Operating instructions
for Washing machine
W 3744
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.
en-GB
M.-Nr. 07 327 630
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 or contact your Dealer for
advice. Ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
It should be unplugged or disconnected
from the mains electricity supply by a
competent person.
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Contents
Caring for our environment .........................................2
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................6
Operating the washing machine.....................................10
Control panel .....................................................10
Before using for the first time.......................................12
Washing environmentally and economically ..........................13
Energy and water consumption ....................................13
Detergent .....................................................13
How to wash correctly.............................................14
Spinning ........................................................19
Final spin speed ..................................................19
Rinse and interim spin ...........................................19
To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) ..................................19
To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin (No u).................19
Programme chart .................................................20
Programme sequence .............................................23
Garment care label symbols ........................................25
Changing the programme sequence .................................26
Cancelling a programme ............................................26
Interrupting a programme ...........................................26
Changing a programme ............................................26
Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................27
Safety lock .......................................................27
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Contents
Detergent .......................................................28
The correct detergent ..............................................28
Water softener ....................................................29
Washing with several components ....................................29
Fabric conditioners and liquid starch ..................................30
Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry at the
end of a programme .............................................30
Colour run and dye removers / dyes ...................................30
Cleaning and care ................................................31
External casing and fascia panel .....................................31
Extra cleaning ..................................................31
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer...............................31
Descaling the machine .............................................32
Cleaning the water inlet filters ........................................33
Problem solving guide ............................................34
The programme does not start .......................................34
Fault messages in the display ........................................35
General problems .................................................36
An unsatisfactory wash result ........................................37
The drum door does not open when you press the Door button..............38
Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure . 39
Blocked drain outlet .............................................39
After sales service ................................................41
Future updates (PC) .............................................41
Appliance guarantee ............................................41
Optional accessories ............................................41
Installation and connection ........................................42
Front view........................................................42
Rear view ........................................................43
Installation surface.................................................44
Installing the washing machine ....................................44
Removing the transit bars ...........................................44
Re-fitting the transit bars ............................................46
Levelling the machine ..............................................47
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Contents
Screwing out and adjusting the feet .................................47
Building under a continuous worktop/in a kitchen run ...................48
Washer and Dryer stack ..........................................48
The Miele water protection system ....................................49
Connection to the water supply .......................................50
Connection to the drainage system....................................51
Electrical connection U.K. ...........................................52
Consumption data ................................................53
Notes for test institutes: ..........................................53
Technical data ...................................................54
Programmable functions...........................................56
To access programmable functions .................................56
To select a programmable function .................................56
To alter a programmable function ..................................56
To come out of programmable functions .............................56
Language F......................................................56
Water plus .......................................................57
Gentle action .....................................................57
Suds cooling .....................................................57
Code ...........................................................58
Temperature unit ..................................................59
Buzzer ..........................................................59
Keypad tone .....................................................59
Brightness .......................................................59
Contrast .........................................................59
Standby display ...................................................60
Memory .........................................................60
Anti-crease.......................................................60
Optional accessories..............................................61
CareCollection ....................................................61
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Warning and Safety instructions
This washing machine is not
This washing machine conforms to
current safety requirements.
Inappropriate use can, however,
lead to personal injury and damage
to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the washing machine,
please read these instructions
carefully before using it for the first
time. They contain important
information on its installation, safety,
use and maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and ensure that new users are
familiar with the content. Pass them
on to any future owner.
Correct application
This washing machine is for
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domestic use only and can only be
used to wash items which are specified
by the manufacturer to be
machine-washable on the wash care
label, and textiles composed of
hand-washable wool or wool blend
fabrics as well as satin, lace, silk and
other hand-washable garments.
Any other applications may be
dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable
for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation.
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intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless
they are supervised whilst using it or
have been shown how to use it by a
person responsible for their safety.
Safety with children
Keep children away from the
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washing machine at all times. It is not a
toy! To avoid the risk of injury do not
allow children to play on or near it or to
play with its controls. Supervise
children whilst you are using it.
Older children may only use the
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washing machine if its operation has
been clearly explained to them and
they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
For machines with a 'porthole' door,
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remember that the porthole glass will
be hot when washing at very high
temperatures.
Do not let children touch it.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety
Before setting up the washing
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machine, check it for any externally
visible damage.
Do not install or use a damaged
washing machine.
Before connecting the washing
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machine, ensure that the connection
data on the data plate (voltage and
connected load) match the mains
electricity supply. If in any doubt,
consult a qualified electrician.
The electrical safety of this washing
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machine can only be guaranteed when
continuity is complete between it and
an effective earthing system which
complies with current local and national
safety regulations. It is most important
that this basic safety requirement is
present and regularly tested, and
where there is any doubt the household
wiring system should be inspected by a
qualified electrician. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for the
consequences of an inadequate
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
Do not connect the washing
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machine to the mains electricity supply
by an extension lead. Extension leads
do not guarantee the required safety of
the appliance (e.g. danger of
overheating).
Faulty components must only be
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replaced by genuine Miele original
spare parts. Only when these parts are
fitted can the safety standards of the
machine be guaranteed.
Unauthorised repairs could result in
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unforeseen dangers for the user, for
which Miele cannot accept liability.
Repairs should only be undertaken by a
Miele approved service technician.
Ensure current is not supplied to the
machine until after maintenance or
repair work has been carried out.
If the connection cable is faulty it
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must only be replaced by a Miele
approved service technician to protect
the user from danger.
In the event of a fault or for cleaning
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purposes, the washing machine is only
completely isolated from the electricity
supply when:
– it is switched off at the wall socket
and the plug is withdrawn, or
– it is switched off at the mains, or
– the mains fuse is withdrawn, or the
screw-out fuse is removed (in
countries where this is applicable).
This washing machine must only be
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connected to the on-site water supply
using a new hose kit. Old hoses must
not be re-used.
In countries where there are areas
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which may be subject to infestation by
cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the
machine and its surroundings in a
clean condition at all times. Any
damage which may be caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be
covered by the guarantee.
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Warning and Safety instructions
This washing machine may only be
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used in mobile installations such as
ships if a risk assessment of the
installation has been carried out by a
suitably qualified engineer.
Do not make any alterations to the
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washing machine, unless authorised to
do so by Miele.
Correct use
Do not install your washing machine
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in rooms where temperatures below
freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may
burst or split. The reliability of the
electronic control unit may be impaired
at temperatures below freezing point.
Before using the washing machine
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for the first time, check that the transit
bars at the rear of the machine have
been removed (see section on
"Installation"). During spinning, a transit
bar which is still in place may result in
damage to both the machine and
adjacent furniture or appliances.
Turn off the stopcock if the machine
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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.
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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
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objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins, paper
clips) do not find their way into the
machine with the laundry. These may
damage components of the machine
(e.g. suds container, drum), which in
turn can result in damage to the
laundry.
If the correct amount of detergent is
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dispensed, the machine should not
need to be descaled. If, however, you
do wish to descale the machine only
use proprietary non-corrosive descaling
agents and strictly observe the
instructions on the packaging. A
special descaling agent is available to
order from the Miele Spare Parts
Department or via the internet on
www.miele-shop.com.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Textiles which have been
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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
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agents, e.g. those containing benzene,
in this machine, as this may result in
damage to component parts and create
toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a
fire and explosion hazard.
Never use solvent based cleaning
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agents, e.g. those containing benzene,
to clean the outside surfaces of this
machine. They can cause damage to
plastic surfaces.
Only use dyes specified by the
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manufacturer as being suitable for use
in a domestic washing machine. Always
observe the manufacturer's instructions
carefully.
Colour run and dye removers
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contain sulphur compounds which can
cause damage such as corrosion. Do
not use these products in this machine.
Only remove laundry from the
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washing machine once the drum has
stopped turning. Reaching into a
moving drum is extremely dangerous
and could result in injury.
Accessories
Accessory parts may only be fitted
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when expressly approved by Miele. If
other parts are used, guarantee,
performance and product liability
claims will be invalidated.
Miele cannot be held liable for
damage caused by non-compliance
with these Warning and Safety
instructions.
If liquid detergent comes into
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contact with the eyes, rinse them
thoroughly with lukewarm water imme
diately. If swallowed, seek medical
assistance immediately and retain the
packaging or label for reference. Those
with skin problems or sensitive skin
should avoid their skin coming into
contact with liquid detergent.
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Operating the washing machine
Control panel
a Extra option buttons
Various extra options can be added
to the washing programmes.
b Display
See the following page for more
information.
c Temperature button
For selecting a temperature.
d Spin speed button
For selecting the final spin speed or
e (Rinse hold) or deselecting the
spin (No u).
e PC / Optical interface
This is used by service technicians
to run diagnostic checks on your
machine and can also be used to
update programming data in the
future.
f Start/Stop button
For starting the programme selected
and cancelling a programme once it
has started.
g Programme selector
For selecting a programme. The
indicator light next to the selected
programme will come on. The
programme selector can be turned
clockwise or anti-clockwise.
h I-On/0-Off button
For switching the machine on or off.
i Door button
Opens the machine door.
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The following are selected via the
display:
– wash temperature
– spin speed
– programmable functions
– cancellation of a programme
– safety lock
Operating the washing machine
Programme duration
After the start of a programme, the
estimated programme duration will
appear in the display in hours and
minutes.
During the first 8 minutes the washing
machine measures how much water is
being absorbed by the laundry and
uses this to calculate the load. The
programme duration may be longer or
shorter depending on this absorbency
rate.
Programmable functions
The programmable functions can be
used to tailor washing programmes to
suit your individual requirements. In
programming mode, the display will
show the function selected.
The display also shows:
– the programme duration
–
the programme sequence
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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.
This washing machine has
undergone a thorough functional test
in the factory and there will be some
residual water in the drum from this
process.
For safety reasons, spinning is not
possible until the machine has been
prepared for using for the first time. To
activate the spinning function you must
run a wash programme without laundry
and without detergent.
Setting the language
You will be asked to select the
language you require for the display. It
is possible to change the language at
any time via the programmable
functions.
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If the language shown is not the one
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you want, select the language you do
want by turning the programme
selector. Confirm your selection by
pressing the Start/Stop button.
Reminder to remove transit bars
To avoid the risk of damage, the
transit bars must be removed before
the machine is used for the first time.
See "Installation and connection" for
instructions on how to do this.
Using detergent could result in an
excessive build-up of foam.
This also activates the ball valve. The
ball valve prevents detergent escaping
from the suds container into the sump
during a wash programme, thus making
maximum use of the detergent.
^
Press the I-On/0-Off button in.
If the washing machine is being
switched on for the first time, the
welcome screen will appear.
The welcome screen will appear in
the display every time the machine is
switched on until a programme
lasting longer than 1 hour has been
completed.
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^ After removing the transit bars (if this
has not already been done by your
fitter), press the Start/Stop button.
Running your first programme
Run a Cottons 60°C programme without
any laundry and without detergent.
^
Open the stopcock.
^
Press the Start/Stop button.
^
At the end of the programme switch
the machine off.
The machine is now ready for use.
Washing environmentally and economically
Energy and water consumption
Water consumption and energy
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usage are determined by the size of
the load.
To make the most out of your
machine, load the maximum dry load
for the programme you are using.
Use the Automatic and Express
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programmes for small loads.
When smaller amounts of laundry are
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washed using the Cottons
programme, the automatic load
recognition system will reduce the
amount of water, time and energy
used. This may mean that the time
left shown in the display is adjusted
during the course of the wash
programme.
– Using the Cottons 60°C programme,
instead of the Cottons 95°C
programme will give energy savings
of between 35% and 45%. This is
sufficient for most levels of soiling.
Detergent
Do not exceed the amounts of
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detergent recommended by the
manufacturer on the packaging.
Adjust the dosage to the degree of
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soiling of the laundry.
Reduce the amount of detergent with
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smaller loads (approx.
1
/3less than
the amount recommended can be
used when washing a half load).
Choosing the correct extra option
(Short and Pre-wash)
Select:
– A wash programme together with the
Short extra option for light to normal
soiling where there are no obvious
marks.
– A wash programme without any extra
options for normal to heavy soiling
with visible staining.
– The Pre-wash extra option for laundry
with large amounts of dirt (e.g. dust,
sand).
When drying with a tumble dryer
Selecting the highest possible spin
speed for the wash programme will
save energy when drying in a tumble
dryer afterwards.
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How to wash correctly
Brief instructions
The headings numbered A, B, C,...
show the operating sequence and can
be used as brief instructions.
A Sort the laundry
^ Empty all pockets.
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Foreign objects (e.g. nails,
coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause
damage to garments and
components in the machine.
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Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should
be cleaned as soon as possible,
preferably whilst still fresh. Spillages
should be carefully dabbed off using
a soft colourfast cloth. Do not rub!
Badly soiled areas can be pre-treated
with liquid detergent, stain removers
etc. first, following the manufacturer's
instructions. With particularly stubborn
stains ask your dry cleaner for advice.
If you use a solvent-based clean
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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
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cleaning agents in this machine.
Sort the laundry by colour and by
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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.
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Underwiring and collar stiffeners:
Any loose wiring in bras, shirt collar
stiffeners, etc. should be removed or
sewn in.
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Knitted garments, trousers and
jeans, T-shirts and sweat shirts: Turn
inside out, if recommended by the
manufacturer.
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Close any zips, fasten hooks and
eyes etc before washing.
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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 Switch on the washing machine
C Load the drum
Press the Door button to open the
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drum door.
Unfold the laundry and load loosely
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in the drum. Mixing both large and
small items gives better wash results
and also helps distribute the load
evenly during spinning.
The most efficient use of energy and
water is achieved when a full load is
washed. However, do not overload as
this causes creases and reduces
cleaning efficiency.
Make sure that no garments are
caught between the drum door and
seal.
D Select a programme
^ Turn the programme selector
clockwise or anti-clockwise to the
required programme. The
programme indicator light for the
programme selected will come on.
E Select a temperature / spin speed
The suggested temperature and/or spin
speed can be changed.
1:49 60° 1600
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Shut the door with a gentle swing.
^
Press the Temperature button to alter
the temperature and press the Spin
speed button to alter the spin speed.
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How to wash correctly
F Select an extra option(s)
^ Select any extra options by pressing
the appropriate button. The relevant
indicator light will come on to show
which extra option has been
selected.
Not all the extra options are suitable for
use with every programme.
You can only select extra options which
are compatible with the basic
programme being used.
Water plus
The water level in the main wash and
the rinses will be increased if the Water
plus option is selected.
However, you can select other settings
for Water plus. These are described in
"Programmable functions".
Pre-wash
For laundry with large amounts of dirt
e.g. dust, sand.
Buzzer
An audible tone sounds repeatedly at
the end of a programme and when
Rinse hold is reached. The buzzer will
sound repeatedly until the machine is
switched off. The volume of the buzzer
can be changed, see "Programmable
functions".
Short
For light to normal soiling with no visible
staining.
The duration of the main wash is
reduced.
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G Add detergent
It is important to dispense the correct
amount, because...
. . . too little detergent results in:
Laundry not getting properly clean
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and with time it may become grey
and hard to the touch.
Greasy particles clinging to the
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laundry.
Limescale deposits on the heater
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elements.
. . . too much detergent results in:
– Excessive foam which causes a low
level of agitation and poor wash,
rinse and spin results.
– Higher water consumption (an
additional rinse cycle will
automatically switch in).
– A burden to the environment.
How to wash correctly
Pull out the detergent drawer and
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place detergent in the compartments
as follows:
i
Detergent for the pre-wash (divide
the total recommended amount as
follows: add
2
and
/3to compartment j)
j
Detergent for the main wash
1
/3to compartment i
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Fabric conditioner or liquid starch
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Close the detergent drawer.
See "Detergent" for further information.
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How to wash correctly
H Start the programme
Press the flashing Start/Stop button.
^
The estimated programme duration will
appear in the display once the
programme has started. During the first
8 minutes the machine measures how
much water is being absorbed by the
laundry. The programme duration may
be longer or shorter depending on this
absorbency rate.
The programme sequence is also
shown in the display. The washing
machine shows you when each section
of the programme is reached.
I Remove the laundry when the
programme has finished
In the anti-crease phase after the
programme has finished, the following
will appear alternately in the display:
0:00 Anti-crease
and
0:00 Finish
^
Press the Door button to open the
drum door.
^
Remove the laundry.
Check that all items have been
removed from the drum. Items left in
the drum could discolour other items
in the next wash or become
discoloured themselves.
^ Check the folds in the door seal for
any small articles, e.g. buttons which
might be lodged there.
^ Switch the machine off with the
I-On/0-Off button.
^
Close the drum door. Otherwise there
is the danger of objects being placed
inadvertently in the drum. If these
remained unnoticed and were
washed in the next load, they could
damage the laundry.
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Spinning
Final spin speed
Programme rpm
Cottons 1600
Minimum iron 1200
Delicates 600
Woollens 1200
Silks 400
Express 1600
Automatic 1200
Shirts 600
Denim 900
Outerwear 800
Dark garments 1200
Spin 1600
You can reduce the final spin speed.
However, you cannot select a final spin
speed higher than that shown in the
chart above.
Rinse and interim spin
There is a spin after the main wash and
between the rinses. A reduction in the
final spin speed will also reduce the
interim spin speed. If a spin speed of
less than 700 rpm is selected for a
Cottons programme, an additional rinse
is introduced.
To omit the final spin (Rinse hold)
Select the e setting using the Spin
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speed button. The laundry will not be
spun and will remain suspended in
the final rinse water. This reduces
creasing if the laundry is not going to
be removed from the drum immedi
ately after the end of the programme.
To start the final spin
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:
The washing machine will display the
maximum spin speed possible. You
can select a spin speed lower than
this. Start the final spin by pressing
the Start/Stop button.
– To end the programme
:
Press the Door button. The water will
drain away. Press the Door button
again to open the door.
To omit rinse and interim spin and
the final spin (No u)
^ Select the No u setting using the
Spin speed button. The laundry is not
spun after the final rinse. The water
will drain away and the machine will
go straight into the anti-crease stage.
An additional rinse is introduced if
this setting is selected with the
Cottons, Minimum iron, Express and
Automatic programmes.
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Programme chart
Cottons 9ö8E76* 30°C to 95°C Max. load 6.0 kg
Fabric Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling,
underwear, T-shirts etc.
Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash
Note for test institutes:
Short programme: 3.0 kg load and Short extra option
Minimum iron
43218E76*
Fabric Synthetics, mixed fibres and easy care cottons. If fabrics have a
high proportion of man-made fibres it is advisable to programme
the machine for "Gentle action". See "Programmable functions".
Note Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.
Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash
Delicates 4321ac* cold to 60°C Max. load 2.0 kg
Fabric For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres,
rayon and easy care cottons.
Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washable
by the manufacturer.
Notes – Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with
pre-wash advisable.
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For curtains which crease easily, reduce the spin speed or
deselect the spin.
Extra options Short, Pre-wash
Woollens /ac* cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg
Fabric Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics.
If the care label does not specify a temperature, wash using the
cold setting.
30°C to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg
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Programme chart
Silks /c* cold to 30°C Max. load 1.0 kg
Fabric Silks and other handwashable fabrics with no wool content, e.g.
satin, lace and silk.
Note Place tights, bras etc. in a washing bag.
Extra option Water plus
Express 76* cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg
Fabric Small loads of items which require freshening up and which can
be washed in a Cottons programme.
Note This programme can be used for rinsing individual items. Select
the cold setting, and do not add any detergent.
Extra option Water plus
Automatic 7621* cold to 40°C Max. load 3.5 kg
Fabric Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum
iron programmes. Sort according to colour.
Note The wash parameters (e.g. water level, wash rhythm and spin
speed) are adjusted automatically in this programme to ensure
the best possible care and wash result for each item.
Shirts cold to 60°C Max. load 2.0 kg
Notes – Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary.
– Wash silk garments in the Silks programme.
Extra options Short, Water plus
Denim cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg
Notes
Extra options Short, Pre-wash
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Wash denim inside out.
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Denim often contains excess dye and will run during the first
few washes. Wash light and dark coloured items separately.
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Programme chart
Outerwear cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg
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Garment Outerwear made from micro-fibres such as Gore-Tex
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, WINDSTOPPER®etc.
Notes
SYMPATEX
Zip up jackets before washing.
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Do not use fabric conditioner.
–
Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash
Dark garments cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg
Item Black and dark garments made from cotton or mixed fibres.
Note Wash inside out.
Extra option Short
Spin
Notes – Drain only: Select No u.
– Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.
* Please note that the "buckets" represent garment care label symbols. See
"Garment care label symbols".
,
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Programme sequence
Main wash Rinses Spinning
Water
level
Cottons d a ( 2-4
Minimum iron ( c e 2-3
Delicates e d e 3 – L
Woollens e e e 2 LL
Silks e e e 2 – L
Express d b d 2-3
Automatic ( abc e 2-3
Shirts e c e 2 – L
Denim ( c e 3 – L
Outerwear e d e 3 L
Dark garments ( b d 3 LL
Spin – – –––L
Wash
rhythm
Water
level
Rinses Interim
spin
1)
2)
2)
2)
LL
LL
LL
LL
3)
Final
spin
L
d = Low water level
( = Medium water level
e = High water level
a= Intensive rhythm
b= Normal rhythm
c= Gentle rhythm
d= Sensitive rhythm
e= Handwash rhythm
See the following page for more information about the programme sequences.
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Programme sequence
This 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. Extra
options which can be selected have not
been taken into account.
The 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)
A second rinse is carried out when a
temperature of 60°C to 95°C has
been selected. A third rinse is
carried out when a temperature
below 60°C is selected.
A third/fourth rinse is carried out if:
– there is too much foam in the drum
– a spin speed lower than 700 rpm has
been selected
– No u has been selected
2)
A third rinse takes place
automatically if:
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No u has been selected
3)
In the Outerwear programme,
laundry is only spun after the main
wash.
Garment care label symbols
Washing
The figure quoted in the bucket is the
maximum temperature the garment
can be washed at. The number of
bars under the symbol indicates the
level of agitation permitted.
9 No bar under the symbol: =
normal agitation
4 One bar under the symbol: =
reduced agitation
c Two bars under the symbol: =
much reduced agitation
/ Hand wash (if no temperature
is specified use the lowest
temperature or cold)
h Do not wash
Drying
The number of dots indicates the
drying temperature
q Normal temperature
r Low temperature
s Do not tumble dry
Ironing
The number of dots indicates the
ironing temperature
I Hot iron (max sole plate temp.
approx. 200°C)
H Medium hot iron (max sole
plate temp. approx. 150°C)
G Cool iron (max sole plate
temp. approx. 110°C). Do not
steam iron garments carrying
this symbol.
J Do not iron
Professional cleaning
f Dry clean only. The letters
indicate the type of cleaning
p
agent required.
w Professional Wet Clean only
D Do not dry clean
Bleaching
x Any oxidising bleaching
agent can be used
{ Only use an oxygen based
bleach or a non-chlorine
bleach
z Do not bleach
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Changing the programme sequence
Cancelling a programme
You can cancel a programme at any
time after it has started.
Press the Start/Stop button.
^
Cancel programme
Press the flashing Start/Stop button
^
again.
The suds will be pumped away.
If you want to remove the laundry:
Press the Door button.
^
If you want to select a different
programme:
^ Switch the machine off with the
I-On/0-Off button.
^ Switch the washing machine back on
again.
^ Check that there is still detergent in
the detergent drawer. Add detergent,
if necessary.
^
Select and start a new programme.
Interrupting a programme
Changing a programme
After the start of a programme it is no
longer possible to select a different
programme.
Temperature
It is possible to select a different
temperature up to 5 minutes after the
programme has started.
Press the Temperature button.
^
Spin speed
It is possible to change the spin speed
up until the final spin begins.
^ Press the Spin speed button.
Extra options
It is possible to select or deselect the
Short and Water plus extra options up
to five minutes after the programme has
started.
A programme cannot be cancelled
or changed if the safety lock has
been activated.
^
Switch the machine off with the
I-On/0-Off button.
To continue with the same programme:
^
Switch the machine back on with the
I-On/0-Off button.
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Changing the programme sequence
Adding or removing laundry
after a programme has started
Press the Door button to open the
^
drum door.
Add or remove items.
^
Close the drum door.
^
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.
The door cannot be opened, if:
–
the suds temperature is above 55°C.
–
the water is above a certain level.
–
the programme has reached the
Final spin stage.
If you press the Door button when the
above conditions are present, the
following will appear in the display:
: Door locked
Safety lock
The safety lock prevents the machine
from being opened and programmes
from being cancelled during a wash
programme.
To activate the safety lock
Press and hold in the Start/Stop
^
button after the programme has
started.
Stop or in 3 secs 0
Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in
^
until the time has elapsed and the
following appears in the display:
Locked 0
The safety lock is now activated. It is
deactivated automatically at the end of
the programme.
To deactivate the safety lock
^ Press and hold in the Start/Stop
button after the programme has
started.
Unlock in 3 secs 0
^
Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in
until the time has elapsed and the
following appears in the display:
Unlocked 1
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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
dosage amounts 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
Woollens Liquid detergent for machine-washable woollens
Silks Liquid detergent for machine-washable silk and woollens
Express X X
Automatic X X
Shirts X X
Denim X
1)
Outerwear X
Dark garments X
1)
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. Possibly
slight body odour.
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 softener
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.
Miele branded water softening tablets
are available from the Miele Spare Parts
Department or via the internet on
www.miele-shop.com.
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 softeners
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, thoroughly
clean the dispenser compartment,
especially the siphon tube and the
fabric conditioner channel, regularly.
See "Cleaning the detergent
dispenser drawer". Do not use
powder starch formulations or
viscous liquid starch in the §
compartment as it will clog up.
Colour run and dye removers /
dyes
Do not use
^
removers in this 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
^
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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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.
A range of Miele branded cleaning and
conditioning agents are available to
order from your Miele dealer, the Miele
Spare Parts Department, or via the
internet on www.miele-shop.com
External casing and fascia
panel
Clean the casing using a Miele E-Cloth,
or with a mild non-abrasive cleaning
agent or 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 and any stainless steel
outer panels 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
all-purpose cleaning agents.
These might damage plastic
surfaces and other components
because of the chemicals they
contain.
^
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.
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Cleaning and care
Clean the siphon.
^
1. Remove the siphon from
compartment § and rinse under
warm running water. Clean the
siphon tube in the same way.
2. Replace the siphon.
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 siphon tube
regularly. A build-up of starch will
cause them to get clogged.
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Descaling the machine
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.
Cleaning and care
Cleaning the water inlet filters
The washing machine has two filters to
protect the inlet valves.
These filters should be checked every
six months or so, or more often if there
are frequent interruptions to the water
supply.
To clean the filter in the union in the
open end of the inlet hose:
First turn off the stopcock.
^
Unscrew the threaded union
^
connecting the free end of the inlet
hose to the stopcock.
To clean the filter in the water inlet
valve:
Using pliers, carefully loosen the
^
ribbed plastic nut on the inlet valve
and unscrew.
^ Use pointed nose pliers to withdraw
the plastic filter by the bar (see
illustration). Clean, put back and
secure.
The two filters must be put back in
place after cleaning.
^
Remove the rubber seal 1 from the
recess.
^
Using pointed pliers, take hold of the
plastic filter bar 2, remove the filter
and clean it.
^
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 it leaks,
tighten the connection.
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Problem solving guide
With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the
machine, 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 strict accordance with current 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 display remains
dark, and the
Start/Stop button
indicator light does not
come on.
You are asked to enter
a code.
The display is dark. The display has
There is no power to
the machine.
Access via a code has
been activated.
switched off
automatically to save
energy (Standby
mode).
Check whether
– the mains plug is plugged
in and switched on.
– the fuse or circuit breaker
has tripped.
Enter the code and confirm
the entry. Deactivate the code
if you do not wish this
message to appear in the
display the next time the
machine is switched on.
Press a button. Standby
comes to an end.
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Fault messages in the display
Problem Possible cause Remedy A
Problem solving guide
; lights up in the
display and
Drain fault
flashes.
; lights up in the
display and
Water inlet
fault
flashes.
; lights up in the
display and
Waterproof
fault
flashes.
; lights up in the
display and
Technical
fault
flashes.
Anti-crease
Chk detergent
flashes in the display.
The water outlet is
–
blocked or
restricted.
The drain hose has
–
Clean the drain filter and
–
the drain pump.
The maximum delivery
–
head is 1 m.
been fixed too high.
The water inlet is
–
blocked or
restricted.
Check whether
the stopcock is opened
–
properly.
the inlet hose is kinked.
–
– the water pressure is too
low.
The water protection
Call the Service Department.
system has reacted.
There is a fault. Start the programme again.
If the fault message appears
again, contact the Service
Department.
Excessive foam has
built up during
washing.
Use less detergent next time
and follow the manufacturer's
instructions on dosage given
on the packaging.
A To switch off the fault message: Switch the machine off with I-On/0-Off button.
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Problem solving guide
General problems
Problem Possible cause Remedy
The machine shakes
during the spin cycle.
The laundry has not been
spun properly and is still
wet.
The laundry has not spun
satisfactorily.
The pump makes strange
noises.
There is a lot of
detergent residue in the
detergent drawer.
Fabric conditioner is not
completely dispensed or
too much water remains
in the § compartment.
The display is in a
different language.
When laundry is dry, it
feels hard to the touch.
The machine feet are not
level.
The machine detected an
imbalance during the final
spin and reduced the
spin speed automatically.
The spin speed selected
was too low.
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
with water softeners can
be sticky.
The siphon tube is not
correctly positioned or is
clogged up.
A different language has
been selected in the
Programmable functions
- Language J menu.
Too vigorous wash action. Programme in gentle
Not enough detergent
used.
No fabric conditioner
used
Level the machine (see
"Installation").
Include both large and
small items in the load as
this will give better
distribution.
Select a higher spin
speed next time.
– Clean the water inlet
filter.
– Select Water plus.
Add washing powder
and then add the water
softener.
Clean the siphon, (see
"Cleaning and care Cleaning the detergent
dispenser drawer").
Set the language you
want. The flag symbol
will guide you.
action and more water.
Increase detergent dose
to prevent limescale
build-up in laundry.
Use fabric conditioner in
last rinse.
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Problem solving guide
An unsatisfactory wash result
Problem Possible cause Remedy
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.
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 were 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.
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 a Cottons 95°C programme
with powder detergent but
without a load.
– Before washing the next load
run a Cottons 95°C 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 the Dark garments
programme.
–
Reduce quantity of clothes in
drum.
–
Check care labels and the
programme chart.
–
Use easy iron conditioners.
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Problem solving guide
The drum door does not open when you press the Door button
Possible cause Remedy
The machine is not
connected to the
electricity supply and/or is
not switched on.
The safety lock has been
activated.
Access via a code has
been activated.
Power cut. Open the drum door as described in the next
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.
Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and/or
switch the machine on with the I-On/0-Off button.
Deactivate the safety lock as described in
"Changing the programme sequence - Safety
lock".
Deactivate the code as described in
"Programmable functions - Code".
section.
Press hard against the lock side of the drum door
and then press the Door button.
Clean the drain filter and drain pump as described
in the next section.
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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.
^
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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Problem solving guide
Once the flow of water ceases:
Remove the drain filter completely.
^
^ Clean it thoroughly.
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.
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^
Pull the emergency release
downwards (see illustration). The
drum door will open.
After sales service
In the event of any faults which you
cannot remedy yourself, please
contact:
your Miele Dealer or
–
the Miele Customer Contact Centre
–
(see back cover for contact details).
When contacting your Dealer or Miele,
please quote the model and serial
number of your machine, both of which
are shown on the data plate visible
above the porthole glass when the door
is open.
Future updates (PC)
The indicator 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, the Miele Spare Parts
Department or via the internet at
www.miele-shop.com.
Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded for
training purposes.
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Installation and connection
Front view
a Inlet hose (tested to withstand
pressure of at least 7,000 kPa)
b Electricity supply cable
c - f Flexible drain hose (with
detachable swivel elbow)
g Control panel
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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
Rear view
Installation and connection
a Protruding lid for holding when
moving the machine
b Electricity supply cable
c Inlet hose (tested to withstand
pressure of at least 7,000 kPa)
d Drain hose
e Transit bar covers
f Restraining clip for inlet hose and
drain hose
g Restraining clips for 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.
Ensure that the machine feet and
,
the floor are dry to prevent the
machine from slipping during the
spin cycle.
Removing the transit bars
,
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).
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^
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.
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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Installation and connection
To avoid the risk of injury the
,
holes for the transit bars must be
covered after the transit bars have
been removed.
^ Fit the covers on to the two holes.
Then plug the holes as shown with
the caps.
Secure the transit bars to the back of
^
the washing machine. Make sure that
holes b are fitted over retainers a.
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).
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Re-fitting the transit bars
Re-fitting is carried out by reversing the
procedure.
Levelling the machine
The machine must stand perfectly level
on all four feet to ensure safe and
proper operation.
Incorrect installation may increase
electricity and water consumption and
may cause the machine to move about.
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.
Installation and connection
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.
^
Using the spanner supplied turn
counter nut 2 in a clockwise
direction. Then turn counter nut 2
together with foot 1 to unscrew.
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Installation and connection
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 "WTV"
stacking kit* is necessary and can be
purchased from the Miele Spare Parts
Department or via the internet at
www.miele-shop.com.
Building under a continuous
worktop/in a kitchen run
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.
– A special building under conversion
kit* is required.
To ensure electrical safety, the
washing machine lid must be
replaced by the cover plate supplied
with the conversion kit.
– 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
your Dealer or 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
Replacing the lid
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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.
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 can withstand
pressure of more than 7,000 kPa.
2) Electronic unit and washing
machine housing
– Sump
Installation and connection
Overflow protection
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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 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.
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Installation and connection
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
pressure reducing valve.
Connection to the mains water supply
should incorporate a mains stopcock
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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.
In order to protect the water inlet
valve, the two dirt filters - one in the
open end of the inlet hose, one at
the inlet point in the machine must
not be removed.
Extension hose
Longer hoses 2.5 or 4.0 m in length
–
are available from your Miele dealer
or the Miele Spare Parts Department
as optional extras.
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 or
extension. These are tested to
withstand pressure of at least
7,000 kPa.
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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 purchased from
the Miele Spare Parts Department or
your Miele dealer.
* For a delivery head of more than 1 m
(up to a max. of 1.8 m) a replacement
drain pump will need to be fitted.
Please contact 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.
Please note:
a Adapter
b Nut
c Hose clip
d End of the hose
^ Fit adapter a to the sink drain outlet
using nut b.
^ Attach the end of the hose d to
adapter a.
^
Use a screwdriver to tighten hose
clip c up close to the nut.
–
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
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 suitable residual current device
(RCD). Contact a qualified electrician
for advice.
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 6.0 kg 1.99 47 2 h 09 min
Minimum iron 40°C
Delicates 30°C 2.0 kg 0.35 69 49 min 59 min
Woollens / 30°C 2.0 kg 0.23 39 – 39 min
Silks / 30°C 1.0 kg 0.25 39 – 36 min
Express 40°C 3.0 kg 0.30 34 – 30 min
Automatic 40°C 3.5 kg 0.35 - 0.50 40 - 55 – 1 h 18 min
Shirts 60°C 2.0 kg 1.00 59 1 h 02 min 1 h 12 min
Denim 40°C 3.0 kg 0.50 52 50 min 1 h 00 min
Outerwear 40°C 2.0 kg 0.45 59 53 min 1 h 03 min
Dark garments 40°C 3.0 kg 0.60 60 1 h 05 min 1 h 15 min
Notes for test institutes:
1)
EN 60456 test programme
2)
Short programme for test institutes; the Short extra option must be selected.
1)
60°C
60°C 3.0 kg 0.73 39 1 h 02 min
40°C
40°C
6.0 kg 1.02 47 1 h 49 min
1)
6.0 kg 0.65 59 2 h 04 min
2)
3.0 kg 0.36 39 59 min
1)
3.0 kg 0.50 55 59 min 1 h 19 min
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 extra options
selected.
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Technical data
Height 850 mm
Width 595 mm
Depth 580 mm
Depth with door open 975 mm
Height for building under 820 mm
Width for building under 600 mm
Depth for building under 600 mm
Weight 93 kg
Maximum floor load 1,600 Newton (approx. 160 kg)
Capacity 6 kg dry laundry
Voltage see data plate
Connected load see data plate
Fuse rating (UK) see data plate / plug
Consumption data see "Consumption data"
Water flow pressure min. 100 kPa (1 bar)
Water flow pressure max. 1,000 kPa (10 bar)
Inlet hose length 1.60 m
Drain hose length 1.50 m
Mains connection cable length 1.60 m
Delivery head max. 1.00 m
Maximum drainage length 5.00 m
Test certificates awarded see data plate
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Programmable functions
for changing default settings
The programmable functions are used to alter the machine's electronics to suit
changing requirements.
Programmable functions can be altered at any time.
Programmable functions
To access programmable functions
The programmable functions are
accessed via the Start/Stop button
and the programme selector.
Before you begin, first ensure that:
The washing machine is switched off.
–
The machine is properly closed.
–
A Press the Start/Stop button and keep
it pressed in whilst carrying out steps
B-C.
B Press the I-On/0-Off button in.
C As soon as...
Language !...
. . . appears in the display, release
the Start/Stop button.
To select a programmable function
D Turn the programme selector until
the programmable function you
require appears in the display.
E Press the Start/Stop button to confirm
your selection.
To alter a programmable function
You can see the different options
available for a programmable function
by turning the programme selector.
The option which is currently set will
have a tick L beside it.
F Turn the programme selector until
the option you want appears in the
display.
G Press the Start/Stop button to
activate this option.
To come out of programmable
functions
H Turn the programme selector until
Back
A appears in the display.
I Press the Start/Stop button.
Language F
The display can be set to appear in
one of several different languages.
The flag J after the word Language
acts as a guide to prevent a language
which will not be understood from
being set.
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The language selected is saved to
memory.
Programmable functions
Water plus
This programmable function is used
to select the water intake setting for
the Water plus extra option.
There are three different options:
Water +
(the machine is delivered with this
option selected)
The water level is increased in the wash
and rinse stages.
Extra rinse
An extra rinse is introduced.
Water+ & Extra rinse
The water intake is increased in the
wash and rinse stages and an
additional rinse is also introduced.
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.
Gentle action can be activated for the
Cottons and the Minimum iron
programmes.
The washing machine is delivered with
the Gentle action setting deactivated.
Suds cooling
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.
Suds cooling takes place when
temperatures of 95°C and 75°C are
selected.
Suds cooling 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 machine is delivered with Suds
cooling deactivated.
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Programmable functions
Code
A code can be used to lock the
electronics on the washing machine
to prevent it being used without your
knowledge.
When the code has been activated, you
have to enter a code after switching the
washing machine on. Otherwise the
washing machine cannot be operated.
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Press the Start/Stop button.
^
The following will appear in the display:
Code activated
Once the machine is switched off, it
can only be used again if the code is
entered.
Code ...
Press the Start/Stop button.
^
To activate the code
Activate
^ Press the Start/Stop button.
The display will now request that a
code is entered.
To enter the code
The code is 125 and cannot be altered.
O __ __
^
Turn the programme selector until the
first number appears in the display.
^
Confirm your selection of the number
by pressing the Start/Stop button.
^
Repeat the process until all three
numbers have been entered.
To use the washing machine when
the code is activated
When the machine is switched on
again, the display will request the code.
^ Enter code 125 as described above
and confirm the entry.
The washing machine is now unlocked
and ready for use.
To deactivate the code
Make sure the washing machine is
switched off and the door is properly
closed. Press the Start/Stop button and
keep it pressed in whilst you press the
l-On/0-Off button in.
As soon as...
O __ __
. . . appears in the display, release
the Start/Stop button.
^
Now enter the code and press the
Start/Stop button.
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^
Select Code and confirm Deactivate.
Programmable functions
Temperature unit
You can chose for the temperature to
be displayed as °C/Celsius or
°F/Fahrenheit.
The machine is delivered with
°C/Celsius as the default setting.
Buzzer
When the buzzer function has been
activated, an audible tone sounds at
the end of a programme or when
Rinse hold is reached.
There are two volumes:
Normal
(the machine is delivered with this
option as the default setting.)
The buzzer sounds at the end of a
programme or when Rinse hold is
reached.
Loud
The buzzer sounds at maximum volume
Loud at the end of a programme or
when Rinse hold is reached.
Keypad tone
An audible tone sounds each time a
button is pressed.
The machine is delivered with the
keypad tone deactivated.
Brightness
There are ten different display
brightness settings.
The bar chart shows you the setting.
The machine is delivered with the
display brightness on setting 5.
This will change as soon as a different
setting is chosen.
Contrast
There are ten different display
contrast settings.
The bar chart shows you the setting.
The machine is delivered with the
display contrast on setting 5.
This will change as soon as a different
setting is chosen.
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Programmable functions
Standby display
To save energy, the display goes out
and the indicator light for the
Start/Stop button will start flashing
slowly.
The display will always go out,
if a programme is not selected within
–
10 minutes of the machine being
switched on.
10 minutes after the end of a
–
programme.
Pressing one of the buttons switches
the display back on again.
You can also choose whether you want
the display to go out 10 minutes after a
programme has started or to remain
visible throughout the programme.
On
The standby function is switched on.
When this option is selected, the
display will go out 10 minutes after a
programme has started.
Not in current prog.
Memory
The washing machine will store the
most recently selected settings
(programme, temperature, spin
speed and any extra options) in
memory once the programme has
started.
These settings will appear in the
display the next time the machine is
switched on.
The machine is delivered with the
memory function deactivated.
Anti-crease
Anti-crease helps prevent creasing if
laundry is not normally removed
immediately after the end of a
programme.
The drum will turn at intervals for up to
30 minutes after the programme has
finished.
The door can be opened and laundry
removed at any time during the
anti-crease phase.
(the machine is delivered with this
option selected)
The standby function is switched off.
The display will remain visible during a
programme.
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On
(the machine is delivered with this
option selected)
Anti-crease is activated.
Off
Anti-crease is deactivated.
Optional accessories
Miele washing machines offer perfect
care for your laundry and feature a
wide range of special programmes
designed to suit the fabric being
washed. And now Miele have
developed a range of specialist
CareCollection detergents and
conditioning products to offer you a
complete package for cleaning and
caring for your laundry.
The Miele CareCollection detergents
and conditioning products are listed
below. You can order these and many
other useful products via the internet at:
All the products can also be ordered
via the Miele Customer Contact Centre
(see back cover for contact details).
CareCollection
Miele specialist detergents
"Outdoor wear"
This specialist detergent will clean your
water-repellent outerwear with care.
"Sportswear"
The Miele Sportswear detergent is
designed to clean sportswear whilst
taking care of the special microfibres
used in these garments. It will help to
neutralise and remove odours whilst
protecting the colour of the fabric and
preventing static build-up.
"Down Items"
This special-purpose detergent
contains a mild tenside and has been
specially formulated to keep down-filled
items supple and to give them bounce.
Miele proofing agent
This special finishing agent reproofs
garments against wind and water and
provides a dirt-repellent finish whilst
retaining elasticity and breathability.
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Optional accessories
"UltraWhite" detergent
This multi-purpose powder detergent
has excellent stain removal properties
and is suitable for white and light
coloured laundry as well as heavily
soiled coloured items.
"UltraColor" detergent for coloured
garments
This liquid detergent is particularly
suitable for cleaning coloured and dark
garments. The special formulation
offers effective stain removal, even at
low temperatures, while helping to
prevent colours fading.
Liquid detergent "For Delicates"
This liquid detergent is ideal for the
gentle treatment of delicate fabrics,
such as wool and silk. Its special
formulation cleans effectively at
temperatures as low as 20°C, while
protecting the colour of your delicate
garments.
Fabric conditioner
The Miele fabric conditioner will give
your laundry a fresh, natural fragrance.
It makes garments soft to handle and
prevents static build-up during tumble
drying.
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