1 2 3 4 5 6
Programme selector for
switching the machine on
and off and for selecting
the programme. Can be
turned in either direction.
Switch off the appliance
Turn the programme selector to OFF.
Turn the tap off
Notes on AquaStop aInstallation instructions, page 7.
Remove the washing
Open the washing machine door and remove the
washing.
If Rinse Hold (without Final spin) is active: turn the
programme selector to É(Empty) or Å(Spin).
Select spin speed where necessary.
Select START/PAUSE.
– Remove any foreign objects - risk of rusting.
– Leave the washing machine door and
detergent drawer open so that any residual
water can evaporate.
Programme has ended when ...
... finished, remove washing appears on the display
panel.
Cancelling the programme
Programmes at high temperatures:
– To cool the laundry down: Select È(Rinse).
– Select START/PAUSE.
Programmes at low temperatures:
– Select Å(Spin) or É(Empty).
– 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 scratch.
Reloading laundry, if ... apage 6
... START/PAUSE is selected and Top-up then appears
on the display panel.
– Do not leave the washing machine door open
for too long as water from the washing could
leak out.
– Load display not active when reloading.
Select START/PAUSE.
Sorting the laundry
Please note the manufacturer's care information.
According to the information on the care labels.
According to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load apage 7.
Observe the important information apage 9.
Detergents and care products
Measure according to:
Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply company)
and manufacturer's instructions.
For models without insert for liquid detergent:
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Be careful when opening the detergent drawer while the machine is in
operation.
Programmes
Detailed overview of programmes apage 7.
Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually,
depending on the selected programme and programme
progress.
COTTON Hard-wearing fabrics
EASY CARE Easy-care fabrics
QUICK/MIX Different types of laundry
DELICATES/SILK Delicate washable fabrics
ÇWOOL Hand/machine-washable wool
È (Rinse) Extra rinse with Spin
Å(Spin) Extra spin with selectable spin speed
É(Empty) To drain the rinsing water, select
Rinse Hold c(no Final spin)
Æ(Low Spin) Extra spin with reduced spin speed
RAPID 15 Super-short programme
DARK WASH Dark-coloured fabrics
TEXTILE GUARD All-weather, sportswear and outdoor clothing
apage 9.
SHIRTS/BLOUSES Non-iron shirts
LINGERIE Lingerie programme
MEMORY Personalised programme apage 6
– –, 20° - 90° T (Temperature)Select the temperature (– – = cold)
0, 400 - 1600* Å(Spin)Set the spin speed
(* model-dependent) (0=no spin during the
programme sequence)
Programme selector Display panel/
menu buttons/change buttons
Start/Pause
Individual settings
ʑPersonalised programme
You can store a programme and all its settings permanently under MEMORY:
– Set the programme selector to MEMORY.
– Select the desired programme using the #/$ buttons.
– Select the desired option using the '/(buttons, or change the setting using the #/$
buttons.
– Make the desired settings using the T(Temperature) and Å(Spin) buttons.
– Select START/PAUSE.
Select stain
The correct treatment for every stain
Do not allow stains to dry. Remove any solid residues first. Sort the items of laundry as usual
and load the washing machine. Select a type of stain (cannot be combined).
ʑThere are a total of 16 different stains to choose from. The washing machine tailors the
washing temperature, drum movement and soaking time to the type of stain. Hot or cold
water, gentle or intensive washing control (thanks to the new drum structure) and a long or
short soaking time ensure that the wash programme runs specifically according to the type
of stain.
ʑA stain type can be added to each programme via the menu buttons/change buttons.
ʑThis results in optimum stain treatment without the use of additional special detergents.
ʑStains
Baby food
Blood
Egg
Soil + sand
Grass
Coffee
Cosmetics
Red wine
Chocolate
Sweat
Dirty socks
Grease + oil
Tea
Tomato
Strawberry
Orange
ʑStain treatment in detail - 2 examples
Egg Soaked in lukewarm water, selected wash cycle with a higher
water level and additional rinse cycles to remove particles
Blood Blood is first “loosened” in cold water, then the selected wash
programme starts.
For the other types of stain, we have formulated comparable solutions in our intensive
studies.
Reload
If you want to add subsequent items of laundry after the programme has started, press the
START/PAUSE button. The machine checks whether reloading is possible. Note the
information on the display panel.
For safety reasons, the washing machine door remains locked when the water level and/or
temperature is high, or while the drum is rotating.
To continue the programme, press the START/PAUSE button.
Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model), page 10.
Compartment II: detergent for main wash,
water softener, bleach, stain remover
Your washing machine
Congratulations – you have opted for a modern, high-quality
domestic appliance manufactured by Gaggenau. This washing
machine is distinguished by its economical water and energy
consumption.
Each machine that leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly to
ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
Further information: www.gaggenau.com
Intended use
Contents Page
ʋIntended use ...................................................................................... 1
ʋProgrammes ....................................................................................... 1
ʋSetting and adjusting the programme .......................................... 3
ʋWashing ..........................................................................................3/4
ʋAfter washing ..................................................................................... 4
ʋIndividual settings ..........................................................................5/6
ʋOverview of programmes ................................................................ 7
ʋSafety instructions ............................................................................. 8
ʋConsumption values ......................................................................... 8
ʋImportant information ...................................................................... 9
ʋInsert for liquid detergent.............................................................. 10
ʋCare ...................................................................................................10
ʋInformation on the display panel ..................................................10
ʋInstructions for blockages .............................................................11
ʋWhat to do if .............................................................................. 12/13
ʋEmergency release ..........................................................................13
ʋAfter-sales service ............................................................................13
Environmental protection/Conservation tips
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of laundry for the relevant
programme.
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a prewash.
– Instead of COTTON 90 °C, select the COTTON 60 °C programme along with the
jecoPerfect option. Comparable cleaning with 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 the appropriate spin speed
according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Automatic stain removal
Automatic treatment of 16 different types of stain. No pretreatment of stains required
– washing machine adjusts the washing process automatically aPage 6.
Preparation Before washing for the first time
Wash once without any laundry a page 9.
Open the door/set the programme 1
2
Washing
Compartment ~: fabric softener, starch
Compartment I: detergent for Vorwäsche (Prewash)
ʋFor domestic use only
ʋFor machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable wool
in detergent solution
ʋTo be operated with cold mains water and commercially
available 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.
Detergent drawer
with compartments I, II, ~
Control panel
Washing machine
door handle
Service flap
Washing machine door
Correct installation according to the
separate installation instructions.
Check the machine
– Never use a damaged machine.
– Inform the after-sales service.
Connect the mains plug
Make sure your hands are dry.
Take hold of the plug only.
Turn the tap on
**If the Childlock is active a deactivate it (see page 5).
Observe the instructions on the display panel.
Washing
Individual settings
ʑOptions see also the Overview of programmes
varioPerfect*
i speedPerfect -
Standard -
j ecoPerfect
speedPerfect: washes in a shorter time but with a washing
outcome comparable to that of the standard programme.
Maximum load a Overview of programmes, page 7.
ecoPerfect: saves energy but with a washing outcome
comparable to that of the standard programme.
End time*When a programme is selected, the time until the programme
will be finished is displayed. The programme end time can be
adjusted in hours, up to a maximum of 24h. Press the #/$
buttons repeatedly until the desired number of hours appears
(h = hour). The time cannot be adjusted once the programme
has started.
Prewash c
OFF - ON
For heavily soiled laundry. Prewash at max. 30 °C
Less Ironing
OFF - ON
Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle Final
spin at reduced speed - residual moisture in the laundry slightly
increased.
Signal*3Select the volume of the information signals.
OFF ä quiet ä medium ä loud ä very loud
Button signal*Select the volume of the button signals.
OFF ä quiet ä medium ä loud ä very loud
Language*Select the language of the display texts.
hydroRinse ø
OFF - ON
Higher water level. Laundry washed with more care.
Rinse Hold
OFF - ON
After the final rinse, the laundry remains in the water.
Extra rinse*Èmax. +3 Rinses
Additional rinsing. Longer programme duration. Recommended
use: for especially delicate skin and/or in areas with very soft
water.
Select stain*[Automatic treatment of stubborn stains -> page 6.
ʑDisplay symbols
Childlock/appliance lock
#OFF - ON
You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you
have set from being changed inadvertently.
To activate/deactivate: press the ( button for 5 seconds.
Note: the childlock can remain active until you wish to start the
next programme, even after switching off the machine.
Then deactivate the Childlock after the machine has been
switched back on.
Foam detection 3Too much foam in the washing machine.
Foam detection system active - special programme
sequence to reduce foam.
7
Overview of programmes a Check the consumption values table on page 8 and the instructions on page 9.
* reduced load for ispeedPerfect option
For a short programme,QUICK/MIX 40 °C with max. spin speed is ideal.
Programmes with no prewash - place detergent into compartment II, programmes with prewash - divide detergent between compartments I and II.
Programmes °C max. Type of laundry Options; notes
COTTON – – ... 90 °C 8 kg/
5 kg*
Hard-wearing fabrics, heat-resistant fabrics made
of cotton or linen
speedPerfect*, ecoPerfect,Prewash, Less Ironing, hydroRinse, Extra rinse,
Select stains, Rinse Hold
EASY CARE – – ... 60 °C
3.5 kg
Easy-care fabrics made of cotton, linen, synthetic
fibres or blended fabrics
speedPerfect, ecoPerfect,Prewash, Less Ironing, hydroRinse, Extra rinse,
Select stains, Rinse Hold
QUICK/MIX – – ... 40 °C Fabrics made of cotton and easy-care fabrics speedPerfect, ecoPerfect,Prewash, Less Ironing, hydroRinse, Extra rinse,
Select stains, Rinse Hold; different types of laundry can be washed together
DARK WASH – – ... 40 °C Dark-coloured fabrics made of cotton and dark
easy-care fabrics
speedPerfect, ecoPerfect,Prewash, Less Ironing, hydroRinse, Extra rinse,
Select stains, Rinse Hold; reduced rinse + spin and final spin
SHIRTS/
BLOUSES – – ... 60 °C
2 kg
Non-iron shirts made of cotton, linen, synthetic
fibres or blended fabrics
speedPerfect, ecoPerfect,Prewash, Less Ironing, hydroRinse, Extra rinse,
Select stains, Rinse Hold; gentle spin only, hang up dripping wet
DELICATES/
SILK – – ... 40 °C
For delicate, washable fabrics, e.g. made of silk,
satin, synthetic fibres or blended fabrics (e.g.
curtains)
speedPerfect, ecoPerfect,Prewash, Less Ironing, hydroRinse, Extra rinse,
Select stains, Rinse Hold; gentle spin between the rinse cycles only
ÇWOOL – – ... 40 °C Hand or machine-washable fabrics made of wool or
containing wool
Rinse Hold; particularly gentle wash programme to prevent shrinkage of laundry,
longer breaks during the programme (fabrics rest in the detergent solution)
RAPID 15 – – ... 40 °C Easy-care fabrics made of cotton, linen, synthetic
fibres or blended fabrics
Rinse Hold; short programme, approx. 15 minutes, suitable for lightly soiled wash-
ing
LINGERIE – – ... 40 °C
1 kg
Lingerie speedPerfect, ecoPerfect,hydroRinse, Extra rinse, Select stains, Rinse Hold
TEXTILE
GUARD – – ... 40 °C
Washing with subsequent waterproofing of all-
weather, sportswear and outdoor clothing, and cloth-
ing with a weatherproof membrane, waterproof fab-
rics
speedPerfect, ecoPerfect,hydroRinse, Extra rinse, Select stains,;
further information on Textile guard a page 9, reduced Final spin at intervals
Additional programmes È(Rinse),Å(Spin),É(Empty),Æ(Low Spin)
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