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Operating instructions

Commercial dishwasher
PG 8081i

                                                              en-GB
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.                                            M.-Nr. 09 841 652
Contents
Notes about these instructions............................................................................ 5

Guide to the machine ............................................................................................ 6
Machine overview.................................................................................................... 6
Control panel ........................................................................................................... 7

Correct use ............................................................................................................ 8

Warning and Safety instructions........................................................................ 10

Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 16
Energy-saving washing ......................................................................................... 17

Commissioning....................................................................................................             18
Opening the door ..................................................................................................           18
Closing the door....................................................................................................          18
Safety lock.............................................................................................................      18
Display...................................................................................................................    19
Standard settings ..................................................................................................          20
Before using the machine for the first time, you will need: ...................................                               21
Filling the salt reservoir..........................................................................................          21
Add salt reminder ..................................................................................................          23
Rinse aid................................................................................................................     24
Adding rinse aid ....................................................................................................         25
Rinse aid refill reminder .........................................................................................           25

Loading the dishwasher......................................................................................                  26
Loading the dishwasher ........................................................................................               26
Notes .....................................................................................................................   26
Upper basket.........................................................................................................         28
   Hinged spikes...................................................................................................           28
   Cup rack ...........................................................................................................       28
   Jumbo cup rack ...............................................................................................             29
   Glass rail...........................................................................................................      29
   Adjusting the height of the glass rail: ...............................................................                    29
   Adjusting the upper basket ..............................................................................                  30
Lower basket .........................................................................................................        31
   Removable MultiComfort insert .......................................................................                      32
   Glass rack.........................................................................................................        32
   Glass rail...........................................................................................................      33
   Hinged spikes...................................................................................................           33
   Bottle holder.....................................................................................................         33
Cutlery basket .......................................................................................................        34
Cutlery insert for the cutlery basket ......................................................................                  34

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Contents
Operation..............................................................................................................      35
Detergent...............................................................................................................     35
Adding powder detergent......................................................................................                37
Switching on..........................................................................................................       38
Selecting a programme .........................................................................................              38
To start a programme ............................................................................................            38
Time display ..........................................................................................................      39
Standby .................................................................................................................    39
At the end of the programme ................................................................................                 40
Switching off..........................................................................................................      40
Unloading the dishwasher.....................................................................................                40
Interrupting a programme......................................................................................               41
Changing a programme.........................................................................................                41

Additional functions ............................................................................................            42
Extra drying ...........................................................................................................     42
Delay start .............................................................................................................    42
BrilliantLight...........................................................................................................    44

Cleaning and care ...............................................................................................            45
Periodic checks .....................................................................................................        45
Cleaning the wash cabinet ....................................................................................               45
Cleaning the door and the door seal.....................................................................                     46
Cleaning the door front .........................................................................................            46
Checking the filters in the wash cabinet ...............................................................                     47
Cleaning the filters.................................................................................................        47
Cleaning the spray arms........................................................................................              49

Problem solving guide ........................................................................................               50
Technical problems ...............................................................................................           50
Faults with water intake or drainage......................................................................                   52
General problems ..................................................................................................          53
Noises....................................................................................................................   55
Unsatisfactory cleaning result ...............................................................................               56

Maintenance ........................................................................................................         58
Cleaning the water inlet filter .................................................................................            58
Recommendation ..................................................................................................            58
Cleaning the filters:................................................................................................        58
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve.....................................................                            59

Programme chart ................................................................................................ 60

Optional accessories .......................................................................................... 63

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Contents
Customer service ................................................................................................ 64
Programme updates.............................................................................................. 64

Electrical connection UK .................................................................................... 65

Plumbing ..............................................................................................................     66
The Miele Waterproof system................................................................................                 66
Connection to the water supply ............................................................................                 66
Connecting the drain hose ....................................................................................              68

Technical data...................................................................................................... 69
Data sheet for household dishwashers ................................................................. 70

Settings menu......................................................................................................         71
Settings menu for changing standard settings .....................................................                          71
Open the Settings menu .......................................................................................              71
Language ............................................................................................................      71
Water hardness .....................................................................................................        72
Rinse aid................................................................................................................   73
AutoOpen ..............................................................................................................     73
Optimise standby ..................................................................................................         74
Refill reminders......................................................................................................      75
Brightness .............................................................................................................    75
Contrast.................................................................................................................   75
Check filters ..........................................................................................................    75
External DOS .........................................................................................................      75
Detergent amount..................................................................................................          76
Venting DOS ..........................................................................................................      76
Final rinse temperature..........................................................................................           77
Water plus .............................................................................................................    77
Programme pre-selection ......................................................................................              77
Showroom programme..........................................................................................                77
Factory default setting...........................................................................................          78
To close the Settings menu ...................................................................................              78

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Notes about these instructions

Important warnings
                    Information which is important for safety is highlighted
                   in a thick framed box with a warning symbol. This alerts
                   you to the potential danger of injury to people or damage to
                   property.
                   Read these warning notes carefully and observe the
                   procedural instructions and codes of practice they
                   describe.

Notes
                   Information of particular importance that must be observed
                   is highlighted in a thick framed box.

Additional information and comments
                  Additional information and comments are highlighted in a
                  box framed with a single black line.
                  They are not necessarily critical to the operation of the
                  dishwasher.

Operating steps
                  Instructions on how to operate the dishwasher are described
                  step by step in a logical sequence.
                  Each step is introduced using a black square bullet point.

                  Example:
                   Select the desired setting and press the middle button to
                  confirm.

Display
                  Information given via the display appears in a special display
                  font to match the font on the machine.
                  Example:
                  When the message  Finished or AutoOpen appears in the
                  display ....

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Guide to the machine

Machine overview

a Upper spray arm (not visible)   g Data plate
b Upper basket                    h Child safety lock in the door handle
c Middle spray arm                  (not visible)

d Air inlet for drying            i Rinse aid reservoir

e Lower spray arm                 j Dual compartment detergent
                                    dispenser
f Filter combination
                                  k Salt reservoir

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Guide to the machine

Control panel

a Programmes                               e Delay start button  with indicator
b Display                                    light

c Start/Stop button with indicator light   f + button (Extra drying) with
                                             indicator light
d > button (Further programmes)
  with indicator light                     g  Programme selection button
                                           h  On/Off button

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Correct use

    This dishwasher 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 dishwasher, 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 pass them on to any future owner.

 This dishwasher with its short programme running times and
powerful cleaning performance is intended for commercial use in
office kitchens, clubhouses, small businesses, active kitchens and
other similar commercial environments.

It is also suitable for use in domestic households and in similar
residential environments for example by customers in hotels, motels,
bed and breakfast and other related establishments.
 This dishwasher is not intended for continuous use.
 This dishwasher is not suitable for the reprocessing of medical
products or devices.
 This machine is designed exclusively for use as a "dishwasher" for
cleaning crockery, glassware and cutlery as described in these
instructions. Any other use, conversions and modification are not
permitted and could be dangerous.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation.
 This dishwasher is intended for stationary, indoor use only.
 The special inserts should only be used for their specific
application.
 This dishwasher can only be used by people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or
knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown
how to use it in a safe way and understand and recognise the
consequences of incorrect operation.

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Correct use

 The dishwasher is equipped with a special lamp to cope with
particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical
resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This special lamp
must only be used for the purpose for which it is intended. It is not
suitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by
a Miele authorised person or by Miele Service.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Correct installation
 Do not install this dishwasher in an area where there is a risk of
explosion or freezing conditions.
 To ensure stability a built-under dishwasher must only be installed
beneath a continuous worktop that is bolted to the adjacent
cabinetry.
 In order to reduce the risk of damage from condensation, the
furniture in the area around the dishwasher should be designed for
commercial use.

Technical safety
 This dishwasher must only be installed, commissioned, repaired
and maintained by Miele Professional Service or a suitably qualified
service technician. Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for
unauthorised work.
 This dishwasher must only be operated by appropriately trained
personnel. They must be instructed and trained regularly.
 Before using the dishwasher, check it for any externally visible
damage. Do not use a damaged dishwasher. This could be
dangerous.
 In the event of a damaged or leaking dishwasher, switch off at the
mains immediately and call Miele Professional Service or a suitably
qualified service technician.
 Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele
original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can Miele
guarantee the correct functioning and safety of the appliance.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 The electrical safety of this machine can only be guaranteed when
correctly earthed. If in any doubt, please have the electrical
installation tested by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held
liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g.
electric shock).
 Please follow the advice on installation in these instructions and
the separate Installation diagram.
 Before connecting the appliance, ensure that the connection data
on the data plate (voltage, frequency and fuse rating) match the
mains electrical supply.
 There must be no electrical sockets behind the dishwasher.
Danger of overheating and fire risk if the dishwasher were to be
pushed up against a plug. See "Electrical connection".
 Do not connect the dishwasher to the mains electricity supply via
a multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the
required safety of the machine (e.g. danger of overheating).
 Warning. Do not open the casing of the dishwasher. Any contact
with live connections or tampering with the electrical or mechanical
components of the dishwasher will endanger your safety and may
lead to machine malfunctions.
 The dishwasher must not be used if the electrical connection
cable is damaged. A damaged connection cable may only be
replaced with a specific connection cable of the same type (available
from Miele Service). For safety reasons, such replacement may only
be carried out by a qualified technician or the Miele Service.
 The dishwasher must be disconnected from the mains electricity
supply before any maintenance or repair work is carried out.
 The plastic housing of the water connection contains electrical
components. It must not be dipped in water.
 There are electrical wires in the water inlet hose. Do not shorten
the water inlet hose, even if it is too long.
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Warning and Safety instructions

 The integrated Waterproof system offers protection from water
damage, provided the following conditions are met:
– installation has been carried out correctly,
– the dishwasher is properly maintained and parts are replaced
  where it can be seen that this is necessary,
– the stopcock has been turned off during longer periods of
  inactivity (e.g. whilst on holiday).
The Waterproof system will work even when the dishwasher is
switched off. However, the dishwasher must remain connected to
the electricity supply.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Correct use
 This dishwasher is designed for operation with water and cleaning
agents suitable for use in commercial dishwashers only. Organic
solvents and flammable liquid agents must not be used in it.
This could cause an explosion, damage rubber or plastic
components in the dishwasher and cause liquids to leak out of it.
 Only use cleaning agents formulated for use in commercial
dishwashers. Unsuitable cleaning agents could adversely affect
components of the dishwasher or the items being cleaned.
 Do not sit, stand or lean on the opened door. This would tip or
damage the dishwasher.
 After any plumbing work the water pipework to the dishwasher will
need to be vented. If this is not done, components can be damaged.
 Please be aware that the dishwasher may be operating at high
temperatures. When the door is opened there is a danger of burning
or scalding. Crockery, cutlery, baskets and inserts must be allowed
to cool down before they are unloaded. Any water remaining in
containers could still be very hot. Empty them into the wash cabinet
before taking them out.
 The water in the cabinet must not be used as drinking water.
 Pre-treating items (for example with washing-up liquid and other
cleaning agents) as well as some types of soiling and some cleaning
agents can cause a build-up of foam in the wash cabinet. Foam can
have an adverse effect on the cleaning result.
 Foam escaping from the wash cabinet can cause damage to the
dishwasher. If foam escapes the programme must be cancelled
immediately and the machine must be disconnected from the mains
electrical supply.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 When using cleaning agents and specialised products, it is
essential that the manufacturer's instructions are followed. Cleaning
agents must only be used for the purpose they are designed for and
in the situation specified, to avoid such dangers as serious chemical
reactions and material damage (e.g. oxyhydrogen explosion).
 Do not inhale or ingest powder cleaning agent. Dishwasher
cleaning agents contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which can
cause burning in the nose, mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit
breathing. Seek medical attention immediately if cleaning agent has
been swallowed or inhaled.
 Miele cannot be held liable for any effect chemical cleaning
agents may have on the material of the items being cleaned.
Observe the cleaning agent manufacturer's instructions with regard
to storage conditions, use and dosage.
 To avoid material damage and corrosion, do not allow any acids
or solutions containing chlorides or metals which are not rust-proof
to get into the wash cabinet.
 Do not wash items soiled with ash, sand, wax, lubricating grease
or paint in the dishwasher. These materials will cause damage to the
dishwasher.
 Do not clean the dishwasher or near vicinity with a hose or a
pressure washer.
 Ensure that the stainless steel outer casing of the appliance does
not come into contact with solutions or steam containing acid to
avoid any corrosion damage.
 Be careful when sorting items with sharp pointed ends and
positioning them in the dishwasher that you do not hurt yourself or
create a danger for others. Sharp knives, forks, etc. should be
placed in baskets with the pointed ends facing downwards.
 Remove any coarse food deposits and empty out any containers
or utensils before loading them in the dishwasher.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Safety with children
 Children should be supervised in the vicinity of the dishwasher.
Never allow children to play with the machine. There is a danger that
children might shut themselves in the dishwasher.
 Children under eight years of age must be kept away from the
dishwasher unless they are constantly supervised.
 Children aged eight and older may only use the dishwasher
without supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe
manner. Children must be able to recognise and understand the
potential risks of improper use.
 Keep children away from chemical agents. These contain irritant
and corrosive ingredients which can cause burning in the mouth, or
inhibit breathing. Keep children away from the dishwasher when the
door is open. There could still be residual chemical agent in the
wash cabinet. Seek medical advice immediately if a child has
swallowed or inhaled chemical agent.

Accessories
 Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by
Miele. If other parts are used, warranty, performance and product
liability claims will be invalidated.
 Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance
 with these Warning and Safety instructions.

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing                     Disposing of your old
material                                    appliance
The packaging is designed to protect        Electrical and electronic appliances
the appliance from damage during            often contain valuable materials. They
transportation. The packaging materials     also contain specific materials,
used are selected from materials which      compounds and components, which
are environmentally friendly for disposal   were essential for their correct function
and should be recycled.                     and safety. These could be hazardous
                                            to human health and to the environment
Recycling the packaging reduces the
                                            if disposed of with your domestic waste
use of raw materials in the
                                            or if handled incorrectly. Please do not,
manufacturing process and also
                                            therefore, dispose of your old appliance
reduces the amount of waste in landfill
                                            with your household waste.
sites.

                                            Please dispose of it at your local
                                            community waste collection / recycling
                                            centre for electrical and electronic
                                            appliances, or contact your dealer or
                                            Miele for advice. You are also
                                            responsible (by law, depending on
                                            country) for deleting any personal data
                                            that may be stored on the appliance
                                            being disposed of. Please ensure that
                                            your old appliance poses no risk to
                                            children while being stored prior to
                                            disposal.

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Caring for the environment

Energy-saving washing                       When using powder detergent you
                                             can use 1/3 less detergent if baskets
This dishwasher is exceptionally
                                             are only half full.
economical in its use of water and
electricity. You can make the most of
your machine by following these tips:
 You may connect the dishwasher to a
  hot water supply. This is particularly
  suitable with energy-saving water
  heating sources such as solar energy
  systems. If the hot water system is
  electrically heated and if loads
  consist primarily of glassware we
  recommend connecting the machine
  to the cold water supply.
 For most economical dishwashing,
  make full use of the baskets without
  overloading the dishwasher.
 Choose the programme to suit the
  type of crockery being washed and
  the degree of soiling.
 Select the ECO programme for
  energy-saving dishwashing. This
  programme is the most efficient in
  terms of its combined energy and
  water consumption at cleaning
  normally soiled crockery.
 Follow the detergent manufacturer's
  recommendations on detergent
  dosage.

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Commissioning

Opening the door                           Closing the door
                                            Push the baskets right in.
                                            Then raise the door up, and push
                                             until it clicks into position.

                                             Do not put your hand inside the
                                            door as it is closing.
                                            Danger of injury.

                                           Safety lock
                                           Use the safety lock to prevent children
                                           opening the dishwasher door.

At the end of programmes with a drying
phase (see "Programme chart"), the
door will open automatically a little in
order to help the drying process.
This function can be deactivated, if
preferred (see "Settings, AutoOpen").
 To open the door, reach under the
  door grip and pull.
If the door is opened during operation
all functions are automatically
interrupted.

  Keep the area around the door            To lock the door, push the slide
 free of obstructions.                       underneath the door grip to the right.
                                            To unlock the door, push the slide to
                                             the left.

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Commissioning

Display
General
The display is used to select or set the
following:
– the programme
– the delay start time                     Settings menu

– settings                                 The Settings menu is used to alter the
                                           dishwasher's electronics to suit
During a programme, the display shows      different requirements.
the following:                             You access the Settings menu by
– the stage the programme is at            pressing a specific button combination.
                                           For more information see "Settings
– the estimated time left for the          menu".
  programme to run
                                           In the Settings menu, the normal
– any relevant fault messages and          functions of the buttons underneath the
  information                              display are not active allowing you to
                                           select and confirm menu options with
To save energy, the dishwasher will        these buttons.
switch to Standby-mode within a few
minutes if no programme is running         The left and right arrows in the display
and no button is pressed. After several    indicate that additional options are
more minutes it switches off               available. You can use the arrow
completely (see "Operation,                buttons underneath the display, as
Standby").                                 appropriate, to select these further
To turn the dishwasher back on, press      options.
the  button.                              Use the middle button underneath the
                                           display to confirm messages or settings
                                           and to switch to the next menu or
                                           submenu.
                                           A tick  will appear beside the option
                                           which is currently selected.

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Commissioning

Standard settings                           In the event of a fault, it will help the
                                            service technician if you know the
 Switch the dishwasher on with the 
                                            hardness of your local water supply.
  button.
                                            Enter the water hardness below:
If the dishwasher is being switched on
for the first time, the welcome screen      ____________mmol/l or °d
will appear.
                                            The dishwasher is programmed at the
Language                                    factory for a water hardness level of
                                            2.7 mmol/l (15 °d - German scale).
The display will then change
automatically to the screen for setting      Select the water hardness level for
the language.                                 your water supply and confirm with
                                              the middle button.
See "Display" for more information
about the display and controls.             See "Settings menu, Water hardness"
                                            for more information.
 Select the language you want and
  press the middle button to confirm.       The following two messages  Add
                                            rinse aid and  Add salt may then appear
A tick  will appear next to the            in the display.
language that has been set.                 Press any button to confirm these
Water hardness                              messages. The display will change to
                                            show the main menu.
The display will change to the screen
for setting the water hardness.
– The dishwasher must be
  programmed for the water hardness
  level in your area.
– Your local water authority will be able
  to advise you of the water hardness
  level in your area.
– Where the water hardness fluctuates
  e.g. between 3.1 and 4.5 mmol/l (17 -
  25 °d - German scale) always
  programme the dishwasher to the
  higher value (4.5 mmol/l or 25 °d in
  this example).

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Commissioning

Before using the machine for                If the water in your area is very soft
the first time, you will need:              and constantly lower than 0.7 mmol/l
                                            (4 °d - German scale) you do not
– approx. 1 kg dishwasher salt,
                                            need to add dishwasher salt.
– approx. 110 ml rinse aid,                 The dishwasher must however still
– Dishwasher detergent, see                 be programmed for the water
  "Operation".                              hardness level in your area.

Every dishwasher is tested at the            Do not fill the salt reservoir with
factory. There will be residual water in    powder or liquid detergent.
the machine from this test. It is not an    Dishwasher detergent will damage
indication that it has been used            the water softener.
previously.
                                             Only use special coarse grained
Filling the salt reservoir                  dishwasher salt for reactivation, or
In order to achieve good cleaning           pure evaporated salt.
results, the dishwasher needs to            Miele Professional offer appropriate
operate with soft water. Hard water         products.
results in a build-up of calcium deposits   Other salts may contain insoluble
on crockery and in the dishwasher.          additives which can impair the
Mains water with a hardness level           functioning of the water softener.
higher than 0.7 mmol/l (4 °d - German
scale) needs to be softened. This takes
place automatically in the integrated
water softener. The water softener in
the dishwasher is suitable for a water
hardness level of up to 6.5 mmol/l (36°d
- German scale).
See "Settings menu, Water hardness"
for more information.

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Commissioning
 When filling the salt reservoir only
  open the door halfway to ensure
  that all the salt gets into the reservoir.

                                                Add salt only until the reservoir is full.
                                                 The salt reservoir holds approx. 1 kg
                                                 of salt, depending on the type of salt
                                                 used.
 Press the button on the lid of the salt
  reservoir in the direction of the arrow       Do not add any more than 1 kg of
  until the flap springs open.                  salt.

                                               As the salt reservoir is being filled,
                                               displaced water may run out.
                                                Clean any excess salt from around
                                                 the reservoir opening, and then close
                                                 the flap.
                                                Run the "Pre-wash" programme
                                                 immediately without a load in order to
                                                 remove any traces of salt from the
                                                 cabinet.

 Lift up the funnel.

 Do not fill the reservoir with water.

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Commissioning

Add salt reminder
 When  Add salt appears in the
  display wait until the end of the
  programme and then refill the salt
  reservoir.
 Press the middle button to confirm.
The refill reminder will go out.
After the salt reservoir has been filled,
the refill reminder may still appear in the
display if the salt concentration has not
yet reached the correct level. If this is
the case, confirm again with the middle
button.
The salt refill reminder is deactivated if
the dishwasher is set to a water
hardness of less than 0.7 mmol/l (0 - 4
°dH).

  Run the "Pre-wash" or the
 "Short" programme immediately
 without a load in order to remove any
 traces of salt from the cabinet.

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Commissioning

Rinse aid
Rinse aid is necessary to ensure water
does not cling and leave marks on
crockery during the drying phase, and
helps crockery dry faster after it has
been washed.
Rinse aid is poured into the storage
reservoir and the amount set is
dispensed automatically.

  Fill the reservoir with rinse aid
 only. Do not fill it with washing-up
 liquid or cleaning agent.
 This would damage the rinse aid
 reservoir.

 Suitable products are available from
 Miele Professional.

Alternatively household vinegar with a
max. 5 % acid content or liquid citric
acid with a max. 10 % acid content can
be used. The resulting rinsing and
drying quality will not, however, be as
good as when rinse aid is used.

  Do not use vinegar with a higher
 acid content (e.g. vinegar essence
 25 % acid).
 This would damage the dishwasher.

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Commissioning

Adding rinse aid                               Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This
                                                prevents over-foaming occurring
                                                during the next programme.

                                              You can adjust the rinse aid dosage
                                              for best results (see "Settings menu,
                                              Rinse aid").

                                              Rinse aid refill reminder
                                              When the  Add rinse aid message
                                              appears, the reservoir contains
                                              sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programmes
                                              only.
                                               Add rinse aid in plenty of time.
 Press the button on the lid of the           Press the middle button to confirm.
  rinse aid reservoir in the direction of
  the arrow until the flap springs open.      The refill reminder will go out.

 Add rinse aid only until it is visible in
  the opening.

The reservoir holds approx. 110 ml.

 Close the flap firmly so that it clicks
  into place. Otherwise water can enter
  the rinse aid reservoir during a
  programme.

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Loading the dishwasher

Loading the dishwasher                      Hollow items such as cups, glasses,
                                             pans, etc. must be inverted in the
Remove coarse food residues from
                                             basket.
crockery.
                                            Tall, narrow, hollow items should be
There is no need to rinse items under
                                             placed in the centre of the basket if
running water.
                                             possible to ensure better water
                                             coverage.
Notes
                                            Wide based items should be placed
  Ensure that no acid or solvent            at an angle so that water can run off
 residues, especially hydrochloric           them freely.
 acid or chlorides, get inside the wash
 cabinet.                                   The spray arms must not be blocked
                                             by items which are too tall or hang
                                             through the baskets. If in doubt, test
  Do not wash items soiled with             for free movement by manually
 ash, sand, wax, lubricating grease or       rotating the spray arms.
 paint in the dishwasher.
 These substances will damage the           Small items can fall through the
 dishwasher.                                 holders in the baskets. Small items
                                             should therefore be placed in the
Crockery can be loaded anywhere in           cutlery basket or cutlery tray
the baskets, but the following notes         (depending on model).
should be observed:
                                            Some foods may contain natural
 Load the crockery so that water can       dyes, e.g. carrots, tomatoes or
  access all surfaces. This ensures that    ketchup. Plastic items in the
  they get properly cleaned.                dishwasher may discolour if large
                                            quantities of these foods find their
 Load plates symmetrically in the
                                            way into the dishwasher on the
  upper and lower baskets with the
                                            dishes. The stability of plastic items
  concave surface towards the centre
                                            is not affected by this discolouration.
  of the basket (as shown on the
  following pages).
 Do not place crockery and cutlery
  inside other pieces where they may
  be concealed.
 Load the crockery so that water can
  access all surfaces. This ensures that
  they get properly cleaned.
 Make sure that all items are securely
  positioned.

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Items not suitable for dishwashers:       We recommend
– Wooden cutlery and crockery or          – When purchasing new crockery and
  items with wooden parts: these may        cutlery, make sure they are
  discolour and fade. The glue used in      dishwasher-proof.
  these items is not dishwasher-proof
                                          – Clouding may occur on glasses after
  and wooden handles may come
                                            frequent washing. If delicate
  loose after being washed in a
                                            glassware is washed in the
  dishwasher.
                                            dishwasher ensure that only a special
– Craft items, antiques, valuable vases     glass-care programme with very low
  and decorative glassware: such items      temperatures (see programme chart)
  are not suitable for dishwashers.         is selected and that suitable cleaning
                                            agent is used. This will reduce the
– Plastic items which are not heat
                                            risk of clouding.
  resistant: the high temperatures in
  the dishwasher may cause them to        Please note:
  melt or lose shape.
                                          Silver and aluminium which has been
– Copper, brass, tin and aluminium        in contact with foods containing
  items: these may discolour or           sulphur can discolour.
  become matt.
– Colours painted over a glaze: these       Aluminium components (e.g.
  may fade after a number of washes.       grease filters) must not be cleaned
                                           with caustic alkaline commercial or
– Delicate glassware and glassware
                                           industrial cleaning agents.
  containing lead crystal: clouding may
  occur over time.                         These may damage the material, or
                                           in extreme cases, there is a risk of a
                                           severe explosive chemical reaction
                                           (such as an explosive oxyhydrogen
                                           gas reaction).

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Upper basket                              Hinged spikes
                                          The rows of spikes can be folded down
  For safety reasons, do not             to make more room for larger items
 operate the dishwasher without the       such as casserole dishes.
 upper and lower baskets in place.

                                           Press the yellow lever downwards ,
 Use the upper basket for small,           and then lower the spikes .
  lightweight and delicate items such
  as cups, saucers, glasses, dessert      Cup rack
  bowls, etc. Shallow pans or casserole    Raise the rack upwards to make
  dishes can also be placed in the          room for tall items.
  upper basket.
                                          Glasses can be arranged along the
 Long items such as soup ladles,         cup rack for support during the
  mixing spoons and long knives           programme.
  should be placed horizontally across
  the front of the upper basket.           Lower the cup rack and lean the
                                            glasses against it.

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Jumbo cup rack                             Glass rail
The cup rack can be set at two different   This rail is designed to hold tall glasses
widths so that it can also accommodate     and stemware securely.
large cups.
                                            Lower the rail and lean tall glasses
                                             against it.

                                           Adjusting the height of the glass rail:
                                           You can set the glass rail at two
                                           different heights.

 Pull the cup rack upwards and click it
  back into position at the required
  width.

                                            Pull the rail upwards and click it back
                                             into position at the required height.
                                           Use the low setting for small glasses
                                           and tumblers.
                                           Use the high setting for tall glasses and
                                           stemware.

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Adjusting the upper basket                  Depending on the setting of the upper
In order to gain more space for taller      basket, the following plate dimensions
pieces of crockery in the lower or upper    can be accommodated.
basket, the upper basket can be             Dishwasher with cutlery basket
adjusted on three levels with 2 cm
between each level.                          Upper        Plate Ø in cm
The upper basket can also be set at an       basket
                                                          Upper        Lower
angle with one side high and the other       level
                                                          basket       basket
side low. This can be useful to help
prevent water being left in deep dishes      Upper        20           31
etc. Ensure, however, that the basket        Middle       22           29
can be inserted smoothly into the
cabinet.                                     Lower        24           27

 Pull out the upper basket.

To raise the upper basket:
 Lift the basket up until it clicks into
  place.
To lower the upper basket:
 Pull upwards on the levers at either
  side of the upper basket.
 Adjust the basket to the desired
  height and then push the levers
  securely back down into position.

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Lower basket
 Use the lower basket for larger and
  heavier items such as plates, serving
  platters, saucepans, serving dishes,
  etc. Glasses, cups and small items
  such as saucers can also be placed
  in the lower basket.

                                           Place very large plates in the centre
                                            of the lower basket.

                                          When tilted, plates up to 35 cm in
                                          diameter can be accommodated.

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Removable MultiComfort insert             Glass rack
The rear section of the lower basket is    The glass rack can be raised to make
used for washing cups, glasses, plates      more room for tall items.
and pots.
                                           Stemware, e.g. wine glasses or
You can remove the MultiComfort insert      champagne flutes, can be leaned
to make more room for larger items          against the glass rack or suspended
such as pans and casserole dishes.          from it.
                                          The height of the glass rack is
                                          adjustable.

To remove the insert
 Pull the yellow handle forwards and
  remove the insert.                       Slide the glass rack to the desired
                                            height until the catches click into
To replace the insert                       place at the top or rest on the
 Fit the insert into the lower basket      bottom.
with the hooks under the long cross-
piece.
 Press down on the insert until it
clicks into position.

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Glass rail                                    Press the yellow lever downwards ,
This rail is designed to hold tall glasses     and then lower the spikes .
and stemware securely.                       Bottle holder
                                             The bottle holder can be used to wash
                                             narrow items, e.g. milk and baby
                                             bottles.

 Lower the rail and lean tall glasses
  against it.

Hinged spikes
The spikes at the front are used for          If the bottle holder is not needed, lift
washing plates, soup bowls, platters,          it up  and fold the sides down ,
dessert bowls and saucers.                     as illustrated.

Both rows of spikes can be lowered to
make more room for large items, e.g.
pots, pans and serving dishes.

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Cutlery basket

                                             Fit it onto the cutlery basket if
                                              required.
The cutlery basket can be placed
anywhere on the front rows of spikes in
the lower basket.
 To avoid the risk of injury, knives and
  forks should be placed with the
  handles upwards in the basket.
  However, cutlery placed handle down
  in the basket will come out cleaner
  and drier.
 Place small items of cutlery in the
  individual slots on three sides of the
  cutlery basket.

Cutlery insert for the cutlery
                                             Insert cutlery with the handles facing
basket
                                              downwards.
Use the insert supplied for heavily           Distribute the cutlery evenly.
soiled items of cutlery. The insert
separates the items so that they can be
more easily accessed by water.

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Operation

Detergent                                Liquid detergent
                                         This dishwasher can be fitted with an
Powder detergents
                                         external dispenser pump for liquid
 Use powder detergent or dishwasher      detergent (DOS module).
 tabs only in the door dispenser         See "Settings menu - External
 compartment.                            dispensing" to activate the dispenser
 Suitable products are available from    pump and set the dosage..
 Miele Professional.
                                         For special soiling and if using liquid
 Tabs can be used.                       detergent, contact Miele for advice on
 Only use tabs that are quick            how to set the dosage for best results.
 dissolving. Suitable tabs are
 available from Miele Professional.        Cleaning agents containing
                                          active chlorine must not be used.
 Add powder detergent or cleaning        They can damage plastics and
  tabs to the detergent compartment.      elastomers in the dishwasher.
Detergent dosage
                                         Refilling or changing containers
 Unless directed otherwise, use one
  tab or add 20 to 25 g of powder        The DOS module is equipped with a
  detergent to compartment II,           level indicator. Add detergent will appear
  depending on the level of soiling.     in the display when the level drops
  With very heavy soiling you can also   below the minimum.
  add a small amount of powder            As soon as the message appears in
  detergent to compartment l (see          the display, refill or replace the
  "Programme chart").                      container with a full one at the end of
                                           the programme.
 Failure to dispense the
 recommended amount of detergent          Confirm the message shown with the
 may impair cleaning results.              OK button.

                                          Replace the container in good time
                                          to prevent the dispensing system
                                          being emptied completely.
                                          An empty dispensing system must
                                          be vented before starting the next
                                          programme.

                                          Place the container on the open
                                           cabinet door or on a surface which is
                                           easy to clean.

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                                            Wipe up any spilled chemical agent
                                             thoroughly.
                                            Place the container on the floor next
                                             to the dishwasher or in an adjacent
                                             cupboard. The container must be on
                                             the same level as the dishwasher. It
                                             must not be placed higher than the
                                             dishwasher or on top of it.
                                            The DOS system must then be
                                             vented.

                                            To vent the system and adjust the
                                            dosage amount, see
 Unscrew and remove the siphon.            "Settings menu, External DOS".
  Place the siphon on the open cabinet
  door.                                    Checking consumption
 Replace the empty container with a       Monitor the amount of chemical agents
  full one.                                used by regularly checking the level in
 Push the siphon into the opening of      the container.
  the container and screw it on tightly.    Always follow the recommendations
  Observe the colour coding.                of the cleaning agent manufacturer
                                            whether using powder or liquid
                                            cleaning agent.

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  Do not inhale or ingest powder
 detergent. Do not swallow
 dishwasher detergents. Dishwasher
 detergents can cause burning in the
 nose, mouth and throat if swallowed,
 or inhibit breathing. Seek medical
 attention immediately if detergent
 has been swallowed or inhaled. Keep
 children away from detergents. Keep
 children away from the dishwasher
 when the door is open. Detergent
 residues could be present in the
 machine. Do not fill the detergent
 dispenser until just before starting      Add the required amount of detergent
 the programme and activate the door        and close the flap.
 safety lock.
                                           Make sure that the detergent
                                            packaging is properly closed after
Adding powder detergent                     use to avoid it getting damp and
                                            clumping together.

                                          Dispensing information
                                          Compartment I holds max. 10 ml,
                                          Compartment II holds max. 50 ml of
                                          detergent.
                                          There are markings to assist with
                                          dispensing: 20 and 30. The marks
                                          indicate a level of approx. 20 or 30 ml
                                          when the door is open in the horizontal
                                          position.
                                          They also indicate the approx. level in
                                          grams (depending on the manufacturer
 Press the opening catch on the          and the coarseness of the agent).
  detergent dispenser. The flap will
  spring open.
The flap is always open at the end of a
programme.

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Switching on                               When the indicator light next to the 
                                           symbol lights up, you can select further
 Open the stopcock, if it is closed.
                                           programmes using the > button.
 Make sure the spray arms can rotate      With further programmes the name of
  freely.                                  the programme will alternate with the
                                           programme duration in the display.
 Close the door.
 Switch the dishwasher on with the       You can now select additional
  button.                                  functions (see "Additional functions").

The ECO programme (which is the            To start a programme
factory default programme) will appear
in the display and the appropriate          Press the Start/Stop button.
indicator light will come on.              The programme will begin.
After a short while, the estimated
running time for the programme will        If any additional functions are selected,
appear in the display.                     the appropriate indicator lights will also
                                           light up.
You can also change the setting to the
programme you last used (see "Settings      A programme should only be
menu, Programme preselection").             cancelled in the first few minutes, if
                                            at all.
Selecting a programme                       Important programme stages (e.g.
Choose your programme according to          reactivating the water softener) could
the type of load and how dirty it is.       otherwise be omitted.

The different programmes and their
uses are described in the Programme
chart later on in this booklet.
 Select the programme required with
  the  button.
The indicator light for the selected
programme comes on and the indicator
light for the Start/Stop button flashes.

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Time display                               Standby
The duration of the programme selected     To save energy, the dishwasher will
appears in hours and minutes in the        switch to Standby mode a few minutes
display before the programme begins.       after the last time a button has been
During the programme, the time left        pressed or a few minutes after the end
until the end of the programme is          of the programme. The display and the
displayed.                                 indicator lights will go out and only the
                                           Start/Stop indicator will flash slowly.
Symbols appear to indicate which stage
the programme is at:                        Press any button to switch the
                                             display back on.
 Pre-wash
 Main wash                                If the dishwasher is not switched off at
 Interim rinse                            the end of the programme, it will switch
 Final rinse                              off completely after a few minutes in
 Drying                                   Standby mode (see "Settings menu,
 Finished                                 Optimise standby").
The displayed programme duration may        The dishwasher will not switch into
vary with the same programme. It is         Standby mode whilst a programme is
influenced by, among other things, the      running, if salt or rinse aid needs to
water temperature at each intake, the       be replenished or there is a fault.
reactivation process of the water
softener and the amount of dishes.          You can switch off the reminders to
When a programme is selected for the        replenish salt and rinse aid so that
first time, the display shows an average    the dishwasher will go into Standby
programme duration for warm water.          despite a lack of salt or rinse aid (see
                                            "Settings menu, Refill display").
The programme duration changes if the       You cannot switch off fault
electrical connection is changed.           messages.

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At the end of the programme                Switching off
The programme has finished when            At the end of a programme:
 Finished or AutoOpen appears in the
                                            Switch the dishwasher off with the 
display and the door has opened
                                             button.
slightly (if applicable).
                                            The dishwasher will continue to use
 If Extra drying was selected and
                                            electricity until it is switched off with
 AutoOpen is active, the drying fan will
                                            the  button.
 run for a few minutes after the
 programme has ended.                      Tip: If the dishwasher is not going to be
                                           used for a longer period of time, e.g.
 Open the door completely to re-
                                           whilst on holiday, the stopcock should
  engage the door closing mechanism.
                                           be closed.
You can now empty the dishwasher.
                                           Unloading the dishwasher
  If you have deactivated the
                                           Dishes tend to break and chip more
 automatic door opening function (see
                                           easily when they are hot. Allow the
 "Settings menu, AutoOpen"), but
                                           dishes to cool until they are comfortable
 would still like to open the door at
                                           enough to handle before unloading
 the end of the programme, then
                                           them.
 make sure that you open the door
 fully.                                    If you open the door fully after switching
 Otherwise steam from the                  off, the dishes will cool much faster.
 dishwasher could damage the edge          First unload the lower basket, then the
 of the worktop because the fan is no      upper basket and finally the cutlery tray
 longer running.                           (depending on model).
                                           This will prevent water drops from the
                                           upper basket and cutlery tray from
                                           falling onto the dishes in the lower
                                           basket.

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Interrupting a programme                  Changing a programme
A programme is interrupted as soon as      If the detergent dispenser cover has
the door is opened.                        already opened, powder detergent
If the door is closed again, the           must be added for the new
programme will continue from the point     programme unless liquid cleaning
it was at before the door was opened.      agent is being dispensed.
  Water in the dishwasher may be         If a programme has already started and
 hot. Danger of scalding.                 you wish to change it, proceed as
 Only open the door if absolutely         follows:
 necessary and exercise extreme
 caution when doing so. Before             Press the Start/Stop button for at
 closing the door again, leave it ajar      least one second.
 for approx. 20 seconds. This will        The programme will be cancelled.
 enable the temperature in the wash
 cabinet to settle. Then raise the door    Select the programme you want, and
 up and push until the catch engages.       then start it.

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Additional functions

Extra drying                                  Delay start
For better drying results and to reduce       The start time of a programme can be
the amount of steam that escapes              delayed, e.g. to benefit from cheaper
when the door is opened, the Extra            electricity tariffs at night. A delay start
drying function extends the fan runtime       time of between 30 minutes and
at the end of the programme. This             24 hours can be selected. The delay
function is not available for all             start time is set in 30 minute steps.
programmes (see "Programme chart").
                                               When using the Delay start function,
When Extra drying is selected, the             make sure that the detergent
programme duration will increase by            compartment is dry before adding
approx. 20-30 minutes, depending on            detergent. Wipe dry with a cloth if
the programme.                                 necessary.
 Switch the dishwasher on with the           If the compartment is wet, powder
  button.                                      detergent can become lumpy and
                                               stick to the dispenser, with the result
The Start/Stop indicator light will flash.     that it is not fully dispensed.
 Select a programme.
                                               Switch the dishwasher on with the 
 Press the  button.                           button.
The "" indicator light will come on if       The Start/Stop indicator light will flash.
this function is available for the selected
programme. Otherwise Option not                Select the programme you require
possible appears in the display.                (see "Operation, Selecting a
                                                programme").
 Press the Start/Stop button to start
  the programme.                               Press the  button.
                                              The last delay start time will appear in
                                              the display. The "Delay start" indicator
                                              light comes on.
                                               Set the required time using the 
                                                button.
                                              If you keep the Delay start button
                                              pressed in, the time will increase
                                              automatically up to 24:00 h. To start at
                                              30 minutes again, press the  button
                                              twice.

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 Press the Start/Stop button.             Starting a programme before the
                                           Delay start period has elapsed:
The Start/Stop indicator light will come
on.                                        A programme can be started before the
                                           Delay start period has elapsed. Proceed
If you do not press the Start/Stop         as follows:
button within a few seconds after you
have set the Delay start time, the          Press the Start/Stop button for at
programme duration will appear in the        least one second.
display again. You will have to set the    The Delay start indicator light will go out
Delay start time again.                    and the Start/Stop indicator light will
The time starts counting down in           flash.
minutes until the programme start time.     Press the Start/Stop button again.
At the end of the delay period, the        The programme will start. The Start/
programme selected begins                  Stop indicator light will light up
automatically. The time left for a         constantly.
programme to run then shows in the
display, the Delay start indicator light
goes out and the Start/Stop indicator
light comes on.

  To prevent children coming into
 contact with detergent:
 Do not fill the detergent dispenser
 until just before starting the
 programme, i.e. before pressing the
 Start/Stop button, and activate the
 safety lock.

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