Instruction manual
for washing machine
W 1903
It is essential to read these
operating instructions before
installing or using the machine to avoid
the risk of accident, or damage
to the machine. M-Nr. 05 226 190
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Contents
Contents
Guide to the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Important safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Preparation for use
Help to protect our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Economical usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Before using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Preparing the laundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Textile care symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Adding detergent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Adding fabric softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Programmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Additional options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Changing the programme sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
End of Programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Programmable options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
User-Maintenance Instructions
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Installation Instructions
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Grounding instructions and Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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Guide to the machine
Guide to the machine
1 Supply cable
2 Cold water pressure hose
3 Flexible drain hose, with detachable
swivel elbow
4 Detergent dispenser drawer
5 Control panel
6 Drum door
7 Panel for access to lint filter and drain
pump
8 Four height-adjustable leg levelers
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Guide to the machine
Guide to the machine
Detergent dispenser drawer
Compartment i - for the pre-wash
Compartment j - for the main wash
Compartment p (with lid) - for fabric
softener or starch.
b “Door” button
opens the drum door
c “ON/OFF” button
to turn machine on or off or
to interrupt a programme.
“On” light illuminates
d Pushbutton switches for additional
options
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e SPIN SPEED SETTING
f PROGRAMME SEQUENCE indicator
(LED indicator lights)
g PROGRAMME SELECTOR switch
Important safety instructions
Important safety instructions
WARNING – To reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the
following:
1. Read all instructions before using
the appliance.
2. Do not wash articles that have
been previously cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted
in gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents,
other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors
that could ignite or explode.
3. Do not allow children to play on the
appliance. Close supervision of
children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
4. Before the appliance is removed
from service or discarded, remove
the door to the washing compartment.
5. Do not reach into the appliance if
the drum is moving.
plosive substances to the wash
water. These substances give off
vapors that could ignite or explode.
10. Under certain conditions, hy-
drogen gas may be produced in a
hot water system that has not
been used for 2 weeks or more.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water system has not
been used for such a period, before using the washing machine,
turn on all hot water faucets and
let the water flow from each for
several minutes. This will release
any accumulated hydrogen gas.
As the gas is flammable, do not
smoke or use an open flame during this time.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Refer to the Electrical Connection
Section for Grounding on installation instructions.
6. Do not install or store this ap-
pliance where it will be exposed
to the weather.
7. Do not tamper with controls.
8. Do not repair or replace any part of
the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user-maintenance
instructions or in published user
repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry
out.
9. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, or other flammable or ex-
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Help protect our environment
Help protect our environment
Disposal of the packing material
The transport and protective packing is
mostly manufactured from the following
recycled or re-useable materials:
– corrugated paper/cardboard
– polystyrene - CFC-free
– polyethylene foil (transparent)
– Untreated wood
– Polypropylene (PP) strapping
Rather than throwing these materials
away, please take them to your community recycling center.
Disposal of your old machine
Old machines contain materials which
can be recycled. Please contact your
recycling center or scrap merchant before disposing of the appliance.
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Economical usage
WARNING – To reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS before operating
this appliance.
The key to good wash results is selecting the correct combination of detergent and temperature, and then allowing the washing machine to optimize
their usage through its programming.
Programme lengths can vary for this
reason: With the “Hydromatic” system,
the drum can revolve at various
speeds. Faster and slower agitation
speeds along with pauses for soaking,
combine to assure excellent results.
The automatic load control feature ensures the correct water level for the
type of fabric and size of load being
washed (even though it may appear as
if there is too little water in the drum!).
Because of the accurately balanced
drum and special sound insulation, machine noise is minimal when running.
The fully electronic controls offer a combination of simple operation with many
optional features.
Economical usage
Economy
For optimum economical usage remember the following tips:
– The automatic load control feature
will adjust the water level for loads
between 1 and 5 kg. However, if
possible, load the machine to its
maximum capacity in order to use
water and energy to the best advantage.
– Use only the correct amount of deter-
gent required for the water hardness
in your area. Miele recommends the
use of low-sudsing powder detergents, as their characteristics allow
them to perform better in front-loading machines than regular powder or
liquid detergents.
– If the wash is not heavily soiled, se-
lect a lower temperature than indicated on the wash care label, but do
not use the “Short” option.
– Alternatively, for lightly soiled loads,
use the “Short” option with no reduction in temperature.
For instance, since a main wash generally gives good results for a normal
load, the pre-wash cycle has been
made a user selectable option, saving
time,water and energy over older fullcycle machines.
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Before using for the first time
Before using for the first time
Important:
The appliance must be properly installed and connected to the water
and electrical supply in accordance
with local and national codes.
Installation instructions can be found
on pages 33 - 37.
Make sure the transport struts on
the rear of the washer have been
removed.
Any residual water left in the
machine from the testing process should be flushed out as
follows:
Do not put any laundry in the machine.
Add a small amount of detergent to
compartment j.
Water hardness reminder
The amount of detergent to use can depend on various factors, including the
water hardness level in your area. You
can set the water hardness dial in the
detergent dispenser box as a reminder
of the water hardness level in your area.
Turn on the machine.
Turn the programme selector to the
“COTTONS 60°C” programme.
Press the “Short” button.
Any residues will be flushed out dur-
ing the course of the programme.
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Turn the dial to the applicable water
hardness range 1-4.
Use the tool supplied with the machine. It is located behind the detergent drawer door, on the left hand
side (see page 24).
Water hardness ranges
in grains per imperial gallon and PPM (mg/l) CaCO3
1
soft water medium water hard water very hard
less than
8 grains per
imp. gal.
less than 125
PPM CaCO
234
3
9-17
grains
per imp. gal.
130-250
PPM CaCO
3
18-27
grains
per imp. gal.
260-390
PPM CaCO
3
water
over 28
grains
per imp. gal.
over 400
PPM CaCO
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Preparing the laundry
Empty all pockets.
Foreign objects inadvertently left in
pockets (e.g. nails, coins, paper
clips,etc.) can cause damage to
clothes and the machine.
Preparing the laundry
Pre-treating the laundry
Badly soiled areas (e.g. collars and
cuffs) and water soluble stains can be
pre-treated with bar soap, liquid stain
pre-treatment or detergent mixed into a
solution or paste.
Do not use detergents containing sol-
vents in the machine.
Loading the machine
Unfold the laundry and place in the
drum. To achieve best results it is advis-
able to make up mixed loads consist-
ing of both large and small items. This
improves the washing effect and helps
distribute the load evenly to keep the
machine stable and reduce noise dur-
ing spinning.
Recommended load sizes are noted
below:
Sort the laundry
Most garments have a textile care label
in the collar or side seam. Sort the
laundry by care label.
Dark textiles often contain “excess
dye” and should be washed separately
several times before being included in
a mixed load.
Delicate textiles should be washed separately using a delicates programme.
COTTONS.................. 5.0kg
PERMANENT PRESS. . . . . . . . . 2.0 kg
DELICATES................. 1.0kg
WOOLLENS................ 1.0kg
QUICKWASH............... 2.5kg
With curtains: Remove lead weights or
strips and place in a laundry bag.
Woollens and knitted garments should
be turned inside out if recommended
by the manufacturer.
Close the machine door
Make sure there are no clothes caught
between the drum door and seal.
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Textilecaresymbols
Textile care symbols
The textile care symbols on clothing indicate the maximum temperature at
which the clothing should be washed
and are a good guideline when choosing a programme. In choosing a programme, it can be taken into account
that front-loading machines are gentler
on clothing than most top-loading, vertical tub machines.
Do not use chlorine bleach!
Chlorine bleach will damage the machine.
Drying
Dry flat
(Yellow symbol) Tumble dry low
temperature
(Green symbol) Tumble dry medium
to high temperature
Hang to dry
Drip dry
Ironing
J
F
Do not iron
The following is an explanation of textile
care symbols:
Washing
h
c
Do not wash
/ Hand wash in 40°C water
7 Machine wash at 40°C
Chlorine bleach
Do not use chlorine bleach! Chlorine
bleach will damage the machine.
x
G Iron at low setting
H Iron at medium setting
I Iron at high setting
Dry cleaning
D Do not dry clean
Dry clean
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Adding detergent
Powder detergent should be added to
compartment j at the beginning of
each wash cycle.
Miele recommends the use of low-sudsing powder detergents, as their characteristics allow them to perform better in
front-loading machines than regular
powder or liquid detergents.
Due to the Miele “Eco-System”, approximately 2/3 of the manufacturer’s recommended amount of detergent is generally sufficient for excellent wash results.
If you have difficulty finding a low-sudsing detergent, contact Miele Appliances Limited.
Adding detergent
– If the laundry is not clean or if it is
grey or hard to the touch, add
slightly more detergent the next time
you use the machine.
It is important to add the cor-
rect amount of detergent, be-
cause...
...too little detergent can result in:
– grey laundry
– grease/stains not being removed
– lime deposits on the heater elements
and drum.
Do not use chlorine bleach! Chlorine
bleach will damage the machine.
For extremely hard water:
Water is taken in through compartment
j in the main wash. If your water is extremely hard (above 400 ppm CaCO
and the capacity of compartment j is
insufficient for the amount of detergent
needed, a Service Technician can reprogramme the machine so that water
and detergent can also be taken in
through compartment i.
For small loads:
– Gradually reduce the amount of
detergent used with each small load.
– Check the wash results and the con-
dition of the laundry.
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...too much detergent can result in:
– excessive foam
– low level of agitation
– poor cleaning and rinsing results.
Water Softeners
If you wish to use a water softener to
cut down on detergent usage in hard
water areas:
– add the amount of detergent necess-
ary for a soft water area.
– Following the manufacturer’s recom-
mendations,add the specified
amount of water softener.
Always add the detergent first, in com-
partments i and j followed by the
softener, to ensure that both are
properly dispensed.
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Adding fabric softener
Adding fabric softener
If fabric softener is desired, it will work
more effectively and be gentler on the
clothes if it is dispensed in the final
rinse cycle of the wash, rather than in
the tumble dryer, through the use of softener sheets. To automatically dispense
fabric softener:
Open the lid of compartment p.
At the end of the programme a small
amount of water will normally remain in
compartment p. A high water level in
this compartment, however, may indi-
cate that the siphon is clogged or the
dispenser drawer was opened during
the last cycle, thereby interrupting the
distribution of fabric softener. In this
case, the siphon tube should be
cleaned as described on Pg.23.
Starch
If starch is used for shirts, blouses,
table cloths, napkins, etc., pour the liq-
uid starch into compartment p ( use
the same procedure as for fabric sof-
tener).
Never mix fabric softener and starch
together in compartment p. This can
lead to a blockage in the washer’s over-
flow system.
Following the manufacturer’s recommendations, pour the specified
amount of liquid fabric softener into
compartment p. However,do not exceed the maximum fill level marked
inside the compartment, as any excess will prematurely activate the siphon and be wasted.
Close the compartment lid and push
in the dispenser drawer.
The conditioner will automatically be
dispensed during the last rinse cycle.
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Use the “Starch” programme for dis-
pensing liquid starch (see Pg. 15).
– Prepare the starch solution in accord-
ance with the manufacturer’s instructions and pour into compartment p.
– Use the normal water level (Water
plus button “out”) when starching so
that the solution will have the maximum effect.
– “Without final spin” can be selected
to reduce fabric creasing.
Programmes
Programmes
The run time of front-loading machines is longer than that for most top-loading, vertical tub machines. This is because front-loading machines balance the 5 basic
washing factors (mechanical action, water, detergent, temperature and time) differently than do vertical tub machines. Miele’s front-loading machines use an advanced hydromatic washing action, precise and steady temperatures, less water
and detergent than vertical tub machines but more time. The longer run time is
part of the equation that produces Miele’s excellent wash results.
COTTONS
For cotton fabrics without special finishes.
For most everyday loads, e.g. sheets,
towels, jeans, sweatshirts, t-shirts,
underwear.
1) Water levels used:
wash - low
rinse - low
2) Rinse cycles used:
Normal programme - four
Short programme - four
X = additional options
Temperature guidelines:
30 - 40°C - dark coloured items.
40 - 50°C - light coloured items.
60 - 95°C - exclusively white items.
80°C - e.g. whites, such as socks,
which would commonly be bleached in
a top-loading, vertical tub machine.
95°C - e.g. diapers.
max/load: 5.0 kg (11 lbs.)
max/spin: 1200 rpm
Normal run time: 1 h 55 min
Short run time: 1 h 20 min
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Programmes
Programmes
PERMANENT PRESS
For cotton blend fabrics, polyester
blends and other sysnthetics such as
acrylic, nylon and ramie.
1) Water levels used:
wash - low
rinse - high (to reduce wrinkling)
2) Rinse cycles used:
Normal programme - three
Short programme - three
X = additional options
30°C - dark fabrics which are a blend or
100% synthetic fabrics.
40 - 50°C - light coloured cotton or
synthetic items.
60°C - white polyester/cotton items.
maxload: 2.0kg(4.5lbs)
max spin: 900 rpm
Normal run time: 1 h 11 min
Short run time: 50 min
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Programmes
Programmes
DELICATES
For synthetics, machine washable silks,
fine washables commonly washed by
hand (e.g. blouses, sweaters, baut not
wool or wool blends), lace or crocheted
(non-woolen) items, curtains and knit
garments.
1) Water level used:
wash - high
rinse - high
2) Rinse cycles used:
Normal programme - three
Short programme - three
X = additional options
Temperature guidelines:
cold - 30°C - dark coloured silks and
all synthetic items (lingerie)
40 - 50°C - light coloured silks and
lace tablecloths.
60°C - white cotton lace and crocheted
items.
For machine washable curtains, use
cold -30°C with a pre-wash. Load the
drum loosely up to
maxload: 1.0kg(2.2lbs)
max spin: 600 rpm
Normal run time: 59 min
Short run time: 42 min
1
/3 full.
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Programmes
Programmes
WOOLLENS
For all machine washable woollens and
wool blends, including blankets and
wool mixtures with cotton or rayon.
Also suitable for woollens commonly
washed by hand (e.g. sweaters) and
silks.
1) Water level used:
wash - low
rinse - high
2) Rinse sysles used:
Normal programme - three
No additional options can be selected
in this programme.
Reduced agitation is also used.
Temperature guidelines:
cold - 40°C - for all colours of wool.
cold - 30°C - for silk.
maxload: 1.0kg(2.2lbs.)
max spin: 900 rpm
Run time: 48 min
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Programmes
Programmes
Starch
For tablecloths, napkins, aprons, shirts.
max load: 5.0 kg (11 lbs.)
max spin: 1200 rpm
Run time: 21 min
Spin
For spinning wet items not washed in
the machine (hand washed). Such
items must be suitable for machine
spinning.
max load: 5.0 kg (11 lbs.)
max spin: 1200 rpm
Run time: 12 min
Drain
For draining water from the machine
when “Without final spin” has been selected as the spin speed so that
laundry may be removed wet for drip
drying.
QUICK WASH 40°C
For very lightly soiled items or new garments which need to be washed before
wearing for the first time.
max load: 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs.)
max spin: 1200 rpm
Run time: 40 min
NOTE:
If “cold” is selected in “WOOLLENS” or
“DELICATES”, the machine will heat the
water to 24°C to help the detergent dissolve and to compensate for temperature fluctuations in the plumbing system.
To soak clothing, select one of the programmes “COTTONS”, “PERMANENT
PRESS”, “DELICATES” or “WOOLLENS”, wait for the machine to fill and
press the “ON/OFF” button. The machine will turn off. After soaking, select
“Drain”.
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Additional options
Additional options
By selecting one or more of the pushbutton options, basic programmes can
be tailored to the type of laundry being
washed.
“Pre-wash”
– Use for heavily soiled or stained
laundry items.
– Available in the “COTTONS”, “PER-
MANENT PRESS” and “DELICATES”
programmes.
Add the required amount of powder
detergent to compartment i and j.
“Water plus”
This increases the normal water level to
a slightly higher level:
for particularly delicate fabrics in addition to the “Gentle action” option,
“Short”
For lightly soiled items. The length of
the main wash is shortened. An additional reduction in temperature is not
recommended as this may lead to poor
wash results.
Selecting the spin speed
Set the selector switch to the
highest setting to save energy if the
laundry is to be dried in a tumble dryer.
The lower the spin speed selected, the
more residual moisture left in the clothing after spinning. A lower spin speed
may be selected for especially delicate
fabrics. The spin speed in the “PERMANENT PRESS” and “WOOLLENS” programme is automatically limited to 900
rpm, and in the “DELICATES” programme to 600 rpm.
in hard water areas, if more water is
required for dispensing the detergent,
The “Water plus” option is active in the
following programmes:
the wash and rinse cycles for COTTONS.
the wash cycle for PERMANENT
PRESS.
“Gentle action”
For actioning of lighty soiled items, or
delicate fabrics which tend to pill.
Drum movement is reduced by half.
Available in the “COTTONS”, “PERMANENT PRESS” and “DELICATES” programmes.
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“Without final spin”
If this option is selected, the laundry
will remain suspended in water at the
end of the programme. If the wash is to
be spun, turn the spin speed selector
from “Without final spin” to the desired
spin speed. If spinning is not desired,
turn the programme selector switch to
“Drain”.
Changing the programme sequence
Changing the programme sequence
Selecting a programme
A programme can only be started
when:
The machine is turned on.
The drum door is properly shut.
The programme selector switch is at
the “Start/Finish” position.
Turn the programme selector switch to
the desired programme to begin.
To cancel a programme:
Turn the programme selector switch
to the “Start/Finish” position.
To interrupt a programme:
Turn the machine off. To re-start a
programme, turn the machine on
again.
To change an incorrectly selected programme:
Turn the programme selector switch
to “Start/Finish”. When only the “On”
LED is illuminated, a new programme can be selected.
To change a programme where the
child safety option has been set, see
page 19.
During operation, it is possible to:
– omit one or more programme stages
or
To omit a programme stage:
A programme stage must first be
reached to be omitted. When the PROGRAMME SEQUENCE indicator lamp
indicates the stage to be omitted:
Turn the programme selector to
“Start/Finish”.
As soon as the PROGRAMME SEQUENCE indicator lamp for the stage
at which you wish to continue starts
flashing:
turn the programme selector switch
to the appropriate programme.
To repeat a programme stage:
A programme stage must have finished
before it can be repeated. When the
PROGRAMME SEQUENCE indicator
lamp indicates the stage after the one
to be repeated:
Turn the programme selector switch
to “Start/Finish”.
When only the “On” LED is illuminated:
select a programme.
After approx. 5 seconds, turn the pro-
gramme selector switch back to
“Start/Finish”.
Once the PROGRAMME SEQUENCE indicator lamp of stage you wish to repeat starts flashing:
turn the programme selector switch
to the desired programme within a
period of 3 seconds.
– repeat one or more programme
stages.
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End of Programme
End of Programme
After washing:
Turn the programme selector switch
to “Start/Finish”.
Open the door.
Turn the machine off.
Do not remove laundry from the machine if the drum is turning. You
may seriously injure yourself. If the
drum turns with the door open, contact the Miele Service Department.
Check the folds in the door seal for
any small articles such as buttons or
nails which may be lodged there.
Close the drum door.
Make sure the drum is empty or, during the next use, items may be damaged (e.g. shrink) or cause other
laundry to discolour.
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Programmable options
Additional options can be programmed
into the machine if desired:
A High water level (only in
“Cottons” rinses)
Where rinse results are particularly important (e.g. Soap allergies).
B 5th Rinse in the “Cottons”
programme
For soft water areas (up to 135 ppm).
In soft water areas a higher water level
can be selected in addition to a 5th
rinse cycle, if required.
C Programme Lock
(Child safety feature)
When activated, the washing machine
will ignore any changes made after the
first three minutes of operation. For
example, if the programme selector
switch is moved to a different setting or
an additional option is selected, the
“On” lamp will flash, notifying you that
the Child safety feature has been activated, but the programme will continue
uninterrupted. This prevents children
from inadvertently changing or stopping a wash programme by playing
with the dials.
Programmable options
The sequence indicator lamps will start
flashing in succession after about 30
seconds. A new programme can be selected as soon as the “On” lamp is the
only one remaining lit.
The three options described above
can be programmed by the Customer using the steps shown on
pages 22-23.
There are other programmable functions which are reserved for Miele
Service Engineers. They are not normally activated and require access
to internal machine components. In
areas with low water pressure, the
machine can be adjusted such that
a programme interruption due to
low water pressure will occur after 6
minutes rather than after 4 minutes.
In areas with extremely hard water
(above 400 ppm CaCO
the capacity of compartment j is
insufficient for the amount of detergent needed, the machine can be
adjusted to take water and detergent in through compartment i in
the main wash.
) such that
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If the programme selector switch is
turned to its original position, the “On”
lamp will stop flashing.
To change a programme:
Turn the programme selector switch
to “Start/Finish”.
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Programmable options
Programmable options
To activate the additional options:
Turn off the machine, close the
door, and release all pushbuttons.
Set the programme selector switch
to “Start/Finish”.
Carry out steps 1 and 2 within 4 seconds.
Step 1:
Press the “ON/OFF”
button
Step 2:
Press the “Water
plus” button 4 times
(i.e. press in and
out twice)
The “On” LED will light
up and the “Pre-wash”
and “Main-wash”
hights will flash.
If this does not occur,
press the “ON/OFF”
button to switch the
machine off and
repeat step 1 and 2.
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Programmable options
Programmable options
Step 3:
Set the
Programme
selector to:
“Quick Wash”
or
“Drain” additiona options
additiona options
A High water level
(Only in “Cottons”
rinse cycles)
B5th rinse in
“Cottons” programme
or
“Woollens cold” additiona options
C Programme Lock
(Child safety feature)
Step 4:
Then:
Step 5:
Press the “Water plus” button twice (i.e. in and out once)
The “Rinse/Rinse & hold” LED will light up
To store the option: press the “ON/OFF” button
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Programmable options
Programmable options
Deleting the additional options:
Follow the same instructions given
under “activating the additional options”, steps 1 to 4.
When the “Rinse/Rinse & hold” lamp
goes out;
Press “ON/OFF”.
The additional option has now been
deleted.
If, after Step 2, the selector switch is
accidentally turned to a setting
other than one of the three shown:
— If the Rinse/Rinse & hold
indicator does not light up no option was activated.
— If the Rinse/Rinse & hold indicator
lights up - proceed as for
“Deleting the additional
options” above.
Exception: the Rinse/Rinse & hold
indicator will light up if the switch is
set to “Cottons 95°C”. This is only
an indicator that this machine is programmed for cold water intake. No
option was activated.
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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning and Care
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning and Care
Cleaning the washing machine
Clean the casing with a mild non-abrasive detergent, or soap and water.
Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Clean the facia panel with a damp
cloth and dry with a soft cloth.
The drum can be cleaned using a
stainless steel cleaner according to
the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.
Cleaning the detergent drawer
Should the detergent drawer
become clogged or dirty, it can be
cleaned as follows:
Pull out the drawer until resistance is
felt.
Press down the red release lever
and, at the same time, pull the
drawer out of the machine.
Clean the dispenser compartments
and the fabric softener duct.
Remove the siphon tube from compartment p and rinse in warm water.
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Cleaning and Care
Cleaning and Care
Cleaning the drain pump and
lint trap
The lint trap generally will require cleaning only if small items are frequently left
in pockets, or if objects containing long
fibers or hair (Afghans, dog blankets,
etc.) are often washed.
To clean this filter: Remove the tool
from behind the detergent dispenser
drawer.
Place a 2 litre (2 quart) capacity dish
underneath the drain tube.
Turn the lint trap lid counterclockwise
2-3 times. Do not remove it.
Approx. 2 litres (2 quarts) of water
will drain out of the hose.
If the main drain hose is clogged, more
water will remain in the machine (max.
25 l or 5.5 gal.). In this case, tighten the
lint trap lid and empty the dish before
repeating the procedure as often as
necessary.
Open the lint trap door.
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Caution: if laundry has been
washed at a high temperature, the
water draining out of the machine
will still be hot! Stop and allow it to
cool before proceeding.
Cleaning and Care
Once the flow of water ceases,
remove the lint trap and clean it.
Remove any foreign objects (e.g.
buttons, coins, etc.) and lint.
Cleaning and Care
Clean inside the lint trap housing.
Remove any detergent deposits or
foreign objects from the threads of the
filter housing and filter unit.
Turn the drain pump impeller (in the
back of the chamber) by hand to
check that it rotates freely. Any
foreign objects causing an obstruction should be removed.
Wipe all contact surfaces clean of
sand and lint before re-assembling.
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Cleaning and Care
Cleaning and Care
Cleaning the water inlet filter
The washing machine has two water
inlet filters to protect the inlet valve:
To clean the filter in the inlet hose:
Close the valve.
Carefully unscrew the inlet hose from
the valve by turning the connector
counterclockwise, using a wrench, if
necessary.
Remove the rubber seal from the
connector.
Inspect the inlet hose regularly. The
hose should be replaced if there are
small cracks in the surface, or if it has
been otherwise damaged or pinched.
If a replacement is necessary, use only
a genuine Miele inlet hose, as other
hoses may burst under pressure.
To clean the filter in the inlet valve:
Using a wrench, carefully loosen and
remove the plastic hose connector
on the inlet valve.
Using needle nose pliers, grasp the
plastic filter bar and remove the filter.
Clean under running water and carefully remove any large particles.
Replace the filter and seal in the
reverse order and reconnect the
hose. Slowly turn on the valve and
check for leaks.
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Use needle nose pliers to withdraw
the plastic filter by pulling on the bar
(see illustration). Rinse under water
to clean and then replace.
The two filters - one at the pressure
hose/valve connection and one at
the inlet connection to the solenoid
valve - must not be removed.
Problem solving guide
Any work on the electrical components of this appliance should only
be performed by a qualified and
trained person in accordance with
all local and national codes and
regulations. Unauthorized repairs
may cause injury and damage to
the machine.
The following are minor faults that can
be corrected without contacting the Service Department.
A selected programme does
not begin
The “On” indicator lamp does not
light up.
Check that
the door is properly closed,
the machine is plugged in and that
the fuse or circuit breaker has not
tripped.
Problem solving guide
Check
Drainage fault
The check lamp will go out when the
programme selector switch is turned to
the “Start/Finish” position.
The “End” indicator lamp is on, but
the laundry in the machine has not
been washed.
The water valve is not open:
The water inlet system is blocked:
q warning lamp flashes
Check if the lint trap is clogged.
Clean the trap and pump impeller as
described on page 25, if necessary.
Check whether the drain hose is
kinked or clogged.
Turn the programme selector to
“Start/Finish”.
Turn on the water supply valve.
Select a programme.
The valve is not fully open.
The inlet hose is kinked or clogged.
The “On” indicator lamp is on, a programme has been selected, but the
“Pre-wash” or “Main wash” indicator
lamps do not light up.
The programme selector switch was
not at the “Start/Finish” position when
the programme was selected. The following selection sequence is important:
1. Turn the programme selector switch
to
“Start/Finish”.
2. Select a programme.
The water pressure is too low.
Check if the water flow through the
valve is at least 5 l (1 gal.) in 15 seconds.
The filters in the inlet hose are
clogged (see “Cleaning and Care”
on page 26).
If, after checking the above, too little or
no water is taken in during the next programme, call the Miele Service Department.
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Problem solving guide
Problem solving guide
The “Pre-wash” indicator lamp
flashes.
Start the programme again.
If the indicator still flashes, call the
Miele Service Department.
The “Main wash” indicator
lamp flashes during, or after
the end of a programme.
If this occurs again during the next programme, call the Miele Service Department.
Despite adequate water supply pressure, the machine
takesalongtimetofill.
Clean the filters in the water inlet system as described on page 28.
Large amounts of unused
detergent remain in the dispenser drawer.
Water supply pressure is too low.
Clean the filters as described on
page 28.
Select the “Water plus” option if
necessary.
If using a water softener, pour the
detergent into the dispenser before
adding the water softener.
Fabric softener is not completely dispensed or water remains in the p compartment .
The dispenser drawer was opened
while the fabric softener was being
flushed in,
or
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The siphon tube is incorrectly positioned or clogged. Clean as described
on page 25.
Problem solving guide
Excessive build-up of foam
To avoid this problem from the outset,
take note of the following points:
Use only low-sudsing powder deter-
gents. If foaming still occurs, cut
back to approximately 2/3 of the
manufacturer’s recommended quan-
tity.
For lightly soiled articles or a small
load, reduce the amount of deter-
gent accordingly.
Pre-soaked items should be rinsed
thoroughly before washing.
It may be necessary to run a short
wash cycle without detergent or
clothes in order to flush excess foam
out of the machine. The machine
should run normally after this procedure.
Lime deposits are visible on
the surface of the drum
Use a descaling agent to remove the
deposits. Consult the manufacturer’s
instructions before use to ensure that
the product is suitable for use in
washing machines.
Problem solving guide
Pilling is evident on the fabrics
Normal, everyday wear of certain fabrics causes pilling to occur. The Gentle
action option should be selected when
washing these fabrics, or use a programme with a higher water level and
reduced agitation to decrease the risk
of further pilling (e.g. Fine/Delicates or
Woollens).
Grey, greasy particles cling to
washed laundry
The wash load was heavily soiled with
greasy substances such as ointments
or lotions, and the amount of detergent
was insufficient to break down the particles of grease.
In the future, when washing loads of
this nature, add more detergent to
the main wash compartment or use
the pre-wash cycle with detergent.
Before washing the next load, run a
Cottons 60°C programme with detergent, but without a load, to clean the
machine.
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Problem solving guide
Problem solving guide
Laundry washed with liquid
detergent is not clean
Liquid detergent does not contain any
bleaching agents capable of removing
stains such as fruit, coffee or tea.
Miele recommends the use of a low-
sudsing powder detergent. These
detergents usually contain agents ca-
pable of removing these stains.
Laundry can also be pre-treated.
If using a liquid detergent, only those
specifically formulated for front-loading
machines are recommended.
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Problem solving guide
The machine shakes during
the spin cycle
If this is a new installation, check to see
that the transport struts have been
removed from the back of the washer. If
this occurs on an existing washer, the
most likely cause is that the machine’s
four feet are not resting securely on the
floor. Level the machine as shown on
page 37.
Weak floorboards not only lead to excessive noise but also to shaking during the spin cycle (see page 35 for advice).
The laundry is too wet or the
machine does not spin at all
The selected spin speed was too low.
The machine was not able to distrib-
ute the laundry load evenly. To pro-
tect the machine, the laundry was
spun at a reduced speed or not at all.
Large items which tangle or roll up in
the drum (e.g. bath mats) can cause
an imbalance during the spin cycle.
For safety reasons, the machine
does not spin if this is the case. At-
tempts to build up spin speed are re-
peated, however, until the time allo-
cated to spinning has expired.
It is therefore important to wash
mixed loads consisting of large and
small items.
Problem solving guide
Opening the drum door in the
event of a power failure
Turn off the washing machine.
Open the drain pump access panel
and drain off any water as described
on page 26.
Pull down the ring in the upper right
corner of the access area, and the
door will open.
Always make sure the drum is stationary before reaching in to remove
laundry. Reaching into a moving
drum is extremely dangerous.
The lint trap may be clogged. Clean
the filter and the pump as described
on pages 26-27.
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After sales service
After sales service
If problems occur that cannot be easily
repaired, or if the appliance is under
warranty, please contact:
Your Miele Dealer or
The Miele Service Department (see
back cover).
When contacting the Service Depart-
ment, please have the Model and Serial numbers of your appliance available, both which can be found on the
dataplate visible above front glass, on
the inside of the door.
Specimen:
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation
Installation surface
Experience has shown that a concrete
floor is the most suitable surface for a
washing machine. Concrete floors are
far less prone to vibration during the
spin cycle than wooden floors.
Please note the following points:
The machine must be level and se-
curely positioned.
To avoid vibration during spinning,
the machine should not be installed
on soft floor coverings.
If installation will be on a wooden
joist floor: we recommend the use of
a plywood base at least 3cm thick
and 59 x 52 cm wide . Ideally the
base should be large enough to
span several joists and should be an-
chored to the joists and not just the
floorboards.
As a general rule, we recommend
the installation of the machine (or
washer/dryer stack) in the corner of
a room where the stablity of the floor
is at its greatest.
If the machine is installed on a
raised platform, it should be secured
using retaining clips (available from
the Miele Parts Dept.). If installed on
a masonry or concrete base, the
base should be provided with a rim
1 to 2 cm high.
Installation
Lift the machine from its shipping pallet
and move it to the installation site.
Please note:
Ensure that the machine feet and the
floor are dry to prevent slippage during the spin cycle.
Removing the transport struts
Using adjustable pliers, pull out the
retaining clips on the right and left of
the support plate.
Turn the left-hand transport strut 90°
counterclockwise.
Do not lift the machine by the drum
door.
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Installation
Installation
Turn the the right-hand transport
strut 90° clockwise.
chine moved. Reinstallation can be
carried out by reversing the procedure.
Washer-Dryer stack
A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked
on top of this washing machine. A
stacking kit* can be purchased from
the Miele Parts Department.
Withdraw the two struts together with
the support plate.
Plug the two holes with the plastic
caps provided.
The machine should not be moved with-
out the transit struts in place.
The transit fitting should be stored
in a safe place for future use. It
must be reinstalled before the ma-
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All parts marked * are available from
the Miele Parts Department.
Installation
Installation
Levelling the machine
The machine must be level to ensure
smooth operation. Check with a spirit
level.
The feet are adjusted using the leg levellers as follows:
Use a level to check levelling of machine in both directions as shown
above.
Adjust the 3 legs in use until a level
position is attained. Turn the counternuts upright and tighten them
against bottom of machine.
Lower the front left leg to make firm
contact with the floor, turn the
counternut upward and tighten.
Check levelling of machine by pushing and pulling diagonally on top of
machine casing. The same stiffness
should be felt in both directions.
Note: All 4 legs have counternuts.
Shorten front left leg until the ma-
chine stands on 3 legs only; push
machine diagonally to be sure that
machine is standing on 3 legs only.
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Grounding instructions and Electrical connection
Grounding instructions and Electrical connection
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded.
In the event of a malfunction, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical
shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having
an equipment grounding conductor
and plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all national and local
codes and regulations.
WARNING
Improper connection of the grounding conductor can result in the risk
of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt
as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with
the appliance; if it will not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
The washing machine comes supplied
with a 1.5 m (5 ft.) long, 12/4 AWG cord
with a 4 wire, 3 pole grounding plug.
(NEMA 14-30P regular Canadian dryer
plug). It is ready for connection to a
120V/240V (208V), two phase, 60 Hz
power supply. The proper outlet can be
purchased from any electrical supply
dealer. Ask for a NEMA 14-30R receptacle. (See Canadian Electrical Code,
Part I, CSA Configurations for NonLocking Receptacles.)
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Grounding instructions and Electrical connection
Grounding instructions and Electrical connection
“DOUBLE RECEPTACLE”
Miele offers a “Double Receptacle”,
which will allow you to use a standard
dryer, 4 wire, 30A outlet that most
laundry rooms already have. Two 15A
appliances can be powered from this
kit.
For more information on the “Double
Receptacle”, please contact
– your Miele dealer or
– the Miele Service Department.
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Plumbing
Plumbing
Connect the water supply hose (the
hose marked blue) to the cold water
valve.
Turn on the valve and check for leaks.
The water pressure must be within 14140 psi (0.1-1 MPa). If the water pressure in greater than 140 psi (1 MPa), a
pressure reducer must be installed. At
pressures below 14 psi (0.1 MPa), the
standard inlet valve of the machine
must be exchanged for a low pressure
version available from the Miele Parts
Dept.
The water supply hose is equipped
with a filter; please do not remove this
filter.
Connection to the drain system
The 1.5 m (5 ft.) drain hose may be connected as follows:
1. Directly into a sink: hook the hose
over the edge of the sink and secure
it firmly(e.g. by tieing the hose to the
water faucet).
2. Connection to a stand pipe: place the
drain hose into a 38 mm (1
stand pipe and firmly secure it. (An
antisiphoning device is not required;there is one built into the machine.)
3. To a floor drain: if desired, the drain
hose may be extended to 4.5 m
(15 ft.) maximum.
The machine drains using a pump with
a maximum delivery head of 1 m (4 ft.).
1
/2")
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Make sure there are no kinks in hose.
The machine is equipped with an air-
gap/anti-siphoning system so that no
minimum drain height is required.
Technical data
1.1 Dimensions
Technical data
Height
Width
Depth
(including distance from wall)
Weight
Capacity
Rated load
Fuse rating
Water pressure
Maximum delivery head
Drain hose
Maximum length
Power supply
Max floor load
850 mm (+ 10/-0.5mm)
600 mm
600 mm
99 kg (219 lbs.)
5 kg dry laundry
2.8 kW
15 Amp
1 – 10 bar (0.1-1 MPa)
1.25 m
25 mm
5.0 m
120V / 240V ~ 2 phase 60 Hz
(208 V)
164 kg (360 lbs.)
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Technical data
Technical data
1.2 Specifications
Cold water connection hose with 3/4" Female hose thread (typical thread for wash-
ing machine or garden hose).
Drainage via 1.5 m (5 ft.) long , 1 1/4" OD hose.
Electrical: 1.5 m (5 ft.) long cable with plug for connection to a two phase, 120/240
(208) VAC, 60 Hz power supply (3-pole-4 wire grounding).
Power consumption: (Extended
cycles)
Cottons without prewash
Water consumption:
Cottons without prewash
Programme duration:
Cottons without prewash
Spin speed:
W 1903
95°C 1.8 kWh
63 l
95°C 115 minutes
from 600 to 1200 rpm
Detergent dispenser:
Automatic for:
Temperature control variable:
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Prewash
Mainwash
Fabric softener or starch
from cold to 95°C
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