Miele G4101, 4106 Operating instructions

Operating instructions

for dishwashers

To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions as well as the installation plan before it is installed and used for the first time.

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Contents

Description of the appliance.........................................4

Appliance overview .................................................4

Control panel ......................................................5

Warning and safety instructions .....................................6

Caring for the environment.........................................11

Disposal of the packing material ......................................11

Disposal of your old appliance .......................................11

Energy saving washing .............................................12

Before using for the first time.......................................13

To open the door ..................................................13

To close the door ..................................................13

Safety lock .......................................................13

Water softener ....................................................14

To programme the water hardness level .............................15

Checking the programmed water hardness level ......................16

Before using the appliance for the first time, you require:...................17

Filling the salt reservoir .............................................17

Insufficient salt indication ...........................................18

Rinse aid ........................................................19

Adding rinse aid ..................................................19

Rinse aid indicator .................................................20

Setting the rinse aid dosage .........................................21

Loading the dishwasher ...........................................22

Items not suitable for dishwashers: ....................................23

Upper basket .....................................................24

Cup rack (depending on model) ...................................24

Adjusting the upper basket .......................................25

Lower basket .....................................................26

Cutlery ..........................................................27

Cutlery tray (depending on model)..................................27

Cutlery basket (depending on model) ...............................28

Operation .......................................................29

Detergent ........................................................29

Adding detergent..................................................31

Switching on .....................................................32

Selecting a programme .............................................32

Starting the programme.............................................32

Contents

Programme sequence indicators .....................................32

Standby .........................................................33

At the end of a programme ..........................................33

Switching off .....................................................33

Unloading the dishwasher ...........................................33

Interrupting a programme ...........................................34

Changing a programme ............................................34

Additional options .................................................35

Factory default settings ..........................................35

Cleaning and care ................................................36

Cleaning the wash cabinet ..........................................36

Cleaning the door and the door seal ...................................36

Cleaning the door front .............................................36

Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet.................................37

Cleaning the spray arms ............................................39

Problem solving guide ............................................40

Technical problems ................................................40

The dishwasher does not fill/drain. ....................................42

General problems .................................................43

Noises ..........................................................44

Unsatisfactory washing result ........................................45

Maintenance .....................................................48

Cleaning the water inlet filter .........................................48

Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve...........................49

After sales service ................................................50

Repairs .......................................................50

Future updates .................................................50

Comparison tests.................................................51

Programme chart .................................................54

Optional accessories..............................................58

Electrical connection..............................................59

Water connection.................................................60

The Miele Waterproof system ........................................60

Connection to the water supply .......................................60

Connection to the drainage system....................................61

Technical data ...................................................62

Description of the appliance

Appliance overview

a Upper spray arm (not visible)

b Cutlery tray (depending on model)

c Upper basket

d Middle spray arm

e Air inlet for drying

(depending on model)

f Lower spray arm

g Filter combination

h Data plate

i Child safety lock in door grip (not

visible)

j Rinse aid reservoir

k Dual compartment detergent

dispenser

l Salt reservoir

Control panel

Description of the appliance

a Check/Refill indicators

b Programme sequence indicators

c Start/Stop button with indicator light

d Programme selector

e On/Off button K

These Operating instructions apply to several different dishwasher models with different heights. The specific dishwasher models below are referred to as follows: Standard = 80.5 cm high dishwashers (integrated)

and 84.5 cm high dishwashers (freestanding)

XXL = 84.5 cm high dishwashers

Warning and safety instructions

Safety with children

This appliance conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its safety, use and maintenance. Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner.

Correct application

This dishwasher is designed for

domestic use and for use in similar environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts and other typical living quarters to clean domestic crockery, cutlery and glassware. This does not include common/shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels, motels or bed & breakfasts.

Any other usage is at the owner's risk. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.

This appliance is not a toy! To avoid

the risk of injury, keep children well away and do not allow them to play in or around the dishwasher, or to use the controls. They will not understand the potential dangers posed by it. They should be supervised whenever you are working in the kitchen. There is a danger that children playing might shut themselves in the dishwasher.

Older children may only use the

dishwasher when its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely, recognising the dangers of misuse.

Keep children away from

detergents. Dishwasher detergents contain irritants and corrosive ingredients which 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. Consult a doctor immediately if your child has swallowed or inhaled detergent.

This dishwasher is not suitable for

outdoor use.

This appliance 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.

Warning and safety instructions

Technical safety

Before installation, check the

dishwasher for visible signs of damage. Under no circumstances should you use a damaged dishwasher. A damaged dishwasher could be dangerous.

The dishwasher must only be

plugged into the electricity supply via a suitable switched socket. The electrical socket must be easily accessible after the dishwasher has been installed so that it can be disconnected from the electricity supply at any time. (See "Electrical connection").

There must be no electrical sockets

behind the dishwasher. Danger of overheating and fire risk if the dishwasher were to be pushed up against a plug.

The 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.

Do not connect the dishwasher to

the mains supply until it has been fully installed, including the adjustment of the door springs.

Before connecting the appliance,

check that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and rated load) match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

The electrical safety of this

appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and regularly tested and where there is any doubt, the electrical system in the house should be checked by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

Do not connect the appliance to the

mains electricity supply via a multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).

Warning and safety instructions

This appliance must not be used in

mobile installations (e.g. on a ship).

The plastic housing of the water

connection contains an electrical component. The housing must not be dipped in water.

There are live wires in the water inlet

hose. Never cut the water inlet hose, even if it is too long.

The integrated Waterproof system

offers protection from water damage, provided the following conditions are met:

– The dishwasher is correctly installed

and plumbed in.

– The appliance is properly maintained

and parts are replaced where it can be seen that this is necessary.

– The tap has been turned off when

the appliance is not used for a longer period of time (e.g. during holidays).

The Waterproof system will work even if the appliance is switched off. However, the appliance must remain connected to the electricity supply.

A damaged dishwasher could be

dangerous. If the dishwasher gets damaged, switch it off at the mains im mediately and call Miele.

Unauthorised repairs could result in

unforeseen dangers for the user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved service technician.

Faulty components must only be

replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used.

Always disconnect the dishwasher

from the electrical supply for maintenance work (switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug).

If the connection cable is damaged,

it must be replaced with a Miele cable by a Miele approved service technician only.

In areas which may be subject to

infestation by cockroaches or other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings in a clean condition at all times. Any damage which may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the warranty.

Warning and safety instructions

Correct installation

The dishwasher must be installed

and connected in compliance with the installation instructions.

The dishwasher must be correctly

aligned to ensure problem-free operation.

In order to ensure stability,

built-under and integrated dishwashers must only be installed under a continuous worktop which is secured to adjacent cabinetry.

If you want to convert your

freestanding dishwasher to a built-under ("U") model, you will need to order the appropriate conversion kit. If you remove the existing plinth, you must replace it with a U-model plinth. This is necessary to avoid the risk of injury caused by protruding metal parts.

The door springs on either side

need to be evenly adjusted. They are correctly adjusted if the half-opened door (approx. 45° door opening angle) remains in this position when it is released. The door must not fall down under its own weight.

Correct use

Do not use solvents in the

dishwasher. Danger of explosion.

Avoid inhalation of powder

detergents. Dishwasher detergents contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which can cause burning in the nose, mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Consult a doctor immediate ly if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled.

Avoid leaving the door open

unnecessarily as you could trip over it.

Do not sit or lean on the opened

door. This could cause the dishwasher to tip and be damaged, and you could get injured.

Only use detergent and rinse aid

formulated for domestic dishwashers. Do not use washing-up liquid.

Do not use commercial or industrial

detergents as these may cause damage, and there is a risk of severe chemical reaction.

Do not fill the rinse aid reservoir with

powder or liquid detergent. This will cause serious damage to the reservoir.

Warning and safety instructions

Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir

with powder or liquid dishwasher detergent will damage the water softener.

Please only use special coarse

grained dishwasher salt for reactivation, as other salts may contain insoluble additives which can impair the functioning of the softener.

In an appliance with a cutlery basket

(depending on model) cutlery 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 etc. with the handles upwards.

Plastic items which cannot withstand

being washed in hot water, such as disposable plastic containers, or plastic cutlery and crockery should not be cleaned in the dishwasher. The high temperatures in the dishwasher may cause them to melt or lose shape.

Accessories

Only use genuine Miele spare parts

and accessories with this dishwasher. If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, this will invalidate the warranty, and Miele cannot accept liability.

Disposal of your old dishwasher

Make the door lock inoperative so

that children cannot accidentally shut themselves in. Remove or destroy the locking bracket of the door lock.

The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.

On models with "Delay start", make

sure that the dispenser is dry before adding detergent. Wipe dry if necessary. Detergent will clog if poured into a damp dispenser and may not be thoroughly dispensed.

Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing material

The packing material protects the dishwasher from transport damage. The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled.

Ensure that any plastic

wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation.

The packaging consists of the following materials:

Outer packaging:

– Corrugated cardboard made from up

to 100% recyclable material: or: Polyethylene (PE) protective wrap

– Polyproplylene (PP) strapping

Inner packaging:

–

Chlorine and fluorine free expanded polystyrene (EPS)

–

Base, lid frame and support battens made from untreated natural wood from renewable forests

–

Polyethylene (PE) protective wrap

Disposal of your old appliance

Electrical and electronic machines often contain materials which, if handled or disposed of incorrectly, could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment. They are, however, essential for the correct functioning of your appliance. Therefore, please do not dispose of it with your household waste.

Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection/recycling centre or contact your Chartered Agent for advice. 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.

To enable sorting by type of plastic for recycling, all plastic parts of the appliance are labelled with international standard symbols.

Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure they are offered for recycling.

Caring for the environment

Energy saving washing

This dishwasher is exceptionally economical in its use of water and electricity. You can make the most of your appliance by following these tips:

If your household water system is

suitable, this dishwasher can be connected to a hot water supply for further economies. If the water is heated by for example, solar panels, this would be energy efficient. However, if your water is heated by electricity, we would recommend connection to cold water.

^ For most economical dishwashing,

make full use of the baskets without overloading the dishwasher.

^ Choose the programme to suit the

type of crockery being washed and the degree of soiling.

^ Select the Energy save programme

for energy-saving dishwashing recommended for a normal soiled load.

Follow the detergent manufacturer's recommendations on detergent dosage.

When using powder or liquid detergent, you can use detergent if baskets are only half full.

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Before using for the first time

To open the door

^ Press the release catch inside the

door grip upwards and pull the door open.

If the door is opened during operation, all functions are automatically interrupted.

To close the door

Safety lock

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

^ To lock the door, push the slide

underneath the door grip to the right.

^ To unlock the door, push the slide to

the left.

^ Push the baskets right in.

Then lift the door upwards and push until it clicks into position.

Before using for the first time

Water softener

In order to achieve good cleaning results, the dishwasher needs to operate with soft water. Hard water results in the build-up of calcium deposits on crockery and in the dishwasher. Mains water with a hardness level

higher than 0.7 mmol/l (4 °d – German scale) needs to be softened.

This takes place automatically in the integrated water softener.

The water softener requires

–

reactivation salt.

– The dishwasher must be

programmed for the water hardness in your area.

– Your local water authority will be able

to advise you of the water hardness level in your area.

Where the water hardness fluctuates e.g. between 1.4 - 3.1 mmol/l (8 - 17 °d German scale) always programme the dishwasher to the higher value (3.1 mmol/l in this example).

The dishwasher is set at the factory for a hardness level of

0.2 - 0.7 mmol/l (1-4°d).

If this setting corresponds to the hardness of your water you do not need to do anything more.

If your water is harder or softer, you will need to programme the water hardness level. See following section.

In the event of a fault, it will help the service technician if you know the hardness of your local water supply.

Enter the water hardness below:

mmol/l or °d

Before using for the first time

To programme the water hardness level

Each time a button is pressed, one of the indicator lights will flash and light up in the control panel. However, only the indicator lights mentioned in the following programming process stages are significant.

The programming procedure can be cancelled at any time by pressing the K button. The procedure can then be re-started from the beginning again.

^ Switch the dishwasher off using the

K button.

^ Turn the programme selector to the

"12 o'clock" position.

^ Press the Start/Stop button in and

whilst holding it in switch the dishwasher on using the K button. Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in until the Start/Stop indicator comes on.

If this does not happen, start the procedure from the beginning again.

Turn the programme selector to the "3 o'clock" position.

The "Wash/Rinse" programme sequence indicator will flash briefly once at intervals (factory default setting).

The number of times the Wash/Rinse programme sequence indicator flashes tells you the value which has been set (see chart).

°d mmol/l °f Wash/Rinse

1 - 4 0.2 - 0,7 2- 7 Once briefly

5 - 7 0.9 - 1.3 9- 13 Twice briefly

8 - 11 1.4 - 2.0 14- 20 3 times briefly

12 - 15 2.2 - 2.7 22- 27 4 times briefly

16 - 20 2.9 - 3.6 29- 36 5 times briefly

21 - 25 3.8 - 4.5 38- 45 6 times briefly

26 - 30 4.7 - 5.4 47- 54 7 times briefly

31 - 36 5.6 - 6.5 56- 65 8 times briefly

37 - 45 6.7 - 8.1 67- 81 9 times briefly

46 - 70 8.3 - 12.6 83-126 Once for longer

indicator

flash

frequency

^ Use the Start/Stop button to select

the number of flashes which equates to your water hardness level. Each press of the button moves you up a level. When the highest water hardness level is reached, the setting starts from the beginning again.

Example:

If your water hardness level is

4.0 mmol/l (22 °d), the Wash/Rinse indicator should flash briefly six times at intervals.

Switch the dishwasher off using the K button.

Before using for the first time

Checking the programmed water hardness level

Switch the dishwasher off using the

K button.

Turn the programme selector to the

"12 o'clock" position.

Press the Start/Stop button in and

whilst holding it in switch the dishwasher on using the K button. Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in until the Start/Stop indicator comes on.

Turn the programme selector to the

"3 o'clock" position.

The Wash/Rinse indicator will flash for the number of times which corresponds to the water hardness level which has been set (see chart).

^ Switch the dishwasher off using the

K button.

Before using the appliance for the first time, you require:

Approx. 2 litres of water,

–

Approx. 2 kg dishwasher salt,

–

Domestic dishwasher detergent,

–

Rinse aid formulated for domestic

–

dishwashers.

Every dishwasher is tested at the factory. There will be residual water in the appliance from this test. It is not an indication that it has been used previously.

Filling the salt reservoir

If you use combination products which have salt in them, such as "3 in 1" or "4 in 1" products in your dishwasher, you should still add salt in order to achieve optimum results and to ensure that the water softener continues to function correctly.

Before using for the first time

Important: Before filling the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt for the first time, you must fill it with approx. 2 litre of water to enable the salt to dissolve. Once the dishwasher has been used, there is always sufficient water in the reservoir.

Inadvertently filling the salt

reservoir with powder or liquid dishwasher detergent will damage the water softener.

Miele recommends using

specially designed dishwasher salt to maximize the performance of your dishwasher and to prevent a build-up of calcium and limescale in the dishwasher cabinet, especially if you live in a hard water area. Dishwasher salt can be purchased online at www.miele-shop.com (depending on country) or from Miele.

If the water in your area is very soft and constantly lower than

0.7 mmol/l (4 °d) you do not need to add salt. The water softener must, however, still be programmed to correspond to the water hardness level in your area.

Before using for the first time

Remove the lower basket and

unscrew the salt reservoir cap.

Water or saline solution will run out of the reservoir when the cap is removed. It should therefore only be removed in order to refill the salt reservoir.

Fill the reservoir with approx. 2 litres

of water (first use only).

Place the funnel provided over the salt reservoir and carefully fill with salt until the reservoir is full. The salt reservoir holds approx. 2 kg of salt.

Insufficient salt indication

Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher

salt when the salt indicator light comes on. (If it comes on during a programme, wait until the end of the programme).

After the reservoir has been filled, the water softener is automatically reactivated the next time the dishwasher is run. The salt indicator light may still be illuminated during this process. It will go out once the salt concentration has reached the correct level.

The salt indicator is deactivated when the dishwasher has been programmed to a water hardness level below

0.7 mmol/l (4 °d).

After refilling the salt reservoir, run the Quick wash programme immediately without any crockery in the dishwasher to remove any traces of salt from the cabinet.

Clean any excess salt from around the reservoir opening and then screw the cap on again firmly.

Run the Quick wash programme im mediately without any crockery in the dishwasher, (and without selecting the "Turbo" extra option, depending on model) to remove any traces of salt from the cabinet.

Before using for the first time

Rinse aid

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

Inadvertently filling the rinse aid

reservoir with powder or liquid detergent will damage the reservoir. Only pour rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers into the reservoir.

Alternatively, it is possible to use

– household vinegar with max. 5% acid

content

– liquid citric acid up to 10% acid

content.

Adding rinse aid

^ Press the button on the lid of the

rinse aid reservoir in the direction of the arrow until the flap springs open.

The resulting rinsing and drying quality will not, however, be as good as when rinse aid is used.

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

If you only ever use combination products containing rinse aid in your dishwasher, you do not need to add rinse aid.

Before using for the first time

Add rinse aid only until it is visible in

the opening.

The rinse aid reservoir holds approx. 110 ml.

^ Close the flap firmly so that it clicks

into place. Otherwise water can enter the rinse aid reservoir during a programme.

Rinse aid indicator

When the light comes on, the reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for2-3 programmes only.

Add rinse aid in plenty of time.

^ Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This

prevents over-foaming occurring during the next programme.

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