Miele PWM 908 Operating & Installation Guide

Operating and Installation Instructions Washing Machine
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions be- fore installation or use.
en-US M.-Nr. 11 213 060
Contents
Caring for the environment .................................................................................. 6
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................ 7
Sensor controls and touch display with sensor controls ...................................... 13
Main menu............................................................................................................. 13
Examples of how to operate the appliance........................................................... 14
Operating a laundromat machine.......................................................................... 16
Reference to external appliances.......................................................................... 18
Selecting program packages ................................................................................ 19
2. Loading the washing machine ....................................................................... 23
3. Selecting a program........................................................................................ 24
Adding fabric softener or liquid starch separately............................................ 27
Adding starch separately.................................................................................. 27
Timer..................................................................................................................... 31
Program chart...................................................................................................... 32
Pre-rinse.......................................................................................................... 47
Rinse plus....................................................................................................... 47
Intensive........................................................................................................... 47
Water plus....................................................................................................... 47
Rinse hold....................................................................................................... 47
Starch stop...................................................................................................... 47
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Contents
Special features in the program sequence....................................................... 48
Changing the program sequence ...................................................................... 49
Cleaning and care ...............................................................................................51
Program cancellation and error message.............................................................. 56
General problems with the washing machine ....................................................... 59
The door will not open........................................................................................... 61
Installation and connection ................................................................................ 66
Front view.............................................................................................................. 66
Installation notes ................................................................................................... 68
Transporting the washing machine to its installation site...................................... 69
Installation surface ................................................................................................ 70
Leveling the washing machine .............................................................................. 72
Securing the washing machine against slippage............................................. 73
Payment system............................................................................................... 73
Water connection .................................................................................................. 74
Cold water connection .................................................................................... 74
Hot-water connection* ..................................................................................... 75
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Contents
Water drainage ...................................................................................................... 76
Drain pump....................................................................................................... 76
Technical data...................................................................................................... 78
Supervisor level ................................................................................................... 79
Opening the Supervisor level ................................................................................ 79
Changing the PIN code ......................................................................................... 79
Closing the settings menu..................................................................................... 79
Operation/display .................................................................................................. 80
Language.......................................................................................................... 80
Language menu................................................................................................ 80
Set languages................................................................................................... 80
Display brightness............................................................................................ 80
Clock display.................................................................................................... 81
Date .................................................................................................................. 81
Volume.............................................................................................................. 81
Visibility parameters ......................................................................................... 81
"Display" off status........................................................................................... 82
"Machine" off status......................................................................................... 82
Delay start ........................................................................................................ 82
Memory ............................................................................................................ 82
Temperature unit............................................................................................... 83
Weight unit ....................................................................................................... 83
Logo ................................................................................................................. 83
Change code.................................................................................................... 83
Controls............................................................................................................ 83
Program packages ........................................................................................... 84
Favorite programs ............................................................................................ 84
Special programs ............................................................................................. 85
Sort programs .................................................................................................. 85
Program color allocation .................................................................................. 85
Hygiene ............................................................................................................ 85
Disinfection program code............................................................................... 85
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Contents
Process technology............................................................................................... 86
Anti-crease ....................................................................................................... 86
Water level Min. iron......................................................................................... 86
Water level Cottons.......................................................................................... 86
Pre-wash temp Cottons ................................................................................... 86
Wash time......................................................................................................... 86
Pre-rinse Cottons ............................................................................................. 87
Pre-rinse Minimum iron .................................................................................... 87
Pre-wash Cotton/M-iron................................................................................... 87
Cottons rinses .................................................................................................. 87
Minimum iron rinses ......................................................................................... 87
Disinfection rinse.............................................................................................. 87
Auto load control.............................................................................................. 87
Controlled energy cons. ................................................................................... 88
Clean drain pump (LP)...................................................................................... 88
Service interval ................................................................................................. 88
Empty sensor ................................................................................................... 89
Early warning counter....................................................................................... 89
Peak load signal ............................................................................................... 89
Peak load prevention........................................................................................ 89
Select KOM module ......................................................................................... 90
WiFi................................................................................................................... 90
Network time .................................................................................................... 90
Remote............................................................................................................. 91
RemoteUpdate ................................................................................................. 91
SmartGrid ......................................................................................................... 92
Suds cooling..................................................................................................... 92
Water intake ..................................................................................................... 92
Low water pressure.......................................................................................... 93
Automatic dispensing....................................................................................... 93
CapDosing........................................................................................................ 93
Legal Information.............................................................................................. 94
Settings for payment systems.......................................................................... 94
Feedback sig. to pay system............................................................................ 95
Clear paid signal............................................................................................... 95
Payment system lock ....................................................................................... 95
FOC programs.................................................................................................. 95
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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing mate­rial
The cardboard box and packing materi­als protect the appliance during ship­ping. They have been designed to be biodegradable and recyclable.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children. Dan­ger of suffocation!

Disposal of your old appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances contain valuable materials. They also contain certain substances, compounds and components which were essential for the proper functioning and safe use of the equipment. Handling these mate­rials improperly by disposing of them in your household waste can be harmful to your health and the environment. There­fore, please do not dispose of your old appliance with regular household waste and follow local regulations on proper disposal.
Consult with local authorities, dealers or Miele in order to dispose of and recycle electrical and electronic appliances. Miele assumes no responsibility for deleting any personal data left on the appliance being disposed. Please en­sure that your old appliance is kept away from children until removal. Ob­serve safety requirements for appli­ances that may tip over or pose an en­trapment hazard.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons while
using your appliance follow basic safety precautions, including the following:
Read all instructions before using the appliance.GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by pro­viding a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate out­let that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all lo­cal codes and ordinances.
WARNING - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor may result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a quali­fied electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it will not
fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Do not install or use a washer with visible damage.Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to
the weather.
Do not install your washing machine where temperatures below
freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst under pressure. The reli­ability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before connecting the machine, ensure that the connection data
on the data plate (fusing, voltage and frequency) match the mains electrical supply. If in doubt contact an electrician.
Do not use an extension cord to connect this appliance to the
power supply. Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
This appliance is not designed for maritime use or for use in mo-
bile installations such as recreational vehicles or aircraft. However, under certain conditions it may be possible for an installation in these applications. Please contact the Miele Technical Service Dept. with specific requirements.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any
servicing unless specifically recommended in these operating in­structions.
If the power cord is damaged it must only be replaced by a Miele
Service technician with a genuine Miele power cord.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot
water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDRO­GEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes before using the washing machine. This will release any built-up hydrogen gas. Do not smoke or use an open flame during this time, the gas is flammable.
Before the appliance is removed for service or discarded, remove
the door.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Use
Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close super-
vision is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
The drum door glass will be hot when washing at very high tem-
peratures. Do not touch the glass. Danger of burns! Keep children away from the washer when in use.
Only use the washing machine to wash items which are specified
by the manufacturer to be machine washable on the fabric care la­bel. Any other applications may be dangerous.
Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned, washed,
soaked or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable substances. These articles give off vapors that could ig­nite or explode. Do not add these items to the wash load.
Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or
explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors which could ignite or explode.
Do not use cleaning solvents on or near the machine or the con-
trols. Contact with cleaning solvents will damage the surface..
Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.Do not tamper with the controls.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Miele Tumble Dryers and Miele Washing Machines can be in-
stalled as a washer-dryer stack. This requires a Miele Washer-Dryer Stacking Kit which can be purchased separately. Please ensure that the washer-dryer stacking 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.
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.
This washing machine is supplied with a special lamp to cope
with particular conditions (e.g., temperature, moisture, chemical re­sistance, abrasion resistance, and vibration). This special lamp must only be used for the purpose for which it is intended. It is not suit­able for room lighting. Replacement lamps should only be installed by a Miele authorized technician or by Miele Technical Service.
The maximum dry laundry weight is 17.6lbs (8kg). See the “Pro-
gram chart” for the maximum recommended loads for individual pro­grams.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FCC Declaration of Conformity

These devices comply with FCC Rules Part15. This equipment
has been tested and found to be in compliance with the limits for a ClassB digital device, pursuant to Part15 of the FCC Rules of Oper­ation and is subject to the following conditions: These devices may not cause harmful interference. These devices must accept any interference received, including in­terference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set
forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be in­stalled and operated with minimum distance 8“ (20cm) between the radiator and your body.

Industry Canada Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the ClassB limits for Ra-
dio Noise Emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Inter­ference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communica­tions.
Complies with Canadian ICES-003 ClassB specifications.
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Operating the washing machine

Control panel

a
Language sensor control
For selecting the current user lan­guage. The operating language is displayed again at the end of the program.
b
Back sensor control Takes you back one level in a menu.
c
Touch display
d
Sensor control Start/Stop For starting the program selected and canceling a program once it has started. The program selected can be started as soon as the sensor control starts flashing.
e
Optical interface
For Technical Service.
f
button For switching the washing machine on and off. To save energy, the wash­ing machine will switch off automati­cally. It is switched off 15minutes af­ter the end of the program/anti­crease phase, or after being switched on if no further selection is made.
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Operating the washing machine

11:02

Programs Favorites Supervisor

Help
Sensor controls and touch dis­play with sensor controls
The,, andStart/Stopsensor controls and the sensor controls in the display react to finger-tip contact. Every touch of a sensor control is confirmed with an audible keypad tone. You can adjust the volume of the keypad tone or switch it off (see “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.

Main menu

After switching on the washing ma­chine, the main menu will appear in the display.
You can access all the important sub­menus from the main menu.
Touch the sensor control at any time to return to the main menu. Val­ues set previously are not saved.
Programs
For selecting the wash program.
Favorites
For selecting one of 12 favorite wash programs which can be set up and saved by the supervisor (see “Favorite programs” under “Supervisor level”).
Supervisor
You can alter the washing machine’s electronics to suit changing require­ments in the Supervisor level (see “Su­pervisor level”).
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Operating the washing machine
11:02
Whites Minimum iron Express
Normal Delicates Woolens
Programs
11:02
Pre-wash
Soak
Rinse plus
Intensive
Extras
OK
OK
Time of Day
12 00
11 59 10 58
01 01
02 02
pm

Examples of how to operate the appliance

Option lists

Program menu (single-option list)
You can scroll to the right or the left by swiping your finger across the screen. To do this, place your finger on the touch display and swipe it in the direc­tion you want.
The orange bar under the pictures shows that there are further options to choose from.
Touch a program name to select the wash program.
Extras menu (multiple selection)
Touch one or several extra options to select it/them.
Currently selected extra options are highlighted in orange.
To deselect an extra option, simply touch the extra option again.
Use the OKsensor control to activate all selected extra options.

Setting numerical values

You can set numerical values in some menus.
The display will change to the standard menu for that program.
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Enter the numbers by swiping upward or downward. Place your finger on the number that you want to change and move your finger in the direction you want. Use the OKsensor control to ac­cept the set numerical value.
Tip: A numerical keypad may also ap­pear to adjust the value for some set­tings.
Operating the washing machine
OK
Time of Day
12 00
11 59 10 58
01 01
02 02
pm
OK
12:00
3
4
21
Time of Day
5 6
7
8
0
9
11:02
Denim
Status
Time left
h0:27
Main wash
Add laundry
Briefly touching a number between the two lines will bring up the numerical keypad.
Once a valid number has been entered, the OKsensor control will be high­lighted in green.

Pull-down menu

The pull-down menu can be used to display information, e.g., about a wash program.
If an orange bar appears at the top of the screen in the middle of the display, you can open the pull-down menu. Touch the bar and drag down with your finger.

Exiting a menu

Tap the sensor button to return to
the previous screen.
Entries made before this which have not been confirmed withOK will not be saved.

Help display

With some menus, Helpappears along the bottom line of the display.
Touch the Helpsensor control to dis-
play the text.
Touch the Closesensor control to re-
turn to the previous screen.
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Operating the washing machine
11:02
Whites
Woolens
Whites
Normal
Help
11:02
Whites NormalWhites
Help Additional
Operating a laundromat ma­chine
The entry menu will vary depending on the programming status (see “Controls” under “Supervisor level”).
Shortcuts are the easiest way to oper­ate the machine. Operating staff are un­able to change pre-set programs.
Laundromat, basic (4 prog)
4 pre-set programs are available. These cannot be changed by the supervisor.
Laundromat, ext. (12 prog)
Up to 12 pre-set programs are avail­able. The first 3 programs can be se­lected directly. The remaining programs are selected via another list. These can­not be changed by the supervisor.
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Initial commissioning

deutsch
Language
OK
english
(AU)
english
(CA)
english
(GB)
english (US)
español
Damage resulting from incorrect
installation and connection. Installing and connecting the wash-
ing machine incorrectly will cause serious property damage.
See “Installation and connection”.

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 should be changed by Miele Technical Service.
Complete the initial commissioning process.
These settings are also described under “Supervisor level”.

Setting the display language

You will be asked to select the display language. You can change the language at any time (see “Language” under “Su­pervisor level”).
Pull open the door.Remove the swivel elbow and assem-
bly material.
Shut the door gently.
Switching on the washing ma­chine
Press the button.
The welcome screen will light up.
Scroll to the left or the right until the
language you want appears.
Touch the sensor control for the lan-
guage you want.
The selected language will be high­lighted in orange and the display will change to the next setting.
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Initial commissioning
Display brightness
Darker
Brighter
OK
OK
Date
2021 2020
2019
25 24
22 21
23
July
August
September
June
May
2018 2017
Reference to external appli­ances
A reference to external hardware ap­pears.
Confirm with the OKsensor control.
Before initial commissioning, connect the XCI box or slide a communication module into the slot on the back of the washing machine. The washing ma­chine must be disconnected from the power supply. Then start the commis­sioning process.

Setting the display brightness

You will be asked to select the bright­ness of the display.

Setting the date

Place your finger on the value that
you want to change and move your finger in the direction you want.
Once all values have been selected,
confirm with the OKsensor control.
The display will change to the next set­ting.

Confirming the time request

The following question appears in the display:
Remove the clock display?
Touch the segment bars until you
reach the required level of brightness.
The selected brightness level will be highlighted in orange.
Confirm with OK.
The display will change to the next set­ting.
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Touch the Yes or Nosensor control. 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.
Initial commissioning
OK
Time of Day
12 00
11 59
10 58
01 01
02 02
pm
11:02
Normal Sportswear Sneakers
Sport-
Microfiber
Hard items
Program packages
Label Sport
OK

Setting the time

Place your finger on the number that
you want to change and move your finger in the direction you want.
Confirm with the OKsensor control.
The display will change to the next set­ting.

Selecting program packages

You can select various programs from the program packages. Any programs already active are highlighted in orange.
Scroll right until you reach a program
that is not highlighted in orange.
Touch the sensor control for the re-
quired program.
The selected program is highlighted in orange.
You can select further programs.
Tip: You can disable a selected pro­gram by touching the program’s sensor control again. Exception: The Cottons and Cot-
tonsPro programs cannot be disabled.
If you do not want to select any more
programs, confirm with the sensor controlOK.
The display will change to the next set­ting.
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Initial commissioning
11:02
No payment
system
Payment system
OK
Program
control
Timed
operation
KOM module
11:02
Cold
Pre-wash
OK
Hot
11:02
Cold
Main wash
OK
Hot

Setting up a payment system

If you wish to set up a payment system, read the “Payment system” section of the “Supervisor level” chapter.
These settings can only be changed during the initial commissioning process. If you wish to change the set­tings after the commissioning process, please contact Miele Technical Service.
If you do not wish to set up a payment system, you can skip this stage.
Touch the No payment systemsensor
control.
The display will change to the next set­ting.

Selecting pre-wash water

Touch the coldsensor control 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.

Selecting main wash water

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Touch the coldsensor control 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.
Further information will appear on the display.
Initial commissioning
11:02
Whites Minimum iron Express
Normal Delicates Woolens
Programs
11:02
60 °C 1500
1:07
Normal
h
Overview
Temperature Spin speed
Extras
not selected
 Timer
CapDosing
rpm
not selected

Removing the shipping struts

The display will remind you to remove the shipping struts.
Risk of damage due to failure to
remove the shipping struts. Failure to remove the shipping struts
can result in damage to the washing machine and to adjacent cabinetry or appliances.
Remove the shipping struts as de­scribed in “Installation and connec­tion”.
Confirm that the shipping struts have
been removed with the OKsensor control.
Continue setting up as described in the Op­erating instructionsappears in the display.
Confirm the message with the
OKsensor control.

Completing the commissioning process

To complete the commissioning process, the Normal program must be run without laundry and without deter­gent.
If the power is interrupted prior to the start of the first wash program (e.g., if the machine is switched off with the sensor control), the initial commis­sioning process can be completed again. Once a wash program has been run­ning for over 20minutes, the initial commissioning process does not have to be performed again.
Turn on the faucets.
Touch the Programssensor control.
Touch the Colorssensor control.
Touch the Start/Stopsensor control.
When the program has finished, your machine is ready for use.
If you have activated disinfection programs, you must complete the Thermal disinfectionprogram as the first program; make sure you use a suitable detergent but do not load the machine.
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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 such foreign ob­jects.

Sorting the laundry

Sort the laundry according to color
and the garment care label.

Pre-treating stains

Badly soiled areas and stains should
be cleaned as soon as possible. Stains should be carefully dabbed off using a soft, colorfast cloth.
Damage due to solvent-based
cleaning agents. Cleaning agents containing benzine,
stain remover, etc., can damage plastic parts.
When pre-treating a stain, make sure that plastic parts do not come into contact with cleaning agents.
Risk of explosion due to solvent-
based cleaning agents. When using solvent-based cleaning
agents, an explosive mixture may develop.
Never use solvent-based cleaning agents 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 under-
wiring in bras.
– Turn garments inside out, if recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
– Zip up or close any jackets with Vel-
cro or hook and eye fastenings before washing.
– Fasten duvet covers and pillow cases
to prevent small items from becoming rolled up inside them.
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– Please refer to the “Program chart”
for more tips and tricks.

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 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.
Shut the door gently.
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3. Selecting a program

11:02
Programs Favorites Supervisor
Help
11:02
Whites Minimum iron Express
Normal Delicates Woolens
Programs
11:02
Whites
Whites
Normal
Woolens
Favorites
Switching on the washing ma­chine
Press the button.
The drum lighting will come on.
The drum lighting will go out automati­cally after 5minutes or when the pro­gram starts.

Selecting a program

There are different ways to select a pro­gram.
You can select a program from the Pro-
gramsmenu.
Touch the Programssensor control.
Alternatively, you can select a program from the Favoritesmenu.
The programs under Favorites can be changed by the supervisor (see “Fa­vorite programs” under “Supervisor level”).
Touch the Favoritessensor control.
Scroll to the right in the display until
the program you want appears.
Touch the sensor control for that pro-
gram.
The display will change to the standard menu for that wash program.
In the case of Favorite programs, the majority of the program settings are already fixed and cannot be changed.
Scroll to the right in the display until
the program you want appears.
Touch the sensor control for that pro-
gram.
The display will change to the standard menu for that wash program.
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4. Selecting program settings

Selecting a load

To enable load-specific dispensing, you can specify the load for some pro­grams.
Touch the Weightsensor control.Enter a valid value for the load quan-
tity.
The display will switch to the Over-
viewmenu.

Selecting a temperature

You can alter the preset temperature of a wash program.
Touch the Temperaturesensor control.Select the desired temperature.
The display will switch to the Over-
viewmenu.

Selecting a spin speed

You can alter the preset spin speed of a wash program.
Touch the Spin speedsensor control.

Selecting extra options

You can select extra options for some wash programs.
Touch the Extrassensor control.Select one or more extra options.Confirm with the OKsensor control.
The display will switch to the Over-
viewmenu.
See “Extras” for further information.

Activating CapDosing

You can use CapDosing for some wash programs.
Touch the CapDosingsensor control.
The types of caps which can be used with the program will appear in the dis­play.
Select the type of cap you want.
CapDosing is now active. The display will switch to the Over-
viewmenu.
Select the spin speed you want. The display will switch to the Over-
viewmenu.
See “CapDosing” under “5.Adding detergent” for more information.
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5. Adding detergent

There are several options for adding de­tergent to the washing machine.

Detergent dispenser drawer

You can use any detergent that is suit­able for washing machines.

Detergent dispensing

Please follow the detergent manufac­turer’s instructions in relation to dosage.
Adding too much detergent will lead to excessive foaming.
Avoid adding excess detergent.
The amount to dispense will depend on:
– the amount of laundry
– how dirty the laundry is
– the water hardness
Hardness
range
Soft (I) 0–1.5 0–8.4
Medium (II) 1.5–2.5 8.4–14
Hard (III) Above 2.5 Above 14
Check with your local water supplier if you do not know the water hardness in your area.
Hardness inmmol/l
Degree of
German hardness
°dH

Filling with detergent

Pull out the detergent dispenser
drawer and add detergent to the compartments.
Detergent for the pre-wash (di-
vide the total recommended amount as follows: ⅓ to com­partment and ⅔ to compart­ment)
Detergent for the main wash/Fabric softener, liquid starch, or
caps
For disinfection programs, the andcompartments can be filled with detergent for the main wash if you have not selected Pre-wash.
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5. Adding detergent

Adding fabric softener or liquid starch separately

Select the Separate Rinseprogram.Change the spin speed if necessary.
Add the fabric softener or the liquid
starch to the compartment. Do not exceed the maximum level mark.
Touch the Start/Stopsensor control.
This will be automatically dispensed in the final rinse. At the end of the pro­gram, a small amount of water remains in the compartment.

Adding starch separately

Prepare the starch solution in accor-
dance with the manufacturer’s in­structions on the packaging.
Select the Starchprogram.Add the prepared starch to the
compartment.
Touch the Start/Stopsensor control.
Tip: If starching separately or automati­cally, thoroughly clean the detergent dispenser drawer, especially the siphon, regularly.

Dye removers and dyes

Damage due to color run/dye re-
movers. Color run and dye removers can
cause corrosion in the washing ma­chine.
Do not use color run or dye removers in the washing machine.
Only use dyes suitable for use in a washing machine. The manufacturer’s instructions on the packaging must be observed.
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5. Adding detergent

CapDosing

3 different types of cap are available:
= Fabric care (e.g., fabric soft-
ener, proofing agent)
= Additives (e.g., detergent en-
hancers)
= Detergent (for the main wash
only)
Only one cap can be selected per wash program.
Depending on the setting selected, the detergent, additive, or fabric care agent will be dispensed via the cap for this wash program.
Each cap contains the correct amount for one wash cycle.
Caps are available to order from Miele’s online store, Miele Technical Service, or from your Miele dealer.

Activating CapDosing

Touch the CapDosingsensor control.
The types of caps which can be used with the program will appear in the dis­play.
Select the type of cap you want.
CapDosing is now active.
The display switches to the default dis­play and shows the selected cap.

Inserting a cap

Open the detergent dispenser drawer.
Caps pose a health risk.
The ingredients of caps can be haz­ardous to health if they are swal­lowed or come into contact with skin.
Keep caps out of the reach of chil­dren.
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Open the lid of the /compart-
ment.
Press the cap in firmly.
5. Adding detergent
The wash program will dispense the contents of the cap at the correct time.
When using CapDosing, water intake to the compartment takes place solely via the cap.
When using caps, do not add extra fabric softener to the compart­ment.
Remove the empty cap at the end of
the program.
Close the lid and press it firmly shut.Close the detergent dispenser
drawer.
The cap is opened by the act of in­serting it in the detergent dispenser drawer. The contents can run out of the cap if you then remove it from the drawer before it is used.
Dispose of opened caps.
For technical reasons, a small amount of water will remain in the cap.

Deactivating or changing CapDosing

CapDosing can only be deactivated or changed prior to the program start.
Touch the CapDosingsensor control
and disable the selected cap option.

External dispensing

The washing machine is pre-equipped for connecting to external detergent dispensing systems. A separate conver­sion kit for external dispensing systems is required. This must be installed by Miele Technical Service or by a Miele Service dealer.
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6. Starting a program – end of a program

Payment system

If your machine is connected to a pay­ment system, the amount of payment required will appear in the display.
Do not cancel the program once it has started. Depending on the settings, money may be lost in the payment system.

Starting a program

The program can be started as soon as the Start/Stopsensor control is flashing on and off.
Touch the Start/Stopsensor control. The door will lock (symbol) and the
program will start.
If a delay-start period has been se­lected, this will appear in the display.
The program duration will appear in the display either straight away or once the delay-start period has elapsed. The program sequence is also shown in the display.
Tip: You can use the pull-down menu to display the selected temperature, spin speed, and any selected extra options.

End of program

The door remains locked during the anti-crease phase. However, the wash­ing machine door can be unlocked at any time by touching the Start/ Stopsensor.

Removing the laundry

Pull open the door.Remove the laundry.
Items left in the drum could discolor other items in the next wash or be­come discolored themselves.
Remove all items from the drum.
Check the folds in the door seal for
any foreign objects.
Tip: Leave the door slightly open to al­low the drum to dry.
Switch the washing machine off with
the button.
If applicable, remove the used cap
from the detergent dispenser drawer.
Tip: Leave the detergent dispenser drawer slightly open to allow it to dry.
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