Miele t 253 c User Manual

Operating instructions for condenser tumble dryer T 253 C

To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these operating instructions before it is installed or used for the first time.

M.-Nr. 05 993 040

Contents

Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Disposal of your old appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Energy saving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Description of the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Future updates (PC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Electronic system lock and programmable functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Notes on laundry care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

How to dry correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

A Prepare the laundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

B Load the drum and switch on the dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

C Select a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

D Select any additional option(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Anti-crease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Short . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Low temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Buzzer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

E Start the programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

F At the end of a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Additional notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Brief instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Changing a programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Interrupting a programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

To cancel a programme and select a different programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Adding or removing items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Electronic system lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Emptying the condensed water container. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Cleaning the fluff filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Cleaning them whilst dry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Cleaning them with water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Cleaning the tumble dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Contents

Cleaning the condenser unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Removing the condenser unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Checking the condenser unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Cleaning the condenser unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Replacing the condenser unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

General problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Check and fault indicator lamps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

To change the interior drum lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Appliance guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Transporting the machine to its installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Building under a continous worktop / in a row of kitchen units . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Replacing the lid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Aligning the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Room in which the dryer is located . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Washer - dryer stack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Before moving the machine again (e.g. when moving house). . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

External condensed water outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Pulling out the drain hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Connection to a sink drain outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

If you no longer wish to use an external condensed water outlet . . . . . . . . . . 38

Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Electrical connection U.K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Programmable functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Increased drying level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Memory function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Warning and Safety instructions

To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the machine please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its safety, use and maintainence. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner of the machine.

Correct use

The tumble dryer is only intended

for drying fabrics which have been washed in a water solution, marked on the manufacturer's wash care label as being suitable for tumble drying. "Dry Cleaning Kits" for freshening up garments in a tumble dryer are increasingly available on the market. If using, do so at your own risk and follow the instructions provided on the packaging. Any other applications may be dangerous. The manufacturer is not liable for damage resulting from improper use or operation.

This machine is not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury, do not allow children to play on or near it, or to play with the controls. Supervise its use by the elderly or infirm.

Technical safety

Before setting up the machine

check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install or use a damaged machine.

the data plate (fusing, voltage and frequency) matches the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

when continuity is complete between the machine and an effective earthing system which complies with local and national regulations. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is regularly tested, and where there is any doubt the household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

extension lead. Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the machine (e.g. danger or overheating).

Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user, for which the manufacturer cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved technician. Ensure current is not supplied to the machine while maintenance or repair work is being carried out.

parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the machine be guaranteed.

Before connecting the machine, ensure that the connection data on

The electrical safety of this machine can only be guaranteed

Do not connect the machine to the mains electricity supply by an

The machine is built in accordance with current safety requirements.

Faulty components must only be exchanged for Miele original spare

Warning and Safety instructions

If the connection cable is faulty it

must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger.

In the event of a fault or for

cleaning purposes, the machine is only completely isolated from the electiricty supply when:

it is switched off at the wall socket

–

and the plug is withdrawn, or it is switched off at the mains, or

–

the mains fuse is withdrawn.

–

Operation

This equipment is not designed for

maritime use or for use in mobile installations such as caravans, aircraft etc. However it may be suitable for such usage subject to a risk assessment of the installation being carried out by a suitably qualified engineer.

condensed water is allowed to freeze in the pump, hoses and / or condensed water container.

If the water is drained externally

through the drain hose instead of being collected in the condensed water container, make sure the drain hose is securely attached if you hang it in a sink or basin to avoid the hose slipping and the water causing damage.

Condensed water is not drinking

water. It can cause health problems in both people and animals.

Always keep the area around the

machine free of dust and fluff. Dust drawn into the machine can, over time, cause blockages in the condenser unit.

The dryer must not be used without the fluff filters in place or if the fluff

filters are damaged in any way.

The fluff filters must be thoroughly

dried after cleaning. If they are still damp or wet when replaced there is a risk of faults occurring when the machine is used.

The dryer must not be used without

the condenser unit in place.

Do not install the machine in a

room where the temperature may drop down to or below freezing. At very cold temperatures the machine may be difficult to start. There is a risk of damage if the

Warning and Safety instructions

Always close the door after use.

This way you will avoid the danger of:

children climbing onto or into the

–

dryer or hiding things in it. pets or other small animals climbing

–

into it.

Do not let anyone sit or lean on the

door, as this can cause the machine to tip up.

There is danger of fire with fabrics

which: – contain a large proportion of rubber,

foam rubber or rubber like materials.

– have been treated with inflammable

cleaning agents.

– have been splashed with hair

lacquer, hair spray, nail varnish remover or similar substances.

– which contain padding or fillings

(e.g. pillows, jackets). If these were damaged the filling could leak out with the risk of igniting in the dryer.

Using accessories

Accessory parts may only be fitted

when expressly approved by Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims may be invalidated.

The manufacturer cannot be held

liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.

–

are soiled with oil or grease.

In countries where there are areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the machine and its surroundings in a clean condition at all times. Any damage which may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the machine guarantee.

Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing material

The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled.

Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation!

Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure they are offered for recycling.

Disposal of your old machine

Old machines contain materials which can be reclaimed or recycled. Please contact your dealer, your local waste collection centre or scrap merchant about potential recycling schemes.

Ensure that the machine presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.

Energy saving tips

Make sure that your laundry is

thoroughly spun before drying.

The higher the spin, the greater the savings that can be made in energy and time during drying.

Load according to the optimum

amount of laundry recommended for the programme being used (see Programme chart).

Underloading is uneconomical. Overloading gives a poorer quality of drying and may cause unnecessary

creasing. ^ To save energy and time: – Make sure the room in which the

dryer is located is well ventilated. – Make sure the fluff filters are clean

before using the dryer.

Before throwing an old machine

away unplug it and render the plug useless. Cut off the cable directly behind the machine to prevent misuse. This should be done by a competent person.

Description of the appliance

Control panel

a START button

Press the START button to start a programme. The Start indicator lamp will flash as soon as a programme can be started. It lights up constantly once the programme has started.

b Buttons for activating and

deactivating additional options

Indicator lamp lit up = activated

not lit up = deactivated

c Programme selector

The programme selector can be turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.

To save energy, the light ring around the programme selector goes out a few minutes after the dryer has been switched on, if no programme is selected or if a programme is not started. The light ring also goes out a few minutes after a programme has finished.

d Progamme sequence indicator

lamps

show the drying stage reached; and Check lamps:

See "Problem solving guide" for information on the check lamps.

e I-On/0-Off button

To switch the appliance on or off or to interrupt a programme.

f Door Button

to open the door / to cancel a programme. Pressing this button will open the door even when the appliance is switched off at the mains. If the appliance is switched on at the mains and the door is opened the drum lighting will come on. It will go out a few minutes later to save energy.

Future updates (PC)

The indicator lamp marked PC on the fascia panel is the interface used by the Miele service technicians for updating the machine’s programme data.

Electronic system lock and programmable functions

The following can be programmed into your machine using the programme selector in combination with the buttons.

Electronic system lock Prevents the machine being operated by others.

Programmable functions Programmable functions enable the machine to be adapted to suit personal requirements.

Description of the appliance

See the relevant section for detailed instructions.

Notes on laundry care

Wash care labels

Before drying check the drying symbol on the wash care label.

Significance of symbols:

q Dry at normal temperature r Dry at low temperature sDo not tumble dry

If no symbol is featured, dry at your own risk applying the following principles:

Cotton and minimum iron be dried using the appropriate programme for the degree of drying required. See programme chart.

For delicates and fabrics with the following wash care label r dry using the

Low temperature

Never overload the drum. Do not exceed the maximum recommended loads given in the "Programme chart". Overloading can cause unnecessary wear and tear to the laundry, give a disappointing drying result and cause more creasing.

Do not put soaking wet items into the tumble dryer. Spin them thoroughly after washing using the appropriate spin speed.

items should

option.

Items filled with down. The fabric lining on these garments may shrink depending on the quality. They can be partially dried using the

Smoothing

Pure linen dried if specified as suitable by the manufacturer on the wash care label, as the surface of the fabric may otherwise "roughen". These items can be partially dried using the programme.

Woven and loopknit materials T-shirts, knitted garments) have a tendency to shrink, depending on their quality and this is made worse by over-drying. When purchasing these garments it is advisable to take their shrinkage properties into account.

Minimum iron shirts or blouses tend to crease more, the larger the load being dried, particulary when the weave of the fabric is very fine. Reduce the load or use the MINIMUM IRON programme with a max. load of 1 kg. If this is unsatisfactory use the Special care "Smoothing" setting, then hang the garments on a hanger to dry.

Starched laundry tumble dryer. In order to achieve the usual finish, double the amount of starch should be used.

programme.

should only be machine

Smoothing

(e.g.

fabrics and 100% cotton

Hand iron

can be dried in the

Tips on drying

Woollens and wool blends tend to become matted and shrink if dried in a tumble dryer. They can, however, be partially dried using the

care

programme.

Woollens hand

New dark coloured garments dried separately from light coloured garments to avoid the danger of colours running.

should be

Programme chart

Programmes Fabric type Special notes

Drying levels

COTTONS maximum load: 5 kg Extra dry Multi-layered fabrics, which

would not be thoroughly

dried using the "Normal +"

programme.

Normal + Single and multi-layered

fabrics, e.g. mixed load of

cotton fabrics (e.g.

towelling, jerseywear).

Normal

(2)

Load of similar fabrics

(jersey wear, flannelette

sheets, towelling).

Hand iron Hand iron rr

(2)

Cotton or linen fabrics (e.g.

table linen, bedlinen,

starched laundry etc).

Machine iron Cotton or linen fabrics,

including starched laundry,

for machine ironing.

Do not dry jersey wear in the

Extra dry programme -

tendency to shrink.

If laundry is still too damp,

then:

- finish drying using Timed drying "Warm air".

- Use the"Normal +"

programme next time.

If laundry is still too damp

for hand ironing, then select

"Hand iron

" in the future.

The laundry should be rolled

up to prevent it from drying out before it can be ironed.

(1)

Weight of dry laundry

(2)

Note for test institutes: These programmes are to be used when testing according to EN 61121 standard

Programme chart

Programme Fabric type Special notes

Drying levels

MINIMUM IRON maximum load: 2.5 kg Normal + Minimum iron items which are

made of synthetic or blended

fabrics (e.g. pullovers,

dresses, trousers) which are

not dried adequately in the

"Normal" programme.

Normal

(2)

Minimum iron shirts, table

cloths etc. made of blended

fabrics (e.g.

cotton/synthetics).

Hand iron Minimum iron shirts, table

cloths etc. made of blended

fabrics (e.g. cottons and

synthetics), which are still to

be hand ironed.

TIMED DRYING maximum load: 5 kg Warm air Individual items

(e.g. bathing costumes, bath

towels, tea-towels).

Multi-layered fabric whose

layers have different drying

characteristics.

Cool air Items which are to be aired

only.

Spin minimum iron fabrics for

at least 30 seconds in the

washing machine before

drying.

Spin minimum iron fabrics for

at least 30 seconds in the

washing machine before

drying.

Spin minimum iron fabrics for

at least 30 seconds in the

washing machine before

drying. For extra special care

of delicate fabrics and to reduce creasing even more, reduce the load to 1 kg. See

also "Special care

programmes")

(1)

Weight of dry laundry

(2)

Note for test institutes: These programmes are to be used when testing according to EN 61121 standard.

Programme chart

Programme Fabric type Special notes Special care programmes Woollens

hand care

Woollen fabrics To refresh and fluff up woollen

garments quickly. Remove garments

Smoothing maximum load: 2.5 kg

Cottons and linen fabrics.

Smooths out creasing caused during Minimum iron items made of cotton, blended fabrics

or synthetics, e.g. cotton

trousers, shirts.

the end of the programme and place

(1)

Weight of dry laundry

maximum load: 2 kg

immediately at the end of the

programme. Do not repeat.

Woollen fabrics are not dried

completely by this programme.

the spin cycle in the washing

machine.

Fabrics are not completely dried in

this programme.

Remove garments immediately at

on a line or hangers to dry.

(1)

Selecting additional options Programme Additional option button(s)

COTTONS MINIMUM IRON TIMED DRYING - Warm air

- Cool air Woollens hand care Smoothing

Anti-crease, Short, Low temperature, Buzzer Anti-crease, Short, Low temperature, Buzzer Anti-crease, Low temperature, Buzzer Buzzer Buzzer Buzzer

For delicates and fabrics with the following wash care label r select the

temperature

option.

Low

How to dry correctly

A Prepare the laundry

As far as possible, sort laundry for:

- the type of fibre or weave,

- the degree of dryness required,

- similar size of items,

- the moisture content after spinning.

This will help towards achieving an even drying result.

Fasten duvet covers etc. to prevent small items from being rolled up inside them.

Do up zips, hooks and eyes etc. Tie fabric belts, apron strings. Sew in or remove underwiring from

bras.

Make sure there is no detergent dispenser ball etc. in with the laundry, as this could melt and damage the machine and the laundry.

Do not overload the drum. Overloading can cause unnecessary wear and tear to the laundry and give a disappointing drying result.

See the "Programme chart" for maximum recommended loads.

Before closing the door check that

the fluff filter is correctly positioned in the door.

B Load the drum and switch on the dryer

Press the door button and open the door.

Load the laundry loosely into the drum.

When closing the door make sure items of laundry cannot be trapped by the door, as this will cause damage to the laundry.

Shut the door either with a gentle swing or lean against it and push it shut.

Switch the dryer on by pressing the "l-On/0-Off" button.

How to dry correctly

C Select a programme

^ Turn the programme selector to the

required programme.

COTTONS MINIMUM IRON

The electronic unit uses the residual moisture content to estimate the programme duration. This is an approximate drying time. See "Consumption data" chart for programme durations.

and

D Select any additional option(s)

^ Press the relevant button(s) for the

additional option(s) required.

It is not possible to activate additional options which are incompatible with the drying programme selected. If an inappropriate combination of options is selected (e.g. "Short" and "Low temperature") only the last option selected will be activated.

Woollens hand care and Smoothing See the "Consumption data" chart for

programme durations. TIMED DRYING The programme duration is shown in

the control panel display.

Anti-crease

Once a programme has ended, the drum will turn at regular intervals for approx. 60 minutes to prevent the laundry from settling into creases or folds.

Always select anti-crease if laundry is not going to be removed from the drum as soon as the programme has finished. Anti-crease can be activated or deactivated after a programme has started.

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