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Starching

Note:  

Laundry should not be treated 

with fabric softener.

Liquid starch can be used to stiffen 

fabrics particularly in the Rinse and 

Cottons programmes. Measure starch 

into compartment 

M

 in accordance with 

the manufacturer's instructions (clean 

first if necessary).

Dyeing/bleaching

Dye should only be used in normal 

household quantities. Salt may damage 

stainless steel. Always follow the dye 

manufacturer's instructions. 
Do 

not

 use the washing machine to 

bleach clothes.

Soaking

1.

Pour soaking agent/detergent into 

compartment 

II

 in accordance with 

the manufacturer's instructions.

2.

Turn the programme selector to 

i

 Cottons 30 °C

 programme.

3.

Press 

Start

/Pause 

A

.

4.

After approx. ten minutes, press 

Start/

Pause 

A

.

5.

After the required soaking time, 

press 

Start

/pause 

A

 again to 

continue or change the programme.

Notes

Load laundry of the same colour. 

No additional detergent is required; 

the soaking solution is used for 

washing.

;

 Anti-allergy

Hard-wearing textiles. 

Note:  

Longer washing and rinsing at a higher water level for particu-

larly sensitive skin

Max. 7.5 kg/5* kg
Cold - 60 °C
– – – ... 1000** rpm

F

G

p

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Shirt

/Blouses

Non-iron shirts/blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres or 

blended fabrics

Note:  

Use the Delicate/Silk programme to wash shirts/blouses 

made of silk/delicate fabrics.

Max. 2 kg
Cold - 60 °C
– – – ... 800 rpm

F

G

p

Easy-Care Plus 

g

Dark fabrics made of cotton and dark easy-care fabrics
Turn laundry inside-out before washing.

Max. 3.5 kg
Cold - 40 °C
– – – ... 1000 rpm

F

G

p

Programme/type of laundry/information

Settings

Summary of Contents for WAK20210ME

Page 1: ...en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions Washing machine WAK20210ME ...

Page 2: ...perating and installation instructions describe different models any differences will be pointed out at the relevant points in the text Read these operating and installation instructions before switching on the washing machine Display rules Warning This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly dangerous situation Not heeding the warning can cause death or injuries Caution This si...

Page 3: ...ditional programme settings 18 G SpeedPerfect 18 F EcoPerfect 18 Easy Iron 18 1 Operating the appliance 18 Preparing the washing machine 18 Select programme switch on the appliance 18 Change the programme default settings 18 Select additional programme settings 19 Placing laundry into the drum 19 Measure and add detergent and care products 19 Start the programme 20 Childproof lock 20 Adding laundr...

Page 4: ...ng programmes 31 Efficiency test programmes for cotton fabrics 32 J Technical data 32 5 Positioning and connecting 33 Included with the appliance 33 Safety instructions 33 Installation surface 34 Installation on a base or a wooden joist floor 34 Installing the appliance in a kitchenette 34 Removing the transport locks 34 Hose and cable lengths 35 Water inlet 35 Water outlet 36 Levelling 37 Electri...

Page 5: ...f 8 years and by persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capacity or by persons with a lack of experience or knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed by a responsible person Children must not carry out any cleaning or maintenance work without supervision Keep children under the age of 3 years away from the washing machine This appliance is intended for use up to a maximum h...

Page 6: ...he washing machine If you lean on the washing machine door when it is open the washing machine may tip over and cause injuries Do not lean on the washing machine door when it is open Reaching into the drum when it is turning can cause injuries to hands Do not reach into the drum when it is turning Wait until the drum has stopped turning Warning Risk of scalding When you are washing at high tempera...

Page 7: ...th them or they may pull them over their heads and suffocate Keep packaging film and packaging parts out of the reach of children Warning Risk of poisoning Detergents and care products may be poisonous if consumed Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children Warning Eye skin irritation Detergents and care products may cause irritation if they come into contact with the eyes or sk...

Page 8: ... after a few minutes and Start flashes To activate the lighting press any button Energy saving mode is not activated if a programme is running If the laundry is subsequently dried in a tumble dryer select the spin speed according to the tumble dryer manufacturer s instructions Dispose of packaging in an environmentally responsible manner This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Direc...

Page 9: ...ns Observe the maximum load on the display panel Load the laundry Close the washing machine door 3 Add detergent Change the programme default settings if necessary Select additional settings if necessary Start the programme 4 Programme end Open the washing machine door and remove the laundry Set the programme selector to Ú Turn off the water tap for models without Aqua Stop ...

Page 10: ...0 Getting to know the appliance Gettingtoknowtheappliance Washing machine 6 7 Detergent drawer Page 19 8 Washing machine door with window handle 0 Controls display elements 9S Open the washing machine door 9T Close the door Service flap ...

Page 11: ...art Pause A for starting interrupting adding laundry and cancelling a programme Settings for the selected programme Cold 90 C Temperature Cold 1000 0 Spin speed max speed depends on the model In rpm rotations per minute Rinse hold without final spin 1 30 Programme duration Depends on the programme selection in h min hours minutes 1 24 h Ready in Programmes ends after h h hours 8 0 kg Max load Stat...

Page 12: ...aundry separately Wash new bright fabrics separately the first time you wash them Soiling Wash laundry with the same level of soiling together You can find examples of levels of soiling on Page 13 Light Do not prewash select the Speed Perfect setting if necessary Normal Heavy Load less laundry select a programme with prewash Stains Remove pretreat stains while they are fresh First dab the stain wi...

Page 13: ... or viscose Programme Delicate Silk cold max 40 C Detergent for woollens Suitable for wool Wool programme cold max 40 C Saving energy and detergent For light and normal soiling you can save energy lower washing temperature and detergent Note When measuring the amount of all detergents additives care products and cleaning agents please always check the manufacturer s instructions and information Pa...

Page 14: ...h pre wash divide the deter gent between compartments I and II Note The G Speed Perfect setting is suitable as a short pro gramme for lightly soiled laundry Max 8 kg 5 kg Cold 90 C 1000 rpm F G p f Easy Care Textiles made of synthetic materials or blended fabrics Easy CareT Prewash Programme with prewash divide the detergent between compartments I and II Max 4 kg Cold 60 C 1000 rpm F G p o Mix A m...

Page 15: ...ghtly soiled laundry Note The SuperQuick 15 programme is run for the speedPerfect G setting Max 3 5 kg 2 kg Cold 40 C 1000 rpm G Sportswear For fabrics made of microfibres for sports and leisure Notes Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener Before washing clean the detergent drawer thoroughly all com partments to remove fabric softener residue Max 2 kg Cold 40 C 800 rpm F G p K Outdoor We...

Page 16: ...ogramme 3 Press Start Pause A 4 After approx ten minutes press Start Pause A 5 After the required soaking time press Start pause A again to continue or change the programme Notes Load laundry of the same colour No additional detergent is required the soaking solution is used for washing Anti allergy Hard wearing textiles Note Longer washing and rinsing at a higher water level for particu larly sen...

Page 17: ...d that can be set depends on the model and programme that have been selected Overview of programmes Page 14 Ready in time Ready in When you select the programme the relevant programme duration is displayed The programme duration is automatically adjusted when the programme is running Changes to the programme default settings or programme settings also change the programme duration Before starting ...

Page 18: ...Page 33 1 Connect the mains plug 2 Turn on the water tap 3 Open the door 4 Check that the drum is completely drained Drain if necessary Select programme switch on the appliance Note If you have activated the childproof lock you must first deactivate it before you can set a programme Page 20 Use the programme selector to select the required programme Can be turned in either direction The machine is...

Page 19: ...lead to imbalances Observe the specified maximum load Overfilling has a negative impact on the washing result and promotes creasing 1 Place presorted items of laundry unfolded in the washing drum 2 Make sure that no items of laundry are trapped between the washing machine door and the rubber seal and close the door The Start button indicator lamp flashes and the programme settings continue to be d...

Page 20: ...nto place 3 Reinsert the drawer Note Do not use the measuring aid for gel detergents and washing powder or for programmes with prewash or when Ready in time is selected For models without a measuring aid pour the liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place it in the drum Start the programme Select the Start Pause A button The indicator lamp lights up and the programme starts During t...

Page 21: ... laundry A flashing NO symbol wait until YES and light up Do not open the door until both the YES and the symbols are lit A flashing NO symbol it is not possible to add laundry For safety reasons the washing machine door remains locked when the water level or temperature is high or while the drum is rotating and it is not possible to add laundry To continue the programme press the Start Pause A bu...

Page 22: ...display panel goes off at the end of a programme energy saving mode is active To activate the panel press any button H Sensors SensorsAutomatic load sensing The automatic load sensing function adapts the water consumption ideally to each programme depending on the type of fabric and the load Unbalanced load detection system The automatic unbalanced load detection system detects imbalances and ensu...

Page 23: ...ay elements light up Setting mode is activated 2 Set the volume for the button signals depending on the model Press the button repeatedly until the desired volume is reached Go to point 3 or Set to Ú to exit the setting mode for the sig nal volume 3 Set the volume for the information signals Turn the dial one position to the right Press the button repeatedly until the desired volume is reached Set...

Page 24: ...ver if it is required follow the manufacturer s instructions for the descaling agent Suitable descalers can be obtained via our website or from our after sales service Detergent drawer and housing If the washing machine contains detergent or fabric softener residues 1 Pull out the detergent drawer Press down the insert and fully remove the drawer 2 To remove the insert Push the insert upwards from...

Page 25: ... vertical position 6 Place the service flap back on lock it into place and close it Note To prevent unused detergent from flowing straight into the drain during the next wash Pour 1 litre of water into compartment II and start the Empty programme The drain hose at the siphon is blocked 1 Switch off the appliance Disconnect the mains plug 2 Loosen the hose clamp Carefully remove the drain hose resi...

Page 26: ...connect the mains plug 5 Clean the filter on the water tap Remove the hose from the water tap Clean the filter with a small brush 6 For standard and Aqua Secure models clean the filter on the rear of the appliance Remove the hose from the rear of the appliance Remove the filter using pliers and clean the filter 7 Connect the hose and check for leaks ...

Page 27: ...e seen through the glass 1 Switch off the appliance Disconnect the mains plug 2 Drain the detergent solution 3 Pull the emergency release downwards with a tool and release The washing machine door can then be opened Information on the display panel Display Cause remedial action YES The washing machine door is unlocked It is possible to add laundry NO The temperature is too high Wait until the temp...

Page 28: ... not pressed Tap not turned on Filter blocked Clean the filter Supply hose kinked or trapped Washing machine door cannot be opened Safety function active Programme stopped 0 Rinse hold without final spin selected Can be opened by emergency release only Programme does not start Start Pause A pressed or Ready in time selected Washing machine door closed E Childproof lock activated To deactivate Dete...

Page 29: ...ng spinning Is the appliance levelled Level the appliance Are the appliance feet fixed Secure the appliance feet Transport locks removed Remove the transport locks Display panel indicator lamps do not function dur ing operation Power cut Circuit breakers tripped Switch the circuit breakers back on or replace them If the fault occurs repeatedly call the after sales service Detergent residues on the...

Page 30: ... by engineers Please give the after sales service the product number E no and the production number FD of the appliance You can find this information depending on the model On the inside of the washing machine door in the opened service flap and on the rear of the appliance Trust the expertise of the manufacturer Contact us for assistance By doing so you will ensure that the repairs are carried ou...

Page 31: ...4 h Delicate Silk 30 C 2 kg 0 21 kWh 36 l 3 4 h Wool 30 C 2 kg 0 22 kWh 42 l 3 4 h Programme Approximate information on the residual moisture WAK28 WAK24 WAK20 WM14K WM12K WM10K 3TS 3TS 3TS max 1400 rpm max 1200 rpm max 1000 rpm Cottons 48 53 62 Easy Care 40 40 40 Delicate Silk 30 30 30 Wool 45 45 45 The values may deviate from the stated values depending on the following factors water pressure an...

Page 32: ... 100 1000 kPa 1 10 bar Power consumption when switched off 0 12 W Power consumption when ready for use left on mode 1 49 W Standard Programs for Cotton under EU Regulation 1015 2010 Load Programme du ration Programme Cottons ú button ü EcoPerfect F 8 kg 3 _ h Programme Cottons ú button ü EcoPerfect F 4 kg 3 _ h Programme Cottons û button ü EcoPerfect F 4 kg 3 h Programme setting for testing and en...

Page 33: ... lifted by its protruding parts e g the washing machine door the components may break off and cause injuries Do not lift the washing machine by protruding parts If the hose and mains cables are not routed properly there is a risk of tripping and injury Lay hoses and cables in such a way that there is no risk of tripping Caution Damage to the appliance Frozen hoses may rip burst Do not install the ...

Page 34: ...er resistant wooden board min 30 mm thick which is screwed tightly to the floor Installing the appliance in a kitchenette Warning Danger of death There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components Do not remove the appliance covering plate Notes Recess width of 60 cm required Only install the washing machine underneath a continuous worktop that is securely connected to adjacent cabinet...

Page 35: ...longer supply hose approx 2 20 m for standard model Water inlet Warning Danger of death There is a risk of electric shock if you touch live components Do not immerse the Aqua Stop safety valve in water it contains an electric valve Observe the following when connecting the machine Notes Only operate the washing machine using cold mains water Do not connect the machine to the mixer tap of an unpres...

Page 36: ... Caution Water damage If the drain hose slips out of the wash basin or the connection point during draining due to high water pressure any escaping water may cause water damage Secure the drain hose so that it cannot slip out Note Do not kink the water drain hose or put strain on it lengthways You can lay the water drain hose as follows Outlet in a sink Warning Risk of scalding When you are washin...

Page 37: ... may result in intense noise vibrations and wandering 1 Loosen the lock nuts using a wrench by turning it in a clockwise direction 2 Check the alignment of the washing machine with a spirit level and adjust it if necessary Change the height by turning the appliance feet All four appliance feet must stand firmly on the ground 3 Tighten the lock nut against the housing In doing so hold the foot tigh...

Page 38: ...l is used z Only this symbol guarantees compliance with the currently applicable regulations The mains plug can be accessed at all times The mains cable is not bent squashed modified cut through or in contact with heat sources 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 ...

Page 39: ... the washing machine from the mains 5 Remove the hoses Installing the transport locks 1 Remove the covers and keep them in a safe place Use a screwdriver if necessary 2 Insert all four sleeves Clip the mains cable securely in the holders Insert and tighten the screws Before initial use Notes The transport locks must be removed To prevent unused detergent from flowing straight into the drain during...

Page 40: ...ce with Aqua Stop must have been installed and connected correctly in accordance with our instructions this also includes a correctly fitted Aqua Stop extension genuine accessories Our warranty does not cover defective feed lines or fittings leading to the Aqua Stop connection at the tap 4 Appliances with Aqua Stop do not need to be supervised during operation nor secured afterwards by turning off...

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