Operating instructions
for condenser tumble dryer
T 4453 C
It is essential to read these
operating instructions before
installing or using the machine
to avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the machine.
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M.-Nr. 06 086 650
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.
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
To avoid unnecessarily long drying
times and high consumption of energy:
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.
–
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.
It should be unplugged or disconnected
from the mains electricity supply by a
2
–
Make sure the fluff filters are clean
before using the dryer.
–
Check the condenser unit from time
to time and clean it when necessary.
Read the operating instructions
carefully before using this appliance
for the first time. They contain
important information about the
safety, use and maintenance of the
appliance. This way you will avoid
the risk of accidents and damage to
the appliance.
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.
Any other applications may be
dangerous. The manufacturer is not
liable for damage resulting from
improper use or operation.
This appliance is not intended for
use by young children or infirm
persons unless they have been
adequately supervised by a
responsible person to ensure that they
can use the appliance safely.
Young children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
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 appliance and an effective earthing
system which complies with local and
national regulations. It is most important
that this basic safety requirement is
regularly tested by a qualified
electrician. The manufacturer cannot be
held responsible 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
responsibility. Repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele approved
engineer.
Ensure current is not supplied to the
appliance 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 appliance is supplied from a
cord extension set or electrical
portable outlet device the cord
extension set or electrical portable
outlet device should be positioned so it
is not subject to splashing or ingress of
moisture.
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 plug 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.
difficult to start.
There is a risk of damage if the
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.
The dryer must not be used without
the fluff filters in place or if the fluff
filters are damaged in any way.
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
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Warning and Safety instructions
Always close the door after use.
This way you will avoid the danger
of:
anyone sitting or leaning on the door,
–
which can cause the machine to tip
up,
children climbing onto or into the
–
dryer or hiding things in it.
There is danger of fire with fabrics
which:
contain a large proportion of rubber,
–
foam rubber or rubber like materials.
– have been treated with inflammable
cleaning agents.
– have been splashed with hair
lacquer, hair spray, nail varnish
remover or similar substances.
– which contain padding or fillings
(e.g. pillows, jackets). If these were
damaged the filling could leak with
the risk of igniting in the dryer.
–
are soiled with oil or grease.
In areas which may be subject to
infestation by cockroaches or other
vermin, pay particular attention to
keeping the appliance 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 appliance
guarantee.
To minimize the risk of fire in a
tumble dryer, the following
should be observed:
Items that have been spotted or
–
soaked with vegetable or cooking oil
constitute a fire hazard and should
not be placed in a tumble dryer.
Oil-affected items can ignite
spontaneously, especially when
exposed to heat sources such as in a
tumble dryer. The items become
warm, causing an oxidation reaction
in the oil. Oxidation creates heat. If
the heat cannot escape, the items
can become hot enough to catch
fire. Pilling, stacking or storing
oil-affected items can prevent heat
from escaping and so create a fire
hazard.
If it is unavoidable that fabrics that
contain vegetable or cooking oil or
have been contaminated by hair care
products be placed in a tumble dryer
they should first be washed in hot
water with extra detergent - this will
reduce, but not eliminate, the hazard.
The "cool down" cycle of tumble
dryers should be used to reduce the
temperature of the items. They
should not be removed from the
tumble dryer or piled or stacked
while hot.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Items that have been previously
–
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or
spotted with petrol/gasoline,
dry-cleaning solvents or other
flammable or explosive substances
should not be placed in a tumble
dryer.
Highly flammable substances
commonly used in a domestic
environments include acetone,
denatured alcohol, petrol/gasoline,
kerosene, spot removers (some
brands), turpentine, waxes and wax
removers.
– Items containing foam rubber (also
known as latex foam) or similarly
textured rubber like materials should
not be dried in a tumble dryer on a
heat setting.
Foam rubber materials can, when
heated, produce fire by spontaneous
combustion.
Plastic articles such as shower caps
–
or babies’ waterproof napkin covers
should not be placed in a tumble
dryer.
Rubber-backed articles, clothes
–
fitted with foam rubber pads, pillows,
galoshes and rubber-coated tennis
shoes should not be placed in a
tumble 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.
– Fabric softeners or similar products
should not be used in a tumble dryer
to eliminate the effects of static
electricity unless this practice is
specifically recommended by the
manufacturer of the fabric softener or
product.
–
Undergarments that contain metal
reinforcements should not be placed
in a tumble dryer.
Damage to the tumble dryer can
result if metal reinforcements come
loose during drying. When available
a drying rack could be used for such
items.
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Operating the tumble dryer
Control panel
a PROGRAMME buttons e-
with indicator lights.
For selecting a drying programme.
b EXTRAS buttons
with indicator lights.
Various Extras (options) can be
added to the drying programmes.
c DRYING LEVEL button
with indicator lights.
For selecting the drying level.
d DRYING SEQUENCE indicator
lights
Show which stage the programme is
at.
e Buzzer button
An audible tone sounds at the end of
the programme.
f CHECK lights
These indicator lights have various
functions. See Problem solving
guide.
g Start/Stop button
For starting the programme selected
and cancelling a programme once it
has started.
The indicator light flashes while a
programme is being selected and
then is on constantly when the
programme has started.
Pressing this button while drying is in
progress will cancel the programme.
h Delay start button
You can delay the start of a
programme (by up to 24 hours).
The indicator light flashes while the
delay start time is being selected,
and is on constantly after it has
begun.
i Door button
Pressing this button will open the
door even if the machine is switched
off at the mains.
j I-On/0-Off button
For switching the dryer on and off.
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k Display h min
The display fulfills several functions.
See next page for details.
Operating the tumble dryer
Features
Display
The display shows:
the programme duration (time
–
remaining);
the delay start time;
–
check messages;
–
programmable functions.
–
Estimated time remaining
The electronics calculate the drying
time a few seconds after the
programme has started. During this
calculation period, bars will flash in the
display (===...-==... ==...). The estimated
drying time will then appear in the
display. Please be aware that it is only
an estimate!
The following factors all affect the
estimated time remaining: Residual
moisture content after spinning; type of
fabric; size of load; room temperature;
fluctuations in power supply.
Buttons and check lights
The relevant indicator light comes on
each time a button is pressed.
PC / Optical interface
The indicator or check light marked PC
is explained in "After Sales Service".
Drum lighting
If the dryer is switched on, the drum
lighting will come on when the door is
opened. It will go out after a short while
if the door is left open to save energy.
Electronic system lock
This can be used to lock the electronics
to prevent the dryer being used without
your knowledge.
Programmable functions
The programmable functions allow you
to change standard settings.
The electronics continually assess
conditions in the machine and adjust
the estimated time remaining for a more
accurate reading. Because of this the
time displayed can alter during the
course of a programme.
If the time remaining stops counting
down shortly before the end of the
programme and bars start flashing in
the display, this is not a fault.
The drying programme is a little longer
than was originally indicated.
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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. . . . . . . . . Dry at normal temperature
r . . . . . . . . . . Dry at a low temperature
s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Do not tumble dry
For delicates and fabrics with the
–
following care label r select
temperature
.
Low
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.
–
Use the
drying mixed loads of cottons and
minimum iron fabrics.
–
Open jackets
evenly.
–
Woollens and wool blends
become matted and shrink if dried in
a tumble dryer. They can, however,
be partially dried using the
hand care
Automatic
programme.
programme for
so that they can dry
tend to
Woollens
Down-filled garments
–
which have a tendency to shrink,
depending on the quality of the item.
They can be partially dried using the
Smoothing
Pure linen
–
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
Loopknit garments
–
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
programme.
should only be machine
programme.
iron - Hand iron
–
Starched laundry
tumble dryer. To achieve the usual
finish, double the amount of starch
should be used.
–
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 machine.
Dark coloured fibres can also settle
on light coloured garments and vice
versa.
have linings
(e.g. T-shirts and
and 100%
Minimum
programme.
can be dried in the
should
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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
machine.
A Sort the laundry
To ensure even drying results sort
washed laundry 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.
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 in
the door.
door
button to open the
–
Fasten zips, hooks and eyes etc.
–
Tie fabric belts and apron strings.
–
Sew in or remove underwiring from
bras.
B Turn on the tumble dryer
^
Switch the dryer on by pressing the
I-On/0-Off
The tumble dryer may be switched on
after loading, saving energy as the light
will not come on.
button in.
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.
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How to dry correctly
D Select a programme
^ Press the e or - buttons repeatedly
until the indicator light for the
programme you want lights up.
– Extras and drying level indicator
lights may also come on (Memory
function).
– The duration of the programme
selected will depend on the residual
moisture of the laundry, fabric type
and the load size. This may mean
that each new programme will vary in
duration.
Warm air and Cool air
The
programme times are fixed.
Selecting a drying level
You can a select a drying level for the
Cottons, Minimum iron and Automatic
programmes.
You cannot select a drying level for the
other programmes. If you have
selected one of these other
programmes, please proceed to
"Selecting Extras".
^ Press the DRYING LEVEL button
repeatedly until the indicator light for
the drying level you want comes on.
Any of the drying levels can be
selected for the
more limited range is available when
using the
programmes.
Cottons
Minimum iron
programme. A
and
Automatic
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How to dry correctly
Selecting a drying level
You can a select a drying level for the
Cottons, Minimum iron and Automatic
programmes.
You cannot select a drying level for the
other programmes. If you have
selected one of these other
programmes, please proceed to
"Selecting the buzzer".
^ Press the DRYING LEVEL button
repeatedly until the indicator light for
the drying level you want comes on.
Any of the drying levels can be
selected for the
more limited range is available when
using the
programmes.
Cottons
Minimum iron
programme. A
and
Automatic
Selecting the buzzer
A buzzer sounds (at intervals for a
maximum of 1 hr) to let you know the
programme has finished.
Press the
^
Indicator light on =
The buzzer will always sound when
there is a fault, even if the buzzer has
been switched off.
You can change the volume of the
buzzer.
Before you begin, first ensure that:
– the dryer is switched on
– the door is closed.
– you have selected a programme
1. If the
press the
indicator light goes out.
2. Press the
indicator light must be on), until the
desired volume / pitch is achieved.
Then release the button.
Selecting delay start
^
The start of a programme can be
delayed by up to 24 hours.
Buzzer
Buzzer
Buzzer
Buzzer
button.
Buzzer
indicator light is on:
button so that the
button (the
selected
buzzer
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How to dry correctly
E Start the programme
Press the
^
The indicator light for the
–
Start/Stop
from flashing to being on constantly.
A few seconds later, the programme
–
time remaining will appear in the
display.
The SEQUENCE indicator light for
–
the drying stage reached will come
on.
Memory function (for Programme
selection)
The electronics will store in memory the
drying level and any Extras selected for
the current drying programme.
The next time you chose that
programme the indicator lights for
these settings will come on. You can
accept these or change them by
pressing a button.
The memory function is deactivated if
the programme is cancelled. If the
buzzer has been selected, this
selection will be saved automatically,
whether or not the memory function has
been activated.
Start/Stop
T button will then change
T button.
At the end of a programme
The indicator light
comes on. The indicator light for the
drying stage reached (depending on
the programme selected) will also
come on.
0 will appear in the display.
F Remove the laundry
Press the
^
Open 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.
^ Switch the dryer off by pressing the
l-On/0-Off
^ Clean the fluff filters.
^ Close the door.
^
Empty the condensed water
container (where there is no external
drainage of the water).
^
The condenser unit should be
checked and cleaned on a regular
basis.
Anti-crease / Finish
Door
button.
button.
Before the end of a programme
There is a cooling down phase (Cool
air) at the end of the drying sequence.
The programme will not finish until the
cooling down phase has been
completed.
There is no cooling down phase at the
end of the following programmes:
Woollens handcare, Smoothing.
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