1 2 3 4 5
6
End of programme when ...
... Start/Reloadflashes and - ¯- appears on the display panel.
Note: If display panel lighting is switched off, press any button
a Energy
saving mode, page 5.
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing : Select Rinse/Spin.
– Press Start/Reloa d.
Programmes at lower temperatures:
– Select Rinse/Spin (dea ctivate Extra Rinse button) or Empty.
– Press Start/Reloa d.
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 ... apage 5
... 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 rem over
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
aPage 7.
Observe important information! aPage 6
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 instructi ons.
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
manufac tured by S iemens. Thi s washing m achine is distinguis hed by its e conomical
energy co nsumption.
Each machine that leaves our facto ry has been inspected thoroughly to ensure that it
functio ns properl y and is in perfect con dition.
For further information on our products, accessories, spares and services, consult our
website www.siemens-home.com or contact any of our customer ser vice centres.
You can find the contact details fo r 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 disposa l
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
ʋIntended use ... .............................. ........................ ............................. .1
ʋProgrammes ........................................ .............................. .................. 1
ʋSetting and adjusting the programme . ........................ .................. 3
ʋWashing ................. .......................... ............................ .................... 3/4
ʋAfter washing ........ ............................. ......................... ........................ 4
ʋIndividual settings .................. ........................ ............................. ...5/6
ʋImportant informatio n .................. ........................ ............................. 6
ʋOverview of programm es ........................................ ........................ 7
ʋSafety instructions ................................ ........................... .................. 8
ʋConsumption values ................... ........................ ............................. .8
ʋCare and cleaning ................. ........................ ............................. .......9
ʋInformation on the disp lay panel ................ ............................. .......9
ʋMaintenance ......... .............................. ........................ ..................... 10
ʋWhat to do if ... ..... ............................ .......................... ..................... 11
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
– Always fill th e washing machine with a maximum amoun t of
laundry for the rel evant programme.
– Wash no rmally soiled l aundry without a pre-wash.
– Inste ad of Cotton
90 °C, choose the progr amme Cotton 60 °C
with the additional function ecoPerfect
¢
. Comparab le cleaning
result was sign ificantly lower energ y consumption.
– Measure the detergent according to the m anufacturer's
instructions and water hardness.
– If the laun dry is then dried in the tumble dryer, sel ect spin speed
according to instructions of dryer manufacturer.
Preparation
Before the first wash,
run a wash cycle with no laundry in the machine aPage 9.
Setting** and adjusting programmes
Programmes
Detailed overvie w of programmes
apage 7.
Spin speed can be selected individu ally, irrespective of th e
selected pro gramme and pro gramme progre ss.
Cotton hard-wearing fabrics
+ Prewash hard-wearing fabrics, prewash
Mixed Fabrics Different types of laundry
Rapid 15’ Short pr ogramme
Rinse/Spin Laundry washed by hand,E xtra Rinse button acti-
vated; if only using the spin cycle, deactivate the but-
ton
Empty Drain rinsing water with c(without final spin)
Textile Gu ard All-weather, sports and outdoor fabrics apage 6
ÿ Wool Hand/machine washable wool
Delicates Delicate washable fabrics
Easy-Care syn thetic fa brics
Washing
1
2
Removing the washing
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If (without final spin) is active: turn the programme s elector to Empty or
select the spin speed.
Choose Sta rt/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 aRefer to Installation instructions.
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
Washing
Compartment ~: Fabr ic softener, bleach
Compartment I: Deterge nt for prewash
ʋfor domest ic use on ly,
ʋfor washing machin e-washable fabrics an d
hand-washable wool in dete rgent solution,
ʋto be operated with cold or cold and hot (max. 60 ºC)
drinking water, d epending on model, an d commercially
available detergents and care products which are suit-
able for use in was hing 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 instru ctions.
– 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 th e
required number of hours is displayed (h = hour). Choose Start/Reload. Once the programme has begun, no further
adjustment is pos sible.
ʑ
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.
ʑ
Additional functions aOverview of prog rammes, page 7
speedPerfect iFor washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to that of the
standard programme. Maximum load
aOverview of programmes, page 7.
ecoPerfect
¢
For saving energy with a washing performance comparable to that of the standard
programme.
Less Iron ing Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin: residual moisture in
the laundry slightly increased.
Extra Ri nse Additional rinse cycle. For areas with very soft water or for further enhancing the spin
result.
ʑ
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 deactiv ate: press an d 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.
ʑ
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.
Ç
¯ flashes: wait until § lights.
Note: do not open the door until
§ is lit.
Ç
¯: it is not possibl e 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.
ʑ
Energy saving mode
The display panel lighting goes out after a few minutes, Start/Reload flashes. Press any button to switch o n the lighting.
ʑ
Start/Re load
To start the programme or to s ubsequently load additional laundry, and to activate/deactiv ate 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 ins tructions..
– 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 a nd collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag.
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing sepa rately.
light Do not prewash. If required, choose the add itional 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 co mpartment II in accordance with the m anufacturer's instructions. Turn th e
program me 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 S tart/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 ~ (rin se first if necessary).
Dyeing / Bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quanti ties. Salt may damage stainless steel. Always follow the dye
manufac turer's in structions . Do not use the washing machine for bleaching clothes.
Textile Guard Laund ry 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 I
I and
2. pour impregnating agent (max. 170 ml) into the ~compartment.
Set the program me 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 a page 9
– Slide the insert forwards and click into place.
Do not use the insert (slide upwards): for gel detergents and washing powder,
for programmes with + Prewashand End time option.
Set to o
1 step, the display
panel lights up
press a nd
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 sign al
volume
2. Setting the volume for...
Button signals Information signals
direct
3
Detergent d rawer with
compartments I, II, ~
Door
Drum
Control pane l
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 eit her directio n.
**If ª¥ flashes in the display panel,
the childproof lock is active
a Deactivate childproof lock,
page 5.
Additional functions and option
buttons
aIndividual settings,
page 5.
Press Start/Reload
All buttons are sensitive and need
only to be touched lightly. Press and
hold the Finish in option butto n for an
automatic run through all setting
options.
Programme selector
1 2 3 4 5
6
Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model) apage 6
1 - 24 Finish in End of programme after ...
Status displays Programme sequence displays:
1ü2c- ¯- Wash, rinse, spin, end
without final spin
ª¥Childproof lock apage 5
1 2 3 4 5
6
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