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Your new washing machine Display rules : Warning! You have chosen a Siemens washing machine. This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly dangerous Please take a few minutes to read and situation. Not heeding the warning can become familiar with the advantages of cause death or injuries.
Intended use Intended use For private domestic use only. ■ I n t e n d e d u s e The washing machine is suitable for ■ washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool in detergent solution. To be operated with cold mains ■...
Safety instructions If you lean on the washing Safety instructions ■ machine door when it is open, the washing machine Electrical safety may tip over and cause S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s injuries.
Safety instructions Safety for children Warning Risk of poisoning! Warning Detergents and care products Danger of death! may be poisonous if If children play with the washing consumed. machine, they may get into life- Keep detergents and care threatening situations or injure products out of the reach of themselves.
Environmental protection Information on energy and water ■ Environmental consumption: ~ Page 12 The displays provide information protection about the relative level of energy and water consumption in the selected Packaging/used appliance programmes. E n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n The more display segments are Dispose of packaging in an visible, the higher the respective...
Main points in brief Main points in brief M a i n p o i n t s i n b r i e f Plug into the mains. Open the washing Sort the laundry. To switch on, press Turn on the tap. machine door.
Getting to know the appliance Getting to know the appliance Washing machine G e t t i n g t o k n o w t h e a p p l i a n c e Service flap Detergent drawer with illuminated displays for the i-Dos dispenser on the drawer handle ~ Page 31...
Getting to know the appliance Control panel All the buttons are sensitive Buttons Note: (except for the main switch) and only Child lock. 3 sec. (Sicurezza need to be pressed lightly. bambini 3 Sec.) for activating/ deactivating the childproof lock ~ Page 29 Main switch for switching the washing...
Getting to know the appliance Display panel Main menu after selecting the programme e.g. Easy-care (Sintetici) The arrows on the display panel indicate in which direction the programme default settings can be changed using the buttons located above and below. To change, select the button under the programme highlighted in black and change the programme.
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Getting to know the appliance Options (Opzioni Ö) button selected Basic Settings 3 Sec. (Impostazioni 3 Sec.) buttons selected and select, for example, the Rinse Hold ($) option: Change the appliance setting: e.g. volume of the end signal ~ Page 35 Using the buttons under the two left- hand arrows, select the option.
Laundry Some examples of soiling levels can Laundry be found on ~ Page 15 – Light: Do not prewash, select the P repare the laundry turboWash ( setting if L a u n d r y necessary Caution! – Normal Damage to the appliance/fabrics –...
Detergent Saving energy and detergent Detergent For light and normal soiling, you can C orrect selection of detergent save energy (lower washing D e t e r g e n t temperature) and detergent. The care label is crucial for selecting the correct detergent, temperature and Saving Soiling/note...
Overview of programmes Overview of programmes Programmes on the programme selector O v e r v i e w o f p r o g r a m m e s Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings Name of the programme Max. load Brief explanation of the programme and for which fabrics it is Temperature that can be selected;...
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Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings Mixed Fabrics(Mix) 4 kg Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics ¯ - 40 °C 0 - 1600** rpm ¦, (, !, l, Ã, æ, õ, $, ç Detergent è, fabric softener è Delicates / silk (Delicati / Seta) 2 kg Delicate, washable fabrics, e.g.
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Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings Dark Wash (capiScuri) 3.5 kg Dark-coloured cottons and dark-coloured easy-care fabrics; ¯ - 40 °C Turn items inside-out before washing. 0 - 1200** rpm ¦, (, !, l, Ã, æ, õ, $, ç Detergent è, fabric softener è...
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Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings Shirts / Blouses (Camicie) Max. 2 kg Non-iron shirts or blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres or ¯ - 60 °C blended fabrics 0 - 800** rpm Notes ¦, (, !, l, Ã, æ, õ, $, ç Shirts/blouses are only given a short spin on the ■...
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Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings Drum clean 0 kg Programme for cleaning and caring for the drum and the outer tub, 80, 90 °C e.g. before running the first wash cycle, if washing frequently at a 1200 rpm low temperature (40 °C or lower) or if an odour has developed after a prolonged period of non-use.
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Overview of programmes Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings Textileguard * Max. 1 kg Wash cycle followed by waterproofing of membrane-coated ¯ - 40 °C weatherproof and outdoor clothing or water-resistant fabrics 0 - 800** rpm Select a programme. ¦, (, l, Ã, $, ç Add special detergent for outdoor clothing to Detergent -, fabric softener - compartment À...
Programme default settings Programme/Type of laundry/Instructions Settings Auto. Intensive * Max. 6 kg More intensive treatment of the laundry; 60 °C The degree of soiling and the type of fabric are automatically 1400** rpm detected and the washing sequence and intelligent dosing are $, ç...
Programme default settings Spin speed After starting the programme , you can change the preselected number of (Centrifuga) hours as follows: Press the Ü button. Depending on what stage the Use the Finished in button to programme is in, you can change the change the number of hours.
Additional programme settings/options Pre-wash * Additional programme settings/options Settings that can be selected: (* depending on the on – off model) For heavily soiled laundry. The settings/options that are available Notes A d d i t i o n a l p r o g r a m m e s e t t i n g s / o p t i o n s depend on the model.
Operating the appliance Less Ironing * Rinse Hold * (æ) Settings that can be selected: Settings that can be selected: on – off on – off Reduces creasing thanks to a special The washing remains in the water after spin sequence followed by fluffing and the last rinse cycle.
Press the # button. The appliance is settings. switched on. Change the programme The Siemens logo appears on the display and all indicator lamps light up. default settings The Cottons programme set at the You can use or change the default factory is then always displayed.
Individual laundry Additional programme settings/options items may cause an unbalanced ~ Page 25 load. Wait until the Siemens logo no ■ Placing laundry into the drum longer appears before adding laundry. The load screen appears when the Warning ■...
Operating the appliance Start the programme Note: Foam detection If Foam has been detected also Make sure that no items of laundry are appears on the display panel, the trapped between the door and the washing machine has detected too rubber seal, and close the door.
Operating the appliance Adding laundry For programmes at low temperatures: Press the Ü button. After starting the programme, you can Select Spin or Drain . add or remove laundry if necessary. Press the Ü button. Press the Ü button to do this. Programme end during rinse The Ü...
Intelligent dosing system Notes Do not leave any items of laundry in ■ the drum. They may shrink in the next wash or discolour another item. Remove any foreign objects from the ■ drum and the rubber gasket – risk of rusting.
Intelligent dosing system The display lights up if intelligent Filling the dispensers: ■ dosing is selected for the The dispenser covers in the detergent corresponding dispenser: drawer are marked with the following – ô for dispenser ß (detergent), symbols: – for the i I ô illuminated display for the combined compartment ß...
Intelligent dosing system Below is an example of detergent Topping up the detergent/ fabric dosages on a packaging label: softener: If, while intelligent dosing is selected, Degree of the respective illuminated display soiling → flashes and there is corresponding Water information on the display panel, this hardness ↓...
Intelligent dosing system Dispenser content Manual dosage for i-Dos i I ô In addition to intelligent dosing, you can manually add cleaning aids (e.g. Instead of fabric softener, a second softener, bleach or stain remover) to liquid detergent can be used in the compartment À...
Appliance settings Dosing and adding detergent: Info: Drum cleaning ■ on – off Pull out the detergent drawer. This instruction reminds you to carry out a drum cleaning programme. Dispenser content: ■ i-Dos i I ô content Fabric softener - detergent Select/change the dispenser content.
Sensors Dosing recommendation Sensors The dosing recommendation indicates a A utomatic load sensing recommended detergent dosage as a S e n s o r s percentage, depending on the selected Depending on the type of fabric and programme and the detected load. The load, the automatic load sensing indicated % refers to the dosing function optimally adjusts the water...
Cleaning and maintenance i-Dos detergent draw and its Prevent detergent residue from building up and odours from forming housing by following these instructions: Emptying the dispensers: Notes The dispensers have emptying Ensure the room in which the ■ outlets with removable sealing plugs washing machine is set up is well at the front.
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Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning the dispensers/detergent drawer: The detergent drawer can be removed completely to allow you to clean to dispensers after you have emptied them. a) Empty the dispensers before removing the drawer. – Protect the rear drawer connector Only put the drawer handle Note: against water, detergent or fabric-...
Cleaning and maintenance The drain pump is blocked, emergency draining Warning Risk of scalding! When you wash at high temperatures, the water gets very hot. If you come into contact with the hot water, you may be Put the service flap back on, lock it into place and close it.
Faults and what to do about them. Filter in the water supply Faults and what to do blocked about them. First, reduce the water pressure in the Emergency release supply hose: F a u l t s a n d w h a t t o d o a b o u t t h e m . Turn off the tap.
Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Display Cause/remedy Re-fill the i The i-Dos dispensers are below the minimum fill level; top up ~ Page 32. -Dos i I ô , ô dispenser i-Dos i I ô, set i-Dos i I ô...
Faults and what to do about them. Display Cause/remedy Drum care This instruction reminds you to carry out the Drum clean 90 °C programme information: or a 60 °C programme to clean and care for the drum and the outer tub. Notes Run the programme without laundry.
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Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/remedy Water is not visible in the Not a fault – the water is below the visible area. drum. The spin result is not Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system has interrupted the spin ■...
After-sales service Faults Cause/remedy In the "Reload" status, Ü The water level is too high. It is not possible to add laundry. Close the door ■ flashes very quickly and a immediately, if necessary. signal sounds. Press the Ü button to continue the programme. ■...
Consumption rates Consumption rates Energy and water consumption, programme duration and C o n s u m p t i o n r a t e s residual moisture for the main washing programmes (approximate values) Programme Load Energy Water Programme consumption* consumption*...
Technical data Efficiency test programmes for cotton fabrics The following programmes (standard programmes, indicated by ü) are suitable for cleaning normally soiled cotton fabrics and are the most efficient with respect to combined energy and water consumption. Standard programmes for Cottons in accordance with the (EU) directive no. 1015/2010 Programme + temperature + button Load Approximate programme...
Positioning and connecting In addition, a hose clamp (24 - 40 mm diameter, available from specialist dealers) is required to connect the water drain hose to a siphon. Useful tools Spirit level for aligning ■ Spanner with: ■ – WAF13 for loosening the transport braces, and –...
Positioning and connecting Installing the appliance in a Notes In addition to the safety information kitchenette ■ listed here, the local water and electricity supplier may have special Warning requirements. Danger of death! If in doubt, have the appliance ■ There is a risk of electric shock if you connected by a specialist.
Positioning and connecting Take the hoses out of the holders. Hose and cable lengths Left-hand connection ■ Unscrew and remove all four transport brace screws. Remove the sleeves. To do this, remove the mains cable from the holders. Right-hand connection ■...
Positioning and connecting Water inlet Optimum water pressure in the supply network Warning At least 100 kPa (1 bar) Danger of death! Maximum 1000 kPa (10 bar) There is a risk of electric shock if you When the tap is open, the water flow touch live components.
Positioning and connecting Water outlet Connection Drainage into a washbasin Warning ■ Risk of scalding! When you are washing at high temperatures, there is a risk of scalding if you come into contact with hot water (e.g. when draining hot water into a washbasin).
Positioning and connecting Levelling Notes The mains voltage and voltage ■ Align the appliance using a spirit level. indicated on the washing machine (rating plate) are the same. Incorrect alignment may result in loud The connected load and fuse noises, vibrations and machine required are specified on the rating "movement".
Positioning and connecting Before washing for the first time The washing machine was thoroughly tested before leaving the factory. To remove any water that may be left over from the test, run the first wash cycle without any laundry. Notes The washing machine must be ■...
Positioning and connecting Transportation Installing the transport braces: Remove the covers and keep them E.g. when moving house in a safe place. Use a screwdriver if necessary. Caution! Risk of damage to the appliance caused by detergent/fabric softener leaking from the dispensers. Leaking detergent/fabric softener can prevent the appliance from working correctly, e.g.
Aqua-Stop warranty Aqua-Stop warranty Only for appliances with Aqua-Stop A q u a - S t o p w a r r a n t y In addition to warranty claims against the vendor based on the purchase agreement and to our appliance warranty, we will provide compensation under the following conditions: If water damage is caused due to a...
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01450 2655 (0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute.) You can find the contact information for all countries in the attached after-sales service directory. BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34 81739 München GERMANY siemens-home.com *9001056179* 9001056179 (9507)