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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions WM14Y890GB Washing machine www.siemens-home.com...

  • Page 2: Your New Washing Machine

    Please take a couple of minutes to read and become familiar with the advantages of your washing machine. To meet the high quality demands of the Siemens brand, each washing machine, which leaves our factory, is inspected thoroughly to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents e n I n s t r u c t io n Ma n u a l a n d I n s t alla t io n In s t r u c t i o n s Before washing Ø...

  • Page 4: Intended Use

    Intended use B e f o r e wa s h i n g Ø For use in the household only. Ø The washing machine is suitable for washing machine- washable textiles and hand-washable wool in wash liquor. Ø The washing machine is suitable to be operated with cold drinking water and commercially available detergents and care products which are suitable for use in washing machines.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions ã Warning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord. – Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only. ã...
  • Page 6 Prevent children from touching the hot washing machine door. – Detergents and care products may cause intoxication if consumed or eye and skin irritation if touched. Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children. ã Warning! Risk of explosion! Items of washing pretreated with solvent detergents, e.g.
  • Page 7 ã Caution! Danger when reaching into/gripping the rotating drum! If you reach into the rotating drum, you may injure your hands. Do not grip the rotating drum. Wait until the drum stops rotating. ã Caution! Risk of coming into contact with liquid detergents/ care products! If the detergent drawer is opened while the washing machine is running, detergent/care product may spray...

  • Page 8: Protection Of The Environment

    Protection of the environment Packaging/Old appliance Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner. This appliance has been identified in accordance with the European Directive 2002/96/EG on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). The Directive specifies the framework for an EU-wide valid return and recycling of waste appliances.

  • Page 9: Getting To Know Your Appliance

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  • Page 10: Detergent Drawer

    Detergent drawer Intelligent Dosing System (i-Dos): Your washing machine features an intelligent dosing system for liquid detergent and ô ô softener. Dispensers i-Dos (1.3 l) and i-Dos (0.5 l) in the detergent drawer are used for this. You can select whether you want to use one liquid detergent and one softener or two liquid detergents.

  • Page 11: Ø Operating Elements/Display Elements

    Operating elements/Display elements ² All buttons are sensitive, they only need to be touched gently. Ü Indicator lights for intelligent dosage Start/Reload button to start, interrupt ~ Page 35 and cancel the programme (e.g. reload ¦ washing). Button ecoPerfect Simultaneously hold down Basic Page 17, Page 30 Settings 3 sec.

  • Page 12: The Main Points In Brief

    The main points in brief Insert mains plug. Open the washing To switch on, press Select the Turn the tap on. machine door. programme, e.g. button. Cotton. ú Dosage: automatic Please load laundry: max. 8kg Sort the washing. Insert the washing. Do not exceed maximum load.

  • Page 13: Before Each Washing

    Before each washing Op e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e ² – Install and connect washing machine properly. Refer to ~ Page 55 – Before the 1st wash, wash once without any washing. ~ Page 68 1.

  • Page 14: Preparing The Appliance

    Otherwise, the load display may malfunction. ~ Page 41 Press the button. The appliance is switched on. The Siemens logo is indicated on the display panel and all programme indicator lamps are lit. Then always the Cotton programme preset at the factory is displayed.
  • Page 15 After switching on the appliance, after opening and closing the washing machine door as well as after starting the programme, the drum is lit. The light goes out automatically. Select a programme. You can use the saved programme or select another programme, Programme Overview, refer to ~ Page 23, or select other programmes (see programmes) and...

  • Page 16: Changing The Settings Of The Selected Programme

    – Do not load washing until the main menu for the saved programme is displayed after the Siemens logo. – The load bar progresses as the washing machine is loaded. If the max. load is exceeded, the bar flashes. Do not exceed indicated max.
  • Page 17 Ø Change Temperature, Spin, Finish in time: Selecting and changing e.g. the Temperature: ô © i-Dos 1400 2:31 øø ô ¨ °C i-Dos The arrows on the display panel indicate which buttons are used to change the settings. The settings are active without acknowledgement and are displayed in the main menu.

  • Page 18: Starting The Programme

    – Select/deselect option by pressing the two buttons displayed on the right. The selected options are immediately active. In the case of multi-level settings keep touching the buttons to run through the settings automatically. ß – Wait or back to the main menu by pressing Options button.

  • Page 19: Ø Washing

    Washing During the wash cycle the programme progress is indicated by a bar on the display panel. The bar progresses in the course of the wash cycle and provides information about the current programme progress. The arrows are switched on and off according to the programme progress.
  • Page 20 If the programme selector is adjusted or a button is selected while the childproof lock is active, the symbol flashes briefly. Ø Topping up washing When the programme has started, washing can be reloaded or taken out as required. Ü Select Start/Reload ô...

  • Page 21: End Of The Programme

    Ø End of programme by Rinse Hold Rinse hold reached: Select "spin" or "drain" and then "start". Spin Drain 1. Select Spin (If required, adjust the spin speed) or Drain. Ü 2. Select Start/Reload End of the programme Finished, remove washing is indicated on the display panel. Finished, remove washing If Foam has been detected is also indicated on the display panel, the washing machine has detected too much foam during the...

  • Page 22: After Washing

    After washing Open washing machine door and remove washing.. ú Remove the washing. Switch off the device. ² – Do not leave any items of washing in the drum. In the next wash they may shrink or discolour something else. –...

  • Page 23: Ø Programme Overview

    Programme overview The presettings of the programmes are highlighted in bold. Programme/Type of washing Options/Information Name of the programme max. load Õ Brief explanation of the programme and selectable temperature as °C for which textiles it is suitable. selectable spin speeds in rpm, the max.
  • Page 24 The presettings of the programmes are highlighted in bold. Programme/Type of washing Options/Information Delicates/Silk max. 2 kg For delicate, washable textiles, e.g. made cold – 30 – 40 °C of silk, satin, synthetic fibres or blended 0 ... 600 ... 800 rpm ²...
  • Page 25 The presettings of the programmes are highlighted in bold. Programme/Type of washing Options/Information Shirts/Blouses max. 2 kg Shirts/Blouses made of cotton, linen, cold – 40 – 60 °C synthetics fibres or blended fabrics. 0 ... 800 rpm For non-iron shirts the shirts/blouses are æ...
  • Page 26 see ... Others The presettings of the programmes are highlighted in bold. Programme/Type of washing Options/Information Down Wear max. 2 kg Machine-washable textiles filled with cold – 40 – 60 °C down, pillows, blankets. ² 0 ... 1200 rpm Wash large items individually. Use ¦...
  • Page 27 see ... Others The presettings of the programmes are highlighted in bold. Programme/Type of washing Options/Information Spin/Low program Extra spin cycle at reduced speed and with especially gentle spin mechanism. 0 ... 800 ... 1200 rpm æ ç æ : 0 ... 600 rpm detergent ‒, softener ‒...

  • Page 28: Automatic Programmes

    Automatic programmes The degree of soiling and the type of washing are automatically detected and the washing sequence as well as intelligent dosage are optimally adjusted. Ø Automatic: for durable textiles Ø Automatic Soft: gentler treatment of washing Textile Guard ²...
  • Page 29 Soaking À Á Dose detergent with i-Dos or pour into dispenser according to manufacturer’s instructions. Set programme selector to Cotton 30 °C and select Ü Start/Reload Ü After approx. 10 minutes select Start/Reload to stop the programme. Ü After the required soaking time reselect Start/Reload if the programme is to be continued or change the programme.

  • Page 30: Programme Settings/Options

    Programme settings/options Depending on the programme, you can use the programme options to adjust the washing process even more efficiently to your items of washing. Programme settings/options: Ø Are active without acknowledgement. Ø Can be selected or deselected or changed depending on the programme progress.
  • Page 31 Buttons Notes ô To change the softener dosage strength (or deter- i-Dos gent when container content: detergent set) for the light – normal – selected programme permanently until the next strong – off change: – light: slightly soft washing – normal: normally soft washing –...
  • Page 32 ß Options button to select: Notes Press Pre-wash For heavily soiled washing. on – off For intelligent dosage: Selected detergent is used for prewash and main wash. To prevent overdosage, select medium i-Dos setting. For manual dosage: Divide detergent for pre-wash and main wash.

  • Page 33: Anti-Stain System

    Anti-stain system General information about stains The Stains additional programme option for treating special Ö stains can be found via the Options button. A total of 16 different stains can be selected. The washing machine adjusts the washing temperature, drum movement and soaking time specific to the type of stain.

  • Page 34: Intelligent Dosing System

    Intelligent Dosing System Your washing machine features an intelligent dosing system for ô liquid detergent and softener. Dispensers i-Dos (1.3 l) and i- ô (0.5 l) in the detergent drawer are used for this. You can select whether you want to use one liquid detergent and one softener or two liquid detergents.

  • Page 35: In Daily Use

    ² When selecting your detergent and care product, follow the instructions of the manufacturers. We recommend the use of standard, universal and color liquid and gel-like detergents for all machine-washable, coloured textiles made of cotton and synthetic materials. Ø Use only self-flowing liquid products and gels which the manufacturer recommends adding to a detergent drawer.

  • Page 36: Standard Settings

    Ø Reloading detergent/softener The flashing of the associated illuminated display when intelligent dosage is selected and a corresponding message on the display panel indicate that the level is below the minimum. There are still enough contents for approx. 3 washes. The same detergent or softener can be topped up at any time.
  • Page 37 Ø If intensive foaming occurs repeatedly during washing, please check the basic dosage setting and dosage strength. Furthermore, some liquid detergents may have a tendency to excessive foaming. If the basic dosage settings and dosage strengths are correct, it is recommended to use a different liquid detergent.
  • Page 38 Manual dosage In the case of programmes in which intelligent dosage is not possible or not requested (then set intelligent dosage to off), À Á detergent is added to detergent drawer In addition to intelligent dosage of detergents - cleaning agents such as water softener, bleach or stain remover can also be dosed here.

  • Page 39: Consumption Values

    Consumption values Programme Load Energy Water *** Programme consumption *** duration *** Cotton 30 °C * 8 kg 0.38 kWh 57 l 2:21 h Cotton 40 °C * 8 kg 0.97 kWh 57 l 2:31 h Cotton 60 °C * 8 kg 1.31 kWh 57 l...

  • Page 40: Appliance Settings

    Appliance settings By pressing the Basic Settings 3 sec. buttons, appliance settings can be changed, e.g. button signal. Simultaneously hold down Basic Settings 3 sec. buttons for approx. 3 seconds: Language è end signal button signal Ø If the buttons are held down, the settings automatically run through.

  • Page 41: Sensors - Your Washing Machine Is So Intelligent

    Sensors – Your washing machine is so intelligent Load adjust Depending on the type of textile and load, the load adjust optimally adjusts the water consumption in each programme. Aqua-Sensor During the wash and rinse cycles the Aqua sensor checks the degree of turbidity (turbidity is caused by dirt and detergent residue) of the washing and rinsing water.

  • Page 42: Care And Maintenance

    Care and maintenance C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e ã Warning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. Switch off the appliance.
  • Page 43 Descaling Not required if detergent dosed correctly. However, if this does occur, follow the instructions of the descaling agent manufacturer. Suitable descalers can be purchased on our website or from customer service. ~ Page 52 i-Dos Clean the detergent drawer Ø...
  • Page 44 Ø Cleaning dispensers/detergent drawer To clean the drained dispensers, the detergent drawer can be completely removed. 1. Drain dispensers before removing them. ² Re-attach drawer handle only after cleaning. 2. Open drawer. 3. Press release lever and completely remove drawer. 4.

  • Page 45: Drain Pump Blocked

    6. Dry tray and cover and re-assemble. 7. Push on drawer handle from above until it locks in place. 8. Push in detergent drawer all the way. Drain pump blocked ã Warning! Danger of scalding! Wash liquor is hot when washing at high temperatures.
  • Page 46 Remove sealing cap, allow detergent solution to flow out. Have a suitable container ready. Push up the closing cap and place the drain hose back in its holder. Note: Residual water may run out. Carefully unscrew the pump cover. Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housing (fan impeller in the detergent-solution pump must rotate).

  • Page 47: Filter Blocked In Water Inlet Hose

    Filter blocked in water inlet hose First, release water pressure in the supply hose: Turn off the tap! Select any programme (except Spin/Drain). Ü Select Start/Pause . Leave programme for approx. 40 seconds. Press the button. Appliance is switched off. Pull out the mains plug! Clean the filter: Disconnect the hose from the water tap.

  • Page 48: Emergency Lock Release, E.g. If Power Failure Occurs

    Emergency lock release, e.g. if power failure occurs The programme continues running when the power supply is restored. If the washing is still to be removed, the door can be opened as described below: ã Warning! Danger of scalding! Wash liquor and washing may be hot. If touched, there is a risk of scalding.

  • Page 49: Ø Information On The Display Panel

    Information on the display panel Display Cause/Remedy The door cannot be – Washing may be caught. Please open and close washing Ü locked, please open machine door again and select Start/Pause the door again, then – If required, shut washing machine door or remove washing and close it and select shut again.

  • Page 50: Faults, What To Do

    Faults, what to do? Faults Cause/Remedy Water is running out. – Correctly attach/replace drainage hose. – Tighten screw-fitting on the supply hose. Ü Water not flowing in. – Start/Reload not selected? Detergent not – Tap not open? – Filter blocked? Clean the filter. ~ Page 47 washed in.
  • Page 51 Faults Cause/Remedy Display panel/ – Power failure? indicator lights do – Fuse tripped? Switch on/replace fuse. – If the fault occurs repeatedly, call customer service. ~ Page 52 not function while the appliance is running. The programme – Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system adjusts takes longer than imbalance by repeatedly distributing the washing.

  • Page 52: Customer Service

    Customer service If you cannot rectify the fault yourself, Faults, what to do?~ Page 50, please contact our customer service. We will always finds a suitable solution to avoid unnecessary visits by technicians. Please give customer service the product number (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD) of the appliance.

  • Page 53: Standard Accessories

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  • Page 54: Hose And Cable Lengths

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  • Page 55 Installation ² Humidity in the drum is caused by the final inspection. Secure installation ã Warning! Risk of injury! – The washing machine is heavy – caution: take care when lifting it. – If the washing machine is raised by protruding components (e.g.
  • Page 56 – If the washing machine is raised by protruding components (e.g. washing machine door), the components may break off and the washing machine may be damaged. Donot lift the washing machine by its projecting parts. ² – In addition to the safety information listed here, the local water and electricity supplier may have special requirements.
  • Page 57 area where there is a risk of frost or outdoors. – If the washing machine is raised by protruding components (e.g. washing machine door), the components may break off and the washing machine may be damaged. Do not lift the washing machine by its projecting parts.
  • Page 58 Appliance installed under/between kitchen units ã Warning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. The appliance cover plate must not be removed. ² – 60 cm cavity width required. – Install washing machine only under a continuous worktop connected firmly to the adjacent cupboards.

  • Page 59: Remove Transportation Protection Devices

    Remove transportation protection devices ã Caution! Washing machine may be damaged! Transit bolts which have not been removed may damage e.g. the drum while the washing machine is running. Before using the appliance for the first time, remove the 4 transportation protection devices completely and keep in a safe place.
  • Page 60 Take hoses out of the elbow and remove elbow. Loosen and remove all 4 transportation lock screws. Take the power cord out of the holders. Remove sleeves. Prepare/separate cover. Insert covers. ² Lock covers firmly by pressing on the locking hook. Insert hose holder.

  • Page 61: Ø Ø Connecting The Water

    Connecting the water ã Warning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. Do not immerse Aqua-Stop safety device in water (contains an electric valve). ² – To prevent leakage or water damage, follow the instructions in this chapter! –...
  • Page 62 to the tap (¾" = 26.4 mm):  ƒ  ƒ PLQ PP Aqua-Stop and Aqua-Secure Standard on the appliance: for Standard and Aqua-Secure models Carefully turn on the tap and check that the connection points are not leaking. ² Screw connection is under water pipe pressure.
  • Page 63 ã Caution! The appliance may be damaged. If the end of the drainage hose is immersed in the drained water, water may be drawn back into the appliance! – The plug must not be in the plug hole. – When the water is being pumped out of the washing machine, check that the water drains away quickly enough.
  • Page 64 Drainage into a plastic pipe with rubber sleeve or into a gully: ã Warning! Water damage possible! If the drainage hose slips off the plastic pipe due to high water pressure when draining the washing machine, leaking water may cause damage. Secure the drainage hose to prevent it from slipping out of the sink.

  • Page 65: Alignment

    Alignment Loosen lock nut in a clockwise direction with a wrench. Check alignment of the washing machine with a spirit level and, if required, correct. Adjust the height by rotating the foot. ² All four feet must be firmly on the floor. The washing machine must not wobble! Tighten the lock nut against the housing.

  • Page 66: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical safety ã Warning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord. – Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only.
  • Page 67 – If a residual-current-operated circuit breaker is used, use only a type which features this symbol: Only this symbol guarantees compliance with currently valid regulations. – The mains plug must be accessible at all times.

  • Page 68: Before The 1St Washing

    Before the 1st washing The washing machine was inspected thoroughly before leaving the factory. To remove any water left over from testing procedures, the first washing cycle should be carried out without laundry in the machine. ² The washing machine must have been installed and connected properly.

  • Page 69: Transportation, E.g. If Moving House

    Transportation, e.g. if moving house Preparatory work Turn off the tap. Release the water pressure in the supply hose. Maintenance – Filter in the water inlet hose ~ Page 47 Drain any residual detergent solution. Maintenance – Drain pump blocked Isolate the washing machine from the power supply.

  • Page 70: Index

    Index Alignment, 65 Aqua-Sensor, 41 Anti-stain system, 33 Automatic programmes, 28 Basic Settings 3 sec., 11 Options, 11, 17 Button speedPerfect, 11, 17, 30 ecoPerfect, 11, 17, 30 Spin, 11, 17, 30 Finish in, 11, 17, 30 Start/Reload, 11 ô Temperature, 11, 17, 30 i-Dos , 11, 18, 31...
  • Page 71 Insert the laundry, 14 Installation, 55 Insert the washing Installing transportation protection devices, 69 the laundry, 15 Intended use, 4 Less Ironing, 32 Load sensor/Load display, 41 Load adjust, 41 Maintenance, 42 Manual dosage, 38 Old appliance, 8 Silent Wash, 32 Option Stains, 32 Extra rinse, 32...
  • Page 72 Calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence per minute. 01450 2655 Please find the contact data of all countries in the enclosed customer service list. Siemens-Electrogeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Str. 34, 81739 München Germany 9000755818 (9202)

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