Miele W 4842 User Manual

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Operating and Installation Instructions Washer W 4842
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions
before
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M.-Nr. 07 459 560
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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Guide to the washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Control panel ......................................................7
Display function ....................................................8
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Setting the display language ..........................................9
Washing tips: .....................................................10
Using the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1. Prepare and sort the laundry .......................................11
2. Load the laundry ................................................12
Loading a comforter ...............................................13
3. Select a program ................................................14
4. Select a temperature and/or spin speed ..............................14
Program guide ....................................................15
Final spin speed ..................................................19
5. Select an option .................................................20
6. Add detergent ..................................................21
Detergents .......................................................23
Fabric after care ..................................................24
7. Select Delay Start (if desired) ......................................25
8. Start the program................................................26
9. Activate the Child Lock (if desired) ..................................26
10. Program end ..................................................27
Quick guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Using the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Canceling a program...............................................29
Interrupting a program..............................................29
Changing a program ...............................................29
Adjusting the temperature ...........................................29
Adjusting the spin speed............................................29
Adjusting the options ...............................................29
Adding/removing laundry during a wash program ........................30
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Contents
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Cleaning the exterior and control panel ................................31
Cleaning the drum .................................................31
Cleaning the dispenser drawer .......................................32
Cleaning the water inlet filters ........................................34
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
No wash program will start ..........................................35
The display shows a fault message....................................36
General issues with the washer .......................................37
Unsatisfactory wash results ..........................................38
The drum door cannot be opened.....................................39
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Installation site ....................................................46
Removing the shipping struts ........................................47
Leveling the washer................................................48
Plumbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Setting the display language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Help protect our environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Correct usage
WARNING - To reduce the risk of
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fire, electric shock or injury to persons while using your appliance follow basic safety precautions, including the following:
Only use the washing machine to
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wash items which are specified by the manufacturer to be machine washable on the fabric care label. Any other applications may be dangerous.
Read all instructions before installation or use to prevent injury and appliance damage.
This appliance conforms to all uniform safety codes and regulations.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Persons who lack physical, sensory
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or mental abilities, or experience with the appliance should not use it without supervision or instruction by a responsible person.
Children
Do not allow children to play on or in
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the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
The drum door glass will be hot
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when washing at very high temperatures. Do not touch the glass. Danger of burns! Keep children away from the washer when in use.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Technical safety
Do not install or use a washer with
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visible damage.
Before connecting the machine,
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ensure that the connection data on the data plate (fusing, voltage and frequency) match the mains electrical supply. If in doubt contact an electrician.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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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 equipment- grounding 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
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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
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with the appliance - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Do not use an extension cord to
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connect this appliance to the power supply. Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
Faulty components must only be
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replaced with genuine Miele spare parts.
Installation, repair and maintenance
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work should be performed by a Miele authorized service technician. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty.
Do not repair or replace any part of
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the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in these operating instructions.
If the power cord is damaged it
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must only be replaced by a Miele Ser­vice technician with a genuine Miele power cord.
Before servicing, cleaning or in the
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event of a fault, disconnect the appliance from the main power supply.
Only use a new hose kit to connect
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the washer to the water supply. Old hosing should not be re-used.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen
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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
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service or discarded, remove the door.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety
Do not install or store this appliance
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where it will be exposed to the weather.
Do not install the washing machine
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in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur.
Before using the washer for the first
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time, remove the shipping struts at the back of the appliance (see "Installation
- Removing the shipping struts"). Failure to remove the shipping struts can damage the washer and surroundings during spinning.
During extended absences (e.g.,
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vacation), close the water supply.
Danger of flooding!
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Before hanging the drain hose in the sink, make sure the water will drain away quickly enough. Secure the hose. The force of the water exiting the hose can cause an unsecured hose to pop out of the sink.
Ensure that no foreign objects are
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left in pockets (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) this can cause damage to clothes and the machine.
Proper dosing of the detergent will
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eliminate the need to remove lime deposits. However, if heavy limescale does form on the washer, select a descaling agent with corrosion protection. Closely follow the instructions on the product package.
Do not wash articles that have been
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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
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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
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near the machine or the controls. Contact with cleaning solvents will damage the surface.
Do not reach into the appliance if
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the drum is moving.
Do not tamper
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with the controls.
Accessories
Only use genuine Miele
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accessories. If unapproved parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims may become void.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND REVIEW THEM PERIODICALLY
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Control panel
Guide to the washer
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.
e Display with menu buttons
See "Display function" for more information.
f Start
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
– Silk
– Denim / Jeans
Dress shirts
Comforters
Outerwear
Table linens
"Menu" buttons
Various settings can be made with the "Menu" buttons.
The values above the vertical line can be adjusted and/or confirmed.
Example:
Duration: 1:02 h
MG G P G G GM
Warm
MG G G G P GM
High spin
Pressing the left menu button "Warm" allows to adjust the temperature. The "High spin" button allows you to adjust the spin speed.
Example:
Beach towels
Drain / Spin
Quick rinse
Clean Machine
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MasterCare
Extra White
+
OK
With the "+" button additional programs can be selected and confirmed with the "OK" button.
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The appliance must be correctly installed and connected before the first use. Please see the "Installation instructions."
This washing machine has undergone thorough testing in the factory, there may be some residual water in the drum from this process.
Before using for the first time
Shipping strut reminder
The shipping struts must be removed before the first use to avoid machine damage.
Confirm that the shipping struts have
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been removed by pressing "OK".
The washer is now ready for the first use.
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
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.
+ OK
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Select the desired language by pressing the left menu button "+". Confirm the setting with the right "OK" button.
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Before using for the first time
Washing tips:
Energy and water consumption
Do not overload the washer. The
energy and water consumption will be most energy efficient.
Use the "Express" program for small
loads.
When smaller amounts of laundry are
washed using the "Normal" and "Sanitize" programs, the automatic load recognition feature will automatically reduce the water, energy, and time for that load. This may cause a correction in the remaining time displayed for the wash.
– If applicable use the program
"Normal - Very Warm" instead of "Sanitize". It saves between 35% and 45% energy. For most soiling, this is sufficient. For stubborn soiling use the option "Heavy Soil".
Detergent use
Use the recommended amount of
detergent.
Bear in mind the soiling degree of
the laundry.
Use less detergent for small loads.
Options selection (Extended, Heavy Soil)
Select for:
For light to normal soiled items
without stains use a wash program without an option.
– For normal to heavily soiled items
with stains wash with the "Extended" option.
– For heavily soiled items use a wash
program with the "Heavy Soil" option and "Extended".
– Items with lager soiling, e.g. dust,
sand, use a program with the option "Heavy Soil".
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Tip: If you will be using a tumble dryer to dry the laundry
Select the highest spin speed suitable for the wash load to remove as much water as possible to save energy when tumble drying.
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1. Prepare and sort the laundry
Empty all pockets.
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Foreign objects left in pockets
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(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!
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Do not use chemical solvents in
the machine.
Sort the laundry
Only wash items that are labeled
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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
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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 into 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
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damage, make sure that there is no clothing caught between the drum door and the seal.
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^
Close the drum door.
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Loading a comforter
"Full size" comforters up to 84" x 88" / 213 x 224 cm can be washed.
Make sure to load the comforter correctly to avoid damage.
^ 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.
Comforter loaded correctly
Comforter loaded incorrectly
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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".
Duration: 1:02 h
MG G P G G GM
Warm
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
+
MG G G G P GM
High spin
OK
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With the left menu button "+" additional programs can be selected and then confirmed with the right menu button "OK".
Duration: 1:12 h
Extra White
Hot
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If desired and allowed by the
Max spin
program, adjust the temperature with the left menu button and spin speed with the right menu button.
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Program guide
Temperature Final Spin Item / Tip
Normal Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer
Hot D Items made from cottons, linen or Very warm C
mixed fabrics.
Warm B Max spin
Cold A
No heat
Wrinkle-free Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer Hot J High spin Items made from synthetics, mixed Very warm I Med spin Warm H
Cold G
No heat
Sanitize Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer Sanitize E Max spin Items which have skin contact or for
Hot D High spin
Handwash Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer Warm N Hand washable items which do not
Cold M Med spin
No heat
Important:
Fill the drum only Items need room to move otherwise they might get caught in the drum door seal.
fabrics or wrinkle free cottons.
special hygienic requests.
contain wool or silk.
3
/4of the way.
The default settings are highlighted in bold.
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Temperature Final Spin Item / Tip
Woolens Options: Sensitive, Buzzer Warm M High spin Items made from washable wool or
Cold Med spin
No heat Slow spin
Rinse hold
No spin
Express Options: Buzzer Warm B Max spin Small loads of mixed items without a
Cold A High spin
No heat Med spin
Slow spin
Rinse hold
No spin
Custom Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer
mixed woolens.
high degree of soiling.
Sanitize E Max spin All options are selectable for Hot D High spin Very warm C Med spin Warm B Slow spin Cold A Rinse hold
No heat No spin
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"Sanitize" and "Normal" programs.
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Temperature Final Spin Item / Tip
Extra White Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer Hot D Max spin For white items without special
Very warm C High spin
Delicates Options: Extended, Buzzer Warm N Med spin For delicate items made from Cold M Slow spin
No heat Rinse hold
No spin
Silk Options: Buzzer Warm N Slow spin Silk and hand washable items which
Cold M
Denim / Jeans Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer Warm B High spin All items made from denim.
Cold A Med spin
No heat
Dress shirts Options: Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer Warm B Med spin Pretreat collars and cuffs depending
Cold A Slow spin
No heat Rinse hold
No spin
Comforters Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer Warm H High spin Comforters and pillows
Cold G Med spin
No heat Slow spin
Outerwear Options: Buzzer Cold G Med spin Close all zippers.
hygienic requests.
synthetics.
do not contain wool.
Before washing denim items turn them inside out.
on soiling.
Max. 81" -84" x 86" - 88" (205 cm-213 cm x 218 cm-224 cm)
Do not use fabric softener.
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Temperature Final Spin Item / Tip
Table linens Options: Buzzer Warm B High spin For tablecloths and napkins.
Cold A Med spin
No heat Slow spin
Rinse hold
No spin
Beach towels Options: Buzzer
Cold Max spin Program to rinse sand from beach
towels. Do not use detergent.
Drain / Spin Options: Buzzer
Max spin
High spin
Med spin
Slow spin
No spin
Quick rinse Options: Buzzer
High spin
Med spin
Slow spin
Rinse hold
No spin
Clean Machine Options: Buzzer
Sanitize To clean the drum and all
waterways. Run program without laundry.
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Final spin speed
Program
Normal Max spin
Wrinkle free High spin
Sanitize Max spin
Handwash Med spin
Woolens High spin
Express Max spin
Custom Max spin
Extra White Max spin
Delicates Med spin
Silk Slow spin
Denim / Jeans High spin
Dress shirts Med spin
Comforters High spin
Outerwear Med spin
Table linens High spin
Beach towels Max spin
Drain / Spin Max spin
Quick rinse High spin
Clean Machine
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".
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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)
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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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5. Select an option
Select the desired Option with the
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respective button. Once an Option is selected, the indicator lights.
See the "Program Guide" to determine which Option is selectable for each program.
If an Option cannot be selected, the wash program does not permit it.
Heavy Soil
For heavily soiled laundry or stubborn dried on stains.
A pre-wash takes place and the wash time for the main wash is extended.
Extended
For laundry with normal to heavy soiling or stains.
The main wash cycle time for the wash program is extended.
Sensitive
An additional final rinse washes away detergent residue and scents.
An additional rinse takes place.
Buzzer
A buzzer signals the end of the wash program or after "Hold". The buzzer sounds until the washer is turned off. The buzzer volume can be adjusted.
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Adjusting the buzzer volume
No program is selected.
^
Press the "Buzzer" button until the display shows:
Volume setting
MG G G P G GM
)
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Press the left menu button ")"to
OK
adjust the buzzer volume. Confirm with "OK".
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6. Add detergent
Front loading washing machines require significantly less detergent than traditional top loaders. Closely follow the requirements of the detergent manufacturer.
Use detergent according to the laundry soiling and water hardness.
Light soiling
No soiling or stains are visible.
Normal soiling
Some visible soiling or a few light stains.
Heavy soiling
Very visible soiling or stains. Use the "Heavy soil" function and add detergent in the Heavy soil compartment as described.
Too little detergent may cause:
Ineffective cleaning of laundry;
fabrics may become gray and stiff over time.
Grease stains on the laundry.
Hard water deposits on the heating
element.
Too much detergent may cause:
Over sudsing with minimal drum
movement; poor wash, rinse and spin results.
– Higher water consumption through
an automatic, additional rinse cycle.
– Higher environmental burden.
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Pull out the detergent dispenser
^
drawer.
Add detergent to the desired
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compartments.
Main wash
Detergent for the main wash
Heavy Soil
Detergent for the pre-wash
Bleach
Bleach used as described by the manufacturer; placed in the bleach compartment
Softener
Fabric softener or liquid starch
^ Add detergent to the Main Wash
compartment at the beginning of each wash program.
1
^ Only add detergent (
/4total recommended amount) to the "Heavy Soil" compartment, if the "Heavy Soil" option was selected.
^
If you do not use bleach, please remove the insert from the main wash compartment.
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^ Close the detergent drawer.
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Detergents
You can use all high efficiency detergents which are formulated for household washing machines. Closely follow the requirements of the detergent manufacturer.
Universal Color Delicate Special Bleach Fabric
Softener
Normal X X X X
Wrinkle free X X X X
Sanitize X X X
Handwash X X X X
Woolens X
Express
Custom X X X X
Extra White X X X
Delicates X X X X
Silk X X
Denim / Jeans
1)
1)
XX–––X
XXXXXX
Dress shirts X X X X
Comforters
1)
–––XXX
Outerwear X X
Table linens X X
Beach towels X
Quick rinse X
Clean Machine X
1)
only liquid detergent
Miele offers a variety of specialized laundry detergents and fabric softeners, each uniquely designed to meet your individual laundry care needs. For more information visit the Miele.com web site.
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Fabric after care
Fabric softener
Makes fabrics feel softer and reduces static cling in the dryer.
Mild liquid starch
A synthetic starch wash that gives fabrics some stiffness.
Starch
Gives the fabrics stiffness and volume.
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Add the fabric softener or mild liquid starch to the "Softener" compartment.
Do not exceed the maximum fill level marked inside the compartment.
The fabric softener / liquid starch will be dispensed during the final rinse. A small amount of water will remain in the compartment at the end of the program.
Bleach
^ Pour bleach into the bleach
compartment.
During the Main Wash the bleach will be automatically rinsed from the compartment and added to the cycle.
Dyes / Dye removers
The use of dyes in the washer is recommended only to a degree of usual household use. The salt used for dying may corrode the stainless steel with frequent use.
^
Use as directed by the manufacturer.
,
Do not use dye removers in
this washer!
If starching frequently, clean the dispenser compartment and especially the siphon tube.
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7. Select Delay Start (if desired)
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Start in: 0:30 h
Delay start allows you to delay the start of a program from 30 minutes to a maximum of 24 hours.
^ Press the "Delay" button.
MG G P G G GM
Warm
With every touch of the "Delay"
^
MG G G G P GM
High spin
button, the start is delayed longer. Hold to speed up the count.
For a delay less than 10 hours, the
delay time extends in 30 minute increments.
For a delay more than 10 hours, the
delay time extends in 1 hour increments.
Cancel
^ Press the "Pause" button.
Adjust
To adjust the "Delay Start" time cancel then reset.
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8. Start the program
Press the flashing "Start" button.
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If a delay start is set, the remaining times elapses in the display. Once the delayed start time has elapsed or im­mediately after the program starts, the approximate program running time is displayed. The washer calculates the water absorbency of the laundry in the first 8 minutes. The overall program time may be shortened or lengthened.
Additionally the sequence cycle is displayed. The washer shows the current program step.
9. Activate the Child Lock (if desired)
The Child Lock prevents a program from being canceled.
Press and hold the "Heavy Soil"
^
button until the display shows:
Locked
X
Deactivate the Child Lock
^ Press and hold the "Heavy Soil"
button until the display shows:
Ready to use
W
Once the program has finished, the Child Lock must be deactivated.
The drum door will be locked and the drum light will turn off once the program starts.
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If a program was started without detergent, cancel the program first. Add detergent, then select and start a program again.
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10. Program end
End
Open the drum door and remove the
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laundry.
Check the drum for any missed pieces of laundry. Items inad vertently left in the washer may be damaged (e.g. shrink or discolor) during the next wash cycle.
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Check the folds of the door seal for
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any small articles.
^ Close the drum door.
^ Activate the Child Lock so children or
animals do not find their way into the drum.
^ Shut off the water supply if the
washer will not be used for a longer period of time, e.g. vacationing.
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Quick guide
Remove this guide for easy reference
Please read all instructions, especially the "Important Safety Instructions", before using the washer.
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Quick guide
1. Sort the laundry
^ Empty all pockets.
^ Sort the laundry by fabric care label
and color.
^ Pretreat stains.
2. Load the laundry
3. Select a program
Press the button of the desired
^
program.
The indicator of the selected program lights.
4. Select a temperature
The preselected temperature and/or spin speed can be adjusted if the program allows.
^
Open the drum door and load the laundry.
^
Close the drum door.
To prevent damage, make sure that no clothing is caught between the drum door and seal.
Example:
Duration: 1:02 h
MG G P G G GM
Warm
MG G G G P GM
High spin
By pressing the left menu button "Warm", the temperature will be adjusted. Pressing the right menu button "High spin speed" will adjust the spin speed.
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Quick guide
5. Select an Option
^ Select the desired Option with the
respective button. Once an Option is selected the indicator lights.
6. Add detergent
7. Select Delay Start (if desired)
Press the "Delay" button.
^
Duration: 1:02 h
MG G P G G GM
Warm
With every touch of the "Delay"
^
button, the start is delayed longer.
8. Start a program
Press the flashing "Start" button.
^
9. Activate the Child Lock (if desired)
^ Press the "Heavy soil" button until the
display shows:
MG G G G P GM
High spin
Locked
X
^
Add detergent to the appropriate compartments.
^
Deactivate the Child Lock after the program has finished.
10. Unload the laundry
^
Open the drum door.
^
Remove the laundry.
^
Shut off the water supply if the washer will not be used for a longer period of time, e.g. vacationing.
Check the drum for any missed pieces of laundry. Items inadvertently left in the washer may be damaged (e.g. shrink or discolor) during the next wash cycle.
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Quick guide
Program guide
Sanitize
Hot
Very warm
Warm
Cold
No heat
Normal XXX XXX
Wrinkle free XXXX X X X
Sanitize X X X X
Handwash X X X X
Woolens X X X X XXXX
Express X XXX XXXXX
Custom XXXXX X X XXXXX
Extra White X X X X
Delicates X X X X XXX
Silk X X X
Denim / Jeans X XX X X
Dress shirts X XX X XXX
Comforters X XX X XX
Outerwear X X
Table linens X XX X XXXX
Beach towels X X
Drain / Spin X XXX X
Quick rinse X XXXX
Clean Machine X
Silk
Delicates
Extra White
Custom
Express
Woolens
Handwash
Sanitize
Wrinkle free
Normal
Max spin
Jeans
High spin
Comforters
Dress shirts
Slow spin
Med spin
Table linens
Outerwear
Rinse hold
No spin
Clean Machine
Beach towels
Heavy Soil XXX XXXXXXX
Extended XXXX XXXXXX
Sensitive XXXXX XX XXX X
Buzzer XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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Using the washer
Canceling a program
A program can be canceled any time after the program start.
^ Press and hold the "Pause" button
until the display shows:
Cancel
The wash water will be drained away.
Interrupting a program
Press the "Pause" button briefly.
^
The washer interrupts the program and unlocks the door.
To continue:
Press the "Start" button.
^
Changing a program
A program change is not possible once the program has started. The program must be canceled.
Adjusting the temperature
The temperature can be changed up to 6 minutes after the program start.
Adjusting the spin speed
The spin speed can be adjusted anytime up to the beginning of the final spin.
To add or remove laundry
^
Open the drum door.
To select another program
The display requests the program selection.
^
Select the desired program.
Adjusting the options
The options "Extended" or "Sensitive" can be selected or deselected up to 6 minutes after the program start.
The "Buzzer" option can be selected or deselected at any time.
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Using the washer
Adding/removing laundry during a wash program
Press the "Pause" button briefly.
^
The washer interrupts the program and unlocks the door.
Open the drum door.
^
Add or remove laundry.
^
Close the door.
^
Press the "Start" button.
^
The program continues automatically.
Note: Once the program has started the washer can not make adjustments of the load size.
The drum door cannot be opened if:
the water temperature is greater than
130°F (55°C).
the water level is too high.
the program has reached the "Final
Spin".
The Child Lock function is activated.
If you attempt to open the door while the washer is in one of the above statuses "Machine locked" will appear in the display.
X Machine locked
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Before cleaning or maintenance,
,
disconnect the power supply by unplugging the unit or manually "tripping" the circuit breaker.
Do not hose the washer down.
,
Cleaning the exterior and control panel
Clean the exterior of the washer with
^
a mild solution of non-abrasive detergent or soap and water, then wipe dry with a soft cloth.
^ Clean the drum with a stainless steel
cleaner specially formulated for use on washing machines (available from Miele).
,
Do not use chemical solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass or all­purpose cleaners! They will damage the surface.
Cleaning and care
Cleaning the drum
To ensure that your machine remains clean and free of any soil build-up or odors, the washer comes equipped with a self-cleaning program for the drum and water lines. It is suggested to run this program approx. once a month.
The program is done without laundry in the machine.
^ Load approx. ½ cup of bleach into
the Bleach compartment. Do not exceed the max. fill mark (small triangle on the sides).
^
Close the door.
^
Press the "MasterCare" button.
^
Use the display to select the "Clean machine" program.
^
Press the "Start" button.
Once the program is finished:
^
Clean the dispenser drawer as described on the following pages.
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Cleaning and care
Cleaning the dispenser drawer
Regularly remove any detergent residue.
^ Pull the detergent drawer out until it
stops, press down the release catch, and remove the drawer from the washer.
Remove the lid from the bleach
^
container and clean both parts thoroughly in warm water.
^ Re-attach the lid.
^ Clean the "Heavy Soil" and "Main
Wash" compartments with warm water.
^ Put the bleach container back in the
"Main Wash" compartment.
^
Remove the bleach compartment to clean it.
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Cleaning and care
Cleaning the siphon and softener channel
1. Pull the siphon out of the "Softener"
compartment, and rinse under warm running water. Clean the siphon tube the same way.
2. Put the siphon back in place.
Cleaning the detergent drawer niche
^ Use a bottle brush to remove any
detergent residue and lime deposits from the jets inside the detergent drawer.
^ Slide the drawer back into place.
^
Clean the fabric softener channel with warm water and a brush.
Clean the siphon tube and fabric softener channel more often if you frequently use liquid starch. Liquid starch tends to build up.
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Cleaning and care
Cleaning the water inlet filters
The washer has two water inlet filters to protect each inlet valve. These filters should be checked and cleaned if necessary every 6 months. This may need to be done more frequently with some water supplies.
Turn off the water supply.
^
Unscrew the inlet hose from the valve
^
by turning the connector counter clockwise using a wrench if necessary.
-
Remove the rubber seal, 1, from the
^
connector.
^ Using needle nose pliers, grasp the
plastic filter, 2, and pull it out of the hose connector.
^ Clean the filter under running water
and carefully remove any large particles.
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^ Replace the filter and seal then
reconnect the hose.
^ Slowly turn on the valve and check
for leaks. If water leaks, tighten the bolt.
Both filters must be put back in place after cleaning.
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Frequently asked questions
All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and trained
,
person, in accordance with all applicable local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer will not be held responsible for damage or injury arising from unauthorized work.
The following section will help you avoid placing a service call, by identifying issues you may encounter while operating the appliance:
No wash program will start
Problem Possible cause Remedy
The display is dark and the indicator lights for the program buttons do not come on.
Immediately after the program start the washer cancels the program.
There is no power to the washer.
The "child entrapment sensor" has triggered.
Check whether: – the cord is plugged in. – the circuit breaker has
tripped.
^ Open the drum door.
^ Check the drum.
^ Restart the program.
Although there is power to the washer, the program will not start.
The drum door is not properly closed and the lock can not engage.
^ Open the drum door.
^
Re-close it.
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Frequently asked questions
The display shows a fault message
Issue Possible fault Fix
2
2
L ;
In the display flashes
Anti-crease
alternating with
Check detergent
Drain fault Check drain
Water inlet fault Open water faucet
Waterproof system activated
Technical fault Call Technical Service
1)
The drain is
blocked. The drain hose is too
high.
The water intake is
blocked.
The waterproof system has activated.
There is a fault. Restart the program.
The machine has over sudsed.
Clean the drain filter
and the drain pump. The maximum drain
pump height is 3 ft (1m).
Possible fault:
check if the water
supply is open all the way.
– the inlet hose is kinked.
Call Technical Service.
If the fault message appears again contact Technical Service.
Use less detergent in the next wash program, and follow the recommended amount on the detergent packaging.
1) To turn off the fault message:
^
To turn the fault message off: Open the drum door or press the "Pause" button until the fault message goes out.
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General issues with the washer
Issue Possible cause Solution
The "Over sudsing" indicator lights.
The "Main wash" indicator flashes.
The washer shakes during the spin cycle.
There are unusual sounds coming from the drain pump.
A large amount of detergent residue remains in the dispenser drawer.
The fabric softener is not completely dispensed, or too much water remains in the fabric softener compartment §.
The machine has over sudsed.
There is a fault. Restart the program.
The four feet are not resting evenly on the floor.
There is no fault. Lapping sounds at the beginning and end of the pump process are normal.
The water pressure is too low.
The siphon tube is incorrectly positioned or clogged.
Frequently asked questions
Use less detergent in the next wash program.
If the fault message appears again, call Miele’s Technical Service Department.
Level the machine (see "Installation - Leveling the washer").
– Clean the water intake
hose filter under running water and carefully remove any large particles.
– Select the "Sensitive"
button.
Clean the siphon tube (see "Cleaning and care­Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer").
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Frequently asked questions
Unsatisfactory wash results
Issue Possible cause Solution
The laundry is not clean enough when using liquid detergent.
Laundry has a gray sticky residue.
There is white detergent residue on dark laundry.
Liquid detergents do not contain bleaching agents. Fruit, coffee and tea stains may not be removed.
Not enough detergent
was used to dissolve greasy deposits on heavily soiled laundry.
The laundry was
soiled with grease, e.g. oils, lotions, etc.
The detergent has not completely dissolved because of hard water. These residues are difficult to remove.
Use powder detergents
containing bleach. Pretreat stains
Add more detergent to
laundry with grease stains or use a liquid detergent.
Run the "Sanitize" program
without laundry using liquid detergent to clean the washer before using it for laundry again.
– After drying, remove white
residues with a clothes brush.
– In the future add a water
softener to the detergent.
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Frequently asked questions
The drum door cannot be opened
Possible cause Solution
The door is locked during the wash cycles.
The Child Lock is activated.
Power failure Open the door as described on the following
There is still water in the drum and the washer cannot drain the water.
As a safeguard against scalding, the drum door cannot be opened if the wash water temperature is over 130°F (55°C).
Press the "Pause" button. The door lock opens.
Deactivate the Child Lock as described in the chapter "Using the washer - Activate the Child Lock".
page.
Clean the drain filter and drain pump. See "Cleaning and Care - Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap".
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Frequently asked questions
Opening the drum door during a power failure or when the drain is blocked
Pull the plug from the electrical
,
outlet before cleaning the washer!
^ Open the detergent dispenser
drawer and remove the tool.
If the drain is clogged there will be water in the machine (max. 9.25 gal [35 l]).
Make sure the machine is turned
,
off and the drum has stopped turning. A moving drum is dangerous.
^ Place a container under the drain
tube.
^ Open the drain filter until water runs
out, but do not take it out completely.
^
Open the lint trap door.
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^
If the container becomes too full, interrupt the water flow by tightening the drain filter.
^
Discard the water and continue.
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Once the flow of water stops:
Remove the drain filter.
^
^ Clean out any foreign objects or lint
from the filter.
Frequently asked questions
If the drain filter is not securely
,
tightened water will leak out when the machine is used.
Opening the drum door
Make sure the machine is turned
,
off and the drum has stopped turning. A moving drum is dangerous.
^
Check that the drain pump impeller (in the back of the chamber) rotates freely by spinning it with your hand.
^
Return the drain filter and tighten it into place.
^ Pull out the detergent drawer.
^
Insert a screw driver into the slot of the emergency opener and pull upwards. The door will now open.
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After sales service
Repairs
In the event of a fault which you cannot fix yourself, please contact the service number on the back of this manual.
When contacting the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information can be found on the data plate located at the door hinge.
PC Update
The indicator marked PC allows a technician to make use of new technology. When, for example, new programs are developed or new fabrics are introduced, a service technician will be able to modify existing program cycles accordingly.
Miele will provide information when such possibilities become available.
MieleCare
(only USA)
MieleCare, our Extended Service Contract program; gives you the assurance of knowing that your appliance investment is covered by 5 years of worry free ownership. MieleCare is the only Extended Service Contract in the industry that guarantees repairs by a Miele Authorized Service Provider using genuine Miele parts. Only genuine Miele parts installed by factory trained professionals can guarantee the safety, reliability and longevity of your Miele appliance.
Please note that unless expressly approved in writing by the Miele Ser­vice department, Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele. Our goal is to prevent unauthorized (and untrained) service personnel from working on your Miele products, possibly doing further damage to them, you and/or your home.
To learn more about MieleCare Extended Service Contracts, please contact your appliance dealer or visit us online at:
http://miele.com/mielecare
Optional accessories
Optional accessories are available through your Miele dealer or Miele.
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Installation Instructions
To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions
before
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Installation
Front view
a High pressure intake hose,
red mark for hot water
b High pressure intake hose,
blue mark for cold water
c Power cord
d - g Flexible drain hose with
detachable swivel elbow (drain options shown)
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h Control panel
i Detergent dispenser drawer and
door opener in case of power failure
j Drum door
k Access panel to lint trap and drain
pump
l Four height-adjustable feet
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Rear view
Installation
a Electrical connection
b W-LAN communication module
c Rear access with grip for transport
d Water intake hose cold water
(blue stripes)
e Water intake hose hot water
(red stripes)
f Drain hose
g Shipping struts
h Brackets for intake and drain hoses
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Installation
Installation site
For best performance front loading washers should be installed on the ground floor or basement of the building.
A concrete or reinforced floor is the most suitable surface for the washer. These floors are less prone to vibration during the spin cycle.
If the installation must be on a wooden joist floor:
the corner of a room where the
stability of the floor is at its greatest is the best place to install the washer.
– the machine must be leveled and
securely positioned.
– to avoid vibration while spinning, the
machine should not be installed on soft floor coverings.
^ Install the unit on a 1
thick, 28" x 31" (71x78 cm) wide plywood base. Ideally the base should be large enough to span several joists and should be anchored to the joists and not just the floor boards.
1
/4" (32 mm)
The washer must not be built
,
under a countertop.
Installation
Use the front washer feet and the
^
rear excess end to transport the washer from its shipping pallet to the installation site.
Do not lift the washer by the drum door!
Ensure that the machine’s feet
,
and the floor are dry to prevent slippage during the spin cycle.
,
If the machine is installed on a raised platform it must be secured with retaining clips available from your dealer or Miele. If installed on a masonry or concrete base, the base should have a ½" (13 mm) to ¾" (19 mm) high rim. This must be done to prevent the washer from vibrating off the stand during the spin cycle.
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Removing the shipping struts
^ Turn the left shipping strut
counterclockwise 90°.
Installation
Withdraw the two struts together with
^
the support plate.
^
Turn the right shipping strut counterclockwise 90°.
^
Cover the two holes with the provided plugs.
,
Movement of the washer without the shipping struts in place should be kept to a minimum. The struts must be reinstalled before the machine is moved. The shipping struts should be stored in a safe place for future use.
^
Reinstall the struts by reversing the above procedure.
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Installation
Leveling the washer
To ensure smooth operation the washer must be level.
Failure to level the machine can result in increased water and energy consumption, loud noises during the spin cycle or "walking" across the floor during use.
Loosen the locking ring, 2, with the
^
supplied wrench.
^ Unscrew each of the four feet as
much as necessary by turning both the foot, 1, and locking ring, 2,tothe left.
^ Remove the support and stand the
machine on its feet.
Adjust the four leveling feet
The washer is leveled by adjusting the four feet. The machine is delivered with all four feet completely screwed in.
^
Tip the machine slightly and place a support, such as a block of wood, underneath it.
,
CAUTION: The washer is extremely heavy. When tipping the machine be careful that it does not slip.
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^ Check that the machine stands level.
^ Repeat the above procedure until the
machine stands level.
^
Once level, hold the foot, 1, immobile with a wrench. At the same time, turn the locking ring, 2, to the right using another wrench.
,
All four locking rings must be tight against the bottom of the machine. In addition, check to see that the feet were not inadvertently unscrewed while tightening the rings. Operating a machine that is not level or whose feet are not tight may cause damage to both the machine and its surroundings.
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The washing machine can be connected to a portable water supply. A non-return valve is not needed unless required by building code.
The washing machine has ½" (13 mm) pressure hoses with hose thread connections. If there is no water hookup, contact a plumber to install a connection. Make sure that the sealing ring is seated properly on the hose connector.
Replace the hose only with a genuine Miele hose, or with a hose able to withstand up to 145 psi (10 bar) pressure. The water valve connector must also be able to withstand 145 psi (10 bar).
3
/4" (19 mm) female
Plumbing
The bolted connection is under
,
water pressure. Open the water supply slowly to check for leaks. Adjust the rubber seal and the bolted connection if necessary.
To protect the inlet valve, the two filters (one at the pressure hose / valve connection and one at the inlet connection to the solenoid valve) must not be removed.
Hose extension (optional accessory)
Hose extensions with a length of
7
8’ 2
/16" to 13’ 1 ½" (2.5 to 4 m) are
available from Miele.
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Plumbing
Water connection
Connect the cold water intake hose
^
(blue mark) to the cold water valve and the hot water intake hose (red mark) to the hot water valve.
If the machine is being connected only to a cold water supply, both the hot and cold water intake hoses must be attached to the cold water valve through the use of a Y adapter (available at a hardware store). Both hoses must be connected to a water source or the machine will not function properly.
Do not connect the washer to hot water only.
^ Turn on the valve(s) and check for
leaks. The water pressure must be within 15 -145 psi (1 -10 bar). If the water pressure is greater that 145 psi (10 bar) a pressure reducer must be installed. If the water pressure is below 15 psi (1 bar) there will not be enough water available for a complete fill.
Tips for a hot water connection
The hot water temperature from the hot water valve must not exceed 140°F (60°C); the ideal temperature is 130°F (55°C).
If there is no water pressure at the hot water inlet, the unit will automatically switch to cold water after several minutes.
The water intake hoses are equipped with screen filters. Do not remove these filters except for cleaning.
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Drainage
The 5 ft (1.5 m) drain hose may be connected as follows:
1. Directly into a sink: hook the hose over the edge of the sink and secure it firmly (e.g. by tying the hose to the water faucet).
2. To a stand pipe: place the drain hose intoa1½"(4cm)stand pipe and secure it firmly.
3. To a floor drain: The machine is equipped with an air gap / anti­siphoning system so that no minimum drain height is required.
^ The machine drains using a pump
with a maximum delivery height of 4 ft (1.2 m).
^ Make sure there are no kinks in the
drain hose.
Plumbing
If necessary, the drain hose may be extended to run a maximum of 16 ft (4.9 m), as long as the 4 ft (1.2 m) height is not exceeded. Hose extensions are available from Miele.
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Electrical connection
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a 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 equipment-grounding 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.
ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTIONS
This installation should be performed by an experienced and qualified technician, in accordance with local codes and regulations.
The washing machine is supplied with a 5’ 3" long, 4 wire cord, ending in a NEMA 14-30 P plug, ready for connection to a 120/208-240 V, 15 A, 60 Hz, AC power supply.
The proper outlet can be purchased from an electrical supply dealer or from the Miele Technical Service Department (request a NEMA 14-30 R receptacle).
WARNING – Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative 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.
"EASY INSTALLATION KIT"
If a dedicated 4 wire, 120/208-240 V, 15 Amp line is not available for this appliance, an optional "Easy Installation Kit" will allow you to connect to a 240 V, 30 Amp line .
This dual receptacle, wall mounted connection box can ONLY be used for connecting a Miele 1900 series clothes washer and 1500 series clothes dryer to an existing 30 Amp (NEMA 14-30 R) outlet.
For more information on the "Easy Installation Kit," or if you have questions concerning the electrical connection, please contact:
U 1-800-999-1360
techserv@mieleusa.com
l 1-800-565-6435
service@miele.ca
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The display language can be changed at any time as long as no program is running.
Press the "Extended" button until the
^
display shows:
Language
english B
+ OK
Select the desired language by
^
pressing the left menu button "+". Confirm with "OK".
The display is shown in the selected language.
Setting the display language
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Help protect our environment
Disposal of the packing material
The cardboard box and packing materials protect the appliance during shipping. They have been designed to be biodegradable and recyclable.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children, as they pose a danger of suffocation.
Disposal of an appliance
Old appliances may contain materials that can be recycled. Please contact your local recycling center about the possibility of recycling these materials.
Ensure that the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal. Before discarding an appliance, unplug it from the outlet, cut off its power cord and remove any doors to prevent hazards.
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For the most updated manual see the Miele web site.
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