1
2
3
4
5
6
End of programme when ...
... Start/Reload
flashes and
-
¯
-
appears on the display panel.
Note
: If display panel lighting is switched off, press any button
a
Energy
saving mode,
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.
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing: Select
Rinse
/Spin.
– Press
Start/
Reload.
Programmes at lower temperatures:
– Select Rinse
/Spin
(deactivate
Extra Rinse
button) or
Empty
.
– Press
Start/
Reload.
Changing the programme if ...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
– Press
Start/
Reload. The new programme starts from the beginning.
Reloading laundry if ...
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... Press Start/
Reload
;
§
is displayed on the display panel. If
ǯ
is lit,
the washing machine door cannot be opened.
Press
Start/
Reload.
Correct installation according to the separate
installations actions.
Checking the machine
– Never use a damaged machine!
– Contact customer service!
Connecting the mains plug
Make sure your hands are dry!
Handle the plug only!
Turning on the tap
Compartment II
: detergent for the main wash, water softener,
bleach, stain remover
Sorting and loading laundry
Follow the manufacturer's care information!
Sort laundry according to the label's indications.
And according to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load
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Observe important information!
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Wash laundry of different sizes in the same wash programme.
Close the door. Take care not to trap items of laundry between the washing machine door and
seal.
Add detergent and care products
Measure detergent according:
amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply company) and
manufacturer's instructions.
For models without insert for liquid detergent:
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Your washing machine
Congratulations
on having opted for a modern, high-quality domestic appliance
manufactured by Siemens. This washing machine is distinguished by its economical
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 on our products, accessories, spares and services, consult our
website www.siemens-home.com or contact any of our customer service centres.
You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service here or in the after-
sales service directory (depending on model).
–
GB
0844 8928999
(calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence
per minute. A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply)
–
IE
01450 2655
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/CE on the
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 ..........................................................................5/6
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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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Care and cleaning .............................................................................9
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Information on the display panel ....................................................9
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Maintenance .................................................................................... 10
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What to do if ... ................................................................................ 11
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of
laundry for the relevant programme.
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a pre-wash.
– Instead of
Cotton
90 °C
, choose the programme
Cotton 60 °C
with the additional function
ecoPerfect
¢
. Comparable cleaning
result was significantly lower energy consumption.
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's
instructions and water hardness.
– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select spin speed
according to instructions of dryer manufacturer.
Preparation
Before the first wash,
run a wash cycle with no laundry in the machine
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Setting** and adjusting programmes
Programmes
Detailed overview of programmes
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.
Spin speed can be selected individually, irrespective of the
selected programme and programme progress.
Cotton
hard-wearing fabrics
+ Prewash
hard-wearing fabrics, prewash
Mixed Fabrics
Different types of laundry
Rapid 15’
Short programme
Rinse/Spin
Laundry washed by hand,
Extra Rinse
button acti-
vated; if only using the spin cycle, deactivate the but-
ton
Empty
Drain rinsing water with
c
(without final spin)
Textile Guard
All-weather, sports and outdoor fabrics
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Wool
Hand/machine washable wool
Delicates
Delicate washable fabrics
Easy-Care
synthetic fabrics
Washing
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2
Removing the washing
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If
(without final spin) is active: turn the programme selector to
Empty
or
select the spin speed.
Choose
Start/
Reload.
– Remove any foreign objects. Risk of rusting.
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent door open
so that any residual water can evaporate.
Turn the tap off
Not required for Aqua-Stop models
a
Refer to Installation instructions
.
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to
Off
.
Washing
Compartment
~
: Fabric softener, bleach
Compartment I
: Detergent for prewash
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for domestic use only,
ʋ
for washing machine-washable fabrics and
hand-washable wool in detergent solution,
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to be operated with cold or cold and hot (max. 60 ºC)
drinking water, depending on model, and commercially
available detergents and care products which are suit-
able 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 viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
This prevents blockages.
Individual settings
ʑ
Option button Finish in
When a programme is selected, its duration is displayed. You can delay the end of the programme before it begins. The
ready in-time can be set in increments of one hour up to a maximum of 24 hours. Press the
Finish in
button until the
required number of hours is displayed (h = hour). Choose
Start/
Reload. Once the programme has begun, no further
adjustment is possible.
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Spin speed in rpm/
(without final spin)
You can change the displayed spin speed or choose
(without final spin, laundry soaks in the last rinsing water,
display panel - - -
)
. The maximum selectable spin speed depends on the model and which programme is currently
selected.
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Additional functions
a
Overview of programmes
, page 7
speedPerfect
i
For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to that of the
standard programme. Maximum load
a
Overview of programmes,
page 7.
ecoPerfect
¢
For saving energy with a washing performance comparable to that of the standard
programme.
Less Ironing
Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin: residual moisture in
the laundry slightly increased.
Extra Rinse
Additional rinse cycle. For areas with very soft water or for further enhancing the spin
result.
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Childproof lock
ª¥
in the display panel
You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have set from being
changed inadvertently.
To activate
: press and hold the
Start/
Reload button for approx. 5 seconds after the
programme has started.
ª¥
appears in the display panel for approx. 5 seconds, then
the Finish-in time is shown again.
To deactivate
: press and hold the
Start/
Reload button for approx. 5 seconds.
Note
: If a button is pressed when the childproof lock is active,
ª¥
lights up for
approx. 5 seconds, then the Finish-in time is displayed again.
ª¥
lights up continouously if the programme selector is adjusted when the Childlock
is active.
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Reloading
§
in the display panel
Press Start/
Reload
if you want to add additional items of laundry after the programme
has started. The machine checks whether reloading is possible.
§
lits: reloading is possible.
ǯ
flashes: wait until
§
lights.
Note
: do not open the door until
§
is lit.
ǯ
: it is not possible to reload.
Note
: for safety reasons, the washing machine door remains locked when the water
level and/or temperature is high, or during spinning.
To continue the programme, press the
Start/
Reload
button.
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Energy saving mode
The display panel lighting goes out after a few minutes,
Start/Reload
flashes. Press any button to switch on the lighting.
ʑ
Start/Reload
To start the programme or to subsequently load additional laundry, and to activate/deactivate the childproof lock
.
Individual settings
z
ʑ
Signal
Important information
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– When determining the dosage of all washing powders, additives and cleaning agents, you must follow the
manufacturer's instructions..
– Empty all pockets
– Check for metal items (paper-clips, 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.
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
light
Do not prewash. If required, choose the additional function
speedPerfect
i
.
Pre-treat any stains as necessary.
intense wash
Load less laundry. Choose a programme with a prewash.
Soaking
Load laundry of the same colour.
Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment
II
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Turn the
programme selector to
Cotton
30 °C
and press
Start/
Reload. After approx. 10 minutes, press Start/
Reload
to pause
the programme. Once the required soaking time has elapsed, press
Start/
Reload
again to continue the programme, or
select a different programme.
Starch
Laundry should 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.
Textile Guard
Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener.
Clean the detergent drawer thoroughly to remove fabric softener residue
.
Special detergent and waterproofing agent suitable for machine washing are available from sports shops. Dosage according to
the manufacturer's instructions:
1.
Place the special detergent for outdoor clothing in compartment II and
2.
pour impregnating agent (max. 170 ml) into the
~
compartment.
Set the programme selector to
Textile Guard
. Set the temperature.
Press
Start/
Reload. Final treatment of the laundry in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Insert for liquid detergent
depending on model
Position the insert for dispensing liquid detergent:
– Remove the detergent drawer completely
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– Slide the insert forwards and click into place.
Do not use the insert (slide upwards): for gel detergents and washing powder,
for programmes with
+ Prewash
and End time option.
Set to
o
1 step, the display
panel lights up
press and
hold
+
1 step, release
set to
o
setting the volume*
setting the volume* 1 step
* if necessary,
select the function
several times
1.
Activating the mode for
setting the signal
volume
2.
Setting the volume for...
Button signals
Information signals
direct
3
Detergent drawer with
compartments
I
,
II
,
~
Door
Drum
Control panel
Service door
Display panel /
option buttons
Additional functions
Start /
Reload
Programme selector for
switching the machine on
and off and for selecting the
programme. Can be turned
in either direction.
**If
ª¥
flashes in the display panel,
the childproof lock is active
a
Deactivate childproof lock,
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.
Additional functions and option
buttons
a
Individual settings,
page 5
.
Press
Start/Reload
All buttons are sensitive and need
only to be touched lightly. Press and
hold the Finish in option button for an
automatic run through all setting
options.
Programme selector
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2
3
4
5
6
Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model)
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End of programme after ...
Status displays
Programme sequence displays:
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ü
2
c
-
¯
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Wash, rinse, spin, end
without final spin
ª¥
Childproof lock
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