Operating and Installation
Instructions
Washer
W 4840
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en - US, CA |
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M.-Nr. 06 982 281 |
Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Guide to the washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Display function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Setting the display language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Using the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 1. Prepare and sort the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 2. Load the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Loading a comforter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 3. Select a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4. Select a temperature and/or spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Program guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Final spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 5. Select an option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 6. Add detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Detergents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Fabric after care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 7. Select Delay Start (if desired) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 8. Start the program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 9. Activate the Child Lock (if desired) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 10. Program end . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Canceling a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Interrupting a program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Changing a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Adjusting the temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Adjusting the spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Adjusting the options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Quick guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Using the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Adding/removing laundry during a wash program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Cleaning the exterior and control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Cleaning the drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Cleaning the detergent drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Cleaning the water inlet filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 A wash program cannot be started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 The display shows a fault message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 General problems with the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Unsatisfactory wash results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 The drum door cannot be opened. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Removing the shipping struts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Leveling the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Plumbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Water connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Drainage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Setting the display language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Help protect our environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
,WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons while using your appliance follow basic safety precautions, including the following:
~Read all instructions before using the appliance.
~GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In
the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
~WARNING - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor may result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
~Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
~Before connecting the machine, ensure that the connection data on the data plate (fusing, voltage and frequency) match the mains electrical supply. If in doubt contact an electrician.
~Do not use an extension cord to connect this appliance to the power supply. Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
~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.
~Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
~This appliance is not designed for maritime use or for use in mobile installations such as recreational vehicles or aircraft. However, under certain conditions it may be possible for an installation in these applications. Please contact the Miele Technical Service Dept. with specific requirements.
~Do not install or use a washer with visible damage.
~Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in these operating instructions.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
~Faulty components must only be replaced with genuine Miele spare parts.
~If the power cord is damaged it must only be replaced by a Miele Service technician with a genuine Miele power cord.
~Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes before using the washing machine. This will release any built-up hydrogen gas. Do not smoke or use an open flame during this time, the gas is flammable.
~Before the appliance is removed for service or discarded, remove the door.
Use
~Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
~The drum door glass will be hot when washing at very high temperatures.
Do not touch the glass. Danger of burns! Keep children away from the washer when in use.
~Only use the washing machine to wash items which are specified by the manufacturer to be machine washable on the fabric care label. Any other applications may be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use of the appliance.
~Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned, washed, soaked or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable substances. These articles give off vapors that could ignite or explode. Do not add these items to the wash load.
~Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors which could ignite or explode.
~Do not use cleaning solvents on or near the machine or the controls. Contact with cleaning solvents will damage the surface.
~Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
~Do not tamper
with the controls.
~The control panel must only be exchanged or removed by an authorized Miele Service Technician. If the control panel is not professionally exchanged there is a danger of electric shock and the machine may be damaged.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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Guide to the washer
Control panel
a Program buttons
To select a wash program.
b Option buttons
Special features to enhance a wash program.
c PC Indicator
Allows a service technician to check and update the wash programs.
d Delay Start button
To delay the start of a program.
eDisplay with menu buttons
See "Display function" for more information.
fStart
Starts the selected wash program.
g Pause button
Pauses or cancels a program.
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Guide to the washer
Display function
The display allows you to operate and select various functions of the washer.
Selection and display of program settings
–Temperature selection
–Spin speed selection
–Delay start
–Display of an approximate program running time
Program selection using the display
By pressing the "MasterCare" button, you can select from the following programs:
–Extra White
–Delicates
–Denim / Jeans
–Dress shirts
–Comforters
–Outerwear
–Table linens
–Beach towels
–Express
–Drain / Spin
–Quick rinse
"Menu" buttons
Various settings can be made with the "Menu" buttons.
The values above the vertical line can be adjusted and/or confirmed.
Example:
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Example:
MasterCare
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With the "+" button additional programs can be selected and confirmed with the "OK" button.
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Before using for the first time
The appliance must be correctly installed and connected before the first use. Please see the "Installation instructions."
This washing machine has undergone thorough functional testing in the factory, there may be some residual water in the drum from this process.
Running a spin cycle before the first use is, for safety reasons, not possible. To activate the spin cycle a wash program must be run without laundry or detergent.
^ Turn on the water supply.
The Welcome screen shows once the washer is turned on for the first time.
The Welcome screen will not show after the washer has run for more than 1 hour.
The display now shows the language setting.
Setting the display language
The default setting for the display language is German. The display language can be adjusted.
Language
english
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Shipping strut reminder
The shipping struts must be removed before the first use to avoid machine damage.
^Confirm that the shipping struts have been removed by pressing "OK".
The washer is now ready for the first use.
Starting the first wash program
Select program
^Press the program button "Sanitize".
^Press the "Start" button.
Once the program has finished the first use is complete. The washer can be used.
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Using the washer
1. Prepare and sort the laundry Sort the laundry
^ Empty all pockets.
,Foreign objects left in pockets (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to clothes and the machine.
Pretreat stains
^Tough stains (blood, egg, coffee, tea, etc.) or badly soiled areas (collars and cuffs) should be pretreated with a stain remover or a paste made from powder detergent and warm water. Dab stains with a damp light colored cloth. Do not rub!
,Do not use chemical solvents in the machine.
^Only wash items that are labeled machine washable by the manufacturer. Most garments have a fabric care label in the collar or side seam.
^Sort the laundry by care label and color.
General tips
–Dark fabrics often bleed the first few times they are washed. They should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load.
–Curtains: Remove any lead weights or strips before washing.
–Loose bra underwires should be removed or sewn in place before washing.
–Woolens, knitted garments, jeans, pants and sweat shirts should be turned inside out.
–Close zippers, hooks and eyelets before washing.
–Comforter covers and pillowcases should be fastened to prevent small items from rolling inside of them.
–Do not wash items with the h symbol on the fabric care label.
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2. Load the laundry
^Open the drum door.
^Load the laundry loosely in the drum. For best results, wash mixed loads of small and large items. This will improve washing effectiveness and help distribute the load evenly.
^Close the drum door. To prevent damage make sure that there are no clothes caught between the drum door and seal.
^ Close the drum door.
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Loading a comforter |
Comforter loaded correctly |
"Full size" comforters can be washed up to 84" x 88" / 213 x 224 cm.
Make sure to load the comforter correctly to avoid damage.
Comforter loaded incorrectly
^ Fold the comforter and load into the washer.
^ Turn the comforter in the drum so that a smooth surface forms facing the door when the comforter is completely loaded.
,Make sure that the comforter does not touch the rubber door seal and that all corners are tucked in.
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3. Select a program
^Press the button of the desired program.
The indicator of the selected program lights.
4. Select a temperature and/or spin speed
The preselected temperature and/or spin speed can be adjusted if the program allows for it. See the "Program guide".
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By pressing the left menu button "Warm", the temperature will be adjusted. Pressing the right menu button "High spin" will adjust the spin speed.
If "MasterCare" is selected a list will appear in the display.
MasterCare
Extra White
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^With the left menu button "+" additional programs can be selected and then confirmed with the right menu button "OK".
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^If desired and allowed by the program, adjust the temperature with the left menu button and spin speed with the right menu button.
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Temperature |
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Delicates |
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All items made from denim. |
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Pretreat collars and cuffs depending on |
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Close all zippers. |
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High spin |
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Temperature |
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Beach towels |
Options: Buzzer |
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Program to rinse sand from beach |
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towels. |
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Do not use detergent. |
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Express |
Options: Buzzer |
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Warm |
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Max spin |
Small loads of mixed items for the |
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High spin |
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Med spin |
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Slow spin |
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No Spin |
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Quick rinse |
Options: Buzzer |
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Slow spin |
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Hold |
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No Spin |
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Using the washer
Final spin speed
Program |
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Normal |
High spin |
Wrinkle-free |
High spin |
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Sanitize |
Max spin |
Handwash |
Med spin |
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Woolens |
High spin |
Silk |
Slow spin |
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Custom |
Max spin |
Extra White |
Max spin |
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Delicates |
Med spin |
Denim/Jeans |
High spin |
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Dress shirts |
Med spin |
Comforters |
High spin |
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Outerwear |
Med spin |
Table linens |
High spin |
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Beach towels |
Max spin |
Express |
Max spin |
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Drain/Spin |
Max spin |
Quick rinse |
High spin |
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The final spin speed can be reduced, if the program allows changes. The selection of a final spin speed higher than that shown above is not possible.
Rinse spin
The laundry is spun after the main wash and between the rinse cycles. Reducing the final spin speed will also reduce the rinse spin speeds.
Hold
^ Select "Hold".
The laundry is not spun and remains soaking in water. This will prevent wrinkles if the laundry is not removed immediately at the end of the wash program.
–Selecting/Starting the final spin
The washer is set default to the maximum spin speed of the wash program. You can select a lower spin speed if desired.
^Press "Start" to start the final spin.
– To finish the program
^Press and hold the "Pause" button until the program ends.
No spin
(Deselect rinse spin and final spin)
^Select "No spin". The laundry is not spun after the final rinse, but the water is drained away. After the drain cycle the washer goes immediately into the anti-crease cycle.
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