Miele W 1113 Washer/Dryer User Manual
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1. m Remove the tool m To open the door pull down on the ring in the upper right corner of the access area m Open the lint trap door m Drain the water from the washer as described in Washer care Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap 35 Technical Service Repairs In the event of a fault which you cannot fix yourself please contact the service number on the back of this manual When contacting the Technical Service Department please quote the model and serial number of your appliance Both can be found on the data plate visible above the front glass on the inside of the door PC Update The indicator marked PC allows a technician to make use of new technology When for example new programs are developed or new fabrics are introduced a service technician will be able to modify existing program cycles accordingly Miele will provide information when such possibilities become available Optional accessories Optional accessories are available through your Miele dealer or Miele 36 MieleCare USA only MieleCare our Extended Service Contract program gives you the assurance of knowing that your appliance investment is covered by 5 years of worry free ownership MieleCare is the only Extended Service Contract in the industry that guarantees repairs by a Miele Authorized Service Provider using genuine Miele parts Only genuine Miele parts installed by factory trained pro2. TOUCHTRONIC CH Operating instructions Washer W 1113 To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions be tallation or u M Nr 05 874 941 i fore installa Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 0 0005 4 Guide to the washer 0 0 00 00 5 Control panels ssa dew teknd ea pe Paved cate awash Sud heen oak ahead 5 Before using for the first time 0 000 0 a 6 Using the washer uuaa ee 7 1 Prepare and sort the laUndi y sess ei eee ret irtis ee 7 2 Load the laundiy 2 5 8 oe e serian eie enai bo i E 8 3 Selecta progas eteco ni Ee nd a a e e ae oes 8 Program guide an risdepererre tip nne eea oie at EEEE EnA Ra 9 4 Select wash options if needed 0 eee 11 5 Select the temperature and spin speed 2 0000 cee eee 12 6 Add Getengenl a tac cgi ing a oa eae e po TEE kra dae Shad Vesa ead ee sd 14 Detergent esris ienne ele heh A es BRE OE REIS OOK Bae da 15 Water SOMME sso a ta ite aaah E aad aati eats ie ee hed bier etn at 16 FabnGSOnenels EEE oes eth a ee bk ded Bde ee ae es 17 Stal Chee ne bbe eet eta e et a dora ee tis deter bs bade 18 FADING OVS egene ath oS e teed deh k fod Doce eb deceit eas 18 Using the washer uuaa eee 19 7 Select Delay Start if needed 2 nee 19 8 Stall the PrOGlaM ech a ve devuy eas Sete et Saewhude hayes ed bee ee he 19 9 Activate the program lock if necessary 0 eee 19 10 Remove t
3. 00 0 0 keene 36 Installation instructions 00 0000 ee 37 Help protect ourenvironment 0 000 002 eee eee 38 Installation 0 6 eee 39 FONE VIEW 55 d04 ceed Hs RehGe reba hehe ed nie a eng Sa ehee i Bac 39 BACK VIEW aet 16 3 Doth e oe bebe bee oii ae debt Doct ee ddd tatty 40 INStallaviOn SItes ss aegagi eee ee Pea ee Ea dala Aa ge Berea a ded Seed 41 Astalan lt a ia nek eaaa E aT eed Hdl Hea AA AEE Meath i e aeng 42 Remove ihe SHIPPING SUS s seo cr qo ah atid beta Padi ER AA die eats 42 Installing the shipping struts sio ca kk ee 44 Level the washer 0 0 000 20 eee eee 45 Installation beneath a counter ee 46 Washer stand with drawer 0 eee ee 46 Washer Dryer Slack s 4 ca sour deat ARG ate ee ae eee a ee ee 47 PIUMBING pridera eei Be ete PE hee eee Bee Pag eee ee bie aed 48 Water CONDECION i c600 bead dhbuebieadhetagtegedbedetbeddebeue bees 49 Danag 4 3 cei ene wines Beet Aan Oh ee en Ae ee a are eee een i 50 Electrical connection 0 0 0 00 22 51 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS N WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons while using your appliance follow basic safety precautions including the following Read all instructions before using the appliance GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing
4. Frequently asked questions J Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in accordance with local and national safety regulations Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for unauthorized work The following section will help you avoid placing a service call by identifying issues you may encounter while operating the machine A wash program cannot be started issue Possiblecause Solution The display stays The washer has no Check to determine if blank and no indicator power the washer is plugged in illuminates the circuit breaker has been tripped The Child Lock The electronic lock Deactivate the lock function indicator flashes function is activated The program will not The door is not Close the drum door start after pressing the properly closed Start Stop G button 30 Frequently asked questions The program was interrupted and a fault message appears Issue Possible cause Solution The buzzer sounds and the Drain indicator flashes _ appears in the display The drain is blocked Clean the drain pump and lint trap See Washer care Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap The drain hose is too high The maximum drain pump height should not exceed 4 ft 1 2 m The buzzer sounds and the Intake indicator
5. Take care to insert the drill holes correctly into the clamps NDo not move the washer without the shipping struts in place 44 Installation Level the washer To ensure smooth operation the washer must be level Failure to level the machine can result in increased water and energy consumption loud noises during the spin cycle or walking across the floor during use Adjust the four leveling feet The washer is leveled by adjusting the four feet m Tip the machine slightly and place a support such as a block of wood underneath it m Unscrew each of the four feet as much as necessary by turning both the foot 1 as well as the locking ring 2 to the left using a screwdriver N CAUTION The washer is extremely heavy When tipping the machine be careful that it does not slip m Turn the locking ring 2 counterclockwise with the enclosed combination wrench Unscrew each of the four feet as much as necessary by turning both the foot 1 as well as the locking ring 2 to the left m Check that the machine stands level m Once level hold the foot 1 steady with a wrench Turn the locking ring 2 with the combination wrench towards the machine NAI four locking rings must be tight against the bottom of the machine In addition check to see that the feet were not inadvertently unscrewed while tightening the rings Running a machine that is not level or whose feet a
6. flashes _ appears in the display The water intake is blocked Check to determine if the water valve is open the inlet hose is kinked The inlet hose filter is dirty Clean the filter under running water and carefully remove any large particles The buzzer sounds and the Intake and Drain indicators flash _ appears in the display There is a fault Call the Miele Service Department The buzzer sounds and the Soak and Rinse indicators flash appears in the display There is a fault Restart the program If the fault message appears again call Miele s Technical Service Department To turn off the fault message Turn off the washer using the On Off button 31 Frequently asked questions General issues with the washer Issue Possible cause Solution The Oversudsing indicator lights The machine has over sudsed Use less detergent in the next wash program The Main wash indicator flashes There is a fault Restart the program If the fault message appears again call Miele s Technical Service Department The washer shakes during the spin cycle The washer s four feet are not resting evenly on the floor Level the machine see Installation Instructions There are unusual sounds coming from the drain pump There is no fault Lapping sounds at the beginning and end
7. Extended O Heavy Soil O Soak fa Sensitive m Press the upper button until the indicator of the desired wash option lights m Press the lower button to select the Sensitive wash option Quick Guide 5 Select the temperature and spin speed TEMP a Sanitize Very Hot Hot Very Warm Slow Hold Warm Cold J No Heat No Spin U m Press the TEMP and SPIN buttons until the indicator of the desired value lights 6 Add detergent m Place the recommended amount of detergent into the main wash compartment UW If Heavy Soil is selected add of the total amount of detergent to the LU compartment Place fabric softener or liquid starch in compartment amp 7 Select Delay Start if needed Delay O Start m Press the Delay Start button 8 Start the program Start O Stop m Press the Start Stop G button 9 Activate the program lock if necessary Start O Stop m Hold the Start Stop G button until the Child Lock indicator lights up 10 Unload the laundry m Open the drum door using the Door button m Remove the laundry m Turn off the washer using the On Off button m Close the drum door Quick Guide Program guide Normal Woolens Options Options Sensitive Extended Heavy Soil Soak Sensitive Temperatures Temperatures Warm k Cold B No Heat CJ Ho
8. Replace the filter seal and reconnect the hose m Slowly turn on the valve and check for leaks 28 Inspect the hose regularly The hose must be in good condition to withstand high water pressure The hose should be replaced if there are cracks in the surface or if it has been otherwise damaged or cut Cleaning the filter in the inlet valve mw Using a wrench carefully loosen and remove the plastic hose connector on the inlet valve m Using needle nose pliers remove the plastic filter see illustration Rinse under water and return parts Both filters must be put back in place after cleaning Washer care Changing the light bulb A burnt out light bulb will not affect the performance of the washer m Remove the tool from behind the detergent dispenser drawer m Turn the washer on and open the door m Disconnect the power supply to the work area by unplugging the unit tripping the circuit breaker or removing the fuse m Insert the tool into the slit of the light bulb then turn counterclockwise until resistance is felt m Pull out the drum lighting A replacement bulb can be obtained by contacting Miele m Insert the new light bulb into the socket Shift it back and forth until the bulb falls into place then turn clockwise with the tool A fault will appear and the washer will not function if the light bulb is not inserted correctly If this occurs reinsert the light bulb 29
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10. of the pump process are normal A large amount of detergent residue remains in the dispenser drawer The water pressure is too low Clean the water intake hose filter under running water and carefully remove any large particles Select the Sensitive button The fabric softener is not completely dispensed or too much water remains in the fabric softener compartment amp The siphon tube is incorrectly positioned or clogged Clean the siphon tube see Cleaning and care Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer 32 Frequently asked questions Poor wash results Issue Possible cause Solution The wash does not come clean with liquid detergent Liquid detergents do not contain bleaching agents Fruit coffee and tea stains cannot be effectively removed Use powdered bleach Do not put liquid detergent and stain remover together in the same wash compartment Laundry has a gray sticky residue An inadequate amount of detergent was used to dissolve greasy deposits in heavily soiled laundry e g grease oils or lotion stains Add more detergent to the laundry or use a liquid detergent Run a Normal Hot program with liquid detergent to clean the washer before using it for laundry again There is white detergent residue on dark laundry The detergent was not completely dissolved because of hard water After dry
11. the main drain hose is clogged water will be retained in the machine a maximum amount of 6 5 gal 25 IJ N Caution If laundry has been washed at a high temperature the water draining out of the machine will still be hot Allow it to cool before proceeding m Turn the lint trap lid counterclockwise Do not remove it About 2 quarts of water will drain out of the hose If additional water remains in the machine tighten the lint trap lid and empty the container Repeat this procedure as often as necessary Quick Guide Remove this guide for easy reference Please read all instructions especially the Important Safety Instructions before using the washer Quick Guide 1 Sort the laundry m Empty all pockets m Sort the laundry by fabric and color m Pretreat stains 2 Load the laundry m Turn on the washer using the On Off button Do m Open the drum door by using the Door button m Load the laundry m Close the drum door Make sure clothes will not be caught by the door 3 Select a program PROGRAMS O Normal O Woolens Y O Wrinkle free O Silk 4 O Handwash w O Extra White Sturdy O Sanitize O Delicates O Custom v A m Select the desired program Refer to the Program guide to determine which program is most suitable for the load being washed 4 Select wash options if needed OPTIONS O
12. 6 m long 4 wire cord ending in a NEMA 14 30 P plug ready for connection to a 120 208 240 V 15 A 60 Hz AC power supply The proper outlet can be purchased from an electrical supply dealer or from Miele request a NEMA 14 30 R receptacle EASY INSTALLATION KIT If a dedicated 4 wire 120 208 240 V 15 Amp line is not available for this appliance an optional Easy Installation Kit will allow you to connect to a 240 V 30 Amp line This dual receptacle wall mounted connection box can ONLY be used for connecting a Miele clothes washer and a Miele clothes dryer to an existing 30 Amp outlet 057B for on site outlet NEMA 10 30 R O60B for on site outlet NEMA 14 30 R For more information on the Easy Installation Kit or if you have questions concerning the electrical connection please contact Miele s Technical Service 51 When contacting the Technical Service please quote the model and serial number of your appliance Miele Inc National Headquarters 9 Independence Way Princeton NJ 08540 Phone 800 843 7231 609 419 9898 Fax 609 419 4298 www miele com Technical Service amp Support Nationwide Phone 800 999 1360 Fax 888 586 8056 Miele Limited Headquarters and Showroom 161 Four Valley Drive Vaughan ON L4K 4V8 Phone 800 643 5381 905 660 9936 Fax 905 532 2290 www miele ca info miele ca general enquiries professional miele ca commercial enquiries MieleCare National
13. Close the drum door To prevent damage to the door seal and clothing make sure that there is nothing caught between the drum door and the seal 3 Select a program PROGRAMS O Normal O Woolens 4 O Wrinkle free O Silk ww O Sanitize O Handwash w O Extra White Sturdy O Delicates O Custom v A m Press the PROGRAMS button Y or A until the desired program indicator lights Using the washer Program guide lace or crocheted non wool items Temperatures Fabric Spin Laundry care speed symbol Normal Options Extended Heavy Soil Soak Sensitive Hot Max For a rapid wash of colorfast items and Very Warm High mixed loads made from cottons and linen e g jeans t shirts underwear Warm socks Cold No Heat g a Wrinkle free Options Extended Heavy Soil Soak Sensitive Hot Med For cotton blends polyester blends Very Warm and synthetics e g acrylic nylon ramie Fabric softener can be Warm dispensed in the final rinse of these Cold programs to reduce static cling No Heat g a Sanitize Options Extended Heavy Soil Soak Sensitive Sanitize Max For white items with special hygienic Very Hot High demands e g baby clothing underwear towels Extra White Options Extended Heavy Soil Soak Sanitize Max For white items without special Very Hot High hygienic demands Hot Delicates Options Extended Heavy Soil Soak War
14. Shows the current cycle of the wash program Buzzer button Fault indicators Delay Start button For delaying the start of a program Start Stop button G Begins the wash program or interrupts a program 4 On Off button Turns the machine on and off Door button Opens the drum door 43 Display hr min Shows the delayed start time and the countdown to the end of the program Before using for the first time The appliance must be correctly installed and connected before the first use Please see the Installation instructions For safety reasons it is not possible to run a spin cycle before the first use A program must be run without laundry and detergent to flush out any residual water from the factory testing process as well as to activate the spin cycle Using detergent can cause sudsing and ball valve activation resulting in the need to use the maximum amount of detergent in the future m Turn on the water valve m Press the On Off button m Select the Extra White program with the program buttons m Press the Start Stop G button Once the program ends the washer can be used for laundry Using the washer 1 Prepare and sort the laundry m Empty all pockets N Foreign objects left in pockets e g nails coins paper clips etc can cause damage to clothes and the machine m Sort the laundry Only wash items in the machine that are l
15. a path of least resistance for electric current This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor may result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned washed soaked or spotted with gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable substances These articles give off vapors that could ignite or explode Do not add these items to the wash load Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water system has not been used for such a period turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes before using the washing machine This will release any built up hydrogen gas Do not smoke or use an open flame during th
16. abeled machine washable by the manufacturer Most garments have a fabric care label in the collar or side seam Sort the laundry by care label and color m Pretreat stains Tough stains e g blood egg coffee tea etc or badly soiled areas e g collars and cuffs should be penetrated with a stain remover or a paste made from powdered detergent and warm water Do not use chemical solvents in the machine General tips Dark fabrics often bleed the first few times they are washed They should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load Remove any lead weights or strips from curtains before washing Loose underwires should be removed or sewn in place before washing Woolens and knitted garments should be turned inside out Close zippers and hooks and eyes before washing Comforter covers and pillowcases should be fastened in order to prevent small items from rolling inside of them Do not machine wash items if it is not recommended on the fabric care label Using the washer 2 Load the laundry m Turn on the washer using the On Off button m Open the drum door using the Door button m Load the laundry into the drum For best results wash mixed loads of small and large items This will improve washing effectiveness and help distribute the load evenly Note Overloading the washer will cause poor wash results and wrinkling m
17. ater softener You can then use the recommended amount of detergent for water hardness level I Detergent Fabric softener Never mix fabric softener and starch together in the fabric softener compartment amp This will clog the dispenser Fabric softener added to the wash program will make fabrics feel softer and will reduce static cling in the dryer m Open the lid of the fabric softener compartment amp m Pour liquid fabric softener into the compartment according to the manufacturer s instructions Do not exceed the maximum fill level marked inside the compartment as the excess will prematurely activate the siphon and be wasted m Close the compartment lid and push in the dispenser drawer The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed during the final rinse cycle A small amount of water will remain in the compartment at the end of the program Detergent Starch Fabric dye Mild liquid starch is a synthetic starch wash used to give fabrics some stiffness Starching can be included in any wash program as part of the final rinse Do not use fabric dyes in this washer m Open the fabric softener compartment amp m Add the recommended amount of starch to the compartment Do not exceed the maximum fill level m Close the compartment lid and push in the dispenser drawer m The starch will be dispensed during the final rinse At the end of the program a small amount of water
18. er if the drum is turning You may seriously injure yourself If the drum turns with the door open contact Miele s Technical Service Department m Remove the laundry 20 m Check the folds of the door seal for any small articles which may have been trapped Check the drum for any missed pieces of laundry Items inadvertently left in the washer may be damaged e g shrink or discolor during the next wash cycle m Turn the washer off using the On Off button m Close the drum door Using the washer Canceling a program You can cancel a wash program any time after a program starts m Press the Start Stop G button The washer drains the wash water away and the program is canceled To add or remove laundry m Press the Door button To select another program m Turn off the washer using the On Off button m Turn on the washer using the On Off button Interrupting a program m Turn off the washer using the On Off button To continue the program m Turn on the washer using the On Off button Making changes to the program A program change is not possible once a program has started To select a different program the started program must be canceled The buzzer can be turned on or off Aspin speed can be selected until the final spin starts No changes can be made if the program lock is activated 21 Using the washer Adding removing lau
19. fessionals can guarantee the safety reliability and longevity of your Miele appliance Please note that unless expressly approved in writing by the Miele Service department Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele Our goal is to prevent unauthorized and untrained service personnel from working on your Miele products possibly doing further damage to them you and or your home To learn more about MieleCare Extended Service Contracts please contact your appliance dealer or visit us online at www store miele com set Installation Instructions To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use Help protect our environment Disposal of the packing material The cardboard box and packing materials protect the appliance during shipping They have been designed to be biodegradable and recyclable Ensure that any plastic wrappings bags etc are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children as they pose a danger of suffocation 38 Disposal of an appliance Old appliances may contain materials that can be recycled Please contact your local recycling authority about the possibility of recycling these materials Ensure that the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal Before discarding an appliance unplug it from the outlet cut off its powe
20. greatest Jit the machine is installed on a raised platform it must be secured with retaining clips These clips are available from your dealer or Miele If installed on a masonry or concrete base the base should have a to 3 12 20 mm high rim This is required to prevent the washer from vibrating off the stand during the spin cycle 41 Installation Installation Remove the shipping struts m Lift the machine from its shipping pallet and move it to the installation site Do not lift the washer by the drum door N Ensure that the machine s feet and the floor are dry to prevent slippage during the spin cycle m Remove the left and right rotary protectors Unhook 1 the protectors with a screw driver and remove 2 42 Installation m Turn the left shipping strut m Turn the right shipping strut counterclockwise 90 with the clockwise 90 with the enclosed enclosed combination wrench combination wrench m Pull out the shipping strut m Pull out the shipping strut 43 Installation Installing the shipping struts Reinstall the struts by reversing the Remove the shipping struts procedure m Close the holes with the rotary protectors making sure to close the caps i MMU MU anf ll E m Fasten the shipping struts to the rear of the washer
21. he IAUNGIY sawn ce ie ARNE A eae ee 20 Canceling a programi riean tetas 21 Interrupting a program 0 saasa e aeaaeae ea 21 Making changes to the program 6 eee 21 Adding removing laundry during a wash program 0 000 000 eee 22 Locking the washer 00 0022s 23 Electronic program lock 06 eee 23 Child Safety Lock 2 0c tte eee 23 Washer care 0 6 eee 24 Cleaning the Washer ees rrieta di io bee bide geng Bae a ae Re 24 Cleaning the UM ieceri recria aye ae i aa ie Se ee nae a 24 Cleaning the detergent drawer 0 0 000 cette 25 Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap 2 eee 26 Quick Guide lt occae cra tran ed ede ERA eee eee ee eee ees 27 Contents Washer care 0 0 eee 28 Cleaning the water inlet filters eee 28 Cleaning the inlet hose filter 2 2 eee 28 Cleaning the filter in the inlet valve 0 eee 28 Changing the light bulb 02 2 29 Frequently asked questions 0 0 0 2 30 A wash program cannot be started 2 0 00 02 30 Frequently asked questions 0 0 00 eee 31 The program was interrupted and a fault message appears 31 General issues with the washer 0 0 saasaa 32 POOrWaSHifESUIIS a5 cc4 tesa eae edd aw hadew JAA aw bed ae 33 The door will not open when the Door button is pressed 0004 34 Opening the drum door during a power failure 0 002 000 0000 35 Technical Service
22. ine is being connected only to a cold water supply both the hot and cold water intake hoses must be attached to the cold water valve through the use of a Y adapter available at a hardware store Both hoses must be connected to a water source or the machine will not function properly Do not connect the washer to hot water only m Turn on the valve s and check for leaks The water pressure must be within 15 145 psi 1 10 bar If the water pressure is greater that 145 psi 10 bar a pressure reducer must be installed If the water pressure is below 15 psi 1 bar there will not be enough water available for a complete fill The water intake hoses are equipped with screen filters Do not remove these filters except for cleaning Tips for a hot water connection The hot water temperature from the hot water valve must not exceed 140 F 60 C the ideal temperature is 130 F 55 C If there is no water pressure at the hot water inlet the unit will automatically switch to cold water after several minutes 49 Plumbing Drainage The 5 foot 1 5 m drain hose may be connected as follows 1 Directly into a sink hook the hose over the edge of the sink and secure it firmly e g by tying the hose to the water faucet N To a stand pipe place the drain hose into a 1 4 cm stand pipe and secure it firmly 3 To a floor drain The machine is equipped with an air gap anti siphoning system so tha
23. ing remove white residue with a clothing brush Add a water softener to the detergent for future loads 33 Frequently asked questions The door will not open when the Door button is pressed Possible cause Solution The washer has no power Insert the plug into the outlet The washer is not turned on Turn on the washer using the On Off button The program lock is activated Deactivate the program lock as described in Locking the washer Electronic program lock The Child Lock function is activated Deactivate the Child Safety Lock as described in Locking the washer Child Safety Lock Power failure To open the drum door see Frequently asked questions Opening the drum door during a power failure The door was not properly closed Push on the drum door and at the same time press the Door button There is still water in the drum and the washer cannot drain it away Clean the drain filter and the drain pump as described in Cleaning and Care Cleaning the drain pump As a safeguard against scalding the drum door cannot be opened if the wash water temperature is over 130 F 55 C 34 Frequently asked questions Opening the drum door during a power failure N Make sure the machine is turned off and the drum has stopped m Open the detergent dispenser turning A moving drum is drawer dangerous
24. is time the gas is flammable Before the appliance is removed for service or discarded remove the door Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather Do not tamper with the controls Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in these operating instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Guide to the washer Control panel PROGRAMS OPTIONS TEMP SPIN STATUS FAULTS O Normal O Woolens 4 O Extended Sanitize Max Soak O Intake Very Hot High Pre h Drai O Wrinkle free O Silk 4 O Heavy Soil gears Hy tepid ODrain Hot Med Main Wash O Child Lock O Sanitize O Handwash t 4 O soak Very Warm Low Rinse O Oversudsing O Extra White Sturdy wam soy Hoa Cold Hold Drain Spin o Delay l On A ee Start J 0 Off O Delicates O Custom Sensitive No Heat No Spin Anti crease End v A PC O O Buzzer e Rae Door 5 5 i be bes Program selection buttons VA For selecting a program 2 Wash options Special features to enhance a wash program 3 Temperature button For selecting the desired wash temperature Spin speed button For selecting the desired spin speed PC Indicator Allows a service technician to check and update the wash programs Program status display
25. licates Low TEMP Woolens W High Sanitize Silk tw Slow hae a f Handwash wy Med fe EANA Sturdy Med Warm Custom Max No Spin Cold Noihieat U The laundry is spun after the main wash and between the rinse cycles Reducing the final spin speed will also reduce the rinse spin speeds If in the m Press the TEMP and SPIN buttons programs Sturdy and Custom a spin until the indicator of the desired speed lower that Med is selected an setting lights extra rinse cycle is added to remove any detergent left in the laundry 12 Using the washer Special spin options Hold only for the Custom program m Select Hold The laundry is not spun and remains soaking in water This will prevent wrinkles if the laundry is not removed immediately at the end of the wash program To start the final spin m Select the desired spin speed m Press the Start Stop G button To finish the program m Press the Door button The water will be drained away m Use the Door button to open the door No spin m Select No spin The laundry is not spun after the final rinse but the water is drained away After the drain cycle the washer goes immediately into the Anti Crease cycle Spinning between these rinses is also omitted in this setting If No Spin is selected in the programs Sturdy and Custom an extra rinse cycle is added Using the washer 6 Add detergent For optimum wash results it is impo
26. m Low For delicate machine washable Cold clothing e g satin hosiery lingerie Cc No Heat a Using the washer Temperatures Fabric Spin Laundry care speed symbol Woolens J Options Sensitive Warm High For hand and machine washable wool Cold Med and wool blends No Heat ae i Silk v7 Options Sensitive Cold Slow For hand and machine washable silks No Heat oe ee and other non wool hand washable garments Handwash W Options Extended Heavy soil Sensitive Warm Med For hand washable items with no wool Cold or silk content No Heat g i Sturdy Options None Warm Med For a mixed load of colorfast or perma Cold Low press items or for cotton blends No Heat on o Custom Options Extended Heavy Soil Soak Sensitive Sanitize Max All options can be selected individually Very Hot High for colorfast or white items Hot Med Very Warm Low Warm Slow Cold Hold No Heat 77 E No Spin 10 Using the washer 4 Select wash options if needed The upper button selects the following OPTIONS Extended Extended and Heavy Soil Extended and Soak Heavy Soil Soak No selection The lower button selects the Sensitive option OPTIONS O Extended O Heavy Soil O Soak ce Sensitive m Select the desired OPTIONS Press the upper button until the indicator of the desired wash o
27. ndry during a wash program You can interrupt the following programs to add or remove a piece of laundry Normal Wrinkle free Sturdy m Use the Door button to open the door m Add or remove the piece of laundry m Close the drum door The program will continue automatically Note Once the program has started the washer cannot make adjustments for the load size The time remaining will automatically adjust 22 The drum door cannot be opened if the water temperature is greater than 130 F 55 C the water level is too high the final spin has started the program lock is activated If you press the Door button during any of these conditions the Child Lock indicator will light Locking the washer Electronic program lock Washer in use The program lock prevents the washer from being opened or the program temperature or spin speed from being changed during a wash program To activate the program lock m Once the wash program has started hold the Start Stop G button until the Child Lock indicator illuminates The program lock is now activated The washer can no longer accept program changes At the end of the program the program lock is automatically unlocked To cancel the program lock m Hold the Start Stop G button until the Child Lock indicator goes out Child Safety Lock Washer not in use The Child Safety Lock can be activated to pre
28. ption lights See the Program Guide to determine which options can be selected in each program If the wash option chosen is not compatible with the program the indicator light will go out when the button is released Extended For laundry with normal to heavy soiling or stains The main wash cycle time for the wash program will be extended Heavy Soil For heavily soiled laundry where a pretreatment is necessary to remove surface soiling Soak For heavy soiling and stubborn stains e g blood grease chocolate that require soaking before the main wash The preset soak time is 2 hours Sensitive An additional final rinse that will wash away detergent residue and scents Buzzer A buzzer signals the end of the wash program or after No Spin The buzzer will sound until the washer is turned off Once activated the buzzer is active in all programs unless turned off The warning sound indicating a fault has occurred will activate independent of whether the buzzer is turned on or off Using the washer 5 Select the temperature and spin speed Program Spin speed The default temperature and spin Normal High speed will automatically be selected for Wrinkle Free Med each program However you can adjust a the temperature and spin speed within _ Sanitize High the parameters of the selected wash Extra White High a De
29. r cord and remove any doors to prevent hazards Installation Front view Y See sy Y gt Hot water intake hose Cold water intake hose 3 Power cord Drain hose drain options shown i e adjustable and removable elbows Control panel Detergent dispenser drawer Drum door Access panel to lint trap and drain pump Recessed grip 4 Four height adjustable feet 39 Installation Back view REHE gt Lid excess end with transport grips Drain hose 2 Power cord Shipping struts with rotary protection 3 Cold water intake hose Mounting for Hot water intake hose Water intake hose Drain hose Power cord Shipping struts 40 Installation Installation site A concrete or reinforced floor is the most suitable surface for the washer These types of floors are less prone to vibration during the spin cycle Note The machine must be leveled and securely positioned To avoid vibration while spinning the machine should not be installed on soft floor coverings If the installation must be performed on a wooden floor m Install the unit on a 2 ft x 2ft x 14e 61 x 61 x 3 cm plywood base Ideally the base should be large enough to span several joists and should be anchored to the joists not just the floor boards It is best to install the washer in the corner of a room where the stability of the floor is at its
30. re not tight may cause damage to both the machine and its surrounding area 45 Installation Installation beneath a counter If a countertop is placed over the washer at least a gap must be left between the top of the machine and bottom of the countertop nothing should be within of any side of the washing machine When the machine lid needs to be removed to reduce the height of the machine a countertop kit is necessary The cover plate in the countertop kit replaces the machine lid and ensures electrical safety A filler frame is recommended at a countertop height of 35 74e to 35 13 46 90 91 cm Water intake drain and electrical connections should be installed near the machine and be easily accessible An installation manual is supplied with the countertop kit available from your Miele dealer or Miele 46 Washer stand with drawer A washer stand is available to raise the machine for convenience It has a drawer to store cleaning essentials The stand can be purchased as an optional accessory Installation Washer Dryer Stack The Miele washing machine can be installed as part of a washer dryer stack in combination with a Miele tumble dryer An appropriate stacking kit is required available from your Miele dealer or Miele Note a Safety distance to the wall minimum 13 46 2 cm b Height Stacking kit with pull ou
31. rtant to use the correct amount of detergent Too little detergent may cause Ineffective cleaning of laundry fabrics may become gray and stiff over time Grease stains on the laundry Hard water deposits on the heating element m Pull out the detergent dispenser Too much detergent may cause drawer and add detergent to the compartments Oversudsing with minimal drum ll movement poor wash rinse and Detergent for the main wash spin results UU Only add detergent 1 of the Higher water consumption through total recommended amount of an automatic additional rinse cycle detergent to this compartment if the Heavy Soil wash option Higher environmental burden is selected amp Fabric softener or liquid starch m Close the detergent dispenser drawer Do not use detergents containing chemical solvents 14 Detergent Use only high efficiency low sudsing laundry detergent formulated for front loading washing machines For wool and wool blend fabrics use a detergent specially formulated for woolens Follow instructions on the detergent packaging to ensure the correct usage and dosage amount Adjust the amount of detergent if the load is smaller or more or less soiled than normal Add detergent to the main wash compartment UY at the beginning of each wash program Only add detergent of the total recommended amount to compartment LU if the Heav
32. t B Very Warm Ei Warm a Cold a No Heat C Spin speed High Med Spin speeds Max High Items For a quick load of colorfast items Items For hand washable and machine washable wool Wrinkle free Silk J Options Extended Heavy Soil Soak Sensitive Options Sensitive Temperatures Cold K No Heat J Temperatures Hot ed Very Warm Ei Warm Ya Cold 3a No Heat CY Spin speed Slow Items For silk items Spin speed Med Handwash W Items For clothing that tends to wrinkle easily Options Extended Heavy soil Sensitive Sanitize Temperatures Warm k Cold Bo No Heat CJ Options Extended Heavy Soil Soak Sensitive Spin speed Med Temperatures Sanitize WI Very Hot Items For hand washable items with no wool or silk content Spin speeds Max High Items For a load of whites with special hygienic demands Extra White Options Extended Heavy Soil Soak Temperatures Sanitize 3 Very Hot Hot Spin speeds Max High Items For a quick load of white items Delicates Options Extended Heavy Soil Soak Temperatures Warm R Cold BY No Heat CJ Sturdy Options None Temperatures Warm B Cold B0 No Heat CY Spin speeds Med Low Items For a quick mixed load of colorfast items Custom Options Ex
33. t no minimum drain height is required 50 m The machine drains using a pump with a maximum delivery height of 4 feet 1 2 m m Make sure there are no kinks in the drain hose If desired the drain hose may be extended to run a maximum of 16 feet 4 9 m as long as the 4 foot 1 2 m height is not exceeded Hose extensions are available from your dealer or Miele Electrical connection GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTIONS This installation should be performed by an experienced and qualified technician in accordance with local codes and regulations The washing machine is supplied with a 5 3 1
34. t shelf 66 18 46 170 cm Reinstallation of the machine lid When reinstalling the machine lid check the fit of the cover at the rear bracket to ensure safe transport 47 Plumbing The washing machine can be connected to a portable water supply A non return valve is not needed unless required by building code The washing machine has 2 13 mm pressure hoses with 3 4 19 mm female hose thread connections If there is no water hookup contact a plumber to install a connection Make sure that the sealing ring is seated properly on the hose connector Replace the hose only with a genuine Miele hose or with a hose able to withstand up to 145 psi 10 bar pressure The water valve connector must also be able to withstand 145 psi 10 bar 48 N The bolted connection is under water pressure Open the water supply slowly to check for leaks Adjust the rubber seal and the bolted connection if necessary To protect the inlet valve the two filters one at the pressure hose valve connection and one at the inlet connection to the solenoid valve must not be removed Hose extension optional accessory Hose extensions with a length of 8 2 J to 13 1 1 2 5 to 4 m are available from your Miele dealer or Miele Plumbing Water connection m Connect the cold water intake hose blue mark to the cold water valve and the hot water intake hose red mark to the hot water valve If the mach
35. tended Heavy Soil Soak Sensitive Temperatures Sanitize 8 Very Hot C Hot E Very Warm B Warm K Cold B l No Heat J Spin speed Low Spin speeds Max High Med Low Slow Hold No Spin Items For delicate clothing that wrinkles easily Items All options can be selected individually for colorfast or white items Washer care Once the flow of water stops m Check that the impeller in the back m Remove the lint trap lid of the chamber rotates freely by spinning it with your hand m Remove any foreign objects or lint from the filter m Return the lint trap and tighten into place N i the lint trap lid is not tightened securely water will leak out when the machine is used 27 Washer care Cleaning the water inlet filters The washer has two water inlet filters to protect each inlet valve These filters should be checked every 6 months and cleaned if necessary This may need to be performed more frequently with some water supplies Cleaning the inlet hose filter m Turn off the water valve m Unscrew the inlet hose from the valve by turning the connector counterclockwise using a wrench if necessary m Remove the rubber seal 1 from the connector m Using needle nose pliers grasp the plastic filter 2 and pull it out of the hose connector m Clean the filter under running water and carefully remove any large particles
36. vent a child from operating or climbing inside the washer When the Child Safety Lock is activated the drum door cannot be opened and a program cannot be started To activate the Child Safety Lock The washer must be turned off The drum door must be closed Steps 1 to 4 must be carried out within 5 secs or the washer will not recognize the activated Child Safety Lock 1 Press and hold the Sensitive and TEMP buttons until step 4 2 Turn on the washer using the On Off button A dot shows in the display 3 Press the Extended Heavy Soil Soak button three times 4 Release the Sensitive and TEMP buttons The Child lock indicator flashes To deactivate the Child Safety Lock m Repeat steps 1 through 4 The Child Lock indicator will go out 23 Washer care Before cleaning the appliance disconnect the power supply by unplugging the unit or manually tripping the circuit breaker Cleaning the washer m Clean the exterior of the washer with a mild solution of non abrasive detergent or soap and water Wipe dry with a soft cloth m Clean the drum with a stainless steel cleaner specially formulated for use in a washing machine This type of cleaner is available from Miele 24 Cleaning the drum Germs can develop when using wash programs with a low temperature below Hot over several wash cycles This can lead to odors in the drum m Once a month run a program
37. will remain in the fabric softener compartment 18 Using the washer 7 Select Delay Start if needed If you wish the start of the wash program can be delayed to have a load completed at a later time Delay start allows you to delay the start of a program for 30 minutes to a maximum of 24 hours m Press the Delay Start button The delay start time will be extended with each press of the button For less than a 10 hour delay the delay time extends in 30 minute increments For more than a 10 hour delay the delay time extends in 1 hour increments Canceling Delay Start m Press the Delay Start button until 24 appears in the display press once more and the action will be canceled 8 Start the program m Press the flashing Start Stop G button to begin the program The display will show the maximum program run time It will count down in minutes For the first 10 minutes the washer calculates the water absorbency of the laundry possibly lengthening or shortening the overall program time 9 Activate the program lock if necessary m Press the Start Stop G button until the Child Lock indicator lights See Locking the washer for further details Using the washer 10 Remove the laundry The STATUS indicator Anti Crease End will be displayed at the end of the program m Use the Door button to open the drum door Do not attempt to remove laundry from the wash
38. with no laundry using a Sanitize or Very hot temperature and or bleach If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed the machine should not need to be descaled If the washer needs to be descaled use a descaling agent with corrosion protection These special descaling agents can be purchased from Miele Use as directed on the packaging Washer care Cleaning the detergent drawer Detergent residue should be cleaned out regularly 1 Remove the siphon tube from the fabric softener compartment amp and rinse under warm water Clean the pipe on which the siphon tube is m Pull the detergent drawer out as far attached as it will go Press down on the red 2 Replace the siphon tube release lever and pull the drawer out of the machine N Do not use chemical solvents abrasive cleaners glass or all purpose cleaners These can damage plastic surfaces and other m Clean the siphon tube parts m Clean the detergent drawer with warm water 25 Washer care Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap Occasionally small objects buttons coins etc may become trapped in the lint trap If the machine does not drain completely the lint trap should be checked to ensure that it is free of foreign objects m Turn off the appliance with the On Off button m To clean the lint trap remove the tool from behind the detergent dispenser drawer m Open the access panel 26 If
39. y Soil option was selected Liquid detergent insert An insert is supplied in the drum of the washer m f you are using liquid detergent use the liquid detergent insert in the main wash compartment UY The insert helps to measure the correct amount of detergent It also prevents the detergent for the main wash from being used during the Pre wash when the Heavy Soil option is used Remove the insert from the compartment UY when powder detergent is used N Do not use chlorine bleach Detergent The amount of detergent used depends on the level of soiling Light soiling No soiling or stains are visible Normal soiling Some visible soiling or a few light stains Heavy soiling Very visible soiling or stains The size of the load and the water hardness level in your area have an impact on the amount of detergent necessary to obtain optimum wash results If you do not know the water hardness level in your area contact your local water authority 16 Water hardness Hardness Water Water German level quality hardness hardness in mmol l in d soft 0 1 3 0 7 Il moderate 1 3 2 5 7 14 III hard to over 2 5 over 14 very hard Water softener If the water hardness level is between ll and IIl you can soften the water to reduce detergent consumption The detergent packaging should indicate the correct amount to use in your machine Add the detergent then add the w
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