Siemens WM12S423GR Instruction Manual

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c:c-90 °C žƚƥơƤƟ.

(temp. °C)

Select the temperature (: = cold)

cc-1200* ƈƨƱƬƞơƤ

(rpm)

Select the spin speed (* depending on the model) or  (Rinse Hold = nofinal spin,

laundry remains in the water after the final rinse,--- appears in the display panel).

1 - 24 h ŰƨƤƞơƤ Ƨƚ:

(Finished in)

Programme ends after ...

Status indicators Programme sequence indicators:

ütüümüücü-¯- Wash, rinse, spin, programme duration or end (- ¯-)

üsChildlocka page 5

ür

Open the washing machine door, add laundry apage 4, 5

Programme selector

Display panel /

options buttons

Start/
Reload

Additional functions

Sorting and loading the laundry

Follow the manufacturer's care information.

Sort according to the information on the care labels.

Sort according to type, colour, soiling and temperature.

Do not exceed the maximum load a page 7.

Observe the important information apage 9.

Insert items of laundry of varying sizes.

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

machine door and the rubber seal.

Adding detergent and care products

Measure accordingly:

Amount of laundry, level of soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply company) and

manufacturer's instructions.

Models without insert for liquid detergent:

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

During operation: Open the detergent drawer with care.

Individual settings

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Audible signal

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ŜƎƂƑƏƈ/ŲƂƝƓƈ (Start/Reload)

For starting the programme or topping up additional laundry, and for activating/deactivating the childlock.

2. Set the volume
for ...

Set to

1 step, the
display panel
lights up

Press and hold

+

1 step, release

Set to 

skip

Button signals

Information signals

Set the
volume*

1 step Set the

volume*

* you may need to
select the function
several times.

1. Activating the
mode for setting the
signal volume

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¢





Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model), page 10

Compartment II: detergent for main wash,

water softener, bleach, stain remover

Your washing machine Intended use

Contents Page

ʔIn tended use .................................................................................. ........................................1

ʔProgr ammes ........................................................................ ..................................................1

ʔSett ing and adjusting the programme ............................................................................. 3

ʔWash ing ..................................................................................... .........................................3/4

ʔAfter w ashing ..... ................................................................................................................... 4

ʔIn dividual settings ............................................................................................................ 5/6

ʔOv erview of programmes .......... ......................................................................................... 7

ʔSafety in structions ................................................................................................................ 8

ʔCo nsumption values .... ........................................................................................................ 8

ʔImpor tant information ......................................................................................................... 9

ʔIn sert for liquid detergent ......................................................... ........................................10

ʔCar e ........................ ...............................................................................................................10

ʔIn formation on the display panel ....................................................................................10

ʔIn structions for blockages ................................................................................. ...............11

ʔWha t to do if............................................................................................................ ......12/13

ʔEmergen cy release....................... ......................................................................................13

ʔAfter- sales service................................................. ..............................................................13

Environmental protection/Conservation tips

– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of laundry for the relevant

programme.

– Wash laundry with normal soi ling without a pre-wash.
– Instead of

ŸƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ(Cottons) 90 °C, select the Ÿ ƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ(Cottons) 60 °C

programme andth e additional ¢ e co Perfect function. Comparable cleaning

result with significantly lower energy consumption.

– Measure the detergent accordin g to the manufacturer's instructions and water

hardness.

– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select the appropriate spin speed

according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer

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Preparation

Before washing for the first time

Run a wash cycle without any laundry a pa ge 9

Set** and adjust the programme

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Washing

Compartment~: fabric so ftener, starch

Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wash

ʔFor domestic use only

ʔFor machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool in detergent

solution

ʔTo be operated with cold drinking water and commercially-available

detergents and care products that are suitable for use in washing
machines.

– Do not leave children unattended near the washin g machine!
– The washing machine is not to be used by child ren or persons

not familiar with the operating instructions!

– Keep pets away from the washing machine.

Dilute thick fabric softener and care products with water.
This prevents blockages.

Detergent drawer

with compartments I, II, ~

Control panel

Washing machine
door handle

Service flap

Washing machine door

Install correctly, according to the separate
installation instructions.

Check the machine

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

Connect the mains plug

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

Turn the tap on

**If the s symbol is lit in the display

panel, Childlock active aDeactivate it,

page 5.

Additional functions and options buttons

aIndividual settings, page 5

Press ŜƎƂƑƏƈ/ŲƂƝƓſ

(Start/Reload)

Washing

End of programme when ...

...the ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƆƖƱƧƜ(Start/Reload) butto n is off and – ¯ – appears in

the display panel.

If the display panel light is off, press any button a Energy

saving mode, page 5.

Cancelling the programme

Programmes at high temperatures:

– Cool laundry: Select ƄƒƗƘ ƖƠơƖ/ƌƬƵưƢƥƨc(Rinse/Spin).

– Select ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload).

Programmes at low temperatures:

– Press the ƈƖƛƜƚƤƥƚ/ƈƨƱƬƞơƤc(Rinse/Spin) button (deactivate the

ŰƣƨƥƖƣƒƗƘ. (Extra Rinse) button) or ŮƢƨƠƜƧƜ ƢƚƥƤƱ (Drain).

– Select ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload).

Change the programme, if...

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

– Press ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload) button. The new programme

startsfrom the be ginning.

Top up laundry, if ... a page 5

... ŴƦƚƩƧƠ/ƆƖƱƧƜ (Start/Reload) is pressed and then both of the

§+ rsymbols are lit in the display. If ǯ is lit, the washing

machine door cannot be opened.

Select the ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload) button.

Individual settings

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Options buttons

The spin speed and temperature can be changed either before or while the selected programme runs. The effect this has
will depend on how far the programme has already run.

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ŪƆƑƍƐƋ. (Temperature)

You can change the displayed washing temperature. The maximum washing temperature that c an be selected depends
on the programme that has been set.

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ŴƔƝƘƊƍƐ (Spin speed in rpm) / c(Rinse Hold = no Final spin)

You can change the spin speed shown or select c(Rinse Ho ld = no Final spin, laundry remains in the water after the

last rinse, --- appears in the display panel.) You can change the spin speed shown. The maximum selectable spin speed

depends on the model and on which programme is currently selected.

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ŜƔƐƊƍƐƓ Ɔ:(Finished in)

When you select the programme, the relevant programme duration is displayed. You can delay the start of the programme
before it begins. The "Finished in" time can be set in increments of one hour up to a ma ximum of 24 hours. Press the

ŰƨƤƞơƤƧƚ: (Finished in) button repeatedly until the desired number of hours is displayed (h = hour).

PressŰƢƖƥƣƜ /ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload).

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Additional functions a and overview of programmes, page 7

ispeed Perfect For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to that of the standard

programme. Maximum load aOverview of programmes, page 7.

¢eco Perfec t

For saving energy with a washing performance comparable to that of the standard
programme.

ƁƞƘưƨ.ƨƧƖƠƑƟƭơƖ

(Reduced ironing)

Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin at reduced speed.
Residual moisture in the laundry is increased slightly.

ŰƣƨƥƖƣƒƗƘ.

(Extra Rinse)

Additional rinse cycle. For areas with very soft water or for further enhancing the washin g
result.

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Childlock

süin 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 ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload)

for approx. 5 seconds.
Note: The childlock can remain activated until you start the next programme, even after
switching off the machine.
Then you can deactivate the childlock before starting the programme and activate it again
as necessary once the programme has started.
Note:

– The s symbolis lit: Childlock active.

– The s symbolflashes: Childlock active and then the programme sele ctor is altered.

To prevent the programme from stopping, move the programme selector back to the

original programme, the s symbol is lit again.

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Reload

§+ orü

in the display panel

If you want to add additional items of laundry after the programme has started, press the

ŴƦƚƩƧƠ/ƆƖƱƧƜ (Start/Reload)button. The machi ne checks whether topping up laundry

is possible.

§+ r are lit: Topping up laundry is possib le.

ǯ

flashing: Wait until §+ r are lit.

Note: Only open the washing machine door when both the § +r symbols are lit.

ǯ: It is not possible to top-up washing.

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

ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload) button.

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Energy saving mode

If the washing machine is switched on and is not operated for several minutes before the programme starts or at the end

of the programme, the display panel light goes out and the ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƆƖƱƧƜ (Start/Reload) button flashes.

Press any button to turn the light back on.

All buttons are sensitive and need only
to be touched lightly.

Press and hold the ŰƨƤƞơƤƧƚ:



(Finished in) option button for an auto­matic run through all setting options.

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Programmes

Detailed overview of programmes a pa ge 7.

Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually,
depending on the selected programme and programme progress.

ŸƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ(Cottons) Hard-wearing fabrics

+ƊƩƴƤƭƫƠ (Pre-wash) Hard-wearing fabrics, pre-w ash at 30 °C

ŻƩƖƔƧƝƜƨƖ/ƈƩƢƝƚƨƞƟƑ

(Easy-care)

Easy-care fabrics

+ƊƩƴƤƭƫƠ (Pre-wash) Easy-care fabrics, pre-was h at 30 °C

ŷƢƑơƚƞƟƨƖ(Mixed fabrics) Different types of laundry

ƂƚƨƖƣƭƨƑ(Delicates/Silk) Delicate washable fabrics

dƂƑƠƠƞƢƖ (Wool) Hand/machine-washable wool

ƈƖƛƜƚƤƥƚ/ƌƬƵưƢƥƨ

(Rinse/Spin)

For laundry washed by hand, ŰƣƨƥƖƣƒƗƘ.

(Extra Rinse) button pressed; if only using the
spin cycle, deactivate the button

ŲƦƬƤƠƫƠƦƞƩƨƵ

(Drain)

Drain the rinsing water whenc(Rinse Hold =

no Final spin) is activated

ŹƥƓƘƤƥƤ 15' (SuperQuick) Super quick programme

Outdoor + ŷƙƞƖƗƥƤƫ.

(Outdoor+Impregnation)

All-weather, sportswear and outdoor clothing

apag e 9

ƆƤƩƟƑơƞƧƖ/

ƇƤƱƫƖƘƥƖƪƚƔƤƩ

(Shirts/Business)

Non-iron shirts

ŻƧƲƥƤƩƫƖ(Lingerie) Lingerie programme

ƀƤƩƥƨƔƢƚƦ(Curtains) Curtain s programme

ƈƟƤƩƥưƫƥƭơƖ/ Jeans

(Dark-coloureds)

Dark-coloured fabrics

Switching off

Turn the programme selector to Off.

Turning off the tap

Not required for HydroSafe modelsaRefer to Installation instructions.

Removing the washing

Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.

If (Rinse Hold = no Final spin) active: Set programme selector to

ŮƢƨƠƜƧƜƢƚƥƤƱ (Drain)or ƈƖƛƜƚƤƥƚ/ƈƨƱƬƞơƤc(Rinse/Spin)

(deactivate the ŰƣƨƥƖƣƒƗƘ. (Extra Rinse) b utton).

Select the spin speed if necessary.

SelectŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload).

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

so that any residual water can dry away.

Congratulations ä you have chosen a modern, high-quality domestic appliance

manufactured by Siemens. Thiswashing machine is distinguishe d by its economical
water and energy consumption.
Each machine that leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly to ensure that it functions
properly and is in perfect condition.

For more information on our products, accessories, replacement parts and services, see
our websitewww. siemens-home.com or contact our after-sales service centres.

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

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Overview of programmes aCheck the consumption values table on page 8 and the instructions on page 9.

* Reduced load when using the additional i speed Pe rfect function.

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As a short programme,ŷƢƑơƚƞƟƨƖ (Mixed fabrics) 40 °C is ideal, when maximum spin speed is selected.

Programmes without pre-wash - add detergent to compartment II, programmes with pre-wash - divide the detergent betwe en compartments I and II.

Programmes °C max.

Type of laundry

Additional functions; options; information

ŸƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ(Cottons)

: - 90 °C

9 kg/

5 kg*

Hard-wearing fabrics, heat-resistant fabrics made of

cotton or linen

ispeed Perfect*, ¢ eco Perfect, ƁƞƘưƨ. ƨƧƖƠƑƟƭ ơƖ (Reduced ironing),

ŰƣƨƥƖƣƒƗƘ. (Extra Rinse), (Rinse Hold)

+ƊƩƴƤƭƫƠ (Pre-wash)

ŻƩƖƔƧƝƜƨƖ/ƈƩƢƝƚƨƞƟƑ

(Easy-care)

: - 60 °C

3.5 kg

Easy-care fabrics made of cotton, linen, synthetic

fibres or blended fabrics

ispeed Perfect, ¢ eco Perfect, ƁƞƘưƨ. ƨƧƖƠƑƟƭơ Ɩ (Reduced ironing),

ŰƣƨƥƖƣƒƗƘ. (Extra Rinse), (Rinse Hold)

+ƊƩƴƤƭƫƠ (Pre-wash)

ŷƢƑơƚƞƟƨƖ

(Mixedfabrics)

: - 40 °C Fabrics made of cotton or easy-care fabrics

ispeed Perfect,¢ eco Perfect, ƁƞƘưƨ. ƨƧƖƠƑƟƭơƖ (Reduced ironing), ŰƣƨƥƖƣƒƗƘ.

(Extra Rinse), (Rinse Hold); different types of laundry can be washed together

ƈƟƤƩƥưƫƥƭơƖ/ Jeans

(Dark-coloureds)

:c- 40 °C

Dark-coloured fabrics made of cotton and dark easy-

care fabrics

ispeed Perfect, ¢ eco Perfect, ƁƞƘưƨ. ƨƧƖƠƑƟƭơ Ɩ (Reduced ironing),

ŰƣƨƥƖƣƒƗƘ. (Extra Rinse), (Rinse Hold); reduced rinse + spin and final spin

ƀƤƩƥƨƔƢƚƦ(Curtains) :c- 40 °C

curtains weighing 3.5 kg, or light curtains measuring

25- 30 m²

ispeedPerfect, ¢ ecoPerfect, ŰƣƨƥƖ ƣƒƗƘ.(Extra Rinse), c(Rin se Hold);

reduced rinse + spin and final spin

ƆƤƩƟƑơƞƧƖ/

ƇƤƱƫƖƘƥƖƪƚƔƤƩ

(Shirts/Business)

:c- 40 °C

2 kg

Non-iron shirts made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres

or blended fabrics

ispeed Perfect, ¢ eco Perfect, ƁƞƘưƨ. ƨƧƖƠƑƟƭơ Ɩ (Reduced ironing),

ŰƣƨƥƖƣƒƗƘ. (Extra Rinse), (Rinse Hold); spin only, hang up to drip dry

ƂƚƨƖƣƭƨƑ

(Delicates/Silk)

: - 40 °C

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

synthetic fibres or blended fabrics

ispeed Perfect, ¢ eco Perfect, ƁƞƘưƨ. ƨƧƖƠƑƟƭơ Ɩ (Reduced ironing),

ŰƣƨƥƖƣƒƗƘ. (Extra Rinse), (Rinse Hold); no spin between rinse cycles

dƂƑƠƠƞƢƖ (Wool) : - 40 °C

Hand or machine-washable fabrics made of wool or

containing wool

 (Rinse Hold); Particularly gentle wash programme to prevent shrinkage of laundry.

Longer programme breaks (fabrics rest in the detergent solution)

ŹƥƓƘƤƥƤ 15'

(SuperQuick)

:c- 40 °C

Easy-care fabrics made of cotton, linen, synthetic

fibres or blended fabrics

 (Rinse Hold);

Short programme, approx. 15 minutes, suitable for lightly soiled laundry

Outdoor +

ŷƙƞƖƗƥƤƫ.

(Outdoor+Impregnation

:c- 40 °C

1 kg

Washing with subsequent waterproofing of all-

weather, sportswear and outdoor clothing, and cloth-

ing with a weatherproof membrane, waterproof fabrics

ispeed Perfect, ¢ eco Perfect, ŰƣƨƥƖ ƣƒƗƘ.(Extra Rinse);

For more information about waterproofing a page 9,

reduced final spin at intervals

ŻƧƲƥƤƩƫƖ

(Lingerie)

:c- 40 °C Dessous (Lingerie) ispeedPerfect, ¢ eco Perfect, ŰƣƨƥƖ ƣƒƗƘ.(Extra Rinse), c(R inse Hold)

Additional programmes ƄƒƗƘƖƠơƖ/ƈƨƱƬƞơƤ (Rinse/Spin) ,ŮƢƨƠƜƧƜ ƢƚƥƤƱ (Drain)

9112 / 9000726852

*726852*

WM12S423GR

Siemens Electrogeräte GmbH

Carl-Wery-Str. 34

81739 München / Germany

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Safety instructions

– Read the Instruction manual and Installati on instructions and all other information enclosed with the washing

machine and act accordingly.

– Retain the documents for subsequent us e.

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

– Only insert/pull out the mains plug with dry 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 mach ine door. This will prevent children from

locking themselves in and risking their lives.

Danger of suffocation – Keep pa ckaging, 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 machi ne door can become very hot.

– Be careful when draining hot detergent s olution.
– Do not climb onto the washing machi ne.
– Do not lean on the open washing mach ine door.
– Do not reach into the drum if it is still rotating.

Consumption values

Programme Load Power *** Water***

Programme
duration

***

ŸƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ (Cottons) 30 °C* 9 kg 0.37 kWh 81 l

2:38 h

ŸƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ (Cottons) 40 °C* 9 kg 0.93 kWh 80 l 2:48 h

ŸƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ (Cottons) 60 °C* 9 kg 1.22 kWh 82 l 2:48 h

ŸƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ (Cottons) 90 °C 9 kg 2.28 kWh 94 l 2:38 h

ŻƩƖƔƧƝƜƨƖ/ƈƩƢƝƚƨƞƟƑ (Easy-care) 40°C* 3.5 kg 0.55 kWh 55 l 1:43 h

ŷƢƑơƚƞƟƨƖ (Mixed fabrics) 40 °C* 3.5 kg 0.47 kWh 49 l 1:01 h

ƂƚƨƖƣƭƨƑ (Delicates/Silk) 30 °C 2 kg 0.14 kWh 33 l 0:41 h

dƂƑƠƠƞƢƖ (Wool) 30 °C 2 kg 0.16 kWh 40 l 0:40 h

* Progra mme setting for testing in accordance with applicable standard EN60456.

Note on comparative tests: When using the test programmes, wash the specified load using the maximum spin speed.

Programme

Additional
function

Load

Annual energy
consumption

Annual water
consumption

ŸƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ (Cottons) 40/60 °C ¢eco Perfect** 9/4.5 kg 216 kWh 12100 l

** Programme setting for testing and energy labelling in accordance with EU directive 2010/30/EU with cold water (15 °C).

***The values deviate from the indicated values depending on water pressure, hardnes s, and inlet temperature, ambient

temperature, type, amount and soiling of the laundry, detergent used, fluctuations in the power supply and selected
additional functions.

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Important information

Before washing for the first time

Do not put any laundry in the machine. Turn the tap on. Pour the following into compartment II:
–appr ox. 1 litre water
– detergent (dosage according to the manufactur er's instructions for light soiling and according to water hardness)

Turn the programme selector to ŻƩƖƔƧƝƜƨƖ/ƈƩƢƝƚƨƞƟƑ (Easy-care) 60 °C and press ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload).

At the end of the programme, turn the programme selector to Off.

Protecting the laundry and the machine

– When determining the dosage of all washing pow ders, additives and cleaning agents, you must follow 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 la undry bag.

Loading laundry

Load items of laundry of varying sizes.
Take care not to trap items of laundry between the washing machine door and the rubber seal.

Laundry with varying degrees of soiling

Wash new items of clothing separately.

light Do not pre-wash. If required, select the additionaispeed Perfect function.

Pretreat any stains as necessary.

heavy Do not load as much laundry. Select the program with pre-wash.

Soaking Load laundry of the same colour.

–Pour s oaking agent/detergent into compartment II in accordance with the manufacturer 's instructions.

–Turn the programme selector to ŸƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ (Cottons) 30 °C and press ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload).

–After approx. 10 minutes, press ŴƦƚƩƧƠ/ƆƖƱƧƜ (Start/Reload) to stop the programme.

–Once the required soaking time has elapsed, press ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload) again to continue the

programme, or change to a different programme.

Starching Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener

Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour starch into the ~ fabric softener

compartment in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions (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 mac hine for bleaching clothes.

Outdoor + ţƅƊƂƃƑƐƗ. Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener.

(Outdoor+Impregnation) Clean the detergent drawer thoroughly to remove fabric softener resi due.

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 compa rtment II an d

2. pour waterproofing agent (max. 170 ml) into compartmen t ~.

Move the programme selector to Outdoor + ŷƙƞƖƗƥƤƫ. (Outdoor+Impregnation). Set the temperature.

Press ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload). Final treatment of the laundry in accordance with the manufacturer's

instructions.

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Insert for liquid detergent depending on model

Position the insert for dispensing liquid detergent:
–Remo ve the detergent drawer completely

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page 10.

– Slide the insert forwards.
Do not use the insert (slide upwards):
– for gel detergents and washing powder,

–for pr ogrammes with + ƆƥưƠƩƧƜ (Pre-wash) or option ŰƨƤƞơƤ Ƨƚ: (Finished in).

Care

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Machine housing, control panel

– Remove detergent residue immediately.
– Wipe 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 com pletely.

2. To remove the insert: press the insert upward s from below with your finger.

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

4. Fit 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.

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Drum

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

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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 13).

Information on the display panel depending on model

r flashing Close the washing mach ine door properly; laundry may be caught.

§:³Å,ÉO pen the (cold water) tap completely, supply hose kinked or trapped; Clean the filter

a

page 11,

water pressure too low.

§:³µ– Detergent solution pump blocked; Clean the detergent solution pump

a

page 11.

– Drainage hose/waste pipe blocked; Clean the drainage hose at the siphon

a

page 11.

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

sChildproof lock activated: to deactivate apage 5.

Other displays Switch off the ap pliance, wait for 5 seconds and switch it back on. If the display appears again,

call the after-sales service

a

page 13.

– R isk of electric shock! Disconnect the mains plug.
– R isk of explosion! No solvents.

11

Information about blockages

Detergent solution pump

Turn the programme selector to Off and disconnect the main s plug.

1. Open and remove the service flap.

2. Take the drainage hose out of the retainer.

Remove the sealing cap, allow the detergent solution to flow out.
Push the sealing cap back on.

3. Unscrew the pump cover carefully (residual water ).

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

solutionpump must be able to rotate).

5. Replace the pump cover and screw it on tightly . The handle points upright. Replace the

drainage hose in the holder.

6. Refit the service flap and close it.

To prevent unused detergent from flowing straight into the drain during the next wash:

Pour 1litre of water into compartment II and start programme ŮƢƨƠƜƧƜƢƚƥƤƱ (Drain).

Drainage hose at the siphon

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

1. Loosen the hose clamp, remove the drainage h ose carefully (residual water).

2. Clean the drainage hose and siphon connecti ng 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 (it contains an electric valve).

Reduce the water pressure in the supply hose:

1. Turn off the tap.

2. Select any programme (except ƈƖƛƜƚƤƥƚ/ƌƬƵưƢƥƨ (Rinse/Spin)// ŲƦƬƤƠƫƠƦƞƩƨ Ƶ(Drain)).

3. Press ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload). Let the program me run for approximately 40 seconds.

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

Clean the filter:

5. Disconnect the hose from the tap.

Clean the filter with a small brush.

and/orfor Standard an d Aqua-Secure models:
Remove the hose from the back of the appliance,
Remove the filter using pliers and clean the filter.

6. Connect the hose and check for leaks.

Risk of scalding

– Allow the detergent solution to cool down.
– Turn off the tap.

12

What to do if...

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

– Tighten the screw connection of the supp ly hose.

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No water supply.
Detergent not dispensed.

–ŰƢƖ ƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload) not pressed?

– Tap not turned on?
–Fi lter blocked? Clean the filter

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page 11.

– Supply hose kinked or trapped?

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Washing machine door cannot
be opened.

–Safe ty function active. Programme stopped? apage 4.

– (Rinse Hold = no final spin) selected?

a

page3, 4.

–Ca n be opened by emergency release only?

a

page 13.

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Programme does not start. –ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload) pressed or ŰƨƤƞơƤ Ƨƚ:(Finished in) time selected?

– Washing machine door closed?
–Ch ildlock active? Deactivate

a

page 5.

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Detergent solution does not
drain.

– (Rinse Hold = no final spin) selected?

a

page 3, 4.

–Clea n the detergent solution pump

a

page 11.

– Clean the waste pipe and/or drainage hose.

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Water not visible in the drum. – Not a fault - water below the visible area.

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Spin result not satisfactory.
Laundry wet/too damp.

– Not a fault - the unbalanced-load detection system interrupted spinning, uneven

laundry distribution.
Distribute large and small items of laundry evenly in the drum.

–Ɓ ƞƘưƨ.ƨƧƖƠƑƟƭơƖ (Reduced ironing) selected?

a

page 5.

–Speed selected too low?

a

page 5.

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The programme duration
changes during the washing
cycle.

– Not a fault - the programme sequence is optimised for the relevant washing

process. This can cause changes in the programme duration in the display panel.

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Drum spins gently several
times.

– Not a fault - unbalanced-load detection s ystem is adjusting the imbalance.

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Residual water in the ~

compartment for care products.

– Not a fault - the action of the care produ ct is not affected.
–Clea n the insert if necessary

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page 10.

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Odours in the washing machine.– Run programme ŸƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ (Cottons) 90 °C without laundry. Use standard

detergent.

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Status display³tflashing.

Detergent may escape from the
detergent drawer.

–To o much detergent used?

Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric softener with ½ litre of water and pour into
compartment II (not for outdoor or down fabrics).

– Reduce the detergent dosage for the next wash cycle.

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Loud spinning, vibrations and
“walking” during the spin cycle.

–Are th e appliance feet fixed?

Secure appliance feet

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Installation instructions.

–Tra nsportation safety devices removed?

Remove transportation safety devices

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Installation instructions.

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Noises during spinning and
draining.

–Clea n the detergent solution pumpapage 11.

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Display panel/indicator lamps
do not function during
operation.

– Power cut?
– Circuit breakers tripped or fuses blown? R eset the circuit breakers or change

the fuses.
– Energy saving mode active?
– If the fault occurs repeatedly, call the after -sales service.

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Programme sequence longer
than usual.

– Not a fault - unbalanced-load detection s ystem is adjusting the imbalance by

repeatedly redistributing the laundry.
– Not a fault - foam detection system acti ve - adds an additional rinse cycle.

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There is detergent residue on
the laundry.

– Occasionally, phosphate-free detergent s contain water-insoluble residues.

–Selec t ƄƒƗƘƖƠơƖ/ƌƬƵưƢƥƨc(Rins e/Spin) or brush out the laundry after washing.

13

What to do if...

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In reload mode,

ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƆƖƱƧƜ(Start/Reload)

flashes very quickly and a signal
sounds

– Water level too high. Not possible to add more laundry. Close the washing machine

door immediately if necessary.

–To continue the programme, press ŰƢƖƥƣƜ/ƊƚƵƫƠ (Start/Reload).

If you cannot correct a fault yourself (switching on/off) or a repair is required:

–Tur n the programme selector to Off and remo ve the mains plug from the socket.

–Tur n off the tap and call the after-sales service apage 13.

Emergency release e.g. in the event of a power cut

The programme continues when the power supply is restored. However, if the laundry has to be removed, the washing
machine door can be opened as follows:

Risk of scalding!

The detergent solution and laundry may be hot. If possible, leave to cool down.
Do not reach into the drum if it is still rotating.
Do not open the washing machine door if water can be seen through the glass.

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

2. Drain the detergent solution apage 11.

3. Pull the emergency release downwards with a tool and release.

Washing machine door can then be opened.

After-sales service

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If you cannot remedy the fault yourself (What to do if ..., apage 12, 13), contact our after-sales service. We will always

find a suitable solution to avoid unnecessary visits by repair personnel.

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The contact details of your nearest after-sales service can be found here or in the after-sales service directory
(model-dependent).

- 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

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Please give the after-sales service the product number (E-Nr.) and the production (FD) number of the appliance.

Product number Production number

This information can be found:
on the inside of the washing machine door*/opened service
flap* and rear of the appliance.
*model-dependent

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Trust the manufacturer's competence. Turn to us.
You will thereby ensure that the repairs are performed by trained service personnel equipped with original repair parts.

Instruction manual

Washing
machine

Observe the
safetyinstruction s
onpage 8.

Read these instructions and
the separate Installation instructions
before operating the washing machine.

en

1 2

c:c- 90 °C žƚƥơƤƟ.

(temp. °C)

Select the temperature (:

cc- 1200* ƈƨƱƬƞơƤ

(rpm)

Select the spin speed (* depending on the mod el) or 

laundry remains in the water after the final rinse,

1 - 24 h ŰƨƤƞơƤƧƚ:

(Finished in)

Programme ends after ...

Status indicators Programme sequence indicators:

ütüümüücü- ¯- Wash, rinse, spin, programme durati on or end ( ¯

üsChildlock a 

ür

Open the washing machine door , add laundry a

Programme selector

Display panel /

options buttons

Additional functions

Close the washing machine door. Take c are not to tr

Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model), page 10

Compartment II: detergent for main wa sh,

water softener, bleach, stain remover

Your washing machine Intended use

Contents Page

ʔIntended us e ............................................................................................................ .............. 1

ʔProgrammes ................................................................................... ....................................... 1

ʔSetting and adj usting the programme ............................................................................. 3

ʔWashing .............................................................................................................. ................3/4

ʔAfter washing ........................... .......................................................................... ...................4

ʔIndividual settin gs .................................................................... ........................................5/6

ʔOverview of progr ammes ................................................................................................... 7

ʔSafety instruction s ................................................................................................................ 8

ʔConsumptio n values ............... ............................................................................................. 8

ʔImportant informa tion ...... ................................................................................................... 9

ʔInsert for liqui d detergent ..... ............................................................................................10

ʔCare .................................................. ..................................................................... ................10

ʔInformation on the display panel ............. .......................................................................10

ʔInstructions for blockages ................................ ................................................................1 1

ʔWhat to do if. ......................................................... ........................................................ 12/13

ʔEmergency release ............................................... ..............................................................13

ʔAfter-sales ser vice ...............................................................................................................13

Environmental protection/Conservation tips

– Alwa ys fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of laundry for the relevant

programme.
– Wa sh laundry with normal soiling without a pre-wash.
– Instead of

ŸƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ(Cottons) 90 °C, select the ŸƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ(Cottons) 60 °C

programme and the ad ditional ¢ eco Perfect function. Comparable cleaning

result with significantly lower energy con sumption.
– Measur e the detergent according to the manufacturer's instructions and water

hardness.
– If th e laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select the appropriate spin speed

according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer

.

Preparation

Compartment ~: fabric sof tener, starch

Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wa sh

ʔFor domestic use only

ʔFor machine- washable fabrics and hand-washable wool in detergent

solution

ʔTo be operated with cold drinking water and commer cially-available

detergents and care products that are suita ble 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 instruction s!

– Keep pets away from the washing machine.

Install correctly, according to the sepa rate
installation instructions.

Check the machine

– Never use a da maged machine.
– Inform t he after-sales service.

Connect the mains plug

– Ma ke sure your hands are dry.
– Ta ke hold of the plug only.

Turn the tap on

Programmes

Detailed overview of programmes apag e 7.

Temperature and spin speed can be sele cted individually,
depending on the selected programme an d programme progress.

ŸƖơƗƖƟƚƥƑ(Cottons) H ard-wearing fabrics

+ ƊƩƴƤƭƫƠ (Pre-wash) Hard-wearing fab rics, pre-wash at 30 °C

ŻƩƖƔƧƝƜƨƖ/ ƈƩƢƝƚƨƞƟƑ

(Easy-care)

Easy-care fabrics

+ ƊƩƴƤƭƫƠ (Pre-wash) Easy-care fabrics, pr e-wash at 30 °C

ŷƢƑơƚƞƟƨƖ(Mi xed fabrics) D ifferent types of laundry

ƂƚƨƖƣƭƨƑ( Delicates/Silk) Delicate washable fabrics

d ƂƑƠƠƞƢƖ(Wool) Hand/machine-washable wool

ƈƖƛƜƚƤƥƚ/ ƌƬƵưƢƥƨ

(Rinse/Spin)

For laundry washed by hand, ŰƣƨƥƖƣƒƗƘ.

(Extra Rinse) button pressed; if only using the
spin cycle, deactivate the button

ŲƦƬƤƠƫƠƦƞƩƨƵ

(Drain)

Drain the rinsing water when c(Rinse Hold =

no Final spin) is activated

ŹƥƓƘƤƥƤ 15' (SuperQuick) Supe r quick programme

Outdoor + ŷƙƞƖƗƥƤƫ.

(Outdoor+Impregnation)

All-weather, sportswear and outd oor clothing

apage 9

ƆƤƩƟƑơƞƧƖ/

ƇƤƱƫƖƘƥƖƪ

ƚƔƤƩ

(Shirts/Business)

Non-iron shirts

ŻƧƲƥƤƩƫƖ(L ingerie) Lingerie programme

ƀƤƩƥƨƔƢƚƦ(Curtains) Curtains programme

ƈƟƤƩƥưƫƥƭơƖ/ Jeans

(Dark-coloureds)

Dark-coloured fabrics

Congratulations ä you have chosen a modern, high-quality domestic appliance

manufactured by Siemens. This was hing machine is distinguished by its economical
water and energy consumption.
Each machine that leaves our factory is in spected thoroughly to ensure that it functions
properly and is in perfect condition.

For more information on our products, accessories, replacement parts and services, see
our website www.siemens-home.com or c ontact our after-sales service centres.

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