10 014 070
Operating Instructions
Dishwasher
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions be‐
fore installation or use.
en-US M.-Nr. 10 014 070HG05
Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................. 4
Guide to the dishwasher ..................................................................................... 13
Appliance overview................................................................................................ 13
Control panel.......................................................................................................... 14
Caring for the environment ................................................................................. 15
Disposal of packaging material.............................................................................. 15
Disposal of your old appliance .............................................................................. 15
Energy-saving dishwashing ................................................................................... 15
Before using for the first time............................................................................. 16
Opening the door ................................................................................................... 16
Closing the door .................................................................................................... 16
Child safety lock .................................................................................................... 16
Before using the appliance for the first time, you require:..................................... 17
Rinse aid ................................................................................................................ 17
Adding rinse aid ................................................................................................ 17
Rinse aid indicator ............................................................................................ 18
Setting the rinse aid dosage ............................................................................. 19
Loading the dishwasher ...................................................................................... 20
Tips ........................................................................................................................ 20
Loading examples.................................................................................................. 22
Upper basket ......................................................................................................... 26
Adjusting the upper basket............................................................................... 27
Lower basket ......................................................................................................... 28
Cutlery.................................................................................................................... 29
Cutlery tray (depending on model) ................................................................... 29
Cutlery basket (depending on model)............................................................... 30
Operation .............................................................................................................. 31
Detergent ............................................................................................................... 31
Adding detergent .............................................................................................. 32
Turning on .............................................................................................................. 33
Selecting a program............................................................................................... 33
Starting a program ................................................................................................. 34
Time display........................................................................................................... 34
Energy management.............................................................................................. 35
At the end of the program...................................................................................... 35
Turning off .............................................................................................................. 36
Unloading the dishwasher ..................................................................................... 36
Interrupting a program ........................................................................................... 37
Changing a program .............................................................................................. 37
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Contents
Options.................................................................................................................. 38
Short Ц ................................................................................................................ 38
Turning off the refill indicator.................................................................................. 39
Delay Start ............................................................................................................. 40
Optimize Standby .................................................................................................. 42
Factory default settings.......................................................................................... 43
Program overview................................................................................................ 44
Cleaning and care ................................................................................................ 45
Cleaning the wash cabinet..................................................................................... 45
Cleaning the door and the door seal ..................................................................... 45
Cleaning the door front .......................................................................................... 46
Filter system........................................................................................................... 47
Cleaning the spray arms ........................................................................................ 49
Frequently Asked Questions............................................................................... 50
Technical problems ................................................................................................ 50
Water intake fault ................................................................................................... 52
Water drainage fault............................................................................................... 52
General problems................................................................................................... 53
Noises .................................................................................................................... 54
Poor cleaning results.............................................................................................. 55
Frequently asked questions................................................................................ 58
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve ..................................................... 58
Customer service................................................................................................. 59
Repairs................................................................................................................... 59
Warranty................................................................................................................. 59
Optional accessories ........................................................................................... 60
Installation Instructions .......................................................................................... 63
Electrical connection........................................................................................... 64
Water connection................................................................................................. 66
Water intake ........................................................................................................... 66
Drainage................................................................................................................. 67
Sound emission testing ....................................................................................... 68
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This dishwasher complies with current safety requirements. Inap‐
propriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to
property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the dishwasher,
please read the installation plan and the operating instructions
carefully before it is installed and used for the first time. They con‐
tain important information on its installation, safety, use and main‐
tenance.
Keep the installation plan and the operating instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any future owner.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compli‐
ance with this information.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Correct use
ʊThis dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and
similar residential environments.
ʊThis dishwasher is not suitable for outdoor use.
ʊIt must only be used as specified in these operating instructions
for cleaning domestic dishware and cutlery. Any other usage is not
supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous.
ʊThis appliance is not intended for use by persons (including chil‐
dren) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety with children
ʊChildren must be kept away from the appliance unless they are
constantly supervised.
ʊChildren should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance. Keep small children away from the appliance at
all times to avoid the risk of injury. There is the risk that children may
lock themselves in the dishwasher.
ʊIf the automatic door opening mechanism (depending on model)
is active keep young children away from the area in which the door
opens. Danger of injury in the unlikely event of a fault with the open‐
ing mechanism.
ʊDanger of suffocation! Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags,
etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children.
ʊKeep children away from detergents. Dishwasher detergents can
cause burning in the mouth, nose and throat if swallowed, or inhibit
breathing. Keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is
open. There could still be detergent residues in the cabinet. Seek
medical attention immediately if your child has swallowed or inhaled
detergent.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Technical safety
ʊInstallation, repair, and maintenance work should only be per‐
formed by a Miele-authorized service technician. Work by unquali‐
fied persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty.
ʊBefore installation, check the dishwasher for visible signs of dam‐
age. Under no circumstances should you use a damaged dishwash‐
er. A damaged dishwasher could be dangerous.
ʊThe electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it and an effective grounding
system. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is
present and regularly tested and, where there is any doubt, the elec‐
trical system in the house should be checked by a qualified electri‐
cian.
Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate
grounding system (e.g. electric shock).
ʊReliable and safe operation of this dishwasher can only be assur‐
ed if it has been connected to the electrical supply.
ʊThe dishwasher must only be plugged into the electricity supply
via a suitable switched socket using a 3-pin plug with a grounding
contact (it must not be hard-wired). The electrical socket must be
easily accessible after the dishwasher is installed so that it can be
disconnected from the electricity supply at any time.
ʊThere must be no electrical sockets behind the dishwasher. There
is a danger of overheating and fire risk if the dishwasher is pushed
up against a plug.
ʊThe dishwasher must not be installed under a cooktop. The high
radiant temperatures which are sometimes generated by a cooktop
could damage the dishwasher. For the same reason, it should not be
installed next to open fires or other appliances which give off heat,
such as heaters, etc.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ʊTo avoid the risk of damage to the dishwasher, make sure that the
connection data on the data plate (fuse rating, voltage, and frequen‐
cy) matches the electrical supply before connecting the dishwasher
to the mains. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
ʊDo not connect the dishwasher to the electrical supply until it has
been fully installed and any adjustment has been made to the door
springs.
ʊThe dishwasher may only be operated if the door opening mecha‐
nism is working correctly. Otherwise there could be a risk of danger
while the automatic door opening mechanism (depending on model)
is active.
To check that the door opening mechanism is working correctly:
– The door springs must be adjusted equally on both sides. They
are correctly adjusted when the door remains stationary when left
half open (approx. 45° opening angle). It is also important that the
door cannot fall open.
– The door locking pins automatically retract when the door opens
at the end of the drying phase.
ʊDo not connect the appliance to the electrical supply by a multi-
socket adapter or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the re‐
quired safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
ʊThis appliance must not be installed and operated in a non-sta‐
tionary location (e.g., on a ship).
ʊDo not install the dishwasher in a room where there is a risk of
frost. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic
module may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point.
ʊThe water pressure (flow pressure at the connection point) must
be between 4.35 - 145 psi.
ʊA damaged appliance could be dangerous. If the dishwasher gets
damaged, turn off the electrical supply and contact Miele.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ʊThe manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is
not repaired by a Miele-authorized service technician.
ʊDefective components should be replaced by Miele original parts
only. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the safe‐
ty of the appliance.
ʊDuring installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance
must be disconnected from the electrical supply (turn it off and with‐
draw the plug from the socket).
ʊIf the connection cable is damaged, it must be replaced with a
special cable of the same type (available from Miele) by a Miele-au‐
thorized service technician only.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Proper installation
ʊThe dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance
with the installation plan.
ʊBe careful when installing the dishwasher. Wear protective
gloves to avoid injury on any sharp metal components.
ʊThe dishwasher must be correctly aligned horizontally to ensure
problem-free operation.
ʊIn order to ensure stability, built-under and integrated dishwash‐
ers must only be installed under a continuous counter which is se‐
cured to adjacent cabinetry.
ʊIf you want to convert your freestanding dishwasher to a built-un‐
der ("U") model, you will need to order the appropriate conversion
kit. If you remove the existing toe-kick, you must replace it with a Umodel plinth. This is necessary to avoid the risk of injury caused by
protruding metal parts.
ʊThe door springs must be adjusted equally on both sides. They
are correctly adjusted when the door remains stationary when left
half open (approx. 45° opening angle). It is also important that the
door cannot fall open.
The appliance may only be used with correctly adjusted door
springs.
Proper use
ʊDo not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion!
ʊDo not inhale or ingest powder detergent. Dishwasher detergents
contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which can cause burning in
the nose, mouth, and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Seek
medical attention immediately if detergent has been swallowed or in‐
haled.
ʊAvoid leaving the door open unnecessarily as someone could trip
over it and be injured by it.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ʊDo not sit or lean on the opened door. This could cause the dish‐
washer to tip and be damaged, and you could get injured.
ʊDishes can be very hot at the end of a program. Allow them to
cool until they are comfortable enough to handle before unloading.
ʊOnly use detergent and rinse aid formulated for domestic dish‐
washers. Do not use dishwashing liquid.
ʊDo not use commercial or industrial detergents as these may
cause damage, and there is a risk of a severe explosive chemical re‐
action (such as an explosive oxyhydrogen gas reaction).
ʊDo not fill the rinse aid reservoir with powder or liquid detergent.
This will cause serious damage to the reservoir.
ʊInadvertently filling the salt reservoir with powder or liquid dish‐
washer detergent will damage the water softener. Make sure you
have picked up the correct packet of dishwasher salt before filling
the salt reservoir!
ʊOnly use special coarse grained dishwasher salt for reactivation.
Do not use other salts such as cooking salt, agricultural grade or
gritting salt. These may contain insoluble additives which can impair
the functioning of the water softener.
ʊIn an appliance with a cutlery basket (depending on model), cut‐
lery is cleaned and dried more efficiently if placed in the basket with
the handles downwards. However, to avoid the risk of injury, place
knives and forks with the handles upwards.
ʊPlastic items which cannot withstand being washed in hot water,
such as disposable plastic containers or plastic cutlery should not
be cleaned in the dishwasher. The high temperatures in the dish‐
washer may cause them to melt or lose shape.
ʊIf you use the "FlexiTimer/Delay Start" option (depending on mod‐
el), make sure that the dispenser is dry before adding detergent.
Wipe dry if necessary. Detergent will clog if poured into a damp dis‐
penser and may not be thoroughly dispersed.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ʊPlease observe the information given in "Technical data" regard‐
ing the capacity of the dishwasher.
Accessories
ʊUse only genuine original Miele parts. If spare parts or accesso‐
ries from other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become
invalid.
Disposal of your old dishwasher
ʊMake the door lock inoperative so that children cannot acciden‐
tally shut themselves in. Remove or destroy the locking bracket of
the door lock, and make appropriate arrangements for the disposal
of the appliance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND PASS THEM ON TO ANY FUTURE USER
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Appliance overview
Guide to the dishwasher
&
Upper spray arm (not visible)
'
Cutlery tray (depending on model)
(
Upper basket
)
Middle spray arm
*
Air intake for drying (depending on
model)
+
Lower spray arm
,
Filter system
-
Data plate
.
Rinse aid reservoir
/
Dual compartment detergent dis‐
penser
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Guide to the dishwasher
Control panel
&
Program selection
'
Time display
(
Check/Refill indicators
)
Start button with indicator light
These operating instructions apply to several different dishwasher models with
different heights.
The specific dishwasher models are referred to as follows:
Standard = 31 11/16" (80.5 cm) high dishwashers (integrated)
and 33 1/4" (84.5 cm) high dishwashers (freestanding)
XXL = 33 1/4" (84.5 cm) high dishwashers (integrated)
*
Short button Ц with indicator light
+
Delay Start button Ɂ with indicator
light
,
Program selection button Ҳ
-
ɶ (On/Off) Button
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of packaging material
The cardboard box and packaging pro‐
tect the appliance during shipping.
These materials are biodegradable and
recyclable. Please recycle.
Disposal of your old appliance
Old appliances may contain materials
that can be recycled. Please contact
your local recycling authority about the
possibility of recycling these materials.
Please be sure that your old appliance
does not pose a danger to children
while being stored for disposal.
Energy-saving dishwashing
This dishwasher is economical in the
use of water and electricity. For best re‐
sults follow these tips:
– For most economical dishwashing,
make full use of the baskets without
overloading the dishwasher.
– Choose a program that best suits the
degree of soiling and the type of
dishes being washed.
– Select the Economy program (de‐
pending on model) for energy-saving
dishwashing. This program is the
most efficient in terms of its com‐
bined energy and water consumption
at cleaning normally soiled dishware.
– Follow the detergent manufacturer's
recommendations on detergent dos‐
age.
– When using powder or liquid deter‐
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gent, you can use
baskets are only half full.
/3 less detergent if
– The dishwasher can be connected to
a hot water supply for further econo‐
mies. If the water is heated by for ex‐
ample, solar panels, this would be
energy efficient.
However, if your water is heated by
electricity we would recommend con‐
nection to cold water.
You can find additional tips on energysaving dishwashing in "Miele's guide
to dishwashing".
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Before using for the first time
Opening the door
ĺ To open the door, reach under the
door grip and pull.
If the door is opened during operation,
all functions are automatically interrupt‐
ed.
ɘ Water in the dishwasher may be
hot. Danger of scalding!
Only open the door during operation
if absolutely necessary and exercise
extreme caution when doing so.
Closing the door
ĺ Push the baskets in.
ĺ Then lift the door upwards and push
until it clicks into position.
ɘ Danger of crushing injuries!
Do not put your hand inside the door
as it is closing.
Child safety lock
Use the safety lock to prevent children
from opening the dishwasher door.
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ĺ To lock the door, push the slide un‐
derneath the door grip to the right.
ĺ To unlock the door, push the slide to
the left.
Before using for the first time
Before using the appliance for
the first time, you require:
– Domestic dishwasher detergent
– Rinse aid formulated for domestic
dishwashers
Every dishwasher is tested at the fac‐
tory. There will be residual water in the
appliance from this test. It is not an in‐
dication that it has been used previ‐
ously.
Rinse aid
Rinse aid is needed to prevent spotting
on dishes and glassware. The rinse aid
is filled in the reservoir and the set
amount will be automatically dosed.
ɘ Filling the rinse aid reservoir with
detergent will damage the reservoir.
Only pour rinse aid formulated for
residential dishwashers into the res‐
ervoir.
When using "Tab" detergents rinse
aid is not needed.
Adding rinse aid
ĺ Press the button on the lid of the
rinse aid reservoir in the direction of
the arrow until the flap springs open.
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Before using for the first time
ĺ Add rinse aid only until it is visible in
the opening.
The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.
3.7 oz. (110 ml).
ĺ Close the flap firmly so that it clicks
into place. Otherwise water can enter
the rinse aid reservoir during a pro‐
gram.
Rinse aid indicator
When the Rinse aid indicator lights up,
the rinse aid reservoir contains suffi‐
cient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programs only.
ĺ Add rinse aid.
If you consistently use a "Tab" deter‐
gent, you can deactivate the refill indi‐
cators if you wish (see "Options - Re‐
fill indicators").
ĺ Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This
prevents over-foaming occurring dur‐
ing the next program.
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Before using for the first time
Setting the rinse aid dosage
You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for
best results.
The rinse aid dosage is set in stages
from 0 to 6. It is set to 3 at the factory.
This is the recommended setting.
The dosage can turn out to be higher
than the set value due to the automatic
adjustment of the
If spots appear on dishware and glass‐
ware:
ĺ Increase the rinse aid dosage.
If clouding or smearing appears on
dishware and glassware:
ĺ Decrease the rinse aid dosage.
Automatic program.
ĺ Turn the dishwasher off with the ɶ
button, if it is turned on.
ĺ Press the Start button and, simulta‐
neously, switch the dishwasher on
using the ɶ button.
Keep the
least four seconds until the
cator light comes on.
If this does not happen, start the proce‐
dure from the beginning again.
ĺ Press the Ɂ button 3 times.
The Ɂ indicator light will flash 3 times
at short intervals.
The set value will appear in the display
after ɠ.
The flashing sequence ɠɉ will appear in
the display.
This indicates a factory default setting
of 3.
Start button pressed for at
Start indi‐
ĺ Use the Start button to select the set‐
ting required.
Each press on the button moves you
up a level. After reaching the highest
value, the counter starts from the be‐
ginning again.
The setting is now stored in memory.
ĺ Turn the dishwasher off with the ɶ
button.
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Loading the dishwasher
Tips
Remove coarse food residues from the
dishware.
There is no need to rinse items under
running water!
ɘ Do not wash items soiled with
ash, sand, wax, grease, or paint in
the dishwasher. These will damage
the dishwasher.
Dishware can be loaded anywhere in
the baskets, but the following notes
should be observed:
– Do not place dishes or cutlery inside
other pieces. They will cover each
other.
– Load the dishware so that water can
access all surfaces. This ensures that
they get properly cleaned.
– Make sure that all items are securely
positioned.
– Make sure that small items cannot
fall through the holders in the bas‐
kets.
Small items, e.g., lids, should there‐
fore be placed in the cutlery tray or
cutlery basket (depending on model).
Some foods may contain natural
dyes, e.g., carrots, tomatoes or to‐
mato sauce. Plastic items in the
dishwasher may discolor if large
quantities of these foodstuffs find
their way into the dishwasher on the
dishware. The stability of plastic
items is not affected by this discolor‐
ation.
Cleaning silver cutlery in the dish‐
washer may also cause plastic items
to discolor.
– Hollow items such as cups, glasses,
pans, etc. must be inverted in the
basket.
– Tall, narrow, hollow items, e.g.,
champagne glasses, should be
placed in the center of the basket to
ensure better water coverage.
– Concave items such as mugs or
bowls should be placed at an angle
so that the water can run off.
– The spray arms must not be blocked
by items which are too tall or hang
through the baskets. If in doubt, test
for free movement by manually rotat‐
ing the spray arms.
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Loading the dishwasher
Items not recommended for dish‐
washing
– Wooden cutlery, cutting boards and
dishware or items with wooden parts
– Craft items, antiques, valuable vases,
and decorative glassware
– Plastic items which are not heat-re‐
sistant: the high temperatures in the
dishwasher may cause them to melt
or lose shape.
– Copper, brass, tin and aluminum
items may discolor or become matt.
– Colors painted over a glaze may fade
after a number of washes.
– Delicate glassware and glassware
containing lead crystal: clouding may
occur over time.
Please note:
Silverware previously cleaned with a
silver polish may still be damp or spot‐
ted at the end of a program, where wa‐
ter has not run off smoothly. It may
need to be rubbed dry with a soft cloth.
Glass care
– Clouding may occur on glasses after
frequent washing. If delicate glass‐
ware is washed in the dishwasher,
ensure that only very low tempera‐
tures are used (see program chart), or
a special glass-care program is used
(depending on model). This will re‐
duce the risk of clouding.
– Purchase glassware which is dish‐
washer-safe (e.g., Riedel glassware).
– Use detergents with glass protective
additives (e.g., Miele CareCollection
tabs).
– Visit "http://www.mieleglass‐
care.com/international/en/glasscare/
english" for more information on
glass care.
Silver which has been in contact with
foods containing sulphur can discolor.
These include egg yolk, onions, mayon‐
naise, mustard, fish, and marinades.
ɘ Aluminum components (e.g.,
range hood grease filters) must not
be cleaned with a commercial or in‐
dustrial cleaning agent.
These may damage the material.
Tip: When purchasing new dishware
and cutlery, make sure they are dish‐
washer-safe.
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Upper basket
Cutlery tray (depending on model)
Lower basket
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