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Your new washing machine
You have chosen a Siemens washing
machine.
Please take a few minutes to read and
become familiar with the advantages of
your washing machine.
To meet the high quality demands
required by Siemens, every washing
machine that leaves our factory is
carefully checked to ensure that it
functions correctly and is in perfect
condition.
For more information on our products,
accessories, replacement parts and
services, see our website www.siemens-
home.com or contact our after-sales
service centres.
If the operating and installation
instructions describe different models,
any differences will be pointed out at the
relevant points in the text.
Read these operating and installation
instructions before switching on the
washing machine.
Display rules
:Warning!
This combination of symbol and signal
word indicates a possibly dangerous
situation. Not heeding the warning can
cause death or injuries.
Caution!
This signal word indicates a possibly
dangerous situation. Not heeding the
caution can cause property and/or
environmental damage.
Note/tip
Information about the optimum use of
the appliance/any other useful
information.
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or letters.
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Contents enWashing machineInstruction Manual and Installation Instructions
8Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
(Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . .5
Electrical safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Risk of injury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety for children. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
7Environmental protection . . . . . .7
Packaging/used appliance . . . . . . . . . 7
Tips on economical use . . . . . . . . . . . 7
YMain points in brief . . . . . . . . . . .8
*Getting to know the appliance . 9
Washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
ZLaundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Prepare the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Sorting laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
CDetergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Correct selection of detergent . . . . . 12
Saving energy and detergent . . . . . . 12
/Overview of programmes . . . . .13
Programmes on the programme
selector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Starching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Dyeing/bleaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Soaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
0Programme default settings . . .16
(Temperature) ° C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
(Spin speed) 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
(Ready in) 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
\Additional programme settings17
speedPerfect (. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
ecoPerfect ¦. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Easy Iron æ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
1Operating the appliance . . . . . . 17
Preparing the washing machine . . . .17
Select programme/switch on the
appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Change the programme
default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Select additional programme settings18
Placing laundry into the drum . . . . . .18
Measure and add detergent
and care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Start the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Childproof lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Adding/removing laundry . . . . . . . . .20
Changing the programme . . . . . . . . .21
Cancel the programme . . . . . . . . . . .21
Programme end during rinse hold. . .21
Programme end . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Removing laundry/switching off the
appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
HSensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Automatic load sensing. . . . . . . . . . .22
Unbalanced load detection system . .22
VoltMonitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
MSetting the signal . . . . . . . . . . . 23
2Cleaning and maintenance. . . . 24
Machine housing/control panel . . . . .24
Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Descaling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Detergent drawer and housing . . . . .24
Detergent solution pump blocked . . .24
The drain hose at the siphon
is blocked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Filter in the water supply blocked . . .25
3Faults and what to do
about them. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Emergency release . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Information on the display panel . . . .27
Faults and what to do about them. . .28

en Intended use
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4After-sales service . . . . . . . . . . 30
[Consumption rates . . . . . . . . . . 31
Consumption values table . . . . . . . . 31
JTechnical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5Positioning and connecting. . . 31
Included with the appliance . . . . . . . 31
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Installation surface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Installation on a base
or a wooden joist floor. . . . . . . . . . . 33
Installing the appliance
in a kitchenette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Removing the transport locks . . . . . 33
Hose and cable lengths. . . . . . . . . . 34
Water inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Water outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Levelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Before washing for the first time . . . 37
Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
8Intended use
Intendeduse ■For private domestic use only.
■The washing machine is suitable for
washing machine-washable fabrics
and hand-washable wool in
detergent solution.
■To be operated with cold mains
water and standard detergents and
care products which are suitable for
use in front-loading washing
machines. Do not use detergents for
hand wash.
■When measuring the amount of all
detergents/additives/care products
and cleaning agents, always check
the manufacturer's instructions.
■The washing machine may be used
by children over the age of 8 years
old and by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capacity
or by persons with a lack of
experience or knowledge if they are
supervised or have been instructed
by a responsible person.
Children must not perform cleaning
or maintenance work unsupervised.
■Keep children under the age of 3
years away from the washing
machine.
■This appliance is intended for use up
to a maximum height of
4000 metres above sea level.
■Keep pets away from the washing
machine.
Read the Instruction Manual and
Installation Instructions and all other
information supplied with the washing
machine and use the machine
accordingly.
Retain the documents for subsequent
use.

Safety instructions en
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(Safety instructions
Safetyinstructions Electrical safety
:Warning
Danger of death!
There is a risk of electric shock
if you touch live components.
■Never touch or hold the
mains plug with wet hands.
■Only pull out the mains cable
by the plug and never by the
cable, as this could damage
it.
■The appliance must be
grounded.
Electrical connection
~Page 36
Risk of injury
:Warning
Risk of injury!
■When the washing machine
is lifted by its protruding
parts (e.g. the washing
machine door), the
components may break off
and cause injuries.
Do not lift the washing
machine by protruding parts.
■If you climb on the washing
machine, the worktop may
break and cause injuries.
Do not climb onto the
washing machine.
■If you lean on the washing
machine door when it is
open, the washing machine
may tip over and cause
injuries.
Do not lean on the washing
machine door when it is
open.
■Reaching into the drum
when it is turning can cause
injuries to hands.
Do not reach into the drum
when it is turning.
Wait until the drum has
stopped turning.
: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. if hot
water is being drained into a
wash basin.
Do not reach into the hot
detergent solution.
Safety for children
:Warning
Danger of death!
If children play with the washing
machine, they may get into life-
threatening situations or injure
themselves.
■Do not leave children
unattended near the washing
machine.
■Do not let children play with
the washing machine.

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:Warning
Danger of death!
Children may lock themselves
in appliances, putting their lives
at risk.
For appliances that have
reached the end of their service
life:
■Disconnect the mains plug.
■Cut through the mains cable
and remove it, along with
plug.
■Destroy the lock on the
washing machine door.
:Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Children may become wrapped
in packaging/film or packing
parts if allowed to play with
them, or they may pull them
over their heads and suffocate.
Keep packaging, film and
packaging parts out of the
reach of children.
:Warning
Risk of poisoning!
Detergents and care products
may be poisonous if
consumed.
Keep detergents and care
products out of the reach of
children.
:Warning
Eye/skin irritation!
Detergents and care products
may cause irritation if they
come into contact with the eyes
or skin.
Keep detergents and care
products out of the reach of
children.
:Warning
Risk of injury!
When you wash at high
temperatures, the glass in the
washing machine door gets
hot.
Do not let children touch the
hot washing machine door.

Environmental protection en
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7Environmental
protection
Environmentalprotection Packaging/used appliance
Do’s
■Hand over the old/discarded
electronic equipment only to
authorized collection centers for
disposal
http://www.siemens-home.com/in/
Preserve.html
See also:
■Consult the authorized service
center as to whether the Electronic
Equipment can be repaired or not,
before discarding
■Consult the retailer about appliance
take back schemes
Don’ts
■Don’t dump the discarded Electronic
Equipment in the open or in any land
fill site, as this will result in
contamination of the soil and the
ground water
■Don’t dispose of the discarded
Electronic Equipment in household
bins or Municipal bins
■The product is not meant for re-sale
to any unauthorized agencies/scrap
dealers
■Don't keep any replaced spare
part(s) from the product in an
exposed area
Tips on economical use
■Always fill the appliance with the
maximum amount of laundry for the
relevant programme.
Overview of programmes
~Page 13
■Wash normally soiled laundry
without a prewash.
■Save energy and detergent when
washing lightly and normally soiled
laundry.
Saving energy and detergent
~Page 12
■Energy-saving mode: The display
panel lighting goes out after a few
minutes and Start/Reload ! flashes.
To activate the lighting, press any
button.
Energy-saving mode is not activated
if a programme is running.
■If the laundry is subsequently dried
in a tumble dryer, select the spin
speed according to the tumble dryer
manufacturer's instructions.
)Dispose of packaging in an
environmentally-responsible
manner.
This appliance is certified in
accordance with the
S.O.1035(E) guidelines on E-
waste (Management and
Handling) Rules 2011 which
govern waste electrical and
electronic equipment. The
guidelines provide a framework
for the return and recycling of
used appliances.
Note: This product doesn't
contain any of hazardous
substances as specified in the
E-waste (Management and
Handling) Rules 2011.
Contact No: 180042535287 (toll-free)
E-mail: [email protected]
Online
website:
www.ewasteindia.com

en Main points in brief
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YMain points in brief
Mainpointsinbrief
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1@@@
Connect the mains
plug.
Turn on the water
tap.
Sort the laundry. Open the door.
2@@@
Select a programme
e.g. Cottons.
Observe the
maximum load on
the display panel.
Load the laundry . Close the washing
machine door.
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Add detergent.
~Page 19
Change the
programme default
settings, if
necessary.
Select additional
settings, if
necessary.
Start the
programme.
4@@@
Programme end Open the washing
machine door and
remove the laundry.
Set the programme
selector to off
position.
Turn off the water
tap.

Getting to know the appliance en
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*Getting to know the appliance
Gettingtoknowtheappliance Washing machine
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(Detergent drawer ~Page 19
0Controls/display elements
8Washing machine door with
window handle
9S Open the washing machine door
9T Close the door
@Service flap

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Control panel
Display panel
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(° C (Temperature), 0(Spin
speed), 5(Ready in) for
changing the programme default
settings
Overview of all programme default
settings ~Page 16
0speedPerfect G,ecoPerfect ¦,
Easy Iron æfor choosing the
additional programme settings
Overview of all programme
settings ~Page 17
8Start/Reload ! for starting,
interrupting (f.e. adding/removing
laundry) and cancelling a
programme
@Programme selector for selecting
a programme and for switching
the machine on and off
HDisplay panel for settings and
information
Settings for the selected programme
Cold - 90 °C Temperature in °C; Cold = cold
– – –...1200** 0 Spin speed; ** max. speed
depends on the model
In rpm (rotations per minute);
– – – = Rinse hold (without final spin)
1:30 Programme duration Depends on the programme selection in h:min
(hours:minutes)
1 - 24 h Ready in Programmes ends after ... h (h = hours)
7.0 kg Max. load
Status indicators for the programme progress (programme sequence):
x q 0 End Wash, rinse, spin, programme duration or end
v Open the washing machine door, add laundry ~Page 20
w Childproof lock ~Page 20

Laundry en
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ZLaundry
Laundry Prepare the laundry
Caution!
Damage to the appliance/fabrics
Foreign objects (e.g. coins, paper-clips,
needles, nails) may damage the laundry
or components in the washing machine.
Therefore, note the following tips when
preparing your laundry:
■Empty pockets.
■Look out for metal items (paperclips,
etc.) and remove them.
■Wash delicates in a laundry bag
(tights, underwired bras, etc.).
■Close any zips, button up any cover
buttons.
■Brush sand out of pockets and
collars.
■Remove curtain fittings or place
curtains in a laundry bag.
Sorting laundry
Sort your laundry according to the care
instructions and manufacturer's
information on the care labels:
■Type of fabric/fibre
■Colour
Note: Laundry can discolour or not
be cleaned correctly. Wash white
and coloured laundry separately.
Wash new bright fabrics separately
the first time you wash them.
■Soiling
Wash laundry with the same level of
soiling together.
You can find examples of levels of
soiling on ~Page 12
–Light: Do not prewash, select the
speedPerfect (setting if
necessary
–Normal
–Heavy: Load less laundry, select
a programme with prewash
–Stains: Remove/pretreat stains
while they are fresh. First, dab the
stain with soapy water/do not
rub. Then wash the items of
laundry with the appropriate
programme. Stubborn/dried-in
stains can sometimes only be
removed with several washes.
■Symbols on the care labels
The numbers in the symbols indicate
the maximum washing temperature
which may be used.
–M: Suitable for a normal
washing process; e.g. Cottons
programme
–U: A gentle washing process is
required; e.g. Easy-Care
programme
–V: An especially gentle washing
process is required; e.g.
Delicate/Silk programme
–W: Suitable for washing by
hand; e.g. Wool programme
–Ž: Do not wash the laundry in
the machine.

en Detergent
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CDetergent
Detergent Correct selection of detergent
The care label is crucial for selecting
the correct detergent, temperature and
treatment of the laundry.
Note: Only use detergents for front-
loading washing machines, low suds/
detergent foam.
■Standard detergent with optical
brighteners
Suitable for boil-washable white
laundry made from linen or cotton
Programme: Cottons/
cold - max. 90 °C
■Detergent for colours without
bleach or optical brighteners
Suitable for coloured laundry made
from linen or cotton
Programme: Cottons/
cold - max. 60 °C
■Detergent for colours/delicates
without optical brighteners
Suitable for coloured laundry made
from easy-care fibres, synthetic
fibres
Programme: Easy-Care/
cold - max. 60 °C
■Detergent for delicates
Suitable for delicate, fine fabrics, silk
or viscose
Programme: Delicate/Silk/
cold - max. 40 °C
■Detergent for woollens
Suitable for wool
Wool programme/
cold - max. 40 °C
Saving energy and detergent
For light and normal soiling, you can
save energy (lower washing
temperature) and detergent.
Note: When measuring the amount of
all detergents/additives/care products
and cleaning agents, please always
check the manufacturer's instructions
and information.
Measure and add detergent and care
products ~Page 19
Saving Soiling/note
Reduced temper-
ature and deter-
gent quantity as
per the recom-
mended dosage
Light
No visible dirt or stains. Cloth-
ing has taken on some body
odour, e.g.:
■Light summer/sports
clothing (worn for a few
hours)
■T-shirts, shirts, blouses
(worn for up to one day)
■Guest bed linen and hand
towels (used for one day)
Normal
Visible dirt or a few light
stains, e.g.:
■T-shirts, shirts, blouses
(sweat soaked, worn a
few times)
■Towels, bedding (used for
up to one week)
Temperature as
per the care label
and detergent
quantity as per
the recom-
mended dosage
for heavy soiling
Heavy
Dirt and/or stains clearly visi-
ble, e.g. tea towels, baby
items, work clothing

Overview of programmes en
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/Overview of programmes
Overviewofprogrammes Programmes on the programme selector
Programme/type of laundry/information Settings/Presettings of the pro-
grammes are highlighted in bold
Name of programme
Short explanation of the programme or the fabric for which it is suita-
ble.
Max. load;
* Reduced load for speedPerfect
(function
Temperature that can be selected
Spin speed that can be selected;
** Max. spin speed, depending on
the model
Possible programme settings
Cottons
Hard-wearing fabrics, heat-resistant fabrics made of cotton or linen
Note: The speedPerfect (setting is suitable as a short pro-
gramme for lightly soiled laundry.
Max. 7 kg/4* kg
cold - 40 - 90 °C
– – – ... 1200** rpm
(, ¦, æ
Synthetics
Fabrics made from synthetic or blended fabrics
Max. 4 kg
cold - 40 - 60 °C
– – – ... 1200** rpm
(, ¦, æ
Mix
A mixed load of fabrics made of cotton and synthetic fabrics
Max. 3.5 kg
cold - 40 °C
– – – ... 1200** rpm
(, ¦, æ
Delicate Silk
For delicate, washable fabrics, e.g. made of silk, satin, synthetic
fibres or blended fabrics (e.g. silk blouses, silk scarves)
Note: Use a detergent which is suitable for machine washing deli-
cates or silk.
Max. 2 kg
cold - 40 °C
– – – ... 600 ... 800 rpm
(, ¦, æ

en Overview of programmes
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:Wool Gentle handwash
Hand or machine-washable fabrics made of wool or that contain
wool;
particularly gentle wash programme to prevent shrinkage of laundry,
with longer programme breaks (fabrics rest in the detergent solu-
tion)
Notes
■Wool is of animal origin, e.g.: Angora, alpaca, llama, sheep.
■Use a detergent which is suitable for machine washing wool.
Max. 2 kg
cold - 40 °C
– – – ... 800 rpm
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Drum Clean
Programme for cleaning and caring for the drum and the outer tub,
e.g. before the 1st wash cycle, if an odour has formed after a pro-
longed absence or if washing frequently at a low washing tempera-
ture (40 °C and lower)
Notes
■Run programme without laundry.
■Use only detergents for front-loading washing machines. Do not
use additional cleaning agents.
-
90 °C
800 rpm
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Rinse
Extra rinse with spin
-
-
– – – ... 800 ... 1200** rpm
æ
Spin/Drain
Extra spin with speed that can be selected
If only the drain cycle is required, set the spin speed to – – –.
-
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– – – ... 800 ... 1200** rpm
æ
Super quick 15 min / 30 min
Extra-short programme of approx. 15 minutes, suitable for small
items of lightly soiled laundry
Note: Longer programme duration (approx. 30 minutes) for deacti-
vated speedPerfect (setting ~Page 17
Max. 2 kg/3.5 kg
cold
– – – ... 800 ... 1200** rpm
(
Monsoon Freshen up
Fabrics made from cotton or synthetics
Short programme suitable for removing dust and sand from wash-
ing, e.g. after rainfall; washing warmer after the last rinse cycle, this
may reduce the subsequent drying process.
Max. 2 kg
30 - 40 °C
– – – ... 1200** rpm
-
Programme/type of laundry/information Settings/Presettings of the pro-
grammes are highlighted in bold

Overview of programmes en
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Starching
Note: Laundry shall not be treated with
fabric softener.
Starching is possible in all wash
programmes if liquid starch is used.
Measure starch into compartment Min
accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions (clean 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 to
bleach clothes.
Kidswear Extra clean
Hard-wearing fabrics, heat-resistant fabrics made of cotton or linen
Max. 7 kg/4* kg
cold - 40 °C
– – – ... 1200** rpm
(, æ
Shirts Business
For non-iron shirts or blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres
or blended fabrics
Note: Use the Delicate/Silk programme to wash shirts/blouses
made of silk/delicate fabrics.
Max. 2 kg
cold - 40 - 60 °C
– – – ... 800** rpm
(, ¦, æ
Hygiene
Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen
Note: Especially suitable for increased hygienic demands or particu-
larly sensitive skin on account of prolonged washing at a defined tem-
perature, with a higher water level and longer rinsing time
Max. 6.5 kg/4* kg
cold - 40 - 60 °C
– – – ... 800 ... 1200** rpm
(, ¦, æ
Jeans
Dark fabrics made of cotton and dark easy-care fabrics
Turn laundry inside-out before washing.
Max. 3 kg
cold - 40 °C
– – – ... 800 ... 1200** rpm
(, ¦, æ
Sportswear
For fabrics made of microfibres for sports and leisure
Notes
■The laundry must not be treated with fabric softener.
■Before washing, clean the detergent drawer thoroughly (all com-
partments) to remove fabric softener residue.
Max. 2 kg
cold - 30 - 40 °C
– – – ... 800 rpm
(, ¦, æ
Programme/type of laundry/information Settings/Presettings of the pro-
grammes are highlighted in bold

en Programme default settings
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Soaking
1. Pour soaking agent/detergent into
compartment II in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Select desired programme.
3. Press Start/Reload ! .
4. After approx. ten minutes, press
Start/Reload ! .
5. After the required soaking time,
press Start/Reload ! again to
continue or change the programme.
Notes
■Load laundry of the same colour.
■No additional detergent is required;
the soaking solution is used for
washing.
0Programme default
settings
Programmedefaultsettings The temperature, spin speed and
programme duration ("Ready in" time)
for all programmes are preset at the
factory.
These are displayed in the display panel
after selecting the programme.
You can change the default settings as
follows.
(Temperature) ° C
(Temperature)
Depending on the programme
progress, you can change the preset
temperature (in °C) before and during
the programme.
To do this, repeatedly select the
corresponding button until the required
setting is displayed.
The maximum temperature that can be
set depends on the programme which
has been selected.
Overview of programmes ~Page 13
(Spin speed) 0
(Spin speed)
Depending on the programme
progress, you can change the spin
speed (in rpm; rotations per minute)
before and during the programme.
To do this, repeatedly select the
corresponding button until the required
setting is displayed.
Setting – – – 0 : Rinse hold = without
final spin, the laundry remains in the
water after the final rinse.
You can select "Rinse hold" to prevent
creasing if the laundry will not be taken
out of the washing machine immediately
after the programme has ended.
The maximum speed that can be set
depends on the model and programme
that have been selected.
Overview of programmes ~Page 13
(Ready in) 5
(“Ready in” time)
When you select the programme, the
relevant programme duration is
displayed.
The programme duration is
automatically adjusted when the
programme is running. Changes to the
programme default settings or
programme settings also change the
programme duration.
Before starting the programme, the
programme end ("Ready in" time) can
be preselected in increments of one
hour (h = hours) up to a maximum of 24
hours.
To do this, repeatedly select the
corresponding button until the required
setting is displayed.
Note: The programme duration is
included in the selected "Ready in" time.

Additional programme settings en
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After the start, the preselected time e.g.
8 h is displayed and the time counts
down to the start of the wash
programme. The programme duration is
then displayed, e.g. 2:30
(hours:minutes).
Changing the preselected time:
You can change the preselected time
after the start of the programme as
follows:
1. Press Start/Reload ! .
2. Press the (Ready in) 5button
repeatedly until the required number
of hours is displayed.
3. Press the Start/Reload ! button.
Adding laundry while the preselected
time continues running:
1. Press Start/Reload ! .
2. The symbols YES and v light up on
the display panel. The washing
machine door can be opened and
laundry can be added.
3. Close the washing machine door.
4. Press the Start/Reload ! button.
The preselected time continues to
run.
\Additional programme
settings
Additionalprogrammesettings speedPerfect (
For washing in a shorter time with a
washing result comparable to that of the
standard programme.
Notes
■Do not exceed the maximum load.
Overview of programmes
~Page 13
■speedPerfect (is preset by
default. To deactivate this additional
default setting, press the
speedPerfect (button. The
indicator light goes off.
ecoPerfect ¦
For saving energy with a washing result
comparable to that of the standard
programme.
Easy Iron æ
Special spin sequence with subsequent
fluffing. Gentle final spin – residual
moisture in the laundry slightly
increased.
1Operating the
appliance
Operatingtheappliance Preparing the washing
machine
Note: The washing machine must be
correctly installed and connected.
~Page 31
1. Connect the mains plug.
2. Turn on the water tap.
3. Open the door.
4. Check that the drum is completely
drained. Drain if necessary.

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Select programme/switch on
the appliance
Note: If you have activated the
childproof lock, you must first deactivate
it before you can set a programme.
Use the programme selector to select
the required programme. Can be turned
in either direction.
The machine is switched on.
The display panel shows the following
information consecutively for the
selected programme:
■The programme duration,
■The preset temperature,
■The preset spin speed and
■The maximum load.
Change the programme
default settings
You can use the default settings or
change them.
To do this, repeatedly select the
corresponding button until the required
setting is displayed.
The settings are activated without
needing to be confirmed.
They are not saved when the appliance
is switched off.
Programme default settings
~Page 16
Overview of programmes ~Page 13
Select additional programme
settings
By selecting additional settings, you can
better adapt the washing process to
your items of laundry.
The settings can be selected or
deselected depending on the
programme progress.
The indicator lamp for the button lights
up if a setting is active.
The settings are not saved when the
appliance is switched off.
Additional settings ~Page 17
Overview of programmes ~Page 13
Placing laundry into the drum
:Warning
Danger of death!
Items of laundry pretreated with
cleaning agents that contain solvents,
e.g. stain remover/cleaning solvent,
may cause an explosion after being
loaded into the washing machine.
Hand-rinse items of laundry thoroughly
beforehand.
Notes
■Mix items of laundry of varying sizes.
Laundry items of different sizes
distribute themselves better during
the spin cycle. Individual items of
laundry may lead to imbalances.
■Observe the specified maximum
load. Overfilling has a negative
impact on the washing result and
promotes creasing.
1. Place presorted items of laundry
unfolded in the washing drum.
2. Make sure that no items of laundry
are trapped between the washing
machine door and the rubber seal,
and close the door.
The Start/Reload ! button indicator
lamp flashes and the programme
settings continue to be displayed on the
display panel one after another. It is
possible to change the settings.

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Measure and add detergent
and care products
Caution!
Damage to the appliance
Cleaning agents and agents for
pretreating laundry (e.g. stain removers,
prewash sprays, etc.) may cause
damage if they come into contact with
the surfaces of the washing machine.
Do not allow these agents to come into
contact with the surfaces of the washing
machine. If necessary, immediately wipe
away spray residue and other residues/
droplets with a damp cloth.
Measuring
Measure the detergent and care
products according to:
■Water hardness; ask your water
supply company
■The manufacturer's instructions on
the packaging
■The amount of laundry
■Soiling
Filling
:Warning
Eye/skin irritation!
Detergent and care products may spray
out if the detergent drawer is opened
while the machine is in operation.
Open the drawer carefully.
Rinse eyes or skin thoroughly if they
come into contact with detergent/care
products.
If swallowed accidentally, seek medical
advice.
Note: Dilute viscous fabric softener and
fabric conditioner with water; this
prevents blockages.
Pour the detergent and care products
into the appropriate compartments:
1. Pull out the detergent drawer as far
as possible.
2. Add detergent and/or care products.
3. Close the detergent drawer.
Measuring aid* for liquid detergent
*depending on the model
Position the measuring aid for
measuring the correct amount of liquid
detergent:
1. Pull out the detergent drawer. Press
down the insert and fully remove the
drawer.
2. Slide the measuring aid forwards,
fold it down and click it into place.
3. Reinsert the drawer.
Measuring aid A* For liquid detergent
Compartment II Detergent for the
main wash, water
softener, bleach,
stain remover
Compartment iFabric softener,
starch
Do not exceed the
max.
Compartment IDetergent for
prewash

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Note: Do not use the measuring aid for
gel detergents and washing powder, or
for programmes with prewash or when
"Ready in" time is selected.
For models without a measuring aid,
pour the liquid detergent into the
appropriate dispenser and place it in
the drum.
Start the programme
Select the Start/Reload ! button. The
indicator lamp lights up and the
programme starts.
During the programme, the display
panel shows the "Ready in" time or,
after starting the wash programme, the
programme duration and the symbols
for the programme progress.
Display panel ~Page 10
Note: If you want to lock the
programme to prevent it from being
inadvertently adjusted, you can select
the childproof lock as follows.
Childproof lock
You can lock the washing machine to
prevent the functions you have set from
being changed inadvertently. To do this,
activate the childproof lock after starting
the programme.
To activate/deactivate the childproof
lock, press and hold Start/Reload ! for
approx. five seconds. The w symbol
appears in the display panel.
■ w lights up: The childproof lock is
active.
■ w flashes: The childproof lock is
active and the programme selector
was adjusted. To prevent the
programme from stopping, turn the
programme selector back to the
original programme. The symbol
lights up again.
Note: The childproof lock can remain
activated until you wish to start the next
programme, even after switching off the
machine.
You must then deactivate the childproof
lock before starting the programme and
activate it again as necessary once the
programme has started.
Adding/removing laundry
After starting the programme, you can
add or remove laundry as required.
To do this, press the Start/
Reload ! button.
The Start/Reload ! indicator lamp
flashes and the machine checks
whether it is possible to add laundry.
Note: Do not leave the washing
machine door open for too long when
adding laundry as water from the
laundry may leak out.
If the display panel shows:
■Both the YES and v symbols lit up,
it is possible to add laundry.
■A flashing NO symbol, wait until YES
and v light up.
Do not open the door until both the
YES and the v symbols are lit.
■A flashing NO symbol, it is not
possible to add laundry.
For safety reasons, the washing
machine door remains locked when
the water level or temperature is
high, or while the drum is rotating,
and it is not possible to add laundry.
To continue the programme, press
the Start/Reload ! button. The
programme continues automatically.