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  • Page 1 WG56B2A1IL 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 ........  24 1.1 General information.... 4 9 Programmes ......  27 1.2 Intended use...... 4 1.3 Restriction on user group.. 4 10 Accessories......  31 1.4 Safe installation ...... 5 11 Laundry........  31 1.5 Safe use ........
  • Page 3 14 Childproof lock......  35 20.3 Using the appliance again .. 55 14.1 Activating the childproof 20.4 Disposing of old appliance ...  56 lock ........ 35 21 Customer Service....  56 14.2 Deactivating the childproof 21.1 Product number (E-Nr.), lock ........ 35 production number (FD) 15 Home Connect ......  35 and consecutive numbering 15.1 Setting up the Home Con-...
  • 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 Make sure that the length of the ▶ Preventing material damage 2 Preventing material thread on the connection to the water tap is at least 10 mm. damage If the water pressure is too high or too low, the appliance may not be Preventing material damage ATTENTION! able to operate properly.
  • Page 11: Environmental Protection And Saving Energy

    Environmental protection and saving energy en Remove all detergent residue, Set the maximum spin speed if you ▶ spray residue or other residues im- want to dry the laundry in the tumble mediately if they come into contact dryer afterwards. with the appliance. a The drier the laundry, the shorter the programme duration when dry- ing which, in turn, reduces energy...
  • Page 12: Installation And Connection

    en Installation and connection Replace the accessories in ques- ▶ Installation and connection 4 Installation and con- tion before operating the appli- ance. nection → "Accessories", Page 31 Installation and connection Note: The appliance has been tested 4.1 Unpacking the appliance at the factory to check it is in working order.
  • Page 13 Installation and connection en If the appliance is tilted at an angle 4.4 Removing the transit greater than 40°, residual water may bolts leak out of the appliance and cause material damage. The appliance is secured for trans- Tilt the appliance carefully. portation using transit bolts on the ▶...
  • Page 14: Connecting The Appliance

    en Installation and connection Remove the power cable from the Push the 4 cover caps downwards. holder. Note: To install the transit bolts to Remove the 4 sleeves. transport the appliance, perform these steps again in the reverse or- der. 4.5 Connecting the appliance Connecting the water inlet hose WARNING Risk of electric shock!
  • Page 15: Aligning The Appliance

    Installation and connection en safety regulations, and should in- Water outlet connection types clude a residual current circuit- This information is intended to help breaker. you to connect this appliance to the water outlet. Insert the mains plug of the appli- ance's power cable in a socket ATTENTION! nearby.
  • Page 16 en Installation and connection To align the appliance, turn the ap- pliance feet. Check that the appli- ance is level using a spirit level. All appliance feet must stand firmly on the ground. Use a WAF 17 wrench to tighten the lock nuts against the housing until they are hand-tight.
  • Page 17: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance 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.
  • Page 18: Control Panel

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Measuring aid for liquid deter- gent → "Inserting the measuring aid for liquid detergent", Page 33 Dispenser II: detergent for the main wash Compartment : Fabric softener Compartment I: Detergent for prewash and soaking 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.
  • Page 19 Familiarising yourself with your appliance en tings by pressing the buttons. The ac- To hide the additional buttons, tivated settings are highlighted in col- briefly press + Options again. our on the display. Adjusting the display of additional ATTENTION! buttons Pressing on the display with force You can adjust the buttons that are may cause damage.
  • Page 20: Before Using For The First Time

    en Before using for the first time Add washing powder that contains Changing a setting value a bleaching agent to compart- If you activate certain settings, the ment II. display shows selection buttons and you can change the setting value. Press the selection buttons ▶...
  • Page 21: Display

    Display en Display 7 Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Display Note: Additional functions may be available as a result of software updates. If a software update is available, you can find further information in the Home Connect app. Example: Display Display Description...
  • Page 22 en Display Display Description 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 35 ⁠ Additional rinse cycle is activated. → "Buttons", Page 26 Prewash is activated. → "Buttons", Page 25 Washing with additional water is activated.
  • Page 23 Display en Display Description Lights up: The appliance is connected to your home ¡ network via Wi-Fi. Flashes: The appliance is trying to connect to your ¡ home network via Wi-Fi. → "Home Connect ", Page 35 The appliance has detected too much foam. Lights up: The door is locked.
  • Page 24: Buttons

    en Buttons Buttons 8 Buttons Some buttons are hidden for a re- Buttons Note: Additional functions may be duced display. You can display these available as a result of software up- additional buttons on the display. dates. → "Displaying or hiding additional but- If a software update is available, you tons", Page 19 can find further information in the The selection of programme settings...
  • Page 25 Buttons en Button Selection More information ⁠   - 1600 Adjust the spin speed or activate (Rinse Hold). Set spin speed in rpm. is selected, the water is not drained at the end of the washing cycle and the spin cycle is deactiv- ated.
  • Page 26 en Buttons Button Selection More information Extra Rinse Activate Activate or deactivate an additional ¡ rinse cycle. Deactivate ¡ Recommended for particularly sensit- ive skin or in regions with very soft water. Aqua Plus Activate Wash with more water. ¡ Recommended for particularly sensit- Deactivate ¡...
  • Page 27: Programmes

    Programmes en Programmes 9 Programmes Programmes Notes The laundry's care labels provide you with additional information on pro- ¡ gramme selection. Additional functions may be available as a result of software updates. ¡ If a software update is available, you can find further information in the Home Connect app.
  • Page 28 en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) Quick/Mix Wash items made from cotton, linen, or synthetic or blended fabrics. Suitable for lightly soiled laundry. Programme setting: Max. 60 °C ¡ Max. 1600 rpm ¡ Delicates/Silk Wash delicate, washable items made from silk, vis- cose and synthetic fabrics.
  • Page 29 Programmes en Programme Description Max. load (kg) Note: Your appliance must be connected to your home network and registered in your Home Con- nect app. → "Home Connect ", Page 35 Wash hard-wearing items made from cotton, linen or blended fabrics. Suitable for allergy sufferers and for strict hygiene requirements.
  • Page 30: Laundry

    en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) Notes Immediately after the programme ends, hang up ¡ the warm, steamed items or iron them. The laundry is not washed or cleaned. Do not ¡ use any detergent or cleaning products. The steam is hot and may cause damage to cer- ¡...
  • Page 31: Preparing The Laundry

    Accessories en Accessories 10 Accessories Use original accessories. These have Accessories been made especially for your appli- ance. Note: Some accessories are avail- able in other colours. Contact → "Customer Service", Page 56. Order num- Water inlet hose ex- Extend the water inlet hose for cold water WZ10131 tension or AquaStop (approx.
  • Page 32: Detergents And Care

    en Detergents and care products Note: The lighting for the drum goes Detergents and care products 12 Detergents and care out automatically. products 13.2 Setting a programme The manufacturer's instructions for Detergents and care products use and dosage can be found on the Turn the programme selector and set the required programme.
  • Page 33: Saving The Programme Settings

    Basic operation en Note: The programme settings are 13.6 Inserting the measuring not saved permanently for the pro- aid for liquid detergent gramme. If you order the measuring aid as an 13.4 Saving the programme accessory, you must use the measur- ing aid. settings Pull out the detergent drawer.
  • Page 34: Adding Detergent And Care Product

    en Basic operation Slide the measuring aid forwards. 13.9 Starting the programme Requirement: A programme is set. → "Setting a programme", Page 32 Press ⁠   . ▶ The drum rotates and load detec- tion takes place. This can take up to 2 minutes, after which water enters the drum.
  • Page 35: Resuming The Programme When The Programme Status Is Rinse Hold

    Childproof lock en Remove the laundry. Childproof lock 14 Childproof lock → "Unloading the laundry", Page 35 Secure your appliance against being Childproof lock operated unintentionally using the 13.12 Resuming the pro- controls. gramme when the pro- 14.1 Activating the childproof gramme status is Rinse lock Hold Press and hold ⁠...
  • Page 36: Home Connect

    en Home Connect Home Connect services in your coun- 15.2 Setting up Home Con- try. You can find information about nect this at: www.home-connect.com. Requirements The Home Connect app guides you The Home Connect app has been ¡ through the entire login process. Fol- installed on your mobile device. low the instructions in the Home Con- Wi-Fi has been activated on the ¡...
  • Page 37: Activating Wi-Fi On The Appliance

    Home Connect en 15.4 Activating Wi-Fi on the 15.7 Remote start appliance Enable the appliance for remote start via the Home Connect app. Requirements The Home Connect menu is called ¡ Note Remote start is deactivated for safety → "Calling up the Home Connect reasons in the following menu", Page 36 circumstances: The display shows oFF.
  • Page 38: Data Protection

    en Home Connect 15.9 Data protection Please see the information on data protection. The first time your appliance is registered on a home network connected to the Internet, your appliance will transmit the following types of data to the Home Connect server (initial registration): Unique appliance identification ¡...
  • Page 39: Basic Settings

    Basic settings en Basic settings 16 Basic settings You can configure the basic settings for your appliance to meet your needs. Basic settings 16.1 Overview of the basic settings Note: Additional functions may be available as a result of software updates. If a software update is available, you can find further information in the Home Connect app.
  • Page 40: Changing The Basic Set- Tings

    en Programme counter 16.2 Changing the basic set- Cleaning and servicing 18 Cleaning and servi- tings cing Requirement: The display shows all To keep your appliance working effi- additional buttons. Cleaning and servicing ciently for a long time, it is important → "Displaying or hiding additional but- to clean and maintain it carefully.
  • Page 41: Cleaning The Drain Pump

    Cleaning and servicing en Press down on the insert and re- Fit the insert and click it into place. move the detergent drawer. Clean the opening for the deter- Pull out the insert upwards. gent drawer. Clean the detergent drawer and in- Push in the detergent drawer.
  • Page 42 en Cleaning and servicing 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 43 Cleaning and servicing en Ensure that both impellers can Cleaning the drain pump turn. Requirement: The drain pump is empty. → Page 41 Since water may remain in the drain pump, unscrew the pump cap carefully. The filter insert in the pump ‒ housing may become stuck due to coarse particles of dirt.
  • Page 44: Cleaning The Intake Opening In The Rubber Gasket

    en Cleaning and servicing Insert and close the maintenance flap. 18.4 Cleaning the intake opening in the rubber gasket Regularly check the intake opening in the rubber gasket for any block- ages and clean the intake opening. Open the appliance door. Remove any blockages from the intake opening.
  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting en Troubleshooting 19 Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot- Troubleshooting 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 46 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting "E:30 / -80" Immediate measure: Mix one tablespoon of fabric ▶ softener with 0.5 litres of water and pour the mix- ture into compartment II (not for outdoor clothing, sportswear or items stuffed with down). Reduce the amount of detergent for the next wash- ▶...
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting "E:35 / -10" There is water in the base trough. Turn off the water tap. ▶ Call the after-sales service. ▶ → "Customer Service", Page 56 The appliance is leaking. Turn off the water tap. ▶ Call the after-sales service. ▶...
  • Page 48 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The appliance is not Check the circuit breaker in the fuse box. ▶ working. There has been a power cut. Check whether the lighting in your room or other ▶ appliances are working. The programme does You have not pressed ...
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The water is not drain- Continue the programme by selecting Spin or ▶ ing. Drain and pressing ⁠   . → "Resuming the programme when the programme status is Rinse Hold", Page 35 The water outlet hose is connected too high. Install the water outlet hose at a maximum height of ▶...
  • Page 50 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The programme dura- The programme operation is optimised electronically. tion changes during This may change the programme duration. the wash cycle. Not a fault – no action required. ▶ The unbalanced load detection system eliminates an imbalance by repeatedly redistributing the laundry.
  • Page 51 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting High spin speed not A low spin speed is selected. reached. The next time you run a wash cycle, set a higher ▶ spin speed. Unbalance load detection system is using a reduced spin speed to eliminate an unbalance. Redistribute the laundry in the drum.
  • Page 52 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Creasing. The spin speed is too high. The next time you run a wash cycle, set a lower ▶ spin speed. The load is too large. The next time you run a wash cycle, reduce the ▶...
  • Page 53 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Detergent residue on Detergents may contain water-insoluble substances the damp washing. that deposit on the laundry. Start the Rinse programme. ▶ Detergent residue on Detergents may contain water-insoluble substances the dry laundry. that deposit on the laundry. Brush out the laundry after washing and drying.
  • Page 54 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Water is leaking from Dirt on the door or seal causes leaks. below the door. Clean the door and the seal. ▶...
  • Page 55: Emergency Release

    Transportation, storage and disposal en 19.1 Emergency release 20.2 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 41 to prevent transport damage. ATTENTION! Escaping water may Use a screwdriver to remove the 4 cause material damage.
  • Page 56: Disposing Of Old Appliance

    en Customer Service 20.4 Disposing of old appli- Customer Service 21 Customer Service ance Function-relevant genuine spare parts Customer Service Valuable raw materials can be re- according to the corresponding Eco- used by recycling. design Order can be obtained from Customer Service for a period of at WARNING least 10 years from the date on Risk of harm to health!
  • Page 57: Aqua-Stop Guarantee

    Customer Service en 21.2 AQUA-STOP guarantee In addition to warranty claims against the seller under the purchase agree- ment and in addition to our manufac- turer's warranty, we offer compensa- tion under the following conditions. If our Aqua-Stop system is defect- ¡ ive and causes water damage, we will make good the damage for private users.
  • Page 58 en Consumption values Consumption values 22 Consumption values The following information is provided in accordance with the EU Ecodesign Consumption values Regulation. The values given for programs other than the Eco 40-60 are indicat- ive only and were determined in accordance with the applicable standard EN60456.
  • Page 59: Declaration Of Conformity

    Directive 5 mins 2014/53/EU. Networked ¡ A detailed RED Declaration of Con- standby mode formity can be found online at (Wi-Fi): 2.00 W siemens-home.bsh-group.com Water pressure Minimum: ¡ among the additional documents on 100 kPa the product page for your appliance. (1 bar) Maximum: ¡...
  • Page 60 en Declaration of Conformity UK (NI) 5 GHz WLAN (Wi-Fi): For indoor use only. 5 GHz WLAN (Wi-Fi): For indoor use only.
  • Page 64 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 *9001814463* 9001814463  (030704)

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