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WM16Y790AU

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en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions1

en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions1
- en Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions1

Before washing3

Before washing4

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    - Protection of the environment7

Packaging/7

Packaging/7
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- Old appliance7

Hints and tips7

Hints and tips7

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      - The main points in brief8

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Please load laundry: max. 8kg8
- Please load laundry: max. 8kg8

Please load laundry: max. 8kg8
- Please load laundry: max. 8kg8

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For models with insert for liquid detergent:10
- For models with insert for liquid detergent:10
  - For models with insert for liquid detergent:10
- The detergent drawer features an insert which is used as a dosing aid for liquid detergent.10

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- Do not use insert:10
  - Do not use insert:10
  - – For gel-like detergents and washing powders.10
    - – For gel-like detergents and washing powders.10
      - – For gel-like detergents and washing powders.10
    - – For programmes with Prewash or Ready in option.10
      - – For programmes with Prewash or Ready in option.10

Position insert for dosing liquid detergent:10
- Position insert for dosing liquid detergent:10

For models without insert for liquid detergent:10
- For models without insert for liquid detergent:10
- Dose liquid detergent according to the manufacturer’s instructions.10

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- All buttons are sensitive, they only need to be touched gently.11
  - All buttons are sensitive, they only need to be touched gently.11

Operating the appliance12

Operating the appliance12
- Operating the appliance12
  - Operating the appliance12
    - Operating the appliance12
      - Operating the appliance12
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Protecting the washing and the machine:12

Protecting the washing and the machine:12

2. Preparing the appliance13

2. Preparing the appliance13
- 2. Preparing the appliance13
  - 2. Preparing the appliance13
    - 2. Preparing the appliance13
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3. Selecting a programme and13

60°C13
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  - °C13
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2:31h13
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– The indicator lamp is lit on the programme selector and the main menu for the selected programme is indicated on the display panel.13

4. Select a programme.14

Drain14
- Drain14

Rinse14
- Rinse14

– Select programme using the buttons under the arrows. The selection is acknowledged by a tick.14

30°C14
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  - °C14
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Outdoor14
- Outdoor14

– To change the programme, select button under the black highlighted programme and change programme.14

– To change the programme, select button under the black highlighted programme and change programme.14

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Please load laundry: max. 8kg14
- Please load laundry: max. 8kg14

The load screen for the selected programme (e.g. for Cottons) is indicated on the display panel. The load screen is indicated when the door is opened or when the amount of washing is changed.14

– Unfold and load presorted items of washing. Mix large and small items. Washing items of different size distribute themselves better during the spin cycle. Individual items of washing may cause imbalances.14

– Unfold and load presorted items of washing. Mix large and small items. Washing items of different size distribute themselves better during the spin cycle. Individual items of washing may cause imbalances.14
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– Do not load washing until the main menu for the saved programme is displayed after the Siemens logo.15

– Do not load washing until the main menu for the saved programme is displayed after the Siemens logo.15

– The load bar progresses as the washing machine is loaded. If the max. load is exceeded, the bar flashes. Do not exceed indicated max. load. Overfilling reduces the washing result and encourages creasing.15

– The load bar progresses as the washing machine is loaded. If the max. load is exceeded, the bar flashes. Do not exceed indicated max. load. Overfilling reduces the washing result and encourages creasing.15

4. Add detergent and care product15

4. Add detergent and care product15
- 4. Add detergent and care product15
  - 4. Add detergent and care product15
    - 4. Add detergent and care product15
    - 1. Pull out the detergent drawer.15
      - 1. Pull out the detergent drawer.15
        1. Pull out the detergent drawer.15
      - 2. Dosing in dispenser according to:15
        2. Dosing in dispenser according to:15
        – Dosing recommendation on the display panel,15
        – Dosing recommendation on the display panel,15
        – Dosing recommendation on the display panel,15
        e.g. for15
        Cottons15

Please load laundry: max. 8kg15
- Please load laundry: max. 8kg15

Depending on the amount of washing in the washing machine, a dosing recommendation is indicated on the display panel.15

– Soiling.15

– Soiling.15

– Water hardness (ask your water supply company).15

– Water hardness (ask your water supply company).15

– Manufacturer’s instructions.15

– Manufacturer’s instructions.15

– When dosing all detergents, cleaning aids, cleaning products and cleaning agents, always follow the manufacturer's instructions.15

– When dosing all detergents, cleaning aids, cleaning products and cleaning agents, always follow the manufacturer's instructions.15

– Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.15

5. Changing the settings of the selected programme15

5. Changing the settings of the selected programme15
- 5. Changing the settings of the selected programme15
  - 5. Changing the settings of the selected programme15

60°C15
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The main menu for the selected programme is indicated again on the display panel.15

You can use the displayed presettings or adjust the selected programme optimally to the items of washing by changing the presettings or selecting additional settings/options.16

Ø Changing the Temperature16

Ø Changing the Temperature16

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The arrows on the display panel indicate which buttons are used to change the settings. The settings are active without acknowledgement and are displayed in the main menu.16

– If the buttons are held down, the set values automatically run through.16

– If the buttons are held down, the set values automatically run through.16

– The respective programme duration is displayed by selecting the programme. The programme duration is adjusted while the programme is running if the programme duration requires changing, e.g. due to changes in the programme settings/ options, foam...16

– The respective programme duration is displayed by selecting the programme. The programme duration is adjusted while the programme is running if the programme duration requires changing, e.g. due to changes in the programme settings/ options, foam...16

Ø ASR Stain Automatic16

soil + sand17
- soil + sand17

coffee17
- coffee17

– Select/deselect stain using displayed buttons. Stain option is immediately active and is indicated on the display panel.17

Ø ß17

Extra rinse17
- Extra rinse17

– Select option by pressing the two buttons displayed on the left.17

6. Starting the programme17

6. Starting the programme17
- 6. Starting the programme17
  - 6. Starting the programme17
    - 6. Starting the programme17
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Load adjust active18
- Load adjust active18

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Ø Prewash, wash, rinse, spin, drain ... are displayed during the wash cycle.18

Ø Prewash, wash, rinse, spin, drain ... are displayed during the wash cycle.18
- Ø Prewash, wash, rinse, spin, drain18

Ø Extra rinse: foam18

Ø Extra rinse: foam18
- Ø Extra rinse: foam18
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Ø Other displays18

Ø Other displays18
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During washing18

During washing18
- During washing18
  - During washing18
    - During washing18
    - Ø Childlock18
      - Ø Childlock18
        Ø Childlock18
        Ø Childlock18
        To prevent the set functions of the washing machine from being accidentally changed, the childproof lock can be activated.18
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wChildlock has been activated18
- wChildlock has been activated18
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Display panel goes back to the Main menu after approx. 3 seconds.18

If the programme selector is adjusted or a button is selected while the childproof lock is active, the18

Ø Topping up washing19

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– If there is a high water level, high temperature or if the drum is rotating, the washing machine door remains locked for reasons of safety and reload is not possible. Follow the information on the display panel. To continue the programme, select the19

– If there is a high water level, high temperature or if the drum is rotating, the washing machine door remains locked for reasons of safety and reload is not possible. Follow the information on the display panel. To continue the programme, select the19
- Start19
- Ü19

– Load display is not active during relosding.19

– Load display is not active during relosding.19

– Do not leave washing machine door open for a prolonged period – water could run out of the washing.19

– Do not leave washing machine door open for a prolonged period – water could run out of the washing.19

Ø Changing the programme sequence19

Ø Cancelling the programme19

Ø End of programme by Rinse Hold20

Ø End of programme by Rinse Hold20
- Ø End of programme by Rinse Hold20

Rinse hold reached:20
- Rinse hold reached:20

Select "spin" or "drain"20
- Select "spin" or "drain"20

and then "start".20
- and then "start".20

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End of the programme20

End of the programme20
- End of the programme20
  - End of the programme20

If20

Foam has been detected20

Dose less detergent in the next wash cycle with the same load.20

Dose less detergent in the next wash cycle with the same load.20

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– Do not leave any items of washing in the drum. In the next wash they may shrink or discolour something else.21

– Do not leave any items of washing in the drum. In the next wash they may shrink or discolour something else.21

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– Remove any foreign objects from the drum and the rubber seal – risk of rust.21

– Remove any foreign objects from the drum and the rubber seal – risk of rust.21

– Leave detergent drawer and door open so that residual water can evaporate.21

– Leave detergent drawer and door open so that residual water can evaporate.21

Before switching the machine off:21

Before switching the machine off:21

– Always remove the washing. Otherwise, the load display may malfunction.21

– Always remove the washing. Otherwise, the load display may malfunction.21

– Always wait until the programme ends, as the appliance could still be locked. Then switch the appliance on and wait for the unlocking device.21

– Always wait until the programme ends, as the appliance could still be locked. Then switch the appliance on and wait for the unlocking device.21

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selectable temperature as °C22
- selectable temperature as °C22
  - selectable temperature as °C22

selectable spin speeds in rpm, the max. spin speed depends on the model22
- selectable spin speeds in rpm, the max. spin speed depends on the model22
  - selectable spin speeds in rpm, the max. spin speed depends on the model22

possible programme options22
- possible programme options22
  - possible programme options22

for the Less Ironing programme option possible spin speeds in rpm22
- for the Less Ironing programme option possible spin speeds in rpm22
  - for the Less Ironing programme option possible spin speeds in rpm22

cold – 40 – 90 °C22
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cold – 40 – 60 °C22
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Starching26

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  - Starching26

Dyeing/Discolouring26

Dyeing/Discolouring26
- Dyeing/Discolouring26
  - Dyeing/Discolouring26
    - Dyeing/Discolouring26
    - Dye in household quantities only. Salt may attack stainless steel! Observe specifications of the dye manufacturer! Do26
      - not26

Soaking26

Soaking26
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- Spin27
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For the other stains we have developed comparable solutions in intensive studies.29

Selectable treatment of stains29

Selectable treatment of stains29
- Selectable treatment of stains29
  - Selectable treatment of stains29
    - Selectable treatment of stains29

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* Programme setting for tests according to currently valid European standard EN60456.30

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- By pressing the31
  - By pressing the31

language31
- language31

button signal31
- button signal31

Ø If the buttons are held down, the settings automatically run through.31

Settings are retained after appliance is switched off.31

Settings are retained after appliance is switched off.31

Cleaning and maintenance33

Cleaning and maintenance33

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If a fault cannot be rectified (switching the machine on and off) or a repair is required:40
- If a fault cannot be rectified (switching the machine on and off) or a repair is required:40
- – Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug.40
  - – Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug.40
    - – Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug.40
  - – Turn off the tap and call customer service.40
    - – Turn off the tap and call customer service.40
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- If you cannot rectify the fault yourself,41
  - If you cannot rectify the fault yourself,41

Rely on the competence of the manufacturer.41

Rely on the competence of the manufacturer.41

Contact us. You can therefore be sure that the repair is carried out by trained service technicians who carry original spare parts.41

Installing the appliance42

Installing the appliance42
- Installing the appliance42
  - Installing the appliance42
    - Installing the appliance42
      - Installing the appliance42
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for Standard and Aqua-Secure models50

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Screw connection is under water pipe pressure.50

Screw connection is under water pipe pressure.50

Water drainage hose50

Water drainage hose50
- Water drainage hose50
  - Water drainage hose50

Drainage into a wash basin50

Drainage into a wash basin50
- Drainage into a wash basin50
  - Drainage into a wash basin50

Drainage into a siphon51

Drainage into a siphon51
- Drainage into a siphon51
  - Drainage into a siphon51

Drainage into a plastic pipe with rubber sleeve or into a gully:51

Drainage into a plastic pipe with rubber sleeve or into a gully:51
- Drainage into a plastic pipe with rubber sleeve or into a gully:51
  - Drainage into a plastic pipe with rubber sleeve or into a gully:51

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- Electrical safety53
  - Electrical safety53
    - Electrical safety53
      - Electrical safety53
        Electrical safety53
        Danger of death from electric shock53
        Danger of death from electric shock53
        Danger of death if live parts are touched.53
        – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord.53
        – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord.53
        – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord.53
        – Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only.53
        – Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only.53
        – Never pull out the mains plug during operation.53
        – Never pull out the mains plug during operation.53
        – Connect the washing machine to an alternating current via a correctly installed earthed socket only.53
        – Connect the washing machine to an alternating current via a correctly installed earthed socket only.53
        – The mains voltage and voltage specifications on the washing machine (appliance rating plate) must match.53
        – The mains voltage and voltage specifications on the washing machine (appliance rating plate) must match.53
        – Connected load as well as required fuse are indicated on the appliance rating plate.53
        – Connected load as well as required fuse are indicated on the appliance rating plate.53
        Ensure that:53
        – Mains plug and socket match fit.53
        – Mains plug and socket match fit.53
        – Mains plug and socket match fit.53
        – Cable cross-section is adequate.53
        – Cable cross-section is adequate.53
        – Earthing system has been installed correctly.53
        – Earthing system has been installed correctly.53
        – A damaged power cord may be replaced by an electrician only. A replacement mains cable can be obtained from customer service.53
        – A damaged power cord may be replaced by an electrician only. A replacement mains cable can be obtained from customer service.53
        – Do not use multiple plugs/couplings or extension cables.53
        – Do not use multiple plugs/couplings or extension cables.53
        – If a residual-current-operated circuit breaker is used, use only a type which features this symbol:53
        – If a residual-current-operated circuit breaker is used, use only a type which features this symbol:53
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        Only this symbol guarantees compliance with currently valid regulations.53
        – The mains plug must be accessible at all times.53
        – The mains plug must be accessible at all times.53

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- 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 out54
  - 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 out54

Aqua-Stop warranty60

To book an engineer visit and product advice60
- To book an engineer visit and product advice60
  - To book an engineer visit and product advice60

Please find the contact data of all countries in the enclosed customer service list.60
- Please find the contact data of all countries in the enclosed customer service list.60

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Model: WM16Y790AU

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