Siemens WM12S425GC - User Manual

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Programme ended when ...

...

Start/Reload

goes out and

or

(if

was

selected, no final spin/drain) is indicated on the display
panel, the buzzer sounds.

Set volume of buzzer.

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page 6

Change the programme ...

If you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
– Select

Start

/Reload.

Pause the programme ...

– Touch the

Start/

Reload

button.

– Follow the instructions in the display field: when

r

lights

up and

appears in the display, the door can be

opened. If required, add /remove a laundry item; If

and

are displayed alternately, the door cannot be

opened due to a high water level in drum or a high
temperature.

– Touch

Start

/Reload

button to continue the

programme.

... or terminate the programme

Programmes with high temperature:
– Cool down laundry: Select

Single Rinse

m

.

– Select

Start

/Reload.

Programmes at lower temperature:
– Select

Single Spin

.

– Select

Start

/Reload.

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Additional functions

See also Programme overview

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page 7

Select the desired additional functions with the

Option

button and then activate (or deactivate)

the chosen function with the

Select

button, e.g. select the

Intensive

function:

– For

Cottons Quick

iÊ

programme, touch

Option

button,

S

Less Iron

indicator flashes.

– Touch

Option

button again until

Intensive

indicator flashes.

– Touch

Select

button.

Intensive

indicator flashes and related

Ù

indicator comes on. It means

the function has been preselected. If you need to deselect the function immediately, touch the

Select

button again.

– If no other action, the

Intensive

indicator stops flashing and comes on after several seconds.

Additional function is selected successfully.

Setting of

h

Rinse Plus

.

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page 6

i

Quick

Shorten the washing time. For slightly soiled items.

S

Less Iron

Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final
spin – residual moisture in the laundry increased slightly.

v

Water Plus

High water level to achieve better rinse result.

h

Rinse Plus

Additional rinse cycles, extended washing time. For areas
with very soft water or for further improvement of the rinsing
result. Select

h

Rinse Plus

by

Option

button. Then touch

Select

to

â

activate the function and touch

Select

button for

desired rinse cycles (max. 3 cycles).

Intensive

Extends the washing time for a more intensive washing
of

â

heavily soiled items.

Prewash

For heavily soiled laundry. Prewash at max. 30

â

°C.

ʑ

Start/Reload

For starting or pausing the programme.

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Signals

ʑ

Childproof lock

#

Programme will not be changed by accidental operation.

To activate the childproof lock:
– After the programme starts or finish in time is activated

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page 5,

press and hold the

Finish

in

button for 5 seconds;

– Release when the

s

symbol lights up. If button signal is on, an acoustic signal will be heard.

When the programme ends, the

Start/Reload

indicator remains on to remind you to deactivate

the childproof lock.

To deactivate the childproof lock:
– Touch the

Finish in

button until the

s

symbol turns off.

– Release the button.

s

symbol flashes if the programme has been changed while childproof lock is activated.

If the childproof lock is deactivated while the programme selector is in a different position
from when the childproof lock was activated, the running programme will be halted.

Set to

Press

°

C

Temp. and
hold

1 step
clockwise

Button signals

Information signals

Set volume*

Set volume*

1 step
clockwise

Set to

1. Start signal mode

2. Set volume for ...

Release

#

*If required, set repeatedly

1 step
clockwise

direct

Sorting and loading the laundry

Observe the care information provided by the manufacturer.

Sort according to the information on the care labels.

Sort according to type, colour, soiling and temperature.

Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.

Do not exceed the maximum load.

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page 7

Observe the instructions in the important information section.

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page 9

Load both large and small items of laundry.

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 dose according to:

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

company) and manufacturer’s instructions.

Models without insert for liquid detergent: pour liquid detergent into an

appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.

During operation: close the detergent drawer!

Correct installation according to
separate installation instructions.

Check the machine

– Never switch on a damaged machine!
– Inform your customer service!

Insert mains plug

With dry hands only!
Only hold the plug itself!

Turn on the tap

Compartment II

: Detergent for the main wash, water softener,

bleacher, stain remover

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 has been inspected
thoroughly to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect
condition.

For further information about products, accessories, spare parts and
services visit our web site: www.siemens-home.com or contact our
after-sales service centres.

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/EEC on waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE).
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and
reuse of used appliances.

Intended use

Contents

Page

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

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

ʋ

Preparation ..................................................................................... 2/3

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Setting and adjusting programmes ............................................... 3

ʋ

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

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Removing the laundry ...................................................................... 4

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Display information, Options, Functions ................................... 5/6

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Programme overview ......................................................................... 7

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

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

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Important information ....................................................................... 9

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Care ................................................................................................... 10

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Information on the display panel ................................................... 10

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Maintenance ..................................................................................... 11

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What to do if .................................................................................... 12

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Emergency release .......................................................................... 13

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Customer service ............................................................................ 13

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 prewash.
– Select

Cottons

Ê

60 °C

and additional function of

º

Intensive

to reach good cleaning result with significantly lower energy
consumption.

– Dose the 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

Before washing for the first time,

wash once without any laundry

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page 9

Setting and adjusting programmes

Display panel/

Option buttons/

Additional functions

Programme selector

Start/

Reload

1

2

3

Washing

Compartment

~

: Fabric softener, impregnating agent, starch

Compartment I

: Detergent for pre–wash

ʋ

For domestic use only.

ʋ

For washing machine-washable fabrics in a detergent
solution.

ʋ

To be operated with cold mains water and
commercially available low foam detergents and care
products which are suitable for use in washing
machines.

– 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!

Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
This prevents blockages.

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Display symbols

ʑ

Display information

Alternating display of Load
information, maximum load
recommendation in kg and remain
time or finish in time display.

*

â

Example of display, may vary

depending on selections.

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Option buttons

You can change the spin speed and temperature beforehand and while the selected programme
is running. The effects depending on the progress of the programme.

°

C

Temp.

You can change the indicated washing temperature. The maximum washing temperature which
can be selected depends on the programme that has been chosen.

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page 7

Spin

You can change the indicated spin speed. The maximum spin speed which can be selected
depends on the chosen programme. If

is selected, the load is held in the rinsing water.

Load

You can change loading level from

to

,

or

. The remaining time will be

adapted accordingly.

: Remaining time defined according to the weight of loading automatically by machine.
: For small load quantities, select it to reduce programme duration.

: Select this function for washing half of the recommended max. load.
: Select this function for washing of the recommended max. load.

Finish in

When you select a programme, the respective programme duration is displayed. You can delay
the start of the programme before it begins. The finish-in time indicates when the programme will
be finished. It can be set in hour increments up to a maximum of 24h. Press and hold the

Finish in

button until the required number of hours is shown (h=hour). Select

Start

/Reload.

Prewash

:

On if prewash process is running.

t

Washing

:

On if wash process is running.

m

Rinse

:

On if rinse process is running.

Spin

:

On if spin process is active.

x

Tap

:

Flashing if tap not open or no water supply.

k

Overdosage

:

Foam detected. Maybe too much detergent.

r

ü

Door

:

On if door can be opened.

s

Childproof lock

:

On

if childproof lock is activated.

Flashing

if there is misoperation.

Activate/deactivate childproof lock.

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page 6

Load

, e.g.

*:

load of laundry, detect by machine or defined by

user

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page 5

Kg

, e.g.

*:

max. recommanded for selected programme.

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page 7, Programme overview

Time

, e.g.

*:

programme remaining time, or

*:

Finish-in time defined by user

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page 5

:

On if programme is in pause.

:

On if door can be opened when programe was paused.

:

End of programme, or

end of programme with the

setting

*:

set volume of signals

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page 6

set additional rinse cycles

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page 6

*:

Fault displays

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page 10

Removing laundry

– Open washing machine door and remove laundry.

If

(Rinse stop = no final drain/spin) is active: Select

the spin speed or set programme selector to

Single

Spin

.

– Select

Start

/Reload.

– Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.

Turn off the tap

Switch off

– Set Programm selector to

Off

.

Detergent drawer with
compartments I, II,

~

Control panel

Door handle

Drum

Display information, Options, Functions

Options, Functions

All buttons are sensitive and a
gentle tap is adequate!
If you press and hold the option
buttons, the setting options
automatically scroll through.

Select

Start/Reload

Washing

Service

flap

If the

#

symbol lights up or

flashes in the display panel, the
childproof lock is active.

a

deactivate, page 6

For additional functions and
option buttons, see the individual
settings section.

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page 5/6

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

Programmes

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Detailed programme overview.

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page 7

The temperature and spin speed can be selected
individually, irrespective of the selected programme and
programme progress.

Cottons Quick

iÊ

Hard–wearing textiles

Cottons

Ê

Mix

n

mixed types of laundry

Easy-Care

easy care textiles

dü

Wool

É

hand–/machine–washable wool

Delicates/Silk

silk and delicate washable fabrics

Down

Ú

washable clothes filled with down

Drum Clean

programme to clean the drum without
laundry. Use the programme once
every three months

Soaking

single soaking, after soaking select
other washing programmes

Single Rinse

m

extra rinse with spin

Single Spin

extra spin with selectable spin speed

Sport Shoes

special sport shoes programme

Quick 15’

6

short programme

Easy-Care Plus

dark-coloured fabrics

Night Wash

-

cotton, synthetic fibres, blended
fabrics, lower noise

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