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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.
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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.
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Appliance settings ..32 Positioning and connecting . . 43 Activating the setting mode ..32 Included with the appliance ..43 Changing the signal volume .
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Intended use Before operating the appliance: Read Intended use the installation and operating instructions and all other information For private domestic use only. enclosed with the washing machine, ■ I n t e n d e d u s e The washing machine is suitable for and use the machine accordingly.
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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.
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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.
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Environmental protection Information on energy and water ■ Environmental consumption: ~ Page 12 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...
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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.
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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 25 Operating/display panel Door with door handle 9S Open the door...
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Getting to know the appliance Control panel All the buttons are sensitive P Child lock (w 3 sec) Note: (except for the main switch) and only to prevent the set functions from need to be pressed lightly. being changed accidentally: Press and hold the Ready in (5) + and - button at the ( Main switch...
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Getting to know the appliance Display panel Ready in time ■ e.g. 2:30; Programme duration depends on the programme selection in h:min (hours:minutes), Preselection of end time ■ 1 - 24 h; Programme ends after ... h (h = hours), Base dosing quantity ■...
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Getting to know the appliance Further information Further information Switching off the appliance automatically: Programme progress: On OFF ~ Page 8, ~ Page 32 Prewash Washing ¼ Rinse ¬ Spin - 0 - Programme end Programme end during Rinse Stop - P - Pause, e.g.
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Laundry Some examples of soiling levels can Laundry be found on ~ Page 15 – Light: Do not prewash, select the P repare the laundry speedPerfect G setting if L a u n d r y necessary Caution! – Normal Damage to the appliance/fabrics –...
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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...
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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.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Max. 4 kg Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics Ž - 40 °C $, 0 - 1600** rpm ecoPerfect ¦, speedPerfect G, Prewash (!), Power rinse (¾), Less ironing (æ) Detergent è, fabric softener è Delicate / Silk Max.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Rinse / Spin Extra rinse/spin with selectable speed Note: . The Power rinse (¾) button is set by default for this $, 0 - 1600** rpm programme. If you require a spin cycle only, press the button to Less ironing (æ) deactivate the function.
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Hygiene Max. 7 kg/5* kg Hard-wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen Ž - 60 °C Note: . Particularly suited to washing items that need to be $, 0 - 1600** rpm hygienically clean and especially kind to sensitive skin thanks to ecoPerfect ¦, speedPerfect G, the longer wash cycle at a defined temperature, higher water...
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Sport Max. 2 kg Sportswear and leisurewear made from microfibre fabrics Ž - 40 °C Notes $, 0 - 800 rpm Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener. ■ ecoPerfect ¦, speedPerfect G, Before washing, clean the detergent drawer thoroughly (all ■...
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Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Auto Intensive Max. 6 kg More intensive treatment of the laundry; 60 °C The degree of soiling and the type of fabric are automatically $, 1400 rpm detected and the washing sequence and intelligent dosage are adjusted accordingly.
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Programme default settings The maximum speed that can be set Programme default depends on the model and programme that has been selected. settings Ready in The default programme 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 display panel after selecting the programme.
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Additional programme settings Power rinse Additional programme (¾) settings Additional rinse cycles depending on programme, longer programme 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 duration for particularly sensitive skin and/or for areas with very soft water.
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Operating the appliance Switching on the appliance/ Notes Mix items of laundry of varying sizes. selecting a programme ■ Laundry items of different sizes distribute themselves better during Press the # button. The appliance is the spin cycle. Individual laundry switched on.
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Operating the appliance Change the programme Start the programme default settings Press the Ü button. The indicator lamp lights up and the programme starts. You can use the default settings for each washing cycle or change them. The display panel shows the "Ready in" time while the programme is running or To do this, repeatedly press the the programme length and the...
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Operating the appliance The childproof lock remains Changing the programme Note: active, even once the washing machine has been switched off. Before selecting If you have started the wrong the next programme, deactivate the programme by mistake, you can childproof lock. change the programme as follows: Press the Ü...
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Intelligent dosing system Removing laundry/switching Intelligent dosing off the appliance system Open the door and remove the Intelligent dosing system in laundry. I n t e l l i g e n t d o s i n g s y s t e m Press the # button.
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Intelligent dosing system If intelligent dosagei-Dos ô or Notes ■ i-Dos i has been selected, the Only use easy-pour liquid products ■ corresponding indicator lights up. and gels that the manufacturer If intelligent dosage has not been recommends adding to the ■...
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Intelligent dosing system The selection (on/off) and the Note: My water hardness: selected dosage strength for i-Dos i and i-Dos ô are saved for each programme until they are changed again, even if the washing machine is switched off. Topping up the detergent/ fabric softener: Below is an example of detergent If the indicator light for the selected...
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Intelligent dosing system Changing the basic dosages: Caution! Damage to the appliance Press the corresponding i-Dos Cleaning agents and agents for button (ô or i) for approx. 3 pretreating laundry (e.g. stain removers, seconds. The preset basic dosage prewash sprays, etc.) may cause will appear in the display panel.
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Appliance settings Changing the signal volume Appliance settings Use the Ready in + or - button to You can change the following settings: change the following settings at the A p p l i a n c e s e t t i n g s corresponding programme selector The volume of the buttons and the ■...
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Sensors Sensors Cleaning and maintenance A utomatic load sensing S e n s o r s Warning Depending on the type of fabric and C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e Danger of death! load, the automatic load sensing There is a risk of electric shock if you...
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Cleaning and maintenance Machine housing/control i-Dos detergent draw and its panel housing Wipe the housing and the control Emptying the dispensers: ■ panel with a soft, damp cloth. The dispensers have emptying Remove the detergent residue outlets with removable sealing plugs ■...
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Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning the dispensers/detergent drawer: The detergent drawer can be removed completely to allow you to clean to dispensers after you have emptied them. a) Empty the dispensers before removing the drawer. – Protect the rear drawer connector Only put the drawer handle Note: against water, detergent or fabric-...
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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 contact with the hot water, you may be Put the service flap back on, lock it into place and close it.
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Faults and what to do about them. Filter in the water supply Faults and what to do blocked about them. First, reduce the water pressure in the Emergency release supply hose: 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 . Turn off the tap.
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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. ■...
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Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy Water is leaking out. Attach the drain hose correctly or replace it. ■ Tighten the screw connection of the drain hose. ■ The machine is not filling Have you pressed the Ü...
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Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy The programme is taking Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an ■ longer than usual. imbalance by repeatedly distributing the laundry. Not a fault – the foam detection is system active – a rinse cycle has been ■...
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After-sales service Faults Cause/Remedy - P - and Ï appear in the The door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. display panel when the cycle is paused. If you cannot rectify a fault yourself (after switching the machine off and on again) or a repair is required: Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug.
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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*...
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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 the (EU) directive no. 1015/2010 Programme + temperature + button Load Approximate programme...
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Positioning and connecting Useful tools Spirit level for aligning ■ Spanner with: ■ – WAF13 for loosening the transport braces, and – WAF17 for aligning the appliance feet Safety instructions Warning Risk of injury! The washing machine is very heavy. ■...
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Positioning and connecting Installation surface Installing the appliance in a kitchenette The washing machine be stable Note: so that it does not move around. Warning The installation surface must be firm ■ Danger of death! and level. There is a risk of electric shock if you Soft floors/floor coverings are not ■...
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Positioning and connecting Take the hoses out of the holders. Hose and cable lengths Left-hand connection ■ Unscrew and remove all four transport brace screws. Remove the sleeves. To do this, remove the mains cable from the holders. Right-hand connection ■...
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Positioning and connecting Water inlet When the tap is open, the water flow rate is at least 8 l/min. Warning If the water pressure is higher than this, Danger of death! a pressure-reducing valve must be There is a risk of electric shock if you installed.
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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).
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Positioning and connecting Levelling Notes The mains voltage and voltage ■ Align the appliance using a spirit level. indicated on the washing machine (rating plate) are the same. Incorrect alignment may result in loud The connected load and fuse noises, vibrations and machine required are specified on the rating "movement".
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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 ■...
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Positioning and connecting Transportation Installing the transport braces: Remove the covers and keep them E.g. when moving house in a safe place. Use a screwdriver if necessary. Caution! 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.
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0344 892 8999 (Calls charged at local or mobile rate.) 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. Siemens-Electrogeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34, 81739 München siemens-home.com *9001038507*...
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