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1. The following fault messages appear in the display and the programme stops Fault message Possible cause Remedy A Drain The water outlet is Clean the drain filter and fault blocked or restricted the drain pump The drain hose has The maximum delivery head been fixed too high is 1m E iar inlet The water inlet is blocked Check whether sis or restricted the stopcock is opened properly the inlet hose is kinked the water pressure is too low The filter in the water inlet Clean the filter hose is dirty A Waterproof The water protection Close the stopcock fault system has reacted Call the Service Department A Technical There is a fault Start the programme again fault If the fault message appears again contact the Service Department O To switch off the fault message Switch the machine off with the button 46 Problem solving guide The following fault messages appear in the display Fault message Possible cause Remedy Heating fault The washing machine is not heating up the water Start the programme again If the fault message appears again contact the Service Department Chk detergent Excessive foam has built up during washing Use less detergent next time and follow the manufacturer s instructions on dosage given on the packaging Hygiene info A programme using a temperature above 60 C has not been run for a
2. Further extras I O C m Press and hold the Eco feedback button after selecting the programme 18 The probable consumption levels will then be displayed by a bar chart Energy Mi Water The more bars I in the display the more energy or water will be used The estimate is influenced by the programme selected the temperature and any Extra options selected 2 Actual usage The actual amount of energy and water used can be shown in the display before opening the door at the end of a programme m Press and hold the Eco feedback button 15 kWh 55 Opening the door or automatic switching off at the end of the programme resets the data to the estimated values Total usage The Total usage Setting gives details of energy and water consumption over a period of time Energy consumption is always given in whole numbers rounded up or down For more information see Settings How to wash correctly Brief instructions The headings numbered show the operating sequence and can be used as brief instructions Q Sort the laundry m Empty all pockets A Foreign objects e g nails coins paper clips etc can cause damage to garments and components in the machine m Badly soiled areas stains etc should be cleaned as soon as possible preferably whilst still fresh Spillages should be carefully dabbed off using a soft colourfast cloth Do not rub Badly soi
3. Outerwear cold to 40 C Max load 2 5 kg Use for Outerwear made from membrane fabric such as Gore Tex SYMPATEX WINDSTOPPER etc Notes Zip up jackets before washing Do not use fabric conditioner If wished these garments can also be re proofed using the Proofing programme Proofing should not be done every time the garment is washed Proofing 40 C Max load 2 5 kg Use for Treating microfibre fabric skiwear and table linen made from mainly synthetic fibres to provide a water and stain resistant finish Notes The items should be freshly laundered and spun or dried before proofing For best results the items should be heat treated afterwards either in a tumble dryer or by ironing Express 20 20 0 cold to 40 C Max load 3 5 kg Use for Cotton and minimum iron garments that have hardly been worn or are only very lightly soiled Note The Short extra option will be activated automatically Maintenance prog 75 C Empty With frequent washing at low temperatures there is the danger of a build up of bacteria in the washing machine Cleaning the washing machine will significantly reduce bacteria fungus and biofilm and help prevent the build up of unpleasant odours Notes Optimum results can be achieved by using Miele machine cleaner Alternatively a universal powder detergent can be used Dispense the machine cleaner or universal powder via the detergent compartment Do not loa
4. 1 Remove the siphon from compartment amp and rinse under hot m Use a bottle brush to remove running water Clean the siphon tube detergent residues and limescale in the same way from the jets inside the detergent dispenser drawer housing 2 Replace the siphon If starching frequently thoroughly clean the siphon and siphon tube regularly A build up of liquid starch will cause them to get clogged 43 Cleaning and Care Cleaning the water inlet filters The washing machine has two filters to protect the inlet valves These filters should be checked every six months or so or more often if there are frequent interruptions to the water supply To clean the filter in the union in the open end of the inlet hose m First turn off the stopcock m Unscrew the inlet hose from the stopcock m Remove rubber seal 1 from the recess m Using pointed pliers take hold of plastic filter bar 2 remove the filter and clean it m Put the filter and seal back in the reverse order and reconnect the hose m Turn on the stopcock and check the connection is watertight If it leaks tighten the connection 44 To clean the filter in the water inlet valve m Using pliers carefully loosen the ribbed plastic nut on the inlet valve and unscrew m Use pointed nose pliers to withdraw the plastic filter by the bar see illustration Clean put back and secure The two filters must be put back in place
5. A for Washing machine W 5872 Edition 111 To avoid the risk of accidents or en GB damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time M Nr 09 378 180 Caring for our environment Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled Ensure that any plastic wrappings bags etc are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children Danger of suffocation Disposal of your old machine Electrical and electronic machines often contain materials which if handled or disposed of incorrectly could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment They are however essential for the correct functioning of your machine Please do not therefore dispose of it with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection recycling centre or contact your Dealer for advice Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal Contents Caring for our environment 2 Warning and Safety Instructions 6 Operating the washing machine 0 000000 00 euee 13 Control Pelis POI Ete 13 Optional programme packages o oooooccooc ese 15 Before using for the first ime 16 Washing environmentally and economically u
6. Load the drum m Press the Door button to open the drum door m Unfold the laundry and load loosely into the drum Mixing both large and small items gives better wash results and also helps distribute the load evenly during spinning The most efficient use of energy and water is achieved when a full load is washed However do not overload as this causes creases and reduces cleaning efficiency m Shut the door with a gentle swing Make sure that items do not get caught between the drum door and the seal 20 O Select a programme A Selecting programmes using the programme selector O Cottons Further programmes O ShirtsO Dark garments O Denim Hygiene O OMinimum iron O Woollens ty O Outerwear OProofing SpinO OExpress 20 Separate rinse Starch O m Turn the programme selector clockwise or anti clockwise to the required programme The programme indicator light for the programme selected will come on Further programmes are available under the programme setting Further programmes I How to wash correctly B Selecting programmes using the programme selector at the Further programmes H position and the display Further programmes NO m Turn the programme selector clockwise until the indicator light for Further programmes 5 comes on m The following will appear in the display Start lt Maintenance prog gt Stop Delay start Temperature Spin spe
7. up close to the nut 63 Installation and connection Electrical connection U K All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations BS 7671 in the UK Ensure power is not supplied to the appliance until after installation work has been carried out The appliance is supplied with a mains cable with moulded plug ready for connection to a 230 240V mains supply Please ensure the connection data quoted on the data plate match the household mains supply Connection should be made via a suitable switched socket which is easily accessible after installation For extra safety it is advisable to protect the machine with a suitable residual current device RCD Contact a qualified electrician for advice Do not connect via an extension lead Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating 64 Non rewireable plugs BS 1363 The fuse cover must be refitted when changing the fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained The colour of the correct replacement cover is that of the coloured insert in the base of the plug or the colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug as applicable to the design of plug fitted Replacement fuses should be ASTA approved to BS 1362 and have the correct r
8. Ki Professional cleaning Dry clean only The letters indicate the type of cleaning agent required No bar under the symbol normal agitation One bar under the symbol reduced agitation Two bars under the symbol much reduced agitation D Hand wash if no temperature is specified use the lowest temperature or cold JI Do not wash Drying Professional Wet Clean only The number of dots indicates the drying temperature amp coo Do not dry clean Normal temperature Bleaching Low temperature Do not tumble dry gt Any oxidising bleaching agent can be used Only use an oxygen based bleach or a non chlorine bleach A Do not bleach 33 Programme sequence Main wash Rinses Spinning Water Wash Water Rinses Interim Final level rhythm level spin spin Cottons e es 242 J J Minimum iron wn 2 39 y J Woollens V 2 J J Outerwear IS 3 JD J Proofing E v Express 20 e led 1 3 y J Maintenance prog B Down duvets ty D 3 J Minimum iron teg fon 23 y J Automatic plus e DAGO MN 2 33 J J Shirts E E 2 Y Dark garments ty k 3 Y Denim Hygiene tes fe 3 45 J J Spin v Separate rinse w 1 J Starch Please see next page for description of the symbols 34
9. Programme sequence Low water level Medium water level High water level Intensive rhythm Normal rhythm Gentle rhythm Sensitive rhythm Ultra sensitive rhythm RR R TT E Handwash rhythm This machine has fully electronic controls with automatic load recognition It takes in the right amount of water required for the programme depending on the amount of laundry and its absorbency rate This means that programme cycles and durations can vary The programme sequences outlined in the chart are based on the basic programme with a full load Extra options which can be selected have not been taken into account The display shows the stage the programme has reached Special features in the programme sequences Anti crease At the end of every programme with the exception of the Woollens programme the drum continues to turn at intervals for up to 30 minutes to help prevent creasing The door can be opened and laundry removed at any time during the anti crease phase 1 A second rinse is carried out when a temperature between 60 C and 90 C has been selected A third rinse is carried out when a temperature below 60 C is selected X A third or fourth rinse is carried out if there is too much foam in the drum a spin speed lower than 700 rpm has been selected The spin speed has been deselected A third rinse is carried out if The spin has been deselected In the
10. Washing at low temperatures and or using liquid detergent can cause bacteria and unpleasant odours to build up in the machine The washing machine can be cleaned using the Maintenance programme This should be done regularly at the latest when the Hygiene Info message appears in the display Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply and withdraw the plug from the socket before cleaning the machine The machine must not be hosed down External casing and fascia panel m Clean the casing using a Miele E cloth or with a mild non abrasive cleaning agent or soap and water using a well wrung out cloth Wipe dry with a soft cloth m The drum can be cleaned with a proprietary stainless steel cleaning agent following the manufacturer s instructions on the packaging 42 Do not use solvents abrasive cleaners glass cleaners or multi purpose cleaning agents These could damage plastic surfaces and other parts Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer The pre wash and main wash compartments of the detergent dispensing drawer are self cleaning For hygiene reasons clean the entire drawer at regular intervals m Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer until a resistance is felt Press down the release catch and at the same time pull the drawer right out of the machine m Clean the drawer with hot water Cleaning and Care m Clean the siphon Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing
11. long time In order to prevent bacteria and unpleasant odours building up in the machine run the Maintenance programme using Miele machine cleaner or a universal powder detergent The messages are displayed at the end of the programme and when the washing machine is switched on 47 Problem solving guide General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine shakes during the spin cycle The machine feet are not level Level the machine see Installation and connection The laundry has not been spun properly and is still wet The machine detected an imbalance during the final spin and reduced the spin speed automatically Include both large and small items in the load as this will give better distribution during spinning The laundry has not spun satisfactorily The spin speed selected was too low Select a higher spin speed next time The pump makes strange noises This is not a fault These noises occur at the end of a pump sequence as a normal part of the operation Large amounts of detergent residue remain in the detergent dispenser drawer The water pressure is too low Clean the filter in the water inlet Select Water plus Powder detergent used with water softeners can become sticky Clean the drawer Add washing powder and then add the water softener Fabric conditioner is not completely dispensed
12. the display will go out 10 minutes after a programme has started Not in current prog the machine is delivered with this option selected The standby function is switched off The display will remain visible during a programme 72 The washing machine will store the most recently selected settings programme temperature spin speed and any extra options in memory once the programme has started These settings will appear in the display the next time the machine is switched on The machine is delivered with the memory function deactivated Anti crease Anti crease helps prevent creasing if laundry is not normally removed immediately after the end of a programme The drum will turn at intervals for up to 30 minutes after the programme has finished The door can be opened and laundry removed at any time during the anti crease phase On the machine is delivered with this option selected Anti crease is activated Off Anti crease is deactivated Optional accessories Miele washing machines offer perfect care for your laundry and feature a wide range of special programmes designed to suit the fabric being washed Miele have also developed a range of specialist CareCollection detergents and conditioning products to offer you a complete package for cleaning and caring for your laundry The Miele CareCollection detergents and conditioning products are listed below You can orde
13. 40 C 3 5 kg 0 56 52 1h52 min 30 Woollens D 30 C 2 0 kg 0 23 39 39 min Outerwear 40 C 2 5 kg 0 45 55 1 h 02 min Proofing 40 C 2 5 kg 0 35 12 40 min Express 20 40 C 3 5 kg 0 32 30 20 min Maintenance prog LC Okg 0 80 42 43 min Down duvets 40 C 2 5 kg 0 70 43 1 h 24 min Delicates So 2 0 kg 0 38 69 59 min Automatic plus 40 C 5 0 kg 0 52 62 1 h 29 min Shirts 60 C 2 0kg 0 95 59 1h 11 min Dark garments Denim 40 C 3 0 kg 0 60 52 1h 12 min Hygiene 60 C 7 0 kg 1 70 80 2h 35 min 66 Consumption data Notes for test institutes The test programme conforms to EN 60456 and the energy label with Directive 1061 2010 Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given depending on water pressure water hardness water inlet temperature room temperature type and volume of load fluctuations in the electricity supply and any extra options selected The consumption data displayed using the Eco feedback function may differ from the values shown above The deviation relates to the manner in which data is captured on the machine For example water consumption is calculated according to how long the water inlet valve is opened for Fluctuations in the water supply or a water pressure under 170 kPa can cause values to differ 67 Settings The Settings are used to alter the machine s electronics to suit changing requirements Settings can be altered at any time To access Settings Bef
14. Further extra options A button Short For light to normal soiling with no visible staining This shortens the programme running time Stains There is a choice of various types of stains for achieving the optimum wash result with stain removal The wash programme is optimised for the type of stain One stain type can be selected per wash programme If the Short extra option was selected previously it will be deselected automatically Press the Stains 5 button again to come out of the Stains sub menu 30 Further extras The Further extras sub menu will open in the display Extra options available for that programme are shown in the display 4 Water plus L m Scroll through the list using the Delay start lt and Spin speed gt buttons Press the Temperature OK button to select the Extra option displayed Only one further Extra option may be selected The Extra option can be deselected by pressing the Further extras button again Water plus The water level in the main wash and the rinses will be increased You can select other settings for Water plus These are described in Settings Extra options Pre wash For laundry with large amounts of dirt e g dust sand Soak For heavily soiled items with protein stains You can select a soak time of between 30 minutes and 2 hours in 30 minute steps This is described in Settings The default setting is 2 hours Extra qu
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16. Limescale deposits on the heater elements too much detergent results in Excessive foam which causes a low level of agitation and poor wash rinse and spin results Higher water consumption an additional rinse cycle will automatically switch in A burden to the environment 22 m Pull out the detergent drawer and add detergent to the compartments as follows U Detergent for the pre wash Divide the total recommended amount as follows add to compartment LU and to compartment VJ ly Detergent for the main wash including Soak if selected B Fabric conditioner and liquid starch m Close the detergent drawer See Detergent for further information on detergent dispensing How to wash correctly Start the programme m Press the flashing Start Stop button If a delay start time has been selected then this will count down in the display At the end of the delay start time or im mediately after the programme has started if no delay start time has been selected the estimated programme duration will appear in the display During the first 8 minutes the machine measures how much water is being absorbed by the laundry The programme duration may be longer or shorter depending on this absorbency rate The programme sequence is also shown in the display The washing machine shows you when each section of the programme is reached Remove the laundry when th
17. Outerwear programme laundry is only spun after the main wash Run up to spin A run up to spin is carried out before the wash process begins to deflate down filled items Subsequent water intake for the main wash is through compartment UU e Pre rinse A pre rinse without detergent is carried out automatically to remove dust 35 Changing the programme sequence Cancelling a programme You can cancel a programme at any time after it has started m Press the Start Stop button Cancel programme m Press the flashing Start Stop button again The suds will be pumped away If you want to remove the laundry m Press the Door button If you want to select a different programme m Switch the machine off with the D button m Switch the washing machine back on again m Check that there is still detergent in the detergent drawer Add detergent if necessary m Select a new programme Interrupting a programme m Switch the machine off with the D button To continue with the same programme m Switch the machine back on again with the D button 36 Making changes to a programme After the start of a programme it is no longer possible to select a different programme Temperature It is possible to select a different temperature up to 5 minutes after the programme has started except with the Cottons programme m Press the Temperature button Spin speed It is possible to change
18. a ventilation system which prevents the washing machine from being emptied completely 61 Installation and connection Connection to the water supply The machine should be connected to a mains water supply in accordance with local and national safety regulations The German authorities do not require it to have a non return valve as the washing machine has been designed to comply with DIN regulations The machine is designed to operate with a flow pressure of between 100 kPa and 1 000 kPa If it is higher than 1 000 kPa it is essential to fit a pressure reducing valve Connection to the mains water supply should incorporate a mains stopcock with thread The stopcock should be fitted by a qualified plumber The connection point is subject to mains water pressure Turn on the stopcock slowly and check for leaks Correct the position of the washer and union if appropriate The washing machine is not suitable for connection to a hot water supply Maintenance and care Only use a genuine Miele hose should you ever need a replacement or extension These are tested to withstand pressure of at least 7 000 kPa 62 In order to protect the water inlet valve the two dirt filters one in the open end of the inlet hose one at the inlet point in the machine must not be removed Extension hose Longer hoses 2 5 or 4 0 m in length are available from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Departmen
19. eR EI Roa 64 Technical data 65 Consumption data 66 Notes for test institutes sudes xx ee ex RR Re e Rx 67 Settings 0 0 68 TO access Selllligs csua arabes do a gg Gnd de RUN AR Due ur qe 68 To selectia Selling sr ERR Me HERPES ee dde tan 68 To alter a Settihig eed bod ber Ee ed ob eee beta depen 68 To come out of Settings 20 R R R R A R HRE R RN RR ees 68 Language M AA 68 Total SAC ti pene anta T e es 69 Water PUS ida was a RR p ae e RR aa Ma nn 69 DOAK E 69 Gentle GIGA a yee whet eee idee hey dE 70 SUCS COIN Eur aaa Beet EROS tee PRESA is Pe eo fae aes 70 Bo 70 Termperabtle UE voor Ss Eo a A cio ee ek ep aee n 71 BZ ZC Me O ea mU EC RU Re E 71 Keypad OnE se rere CL 71 BONNES sa ereen a a die ne dU he A ad 71 be dette ht der od obse Breton pd butt hebes 72 MEMO CERT tdi den ee 72 ccc o nr ri a RA A ae 72 Optional accessories 13 CareCollectlori ace pt oce em aaa ne Wid E RERO en R A XE RR R had 73 Warning and Safety instructions This washing machine conforms to current safety requirements Inappropriate use can however lead to personal injury and damage to property To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the washing machine please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time They contain important information on its installation safety use and maintenance Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are fam
20. in 3 secs sj m Keep the Start Stop button pressed in until the time has elapsed and the following appears in the display Locked s The safety lock is now activated It is deactivated automatically at the end of the programme To deactivate the safety lock m Press and hold in the Start Stop button after the programme has started Unlock in 3 secs ej m Keep the Start Stop button pressed in until the time has elapsed and the following appears in the display Unlocked r 37 Detergent The correct detergent All modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable Use dispensing aids e g balls if these are supplied with the detergent Tablets are suitable for full loads but note that it may be impractical to reduce tablets for smaller loads Some tablets do not dissolve as rapidly as others and may not be suitable for programmes with short durations Do not use biological detergents on silk as the enzymes may damage the silk Instructions for use and recommended dosage amounts are given on the detergent packaging See Optional accessories at the end of this booklet for details of Miele branded care products including detergents and fabric conditioner 38 Detergent Universal Detergent Detergent Specialist Proofing Fabric detergent for for detergent agent conditioner coloureds delicates Cottons X X X Mini
21. interim spin There is a spin after the main wash and between the rinses A reduction in the final spin speed will also reduce the interim spin speed If a spin speed of less than 700 rpm is selected for a Cottons programme an additional rinse is introduced 24 To omit the final spin Rinse hold m Select the Rinse hold C1 setting using the Spin speed button The laundry will not be spun and will remain suspended in the final rinse water This reduces creasing if the laundry is not going to be removed from the drum immediately after the end of the programme To start the final spin The washing machine will display the maximum spin speed possible You can select a spin speed lower than this Start the final spin by pressing the Start Stop button To end the programme Press the Door button The water will drain away Press the Door button again to open the door To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin No m Select the No setting using the Spin speed button The laundry is not spun after the final rinse The water will drain away and the machine will go straight into the anti crease stage With some programmes an additional rinse is introduced if this setting is selected Delay start Delay start allows you to choose when you want the programme to start The start of a programme can be delayed from 15 minutes up to a maximum of 24 hours allowing you to make use of night t
22. or too much water remains in the amp compartment The siphon tube is not correctly positioned or is clogged up Clean the siphon see Cleaning and care Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer The display is in a different language A different language has been selected via the Language F Set the language you want The flag symbol will guide you When laundry is dry it feels hard to the touch Too vigorous wash action Programme in gentle action and more water Not enough detergent used Increase detergent dose to prevent limescale build up in laundry No fabric conditioner used Use fabric conditioner in the last rinse 48 Problem solving guide An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy Liquid detergent does not give the required result Liquid detergents usually contain no bleaching agents They do not remove fruit coffee and tea stains Use a general purpose detergent containing a bleaching agent Add stain removers into compartment UY of the detergent dispenser drawer and liquid detergent into a dispenser ball Never put stain removers and liquid detergent together in the dispenser drawer Grey greasy particles cling to washed laundry Insufficient amounts of detergent were used to break down the particles of grease in heavily soiled laundry Use more detergent Before the next wash
23. pressure of at least 7 000 kPa hoses and for storing transit bars when not in use Drain hose 55 Installation and connection Installation surface A concrete floor is the most suitable installation surface for a washing machine being far less prone to vibration during the spin cycle than wooden floorboards or a carpeted surface Please note m The machine must be level and securely positioned m To avoid vibrations during spinning the machine should not be installed on soft floor coverings If installing on a wooden joist floor m We recommend a plywood base at least 59x52x3 cm The base should span several joists and be bolted to the joists and not only to the floorboards Check for the presence of pipes and cables first If possible install the machine in a corner as this is usually the most stable part of the floor AI the machine is installed on a raised plinth it has to be secured against slippage during spin using retaining clips available from the Miele Spare Parts Dept Otherwise there is the danger of the machine moving and falling off the plinth 56 Transporting the washing machine to its installation site To manoeuvre the machine out of its packing case to its installation site hold it by the edge of the lid where it protrudes to the rear of the machine as well as by the handle recesses at the front N Ensure that the machine feet and the floor are dry to prevent the machin
24. run the Maintenance programme using Miele machine cleaner or a universal powder detergent White residues which look like powder detergent are seen on dark textiles after washing The detergent contained compounds zeolites to aid water softening which are not soluble in water They have ended up on the laundry Try and brush off the residues with a soft brush once the laundry is dry Wash dark textiles using a detergent which contains no zeolites Liquid detergents usually contain no zeolites Use the Dark garments Denim programme for dark coloured laundry 49 Problem solving guide The drum door does not open when you press the Door button Possible cause Remedy The washing machine is not connected to the electricity supply and or is not switched on Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and or switch the machine on with the button The safety lock has been activated Deactivate the safety lock as described in Changing the programme sequence Safety lock Access via a code has been activated Deactivate the code as described in Settings Code Power cut Open the drum door as described in the next section The door was not correctly engaged Press hard against the lock side of the drum door and then press the Door button There is still water in the drum and the machine is unable to drain Clean the drain filter
25. the hardness level in your area Water hardness levels Hardness Hardness level German scale mmol l d soft 0 15 0 8 4 Il medium 1 5 2 5 8 4 14 Ill hard Above 2 5 Above 14 40 Refill packs of detergent When purchasing detergent buy refill packs wherever possible This helps reduce the amount of waste packaging Water softener A water softener can be used to cut down on the use of detergents in hard water areas Dispense according to the amount specified on the packaging First add detergent and then the water softener Miele branded water softening tablets are available from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet on www miele shop com Use a quantity of detergent as for soft water Washing with several components If you wash using several components e g special application detergents we recommend always dispensing the agents into compartment UL in the following order 1 Detergent 2 Water softeners 3 Stain remover This way the agents are distributed more evenly Detergent Fabric conditioners and liquid starch Starch Stiffens and gives body to items of laundry e g shirts tablecloths and bed linen Fabric conditioners Make garments soft to handle and help prevent static cling when tumble drying Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry at the end of a programme Zh Ly m Add the fabric cond
26. the spin speed up until the final spin begins m Press the Spin speed button Extra options It is possible to select or deselect the Short Water plus and Extra Quiet Extra options up to five minutes after the programme has started A programme cannot be cancelled or changed if the safety lock has been activated Changing the programme sequence Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started m Press the Door button to open the drum door m Add or remove items m Close the drum door The programme will continue automatically Please note Once a programme has started the machine cannot recognise any adjustment to the load For this reason if laundry is added or removed after the start of a programme the machine will always complete the programme cycle assuming a full load which can lead to an increase in the programme duration shown in the display The door cannot be opened if the suds temperature is above 55 C the water is above a certain level the programme has reached the Final spin stage If you press the Door button when the above conditions are present the following will appear in the display i Door locked Safety lock The safety lock prevents the machine from being opened and programmes from being cancelled during a wash programme To activate the safety lock m Press and hold in the Start Stop button after the programme has started Stop or
27. aaa aaa 17 Energy and water consumption R X RRR R K R KR eee 17 Bro O ON apace 17 ECO TOGdDAck rars Sa iau aa a ee a Bard eee is 18 How to wash correctly 0 0s 19 SPINNING oir ai ee ARS a kw Ae ROG en Ek eee Abs eens 24 Fral spi Sped 22 5 2 pace noe read eens gee 24 Delay start 06554450444 de eee ope hd 25 Programme chart occ 26 Extra opllohs ceris ce po E REX Each RARE E b NUR OR ede o 30 oC PLM 30 SAnS E RETI 30 F rtherextas Ellos curra ee aust tw en d dette a 30 Pre Wasi d ideae abd ee en ee ets 31 DOK C a a e ee eee S 31 Garment care label symbole 33 Programme sequence selle ee 34 Changing the programme sequence i lese seien 36 Cancelling a programme 6 0 ie e K A Z E d a E Ed T lese 36 Interrupting a programme ooo 36 Making changes to a programme 6 eee 36 Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started 37 sub rcc 37 Contents Detergent TTT 38 The correct detergent 0 0 2 2 a R RRR RRR ee 38 Water Softener eee een ees 40 Washing with several components 22 2 R 6 e R R R es 40 Fabric conditioners and liquid starch sss rg aa r R R R KR esee 41 Colour run and dye removers dyes iiis 41 Cleaning and care 0 0 00 42 Cleaning the drum Hygiene info liiis 42 External casing and fascia panel 42 Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer 42 Cleaning the water inlet Ters 44 Problem solvin
28. abrics such as wool and silk Its special formulation cleans effectively at temperatures as low as 20 C while protecting the colour of your delicate garments Fabric conditioner The Miele fabric conditioner will give your laundry a fresh natural fragrance It makes garments soft to handle and prevents static build up during tumble drying 75 United Kingdom Miele Co Ltd Fairacres Marcham Road Abingdon Oxon OX14 1TW Tel 0845 365 0555 Fax 0845 365 0777 Customer Contact Centre Tel 0845 365 6600 E mail info miele co uk Internet www miele co uk Australia Miele Australia Pty Ltd ABN 96 005 635 398 1 Gilbert Park Drive Knoxfield VIC 3180 Tel 03 9764 7130 Fax 03 9764 7149 Internet www miele com au China Miele Shanghai Trading Ltd 1 3 Floor No 82 Shi Men Yi Road Jing an District 200040 Shanghai PRC Tel 86 21 6157 3500 Fax 86 21 6157 3511 E mail mieleshanghai cn miele com Internet www miele cn Miele Hong Kong Limited 41 F 4101 Manhattan Place 23 Wang Tai Road Kowloon Bay Hong Kong Tel 852 2610 1331 Fax 852 2610 1013 Email mielehk miele com hk India Miele India Pvt Ltd Ground Floor Copia Corporate Suites Plot No 9 Jasola New Delhi 110025 Tel 011 46 900 000 Fax 011 46 900 001 E mail customercare miele in Internet www miele in Manufacturer Germany Miele 8 Cie KG Carl Miele StraBe 29 33332 Gutersloh Ireland Miele
29. after cleaning Problem solving guide With the help of the following notes minor faults in the performance of the machine some of which may result from incorrect operation can be put right without contacting the Service Department Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work The programme does not start Problem Possible cause Remedy The display remains dark and the Start Stop button indicator light does not come on There is no power to the machine Check whether the mains plug is plugged in and switched on the fuse or circuit breaker has tripped The washing machine has turned itself off automatically to save energy Switch the machine back on again with the D button You are asked to enter a code Access via a code has been activated Enter the code and confirm the entry Deactivate the code if you do not wish this message to appear in the display the next time the machine is switched on The display is dark The display has switched off automatically to save energy Standby mode Press a button The machine will come out of standby mode 45 Problem solving guide
30. and drain pump as described in the next section higher than 55 C For safety reasons the drum door cannot be opened if the suds temperature is 50 Problem solving guide Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and or power failure m Switch the washing machine off There is a lever behind the detergent drawer fascia panel m Remove the lever m Use it to open the access flap Blocked drain outlet If the drain outlet is blocked up to 25 litres of water will be retained in the machine N Caution if laundry has been washed at a high temperature water draining out of the machine will still be hot Danger of scalding Procedure for draining the machine Be careful not to release too much water at once If the flow of water is too strong some water can seep into the washing machine base and activate the water protection system float switch This will prevent the washing machine from functioning m Place a suitable container under the access flap When draining water from the machine do not unscrew the drain filter completely or take it right out m Slowly and carefully unscrew the drain filter to let the water out If you need to interrupt the flow of water m lighten the drain filter back up again 51 Problem solving guide Once the flow of water ceases N Make sure the drain filter is securely tightened Otherwise there is a risk of
31. arments O Denim O Outerwear HygieneO OProofing SpinO OExpress 20 Separate rinse Starch O Door Eco feedback button See Eco feedback in Washing environmentally and economically for more details about this function 2 Extra option buttons Various Extra options can be added to the washing programmes Display See the following page for more information 4 Delay start button lt For delaying the start time of a programme 8 Temperature button OK For selecting a temperature Spin speed button gt For selecting the final spin speed or Rinse hola or No No spin lt OK gt These have a second function please see the following page FALTA d 2 PC Optical interface This is used by service technicians to run diagnostic checks on your machine and can also be used to update programming data in the future Start Stop button For starting the programme selected and cancelling a programme once it has started Programme selector For selecting a programme The indicator light next to the selected programme will come on The programme selector can be turned clockwise or anti clockwise 10 CD Button For switching the washing machine on and off To save energy the washing machine will switch itself off automatically 15 minutes after the end of the programme anti crease phase or after being switched on if no other selection is made Door button Opens t
32. ating Replacement fuses and fuse covers may be purchased from your local electrical supplier WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED Technical data Height Width Depth Depth with door open Height for building under Width for building under Depth for building under Weight Capacity Voltage Connected load Fuse rating Consumption data Water flow pressure minimum Water flow pressure maximum Inlet hose length Drain hose length Mains connection cable length Delivery head max Maximum drainage length LEDs Test certificates awarded Power consumption when switched off Power consumption when not switched off 850 mm 595 mm 615 mm 993 mm 820 mm 600 mm 600 mm 98 kg 8 kg dry laundry See data plate See data plate plug See data plate See Consumption data 100 kPa 1 bar 1000 kPa 10 bar 1 60m SON 1 60 m 1 00 m 5 00 m Class 1 See data plate 0 1 W 2 5W 65 Consumption data Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration Residual inkWh in litres moisture Cottons 90 C 8 0 kg 2 30 64 2h29min 50 60 C 8 0 kg 1 52 55 1 h 59 min 50 60 C 4 0 kg 1 18 47 1h59min 50 Eco 8 0kg 0 94 55 2h59min 44 Eco 40kg 0 94 47 2h59min 44 40 C 8 0 kg 0 96 72 2 h 29 min 44 40 C 40kg 0 83 47 2h29min 44 Eco 8 0 kg 0 80 55 2h59min 44 Eco 4 0kg 0 66 47 2h59min 44 Minimum iron
33. c fumes Such agents also pose a fire and explosion hazard P Do not use solvent based cleaning agents e g those containing benzine to clean the outside surfaces of this machine They can cause damage to plastic surfaces P Only use dyes specified by the manufacturer as being suitable for use in a domestic washing machine Always observe the manufacturer s instructions carefully P Colour run and dye removers contain sulphur compounds which can cause damage such as corrosion Do not use these products in this machine gt If detergent comes into contact with the eyes rinse them thoroughly with lukewarm water immediately If swallowed seek medical assistance immediately and retain the packaging or label for reference Those with skin problems or sensitive skin should avoid their skin coming into contact with detergent Warning and Safety instructions Accessories P Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by Miele If other parts are used guarantee performance and product liability claims will be invalidated Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions Operating the washing machine Control panel Eco feedback O amm Short O Stains DO Delay start Temperature Spin speed OK Further o extras C Setti ngs 1 OCottons Further programmes PO OMinimum iron ShirtsO Dark O Woollens tj g
34. count down minute by minute Once the delay start time has elapsed the programme will begin and the estimated programme duration will appear in the display Settings The Settings can be used to tailor machine to suit your personal preferences Operating the washing machine Optional programme packages You can have additional programme packages containing a number of individual programmes loaded into your machine These have to be downloaded by a Miele service engineer The following programme packages can be downloaded into your machine if they were not supplied with your machine ex works depending on model Eco Cottons Eco Cottons Eco plus Minimum iron Eco Home Curtains Down filled items Pillows Silks lingerie Home XL Bathrobes Curtains Down filled items Pillows Hygiene amp kids Kids quick wash Minimum iron hygiene Toy building blocks Medic First wash Minimum iron hygiene Nappies Pillows Nursery Baby towelling Baby Wear Kids sleeping bags Nappies Soft toys Sport amp leisure Bathrobes Sportswear Trainers The new programmes can then be selected by turning the programme selector to Further programmes ql Before using for the first time Before using the machine for the first time ensure that it is correctly installed and connected Also check that the d
35. d any laundry The drum must be empty for the maintenance programme 27 Programme chart Down duvets cold to 60 C Max load 2 5 kg 1 down duvet 2 20m x 2 00m Use for Down filled duvets Note Please observe the manufacturer s care label Delicates 55 55 6 Ga i Ba cold to 60 C Max load 2 5 kg Use for Delicate garments made from synthetic fibre mixed fibre rayon and easy care cotton Curtains including net curtains specified as machine washable by the manufacturer Notes Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with pre wash advisable Select No No spin for items which crease easily Automatic plus 0 30 20 e cold to 40 C Max load 5 0 kg Use for Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum iron programmes Sort according to colour Note The wash parameters e g water level wash rhythm and spin speed are adjusted automatically in this programme to ensure the best possible care and wash result for each item Shirts cold to 60 C Max load 2 0 kg Notes Pre treat collars and cuffs if necessary Wash silk shirts and blouses in the Delicates programme Dark garments Denim cold to 60 C Max load 3 0 kg Use for Black and dark garments made from cotton mixed fibre or denim Notes Wash inside out Denim often contains excess dye and may run during the first few washes Wash light and dar
36. e programme has finished In the anti crease phase after the programme has finished the following will appear alternately in the display 0 00 Anti crease and 0 00 Finish m Press the Door button to open the drum door The washing machine will switch off automatically 15 minutes after the end of the anti crease phase You will need to press the D button to switch it back on again m Remove the laundry Check that all items have been removed from the drum Items left in the drum could discolour other items in the next wash or become discoloured themselves m Check the folds in the door seal for any small articles e g buttons which might be lodged there m Switch the machine off with the D button m Close the drum door Otherwise there is the danger of objects being placed inadvertently in the drum If these remained unnoticed and were washed in the next load they could damage the laundry 23 Spinning Final spin speed Programme rpm Cottons 1600 Minimum iron 1200 Woollens Ww 1200 Outerwear 800 Proofing 1000 Express 20 1600 Maintenance prog Down duvets 1200 Delicates 600 Automatic plus 1200 Shirts 600 Dark garments Denim 1200 Hygiene 1600 Spin 1600 Separate rinse Starch 1200 You can reduce the final spin speed However you cannot select a final spin speed higher than that shown in the chart above Rinse and
37. e from slipping during the spin cycle Removing the transit bars m To remove the left and right covers 1 Pull on the attached stopper 2 then use a screwdriver to release the catch at the top Installation and connection m Using the spanner supplied turn the m Turn the right hand transit bar 90 left hand transit bar 90 then then m withdraw the transit bar m withdraw the transit bar 57 Installation and connection NTo avoid the risk of injury the holes for the transit bars must be covered after the transit bars have been removed m Secure the transit bars to the back of the washing machine Make sure that the top catch is located above the holder NThe machine must not be moved m Plug the holes with the plastic caps without the transit bars in place as illustrated Store them as shown or keep them in a safe place for future use They must be re fitted if the machine is to be moved again e g when moving house Re fitting the transit bars Re fitting is carried out by reversing the procedure 58 Installation and connection Levelling the machine The machine must stand perfectly level on all four feet to ensure safe and proper operation Incorrect installation may increase electricity and water consumption and may cause the machine to move about Screwing out and adjusting the feet The four adjustable screw feet are used to level the machine All four f
38. ed lt OK gt gt m Scroll through the list using the Delay start lt and Spin speed gt buttons m When the programme you want shows in the display confirm your selection by pressing the Temperature OK button O Select a temperature spin speed The suggested temperature and or spin speed can be changed 159 UM 1600 m Press the Temperature button to alter the temperature and press the Spin speed button to alter the spin speed O Select any Extra option s Short O gt Stains WO Further extras oO CA m Select any Extra options by pressing the appropriate button The relevant indicator light will come on to show which Extra option has been selected Not all Extra options are suitable for use with every programme You can only select Extra options which are compatible with the programme being used See Extra options for more information 21 How to wash correctly Select Delay start if required The start of a programme can be delayed from 15 minutes up to 24 hours allowing you to make use of night time economy electricity rates for example See Delay start for more information Add detergent It is important to dispense the correct amount because too little detergent results in Laundry not getting properly clean and with time it may become grey and hard to the touch Greasy particles clinging to the laundry
39. eet are screwed in when the machine is m Use a spirit level to check the delivered machine is standing level m Hold foot 1 securely with a pipe wrench Turn counternut 2 again using the spanner supplied until it sits firmly up against the housing NAI four counternuts must be firmly up against the housing Please also check this for the feet which did not need adjustment Otherwise there is the danger of the machine moving about m Using the spanner supplied turn counternut 2 in a clockwise direction Then turn counternut 2 together with foot 1 to unscrew 59 Installation and connection The fitting of building under kits and stacking kits must only be undertaken by qualified and competent persons in accordance with the instructions supplied with the kit Building under a continuous worktop in a kitchen run If you wish to push your machine under a worktop and there is space to do this without removing the lid the conversion kit is not necessary Otherwise the conversion kit is essential A special building under conversion kit is required To ensure electrical safety the washing machine lid must be replaced by the cover plate supplied with the conversion kit For installation under a work surface 900 910 mm from the floor a raising kit is required Connections for electricity water and drainage should be installed in such a way that they remain accessible when the machine is in
40. ent furniture or appliances gt Turn off the stopcock if the machine is to be left for any length of time e g holiday especially if there is no floor drain gully in the immediate vicinity P Flooding danger If hooking the drain hose into a wash basin check that the water can drain off quickly enough to prevent the sink from overflowing Make sure the drain hose is secure so that the force of the water flowing out of the hose does not dislodge it P Take care to ensure that foreign objects e g nails pins coins paper clips do not find their way into the machine with the laundry These may damage components of the machine e g suds container drum which in turn can result in damage to the laundry 10 Warning and Safety instructions gt If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed the machine should not need to be descaled If however you do wish to descale the machine only use proprietary non corrosive descaling agents and strictly observe the instructions on the packaging A special descaling agent is available to order from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet on www miele shop com P Textiles which have been pre treated in solvent based cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine P Do not use solvent based cleaning agents e g those containing benzine in this machine as this may result in damage to component parts and create toxi
41. g guide 0 0 esses 45 The programme does not start 2 a 9 ee 45 The following fault messages appear in the display and the programme stops 46 The following fault messages appear in the display 47 General problems 00 cect tte 48 An unsatisfactory wash result 49 The drum door does not open when you press the Door button 50 Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and or power failure xem erp ax eR R Y Y RESPRIB kei aue Fun donde i 51 Blocked drain outlets serei illii ees 51 After sales service 0 0 0 0 00000 es 53 Future Updates PO acis en excea ec ee aede Red o ed b D odios 53 CECI M p 53 Optional spare parts and accessories 53 Installation and connection 54 BIONEMIE WE rr 54 Reat VIEW Pr 55 Installation Surface EEE es as sen E er mn EA X a ded E E EOE 56 Transporting the washing machine to its installation site 56 Removing the transit Bars x doo A a T ARR e RATA ie dats 56 Re fitting the transit bars 2 eee eee 58 Contents Levelling the machine sus iy Sek dag a a dete RP atcha 59 Screwing out and adjusting the Teer 59 Building under a continuous worktop in a kitchen Un o 60 Washer and Dryer StaCk seces Re r eee eee 60 The Miele water protection system 0 2 6 0 0000 eee 61 Connection to the water supply s sasana aaaea 62 Connection to the drainage System 63 Electrical connection UK v is a Ma ded
42. he machine door Operating the washing machine Second function of the Delay start lt Temperature OK and Spin speed gt buttons Start Stop Delay start Temperature Spin speed OK These buttons have a second function when Further programmes Cy is selected and also in the Settings The second function is represented by symbols in the display The Delay start lt button scrolls through the list of options to the right or decreases values The Spin speed gt button scrolls through the list of options to the left or increases values The Temperature OK button confirms the programme selected the value set or opens the sub menu of the Setting selected 14 Programme duration After the start of a programme the estimated programme duration will appear in the display in hours and minutes When delay start is being used the programme duration will appear after the delay start time has elapsed During the first 8 minutes the washing machine measures how much water is being absorbed by the laundry and uses this to calculate the load The programme duration may be longer or shorter depending on this absorbency rate Delay start The delay start time selected will appear in the display After the machine has started the delay start time counts down If the delay start time is more than 10 hours it will count down by the hour If it is less than 9 hours and 59 minutes it will
43. iet If using your washing machine during quiet periods you can reduce the noise levels even more If the Extra quiet Extra option is selected the machine will activate the Rinse hold option and not spin The programme duration is longer To deactivate Rinse hold m Use the Spin button to select the spin speed you want By using Delay start you can make sure the final spin occurs outside quiet periods in the home 31 Extra options The following Extra options can be selected in addition to the programme DAS A Cottons Minimum iron Woollens handcare Ww Outerwear Proofing Express 20 Maintenance prog Down duvets Delicates Automatic plus Shirts Dark garments Denim Hygiene Spin Separate rinse Starch H 32 Garment care label symbols Washing Ironing The figure quoted in the bucket is the maximum temperature the garment can be washed at The number of bars under the symbol indicates the level of agitation permitted The number of dots indicates the ironing temperature A Hot iron max sole plate temp approx 200 C ZA Medium hot iron max sole plate temp approx 150 C ZA Cool iron max sole plate temp approx 110 C Do not steam iron garments carrying this symbol Do not iron
44. iliar with the content Pass them on to any future owner Correct application P This washing machine is not designed for commercial use It is intended for use in domestic households and in similar working and residential environments P The washing machine is not intended for outdoor use P It must only be used as a domestic appliance to wash items which are specified by the manufacturer as being washable on the care label Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation of the washing machine P The washing machine can only be used by people with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand the hazards involved Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children P Children 8 years and older may use clean or maintain the washing machine without supervision only if they have been shown how to do so in a safe way and understand the hazards involved P Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the machine unless they are constantly supervised gt The washing machine is not a toy To prevent the risk of injury do not allow children to play with it or near it or to play with the controls gt For machines with a porthole door remember
45. ime economy electricity rates for example Selecting delay start m Press the Delay start button The following will appear in the display 0 15 d RU 1600 m Each press on the Delay start button increases the start time in 15 minute steps up to 1 hour in 30 minute steps up to 10 hours in 1 hour steps from 10 hours upwards If you keep the Delay start button pressed in the time will continue to count up to 24 hours Activating delay start m Press the Start Stop button to activate delay start The following will appear inthe display 4 30 d until start After the delay start time has elapsed the washing programme will start and the estimated programme duration and the programme sequence will show in the display Altering delay start You can change the delay start time at any time by pressing the Delay start button Cancelling delay start before delay start has been activated m Press the Delay start button until 4 h is showing in the display Then press the Delay start button again briefly to cancel delay start If you cancel delay start after the Start Stop has been pressed the washing programme will start immediately 25 Programme chart Please refer to the separate booklet for information on programmes available as additional programme packages Cottons KIE G5 35 cold to 90 C Max load 8 0 kg Use for Cotton linen or cotton mix fabric e g table line
46. itioner or liquid starch to compartment amp Do not exceed the maximum level mark It will be dispensed automatically in the last rinse At the end of the programme a small amount of water remains in the fabric conditioner compartment amp If starching frequently thoroughly clean the dispenser compartment especially the siphon tube and fabric conditioner channel regularly See Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Do not use powder starch formulations or viscous liquid starch in the compartment as it will clog up Adding fabric conditioner or starch separately m Dispense in accordance with manufacturer s instructions on the packaging m Dispense liquids into the amp compartment and powder or viscous formulations into the LU compartment m Turn the programme selector to Separate rinse Starch m Select a spin speed m Press the Start Stop button Colour run and dye removers dyes m Do not use colour run or dye removers in this machine m Dyes suitable for use in domestic washing machines can be used However please note that the salt used in the dyeing process can cause corrosion to stainless steel components in the machine if you dye frequently Follow the manufacturer s instructions carefully 41 Cleaning and Care A range of Miele branded cleaning and conditioning products is available to order from Miele or the internet at www miele shop com Cleaning the drum Hygiene info
47. k coloured items separately Please note that the buckets represent garment care label symbols See Garment care label symbols 28 Programme chart Hygiene 30 C to 90 C Max load 7 0 kg Use for Cotton and linen fabric which have been in direct contact with the skin e g underwear nappies towelling bed linen pillow and mattress covers or where high standards of hygiene are required Notes For optimum hygiene results select a temperature of 60 C or above Observe the manufacturer s care label Spin Notes To drain only Select No No spin Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed Separate rinse Starch Max load 7 0 kg Use for Rinsing hand washed items Starching table cloths serviettes and workwear Notes Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily tems for starching should be freshly laundered but not treated with fabric conditioner You can achieve a particularly good rinse result with two rinses by activating the Water plus extra option For this the Extra rinse option of the Water plus Setting must be activated see Settings at the end of this booklet 29 Extra options Extra options are selected or deselected by pressing the appropriate button and via the display Short O qua Stains MO qua Further extras Jo Qm m Press the Short button or the Stains T button and or the
48. k for testing purposes and for updating the machine s programme data Guarantee For information on the appliance guarantee specific to your country please contact Miele See back cover for contact details In the U K your appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of purchase However you must activate your cover by calling 0845 365 6640 or registering online at www miele co uk Optional spare parts and accessories Optional spare parts and accessories for this washing machine are available from your Miele Dealer the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet at www miele shop com Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes 53 Installation and connection Front view ZS rS SS m 6 Inlet hose tested to withstand Detergent dispenser drawer pressure of at least 7 000 kPa GyDrum door E eo supply sable 40 Access to drain filter drain pump Flexible drain hose with and emergency release delachableswivel elbow 4 Handle recesses for moving the Control panel machine 42 Four height adjustable feet 54 Installation and connection Rear view 7 N D Protruding lid for holding when 8 Transport clip for inlet and drain moving the machine hoses 2 Electricity supply cable Safety cap for transit bars 8 Inlet hose tested to withstand Transport clip for inlet and drain
49. le approved service technician gt If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger gt The machine must be isolated from the electricity supply in the event of a fault and during installation maintenance and repair work P This washing machine must only be connected to the on site water supply using a new hose kit Old hoses must not be re used P In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin pay particular attention to keeping the machine and its surroundings in a clean condition at all times Any damage which may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the guarantee P This machine must not be used in a non stationary location e g on a ship P Do not make any alterations to the washing machine unless authorised to do so by Miele Warning and Safety instructions Correct use P Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur Frozen hoses may burst or split The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point P Before using the washing machine for the first time check that the transit bars at the rear of the machine have been removed see section on Installation and connection During spinning a transit bar which is still in place may result in damage to both the machine and adjac
50. led areas can be pre treated with liquid detergent stain removers etc first following the manufacturer s instructions With particularly stubborn stains ask your dry cleaner for advice ZN If you use a solvent based cleaning agent e g one containing benzene to pre treat a stain make sure that any plastic parts e g buttons are protected and that the cleaning agent is rinsed off before washing the garment in the machine N Do not use solvent based cleaning agents in or on this machine m Sort the laundry by colour and by care label Most garments have a textile care label in the collar or side seam Dark textiles often contain excess dye and should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load Always wash whites and coloureds separately Curtains Remove lead weights first or place in a laundry bag Underwiring and collar stiffeners Any loose wiring in bras shirt collar stiffeners etc should be removed or sewn in Knitted garments trousers and jeans T shirts and sweat shirts Turn inside out if recommended by the manufacturer Close any zips fasten hooks and eyes etc before washing Fasten duvet covers etc to prevent small items from being rolled up inside them Do not wash any items in this machine which are specified by the manufacturer as not washable on the care label SSX symbol 19 How to wash correctly O Switch on the washing machine
51. ll energy You can increase the amount of and water consumption water used in the wash programmes Energy There are four different options This gives the sum total of all energy consumption Water This gives the sum total of all water consumption Reset function This resets the total consumption data figure back to zero Off The machine is delivered with this option selected The water level is not increased Water The water level is increased in the wash and rinse stages Extra rinse An extra rinse is introduced Water amp Extra rinse The water intake is increased in the wash and rinse stages and an extra rinse is carried out Soak The soak time can be set between 30 minutes and 2 hours 30 minutes The washing machine is delivered with a two hour soak time set as standard 69 Settings Gentle action Code Activating Gentle action reduces the drum action and is suitable for washing slightly soiled items more gently It should be activated for garments with a single bar under the bucket in the care label and for articles which feel too hard after they have been dried Gentle action can be activated for the Cottons and the Minimum iron programmes The machine is delivered with this option deactivated Suds cooling When this is activated additional water flows into the drum at the end of the main wash to cool the suds down Hot suds can damage pla
52. mum iron x X x Woollens Dd E X E X Outerwear i i x X Proofing X z Express 20 X X X Maintenance X x programme Delicates x x x X Down duvets X X x Automatic plus X X X Shirts X X X Dark garments X X X X Denim Hygiene X X Separate rinse X X Starch Liquid detergent For programmes with a pre wash you will need to purchase a special container from the Miele Spare Parts Department which sits in the main wash compartment WY Add liquid detergent to this container for the main wash and to compartment LU for the pre wash 2 Use powder detergent Specialist detergent Detergent designed specifically for the wash programme or type of fabric Only use proofing agents containing fluorochemical compounds which are stated by the manufacturer as being suitable for use on membrane textiles Do not use proofing agents which contain paraffin Add proofing agents to compartment amp 39 Detergent The right amount to dispense will depend on the following The quantity of laundry The soiling level of the laundry Lightly soiled No visible dirt or stains Possibly slight body odour Normally soiled Visibly dirty and or just a few slight stains Heavily soiled Visible dirt and stains and or dried on soiling The water hardness level Check with your local water supplier if you do not know
53. n towelling underwear T shirts etc Note The 60 40 C programmes differ from the Eco Eco programmes as follows Shorter programme duration Longer temperature holding times Higher energy consumption Where particularly high levels of hygiene are required please select a temperature of 60 C or higher Cottons Eco9 Eco Max load 8 0 kg Use for Normally soiled cotton garments Notes These settings are the most efficient in terms of energy and water consumption for washing cottons With Eco the actual wash temperature reached will be lower than 60 C although the wash performance is the same as with the standard Cottons 60 C programme Note for test institutes The test programme conforms to EN 60456 and the energy label with Directive 1061 2010 Minimum iron cold to 60 C Max load 3 5 kg Ces o Ge E Ve Ce Lao E Use for Synthetic mixed fibre and easy care cotton If fabrics have a high proportion of man made fibres it is advisable to programme the machine for Gentle action Note Reduce the spin speed for fabric which creases easily Woollens Wwe 35 cold to 40 C Max load 2 0 kg Use for Machine washable or hand washable wool or wool blend fabrics If the care label does not specify a temperature wash using the cold setting Note Reduce the spin speed for items which crease easily 26 Programme chart
54. ore you begin ensure that The washing machine is switched on The machine door is closed properly m Press the Delay start lt and Spin speed gt buttons at the same time until Language b appears in the display You are now in Settings To select a Setting m Press the Spin speed gt or Delay start lt button until the Setting you want appears in the display Use the Delay start lt button to scroll through the list of options to the left Use the Spin speed gt button to scroll through the list of options to the right m Press the Temperature OK button to confirm your selection 68 To alter a Setting m You can see the different options available for a Setting by pressing the Spin speed gt button The option which is currently set will have a tick Y beside it m When the option you want appears in the display press the Temperature OK button to activate this option To come out of Settings m Press the Spin speed gt or Delay start lt button repeatedly until Back appears in the display m Press the Temperature OK button Language F The display can be set to appear in one of several different languages The flag after the word Language acts as a guide to prevent a language which will not be understood from being set The language selected is saved to memory Settings Total usage Water plus This gives the sum total of a
55. place Fitting instructions are supplied with the conversion kit All parts marked are available from your Dealer the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet at www miele shop com 60 Washer and Dryer stack A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked with the washing machine A WTV stacking kit is necessary Please note a Safety distance to wall at least 2 cm b Height Stacking kit with pull out shelf approx 169 cm Stacking kit without pull out shelf approx 170 cm Installation and connection The Miele water protection system The Miele water protection system protects the washing machine from water damage The system consists of three main components 1 the inlet hose 2 the electronic unit and the washing machine housing 3 the drain hose 1 Inlet hose The inlet hose is tested to withstand pressure of more than 7 000 kPa 2 Electronic unit and washing machine housing Sump Any leaking water is collected in a sump in the base of the machine A float switches off the safety valves preventing any more water flowing into the machine and water in the suds container is pumped away Overflow protection This prevents the washing machine taking in too much water If the water level exceeds a certain level the drain pump switches in and pumps the excess water away 3 Drain hose The drain hose is protected by
56. r these and many other useful products via the internet at www miele shop com All the products can also be ordered via the Miele Customer Contact Centre see back cover for contact details CareCollection Miele specialist detergents Outdoor wear This specialist detergent will clean your water repellent outerwear with care Sportswear The Miele Sportswear detergent is designed to clean sportswear and remove odours whilst taking care of the special microfibres used in these garments Down Items This special purpose detergent contains a mild tenside and has been specially formulated to keep down filled items supple and to give them bounce Miele proofing agent This special finishing agent reproofs garments against wind and water and provides a dirt repellent finish whilst retaining elasticity and breathability 73 Optional accessories UltraWhite detergent This multi purpose powder detergent has excellent stain removal properties and is suitable for white and light coloured laundry as well as heavily soiled coloured items UltraColor detergent for coloured garments This liquid detergent is particularly suitable for cleaning coloured and dark garments The special formulation offers effective stain removal even at low temperatures while helping to prevent colours fading 74 Liquid detergent For Delicates This liquid detergent is ideal for the gentle treatment of delicate f
57. rain filter is securely tightened to prevent the risk of leaks during use See Installation and connection This washing machine has undergone a complete functional test at the factory and there will be some residual water in the drum from this process For safety reasons spinning is not possible until the machine has been prepared for using for the first time To activate the spinning function you must run a wash programme without laundry and without detergent Using detergent could result in an excessive build up of foam This also activates the ball valve The ball valve prevents detergent escaping from the suds container into the sump during a wash programme thus making maximum use of the detergent m Press the D button If the washing machine is being switched on for the first time the welcome screen will appear The welcome screen will appear in the display every time the washing machine is switched on until a programme lasting longer than 1 hour has been completed 16 Setting the language You will be asked to select the language you require for the display It is possible to change the language at any time via the Settings m f the language shown is not the one you want select the language you do want by turning the programme selector Confirm your selection by pressing the Start Stop button Reminder to remove transport bars To avoid the risk of damage the transport bars m
58. s been activated an audible tone sounds at the end of a programme or when Rinse hold is reached There are two volumes Off The machine is delivered with this option selected The buzzer is switched off Normal The buzzer sounds at normal volume at the end of a programme or when Rinse hold is reached Loud The buzzer sounds at maximum volume Loud at the end of a programme or when Rinse hold is reached Keypad tone An audible tone sounds each time a button is pressed The machine is delivered with the keypad tone deactivated Brightness There are ten different display brightness settings The bar chart shows you the setting The washing machine is delivered with the display brightness on setting 5 The brightness will change as soon as a different setting is chosen 71 Settings Standby display Memory To save energy the display goes out and the indicator light for the Start Stop button will start flashing slowly The display will always go out if a programme is not selected within 10 minutes of the machine being switched on 10 minutes after the end of a programme Pressing one of the buttons switches the display back on again You can also choose whether you want the display to go out 10 minutes after a programme has started or to remain visible throughout the programme On The standby function is switched on When this option is selected
59. sh Detergent Do not exceed the amounts of detergent recommended by the manufacturer on the packaging Adjust the dosage to the degree of soiling of the laundry Reduce the amount of detergent with smaller loads approx less than the amount recommended can be used when washing a half load Choosing the correct Extra option Short Pre wash and Soak Select A wash programme together with the Short extra option for light soilin where there are no obvious marks A wash programme without any extra options for normal to heavy soiling with visible staining A wash programme together with the Soak extra option for very heavily soiled laundry The Pre wash extra option for laundry with large amounts of dirt e g dust sand When drying with a tumble dryer Selecting the highest possible spin speed for the wash programme will save energy when drying in a tumble dryer afterwards Washing environmentally and economically Eco feedback The Eco feedback button is used for calling up information about the machine s energy and water consumption The Eco feedback button must be held in to display this information Pressing the Eco feedback button gives two different types of information Before and during the programme an estimate is shown At the end of the programme it shows actual water and energy consumption 1 Estimate Eco feedback O a Short O m Stains U O
60. stic drainage pipes Suds cooling takes place when temperatures of 90 C and 75 C are selected Suds cooling should be activated to prevent the danger of scalding if the drain hose is hooked over the edge of a sink or basin where the drainage pipes do not comply with DIN 1986 The machine is delivered with this option deactivated 70 The code prevents the washing machine being used without your knowledge To activate the code m Select activate and confirm this by pressing the Temperature OK button You will be prompted to enter a code The code is 125 and cannot be altered m Press the Spin speed gt button until the first number appears in the display m Confirm your selection of the number by pressing the Temperature OK button m Repeat the process until all three numbers have been entered m Press the Temperature OK button To use the washing machine when the code is activated When the washing machine is switched on again the display will request the code m Enter code 125 as described above and confirm the entry The washing machine is now unlocked and ready for use To deactivate the code Proceed as for activating the code Settings Temperature unit You can choose for the temperature to be displayed in C Celsius or F Fahrenheit The machine is delivered with C Celsius as the default setting Buzzer When the buzzer function ha
61. t as optional extras Installation and connection Connection to the drainage system The machine drains via a drain pump with a delivery head of 1 metre The drain hose must not be kinked as this restricts drainage The swivel elbow at the end of the hose can be turned in either direction or can be detached if required with a sharp twist and pull If required the drain hose can be extended to a length of 5 m The necessary parts can purchased from the Miele Spare Parts Department or your Miele dealer For a delivery head of more than 1m up to a max of 1 8 m a replacement drain pump will need to be fitted Please contact the Miele Spare Parts Department or your Miele Dealer Drain hose connection 1 Direct into a sink or basin Please note the following Hook the hose over the edge and secure Make sure that the water can drain away freely without hindrance Otherwise there is a risk of water overflowing or of some of the drained water being sucked back into the machine 2 Connected securely to a plastic drain pipe with a rubber nipple There is no need to use a non return valve 3 Connected securely to a standpipe 4 Connected securely to a floor gully Please note Adapter 2 Nut 8 Hose clip 4 End of the hose m Fit adapter to the sink drain outlet using nut m Attach the end of the hose to adapter m Use a screwdriver to tighten hose clip
62. that the porthole glass will be hot when washing at high temperatures Do not let children touch it Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety P Before setting up the washing machine check it for any externally visible damage Do not install or use a damaged washing machine gt Before connecting the washing machine ensure that the connection data on the data plate voltage and frequency match the mains electricity supply If in any doubt consult a qualified electrician P The electrical safety of this washing machine can only be guaranteed when correctly earthed It is most important that this basic safety requirement is observed and regularly tested and where there is any doubt the household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system e g electric shock P Do not connect the washing machine to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the machine e g danger of overheating P Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the machine be guaranteed Warning and Safety instructions P Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user for which Miele cannot accept liability Repairs should only be undertaken by a Mie
63. ust be removed before the machine is used for the first time See Installation and connection for instructions on how to do this m After removing the transport bars if this has not already been done by your fitter press the Start Stop button Running your first programme Cottons 60 C will be selected automatically Run this programme without any laundry and without detergent m Open the stopcock m Press the Start Stop button m At the end of the programme switch the machine off The washing machine is now ready for use Washing environmentally and economically Energy and water consumption Water consumption and energy usage are determined by the size of the load To make the most out of your machine load the maximum dry load for the programme you are using When smaller amounts of laundry are washed the automatic load recognition system will reduce the amount of water time and energy used This may mean that the time left shown in the display is adjusted during the course of the wash programme Use the Express 20 programme for small loads Modern detergents make it possible to wash at lower temperatures e g 20 C Washing using lower temperature settings will save energy To maintain the hygiene of the washing machine carry out a hot wash 60 C or above using powder detergent at regular intervals The Hygiene Info message will appear in the display to remind you to carry out a hot wa
64. water leakage during use To avoid loss of detergent pour approx 2 litres of water into the detergent dispenser drawer after cleaning the drain filter Excess water will be pumped out automatically before the next wash programme Opening the drum door m Remove the drain filter completely N Always make sure that the drum is stationary before reaching into the machine to remove laundry Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous m Clean it thoroughly m Remove any foreign objects e g buttons coins etc and fluff from the filter housing Turn the impeller by Any foreign object causing an downwards see illustration The obstruction should be removed drum door will open m Put the drain filter back in place and secure 52 After sales service In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself please contact your Miele Dealer or Miele see back cover for contact details When contacting your Dealer or Miele please quote the model and serial number of your machine both of which are shown on the data plate visible above the porthole glass when the door is open N B A call out charge will be applied for service visits where the problem could have been resolved as described in these instructions Future updates PC The indicator light marked PC is the interface used by Miele service technicians during servicing wor

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