Operating instructions
for dishwashers
To avoid the risk of accidents or |
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damage to the appliance, it is |
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as well as the installation plan before |
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M.-Nr. 07 499 180 |
Contents
Guide to 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 Hinged cup rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Adjusting the upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Lower basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Hinged spikes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Removable spiked insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Bottle holder (depending on model). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Cutlery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Cutlery tray (depending on model). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Adding detergent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Switching on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
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Contents
Selecting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Starting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Programme sequence indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 At the end of a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Unloading the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Changing a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Additional functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Factory default setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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
Comparison tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Future updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Plumbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
The Miele waterproof anti-leak system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Connection to the water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Drainage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
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Guide to 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
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Guide to the appliance
Control panel
a Programmes |
d Check/Refill indicators |
b Programme selector button |
e Programme sequence indicators |
c Start/Stop button with indicator light |
f On/Off button K |
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Warning and Safety instructions
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 intended exclusively for cleaning domestic crockery and cutlery in a domestic household. Using it for purposes other than those for which it was designed, as well as any alterations or conversions to the appliance, would be unauthorised and could cause harm. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appliance.
~This dishwasher is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised whilst using it or they have been given instruction concerning its use by a person responsible for their safety.
Safety with children
~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 irritant 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.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety
~Before setting up the appliance, check it for any externally visible damage. Under no circumstances should you use a damaged appliance. A damaged appliance 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 hob. The high radiant temperatures which are sometimes generated by a hob 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.
~Before connecting the appliance, check that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and connected 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 by a multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
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Warning and Safety instructions
~ This equipment may only be installed in mobile installations such as ships if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer.
~ A damaged appliance could be dangerous. If the dishwasher gets damaged, switch it off at the mains and call your Miele Chartered Agent or the Miele Customer Contact Centre.
~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 dishwasher 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.
~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 guarantee.
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Warning and Safety instructions
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.
Correct use
~Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion.
~Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher detergent. 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 immediately 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.
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Warning and Safety instructions
~Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir with powder or liquid dishwasher detergent will damage the water softener. Make sure you have picked up the correct packet of dishwasher salt before filling the salt reservoir!
~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 appliance. If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, this will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept liability.
Disposal of your old dishwasher
~ Make the door lock inoperative so that children cannot accidentally shut themselves in. Make appropriate arrangements for the disposal of the appliance.
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 dispersed.
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing material
The packing material protects the dryer from transport damages. The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled.
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
Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure they are offered for recycling.
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 you dealer for advice. Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal. You can also contact your Chartered Agent for advice.
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.
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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 Normal programme for energy-saving dishwashing.
^Follow the detergent manufacturer's recommendations on detergent dosage.
^When using powder or liquid detergent you can use 1/3 less detergent if baskets are only half full.
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Before using for the first time
To open the door |
Safety lock |
^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.
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.
To close the door
^Push the baskets right in.
^Then lift the door upwards and push until it clicks into position.
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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 dishwasher salt.
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.
–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).
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
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.
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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 On/Off button K. The procedure can then be re-started from the beginning again.
^Switch the dishwasher off with the On/Off button K.
^Press the Start/Stop button in and whilst holding it in switch the dishwasher on using the On/Off button K.
Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in for at least four seconds until the "Start/Stop" indicator light comes on.
If this does not happen, start the procedure from the beginning again.
^Press the programme selector button twice.
The lowest programme indicator flashes twice briefly at intervals, and the Wash/Rinse programme sequence indicator flashes 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).
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Wash/Rinse |
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1 |
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4 |
0.2 |
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0.7 |
Once briefly |
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5 |
- |
7 |
0.9 |
- |
1.3 |
Twice briefly |
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8 |
- 11 |
1.4 |
- |
2.0 |
3 times briefly |
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12 |
- 15 |
2.2 |
- |
2.7 |
4 times briefly |
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16 |
- 20 |
2.9 |
- |
3.6 |
5 times briefly |
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21 |
- 25 |
3.8 |
- |
4.5 |
6 times briefly |
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26 |
- 30 |
4.7 |
- |
5.4 |
7 times briefly |
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31 |
- 36 |
5.6 |
- |
6.5 |
8 times briefly |
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37 |
- 45 |
6.7 |
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8.1 |
9 times briefly |
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46 |
- 70 |
8.3 |
- 12.6 |
Once for longer |
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^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 with the On/Off button K.
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Before using for the first time
Checking the programmed water hardness level
^Switch the dishwasher off with the On/Off button K.
^Press the Start/Stop button in and whilst holding it in switch the dishwasher on using the On/Off button K.
Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in for at least four seconds until the "Start/Stop" indicator light comes on.
^Press the programme selector button twice.
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 with the On/Off button K.
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Before using for the first time
Before using the appliance for the first time, you require:
–Approx. 1 litres of water,
–Approx. 1 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.
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.
Important: Before filling the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt for the first time, you must fill it with approx. 1 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 build-up of calcium and limescale in the dishwasher cabinet, especially if you live in hard water area.
Dishwasher salt can be purchased online at www.miele.com.au (depending on country) or via the Miele Spare Parts Department.
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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. 1 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. 1 kg of salt.
^Clean any excess salt from around the reservoir opening and then screw the cap on again firmly.
^Run the Quick wash programme immediately (without any crockery in the dishwasher) to remove any traces of salt from the cabinet.
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 filling the salt reservoir, run the Quick wash programme immediately (without any crockery in the dishwasher) to remove any traces of salt from the cabinet.
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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 always causes serious damage to the reservoir. Only pour rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers into the reservoir.
Alternatively, it is possible to use
–Household vinegar with a max. 5% acid content
or
–Liquid citric acid up to 10% acid content.
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 in your dishwasher, you do not need to add rinse aid.
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.
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Before using for the first time
Rinse aid indicator
When the light comes on the reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programmes only.
^ Add rinse aid in plenty of time.
^Add rinse aid only until it is visible in the opening.
The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.
110ml.
^Close the flap firmly so that it clicks into place. Otherwise water can enter the rinse aid reservoir during a programme.
^Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This prevents over-foaming occurring during the next programme.
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