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Operating instructions Washing machine To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 11 409 820...
Contents Warning and Safety instructions ................. 5 Operating the washing machine ................ 12 Control panel ......................12 How the control panel works ................13 Caring for the environment ................ 14 Before using for the first time ................ 15 Removing the protective foil and stickers ............15 Opening the door at the end of the programme ...........
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Detergent ...................... 40 The correct detergent.................... 40 Detergent dispensing aids..................40 Fabric softeners and liquid starch ................. 40 Miele detergents....................42 Cleaning and care .................... 44 External casing and fascia panel................44 Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer ............. 44 Hygiene info(Cleaning the drum) ................46 Cleaning the water inlet filter .................
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Screwing out and adjusting the feet..............62 Installing under a continuous worktop ............. 63 Washer and dryer stack ................... 63 The Miele water protection system ............... 64 Connection to the water supply ................65 Drainage ........................ 66 Electrical connection .................... 67 Consumption data ....................
“Installation”, as well as in the “Warning and Safety instructions”. Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non- compliance with these instructions. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner.
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Warning and Safety instructions 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.
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Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spare parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used. The electrical socket must be easily accessible after installation so that the machine can be disconnected from the electricity supply if necessary.
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Warning and Safety instructions 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: –...
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Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Do not install the washing machine in a room where there is a risk of frost. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point.
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Miele recommends using Miele descaler for washing machines which is available to order online at shop.miele.com (depending on country) or from Miele. Strictly observe the instructions on the packaging.
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Miele cannot accept liability. A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked on top of a Miele washing machine using the appropriate stacking kit (available as an optional accessory). Please make sure you order the correct one for the Miele washing machine and Miele tumble dryer.
Operating the washing machine Control panel a Control panel e Indicator lights The control panel consists of a time lights up if there are faults with display and various sensor controls. the water inlet and drainage The individual sensors are explained in the following.
Operating the washing machine g Time display i Start/Add laundry sensor After the programme has started, the The programme can be started programme duration will appear in as soon as the sensor is the display in hours and minutes. flashing on and off. Touching When Delay start is being used, the the Start/Add laundry sensor programme duration will appear after...
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposing of your old material appliance The transport and protective packaging Electrical and electronic appliances has been selected from materials which often contain valuable materials. They are environmentally friendly for also contain specific materials, disposal, and can normally be recycled.
Before using for the first time Damage resulting from incorrect installation and connection. Installing and connecting the washing machine incorrectly will cause serious damage to property. See “Installation”. Removing the protective foil and stickers Remove: – the protective foil from the door ...
Before using for the first time Running the first programme Turn on the tap. Turn the programme selector to the Cottons position. The washing machine is now switched on and in the control panel the temperature 60°C lights up. ...
Washing environmentally and economically Energy and water consumption Detergent consumption – To get the most out of your machine, – Do not exceed the amounts of load the maximum dry load for the detergent recommended by the programme you are using. manufacturer on the packaging.
Spillages should be carefully dabbed off using a soft, colourfast cloth. Do not rub. Useful tip: Please refer to the Miele website or Miele@mobile App for more information on stain removal.
2. Loading the washing machine Opening the door Closing the door Take hold of the door and pull it Make sure that no items are caught open. between the door and the seal. Check the drum for pets or foreign objects before loading it with laundry.
3. Selecting a programme Selecting the temperature and spin Programme selection speed The washing machine is switched on by turning the programme selector to a The wash programme's pre-set wash programme. temperature and spin speed light up brightly. The choice of temperatures and spin speeds selectable for the wash programme light up dimly.
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3. Selecting a programme Selecting Extras The selection of Extras available for the wash programme lights up dimly. Touch the sensor for the Extra you want. It then lights up brightly. Useful tip: You can select multiple Extras for a wash programme. Please refer to “Extras”...
4. Adding detergent Adding fabric softener Detergent dispenser drawer Any detergent suitable for automatic front loading washing machines can be used with this appliance. Please observe the instructions for use and dosage on the detergent packaging. Filling with detergent Add fabric softener or liquid starch to the ...
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4. Adding detergent Tips on dosing Using liquid detergent with a pre- wash Adjust the detergent dosage to the level of soiling of the laundry and the size of Liquid detergent cannot be used for the the load. Reduce the amount of main wash if the pre-wash has been detergent with smaller loads (e.g.
You can order the capsules online at shop.miele.com (depending on country) Open the lid of the / or from Miele (see the end of this compartment. booklet for contact details). Capsules pose a health risk.
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4. Adding detergent The wash programme will dispense the contents of the capsule at the correct time. Water intake to the compartment is solely via the capsule. No additional fabric softener may be added to the compartment when using a capsule. ...
5. Starting the programme Starting a programme Adding laundry during a programme sequence Touch the flashing Start/Add laundry sensor. Laundry can be added or removed at any time, provided that the symbol The door will lock and the programme is not illuminated in the control panel.
6. At the end of the programme Opening the door and Items left in the drum could discolour removing the laundry other items in the next wash or become discoloured themselves. The door remains locked during the Check that all items have been Anti-crease phase.
Spinning Final spin speed in wash Deselecting Rinse hold (final programmes spin) Touch the sensor (Rinse hold). When a programme is selected, the sensor for the optimum spin speed for The laundry is not spun after the final that programme will be brightly lit up in rinse and remains in the rinse water.
Delay start With Delay start you can delay the start Starting Delay start of a programme from 30 minutes up to Touch the flashing Start/Add laundry a maximum of 24 hours. This allows sensor. you to make use of night-time economy The Delay start process starts and electricity rates, for example.
Programme chart Cottons 60°C Max. load 8.0 kg Items Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling, underwear, T-shirts etc. Notes With Cottons 60°C the actual wash temperature reached will be lower than 60°C although the wash performance is the same as with the standard Cottons 60°C programme.
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Programme chart Delicates Cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg Items Delicate garments made from synthetic fibre, mixed fibre, rayon and viscose. Performance outerwear (e.g. jackets and trousers) made from membrane fabric such as Gore-Tex®, SYMPATEX®, WINDSTOPPER®, etc. Curtains specified as machine-washable by the manufacturer. Notes –...
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Programme chart Express 20 Cold to 40°C Max. load 3.5 kg Items Cotton garments that have hardly been worn or are only very lightly soiled. Notes The Short Extra is activated automatically. Dark garments/ Cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg Denim Items Black and dark garments made from cotton, mixed fibres and...
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Programme chart Drain/Spin – Notes – Drain only: Set spin speed to . – Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed. Separate rinse/Starch Max. load 8.0 kg Items – For rinsing hand-washed items. – For starching table cloths, serviettes and workwear. Notes –...
Extras You can use the Extras sensors to Water + augment the wash programmes. The water level in the main wash and the rinse cycles is increased. A second Selecting Extras rinse cycle is carried out in the Separate Extras are selected and deselected rinse/Starch programme.
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Programme sequence Special features in the = low water level programme sequence = medium water level Anti-crease: = high water level At the end of the programme the drum = intensive rhythm continues to turn at intervals for up to 30 minutes to help prevent creasing.
Changing the programme sequence Changing the programme It is not possible to change the programme, the temperature, the spin speed or the selected Extras after the programme has started. Cancelling a programme You can cancel a programme at any time after it has started. ...
Garment care label symbols Washing Drying The figure quoted in the symbol is the The number of dots indicates the maximum temperature at which the drying temperature. garment can be washed. The number Normal temperature of bars under the symbol indicates the level of agitation permitted.
Detergent The correct detergent Refill packs of detergent All detergents produced for automatic When purchasing detergent, buy refill front loading washing machines are packs wherever possible. This helps suitable. Follow the manufacturer's reduce the amount of waste packaging. instructions and dosage Fabric softeners and liquid recommendations on the packaging.
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Detergent Using fabric softener or starch Colour run and dye removers/ separately dyes Prepare the starch in accordance with Damage due to colour run/dye the manufacturer's instructions on the removers. packaging. Colour run and dye removers can Useful tip: When adding fabric cause corrosion in the washing softener, activate the Water + Extra.
Detergent Miele detergents Miele detergents have been specially designed for everyday use in Miele washing machines. See “Detergents and care products” for more information about these detergents. Miele detergents Miele capsules UltraWhite UltraColor Cottons ...
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Detergent The recommendations apply to the temperature ranges given in the Programme chart. Universal Colour Delicates and Special woollens detergent Cottons – – Cottons – – Minimum iron – – – Delicates – –...
Cleaning and care External casing and fascia Cleaning the detergent panel dispenser drawer Washing at low temperatures and the Risk of electric shock! use of liquid detergent can lead to a Mains voltage is present when the build-up of mould and bacteria in the washing machine is switched off.
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Cleaning and care Cleaning the siphon and the / compartment channel Liquid starch results in clogging. If clogged, the siphon in the / compartment will not work and the compartment can overflow. Clean the siphon particularly thoroughly after using liquid starch a few times.
Cleaning and care Reassemble the filter and seal in the Hygiene info reverse order and reconnect the (Cleaning the drum) hose. Washing at low temperatures and/or Cleaning the filter in the inlet valve using liquid detergent can cause bacteria and unpleasant odours to build ...
With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of the appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be remedied without contacting Miele. This will save you time and money because you won't need a service call.
Wait at least 2 minutes before reconnecting the washing machine to the electricity supply. Then switch the washing machine on again. Restart the programme. If the fault message appears again, contact Miele.
Check whether the washing machine is aligned correctly (see "Installation – Levelling the machine"). Check whether the maximum drain height of 1 m has been exceeded. If the fault message appears again, contact Miele. The washing machine can still be used, but without the Pre-ironing Extra.
60°C has not been run for a long period of time. In order to prevent bacteria and unpleasant odours building up in the machine, run the Cottons 90°C programme using Miele IntenseClean or powder detergent. The detergent dispenser drawer was left closed after washing.
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Problem solving guide General problems with the washing machine Problem Possible cause and remedy Fabric softener is not The siphon tube is not correctly positioned, or is completely dispensed clogged up. or too much water Clean the siphon (see “Cleaning and care - remains in the ...
Problem solving guide An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause and remedy Liquid detergent does Liquid detergents usually contain no bleaching not give the required agents. They do not remove fruit, coffee and tea result. stains. Use a general purpose powder detergent containing a bleaching agent.
Wait until the temperature in the drum has in the time display. decreased and the bars have stopped flashing in the display. and alternately The door lock has jammed. appear in the time Call Miele. display.
Problem solving guide Opening the door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/ or power cut Switch off the washing machine. Slowly and carefully unscrew the filter to let the water out. Be careful not to release too much water at once.
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Problem solving guide Opening the door Danger of injury due to rotating drum! Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous. Danger of injury! Always make sure that the drum is stationary before reaching in to remove laundry. Clean the drain filter thoroughly. ...
Optional spare parts and accessories cannot remedy yourself, please contact for this washing machine are available Miele. from Miele. Contact information for Miele can be Warranty found at the end of this booklet. The manufacturer's warranty for this Please quote the model and serial appliance is 2 years.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Front view a Inlet hose (tested to withstand e Detergent dispenser drawer pressures up to 7000 kPa) f Door b Electrical connection g Access to filters, pumps and c Flexible drain hose (with detachable emergency release swivel elbow) h Four height-adjustable feet d Control panel...
*INSTALLATION* Installation Rear view a Drain hose e Inlet hose (tested to withstand pressures up to 7000 kPa) b Transport clips for inlet and drain f Safety caps for transit bars hoses and mains connection cable c Electrical connection g Transport clips for inlet and drain hoses and for storing transit bars d Protruding lid for holding when when not in use...
*INSTALLATION* Installation Installation surface Transporting the washing machine to its installation site A concrete floor is the most suitable installation surface. It is far less prone Danger of injury due to to vibration during the spin cycle than unsecured lid. wooden floorboards or a carpeted Make sure the fixings at the back of surface.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Using the spanner supplied, turn the Turn the right-hand transit bar left-hand transit bar anti-clockwise clockwise 90°, then 90°, then withdraw the transit bar. withdraw the transit bar.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Risk of injury from sharp edges. There is a risk of injury from reaching into holes that are not covered. To avoid the risk of injury, the holes for the transit bars must be covered after the transit bars have been removed! ...
*INSTALLATION* Installation Levelling the machine The washing machine must stand perfectly level on all four feet to ensure safe and proper operation. Incorrect installation may increase electricity and water consumption and may cause the machine to move about. Screwing out and adjusting the feet The four adjustable screw feet are used for levelling the washing machine.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Installing under a continuous Washer and dryer stack worktop A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked with the washing machine. The Risk of electric shock due to appropriate “WTV” stacking kit* to exposed cables. match your tumble dryer is required.
The Miele water protection housing system – Sump: Any leaking water is collected The Miele water protection system in a sump in the base of the machine. protects all parts of the washing A float switches off the water inlet...
*INSTALLATION* Installation Maintenance Connection to the water supply Only use a genuine Miele hose should Health risk and risk of damage you ever need a replacement. These are due to contaminated mains water. tested to withstand pressures up to The quality of the water used must 7000 kPa.
If required, the hose can be extended to a length of up to 5 m. The necessary parts can be purchased from Miele. For a delivery head of more than 1 m (up to a max. of 1.8 m) a replacement drain pump will need to be fitted.
If the connection cable is damaged, it must only be replaced with a specific connection cable of the same type (available from Miele) in order to avoid a hazard. For safety reasons, such replacement may only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent technician or Miele.
Technical data Height 850 mm Width 596 mm Depth 643 mm Depth with door open 1077 mm Height for building under 850 mm Width for building under 600 mm Weight Approx. 96 kg Capacity 8 kg dry laundry Voltage See data plate Rated load See data plate Fuse rating...
Programmable functions Choosing and selecting The programmable functions are used programmable functions to alter the machine's electronics to suit changing requirements. The number of the programmable Programmable functions can be function will appear in the display as altered at any time. and a number: e.g.
Programmable functions Editing and saving the Exiting the programming level programmable function Turn the programme selector to . You can either switch a programmable The settings have been changed. You function on or off or select different can alter the settings again at any time. options.
Programmable functions PIN Code Control panel standby status The PIN code prevents the washing machine being used without your To save energy the time display and knowledge. sensors will go out after 10 minutes, and only the Start/Add laundry sensor When the code has been activated, you will flash slowly.
Reduce temperature Longer pre-wash Cottons At high altitudes water has a lower If you require a longer pre-wash you boiling point. Miele recommends can extend the pre-wash time. activating the Reduce temperature setting at altitudes of or above 2000 m Options to prevent water from boiling.
Programmable functions Water plus Maximum rinse level You can determine the amount of The water level in the rinse can be water used if the Water + Extra is permanently set to the highest value. selected. This function is important for allergy Options sufferers as it achieves excellent rinse results.
Programmable functions Suds cooling Anti-crease When this is activated, additional The Anti-crease function helps prevent water flows into the drum at the end of creasing if laundry is not going to be the main wash to cool the suds down. removed immediately after the end of Hot suds can damage plastic drainage the programme.
– Most suitable for white or light can be ordered via the internet at coloured textiles shop.miele.com (depending on country) or from Miele (see end of this booklet UltraDark (liquid detergent) for contact details). – For black and dark textiles Detergent –...
– Visibly renews fabric with just one capsules. wash Caps Sport – Special Miele formula with Novozymes technology – For synthetic fabrics – Removes pilling and renews colour – Neutralises odours thanks to built-in intensity and brightness odour absorber –...
Detergents and care products Fabric care Machine care products These fabric care products are available Descaling agent as convenient single-use capsules. – Removes heavy limescale deposits Caps Fabric Softener – Mild and gentle with natural citric – Fabric softener for freshly scented acid laundry –...
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