Siemens WG44A1XVZA, User Manual And Installation Instructions

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Page 2: ...tricity supply 15 5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance 17 5 1 Appliance 17 5 2 Detergent drawer 18 5 3 Control panel 18 6 Before using for the first time 19 6 1 Starting an empty washing cycle 19 7 Display 20 8 Buttons 23 9 Programmes 25 10 Accessories 29 11 Laundry 29 11 1 Preparing the laundry 29 12 Detergents and care products 30 13 Basic operation 30 13 1 Switching on the appliance 30 ...

Page 3: ...34 17 Troubleshooting 37 17 1 Emergency release 45 18 Transportation storage and disposal 45 18 1 Removing the appliance 45 18 2 Inserting the transit bolts 45 18 3 Using the appliance again 45 18 4 Disposing of old appliance 46 19 Customer Service 46 19 1 Product number E Nr and production number FD 46 20 Consumption values 47 21 Technical data 47 ...

Page 4: ...ucts suitable for washing machines In private households and in enclosed spaces in a domestic en vironment Up to an altitude of max 4000 m above sea level 1 3 Restriction on user group This appliance may be used by children aged 8 or over and by people who have reduced physical sensory or mental abilities or inadequate experience and or knowledge provided that they are supervised or have been inst...

Page 5: ...e e g a timer or remote control When the appliance is installed the mains plug of the power cord must be freely accessible If free access is not possible an all pole isolating switch must be installed in the permanent elec trical installation according to the installation regulations When installing the appliance check that the power cable is not trapped or damaged If the insulation of the power c...

Page 6: ...i ances may tip over WARNING Risk of suffocation Children may put packaging material over their heads or wrap themselves up in it and suffocate Keep packaging material away from children Do not let children play with packaging material CAUTION Risk of injury The appliance may vibrate or move when in use Place the appliance on a clean even solid surface Align the appliance using the appliance feet ...

Page 7: ... use the appliance in enclosed spaces Never expose the appliance to intense heat or humidity Do not use steam or high pressure cleaners hoses or sprays to clean the appliance WARNING Risk of harm to health Children can lock themselves in the appliance thereby putting their lives at risk Do not install the appliance behind a door as this may obstruct the appliance door or prevent it from opening Wi...

Page 8: ...t on or lean against the open door Do not sit on or lean against the appliance door Do not place any objects on the appliance door Reaching into the drum while it is still turning may cause hand in juries Wait for the drum to come to a complete stop before reaching inside CAUTION Risk of scalding When you wash at high temperatures the detergent solution gets hot Do not touch the hot detergent solu...

Page 9: ...ust be re placed by the manufacturer the manufacturer s Customer Ser vice or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent any risk An ingress of moisture can cause an electric shock Do not use steam or high pressure cleaners hoses or sprays to clean the appliance WARNING Risk of injury The use of non original spare parts and non original accessories is dangerous Only use the manufacturer s ori...

Page 10: ...s valves or similar Ensure that the inner diameter of the water tap is at least 17 mm Make sure that the length of the thread on the connection to the water tap is at least 10 mm If the water pressure is too high or too low the appliance may not be able to operate properly Ensure that the water pressure in the water supply system is at least 100 kPa 1 bar and max 1000 kPa 10 bar If the water press...

Page 11: ...e appli ance consumes less energy For light to normal soiling lower tem peratures than indicated on the care label are also sufficient Set the maximum spin speed if you want to dry the laundry in the tumble dryer afterwards a The drier the laundry the shorter the programme duration when dry ing which in turn reduces energy consumption A higher spin speed reduces the residual moisture in the laundr...

Page 12: ...after the first wash cycle The delivery consists of the following Washing machine Accompanying documents Transit bolts Removing the transit bolts Page 13 Cover caps Water inlet hose Connecting the water inlet hose Page 14 4 3 Requirements for the in stallation location WARNING Risk of electric shock The appliance contains live parts Touching live parts is dangerous Do not operate the appliance wit...

Page 13: ...n nected to adja cent cabinets Required niche width 60 cm Against a wall Do not trap the hoses between the wall and the appliance 4 4 Removing the transit bolts The appliance is secured for trans portation using transit bolts on the rear of the appliance Note Keep the transit bolt screws and the sleeves in a safe place for fu ture transport Page 45 1 Pull the hoses out of the holders 2 Unscrew and...

Page 14: ...water inlet hose to a tap 26 4 mm 3 4 3 Open the water tap carefully and check that the connection points are tight Water outlet connection types This information is intended to help you to connect this appliance to the water outlet ATTENTION When draining the water outlet hose is subject to water pressure and may come loose from the installed con nection point Secure the water outlet hose against...

Page 15: ...n the lock nuts using a WAF 17 wrench by turning it in a clock wise direction 2 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 3 Screw the lock nuts tightly against the housing using a WAF 17 wrench In doing so hold the foot tight and do not adjust its height 4 7 Connecting the appliance to ...

Page 16: ...en Installation and connection 16 The connection details of the appli ance can be found under Tech nical data Page 47 2 Check the mains plug is inserted properly ...

Page 17: ...rview of the parts of your appliance here 1 2 4 6 3 5 7 7 On certain models specific details such as the colour and shape may differ from those pictured 1 Maintenance flap for the drain pump Page 34 2 Door 3 Detergent drawer Page 18 4 Control panel Page 18 5 Water outlet hose Page 14 6 Power cord Page 15 7 Transit bolts Page 13 ...

Page 18: ...h Water softener Bleach Stain remover 3 Compartment Fabric softener Liquid starch Waterproofing agent 4 Compartment I Detergent for prewash Hygiene detergent Detergent for 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 2 3 1 1 4 1 Programmes 2 Programme selector Page 30 3 Display Page 20 4 Bu...

Page 19: ...t the detergent drawer 4 Pour standard washing powder into compartment II To prevent foaming use only half of the amount of detergent recom mended by the detergent manufac turer for light soiling Do not use detergent suitable for woollens or delicates 5 Push in the detergent drawer 6 Press Start Reload Pause to start the programme a The display shows the remaining programme duration a After the pr...

Page 20: ...0 1 Ready in time Buttons Page 23 9 0 kg 1 Recommended load The maximum load capacity for the selec ted programme in kg 1400 Spin speed Set spin speed in rpm Buttons Page 23 No spin cycle draining only 90 Temperature Set temperature in C Buttons Page 23 cold Start Pause Start cancel or pause Lights up The programme is running and can be cancelled or paused Flashes The programme can be star ted or ...

Page 21: ...ng has finished The programme pauses for 15 minutes You can add more laundry within this 15 minute window Options Add laundry and press Start Reload Pause to start the programme immedi ately Do not add any laundry Press Start Re load Pause to start the programme im mediately Do not add any laundry Wait for 15 minutes The programme starts after 15 minutes have elapsed varioSpeed Short wash activate...

Page 22: ... Voltage control system Flashes The programme has been paused because of impermissible voltage drops The voltage is permissible again and the programme will continue Note The programme duration is exten ded Door Lights up The door is locked and can not be opened Flashes The door is not closed prop erly Off The door is unlocked and can be opened Tap No water pressure The water pressure is too low E...

Page 23: ...sult is not affected by this Select Multiple selection Select the type of stain The temperature drum movement and soaking time are all adjusted to suit the type of stain Ready in Up to 24 hours Set the programme end The programme duration is already in cluded in the set number of hours Once the programme has started the programme duration is displayed Temp C 90 C Adjust the temperature in C Spin s...

Page 24: ...e display The pro gramme pauses and you can still load more laundry within 15 minutes Options Add laundry and press Start Re load Pause to start the programme immediately Do not add any laundry Press Start Reload Pause to start the pro gramme immediately Do not add any laundry Wait for 15 minutes The programme starts after 15 minutes have elapsed Easy iron Activate Deactivate Activate or deactivat...

Page 25: ...gy the actual washing temperat ure may deviate from the set washing temperature The washing performance meets legal require ments Programme setting Max 90 C Max 1400 rpm 9 0 Easy Care Wash items made from synthetic or blended fab rics Programme setting Max 60 C Max 1000 rpm 4 0 Quick Mix Wash items made from cotton linen or synthetic or blended fabrics Suitable for lightly soiled laundry Programme...

Page 26: ... Hygiene Wash hard wearing items made from cotton linen or blended fabrics Suitable for allergy sufferers and for strict hygiene requirements Note Once the set temperature has been reached it remains constant throughout the entire washing process Programme setting Max 60 C Max 1400 rpm Sportswear Wash sports and leisure items made from synthetic fibres microfibre or fleece Use a detergent that is ...

Page 27: ...g Max 40 C Max 800 rpm 4 0 Drum Clean Cleaning and caring for the drum Use this programme in the following cases Before using the appliance for the first time If you regularly wash at temperatures of 40 C or lower After a prolonged period of non use Use washing powder or a detergent that contains bleach Halve the amount of detergent to avoid foaming Do not use fabric softener Do not use liquid det...

Page 28: ...8 Programme Description Max load kg If you wish to reduce the programme duration to 15 minutes activate vario Speed The maximum load is reduced to 2 0 kg Programme setting Max 40 C Max 1000 rpm 1 vario Speed activated ...

Page 29: ...MZ20490 11 Laundry Note You can find further information in the digital instruction manual by scanning the QR code in the table of contents or on www siemens home bsh group com 11 1 Preparing the laundry ATTENTION Objects remaining in the laundry may damage the laundry and the drum Remove all items from any pock ets in your laundry before using the appliance To protect your appliance and the laund...

Page 30: ... pired or are highly congealed Do not use products containing solvents caustic agents or volatile substances e g bleach Use dyes sparingly as salt may damage stainless steel Do not use bleaching agents in the appliance operation 13 Basic operation operation Note You can find further information in the digital instruction manual by scanning the QR code in the table of contents or on www siemens hom...

Page 31: ...rt and re move the detergent drawer 3 Insert the measuring aid 4 Insert the detergent drawer 13 6 Use the measuring aid for liquid detergent To add liquid detergent you can use a measuring aid in the detergent drawer 1 Pull out the detergent drawer 2 Slide the measuring aid forwards 3 Fold the measuring aid down and click it into place 4 Push in the detergent drawer 13 7 Adding detergent and care ...

Page 32: ...emove laundry 4 Close the appliance door 5 Press Start Reload Pause 13 10 Cancelling the pro gramme 1 Press Start Reload Pause 2 Open the appliance door The appliance door remains locked for safety reasons if the temperature and water levels are high If the temperature is high start the Rinse programme If the water level is high start the Spin programme or select a suitable programme for draining ...

Page 33: ... your appliance working effi ciently for a long time it is important to clean and maintain it carefully Note You can find further information in the digital instruction manual by scanning the QR code in the table of contents or on www siemens home bsh group com 16 1 Cleaning the drum CAUTION Risk of injury Permanently washing at low temper atures and a lack of ventilation for the appliance may dam...

Page 34: ... into place 6 Clean the opening for the deter gent drawer 7 Push in the detergent drawer 16 3 Cleaning the drain pump Clean the drain pump in the event of faults e g blockages or rattling noises Emptying the drain pump 1 Turn off the water tap 2 Switch off the appliance 3 Disconnect the appliance s mains plug from the power supply 4 Open and remove the service flap 1 2 ...

Page 35: ...ut of the holder 7 CAUTION Risk of scalding 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 8 Firmly press on the sealing cap 9 Insert the drain hose into the holder ...

Page 36: ...ce water may remain in the drain pump unscrew the pump cap carefully 2 Clean the interior the thread on the pump cap and the pump hous ing 3 Insert the pump cap 4 Screw the pump cap as far as it will go 90 The handle on the pump cap must be in a vertical position 5 Insert and close the service flap 2 1 ...

Page 37: ...ve Press any button a The symbol lights up again E 36 10 Drain pipe or water outlet hose is blocked Clean the drain pipe and the water outlet hose Drain pipe or water drain hose is caught or jammed Ensure that the drain pipe and water drain hose are not kinked or trapped Drain pump is blocked Cleaning the drain pump Page 34 The water outlet hose is connected too high Install the water outlet hose ...

Page 38: ...an un authorised voltage under usage No remedial action possible Note If the power supply is stable the programme continues to run as normal Voltage under usage may cause extension of a pro gramme No remedial action possible lights up The temperature is too high Wait until the temperature has dropped Cancelling the programme Page 32 Water level is too high Select a suitable programme for draining ...

Page 39: ... cut Check whether the lighting in your kitchen or other appliances are working The programme does not start You have not pressed Start Reload Pause Press Start Reload Pause Door is not closed 1 Close the door 2 Press Start Reload Pause to start the programme Childproof lock is activated Deactivating the childproof lock Page 33 Ready in is activated Check whether Ready in is activated Buttons Page...

Page 40: ...nd pour the mix ture into the left hand compartment not for outdoor clothing sportswear or items stuffed with down Reduce the amount of detergent for the next wash ing cycle with the same load Unapproved extension installed on the water drain hose Remove any unapproved extensions from the water hose Connecting the appliance The pump cap is not fully screwed in Ensure that the pump cap is screwed i...

Page 41: ...the drum Different sized items of laundry distribute themselves better during the spin cycle Foam detection system switches on a rinse cycle if foam build up is too high Not a fault no action required No water is visible in the drum Water is below the visible area Not a fault no action required Do not add any extra water to the appliance while it is operating Drum jerks after the programme starts ...

Page 42: ... Different sized items of laundry distribute themselves better during the spin cycle Start the Spin programme The spin programme does not start Drain pipe or water outlet hose is blocked Clean the drain pipe and the water outlet hose Drain pipe or water drain hose is caught or jammed Ensure that the drain pipe and water drain hose are not kinked or trapped The unbalanced load detection system has ...

Page 43: ...etergent or fabric softener drips off the seal and collects on the door or in the seal fold Too much detergent fabric softener in the detergent drawer When dosing liquid detergent and fabric softener observe the marking in the detergent drawer and do not dose above this The spin result is not satisfactory The laun dry is too wet too damp A low spin speed is selected The next time you run a wash cy...

Page 44: ... on the laundry Start the Rinse programme Detergent residue on the dry laundry Detergents may contain water insoluble substances that deposit on the laundry Brush out the laundry after washing and drying Water is leaking out at the water inlet hose Water inlet hose is not correctly securely connected 1 Connect the water supply hose correctly Connect ing the water inlet hose 2 Tighten the screw con...

Page 45: ... the appliance Note You can find further information in the digital instruction manual by scanning the QR code in the table of contents or on www siemens home bsh group com 1 Turn off the water tap 2 Empty the water inlet hose 3 Switch off the appliance 4 Unplug the appliance s mains plug 5 Drain the water Cleaning the drain pump Page 34 6 Detach the hoses 18 2 Inserting the transit bolts Secure t...

Page 46: ...ic equipment WEEE The guideline determ ines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU 19 Customer Service If you have any queries on use are unable to rectify faults on the appli ance yourself or if your appliance needs to be repaired contact Cus tomer Service Detailed information on the warranty period and terms of warranty in your country is av...

Page 47: ...ons 90 9 0 2 300 102 0 3 00 Easy Care 40 4 0 0 780 62 0 2 30 Quick Mix 40 4 0 0 620 44 0 1 00 Delicates Silk 30 2 0 0 220 36 0 0 45 Wool 30 2 0 0 220 41 0 0 45 1 values determined according to the valid version of SANS1695 21 Technical data Appliance height 84 5 cm Appliance width 59 7 cm Appliance depth 63 2 cm Weight 70 5 kg1 Maximum load 9 0 kg Mains voltage 220 240 V 50 Hz Minimum in stallatio...

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