Siemens SIEMENS WM User manual

Category
Washing machines
Type
User manual

This manual is also suitable for

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Additional functions
See also Programme overview a page 7
speed 
Shorten the washing time.
eco¢
Shorten the washing time. For energy conservation.
Less ironâ
Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin.
Rinseplus h
Additional rinse cycles, extended washing time. For areas with very
soft water or for further improvement of the rinsing result.
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Start/Reload
For starting or pausing the programme, with the function of adding the laundry in the process.
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Signals
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Childproof lock s Programme will not be changed by accidental operation.
To activate the childproof lock:
After the programme starts or finish in time is activated a page 5, press and hold the Finish
in button for 5 seconds;
Release when the s symbol lights up. If button signal is on, an acoustic signal will be heard.
When the programme ends, is displayed. The door is closed. ssymbol and the Start/Reload
indicator remains on to remind you to deactivate the childproof lock.
To deactivate the childproof lock:
Touch the Finish in button until the s symbol turns off.
Release the button.
s symbol flashes if the programme has been changed while childproof lock is activated. The
original progranmme will go on running.
If the childproof lock is deactivated while the programme selector is in a different position from when
the childproof lock was activated, the running programme will be halted.
Set to
for at least 5
seconds
1 step
clockwise
Press and
hold and
1 step
clockwise
Button signals Information signals
Press the
(finish in) and
set volume*
Press the
(finish in) and
set volume*
1 step
clockwise
Set to
direct
*If required, set repeatedly
1.Activate setting
mode for signal
volume
2. Set volume for ...
Release
Programme ended when ...
... Start/Reload indicate light goes out and or
(if was selected, without drain) appears on the
display field, the buzzer sounds. Set volume of buzzer a
page 6.
If was selected, is displayed after the
programme ends, touch Start/Reload button:
The programme continues with draining the water and
spinning the laundry (the default spin speed can be
changed in advance).
If you only want to drain the water: touch the Start/
Reload button again before the spinning starts. The
programme is paused and the door lock is released.
You can remove the laundry.
6 Change the programme ...
If you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
Reselect the programme.
If necessary, set programe and select additional
functions. a page 5, 6.
Touch Start/Reload button, new programme starts.
Pause the programme ...
Touch the Start/Reload button.
Follow the instructions in the display field: when
lights up and appears in the displays, the door
can be opened. If required, add /remove a laundry item.
If and are displayed alternately, the door
cannot be opened due to a high water level in the drum,
a high temperature or the spin speed.
Touch Start/Reload button to continue the programme.
... or terminate the programme
Programmes with high temperature:
Cool down laundry: select Rinse.
Touch Start/Reload button.
Programmes at lower temperature:
Select Spin.
Select Start/Reload.
Sorting and loading the laundry
1
Observe the care information provided by the manufacturer.
Sort according to the information on the care labels.
Sort according to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load a Page 7.
Observe the instructions in the Important information section a Page 9!
Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.
Load both large and small items of laundry.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap any items of clothing
between the loading door and rubber seal.
Add detergent and care product
2
Add the appropriate dose according to:
Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturers instructions.
Models without insert for liquid detergent: pour liquid detergent into an
appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
During operation: close the detergent drawer.
Correct installation according to
separate installation instructions.
Check the machine
Never switch on a damaged machine.
Inform your customer service.
Insert mains plug
With dry hands only.
Only hold the plug itself.
Turn on the tap
Compartment II: Detergent for the main wash, water softener, stain
Your washing machine
Congratulations  you have opted for a modern, highquality
domestic appliance manufactured by Siemens. The washing
machine is distinguished by its economical energy consumption.
Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly to
ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
Intended use
Contents Page
ʋ Intended use ..................................................................................... 1
ʋ Preparation ...................................................................................... 2/3
ʋ Setting and adjusting the programmes ..................................... 3/4
ʋ Removing the laundry ...................................................................... 4
ʋ Display information, Options, Functions .................................. 5/6
ʋ Programme overview......................................................................... 7
ʋ Safety instructions ............................................................................. 8
ʋ Consumption values ....................................................................... 8
ʋ Important information ....................................................................... 9
ʋ Care ...................................................................................................10
ʋ Information on the display panel .................................................10
ʋ Maintenance .....................................................................................11
ʋ What to do if ....................................................................................12
ʋ Emergency release ..........................................................................13
ʋ
Customer service ........................................................................13
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
Load the maximum amount of laundry for the particular
programme.
Wash normally soiled laundry without Prewash.
Select Cottons 60°C and additional function of eco ¢ to reach
good cleaning result with significantly lower energy
consumption.
Does 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 the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Preparation
Before first wash cycle, run Drum clean programme without
any laundry to clean the drum a Page 9.
Setting and adjusting programmes
Programme selector Display panel/
Option buttons/
Additional functions
Start/
Reload
Programme selector for switching the
machine on and off and for selecting the
programme. Can be rotated in either
direction.
For additional functions and option
buttons, see the individual settings section
a page 5/6.
All buttons are sensitive, they only
need to be touched gently! If you
press and hold the °C Temp.,
c
Spin speed or
Finish in option
buttons, the setting options
automatically scroll through.
Close the washing
machine door
Touch Start / Reload
button
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Wash
Compartment ~ : Fabric softener
Compartment I: Detergent for prewash, pulp powder
ʋ For domestic use only.
ʋ For washing machinewashable fabrics in a detergent
solution.
ʋ To be operated with cold mains water and
commercially available low foam detergents and care
products which are suitable for use in washing
machines.
ʋ Operating conditions:
- ambient temperature 0-40°C.
- relative humidity of air: under 95% (tested at 25°C).
Do not leave children unattended near the
washing machine!
Keep pets away from the washing machine!
The washing machine is not to be used by
children or persons not familiar with the
operating instructions.
Install and operate the washing machine in a
room with a drain.
In order to ensure your safety, you must plug the
cable into a socket which conncted with reliable
earth correctly.
Do not wash the carpet.
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water. This
prevents blockages.
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Display symbols
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Display information
*Alternating desplay of load,
max. kg and time. Example of
display may vary depending on
models and selected
programme.
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Option buttons
You can change the spin
speed and temperature
beforehand and while the
selected programme is
running. The effects depending
on the progress of the
programme. For example, the
spin speed can not be
changed when spin
programme is running, the
default temperature can not be
changed when the machine is
heated.
o Prewash: On if prewash is selected.
t Washing: On if washing programme is selected.
m Rinse:On if rinse is selected.
c Spin:On if spin is selected, if flashesa page 10
xTapFlashing if tap was not opened or no water supply.
r
Door unlockedOn if door can be opened.
Overdosage
: On if too much detergent used.
sChildproof lock
:On if childproof lock is activated(Flashing
),if there is misoperation, Activate/deactivate childproof lock.
apage 6
, e.g. : max. spin speed for selected programme, or
setting: without drain
Kg e.g. :max. recommanded for selected programme,
a page 7, Programme overview.
Time, e.g. *: programme remaining time.
Finish-in time defined by user a see detail
on this page.
On if programme is in pause.
On if door can be opened when programe was
paused.
End of programme.
End of programme with the setting.

Set volume of signals and buzzera page 6
Information on the display a page 10
°C Temp:You can change the indicated washing temperature.
The maximum washing temperature which can be selected
depends on the programme that has been chosen a page 7.
Spin:You can change the indicated spin speed. The
maximum spin speed which can be selected depends on the
chosen programme. If is select, the load is held in the
rinsing water.
Finish in:When you select a programme, the respective
programme duration is displayed. You can delay the start of the
programme before it begins. The finish-in time indicates when
the programme will be finished. It can be set in hour increments
up to a maximum of 24h. Press and hold the (Finish in)
button until the required number of hours is shown (h=hour).
Select Start/Reload, the door is locked. You cannot set the
(Finish in) after the programme runs.
Removing laundry
Open washing machine door and remove laundry.
Turn off the tap
Switch off
Make sure that the programme is ended, and is
displayed. Set programme selector to Off.
GB Standards:
GB4706.1-2005
GB4706.24-2008
GB19606-2004
GB4343.1-2009
GB17625.1-2003
GB/T 4288-2008
GB12021.4-2004
Chief Distributor: BSH Home Appliances (China) Co., Ltd.
20, 21F CN International Mansion No. 129 Zhongshan Road
210005 Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, P.R.China
Programmes
Detailed programme overview a Page 7
Quick 15/30 Extra short program
Cottons Hard-wearing textiles
Prewash Heavily soiled hard-wearing textiles
Synthetics Synthetics, easy-care textiles
Mix Textiles made of cotton and synthetics
ÿ Wool Hand and machine-washable wool or
wool-rich textiles
Delicates/Silk Silk and delicate washable textiles
Shirts g
Program for Shirts/Blouses
Lingeries u
Delicate, washable underwear
Antibacteria
Program for allergic people and
advanced hygiene
Down Machine-washable textiles filed with
down
Curtains Curtains made of cotton, linen or
synthetics
Rinse Extra rinse with spin
Spin Additional spin cycle
Drum clean For drum hygiene or fluff removal
Detergent drawer
with dispenser I, II, ~
Control panel
Door handle
Service flap
5
Drum
Display information ,Options, Functions
Options, Functions
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Overview of programmes (See also information on
page
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Progarmmes
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max.
load
Type of laundry
Compartmen
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Rinse
cycles
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Quick 15/30 cold- 40 3.5/2.0*
Extra short program approx. 15 / 30 minutes, suitable for lightly soiled and small
amounts of laundry
2 (3)
Cottons
cold- 90
8.0/5.0*
Standard washing program for hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen.
2 (3)
Prewash
Energy-intensive program for heavily soiled hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or
linen.
2 (3)
Antibacteria cold- 60
Program special designed for allergic people and advanced hygiene, suitable for hard-
wearing textiles made of cotton or linen.
3 (4)
Synthetics
cold- 60
3.5
Textiles made of synthetic materials or blended fabrics.
3 (4)
Mix
Mixed load consisting of textiles made of cotton and synthetics.
3 (4)
Curtains cold- 40
Special designed program for curtains made of cotton, linen or synthetics.
3 (4)
Delicate/Silk
cold- 40
2.0
For delicate, washable textiles, e.g.made of silk, satin, synthetic fibres or blended
fabrics.
2 (3)
ÿ Wool
Hand and machine-washable wool or wool-rich textiles. Especially gentle wash
program to prevent shrinkage, longer program pauses (textiles rest in wash liquor)
e.g. cashmere, ohair or angora. Also suited for hand washable silk.
2
Down
cold- 60
Machine-washable textiles filed with down (e.g. jackets, pillows, blankets).
3 (4)
Shirts g
Suitable for Shirts/Blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetics fibres or blended fabrics. 2 (3)
Lingerie u
cold- 40 1.0
For delicate, washable underwear e.g. made of velvet, lace, Lycra, silk or satin.
2 (3)
Drum clean cold, 40, 90 0
Special program for drum hygiene or fluff removal
90° = antibacterial program, use no detergent
40° = antibacterial program, special drum cleaning detergent can be used
cold = fluff rinsing program, to remove fluff accumulated in the tub during drying
cycles
/
Rinse
8.0
Extra rinse with spin. 1 (2)
Spin Extra spin with selectable spin speed. /
The programmes are time-controlled for lightly soiled textiles. If textiles are heavily soiled, reduce the load and select additional function, e.g.Prewash.
Max. load according to GB 12021.4-2004.
* Additional function speed and eco¢can not be selected synchronously. If additional speed is selected, the defalut Max.load will be reduced accordingly.
** : Obligate; : optiona Values of rinse cycles:Defalut rinse cycles (Max. Rinse cycles after selecting Rinse plus function.)
BSH Electrical Appliances (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd.
No.208 Yaoxin Road, Nanjing Economy and Technology Development
Zone 210046, Jiangsu Province, P.R.China
WM12S3600W
9000784876
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Safety instructions
Read and follow the operating and installation instructions and all other information
enclosed with the washing machine.
Retain documents for subsequent use.
Risk of electric shock Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord.
Never insert/pull out the mains plug with damp hands.
Make sure the cable is pluged into a socket which conncted with
reliable earth correctly.
Risk of death 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.
This will prevent children from locking themselves in and
suffocating.
Risk of suffocation Keep packaging, plastic film and packaging parts out of the reach
of children.
Risk of poisioning Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children.
Risk of explosion Caused by detergents containing solvents, e.g. stain remover/
items of washing pretreated with solvent naphtha may cause an
explosion after being loaded into the washing machine. Rinse
such items thoroughly by hand before putting in the washing
machine.
Risk of injury Washing machine door may become very hot.
Take care when draining hot detergent solution.
Do not climb on the washing machine.
Do not lean on the open washing machine door.
Do not touch the drum in case it is still spinning.
Make sure the pump cap is screwed on when the machine is
running, avoid water leakage and touching the working
components of pump.
Consumption values
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Model
WM12S3600W
Grade* 1
Power consumption
(Kwh/cycle)
1.19
Water consumption
(L/cycle)
79
Washing efficiency 1.06
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Noise value**
Max. Spin value 68dB(A)
Max. Washing value 48dB(A)
* Energy consumption tested under standard programme Cottons 60 ºC, and additional
function of eco¢ according to GB12021.4-2004.
** Noise value tested according to GB19606-2004.
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Important information
Preparing/Protecting the washing and the machine
Empty pockets.
Remove metal parts (paper clips, etc.).
Turn inside out, e.g. knitwear, trousers, T-shirts and sweatshirts.
Make sure that the wire-cup bras are machine washable.
Wash delicates in a net/bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
Close zips, button up covers.
Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
Remove curtain hooks or place curtain in a net/bag.
Before washing for the first time
Do not put any washing in the washing machine. Turn on the tap, fill approx.1 litre of water
and then pour
½ measuring cup of detergent into dispenser II. Set the Drum clean 40 °C
programme and select Start/Reload. At the end of the programme, set the programme
selector to
Off.
Washing with different degrees of soiling
Wash new items separately.
Light Do not prewash.
Pretreat stains. Select Prewash or Cottons additional function.
Heavy Load less washing. Prewash.
Select Prewash or Cottons additional function.
Soaking Load washing of the same colour
Add the appropriate dose detergent into dispenser II according to manufactors instruction,
set the Cottons 30°C programme and select Start/Reload. After10 minutes, select Start/
Reload for soaking the laundry. When time is up, select Start/Reload to continue the
programme or select other washing programmes according to textiles.
Starching
Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener
Take starch suitable for 15 liter water and make it into liquid starch in accordance with the
manufactures instructions. Set the programme to Rinse. Select spin speed and then Start/
Reload. Add starch to dispenser I as soon as water flows into the machine. Close the
dispenser.
Dyeing/bleaching
Do not dye/bleach laundry in the washing machine.
.
Down
Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener
Special programme for washable clothes filled with down. Only wash down clothes, no down
pillows or bedding. Wash large items seperately. Dose detergent economically. Then dry the
down in dryer machine to avoid agglomeration.
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Risk of scalding!
Allow detergent solution to cool down!
Turn off the tap!
Maintenance
Drain pump blocked
Set programme selector to Off, pull out the mains plug.
1. Open service flap.
2. Take the drainage hose out of the holder.
3. Remove sealing cap, allow detergent solution to flow out. Have a suitable
container ready.
Push up the closing cap and place the drain hose back in its holder.
4. Carefully unscrew the pump cover (Caution! residual water).
Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housing (fan impeller
in the detergent-solution pump must rotate).
5. Reinsert and screw on pump cover. Handle should be vertical.
6. Close the service flap.
To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the outlet during the next
wash: Pour 1 litre of water into dispenser II and start the Spin programme.
Filter blocked in water inlet hose
Release water pressure in the supply hose:
1. Turn off the tap!
2. Select any programme (except Spin).
3. Press Start/Reload button. Leave programme for approx. 40 seconds.
4. Set programme selector to Off. Pull out the mains plug.
Clean the filter:
5. Disconnect the hose from the water tap.
Clean filter with small brush.
or
remove hose from the rear of the appliance.
Take out filter with pliers and clean.
6. Connect the hose and check for leaks.
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Emergency release e.g. in the event of power failure
If power cut when programme is running, the safety device will lock
the door to avoid water flow out of the machine.
The programme will continues to run when the power is restored.
The laundry can be removed when the programme ended.
Release emergency release to open the door if the laundry need to
remove immediately!
Risk of scalding.
The detergent solution and laundry may be hot.
If possible, leave it to cool down.
Do not reach into the drum if it is still rotating.
Do not open the washing machine door if water can be seen
through the glass.
Set the programme selector to Off and disconnect the mains
plug.
Drain the detergent solutiona Page 11
Pull the emergency release with a tool and release. The washing
machine door can then be opened.
Customer service
ʑ
Before calling the after-sales service, please check whether you can eliminate the fault
yourself.
a Operating instructions, Page 12; What to do if ...
ʑ
If you require advice, even during the warranty period, you will incure costs for the call-out of
a technician.
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You can find your nearest customer service in the enclosed list. Please give customer service
the detailed information of your address, telephone number, error description, phurchase
date, product number (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD) of the appliance to prevent
unnecessary call-outs. This will save your additional costs.
.
Product number Production number
This information can be found in the open door
and on the rear of the appliance.
Uniform customer service number in China: 400 889 9999
Consultation hotline: 800 828 9828
Fax: 025-84701672
Operating instructions
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Any failure and losses
caused by ingoring the
above mentioned items
and cautions mentioned
in the operation and
installation instruction
are not covered by our
warranty and liability.
Please keep all
documents in a safety
place for further
reference. If you have
any doubt, please
contact our local
service center.
-- Follow the safety
instructions on page 8!
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Read these instructions
before switching on the
washer dryer.Alao
follow the seperate
installation instrctions.
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Correct installation according to
separate installation instructions.
Check the machine
Never switch on a damaged machine.
Inform your customer service.
Insert mains plug
With dry hands only.
Only hold the plug itself.
Turn on the tap
Compartment II: Detergent for the main wash, water softener, stain
Your washing machine
Congratulations  you have opted for a modern, highquality
domestic appliance manufactured by Siemens. The washing
machine is distinguished by its economical energy consumption.
Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly to
ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
Intended use
Contents Page
ʋ Intended use ..................................................................................... 1
ʋ Preparation ...................................................................................... 2/3
ʋ Setting and adjusting the programmes ..................................... 3/4
ʋ Removing the laundry ...................................................................... 4
ʋ Display information, Options, Functions .................................. 5/6
ʋ Programme overview......................................................................... 7
ʋ Safety instructions ............................................................................. 8
ʋ Consumption values ....................................................................... 8
ʋ Important information ....................................................................... 9
ʋ Care ...................................................................................................10
ʋ Information on the display panel .................................................10
ʋ Maintenance .....................................................................................11
ʋ What to do if ....................................................................................12
ʋ Emergency release ..........................................................................13
ʋ
Customer service ........................................................................13
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
Load the maximum amount of laundry for the particular
programme.
Wash normally soiled laundry without Prewash.
Select Cottons 60°C and additional function of eco ¢ to reach
good cleaning result with significantly lower energy
consumption.
Does 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 the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Preparation
a
Programme selector Display panel/
Option buttons/
Additional functions
Programme selector for switching the
machine on and off and for selecting the
programme. Can be rotated in either
direction.
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
Compartment ~ : Fabric softener
Compartment I: Detergent for prewash, pulp powder
ʋ For domestic use only.
ʋ For washing machinewashable fabrics in a detergent
solution.
ʋ To be operated with cold mains water and
commercially available low foam detergents and care
products which are suitable for use in washing
machines.
ʋ Operating conditions:
- ambient temperature 0-40°C.
- relative humidity of air: under 95% (tested at 25°C).
Do not leave children unattended near the
washing machine!
Keep pets away from the washing machine!
The washing machine is not to be used by
children or persons not familiar with the
operating instructions.
Install and operate the washing machine in a
room with a drain.
In order to ensure your safety, you must plug the
cable into a socket which conncted with reliable
earth correctly.
Do not wash the carpet.
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GB Standards:
GB4706.1-2005
GB4706.24-2008
GB19606-2004
GB4343.1-2009
GB17625.1-2003
GB/T 4288-2008
GB12021.4-2004
Chief Distributor: BSH Home Appliances (China) Co., Ltd.
20, 21F CN International Mansion No. 129 Zhongshan Road
210005 Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, P.R.China
Programmes
Detailed programme overview
a Page 7
Quick 15/30 Extra short program
Cottons Hard-wearing textiles
Prewash Heavily soiled hard-wearing textiles
Synthetics Synthetics, easy-care textiles
Mix Textiles made of cotton and synthetics
ÿ Wool Hand and machine-washable wool or
wool-rich textiles
Delicates/Silk Silk and delicate washable textiles
Shirts g
Program for Shirts/Blouses
Lingeries u
Delicate, washable underwear
Antibacteria
Program for allergic people and
advanced hygiene
Down Machine-washable textiles filed with
down
Curtains Curtains made of cotton, linen or
synthetics
Rinse Extra rinse with spin
Spin Additional spin cycle
Drum clean For drum hygiene or fluff removal
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Programme ended when ...
... Start/Reload indicate light goes out and or
(if was selected, without drain) appears on the
display field, the buzzer sounds. Set volume of buzzer a
page 6.
If was selected, is displayed after the
programme ends, touch Start/Reload button:
The programme continues with draining the water and
spinning the laundry (the default spin speed can be
changed in advance).
If you only want to drain the water: touch the Start/
Reload button again before the spinning starts. The
programme is paused and the door lock is released.
You can remove the laundry.
6 Change the programme ...
If you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
Reselect the programme.
If necessary, set programe and select additional
functions. a page 5, 6.
Touch Start/Reload button, new programme starts.
Pause the programme ...
Touch the Start/Reload button.
Follow the instructions in the display field: when
lights up and appears in the displays, the door
can be opened. If required, add /remove a laundry item.
If and are displayed alternately, the door
cannot be opened due to a high water level in the drum,
a high temperature or the spin speed.
Touch Start/Reload button to continue the programme.
... or terminate the programme
Programmes with high temperature:
Cool down laundry: select Rinse.
Touch Start/Reload button.
Programmes at lower temperature:
Select Spin.
Select Start/Reload.
Sorting and loading the laundry
1
Observe the care information provided by the manufacturer.
Sort according to the information on the care labels.
Sort according to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load a Page 7.
Observe the instructions in the Important information section a Page 9!
Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.
Load both large and small items of laundry.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap any items of clothing
between the loading door and rubber seal.
Add detergent and care product
2
Add the appropriate dose according to:
Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturers instructions.
Models without insert for liquid detergent: pour liquid detergent into an
appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
During operation: close the detergent drawer.
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Before first wash cycle, run Drum clean programme without
any laundry to clean the drum a Page 9.
Setting and adjusting programmes
Start/
Reload
For additional functions and option
buttons, see the individual settings section
a page 5/6.
All buttons are sensitive, they only
need to be touched gently! If you
press and hold the °C Temp.,
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Spin speed or
Finish in option
buttons, the setting options
automatically scroll through.
Close the washing
machine door
Touch Start / Reload
button
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Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water. This
prevents blockages.
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Removing laundry
Open washing machine door and remove laundry.
Turn off the tap
Switch off
Make sure that the programme is ended, and is
displayed. Set programme selector to Off.
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Control panel
Door handle
Service flap
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Drum
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See also Programme overview a page 7
speed
Shorten the washing time.
eco¢
Shorten the washing time. For energy conservation.
Less ironâ
Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin.
Rinseplus h
Additional rinse cycles, extended washing time. For areas with very
soft water or for further improvement of the rinsing result.
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Start/Reload
For starting or pausing the programme, with the function of adding the laundry in the process.
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Signals
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Childproof lock s Programme will not be changed by accidental operation.
To activate the childproof lock:
After the programme starts or finish in time is activated a page 5, press and hold the Finish
in button for 5 seconds;
Release when the s symbol lights up. If button signal is on, an acoustic signal will be heard.
When the programme ends, is displayed. The door is closed. ssymbol and the Start/Reload
indicator remains on to remind you to deactivate the childproof lock.
To deactivate the childproof lock:
Touch the Finish in button until the s symbol turns off.
Release the button.
s symbol flashes if the programme has been changed while childproof lock is activated. The
original progranmme will go on running.
If the childproof lock is deactivated while the programme selector is in a different position from when
the childproof lock was activated, the running programme will be halted.
Set to
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Press and
hold and
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Button signals Information signals
Press the
(finish in) and
set volume*
Press the
(finish in) and
set volume*
1 step
clockwise
Set to
direct
*If required, set repeatedly
1.Activate setting
mode for signal
volume
2. Set volume for ...
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Display information
*Alternating desplay of load,
max. kg and time. Example of
display may vary depending on
models and selected
programme.
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Option buttons
You can change the spin
speed and temperature
beforehand and while the
selected programme is
running. The effects depending
on the progress of the
programme. For example, the
spin speed can not be
changed when spin
programme is running, the
default temperature can not be
changed when the machine is
heated.
o Prewash: On if prewash is selected.
t Washing: On if washing programme is selected.
m Rinse:On if rinse is selected.
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Spin:On if spin is selected, if flashesa page 10
xTapFlashing if tap was not opened or no water supply.
rDoor unlockedOn if door can be opened.
Overdosage: On if too much detergent used.
sChildproof lock :On if childproof lock is activated(Flashing
),if there is misoperation, Activate/deactivate childproof lock.
apage 6
, e.g. : max. spin speed for selected programme, or
setting: without drain
Kg e.g. :max. recommanded for selected programme,
a page 7, Programme overview.
Time, e.g. *: programme remaining time.
Finish-in time defined by user a see detail
on this page.
On if programme is in pause.
On if door can be opened when programe was
paused.
End of programme.
End of programme with the setting.

Set volume of signals and buzzera page 6
Information on the display a page 10
°C Temp:You can change the indicated washing temperature.
The maximum washing temperature which can be selected
depends on the programme that has been chosen a page 7.
Spin:You can change the indicated spin speed. The
maximum spin speed which can be selected depends on the
chosen programme. If is select, the load is held in the
rinsing water.
Finish in:When you select a programme, the respective
programme duration is displayed. You can delay the start of the
programme before it begins. The finish-in time indicates when
the programme will be finished. It can be set in hour increments
up to a maximum of 24h. Press and hold the (Finish in)
button until the required number of hours is shown (h=hour).
Select Start/Reload, the door is locked. You cannot set the
(Finish in) after the programme runs.
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Options, Functions
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Overview of programmes (See also information on
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Progarmmes
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Type of laundry
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Quick 15/30 cold- 40 3.5/2.0*
Extra short program approx. 15 / 30 minutes, suitable for lightly soiled and small
amounts of laundry
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Cottons
cold- 90
8.0/5.0
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Standard washing program for hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen.
2 (3)
Prewash
Energy-intensive program for heavily soiled hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or
linen.
2 (3)
Antibacteria cold- 60
Program special designed for allergic people and advanced hygiene, suitable for hard-
wearing textiles made of cotton or linen.
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Synthetics
cold- 60
3.5
Textiles made of synthetic materials or blended fabrics.
3 (4)
Mix
Mixed load consisting of textiles made of cotton and synthetics.
3 (4)
Curtains cold- 40
Special designed program for curtains made of cotton, linen or synthetics.
3 (4)
Delicate/Silk
cold- 40
2.0
For delicate, washable textiles, e.g.made of silk, satin, synthetic fibres or blended
fabrics.
2 (3)
ÿ Wool
Hand and machine-washable wool or wool-rich textiles. Especially gentle wash
program to prevent shrinkage, longer program pauses (textiles rest in wash liquor)
e.g. cashmere, ohair or angora. Also suited for hand washable silk.
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Down
cold- 60
Machine-washable textiles filed with down (e.g. jackets, pillows, blankets).
3 (4)
Shirts g
Suitable for Shirts/Blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetics fibres or blended fabrics. 2 (3)
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For delicate, washable underwear e.g. made of velvet, lace, Lycra, silk or satin.
2 (3)
Drum clean cold, 40, 90 0
Special program for drum hygiene or fluff removal
90° = antibacterial program, use no detergent
40° = antibacterial program, special drum cleaning detergent can be used
cold = fluff rinsing program, to remove fluff accumulated in the tub during drying
cycles
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Rinse
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Extra rinse with spin. 1 (2)
Spin Extra spin with selectable spin speed. /
The programmes are time-controlled for lightly soiled textiles. If textiles are heavily soiled, reduce the load and select additional function, e.g.Prewash.
Max. load according to GB 12021.4-2004.
* Additional function speed and eco¢can not be selected synchronously. If additional speed is selected, the defalut Max.load will be reduced accordingly.
** : Obligate; : optiona Values of rinse cycles:Defalut rinse cycles (Max. Rinse cycles after selecting Rinse plus function.)
BSH Electrical Appliances (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd.
No.208 Yaoxin Road, Nanjing Economy and Technology Development
Zone 210046, Jiangsu Province, P.R.China
WM12S3600W
9000784876
1112
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Safety instructions
Read and follow the operating and installation instructions and all other information
enclosed with the washing machine.
Retain documents for subsequent use.
Risk of electric shock Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord.
Never insert/pull out the mains plug with damp hands.
Make sure the cable is pluged into a socket which conncted with
reliable earth correctly.
Risk of death 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.
This will prevent children from locking themselves in and
suffocating.
Risk of suffocation Keep packaging, plastic film and packaging parts out of the reach
of children.
Risk of poisioning Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children.
Risk of explosion Caused by detergents containing solvents, e.g. stain remover/
items of washing pretreated with solvent naphtha may cause an
explosion after being loaded into the washing machine. Rinse
such items thoroughly by hand before putting in the washing
machine.
Risk of injury Washing machine door may become very hot.
Take care when draining hot detergent solution.
Do not climb on the washing machine.
Do not lean on the open washing machine door.
Do not touch the drum in case it is still spinning.
Make sure the pump cap is screwed on when the machine is
running, avoid water leakage and touching the working
components of pump.
Consumption values
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Model
WM12S3600W
Grade* 1
Power consumption
(Kwh/cycle)
1.19
Water consumption
(L/cycle)
79
Washing efficiency 1.06
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Noise value**
Max. Spin value 68dB(A)
Max. Washing value 48dB(A)
* Energy consumption tested under standard programme Cottons 60 ºC, and additional
function of eco¢ according to GB12021.4-2004.
** Noise value tested according to GB19606-2004.
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Risk of electric shock!
Pull out the mains plug!
Risk of explosion! No solvents!
Care
Machine housing, control panel
Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive detergents.
Immediately remove washing and cleaning agent residue.
Do not clean the appliance with a water jet.
Clean the detergent drawer
... if it contains detergent or fabric softener residue.
1. Pull out the drawer up to the stop position, press down the latch on the
insert and remove the drawer completely.
2. Remove insert: Press the insert upwards with your finger.
3. Clean the detergent dispenser and the insert with water and a brush.
4. Refit the insert and secure in place (the cylinder should fit over the guide
pin).
5. Insert the detergent drawer.
Leave the detergent drawer open so that residual water can evaporate.
Clean the drum
Leave the washing machine door open so that the drum can dry.
Rust stains  use chlorinefree cleaning agent, not steel wool.
Descaling No washing in the machine!
This should not be necessary if the detergent is dispensed correctly. However, follow the
instructions of the descaler manufacturer.
Information on the display panel depending on model
Please close the door immediately because of rising water level; in pause status,
and are displayed alternately. Please close the door.
Door is locked due to safety reasons (water level above door lock level and/or
temperature level above door lock temperature); in pause status, and
are displayed alternately. If you need to open the door, wait for the temperature to
drop or drain the water, e.g. select Spin programme.
Door cannot be locked/unlocked due to high temperature of the door lock coil. Wait
a moment and try again. Or switch off the machine, then switch on the machine
again in 5 seconds. The machine can be locked/unlocked.
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Open the tap.
Inlet filter blocked. Clean filter a Page 11.
Supply hose kinked or blocked.
The symbol flashes, indicating the laundry inside are unbalanced. The washing
machines unbalanced load detection system can not adjust the imbalance.To
protect the mechanical systems, the machine will not achieve the highest spin
speed, and the laundry can not be spinned completely. Please wash small and
large items of laundry together.
Clean detergent solution pump a Page 11;
outlet pipe/drainage hose blocked, clean it.
other displays
Switch off the appliance, wait 5 seconds and switch it back on.
If the display appears again, call the after-sales services
a Page 13 or the the Warranty Card.
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Risk of scalding!
Allow detergent solution to cool down!
Turn off the tap!
Maintenance
Drain pump blocked
Set programme selector to Off, pull out the mains plug.
1. Open service flap.
2. Take the drainage hose out of the holder.
3. Remove sealing cap, allow detergent solution to flow out. Have a suitable
container ready.
Push up the closing cap and place the drain hose back in its holder.
4. Carefully unscrew the pump cover (Caution! residual water).
Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housing (fan impeller
in the detergent-solution pump must rotate).
5. Reinsert and screw on pump cover. Handle should be vertical.
6. Close the service flap.
To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the outlet during the next
wash: Pour 1 litre of water into dispenser II and start the Spin programme.
Filter blocked in water inlet hose
Release water pressure in the supply hose:
1. Turn off the tap!
2. Select any programme (except Spin).
3. Press Start/Reload button. Leave programme for approx. 40 seconds.
4. Set programme selector to
Off. Pull out the mains plug.
Clean the filter:
5. Disconnect the hose from the water tap.
Clean filter with small brush.
or
remove hose from the rear of the appliance.
Take out filter with pliers and clean.
6. Connect the hose and check for leaks.
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What to do if ...
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Water is running out. Fit/refit drainage hose correctly.
Tighten screwfitting on the supply hose.
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Water not flowing in.
Detergent not washed in.
Start/Reload not selected?
Tap not open?
Filter blocked? Clean filtera Page 11.
Supply hose kinked or jammed?
There is water in the drum?
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Washing machine door cannot be
opened.
Safety function active. Programme stopped? a Page 4.
(without final spin) selected? a Page 5.
Can be opened via emergency release only aPage 13
Childproof lock activated?Deactivate childproof
lockaPage 6
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Programme does not start.
Start/Reload or (Finish in) selected?
Washing machine door closed?
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Additional function could not
activate for selected programme.
If the additional function is selectable? aPage 7,
programme overview
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Water is not drained
Clean the pump a Page 11.
Clean outlet pipe and/or drainage hose.
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Water not visible in the drum. Not a fault - water below the visible area.
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Spin result not satisfactory. Wash small and large items of washing together.
â(Less Iron) selected? aPage 6.
Speed selected too low?a Page 5.
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Spin cycle actuated several times. Not a fault - unbalanced load detection system adjusts
imbalance.
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Dispenser ~ not completely rinsed
out.
Remove the insert. Clean detergent drawer and insert
aPage 10.
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Stain formation in the washing
machine.
Run Drum Clean 90 ºC programme without washing.
Use standard detergent.
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Foam is coming out of the
detergent drawer.
Too much detergent used?
Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric conditioner with ½ litre of
water and pour into dispenser II in the detergent drawer.
Reduce detergent dosage for the next wash cycle.
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Excessive noise, vibrations and
wandering during spin cycle.
Appliance feet fixed?
Secure appliance feet aInstallation instructions, Page
5.
Transportation safety devices removed?
Remove transportation protection devices
a Installation instructions, Page 3.
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Display panel/indicator lights do
not function while the appliance is
running.
Power failure?
Circuit breaker tripped? Reset the circuit breaker /
change the fuse.
If the fault occurs repeatedly, call the after-sales service.
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Programme sequence longer than
usual
Not a fault-unbalanced load detection system adjust
imbalance by repeatedly distributing the laundry .
Not a fault-foam detection sysytem active.
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Detergent residues on the laundry Occasionally, phosphate-free detergents contain water-
insoluble residues.
Select Rinse or brush off residues when the laundry is
dry.
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If you cannot correct a fault yourself or a repair is required:
Set the programme selector to
Off and pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Turn off the tap and call the after-sales services.
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Emergency release e.g. in the event of power failure
If power cut when programme is running, the safety device will lock
the door to avoid water flow out of the machine.
The programme will continues to run when the power is restored.
The laundry can be removed when the programme ended.
Release emergency release to open the door if the laundry need to
remove immediately!
Risk of scalding.
The detergent solution and laundry may be hot.
If possible, leave it to cool down.
Do not reach into the drum if it is still rotating.
Do not open the washing machine door if water can be seen
through the glass.
Set the programme selector to Off and disconnect the mains
plug.
Drain the detergent solutiona Page 11
Pull the emergency release with a tool and release. The washing
machine door can then be opened.
Customer service
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Before calling the after-sales service, please check whether you can eliminate the fault
yourself.
a Operating instructions, Page 12; What to do if ...
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If you require advice, even during the warranty period, you will incure costs for the call-out of
a technician.
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You can find your nearest customer service in the enclosed list. Please give customer service
the detailed information of your address, telephone number, error description, phurchase
date, product number (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD) of the appliance to prevent
unnecessary call-outs. This will save your additional costs.
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Product number Production number
This information can be found in the open door
and on the rear of the appliance.
Uniform customer service number in China: 400 889 9999
Consultation hotline: 800 828 9828
Fax: 025-84701672
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Any failure and losses
caused by ingoring the
above mentioned items
and cautions mentioned
in the operation and
installation instruction
are not covered by our
warranty and liability.
Please keep all
documents in a safety
place for further
reference. If you have
any doubt, please
contact our local
service center.
-- Follow the safety
instructions on page 8!
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Read these instructions
before switching on the
washer dryer.Alao
follow the seperate
installation instrctions.
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