Operation and Installation Guide

Contents
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Frequently asked questions ............................................................................... 35
Problem solving guide........................................................................................... 35
A wash program cannot be started....................................................................... 35
The following fault message appears in the display and the program
has been canceled ................................................................................................ 36
A message appears in the display at the end of the program .............................. 37
General problems with the washer........................................................................ 37
Poor wash results.................................................................................................. 38
The drum door cannot be opened ........................................................................ 39
Opening the drum door during a power failure ..................................................... 40
Draining the washing machine ......................................................................... 40
Opening the drum door.................................................................................... 41
After sales service............................................................................................... 42
Repairs .................................................................................................................. 42
Optional accessories............................................................................................. 42
MieleCare .............................................................................................................. 42
Installation............................................................................................................ 44
Front view .............................................................................................................. 44
Rear view............................................................................................................... 45
Installation site....................................................................................................... 46
Installation ............................................................................................................. 46
Removing the shipping struts ............................................................................... 46
Refitting the shipping struts .................................................................................. 48
Leveling the machine............................................................................................. 49
Screwing out and adjusting the feet...................................................................... 49
Water connection .................................................................................................. 50
The water protection system............................................................................ 50
Hot and cold water connection ........................................................................ 51
Reprogramming to cold water operation.......................................................... 52
Drainage ........................................................................................................... 52
Electrical connection ............................................................................................. 53
Setting the language ........................................................................................... 54