These operating instructions apply to several different dishwasher models with
ent heights.
differ
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)
f
OK butt
g
Display
h
Program selection button
i
(O
on
n/Off) Button
6
Guide to the dishwasher
Display functions
General information
The display is used to select or set the
following:
– The program
– The FlexiTimer (Delay Start)
– The Settings menu
The display can show the following:
– The program stage
– The estimated time left for the pro‐
am to run
gr
– Any relevant fault messages and in‐
formation
To save energy, the dishwasher
switches off after a few minutes if you
do not press any buttons during this
time.
To switch the dishwasher back on
again, press the button.
Settings menu
The Settings menu is used to adapt the
electr
onic module of the dishwasher to
changing requirements. See the "Set‐
tings menu" chapter for more informa‐
tion on accessing the settings menu.
The arrows in the display indicate addi‐
tiona
l options. You can use the ar‐
row buttons next to the display, as ap‐
propriate, to select these additional op‐
tions.
The OK butt
message or setting and also to move to
the next menu or another level.
The option which is selected will have a
check ne
To exit a sub-menu, use the
buttons to select the Back option in
the display and confirm your choice
with
OK.
If you do not pr
for several seconds, the display with re‐
turn to the previous level. You may
need to enter your settings again.
on is used to confirm a
xt to it.
arrow
ess any of the buttons
7
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This dishwasher complies with current safety requirements. Inap‐
opriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to
pr
property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the dishwasher,
please
carefully before it is installed and used for the first time. They con‐
tain important information on its installation, safety, use and main‐
tenance.
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-compli‐
ance with this information.
read the installation plan and the operating instructions
8
Correct use
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This dishwashe
similar residential environments.
r is intended for use in domestic households and
This dishwasher is not suitable for outdoor use.
It must only be used as specified in these operating instructions
for cleaning domestic dishware and cutlery. Any other usage is not
supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous.
This applianc
dren) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge.
e is not intended for use by persons (including chil‐
9
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety with children
Chil
constantly supervised.
Chil
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
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 open‐
ing mechanism.
Dange
etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children.
K
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.
dren must be kept away from the appliance unless they are
dren should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
the automatic door opening mechanism (depending on model)
r of suffocation! Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags,
eep children away from detergents. Dishwasher detergents can
10
Technical safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Installatio
formed by a Miele-authorized service technician. Work by unquali‐
fied persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty.
Befor
age. Under no circumstances should you use a damaged dishwash‐
er. A damaged dishwasher could be dangerous.
The ele
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 elec‐
trical system in the house should be checked by a qualified electri‐
cian.
Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate
grounding system (e.g. electric shock).
Reliable
ed if it has been connected to the electrical supply.
The dishwasher must on
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.
n, repair, and maintenance work should only be per‐
e installation, check the dishwasher for visible signs of dam‐
ctrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
and safe operation of this dishwasher can only be assur‐
ly be plugged into the electricity supply
Ther
is a danger of overheating and fire risk if the dishwasher is pushed
up against a plug.
The dishwasher must no
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.
e must be no electrical sockets behind the dishwasher. There
t be installed under a cooktop. The high
11
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
o avoid the risk of damage to the dishwasher, make sure that the
T
connection data on the data plate (fuse rating, voltage, and frequen‐
cy) matches the electrical supply before connecting the dishwasher
to the mains. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.
Do not con
been fully installed and any adjustment has been made to the door
springs.
The dishwasher may on
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
ar
e 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 dr
nect the dishwasher to the electrical supply until it has
ly be operated if the door opening mecha‐
ying phase.
Do not connect the appliance to the electrical supply by a multi-
socket adapter or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the re‐
quired safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
This applianc
tionary location (e.g., on a ship).
e must not be installed and operated in a non-sta‐
Do not insta
frost. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic
module may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point.
The wat
be between 4.35 - 145 psi.
A d
damaged, turn off the electrical supply and contact Miele.
12
amaged appliance could be dangerous. If the dishwasher gets
ll the dishwasher in a room where there is a risk of
er pressure (flow pressure at the connection point) must
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The manu
not repaired by a Miele-authorized service technician.
Defective co
only. Only with these parts can the manufacturer guarantee the safe‐
ty of the appliance.
During
must be disconnected from the electrical supply (turn it off and with‐
draw the plug from the socket).
If
the connection cable is damaged, it must be replaced with a
special cable of the same type (available from Miele) by a Miele-au‐
thorized service technician only.
facturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is
mponents should be replaced by Miele original parts
installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance
13
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Proper installation
The dishwasher must be install
with the installation plan.
Be car
gloves to avoid injury on any sharp metal components.
eful when installing the dishwasher. Wear protective
The dishwasher must be corr
problem-free operation.
ed and connected in compliance
ectly aligned horizontally to ensure
In order to ensure stability, built-under and integrated dishwash‐
ers must only be installed under a continuous counter which is se‐
cured 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 spring
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.
s must be adjusted equally on both sides. They
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Proper use
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not use sol
Do not inh
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 in‐
haled.
A
void leaving the door open unnecessarily as someone could trip
over it and be injured by it.
Do not sit or lea
washer to tip and be damaged, and you could get injured.
Dishes can
cool until they are comfortable enough to handle before unloading.
Only use det
washers. Do not use dishwashing liquid.
Do not use co
cause damage, and there is a risk of a severe explosive chemical re‐
action (such as an explosive oxyhydrogen gas reaction).
vents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion!
ale or ingest powder detergent. Dishwasher detergents
n on the opened door. This could cause the dish‐
be very hot at the end of a program. Allow them to
ergent and rinse aid formulated for domestic dish‐
mmercial or industrial detergents as these may
Do not fill
This will cause serious damage to the reservoir.
Inadver
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 coa
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.
the rinse aid reservoir with powder or liquid detergent.
tently filling the salt reservoir with powder or liquid dish‐
rse grained dishwasher salt for reactivation.
15
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In an app
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 it
such as disposable plastic containers or plastic cutlery should not
be cleaned in the dishwasher. The high temperatures in the dish‐
washer may cause them to melt or lose shape.
you use the "FlexiTimer/Delay Start" option (depending on mod‐
If
el), make sure that the dispenser is dry before adding detergent.
Wipe dry if necessary. Detergent will clog if poured into a damp dis‐
penser and may not be thoroughly dispersed.
liance with a cutlery basket (depending on model), cut‐
ems which cannot withstand being washed in hot water,
Please observe the information given in "Technical data" regard‐
ing the capacity of the dishwasher.
Accessories
Use only ge
ries from other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become
invalid.
nuine original Miele parts. If spare parts or accesso‐
Disposal of your old dishwasher
Mak
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
16
e the door lock inoperative so that children cannot acciden‐
Caring for the environment
Disposal of packaging material
The cardboard box and packaging pro‐
ect the appliance during shipping.
t
These materials are biodegradable and
recyclable. Please recycle.
Disposal of your old appliance
Old appliances may contain materials
th
at can be recycled. Please contact
your local recycling authority about the
possibility of recycling these materials.
Please be sure that your old appliance
es not pose a danger to children
do
while being stored for disposal.
Energy-saving dishwashing
This dishwasher is economical in the
use of wat
sults follow these tips:
– For most economical dishwashing,
mak
overloading the dishwasher.
– Choose a program that best suits the
degr
dishes being washed.
– Select the ECO pr
on model) for energy-saving dish‐
washing. This program is the most ef‐
ficient in terms of its combined ener‐
gy and water consumption at clean‐
ing normally soiled dishware.
– If your dishwasher is connected to a
hot wat
Saver program for washing a lightly to
moderately soiled load. Because the
water is not heated in this program,
dishware may still be slightly damper
at the end of this program than it
would be with other programs.
er and electricity. For best re‐
e full use of the baskets without
ee of soiling and the type of
ogram (depending
er supply, select the Energy
– Follow the detergent manufacturer's
r
ecommendations on detergent dos‐
age.
– When using powder or liquid deter‐
gent, you can use 1/3 less det
baskets are only half full.
You can find additional tips on energysaving dishwashing in "Miele's guide
t
o dishwashing".
ergent if
17
Before using for the first time
Opening the door
At the end of programs with a drying
e (see "Program overview"), the
phas
door will open automatically a little in
order to help the drying process.
This function can be deactivated if pre‐
ferred (see "Settings menu AutoOpen").
P
ull the handle to open the door.
Open the door fully so that the door
h rail retracts again.
catc
Closing the door
ush the baskets in.
P
T
hen 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.
If the door is opened during operation,
all func
ed.
18
tions are automatically interrupt‐
ater in the dishwasher may be
W
hot. Danger of scalding!
Only open the door during operation
if absolu
extreme caution when doing so.
K
free of obstructions.
tely necessary and exercise
eep the area around the door
Before using for the first time
Basic settings
Open the d
T
urn the dishwasher on with the
button.
The welcome screen will appear when
the dishwasher is turned on for the first
time.
Language
The display will change automatically to
the scr
Use the arr
the language you want and also the
country, if appropriate, and confirm
your selection with
To learn about the display, read the
section with the same name.
A check will appear ne
guage that has been set.
oor.
een for setting the language.
ow sensors to select
OK.
xt to the lan‐
Time of day
The display will then change to the
scr
een for setting the time.
The current time of day must be set be‐
for
e you can use the "FlexiTimer" pro‐
gram option.
Use the arr
hour and confirm with
The
n set the minutes and confirm
OK.
with
Keeping the arr
ed will increase or decrease the time
automatically.
ow buttons to set the
OK.
ow buttons press‐
19
Before using for the first time
Water hardness
The display changes to the water hard‐
ness setting.
– The dishwasher must be program‐
med for the wat
area.
– Your local water supplier can tell you
the wat
– Where the water hardness fluctuates
e.g. between 10 - 16 gr/gal (10 - 15
°d),
to the higher value (16 gr/gal or 15 °d
in this example).
It is useful to know your water hardness
so that you can
technician with this information in the
event of any service calls.
Enter the water hardness below:
____________ gr/gal (°d)
The dishwasher is programmed at the
fact
gr/gal (1 °d).
er hardness level in your area.
always program the dishwasher
ory for a water hardness level of 1
er hardness in your
provide the service
The message Set-up successfully com-
pleted w
After confirming this with OK, the
pr
may appear.
Add salt and rinse aid if necessary
Confirm the messages with OK.
The program selected will appear briefly
in the display and the appr
cator light will come on.
Then, the display will show the estimat‐
ed program duration for the program
selected.
These basic settings will be saved in
memor
through one complete program.
ill then appear in the display.
ompts Refill salt and Refill rinse aid
(see "Before using for the first time Dishwasher salt" and "Rinse aid").
opriate indi‐
y after the dishwasher has been
Use the arr
the hardness of your water supply
and confirm with
See "Settings menu - Water hardness"
for mor
20
e information.
ow buttons to select
OK.
Before using for the first time
Before using the appliance for
the first tim
– Approx. 2 qt (2 l) of water
– Approx. 2 kg (4 lbs) of dishwasher
salt
– Domestic dishwasher detergent
– Rinse aid formulated for domestic
dishwashers
Every dishwasher is tested at the fac‐
ory. There will be residual water in the
t
appliance from this test. It is not an in‐
dication that it has been used previ‐
ously.
e, you require:
Dishwasher salt
In order to achieve good cleaning re‐
sults, the d
with soft water. Hard water results in a
build-up of calcium deposits on dish‐
ware and in the dishwasher.
Water supplies with a hardness level
higher than 4 gr/gal (4 °d) needs to be
softened. This takes place automatical‐
ly in the integrated water softener. The
water softener in the dishwasher is suit‐
able for a water hardness level of up to
73 gr/gal (70 °d).
ishwasher needs to operate
If the water in your area is very soft
and constantly lower than 5 gr/gal(5 °d)
you do not have to add dish‐
washer salt. The prompt to add salt
will be switched off automatically.
Dishwasher det
stroy the water softener.
Do not fill the salt container with
dishwasher det
detergent).
Use only special
dishwasher salt or other pure kitchen
salt.
Other types of salt may contain in‐
soluble components which can dam‐
ag
e the water softener.
ergent will de‐
ergent (even liquid
, coarse-grained
The water softener requires dishwasher
salt.
Depending
(< 22 gr/gal or 21 °d), dishwasher salt is
not required if combination tablets are
being used (see "Operation - Deter‐
gent").
on the water hardness level
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Before using for the first time
Filling the salt reservoir
Important! Before filling the salt res‐
voir with dishwasher salt for the
er
first time, you must fill it with approx.
2 qt (2 l) of water to enable the salt to
dissolve.
Once the dishwasher has been used
for the first time, ther
ficient water in the reservoir.
e is always suf‐
Remo
Fi
ve the lower basket and un‐
screw the salt reservoir cap.
Water will run out of the reservoir
when the ca
It should therefore only be removed
order to refill the salt reservoir.
in
ll the reservoir with approx. 2 qt (2 l)
of water (first use only).
p is removed.
Place the funnel provided over the
salt reservoir and carefully fill with
salt until the reservoir is full. The salt
reservoir holds approx. 4 lbs (2 kg) of
salt depending on the brand used.
an any excess salt from around
Cle
the reservoir opening and then screw
the cap on again firmly.
Immediat
voir, run the
the
and without any dishware in the dish‐
washer to remove any traces of salt
from the cabinet.
ely after filling the salt reser‐
Short pr
Express pr
ogram option selected
ogram with
22
Before using for the first time
Salt refill indicator
Fi
ll the salt reservoir with dishwasher
salt for reactivation when Refill salt
appears in the display (If it appears
during a program, wait until the end
of the program).
Confirm with OK.
The salt refill indicator will go out.
Risk of corr
Immediately after filling the salt res‐
ervoir, run the
the
Short p
and without any dishware in the
dishwasher to remove any traces of
salt from the cabinet.
After the salt reservoir has been filled,
efill indicator may still appear in the
the r
display if the salt concentration has not
yet reached the correct level. If this is
the case, confirm again with
The salt refill indicator will be switched
off if you have pr
washer for a water hardness below 5
gr/gal (5 °d).
osion!
Express pr
rogram option selected
ogrammed the dish‐
ogram with
OK.
If you only ever use Tab products in
your dishwasher
both refill indicators for salt and rinse
aid if you wish (see "Settings menu Switching off the refill indicators").
If you switch to using detergent that
does not contain salt or rinse aid, it
is impor
dishwasher salt and rinse aid and to
switch the indicators back on.
tant to remember to add
, you can switch off
23
Before using for the first time
Rinse aid
Rinse aid is needed to prevent spotting
dishes and glassware. The rinse aid
on
is filled in the reservoir and the set
amount will be automatically dosed.
Filli
detergent will damage the reservoir.
Only pour rinse aid formulated for
residential dishwashers into the res‐
ervoir.
When using "Tab" detergents rinse
aid is not needed.
ng the rinse aid reservoir with
Adding rinse aid
P
ress the button on the lid of the
rinse aid reservoir in the direction of
the arrow until the flap springs open.
24
Add rinse aid only until it is visible in
the opening.
The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.
3.7 o
z. (110 ml).
Close the flap firmly so that it clicks
o place. Otherwise water can enter
int
the rinse aid reservoir during a pro‐
gram.
Before using for the first time
Rinse aid indicator
When the Refill rinse aid message ap‐
p
ears in the display, the reservoir con‐
tains sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3 pro‐
grams only.
Add rinse aid.
Confirm with OK.
The rinse aid refill indicator will go out.
If you only ever use Tab products in
your dishwasher
refill indicators for salt and rinse aid if
you wish (see "Settings menu - Turn‐
ing off the refill indicators").
, you can turn off both
W
ipe up any spilled rinse aid. This
prevents over-foaming occurring dur‐
ing the next program.
You can adjust the rinse aid dosage
for best r
Rinse aid").
esults (see "Settings menu -
25
Loading the dishwasher
Tips
Remove coarse food residues from the
dishwar
There is no need to rinse items under
runni
Dishware can be loaded anywhere in
the baskets, but the following notes
should be observed:
– Do not place dishes or cutlery inside
– Load the dishware so that water can
– Make sure that all items are securely
e.
ng water!
Do not wash it
ash, sand, wax, grease, or paint in
the dishwasher. These will damage
the dishwasher.
other pieces. They will cover each
othe
r.
acce
ss all surfaces. This ensures that
they get properly cleaned.
positioned.
ems soiled with
– Make sure that small items cannot
fall
through the holders in the bas‐
kets.
Small items, e.g., lids, should there‐
fore be placed in the cutlery tray or
cutlery basket (depending on model).
Some foods may contain natural
dyes, e.g.,
mato sauce. Plastic items in the
dishwasher may discolor if large
quantities of these foodstuffs find
their way into the dishwasher on the
dishware. The stability of plastic
items is not affected by this discolor‐
ation.
Cleaning silver cutlery in the dish‐
washer may also cause plastic items
to discolor.
carrots, tomatoes or to‐
– Hollow items such as cups, glasses,
pans, etc. must b
basket.
– Tall, narrow, hollow items, e.g.,
champagne glasses, should be
placed in the cen
ensure better water coverage.
– Concave items such as mugs or
bowls should be placed at an angle
so that the wat
– The spray arms must not be blocked
ems which are too tall or hang
by it
through the baskets. If in doubt, test
for free movement by manually rotat‐
ing the spray arms.
26
e inverted in the
ter of the basket to
er can run off.
Loading the dishwasher
Items not recommended for dish‐
washing
– Wooden cutlery, cutting boards and
dishwar
– Craft items, antiques, valuable vases,
and decor
– Plastic items which are not heat-re‐
sistan
dishwasher may cause them to melt
or lose shape.
– Copper, brass, tin and aluminum
it
– Colors painted over a glaze may fade
aft
– Delicate glassware and glassware
con
occur over time.
Please note:
Silverware
silver polish may still be damp or spot‐
ted at the end of a program, where wa‐
ter has not run off smoothly. It may
need to be rubbed dry with a soft cloth.
e or items with wooden parts
ative glassware
t: the high temperatures in the
ems may discolor or become matt.
er a number of washes.
taining lead crystal: clouding may
previously cleaned with a
Glass care
– Clouding may occur on glasses after
fr
equent washing. If delicate glass‐
ware is washed in the dishwasher,
ensure that only very low tempera‐
tures are used (see program chart), or
a special glass-care program is used
(depending on model). This will re‐
duce the risk of clouding.
– Purchase glassware which is dish‐
washer
– Use detergents with glass protective
additives (e.g., Miele CareCollection
tabs).
– Visit "http://www.mieleglass‐
car
english" for more information on
glass care.
-safe (e.g., Riedel glassware).
e.com/international/en/glasscare/
Silver which has been in contact with
foods contai
These include egg yolk, onions, mayon‐
naise, mustard, fish, and marinades.
ning sulphur can discolor.
Aluminum components (e.g.,
ange hood grease filters) must not
r
be cleaned with a commercial or in‐
dustrial cleaning agent.
These may damage the material.
Tip: When pur
and cutlery, make sure they are dish‐
washer-safe.
chasing new dishware
27
Loading the dishwasher
Loading examples
Loading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery tray
Upper basket
Cutlery tray (depending on model)
Lower basket
28
Loading the dishwasher
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Upper basketLower basket
Cutlery tray (depending on model)
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