Siemens WQ56A6A90W User Manual And Installation Instructions

Siemens WQ56A6A90W User Manual And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 Tumble dryer WQ56A6A90W User manual and installation instructions Register your product on My Siemens and discover exclusive services and offers. siemens-home.bsh-group.com/welcome The future moving in. Siemens Home Appliances...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Futher information and explanations are available online: Table of contents 1 Safety ..........   4 8 Dryness level......   30 1.1 General information.... 4 8.1 Changing the dryness level.. 30 1.2 Intended use....... 4 8.2 Adjusting the dryness level .. 30 1.3 Restriction on user group... 4 9 Programmes .......
  • Page 3 14.2 Starting a programme with 19.2 Preparing the condensation the allergen filter..... 42 container for the appliance care programme .... 52 14.3 Cleaning and caring for the allergen filter...... 43 19.3 Starting the appliance care programme...... 53 15 Crease-removal function ..   44 19.4 Running the basic appli- 15.1 Starting a programme with ance care programme on the crease-removal function ... 44...
  • Page 4: Safety

    en Safety 1 Safety Observe the following safety instructions. 1.1 General information ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. ¡ Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner. ¡ Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit. 1.2 Intended use Only use this appliance: ¡...
  • Page 5: Safe Installation

    Safety en 1.4 Safe installation Take note of the safety instructions when installing the appliance. WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect installation is dangerous. ▶ Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate. ▶ Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating cur- rent only via a properly installed socket with earthing.
  • Page 6 en Safety ▶ If the power cord is too short and a longer one is not available, please contact an electrician to have the domestic installation adapted. WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! The high weight of the appliance may result in injury when lifted. ▶...
  • Page 7: Safe Use

    Safety en CAUTION ‒ Risk of cutting! Touching sharp edges on the appliance may lead to cuts. ▶ Do not touch the sharp edges on the appliance. ▶ Wear protective gloves when installing and transporting the ap- pliance. 1.5 Safe use WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous.
  • Page 8 en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of explosion! If there is coal dust or flour in the air around the appliance, this may cause an explosion. ▶ Keep the area around the appliance clean during operation. WARNING ‒ Risk of poisoning! Condensation water from this appliance is not suitable for drinking and may be contaminated with fluff.
  • Page 9 Safety en ▶ Rinse the laundry thoroughly with warm water and detergent be- fore drying it in the machine. ▶ Do not use the appliance if industrial chemicals have been used to clean the laundry beforehand. WARNING ‒ Risk of fire! If drying is interrupted early, the laundry is not cooled sufficiently and may ignite.
  • Page 10: Safe Cleaning And Maintenance

    en Safety 1.6 Safe cleaning and maintenance Take note of the safety instructions when cleaning and performing maintenance work on the appliance. WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. ▶ Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff.
  • Page 11: Preventing Material Damage

    Preventing material damage en Do not use hard scouring pads or ▶ 2 Preventing material cleaning sponges. Clean the appliance with nothing damage ▶ but water and a soft, damp cloth. Remove all detergent residue, Follow these instructions to avoid ma- ▶ spray residue or other residues im- terial damage and damage to the ap- mediately if they come into contact...
  • Page 12: Energy Saving Mode

    en Installation and connection Observe the programme's maximum 4 Installation and con- load capacity. nection → "Programmes", Page 31 a If the maximum load is exceeded, this extends the programme dura- 4.1 Unpacking the appliance tion and increases energy con- sumption. ATTENTION! Objects remaining in the drum that After drying, clean the fluff filter are not designed for operation with → Page 38.
  • Page 13: Requirements For The Install- Ation Location

    Installation and connection en Replace the accessories in ques- Transport the appliance in an up- ▶ ▶ tion before operating the appli- right position. ance. If residual water in the appliance → "Accessories", Page 35 freezes, this may cause damage to the appliance. Included with Description Do not install or operate this appli-...
  • Page 14: Water Drain Hose

    en Installation and connection hose to drain away excess condens- Installation loca- Requirements ation directly into the waste water tion system. In a washer-dryer Only use the ori- Notes stack ginal connection ¡ Operate this appliance using the set from the water drain hose provided.
  • Page 15 Installation and connection en Pull out the condensation hose Push the water drain hose as far from the connecting piece. as it will go into the connecting piece. The condensation hose is connec- ted to the connecting piece at the Empty the condensation container factory.
  • Page 16 en Installation and connection Insert the stopper into the recess Note: You can in the top. use the Y-distrib- utor → Page 35 to connect the water drain hose of an additional appliance, such as a washing machine, to the same siphon out- let. Drainage into a Push the water wash basin.
  • Page 17: Aligning The Appliance

    Installation and connection en Open the door. 4.5 Aligning the appliance In order to reduce vibrations and noises, align the appliance correctly. To align the appliance, turn the ap- ▶ pliance feet. Check that the appli- ance is level using a spirit level. Remove the mounting screws.
  • Page 18 en Installation and connection Unscrew the hinge and handle Move the door away from the door screws. ring. Take the hinge and handle off the Reverse the door. door. Place the door onto the door ring in the correct position. Reversing the door ring Unlock the door ring.
  • Page 19 Installation and connection en Lock the door ring. Disassemble the door lock. Assemble the door lock on the Installing the door other side. Note: Use a T20 (Torx) screwdriver only. Do not use any other tool to re- verse the door. Prepare the hinges and door handle as shown below and attach them to the door again.
  • Page 20: Connecting The Appliance To The Electricity Supply

    en Installation and connection Attach the door. 4.7 Connecting the appliance to the electricity supply Insert the mains plug of the appli- ance's power cable in a socket nearby. The connection details of the appli- ance can be found under Tech- nical data → Page 71. Check the mains plug is inserted properly.
  • Page 21: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en 5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.1 Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here. On certain models, specific details such as the colour and shape may differ from those pictured. Air inlet Maintenance flap on the base unit → Page 58 Fluff filter → Page 38...
  • Page 22: Wool Basket

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.2 Wool basket 5.3 Allergen filter Securing foot Packaging for storage Wool basket Filter bag Insert Filter cover Tab for securing in the hook 5.4 Control panel You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status.
  • Page 23: Operating Logic

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Programme selector → Page 36 Buttons → Page 27 Display → Page 24 5.5 Operating logic In addition to the actual functions of the buttons on the display, you can also use these buttons to select pro- gramme settings in the main menu To select the settings you require, and settings in the sub-menus.
  • Page 24 en Display 6 Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Example: Display Display Designation Description 0:40 h Programme dura- Approximate expected programme dura- tion/programme tion or programme time remaining. time remaining 20 min Timed programme The timed programme is set. → "Timed programmes", Page 32 0:45h "Ready in"...
  • Page 25 Display en Display Designation Description Dryness level: The dryness level is activated. Cupboard Dry → "Buttons", Page 28 Plus ⁠ Adjust dry- Dryness level ad- The adjusted dryness level is activated. ing level justed 120 min Crease-reduction The crease-reduction function is activated. function → "Buttons", Page 28 ⁠...
  • Page 26: Display

    en Display Display Designation Description ⁠ (Remote Remote start Remote start is activated. Start) → "Buttons", Page 29 ⁠ ⁠ Navigation Selecting settings. → "Operating logic", Page 23 ⁠ Other programme Activate, deactivate or adjust other pro- settings gramme settings. → "Buttons", Page 27 Example...
  • Page 27: Buttons

    Buttons en 7 Buttons Below is an overview of the buttons and their setting options. With the Options button, you can open the sub-menu for additional programme settings. The additional programme settings are listed in the overview for the buttons. Button Selection Description Start/Reload ¡...
  • Page 28 en Buttons Button Selection Description Memory 1 ¡ Save Press the button for ap- prox. 3 seconds to save ¡ Adjust your customised pro- gramme settings. → "Saving the pro- gramme settings", Page 37 Briefly press the button to set customised pro- gramme settings for your programme.
  • Page 29 Buttons en Button Selection Description ⁠ ¡ Activate → "Remote start", Page 50 ¡ Deactivate ¡ Open the Home Con- nect menu...
  • Page 30: Dryness Level

    en Dryness level 8 Dryness level Each automatic programme has a specified dryness level. The dryness level defines how dry or damp your laundry is after the programme ends. Dryness level Laundry Drying result Multi-layered, thick laundry The laundry is dry. that does not dry readily. Normal, single-layered The laundry is dry.
  • Page 31: Programmes

    Programmes en 9 Programmes You can dry your fabrics using either an automatic programme or a timed pro- gramme. 9.1 Automatic programmes Automatic programmes are pro- Tips grammes in which humidity sensors ¡ Select the dryness level according measure the residual moisture in the to the type of fabric or the desired laundry during the drying cycle.
  • Page 32: Timed Programmes

    en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) Jeans Dry jeans and thick, double-layered items made of cotton. Note: Turn laundry inside out before dry- ing. Sportswear Dry weatherproof and outdoor clothing with a membrane coating and water-repel- lent fabrics. Shirts Suitable for shirts and blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetics or blended fab- rics.
  • Page 33: Laundry

    Programmes en Timed program Description Max. load (kg) Shoes - Basket Dry sports and leisure shoes. One pair of shoes Notes ¡ Dry the shoes only using the wool bas- ket. → "Wool basket", Page 45 ¡ Do not dry leather shoes or shoes with leather parts.
  • Page 34 en Programmes Timed program Description Max. load (kg) Anti-mites Kill off mites in dry blankets or dry pillows made of cotton or linen. The programme duration is 90 minutes. Note: In order to kill all mites, do not use the programme at ambient temperatures of less than 21 °C.
  • Page 35 Accessories en 10 Accessories Use original accessories. These have been made especially for your appli- ance. Note: Some accessories are avail- able in other colours. Contact → "Customer Service", Page 70. Order number Connection kit with pull- To save space, stack the WZ27400 out worktop appliance on a suitable washing machine of the same width and depth...
  • Page 36: Preparing The Laundry

    QR code in the table of scanning the QR code in the table of contents or on siemens-home.bsh- contents or on siemens-home.bsh- group.cn. group.cn. 11.1 Preparing the laundry 12.1 Switching on the appli-...
  • Page 37: Adjusting The Programme Settings

    operation en 12.3 Adjusting the pro- 12.5 Loading laundry gramme settings Note: To prevent creasing, take note of the maximum load for the Depending on the programme and → "Programmes", Page 31. programme progress, you can adjust or activate/deactivate the settings. Requirement: The laundry is pre- pared. Requirement: A programme has → "Laundry", Page 36 been set.
  • Page 38: Unloading The Laundry

    en operation The cooling process starts auto- Remove the fluff from the door. matically after approx. 30 seconds and cools down the laundry while the drum is rotating. If you want to avoid or cancel the cooling pro- cess, open the door. → "Display", Page 25 Open the appliance door.
  • Page 39 operation en Disconnect the two-part fluff filter. Clean the two fluff filters thoroughly under warm, running water and then dry them off. Open the two fluff filters. Close the two fluff filters and put them together. Remove the fluff. Insert the two-part fluff filter. Close the door.
  • Page 40: Condensation Container

    en operation Empty the condensation container. 12.12 Condensation con- tainer Condensation forms during drying, which your appliance uses for auto- matic cleaning. By default, the con- densation is collected in the appli- ance's condensation container. Note: Operate this appliance using the water drain hose provided. If you connect the water drain hose → Page 14, you do not have to regu- larly empty the condensation con-...
  • Page 41: Childproof Lock

    Childproof lock en 14.1 Inserting the allergen fil- 13 Childproof lock Secure your appliance against being Take the accessories out of the operated unintentionally using the packaging. controls. 13.1 Activating the childproof lock Press and hold the two ⁠ Child ▶ Lock 3 sec. buttons for approx. 3 seconds.
  • Page 42: Starting A Programme With The Allergen Filter

    en Allergen filter Remove the fluff from the recess. 14.2 Starting a programme with the allergen filter Note: The allergen filter is only suit- able for airing laundry. If you want to dry your laundry, remove the allergen filter from the appliance and insert the fluff filter → Page 38 before dry- ing.
  • Page 43: Cleaning And Caring For The Allergen Filter

    Allergen filter en Pull the filter cover from the filter → "Unloading the laundry", bag. Page 38. Dispose of the filter bag with your Change the filter bag for the aller- household waste. gen filter regularly. → "Cleaning and caring for the al- lergen filter", Page 43 14.3 Cleaning and caring for the allergen filter If the filter bag is dirty, it will be less...
  • Page 44: Crease-Removal Function

    en Crease-removal function Clean the filter cover under warm, with a crease-removal function for running water or in the dishwasher. any laundry that has not been worn for long. 15.1 Starting a programme with the crease-removal function Note Wash items of laundry that have traces of sweat, perfume or deodor- ant before wearing them again.
  • Page 45: Filling The Water Tank

    Wool basket en Add approx. 180 ml cold drinking → "Unloading the laundry", water through the front opening, using the water jug provided. Page 38. The results of the crease-removal function may vary depending on the type of fabric, the amount of laundry and the selected pro- gramme.
  • Page 46: Inserting The Wool Basket

    en Wool basket Requirement: The wool basket is in- 16.1 Inserting the wool bas- serted into the appliance. → "Inserting the wool basket", Page 46 Open the door. Make sure that the drum is empty. Place the laundry into the wool basket, either directly or using the Insert the feet of the wool basket insert.
  • Page 47: Examples Of How To Use The Wool Basket

    Home Connect en Tip: Increase the programme dura- Example tion for thick or multi-layered items Sports shoes Lift the tongues of laundry. of the shoes. Start the programme → Page 37. Remove the in- Remove the wool basket once the soles or heel programme has ended. cushions.
  • Page 48: Connecting The Appliance To A Wlan Home Network (Wi-Fi) With Wps Function

    WPS function in the digital instruction manual by scanning the QR code in the table of Requirements contents or on siemens-home.bsh- ¡ Your router has a WPS function. group.cn. ¡ Wi-Fi is activated on the router. The Home Connect services are not ¡...
  • Page 49: Connecting The Appliance To A Wlan Home Network (Wi-Fi) Without Wps Func- Tion

    Home Connect en In the Home Connect app, enter 17.2 Connecting the appli- the network name (SSID) and ance to a WLAN home password (key) for your home net- network (Wi-Fi) without work. WPS function Carry out the steps in the Home Connect app to connect the If your router does not have a WPS appliance.
  • Page 50: Deactivating Wi-Fi On The Appliance

    en Home Connect Select Wi-Fi on/off. ¡ Remote start cannot be activated for safety reasons in the following Select on. circumstances: a Wi-Fi is activated. – The appliance door is open. Note: If Wi-Fi is activated, the appli- – The refresher tank is empty. ance will not switch itself off automat- Requirements ically.
  • Page 51: Basic Settings

    Basic settings en This initial registration prepares the Basic setting Description Home Connect functions for use and Man. network Connect the ap- is only required when you want to log-in. pliance to a use the Home Connect functions for WLAN home net- the first time. work (Wi-Fi) Note: Please note that the without WPS...
  • Page 52: Appliance Care

    en Appliance care Empty the condensation container 19 Appliance care → Page 40. 19.1 Preparing the appliance for the appliance care programme The appliance must be prepared be- fore basic or intensive appliance care is carried out. Requirement: The fluff filter has been cleaned. → "Cleaning the fluff filter", Page 38. Remove the laundry.
  • Page 53: Starting The Appliance Care Programme

    Appliance care en Insert the plug from below. Set the programme to position 1. a The condensation container is Press and hold Basic Settings 3 ready for the appliance care pro- sec.. gramme. Set the programme to position 4. Release Basic Settings 3 sec.. Note: If the condensation is drained using the drain hose, perform the a "Basic machine care" and the pro-...
  • Page 54 en Appliance care a "Finished, remove washing " ap- Requirements ¡ The appliance is ready to run the pears on the display once the ap- appliance care programme. pliance care programme has → "Preparing the appliance for the ended and an audible signal sounds.
  • Page 55: Preparing The Appliance For The Intensive Appliance Care Programme

    Appliance care en Insert the condensation container Requirements so that it locks into place. ¡ The appliance is ready to run the appliance care programme. → "Preparing the appliance for the appliance care programme ", Page 52. ¡ The appliance care programme has started. → "Starting the appliance care pro- gramme", Page 53 Press...
  • Page 56 en Appliance care Pour a bottle of the original appli- Pull out the condensation con- ance care product tainer horizontally and empty it. → "Accessories", Page 35 and ap- prox. 1 ½ litres of warm tap water into the condensation container. Add approx. 1 ½ litres of hot tap water into the condensation con- tainer.
  • Page 57: Ending The Intensive Appli- Ance Care Programme

    Appliance care en Pull out the condensation con- 19.7 Ending the intensive ap- tainer, keeping it level. pliance care programme Add approx. 1 ½ litres of hot tap water into the condensation con- tainer. Empty the condensation container → Page 40. Hold the full condensation con- tainer level so that no liquid spills out.
  • Page 58: Cleaning And Servicing

    Note: You can find further information in the digital instruction manual by scanning the QR code in the table of contents or on siemens-home.bsh- group.cn. 20.1 Tips on cleaning and If you place a cloth beneath the...
  • Page 59 Cleaning and servicing en Pull out the heat exchanger cover Clean the insert under running wa- by the handle. ter and dry it off. Clean the opening with a soft, Cleaning the base unit damp cloth. You can remove any visible dirt in the base unit.
  • Page 60: Water Tank Filter

    en Cleaning and servicing Insert the heat exchanger cover by 20.3 Water tank filter the handle. The filter in the water tank protects the appliance from dirt and contamin- ants. Cleaning the water tank filter Check the filter regularly and clean the filter if it is dirty. Requirement: The condensation con- tainer → Page 40 is removed from the appliance.
  • Page 61: Condensation Container Filter

    Cleaning and servicing en ance changes the duration of the 20.5 Condensation container automatic programme depending on filter the residual moisture in the laundry. During drying, fluff from the laundry Cleaning the moisture sensor gets into the condensation. The filter Over time, residue from limescale, in the condensation container pro- detergents and care products can tects the appliance from fluff.
  • Page 62 en Cleaning and servicing Slide in the filter as far as it will go. Insert the condensation container → Page 40.
  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting en 21 Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot- ing information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unneces- sary costs. WARNING Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist ▶...
  • Page 64 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The appliance is not The circuit breaker in the fuse box has tripped. working. Check the circuit breaker in the fuse box. ▶ There has been a power cut. Check whether the lighting in your kitchen or other ▶...
  • Page 65 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting "Please empty con- Water drain hose is caught or jammed. densate container" Ensure that the water drain hose is not kinked or and programme ter- trapped. minated. Route the water drain hose without kinks. Water drain hose is not connected correctly. Ensure that the water drain hose is connected cor- ▶...
  • Page 66 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Buzzing noise. Compressor ventilation active. Not a fault – normal operating noise. ▶ The drying time is too Fluff filter is soiled. long. → "Cleaning the fluff filter", Page 38 ▶ The ambient temperature is greater than 30 °C. Ensure that the ambient temperature is lower than ▶...
  • Page 67 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Water is leaking from Ensure that the lever for the heat exchanger cover ▶ the appliance. is closed correctly. → "Closing the base unit", Page 59 "Please fill refresher The water tank for the crease-removal function is tank"...
  • Page 68 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Odours have formed Stubborn dirt in the appliance or an extended appli- in the appliance. ance downtime of more than one month. → "Preparing the appliance for the intensive appli- ▶ ance care programme", Page 55.
  • Page 69: Transportation, Storage And Disposal

    Transportation, storage and disposal en Empty the condensation container 22 Transportation, stor- → Page 40. age and disposal Insert the condensation container → Page 40. Disconnect the appliance's mains 22.1 Preparing the appliance plug from the power supply. for transportation a The appliance is now ready to be transported.
  • Page 70: Customer Service

    en Customer Service Information about current disposal ¡ On the rear of the appliance. methods are available from your Make a note of your appliance's de- specialist dealer or local authority. tails and the Customer Service tele- phone number to find them again This appliance is la- quickly.
  • Page 71: Consumption Values

    Consumption values en 24 Consumption values The specified values are indicative amount of laundry being loaded, en- only and were determined in accord- vironmental conditions and the activ- ance with the applicable standard ation of additional functions. IEC61121. The expected programme dura- The actual values may deviate from tion/"Ready in"...
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