Siemens WM16W468DN Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

Siemens WM16W468DN Instruction Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Washing machine WM16W468DN siemens-home.bsh-group.com/welcome Register your product online...
  • Page 2 Your new washing machine Note/tip Information about the optimum use of You have chosen a Siemens washing the appliance/any other useful machine. information. Please take a few minutes to read and 1. 2. 3. / a) b) c) become familiar with the advantages of your washing machine.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents e n I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l a n d I n s t a l l a t i o n I n s t r u c t i o n s Intended use.
  • Page 4 Cleaning and maintenance . . . 26 Aqua-Stop warranty ..45 Machine housing/control panel ..27 Drum ......27 Descaling.
  • Page 5: Intended Use

    Intended use Intended use For private domestic use only. ■ I n t e n d e d u s e The washing machine is suitable for ■ washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool in detergent solution. To be operated with cold mains ■...
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Reaching into the drum Safety instructions ■ when it is turning can cause injuries to hands. E lectrical safety Do not reach into the drum S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s when it is turning.
  • Page 7 Safety instructions Warning Warning Danger of death! Eye/skin irritation! Children may lock themselves Detergents and care products in appliances, putting their lives may cause irritation if they at risk. come into contact with the eyes For appliances that have or skin. reached the end of their service Keep detergents and care life:...
  • Page 8: Environmental Protection

    Environmental protection The selectable temperatures apply ■ Environmental to the care labels on the textiles. The temperatures in the machine may protection deviate from this so that you get the optimum mix of energy-saving and P ackaging/used appliance washing results. E n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n Dispose of packaging in an Energy-saving mode: The display...
  • Page 9: Main Points In Brief

    Main points in brief Main points in brief M a i n p o i n t s i n b r i e f Connect the mains Open the door. To switch on, press Select a plug. Turn on the the # button.
  • Page 10: Getting To Know The Appliance

    Getting to know the appliance Getting to know the appliance W ashing machine G e t t i n g t o k n o w t h e a p p l i a n c e Detergent drawer ~ Page 21 Operating/display panel Door with door handle 9S Open the door...
  • Page 11: Control Panel

    Getting to know the appliance Control panel All the buttons are sensitive Note: H Changing the default programme (except for the main switch) and only settings: ~ Page 19 need to be pressed lightly. Temperature (°C), ■ Spin speed (0), ■...
  • Page 12: Display Panel

    Getting to know the appliance Display panel Further information Programme progress: Prewash* Washing ¼ Rinse ¬ Spin - 0 - Programme end Programme end during Rinse Stop - P - Pause, e.g. to reload laundry Default programme settings: ( Temperature in °C Washing machine door: Ž...
  • Page 13: Laundry

    Laundry Some examples of soiling levels can Laundry be found on ~ Page 14 – Light: Do not prewash, select the P repare the laundry speedPerfect G setting if L a u n d r y necessary Caution! – Normal Damage to the appliance/fabrics –...
  • Page 14: Detergent

    Detergent Saving energy and detergent Detergent For light and normal soiling, you can C orrect selection of detergent save energy (lower washing D e t e r g e n t temperature) and detergent. The care label is crucial for selecting the correct detergent, temperature and Saving Soiling/note...
  • Page 15: Overview Of Programmes

    Overview of programmes Overview of programmes P rogrammes on the programme selector O v e r v i e w o f p r o g r a m m e s Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Programme name Max. load Brief explanation of the programme and for which fabrics it is Temperature that can be selected suitable.
  • Page 16 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings Delicate / Silk Max. 2 kg For delicate, washable fabrics, e.g. made of silk, satin, synthetic Ž - 40 °C fibres or blends (e.g. silk blouses, silk scarves) $ - 800 rpm Use a detergent suitable for machine-washing delicates Note: .
  • Page 17 Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Hygiene Max. 7 kg/5* kg Hard-wearing fabrics made of cotton or linen Ž - 60 °C Note: . Particularly suited to washing items that need to be $ - 1600** rpm hygienically clean and especially kind to sensitive skin thanks to ecoPerfect ¦, speedPerfect G, the longer wash cycle at a defined temperature, higher water level and longer spin cycle.
  • Page 18: Starching

    Overview of programmes Programme/type of laundry/information Settings *** Duvet Max. 2.5 kg Machine-washable items stuffed with synthetic fibres, such as Ž - 60 °C pillows, quilts and bedspreads; also suitable for items stuffed $ - 1200 rpm with down ecoPerfect ¦, speedPerfect G, Note: .
  • Page 19: Programme Default Settings

    Programme default settings Ready in Programme default settings Before starting the programme, you can preselect the programme end T he default programme settings are P r o g r a m m e d e f a u l t s e t t i n g s displayed in the display panel after ("Ready in"...
  • Page 20: Additional Programme Settings

    Additional programme settings Additional programme Operating the settings appliance P reparing the washing An overview of all additional settings, A d d i t i o n a l p r o g r a m m e s e t t i n g s O p e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e which can be selected depending on machine...
  • Page 21: Placing Laundry Into The Drum

    Operating the appliance The indicator lamp on the programme selector lights up and the default programme settings for the selected programme appear in the display panel: Temperature ■ Spin speed and ■ The maximum load and the duration ■ of the programme (alternately) The Ü...
  • Page 22: Change The Programme Default Settings

    Operating the appliance Position the measuring aid for dosing Filling the correct amount of liquid detergent: Warning Pull out the detergent drawer. Press Eye/skin irritation! down the insert and fully remove the Detergents and care products may drawer. spray out if the detergent drawer is Slide the measuring aid forwards, opened while the machine is in fold it down and click it into place.
  • Page 23: Select Additional Programme

    Operating the appliance Select additional programme Child lock settings (w 3 sec.) By selecting additional settings, you can You can lock the washing machine to better adapt the washing process to prevent the functions you have set from your items of laundry. being changed inadvertently.
  • Page 24: Changing The Programme

    Operating the appliance Programme end Notes Do not leave the door open for too ■ - 0 - and Ï appear in the display panel. long when adding laundry as water The Ü button indicator lamp is off. from the laundry may leak out. For safety reasons, the door remains ■...
  • Page 25: Appliance Settings

    Appliance settings Changing the signal volume Appliance settings Use the Ready in + or - button to Y ou can change the following settings: change the following settings at the A p p l i a n c e s e t t i n g s corresponding programme selector The volume of the buttons and ■...
  • Page 26: Sensors

    Sensors Sensors Cleaning and maintenance A utomatic load sensing S e n s o r s Warning Depending on the type of fabric and C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e Danger of death! load, the automatic load sensing There is a risk of electric shock if you...
  • Page 27: Machine Housing/Control Panel

    Cleaning and maintenance Machine housing/control Detergent drawer and housing panel If the washing machine contains detergent or fabric softener residues: Wipe the housing and the control ■ Pull out the detergent drawer. Press panel with a soft, damp cloth. down the insert and fully remove the Remove the detergent residue ■...
  • Page 28: The Drain Pump Is Blocked, Emergency Draining

    Cleaning and maintenance The drain pump is blocked, emergency draining Warning Risk of scalding! When you wash at high temperatures, the water gets very hot. If you come into contact with the hot water, you may be Place the service flap back on, lock it into place, and close it.
  • Page 29: Filter In The Water Supply Blocked

    Cleaning and maintenance Filter in the water supply blocked First, reduce the water pressure in the supply hose: Turn off the tap. Select any programme (except Rinse/Spin/Empty). Press the Ü button. Allow the programme to run for approximately 40 seconds. Press the # button.
  • Page 30: Faults And What To Do About Them

    Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. E mergency release F a u l t s a n d w h a t t o d o a b o u t t h e m . E.g.
  • Page 31: Information On The Display Panel

    Faults and what to do about them. Information on the display panel Display Cause/Remedy - P - and Ï The door is unlocked. It is possible to add laundry. - P - The temperature is too high. Wait until the temperature drops. ■...
  • Page 32: Faults And What To Do About Them

    Faults and what to do about them. Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy Water is leaking from the Attach the drain hose correctly or replace it. ■ machine. Tighten the screw fitting on the supply hose. ■ The machine is not filling Have you pressed the Ü...
  • Page 33 Faults and what to do about them. Faults Cause/Remedy Odours in the washing Run the Cottons 90 °C programme without laundry. machine. Add washing powder or a detergent containing bleach. Note: . To prevent foaming, only use half of the amount of detergent recommended by the detergent manufacturer.
  • Page 34: After-Sales Service

    After-sales service After-sales service I f you cannot rectify a fault yourself, A f t e r - s a l e s s e r v i c e contact customer services. ~ Cover page We will always find an appropriate solution in order to avoid unnecessary visits by engineers.
  • Page 35: Consumption Rates

    Consumption rates Consumption rates E nergy and water consumption, programme duration and C o n s u m p t i o n r a t e s residual moisture for the main washing programmes (approximate values) Programme Load Energy Water Programme consumption*...
  • Page 36: Efficiency Test Programmes For Cotton Fabrics

    Technical data Efficiency test programmes for cotton fabrics The following programmes (standard programmes, indicated by ü) are suitable for cleaning normally soiled cotton fabrics and are the most efficient with respect to combined energy and water consumption. Standard programmes for Cottons in accordance with the (EU) directive no. 1015/2010 Programme + temperature + button Load Approximate programme...
  • Page 37: Safety Instructions

    Positioning and connecting Useful tools Spirit level for aligning ■ Spanner with: ■ – WAF13 for loosening the transport braces, and – WAF17 for aligning the appliance feet Safety instructions Warning Risk of injury! The washing machine is very heavy. ■...
  • Page 38: Installation Surface

    Positioning and connecting Installation surface Installing the appliance in a kitchenette The washing machine be stable Note: so that it does not move around. Warning The installation surface must be firm ■ Danger of death! and level. There is a risk of electric shock if you Soft floors/floor coverings are not ■...
  • Page 39: Hose And Cable Lengths

    Positioning and connecting Take the hoses out of the holders. Hose and cable lengths Left-hand connection ■ Unscrew and remove all four transportation securing bolts with a wrench (WAF 13). Remove the sleeves. Remove the mains cable from the holders. Right-hand connection ■...
  • Page 40: Water Inlet

    Positioning and connecting Water inlet Optimum water pressure in the supply network Warning At least 100 kPa (1 bar) Danger of death! Maximum 1000 kPa (10 bar) There is a risk of electric shock if you When the tap is open, the water flow touch live components.
  • Page 41: Water Outlet

    Positioning and connecting Water outlet Connection Drainage into a washbasin Warning ■ Risk of scalding! When you are washing at high temperatures, there is a risk of scalding if you come into contact with hot water (e.g. when draining hot water into a washbasin).
  • Page 42: Levelling

    Positioning and connecting Levelling Observe the following information and ensure that: Align the appliance using a spirit level. Notes Incorrect alignment may result in loud The mains voltage and voltage ■ noises, vibrations and machine indicated on the washing machine "movement".
  • Page 43: Before Washing For The First Time

    Positioning and connecting Before washing for the first time The washing machine was thoroughly tested before leaving the factory.To remove any water that may be left over from the test, run the first wash cycle without any laundry. Notes The washing machine must be ■...
  • Page 44: Transportation

    Positioning and connecting Transportation Before switching on the appliance again: E.g. when moving house Notes Preparatory work: The transport braces must be ■ Turn off the tap. removed. Reduce the water pressure in the Pour approx. 1 litre of water into ■...
  • Page 45 Aqua-Stop warranty Aqua-Stop warranty O nly for appliances with Aqua-Stop A q u a - S t o p w a r r a n t y In addition to warranty claims against the vendor based on the purchase agreement and to our appliance warranty, we will provide compensation under the following conditions: If water damage is caused due to a...
  • Page 48 01450 2655 (0.03 € per minute at peak. Off peak 0.0088 € per minute.) You can find the contact information for all countries in the attached after-sales service directory. BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34 81739 München GERMANY siemens-home.bsh-group.com *9000983397* 9000983397 (9708)

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