Operating instructions
for Washing machine
W 939
It is essential to read these
operating instructions before
installing or using the machine, to
avoid the risk of accident, or damage
to the machine. M.-Nr. 04 973 550
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Caring for our environment
Caring for our environment
Disposal of the packing material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials
which are environmentally friendly for
disposal and can normally be recycled.
Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure they are offered for recycling.
Disposal of your old
machine/appliance
Old machines/appliances contain materials which can be recycled. Please
contact your dealer, your local waste
collection centre or scrap merchant
about potential recycling schemes. Ensure that the machine/appliance presents no danger to children while being
stored for disposal. See the appropriate advice in the "Warning and Safety"
instructions.
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Contents
Contents
Caring for our environment
Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Disposal of your old machine/appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Guide to the machine
General view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Warning and Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Washing environmentally and economically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Flushing out the wash cabinet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Water hardness reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
How to wash correctly
Brief guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Before washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
To start a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Delay start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
After washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Load indicator lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Adding or removing washing after programme start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
. . . cancelling a programme and selecting a new one. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
. . . altering a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
. . . Repeating a section (e.g. rinse). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
. . . Leaving a section out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Adding detergent
It is important to dispense the correct amount, because . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Adding detergent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Water softeners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Fabric conditioners, Texturisers, Liquid starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Automatic fabric conditioners, texturisers, or liquid starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Separate fabric conditioner or texturiser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Starching separately. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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Programmes
Programme selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Care symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Additional options
Soak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Pre-wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Short. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Water plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Spin and Drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
"Without final spin". . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
"Rinse hold" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Electronic programme locking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Electronic Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Display
Delay start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Time left display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Soak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Programmable functions
P1 = Maximum water level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
P2 = Water plus system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
P4 = Activating the i compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
P9 = Gentle action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
P10 = Top-up rinse for Cottons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
P11 = Memory function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Programming and storing in memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
1. Selecting programming mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
2. Selecting a programmable function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
3. To activate or deactivate a programmable function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4. Storing the programmable function in memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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Cleaning and care
Cleaning the washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Extra cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Cleaning the fluff (drain) filter and pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Cleaning the filter in the water inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Problem solving guide
What to do, if . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Opening the drum door in the event of a power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
After sales service
Customer contact. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Future updates (PC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Installation
Installation surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Removing the transit fitting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Adjust the four leveling feet as follows:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Building under . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Washer and Dryer stack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Fitting or changing the decor panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Decor panel dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Fitting a plinth facia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Installation: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Connection to water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Connection to the drainage system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
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Guide to the machine
Guide to the machine
General view
1 Electric supply cable
2 Inlet hose (able to withstand press-
ures up to 70 bar)
3 Flexible drain hose (with detachable
swivel elbow)
4 Detergent dispenser drawer
5 Facia panel with controls
6 Drum door
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7 Access panel for drain pump and filter
8 Four height adjustable feet
9 Panel for emergency door release
and for drainage (door hinged right)
Panel for drainage (door hinged left)
10Panel for emergency door release
(door hinged left)
Control panel
Guide to the machine
b “I-ON / 0-OFF” button
To switch the machine ON or OFF or
to interrupt a programme.
c “Door” button
opens the machine door.
d CHECK LIGHTS
e Touch pads for PROGRAMMES
f Touch pads for ADDITIONAL
OPTIONS
Indicator light on = selected
Indicator light off = not selected
g TEMPERATURE display
with the“_” buttons to set the
wash temperature
h SPIN SPEED display
with the “_” buttons to set the
final spin speed
i SEQUENCE display
with the button to change the programme sequence.
j Indicator lights for the LOAD dis-
play
k START touch pad
starts the wash programme
l Buzzer button
m Delay start button
with the “_” buttons to set the
time
n Display
Display has several functions:
– shows the length of programme;
– with ”delay start" shows the time until
the programme starts;
– shows the programming functions
when they are called up.
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Warning and Safety Instructions
Warning and Safety Instructions
Read the operating instructions before using this machine for the first
time. They contain important information about the safety, use and
maintenance of the machine. This
will avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the machine.
Keep these operating instructions in
a safe place and ensure that new
users are familiar with the content.
Pass them on to any future owner of
the machine.
Correct usage
Only use the washing machine to
wash items which are specified by
the manufacturer to be machine-washable on the wash-care label, and textiles composed of hand-washable wool.
Any other applications may be dangerous. The manufacturer is not liable
for damage resulting from improper
use or operation.
This appliance should not be oper-
ated by children. Supervise its use
by the elderly or infirm.
Young children should be super-
vised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
Technical safety
Before setting up the machine,
check it for any externally visible
damage. Do not install and use a damaged machine.
Before connecting the machine,
ensure that the connection data on
the data plate (fusing, voltage and frequency) match the mains electricity
supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
Caution:
if the appliance is supplied form a
cord extension set or electrical portable
outlet device the cord extension set or
electrical portable outlet device should
be positioned so it is not subject to
splashing or ingress of moisture.
The electrical safety of this ma-
chine can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between
the machine and an effective earthing
system which complies with local and
national regulations. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is
regularly tested by a qualified electrician.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for the consequences of an
inadequate earthing system.
For safety reasons do not operate
this appliance on an extension
cable. Danger of overheating.
The machine is built in accordance
with current safety requirements.
Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user, for
which the manufacturer cannot accept
responsibility. Repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele approved engineer.
The machine is only completely iso-
lated from the electricity supply
when:
– it is switched off at the wall socket
and the plug is withdrawn, or
– it is switched off at the mains, or
– the mains fuse is withdrawn.
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Warning and Safety Instructions
The best materials are used in the
manufacture of this machine, and
every care is taken to check all parts.
However, with time, deterioration of
parts can occur, especially with such
components as hoses, giving rise to
leaks. Check the hose regularly for
signs of wear, and change in good
time, to avoid leaks and subsequent
damage
Faulty components must only be
exchanged for Miele original spare
parts. Only when these parts are fitted
can the safety standards of the machine be guaranteed.
If the connection cable is dam-
aged it must be replaced by a special Miele cable.
Use
Do not install your washing ma-
chine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur. Frozen
hoses may burst under pressure. The
reliability of the electronic control system may be impaired at temperatures
below freezing point.
In countries where there are areas
which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin,
pay particular attention to keeping the
appliance 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 appliance guarantee.
Before using the machine for the
first time, check that the transit fitting at the rear of the machine has
been removed (see section on "Installation"). During spinning, a transit fitting
which is still in place may result in damage to both the machine and adjacent
furniture or appliances.
Turn off the stopcock if the ma-
chine 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. Otherwise this will result in flooding.
Take care to ensure that foreign
objects (e.g. nails, needles, coins,
paper clips, etc.) do not find their way
into the machine with the washing (e.g.
in pockets). Foreign objects can damage components of the machine, which
in turn can result in damage to the
washing.
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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. Consult the Miele Customer Service Department.
Textiles which have been pre-
treated in solvent-based cleaning
agents must be thoroughly rinsed in
clean water before being washed in the
machine.
Never use solvent-based cleaning
agents in this machine, as this may
result in damage to component parts
and create toxic fumes. Such detergents also pose a fire and explosion hazard.
Only use dyes specified by the
manufacturer as being suitable for
use in a washing machine. Always observe the manufacturer’s instructions
carefully.
Always make sure the drum is sta-
tionary before reaching in to
remove washing. Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous.
Accessories
Accessory parts may only be fitted
when expressly approved by
Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability
claims may be invalidated.
Disposal of your old machine
Before discarding an old machine
unplug it. Render the plug useless.
Cut off the cable directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse.
Dye removers may contain sulphur
compounds which cause damage
such as corrosion. Do not use dye
removers in this machine.
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Washing environmentally and economically
Washing environmentally and economically
– Caring for the environment means
saving water, energy and detergent
when washing but without compromising on results. Load to the maximum recommended for the programme.
The key to a good wash result is
finding the best combination of detergent amount, temperature, length of
programme and the machine’s technology.
– The 95°C Cottons programme is
probably only needed in cases of
sickness. Otherwise a lower temperature is normally sufficient.
– Use the MIXED WASH poly/cottons
programme or the QUICK WASH programme for smaller amounts of washing.
– A main wash is sufficient to clean
normally soiled washing.
– Use the additional option "soak”.
After this you can select a lower temperature in the main wash.
– Use the "Short" wash option for nor-
mally or very lightly soiled washing.
– Do not exceed the amounts of deter-
gent which may be recommended
by the manufacturer on the packaging.
– Reduce the amounts of detergent
with smaller loads, (e.g. with a half
load, approx. one third less detergent).
– Select the highest suitable spin
speed in the wash programme when
tumble drying afterwards.
– The washing times can vary con-
siderably due to the automatic load
adjustment feature. Depending on
the amount of the load, the main
wash may be shortened and one
rinse omitted.
– Use the additional option "Soak" in-
stead of “Pre-wash" with heavily
soiled washing.
With Soak followed immediately by
Main wash the same suds are used.
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Before using for the first time
Before using for the first time
Ensure that the machine is correctly
installed and connected. See the
relevant section.
Flushing out the wash cabinet.
Turn on the stopcock.
Do not load any washing.
To avoid excessive foaming fill com-
partment j with 1/4 of the amount
of detergent recommended on packaging only.
Press the I-ON/O-OFF button.
Press the COTTONS button
Set the temperature to 60°C“ with the
_” buttons.
Important
This temperature must be selected so
the electronic unit is matched with the
surrounding conditions.
Press the “Water plus” button.
The indicator light comes on.
of the water hardness (1 = soft, 4 =
very hard). N.B. This is not a water softener, and has no effect on the machine or the wash.
There is a removable spatula (yellow) supplied with the machine. It is
located at the rear of the dispenser
drawer facia.
Set the spin selector “_” to no
spin.
Press the “START” button.
This operation will flush out any
residues by the end of the programme.
Water hardness reminder
The amount of detergent will depend
on various factors including the water
hardness level in your area.
If you do not know how hard the water
is in your catchment area, please contact your local water authority.
There is a small dial on the dispenser
which you can set purely as a reminder
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Use the spatula to turn the dial to the
appropriate setting.
How to wash correctly
How to wash correctly
Brief guide
The headings numbered (1,2,3,...)
show the operating sequence and can
be used as a brief guide.
Before washing
1 Prepare the wash load.
Dark textiles often contain excess dye
and should be washed separately several times before being included in a
mixed load.
Delicate textiles should be washed separately in a delicates programme (use
a washing bag where appropriate).
Do not wash any items in this machine
which are specified by the manufacturer as non-machine washable on
the care label. (h symbol)
Pre-treat the washing
Badly soiled areas, e.g. collars and
cuffs, and water soluble stains can be
pre-treated with bar soap, liquid detergent or detergent mixed into a solution
or paste.
With particularly stubborn stains ask
your dry cleaner for advice. Do not
used solvent-based cleaning agents in
this machine.
Empty all pockets.
Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins,
paper clips etc) can cause damage
to textiles and components in the
machine.
Sort the washing.
Most garments have a textile care label
in the collar or side seam. Sort the
washing by care label symbols. (See
the section on these symbols for their
explanation).
– Curtains:
Remove lead weights and strips or
place in a laundry bag.
– Underwiring and collar stiffeners:
Any loose wiring in bras, shirt collar
stiffeners etc should be removed or
sown in.
– Knitted garments, trousers and
jeans, T and sweat shirts:
Turn inside out, if recommended by
the manufacturer.
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How to wash correctly
2 Press in the “I-On/0-Off” button.
The machine is switched on.
3 Press the “Door” button.
4 Load the drum.
Unfold washing and load loosely in the
drum. To achieve best results it is advisable to make up mixed loads consisting of both large and small items. This
improves the washing effect and helps
distrubite the load evenly to keep the
machine stable and reduce the noise
level during spinning.
Overloading reduces the wash result
and causes more creasing.
Maximum load weights are noted
below:
COTTONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.0 kg
MINIMUM IRON . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 kg
DELICATES/SYNTHETICS . . . . . 1.0 kg
To start a programme
8 Select the basic programme
Press the required basic programme
button (see the programme chart).
9 Set the required temperature
WOOLLENS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0 kg
QUICK WASH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 kg
MIXED WASH/Polycottons . . . . . 3.0 kg
5 Close the drum door.
Make sure that there is no obstruction
between the drum door and seal.
6 Open the stopcock.
7 Add detergent.
See section on “detergent” for details.
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Press the “_” button until the indicator light for the required temperature lights up.
The maximum temperature is limited in
some programmes (see the programme chart).
How to wash correctly
0 Select any additional
option required.
Press the relevant button.
Indicator light on = selected
Indicator light off = not selected
An additional option that has been se-
lected can be de-selected by pressing
the button.
! Select a spin speed.
Press the“_”, button until the indicator light for the required final spin
speed lights up.
In some programmes the maximum
spin speed is limited. The machine will
not allow a higher spin speed to be selected. (see section "programme survey").
Memory function
If the last time a programme was run
an additional option or different spin
speed was selected, the machine
will have stored this information in its
memory.
The next time that programme is selected the machine displays the additional option, temperature and spin already stored in memory.
Exception:
Soak, and Delay start.
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How to wash correctly
Delay start
Select delay start
if required.
The start of programmes can be delayed from 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24 h 00 hours.
Press the “delay start” button.
Use the “_” buttons to set the
length of delayed time.
After washing
$ Press the “Door” button.
% Remove the washing.
Only remove washing from the machine once the drum has stopped
turning, otherwise you may seriously injure yourself. Make sure the
drum is empty. Items left behind
could colour run, shrink, or be damaged in the next programme.
Each press on the (“>”) increases the
delayed time or on the (“$”) shortens
it:
– by 30 minutes up to 10 hours.
– by one hour from 10 hours upwards.
To delete delay start:
Press the delay start button.
~ Press the “START” button.
This starts the programme.
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& Check the folds in the door seal for
any small articles e.g. buttons
which might be lodged there.
/ Press and release the “I-ON/0-OFF”
button.
( Close the drum door.
Otherwise there is a danger of objects
being placed inadvertently in the drum.
If these remained unnoticed and were
washed in the next load, they could
damage the washing.
How to wash correctly
Load indicator lights
From the absorbency of a wash load
the machine can identify the size of
load or its composition.
This recognition takes place within the
first ten minutes after programme start.
The indicator lights show how the load
has been identified in the Cottons and
Minimum Iron programmes.
1 Indicator lights on = Minimum-
load
2 Indicator lights on =Medium
load
3 Indicator lights on =full
load
Adding or removing washing
after programme start
Washing can be added or removed
after the programme has already
started, when using the following programmes.
– Cottons
– Minimum iron
– Woollens
– Quick wash
– Mixed wash poly/cottons
Press the “Door” button in and hold it
until the door springs open.
Add or remove items.
Shut the door.
Apart from some exceptional circumstances the door can be opened during all stages except Spin for Cottons,
Woollens, Quick Wash and Mixed
Wash poly/cottons (high cotton percentage) and. Starch programmes.
With Minimum Iron and Mixed Wash Poly/Cottons
(high polyester percentage) the door
can be opened during the main wash
with some exceptions.
General exceptions:
The door cannot be opened when:
– the suds temperature is above 55°C.
– the additional option “Water plus”
has been selected,
– programme locking is switched on.
Load recognition is switched off if
extra washing is added or washing is
removed. The machine will complete
the programme cycle for a full load
and maximum load indicator lights
up.
– Starch
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How to wash correctly
Programme . . .
. . . cancelling a programme and selecting a new one.
Switch the machine off and then on
again.
Start the new programme as de-
scribed in the section "Programme
start".
If a new start is made the automatic
load recognition is switched off. The
machine will wash as for a full load
and the maximum load indicator
lights up.
. . . altering a programme
The machine will accept the following
changes after the "Start" button has
been pressed:
– selection of a different temperature,
extra selection or de-selection of the
"Water plus" and "Quick wash" op-
tions can be carried out up to 6
minutes after start.
– the final spin speed can be changed
within the restrictions of the pro-
gramme.
Once the door has been opened the
additional functions can no longer be
changed.
In order to select another programme
the programme must be cancelled and
a new start take place.
. . . Repeating a section (e.g. rinse)
A programme selection can be repeated or a particular programme section can be selected direct.
Switch the machine on
Select the programme
Press the “Start” button
Press the button to change the programme sequence enough times
until the required position is
reached.
For rinsing laundry separately the "Delicates" programme is suggested..
. . . Leaving a section out
Press the button for changing the
programme sequence at the spot requested.
The programme will then continue in
the next programme stage. The corresponding segment in the programme
sequence display illuminates.
When programme locking has been
activated the programme cannot be
changed nor can a programme section be repeated or left out.
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Adding detergent
All modern detergents produced for
automatic washing machines are suitable, including liquid, compact (concentrated) and special application
detergents. Use dispensing aids, e.g.
balls, if these are supplied with the
detergent.
Woollens and knitwear containing wool
mixtures should be washed using a
detergent specifically designed for
washing woollens.
Amounts of detergent are recommended on the packaging.
The right amount to dispense will depend on the following:
– The quantity of washing.
– The soiling level of the washing.
lightly soiled
No visible dirt or stains. Possibly
slight body odour.
normally soiled
Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight
stains.
heavily soiled
Stains and soiling clearly visible.
– The water hardness level
Check with your local water supplier if
you do not know the water hardness
level.
Adding detergent
Water Hardness
Hardness
range
I soft 0 - 130 0 - 7
II medium 130 - 250 7 - 14
III hard 250 - 380 14 - 21
IV very hard over 380 over 21
Important
Please note not all detergents dissolve
completely at lower water temperatures
of 20°C or 30°C and will leave a sludge
in the machine leading to staining of
laundry. It is advisable to use once in a
fortnight a hotter wash of about 60°C to
flusch machine out.
It is important to dispense the
correct amount, because . . .
. . . too little has the following results:
– The washing will not be properly
clean and will in time become grey
and hard to the touch.
– Greasy particles cling to the washing.
– Lime deposits on the heater ele-
ments.
. . . too much results in the following:
– Excessive foam.
– Low level of agitation.
– Poor washing, rinsing and spinning
results.
– High water consumption (an addito-
nal rinse cycle will automatically
switch in).
– Burdening the environment.
Type of
water
(hardness)
Total
hardness
(mg/l)
°dH
German
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Adding detergent
Adding detergent
i = Compartment pre-wash
j = Compartment main wash
p = Compartment fabric conditioner
Water is taken in through compartment
i in the pre-wash.
Water is taken in through compartment
j in the main wash. If the capacity of
compartment j is insufficient for the
amount of detergent needed (e.g. in
very hard water areas), the machine
can be programmed so that water and
detergent can also be taken into the
main wash through compartment i ,
see section on "Programmable
functions i" .
Water softeners
A water softener can be used to cut
down on the use of detergents in water
hardness ranges II-IV. Dispense according to the amount specified on the
packaging. First add detergent and
then the water softener.
Use a quantity of detergent as for soft
water.
If you wash using several components
(e.g. special application detergents),
we recommend dispensing the agents
into compartment j in the following
order:
1. Detergent
2. Water softener
3. Stain salts
This way the agents are distributed
more efficiently.
Fabric conditioners, Texturisers, Liquid starch
Fabric conditioners make garments
soft and fluffy to handle and help prevent static cling when tumble drying.
Texturisers are synthetic starch formulations and give body to items e.g. shirts,
tablecloths and bed linen.
Starch gives body to items of washing.
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Dispense according to the amount
specified on the packaging.
Adding detergent
Automatic fabric conditioners, texturisers, or liquid starch
Open the lid of compartment p.
Add the fabric conditioner, texturiser
or liquid starch. Do not exceed the
maximum level mark.
Close the compartment lid.
Separate fabric conditioner or texturiser
Add fabric conditioner or texturiser
to the compartment p.
Press the “Starch” button
Select a spin speed.
Press the “Start” button.
Starching separately
Measure and prepare starch in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Add the starch to compartment i.
Press the “Starch” button.
Select a spin speed.
Press the “Start” button.
Push the drawer back in.
The conditioner, texturiser or liquid
starch is automatically dispensed in the
last rinse. At the end of the programme a small amount of water remains in the fabric conditioner compartment p.
If starching frequently, clean the dispenser compartment and especially
the siphon tube and conditioner
channel. (See section on the detergent dispenser drawer in "Cleaning
and Care") .
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Programmes
Programmes
Programme selection
Programme Fabric Temperature max.
COTTONS
COTTONS
MINIMUM IRON
DELICATES
WOOLLENS
/
QUICK WASH
MIXED WASH
Poly/Cottons
Cottons and linen fabrics, eg bed linen, table
linen, towelling, jeans, underwear,,T-shirts,
nappies.
Wash load as for standard tests 60°C 1600
(60°C) white nylon, white polyester fabrics (50°C),
coloured nylon, polyester, cotton and viscose
fabrics with special finishes, acrylic, cotton
fabrics, coloured polyester / cotton fabrics,
(40°/30°C) minimum iron fabrics not washable at
higher temperatures
Acrylics, acetate and triacetate, socks and
stockings in man-made fibres, (not wool or wool
blends)
Curtains, specified machine-washable by the
manufacturer (pre-wash probably advisable).
Programme for machine-washable or handwashable wool or wool blend fabrics
very lightly soiled fabrics, which can be washed in
the Cottons programme.
Mixed load of textiles which can be washed in
Cottons and Minimum Iron programmes and
sorted according to colour.
95°C to 30°C 1600
60°C to 30°C 900
40°C to cold 600
30°C to cold 600
40°C to cold 1200
40°C 1600
60°C to cold 900
spin speed
Starch
Spin
Drain
cold:
If “Cold” is selected for the temperature, the water is warmed to 24°C. This uniform temperature helps
the effect of the detergent.
Table cloths, napkins, overalls, uniforms. cold 1600
Articles which can be spun, eg handwashed
items, max weight according to fabric.
1600
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max. load Additional options Notes
Programmes
5 kg – Soak
5 kg For test institutes:
2.5 kg – Soak
1 kg – Soak
Fill the drum
loosely 1/2 to
3/4 full
1 kg Use liquid wool detergent.
2.5 kg – Water plus
3.0 kg – Soak
5.0 kg The washing should be washed, but not treated with fabric
– Pre-wash
– Short
– Water plus
(Option 1,2,3,4)
– Pre-wash
– Short
– Water plus
(Option 1,2)
– Pre-wash
– Short
– Soak
– Pre-wash
– Short
(Option 1,2)
– Pre-wash
– Short
– Water plus
(Option 1,2,3*,4*)
With heavily soiled items select "Soak" or "Pre-wash". Wash
dark colours in liquid detergent.
Programme setting for tests according to EN 60456
Standard Programme
With heavily soiled items select "Soak" or "Pre-wash"
For slightly soiled items select “Short”
Use the Wool programme for textiles with wool content
Dust in curtains usually makes pre-wash advisable.
With hand washed items made from other
fibres reduce the spin speed or de-select.
Add less detergent (half load)
The water level, number of rinses and programme time are
set automatically in relation to composition of the washing
conditioner.
5.0 kg
See Section on Additional options for more details.
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Programmes
Programme sequence
COTTONS
1)
MINIMUM IRON
Soak optional optional optional
Pre-wash optional optional optional
Main wash
XXX
Top up rinse from 70°Cprogrammable––
Graduated rinsing – from 40°Cfrom 50°C
No. of rinses
– minimum load 2 ––
– medium load 2 3 –
– full load 3 or 4
2)
– with Short button 2 2 3
Rinse and interim spin (rpm) max. 1000 max. 500 –
Final spin (rpm) max. 1600 max. 900 max. 600
Anti-crease, loosen max. 30 min max. 30 min max. 30 min
Rinse hold optional optional optional
Without final spin optional optional optional
Wash rhythm normal normal gentle action
Water level – Wash
– Rinse
low
low
3)
3)
low
medium
1)
DELICATES
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3)
3)
high
high
Explanations:
X Programme section included
– Programme section not included
1)
Load recognition:
The programme sequence is modified in these programmes according to the absorbancy of the load.
The indicator lights under "Load" on the control panel show the load identified by the machine.
2)
A 4th rinse automatically switches in if there is too much foam in the drum, or if a spin speed lower
than 700 rpm has been selected.
3)
Increasing the water level:
The water level can be increased from a low level to a higher level by pressing the "Water plus" button.
WOOL:
Wool is susceptible to damage from movement when it is wet. The wash action during the course of
the programme is low.
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Programmes
Woollens Quick wash Mixed wash Starch
high cotton
content
––optional optional –
––optional optional
XXXX–
–––––
–––from 40°C –
– 222–
– 223–
2 2 3 or 4
2)
––22–
max. 600 max. 500 max. 900 max. 500 –
max. 1200 max. 1600 max. 900 max. 900 max. 1600
– max. 30 min max. 30 min max. 30 min max. 30 min
optional optional optional optional optional
optional optional optional optional optional
Wool normal normal normal normal
medium
medium
3)
low
medium
3)
low
low
3)
3)
high polyester
content
3 –
3)
low
medium
3)
X
low
–
Top-up rinse (programmable):
At the end of the main wash additional water flows into the drum, and the suds are cooled slightly.
Hot water might damage plastic drain pipes.
Graduated rinsing:
The suds are cooled at the end of the wash cycle by water flowing in and being pumped away at intervals thereby minimising creasing.
Rinse and interim spin:
There is a spin between the rinses.
Final spin:
The maximum spin speed according to the programme can be selected with the Spin button. In the
programmes MINIMUM IRON, DELICATES, WOOLLENS and MIXED WASH the spin speed is automatically limited to the above stated maximum spin speed.
Anti-crease, and loosen:
The anti-crease action guards against the tendency for creases to set in when fabrics have been left
in the drum for a long time. There is drum movement twice a minute.
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Programmes
Care symbols
Washing
9 Cottons 95°C, 80°C,
70°C
8 Cottons 60°C, 50°C
7 Cottons 40°C
6 Cottons 30°C, cold
4 Minimum iron 60°C
3 Minimum iron 50°C
2 Minimum iron 40°C
1 Minimum iron 30°C, cold
a Delicates 40°C
@ Delicates 30°C, cold
/ hand wash
h do not wash
ABC dry clean
Tumble dry
q at normal temperature
r at low temperature
s do not tumble dry
Ironing
I hot iron
H medium hot iron
G cool iron
J do not iron
D do not dry clean
y suitable for chlorine bleach
z do not use chlorine bleach
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Additional options
Additional options
To select an additional option to the
basic programme press the button for
that option. The indicator light for the
option button comes on.
If an additional option is chosen which
is unsuitable for the basic programme,
(see the Programme Survey):
– the indicator light goes out when the
button is released.
If a spin speed is chosen which is unsuitable for the programme (see the
Programme survey):
– pressing the button has no effect.
Soak
For heavily soiled and stained items
with dried-on stains, or ones which
cannot be bleached out, (e.g. blood,
fats and oils, cocoa).
A length of time of between 30 minutes
and 6 hours can be chosen, in 30
minute periods, for the "Soak" process.
4 Press the “Start” button, unless
"Delay start" is to be selected.
Deleting soak time
Press the “Soak” button, the indicator
light goes out.
Adding detergent for the Soak programme:
– Programmes without pre-wash:
Add the total amount into compartment
j or directly on to the washing in
the drum.
– Programmes with pre-wash:
1/4 of the detergent should be added
to compartment i for "soak" and
"pre-wash", 3/4 of the detergent into
compartment j for the main wash.
Pre-wash
For heavily soiled and stained items
Short
Setting soak time
1 Select a programme.
2 Press the “Soak” button, the indicator
light flashes and the first 30 minutes
of the soak time are switched on.
3 The “>” button underneath the
"time" display can be used to
lengthen the soak time, and the “$”
button to shorten it.
– Important
The soak time chosen will be added
to the original programme duration in
the "time" display.
This shortens the programme running time. For lightly soiled items.
In the COTTONS, MINIMUM IRON and
MIXED WASH - Poly/Cottons programmes only two rinse cycles are carried out with a higher water level.
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Additional options
Water plus
The water level increases in "soak",
pre-wash", "main wash" and / or
"rinses", and / or an extra rinse can
be carried out.
You can choose between four options
for the "Water plus" button.
The options can be called up through
one of the programmable functions,
(see Water plus system in the Section
on programmable functions).
Buzzer
At the end of the programme or
when Rinse hold is reached an
audible tone sounds repeatedly.
The buzzer sounds for one hour maximum.
Switching off the additional options
Press the button for the relevant additional option, the indicator light goes
out.
Spin and Drain
For fabrics which can be spun after
having been hand-washed.
"Without final spin"
Washing is not spun after the final
rinse. After water has been drained the
machine switches automatically to the
anti-crease phase.
Interim rinse and spin is carried out in
the relevant programme sections.
"Rinse hold"
The washing remains suspended in
water after the final rinse.
This helps to reduce the possibility of
creasing if the washing is left for some
time before being taken out of the machine.
Interim rinse and spin is carried out in
the relavant programme sections.
To continue the programme:
with final spin
Select the required spin speed with the
“>” button under the Spin selection
display.
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without final spin
Press the “$” button under the spin
display once. The "without final spin" indicator light comes on and the machine pumps the water away.
Additional options
Electronic programme locking
Programme locking prevents the machine from being opened or the programme cancelled using a wash programme.
Switching on programme locking
1 Select a programme, (see Brief
guide to washing correctly).
2 Press the “START” button for at least
5 seconds, until the "locked" check
light comes on, (upper left on the
control panel).
Programme locking is now activated.
The machine will now not accept any
changes, and the wash programme
proceeds through to the end.
At the end of the wash programme,
and in "Rinse hold" the programme locking is discontinued, so that a new wash
programme can be chosen.
Switching off programme locking
1 Press the “Start” button until the
"locked" check light goes out.
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Additional options
Electronic Locking
The locking function prevents your
machine being used without your
knowledge.
when the locking function is switched
on:
– the machine cannot be opened,
– no programme can be selected,
– the machine cannot be started.
Switching on the locking function
1 Shut the drum door.
2 Switch on the machine.
3 Press the "Pre-wash" button and hold
pressed in while carrying out steps
4 and 5:
4 Press the Mixed Wash/Poly/Cottons
button once.
5 Press the Minimum iron button once.
To switch off the locking function
Repeat steps
"locked" goes out.
1 to 6. The check light
– The "locked" check light flashes,
(upper left on the control panel).
6 Release the "Pre-wash" button.
7 Switch off the machine.
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Display
The time left shows in the display, or
the time left plus soak time or the
delay start period.
In addition it serves as a display for
the programmable functions.
Display
Soak
If a time is selected for soaking, this is
added to the prescribed running time
for the programme and the total shown
in the display.
Delay start
A period of delay shows in the display.
After the appliance has started the
delay start time counts down.
If a delay start is higher than I0 hours it
will count down hourly, from 9 h 59 it
will count down in minutes.
Once the delay start period is completed the programme begins and the
actual programme duration shows in
the display.
See the section "How to wash correctly
(Programme start)".
Time left display
At the beginning of a programme, the
maximum duration of a programme is
shown in hours and minutes, where
delay start has not been selected.
In the Cottons, Minimum Iron and
Mixed Wash Poly/Cottons programmes
the type and volume of the wash will be
monitored during the first water inlet
phase. With a part load the time may
now be shortened by up to 60 minutes.
Example:
The COTTONS 60°C programme is selected:
– The display shows a programme run-
ning time of I h 58.
– A soaking time of one hour is
chosen.
– The display shows a total running
time of 2 h 58 .For more detailed information on soaking see the section
Additional options "Soak".
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Programmable functions
Programmable functions
The programmable functions enable
the user to introduce further features as
required. The programmable functions
remain stored in memory until they are
cancelled by the user.
The following programmable
functions can be selected:
P1 = Maximum water level
Option 2
Increase in the water level in soak, prewash, main wash and rinses for Cottons, Minimum iron, Delicates, Quick
wash, and Mixed wash particularly for
fabrics that need special care, or
where extra attention must be taken in
dissolving detergent. This option is already set when the machine is delivered from the factory.
The water level for rinsing is automatically raised to the maximum level
where rinse results are particularly
important.
Effective for the rinses in programmes:
– Cottons
– Minimum iron
– Quick Wash
– Mixed wash - Poly/Cottons
P2 = Water plus system
The "Water plus" button offers four options,increasing water level and / or
bringing in an extra rinse cycle.
Option 1
Increase in the rinse water level in the
Cottons, Minimum iron, Quick Wash
and Mixed wash programmes, where
for example rinse results are particularly important.
Option 3
An extra rinse cycle is introduced to
the Cottons programme, e.g. when
rinse results are particularly important.
Option 4
Is Option 2 plus Option 3, where this
quality of rinse is required.
P4 = Activating the i com-
partment
For the first 10 seconds of the main
wash cycle water flows in through
compartment i.
Compartment j may sometimes not
be able to hold the total amount of
detergent required:
– when the water is very hard (over
380 mg/l, water hardness level IV))
and
– the washing is heavily soiled.
In this case compartment i can be
used to flush in the extra detergent for
the main wash.
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Programmable functions
P9 = Gentle action
For gentle washing of slightly soiled
items. Drum action is reduced.
Gentle action can be used with the Cottons, Minimum iron, Quick Wash, Mixed
wash and Starch programmes.
If "Gentle action" has been programmed, every wash cycle in these
programmes is carried out with gentle
action rhythm.
P10 = Top-up rinse for Cottons
At the end of the main wash additional water flows into the drum and
the suds are cooled down.
Hot suds can damage plastic drainage pipes.
Top-up rinse takes place when temperatures of 95°C, 80°C and 70°C are
selected.
P11 = Memory function
If an additional function is selected
for a programme, and / or the spin
speed is altered, the machine stores
these changes in memory at the start
of a programme.
The memory function is active when the
machine is first delivered, but can be
programmed to be switched off.
See the following pages for how to
programme the programmable functions.
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Programmable functions
Programming and storing in
memory
The programmable functions are activated using the additional option buttons and the programme buttons in
special combinations, which introduce
extra features not marked up on the
control panel.
Programming is carried out in four
steps:
1. Select programming mode
2. Select programmable function
3. Activate or deactivate programmable
function
4. Store the programmable function in
memory
1. Selecting programming mode
1 The machine must be switched off
and the drum door closed.
2 Press the “Cottons” button and the
additional option "Soak" button at the
same time and hold pressed in and:
3 . . . switch the machine on with the
“I-ON/0-OFF”-button.
4 Let go of all these buttons.
P O appears in the "time" display.
2. Selecting a programmable function
5 Press the “>” button under the
"Time" display. The P now flashes in
the display
ber of the programmable function
e.g. P...1...P...1
alternating with the num-
6 Press the “>” or “$” button re-
peatedly (moving upwards or downwards respectively), until the display
shows the relevant number for the
programmable function required, alternating with P.
P1 = High water level
P2 = Water plus system
P4 = Activate compartment i
P10 = Activate top-uprinse for Cottons
P11 = Memory Function
P17 = Buzzer at end of programme
The following appears on the right in
addition:
P O = Programmable function is
not active
P 1 = Programmable function
ist
active
with P 2, a 2 appears on the right =
Option 2 is active.
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Programmable functions
3. To activate or deactivate a pro-
grammable function.
For the programmable functions P1,
P4, P10, P11, P17.
7 Pressing the “Start” button once will
make the display message change
from “0” to “1” (active), or from “1” to
“0” (not active).
For the programmable function P2
7 By pressintg the “Start” button you
can select various options.
If 1 appears on the right = Option 1
If 2 appears on the right = Option 2
If 3 appears on the right = Option 3
If 4 appears on the right = Option 4
4. Storing the programmable function in memory
8 Switch the machine off with the “I-
ON/0-OFF” button.
Now you can start the wash pro-
gramme that you want.
The programmable function is now
stored in memory and is available at
any time, until it is deleted.
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Cleaning and care
Cleaning and care
Cleaning the washing machine
Clean the casing with a mild non-abrasive detergent or soap and water.
Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Clean the facia panel and flap with a
damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.
The drum can be cleaned using a
suitable proprietary stainless steel
cleaner.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, glass
cleaners or all-purpose cleaners.
These might cause damage to the
plastic surfaces because of the
chemicals they contain.
Extra cleaning
Carrying out a hot wash (70°C or
above) with powder detergent approx.
once every six weeks will help to ensure that no deposits build up in the
machine. These can occur when washing is mainly done at low temperatures,
and also lead to unpleasant smells. If
you have no reason to wash laundry occasionally at this high temperature,
then carry out a 60°C Cottons programme as a cleaning cycle with powder detergent and no washing, at regular intervals.
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Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer
Pull out the detergent dispenser
drawer until a resistance is felt.
Press down the red release catch
and at the same time pull the drawer
right out of the machine.
Cleaning and care
Clean the dispenser compartments
and conditioner channel.
Regularly remove any detergent
residues.
Remove the siphon tube from compartment p.
Wash under running warm water and
put back.
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Cleaning and care
Cleaning and care
Cleaning the fluff (drain) filter
and pump
Check the fluff (drain) filter initially after
3-4 washes to ascertain how often it is
likely to require cleaning.
With normal cleaning approx. 2 litres of
water run out.
If the drain outlet is clogged, more
water will be retained in the machine
(up to 25 litres).
Caution: If laundry has been
washed at a high temperature,
water draining out of the machine
will still be hot.
Open the flap.
Place a dish under the drain fixture.
Take the (yellow) filter flap opener from
behind the detergent drawer facia
panel, (see illustration above).
Open the door.
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Turn the fluff filter lid round 2-3
times. Do not take it right out.
With large volumes of water, when the
dish is full, screw the fluff filter back
into position, and empty the dish before repeating the procedure.
Once the flow of water ceases,
remove the fluff filter completely.
Clean the fluff filter thoroughly.
Cleaning and care
Turn the impeller by hand to check
that it is free to rotate. Any foreign objects causing an obstruction should
be removed.
Clean the inside of the fluff filter housing.
Remove any deposits of lime scale and
detergent or foreign objects from the
thread of the filter housing and filter unit
(as these objects can cause a leakage
of water). Deposits of limescale are
often a sign of underdosage of powder.
Put the fluff filter back in place and
secure.
After performing this action gently pour
approx. 2 litres of water into the detergent dispenser compartment j to reactivate the ball valve which keeps
detergent in circulation in the suds.
Remove any foreign objects (e.g.
buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff.
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Cleaning and care
Cleaning the filter in the water
inlet
The washing machine has one
filter to protect the water inlet valves.
The accessible filter in the union in the
open end of the inlet hose should be
cleaned about every six months, or
after an interruption to the external
water supply.
First turn off the stopcock.
Unscrew the threaded union con-
necting the free end of the inlet hose
to the stopcock.
Remove the rubber seal from the recess.
Using pointed pliers, take hold
of the plastic filter bar, remove the filter and clean.
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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 it.
Problem solving guide
Problem solving guide
Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably
qualified person in accordance with local and national regulations. Unauthorised repairs could be dangerous.
What to do, if . . . Cause . . . Remedy . . .
. . . the programme
does not begin
. . . CHECK LIGHT
“Drain” flashes during the programme but the programme is
running normally.
. . . CHECK LIGHT
“Drain” flashes, the buzzer
sounds continuously and the
load was not washed.
. . . CHECK LIGHT
“Water inlet” flashes during
the programme but the programme is running normally.
. . . CHECK LIGHT
“Water inlet” flashes, the
buzzer sounds continuously
and the load was not washed.
There is no power.
The indicator lights for the
PROGRAMME buttons have not
lit up.
The water outlet is restricted.
The water outlet is blocked.
The water inlet is restricted.
The water outlet is blocked..
Check that:
– the door is properly closed.
– the mains plug is plugged in.
– the fuse or circuit breaker
has not tripped.
– Clean the drain pump
and fluff filter.
– Has the drain pump been
fixed too high? (max drain
head 1 metre).
– Clean the drain pump
and fluff filter.
– Has the drain pump been
fixed too high? (max drain
head 1 metre).
– The stopcock is not opened
far enough.
– The inlet hose is kinked.
– The water pressure is too low
– The filter in the inlet hose is
dirty. Clean it.
– Open the stopcock.
– Select a programme.
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Problem solving guide
What to do, if . . . Cause . . . Remedy . . .
. . . CHECK LIGHT
“Excess detergent” flashes.
. . . CHECK LIGHT “locked”
flashes.
. . . CHECK LIGHT “locked”
flashes.
. . . one of the following control lights is flashing
–“Pre-wash” + buzzer
–“Wash”
–“Rinse 1-2” + buzzer
–“Rinse 3”
. . . The wash programme finishes prematurely and three
horizontal dashes “– – –” ap-
pear in the display and the
buzzer sounds continuously.
The amount of detergent was
too high.
Programme locking is switched
on.
The lock function is switched on. Turn the lock function off.
There is a fault.
There is a fault.
– Use less detergent next time
and follow the
recommendation on the
packet.
– Take the water hardness
level into account.
– Use a different suitable low
lather detergent.
Switch off programme locking.
– Press “I-ON/0-OFF” button
and release.
– Press “I-ON/0-OFF”.
– Re-start the programme.
– If the control lights start
flashing again, call the
Service dept.
– Press “I-ON/0-OFF” button
and release.
– Press “I-ON/0-OFF” button.
– Re-start the programme.
– If the horizontal dashes
reappear call the Service
Dept.
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Problem solving guide
What to do, if . . . Cause Remedy
. . . The indicator light “Final
spin” flashes.
. . . the drum door cannot be
opened.
. . . The machine shakes during the spin cycle.
. . . The washing has not
been spun satisfactorily. The
spin speed selected was too
low.
. . . The pump makes
strange noises.
The final spin has not taken
place. The machine detected
an imbalance.
The appliance is not plugged in
to the electricity supply.
Power cut. See "What to do", the section on
The door was not correctly
engaged.
There is still water in the drum.
The suds temperature is higher
than 55°C.
The four feet are not resting
evenly on the floor.
Select a higher spin speed next
time.
The load was not distributed
sufficiently evenly in the drum.
To protect the machine laundry
was only spun at a reduced
speed.
These noises occur at the end
of a pump sequence as a
normal part of the operation.
They are not a fault.
– Loosen and re-distribute the
washing.
– Select the programme
Drain/Spin.
– Take into account the spin
speed of the relevant
programme.
Put the plug in the socket.
how to open the door in a
power cut.
Please press hard against the
lock side of the drum door and
then press the "Door" button.
– Select the "Drain"
programme for the water to
be pumped out.
– Open the drum door.
Level the machine. See
’Installation advice’.
Always mix large and small
items in the load.
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Problem solving guide
What to do, if . . . Cause Remedy
. . . large residues of detergent remain in the dispenser
drawer.
. . . fabric conditioner is not
completely dispensed or
water remains in the p compartment.
. . . grey, greasy particles
cling to washed laundry.
. . . there are white residues
which look like powder detergent on the washing.
. . . liquid detergent does not
give the required result.
The water supply pressure is
too low.
Washing powder used with
water softener
tends to become sticky.
The siphon tube is either
incorrectly positioned or
clogged.
The fabric conditioner channel
is clogged.
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. These have
ended up on the washing.
Liquid detergents do not
contain bleaching agents. They
do not remove fruit, coffee and
tea stains.
– Clean the filter in the water
inlet system.
– It may be useful to select
“Water plus”.
Pour washing powder into the
dispenser before adding any
water softener.
Clean the siphon tube.
Clean the fabric conditioner
channel.
– Either add more detergent or
use liquid detergent.
– Before washing the next load
run a “COTTONS 60°C”
programme with liquid
detergent but without a load
to clean the machine.
– Use detergents containing
no zeolites to re-wash the
load
– Liquid detergents usually
contain no zeolites.
– Try and brush off the
residues with a soft brush.
– Use a general purpose
washing machine powder
containing a bleaching agent.
– Pour stain remover (salts)
into the dispenser drawer
compartment j, and liquid
detergent into a dispenser
ball.
– Never put stain salts and
liquid detergent together in
the dispenser drawer.
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Opening the drum door in the
event of a power failure
If the drain outlet is clogged, more
water will be retained in the machine
(up to 25 litres).
Caution: If laundry has been
washed at a high temperature,
water draining out of the machine
will still be hot.
Switch off the washing machine.
Take the (yellow) filter flap opener from
behind the detergent drawer facia
panel, (see illustration below).
Problem solving guide
Open the flap (in the machine plinth).
Place a dish or bowl under the spout.
Point the drain hose into the container.
Remove the opener.
Important
Left hand hinged machines have two
access panels in the plinth. The left
hand panel conceals the emergency
drainage.
Remove the stopper. When no more
water comes out, replace the stopper in the end of the hose.
If there is a large amount of water in
the machine this procedure will have
to be repeated several times.
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Problem solving guide
Always make sure the drum is stationary before reaching in to the machine to remove washing. Reaching
into a moving drum is extremely
dangerous.
Door hinged right
Pull the emergency door latch downwards (see illustration). The machine
door will then open.
Door hinged left
Open the access panel on the right
hand side of the plinth.
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Pull the emergency door latch downwards (see illustration). The machine
door will then open.
After sales service
Customer contact
In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself please contact
– Your Miele Dealer or
– Your nearest Miele Service depart-
ment (see back cover for the address).
When contacting the Service Department, please quote the Model and Serial Nos. of your appliance, both of
which are shown on the data plate
visible above the porthole glass when
the door front is opened.
After sales service
Future updates (PC)
The indicator light or check light
marked PC is reserved for the service
engineer, for updates to your machine
in future years.
When for example technological developments offer advanced modifications
to your existing programme cycles, a
service engineer will be able to input
these into your machine controls.
Miele will provide information when
such possibilities become available.
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Installation
Installation
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 surface with "soft"
properties.
Please note the following points:
The machine must be level and securely positioned.
To avoid vibrations during spinning,
the machine should not be installed
on soft floor coverings.
If installing on a wooden joist floor,
we recommend a plywood base at
least 30 mm thick, 590 x 520 mm
wide. The base should span several
joists and be bolted to the joists, not
only to the floorboards. Check for the
presence of pipes and cables first.
The most stable part of the floor is
usually in the corner.
Installation
Lift the machine from its packaging
base and move it to its site. Please
note:
Do not lift the machine by the
drum door.
Ensure that the machine feet and the
floor are dry to prevent the machine
from slipping during the spin cycle.
Removing the transit fitting
If the machine is installed on a
raised plinth, it has to be be secured against slippage during spin
using retaining clips (available from
the Miele Spare Parts Dept).
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Turn the left-hand transit bar 90°.
Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°.
Installation
Plug the two holes with the plastic
caps supplied.
The machine should not be moved without the transit fitting in place.
The transit fitting should be stored
in a safe place for future use. It
must be re-fitted if the machine is to
be moved again. Re-fitting is carried out by reversing the procedure.
Withdraw the two bars together with
the support plate.
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Installation
Leveling the machine
To ensure smooth operation, it is essential that the machine is level.
Failure to level the machine can result
in the machine "banging" in the spin
cycle or "walking" across the floor during operation. Energy and water use
will also increase.
Adjust the four leveling feet as follows:
Tip the machine slightly and place a
support, such as a block of wood,
underneath it.
Unscrew each of the four feet as
much as necessary by turning both
the foot 1 as well as the locking ring
2 to the left using a screwdriver (see
illustration).
Remove the supports, stand the machine on its feet and check to see if
it is level.
Repeat this procedure as often as
necessary until the machine stands
level.
Once level, hold the foot 1 immobile
using a wrench while turning the
locking ring 2 to the right using a
screwdriver. Turn each locking ring
until it is tight against the bottom of
the machine frame.
BEWARE : The washing machine is
heavier than it looks! When tipping
the machine, be careful that it does
not slip or slide along the floor. Take
care not to injure yourself or damage any surrounding furniture.
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All four locking rings must be tight
against the bottom of the machine.
In addition, check to see that the
feet were not inadvertently unscrewed while tightening the rings.
Running a machine that is not level
or whose feet are not tight may
cause damage to both the machine
and its surrounding area.
Installation
Building under
To build this appliance under a (continuous) worktop:
A special building under conversion
kit* is required.
The machine lid must be replaced
by a cover plate.
To ensure electrical safety the cover
plate must be fitted.
Fitting instructions are supplied with
the conversion kit.
For installation under a work surface
900/910 mm from the floor, a raising
kit* is required.
Connections for electricity, water and
drainage should be installed in such a
way that they remain accessible when
the machine is in place.
NOTE:
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.
When building under allow for a depth
of 625 mm to include hoses, lid, facia
and door.
When building machine in behind
cabinet doors, ensure that doors are
open during operation for adequate
ventilation.
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Installation
Washer and Dryer stack
A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked
with the washing machine. A stacking
kit* is necessary and can be purchased from Miele.
All parts marked* are available from the
Miele Spare Parts or Sales Department,
and must be fitted by a suitably competent person according to the instructions supplied with the kit.
A washer and dryer should never
be stacked without using te proper
stacking kit. Doing so is extremely
dangerous, as the dryer may vibrate off of the washing machine
during use.
Fitting or changing the decor
panel
Note: The door should be shut for fitting or changing the decor panel.
Remove the 4 screws from the decor
strip on the door catch side of the
door and remove the decor strip.
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Unscrew the remaining 7 screws
from lower and side decor strips until
the decor panel bows slightly and
can then be taken out or put in place.
Re-assemble in the reverse order
and tighten the screws.
Installation
Decor panel dimensions
(The figures given in brackets indicate
the tolerance level in mm.)
Panelthickness
1 mm to 1,5 mm
width 587 (-1) mm 587 (-1) mm
height 602 (-1,5)mm 596,5 (-1,5) mm
Panelthickness
1,6 mm to 4 mm
Panels more than 1.5 mm thick require
an "adapter strip for a 4 mm thick
decor panel". This is available from
your Miele Dealer or the Spare Parts
Department.
Fitting a plinth facia
The appliance plinth below the door
can be concealed using a plinth facia.
The height and return of the appliance
cannot be altered.
A taller plinth facia can only be installed if the overall niche height is
greater.
Plinth height Niche height
100 mm
(standard)
150 mm 870 mm a raising kit is
200 mm 920 mm two raising
820 mm
required
kits are
required
A plinth facia (60 cm long) can be ordered from your kitchen dealer or
manufacturer. For Miele kitchens
please quote the model number when
ordering.
Please note before installing the
plinth facia:
The flap(s) in the appliance plinth
must on no account be covered over.
In order to "open the drum door during an emergency" the plinth facia
must be removable.
Installation:
Stick the velcro fastener provided to
the appliance plinth.
For this the following procedure is recommended:
Match up the hooked side and the
looped side of the velcro fastener
lengthwise.
Cut into 2 or 3 pieces.
Peel off the protective backing from
one of the velcro fastener pieces.
Position the cut pieces along the ap-
pliance plinth, at the left and right
hand edge, and in the middle. Press
firmly into place.
Now peel the protective backing off
the other velcro fastener piece.
Address the plinth facia to the adhesive backing on the velcro and press
firmly into place.
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Installation
Connection to water supply
The machine should be connected to a
mains water supply in accordance with
standard regulations. In Germany the
washing machine is not required to
have a non-return valve as it has been
designed to comply with the relevant
German DIN standard.
Connection to the mains water supply
should incorporate a mains stopcock
with 3/4’’ thread. The stopcock should
be fitted by a qualified plumber.
The approx. 1.5 m long 3/8" pressure
hose should be connected to the stopcock via the 3/4" threaded union.
This pressure hose is not suitable for
connection to a hot water supply.
Please make sure the washer sits correctly in the union.
The connection point is subject to
mains water pressure. Turn on the stopcock slowly and check for leaks.
Longer hoses 2.5 or 4 metres in length
are available as optional extras.
The machine is designed to operate
with a water flow pressure of 100kPa
minimum up to 1000 kPa maximum.
The static water pressure must not exceed 10 bar. If it is higher than 10 bar it
is essential to fit a reducer valve.
There is a minimum flow pressure of
100 kPa pressure if 5 litres of water
flow into a suitable container in 15 seconds.
The two dirt filters - one in the open
end of the inlet hose, one at the inlet
point in the solenoid valve must not
be removed.
If replacing the inlet hose only use a
hose able to withstand pressure of
up to 7000 kPa. This also applies to
all fixtures and fittings used. Miele
original parts fulfil this condition.
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Installation
Connection to the drainage
system
The machine drains via a drain pump
with a delivery head of 1 metre.
The drain hose is 1.5 m long. It 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.
Drain hose connection:
Direct into a sink: Hook the hose
over the edge and secure. Make
sure that the water can flow freely to
avoid flooding and to prevent water
from being sucked back into the machine.
Connected to a floor gully.
Connected to a standpipe.
Connected to a plastic drain pipe
with a rubber nipple. There is no
need to use a non-return valve.
If required, the drain hose can be extended to a length of 5 m. The necessary parts can be purchased from the
Miele Spare Parts Department, or your
Miele dealer.
For a delivery head of more than 1 m
(up to a maximum of 1.8 m) a second
Duo-drain pump is available with the
corresponding conversion kit from the
Miele Spare Parts Department or your
Miele dealer.
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Installation
Electrical connection
This machine is supplied ready for connection ta an a.c. single phase 230 240 V, 50 Hz supply. The machine is
supplied with a 2 m long mains cable
with moulded plug. The voltage, rated
load an fuse rating are given on the
data plate. Please ensure that these
match the household mains supply.
All electrical work should only be carried out by a suitably competent person, in accordance with national an
local safety regulations.
For extra safety it is advisable to install
a residual current device (RDC) with a
trip current of 30 mA.
Important
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following
code:
Green/yellow = earth
The wire which is coloured blue must
be connected the the terminal which is
marked with the letter N or colourd
black.
The wire which is coloured brown must
be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter A or coloured
red.
WARNING
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED
Blue = neutral
Brown = live
As the colours of the wires in the mains
lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings indentifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured green and
yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the
letter E or the earth symbol z or coloured green or green and yellow.
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Consumption data
Consumption data
Programme
(without any additional
options or programmable
functions)
COTTONS
95°C 5.0 kg 1.70 49 1 h 54 mins 1 h 22 mins
(1)
60°C
40°C 5.0 kg 0.50 49 1 h 58 mins 1 h 06 mins
MINIMUM IRON
40°C 2.5 kg 0.45 58 1 h 20 mins 49 mins
DELICATES
30°C 1.0 kg 0.40 75 58 mins 48 mins
WOOLLENS
30°C 1.0 kg 0.15 25 35 mins –
(1)
EN 60456 test programme
Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given depending on water
pressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room temperature, type and
volume of load, fluctuations in the electricity supply and any additional
functions selected.
Load
Energy Water Programme time
in kWh litres normal short
5.0 kg 0.95 49 1 h 58 mins 1 h 16 mins
Consumption data
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Technical Data
Technical Data
Height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
85 cm
Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Depth with door open . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Max. floor load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rated load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Water flow pressure min. . . . . . . . . . . .
Static water pressure max. . . . . . . . . .
Drain pump head max. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drain pump length max.. . . . . . . . . . . .
Test certificates awarded. . . . . . . . . . .
59.5 cm
60 cm
97 cm
99 kg
1600 Newton (approx. 160 kg)
5 kg Dry laundry
230 - 240 V, 50 Hz
2250 - 2400 W
10 A
100 kPa
1000 kPa
1 m
5 m
Electrical safety, Typetest Mark
C-Tick Mark
Electrically suppressed according to .
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AS/NZS 1044
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