Miele T 8966 WP Operating instructions
Operating instructions
for heat pump tumble dryer
T 8966 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-GB
M.-Nr. 09 264 270
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.
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 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 the fluff
from the surfaces of the fluff filters
(see "Cleaning and Care").
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste 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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Clean the fine filters when prompted
to do so.
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 ....................................................24
Freshen up.......................................................24
Anti-crease.......................................................24
Gentle tumble ....................................................24
Buzzer ..........................................................24
Delay start.......................................................25
Programme chart .................................................26
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
Make sure you clean all the filters at the correct intervals...................32
When to clean the surfaces of the fluff filters ..........................32
When to clean the additional fine filters ..............................32
Cleaning the surfaces of the fluff filters .................................33
1. In the door. ..................................................33
2. In the door opening. ...........................................33
Cleaning the fine filters .............................................34
1. Cleaning the fine filter in the door.................................34
2. Cleaning the fine filters in the door opening. ........................36
3. Cleaning the fine filter in front of the heat exchanger unit ..............37
Cleaning the tumble dryer ...........................................38
Problem solving guide ............................................39
Check and fault messages in the display ...............................39
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 ......................................................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
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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
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cancellation of a programme.
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The following are selected via
Further programmes/Settings 4
Further programmes
– Sportswear
– Outerwear
– Standard pillows
– Large pillows
– 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
,
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.
,
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
;
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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