User manual SIEMENS S1WTF3600A

[. . . ] Instruction Manual and Installation Instructions en SIWAMAT XS 424 Table of Contents Operating Instructions Disposal Information . Environmental Protection / Conservation Issues . Before Using Your Washing Machine For the First Time . Preparing, Sorting and Loading the Laundry . [. . . ] Powdered starch must first be dissolved in water according to the manufacturer's specifications. q Turn the programme selector to r Rinse". q Press the 3 Start" button. 21 As soon as water starts to enter the machine: q Pull out the detergent dispenser slightly. q Add the starching solution to chamber I. If the 5 Rinse hold" option is selected, the Q Drain" programme must subsequently be selected. Dyeing Only use dyes that are environmentally compatible and suitable for use in washing machines. Caution Discoloration of the laundry in subsequent wash cycles cannot be completely ruled out. q Always use dyes in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. After dyeing: q Add ½ a measuring beaker of detergent to chamber II. q Without any laundry in the drum, allow the S T 90 °C Cottons + Linens" programme to run through. q Wipe the seal clean. Decolorizing Caution Decolorants may contain sulphur or chlorine. These substances can cause parts of the washing machine to corrode. Do not decolorize items of laundry in the washing machine. 22 Cleaning and Care d Risk of electric shock!Always disconnect the appliance from the mains before cleaning. Never clean the washing machine with a jet of water. Never use solvents to clean the appliance. Cleaning the appliance housing and control panel Cleaning the drum As required: q Use hot soapy water or a mild, non abrasive cleaning agent. In the event that rust spots have formed due to left over debris (e. g. coins, paper clips, needles, nails): q Use a chorine free cleaning agent. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. Never use steel wool. 23 Cleaning the detergent dispenser In the event that residual detergents or additives have accumulated: q Pull out the detergent dispenser up to the end stop, press down the hollow on the insert and remove the detergent dispenser completely. q Pull up the insert. q Rinse the detergent dispenser under hot running water. q Push down the insert until it clicks into place. q Insert the detergent dispenser. 24 Cleaning the drain pump Draining the washing solution This is necessary if the washing solution cannot be completely drained. The pump is blocked by either loose debris or fluff which accumulates if fluff giving fabrics are washed at high temperatures. [. . . ] Drainage into a siphon: q Secure the connection point with a hose band clip of 24 40 mm dia. (from specialist store). Drainage into a wash basin: Caution The plug must not block the drain of the wash basin. q Secure the water drainage hose so that it does not slide out. q When water is being drained, check that the water flow is fast enough. Levelling procedure All four appliance feet must be firmly on the ground. [. . . ]