Operating instructions for washing machines 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. en-GB M.-Nr.
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material The packaging is designed to protect the washing machine from damage during transportation. The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled. Recycling the packaging reduces the use of raw materials in the manufacturing process and also reduces the amount of waste in landfill sites. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc.
Contents Caring for the environment .................................................................................. 2 Warning and Safety instructions ......................................................................... 6 Operating the washing machine ........................................................................ 13 Before using for the first time ............................................................................ 15 Running the first programme......................................
Contents Changing the programme sequence ................................................................ Cancelling a programme ....................................................................................... Removing laundry after cancelling the programme ......................................... Interrupting a programme...................................................................................... Changing a programme..........................................................................
Contents After sales service............................................................................................... Repairs .................................................................................................................. Guarantee: U.K. ..................................................................................................... Guarantee: Other countries ................................................................................... Optional accessories................
Warning and Safety instructions This washing machine complies with 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 machine, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its safety, 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 user.
Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the washing machine unless they are constantly supervised. Children 8 years and older may only use the washing machine unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it safely and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation. Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the washing machine unsupervised.
Warning and Safety instructions Reliable and safe operation of this washing machine can only be assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply. The electrical safety of this washing machine can only be guaranteed when correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the wiring system of the building tested by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g.
Warning and Safety instructions The machine must be isolated from the electricity supply when cleaning and maintaining the machine and in the event of a fault. The Miele "Water protection system" protects from water damage provided the following conditions are met: – the machine is correctly plumbed in and connected to the electricity supply. – if a fault or damage has been identified, the machine must be examined by a competent person before further use, and repaired if necessary.
Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Do not install the washing machine in a room where there is a risk of frost. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point. Before using the machine for the first time, check that the transit bars at the rear of the machine have been removed (see "Installation and connection - Removing the transit bars").
Warning and Safety instructions The maximum load for this washing machine is 7 kg (dry weight). See the "Programme chart" for the maximum recommended loads for individual programmes. If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the machine should not need to be descaled. If, however, you do wish to descale it, only use a proprietary natural citric acid based descaling agent. Miele recommends using Miele descaling agent which is available to order online at www.miele-shop.com or from Miele.
Warning and Safety instructions Colour run and dye removers contain sulphur compounds which can cause damage such as corrosion. Do not use these products in this machine. 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.
Operating the washing machine a Display See the next page for more information. b Start button – For selecting delay start. – For starting the wash programme. f Programme sequence indicator lights Show which stage of the programme has been reached. g Check / Fault indicator lights – see "Problem solving guide". – The PC check light is also used by c Extra option buttons service technicians to run diaFor selecting extra options.
Operating the washing machine Display Delay start The display shows: The delay start time selected will appear in the display. – the programme duration (time left display) – the delay start function – the programmable functions Programme duration After the programme has started the programme duration will appear in the display in hours and minutes. If delay start has been selected, the programme duration will appear at the end of the delay start time.
Before using for the first time Before using the machine for the Running the first programme first time ensure that it is correctly installed and connected. See "Installation and connection". Also check that the drain filters are securely tightened to prevent the risk of water leaks during use. Open the stopcock. 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.
Washing environmentally and economically Energy and water consumption Detergent – Water consumption and energy usage are determined by the size of the load. To make the most of your machine, load the maximum dry load for the programme you are using. – Do not exceed the amounts of detergent recommended by the manufacturer on the packaging. – When smaller amounts of laundry are washed, the automatic load recognition system will reduce the amount of water and energy used.
1. Prepare the laundry Tip: Badly soiled areas can be pretreated with liquid detergent, stain removers etc. first, following the manufacturer's instructions. With particularly stubborn stains ask your dry cleaner for advice. Solvent-based cleaners (e.g. Empty all pockets. Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to garments and to components in the machine. Check the laundry before washing and remove any foreign objects.
2. Select a programme Switch on the washing machine Programme selection Press the button. Select delay start, if required Make sure the programme selector is at the Finish position . Turn the programme selector to the required programme. The display will show the estimated programme duration (unless you have selected a delay start time). Press the Start button repeatedly to select the delay time you want. Tip: Please see "Delay start" for more information.
3. Load the washing machine Open the door Press the Door button to open the door. Close the door Make sure that no items are caught between the door and the seal. 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. Please note the maximum load for the different wash programmes. The relevant programme load is always shown in the display when you select a programme.
4. Select programme settings Select an extra option(s) Each press of the upper button selects the extra options: Soak or Pre-wash or Short or no extra option. Select a spin speed You can alter the pre-set spin speed of a wash programme. Use the lower button to select the Water plus extra option. Select the extra option(s) you want. Tip: Not all the extra options are suitable for use with every programme. You can only select extra options which are compatible with the programme being used.
5. 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 laundry. – 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. – High water consumption (an additional rinse cycle will automatically switch in).
6. Start the programme - the end of a programme Start the programme Press the flashing Start button. – The programme duration will appear in the display once the programme has started. 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. – If a delay start time has been selected, this will count down in the display until the programme starts. The programme duration will then appear in the display.
Extra options You can use the extra options buttons to augment the wash programmes. Short Use this option for light soiling with no visible staining. The following extra options can be selected in addition to the programme: Only one of the following extra options can be selected at a time: Short, Prewash and Soak. Short Pre-wash Soak Water plus The wash duration is reduced. Soak Cottons X X X X For heavily soiled and stained items with protein stains.
Spinning Final spin speed Programme Rinse and interim spin rpm Cottons 1400 Minimum iron 1200 Automatic plus 1200 Dark garments / Denim 1200 Express 20 1400 Shirts 600 Woollens 1200 Delicates 600 Drain / Spin 1400 Separate rinse / Starch 1400 You can reduce the final spin speed. However, you cannot select a final spin speed higher than that shown in the chart above.
Delay start With Delay start you can choose when you want the programme to start. You can delay the start of the programme by 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24 hours, allowing you to make use of night-time economy electricity rates, for example. To select Delay start Make sure the programme selector is at the Finish position . The Delay start indicator will flash in the display. You can now use the Start button to select the delay start time you want.
Programme chart Cottons 30 °C to 90 °C Max. load 7.0 kg Use for Cotton, linen or cotton mix fabric, e.g. table linen, towelling, underwear, T-shirts etc. Note Where particularly high levels of hygiene are required please select a temperature of 90 °C or higher. / Cottons Max. load 7.0 kg Use for Normally soiled cotton garments. Note – These settings are the most efficient in terms of energy and water consumption for washing cottons.
Programme chart Dark garments / Denim 40 °C Max. load 3.0 kg Use for Black and dark items made of 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 dark coloured items separately. Express 20 40 °C Max. load 3.5 kg Use for Cotton garments that have hardly been worn or are only very lightly soiled. Note The Short option is activated automatically.
Programme chart Drain / Spin Notes – – Drain only: Select for the spin speed. – Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed. Separate rinse / Starch Use for Max. load 7.0 kg – Rinsing handwashed items. – Starching table cloths, serviettes and workwear. Notes – Reduce the spin speed for items which crease easily. – The laundry should be washed but not treated with fabric conditioner. – Items will be rinsed very effectively using two rinse cycles by activating the Water plus extra option.
Garment care label symbols Washing Drying 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 drying temperature No bar under the symbol: = normal agitation One bar under the symbol: = reduced agitation Two bars under the symbol: = much reduced agitation Hot iron (max. sole plate temp. approx.
Programme sequence Main wash Rinses Spinning Water level Wash rhythm Water level Rinses Cottons 2-4 Minimum iron 2-3 Automatic plus Dark garments / Denim 1)2) 3) 2-3 3) 3 3) Express 20 1-3 Shirts 2 Woollens 2 Delicates 3 Drain / Spin – – – – Separate rinse / Starch – 1 Please see the next page for a description of the symbols.
Programme sequence = Low water level = Medium water level = High water level = Intensive rhythm = Normal rhythm = Gentle rhythm = Sensitive rhythm = Ultra sensitive rhythm = Handwash rhythm = Carried out – = Not carried out The washing 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.
Changing the programme sequence Cancelling a programme Interrupting a programme You can cancel a programme at any time after it has started: Switch the washing machine off with the button. Turn the programme selector to Finish. Switch the washing machine back on with the button to continue with the same programme. The water will drain away. The programme is cancelled as soon as the Anti-crease/Finish indicator light comes on and appears in the display.
Changing the programme sequence Adding or removing laundry after the programme has started Press the Door button until the door opens. Add or remove items. Close the door. The programme will continue automatically. Please note: Once a programme has started the washing machine cannot recognise any adjustment to the load.
Detergent The correct detergent Dispensing aids All detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and dosage recommendations on the packaging. Use dispensing aids, (e.g. balls) if these are supplied with the detergent, particularly when using liquid detergent. For users in Asia: please use a low foaming detergent suitable for use in front-loading machines When purchasing detergent buy refill packs wherever possible.
Detergent Miele recommended detergents Miele detergents and care products have been specially designed for Miele washing machines. They are available to order via the internet at www.miele-shop.com or from Miele.
Detergent Recommended detergents in accordance with Directive (EU) Nr. 1015/2010 The recommendations apply to the temperature ranges given in the Programme chart.
Detergent Dispensing fabric conditioner and liquid starch at the end of the programme Adding fabric conditioner or liquid starch separately Prepare the starch in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging. Add fabric conditioner to the compartment. Add liquid starch to the compartment and powder or viscous starch to the compartment. Select the Separate rinse/Starch programme. Change the spin speed if necessary.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the drum Cleaning the detergent disWashing at low temperatures and/or us- penser drawer ing liquid detergent can cause bacteria and unpleasant odours to build up in the washing machine. In order to clean the drum and also to prevent unpleasant odours building up, run a programme with a temperature of at least 60°C using powder detergent once a month or when the Hygiene info light comes on.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the siphon 1. Remove the siphon from the compartment and rinse under hot running water. Clean the siphon tube at the same time. 2. Replace the siphon. Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing Use a bottle brush to remove detergent residues and limescale from the jets inside the detergent dispenser drawer housing. Liquid starch can cause the siphon to become clogged.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the water inlet filter First turn off the stopcock. The washing machine has a filter to protect the inlet valve. Unscrew the inlet hose from the stopcock. The filter in the union in the open end of the inlet hose should be replaced every 6 months or so, or more often if there are frequent interruptions to the water supply. Remove the rubber seal 1 from the union. Hold the free end of the inlet hose downwards. Plastic filter 2 will drop out. Clean the plastic filter.
Problem solving guide Minor faults in the performance of the washing machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. The following guide may help you to find the reason for a fault, and to correct it. You should, however, note the following: 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.
Problem solving guide The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on. Problem Cause and remedy The Check drainage The water outlet is blocked. fault indicator light Clean the drain filter and the drain pump as deflashes and a fault numscribed in "Problem solving guide – Opening the ber appears in the disdrum door in the event of a blocked water outlet play. and/or a power failure". The drain hose has been fixed too high. The maximum delivery head is 1 m.
Problem solving guide A check or fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme continues as normal. Problem Cause and remedy The Hygiene info check A programme using a temperature above 60°C has indicator light comes not been run for a long time. on. In order to prevent bacteria and unpleasant odours building up in the machine, run the Cottons 90°C using powder detergent. The Check dosage check indicator light comes on. Excessive foam has built up during washing.
Problem solving guide General problems with the washing machine Problem Cause and remedy The machine shakes during the spin cycle. The machine feet are not level. Level the machine and adjust the feet correctly. The laundry has not The machine detected an imbalance during the final been spun properly and spin cycle and reduced the spin speed automatically. is still wet. Include both large and small items in the load as this will give better distribution during spinning.
Problem solving guide An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Cause and 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 powder detergent containing a bleaching agent. Add stain removers to compartment of the dispenser drawer. Never put stain removers and liquid detergent together in the dispenser drawer.
Problem solving guide The door will not open Problem Cause and remedy The drum door cannot be opened by pressing the Door button. The washing machine is not connected to the electrical 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. Power cut. Open the door as described in “Opening the door in the event of blocked drain outlet and/or power failure”. The door was not correctly engaged.
Problem solving guide Opening the door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/ or power failure Switch off the washing machine. There is a lever behind the detergent drawer fascia panel for opening the access panel to the drain filter. Blocked drain outlet If the drain outlet is blocked, a large quantity of water (up to 25 litres) can remain in the washing machine. Caution: If laundry has been washed at a high temperature, water draining out of the machine will still be hot.
Problem solving guide Tighten the drain filter back up again if you need to interrupt the flow of water. Once the flow of water ceases: Make sure the drain filter is securely tightened. Otherwise there is a risk of 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.
After sales service Repairs Guarantee: U.K. In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact: In the U.K, the washing machine is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of purchase. – your Miele Dealer, or – Miele (Contact details for Miele are given at the end of this booklet). 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. In the U.
Installation and connection Front view a Waterproof-Metal inlet hose (braided) f Door b Electrical supply cable c Flexible drain hose (with detachable swivel elbow) d Control panel e Detergent dispenser drawer 50 g Access to drain filter, drain pump and emergency release h Handle recesses for moving the machine i Four height adjustable feet
Installation and connection a Protruding lid for holding when mov- e Transport clip for inlet and drain ing the machine hoses b Electrical supply cable f Safety cap for transit bars c Waterproof-Metal inlet hose (braided) g Transport clip for inlet and drain hoses and for storing transit bars d Drain hose when not in use 51
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: The machine must be level and securely positioned. To avoid vibrations during spinning, the machine should not be installed on soft floor coverings.
Installation and connection Using the spanner supplied, turn the left-hand transit bar 90°, then Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°, then pull the transit bar out. pull the transit bar out.
Installation and connection To avoid the risk of injury, the holes for the transit bars must be covered after the transit bars have been removed. Secure the transit bars to the back of the washing machine. Make sure the top catch is located above the holder. The washing machine must not Plug the holes with the plastic caps as illustrated. be moved without the transit bars in place. Store them as shown or keep them in a safe place for future use.
Installation and connection Levelling the machine The washing 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 feet are screwed in when the machine is delivered. Use a spirit level to check that the washing machine is standing level.
Installation and connection Building under a continuous worktop/ in a kitchen run Please note: Building under kits* must only be installed/dismantled by a suitably qualified fitter in accordance with the instructions supplied. – A special building under kit* with a cover plate to replace the machine lid is required. It must be fitted by a suitably qualified fitter to ensure electrical safety. N.B.
Installation and connection The water protection system The Miele water protection system protects all parts of the washing machine from water damage. The system consists of three main components: – the inlet hose – the electronic unit and drainage and overflow protection – the drain hose Inlet hose – Protection against bursting The inlet hose is tested to withstand pressure of at least 14,000 kPa. – Protective sleeve. The inlet hose has a braided metal "second skin" to protect it from damage.
Installation and connection Connection to the water supply Maintenance The washing machine should be connected to a mains water supply in accordance with current 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 and 1,000 kPa. If it is higher than 1,000 kPa it is essential to fit a pressure reducing valve.
Installation and connection Connection to the drainage system 3. Connected securely to a floor gully. 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 be purchased from your Miele Dealer or Miele.
Installation and 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.
Technical data Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 610 mm Depth with door open 987 mm Height for building under 820 mm Width for building under 600 mm Depth for building under 600 mm Weight Approx. 94 kg Capacity 7 kg dry laundry Voltage See data plate Connected load See data plate Fuse rating See data plate Consumption data See "Consumption data" Minimum flow pressure 100 kPa Maximum flow pressure 1000 kPa Inlet hose length 1.60 m Drain hose length 1.
Consumption data Load Cotton Consumption data Energy in kWh Water in l Duration Residual moisture 90 °C 7.0 kg 2.20 52 2 h 19 min 52% 60 °C 7.0 kg 1.40 58 1 h 59 min 52% 60 °C 3.5 kg 1.20 50 1 h 59 min 52% * 7.0 kg 0.82 52 3 h 29 min 52% * 3.5 kg 0.88 45 3 h 29 min 52% 40 °C 7.0 kg 1.20 75 2 h 59 min 52% 40 °C 3.5 kg 0.40 35 1 h 20 min 52% * 3.5 kg 0.35 45 3 h 29 min 52% Minimum iron 30 °C 3.5 kg 0.50 55 1 h 59 min 30% Automatic plus 40 °C 5.
Programmable functions The programmable functions are used to alter the machine's electronics to suit changing requirements. Programmable functions can be altered at any time. Water plus system This programmable function is used to specify one of three options for the the Water plus button. : (Factory default setting) The water level is increased in the wash and rinse stages. : An extra rinse is carried out.
Programmable functions Gentle action Activating gentle action reduces the drum action and is suitable for washing lightly soiled items more gently. Gentle action can be activated for the Cottons and Minimum iron programmes. The washing machine is delivered with the Gentle action setting deactivated. Follow steps to to programme and store in memory. The programmable functions are accessed via the Start button and the programme selector.
Programmable functions 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 plastic drainage pipes. Suds cooling takes place when a temperature of 90°C or higher is selected for the Cottons programme. 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 drainage pipes do not comply with DIN 1986.
Programmable functions Memory If an extra option is selected for a programme and / or the spin speed is altered, the washing machine stores these changes in memory at the start of a programme. When that particular programme is chosen again, the washing machine will display the extra option and / or the spin speed which have been stored for that programme in memory. The machine is delivered with the memory function deactivated. Follow steps to to programme and store in memory.
Programmable functions Soak duration A soak duration of between 30 minutes and 2 hours can be programmed in 30 minute increments for the Soak button. If the Soak extra option is selected, the soaking process will be carried out for the duration set before the wash programme is run. The machine is delivered with a 2 hour duration set for the Soak button. Follow steps to to programme and store in memory. Press the Start button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps to .
Optional accessories Detergent, fabric care, additives and machine care products are available for this washing machine. All the products have been designed for Miele washing machines. Wool and delicates detergent These and many other useful products can be ordered via the internet at www.miele-shop.com or from Miele (see end of this booklet for contact details).
Optional accessories Fabric care Machine care products Fabric care agents are available as capsules in convenient single dose amounts or in a handy bottle. Machine cleaner Reproofing agent – for reproofing microfibre garments e.g. rain coats etc.
United Kingdom Miele Co. Ltd. Fairacres, Marcham Road Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1TW Customer Contact Centre Tel: 0330 160 6600 E-mail: mielecare@miele.co.uk Internet: www.miele.co.uk Australia Miele Australia Pty. Ltd. ACN 005 635 398 ABN 96 005 635 398 1 Gilbert Park Drive, Knoxfield, VIC 3180 Tel: 1300 464 353 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: info@miele.
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