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Summary of Contents for WM16Y790DN

Page 1: ...www siemens home com en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions WM16Y790DN Washing machine ...

Page 2: ...n Further information on our products accessories spare parts and services can be found at www siemens home com or contact our customer service centres If the instructions for use and assembly describe various models reference is made to the differences at the appropriate places Explanation of the symbols ã Warning This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a potentially dangerous situat...

Page 3: ... settings options 28 Ø ASR Stain Automatic 30 Ø Consumption values 31 Ø Appliance settings 32 Ø Sensors Your washing machine is so intelligent 33 Cleaning and maintenance Ø Care and maintenance 34 Ø Emergency lock release e g if power failure occurs 38 Ø Information on the display panel 39 Ø Faults what to do 40 Ø Customer service 42 Installing the appliance Ø Standard accessories 43 Ø Installatio...

Page 4: ...gents cleaning aids cleaning products and cleaning agents always follow the manufacturer s instructions Ø The washing machine may be operated by children from 8 years of age by persons who have limited physical sensory or mental abilities and by persons who have inadequate experience or knowledge provided they are supervised or have been instructed by a responsible person Ø Keep pets away from the...

Page 5: ...with the washing machine This will prevent children from locking themselves in and suffocating On redundant appliances Pull out the mains plug Sever the power cord and discard together with the plug Destroy the lock on the washing machine door Children must not perform any cleaning or maintenance work without supervision When playing children may become entangled in the packaging film and packagin...

Page 6: ...h of children ã Warning Risk of explosion Items of washing pretreated with solvent detergents e g stain remover petroleum ether may cause an explosion when the washing machine has been loaded Before hand thoroughly rinse items of washing by hand ã Caution Danger of scalding When washing at high temperatures you may be scalded if you touch the hot wash liquor e g if draining hot wash liquor into a ...

Page 7: ... 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 out Caution when opening the detergent drawer In case of eye skin contact r...

Page 8: ...mode is not activated if a programme is running Ø Automatic switch off If the appliance is not operated for a prolonged period it automatically switches off before the programme starts and when the programme has ended to save energy Switch on by pressing main switch button Ø If the washing is then dried in the tumble dryer select spin speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer D...

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Page 10: ...odels with insert for liquid detergent The detergent drawer features an insert which is used as a dosing aid for liquid detergent Do not use insert For gel like detergents and washing powders For programmes with Prewash or Ready in option Position insert for dosing liquid detergent Completely remove detergent drawer Push insert forwards For models without insert for liquid detergent Dose liquid de...

Page 11: ...nge Page 17 Page 28 l Select ecoPerfect or speedPerfect G button Page 17 Page 28 m Select ã ASR Stain Automatic button for stain selection Overview of all stains Page 30 n Select Options button for additional programme options Overview of all op tions Page 28 o Start wash programme Select Ü Start Pause button to start interrupt and can cel the programme e g reload wash ing p Change appliance setti...

Page 12: ...eed maximum load 3 Dosage 70 ú Please load laundry max 8kg Open the detergent drawer Dose detergent according to dosing recommen dation Close the washing machine door FODFN 4 If required change programme settings of the selected programme and se lect programme settings options Select Ü Start Pause 5 v Finished remove washing End of the programme For switching the machine on press the button Turn o...

Page 13: ...uctions Keep detergents and agents for the pretreatment of washing e g stain remover prewash sprays away from the surfaces of the washing machine Using a damp cloth immediately remove any fine spray residue and other residue droplets Empty pockets Remove metal parts paper clips etc Wash delicates in the net bag tights underwired bras Close zips button up covers Brush sand out of pockets and collar...

Page 14: ...load display may malfunction Page 33 3 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 Cottons programme preset at the factory is displayed Displays for the Cottons programme The indicator lamp is lit on the programme selector and the main menu for the selected programme is indicated on the d...

Page 15: ... or back by pressing Main menu button selected programme is indicated on the display panel To change the programme select button under the black highlighted programme and change programme 5 Insert the washing The load screen for the selected programme e g for Cottons is indicated on the display panel The load screen is indicated when the door is opened or when the amount of washing is changed Unfo...

Page 16: ... washing in the washing machine a dosing recommendation is indicated on the display panel Soiling Water hardness ask your water supply company Manufacturer s instructions When dosing all detergents cleaning aids cleaning products and cleaning agents always follow the manufacturer s instructions Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water Prevents blockage of the overflow 5 Cha...

Page 17: ...The programme duration is adjusted while the programme is running if the programme duration requires changing e g due to changes in the programme settings options foam detection unbalanced load detection the load or soiling Ø ecoPerfect for saving energy with a comparable washing effect to the standard programme When selected the display lamp is lit Ø speedPerfect G for a shorter wash time with a ...

Page 18: ...ect option by pressing the two buttons displayed on the left 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 Wait or back to the main menu by pressing ß Options button 6 Starting the programme Ø Select Ü Start Pause The indica...

Page 19: ...he programme progresses Some programme sequence steps explained Ø Load adjust active Page 33 Ø Prewash wash rinse spin drain are displayed during the wash cycle Ø Extra rinse foam Page 21 Ø Other displays Page 39 During washing Ø Childlock To prevent the set functions of the washing machine from being accidentally changed the childproof lock can be activated Activate deactivate press 0 Finish in f...

Page 20: ...hing machine door is locked and the programme continues automatically Load display is not active during relosding Do not leave washing machine door open for a prolonged period water could run out of the washing Ø Changing the programme sequence if you have mistakenly started a wrong programme 1 Select Ü Start Pause 2 Select another programme 3 Select Ü Start Pause The new programme starts from the...

Page 21: ...ay panel If Foam has been detected is also indicated on the display panel the washing machine has detected too much foam during the wash programme and therefore automatically activates additional rinse cycles to eliminate the foam Dose less detergent in the next wash cycle with the same load Rinse hold reached Select spin or drain and then start Spin Drain b b v Finished remove washing ...

Page 22: ...gent drawer and door open so that residual water can evaporate Before switching the machine off Always remove the washing Otherwise the load display may malfunction Always wait until the programme ends as the appliance could still be locked Then switch the appliance on and wait for the unlocking device 2 Press the button Appliance is switched off 3 Turn off the water tap Not required for Aqua Stop...

Page 23: ...es made of cotton or linen reduced load for speedPerfect G option max 8 kg 5 kg cold 60 90 C 0 1400 1600 rpm G ã æ l z ç at æ 0 800 rpm Easy Care Textiles made of synthetic materials or blended fabrics max 3 5 kg cold 40 60 C 0 1200 rpm G ã æ l z ç at æ 0 600 800 rpm Mixed Fabric Mixed load consisting of textiles made of cotton and synthetics max 3 5 kg cold 40 C 0 1400 1600 rpm G ã æ l z ç at æ 0...

Page 24: ...x 1 kg cold 30 40 C 0 600 rpm G ã æ l z ç at æ 0 400 rpm Memory 1 and 2 To save frequently used individual pro gramme settings Saving Page 27 Settings as selected pro gramme Easy Care Dark textiles made of cotton and dark easy care textiles Wash textiles inside out max 3 5 kg cold 30 40 C 0 800 1200 rpm G ã æ l z ç at æ 0 600 800 rpm Super 15 Extra short programme approx 15 min utes suitable for l...

Page 25: ... cold 30 40 C 0 800 rpm G ã l z ç Pillows Downs Machine washable textiles filled with down pillows blankets or duvets Wash large items individually Use mild detergent Meter detergent sparing ly max 2 kg cold 40 60 C 0 1200 rpm G ã l z ç Shirts Business Non iron shirts Blouses made of cotton linen synthetics fibres or blended fabrics For the æ Less Ironing option shirts blouses are given a short sp...

Page 26: ...ations The laundry must not be treated with fabric softener Before washing remove all fabric softener residue from detergent drawer all dispensers max 2 kg cold 30 40 C 0 800 rpm G ã æ l z ç at æ 0 600 rpm Rinse Extra rinse with spin 0 1200 1600 rpm æ l z ç at æ 0 800 rpm Spin Extra spin with selectable spin speed 0 1200 1600 rpm æ ç at æ 0 800 rpm Low Spin Extra spin cycle at reduced speed and wi...

Page 27: ...uld not be treated with fabric softener Liquid starch can be used in all wash programmes Pour starch into the dispenser M according to manufacturer s specifications if required clean beforehand Dyeing Discolouring Dye in household quantities only Salt may attack stainless steel Observe specifications of the dye manufacturer Do not discolour washing in the washing machine Soaking Pour soaking agent...

Page 28: ...eed depends on the programme and model Spin Finish in Delays the Finished in time end of programme Before the programme starts the end of the pro gramme can be preselected in h steps up to maxi mum 24h When the programme has started the preselected time is displayed e g for 8h and counts down until the wash programme starts Then the programme du ration is displayed e g 2 30h When the programme has...

Page 29: ... rinse cycles depending on the pro gramme prolonged programme duration Recommended application for particularly sensi tive skin or and in areas with very soft water Water Plus on off Increased water level more gentle treatment of the washing Rinse Hold on off The washing remains in the water after the last rinse cycle End the programme Page 21 Silent Wash on off Reduced noise values by special was...

Page 30: ...reated optimally The treatment of two stains explained in the following example For the other stains we have developed comparable solutions in intensive studies Selectable treatment of stains ë blood Blood is first dissolved in cold water then the selected wash programme starts í egg Egg particles are removed by soaking in the lukewarm water bath selecting a wash cycle with a high water level and ...

Page 31: ... tests according to currently valid European standard EN60456 Information about comparability tests To test the test programmes wash indicated load size at maximum spin speed Programme Additonal function Load Annual energy consumption Annual water consumption Cottons 40 60 C ecoPerfect 8 4 kg 189 kWh 10500 l Programme setting for testing and energy labelling according to directive 2010 30 EU with ...

Page 32: ...nowledged by a tick Ø Wait or hold down  3 sec Basic Setting 3 sec buttons again Settings are retained after appliance is switched off Language end signal off è button signal b c b c Settings Set values Notes end signal off quiet medium loud very loud Adjust volume of the end signal button signal off quiet medium loud very loud Adjust volume of the button signals Auto power off of the appliance i...

Page 33: ... panel To ensure that the load sensor measures all the laundry the drum must be empty before the washing machine is switched on Dosing recommendation The dosing recommendation indicates a recommended detergent dosage as a depending on the selected programme and the detected load The indicated refers to the recommendation of the detergent manufacturer By observing the recommended dosage you will pr...

Page 34: ...ng machine components may be damaged and toxic fumes generated Do not use solvent based cleaning agents ã Caution Washing machine may be damaged If solvent cleaning agents e g petroleum ether are used on the washing machine the surfaces may be damaged Do not use solvent based cleaning agents Machine housing Control panel Ø Remove detergent residue immediately Ø Wipe with a soft damp cloth Ø Do not...

Page 35: ...insert upwards 3 Clean detergent dispenser and insert with water and a brush and dry 4 Attach insert and lock into position push cylinder onto guide pin 5 Insert detergent drawer Leave detergent drawer open so that residual water can evaporate Drain pump blocked ã Warning Danger of scalding Wash liquor is hot when washing at high temperatures You may be scalded if you touch the hot wash liquor All...

Page 36: ...st rotate 6 Reinsert and screw on pump cover Handle should be vertical 7 Close the service flap If required lock disengaged service flap beforehand To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the outlet during the next wash Pour 1 litre of water into dispenser II and start the Drain programme Drainage hose on the siphon blocked 1 Switch off the appliance Pull out the mains plug Note Residual wat...

Page 37: ... Pause Leave programme for approx 40 seconds 4 Press the button Appliance is switched off Pull out the mains plug 5 Clean the filter Disconnect the hose from the water tap Clean filter with small brush and or for standard and Aqua Secure models Remove hose from the rear of the appliance Take out filter with pliers and clean 6 Connect the hose and check for leaks ...

Page 38: ...If required leave to cool down 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 Water damage possible Leaking water may cause damage Do not open the door if you can still see water through the glass 1 Switch off the appliance Pull out the mains plug...

Page 39: ...e 36 Pause Reload is not possible Water level or temperature is too high Select Ü Start Pause to continue the programme Door cannot be un locked Water level or temperature is too high Water level or temperature is too high Select Ü Start Pause to continue the programme aquaStop has been activated Please call customer service not applicable without Aqua Stop Water in the base pan appliance leaking ...

Page 40: ...t visible in the drum Not a fault water below the visible area Spin result not satis factory Washing wet too damp Not a fault unbalanced load detection system has stopped the spin cycle washing unevenly distributed Distribute small and large items of washing in the drum Less Ironing æ selected Page 29 Too low speed selected Page 23 Spin cycle actuated several times Not a fault unbalanced load dete...

Page 41: ...cles are switched on Detergent residue on the washing Occasionally phosphate free detergents contain water insoluble residue Select Rinse or brush the laundry after washing In the pause status Ü Start Pause flashes very quickly and a signal sounds Water level too high Washing cannot be reloaded Immediately close washing machine door Select Ü Start Pause to continue the programme If a fault cannot ...

Page 42: ...stomer service the product number E Nr and the production number FD of the appliance Rely on the competence of the manufacturer Contact us You can therefore be sure that the repair is carried out by trained service technicians who carry original spare parts These instructions can be found on inside of washing machine door open service flap and rear of the ap pliance depending on model Product numb...

Page 43: ...ting the water Page 53 Useful tools Ø Spirit level for alignment Ø Socket wrench size 13 for loosening the transportation protection devices Page 49 and size 17 for aligning the appliance feet Page 55 GHSHQGLQJ RQ PRGHO TXD 6WRS 6WDQGDUG TXD 6HFXUH 0DLQV FDEOH DWHU RXWOHW DWHU LQOHW OERZ IRU VHFXULQJ WKH ZDWHU RXWOHW KRVH 6SDQQHU QVWUXFWLRQ PDQXDO DQG QVWDOODWLRQ LQVWUXFWLRQV RYHUV ZLWK KRVH FOLS ...

Page 44: ...CZ11350 Z7070X0 Ø Longer supply hose approx 2 20 m for standard model Technical specifications a FP a FP a FP a FP a FP a FP a FP a FP PD FP RQQHFWLRQ RQ OHIW VLGH RU RQQHFWLRQ RQ ULJKW VLGH GHSHQGLQJ RQ PRGHO Dimensions width x depth x height 60 x 59 x 85 cm Weight depending on modell 63 83 kg Mains connection Nominal voltage 220 240 V 50 Hz Nominal current 10 A Nominal power 2300 W Water pressur...

Page 45: ...e door the components may break off and cause injuries Donot lift the washing machine by its projecting parts ã Caution Risk of stumbling If the hoses and power cord are installed improperly there is a risk of tripping and injury Lay hoses and cables in such a way that there is no risk of stumbling ã Caution Washing machine may be damaged Frozen hoses may tear burst Do not install the washing mach...

Page 46: ...ents If in doubt have the appliance connected by a technician 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 washing machine door the components may break off and cause injuries Do not lift the washing machine by its projecting parts ã Caution Risk of stumbling If the hoses and power cord are ins...

Page 47: ...re the local water and electricity supplier may have special requirements If in doubt have the appliance connected by a technician Installation area Stability is important to prevent the washing machine from wandering The installation area must be firm and level Soft floors floor coverings are not suitable Installing the appliance on a base or on a wooden joist ceiling ã Warning Washing machine ma...

Page 48: ...n 30 mm thick to the floor 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 60 cm cavity width required Install washing machine only under a continuous worktop connected firmly to the adjacent cupboards ...

Page 49: ...efore using the appliance for the first time remove the 4 transportation protection devices completely and keep in a safe place ã Caution Washing machine may be damaged To prevent damage in transit when transporting the washing machine subsequently always re install the transit bolts prior to transportation Page 59 Keep screw and sleeve screwed together 1 Take the hoses out of the holders ...

Page 50: ...Loosen and remove all 4 transportation lock screws 4 Take the power cord out of the holders Remove sleeves 5 Prepare separate cover 6 Insert covers Lock covers firmly by pressing on the locking hook 7 Insert hose holder 8 Secure hoses in the hose holders ...

Page 51: ...rchased from an authorised specialist outlet not a used one If in doubt have the appliance connected by a technician Water inlet hose Water inlet hose do not kink crush modify or sever strength is no longer guaranteed Optimum water pressure in the mains 100 1000 kPa 1 10 bar Ø When the tap is turned on the water flow is at least 8 l min Ø If the water pressure is higher install a pressure reducing...

Page 52: ...rotract the the water supply hose Height difference between the placement area and drainage point 0 maximum 100 cm Drainage into a wash basin ã Warning Water damage possible If the attached drainage hose slips out of the washbasin 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 PLQ PP A...

Page 53: ...chine check that the water drains away quickly enough The end of the drainage hose must not be immersed in the drained water Installing the drainage hose Drainage into a siphon ã Warning Water damage possible If the drainage hose slips off the siphon connection due to high water pressure when draining the washing machine leaking water may cause damage Connection point must be secured with hose cli...

Page 54: ... 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 Connecting ...

Page 55: ...e height by rotating the foot All four feet must be firmly on the floor The washing machine must not wobble 3 Tighten the lock nut against the housing Grip the foot and do not adjust the height The lock nuts on all four appliance feet must be screwed tightly against the housing Loud noise formation intense vibrations and wandering may be due to incorrect alignment ...

Page 56: ...rd Insert pull out the mains plug with dry hands only Never pull out the mains plug during operation Connect the washing machine to an alternating current via a correctly installed earthed socket only The mains voltage and voltage specifications on the washing machine appliance rating plate must match Connected load as well as required fuse are indicated on the appliance rating plate ...

Page 57: ... by an electrician only A replacement mains cable can be obtained from customer service Do not use multiple plugs couplings or extension cables If a residual current operated circuit breaker is used use only a type which features this symbol z Only this symbol guarantees compliance with currently valid regulations The mains plug must be accessible at all times ...

Page 58: ...m from the fascia 3 Insert mains plug 4 Turn the tap on 5 Switch on the appliance 6 Close the washing machine door Do not load any washing 7 Select the Cottons programme 8 Select the temperature 90 C 9 Open the detergent drawer 10 Pour approx 1 litre of water 1 pt into dispenser II 11 Add standard detergent to dispenser II according to manufacturer s instructions for light soiling To prevent froth...

Page 59: ...ine from the power supply 5 Remove the hoses Installing transportation protection devices 1 Remove covers and keep in a safe place If required use a screwdriver 2 Insert all 4 sleeves Clamp mains cable on the holders Insert and tighten the bolts Before switching on the appliance Remove the transportation protection devices Page 49 To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the outlet during the...

Page 60: ...e programme 20 Childlock 19 Cleaning the detergent drawer 35 the filter 37 the siphon 36 Connecting the water 51 Water drainage 52 Water supply 51 Consumption values 31 Customer service 42 D Descaling 35 Detergent drawer 10 Discolouring 27 Display panel 11 Dosing recommendation 33 Drain pump blocked 35 Drum light 15 Dyeing 27 E ecoPerfect 11 17 28 Electrical connection 56 Emergency lock release 38...

Page 61: ...quence steps 19 Programme settings 16 28 Protection of the environment 8 Q Quick reference instructions 12 R Rinse Hold 21 29 S Safety instructions 5 Select ASR Stain Automatic 11 Selecting the programme 15 Settings 3 sec 32 Silent Wash 29 Soaking 27 Sorting the washing 13 17 speedPerfect 11 17 28 Spin 11 17 28 Standard accessories 43 Starching 27 Start Pause 11 Starting the programme 18 T Technic...

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Page 64: ...the warranty if the appliance and Aqua Stop have been correctly installed and connected according to our instructions this also includes a correctly installed Aqua Stop extension original accessory 4 Our guarantee does not apply to defective cables hoses or to fittings up to the connection on the tap 5 Appliances which feature Aqua Stop can be left unattended during operation and it is not necessa...

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