Miele G349 User Manual

Operating instructions

for dishwashers

It is essential to read the operating and installation instructions before installing or using the machine, to avoid the risk of accident or damage to the machine. M.-Nr. 05 184 480

Contents

Guide to the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

View of the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Control panel (fascia). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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

Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Disposal of your old appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Energy saving washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Before using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Before using the machine for the first time you require . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

To open the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

To close the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Child safety lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Water softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Programming and setting the water hardness level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Programming the machine to the water hardness level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Setting the water hardness level selector in the wash cabinet. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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

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

Salt indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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

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

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

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

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

Loading examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Flap up rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Positioning rail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Adjusting the upper basket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Lower basket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Bottle holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Cutlery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Items not suitable for dishwashers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Contents

Operating the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Adding detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Programme selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Switching on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Starting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Programme sequence indicator lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

At the end of a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Changing a programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Drying fan running time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Unloading the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Cleaning the spray arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Cleaning the wash cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Cleaning the door and the door seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Cleaning the control panel (fascia) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Cleaning the door panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Solving problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Cleaning the water inlet filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Checking the water level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Increasing the water intake time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Special accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Comparison tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Transport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

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

Guide to the appliance

View of the machine

1 Upper spray arm (not visible) 2 Cutlery tray

(depending on model) 3 Upper basket 4 Water feed for middle

spray arm 5 Middle spray arm 6 Water hardness selector 7 Lower spray arm

8 Four height adjustable screw feet 9 Filter combination 10 Salt reservoir 11 Dual compartment detergent

dispenser

12 Rinse aid reservoir

(with dosage selector)

13 Data plate

Control panel (fascia)

Guide to the appliance

14 “On/Off” button 15 Programme sequence display 16 Start button 17 Programme selector

18 Check/Refill indicators 19 Child safety lock 20 Door release 21 Ventilation outlet for drying fan

Warning and safety instructions

This appliance conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can however lead to personal injury and damage to property. Read the operating instructions carefully before starting to use this machine.This way you will avoid the risk of accidents, and damage to the machine. Keep these instructions in a safe place for reference, and pass them on to any future user.

Appropriate usage

This dishwasher is intended exclu-

sively for cleaning domestic crockery and cutlery in a domestic household. Do not use for purposes other than those for which it was designed. Any other applications may be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by improper use or for uses other than those for which the appliance is intended.

Delivery

A damaged appliance is dan-

gerous. It is therefore essential to check packaging immediately and examine the dishwasher for transport damage. Under no circumstances should you use a damaged machine.

Please ensure that the packaging

material is offered for recycling.

Installation

the installation instructions.

unit.

installed.

plate match the household mains supply.

when continuity is complete between the appliance and an effective earthing system. It is imperative that this basic safety requirement is tested and where there is any doubt the electrical system in the house is checked out by a qualified electrician.

The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage caused by the lack or inadequacy of an effective earthing system (electric shock, for example).

call your Miele supplier or the Miele Service Department.

The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with

To ensure stability this dishwasher must be built into a tall housing

Do not connect the dishwasher to the mains supply until it has been

Check that the voltage, frequency and fuse rating shown on the data

The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed

A damaged appliance is dangerous. Switch off at the mains and

Warning and safety instructions

With the “Waterproof system” the

plastic housing of the water inlet connection contains an electrical component. The housing must therefore not be dipped in water.

Never cut the water inlet hose,

even if it is too long. There are live wires in this hose.

For safety reasons do not operate

this appliance on an extension cable. (Danger of overheating).

Daily use

Do not use solvents in the dish-

washer. Danger of explosion.

Water in the dishwasher must not

be used as drinking water.

Avoid inhalation of powder deter-

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

Do not sit or lean on the opened

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

In an appliance with a cutlery bas-

ket (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 cutlery with sharp points with the handles upwards.

Only use rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers.

Only use special coarse grained

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

Plastic items which cannot with-

stand 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.

Take care on dishwashers with a visible heater element

Do not touch the heating element

during or directly after the end of a programme, you could burn yourself.

Some plastic items could melt or

catch fire if they were to come into contact with the heating element. Therefore always place plastic items or any other items which may not be completely heat resistant in the upper basket and ensure they cannot drop down onto the heater element. Any items which are too small to be lodged securely in the upper basket should not be cleaned in the dishwasher.

Only use detergents formulated for domestic dishwashers. Do not use

washing-up liquid.

Warning and safety instructions

Safety with children

Do not let small children play with

the dishwasher and its controls or operate it. There is a danger that children playing might shut themselves in the dishwasher.

Keep children away from deter-

To avoid the danger of children

coming into contact with the dishwasher detergent: Only add detergent the programme and close the door, activating the child safety lock (depending on model). Keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open. There could be detergent residues in the appliance.

To ensure children do not come

into contact with detergent: For models with the “Delay start” option make sure 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. If the door is open at the end of a programme, children may come into contact with this residue.

just before starting

To avoid machine and material damage

Do not fill the rinse aid reservoir

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

Inadvertently filling the salt reser-

voir with powder or liquid dishwasher detergent always leads to serious damage to the water softener.

Do not use commercial or indus-

trial detergents as these may damage material and there is a risk of severe chemical reaction.

The Miele Waterproof System of-

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

– The dishwasher is correctly installed

and plumbed in.

– The dishwasher is properly main-

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

– The stopcock has been turned off

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

Warning and safety instructions

In countries where there are 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 appliance guarantee.

Repairs and maintenance

Repairs may only be carried out by

suitably qualified and competent engineers in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Repairs by unqualified persons could be dangerous.

Always disconnect the appliance

from the electrical supply for maintenance work (switch off at wall socket and remove the plug, or remove the screw out fuse in countries where this is applicable).

Disposal of your old machine

When disposing of an old dish-

washer first make it unusable. Disconnect, cut off the cable and the plug from the cable. Make the door lock inoperative (2 crossslotted screws), so that children cannot accidentally shut themselves in. Make appropriate arrangements for the safe disposal of the appliance.

The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by non-observance of the warning and safety instructions.

Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing material

The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure they are offered for recycling.

Disposal of your old appliance

Old appliances contain materials which can be recycled. Please contact your local authorities or scrap merchant about potential recycling schemes, before disposing of the appliance. Ensure that the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal. See the appropriate section in the Warning and Safety instructions.

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. Although all stages of the wash then take place with hot water, savings are made in: – the use of primary energy – costs – programme running time. If, however, your water is heated by electricity we would still 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 Economy 45ºC programme for energy-saving dishwashing.

Use the correct amounts of detergent.

Use only 2/3 of the given dosage if baskets are only half full.

Before using for the first time

Before using the machine for the first time you require:

– approx. 2 litres of water, – approx. 2 kg dishwasher reactivation

salt, – domestic dishwasher detergent, – rinse aid formulated for domestic

dishwashers.

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

Before using for the first time

To open the door

Press the release catch inside the

door grip and pull forward. If the door is opened during operation

all functions are automatically interrupted.

To close the door

Push the baskets right in. Lift the

door and push until it clicks into posi-

tion.

Child safety lock

The yellow key for the child safety lock is on one of the spikes at the front of the upper basket. Remove the key before switching on the dishwasher and keep it in a safe place away from the dishwasher.

If you wish to prevent children opening the dishwasher door during operation use the key provided to turn the lock to the required setting.

Horizontal setting: The door is locked.

Vertical setting: The door can be opened.

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. Hence if mains water hardness is above 4 °d (0.7 mmol/l), the water should be softened. This takes place automatically in the integrated water softener.

– The water softener must be filled

with dishwasher salt for reactivation. – The water softener must be set to

correspond to the water hardness in

your area. – Your local water authority will advise

you on the highest level of water

hardness in your area.

If the hardness of your local supply is constantly lower than 4 °d (= 0.7 mmol/l), you do salt. The water softener must, however, still be programmed to correspond to the water hardness level in your area.

Where the water hardness fluctuates e.g. between 8 - 17 °d (1.4 - 3.1 always set the machine to the higher value (17 °d in this example).

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

not need to add dishwasher

mmol/l),

Enter the water hardness below:

°d

Before using for the first time

Programming and setting the water hardness level

The water hardness level of your water supply must be programmed into the machine using the programme selector. The water hardness level selector in the wash cabinet is then water hardness level in your area.

Programming the machine to the water hardness level

Switch the appliance off with

“On/Off” button.

Turn the programme selector to

“Stop”.

Press the “Start” button in and whilst

doing so

at the same time switch the dishwasher on using the “On/Off” button. Release the “Start” button again within two seconds.

The “Salt” indicator light will start flashing.

Note: If a different indicator light is on or flashing, the process must be repeated.

Exception:

The “Rinse aid” indicator light will come on if you have not yet added rinse aid or if rinse aid needs replenishing.

also set to the

The dishwasher is set at the factory for a hardness level of 22 - 35 °d (4.0 - 6.3 mmol/l).

Turn the programme selector to the position that corresponds to your water hardness level (see chart below).

°d mmol/l

1 - 4 0.2 - 0.7 Universal 55°

5 - 7 0.9 - 1.3 Universal Plus 55°

8 - 10 1.4 - 1.8 Universal 65°

11 - 14 2.0 - 2.5 4 o’clock position 15 - 17 2.7 - 3.1 5 o’clock position 18 - 21 3.2 - 3.8 6 o’clock position

22 - 35 4.0 - 6.3 7 o’clock position

36 - 70 6.5 -12.6 8 o’clock position

Programme selector

setting

(1 o’clock)

(2 o’clock)

(3 o’clock)

Example:

For a water hardness level of 20 °d. Turn the programme selector to the 6 o’clock position.

Press the “Start” button.

The “Start” indicator light will come on.

Turn the programme selector to the “Stop” position.

Switch the appliance off by pressing the “On/Off” button.

The water hardness level is now stored in memory.

Setting the water hardness level selector in the wash cabinet

The water hardness level selector in the wash cabinet must be set according to the table below.

Setting the selector to the correct setting will help minimise the effects of the wash process on glass surfaces. Too high a setting will lead to poor cleaning results and an increase in water spots left on crockery and cutlery.

Use a screwdriver to take the cover off the water hardness level selector in the wash cabinet.

Before using for the first time

Use a coin or screwdriver to adjust the water hardness level selector in the wash cabinet. There is a click as each setting is reached.

°d mmol/l °f Selector setting

(level)

1- 7 0.2 - 1.3 2 - 13 3 8-10 1.4 - 1.8 14 - 18 2 11-14 2.0- 2.5 20 - 25 1 15-70 2.7 - 12.6 27 - 126 0

The water hardness selector is set at the factory to setting “1”.

Example:

For a water hardness level of 6 °d. Turn the water hardness level selector to setting 3 (1 - 7 °d).

Replace the cover on the water hardness level selector.

Before using for the first time

Checking the programmed water hardness level

Switch the appliance off by pressing the “On/Off” button.

Turn the programme selector to the “Stop” position.

Press the “Start” button in and whilst doing so dishwasher on using the “On/Off” button. Release the “Start” button again within two seconds.

The “Salt” indicator light will start flashing.

Note:

If a different indicator light is on or flashing, the process must be repeated.

Exception:

The “Rinse aid” indicator light will come on if you have not yet added rinse aid or if rinse aid needs replenishing.

at the same time switch the

Click the programme selector from the “Universal 55°” (1 o’clock) as far as the 8 o’clock positon.

When the programme selector is at the position which corresponds to the water hardness setting already programmed, the “Start” indicator light will come on (see chart “Programming and setting the water hardness level”).

Turn the programme selector to the “Stop” position.

Switch the appliance off with the “On/Off” button.

Before using for the first time

Filling the salt reservoir

Important. Before filling the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt for

first time, you must fill it with ap-

the prox. 2 litres 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 always causes serious damage to the water softener. Make sure that you have picked up the right 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.

Remove the lower basket and unscrew the salt reservoir cap.

Fill the reservoir with approx. 2 litres of water (first use).

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

As the salt reservoir is filled, displaced water will overflow.

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

Run the Pre-wash programme immediately to remove any traces of salt water from the cabinet.

Before using for the first time

Salt indicator

The salt indicator light comes on to notify you that the reservoir is empty.

The reservoir should then be refilled with dishwasher salt for reactivation. ( See: Filling the salt reservoir)

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.

Note

The salt indicator light will also come on if the water used is very soft (below 4 °d / 0.7 mmol). In this case the reservoir should not be filled with salt. The indicator light will remain lit and should be ignored.

(See “After sales service” for definition of “PC”).

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. Rinse aid is poured into the storage reservoir and the amount set is dispensed automatically.

Make sure you have added rinse aid before using the dishwasher for the first time.

Inadvertently filling the rinse aid reservoir with powder or liquid dishwasher 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

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

not be used

Adding rinse aid

Press the button in the direction of the arrow until the flap springs open.

or – Liquid citric acid up to 50% acid con-

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

Before using for the first time

Rinse aid indicator

The Rinse aid indicator light on the fascia comes on when the rinse aid reservoir needs to be replenished.

Add rinse aid only until it is visible on the surface of the filter in the opening.

The rinse aid reservoir holds approx. 130 ml.

Close the flap firmly so that it clicks into place. Otherwise water would enter the rinse aid reservoir during a programme.

When the light comes on the reservoir still contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programmes.

Add rinse aid in plenty of time.

Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This prevents over-foaming occuring during the next programme.

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