Miele W 261 Operating instructions

Operating instructions
for Washing machine
W 261

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.

G

M.-Nr. 06 638 060

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.

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Contents

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

Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Disposal of your old appliance or machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Warning and safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Description of the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Washing environmentally and economically. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Energy and water consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Additional options (Short, Soak, Pre-wash) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

When drying with a tumble dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

How to wash correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Brief instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Additional options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Short. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Pre-wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Soak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Water plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Final spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Rinse and interim spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

To omit the final spin (Rinse hold). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

To omit the spin between rinses and the final spin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Garment care label symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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Contents

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

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

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

Altering a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Skipping a programme stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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

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

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

Water softeners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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

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

Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry

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

Adding fabric conditioner or starch separately . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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

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

E-Cloth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Cleaning the filter in the water inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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

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

The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on. . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme continues as normal. . 36

General problems or an unsatisfactory wash result. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Problems with opening or closing the washing machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Opening the lid in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure . . . . . 40

Blocked drain outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Opening the lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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Contents

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Future updates (PC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Appliance guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Transport base. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Removing the transit fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Re-fitting the transit fitting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Installation surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

The Miele water protection system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Connection to the water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Connection to the drainage system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Electrical connection U.K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Programmable functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Water plus system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Gentle action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Top-up rinse for Cottons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Memory function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Soak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

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Warning and safety instructions

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 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 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
machine 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

–

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

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Warning and safety instructions

This machine must only be

connected to the on-site water
supply using a new hose kit. Old hoses
must not be re-used. Check the hose
regularly for signs of wear and tear.
Change in good time to avoid the risk of
leaks and subsequent damage.

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
fittings at the rear of the machine have
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.

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

The transport base lever must be

over to the left when the washing
machine is in operation. Only then is
the stability of the machine guaranteed.

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.

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.

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.

Using 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,

unplug it. Render the plug useless.
Cut off the cable directly behind the
machine to prevent misuse. This should
be done by a competent person.

The manufacturer cannot be held

liable for damage caused by non­conformance with these Warning and
Safety instructions.

Colour run and dye removers

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

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Control panel

Description of the machine

a Display

See the following page for more
information.

b Start button

Starts the wash programme.

c Additional option buttons

Additional options can be added to
the basic programme.
Use the top button to select either
the

Short,Pre-wash

Use the lower button to select the

Water plus

Indicator light on = option selected
Indicator light off = option not
selected

d Indicator lights for spin speed,

Rinse hold or Without spin.

e Spin button

For selecting the final spin speed,

option.

Rinse holdorWithout spin

, or

Soak

.

option.

f Programme selector

For selecting the wash programme
and temperature for that programme.
The programme selector can be
turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.

g Programme sequence indicator

lights

Show which section of the wash
programme has been reached.

h Check lights
i I-On/0-Off button

For switching the machine on or off
or interrupting a programme.

j Lid button opens the machine lid.

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Description of the machine

Display

The display shows:

the programme duration (Time left

–

display)
the programmable functions

–

Programme duration

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

During the first 10 minutes the washing
machine measures how much water is
being absorbed by the laundry and
uses this to calculate the load. The
programme duration may be longer or
shorter depending on this absorbency
rate.

Programmable functions

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

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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. Otherwise there is a risk
of water leakage during use.

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

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

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

Before using for the first time

^ Open the stopcock.
^

Press the

^

Turn the programme selector to

Cottons 60°C

^

Press

When this programme has finished turn
the programme selector to
washing machine is ready for using for
the first time.

I-On/0-Off

Start

button in.

.

.

Finish

. Your

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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

–

programmes for small loads.
When smaller amounts of laundry are

–

washed using the
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.

– Using the

instead of the
programme will give energy savings
of between 35% and 45%. This is
sufficient for most levels of soiling.
For stubborn or old stains, use the

Soak

–

Use the additional option
instead of
followed immediately by a main
wash, the same suds are used.

Automatic

Cottons 60°C

option.

Pre-wash

and

Express

Cottons

programme

Cottons 95°C

Soak

. If Soak is

Detergent

Do not exceed the amounts of

–

detergent recommended by the
manufacturer on the packaging.

Reduce the amount of detergent with

–

smaller loads (approx.
the amount recommended can be
used when washing a half load).

Additional options
(Short, Soak, Pre-wash)

Select:

A wash programme together with the

–

Short

option for light to normal soiling

where there are no obvious marks.

– A wash programme without any

additional options for normal to
heavy soiling with visible staining.

– A wash programme together with the

Soak

option for heavily soiled

laundry.

– The

When drying with a tumble dryer

–

Pre-wash

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

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

additional option for

1

/3less than

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Brief instructions

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

A Sort the laundry

^ Empty all pockets.

,

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

^

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

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

How to wash correctly

If you use a solvent-based clean

,

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

Do not use solvent-based

,

cleaning agents in this machine.

Sort the laundry by colour and by

^

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

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

– Curtains: Remove lead weights first

or place in a laundry bag.

–

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

–

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

–

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

–

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

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

-

-

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How to wash correctly

B Open the outer and inner lids

Press the

^

Press the

^

outer lid fully.

The inner lid will open automatically.

C Open the drum

,

spring-loaded.

Gently press your hand against the

^

rear drum flap.

I-On/0-Off
Lid

button and open the

Take care. The drum flaps are

button in.

D 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.

To protect multi-layered garments
with particularly fine, smooth outer
layers from damage, always use a
washing bag.

To save energy and water, try to load
the maximum for the programme
selected.
However, be careful not to overload the
machine. Overloading reduces the
wash result and causes more creasing.

^

Press the drum lock (black arrow)
and at the same time, push the front
flap inwards (in the direction of the
arrows) until the lock is released.

^

Support both flaps and let them
swing up.

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E Close the drum and the inner lid

^ First press the front, then the rear

drum flap until both hooks clearly
engage.

,Failure to observe these

instructions may cause damage to
the machine and to the laundry.

How to wash correctly

Take care not to trap items of
laundry when closing the drum
flaps.

^ Clean the roller on the left-hand hook

of the drum flap regularly to ensure
smooth operation.

^

Close the inner lid by pressing gently
on the lock so that it clicks into
position.

If the inner lid is not closed properly,
the wash programme cannot start
and the
light will flash quickly.

Excess detergent

check

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How to wash correctly

F Add detergent

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

. . . too little detergent results in:

Laundry not getting properly clean

–

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

Greasy particles clinging to the

–

laundry.
Limescale deposits on the heater

–

elements.
. . . too much detergent results in:
– Excessive foam which causes a low

level of agitation and poor wash,

rinse and spin results.
– Higher water consumption (an

additional rinse cycle will

automatically switch in).
– A burden to the environment.

Pull out the detergent drawer and

^

add detergent to the compartments
as follows:

i = Detergent for Pre-wash

(if selecting Pre-wash, add
the total amount recommended).
This compartment is also used
for starch formulations when
starching separately.

1

/4of

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j = Detergent for the main wash

including Soak

p = Fabric conditioner or liquid

starch.

See "Detergent" for further information.

^

Push in the detergent drawer.

G Close the outer lid.

How to wash correctly

H Select a programme

^ Turn the programme selector to the

required programme.

The estimated programme duration will
appear in the display.

I Select a spin speed

J Select additional option(s)

Each press of the top button selects the
additional option in the following order:

Short,Pre-wash,Soak

Use the lower button to select the

plus

option.

^ Select the option you want.
Not all the additional options are

suitable for every programme.

, no selection.

Water

^

Press the "Spin" button repeatedly
until the indicator light for the spin
speed you want comes on.

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

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How to wash correctly

K Start the programme

Press the flashing

^

The estimated programme duration will
show in the display. During the first 10
minutes the machine measures how
much water is being absorbed by the
laundry. The programme duration may
be longer or shorter depending on this
absorbency rate.

The brief "buzzing" noise which can be
heard at the beginning of the wash
programme is the drum being released
from its automatic positioning.

L Remove the laundry when the

programme has finished

When the programme has finished, the

Anti-crease/Finish

come on.
At the end of a programme, the drum

automatically comes to a halt at the
correct position for opening.

Start

button.

indicator light will

Open the drum and remove the

^

laundry.

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

M Switch off the washing machine.

Close the drum and the inner lid.

^

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.

^ Close the outer lid.
^ Switch the washing machine off with

the

I-On/0-Off

programme selector to

button and turn the

Finish

.

^ Press the
^

Open the outer lid fully.

The inner lid will open automatically.

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Lid

button.

Additional options

You can use the additional option
buttons to augment the basic wash
programmes.

Short

For light to nomal soiling with no
visible staining.

The duration of the main wash is
reduced.

In the

Dark garments

programmes, 2 rinses will be carried
out instead of 3.

and

Denim

Pre-wash

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

Soak

For heavily soiled and stained items
with protein stains (e.g. blood, fats
and oils, cocoa).

Water plus

If you want to increase the water level
for a wash process you can choose one
of four settings for the
button. See "Programmable functions ­Water plus system".

The machine is set at the factory so that
the water level in the main wash and
rinses will be increased if the

plus

button is pressed.

Water plus

Water

–

A length of time of between 30

minutes and 2 hours can be

programmed in 30 minute

increments for the soak process.
–

The default setting is 2 hours.
To programme in a different soak period

see "Programmable functions – Soak
duration".

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Spinning

Final spin speed

Programme rpm

Cottons 1300
Minimum iron 1200
Delicates 600
Automatic 900
Dark garments 1200
Shirts 600
Denim 900
Express 1300
Silks 400
Woollens 1200
Drain/Spin 1300
Separate rinse/Starch 1200

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

Rinse and interim spin

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

Cottons

is introduced.

programme, an additional rinse

To omit the final spin (Rinse hold)

Select the

^

Rinse hold

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

To start the final spin

–

The

Rinse hold

:

indicator light above
the "Spin" button will be lit up. Use
the "Spin" button to select the spin
speed you want. The final spin will
then begin.

– To end the programme

Press the

Lid

button. The water will

:

drain away. The lid will open.

To omit the spin between rinses and
the final spin

^ Select the

Without spin

setting. The
laundry is not spun after the final
rinse. The water will drain away and
the machine will go straight into the
anti-crease stage. An additional
rinse is introduced if this setting is
selected with the

iron

and

Automatic

Cottons,Minimum

programmes.

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Programme chart

Cottons 30°C to 95°C 9876 Max. load 5.5 kg

Fabric Cotton and linen fabrics.
Additional options Short or Pre-wash or Soak, Water plus

Note for test institutes:

Short programme: 3.0 kg load and additional option
Minimum iron 30°C to 60°C 876 421 Max. load 2.5 kg
Fabric Synthetics, mixed fibres and easy care cottons. Reduce the

spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.

Note

Additional options Short or Pre-wash or Soak, Water plus
Delicates cold to 40°C 21 Max. load 1.5 kg
Fabric For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres,

Additional option Short or Pre-wash or Soak
Note – Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with

Automatic 40°C 72 Max. load 3.0 kg
Fabric Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and

Additional options Short or Pre-wash or Soak, Water plus
Dark garments 40°C 7 Max. load 2.5 kg
Item Dark garments made from cotton or mixed fibres.
Additional option Short or Pre-wash or Soak
Notes

During the final spin, the 1300 rpm indicator light

–

will come on. However, to protect the laundry, the
machine will only spin at 1200 rpm during this spin.

rayon and easy care cottons.
Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-

washable by the manufacturer.

Pre-wash advisable.

–

For curtains which crease easily, reduce the spin speed
or select Without spin.

Minimum iron programmes. Sort according to colour.

–

Wash inside out.

–

During the final spin, the 1300 rpm indicator light will
come on. However, to protect the laundry, the machine
will only spin at 1200 rpm during this spin.

Short

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Programme chart

Shirts 40°C Max. load 1.5 kg

Additional option Pre-wash or Soak
Notes

Denim 40°C Max. load 2.5 kg
Additional option Short or Pre-wash or Soak
Notes

Express 40°C 7 Max. load 3.0 kg
Fabric Small loads of items which require freshening up and which

Silks / 30°C c Max. load 1.0 kg
Fabric Silks and other handwashable fabrics with no wool content,

Additional option Water plus
Notes Place socks, tights, bras etc. in a washing bag.
Woollens / cold to 40°C ac Max. load 2.0 kg
Fabric Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend

Notes

Drain/Spin Max. load 5.5 kg
Notes Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.

Separate rinse/Starch Max. load 5.5 kg
Notes When using starch, laundry should be washed but not treated

Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary.

–

Silks

Wash silk garments in the

–

Wash denim inside out.

–

Denim often contains excess dye and will run during the

–

first few washes. Wash light and dark coloured items
separately.

can be washed in a

e.g. satin, lace and silk.

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

–

During the final spin, the 1300 rpm indicator light
will come on. However, to protect the laundry, the machine
will only spin at 1200 rpm during this spin.

Drain only: Select

with fabric conditioner.

Cottons

Without spin

programme.

programme.

. Do not use for woollens.

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Programme sequence

Main wash Rinses Spinning

Water

level
Cottons d a d 2-3
Minimum iron d a ( 2-3
Delicates e b e 3 – L
Automatic d a ( 2-3
Dark garments d a ( 3 LL
Shirts ( a ( 2 – L
Denim ( a ( 3 – L
Express d a d 2 LL
Silks ( d ( 2 – L
Woollens ( c ( 2 LL
Drain/Spin ––––– L
Separate rinse/

––( 1 – L

Starch

Wash

rhythm

Water

level

Rinses Interim

spin

1)

2)

2)

LL
LL

LL

Final spin

d = Low water level
( = Medium water level
e = High water level

a= Normal wash rhythm
b= Gentle action
c= Woollens
d= Silks

See the following page for more information about the programme sequences.

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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 in
the chart 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.

Special features in the programme
sequences:

Anti-crease:
At the end of every programme, with

the exception of the

Woollens

programme, 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 anti-crease phase.

1)

The water level in the rinses is
increased when a temperature below
60°C is selected.

A third rinse is carried out if:
– there is too much foam in the drum
– a spin speed lower than 700 rpm has

been selected
–

Without spin

2)

A third rinse is carried out if:

Without spin

has been selected

has been selected

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/ Hand wash (If no temperature

is specified use the lowest

temperature or cold)
h Do not wash
apf Dry clean
D Do not dry clean
w Clean professionally

x Suitable for chlorine

bleaching
z Do not use chlorine bleach

Tumble dry

q At normal temperature
r At low temperature
s Do not tumble dry

Ironing

Garment care label symbols

I Hot iron
H Medium hot iron
G Cool iron
J Do not iron

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Changing the programme sequence

Cancelling a programme

You can cancel a programme at any
time after it has started.

Turn the programme selector to

^

Finish

.

The suds will be pumped away, the
programme will be cancelled and the
outer lid will open.

If you want to remove the laundry:

Open the outer lid fully. The inner lid

^

will open automatically.
Open the drum.

^

If you want to select a different
programme:

^ Close the outer lid and select a new

programme.

Interrupting a programme

^ Switch the machine off with

button.

To continue with the same programme:

I-On/0-Off

Altering a programme

After the start of a programme it is no
longer possible to select a different
programme. If the programme selector
is moved, the
indicator light will start flashing.
However, the programme sequence
remains unaffected.

Altering the temperature

It is possible to select a different
temperature up to 6 minutes after the
programme has started.

Altering the spin speed

It is possible to change the spin speed
at any time.

Selecting or deselecting an
additional option

It is possible to select or deselect the

Water plus

minutes after the programme has
started.

Anti-crease/Finish

additional option up to 6

^

Switch the machine on with the

0-Off

button.

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I-On/

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 to
the appropriate programme again
within 4 seconds

.

Changing the programme sequence

Adding or removing laundry
after a programme has started

Laundry can be added or removed
after any programme has already
started.

Press the

^

The drum will automatically come to a
halt at the correct position for opening.
The outer lid will open.

Open the outer lid fully. The inner lid

^

will open automatically.
Open the drum.

^
^ Add or remove items.
^ Close the drum.
^ Close the inner lid properly.
^ Close the outer lid.

The programme will continue
automatically.

Please note:
Once a programme has started the

machine cannot recognise any
adjustment to the load.

For this reason, if laundry is added or
removed after the start of a programme,
the machine will always complete the
programme cycle assuming a full load
which can lead to an increase in the
programme duration shown in the
display.

Lid

button.

The lid cannot be opened, if:

–

the suds temperature is above 55°C.

–

the programme has reached the

Final spin

stage.

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Detergent

The correct detergent

All modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable.
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 programmes with short durations.

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.

All purpose

detergent for

Detergent for

coloured fabrics*

Detergent for

delicates

whites*

Cottons X X
Minimum iron X X
Delicates X
Automatic X X
Dark garments X

1)

Shirts X X
Denim X

1)

Express X X
Silks Liquid detergent for machine-washable silk and woollens
Woollens Liquid detergent for machine-washable woollens
Separate rinse/

Liquid starch, starch formulations, viscous liquid starch, starch

Starch

1) Only use liquid detergent
*Powder detergent, tablet detergent, liquid detergent and liquid tab detergent.

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Detergent

The right amount to dispense will
depend on the following:

The quantity of laundry.

–

The soiling level of the laundry.

–

Lightly soiled
No visible dirt or stains.

Normally soiled
Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight
stains.

Heavily soiled
Visible dirt and stains and/or dried on
soiling.

– The water hardness level.

Check with your local water supplier
if you do not know the hardness level
in your area.

Water softeners

A water softener can be used to cut
down on the use of detergents in 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),
we recommend always dispensing the
agents into compartment j in the
following order:

1. Detergent

2. Water softener

3. Stain remover
This way the agents are distributed

more evenly.

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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.
Starch stiffens and gives body to items
of laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths and
bed linen.

Automatic dispensing of fabric
conditioner or liquid starch to
laundry at the end of a programme

If starching frequently, the dispenser
compartment and especially the
siphon tube and conditioner channel
will need regular cleaning to remove
any residual starch. See "Cleaning
the detergent dispenser drawer".
Do not add powder starch
formulations or viscous liquid starch
to the § compartment as it will clog
up. See below.

Adding fabric conditioner or starch
separately

^ Dispense in accordance with

manufacturer's instructions on the
packaging.

^ Add powder or viscose starch to

compartment i.

^ Add the fabric conditioner or liquid

starch to compartment §.

^

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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^ Turn the programme selector to

Separate rinse/Starch

^

Select a spin speed.

^

Press the

Start

button.

Colour run and dye removers /
dyes

^

Do not use
removers in this washing machine.

^

Dyes suitable for use in domestic
washing machines can be used.
However, please note that the salt
used in the dyeing process can
cause corrosion to stainless steel
components in the machine if you
dye frequently. Always observe the
manufacturer's instructions carefully.

colour run or dye

Disconnect the machine from the

,

mains electricity supply and
withdraw the plug from the socket
before cleaning the machine.

The washing machine must not

,

be hosed down.

External casing and fascia
panel

Do not use solvents, abrasive

,

cleaners, glass cleaners or all­purpose cleaners. These might
damage plastic surfaces and other
components because of the
chemicals they contain.

^ Clean the casing with a mild non-

abrasive cleaning agent or with soap
and water using a well wrung-out
cloth. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

Cleaning and care

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.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser
drawer

Remove detergent residues regularly.

^

The drum can be cleaned using a
suitable proprietary stainless-steel
cleaning agent following the
manufacturer's instructions on the
packaging.

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.

^

To do this, remove the detergent
drawer

^

and clean it with warm water.

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Cleaning and care

Pull out the conditioner insert and the

^

sipon (see arrows).

^ Clean the detergent dispenser

drawer, conditioner insert and siphon
under warm running water.

^ Also clean the tube that the siphon

sits over using warm water.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser
drawer housing

^ Use a bottle brush to remove

detergent residues and limescale
from the jets inside the detergent
dispenser drawer housing.

If starching frequently, thoroughly
clean the siphon and the siphon
tube regularly. A build-up of starch
will cause them to get clogged.

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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.
^ 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.

You should, however, note the following:

Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a

,

suitably qualified person in accordance with local and national safety
regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.

The programme does not start.

Problem Possible cause Remedy
The Anti-crease/Finish

indicator light is not on,
or the Start indicator
light is not flashing.

The programme does
not start when Drain/
Spin has been selected.

The Excess detergent
check light is flashing
rapidly and the
programme does not
start.

There is no power to the
machine.

The washing machine
has not been prepared
for using for the first time.

The inner lid is not
closed.

Check whether
– the mains plug is

plugged in and
switched on.

– the fuse or circuit

breaker has tripped.

Prepare the machine as
described in "Before
using for the first time".

Open the outer lid and
close the inner lid
properly (the inner lid
lock must engage
properly).

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Problem solving guide

The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes
on.

Problem Possible cause Remedy A

The Check drain light
flashes.
"- - -" appears in the
display.

The Check inlet light
flashes.
"- - -" appears in the
display.

The Check inlet and
Check drain lights are
flashing.
"- - -" appears in the
display.

The Soak/Pre-wash or
Rinses indicator light
is flashing.
"– – –" appears in the
display.

The water outlet is
blocked.

The drain hose has
been fixed too high.

The water inlet is
blocked.

The filter in the water
inlet hose is dirty

The water protection
system has reacted.

There is a fault. Start the programme again. If

Clean the drain filter and the
drain pump as described in
"Problem solving guide –
Opening the lid in the event
of a blocked water outlet and/
or a power failure".

The maximum drain height is
1 m.

Open the stopcock.

Clean the filter.

Call the Service Department.

the fault indicator occurs
again, contact the Miele
Service Dept.

A To switch off the fault message: 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

A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme
continues as normal.

Problem Possible cause Remedy A

The Check drain light
flashes.

The Check inlet light
flashes.

The Excess detergent
light is flashing.

The Main wash
indicator light is
flashing in the
programme sequence
display.

The Anti-crease/
Finish indicator light
is flashing in the
programme sequence
display.

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 lid in
the event of a blocked water outlet
and/or a 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: turn the washing machine off with the

I-On/0-Off

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button and turn the programme selector to

Finish

.

Problem solving guide

General problems or an unsatisfactory wash result.

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The machine shakes
during the spin cycle.

The laundry is not
spun satisfactorily.

There is a "buzzing"
noise once the
programme has
started or when
laundry is being
loaded into the
machine.

The pump makes
strange noises.

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.

Clothes are coming
out creased.

The transport base
lever has not been
moved over to the left.

The spin speed
selected was too low.

Automatic drum
positioning is
disengaging or
engaging.

This is not a fault! These noises occur at the end of a
pump sequence as a normal part of the operation.

The water pressure is
too low.

Powder detergent used
in conjunction with
water softeners tends to
become sticky.

The siphon tube is not
correctly positioned or
is clogged up.

Programme was
overloaded.

The wrong programme
was used.

Push it over to the left.

Select a higher spin speed
next time.

This noise is part of normal
operation and does not
indicate a fault.

– Clean the filter in the water

inlet.

– It may be useful to press

the

Water plus

Pour powder detergent into
the dispenser drawer before
adding any water softener.

Clean the siphon, see
"Cleaning and care ­Cleaning the detergent
dispenser drawer".

–

Reduce quantity of clothes
in drum.

–

Check care labels and the
programme chart.

–

Use easy iron conditioners.

button.

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

Liquid detergent
does not give the
required result.

Grey, greasy
particles cling to
washed laundry.

White residues
which look like
powder detergent
are seen on dark
textiles after
washing.

Foam is coming
out of the front of
the appliance.

When laundry is
dry it feels hard
to the touch.

A stale smell is in
the drum and on
laundry.

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.

The detergent contained
compounds (zeolites) to
aid water softening which
are not soluble in water.
They have ended up on
the laundry.

Excessive foam has built
up during washing.

Too vigorous wash
action.

Not enough detergent
used.

No fabric conditioner
used.

Low temperature
washing.

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 a
programme with powder
detergent but without a load.

– Try and brush off the residues

with a soft brush once the
laundry is dry.

– Wash dark textiles using a

detergent which contains no
zeolites. Liquid detergents
usually contain no zeolites.

Use less detergent next time
and follow the manufacturer's
instructions on dosage given on
the packaging.

Programme in gentle action and
more water.

Increase detergent dose to
prevent limescale build up in
laundry.

Use fabric conditioner in the last
rinse.

Before washing the next load run
a

Cottons 95°C

powder detergent but without a
load.

Cottons 95°C

programme with

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Problem solving guide

Problems with opening or closing the washing machine.

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The drum opening is
not in the upper
position.

The outer lid cannot be
opened.

The inner lid does not
click into position
correctly.

An imbalance has
prevented automatic
drum positioning.

The machine is not
connected to the
electricity supply.

The machine is not
switched on.

Power cut. Open the lid as described at

For safety reasons the lid cannot be opened if the
suds temperature is higher than 55°C.

The locking mechanism
for the inner lid has not
been released.

Turn the drum by hand to
the correct position.

Always mix large and small
items in a load to avoid
imbalance. Mixing both
large and small items gives
better wash results and also
helps distribute the load
evenly during spinning.

Insert the plug in the socket
and switch on.

Switch the machine on with
the

I-On/0-Off

the end of this section.

Open the outer lid fully.
Then close the inner lid.

button.

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Problem solving guide

Opening the lid in the event of
a blocked drain outlet and/or
power failure

Switch off the washing machine.

^

Unscrew the drain filter lid until water

^

runs out.

To stop the flow of water:

^ Use the yellow lever to open the

access flap.

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.

^ Tighten the drain filter back up again.

Once the flow of water ceases:

^

Remove the drain filter completely.

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Problem solving guide

Clean it thoroughly.

^

^ 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.

^ Put the drain filter back in place and

secure.

,

Make sure it is securely
tightened. Otherwise there is a risk
of water leakage during use.

Opening the lid

Always make sure that the drum

,

is stationary before reaching into the
machine to remove laundry.
Reaching into a moving drum is
extremely dangerous.

^ Pull the emergency release

downwards until the machine outer
lid opens.

^

Open the outer lid fully. The inner lid
will open automatically.

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After sales service

In the event of any faults which you
cannot remedy yourself, please
contact:

your Miele Dealer, or

–

the Miele Service Department

–

(see back cover for contact details).

When contacting your Dealer or the
Service Department, please quote the
model and serial number of your
machine, both of which are shown on
the data plate on the rear of the
washing machine.

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.

Appliance guarantee

Please see the guarantee card
supplied with your machine.

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 for
training purposes.

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Front view

Installation

a Mains connection cable
b Inlet hose
c Lid with fascia panel
d Access to drain filter, drain pump

and emergency release

e Transport base lever
f Feet
g Flexible drain hose with detachable

swivel elbow

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Installation

Transport base

This washing machine is fitted with a
transport base to allow it to be moved
around.

Push the lever over to the left when
using the machine.

Only then is the stability of the machine
guaranteed.

Push the lever over to the right when
moving from one place to another.

Do not use force to manoeuvre

,

the machine over obstacles e.g. in
doorways. The maximum floor
clearance is 8 mm. The transport
base could get stuck and be
damaged.

,

If the lever is not in the left
position, the washing machine can
move about during washing and
spinning and cause a lot of damage.

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,

Make sure that you do not
manoeuvre the machine over cables
or hoses.

Important:
A hose and cable clip can be fitted in

place of the caps used to plug the
holes left by the transit fittings (see
"Removing the transit fittings") to make
it easier to move the machine around.
These are available through your Miele
dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts
Department.

Removing the transit fittings

Remove the packaging and position

^

the washing machine where you want
to use it.

^ Unscrew and remove the 4 outer

screws marked A.

^ Unscrew the 4 screws marked B.

These screws must then be left on
the transit bars (see illustration).

Installation

^ Plug the 4 large holes with the caps

supplied.

The transit bars and screws should
be stored in a safe place for future
use. They need to be re-fitted if the
machine is ever moved again (e.g.
when moving house).

Re-fitting the transit fitting

^ Re-fitting is carried out by reversing

the procedure given above.

^

Remove the transit bars.

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Installation

Installation surface

A concrete floor is the most suitable
installation surface for a washing
machine. It is far less prone to vibration
during the spin cycle than wooden
floorboards or a carpeted surface.

Ensure that the machine feet and

,

the floor are dry to prevent the
machine from slipping during the
spin cycle.

To avoid vibrations during spinning
the machine should not be installed
on soft floor coverings.

^ Remove the transit fittings as

described on the previous page.
^ Level the machine.
It needs to stand perfectly level on all

four feet to ensure safe and proper
operation.

If installing on a wooden joist floor:

We recommend a plywood base (at

–

least 60 x 45 x 3 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 first.

If possible, install the machine in a

–

corner, as this is usually the most
stable part of the floor.

Do not unscrew the machine feet
fully as this would prevent the
machine from being moved around
easily.

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Installation

The Miele water protection
system

The Miele water protection 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 tested to withstand

a pressure of more than 7,000 kPa.

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 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.

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Installation

Connection to the water supply

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 kPa and 1,000 kPa. If it is higher
than 1,000 kPa it is essential to fit a
reducer valve.

Connection to the water supply should
incorporate a stopcock with a 3/4"
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 dirt filter in the union at the open
end of the inlet hose must not be
removed.

The washing machine is not suitable
for connection to a hot water supply
and connection to a household
water softener is not recommended.

Maintenance and care

Only use a genuine Miele hose should
you ever need a replacement. These
are tested to withstand pressure of at
least 7,000 kPa.

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Installation

Connection to the drainage
system

The machine drains via a drain pump
with a delivery head of 1 metre. The 1.5
metre long drain hose must not be
kinked as this would restrict 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.

Drain hose connection:

1. Direct into a sink.

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.

If required the drain hose can be
extended to a length of 5 metres. The
necessary parts can purchased from
the Miele Spare Parts Department or
your Miele dealer.

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Installation

Electrical connection U.K.

All electrical work should be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person, in strict accordance with
current national and local safety
regulations (BS 7671 in the UK).

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.

Please ensure the connection data
quoted on the data plate match the
household mains supply.

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

Load Consumption data

Energy Water Duration

in kWh in litres Short Normal

Cottons 95°C 5.5 kg 1.75 47 2 h 12 min

Minimum iron 40°C
Delicates 30°C 1.5 kg 0.30 65 43 min 58 min
Automatic 40°C 3.0 kg 0.30 - 0.45 35 - 50 57 min 1 h 12 min
Dark garments 40°C 2.5 kg 0.58 55 1 h 05 min 1 h 15 min
Shirts 40°C 1.5 kg 0.45 44 – 55 min
Denim 40°C 2.5 kg 0.50 45 53 min 1 h 00 min
Express 40°C 3.0 kg 0.30 34 – 31 min
Silks / 30°C 1.0 kg 0.25 39 – 35 min
Woollens / 30°C 2.0 kg 0.23 39 – 40 min

1)

EN 60456 test programme

2)

Short programme for test institutes; the
selected.

1)

60°C

60°C 3.0 kg 0.73 39 59 min
40°C
40°C

5.5 kg 0.93 47 1 h 52 min

1)

5.5 kg 0.60 50 1 h 58 min

2)

3.0 kg 0.36 39 59 min

1)

2.5 kg 0.45 45 1 h 02 min 1 h 19 min

Short

additional option must be

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 additional options
selected.

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Technical data

Height 90 cm
Height with lid open 139 cm
Width 45 cm
Depth 60 cm
Weight, empty 99 kg
Capacity 5.5 kg dry laundry
Voltage see data plate
Connected load see data plate
Fuse rating (UK) see plug
Consumption data see "Consumption data"
Water flow pressure min. 100 kPa (1 bar)
Static water pressure max. 1000 kPa (10 bar)
Inlet hose length 2.50 m
Drain hose length 1.50 m
Connection cable length 2.40 m
Drain pump head height max. 1.00 m
Drain pump length max: 5.00 m
Test certificates awarded Radio/TV suppression, VDE

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Programmable functions
for changing standard settings

Programmable functions

The programmable functions are
activated with the help of the
button and the programme selector.

Start

Water plus system

This is used to select the water intake
setting for the
option.

There are four different options:
Setting 1:
an increase in the rinse water level
Setting 2:
an increase in the water level in the

main wash and
machine is delivered with setting 2
programmed as standard)

Setting 3:
an extra rinse cycle in the

Minimum iron

Setting 4:
an increase in the water level in the

main wash and
rinse cycle in the

iron

programmes

Water plus

rinses (the washing

additional

Cottons

programmes

rinses and also an extra

Cottons

and

Minimum

and

Start

A Press the

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

B-C.

B Switch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off

C Wait until the

light comes on . . .

D . . . and then release the

button.

E Turn the programme selector to the

Cottons 60°C

A P will flash in the display alternating
with the number 1, 2, 3 or 4.

F Each subsequent press on the

button selects a different setting.

The number alternating with the P in
the display refers to the settings as
follows:

1 = Setting 1
2 = Setting 2
3 = Setting 3
4 = Setting 4

G Switch the machine off with the

I-On/0-Off

button and keep it

button.

Start

button indicator

position:

is selected
is selected
is selected
is selected

button.

Start

Start

Follow steps A to G to programme
and store a setting in memory.

Before you begin, first ensure that:
–

The washing machine is switched off.

–

The machine is properly closed.

–

The programme selector is at

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Finish

The

Water plus

allocated the setting you have chosen.
This setting will remain in memory until
another setting is programmed.

.

button has now been

Programmable functions

Gentle action

Activating gentle action reduces the
drum action and is suitable for
washing slightly soiled articles more
gently.

Gentle action can be used with the

Cottons,Express

programmes.
If Gentle action is programmed into the

machine, every wash cycle in these
programmes will be carried out with
gentle action rhythm.

The washing machine is delivered with
the Gentle action setting 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 machine is properly closed.
–

The programme selector is at

and

Automatic

Finish

A Press the

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

B-C.

B Switch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off

C Wait until the

light comes on . . .

D . . . and then release the

button.

E Turn the programme selector to the

Cottons 40°C

A P will flash in the display alternating
with the number 0 or 1.

0 = Gentle action is deactivated.
1 = Gentle action is activated.

F Press the

display from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0.

G Switch the machine off with the

I-On/0-Off

The setting you have selected is now

.

stored in memory and will remain so
until you alter it.

Start

button and keep it

button.

Start

button indicator

position:

Start

button to change the

button.

Start

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Programmable functions

Top-up rinse for Cottons

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 takes place when a
temperature of 95°C is selected.

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 for
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 machine is properly closed.

Cottons

Start

A Press the

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

B-C.

B Switch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off

C Wait until the

light comes on . . .

D . . . and then release the

button.

E Turn the programme selector to the

Cottons 30°C

A P will flash in the display alternating
with the number 0 or 1.

0 = Top-up rinse is deactivated.
1 = Top-up rinse is activated.

F Press the

display from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0.

G Switch the machine off with the

I-On/0-Off

The setting you have selected is now
stored in memory and will remain so
until you alter it.

button and keep it

button.

Start

button indicator

position:

Start

button to change the

button.

Start

–

The programme selector is at

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Finish

.

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 washing machine will
display the additional option(s) 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 machine is properly closed.
– The programme selector is at

Finish

Start

A Press the

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

B-C.

B Switch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off

C Wait until the

light comes on . . .

D . . . and then release the

button.

E Turn the programme selector to

Minimum iron 60°C

A P will flash in the display alternating
with the number 0 or 1.

0 = the memory function is

deactivated.

1 = the memory function is

activated.

F Press the

display from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0.

.

G Switch the machine off with the

I-On/0-Off

button and keep it

button.

Start

button indicator

:

Start

button to change the

button.

Start

The setting you have selected is now
stored in memory and will remain so
until you alter it.

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Programmable functions

Soak

A length of time of between 30 minutes
and 2 hours can be programmed in
30 minute increments for the soak
process.

If the Soak option is pressed, the
selected soak time will be carried out
for the period selected before the wash
programme is run.

The machine is delivered with a two
hour soak time set as standard.

Follow steps A to G to programme
and store in memory.

Before you begin, first ensure that:
– The washing machine is switched off.
– The machine is properly closed.
– The programme selector is at

Finish

Start

A Press the

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

B-C.

B Switch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off

C Wait until the

light comes on . . .

D . . . and then release the

button.

E Turn the programme selector to

Minimum iron 40°C

A P will flash in the display alternating
with the number 1, 2, 3 or 4.

F Each subsequent press on the

button selects a different setting.

The number alternating with the P in
the display refers to the settings as
follows:

.

1 = the soak time is 2 hours

(default setting)

button and keep it

button.

Start

button indicator

:

Start

Start

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2 = the soak time is 1 hour 30 minutes
3 = the soak time is 1 hour
4 = the soak time is 30 minutes

G Switch the machine off with the

I-On/0-Off

The

Soak

allocated the setting you have chosen.
This setting will remain in memory until
another setting is programmed.

button.

button has now been

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