Operating instructions for condenser tumble dryer T 234 C To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. G M.-Nr.
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally 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! Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure they are offered for recycling.
Contents Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Disposal of your old appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Energy saving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . .
Contents After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Repairs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Appliance guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Installation . . . . .
Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the machine please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its safety, installation, use and maintenance. Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner of the machine.
Warning and Safety instructions The machine is built in accordance with current safety requirements. Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user, for which the manufacturer cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved technician. Ensure current is not supplied to the machine until after maintenance or repair work has been carried out. Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts.
Warning and Safety instructions In the event of a fault or for cleaning purposes, the machine is only completely isolated from the electiricty supply when: – it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn, or – it is switched off at the mains, or – the mains fuse is withdrawn, or – the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is applicable). Operation This equipment may only be used in mobile installations such as ships, caravans, aircraft etc.
Warning and Safety instructions To prevent the risk of fire the following textiles must not be dried in this machine: – fabrics which contain a large proportion of rubber, foam rubber or rubber like materials. – items which contain damaged padding or fillings (e.g. pillows, jackets). – items which have been treated with inflammable cleaning agents. – items which have been splashed with hair lacquer, hair spray, nail varnish remover or similar substances.
Control panel a Programme selector The programme selector can be turned clockwise or anti-clockwise. b Programme sequence and check lamps c Start button Press the Start button to start a programme. The Start indicator lamp will flash as soon as a programme can be started. It lights up constantly once the programme has started. d I-On/0-Off button To switch the machine on or off / to interrupt a programme. e Door Button To open the door / to cancel a programme.
Notes on laundry care Care symbols Before drying check the drying symbol on the care label. If there are no symbols, dry at your own risk! q . . . . . . . . . Dry at normal temperature r . . . . . . . . . . Dry at a low temperature s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Do not tumble dry – For delicates and fabrics with the following care label r select Low temperature. Tips on drying – Always observe the maximum recommended loads given in the "Programme chart". Never overload the drum.
How to dry correctly Brief instructions C Load the tumble dryer The headings numbered (A, B, C ...) show the operating sequence and can be used as a brief guide to using your machine. ^ Press the Door button to open the door. ^ Load the laundry loosely into the drum. A Sort the laundry To ensure an even drying result separate out the washed laundry and sort it according to: . . . . . the drying level required . . . the type of fibre or weave . . size . . the moisture content after spinning.
How to dry correctly D Select a programme E Start the programme ^ Press the Start button. The indicator lamp for the Start button will then change from flashing to being on constantly. The drying cycle begins. Depending on the programme selected, the drying stage reached is shown by the sequence indicator lamps on the right hand side of the control panel. Before the end of a programme ^ Turn the programme selector to the required programme.
How to dry correctly F Remove the laundry ^ Press the Door button. ^ Open the door. ^ Remove the laundry. Make sure that the drum is empty. If items are left in the dryer, they could be damaged by overdrying when the dryer is next used. ^ Switch the dryer off by pressing the l-On/0-Off button. ^ Clean the fluff filters. ^ Close the door. ^ Empty the condensed water container (where there is no external drainage of the water). ^ The condenser unit should be checked and cleaned on a regular basis.
Programme chart Max. load: 6 kg* Cottons Normal+, Normal**, Low temperature Fabric Single and multi-layered cottons fabrics such as towelling, jerseywear, type underwear, flannelette bed linen. – Select Low temperature for fabrics with the r symbol. Laundry is dried at a lower temperature. Hand iron**, Machine iron Fabric Cottons and linen fabrics, e.g. table linen, bedlinen, starched laundry. type Note To prevent laundry from drying out it should be rolled up until you are ready for ironing.
Programme chart Automatic Fabric type Mixed load of cotton and minimum iron fabrics. Timed drying Warm air Fabric type Max. load: 3 kg* Max. load: 6 kg* – Multi-layered fabrics whose layers have different drying characteristics, e.g. jackets, pillows. – For drying individual items, e.g. bath towels, bathing costumes, tea-towels. Cool air Fabric type Any item which only needs airing. Woollens handcare Max.
Cleaning and care Emptying the condensed water container The condensed water will be collected in the condensed water container unless the machine has been fitted with a drain hose (see installation). The condensed water container should be emptied after every drying cycle or as soon as the Empty out container indicator lamp comes on. The drying programme will be interrupted if the maximum level of the condensed water container is reached.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the fluff filters The fluff which is created by the drying process is collected by the fluff filters in the door and the door opening. Clean the filters after each drying programme. Cleaning them whilst dry Tip: You can also use a vacuum cleaner. ^ Remove any fluff from the hollow part of the door holder. A cleaning brush is available as an optional extra from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department, or use a vacuum cleaner.
Cleaning and care Cleaning them with water If there is a great deal of compacted fluff on any of the filters, they can be removed and cleaned under hot running water. ^ To remove the fluff filter from the door holder see previous page. ^ Place the filters back in the door opening (the left and right filters are identical) with the finger holders facing upwards. See illustration. Cleaning the tumble dryer Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the condenser unit Detergent residue, hair and fine fluff from the dryer can get through the fluff filters and block the condenser unit. Dust from the room in which the dryer is installed can also get into the condenser unit and cause a blockage. Check the condenser unit at least twice a year. If the dryer is used frequently then clean the condenser unit after approx. 100 drying cycles.
Cleaning and care If you cannot see any fluff: ^ Replace the condenser unit (see following page). If you can see some fluff: ^ Clean the condenser unit as described below. Cleaning the condenser unit ^ When rinsing the condenser unit, make sure you position it as shown in the next two illustrations. ^ Pull the condenser unit out of its housing by the handle. Checking the condenser unit ^ Use a shower head or similar to rinse the unit out as shown. ^ Hold the condenser unit up to the light as shown.
Cleaning and care Replacing the condenser unit ^ With the handle facing upwards, push the condenser unit back into position in its housing. ^ Turn the lever down to the horizontal position, making sure that the hook on the lever clicks into the groove. When replacing the inner cover after cleaning, ensure that the rubber seal fits correctly into the groove. ^ Then flush the unit through from the front.
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 local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.
Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy There is a build up of fluff. Fluff is principally the result of friction when garments are being worn and washed. Machine drying hardly causes any fluff to form and has been established by research institutes to have no appreciable effect on the lifetime of the garment. The load consisted of different fabrics. Fluff is collected by the fluff filters and can be easily removed (see "Cleaning and care"). The laundry is not sufficiently dry.
Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The drying process Important: Before attempting to remedy one of the goes on too long or following causes, switch the dryer off and switch on again even switches off. to start the programme again. Ventilation to and from the Open a door or window while the machine is in dryer may be insufficient (e.g. because it is installed operation for increased air in a small room). This has flow. caused the temperature in the room to rise sharply.
Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The condenser unit The inner cover of the – Ensure that the condenser service panel will not condenser unit has not unit is positioned correctly shut. been locked properly and lock the cover. and/or the condenser – Check the rubber seals. unit has not been positioned correctly.
Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The programme has stopped, the Anti-crease/Finish lamp has come on in the sequence display and the buzzer is sounding. This is not a fault. The electronic unit has recognised that there is no laundry in the drum and cancelled the programme. Drying individual garments or items which are already dry can also cause the programme to be stopped. Use the "Timed drying Warm air" programme to dry individual items.
Problem solving guide Changing the lamp Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply. The lamp specification and maximum wattage is stated on the data plate and on the lamp cover. ^ Open the door. ^ Replace the lamp. You will find the interior lamp cover at the top of the drum aperture. ^ To close the cover push it upwards and press it on the left and right until you hear it click into position. ,Ensure that it is fitted into position securely, as any moisture could cause a short circuit.
After sales service Repairs Appliance guarantee In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, or if the machine is under guarantee, please contact Please see the guarantee card supplied with your machine. – your Miele dealer, or Optional accessories for this dryer is available from your Miele Dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department. – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for contact details).
Installation Front view a Mains connection cable e Service panel for condenser unit b Condensed water container f Four height-adjustable screw feet c Control panel g External drainage options (e.g. via wash basin, wash basin drain outlet, or gully).
Installation Installation site ,Make sure the dryer door can be opened without hindrance after installation. Transporting the machine to its installation site When moving the machine you can hold it by the lid where it protrudes to the rear of the dryer. To manoeuvre the dryer out of its packing case to its installation site you will also need to hold it by the front feet. Building under a continous worktop / in a row of kitchen units The dryer should not be installed next to a refrigerator or freezer.
Installation Levelling the machine Room in which the dryer is located Air taken in for use in the drying process will be warm when it is expelled from the rear of the dryer. This expelled air heats up the air in the room. It is therefore very important to ensure that the room is adequately ventilated, particularly if the dryer is located in a small room. Otherwise running times and energy consumption could be increased.
Installation External condensed water outlet From the back of the dryer at the bottom: When drying is in progress, condensed water is pumped into the condensed water container through the drain hose at the back of the dryer. The condensed water can also be drained off directly if the machine is installed near a sink, drain outlet etc. so that the condensed water container does not have to be emptied. The drain hose (approx. 2 m long) is stored in the dryer.
Installation Connection to a sink drain outlet The drain hose can be connected directly to a sink drain outlet. If this nut has a flat disc in it you should take the disc out first. Important: if this nut has a washer or seal in it this must not be removed! ^ Attach the end of the hose to adapter 1. ^ Use a screwdriver to tighten hose clip 3 up close to the nut. If you no longer wish to use an external condensed water outlet ,Do not push the drain hose back into the dryer.
Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363 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). 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.
Consumption data Programme Load Final spin speed in a domestic washing machine Energy Time kg* rpm kWh Minutes Cottons Normal 6.0 800 (70 % residual moisture)** 1200 1400 1600 1800 4.05 3.20 3.05 2.95 2.65 119 95 91 88 80 Cottons Hand iron 6.0 800 (70 % residual moisture)** 1200 1400 1600 1800 3.25 2.40 2.25 2.15 1.85 95 72 68 65 58 Minimum iron Normal 3.0 1000 (50 % residual moisture)** 1.50 54 Minimum iron Hand iron 3.0 1000 1.30 47 Automatic 3.0 900 1.
Technical data Height 850 mm (adjustable +7 / -7 mm) Height for building under 820 mm Width Depth 595 mm 580 mm Depth with door open Weight 1,060 mm 54 kg Drum volume Maximum capacity 100 litres 6 kg dry weight Capacity of condensed water container Hose length approx. 3.5 l 2m Maximum delivery head Maximum drain hose length 1.
Programmable functions for changing default settings The programmable functions are used to alter the machine's electronics to suit changing requirements. Programmable functions can be altered at any time.
Programmable functions Altering the residual moisture level in the Cottons programmes The machine is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as possible. However, if you require the laundry to be drier, it is possible to reduce the default residual moisture level in the Cottons programmes. Please note that programme durations will be longer if this option is activated. Follow steps A to G to programme and store in memory. Before you begin, first ensure that: – The tumble dryer is switched off.
Programmable functions Altering the residual moisture level in the Minimum iron programmes The machine is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as possible. However, if you require the laundry to be drier, it is possible to reduce the default residual moisture level in the Minimum iron programmes. Please note that programme durations will be longer if this option is activated. Follow steps A to G to programme and store in memory.
Programmable functions Activating and deactivating the buzzer A buzzer sounds (at intervals for a maximum of 1 hr) to let you know the programme has finished. The machine is delivered with the buzzer activated but you can deactivate it if wished. The buzzer will still sound if there is a fault, even if it has been deactivated. Follow steps A to G to programme and store in memory. Before you begin, first ensure that: – The tumble dryer is switched off. – The door is closed.
Programmable functions Extending the cooling down time The cooling down phase which takes place before the end of a programme can be lengthened if required. This makes the garments easier to handle. The dryer is delivered with the extended cooling down time option deactivated. You can extend the cooling down time by 5 minutes or 10 minutes. The option of extending the cooling down time is available with the Cottons, Minimum iron and Automatic programmes. Follow steps A to G to programme and store in memory.
Programmable functions Changing the standard drying level in the Minimum iron Normal programme The drying level for this programme is set at a standard level. You have the option of changing this to an increased drying level. The machine is delivered with the drying level set at Normal You can change this to Normal+ (drier than the standard drying level).
Programmable functions Changing the standard drying level in the Automatic programme The drying level for this programme is set at a standard level. You have the option of changing this to an increased drying level. The machine is delivered with the drying level set at Normal F Pressing the Start button alters the drying level.
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