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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, page 5.
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing: Select Skyl/Centrifugering (Rinse/Spin).
– Press (Start/Reload).
Programmes at lower temperatures:
– Select Skyl/Centrifugering (Rinse/Spin) (deactivate
vü(Water plus)
button) or Udpumpning (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 ... apage 5
... Press (Start/Reload); both the symbols § + r are 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
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 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 (0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute)
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
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 ..........................................................................5/6
ʋ Important information ...................................................................... 6
ʋ Overview of programmes ................................................................7
ʋ Safety instructions .............................................................................8
ʋ Consumption values .........................................................................8
ʋ Care and cleaning .............................................................................9
ʋ Information on the display panel ....................................................9
ʋ Maintenance .................................................................................... 10
ʋ 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.
– 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 aPage 9.
Setting** and adjusting programmes
Programmes
Detailed overview of programmes apage 7.
Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually,
irrespective of the selected programme and programme
progress.
Bomuld (Cottons) hard-wearing fabrics
+ Forvask (Prewash) hard-wearing fabrics, prewash
Strygelet
(Easy-Care)
synthetic fabrics
+ Forvask (Prewash) synthetic fabrics, prewash
Mix Different types of laundry
Finvask/Silke
(Delicate/Silk)
Delicate washable fabrics
ÿ Uld-/håndvask
(Wool)
Hand/machine washable wool
Skyl/Centrifugering
(Rinse/Spin)
Laundry washed by hand, vü(Water plus) button
activated; if only using the spin cycle, deactivate the
button
Udpumpning
(Empty)
Drain rinsing water with c(without final spin)
Jord og sand (Mud)
Græs (Grass) Hard-wearing and easy-care fabrics, special stain
programme apage 5
Sved (Sweat)
superLyn 15’
(Super Quick)
Short programme
sportive Plus (Sport) Fabrics made from microfibre
Mørkt tøj (Easy-Care) Dark wash
Washing
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Removing the washing
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If (without final spin) is active: turn the programme selector to
Udpumpning (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 aRefer to Installation instructions.
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Fra (Off).
Washing
Compartment ~: Fabric softener, bleach
Compartment I: Detergent for prewash
ʋ for domestic use only,
ʋ for washing machine-washable fabrics and
hand-washable wool in detergent solution,
ʋ 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 buttons
You can change the spin speed and the temperature before the selected programme starts and while it is running. The
effects depend on the programme progress.
ʑ
°C (Temperature )
You can change the displayed washing temperature. The maximum selectable temperature depends on the current
programme.
ʑ
(spin speed in rpm/ (without final spin))
You can change the displayed spin speed. The maximum selectable spin speed depends on the model and which
programme is currently selected.
ʑ
(Ready in)
When you select the programme, the relevant programme 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 (Ready in) button until the required number of hours is displayed (h = hour). Choose (Start/Reload).
ʑ
Additional functions aOverview 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
aOverview of programmes, page 7.
ecoPerfect ¢ For saving energy with a washing performance comparable to that of the standard programme.
Ô
(Reduced Ironing)
Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin: residual moisture in the laundry
slightly increased.
vs
(Water plus)
Increased water level and additional rinse cycle, extended washing time. For areas with very soft
water or for further enhancing the spin result.
ʑ
Childproof lock
sin 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 (Start/Reload) for approx.
5 seconds.
Note: The childlock can remain activated until you wish to 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 symbolis lit: Childlock active.
– The s symbolflashes: Childlock active and then the programme selector 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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Reloading
§ + or
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.
§ + r are lit: reloading is possible.
ǯ flashes: wait until § + r are lit.
Note: do not open the door until both the § + r symbols are 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.
ʑ
Stain programmes
Do not let stains dry. Remove any solid residue beforehand. Sort items of laundry as usual and load the washing
machine.
The washing machine adjusts the washing temperature, drum movement and soaking times to suit the type of stain.
Hot or cold water, gentle or intensive washing control (thanks to the new drum structure) and a long or short soaking
time ensure that the wash programme has a special sequence for each type of stain.
The result: optimum stain treatment without the use of additional special detergents.
ʑ
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
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 Bomuld (Cottons)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.
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 + Forvask
(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...
direct
Button signals Information signals
j
j
3
Detergent drawer with
compartments I, II, ~
Door
Drum
Control panel
Service door
: - 90 ºC ºC (temp.) Select the temperature (: = cold)
- 1400* c (rpm) Select the spin speed (* depending on the model) or c(without final
spin, laundry soaks in the last rinsing water, display panel - - - )
1 - 24 h (Ready in) End of programme after ...
Status displays Programme sequence displays:
1üü2üücü- ¯- Wash, rinse, spin, programme duration or end (-0-)
s Childproof lock apage 5
r Open the washing machine door, reload laundry apages 4, 5
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 the s symbol flashes in the
display panel, the childproof lock is
active
aDeactivate childproof lock,
page 5.
For stain programmes, 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 (Ready in) option button
for an automatic run through all
setting options.
Programme selector
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Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model) apage 6
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