Operating instructions
for condenser tumble dryer
T 4423 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.
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
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
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the mains fuse is withdrawn.
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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
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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.
– 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.
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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.
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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 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.
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Guide to the appliance
Control panel / Features
a Delay Start button
The start of a programme can be
delayed by up to 24 hours.
b Start button
Press the
programme.
The indicator lamp will flash to
indicate that a programme can be
started. It lights up constantly once
the programme has started.
c Display
The display fulfills several functions.
See next page for details.
d Additional option buttons
Indicator lamps:
on = option selected
off = option not selected
See "How to dry correctly - selecting
additional options" for details on
these options.
e Timed drying button
To select the time required for timed
drying with hot or cold air (max. 2
hours).
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Start
button to start a
f Programme selector
The programme selector can be
turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.
The light ring around the programme
selector comes on during a programme and goes out a few minutes
after it has ended to save energy. It
will go out a few minutes after
switching on the dryer if a
programme has not been selected or
if the programme selected is not
started.
g Programme sequence indicator
lamps: show the drying stage
reached;
Check lamps: see "Problem solving
guide" for details.
h I-On/0-Off button
For switching the machine on and off
or to interrupt a programme.
i Door button
To open the door / cancel a
programme.
Pressing this button will open the
door even when the machine is
switched off at the mains.
To save energy, the interior drum
lighting will go out after a while if the
dryer is switched on and the door is
left open.
Guide to the appliance
Display
The display shows a variety of functions:
it displays how long a programme
–
has to run in hours and minutes;
with "Delay start" it displays the time
–
remaining until the programme starts;
it displays programmable functions
–
being selected and de-selected.
Time left display for Cottons and
Minimum Iron programmes
Once a sensor programme has started
the time left for a programme to run will
be calculated by the machine. During
this calculation period the following
bars will flash in the display:
=== ... -== ... == ... . After approx. 1
minute the programme duration will
appear in the display and proceed to
count down in minutes.
The programme duration can vary each
time a programme is run because it is
affected by a variety of factors e.g:
–
the moisture content after spinning
flashing bars in front of it, this indicates
that the programme is about to enter
the cooling down phase and is not
indicative of a fault.
The time remaining displayed should
not be taken as an accurate time
measurement. It is an estimate of when
your laundry should reach the level
dryness you have selected.
Future updates
The indicator lamp marked "PC" is
explained in "After Sales Service".
Electronic lock and programmable
functions
Electronic lock
Prevents the machine being operated
by others.
Programmable functions
Programmable functions enable the
machine to be adapted to suit personal
requirements.
See the relevant section for detailed
instructions.
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the type of textiles
–
the quantity of laundry in the drum
–
the ambient room temperature
–
fluctuations in the electricity supply
The electronic unit adapts to each
individual load of laundry. The time
remaining for a programme to run
shown in the display is calculated
constantly during a programme. This
means that the time displayed may
fluctuate during the programme. If the
time remaining in the display has
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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
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.
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Woollens hand
New dark coloured garments
dried separately from light coloured
garments to avoid the danger of colours running.
should be
Programme chart
ProgrammesFabric typeSpecial notes
Drying levels
COTTONSmaximum load: 5 kg
Extra dryMulti-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 ironCotton 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
r
" in the future.
The laundry should be rolled
up to prevent it from drying
out before it can be ironed.
(1)
(1)
Weight of dry laundry
(2)
Note for test institutes: These programmes are to be
used when testing according to EN 61121 standard
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Programme chart
ProgrammeFabric typeSpecial notes
Drying levels
MINIMUM IRONmaximum 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 ironMinimum iron shirts, table
cloths etc. made of blended
fabrics (e.g. cottons and
synthetics), which are still to
be hand ironed.
TIMED DRYINGmaximum load: 5 kg
Warm airIndividual items
(e.g. bathing costumes, bath
towels, tea-towels).
Multi-layered fabric whose
layers have different drying
characteristics.
Cool airItems 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)
(1)
(1)
Weight of dry laundry
(2)
Note for test institutes: These programmes are to be
used when testing according to EN 61121 standard.
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Programme chart
ProgrammeFabric typeSpecial notes
Special care programmes
Woollens
hand care
Woollen fabricsTo refresh and fluff up woollen
garments quickly. Remove garments
Smoothingmaximum load: 2.5 kg
Cottons and linen fabrics.
Smooths out creasing caused during
Minimum iron items made
of cotton, blended fabrics
For delicates and fabrics with the following wash care label r select the
temperature
option.
Low
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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.
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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 Selecting a programme
Turn the programme selector to the
^
programme required.
COTTONS and MINIMUM IRON
The length of the programme is
electronically calculated according to
the residual moisture content of the
load. Approx. drying times are given in
the "Consumption data" chart.
Woollens Hand care and Smoothing
See the "Consumption data" chart for
programme times.
TIMED DRYING
When choosing Warm or Cool air
TIMED DRYING you select the duration
of the programme.
^
Press the
repeatedly until the required time
appears in the display.
Times are chosen as follows:
- 15-30 minutes in 5 minute stages
- Over 30 minutes in 10 minute
stages.
If the
pressed in, the time will automatically
run up to 2 hours and then go back
to i5 minutes again.
Timed drying
Timed drying
button
button is held
D Selecting additional options
^ Additional options are selected
before starting a programme by
pressing the relevant buttons.
It is not possible to activate additional
options which are incompatible with the
drying programme selected. The
indicator light will go out when the
option button is released. If an
inappropriate combination of options is
selected (e.g. "Short" and "Low
temperature") only the last option
selected will be activated.
Anti-crease
By selecting the anti-crease option
the drum will turn at regular intervals
after the end of the programme to
prevent the laundry from settling into
creases and folds.
The anti-crease option
^
should be selected if laundry is not
going to be removed from the drum
as soon as the programme has
finished.
^
can be selected or de-selected after
a programme has started.
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