Sort and load the laundry
Follow manufacturer’s care information.
According to the information on the c are labels.
According to type; colour; d egree of soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed maximum load. aPage 7
Follow important instructions! aPage 9
Load large and small item s of laundry!
Close the door. Do not jam items of laundry between the washing machine
door and rubber seal.
Add detergent and care product
Dosage according to:
amount of laundry, degree of soiling, water hardnes s (available from your
water utility company) and m anufacturer’s instructions.
For models without insert for liquid detergent:
Pour liquid detergent into co rresponding dispenser or place in the drum.
Be careful when opening the detergent dra wer while the appliance is
running!
Your washing machine Intended use
Contents Page
ʋIntended u se ............... ....................................................................... 1
ʋProgrammes ......... ............................................................................. 1
ʋPreparation ......................................................................................... 2
ʋSelecting and adjusting a progra mme........................................... 3
ʋWashing ....... .................................................................................... 3/4
ʋAfter wa shing ................................ ..................................................... 4
ʋIndividual settings ......................................................................... 5/6
ʋOverview of programmes ................. ............................................... 7
ʋSafety instructions ..................................... ......................................... 8
ʋConsumption values ................................. ......................................... 8
ʋImportant information ....... ................................................................. 9
ʋCare/Cleaning............................................ .......................................10
ʋInformation on the display pane l................................................... 10
ʋMaintenance ..................................................................................... 11
ʋWhat to do if … ......................................................................... 12/13
ʋEmergency release ........................................................... ...............13
ʋCustomer service ...................................... .......................................13
Protection of the environmen t/hints and tips
– Utilise the maximum a mount of laundry for the particular
programme.
– Wash normally soi led laundry without prewash.
– Instead of th e ÊCottons 90 °C pr ogramme, select
ÊCottons 60 °C + ¢üecoPe rfect. Comparable cleaning resul t
with significantly lower energy consumpti on.
– Measure d eterg ent according to the manufacturer’s instr uction s
and water hardness.
– If the washing is then dried in the tumble dryer, select the spin
speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Preparation Before using your was hing machine for the first time
Wash once without any laundry aPage 9
Select ** and adjust a programme 1
2
Washing
Dispenser ~: fabric softener, starch
Dispenser I: detergent for prewash
ʋfor use in the household only,
ʋfor washing machine-washable textiles and hand-
washable wool in detergent solution,
ʋto be operated with cold drinking water and commercially
available detergents and care products which are suitable
for use in washing machines.
ʋThe washing machine may be oper ated by children 8
years of age and older, by p ersons who have limited
physical, sensory or mental abilitie s and by persons who
have inadequate experience or knowledge, provided they
are supervised or have been instructed by a responsible
person.
– Do not leave children unattended near the washing
machine.
– Children must not play with the appliance.
– Children must not per form any cleaning or
maintenance work without sup ervision!
– Keep pets away from the washing machine.
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabri c conditioner with water.
Prevents blockage of the overflow.
Detergent drawer
with dispensers I, II, ~
Fascia
Service flap
Door
Correct installation according to
separate installation instructions.
Check the machine
– Never switch on a damaged machine.
– Inform your after-sale s service.
Insert the mains plug
– With dry hands only.
– Only hold the plug by the plug
body.
Turn on the tap
Washing
End of programme when ...
... §Êis indicated on th e display panel.
Cancel the programme
For programmes at high temperatur e:
– Cool the laundry: Select mRinse.
– Press the Start/Reload button.
For programmes at low temperature :
– Select Spin/Empty l(if only one dr ain cycle
is required: Set the (Spin speed) to - - - -).
– Press the Start/Reload button.
Change the programme if ...
... you have mistakenly selected a wrong programme:
– Reselect the programme.
– Pre ssth e Start/Reload button. The new programme
starts from the beginning.
Interrupt/continue
the wash cycle ...
... e.g. for Soaking. aPage 9
Press the Start/Reload button. ǯ(No) is indicated on
the display panel, the washing machine d oor cannot be
opened. To contin ue the programme, press the Start/
Reload button.
Individual settings
ʑFunction buttons
You can change the spin speed and temperature beforehand and while the selected
programme is running. Effects dependen t on the programme progress.
°C (Temperature)
You can change the indic ated washing temperature. The maximum washing temperature
which can be selected depen ds on the selected programme.
c(Spin speed, revolut ions per minute)/
;
(Rinse hold = with out final drain/
spin)
You can change the indicated spin s peed or select ;(Rinse hold = without the final drain/
spin cycle, the laundry remains in th e water after the last rinse cycle, display panel - - - -). The
selectable maximum spin speed depends on the model and the selected programme.
(Finish-in)
The respective programme duration is d isplayed by selecting the programme.
The programme start can be delayed before the programme beg ins. The Finish-in time can
be set in hour steps up to maximum 24h. Press and hold the (Finish-in) button until the
required number of hours is indicated (h=hour). Press the Start/Reload button.
ʑOption buttons aOverview of programmes, Page 7
speedPerfect For washing in a shorter time with a w ashing result comparable to that
of the standard programme.
Maximum load size. aOverview of prog rammes, Page 7
ecoPerfect ¢For saving energy with a washing pe rformance comparable to that of
the standard programme.
Extra Rinse hAdditional rinse cycle . Prolonged programme duration. For areas with
very soft water or for further enhancin g the washing result.
ʑChildproof lock
son the display panel
Secure the washing machine to prevent the selected functions from
being unintentionally changed.
ON/OFF: After the programme star ts/ends, press Start/Reload
for approx. 5 seconds.
Note: Childproof lock may remain activate d until the next programme
starts, even after the machine has been switched off!
If this is the case, deactivate the childproof lock befor e the
programme starts and, if re quired, re-activate after the program me
starts.
ʑStart/Reload
For starting or interrupting the wash cycle and to continue the programme and to activate/
deactivate the childproof lock.
3
Switch off
Set the programme selector to Off.
Turn off the tap
Not required for Aqua-Stop models .
aNotes, Installation instructions, Page 7
Remove the laundry
Open the washing machine do or and remove the
laundry.
If - - - - (Rinse hold = no final drain /spin) is active: Set the
programme selector to Spin/Empty lo r select the
spin speed.
Press Start/Reload button.
– Remove any f oreign objects as there is a r isk
of rusting.
– Leave detergent d rawer and door open so that
residual water can evaporate.
Congratulations – You have opted for a modern, high-quality
domestic appliance manufactu red by Siemens. The washing machine
is distinguished by its economical use of water and energy.
Each appliance which leaves ou r factory is inspected thoroug hly to
ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
Further information on our prod ucts, accessories, spare parts an d
services can be found at: www.siemens-ho me.com or contact our
customer service centres.
Environmentally-friendly disposal Dispose of packaging in an environme ntally friendly manner.
This appliance is certified in ac cordance with the European Directive
2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
The Directive provides the framewo rk for the return and recycling of
used appliances as applicable throughout the European Union.
Programmes
Detailed overview of programmes aPage 7
Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually
irrespective of the selected pro gramme and programme
progress.
ÊCottons hard-wearing textiles
o+ Prewash Heavily soiled hard-wearing textiles
ÏSynthetics Synthetic fibres, easy-car e textiles
ÍMix Textiles made of cotton and synthetic
fibres
5Delicates/Silk Silk and delicate washable te xtiles
dWool ÉHand or machine-washable woo l or
rich-wool textiles
āDrum Clean For drum hygiene or fluff removal
Spin/Empty lAdditional spin cycle o r to empty the
drum.
mRinse Extra rinse with spin
Jeans Jeans and dark coloured textiles
¼Sportswear Sportswear made of micro fibres
gShirts Programme for Shirts/Blouse s
»Kidswear Textiles for children
¬Hygiene Programme for allergic pe ople and
advanced hygiene
Super quick
15/30 min
Extra short programme
Select Start/Reload
If you press and hold th e function
buttons, the selected display
values will run automatically!
** If the symbol sflashes on the
display panel, the childproof lock
is active. aDeactivate, Page 5
Functions and option buttons a
Individual settings, Page 5
Door handle
7
Overview of programmes aCheck the consumption values table on page 8 and instru ctions on page 9!
*Reduced load for the speedPerfect option.
For programmes without prewash – pour deter gent into dispenser II, for programmes with prewa sh – divide detergent between dispensers Ian d II.
Programmes °C Max. Type of laundry Options; information
ÊCottons ¥Ê– 90 °C8.0 kg/
5.0 kg *
Standard washing programme for hard-wearing tex tiles made of
cotton or linen.
speedPerfect *,ecoPerfect ¢,Extra Rinse ho+ Prewash Energy-intensive programme for heavily soiled hard-wearing textiles
made of cotton or linen.
¬Hygiene ¥Ê– 60 °CProgramme specially designed for allergic people and advanced
hygiene, suitable for hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen.
ÏSynthetics ¥Ê– 60 °C 3,5kg Textiles made of synthetic fibres or blended fabrics. speedPerfect , ecoPerfect ¢,Extra Rinse hÍMix ¥Ê– 40 °C 3.0 kg
Mixed load consisting of textiles made of cotton and synthetic fibres. speedPerfect , eco Perfect ¢,Extra Rinse h»Kidswear Programme suitable for washing kids wear made of cotto n or
synthetic textiles.
speedPerfect , Extra Rinse hWash clothing inside out.
Jeans Programme suitable for washing jeans and other dark colour textiles
made of cotton or synthetic textiles.
speedPerfect , ecoPerfect ¢,Extra Rinse hWash clothing inside out.
gShirts ¥Ê– 60 °C
2,0 kg
Suitable for shirts/blouses made of co tton, linen, synthetics fibres or
blended fabrics. speedPerfect , ecoPerfect ¢,Extra Rinse h¼Sportswear ¥Ê– 40 °C
Suitable for sportswear made of microfibres e.g A crylic, Nylon,
Spandex, etc.
5Delicates/Silk For delicate, washable textiles, e.g.ma de of silk, satin, synthetic
fibres or blended fabrics.
speedPerfect , ecoPerfect ¢,Extra Rinse hNo spin cycle between the rinse cycles
dWool ÉHand and machine-washable wool or wool-rich textiles. Especially gentl e washing programme to prevent shrinkage, longer
programme pauses (textiles rest in detergen t solution), e.g. cashmere, mohair or angora. Also suitable for hand washable silk.
Super quick
15/30 min ¥Ê– 40 °C 2.0 kg/
3.5 kg *
Extra short programme app rox. 15/30 minutes, suitable for lig htly
soiled and small amounts of laundry. speedPerfect *
āDrum Clean 90 °C Programme running at 90°C to remove bacteria i nside the drum. No need of detergent.
Additional programmes mRinse, Spin/Empty lSiemens-Electrogeräte GmbH
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