Operating instructions
for condenser tumble dryer
T 4462 C
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the machine it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed and used for the first time.
G
M.-Nr. 06 465 760
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.
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
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.
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.
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Make sure the room in which the
dryer is located is well ventilated.
–
Make sure the fluff filters are clean
before using the dryer.
–
Check the condenser unit from time
to time and clean it when necessary.
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, installation, use and
maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and ensure that new users are
familiar with the content. Pass them
on to any future owner of the
machine.
Technical safety
Before setting up the machine,
check it for any externally visible
damage.
Do not install or use a damaged
machine.
Before connecting the machine,
ensure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and connected
load) match the mains electricity
supply. If in any doubt, consult a
qualified electrician.
Correct use
The tumble dryer is only intended
for drying fabrics which have been
washed in a water solution, marked on
the manufacturer's care label as being
suitable for tumble drying.
"Dry cleaning kits" for freshening up
garments in a tumble dryer are
increasingly available on the market. If
using, do so at your own risk, and
follow the instructions provided on the
packaging.
Any other applications may be
dangerous. The manufacturer is not
liable for damage resulting from
improper use or operation.
The electrical safety of this
machine can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it
and an effective earthing system which
complies with local and national
regulations. It is most important that this
basic safety requirement is present and
regularly tested, and where there is any
doubt the household wiring system
should be inspected by a qualified
electrician. The manufacturer cannot be
held liable for the consequences of an
inadequate earthing system (e.g.
electric shock).
Do not connect the appliance to
the mains electricity supply by an
extension lead. Extension leads do not
guarantee the required safety of the
appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
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Warning and Safety instructions
The machine is built in accordance
with current safety requirements.
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 until after maintenance or
repair work has been carried out.
Faulty components must only be
replaced by genuine Miele original
spare parts. Only when these parts are
fitted can the safety standards of the
machine be guaranteed.
If the connection cable is faulty it
must only be replaced by a Miele
approved service technician to protect
the user from danger.
In 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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Warning and Safety instructions
In the event of a fault or for
cleaning purposes, the machine is
only completely isolated from the
electiricty supply when:
it is switched off at the wall socket
–
and the plug is withdrawn, or
it is switched off at the mains, or
–
the mains fuse is withdrawn.
–
Operation
This equipment may only be used
in mobile installations such as
ships, caravans, aircraft etc. if a risk
assessment of the installation has been
carried out by a suitably qualified
engineer.
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.
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 condenser unit in place.
Do not install the machine in a
room where there is a risk of frost
occurring. At temperatures around
freezing point the machine may not be
able to operate properly.
There is a risk of damage if the
condensed water is allowed to freeze in
the pump, hoses and / or condensed
water container.
The ambient room temperature should
be between +2°C and +35°C.
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Warning and Safety instructions
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.).
– items soiled with wax or other
chemicals (e.g. mops and floor
cloths).
– items which have not been
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 for advice.
Do not let anyone sit or lean on the
door, as this can cause the
machine to tip up.
Safety with children
This machine is not a toy. To avoid
the risk of injury keep children
away from the machine at all times and
supervise them whilst you are using it.
Do not allow children to play on or near
it or to play with its controls. Supervise
its use by the elderly or infirm.
Using accessories
Accessory parts may only be fitted
when expressly approved by Miele.
If non-Miele parts are used with this
machine, guarantee, performance and
product liability claims may be
invalidated.
Disposal of your old machine
Before discarding an old machine,
switch it off at the wall socket and
unplug it. Render the plug useless and
cut off the cable directly behind the
machine. This should be done by a
competent person.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these 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.
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Control panel
a Delay Start button
The start of a programme can be
delayed by up to 24 hours.
b Start button
Press the Start button to start a
programme.
The Start indicator light will flash to
indicate that a programme can be
started. It lights up constantly once
the programme has started.
c Display
d Buttons for selecting and
deselecting
additional options
Indicator light: on = option selected
off = option not
selected
e Cool air / Warm air buttons
For selecting the time required for
Timed drying
(max. 2 hours).
Both the Cool air and Warm air
indicator lights will flash when this
programme is selected. When one of
the buttons is pressed, the
appropriate indicator lights will then
light up constantly.
with hot or cold air
f Programme selector
The programme selector can be
turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.
g Programme sequence indicator
lights
Show the drying stage reached.
h Check lights
See "Problem solving guide" for
details.
i I-On/0-Off button
To switch the appliance on or off or to
interrupt a programme.
j Door button
To open the door / to cancel a
programme.
Pressing this button will open the
door even when the appliance is
switched off at the mains.
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Guide to the appliance
Programmes
Standard drying programmes for
–
Cotton and Miniumum iron fabrics
Automatic, Shirts, Denim, Woollens
–
hand care, Smoothing
programmes
Timed drying programmes
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Display
The following are shown in the display:
the programme duration (time
–
remaining);
– the delay start time;
– the programmable functions.
Estimated time remaining
When a programme is selected the
estimated drying time will 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.
special
PC / Optical interface
The indicator light marked PC can used
by Miele Service technicians as an
optical interface to update your
machine in future years.
Electronic system lock
Prevents the machine being used
–
without your knowledge.
Programmable functions
For changing the standard settings.
–
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.
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.
In the same way, the
care
and
Smoothing
finish earlier than expected if a certain
temperature is reached. This can
happen with particularly fine fabrics or
if items were partly dry beforehand.
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Woollens hand
programmes can
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
Cottons, linens and minimum iron
–
items should be dried using the
appropriate programme for the
degree of dryness required.
For delicates and fabrics with the
–
following care label r select the
temperature
extra option.
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.
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, such as shirts or blouses.
Reduce the load or use the
programme.
– Starched laundry
tumble dryer. To achieve the usual
finish, double the amount of starch
should be used.
programme.
should only be machine
programme.
(e.g. T-shirts and
and 100%
Shirts
can be dried in the
Do not put soaking wet items into the
tumble dryer. Spin them thoroughly
after washing using the appropriate
spin speed.
–
Woollens and wool blends
become matted and shrink if dried in
a tumble dryer. They can, however,
be partially dried using the
hand care
–
Down-filled garments
which have a tendency to shrink,
depending on the quality of the item.
programme.
tend to
Woollens
have linings
–
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.
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 an even drying result
separate out the washed laundry and
sort it according to: . .
. . . the drying level required
. . . the type of fibre or weave
. . size
. . the moisture content after spinning.
Make sure that objects e.g.
,
detergent dispensing balls have
been removed from the laundry.
They could melt, and cause damage
to the dryer or the laundry.
– Check seams and stitching to ensure
that padding and linings are intact.
– Fasten duvet covers and pillow
cases to prevent small items from
being trapped inside them.
C Load the tumble dryer
Door
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.
button to open the
–
Fasten 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.
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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.
How to dry correctly
D Select a programme
Turn the programme selector to the
^
required programme.
Cottons, Minimum iron, Automatic,
Shirts, Denim
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 the
duration will be different each time.
Timed drying
You select the programme duration you
require:
After selecting the Timed drying
^
programme, press either the
or
Warm air
the required time appears in the
display.
Times of:
– I5-30 minutes are selected in steps of
5 minutes
– over 30 minutes and up to 2.00 hours
in steps of 10 minutes.
button repeatedly until
Cool air
Woollens hand care
The programme duration is fixed for
these programmes.
and
Smoothing
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How to dry correctly
E Select additional option(s)
Press the relevant button for the
^
additional option(s) required.
– It is not possible to select the
temperature
same time.
– See the programme chart for details
of the options which are suitable for a
particular programme.
Short
For drying fabrics which can
withstand higher temperatures and
fabrics with the q symbol on the care
label. Do not use on minimum iron or
delicate fabrics.
and
Short
Low
options at the
The programme duration is longer.
–
On some programmes
–
temperature
programme and so cannot be
deselected.
Buzzer
A buzzer sounds (at intervals for a
maximum of 1 hr) to let you know the
programme has finished.
The buzzer can be switched on or off
after a programme has started.
The buzzer will still sound if there is a
fault, even if it has been deactivated.
You can alter the pitch of the buzzer:
^ Select the programme
^ Press the
indicator light will light up), until the
desired pitch is reached. Then
release the button.
F Select delay start (if required)
^
The start of a programme can be
delayed by up to 24 hours (24^).
is a standard part of the
buzzer
Low
button (the
buzzer
–
The programme duration is shorter.
Low temperature
For drying delicates and fabrics with
the r symbol on the care label at a
lower temperature.
–
For all delicate or minimum iron
fabrics with the r symbol on the
care label (e.g. acrylic garments).
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How to dry correctly
G Start the programme
Start
Press the
^
The indicator light for the
–
will then change from flashing to
being on constantly. The drying cycle
begins.
Depending on the programme
–
selected, the drying stage reached is
shown by the sequence indicator
lights on the right hand side of the
control panel.
Before the end of a programme
The cooling down phase takes place
before the end of a programme so that
the garments are not too hot to handle
(the
Cool air
on). The programme is not finished until
the cooling down phase is complete.
The
Woollens hand care
Smoothing
a cooling down phase.
At the end of a programme
button.
Start
button
indicator light will come
and
programmes do not include
H Remove the laundry
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.
Switch the dryer off by pressing the
^
l-On/0-Off
Clean the fluff filters in the door and
^
the door opening after each drying
programme.
^ 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.
Door
button and open the
button.
The
Anti-crease/Finish
comes on. 0 will then appear in the
display.
The drum will continue to rotate at
intervals to prevent laundry creasing, if
you do not wish to remove it immediate
ly (anti-crease). The anti-crease phase
lasts for an hour.
indicator light
Check lights
... See "Problem solving guide" for
details.
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Delay start
To switch on Delay start
The start of a programme can be
delayed by up to 24 hours (24^).
After selecting a programme:
Press the
^
repeatedly until the required delay
period shows in the display.
– The
flash.
– Times of:
up to 10^ are selected in 30 minute
steps
more than 10^ in 1 hour steps
– If you keep the
pressed in, the time will continue to
increase up to 24^.
Delay start
Delay start
button
indicator light will
Delay start
button
While the delay start time is counting
down, you can still add laundry to the
drum:
To do this, first switch the dryer off
^
and open the door.
Add the laundry.
^
Close the door and switch the dryer
^
back on again.
To cancel Delay start
Press the
^
24^ is showing in the display.
To cancel delay start after you have
pressed the
^ Turn the programme selector to
Finish
Delay start
Start
.
button when
button:
To begin Delay start
^
Press the
–
The delay start time will begin to
count down and the
indicator light will come on.
The delay start time counts down
towards the start of the programme as
follows:
–
more than 10^ by the hour
–
less than 10^ in minutes
The drum will turn briefly every hour to
help prevent creasing.
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Start
button.
Delay start
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