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Miele G 6993 SCVi K2O Operating instructions

Operating instructions for dishwashers
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions as well as the installation sheet before it is installed and used for the first time.
en-AE, SA M.-Nr. 10 651 350HG05
Contents
Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 17
Energy saving washing.......................................................................................... 18
EcoFeedback consumption indicator.................................................................... 19
Before using for the first time ............................................................................ 20
Opening the door .................................................................................................. 20
Emergency door opener................................................................................... 21
Closing the door.................................................................................................... 21
Basic settings........................................................................................................ 22
Before using the appliance for the first time, you require: .................................... 24
Dishwasher salt ..................................................................................................... 24
Adding salt .......................................................................................................25
Add salt reminder ............................................................................................. 26
Rinse aid................................................................................................................ 27
Adding rinse aid ...............................................................................................27
Add rinse aid reminder ..................................................................................... 28
Loading the dishwasher...................................................................................... 29
Notes ..................................................................................................................... 29
FlexAssist .............................................................................................................. 31
Upper basket......................................................................................................... 31
Adjusting the upper basket .............................................................................. 34
Lower basket......................................................................................................... 35
Cutlery ................................................................................................................... 38
3D Cutlery tray + (depending on model) .......................................................... 38
Loading examples ................................................................................................. 40
Dishwashers with cutlery tray........................................................................... 40
Operation.............................................................................................................. 42
Detergent............................................................................................................... 42
Adding detergent.............................................................................................. 44
Switching on.......................................................................................................... 45
Selecting a programme ......................................................................................... 45
Starting the programme ........................................................................................ 46
Time display .......................................................................................................... 46
TimeControl........................................................................................................... 47
Energy management ............................................................................................. 47
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Contents
At the end of the programme ................................................................................ 48
Switching off.......................................................................................................... 49
Unloading the dishwasher..................................................................................... 49
Interrupting a programme...................................................................................... 50
Changing a programme......................................................................................... 50
Programme options............................................................................................. 51
Extras .................................................................................................................... 51
Delay start with EcoStart....................................................................................... 53
Heat exchanger ..................................................................................................... 56
DetergentAgent ..................................................................................................... 57
Programme chart ................................................................................................58
Further programmes.............................................................................................. 62
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 63
Cleaning the wash cabinet .................................................................................... 63
Cleaning the door and the door seal..................................................................... 63
Cleaning the control panel .................................................................................... 63
Cleaning the reflector panel .................................................................................. 63
Cleaning the door front ......................................................................................... 64
Checking the filters in the wash cabinet ............................................................... 65
Cleaning the filters................................................................................................. 65
Cleaning the spray arms........................................................................................ 67
Problem solving guide ........................................................................................68
Technical problems ............................................................................................... 68
Water inlet fault ..................................................................................................... 71
Water drainage fault .............................................................................................. 72
General problems.................................................................................................. 73
Noises.................................................................................................................... 75
Unsatisfactory washing result ............................................................................... 76
Maintenance ........................................................................................................79
Cleaning the water inlet filter................................................................................. 79
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve..................................................... 80
After sales service............................................................................................... 81
Repairs .................................................................................................................. 81
Guarantee.............................................................................................................. 81
Optional accessories ..........................................................................................82
Electrical connection ..........................................................................................84
Electrical connection ............................................................................................. 84
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Contents
Plumbing ..............................................................................................................85
The Miele waterproof anti-leak system ................................................................. 85
Connection to the water supply ............................................................................ 85
Drainage ................................................................................................................ 87
Technical data...................................................................................................... 88
Technical data ....................................................................................................... 88
Settings menu...................................................................................................... 89
To open the Settings menu ................................................................................... 89
Language ........................................................................................................... 90
Time....................................................................................................................... 90
Water hardness ..................................................................................................... 91
Rinse aid................................................................................................................ 92
Consumption (EcoFeedback)................................................................................ 92
EcoStart................................................................................................................. 93
Change main menu ............................................................................................... 95
Save extras............................................................................................................ 95
Temperature .......................................................................................................... 95
Brightness ............................................................................................................. 95
Volume................................................................................................................... 96
Memory ................................................................................................................. 97
Check filters .......................................................................................................... 97
Automatic .............................................................................................................. 97
AutoOpen .............................................................................................................. 98
Knock2open .......................................................................................................... 98
Optimise standby .................................................................................................. 99
BrilliantLight........................................................................................................... 99
Heat exchanger ..................................................................................................... 99
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Overview

Guide to the appliance

a
Upper spray arm (not visible)
b
Cutlery tray (depending on model)
c
Upper basket
d
Middle spray arm
e
Heat exchanger (depending on
model)
f
Lower spray arm
g
Filter combination
h
Data plate
i
Rinse aid reservoir
j
Dual compartment detergent dispenser
k
TimeControl in-operation indicator lights
l
Salt reservoir
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Guide to the appliance

Control panel

a
On/Off button
For switching the dishwasher on and
off.
b
TimeControl in-operation indicator
lights
For displaying programme time
remaining with the door shut.
c
Information button
For displaying additional information
about the option in the display.
d
Arrow buttons 
For selecting programmes.
For altering values shown in the
display.
For navigating between different
menus.
This instruction book applies to several different dishwasher models. The specific dishwasher models are referred to as follows: Standard = 80.5 cm high dishwashers (integrated) and 84.5 cm high dishwashers (freestanding) XXL = 84.5 cm high dishwashers (integrated).
e
Back button For navigating back to the previous menu or deleting values which have been set previously.
f
OK sensor
For selecting the option shown in the display. For confirming messages.
g
Display
See next page for more information.
h
Delay start sensor with indicator light
For selecting the "Delay start" function.
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Guide to the appliance

Display

General

The display is used to select or set the following:
– the programme
– any extras
– the delay start function – the Settings  menu
– information
The display can show the following:
– the programme name
– the stage the programme is at
– the current time of day
– the estimated time left for the
programme to run
– the energy and water consumption
(EcoFeedback)
– any relevant fault messages and
information
To save energy, the dishwasher switches off after a few minutes if you do not press any sensors during this time. To switch the dishwasher back on again, press the sensor.
The scroll bar on the right of the
display indicates that more options or more text are available which can be displayed by touching the relevant arrow sensor .
A dotted line will appear under the last option available in a list.
The OK sensor is used to confirm a message or setting and also to move to the next menu or another level.
A tick will appear beside the option which is currently selected.
To exit a sub-menu, touch the Back sensor . If you do not press any of the sensors for several seconds, the display will return to the previous level. You may need to enter your settings again.
The touch on metal sensor buttons react to pressure and not simply to touch.
The Settings  menu is used to alter the dishwasher's electronics to suit different requirements (see "Settings").
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Warning and 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 sheet and the operating instructions carefully before it is installed and used for the first time. They contain important information on its installation, safety, use and maintenance.
Keep the installation sheet 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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Warning and Safety instructions

Correct application

This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and
similar working and residential environments.
The dishwasher is not intended for outdoor use.It must only be used as a domestic appliance as specified in these
operating instructions, for cleaning domestic crockery and cutlery. Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous.
The appliance can only be used by people with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
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Warning and Safety instructions

Safety with children

Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the
appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
Children 8 years and older may only use the dishwasher
unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it safely and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance
unsupervised.
Please supervise children in the vicinity of the dishwasher and do
not let them play with it. There is a danger that children playing might shut 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. Packaging, e.g. plastic wrappings, must be
kept out of the reach of babies and children. Whilst playing, children could become entangled in packaging or pull it over their head and suffocate.
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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Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician.
A damaged dishwasher is dangerous. Check it for any
recognisable damage. Never install or attempt to use a damaged appliance.
The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the electrical installation tested by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
Reliable and safe operation of this dishwasher can only be
assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
The dishwasher must only be plugged into the electricity supply
via a suitable switched socket using a suitable fused plug (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.
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.
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Warning and 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) match the mains electricity supply before connecting the dishwasher to the mains. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.
Do not connect the dishwasher to the mains 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
mechanism is working correctly. Otherwise there could be a risk of danger whilst 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 mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket adapter or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (fire hazard).
The appliance must not be used in a non-stationary 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 control unit 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 plastic housing of the water connection contains an electrical
component. It must not be dipped in water.
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Warning and Safety instructions
There are electrical wires in the water inlet hose. Do not shorten
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 stopcock is turned off during longer absences from the home
(e.g. whilst on holiday).
The Waterproof system will work even if the appliance is switched off. However, the appliance must remain connected to the electricity supply.
The water pressure (flow pressure at the take-off point) must be
between 50 and 1000kPa (0.5 and 10bar).
If the dishwasher gets damaged, switch it off at the mains
immediately and call your Miele Dealer.
While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the guarantee is invalidated.
Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when
genuine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components must only be replaced by Miele spare parts.
During installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance
must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply (switch it off and withdraw 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). For safety reasons this work must be carried out by a Miele authorised service technician only.
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Warning and Safety instructions
This dishwasher is supplied with a special lamp to cope with
particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This special lamp must only be used for the purpose it is intended for. It is not suitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele authorised person or your Miele dealer.

Correct installation

The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance
with the installation sheet supplied.
Take care, both before and during installation of the
dishwasher, not to cut yourself on the metal parts. Danger of injury. Wear protective gloves.
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 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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Warning and Safety instructions

Correct use

Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion.Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher
detergents 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.
You could injure yourself on the open dishwasher door or trip over
it. Avoid leaving the door open unnecessarily.
Do not sit or lean on the opened door. This could cause the
dishwasher to tip and be damaged, and you could get injured.
Dishes can be very hot at the end of the programme. Allow them
to cool until they are comfortable enough to handle before unloading.
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 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
dishwasher 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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Warning and Safety instructions
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 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

Only use genuine original Miele accessories and spare parts with
this appliance. Using accessories or spare parts from other manufacturers 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.
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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing material

The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during transportation. The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the use of raw materials in the manufacturing process and also reduces the amount of waste in landfill sites.

Disposal of your old appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances often contain valuable materials. They also 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. Please do not therefore dispose of it with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection / recycling centre or contact your Miele dealer for advice.
Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.
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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:
– 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 ECO programme
(depending on model) for energy­saving dishwashing. This programme is the most efficient in terms of its combined energy and water consumption at cleaning normally soiled crockery.
– If your dishwasher is connected to a
hot water supply select the SolarSave programme for washing a lightly to normally soiled load. Because the water is not heated in this programme, crockery may still be slightly damper at the end of this programme than it would be with other programmes.
– 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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Caring for the environment

EcoFeedback consumption indicator

The Consumption function is used for calling up information about the energy and water consumption of your dishwasher (see "Settings menu, Consumption").
Three different types of information can be displayed:
– an estimate of the consumption
before the programme begins
– the actual consumption at the end of
the programme
– the total consumption of the
dishwasher

1. Consumption estimate:

The estimated energy and water consumption for a programme can be shown in the display.
Open the door.

2. Actual consumption

At the end of the programme you can call up the actual amount of energy and water used by the programme which has just been run.
Open the door at the end of the
programme.
Press the sensor.
Switching the dishwasher off at the end of the programme will delete the actual consumption values for the programme which has just been run.

3. "Consumption" setting

The Consumption setting gives a total of the energy and water which has been used in all previous dishwasher programmes (see "Settings menu, Consumption").
Select the programme you want.Select the Estimated consumption
option.
The estimated energy and water consumption will appear in the display.
The estimated consumption levels will be displayed as a bar chart. The more bars () in the display, the more energy or water will be used.
The values are influenced by the programme selected and any programme options selected.
The consumption indicator is switched on as standard. However, you can also switch the indicator off (see "Settings menu, Consumption").
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Before using for the first time

Opening the door

This dishwasher has a motorised door opener which is activated by knocking on the door front ("Knock2open function").
Knock twice in quick succession on
the top third of the door front
The door will open a little.
There are two dark grips inside the
door at the top. Take hold of them and pull to release the door lock.
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.
Keep the area around the door
free of obstructions.
At the end of programmes with a drying phase (see "Programme chart"), the door will open automatically a little in order to help the drying process. This function can be deactivated, if preferred (see "Settings menu, AutoOpen").
The door locking pins will retract.
If the door is opened during operation all functions are automatically interrupted.
The number of knocks required for opening the door can be changed if wished (see "Settings, Knock2open").
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Emergency door opener

If the door will not open when knocked or if there is a power cut the door can be opened manually with the Knock2open device supplied with the dishwasher.
Push the device into the gap between
the dishwasher front and the neighbouring unit door about 15 cm below the worktop.
Turn the device clockwise , until it
grips behind the dishwasher front.
Before using for the first time
Then use it to pull the door open.

Closing the door

Push the baskets right in.Raise the door upwards until the
catch engages.
The door will then close automatically.
Danger of injury.
Do not put your hand inside the door as it is closing.
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Before using for the first time

Basic settings

Open the door.Switch the dishwasher on using the
sensor.
The welcome screen will appear when the dishwasher is switched on for the first time.

Language

The display will then change automatically to the screen for setting the language.
Use the  arrows to select the
language you want and also the country, if applicable, and confirm your selection with OK.
See "Guide to the appliance, Display" for more information about the display and controls.
A tick will appear next to the language that has been set.

Time of day

The display will then change to the screen for setting the time.
The current time of day must be set before you can use the Delay start option.
Use the  arrows to set the hour
and confirm with OK.
Then set the minutes and confirm
with OK.
Keeping the relevant sensor pressed in, will increase or decrease the time automatically.
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Before using for the first time

Water hardness

The display will change to the screen for setting the water hardness.
– The dishwasher must be
programmed to the correct water hardness for 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 1.8 and 2.7 mmol/l (10 ­15 °d - German scale) always programme the dishwasher to the higher value (2.7 mmol/l or 15 °d 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 programmed at the factory for a water hardness level of 2.7 mmol/l (15 °d - German scale).
Finally, prompts will appear in the display.
After confirming these with OK, both the and indicators will light up.
Add salt and rinse aid if necessary
(see "Before using for the first time", "Dishwasher salt" and "Rinse aid").
Confirm the messages with OK.
The display will change to show the main menu.
Use the  arrows to select the
hardness you want and confirm with
OK.
See "Settings menu, Water hardness" for more information.
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Before using for the first time

Before using the appliance for the first time, you require:

– 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.

Dishwasher salt

In order to achieve good cleaning results, the dishwasher needs to operate with soft water. Hard water results in a 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 in the dishwasher is suitable for a water hardness level of up to 12.6 mmol/l (70 °d - German scale).
If the water in your area is very soft and constantly lower than 0.9 mmol/l (5 °d - German scale) you do not have to add dishwasher salt. The prompt to add salt will be switched off automatically if the water softener has been programmed for this to happen.
Dishwasher detergent will
damage the water softener. Do not fill the salt reservoir with
powder or liquid detergent.
Only use special coarse grained
dishwasher salt for reactivation. Other salts may contain insoluble
additives which can impair the functioning of the water softener.
The water softener requires dishwasher salt. Depending on the water hardness level (< 3.8 mmol/l, or 21 °d - German scale), dishwasher salt is not required if combination tablets are being used (see "Operation, Detergent").
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Before using for the first time

Adding salt

When filling the salt reservoir only
open the door halfway to ensure
that all the salt gets into the reservoir.
Press the button on the top of the salt
reservoir in the direction of the arrow.
The flap will spring open.
Do not fill the reservoir with water.
Add salt only until the reservoir is full
or until water runs out of the opening. The salt reservoir holds approx. 1 kg of salt, depending on the brand used.
Do not add any more than 1 kg of salt.
As the salt reservoir is filled, displaced water may overflow.
Lift up the funnel.
Clean any excess salt from around
the reservoir opening, and then close the flap.
Immediately after filling the salt
reservoir, run the QuickPowerWash programme with the Short option and without any crockery in the dishwasher to dissolve and remove any traces of salt from the cabinet.
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Before using for the first time

Add salt reminder

When Insufficient salt appears in the
display wait until the end of the programme and then refill the salt reservoir.
Confirm with OK.
The message will go out.
Risk of corrosion.
Immediately after filling the salt reservoir, run the QuickPowerWash programme with the Short programme option selected and without any crockery in the dishwasher to remove any traces of salt from the cabinet.
After the salt reservoir has been filled, the refill reminder may still appear in the display if the salt concentration has not yet reached the correct level. If this is the case, confirm again with OK.
The refill reminder will be switched off if you have programmed the dishwasher for a water hardness below 0.9mmol/l (5°d - German scale).
If you only ever use combination products containing salt and rinse aid in your dishwasher, you can switch the reminders off if you wish (see "Settings menu, Refill reminders").
If you switch to using detergent that does not contain salt or rinse aid, it is important to remember to add salt and rinse aid and to switch the reminders back on.
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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 washing-up liquid or powder or liquid detergent will damage 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
If you only ever use combination products containing rinse aid 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.
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.
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Before using for the first time
Add rinse aid only until it is visible in
the opening.

Add rinse aid reminder

When the Insufficient rinse aid message appears, the reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programmes only.
Add rinse aid in plenty of time.Confirm with OK.
The message will go out.
If you only ever use combination products containing salt and rinse aid in your dishwasher, you can switch both reminders off if you wish (see "Settings menu, Refill reminders").
The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.110ml.
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.
You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for best results (see "Settings menu, Rinse aid").
If you switch to using detergent that does not contain salt or rinse aid, it is important to remember to add salt and rinse aid and to switch the reminders back on.
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Notes

Remove coarse food residues from crockery.
There is no need to rinse items under running water.
Do not wash items soiled with
ash, sand, wax, lubricating grease or paint in the dishwasher. Ash does not dissolve and is distributed in the wash cabinet. Wax, sand, grease and paint cause damage to the dishwasher.
Crockery can be loaded anywhere in the baskets, but the following notes should be observed:
– Do not place crockery and cutlery
inside other pieces where they may be concealed.
– Load the crockery so that water can
access all surfaces. This ensures that they get properly cleaned.
– 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 foodstuffs may contain natural dyes, e.g. carrots, tomatoes or ketchup. Plastic items in the dishwasher may discolour if large quantities of these foodstuffs find their way into the dishwasher on the crockery. The stability of plastic items is not affected by this discolouration. Cleaning silver cutlery in the dishwasher may also cause plastic items to discolour.
– Make sure that all items are securely
positioned.
– Hollow items such as cups, glasses,
pans, etc. must be inverted in the basket.
– Tall, narrow, hollow items should be
placed in the centre of the basket to ensure better water coverage.
– Wide based items should be placed
at an angle so that water can run off them freely.
– 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 suitable for dishwashers:

– Wooden cutlery and crockery or
items with wooden parts: these may discolour and fade. The glue used in these items is not dishwasher-proof and wooden handles may come loose after being washed in a dishwasher.
– Craft items, antiques, valuable vases
and decorative glassware: such items are not suitable for dishwashers.
– 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 aluminium
items: these may discolour or become matt.
– Colours painted over a glaze: these
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
spotted at the end of a programme, where water has not run off smoothly. It may need to be rubbed dry with a soft cloth.
Silver which has been in contact with foods containing sulphur can discolour. These include egg yolk, onions, mayonnaise, mustard, pulses, fish, fish brine and marinades.
Aluminium components (e.g.
cooker hood grease filters) must not be cleaned with caustic alkaline commercial or industrial cleaning agents.
These may damage the material, or in extreme cases, there is a risk of a severe explosive chemical reaction (such as an explosive oxyhydrogen gas reaction).
Tip: When purchasing new crockery and cutlery, make sure they are dishwasher-proof.

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 programme chart), or a special glass­care programme 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.
– Visit "http://
www.mieleglasscare.com/ international/en/glasscare/english" for more information on glass care.
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