Miele B 3847 Operating instructions
Operating instructions
Steam ironing system
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.
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing
material
The transport and protective packaging
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for
disposal, and can normally be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also
reduces the amount of waste in landfill
sites. 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.
Disposing of your old
appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain valuable materials. They
also contain specific materials,
compounds and components, which
were essential for their correct function
and safety. These could be hazardous
to human health and to the environment
if disposed of with your domestic waste
or if handled incorrectly. Please do not,
therefore, dispose of your old appliance
with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre for electrical and electronic
appliances. You are also responsible for
deleting any personal data that may be
stored on the appliance prior to
disposal. Please ensure that your old
appliance poses no risk to children
while being stored prior to disposal.
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Contents
Caring for the environment .................................................................................. 2
Warning and Safety instructions .........................................................................6
Guide to the appliance........................................................................................ 14
Transporting the appliance................................................................................. 17
Assembling .......................................................................................................... 18
Adjusting the height .............................................................................................. 19
Connecting........................................................................................................... 21
Connecting the mains connection cable............................................................... 21
Removing the iron and the steam hose holder ..................................................... 22
Connecting the steam hose .................................................................................. 22
Before using for the first time ............................................................................ 24
Determining water hardness ................................................................................. 24
Using the test strips .........................................................................................24
Before using for the first time................................................................................ 25
Switching on the steam ironing system ........................................................... 25
Language settings............................................................................................ 25
Setting the water hardness .............................................................................. 26
Set-up is now complete ................................................................................... 27
Switching on ........................................................................................................ 28
Switching on the steam ironing system ................................................................ 28
Filling the water container ..................................................................................... 29
Removing the water container ......................................................................... 29
Filling the water container ................................................................................ 29
Steam operation............................................................................................... 30
Water quality .................................................................................................... 30
Selecting the ironing temperature ......................................................................... 31
CoolDown function................................................................................................ 33
AutoOff function .................................................................................................... 33
Ironing .................................................................................................................. 34
Iron ........................................................................................................................ 34
Ironing with steam................................................................................................. 35
Ironing without steam............................................................................................ 36
Ironing with the non-stick soleplate ...................................................................... 36
Attaching the non-stick soleplate..................................................................... 36
Removing the non-stick soleplate.................................................................... 37
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Contents
Active ironing board .............................................................................................. 37
Suction function ............................................................................................... 37
Inflation function............................................................................................... 37
Automatic switch on/off ................................................................................... 37
Memory function .............................................................................................. 38
Heated ironing surface ..................................................................................... 38
Steamer ................................................................................................................ 39
Connecting the steamer........................................................................................ 39
Using the steamer ................................................................................................. 41
Brush attachment.................................................................................................. 42
Connecting the brush attachment.................................................................... 42
Removing the brush attachment...................................................................... 42
Switching off ........................................................................................................ 43
Dismantling .......................................................................................................... 44
Setting the ironing board to its lowest working height.......................................... 44
Folding the ironing board ...................................................................................... 45
Disconnecting the steam hose.............................................................................. 46
Storing the iron...................................................................................................... 46
Storing the steamer............................................................................................... 46
Emptying the water container ............................................................................... 47
Storing the steam ironing system.......................................................................... 47
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 48
Automatic rinsing .................................................................................................. 48
Preparing for the rinsing process ..................................................................... 48
Emptying the residual water drawer................................................................. 48
Descaling............................................................................................................... 49
Descaling warning ............................................................................................ 50
Starting the descaling process early ................................................................ 51
Descaling process............................................................................................ 51
Cleaning the housing............................................................................................. 58
Cleaning the soleplate of the iron.......................................................................... 58
Cleaning or replacing the ironing board cover ...................................................... 59
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Cleaning the water filter......................................................................................... 60
Disconnect the power supply........................................................................... 60
Removing the water container ......................................................................... 60
Removing the water filter cover........................................................................ 61
Removing the sealing ring................................................................................ 61
Pulling out the water filter................................................................................. 62
Cleaning the water filter.................................................................................... 62
Inserting the water filter.................................................................................... 63
Inserting the water container............................................................................ 64
Optional accessories ..........................................................................................65
Care products........................................................................................................ 65
Descaling tablets.............................................................................................. 65
Problem solving guide ........................................................................................66
Problem solving guide........................................................................................... 67
Display messages ................................................................................................. 73
After sales service............................................................................................... 77
Warranty ................................................................................................................ 77
Electrical connection ..........................................................................................78
Technical data...................................................................................................... 79
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Warning and Safety instructions
This steam ironing system complies with 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 steam ironing
system, please read these instructions carefully before using it for
the first time. They contain important information on its safety,
installation, use and maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users
are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.
Correct application
This steam ironing system is designed for domestic use and for
use in similar environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed &
breakfasts and other typical living quarters. This does not include
common/shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels,
motels or bed & breakfasts.
The steam ironing system must only be used for ironing textiles
which are suitable for ironing according to the care label.
The steam ironing system is intended to be used only as
described in these operating instructions.
Any other use is not permitted. Miele cannot be held liable for
damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.
This steam ironing system is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning its use by a person
responsible for their safety.
This steam ironing system is not suitable for outdoor use.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Safety with children
Young children must be kept away from the steam ironing system.
Older children may only use the steam ironing system when its
operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to
use it safely, recognising the dangers of misuse.
Cleaning work may only be carried out by older children under the
supervision of an adult.
Please supervise children in the vicinity of the steam ironing
system and do not let them play with it.
Make sure that young children cannot access the steam hose or
the power cable, either during use or while the steam ironing system
is cooling down.
Miele recommends that only children over the age of 14 are
allowed to operate the steam ironing system unsupervised.
Risk of suffocation!
Children may be able to wrap themselves in packing material or pull
it over their heads with the risk of suffocation. Keep children away
from any packing material.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety
Before setting up the steam ironing system, inspect it visually for
any external damage. Never use a damaged steam ironing system. A
damaged steam ironing system can be dangerous.
Check the iron of the steam ironing system for damage. Do not
use the iron if it has been dropped, if there is any visible damage or if
it is leaking.
Before connecting the steam ironing system to the mains
electricity supply, make sure that the connection data on the data
plate (voltage and frequency) matches the mains electricity supply.
Connection to a supply voltage other than the one quoted on the
data plate can lead to functional faults and damage to the steam
ironing system. If in doubt, contact a suitably qualified electrician.
Always remove and unwind the mains connection cable of the
steam ironing system completely from its (lower) storage
compartment.
If the mains connection cable is damaged, it must be replaced
with a special cable of the same type (available from Miele). For
safety reasons, this must only be fitted by a Miele service technician.
Do not use the steam ironing system if the ironing board cover is
damaged.
A damaged ironing board cover could be dangerous.
Do not use the steam ironing system without an ironing board
cover.
The ironing board cover must be replaced with an original Miele
cover.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The electrical safety of this steam ironing system can only be
guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective
earthing system which complies with current local and national
safety regulations. It is most important that this basic safety
requirement is present and regularly tested and, where there is any
doubt, the household wiring system should be inspected by a
qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable for the
consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric
shock).
Do not connect the steam ironing system 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).
This steam ironing system complies with all relevant safety
requirements. Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen
dangers for the user, for which the manufacturer cannot accept
liability. Repairs must only be undertaken by a Miele authorised
service technician, otherwise any subsequent damage will not be
covered by the warranty.
Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele
original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can Miele
guarantee the safety standards of the appliance.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The steam ironing system must be isolated from the electricity
supply during installation, maintenance and repair work. The steam
ironing system is only considered disconnected from the power
supply if:
– the power plug of the steam ironing system is switched off at the
wall socket and unplugged, or
– it is switched off at the mains circuit breaker.
Do not damage, remove or bypass the safety features and control
elements of the steam ironing system.
Only operate the steam ironing system when all removable outer
panels are in place so that it is impossible to touch an electrical
component or moving part.
The steam ironing system must not be operated in mobile
installations (e.g. on a ship).
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct use
Emitted steam, the iron soleplate together with the areas
surrounding it on the iron, and the steamer jets are very hot.
Danger of burning!
Avoid direct contact.
The steam ironing system is not designed for commercial
purposes.
Do not use a pressure washer or water hose to clean the steam
ironing system.
Clean the steam ironing system only after it has cooled down.
Danger of injury by crushing! Do not reach between moving parts
when assembling, dismantling or adjusting the height of the steam
ironing system.
The steam ironing system must only be set up on a level surface
which has the appropriate load-bearing capacity. The steam ironing
system must only be used in a horizontal position.
The steam ironing system must be assembled when ironing.
However, the steamer can be used when the ironing board is in the
upright position.
Ensure that the power cable does not present a tripping hazard
when unwound.
Use caution when the appliance is heated. There is an acute risk
of burning if you come in contact with the soleplate of the iron or the
steamer jets. The warning symbol “Hot surface”() on the iron
indicates that it is hot.
Do not use solely demineralised water (e.g. distilled, battery
water) to fill the water container. This could cause the steam ironing
system to malfunction.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Always place the iron with its soleplate horizontally on the resting
surface of the steam ironing system. Ensure the steam function is
switched off and the soleplate does not protrude over the edges. Do
not place the iron anywhere else as this presents a fire hazard.
Danger of burning! If the iron remains on the resting surface for a
long period of time, the surface will become hot. Avoid direct contact
with the resting surface.
Danger of burning! Never direct the steam or the steam jets of the
iron or steamer at people, animals or electrical appliances of any
kind.
Danger of burning! Never point the steam at clothing while the
clothes are being worn! The clothing will intensify burning of the skin.
Switch off the steam ironing system before disconnecting the
mains connection cable.
Switch off at the wall socket and withdraw the plug from the
socket. Always pull by the plug to withdraw the plug from the socket.
Do not leave the steam ironing system unattended when it is
ready for use. Before you leave the steam ironing system, disconnect
the steam ironing system from the mains and withdraw the plug from
the mains socket.
Do not touch the mains connection cable or the steam hose with
the soleplate of the heated iron as this could result in damage.
While descaling the system, the iron or the steamer must not be
connected to the steam ironing system. The steam ironing system
can be left unattended during this process.
The iron must not be stowed in its storage compartment when it is
connected. This could result in damage to the steam ironing system.
Do not use the residual water drawer to store accessories or
similar items. The residual water drawer should be used only to
collect residual water.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Do not insert any objects into the apertures on the steam ironing
system. If an aperture is blocked, do not use the system.
Do not hang items of laundry on the folded steam ironing system.
This may cause the steam ironing system to tip over due to the effect
of leverage.
Avoid ironing across hard or sharp-edged items. These can leave
marks on the soleplate.
Do not store the steam ironing system near petrol, paraffin or
other highly flammable substances. Risk of fire and explosion!
Only use the steam ironing system inside buildings where the
ambient temperature is between 10°C and 40°C.
Freezing temperatures, excessive heat and humidity will adversely
affect the functionality of the steam ironing system.
Do not store the steam ironing system in a room where there is a
risk of frost occurring. Frozen water in the water container, steam
generator or steam hose will cause damage to the appliance.
Using accessories
Only use genuine Miele spare parts and accessories with this
appliance. If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers
are used, this will invalidate the warranty, and Miele cannot accept
liability.
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Guide to the appliance
a
Ironing board
b
Iron with steam hose
c
Steam hose holder
d
Handle
e
Water container
f
Tower
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Residual water drawer
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Top storage compartment
For the iron and the steam hose
holder.
* Supplied as standard with steam ironing system B3847. Available as optional
accessory with steam ironing systems B3312 and B3826.
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Ironing board X-frame
j
Iron resting area
k
Mains connection cable
l
Lower storage compartment
For the mains connection cable, the
steamer*, the non-stick soleplate,
and the holder for the mains
connection cable.
m
Castors
n
Release handle
For setting up the steam ironing
system
Guide to the appliance
Tower
a
Rotary dial for height adjustment
and folding the appliance away
b
Iron resting area
c
Steam connection
Tower (top view) with open storage
compartment (top)
d
Sockets for the steam hose holder
e
Control panel
f
Steam hose holder
g
Iron with steam hose
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Guide to the appliance
Control panel on tower
h
On/Off button
Switches the steam ironing system
on or off.
i
Display
Displays messages and instructions
for the user.
j
Arrow button
Lights up if additional options are
provided or the display text exceeds
the specified length of a line. Scrolls
down the selection list to the next
option or decreases a value.
k
Arrow button
Lights up if additional options are
provided or the display text exceeds
the specified length of a line. Scrolls
up the selection list to the next
option or increases a value.
l
OK button
Confirms the selection or the
information in the display.
m
button
Opens the settings menu. While in
the settings menu, the language and
the level of the water hardness can
be adjusted, or the descaling
process can be started.
Some of the messages in the display
are more than one line long. Touch the
or button to read them in full.
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The steam ironing system is fitted with
two castors. This allows the steam
ironing system to be pulled across an
even surface when folded up.
Hold the steam ironing system by its
handle and tip it gently towards you
until the castors are free to roll.
This allows you to navigate easily
across obstacles such as carpet edges,
door thresholds or single steps.
Transporting the appliance
Two people are required for carrying
the steam ironing system up or down
stairs. When doing so, ensure the
ironing board is at the bottom.
When transporting the appliance, use
both handles on the underside of the
appliance.
The steam ironing system must
only be transported or lifted when
folded up.
Otherwise the locking mechanism of
the ironing board could release and
cause injury or damage.
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Assembling
Move the steam ironing system to its
set-up location.
Use one hand to pull the release
mechanism upwards.
This releases the locking mechanism of
the ironing board and the X-frame folds
down.
Use both hands to pull the ironing
board upwards into a horizontal
position until it audibly clicks into
place on both sides of the tower.
Hold onto the release mechanism
and guide the ironing board into a
position of approx. 45°.
The ironing board will remain in this
position by itself.
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Ensure the ironing board has locked
into place on both sides of the tower.
The height adjustment only works if
both sides of the appliance have locked
into place.
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The steam ironing system is now
assembled. This is its lowest working
position of approx. 83cm high.
Assembling
Adjusting the height
The steam ironing system can be
adjusted to your preferred working
height. The maximum working height is
102cm.
When adjusting the height, ensure
the mains connection cable does not
become trapped in the mechanism.
Using one of the rotary dials located
on the side of the tower handle, turn
the dial in the direction and hold
the dial in position.
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At the same time, pull the handle on
the tower upwards with the other
hand or press the handle down.
Do not push down on the ironing
board while adjusting the height!
Always use the handle on the tower
to do this.
When you have reached your desired
working height, release the rotary
dial.
The rotary dial will spring back into the
centre position. The ironing board will
remain at the adjusted height.
For additional stability, the ironing
board locks into place under extra
pressure with an audible click. Now
the working height you selected is
twice as secure.
Useful tip: Adjust your working position
to approx. hip height for optimum
comfort.
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Connecting
Connecting the mains connection cable
The steam ironing system is designed
for connection to a properly installed
earthed socket for AC220-240V,
50-60Hz.
Open the (lower) storage
compartment by swinging the lid
downwards.
Insert the plug into a suitable earthed
socket (see “Electrical connection”).
Guide the mains connection cable
through the slot in the lid.
Close the (lower) storage
compartment.
When closing the compartment,
ensure the mains connection cable
does not become trapped between
the lid and the housing or between
the castor and the tower.
Remove the mains connection cable
from the (lower) storage
compartment.
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Connecting
Removing the iron and the steam hose holder
Open the lid of the (top) storage
compartment on the tower.
Take out the iron and the steam hose
holder.
Close the storage compartment lid.
The steam ironing system is suitable
for right-handed or left-handed
people. Operation is optimised for
both sides.
Connecting the steam hose
Open the steam connection socket
by pulling it upwards.
Pull back the sliding switch on the
steam hose plug.
Plug the steam hose holder into one
of the sockets provided.
Useful tip: Use the socket on the side
on which you are ironing.
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Insert the plug into the steam
connection socket.
Release the sliding switch on the plug
when it is locked into the steam
connection socket.
The iron is now connected to the steam
connection socket.
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Slot the rubber ring on the steam
hose into the steam hose holder.
Ensure the steam hose is secure and
is not twisted.
Connecting
Do not place the iron in an
upright position!
It can easily tip over or fall to the
floor.
Always place the iron onto the iron
resting area with its soleplate down.
If the iron remains on the resting
area for any length of time, the
surface will become hot.
Avoid direct contact with the iron
resting area.
Only touch the handle.
Before turning off the iron, and
before placing the iron down, make
sure you switch off the continuous
steam function.
If the continuous steam function is
not switched off, the following
message will appear in the display
Release stm. button.
Unlock the button by pushing the
sliding switch on the iron forwards
(see “Ironing”).
To avoid damage or discolouration to
the ironing board cover, always place
the iron on the iron rest before you
start ironing and during pauses in
ironing.
Condensation can form on the iron
resting area. This does not affect the
functioning of the steam ironing
system.
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Before using for the first time
Before using the steam ironing
system for the first time, remove all
packaging (e.g. the protective film
from the tower).
Determining water hardness
In order for the steam ironing system to
function properly and to display a
message prompting you to descale it at
the correct time, it is important to set
the steam ironing system to the
hardness of your local water supply.
The water hardness level indicates
how much calcium is dissolved in the
water. The higher the calcium content,
the harder the water, and the harder
the water, the more often the steam
ironing system will need to be
descaled.
Your local water supplier can inform you
of the water hardness level in your area.
This information can also be found
online on the website of the water
supply company.
As an alternative, you can also
determine the approximate water
hardness by using the test strips
supplied.
Using the test strips
Dip the test strip in the water for
approx. 1second.
Remove the test strip from the water
and shake the water off the test strip.
After approx. 1minute, and based on
the colouration, you will be able to read
the water hardness from the table
below:
Hardness range on the test strip
Test strips Water hardness
4 green zones < 0.5 mmol/l
1 red zone > 0.7 mmol/l
2 red zones > 1.3 mmol/l
3 red zones > 2.5 mmol/l
4 red zones > 3.8 mmol/l
Useful tip: It is useful to know your
water hardness so that you can provide
the service technician with this
information in the event of any service
calls. Please note your water hardness
level here: .................................. mmol/l
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Before using for the first time
Willkommen
english (GB)
english (AU)
Before using for the first time
The following steps must be carried
out before using the appliance for the
first time:
Switching on the steam ironing system
Press the button on the control
panel on the tower.
The Welcome screen appears for a few
seconds in the display. The display will
then guide you through the following
settings:
Language settings
Use the or arrow buttons to
select your preferred language.
Press the OKbutton to confirm your
selection.
The language settings can be
changed at any time via the settings
menu ( button, menu option
Language ).
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Before using for the first time
Set water
Level 7
Level 10
Setting the water hardness
Before the water hardness can be set,
the display message Set water
hardness ... must first be confirmed by
pressing the OK button.
The steam ironing system gives you
the option to set the water hardness to
one of 10 settings.
Use the following table to determine the
water hardness level that must be set
for your steam ironing system:
°dH mmol/l °f Setting
1-4 0.2 - 0.7 2-7
5-7 0.9 - 1.3 9-13
8-11 1.4 - 2.0 14-20
12-15 2.2 - 2.7 22-27
16-20 2.9 - 3.6 29-36
21-25 3.8 - 4.5 38-45
26-30 4.7 - 5.4 47-54
31-36 5.6 - 6.5 56-65
37-45 6.7 - 8.1 67-81
46-70 8.3 - 12.6 83-126
Note: If the level in your area falls between water
hardness settings in the table, e.g. 0.8, set your
water hardness to the next highest level.
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
Level 6
Level 7
Level 8
Level 9
Level 10
Use the or arrow button on the
control panel to set the water
hardness level for your household.
Useful tip: If the water hardness
fluctuates (e.g. 37- 50°dH/6.79.0mmol/l), always set the highest
value (in this example 50°dH/9.0mmol/
l = Level 10).
Make sure the correct water
hardness level is set.
An incorrect setting will invalidate all
warranty claims.
Confirm your selection by pressing
the OKbutton.
The steam ironing system is now set for
the specified water hardness.
The water hardness level can be
changed at any time via the settings
menu (button, option
Water hardness).
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