Miele W 5968 WPS EcoComfort Operating instructions

Operating instructions

for Washing machine W 5968 WPS EcoComfort

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.

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M.-Nr. 09 490 740

Contents

Caring for our environment .........................................6

Warning and Safety instructions .....................................7

Operating the washing machine.....................................14

Control panel .....................................................14

Display ..........................................................15

Before using for the first time.......................................17

Preparing the washing machine ......................................17

Priming the liquid detergent dispensing system ..........................18

Calibrating the load sensor to zero ..................................20

Liquid detergent dispensing........................................21

How automatic liquid detergent dispensing works ........................21

Dosage level .....................................................21

Useful tips .......................................................22

Washing environmentally and economically ..........................23

Detergent .....................................................23

How to wash correctly.............................................24

Extra options ....................................................31

Short............................................................31

Water plus .......................................................31

Stains 4 ........................................................31

Extra quiet .......................................................31

Further extras 4 ..................................................32

Extra rinse .....................................................32

Pre-wash ......................................................32

Soak .........................................................32

Rinse hold .....................................................32

The following extra options can be selected in addition to the programme:.....33

Contents

Spinning ........................................................34

Final spin speed ..................................................34

Rinse and interim spin ...........................................34

To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) ..................................34

To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin (No spin) ...............34

Delay start.......................................................35

Programme chart .................................................36

Garment care label symbols ........................................41

Programme sequence .............................................42

Changing the programme sequence .................................44

Cancelling a programme ............................................44

Interrupting a programme ...........................................44

Changing a programme ............................................44

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................45

Safety lock .......................................................45

Detergent .......................................................46

The correct detergent ..............................................46

Water softeners.................................................48

Washing with several components ..................................48

Fabric conditioners and liquid starch ..................................49

Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry

at the end of a programme ........................................49

Adding fabric conditioner or starch separately ........................49

Colour run and dye removers/dyes ....................................49

Cleaning and care ................................................50

Cleaning the drum (Hygiene info) .....................................50

External casing and fascia panel .....................................50

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer...............................50

Cleaning the dispensing unit .........................................52

Cleaning the container and lid .....................................52

Cleaning the dispensing tube......................................52

Cleaning the filter in the water inlet ....................................53

Contents

Problem solving guide ............................................54

The programme does not start .......................................54

One of the following fault messages appears in the display.................55

The following fault messages appear in the display at the end of the programme . . 56

Problems with the load size indicator or calibrating to zero .................57

Problems with the automatic liquid detergent dispensing system ............58

General problems .................................................60

An unsatisfactory wash result ........................................61

The door will not open ..............................................62

Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or

power failure .....................................................63

Blocked drain outlet .............................................63

After sales service ................................................65

Future updates (PC) .............................................65

Guarantee .....................................................65

Optional spare parts and accessories ...............................65

Installation and connection ........................................66

Front view........................................................66

Rear view ........................................................67

Installation surface.................................................68

Transporting the washing machine to its installation site .................68

Removing the transit bars ...........................................68

Re-fitting the transit bars ............................................70

Levelling the machine ..............................................71

Screwing out and adjusting the feet .................................71

Building under a continuous worktop/in a kitchen run ...................72

Washer and Dryer stack ..........................................72

Dispensing unit ...................................................73

The Miele Waterproof system ........................................76

Connection to the water supply .......................................77

Connection to the drainage system....................................79

Electrical connection U.K. ...........................................80

Contents

Technical data ...................................................81

Consumption data ................................................82

Notes for test institutes: ..........................................83

Settings menu ...................................................84

To open the Settings menu........................................84

To select a setting...............................................84

To close the Settings menu .......................................84

Language

Time ............................................................84

Detergent dosage .................................................85

Gentle action .....................................................85

Longer pre-wash Cottons ...........................................85

Suds cooling .....................................................85

Lock code .......................................................86

Temperature unit ..................................................87

Buzzer ..........................................................87

Keypad tone .....................................................87

Brightness .......................................................87

Contrast .........................................................87

Standby display ...................................................88

Memory .........................................................88

Anti-crease.......................................................88

Load sensor ......................................................88

! ......................................................84

Optional accessories..............................................89

CareCollection ....................................................89

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 should 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!

Disposal of your old machine

Electrical and electronic 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 machine. Please do not therefore dispose of it 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.

Warning and Safety instructions

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 not designed for commercial use. It is

intended for use in domestic households and in similar working and residential environments.

The washing machine is not intended for outdoor use.

It must only be used as a domestic appliance to wash items

which are specified by the manufacturer as being washable on the care label. Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation of the washing machine.

The washing machine can only be used by people with reduced

physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

Warning and Safety instructions

Safety with children

Children 8 years and older may use, clean or maintain the

washing machine without supervision only if they have been shown how to do so in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the

machine unless they are constantly supervised.

The washing machine is not a toy! To prevent the risk of injury, do

not allow children to play with it or near it, or to play with the controls.

For machines with a 'porthole' door, remember that the porthole

glass will be hot when washing at high temperatures Do not let children touch it.

Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety

Before setting up the washing machine, check it for any externally

visible damage. Do not install or use a damaged washing machine.

Before connecting the washing machine, ensure that the

connection data on the data plate (voltage and frequency) match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

The electrical safety of this washing machine can only be

guaranteed when correctly earthed. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is observed 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 machine to the mains electricity

supply by an extension lead. Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the machine (e.g. danger of overheating).

Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele

original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the machine be guaranteed.

Warning and Safety instructions

Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the

user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved service technician.

If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a

Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger.

The machine must be isolated from the electricity supply in the

event of a fault and during installation, maintenance and repair work.

The Miele "Water protection system" protects from water damage

provided the following conditions have been met: – the machine is correctly plumbed in and connected to the

electricity supply.

– if a fault has been identified, the machine must be examined by a

competent person before further use, and repaired if necessary.

In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or

other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the machine and its surroundings in a clean condition at all times. Any damage which may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the guarantee.

This machine must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.

on a ship).

Do not make any alterations to the washing machine, unless

authorised to do so by Miele.

Warning and Safety instructions

Correct use

Do not install your washing machine 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 for the first time, check that

the transit bars at the rear of the machine have been removed (see section on "Installation and connection"). 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 is to be left for any length of

time (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor drain (gully) in the immediate vicinity.

Flooding danger.

If hooking the drain hose into a wash basin, check that the water can drain off quickly enough to prevent the sink from overflowing. Make sure the drain hose is secure, so that the force of the water flowing out of the hose does not dislodge it.

Take care to ensure that foreign objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins,

paper clips) do not find their way into the machine with the laundry. These may damage components of the machine (e.g. suds container, drum), which in turn can result in damage to the laundry.

Warning and Safety instructions

If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the machine

should not need to be descaled. If, however, you do wish to descale the machine only use proprietary non-corrosive descaling agents and strictly observe the instructions on the packaging. A special descaling agent is available to order from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet on www.miele-shop.com.

Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based cleaning

agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine.

Do not use solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing

benzine, 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.

Do not use solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing

benzine, to clean the outside surfaces of this machine. They can cause damage to plastic surfaces.

Only use dyes specified by the manufacturer as being suitable for

use in a domestic washing machine. Always observe the manufacturer's instructions carefully.

Colour run and dye removers contain sulphur compounds which

can cause damage such as corrosion. Do not use these products in this machine.

If detergent comes into contact with the eyes, rinse them

thoroughly with lukewarm water immediately. 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 detergent.

Warning and Safety instructions

Accessories

Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by

Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.

Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by noncompliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.

Operating the washing machine

Control panel

a Start/Stop button

For starting the programme selected and cancelling a programme once it has started.

b Display with X, OK and Y buttons

See the following page for more information.

c + button

For selecting delay start.

d 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.

e Automatic dispensing button

Activates the automatic dispensing of liquid detergent.

f Extra option buttons with indicator

lights Various extra options can be added to the washing programmes.

g Programme selector

For selecting a programme. The programme selector can be turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.

h K button

For switching the washing machine on and off. To save energy, the washing machine will switch itself off automatically 15 minutes after the end of the programme/anti-crease phase or after being switched on if no other selection is made.

i Door button

Opens the machine door.

Operating the washing machine

Display

The display is operated using the X, OK and Y buttons.

– Press the X button

to move down to the next text or to decrease the value highlighted in the display.

– Press the Y button

to move up to the next text or to increase the value highlighted in the display.

–

Press the OK button to confirm the value highlighted in the display.

Programme selection examples

To decrease or increase a value

Cottons

s O O F F F FM 1600 rpm

Duration: 2:59 h

Press the X button to decrease the temperature and the Y button to increase the temperature.

Multiple option selection

If a value is selected, there will be a tick

9 next to it.

Further extras

Extra quiet

8 Extra rinse

;

Press the X or Y button to scroll down or up the options in the display. Press the OK button to select the highlighted value. You can now select the next value, if you wish.

Single option selection

Here one of the values is always selected. A tick

( will appear next to

the one currently selected. The other values are deselected automatically.

Gentle action

Off (

On ,

;

Press the X or Y button to scroll down or up the options in the display. Press the OK button to select the highlighted value.

To come out of a sub-menu Select Back # to come out of the sub-

menu or wait for approx. 15 seconds and the display will return to the programme menu automatically.

Operating the washing machine

The following are selected via the display

wash temperature

–

final spin speed

–

the soak time

–

delay start

–

cancellation of a programme

–

safety lock

–

The following are selected via

Further programmes/Settings 4

– Dark garments

– Sportswear

– Trainers

– Outerwear

– Proofing

– Soft toys

– First wash

–

Pillows

–

Curtains

–

Starch

–

Maintenance prog.

Before using for the first time

Preparing the washing machine

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 complete functional test at the factory and there will be some residual water in the drum from this process.

^ Press the K button in.

If the washing machine is being switched on for the first time, the welcome screen will appear briefly.

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.

The display for setting the language will then appear.

Setting the language

You will be asked to select the language you require for the display. It is possible to select another language at any time via Further programmes/ Settings 4 in the Settings sub-menu.

Sprache

deutsch

english ,

Press the X and Y buttons to scroll

;

through the options until the language that you want is highlighted. Press the OK button to confirm your selection.

Setting the time (of day) (if necessary)

The display for setting the time will then appear.

Time

12:00

Press the X button to decrease or the Y button to increase the hour.

Confirm the hour selected with the OK button. Then do the same to set the minutes.

Before using for the first time

Reminder to remove transport bars

To avoid the risk of damage, the transport bars must be removed before the machine is used for the first time. See "Installation and connection" for instructions on how to do this.

After removing the transport bars (if

this has not already been done by your fitter) press the OK button.

Reminder to remove the dispensing unit

^ Open the door and remove the

dispensing unit (liquid detergent container).

^ Confirm that you have removed the

dispensing unit by pressing the OK button.

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. This will also fill the dispensing system tube with liquid detergent.

Priming the liquid detergent dispensing system

See "Installation and connection Dispensing unit" for instructions on how to install and connect the dispensing unit.

The container is designed for

liquid detergent only. Filling it with other agents, e.g. bleaching agents or powder detergent will damage the washing machine and/or the laundry.

Adding detergent

^ Lift the container off of its base, if

necessary.

The container has a valve in the bottom which closes automatically when it is removed from its base.

^ Open the lid of the container.

Add liquid detergent up to a maximum of 1 cm below the top rim (approx. 5 litres).

Close the lid so that the liquid detergent does not dry out and to prevent any foreign objects getting into the container.

Place the container back on its base and press it down firmly to open the valve in the bottom.

Before using for the first time

Filling the dispensing tube with detergent

Turn the programme selector to

Delicates.

Delicates

40°C 600 rpm

Duration: 0:59 h

Press the Y button to increase the

temperature to 60°C.

Delicates

60°C O O O O O O 600 rpm

Duration: 1:09 h

^ Press the Automatic dispensing

button.

You now need to enter the detergent dosage. Enter a dosage of 100 ml. This amount will fill the dispensing system tube.

Detergent dosage

The display will change to show the degree of soiling.

Degree of soiling

Q Q H HM

Normal soiling

Press the Y button to increase the

level of soiling to Very heavy and confirm your selection with the OK button.

Press the Start/Stop button.

The dosage you have set here only applies to priming the liquid detergent dispensing system. After the system has been primed, you will need to adjust the dosage level to that recommended by the manufacturer of the detergent you are using.

At the end of the programme, the washing machine and dispensing system are ready for use.

Normal soiling

Use the Y or X button to enter the

first number. Confirm your selection of this number by pressing the OK button. Now enter the second number.

Repeat the process until all three numbers have been entered and confirm your entry of the last number by pressing the OK button.

There may still be air bubbles in the dispensing tube. However these will not affect the functioning of the system.

Turn the programme selector to the Stop position.

Switch off the washing machine.

After the washing machine and liquid detergent dispensing system have been prepared for use, you will need to set the dosage level recommended by the manufacturer of the liquid detergent you are using. See "Liquid detergent dispensing - Dosage level".

Calibrating the load sensor to zero

Before you can use the washing machine, the load sensor has to be calibrated to zero as you would with bathroom scales.

Switch on the washing machine.

Open the drum door.

Turn the programme selector to

Further programmes/Settings 4. The following will appear in the display:

Further programmes

Settings !

Dark garments ,

;

^ Confirm the selection of the

highlighted Settings

! option by

pressing the OK button.

^ Press the X button to scroll down to:

Settings

Load sensor

;

Load sensor

Calibrate to zero

Back # ,

Confirm selection of the highlighted

;

Calibrate to zero option by pressing the OK button.

The load sensor will now be calibrated to zero and the following will appear in the display:

Zero setting OK

^ Switch off the washing machine.

Back # ,

Confirm selection of the highlighted Load sensor option by pressing the OK button.

Liquid detergent dispensing

How automatic liquid detergent dispensing works

If you start a programme using auto matic dispensing, the washing machine will calculate how much detergent to dispense according to the dosage level set, the amount of laundry in the drum and the degree of soiling specified. This means that the correct amount of detergent for the load will be dispensed automatically.

If the Pre-wash extra option has been selected, the washing machine will automatically divide the amount of detergent to be dispensed into the correct proportions for the pre-wash and the main wash. the pre-wash and

/3will be used for

/3for the main wash.

Dosage level

Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for normally soiled laundry given on the packaging.

The water hardness level of the local water supply must also be taken into account.

Setting the dosage level

Close the drum door.

Switch on the washing machine.

Turn the programme selector to

Further programmes/Settings 4. The following will appear in the display:

Further programmes

Settings !

Dark garments ,

Confirm the selection of the

highlighted Settings

! option by

;

pressing the OK button.

You are now in the Settings menu.

^ Press the X or Y button to scroll

through the options until the setting Detergent dosage is highlighted and confirm your selection by pressing the OK button.

Detergent dosage

Normal soiling

Now enter the dosage level required,

e.g. for 90 ml, enter the numbers 090.

Use the Y or X button to enter the first number. Confirm your selection of this number by pressing the OK button. Now enter the second number.

Repeat the process until all three numbers have been entered and confirm your entry of the last number by pressing the OK button.

Your machine has now been set up for automatic detergent dispensing.

Liquid detergent dispensing

Useful tips

The correct liquid detergent

You can fill the container with any brand of liquid detergent. However, it is advisable to fill it with the brand you tend to use most frequently.

Make a note of the brand name of the liquid detergent below to remind you of the name when you need to buy some more.

Brand name

Refilling

If you want to continue using the same brand of liquid detergent, you can simply refill the container, in which case it is not necessary to clean it out.

Filling the container with a different brand

Do not mix brands of liquid detergent. This can give a poor wash result and cause the detergent to separate.

Clean the container as described in

"Cleaning and care".

Make sure you alter the dosage level

if a different dosage to the previous one set is recommended by the manufacturer.

Degrees of soiling

Light

: No visible dirt or stains. Possibly slight body odour.

Normal: Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight stains.

Heavy: Stains and soiling clearly visible.

Very heavy: Stains and soiling clearly visible which have been there for a while and dried on.

Washing environmentally and economically

Energy and water consumption

Water consumption and energy

–

usage are determined by the size of the load. To make the most out of your machine, load the maximum dry load for the programme you are using.

When smaller amounts of laundry are

–

washed, 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.

– Use the Express 20 programme for

small loads.

– Modern detergents make it possible

to wash at lower temperatures (e.g 20°C). Washing using lower temperature settings will save energy.

– To maintain the hygiene of the

washing machine, carry out a hot wash (60°C or above) using powder detergent at regular intervals. The

Hygiene Info message will appear in

the display to remind you to carry out a hot wash.

Detergent

Do not exceed the amounts of

–

detergent recommended by the manufacturer on the packaging.

Adjust the dosage to the degree of

–

soiling of the laundry.

Use Automatic dispensing.

–

Choosing the correct Extra option (Short, Soak, 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.

– A wash programme together with the

Soak extra option for very heavily soiled laundry.

–

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.

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.

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

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

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

If you use a solvent-based

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

Do not use solvent-based

cleaning agents in or on this machine.

Sort the laundry by colour and by

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

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

– Curtains: Remove lead weights first

or place in a laundry bag.

–

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

–

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

–

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

–

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

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

How to wash correctly

B Switch on the washing machine

The interior drum lighting will come on.

The drum lighting will go out automatically after five minutes. Press the Door button to switch the drum lighting back on again.

The display will ask you to select a programme.

C Select a programme

Via the programme selector:

The following are selected via Further programmes/Settings 4

^ When you turn the programme

selector to Further programmes/ Settings 4, these will appear in the display.

Further programmes

Settings !

Dark garments ,

;

Turn the programme selector to the required programme.

^ Press the X or Y button to scroll

through the options until the programme you want is highlighted and confirm your selection by pressing the OK button.

The programme selected will appear in the display.

How to wash correctly

D Select a temperature / spin speed

If required, you can change the suggested temperature and/or spin speed within a given range.

Cottons

r 1600 rpm

Duration: 2:59 h

Press the X or Y button to alter the

temperature.

By pressing the OK button you

switch to changing the spin speed and back again.

Cottons

r 1600 rpm

Duration: 2:59 h

^ Press the X or Y button to alter the

spin speed.

E 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.

^ Press the Further extras 4 button to

select the following extra options (depending on the programme selected): Extra rinse, Pre-wash, Soak or Rinse hold.

Not all the extra options are suitable for use with every programme.

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

See "Extra options" for more information.

F Load the drum

Press the Door button to open the

drum door.

The load size indicator display will appear.

Load

8 < 25%

The display shows the amount of laundry loaded in the drum asa%(in 25% steps) of the maximum load permissible for the programme selected.

^ Unfold the laundry and load loosely

into the drum. Mixing both large and small items gives better wash results and also helps distribute the load evenly during spinning.

How to wash correctly

Make sure that no items are caught between the drum door and seal.

^ Shut the door with a gentle swing.

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.

How to wash correctly

G Add detergent

Too little detergent results in:

Laundry not getting properly clean

–

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

Greasy particles clinging to laundry.

–

Limescale deposits on the heater

–

elements.

Too much detergent results in:

Excessive foam which causes a low

–

level of agitation and poor wash, rinse and spin results.

– High water consumption (an

additional rinse cycle will automatically switch in).

– A burden to the environment.

1. Automatic dispensing of liquid detergent

The degree of soiling will appear in the display:

Degree of soiling

Q Q H HM

Normal

Press the Y or X button to change

the degree of soiling level and confirm this with the OK button.

The appropriate amount of liquid detergent will now be dispensed for the programme.

See "Liquid detergent dispensing" for more information.

2. Detergent dispenser drawer

If you want to run a programme using powder detergent or special application agents, these should be added to the detergent dispensing drawer.

Please note:

Press the Automatic dispensing button.

If using powder detergent or special application agents, do not

press the Automatic dispensing button, as this will cause too much detergent to be dispensed.

Pull out the detergent drawer and

add detergent to the compartments as follows:

Detergent for the pre-wash (divide the total recommended amount as follows: add

and

/3to compartment j)

/3to compartment i

Detergent for the main wash, including Soak if selected

How to wash correctly

H Select Delay start (if required)

Press the + button and set the time

you wish the programme to end at.

See "Delay start" for more information.

I Start the programme

Press the flashing Start/Stop button.

If a delay start time has been set, then this will count down in the display. At the end of the delay start time or imme diately after the programme has started (if no delay start time has been selected) the estimated programme duration will appear in the display. 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 lets you know which section of the programme has been reached.

Fabric conditioner or liquid starch

Close the detergent drawer.

See "Detergent" for further information.

The drum lighting switches off once the programme has started.

How to wash correctly

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:

Cottons

r 1600 rpm

Anti-crease

and

Programme finished Unload the drum

before switching off

Check the folds in the door seal for

any small articles, e.g. buttons, which might be lodged there.

^ Press the Door button to open the

drum door.

The washing machine will switch off automatically 15 minutes after the end of the anti-crease phase. You will need to press the K button to switch it back on again.

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.

Important Always remove the laundry before

switching the machine off. This is important to ensure that the load size indicator works correctly.

^ Turn the programme selector to the

Stop position.

Switch the machine off with the K 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 damagge the laundry.

Extra options

Extra options are selected or deselected by pressing the appropriate button.

Short

For light to nomal soiling with no visible staining.

The duration of the main wash is reduced.

Water plus

The water level in the main wash and the rinses will be increased.

Stains 4

There is a choice of various types of stains for achieving the optimum wash result with stain removal. Extra options will be added to the wash programme automatically, depending on the type of stain selected. With some stains, a tip about pre-treating the stain will appear in the display. You can select a maximum of three stains with each programme.

Extra quiet

If using your washing machine during quiet periods, you can reduce the noise levels even more.

If the Extra quiet extra option is selected, the machine will activate the Rinse hold extra option and not spin. The programme duration is longer.

To deactivate Rinse hold

Press the Further extras 4 button.

Further extras

Rinse hold

Back #

^ Press the X or Y button until Rinse

hold is highlighted and deactivate it

with the OK button.

The following will appear in the display:

Delay start can be used to delay the

spin

;

If the "Short" extra option was selected previously, it will be deselected automatically.

Press the Stains 4 button again to come out of the Stains sub-menu.

By using delay start, you can make sure the final spin occurs outside quiet periods in the home.

Extra options

Further extras 4

The Further extras sub-menu will open in the display.

Press the Further extras 4 button again to come out of the Further extras sub-menu.

Extra rinse

An additional rinse cycle is carried out to achieve a better rinse result.

Pre-wash

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

Soak

For heavily soiled items with protein stains.

A duration of between 30 minutes and 6 hours can be chosen in 30 minute increments for the soak process.

–

To select the soak duration

Press the Further extras 4 button.

Further extras

Soak

;

You can now use the display to select the soak duration you require.

Soak duration

0:30 h:min

(0:00 - 6:00 h)

Use the X or Y button to select the

soak duration you want and confirm it with the OK button.

To delete the soak duration

–

Press the Further extras 4 button.

Further extras

Soak

8 Rinse hold

;

^ Press the X or Y button until Soak is

highlighted and deselect it with the

OK button.

Rinse hold

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

8 Rinse hold

Press the X or Y button until Soak is

highlighted and confirm it with the OK button.

Extra options

The following extra options can be selected in addition to the programme:

Automatic

Short

Water plus

Stains 4

Extra quiet

Extra rinse

Pre-wash

Soak

Cottons ######## #

Minimum iron ######## #

Delicates ####### Woollens / ## Silks / ####

Express 20 #

### ##

Hygiene ####### #

Automatic plus ## # #

Shirts ###### # #

Denim #######

Separate rinse ###

Drain / Spin

Dark garments ### ##

Sportswear ######## #

Trainers #

Outerwear ######## #

Proofing ##

Soft toys ## # #

First wash #### # #

Pillows #### # #

Curtains #####

Starch ##

Maintenance prog.

This extra option is activated automatically as part of programme but can be deselected.

This extra option is activated automatically as part of the programme and cannot be deselected.

dispensing

Rinse hold

Spinning

Final spin speed

Programme rpm

Cottons 1600

Minimum iron 1200

Delicates 600 Woollens / 1200 Silks / 600

Express 20 1600

Hygiene 1600

Automatic plus 1200

Shirts 600

Denim 900

Separate rinse 1600

Drain / Spin 1600

Dark garments 1200

Sportswear 1200

Trainers 1000

Outerwear 800

Proofing 1000

Soft toys 900

First wash 1200

Pillows 1200

Curtains 600

Starch 1600

Maintenance prog. –

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. In some programmes, an additional rinse is introduced if a spin speed of less than 700 rpm is selected.

To omit the final spin (Rinse hold)

^ Press the Further extras 4 button

and select the Rinse hold option.

– To start the final spin and end the

programme:

The washing machine will display the maximum spin speed possible. You can use the X button to select a lower spin speed. Start the final spin by pressing the Start/Stop button.

– To end the programme without the

final spin:

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 spin)

^ Select No ..

The laundry is not spun after the final rinse. The water will drain away and the machine will go straight into the anticrease stage. With some programmes an additional rinse is introduced if this setting is selected.

Delay start

With delay start you can choose when you want the programme to end. The start of a programme can be delayed from 15 minutes up to a maximum of 24 hours, allowing you to make use of night-time economy electricity rates, for example.

The current time of day needs to have been set for delay start to work correctly.

To select delay start

A Select the programme you want and

then press the + button.

The display shows:

Delay start 8:20

Start time

Finish time

8:20

11:19

B Press the Y button to select the time

you want the programme to end at.

The first press on the button will adjust the programme end time to the next 15, 30, 45 minutes or full hour. Each subsequent press on the button will delay the programme end time by 15 minutes.

Delay start 8:20

The display will show the hours and minutes remaining until the start of the programme.

To change delay start

You can select a later or earlier programme end time subsequently, if you wish.

Press the + button.

Use the X or Y button to change the

programme end time.

Confirm your selection by pressing

the OK button.

To cancel delay start

^ Press the Start/Stop button.

The following will appear in the display:

Options

Cancel delay start

Activate safety lock ,

Confirm your selection by pressing

;

the OK button.

Now you can select a different programme, or

press the Start/Stop button to start the programme straight away.

Start time

Finish time

15:01

18:00

C Confirm your selection by pressing

the OK button.

D Press the Start/Stop button.

The actual load size can only be determined accurately by the machine once the programme has started. The programme end time may, therefore, be a bit later or earlier than first indicated.

Programme chart

Cottons 9876* cold to 90°C Max. load 8.0 kg

Use for Cotton, linen or cotton mix fabric, e.g. table linen, towelling,

underwear, T-shirts etc.

Note The 60°/40°C programmes differ from the r/s programmes

as follows:

Shorter programme duration

–

Longer temperature holding times

–

Higher energy consumption

– Where particularly high levels of hygiene are required please

select a temperature of 60°C or higher.

Cottons r/s Max. load 8.0 kg

Use for Normally soiled cotton garments

Notes – These settings are the most efficient in terms of energy and

water consumption for washing cottons.

– With r the actual wash temperature reached will be lower

than 60°C although the wash performance is the same as with the standard Cottons 60°C programme.

Note for test institutes:

The test programme conforms to EN 60456 and the energy label with Directive 1061/2010.

Minimum iron 43218E76*

Use for Synthetic, mixed fibre and easy care cotton. If fabrics have a high

proportion of man-made fibres it is advisable to programme the machine for "Gentle action".

Note Reduce the spin speed for fabric which creases easily.

Delicates 4321ac* cold to 60°C Max. load 2.5 kg

Use for Delicate garments made of synthetic fibre, mixed fibre, rayon and

easy care cotton.

Note Deselect the spin for items which crease easily.

cold to 60°C Max. load 3.5 kg

Programme chart

Woollens /ac* cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg

Use for Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics.

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

Note Reduce the spin speed for items which crease easily.

Silks / cold to 30°C Max. load 1.0 kg

Use for Silks and other handwashable fabrics with no wool content.

Note Place tights, bras etc. in a washing bag.

Express 20 76* cold to 40°C Max. load 3.5 kg

Use for Cotton and minimum iron garments that have hardly been worn or

are only very lightly soiled.

Note The Short extra option will be activated automatically.

Hygiene 30°C to 90°C Max. load 7.0 kg

Use for Cotton and linen fabric which have been in direct contact with the

skin, e.g. underwear, nappies, towelling, bed linen, pillow and mattress covers or where high standards of hygiene are required.

Notes – For optimum hygiene results select a temperature of 60°C or

above.

– Observe the manufacturer's care label.

Automatic plus 7621* cold to 40°C Max. load 5.0 kg

Use for 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.

* Please note that the "buckets" represent garment care label symbols. See

"Garment care label symbols".

Programme chart

Shirts cold to 60°C Max. load 2.0 kg

Notes

Denim cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Notes

Separate rinse Max. load 7.0 kg

Use for Rinsing handwashed items.

Note

Drain / Spin

Notes – Drain only: Select No . (No spin).

Dark garments cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Use for Black and dark garments made from cotton or mixed fibre.

Note Wash inside out.

Sportswear cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Use for Sportswear such as singlets and leggings as well as microfibre

Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary.

–

Wash silk garments in the Silks / programme.

–

Wash denim inside out.

–

Denim often contains excess dye and may run during the first

–

few washes. Wash light and dark coloured items separately.

Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.

–

– Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.

and fleece garments.

Notes

–

Do not use fabric conditioner.

–

Observe the manufacturer's care label.

Programme chart

Trainers cold to 40°C Max. 2 pairs of shoes

Use for Sports shoes only (do not use for leather shoes)

Notes

Outerwear cold to 40°C Max. load 2.5 kg

Use for Outerwear made from membrane fabric such as Gore-Tex

Notes – Zip up jackets before washing.

Proofing 40°C Max. load 2.5 kg

Use for Treating microfibre fabric, skiwear, and table linen made from

Notes

Soft toys cold to 40°C Max. load 1.0 kg

Observe the manufacturer's care label.

–

Remove coarse soiling with a brush before washing.

–

Fasten any velco fasteners.

–

Do not use fabric conditioner.

–

A pre-rinse without detergent is carried out automatically to

–

remove loose dirt. Use a drying basket if drying in a tumble dryer.

–

SYMPATEX

, WINDSTOPPER®etc.

– Do not use fabric conditioner. – If wished these garments can also be re-proofed using the

Proofing programme. Proofing should not be done every time the garment is washed.

mainly synthetic fibres to provide a water and stain resistant finish.

–

The items should be freshly laundered and spun or dried before proofing.

–

For best results, the items should be heat-treated afterwards, either in a tumble dryer or by ironing.

Use for Soft toys, specified as machine-washable by the manufacturer.

Note Do not wash soft toys stuffed with straw.

Programme chart

First wash cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Use for New items made of cotton, towelling and polyester fabric.

Note Use this programme to wash any manufacturing residues out of

new items.

Pillows cold to 90°C 2 pillows (40 x 80 cm) or

1 pillow (80 x 80 cm)

Use for Washable pillows with feather, down or synthetic fillings.

Note Please observe the instructions on the wash care label.

Curtains cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg

Use for Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washable

by the manufacturer.

Notes – A pre-rinse without detergent is carried out automatically to

remove dust.

– For curtains which crease easily, reduce the final spin speed or

deselect the spin.

– Remove weights from curtains.

Starch Max. load 7.0 kg

Use for Starching table cloths, serviettes and workwear

Notes – Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.

–

The laundry should be washed but not treated with fabric conditioner.

Maintenance prog. 75°C Empty

With frequent washing at low temperatures, there is the danger of a build-up of bacteria in the washing machine.

Cleaning the washing machine will significantly reduce bacteria, fungus and biofilm and help prevent the build-up of unpleasant odours.

Notes

–

Optimum results can be achieved by using Miele machine cleaner. Alternatively a universal powder detergent can be used.

–

Dispense the machine cleaner or universal powder via the detergent compartment.

–

Do not load any laundry. The drum must be empty for the maintenance programme.

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

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

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 /ef e 2 LL Silks /ef e 2 – L Express 20 d b d 1-3 Hygiene ( b ( 3-4 Automatic plus ( abc e 2-3 Shirts e c e 2 – L Denim ( c e 3 – L Separate rinse ––e 2 – L

Drain / Spin – – –––L Dark garments ( b d 3-4 Sportswear d c d 2-3

Trainers

e e ( 2 – L

Outerwear e d e 3 L

Wash

rhythm

Water

level

Rinses Interim

spin

1)2)

Final

spin

Proofing ( d –––L Soft toys e c ( 3 LL First wash d b ( 2-3

Pillows ( d e 3–L

Curtains

( d d 3 – L Starch ( c –––L Maintenance prog. ( a e 2– –

Please see next page for description of the symbols

Programme sequence

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

a = Intensive rhythm

b = Normal rhythm

c = Gentle rhythm

d = Sensitive rhythm

e = Ultra sensitive rhythm

f = Handwash rhythm

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.

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 anticrease phase.

A second rinse is carried out when a temperature between 60°C and 90°C has been selected. A third rinse is carried out when a temperature below 60°C is selected.

A third or fourth rinse is carried out if:

– there is too much foam in the drum

– a spin speed lower than 700 rpm has

been selected

– The spin speed has been

deselected.

A third rinse is carried out if:

The display shows the stage the programme has reached.

–

The spin has been deselected.

In the Outerwear programme, laundry is only spun after the main wash.

Run-up to spin: A run-up to spin is carried out before the wash process begins, to deflate down-filled items. Subsequent water intake for the main wash is through compartment j.

Pre-rinse: A pre-rinse without detergent is carried out automatically to remove dust.

Changing the programme sequence

Cancelling a programme

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

Press the Start/Stop button.

Options

Cancel programme

Activate safety lock ,

Press the OK button.

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

K button.

^ Switch the 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

Switch the machine off with the

K button.

To continue with the same programme:

Switch the machine back on with the

K button.

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.

Spin speed

It is possible to change the spin speed up until the final spin begins.

Extra options

With the exception of the Express 20 programme, it is possible to select or deselect the Short and Water plus extra options up to 5 minutes after the programme has started.

It is not possible to make any changes if the safety lock has been activated.

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 a change 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 or the programme cancelled during a wash programme.

To activate the safety lock

Press the Start/Stop button in after

the programme has started.

Options

Activate safety lock

Back # ,

^ Press the X button until Activate

safety lock is highlighted and confirm

by pressing the OK button.

The following will appear in the display:

0 Locked

The safety lock is now activated. It is deactivated automatically at the end of the programme.

To deactivate the safety lock

Press the Start/Stop button.

The following will appear in the display:

Deactivate safety lock

Press the OK button. The following will appear in the display:

1 Unlocked

;

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.

See “Optional accessories” at the end of this booklet for details of Miele branded care products including detergents and fabric conditioner.

Use liquid detergent

Use powder detergent

* Specialist detergent:

Detergent designed specifically for the wash programme or type of fabric.

** Only use proofing agents containing fluorochemical compounds which are

stated by the manufacturer as being "suitable for use on membrane textiles" Do not use proofing agents which contain paraffin. Add proofing agents to compartment §.

Detergent

Universal

detergent

Detergent

for

coloureds

Detergent

for

delicates

Specialist

detergent*

Proofing

agent**

Fabric

conditioner

Cottons X X – – – X

Minimum iron X X – – – X

Delicates X X X – – X Woollens / ––– X–X Silks / –––X–X

Express 20

Hygiene

XX– ––X

X–– ––X

Automatic plus X X – – – X

Shirts X X – – – X

Denim

Dark garments

Sportswear

Trainers

Outerwear

XXX ––X

XX– X– –

–X– –––

––XX––

Proofing – – – – X –

Soft toys

–XX––X

First wash X X – – – X

Pillows

Curtains

XXX X– –

XX– X– –

Starch – – – X – –

Maintenance

X–– X––

programme

Detergent

The right amount to dispense will depend on the following:

The soiling level of the load

–

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 quantity of the laundry (add the

recommended amount of detergent)

– The water hardness level.

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

Water softeners

A water softener can be used to cut down on the use of detergents in hard water areas. Dispense according to the amount specified on the packaging. First add detergent and then the water softener.

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.

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.

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

Add the fabric conditioner or liquid starch to compartment §. Do not

exceed the maximum level mark.

It will be dispensed automatically in the last rinse. At the end of the programme a small amount of water remains in the fabric conditioner compartment §.

Detergent

If starching frequently, thoroughly clean the dispenser compartment, especially the siphon tube and fabric conditioner channel, regularly. See "Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer". Do not use powder starch formulations or viscious liquid starch in the § compartment as it will clog up.

Adding fabric conditioner or starch separately

Dispense in accordance with

manufacturer's instructions on the packaging.

^ Dispense liquids into the §

compartment and powder or viscous formulations into the i compartment.

^ Turn the programme selector to

Further programmes/Settings 4 and select the Starch programme.

^ Select a spin speed or the Rinse hold

extra option.

Press the Start/Stop button.

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. Follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully.

colour run or dye

Cleaning and care

A range of Miele branded cleaning and conditioning products is available to order from Miele or the internet at www.miele-shop.com.

Cleaning the drum (Hygiene info)

Washing at low temperatures and/or using liquid detergent can cause bacteria and unpleasant odours to build up in the machine. The washing machine can be cleaned using the Maintenance programme. This should be done regularly, at the latest when the

Hygiene Info message appears in

the display.

Disconnect the machine from the

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

Do not use solvents, abrasive

cleaners, glass cleaners or multipurpose cleaning agents. These could damage plastic surfaces and other parts.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

The pre-wash and main wash compartments of the detergent dispensing drawer are self-cleaning. For hygiene reasons, clean the entire drawer at regular intervals.

The machine must not be hosed

down.

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.

^ The drum can be cleaned with a

proprietary stainless steel cleaning agent, following the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging.

^ 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 drawer with hot water.

Clean the siphon.

1. Remove the siphon from

compartment § and rinse under hot running water. Clean the siphon tube in the same way.

2. Replace the siphon.

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

Cleaning and care

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.

Cleaning and care

Cleaning the dispensing unit

The container should be cleaned each time you change brand of liquid detergent.

Cleaning the container and lid

Do not use solvents, abrasive

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

^ Remove the container from its base.

^ Remove the lid.

^ Rinse the container with hot water to

remove any detergent residues.

^ Clean the container and lid with a

mild non-abrasive cleaning agent or soap and water. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

Cleaning the dispensing tube

It is not normally necessary to clean the dispensing tube.

After refitting the container, sufficient detergent for 2-3 washes will still be in the system. After that the new detergent will be used.

However if you have had any problems with the old detergent (e.g. you have had to change brand because of an allergic reaction), you will have to dismantle the dispensing tube and rinse it out thoroughly.

After cleaning, the dispensing tube must be primed with detergent again and the dosage level must be set. See "Before using for the first time

- Priming the liquid detergent dispensing system" and "Liquid detergent dispensing - Dosage level".

Clean the valve in the bottom of the container.

Remember to reset the detergent dosage level if you change brand of liquid detergent.

Cleaning and care

Cleaning the filter in the water inlet

The washing machine has a filter to protect the water inlet valve.

The accessible filter in the union in the open end of the inlet hose should be checked every six months, or more often if there are frequent interruptions to the external water supply.

First turn off the stopcock.

Unscrew the threaded union

connecting the free end of the inlet hose to the stopcock.

^ Remove the rubber seal 1 from the

recess.

^ Using pointed pliers, take hold of the

plastic filter bar 2 and remove.

^ Clean the plastic filter.

^ Put the filter and seal back in the

reverse order and reconnect the hose.

Turn on the stopcock and check the connection is watertight. If water drips out, tighten the connection.

Never forget to put the filter back in place after cleaning.

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 programme selector is not lit up.

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.

Problem solving guide

One of the following fault messages appears in the display

Fault message Possible cause Remedy

Fault

L ;

Water intake Open stopcock

Fault Check drainage system

Waterproof system activated Close the stopcock

Technical fault xxx Call Service

To switch off the fault message: Switch the machine off with the K button.

The water inlet is blocked or restricted.

The water outlet is

–

blocked or restricted.

– The drain hose

has been fixed too high.

The water protection system has reacted.

There is a fault. Start the programme

Check whether

the stopcock is

–

opened properly. the inlet hose is kinked.

–

the water pressure is

–

too low.

Clean the drain filter

–

and the drain pump. The maximum delivery

–

head is 1 m.

– Close the stopcock. – Call the Service

Department.

again. If the fault message appears again, contact the Service Department.

Problem solving guide

The following fault messages appear in the display at the end of the programme

Fault message Possible cause Remedy

Check detergent

Hygiene information

Excessive foam has built up during washing.

A programme using a temperature above 60°C has not been run for a long time.

Check:

the amount of detergent

–

used. the dosage level, if using

–

Automatic dispensing. Follow the instructions on the

–

manufacturer's packaging and also take the degree of soiling of the laundry into account.

In order to prevent bacteria and unpleasant odours building up in the machine, run the Maintenance programme using Miele machine cleaner or a universal powder detergent.

Problem solving guide

Problems with the load size indicator or calibrating to zero

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The display indicates a load of

<25% or no

load size is indicated when the drum is full.

The display indicates a load of

75% or 100% when

25%, 50%,

the drum is empty.

The fault message:

Zero setting not possible. Open the door

appears in the display.

There was already laundry in the drum when the machine was switched on. This has decalibrated the sensor from the zero setting.

The load size sensor has been decalibrated from the zero setting.

The drum door is closed.

Remove the laundry from the

–

drum. Switch off the washing

–

machine and leave the door open.

Switch on the washing

–

machine. Recalibrate the sensor to zero

–

again.

See "Calibrating the load sensor to zero" for a description of how to do this.

Rotate the drum once. If the display still indicates a load of

25%, 50%, 75% or 100%,

recalibrate the sensor to zero again (see above section).

– Open the drum door. – Switch off the washing

machine and leave the door open.

–

Switch on the washing machine.

–

Try and recalibrate to zero again.

Problem solving guide

Problems with the automatic liquid detergent dispensing system

Problem Possible cause Remedy

No liquid detergent has been dispensed.

Using automatic liquid detergent dispensing does not give the required result.

The liquid detergent container and tube are empty.

The tube is kinked or squashed.

The Automatic dispensing button has not been activated.

If none of the above is the case, call the Service Department.

Not enough liquid detergent was dispensed.

The dosage level has been set too low.

Add liquid detergent to the container and fill the tube with liquid detergent as described in "Before using for the first time - Priming the liquid detergent dispensing system".

Make sure you remember to refill the liquid detergent container in good time.

Position the tube so that it is free of kinks.

The indicator light for the Automatic dispensing button will come on when the button is pressed.

Check whether the opening in the lid of the container has become clogged.

Increase the dosage level and select a higher degree of soiling setting, if necessary.

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The laundry is not clean even though the dosage level is set correctly.

The liquid detergent has dried out.

The wrong cleaning agent e.g. powder detergent, bleaching agent or fabric conditioner, was added to the liquid detergent container by mistake.

There are dark specks in the liquid detergent.

Problem solving guide

Liquid detergents usually contain no bleaching agents. They do not remove fruit, coffee and tea stains.

The container has not been closed properly.

Empty out the agent and clean the container and the valve in the bottom of the container thoroughly.

Check whether any of the wrong cleaning agent has made its way into the dispensing tube. If it has, the tube must be dismantled and cleaned thoroughly.

Mould has developed in the detergent.

Instead of liquid detergent,

–

use a general purpose powder detergent containing a bleaching agent.

Add stain removers into

–

compartment j of the detergent dispenser drawer.

Clean the container, refill it with liquid detergent and close the lid securely.

Pour the liquid detergent out of the container and then clean the container thoroughly.

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 been 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 Settings

Language

Too vigorous wash action.

Not enough detergent used.

No fabric conditioner used.

Level the machine (see "Installation and connection").

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.

Programme in gentle action and more water.

Increase detergent dose to prevent limescale build up in laundry.

Use fabric conditioner in last rinse.

Problem solving guide

An unsatisfactory wash result

Problem Possible cause Remedy

Grey, greasy particles cling to washed laundry.

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

A stale smell is in the drum and on the laundry.

Clothes are coming out creased.

Insufficient amounts of detergent were used to break down the particles of grease in heavily soiled laundry.

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

Low temperature washing.

The machine was overloaded.

The wrong programme was used.

Use more detergent.

–

Before washing the next load

–

run a Cottons 75°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 for dark coloured laundry.

Before washing the next load run a Cottons 75°C programme with powder detergent but without a load.

Reduce the quantity of clothes in the drum.

–

Check care labels and the programme chart.

–

Use easy iron conditioners.

Problem solving guide

The door will not open

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 K button.

Deactivate the safety lock as described in "Changing the programme sequence - Safety lock".

Deactivate the code as described in "Settings menu".

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.

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.

Problem solving guide

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

Be careful not to release too much water at once. If the flow of water is too strong, some water can seep into the washing machine base and activate the water protection system float switch. This will prevent the washing machine from functioning.

^ 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.

Blocked drain outlet

If the drain outlet is blocked, up to 25 litres of water will be retained in the machine.

Slowly and carefully unscrew the drain filter to let the water out.

If you need to interrupt the flow of water:

Tighten the drain filter back up again.

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.

To avoid loss of detergent, pour approx. 2 litres of water into the detergent dispenser drawer after cleaning the drain filter. Excess water will be pumped out automatically before the next wash programme.

Opening the drum door

Always make sure that the drum

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

Remove any foreign objects (e.g. buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff from the filter housing. Turn the impeller by hand to check that it rotates freely. Any foreign object causing an obstruction should be removed.

Put the drain filter back in place and secure.

Pull the emergency release downwards (see illustration). The drum door will open.

After sales service

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

your Miele Dealer or

–

Miele (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.

Guarantee

For information on the appliance guarantee specific to your country please contact Miele. See back cover for contact details.

In the U.K. your appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of purchase. However, you must activate your cover by calling 0845 365 6640 or registering online at www.miele.co.uk.

Optional spare parts and accessories

Optional spare parts and 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.

N.B. A call-out charge will be applied for service visits where the problem could have been resolved as described in these instructions.

Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes.

Installation and connection

Front view

a Inlet hose with "Waterproof" system

b Electricity supply cable

c - f Flexible drain hose (with

detachable swivel elbow)

g Control panel

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 with "Waterproof" system

d Drain hose

e Transport clip for inlet and drain

hoses

f Safety cap for transit bars

g Transport clip for inlet and drain

hoses and for storing transit bars when not in use

h Dispensing tube for automatic liquid

detergent dispensing system

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 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 first.

If possible, install the machine in a corner, as this is usually the most stable part of the floor.

Transporting the washing machine to its installation site

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 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 spin using retaining clips (available from the Miele Spare Parts Dept). Otherwise there is the danger of the machine moving and falling off the plinth.

To remove the left and right covers

1. Pull on the attached stopper,

2. then use a screwdriver to release the

catch at the top.

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.

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.

^ Plug the holes with the plastic caps

as illustrated.

Secure the transit bars to the back of

the washing machine. Make sure that the top catch is located above the holder.

The machine must not be moved

without the transit bars in place. Store them as shown or keep them in a safe place for future use. They must be re-fitted if the machine is to be moved again (e.g. when moving house).

Re-fitting the transit bars

Re-fitting is carried out by reversing the procedure.

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 counternut 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 counternut 2 in a clockwise direction. Then turn counternut 2 together with foot 1 to unscrew.

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.

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.

Washer and Dryer stack

A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked with the washing machine. A "WTV" stacking kit* is necessary.

Please note:

– 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, the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet at www.miele-shop.com.

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

Installation and connection

Dispensing unit

The dispensing unit (liquid detergent container, lid and base) is stored in the drum when the washing machine is delivered.

Open the door (the washing machine

must be connected to the electricity supply).

Remove the dispensing unit.

Positioning the container

For safety reasons the

dispensing unit must not be positioned above sockets, switches, lights etc and must be at a distance of at least 60 cm

It must be easily accessible for refilling.

The unit can be located in a variety of positions.

away from them.

a Container (capacity: 5 litres)

b Lid

c Dispensing tube (length: 2 metres).

This is located at the back of the washing machine.

d Base

Fixings supplied:

–

Hose clip outlet underneath the container.

–

2 screws position.

for securing the tube to the

for securing the base in

a On the lid of the washing machine

b Beside the washing machine, e.g. on

a shelf

c In a unit next to the washing machine

d Fixed to the wall.

Installation and connection

Fitting the dispensing tube

The tube must not be kinked,

squashed or damaged in any way. Do not remove the stopper at the end of the tube until after it has been fitted. If dirt were to get into the tube, it could damage the pump.

Place the dispensing unit in the

position you have chosen for it.

Take the end of the tube from the

back of the washing machine and position it so that it reaches the base of the dispensing unit.

^ Take the container off its base and

unscrew the base.

^ Remove the stopper from the end of

the tube.

Attach the tube to the outlet

underneath the base using the hose clip supplied.

If the tube is too long, it can be looped behind the washing machine.

Extension tube

A 5 metre long extension tube is available from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department as an optional extra.

If the 5 metre tube is used, an increased dosage level of 215 ml needs to be set when the liquid detergent dispensing system is primed

- see "Before using for the first time".

Fitting the base

Only use the screws supplied

to secure the dispensing unit to the lid of the washing machine. Using different screws could damage the washing machine.

The tube must be attached to the outlet underneath the base before the base is screwed into position.

Installation and connection

Secure the base to the lid of the

washing machine by hand, using the screws supplied.

^ Place the rubber stoppers in the

holes (this time from above).

^ Now place the container onto the

base and push it down firmly.

Use a thin screwdriver to remove the two rubber stoppers.

Installation and connection

The Miele Waterproof system

The Miele Waterproof system protects the washing machine from water damage.

The system consists of three main components:

1) the inlet hose

2) the electronic unit and the washing machine housing

3) the drain hose

1) Inlet hose

– The inlet hose is fitted with an

additional electrical safety valve which works like an automatic stopcock and is housed in the inlet hose connection box.

– It is pressure tested to between

7,000 and 10,000 kPa.

– The inlet hose has a protective

sleeve.

2) Electronic unit and washing machine housing

Sump

–

Any leaking water is collected in a sump in the base of the machine. A float switches off the safety valves, preventing any more water from flowing into the machine and water in the suds container is pumped away.

Overflow protection

–

This prevents the washing machine taking in too much water. If the water level exceeds a certain level, the drain pump switches in and pumps the excess water away.

3) Drain hose

The drain hose is protected by a ventilation system which prevents the washing machine from being emptied completely.

Any leaking water from the inlet hose is fed into the sump through this protective sleeve. A float switches off the safety valve, preventing any more water from flowing into the machine and water in the suds container is pumped away.

Installation and connection

Connection to the water supply

The plastic casing of the safety

valve contains electrical components. The Waterproof system must only be connected to its own stopcock. It must not be connected to mixer taps or similar and must not be fitted in areas where there is the risk of water or other liquids reaching it.

Do not get wet.

The machine should be connected to the mains water supply in accordance with local and national safety regulations. The German authorities do not require it to have a non-return valve as the washing machine has been designed to comply with DIN regulations.

The machine is designed to operate with a flow pressure of between 100 and 1,000 kPa (1-10 bar). 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

with

/4" thread. The stopcock should

be fitted by a qualified plumber.

,The connection point is subject

to mains water pressure. Turn on the stopcock slowly and check for leaks. Correct the position of the washer and union if appropriate.

The protective sleeve of the hose must not be damaged or kinked.

The washing machine is not suitable for connection to a hot water supply.

Installation and connection

Maintenance and care

If you intend to unscrew the Miele Waterproof system hose from the stopcock it is essential to disconnect the machine from the electricity supply first.

Only use a Miele Waterproof system hose should you need a replacement.

In order to protect the water inlet valve, the dirt filter in the water inlet valve connection must not be removed.

Extension hose

A 1.5 metre long (metal) extension hose is available from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department as an optional extra.

This hose is tested to withstand pressures of up to 14,000 kPa and can be used as a flexible extension to the water supply.

N.B. Using this hose renders the Waterproof system safety valve on the inlet hose ineffective.

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.

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 protect the machine with 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).

Technical data

Height 850 mm

Width 595 mm

Depth 615 mm

Depth with door open 993 mm

Height for building under 820 mm

Width for building under 600 mm

Depth for building under 600 mm

Weight 98 kg

Capacity 8 kg dry laundry

Voltage See data plate

Connected load See data plate / plug

Fuse rating See data plate

Consumption data See "Consumption data"

Water flow pressure minimum 100 kPa (1 bar)

Water flow pressure maximum 1000 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

LEDs Class 1

Test certificates awarded See data plate

Power consumption when switched off 0,1 W

Power consumption when not switched off

2,5 W

Consumption data

Load Consumption data

Energy Water Duration Residual

in kWh in litres

Cottons 90°C 8.0 kg 2.30 64 2 h 29 min 50%

60°C 8.0 kg 1.52 55 1 h 59 min 50%

60°C 4.0 kg 1.15 47 1 h 59 min 50%

r* 8.0 kg 0.94 55 2 h 59 min 44%

r* 4.0 kg 0.94 47 2 h 59 min 44%

40°C 8.0 kg 0.96 72 2 h 29 min 44%

40°C 4.0 kg 0.83 47 2 h 29 min 44%

s 8.0 kg 0.80 55 2 h 59 min 44%

s* 4.0 kg 0.66 47 2 h 59 min 44%

Minimum iron 40°C 3.5 kg 0.50 50 1 h 50 min 30%

Delicates 30°C 2.0 kg 0.38 69 56 min – Woollens / 30°C 2.0 kg 0.23 39 39 min – Silks / 30°C 1,0 kg 0,25 39 36 min. –

Express 20 40°C 3.5 kg 0.32 30 20 min –

Hygiene 60°C 7.0 kg 1.70 80 2 h 40 min –

Automatic plus 40°C 5.0 kg 0.52 62 1 h 27 min –

Shirts 60°C 2.0 kg 0.95 59 1 h 11 min –

Denim 40°C 3.0 kg 0.52 52 58 min –

Dark garments 40°C 3.0 kg 0.58 55 1 h 15 min –

Sportswear 40°C 3.0 kg 0.50 40 1 h 07 min –

Trainers 30°C 1.5 kg 0.35 35 57 min –

Outerwear 40°C 2.5 kg 0.45 55 1 h 02 min –

Proofing 40°C 2.5 kg 0.35 12 39 min –

Soft toys 30°C 1.0 kg 0.25 45 52 min –

First wash 30°C 3.0 kg 0.25 42 1 h 00 min –

Pillows 60°C 1.0 kg 0.90 44 1 h 17 min –

Curtains 40°C 2.0 kg 0.45 38 52 min –

Maintenance prog. 75°C 0 kg 0.80 42 43 min –

moisture

Consumption data

Notes for test institutes:

* The test programme conforms to EN 60456 and the energy label with

Directive 1061/2010.

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.

Settings menu

The Settings menu can be used to alter the machine's electronics to suit changing requirements. Settings can be altered at any time.

To open the Settings menu

Switch on the washing machine.

Turn the programme selector to

Further programmes/Settings 4. The following will appear in the display:

Further programmes

Settings !

Dark garments ,

^ Confirm the selection of the

highlighted Settings

! option by

pressing the OK button.

To select a setting

^ Press the X or Y button to scroll

through the options until the setting you want is highlighted and confirm your selection by pressing the OK button.

To close the Settings menu

;

Language !

The display can be set to appear in one of several different languages.

You can change the language via the Language sub-menu.

The flag after the word Language acts as a guide to prevent a language which will not be understood from being set.

A tick L will appear beside the language selected to show that it has been set.

Time

First select either a 24 hour or 12 hour clock. Then set the current time of day.

Clock format

^ Use the X or Y button to highlight the

clock format you want and confirm your selection with the OK button.

Set the time of day

Select Set the time of day sub-menu. Use the X or Y button to set the time and confirm your selection with the OK button.

Select Back

# or wait for approx. 15

seconds and the display will return to the programme menu automatically.

Settings menu

Detergent dosage

If you change the brand of liquid detergent for the automatic dispensing system you will also need to alter the dosage level set for it.

See "Liquid detergent dispensing Dosage level" for more information.

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 machine is delivered with the Gentle action setting deactivated.

The option which is currently set will have a tick L beside it.

Longer pre-wash Cottons

The pre-wash for the Cottons programme can be extended by 6, 9 or 12 minutes.

The default setting for the pre-wash is 25 minutes.

If you require a longer pre-wash, this can be extended.

The option which is currently set will have a tick L beside it.

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 90°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.

The option which is currently set will have a tick L beside it.

Settings menu

Lock code

The code prevents the washing machine 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.

To activate the lock code

Lock code

Activate

Back #

^ Press the OK button.

The display will now request that a code is entered. The code is 125 and cannot be altered.

To enter the lock code

Lock code

The following will appear in the display:

0 Lock code activated

Once the washing machine is switched off, it can only be used again if the lock code is entered.

To use the washing machine when the lock code is activated

When the washing 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 lock code

Proceed as for activating the lock code.

0 00

Use the Y or X button to enter the first number. Confirm your selection of this number by pressing the OK button. Now enter the second number.

Repeat the process until all three numbers have been entered and confirm your entry of the last number by pressing the OK button.

Settings menu

Temperature unit

You can chose for the temperature to be displayed in °C/Celsius or °F/Fahrenheit.

The option which is currently set will have a tick L beside it.

Buzzer

When the buzzer function has been activated, an audible tone sounds at the end of a programme or when Rinse hold is reached.

You can select one of two volumes or switch the buzzer off.

Off

(The machine is delivered with this option selected.)

The buzzer is switched off.

Normal

Keypad tone

An audible tone sounds each time a button is pressed.

The machine is delivered with the keypad tone switched off.

The option which is currently set will have a tick L beside it.

Brightness

There are ten different display brightness settings.

The machine is delivered with the display brightness on setting 5.

The brightness will change as soon as a different setting is chosen.

Contrast

There are ten different display contrast settings.

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.

The option which is currently set will have a tick L beside it.

The machine is delivered with the display contrast on setting 5.

The contrast will change as soon as a different setting is chosen.

Settings menu

Standby display

To save energy, the display goes out and the indicator light for the Start/ Stop button starts flashing slowly.

The display will always go out,

if a programme is not selected within

–

10 minutes of the washing 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.

The standby function is activated. The display will go out 10 minutes after a programme has started.

Not in current prog.

Memory

If an extra option has been selected for a programme, or the recommended temperature or spin speed has been altered, the machine will store the changes in memory at the start of a programme.

When this programme is chosen again these settings will appear in the display.

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 items removed at any time during the anti-crease phase.

(The machine is delivered with this option selected.)

The standby function is deactivated. The display will remain visible during a programme.

(The machine is delivered with this option selected.)

Anti-crease is activated.

Off

Anti-crease is deactivated.

Load sensor

See "Calibrating the load sensor to zero" for details on how to calibrate the load sensor to the zero setting.

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. Miele have also 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 and remove odours whilst taking care of the special microfibres used in these garments.

"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.

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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