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Your new washing machine Display rules : Warning! You have chosen a Siemens washing machine. This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly dangerous Please take a few minutes to read and situation. Not heeding the warning can become familiar with the advantages of cause death or injuries.
Intended use Installing the appliance on a base Intended use or on a wooden joist ceiling..29 Installing the appliance under/ For use in the household only. between units ....29 ■...
Safety instructions If you reach into the rotating Safety instructions ■ drum, you may injure your hands. Electrical safety Do not grip the rotating S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s drum.
Protection of theb environment Warning Protection of the Danger of suffocation! environment When playing, children may become entangled in the Packaging/old appliance packaging/film and packaging P r o t e c t i o n o f t h e b e n v i r o n m e n t parts or pull them over their heads and suffocate.
The main points in brief The main points in brief T h e m a i n p o i n t s i n b r i e f Insert mains plug. Open the washing Select the Max. load in display Turn the tap on.
Getting to know your appliance Getting to know your appliance Washing machine G e t t i n g t o k n o w y o u r a p p l i a n c e 9S Open the door Detergent dispenser 9T Close the door Control panel...
Getting to know your appliance Control panel Note: All buttons are sensitive, they only need to be touched gently. ( Select a programme. Rotating the programme @ Start wash programme. Select selector in either direction is possible. (Start/Reload) I button to start, interrupt Programme Overview ~ Page 15 (e.g.
Laundry Sorting laundry according to: Laundry Type of fabric/fibre ■ P rotecting the washing and Colour ■ L a u n d r y the machine: Follow manufacturer’s care ■ information. Soiling Notes ■ – light When dosing all detergents, ■...
Operating the appliance Open the washing machine door. Operating the appliance Prepare the appliance O p e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e The washing machine was tested before delivery.
Operating the appliance Loading laundry in the drum Filling the dispensers and selecting programme Pull out the detergent drawer. Warning Insert the washing. Eye / skin irritation! Close the door. If the detergent drawer is opened while the appliance is running, detergent or care product may run out.
Operating the appliance remind you to deactivate the childproof Measuring aid* for liquid detergent lock. Position the measuring aid for To deactivate the childproof lock: measuring the correct amount of liquid detergent: Touch (spin) 0 and (Finish in) Pull out the detergent drawer. Insert 5 button at the same time until the w the liquid detergent container into symbol turns off.
Operating the appliance Changing the programme After washing if you have mistakenly started a wrong Set programm selector to $ Off. programme. Open appliance door and remove washing. Select Start/Reload. Notes Select another programme. – Do not leave any items If required, adjust the presetting of washing in the drum.
Overview of programmes Overview of programmes Programme on the programme O v e r v i e w o f p r o g r a m m e s selector Programme/Type of washing Options/Information Name of the programme Max. load * Brief explanation of the programme and for which textiles it is suita- * Max.
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Overview of programmes Programme/Type of washing Options/Information max. 4.0kg Mixed load of cottons and synthetic fabrics. Ž - 40°C - - - - ... 1200 rpm (speed/eco), (Less iron), (Rinse plus) Optional Chiffon max. 2.0kg Delicate programme for washing chiffon. Ž...
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Overview of programmes Programme/Type of washing Options/Information Disinfectant max. 4.0kg Special program for using clothing disinfectant, suitable for mixed- Ž - 40°C load consisting of textiles made of cotton and synthetics. - - - - ... 1200 rpm (speed/eco), (Less iron), (Rinse plus) Optional Sensitive...
Individual settings Individual settings Additional options °C (Temperature) (speed/eco) I n d i v i d u a l s e t t i n g s A d d i t i o n a l o p t i o n s The indicated washing temperature can For washing in a shorter time with a be changed.
Signal Signal S i g n a l Setting signal volume Activate setting mode for signal volume Turn to $ Off 1 step clockwise Press I Start/Reoad 1 step clock- Release and hold and wise a) Set volume for button signals Press the û...
Cleaning and maintenance Drum Cleaning and Use chlorine-free cleaning agent, not maintenance steel wool. Warning Descaling 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 from electric shock! Danger of death if live parts are Not required if detergent dosed touched.
Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning the liquid detergent Warning Danger of scalding! container* Wash liquor is hot when washing at high *depending on the model temperatures. You may be scalded if you touch the hot wash liquor. If it contains liquid detergent residue: Allow wash liquor to cool down.
Cleaning and maintenance Close service flap. If required, Filter in the water inlet hose engage disengaged service flap blocked beforehand. First, release water pressure in the To prevent unused detergent Note: supply hose: from flowing into the outlet during the Turn off the tap! next wash: Pour 1 litre of water into Select any programme (except Spin...
Faults and what to do about them Do not grip the rotating drum. Wait until Faults and what to do the drum stops rotating. about them Caution! Water damage possible! Emergency release, e.g. if a Leaking water may cause damage. 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 power failure occurs Do not open the door if you can still see...
Faults and what to do about them Faults and what to do about them Faults Cause/Remedy Water is running out. Fit/refit drainage hose correctly. ■ Tighten screw–fitting on the supply hose. ■ Water not flowing in. Start/Reload not selected? ■ Tap not open? Detergent not washed in.
Consumption values Consumption values Technical specifications C o n s u m p t i o n v a l u e s Model: WS12K2601W WS12K2681W T e c h n i c a l s p e c i f i c a t i o n s Dimensions 60 x 45 x 85 cm WS12K2691W...
Installation and connection Installation and connection Standard accessories I n s t a l l a t i o n a n d c o n n e c t i o n Note: A hose clip Ø 24–40 mm (specialist store) is also required for connection to a siphon.
Installation and connection Hose and cable lengths Available from dealer/customer Caution! service: Risk of stumbling! Extension for cold water inlet hose. If the hoses and power cord are ■ Qualified tap. installed incorrectly, there is a risk of ■ tripping and injury. Installation Lay hoses and cables in such a way that there is no risk of stumbling.
Installation and connection Installation area Install washer machine only under a ■ continuous worktop connected firmly to the adjacent cupboards. Stability is important to prevent Note: the washing machine from wandering! The installation area must be firm Removing the transportation ■...
Installation and connection Take the power cord out of the Water supply holders. Remove sleeves. Water inlet hose: do not kink, Note: crush, modify or sever (strength is no longer guaranteed). Optimum water pressure in the mains: 100–1000 kPa (1–10 bar) When the tap is turned on, the water ■...
Installation and connection Water drainage Installing the drainage hose: Notes Do not kink or protract the water ■ drainage hose. Height difference between the ■ placement area and drainage point: Minimum 0 cm – maximum 100 cm Drainage into a wash basin Drainage into a siphon Warning The connection point must be secured...
Installation and connection Alignment Electrical connection Loosen lock nut in a clockwise Electrical safety direction with a wrench. Check alignment of the washing Warning machine with a spirit level and, if Danger of death from electric shock! required, correct. Adjust the height Danger of death if live parts are by rotating the foot.
Installation and connection Before washing for the first Transportation time Remove covers and keep in a safe place. The washing machine was inspected If required, use a screwdriver. thoroughly before leaving the factory. To remove any residual test water, run the Drum clean programme the first time without washing.
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Repair order and advice in the event of faults 400 889 9999 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.com *9000963907* 9000963907 (9407)