance You can change the following settings: Open the door and remove the A p p l i a n c e s e t t i n g s The volume of the buttons and the laundry.
  • Page 27: Changing The Signal Volume

    Sensors Changing the signal volume Sensors Use the Finish in + or - button to A utomatic load sensing change the following settings at the S e n s o r s corresponding programme selector Depending on the type of fabric and positions: load, the automatic load sensing 2: The volume of the information...
  • Page 28: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and maintenance Drum Cleaning and Use chlorine-free cleaning agents, do maintenance not use steel wool. If there are odours in the washing Warning C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e machine, or to clean the drum, run the Danger of death! Drum Clean 90 °C programme without...
  • Page 29: The Drain Pump Is Blocked, Emergency Draining

    Cleaning and maintenance The drain pump is blocked, Carefully unscrew the pump cover; residual water may leak out. emergency draining Clean the interior, pump-cover thread and pump housing. The Warning impeller in the drain pump must be Risk of scalding! able to rotate.
  • Page 30: The Drain Hose At The Siphon Is Blocked

    Cleaning and maintenance The drain hose at the siphon Then clean the filter: Disconnect the hose from the tap. is blocked Clean the filter with a small brush. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the mains plug. Loosen the hose clamp. Carefully remove the drain hose;...
  • Page 31: 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 32: Information On The Display Panel

    Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Display Cause/Remedy - P - and Ï The door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. - P - The temperature is too high. Wait until the temperature drops. ■...
  • Page 33: Faults And What To Do About Them

    Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy Water is leaking from the Attach the drain hose correctly or replace it. ■ machine. Tighten the screw fitting on the supply hose. ■ The machine is not filling Have you pressed the Ü...
  • Page 34 Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy Odours in the washing Run the Drum Clean or Cottons90 °C programme without laundry. machine. Add washing powder or a detergent containing bleach. Note: . To prevent foaming, only use half the amount of detergent recommended by the detergent manufacturer.
  • Page 35: 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 36: 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 Additional Load Energy Water Programme function...
  • Page 37: Positioning And Connecting

    Positioning and connecting Positioning and connecting Included with the appliance P o s i t i o n i n g a n d c o n n e c t i n g Check the machine for transport Note: damage.
  • Page 38: Safety Instructions

    Positioning and connecting In addition, a hose clamp Notes (24 - 40 mm diameter, available from In addition to the safety information ■ specialist dealers) is required to listed here, the local water and connect the water drain hose to a electricity supplier may have special siphon.
  • Page 39: 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 transport brace screws.
  • Page 40: 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 41: 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 42: 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 43: Levelling

    Positioning and connecting Levelling Align the appliance using a spirit level. Incorrect alignment may result in loud noises, vibrations and machine "movement". Loosen the lock nuts using a WAF17 spanner, by turning it in a clockwise direction. Check the alignment of the washing machine with a spirit level, and adjust it if necessary.
  • Page 44: Electrical Connection

    Positioning and connecting Electrical connection Warning Danger of death! There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components. Never touch or hold the mains plug ■ with wet hands. Only pull out the mains cable by the ■...
  • Page 45: 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. In order to remove any water which may be left over from the test, run the first washing cycle without any laundry. Notes The washing machine must be ■...
  • Page 46: Transportation

    Positioning and connecting Transportation Before switching on the appliance again: E.g. when moving house Notes Preparatory work: The transport braces must be ■ Turn off the tap. removed. Reduce the water pressure in the Pour approx. 1 litre of water into ■...
  • Page 47: 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 48 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 Manufactured by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH under Trademark License of Siemens AG *9001063065* 9001063065 (9511)

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