Siemens WM12B166DN Operating Instructions Manual

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End of programme when ...

... §Ê appears on the display panel.

Interrupting the programme

Programmes at high temperatures: – Cool washing: Select Rinse (Skyl). – Select Start . Programmes at lower temperatures: – Select Spin (Centrifugering)/Empty (Udpumpning). – 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 a 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

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Environmentally friendly waste disposal 

All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with environmental guidelines. This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/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

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

ʋ Programmes .......................................................................................1

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

ʋ Information on the display panel .................................................... 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 particular programme. – Wash normally soiled laundry without a prewash. – The selectable temperatures apply to the care labels on the textiles.

The temperatures in the machine may deviate from this so that you get

the optimum mix of energy-saving and washing results. – Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's instructions

and water hardness.

– If the laundry is subsequently dried in a tumble drier, select the spin

speed according to the tumble drier manufacturer's instructions.

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.

Bomuld (Cottons) hard-wearing fabrics

Skyl (Rinse) with subsequent spin cycle

Centrifugering (Spin)/ Udpumpning (Empty)

laundry washed by hand, the rinsing water

Uld/håndvask (wool) ÿühand/machine-washable textiles

Finvask/Silke (Delicate/Silk)

delicate washable fabrics

Mix Different types of laundry

Hygiejne (Sensitiv) Hard-wearing fabrics

Strygelet (Easy-Care) easy-care fabrics

Additional function a Individual settings, page 5.

Select Start 

Washing

Removing the washing

Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.

– 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 Off (Fra).

Washing

Detergent drawer with compartments I, II, ~

Compartment ~: Fabric softener, starch

Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wash

ʋ for use in the household only, ʋ for machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool

in detergent solution,

ʋ to be operated with cold drinking water and commer-

cially available detergents and care products which are suitable for use in washing machines.

ʋ 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.

– Do not leave children unattended near the

washing machine. – Children must not play with the appliance. – Children must not perform any cleaning or

maintenance work without supervision! – Keep pets away from the washing machine.

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

Individual settings

Additional functions a and overview of programmes, see page 7.

i speed Perfect For washing in a shorter time with a washing result comparable to that

of the standard programme. Maximum load a Programme overview, page 7.

h Extra Rinse Additional rinse cycle. For areas with very soft water or for further

enhancing the spin result.

Childproof lock

on the display panel

You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have set from being changed inadvertently. ON/OFF: after the start/end of the programme, press and hold the Start/Pause  button for approx. 5 seconds. Note: The childproof lock can remain activated until you wish to start the next programme, even after switching off the machine. Then you can deactivate the childproof lock before starting the programme and activate it again as necessary once the programme has started.

Start 

To start, pause and continue the programme and to activate/deactivate the childproof lock.

Important information

Protecting the washing and the machine

– When measuring the amount of all detergents/additives and cleaning agents, always check the

manufacturer's instructions.

– 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 Cottons (Bomuld)cecoü~.

heavy Load less washing.

Select programme Cottons (Bomuld)ceco ~.

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

Washing machine door

Service flap

Control panel

Washing machine door handle

Display

Funktions

- - - - - ³¯¯*  (spin speed) Select the spin speed (* depending on the model) ³¤ - ¤  (Finished in) Programme end after

Status indicators Programme status indicators:

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Childproof lock a page 5

Overview of programmes a Refer to the table of consumption values on page 8 and notes on page 6.

Programmes °C max.

Type of laundry

Additional functions; information

Bomuld (Cottons) 20, 30, 40, 60, 90 °C

6 kg/

3,5kg*

Hard-wearing fabrics, heat-resistant fabrics made

of cotton or linen

i (speed Perfect)*, h (Extra Rinse)

Hygiejne

(Sensitiv)

60°C

Bomuld

(Cottons) eco

40, 60 °C 6 kg i (speed Perfect)*, h (Extra Rinse)

Strygelet

(Easy-Care)

30, 40 °C 3 kg

Easy-care fabrics made of cotton, linen, synthetic

fibres or blended fabrics

i (speed Perfect), h (Extra Rinse)

Mix 40 °C 2.5 kg Fabrics made of cotton or easy-care fabrics

i (speed Perfect), h (Extra Rinse); different types of laundry

can be washed together

Finvask/Silke

(Delicate/Silk)

30 °C

2 kg

For delicate, washable fabrics, e.g. made of silk,

satin, synthetic fibres or blended fabrics (e.g. cur-

tains)

i (speed Perfect), h (Extra Rinse)

No spin between rinse cycles

ÿ Uld/Håndvask

(Wool/hand wash)

30 °C

Handä or machine-washable fabrics made of wool

or containing wool

Particularly gentle wash programme to prevent shrinkage of

laundry. Longer programme breaks (fabrics rest in the detergent

solution)

Additional programmes Skyl (Rinse), Centrifugering (Spin)/Udpumpning (Empty)

* reduced load

when using the i (speed Perfect) option.

 Programmes without prewash - add detergent to compartment II, programmes with prewash - distribute the detergent between compartments I and II.

9511 / 9001069597

WM12B166DN

BSH Hausgeräte GmbH

Carl-Wery-Straße 34 81739 München GERMANY

Manufactured by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH under Trademark License of Siemens AG

Safety instructions

– Read the instruction manual and installation instructions and all other information enclosed

with the washing machine and act accordingly. – Retain the documents for subsequent use.

Risk of electric shock – Never pull the cable to disconnect the mains plug.

– Never insert/disconnect the mains plug with damp hands.

Danger to life For worn-out appliances:

– Disconnect the mains plug. – Sever the mains 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 containing

solvents, e.g. stain remover/cleaning solvent may cause an explosion after being loaded into the washing machine. Rinse items of laundry thoroughly by hand beforehand.

Risk of injury – The washing machine door can become very hot.

– Be careful when draining hot detergent solution. – Do not climb onto the washing machine. – Do not lean on the open washing machine door. – Do not reach into the drum if it is still rotating. – Be careful when opening the detergent drawer while the machine

is in operation.

Consumption values

Programme Load Electricity*** Water*** Programme duration***

Bomuld (Cottons) 20 °C 6 kg 0.30 kWh 68 l 2 @ h

Bomuld (Cottons) 30 °C 6 kg 0.95 kWh 68 l 2 @ h

Bomuld (Cottons) 40 °C* 6 kg 1.60 kWh 68 l 2 @ h

Bomuld (Cottons) 60 °C 6 kg 2.45 kWh 76 l 2 @ h

Bomuld (Cottons) 90 °C 3 kg 0.70 kWh 46 l 1 B h

Strygelet (Easy-Care) 40 °C* 2,5 kg 0.40 kWh 44 l 1 h

Finvask/Silke (Delicate/Silk) 30 °C 2 kg 0.30 kWh 37 l B h ÿ Uld /Håndvask (Wool) 30 °C 2 kg 0.20 kWh 43 l B h

*Programme setting for testing in accordance with currently applicable EN60456 standard. Note on comparative tests: When testing the test programmes, wash the specified load using the maximum spin speed.

Programme Load Annual energy consumptionAnnual water consumption

Bomuld (Cottons) eco 40 / 60 °C ** 6/3 kg 153 kWh 10560 l

** Programme settings for testing and energy labelling in accordance with europian standard

2010/30/EU with cold water(15 °C).

***The values may deviate from the specified values depending on water pressure, water hard-

ness, and inlet temperature, ambient temperature, type, amount and level of laundry soiling, detergent used, fluctuations in the power supply and selection of options.

Before washing for the first time

Do not load any laundry into the machine. Turn on the tap. Add the following to compartment II: – approx. 1 litre water – detergent (dosage according to the manufacturer's instructions for light soiling and the

appropriate degree of water hardness) Set the programme selector to Bomuld (Cottons) 60 °C and select Start . At the end of the pro-

gramme, turn the programme selector to Off.

Care

Machine housing, control panel

– Remove detergent residue immediately. – Wipe off with a soft, damp cloth. – Do not clean with a jet of water.

Cleaning the detergent drawer ...

... if it contains detergent or fabric softener residues.

1. Pull out, press insert down, remove drawer completely.

2. To remove the insert: press the insert upwards from below with your

finger.

3. Clean the detergent dispenser tray and insert with water and a brush and dry it.

4. Attach the insert and engage (connect the cylinder to the guide pin).

5. Push in the detergent drawer.

Leave the detergent drawer open so that any residual water can evaporate.

Drum

Leave the washing machine door open so that the drum can dry out. Rust stains - use chlorine-free cleaning agent, not steel wool.

Descaling Ensure there is no laundry in the machine

This should not be necessary if the correct detergent dosage has been used. If it is necessary, however, proceed according to the descaling agent manufacturer's instructions. Suitable descalers can be obtained via our website or from our after-sales service (a page 1).

Information on the display panel depending on model

§: ³Å Turn the (cold water) tap on fully;

supply hose kinked/trapped; water pressure too low; service, clean the filter a page 10,

§: ³µ Detergent solution pump blocked; service, clean the detergent solution pump

a page 10. Drainage hose/waste pipe blocked; service, clean the drainage hose at the siphon a page 10.

§: ´ Water in the base tub, appliance leaking. Turn off the tap. Call the after-sales service.

s Childproof lock active; Deactivating a page 5.

Other displays

Switch off the appliance, wait for 5 seconds and switch it back on again. If the display appears again, call the after-sales service.

– Risk of electric shock.Disconnect the mains plug. – Risk of explosion. No solvents.

Maintenance

Detergent solution pump

Turn the programme selector to Off and disconnect the mains plug.

1. Remove the service flap for detergent solution pump.

2. Carefully unscrew the pump cover (residual water).

3. Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housing (the impeller in

the detergent solution pump must rotate).

4. Replace the pump cover and screw it tightly.

5. Place the service flap back.

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 Udpumpning (Empty) programme.

Drainage hose at the siphon

Turn the programme selector to Off and disconnect the mains plug.

1. Loosen the hose clamp, carefully remove the drainage hose

(residual water).

2. Clean the drainage hose and siphon connecting piece.

3. Reattach the drainage hose and secure the connection with the hose

clamp.

Filter in the water supply

Risk of electric shock

Do not immerse the HydroSafe safety device in water (contains an electric valve).

Reduce the water pressure in the supply hose:

1. Turn off the tap.

2. Select any programme (except Centrifugering (Spin)c/ Udpumpning (Empty) ).

3. Select Start . Let the programme run for approximately 40 seconds.

4. Turn the programme selector to Off. Disconnect the mains plug.

5. Clean the filter:

Disconnect the hose from the tap. Clean the filter using a small brush.

and/or for Standard and Aqua-Secure models:

Remove the hose on the rear of the appliance, Remove the filter with pliers and clean.

6. Connect the hose and check the leak tightness of the connection points.

– Risk of scalding. Allow the

detergent solution to cool down.

– Turn off the tap.

What to do if ...

Water is leaking out. – Attach/replace the drainage hose correctly.

– Tighten the screw connection of the supply hose.

No water supply. Detergent not dispensed.

– Start  not selected? – Tap not turned on? – Filter blocked? Clean the filter a page 10. – Supply hose kinked or trapped?

Washing machine door cannot be opened.

– Safety function active. Wait approx. 2 minutes.

Programme does not start.

– Start  selected? – Washing machine door closed?

Detergent solution is not drained.

– Clean the detergent solution pump a page 10. – Clean the waste pipe and/or drainage hose.

Water not visible in the drum.

– Not a fault - water below the visible area.

Unsatisfactory spin result. Laundry wet/too damp.

– Not a fault - the unbalanced-load detection system has cancelled

the spin cycle because of uneven distribution of the laundry. Distribute small and large items of laundry evenly inside the drum.

Spin cycle performed several times.

– Not a fault - unbalanced load detection system adjusts the

imbalance.

Residual water in the compartment ~cfor care products.

– Not a fault - the action of the care product is not affected. – Clean the insert if necessary –> page 9.

Odour formation in the washing machine.

– Run programme Bomuld (Cottons) 90 °C without laundry. Use

standard detergent.

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 ½ litre of water and pour into compartment II (not with outdoor or down fabrics).

– Reduce the detergent dosage for the next wash cycle.

Intense noise formation, vibrations and “wandering” during the spin cycle.

– Are the appliance feet fixed?

Secure the appliance feet a Installation instructions.

– Transportation safety devices removed?

Remove the transportation safety devices a Installation instructions.

Indicator lamps do not function during operation.

– Power cut? – Fuses triggered? Reset/change the fuses. – If the fault occurs repeatedly, call the after-sales service.

Programme sequence longer than usual.

– Not a fault - unbalanced load detection system adjusts

imbalance by repeatedly distributing the laundry.

– Not a fault - foam detection system active - adds an additional

rinse cycle.

Detergent residues on the laundry.

– Occasionally, phosphate-free detergents contain water-insoluble

residues.

– Select Skyl (Rinse) or brush the laundry after washing. If you cannot correct a fault yourself or a repair is required: – Turn the programme selector to Off and remove the mains plug from the socket. – Turn off the water supply and call the after-sales service a Installation instructions.

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