Siemens WM16XFH0ES User Manual And Installation Instructions

Siemens WM16XFH0ES User Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Washing machine WM16XFH0ES User manual and installation instructions Register your product on My Siemens and discover exclusive services and offers. siemens-home.bsh-group.com/welcome The future moving in. Siemens Home Appliances...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety ..........   4 Sorting laundry ........ 37 General information ...... 4 Freshening up laundry ..... 38 Intended use........ 4 Degrees of soiling...... 38 Restriction on user group.... 5 Care symbols on the care labels.. 38 Safe installation........ 5 Detergents and care products ..  39 Safe use .......... 7 Detergent recommendation.... 39 Safe cleaning and maintenance .. 10 Detergent dosage ...... 40...
  • Page 3 Consumption values.......  67 Deactivating Wi-Fi on the appli- ance .......... 48 Technical specifications....  68 Software update....... 48 Resetting the appliance network settings.......... 48 Remote diagnostics ...... 48 Data protection ........ 48 Declaration of Conformity.... 49 Basic settings.........  49 Overview of the basic settings.. 49 Changing the basic settings..... 50 Cleaning and servicing ....  50 Tips on appliance care .... 50 Cleaning the drum ...... 51 Cleaning the detergent drawer .. 51...
  • Page 4: Safety

    en Safety Safety Please read the safety information to ensure that you use the ap- pliance safely. General information You can find general information about this instruction manual here. ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. Only this will ensure you use the appliance safely and efficiently. ¡...
  • Page 5: Restriction On User Group

    Safety en Restriction on user group Avoid risks to children and vulnerable persons. This appliance may be used by children aged 8 or over and by people who have reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or inadequate experience and/or knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the appliance safely and have understood the resulting dangers.
  • Page 6 en Safety ¡ If the insulation of the power cord is damaged, this is danger- ous. ▶ Never let the power cord come into contact with hot appli- ance parts or heat sources. ▶ Never let the power cord come into contact with sharp points or edges.
  • Page 7: Safe Use

    Safety en CAUTION ‒ Risk of injury! ¡ The appliance may vibrate or move when in use. ▶ Place the appliance on a clean, even, solid surface. ▶ Align the appliance using the appliance feet and a spirit level. ¡ If hoses and power cords have been laid incorrectly, this causes a tripping hazard.
  • Page 8 en Safety ▶ Never expose the appliance to intense heat or humidity. ▶ Do not use steam- or high-pressure cleaners, hoses or sprays to clean the appliance. WARNING ‒ Risk of harm to health! Children can lock themselves in the appliance, thereby putting their lives at risk.
  • Page 9 Safety en ¡ The appliance may tip over if you sit on or lean against the open door. ▶ Do not sit on or lean against the appliance door. ▶ Do not place any objects on the appliance door. ¡ Reaching into the drum while it is still turning may cause hand injuries.
  • Page 10: Safe Cleaning And Maintenance

    en Safety Safe cleaning and maintenance Take note of the safety instructions when cleaning and performing maintenance work on the appliance. WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! ¡ Improper repairs are dangerous. ▶ Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff.
  • Page 11: Preventing Material Damage

    Preventing material damage en ¡ Modified or damaged water hoses Preventing material dam- may result in material damage and damage to the appliance. Never kink, crush, modify or cut ▶ through water hoses. Follow these instructions to avoid ma- Only use the water hoses sup- terial damage and damage to the appli- ▶...
  • Page 12: Save Energy And Conserve Re- Sources

    en Installation and connection Save energy and conserve re- Wash the laundry without prewash. sources Washing with prewash increases the programme duration and increases If you follow these instructions, your ap- energy and water consumption. pliance will use less electricity and less water.
  • Page 13: Contents Of Package

    Installation and connection en ATTENTION! Objects remaining in Remove these objects, along with all ▶ the drum that are not designed for supplied accessories, from the drum operation with the appliance may before starting the appliance. cause material damage and damage Open the door and remove the ac- to the appliance.
  • Page 14: Removing The Transit Bolts

    en Installation and connection Installation location Requirements WARNING Risk of electric shock! On a wooden joist floor Place the appliance on The appliance contains live parts. a water-resistant Touching live parts is dangerous. wooden board which is Do not operate the appliance without ▶...
  • Page 15: Removing The Transport Struts

    Installation and connection en Put on the four cover caps. Unscrew and remove all four screws for the transit bolts with a WAF 13 wrench. Press down on the four cover caps. Pull the power cord out of the holder. Removing the transport struts Note: Please read the safety informa- Remove the four sleeves.
  • Page 16: Connecting The Appliance

    en Installation and connection Remove the transport struts. Connecting the appliance Connect your appliance to the power supply, water inlet and water outlet. Connecting the water inlet hose Note: Please read the safety informa- tion → Page 4 to ensure that you use the appliance safely. WARNING Risk of electric shock! The appliance contains live parts.
  • Page 17: Aligning The Appliance

    Installation and connection en Check the mains plug is inserted Water outlet connection types properly. This information is intended to help you to connect this appliance to the water Aligning the appliance outlet. Note: Please read the safety informa- In order to reduce noise and vibration tion → Page 4 to ensure that you use and to prevent the appliance from mov- the appliance safely.
  • Page 18 en Installation and connection In doing so, hold the foot tight and do not adjust its height.
  • Page 19: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarise yourself with the parts of your appliance. Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here. On certain models, specific details such as the colour and shape may differ from those pictured.
  • Page 20: Detergent Drawer

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Detergent drawer Compartment II: ¡ Detergent for main wash Below is an overview of the structure of ¡ Water softener the detergent drawer. ¡ Bleach ¡ Stain remover Compartment ¡ Fabric softener ¡ Liquid starch ¡...
  • Page 21: Display

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Example: Symbol display Display Designation Description 0:40 h Programme duration/ Expected programme duration or programme time re- programme time remain- maining. "Ready in" time The programme end has been set and the remaining number of hours is displayed.
  • Page 22 en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Display Designation Description Childproof lock ¡ Lights up: The childproof lock is activated. ⁠ ¡ Flashes: The childproof lock is active and the pro- gramme selector has been adjusted. → "Deactivating the childproof lock", Page 45 ⁠ Less Ironing The reduced creasing function is activated.
  • Page 23 Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Display Designation Description Water consumption Water consumption for the selected programme. ⁠ : Low water consumption ¡ ¡ : High water consumption Remote start Remote start is activated. ⁠ → "Buttons", Page 33 Wi-Fi ¡ Lights up: The appliance is connected to your home ⁠...
  • Page 24 en Familiarising yourself with your appliance sensoFresh ⁠ Less Ironing Water Plus Soak Silent Wash prelav. Rinse Hold Extra rinse Stains varioSpeed ⁠ Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 25 Familiarising yourself with your appliance en sensoFresh ⁠ Less Ironing Water Plus Soak Silent Wash prelav. Rinse Hold Extra rinse Stains varioSpeed ⁠ Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 26 en Familiarising yourself with your appliance sensoFresh ⁠ Less Ironing Water Plus Soak Silent Wash prelav. Rinse Hold Extra rinse Stains varioSpeed ⁠ Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 27 Familiarising yourself with your appliance en sensoFresh ⁠ Less Ironing Water Plus Soak Silent Wash prelav. Rinse Hold Extra rinse Stains varioSpeed ⁠ Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 28 en Familiarising yourself with your appliance sensoFresh ⁠ Less Ironing Water Plus Soak Silent Wash prelav. Rinse Hold Extra rinse Stains varioSpeed ⁠ Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 29 Familiarising yourself with your appliance en sensoFresh ⁠ Less Ironing Water Plus Soak Silent Wash prelav. Rinse Hold Extra rinse Stains varioSpeed ⁠ Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 30 en Familiarising yourself with your appliance sensoFresh ⁠ Less Ironing Water Plus Soak Silent Wash prelav. Rinse Hold Extra rinse Stains varioSpeed ⁠ Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 31 Familiarising yourself with your appliance en sensoFresh ⁠ Less Ironing Water Plus Soak Silent Wash prelav. Rinse Hold Extra rinse Stains varioSpeed ⁠ Max. spin speed (rpm) Max. temperature (°C) Max. load (kg)
  • Page 32: Programmes

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Buttons Below is an overview of the buttons The selection of programme settings and their setting options. depends on the selected programme. With the opciones / opções button, You can see the selection options for you can open the sub-menu for addi- each programme in the overview for tional programme settings.
  • Page 33 Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Button Selection Description ¡ Activate If you briefly press the button, the appliance will be  (Remote Start) enabled for remote start via the Home Connect app ¡ Deactivate If you press the button for approx. 3 seconds, the ¡...
  • Page 34: Operating Logic

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Button Selection Description Water Plus ¡ Activate Wash with more water. Recommended for particularly sensitive skin and ¡ Deactivate for treating laundry more gently. Soak ¡ Activate Activate or deactivate soaking. Before the main wash cycle starts, the laundry re- ¡...
  • Page 35 Familiarising yourself with your appliance en If a setting is activated, the display shows ⁠ . The selection does not need to be confirmed again. The sub-menu closes automatically after a few seconds.
  • Page 36: Accessories

    en Accessories Accessories Only use original accessories. These have been made especially for your appli- ance. Here you can find an overview of your appliance's accessories and how to use them. Order number Water inlet hose extension Extend the water inlet hose for WZ10130 cold water or AquaStop (approx.
  • Page 37: Laundry

    Laundry en Preparing the laundry ATTENTION! Objects remaining in the laundry may damage the laundry and the drum. Remove all items from any pockets ▶ in your laundry before using the ap- pliance. To protect your appliance and the ▶ laundry, prepare the laundry before- hand.
  • Page 38: Freshening Up Laundry

    en Laundry – Colours Freshening up laundry Wash new coloured items sep- Note arately the first time you wash Observe the following information to them. freshen up the laundry: – Soiling → Page 38 ¡ Suitable for all items, including items – Manufacturer's specifications on marked by the manufacturer on the the care labels → Page 38 care label as suitable for dry clean-...
  • Page 39: Detergents And Care Products

    Detergents and care products en Tip: You can find more information The manufacturer's instructions for use about care symbols at www.ginetex.ch. and dosage can be found on the pack- aging. Notes Detergents and care ¡ Only use liquid detergents that are self-flowing products ¡...
  • Page 40: Detergent Dosage

    en Basic operation Detergent dosage Use the correct detergent dosage to ¡ Water hardness achieve optimal washing results and You can find out how hard your wa- save resources. ter is from your local water company The detergent dosage depends on: or measure it yourself using a water ¡...
  • Page 41: Setting A Programme

    Basic operation en Setting a programme Adjusting the programme set- tings Set the programme selector to the required programme → Page 24. Depending on the programme and pro- gramme progress, you can adjust or activate/deactivate the settings. Note: Overview of all programme set- tings: → "Buttons", Page 32 Requirement: A programme has been set.
  • Page 42: Using A Measuring Aid For Liquid Detergent

    en Basic operation Ensure that the drum is empty. Note: If you order the measuring aid as an accessory → Page 36, you Separate the laundry and place it in must use the measuring aid. the drum. Note: Ensure that there is no laundry Insert the measuring aid. trapped in the door.
  • Page 43: Adding Detergent And Care Product

    Basic operation en a The drum rotates and load detection takes place. This can take up to 2 minutes, after which water enters the drum. a The display shows either the pro- gramme duration or the "Ready in" time. a If you start a programme with active oxygen, the drum lights up after the programme starts and the mist that is created can be seen.
  • Page 44: Resuming The Programme When The Programme Status Is Rinse Hold

    en Childproof lock The appliance door remains locked for safety reasons if the temperature and water levels are high. – If the temperature is high, start the Rinse / Freshen Up programme. – If the water level is high: Start the Spin or Drain programme.
  • Page 45: Deactivating The Childproof Lock

    Home Connect  en The Home Connect app will guide you Deactivating the childproof through the entire login process. Follow lock the instructions in the Home Connect app to configure the settings. Requirement: To deactivate the child- proof lock, the appliance must be Tips switched on. ¡...
  • Page 46: Connecting The Appliance To A Wlan Home Network (Wi-Fi) Without Wps Function

    en Home Connect a The appliance attempts to connect to your WLAN home network. a If the display shows Connected and lights up permanently, the appli- ance is connected to the home net- work. Call up the Wi-Fi settings on the mo- bile device.
  • Page 47: Connecting Your Appliance To The Home Connect App

    Home Connect  en a The appliance is connected to the Connecting your appliance to smart energy system (energy man- the Home Connect app ager) a If the appliance has connected to Requirements the energy manager successfully, ¡ The appliance is connected to the the display shows ⁠...
  • Page 48: Activating Wi-Fi On The Appliance

    en Home Connect Select Install now . Note Flex Start is deactivated for safety a The software update starts. reasons in the following circumstances: Note: The software update may take ¡ Press inicio / pausa + carga . several minutes. Do not switch off the ¡...
  • Page 49: Declaration Of Conformity

    A detailed RED Declaration of Con- This initial registration prepares the formity can be found online at Home Connect functions for use and is www.siemens-home.bsh-group.com only required when you want to use the among the additional documents on Home Connect functions for the first the product page for your appliance.
  • Page 50: Changing The Basic Settings

    en Cleaning and servicing Basic setting Description Basic setting Description auto power-off Activate or deactivate energy mngmt. Connect the appliance the "Automatic switch- to the energy manager. → Page 47 off" function for the ap- pliance or set the time after which the appli- Changing the basic settings ance automatically To call up the basic settings for the...
  • Page 51: Cleaning The Drum

    Cleaning and servicing en Cleaning the drum If you often wash at a washing temper- ature of 40 °C and lower or the appli- ance has not been used for a long period, clean the drum. Run the limp. tambo ⁠ programme ▶...
  • Page 52: Descaling

    en Cleaning and servicing Descaling If you add detergent correctly, you do not need to descale your appliance. If you still wish to use descaler, follow the manufacturer's instructions for use. ATTENTION! The use of unsuitable descaling agents, e.g. for coffee machines, may damage the appliance.
  • Page 53 Cleaning and servicing en The filter insert in the pump hous- ‒ ing may become stuck due to coarse particles of dirt. Loosen the dirt and remove the filter in- sert. Firmly press on the sealing cap. Clean the inside and the thread on the pump cap and pump housing.
  • Page 54: Cleaning The Water Outlet Hose At The Siphon

    en Cleaning and servicing Screw on the pump cap. Cleaning the water outlet hose at the siphon If the water outlet hose at the siphon is dirty or the detergent solution is not be- 90° ing pumped out, you must clean these. Switch off the appliance.
  • Page 55: Cleaning The Water Inlet Filter

    Cleaning and servicing en Clean the filter with a small brush. Cleaning the water inlet filter Clean the filter in the water inlet in the event of blockages or if the water pres- sure is too low. Emptying the water inlet hose In order to clean the filter, first empty the water inlet hose.
  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    en Troubleshooting Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshooting in- formation before contacting Customer Service. This will avoid unnecessary costs. WARNING Risk of electric shock! Improper repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff. ▶...
  • Page 57: Malfunctions

    Troubleshooting en Errors Cause Troubleshooting "E:35 / -10" There is water in the base Turn off the water tap. ▶ trough. Call the after-sales service. ▶ → "Customer Service", Page 65 The appliance is leaking. Turn off the water tap. ▶ Call the after-sales service. ▶...
  • Page 58 en Troubleshooting Errors Cause Troubleshooting The door cannot be opened. Continue the programme by selecting Rinse Hold ⁠ is activated. ▶ Spin or Drain and pressing inicio / pausa + carga . → "Resuming the programme when the programme status is Rinse Hold", Page 44 The temperature is too high.
  • Page 59 Troubleshooting en Errors Cause Troubleshooting The spin cycle runs several The unbalanced load detec- Not a fault – no action required. ▶ times. tion system eliminates an im- Note: When loading, where possible, balance by repeatedly redis- place large and small items of laundry to- tributing the laundry.
  • Page 60: Noise

    en Troubleshooting Errors Cause Troubleshooting Heavy foam build-up Detergent dosage is too high. Immediate measure: Mix one table- ▶ spoon of fabric softener with 0.5 litres of water and pour the mixture into the left-hand compartment (not for outdoor clothing, sportswear or items stuffed with down).
  • Page 61: Home Connect Problem

    Troubleshooting en Errors Cause Troubleshooting Detergent or fabric softener Too much detergent/fabric When dosing the detergent and fabric ▶ drips off the seal and collects softener in the detergent softener, observe the marking in the on the door or in the seal fold. drawer.
  • Page 62: Leakage

    en Troubleshooting Leakage Errors Cause Troubleshooting Water is leaking out at the wa- Water inlet hose is not cor- Connect the water supply hose cor- ter inlet hose. rectly/securely connected. rectly. → "Connecting the water inlet hose", Page 16 Tighten the screw connection. Water is leaking out at the wa- The water outlet hose is dam- Replace the damaged water outlet...
  • Page 63: Emergency Release

    Transportation, storage and disposal en Unplug the appliance's mains plug. Emergency release Drain the remaining detergent solu- To remove the laundry in the event of a tion. power failure, for example, you can → "Cleaning the drain pump", manually release the door. Page 52 Detach the hoses.
  • Page 64: Using The Appliance Again

    en Transportation, storage and disposal Start the Drain programme. a The unused detergent cannot flow straight into the outlet during the next wash. Disposing of old appliance Valuable raw materials can be re- claimed by recycling. WARNING Risk of harm to health! Insert the power cord into the holder Children can lock themselves in the ap- and tighten all four screws for the...
  • Page 65: Customer Service

    Customer Service en Detailed information about the warranty Customer Service period and terms of warranty in your country are available from Customer If you have any queries on use, are un- Service, your dealer or our website. able to rectify faults on the appliance When contacting Customer Service, yourself or if your appliance needs to you will need the product number (E-...
  • Page 66 en Customer Service ¡ A claim can only be made under the guarantee if the appliance has been correctly installed and connected with Aqua-Stop according to our in- structions; this also includes cor- rectly fitting the Aqua-Stop extension (genuine accessory). Our guarantee does not cover defective supply lines or fittings up to the Aqua-Stop connection on the tap.
  • Page 67 Consumption values en Consumption values The indicated consumption values are approximate. The values may deviate from the indicated values depending on water pressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, ambient temperature, type of laundry, amount and soiling of laundry, detergent used, fluctuations in the mains voltage and selected settings.
  • Page 68 en Technical specifications Technical specifications Facts and figures for your appliance can be found here. Appliance height 850 mm Appliance width 600 mm Appliance depth 640 mm Weight 73 kg Maximum load capacity 10 kg Mains voltage 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz Minimum installa- 10 A tion protection Rated power 2300 W Power consumption...
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