Miele M-NR 04 390 922 User Manual

Operating instructions

for dishwashers

To prevent accidents and reduce
the risk of damaging the machine,
read the Operating Manual
before installing or using
the machine. M.-Nr. 04 390 922

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Contents

Contents

Guide to the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Opening and closing the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Water softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Setting the water hardness /Filling the salt reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/14

Salt indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Adding rinse aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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

Loading examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Adjusting the upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Items not suitable for dishwashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Adding detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Choosing a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Program chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Operating the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Changing programs; interrupting a program; program sequence indication . . . 28/29

Additional features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Unloading the dishwasher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Dishwasher installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Plumbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

2

Guide to the appliance

Miele dishwashers are available in two
versions:

1. Integrated (“i”) dishwashers

“i”- dishwashers are designed for instal­lation under a continuous countertop.

The control panel with its accessories
is included with the “i”- dishwasher in a
separate package for on-site installa­tion. The front is designed to accept a
custom made panel, matching the exist­ing kitchen cabinets.

Installation directions can be found in
the Installation chapter.

2. “U” dishwashers

The built-under (“U”) dishwashers use
the integrated (“i”) dishwashers as the
basic machine.

By using a decor set (GDU) the “i”dish­washer can be converted into a “U”
model dishwasher.

Guide to the appliance

GDU installation instructions are in­cluded in a separate pamphlet sup­plied with the decor set.

3

Guide to the appliance

4

1. Upper spray arm (not visible)

2. Cutlery tray

3. Inlet funnel for middle spray arm

4. Upper basket

5. Water hardness selector

6. Middle spray arm

7. Lower spray arm

8. Four height adjustable levelling legs

9. Combination filter

10. Salt reservoir

11. Dual compartment detergent
dispenser

12. Rinse aid reservoir
(with dosage selector)

13. Data plate

14. On/Off button

Guide to the appliance

15. Door release

16. Child safety lock

17. Time display

18. Pushbutton switches

19. “Check” indicator lamps

20. Program sequence display

21. Program and temperature
selector knob

Note: Lower basket is not shown.

5

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING

When using your dish­washer, follow all basic
safety precautions.

This appliance conforms to
all uniform safety codes and
regulations. To avoid injury
and machine damage, read
the operating instructions
carefully.

The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for damage or injury
caused by improper use or for
uses other than those for which
the appliance is intended.

Repairs should only be carried out

by qualified personnel. Disconnect
the appliance from the power supply
before servicing (pull out the plug or
turn off the circuit breaker).

If not purchased specifically as a

“Freestanding” model, only install
the dishwasher under a continuous
countertop which is secured to ad­jacent cabinetry.

The dishwasher must be electri-

cally grounded. Install the dish­washer as per the included Installation
instructions.

Use only detergents and rinse aids

recommended for dishwashers.

Do not use commercial or indus-

trial grade detergents, as these
may cause adverse chemical reactions
and damage the machine. Use deter­gents made for residential dishwashers
only.

Do not use your dishwasher unless

all enclosure panels are properly in
place.

Do not allow children to play in or

on the dishwasher.

Keep all detergents and rinse aids

out of the reach of children.

Dishwasher detergents contain So-

dium Silicate and Sodium Carbo­nate. In case of eye contact, immediate­ly flush with water. Call a physician or
poison control.

Do not tamper with the

controls.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When loading items to be

washed:
– Locate pointed items so that they are
not likely to damage the door seal.
– Load knives with the cutting edge

down to reduce the risk of injuries.

Do not wash plastic items unless

they are labeled “dishwasher safe”
or the equivalent. For items not labeled,
check the manufacturer’s recommenda­tions.

Do not abuse, sit, or stand on the

door or dishracks of the dish­washer.

Remove the front door and cut off

the power cord of the dishwasher
before removing it from service or dis­carding it. This will help protect child­ren from injury and accidentally locking
themselves in.

Under certain conditions, hy-

drogen gas may be produced in a
hot water system that has not been
used for two weeks or more.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the
hot water system has not been used for
such a period, turn on all hot water
faucets and let the water flow from
each for several minutes before using
the dishwasher. This will release any ac­cumulated hydrogen gas. Do not
smoke or use an open flame during this
time.

Do not drink the water from the

wash cabinet.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

7

Caring for the environment

Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing material.

The cardboard box and packing ma­terial protects the appliance during
shipping. It has been deliberately de­signed to be biodegradable and recy­clable. Please dispose of these ma­terials as you would any other
recyclable products.

Energy saving washing.

These dishwashers are exceptionally ef­ficient in their use of water and elec­tricity. You can make the most of your
appliance by following these tips:

Make full use of the baskets without
overloading the dishwasher for the
most economical washing.

Disposal of your old machine.

Old machines contain materials which
can be recycled. Please contact your
local recycling center or scrap mer­chant about the possibility of recycling
these materials and make certain the
machine has been made child resistant
as outlined in the “Important safety in­stuctions”, before disposing of the ap­pliance.

For small loads:
Select the “Top Solo” function (see
“Additional features” chapter).

Choose a program that best suits the
degree of soiling and the type of
dishes being washed.

If baskets are only half full, use the
ECONOMY program.

Use the correct amounts of deter­gent and rinse aid.

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Before using for the first time

Before using for the first time please
note the following points:

Setting the water softener.

The water softener must be set to corre­spond to the water hardness in your
area. This can be obtained from your
local water company, or by using a test
kit that can be purchased from the
Miele Parts Department.

The salt reservoir must only be filled
with water and salt. Never fill it with
detergent.

Adding rinse aid.
Inadvertently filling the rinse aid

reservoir with liquid or powder deter­gent will damage the reservoir.

Only use detergents and rinse aids for­mulated for domestic dishwashers.

It is important to choose the correct
program.

Different wash programs should be se­lected for different loads and different
degrees of soiling. See the program
chart for further program descriptions.

Before using for the first time

Add the correct amount of detergent.

Follow the detergent manufacturer’s
recommendations on how much deter­gent to use. Not enough or too much
detergent can lead to poor wash re­sults.

Cleaning results vary from brand to
brand. If you are not satisfied with the
results from one brand, try another
quality brand before contacting the
Miele Service Department for advice.

Load the dishes correctly.

Load the dishes so that water can con­tact all surfaces. Ensure that the spray
arms are not blocked by items which
are too tall for the basket or which ex­tend through the bottom of the basket.
If necessary, manually rotate the spray
arms to test for clearance.

The combination filter in the base of
the wash cabinet and the spray arms
must be kept clean.

These should be regularly inspected
and cleaned if necessary.

See the corresponding chapters for de­tailed information on the above points.

When the dishwasher is run for the
first time, the selected program will
not start for
minutes.
During these 7 minutes, the Water
softener reactivation program is run,
and the “Softener” indicator lamp
will be on.

approximately 7

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Opening and closing the door

Opening and closing the door

To open the door.

Child safety lock.

Press the release catch inside the
door grip.

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

To close the door.

Push the baskets in.
Lift the door and push until it clicks

into position.

The child safety lock is designed to
deter children from opening the dish­washer door.

Use the key provided to turn the
child safety lock to the required set­ting.

Horizontal setting = The door is
locked.

Vertical setting = the door can
be opened.

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Water softener

The water softener must be set to corre­spond to the water hardness in your
area. This can be obtained from your
local water company, or by using a test
kit that can be purchased from the
Miele Parts Department.

To avoid the build up of calcium de­posits on dishes, cutlery, and in the
dishwasher, if the water hardness is
above 4 gr/gal, the water should be
softened.

The dishwasher is factory set for a hard­ness level of 22 gr/gal. If your water is
harder or softer, the setting will need to
be adjusted.

To ensure a steady supply of soft­ened water, the built in water sof­tener must be:

1. Correctly set.

2. Reactivated with salt when depleted.
Where the water hardness fluctuates

(e.g. 8 - 17 gr/gal) always set the ma­chine to the higher value (17 gr/gal in
this example).

Water softener

Settings

2
4
5
7

9
11
13
14
16
18
20
22
23
25
27
29
31
32
34
36
38
40
41
43
45
47
49
50
52
54
56
58
59
61
63

value

for

program-

ming

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35

gr/gal ppm °f

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21

22 *)

23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35

36-47 650- 850 65- 85 36 4
48-65 860-1170 86-117 36 5
66-70 1190-1260 119-126 36 6

*) factory setting

20
40
50
70

90
110
130
140
160
180
200
220
230
250
270
290
310
320
340
360
380
400
410
430
450
470
490
500
520
540
560
580
590
610
630

water

level
selector
(Setting)

6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6

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Water softener

To set the water softener for a hard­ness level of 1-35 gr/gal:

Check that the water hardness selec­tor in the wash cabinet is set to
ting 6.

Turn the dishwasher off.
Turn the program selector knob to

the “STOP” position.
Press the “Delay start” and “START”

buttons
ing the machine on. A “P” and a num­ber will appear in the time display.

at the same time, while turn-

set-

Press the “Top Solo” button as often
as necessary until the value of your
water hardness in gr/gal appears in

the display.
Example:
For a water hardness of 30 gr/gal:
Keep pressing the “Top Solo” button

until “30” appears in the time display.
After the figure “36” is reached the

counter returns to “0”.

Value “0” must not be set!

Press the “START” button twice to

store the change in memory.

Set the program selector knob to the
“NORMAL 55/130” position. The
number “22” will appear in the time
display.

“22” = The factory setting for a water
hardness of 22 gr/gal.

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Water softener

Setting the water softener for a hard­ness level of 36 - 70 gr/gal requires
the following two step procedure:

1.

Turn the dishwasher off.
Turn the program selector knob to

the “STOP” position.
Press the “Delay start” and “START”

buttons

at the same time, while turn­ing the machine on. A “P” and a num­ber will appear in the time display.

Set the program selector knob to the
“NORMAL 55/130” position. The
number “22” will appear in the time
display.

“22” = The factory setting for a water
hardness of 22 gr/gal.

Press the “Top Solo” button as often
as necessary until the value “36” ap­pears in the display.

Press the “START” button twice
to store the “36” in memory.

Example:
The water hardness is 60 gr/gal.
The water hardness selector in the

wash cabinet must be set to 5,
(48 - 65 gr/gal).

Using a screwdriver:

Remove the cover from the water
hardness selector.

Adjust the water hardness selector
as necessary. There will be a click as
each setting is reached.

2.

The water hardness selector in the
wash cabinet must be set according to
the following chart.

gr/gal ppm °f

value

program

-ming
36-47 650- 850 65- 85 36 4
48-65 860-1170 86-117 36 5
66-70 1190-1260 119-126 36 6 *)

*) factory setting

for

water

hardness

selector
(Setting)

Do not set the selector on setting 1 - 3.

Replace the cover on the water hard­ness selector.

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Water softener

Filling the salt reservoir.

The salt reservoir should be filled be­fore the first use and when the “Salt” in­dicator lamp lights up. Use water sof­tener reactivation salt (1 - 4 mm grain
size), as other salts may contain inso­luble additives which can impair the
functioning of the softener.

The salt reservoir holds approx. 4 lbs
(2 kg) of salt.

Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir
with dishwashing detergent will
damage the water softener. Make
sure that only water softener reacti­vation salt of the proper grain size is
used.

Remove the lower basket.
Unscrew and remove the salt reser-

voir cap.

Before filling the salt reservoir for
the first time:
Fill the salt reservoir with approxi­mately 2 quarts (2 l) of water.

Place the funnel (provided) over the
salt reservoir.

Carefully fill with salt. As it is filled,
water will run out.

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Clean any excess salt from the
threads of the reservoir opening.

Screw the cap on firmly.
If the dishwasher will not be used im-

mediately after reactivation, run the
RINSE & HOLD program. This will
remove any traces of salt from the
cabinet.

Water softener

Salt indicator.

When the salt reservoir is empty, the
“Salt” indicator lamp will light, notifying
you that the reservoir should be refilled
with reactivation salt.

After the reservoir has been filled, the
water softener is automatically reacti­vated the next time the dishwasher is
run.

The “Softener” indicator lamp illumi­nates during this process.

Note:

If the water used is very soft (below
4 gr/gal), the salt indicator lamp will
stay on. In this case the reservoir
should not be filled with salt. The indica­tor lamp will remain lit and should be
disregarded or bypassed.

The “Salt” indicator lamp has also been
designed for future program updates
(PC). See the “After Sales Service” sec­tion for further details.

Bypassing the Salt indicator lamp.

In order to bypass the salt indicator
lamp, you will need a screwdriver and
needle nose pliers.

Remove the salt reservoir cap.

Looking into the salt reservoir, you will
see the top of the float chamber on the
right hand side

Using a screwdriver, carefully pivot
the float chamber towards the center
of the reservoir.

Using the needle nose pliers, first
pull the cap
ber, then remove the float

Replace the float chamber cap,
push the chamber back into its up­right position, and replace the salt
reservoir cap. The indicator lamp
should now remain off.

b.

c off of the float cham-

.

d

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Adding rinse aid

Adding rinse aid

The use of Rinse Aid is recommended
to prevent spotting on dishes and glass­ware that normally occurs during the
drying phase of automatic dishwashing.

Inadvertently filling the rinse aid
reservoir with detergent always
leads to damage to the reservoir.
Only pour rinse aid formulated
residential dishwashers into the
reservoir.

for

Adding rinse aid.

Add Rinse Aid before the first use
and anytime the “Rinse Aid” indica­tor lamp comes on.

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Press the button in the direction of
the arrow until the flap springs open.

Adding rinse aid

Setting the dosage.

Close the dishwasher door halfway
and pour liquid rinse aid into the stor­age container until it is visible on the
surface of the screen. Do not add
aid until the “Rinse aid” indicator
lamp comes on.

Only use rinse aid specifically
labeled for residential dishwashers.
Inadvertently using powder or liquid
detergents will damage the rinse
aid dispenser.

Close the flap and wipe up any
spilled rinse aid. The flap will remain
closed during normal operation.

The dosage selector comes factory set
to 3. It can be adjusted from 1 to 6, de­pending on your requirements.

Use a higher setting if spots appear
on dry glassware.

If streaking appears on dishes or
glasses, use a lower setting.

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Loading the dishwasher

Loading the dishwasher

Load the dishes so that water can
contact all surfaces.

Do not place dishes and cutlery in­side other pieces where they may be
concealed.

Hollow items such as cups and
glasses should be inverted and
placed in the upper basket.

Concave based items should be
placed at an angle on top of the cof­fee bar, (see page 21),so that water
can run off them freely.

Tall, narrow, hollow pieces should be
placed in the center of the basket,
rather than in the corners, to ensure
water coverage.

Small cups and glasses should be
placed on the cup racks. Taller mugs
and glasses can be placed under­neath the rack.

Do not cover the funnel in the middle
of the upper basket.

Some loading examples are shown on
the following pages.

Note
If the additional feature “Top Solo” has
been selected with a wash program, all
items must be loaded into the upper
basket and cutlery tray. See the “Addi­tional features” section for further infor­mation.

In areas where the water has high
mineral content, it may be necess­ary to polish silverware after wash­ing to achive a high shine.

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.

Some food items may contain natural
dyes that can discolor plastic items
in the dishwasher ( e.g. carrots, to­matoes, ketchup, etc.). The stability
of plastic items is not affected by this
discoloration.

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Loading the dishwasher

Loading examples.

Upper basket.

For small, lightweight, or delicate items
such as cups, saucers, glasses, des­sert bowls, etc.

Cutlery tray.

The easily loaded cutlery tray ensures
thorough cleaning of cutlery and cook­ing utensils. In addition, the cutlery tray
insert is removable and can be carried
to a drawer or table for easy loading or
unloading, thereby eliminating much of
the handling of the cutlery.

The plate inserts on the left and right
rear of the lower basket are removable.
To remove, push the handles of both in­serts toward the inside of the basket.
Once removed, the open area can ac­commodate large pots, casserole
dishes, or accessory inserts (see “Ac­cessories”).

Bottom basket.

For larger and heavier items such as
plates, serving platters and saucepans.
Glasses should only be placed in the
bottom basket if the special glassware
insert is used.

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Loading the dishwasher

To make unloading easier, cutlery can
be grouped in zones, one for knives,
one for forks, etc.

Spoon heads should be placed so that
water can run off them freely.

Place the heads of cutlery with round
or oval handles in the holders. This will
secure them during the wash cycle.

Ensure that spoon heads are in contact
with at least one holder so they cannot
flip over and collect water.

Do not cover the opening in the
middle of the cutlery tray, and make
sure that the upper spray arm can
rotate freely after the tray is slid in;
otherwise the rotation of the spray
arms may be inadequate for a
thorough cleaning.

20

Loading the dishwasher

Adjustable cup racks.

To make room for tall glasses, raise the
rack upwards. Lower it to double stack
smaller items.

Coffee bar.

Place coffee mugs on top of the bar so
that they sit at a slant. This allows all
water to run off the base of the mug.
The bar can also be used as a separ­ator between two rows of glasses keep­ing them from leaning against each
other. This protects the glasses and en­sures good wash results. For wide
items, flip the bar over to the right.

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Loading the dishwasher

Adjusting the upper basket.

(depending on model)
The upper basket height is adjustable.

If tall items of dishware are being
washed, more room can be obtained
by raising or lowering the upper basket.

Pull out the upper basket and loosen
the two locknuts on either side of the
basket.

Adjust the basket up or down to the
desired height.

Depending on the setting of the upper
basket, the following dishware dimen­sions can be accommodated:

Upper

basket

position

To p 8 "

Middle 9"

Bottom 10"

Upper

basket

diameter

(20.5 cm)

(22.5 cm)

(24.5 cm)

Lower

basket

diameter

12"

(30 cm)

11"

(28 cm)

10"

(26 cm)

Tighten the locknuts.

The upper basket can also be set on
an angle, if required.

Do not set the angle to the extreme ­one side at the highest setting and
one side at the lowest, as this will
impede the function of the middle
spray arm.

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Items not suitable for dishwashers

Items not suitable for dishwashers

– Cutlery with wooden handles.
– Wooden cutting boards.
– Glued items such as old knives with

handles that are glued together

around the shank of the blade.
– Hand made craft items.
– Copper or tin items.
– Plastic items which are not heat resis-

tant.

Please note:

– Silver or aluminum items may suffer

some discoloration.

– Aluminum parts (eg. oven hood

grease filters) should not be cleaned
using commercial or industrial deter­gents. These high alkaline deter­gents may damage the machine,
and in extreme instances, cause ex­plosive chemical reactions.

– Silverware previously cleaned with a

silver polish may be damp or
spotted at the end of a program
where water has adhered to the pol­ish. This can be rubbed off with a
soft, dry cloth. Silver that has pre­viously been cleaned in an immer­sion dip is usually dry at the end of a
program, but may discolor (tarnish).

– Colors on dishware that have been

painted over the glaze may fade
over time.

– Clouding may occur on glasses after

frequent washing.

Miele recommends:

Wash delicate glassware using the
ECONOMY program or the CHINA &
CRYSTAL program with a tempera­ture of 45 °C/115 °F (if so equipped).
This will reduce the risk of clouding.

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

When purchasing new dishes and
cutlery, make sure they are dish­washer safe.

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Adding detergent

Adding detergent

Use only powder detergents formu­lated for residential dishwashers.

Do not use gels or liquid deter­gents.

Press the latch on the detergent dis-

penser. The cover will spring open.

Fill the dispenser using the amount

of detergent recommended by the

detergent manufacturer.

Generally, filling the dispenser with
detergent will be sufficient to ensure
thorough cleaning. If dishes are extra
dirty, or if the soil has been allowed to
dry on the dishes before washing, a
program utilizing a prewash cycle
should be selected. In this case, extra
detergent can be added to the small
compartment labeled ( I ) in the center
of the dispenser.

Dishwasher detergents contain irri­tant and corrosive ingredients. They
can cause burns in the mouth and
throat if swallowed, or inhibit brea­thing. Keep children away from
detergent and from the dishwasher
when the door is open.

To avoid the danger of children com­ing into contact with dishwasher
detergent, only fill the detergent dis­penser immediately before starting
the program.

Capacities:
Compartment I (prewash) takes a maxi­mum of 1 ounce (25 ml) and Compart­ment II (main wash) takes a maximum
of 3 ounces (80 ml) when completely
filled. There are horizontal marks to as­sist you in filling Compartment II. The
marks indicate a level of approximately
3/4, 1, and 1 1/4 ounces (20, 25 and
30 ml respectively).

Close the cover. The cover will al-

ways be open at the end of a wash

program (excluding the RINSE &

HOLD program).

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Choosing a program

The wash program chosen should de­pend on the type of dishes and the de­gree of soiling.

In most cases a NORMAL program will
give excellent results.

The available programs and some of
their applications are listed in the Pro­gram Chart on the next two pages.

Choosing a program

“ENERGY SAVER” Program.

Use this program for lightly to nor­mally soiled dishware.

A warm water intake (temperature of
the incoming water) of at least
45 °C/115 °F is necessary for this
program.

Water is not heated in this program.
Only 0,20 kWh of electricity (approx.) is
used during this cycle.

The drying result may not match that of
a program with a full drying cycle.

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

Open the door of the dishwasher
2-3 inches (5-6 mm) at the end of the
program to speed the drying pro­cess.

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Program chart

Program chart

Program When to use Detergent

Compart-

ment

(Pre-wash)

Universal Programs

NORMAL

This program is for

normal everyday loads. 20 % 80% 100 %

55 °C/130 °F
NORMAL

65 °C/150 °F

Same as NORMAL 55 °C/130 °F, but at a
higher temperature for

stubborn dried on

20 % 80 % 100 %

particles.

INTENSIVE
55 °C/130 °F

INTENSIVE
65 °C/150 °F

Same as NORMAL 55 °C/130 °F, but with a
preliminary pre-wash for

heavy soiling.

Same as INTENSIVE 55 °C/130 °F, but at a
higher wash temperature for

stubborn dried

20 % 80 % 100 %

20 % 80 % 100 %

on particles and lightly soiled pots and pans.

Special programs

ENERGY SAVER

Only select ENERGY SAVER if the dish-

20 % 80 % 100 %
washer is connected to a hot water supply
(minimum temperature 45 °C/115 °F).
– see chapter "Choosing a program"

POTS & PANS
75 °C/170 °F

ECONOMY
55 °C/130 °F

For pots, pans and dishware with dried on
particles of food and very heavy soiling.

half a, normal everyday load, or:

For

full loads with very light soiling (e.g.

for

20 % 100 % 120 %

coffee cups).

CHINA & CRYSTAL
45 °C/115 °F

SHORT
45 °C/115 °F

“Gentle program”, for lightly soiled and
heat sensitive tableware. 50 %

“Quick program”, for lightly soiled
dishware (e.g. party dishware). 50 %

RINSE & HOLD For rinsing dishes when a complete cycle

is not needed.

The dispensing method will depend on the type of detergent being used:

1)

Use this method for:

A

– detergents which contain phosphates and chlorine.
Divide the total amount, as shown, between compartment I and compartment II.

1)

A

Compart-

ment

I

II
(Main
wash)

50 %

3)

3)

3)

2)

B

Compart-

ment

II
(Main
wash)

3)

50 %

3)

50 %

3)

50 %

2)

Use this method for:

B

– detergent which is chlorine and phosphate free.
– detergent which is chlorine free but contains phosphates.
In this instance the whole amount is placed in compartment II.

3) Use half of the manufacturers recommended amount of detergent.

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Program cycle USAGE

Electric (kWh) Water

1.

Prelimi-

nary pre-

wash

X X X X X X 0.89 24/6.3

X X X X X X 0.98 24/6.3

X X X X X X 0.20 24/6.3

2.

Pre-wash Main

wash

X X X X X 0.9 19/5.0

X X X X X 1.13 19/5.0

X X X X X 1.13 19/5.0

X X X X 0.75

Interim

rinse

Final
rinse

Drying

Water hot

(49 °C /

120 °F)

5)

Liters/

Gallons

14/3.7

4)

X X X X X 0.47 19/5.0

X X X 0.56 14/3.7

X 0.06 5/1.3

4) Average consumption values are for a water hardness of up to 17 gr/gal.

5) With half loads (7 place settings).
X = cycle used

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Operating the dishwasher.

Operating the dishwasher.

Turning on.

Close the door.
Open the water valve (if it is closed).
Press the “ON/OFF”-button (14).

When the program and temperature se­lector knob (21) is in the “STOP” posi­tion, a dot will light up in the display
field (17).

Starting a program.

Turn the program and temperature
selector knob (21) clockwise or
counterclockwise to the desired pro­gram.

The length of the selected program ap­pears in hours and minutes in the Time
display (17).

At the same time the indicator lamp
next to the “START”-button (18) illumi­nates.

Before starting the program, addi­tional features “Delay start” or “Top
Solo” can be selected (see “Addi­tional features” on page 30).

Press the “START” -button (18).

The indicator lamp next to the “START”­button will go out, and the program will
start.

Note.

The time displayed may vary using the
same program. When the dishwasher
is turned on, it will display a Wash time
calculated using a water supply tem­perature of 60 °F/15 °C. (the tempera­ture used for factory testing).

With subsequent programs the dish­washer will recalculate the time accord­ing to actual conditions. The most cur­rent value will then be displayed the
next time the dishwasher is turned on.

The time remaining is displayed as the
program progresses.

To prevent children from coming
into contact with detergent, only
place it in the dispenser
ly before starting the program.

Program end

The program has finished when no indi­cator lamps are illuminated and a “0”
appears in the display. the dishwasher
can now be unloaded.

If the dishwasher door remains closed,
the drying fan will continue to operate
for a few additional minutes to help
dissipate any remaining moisture.

immediate-

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Operating the dishwasher.

Turning off.

At the end of a program:

Turn the program selector knob to
the “STOP” position.

If any appliance will not be used for an
extended period (e.g. while on vaca­tion), it is recommended that the water
supply valve be shut off.

Your Miele dishwasher is designed
to shut off the water flow and drain
the machine in the rare event of a
valve failure. In order for this func­tion to be active, the door must be
shut, the machine must be “ON”,
and the Program knob must be in
the “STOP” position.

Sequence indicator (20).

Once a program has started, the se­quence indicator lamps (20) show the
actual program stage reached by the
dishwasher.

Note:

will only take place after 11 programs.

Interrupting a program.

A program can be interrupted by open­ing the door.
If the door is then closed, the program
will continue from the point it was at be­fore the door was opened.

Warning!
The water in the dishwasher may
be hot, and steam may be present!
Only open the door if absolutely
necessary and exercise extreme
caution when doing so. The danger
of burns and scalding exists.
Once the door has been opened,
allow 20-30 seconds for the inter­nal temperature to equalize before
closing it again, and make sure it
clicks into place.

Changing a program.

A program can be changed at any
time. The new program will start as
soon as it has been selected.

When required, the water softener
reactivation process is performed
before the wash program. It may
last several minutes and occurs in
intervals.
During this process only the “Sof­tener” indicator will be on.

The hardness of the water supply will
dictate how often (after how many
washes) the water softener needs to be
reactivated. For example, with a water
hardness of 21 gr/gal, reactivation will
take place after every 3 programs. With
a water hardness of 8 gr/gal, reactivation

Turn the program selector knob to
the desired program.

If you wish to start the new program at
its beginning:

Turn the program selector knob to
“STOP”,
(a point will appear in the display
field).

Select the new program and press
“START”.

It may be necessary to add additional
detergent, depending on where the
original program was interrupted.

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Additional features

Additional features

Delay start (18).

The starting time of a program can be
delayed up to 9 hours and 30 minutes
(in 30 minute increments), in order to
take advantage of off peak utility rates
that exist in some areas. To set a Delay
time:

Select a program.

The length of the program is displayed
(17) in minutes and seconds.

Press the “Delay start” (18) button
once for every 30 minutes of delay
desired.

The program length displayed will now
change to a display of the Delay time,
also in hours and minutes. The “Delay
start” indicator lamp will illuminate.

Press the “START” button (18).

The dishwasher counts down the
minutes of the chosen delay, then
starts the program automatically.

Once started, the display will show the
time remaining in the wash program.

Example:
Press “Delay start” once for a 30

minute delay.
30 (mins) is displayed.

Press “Delay start” twice for a 1 hour
delay.

1.00 is displayed (1 hr. 00min.)

To prevent the detergent form pre­maturely dissolving when using the
“Delay Start” feature, make certain
that the dispenser is dry before put­ting in detergent.

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Additional features

Top Solo (18).

When this feature is selected, the ma­jority of the water is directed to the top
and middle spray arms of the dish­washer. Its use is recommended when
all the dishes or cutlery needing clean­ing can be loaded into the upper bas­ket and cutlery tray.

Note:
Lightly soiled plates or serving platters
can still be placed in the bottom basket
if large spaces are left between them.
Do not place dishes, bowls or other hol­low containers in the bottom basket.
Adjusting the upper basket to its lowest
position will allow it to accommodate
larger plates.

Using “Top Solo” will also save water,
detergent and energy.

For example, using Top Solo with the
NORMAL 55°C/130°F program uses

3.2 gallons (12 liters) of water instead
of the usual 5 gallons (19 liters).

“Top Solo” can be selected with all
wash programs.

Choose a program.

The length of the program will appear
in the time display (17) in hours and
minutes.

Press the “Top Solo” button (18). The
“Top Solo” indicator lamp illuminates,
and the program duration changes.

Press the “START” button (18).
The “START” indicator lamp goes out
and the program starts.

Because smaller amounts of dishware
are being washed, the amount of deter­gent used can be reduced accordingly.

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Unloading the dishwasher

Unloading the dishwasher

Dishes tend to break and chip easier
when they are hot. Allow the dishes
to cool until they are comfortable
enough to handle before unloading
them.

If the door is opened at the comple­tion of the drying cycle, the dishes
will cool much faster.

Unload the lower basket first, then
the upper basket and cutlery tray (if
so equipped). This will prevent water
drops from the upper basket or cut­lery tray from falling onto the dishes
in the lower basket.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the filters in the wash
cabinet.

The combination filter in the base of
the wash cabinet should be regu­larly inspected and cleaned as
necessary. Any broken glass or
dishware should be removed imme­diately upon discovery.
Use caution when cleaning the fil­ters, non-return valve or drain
pump, as glass or bone splinters
may be caught in the bottom of the
wash cabinet.

Cleaning and care

Turn the handle counterclockwise to
release the filters.

Lift the combination filter out of the
machine. Remove any coarse par­ticles and rinse it under running
water. A nylon brush can be used, if
necessary.

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Cleaning and care

Turn the combination filter over and
open the coarse filter cover by pull­ing back on the locking tab.

After cleaning, make sure that the
coarse filter cover is properly locked
in place.

Replace the combination filter so
that it lies flat in the base of the wash
cabinet. Secure it by turning the
handle clockwise.

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Cleaning the spray arms.

On rare occasions particles of food
may get stuck in the spray arm jets.
They can be easily cleaned as follows:

Remove the lower basket and the
cutlery tray (if so equipped). The cut­lery tray frame can be pushed back
in.

Unscrew and remove the upper
spray arm.

Cleaning and care

Lift up on the lower spray arm to
remove it.

To remove the middle spray arm lo­cated beneath the upper basket,
gently push upwards until it engages
in the ratchet

b, then unscrew it c.

To clean the spray arms, use a
pointed object to push the the food
particles into the jets.

Rinse under running water to com­plete the process.

After cleaning, replace the spray
arms.

Important:
After replacing the spray arms,
check that they rotate freely.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the drain pump and non-re­turn valve.

Use caution when cleaning the fil­ters, non-return valve or drain
pump, as glass or bone splinters
may be caught in the bottom of the
wash cabinet.

If the water in the dishwasher is not
completely drained at the end of a pro­gram, the drain pump or non-return
valve may be blocked. To clean them:

Remove the combination filter.

Tilt the locking clamp to the side and
pull out the non-return valve.

Rinse the non-return valve under run­ning water.

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

Before replacing the non-return
valve, check to make sure that noth­ing is obstructing the drain pump.

Carefully replace the non-return
valve and secure it with the locking
clamp.

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Replace and secure the combination
filter.

Cleaning and care

Cleaning the water inlet filter.

The water valve housing on the inlet
hose contains electrical compo­nents and should not be immersed,
or run through water.

A filter is incorporated in the inlet hose
that is attached to the dishwasher’s
main shutoff valve. If your water supply
is hard, or the pipes contain sediment;
this filter may clog and prevent suffi­cient water from entering the wash
cabinet. It can be cleaned as follows:

Cleaning the filter.

Disconnect the dishwasher from the
electrical supply (unplug it or shut off
the circuit breaker).

Turn off the main shutoff valve and
unscrew the inlet hose.

Carefully remove the rubber seal.
Remove the filter using needle nose

pliers and clean it by rinsing under
running water.

Replace the filter and seal. Make
sure they are seated correctly.

Screw the inlet hose back onto the
water valve, making certain it is not
cross-threaded.

Slowly turn on the valve and test for
leaks.

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Cleaning and care

Installing an in-line water filter.

If your water supply contains a large
number of insoluble substances, we re­commend installing a filter between the
valve and the inlet hose connection.
These filters can be obtained from the
Miele Parts Department.

Cleaning the control panel.

The control panel can be cleaned
using a damp cloth and mild deter­gent.

Do not use abrasive, all purpose, or
glass cleaners, as their use may
damage plastic surfaces.

Cleaning the door panel.

Plastic laminate panels should be
cleaned using a suitable, non-ab­rasive cleaning agent, or mild soapy
water.

Panels made from wood should be
cleaned using a soft damp cloth and
an appropriate wood cleaner.

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Problem solving guide

Problem solving guide

With the aid of the following guide,
minor problems can be easily cor­rected.
problem, please contact the Miele Ser­vice Department.

If you are unable to correct the

Any work on the electrical compo­nents of the appliance should only
be performed by a qualified and
trained person in accordance with
local and national regulations. Un­authorized or incorrect repairs
could cause personal injury or dam­age the machine.

Problems/possible causes.

The dishwasher does not start.

– The door is not properly closed.
– The plug is not properly inserted.
– The circuit breaker is defective or

has tripped.

The wash cycle finishes too early
and the “Drain” indicator lamp
flashes.

– The drain hose is kinked.

If the lines are still displayed, call the
Miele Service Department.

The “Spray arm” indicator lamp
flashes.

– The middle spray arm is obstructed

by an item in the basket.

– The spray arm jets are blocked - see

“Cleaning and care”.

– The opening in the center of the cut-

lery tray is covered, restricting the
flow of water to the middle spray arm.

Shortly after starting a program the
“Water Intake” indicator lamp
flashes.

– The water shutoff valve is closed.
– The water intake filter is clogged -

see “Cleaning and care”.

– Too little water may be entering the

machine. This may be due to insuffi­cient water pressure.

– The drain pump is blocked – see

“Cleaning and care”.

The wash cycle finishes too early
and three horizontal lines “---” ap­pear in the time display.

Press the “ON-OFF” button to turn
the machine off. After 5 seconds turn
it on again. Select a program and
start the machine.

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Problem solving guide

The dishes are not clean.

– The dishes are incorrectly loaded.
– The correct amount of detergent was

not used - see “Program chart”.

– The filters in the wash cabinet are

not clean, or the spray arm jets are
blocked - see “Cleaning and care”.

– The wrong program was selected –

see “Program chart”.

White residue is visible on cutlery
and dishware.

– No salt in the salt reservoir.
– Salt reservoir lid has not been

screwed on properly.

– Not enough rinse aid was used.

Water remains in the dishwasher at
the end of a program.

– The drain hose is kinked or clogged.
– The drain pump or non-return valve

may be blocked - see “Cleaning and
care”.

The “Water Intake” indicator lights
during the “ENERGY SAVER” pro­gram.

The “ENERGY SAVER” program re­quires a water supply temperature of at
least 45 °C/115 °F. If the incoming
water is less than this temperature, the
“Water Intake” lamp illuminates (see
also “Program selection”). If your hot
water system has been used recently,
not enough hot water may have been
available to adequately clean the
dishes.

If necessary, repeat the program.

If the “Water Intake” lamp lights again,
select a different program.

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After sales service

Should you still have difficulties,

please contact:
– your Miele Dealer or
– the Miele Service Department. (See

back cover for addresses).
Please have the model number of your

appliance available. This information
can be found on the data plate on the
upper edge of the door.

After sales service

Program update function - PC

The Salt indicator lamp has a second
function: It allows a technician with the
proper equipment to access the pro­gramming of the dishwasher to take ad­vantage of the latest technological de­velopments.

For instance, if a detergent that gives
good wash results using only cold
water becomes available, the wash pro­grams can be changed to take advant­age of this development to help reduce
your energy costs.

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Accessories

Accessories

Bottle holder.

(depending on model)

A bottle holder (for milk or baby bottles)
is available for use in the lower basket.

To achieve the proper cleaning results,
the bottle holder should only be placed
in the positions marked with white. Do
not place them in the
tions.

X marked posi-

Glass insert for the bottom basket:

provides the ability to safely wash
glasses in the bottom basket.
(Only available for models with remov­able inserts in the lower basket.)

Glass insert for the upper basket:

provides special support for long
stemmed glassware.

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Dishwasher installation

The “i” model dishwasher is specially
designed for installation under a con­tinuous countertop.

A panel can be custom made for instal­lation on the front of the dishwasher, as­suring a perfect match with the kitchen
cabinetry.

If a standard non-cabinet matching
dishwasher installation is desired, the
“i” model dishwasher can be converted
into a “U” model through the addition of
a GDU 60/65 decor set. The decor set
comes supplied with separate installa­tion instructions.

To ensure stability, these dish­washers should only be installed
under a continuous countertop
which is securely fastened to the
cabinet base units.

Dishwasher installation

1. Install the steam deflector,
(if applicable).

A stainless steel plate is supplied to
protect the underside of the countertop
against steam rising from the dish­washer when the door is opened. If the
countertop is made of Corian®, gra­nite, marble or other solid, waterproof
material, the steam deflector should not
be used.

Dimensions:

1) with 35" (890 mm) machine height

2) with 33 1/8" (840 mm) machine height

Range of adjustment is approximately
2" (5 cm).

Squeeze a bead of sealant from the
supplied tube into the angle formed

b

by the curved edge
plate.

Align the plate c with the lower front
edge of the countertop (see illustra­tion) and use the supplied tacks to
nail it into place.

On countertops with wood or lami­nate edging, the tacks should be
nailed through the rear holes of the
plate.

of the cover-

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Dishwasher installation

2. Install the dishwasher under
the countertop.

It is preferable to install the main water
and electric supplies so that they can
be accessed through an adjacent
cabinet, rather than situating them be­hind the machine. See the “Plumbing”
and “Electrical” sections for proper con­nection procedures before continuing.

Place the slides, with the ratchet at
the rear, onto the dishwasher legs.

Unscrew the legs to raise the ma­chine to within 1/4" (5 mm) of the
underside of the countertop, and
check that the machine is level,
before sliding it into its opening.

Certain steps in the installation proce­dures require that the dishwasher be
pulled out of its opening. For this rea­son, perform the plumbing and electri­cal connections
been levelled and the front panel has
been mounted.

Install the slides.

Two slides are included and should be
installed on the feet of the dishwasher
before the machine is pushed under
the countertop. This will allow the ma­chine to slide easier, protect the floor,
and allow adjustment of the rear level­ing legs from the front of the machine.

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after the machine has

Push the machine into the opening,
making sure the electrical cable and
hoses can reach their connection
points without being kinked.

Dishwasher installation

Adjust the rear leveling legs to the re­quired height.

To raise the machine - turn clockwise.
To lower the machine - turn counter-

clockwise.

Several turns may be needed to set the
correct height.

Adjust the front leveling legs by push­ing on the foot with a slotted screw­driver.

Tipping the machine slightly, if
possible, will make adjusting the front
legs easier. Make sure the machine is
level when adjustments are complete.

The dishwasher should be raised until it
just touches the underside of the counter­top.

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Dishwasher installation

3. Installing the control panel.

The control panel and hardware is
packaged separately from the dish­washer. It should be installed using the
following procedure.

If the GDU decor set is being used,

(to convert an “i” dishwasher to a “U”
version), the spacer bars
be removed and stored for possible
use in the future, (See the separate in­structions for installing the GDU
decor set). If the GDU kit is
used, skip the following step.

To remove the spacer bars from the
control panel, place the panel on a
table, printed side up, and gently
push down on the spacer bars at a

i must first

not being

point near the bottom of the control
panel. This will release the mounting
bolts from their slots.

Install the necessary spacer bars i
on the control panel.

Place the seal b onto the ventilation

c

grill.
Push the ventilation grill c into the

metal backing plate.
Place the covers d over the push-

button switches.
Install the adapter disc e.
Position the control panel f over the

backing plate and fasten it from the
inside of the door
screws provided.

Align and press the program knob
onto its shaft

g using the six

h.

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Dishwasher installation

4. Aligning the control panel
with the drawer fronts.

The control panel can be aligned
with the drawer fronts of the kitchen
cabinets by adjusting the spacer
bars.

Using an 8 mm socket, turn the nut
clockwise or counterclockwise until
the spacers reach the required
height.

5. Installing the custom
door panel.

A custom door panel matching the kit­chen cabinetry can be installed on the
dishwasher by using the provided
bracket.
Length: 21" - 25 3/4" (53.3 - 65.4 cm)
Width: 23 1/2" (59.8 cm)

Note: The maximum panel length is
only applicable when no spacer bars
are used.

If a Stainless Steel panel is being used,
please follow the separate installation
instructions included with the panel.

After panel installation, see Step 6 “Ad­justing the door springs”.

Proceed as follows:

If necessary, individual (or all)
spacer bars can be removed.

Adjustment range:
from 4 1/2" (112 mm) (control panel
without spacer bars)
to 5 3/4" (145 mm) (control panel with
four spacer bars).

In special circumstances a fifth spacer
bar (optional accessory) can be used to
increase the panel height to 6" (154 mm).

After adjusting the control panel
height, cut off the plastic screw ex­cess.

Measure the distance (X) between
the lower mounting hole on the dish­washer front door (see inset arrow)
and the lower edge of the neighbor­ing cabinet door.

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Dishwasher installation

Place the door panel on a flat sur­face, good side face down, taking
care not to scratch the surface.
Make certain that the bottom of the
panel is closest to you.

Using a pencil, lightly draw a center­line from top to bottom.

Using the previous measurement,
draw a horizontal line “X” inches
above the bottom of the panel.

Important: Make certain the line drawn
using measurement “X” is located at
what will be the bottom of the panel
when it is attached to the dishwasher.

The mounting bracket is marked in

A

the middle
rear side of the door front so that the

A in the middle of the bracket

mark
aligns with the vertical guide line,
and the lower holes of the bracket
are centrally positioned in the hori­zontal guide line (see illustration).
Use strips of adhesive tape to hold
the bracket in this position.

Mark and drill pilot holes for the
screws using a 3/32" (2.5 mm) drill bit.

. Lay the bracket on the

Attach the bracket to the panel using
the 4 screws provided.

Double check the location of the
bracket before mounting the panel to
the dishwasher.

Attaching the panel.

Pull the dishwasher out from under
the countertop about 4" (10 cm).
If the dishwasher is installed at the
end of the kitchen cabinets: Pull the
machine out as far as is necessary
to reach the 4 locking screws lo­cated on the edge of the door.

Attach the panel to the dishwasher
by aligning the bracket tabs with the
slots on the door.

Straighten the panel and lock it into
place by tightening the 2 locking
screws on each edge of the door.

Use the provided caps to plug the
locking screw access holes.

Push the dishwasher back under the
countertop, and proceed to Step 6,
“Adjusting the door springs”.

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Dishwasher installation

6. Adjusting the door springs.

The door springs are adjusted correctly
when a half opened door remains in
that position when released.

If the door drops down, the springs
need to be tightened.
If the door closes, the springs need to
be loosened.

The adjusting screw is located in the
upper front strip, on the left hand side
of the dishwasher.

7.Securing the dishwasher
to the countertop.

To ensure the stability of the dish­washer, it must be attached to the
countertop after it has been positioned.

Open the dishwasher door.
Using the screws provided, fasten

the dishwasher to the countertop
through the two holes located on the
upper rim.

Open the dishwasher door.
Adjust the door springs to the cor-

rect balance:
– turn clockwise to tightened
– turn counterclockwise to loosen.

The weight of the machine must be
supported by the legs, not the
countertop fastening screws. If
securing the top takes the weight
off of the legs, extend the legs
further until they are tight against
the floor.

Do not drill any additional holes
through any portion of the wash
cabinet. If in doubt about how to se­cure the dishwasher, please call the
Miele Service Department.

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Dishwasher installation

If the edge of the countertop is too nar­row, or the machine is being installed
under a cut out area, use the securing
bracket provided.

Pull the dishwasher out from under
the countertop about 4" (10 cm).

Position the securing bracket.
Push the dishwasher back into the

opening, and secure it through the
hole in the bracket.

For Corian® or granite countertops,
fasten the dishwasher to the adjacent
cabinets as follows:

For openings greater than 23 5/8"
(60 cm) wide:

Pull the dishwasher 4" (10 cm) out of
its opening.

Insert the tab of each optional mount­ing bracket into the guide hole on
top of the dishwasher, and then
swing it to the right or left as re­quired.

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Push the dishwasher back into its open­ing, align and fasten it to the adjacent
cabinets using 2 screws for each
bracket.

Dishwasher installation

For openings 23 5/8" (60 cm) wide:

Open the dishwasher door and
remove the caps covering the mount­ing holes on the outer edge of the
wash chamber.

Fasten the dishwasher to the ad­jacent cabinets using the supplied
screws and bushings. Make sure a
bushing is placed over the screw be­fore inserting it into its mounting hole.

8.Installing the toekick.

For kitchens utilizing one continuous
toekick

To prevent damaging the front
panel, and before installing the toe­kick, measurements must be taken
to ensure that the toekick will not in­terfere with the complete opening of
the dishwasher door.

Tighten the screws and replace the
caps.

The side mounting holes should
only be used for securing the
dishwasher if the opening is
23 5/8" (60 cm) wide. Use of this
method on larger openings will
damage the machine and cause
leaks.

The panel overhang (P), and toekick
depth of recess (R), determine the maxi­mum dishwasher toekick height (H).

If the panel contacts the toekick while
the dishwasher door is being opened,
the dishwasher toekick must be cut
shorter or recessed deeper.

If (H) is equal to or less than the toekick
height of the adjoining cabinetry, no in­terference will exist, provided that (R) is
at least 3/4".

Note: If a decorative or flush mount toe­kick is desired, and (R) is less than
3/4", other modifications, such as beve­ling the top rear edge of the toekick,
may be adequate.

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Dishwasher installation

For kitchens utilizing a non-continuous
toekick

The included toekick will fit without
modification when:
– The machine is set to its maximum

height (legs fully extended), and

– the toekick is recessed as far as

possible (4 ").

If the machine height is less than maxi­mum, or if the toekick is recessed less
than 4 ", the toekick must be shortened
(see following page).

After installation, carefully open the
dishwasher door to check that the
front panel does not hit the toekick.
If it does, remove the toekick and trim
it accordingly.

Adjusting the toekick recess.

To adjust the depth (recess) of the
toekick, release the tension on the
spring clips as shown, and push the
mounting brackets in as far as
possible.

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Trimming the toeckick

Dishwasher installation

The rear of the toekick has two cutting
lines.

Screw the toekick onto the installed
brackets, with the cutting lines to­wards the top, and pull out evenly
until it aligns with the toekick of the
adjoining cabinets.

The toekick
in. It must be unscrewed, so that the
tension on the spring clips can be
released. The brackets can then be
pushed in, and the toekick re-attached.

cannot be pushed back

Carefully open the dishwasher door
until it hits the toekick.

Using the front lower edge of the
door panel as a guide, draw a line
across the toekick.

Unscrew and remove the toekick.
If one of the cutting lines is close to

the line just drawn, score the front of
the toekick, and snap off the excess,
or, trim the toekick along the line
using a saw.

Screw the toekick back onto the
brackets, with
bottom.

If the dishwasher door does not open
completely, the toekick may need fur­ther trimming.

the cut edge at the

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Electrical connection

Electrical connection

It is the responsibility and obligation
of the customer to ensure that the
electrical and plumbing installation
is carried out by a qualified installer
in compliance with national and
local codes and ordinances.

Disconnect the appliance from the
power supply before servicing the ma­chine by pulling the plug or turning off
the circuit breaker.

Specifications.

Power Supply: 120 VAC, 60 Hz
Rated Load: 12.5 A / 1500 W
Circuit breaker:15 AMPS
The unit is equipped with a 5 ft (1.5 m)

power supply cord for connection to a
120 V, 15 AMP grounded receptacle.

Using an outlet:

It is recommended that the power
outlet for the appliance be installed
in a cabinet or on a wall adjacent to
the undercounter space in which the
appliance itself will be located. An
opening through the partition be­tween the compartments of 1" to
1 1/2" (3 to 4 cm) can be made to
allow the plug to pass through.

Exercise care when pulling the dish­washer in or out, so as not to dam­age the power cord or hoses.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS.

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
PROPERLY GROUNDED.

In the event of a malfunction, ground­ing reduces the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance
for the electric current. This appliance
is equipped with a cord that has a
grounding conductor and plug. The
plug must be connected to an appropri­ate outlet that has been installed and
grounded in accordance with all local
and national codes and regulations.

DANGER - Improper installation
of the electrical outlet or im­proper grounding can result in
the risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician if you
are in doubt as to whether the ap­pliance is properly grounded. Do
not modify the plug provided with
the appliance. If it will not fit the
outlet, have the correct outlet in­stalled by a qualified electrician.

Make certain that there are no rough
edges that could damage the power
cord. If metal cabinets are used,
place the supplied rubber grommet
around the edge of the opening be­fore passing the cable through.

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Permanent Connection (Hard Wiring).

For hard wiring, the power cord must
be disconnected from the terminal box
located at the lower left front of the dish­washer, behind the toekick and service
panel. Pass the permanent power sup­ply cable through the strain relief and
secure it to the terminal box.

Connect:
L1 (Black) to L on terminal block
N (White) to N on terminal block
GRND To ground connector

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS.

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
PROPERLY GROUNDED.

Warning.
Hardwiring the dishwasher
should only be done if required
by local electrical codes, and
then in a manner consistent with
those codes. Do not cut the plug
off the power supply cord and
connect it directly to the house
wiring.

Electrical connection

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Plumbing

Plumbing

It is the responsibility and obligation
of the customer to ensure that the
electrical and plumbing installation
is carried out by a qualified installer
in compliance with national and
local codes and ordinances.

All dishwashers that carry the following
blue and white sticker are designed to
shut off the water and drain the wash
chamber in the rare event of an internal
water valve failure.

In order for this function to be active,
the door must be shut, the machine
must be “ON”, and the Program knob
must be in the “STOP” position.

Hot water supply specifications:
Recommended temperature: 120°F

(49°C)
Maximum temperature: 140°F (60°C)
Water pressure: 14.5 - 145 psi

(0.3 - 10 bar)

An air gap is built into the water inlet
system to prevent potable water mixing
with waste water.

Hot water connection.

New plumbing:

The water inlet hose comes equipped
with a 3/4" female hose thread connec­tor. This can be directly connected to a
shut off valve with 3/4" male hose
thread ends.

It is preferable that the hose assem­bly be installed vertically so the hose
exits from the bottom of the valve
box.

If this is not possible, it can be installed
hoizontally, provided the hose exit re­mains beneath the main body of the
box (see illustration). (The “lightning
bolt” should be above the “arrow” when
the installation is complete).The valve
box should also be installed so that it is
at least 8" (24 cm) above the floor (or
base of the cabinet), and so the excess
coiled hose will remain lower than the
box at all points.

A 2" x 4" (60 x 115 mm) cutout in either
the side or bottom of the cabinet adjoin­ing the dishwasher is necessary if the
valve box needs to be passed through.

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The water pressure must be between

4.5 and 145 psi (0.3 and 10 bar).
If the water pressure is too low the ma­chine may not take in enough water in
the alloted time and the “Water Intake” in­dicator lamp will flash. If this occurs, the
water intake time can be increased (see
“Problem solving guide”).
If the water pressure is too high, a press­ure reducer must be installed.

Existing plumbing:

Plumbing

Do not, under any circumstances,
cut the intake hose. If the hose is
cut, the dishwasher will not work,
you will have a water leak and you
could be injured. If the hose is too
long, coil it neatly and place it be­hind the machine.

If the standard 3/8" copper plumbing for
a dishwasher already exists with a com­pression fitting and valve as pictured:

Cut the 3/8" copper tubing after the
valve.
Install the 3/8" compression to 3/4"
MHT (Male Hose Thread) adapter
(supplied with the machine), as illus­trated.
Connect the inlet hose to the existing
valve/adapter assembly.

Electrical wiring and components
should not come into contact with
any plumbing fixtures or hoses.

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Plumbing

Drain system specifications:

The machine comes equipped with:
– A 5 ft. long (1.5 m) flexible drain

hose with an internal diameter of 7/8"
(22 mm).

– A built-in swivel connector which

allows the drain hose to be routed in
any direction.

– A built in non-return valve on the dis-

charge side to prevent waste water
from flowing back into the dish­washer.

– A built-in odor trap on the discharge

side to prevent odors from entering

the kitchen.
Maximum drain height: 3 ft (1 m)
Maximum drain hose length: 12 ft (3.5 m)

Do not shorten the drain hose.

Electrical wiring and components
should not come into contact with
any plumbing fixtures or hoses.

IMPORTANT:

The dishwasher should be con­nected directly to the drain line.

Drain connection:

D = 24 " (60 cm) (nominal)
Connect the supplied drain hose to the

drain pipe of the kitchen sink either:
A - above the trap using the clamp pro-

vided, or
B - to the dishwasher connector of the

garbage disposal.

When connecting the drain hose to
the garbage disposal, make sure to
remove the knockout from the con­nection nipple. (See disposal manu­facturers instructions for this proce­dure.)

A sample of a correct water and drain
installation of a dishwasher is shown.

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A hose that attaches to a sink spray
can burst if it is installed on the
same water line as the dishwasher.
If your sink has one, it is recom­mended that the hose be discon­nected and the hole plugged.

Plumbing

Venting the drainage system
Only if the dishwasher drain hose is

connected to a floor drain or to a
drain pipe that is below the level of
the lower baskets wheels, the drain

must be vented; otherwise the water in­side of the dishwasher may siphon out
during the course of a wash program.

Vent the drain:

Open the dishwasher door.

Additional note.

Since all Miele dishwashers are
equipped with an odor trap and non-re­turn valve, the drain hose can be con­nected directly to the drain pipe as illus­trated.

If plumbing codes require an external
air gap on the discharge side of the
dishwasher, the following requirements
must be met:

– No part of the drain hose should be

higher than 39" (1 mm).

– If installed horizontally, the drain

hose can be up to 12 ft. (3.5 m) long.
If the drain hose is angled upwards
in any way, it cannot be longer than
5 ft. (1.5 m).

– The drain connection should be

made as close as possible to the
dishwasher.

– The internal diameter (7/8" or 22 mm)

of the drain hose should not be re­duced at any point.

Cut off the vent cap located at the

right rear of the dishwasher, behind

the filters, as illustrated

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Technical Data

Technical Data

Height 33 1/8" (84 cm) adjustable to 35" (89 cm)
Width 23 1/2 " (59.8 cm)
Width of opening 23 5/8" (60 cm)
Depth 22 1/2" (57 cm) U and i models
Depth with door open 47 1/2" (120.5 cm) U and i models
Voltage 110/120 V AC
Rated load 12.5 A / 1500 W
Fuse rating 15 A
Water pressure 4.5 - 145 psi (0,3 - 10 bar)
Hot water connection 120°F (49°C ) (max 140°F (60°C))
Drain height 3 ft (1 m) maximum
Drain length 12 ft (3.5 m) maximum
Power cord length approx. 5 ft (1.5 m)

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