Miele PWM 307 CC Operating instructions

Operating and installation
instructions

Washing machine

To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine, it is essen-
tial to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the
first time.

en-GB M.-Nr. 11 713 010

Contents

Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 6

Warning and safety instructions ...................................................................... 7

Operating the washing machine ...................................................................... 15

Control panel....................................................................................................... 15

Symbols on the control panel ............................................................................. 16

Symbols in the display ........................................................................................ 17

Sensor controls and touch display with sensor controls .................................... 18

Standard menu.................................................................................................... 18

Examples of how to operate the appliance......................................................... 19

Before using for the first time .......................................................................... 20

Washing environmentally and economically .................................................. 24

Detergent............................................................................................................. 24

1. Preparing the laundry.................................................................................... 25

2. Loading the washing machine ..................................................................... 26

3. Selecting a programme and settings .......................................................... 27

4. Adding detergent........................................................................................... 29

5. Starting the programme – end of the programme ..................................... 31

Delay start .......................................................................................................... 32

Programme chart .............................................................................................. 33

Special features in the programme sequence................................................ 35

Spinning .............................................................................................................. 35

Anti-crease .......................................................................................................... 35

Changing the programme sequence............................................................... 36

Changing a programme....................................................................................... 36

Cancelling a programme ..................................................................................... 36

Switching on the washing machine after an interruption to the power supply ... 36

Adding or removing laundry ................................................................................ 37

Detergent ........................................................................................................... 38

The correct detergent.......................................................................................... 38

Recommended detergents in accordance with Directive (EU) No.

1015/2010 ...................................................................................................... 38

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Contents

Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 39

Cleaning the casing and fascia panel ................................................................. 39

Cleaning the detergent drawer............................................................................ 39

Cleaning the drum, suds container and drainage system................................... 41

Cleaning the water inlet filters ............................................................................. 41

Problem solving guide ...................................................................................... 42

The wash programme does not start .................................................................. 42

Programme cancellation and error message....................................................... 43

A fault message appears in the display .............................................................. 44

An unsatisfactory wash result ............................................................................. 45

General problems................................................................................................ 46

The door will not open......................................................................................... 48

Opening the door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power cut ........ 49

Miele Service ..................................................................................................... 51

Contact in case of malfunction ........................................................................... 51

EPREL database ................................................................................................. 51

Optional accessories........................................................................................... 51

Installation.......................................................................................................... 52

Front view............................................................................................................ 52

Rear view............................................................................................................. 53

Installation locations............................................................................................ 54

Installation notes ................................................................................................. 54

Transporting the washing machine to its installation site.................................... 55

Installation surface .............................................................................................. 56

Removal of transit bars ....................................................................................... 56

Fitting the transit bars ......................................................................................... 58

Levelling the washing machine ........................................................................... 59

Holding bracket for plinth .............................................................................. 60

External control equipment ................................................................................. 62

Payment system............................................................................................. 62

Water connection ................................................................................................ 63

Cold water connection .................................................................................. 63

Drainage .............................................................................................................. 64

Drain pump..................................................................................................... 64

Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 65

Technical data.................................................................................................... 67

Conformity declaration........................................................................................ 68

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Contents

Consumption data............................................................................................. 69

Supervisor level ................................................................................................. 70

Code-based access ............................................................................................ 70

Changing the code.............................................................................................. 70

Opening the Supervisor level .............................................................................. 70

Exiting the Supervisor level ................................................................................. 70

Language............................................................................................................. 71

Brightness ........................................................................................................... 71

Clock display....................................................................................................... 71

Finish tone volume .............................................................................................. 71

Keypad tone volume ........................................................................................... 71

Welcome tone volume......................................................................................... 71

Fault alarm........................................................................................................... 71

Memory ............................................................................................................... 71

Anti-crease .......................................................................................................... 72

Suds cooling........................................................................................................ 72

"Display" switch-off status.................................................................................. 72

Delay start ........................................................................................................... 73

Programme name................................................................................................ 73

Visibility parameters ............................................................................................ 73

Pre-wash water ................................................................................................... 74

Main wash water ................................................................................................. 74

First rinse water................................................................................................... 74

Final rinse water .................................................................................................. 74

Low water pressure............................................................................................. 75

Water level Cottons............................................................................................. 75

Water level Minimum iron.................................................................................... 75

Cottons Pre-wash temp ...................................................................................... 75

Wash time Pre-wash ........................................................................................... 75

Wash time Cottons.............................................................................................. 76

Wash time Minimum iron..................................................................................... 76

Pre-rinse Cottons ................................................................................................ 76

Pre-rinse Minimum iron ....................................................................................... 76

Pre-wash Cottons/Min. iron ................................................................................ 76

Cottons rinses ..................................................................................................... 76

Min. iron rinses .................................................................................................... 76

Temp reduction.................................................................................................... 77

Auto load control................................................................................................. 77

COM module selection........................................................................................ 77

WiFi/LAN ............................................................................................................. 77

Network time ....................................................................................................... 78

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Contents

Remote................................................................................................................ 78

RemoteUpdate .................................................................................................... 79

SmartGrid ............................................................................................................ 79

Alternating current............................................................................................... 79

Heating ................................................................................................................ 79

Legal information................................................................................................. 80

Copyrights and licences for operator and control software ........................... 80

Payment system.................................................................................................. 80

Settings for payment systems........................................................................ 80

Feedback signal to pay system...................................................................... 81

Payment system lock ..................................................................................... 81

FOC programmes........................................................................................... 82

Delete paid signal........................................................................................... 82

Debounce time ............................................................................................... 82

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing mater­ial

The packaging is designed to protect
the appliance from damage during
transportation. The packaging materials
used are selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and should be recycled.

Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the manufactur­ing process and also reduces the
amount of waste in landfill sites.

Disposing of your old appli­ance

Electrical and electronic appliances of­ten contain valuable materials. They
also contain specific materials, com­pounds and components, which were
essential for their correct function and
safety. These could be hazardous to hu­man health and to the environment if
disposed of with your domestic waste
or if handled incorrectly. Please do not,
therefore, dispose of your old appliance
with your household waste.

Please dispose of it at your local com­munity waste collection / recycling
centre for electrical and electronic ap­pliances, or contact your dealer or
Miele for advice. You are also respons­ible for deleting any personal data that
may be stored on the appliance being
disposed of. Please ensure that your
old appliance poses no risk to children
while being stored prior to disposal.

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Warning and safety instructions

This washing machine complies with all current local and national
safety requirements. However, inappropriate use can lead to per­sonal injury and damage to property.

Read the operating instructions carefully before using the washing
machine. They contain important information on safety, installa­tion, use and maintenance. This prevents both personal injury and
damage to the washing machine.

In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and
strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in the
chapter on installing the washing machine as well as the safety in­structions and warnings.

Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance
with these instructions.

Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them
on to any future owner.

When instructing other people how to use the washing machine,
they must be made aware of these safety and warning instruc­tions.

Appropriate use

 The washing machine is only suitable for washing fabrics with a

care label stating that they are suitable for machine washing. Any
other applications may be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be
held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or
operation of the machine.

 This washing machine must be used as described in the operating

instructions and must be checked on a regular basis to make sure it
is functioning correctly. Maintenance must be carried out when ne­cessary.

 The washing machine is not suitable for outdoor use.
 This washing machine may also be operated in public areas.

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Warning and safety instructions

 This washing machine can only be used by people with reduced

physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or
knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown
how to use it in a safe way and understand and recognise the con­sequences of incorrect operation.

 Children under the age of 8 must not be allowed near the washing

machine unless they are constantly supervised.

 Children over the age of 8 may only use the washing machine

without supervision if its operation has been clearly explained to
them and they are able to use it safely. Children must be able to un­derstand and recognise the possible dangers caused by incorrect
operation.

 Children may not carry out cleaning or maintenance on the wash-

ing machine unsupervised.

 Always supervise any children in the vicinity of the washing ma-

chine. Never allow children to play with the washing machine.

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Warning and safety instructions

Technical safety

 Before setting up the washing machine, check it for any externally

visible damage. Do not set up or use a damaged washing machine.

 The electrical safety of the washing machine can only be guaran-

teed when correctly earthed.
It is most important that this basic safety requirement is tested and
in case of any doubt the on-site wiring system should be inspected
by a qualified electrician.
Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate
earthing system.

 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 service technician,
otherwise any subsequent damage will not be covered by the war­ranty.

 Do not make any alterations to the machine, unless authorised to

do so by Miele.

 The machine must be isolated from the electricity supply when

cleaning and maintaining the machine and in the event of a fault:

- switch off at the wall and disconnect the plug from the socket, or

- disconnect the fuse at the mains circuit board, or

- unscrew the on-site screw-in fuse.

See “Installation – Electrical connection”.

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Warning and safety instructions

 If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced

by a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from
danger.

 The washing machine must only be connected to the on-site wa-

ter supply using a new hose kit. Old hoses must not be re-used.
Check the hose regularly for signs of wear. Replace it in good time to
avoid the risk of leaks and subsequent damage.

 Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele ori-

ginal spare parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety standards of
the machine when Miele replacement parts are used.

 For reasons of safety, do not connect the machine to the mains

electricity supply by an extension lead, multi-socket adapter, or sim­ilar. These can overheat and are a fire hazard.

 In the case of commercial use, all relevant national provisions and

regulations (DGUV in Germany) relating to accident insurance are ap­plicable to this machine. It is recommended to carry out testing in
accordance with national regulations (e.g. the regulatory framework
described in DGUV100-500/Chapter 2.6/Section 4). The test book
required for the documentation is available from Miele.

 The machine must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.

on a ship).

 Please observe the instructions in “Installation” and “Technical

data”.

 If the washing machine is equipped with an electrical plug con-

nection, it must be easily accessible after installation so that the ma­chine can be disconnected from the electricity supply if necessary.

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Warning and safety instructions

 If the appliance is hard wired, an on-site all pole circuit breaker

must always be accessible to disconnect the washing machine from
the mains.

 Reliable and safe operation of this washing machine can only be

assured if it has been correctly connected to the mains electricity
supply.

 While the washing machine is under warranty, repairs should only

be undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise
the warranty will be invalidated.

Correct use

 The maximum dry laundry weight is 7.0kg. The maximum recom-

mended loads for individual programmes are given in the Programme
chart.

 Do not install your washing machine in a room where temperat-

ures 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

bars at the rear of the washing machine have been removed (see “In­stallation – Removing transit bars”). During spinning, transit bars
which are still in place may result in damage to both the machine
and adjacent furniture or appliances.

 Close the stopcock if the machine is to be left for any length of

time (e.g. while on holiday), especially if there is no floor drain (gully)
in the immediate vicinity.

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Warning and safety instructions

 Danger of flooding! If hooking the drain hose into a wash basin,

check that the water can drain off quickly enough to prevent the sink
from overflowing. Hook the hose over the edge and secure. If the
hose is unsecured, the force of the water flowing out of it can dis­lodge it from the basin.

 Take care to ensure that foreign objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins, pa-

per clips) do not find their way into the machine with the laundry.
These may damage components of the machine (e.g. suds con­tainer, drum). Damaged components can damage 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
it, only use special non-corrosive descaling agents and strictly ob­serve the instructions on the packaging. Special descaling agent is
available from your Miele dealer or from Miele Service. Strictly ob­serve the instructions for the descaling agent.

 For textiles that have been treated with solvent-based detergents,

always check whether they can be washed in a washing machine. To
check whether this is possible, refer to safety notes, information con­cerning the product's environmental properties, and other informa­tion.

 Never use solvent based detergents, e.g. those containing ben-

zine, in this machine. Doing so may result in damage to component
parts and create toxic fumes. Risk of fire and explosion.

 Benzine, petrol, paraffin, or any easily flammable liquid must not

be stored or used near the machine. Risk of fire and explosion

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Warning and safety instructions

 Only use dyes suitable for use in a washing machine. Always ob-

serve 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 washing machine.

 Avoid contact between stainless steel surfaces (front, lid, casing)

and liquid detergents or disinfecting agents which contain chlorine or
sodium hypochlorite. These agents can have a corrosive effect on
stainless steel. Aggressive vapours containing chlorine can also be
corrosive. Do not store open containers of these agents near the ma­chine.

 Do not use a pressure washer or hose to clean the washing ma-

chine.

 It is particularly important to observe manufacturer's instructions

when using a combination of cleaning agents and special application
products. Products must only be used for applications approved by
the manufacturer to avoid any material damage or the occurrence of
strong chemical reactions.

 If detergent has come into contact with the eyes, rinse out imme-

diately with plenty of lukewarm water. If detergent has accidentally
been ingested, seek medical advice immediately. People with dam­aged or sensitive skin should avoid contact with detergent.

 When adding or removing laundry during the main wash, your skin

may come into contact with detergent, particularly if the detergent is
dispensed externally. Take care when placing your hands inside the
drum. If suds have come into contact with the skin, rinse off immedi­ately with lukewarm water.

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Warning and safety instructions

Accessories

 Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used, war-

ranty, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.

 Miele tumble dryers and Miele washing machines can be installed

as a washer-dryer stack. This requires a Miele washer-dryer stacking
kit which can be purchased separately. Please ensure that the
washer-dryer connection kit is suitable for the Miele tumble dryer
and the Miele washing machine.

 If installing the machine on a Miele plinth (available as an optional

accessory), please make sure you order the correct one for this
washing machine.

 Miele will guarantee to supply functional spare parts for a min-

imum of 10years and up to 15years following the discontinuation of
your washing machine.

Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance
with these warning and safety instructions.

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Control panel

Operating the washing machine

a

Language sensor control
For selecting the current user lan­guage.
The system language is displayed
again at the end of the programme.

b

Touch display with sensor con­trols

Displays the selected programme.
The programme settings are selec­ted using the sensor controls in the
touch display.

c

Back sensor control
Takes you back one level in the
menu.

d

Start/Stop sensor control

Starts the selected programme and
cancels a programme once it has
started.

e

Optical interface

For the Customer Service Depart­ment.

f

Programme selector

For selecting the wash programme.
The programme selector can be
turned clockwise or anticlockwise.

g

button
For switching the washing machine
on and off.
The washing machine switches itself
off automatically to save energy. It is
switched off 15minutes after the
end of the programme/Anti-crease
phase, or after being switched on if
no further selection is made.

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Operating the washing machine

Symbols on the control panel

 Cottons
 Cottons /
 Express
 Minimum iron
 Delicates
 Woollens

ECO40-60 Cottons ECO40-60
/ Drain/Spin

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Symbols in the display



















Temperature: use the Temperaturesensor control to set the temperature
of the wash programme.

Spin speed: use the Spin speedsensor control to set the spin speed of
the wash programme.

Pre-wash: use the Pre-washsensor control to select the Pre-washExtra
for a wash programme.

Rinse plus: use the Rinse plussensor control to add an extra rinse cycle
to a wash programme.

Further choices: use the Further choicessensor control to set further op-
tions.

Supervisor level: use the Supervisor levelsensor control to alter the
washing machine’s settings.

Delay start: use the Delay startsensor control to set the start time of a
wash programme...

...or the finish time

Operating the washing machine

...or the time until the programme starts.

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Operating the washing machine



1600

 

Coloured items

60°C

h

0:59



1600

 

Cottons 

2:59

h





Sensor controls and touch dis­play with sensor controls

The sensor controls ,  and
Start/Stop and the sensor controls in
the display respond to finger tip con­tact. Every touch of a sensor is con­firmed with an audible tone. You can
adjust the volume of the keypad tone or
switch it off (see information on “Super­visor level”).

The control panel with sensor con­trols and the touch display can be
scratched by pointed or sharp ob­jects, e.g. pens.

Only touch the display with your fin­gers.

Standard menu

The standard menu of a wash pro­gramme displays different values de­pending on the programme.

For programmes with a fixed temperat­ure setting:

- Selected programme with the set
temperature

- Programme running time

- Spin speed set

- Selectable Extras

- Further available options and the set­tings on the Supervisor level

For programmes with a variable temper­ature setting:

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- Selected programme

- Programme running time

- Temperature set

- Spin speed set

- Selectable Extras

- Further available options and the set­tings on the Supervisor level

Operating the washing machine



Language





deutsch

čeština

english

(AU)

dansk



Spin speed

800

1000

400

0

1200

1600

Finish

(today)







10

OK





25:

Examples of how to operate the appliance

Option lists

The andarrows on the right of the
display indicate that choices are avail­able.

The list scrolls down when the
sensor is touched. The list scrolls up
when the sensor is touched.

The scroll bar indicates that further op­tions follow.

The currently selected value is marked
with a frame.

Touch the required value to select it.

Setting numerical values

To change a numerical value, use the
andarrows above or below the
numbers you want to change.

Touch theandarrows and confirm
with the OK sensor.

Exiting a sub-menu

Select the Backsensor to exit a sub­menu.

If you select a value in a sub-menu, but
do not confirm with OK, you can dis­card this value by touching the
sensor.

Easy selection

If there are no arrows, the selection is
limited to the displayed values.

The currently selected value is marked
with a frame.

Touch the required value to select it.

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Before using for the first time



Language





deutsch

čeština

english

(AU)

dansk

 Damage resulting from incorrect

installation and connection.
Installing and connecting the wash-

ing machine incorrectly will cause
serious property damage.

See “Installation”.

Emptying the drum

A swivel elbow for the drain hose and/
or assembly material may be stored in
the drum.

When commissioning the washing
machine for the first time, you will
have to define settings for daily use
of the appliance. Some settings can
only be configured during the initial
commissioning process. After that,
they must be changed by Miele Ser­vice.

Complete the initial commissioning
process.

These settings are also described under
“Supervisor level”.

Setting the language

You will be asked to select the language
you require for the display. You can
change the language at any time (see
“Language” under “Supervisor level”).

 Pull open the door.
 Remove the swivel elbow and as-

sembly material.

 Shut the door with a gentle swing.

Switching on the washing ma­chine

 Press the control.

The welcome screen will light up.

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 Touch the orsensor until the

language you want appears in the
display.

 Touch the sensor for the language

you want.

The selected language is marked with a
frame and the display will change to
next setting.

Before using for the first time

Brightness

–



70

OK

+

%

Yes No

Should the clock display not

be shown?

Time







12

OK





05:



Payment

system





No payment
system

Programme
control

Reference to external appli­ances

A reference to external hardware ap­pears.

 Confirm with the OKsensor control.

Connect the XCI box or adapter before
initial commissioning. The washing
machine must be disconnected from
the mains. Then start the commission­ing process.

Setting the display brightness

 Set the brightness you want with the

– and + sensors and confirm your se­lection with the OKsensor.

The display will change to the next set­ting.

Setting the time of day

 Use the andsensors to enter the

time and confirm your entry with the
OKsensor.

The display will change to the next set­ting.

Setting up a payment system

If you wish to set up a payment system,
read “Payment system” under “Super­visor level”.

If you do not wish to set up a payment
system, you can skip this stage.

Confirm time request

 Touch the yes or nosensor.
If you select yes, the system will skip

the Clock displaysetting.
If you select no, the display will switch

to the Clock displaysetting.

 Touch the No payment systemsensor.

The display will change to the next set­ting.

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Before using for the first time



Pre-wash

water

Cold Hot



Main wash

water

Cold Hot

Select pre-wash water

 Touch the coldsensor if the washing

machine is only connected to a cold
water supply, or touch hotif the
washing machine is connected to
cold and hot water.

The display will change to the next set­ting.

Select main wash water

 Touch the coldsensor if the washing

machine is only connected to a cold
water supply, or touch hotif the
washing machine is connected to
cold and hot water.

Removing the transit bars

The display will remind you to remove
the transit bars.

 Damage resulting from failure to

remove the transit bars.
Failure to remove the transit bars can

result in damage to the washing ma­chine and to adjacent furniture or ap­pliances.

Remove the transit bars as described
in “Installation and connection”.

 Confirm that the transit bars have

been removed with the OKsensor.

Continue setting up as described in the Op­erating Instructionsappears in the dis-

play.
 Confirm the message with the

OKsensor.

Further information will appear on the
display.

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Completing the commissioning



1600

 

Coloured items

60°C

h

0:59

process

To complete commissioning, the Cot­tons 60°Cprogramme must be run

without laundry and without detergent.

If the power is interrupted prior to the
start of the first wash programme (e.g.
if the machine is switched off with the
 sensor control), the initial commis­sioning process can be completed
again.
Once a wash programme has been
running for over 20minutes, the initial
commissioning process does not have
to be performed again.

 Open the stopcock.
 Turn the programme selector

toCottons 60°C.

Before using for the first time

 Touch the Start/Stopsensor control.

When the programme has finished, your
machine is ready for use.

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Washing environmentally and economically

Energy and water consumption

- To get the most out of your machine,
load the maximum dry load size for
the wash programme you are using.
This will keep the energy and water
consumption to a minimum in relation
to the size of the load.

- Programmes that are more efficient
with regard to energy and water con­sumption generally have a longer
programme running time. By extend­ing the programme running time, the
wash temperature that is actually
reached can be reduced while still
providing the same wash results.

For example, the ECO40-60 pro­gramme has a longer running time
than the Cottons40°C or 60°C pro­gramme. The ECO40-60 programme
is more efficient in terms of energy
and water consumption.

- Use the Express programme for
small, lightly soiled loads.

- Modern detergents make it possible
to wash laundry at lower temperat­ures (e.g. 20°C). Using lower temper­ature settings will save energy.

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. ⅓ less than
the amount recommended can be
used when washing a half load).

Information about subsequent tumble drying

The spin speed selected affects the re­sidual moisture in the laundry and the
sound emissions of the washing ma­chine.

The higher the spin speed, the lower
the residual moisture in the laundry.
However, the sound emissions of the
washing machine will increase.

Select the highest possible spin speed
for the wash programme to save energy
in the subsequent tumble dryer cycle.

- Washing at low temperatures and/or
using liquid detergents can cause
bacteria and odours to build up in the
washing machine. To maintain the
hygiene of the washing machine,
carry out a hot wash above 60°C at
regular intervals.

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1. Preparing the laundry

Emptying pockets

 Empty all pockets.

 Damage due to foreign objects.

Nails, coins, paper clips, and so on
can cause damage to garments and
components in the machine.

Check the laundry before washing
and remove any foreign objects.

Sorting the laundry

 Sort the laundry according to colour

and the garment care label.

Pre-treating stains

 Badly soiled areas and stains should

be cleaned as soon as possible.
Spillages should be carefully dabbed
off using a soft, colourfast cloth.

 Risk of explosion due to solvent-

based detergents.
When using solvent-based deter-

gents, an explosive mixture may de­velop.

Never use solvent-based detergents
in the washing machine.

General tips

- Do not machine wash items which
are specified by the manufacturer as
not washable on the care label ().

- Curtains: remove rollers and lead
weights or place in a laundry bag.

- Sew in or remove any loose underwir­ing in bras.

- Turn garments inside out, if recom­mended by the manufacturer.

- Zip up or close any jackets with Vel­cro or hook and eye fastenings before
washing.

- Fasten duvet covers and pillow cases
to prevent small items from becoming
rolled up inside them.

- Please refer to the Programme chart
for more tips and tricks.

 Damage due to solvent-based

detergents.
Detergents containing benzine, stain

remover, etc., can damage plastic
parts.

When pre-treating textiles, make sure
that any plastic parts do not come
into contact with the detergent.

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2. Loading the washing machine

Opening the door

 Reach under the door grip and pull

the door open.

Check the drum for foreign objects
before loading it with laundry.

 Unfold the laundry and load loosely

into the drum.

Mixing both large and small items gives
better wash results and also helps to
distribute the load evenly during spin­ning.

Closing the door

 Make sure that no items are caught

between the door and the seal.

The most efficient use of energy and
water is achieved when a full load is
washed. However, do not overload as
this reduces cleaning efficiency and
causes creasing.

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 Shut the door with a gentle swing.