Siemens iQ 300 varioPerfect User Manual

Siemens iQ 300 varioPerfect User Manual

Automatic washing machine
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Intended use
Your washing machine
Congratulations you have opted for a modern, high-quality
For domestic use only
domestic appliance manufactured by Siemens. The washing
For washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-wash-
machine is distinguished by its economical water- and energy
able wool in detergent solution
consumption.
To be operated with cold drinking water and commer-
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly
cially available detergents and care products which are
to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
suitable for use in washing machines
.
Further information: www.siemens-home.com
– Do not leave children unattended near the
washing machine.
– The washing machine is not to be used by
Environmentally friendly waste disposal
children or persons not familiar with the
operating instructions.
All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with
– Keep pets away from the washing machine.
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.
Contents
Page
Intended use .......................................................................................1
Programmes .......................................................................................1
Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3
Washing ...........................................................................................3/4
After washing ......................................................................................4
Programmes
Individual settings ..........................................................................5/6
Detailed overview of programmes –> page 7.
Important information ....................................................................... 6
The spin speed can be selected individually, irrespective of
Overview of programmes ................................................................7
the selected programme and programme progress.
Safety instructions .............................................................................8
Cottons
Hard-wearing fabrics
Consumption values .........................................................................8
Care .....................................................................................................9
+
Prewash
Hard-wearing fabrics, prewash at 30 °C
Information on the indicator lights ..................................................9
Mix
Different types of laundry
Maintenance .................................................................................... 10
Super 15'
Short programme
What to do if... .................................................................................. 11
Rinse/
Spin
Laundry washed by hand,
(Aqua Plus) button activated;
if only using the spin cycle, deactivate
the button
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of
Empty
Drain rinsing water for
(without final
laundry for the relevant programme.
spin)
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a prewash.
Wool
Hand/machine-washable wool
– Instead of
Cottons 90 °C, choose the programme
Delicate/ Silk
Delicate washable fabrics
Cottons 60 °C with the additional function
ecoPerfect.
Comparable cleaning result with significantly lower energy
Easy-Care
Easy-care fabrics
consumption.
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's
instructions and water hardness.
– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select the spin
speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
1
Preparation
Before washing for the first time
Wash once without any laundry –> page 9.
Sorting and loading laundry
Correct installation according to the
separate Installation instructions.
Follow the manufacturer's care information.
According to the information on the care labels.
Check the machine
According to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load –> page 7.
– Never use a damaged machine.
Observe the important information –> page 6.
– Inform the after-sales service.
Insert large and small items of laundry.
Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap items of laundry
Connect the mains plug
between the washing machine door and the rubber seal.
Make sure your hands are dry.
Add detergent and care products
Take hold of the plug only.
Turn the tap on
Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply
company) and manufacturer's instructions.
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Compartment II: detergent for the main wash, water softener,
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
bleach, stain remover
This prevents blockages.
Compartment
: fabric softener, starch
Compartment I: detergent for prewash
Setting and adjusting a programme
(*model-dependent)
Additional functions and spin
speeds –> Individual settings,
page 5.
Programme selector
Status
Spin
Additional
Start/
indicator
speed*
functions
Pause
Select
Programme selector
End
All buttons are sensitive and
need only to be touched
for switching the
Spin
machine on and off
lightly.
and for selecting the
Rinse
If you press and hold the spin
programme. Can be
speed button, the appliance
Wash
turned in either
automatically cycles through
direction.
the setting options.
2
Washing
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.
Select
Start/Pause.
– Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.
Detergent drawer with
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent
compartments I, II,
drawer open so that any residual water can
evaporate.
Drum
Turning the tap off
Control panel
Not required for Aqua-Stop models –> refer to installation
instructions
Washing machine
Measure accordingly:
door
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
1
Programme has ended when...
...
Start/Pause flashes and the
on.
Interrupting the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
3
– Cool washing: Select
2
– Select
Start/Pause.
Start/Pause
Programmes at lower temperatures:
Rinse/
Spin (deactivate
select
Empty.
Service flap
– Select
Start/Pause.
Changing the programme, if ...
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
– Select
Start/Pause. The new programme starts from
the beginning.
Washing
3
Individual settings
Spin speed in rpm/
without final spin
–> model-dependent
Before and while the selected programme is running, the spin speed or
(without final spin,
laundry soaks in the last rinsing water) can be set. The effects depend on the programme
progress.
The maximum selectable spin speed depends on the model and on which programme is
currently selected.
Additional functions
–> and overview of programmes, see page 7
speedPerfect
For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to
that of the standard programme. Maximum load –> Overview of
programmes, page 7.
ecoPerfect
For saving energy with a washing performance comparable to that of
the standard programme.
(Easy-iron)
Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. More gentle final spin
- residual moisture in the laundry slightly increased.
(Aqua Plus)
Increased water level and additional rinse cycle, extended washing
time. For areas with very soft water or for further enhancing the spin
result.
Start/Pause
For starting or interrupting the programme.
Signal
1000
1. Activate the
900
setting mode for
800
signal volume
600
+
Set to
1 step
Press and
1 step
indicator light comes
Option:
hold
*Short signal - function on.
Visually
direct
impaired mode*
Long signal - function off.
ON-OFF
Rinse/
Spin.
ON-OFF
Set to
Button signals
Information signals
(Aqua Plus) button) or
2. Setting the
1000
1000
900
900
volume for...
800
800
600
600
1 step
Setting the
1 step
Setting the
volume**
volume**
** you may need to select the function several times.
4
Important information
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– Empty pockets.
– Look out for metal items (paperclips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in a laundry bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag.
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
light
Do not prewash. If required, choose the additional function
speedPerfect.
Pretreat any stains as necessary.
intense
Do not load as much laundry.
Choose a programme with
Prewash.
Soaking
Load laundry of the same colour
Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment II in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions. Turn the programme selector to
Cottons cold and select
Start/Pause.
After approx. 10 minutes, press
Start/Pause, to pause the programme. Once the required
soaking time has elapsed, press
Start/Pause, again to continue the programme, or select
a different programme.
Starching
Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener
1000
Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour starch into the
900
fabric softener compartment in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
(rinse first
800
if necessary).
600
Dyeing/bleaching
Release
Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stainless steel.
Always follow the dye manufacturer's instructions. Do not use the washing machine for
bleaching clothes.
Set to
5
6
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Summary of Contents for Siemens iQ 300 varioPerfect

  • Page 1 –> model-dependent Correct installation according to the (without final spin) is active: Turn the programme domestic appliance manufactured by Siemens. The washing For washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-wash- separate Installation instructions. selector to Empty or select the spin speed.
  • Page 2 – Risk of scalding. – Risk of electric shock. Disconnect the Safety instructions Care Maintenance Allow the detergent solution to cool down. What to do if... mains plug. – Turn off the tap. – Risk of explosion. No solvents. – Read the instruction manual and installation instructions and all other information enclosed Before washing for the first time Detergent solution pump Water is leaking out.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Congratulations you have opted for a modern, high-quality For domestic use only Correct installation according to the domestic appliance manufactured by Siemens. The washing For washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-wash- separate Installation instructions. machine is distinguished by its economical water- and energy able wool in detergent solution consumption.
  • Page 4: Setting And Adjusting The Programme

    Washing Removing the washing Before washing for the first time Wash once without any laundry –> page 9. Open the washing machine door and remove the washing. Sorting and loading laundry (without final spin) is active: Turn the programme selector to Empty or select the spin speed.
  • Page 5: Individual Settings

    Individual settings Important information Protecting the laundry and the machine Spin speed in rpm/ without final spin –> model-dependent – Empty pockets. Before and while the selected programme is running, the spin speed or (without final spin, – Look out for metal items (paperclips, etc.). laundry soaks in the last rinsing water) can be set.
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions – Read the instruction manual and installation instructions and all other information enclosed with the washing machine and act accordingly. – Retain the documents for subsequent use. Risk of electric shock – Never pull the cable to disconnect the mains plug. –...
  • Page 7: Care

    – Risk of scalding. – Risk of electric shock. Disconnect the Care Maintenance Allow the detergent solution to cool down. mains plug. – Turn off the tap. – Risk of explosion. No solvents. Before washing for the first time Detergent solution pump Do not load any laundry into the machine.
  • Page 8: What To Do If

    What to do if... Water is leaking out. – Attach/replace the drainage hose correctly. – Tighten the screw connection of the supply hose. No water supply. – Start/Pause not selected? Detergent not dispensed. – Tap not turned on? – Filter blocked? Clean the filter –> page 10. –...

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