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Operating instructions
for Washing machine
Paramount
To avoid the risk of accidents or
en - GB
damage to the machine it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed and used for the
first time. M.-Nr. 06 937 010Caring for our 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. Please do
young children. Danger of suffocation!
not therefore 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 it to prevent misuse.
See the "Warning and Safety" section of
this booklet for further details.
2Contents
Caring for our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Disposal of your old appliance or machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operating the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Washing environmentally and economically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Energy and water consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
How to wash correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Final spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Rinse and interim spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin (No u) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Delay start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Garment care label symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Changing the programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Cancelling a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Changing a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3Contents Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 The correct detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Water softeners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Washing with several components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Fabric conditioners and liquid starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry at the end of a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Colour run and dye removers / dyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 External casing and fascia panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 E-Cloth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Extra cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Cleaning the siphon and conditioner channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Descaling the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Cleaning the water inlet filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 The programme does not start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Fault messages in the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 An unsatisfactory wash result . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 The drum door does not open when you press the Door button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Blocked drain outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Future updates (PC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Appliance guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Installation surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Transporting the machine to its installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 4
Contents
Removing the transit fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Re-fitting the transit bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Levelling the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Washer-dryer stack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
The Miele water protection system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Connection to the water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Connection to the drainage system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Electrical connection U.K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Notes for test institutes: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Programmable functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
To access programmable functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
To select a programmable function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
To alter a programmable function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
To come out of programmable functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Language F. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Water plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Gentle action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Suds cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Temperature unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Keypad tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Standby display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Anti-crease. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
5Warning and Safety instructions
This washing machine is not
This washing machine conforms to intended for use by persons
current safety requirements. (including children) with reduced
Inappropriate use can, however, physical, sensory or mental
lead to personal injury and damage capabilities, or lack of experience and
to property. knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction
To avoid the risk of accidents and concerning its use by a person
damage to the washing machine, responsible for their safety.
please read these instructions
carefully before using it for the first Safety with children
time. They contain important
information on its installation, safety, Keep children away from the
use and maintenance. washing machine at all times. It is
Keep these instructions in a safe not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury do
place and ensure that new users are not allow children to play on or near it
familiar with the content. Pass them or to play with its controls. Supervise
on to any future owner. children whilst you are using it.
Older children may only use the
Correct application washing machine if its operation
has been clearly explained to them and
Only use the washing machine to they are able to use it safely,
wash items which are specified by recognising the dangers of misuse.
the manufacturer to be
machine-washable on the wash-care For machines with a 'porthole'
label, and textiles composed of door, remember that the porthole
hand-washable wool or wool blend glass will be hot when washing at very
fabrics as well as satin, lace, silk and high temperatures.
other hand-washable garments. Any Do not let children touch it.
other applications may be dangerous.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation.
6Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety Unauthorised repairs could result
in unforeseen dangers for the user,
Before setting up the washing
for which Miele cannot accept liability.
machine, check it for any externally
Repairs should only be undertaken by a
visible damage.
Miele approved service technician.
Do not install or use a damaged
Ensure current is not supplied to the
washing machine.
machine until after maintenance or
Before connecting the washing repair work has been carried out.
machine, ensure that the
If the connection cable is faulty it
connection data on the data plate
must only be replaced by a Miele
(voltage and connected load) match
approved service technician to protect
the mains electricity supply. If in any
the user from danger.
doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
In the event of a fault or for
The electrical safety of this
cleaning purposes, the washing
washing machine can only be
machine is only completely isolated
guaranteed when continuity is complete
from the electricity supply when:
between it and an effective earthing
system which complies with current – it is switched off at the wall socket
local and national safety regulations. It and the plug is withdrawn, or
is most important that this basic safety
– it is switched off at the mains, or
requirement is present and regularly
tested, and where there is any doubt – the mains fuse is withdrawn, or the
the household wiring system should be screw-out fuse is removed (in
inspected by a qualified electrician. countries where this is applicable).
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
This washing machine must only
for the consequences of an inadequate
be connected to the on-site water
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
supply using a new hose kit. Old hoses
Do not connect the washing must not be re-used.
machine to the mains electricity
In countries where there are areas
supply by an extension lead. Extension
which may be subject to infestation
leads do not guarantee the required
by cockroaches or other vermin, pay
safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of
particular attention to keeping the
overheating).
machine and its surroundings in a
Faulty components must only be clean condition at all times. Any
replaced by genuine Miele original damage which may be caused by
spare parts. Only when these parts are cockroaches or other vermin will not be
fitted can the safety standards of the covered by the machine guarantee.
machine be guaranteed.
7Warning and Safety instructions
This washing machine may only be Turn off the stopcock if the
used in mobile installations such as machine is to be left for any length
ships if a risk assessment of the of time (e.g. holiday), especially if there
installation has been carried out by a is no floor drain (gully) in the immediate
suitably qualified engineer. vicinity.
Flooding danger.
Correct use If hooking the drain hose into a
Do not install your washing wash basin, check that the water can
machine in rooms where drain off quickly enough to prevent the
temperatures below freezing may sink from overflowing. Make sure the
occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split. drain hose is secure, so that the force
The reliability of the electronic control of the water flowing out of the hose
unit may be impaired at temperatures does not dislodge it.
below freezing point. Take care to ensure that foreign
Before using the washing machine objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins,
for the first time, check that the paper clips) do not find their way into
transit bars at the rear of the machine the machine with the laundry. These
have been removed (see section on may damage components of the
"Installation"). During spinning, a transit machine (e.g. suds container, drum),
bar which is still in place may result in which in turn can result in damage to
damage to both the machine and the laundry.
adjacent furniture or appliances. 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 proprietary non-corrosive
descaling agents and strictly observe
the instructions on the packaging. A
special descaling agent is available to
order from the Miele Spare Parts
Department or via the internet on
www.miele.co.uk.
8Warning and Safety instructions
Textiles which have been Only remove laundry from the
pre-treated in solvent based washing machine once the drum
cleaning agents must be thoroughly has stopped turning. Reaching into a
rinsed in clean water before being moving drum is extremely dangerous
washed in the machine. and could result in injury.
Never use solvent based cleaning
agents, e.g. those containing Accessories
benzene, in this machine, as this may Accessory parts may only be fitted
result in damage to component parts when expressly approved by
and create toxic fumes. Such agents Miele. If other parts are used,
also pose a fire and explosion hazard. guarantee, performance and product
Never use solvent based cleaning liability claims will be invalidated.
agents, e.g. those containing
benzene, to clean the outside surfaces Disposal of your old washing
of this machine. They can cause machine
damage to plastic surfaces.
Switch it off at the wall socket and
Only use dyes specified by the unplug it. Render the plug useless
manufacturer as being suitable for and cut off the cable directly behind the
use in a domestic washing machine. machine to prevent misuse. This should
Always observe the manufacturer's be done by a competent person.
instructions carefully.
Miele cannot be held liable for
Colour run and dye removers
contain sulphur compounds which damage caused by non-compliance
can cause damage such as corrosion. with these Warning and Safety
Do not use these products in this instructions.
machine.
If liquid detergent comes into
contact with the eyes, rinse them
thoroughly with lukewarm water imme-
diately. If swallowed, seek medical
assistance immediately and retain the
packaging or label for reference. Those
with skin problems or sensitive skin
should avoid their skin coming into
contact with liquid detergent.
9Operating the machine
Control panel
a Start/Stop button f Spin speed button
For starting the programme selected For selecting the final spin speed or
and cancelling a programme once it Rinse hold or Without spin u.
has started.
g PC / Optical interface
b Extra option buttons This is used by service technicians
Various extra options can be added to run diagnostic checks on your
to the washing programmes. machine and can also be used to
update programming data in the
c Display
future.
See the following page for more
information. h Programme selector
For selecting a programme. The
d Delay start button
indicator light next to the selected
For delaying the start time of a
programme will come on. The
programme.
programme selector can be turned
e Temperature button clockwise or anti-clockwise.
For selecting a temperature.
i I-On/0-Off button
For switching the machine on or off.
j Door button
Opens the machine door.
10Operating the machine
Programme duration
After the start of a programme, the
estimated programme duration will
appear in the display in hours and
minutes.
When delay start is being used, the
programme duration will appear after
the delay start time has elapsed.
During the first 8 minutes the washing
machine measures how much water is
being absorbed by the laundry and
The following are selected via the uses this to calculate the load. The
display: programme duration may be longer or
shorter depending on this absorbency
– wash temperature rate.
– spin speed
Delay start
– delay start
The delay start time selected will
– cancellation of a programme appear in the display.
– safety lock After the Start/Stop button has been
– programmable functions pressed, the delay start time will start
counting down. If the delay start time is
The display also shows: more than 10 hours, it will count down
– the programme duration by the hour. If it is less than 9 hours and
59 minutes it will count down minute by
– the programme sequence minute.
Once the delay start time has elapsed,
the programme begins and the
estimated programme duration shows
in the display.
Programmable functions
The programmable functions can be
used to tailor washing programmes to
suit your individual requirements. In
programming mode, the display will
show the function selected.
11Before using for the first time
Before using the machine for the first F deutsch
time ensure that it is correctly
installed and connected. See ^ If the language shown is not the one
"Installation and connection". Also you want, select the language you do
check that the drain filter is securely want by turning the programme
tightened to prevent the risk of water selector. Confirm your selection by
leaks during use. pressing the Start/Stop button.
For safety reasons, spinning is not Reminder to remove transit bars
possible until the machine has been
prepared for using for the first time. To To avoid the risk of damage, the
activate the spinning function you must transit bars must be removed before
run a wash programme without laundry the machine is used for the first time.
and without detergent. See "Installation and connection" for
instructions on how to do this.
Using detergent could result in an
excessive build-up of foam. ^ After removing the transit bars (if this
This also activates the ball valve. The has not already been done by your
ball valve prevents detergent escaping fitter), press the Start/Stop button.
from the suds container into the sump
during a wash programme, thus making Running your first programme
maximum use of the detergent. Run a Cottons 60°C programme without
^ Press the I-On/0-Off button in. any laundry and without detergent.
If the washing machine is being ^ Open the stopcock.
switched on for the first time, the ^ Press the Start/Stop button.
welcome screen will appear.
^ At the end of the programme switch
The welcome screen will appear in the machine off.
the display every time the machine is The machine is now ready for use.
switched on until a programme
lasting longer than 1 hour has been
completed.
Setting the language
You will be asked to select the
language you require for the display. It
is possible to change the language at
any time via the programmable
functions.
12Washing environmentally and economically
Energy and water consumption Detergent
– 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
– Use the Automatic and Express
smaller loads (approx. 1/3 less than
programmes for small loads.
the amount recommended can be
– When smaller amounts of laundry are used when washing a half load).
washed using the Cottons
programme, the automatic load Choosing the correct extra option
recognition system will reduce the (Short and Pre-wash)
amount of water, time and energy
Select:
used. This may mean that the time
left shown in the display is adjusted – A wash programme together with the
during the course of the wash Short extra option for light to normal
programme. soiling where there are no obvious
marks.
– Using the Cottons 60°C programme,
instead of the Cottons 95°C – A wash programme without any extra
programme will give energy savings options for normal to heavy soiling
of between 35% and 45%. This is with visible staining.
sufficient for most levels of soiling.
– The Pre-wash extra option for laundry
with large amounts of dirt (e.g. dust,
sand).
When drying with a tumble dryer
– Selecting the highest possible spin
speed for the wash programme will
save energy when drying in a tumble
dryer afterwards.
13How to wash correctly
Brief instructions
The headings numbered A, B, C, . . .
,If you use a solvent-based clean-
ing agent (e.g. one containing ben-
show the operating sequence and can
zene) to pre-treat a stain, make sure
be used as brief instructions.
that any plastic parts (e.g. buttons)
A Sort the laundry 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
and should be washed separately
^ Empty all pockets. several times before being included in
a mixed load. Always wash whites and
,Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coloureds separately.
coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause
– Curtains: Remove lead weights first
damage to garments and
or place in a laundry bag.
components in the machine.
– 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 – Knitted garments, trousers and
a soft colourfast cloth. Do not rub! jeans, T-shirts and sweat shirts: Turn
inside out, if recommended by the
Badly soiled areas can be pre-treated manufacturer.
with liquid detergent, stain removers
etc. first, following the manufacturer's – Close any zips, fasten hooks and
instructions. With particularly stubborn eyes etc before washing.
stains ask your dry cleaner for advice. – Fasten duvet covers etc. to prevent
small items from being rolled up
inside them.
Do not wash any items in this machine
which are specified by the
manufacturer as not washable on the
care label. (h symbol)
14How 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 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 60° 1600
^ 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.
15How to wash correctly
F Select an extra option(s) 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".
Pre-wash
For laundry with large amounts of dirt
e.g. dust, sand.
Buzzer
^ Select any extra options by pressing
the appropriate button. The relevant An audible tone sounds repeatedly at
indicator light will come on to show the end of a programme and when
which extra option has been Rinse hold is reached. The buzzer will
selected. sound repeatedly until the machine is
switched off. The volume of the buzzer
Not all the extra options are suitable for can be changed, see "Programmable
use with every programme. functions".
You can only select extra options which G Select Delay start (if required)
are compatible with the basic
programme being used. The start of a programme can be
delayed from 30 minutes up to 24
Short hours, allowing you to make use of
night-time economy electricity rates, for
For light to normal soiling with no visible example.
staining.
See "Delay start" for more information.
The duration of the main wash is
reduced.
16How to wash correctly
H 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 the pre-wash (divide
– Higher water consumption (an the total recommended amount as
additional rinse cycle will follows: add 1/3 to compartment i
automatically switch in). and 2/3 to compartment j)
– A burden to the environment. j
Detergent for the main wash
§
Fabric conditioner or liquid starch
^ Close the detergent drawer.
See "Detergent" for further information.
17How to wash correctly
I Start the programme
Check that all items have been
^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button.
removed from the drum. Items left in
If a delay start time has been selected, the drum could discolour other items
then this will count down in the display. in the next wash or become
At the end of the delay start time or im- discoloured themselves.
mediately after the programme has
started (if no delay start time has been
selected) the estimated programme
duration will appear in the display.
During the first 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. ^ Check the folds in the door seal for
J Remove the laundry when the any small articles, e.g. buttons, which
programme has finished might be lodged there.
In the anti-crease phase after the ^ Switch the machine off with the
programme has finished, the following I-On/0-Off button.
will appear alternately in the display: ^ Close the drum door. Otherwise there
0:00 Anti-crease
is the danger of objects being placed
inadvertently in the drum. If these
and remained unnoticed and were
washed in the next load, they could
0:00 Finish
damage the laundry.
^ Press the Door button to open the
drum door.
^ Remove the laundry.
18Spinning
Final spin speed To omit the final spin (Rinse hold)
Programme rpm ^ Select the e setting using the Spin
Cottons 1600 speed button. The laundry will not be
Minimum iron 1200 spun and will remain suspended in
Delicates 600 the final rinse water. This reduces
Woollens 1200
creasing if the laundry is not going to
be removed from the drum immedi-
Silks 400
ately after the end of the programme.
Express 1600
Automatic 1200 – To start the final spin:
Shirts 600 The washing machine will display the
Denim 900 maximum spin speed possible. You
Outerwear 800 can select a spin speed lower than
Dark garments 1200 this. Start the final spin by pressing
Spin 1600 the Start/Stop button.
– 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 u)
There is a spin after the main wash and
between the rinses. A reduction in the ^ Select the No u setting using the
final spin speed will also reduce the Spin speed button. The laundry is not
interim spin speed. If a spin speed of spun after the final rinse. The water
less than 700 rpm is selected for a will drain away and the machine will
Cottons programme, an additional rinse go straight into the anti-crease stage.
is introduced. An additional rinse is introduced if
this setting is selected with the
Cottons, Minimum iron, Express and
Automatic programmes.
19Delay start
Delay start allows you to choose when Altering delay start
you want the programme to start. The
You can change the delay start time at
start of a programme can be delayed
any time by pressing the Delay start
from 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24
button.
hours, allowing you to make use of
night-time economy electricity rates, for
Cancelling delay start before delay
example.
start has been activated
Selecting delay start ^ Press the Delay start button until 24 h
appears in the display. Then press
^ Press the Delay start button. The
the Delay start button again briefly to
following will appear in the display:
cancel delay start.
0:30 ] 60° 1600 If you cancel delay start after the delay
^ Each press on the Delay start button start time has started counting down,
increases the delay start time: the washing programme will start imme-
diately.
– in 30 minute steps up to 10 hours,
– in 1 hour steps from 10 hours
upwards.
If you keep the Delay start button
pressed in, the time will continue to
count up to 24 hours.
Activating delay start
^ Press the Start/Stop button to activate
delay start. The following will appear
in the display:
4:30 ] until start
After the delay start time has elapsed,
the washing programme will start and
the estimated programme duration and
the programme sequence will show in
the display.
20Programme chart
Cottons 9ö8E76 30°C to 95°C Max. load 6.0 kg
Fabric Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling,
underwear, T-shirts etc.
Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash
Note for test institutes:
Short programme: 3.0 kg load and Short extra option
Minimum iron 30°C to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg
43218E76
Fabric Synthetics, mixed fibres and easy care cottons. If fabrics have a
high proportion of man-made fibres it is advisable to programme
the machine for "Gentle action". See "Programmable functions".
Note Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.
Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash
Delicates 4321ac cold to 60°C Max. load 2.0 kg
Fabric For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres,
rayon and easy care cottons.
Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washable
by the manufacturer.
Notes – Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with
pre-wash advisable.
– For curtains which crease easily, reduce the spin speed or
deselect the spin.
Extra options Short, Pre-wash
Woollens /ac cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg
Fabric Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics.
If the care label does not specify a temperature, wash using the
cold setting.
21Programme chart
Silks /c cold to 30°C Max. load 1.0 kg
Fabric Silks and other handwashable fabrics with no wool content, e.g.
satin, lace and silk.
Note Place tights, bras etc. in a washing bag.
Extra option Water plus
Express 76 cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg
Fabric Small loads of items which require freshening up and which can
be washed in a Cottons programme.
Note This programme can be used for rinsing individual items. Select
the cold setting, and do not add any detergent.
Extra option Water plus
Automatic 7621 cold to 40°C Max. load 3.5 kg
Fabric 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.
Shirts cold to 60°C Max. load 2.0 kg
Notes – Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary.
– Wash silk garments in the Silks programme.
Extra options Short, Water plus
Denim cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg
Notes – Wash denim inside out.
– Denim often contains excess dye and will run during the first
few washes. Wash light and dark coloured items separately.
Extra options Short, Pre-wash
22Programme chart
Outerwear cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg
Garment Outerwear made from micro-fibres such as Gore-Tex®,
SYMPATEX®, WINDSTOPPER® etc.
Notes – Zip up jackets before washing.
– Do not use fabric conditioner.
Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash
Dark garments cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg
Item Black and dark garments made from cotton or mixed fibres.
Note Wash inside out.
Extra option Short
Spin
Notes – Drain only: Select No u.
– Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.
23Programme sequence
Main wash Rinses Spinning
Water Wash Water Rinses Interim Final
level rhythm level spin spin
Cottons d a ( 2-41) L L
Minimum iron d a ( 2-32) L L
Delicates e b e 3 – L
Woollens ( c ( 2 L L
Silks e d e 2 – L
Express d a ( 2-3 2)
L L
Automatic ( a ( 2-32) L L
Shirts ( a ( 2 – L
Denim ( a ( 3 – L
Outerwear ( b e 3 L 3)
L
Dark garments ( a ( 3 L L
Spin – – – – – L
d = Low water level a= Normal wash rhythm
( = Medium water level b= Gentle action
e = High water level c= Woollens
d= Silks
See the following page for more information about the programme sequences.
24Programme sequence
This machine has fully electronic Special features in the programme
controls with automatic load sequences:
recognition. It takes in the right amount
Anti-crease:
of water required for the programme
depending on the amount of laundry At the end of every programme, with
and its absorbency rate. This means the exception of the Woollens
that programme cycles and durations programme, the drum continues to turn
can vary. at intervals for up to 30 minutes to help
prevent creasing. The door can be
The programme sequences outlined in
opened and laundry removed at any
the chart are based on the basic
time during the anti-crease phase.
programme with a full load. Extra
1)
options which can be selected have not A second rinse is carried out when a
been taken into account. temperature of 60°C to 95°C has
been selected. A third rinse is
The display shows the stage the
carried out when a temperature
programme has reached.
below 60°C is selected.
A third/fourth rinse is carried out if:
– there is too much foam in the drum
– a spin speed lower than 700 rpm has
been selected
– No u has been selected
2)
A third rinse takes place
automatically if:
No u has been selected
3)
In the Outerwear programme,
laundry is only spun after the main
wash.
25Garment care label symbols
Washing Ironing
The figure quoted in the bucket is the The number of dots indicates the
maximum temperature the garment ironing temperature
can be washed at. The number of I Hot iron (max sole plate temp.
bars under the symbol indicates the approx. 200°C)
level of agitation permitted.
H Medium hot iron (max sole
9 No bar under the symbol: = plate temp. approx. 150°C)
normal agitation
G Cool iron (max sole plate
4 One bar under the symbol: = temp. approx. 110°C). Do not
reduced agitation steam iron garments carrying
c Two bars under the symbol: = this symbol.
much reduced agitation J Do not iron
/ Hand wash (if no temperature
is specified use the lowest Professional cleaning
temperature or cold)
f Dry clean only. The letters
h Do not wash indicate the type of cleaning
p
agent required.
Drying w Professional Wet Clean only
The number of dots indicates the D Do not dry clean
drying temperature
Bleaching
q Normal temperature
x Any oxidising bleaching
r Low temperature
agent can be used
s Do not tumble dry
{ Only use an oxygen based
bleach or a non-chlorine
bleach
z Do not bleach
26Changing 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 I-On/ ^ Press the Spin speed button.
0-Off 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 I-On/ A programme cannot be cancelled
0-Off button. or changed if the safety lock has
been activated.
To continue with the same programme:
^ Switch the machine back on with the
I-On/0-Off button.
27Changing 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 X
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 X
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 X
If you press the Door button when the ^ Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in
above conditions are present, the until the time has elapsed and the
following will appear in the display: following appears in the display:
i Door locked Unlocked W
28Detergent
The correct detergent
All modern detergents produced for automatic 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.
Liquid detergent should be dispensed using a ball provided by the manufacturer
for programmes without a pre-wash.
For programmes with a pre-wash you will need to purchase a special container
from the Miele Spare Parts department which sits in the main wash compartment
j of the detergent dispenser drawer. Add liquid detergent to this container for
the main wash and to compartment i for the pre-wash.
All purpose Detergent for Detergent for
detergent for coloured fabrics* delicates
whites*
Cottons X X
Minimum iron X X
Delicates X
Woollens Liquid detergent for machine-washable woollens
Silks Liquid detergent for machine-washable silk and woollens
Express X X
Automatic X X
Shirts X X
Denim X1)
Outerwear X
1)
Dark garments X
1) Only use liquid detergent
* Powder detergent, tablet detergent, liquid detergent and liquid tab detergent
29Detergent
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.
In the UK, Miele branded water
Normally soiled softening tablets are available from the
Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight Miele Spare Parts Department or via the
stains. internet on www.miele. co.uk.
Heavily soiled Use a quantity of detergent as for soft
Visible dirt and stains and/or dried on water.
soiling.
Miele do not recommend connecting
– The water hardness level.
the machine to a household water
Check with your local water supplier
softener.
if you do not know the hardness level
in your area.
Washing with several
components
If you wash using several components
(e.g. special application detergents),
we recommend always dispensing the
agents into compartment j in the
following order:
1. Detergent
2. Water softeners
3. Stain remover
This way the agents are distributed
more evenly.
30Detergent
Fabric conditioners and liquid
starch If starching frequently, clean the
dispenser compartment, especially
Fabric conditioners the siphon tube, regularly. See
make garments soft to handle and help "Cleaning the detergent dispenser
prevent static cling when tumble drawer". Do not use powder starch
drying. formulations or viscous liquid starch
Starch in the § compartment as it will clog
stiffens and gives body to items of up.
laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths and bed
linen. Colour run and dye removers /
dyes
Automatic dispensing of fabric
conditioner or liquid starch to ^ Do not use colour run or dye
laundry at the end of a programme removers in this machine.
^ Dyes suitable for use in domestic
washing machines can be used.
However, please note that the salt
used in the dyeing process can
cause corrosion to stainless steel
components in the machine if you
dye frequently. Always observe the
manufacturer's instructions carefully.
^ Add the fabric conditioner or liquid
starch to compartment §. Do not
exceed the maximum level mark.
It will be automatically dispensed in the
last rinse. At the end of the programme
a small amount of water remains in the
fabric conditioner compartment §.
31Cleaning and care
Extra cleaning
,Disconnect the machine from the Carry out a hot wash (70°C or above)
mains electricity supply and
with powder detergent approx. every 6
withdraw the plug from the socket
weeks to help prevent deposits building
before cleaning the machine.
up in the machine. These can occur
when washing is mainly done at low
temperatures, and also lead to
,The washing machine must not unpleasant smells. If you have no
be hosed down.
reason to wash occasionally at this high
temperature, then run a Cottons 95°C
External casing and fascia programme with detergent but no
panel laundry at regular intervals.
^ Clean the casing with a mild
non-abrasive cleaning agent or soap Cleaning the detergent
and water using a well wrung-out dispenser drawer
cloth. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Remove detergent residues regularly.
^ The drum can be cleaned using a
suitable proprietary stainless-steel
cleaning agent following the
manufacturer's instructions on the
packaging.
,Do not use solvents, abrasive
cleaners, glass cleaners or
all-purpose cleaning agents.
These might damage plastic
surfaces and other components
because of the chemicals they
contain.
^ Pull out the detergent dispenser
E-Cloth drawer until a resistance is felt. Press
A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from down the release catch and at the
the Miele UK Spare Parts Department, same time pull the drawer right out of
which is suitable for cleaning surfaces the machine.
such as stainless steel, glass, plastic ^ Clean the detergent drawer with
and chrome without the use of warm water.
chemicals. It can be washed 300 times.
32Cleaning and care
Cleaning the siphon and conditioner Cleaning the detergent dispenser
channel drawer housing
1. Remove the siphon from ^ Use a bottle brush to remove
compartment § and rinse under detergent residues and limescale
warm running water. Clean the from the jets inside the detergent
siphon tube in the same way. dispenser drawer housing.
2. Replace the siphon.
Descaling the machine
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 proprietary non-corrosive descaling
agents and strictly observe the
instructions on the packaging. A
special descaling agent is available to
order from the Miele Spare Parts
Department or via the internet on
www.miele.co.uk.
^ Clean the fabric conditioner channel
using a brush and warm water.
If starching frequently, thoroughly
clean the siphon, the siphon tube
and the fabric conditioner channel
regularly. A build-up of starch will
cause them to get clogged.
33Cleaning 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 stopcock.
^ Unscrew the threaded union
connecting the free end of the inlet
hose to the stopcock.
^ Use pointed nose 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 it.
^ Put the filter and seal back in the
reverse order and reconnect the
hose.
^ Turn on the stopcock and check the
connection is watertight. If it leaks,
tighten the connection.
34Problem solving guide
With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the
machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right
without contacting the Service Department.
,Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a
suitably qualified person in strict accordance with 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).
35Problem solving guide
Fault messages in the display
Problem Possible cause Remedy A
! lights up in the – The water outlet is – Clean the drain filter and
display and blocked or the drain pump.
Drain fault restricted. – The maximum delivery
flashes. – The drain hose has head is 1 m.
been fixed too high.
! lights up in the – The water inlet is Check whether
display and blocked or – the stopcock is opened
Water inlet restricted. properly.
fault
– the inlet hose is kinked.
flashes.
– the water pressure is too
low.
! lights up in the The water protection Call the Service Department.
display and system has reacted.
Waterproof
fault
flashes.
! lights up in the There is a fault. Start the programme again.
display and If the fault message appears
Technical again, contact the Service
fault Department.
flashes.
Anti-crease Excessive foam has Use less detergent next time
Chk detergent built up during and follow the manufacturer's
flashes in the display. washing. instructions on dosage given
on the packaging.
A To switch off the fault message: Switch the machine off with I-On/0-Off button.
36Problem solving guide
General problems
Problem Possible cause Remedy
The machine shakes The machine feet are not Level the machine (see
during the spin cycle. level. "Installation").
The laundry has not been The machine detected an Include both large and
spun properly and is still imbalance during the final small items in the load as
wet. spin and reduced the this will give better
spin speed automatically. distribution.
The laundry has not spun The spin speed selected Select a higher spin
satisfactorily. was too low. speed next time.
The pump makes strange This is not a fault! These noises occur at the end of a
noises. pump sequence as a normal part of the operation.
There is a lot of The water pressure is too – Clean the water inlet
detergent residue in the low. filter.
detergent drawer. – Select Water plus.
Powder detergent used Add washing powder
with water softeners can and then add the water
be sticky. softener.
Fabric conditioner is not The siphon tube is not Clean the siphon, (see
completely dispensed or correctly positioned or is "Cleaning and care -
too much water remains clogged up. Cleaning the detergent
in the § compartment. dispenser drawer").
The display is in a A different language has Set the language you
different language. been selected in the want. The flag symbol
Programmable functions will guide you.
- Language J menu.
When laundry is dry, it Too vigorous wash action. Programme in gentle
feels hard to the touch. action and more water.
Not enough detergent Increase detergent dose
used. to prevent limescale
build-up in laundry.
No fabric conditioner Use fabric conditioner in
used last rinse.
37Problem solving guide
An unsatisfactory wash result
Problem Possible cause Remedy
Liquid detergent Liquid detergents – Use a general purpose
does not give the usually contain no detergent containing a
required result. bleaching agents. bleaching agent.
They do not remove – Pour stain removers into
fruit, coffee and tea compartment j of the
stains. dispenser drawer and liquid
detergent into a dispenser ball.
– 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 load
washed laundry. to break down the run a Cottons 95°C programme
particles of grease in with powder detergent but
heavily soiled laundry. without a load.
A stale smell is in Low temperature – Before washing the next load
the drum and on washing. run a Cottons 95°C programme
laundry. with powder detergent but
without a load.
White residues The detergent – Try and brush off the residues
which look like contained compounds with a soft brush once the
powder detergent (zeolites) to aid water laundry is dry.
are seen on dark softening which are – Wash dark textiles using a
textiles after not soluble in water. detergent which contains no
washing. They have ended up zeolites. Liquid detergents
on the laundry. usually contain no zeolites.
– Use the Dark garments
programme.
Clothes are coming Programme was – Reduce quantity of clothes in
out creased. overloaded. drum.
The wrong – Check care labels and the
programme was used. programme chart.
– Use easy iron conditioners.
38Problem 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 I-On/0-Off 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.
39Problem solving guide
Opening the drum door in the Blocked drain outlet
event of a blocked drain outlet If the drain outlet is blocked, up to
and/or power failure 25 litres of water will be retained in the
^ Switch the washing machine off. machine.
There is a lever behind the detergent ,Caution: if laundry has been
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 lever.
^ Unscrew the drain filter lid until water
runs out.
^ Use it to open the access flap. To interrupt the flow of water:
^ Tighten the drain filter back up again.
40Problem 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.
Opening the drum door
,Always make sure that the drum
is stationary before reaching into the
machine to remove laundry.
Reaching into a moving drum is
extremely dangerous.
^ Remove the drain filter completely.
^ Clean it thoroughly.
^ Pull the emergency release
downwards (see illustration). The
drum door will open.
^ Remove any foreign objects (e.g.
buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff from the
filter housing. Turn the impeller by
hand to check that it rotates freely.
Any foreign object causing an
obstruction should be removed.
^ Put the drain filter back in place and
secure.
41After sales service
In the event of any faults which you Future updates (PC)
cannot remedy yourself, please
The indicator light marked PC is the
contact:
interface used by Miele service
– your Miele Dealer or technicians during servicing work for
testing purposes and for updating the
– the Miele Service Department (see
machine's programme data.
back cover for contact details).
When contacting your Dealer or the Appliance guarantee
Service Department, please quote the
Please see the guarantee card
model and serial number of your
supplied with your machine.
machine, both of which are shown on
the data plate visible above the
Optional accessories
porthole glass when the door is open.
Optional accessories for this washing
machine are available from your Miele
Dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts
Department.
Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded for
training purposes.
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