Sorting and inserting the washing
Follow manufacturer’s care information!
According to the information on the care labels.
According to type; colour; soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed maximum load. a Page 7
Follow important instructions! aPage 9
Insert large and small items of washing!
Close the door. Do not jam items of washing between the washing machine
door and rubber seal.
Add detergent and care product
Dose according to:
amount of washing, soiling, water hardness (available from your water utility
company) and manufacturer’s instructions.
For models without insert for liquid detergent:
Pour liquid detergent into corresponding dispenser or place in drum.
Caution when opening the detergent drawer while the appliance is running!
Your washing machine Intended use
Contents Page
ʋ Intended use ....................................................................................... 1
ʋ Programmes........................................................................................ 1
ʋ Preparation .......................................................................................... 2
ʋ Selecting and adjusting a programme........................................... 3
ʋ Washing ........................................................................................... 3/4
ʋ After washing ...................................................................................... 4
ʋ Individual settings........................................................................... 5/6
ʋ Overview of programmes ................................................................. 7
ʋ Safety instructions .............................................................................. 8
ʋ Consumption values .......................................................................... 8
ʋ Important informations ...................................................................... 9
ʋ Care/Cleaning...................................................................................10
ʋ Information on the display panel................................................... 10
ʋ Maintenance...................................................................................... 11
ʋ What to do if … ......................................................................... 12/13
ʋ Emergency release ..........................................................................13
ʋ Customer service .............................................................................13
Protection of the environment/Hints and tips
– Utilise the maximum amount of washing for the particular
programme.
– Wash normally soiled washing without prewash.
– Instead of the Cottons Ê 90 °C programme, select
Eco p 60 °C. Comparable cleaning result with significantly lower
energy consumption.
– Meter detergent according to the manufacturer’s instructions
and water hardness.
– If the washing is then dried in the tumble dryer, select spin speed
according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Preparation
Before using your washing machine for the first time
wash once without any washing a Page 9
Selecting ** and adjusting a programme
1
2
Washing
Dispenser ~: Fabric softener, starch
Dispenser I: Detergent for prewash
ʋ for use in the household only,
ʋ for washing machine-washable textiles and hand-
washable wool in wash liquor,
ʋ to be operated with cold drinking water and commercially
available detergents and care products which are suitable
for use in washing machines.
ʋ The 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.
– Do not leave children unattended near the washing
machine!
– Children must not play with the appliance.
– Children must not perform any cleaning or
maintenance work without supervision!
– Keep pets away from the washing machine!
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric 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.
Checking the machine
– Never switch on a damaged machine!
– Inform your customer service!
Insert mains plug
– With dry hands only!
– Take hold of the plug only!
Turn on the tap
Washing
End of programme when ...
... §Ê is indicated on the display panel.
Cancelling the programme
For programmes at high temperature:
– Cool washing: Select Super 30’/Super 15’ .
– Press Start/Reload button.
For programmes at low temperature:
– Select Spin/
Empty l (if only a drained cycle
is required: Set Spin speed to - - - -).
– Press Start/Reload button.
Change programme if ...
... you have mistakenly selected a wrong programme:
– Reselect programme.
– Press Start/Reload button. The new programme
starts from the beginning.
Interrupt/continue
the wash cycle ...
... e.g. for Soaking. a Page 9
Press the Start/Reload button. ǯ (No) is indicated on
the display panel, washing machine door cannot be
opened. To continue the programme, press the Start/
Reload button.
Individual settings
ʑ
Function buttons
You can change the spin speed forehand and while the selected programme is running.
Effects depend on the programme progress.
Spin (Spin speed, revolutions per minute)/
;
(Rinse hold = without final
spin)
You can change the indicated spin speed or select ; (Rinse hold = without final spin cycle,
washing remains in the 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 displayed by selecting the programme.
The programme start can be delayed before the programme begins. The Finish in time can
be set in hour steps up to maximum 24h. Keep pressing the Finish in button until the
required number of hours is indicated (h=hour). Press Start/Reload button.
ʑ
Option buttons a Overview of programmes, Page 7
speedPerfect For washing in a shorter time with a washing result comparable to that
of the standard programme.
Maximum load size. aOverview of programmes, Page 7
Extra Rinse h Additional rinse cycle. Prolonged programme duration. For areas with
very soft water or for further improving the washing result.
ʑ
Childproof lock
s
on the display panel
Secure the washing machine to prevent the set functions from being
unintentionally changed.
ON/OFF: After the programme starts/ends press Start/Reload
for approx. 5 seconds.
Note: Childproof lock may remain activated until the next programme
starts, even after the machine has been switched off!
Then deactivate the childproof lock before the programme starts and,
if required, re-activate after the programme starts.
ʑ
Start/Reload
For starting or interrupting the wash cycle and to continue the programme and to activate/
deactivate the childproof lock.
3
Switching off
Set programme selector to Off.
Turn off tap
Not required for Aqua-Stop models.
a Notes, Installation instructions, Page 7
Remove the washing
Open washing machine door and remove washing.
If - - - - (Rinse hold = without final spin) active:
Set programme selector to Spin/Empty l or select
spin speed.
Press Start/Reload button.
– Remove any foreign objects – risk of rusting.
– Leave detergent drawer and door open so that
residual water can evaporate.
Congratulations – You have opted for a modern, high-quality
domestic appliance manufactured by Siemens. The washing machine
is distinguished by its economical consumption of water and energy.
Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly
to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
Further information on our products, accessories, spare parts and
services can be found at: www.siemens-home.com or contact our
customer service centres.
Environmental disposal
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
This appliance has been identified in accordance with the European
Directive 2002/96/EG on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE).
The Directive specifies the framework for an EU-wide valid return and
recycling of waste appliances.
Dispenser II: Detergent for main wash,
water softener, bleach, stain remover
Programmes
Detailled overview of programmes a Page 7
Spin speed can be selected individually irrespective of the
selected programme and programme progress.
Ê Cottons
Hard-wearing textiles
p Eco
o +Prewash Hardwearing textiles, Prewash at 30°C
Spin/Empty l Extra spin with selectable spin speed
or the rinsing water is drained after
- - - -c(Rinse hold = without final spin)
setting; set Spin (spin speed) to - - - -
É Wool d
Hand or machine-washable wool or
rich-wool textiles
5 Delicate/Silk
Delicate, washable textiles
Super 30’
Super 15’
Short programme
¸ Sportswear
Fabrics made from microfibre
Jeans Dark textiles
Ï Easy-Care Easy-care textiles
Selecting Start/Reload
If the function buttons are pressed
for longer time, the selected
display values will run auto-
matically!
** If the symbol s flashes on the
display panel, childproof lock
active. a Deactivate, Page 5
Functions and option buttons a
Individual settings, Page 5
Door handle
7
Siemens-Electrogeräte GmbH
Carl-Wery-Str. 34
81739 München/Deutschland
WS10O160BY 9000 729128
0212
Overview of programmes a Observe table of consumption values on Page 8 and instructions on Page 9!
* reduced load for speedPerfect option
Programmes without prewash – pour detergent into dispenser II, programmes with prewash – divide detergent between dispensers I and II.
Programmes °C max.
Type of washing
Options; information
Ê Cottons 20, 40, 60, 90 °C
6.0 kg/
3.5 kg *
Hard-wearing textiles, heat-resistant textiles made
of cotton or linen.
speedPerfect *, Extra Rinse h
o + Prewash 60 °C
Energy-intensive programme for heavily soiled hard-
wearing textiles made from cotton or linen.
p Eco 40, 60 °C 6.0 kg Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen. Extra Rinse h
Ï Easy-Care 40, 60 °C
3.0 kg
Easy-Care textiles made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres
or blended fabrics.
speedPerfect , Extra Rinse h
Jeans 30 °C Dark easy-care textiles.
speedPerfect , Extra Rinse h;
reduced rinse and final spin cycle
¸ Sportswear
40 °C
2.0 kg
Fabrics made from microfibre. speedPerfect , Extra Rinse h
5 Delicate/Silk 30 °C
For delicate, washable textiles, e.g.made of silk, satin,
synthetic fibres or blended fabrics.
speedPerfect , Extra Rinse h;
no spin cycle between the rinse cycles
É Wool d
30 °C
For hand and machine washable wool or wool-rich
textiles,e.g. cashmere, ohair or angora. Also suited for
hand washable silk.
especially gentle wash programme to prevent shrinkage, longer
programme pauses (textiles rest in wash liquor).
Super 30’
Super 15’
30 °C
3.5 kg/
2.0 kg *
Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen, short
programme.
speedPerfect *
Short programme, suited for slightly soiled laundry.
Additional programmes
Spin/Empty l