Siemens WM14E469BY Operating Instructions Manual

Your washing machine Intended use
Congratulations You have opted for a modern, high-quality for domestic use only,
domestic appliance manufactured by Siemens. This washing for washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-wash-
machine is distinguished by its economical water and energy
able wool in detergent solution,
consumption. to be operated with cold drinking water and commer-
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly
cially available detergents and care products which are
to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition. suitable for use in washing machines.
.
Further information: www.siemens-home.com – Do not leave children unattended near the
washing machine.
You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service – The washing machine is not to be used by
here or in the after-sales service directory (depending on model). children or persons not familiar with the
GB 0844 8928999 operating instructions.
Calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence per – Keep pets away from the washing machine.
minute. A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply.
IE 01450 2655
Environmentally friendly waste disposal
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-responsible 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.
Contents
Page
Intended use .......................................................................................1
Programmes ........................................................................................1
Programmes
Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3 Detailed overview of programmes page 7.
Washing ...........................................................................................3/4
Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually, irrespective of the
After washing ......................................................................................4
selected programme and programme progress.
Individual settings ..........................................................................5/6
Important information ...................................................................... 6 Cottons Hard-wearing fabrics
Overview of programmes ................................................................7
+ Prewash Hard-wearing fabrics, pre-wash at 30 °C
Safety instructions .............................................................................8
Easy-Care Easy-care fabrics
Consumption values .........................................................................8
Care .....................................................................................................9 + Prewash Easy-care fabrics, pre-wash at 30 °C
Information on the display panel ....................................................9
Mix Different types of laundry
Maintenance .................................................................................... 10
What to do if... .................................................................................. 11 Delicate / Silk Delicate washable fabrics
/ Wool Hand/machine-washable wool
Rinse With subsequent spin
Spin Laundry washed by hand
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
Empty Drain rinsing water for (without final spin)
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of
laundry for the relevant programme.
Super 15' Short programme
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a pre-wash.
Sportswear Fabrics made from microfibre
– The selectable temperatures apply to the care labels on the
textiles. The temperatures in the machine may deviate from this
Outdoor All-weather, sports and outdoor fabrics
so that you get the optimum mix of energy-saving and washing
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results.
Shirts / Business No-iron shirts
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's
instructions and water hardness. Jeans Dark-coloured fabrics
– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select the spin
speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
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Preparation Before washing for the first time
Wash once without any laundry
Correct installation according to the Sorting and loading laundry
separate Installation instructions.
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
According to the information on the care labels.
Checking the machine
According to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load
– Never use a damaged machine.
Observe the important information
– Inform customer service.
Insert large and small items of laundry.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap items of laundry
Connecting the mains plug
between the washing machine door and the rubber seal.
Make sure your hands are dry.
Add detergent and care products
Take hold of the plug only.
Measure accordingly:
Turning the tap on Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturer's instructions.
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Compartment II: Detergent for the main wash, water
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
softener, bleach, stain remover
This prevents blockages.
Compartment : Fabric softener, starch
Compartment I: Detergent for pre-wash
Setting** and adjusting programmes
** If the symbol flashes in the
display panel, the childproof lock
Programme selector Display panel / Additional Start/
is active Deactivate, page 5.
options buttons functions Reload
Additional functions and options
buttons Individual settings,
page 5.
Start/Reload
All buttons are sensitive and need
only to be touched lightly. If the
buttons are held for longer, the
appliance automatically runs
nu through the setting options.
- 90 °C Temp.°C Select the temperature ( = cold)
Programme selector for
switching the machine on
- 1200* (rpm) Select the spin speed (*depending on the model) or (no final
and off and for selecting spin, laundry soaks in the last rinsing water, display panel - - -)
the programme. Can be
turned in either direction. 1 - 24h (Finished in) Programme end after
Status displays Programme sequence displays:
-0- Wash, rinse, spin, programme duration or end (-0-)
Childproof lock page 5
Open the washing machine door, reload laundry page 4, 5
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Washing Removing the washing
page 9.
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If (without final spin) is active: Turn the programme
selector to Empty or select the spin speed.
Press Start/Reload.
– Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.
Detergent drawer with – Leave the washing machine door and detergent
page 7.
compartments I, II,
drawer open so that any residual water can
page 6.
evaporate.
Drum
Turning the tap off
Control panel
Not required for Aqua-Stop models
instructions
Washing machine
door
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
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End of programme when ...
... Start/Reload flashes and -0- appears on the display
panel.
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
– Cool washing: Choose Rinse.
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– Press Start/Reload.
Programmes at lower temperatures:
– Choose Spin or Empty.
– Press Start/Reload.
Service flap
Changing the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
– Press Start/Reload. The new programme starts from
the beginning.
Washing
Reloading laundry, if ...
... Press Start/Reload, both the symbols YES and +
are lit in the display panel. If NO is lit, the washing machine
door cannot be opened.
– Press Start/Reload.
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Individual settings
Options buttons
You can change the spin speed and the temperature before the selected programme starts
and while it is running. The effects depend on the programme progress.
°C (Temperature)
You can change the displayed washing temperature. The maximum selectable temperature
depends on the current programme.
(Spin speed in rpm / without final spin)
You can change the displayed spin speed. The maximum selectable spin speed depends on
the model and on which programme is currently selected.
Refer to installation
(Finished in)
When you select the programme, the relevant programme duration is displayed. You can
delay the start of the programme before it begins. The "Finished in" time can be set in
increments of one hour up to a maximum of 24 hours. Press the (Finished in) button
repeatedly until the required number of hours is displayed (h = hour). Press Start/Reload.
Additional functions and overview of programmes, see page 7
speedPerfect For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to
that of the standard programme. Maximum load Overview of
programmes, page 7.
ecoPerfect Energy-optimised washing by reducing the temperature while
achieving a consistent washing result. The washing temperature is
lower than the selected temperature. For special hygiene
requirements, it is recommended that a higher temperature be
selected or the SpeedPerfect option page 7.
(Easy-Iron) Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. More gentle final spin
- residual moisture in the laundry slightly increased.
(Extra rinse) Additional rinse cycle. For areas with very soft water or for further
enhancing the spin result.
Childproof lock and reloading
You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have
Childproof lock/ set from being changed inadvertently.
Appliance lock ON/OFF: Press and hold the Start/Reload button for 5 seconds
after the start/end of the programme.
Note: The childproof lock can remain activated until you wish to start
the next programme, even after switching off the machine.
Then you can deactivate the childproof lock before the start of the
programme and activate it again as necessary once the programme
has started.
YES + If you want to add subsequent items of laundry after the programme
Reload has started, press the Start/Reload button. The machine checks
whether reloading is possible.
YES + illuminated: Reloading is possible.
NO flashes: wait until YES + light up.
Note: do not open the door until both the YES + symbols are lit.
NO: It is not possible to reload.
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Note: For safety reasons, the washing machine door remains locked
when the water level and/or temperature is high, or during spinning.
To continue the programme, press the Start/Reload button.
Start/Reload
To start the programme or to subsequently load additional laundry, and to activate/deactivate
the childproof lock.
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Individual settings
Signal
1. Activating the
mode for setting
the signal volume
Set to 1 step, the press and hold + 1 step, release
display panel
lights up
Button signals Information signals
2. Setting the
volume for ...
direct
* you may need to select Setting the 1 step Setting the Set to
the function several times.
volume* volume*
Important information
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– When determining the dosage of all washing powders, additives and cleaning agents, you must follow the
manufacturer's instructions.
– Empty pockets.
– Look out for metal items (paperclips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in a laundry bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag.
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
speedPerfect.
light Do not pre-wash. If required, choose the additional function
Pre-treat any stains as necessary.
intense Do not load as much laundry.
Choose a programme with pre-wash.
Soaking
Load laundry of the same colour
Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment II in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Turn the
programme selector to Cottons 30 °C and press Start/Reload. After approx. 10 minutes, press Start/
Reload to pause the programme. Once the required soaking time has elapsed, press Start/Reload again to
continue the programme, or select a different programme.
Starching
Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener
Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour the starch in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions into fabric softener compartment (rinse first if necessary).
Dyeing / Bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stainless steel. Always follow the dye
manufacturer's instructions! Do not use the washing machine for bleaching clothes!
Outdoor Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener
Special detergent is available for machine washing, particularly in sports shops. Dosage according to the
manufacturer's instructions. Place the special detergent for outdoor clothing in compartment II.
Turn the programme selector to Outdoor. Press Temperature and Start/Reload.
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