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End of programme when ...

... the status indicator 

 

(spin) - 

b

 (end)

 flashes.

Interrupting the programme

Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing: Select

 Skyl (Rinse)

.

– Select

 Start 

.

Programmes at lower temperatures:
– Select 

Centrifugering (Spin)

 or 

Udpumpning (Empty)

.

– Select

 Start 

.

Changing the programme, if ...

... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
– Select

 Start 

. The new programme starts from the 

beginning.

Correct installation according to the 
separate Installation instructions.

Checking the machine

– Never use a damaged machine.
– Inform the after-sales service.

Connecting the mains 
plug

Make sure your hands are dry. 
Take hold of the plug only.

Turning the tap on

Compartment II

: Detergent for the main wash, water softener,

bleach, stain remover

Sorting and loading laundry

Follow the manufacturer's care information.

According to the information on the care labels.

According to type, colour, soiling and temperature.

Do not exceed the maximum load 

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page 7

.

Observe the important information 

a

 page 6.

Insert large and small items of laundry.

Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap items of laundry

between the washing machine door and the rubber seal.

Add detergent and care products

Measure accordingly:

Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply

company) and manufacturer's instructions.

Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.

Your washing machine

Congratulations 

ä

 You have opted for a modern, high-quality 

domestic appliance manufactured by Siemens. This washing 
machine is distinguished by its economical water and energy 
consumption.
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly 
to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.

For further information and a selection of our products go to our web 
site: www.siemens-home.com

Environmentally friendly waste disposal                                          

All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with 
environmental guidelines.
This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive 
2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and 
reuse of used appliances.

Intended use

Contents

Page 

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Intended use .......................................................................................1

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Programmes  .......................................................................................1

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Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3

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Washing ...........................................................................................3/4

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After washing ......................................................................................4

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Individual settings ..............................................................................5

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Important information ........................................................................6

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Overview of programmes  ................................................................7

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Safety instructions  .............................................................................8

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Consumption values  .........................................................................8

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Before washing for the first time/Care  ..........................................9

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Information to indicator lights ..........................................................9

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Maintenance  .................................................................................... 10

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What to do if... .................................................................................. 11

Environmental protection/Conservation tips

– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of 

laundry for the relevant programme.

– Instead of 

Koge-/kulørtvask (Cottons) 90 °C,

 choose the 

programme

 Koge-/kulørtvask (Cottons)

c

60 °C Intensiv 

(Intensive)

. Comparable cleaning result with significantly lower 

energy consumption.

– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's 

instructions and water hardness.

Preparation

Before washing for the first time

Wash once without any laundry 

a

 page 9.

Setting and adjusting programmes

Programme selector

Start        

Programme selector for 
switching the machine on 
and off and for selecting 
the programme. Can be 
turned in either direction.

Programmes

Detailed overview of programmes 

a

page 7

.

Koge-/kulørtvask 
(Cottons)

hard-wearing fabrics

Koge-/kulørtvask
(Cottons) Intensiv    
(Intensive)

hard-wearing fabrics

SuperLyn 30'           
(Super 30’)

Short programme

Skyl (Rinse)

with subsequent spin cycle

Centrifugering     
(Spin)

laundry washed by hand

Udpumpning      
(Empty)

the rinsing water 

ÿ

Uld-/håndvask 

(Wool)

ü

hand/machine-washable textiles

Finvask                  
(Delicate)

delicate washable fabrics

Strygelet                     
(Easy-Care)

easy-care fabrics

Additional function 

a

 Individual settings, 

page 5

.

Select Start 

Washing

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Removing the washing

Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If 

 (no spin, without final spin) is active: Turn the 

programme selector to 

Udpumpning (Empty)

 or select 

the spin speed. 
Select

 Start

.

– Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent 

drawer open so that any residual water can 
evaporate. 

Turning the tap off

Not required for AquaStop models 

a

Hinweise 

Installation Instructions, page 7

.

Switching off

Turn the programme selector to 

Fra (Off)

.

Washing

Detergent drawer with
compartments 

II

,

~

Washing machine 
door

Compartment

~

: Fabric softener, starch

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for use in the household only,

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for machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool 
in detergent solution, 

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to be operated with cold drinking water and commer-
cially available detergents and care products which are 
suitable for use in washing machines.

.

– Do not leave children unattended near the 

washing machine.

– The washing machine is not to be used by 

children or persons not familiar with the 
operating instructions.

– Keep pets away from the washing machine.

Dilute thick fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
This prevents blockages.

Individual settings

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Additional functions   

a

and overview of programmes, see

page 7.

clothing remains immersed in the last rinse water.

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Reduced wash time - only 2 rinse cycles.Suited for slightly soiled 
washing. Recommended load: up to a maximum of 3 kg.

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Start 

For starting the programme.

     Important information   

Protecting the washing and the machine

– Empty pockets.
– Look out for metal items (paperclips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in a laundry bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag.

Washing with varying degrees of soiling

Wash new items of clothing separately.

light

Do not pre-wash.
If required, pretreat stains. Select programme 

Koge-/kulørtvask 

(Cottons)

c

60°CIntensiv (Intensive)

.

heavy

Load less washing. 
Select programme Select programme 

Koge-/kulørtvask (Cottons)

c

60°CIntensiv (Intensive) 

.

Starching                 

Washing must not be treated with fabric softener 

Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour the starch in 
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions into fabric softener compartment 

~

 (rinse 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 for 

bleaching clothes!

Additional 

function*

3

Drum

Control panel

Service flap for 
detergent solution 
pump

Status 

indicators

(*spin speed depending on model)

Summary of Contents for WM12A163DN

Page 1: ...mme selector Start Programme selector for switching the machine on and off and for selecting the programme Can be turned in either direction Programmes Detailed overview of programmes a page 7 Koge kulørtvask Cottons hard wearing fabrics Koge kulørtvask Cottons Intensiv Intensive hard wearing fabrics SuperLyn 30 Super 30 Short programme Skyl Rinse with subsequent spin cycle Centrifugering Spin lau...

Page 2: ...ts Indicator lights for status displays flash þ wash and rinse Close the washing machine door properly laundry may be caught þ wash and spin Open the tap completely Supply hose kinked or trapped Clean the filter a page 10 Water pressure too low rinse and spin Detergent solution pump blocked Clean the detergent solution pump a page 10 Drainage hose waste pipe blocked Clean the drainage hose at the ...

Page 3: ... to indicator lights 9 ʋ Maintenance 10 ʋ What to do if 11 Environmental protection Conservation tips Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of laundry for the relevant programme Instead of Koge kulørtvask Cottons 90 C choose the programme Koge kulørtvask Cottons c60 C Intensiv Intensive Comparable cleaning result with significantly lower energy consumption Measure the detergent acc...

Page 4: ...ccordingly Amount of laundry soiling water hardness ask your water supply company and manufacturer s instructions our liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum Before washing for the first time Wash once without any laundry a page 9 Setting and adjusting programmes Additional function a Individual settings page 5 Select Start Washing 1 2 Removing the washing Open the wa...

Page 5: ...e laundry bag Washing with varying degrees of soiling Wash new items of clothing separately light Do not pre wash If required pretreat stains Select programme Koge kulørtvask Cottons c60 CIntensiv Intensive heavy Load less washing Select programme Select programme Koge kulørtvask Cottons c 60 CIntensiv Intensive Starching Washing must not be treated with fabric softener Starching is possible in al...

Page 6: ... cable and discard along with the plug Destroy the lock on the washing machine door This will prevent children from locking themselves in and risking their lives Danger of suffocation Keep packaging film and packaging parts out of the reach of children Risk of poisoning Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children Risk of explosion Items of laundry pretreated with cleaning agents...

Page 7: ...Water pressure too low rinse and spin Detergent solution pump blocked Clean the detergent solution pump a page 10 Drainage hose waste pipe blocked Clean the drainage hose at the siphon a page 10 Risk of electric shock Disconnect the mains plug Risk of explosion No solvents 10 Maintenance Detergent solution pump Turn the programme selector to Fra Off and disconnect the mains plug 1 Remove the servi...

Page 8: ...0 C without laundry Use standard detergent ʑ Foam escaping from the detergent drawer Too much detergent used If foam is escaping from the detergent drawer Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric softener with litre of water and pour into compartment II not with outdoor or down fabrics Reduce the detergent dosage for the next wash cycle ʑ Intense noise formation vibrations and wandering during the spin cycle Ar...

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