Manual Siemens WM08E2C00W Washing Machine

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Correct installation according to

separate installation instructions.

Remove the transport bolts before using

the appliance for the first time.

Check the machine

– Never switch on a damaged

machine.

– Inform your after-sales service.

Insert the mains plug

With dry hands only.

Only hold the plug by the plug

body.

Turn on the tap

Compartment II: Detergent for the main

wash, water softener, bleach, stain

remover

Sort and load the washing

Follow manufacturer’s care information.

Sort according to the information on the care labels.

Sort according to type, colour, level of soiling and temperature.

Do not exceed the maximum load aPage 7.

Observe the instructions in the Important information section aPage 8!

Load both large and small items of washing together.

Close the washing machine door

Take care not to trap any items of clothing

between the loading door and rubber seal.

Add detergent and care product

Add the appropriate amount according to:

Amount of laundry, level of soiling, water hardness (ask your water

supply company) and manufacturer’s instructions.

Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser.

During operation: take care when opening the detergent drawer.

Set the programme

For detailed programme information, see programme overviewapage 7.

For option buttons a page 5.

Select additional functions

For additional functions a page 6.

Press the “Start/Reload” button

The programme starts.

Your washing machine

Congratulations – you have opted for a modern, high–quality

domestic appliance manufactured by Siemens. The washing

machine is distinguished by its economical use of water and

energy .

Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly

to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.

Intended use

Contents Page

ʋIntended use ................................................................................... 1

ʋPreparation ......................................................................................... 2

ʋWashing ........................................................................................... 3/4

ʋDisplay information,Option buttons ................................................ 5

ʋAdditional functions .......................................................................... 6

ʋProgramme overview........................................................................ 7

ʋSafety instructions.............................................................................. 8

ʋImportant information ........................................................................ 8

ʋCleaning and care .......................................................................9/10

ʋConsumption values........................................................................11

ʋTechnical specification....................................................................11

ʋCustomer service .............................................................................12

ʋFault display ......................................................................................12

ʋWhat to do if......................................................................................13

Protection of the environment/Conservation tips

– Load the maximum amount of laundry for the particular

programme.

– Wash normally soiled laundry without prewash.

– Select Intensive 60  (do not select additional function Quick

Wash), to achieve a good cleaning result with significantly

lower energy consumption.

– Dose detergent according to the manufacturer’s instructions

and water hardness.

– If the laundry is to be subsequently dried in a tumble dryer,

select a spin speed as specified by the dryer manufacturer.

Preparation

The machine was tested before leaving the factory.To remove any water

left over from testing procedures, the first washing cycle should be car-

ried out without any laundry in the machine a Page 8.

Display panel/Option buttons

Indicates the settings which have

been selected

Additional functions

In addition to the programme if

required

Start/Reload

For starting / pausing the washing

cycle

Programme selector

For switching the machine on

and off and for selecting the

programme. Can be rotated

in either direction

Washing

Compartment ~: Fabric softener,

impregnating agent, starch

Compartment I: Detergent for pre–wash

ʋFor domestic use only.

ʋFor washing machine–washable fabrics in a detergent

solution.

ʋTo be operated with cold mains water and

commercially available detergents and care products

which are suitable for use in washing machines.

ʋOperating conditions:

- ambient temperature 0-40 °C

- relative air humidity: under 95% (tested at 25 °C)

.

– Do not leave children unattended near the

washing machine.

– Keep pets away from the washing machine.

– The washing machine is not to be used by

children or persons not familiar with the

operating instructions.

– Install and operate the washing machine in a

room with a drain.

– In order to ensure your safety, you must plug the

cable into a socket which is correctly connected

to a reliable earth connection.

Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.

This prevents blockages.

Display information, Option buttons

ʑ

Display Information

tüwash: Not on if Rinse, Spin/Empty is selected

flashing: too much detergent used a page 13

müRinse: Not on if Spin/Empty is selected

Å Spin: Not on if “ ” Rinse hold is selected

rüOn: the door can be opened;

flashing (after programme starts): the door was not closed correctly

s: On: childproof lock is activated;

flashing: the setting was changed a page 6

90 : Default washing temperature ; Cold : cold wash

800 Å: Default spin speed of the programme

: Special symbol a page 5 Special symbol

1:30: Expected programme duration

7.0 LH: Recommended max. load

24 hours: Select Finish in time

>: End of programme

§:³µ: Fault displays a page 12

§, ǯ: “YES” if the door can be opened or “NO” if it cannot be

opened during “Pause” period

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Option buttons

You can change the default spin speed and temperature even while

the selected programme is running.

Washing temperature 

You can change the indicated washing temperature. The maximum washing temperature which

can be selected depends on the chosen programme. a page 7

Spin speed Å

You can change the indicated spin speed. The maximum spin speed which can be selected

depends on the chosen programme. You can also set “ ” .aSpecial symbol

Finish in time 

Before a programme starts, you can specify by how many hours later the programme is to be

ended.

– Press Finish in button until the required number of hours is shown. The Finish in time can

be set in hour increments up to a maximum of 24 hours.

– Press Start/Reload, the Finish in time starts counting down.

You can pause the programme to open the door even if the Finish in time is active.

Additional functions

ʑ

Buttons for additional functions

In addition to the programme if required

㐙䅤亐Quick Washz

Shorten the washing time. For slightly soiled items.

If the function is selected, programme duration and max. load will be

changed.

㐙偻亐 Rinse Plush

Additional rinse cycles,extended washing time.

For areas with very soft water or for further improvement of the rinsing

result.

㋆匡剤Less Ironingâ

Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin -

residual moisture in the laundry increases slightly.

Additional functions can be combined.

The indicator lights of the buttons come on, if additional functions are active.

Switching off the additional function:Touch the button again.The indicator light goes out.

ʑ

Childproof lock

Programme will not be changed by accidental operation.

– Activating the childproof lock: After the programme starts, press Start/Reload and hold

down for 5 seconds until the süsymbol is displayed.

The süsymbol flashes if any setting is inadvertently changed.

– Deactivating the childproof lock: Press Start/Reload and hold down for 5 seconds until the

süsymbol goes out.

– If the programme is ended or any setting is changed, deactivate the childproof lock.

– If the programme is changed while the childproof lock is activated, the süsymbol flashes,

the programme which is running will continue.

– If the childproof lock is deactivated while the programme selector is in a different position

from when the childproof lock was activated, the programme which is currently running be

halted.

ʑ

Signal

*If required, set the volume

repeatedly.

ʑ

Sleep mode

If you do not operate the machine for about five minutes after selecting the programme or

programme end, the display information goes out to save power.

– If required, press any button, and all information will be displayed again.

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Scope of delivery

QWashing machine 1 x

QOperating instructions 1 x

QInstallation instructions 1 x

QWarranty guide 1 x

QCover cap 4 x

QBottom cover 1 x

QWater inlet hose 1 x

Maintenance cover

Control panel

Door handle

Drum

Detergent drawer

with dispenser II, ~, I

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Removing the laundry

Open the washing machine door and remove the laundry.

Leave the door and detergent drawer open to allow the

interior of the machine to dry.

Turn off the tap

Switch off

– If the childproof lock is active,deactivate it a page 6.

– Set Programme selector to Off.

Programme ended when ...

– “>” and “r” appear on the display field, and the

buzzer sounds.

– “ ” appear on the display field, and the buzzer

sounds. a page 5 Special symbol

Changing the programme ...

If you have accidentally selected the wrong programme:

– If the childproof lock is active,deactivate it a page 6.

– Turn the programme selector to a newly selected

programme.

– If required, select additional functions.

– Press the Start/Reload button, new programme starts.

Pausing a programme ...

If you would like to pause a programme while it is running

without changing the sequence:

– If the childproof lock is active,deactivate it a page 6.

– Press the Start/Reload button:

ʋWhen “ǯ” and “r ” flash on the display field, wait for

at least 2 minutes.

ʋWhen “§” and “r” appear, the door can be

opened. If required, add/remove the laundry.

ʋIf “ ǯ ” appears for a prolonged period, the door can-

not be opened for reasons of your safety.

– Press the Start/Reload button to continue the

programme.

... or terminate the programme

If you would like to terminate a programme:

– If the childproof lock is active,deactivate it

a page 6.

– Turn the programme selector to Spin/Empty.

– Press the Start/Reload button.

– Remove the laundry after the spinning cycle.

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9

10

Set to Off Press and hold

and

1 step

clockwise

Release the

button to find

the number

1. Start the signal

mode

2. Set volume for...

Button signals

for incorrect

button

Information

signals

set volume

* set volume*1 step

clockwise

Set to Off

for programme status

Display Information

Display information

depends on the

chosen programme

directly

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Programme overview (see also the information on page 5/6)

Programmes



max. load

(kg)

*

Type of laundry

Compartm

ent

**

Quick wash

Rinse plus

Less Ironing

II ~I

㺖䯂15’Quick

cold - 40 2.0 Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen, short programme



㇁嵏Easy care

cold - 60 3.5

Easy-Care textiles made of fine cotton, linen, synthetic fibres or blended

fabrics



䲢㊳Mix

cold - 40 3.5 Textiles made of cotton and easy-care textiles



䝴嵲儔Cotton

cold - 90 7.0 Hard-wearing textiles, heat-resistant textiles made of cotton or linen



帵䪆Wool

cold - 40 2.0

For hand and machine washable wool or wool-rich textiles, e.g. cashmere,

ohair or angora. Also suited for hand washable silk



䝴氰にIntensive

cold - 60 7.0

Long time washing programme, for heavily soiled hard-wearing textiles

made of cotton or linen



䝴眯䯂Prewash

cold - 90 7.0

Energy-intensive programme for heavily soiled hard-wearing textiles made

of cotton or linen



㺖䯂30’Quick

cold - 40 3.5 Hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen, short programme



湻ㅓ䖸Sportswear

cold - 40 2.0 Fabrics made of microfibre

幨嵽䖸Down

cold - 40 1.0 Washable laundry filled with down.

甏扷Antibacteria

cold - 60 7.0 Hard-wearing textiles, heat-resistant textiles made of cotton or linen



氰䙿Delicate

cold - 40 2.0

For delicate, washable textiles, e.g. made of silk, satin, synthetic fibres or

blended fabrics (e.g. silk blouses, silk scarf)



姽䲰䮬Drum clean

Drum clean programme. 90  =antibacterial programme, pour no deter-

gent

㈀䶭䯂Rinse

Washable textiles, Extra rinse with spin

㈀応䫟Spin

The extra spin programme or extra empty programme apage 5 Special

symbol

* The max. load are default values when the programme is selected and the default addition function Quick wash is deactivated.

** : obligatory; : optional.

i The programme duration deviate from the indicated values depending on water pressure, hardness, and inlet temperature, ambiente temperature,

type, amount and soiling of the laundry, detergent used, fluctuations in the power supply and selected additional functions.

BSW Household Appliances Co., Ltd.

Plot No. 22-23 National Hi-Tech Industrial Development

Zone 214028, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, P.R.China

WM10E2R00W

WM12E2R80W

WM08E2C00W

9000929859

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