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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
mWarning!
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly
dangerous situation. Not heeding the warning can cause death
or injuries.
mCaution!
This signal word indicates a possibly dangerous situation. Not
heeding the caution can cause property and/or environmental
damage.
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Information about the optimum use of the appliance/any other
useful information.
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The steps are represented by numbers or letters.
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Lists are represented by a small box or a dash.

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Contents enWashing machineInstruction Manual and Installation Instructions
Before washing
ØIntended use 4
ØSafety instructions 5
ØProtection of the environment 7
ØThe main points in brief 8
ØGetting to know your appliance 9
ØDetergent drawer 10
ØOperating elements/Display elements 11
Operating the appliance
ØBefore each washing 12
ØWashing 18
ØAfter washing 21
ØProgramme overview 22
ØProgramme settings/options 29
ØAnti-stain system 32
ØIntelligent Dosing System 33
ØConsumption values 38
ØAppliance settings 39
ØSensors – Your washing machine is so intelligent 40
Cleaning and maintenance
ØCare and maintenance 41
ØEmergency release 47
ØInformation on the display panel 48
ØFaults, what to do? 49
ØCustomer service 51
Installing the appliance
ØStandard accessories 52
ØInstallation 54
ØRemove transportation protection devices 57
ØConnecting the water 59
ØAlignment 62
ØElectrical connection 63
ØBefore the 1st washing 64
ØTransportation, e.g. if moving house 65
Index 66

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Before washing
Intended use
ØFor use in the household only.
ØThe washing machine is suitable for washing machine-
washable textiles and hand-washable wool in wash liquor.
ØThe washing machine is suitable to be operated with cold
drinking water and commercially available detergents and
care products which are suitable for use in washing
machines.
ØWhen dosing all detergents, cleaning aids, cleaning products
and cleaning agents, always follow the manufacturer's
instructions.
ØThe washing machine may be operated by children from 8
years of age, by persons who have limited physical, sensory
or mental abilities and by persons who have inadequate
experience or knowledge, provided they are supervised or
have been instructed by a responsible person.
ØKeep pets away from the washing machine!
Read and follow the operating and installation instructions and all
other information enclosed with the washing machine.
Retain documents for subsequent use.

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Safety instructions
mWarning!
Danger of death from electric shock!
Danger of death if live parts are touched.
– Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord.
– Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only.
mWarning!
Risk to children!
– Do not leave children unsupervised near the washing machine.
– Children must not play with the washing machine.
– This will prevent children from locking themselves in and
suffocating.
On redundant appliances:
– Pull out the mains plug!
– Sever the power cord and discard together with the plug.
– Destroy the lock on the washing-machine door.
– Children must not perform any cleaning or maintenance work
without supervision.
– When playing, children may become entangled in the
packaging/film and packaging parts or pull them over their
heads and suffocate.
Keep packaging, plastic film and packaging parts out of the reach
of children.
– When washing at high temperatures, the glass of the washing
machine door becomes hot.
Prevent children from touching the hot washing machine door.
– Detergents and care products may cause intoxication if
consumed or eye and skin irritation if touched.
Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children.
mWarning!
Risk of explosion!
Items of washing pretreated with solvent detergents, e.g. stain
remover/petroleum ether, may cause an explosion when the
washing machine has been loaded.
Before hand thoroughly rinse items of washing by hand.

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mCaution!
Danger of scalding!
When washing at high temperatures, you may be scalded if you
touch the hot wash liquor (e.g. if draining hot wash liquor into a
washbasin or if draining the washing machine in an emergency).
Allow detergent solution to cool down.
mCaution!
Risk of damaging appliance!
–Cover plate may break!
Do not climb on the washing machine.
–Opened washing machine door may break off or washing
machine may overturn!
Do not lean on the open washing machine door.
mCaution!
Danger when reaching into/gripping the rotating drum!
If you reach into the rotating drum, you may injure your hands.
Do not grip the rotating drum. Wait until the drum stops rotating.
mCaution!
Risk of coming into contact with liquid detergents/care products!
If the detergent drawer is opened while the washing machine is
running, detergent/care product may spray out.
Caution when opening the detergent drawer.
In case of eye/skin contact, rinse thoroughly.
If accidentally swallowed, seek medical advice.
mCaution!
Hazard due to detergent/softener running out of the dispensers!
Leaking detergent/softener may impair the function of the appliance,
e.g. damage to electronics.
Before transporting the appliance, always drain dispensers.

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Protection of the environment
Packaging/Old appliance
Hints and tips
ØUtilise the maximum amount of washing for the particular
programme.
ØWash normally soiled washing without Pre-wash.
ØDetergent dosage using the intelligent dosing system helps
save detergent and water.
ØEnergy saving mode: The display panel light goes out after
several minutes, inicio/pausa+carga
(Start/Pause+Reload) Üflashes. To activate the light, select
any button.
The energy-saving mode is not activated if a programme is
running.
ØThe selectable temperatures apply to the care labels on the
textiles. The temperatures in the machine may deviate from
this so that you get the optimum mix of energy-saving and
washing results.
ØAutomatic switch off: If the appliance is not operated for a
prolonged period, it automatically switches off before the
programme starts and when the programme has ended to
save energy. Switch on by pressing main switch # button.
ØIf the washing is then dried in the tumble dryer, select spin
speed according to the instructions of the dryer
manufacturer.
)Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive
2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic
appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE).
The guideline determines the framework for the return and
recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.

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The main points in brief
1@@@
Insert mains plug.
Turn the tap on.
Open the washing
machine door.
To switch on, press
the #button.
Select the
programme, e.g.
algodón/algodão
(Cottons).
2@ @
Dosage: automatic ú
Please load laundry: max. 9kg
Sort the washing. Insert the washing. Do not exceed maximum load.
3@ @
Close the washing
machine door.
If required, change programme settings of the
selected programme and select programme
settings/options.
Select inicio/
pausa+carga Ü
(Start/
Pause+Reload).
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vFinished, remove washing
End of the programme For switching the
machine on, press
the # button.
Turn off the mains
supply (for models
without Aqua-Stop).

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Getting to know your appliance
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Detergent drawer
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Intelligent Dosing System (i-Dos):
Your washing machine features an intelligent dosing system for liquid detergent and
softener. Dispensers i-Dos ô(1.3 l) and i-Dos iIô(0.5 l) in the detergent drawer are
used for this. You can select whether you want to use one liquid detergent and one
softener or two liquid detergents.
Depending on the selected programme and settings, the optimum amounts of detergent/
softener are dosed via the i-Dos containers.
At the factory the dosage has been preset for:
– i-Dos ô¨detergent for lightly soiled washing and
– i-Dos iIô©softener for normally soft washing.
Overview of the i-Dos settings starting on ~Page 22
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Dispenser ÀÁfor manual dosage. ~Page 37

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Operating elements/Display elements
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²All buttons are sensitive, they only need to be touched gently.
iIndicator lights for intelligent dosage
~Page 34
jButton ecoPerfect ¦~Page 16,
~Page 29
kPress the main switch #button. Switch
on and off the appliance.
lProgramme selector – can be rotated in
either direction. Programme Overview,
refer to ~Page 22
mButton speedPerfect G ~Page 16,
~Page 29
nButtons °C (Temperature), 0(Spin),
terminado en/em (Finish in) time
~Page 15, ~Page 29
oi-Dos iIôbutton, Dosage ~Page 17,
~Page 31
pi-Dos ôbutton, Dosage ~Page 17,
~Page 31
qinicio/pausa+carga Ü
(Start/Pause+Reload) button to start,
interrupt and cancel the programme (e.g.
reload washing).
hSimultaneously hold down ajustes
base 3s. (Basic Settings 3 sec.) for
appliance settings (end signal, button
signal, language, autom. switch off, i-Dos
settings) for approx. 3 seconds.
Overview of all settings ~Page 39
rDisplay panel for settings and
information.
sSelect ×menu (Options) for additional
programme options. ~Page 16
Overview of all options ~Page 31

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Operating the appliance
Before each washing
²–Install and connect washing machine properly.
Refer to ~Page 54
– Before the 1st wash, wash once without any washing.
~Page 64
1. Preparing the washing
Sorting the washing according to:
ØType of fabric/fibre.
ØColour.
ØSoiling.
ØFollow manufacturer’s care information.
ØCare label specifications:
Protecting the washing and the machine:
²– When dosing all detergents, cleaning aids, cleaning products
and cleaning agents, always follow the manufacturer's
instructions.
– Keep detergents and agents for the pretreatment of washing
(e.g. stain remover, prewash sprays, ...) away from the
surfaces of the washing machine. Using a damp cloth,
immediately remove any fine spray residue and other
residue/droplets.
– Empty pockets.
– Remove metal parts (paper clips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in the net/bag (tights, underwired bras).
– Close zips, button up covers.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or include in the net/bag.
– Wash new items separately.
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ŽDo not wash laundry in the washing machine.

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2. Preparing the appliance
Insert mains plug.
Turn on water tap.
3. Selecting a programme and putting the washing in the
drum
1. Open the washing machine door.
2. Check whether the drum has been completely emptied. If
required, empty. Otherwise, the load display may malfunction.
~Page 40
3. Press the #button. The appliance is switched on.
The Siemens logo is indicated on the display panel and all
programme indicator lamps are lit.
Then always the algodón/algodão (Cottons) programme
preset at the factory is displayed.
Displays for the algodón/algodão (Cottons) programme:
– The indicator lamp is lit on the programme selector and
the main menu for the selected programme is indicated
on the display panel.
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– In the shell grip of the detergent drawer the indicator lights
for intelligent dosage are lit if intelligent dosage has been
selected.
– For appliances with drum light:
After switching on the appliance, after opening and
closing the washing machine door as well as after starting
the programme, the drum is lit. The light goes out
automatically.
4. Select a programme.
You can use the saved programme
or select another programme, Programme overview, refer
to ~Page 22,
or select other programmes (see programas adic. (Others))
and choose one programme as follows:
e.g. Outdoor:
– Select programme using the buttons under the arrows.
The selection is acknowledged by a tick.
– Wait or back by pressing Main menu button, selected
programme is indicated on the display panel.
– To change the programme, select button under the black
highlighted programme and change programme.
5. Insert the washing.
The load screen for the selected programme (e.g. for
Cottons) is indicated on the display panel.
Displays for recommended dosage:
–Dosage: automatic, if intelligent dosage has been preset.
30 °C 800 01:04h
Lingerie
Additional programms Outdoor è
Rinse
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Please load laundry: max. 9kg

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–Dosage: ...%, recommended dosage if no intelligent
dosage preset, see Manual dosage. ~Page 37
²– Unfold and load presorted items of washing. Mix large and
small items. Washing items of different size distribute
themselves better during the spin cycle. Individual items of
washing may cause an unbalanced load. ~Page 40
– Do not load washing until the main menu for the saved
programme is displayed after the Siemens logo.
– The load screen is indicated when the door is opened or
when the amount of washing is changed.
– The load bar progresses as the washing machine is loaded. If
the max. load is exceeded, the bar flashes. Do not exceed
indicated max. load. Overfilling reduces the washing result
and encourages creasing.
4. Changing the settings of the selected programme
²Take care not to trap any items of clothing between the loading
door and rubber seal.
Close the door.
The main menu for the selected programme is indicated again on
the display panel.
You can use the displayed presettings or adjust the selected
programme optimally to the items of washing by changing the
presettings or selecting additional settings/options.
ØChange °C (Temperature), 0 (Spin), terminado en/em
(Finish in) time:
Selecting and changing e.g. the °C (Temperature):
The arrows on the display panel indicate which buttons are
used to change the settings. The settings are active without
acknowledgement and are displayed in the main menu.
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²– If the buttons are held down, the set values automatically run
through.
– The respective programme duration is displayed by selecting
the programme. The programme duration is adjusted while
the programme is running if the programme duration requires
changing, e.g. due to changes in the programme settings/
options, foam detection, unbalanced load detection, the load
or soiling.
ØecoPerfect ¦:
For saving energy with a comparable washing effect to the
standard programme. When selected, the display lamp is lit.
²The washing temperature is lower than the selected
temperature. For special hygiene requirements, we
recommend selecting a higher temperature or the
speedPerfect Goption.
ØspeedPerfect G:
For a shorter wash time with a comparable washing effect to
the standard programme. Observe maximum load. Refer
to ~Page 22 When selected, the display lamp is lit.
Øßmenu (Options). Overview of all options ~Page 31
Select ßmenu (Options) and e.g. zWater Plus button:
– Select option by pressing the two buttons displayed on the
left.
– Select/deselect option by pressing the two buttons
displayed on the right. The selected options are
immediately active.
In the case of multi-level settings keep touching the
buttons to run through the settings automatically.
– Wait or back to the main menu by pressing ßmenu
(Options) button.
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Øi-Dos iIôfor dosing a softener or a second liquid
detergent:
Selecting i-Dos iIôand changing dosage strength:
strong: for especially soft washing (softener) or for heavily
soiled or stained washing (detergent) when container
content: Detergent set
Øi-Dos ôfor dosing a liquid detergent:
Selecting i-Dos ôand changing dosage strength:
normal: for normally soiled washing.
²Do not manually dose additional detergent into detergent
drawer ÀÁ, if intelligent dosage for detergent has been
activated; prevents overdosage and foaming.
5. Starting the programme
ØSelect inicio/pausa+carga (Start/Pause+Reload) Ü. The
indicator light is on.
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Washing
During the wash cycle the programme progress is indicated by a
bar on the display panel. The bar progresses in the course of the
wash cycle and provides information about the current
programme progress.
The arrows are switched on and off according to the programme
progress. They indicate the programme settings/options which
can be changed/added as the programme progresses.
Some programme sequence steps explained:
ØLoad adjust active ~Page 40
ØPrewash, wash, rinse, spin, drain ... are displayed during the
wash cycle.
ØRinsing with aqua sensor ~Page 40
ØExtra rinse: foam
ØOther displays ~Page 48
During washing
ØChildlock
To prevent the set functions of the washing machine from
being accidentally changed, the childproof lock can be
activated.
Activate/deactivate: press terminado en/em (Finish in) for
approx. 5 seconds.
Display panel goes back to the Main menu after approx.
3 seconds.
If the programme selector is adjusted or a button is selected
while the childproof lock is active, the wsymbol flashes
briefly.
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ØTopping up washing
When the programme has started, washing can be reloaded
or taken out as required.
Select inicio/pausa+carga Ü(Start/Pause+Reload).
²– If there is a high water level, high temperature or if the drum
is rotating, the washing machine door remains locked for
reasons of safety and reload is not possible. Follow the
information on the display panel. To continue the programme,
select the inicio/pausa+carga Ü(Start/Pause+Reload)
button. The washing machine door is locked and the
programme continues automatically.
– Load display is not active during relosding.
– Do not leave washing machine door open for a prolonged
period – water could run out of the washing.
ØChanging the programme
if you have mistakenly started a wrong programme:
1. Select inicio/pausa+carga Ü(Start/Pause+Reload).
2. Select another programme.
3. Select inicio/pausa+carga Ü(Start/Pause+Reload). The
new programme starts from the beginning.
ØCancelling the programme
For programmes at high temperature:
1. Select inicio/pausa+carga Ü(Start/Pause+Reload).
2. Cool down washing: select Rinse (see programas adic.
(Others)).
3. Select inicio/pausa+carga Ü(Start/Pause+Reload).
For programmes at low temperature:
1. Select inicio/pausa+carga Ü(Start/Pause+Reload).
2. Select Spin or Drain (see programas adic. (Others)).
3. Select inicio/pausa+carga Ü(Start/Pause+Reload).
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ØEnd of programme by Rinse Hold
1. Select Spin (If required, adjust the spin speed) or Drain.
2. Select inicio/pausa+carga Ü(Start/Pause+Reload).
End of the programme
Finished, remove washing is indicated on the display panel.
If Foam has been detected is also indicated on the display panel,
the washing machine has detected too much foam during the
wash programme and therefore automatically activates additional
rinse cycles to eliminate the foam.
²Dose less detergent in the next wash cycle with the same load.
Reduce basic dosage. ~Page 35
Rinse hold reached:
Select "spin" or "drain"
and then "start".
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