Operating instructions
for Washing machine
Paramount
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the machine it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed and used for the
first time.
G
M.-Nr. 06 937 010
Caring for our 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
materials away, please ensure they are
offered for recycling.
Disposal of your old appliance
or machine
Electrical and electronic appliances /
machines often contain materials
which, if handled or disposed of
incorrectly, could be potentially
hazardous to human health and to the
environment. They are, however,
essential for the correct functioning of
your appliance or machine. Please do
not therefore dispose of your old
machine or appliance with your
household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre and ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
It should be unplugged or disconnected
from the mains electricity supply by a
competent person. The plug must be
rendered useless and the cable cut off
directly behind it to prevent misuse.
See the "Warning and Safety" section of
this booklet for further details.
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Contents
Caring for our environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Disposal of your old appliance or machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operating the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Washing environmentally and economically. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Energy and water consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
How to wash correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Final spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Rinse and interim spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
To omit the final spin (Rinse hold). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin (Without spin u). . . . . . . . . . 19
Delay start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Garment care label symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Changing the programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Cancelling a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Changing a programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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Contents
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
The correct detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Water softeners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Washing with several components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Fabric conditioners and liquid starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry
at the end of a programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Colour run and dye removers / dyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
External casing and fascia panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
E-Cloth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Extra cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Cleaning the siphon and conditioner channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Cleaning the water inlet filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
To clean the filter in the union in the open end of the inlet hose: . . . . . . . . . . . 34
To clean the filter in the water inlet valve: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
The programme does not start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Fault messages in the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
An unsatisfactory wash result . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
The drum door does not open when you press the Door button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or
power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Blocked drain outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Future updates (PC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Appliance guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
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Contents
Installation surface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Transporting the machine to its installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Removing the transit fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Re-fitting the transit bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Levelling the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
The Miele water protection system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Connection to the water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Connection to the drainage system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Electrical connection U.K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Notes for test institutes: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Programmable functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
To access programmable functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
To select a programmable function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
To alter a programmable function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
To come out of programmable functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Language F. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Water plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Gentle action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Suds cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Temperature unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Keypad tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Standby display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Anti-crease. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
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Warning and Safety instructions
To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the machine please read
these instructions carefully before
using it for the first time. They
contain important information on its
safety, use and maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and ensure that new users are
familiar with the content. Pass them
on to any future owner of the
machine.
Correct usage
Only use the washing machine to
wash items which are specified by
the manufacturer to be
machine-washable on the wash-care
label, and textiles composed of
hand-washable wool or wool blend
fabrics as well as satin, lace, silk and
other hand-washable garments. Any
other applications may be dangerous.
The manufacturer is not liable for
damage resulting from improper use or
operation.
Technical safety
Before setting up the machine,
check it for any externally visible
damage.
Do not install or use a damaged
machine.
the data plate match the mains
electricity supply. If in any doubt,
consult a qualified electrician.
when continuity is complete between
the machine and an effective earthing
system which complies with local and
national safety regulations. It is most
important that this basic safety
requirement is present and regularly
tested, and where there is any doubt
the household wiring system should be
inspected by a qualified electrician.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for the consequences of an inadequate
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
extension lead. Extension leads do not
guarantee the required safety of the
machine (e.g. danger of overheating).
Unauthorised repairs could result in
unforeseen dangers for the user, for
which the manufacturer cannot accept
liability. Repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele approved
technician.
Ensure current is not supplied to the
machine until after maintenance or
repair work has been carried out.
Before connecting the machine,
ensure that the connection data on
The electrical safety of this
machine can only be guaranteed
Do not connect the machine to the
mains electricity supply by an
The machine is built in accordance
with current safety requirements.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The machine is only completely
isolated from the electricity supply
when:
it is switched off at the wall socket
–
and the plug is withdrawn, or
it is switched off at the mains, or
–
the mains fuse is withdrawn, or
–
the screw-out fuse is removed (in
–
countries where this is applicable).
This machine must only be
connected to the on-site water
supply using a new hose kit. Old hoses
must not be re-used.
Faulty components must only be
replaced by genuine Miele original
spare parts. Only when these parts are
fitted can the safety standards of the
machine be guaranteed.
If the connection cable is faulty it
must only be replaced by a Miele
approved service technician to protect
the user from danger.
Use
This equipment may only be used
in mobile installations such as
ships, caravans, aircraft etc. if a risk
assessment of the installation has been
carried out by a suitably qualified
engineer.
Do not install your washing
machine in rooms where
temperatures below freezing may
occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split.
The reliability of the electronic control
unit may be impaired at temperatures
below freezing point.
Before using the machine for the
first time, check that the transit
fittings at the rear of the machine have
been removed (see section on
"Installation"). During spinning, a transit
fitting which is still in place may result in
damage to both the machine and
adjacent furniture or appliances.
In countries where there are areas
which may be subject to infestation
by cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the
machine 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 guarantee.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Turn off the stopcock if the
machine is to be left for any length
of time (e.g. holiday), especially if there
is no floor drain (gully) in the immediate
vicinity.
Flooding danger.
If hooking the drain hose into a
wash basin, check that the water can
drain off quickly enough to prevent the
sink from overflowing. Make sure the
drain hose is secure, so that the force
of the water flowing out of the hose
does not dislodge it.
Take care to ensure that foreign
objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins,
paper clips) do not find their way into
the machine with the laundry. These
may damage components of the
machine (e.g. suds container, drum),
which in turn can result in damage to
the laundry.
If the correct amount of detergent
is dispensed, the machine should
not need to be descaled. If, however,
you do wish to descale the machine
only use proprietary non-corrosive
descaling agents and strictly observe
the instructions on the packaging. If in
doubt contact the Miele Customer
Service Dept. or your Miele Dealer.
Textiles which have been
pre-treated in solvent based
cleaning agents must be thoroughly
rinsed in clean water before being
washed in the machine.
Never use solvent based cleaning
agents, e.g. those containing
benzene, in this machine, as this may
result in damage to component parts
and create toxic fumes. Such agents
also pose a fire and explosion hazard.
Never use solvent based cleaning
agents, e.g. those containing
benzene, to clean the outside surfaces
of this machine. They can cause
damage to plastic surfaces.
Only use dyes specified by the
manufacturer as being suitable for
use in a domestic washing machine.
Always observe the manufacturer's
instructions carefully.
Colour run and dye removers
contain sulphur compounds which
can cause damage such as corrosion.
Do not use these products in this
machine.
Always make sure the drum is
stationary before reaching into it to
remove laundry. Reaching into a
moving drum is extremely dangerous.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Safety with children
This machine is not a toy! To avoid
the risk of injury do not allow
children to play on or near it or to play
with the controls. Supervise its use by
the elderly or infirm, and supervise
children whilst you are operating the
machine.
For machines with a 'porthole'
door, remember that the porthole
glass will be hot when washing at very
high temperatures.
Do not let children touch it.
Accessories
Accessory parts may only be fitted
when expressly approved by Miele.
If other parts are used, guarantee,
performance and product liability
claims will be invalidated.
Disposal of your old machine
Before discarding an old machine,
switch it off at the wall socket and
unplug it. Render the plug useless. Cut
off the cable directly behind the
machine to prevent misuse. This should
be done by a competent person.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning
and Safety instructions.
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Operating the machine
Control panel
a Start/Stop button
For starting the programme selected
and cancelling a programme once it
has started.
b Extra option buttons
Various extra options can be added
to the washing programmes.
c Display
See the following page for more
information.
d Delay start button
For delaying the start time of a
programme.
e Temperature button
For selecting a temperature.
f Spin speed button
For selecting the final spin speed or
Rinse holdorWithout spin
g PC / Optical interface
This is used by service technicians
to run diagnostic checks on your
machine and can also be used to
update programming data in the
future.
h Programme selector
For selecting a programme. The
indicator light next to the selected
programme will come on. The
programme selector can be turned
clockwise or anti-clockwise.
i I-On/0-Off button
For switching the machine on or off.
j Door button
Opens the machine door.
u.
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The following are selected via the
display:
– wash temperature
– spin speed
– delay start
– cancellation of a programme
– safety lock
– programmable functions
The display also shows:
–
the programme duration
–
the programme sequence
Operating the machine
Programme duration
After the start of a programme, the
estimated programme duration will
appear in the display in hours and
minutes.
When delay start is being used, the
programme duration will appear after
the delay start time has elapsed.
During the first 8 minutes the washing
machine measures how much water is
being absorbed by the laundry and
uses this to calculate the load. The
programme duration may be longer or
shorter depending on this absorbency
rate.
Delay start
The delay start time selected will
appear in the display.
After the
pressed, the delay start time will start
counting down. If the delay start time is
more than 10 hours, it will count down
by the hour. If it is less than 9 hours and
59 minutes it will count down minute by
minute.
Start/Stop
button has been
Once the delay start time has elapsed,
the programme begins and the
estimated programme duration shows
in the display.
Programmable functions
The programmable functions can be
used to tailor washing programmes to
suit your individual requirements. In
programming mode, the display will
show the function selected.
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Before using for the first time
Before using the machine for the first
time ensure that it is correctly
installed and connected. See
"Installation and connection". Also
check that the drain filter is securely
tightened to prevent the risk of water
leaks during use.
For safety reasons, spinning is not
possible until the machine has been
prepared for using for the first time. To
activate the spinning function you must
run a wash programme without laundry
and without detergent.
Using detergent could result in an
excessive build-up of foam.
This also activates the ball valve. The
ball valve prevents detergent escaping
from the suds container into the sump
during a wash programme, thus making
maximum use of the detergent.
^ Press the
If the washing machine is being
switched on for the first time, the
welcome screen will appear.
The welcome screen will appear in
the display every time the machine is
switched on until a programme
lasting longer than 1 hour has been
completed.
I-On/0-Off
button in.
F deutsch
If the language shown is not the one
^
you want, select the language you do
want by turning the programme
selector. Confirm your selection by
pressing the
Reminder to remove transport struts
To avoid the risk of damage, the
transport struts must be removed
before the machine is used for the
first time. See "Installation and
connection" for instructions on how
to do this.
^ After removing the transport struts (if
this has not already been done by
your fitter), press the
button.
Running your first programme
Your machine is now ready for the first
programme to be run.
The
Cottons
will come on.
^
Open the stopcock.
^
Press the
^
At the end of the programme switch
the machine off.
Start/Stop
button.
Start/Stop
programme indicator light
Start/Stop
button.
Setting the language
You will be asked to select the
language you require for the display. It
is possible to change the language at
any time via the programmable
functions.
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The machine is now ready for use.
Washing environmentally and economically
Energy and water consumption
Water consumption and energy
–
usage are determined by the size of
the load.
To make the most out of your
machine, load the maximum dry load
for the programme you are using.
Use the
–
programmes for small loads.
When smaller amounts of laundry are
–
washed using the
programme, the automatic load
recognition system will reduce the
amount of water, time and energy
used. This may mean that the time
left shown in the display is adjusted
during the course of the wash
programme.
– Using the
instead of the
programme will give energy savings
of between 35% and 45%. This is
sufficient for most levels of soiling.
Automatic
Cottons 60°C
and
Express
Cottons
programme,
Cottons 95°C
Detergent
Do not exceed the amounts of
–
detergent recommended by the
manufacturer on the packaging.
Adjust the dosage to the degree of
–
soiling of the laundry.
Reduce the amount of detergent with
–
smaller loads (approx.
the amount recommended can be
used when washing a half load).
Choosing the correct extra option
(Short and Pre-wash)
Select:
– A wash programme together with the
Short
extra option for light to normal
soiling where there are no obvious
marks.
– A wash programme without any extra
options for normal to heavy soiling
with visible staining.
– The
Pre-wash
with large amounts of dirt (e.g. dust,
sand).
extra option for laundry
1
/3less than
When drying with a tumble dryer
–
Selecting the highest possible spin
speed for the wash programme will
save energy when drying in a tumble
dryer afterwards.
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How to wash correctly
Brief instructions
The headings numbered A, B, C, . . .
show the operating sequence and can
be used as brief instructions.
A Sort the laundry
^ Empty all pockets.
,
Foreign objects (e.g. nails,
coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause
damage to garments and
components in the machine.
^
Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should
be cleaned as soon as possible,
preferably whilst still fresh. Spillages
should be carefully dabbed off using
a soft colourfast cloth. Do not rub!
Badly soiled areas can be pre-treated
with liquid detergent, stain removers
etc. first, following the manufacturer's
instructions. With particularly stubborn
stains ask your dry cleaner for advice.
If you use a solvent-based clean
,
ing agent (e.g. one containing ben
zene) to pre-treat a stain, make sure
that any plastic parts (e.g. buttons)
are protected, and that the cleaning
agent is rinsed off before washing the
garment in the machine.
Do not use solvent-based
,
cleaning agents in this machine.
Sort the laundry by colour and by
^
care label. Most garments have a
textile care label in the collar or side
seam.
Dark textiles often contain excess dye
and should be washed separately
several times before being included in
a mixed load. Always wash whites and
coloureds separately.
– Curtains: Remove lead weights first
or place in a laundry bag.
–
Underwiring and collar stiffeners:
Any loose wiring in bras, shirt collar
stiffeners, etc. should be removed or
sewn in.
–
Knitted garments, trousers and
jeans, T-shirts and sweat shirts: Turn
inside out, if recommended by the
manufacturer.
–
Close any zips, fasten hooks and
eyes etc before washing.
–
Fasten duvet covers etc. to prevent
small items from being rolled up
inside them.
Do not wash any items in this machine
which are specified by the
manufacturer as not washable on the
care label. (h symbol)
-
-
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How to wash correctly
B Switch on the washing machine
C Load the drum
Press the
^
drum door.
Unfold the laundry and load loosely
^
in the drum. Mixing both large and
small items gives better wash results
and also helps distribute the load
evenly during spinning.
The most efficient use of energy and
water is achieved when a full load is
washed. However, do not overload as
this causes creases and reduces
cleaning efficiency.
Make sure that no garments are
caught between the drum door and
seal.
Door
button to open the
D Select a programme
^ Turn the programme selector
clockwise or anti-clockwise to the
required programme. The
programme indicator light for the
programme selected will come on.
E Select a temperature / spin speed
The suggested temperature and/or spin
speed can be changed.
1:49 60° 1600
^
Shut the door with a gentle swing.
^
Press the
the temperature and press the
speed
Temperature
button to alter the spin speed.
button to alter
Spin
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How to wash correctly
F Select an extra option(s)
^ Select any extra options by pressing
the appropriate button. The relevant
indicator light will come on to show
which extra option has been
selected.
Not all the extra options are suitable for
use with every programme.
You can only select extra options which
are compatible with the basic
programme being used.
Short
For light to normal soiling with no visible
staining.
The duration of the main wash is
reduced.
Water plus
The water level in the main wash and
the rinses will be increased if the
plus
option is selected.
However, you can select other settings
for
Water plus
"Programmable functions".
Pre-wash
For laundry with large amounts of dirt
e.g. dust, sand.
Buzzer
An audible tone sounds repeatedly at
the end of a programme and when
Rinse hold is reached. The buzzer will
sound repeatedly until the machine is
switched off. The volume of the buzzer
can be changed, see "Programmable
functions".
G Select Delay start (if required)
The start of a programme can be
delayed from 30 minutes up to 24
hours, allowing you to make use of
night-time economy electricity rates, for
example.
See "Delay start" for more information.
. These are described in
Water
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H Add detergent
It is important to dispense the correct
amount, because . . .
. . . too little detergent results in:
Laundry not getting properly clean
–
and with time it may become grey
and hard to the touch.
Greasy particles clinging to the
–
laundry.
Limescale deposits on the heater
–
elements.
. . . too much detergent results in:
– Excessive foam which causes a low
level of agitation and poor wash,
rinse and spin results.
– Higher water consumption (an
additional rinse cycle will
automatically switch in).
– A burden to the environment.
How to wash correctly
Pull out the detergent drawer and
^
place detergent in the compartments
as follows:
i
Detergent for the pre-wash (divide
the total recommended amount as
follows: add
2
and
/3to compartment j)
j
Detergent for the main wash
1
/3to compartment i
§
Fabric conditioner or liquid starch
^
Close the detergent drawer.
See "Detergent" for further information.
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How to wash correctly
I Start the programme
Press the flashing
^
Start/Stop
If a delay start time has been selected,
then this will count down in the display.
At the end of the delay start time or im
mediately after the programme has
started (if no delay start time has been
selected) the estimated programme
duration will appear in the display.
During the first 8 minutes the machine
measures how much water is being
absorbed by the laundry. The
programme duration may be longer or
shorter depending on this absorbency
rate.
The programme sequence is also
shown in the display. The washing
machine shows you when each section
of the programme is reached.
J Remove the laundry when the
programme has finished
In the anti-crease phase after the
programme has finished, the following
will appear alternately in the display:
0:00 Anti-crease
and
0:00 Finish
^
Press the
Door
button to open the
drum door.
button.
Check that all items have been
removed from the drum. Items left in
the drum could discolour other items
in the next wash or become
discoloured themselves.
-
^ Check the folds in the door seal for
any small articles, e.g. buttons, which
might be lodged there.
^ Switch the machine off with the
I-On/0-Off
^
Close the drum door. Otherwise there
button.
is the danger of objects being placed
inadvertently in the drum. If these
remained unnoticed and were
washed in the next load, they could
damage the laundry.
^
Remove the laundry.
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Spinning
Final spin speed
Programme rpm
Cottons 1600
Minimum iron 1200
Delicates 600
Woollens 1200
Silks 400
Express 1600
Automatic 1200
Shirts 600
Denim 900
Outerwear 800
Dark garments 1200
Spin 1600
You can reduce the final spin speed.
However, you cannot select a final spin
speed higher than that shown in the
chart above.
Rinse and interim spin
There is a spin after the main wash and
between the rinses. A reduction in the
final spin speed will also reduce the
interim spin speed. If a spin speed of
less than 700 rpm is selected for a
Cottons
is introduced.
programme, an additional rinse
To omit the final spin (Rinse hold)
Select the
^
the
Rinse hold
Spin speed
setting using
button. The laundry
will not be spun and will remain
suspended in the final rinse water.
This reduces creasing if the laundry
is not going to be removed from the
drum immediately after the end of the
programme.
To start the final spin
–
:
The washing machine will display the
maximum spin speed possible. You
can select a spin speed lower than
this. Start the final spin by pressing
the
Start/Stop
– To end the programme
Press the
drain away. Press the
button.
:
Door
button. The water will
Door
button
again to open the door.
To omit rinse and interim spin and
the final spin (Without spin u)
^
Select the
using the
Without spin
Spin speed
setting u
button. The
laundry is not spun after the final
rinse. The water will drain away and
the machine will go straight into the
anti-crease stage. An additional
rinse is introduced if this setting is
selected with the
iron
,
Express
Cottons,Minimum
and
Automatic
programmes.
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Delay start
Delay start allows you to choose when
you want the programme to start. The
start of a programme can be delayed
from 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24
hours, allowing you to make use of
night-time economy electricity rates, for
example.
Selecting delay start
Press the
^
following will appear in the display:
0:30 ] 60° 1600
Each press on the
^
increases the delay start time:
– in 30 minute steps up to 10 hours,
– in 1 hour steps from 10 hours
upwards.
If you keep the
pressed in, the time will continue to
count up to 24 hours.
Activating delay start
Delay start
Delay start
Delay start
button. The
button
button
Altering delay start
You can change the delay start time at
any time by pressing the
button.
Cancelling delay start before delay
start has been activated
Press the
^
appears in the display. Then press
the
cancel delay start.
If you cancel delay start after the delay
start time has started counting down,
the washing programme will start immediately.
Delay start
Delay start
button again briefly to
Delay start
until 24 h
^
Press the
delay start. The following will appear
in the display:
4:30 ] until start
After the delay start time has elapsed,
the washing programme will start and
the estimated programme duration and
the programme sequence will show in
the display.
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Start/Stop
button to activate
Programme chart
Cottons
9876
Fabric Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling,
underwear, T-shirts etc.
Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash
Note for test institutes:
Short programme: 3.0 kg load and
Minimum iron
421876
Fabric Synthetics, mixed fibres and easy care cottons. If fabrics have a
high proportion of man-made fibres it is advisable to programme
the machine for "Gentle action". See "Programmable functions".
Note Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.
Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash
Delicates
421ac
Fabric For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres,
rayon and easy care cottons.
Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washable
by the manufacturer.
Notes – Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with
pre-wash advisable.
–
For curtains which crease easily, reduce the spin speed or
deselect the spin.
Extra options Short, Pre-wash
Woollens
/ac
Fabric Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics.
If the care label does not specify a temperature, wash using the
cold setting.
30°C to 95°C Max. load 6.0 kg
Short
extra option
30°C to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg
cold to 60°C Max. load 2.0 kg
cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg
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Programme chart
Silks /c cold to 30°C Max. load 1.0 kg
Fabric Silks and other handwashable fabrics with no wool content, e.g.
satin, lace and silk.
Note Place tights, bras etc. in a washing bag.
Extra option Water plus
Express 76 cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg
Fabric Small loads of items which require freshening up and which can
be washed in a
Note This programme can be used for rinsing individual items. Select
cold
the
Extra option Water plus
Automatic
7621
Fabric Mixed loads of garments suitable for the
iron
Shirts cold to 60°C Max. load 2.0 kg
Notes – Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary.
– Wash silk garments in the
Extra options Short, Water plus
Denim cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg
Notes
Extra options Short, Pre-wash
–
–
setting, and do not add any detergent.
programmes. Sort according to colour.
Wash denim inside out.
Denim often contains excess dye and will run during the first
few washes. Wash light and dark coloured items separately.
Cottons
cold to 40°C Max. load 3.5 kg
programme.
Silks
programme.
Cottons
and
Minimum
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Programme chart
Outerwear cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg
®
Garment Outerwear made from micro-fibres such as Gore-Tex
®
, WINDSTOPPER®etc.
Notes
SYMPATEX
Zip up jackets before washing.
–
Do not use fabric conditioner.
–
Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash
Dark garments cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg
Item Black and dark garments made from cotton or mixed fibres.
Note Wash inside out.
Extra option Short
Spin
Notes – Drain only: Select Without spin u.
– Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.
,
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Programme sequence
Main wash Rinses Spinning
Water
level
Cottons d a ( 2-4
Minimum iron d a ( 2-3
Delicates e b e 3 – L
Woollens ( c ( 2 LL
Silks e d e 2 – L
Express d a ( 2-3
Automatic ( a ( 2-3
Shirts ( a ( 2 – L
Denim ( a ( 3 – L
Outerwear ( b e 3 L
Dark garments ( a ( 3 LL
Spin –– –––L
Wash
rhythm
Water
level
Rinses Interim
spin
1)
2)
2)
2)
LL
LL
LL
LL
3)
Final
spin
L
d = Low water level
( = Medium water level
e = High water level
a= Normal wash rhythm
b= Gentle action
c= Woollens
d= Silks
See the following page for more information about the programme sequences.
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Programme sequence
This machine has fully electronic
controls with automatic load
recognition. It takes in the right amount
of water required for the programme
depending on the amount of laundry
and its absorbency rate. This means
that programme cycles and durations
can vary.
The programme sequences outlined in
the chart are based on the basic
programme with a full load. Extra
options which can be selected have not
been taken into account.
The display shows the stage the
programme has reached.
Special features in the programme
sequences:
Anti-crease:
At the end of every programme, with
the exception of the
Woollens
programme, the drum continues to turn
at intervals for up to 30 minutes to help
prevent creasing. The door can be
opened and laundry removed at any
time during the anti-crease phase.
1)
A second rinse is carried out when a
temperature of 60°C to 95°C has
been selected. A third rinse is
carried out when a temperature
below 60°C is selected.
A third/fourth rinse is carried out if:
– there is too much foam in the drum
– a spin speed lower than 700 rpm has
been selected
–
Without spin
2)
A third rinse takes place
u has been selected
automatically if:
Without spin
3)
In the
Outerwear
u has been selected
programme,
laundry is only spun after the main
wash.
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Garment care label symbols
Washing
The figure quoted in the bucket is the
maximum temperature the garment
can be washed at. The number of
bars under the symbol indicates the
level of agitation permitted.
9 No bar under the symbol: =
normal agitation
4 One bar under the symbol: =
reduced agitation
c Two bars under the symbol: =
much reduced agitation
/ Hand wash (if no temperature
is specified use the lowest
temperature or cold)
h Do not wash
Drying
The number of dots indicates the
drying temperature
q Normal temperature
r Low temperature
s Do not tumble dry
Ironing
The number of dots indicates the
ironing temperature
I Hot iron (max sole plate temp.
approx. 200°C)
H Medium hot iron (max sole
plate temp. approx. 150°C)
G Cool iron (max sole plate
temp. approx. 110°C). Do not
steam iron garments carrying
this symbol.
J Do not iron
Professional cleaning
f Dry clean only. The letters
indicate the type of cleaning
p
agent required.
w Professional Wet Clean only
D Do not dry clean
Bleaching
x Any oxidising bleaching
agent can be used
{ Only use an oxygen based
bleach or a non-chlorine
bleach
z Do not bleach
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Changing the programme sequence
Cancelling a programme
You can cancel a programme at any
time after it has started.
Press the
^
Cancel programme
Press the flashing
^
again.
The suds will be pumped away.
If you want to remove the laundry:
Press the
^
If you want to select a different
programme:
^ Switch the machine off with the
0-Off
^ Switch the washing machine back on
again.
^ Select and start a new programme.
Start/Stop
Door
button.
button.
Start/Stop
button.
button
I-On/
Interrupting a programme
^
Switch the machine off with the
0-Off
button.
To continue with the same programme:
I-On/
Changing a programme
After the start of a programme it is no
longer possible to select a different
programme.
Temperature
It is possible to select a different
temperature up to 5 minutes after the
programme has started.
Press the
^
Spin speed
It is possible to change the spin speed
up until the final spin begins.
^ Press the
Extra options
It is possible to select or deselect the
Short
to five minutes after the programme has
started.
A programme cannot be cancelled
or changed if the safety lock has
been activated.
and
Water plus
Temperature
Spin speed
extra options up
button.
button.
^
Switch the machine back on with the
I-On/0-Off
button.
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Changing the programme sequence
Adding or removing laundry
after a programme has started
Door
Press the
^
drum door.
Add or remove items.
^
Close the drum door.
^
The programme will continue
automatically.
Please note:
Once a programme has started the
machine cannot recognise any
adjustment to the load.
For this reason, if laundry is added or
removed after the start of a programme,
the machine will always complete the
programme cycle assuming a full load
which can lead to an increase in the
programme duration shown in the
display.
The door cannot be opened, if:
–
the suds temperature is above 55°C.
–
the water is above a certain level.
–
the programme has reached the
Final spin
If you press the
above conditions are present, the
following will appear in the display:
button to open the
stage.
Door
button when the
Safety lock
The safety lock prevents the machine
from being opened, the programme
from being cancelled or the machine
from being switched off during a
wash programme.
To activate the safety lock
Press and hold in the
^
button after the programme has
started.
Stop or in 3 secs X
^ Keep the
until the time has elapsed and the
following appears in the display:
The safety lock is now activated. It is
deactivated automatically at the end of
the programme.
To deactivate the safety lock
^
Press and hold in the
button after the programme has
started.
^
Keep the
until the time has elapsed and the
following appears in the display:
Start/Stop
Locked X
Unlock in 3 secs X
Start/Stop
Start/Stop
button pressed in
Start/Stop
button pressed in
i Door locked
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Unlocked W
Detergent
The correct detergent
All modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable.
Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these are supplied with the detergent. Tablets
are suitable for full loads, but note that it may be impractical to reduce tablets for
smaller loads. Some tablets do not dissolve as rapidly as others, and may not be
suitable for programmes with short durations. Do not use biological detergents on
silk, as the enzymes may damage the silk. Instructions for use and recommended
dosage amounts are given on the detergent packaging.
Liquid detergent should be dispensed using a ball provided by the manufacturer
for programmes without a pre-wash.
For programmes with a pre-wash you will need to purchase a special container
from the Miele Spare Parts department which sits in the main wash compartment
j of the detergent dispenser drawer. Add liquid detergent to this container for
the main wash and to compartment i for the pre-wash.
All purpose
detergent for
Detergent for
coloured fabrics*
Detergent for
delicates
whites*
Cottons X X
Minimum iron X X
Delicates X
Woollens Liquid detergent for machine-washable woollens
Silks Liquid detergent for machine-washable silk and woollens
Express X X
Automatic X X
Shirts X X
Denim X
1)
Outerwear X
Dark garments X
1)
1) Only use liquid detergent
* Powder detergent, tablet detergent, liquid detergent and liquid tab detergent
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Detergent
The right amount to dispense will
depend on the following:
The quantity of laundry
–
The soiling level of the laundry
–
Lightly soiled
No visible dirt or stains. Possibly
slight body odour.
Normally soiled
Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight
stains.
Heavily soiled
Visible dirt and stains and/or dried on
soiling.
– The water hardness level.
Check with your local water supplier
if you do not know the hardness level
in your area.
Water softeners
A water softener can be used to cut
down on the use of detergents in hard
water areas. Dispense according to the
amount specified on the packaging.
First add detergent and then the water
softener.
Use a quantity of detergent as for soft
water.
Miele do not recommend connecting
the machine to a household water
softener.
Washing with several
components
If you wash using several components
(e.g. special application detergents),
we recommend always dispensing the
agents into compartment j in the
following order:
1. Detergent
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2. Water softeners
3. Stain remover
This way the agents are distributed
more evenly.
Fabric conditioners and liquid
starch
Fabric conditioners
make garments soft to handle and help
prevent static cling when tumble
drying.
Starch
stiffens and gives body to items of
laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths and bed
linen.
Automatic dispensing of fabric
conditioner or liquid starch to
laundry at the end of a programme
Detergent
If starching frequently, clean the
dispenser compartment, especially
the siphon tube, regularly. See
"Cleaning the detergent dispenser
drawer". Do not use powder starch
formulations or viscous liquid starch
in the § compartment as it will clog
up.
Colour run and dye removers /
dyes
Do not use
^
removers in this machine.
^ Dyes suitable for use in domestic
washing machines can be used.
However, please note that the salt
used in the dyeing process can
cause corrosion to stainless steel
components in the machine if you
dye frequently. Always observe the
manufacturer's instructions carefully.
colour run or dye
^
Add the fabric conditioner or liquid
starch to compartment §. Do not
exceed the maximum level mark.
It will be automatically dispensed in the
last rinse. At the end of the programme
a small amount of water remains in the
fabric conditioner compartment §.
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Cleaning and care
Disconnect the machine from the
,
mains electricity supply and
withdraw the plug from the socket
before cleaning the machine.
The washing machine must not
,
be hosed down.
External casing and fascia
panel
Clean the casing with a mild
^
non-abrasive cleaning agent or soap
and water using a well wrung-out
cloth. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
^ The drum can be cleaned using a
suitable proprietary stainless-steel
cleaning agent following the
manufacturer's instructions on the
packaging.
Extra cleaning
Carry out a hot wash (70°C or above)
with powder detergent approx. every 6
weeks to help prevent deposits building
up in the machine. These can occur
when washing is mainly done at low
temperatures, and also lead to
unpleasant smells. If you have no
reason to wash occasionally at this high
temperature, then run a Cottons 95°C
programme with detergent but no
laundry at regular intervals.
Cleaning the detergent
dispenser drawer
Remove detergent residues regularly.
,
Do not use solvents, abrasive
cleaners, glass cleaners or
all-purpose cleaning agents.
These might damage plastic
surfaces and other components
because of the chemicals they
contain.
E-Cloth
A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from
the Miele UK Spare Parts Department,
which is suitable for cleaning surfaces
such as stainless steel, glass, plastic
and chrome without the use of
chemicals. It can be washed 300 times.
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^
Pull out the detergent dispenser
drawer until a resistance is felt. Press
down the release catch and at the
same time pull the drawer right out of
the machine.
^
Clean the detergent drawer with
warm water.
Cleaning the siphon and conditioner
channel
1. Remove the siphon from
compartment § and rinse under
warm running water. Clean the
siphon tube in the same way.
2. Replace the siphon.
Cleaning and care
If starching frequently, thoroughly
clean the siphon, the siphon tube
and the fabric conditioner channel
regularly. A build-up of starch will
cause them to get clogged.
Cleaning the detergent dispenser
drawer housing
^
Clean the fabric conditioner channel
using a brush and warm water.
^ Use a bottle brush to remove
detergent residues and limescale
from the jets inside the detergent
dispenser drawer housing.
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Cleaning and care
Cleaning the water inlet filters
The washing machine has two filters to
protect the inlet valves.
These filters should be checked every
six months or so, or more often if there
are frequent interruptions to the water
supply.
To clean the filter in the union in the
open end of the inlet hose:
First turn off the stopcock.
^
Unscrew the threaded union
^
connecting the free end of the inlet
hose to the stopcock.
To clean the filter in the water inlet
valve:
Using pliers, carefully loosen the
^
ribbed plastic nut on the inlet valve
and unscrew.
^ Use pointed nose pliers to withdraw
the plastic filter by the bar (see
illustration). Clean, put back and
secure.
The two filters must be put back in
place after cleaning.
^
Remove the rubber seal 1 from the
recess.
^
Using pointed pliers, take hold of the
plastic filter bar 2, remove the filter
and clean it.
^
Put the filter and seal back in the
reverse order and reconnect the
hose.
^
Turn on the stopcock and check the
connection is watertight. If it leaks,
tighten the connection.
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Problem solving guide
With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the
machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right
without contacting the Service Department.
Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a
,
suitably qualified person in strict accordance with current local and national
safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.
The programme does not start
Problem Possible cause Remedy
The display remains
dark, and the Start/
Stop button indicator
light does not come
on.
You are asked to enter
a code.
The display is dark. The display has
There is no power to
the machine.
Access via a code has
been activated.
switched off
automatically to save
energy (Standby
mode).
Check whether
– the mains plug is plugged
in and switched on.
– the fuse or circuit breaker
has tripped.
Enter the code and confirm
the entry. Deactivate the code
if you do not wish this
message to appear in the
display the next time the
machine is switched on.
Press a button. Standby
comes to an end.
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Problem solving guide
Fault messages in the display
Problem Possible cause Remedy A
! lights up in the
display and
Drain fault
flashes.
! lights up in the
display and
Water inlet
fault
flashes.
! lights up in the
display and
Waterproof
fault
flashes.
! lights up in the
display and
Technical
fault
flashes.
Anti-crease
Chk detergent
flashes in the display.
The water outlet is
–
blocked or
restricted.
The drain hose has
–
Clean the drain filter and
–
the drain pump.
The maximum delivery
–
head is 1 m.
been fixed too high.
The water inlet is
–
blocked or
restricted.
Check whether
the stopcock is opened
–
properly.
– the inlet hose is kinked.
The water protection
Call the Service Department.
system has reacted.
There is a fault. Start the programme again.
If the fault message appears
again, contact the Service
Department.
Excessive foam has
built up during
washing.
Use less detergent next time
and follow the manufacturer's
instructions on dosage given
on the packaging.
A To switch off the fault message: Switch the machine off with
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I-On/0-Off
button.
General problems
Problem Possible cause Remedy
The machine shakes
during the spin cycle.
The pump makes
strange noises.
Large amounts of
detergent residue remain
in the detergent
dispenser drawer.
Fabric conditioner is not
completely dispensed or
too much water remains
in the § compartment.
The display is in a
different language.
The laundry has not
been spun satisfactorily.
When laundry is dry, it
feels hard to the touch.
Problem solving guide
The machine feet are
not level.
This is not a fault! These noises occur at the end of
a pump sequence as a normal part of the operation.
The water pressure is
too low.
Powder detergent
used in conjunction
with water softeners
tends to become
sticky.
The siphon tube is not
correctly positioned or
is clogged up.
A different language
has been selected in
the Programmable
functions - Language
J menu.
The spin speed
selected was too low.
Too vigorous wash
action.
Not enough detergent
used.
No fabric conditioner
used
Level the machine (see
"Installation and
connection").
Clean the filter in the
–
water inlet.
It may be useful to select
–
Water plus
the
option.
In future, add washing
powder into the dispenser
drawer first, and then add
the water softener.
Clean the siphon, (see
"Cleaning and care Cleaning the detergent
dispenser drawer").
Set the language you want.
The flag symbol will guide
you.
Select a higher spin speed
next time.
Programme in gentle action
and more water.
Increase detergent dose to
prevent limescale build-up
in laundry.
Use fabric conditioner in
last rinse.
extra
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Problem solving guide
An unsatisfactory wash result
Problem Possible cause Remedy
Liquid detergent
does not give the
required result.
Grey, greasy
particles cling to
washed laundry.
A stale smell is in
the drum and on
laundry.
White residues
which look like
powder detergent
are seen on dark
textiles after
washing.
Clothes are coming
out creased.
Liquid detergents
usually contain no
bleaching agents.
They do not remove
fruit, coffee and tea
stains.
Insufficient amounts of
detergent were used
to break down the
particles of grease in
heavily soiled laundry.
Low temperature
washing.
The detergent
contained compounds
(zeolites) to aid water
softening which are
not soluble in water.
They have ended up
on the laundry.
Programme was
overloaded.
The wrong programme
was used.
Use a general purpose
–
detergent containing a
bleaching agent.
Pour stain removers into
–
compartment j of the
dispenser drawer and liquid
detergent into a dispenser ball.
Never put stain removers and
–
liquid detergent together in the
dispenser drawer.
– Use more detergent.
– Before washing the next load
Cottons 95°C
run a
with powder detergent but
without a load.
– Before washing the next load
Cottons 95°C
run a
with powder detergent but
without a load.
–
Try and brush off the residues
with a soft brush once the
laundry is dry.
–
Wash dark textiles using a
detergent which contains no
zeolites. Liquid detergents
usually contain no zeolites.
–
Use the
programme.
–
Reduce quantity of clothes in
drum.
–
Check care labels and the
programme chart.
–
Use easy iron conditioners.
Dark garments
programme
programme
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Problem solving guide
The drum door does not open when you press the Door button
Possible cause Remedy
The machine is not
connected to the
electricity supply and/or is
not switched on.
The safety lock has been
activated.
Access via a code has
been activated.
Power cut. Open the drum door as described in the next
The door was not correctly
engaged.
There is still water in the
drum and the machine is
unable to drain.
For safety reasons the drum door cannot be opened if the suds temperature is
higher than 55°C.
Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and/or
switch the machine on with the
Deactivate the safety lock as described in
"Changing the programme sequence - Safety
lock".
Deactivate the code as described in
"Programmable functions - Code".
section.
Press hard against the lock side of the drum door
and then press the
Clean the drain filter and drain pump as described
in the next section.
Door
I-On/0-Off
button.
button.
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Problem solving guide
Opening the drum door in the
event of a blocked drain outlet
and/or power failure
Switch the washing machine off.
^
There is a lever behind the detergent
drawer fascia panel.
^ Remove the lever.
Blocked drain outlet
If the drain outlet is blocked, up to
25 litres of water will be retained in the
machine.
Caution: if laundry has been
,
washed at a high temperature, water
draining out of the machine will still
be hot. Danger of scalding!
Procedure for draining the machine
Place a suitable container under the
^
access flap.
When draining water from the
machine, do not unscrew the drain
filter completely or take it right out.
^
Use it to open the access flap.
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^
Unscrew the drain filter lid until water
runs out.
To interrupt the flow of water:
^
Tighten the drain filter back up again.
Once the flow of water ceases:
Remove the drain filter completely.
^
^ Clean it thoroughly.
Problem solving guide
Make sure the drain filter is
,
securely tightened. Otherwise there
is a risk of water leakage during use.
Opening the drum door
Always make sure that the drum
,
is stationary before reaching into the
machine to remove laundry.
Reaching into a moving drum is
extremely dangerous.
^
Remove any foreign objects (e.g.
buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff from the
filter housing. Turn the impeller by
hand to check that it rotates freely.
Any foreign object causing an
obstruction should be removed.
^
Put the drain filter back in place and
secure.
^
Pull the emergency release
downwards (see illustration). The
drum door will open.
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After sales service
In the event of any faults which you
cannot remedy yourself, please
contact:
your Miele Dealer or
–
the Miele Service Department (see
–
back cover for contact details).
When contacting your Dealer or the
Service Department, please quote the
model and serial number of your
machine, both of which are shown on
the data plate visible above the
porthole glass when the door is open.
Future updates (PC)
The indicator light marked PC is the
interface used by Miele service
technicians during servicing work for
testing purposes and for updating the
machine's programme data.
Appliance guarantee
Please see the guarantee card
supplied with your machine.
Optional accessories
Optional accessories for this washing
machine are available from your Miele
Dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts
Department.
Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded for
training purposes.
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Front view
Installation and connection
a Inlet hose (tested to withstand
pressure of at least 7,000 kPa)
b Electricity supply cable
c - f Flexible drain hose (with
detachable swivel elbow)
g Control panel
h Detergent dispenser drawer
i Drum door
j Access to drain filter, drain pump
and emergency release
k Four height adjustable feet
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Installation and connection
Rear view
a Protruding lid for holding when
moving the machine
b Electricity supply cable
c Inlet hose (tested to withstand
pressure of at least 7,000 kPa)
d Drain hose
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e Transit bar covers
f Restraining clip for inlet hose and
drain hose
g Restraining clips for transit bars
when removed
Installation and connection
Installation surface
A concrete floor is the most suitable
installation surface for a washing
machine, being far less prone to
vibration during the spin cycle than
wooden floorboards or a carpeted
surface.
Please note the following points:
The machine must be level and
^
securely positioned.
To avoid vibrations during spinning,
^
the machine should not be installed
on soft floor coverings.
If installing on a wooden joist floor:
^ We recommend a plywood base (at
least 59x52x3 cm). The base should
span several joists and be bolted to
the joists and not only to the
floorboards. Check for the presence
of pipes and cables first.
If possible, install the machine in a
corner, as this is usually the most stable
part of the floor.
Transporting the machine to its
installation site
To manoeuvre the machine out of its
packing case to its installation site, hold
it by the front feet as well as by the
edge of the lid where it protrudes to the
rear of the washing machine.
Do not lift the machine by the drum
door.
Ensure that the machine feet and
,
the floor are dry to prevent the
machine from slipping during the
spin cycle.
Removing the transit fittings
,
If the machine is installed on a
raised plinth, it has to be secured
against slippage during spinning
using retaining clips (available from
the Miele Spare Parts Dept).
^
To remove the left and right covers
1. Use a screwdriver to prise out the
cover as illustrated.
2. Pull the cover forwards to remove.
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Installation and connection
Using the spanner supplied, turn the
^
left-hand transit bar 90°, then
Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°,
^
then
^
withdraw the transit bar.
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^
withdraw the transit bar.
Fit the covers onto the two holes.
^
Then plug the holes as shown with
the caps.
Installation and connection
The machine must not be moved
,
without the transit bars in place.
Store them as shown or keep them
in a safe place for future use. They
must be re-fitted if the machine is to
be moved again (e.g. when moving
house).
Re-fitting the transit bars
Re-fitting is carried out by reversing the
procedure.
^
Secure the transit bars to the back of
the washing machine. Make sure that
holes b are fitted over retainers a.
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Installation and connection
Levelling the machine
The machine must stand perfectly level
on all four feet to ensure safe and
proper operation.
Incorrect installation may increase
electricity and water consumption and
may cause the machine to move about.
Screwing out and adjusting the feet
The four adjustable screw feet are used
to level the machine. All four feet are
screwed in when the machine is
delivered.
Use a spirit level to check the
^
machine is standing level.
^ Hold foot 1 securely with a pipe
wrench. Turn counter nut 2 again
using the spanner supplied until it
sits firmly up against the housing.
,
All four counter nuts must sit
firmly up against the housing. Please
also check this for the feet which did
not need adjustment. Otherwise
there is the danger of the machine
moving about.
^
Using the spanner supplied, turn
counter nut 2 in a clockwise
direction. Then turn counter nut 2
together with foot 1 to unscrew.
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This washing machine is not suitable
for building under a worktop.
The Miele water protection
system
The Miele water protection system
protects the washing machine from
water damage.
The system consists of three main
components:
1) the inlet hose
2) the electronic unit and the washing
machine housing
3) the drain hose
1) Inlet hose
The inlet hose can withstand
pressure of more than 7,000 kPa.
2) Electronic unit and washing
machine housing
– Sump
Installation and connection
Overflow protection
–
This prevents the washing machine
taking in too much water. If the water
level exceeds a certain level, the
drain pump switches in and pumps
the excess water away.
3) Drain hose
The drain hose is protected by a
ventilation system which prevents the
washing machine from being
emptied completely.
Any leaking water is collected in a
sump in the base of the machine. A
float switches off the safety valves,
preventing any more water flowing
into the machine and water in the
suds container is pumped away.
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Installation and connection
Connection to the water supply
The machine should be connected to a
mains water supply in accordance with
local and national safety regulations.
The German authorities do not require it
to have a non-return valve as the
washing machine has been designed
to comply with DIN regulations.
The machine is designed to operate
with a flow pressure of between
100 kPa and 1,000 kPa. If it is higher
than 1,000 kPa it is essential to fit a
pressure reducing valve.
Connection to the mains water supply
should incorporate a mains stopcock
3
with
/4" thread. The stopcock should
be fitted by a qualified plumber.
,The connection point is subject
to mains water pressure. Turn on the
stopcock slowly and check for leaks.
Correct the position of the washer
and union if appropriate.
In order to protect the water inlet
valve, the two dirt filters - one in the
open end of the inlet hose, one at
the inlet point in the machine must
not be removed.
Extension hose
Longer hoses 2.5 or 4.0 m in length
–
are available from your Miele dealer
or the Miele Spare Parts Department
as optional extras.
The washing machine is not suitable
for connection to a hot water supply
and connection to a household
water softener is not recommended.
Maintenance and care
Only use a genuine Miele hose should
you ever need a replacement or
extension. These are tested to
withstand pressure of at least
7,000 kPa.
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Installation and connection
Connection to the drainage
system
The machine drains via a drain pump
with a delivery head of 1 metre*.
The drain hose must not be kinked as
this restricts drainage. The swivel elbow
at the end of the hose can be turned in
either direction, or can be detached if
required, with a sharp twist and pull.
If required, the drain hose can be
extended to a length of 5 m. The
necessary parts can be purchased
from the Miele Spare Parts Department
or your Miele dealer.
* For a delivery head of more than 1 m
(up to a maximum of 1.8 m) a second
duo-drain pump is available with the
corresponding kit from the Miele Spare
Parts Department or your Miele Dealer.
Drain hose connection:
1. Direct into a sink or basin:
Please note the following
Hook the hose over the edge and
–
secure.
Make sure that the water can drain
–
away freely without hindrance.
Otherwise there is a risk of water
overflowing or of some of the drained
water being sucked back into the
machine.
2. Connected securely to a plastic drain
pipe with a rubber nipple. There is no
need to use a non-return valve.
3. Connected securely to a standpipe.
4. Connected securely to a floor gully.
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Installation and connection
Electrical connection U.K.
All electrical work should be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person, in strict accordance with
current national and local safety
regulations (BS 7671 in the UK).
Ensure power is not supplied to the
appliance until after installation work
has been carried out.
The appliance is supplied with a mains
cable with moulded plug ready for
connection to a 230-240V mains
supply.
Please ensure the connection data
quoted on the data plate match the
household mains supply.
Connection should be made via a
suitable switched socket which is easily
accessible after installation.
For extra safety it is advisable to install
a residual current device (RCD), with a
trip current of 30 mA (in accordance
with DIN VDE 0664, VDE 0100 Section
739).
Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363
The fuse cover must be refitted when
changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover
is lost, the plug must not be used until a
suitable replacement is obtained. The
colour of the correct replacement cover
is that of the coloured insert in the base
of the plug, or the colour that is
embossed in words on the base of the
plug (as applicable to the design of
plug fitted).
Replacement fuses should be ASTA
approved to BS 1362 and have the
correct rating. Replacement fuses and
fuse covers may be purchased from
your local electrical supplier.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE
MUST BE EARTHED
Do not connect via an extension lead.
Extension leads do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (e.g.
danger of overheating).
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Consumption data
Load Consumption data
Energy Water Duration
in kWh in litres Short Normal
Cottons 95°C 6.0 kg 1.99 47 2 h 09 min
Minimum iron 40°C
Delicates 30°C 2.0 kg 0.35 69 49 min 59 min
Woollens / 30°C 2.0 kg 0.23 39 – 39 min
Silks / 30°C 1.0 kg 0.25 39 – 36 min
Express 40°C 3.0 kg 0.30 34 – 30 min
Automatic 40°C 3.5 kg 0.35 - 0.50 40 - 55 – 1 h 18 min
Shirts 60°C 2.0 kg 1.00 59 1 h 02 min 1 h 12 min
Denim 40°C 3.0 kg 0.50 52 50 min 1 h 00 min
Outerwear 40°C 2.0 kg 0.45 59 53 min 1 h 03 min
Dark garments 40°C 3.0 kg 0.60 60 1 h 05 min 1 h 15 min
Notes for test institutes:
1)
EN 60456 test programme
2)
Short programme for test institutes; the
1)
60°C
60°C 3.0 kg 0.73 39 1 h 03 min
40°C
40°C
6.0 kg 1.02 47 1 h 49 min
1)
6.0 kg 0.65 55 1 h 59 min
2)
3.0 kg 0.36 39 59 min
1)
3.0 kg 0.50 55 59 min 1 h 19 min
Short
extra option must be selected.
Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given depending on water
pressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room temperature, type and
volume of load, fluctuations in the electricity supply and any extra options
selected.
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Technical data
Height 850 mm
Width 595 mm
Depth 634 mm
Depth with door open 1074 mm
Weight 99 kg
Maximum floor load 1,600 Newton (approx. 160 kg)
Capacity 6 kg dry laundry
Voltage see data plate
Connected load see data plate
Fuse rating see data plate / plug
Consumption data see "Consumption data"
Water flow pressure minimum 100 kPa (1 bar)
Water flow pressure maximum 1,000 kPa (10 bar)
Inlet hose length 1.60 m
Drain hose length 1.50 m
Mains connection cable length 1.60 m
Delivery head max. 1.00 m
Maximum drainage length 5.00 m
LEDs Class 1
Test certificates awarded Radio/TV suppression, VDE
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Programmable functions
for changing default settings
The programmable functions are used to alter the machine's electronics to suit
changing requirements.
Programmable functions can be altered at any time.
Programmable functions
To access programmable functions
The programmable functions are
accessed via the
and the programme selector.
Before you begin, first ensure that:
The washing machine is switched off.
–
The machine is properly closed.
–
A Press the
it pressed in whilst carrying out steps
B-C.
B Press the
C As soon as . . .
Language F...
. . . appears in the display, release
the
Start/Stop
To select a programmable function
D Turn the programme selector until the
programmable function you require
appears in the display.
E Press the
your selection.
Start/Stop
Start/Stop
I-On/0-Off
button.
Start/Stop
button
button and keep
button in.
button to confirm
To alter a programmable function
You can see the different options
available for a programmable function
by turning the programme selector.
The option which is currently set will
have a tick L beside it.
F Turn the programme selector until the
option you want appears in the
display.
G Press the
activate this option.
To come out of programmable
functions
H Turn the programme selector until
Back
I Press the
Start/Stop
A appears in the display.
Start/Stop
button to
button.
Language F
The display can be set to appear in
one of several different languages.
The flag J after the word
acts as a guide to prevent a language
which will not be understood from
being set.
Language
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The language selected is saved to
memory.
Programmable functions
Water plus
This programmable function is used
to select the water intake setting for
the
Water plus
There are three different options:
Water +
(the machine is delivered with this
option selected)
The water level is increased in the wash
and rinse stages.
Extra rinse
An extra rinse is introduced in the
Cottons
programmes.
Water+ & Extra rinse
The water intake is increased in the
wash and rinse stages and an
additional rinse is also introduced in the
Cottons
programmes.
and
and
extra option.
Minimum iron
Minimum iron
Gentle action
Activating gentle action reduces the
drum action and is suitable for
washing slightly soiled items more
gently. It should be activated for
garments with a single bar under the
care label and for articles which feel
too hard after they have been dried.
Gentle action can be activated for the
Cottons
programmes.
The washing machine is delivered with
the Gentle action setting deactivated.
and the
Minimum iron
Suds cooling
When this is activated, additional
water flows into the drum at the end
of the main wash to cool the suds
down. Hot suds can damage plastic
drainage pipes.
Suds cooling takes place when
temperatures of 95°C and 75°C are
selected.
Suds cooling should be activated:
–
to prevent the danger of scalding if
the drain hose is hooked over the
edge of a sink or basin.
–
where the drainage pipes do not
comply with DIN 1986.
The machine is delivered with Suds
cooling deactivated.
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Programmable functions
Code
A code can be used to lock the
electronics on the washing machine
to prevent it being used without your
knowledge.
When the code has been activated, you
have to enter a code after switching the
washing machine on. Otherwise the
washing machine cannot be operated.
125
Press the
^
The following will appear in the display:
Code activated
Once the machine is switched off, it
can only be used again if the code is
entered.
Start/Stop
button.
Code ...
Press the
^
To activate the code
Activate
^ Press the
The display will now request that a
code is entered.
To enter the code
The code is 125 and cannot be altered.
Start/Stop
Start/Stop
button.
button.
O __ __
^
Turn the programme selector until the
first number appears in the display.
^
Confirm your selection of the number
by pressing the
^
Repeat the process until all three
numbers have been entered.
Start/Stop
button.
To use the washing machine when
the code is activated
When the machine is switched on
again, the display will request the code.
^ Enter code 125 as described above
and confirm the entry.
The washing machine is now unlocked
and ready for use.
To deactivate the code
Make sure the washing machine is
switched off and the door is properly
closed. Press the
keep it pressed in whilst you press the
l-On/0-Off
As soon as . . .
button in.
Start/Stop
button and
O __ __
. . . appears in the display, release
the
Start/Stop
^
Now enter the code and press the
Start/Stop
button.
button.
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^
Select
Code
and confirm
Deactivate
.
Programmable functions
Temperature unit
You can chose for the temperature to
be displayed as
°F/Fahrenheit
The machine is delivered with
°C/Celsius as the default setting.
°C/Celsius
.
or
Buzzer
When the buzzer function has been
activated, an audible tone sounds at
the end of a programme or when
Rinse hold is reached.
There are two volumes:
Normal
(the machine is delivered with this
option as the default setting.)
The buzzer sounds at the end of a
programme or when Rinse hold is
reached.
Loud
The buzzer sounds at maximum volume
Loud
at the end of a programme or
when Rinse hold is reached.
Keypad tone
An audible tone sounds each time a
button is pressed.
The machine is delivered with the
keypad tone deactivated.
Brightness
There are ten different display
brightness settings.
The bar chart shows you the setting.
The machine is delivered with the
display brightness on setting 5.
This will change as soon as a different
setting is chosen.
Contrast
There are ten different display
contrast settings.
The bar chart shows you the setting.
The machine is delivered with the
display contrast on setting 5.
This will change as soon as a different
setting is chosen.
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Programmable functions
Standby display
To save energy, the display goes out
and the indicator light for the
Stop
button will start flashing slowly.
The display will always go out,
if a programme is not selected within
–
10 minutes of the machine being
switched on.
10 minutes after the end of a
–
programme.
Pressing one of the buttons switches
the display back on again.
You can also choose whether you want
the display to go out 10 minutes after a
programme has started or to remain
visible throughout the programme.
On
The standby function is switched on.
When this option is selected, the
display will go out 10 minutes after a
programme has started.
Not in current prog.
(the machine is delivered with this
option selected)
Start/
Memory
The washing machine will store the
most recently selected settings
(programme, temperature, spin
speed and any extra options) in
memory once the programme has
started.
These settings will appear in the
display the next time the machine is
switched on.
The machine is delivered with the
memory function deactivated.
Anti-crease
Anti-crease helps prevent creasing if
laundry is not normally removed
immediately after the end of a
programme.
The drum will turn at intervals for up to
30 minutes after the programme has
finished.
The door can be opened and laundry
removed at any time during the
anti-crease phase.
On
The standby function is switched off.
The display will remain visible during a
programme.
606162
(the machine is delivered with this
option selected)
Anti-crease is activated.
Off
Anti-crease is deactivated.
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