Miele G 4971, G 4972, G 4976, G 4977 Operating instructions
Operating Instructions
Dishwasher
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions
before installation or use.
en-US M.-Nr. 10 544 680HG05
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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 5
Guide to the dishwasher................................................................................... 14
Appliance overview ............................................................................................. 14
Control panel....................................................................................................... 15
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 16
Energy-saving dishwashing................................................................................. 16
Before using for the first time .......................................................................... 17
Opening the door ................................................................................................ 17
Closing the door.................................................................................................. 17
Before using the appliance for the first time, you require: .................................. 18
Rinse aid.............................................................................................................. 18
Adding rinse aid ............................................................................................. 18
Rinse aid indicator.......................................................................................... 19
Setting the rinse aid dosage........................................................................... 20
Loading the dishwasher.................................................................................... 21
Tips...................................................................................................................... 21
Loading examples ............................................................................................... 23
Upper basket....................................................................................................... 27
Adjusting the upper basket ............................................................................ 28
Lower basket....................................................................................................... 29
Cutlery ................................................................................................................. 30
Cutlery tray (depending on model) ................................................................. 30
Cutlery basket (depending on model) ............................................................ 31
Operation............................................................................................................ 32
Detergent............................................................................................................. 32
Turning on............................................................................................................ 34
Selecting a program ............................................................................................ 34
Starting a program .............................................................................................. 35
Time display ........................................................................................................ 35
Energy management ........................................................................................... 36
At the end of the program ................................................................................... 36
Turning off the dishwasher .................................................................................. 37
Unloading the dishwasher................................................................................... 37
Interrupting a program......................................................................................... 38
Changing a program............................................................................................ 38
Options ............................................................................................................... 39
Short .............................................................................................................. 39
Turning off the refill indicator............................................................................... 40
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Contents
Delay Start........................................................................................................... 41
Buzzer tones........................................................................................................ 43
Optimize Standby................................................................................................ 44
Factory default settings....................................................................................... 45
Program overview ............................................................................................. 46
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 48
Cleaning the wash cabinet .................................................................................. 48
Cleaning the door and the door seal................................................................... 48
Cleaning the control panel .................................................................................. 48
Cleaning the door front ....................................................................................... 49
Filter system ........................................................................................................ 50
Cleaning the spray arms...................................................................................... 52
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 53
Technical problems ............................................................................................. 53
Water intake fault................................................................................................. 55
Water drainage fault ............................................................................................ 56
General problems................................................................................................ 57
Noises.................................................................................................................. 58
Poor cleaning results........................................................................................... 59
Frequently asked questions ............................................................................. 62
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve................................................... 62
Customer service .............................................................................................. 63
Repairs ................................................................................................................ 63
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 63
Optional accessories ........................................................................................ 64
Installation Instructions ....................................................................................... 67
Electrical connection ........................................................................................ 68
Water connection .............................................................................................. 70
Water intake ........................................................................................................ 70
Drainage .............................................................................................................. 71
Sound emission testing .................................................................................... 72
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This dishwasher 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 dishwasher,
please read the installation plan and the operating instructions
carefully before it is installed and used for the first time. Both contain important information on its installation, safety, use and maintenance.
Keep the installation plan and the operating instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any future owner.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance
with this information.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Correct use
This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and
similar residential environments.
This dishwasher is not suitable for outdoor use.
It must only be used as specified in these operating instructions
for cleaning domestic dishes and cutlery. Any other usage is not
supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including chil-
dren) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety with children
Children must be kept away from the appliance unless they are
constantly supervised.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance. Keep small children away from the appliance at all
times to avoid the risk of injury. There is the risk that children may
lock themselves in the dishwasher.
If the automatic door opening mechanism (depending on model) is
active keep young children away from the area in which the door
opens. Danger of injury in the unlikely event of a fault with the opening mechanism.
Danger of suffocation! Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags,
etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children.
Keep children away from detergents. Dishwasher detergents can
cause burning in the mouth, nose and throat if swallowed, or inhibit
breathing. Keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is
open. There could still be detergent residues in the cabinet. Seek
medical attention immediately if your child has swallowed or inhaled
detergent.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Technical safety
Installation, repair, and maintenance work should only be per-
formed by a Miele-authorized service technician. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty.
Before installation, check the dishwasher for visible signs of dam-
age. Under no circumstances should you use a damaged dishwasher. A damaged dishwasher could be dangerous.
The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it and an effective grounding
system. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is
present and regularly tested and, where there is any doubt, the electrical system in the house should be checked by a qualified electrician.
Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate
grounding system (e.g. electric shock).
Reliable and safe operation of this dishwasher can only be as-
sured if it has been connected to the electrical supply.
The dishwasher must only be plugged into the electricity supply
via a suitable switched socket using a 3-pin plug with a grounding
contact (it must not be hard-wired). The electrical socket must be
easily accessible after the dishwasher is installed so that it can be
disconnected from the electricity supply at any time.
There must be no electrical sockets behind the dishwasher. There
is a danger of overheating and fire risk if the dishwasher is pushed
up against a plug.
The dishwasher must not be installed under a cooktop. The high
radiant temperatures which are sometimes generated by a cooktop
could damage the dishwasher. For the same reason, it should not be
installed next to open fires or other appliances which give off heat,
such as heaters, etc.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To avoid the risk of damage to the dishwasher, make sure that the
connection data on the data plate (fuse rating, voltage, and frequency) matches the electrical supply before connecting the dishwasher to the mains. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
Do not connect the dishwasher to the electrical supply until it has
been fully installed and any adjustment has been made to the door
springs.
The dishwasher may only be operated if the door opening mecha-
nism is working correctly. Otherwise there could be a risk of danger
while the automatic door opening mechanism (depending on model)
is active.
To check that the door opening mechanism is working correctly:
- The door springs must be adjusted equally on both sides. They
are correctly adjusted when the door remains stationary when left
half open (approx. 45° opening angle). It is also important that the
door cannot fall open.
- The door locking pins automatically retract when the door opens
at the end of the drying phase.
Do not connect the appliance to the electrical supply by a multi-
socket adapter or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
This appliance must not be installed and operated in a non-sta-
tionary location (e.g., on a ship).
Do not install the dishwasher in a room where there is a risk of
frost. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic
module may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point.
To avoid any damage to the appliance, the dishwasher must only
be operated when it is connected to a fully vented plumbing system.
The water pressure (flow pressure at the connection point) must
be between 7.25 - 145 psi.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
A damaged appliance could be dangerous. If the dishwasher gets
damaged, turn off the electrical supply and contact Miele.
The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is
not repaired by a Miele-authorized service technician.
Defective components should be replaced by Miele original parts
only. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the
safety of the appliance.
During installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance
must be disconnected from the electrical supply (turn it off and withdraw the plug from the socket).
Do not sit the dishwasher on the hose. The hose needs to be free
of kinks and able to move freely after installation. Do not place hose
or power cord next to a heat source e.g. hot water pipes. Do not expose hose or power cord to corrosive substances (e.g. chloride).
Damage of hose or power cord could cause electrical shock or water
damage.
If the connection cable is damaged, it must be replaced with a
special cable of the same type (available from Miele) by a Miele-authorized service technician only.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Proper installation
The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance
with the installation plan.
Be careful when installing the dishwasher. Wear protec-
tive gloves to avoid injury on any sharp metal components.
The dishwasher must be correctly aligned horizontally to ensure
problem-free operation.
In order to ensure stability, built-under and integrated dishwashers
must only be installed under a continuous counter which is secured
to adjacent cabinetry.
If you want to convert your freestanding dishwasher to a built-un-
der (“U”) model, you will need to order the appropriate conversion
kit. If you remove the existing toe-kick, you must replace it with a Umodel plinth. This is necessary to avoid the risk of injury caused by
protruding metal parts.
The door springs must be adjusted equally on both sides. They
are correctly adjusted when the door remains stationary when left
half open (approx. 45° opening angle). It is also important that the
door cannot fall open.
The appliance may only be used with correctly adjusted door
springs.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Proper use
Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion!
Do not inhale or ingest powder detergent. Dishwasher detergents
contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which can cause burning in
the nose, mouth, and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Seek
medical attention immediately if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled.
Avoid leaving the door open unnecessarily as someone could trip
over it and be injured by it.
Do not sit or lean on the opened door. This could cause the dish-
washer to tip and be damaged, and you could get injured.
Dishes can be very hot at the end of a program. Allow them to
cool until they are comfortable enough to handle before unloading.
Only use detergent and rinse aid formulated for domestic dish-
washers. Do not use dishwashing liquid.
Do not use commercial or industrial detergents as these may
cause damage, and there is a risk of a severe explosive chemical reaction (such as an explosive oxyhydrogen gas reaction).
Do not fill the rinse aid reservoir with powder or liquid detergent.
This will cause serious damage to the reservoir.
Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir with powder or liquid dish-
washer detergent will damage the water softener. Make sure you
have picked up the correct packet of dishwasher salt before filling
the salt reservoir!
Only use special coarse grained dishwasher salt for reactivation.
Do not use other salts such as cooking salt, agricultural grade or
gritting salt. These may contain insoluble additives which can impair
the functioning of the water softener.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In an appliance with a cutlery basket (depending on model), cut-
lery is cleaned and dried more efficiently if placed in the basket with
the handles downwards. However, to avoid the risk of injury, place
knives and forks with the handles upwards.
Plastic items which cannot withstand being washed in hot water,
such as disposable plastic containers or plastic cutlery should not
be cleaned in the dishwasher. The high temperatures in the dishwasher may cause them to melt or lose shape.
If you use the “FlexiTimer/Delay Start” option (depending on
model), 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.
Please observe the information given in “Technical data” regarding
the capacity of the dishwasher.
Accessories
Use only genuine original Miele parts. If spare parts or acces-
sories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become
invalid.
Disposal of your old dishwasher
Make the door lock inoperative so that children cannot acciden-
tally shut themselves in. Remove or destroy the locking bracket of
the door lock, and make appropriate arrangements for the disposal
of the appliance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND PASS THEM ON TO ANY FUTURE USER
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Guide to the dishwasher
Appliance overview
a
Upper spray arm (not visible)
b
Cutlery tray (depending on model)
c
Upper basket
d
Middle spray arm
e
Air intake for drying (depending on
model)
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f
Lower spray arm
g
Filter system
h
Data plate
i
Rinse aid reservoir
j
Dual compartment detergent dispenser
Control panel
Guide to the dishwasher
a
Button (On/Off)
b
Program selection
c
Program selection button
d
Short button with indicator light
These operating instructions apply to several different dishwasher models with
different heights.
The specific dishwasher models are referred to as follows:
Standard = 31 11/16“ (80.5 cm) high dishwashers (integrated)
and 33 1/4” (84.5 cm) high dishwashers (freestanding)
XXL = 33 1/4“ (84.5 cm) high dishwashers (integrated)
e
Delay Start button with indicator
light
f
Time display
g
Check/Refill indicators
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing material
The cardboard box and packing materials protect the appliance during shipping. They have been designed to be
biodegradable and recyclable.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of children. Danger of suffocation!
Disposal of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
contain valuable materials. They also
contain certain substances, compounds
and components which were essential
for the proper functioning and safe use
of the equipment. Handling these materials improperly by disposing of them in
your household waste can be harmful to
your health and the environment. Therefore, please do not dispose of your old
appliance with regular household waste
and follow local regulations on proper
disposal.
Consult with local authorities, dealers or
Miele in order to dispose of and recycle
electrical and electronic appliances.
Miele assumes no responsibility for
deleting any personal data left on the
appliance being disposed. Please ensure that your old appliance is kept
away from children until removal. Observe safety requirements for appliances that may tip over or pose an entrapment hazard.
Energy-saving dishwashing
This dishwasher is economical in the
use of water and electricity. For best results follow these tips:
- For most economical dishwashing,
make full use of the baskets without
overloading the dishwasher.
- Choose a program that best suits the
degree of soiling and the type of
dishes being washed.
- Select the Economy program (depending on model) for energy-saving
dishwashing. This program is the
most efficient in terms of its combined energy and water consumption
at cleaning normally soiled dishware.
- 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.
- The 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.
You can find additional tips on energysaving dishwashing in “Miele's guide
to dishwashing”.
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Before using for the first time
Opening the door
Pull the handle to open the door.
If the door is opened during operation,
all functions are automatically interrupted.
Water in the dishwasher may be
hot. Danger of scalding!
Only open the door during operation
if absolutely necessary and exercise
extreme caution when doing so.
Closing the door
Push the baskets in.
Then lift the door upwards and push
until it clicks into position.
Danger of crushing injuries!
Do not put your hand inside the door
as it is closing.
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Before using for the first time
Before using the appliance for the first time, you require:
- Domestic dishwasher detergent
- Rinse aid formulated for domestic
dishwashers
Every dishwasher is tested at the factory. There will be residual water in the
appliance from this test. It is not an indication that it has been used previously.
Rinse aid
Rinse aid is needed to prevent spotting
on dishes and glassware. The rinse aid
is filled in the reservoir and the set
amount will be automatically dosed.
Filling the rinse aid reservoir with
detergent will damage the reservoir.
Only pour rinse aid formulated for
residential dishwashers into the
reservoir.
Adding rinse aid
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Press the button on the lid of the
rinse aid reservoir in the direction of
the arrow until the flap springs open.
Add rinse aid only until it is visible in
the opening.
The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.
3.7 oz. (110 ml).
Close the flap firmly so that it clicks
into place. Otherwise water can enter
the rinse aid reservoir during a program.
Before using for the first time
Rinse aid indicator
When the Rinse aid indicator lights up,
the rinse aid reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for 2-3 programs only.
Add rinse aid.
If you consistently use a “Tab” detergent, you can deactivate the refill indicators if you wish (see “Options - Refill
indicators”).
Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This
prevents over-foaming occurring during the next program.
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Before using for the first time
Setting the rinse aid dosage
You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for
best results.
The rinse aid dosage is set in stages
from 0 to 6. It is set to 3 at the factory.
This is the recommended setting.
The dosage can turn out to be higher
than the set value due to the automatic
adjustment of the Automatic program.
If spots appear on dishware and glassware:
Increase the rinse aid dosage.
If clouding or smearing appears on
dishware and glassware:
Decrease the rinse aid dosage.
Turn the dishwasher off with the
button, if it is turned on.
Press the program selection button
, and, simultaneously switch the
dishwasher on using the button.
Keep the program selection button
pressed in for at least four seconds
until the lower right program indicator
light comes on.
If this does not happen, start the procedure from the beginning again.
Press the button 3 times.
The indicator light will flash 3 times
at short intervals.
The set value will appear in the display
after .
The flashing sequence will appear in
the display.
This indicates a factory default setting
of 3.
Use the program selection button
to select the setting required.
Each press of the button moves you
up a level.
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The setting is now stored in memory.
Turn the dishwasher off with the
button.
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Tips
Remove coarse food residues from the
dishes.
There is no need to rinse items under
running water!
Do not wash items soiled with
ash, sand, wax, grease, or paint in
the dishwasher. These will damage
the dishwasher.
Dishes can be loaded anywhere in the
baskets, but the following notes should
be observed:
- Do not place dishes or cutlery inside
other pieces. They will cover each
other.
- Load the dishes so that water can
access all surfaces. This ensures that
they get properly cleaned.
- Make sure that all items are securely
positioned.
- Make sure that small items cannot
fall through the holders in the baskets.
Small items, e.g., lids, should therefore be placed in the cutlery tray or
cutlery basket (depending on model).
Some foods may contain natural
dyes, e.g., carrots, tomatoes or
tomato sauce. Plastic items in the
dishwasher may discolor if large
quantities of these foodstuffs find
their way into the dishwasher on the
dishes. The stability of plastic items
is not affected by this discoloration.
Cleaning silver cutlery in the dishwasher may also cause plastic items
to discolor.
- Hollow items such as cups, glasses,
pans, etc. must be inverted in the
basket.
- Tall, narrow, hollow items, e.g.,
champagne glasses, should be
placed in the center of the basket to
ensure better water coverage.
- Concave items such as mugs or
bowls should be placed at an angle
so that the water can run off.
- The spray arms must not be blocked
by items which are too tall or hang
through the baskets. If in doubt, test
for free movement by manually rotating the spray arms.
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Items not recommended for dishwashing
- Wooden cutlery, cutting boards and
dishes or items with wooden parts
- Craft items, antiques, valuable vases,
and decorative glassware
- Plastic items which are not heat-resistant: the high temperatures in the
dishwasher may cause them to melt
or lose shape.
- Copper, brass, tin and aluminum
items may discolor or become matt.
- Colors painted over a glaze may fade
after a number of washes.
- Delicate glassware and glassware
containing lead crystal: clouding may
occur over time.
Please note:
Silverware previously cleaned with a
silver polish may still be damp or spot-
ted at the end of a program, where water has not run off smoothly. It may
need to be rubbed dry with a soft cloth.
Glass care
- Clouding may occur on glasses after
frequent washing. If delicate glassware is washed in the dishwasher,
ensure that only very low temperatures are used (see program chart), or
a special glass-care program is used
(depending on model). This will reduce the risk of clouding.
- Purchase glassware which is dishwasher-safe (e.g., Riedel glassware).
- Use detergents with glass protective
additives.
Silver which has been in contact with
foods containing sulphur can discolor.
These include egg yolk, onions, mayonnaise, mustard, fish, and marinades.
Aluminum components (e.g.,
range hood grease filters) must not
be cleaned with a commercial or industrial cleaning agent.
These may damage the material.
Tip: When purchasing new dishes and
cutlery, make sure they are dishwashersafe.
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Upper basket
Cutlery tray (depending on model)
Lower basket
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