Siemens WM14Y591GB manual

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    2 Your new washing machine You have chosen a Siemens washing machine. Please take a few minutes to read and become familiar with the advantages of your washing machine. To meet the high quality demands required by Siemens, every washing machine that leaves our factory is carefully checked to ensure that it functions correctly and is in perfect cond[...]

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    3 Contents e n W a s h i n g m a c h i n e 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 Before washing Ø Intended use 4 Ø Safety instructions 5 Ø Protection of the environment 7 Ø The main points in brief 8 Ø Getting to know your appliance 9 Ø Detergent drawer 10 Ø Operating elements/Display element[...]

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    4 B e f o r e w a s h i n g Intended use Ø For use in the household only. Ø The washing machine is suitable for washing machine- washable textiles and hand-washable wool in wash liquor. Ø The washing machine is suitable to be operated with cold drinking water and commercially available detergents and care products which are suitable for use in w[...]

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    5 Safety instructions m W arning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord. – Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only. m W arning! Risk to children! – Do not leave children unsupervised near the washing machine. – Children must not pl[...]

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    6 m Caution! Danger of scalding! When washing at high temperatures, you may be scalded if you touch the hot wash liquor (e.g. if draining hot wash liquor into a washbasin or if draining the washing machine in an emergency). Allow detergent solution to cool down. m Caution! Risk of damaging appliance! – Co ver plat e ma y break! Do not climb on th[...]

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    7 Protection of the environment Packaging/Old appliance Hints and tips Ø Utilise the maximum amount of washing for the particular programme. Ø Wash normally soiled washing without Pre-wash. Ø Energy saving mode: The display panel light goes out after several minutes, Start/Reload Ü flashes. To activate the light, select any button. The energy-s[...]

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    8 The main points in brief 1 @ @ @ Insert mains plug. Turn the tap on. Open the washing machine door. To switch on, press the # button. Select the programme, e.g. Cotton . 2 @ @ Sort the washing. Insert the washing. Do not exceed maximum load. 3 @ @ Open the detergent drawer. Dose detergent according to dosing recommendation. Close the washing mach[...]

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    9 Getting to know your appliance 'HWHUJHQWGUDZHU FODFN 2SHUDWLQJ HOHPHQWV 'LVSOD HOHPHQWV 'UXPOLJKW GHSHQGLQJ RQPRGHO 'RRU 6HUYLFHIODS 2SHQLQJ DQGFORVLQJWKHGRRU 6HUYLFHIODS[...]

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    10 Detergent drawer Dispenser I Detergent for prewash Dispenser i Softener, starch. Do not exceed the maximum load. Dispenser II Detergent for main wash, water softener, bleach, stain remover Insert A for dosing liquid detergent (not for all models) For models with insert for liquid detergent: The detergent drawer features an insert which is used a[...]

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    11 Operating elements/Display elements LM V K NO P Q R S T U ² All buttons are sensitive, they only need to be touched gently. i Press the main switch # button. Switch on and off the appliance. j Programme selector can be rotated in either direction. Programme overview refer to ~ Page 22 Programme settings: ~ Page 15 , ~ Page 22 k eco Perfect ¦ l[...]

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    12 O p e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e Before each washing ² – Install and connect washing machine properly . Refer to ~ Page 42 – Before the 1st wash, wash once without any washing. ~ Page 52 1. Preparing the washing Sorting the washing according to: Ø Type of fabric/fibre. Ø Colour. Ø Soiling. Ø Follow manufacturer’s care informa[...]

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    13 2. Preparing the appliance Insert mains plug. Turn on water tap. 3. Selecting programme and loading laundry in the drum 1. Open the washing machine door. 2. Check whether the drum has been completely emptied. If required, empty. Otherwise, the load display may malfunction. ~ Page 30 3. Press the # button. The appliance is switched on. Then alway[...]

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    14 4. Select the programme. You can use the displayed programme or select another programme. Programme overview, refer to ~ Page 22 5. Insert laundry The load screen for the selected programme (e.g. for Cotton) is indicated on the display panel. The load screen is indicated when the door is opened or when the amount of washing is changed. ² – Un[...]

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    15 3 = 60 % 4 = 75 % 5 = 100 % – Soiling, – Water hardness ( depending on model can be determined using enclosed water hardness strip or is available from your water utility company). – Manufacturer’s instructions. ² – When dosing all detergents, cleaning aids, cleaning products and cleaning agents, always follow the manufacturer's [...]

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    16 Ø Change presettings for temperature, spin speed, finished in time; , E.g. select and change T emp. °C buttons – and + : The settings are active without acknowledgement and are displayed in the main menu. ² – If the buttons are held down, the set values automatically run through (– downwards, + upwards). – The respective programme dur[...]

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    17 Other settings can be selected depending on the model, e.g. Rinse Hold $ button: When selected, the button indicator lamp is lit and a corresponding symbol is indicated on the display panel: Button Less Ironing – { Button Prewash – ! Button Extra Rinse – « + Ë , Ì , Í (Rinse cycles) Button Rinse Hold – $ 6. Starting the programme Ø [...]

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    18 Washing Programme sequence While the programme is running, the programme progress is indicated on the display panel via corresponding symbols and a progress bar. The bar progresses in the course of the wash cycles. The combined symbol Æ indicates the following programme states: ¿ Pre-wash ¼ Wash ½ Rinse ¾ Drain Other symbols: 0 Spin w Child[...]

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    19 The activated childproof lock is indicated on the display panel by the symbol w . If the programme selector is adjusted or a button is selected while the childproof lock is active, the w symbol flashes briefly. Ø T opping up laundry When the programme has started, washing can be reloaded or taken out as required. Select Start/ Reload Ü . ² ?[...]

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    20 Ø End of programme by Rinse Hold $ . Programme stops in the last rinse cycle. – Select Start /Reload Ü . The programme continues with the drain and spin cycles (if required change spin speed). – If only the drain cycle, but not the spin cycle, is required, select and start the Empty programme. End of the programme FINISHED is indicated on [...]

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    21 After washing 1. Open washing machine door and remove washing. ² – Do not leave any items of washing in the drum. In the next wash they may shrink or discolour something else. – Remove any foreign objects from the drum and the rubber seal – risk of rust. – Leave detergent drawer and door open so that residual water can evaporate. Before[...]

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    22 Programme overview The presettings of the programmes are highlighted in bold . Programme/Type of washing Settings/Information Name of the programme Brief explanation of the programme and for which textiles it is suitable. max. load selectable temperature as °C selectable spin speeds in rpm, the max. spin speed and the presetting depends on the [...]

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    23 Delicates/Silk For delicate, washable textiles, e.g. made of silk, satin, synthetic fibres or blended fabrics (e.g. silk blouses, silk scarf). ² . For machine wash use detergent suitable for delicates or silk. max. 2 kg cold - 30 - 40 °C 0 ... 600 ... 800 rpm ¦ , G , { , ! , « , $ at { : 0 ... 600 rpm : Wool Hand or machine-washable wool or [...]

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    24 Empty the rinsing water, e.g. after Flot $ (Rinse Hold) (without final spin cycle). - - - - Dark Wash Dark textiles made of cotton and dark easy-care textiles. Wash textiles inside out. max. 3,5 kg cold - 30 - 40 °C 0 ... 800 ... 1200 rpm ¦ , G , { , ! , « , $ at { : 0 ... 600 ... 800 rpm Rapid 15’ Extra short programme approx. 15 minutes, [...]

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    25 Starching ² The washing should not be treated with fabric softener. Liquid starch can be used in all wash programmes. Pour starch into the dispenser M according to manufacturer’s specifications (if required clean beforehand). Dyeing/Discolouring Dye in household quantities only. Salt may attack stainless steel!Observe specifications of the dy[...]

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    26 Programme settings Depending on the programme, you can use the programme settings to adjust the washing process even more efficiently to your items of washing. Programme settings: ² – are active without acknowledgement. – not retained after appliance is switched off. – can be selected or deselected or changed depending on the programme pr[...]

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    27 Prewash For heavily soiled washing. Pour detergent into dispensers I and II . Extra Rinse « + 1 Rinse « + 2 Rinses « + 3 Rinses Additional rinse cycles depending on the programme, prolonged programme duration. ² . Recommended application: for particularly sensitive skin and/or in areas with very soft water. Rinse Hold The washing remains in [...]

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    28 Consumption values Programme Load Energy consumption ** Water ** Programme duration ** Cotton 20 °C 8 kg 0,25 kWh 57 l 2 ^ h Cotton 40 °C 8 kg 1,09 kWh 57 l 2 _ h Cotton 60 °C 8 kg 1,43 kWh 57 l 2 _ h Cotton 90 °C 8 kg 2,40 kWh 69 l 2 ^ h Easy-Care 40 °C 4 kg 0,65 kWh 46 l 2 h Mixed Fabrics 4 kg 0,59 kWh 44 l 1 ] h Delicates/Silk 2 kg 0,15 [...]

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    29 Appliance settings The Basic Settings 3 sec. buttons (Spin + and Finished in +) can be used to change the set values of the appliance settings, e.g. the volume of the button signals. Simultaneously hold down Basic Settings 3sec. buttons for approx. 3 seconds: Ø The access menu for changing the appliance settings appears on the display panel. Ø[...]

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    30 Sensors – Your washing machine is so intelligent Load adjust Depending on the type of textile and load, the load adjust optimally adjusts the water consumption in each programme. Aqua-Sensor depending on model During the rinse cycle the Aqua sensor checks the degree of turbidity (turbidity is caused by dirt and detergent residue) of the rinsin[...]

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    31 C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e Care and maintenance m W arning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the mains plug! m Caution! Fire and explosion hazard! If solvent cleaning agents, e.g. petroleum ether, are used in the washing machine, components may be [...]

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    32 Cleaning the detergent drawer If it contains detergent or fabric softener residue: 1. Pull out, depress insert, take out drawer all the way. 2. Take out insert: using your finger, press insert upwards. 3. Clean detergent dispenser and insert with water and a brush and dry. 4. Attach insert and lock into position (push cylinder onto guide pin). 5[...]

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    33 4. Take the drainage hose out of the holder. Remove the sealing cap, drain water into a suitable receptacle. Press on sealing cap and insert drainage hose into the holder. Note: Residual water may run out. 5. Carefully unscrew the pump cover. Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housing (fan impeller in the detergent-solution pump must[...]

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    34 Filter blocked in water inlet hose First, release water pressure in the supply hose: 1. Turn off the tap! 2. Select any programme (except Spin/Drain). 3. Select Start /Reload Ü . Leave programme for approx. 40 seconds. 4. Press the # button. Appliance is switched off. Pull out the mains plug! 5. Clean the filter: Disconnect the hose from the wa[...]

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    35 Emergency release The programme continues running when the power supply is restored. If the washing is still to be removed, the door can be opened as described below: m W arning! Danger of scalding! Wash liquor and washing may be hot. If touched, there is a risk of scalding. If required, leave to cool down. m Caution! Danger when reaching into/g[...]

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    36 Information on the display panel Display Cause/Remedy CLOSE DOOR – Washing may be caught. Please open and close washing machine door again and select Start /Reload Ü . – If required, shut washing machine door or remove washing and shut again. – If required, switch appliance off and on again; set programme and make individual settings; sta[...]

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    37 Faults, what to do? Faults Cause/Remedy Water is running out. – Correctly attach/replace drainage hose. – Tighten screw-fitting on the supply hose. Water not flowing in. Detergent not washed in. – Start /Reload Ü not selected? – Tap not open? – Filter blocked? Clean the filter. ~ Page 34 – Supply hose kinked or jammed? Washing-machi[...]

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    38 Display panel/ indicator lights do not function while the appliance is running. – Power failure? – Fuse tripped? Switch on/replace fuse. – If the fault occurs repeatedly, call customer service. ~ Page 39 The programme takes longer than usual. – Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system adjusts imbalance by repeatedly distributing [...]

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    39 Customer service If you cannot rectify the fault yourself, Faults, what to do? ~ Page 37 , please contact our customer service. We will always finds a suitable solution to avoid unnecessary visits by technicians. Please give customer service the product number (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD) of the appliance. Rely on the competence of the[...]

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    40 I n s t a l l i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e Standard accessories Also required for connection of the water drainage hose to a siphon: 1 hose clip Ø 24–40 mm (DIY store) is also required for connection to a siphon. Connecting the water ~ Page 49 Useful tools: Ø Spirit level for alignment. Ø Socket wrench size 13: for loosening the transporta[...]

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    41 Hose and cable lengths ² If the hose holders are used, the possible hose lengths are reduced! Available from dealer/customer service: Ø Extension for Aqua-Stop or cold water inlet hose (approx. 2.50 m). Order no. WMZ2380, WZ10130, CZ11350, Z7070X0 Ø Longer supply hose (approx. 2.20 m), for standard model. Technical specifications a?[...]

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    42 Installation ² Humidity in the drum is caused by the final inspection. Secure installation m W arning! Risk of injury! – The washing machine is heavy – caution: take care when lifting it. – If the washing machine is raised by protruding components (e.g. washing machine door), the components may break off and cause injuries. Donot lift the[...]

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    43 m W arning! Risk of injury! – The washing machine is heavy – caution: take care when lifting it. – If the washing machine is raised by protruding components (e.g. washing machine door), the components may break off and cause injuries. Do not lift the washing machine by its projecting parts. m Caution! Risk of stumbling! If the hoses and po[...]

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    44 Installing the appliance on a base or on a wooden joist ceiling m W arning! Washing machine may be damaged!! The washing machine may wander during the spin cycle and topple/fall off the base. Always secure the washing machine feet with fixing brackets. Holding brackets: order no. WMZ 2200, WX 9756, CZ 110600, Z 7080X0 ² If installing on a woode[...]

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    45 Remove transportation protection devices m Caution! Washing machine may be damaged! Transit bolts which have not been removed may damage e.g. the drum while the washing machine is running. Before using the appliance for the first time, remove the 4 transportation protection devices completely and keep in a safe place. m Caution! Washing machine [...]

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    46 3. Loosen and remove all 4 transportation lock screws. 4. Take the power cord out of the holders. Remove sleeves. 5. Insert covers. ² Lock covers firmly by pressing on the locking hook.[...]

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    47 Connecting the water m W arning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. Do not immerse Aqua-Stop safety device in water (contains an electric valve). ² – To prevent leakage or water damage, follow the instructions in this chapter! – Operate the washing machine with cold drinking water only. – Do no[...]

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    48 on the appliance: for Standard and Aqua-Secure models 2. Carefully turn on the tap and check that the connection points are not leaking. ² Screw connection is under water pipe pressure. Water drainage hose ² – Do not kink or protract the the water supply hose. – Height difference between the placement area and drainage point: 0 – maximum[...]

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    49 Drainage into a siphon m W arning! Water damage possible! If the drainage hose slips off the siphon connection due to high water pressure when draining the washing machine, leaking water may cause damage. Connection point must be secured with hose clip, Ø 24–40 mm (specialist outlet). Connecting Drainage into a plastic pipe with rubber sleeve[...]

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    50 Alignment 1. Loosen lock nut in a clockwise direction with a wrench. 2. Check alignment of the washing machine with a spirit level and, if required, correct. Adjust the height by rotating the foot. ² All four feet must be firmly on the floor. The washing machine must not wobble! 3. Tighten the lock nut against the housing. Grip the foot and do [...]

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    51 Electrical connection Electrical safety m W arning! Danger of death from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are touched. – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord. – Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only. – Never pull out the mains plug during operation. – Connect the washing machine to an alternat[...]

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    52 Before the 1st washing The washing machine was inspected thoroughly before leaving the factory. To remove any water left over from testing procedures, the first washing cycle should be carried out without laundry in the machine. ² The washing machine must have been installed and connected properly. See chapter Installing ~ Page 50 1. Check the [...]

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    53 Transportation, e.g. if moving house Preparatory work 1. Turn off the tap. 2. Release the water pressure in the supply hose. Maintenance – Filter in the water inlet hose ~ Page 34 3. Drain any residual detergent solution. Maintenance – Drain pump blocked ~ Page 32 4. Isolate the washing machine from the power supply. 5. Remove the hoses. Ins[...]

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    54 Index A Alignment, 50 Aqua-Sensor, 30 B Basic Settings 3 sec., 11, 29 Button ecoPerfect ¦ , 11, 16, 26 Extra Rinse, 11, 17, 27 Finish in, 11, 16, 26 Less Ironing, 11, 17, 26 Prewash, 11, 17, 27 Rinse Hold, 11, 17, 27 speedPerfect G , 11, 16, 26 Spin, 11, 16, 26 Start/Reload, 11 Temperature, 11, 16, 26 C Cancelling the programme, 19 Care, 31 Dru[...]

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    55 I Information on the display panel, 36 Inserting the laundry, 13, 14, 15 Installation, 42 Installing transportation protection devices, 53 Intended use, 4 L Less Ironing, 11, 17, 26 Load adjust, 30 Load sensor/Load display, 30 M Maintenance, 31 O Old appliance, 7 P Packaging, 7 Prewash, 11, 17, 27 Programme overview, 22 Programme selector, 11 Pr[...]

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    Siemens-Electrogeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34, 81739 München *9000965198* 9000965198 (9404) siemens-home.com Aqua-Stop warranty For appliances with Aqua-Stop only In addition to warranty claims against the seller based on the contract of sale and in addition to our appliance warranty we shall pay damages under the following conditions: 1. If wa[...]