Miele T 4122 Operating instructions

Operating instructions
for vented tumble dryer
T 4122

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.

G

M.-Nr. 06 103 660

Contents

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

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

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

Disposal of your old appliance or machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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

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

Notes on laundry care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

How to dry correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

A Prepare the laundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

B Load the drum and switch on the dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

C Select a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

D Start the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Selecting a different programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Interrupting a programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Adding or removing items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

To cancel a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

E At the end of a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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

Cleaning the fluff filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Tumble dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

General problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

To change the interior drum lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

PC indicator lamp (interface for service technicians). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Contents

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Transporting the machine to its installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Building under a continous worktop / in a kitchen run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Aligning the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Washer-dryer stack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Electrical connection U.K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Installation - venting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Calculating the effective duct length: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Installation to the left or right side of the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

a Venting system with flexible ducting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

b Venting system with plastic piping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

c Connecting directly to a wall vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

d Main venting duct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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

Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

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

Increased drying level in the COTTONS programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Increased drying level in the MINIMUM IRON programmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

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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 maintenance.
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

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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
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 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.

This dryer must not be:
–

connected to a chimney or vent flue
which is in use.

–

used without exhaust ducting.

–

used without the fluff filter in place or
if the fluff filter is damaged in any
way.

Check all parts of the extraction

system on a regular basis (e.g. wall
vent, external grille, bends in the
ducting etc.) and make sure they are all
free of any hindrance. A build-up of fluff
will prevent a free-flow of air through the
system. If the dryer is to be connected
to an existing ducting system this must
be checked for suitability beforehand.

Adequate ventilation is essential,

especially where another
appliance which also uses the room air
(e.g. gas, oil or coal fired heater,
continuous flow or other water heater) is
installed in the same or an adjacent
room.
To ensure safe operation, and to
prevent gases given off by these
appliances being drawn back into the
room, an underpressure of 0.04 mbar is
the maximum permissible. Ventilation
can be maintained by air inlets which
cannot be blocked, in windows, doors
and outside wall vents, or by an auto
matic window opening arrangement
when the tumble dryer is switched on. If
in doubt, the advice of a competent
builder, or for gas, a "Corgi" installer (in
UK) must be sought.

The exhaust air must not be vented

into a chimney or vent flue which is
in use, nor should it be connnected to
ducting which ventilates rooms with
fireplaces. It would be dangerous if
smoke or exhaust fumes were drawn
back into the room.

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.

Always keep the area around the

machine free of dust and fluff.

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Warning and Safety instructions

items which have not been

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.

To prevent the risk of fire the
following textiles must not be

dried in this machine:

– fabrics which contain a large

proportion of rubber, foam rubber or
rubber like materials.

– items which contain padding or

fillings (e.g. pillows, jackets).

– items which have been treated with

inflammable cleaning agents.

– items which have been splashed with

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

–

items which have been soiled with
oils or residues containing grease
(kitchen oils, cosmetics etc.).

–

thoroughly cleaned and which are
still soiled with grease or oil, e.g.
workwear. Such clothing may require
a heavy duty detergent to get them
clean. If necessary consult the
detergent manufacturer to make sure
it is suitable for use in your washing
machine.

Using accessories

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

Disposal of your old machine

the wall socket and withdraw the plug.
Render the plug useless and cut off the
cable directly behind the machine. This
should be done by a competent
person.

Accessory parts may only be fitted

when expressly approved by Miele.

To prevent the risk of misuse you

should switch the machine off at

–

items soiled with wax or other
chemicals (e.g. mops and floor
cloths).

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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
or machine

Electrical and electronic appliances /
machines 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 or machine. Please do
not therefore dispose of your old
machine or appliance with your
household waste.

It should be unplugged or disconnected
from the mains electricity supply by a
competent person. The plug must be
rendered useless and the cable cut off
directly behind it to prevent misuse.
See the "Warning and Safety" section of
this booklet for further details.

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 avoid unecessarily long drying

times and high consumption of
energy:

–

Make sure the room in which the
dryer is located is well ventilated.

Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre and ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.

–

Make sure the fluff filter is clean
before using the dryer.

–

Check all parts of the ventilation
system on a regular basis and
remove any build up of fluff etc.

^

The vent ducting should be as short,
straight and smooth as possible to
minimise any resistance to the air
throughflow.

This helps to reduce running times
and energy consumption levels.

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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
programme.
The
soon as a programme can be
started. It lights up constantly once
the programme has started.

Start

button to start a

Start

indicator lamp will flash as

d I-On/0-Off button

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

e Door Button

To open the door / to cancel a
programme.
Pressing this button will open the
door even when the machine is
switched off at the mains.

If the machine 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.

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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 over­drying. 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

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Programme chart

Programmes Fabric type Special notes
COTTONS

Drying levels
Normal+ Single and multi-layered

fabrics, e.g. mixed load of

cotton fabrics (e.g.

towelling, jerseywear).

Normal

(2)

Load of similar cotton

fabrics (jersey wear,

flannelette sheets,

towelling).

Low temperature For drying delicate fabrics

with the symbol r (e.g.

acrylic garments).

Hand iron

(2)

Cotton or linen fabrics (e.g.

table linen, bed linen,

starched laundry etc.).

Machine iron Cotton or linen fabrics,

including starched laundry

for machine ironing.

maximum load:

(1)

5 kg

-

If laundry is still too damp,

then:

- finish drying using Timed
drying

- use the

Warm air

Normal+

programme next time.

Laundry is dried using the

Normal

programme, but at a

lower temperature.

-

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:
Programme setting for testing according to EN 61121 standard

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Programme chart

Programmes Fabric type Special notes
MINIMUM IRON

Drying levels
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 mixed

fibres, e.g. cottons /

synthetics.

Low temperature For drying delicate fabrics

with the symbol r (e.g.

acrylic garments).

Hand iron Minimum iron shirts, table

cloths etc. made of mixed

fibres, e.g. cottons /

synthetics, which are still to

be hand ironed.

maximum load:

2.5 kg

(1)

Spin minimum iron fabrics

for at least 30 seconds in the

washing machine before

drying them.

Spin minimum iron fabrics

for at least 30 seconds in the

washing machine before

drying them.

Laundry is dried using the

Normal

programme, but at a

lower temperature.

Spin minimum iron fabrics

for at least 30 seconds in the

washing machine before

drying them.

Spin minimum iron fabrics

for at least 30 seconds in the

washing machine before

drying them.

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:
Programme setting for testing according to EN 61121 standard

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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

maximum load: 2 kg

immediately at the end of the

programme. Do not repeat.

Woollen fabrics are not dried

completely by this programme.

(1)

(1)

Cottons and linen fabrics.
Minimum iron items made
of cotton, blended fabrics

or synthetics, e.g. cotton

trousers, shirts.

Smooths out creasing caused during

the spin cycle in the washing

machine.

Fabrics are not completely dried in

this programme.

Remove garments immediately at

the end of the programme and place

on a line or hangers to dry.

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.

(1)

Weight of dry laundry

(1)

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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.

How to dry correctly

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.

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How to dry correctly

C Select a programme

^ Turn the programme selector to the

required programme.

See "Consumption data" chart for
programme durations.

Low temperature

^ For drying particularly delicate

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

Low temperature

position.

D Start the programme

Start

Press the

^

The drying cycle begins.
The drying stage reached is shown by

the sequence indicator lamps on the
right hand side of the control panel.

At the end of the drying phase a
cooling down phase commences to
cool the laundry down. The
indicator lights up.
The required degree of dryness has
now been reached.

button.

Cool air

Because the temperature is reduced for
the Low temperature settings,
programme durations will be increased
and laundry will take longer to dry.

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How to dry correctly

Selecting a different programme

As long as the cooling down phase or
the anti-crease phase has not been
reached it is possible to change a
programme after it has started by
turning the programme selector to a
different programme position.

Interrupting a programme

Switch the machine off with the

^

I-On / 0-Off

To continue drying:

Switch the dryer on with the

^

I-On / 0-Off

With COTTONS and MINIMUM IRON
programmes the programme will
continue unless the cooling down or
anti-crease phase has been reached.

With other programmes:
^ Press the

Adding or removing items

button.

button.

Start

button.

The programme has been successfully
cancelled when only the

Finish

indicator lamp is on.

Anti-crease/

E At the end of a programme

At the end of a programme the

crease/Finish

sequence display and the buzzer will
sound.

The drum will continue to rotate at
intervals to prevent laundry creasing, if
you do not wish to remove it immediate
ly. This anti-crease phase lasts for a
maximum of 60 minutes, except with
the

Woollens hand care

^ Press the

door.

^ Remove the laundry.

Make sure that the drum is empty. If
items are left in the dryer, they could
be damaged by overdrying when
the dryer is next used.

lamp will come on in the

programme.

Door

button and open the

Anti-

-

,

Do not touch the back of the
drum when adding or removing
items. The drum could be very hot ­danger of burning.

^

Open the door. Take out or add items
as required.

^

To continue drying close the door
and press

To cancel a programme

^

Turn the programme selector to

Finish

Start

.

or open the door.

^

Clean the filter.

^

Close the door.

^

Switch the dryer on by pressing the

l-On/0-Off

.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the fluff filter

The fluff which is created by the
drying process is collected in the fluff
filter in the door. Clean the filter after
every drying cycle.

^ Open the door and pull the fluff filter

out of the door as illustrated.

A cleaning brush is available as an
optional extra from your Miele dealer
or the Miele Spare Parts Department.

You can also use a vacuum cleaner.

Once clean, push the filter back into

^

the door holder until it clicks into
position. Ensure it is facing the
correct way. Close the door.

If there is a great deal of compacted
fluff on the filter, it can be cleaned
under hot running water.

After cleaning shake thoroughly until

^

no more water droplets are visible.

^ Dry the filter carefully.
^ Push the filter back into the door

holder until it clicks into position.
Make sure it is the right way round.

^

Use your fingers to remove the fluff
from the surface of the filter.

^

Remove any fluff from the hollow part
of the door holder.

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Tumble dryer

Disconnect the machine from the
power supply.

Clean the housing and control panel

^

with a mild cleaning agent or soapy
water.
Clean the drum and other stainless
steel parts with a suitable proprietary
stainless steel cleaner following the
manufacturer’s instructions.

Do not use solvents, abrasive
cleaners, glass cleaners or all­purpose cleaners. These could
damage plastic surfaces and other
parts. The machine must never be
hosed down.

^ Dry all parts with a soft cloth.

Cleaning and care

E-Cloth

A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from
the Miele UK Spare Parts Department,
which is suitable for cleaning surfaces
such as stainless steel, glass, plastic
and chrome without the use of
chemicals. It can be washed 300 times.

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Problem solving guide

With the help of the following notes minor faults in the performance of the
machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right
without contacting the Service Department.

Repair work to electrical equipment should only be carried out by a suitably

,

qualified person in accordance with local and national safety regulations.
Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The
manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.

General problems

Problem Possible cause Remedy
The tumble dryer fails to

start when switched on.

Items made of synthetic
fibres are charged with
static electricity after
drying.

No obvious cause.

Synthetic fibres tend to
attract static charge.

Have you followed the

–

switch-on procedure
correctly (see “How to
dry correctly”)?

– Is the plug correctly

inserted in the socket
and switched on?

– Is the door closed

properly?

– Has the fuse or circuit

breaker tripped?

Static charge can be
reduced by adding a
fabric conditioner to the
final rinse in the washing
machine or a fabric
conditioner sheet to the
load in the dryer.

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy
There is a build up of

fluff.

The laundry is not
sufficiently dry.

The interior drum
lighting does not come
on.

Fluff is principally the
result of friction when
garments are being worn
and washed. Machine
drying hardly causes any
fluff to form and, has
been established by
research institutes, to
have no effect on the
lifetime of fabric.

The load consisted of
different fabrics.

The lighting switches off
automatically (to save
energy).

The lamp needs
changing.

Fluff is collected by the
fluff filters and can be
easily removed (see
"Cleaning and Care").

Finish drying using

–

"Timed drying - Warm
air".

– Select a more suitable

drying programme next
time (see "Programme
chart").

Switch the dryer off and
then on again.

Change the lamp as
described at the end of
this section.

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy
The drying

process goes on
too long or even
switches off.

Important: Before attempting to remedy one of the following

causes, switch the dryer off and switch on again to start the
programme again.

Ventilation to the dryer is
insufficient (e.g because it is
installed in a room which is
too small).

The fluff filter may be
blocked.

The laundry has not been
spun sufficiently.

The tumble dryer has been
overloaded.

Metallic components, e.g.
zips have prevented the
dryer from registering the
correct moisture level in the
laundry.

The vent ducting or the
ventilation outlet is blocked;

Open a door or window while
the machine is in operation
for increased air flow.

Remove any fluff.

Make sure that your laundry
is thoroughly spun at highest
spin speed for the type of
fabric.

Do not exceed the maximum
load for the programme
selected.

– Close zips and fasten any

hooks next time.

If the problem occurs again,
dry garments with long zips
using "Timed drying - Warm
air".

–

Check all parts of the
extraction system on a
regular basis (e.g. wall
vent, external grille, bends
in the ducting etc.) and
make sure they are all free
of any hindrance.

–

Remove any fluff.

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy
The programme has

stopped. The Anti-
crease/Finish lamp
has come on in the
sequence display and
the buzzer is
sounding.

The programme has
been interrupted. The
indicator lamp for

Hand iron or Machine
iron is flashing, and

the buzzer sounds.

This is not a fault.
The electronic unit has

recognised that there is no
laundry in the drum and
cancelled the programme.

Drying individual garments
or items which are already
dry can also cause the
programme to be stopped.

No obvious cause.

Use the "Timed drying ­Warm air" programme to
dry individual items.

Before changing a
programme: Open and
close the drum door.

Switch the dryer off and

–

then on again.
Then start the

–

programme again.

If the programme stops
again and the fault
message reappears there
is a fault. Contact the
Miele Service
Department.

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Problem solving guide

To change the interior drum lamp

Open the door.

^

Before changing the lamp,
disconnect the machine from the
mains power supply.

You will find the interior lamp cover at
the top of the drum aperture.

^ Insert the opener under the side

edge of the cover as illustrated.

To close the flap push it upwards and

^

press it on the left and right until you
hear it click into position.

The cover must be fixed

,

securely, as otherwise moisture may
seep in and cause a short circuit.

^

Turn your wrist to make the cover
open downwards.

The temperature resistant lamp should
only be ordered from your Miele dealer
or the Miele Spare Parts Department.

The lamp must not exceed the
maximum wattage quoted on the
data plate and on the lamp cover.

^

Replace the lamp.

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Problem solving guide

After sales service

Repairs

In the event of any faults which you
cannot remedy yourself, please contact

your Miele Dealer or

–

The Miele Service Department (see

–

back cover for address).

When contacting the Service
Department, please quote the model
and serial number of your machine,
both of which are shown on the data
plate situated on the right hand side
below the drum aperture.

PC indicator lamp (interface for
service technicians)

The indicator lamp marked PC on the
fascia panel is the interface used by
the Miele service technicians during
service work for testing purposes.

Optional accessories

Optional accessories for these dryers
are available from your Miele Dealer or
from the Miele Spare Parts Department.

Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded to
improve our service.

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Installation

Front view

a Venting connection: rear, right or left

(supplied with the rear socket open)

b Supply cable for electrical

connection

c Control panel
d Door
e Four height-adjustable screw feet

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Installation

Installation site

Make sure the dryer door can be

,

opened without hindrance after
installation.

Transporting the machine to its
installation site

When moving the machine you can
hold it by the lid where it protrudes to
the rear of the dryer. To manoeuvre the
dryer out of its packing case to its
installation site you will also need to
hold it by the front feet.

Building under a continous worktop /
in a kitchen run

The space required by the vent duct
must be taken into consideration when
calculating the distance between the
machine and a wall or other machines
or furniture on either side.

,

A building under kit* is required
which must be fitted by a suitably
qualified person.
The machine lid is replaced by a
coverplate. It is essential that the
coverplate is fitted to ensure
electrical safety.

* Available as an optional accessory
from your Miele dealer or the Miele
Spare Parts Department.

The building under kit is supplied with
its own installation instructions.

N.B. When built under drying times may
be longer.

Replacing the lid

If the lid has been removed in order to
fit a cover plate, ensure that, if the lid is
replaced, it fits securely into the rear
holders. Otherwise, it is not properly
secure for transport.

–

When installing under a 900/910 mm
high worktop a spacer kit* is
required.

–

Flat ducting* is required if there is not
enough space for a ventilation
ducting hoses or pipes.

–

The electrical socket must be
located in an accessible position
near the machine.

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Installation

Aligning the machine

The machine must be perfectly level to
ensure safe and proper operation.

A ventilation gap of 10 mm must

,

be maintained between the base of
the machine and the floor. It must
not be blocked by deep pile
carpets, plinths, etc as this would
prevent a sufficient intake of air.

Washer-dryer stack

The tumble dryer can also be
combined with a Miele washing
machine in a washer-dryer stack. To do
this the appropriate stacking kit* (WTV)
to match your washing machine is
required.

* Available as an optional accessory
from your Miele dealer or the Miele
Spare Parts Department.

,

Stacking kits must only be

installed by suitably qualified fitters.

^

The screw feet can be adjusted to
compensate for any unevenness in
the floor.

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Electrical connection

Electrical connection U.K.

All electrical work should be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person, in strict accordance with
national and local safety regulations.

Ensure power is not supplied to the
appliance until after installation work
has been carried out.

The appliance is supplied with a mains
cable with moulded plug ready for
connection to a 230-240V mains
supply. The voltage and connected
load are given on the data plate.
Please ensure these match the
household mains supply. The fuse
rating is quoted on the plug.

Connection should be made via
suitable switched socket which is easily
accessible after installation.

For extra safety it is advisable to install
a residual current device (RCD), with a
trip current of 30 mA (in accordance
with DIN VDE 0664, VDE 0100 Section

739).

Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363

The fuse cover must be refitted when
changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover
is lost, the plug must not be used until a
suitable replacement is obtained. The
colour of the correct replacement cover
is that of the coloured insert in the base
of the plug, or the colour that is
embossed in words on the base of the
plug (as applicable to the design of
plug fitted).

Replacement fuses should be ASTA
approved to BS 1362 and have the
correct rating. Replacement fuses and
fuse covers may be purchased from
your local electrical supplier or Service
agent.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE
MUST BE EARTHED

Do not connect via an extension lead.
Extension leads do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (e.g.
danger of overheating).

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Installation - venting

General

Important

Before operating the tumble dryer, a
suitable ducting system must be
installed to carry the moist air from
the dryer to the outside.
This can be: . . .
. . . flexible ducting hose, or plastic
piping connected to the dryer, or
. . . or the dryer may be connected
directly to the wall vent.

– Before installing the ducting system,

ensure that the machine is not
connected to the power supply.

– The ducting outlet (e.g. wall pipe)

should be installed in such a way
that the moist expelled air . . .
. . . cannot be drawn back into

the room in which the dryer is
installed;

. . . cannot cause any damage to

the building or other
nuisance.

Avoid:

very long ducting systems

–

too many bends or corners; tight

–

corners;

Otherwise the drying result will be less
effective and it will take longer and use
more energy.

Suitable materials

for the ventilation ducting:

–

flexible ducting* or plastic piping
with a diameter of at least 100 mm.

– for venting to the outside:

a wall pipe kit* or a window vent kit*.

* Available from your Miele dealer or the
Miele Spare Parts Department.

Procedure

^ First measure the duct length

required. Calculate the effective duct
length and establish the internal duct
diameter required (use the tables on
the next page).

–

Adequate ventilation is essential as
the dryer uses the room air.

Ventilation can be maintained by:

- an open window;

- an air inlet which cannot be
blocked in windows, doors
and outside wall vents;

- a window switch which prevents
the dryer being used when the

window is closed.

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^

Then decide which type of ducting
you want to use (see "Venting
systems" in this section).

Installation - venting

Calculating the effective duct
length:

Friction against the inner walls of the
ducting will slow down the expelled air
as it passes through. An elbow, bend,
non-return flap or wall vent creates
more friction than a straight duct. The
friction created by each of these is
expressed as an additional duct
length factor. The additional length
factors are calculated by comparing
the friction created by, for example, an
elbow to that created by 1 metre of
straight plastic piping (Table I).

The additional duct length factor for
each item needs to be added together
to ascertain the effective duct length
required.

A larger internal duct diameter also
helps reduce friction. If the effective
duct length is more than 20 m the
duct diameter should be increased
(Table II).

1. To calculate the effective duct
length required:

^

First measure the distance which will
require straight ducting
amount by the corresponding
additional duct length factor in Table I.

^

Establish the number of angles,
bends etc. necessary and add their
additional duct length factors
together with the help of Table I.

. Multiply this

2. Internal duct diameter

Refer to Table II for the appropriate

^

duct diameter required.

Table I

Additional

duct length

factor

Flexible ducting*

1 m laid straight

–

45° angle

–

(Bend radius = 0.25 m)
90° angle

–

(Bend radius = 0.25 m)

Flexible aluminium ducting* / plastic
piping

1 m laid straight / or 1 m straight

–

pipe
45° angle / elbow

–

(Bend radius = 0.25 m)
90° angle / elbow

–

(Bend radius = 0.25 m)

Wall vent kit* or window vent kit*

–

with louvred grille

–

with non-return flap (hinged flap)

Non-return flap* to be integrated into
the vent ducting

Flat ducting (for washer dryer
stack)*

Venting connection to the left/right 1.0 m

* optional accessory from Miele

1.8 m

1.5 m

2.5 m

1.0 m

0.6 m

0.8 m

3.8 m

1.5 m

14.3 m

11.0 m

Table II

Maximum effective
duct length allowable

10 m with
20 m without
40 m without

100 m without

Ring adapter

Ring adapter
Ring adapter
Ring adapter

Internal duct
diameter
required

100 mm
100 mm
125 mm
150 mm

^

Add all the additional duct length
factors together to get the effective
duct length.

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Installation - venting

3. Example

A Wall pipe, with louvred vent

= 1 x 3.8 m Additional duct
length

B/D 2 Elbows, 90°

= 2 x 0.8 m Additional duct
length

C 0.5 m plastic piping

= 0.5 x 1 m Additional duct
length

E Side connection, left

= 1 m Additional duct length = 1.0 m
Effective duct length = 6.9 m

= 3.8 m

= 1.6 m

= 0.5 m

Result: A duct diameter of 100 mm is
adequate as the effective duct length is
less than the 20 m specified in Table II.

Installation to the left or right
side of the machine

At the rear

The connection is opened at the
factory.

Fit one of the venting systems

^

described on the following pages.

Left or right side of the machine

^

Remove the left or right hand side
cover cap. Do not remove the frame.
Refit it in the rear outlet.

^

Ensure it is securely in position so
that it cannot fall out when the dryer
is in operation.

^

Fit one of the venting systems
described on the following pages.

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Installation - venting

Venting systems overview

The various venting systems which are
possible (a b c) are described on
the following pages.

Adapter

A ring adapter** (1) is installed in
adapter (2) for the installation of a
flexible vent duct. It reduces time and
energy requirements during drying
when used in combination with a short

vent duct (maximum 10 m total
length). The ring adapter is removable

and designed for use with all venting
systems.

** Note for test institutes: EN 61121 Standard
testing is carried out with the ring adapter.

a Venting system with flexible
ducting

This is a simple, cost effective
method of directing the moist air
outside. The adapter is fitted into the
vent opening on the dryer and the
ducting hose is then connected to
the adapter.

The following items are required:

^

... flexible ducting hose
... a wall vent kit* or window vent kit*.
* (Miele optional accessory).

^ Ring adapter (1) must be taken out of

adapter (2), if the total duct length is
longer than 10 m.
If the total duct length is less than 10
m the ring adapter should be left in
the adapter.

^

Fit adapter (2) into the vent opening
on the dryer, and connect vent hose
(3).

^

See next page for examples.

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Installation - venting

Installation examples - venting
system with flexible ducting

Window vent

1. Window vent kit (fitted in a
"plexiglass" pane)
(separate fitting instructions are
supplied with the Miele window vent
kit)

2. Adapter for flexible hose

Connection to an exhaust flue

1. Pipe with connection piece
(= supplied with the Miele wall vent
kit)

2. Adapter for flexible hose

3. Exhaust flue insulated against damp

,

The ducting must not be vented
into a chimney or vent flue which is
in use, nor should it be connected to
ducting which ventilates rooms with
fireplaces.

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Installation - venting

b Venting system with

plastic piping

Plastic piping is a good option where
the vented air has to ducted for some
distance. The smooth walls of the
pipe are less resistant to the vented
air than the walls of a flexible vent
hose, for example. Time and energy
consumption are better with plastic
piping.

The following items are required: . .

^

. . . an adapter* (dia. 100 mm)* with
rib on the inside.
. . . a wall vent kit* or window vent
kit*.
* (Miele optional accessory)
. . . Suitable plastic piping is
available from your dealer or
builder’s merchant. If a pipe diameter
greater than 100 mm is required,
additional adapters are necessary
(e.g. to increase from C 100 to 125
mm) to connect the pipe to the dryer.

If the total duct length is greater than
10 m the ring adapter is not required.

B Fit Miele adapter (2) into the vent

opening on the dryer.

C Attach the pipe (3).

Example

1. Wall vent kit
(Separate fitting instructions are
supplied with the Miele wall vent kit).

2. Adapter

3. Plastic piping, diameter DN 100

A The ring adapter (1) only needs to be

fitted into the Miele adapter (2), if the
total duct length is less than 10 m.

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Installation - venting

c Connecting directly to a wall
vent

The best method of venting the dryer
is to connect it directly to the outside
wall of a room. However, it is
necessary to insert the wall vent right
through the wall.
Because the vented air is blown
directly outside, and has only a short
distance to go, this system is very
efficient in terms of time and energy
consumption.

A wall pipe and a flexible foam

^

gasket must be used (both Miele
optional accessories).

A Before drilling into the wall . . .

. . . please read the installation
instructions supplied with the Miele
wall pipe.
. . . and study the following
diagrams.

View from above:

Side view:

1. Wall pipe

2. Flexible foam gasket

1. Wall pipe

2. Flexible foam gasket

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B Insert the ring adapter (1) into the

wall pipe.

C Fit the foam gasket (3) on to the

connecting piece (2) on the wall pipe
and push the dryer up against the
wall.

d Main venting duct

We recommend that when several
dryers are being installed each dryer
should be fitted with one non-return flap
installed directly on the main venting
duct (R, upper picture). Extra Miele
equipment is required for this purpose.

Installation - venting

When up to five dryers are being
installed, the pipe diameter D must be
increased according to Table III.

Number of

Dryers

2
3

4 - 5

Magnification factor

for the pipe diameter

from Table II

1

1.25

1.5

1 Connection to the main venting duct
2 Miele non-return flap
3 Additional Miele adapter
4 Miele vent hose, very flexible

^

Push the non-return flap (2)
completely into the adapter (3).

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Installation - venting

Washer dryer stack

Height of venting outlet for washer
dryer stack

Miele washing machine with straight or
sloping fascia

Stacking kit* without worktop:
A = 94.2 cm
B = 170.0 cm
Stacking kit* with worktop:
A = 92.8 cm

Miele washing machine with Comfort
line angled fascia

Stacking kit* without worktop:
C = 94.2 cm
D = 170.0 cm
Stacking kit* with worktop:
C = 96.0 cm
D = 171.8 cm
* Miele optional accessories

B = 168.6 cm
* Miele optional accessories

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Consumption data

Programmes Capacity Final spin speed

kg rpm kWh Minutes

COTTONS
Normal+ 5.0 1200

(1)

Normal
Normal 5.0 1200

Hand iron
Hand iron 5.0 1200

Machine iron 5.0 1200

MINIMUM IRON
Normal
Hand iron 2.5 1000 1.00 30
Special programmes
Woollens hand

care
Smoothing 2.5 - 0.30 8

(1)

EN 61121 test programme

(1)

(1)

5.0 800 (70 % residual moisture) 3.30 84

5.0 800 (70 % residual moisture) 2.60 69

2.5 1000 (50 % residual moisture) 1.15 33

2.0 - 0.20 3

(in a domestic

washing machine)

1400
1600
1800

1400
1600
1800

1400
1600
1800

1400
1600
1800

Electricity

consumption

2.70

2.60

2.30

2.25

2.60

2.45

2.20

2.15

1.90

1.80

1.50

1.45

1.50

1.40

1.15

1.10

Drying time

(incl.

cooling down

time)

70
67
60
59

67
64
57
56

52
49
42
41

42
39
33
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EN 61121 Standard testing is carried out with the ring adapter.
Before testing in accordance with EN 61121, dry a 3 kg load of cotton laundry

with 70% residual moisture as per the above standard using the Normal Cottons
programme without selecting any additional functions.

Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given above depending
on the size of the load, types of textiles, residual moisture levels after spinning,
fluctuations in the electricity supply and any additional options selected.

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Technical data

Height 85 cm (adjustable +0.7/-0.7 cm)
Height without lid 82 cm
Depth with door open 106 cm
Width 59.5 cm
Depth 58 cm
Weight 48 kg
Drum volume 100 litres
Maximum capacity 5 kg dry weight
Length of connection cable 1.60 m
Voltage see data plate
Rated load see data plate
Fuse rating see data plate
Lamp wattage see data plate
Energy consumption see "Consumption data"
Test certificates awarded Radio/TV suppressed, VDE

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Programmable functions
for changing
standard settings

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Programmable functions

Increased drying level in the
COTTONS programmes

The machine is designed to dry
using as little energy as possible.
However, if you require the laundry to
be drier, it is possible to reduce the
final moisture level in the COTTONS
programmes. Note that programme
durations will be longer if this option
is activated.

The machine is supplied ex-works with
this option switched off. It can be
activated is wished.

Follow steps A to G to programme and
store in memory.

The programmable functions are
activated with the help of the
button and the programme selector.

Before you begin, first ensure that
– The tumble dryer is switched off.
– The door is closed.
–

The programme selector is at

A Press the

pressed in whilst carrying out steps
B to C.

Start

button and keep it

Start

:

Finish

E Turn the programme selector to the

COTTONS
If the

–

the increased drying level is
deactivated.

If the

–

flashing, the increased drying level is
activated.

F Pressing the

between activating and deactivating
increased drying.

G Switch the machine off with the

I-On / 0-Off

The setting you have selected is now
stored in memory. You can change it
again at any time.

To check:

^ Carry out steps A to E.

If the indicator lamp for
flashes = Increased drying level

.

is not on = Increased drying level

^

Switch off the dryer.

The check is complete.

Drying

Drying

Normal

position.

indicator lamp is not on,

indicator lamp is

Start

button switches

button.

Drying

is switched on

is switched off

B Switch the dryer on with the

I-On / 0-Off

C Wait until the

comes on . . .

D . . . and then release the

40

button.

Start

indicator lamp

Start

button.

Programmable functions

Increased drying level in the
MINIMUM IRON programmes

The machine is designed to dry
using as little energy as possible.
However, if you require the laundry to
be drier, it is possible to reduce the
final moisture level in the MINIMUM
IRON programmes. Note that
programme durations will be longer if
this option is activated.

The machine is supplied ex-works with
this option switched off. It can be
activated if wished.

Follow steps A to G to programme and
store in memory.

The programmable functions are
activated with the help of the
button and the programme selector.

Before you begin, first ensure that
– The tumble dryer is switched off.
– The door is closed.
–

The programme selector is at

A Press the

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

B to C.

B Switch the dryer on with the

I-On / 0-Off

Start

button and keep it

button.

Start

:

Finish

E Turn the programme selector to the

COTTONS
position.

If the

–

the increased drying level is
deactivated.

If the

–

flashing, the increased drying level is
activated.

F Pressing the

between activating and deactivating
increased drying.

G Switch the machine off with the

I-On / 0-Off

The setting you have selected is now
stored in memory. You can change it
again at any time.

To check:

^ Carry out steps A to E.

If the indicator lamp for
flashes = Increased drying level

.

is not on = Increased drying level

^

Switch off the dryer.

The check is complete.

Low Temperature

Drying

Drying

indicator lamp is not on,

indicator lamp is

Start

button.

is switched on

is switched off

button switches

Drying

C Wait until the

comes on . . .

D . . . and then release the

Start

indicator lamp

Start

button.

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Programmable functions

Buzzer

An audible tone sounds repeatedly at
the end of a programme.

The buzzer is activated as standard ex­works. It can be deactivated if wished.

The buzzer will sound if there is a fault,
even if it has been deactivated.

Follow steps A to G to programme and
store in memory.

The programmable functions are
activated with the help of the
button and the programme selector.

Before you begin, first ensure that
– The tumble dryer is switched off.
– The door is closed.
– The programme selector is at
A Press the

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

B to C.

B Switch the dryer on with the

I-On / 0-Off

C Wait until the

comes on . . .

Start

button and keep it

button.

Start

indicator lamp

Start

:

Finish

E Turn the programme selector to the

COTTONS
If the

–

buzzer is activated.
If the

–

buzzer is deactivated.

F Pressing the Start button switches

between activating and deactivating
the buzzer.

G Switch the machine off with the

I-On / 0-Off

The setting you have selected is now
stored in memory. You can change it
again at any time.

To check:

^ Carry out steps A to E.

.

If the indicator lamp for

flashes = The Buzzer

is not on = The Buzzer

^

Switch off the dryer.

The check is complete.

Drying

Drying

Hand iron

lamp is flashing, the

lamp is not on, the

button.

position.

Drying

is activated

is deactivated

D . . . and then release the

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Start

button.

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