Miele T 8964 WP Operating instructions

Operating instructions

for heat pump tumble dryer
T 8964 WP

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

en - CN, HK

M.-Nr. 09 486 700

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 should 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.

Disposing 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 it
with your household waste.

Energy saving tips

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

Make sure that your laundry is

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thoroughly spun before drying.
The higher the spin, the greater the
savings that can be made in energy
and time during drying.

Load according to the optimum

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amount of laundry recommended for
the programme being used.
Underloading is uneconomical.
Overloading gives a poorer quality of
drying, and may cause unnecessary
creasing.

– Make sure that the room temperature

is not too high. If there are other heat
producing appliances in the room in
which the dryer is located, make sure
the room is well ventilated and switch
the other appliances off, if possible.

– After every cycle remove fluff from

the surfaces of the fluff filters.

Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre or contact your dealer for
advice.

Ensure that it presents no danger to
children while being stored for
disposal.

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Contents

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

Warning and Safety instructions .....................................6

Operating the tumble dryer.........................................14

Control panel .....................................................14

Display ..........................................................15

Before using for the first time.......................................17

Notes on laundry care .............................................18

Garment care label symbols .........................................18

Tips on drying ....................................................18

How to dry correctly ..............................................19

Brief instructions ..................................................19

Extra options ....................................................23

Freshen up.......................................................23

Anti-crease.......................................................23

Gentle tumble ....................................................23

Buzzer ..........................................................23

Delay start.......................................................24

Programme chart .................................................25

Changing the programme sequence .................................30

Once a programme has started ......................................30

- changing the programme........................................30

- cancelling the programme and then selecting a different programme .....30

- cancelling the programme and then removing the laundry ..............30

Altering Delay start ................................................30

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................30

Time remaining ...................................................30

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Contents

Cleaning and care ................................................31

Emptying the condensed water container...............................31

Cleaning interval ..................................................32

When to clean the surfaces of the fluff filters ..........................32

Cleaning the surfaces of the fluff filters .................................33

Cleaning them whilst dry .........................................33

Cleaning with water .............................................34

Replacing the filters .............................................34

Cleaning the plinth filter .............................................35

Removing .....................................................35

Cleaning ......................................................35

Cleaning the cover for the fine filter .................................36

Cleaning the heat exchanger ......................................36

Replacing .....................................................37

Cleaning the tumble dryer ...........................................37

Problem solving guide ............................................38

Check and fault messages in the display ...............................38

An unsatisfactory drying result .......................................41

Other problems ...................................................42

Cleaning the cooling fins (bottom right grille) ............................44

Changing the lamp ................................................45

After Sales service................................................46

Repairs..........................................................46

Future updates (PC) ...............................................46

Appliance guarantee ...............................................46

Optional accessories ...............................................46

Installation and connection ........................................47

Front view........................................................47

Rear view ........................................................48

Transporting the dryer ..............................................48

Installation site ....................................................49

Building under a continuous worktop/ in a row of kitchen units .............49

Levelling the appliance...........................................50

Washer-dryer stack..............................................50

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Contents

External condensed water outlet ......................................51

Arranging the drain hose .........................................51

External drainage via a sink or gully ................................52

Installation conditions requiring a non-return valve .....................52

Electrical connection .............................................54

Electrical connection U.K. ...........................................54

Consumption data ................................................55

Technical data ...................................................56

Settings menu ...................................................57

To open the Settings menu........................................57

To select a setting...............................................57

To close the Settings menu .......................................57

Language F......................................................57

Time ............................................................57

Drying levels .....................................................58

Lock code .......................................................58

Buzzer ..........................................................59

Keypad tone .....................................................59

Contrast .........................................................59

Brightness .......................................................59

Standby Display...................................................60

Memory .........................................................60

Anti-crease.......................................................60

Optional accessories..............................................61

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Warning and Safety instructions

It is essential to read these instructions.

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

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

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

Correct application

This tumble dryer is not designed for commercial use. It is

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intended for use in domestic households and similar working and
residential environments.

The tumble dryer is not intended for outdoor use.

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It must only be used as a domestic appliance to dry items which

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have been washed in a water solution and which are marked on the
manufacturer's care label as being suitable for tumble drying. If
using dry cleaning kits, do so at your own risk, and follow the
instructions provided on the packaging.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from
incorrect or improper use or operation.

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Warning and Safety instructions

The tumble dryer can only be used by people with reduced

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physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or
knowledge, if they are are supervised whilst using it or have been
shown how to use it in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.

Safety with children

Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the tumble

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dryer unless they are constantly supervised.

Children 8 years and older may only use, clean or maintain the

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tumble dryer without supervision if they have been shown how to do
so in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

The tumble dryer is not a toy! To prevent the risk of injury, do not

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allow children to play with it or near it, or to play with the controls.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

Before setting up the tumble dryer, check it for any externally

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visible damage.
Do not install or use a damaged tumble dryer.

Before connecting the tumble dryer, ensure that the connection

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data on the data plate (voltage and frequency) match the mains
electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

The electrical safety of this tumble dryer can only be guaranteed

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when correctly earthed. It is most important that this basic safety
requirement is observed and regularly tested, and where there is
any doubt, the household wiring system should be inspected by a
qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable for the
consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric
shock).

Do not connect the tumble dryer to the mains electricity supply by

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

If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced

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by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from
danger.

Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the

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

Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele

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

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Warning and Safety instructions

The tumble dryer must be isolated from the electricity supply in

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the event of a fault and during cleaning and maintenance.

The tumble dryer must not be used in a non-stationary location

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(e.g. on a ship).

Do not make any alterations to the tumble dryer, unless

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authorised to do so by Miele.

Heat pump technology and refrigerant:

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The heat pump in this tumble dryer uses a refrigerant which is
condensed by the compressor and led in a closed circuit through
the heat exchanger unit where heat exchange with the circulating
drying air takes place.

– The humming noises caused by the heat pump are normal and do

not impair the efficient functioning of the dryer.

– The refrigerant is not flammable or explosive.

– In general it is not necessary to leave the dryer standing for any

length of time before it is put into operation provided it has been
transported correctly (see "Installation").
However, if it has not been transported as described, ensure that
the recommended standing time prior to first operation is
observed. Otherwise the heat pump can be damaged.

In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or

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

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Warning and Safety instructions

Correct use

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

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in this appliance:

items which have not been washed.

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items, such as workwear, which have not been thoroughly

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

– items (e.g. mops and floor cloths) which have been treated with

inflammable cleaning agents or which contain residues of
acetone, alcohol, benzine, petrol, kerosene, stain remover,
turpentine, wax and wax remover or other chemicals.

– items which have been splashed with hair lacquer, hair spray, nail

varnish remover or similar substances.

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

Remove all items such as lighters and matches from pockets.

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Warning: Do not switch the tumble dryer off before the drying

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programme has finished. If this is done, the laundry must be hung
up or spread out to cool it down.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Danger.

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This tumble dryer must not be connected to a controllable socket
(e.g. a timer switch or a peak load shut-off device).
If the dryer programme were to be interrupted before the end of the
cooling down phase, the laundry could self-combust.

To prevent the risk of fire, the following must not be tumble dried:

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items which have been cleaned using chemicals (e.g.

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professional dry-cleaning agents).

fabrics which contain a large proportion of rubber, foam rubber or

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

– damaged items which contain padding or fillings (e.g. pillows,

jackets). When damaged, the filling can get out with the risk of
igniting in the dryer.

In many programmes, the heating phase is followed by a cooling

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down phase to ensure that the items are not too hot to handle when
you remove them (this also avoids the danger of the laundry
self-igniting). The programme is not finished until the cooling down
phase has been completed.
As soon as the programme has finished, remove all laundry from the
drum.

Fabric conditioner and similar products must be used according

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to the instructions on the manufacturer's packaging.

Do not let anyone sit or lean on the door, as this can cause the

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tumble dryer to tip up.

Always close the door after use. This way you will avoid the

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danger of:
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children climbing into the dryer or hiding things in it.

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pets or other small animals climbing into it.

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Warning and Safety instructions

The tumble dryer must not be used:

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without the fluff filters in place or if the fluff filters are damaged in

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any way.

without the fine filters in place of if the fine filters are damaged in

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any way.

This would cause an excessive build-up of fluff which in turn would
cause a fault.

After every cycle remove fluff from the surfaces of the fluff filters.

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The fluff filters and the fine filters must be thoroughly dried after

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cleaning. Damp or wet filters could cause operational faults.

Do not install the tumble dryer in a room where there is a risk of

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frost occurring. At temperatures around freezing point the tumble
dryer may not be able to operate properly. There is a risk of damage
if the condensed water is allowed to freeze in the pump and in the
drain hose.

If the water is drained externally instead of being collected in the

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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

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problems in both people and animals.

Always keep the area around the tumble dryer free of dust and

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fluff. Dust drawn into the tumble dryer can cause blockages in the
heat exchanger unit over time.

The tumble dryer must not be hosed down.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Accessories

Only use genuine Miele original spare parts and accessories with

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

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

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Operating the tumble dryer

Control panel

a Start/Stop button

For starting the programme selected
and cancelling a programme once it
has started.

b Display with X, OK and Y buttons

See the following pages for more
information.

c + button

For selecting delay start.

d PC / Optical interface

This is used by service technicians
to run diagnostic checks on your
dryer and can also be used to
update programming data in the
future.

e Perfect Dry indicator

For all drying level programmes.
See next page.

f Extra option buttons with indicator

lights
Various Extra options can be added
to the drying programmes.

g Programme selector

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

h K On/Off button

For switching the dryer on and off.
To save energy the dryer will switch
off automatically 15 minutes after the
end of the programme/anti-crease
phase or 15 minutes after the dryer is
switched on if it is not operated.

i Door button

Pressing this button will open the
door even when the dryer is
switched off at the mains.

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Operating the tumble dryer

Display

The display is operated using the X,
OK and Y buttons. The text or value
currently selected will appear
highlighted.

– Press the X button

to scroll to the next text or decrease
the value highlighted in the display.

– Press the Y button

to scroll to the previous text or
increase the value highlighted in the
display.

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Press the OK button
to confirm the value highlighted in
the display.

Programme selection examples

To select a

Further programme

programme.
Press the OK button to confirm the
selection of the highlighted programme.

To increase or decrease a value

Cottons

Extra dry

Duration: 2:21

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Press the X button to select a lower
drying level and the Y button to select
a higher drying level.

Single option selection

Here one of the values is always
selected. A tick

( will appear next to

the one currently selected. The other
values are deselected automatically.

Memory

Off (

On ,

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Press the X and Y buttons to scroll up
or down the values available.
Press the OK button to confirm your
selection of the value highlighted.

To come out of a sub-menu
Select Back # to come out of a

sub-menu.

Further programmes

Sportswear

Outerwear ,

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Press the X button to scroll to the next
programme which will then appear
highlighted or press the Y button to
scroll to and highlight the previous

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Operating the tumble dryer

The following are selected via the
display

the drying level (e.g. Hand iron,

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Normal...)

the duration of the timed drying

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programmes: Cool air, Warm air,

Drying basket programme

Delay start

–

cancellation of a programme.

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The following are selected via

Further programmes/Settings 4

Further programmes
– Sportswear
– Silk
– Cottons hygiene
– Standard pillows
– Large pillows
– Cool air
– Drying basket prog.

The Miele drying basket (optional
accessory) must be used with this
programme.

Settings

The Settings menu J is used to alter the
tumble dryer's electronics to suit
different requirements. See "Settings
menu" at the end of this booklet for
more details.

Perfect Dry indicator

The Perfect Dry system measures the
residual content in the laundry in the
sensor drying programmes to ensure
perfect drying results.

The Perfect Dry indicator will flash while
this is happening.
After a short while, the programme
duration will appear in the display and
the indicator will go out.
The Perfect Dry indicator will light up
again when the selected drying level is
reached and remain on until until the
programme is finished.

The Perfect Dry indicator does not light
up during time controlled programmes:

Woollens, Silks, Drying basket prog.,
Cool air, Warm air, Gentle smoothing.

Programme duration /
Estimated time remaining

The estimated duration (time remaining)
will appear in the display.
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.

The electronics continually assess
conditions in the appliance 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.
Programmes can also finish earlier than
expected, if for example, particularly
fine fabrics are being dried, the load is
very small or items were partially dry
beforehand.

After a programme has started, the
electronics will estimate the duration of
the programme (time remaining).

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Before using the dryer for the

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first time ensure that it is correctly
installed and connected. If the
tumble dryer has not been
transported as described in
"Installation" then it must be left to
stand for at least 1 hour before

it is

connected to the electricity supply.

Press the K button in.

^

When the tumble dryer is switched on
for the first time, the welcome screen
will appear.

Setting the language for the display

You will be asked to select the
language you require for the display. It
is possible to select another language
at any time via Further programmes/
Settings 4 in the Settings sub-menu.

Sprache

deutsch

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Before using for the first time

Setting the time (of day) (if
necessary)

Time

12:00

Press the X button to decrease or the

^

Y button to increase the hour.

Confirm the hour selected with the

^

OK button. Then do the same to set
the minutes.

Completing the "Before using for the
first time" procedure

The entry menu showing the current
time of day will appear after the tumble
dryer has been switched on, until you
select a programme.

12:00

Select programme

english ,

^

Press the X and Y buttons to scroll
through the options until the
language that you want is
highlighted. Press the OK button to
confirm your selection.

^

You can now load the laundry into the
dryer and select a programme as
described in "How to dry correctly".

The "Before using for the first time
procedure" is completed when a
programme lasting longer than 1 hour
has been carried out. The welcome
screen will appear again the next time
the dryer is switched on if a programme
shorter than 1 hour is selected but not if
a programme longer than 1 hour is
selected.

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Notes on laundry care

Garment care label symbols

Drying

q/r Normal/low temperature

Drying is carried out at a low
temperature in every
programme, so you do not need
to sort your garments according
to whether they have the q or

r symbol.

s Do not tumble dry

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 fabrics for at least
30 seconds before drying.

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

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Open jackets
evenly.

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Pure linen
dried if specified as suitable by the
manufacturer on the garment care
label, as the surface of the fabric
may otherwise become rough.

so that they can dry

should only be machine

Loopknit garments

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

Minimum iron fabrics

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more, the larger the load. This is also
the case for garments made from
very fine weave fabrics, such as
shirts or blouses.
Make sure you select a suitable
programme. If in doubt, divide the
garments into smaller loads and
select the Gentle tumble extra
option.

– 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 dryer.
Dark coloured fibres can also settle
on light coloured garments and vice
versa.

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Use the Drying basket programme
for drying / airing items which are not
suitable for drying with mechanical
action. Important: You must use a
Miele drying basket (optional
accessory).

(e.g. T-shirts and

tend to crease

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
dryer.

A Sort the laundry

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

Make sure that objects e.g.

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

– Check seams and stitching to ensure

that padding and linings are intact.

– Fasten duvet covers and pillow

cases to prevent small items from
being trapped inside them.

C Load the tumble dryer

Press the Door button to open the

^

door.

Load the laundry loosely into the

^

drum.

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

^ Before closing the door make sure

the fluff filter is correctly positioned.

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Fasten hooks and eyes etc.

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Tie fabric belts and apron strings.

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Sew in or remove underwiring from
bras.

B Turn on the tumble dryer

^

Switch the dryer on by pressing the
K button in.

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

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

^

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

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How to dry correctly

D Select a programme

Select the programme you want.

^

The programme name will appear in the
display.

Further programmes/Settings

4

^ Turn the programme selector to

Further programmes/ Settings 4, for
additional programmes and settings.

Further programmes

Settings !

Sportswear ,

^

Press the X or Y button to scroll

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through the options until the
programme you want is highlighted.

Drying level programmes

You can select a drying level for

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many of the programmes.

Cottons

Extra dry

Duration: 2:21

Select the drying level by pressing

^

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h

the X or Y button.

Any of the six drying levels can be
selected for the Cottons and Express
programmes. On the other
programmes, the choice of drying level
is limited, or it cannot be changed.

Bars will also appear briefly to show the
range of the drying levels available.

Note

You can alter the drying levels for some
programmes (see "Settings menu").

The following programmes:

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Gentle smoothing, Woollens, Silks

cannot be altered.

^

Confirm your selection by pressing
the OK button.

The programme name will appear in the
display.

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How to dry correctly

Select the duration of a timed drying
programme

Cool air: 20 mins - 1 hour

–

Warm air: 20 mins - 2 hours

–

Drying basket programme*:

–

40 mins - 2:30 hours

Warm air

0:20 h:min

(0:20 - 2:00 h)

Press the X or Y button to increase

^

or decrease the duration.

* The Miele drying basket (optional
accessory) must be used with this
programme.

If an option is selected which is not
compatible with the programme
which has been chosen Option not
possible will appear in the display.

E Select any Extra options / Delay

start

^ Select any extra options by pressing

the appropriate button. The relevant
indicator light will come on to show
which extra option has been
selected.

See "Extra options" for more
information.

^

You can also select delay start (see
"Delay start" for more details).

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How to dry correctly

F Start the programme

The indicator light for the Start/Stop
button will flash when a programme is
being selected. The flashing indicates
that a programme can be started.

Press the Start/Stop button.

^

The indicator light for the Start/Stop
button will now light up constantly.

The Perfect Dry indicator will flash or
light up constantly with the sensor
controlled drying programmes. It will
not come on at all with timed drying
programmes (see "Operating the
tumble dryer").

Note: The duration shown in the display
is an estimate and can vary.

With programmes with drying levels,
the tumble dryer senses the residual
moisture of the laundry and the drying
level reached e.g. Machine iron ...
Hand iron ... etc. will be shown in the
display.

Before the end of a programme

There is a cooling down phase at the
end of the drying sequence: Cooling
down will appear in the display. The
programme is not finished until the
cooling down phase has been
completed.

G Remove the laundry when the

programme has finished

Anti-crease (if selected) and Finished
will appear in the display to indicate
that the programme has finished. The
buzzer (if selected) will sound at
intervals.

The dryer has a standby mode: After
the programme has finished the display
will go out and the indicator light for the
Start/Stop button will start to flash
slowly (see also "Settings menu ­Standby display" at the end of this
booklet).

Press the Door button to open the

^

drum door.

Remove the laundry.

^

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

If the dryer 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.

The dryer will switch off automatically
15 minutes after the end of a
programme/the end of the anti-crease
phase.

^

Switch the dryer off by pressing the
K button.

A signal sounds.

^

Clean the fluff filters in the door and
the door opening.

^

Close the door.

^

Empty the condensed water
container.
We recommend connecting the dryer
for external drainage as you will not
need to empty the condensed water
container.

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Extra options

Freshen up

The drying air is heated up for a
specific length of time. After this, the
garments are aired to the Normal
drying level without any more heat
being added.
Use the Freshen up extra option to
eliminate or reduce unwanted smells in
clean clothing. Items must be suitable
for drying in a tumble dryer. Dampen
the garments a little beforehand or add
a fabric conditioner sheet. Odours will
not be removed as effectively from any
parts of the garments which are made
of synthetic fibres.

Anti-crease

After the programme has finished, the
drum will rotate, depending on the
programme selected, for 2 hours in a
special rhythm. This "anti-crease
rhythm" helps to prevent laundry
creasing, if you do not wish to remove it
immediately.

Gentle tumble

For drying items which can be dried in
a tumble dryer but which are
particularly susceptible to creasing or
which are not suitable for drying with a
great deal of mechanical action. When
this option is selected, the drum will
rotate less frequently.
The programme duration is longer.

Buzzer

A buzzer sounds (at intervals for a
maximum of 1 hr) to let you know the
programme has finished.
The buzzer will always sound when

there is a fault, even if it has been
switched off.

Selectable options

Gentle tumble

Freshen up

Buzzer

Anti-crease

Automatic plus ßß
Cottons ßßß1ß
Cottons hygiene ßß
Express ßß
Proofing ßß
Denim ßßß1ß
Standard pillows ßß
Large pillows ßß
Drying basket prog. ß
Cool air ßß
Warm air ßß ß
Shirts ßßß1ß
Outerwear ßß
Minimum iron ßßß1ß
Gentle smoothing ßß
Silks ßß
Sportswear ßß ß
Delicates ßß
Woollens ß

ß available ß1either Freshen up or Gentle
tumble

Note: You can alter the duration of the
anti-crease phase, the volume of the
buzzer and the drying levels of some
programmes (see "Settings menu").

1

1

1

1

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Delay start

With Delay start you can choose when
you want the programme to end. The
start of a programme can be delayed
from 15 minutes up to a maximum of 24
hours, allowing you to make use of
night-time economy electricity rates, for
example.

The current time of day needs to
have been set for Delay start to work
correctly.

To select Delay start

A Select the programme you want and

then press the + button.

The display shows:

Delay start 8:20

Start time

Finish time

8:20

9:39

B Press the Y button to select the time

you want the programme to end at.

The first press on the button will adjust
the programme end time to the next 15,
30, 45 minutes or full hour. Each
subsequent press on the button will
delay the programme end time by 15
minutes.

Delay start 8:20

The display will show the hours and
minutes remaining until the start of the
programme.

The drum will turn briefly every hour to
help prevent creasing.

To change Delay start

You can select a different programme
end time, if you wish.

Press the + button.

^

Use the X or Y button to change the

^

programme end time.

^ Confirm your selection by pressing

the OK button.

You can also alter the drying level or
select or deselect extra options.

To cancel Delay start

^ Press the Start/Stop button.

The following will appear in the display:
Cancel delay start.

^

Confirm by pressing the OK button.

^

Now you can select a different
programme, or

^

Press the Start/Stop button to start
the programme straight away.

Start time

Finish time

10:41

12:00

C Confirm your selection by pressing

the OK button.

D Press the Start/Stop button.

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Programme chart

Cottons Max. load 8 kg*

Extra dry, Normal+, Normal**

Use for Single and multi-layered cotton fabric such as Towelling, T-shirts,

underwear, flannelette bed linen and baby clothes.

Notes

Hand iron r, Hand iron rr**, Machine iron

Use for Cotton or linen fabrics e.g. Table linen, bed linen, starched laundry.

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

Minimum iron Max. load 3.5 kg*

Normal+, Normal**, Hand iron r

Use for Minimum iron cotton, synthetic and mixed fibre fabric. e.g. tops,

Delicates Max. load 2.5 kg*

Normal+, Normal, Hand iron r, Hand iron rr

Use for Synthetic, mixed fibre, rayon and easy care cotton, e.g. shirts, blouses,

* Weight of dry laundry
Note for test institutes:
–

** Use this programme without selecting any Extra options for testing according
to EN 61121 standard.

–

When selecting the Cottons programme, drain the condensed water away
through the drainage hose.

Select Extra dry for multi-layered and very thick fabrics.

–

Do not use Extra dry for loopknit fabrics (e.g. T-shirts, underwear,

–

baby clothes), as they have a tendency to shrink.

ready for ironing.

dresses, trousers, skirts and table cloths.

lingerie and appliquéd garments.

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Programme chart

Woollens Max. load 2 kg*

Fabric type Woollen fabrics. Fabrics containing wool blends.

Notes

Outerwear Max. load 2.5 kg*

Normal, Hand iron r

Fabric type Outerwear which is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer.

Proofing Max. load 2 kg*

Normal

Use for Drying microfibre fabrics, skiwear, fine, closeweave cotton

Tip – This programme includes a proofing fixing phase.

Express Max. load 3.5 kg*

Extra dry, Normal+, Normal, Hand iron r, Hand iron rr, Machine iron

Fabric type Fabrics which which can be dried using the Cottons programme.

Note

Automatic plus Max. load 5 kg*

Normal+, Normal, Hand iron r

Fabric type Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum iron

Shirts Max. load 2 kg*

Normal, Hand iron r

Fabric type Shirts and blouses.

* Weight of dry laundry

This programme only fluffs up woollen garments. They are not

–

dried completely.
Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and

–

leave to finish drying at room temperature.

garments (poplin) or tablecloths which are suitable for drying in a
tumble dryer and have been treated to provide a water and dirt
resistant finish.

– Only use proofing agents containing fluorochemical

compounds which are stated by the manufacturer as being
"suitable for use on membrane textiles".

– Do not dry items which have been treated with proofing

agents containing paraffin. Fire hazard!

–

The programme duration is shorter.

programmes. Sort according to colour.

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Programme chart

Denim Max. load 3 kg*

Normal, Hand iron r

Fabric
type

Warm air Max. load 7 kg*

Fabric
type

Note

Gentle smoothing Max. load 1 kg*

Fabric
type

Notes – Suitable for dry and wet clothes / textiles.

Sportswear Max. load 3 kg*

Normal+, Normal, Hand iron r

Fabric
type

Silks Max. load 1 kg*

Fabric
type

Notes

* Weight of dry laundry

Denim garments, e.g. jeans, jackets, skirts, shirts.

Voluminous and multi-layered fabrics whose layers have different

–

drying characteristics, e.g. jackets, pillows.
For drying individual items, e.g. bath towels, swimwear, tea-towels.

–

Do not select the longest drying time to start with. Check the items

–

as you are drying them to find the optimum time.

Cotton and linen fabrics.

–
– Minimum iron items made of mixed fibres, cottons or synthetics, e.g.:

trousers, anoraks, shirts.

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

machine.

– Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished so that

they are easy to iron.

Sportswear which is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer.

Silks (suitable for drying in a tumble dryer), e.g. blouses and shirts.

–

Smooths out creasing.

–

Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished.

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Programme chart

Cottons hygiene Max. load 3.5 kg*

Normal

Use for Cottons and linen fabrics which are in direct contact with the skin, e.g.

underwear, nappies, towelling, bed linen, pillow and mattress covers.

Note In this programme the temperature is held constant for a longer period

of time to deactivate micro-organisms, e.g. bacteria or house
dustmites, and also to reduce the number of allergens in the laundry.

These programmes should not be interrupted as this would prevent the
micro-organisms from being deactivated.

Pillows 1-2 pillows up to 80 x 40 cm

Large pillows 1 pillow up to 80 x 80 cm

Normal

Use for Pillows suitable for drying in a tumble dryer, with feather, down or

synthetic fillings.

Tip Please observe the instructions on the care label. Pillows can still feel

damp after being dried. You can use this programme several times
until the pillow feels dry.

* Weight of dry laundry

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Programme chart

Cool air Max. load 7 kg*

Fabric type Any item which only needs airing.

Drying basket prog. Max. load for basket: 3 kg

Notes

Fabric
type/
items

* Weight of dry laundry

The drum does not rotate in this

–

programme.
For this reason, airing and drying may
only be carried out if the Miele drying
basket (optional accessory) is fitted
in the drum.

Use this programme to dry items

–

which are suitable for drying in a
tumble dryer but which are not suitable for drying using
mechanical action.

– A satisfactory drying result cannot be achieved without the drying

basket.

– It is essential to observe the operating instructions for the drying

basket.

– See the operating instructions supplied with the drying basket.

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Changing the programme sequence

Once a programme has started

- changing the programme

You cannot change to another
programme once a programme has
started (this prevents unintentional
alterations).
If an attempt is made to change a
selection: Option not possible will
appear in the display.

It is still possible to select or deselect
the Anti-crease and Buzzer extra
options.

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

- cancelling the programme and then
selecting a different programme

^ Press the Start/Stop button.

Cancel programme will appear in the

display.

^

Press the OK button.

The items will be cooled down,
depending on the temperature
reached and how long they have
been dried for.

If you press the Start/Stop button
during the cooling down phase and
confirm by pressing the OK button,
Finished will appear in the display.

Note: A programme can also be
cancelled by turning the programme
selector to Stop.

- cancelling the programme and then
removing the laundry

Proceed as described below in

^

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

Switch the dryer off after closing the

^

door.

Altering Delay start

^ See "Delay start".

Adding or removing laundry
after a programme has started

^ Press the Door button.

^ Open the door.

^ Add or remove items as required.

^ Close the door.

^

Press the Start/Stop button.

Time remaining

The time left shown in the display may
now vary from the actual drying time.

^

Switch the dryer off by pressing the
K button in.

^

Switch the dryer on by pressing the
K button in.

^

Select another programme and start
it.

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Emptying the condensed water
container

The condensed water will be collected
in the condensed water container
unless the dryer has been connected
for external drainage (see "Installation").

Empty the condensed water
container after every drying
programme.

Empty the container will appear in the
display if the maximum level of the
condensed water container is reached.
The message will go out when the dryer
is switched off and then back on again.

Cleaning and care

Empty the container.

^

^ Replace the container in the dryer.

Condensed water should not be

,

consumed. It could lead to health
problems for people and animals.

Condensed water can be put to
household use (e.g. in a steam iron or
humidifier). To ensure that any residual
particles of fluff in the condensed water
are removed before use, pass it
through a fine sieve or paper filter first.

^

Pull out the condensed water
container.

^

To prevent water running out, hold it
at the front and towards the back and
keep it in a horizontal position when
carrying it.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning interval

This tumble dryer has a multi-stage
filter system consisting of the fluff

filter in the door, the fluff filters in
the door opening and a plinth filter.

This system requires maintenance.

This dryer must not be used

–

without the fluff filters or the plinth
filter in place.
The grille in the bottom right must
always be in place.

Make sure that the fluff filters and

–

the plinth filter are not damaged.
Replace them immediately, if they
are damaged in any way.

If the above instructions are not

,

observed, an excessive build-up of
fluff can occur which in turn can
cause a fault.

When to clean the surfaces of the
fluff filters

Clean the surfaces of the fluff filters
after each drying programme.

The fluff filters located in the door
and the door opening collect fluff
from items being dried.

^ See "Cleaning the surfaces of the fluff

filters".When to clean the plinth filter

The plinth filter should be cleaned
when the Clean plinth filter prompt
appears in the display.

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The plinth filter is located on the left
of the dryer behind the access panel.
It collects finer fluff, hair and
detergent residues which have got
through the surfaces of the fluff filters
in the door and the door opening.

^

See "Cleaning the plinth filter".

^

Press OK to delete the Clean plinth
filter prompt.

Cleaning the surfaces of the
fluff filters

When to clean

Clean the surfaces of the fluff filters
in the door and the door opening
after each drying programme.

Cleaning them whilst dry

Note: You can also use a vacuum
cleaner to remove the fluff.

1 Fluff filter
2 Door seal

Cleaning and care

Use your fingers or a vacuum cleaner

^

to remove the fluff from the surface of
the filter.

^

Open the door and pull the fluff filter
(1) out of the door as illustrated.

^

Remove any fluff from the hollow part
of the door with a bottle brush or a
vacuum cleaner.

^

Also clean the door seal (2) with a
damp cloth.

^

Use your fingers or a vacuum cleaner
to remove the fluff from the two fluff
filters in the door opening.

^

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.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning with water

If there is a great deal of compacted
fluff on any of the filters, they can be
removed and cleaned under hot
running water.

Open the door and pull the fluff filter

^

out of the door as described
previously.

The two filters in the door opening can
also be removed if you need to clean
them with water.

Replacing the filters

Do not replace the filters if they

,

are damp or wet. Damp or wet filters
could cause operational faults.

Push the large filter back into the

^

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

Replace the filters in the door

^

opening by first inserting them at the
bottom and then pressing them into
place at the top.

Lock both dials (you will hear them

^

click).

^

Turn dial a until you hear it click.

^

Pull the filter by the dial out of the
door opening as shown b.Dothe
same on the other side.

^

Rinse the filters under hot, running
water.

^

Dry the filters thoroughly with care.

^

Also clean the airways underneath
them, e.g. with a vacuum cleaner.

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Cleaning the plinth filter

When to clean

Normal operation of the dryer

The plinth filter should only be
cleaned when the Clean plinth filter
prompt appears in the display.

Press OK to delete the Clean plinth

^

filter prompt.

Removing

Switch the dryer off.

^

Cleaning and care

Pull the filter out by the handle.

^

^

Press the right hand side of the plinth
filter access panel.

The panel will spring open.

^

Pull the handle out of the filter.

Cleaning

^

Clean the plinth filter thoroughly
under running water.

^

Then squeeze the plinth filter
thoroughly.

,

It must not be replaced dripping
wet as this could cause a fault in the
dryer.

^

Use a damp cloth to remove any fluff
from the handle.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the cover for the fine filter

Use a damp cloth to remove any

^

fluff. Make sure that you do not
damage the rubber seal when doing
this.

^ Check whether the cooling fins are

blocked with fluff (as follows).

Cleaning the heat exchanger

Danger of injury.

,

Do not touch the cooling fins. You
could cut yourself.

Prevent damage.

,

Carefully pass the vacuum cleaner
brush over the surface, without
applying any pressure.
Otherwise the cooling fins or the
struts in front of them could become
damaged.

Visible soiling:

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^

Remove any visible soiling carefully
with a vacuum cleaner using a
dusting brush or a narrow crevice
nozzle.

Replacing

Fit the filter back on the handle. Make

^

sure it is the correct way round.

To ensure that the filter is positioned
correctly in the front of the heat
exchanger unit:

Cleaning and care

The filter must be fitted correctly and
the access flap closed to ensure
that water cannot leak from the
condenser system and to ensure
that the dryer functions efficiently.

Cleaning the tumble dryer

Disconnect the dryer from the mains
electricity supply.

Clean the housing, control panel and

^

door seal with a slightly damp cloth
and a mild detergent or soapy water.

^ The drum and other stainless steel

parts can be cleaned with a suitable
proprietary stainless steel cleaner
following the manufacturer's
instructions.

Do not use solvents, abrasive
cleaners, glass cleaners or
all-purpose cleaners. These could
damage plastic sufaces and other
parts.

^

First insert the handle with the filter
attached over the two guide pins.

Make sure that the yellow dot on
the handle is on the right.

^

Push the filter in completely.

^

Close the access flap.

^

Dry all parts with a soft cloth.

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Problem solving guide

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

Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a

,

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

Check and fault messages in the display

Problem Possible cause Remedy

You are asked to enter a
code.

Adjust the load

1

The programme is
cancelled, the
buzzer sounds.

Empty the container

2

The programme is
cancelled, the
buzzer sounds.

Access via a code has
been activated.

This is not a fault.
In some programmes, if

the drum has been
underloaded or is empty,
the programme will be
cancelled. This can also
happen if the items are
already dry.

The condensed water
container is full or there is
a kink in the drain hose.

Enter the code (see
"Settings menu").

Use the Warm air
programme in future for
drying individual items.

– open the door, add

extra items and then
close the door again.

– Empty out the

condensed water
container or check the
drain hose.

–

Switch the dryer off
and then on again.

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

Clean plinth filter

:

appears at the
end of a
programme.

Fit plinth filter

;

and the
programme does
not start.

Technical fault

;

Comfort cooling

The filter is clogged.

The plinth filter is
missing or has been
fitted the wrong way
round.

Removing the filter
during a drying cycle
will cause the
programme to be
cancelled.

A programme cannot
be started while there is
a fault message in the
display.

The programme has
finished but the laundry
is still being cooled
down.

Clean the filters as

–

described in "Cleaning and
care".

To delete the message:

Confirm with OK.

–

Push the filter in completely.

–

See "Cleaning and care".

–

Switch the dryer off and

–

then on again.

– Follow the instructions in

the display.
– Switch the dryer off and on.
– If a programme still cannot

be started, call the Service

Department.

You can either unload the
drum and leave the laundry to
cool at room temperature or
leave it in the tumble dryer to
continue cooling.

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy*

Clean out airways

E

appears after a
programme has
been cancelled.
The laundry is not
properly dry.

A prompt which has
not been described
previously appears in
the display.

The cool air intake
panel is blocked.

The temperature in
the room has risen
sharply.
To prevent the heat
pump overheating,
the dryer has
cancelled the drying
process with a
cooling down phase.

An excessive amount
of fluff has built up.

A programme cannot
be started while there
is a fault message in
the display.

Move any objects, such as a

–

laundry basket, away from
the panel.

Open a door or window to

–

keep the room temperature
down.

Wait until the room has

–

cooled down before
restarting the programme.

Check and clean the surfaces
of the fluff filters and all the fine
filters.

Use a vacuum cleaner (with the
dusting brush attached) to
carefully vacuum the inside of
the dryer in front of the heat
exchanger unit.

– Follow the instructions in the

display.

– If a programme still cannot

be started, call the Service
Department.

* To delete an error message: Switch the dryer off and then on again.

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Problem solving guide

An unsatisfactory drying result

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The laundry is not
sufficiently dry.

Feather filled pillows
smell after drying.

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

There is a build-up of
fluff.

* You can alter the drying levels for some programmes (see "Settings menu").

The load consisted of
different fabrics.

Feathers are a natural
product and this is quite
normal.

Synthetic fibres tend to
attract static charge.

Fluff is principally the
result of friction when
garments are being worn
and to some extent when
they are being washed.
Machine drying hardly
causes any fluff to form
and has no appreciable
effect on the lifetime of
the fabric.

Finish drying using the

–

Warm air programme.
Select a different

–

programme next time*.

The smell will dissipate
after sufficient airing.

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

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

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Problem solving guide

Other problems

Problem Possible cause Remedy *

The drying
process goes
on too long or
even switches
off.

* Switch the dryer off and then on again before starting the programme.

Ventilation to and from the
dryer may be insufficient,
e.g. because it is installed
in a room which is too
small. This can cause the
temperature in the room to
rise sharply.

Detergent residues, hair

–

and fine fluff can clog the
fluff filters and the fine
filters.

– The cooling ribs can be

clogged.

The cool air intake (bottom
right grille) is blocked.

The fluff filters and fine filter
were wet when replaced.

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.

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

Clean the fluff filters and fine

–

filter.
Remove any visible fluff:

–

. . . From the heat exchanger
unit, bottom left, behind the flap
in the heat exchanger cavity
(see "Cleaning and care").
. . . From the cooling fins
behind the grille, bottom right
(see this section).

Move any objects, such as a
laundry basket, away from the
grille.

The fluff filters and fine filter must
be dry.

Make sure that your laundry is
thoroughly spun at the
appropriate spin speed in the
washing machine.

Do not exceed the maximum load
for the programme selected.

–

Open zips next time.

–

If the problem occurs again,
dry garments with long zips
using the Warm air programme
(timed drying).

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

There are humming
noises.

The display is dark.
The programme

selector is not lit up.
The Start/Stop button

light flashes slowly.

The Start/Stop button
light flashes/does not
flash.

Power cut. A programme which was running previously will

The programme does
not start.

The display is in a
different language.

The interior drum
lighting does not
come on.

The compressor is
operating.

The display has
switched off
automatically to save
energy (Standby mode).

The programme selector
lighting goes out when
Settings J is selected.

The flashing indicates
that a programme can
be started.

continue automatically when power is restored to the
tumble dryer.

No obvious cause. – Is the dryer switched on?

A different language has
been selected.

The lighting switches off
automatically (to save
energy).

These noises are quite
normal and do not indicate a
fault.

The display will light up
when one of the buttons is
pressed.

After the programme has
started, the flashing will
change to a constant light.

– Is the plug correctly

inserted into the socket
and switched on?

– Is the door closed

properly?

–

Has the fuse or circuit
breaker tripped?

Set the language you want.
The flag symbol J will guide
you.

–

Switch the dryer off and
then on again.

–

If the lamp needs to be
replaced, follow the
instructions in "Changing
the lamp" at the end of this
section.

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Problem solving guide

Cleaning the cooling fins
(bottom right grille)

In general, the cooling fins do

,

not need cleaning. They should only
be cleaned if the drying process is
taking an exceptionally long time
due to a very high level of dust or
fluff in the room in which the dryer is
installed.

Use the yellow lever supplied to open
the bottom right grille.

To prevent damaging the

,

cooling fins, only pass the vacuum
cleaner brush over them lightly,
without applying any pressure.

^ Vacuum up any soiling carefully

using a vacuum cleaner dusting
brush or small crevice nozzle.

^

Insert the lever in the middle of the
gap at the top and lift it up gently
(see arrow) until the grille opens out
at the top.

^

Now remove the grille by pulling it
diagonally upwards.

^

Check whether the cooling fins are
clogged.

,

Danger of injury.
Do not touch the cooling fins with
your hand. You could cut yourself.

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^

To replace the grille, first insert the
bottom of the grille (as shown).

^

Then push the grille firmly into
position at the top.

Changing the lamp

Disconnect the tumble dryer from
the mains electricity supply.

Problem solving guide

The light specification and maximum
wattage is stated on the data plate
and on the light cover.

Open the door.

^

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

^ Insert a suitable tool, such as a wide

bladed screwdriver, under the side
edge of the light cover as illustrated.

^

Apply a little pressure and whilst
doing so turn your wrist in the
direction of the arrow to open the
cover.

Turn the light anti-clockwise to

^

remove.

Replace the lamp.

^

To close the cover push it upwards

^

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

Ensure that it is fitted into

,

position securely, as any moisture
could cause a short circuit.

The cover will open downwards.

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

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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 contact details).

When contacting your dealer or the
Service Department, please quote the
model and serial number of your
appliance, both of which are shown on
the data plate. This is visible when you
open the door.

N.B. A call-out charge will be
applied for service visits where the
problem could have been resolved
as described in these instructions.

Future updates (PC)

The indicator or check light marked PC
on the fascia panel is the interface used
by the Miele service technicians during
service work for testing purposes and
for updating the appliance's
programme data.

Appliance guarantee

In the U.K. your appliance is
guaranteed for 2 years from the date of
purchase. However you must activate
your cover by calling 0845 365 6640 or
registering online at www. miele.co.uk.

For information on the appliance
guarantee specific to your country
please contact Miele. See back cover
for contact details.

Optional accessories

Optional accessories for this dryer are
available from your Miele Dealer, the
Miele Spare Parts Department or via the
internet at www.miele-shop.com.

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Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded for
training purposes.

Front view

Installation and connection

a Mains connection cable

b Control panel

c Condensed water container (empty

after every drying programme)

d Door

e Service panel for the fine filter (do

not open during drying)

f Four height adjustable screw feet

g Cool air intake grille (do not obstruct

with a laundry basket or other
objects)

h External drainage of condensed

water hose (see "External condensed
water outlet")

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Installation and connection

Rear view

a Protruding lid for holding when

moving the dryer (see arrows)

b Mains connection cable

c Hose for external drainage of

condensed water

d Accessories for connection to a sink

drain outlet

If transporting the dryer at an

,

angle, only tip it towards its left side.

Transporting the dryer

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

,

Only transport the dryer as
shown in the following illustrations.

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,

If the tumble dryer has not been
transported as described, then it
must be left to stand for at least 1
hour before
electricity supply. Otherwise the
heat pump can be damaged.

it is connected to the

Installation site

Make sure the dryer door can be

,

opened without hindrance after
installation.

The cool air intake panel at the

,

front of the dryer must not be
blocked or covered, e.g. by a
laundry basket, as this would cause
a fault.

Building under a continuous worktop/
in a row of kitchen units

It is very important to avoid a

,

build-up of heat.
The warm air which is expelled from
the rear of the dryer must be able to
dissipate.
Warm air which cannot dissipate
could cause a fault.

A build-up of heat can be avoided by:

–

Adjusting the screw feet so that there
is a gap of at least 20 mm between
the floor and the bottom of the dryer.

–

Creating a gap for the dryer in the
kitchen furniture plinth facing.

–

Creating ventilation gaps in the
kitchen unit.

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

Installation and connection

The dryer should not be installed

,

next to a refrigeration appliance. The
warm air expelled from the rear of
the dryer would increase the
temperature around the refrigeration
appliance's heat exchanger causing
the compressor to run continuously.
If it is not possible to install the dryer
anywhere else, then the refrigeration
appliance must be sealed off from
the dryer.

A building-under kit (Miele

,

accessory, available to order) with a
coverplate to replace the
appliance´s lid is required. It must
be fitted by a suitably qualified
person to ensure electrical safety.

N.B. If you wish to push the tumble
dryer under a worktop and there is
space to do this without removing
the lid the building-under kit is not
necessary. Otherwise the
building-under kit is essential.

–

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

–

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

–

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

With niche heights of:

–

830-840 mm, longer screw feet* are
required.

–

870-885 / 915-930 mm, one or two
raising kits* are required.

* Miele accessory available to order

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Installation and connection

Levelling the appliance

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

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

After each use a small quantity of
condensed water will collect in the area
around the pump. This water can run
out if the tumble dryer is tipped up
when it is being moved. It is a good
idea to run the Cool air programme for
approximately 1 minute before moving
it. Any remaining condensed water will
then be fed into the condensed water
container or out through the drain hose.

Washer-dryer stack

The tumble dryer can also be
combined with a Miele washing
machine in a washer-dryer stack. The
appropriate "WTV" stacking kit* to
match your dryer is required.

* Miele accessory available to order

,

Stacking kits must only be
installed by a suitably qualified fitter.

^

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

,

Do not block the gap between
the bottom of the tumble dryer and
the floor with plinth facings, deep
pile carpet etc. This would hinder a
sufficient flow of air to the dryer.

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Installation and connection

External condensed water
outlet

General notes

When drying is in progress, condensed
water is pumped into the condensed
water container through the drain hose at
the back of the dryer. The condensed
water can also be drained off directly if
the tumble dryer is installed near a sink,
drain outlet etc. so that the condensed
water container does not have to be
emptied.

Drain hose length ............1.50 m

Maximum delivery head .......1.50 m

Maximum drain hose length ....4.00 m

If the on-site water drainage

,

system is not fitted with a non-return
valve or an appropriate air gap, one
must be fitted to prevent the risk of
back-flow. (See "Installation conditions
requiring a non-return valve").

There will be a small amount of

^

residual water in the drain hose.
Have a container ready to collect
this.

^ Pull the hose off its connection (see

arrow).

^ Allow any residual water to run into

the container.

^ Unwind the hose and pull it carefully

out of the holders.

The following optional accessories are
available:

–

an extension hose

–

a non-return valve kit for connection
to an external condensed water
outlet (includes an extension hose).
Maximum delivery head with
non-return valve fitted: 1.00 m

Arranging the drain hose

,

Do not pull on the drain hose and
do not stretch it or allow it to become
kinked as it could get damaged.

^

Position the hose to the right or left
hand side as necessary.

Leave the hose in the middle holder to
prevent it from becoming kinked
inadvertently.

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Installation and connection

External drainage via a sink or gully

See "Front view" illustration.

^

If you want to drain the water off

,

into a sink you will need to secure
the hose carefully, e.g. by tying it to
a tap to make sure it cannot slip
during use. Otherwise there is a risk
of overflowing water which could
cause damage.

Use the bow-shaped guide to

^

prevent the drain hose from
becoming kinked.

Installation conditions requiring a
non-return valve

Certain installation conditions

,

require the fitting of a non-return
valve for external water
connection (available as an

optional accessory). A non-return
valve will prevent the risk of
back-flow out of the dryer which
could cause damage.

Example: Connection to a sink drain
outlet

The drain hose with non-return valve
fitted can be connected directly to a
suitable sink drain outlet.

^ Remove the following from the back

of the dryer at the top:
Adapter 1 and hose clip 3 behind it.

A non-return valve is required:

–

If the tumble dryer is connected to a
sink drain outlet (see the following
section).

–

If the tumble dryer is connected to a
drainage system already in use by
another appliance, e.g. a dishwasher
or washing machine.

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1 Adapter

2 Nut

3 Hose clip

4 End of the hose

5 Non-return valve

6 Tumble dryer drain hose

Installation and connection

Fit adapter 1 to the sink drain outlet

^

using nut 2.

If this nut has a flat disc in it you
should take the disc out first.

Attach the end of hose 4 to adapter

^

1.

Use a screwdriver to tighten hose

^

clip 3 up close to the nut.

Non-return valve 5 has to be

,

fitted with the arrow pointing in the
direction of flow (i.e. towards the
sink). Otherwise water will not drain
out of the appliance.

^ Fit non-return valve 5 to tumble dryer

drain hose 6 (make sure it is fitted in
the correct direction - see arrow on
non-return valve).

^ Secure the non-return valve using

hose clips.

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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
current national and local safety
regulations (BS 7671 in the UK).

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. Please ensure the connection
data quoted on the data plate match
the household mains supply.

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

For extra safety it is advisable to protect
the appliance with a suitable residual
current device (RCD). Contact a
qualified electrician for advice.

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.

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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Consumption data

1

Load

Cottons Normal

Cottons Normal 8.0

Cottons Normal
+ Gentle tumble
+ Freshen up

Cottons Hand iron rr

Cottons Hand iron rr 8.0

Minimum iron Normal

Minimum iron Normal
+ Gentle tumble
+ Freshen up

Minimum iron Hand iron 3.5 1200 40 0.50 45

Automatic plus Normal 5.0 800 50 1.35 109

Shirts Normal
+ Gentle tumble

Cottons Hygiene Normal 3.5 1000 60 1.70 140

Gentle smoothing 1.0 1000 60 0.30 30

Proofing Normal 2.0 800 50 1.20 99

Outdoor Normal 2.5 800 50 0.95 80

Denim Normal
+ Gentle tumble

Express Normal 3.5 1000 60 1.00 82

Woollens 2.0 1000 50 0.15 20

1

Weight of dry laundry

2

EN 61121:2005 test programme

All data was calculated using EN 61121:2005 unless otherwise stated.

Notes for test institutes:

–

When selecting the Cottons programme, drain the condensed water away through the drainage
hose.

–

Before testing in accordance with EN 61121, drya3kgload of cotton laundry with 70% residual
moisture as per the above standard using the Cottons Normal programme without any extra
options.

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 extra options selected.

2

kg rpm % kWh Minutes

8.0 1000 60 2.00 148

8.0

8.0

8.0

8.0

3.0

2

8.0 1000 60 1.40 111

8.0

8.0

8.0

2

3.5 1200 40 0.60 51

3.5

3.5

2.0

2.0

3.0

3.0

Final spin speed in a

domestic washing machine

1200
1400
1600
1800

1000
1000

1200
1400
1600
1800

1200
1200

600
600

900
900

Residual
moisture

53
50
44
43

60
60

53
50
44
43

40
40

60
60

60
60

Energy Duration

1.80

1.70

1.50

1.50

2.05

0.95

1.20

1.15

0.95

0.95

0.60

0.65

0.70

0.75

1.30

1.40

134
127
113
111

153

75

97
91
77
75

53
52

57
60

107
115

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Technical data

Height 850 mm

Width 595 mm

Depth 596 mm

Depth with door open 1071 mm

Height for building under 820 mm

Width for building under 600 mm

Depth for building under 600 mm

Suitable for pushing under a worktop Yes

Suitable for stacking Yes

Weight 61 kg

Drum volume 111 l

Maximum capacity 1-8 kg dry weight

Capacity of condensed water container approx. 4.2 l

Drain hose length 1.5 m

Maximum delivery head 1.5 m

Maximum drain hose length 4 m

Length of connection cable 2 m

Voltage See data plate

Connected load See data plate

Fuse rating See data plate

Lamp wattage See data plate

Test certificates awarded See data plate

Energy consumption See "Consumption data"

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The Settings menu is used to alter the
dryer's electronics to suit different
requirements.
Settings can be altered at any time.

To open the Settings menu

Switch the dryer on.

^

Select: Further programmes/Settings

^

4.

Settings menu

Language F

The display can be set to appear in
one of several different languages.

You can change the language via the
Language sub-menu.

The flag after the word Language acts
as a guide to prevent a language which
will not be understood from being set.

The following will appear in the display:

Further programmes

Settings !

Express ,

;

^ Confirm the selection of the

highlighted Settings

! option by

pressing the OK button.

To select a setting

^ Press the X or Y button to scroll

through the options until the setting
you want is highlighted.

^

Confirm your selection by pressing
the OK button.

^

A tick L or a bar beside an option
indicates that it is currently selected.

^

Use the X or Y button to highlight the
option you want to select.

^

Confirm your selection by pressing
the OK button.

Time

First select either a 24 hour or 12 hour
clock. Then set the current time of day.

Clock format

^ Use the X or Y button to highlight the

clock format you want and confirm
your selection with the OK button.

To set the time of day

^ Set the hour with the X or Y button

and confirm by pressing the OK
button.

^

Then set the minutes with the X or Y
button and confirm by pressing the

OK button.

To close the Settings menu

^

Select Back

# or select a

programme.

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Settings menu

Drying levels

You can alter the drying levels for the

Cottons, Minimum iron and Automatic
plus programmes.

The bars
which level is set.
Factory default: a medium setting.

Drier: the programme duration is

–

longer.

Damper: the programme duration is

–

longer.

P P P P P P P show you

Lock code

The code prevents the dryer being
used without your knowledge.

When the code has been activated, you
have to enter a code after switching the
dryer on. Otherwise the dryer cannot be
operated.

To activate the lock code

Lock code

Activate

Back #

^ Press the OK button.

The display will now request that a
code is entered. The code is 250 and
cannot be altered.

To enter the lock code

Lock code

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0 00

^

Use the Y button to enter the first
number. Confirm your selection of
this number by pressing the OK
button. Now enter the second
number.

^

Repeat the process until all three
numbers have been entered and
confirm your entry of the last number
by pressing the OK button.

Settings menu

The following will appear in the display:

0 Lock code activated

Once the tumble dryer is switched off, it
can only be used again if the lock code
is entered.

To use the dryer when the lock code
is activated

When the tumble dryer is switched on
again, the display will request the code.

^ Enter code 250 as described above

and confirm the entry.

The dryer is now unlocked and ready
for use.

To deactivate the code

Proceed as for activating the code.

Buzzer

The buzzer has two volumes.

Normal (Factory default setting)

The buzzer sounds at the end of a
programme.

Loud

The buzzer sounds at maximum volume
the end of a programme.

Keypad tone

An audible tone sounds each time a
button is pressed.

Factory default: Off.

Contrast

Brightness

There are ten different display
contrast and display brightness
settings.

The bars
level which is set.
Factory default: a medium setting.

If you make an alteration it will appear
in the display immediately.

O O O O O O O O O O show you the

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Settings menu

Standby Display

To save energy, the indicator lights
and the display go out and the
indicator light for the Start/Stop
button starts flashing slowly.

To come out of standby mode

Press any button.

^

This will have no effect if a
programme is running.

On

The standby function is activated.

The indicator lights and the display will
go out after 10 minutes,

– if a programme is not selected after

the dryer has been switched on.

– after a programme has started.

However, the display will switch on for
10 minutes at the beginning of the
anti-crease phase or at the end of the
programme.
The buzzer (if selected) will sound for
10 minutes at the end of the
programme.

Not in current programme

(Factory default)

Memory

The electronics will memorise the
drying level and some of the extra
options selected for the current
drying programme and the duration
of a timed drying programme.

When the programme is chosen again
these settings will appear in the
display.

Off

(Factory default)

On

Anti-crease

Anti-crease helps prevent creasing, if
laundry is not normally removed im­mediately after the end of a
programme.

After the programme has finished, the
drum will continue to rotate at intervals
for:

2 hours

(Factory default)

1 hour.

As described under "On" above.
However, the indicator lights and
display do not go out 10 minutes after
the programme has started but remain
visible during the programme.

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Optional accessories for this dryer are
available from your Miele Dealer or from
the Miele Spare Parts Department,

or via the internet at
www.miele-shop.com.

Fragrance flacon

For a pleasant fragrance when drying
your laundry.

Holder for fragrance flacon

The holder is required to fit the
fragrance flacon to the fluff filter.

The holder comes with its own
instructions.

Optional accessories

Dryer basket

This enables items which must not be
subjected to mechanical action to be
dried or aired.

The dryer basket comes with its own
instructions.

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