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WG46H2AXGB Washing machine EN User manual and installation instructions Register your appliance on My Siemens and discover exclusive services and offers. Siemens Home Appliances...
Further information and explanations are available online: Table of contents 1 Safety ........... 4 8 Buttons ........ 23 1.1 General information.... 4 9 Programmes ...... 26 1.2 Intended use...... 4 1.3 Restriction on user group.. 4 10 Accessories...... 30 1.4 Safe installation ...... 5 11 Laundry........ 30 1.5 Safe use ........
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15 Intelligent dosing system .. 34 20.3 Using the appliance again .. 52 15.1 Pouring liquid detergent 20.4 Disposing of old appliance ... 52 and fabric softener into the dispensers ...... 34 21 Customer Service.... 52 21.1 Product number (E-Nr.), 15.2 Using the manual dosing production number (FD) compartment ......
en Safety 1 Safety Observe the following safety instructions. 1.1 General information Read this instruction manual carefully. ¡ Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe ¡ for future reference or for the next owner. Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit. ¡...
Safety en 1.4 Safe installation WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect installation is dangerous. Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the ▶ specifications on the rating plate. Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating cur- ▶ rent only via a properly installed socket with earthing. The protective conductor system of the domestic electrical in- ▶...
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en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! The heavy weight of the appliance may result in injury when lifted. Do not lift the appliance on your own. ▶ If this appliance is not correctly installed in a washer-dryer stack, the installed appliance may fall. Only stack the dryer on a washing machine using the connec- ▶...
Safety en Wear protective gloves when installing and transporting the ap- ▶ pliance. 1.5 Safe use WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous. Never operate a damaged appliance. ▶ Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance. Always ▶...
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en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of poisoning! Detergents and care products may result in poisoning if con- sumed. If accidentally swallowed, seek medical advice. ▶ Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children. ▶ WARNING ‒ Risk of explosion! Laundry that has been pretreated with flammable cleaning agents that contain solvents may cause an explosion in the appliance.
Safety en 1.6 Safe cleaning and maintenance WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Improper repairs are dangerous. Never make any technical modifications to the appliance or its ▶ features. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained ▶ specialist staff. Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance. ▶...
en Preventing material damage Make sure that the length of the ▶ Preventing material damage 2 Preventing material thread on the connection to the water tap is at least 10 mm. damage If the water pressure is too high or too low, the appliance may not be Preventing material damage ATTENTION! able to operate properly.
Environmental protection and saving energy en Remove all detergent residue, If you do not use the appliance for an ▶ spray residue or other residues im- extended period, it automatically mediately if they come into contact switches to standby mode. with the appliance. Installation and connection 4 Installation and con- Environmental protection and saving energy...
en Installation and connection erate properly, or this may result in ATTENTION! material damage or damage to the If residual water in the appliance appliance. freezes, this may cause damage to Do not operate the appliance with the appliance. ▶ incomplete or defective accessor- Do not install or operate this appli- ▶...
Installation and connection en Unscrew and remove all of Installation loca- Requirements the screws for the 4 transit bolts tion using a WAF 13 wrench. Against a wall Do not trap the power cord or the hoses between the wall and the appli- ance.
en Installation and connection Put on the 4 cover caps. ATTENTION! Material damage may be caused if the water inlet hose is connected in- correctly. Tighten the screw connections on ▶ the water inlet until they are hand- tight. Connect the water inlet hose to a tap (26.4 mm = 3/4").
Installation and connection en 4.6 Aligning the appliance Siphon Secure the con- nection point with In order to reduce noise and vibra- a (24–40 mm) tion and to prevent the appliance hose clamp. from moving, align the appliance cor- rectly. Use a WAF 17 wrench to loosen the lock nuts in a clockwise direc- Sink Fix and secure...
en Before using for the first time Use a WAF 17 wrench to tighten Pour approx. 1 litre of water into the lock nuts against the housing the manual dosing compartment. until they are hand-tight. Add washing powder containing In doing so, hold the foot tight and oxygen bleach to the manual dos- do not adjust its height.
Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 6 Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarising yourself with your appliance 6.1 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.
en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Manual dosing compartment → "Using the manual dosing compartment", Page 34 : Dispenser for fabric softener or liquid detergent → "Intelligent dosing system", Page 34 : Dispenser for liquid deter- gent → "Intelligent dosing system", Page 34 6.3 Control panel You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status.
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Familiarising yourself with your appliance en tings by pressing the buttons. The ac- tivated settings are highlighted in col- our on the display. ATTENTION! Pressing on the display with force may cause damage. Do not apply heavy pressure on ▶ the display. Do not press on the display using ▶...
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en Display Display 7 Display The display shows the current set- Display tings, options or relevant information. Depending on the programme status, the display shows some information in area, e.g. . Note: Additional functions may be available as a result of software updates. → Page 36 If a software update is available, you can find further information in the Home Connect app.
Display en Display Description Start, cancel or pause Lights up: The programme is running and can be can- ¡ celled or paused. Flashes: The programme can be started or continued. ¡ You can remove or add laundry, and interrupt the current programme.
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en Display Display Description Lights up: The intelligent dosing system for liquid deter- ¡ gent is activated. Flashes: The fill level of the dispenser is below the min- ¡ imum level. → Page 34 (liquid detergent) Lights up: The intelligent dosing system for liquid deter- ¡...
Buttons en Buttons 8 Buttons Buttons Note: Additional functions may be available as a result of software updates. → Page 36 If a software update is available, you can find further information in the Home Connect app. The selection of programme settings depends on the programme that is set. Button Selection More information...
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en Buttons Button Selection More information Ready In Up to 24 hours Set the programme end time. The programme duration is already in- cluded in the set number of hours. Once the programme has started, the programme duration is displayed. Temp. - 90 Adjust the temperature.
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Buttons en Button Selection More information Prewash Activate Activate or deactivate prewash, e.g. ¡ for washing heavily soiled laundry. Deactivate ¡ Note: If the intelligent dosing system is activated, the detergent will be dis- pensed automatically for the prewash and the main wash. If the intelligent dosing system is de- activated, place the detergent directly in the drum for the prewash and into...
en Programmes Programmes 9 Programmes Programmes Notes The laundry's care labels provide you with additional information about pro- ¡ gramme selection. → "Care symbols on the care labels", Page 31 The programme's temperature setting guarantees that the recommended ¡ temperature on the care label is not exceeded. The temperature that is reached in the appliance may differ from the set temperature.
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Programmes en Programme Description Max. load (kg) Mixed Fabrics Wash items made from cotton, linen or synthetic fabrics. Suitable for lightly soiled laundry. Programme setting: Max. 60 °C ¡ Max. 1600 rpm ¡ Delicate/Silk Wash delicate, washable items made from silk, vis- cose and synthetic fabrics.
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en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) Hygiene Wash hard-wearing items made from cotton or linen. Suitable for allergy sufferers and for strict hygiene requirements. Note: Once the set temperature has been reached, it remains constant throughout the entire washing process. Programme setting: Max.
Programmes en Programme Description Max. load (kg) The laundry is not washed or cleaned. Do not ¡ use any detergent or cleaning products. The steam is hot and may cause damage to cer- ¡ tain fabrics or fabric types. The programme is therefore not suitable for out- door clothing or items made from silk or wool, such as jumpers.
en Accessories Accessories 10 Accessories Use original accessories. These have Accessories been made especially for your appli- ance. Tip: Some accessories are available in other colours. Contact customer service. → Page 52 Order num- Water inlet hose ex- Extend the water inlet hose for cold water WZ10131 tension or AquaStop (approx.
Detergents and care products en Do not pour vinegar into the dis- ¡ 11.2 Care symbols on the pensers → Page 34 of the intelli- care labels gent dosing system Washing care symbols Symbol Recommended pro- Basic operation 13 Basic operation gramme Cottons (normal) Basic operation 13.1 Switching on the appli- ...
en Basic operation Setting additional programmes 13.4 Loading laundry Requirement: Home Connect is set Note: To prevent creasing, note the up. → Page 36 maximum load for the programmes. Set the App programs pro- → "Programmes", Page 26 gramme. Requirements Remote Start flashes. The laundry is prepared and sor- ¡...
Childproof lock en Requirements 13.9 Resuming the pro- The laundry is placed in the appli- ¡ gramme when the pro- ance. → Page 32 gramme status is Rinse A programme has started. ¡ Hold → Page 32 Press approx. 10 minutes after Requirements the programme start. Rinse Stop is activated. ¡...
en Intelligent dosing system The childproof lock also remains If you want to replace the liquid de- ¡ activated when the appliance is in tergent or fabric softener in the dis- standby mode and in the event of penser with another product, clean a power cut.
Home Connect en you want to add additional care tion for 4.5 kg of normally soiled product, e.g. stain remover or starch, laundry. In doing so, note the water use the manual dosing compartment. hardness. Note: Observe the information about Tip: You can also set the basic detergents and care products dosage amount in the Home Connect → Page 31.
en Home Connect Operating the appliance on the ap- To exit the Home Connect settings, ¡ ¡ pliance itself always takes priority. press and hold Remote Start for During this time it is not possible approx. 3 seconds. to operate the appliance using the 16.4 Deactivating Wi-Fi on the Home Connect app.
Basic settings en This initial registration prepares the 16.7 Remote start Home Connect functions for use and Enable the appliance for remote start is only required when you want to via the Home Connect app. use the Home Connect functions for the first time. Note Remote start will be deactivated in Note: Please note that the the following circumstances:...
en Cleaning and servicing Set the volume of the signal Cleaning and servicing 18 Cleaning and servi- at the end of the programme: cing A: 0 (off) to A: 4 (very loud) Set the volume of the signal To keep your appliance working effi- Cleaning and servicing tone emitted when the but- ciently for a long time, it is important...
Cleaning and servicing en Remove the pump unit. 18.2 Cleaning the detergent drawer If you want to replace the liquid de- tergent or fabric softener in the dis- penser with another product or if the detergent drawer is dirty, clean the detergent dispenser. ATTENTION! The pump unit contains electrical components.
en Cleaning and servicing Clean the pump unit with a damp cloth. Clean the housing of the detergent drawer in the appliance. Clean the detergent drawer and the cover with a soft, damp cloth or hand shower. Push in the detergent drawer. Dry the detergent drawer, cover and pump unit and reinsert them.
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Cleaning and servicing en Open and remove the mainten- CAUTION - Risk of scalding! ance flap. When you wash at high temperat- ures, the detergent solution gets hot. Do not touch the hot detergent ▶ solution. To allow the detergent solution to flow out into the container, remove the sealing cap.
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en Cleaning and servicing Insert the drain hose into the Clean the interior, the thread on holder. the pump cap and the pump hous- ing. Cleaning the drain pump Ensure that the impeller in the drain pump can rotate. Requirement: The drain pump is empty.
Cleaning and servicing en Screw the pump cap as far as it Pour 1 litre of water into the will go. manual dosing compartment. Select a suitable programme for draining. → "Programmes", Page 26 18.4 Cleaning the rubber gas- Clean the rubber gasket regularly. Open the door. → Page 32 Remove any foreign objects and fluff from the rubber gasket.
en Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 19 Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot- Troubleshooting ing information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unneces- sary costs. WARNING Risk of electric shock! Improper repairs are dangerous. Never make any technical modifications to the appliance or its features. ▶...
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Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting E:10 -00 -10 -20 The pump for the intelligent dosing system is blocked. Clean the detergent drawer. → Page 39 If the fault persists, call customer service. → Page 52 Note: Until the fault is rectified, you can deactivate the intelligent dosing system and dose manually.
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en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting E:30 -20 Critical malfunction. Turn off the water tap. ▶ With this error message, the appliance starts a drain- ing process. Wait approx. 5 minutes until the draining process ends. Restart the appliance. If required, start the draining process again. If the fault persists, call customer service.
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Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting or heavy foam Detergent dosage is too high. build-up. Mix one tablespoon of fabric softener with 0.5 litres ▶ of water and pour the mixture into the compartment for manual dosing (not for outdoor clothing, sportswear or items stuffed with down). If intelligent dosing is activated, reduce the basic ▶...
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en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The door cannot be The door is locked. opened due to a Open the door using the emergency release. ▶ power cut. → Page 51 Drum jerks after the Not a fault. An internal motor test is started. programme starts.
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Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Insufficient cleaning or Check whether the detergent in the dispenser has detergent residues on thickened. the laundry. If the detergent is unsuitable or has thickened, empty it out and clean the dispenser. → Page 39 The basic dosage is not correctly adjusted. Set the basic dosage.
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en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Water is leaking from Dirt on the door or seal causes leaks. below the door. Clean the door and the seal. ▶ Odours have formed Humidity and detergent residue may promote the in the appliance. formation of bacteria.
Transportation, storage and disposal en 19.1 Emergency release Transportation, storage and disposal 20 Transportation, stor- Releasing the door age and disposal Requirement: The drain pump is Transportation, storage and disposal empty. → Page 40 20.1 Removing the appliance ATTENTION! Escaping water may Turn off the tap. cause material damage. Do not open the door if you can Empty the water inlet hose.
en Customer Service 20.3 Using the appliance tronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic again equipment - WEEE). For further information, see The guideline determ- ▶ → "Installation and connection", ines the framework for Page 11 and the return and recycling of used appliances as → "Starting an empty washing applicable throughout cycle", Page 16.
Customer Service en If your appliance is fitted with ¡ 21.1 Product number (E-Nr.), Aqua-Stop, you can in principle production number (FD) leave your appliance unattended and consecutive num- during operation and the tap bering (Z-Nr.) turned on afterwards. The tap only needs to be turned off if you are You can find the product number (E- away from home for a long period,...
en Consumption values Consumption values 22 Consumption values The following information is provided in accordance with the EU Ecodesign Consumption values Regulation. The values given for programs other than the Eco 40-60 are indicat- ive only and were determined in accordance with the applicable standard EN60456.
Technical data en Length of the 2.10 m Technical data 23 Technical data power cord Technical data This product contains light sources Appliance height 845 mm from energy efficiency class F. These Appliance width 598 mm light sources are available as a spare part and must only be replaced by Appliance depth 590 mm trained specialist staff.
A detailed Declaration of Conformity can be found online at siemens- Declaration of Conformity 24 Declaration of Con- home.bsh-group.com/uk/ among the formity additional documents on the product page for your appliance.
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Declaration of Conformity en product number (E no.) which can be found on the rating plate. Alternat- ively, you can also find the model identifier in the first line of the UK En- ergy Label. Name and address of manufacturer BSH Hausgeräte GmbH, Carl-Wery- Strasse 34, 81739 München, Ger- many This statement of compliance is pre-...
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EN Manufactured by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH under the trademark licence of Siemens AG Valid within Great Britain: Imported to Great Britain by BSH Home Appliances Ltd. Grand Union House Old Wolverton Road Wolverton, Milton Keynes MK12 5PT United Kingdom BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34...
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