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Correct installation according to the separate 
installations actions.

Checking the machine

– Never use a damaged machine!
– Contact customer service!

Connecting the mains plug

Make sure your hands are dry! 
Handle the plug only!

Turning on the tap

Compartment II

: detergent for the main wash, water softener,

bleach, stain remover

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Your washing machine

Congratulations

 on having opted for a modern, high-quality domestic appliance 

manufactured by Siemens. This washing machine is distinguished by its economical 
energy consumption.
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly to ensure that it 
functions properly and is in perfect condition.

For further information on our products, accessories, spares and services, consult our 
website www.siemens-home.com or contact any of our customer service centres.

You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service here or in the after-
sales service directory (depending on model).

GB

 0844 8928999

(calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence 

per minute. A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply)

IE 

01450 2655

Environmentally friendly waste disposal 

All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with environmental guidelines.
This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/CE on the 
waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and reuse of used 
appliances.

Intended use

Contents

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Intended use .......................................................................................1

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Programmes ........................................................................................1

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Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3

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Washing ...........................................................................................3/4

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After washing ......................................................................................4

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Individual settings ..........................................................................5/6

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Important information ....................................................................... 6

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Overview of programmes  ................................................................7

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Safety instructions  .............................................................................8

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Consumption values  .........................................................................8

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Care and cleaning .............................................................................9

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Information on the display panel  ....................................................9

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Maintenance .................................................................................... 10

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What to do if ... ................................................................................ 11

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Protection of the environment/Conservation tips

– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of 

laundry for the relevant programme.

– Wash normally soiled laundry without a pre-wash.
– Instead of 

Cotton

90 °C

, choose the programme 

Cotton 60 °C

with the additional function 

ecoPerfect 

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. Comparable cleaning 

result was significantly lower energy consumption.

– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's 

instructions and water hardness.

– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select spin speed 

according to instructions of dryer manufacturer.

Preparation

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Programmes

Detailed overview of programmes 

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page 7

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Spin speed can be selected individually, irrespective of the 
selected programme and programme progress.

Cotton

hard-wearing fabrics

+ Prewash

hard-wearing fabrics, prewash

Mixed Fabrics

Different types of laundry

Rapid 15’

Short programme

Rinse/Spin

Laundry washed by hand,

Extra Rinse

button acti-

vated; if only using the spin cycle, deactivate the but-
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Empty

Drain rinsing water with 

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(without final spin)

Textile Guard

All-weather, sports and outdoor fabrics 

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Wool

Hand/machine washable wool

Delicates

Delicate washable fabrics

Easy-Care

synthetic fabrics

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Compartment

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: Fabric softener, bleach

Compartment I

: Detergent for prewash

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for domestic use only,

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for washing machine-washable fabrics and 
hand-washable wool in detergent solution, 

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to be operated with cold or cold and hot (max. 60 ºC) 
drinking water, depending on model, and commercially 
available detergents and care products which are suit-
able for use in washing machines.

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– Do not leave children unattended near the 

washing machine.

– The washing machine is not to be used by 

children or persons not familiar with the 
operating instructions.

– Keep pets away from the washing machine.

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Display panel / 
option buttons

Additional functions

Programme selector for 
switching the machine on 
and off and for selecting the 
programme. Can be turned 
in either direction.

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Programme selector

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Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model) 

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End of programme after ...

Status displays

Programme sequence displays:

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Wash, rinse, spin, end

without final spin

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Childproof lock

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www.devicemanuals.eu

Detailed overview of programmes 

Detailed overview of programmes 

Spin speed can be selected individually, irrespective of the 

Spin speed can be selected individually, irrespective of the 

selected programme and programme progress.

selected programme and programme progress.

www.devicemanuals.eu

www.devicemanuals.eu

hard-wearing fabrics

www.devicemanuals.eu

+ Prewash

www.devicemanuals.eu

Mixed Fabrics

www.devicemanuals.eu

Rapid 15’

www.devicemanuals.eu

Rinse/Spin

www.devicemanuals.eu

www.devicemanuals.eu

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– Keep pets away from the washing machine.

– Keep pets away from the washing machine.

Summary of Contents for WM12Q390GB

Page 1: ...e last rinsing water display panel The maximum selectable spin speed depends on the model and which programme is currently selected ʑ Additional functions a Overview of programmes page 7 speedPerfect i For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to that of the standard programme Maximum load a Overview of programmes page 7 ecoPerfect For saving energy with a washing performance...

Page 2: ...er When the container is full close w w w d e v i c e m a n u a l s e u detergent solution begins to flow out on the folding gutter When the container is full close detergent solution begins to flow out on the folding gutter When the container is full close w w w d e v i c e m a n u a l s e u detergent solution begins to flow out on the folding gutter When the container is full close detergent sol...

Page 3: ...cted programme and programme progress Cotton hard wearing fabrics Prewash hard wearing fabrics prewash Mixed Fabrics Different types of laundry Rapid 15 Short programme Rinse Spin Laundry washed by hand Extra Rinse button acti vated if only using the spin cycle deactivate the but ton Empty Drain rinsing water with c without final spin Textile Guard All weather sports and outdoor fabrics a page 6 ÿ...

Page 4: ...Washing 1 2 Removing the washing Open the washing machine door and remove the washing If without final spin is active turn the programme selector to Empty or select the spin speed Choose Start Reload Remove any foreign objects Risk of rusting Leave the washing machine door and detergent door open so that any residual water can evaporate Turn the tap off Not required for Aqua Stop models a Refer to...

Page 5: ...the dosage of all washing powders ad When determining the dosage of all washing powders ad w w w d e v i c e m a n u a l s e u When determining the dosage of all washing powders ad When determining the dosage of all washing powders ad w w w d e v i c e m a n u a l s e u When determining the dosage of all washing powders ad When determining the dosage of all washing powders ad w w w d e v i c e m a...

Page 6: ...t reach into the drum if it is still rotating Be careful when opening the detergent drawer while the machine is in operation Consumption values depending on model Programme Load Electricity Water Programme duration Cotton 30 C 8 kg 0 40 kWh 68 l 145 min Cotton 40 C 8 kg 1 05 kWh 68 l 155 min Cotton 60 C 8 kg 1 15 kWh 68 l 165 min Cotton 90 C 8 kg 2 30 kWh 80 l 155 min Easy Care 40 C 3 5 kg 0 64 kW...

Page 7: ...e container Repeat the above steps until all the detergent the pump cover and empty the container Repeat the above steps until all the detergent w w w d e v i c e m a n u a l s e u the pump cover and empty the container Repeat the above steps until all the detergent the pump cover and empty the container Repeat the above steps until all the detergent w w w d e v i c e m a n u a l s e u the pump co...

Page 8: ...oise formation vibrations and wandering during the spin cycle Are the appliance feet fixed Secure the appliance feet a Installation instructions Transportation safety devices removed Remove transportation safety devices a Installation instructions ʑ Display panel indicator lamps remain turned off while the machine is working Energy saving mode a page 5 Power cut Fuses triggered Reset change the fu...

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