Siemens WM16W640IN Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions Download

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Page 1: ...Register your product online siemens home bsh group com welcome en QVWUXFWLRQ 0DQXDO DQG QVWDOODWLRQ QVWUXFWLRQV Washing machine WM16W640IN ...

Page 2: ...If the operating 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...

Page 3: ...1 Washing machine 21 Control panel 22 Display panel 23 Z Laundry 25 Prepare the laundry 25 Sorting laundry 25 C Detergent 26 Correct selection of detergent 26 Saving energy and detergent 26 Overview of programmes 27 Programmes on the programme selector 27 Starching 33 Dyeing bleaching 33 Soaking 33 0 Programme default settings 34 Temperature 34 Spin speed 34 Finish in 34 i Dos settings 35 Addition...

Page 4: ...ng 46 Unbalanced load detection system 46 AquaSensor 46 2 Cleaning and maintenance 47 Machine housing control panel 47 Drum 47 Descaling 47 i Dos detergent draw and its housing 48 The drain pump is blocked emergency draining 49 The drain hose at the siphon is blocked 50 Filter in the water supply blocked 50 3 Faults and what to do about them 51 Emergency release 51 Information on the display panel...

Page 5: ...ing machine may be used by children over the age of 8 years old 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 perform cleaning or maintenance work unsupervised Keep children under the age of 3 years away from the washing machine This applia...

Page 6: ... injuries Do not climb onto the 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 yo...

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: ... Always fill the appliance with the maximum amount of laundry for the relevant programme Overview of programmes Page 27 Wash normally soiled laundry without a prewash Save energy and detergent when washing lightly and normally soiled laundry Page 26 Using the intelligent dosing system i Dos to dose your detergent helps you to save detergent and use less water The selectable temperatures apply to t...

Page 9: ...rogramme setting Energy saving mode The display panel lighting goes out after a few minutes and the Ü button flashes Press any button to activate the lighting Energy saving mode is not activated if a programme is running Automatic switch off If the appliance is not operated for a prolonged period it may automatically switch off before the programme starts and when the programme has ended to save e...

Page 10: ...required to connect the water drain hose to a siphon Useful tools Spirit level for aligning Spanner with WAF13 for loosening the transport braces and WAF17 for aligning the appliance feet 3 Mains cable 0 Bag Installation and operating instructions Customer services location directory Warranty Cover caps for openings after the transport braces have been removed Adaptor with sealing washer from 21 m...

Page 11: ...ure To prevent leaks and water damage you must follow the instructions in this section Notes In addition to the safety information listed here the local water and electricity supplier may have special requirements If in doubt have the appliance connected by a specialist Installation surface Note The washing machine be stable so that it does not move around The installation surface must be firm and...

Page 12: ...cks are not removed the drum for example may become damaged when the machine is operated Before using the appliance for the first time make sure that you completely remove all four transport locks Keep the locks in a safe place To prevent transport damage from occurring if the appliance is moved at a later date you must refit the transport locks before transporting the appliance Note Keep the scre...

Page 13: ...re available from specialist dealers customer services Extension for Aqua Stop and cold water supply hose approx 2 50 m order no WM Z2380 WZ 10130 CZ 11350 Z 7070X0 A longer supply hose approx 2 20 m for standard models individual component number for customer services 00353925 PD FP a FP a FP a FP a FP PD FP a FP a FP ...

Page 14: ...ten the screw connections by hand If the screw connections are tightened too much with a tool pliers the thread may become damaged When connecting to a 21 mm tap first fit an adapter with a sealing washer from 21 mm to 26 4 mm supplied depending on the model Optimum water pressure in the supply network At least 100 kPa 1 bar Maximum 1000 kPa 10 bar When the tap is open the water flow rate is at le...

Page 15: ...lip out Caution Damage to the appliance fabrics If the end of the drain hose is immersed in the drained water water may be sucked back into the appliance and may damage the appliance fabrics Make sure that The plug does not block drainage from the washbasin The end of the drain hose is not immersed in the drained water The water drains away quickly enough Note Do not kink the water drain hose or p...

Page 16: ... 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 The lock nuts on all four appliance feet must be screwed tightly against the housing using a suitable WAF17 spanner In doing so hold the foot tight and do not adjust...

Page 17: ...urces Grounding Instructions Warning Danger of death Improper connection of the ground may result in electric shock Have the appliance checked by a qualified technician or licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the washing machine has been properly grounded This appliance must be grounded In the event of malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by p...

Page 18: ...m from the control panel 3 Plug in the mains plug 4 Turn on the tap Running the programme without laundry 1 Switch on the appliance 2 Close the door do not load any laundry 3 Set the Drum Clean 90 C programme 4 Open the detergent drawer 5 Pour approximately 1 litre of water into compartment II 6 Pour standard washing powder into compartment II Note To prevent foaming only use half the amount of de...

Page 19: ...ergency draining 5 Remove the hoses Fitting the transportation securing means 1 Remove the covers and keep them in a safe place If required use a screwdriver 2 Insert all four sleeves Clip the mains cable securely in the holders Insert the transportation securing bolts and tighten them with a wrench WAF 13 Before switching on the appliance again Notes The transport braces must be removed Pour appr...

Page 20: ...Cottons 2 FODFN Sort the laundry Observe the maximum load depending on the model on the display panel Load the laundry Close the door 3 If necessary change the default programme settings and or select additional settings Start the programme 4 End of the programme Open the door and remove the laundry To switch off press the button Turn off the tap for models without Aqua Stop ...

Page 21: ...the appliance en 21 Getting to know the appliance GettingtoknowtheapplianceWashing machine 6 7 Detergent drawer Page 38 0 Operating display panel 8 Door with door handle 9S Open the door 9T Close the door Service flap ...

Page 22: ...Extra Rinse l Easy Iron æ H Changing the default programme settings Page 34 Temperature Temp C Spin speed Spin 0 Finish in time P Child lock w 3 sec to prevent the set functions from being changed accidentally Press and hold the Finish in and button at the same time for approx 3 seconds to activate this function Page 39 X Ü button for Starting a programme Interrupting a programme e g to add items ...

Page 23: ...e minimum level filling Page 41 0 Temperature in C Ž 90 Ž cold 8 Spin speed in rpm 0 1600 Max spin speed depending on the selected programme and model 0 no spin cycle draining only Page 34 Rinse Stop Page 34 üüüü Finish 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 ml...

Page 24: ...lights up The washing machine door can be opened Ï flashes When the programme has started The washing machine door is not closed properly Tap lights up Tap not turned on no water pressure flashes Water pressure too low may increase the programme duration Childproof lock Page 39 w lights up Childproof lock activated w flashes Childproof lock activated programme selector adjusted Foam detection o li...

Page 25: ...items separately Wash new coloured items separately the first time you wash them Soiling Wash laundry with the same level of soiling together Some examples of soiling levels can be found on Page 26 Light Do not prewash select the speedPerfect G setting if necessary Normal Heavy Load less laundry select a programme with prewash Stains Remove pretreat stains while they are fresh Firstly dab with soa...

Page 26: ...lk 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 ...

Page 27: ...ant fabrics made of cotton or linen Notes In the ecoPerfect setting the washing temperature is lower than the selected temperature If you would like to set a particular washing temperature use the programme without the ecoPerfect setting or if necessary set a higher temperature The speedPerfect G setting is suitable as a short programme for lightly soiled laundry Max 9 kg 5 kg Ž 90 C 0 1600 rpm ec...

Page 28: ...ic softener è Wool Gentle handwash Hand or machine washable fabrics that are made of wool or contain wool particularly gentle wash programme to prevent laundry from shrinking with longer pauses in the programme during which the items rest in the water Notes Wool is of animal origin e g Angora alpaca llama sheep Use a detergent that is suitable for machine washing wool Max 2 kg Ž 40 C 0 800 rpm Det...

Page 29: ...gned for woollens or delicates 0 kg 80 90 C 1200 rpm Detergent fabric softener Super 15 30 min Extra short programme of approx 15 30 minutes suitable for small items of lightly soiled laundry Note The Super 15 min programme is run for the speedPerfect G setting max 2 3 5 kg Ž 40 C 1200 rpm ecoPerfect speedPerfect G Detergent è fabric softener è Super 15 min Extra short programme of approx 15 minut...

Page 30: ... membrane coated weatherproof and outdoor clothing or water resistant fabrics 1 Select a programme 2 Add special detergent for outdoor clothing to compartment À Á 3 Press the Ü button The programme stops before the last rinse cycle 4 Add a waterproofing agent max 170 ml to compartment À Á 5 Press the Ü button After treat the laundry in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Notes Use a sp...

Page 31: ...coPerfect speedPerfect G Prewash Extra Rinse l Easy Iron æ Detergent fabric softener Night Wash Especially quiet programme for washing during the night suitable for cotton linen synthetic and blended fabrics Notes Final buzzer deactivated Reduced final spin speed set by default and shorter washing time Max 4 kg Ž 40 C 0 1200 rpm ecoPerfect speedPerfect G Prewash Extra Rinse l Easy Iron æ Detergent...

Page 32: ...ing and the type of fabric are automatically detected and the washing sequence and intelligent dosage are adjusted accordingly Max 6 kg 60 C 1400 rpm Detergent è fabric softener è Shirts Blouses Non iron shirts or blouses made of cotton linen synthetic fibres or blended fabrics Notes Shirts blouses are only given a short spin on the Easy Iron æ setting Hang them up to dry while still dripping wet ...

Page 33: ...facturer s instructions Do not use the washing machine to bleach clothes Soaking 1 Switch on the appliance 2 Select the Cottons 30 C programme 3 Use i Dos to dose your detergent or add it to compartment À Á in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 4 Press the Ü button The programme starts 5 After approx 10 minutes press the Ü button to pause the programme 6 Leave the laundry to soak for ...

Page 34: ...me Page 40 The maximum speed that can be set depends on the model and programme that has been selected Finish in Before starting the programme you can preselect the programme end Ready in time in hourly increments h hour up to a maximum of 24 hours To do this 1 Select a programme The programme duration is displayed for the selected programme e g 2 30 hours minutes 2 Press the Finish in button repe...

Page 35: ...el of softness i Dos ô for detergent Dosage strengths You can change the settings for automatic detergent dosage before the programme starts You can find information on degrees of soiling on Page 26 i Dos i for fabric softener Dosage strengths Depending on what stage the programme is in you can change the settings for automatic detergent dosage ª High heavy soiling and staining Medium average soil...

Page 36: ... consistent with the selected programme without the ecoPerfect setting Prewash For heavily soiled laundry Notes If intelligent dosage is selected the detergent will be dispensed automatically for the prewash and the main wash Set the i Dos dosage to medium to prevent overdosing If dosing manually allocate detergent to the prewash and the main wash Place detergent for the prewash in the drum and ad...

Page 37: ...e duration of the programme alternately The indicator light for the i Dos settings if intelligent dosage has been selected Information on water and energy consumption In appliances with a drum light The drum is lit after switching on the appliance after opening and closing the door and after starting the programme The light switches off automatically Placing laundry into the drum Warning Danger of...

Page 38: ...t settings for each washing cycle or change them To do this repeatedly press the corresponding button until the required setting is displayed Note Pressing and holding the buttons automatically runs through the setting values until the last one Then press the button again and you will be able to change the setting values again The settings are activated without needing to be confirmed Notes The i ...

Page 39: ...tive w flashes briefly The childproof lock is active and the programme selector was turned or a button was pressed Note The childproof lock remains active even once the washing machine has been switched off Before selecting the next programme deactivate the childproof lock Adding laundry After starting the programme you can add or remove laundry if necessary Press the Ü button to do this The Ü but...

Page 40: ... the display panel The Ü button indicator lamp is off Removing laundry switching off the appliance 1 Open the door and remove the laundry 2 Press the button The appliance is switched off 3 Turn off the tap Note Not required for Aqua Stop models Notes Do not leave any items of laundry in the drum They may shrink in the next wash or discolour another item Remove any foreign objects from the drum and...

Page 41: ... liquid products that the manufacturer recommends adding to the detergent drawer Do not mix different liquid detergents If changing your liquid detergent type manufacturer etc empty the dispenser completely and clean it Page 48 Do not use products containing solvents caustic agents or volatile substances e g bleach Do not mix detergent and fabric softener Do not use products that have expired or a...

Page 42: ...ge 35 In addition to intelligent dosage cleaning aids e g stain remover can be added manually to compartment À Á if necessary Page 43 Note The selection on off and the 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 If the indicator light for the selected ...

Page 43: ...onding i Dos button ô or i for approx 3 seconds The preset basic dosage will appear in the display panel 2 Set the required basic dosage using the Finish in or buttons 3 The setting is activated without needing to be confirmed You can now wait for a short while or press any button except the i Dos buttons to revert to the original setting Note The settings are saved until they are changed again ev...

Page 44: ...Notes When dosing all detergents cleaning aids and cleaning agents always follow the manufacturer s instructions If dosing detergent manually do not add additional detergent to the intelligent dosage dispenser set intelligent dosage to off ö This will prevent overdosing and foaming Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water to prevent blockages Dosing and adding detergent 1 P...

Page 45: ...ars in the display panel You can now change the settings Changing the signal volume Use the Finish in or button to change the following settings at the corresponding programme selector positions 2 The volume of the information signals and or 3 The volume of the button signals Exit setting mode or Selecting deselecting the appliance automatic switch off With the programme selector in position 4 pre...

Page 46: ...tribution of the laundry by repeatedly starting and stopping drum spinning If the laundry is extremely unevenly distributed the speed is reduced or the spin cycle is not performed for safety reasons Note Place large and small items of laundry evenly in the drum Page 37 Page 53 AquaSensor Depending on the program and model During a rinse cycle the Aqua sensor checks the turbidity of the rinsing wat...

Page 47: ...ns Notes Ensure the room in which the washing machine is set up is well ventilated Leave the door and detergent dispenser tray open slightly when the washing machine is not in use Occasionally run a wash using the Cottons 60 C programme and powder detergent Machine housing control panel Wipe the housing and the control panel with a soft damp cloth Remove the detergent residue immediately Do not cl...

Page 48: ...g plugs and empty the contents into a suitable container d Then push the sealing plugs back in completely 2 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 Note Only put the drawer handle back on after you have finished cleaning b Pull out the dr...

Page 49: ... 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 scalded Allow the water to cool down 1 Turn off the water tap so that no more water can flow in and has to be drained via the drain pump 2 Switch off the appliance Pull out the mains plug 3 Open and remove the service flap 4 Take the drain hose out of the reta...

Page 50: ...attach the drain hose and secure the connection point using the hose clamp Filter in the water supply blocked First reduce the water pressure in the supply hose 1 Turn off the tap 2 Select any programme except Rinse Spin Empty 3 Press the Ü button Allow the programme to run for approximately 40 seconds 4 Press the button The appliance is switched off 5 Pull out the mains plug Then clean the filter...

Page 51: ...isk of scalding if you come into contact with hot water and laundry If possible leave it to cool down first Warning Risk of injury You may injure your hands if you reach into the drum while it is turning Do not reach into the drum when it is turning Wait until the drum has stopped turning Caution Water damage Any escaping water may cause water damage Do not open the door if water can be seen throu...

Page 52: ... drain pump is blocked Clean the drain pump Page 49 The drain hose drain pipe is blocked Clean the drain hose at the siphon Page 50 E 23 There is water in the base trough the appliance is leaking Turn off the tap Call customer services Page 55 w The childproof lock is activated deactivate it Page 39 o lights up Too much foam has been detected and an additional wash cycle has been activated Add les...

Page 53: ... Stop no final spin Page 40 Can the door only be opened by the emergency release Page 51 The programme will not start Have you pressed the Ü button or selected Finish in time Is the door closed Is the w childproof lock activated Deactivate it If Ó flashes the detergent drawer has not been pushed in completely Push the detergent drawer in correctly The drum briefly jerks or judders after the progra...

Page 54: ...to compartment À Á not suitable for outdoor clothing sportswear or items stuffed with down Use less detergent in the next washing cycle Repeated intensive foaming Check your basic dosage and dosage strength settings If required use a different liquid detergent Detergent fabric softener drips off the seal and collects on the door or in the seal fold There is too much detergent fabric softener in th...

Page 55: ...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 out by trained service personnel using genuine spare parts P and Ï appear in the display panel when the cycle is paused The door is unlocked It is possible to add laundry If you cannot rectify a fault yourself after swit...

Page 56: ...elicates Silk 30 C 2 kg 0 19 kWh 37 l _ h Wool Gentle handwash 30 C 2 kg 0 19 kWh 41 l _ h Programme Approximate information on the residual moisture WM16 WM14 WM12 WM10 Max 1600 rpm Max 1400 rpm Max 1200 rpm Max 1000 rpm Cottons 44 48 53 62 Synthetics 40 40 40 40 Delicates Silk 30 30 30 30 Wool Gentle handwash 45 45 45 45 Observed values may deviate from the indicated values due to influence of w...

Page 57: ...f 0 12 W Power consumption when left on 0 43 W Note Appliance can function even at 0 3 bar 30 kPa water pressure under specified loading conditions Standard programmes for Cottons in accordance with the EU directive no 1015 2010 Programme temperature button Load Approximate programme duration Cottons 60 C ecoPerfect 9 kg 4 _ h Cottons 60 C ecoPerfect 4 5 kg 4 _ h Cottons 40 C ecoPerfect 4 5 kg 4 _...

Page 58: ...s valid for the service life of the appliance 3 It is a prerequisite of all warranty claims that the appliance 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 A...

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Page 60: ...WXUHG E 6 DXVJHUlWH PE XQGHU 7UDGHPDUN LFHQVH RI 6LHPHQV Repair order and advice in the event of faults You can find the contact information for all countries in the attached after sales service directory GB 0344 892 8999 Calls charged at local or mobile rate IE 01450 2655 0 03 per minute at peak Off peak 0 0088 per minute ...

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