Miele W 1756 Operating Instruction

Operating instructions for Washing machine W 1756

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

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M.-Nr. 07 483 940

Caring for our environment

Disposal of the packing material

The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled.

Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation!

Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure they are offered for recycling.

Disposal of your old machine

Electrical and electronic machines 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 machine. Please do not therefore dispose of it with your household waste.

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.

It should be unplugged or disconnected from the mains electricity supply by a competent person.

Contents

Caring for our environment .........................................2

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

Operating the washing machine.....................................10

Control panel .....................................................10

Before using for the first time.......................................12

Washing environmentally and economically ..........................13

Energy and water consumption ....................................13

Detergent .....................................................13

How to wash correctly.............................................14

Spinning ........................................................19

Final spin speed ..................................................19

Rinse and interim spin ...........................................19

To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) ..................................19

To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin (No u).................19

Programme chart .................................................20

Extra options ....................................................22

Garment care label symbols ........................................23

Programme sequence .............................................24

Changing the programme sequence .................................26

Cancelling a programme ............................................26

Interrupting a programme ...........................................26

Changing a programme ............................................26

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................27

Safety lock .......................................................27

Contents

Detergent .......................................................28

The correct detergent ..............................................28

Water softener ....................................................29

Washing with several components ....................................29

Fabric conditioners and liquid starch ..................................30

Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry

at the end of a programme ........................................30

Colour run and dye removers / dyes ...................................30

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

External casing and fascia panel .....................................31

Extra cleaning ..................................................31

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer...............................31

Descaling the machine .............................................32

Cleaning the water inlet filters ........................................33

Problem solving guide ............................................34

The programme does not start .......................................34

Fault messages in the display ........................................35

General problems .................................................36

An unsatisfactory wash result ........................................37

The drum door does not open when you press the Door button..............38

Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure . 39

Blocked drain outlet .............................................39

After sales service ................................................41

Future updates (PC) .............................................41

Appliance guarantee ............................................41

Optional spare parts and accessories ...............................41

Installation and connection ........................................42

Front view........................................................42

Rear view ........................................................43

Installation surface.................................................44

Transporting the machine to its installation site ........................44

Removing the transit bars ...........................................44

Re-fitting the transit bars ............................................46

Contents

Levelling the machine ..............................................47

Screwing out and adjusting the feet .................................47

Building under a worktop .........................................48

Washer-dryer stack..............................................48

The Miele water protection system ....................................49

Connection to the water supply .......................................50

Connection to the drainage system....................................51

Electrical connection U.K. ...........................................52

Consumption data ................................................53

Note for test institutes: ...........................................53

Technical data ...................................................54

Programmable functions...........................................56

To access programmable functions .................................56

To select a programmable function .................................56

To alter a programmable function ..................................56

To come out of programmable functions .............................56

Language

Water plus .......................................................57

Gentle action .....................................................57

Suds cooling .....................................................57

Code ...........................................................58

Temperature unit ..................................................59

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

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

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

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

Standby display ...................................................60

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

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

! ......................................................56

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

CareCollection ....................................................61

Warning and Safety instructions

This washing machine is not This washing machine 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 washing machine, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its installation, safety, 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 washing machine is for

domestic use only and can only be used to wash items which are specified by the manufacturer to be machine-washable on the wash care label, and textiles composed of hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics as well as satin, lace, silk and other hand-washable garments. Any other applications may be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.

intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it by a person responsible for their safety.

Safety with children

Keep children away from the

washing machine at all times. It is not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury do not allow children to play on or near it or to play with its controls. Supervise children whilst you are using it.

Older children may only use the

washing machine if its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely, recognising the dangers of misuse.

For machines with a 'porthole' door,

remember that the porthole glass will be hot when washing at very high temperatures. Do not let children touch it.

Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

Before setting up the washing

machine, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install or use a damaged washing machine.

Before connecting the washing

machine, ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and connected load) match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

The electrical safety of this washing

machine can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system which complies with current local and national safety regulations. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and regularly tested, and where there is any doubt the household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

Do not connect the washing

machine to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead. Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).

Faulty components must only be

replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the machine be guaranteed.

Unauthorised repairs could result in

unforeseen dangers for the user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved service technician. Ensure current is not supplied to the machine until after maintenance or repair work has been carried out.

If the connection cable is faulty it

must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger.

In the event of a fault or for cleaning

purposes, the washing machine is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when:

– it is switched off at the wall socket

and the plug is withdrawn, or

– it is switched off at the mains, or

– the mains fuse is withdrawn, or the

screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is applicable).

This washing machine must only be

connected to the on-site water supply using a new hose kit. Old hoses must not be re-used.

In countries where there are areas

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

Warning and Safety instructions

This washing machine may only be

used in mobile installations such as ships if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer.

Do not make any alterations to the

washing machine, unless authorised to do so by Miele.

Correct use

Do not install your washing machine

in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point.

Before using the washing machine

for the first time, check that the transit bars at the rear of the machine have been removed (see section on "Installation and connection"). During spinning, a transit bar which is still in place may result in damage to both the machine and adjacent furniture or appliances.

Turn off the stopcock if the machine

is to be left for any length of time (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor drain (gully) in the immediate vicinity.

Flooding danger.

If hooking the drain hose into a wash basin, check that the water can drain off quickly enough to prevent the sink from overflowing. Make sure the drain hose is secure, so that the force of the water flowing out of the hose does not dislodge it.

Take care to ensure that foreign

objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins, paper clips) do not find their way into the machine with the laundry. These may damage components of the machine (e.g. suds container, drum), which in turn can result in damage to the laundry.

If the correct amount of detergent is

dispensed, the machine should not need to be descaled. If, however, you do wish to descale the machine only use proprietary non-corrosive descaling agents and strictly observe the instructions on the packaging. A special descaling agent is available to order from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet on www.miele-shop.com.

Warning and Safety instructions

Textiles which have been

pre-treated in solvent based cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine.

Never use solvent based cleaning

agents, e.g. those containing benzene, in this machine, as this may result in damage to component parts and create toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a fire and explosion hazard.

Never use solvent based cleaning

agents, e.g. those containing benzene, to clean the outside surfaces of this machine. They can cause damage to plastic surfaces.

Only use dyes specified by the

manufacturer as being suitable for use in a domestic washing machine. Always observe the manufacturer's instructions carefully.

Colour run and dye removers

contain sulphur compounds which can cause damage such as corrosion. Do not use these products in this machine.

Only remove laundry from the

washing machine once the drum has stopped turning. Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous and could result in injury.

Accessories

Accessory parts may only be fitted

when expressly approved by Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.

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

If liquid detergent comes into

contact with the eyes, rinse them thoroughly with lukewarm water imme diately. If swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately and retain the packaging or label for reference. Those with skin problems or sensitive skin should avoid their skin coming into contact with liquid detergent.

Operating the washing machine

Control panel

a Display

See the following page for more information.

b Temperature button

For selecting a temperature.

c Spin speed button

For selecting the final spin speed or e (Rinse hold) or deselecting the spin No u.

d PC / Optical interface

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

e Start/Stop button

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

f Extra option buttons

Various Extra options can be added to the washing programmes.

g Programme selector

For selecting a programme. The indicator light next to the selected programme will come on. The programme selector can be turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.

h Door button

Opens the machine door.

i I-On/0-Off button

For switching the machine on or off.

The following are selected via the display:

– wash temperature

– spin speed

– programmable functions

– cancellation of a programme

– safety lock

Operating the washing machine

Programme duration

After the start of a programme, the estimated programme duration will appear in the display in hours and minutes.

During the first 8 minutes the washing machine measures how much water is being absorbed by the laundry and uses this to calculate the load. The programme duration may be longer or shorter depending on this absorbency rate.

Programmable functions

The programmable functions can be used to tailor washing programmes to suit your individual requirements. In programming mode, the display will show the function selected.

The display also shows:

– the programme duration

–

the programme sequence

Before using for the first time

Before using the machine for the first time ensure that it is correctly installed and connected. See "Installation and connection". Also check that the drain filter is securely tightened to prevent the risk of water leaks during use.

This washing machine has undergone a thorough functional test in the factory and there will be some residual water in the drum from this process.

For safety reasons, spinning is not possible until the machine has been prepared for using for the first time. To activate the spinning function you must run a wash programme without laundry and without detergent.

Setting the language

You will be asked to select the language you require for the display. It is possible to change the language at any time via the programmable functions.

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If the language shown is not the one

you want, select the language you do want by turning the programme selector. Confirm your selection by pressing the Start/Stop button.

Reminder to remove transit bars

To avoid the risk of damage, the transit bars must be removed before the machine is used for the first time. See "Installation and connection" for instructions on how to do this.

Using detergent could result in an excessive build-up of foam.

This also activates the ball valve. The ball valve prevents detergent escaping from the suds container into the sump during a wash programme, thus making maximum use of the detergent.

Press the I-On/0-Off button in.

If the washing machine is being switched on for the first time, the welcome screen will appear.

The welcome screen will appear in the display every time the machine is switched on until a programme lasting longer than 1 hour has been completed.

^ After removing the transit bars (if this

has not already been done by your fitter), press the Start/Stop button.

Running your first programme

Run a Cottons 60°C programme without any laundry and without detergent.

Open the stopcock.

Press the Start/Stop button.

At the end of the programme switch the machine off.

The machine is now ready for use.

Washing environmentally and economically

Energy and water consumption

Water consumption and energy

–

usage are determined by the size of the load. To make the most out of your machine, load the maximum dry load for the programme you are using.

Use the Automatic and Express

–

programmes for small loads.

When smaller amounts of laundry are

–

washed using the Cottons programme, the automatic load recognition system will reduce the amount of water, time and energy used. This may mean that the time left shown in the display is adjusted during the course of the wash programme.

– Using the Cottons 60°C programme,

instead of the Cottons 95°C programme will give energy savings of between 35% and 45%. This is sufficient for most levels of soiling.

Detergent

Do not exceed the amounts of

–

detergent recommended by the manufacturer on the packaging.

Adjust the dosage to the degree of

–

soiling of the laundry.

Reduce the amount of detergent with

–

smaller loads (approx.

/3less than the amount recommended can be used when washing a half load).

Choosing the correct extra option (Short and Pre-wash)

Select:

– A wash programme together with the

Short extra option for light to normal soiling where there are no obvious marks.

– A wash programme without any extra

options for normal to heavy soiling with visible staining.

– The Pre-wash extra option for laundry

with large amounts of dirt (e.g. dust, sand).

When drying with a tumble dryer

Selecting the highest possible spin speed for the wash programme will save energy when drying in a tumble dryer afterwards.

How to wash correctly

Brief instructions

The headings numbered A, B, C,... show the operating sequence and can be used as brief instructions.

A Sort the laundry

^ Empty all pockets.

Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to garments and components in the machine.

Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should be cleaned as soon as possible, preferably whilst still fresh. Spillages should be carefully dabbed off using a soft colourfast cloth. Do not rub!

Badly soiled areas can be pre-treated with liquid detergent, stain removers etc. first, following the manufacturer's instructions. With particularly stubborn stains ask your dry cleaner for advice.

If you use a solvent-based clean

ing agent (e.g. one containing ben zene) to pre-treat a stain, make sure that any plastic parts (e.g. buttons) are protected, and that the cleaning agent is rinsed off before washing the garment in the machine.

Do not use solvent-based

cleaning agents in this machine.

Sort the laundry by colour and by

care label. Most garments have a textile care label in the collar or side seam.

Dark textiles often contain excess dye and should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load. Always wash whites and coloureds separately.

– Curtains: Remove lead weights first

or place in a laundry bag.

–

Underwiring and collar stiffeners: Any loose wiring in bras, shirt collar stiffeners, etc. should be removed or sewn in.

–

Knitted garments, trousers and jeans, T-shirts and sweat shirts: Turn inside out, if recommended by the manufacturer.

–

Close any zips, fasten hooks and eyes etc before washing.

–

Fasten duvet covers etc. to prevent small items from being rolled up inside them.

Do not wash any items in this machine which are specified by the manufacturer as not washable on the care label. (h symbol)

How to wash correctly

B Switch on the washing machine

C Load the drum

Press the Door button to open the

drum door.

Unfold the laundry and load loosely

in the drum. Mixing both large and small items gives better wash results and also helps distribute the load evenly during spinning.

The most efficient use of energy and water is achieved when a full load is washed. However, do not overload as this causes creases and reduces cleaning efficiency.

Make sure that no garments are caught between the drum door and seal.

D Select a programme

^ Turn the programme selector

clockwise or anti-clockwise to the required programme. The programme indicator light for the programme selected will come on.

E Select a temperature / spin speed

The suggested temperature and/or spin speed can be changed.

1:49 60° 1600

Shut the door with a gentle swing.

Press the Temperature button to alter the temperature and press the Spin speed button to alter the spin speed.

How to wash correctly

F Select an extra option(s)

^ Select any extra options by pressing

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

Not all the extra options are suitable for use with every programme.

You can only select extra options which are compatible with the programme being used.

Water plus

The water level in the main wash and the rinses will be increased if the Water plus option is selected.

However, you can select other settings for Water plus. These are described in "Programmable functions".

Pre-wash

For laundry with large amounts of dirt e.g. dust, sand.

Buzzer

An audible tone sounds repeatedly at the end of a programme and when Rinse hold is reached. The buzzer will sound repeatedly until the machine is switched off. The volume of the buzzer can be changed, see "Programmable functions".

Short

For light to normal soiling with no visible staining.

The duration of the main wash is reduced.

G Add detergent

It is important to dispense the correct amount, because...

. . . too little detergent results in:

Laundry not getting properly clean

–

and with time it may become grey and hard to the touch.

Greasy particles clinging to the

–

laundry.

Limescale deposits on the heater

–

elements.

. . . too much detergent results in:

– Excessive foam which causes a low

level of agitation and poor wash, rinse and spin results.

– Higher water consumption (an

additional rinse cycle will automatically switch in).

– A burden to the environment.

How to wash correctly

Pull out the detergent drawer and

place detergent in the compartments as follows:

Detergent for the pre-wash (divide the total recommended amount as follows: add

and

/3to compartment j)

Detergent for the main wash

/3to compartment i

Fabric conditioner or liquid starch

Close the detergent drawer.

See "Detergent" for further information.

How to wash correctly

H Start the programme

Press the flashing Start/Stop button.

The estimated programme duration will appear in the display once the programme has started. During the first 8 minutes the machine measures how much water is being absorbed by the laundry. The programme duration may be longer or shorter depending on this absorbency rate.

The programme sequence is also shown in the display. The washing machine shows you when each section of the programme is reached.

I Remove the laundry when the

programme has finished

In the anti-crease phase after the programme has finished, the following will appear alternately in the display:

0:00 Anti-crease

and

0:00 Finish

Press the Door button to open the drum door.

Remove the laundry.

Check that all items have been removed from the drum. Items left in the drum could discolour other items in the next wash or become discoloured themselves.

^ Check the folds in the door seal for

any small articles, e.g. buttons which might be lodged there.

^ Switch the machine off with the

I-On/0-Off button.

Close the drum door. Otherwise there is the danger of objects being placed inadvertently in the drum. If these remained unnoticed and were washed in the next load, they could damage the laundry.

Spinning

Final spin speed

Programme rpm

Cottons 1600

Minimum iron 1200

Delicates 600

Woollens 1200

Express 1600

Automatic 1200

Shirts 600

Denim 900

Dark garments 1200

Spin 1600

You can reduce the final spin speed. However, you cannot select a final spin speed higher than that shown in the chart above.

Rinse and interim spin

There is a spin after the main wash and between the rinses. A reduction in the final spin speed will also reduce the interim spin speed. If a spin speed of less than 700 rpm is selected for a Cottons programme, an additional rinse is introduced.

To omit the final spin (Rinse hold)

Select the Rinse hold (e) setting

using the Spin speed button. The laundry will not be spun and will remain suspended in the final rinse water. This reduces creasing if the laundry is not going to be removed from the drum immediately after the end of the programme.

To start the final spin

–

The washing machine will display the maximum spin speed possible. You can select a spin speed lower than this. Start the final spin by pressing the Start/Stop button.

– To end the programme

Press the Door button. The water will drain away. Press the Door button again to open the door.

To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin (No u)

Select the No u setting using the Spin speed button. The laundry is not

spun after the final rinse. The water will drain away and the machine will go straight into the anti-crease stage. An additional rinse is introduced if this setting is selected with the

Cottons, Minimum iron, Express and Automatic programmes.

Programme chart

Cottons 9876* 30°C to 95°C Max. load 6.0 kg

Fabric Cotton-, linen- or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling,

underwear, T-shirts etc.

Note for test institutes:

Short programme: 3.0 kg load and Short extra option

Minimum iron 421876*

Fabric Synthetic and mixed fibre garments as well as easy care cottons. If

fabrics have a high proportion of man-made fibres, it is advisable to programme the machine for "Gentle action". See "Programmable functions".

Note Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.

Delicates 421ac* cold to 60°C Max. load 2.0 kg

Fabric For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres, rayon

and easy care cottons. Also suitable for machine-washable silks. Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washable by

the manufacturer.

Note – Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with a

Pre-wash advisable.

– For curtains which crease easily, reduce the spin speed or

deselect the spin.

Woollens /ac* cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg

Fabric Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics. If

the care label does not specify a temperature, wash using the cold setting.

Also suitable for hand-washable silks. Reduce the spin speed.

Note Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.

Express 76* cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Fabric Small loads of items which require freshening up and which can be

washed in a Cottons programme.

Note This programme can be used for rinsing individual items. Select the

cold setting, and do not add any detergent.

30°C to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg

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