Miele T 1415, T 1413 User Manual

Operating Instructions Vented Dryer T 1413 T 1415

To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions

before

Installation or use.

M.-Nr. 06 610 720

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Control panel Before loading the dryer Using the dryer

1. Turn on the dryer and load the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2. Select a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3. Select a drying option (if needed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

4. Select the dryness level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

5. Select the buzzer (if desired). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

6. Start the program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

7. At the end of a program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Canceling or changing a program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Adding or removing laundry during a program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Child lock Dryer care

Cleaning the lint filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Cleaning the exterior and the control panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Cleaning the drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Changing the light bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Frequently asked questions Quick Guide Technical Service Installation instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Caring for the environment Washer / Dryer Stack Electrical connection Installation

Leveling the dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Determining the position of the exhaust connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Installation tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Exhaust connection with a flexible exhaust hose or rigid pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Direct wall connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

How to calculate the effective duct length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - To reduce the risk of

fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Read all instructions before using the appliance.

Do not repair or replace any part of

the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in these operating instructions. Repairs to electrical appliances should only be performed by qualified personnel. Incorrectly repaired machines may pose a considerable risk to the user.

Do not dry articles that have been

previously cleaned, washed, soaked or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances. They may give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

Do not allow children to play on or

in the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children. Always close the door after use to prevent child hazards.

Before this appliance is removed

from service or discarded, remove the door to the drying compartment.

Do not reach into the dryer if the

drum is moving.

Do not install or store this

appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.

Do not tamper

with the controls.

Do not use heat to dry articles

containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials, or items containing hair spray, nail polish remover or similar substances.

Clean the lint filter before or after

each load.

Keep the area around the air intake

(toekick) and adjacent surrounding areas free from lint, dust and dirt.

The interior of the machine and

exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified personnel.

Do not place items exposed to oils

in your dryer. Items contaminated with oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause the laundry to catch fire.

This dryer is intended for residential use only!

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of 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 equipment-grounding 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 can result in a risk of electric shock. Contact 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Control panel

a e- "PROGRAMS" buttons

For selecting a drying program.

b "OPTIONS" buttons

For selecting a drying option.

c "DRYNESS" button

For selecting the dryness level of finished laundry.

d "STATUS" display

Shows the current cycle of the drying program.

e "Buzzer" button

When selected, a buzzer will sound at the end of a program.

f "FAULT" indicators

An illuminated indicator will alert you if the child lock has been activated or if a fault occurred.

g "Start/Stop" button T

Starts and stops a program. Interrupts a program when pressed. Flashes during program selection

and lights once the program starts.

h "Door" button

Opens the door when the program has finished. If the dryer is on, the drum interior will light when the door is opened. If the door is left open, the light will go off after a few minutes to save energy.

i "On/Off" button

Turns power to the machine on and off.

Before loading the dryer

The dryer must be correctly installed and connected before the first use. Please refer to the "Installation Instructions".

Program recommendations

Normal

Cottons and Permanent Press blends

–

Before using for the first time clean

the drum with a cloth.

Before drying, check fabric care labels for special drying instructions.

q Dry with normal temperature r Dry with low temperature

(select "Gentle" option)

s Do not dry in a tumble dryer

– Do not overload the drum!

Overloading the dryer will result in poor drying results and wrinkling.

– Knitted fabrics and flannel tend to

shrink when washed and dried for the first time. Do not overdry these fabrics.

–

To prevent discoloration, do not dry new, dark-colored fabrics with light-colored items.

–

Close zippers and tie up fabric belts and apron ties to prevent tangles and damage to clothing.

–

Do not dry items that may melt or ignite in the dryer, such as plastics, rubber or sneakers.

Wrinkle-free

Permanent Press:

–

select the Hand Iron dryness and reduce the load size for best drying results

Delicate fabrics, such as polyester:

–

select the Gentle option to reduce creasing

– Pure linen and down filled items

Woolens

– Wool and wool blends

Smooth

– Linen – Permanent Press (cottons, blends

and synthetics)

Sturdy

–

Durable Cottons and Permanent Press

Fluff / 20 min / 30 min

–

All fabric types

Using the dryer

1. Turn on the dryer and load the laundry

Press the "On/Off" button to turn on

the dryer. Press the "Door" button to open the

door. Load the laundry loosely into the

drum. Make sure the lint filters are in place.

Close the door with a firm swing - do

not push it shut.

For best results use liquid fabric softener when washing laundry. Fabric softener sheet may clog the filters and cause the dryer to overheat.

2. Select a program

^ Press the e or - button until the

desired program indicator lights.

To prevent fabric damage, check that laundry will not be caught in the closed door.

Using the dryer

Program When to use Note Normal Available drying options: Turbo, Full load, Gentle, Anti-crease

Extra Dry Multi-layer, mixed loads of sturdy cottons,

More Dry Uniform loads of cottons,

Normal Knitted items that may shrink,

Less Dry Cotton or linen fabrics to be left damp for Hand Iron If fabrics are too damp, dry again using

Rotary Iron Cotton or linen fabrics which will be ironed

e.g. jeans, towels.

e.g. sheets, underwear, socks.

e.g. jersey material or lightweight cottons.

ironing.

with a rotary iron.

Wrinkle-free Available drying options: Turbo, Gentle, Anti-crease

More Dry Synthetic permanent press items

Normal Permanent press and blended fabrics,

Less Dry Permanent press and blended fabrics

e.g. pants and shirts.

e.g. cotton/synthetic.

requiring an ironed finish.

Special Programs Available drying options: Anti-crease only available in Fluff, Sturdy

Woolens Delicate items which allow machine

Smooth Program for reducing creasing of cotton,

Sturdy Mixed loads of cotton and permanent

Fluff Individual items to be freshened and

drying.

linen or permanent press fabrics made of cotton, blends or synthetics.

press items.

fluffed with cool air.

TIMED CYCLES Available drying options: Gentle, Anti-crease

20 min For individual items or very small loads, 30 min

e.g. beach towels, swimsuits.

The "Extra Dry" program should not be selected for jersey materials.

Items may shrink.

If items are still damp, dry again using "More Dry".

"Less Dry". To prevent moisture loss, roll up the

laundry until ready to iron.

Reduce load size for fabrics that wrinkle easily.

Remove items immediately at the end of the program, while still slightly damp. Allow items to air dry.

Reduce load size.

Using the dryer

3. Select a drying option (if needed)

^ A drying option can be selected or

deselected with each press of the button.

OPTIONS

Turbo

Fast drying for sturdy fabrics with increased temperature and a reduced program length.

Full load

Select this option for efficient drying of a standard size load.

Gentle

For drying delicate fabrics at a lower temperature with an extended program time.

Anti-crease

Prevents wrinkles if laundry is not removed immediately after the end of a program. The drum periodically rotates for about 1 hour.

Using the dryer

4. Select the dryness level

The dryness level can be selected in the "Normal" and "Wrinkle-free" programs. (The dryness level of the other programs cannot be adjusted.)

^ Press the selection button until the

desired indicator illuminates.

In the "Wrinkle-free" program, only "More Dry", "Normal" and "Less Dry" can be selected.

5. Select the buzzer (if desired)

Press the "Buzzer" button to have a

tone beep at the end of the program. Indicator light: on = buzzer selected

off = buzzer not selected

Adjusting the buzzer volume:

the dryer must be on

–

the door closed

– – a program selected – if the "Buzzer" indicator is lit, press

the "Buzzer" button so its indicator light goes out.

^ Press and hold the "Buzzer" button

until its indicator lights and you hear

the desired volume and tone.

Using the dryer

6. Start the program

Press the "Start/Stop T" button.

Once the program starts, the current cycle of the program will be indicated in the "STATUS" display.

7. At the end of a program

The "Anti-crease/End" indicator will light at the end of a program and the buzzer will sound if it was selected.

If a fault occurred, a "FAULT" indicator will light. See "Frequently asked questions" for details.

Press the "Door" button.

Open the door.

^ ^ Remove the laundry. ^ Check that the drum is empty. ^ Clean the lint filter after each use

(see "Dryer care").

^ Close the door.

Press the "On/Off" button to turn off

the dryer.

Using the dryer

Canceling or changing a program

Press and release the "Start/Stop T"

button to stop the drying program.

To continue drying:

Select the new program by pressing

the e or - button. Select any desired options.

Select a dryness level (available in

the "Normal" and "Wrinkle-free" programs).

Press and release the "Start/Stop T"

button to start the new program.

Adding or removing laundry during a program

Turn off the dryer using the "On/Off"

button.

Press the "Door" button.

Open the door.

CAUTION - Do not touch the rear

of the drum while adding or removing items! There is a danger of burns due to high temperatures in the drum.

^ Add or remove items. ^ Close the door. ^ Turn the dryer back on with the

"On/Off" button.

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