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Miele G 7100 I, G 7100 U, G 7100 SCI, G 7102 SCU, G 7105 SCI XXL Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions Dishwasher
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-GB M.-Nr. 11 200 020HG07
Contents
Guide to the appliance........................................................................................ 15
Appliance overview ............................................................................................... 15
Control panel......................................................................................................... 16
Display functions................................................................................................... 17
Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 18
Before using for the first time ............................................................................ 19
Opening the door .................................................................................................. 19
Closing the door.................................................................................................... 20
Activating the safety lock ...................................................................................... 20
Basic settings........................................................................................................ 21
Setting the language ........................................................................................ 21
Setting the water hardness level ...................................................................... 21
Dishwasher salt ..................................................................................................... 23
Filling the salt reservoir..................................................................................... 24
Replenishing salt .............................................................................................. 25
Rinse aid................................................................................................................ 26
Adding rinse aid ............................................................................................... 27
Filling the rinse aid reservoir............................................................................. 27
Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 28
Economical dishwashing....................................................................................... 28
EcoFeedback consumption indicator.................................................................... 29
Loading the dishwasher...................................................................................... 30
General information............................................................................................... 30
Upper basket......................................................................................................... 32
Adjust the upper basket ........................................................................................ 35
Lower basket......................................................................................................... 36
Cutlery tray/cutlery basket (depending on model) ............................................... 38
Loading the 3D MultiFlex tray........................................................................... 38
Loading the cutlery basket............................................................................... 39
Loading examples ................................................................................................. 40
Dishwashers with cutlery tray........................................................................... 40
Dishwashers with cutlery basket...................................................................... 42
Detergent ............................................................................................................. 44
Active ingredients ................................................................................................. 44
Detergent dispensing ............................................................................................ 45
Adding detergent................................................................................................... 46
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Contents
Operation.............................................................................................................. 47
Switching on the dishwasher ................................................................................ 47
Selecting a programme ......................................................................................... 47
Display programme duration................................................................................. 48
Starting the programme ........................................................................................ 48
End of programme................................................................................................. 49
Energy management ............................................................................................. 49
Switching off the dishwasher ................................................................................ 50
Unloading the dishwasher..................................................................................... 50
Interrupting a programme...................................................................................... 51
Cancelling or changing a programme ................................................................... 51
Options ................................................................................................................. 52
Timer................................................................................................................ 52
Programme overview .......................................................................................... 54
Further programmes ........................................................................................ 58
Programme options............................................................................................. 59
Selecting programme options ............................................................................... 59
Express....................................................................................................... 59
IntenseZone................................................................................................ 59
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 60
Cleaning the wash cabinet .................................................................................... 60
Cleaning the door and the door seal..................................................................... 61
Cleaning the control panel .................................................................................... 61
Cleaning the appliance front ................................................................................. 61
Cleaning the spray arms........................................................................................ 62
Checking the filters in the wash cabinet ............................................................... 64
Cleaning the filters................................................................................................. 64
Cleaning the water inlet filter................................................................................. 66
Cleaning the drain pump....................................................................................... 67
Problem solving guide ........................................................................................69
Technical problems ............................................................................................... 69
Fault messages ..................................................................................................... 70
Door release .......................................................................................................... 71
Water inlet fault ..................................................................................................... 72
Water drainage fault .............................................................................................. 73
General problems with the dishwasher................................................................. 74
Noises.................................................................................................................... 75
Unsatisfactory washing result ............................................................................... 76
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Contents
Service.................................................................................................................. 79
Contact in case of malfunction ............................................................................. 79
Warranty ................................................................................................................ 79
Note for test institutes ........................................................................................... 79
Optional accessories ..........................................................................................80
Installation............................................................................................................ 82
The Miele Waterproof system................................................................................ 82
Water inlet ............................................................................................................. 82
Water drainage ...................................................................................................... 84
Electrical connection ............................................................................................. 86
Technical data...................................................................................................... 87
Data sheet for household dishwashers ................................................................. 88
Settings ................................................................................................................ 97
Opening the settings menu ................................................................................... 97
Changing settings ................................................................................................. 97
Closing the settings menu..................................................................................... 97
Language........................................................................................................... 98
Water hardness ..................................................................................................... 98
Rinse aid................................................................................................................ 99
Consumption (EcoFeedback)................................................................................ 99
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Warning and safety instructions

This dishwasher conforms to current safety requirements. Inappro­priate use can, however, lead to personal injury and material dam­age.
Please observe the installation sheet and read the operating in­structions carefully before setting up the dishwasher and using it for the first time. They both contain important information on its in­stallation, safety, use and maintenance. This is to protect yourself from injury and prevent damage to the dishwasher.
In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in the chapter on installing the dishwasher as well as the safety instruc­tions and warnings. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these instructions.
Keep the installation sheet and the operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner.
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Warning and safety instructions

Appropriate use

This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and
similar working and residential environments.
This dishwasher is not intended for outdoor use.This dishwasher is intended for use at altitudes of up to 4000m
above sea level.
This dishwasher must only be used for cleaning domestic crock-
ery and cutlery. All other types of use are not permitted.
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 dish-
washer unless they are constantly supervised.
Children aged 8 and older may only use the dishwasher without
supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe manner. Children must be able to understand and recognise the possible dangers caused by incorrect operation.
Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the dishwasher
unsupervised.
Children should be supervised in the vicinity of the dishwasher.
Never allow children to play with the dishwasher. There is a danger that children might shut themselves in the dishwasher.
If the automatic door opening mechanism is active (depending on
the model), keep young children away from the area in which the door opens. There is a danger of injury in the unlikely event of a fault with the opening mechanism.
Danger of suffocation! Whilst playing, children may become en-
tangled in packaging material (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their head and risk suffocation. Keep packaging material away from children.
Keep children away from detergents. Detergents cause severe
skin burns and severe eye damage. They can cause burning in the mouth and throat, or inhibit breathing. It is therefore important to keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open. De­tergent residues could still be present in the dishwasher. Seek med­ical advice immediately if a child has swallowed or inhaled any deter­gents.
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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 qualified technician.
Damage to the dishwasher can compromise your safety. Before
using the dishwasher, check it for any visible damage. Never use a damaged dishwasher.
The electrical safety of this dishwasher can only be guaranteed
when correctly earthed. It is most important that this basic safety re­quirement is present. If in doubt, the electrical installation should be checked by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate or lack of earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
Reliable and safe operation of this dishwasher can only be as-
sured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
The dishwasher must only be plugged into the electricity supply
via a suitable socket and plug (e.g. a switched socket and fused 3­pin plug in the UK). 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 be-
cause the building-in niche may be too small. Danger of overheating and fire risk if the dishwasher were to be pushed up against a plug.
The dishwasher must not be installed underneath a hob. The high
temperatures radiated by hobs could damage the dishwasher below. For the same reason, the appliance must not be installed next to open fires or other appliances that give off heat, such as heaters etc., not normally found in a kitchen.
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Warning and safety instructions
Ensure that the connection data on the dishwasher’s data plate
(fuse rating, frequency and voltage) match the mains electricity sup­ply. This data must correspond in order to avoid the risk of damage to the dishwasher. Compare these before connecting the appliance to the mains. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
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 mech-
anism is working correctly. Otherwise there could be a risk of danger whilst the automatic door opening mechanism (depending on the model) is active. To check that the door opening mechanism is working correctly:
– The door springs must be evenly adjusted 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.
Multi-socket adapters and extension leads do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (fire hazard). Do not connect the dishwasher to the mains electricity supply using a multi-socket ad­apter or an extension lead.
The dishwasher 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 occurring. Frozen hoses are at risk of tearing or bursting. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperat­ures below freezing point.
To avoid any damage to the dishwasher, it must only be operated
when it is connected to a fully vented plumbing system.
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Warning and safety instructions
The plastic housing of the water connection contains a solenoid
valve. The housing must not be dipped in water.
There are live wires in the water inlet hose. Do not cut the hose,
even if it is too long.
The integrated Waterproof system offers protection from water
damage, provided that the following conditions are met:
– Installation has been carried out correctly
– The dishwasher is properly maintained and parts are replaced
where this is noticeably required
– The stopcock is turned off during longer absences from the home
(e.g. whilst on holiday).
The Waterproof system will work even when the dishwasher is switched off. However, the dishwasher must remain connected to the electricity supply.
The water-connection pressure needs to be between 50 and
1,000kPa.
A damaged dishwasher could be dangerous. If the dishwasher
gets damaged, switch it off at the mains immediately and call your Miele dealer or Miele Service.
While the appliance is under warranty, repairs should only be un-
dertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the warranty is invalidated.
Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genu-
ine Miele original replacement parts are used. Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts.
During installation, maintenance and repair work, the dishwasher
must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply (switch it off and withdraw the plug from the socket).
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Warning and safety instructions
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.
This dishwasher is supplied with a special lamp (depending on the
model) to cope with particular conditions (e.g. in terms of temperat­ure, moisture, chemical resistance, abrasion resistance and vibra­tion). This special lamp must only be used for the purpose for which it is intended. It is not suitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele authorised person or by Miele Service.

Correct installation

The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance
with the supplied installation sheet.
Be careful before and while installing the dishwasher.
Some metal parts pose a risk of injury/being cut. Wear pro­tective gloves.
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 worktop that is secured to adjacent cabinetry.
The dishwasher must only be built into a tall unit if additional
safety precautions are taken. In order to safely install the appliance in a tall unit, please use the Tall unit installation set and observe the installation sheet provided. Otherwise there is the danger of the unit tipping over.
If you want to convert your freestanding dishwasher to a built-un-
der model and you remove the existing plinth to do so, you must re­place it with a U-model plinth. Please use the appropriate conversion kit to do this. This is necessary to avoid the risk of injury caused by protruding metal parts.
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Warning and safety instructions
The door springs must be evenly adjusted 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 must only be operated with properly adjusted door springs.

Correct use

Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Risk of explosion.Dishwasher detergents can cause burning on the skin and in the
eyes, nose, mouth and throat. Avoid contact with detergents. Do not inhale powder detergents. Do not swallow dishwasher detergents. Seek medical attention immediately if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled.
Avoid leaving the dishwasher door open unnecessarily. You could
injure yourself on the open door or trip over it.
Do not sit or lean on the open door. The dishwasher could tip
over. This could injure you or damage the dishwasher.
Crockery may be very hot at the end of the programme. Allow the
dishes to cool until they are comfortable enough to handle before unloading them.
Only use detergent and rinse aid formulated for domestic dish-
washers. Do not use washing-up liquid.
Do not use any commercial or industrial detergents. These may
cause material 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 damage to the reservoir.
Do not fill the AutoDos (depending on model) with powder or li-
quid detergent. Loose detergent will damage the AutoDos.
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Warning and safety instructions
Do not fill the salt reservoir with powder or liquid detergent. Deter-
gent will damage the water softener.
Only use special coarse-grained dishwasher salt or other pure kit-
chen salt for reactivation. Other salts may contain insoluble additives that can impair the functioning of the water softener.
In dishwashers with a cutlery basket (depending on model), knives
and forks should be placed with the handles upwards in the basket for safety reasons. Knives and forks placed with the handles down­wards pose a danger of injury. However, cutlery placed handle down in the basket will come out cleaner and drier.
Plastic items that 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 timer option (depending on model), the detergent
compartment must be dry. If it is not, wipe it until dry. The detergent will clump together if the detergent compartment is not dry, and this may mean that it is not fully rinsed out.
Please observe the information given in the “Technical data”
chapter regarding the capacity of the dishwasher.

Accessories

Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used, any
warranty, performance, and product liability claims will be invalid­ated.

Transport

Only transport the dishwasher in an upright position so that no
water flows into the electrical controls, as this would cause faults.
If you wish to transport the dishwasher, empty it and securely
fasten all loose parts such as baskets, hoses and cables.
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Appliance overview

Guide to the appliance

a
Top spray arm
b
3DMultiFlex tray (depending on model)
c
Upper basket (depending on model)
d
Middle spray arm
e
Aeration valve
f
Bottom spray arm
g
Filter combination
h
Salt reservoir
i
Data plate
j
Rinse aid reservoir
k
Detergent compartment
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Guide to the appliance

Control panel

a
Programme selection
ECO50°C = ECO50°C
Auto = Auto45–65°C45°C = Gentle45°C65°C = QuickPowerWash65°C75°C = Intensive75°C = Further programmes/
settings
b
Display For further information, see “Guide to the appliance” in the “Display functions” section.
c
Start button with indicator light For starting the selected programme.
d
IntenseZone button Increases cleaning performance in the lower basket.
e
Express button For reducing the programme dura­tion.
f
Timer button For selecting a later programme start.
g
OK button To select menu options and values displayed. To confirm messages.
h
buttons For programme selection. For changing the values displayed. For scrolling to other menu pages.
i
Back button For navigating back to the previous menu or deleting values that have been set previously.
j
Programme selection button For programme selection.
k
Optical interface For service technicians.
l
ON/OFF button For switching the dishwasher on and off.
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Guide to the appliance

Display functions

The display is used to select or set the following:
– The programme
– The timer – The Settings 
The display can show the following:
– The programme stage
– The estimated time left for the pro-
gramme to run
– The energy and water consumption
(EcoFeedback)
– 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. Press the button to switch the dish­washer back on.
The OKbutton is used to confirm mes­sages or settings and also to move to the next menu or another menu level.
Under Further programmes/settings, a scroll bar will appear in the right of the display. This offers further options. These options can be shown using the buttons.
You can alter the dishwasher’s controls to suit changing requirements in the Settings menu (see “Settings” chapter).
The option that is selected will have a tick next to it.
To exit a sub-menu again, press the Backbutton.
If you do not press any buttons for sev­eral seconds, the display will revert to the previous menu. You may then have to enter your settings again.
These operating instructions apply to several different dishwasher models of different heights. The different dishwasher models will be named as follows: normal = dishwasher measuring
80.5cm high (built-in appliance) or 84.5cm high (freestanding appli­ance) XXL = dishwasher measuring 84.5cm high (built-in 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.
Disposing of your old appli­ance
Electrical and electronic appliances of­ten contain valuable materials. They also contain specific materials, com­pounds and components, which were essential for their correct function and safety. These could be hazardous to hu­man health and to the environment if disposed of with your domestic waste or if handled incorrectly. Please do not, therefore, dispose of your old appliance with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local com­munity waste collection / recycling centre for electrical and electronic ap­pliances, or contact your dealer or Miele for advice. You are also respons­ible (by law, depending on country) for deleting any personal data that may be stored on the appliance being disposed of. Please ensure that your old appli­ance poses no risk to children while be­ing stored prior to disposal.
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Before using for the first time

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

Opening the door

In some programmes the door automat­ically opens slightly to assist the drying process. This function can be deactivated, if pre­ferred (see “Settings” chapter, “AutoOpen”).
At the end of the programme, if the AutoOpen function is on, the door lock­ing pins automatically retract.
To prevent a technical fault, do not hold the door locking pins firmly when they are retracting.
If the door is opened during operation all wash functions are automatically in­terrupted.
Risk of scalding due to hot wa-
ter. During operation, water in the dish-
washer may be very hot. During operation, only open the door
with extreme caution.
Risk of injury due to door open-
ing automatically. The door may open automatically at
the end of a programme. Keep the area around the door free
of obstructions.
To open the door, reach under the
door grip and pull.
Open the door fully to disengage the
locking mechanism.
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Before using for the first time

Closing the door

Push the baskets right in.Raise the door upwards until the
catch engages.
Risk of crushing due to the door
closing. When closing the door, you are at
risk of shutting your fingers in it. Do not put your hand inside the door
as it is closing.

Activating the safety lock

Use the safety lock to prevent children opening the dishwasher door. The door can then only be opened by using a lot of force.
To lock the door, push the slide un-
derneath the door grip to the right.
To unlock the door, push the slide to
the left.
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Before using for the first time

Basic settings

Switching on the dishwasher

Switch the dishwasher on with the
button.
The welcome screen will appear when the dishwasher is switched on.
For further information about the dis­play functionality, see the “Display functions” section in the “Guide to the appliance” chapter.

Setting the language

The display will then change automatic­ally to the screen for setting the lan­guage.
Select the language you want as well
as the country, if applicable, using the buttons and confirm with OK.
For further information on setting the language, see the “Language” section in the “Settings” chapter.
A tick will appear next to the lan­guage that has been set.

Setting the water hardness level

The display will change to the screen for setting the water hardness.
– You should programme the dish-
washer 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.
Therefore, please enter the water hard­ness:
____________°d or mmol/l
The dishwasher is programmed at the factory for a water hardness level of
2.5mmol/l (14°d – German scale).
Set the water hardness level in your
area and confirm using OK.
See the “Settings” chapter, “Water hardness” section for more informa­tion.
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Before using for the first time
Finally, prompts will appear in the dis­play.
After confirming these prompts with
OK, the messagesRefill salt andRefill rinse aid may appear.
Add salt and rinse aid if necessary
(see the “Before using for the first time” chapter, “Dishwasher salt” and “Rinse aid” sections).
Select OK to confirm the messages.
The programme selected will briefly ap­pear in the display and the indicator light for the programme selected will come on. Next, the estimated energy and water consumption may be shown for the chosen programme for several seconds. Then the display will show the estim­ated duration for the programme selec­ted.
You can now turn on the Hygiene cycle function (see the “Settings” chapter, “Hygiene cycle” section).
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Before using for the first time

Dishwasher salt

In order to achieve good cleaning res­ults, the dishwasher needs to operate with soft water. Hard water results in the build-up of calcium deposits on crockery and on the inner surfaces of the appliance. Mains water with a hardness level higher than 0.9mmol/l (5°d – German scale) must be softened. This occurs automatically in the integrated water softener. The water softener is suitable for a water hardness level of up to
12.6mmol/l (70°d – German scale).
In order to maintain the water softener’s functions, the water softener must be reactivated regularly. Reactivation oc­curs automatically every ninth pro­gramme sequence. At the start of the next programme, an additional 4.4l of water is required for this process. En­ergy consumption increases by
0.015kWh and the programme is ex­tended by 3minutes. The above only applies to the ECO pro­gramme at a water hardness of
2.5mmol/l (14°d – German scale). For other programmes and water hardness levels, the frequency of reactivation will differ.
In order to be reactivated, 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 detergents are being used (see the “Detergent” chapter, “Active in­gredients” section).
If the water in your area is very soft and constantly lower than 0.9mmol/l (5°d – German scale) you do not need to add dishwasher salt. The salt refill indicator will automatically switch off after the water hardness has been set accordingly (see the “Settings” chapter, “Water hardness” section).
Damage to the water softener
from detergent. Detergent will damage the water
softener. Do not fill the salt reservoir with
powder or liquid detergent.
Damage caused by using unsuit-
able salts. Some kinds of salts may contain in-
soluble additives that can impair the functioning of the water softener.
Only use special coarse-grained dishwasher salt or other pure kitchen salt for reactivation.
If you only ever use combination de­tergent products in your dishwasher, you can switch off both refill reminders if you wish (see “Settings” chapter, “Refill reminders” section).
Please make sure that if you stop us­ing combination detergents, you refill the dishwasher salt and rinse aid. Switch the refill reminders back on if required.
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Before using for the first time

Filling the salt reservoir

Before filling the salt reservoir for the first time, you must fill it with approx. 2l of water to enable the salt to dis­solve.
Once the dishwasher has been used once, there is always sufficient water in the salt reservoir.
Remove the lower basket from the
wash cabinet and unscrew the salt reservoir cap.
Danger of corrosion due to saline
solution. Water or saline solution will run out
of the reservoir when the cap is opened. Saline solution that runs out can cause corrosion in the wash cabinet and to the dishwasher load.
The salt reservoir should therefore only be opened in order to replenish the salt.
Fill the salt reservoir with approx. 2l
of water (first use only).
Place the funnel provided over the
salt reservoir and carefully fill with dishwasher salt until the reservoir is full. The salt reservoir holds up to 2kg of salt, depending on the type of salt used.
Clean off salt residues from around
the salt reservoir opening. Next, screw the salt reservoir cap on again firmly.
Immediately after filling the salt reser-
voir and each time you remove the salt container cap, run the 65°CQuickPowerWash pro- gramme with the Express pro­gramme option selected without a load in the dishwasher to dissolve and remove any traces of salt from the wash cabinet.
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Before using for the first time

Replenishing salt

When Refill salt appears in the dis-
play wait until the end of the pro­gramme and then refill the salt reser­voir.
Confirm with OK.
The salt refill indicator will disappear.
Danger of corrosion due to saline
solution. Saline solution that runs out can
cause corrosion in the wash cabinet and to the dishwasher load.
Each time you remove the salt reser­voir cap, you must run the 65°CQuickPowerWash pro- gramme with the Express pro­gramme option selected without a load in the dishwasher. This will dis­solve and remove any traces of salt from the wash cabinet.
After the salt reservoir has been filled, the salt refill indicator may still appear in the display if the salt concentration has not yet reached the correct level. In this case, confirm the message again with OK.
The salt refill indicator will be switched off if you have programmed the dish­washer for a water hardness below
0.9mmol/l (5°d – German scale).
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Before using for the first time

Rinse aid

Rinse aid is necessary to ensure that 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 container and the amount set is dispensed auto­matically.
Washing-up liquid or detergent
can cause damage. Washing-up liquid and detergent can
damage the rinse aid container. Only fill it with rinse aid formulated
for domestic dishwashers.
Alternatively, you could use liquid citric acid at a concentration of up to 10%. The resulting rinsing and drying quality will not, however, be as good as when rinse aid is used.
Risk of acid damage.
The dishwasher can be damaged by high concentrations of acid.
Under no circumstances should you use citric acid with a higher acid content.
If you only ever wish to use combina­tion products in your dishwasher, you do not need to add rinse aid. However, for optimum rinsing and drying results, use dishwasher deter­gent and add dishwasher salt and rinse aid separately.
If you only ever use combination de­tergent products containing salt and rinse aid in your dishwasher, you can switch off both refill reminders if you wish (see “Settings” chapter, “Refill re­minders” section).
Please make sure that if you stop us­ing combination detergents, you refill the dishwasher salt and rinse aid. Switch the refill reminders back on if required.
For optimum rinsing and drying res­ults, use dishwasher detergent and add salt and rinse aid separately.
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Before using for the first time

Adding rinse aid

Press the yellow button on the lid
of the rinse aid reservoir.
The lid will spring open.
Close the lid firmly until you hear it
click into place. Otherwise, water can enter the rinse aid reservoir during a programme.
Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This
prevents excess foam developing during the next programme.
You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for the best wash result (see “Set­tings” chapter, “Rinse aid” section).

Filling the rinse aid reservoir

When Refill rinse aid appears in the display, the reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for two to three programmes only.
Refill with rinse aid in plenty of time.Confirm with OK.
The rinse aid refill reminder will disap­pear.
Fill with rinse aid until the filling level
indicator (arrow) changes to a dark colour while the door is horizontally open.
The rinse aid reservoir holds approx­imately 110ml.
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Caring for the environment

Economical dishwashing

This dishwasher is exceptionally eco­nomical in its use of water and electri­city. You can make the most of your appli­ance by following these tips:
– Washing in a dishwasher generally
uses less water and energy than washing by hand.
– There is no need to pre-rinse items
under running water, and this unne­cessarily increases water and energy consumption.
– For the most economical dishwash-
ing, make full use of the basket capa­city without overloading the dish­washer. This results in the most eco­nomical dishwashing in terms of en­ergy and water consumption.
– Choose the programme to suit the
type of crockery being washed and the degree of soiling (see the “Pro­gramme overview” chapter).
– You can connect the dishwasher to a
hot water supply. A hot water con­nection is particularly suitable with energy-saving water heating sources, such as solar energy with a circula­tion system. If the water is heated by electricity, we would recommend connection to cold water.
You can find further tips on energy­saving dishwashing in Miele’s guide to dishwashing at www.miele.com.
– Select the ECOprogramme for en-
ergy-saving dishwashing. This pro­gramme is the most efficient in terms of its combined energy and water consumption for cleaning dishes with a normal level of soiling.
– Follow the detergent manufacturer’s
recommendations on detergent dosage.
– When using powder or liquid deter-
gent, you can use 1/3 less detergent if the 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” chapter, “Con­sumption” section).
The following information can be shown on the display:
– An estimate of the consumption be-
fore the programme begins
– The actual consumption at the end of
the programme
– The total consumption of the dish-
washer

1. Consumption estimate

After a programme has been selected, first the name of the programme and after a few seconds the estimated en­ergy consumption and water con­sumption will appear in the display.

2. Display consumption

At the end of the programme you can call up the actual amount of energy and water used by the programme that has just been run.
Confirm the Consumption (OK)mes-
sage with OK.
Switching the dishwasher off at the end of the programme will delete the actual consumption values for the pro­gramme that has just been run.

3. Total consumption

You can view the total consumption of energy and water for all previously used programmes of your dishwasher (see “Settings” chapter, “Consumption” sec­tion).
The estimated consumption will be shown as a bar chart. The more bars that are visible (), the higher the en­ergy or water consumption.
The values are influenced by the pro­gramme, any programme options selec­ted, the ambient conditions and the size of the load.
The display will change automatically from showing the estimated consump­tion to showing the time remaining.
The estimated consumption function is activated as standard. This function can be deactivated, if preferred (see “Set­tings”, “Consumption” section).
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General information

Remove coarse food residues from crockery.
There is no need to pre-rinse items un­der running water.
Damage can be caused by ash,
sand, wax, lubricating grease or paint.
These substances will contaminate the dishwasher and can then no longer be removed.
Do not wash items soiled with these substances in the dishwasher.
Crockery can be loaded anywhere in the baskets, but the following notes should be observed:
– Do not place crockery and cutlery in-
side other items where they will cover one another.
– Load the crockery so that water can
access all surfaces. This ensures that they get properly cleaned.
– The spray arms must not be blocked
by items that are too tall or hang through the baskets. Test for free movement by manually rotating the spray arms.
– Make sure that small items cannot
fall through the holders in the bas­kets. Small items such as lids should therefore be placed in the 3D MultiFlex tray or cutlery basket (de­pending on model).
Some foods may contain natural dyes, e.g. carrots, tomatoes or ketchup. These dyes can discolour plastic items in the dishwasher if large quantities of these foods are in contact with the crockery inside the appliance. The sta­bility of plastic items is not affected by this discolouration. Washing silverware can also cause plastic items to discolour.
– Make sure that all items are securely
positioned.
– Hollow items such as cups, glasses,
pots etc. must be placed upside down in the baskets.
– Tall and narrow hollow items, such as
champagne glasses, should be placed in the middle of the basket rather than in the corners. This en­sures the hollow items are more eas­ily accessed by the water jets.
– Wide-based items should be placed
at an angle so that water can run off them freely.
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