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Operating instructions for Washing machine W 5741 To avoid the risk of accidents en - AU, NZ or damage to the machine, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 09 493 620
Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance
material or machine
The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances /
has been selected from materials which machines often contain materials
are environmentally friendly for disposal which, if handled or disposed of
and can normally be recycled. incorrectly, could be potentially
hazardous to human health and to the
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
environment. They are, however,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
essential for the correct functioning of
kept out of the reach of babies and
your appliance or machine. Therefore,
young children. Danger of suffocation.
please do not dispose of your old
Rather than just throwing these machine or appliance with your
materials away, please ensure they are household waste.
offered for recycling.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre and ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
It should be unplugged or disconnected
from the mains electricity supply by a
competent person.
The plug must be rendered useless
and the cable cut off directly behind the
appliance to prevent misuse.
2Contents
Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operating the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Washing environmentally and economically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Energy and water consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Detergent consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
How to wash correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Brief instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Extra quiet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Final spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Extra options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Garment care label symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Changing the programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Cancelling a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Changing a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
3Contents Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 The correct detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Water softeners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Washing with several components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Fabric conditioners and liquid starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Colour run and dye removers/dyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Cleaning the drum (Hygiene Info) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Cleaning the external casing and fascia panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Cleaning the water inlet filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 What to do if . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 The programme does not start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 The following fault message appears in the display and the programme has been cancelled. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 The following message appears in the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 An unsatisfactory wash result . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 The drum door does not open when you press the Door button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Future updates (PC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Appliance warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Installation surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Installing the washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Removing the transit bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Re-fitting the transit bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 4
Contents
Levelling the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Screwing out and adjusting the feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Building under a continuous worktop / in a kitchen run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Washer and Dryer stack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
The Miele water protection system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Connection to the water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Connection to the drainage system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Consumption data for the nominated energy labelling programme
according to AS/NZS 2040.1 & AS/NZS 2040.2 Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Notes for test institutes: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Programmable functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
To access programmable functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
To select a programmable function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
To alter a programmable function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
To come out of programmable functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Language ! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Water plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Gentle action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Suds cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Temperature unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Keypad tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Standby display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Anti-crease. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
CareCollection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
5Warning and Safety instructions
This washing machine conforms to 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 washing
machine, please read these instructions carefully before using it
for the first time. They contain important information on its
installation, 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 owner.
Correct application
~ This washing machine is designed for domestic use and for use
in similar environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed &
breakfasts and other typical living quarters. This does not include
common/shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels,
motels or bed & breakfasts. It must only be used to wash garments
which have been declared suitable for washing by the manufacturer
indicated on the garment care label.
Any other use may be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or
operation.
~ The washing machine is not suitable for outdoor use.
~ This washing machine is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning its use by a person
responsible for their safety.
~ This washing machine must not be installed and operated in
mobile installations (e.g. on a ship).
6Warning and Safety instructions
Safety with children
~ Keep children away from the washing machine at all times. It is
not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury, do not allow children to play on
or near it or to play with its controls. Supervise children whilst you
are using it.
~ Older children may only use the washing machine if its operation
has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it
safely, recognising the dangers of misuse.
~ For machines with a 'porthole' door, remember that the porthole
glass will be hot when washing at very high temperatures.
Do not let children touch it.
7Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety ~ Before setting up the washing machine, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install or use a damaged washing machine. ~ Before connecting the washing machine, ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and rated load) match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. ~ The electrical safety of this washing machine can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system which complies with current local and national safety regulations. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and regularly tested and where there is any doubt, the household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock). ~ Do not connect the washing machine to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead. Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating). ~ Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the machine be guaranteed. ~ Please refer to the information in "Installation and connection" and "Technical data". ~ The accesibility of the plug must be always ensured in order to separate the washing machine from the mains. 8
Warning and Safety instructions
~ Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the
user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele approved service technician.
Ensure current is not supplied to the machine until after
maintenance or repair work has been carried out.
~ If the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by a
Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger.
~ In the event of a fault or for cleaning purposes, the washing
machine is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when:
– it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn, or
– it is switched off at the mains, or
– the mains fuse is withdrawn, or the screw-out fuse is removed (in
countries where this is applicable).
~ This washing machine must only be connected to the on-site
water supply using a new hose kit. Old hoses must not be re-used.
~ In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or
other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the machine and its
surroundings in a clean condition at all times. Any damage which
may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered
by the machine warranty.
~ Do not make any alterations to the washing machine unless
authorised to do so by Miele.
9Warning and Safety instructions Correct use ~ The maximum load capacity is 7 kg (dry laundry). See the "Programme chart" for the specific load capacities of individual programmes. ~ Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point. ~ Before using the washing machine for the first time, check that the transit bars at the rear of the machine have been removed (see section on "Installation"). During spinning, a transit bar which is still in place may result in damage to both the machine and adjacent furniture or appliances. ~ Turn off the tap if the machine is to be left for any length of time (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor drain (gully) in the imme- diate vicinity. ~ Flooding danger. If hooking the drain hose into a wash basin, check that the water can drain off quickly enough to prevent the sink from overflowing. Make sure the drain hose is secure, so that the force of the water flowing out of the hose does not dislodge it. ~ Take care to ensure that foreign objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins, paper clips) do not find their way into the machine with the laundry. These may damage components of the machine (e.g. suds container, drum), which in turn can result in damage to the laundry. ~ The new hose sets supplied with the appliance are to be used. Old hose sets should not be re-used. 10
Warning and Safety instructions
~ If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the machine
should not need to be descaled. If, however, you do wish to descale
the machine, only use Miele Descaler for washing machines and
strictly observe the instructions on the packaging. If in doubt,
contact Miele or your Miele Chartered Agent.
~ Fabrics that have been treated with solvent-based cleaning
agents must be rinsed out in water before washing in the washing
machine.
~ Never use solvent-based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing
benzene, in this machine, as this may result in damage to
component parts and create toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a
fire and explosion hazard.
~ Never use solvent-based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing
benzene, to clean the outside surfaces of this machine. They can
cause damage to plastic surfaces.
~ Dyes need to be suitable for use in your washing machine and
can only be used in domestic quantities. Follow the manufacturer's
instructions carefully.
~ Sulphur compounds in dye removers can cause corrosion. Dye
removers must not be used in the washing machine.
~ If detergent comes into contact with eyes, rinse out immediately
with lukewarm water. If swallowed, see a doctor immediately.
Persons with skin wounds or sensitive skin should avoid contact with
washing detergent.
11Warning and Safety instructions Accessories ~ Only use genuine Miele spare parts and accessories with this appliance. If non-Miele parts are used, warranty, performance and product liability claims may be invalidated. ~ Miele tumble dryers can be stacked with Miele washing machines. To enable this, a stacking kit can be purchased from Miele as an optional accessory. Please ensure that you order the correct stacking kit to match the washing machine and tumble dryer combination. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non- compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions. 12
Operating the machine
Control panel
a Extra option buttons f Start/Stop button
Various Extra options can be added For starting the programme selected
to the washing programmes. and cancelling a programme once it
has started.
b Display
See the following page for more g Programme selector
information. For selecting a programme. The
indicator light next to the selected
c Temperature button
programme will come on. The
For selecting a temperature.
programme selector can be turned
d Spin speed button clockwise or anti-clockwise.
For selecting the final spin speed or
h K button
e (Rinse hold) or No . (Without
For switching the washing machine
spin).
on and off.
e PC / Optical interface To save energy, washing machine
This is used by service technicians will switch off automatically 15
to run diagnostic checks on your minutes after programme end/Anti
machine and can also be used to crease or if no other function is
update programming data in the selected after switching on.
future.
i Door button
Opens the machine door.
13Operating the machine
Programme duration
After the start of a programme, the
estimated programme duration will
appear in the display in hours and
minutes.
During the first 8 minutes the washing
machine measures how much water is
being absorbed by the laundry and
uses this to calculate the load. The
programme duration may be longer or
shorter depending on this absorbency
rate.
The following are selected via the
display: Programmable functions
– wash temperature The programmable functions can be
– spin speed used to tailor washing programmes to
suit your individual requirements. In
– programmable functions programming mode, the display will
– cancellation of a programme show the function selected.
– safety lock
The display also shows:
– the programme duration
– the programme sequence
14Before using for the first time
Setting the language
Before using the machine for the first
You will be asked to select the
time, ensure that it is correctly
language you require for the display. It
installed and connected. See
is possible to change the language at
"Installation and connection". Also
any time via the programmable
check that the drain filter is securely
functions.
tightened to prevent the risk of water
leaks during use. ! deutsch
^ Select the language you require by
This washing machine has turning the programme selector.
completed a comprehensive Confirm your selection by pressing
functional test. A small quantity of the Start/Stop button.
water remains in the drum as a result.
Reminder to remove transport struts
For safety reasons, spinning is not
possible until the machine has been To avoid the risk of damage, the
prepared for using for the first time. To transport struts must be removed
activate the spinning function, you must before the machine is used for the
run a wash programme without laundry first time. See "Installation and
and without detergent. connection" for instructions on how
to do this.
Using detergent could result in an
excessive build-up of foam. ^ After removing the transport struts (if
This also activates the ball valve. The this has not already been done by
ball valve prevents detergent escaping your fitter), press the Start/Stop
from the suds container into the sump button.
during a wash programme, thus making
maximum use of the detergent. Running your first programme
^ Press the K button in. Run a Cottons r programme without
any laundry and without detergent.
If the washing machine is being
switched on for the first time, the ^ Open the tap.
welcome screen will appear. ^ Press the Start/Stop button.
The welcome screen will not appear ^ At the end of the programme, switch
again once a programme lasting the machine off.
longer than 1 hour has been
The machine is now ready for use.
completed.
15Washing environmentally and economically
Energy and water consumption Detergent consumption
– Water consumption and energy – Do not exceed the amounts of
usage are determined by the size of detergent recommended by the
the load. manufacturer on the packaging.
To make the most out of your
– Adjust the dosage to the degree of
machine, load the maximum dry load
soiling of the laundry.
for the programme you are using.
– Reduce the amount of detergent with
– When smaller amounts of laundry are
smaller loads (approx. 1/3 less than
washed, the automatic load
the amount recommended can be
recognition system will reduce the
used when washing a half load).
amount of water, time and energy
used. This may mean that the time
Choosing the correct Extra option
left shown in the display is adjusted
(Short, Pre-wash and Pre-wash +
during the course of the wash
Soak)
programme.
Select:
– Use the Express 20 programme for
small loads. – A wash programme together with the
Short Extra option for light to normal
– Modern detergents enable washing
soiling where there are no obvious
at reduced temperatures (e.g. 20°C).
marks.
Use appropriate temperature
settings for saving energy. – A wash programme without any Extra
options for normal to heavy soiling
– To maintain hygienic conditions in
with visible staining.
the washing machine, it is
recommended that you occasionally – A wash programme together with the
run a wash with a temperature of at Pre-wash + Soak Extra option for
least 60°C. The Hygiene Info heavily soiled laundry.
message in the display reminds you
– The Pre-wash Extra option for
to do this.
laundry with large amounts of dirt
– Using the Cottons 40°C programme (e.g. dust, sand).
is recommended for a normally
soiled load and is the programme When drying with a tumble dryer
used in energy/water consumption
Selecting the highest possible spin
tests to AS/NZS 2040 (Refer to
speed for the wash programme will
consumption data).
save energy when drying in a tumble
dryer afterwards.
16How to wash correctly
Brief instructions
The headings numbered A, B, C, . . .
,If you use a solvent-based
cleaning agent (e.g. one containing
show the operating sequence and can
benzene) to pre-treat a stain, make
be used as brief instructions.
sure that any plastic parts (e.g.
A Sort the laundry buttons) are protected, and that the
cleaning agent is rinsed off before
washing the garment in the
machine.
,Do not use solvent-based
cleaning agents in this machine.
^ Sort the laundry by colour and by
care label. Most garments have a
textile care label in the collar or side
seam.
Dark textiles often contain excess dye
^ Empty all pockets. and should be washed separately
several times first. Always wash whites
,Foreign objects (e.g. nails, and coloureds separately.
coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause
damage to garments and – Curtains: Remove lead weights first
components in the machine. or place in a laundry bag.
– Underwiring and collar stiffeners:
^ Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should Any loose wiring in bras, shirt collar
be cleaned as soon as possible, stiffeners, etc. should be removed or
preferably whilst still fresh. Spillages sewn-in.
should be carefully dabbed off using
a soft colourfast cloth. Do not rub! – Close any zips, fasten hooks and
eyes etc. before washing.
Badly soiled areas can be pre-treated
with liquid detergent, stain removers – Fasten duvet covers etc. to prevent
etc. first, following the manufacturer's small items from being rolled up
instructions. With particularly stubborn inside them.
stains, ask your dry cleaner for advice. Do not wash any items in this machine
which are specified by the
manufacturer as not washable on the
care label (h symbol).
17How to wash correctly
B Switch on the washing machine D Select a programme
C Load the drum
^ Press the Door button to open the
drum door.
^ Unfold the laundry and load loosely
in the drum. Mixing both large and
small items gives better wash results
and also helps distribute the load
evenly during spinning.
The most efficient use of energy and
water is achieved when a full load is
washed. However, do not overload as
this causes creases and reduces ^ Turn the programme selector
cleaning efficiency. clockwise or anti-clockwise to select
the required programme. The
Make sure that no garments are programme indicator light for the
caught between the drum door and programme selected will come on.
seal.
E Select a temperature / spin speed
The suggested temperature and/or spin
speed can be changed.
1:49 r 1400
^ Press the Temperature button to alter
the temperature and press the Spin
speed button to alter the spin speed.
^ Shut the door with a gentle swing.
18How to wash correctly
F Selecting Extra options Pre-wash+
By pressing the Pre-wash+ button, you
cannot only activate Pre-wash, but also
set an extra soak time of one or two
hours.
Press the button:
Once = Pre-wash
Twice = Pre-wash + 1-hour Soak
3 times = Pre-wash + 2-hour Soak
4 times = switched off
^ Select any Extra options by pressing Extra quiet
the appropriate button. The relevant You can reduce the noise level of the
indicator light will come on to show washing machine if you want to wash
which Extra option has been during rest periods, e.g. at night.
selected.
When selecting Extra quiet, the
Not all the Extra options are suitable for machine won't spin and Rinse hold is
use with every programme. activated. The programme duration is
You can only select Extra options which longer.
are compatible with the basic To deactivate Rinse hold
programme being used.
^ Choose the spin speed by pressing
Short the Spin button.
For light to normal soiling with no visible
staining.
The duration of the main wash is
reduced.
Water plus
The water level in the main wash and
the rinses will be increased if the Water
plus option is selected.
However, you can select other settings
for Water plus. These are described in
"Programmable functions".
19How to wash correctly
G 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 the
laundry.
– limescale deposits on the heater
elements. ^ Pull out the detergent drawer and
. . . too much detergent results in: place detergent in the compartments
as follows:
– excessive foam which causes a low
level of agitation and poor wash, i
rinse and spin results. Detergent for Pre-wash (if selecting
– higher water consumption (an Pre-wash, add 1/4 of the total amount
additional rinse cycle will recommended). This compartment is
automatically switch in). also used for starch formulations
when starching separately.
– a burden to the environment.
j
Detergent for the main wash,
including Soak if selected
§
Fabric conditioners or liquid starch
^ Close the detergent drawer.
See "Detergent" for further information.
20How to wash correctly
H Start the programme
Check that all items have been
^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button.
removed from the drum. Items left in
The estimated programme duration will the drum could discolour other items
appear in the display once the in the next wash or become
programme has started. During the first discoloured themselves.
8 minutes the machine measures how
much water is being absorbed by the
laundry. The programme duration may
be longer or shorter depending on this
absorbency rate.
The programme sequence is also
shown in the display. The washing
machine shows you when each section
of the programme is reached.
I Remove the laundry when the
programme has finished
In the anti-crease phase after the
programme has finished, the following ^ Check the folds in the door seal for
will appear in the display: any small articles, e.g. buttons, which
0:00 Finish might be lodged there.
^ Press the Door button to open the ^ Switch the machine off with the
drum door. K button.
The machine will switch off To avoid the build-up of mildew, it is
automatically 15 minutes after the recommended that the door is left
end of the Anti-crease phase. Push ajar when the machine is not in use.
the K button to switch the machine
back on.
^ Remove the laundry.
21Spinning
Final spin speed To omit the final spin (Rinse hold)
Programme rpm ^ Press the Spin speed button to
Cottons 1400 choose the Rinse hold setting. The
laundry will not be spun and will
Minimum iron 1200
remain suspended in the final rinse
Delicates 600 water. This reduces creasing if the
Woollens / 1200 laundry is not going to be removed
Proofing 1000 from the drum immediately after the
Express 20 1400 end of the programme.
Automatic plus 1200 – To start the final spin:
Darks and denim 1200 The washing machine will display the
Shirts 600 maximum spin speed possible. You
Intensive plus 1400 can select a lower spin speed. Start
Spin 1400
the final spin by pressing the Start/
Stop button.
Separate rinse/Starch 1200
– To end the programme:
You can reduce the final spin speed.
However, you cannot select a final spin Press the Door button. The water will
speed higher than that shown in the drain away. Press the Door button
chart above. again to open the door.
Rinse and interim spin To omit rinse and interim spin and
the final spin (No .)
There is a spin after the main wash and
between the rinses. A reduction in the ^ Press the Spin speed button to
final spin speed will also reduce the choose the No . setting.
interim spin speed. For the programme The water will drain away and the
Cottons with a spin speed of less than machine will go straight into the anti-
700 rpm, an additional rinse is crease stage.
introduced.
An additional rinse is introduced for
some programmes in this setting.
22Programme chart
Cottons Cold to 90°C Max. load 7.5 kg
Item Cottons, linens or cotton mixed fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling,
underwear, T-shirts etc.
Minimum iron Cold to 60°C Max. load 3.5 kg
Item Synthetics, mixed fibres and easy care cottons.
Note Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.
Delicates Cold to 60°C Max. load 2.5 kg
Item For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres and
rayon.
Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washable by
the manufacturer.
Notes – Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with a pre-
wash advisable.
– For items which crease easily, deselect the spin.
Woollens / Cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg
Item Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics. If
the care label does not specify a temperature, wash using the cold
setting.
Note Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.
Proofing 40°C Max. load 2.5 kg
Item For treating microfibre fabrics, skiwear, fine, closeweave cotton
garments (poplin) or tablecloths to provide a water and dirt resistant
finish.
Notes – The items should be freshly washed and spun or dried before
proofing.
– For best results, the items should be heat-treated afterwards,
either in a tumble dryer or by ironing.
23Programme chart
Express 20 Cold to 40°C Max. load 3.5 kg
Item Cotton items that are only lightly soiled.
Note The Extra option Short is automatically activated.
Automatic plus Cold to 40°C Max. load 5.0 kg
Item Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum iron
programmes. Sort according to colour.
Note The wash parameters (e.g. water level, wash rhythm and spin
speed) are adjusted automatically in this programme to ensure the
best possible care and wash result for each item.
Darks and denim Cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg
Item Black and dark garments made from cotton, mixed fibres and
denim.
Notes – Wash inside out.
– Denim often contains excess dye and will run during the first few
washes. Wash light and dark coloured items separately.
Shirts Cold to 60°C Max. load 2.0 kg
Notes – Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary.
– Wash silk garments on the Delicates programme.
24Programme chart
Intensive plus Cold to 90°C Max. load 7.0 kg
Item Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum iron
programmes. Sort according to colour.
Notes – The Extra Pre-wash function is automatically activated.
– The main wash cycle is extended.
Spin
Notes – Drain only: Set spin speed to No ..
– Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.
Separate rinse/Starch Max. load 7.0 kg
Item – For rinsing handwashed items.
– Table cloths, napkins and overalls that require starching.
Notes – Reduce the spin speed for items which crease easily.
– Laundry that is to be starched should be washed but not treated
with fabric conditioner.
– To achieve particularly good rinsing results with two rinse cycles,
the Water plus Extra option should be selected. When selecting
Water plus, the Extra rinse option needs to be activated.
25Extra options
Selectable Extra options:
Sh
Wa
P re
P re
Ex
tr a
ort
ter
-w
-w
as
as
qu
plu
h
h+
iet
s
So
ak
Cottons X X X X X
Minimum iron X X X X X
Delicates X X X X
Woollens / X
Proofing X
1)
Express 20 X X X
Automatic plus X
Darks and denim X X X X
Shirts X X X X X
Intensive plus X X2) X
Spin
Separate rinse/Starch X X
X1) = Extras that are preset by the programme
X2) = Extras that are preset by the programme cannot be deselected
26Garment care label symbols
Washing Drying
The figure quoted in the tub is the The number of dots indicates the
maximum temperature the garment drying temperature
can be washed at. q Normal temperature
9 No bar under the symbol = r Low temperature
normal agitation
s Do not tumble dry
4 One bar under the symbol =
reduced agitation
Ironing
c Two bars under the symbol =
The number of dots indicates the
much reduced agitation
ironing temperature
/ Hand wash (If no temperature
I approx. 200°C
is specified, use the lowest
temperature or cold) H approx. 150°C
h Do not wash G approx. 110°C
J Do not iron
Examples of programme selection
Professional cleaning
Programme Care label
f Dry clean only. The letters
Cottons 9ö8E76 indicate the type of cleaning
p
Minimum iron 54321 agent required.
w Professional Wet Clean only
Delicates ac
D Do not dry clean
Woollens / /
Express 20 76 Bleaching
Automatic plus 7621 x Any oxidising bleaching
agent can be used
{ Only use an oxygen-based
bleach or a non-chlorine
bleach
z Do not bleach
27Programme sequence
Main wash Rinses Spinning
Water Wash Water Rinses Interim Final
level rhythm level spin spin
Cottons d a ( 2-32) L L
Minimum iron ( c e 2-33) L L
Delicates e d e 3 – L
Woollens / e f e 2 L L
Proofing ( d – – – L
Express 20 d b d 1-33) L L
Automatic plus ( abc e 2-3 3)
L L
Darks and denim ( b d 3 – L
Shirts e c e 2 – L
Intensive plus ( a ( 2-41)2) L L
Spin – – – – – L
Separate rinse/ – – e 1 – L
Starch
See the next page for legend.
28Programme sequence
d = Low water level Special features in the programme
sequences:
( = Medium water level
Anti-crease:
e = High water level
The drum will continue to rotate for up
a = Intensive rhythm
to 30 minutes after the programme end
b = Normal rhythm to avoid creasing. Exceptions: There is
no crease protection in the Woollens
c = Gentle rhythm
programme.
d = Sensitive rhythm The washing machine door can be
opened at any time.
e = Ultra sensitive rhythm
1)
Two rinses are carried out if a
f = Handwash rhythm
temperature selected is between
This machine has fully electronic 60°C to 90°C. Three rinses are
controls with automatic load carried out if the temperature
recognition. It takes in the right amount selected is below 60°C.
of water required for the programme 2)
A third rinse is carried out if:
depending on the amount of laundry
and its absorbency rate. This means – there is too much foam in the drum
that programme cycles and durations
– a spin speed lower than 700 rpm has
can vary.
been selected
The programme sequences outlined in
– No . has been selected
the chart are based on the basic
3)
programme with a full load. Extra A third rinse is carried out if:
options which can be selected have not
No . has been selected
been taken into account.
The display shows the stage the
programme has reached.
29Changing the programme sequence
Cancelling a programme Changing a programme
You can cancel a programme at any After the start of a programme, it is no
time after it has started. longer possible to select a different
programme.
^ Press the Start/Stop button.
Cancel programme Temperature
^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button It is possible to select a different
again. temperature up to 5 minutes after the
programme has started.
The suds will be pumped away.
^ Press the Temperature button.
If you want to remove the laundry:
^ Press the Door button. Spin speed
If you want to select a different It is possible to change the spin speed
programme: up until the final spin begins.
^ Switch the machine off with the ^ Press the Spin speed button.
K button.
Extra options
^ Switch the washing machine back on
again. It is possible to select or deselect the
Short and Water plus Extra options up
^ Select and start a new programme. to five minutes after the programme has
started.
Interrupting a programme
^ Switch the machine off with the A programme cannot be cancelled
K button. or changed if the safety lock has
been activated.
To continue with the same programme:
^ Switch the machine back on with the
K button.
30Changing the programme sequence
Adding or removing laundry Safety lock
after a programme has started
The safety lock prevents the machine
^ Press the Door button to open the from being opened, the programme
drum door. from being cancelled or the machine
^ Add or remove items. from being switched off during a
wash programme.
^ Close the drum door.
The programme will continue To activate the safety lock
automatically. ^ Press and hold in the Start/Stop
Please note: button after the programme has
started.
Once a programme has started, the
machine cannot recognise any Stop or in 3 secs 0
adjustment to the load.
^ Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in
For this reason, if laundry is added or until the time has elapsed and the
removed after the start of a programme, following appears in the display:
the machine will always complete the
Locked 0
programme cycle assuming a full load
which can lead to an increase in the The safety lock is now activated. It is
programme duration shown in the deactivated automatically at the end of
display. the programme.
The door cannot be opened, if: To deactivate the safety lock
– the suds temperature is above 55°C. ^ Press and hold in the Start/Stop
– the water is above a certain level. button after the programme has
started.
– the programme has reached the
Final spin stage. Unlock in 3 secs 0
– the safety lock has been activated. ^ Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in
until the time has elapsed and the
If you press the Door button when the following appears in the display:
above conditions are present, the
following will appear in the display: Unlocked 1
: Door locked
31Detergent
The correct detergent
All modern detergents produced for automatic front loading washing machines
are suitable. Refer to the manufacturer's label on the packaging to get information
on the use and the dosage.
Detergent Detergent Detergent Special Proofing Fabric
for for for detergent agent** softener
universal coloured delicates *
fabrics* fabrics*
Cottons X X – – – X
Minimum iron X X – – – X
Delicates X X X – – X
Woollens / – – – X – X
Proofing – – – – X –
1)
Express 20 X X – – – X
Automatic plus X X – – – X
1)
Darks and denim X X X – – X
Shirts X X – – – X
Intensive plus X X – – – X
Separate rinse/ – – – X – X
Starch
32Detergent
1)
Use liquid detergent
2)
Use powder detergent
* Miele special detergents:
Washing detergents which were specifically designed for certain programmes
or items (e.g. Miele CareCollection).
** Only use proofing agents which are stated by the manufacturer as being
"suitable for use on membrane textiles" as these consist of fluorochemical
compounds. Do not use proofing agents which contain paraffin. Fill the
detergent drawer § with proofing agent.
All modern detergents produced for automatic front loading washing machines
are suitable. Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these are supplied with the
detergent. Tablets are suitable for full loads, but note that it may be impractical to
reduce tablets for smaller loads. Some tablets do not dissolve as rapidly as
others, and may not be suitable for programmes with short durations.
Do not use biological detergents on silk as the enzymes may damage the silk!
Instructions for use and recommended dosage amounts are given on the
detergent packaging.
For programmes without Pre-wash or Delay start, liquid detergent can either be
dispensed placing a ball-shaped container (commonly provided by the detergent
manufacturer) straight onto the laundry load or alternatively dispensed through
the detergent dispenser drawer. For programmes with Pre-wash or Delay start
(where applicable), an additional liquid detergent dispenser insert (Material
number 6134691) is available from Miele.
33Detergent
The right amount to dispense will Water softeners
depend on the following:
A water softener can be used to cut
– The quantity of laundry. down on the use of detergents in hard
water areas. Dispense according to the
– The soiling level of the laundry.
amount specified on the packaging.
Lightly soiled First add detergent and then the water
No visible dirt or stains. Possibly softener.
slight body odour. Use a quantity of detergent as for soft
Normally soiled water.
Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight
Washing with several
stains.
components
Heavily soiled
Stains and soiling clearly visible. If you wash using several components
(e.g. special application detergents),
– The water hardness level. dispense them into compartment j in
– Check with your local water supplier the following order:
if you do not know the water 1. Detergent
hardness level in your area.
2. Water softener
3. Stain remover
This way the agents are distributed
more efficiently.
34Detergent
Fabric conditioners and liquid
starch If starching frequently, thoroughly
clean the dispenser compartment,
Starch especially the siphon tube and
stiffens and gives body to items of fabric conditioner channel, regularly.
laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths and bed See "Cleaning the detergent
linen. dispenser drawer". Do not use
Fabric conditioners powder starch formulations or
make garments soft to handle and help viscous liquid starch in the
prevent static cling when tumble compartment as it will clog up.
drying.
Adding fabric conditioner or starch
Automatic dispensing of fabric separately
conditioner or liquid starch to ^ Dispense in accordance with
laundry at the end of a programme manufacturer's instructions on the
packaging.
^ Add powder or viscous starch to
compartment i. Add the fabric
conditioner or liquid starch to
compartment §.
^ Turn the programme selector to
Separate rinse/Starch.
^ Select a spin speed.
^ Press the Start/Stop button.
Colour run and dye removers/
^ Add the fabric conditioner or the dyes
liquid starch to compartment §. Do
not exceed the maximum level ^ Do not use colour run or dye
mark. removers in this machine.
It will be automatically dispensed in the ^ Dyes suitable for use in domestic
last rinse. At the end of the programme washing machines can be used.
a small amount of water remains in the However, please note that the salt
fabric conditioner compartment §. used in the dyeing process can
cause corrosion to stainless steel
components in the machine if you
dye frequently. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions carefully.
35Cleaning and care
Cleaning the drum (Hygiene
Info) ,Do not use solvents, abrasive
cleaners, glass cleaners or all-
If you only wash at low temperatures or purpose cleaning agents.
with liquid detergent over a long period These might damage plastic
of time, organic deposits and surfaces and other components
unpleasant odours can form in the because of the chemicals they
machine. To clean the drum and contain.
prevent the formation of unpleasant
odours, the Cottons 75°C programme
should be run with a universal
Cleaning the detergent
detergent at least once a month or dispenser drawer
when the message Hygiene Info The two main detergent compartments
appears in the display. of the dispenser drawer are self-
cleaning.
Cleaning the external casing The entire drawer should be removed
and fascia panel and cleaned regularly for hygienic
reasons.
,Disconnect the machine from the
mains electricity supply and
withdraw the plug from the socket
before cleaning the machine.
,The washing machine must not
be hosed down.
^ Clean the casing with a mild non-
abrasive cleaning agent or soap and
water. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
^ The drum can be cleaned using a ^ Pull out the detergent dispenser
suitable proprietary stainless steel drawer until a resistance is felt. Press
cleaning agent following the down the release catch and at the
manufacturer's instructions on the same time pull the drawer right out of
packaging. the machine.
^ Clean the detergent drawer with
warm water.
36Cleaning and care
^ Clean the siphon. Cleaning the detergent dispenser
drawer housing
1. Remove the siphon from
compartment § and rinse under ^ Use a bottle brush to remove
warm running water. Clean the detergent residues and limescale
siphon tube in the same way. from the jets inside the detergent
2. Replace the siphon. dispenser drawer housing.
If starching frequently, thoroughly
clean the siphon and siphon tube
regularly. A build-up of starch will
cause them to become clogged.
37Cleaning and care
Cleaning the water inlet filters To clean the filter in the water inlet
valve
The washing machine has two filters to
protect the inlet valves. ^ Using pliers, carefully loosen the
ribbed plastic nut on the inlet valve
These filters should be checked every
and unscrew.
six months or so, or more often if there
are frequent interruptions to the water
supply.
To clean the filter in the union in the
open end of the inlet hose:
^ First turn off the tap.
^ Unscrew the threaded union
connecting the free end of the inlet
hose to the tap.
^ Use water pump pliers to withdraw
the plastic filter by the bar (see
illustration). Clean, put back and
secure.
The two filters must be put back in
place after cleaning.
^ Remove the rubber seal 1 from the
recess.
^ Using pointed pliers, take hold of the
plastic filter bar 2, remove the filter
and clean.
^ Put the filter and seal back in the
reverse order and reconnect the
hose.
^ Turn on the tap and check the
connection is watertight.
38Problem solving guide
What to do if . . .
With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the
machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right
without contacting Miele. Please note that a call-out charge will be applied for
unnecessary service visits where the problem could have been rectified as
described in these Operating instructions.
,Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a
suitably qualified person in accordance with current local and national safety
regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.
The programme does not start
Problem Possible cause Remedy
The display remains There is no power to Check whether
dark, and the Start/ the machine. – the mains plug is plugged
Stop button indicator in and switched on.
light does not come – the fuse or circuit breaker
on. has tripped.
You are asked to enter Access via a code has Enter the code and confirm
a code. been activated. the entry. Deactivate the code
if you do not wish this
message to appear in the
display the next time the
machine is switched on.
The display is dark. The display has Press a button. Standby
switched off comes to an end.
automatically to save
energy (Standby
mode).
39Problem solving guide
The following fault message appears in the display and the
programme has been cancelled.
Fault message Possible cause Remedy A
Drain – The water outlet is – Clean the fluff filter and
; fault blocked or restricted. drain pump.
– The drain hose has – The maximum drain height
been fixed too high. is 1 m.
Water inlet The water inlet is blocked Check whether
; fault or restricted. – the tap has been opened
properly.
– the inlet hose is kinked.
– the water pressure is too
low.
Waterproof The water protection – Close the tap.
; fault system has reacted. – Call Miele.
Technical There is a fault. Start the programme again.
; fault If the fault message appears
again, contact Miele.
A To switch off the fault message: Switch the machine off with the K button.
40Problem solving guide
The following message appears in the display
Fault message Possible cause Remedy
Chk detergent Excessive foam has built Use less detergent next time
up during washing. and follow the manufacturer's
instructions on dosage given on
the packaging.
Hygiene info A programme of at least Run the Cottons 75°C
60°C has not been run for programme with a universal
a long period of time. detergent to prevent the
formation of organic deposits
and unpleasant odours in the
machine.
The messages appear at the end of a programme and when the washing machine
is switched on.
41Problem solving guide
General problems
Problem Possible cause Remedy
The machine shakes The machine feet are Level the machine (see
during the spin cycle. not level. "Installation").
The laundry has not The machine detected Include both large and small
been spun properly an imbalance during the items in the load as this will
and is still wet. final spin and reduced give better distribution.
the spin speed
automatically.
The laundry has not The spin speed Select a higher spin speed
spun satisfactorily. selected was too low. next time.
The pump makes This is not a fault! These noises occur at the end of a
strange noises. pump sequence as a normal part of the operation.
There is a lot of The water pressure is – Clean the water inlet filter.
detergent residue in too low. – Select Water plus.
the detergent drawer.
Powder detergent used Add washing powder and
with water softeners can then add the water softener.
be sticky.
Fabric conditioner is The siphon tube is not Clean the siphon, (see
not completely correctly positioned or is "Cleaning and care -
dispensed or too much clogged up. Cleaning the detergent
water remains in the § dispenser drawer").
compartment.
The display is in a A different language has Set the language you want.
different language. been selected in the The flag symbol will guide
Programmable functions you.
- Language ! menu.
When laundry is dry, it Too vigorous wash Programme in gentle action
feels hard to the touch. action. and more water.
Not enough detergent Increase detergent dose to
used. prevent limescale build-up in
laundry.
No fabric conditioner Use fabric conditioner in last
used rinse.
42Problem solving guide
An unsatisfactory wash result
Problem Possible cause Remedy
Liquid detergent Liquid detergents do not – Use a general purpose
does not give the contain bleaching detergent containing a
required result. agents. They do not bleaching agent.
remove fruit, coffee and – Add stain remover to the
tea stains. compartment j.
– Never put stain removers
and liquid detergent together
in the dispenser drawer.
Grey, greasy Insufficient amounts of – Use more detergent.
particles cling to detergent were used. – Before washing the next
washed laundry. The laundry was heavily load, run a Cottons 60°C
soiled with grease. programme with liquid
detergent but without a load.
White residues The detergent contained – Try and brush off the
which look like compounds (zeolites) to residues with a soft brush
powder detergent aid water softening once the laundry is dry.
are seen on dark which are not soluble in – Wash dark textiles using a
textiles after water. These have stuck detergent which contains no
washing. to fabrics. zeolites. Liquid detergents
usually contain no zeolites.
– Use the Dark garments
programme.
43Problem solving guide
The drum door does not open when you press the Door button
Possible cause Remedy
The machine is not Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and/or
connected to the switch the machine on with the K button.
electricity supply and/or is
not switched on.
The safety lock has been Deactivate the safety lock as described in
activated. "Changing the programme sequence - Safety
lock".
Access via a code has Deactivate the code as described in
been activated. "Programmable functions - Code".
Power cut. Open the drum door as described in the next
section.
The door was not correctly Press hard against the lock side of the drum door
engaged. and then press the Door button.
There is still water in the Clean the drain filter and drain pump as described
drum and the machine is in the next section.
unable to drain.
For safety reasons, the drum door cannot be opened if the suds temperature is
higher than 55°C.
44Problem solving guide
Opening the drum door in the Blocked drain outlet
event of a blocked drain outlet If the drain outlet is clogged, more
and/or power failure water will be retained in the machine
^ Switch the washing machine off. (up to 25 litres).
There is a filter flap opener behind the ,Caution: If laundry has been
detergent drawer fascia panel. washed at a high temperature, water
draining out of the machine will still
be hot. Danger of scalding!
Procedure for draining the machine
^ Place a suitable container under the
access flap.
When draining water from the
machine, do not unscrew the drain
filter completely or take it right out.
^ Remove the opener.
^ Turn the drain filter lid round until
water runs out.
To interrupt the flow of water:
^ Use it to open the access flap.
^ Tighten the drain filter back up again.
45Problem solving guide
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 activate the ball valve and prevent a
loss of washing detergent, pour approx.
2 litres of water through the detergent
dispenser drawer after cleaning the
drain filter.
Opening the drum door
,Always make sure that the drum
^ Remove the drain filter completely. is stationary before reaching into the
machine to remove laundry.
^ Clean the drain filter thoroughly.
Reaching into a moving drum is
extremely dangerous.
^ Remove any foreign objects (e.g.
buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff. Turn
the impeller by hand to check that it ^ Pull the emergency release
rotates freely. Any foreign object downwards (see illustration). The
causing an obstruction should be drum door will open.
removed.
^ Put the drain filter back in place and
secure.
46After sales service
In the event of any faults which you Future updates (PC)
cannot remedy yourself, please
The indicator light marked PC allows a
contact:
service technician to update your
– Miele (see back cover for contact machine in future years.
details).
If, for example, new programmes are
When contacting Miele, please quote developed or new fabrics are
the model and serial number of your introduced, a Miele service technician
appliance, both of which are shown on will be able to modify existing
the data plate visible at the top inside programme cycles accordingly.
the door above the porthole glass when
Miele will provide information when
the door is open.
such developments become available.
Appliance warranty
The appliance has a manufacturer's
warranty of 2 years.
See the warranty card supplied with the
machine for further details.
Optional accessories
Optional accessories for these washing
machines are available from Miele.
Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded to
improve our service.
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