Operating instructions
for Washing machine
Allerwash W 2584
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.
WPS
G
M.-Nr. 06 107 300
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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 appliance
or machine
Electrical and electronic appliances /
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 appliance or machine. Please do
not therefore dispose of your old
machine or appliance with your
household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre and 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. The plug must be
rendered useless and the cable cut off
directly behind it to prevent misuse.
See the "Warning and Safety" section of
this booklet for further details.
To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the machine please read
these instructions carefully before
using it for the first time. They
contain important information on its
safety, use and maintenance.
Keep these operating instructions in
a safe place and ensure that new
users are familiar with the content.
Pass them on to any future owner of
the machine.
Correct usage
Only use the washing machine 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. The manufacturer is not liable for
damage resulting from improper use or
operation.
Technical safety
Before setting up the machine,
check it for any externally visible
damage. Do not install and use a
damaged machine.
Before connecting the 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.
when continuity is complete between
the machine and an effective earthing
system which complies with local and
national 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).
extension lead. Extension leads do not
guarantee the required safety of the
machine (e.g. danger of overheating).
Unauthorised repairs could result in
unforeseen dangers for the user, for
which the manufacturer cannot accept
liability. Repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele approved
technician.
Ensure current is not supplied to the
appliance until after maintenance or
repair work has been carried out.
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.
The electrical safety of this
machine can only be guaranteed
Do not connect the machine to the
mains electricity supply by an
The machine is built in accordance
with current safety requirements.
The machine is only completely
isolated from the electricity supply
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Warning and safety instructions
The Miele "Water protection
system" protects from water
damage provided the following
conditions have been met:
the machine is correctly plumbed in
–
and connected to the electricity
supply.
if a fault has been identified, the
–
machine must be examined by a
competent person before further use,
and repaired if necessary.
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.
If the connection cable is faulty it
must only be replaced by a Miele
approved service technician to protect
the user from danger.
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 machine guarantee.
Use
This equipment may only be used
in mobile installations such as
ships, caravans, aircraft etc. if a risk
assessment of the installation has been
carried out by a suitably qualified
engineer.
Do not install your washing
machine in rooms where
temperatures below freezing may
occur. Frozen hoses may burst under
pressure. The reliability of the electronic
control unit may be impaired at
temperatures below freezing point.
Before using the machine for the
first time, check that the transit
fitting at the rear of the machine has
been removed (see section on
"Installation"). During spinning, a transit
fitting 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.
Otherwise this will result in flooding.
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.
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Warning and safety instructions
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. If in
doubt, contact the Miele Customer Ser
vice Dept. or your Miele Dealer.
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 in this machine, as this may
result in damage to component parts
and create toxic fumes. Such
detergents also pose a fire and
explosion hazard.
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.
Always make sure the drum is
stationary before reaching in to
remove washing. Reaching into a
moving drum is extremely dangerous.
Safety with children
This machine is not a toy! To avoid
the risk of injury do not allow
children to play on or near it or to play
with the controls. Supervise its use by
the elderly or infirm, and supervise
children whilst you are operating the
machine.
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.
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.
Disposal of your old machine
Before discarding an old machine,
switch it off at the wall socket and
unplug it. Render the plug useless. Cut
off the cable directly behind the
appliance to prevent misuse. This
should be done by a competent
person.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by noncompliance with these Warning and
Safety instructions.
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Description of the machine
Your machine also has the following
special programmes in addition to the
standard Cottons and Minimum iron
programmes.
Special programmes
Hygiene +
–
This programme kills germs and
household dust mites. The holding
time at a temperature of 60°C in the
main wash is increased.
First wash
–
Use this programme to wash any
chemical residues out of new
garments.
– Pillows
This programme will remove dust
mites and dust mite faeces from
pillows.
– Silks
–
/
Hand-washable fabrics which crease
easily but do not contain wool can be
washed in the Silks / programme.
Woollens
Hand-washable or machine-
washable wool or wool blend fabrics
can be washed in the
programme. If the garment care label
does not specify a temperature,
wash using the cold setting.
/
Woollens
/
Delicates and Silks / programmes
In these programmes, the laundry is
washed and spun very gently to reduce
creasing and the amount of ironing
required, thus providing "easy care" for
your laundry.
Load size indicator
The washing machine is equipped with
a sensor which registers how much
laundry is in the drum. This is displayed
as a % figure.
Recommended detergent dose
indicator
In certain programmes, when a
minimum amount of laundry is loaded
into the drum, the washing machine will
indicate a recommended reduced
amount of detergent, as a % figure.
This is a % of the total amount
recommended by the detergent
manufacturer for a full load of laundry.
Rinse plus
If the
Rinse plus
fourth rinse is introduced in the
Hygiene +,Cottons Universal
Minimum iron
Your washing machine also has the
following programmable functions:
–
the water level can be increased in
the
Hygiene +,Cottons Universal
and the
option is selected, a
programmes.
Minimum iron
and
programmes.
–
an additional rinse can be introduced
in the
Hygiene +
Universal
programmes.
and
Cottons
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Description of the machine
Delay start h/min
Delay start allows you to delay the start
of a programme from 30 minutes up to
a maximum of 24 hours.
Time left display
After the start of a programme, the
duration of the programme selected will
be shown in the display counting down
in hours and minutes and finally in
minutes. At some points during the
wash, the time shown can change. This
is normal.
Locking functions (programme
locking, system lock)
Electronic programme locking
Electronic programme locking prevents
the door from being opened or the
programme cancelled during a wash
programme. The electronic programme
locking is automatically cancelled at the
end of the programme.
Future updates (PC)
The indicator or check light marked PC
is the interface used by Miele service
technicians during servicing work for
testing purposes and for updating the
machine's programme data.
Electronic system lock
The system lock prevents anyone from
using the washing machine without
your knowledge. When the system lock
is activated :
–
the door cannot be opened with the
door button
–
a programme cannot be started.
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Control panel
Description of the machine
a Multi-function display
See the following page for more
information
b Start button
Starts the wash programme
c Delay start button
For delaying the start of a
programme
d Additional option buttons
Indicator light on = option selected
Indicator light off =
option not selected
e Spin button
For selecting the final spin speed,
Rinse hold or Without spin
f Indicator lights
For spin speed, Rinse hold or
Without spin
g Programme selector
For selecting the wash programme
and temperature for that programme.
The programme selector can be
turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.
h Programme sequence indictor
lights
Show which section of the wash
programme has been reached.
i Check lights
j I-On/0-Off button
For switching the machine on or off
or interrupting a programme
k Door button
Opens the machine door
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Description of the machine
Multi-function display
a Display
b Display indicator lights
c This button has the following two
functions:
– changes the display from
Detergent %
– sets the load sensors to zero
To enable you to wash environmentally
and economically:
and
Time left h/min
Load %
the duration of the programme
–
depending on the programme and
the amount of the load (Time left h/
min).
Please note that
on the programme selected and
applies to dry laundry only.
Important:
Loads of less than 25% will not
register in the display. However, the
dispensing recommendation will
show the minimum value of 40%.
Please note that in the following
programme the display will only show
the time left:
– Drain /spin
The display will also show:
,
– Delay start
–
The programmable functions
(when in programming mode)
Load %
depends
–
the washing machine calculates the
amount of laundry loaded. This is
displayed as a % figure:
25/50/75/100%.
–
the amount of detergent required is
then displayed as a % figure: 40/50/60/75/100%.
In other words dispense this % of the
total amount of detergent
recommended by the manufacturer
for a full load of laundry. The water
hardness level and type of soiling
also need to be considered when
deciding how much detergent to use.
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Description of the machine
Important control panel
features
Programme selector
The programme selector is used to set
the basic wash programme and the
temperature for that programme.
The light ring will go out a few minutes
after the end of the programme to save
energy.
Additional option buttons
Additional options can be added to the
basic programme.
Pressing the relevant button selects or
de-selects the particular option. The
indicator light will come on to show that
the additional option has been
selected.
If an additional option is chosen, which
is incompatible with the basic
programme, it cannot be selected.
"Spin" button with indicator lights
The maximum spin speed which can be
selected depends on the basic
programme chosen.
Maximum
spin
speed
1600 Hygiene +, Cottons Universal,
1200 Woollens, First wash, Pillows
900 Minimum iron
600 Delicates
400 Silks
Basic programme
Quick wash, Drain/spin
Selecting the spin speed
Press the "Spin" button to select a
different spin speed. N.B.: you cannot
select a spin speed higher than the
maximum allowed for the basic wash
programme chosen.
The indicator lights show the speed
selected.
You can also omit the spin.
Press the "Spin" button to reach:
^
Rinse hold
–
The laundry is not spun and remains
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 continue the
programme, select a spin speed.
When the programme is finished the
Anti-crease/Finish
light will come on.
Turn the programme selector to the
Finish
position and press the
Door
button to open the door and remove
the laundry.
–
Without spin
The laundry is not spun after the final
rinse. After the water has been
drained away the machine goes
straight into the anti-crease stage.
Spinning between the rinses is also
omitted in this setting (rinse and
interim spin).
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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.
Before using for the first time
The washing machine has a sensor
which measures the amount of laundry
in the drum. This determines the
amount of detergent required. To allow
the load size indicator to function
correctly, you must first run a wash
programme without any laundry
without detergent
A Open the stopcock.
.
and
Calibrating the load sensor to zero
F Press the
drum door.
G Turn the empty drum round once by
hand.
H Turn the programme selector to the
Hygiene + 95°C
The
on.
Door
Load %
button and open the
position.
indicator light will come
B Press the
C Turn the programme selector to the
Cottons Uni. 40°C
D Press the
E At the end of the wash programme:
Turn the programme selector to
Finish
The load sensor must then be
calibrated to zero as you would with
bathroom scales.
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I-On/0-Off
Start
.
button in.
position.
button.
I Press and hold the button above the
Start
button until an audible tone
sounds. The sensor has now been
calibrated to zero.
The accuracy of the calibration
device will improve over the first few
programmes. At first it will drop a
little. For this reason, please recalibrate the sensor to zero after
each of the first few wash cycles.
If the sensor is not calibrated to zero
then the values displayed by the
washing machine will be incorrect.
The machine is now ready for use.
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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
–
small loads.
If smaller loads are washed using the
–
Hygiene +
programmes, 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.
– Instead of using the
programme, use
Quick wash
and the
Universal 60°C
Intensive
give an energy saving of between
35% and 45%. The programme
duration will be longer. This
combination is sufficient for most
levels of soiling. For stubborn or old
stains, use the
additional option. This will
programme for
Cottons Universal
Hygiene + 95°C
Cottons
and select the
Soak
option.
Detergent
Do not exceed the amounts of
–
detergent recommended by the
manufacturer on the packaging.
Reduce the amount of detergent with
–
smaller loads (as indicated in the
display).
Additional options (Soak, Pre-wash,
Intensive)
Select:
a wash programme without any
additional options for light to normal
soiling where there are no obvious
marks.
a wash programme together with the
Intensive
soiled laundry with visible staining.
– Use the additional option
instead of
followed immediately by a main wash
the same suds are used.
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.
option for normal to heavily
Soak
Pre-wash
. If Soak is
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Tips for allergy sufferers
Fabrics
Wash fabrics which will be worn
–
directly against the skin, e.g.
underwear, baby clothes, socks etc.,
at a temperature of at least 60°C or
the maximum temperature indicated
on the garment care label.
Germs and household dust mites are
killed at a temperature of 60°C.
The
Hygiene+
longer temperature holding time in
the main wash.
When buying garments, check that
–
they can be washed at a temperature
of 60°C.
– Wash new garments before wearing
them for the first time.
The
First wash
remove any chemical residues from
new garments.
Textiles which tend to run should be
washed separately. You may wish to
wash them several times before
wearing them for the first time.
–
Pillows
Use the
remove household dust mites from
pillows.
–
Pillow and mattress covers should be
washed regularly, at least every 3
months.
programmes have a
programme will
Pillows
programme to
Detergent
Use detergents without added
–
fragrance.
We recommend using detergents
–
which have been specially designed
for those with sensitive skins or
allergies.
Detergent components will vary
–
depending on the manufacturer so it
may be a good idea to try out several
makes of detergent to find the one
which suits you best.
Number of rinses
– The wash programmes are designed
to rinse garments very effectively.
– Pressing the
introduces a fourth rinse in the
Rinse plus
Hygiene +,Cottons Universal
Minimum iron
– You can also programme the
washing machine (using the
programmable functions) so that a
fourth rinse is introduced in the
Hygiene +
programmes as standard.
If a fourth rinse has been
programmed into the washing
machine, then pressing the
plus
additional option button will
introduce a fifth rinse.
programmes.
and
Cottons Universal
button,
and
Rinse
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How to wash correctly
Brief instructions
Please note:
To help familiarise yourself with how to
use your washing machine please read
the sections "Before washing",
"Selecting a programme" and "At the
end of a programme" in detail.
A Sort the laundry into colours and
fabric types
Selecting a programme:
B Switch on the washing machine
C Open the drum door
D Select a programme
E Load the drum
F Close the drum door
G Add detergent
H Select any additional option required
I Select a spin speed
See the "Programme chart" in the next
section for detailed information on
which programmes to use for different
fabrics.
J Select delay start if required
K Press the
At the end of a programme:
L Open the drum door
M Remove the laundry
N Switch off the washing machine
O Turn the programme selector to the
Finish
P Close the drum door
Start
position.
button
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How to wash correctly
Programme chart
Hygiene + 95°C 9
FabricCottons and linen fabrics
Additional optionsSoak, Pre-wash, Intensive, Rinse plus
Notes
DetergentPowder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid
Max. load5 kg
Hygiene + 8
FabricCottons and linen fabrics, which will be in direct contact with
Additional optionsSoak, Pre-wash, Intensive, Rinse plus
Notes– There is a longer temperature holding time in the main wash.
DetergentPowder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid
Max. load5 kg
Cottons Universal (Cottons Uni.) 876
FabricCottons or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. T-shirts, jeans, trousers,
Additional optionsSoak, Pre-wash, Intensive, Rinse plus
Notes
DetergentPowder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid
Max. load5 kg
Note for test institutes:
For testing in accordance with EN 60456 you must use the
Only use for heavily soiled laundry.
–
detergent, tablet detergent and liquid tab detergent. See
also "Detergent" section.
the skin, e.g. underwear, nappies, towelling, bed linen,
pillow and mattress covers.
– For heavy soiling or where staining is visible, use the
Intensive
detergent, tablet detergent and liquid tab detergent. See
also "Detergent" section.
table linen.
–
For heavy soiling or where staining is visible, use the
Intensive
–
For laundry with large amounts of dirt (e.g. dust, sand)
use the
–
For dark coloured fabrics use a detergent for coloured
fabrics, or liquid detergent.
detergent, tablet detergent and liquid tab detergent. See
also "Detergent" section.
additional option.
additional option.
Pre-wash
additional option.
Intensive
option.
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How to wash correctly
Minimum iron 8764321
FabricFor garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres and for
easy care cotton shirts and blouses.
Additional optionsSoak, Pre-wash, Intensive, Rinse plus
NotesFor heavy soiling or where staining is visible, use the
Intensive
DetergentPowder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid
detergent, detergent for delicates, tablet detergent and
liquid tab detergent. See also "Detergent" section.
Max. load2.5 kg
Note for test institutes:
For testing in accordance with EN 60456 you must use the
Delicates ac
FabricFor delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres
and easy care cotton shirts and blouses.
Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-
washable by the manufacturer.
Additional optionsSoak, Pre-wash, Intensive
Notes– For heavy soiling or where staining is visible, use the
Intensive
– Laundry remains relatively crease-free for easier ironing.
–
Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with
Pre-wash
–
For curtains which crease easily, reduce the spin speed
or select Without spin.
DetergentLiquid detergent for delicates. See also "Detergent" section.
Max. load1 kg
additional option.
additional option.
advisable.
Intensive
option.
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How to wash correctly
Silks /
FabricHand-washable fabrics with no wool content, e.g. satin, lace
and silk.
Notes
DetergentLiquid detergent for delicates.
Max. load1 kg
Woollens /
Fabric typeMachine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend
DetergentLiquid detergent for machine-washable woollens. See also
Max. load2 kg
Quick wash 7
FabricVery lightly soiled fabrics, which can be washed in a
DetergentPowder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid
Max. load2.5 kg
First wash 16
FabricUse this programme to wash any chemical residues out of
DetergentPowder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid
Max. load3 kg
Pillows 54
FabricWashable pillows with feather, down or synthetic fillings.
Notes
DetergentLiquid detergent
Max. load2 pillows (40 x 80 cm) or 1 pillow (80 x 80 cm)
Drain/Spin
Notes
Max. load5 kg
Laundry remains relatively crease-free for easier ironing.
–
Place socks, tights, bras etc. in a washing bag.
–
fabrics.
"Detergent" section.
Cottons Universal programme.
detergent. See also "Detergent" section.
new garments.
detergent for delicates. See also "Detergent" section.
–
Please observe the instructions on the wash care label.
–
Drain only: Select
Without spin
. Do not use for woollens.
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/Hand wash (If no temperature
is specified use the lowest
temperature or cold)
hDo not wash
apf Dry clean
DDo not dry clean
ySuitable for chlorine
bleaching
zDo not use chlorine bleach
Tumble dry
qAt normal temperature
rAt low temperature
sDo not tumble dry
Ironing
IHot iron
HMedium hot iron
GCool iron
JDo not iron
Garment care label symbols
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Garment care label symbols
Before washing
A Sort the laundry
^ Empty all pockets.
Do not use solvent-based
,
cleaning agents in this machine.
Sort the laundry by colour and by
^
care label symbol. 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 washed
together with other garments. Always
wash whites and coloureds separately.
Delicate textiles should be washed
separately in a delicates programme
(use a washing bag where
appropriate).
Foreign objects (e.g. nails,
,
coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause
damage to garments and
components in the machine.
^ Badly soiled areas, e.g. collars and
cuffs, and water soluble stains can
be pre-treated with bar soap, liquid
detergent or detergent mixed into a
solution or paste.
With particularly stubborn stains ask
your dry cleaner for advice.
– Curtains:
Remove lead weights and strips 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 to prevent
smaller items rolling 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)
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Garment care label symbols
Programme selection
To add detergent with the help of the
dispensing recommendation feature,
follow steps 2, 3 and 4 below before
loading the drum.
B Switch on the washing machine
Press in the
^
C Open the drum door
Press the
^
drum door.
The washing machine is switched on. If
the programme selector is at
light ring around the programme
selector will flash to remind you to
select the programme required.
D Select a programme
^ Turn the programme selector to the
required programme.
The
Load %
As the drum is empty, the display will
not yet show any number.
If a number is showing in the display
and the drum is empty, rotate the
drum once. If the display still shows
a number after rotating the drum
once, press the button above the
Start
button until an audible tone
sounds.
I-On/0-Off button.
Door
button and open the
Finish
, the
indicator light will come on.
E Load the laundry
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 display shows the amount of
laundry loaded in the drum as a % (in
25% steps) of the maximum load
permissible for the programme
selected.
Loads of less than 25% will not
–
register in the display.
– If the amount of laundry exceeds the
maximum load (100%), the value
shown in the display will flash to
indicate overloading. (Except with
Hygiene +
programmes).
Overloading causes creases and
reduces cleaning efficiency.
F Close the drum door with a firm
swing.
Make sure that no garments are caught
between the drum door and seal.
The
Detergent %
on and the amount of detergent
required for the programme selected is
shown in the display.
and
Cottons Universal
indicator light comes
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G Add detergent.
The percentage amounts in the display
help you to add the correct percentage
amount of detergent recommended by
the detergent manufacturer.
If the display shows:
40 Add 40 percent ...
(slightly less than half)
50 Add 50 percent ...
(half)
60 Add 60 percent ...
(slightly more than half)
75 Add 75 percent ...
(three quarters)
100 Add 100 percent ...
. . . of the amount recommended by
the manufacturer.
Take the level of soiling and also the
water hardness into account. It is
important to dispense the correct
amount because . . .
. . . too much detergent results in:
–
Excessive foam, which causes a low
level of agitation and poor wash,
rinse and spin results.
Pull out the detergent drawer and
^
add detergent to the compartments
as follows:
i = Detergent for pre-wash
(if selecting a pre-wash add
of the total amount recommended) This compartment is
also used for starch formula-
tions when starching separately.
j = Detergent for the main wash
including Soak.
§= Fabric conditioner or liquid
starch.
See "Detergent" section for further
information.
1
/
4
–
High water consumption (an
additional rinse cycle will
automatically switch in).
–
A burden to the environment.
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Additional options
H Select additional option(s)
^ Press the appropriate additional
option button.
Soak
For heavily soiled and stained items
with protein stains (e.g. blood, fats
and oils, cocoa).
Duration of soak: A length of time of
between 30 minutes and 6 hours can
be chosen, in 30 minute increments.
Deleting the soak time
Soak
Press the
^
until the indicator light goes out.
Pre-wash
For heavily soiled and stained items.
Intensive
For normal to heavy soiling or where
staining is visible.
The duration of the main wash is
increased.
Rinse plus
Rinses the laundry very thoroughly.
A fourth rinse is introduced in the
Hygiene +,Cottons Universal
Minimum iron
button repeatedly
and
programmes.
–
When the "Soak" button is pressed
for the first time, the indicator in the
display switches from
Time left h/min
minutes of the soak time are added
to the programme time.
–
Each further press of the button
increases the soak time by 30
minutes up to a maximum of 6 hours.
The display shows the time left,
which is the soak time and the
programme time added together.
and the first 30
Detergent %
to
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I Select a spin speed
Press the "Spin" button repeatedly
^
until the indicator light for the spin
speed you want comes on.
In some programmes the maximum
spin speed is limited. The machine will
not allow a higher spin speed to be
selected.
Delay start
J Select delay start if required.
^ Press the
press on the button increases the
delayed time:
– by 30 minutes up to 10 hours,
– by 1 hour from 10 hours upwards.
To delete delay start
^ Press the
when 24^ is showing in the display.
Delay start
Delay start
button. Each
button once
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K Press the Start button
This starts the programme. The
programme duration will appear in the
display and the
light will come on.
Time left h/min
indicator
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At the end of a programme
When the
light comes on the laundry can be
removed from the drum. (This light
stays on at the end of the programme
and remains on until the selector is
turned back to the Finish position).
L Open the drum door
Press the
^
M Remove the laundry
Anti-crease/Finish
Door
button.
indicator
Garment care label symbols
Check that all the items have been
removed. Items left in the drum
could discolour other items in the
next wash or become discoloured
themselves.
N Switch off the washing machine
Press the
^
the programme selector to
The
go out.
I-On/0-Off
button and turn
Anti-crease/Finish
Finish
.
light will then
Only remove laundry from the
,
machine once the drum has
stopped turning. Reaching into a
moving drum is extremely
dangerous and could result in injury.
^
Check the folds in the door seal for
any small articles, e.g. buttons which
might be lodged there.
O 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.
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Adding or removing laundry
after a programme has started
Laundry can be added or removed
after the programme has started when
using the following programmes:
Hygiene +
–
Cottons Universal
–
Minimum iron
–
First wash
–
Quick wash
–
Press the
^
drum door springs open.
^ Add or remove items.
^ Close the door.
The programme will continue
automatically.
Please note:
Once a programme has started the
machine cannot recognise any
adjustment to the load.
Door
button in until the
The door cannot be opened, if:
the suds temperature is above 55°C.
–
the water is above a certain level.
–
programme locking is switched on.
–
the programme has reached the
–
Final spin
The
Locked
the Door button is pressed when the
above conditions are present.
stage.
check light will come on if
For this reason, if laundry is added or
removed after the start of a programme,
the machine will always complete the
programme cycle for a full load.
This can alter the programme time left
shown in the display.
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Interrupting a programme
Switch the washing machine off with
^
I-On/0-Off
the
To continue with the same programme:
Switch the machine on with the
^
I-On/0-Off
button.
button.
Altering a programme once
selected
The machine will accept the following
changes after a programme has
started:
– at any time after the start
speed can be changed within the
limits for the programme.
– up to 6 minutes after the start
additional options
plus
can be selected or de-selected
and a different temperature can be
selected for the programme in use.
After the start of a programme it is no
longer possible to select a different
programme.
If the programme selector is moved, the
Anti-crease/Finish
start flashing. However, the programme
sequence remains unaffected. The
indicator light will go out again when
the programme selector is moved back
to the programme previously chosen.
indicator light will
, the spin
, the
Intensive,Rinse
Skipping a programme stage
Turn the programme selector to
^
Finish
.
As soon as the programme sequence
indicator light for the programme stage
you want the programme to continue at,
starts flashing:
Turn the programme selector back
^
again to the appropriate programme
within 4 seconds
Programmes cannot be altered and
programme stages cannot be
skipped if programme locking has
been activated.
.
Selecting a different
programme
^ Switch the machine off with the
I-On/0-Off
^ Turn the programme selector to
Finish
^
Switch the machine back on with the
I-On/0-Off
^
Select a different programme.
^
Press the
.
button.
button.
Start
button.
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Programme sequence
This washing machine has fully
electronic controls with automatic load
recognition. It takes in the right amount
of water required for the programme
depending on the amount of laundry
and its absorbency rate. This means
that programme cycles and durations
can vary.
The programme sequences outlined
below are based on the basic
programme with a full load. Additional
options which can be selected have not
been taken into account.
The programme sequence display
shows the stage the programme has
reached.
Hygiene +, Cottons Universal
Main wash
Water level: low
Wash rhythm: normal
Rinsing
Water level: medium
No of rinses: 3
Spinning
Rinse and interim spin1): yes
Final spin: yes
Minimum iron
Main wash
Water level: low
Wash rhythm: normal
Rinsing
Water level: high
No of rinses: 3
Spinning
Rinse and interim spin1): yes
Final spin: yes
Delicates
Main wash
Water level: high
Wash rhythm: Gentle action
Rinsing
Water level: high
No of rinses: 3
Spinning
Rinse and interim spin: no
Final spin: yes
Silks /
Main wash
Water level: medium
Wash rhythm: Silks
Rinsing
Water level: medium
No of rinses: 2
Spinning
Rinse and interim spin: no
Final spin: yes
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Woollens /
Main wash
Water level: medium
Wash rhythm: Woollens
Rinsing
Water level: medium
No of rinses: 2
Spinning
Rinse and interim spin1): yes
Final spin: yes
First wash
Main wash
Water level: medium
Wash rhythm: normal
Rinsing
Water level: medium
No of rinses: 2
Spinning
Rinse and interim spin1): yes
Final spin: yes
Pillows
Main wash
2)
Water level: high
Wash rhythm: normal
Rinsing
Water level: high
No of rinses: 3
Spinning
Rinse and interim spin: no
Final spin: yes
Special features in the programme
sequences:
Anti-crease:
At the end of every programme, with
the exception of
Woollens
, the drum
continues to turn at intervals for up to
30 minutes to help prevent creasing.
The door can be opened and laundry
removed at any time during the anticrease phase.
1)
Rinse and interim spin:
Quick wash
Main wash
Water level: low
Wash rhythm: normal
Rinsing
Water level: medium
No of rinses: 2
Spinning
Rinse and interim spin1): yes
Final spin: yes
There is a spin between the rinses.
2)
Saturation
Before the wash process begins, water
is taken into the drum in order to
saturate the pillows. The water intake
ceases when the machine begins the
run-up to spinning which causes the air
to be evacuated from the pillows.
Subsequent water intake for the main
wash is through the j compartment.
Omitting rinse and interim spin:
Select Without spin.
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Detergent
All modern detergents produced for
automatic washing machines are
suitable, including liquid, compact
(concentrated), tablets, liquid tablets
and special application detergents.
Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these
are supplied with the detergent. Tablets
are suitable for full loads but note that it
may be impractical to reduce tablets for
smaller loads. Some tablets do not
dissolve as rapidly as others and may
not be suitable for Quick wash
programmes.
Silks, woollens and knitwear containing
wool mixtures and hand-washable
garments should be washed using a
liquid detergent specifically designed
for washing woollens. Do not use
biological detergents on silk as the
enzymes may damage the silk!
Instructions for use and recommended
amounts for a full load are given on the
detergent packaging.
Liquid detergent should be dispensed
using a ball provided by the
manufacturer for programmes without a
pre-wash.
For programmes with a pre-wash you
will need to purchase a special
container from the Miele Spare Parts
department which sits in the main wash
compartment j of the detergent
dispenser drawer. Add liquid detergent
to this container for the main wash and
to compartment i for the pre-wash.
The right amount to dispense will
depend on the following:
The quantity of laundry (follow the
–
machine’s dispensing
recommendation and reduce the
amount of detergent with smaller
loads as indicated on the display)
The soiling level of the laundry.
–
Lightly soiled
Possibly slight body odour.
Normally soiled
just a few slight stains.
Heavily soiled
clearly visible.
– The water hardness level. Check with
your local water supplier if you do not
know the water hardness level in
your area.
No visible dirt or stains.
Visibly dirty and/or
Stains and soiling
Water softeners
A water softener can be used to cut
down on the use of detergents in
extremely hard water areas. Dispense
according to the amount specified on
the packaging. First add detergent and
then the water softener. Use a quantity
of detergent as for soft water. Miele do
not recommend connecting the
machine to a household water softener.
Washing with several
components
If you wash using several components
(e.g. special application detergents),
dispense them into compartment j in
the following order:
1. Detergent
2. Water softener
3. Stain remover
This way the agents are distributed
more efficiently.
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Detergent
Fabric conditioners and liquid
starch
Fabric conditioners make garments soft
to handle and help prevent static cling
when tumble drying.
Liquid starch stiffens and gives body to
items of laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths
and bed linen. N.B. Do not use liquid
starch for allergy sufferers.
Dispense according to the amount
^
specified on the packaging.
Automatic dispensing of fabric
conditioner or liquid starch at the
end of a programme
If liquid starch is used, it is extremely
important to ensure that any liquid
starch residues are removed from the
machine before it is used to wash items
for allergy sufferers.
After using liquid starch:
1. Clean the dispenser compartment,
siphon tube and conditioning
channel. See "Cleaning the detergent
dispenser drawer".
2. Run a
Hygiene + 60°C
with powder detergent but without a
load to flush out the machine.
programme
^
Add the fabric conditioner or liquid
starch to compartment §. Do not
exceed the maximum level mark.
It will be automatically dispensed in the
last rinse. At the end of the programme
a small amount of water remains in the
fabric conditioner compartment §.
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Locking functions
Electronic programme locking
Programme locking prevents the
machine from being opened or the
programme cancelled during a wash
programme.
To activate programme locking
After the start of a programme, press
^
the
Start
button for at least 4 seconds
until the
right on the control panel) comes on.
Programme locking is now activated.
The machine will now not accept any
changes and the programme will
proceed through to the end.
Programme locking is deactivated
automatically at the end of the
programme.
Locked
check light (lower
To deactivate programme locking
Now press the
^
4 seconds until the
light (lower right on the control panel)
goes out
Exception:
If the programme selector has been
moved and the
indicator light is flashing in the
sequence display.
First, turn the programme selector
^
back to the programme chosen
previously. The
indicator light will go out.
^ Now press the
4 seconds until the
light (lower right on the control panel)
goes out.
Start
button for at least
Locked
check
Anti-crease/Finish
Anti-crease/Finish
Start
button for at least
Locked
check
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Locking functions
Electronic system lock
The system lock prevents your
machine being used without your
knowledge.
When the system lock has been
activated:
the drum door cannot be opened
–
with the
a programme cannot be started.
–
To activate the system lock
Before you begin, first ensure that:
– The drum door is closed
– The programme selector is at
A Switch the machine on with the
I-On/0-Off
B Press the
it pressed in while carrying out steps
C to E.
Door
button and
button.
Pre-wash
Finish
button and keep
E Next slowly turn the programme
selector anti-clockwise
stage to
The
on the control panel) will flash.
F Then release the
G Turn the programme selector to the
Finish
H Switch the washing machine off with
the
To deactivate the system lock
Repeat steps A to F. The
check light will go out.
.
Delicates cold
Locked
position.
I-On/0-Off
check light (lower right
button.
stage by
.
Pre-wash
Locked
button.
C Slowly turn the programme selector
clockwise
Universal 60°C
D Now slowly turn the programme
selector anti-clockwise
stage to
stage by stage to
.
Finish
.
Cottons
stage by
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Cleaning and care
Disconnect the machine from the
,
mains electricity supply and
withdraw the plug from the socket
prior to cleaning the machine.
Clean the casing with a mild non-
^
abrasive detergent or soap and
water. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Clean the fascia panel with a damp
^
cloth and wipe dry with a soft cloth.
The drum can be cleaned using a
^
suitable proprietary stainless-steel
cleaning agent following the
manufacturer's instructions on the
packaging.
Do not use solvents, abrasive
,
cleaners, glass cleaners or allpurpose cleaning agents. These
might damage plastic surfaces and
other components because of the
chemicals they contain.
The washing machine must not be
hosed down.
Extra cleaning
Carry out a hot wash (70°C or above)
with powder detergent approx. every 6
weeks to help prevent deposits building
up in the machine. These can occur
when washing is mainly done at low
temperatures, and also lead to
unpleasant smells. If you have no
reason to wash occasionally at this high
temperature, then run a Cottons 95°C
programme with detergent but no
laundry at regular intervals.
E-Cloth
A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from
the Miele UK Spare Parts Department,
which is suitable for cleaning surfaces
such as stainless steel, glass, plastic
and chrome without the use of
chemicals. It can be washed 300 times.
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Cleaning the detergent dispenser
drawer
Remove detergent residues regularly.
^ Pull out the detergent dispenser
drawer until a resistance is felt. Press
down the release catch and at the
same time pull the drawer right out of
the machine.
^ Clean the detergent drawer with
warm water.
Cleaning and care
Clean the siphon.
^
1. Remove the siphon from
compartment §. Wash under
running warm water. Clean the
siphon tube in the same way.
2. Replace the siphon.
Over time, detergent residue can build
up in the water jets in the top of the
detergent drawer housing.
^
Before replacing the detergent
drawer, use a bottle brush or similar
to clean them out.
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Cleaning and care
Cleaning the filter in the water
inlet
The washing machine has a filter to
protect the water inlet valve.
The accessible filter in the union in the
open end of the inlet hose should be
checked every six months, or more
often if there are frequent interruptions
to the external water supply.
First turn off the stopcock.
^
Unscrew the threaded union
^
connecting the free end of the inlet
hose to the stopcock.
^ Remove the rubber seal 1 from the
recess.
^ Using pointed pliers, take hold of the
plastic filter bar 2 and remove.
^ Clean the plastic filter.
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^
Put the filter and seal back in the
reverse order and reconnect the
hose.
Turn on the stopcock and check the
connection is watertight. If water drips
out, tighten the connection.
Never forget to put the filter back in
place after cleaning.
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Problem solving guide
With the help of the following notes minor faults in the performance of the
appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right
without contacting the Service Department.
Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a
,
suitably qualified person in accordance with local and national safety
regulations. Unauthorised repairs could be dangerous.
The programme does not start.
ProblemPossible causeRemedy
The Anti-crease/Finish
indicator light is not on, or
the Start indicator light is
not flashing.
The Locked check light is
flashing.
There is no power.Check that
the mains plug is plugged
–
in.
– the fuse or circuit breaker
has not tripped.
The system lock
has been activated.
Deactivate the system lock.
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Problem solving guide
The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes
on.
ProblemPossible causeRemedy A
The buzzer sounds and
the Check drain light
flashes. "– – –" appears
in the display.
The buzzer sounds and
the Check inlet light
flashes. "– – –" appears
in the display.
The buzzer sounds and
the Check inlet and
Check drain lights are
flashing. "– – –" appears
in the display.
The buzzer sounds and
the Soak/Pre-wash or
Rinses indicator light is
flashing. "– – –" appears
in the display.
The drain outlet is
blocked.
The drain hose has
been fixed too high.
The water inlet is
blocked.
The water protection
system has reacted.
There is a fault.Start the programme again.
Clean the drain filter and the
drain pump as described in
"Problem solving guide Opening the drum door in the
event of a blocked drain outlet
and/or power failure".
The maximum drain height is
1 m.
Open the stopcock.
Call the Service Department.
If the fault indicator occurs
again, contact the Service
Department.
A To switch off the fault indicator: switch the washing machine off with the
I-On/0-Off
40
button and turn the programme selector to
Finish
.
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A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme
continues as normal.
ProblemPossible causeRemedy A
The Check drain light
flashes.
The Check inlet light
flashes.
The Excess detergent
check light comes on.
The Main wash
indicator light is
flashing.
The Anti-crease/Finish
indicator light is
flashing.
The drain outlet is
restricted.
The water inlet is
restricted.
The filter in the
water inlet hose is
dirty.
Excessive foam
has built up
during washing.
There is a fault.Start the programme again.
The position of the programme selector was altered
after the start of the programme. Turn the programme
selector back to the programme previously chosen.
Clean the drain filter and the drain
pump as described in "Problem
solving guide - Opening the drum
door in the event of a blocked
drain outlet and/or power failure".
Check whether
the stopcock is opened wide
–
enough.
– the inlet hose is kinked.
Clean the filter.
Use less detergent next time and
follow the manufacturer’s
instructions on dosage given on
the packaging.
If the fault indicator occurs again,
contact the Service Department.
A To switch off the fault indicator: switch the washing machine off with the
I-On/0-Off
button and turn the programme selector to
Finish
.
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Problem solving guide
Problems with the load size indicator and the dispensing
recommendation
ProblemPossible causeRemedy
There is no load
size in the display
A load size is
indicated in the
display but there is
no laundry present
in the drum.
No load size is
indicated in the
display for the
Delicates, Silks and
the Woollens
programmes.
The washing machine is not
switched on and / or a
programme has not been
selected.
The amount of laundry in the
drum is less than 25% of the
maximum load for the
programme selected.
When the washing machine
was switched on there was
already laundry in the drum.
This has decalibrated the
sensor from the zero position.
The load size sensor has been
decalibrated from the zero
position.
The maximum load is 1 kg for
the
Delicates
programmes and 2kg for the
Woollens
some cases the load size
sensor fails to register these
small quantities. (The
dispensing recommendation
will still show the minimum
value of 40%).
and
Silks
programmes. In
Switch the washing
machine on. Select a
programme and load the
drum.
The display will come on
when 25% has been
loaded.
Remove the laundry from
the drum and press the
button above the
button until an audible
tone sounds. The sensor
is now recalibrated to
zero.
Rotate the drum once. If
the display does not go
out, recalibrate the
sensor to zero (see
above section).
Rotate the drum once.
Start
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Problem solving guide
General problems or an unsatisfactory wash result.
ProblemPossible causeRemedy
The machine shakes
during the spin
cycle.
The laundry is not
spun satisfactorily.
The pump makes
strange noises.
The programme
selector light ring
does not come on.
Large amount of
detergent residues
remain in the
detergent dispenser
drawer.
Fabric conditioner
is not completely
dispensed or too
much water remains
in the §
compartment.
When laundry is dry
it feels hard to the
touch.
The machine feet are not
resting evenly on the
floor.
The spin speed selected
was too low.
These do not indicate a fault. They occur at the end of a
pump sequence as a normal part of the operation.
The machine has switched off the light ring to save
energy. To switch the light ring back on again: press one
of the additional option buttons or turn the programme
selector.
The water pressure is too
low.
Powder detergent used in
conjunction with water
softeners tends to
become sticky.
The siphon tube is either
incorrectly positioned or
clogged.
Too vigorous wash
action.
Not enough detergent
used.
No fabric conditioner
used.
Level the machine (see
"Installation").
Select a higher spin speed
next time.
– Clean the filter in the water
inlet.
In future add washing powder
into the dispenser drawer first,
and then add the water
softener.
Clean the siphon, see
“Cleaning and care - Cleaning
the detergent dispenser
drawer”.
Programme in gentle action
and more water.
Increase detergent dose to
prevent limescale build up in
laundry.
Use fabric conditioner in last
rinse.
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ProblemPossible causeRemedy
Liquid detergent
does not give
the required
result.
Grey, greasy
particles cling
to washed
laundry.
A stale smell is
in the drum and
on laundry.
White residues
which look like
powder
detergent are
seen on dark
textiles after
washing.
Machine is
constantly over
foaming/excess
detergent light
is on.
Clothes are
coming out
creased.
Liquid detergents
usually contain no
bleaching agents.
They do not remove
fruit, coffee and tea
stains.
Insufficient amounts of
detergent have been
used to break down the
particles of grease in
heavily soiled laundry.
Low temperature
washing.
The detergent
contained compounds
(zeolites) to aid water
softening which are not
soluble in water. They
have ended up on the
laundry.
Machine connected to
-
a water softener.
Too much detergent
was used.
Too little detergent was
used.
Programme was
overloaded.
The wrong programme
was used.
Use a general purpose detergent
–
containing a bleaching agent.
Pour stain removers into
–
compartment j of the dispenser
drawer and liquid detergent into a
dispenser ball.
Never put stain removers and
–
liquid detergent together in the
dispenser drawer.
Use more detergent.
–
Before washing the next load run
–
Hygiene + 95°C
a
with powder detergent but without
a load.
Before washing the next load run a
Hygiene + 95°C
powder detergent but without a load.
– Try and brush off the residues with
a soft brush once the laundry is
dry.
– Use a liquid detergent to wash
dark coloured textiles. Liquid detergents usually contain no
zeolites.
Connect machine to mains water
and dose detergent for hard water.
Reduce detergent.
Increase detergent slightly to bring
back foam suppressant ingredients.
Reduce quantity of clothes in drum.
–
Check care labels and the
programme chart.
–
Use easy iron conditioners.
programme
programme with
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Problem solving guide
The drum door does not open when you press the Door button.
Possible causeRemedy
The machine is not
connected to the
electricity supply.
The washing machine is
not switched on.
The electronic
programme lock has been
activated.
The electronic system
lock has been activated.
Power cut.Open the drum door as described in the section
The door was not
correctly engaged.
There is still water in the
drum and the machine is
unable to drain.
For safety reasons the drum door cannot be opened if the suds temperature is
higher than 55°C.
Put the plug in the socket and switch on.
Switch the machine on with the
This is automatically deactivated at the end of a
programme. To deactivate it early see "Electronic
programme locking".
To deactivate it see "Electronic system lock".
"Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked
drain outlet and/or power failure".
Press hard against the lock side of the drum door
and then press the
Clean the drain filter and the drain pump.
Door
I-On/0-Off
button.
button.
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Problem solving guide
Opening the drum door in the
event of a blocked drain outlet
and/or power failure
Switch the washing machine off.
^
There is a lever behind the detergent
drawer fascia panel.
^ Remove the lever.
Blocked drain outlet
If the drain outlet is blocked, up to
25 litres of water will be retained in the
machine.
Caution: if laundry has been
,
washed at a high temperature, water
draining out of the machine will still
be hot. Danger of scalding!
Procedure for draining the machine
Place a suitable container under the
^
access flap.
When draining water from the
machine, do not unscrew the drain
filter completely or take it right out.
^
Use it to open the access flap.
46
^
Unscrew the drain filter lid until water
runs out.
To interrupt the flow of water:
^
Tighten the drain filter back up again.
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Once the flow of water ceases:
^ Remove the drain filter completely.
^ Clean it thoroughly.
Problem solving guide
Make sure the drain filter is
,
securely tightened. Otherwise there
is a risk of water leakage during use.
Opening the drum door
Always make sure that the drum
,
is stationary before reaching into the
machine to remove laundry.
Reaching into a moving drum is
extremely dangerous.
^
Remove any foreign objects (e.g.
buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff from the
filter housing. Turn the impeller by
hand to check that it rotates freely.
Any foreign object causing an
obstruction should be removed.
^
Put the drain filter back in place and
secure.
^
Pull the emergency release
downwards (see illustration). The
drum door will open.
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Problem solving guide
Customer contact
In the event of any faults which you
cannot remedy yourself please contact
Your Miele dealer or
–
Your nearest Miele Service
–
Department (see back cover for the
address).
When contacting your Dealer or the
Service Department, please quote the
model and serial number of your
appliance, both of which are shown on
the data plate visible at the top inside of
the door above the porthole glass when
the door is open.
Optional accessories
Optional accessories for this washing
machine are available from your Miele
Dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts
Department.
Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded to
improve our service.
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Front view
Installation and connection
a Inlet hose with "Waterproof" system
b Electricity supply cable
c - f Flexible drain hose (with
detachable swivel elbow)
g Facia panel with controls
h Detergent dispenser drawer
i Drum door
j Access to drain filter, drain pump
and emergency release
k Handle recesses for moving the
machine
l Four height adjustable feet
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Installation and connection
Rear view
a Protruding edge for holding when
moving the machine
b Electricity supply cable
c Inlet hose with "Waterproof" system
d Drainage hose
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e Transit bar covers
f Restraining clip for:
–
Inlet hose
–
Drain hose
–
Electricity supply cable
–
Transit bars when removed
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Installation and connection
Installation surface
A concrete floor is the most suitable
installation surface for a washing
machine, being far less prone to
vibration during the spin cycle than
wooden floorboards or a carpeted
surface.
Please note the following points:
The machine must be level and
^
securely positioned.
To avoid vibrations during spinning,
^
the machine should not be installed
on soft floor coverings.
If installing on a wooden joist floor:
^ We recommend a plywood base
(at least 59x52x3 cm). The base
should span several joists and be
bolted to the joists and not only to the
floorboards. Check for the presence
of pipes and cables.
If possible, install the machine in a
corner, as this is usually the most stable
part of the floor.
Installing the washing machine
To manoeuvre the machine out of its
packing case to its installation site hold
it by the edge of the lid where it
protrudes to the rear of the washing
machine as well as by the handle
recesses at the front.
Please note:
Do not lift the machine by the drum
^
door.
Ensure that the machine feet and
,
the floor are dry to prevent the
machine from slipping during the
spin cycle.
Removing the transit fittings
,
If the machine is installed on a
raised plinth, it has to be secured
against slippage during spinning
using retaining clips (available from
the Miele Spare Parts Dept).
^
To remove the left and right covers
1. Use a screwdriver to prise out the
cover as illustrated.
2. Pull the cover forwards to remove.
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Installation and connection
Using the spanner supplied turn the
^
left-hand transit bar 90°, then
^
withdraw the transit bar.
Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°,
^
then
^
withdraw the transit bar.
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Fit the covers on to the two holes.
^
Then plug the holes as shown with
the caps.
Installation and connection
The washing machine must not
,
be moved without the transit bars in
place.
Store the transit bars as shown or
keep them in a safe place for future
use. They must be re-fitted if the
machine is to be moved again
(e.g.when moving house).
Re-fitting the transit bars
Re-fitting is carried out by reversing the
procedure.
^
Secure the transit bars to the back of
the washing machine. Make sure that
holes b are fitted over retainers a.
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Installation and connection
Levelling the machine
The machine must stand perfectly level
on all four feet to ensure safe and
proper operation.
Using the spanner supplied turn
^
counter nut 2 in a clockwise
direction. Then turn counter nut 2
together with foot 1 to unscrew.
Incorrect installation may increase
electricity and water consumption and
may cause the machine to move about.
False values may also show in the Load
and Detergent display.
Screwing out and adjusting the feet
The four adjustable screw feet are used
to level the machine. All four feet are
screwed in when the machine is
delivered.
^ Use a spirit level to check the
machine is standing level.
^ Hold foot 1 securely with a pipe
wrench. Turn counter nut 2 again
using the spanner supplied until it
sits firmly up against the housing.
,
All four counternuts must be
firmly up against the housing. Please
also check this for the feet which did
not need adjustment. Otherwise
there is the danger of the machine
moving about.
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Installation and connection
Building under a continuous
worktop/in a kitchen run
A special building under conversion
–
kit* is required.
The machine lid must be replaced by
a cover plate. To ensure electrical
safety the cover plate must be fitted.
N.B.
If you wish to push your machine under
a worktop and there is space to do this
without removing the lid, the
conversion kit is not necessary.
Otherwise the conversion kit is
essential.
– For installation under a work surface
900/910 mm from the floor, a raising
kit* is required.
– Connections for electricity, water and
drainage should be installed in such
a way that they remain accessible
when the machine is in place.
Fitting instructions are supplied with the
conversion kit.
All parts marked* are available from the
Miele Spare Parts or Sales Department.
The fitting of building under kits and
stacking kits must only be
undertaken by qualified and
competent persons, in accordance
with the instructions supplied with
the kit.
Washer and Dryer stack
A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked
with the washing machine. A stacking
kit* is necessary and can be purchased
from the Miele Spare Parts Department.
Please note
a Safety distance to wall:
at least 2 cm
b Height:
Stacking kit with pull-out shelf:
approx. 169 cm
Stacking kit without pull-out shelf:
approx. 170 cm
The load size sensor must be
calibrated to zero after the washing
machine has been installed and
connected.
See "Before using for the first time".
Replacing the lid
If the lid has been removed in order to
fit a stacking kit or cover plate, ensure
that, if the lid is replaced, it fits securely
into the rear holders. Otherwise, it is not
properly secure for transport.
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Installation and connection
The Miele Waterproof system
The Miele Waterproof system protects
the washing machine from water
damage.
The system consists of three main
components:
1) the inlet hose
2) the electronic unit and the washing
machine housing
3) the drain hose
1) Inlet hose
– The inlet hose is fitted with an
additional electrical safety valve
which works like an automatic
stopcock and is housed in the inlet
hose connection box.
– It is pressure tested to between
7,000 and 10,000 kPa.
– The inlet hose has a protective
sleeve.
2) Electronic unit and washing
machine housing
Sump
–
Any leaking water is collected in a
sump in the base of the machine. A
float switches off the safety valves,
preventing any more water from
flowing into the machine and water in
the suds container is pumped away.
Overflow protection
–
This prevents the washing machine
taking in too much water. If the water
level exceeds a certain level, the
drain pump switches in and pumps
the excess water away.
3) Drain hose
The drain hose is protected by a
ventilation system which prevents the
washing machine from being
emptied completely.
Any leaking water from the inlet hose
is fed into the sump through this
protective sleeve. A float switches off
the safety valve, preventing any more
water from flowing into the machine
and water in the suds container is
pumped away.
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Installation and connection
Connection to the water supply
The plastic casing of the safety
,
valve contains electrical
components. The Waterproof system
must only be connected to its own
stopcock. It must not be connected
to mixer taps or similar and must not
be fitted in areas where there is the
risk of water or other liquids
reaching it.
Do not get wet.
The machine should be connected to a
mains water supply in accordance with
local and national safety regulations.
The German authorities do not require it
to have a non-return valve as the
washing machine has been designed
to comply with DIN regulations.
The machine is designed to operate
with a flow pressure of between 100
and 1,000 kPa. If it is higher than
1,000 kPa it is essential to fit a reducer
valve.
Connection to the mains water supply
should incorporate a mains stopcock
3
with
/4" thread. The stopcock should
be fitted by a qualified plumber.
The connection point is subject
,
to mains water pressure. Turn on the
stopcock slowly and check for leaks.
Correct the position of the washer
and union if appropriate.
The washing machine is not suitable
for connection to a hot water supply
and connection to a household
water softener is not recommended.
The protective sleeve of the hose
must not be damaged or kinked.
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Installation and connection
Maintenance and care
If you intend to unscrew the Miele
Waterproof system hose from the
stopcock it is essential to disconnect
the machine from the electricity supply
first.
Only use a Miele Waterproof system
hose should you need a replacement.
In order to protect the water inlet
valve, the dirt filter in the water inlet
valve connection must not be
removed.
Extension hose
A 1.5 metre long (metal) extension hose
is available from your Miele dealer or
the Miele Spare Parts Department as an
optional extra.
This hose is tested to withstand
pressures of up to 14,000 kPa and can
be used as a flexible extension to the
water supply.
N.B. Using this hose renders the
Waterproof system safety valve on the
inlet hose ineffective.
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Installation and connection
Connection to the drainage
system
The machine drains via a drain pump
with a delivery head of 1 metre*.
The drain hose must not be kinked as
this restricts drainage. The swivel elbow
at the end of the hose can be turned in
either direction, or can be detached if
required, with a sharp twist and pull.
If required, the drain hose can be
extended to a length of 5 m. The
necessary parts can be purchased
from the Miele Spare Parts Department
or your Miele dealer.
* For a delivery head of more than 1 m
(up to a maximum of 1.8 m) a second
duo-drain pump is available with the
corresponding kit from the Miele Spare
Parts Department or your Miele Dealer.
Drain hose connection:
1. Direct into a sink or basin:
Please note the following
Hook the hose over the edge and
–
secure.
Make sure that the water can drain
–
away freely without hindrance.
Otherwise there is a risk of water
overflowing or of some of the drained
water being sucked back into the
machine.
2. Connected securely to a plastic drain
pipe with a rubber nipple. There is no
need to use a non-return valve.
3. Connected securely to a standpipe.
4. Connected securely to a floor gully.
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Installation and connection
Electrical connection U.K.
All electrical work should be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person, in strict accordance with
national and local safety regulations.
Ensure power is not supplied to the
appliance until after installation work
has been carried out.
The appliance is supplied with a mains
cable with moulded plug ready for
connection to a 230-240V mains
supply. The voltage and connectedload are given on the data plate.
Please ensure these match the
household mains supply. The fuse
rating is quoted on the plug.
Connection should be made via a
suitable switched socket which is easily
accessible after installation.
For extra safety it is advisable to install
a residual current device (RCD), with a
trip current of 30 mA (in accordance
with DIN VDE 0664, VDE 0100 Section
739).
Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363
The fuse cover must be refitted when
changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover
is lost, the plug must not be used until a
suitable replacement is obtained. The
colour of the correct replacement cover
is that of the coloured insert in the base
of the plug, or the colour that is
embossed in words on the base of the
plug (as applicable to the design of
plug fitted).
Replacement fuses should be ASTA
approved to BS 1362 and have the
correct rating. Replacement fuses and
fuse covers may be purchased from
your local electrical supplier.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE
MUST BE EARTHED
Do not connect via an extension lead.
Extension leads do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (e.g.
danger of overheating).
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Consumption data
LoadConsumption data
EnergyWaterDuration
in kWhin litresNormalIntensive
Hygiene +
95°C5.0 kg1.70601 h 39 min1 h 54 min
Hygiene +
60°C5.0 kg1.30691 h 51 min2 h 06 min
Cottons Universal
1)
60°C
60°C5.0 kg0.95601 h 31 min2 h 01 min
1)
40°C
40°C5.0 kg0.50601 h 31 min2 h 01 min
Minimum iron
1)
40°C
40°C2.5 kg0.45551 h 18 min1 h 33 min
Delicates
30°C1.0 kg0.356748 min58 min
Silks /
30°C1.0 kg0.244136 min-
Woollens /
30°C2.0 kg0.233740 min-
First wash
30°C3.0 kg0.353257 min-
Pillows
60°C1 or 2 pillows1.00601 h 00 min-
5.0 kg0.9560-2 h 01 min
5.0 kg0.5060-2 h 01 min
2.5 kg0.4555-1 h 33 min
1)
1)
1)
1)
EN 60456 test programme
Note for test institutes:
For testing in accordance with EN 60456 you must use the
Intensive
option.
Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given depending on water
pressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room temperature, type and
volume of load, fluctuations in the electricity supply and any Extras selected.
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Technical data
Height85.0 cm
Width59.5 cm
Depth58.0 cm
Depth with door open97.5 cm
Weight93 kg
Maximum floor load1600 Newton (approx. 160 kg)
Capacity5 kg dry laundry
Voltagesee data plate
Rated loadsee data plate
Fuse ratingsee data plate
Consumption datasee "Consumption data"
Water flow pressure minimum100 kPa (1 bar)
Water flow pressure maximum1000 kPa (10 bar)
Inlet hose length1.60 m
Drain hose length1.50 m
Connection cable length1.60 m
Drain pump head max.1.00 m
Drain pump length max.5.00 m
Test certificates awardedRadio / TV suppression, VDE
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Programmable functions
for changing standard settings
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Programmable functions
The programmable functions can be
used to tailor washing programmes to
suit your individual requirements.
The programmable functions are
activated with the help of the additional
option buttons and the programme
selector.
Increasing the water level
The water level in the main wash can
be increased for the
Cottons Universal
iron
programmes.
Follow steps A to G to programme
and store in memory.
Before you begin, first ensure that:
– The washing machine is switched off.
– The drum door is closed.
– The programme selector is at
Hygiene +
and the
,
Minimum
Finish
A Press the additional option buttons
Intensive
time, hold pressed in and . . .
B . . . switch the machine on with the
I-On/0-Off
C Let go of all these buttons. P 0
appears in the display.
D Turn the programme selector to
Delicates 30°C
E The P will now flash in the display
alternating
In addition, one of the following will
appear on the right of the display:
0 = increased water level is
deactivated
or:
1 = increased water level is activated
F Press the
.
display from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0.
G Switch the washing machine off with
the
and
button.
with the number 2
Start
I-On/0-Off
Rinse plus
:
button to change the
button.
at the same
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The setting you have selected is now
stored in memory and will remain so
until you alter it.
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Programmable functions
Introducing an additional rinse
for the Hygiene + and Cottons
Universal programmes
An additional rinse is always carried
out as standard in the
Cottons Universal
If the additional rinse programmable
function has been activated four
instead of three are carried out.
If the
Rinse plus
also selected, five
out.
Follow steps A to G to programme
and store in memory.
Before you begin, first ensure that:
– The washing machine is switched off.
– The drum door is closed.
– The programme selector is at
additional option is
Hygiene +
programmes.
rinses
rinses are carried
Finish
and
A Press the additional option buttons
Intensive
time, hold pressed in and . . .
B . . . switch the machine on with the
I-On/0-Off
C Let go of all these buttons. P 0
appears in the display. P 0
D Turn the programme selector to
Quick wash 40°C
E The P will now flash in the display
alternating
In addition, one of the following will
appear on the right of the display:
0 = additional rinse is deactivated
or:
1 = additional rinse is activated
F Press the
display from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0.
.
G Switch the washing machine off with
the
and
button.
with the number 8.
Start
I-On/0-Off
Rinse plus
:
button to change the
button.
at the same
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Programmable functions
Gentle action
Activating gentle action reduces the
drum action and is suitable for
washing slightly soiled items more
gently. It should be activated for
garments with a single bar under the
care label and for articles which feel
too hard after they have been dried.
If "Gentle action" is programmed into
the machine, every wash cycle in the
Hygiene +
programmes will be carried out with
gentle action rhythm.
The washing machine is delivered with
the Gentle action setting de-activated.
Follow steps A to G to programme
and store in memory.
Before you begin, first ensure that:
– The washing machine is switched off.
– The drum door is closed.
–
The programme selector is at
and
Cottons Universal
Finish
A Press the additional option buttons
Intensive
time, hold pressed in and . . .
B . . . switch the machine on with the
I-On/0-Off
C Let go of all these buttons. P 0
appears in the display.
D Turn the programme selector to
wash
E The P will now flash in the display
alternating
In addition, one of the following will
appear on the right of the display:
0 = Gentle action is deactivated.
or:
1 = Gentle action is activated.
F Press the
display from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0.
G Switch the washing machine off with
the
.
The setting you have selected is now
stored in memory and will remain so
until you alter it.
and
button.
:
with the number 9.
Start
I-On/0-Off
Rinse plus
button to change the
button.
at the same
First
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Programmable functions
Top-up rinse for Hygiene +
95°C and Pillows hygiene 95°C
When this is activated, additional
water flows into the drum at the end
of the main wash to cool the suds
down. Hot suds can damage plastic
drainage pipes.
Top-up rinse should be activated:
to prevent the danger of scalding if
–
the drain hose is hooked over the
edge of a sink or basin.
where the drainage pipes do not
–
comply with DIN 1986.
The washing machine is delivered with
the Top-up rinse deactivated.
Follow steps A to G to programme
and store in memory.
Before you begin, first ensure that:
– The washing machine is switched off.
–
The drum door is closed.
–
The programme selector is at
Finish
A Press the additional option buttons
Intensive
time, hold pressed in and . . .
B . . . switch the machine on with the
I-On/0-Off
C Let go of all these buttons. P 0
appears in the display.
D Turn the programme selector to
Pillows hygiene 60°C
E The P will now flash in the display
alternating
In addition, one of the following will
appear on the right of the display:
0 = Top-up rinse is deactivated
or:
1 = Top-up rinse is activated
F Press the
display from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0.
G Switch the washing machine off with
the
The setting you have selected is now
.
stored in memory and will remain so
until you alter it.
and
button.
with the number 10.
Start
I-On/0-Off
Rinse plus
button to change the
button.
at the same
:
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Programmable functions
Memory function
If an additional option is selected for
a programme, and / or the spin
speed is altered, the machine stores
these changes in memory at the start
of a programme.
When that particular programme is
chosen again, the display will show the
additional options and / or spin speed
which have been stored for that
programme in the memory.
The washing machine is delivered with
the memory function deactivated.
Follow steps A to G to programme
and store in memory.
Before you begin, first ensure that:
– The washing machine is switched off.
– The drum door is closed.
– The programme selector is at
Finish
A Press the additional option buttons
Intensive
time, hold pressed in and . . .
B . . . switch the machine on with the
I-On/0-Off
C Let go of all these buttons. P 0
appears in the display.
D Turn the programme selector to
Pillows hygiene 95°C
E The P will now flash in the display
alternating
In addition, one of the following will
appear on the right of the display:
0 = the memory function is
deactivated.
or:
1 = the memory function is activated.
F Press the
display from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0.
.
G Switch the washing machine off with
the
and
button.
with the number 11.
Start
I-On/0-Off
Rinse plus
button to change the
button.
at the same
:
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The setting you have selected is now
stored in memory and will remain so
until you alter it.
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Programmable functions
Buzzer
When the buzzer function has been
activated, an audible tone sounds at
the end of a programme or when
Rinse hold is reached.
The buzzer will sound for up to an hour
after the programme has finished.
The washing machine is delivered with
the buzzer deactivated.
Follow steps A to G to programme
and store in memory.
Before you begin, first ensure that:
– The washing machine is switched off.
– The drum door is closed.
– The programme selector is at
Finish
A Press the additional option buttons
Intensive
time, hold pressed in and . . .
B . . . switch the machine on with the
I-On/0-Off
C Let go of all these buttons. P 0
appears in the display.
D Turn the programme selector to
Hygiene + 60°C
E The P will now flash in the display
alternating
In addition, one of the following will
appear on the right of the display:
0 = buzzer is deactivated.
or:
1 = buzzer is activated.
.
F Press the
display from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0.
G Switch the washing machine off with
the
and
button.
with the number 20.
Start
I-On/0-Off
Rinse plus
:
button to change the
button.
at the same
The setting you have selected is now
stored in memory and will remain so
until you alter it.
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Alteration rights reserved/1005/Allerwash W 2584
M.-Nr. 06 107 300 / 03
en-GB
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