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  • Page 1 WG54A2A1HK Washing machine EN User manual and installation instructions Register your appliance on My Siemens and discover exclusive services and offers. Siemens Home Appliances...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Further information and explanations are available online: Table of contents 1 Safety ...........  4 8 Buttons ........  23 1.1 General information.... 4 9 Programmes ......  25 1.2 Intended use...... 4 1.3 Restriction on user group.. 4 10 Accessories......  29 1.4 Safe installation ...... 5 11 Laundry........  29 1.5 Safe use ........
  • Page 3 15.2 Filling the dispensers ....  33 15.3 Basic dosage ...... 34 16 Basic settings......  35 16.1 Overview of the basic set- tings........ 35 16.2 Changing the basic set- tings........ 36 17 Cleaning and servicing ...  36 17.1 Cleaning the drum.... 36 17.2 Cleaning the detergent drawer........
  • Page 4: Safety

    en Safety 1 Safety Observe the following safety instructions. 1.1 General information Read this instruction manual carefully. ¡ Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe ¡ for future reference or for the next owner. Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit. ¡...
  • Page 5: Safe Installation

    Safety en 1.4 Safe installation WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect installation is dangerous. Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the ▶ specifications on the rating plate. Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating cur- ▶ rent only via a properly installed socket with earthing. The protective conductor system of the domestic electrical in- ▶...
  • Page 6 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! The high weight of the appliance may result in injury when lifted. Do not lift the appliance on your own. ▶ If this appliance is not correctly installed in a washer-dryer stack, the installed appliance may fall. Only stack the dryer on a washing machine using the connec- ▶...
  • Page 7: Safe Use

    Safety en Wear protective gloves when installing and transporting the ap- ▶ pliance. 1.5 Safe use WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous. Never operate a damaged appliance. ▶ Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance. Always ▶...
  • Page 8 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of poisoning! Detergents and care products may result in poisoning if con- sumed. If accidentally swallowed, seek medical advice. ▶ Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children. ▶ WARNING ‒ Risk of explosion! Laundry that has been pretreated with cleaning agents that con- tain solvents may cause an explosion in the appliance.
  • Page 9: Safe Cleaning And Maintenance

    Safety en 1.6 Safe cleaning and maintenance WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained ▶ specialist staff. Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance. ▶ If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be re- ▶...
  • Page 10: Preventing Material Damage

    en Preventing material damage If the water pressure is too high or 2 Preventing material too low, the appliance may not be able to operate properly. damage Ensure that the water pressure in ▶ the water supply system is at least ATTENTION! 100 kPa (1 bar) and max.
  • Page 11: Environmental Protection And Saving Energy

    Environmental protection and saving energy en Set the maximum spin speed if you 3 Environmental protec- want to dry the laundry in the tumble tion and saving energy dryer afterwards. a The drier the laundry, the shorter the programme duration when dry- 3.1 Disposing of packaging ing which, in turn, reduces energy consumption.
  • Page 12: Installation And Connection

    en Installation and connection Replace the accessories in ques- ▶ 4 Installation and con- tion before operating the appli- ance. nection → "Accessories", Page 29 Note: The appliance has been tested 4.1 Unpacking the appliance at the factory to check it is in working order. As a result, water stains may ATTENTION! remain in the appliance.
  • Page 13 Installation and connection en ATTENTION! Installation loca- Requirements If residual water in the appliance tion freezes, this may cause damage to Against a wall Do not trap the the appliance. power cord or Do not install or operate this appli- ▶ the hoses ance anywhere that is liable to ex- between the wall...
  • Page 14: Connecting The Appliance

    en Installation and connection Unscrew and remove all of Put on the 4 cover caps. the screws for the 4 transit bolts using a WAF 13 wrench. Push the 4 cover caps downwards. Remove the power cable from the holder. Note: To install the transit bolts to transport the appliance, perform these steps again in the reverse or- Remove the 4 sleeves.
  • Page 15 Installation and connection en Connect the water inlet hose to a Plastic pipe with Fix and secure tap (26.4 mm = 3/4"). rubber sleeve or the water outlet gully hose with an el- → Page 29. Connecting the appliance to the electricity supply Note: Your electrical domestic install- ation for this appliance must comply Open the water tap carefully and with the local legal provisions and...
  • Page 16: Aligning The Appliance

    en Installation and connection Use a WAF 17 wrench to tighten 4.6 Aligning the appliance the lock nuts against the housing In order to reduce noise and vibra- until they are hand-tight. tion and to prevent the appliance from moving, align the appliance cor- rectly.
  • Page 17: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en 5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.1 Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here. On certain models, specific details such as the colour and shape may differ from those pictured. 5.2 Detergent drawer Maintenance flap for the drain pump → Page 38 Note: Observe the manufacturer's in-...
  • Page 18: Control Panel

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Manual dosing compartment : Dispenser for fabric softener : Dispenser for liquid deter- gent 5.3 Control panel You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status. Programmes → Page 25 Programme selector → Page 30...
  • Page 19: Before Using For The First Time

    first time en Add washing powder that contains first time 6 Before using for the a bleaching agent to the manual dosing compartment. first time Prepare the appliance for use. first time 6.1 Starting an empty wash- ing cycle Your appliance was inspected thor- oughly before leaving the factory.
  • Page 20: Display

    en Display 7 Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Example: Display Display Description 0:40 Expected programme duration or programme time re- maining in hours and minutes. Program end time → "Buttons", Page 23 10.0 Recommendation for the maximum load capacity for the selected program in kg.
  • Page 21 Display en Display Description Spin Programme status Program end Programme status Lights up: The childproof lock is activated. ¡ Flashes: The childproof lock is activated and the appli- ¡ ance has been operated. → "Deactivating the childproof lock", Page 32 The crease-reduction function is activated. → "Buttons", Page 24 Additional rinse cycles are activated.
  • Page 22 en Display Display Description The detergent drawer has not been pushed in fully. E:35 / -10 Error code, error display, signal. → "Troubleshooting", Page 42 Example...
  • Page 23: Buttons

    Buttons en 8 Buttons The selection of programme settings depends on the programme that is set. Button Selection More information ⁠   Start/Reload Start Start, cancel or pause the pro- ¡ gramme. Cancel ¡ Pause ¡ ⁠   varioSpeed Activate Activate or deactivate a shorter pro- ¡...
  • Page 24 en Buttons Button Selection More information ⁠   Prewash Activate Activate or deactivate prewash, e.g. ¡ for washing heavily soiled laundry. Deactivate ¡ Note: If the intelligent dosing system is activated, the detergent will be dis- pensed automatically for the prewash and the main wash. If the intelligent dosing system is de- activated, place the detergent for the prewash directly in the drum.
  • Page 25: Programmes

    Programmes en 9 Programmes Note: The laundry's care labels provide you with additional information on pro- gramme selection. Programme Description Max. load (kg) Cottons  Wash hard-wearing items made from cotton, linen 10.0 or blended fabrics. Also suitable as a short programme for normally soiled laundry when you activate ⁠...
  • Page 26 en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) Programme setting: Max. 40 °C ¡ Max. 800 rpm ¡ ⁠   Wool  Hand- or machine-washable items that are made from wool or contain wool. To prevent the laundry from shrinking, the drum moves the items very gently with long pauses. Use a detergent that is suitable for wool.
  • Page 27 Programmes en Programme Description Max. load (kg) Programme setting: Max. 60 °C ¡ Max. 800 rpm ¡ ⁠   Auto 40° Wash hard-wearing items made from cotton, or syn- thetic or blended fabrics. The degree of soiling and the type of fabric are automatically detected.
  • Page 28: Laundry

    en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) Note: The drum cleaning indicator flashes to re- mind you if you have not used a programme at 60 °C or higher for a long time. ⁠   Quick 15'/30' Wash items made from cotton, or synthetic or blen- ded fabrics.
  • Page 29: Preparing The Laundry

    Accessories en 10 Accessories Use original accessories. These have been made especially for your appliance. Order num- Water inlet hose ex- Extend the water inlet hose for cold water WZ10131 tension or AquaStop (approx. 2.50 m). Fixing brackets Improves the stability of the appliance. WX975600 Elbow Secure the water outlet hose in place.
  • Page 30: Detergents And Care Products

    en operation 13.4 Loading laundry operation 13 Basic operation Note: To prevent creasing, note the operation maximum load for the programmes. 13.1 Switching on the appli- → "Programmes", Page 25 ance Requirements The laundry is prepared and sor- ¡ Requirement: The appliance has ted. been correctly installed and connec- → "Laundry", Page 29 ted.
  • Page 31: Soaking Laundry

    operation en The drum rotates and load detec- The appliance door remains tion takes place. This can take up locked for safety reasons if the to 2 minutes, after which water temperature and water levels are enters the drum. high. The display shows the programme –...
  • Page 32: Childproof Lock

    en Childproof lock This function is available depending 14 Childproof lock on the selected programme and is activated automatically. Secure your appliance against being Note operated unintentionally using the If you are using the intelligent dosing controls. system, do not add additional deter- gent or fabric softener into the com- 14.1 Activating the childproof partment for manual dosing.
  • Page 33: Filling The Dispensers

    Intelligent dosing system en To replace the contents of the dis- Open the dispenser cover. penser with another product, clean the detergent drawer. → "Cleaning the detergent drawer", Page 37 If required, adjust the contents of the dispenser. If required, adjust the basic dosage → Page 34.
  • Page 34: Basic Dosage

    en Intelligent dosing system 15.3 Basic dosage The basic dosage depends on the manufacturer's instructions for the de- tergent, the water hardness and the degree of soiling of the laundry. Always set a basic dosage that cor- responds to the dosage for a stand- ard load of 4.5 kg.
  • Page 35: Basic Settings

    Basic settings en 16 Basic settings You can configure the basic settings for your appliance to meet your needs. 16.1 Overview of the basic settings Basic setting Programme Value Description position End signal 0 (off) Set the volume of the signal at the 1 (quiet) end of the programme.
  • Page 36: Changing The Basic Set- Tings

    en Cleaning and servicing 16.2 Changing the basic set- 17 Cleaning and servi- tings cing Set the programme selector to po- To keep your appliance working effi- sition 1. ciently for a long time, it is important to clean and maintain it carefully. 17.1 Cleaning the drum CAUTION Risk of injury!
  • Page 37: Cleaning The Detergent Drawer

    Cleaning and servicing en Remove the pump unit. 17.2 Cleaning the detergent drawer If you want to replace the liquid de- tergent or fabric softener in the dis- penser with another product or if the detergent drawer is dirty, clean the detergent dispenser. ATTENTION! The pump unit contains electrical components.
  • Page 38: Cleaning The Drain Pump

    en Cleaning and servicing Clean the pump unit with a damp cloth. Clean the housing of the detergent drawer in the appliance. Clean the detergent drawer and the cover with a soft, damp cloth or hand shower. Push in the detergent drawer. 17.3 Cleaning the drain pump Dry the detergent drawer, cover Clean the drain pump regularly, at...
  • Page 39 Cleaning and servicing en Open and remove the mainten- CAUTION - Risk of scalding! ance flap. When you wash at high temperat- ures, the detergent solution gets hot. Do not touch the hot detergent ▶ solution. To allow the detergent solution to flow out into the container, remove the sealing cap.
  • Page 40 en Cleaning and servicing Insert the pump cap. Cleaning the drain pump Requirement: The drain pump is empty. → Page 38 Since water may remain in the drain pump, unscrew the pump cap carefully. Screw the pump cap as far as it will go. Clean the interior, the thread on the pump cap and the pump hous- ing.
  • Page 41 Cleaning and servicing en Insert the mains plug. Before the next wash Switch on the appliance. To prevent unused detergent from Pour 1 litre of water into the flowing straight into the outlet in the manual dosing compartment. next wash, run a suitable programme for draining after you have emptied Select a suitable programme for the drain pump.
  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    en Troubleshooting 18 Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot- ing information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unneces- sary costs. WARNING Risk of electric shock! Improper repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist ▶...
  • Page 43 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting "E:36 / -10" Immediate measure: Mix one tablespoon of fabric ▶ softener with 0.5 litres of water and pour the mix- ture into the compartment for manual dosing (not for outdoor clothing, sportswear or items stuffed with down).
  • Page 44 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting "E:30 / -10" and/or To reset the error message, switch the appliance off. Switch the appliance back on. If the error message is displayed again, call cus- tomer service. → "Customer Service", Page 54 The detergent drawer has not been pushed in fully. Push in the detergent drawer until the symbol goes ▶...
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting All other error codes. Malfunction Switch the appliance off and then on again. If the message appears again, disconnect the appli- ance from the power supply for at least 30 seconds by pulling out the plug or by switching off the relev- ant circuit breaker in the fuse box.
  • Page 46 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The programme does If the display appears again after you clean the not start. pump unit, call customer service. → "Customer Service", Page 54 Note: You can deactivate and manually dose the intel- ligent dosing system until the fault is rectified. → "Buttons", Page 23 The door cannot The temperature is too high.
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The water is not drain- The pump cap is not fully screwed in. ing. Ensure that the pump cap is screwed in all the way ▶ into the appliance. The handle on the pump cap must be in a vertical position.
  • Page 48 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Vibrations and move- Appliance is not correctly aligned. ment of the appliance → "Aligning the appliance", Page 16 ▶ whilst spinning. The appliance feet are not fixed. Secure the appliance feet. ▶ → "Aligning the appliance", Page 16 Transit bolts have not been removed. → "Removing the transit bolts", Page 13.
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The spin programme Drain pipe or water outlet hose is blocked. does not start. Clean the drain pipe and the water outlet hose. ▶ Drain pipe or water drain hose is caught or jammed. Ensure that the drain pipe and water drain hose are ▶...
  • Page 50 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Creasing. The next time you run a wash cycle, reduce the ▶ amount of laundry being loaded. Unsuitable programme for the type of fabric. Select the programmes that are suitable for the ▶ type of fabric. The spin result is not A low spin speed is selected.
  • Page 51 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Detergent residue on Drain the dispenser. the damp washing. → "Cleaning the detergent drawer", Page 37 Clean the dispenser. Refill the dispenser. → "Filling the dispensers", Page 33 Basic dosage is not correctly adjusted. If intelligent dosing is activated, reduce the basic ▶...
  • Page 52 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Insufficient cleaning. Clean the dispenser. Refill the dispenser. → "Filling the dispensers", Page 33 Water is leaking out at Water inlet hose is not correctly/securely connected. the water inlet hose. Connect the water supply hose correctly. → "Connecting the water inlet hose", Page 14 Tighten the screw connection.
  • Page 53: Emergency Release

    Transportation, storage and disposal en 18.1 Emergency release 19.2 Inserting the transit bolts Releasing the door Secure the appliance before trans- Requirement: The drain pump is portation using transit bolts in order empty. → Page 38 to prevent transport damage. ATTENTION! Escaping water may Use a screwdriver to remove the 4 cause material damage.
  • Page 54: Disposing Of Old Appliance

    en Customer Service 19.4 Disposing of old appli- 20 Customer Service ance Detailed information on the warranty Valuable raw materials can be re- period and terms of warranty in your used by recycling. country is available from our after- sales service, your retailer or on our WARNING website.
  • Page 55: Consumption Values

    Consumption values en 21 Consumption values The indicated consumption values are approximate. The values may deviate from the indicated values depending on water pres- sure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room temperature, type of laun- dry, amount and soiling of laundry, detergent used, fluctuations in the mains voltage and selected settings.
  • Page 56 en Technical data Length of the 210 cm power cord...
  • Page 60 EN Manufactured by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH under the trademark licence of Siemens AG BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34 81739 München, GERMANY siemens-home.bsh-group.com *9001853685* 9001853685  (030508)

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