Miele G 898 SCi PLUS Operation Manual

Operating instructions

for dishwashers

It is essential to read the operating and
installation instructions before
installing, commissioning or using the
machine, to avoid the risk of accidents
or damage to the machine.

G

M.-Nr. 05 894 310

Contents

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

Appliance overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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

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

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

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

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

Before using the appliance for the first time you require: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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

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

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

Filling the salt reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Salt indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Rinse aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Adding rinse aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Rinse aid indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Setting the rinse aid dosage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Loading the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Flap up rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Positioning rail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Adjusting the upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Lower basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Variable inserts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

To remove an insert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

To fit an insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Hinged spike insert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Vario insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Glassware insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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

Cutlery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Items not suitable for dishwashers: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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Contents

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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

Programme selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Switching on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Start the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

"GlassCare" indicator light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Programme sequence indicator lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Time display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

At the end of a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Switching off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Changing a programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Additional functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

"Top Solo" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Delay start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Drying fan running time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Unloading the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Cleaning the spray arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Cleaning the wash cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Cleaning the door and the door seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Cleaning the control panel and door front panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Solving problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Cleaning the water inlet filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Comparison tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Model G 6XX (For model number see data plate). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Model G 8XX (For model number see data plate). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . see Installation Instructions

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Guide to the appliance

Appliance overview

1 Upper spray arm (not visible)
2 Cutlery tray
3 Upper basket
4 Water feed for middle spray arm
5 Middle spray arm
6 Lower spray arm

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7 Four height adjustable screw feet
8 Filter combination
9 Salt reservoir

10 Dual compartment detergent

dispenser

11 Rinse aid reservoir

(with dosage selector)

12 Data plate

Control panel

Guide to the appliance

13 Check/Refill indicators
14 Programme sequence

and Glass care display
15 "On/Off" button
16 Programme buttons
17 Time left / Delay start indicator

lights
18 Time display

This instruction book applies to several different dishwasher models.
The specific dishwasher models below are referred to as follows:
G 698 SC and G 698 SCi = G 6XX
G 898 SCi = G 8XX

19 Delay start buttons
20 "Top Solo" button
21 “Start/Stop” button
22 Child safety lock
23 Door release
24 Ventilation outlet for drying fan

The model numbers G 6XX and G 8XX refer to the model designation specified
on the data plate of the machine (and not the description on the control panel
which may differ).
The data plate is located at the top of the door when open.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Installation

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

the installation instructions.

has been installed.

of overheating and fire risk if the dish
washer were to be pushed up against a
plug.

The dishwasher must be installed
and connected in compliance with

The electrical socket must be eas
ily accessible after the dishwasher

There must be no electrical sock
ets behind the dishwasher. Danger

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Correct usage

This dishwasher is intended

exclusively for cleaning domestic
crockery and cutlery in a domestic
household. Using it for purposes other
than those for which it was designed,
as well as any alterations or conver­sions to the machine would be un­authorised and could cause harm. The
manufacturer cannot be held liable for
damage resulting from improper or in­correct use of the appliance.

Delivery

Before setting up the machine

check it for any externally visible
damage. Under no circumstances
should you use a damaged machine. A
damaged machine is dangerous.

Please ensure that the packaging

material is offered for recycling.

In order to ensure stability, built-un

der and integrated dishwashers
must only be installed under a continu­ous worktop which is secured to adja­cent cabinetry.

The dishwasher must not be in-

stalled 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.

Do not connect the dishwasher to

the mains supply until it has been
installed.

Check that the voltage, frequency

and fuse rating shown on the data
plate match the household mains sup
ply.

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Warning and Safety instructions

The electrical safety of this appli

ance can only be guaranteed when
continuity is complete between the ap
pliance and an effective earthing sys
tem. It is most important that this basic
safety requirement is tested and where
there is any doubt, the electrical system
in the house should be checked by a
qualified electrician. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for the conse
quences of an inadequate earthing sys
tem (e.g. electric shock).

This equipment is not designed for

maritime use or for use in mobile
installations such as caravans, aircraft
etc. However it may be suitable for
such usage subject to a risk assess­ment of the installation being carried
out by a suitably qualified engineer.

A damaged machine is dangerous.

Switch off at the mains and call
your Miele supplier or the Miele Service
Department.

The plastic housing of the water

connection contains an electrical
component. The housing must therefore
not be dipped in water.

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Daily use

Do not use solvents in the dish
washer. Danger of explosion.

Water in the dishwasher must not
be used as drinking water. This wa

ter is not drinking water.

Avoid inhalation of powder deter
gents. Do not ingest dishwasher

detergent! Dishwasher detergents con

­tain irritant or corrosive ingredients.

They can cause burning in the nose,
mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit
breathing. Consult a doctor immediate
ly if detergent has been swallowed or
inhaled.

Do not sit or lean on the opened

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

In an appliance with a cutlery bas-

ket (depending on model) cutlery
is cleaned and dried more efficiently if
placed in the basket with the handles
downwards. However, to avoid the risk
of injury place cutlery with sharp points
with the handles upwards.

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There are live wires in the water in
let hose. Never cut the water inlet

hose, even if it is too long.

For safety reasons do not operate
this appliance on an extension ca

ble. (Danger of overheating).

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Only use detergents formulated for

domestic dishwashers. Do not use
washing-up liquid.

Only use rinse aid formulated for

domestic dishwashers.

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

Plastic items which cannot with

stand being washed in hot water,
such as disposable plastic containers,
or plastic cutlery and crockery should
not be cleaned in the dishwasher. The
high temperatures in the dishwasher
may cause them to melt or lose shape.

Take care on dishwashers with a visi
ble heater element

(depending on model)

Do not touch the heating element

during or directly after the end of a
programme. It will be hot. Danger of
burning!

Some plastic items could melt or

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

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Safety with children

Do not allow children to play in or

around the dishwasher, or to oper
ate it. There is a danger that children
playing might shut themselves in the
dishwasher.

Keep children away from deter

gents. Dishwasher detergents con
tain irritant or corrosive ingredients.
They can cause burning in the mouth,
nose and throat if swallowed, or inhibit
breathing. Consult a doctor immediate
ly if your child has swallowed or inhaled
detergent.

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To avoid the danger of children

coming into contact with the dish
washer detergent: only add detergent
just before starting the programme and
close the door, activating the child
safety lock (depending on model).
Keep children away from the dish
washer when the door is open. There
could still be detergent residues in the

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cabinet.

To ensure children do not come

into contact with detergent on
models with the "Delay start" function
make sure the dispenser is dry before
adding detergent. Wipe dry if neces­sary. Detergent will clog if poured into a
damp dispenser and may not be thor­oughly dispersed. If the door is open at
the end of a programme, children may
come into contact with this residue.

To avoid machine and material
damage

Do not fill the rinse aid reservoir

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

Inadvertently filling the salt reser

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voir with powder or liquid dish
washer detergent always leads to seri
ous damage to the water softener.
Make sure you have picked up the cor
rect packet of dishwasher salt before
filling the salt reservoir!

Do not use commercial or industrial

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

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Warning and Safety instructions

The Miele Waterproof System offers
protection from water damage, pro

vided the following conditions are met:

The dishwasher is correctly installed

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and plumbed in.
The dishwasher is properly main

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

The stopcock has been turned off

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

In countries where there are areas

which may be subject to infestation
by cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the appli­ance and its surroundings in a clean
condition at all times. Any damage
which may be caused by cockroaches
or other vermin will not be covered by
the appliance guarantee.

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Repairs and maintenance

Disposal of your old appliance

­When disposing of an old dish

washer first make it unusable. Dis

connect, cut off the cable and the plug
from the cable. Make the door lock in
operative by unscrewing 2 cross-slotted
screws, so that children cannot acci
dentally shut themselves in. Make ap
propriate arrangements for the disposal
of the appliance.

The manufacturer cannot be held lia
ble for damage caused by non-com
pliance with these Warning and
Safety instructions.

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Repairs may only be carried out by

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

Always disconnect the appliance

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

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing
material

The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally be recycled.

Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation!

Rather than just throwing these materi
als away, please ensure that they are
recycled.

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Disposal of your old appliance

Old appliances contain materials which
can be recycled. Please contact your
dealer, your local waste collection cen­tre or scrap merchant about potential
recycling schemes.

Ensure that the appliance presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal. See the appropriate sec
tion in the Warning and Safety instruc
tions.

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Energy saving washing

This dishwasher is exceptionally eco
nomical in its use of water and electric
ity. You can make the most of your ap
pliance by following these tips:

If your household water system is

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suitable, this dishwasher can be con
nected to a hot water supply, for fur
ther economies.
Although all stages of the wash then
take place with hot water, savings are
made in:

- the use of primary energy,

- costs,

- programme running times.
If, however, your water is heated by
electricity we would still recommend
connection to cold water.

^ For most economical dishwashing

make full use of the baskets without
overloading the dishwasher.

^ Choose the programme to suit the

type of crockery being washed and
the degree of soiling.

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The "Top Solo" function should only
be selected for washing very small
loads of crockery (see "Additional
functions").

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Select the Economy programme for
energy-saving dishwashing.

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Use the correct amounts of deter
gent.

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

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Before using the appliance for
the first time you require:

approx. 2 litres of water,

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approx. 2 kg dishwasher reactivation

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salt,
domestic dishwasher detergent,

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rinse aid formulated for domestic

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dishwashers.

The dishwasher is fitted with a water
softener sensor. This automatically
sets the water softener unit for the
local water hardness level.

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 previously
used.

Before using for the first time

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Before using for the first time

To open the door

^ Press the release catch inside the

door grip and pull forward.

If the door is opened during operation
all functions are automatically inter­rupted.

To close the door

^ Push the baskets right in, lift the door

and push until it clicks into position.

Child safety lock

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

To prevent children opening the dish­washer door during operation, use the
key to lock the door:

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Horizontal setting:
The door is locked.

Vertical setting:
The door can be opened.

Filling the salt reservoir

In order to achieve good cleaning re
sults, the dishwasher needs to operate
with soft water. Hard water results in the
build-up of calcium deposits on crock
ery 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 in
tegrated water softener. The water soft
ener must be filled with dishwasher salt
for reactivation.

Your local water authority will be able

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to advise you of the water hardness
level in your area.

If the water in your area is very soft
and constantly lower than 0.7 mmol/l
(4 °d) you do not need to add dish­washer salt.

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Before using for the first time

Only use special coarse grained

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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 func
tioning of the water softener.

Remove the lower basket and un

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­screw the salt reservoir cap.

­Fill the reservoir with approx. 2 litres

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of water (first use).

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Important: Before filling the salt res­ervoir with dishwasher salt for the
first time
2 litres of water to enable the salt to
dissolve. Once the dishwasher has
been used, there is always sufficient
water in the reservoir.

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voir with powder or liquid dish
washer detergent always leads to
serious damage to the water soft
ener. Make sure you have picked up
the correct packet of dishwasher salt
before filling the salt reservoir!

, you must fill it with approx.

Inadvertently filling the salt reser

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Place the funnel provided over the
salt reservoir and carefully fill with salt
until the reservoir is full. The salt res
ervoir holds approx. 2 kg of salt de
pending on the brand used.

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Before using for the first time

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

Clean any excess salt from around

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the reservoir opening and then screw
the cap on again firmly.

Run the "Pre-wash" programme im

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mediately to remove any traces of
salt water from the cabinet.

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Salt indicator

The salt indicator light comes on to no
tify you that the reservoir is empty.

Note

If the water in your area is very soft and
constantly lower than 0.7 mmol (4 °d)
you do not need to add salt to the res
ervoir. The salt indicator light, however,
will still come on, but should be ig
nored.

(See "After sales service" for definition
of "PC").

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^

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

After the reservoir has been filled, the
water softener is automatically reacti
vated the next time the dishwasher is
run. The salt indicator light may still be
illuminated during this process. It will
go out once the salt concentration has
reached the correct level.

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

Inadvertently filling the rinse aid

,

reservoir with powder or liquid dish
washer detergent always causes se
rious damage to the reservoir. Only
pour rinse aid formulated for domes
tic dishwashers into the reservoir.

Alternatively, it is possible to use
– Household vinegar with a max. 5%

acid content
or
– Liquid citric acid up to 50% acid

content.
The resulting rinsing and drying quality

will not, however, be as good as when
rinse aid is used.

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Adding rinse aid

-

-

-

^ Press the button in the direction of

the arrow until the flap springs open.

,

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

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Before using for the first time

Rinse aid indicator

Add rinse aid only until it is visible on

^

the surface of the filter in the
opening.

The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.
130 ml.

^ Close the flap firmly so that it clicks

into place. Otherwise water would en­ter the rinse aid reservoir during a
programme.

^

Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This
prevents over-foaming occurring dur
ing the next programme.

The Rinse aid indicator light on the fas
cia comes on when the rinse aid reser
voir needs to be replenished.

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

^ Add rinse aid in plenty of time.

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Setting the rinse aid dosage

The dosage selector has settings from
1-6. It is set to "3" (3 ml) at the factory.
Approx. 3 ml of rinse aid are then used
per programme. This is a recom
mended setting.

If spots appear on crockery and glass­ware:

-

Before using for the first time

^ Use a higher setting.
If clouding or smearing appears on

crockery and glassware:

^

Use a lower setting.

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Note

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, lubricating
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 in-

side other pieces where they may be
concealed.

^ Load the crockery so that water can

access all surfaces. This ensures that
it is properly cleaned.

^

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, e.g. cham
pagne glasses, should be placed in
the centre of the basket to ensure
better water coverage.

Deep 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.

Make sure that small items do not fall

^

through the holders in the baskets.
Small items, e.g. lids, should there
fore be placed in the cutlery tray or
cutlery basket.

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 appliance on the crock­ery. The stability of plastic items is
not affected by this discolouration.

When the dishwasher is being
loaded food and drink residue may
drip onto the sides of the dish
washer door.
These surfaces are outside the wash
cabinet and are not accessed by
water from the spray arms.

­Food residue should therefore be

wiped away before the dishwasher
door is closed.

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Upper basket

For small, lightweight, delicate items
such as cups, saucers, glasses, des­sert bowls, etc.
Shallow saucepans or casserole dishes
can also be placed in the upper basket.

Note for "Top Solo"

If a wash programme has been se
lected with the additional function "Top
Solo", all crockery must be loaded in
the upper basket and cutlery tray.

If your dishwasher has a cutlery basket
then cutlery should be placed in the
cutlery basket with plenty of space be
tween items.

As the middle spray arms also directs
water downwards, it is possible to wash
lightly soiled plates (with a large diame
ter) and serving platters in the lower
basket, however plenty of space must
be left in between items. Do not wash
dishes, bowls or other hollow contain­ers when using this function.

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-

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Long items such as soup ladles, mixing
spoons and long knives should be
placed lying down across the front of
the upper basket.

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Flap up rack

To make room for tall items raise the
rack upwards.

Positioning rail (depending on model)

The positioning rail can be flipped over
to the middle of the basket for easy
sorting and removing of crockery.

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Adjusting the upper basket

In order to gain more space for taller
pieces of crockery in the bottom or up
per basket, the upper basket can be
adjusted on three levels with 2 cm be
tween each level.

The upper basket can also be set at an
angle with one side high and the other
side low. Ensure however, that the bas
ket can be inserted smoothly into the
cabinet. It is best to adjust the basket
before loading it.

Pull out the upper basket.

^

-

Depending on the setting of the upper
basket, the following plate dimensions
can be accommodated.

-

Model G 6XX SC

(see data plate for model number)

Upper

basket

-

level

To p 1 5 3 0

Middle 17 28

Bottom 19 26

Model G 8XX SC

(see data plate for model number)

Upper

basket

level

To p 2 0 3 0

Plate Ø in cm

Upper
basket

Plate Ø in cm

Upper
basket

Lower

basket

Lower

basket

^

Pull upwards on the levers at either
side of the upper basket.

^

Adjust the basket to the desired
height.

^

Then push the levers securely back
down into position.

Middle 22 28

Bottom 24 26

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Lower basket

For larger and heavier items such as
plates, serving platters, saucepans,
bowls, etc.
Glasses and small items such as sau­cers can also be placed in the lower
basket.

Height limitation

The stay at the front of the upper basket
determines the max. height permissible
for items placed in the lower basket to
ensure they do not impede the move­ment of the middle spray arm.

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Variable inserts

A variety of inserts are available for washing crockery in the lower basket.

To remove an insert

Pull upwards by the handle to re

^

move.

To fit an insert

-

^ Fit the insert into the lower basket

with the hooks going under the long
cross piece as illustrated.

^

Press down on the handle until the in
sert is securely held in position.

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Hinged spike insert

The spike insert is used for washing
plates and saucers.

^ The hinged spike insert fits in the

area marked white at the back right
hand side of the bottom basket.

Both sides of the rear section of the
spiked insert can be lowered to make
more room for large items, e.g. pots,
pans and dishes.

^

Press the yellow lever downwards
and then fold the spikes towards the
middle of the basket.

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Vario insert

The vario insert is used for washing
cups, glasses, plates, bowls and pots.

The cup rack can be raised to make

^

more room for tall items.
Stem glassware e.g. wine glasses,

^

champagne flutes and Cognac
glasses can be leaned against the
cup rack or suspended from it.

^ The vario insert fits in the area

marked white in the left hand side of
the bottom basket.

Loading the dishwasher

^

To lower the cup rack first raise it
slightly upwards.

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Glassware insert

The glassware insert is designed for
cleaning tall and long stemmed glass
ware.

Very tall glasses, e. g. tall beer

^

glasses, can be held more securely
by the vertical supports.

The insert for glasses can be fitted in

^

the left or right of the bottom basket
in the areas marked white in the illus­tration.

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Bottle holder

The bottle holder, e.g. for milk and baby
bottles, can be fitted in the lower basket
in the area marked white in the illustra
tion. However, do not place a bottle
holder in the corners. Water will not be
able to access the bottles properly and
they will not get clean.

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Cutlery

Loading the dishwasher

For best results cutlery should be
grouped in zones, one for knives, one
for forks, one for spoons, etc.This
makes unloading much easier.

Place the blades of knives and the
prongs of forks between the holders.
Spoons, on the other hand, should be
placed with the handles between the
holders.

Longer items such as soup ladles, cake
slices, mixing spoons and long knives
should be placed lengthwise in the in
dentation in the middle of the cutlery
tray.

The upper spray arm must not be
blocked by items which are too big
(e.g. cake slices).

The cutlery tray insert is removable.

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Spoon heads should be placed in con
tact with at least one of the serrated re­tainers on the base of the cutlery tray to
ensure that water runs off them freely.

If spoon handles do not fit between the
holders then lay them the other way
round making sure that the head of the
spoon is in contact with the support on
the bottom of the tray.

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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 dish
washer.

Craft items, antiques, valuable vases

–

and decorative glassware are also
not suitable for dishwashers.

Plastic items which are not heat re

–

sistant. The high temperatures in the
dishwasher may cause them to melt
or lose shape.

– Copper, brass, tin and aluminium

items may discolour or become matt.

– Colours painted over a glaze may

fade after a number of washes.

– Clouding may occur on glasses after

frequent washing. Do not wash
glassware containing lead crystal in
a dishwasher.

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-

Please note

Silverware
silver polish
ted at the end of a programme, where
water has not run off smoothly. It may
need rubbing dry with a soft cloth. Sil
ver treated in a silver immersion dip is
usually dry at the end of a programme
but may discolour.

Silver which has been in contact with
foods containing sulphur can discolour.
These include egg yolk, onions, mayon
naise, mustard, pulses, fish, fish brine
and marinades.

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grease filter) must not be cleaned
with caustic alkaline commercial or
industrial cleaning agents. These
may damage material, or in extreme
cases, cause severe chemical reac­tion. See section "Adding detergent"
for information on suitable deter­gents.

previously cleaned with a

may still be damp or spot

-

Aluminium components (e.g. a

-

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We recommend:
–

When purchasing new crockery and
cutlery, make sure they are dish
washer-proof.

–

There are no standard guidelines for
washing glassware. When in doubt,
wash glassware by hand.

–

If delicate glassware is washed in the
dishwasher ensure that only very low
temperatures are used (see
programme chart). This will reduce
the risk of clouding.

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Operation

Detergent

Only use detergents formulated

,

for domestic dishwashers. Do not
use washing up liquid.

You can use conventional powder de

^

tergent, tablets or liquid dishwasher
detergent.
Refer to the dosing instructions given
by the manufacturer on the packag
ing.

Put powder or liquid detergent into

^

the dispenser compartment.

^ Detergent tablets should only be put

into compartment II if this is recom­mended by the manufacturer.
If the manufacturer recommends
placing tablets in the cutlery basket
do not do so. Instead place them on
the inside of the door or directly into
the wash cabinet to help them dis­solve properly.

Detergent manufacturers give the re
quired amount of detergent for a partic
ular programme on their packaging.

Use at least 30 ml of detergent for a

^

full load in the following programmes:

- Sensor wash

-

- Economy,

- Normal,

- Universal plus,

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- Intensive.
If the manufacturer recommends a
larger amount of detergent, use the
amount recommended.

Failure to dispense the recom­mended amount of detergent may
impair cleaning results.

If you are using 2 in 1 or 3 in 1 com­bination tablets, please continue to
replenish the salt and rinse aid res­ervoirs as described in this booklet.
Otherwise the cleaning and drying
performance of the machine may
deteriorate over time.

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Operation

Adding detergent

Avoid inhalation of powder de

,

tergents and do not ingest dish
washer detergent! Dishwasher de
tergents contain irritant or corrosive
ingredients. They can cause burning
in the nose, mouth and throat if swal
lowed, or inhibit breathing. Consult a
doctor immediately if detergent has
been swallowed or inhaled.
Keep detergent and other house
hold agents out of the reach of chil
dren at all times. Keep children
away from the dishwasher when the
door is open. There could still be de­tergent residues in the cabinet. To
avoid the danger of children coming
into contact with the dishwasher de­tergent only add detergent just be­fore starting the programme and
close the door, activating the child
safety lock.

It is essential to follow the instruc
tions given in the programme chart
at the end of the operating instruc
tions.

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-

-

-

-

-

-

-

Press the opening catch on the de

^

tergent dispenser. The flap will spring
open.

The flap is always open at the end of a
programme.

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For information

Compartment I holds max. 20 ml,
Compartment II holds max. 70 ml.

There are markings in compartment II
to assist with dispensing.The marks in
dicate a level of approx. 20, 25, 30 ml
when the door is open in a horizontal
position.

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^

Add the required amount of deter
gent and close the flap.

^

Ensure that the detergent package is

-

properly sealed after use. Otherwise
the detergent can lose its effective
ness.

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Operation

Programme selection

Choose your programme according to
the type of load and how dirty it is.

In most cases this will be the Sensor
wash or the Sensor wash gentle o
programme.

The Sensor wash programme is ideally
suited to everyday mixed loads with
varying degrees of soiling.
The Sensor wash gentle o programme
should be used for lightly soiled
heat-sensitive crockery and for glass
ware.

In these programmes sensors monitor
the soiling levels from the crockery and
adjust the programme sequence ac­cordingly. Water and energy consump­tion, temperatures and programme du­rations can therefore vary.

The green Glass care indicator light will
come on if the programme selected is
suitable for glassware.
These include the Sensor wash gentle
o, Short 45 °, Economy, Normal 50 °,
Universal plus 55 °, Pre-wash and En
ergy save programmes.

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"Energy Save” programme

A hot water intake (temperature of the
incoming water) of at least 45 °C and
max. 60 °C is necessary for this
programme.

Use this programme for lightly

^

normally

Water is not heated up for the wash
programme.
Approx. 0.10 kWh of electricity only is
used during this cycle.

Because the water is not heated, drying
results may not match those of other
programmes.

The higher the temperature of the in­take water, the better the cleaning and
drying results.

Open the dishwasher door at the end of
the programme to speed up the drying
process.

soiled dishes.

to

Additional programmes are also avail
able.

They are all described in the
programme chart at the end of this
booklet, together with information on
when to use them and their consump
tion data.

The additional function “Top Solo” can
be selected with each programme. See
"Additional functions/Top Solo" for more
details.

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Operation

Switching on

Make sure the spray arms are not ob

^

structed.

^ Close the door.
^ Open the stopcock, if it is closed.
^ Press the "On/Off" button (15).

All the programme button indicator
lights (16) will light up and the
“Start/Stop” indicator light will flash.

Start the programme

^

To help you choose the right
programme, please read the
programme chart at the end of these
operating instructions.

^

Press button (16) for the programme
you want.

All indicator lights next to the
programme buttons, except the one for
the programme selected, go out.
The "Start/Stop" indicator light will start
flashing.

The running time of the programme se
lected appears in the time display (18)

-

in hours and minutes.
The “Time Left” indicator light comes
on.

Note:

The additonal functions "Delay start" or
"Top Solo" can now be selected if
wished (see "Additional functions ").

^ Press the “Start/Stop” button (21).
The “Start/Stop” indicator light will

come on. The programme cycle be­gins.

Do not finish a programme prema
turely. Important programme stages
(e.g. reactivating the water softener)
could be omitted.

Glass care indicator light (14)

The green Glass care indicator light will
come on when you select a programme
that is suitable for glassware.

It will stay on for the duration of the
programme and go out at the end of
the programme.

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Operation

Programme sequence
indicator lights (14)

After a programme has been started
the current stage of the programme is
indicated by the programme sequence
indicator lights.

Time display (18)

The running time of the programme se
lected shows in hours and minutes in
the time display before a programme is
started. During a programme the time
left until the end of the programme is
displayed. The “Time left” indicator light
next to the time display lights up.

The time displayed in the time display
may vary with the same programme.
This is partly because of the water inlet
temperature at each intake and partly
because of the amount and soiling level
of the crockery.

When the dishwasher is first switched
on the display shows an average time
value for a cold water intake.

Values shown in the programme chart
refer to standard test loads and temper
atures.

Each time a programme is run the elec
tronic unit takes into account the new
conditions and calculates the time re
quired. This new figure is then dis
played when this programme is next
selected.

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-

At the end of a programme

A programme has finished when a 0
shows in the time display (18).
The indicator lights for the programme
just run and for any additional functions
selected for it will continue to light up.
These will go out when the dishwasher
door is opened.

The dishwasher can now be opened

-

and unloaded (see “Unloading the
dishwasher”).

For safety’s sake it is advisable to al

^

ways switch the dishwasher off if you
do not wish to start another
programme immediately.

Switching off

At the end of a programme:
^ Press the "On/Off" button (15).

The dishwasher continues to use
electricity until switched off using the
“On/Off” button.

If the dishwasher is not to be used for a
longer period of time, e. g. whilst on

­holiday, the stopcock should be turned

off.

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Operation

Interrupting a programme

A programme is interrupted as soon as
the door is opened.
If the door is closed again, the
programme will continue from the point
it was at before the door was opened.

Water in the dishwasher may be

,

hot. Danger of scalding! If you have
to open the door do so very care
fully.
Before closing the door again, leave
it ajar for approx. 20 secs. This will
enable the temperature in the wash
cabinet to settle. Close the door
firmly making sure that it clicks into
place.

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Changing a programme

Important:
If the detergent dispenser flap has
already opened, do not change the
programme.

If the selected programme is already
running, or if the selected delay start
period has started counting down:

Press the “Start/Stop” button (21) for

^

at least one second.

All the programme button indicator
lights will light up and the “Start/Stop”
indicator light will flash.

Press button (16) for the programme

^

you want.
Select additional function “Delay

^

Start” or “Top Solo” again if wished

(see “Additional functions”).
^ Press the “Start/Stop” button (21).
The “Start/Stop” indicator light will

come on. The programme cycle be­gins.

If you have not yet started the selected
programme by pressing the
“Start/Stop” button:

^

Press button (16) for the programme
you want.

^

Select additional function “Delay
Start” or “Top Solo” again if wished
(see “Additional functions”).

^

Press the “Start/Stop” button (21).

The “Start/Stop” indicator light will
come on. The programme cycle be
gins.

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Additional functions

"Top Solo" (20)

Operation

The “Top Solo” additional function is
recommended when there is only a
small amount of crockery and cutlery to
clean. With this function the majority of
the water is directed to the top and
middle spray arms in the dishwasher.
This means that the water jets are
aimed at items in the upper basket and
the cutlery tray if the dishwasher has
one.

As the middle spray arm also directs
water downwards, lightly soiled plates
or platters can be placed in the bottom
basket, and cutlery may be placed in
the cutlery basket if there are large
spaces between items. Do not place
dishes, bowls or other hollow contain
ers in the bottom basket.

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Because smaller amounts of crockery
are being washed the amount of deter­gent recommended by the manufac­turer can be reduced to approx. 2/3 of
the total amount for the full load.
Make sure, however, when reducing the
amount dispensed that the cleaning re­sult is not affected.

Using "Top Solo" will also save water
and energy.
For example, if using this function with
the “Economy” programme only 11

litres of water and approx. 0.75 kWh of

electricity are used.
The "Top Solo" function can be selected

with all programmes.

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Operation

Switch the dishwasher on using the

^

“On/Off” button (15).

All the programme button indicator
lights will light up and the “Start/Stop”
indicator light will flash.

Press button (16) for the programme

^

you want.

The indicator light next to the selected
programme will come on and the
"Start/Stop" indicator light will flash.

The running time of the programme se
lected appears in the time display (18)
in hours and minutes, and the “Time
left” indicator light comes on.

^ Press the "Top Solo" button (20).
The "Top Solo" indicator light (20) will

come on.
The running time of the selected

programme will change in the time dis­play (18). The electronic unit is taking
the additional function "Top Solo" into
account.

The “Delay Start” function can now be
selected (see next page).

^

Press the “Start/Stop” button (21).

The programme cycle begins. The
"Start/Stop" indicator light comes on
and the "Pre-wash" or "Main wash" (14)
and "Top Solo" (20) indicator lights will
come on.

The additional function is deleted from
memory at the end of the programme
cycle.

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36

Delay start (19)

The starting time of a programme can
be delayed, e.g. to benefit from econ
omy rates of electricity. A delay start
time of between 30 minutes and 24
hours can be selected.

With a delay start time of between 30
minutes and 9 hours 30 minutes the de­lay is set in 30 minute stages. For 10
hours or more it is set in one hour
stages.

^ Switch the dishwasher on using the

“On/Off” button (15).

^

All the programme button indicator
lights will light up and the “Start/Stop”
indicator light will flash.

^

Press button (16) for the programme
you want.

The indicator light next to the
programme selected will light up and
the "Start/Stop" indicator light will start
flashing.

The running time of the programme se
lected appears in the time display (18)
in hours and minutes, and the “Time
left” indicator light comes on.

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Operation

Press button & or $ (19).

^

The last delay start time used will show
in the time display (18). The "Time left"
indicator light will go out, the "Delay
start" indicator light will come on and
the "Start/Stop" indicator light will start
flashing.

^ Press the& or $ button (19), to

lengthen or shorten the delay start

time.
The “Top Solo” function can now be se-

lected (see previous page).

^

Press the “Start/Stop” button (21).
The “Start/Stop” indicator light will

come on.
The time starts counting down until the

programme start time. The delay time
counts down in 1 hour steps until the
delay start period has elapsed for delay
start periods of over 10 hours, and in
minutes for delay start periods of under
10 hours.

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Operation

At the end of the delay period the se
lected programme begins automati
cally. The time left for a programme to
run then shows in the display, the “De
lay Start” indicator light goes out and
the “Time left” indicator light comes on.

How the delay start time is shown in
the time display:

up to 59 minutes: example - 30 minutes
= 30

between 1 hour and 9 hours 30 min
utes:
e.g. 5 hours = 5.00

10 hours and over: example - 5 hours =

15^

To prevent children coming into

,

contact with dishwasher detergent
do not fill the detergent dispenser
until just before starting the
programme, i.e. before pressing the
“Start/Stop” button, and activate the
child safety lock.

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-

-

-

Starting a programme before the de
lay start period has elapsed

A programme can be started before the
delay start period has elapsed. Pro
ceed as follows:

Press the “Start/Stop” button (21) for

^

at least one second.
All the programme button indicator

lights will light up and the “Start/Stop”
indicator light will flash.

Press button (16) for the programme

^

you want.
^ Select additional function “Top Solo”

again if required.
^ Press the “Start/Stop” button (21).
The “Start/Stop” indicator light will

come on. The programme cycle be­gins.

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-

When using the “Delay Start” func
tion, make sure that the compart
ment is dry before adding detergent.
Wipe dry with a cloth if necessary.
Do not use liquid detergent when
selecting “Delay Start” as it may run
out of the dispenser before the
programme starts.

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Drying fan running time

During the drying phase, as long as the
door of the dishwasher remains closed,
moist air is expelled through the ventila
tion outlet for the drying fan. The drying
fan running time can be increased to
avoid the risk of damage to a worktop
fitted above the dishwasher. If this op
tion is selected, the fan will continue to
run for approx. 14 minutes after the end
of a programme.

Activating and deactivating in
creased drying fan running time:

^ Switch the dishwasher off using the

"On/Off" button.

^ Press & and "Start/Stop" buttons in

and whilst doing so switch the dish­washer on using the “On/Off” button.
Then release these buttons.

-

-

Operation

Press the button for the "Energy save"

^

programme.
The following values will show in the

display:

­90: the fan running time is not in

–

creased,
91: the fan running time is increased

–

Press the "Top Solo" button to change

^

the setting.

The value in the display will change ac
cordingly.

Press the "Start/Stop" button.

^

SP for save will appear in the time dis­play.

^ Press the "Start/Stop" button again.
The fan running time change is now

stored in memory.

-

-

A p and two digits will appear in the
time display.
The "Salt" indicator light will flash and
the indicator lights will come on for the
"Normal 50°" and "Energy save"
programmes.

If this is not the case the process must
be repeated.

All the programme button indicator
lights will light up and the "Start/Stop"
indicator light will flash.

^

Switch the dishwasher off using the
"On/Off" button.

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Operation

Unloading the dishwasher

Dishes tend to break and chip more

^

easily when they are hot.
Allow the dishes to cool until they are
comfortable enough to handle before
unloading them.

If you open the door fully after switch

^

ing off, the dishes will cool much
faster.

First unload the lower basket, then

^

the upper basket and cutlery tray.
This will prevent water drops from the
upper basket and cutlery tray from
falling onto the dishes in the lower
basket.

-

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Check your dishwasher regularly
(approx. every 4 - 6 months). This
way faults and problems can be
avoided.

Cleaning the filters in the wash
cabinet

The filter combination in the base of the
wash cabinet retains coarse soil from
the suds solution, preventing it access
ing the circulation system and re-enter
ing the cabinet through the spray arms.

The dishwasher must not be

,

used without all the filters in place.

Collection of coarse soil may cause the
filters to clog. The level of soiling and
time it takes before the filters need
cleaning will vary depending on house­hold.

Cleaning and care

-

-

Turn the handle anti-clockwise to re

^

lease the filter combination.

-

^ Before cleaning the filters, switch the

dishwasher off.

^

Lift the filter combination out of the
dishwasher. Remove any coarse par
ticles and rinse the filter under run
ning water. Use a nylon brush if nec
essary.

-

-

-

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Cleaning and care

To clean the underside of the filter, the
flap must be opened:

^ Pull back the yellow clip to do this.
^ Rinse all parts under running water,

using a nylon brush if necessary.

^ Then close the flap so that the clip

engages. Important: After cleaning
make sure that the clip has properly
engaged.

Replace the filter combination so that

^

it lies flat in the base of the wash cab­inet.

^ Secure the filter by turning the handle

in a clockwise direction.

,

Take care when you are fitting
the filter combination that it is se­cured in position correctly. Other­wise coarse soil could get into the
circulation system and cause a
blockage.

"Check Filter" indicator light

The "Check Filter" indicator light comes
on after every 40 programme cycles. It
serves as a reminder to check the filters
in the wash cabinet.

Check the filter combination whenever
the "Check Filter" indicator light comes
on, and clean if necessary.

The "Check Filter" indicator light will
also go out when the dishwasher is
switched off.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the spray arms

Particles of food can get stuck in the
spray arm jets and bearings. The spray
arms should therefore be inspected
and cleaned regularly (approx. every
4 - 6 months).

Switch the dishwasher off before

^

hand.

Remove the spray arms as follows:

Take out the cutlery tray.

^

Press the top

^

engage the inner ratchet. Then un
screw the spray arm.

spray arm upwards to

-

-

Remove the lower basket.

^

^ Pull the lower

wards to remove it.

spray arm firmly up-

^

Lift up the middle
gage the ratchet. Then unscrew the
spray arm b.

spray arm a to en

-

^

Use a pointed object to push food
particles into the spray arm jets.

^

Rinse thoroughly under running wa
ter.

^

Replace the spray arms and check
that they rotate freely.

-

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the wash cabinet

The wash cabinet is largely self-clean
ing, provided that the correct amount of
detergent is always used.

If, however, there are limescale or
grease deposits in the cabinet these
can be removed with a proprietary
dishwasher cleaner.

-

Cleaning the door and the door
seal

Wipe the door seals regularly with a

^

damp cloth to remove food deposits.

^ When the dishwasher is being loaded

food and drink residue may drip onto
the sides of the dishwasher door.
These surfaces are outside the wash
cabinet and are not accessed by wa­ter from the spray arms. Any soiling
should be wiped off these surfaces
before the door is closed.

Cleaning the control panel and
door front panel

Plastic panels:

This type of panel should only be

^

wiped with a damp cloth or suitable
cleaning agent designed for use on
plastic.

Do not use abrasive cleaning

,

agents, glass cleaning agents or
all-purpose cleaners. Because of
their chemical composition they
could cause serious damage to
plastic surfaces.

Stainless steel panels:
^ Clean using a damp cloth and a little

washing-up liquid or with a propri­etary non-abrasive cleaning agent
designed specifically for use on
stainless steel. To help prevent
re-soiling (finger prints etc.), a propri­etary conditioning agent for stainless
steel can also be used. Apply spar­ingly with an even pressure following
the direction of the grain.

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Aluminium panels:
Aluminium is affected by the way that
light falls on it, by the surrounding envi
ronment and by the angle you observe
it from.
Aluminium is susceptible to scratching
and abrasion and must be treated with
due care.

^

Soiling should be removed as soon
as possible using a damp cloth and a
little washing-up liquid.

-

Stainless steel and aluminium

,

surfaces and controls may suffer
discolouration or damage if soiling is
left on them for too long. Soiling
should therefore be removed as
soon as possible, taking care not to
scratch or damage the surface ma
terial.

Wood door front panels:

Door fronts made from wood should

^

only be cleaned using a damp cham
ois leather and then dried with a soft
cloth.

Do not use any cleaning agents

,

containing ammonia or thinners.
These would damage the surface
structure.

E-Cloth:

A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from
the Miele UK Spare Parts Department,
Part number 98013530, which is suit­able for cleaning surfaces such as
stainless steel, glass, plastic and
chrome without the use of chemicals.

-

Cleaning and care

-

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Problem solving guide

With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be easily corrected with
out calling in a Miele service technician, saving you both time and money.

You should, however, note the following:

Repairs should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and trained per

,

son in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorised or
incorrect repairs could cause personal injury or damage the appliance.

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The machine does not
start.

The dishwasher stops
during a programme.

The "Spray arm" indica­tor light is flashing.

The door is not properly
closed.

The appliance is not
plugged in.

The fuse is defective or
has tripped.

The fuse is defective or
has tripped.

Tall items are blocking the
path of the middle spray
arm.

The middle spray arm jets
are blocked.

Close the door firmly.

Insert the plug.

Replace the fuse
(see data plate for
minimum fuse rating).

Replace the fuse
(see data plate for
minimum fuse rating).

Interrupt the programme,
rearrange items which are
obstructing the spray arm.

Before rectifying the prob
lem you must:

–

Switch the dishwasher
off using the "On/Off"
button.

then:

–

Clean the spray arm

-

-

-

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The indicator light
"Water inlet" lights up
and flashes alternately.

The indicator light
"Water inlet" lights up
during the "Energy
save" programme.

The stopcock is closed. Open the stopcock fully.
The water inlet filter is

blocked.

The Waterproof system has
reacted.

The intake water has not
reached the required tem­perature of 45 °C, the hot
water system may be over­loaded (see "Programme
selection").

Before rectifying the prob
lem you must:

Press the "Start/Stop"

–

button for at least one
second.

All the programme button
indicator lights will light up.

Switch the dishwasher

–

off using the "On/Off"

button.
then:
– Clean the water inlet fil-

ter, see "Solving prob-

lems".
Call the Miele Service De-

partment.
– Start the programme

again.
– If the indicator light co-

mes on again select a

different programme.

-

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The indicator light "Wa
ter inlet" is flashing and
the programme does not
continue.

-

The stopcock is closed. Open the stopcock fully.
The water inlet filter is

blocked.

The water pressure at the
intake is lower than

0.3 bar.

Before rectifying the prob
lem you must:

Press the "Start/Stop"

–

button for at least one
second.

All the programme button
indicator lights will light
up.

Start the programme

–

again.

Before rectifying the prob
lem you must:

– Press the "Start/Stop"

button for at least one
second.

All the programme button
indicator lights will light
up.

– Switch the dishwasher

off using the "On/Off"
button.

then:

–

Clean the water inlet fil
ter, see "Solving prob
lems".

Seek professional advice.

-

-

-

-

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The "Drain" indicator
light is flashing and the
programme has
stopped.

The filter combination in
the wash cabinet is
clogged.

The drain pump or non-re­turn valve may be
blocked.

The drain hose is kinked. Remove any kink in the

Before rectifying the prob
lem you must:

Press the "Start/Stop"

–

button for at least one
second.

All the programme button
indicator lights will light
up.

Switch the dishwasher

–

off using the "On/Off"
button.

Clean the filter combina
tion, see "Cleaning and
Care".

Clean the drain pump and
the non-return valve, see
"Cleaning the drain pump
and non-return valve".

drain hose.

-

-

49

Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

Three horizontal bars

- - - show in the time dis
play at the end of the
programme.

There may be a technical
fault.

-

Press the "Start/Stop"

–

button for at least one
second.

All the programme button
indicator lights will light
up.

Switch the dishwasher

–

off using the "On/Off"
button.

After a few seconds:

Switch the dishwasher

–

on using the "On/Off"
button.

– Start the programme

again.

– Press the "Start/Stop"

button to start the
programme.

If the three horizontal bars
appear again at the end
of the programme, there is
a technical fault.

–

Call the Miele Service
Department.

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

Knocking noise in the
wash cabinet.

Rattling noise. Items of crockery are in

Knocking noise in the
water pipes.

The spray arm is knocking
against an item in the bas
ket.

­secure in the wash cabi
net.

This may be caused by
the on-site installation or
the cross-section of the
piping.

-

Interrupt the programme,
rearrange items which are

­obstructing the spray arm.

Interrupt the programme,
rearrange the items of
crockery.

This has no influence on
dishwasher function. If in
doubt contact a suitably
qualified plumber.

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The dishes are not
clean.

The dishes were not
loaded correctly. Dishes
were placed inside other
pieces, water could not
access all surfaces.

The outlet of the water in
take pipe for the middle
spray arm was covered.
An insufficient amount of
water flowed into the mid
dle spray arm.

The programme was not
powerful enough.

Not enough detergent
was dispensed.

Tall items are blocking the
path of the spray arms.

The spray arm jets are
blocked.

The filter combination in
the base of the wash cabi
net is not clean or is not
correctly fitted.

The non-return valve is
open and blocked. Dirty
water has flowed back
into the wash cabinet.

See notes in "Loading the
dishwasher".

Make sure that dishes

­placed in the rear section
of the upper basket do not
cover the opening.

-

Select a more intensive
programme, see
"Programme chart" at the
end of these operating in­structions.

Use more detergent, see
"Operating the dish­washer".

Rearrange the items so
that the spray arms can
rotate freely.

Clean the spray arm jets,
see "Cleaning and Care".

Clean and/or replace the

-

filter combination cor
rectly, see "Cleaning and
Care".

Clean the drain pump and
the non-return valve, see
"Cleaning the drain pump
and non-return valve".

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52

Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

Dishes, cutlery and
glasses are not dry or
are flecked.

White residue is visible
on cutlery and crockery,
clouding occurs on
glassware; film can be
wiped off.

Smearing appears on
glassware and cutlery,
there is a bluish sheen
on the surface of glass
ware; film can be wiped
off.

The rinse aid amount may
be insufficient or the rinse
aid reservoir empty.

Crockery was taken out of
the cabinet too soon.

Not enough rinse aid was
used.

There is no salt in the salt
reservoir.

The salt reservoir cap has
not been screwed on cor­rectly.

Combination dishwasher
detergent tablets contain­ing rinse aid and/or salt
may have been used.
These are unsuitable as
long term use can impair
the softener unit.

There is a fault with the
automatic water softening
system.

The rinse aid dosage is
set too high.

-

Increase the dosage or
replenish the reservoir,
see "Before using for the
first time".

Leave it in for longer, see
"Operating the dish
washer".

Increase the dosage, see
"Before using for the first
time".

Add dishwasher reactiva
tion salt, see "Before using
for the first time".

Replace it making sure it
screws back on correctly.

Use a standard liquid,
tablet or powder deter­gent.

Call the Miele Service De
partment.

Reduce the dosage, see
"Before using for the first
time".

-

-

-

53

Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

Glassware is dull and
discoloured; film can
not be wiped off.

Tea or lipstick stains
have not been com
pletely removed.

Plastic items are dis
coloured.

There are rust stains
on cutlery.

Glassware is not
dishwasherproof. The sur

-

faces are affected.
The wash temperature of

the selected programme

-

was too low.
The bleaching effect of the

detergent used is too low.
Natural dyes e.g. from car

-

rots, tomatoes or ketchup
may be the cause. The
amount of detergent used
or its bleaching effect was
not sufficient to deal with
natural dyes.

The salt reservoir cap has
not been screwed on cor­rectly.

The affected items are not
corrosion resistant.

The "Pre-wash" programme
was not run after dish
washer salt was added.
Traces of salt have got into
the wash cycle.

There is no remedy.

Purchase glassware which

­is dishwasher-proof.

Select a programme with a
higher wash temperature.

Use a different type of de
tergent.

Use more detergent, see

­"Operating the dish
washer". Discolouration is
irreversible.

Replace it making sure it
screws back on correctly.

There is no remedy.
Purchase cutlery which is
dishwasher-proof.

Always run the "Pre-wash"

-

programme after adding
dishwasher salt.

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-

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

Detergent residue is left
in the dispenser at the
end of a programme.

The detergent lid cannot
be closed properly.

Water remains in the
wash cabinet at the end
of a programme.

The dispenser was still
damp when detergent
was added.

Clogged detergent resi
due is blocking the catch.

The filter combination in
the wash cabinet is
clogged.

The drain pump or non-re­turn valve may be
blocked.

The drain hose is kinked. Remove any kink in the

Make sure the dispenser
is dry before adding de
tergent.

Remove the residue.

-

Before rectifying the prob
lem you must:

Press the "Start/Stop"

–

button for at least one
second.

Switch the dishwasher

–

off using the "On/Off"
button.

Clean the filter combina­tion, see "Cleaning and
Care".

Clean the drain pump,
see "Cleaning the drain
pump and non-return
valve".

drain hose.

-

-

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Solving problems

Cleaning the water inlet filter

A filter is incorporated in the screw con
nection of the valve on the water inlet
hose. The filter must be cleaned when
dirty, otherwise insufficient water flows
into the wash cabinet.

The plastic housing of the water

,

connection contains an electrical
component. It must not be dipped in
water.

Recommendation

If the mains water contains a large
number of insoluble substances, we
recommend fitting a large-area filter in
the connection between the stopcock
and the water inlet hose threaded un­ion. This filter is available from the Miele
Spares Dept.

Cleaning the filter:

^ Disconnect the dishwasher from the

mains supply (switch off at the mains
socket, pull out the plug , switch off
the appropriate circuit at the fuse box
or withdraw the mains fuse).

^

Turn off the stopcock.

^

Unscrew the inlet hose.

-

Carefully remove the rubber seal.

^
^ Withdraw the filter using pointed pli-

ers and rinse clean under running
water.

^ Replace the filter and seal, making

sure they are sitting correctly.

^ Reconnect the inlet hose to the stop-

cock, making sure it goes on cor­rectly and is not cross-threaded.

^

Turn on the stopcock gradually to test
for leaks. If there is a leak, the inlet
hose might not be on securely, or it
may have been screwed on at an an
gle. Unscrew and reconnect the wa
ter inlet valve correctly.

-

-

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Cleaning the drain pump and
non-return valve

If the water has not been pumped away
at the end of a programme the drain
pump or the non-return valve might be
blocked. They are, however, easy to
clean. Watch out for glass or bone
splinters which could cause injury.

Take the filter combination out of the

^

wash cabinet (see "Cleaning and
care", "Cleaning the filters in the wash
cabinet").

Scoop the water out of the cabinet

^

using a suitable container.

Solving problems

Raise the locking clamp for the

^

non-return valve.

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Solving problems

Lift up the non-return valve and rinse

^

well under running water.

^ Remove all foreign objects from the

non-return valve.

The drain pump is situated under the
non-return valve (see arrow).

^ Remove all foreign objects from the

drain pump (watch out for glass or
bone splinters which are particularly
difficult to detect and could cause in­jury). Turn the drain pump impeller by
hand to check that there are no more
obstructions.

^ Carefully replace the non-return valve

and secure it with the locking clamp.

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After sales service

Should you still have any difficulties,
please contact:

Your Miele Dealer

–
or

The Miele Service Department (see

–

back cover for address).

Please quote the model type and

^

number of your appliance.

This information is given on the data
plate at the top of the door.

Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded to im­prove our service.

Programme update function - PC

The programme update function (PC =
Programme correction) is designed to
enable a service technician to update
your machine’s electronics in keeping
with advances in technology.

The indicator or check light marked
"Salt PC" is used as the interface for this
programming.

Information regarding programme up­dates will be made known by the Miele
Company as and when such develop
ments become available.

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59

Optional accessories

To make the most of your dishwasher

If you would like … you will need to order …

... to wash bottles,
e. g. milk or baby bottles

... to wash a lot of glasses ... a glassware insert for the bottom

... to wash long-stemmed glassware ... a glassware insert for the upper

... to wash large plates ... an insert for plates up to 32 cm

... to wash additional items of cutlery ... a small cutlery basket for the lower

... a bottle holder

basket

basket

diameter

basket

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Comparison tests

Model G 6XX (For model number see data plate)
Test standard: EN 50242 / IEC 704
Standard programme Economy

for comparison tests
(energy label):

Note: The Universal Plus 55 ° programme for normal

soiling has increased wash and drying
results with shorter running times and
increased energy requirements.

Amount washed: 12 place settings
Amount of detergent: 30g only
Rinse aid dispensing: Setting 3 (approx. 3 ml)
Noise measurements: Before starting a programme to measure noise,

the dishwasher door must first be opened completely,
and then closed.
Doing this will automatically close the ventilation outlet
for the Turbothermic process.

Upper basket

in compartment II.

Lower basket

61

Comparison tests

Cutlery tray

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Comparison tests

Model G 8XX (For model number see data plate)
Test standard: EN 50242 / IEC 704
Standard programme Economy

for comparison tests
(energy label):

Note: The Universal Plus 55 ° programme for normal

soiling has increased wash and drying
results with shorter running times and
increased energy requirements.

Amount washed: 14 place settings
Amount of detergent: 30g only
Rinse aid dispensing: Setting 3 (approx. 3 ml)
Noise measurements: Before starting a programme to measure noise,

the dishwasher door must first be opened completely,
and then closed.
Doing this will automatically close the ventilation outlet
for the Turbothermic process.

Upper basket

in compartment II.

Lower basket

63

Comparison tests

Cutlery tray

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Comparison tests

Model G 6XX (For model number see data plate)
Test standard: EN 50242 / IEC 704
Standard programme Economy with additional function "Top Solo"

for comparison tests
(energy label):

Note: The Universal Plus 55 ° programme with

additional function "Top Solo" for normal
soiling has increased wash and drying
results with shorter running times and
increased energy requirements.

Amount washed: 6 place settings
Amount of detergent: 20 g only
Rinse aid dispensing: Setting 3 (approx. 3 ml)
Noise measurements: Before starting a programme to measure noise,

the dishwasher door must first be opened completely,
and then closed.
Doing this will automatically close the ventilation outlet
for the Turbothermic process.

Upper basket

Cutlery tray

Insert cutlery at double spacing in the
cutlery tray.

in compartment II.

Lower basket

Model types G 8XX

(For model type see data plate)

Load: as for G 6XX
Half load: 7 place settings

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Programme chart

Model G 6XX

Programme When to use Detergent

Compartment

(Wash cycle)

II

Sensor wash

Sensor wash
gentle o

Short 45 ° Quick programme for lightly soiled crockery e.g. party crockery 50 %

Economy

Normal 50 ° with a shorter wash time

Universal
Plus 55 °

Universal
Plus 65 °

Intensive 75 ° for normally soiled pots, pans, dishes etc with dried on soiling;

Pre-wash for rinsing crockery to avoid smells, if a complete cycle is not yet

Energy save for lightly to normally soiled crockery.

1) Standard programme for energy labelling.

2) The consumption data and programme duration figures quoted may vary during the
Sensor wash programmes depending on the soiling level of the load being washed.

3) See "Switching on and off" (Time left display)

2)

Sensor controlled programme
for normally soiled crockery

2)

1)

Sensor controlled gentle programme for lightly soiled and tem
perature sensitive crockery and glassware

for normal everyday loads,
energy saving programme which uses a low temperature and long
programme duration

for lightly to normally soiled crockery

where soiling has not dried on

with a longer wash time for normally soiled crockery
with dried on soiling

for heavily soiled crockery with dried on soiling containing

starch.

for very heavy soiling, add 20% more detergent to compartment I

needed.
This programme should also be used for flushing out salt residues
after replenishing the salt reservoir.

This programme should only be selected if the dishwasher is con
nected to a hot water supply - see "Programme selection"

-

100 %

50 %

100 %

100 %

100 %

100 %

100 %

100 %

-

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Programme sequence Consumption Duration

Pre-

wash

12

if

requiredX50 °-60 °ifrequiredX65 °

if

requiredX42 °-52 °ifrequiredX55 °

Main

wash

X

45 °

X

45 °

Interim

rinse

12

XX

XX

Final
rinse

55 °

55 °

Programme chart

-

3)

connec

(55 °C)

Energy kWh Water h:min

Litres Cold

-

Hot

water

con

nection

(55 °C)

water

-

connec

tion

(15 °C)

Drying Cold

water

con

nection

(15 °C)

X 1.2-1.5 0.6-0.8 13-22 1:17-1:41 0:56-1:03

X 0.9-1.1 0.5-0.6 13-22 1:06-1:16 0:48-0:58

0.9 0.5 13 0:33 0:18

X 1.05 0.6 13 2:48 2:33

Hot

water

-

tion

X

50 °

XX

55 °

XX

65 °

X

75 °

X 0.06 0.06 5 0:11 0:11

X X X X X X - 0.1 22 - 1:05

When washing a full load in the Sensor wash Programme, the Economy Programme, the Normal
Programme, the Universal Plus Programme, and the Intensive Programme at least 30 ml of detergent
are required. If the detergent manufacturer recommends using more than this you should dispense the
amount they suggest.
For the Intensive Programme add an additional 5-7 ml to compartment I.

For the additional function "Top Solo" add detergent according to the soiling level of the crockery to
compartment II only (approx. 2/3 of the total amount required for a full load).

Values quoted are in accordance with EN 50242. Results in the home may differ.

XX

65 °

XX

65 °

XX

65 °

XX

75 °

X 1.2 0.6 13 1:05 0:58

X 1.25 0.7 17 1:52 1:39

X 1.5 0.7 17 1:58 1:43

X 1.7 1.2 13 2:24 2:02

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Programme chart

Model G 8XX

Programme When to use Detergent

Compart

ment

II

(Wash cycle)

Sensor wash

Sensor wash
gentle o

Short 45 ° Quick programme for lightly soiled crockery e.g. party crockery 50 %

Economy

Normal 50 ° with a shorter wash time

Universal
Plus 55 °

Universal
Plus 65 °

Intensive 75 ° for normally soiled pots, pans, dishes etc with dried on soiling;

Pre-wash for rinsing crockery to avoid smells, if a complete cycle is not yet

Energy save for lightly to normally soiled crockery.

1) Standard programme for energy labelling.

2) The consumption data and programme duration figures quoted may vary during the Sensor wash
programmes depending on the soiling level of the load being washed.

3) See "Switching on and off" (Time left display)

2)

Sensor controlled programme
for normally soiled crockery

2)

1)

Sensor controlled gentle programme for lightly soiled and tem
perature sensitive crockery and glassware

for normal everyday loads,
energy saving programme which uses a low temperature and long
programme duration

for lightly to normally soiled crockery

where soiling has not dried on

with a longer wash time for normally soiled crockery
with dried on soiling

for heavily soiled crockery with dried on soiling containing

starch.

for very heavy soiling, add 20% more detergent to compartment I

needed.
This programme should also be used for flushing out salt residues
after replenishing the salt reservoir.

This programme should only be selected if the dishwasher is con
nected to a hot water supply - see "Programme selection"

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100 %

50 %

100 %

100 %

100 %

100 %

100 %

100 %

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Programme sequence Consumption Duration

Pre-

wash

12

if

requiredX50 °-60 °ifrequiredX65 °

if

requiredX42 °-52 °ifrequiredX55 °

Main

wash

X

45 °

X

45 °

Interim

rinse

12

XX

XX

Final
rinse

55 °

55 °

Programme chart

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3)

connec

(55 °C)

Energy kWh Water h:min

Litres Cold

Drying Cold

water

con

nection

(15 °C)

X 1.2-1.5 0.6-0.8 13-22 1:17-1:41 0:56-1:03

X 0.9-1.1 0.5-0.6 13-22 1:06-1:16 0:48-0:58

X 1.08 0.7 13 2:48 2:33

Hot

water

con

-

1 0.6 13 0:33 0:18

­nection
(55 °C)

water

connec

tion

(15 °C)

Hot

water

-

tion

X

50 °

XX

55 °

XX

65 °

X

75 °

X 0.06 0.06 5 0:11 0:11

X X X X X X - 0.1 22 - 1:05

When washing a full load in the Sensor wash Programme, the Economy Programme, the Normal
Programme, the Universal Plus Programme, and the Intensive Programme at least 30 ml of detergent
are required. If the detergent manufacturer recommends using more than this you should dispense the
amount they suggest.
For the Intensive Programme add an additional 5-7 ml to compartment I.

For the additional function "Top Solo" add detergent according to the soiling level of the crockery to
compartment II only (approx. 2/3 of the total amount required for a full load).

Values quoted are in accordance with EN 50242. Results in the home may differ.

XX

65 °

XX

65 °

XX

65 °

XX

75 °

X 1.3 0.7 13 1:05 0:58

X 1.35 0.8 17 1:52 1:39

X 1.6 0.8 17 1:58 1:43

X 1.8 1.3 13 2:24 2:02

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Transport

Should you ever need to move the dish
washer, e.g. when moving house, note
the following:

Empty the dishwasher,

–

Secure any loose parts, e. g. hoses,

–

mains cable, cutlery basket, lower
basket

Transport the dishwasher in the up

–

right position.
If unavoidable, it may be transported
on its back.
Do not transport it on its side or on
the door as residual water still in the
appliance will leak out of it.
This residual water could get into the
electronic unit and cause a fault.

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