Miele t 294 c User Manual

Operating instructions for condenser tumble dryer T 294 C

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

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M.-Nr. 06 985 870

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 appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if handled or disposed of incorrectly, could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment. They are, however, essential for the correct functioning of your appliance. Please do not therefore dispose of your appliance with your household waste.

Energy saving tips

To avoid unnecessarily long drying times and high consumption of energy:

Make sure that your laundry is

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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

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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.

– Make sure the room in which the

dryer is located is well ventilated.

– Make sure the fluff filters are clean

before using the dryer.

– Check the condenser unit from time

to time and clean it when necessary.

Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection / recycling centre or contact your Dealer for advice. Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.

Contents

Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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

Care symbols .....................................................10

Tips on drying ....................................................10

How to dry correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Brief instructions...................................................11

Low temperature ................................................12

Changing the programme sequence ..................................13

Changing a programme once it has started...........................13

Cancelling a programme once it has started and then selecting a different

programme ....................................................13

Cancelling a programme once it has started and then removing the laundry . 13

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ..............13

Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Emptying the condensed water container ...............................16

Cleaning the fluff filters..............................................17

Cleaning them whilst dry .........................................17

Cleaning them with water .........................................18

Cleaning the tumble dryer ...........................................19

Cleaning the condenser unit .........................................20

Removing the condenser unit......................................20

Checking the condenser unit ......................................21

Cleaning the condenser unit ......................................21

Replacing the condenser unit......................................22

Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

General problems .................................................23

Check and fault messages ..........................................26

Changing the lamp ................................................27

After Sales service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Future updates (PC)................................................28

Appliance guarantee ...............................................28

Optional accessories ...............................................28

Contents

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Frontview........................................................29

Rearview........................................................30

Installation site ....................................................30

Transporting the tumble dryer to its installation site .....................30

Building under a continous worktop / in a kitchen run ...................30

Levelling the tumble dryer ........................................31

Room in which the dryer is located..................................31

Washer-dryer stack ..............................................31

Before moving the tumble dryer again (e.g. when moving house)..........31

External condensed water outlet ......................................32

Arranging the drain hose .........................................32

External drainage via a sink or gully ................................33

Installation conditions requiring a non-return valve .....................33

Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Electrical connection U.K. ...........................................35

Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Programmable functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Altering the residual moisture level in the Cottons programmes ..............40

Altering the residual moisture level in the Minimum iron programmes .........41

Activating and deactivating the buzzer .................................42

Extending the cooling down time......................................43

Anti-crease.......................................................44

Changing the standard drying level in the Minimum iron - Normal programme . . 45

Changing the standard drying level in the Automatic programme ............46

It is essential to read these

instructions.

This tumble dryer conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property.

To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the tumble dryer, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its safety, installation, use and maintenance.

Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.

Warning and Safety instructions

Correct application

This tumble dryer is only intended

for drying fabrics which have been washed in a water solution, and marked on the manufacturer's 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. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.

This appliance is not intended for

use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it by a person responsible for their safety.

Safety with children

Keep children away from the tumble

dryer at all times. It is not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury do not allow them to play on or near it or to play with its controls. Supervise children whilst you are using it.

Older children may only use it if its

operation has been clearly explained to them, and they are able to use it safely, recognising the dangers of incorrect use.

Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

Before setting up the tumble dryer,

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

Before connecting the tumble dryer,

ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and connected load) match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

The electrical safety of this tumble

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

Do not connect the tumble dryer to

the mains electricity supply by an extension lead. Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the tumble dryer (e.g. danger of overheating).

Unauthorised repairs could result in

unforeseen dangers for the user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved service technician. Ensure current is not supplied to the tumble dryer until after maintenance or repair work has been carried out.

Faulty components must only be

replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the tumble dryer be guaranteed.

If the connection cable is faulty it

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

In the event of a fault or for cleaning

purposes, the tumble dryer is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when:

– it is switched off at the wall socket

and the plug is withdrawn, or

– it is switched off at the mains, or

– the mains fuse is disconnected, or

the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is applicable).

This tumble dryer may only be used

in mobile installations such as ships if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer.

In countries where there are areas

which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the tumble dryer and its surroundings in a clean condition at all times. Any damage which may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the guarantee.

Do not make any alterations to the

tumble dryer, unless authorised to do so by Miele.

Warning and Safety instructions

Correct use

To prevent the risk of fire, the

following textiles must not be dried in this tumble dryer:

items which have not been washed.

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items, such as workwear, which have

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not been thoroughly cleaned and which are still soiled with grease, oil or other desposits (such as cosmetics, lotions etc). If items have not been thoroughly cleaned there is a danger that these might ignite when heated, even after they have been removed from the dryer at the end of the programme.

– items which have been treated with

inflamable cleaning agents or contain residues of acetone, alcohol, benzine, petrol, stain remover, turpentine, wax, wax remover or other chemicals (e.g. mops and floor cloths).

– items which have been splashed with

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

When washing such heavily soiled items ensure that you use sufficient detergent and select a high temperature. If in doubt, wash the items several times.

To prevent the risk of fire, the

following must not be dried in this tumble dryer:

fabrics which contain a large

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proportion of rubber, foam rubber or rubber-like materials. For example, products made from latex foam rubber, shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubberised articles and items of clothing and pillows with foam rubber filling.

items which contain padding or

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

In many programmes, the heating

phase is followed by a cooling down phase to ensure that the items are not too hot to handle when you remove them (this also avoids the danger of the laundry self-igniting). The programme is not finished until the cooling down phase is complete. Ensure that you always wait until the end of the programme before removing the laundry.

Warning: Do not switch the tumble

dryer off before the end of the drying programme. If this was done and the laundry was then removed immediately, it could give off a great amount of heat.

Fabric conditioner and similar

products must be used according to the instructions on the manufacturer's packaging.

Warning and Safety instructions

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 cleaned

regularly.

The dryer must not be used without

the condenser unit in place.

The fluff filters must be thoroughly

dried after cleaning. Damp or wet filters could cause operational faults.

Do not install the tumble dryer in a

room where there is a risk of frost occurring. At temperatures around freezing point the tumble dryer may not be able to operate properly. There is a risk of damage if the condensed water is allowed to freeze in the pump, hoses and / or condensed water container. The ambient room temperature should be between +2°C and +35°C.

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

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

Do not let anyone sit or lean on the

door, as this can cause the tumble dryer to tip up.

Always close the door after use. This

way you will avoid the danger of:

children climbing onto or into the

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dryer or hiding things in it.

pets or other small animals climbing

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into it.

The tumble dryer must not be hosed

down.

Accessories

Only use genuine Miele spare parts

and accessories with this appliance. If non-Miele parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims may be invalidated.

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

Control panel

a Programme selector

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

b Programme sequence and check

lamps

c Start button

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

d I-On/0-Off button

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

The Finish/Anti-crease lamp will light up as confirmation that the tumble dryer has been switched on.

e 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.

Notes on laundry care

Care symbols

Before drying check the drying symbol on the care label. If there are no symbols, dry at your own risk!

q .........Dryatnormaltemperature

r ..........Dryatalowtemperature

s ...............Donottumble dry

For delicates and fabrics with the

–

following care label r select Low temperature.

Tips on drying

– Always observe the maximum

recommended loads given in the "Programme chart". Never overload the drum.

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.

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Use the Automatic programme for drying mixed loads of cottons and minimum iron fabrics.

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Open jackets evenly.

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

so that they can dry

tend to

Down-filled garments

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which have a tendency to shrink, depending on the quality of the item. They can be partially dried using the Smoothing programme.

Pure linen

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dried if specified as suitable by the manufacturer on the care label, as the surface of the fabric may otherwise become rough. They can be partially dried using the Smoothing programme.

Loopknit garments

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underwear) tend to shrink depending on their quality. Do not over-dry these textiles. When purchasing these garments it is advisable to take their shrinkage properties into account.

– Minimum iron fabrics

cotton shirts or blouses tend to crease more, the greater the load. This is especially true of very fine weaves. Reduce the load or use the Minimum iron - Hand iron programme.

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

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New dark coloured garments be washed and dried separately from light coloured garments to avoid the danger of colours running and discolouring other garments or even plastic components in the appliance. Dark coloured fibres can also settle on light coloured garments and vice versa.

should only be machine

have linings

(e.g. T-shirts and

and 100%

can be dried in the

should

How to dry correctly

Brief instructions

The headings numbered (A, B, C ...) show the operating sequence and can be used as a brief guide to using your dryer.

A Sort the laundry

To ensure an even drying result separate out the washed laundry and sort it according to: . . . the drying level required . . . the type of fibre or weave . . . size . . . the moisture content after spinning.

Make sure that objects e.g.

detergent dispensing balls have been removed from the laundry. They could melt, and cause damage to the dryer or the laundry.

– Check seams and stitching to ensure

that padding and linings are intact.

– Fasten duvet covers and pillow cases

to prevent small items from being trapped inside them.

C Load the tumble dryer

Press the Door button to open the

door.

Load the laundry loosely into the

drum.

Do not overload the drum. See the "Programme chart" for recommended loads for each programme. Overloading can cause unnecessary wear and tear to the laundry and give a disappointing drying result.

Before closing the door make sure

the fluff filter is correctly positioned.

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Fasten hooks and eyes etc.

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Tie fabric belts and apron strings.

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Sew in or remove underwiring from bras.

B Turn on the tumble dryer

Switch the dryer on by pressing the I-On/0-Off button in.

The tumble dryer may be switched on after loading, saving energy as the light will not come on.

Check the laundry is right inside the drum so that it cannot get trapped or damaged when the door is shut.

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

How to dry correctly

D Select a programme

Turn the programme selector to the

required programme.

Low temperature

^ For drying particularly sensitive

fabrics (care symbol r) e.g. acrylics turn the programme selector to the Low temperature position.

Because the heater rating is reduced for the Low temperature setting clothes dry more slowly thus lengthening drying times.

E Start the programme

Press the Start button.

The indicator lamp for the Start button will then change from flashing to being on constantly. The drying cycle begins.

Depending on the programme selected, the drying stage reached is shown by the sequence indicator lamps on the right hand side of the control panel.

Before the end of a programme

The cooling down phase takes place before the end of a programme so that the garments are not too hot to handle (the Cool air indicator lamp will come on). The programme is not finished until the cooling down phase is complete. The Woollens handcare and Smoothing programmes do not include a cooling down phase.

At the end of a programme

The Finish/Anti-crease indicator lamp comes on.

The drum will continue to rotate at intervals to prevent laundry creasing, if you do not wish to remove it immediate ly. The anti-crease phase lasts for an hour. There is no anti-crease phase on the Woollens handcare programme.

During the anti-crease phase . . . . . . (depending on the programme selected) the indicator lamp for the drying stage reached will also light up. . . . the buzzer will sound at intervals.

How to dry correctly

F Remove the laundry

Press the Door button.

Open the door.

Remove the laundry.

Check that all items have been removed from the drum. If items are left in the dryer, they could be damaged by overdrying when the dryer is next used.

Switch the dryer off by pressing the

l-On/0-Off button.

^ Clean the fluff filters.

^ Close the door.

^ Empty the condensed water

container (unless the dryer has been connected for external drainage).

^ The condenser unit should be

checked and cleaned on a regular basis (see "Cleaning and care").

Cancelling a programme once it has started and then selecting a different programme

Turn the programme selector to

Finish.

When the Anti-crease/Finish indicator light comes on:

Select another programme and start

it.

Cancelling a programme once it has started and then removing the laundry

^ Proceed as described in "Adding or

removing laundry after a programme has started" below.

^ Switch the dryer off after closing the

door.

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started

^ Press the Door button.

Changing the programme sequence

Changing a programme once it has started

You cannot change to another programme once a programme has started (this prevents unintentional alterations). If you try and change a programme the Finish/Anti-crease light will start flashing.

You will need to cancel the current programme before you can select a new one.

Open the door.

Danger of burning: Do not touch the back of the drum when adding or removing items. The drum and the items can get very hot.

Add or remove items as required.

Close the door.

Press the Start button.

Programme chart

Cottons Max. load: 6 kg*

Normal+, Normal**, Low temperature

Fabric type Single and multi-layered cottons fabrics such as towelling,

jerseywear, underwear, flannelette bed linen.

Note

Hand iron**, Machine iron

Fabric type Cottons and linen fabrics, e.g. table linen, bedlinen, starched

Note To prevent laundry from drying out it should be rolled up until you

Minimum iron Max. load: 3 kg*

Normal**, Low temperature, Hand iron

Fabric type Minimum iron items made of cotton, synthetic or blended fabrics,

Notes – Select Low temperature for fabrics with the r symbol (e.g.

* Weight of dry laundry ** Note for test institutes:

Programme setting for testing in accordance with EN 61121

Select Low temperature for fabrics with the r symbol. Laundry is

–

dried at a lower temperature.

laundry.

are ready for ironing.

e.g. shirts, blouses, skirts and table cloths.

acrylic garments). Laundry is dried at a lower temperature.

– Select Hand iron for delicate fabrics and to reduce creasing

even more, reduce the load to 1.5 kg*.

– In the Minimum iron Hand iron programme, items are dried with

very little creasing, depending on fabric type and amount of load.

Programme chart

Automatic Max. load: 3.5 kg*

Fabric type Mixed load of garments suitable for Cottons and Minimum iron

programmes.

Timed drying Max. load: 6 kg*

Warm air

Fabric type

Cool air

Fabric type Any item which only needs airing.

Woollens handcare Max. load: 2 kg*

Fabric type Woollen fabrics

Notes – To refresh and fluff up woollen garments quickly. Woollen fabrics

Smoothing Max. load: 3 kg*

Fabric type – Cottons and linen fabrics.

Notes – Smooths out creasing caused during the spin cycle in the

* Weight of dry laundry

Multi-layered fabrics whose layers have different drying

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characteristics, e.g. jackets, pillows. For drying individual items, e.g. bath towels, bathing costumes,

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tea-towels.

are not dried completely by this programme.

– Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and

leave to finish drying at room temperature.

– Minimum iron mixed fibre, cotton or synthetic items, e.g.

trousers, jackets, shirts.

washing machine.

–

Fabrics are not completely dried in this programme. Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and leave to finish drying at room temperature.

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