Miele W 1918 User Manual

Operating instructions

for the W 1918 Washing Machine

In order to protect yourself and avoid damage to your machine, it is absolutely necessary to read the operating instructions prior to installation and operation. M.-Nr. 05 226 210

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Contents

Guide to the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Preparation for use

Help protect our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Operating Instructions

Economical usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Preparing the Laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

End of programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Changing the programme sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Adding detergent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Adding fabric softener or starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Programmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Textile care symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Additional options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Delay start/Time remaining indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Programmable functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

USER MAINTENANCE Instruction

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Guide to the machine

1 Supply cable 2 High pressure inlet hoses 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 feet

Guide to the machine

Detergent dispenser drawer

Compartment i - for the pre-wash. Compartment j - for the main wash.

b “Delay start” button. c Time display “h mins”.

Compartment softener or starch.

p (with lid) - for fabric

f Pushbuttons for additional functions. g SPIN SPEED SETTING switch.

d “Door” button;

opens the drum door.

e “ON/OFF” button;

to turn machine on or off or to interrupt a programme. The “On” lamp illuminates.

h PROGRAMME SEQUENCE indica-

tors (LED indicator lamps).

i Programme SELECTOR switch.

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 or soaked in gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. They give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

3. Do not allow children to play on or

in the appliance. Close supervision 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.

9. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning

solvents, or other flammable or explosive 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.

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5. Do not reach into the appliance if

the drum is moving.

6. Do not install or store this ap-

pliance where it will be exposed to weather.

7. Do not tamper with the 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 userrepair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

Refer to the Electrical Connection Section for grounding and installation instructions.

Help protect our environment

Warning - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

Disposal of the packing material

The transport and protective packing is mostly manufactured from the following recycled or recyclable materials:

– corrugated paper/cardboard – polystyrene - CFC-free – polystyrene 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.

Economical usage

The key to good wash results is finding 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 ensure excellent results.

The automatic load control feature ensures the correct water level for the type of fabric and 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 while operating.

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 detergents, as their characteristics allow them to perform better in front-loading machine than regular powder or liquid detergents.

If the wash is not heavily stained, select a lower temperature than indicated on the wash care label.

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 full cycle machines.

Preparing the Laundry

The headings numbered ( show the operating sequence and can be used as a brief guide.

1,2,3,...)

Before washing

1 Prepare the wash load

Empty all pockets.

Most garments have a textile care label in the collar or side seam. Sort the laundry by care label and color. Only wash items that are labeled machine washable by the manufacturer.

Dark fabrics often contain “excess dye” and should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load.

Delicate fabrics should be washed separately using a delicates programme.

Only wash wool or wool mixtures if they are labeled machine washable on the textile care label.

Pre-treat the laundry

Badly soiled areas (e.g. collars and cuffs) and water soluble stains can be pre-treated with bar soap, stain remover, or detergent mixed into a solution or paste. Do not use detergents containing solvents in the machine.

Foreign objects inadvertently left in pockets (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to clothes and the machine. Damage to the machine can occur if wires from underwire bras come loose. Do not wash underwire bras in the machine without ensuring that wires are secure.

Sort the laundry

Preparing the Laundry

2 Press the “Door” button to open

the door

3 Load the machine

Unfold the laundry and place it in the drum. For best results we recommend washing mixed loads consisting of both large and small items. This improves the washing effectiveness and helps distribute the load evenly to keep the machine stable and reduce noise during spinning.

Recommended load sizes are noted below:

COTTONS..................5.0kg

PERMANENT PRESS . . . . . . . . . 2.5 kg

DELICATES.................1.0kg

HANDWASH/WOOLLENS . . . . . . 1.5 kg

Rinse......................5.0kg

With curtains: Remove lead weights and strips and place in a laundry bag. Woollens and knitted garments should be turned inside out if recommended by the manufacturer.

To start a programme

1 Turn the programme selector

to Start / Finish

2 Press the “ON/OFF” button

3 Press any additional option

buttons desired

(See the “Delay start” section if this feature is desired.)

4 Select spin cycle speed

5 Turn the programme selector to the

desired programme

The programme selector can be turned to the left or the right.

4 Close the machine door

Make sure there are no clothes caught between the drum door and seal.

5 Add detergent

See section “Adding detergent” for details.

End of programme

After washing

1 Turn the programme selector

switch to “Start/Finish”

2 Press the “ON/OFF” button. 3 Press the “Door” button.

Do not attempt to 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.

4 Remove the wash.

5 Check the folds in the door seal

for any small articles such as buttons or nails which may be lodged there.

Make sure the drum is empty by manually turning it completely around or, during the next use, items may be damaged (e.g. shrink) or cause other laundry to discolor.

6 Close the drum door.

Changing the programme sequence

To cancel a programme:

Turn the programme selector to “Start/Finish”.

To omit a programme stage:

A programme stage must first be reached to be omitted:

To interrupt a programme:

Press the “ON/OFF” buttton.

To continue the programme, turn the machine back on.

To change an incorrectly selected programme:

Turn the programme selector switch to “Start/Finish”.

When only the “On” lamp is lit, a new programme can be selected.

To change a programme which has been “locked” using the Child Safety feature, see the “programmable functions” section.

Turn the programme selector to “Start/Finish”

As soon as the PROGRAMME SEQUENCE indicator lamp for the stage you wish starts flashing:

Turn the programme selector switch to the desired programme.

Adding detergent

Detergent should be added to compartment j at the beginning of each wash cycle.

Miele recommends the use of low-sudsing detergents, as their characteristics allow them to perform better in frontloading 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 Limited.

It is important to add the correct amount of detergent, because...

...too little detergent can result in:

– grey laundry – grease/stains not being removed – lime deposits on the heater elements

and drum.

...too much detergent can result in:

– excessive foam – low level of agitation

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.

– 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.

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– 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 compartments i and j followed by the softener, to ensure that both are properly dispensed.

Adding fabric softener or starch

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 indicate that the siphon is clogged or the dispenser drawer was opened during the last rinse cycle, thereby interrupting the distribution of fabric softener. In this case, the siphon tube should be cleaned as described on Page 21.

Starch

If starch is used for shirts, blouses, table cloths, napkins, etc., pour the liquid starch into compartment p (use the some procedure as for fabric softener).

Never mix fabric softener and starch together in compartment p. This can lead to a blockage in the washer’s overflow 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.

Using the “Starch” programme for dispensing liquid starch

– Prepare the starch solution in accor-

dance with the manufacturer’s instructions and pour it into compartment i.

– 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

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) diffently 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. sheet, towels, jeans, sweatshirts, tshirts underwear.

1) Water levels used: wash - low rinse - low

2) Rinse cycles used: Normal programme - four Rapid wash - two

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: 1600 rpm Normal run time: 1 h 48 min Rapid wash time: 1 h 06 min

Programmes

PERMANENT PRESS

For cotton blend fabrics, polyester blends and other synthetics such as acrylic, nylon and ramie.

1) Water levels used: wash - low rinse - high (to reduce wrinkling)

2) Rinse cycles used: Normal programme - three Rapid wash - two

X = additional options

Temperature guidelines: 30°C – dark fabrics which are a blend

or 100% synthetic fabrics.

40°C – 50°C – light coloured cotton or

synthetic items.

60°C – white polyester/cottons items.

max/load: 2.0 kg (4.5 lbs.) max/spin: 900 rpm Normal run time: 1 h 07 min Rapid wash time: 34 min

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