Miele WT 2780 Operating instructions

Operating instructions
Washer-dryer
WT 2780

To avoid the risk of accidents
or damage to the machine
it is essential to read
these instructions before it is
installed and used for the first time.

en-GB

M.-Nr. 07 661 240

Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing material

The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally be recycled.

Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed safely and kept
out of the reach of babies and young
children. Danger of suffocation!

Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure they are
offered for recycling.

Disposal of your old appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain materials which, if
handled or disposed of incorrectly,
could be potentially hazardous to
human health and to the environment.
They are, however, essential for the
correct functioning of your appliance.
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.

It should be unplugged or disconnected
from the mains electricity supply by a
competent person.

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Contents

Caring for the environment..........................................2

Warning and safety instructions .....................................6

Guide to the machine .............................................11

Control panel .....................................................11

Display ..........................................................12

Use.............................................................12

Before using for the first time.......................................13

Calibrating the load size sensor to zero ..............................14

Washing and drying environmentally and economically.................15

WASHING .......................................................16

Short instructions ..................................................16

Separate washing .................................................16

Extra options .....................................................21

Short .........................................................21

Water plus.....................................................21

Stains ........................................................21

Further extras.....................................................21

Extra quiet.....................................................21

Extra rinse .....................................................22

Pre-wash ......................................................22

Soak .........................................................22

Rinse hold .....................................................22

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................22

Final spin speed ..................................................23

Rinse and interim spin ...........................................23

To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) ..................................23

To omit the spin between rinses and the final spin .....................23

Programme chart ..................................................24

Programme sequence ..............................................28

Garment care label symbols .........................................30

Detergent ........................................................31

Water softeners.................................................32

Washing with several components ..................................32

Fabric conditioner and liquid starch.................................33

Colour run and dye removers/dyes .................................33

DRYING .........................................................34

Separate drying ...................................................34

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Contents

Extras ...........................................................37

Low temperature................................................37

Thermospin ....................................................37

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................37

Programme chart ..................................................38

WASHING AND DRYING ...........................................43

Washing and drying in a continuous sequence ..........................43

After each washing or drying programme...............................44

Rinse out fluff programme .........................................45

Changing the programme sequence .................................46

To cancel a programme ..........................................46

Interrupting a programme.........................................46

Changing a programme ..........................................46

Safety lock ....................................................47

Delay start.......................................................48

Cleaning and care ................................................49

Cleaning the machine ..............................................49

Cleaning the filter in the water inlet ....................................51

Problem solving guide ............................................52

The programme does not start. .......................................52

A fault message appears in the display ................................53

Problems with the load size indicator ..................................54

General problems .................................................55

An unsatisfactory wash result ........................................56

An unsatisfactory drying result .......................................57

The drum door cannot be opened by pressing the Door button..............58

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

power failure .....................................................59

After sales service ................................................61

Future updates (PC) .............................................61

Appliance guarantee ............................................61

Optional accessories ............................................61

Installation and connection ........................................62

Front view........................................................62

Rear view ........................................................63

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Contents

Installation surface.................................................64

Installing the washer-dryer ..........................................64

Removing the transit fittings .........................................64

Levelling the machine ..............................................66

Screwing out and adjusting the feet .................................67

Building under a continous worktop / in a kitchen run ...................67

The Miele water protection system ....................................68

Connection to the water supply .......................................69

Connection to the drainage system....................................70

Electrical connection U.K. ...........................................71

Consumption data ................................................72

Notes for test institutes: ..........................................72

Technical data ...................................................73

Settings menu ...................................................74

Language J ......................................................74

Buzzer ..........................................................74

Time ............................................................75

Temperature unit ..................................................75

Brightness / Contrast ...............................................75

Standby display ...................................................75

Keypad tone .....................................................75

Lock code .......................................................76

Memory .........................................................76

Longer pre-wash Cottons ...........................................77

Gentle action .....................................................77

Suds cooling .....................................................77

Distribution controller...............................................77

Drying levels .....................................................78

Extended cool down ...............................................78

Door lock ........................................................78

Anti-crease.......................................................78

Optional accessories..............................................79

CareCollection ....................................................79

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Warning and safety instructions

wash items which are specified by

–

the manufacturer as being washable
on the care label.

dry items which have been washed

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in a water solution and which are

It is essential to read these

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instructions.

This washer-dryer 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 washer-dryer, 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 washer-dryer is not designed

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for commercial use. It is intended for
use in domestic households and in
similar working and residential
environments such as:

–

Shops

–

Offices and showrooms

and by residents in establishments
such as

–

Hostels and guest houses

It must only be used as a domestic

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appliance to

marked on the manufacturer's care
label as being suitable for tumble
drying. "Dry cleaning kits" for
freshening up garments in a tumble
dryer are increasingly available on
the market. If using, do so at your
own risk, and follow the instructions
provided on the packaging.

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
washer-dryer.

This washer-dryer is not intended for

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use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they
are supervised whilst using it or have
been shown how to use it correctly by a
person responsible for their safety.

Safety with children

Keep children away from the

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washer-dryer at all times. It is not a toy!
To avoid the risk of injury do not allow
children to play on or near it or to play
with its controls. Supervise children
whilst you are using it.

Older children may only use the

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washer-dryer if its operation has been
clearly explained to them and they are
able to use it safely, recognising the
dangers or misuse.

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Warning and safety instructions

Technical safety

Before setting up the washer-dryer,

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check it for any externally visible
damage.
Do not install or use a damaged
machine.

Before connecting the washer-dryer,

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

The electrical safety of this

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washer-dryer can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it
and an effective earthing system which
complies with current local and national
safety regulations. It is most important
that this basic safety requirement is
present and regularly tested, and
where there is any doubt the household
wiring system should be inspected by a
qualified electrician. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for the
consequences of an inadequate
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

In the event of a fault or for cleaning

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purposes, the washer-dryer is only
completely isolated from the electricity
supply when:

it is switched off at the wall socket

–

and the plug is withdrawn, or

it is switched off at the mains, or

–

the mains fuse is disconnected, or

–

the screw-out fuse is removed (in
countries where this is applicable).

This washer-dryer must only be

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connected to the on-site water supply
using a new hose kit. Old hoses must
not be re-used.

Faulty components must only be

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

If the connection cable is faulty it

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must only be replaced by a Miele
approved service technician to protect
the user from danger.

Do not connect the machine to the

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mains electricity supply by an extension
lead. Extension leads do not guarantee
the required safety of the washer-dryer
(e.g. danger of overheating).

Unauthorised repairs could result in

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unforeseen dangers for the user, for
which the Miele cannot accept liability.
Repairs should only be undertaken by a
Miele approved service technician.
Ensure current is not supplied to the
machine until after maintenance or
repair work has been carried out.

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Warning and safety instructions

This washer-dryer may only be used

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in mobile installations such as ships if a
risk assessment of the installation has
been carried out by a suitably qualified
engineer.

In countries where there are areas

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

Do not make any alterations to the

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washer-dryer, unless authorised to do
so by Miele.

Correct use

Do not install your washer-dryer in

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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 washer-dryer for

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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 fitting which is still in place may
result in damage to both the machine
and adjacent furniture or appliances.

Flooding danger.

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

Take care to ensure that foreign

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

If the correct amount of detergent is

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

Turn off the stopcock if the machine

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is to be left for any length of time (e.g.
holiday), especially if there is no floor
drain (gully) in the immediate vicinity.

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Warning and safety instructions

To prevent the risk of fire, the

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following must not be dried in this
washer-dryer:

items which have not been washed.

–

items, such as workwear, which have

–

not been thoroughly cleaned and
which are still soiled with grease, oil
or other deposits (such as
cosmetics, lotions etc).
If items have not been thoroughly
cleaned there is a danger that these
might ignite when heated, even after
they have been removed from the
washer-dryer at the end of the
programme.

– items which have been treated with

inflammable cleaning agents or
which contain residues of acetone,
alcohol, benzine, petrol, stain
remover, turpentine, wax and wax
remover or other chemicals (e.g.
mops and floor cloths).

– items which have been splashed with

hair lacquer, hair spray, nail varnish
remover or similar substances.

When washing such heavily soiled
items, ensure that you use sufficient
detergent and select a high
temperature. If in doubt, wash the
items several times.

To prevent the risk of fire, the

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following must not be dried in this
washer-dryer:

items which have been cleaned

–

using chemicals (e.g. professional
dry-cleaning agents).

fabrics which contain a large

–

proportion of rubber, foam rubber or
rubber-like materials. For example,
products made from latex foam
rubber, shower caps, waterproof
textiles, rubberised articles and items
of clothing and pillows with foam
rubber filling.

– damaged items which contain

padding or fillings (e.g. pillows,
jackets). When damaged, the filling
can get out with the risk of igniting in
the washer-dryer.

In many programmes, the heating

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phase is followed by a cooling down
phase to ensure that the items are not
too hot to handle when you remove
them (this also avoids the danger of the
laundry self-igniting). The programme is
not finished until the cooling down
phase has been completed.
Ensure that you always wait until the
end of the programme before removing
the laundry.

Warning: Do not switch the

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washer-dryer off before the end of a
drying programme. If this was done
and the laundry was then removed
immediately it could give off a great
amount of heat.

Fabric conditioner and similar

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products must be used according to
the instructions on the manufacturer's
packaging.

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Warning and safety instructions

Only use dyes specified by the

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manufacturer as being suitable for use
in a domestic washing machine. Always
observe the manufacturer's instructions
carefully.

Colour run and dye removers

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contain sulphur compounds which can
cause damage such as corrosion. Do
not use these products in this machine.

Make sure that any dispensing balls

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etc. are removed from laundry before
the drying programme. These
dispensers can melt during the drying
programme and cause damage to the
machine and the laundry. Do not use
liquid dispenser balls or similar if you
are planning to wash and then dry in
one continuous sequence.

Textiles which have been

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pre-treated in solvent based cleaning
agents must be thoroughly rinsed in
clean water before being washed in the
washer-dryer.

Take care, the metal cap is hot

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after drying.

Open the door wide after the drying
cycle. Do not touch the metal cap
located on the inside of the door glass.
It will still be hot and could cause a
burn.

Accessories

Accessory parts may only be fitted

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

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

Never use solvent based cleaning

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agents, e.g. those containing benzene,
in this machine, as this may result in
damage to component parts and create
toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a
fire and explosion hazard.

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Control panel

Guide to the machine

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 Miele service
technicians during servicing work for
testing purposes.

e Load % / Detergent % button

For displaying the load size or the
recommended amount of detergent,
and for calibrating the load size
sensor to zero.

f Extra option buttons

g Programme selector

For selecting washing and drying
programmes.

h Washing/Drying button

for selecting:

– Washing

– Drying

– Washing and Drying.

i K button

For switching the washer-dryer on
and off.
To save energy, the 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.

j Door button

Opens the machine door.

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Guide to the machine

Display

The display is operated using the X,
OK and Y buttons. The value or option
currently selected will appear
highlighted.

Press button X
to decrease a value in the display or to
scroll down to the next option.

Press button Y
to increase a value in the display or to
scroll up to the next option.

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

Use

This washer-dryer can be used:

to wash separately

–

Maximum load (depending on
programme) 5.5 kg;

to dry separately

–

Maximum load (depending on
programme) 3.0 kg;

or

to wash and dry in a continuous

–

sequence

Maximum load (depending on
programme) 3.0 kg;

With the programme selector at the
Further programmes / Settings position,
you can change display settings (see
"Settings menu") and select the
additional programmes (see
"Programme chart").

The display is also used for selecting
the wash temperature, spin speed,
soak duration, delay start, safety lock
and to cancel a programme.

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Before using the machine for the first
time ensure that it is correctly
installed and connected. Also check
that the drain filter is securely
tightened to prevent the risk of water
leakage during use. See "Installation
and connection".

This washer-dryer has undergone a
complete functional test at the factory
and there will be some residual water
in the drum from this process.

The washer-dryer has a sensor which
measures the amount of laundry in the
drum. This determines the amount of
detergent required. To allow the load
size indicator to function correctly, you
must first run a wash programme
without any laundry

and without

detergent.

^ Open the stopcock.

^

Press the K button.

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

The welcome screen will not appear
again once a programme lasting
longer than 1 hour has been
completed.

After a few seconds the display will
change to show the screen for
selecting your language.

Before using for the first time

Setting the language

Language

deutsch

english ,

Use the X and Y buttons to select

^

the language you want and confirm
your selection by pressing the OK
button.

Setting the time of day

The display for setting the time will then
appear.

Time

12:00

^ Set the hour with the X and Y buttons

and confirm your setting by pressing
the OK button. Then do the same to
set the minutes.

After you have confirmed the minute
setting, the display will change to show
the reminder to remove the transport
bars.

Reminder to remove transport bars

,

To avoid the risk of damage, the
transport bars must be removed
before the washer-dryer 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.

;

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Before using for the first time

Running your first programme

Your washer-dryer is now ready for the
first programme to be run.

Turn the programme selector to

^

Cottons.

Press the Start/Stop button.

^

At the end of the programme switch

^

the machine off.

After running the first programme, the
load sensor has to be calibrated to
zero (as you would with bathroom
scales).

Calibrating the load size sensor to
zero

^ Switch the machine on.

^ Open the drum door.

^ Turn the programme selector to

Cottons.

^ Press and hold the Load % /

Detergent % button in until the

following message appears in the
display:

Zero setting OK

^

Switch the machine off.

The machine is now ready for use.

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Washing and drying 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 amount
for the programme you are using.

Use the Automatic plus and Express

–

20 programmes for small loads.

When smaller amounts of laundry are

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washed using the Cottons
programmes, the automatic load
recognition system will reduce the
amount of water, time and energy
used. This may mean that the time
left shown in the display is adjusted
during the course of the wash
programme.

– Using the Cottons 60°C programme

instead of the Cottons 95°C
programme will give energy savings
of between 35% and 45%. This is
sufficient for most levels of soiling.
For stubborn or old soiling use the
Soak extra option.

Detergent

Do not exceed the amounts of

–

detergent recommended by the
manufacturer on the packaging.

Reduce the amount of detergent for

–

smaller loads. Use the Load % /
Detergent % button.

Choosing the correct extra option
(Pre-wash, Soak, Short)

Select:

A wash programme together with the

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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

– 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 straight after washing

Select a high spin speed for the wash
programme, as well as for the
Thermospin to save time and energy.

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WASHING

Short instructions

The headings numbered A, B, C,...
show the operating sequence and can
be used as brief instructions.

Separate washing

A Sort the laundry

^ Empty all pockets.

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

Do not use solvent-based

,

cleaning agents in this machine.

Sort the laundry by colour and by

^

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

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.

– Close any zips, fasten hooks and

eyes etc before washing.

– Wash light and dark coloured items

separately.

– Fasten duvet covers, pillow cases

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

Do not wash items in this machine
which are specified by the
manufacturer as not washable on the
care label.

^

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. You can also use the
"Stains" extra option. With particularly
stubborn stains ask your dry cleaner for
advice.

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WASHING

B Switch the machine on

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.

C Select a programme

^ Select the programme you want.

The programme selected will appear in
the display.

Cottons

60°C

Duration: 1:49 h

1600 rpm

confirm your selection by pressing
the OK button.

Press the Washing/Drying button

^

repeatedly until only the Washing
indicator light is lit up.

The Drying indicator light must not
be lit up as well as this would mean
that the washing programme would
be followed immediately by the
relevant drying programme.

Cottons

60°C

Duration: 1:49 h

1600 rpm

^ Use the X or Y button to alter the

temperature. Press the OK button to
confirm the temperature selected and
move on to the spin speed option.

Cottons

40°C

Duration: 2:04 h

^

Use the X or Y button to alter the

1600 rpm

spin speed or to select No spin
(No

.).

Further programmes:

Turn the programme selector to Further
programmes/Settings to display a list of
other programmes that the machine
has to offer.

Further programmes

Settings !

Dark garments ,

^

Use the X or Y button to highlight the

;

programme you wish to select and

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WASHING

D Select Extra option(s)

Press the appropriate button to select

^

Short or Water plus. The relevant
indicator light will come on.

The Low temperature option is only
available for a drying programme.

E Load the drum

Press the Door button to open the

^

drum door.

The load size indicator display will
appear.

Load

8 < 25%

^ Then select any Further extras or the

Stains option:

Example:

Further extras

8 Extra quiet

8 Extra rinse ,

;

^ Use the X or Y button to highlight the

Extra you wish to select and confirm
your selection by pressing the OK
button.

A tick

9 will appear to show which

Extra has been selected. If you wish to
deselect the Extra with a tick against it
press the OK button again.

Press the Further extras button again
to come out of the Extras menu.

You can only select extra options which
are compatible with the programme
being used. If the Extras or Stains
option cannot be selected it is not
compatible with the programme you are
trying to use it with.

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.

The most efficient use of energy and
water is achieved when a full load is
washed. However, do not overload as
this causes creases and reduces
cleaning efficiency.

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

^

Shut the door with a gentle swing.

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WASHING

F Add detergent

The detergent dispenser display will
now appear.

Detergent

7 100%

The percentage shown relates to the
amount of detergent recommended by
the manufacturer on the packaging.

40%

Add slightly less than half the
recommended amount...

50%

Add half the recommended
amount...

60%

Add slightly more than half the
recommended amount...

75%

Add three quarters of the
recommended amount...

100%

Add the recommended amount

You also need take the level of soiling
and water hardness into account.

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:

A burden to the environment.

–

Pull out the detergent drawer and

^

add detergent to the compartments
as follows:

i = Detergent for the pre-wash

1

(

/3of the total amount

recommended).

j = Detergent for the main wash

including Soak, if selected

§ = Fabric conditioner or liquid

starch

^

Close the detergent drawer.

See "Detergent" for further information.

–

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).

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WASHING

G Select Delay start

If required please refer to "Delay start"
for more information.

H Start the programme

Press the flashing Start/Stop button.

^

The estimated programme duration will
start counting down in one minute
steps. During the first few 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 washer-dryer
shows you when each section of the
programme is reached.

The drum lighting switches off once the
programme has started.

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.

Switch the machine off using the

^

K button.

See "After each washing or drying
programme" in "WASHING AND
DRYING" for further information.

After washing a full load

I Remove the laundry when the

programme has finished

The anti-crease phase starts as soon as
the programme finishes.

The 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.

^

Turn the programme selector to the
Stop position.

^

Open the drum door and remove the
laundry.

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If you have washed a full load of
laundry and you wish to dry the
laundry in the washer-dryer
afterwards you will have to remove
half the load. Carry out the drying
procedure in two batches.

WASHING

Extra options

You can use the Extra option buttons to
augment the basic wash programmes.

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

^ Press the Stains button.

There is a choice of various types of
stains for achieving the optimum wash
results. With some stains, a tip about
pre-treating the stain will appear in the
display. You can select a maximum of
three stains for a wash programme.

If the Short extra option has been
selected, it will be deselected
automatically.

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

Further extras

Press the Further extras button.

^

Select the Further extras you want.

Press the Further extras button again
to come out of the Extras menu.

Extra quiet

If using your machine during quiet
periods, you can reduce the noise
levels even more. The buzzer will not
sound.

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 button and

use the X or Y button to select Rinse
hold. To deactivate Rinse hold press
the OK button.

The following will appear in the display.

Delay start can be
used to delay the

:

spin

Use Delay start to begin the final spin
at a convenient time.

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WASHING

Extra rinse

This extra option introduces an extra
rinse.

Pre-wash

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

Soak

For heavily soiled items with protein
stains.

A length of time of between 30 minutes
and 6 hours can be chosen, in 30
minute periods, for the "Soak" process.

Soak duration

0:30 h:min

(0:00 - 6:00 h)

^ Use the X or Y button to highlight the

Soak duration you wish to use and
confirm your selection by pressing
the OK button.

To delete the soak duration

^

Press the Further extras button and
use the X or Y button to select Soak.
To deactivate Soak press the OK
button.

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.

This can alter the programme running
time 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.

–

the safety lock has been activated.

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.

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WASHING

Final spin speed

Programme rpm

Cottons 1600

Minimum iron 1200

Denim 900

Woollens 1200

Express 20 1600

Shirts 600

Automatic plus 1200

Dark garments 1200

Delicates 600

Sportswear 1200

Trainers 1000

Outerwear 800

Proofing 1000

Soft toys 900

Hygiene 1600

First wash 1200

Silks 600

Pillows 1200

Curtains 600

Separate rinse 1600

Starch 1600

Drain / Spin 1600

To omit the final spin (Rinse hold)

Select the Rinse hold Extra.

^

To start the final spin

–

:

The machine will display the
previously set spin speed. You can
change this to a different spin speed
if you wish. Start the final spin by
pressing the Start/Stop button.

To end the programme

–

:

Press the Door button. The water will
drain away. Press the Door button
again to open the door.

To omit the spin between rinses and
the final spin

^ Select the No u option.

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

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.

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WASHING

Programme chart

Cottons 9ö8E76* cold to 95°C Max. load 5.5 kg

Suitable for Cotton, linen or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. T-shirts, underwear, table

linen.

Extra options Short, Water plus, Stains, Extra quiet, Extra rinse, Pre-wash, Soak,

Rinse hold

Note for test institutes: Short programme: 3 kg load and Short extra option
Minimum iron 43218E76* cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Suitable for Synthetics and mixed fibre garments as well as easy care cottons.

Extra options Short, Water plus, Stains, Extra quiet, Extra rinse, Pre-wash, Soak,

Rinse hold

Denim cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Note – Wash denim inside out.

– Denim often contains excess dye and may run during the first

few washes. Wash light and dark coloured items separately.

Extra options Short, Stains, Extra quiet, Pre-wash, Soak, Rinse hold

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

Suitable for Machine and hand-washable wool or wool blend garments. If the

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

Extra options Rinse hold

Express 20 76* cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Suitable for Small loads of lightly soiled cotton garments

Extras Water plus, Extra quiet, Extra rinse, Rinse hold; the Short option is

activated automatically.

Shirts cold to 60°C Max. load 1.5 kg

Note

Extra options Short, Water plus, Stains, Extra quiet, Extra rinse, Pre-wash, Soak,

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

–

Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary.

–

Wash silk blouses and shirts in the Silks programme.

Rinse hold

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WASHING

Automatic plus 7621* cold to 40°C Max. load 4.5 kg

Suitable for Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum

iron programmes. Sort according to colour.

Note The wash parameters are adjusted automatically in this

programme to ensure the best possible care and wash results for
each item.

Extra options Stains, Extra quiet, Rinse hold

Dark garments cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Suitable for Dark garments made from cotton or mixed fibres.

Note Wash inside out.

Extra options Short, Water plus, Stains, Extra quiet, Pre-wash, Soak, Rinse hold

Delicates 4321ac* cold to 60°C Max. load 1.5 kg

Suitable for Delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres, rayon

and easy care cottons.

Note Select No u for items which crease easily.

Extra options Short, Stains, Extra quiet, Pre-wash, Soak, Rinse hold

Sportswear cold to 60°C Max. load 2.0 kg

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

and fleece garments.

Note

Extra options Short, Water plus, Stains, Extra quiet, Extra rinse, Pre-wash, Soak,

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

Suitable for Trainers (do not use for leather shoes)

Note

Extra options Rinse hold; pre-wash is activated automatically.

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

–

Do not use fabric conditioner.

–

Please observe the instructions on the wash care label.

Rinse hold

–

Observe the manufacturer's care label.

–

Remove coarse soiling with a brush before washing.

–

Do not use fabric conditioner.

–

A pre-wash without detergent is carried out automatically to
remove dust.

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WASHING

Outerwear cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg

®

Suitable for Outerwear made from membrane fabrics such as Gore-Tex

®

, WINDSTOPPER®etc.

Note

SYMPATEX

Zip up jackets before washing.

–

Do not use fabric conditioner.

–

Extra options Short, Water plus, Stains, Extra quiet, Extra rinse, Pre-wash, Soak,

Rinse hold

Proofing 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg

Suitable for Treating microfibre fabrics, skiwear, and table linen made from

mainly synthetic fibres with a water and stain resistant finish.

Note

The items should be colour sorted and freshly laundered and

–

spun or dried before proofing.

– For optimum results the proofing agent should be heat-treated

by drying the garment in the drying cycle or by ironing it.

Extra options Extra quiet, Rinse hold

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

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

Note Do not wash soft toys stuffed with straw.

Extra options Stains, Extra quiet, Extra rinse, Rinse hold

Hygiene 30 to 95°C Max. load 5.5 kg

Suitable for Cotton and linen fabrics 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.

Note

–

If possible select a temperature above 40°C

–

Observe instructions given on the care label.

Extra options Water plus, Stains, Extra quiet, Extra rinse, Pre-wash, Soak, Rinse

hold

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

Suitable for New items made of cotton, towelling and polyester fabrics.

Note Use this programme to wash any chemical residues out of new

items.

Extra options Water plus, Extra quiet, Extra rinse, Rinse hold

,

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WASHING

Silks / cold to 30°C Max. load 1.0 kg

Suitable for Silks and other handwashable fabrics with no wool content

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

Extras Water plus, Extra rinse, Rinse hold

Pillows cold to 95°C 2 pillows (40x80 cm) or

1 pillow (80x80 cm)

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

Note

Extras Water plus, Stains, Extra quiet, Extra rinse, Rinse hold

Curtains cold to 40°C Max. load 1.0 kg

Suitable for Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washable by

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

Extras Water plus, Stains, Extra quiet, Extra rinse, Rinse hold: Pre-wash is

Separate rinse Max. load 5.5 kg

Suitable for Hand washed items which only need airing.

Note

Extras Extra quiet, Rinse hold

Starch Max. load 5.5 kg

Suitable for Starching table cloths, serviettes and workwear

Note

Extras Extra quiet, Rinse hold

Drain / Spin Max. load 5.5 kg

Note

Please observe the instructions on the wash care label.

–

the manufacturer.

deselect the spin.
– Remove weights from curtains.
– A pre-wash without detergent is carried out automatically to

remove dust.

activated automatically.

–

Reduce the spin for items which crease easily.

–

The laundry should be washed but not treated with fabric

conditioner.
–

Reduce the spin for items which crease easily.

–

Drain only: Select No spin u.
–

Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.

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WASHING

Programme sequence

Main wash Rinses Spin

Water

level

Cottons d a ( 2-4
Minimum iron ( c e 2-3
Denim ( c e 3 – L
Woollens e f e 2 LL
Express 20 d b d 2-3
Shirts e c e 2 – L
Automatic plus ( abc e 2-3
Dark garments ( b d 3 LL
Delicates e d e 3 – L
Sportswear d c d 2 LL

Trainers

6)

e e ( 2– L
Outerwear e d e 3 L
Proofing ( d –– – L
Soft toys e c ( 3 LL
Hygiene ( b ( 3-4
First wash d b ( 2 LL
Silks e f e 2 – L

Pillows

Curtains

5)

6)

( d e 3 – L

( d d 3 – L

Separate rinse ––e 2 – L
Starch ( c –– – L

Wash

rhythm

Water

level

Rinses Interim

spin

1)2)

3)

3)

3)

2)

LL
LL

LL

LL

4)

LL

Final spin

L

Please see next page for description of the symbols

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WASHING

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.

The display shows the stage the
programme has reached.

Special features in the programme
sequences:

Anti-crease:

At the end of the programme, the drum
continues to turn at intervals for up to
30 minutes to help prevent creasing.
Exception

: There is no anti-crease

phase in the Woollens programme.

The door can be opened and laundry
removed at any time during the
anti-crease phase.

1)

A second rinse is carried out when a
temperature of 60°C to 95°C has
been selected. A third rinse is
carried out when a temperature
below 60°C is selected.

2)

An 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

–

No u has been selected.

3)

A third rinse is carried out if:

–

No u has been selected.

4)

There is a spin only after the main
wash.

5)

Run-up to spin: A run-up to spin is
carried out before the wash process
begins to deflate the pillows.

6)

Pre-wash: A pre-wash is carried out
automatically to remove dust.

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WASHING

Garment care label symbols

Washing

The figure quoted in the bucket is the
maximum temperature the garment
can be washed at. The number of
bars under the symbol indicates the
level of agitation permitted.

9 No bar under the symbol: =

normal agitation

4 One bar under the symbol: =

reduced agitation

c Two bars under the symbol: =

much reduced agitation

/ Hand wash (if no temperature

is specified use the lowest
temperature or cold)

h Do not wash

Drying

The number of dots indicates the
drying temperature

q Normal temperature
r Low temperature
s Do not tumble dry

Ironing

The number of dots indicates the
ironing temperature

I Hot iron (max sole plate temp.

approx. 200°C)

H Medium hot iron (max sole

plate temp. approx. 150°C)

G Cool iron (max sole plate

temp. approx. 110°C). Do not
steam iron garments carrying
this symbol.

J Do not iron

Professional cleaning

f Dry clean only. The letters

indicate the type of cleaning

p

agent required.

w Professional Wet Clean only
D Do not dry clean

Bleaching

x Any oxidising bleaching

agent can be used

{ Only use an oxygen based

bleach or a non-chlorine
bleach

z Do not bleach

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Detergent

WASHING

Universal

detergent

Detergent

for

coloureds

Detergent

for

delicates

Specialist
detergent

Proofing

agent

Fabric

conditio

Cottons X X – – – X

Minimum iron X X – – – X

1)

Denim

XXX––X

Woollens – – – X – X

Express 20

1)

XX –––X

Shirts X X – – – X

Automatic plus X X – – – X

Dark garments

1)

XXX––X

Delicates X X X – – X

Sportswear

Trainers

Outerwear

Proofing

Soft toys

Hygiene

1)

1)

1)

2)

1)

3)

XX –X––

–X––––

––XX––

––––X–

–XX––X

X– –––X

First wash X X – – – X

Silks – – – X – X

Pillows

Curtains

1)

3)

XXXX––

XX –X––

Starch – – – X – –

1)

Use liquid detergent

2)

Only use proofing agents 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 the fabric conditioner compartment §.

3)

Use powder detergent

-

ner

Specialist detergent: This detergent is designed specifically for the wash
programme or type of fabric, (see the Miele CareCollection detergents and
conditioning products in "Optional accessories").

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WASHING

All modern detergents produced for
automatic washing machines are
suitable. Use dispensing aids, e.g.
balls, if these are supplied with the
detergent. Tablets are suitable for full
loads, but note that it may be
impractical to reduce tablets for smaller
loads. Some tablets do not dissolve as
rapidly as others, and may not be
suitable for programmes with short
durations. Do not use biological
detergents on silk, as the enzymes may
damage the silk. Instructions for use
and recommended dosage amounts
are given on the detergent packaging.

Liquid detergent should be dispensed
using a ball provided by the
manufacturer for programmes without a
pre-wash.

For programmes with a pre-wash you
will need to purchase a special
container from the Miele Spare Parts
department which sits in the main wash
compartment j of the detergent
dispenser drawer. Add liquid detergent
to this container for the main wash and
to compartment i for the pre-wash.

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

The right amount to dispense will
depend on the following:

–

The soiling level of the laundry

Lightly soiled
No visible dirt or stains. Possibly
slight body odour.

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.

Use the same quantity of detergent as
for soft water.
Miele do not recommend connecting
the machine to a household water
softener.

Washing with several components

If you wash using several components
(e.g. special application detergents),
we recommend always dispensing the
agents into compartment j in the
following order:

1. Detergent

2. Water softeners

3. Stain remover

This way the agents are distributed
more evenly.

Normally soiled
Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight
stains.

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Fabric conditioner 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

WASHING

Do not use powder starch
formulations or viscous liquid starch
in the § compartment as it will clog
up. See below.

Adding fabric conditioner or liquid
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 and
select the Starch programme.

^ Select a spin speed or the Rinse hold

extra option.

^

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 §.

If starching frequently, thoroughly
clean the dispenser compartment,
especially the siphon tube and
fabric conditioner channel, regularly.
See "Cleaning the detergent
dispenser drawer".

^ 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

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DRYING

Separate drying

The separate drying programme
must be used if the load in the wash
programme is greater than the
maximum load permitted for drying,
or if you only want to dry part of the
load that was washed.

Tips on drying

Do not put soaking wet items into
the machine to dry them; Spin them
thoroughly after washing using the
appropriate spin speed.

– Woollens and wool blends

become matted and shrink if dried in
a tumble dryer. They can be partially
dried using the Woollens
programme.

– Down-filled garments

which have a tendency to shrink,
depending on the quality of the item.
They can be partially dried using the
Smoothing programme.

–

Pure linen
dried if specified as suitable by the
manufacturer on the care label, as
the surface of the fabric may
otherwise tend to roughen.

–

Loopknit garments
underwear) tend to shrink depending
on their quality. Therefore: Do not
over-dry these textiles. When
purchasing these garments it is
advisable to take their shrinkage
properties into account.

should only be machine

(e.g. T-shirts and

tend to

have linings

Starched laundry

–

tumble dryer. To achieve the usual
finish, double the amount of starch
should be used.

New dark coloured garments

–

be washed and dried separately
from light coloured garments to avoid
the danger of colours running and
discolouring other garments. Dark
coloured fibres can also settle on
light coloured garments and vice
versa.

A Sort the laundry

^ Sort the laundry according to

type of fibre / weave and the residual
moisture content. This will help
achieve an even drying result.

^ Before drying check the drying

symbol on the care label.

q Dry at normal temperature
r Dry at a low temperature

(select the Low temperature extra
option)

sDo not tumble dry

If the care label does not have a drying
symbol on it, the item should only be
dried in a programme named as
suitable for it.

can be dried in the

should

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B Switch the machine on

C Select a programme

Select the drying programme you

^

want.

The programme selected will appear in
the display.

Cottons

60°C

Duration: 1:49 h

1600 rpm

Further programmes:

Turn the programme selector to Further
programmes/Settings to display a list of
other programmes that the machine
has to offer.

DRYING

The Washing indicator light must not
be lit as well as this would mean that
the relevant washing programme
would begin before the drying
process.

Cottons

Normal 1600 rpm

Duration: 1:28 h

Use the X or Y button to alter the

^

drying level. Press the OK button to
confirm the drying level selected and
move on to the thermospin speed
option.

Cottons

Normal

Duration: 1:28 h

^ Use the X or Y button to alter the

spin speed.

The thermospin is not carried out if a
drying time is selected.

^

Select the Low temperature extra
option if required.

1600 rpm

Further programmes

Settings !

Dark garments ,

^

Use the X or Y button to highlight the

;

programme you wish to select and
confirm your selection by pressing
the OK button.

^

Press the Washing/Drying button
repeatedly until only the Drying
indicator light is lit up.

The thermospin is not carried out
when the Low temperature extra
option has been selected.

^

Select Delay start, if required.

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DRYING

D Load the drum

Open the drum door.

^

Load the laundry loosely into the

^

drum.

See the drying programme chart for
maximum loads. Overloading can
cause unnecessary wear and tear to
the laundry and give a disappointing
drying result.

E Close the drum door

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

Make sure you have removed any
detergent dispensing aids, e.g.
plastic dispenser balls, before
drying. These dispensers can melt
during the drying programme and
cause damage to the machine and
the laundry.

will count down by the minute in the
display.
The programme sequence and the
drying level reached will also be shown
in the display.

G Remove the laundry when the

programme has finished

The anti-crease phase starts as soon as
the programme finishes.

The 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.

^ Turn the programme selector to the

Stop position.

^ Open the drum door and remove the

laundry.

Check that all items have been
removed from the drum. If items are
left in the dryer, they could be
damaged by overdrying when the
dryer is next used.

The stopcock must be open even if
you are only using the machine for
drying.

F Start the programme

^

Press the flashing Start/Stop button.

The estimated programme duration will
appear in the display. The electronics
continually assess the residual moisture
content of the laundry and adjust the
estimated time remaining for a more
accurate reading. Because of this, the
time displayed can alter during the
course of a programme. The time left

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Important: Always remove the
laundry before switching the machine
off. This is important to ensure that
the load size indicator works
correctly.

^

Switch the machine off.

See "After each washing or drying
programme" in "WASHING AND
DRYING" for further information.

DRYING

Extras

Low temperature

The temperature is reduced during
the drying programme.

For all delicate or minimum iron fabrics
with the r symbol on the care label
(e.g. acrylic garments).

The thermospin is not carried out when
the Low temperature extra option has
been selected.

Because the temperature is reduced
when the Low temperature extra option
has been selected, the programme
duration is longer.

The Low temperature extra option is
only available for a drying
programme.

Thermospin

To save energy a thermospin is carried
out in some programmes.

The thermospin is not carried out if a
drying time is selected.

Adding or removing laundry
after a programme has started

Press the Door button to open the

^

drum door.

Do not touch the metal cap

,

located on the inside of the door
glass or the back of the drum when
adding or removing items. They
could be very hot - Danger of
burning.

Add or remove items as required.

^

^ Close the drum door.

The programme will continue
automatically.

The time left shown in the display may
now vary from the actual drying time.

The door cannot be opened, if:

– the temperature in the drum is above

70°C.

–

the programme has reached the
Thermospin stage.

–

the safety lock has been activated.

The thermospin is not carried out
when the Low temperature extra
option has been selected.

The maximum spin speed for the
thermospin is the same as the
maximum final spin speed for the
relevant wash programme.

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DRYING

Programme chart

Cottons Max. load 3.0 kg*

Extra dry, Normal+, Normal**

Suitable for Single and multi-layered cotton fabrics such as T-shirts, underwear,

towelling, flannelette bed linen.

Note Do not use Extra dry for loopknit fabrics as they have a tendency to

shrink.

Extras Low temperature, thermospin

1)

Hand iron r, Hand iron rr**, Machine iron, Smoothing+

, Timed drying

Suitable for Cotton or linen fabrics e.g. table linen, bed linen, starched laundry

etc.

Note To prevent laundry from drying out, it should be rolled up until you

are ready for ironing.

Extras Low temperature, thermospin

Minimum iron Max. load 1.5 kg*

Normal+, Normal**, Hand ironr, Smoothing+

1)

, Timed drying

2)

Suitable for Minimum iron items made of synthetic or blended fabrics, e.g. tops,

blouses, skirts and table cloths.

Extras Low temperature, thermospin

Denim Max. load 3.0 kg*

Extra dry, Normal+, Normal, Hand ironr,
Hand ironrr, Machine iron, Smoothing+

1)

, Timed drying

2)

Suitable for Denim garments, e.g. jeans, jackets, skirts, shirts.

Extras Thermospin

Woollens Max. load 1.0 kg*

3 minutes

Suitable for Wool and wool blend fabrics.

Note

–

This programme only fluffs up woollen garments. They are not
dried completely by this programme.

–

Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and
leave to finish drying at room temperature.

* Weight of dry laundry
** Note for test institutes: Programme setting for testing according to EN 61121 standard

2)

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DRYING

Express 20 Max. load 3.0 kg*

Extra dry, Normal+, Normal, Hand ironr,
Hand ironrr, Machine iron, Smoothing+

Suitable for Fabrics which can tolerate high temperatures and which can be

dried using the Cottons programme.

Note If washing and drying in one operation the programme duration will

be particularly short with the Express 20 programme.

Extras Thermospin

Shirts Max. load 1.0 kg*

Normal+, Normal, Hand ironr, Smoothing+

Suitable for Shirts and blouses

Note Garments are dampened before the programme starts to help

reduce creasing.

Automatic plus Max. load 3.0 kg*

Normal+, Normal, Hand ironr, Smoothing+

Suitable for Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum iron

programmes.

Extras Thermospin

Freshen up Max. load 1.0 kg*

Suitable for Freshly laundered and spun garments, or dry garments that have

been worn briefly and are not soiled.

Note

–

Garments are dampened before the programme starts to help
reduce creasing.

–

Select the Water plus extra for very absorbent fabrics.

Select:

–

Normal: For garments that are required immediately.

–

Hand iron rr: For garments that are to be ironed or hung out to
completely dry on a coat hanger.

–

Timed drying

2)

: Check the items as you are drying them to find

the optimum time.

Important

–

Creasing increases the larger the load and the longer the drying
time.

* Weight of dry laundry

1)

, Timed drying

1)

, Timed drying

1)

, Timed drying

2)

2)

2)

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DRYING

Smoothing Max. load 3.0 kg*

Suitable for Cotton and linen fabrics. Minimum iron items made of mixed fibres,

cotton or synthetic fabrics

Note

Warm air Max. load 3.0 kg*

Timed drying

Suitable for For drying or airing individual items.

Note Do not select the longest drying time to start with. Check the items

Further programmes

Dark garments Max. load 3.0 kg*

Normal+, Normal, Hand ironr, Smoothing+

Suitable for Dark garments made from cotton or mixed fibres.

Extras Low temperature, thermospin

Delicates Max. load 1.0 kg*

Normal, Hand iron r, Timed drying

Suitable for For delicate fabrics made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres, easy care

* Weight of dry laundry

Garments are dampened before the programme starts to help

–

reduce creasing.
They are not completely dried in this programme to make them

–

easier to iron.
Remove garments as soon as the programme finishes.

–

Select the Water plus extra for very absorbent fabrics.

–

2)

as you are drying them to find the optimum time.

1)

, Timed drying

2)

2)

cotton shirts and blouses.

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DRYING

Sportswear Max. load 2.0 kg*

1)

Normal+, Normal, Hand ironr, Smoothing+

, Timed drying

Suitable for Sportswear that is suitable for tumble drying

Extras Thermospin

Trainers Max. 2 pairs of shoes

Timed drying

2)

Suitable for Trainers, specified as machine-washable by the manufacturer.

Note

The drum does not rotate during this programme.

–

Insoles should be removed and placed in the drum with the

–

shoes.

Outerwear Max. load 1.5 kg*

1)

Normal+, Normal, Hand ironr, Smoothing+

, Timed drying

Suitable for Outerwear which is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer.

Extras Thermospin

Proofing Max. load 1.5 kg*

Normal

Suitable for Thermally fixing textiles which are suitable for drying in a tumble

dryer and have been treated with a proofing agent.

Soft toys Max. load 1.0 kg*

Timed drying

2)

Suitable for Soft toys that can tolerate being dried in a tumble dryer.

Note Observe the manufacturer's care label.

Hygiene Max. load 3.0 kg*

Normal

Suitable for Cottons and linen fabrics which are in direct contact with the skin,

e.g. underwear, nappies, towelling, bed linen, pillow and mattress
covers.

Important Because the temperature is held for longer the laundry will feel drier.

Extras Thermospin

* Weight of dry laundry

2)

2)

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DRYING

First wash Max. load 3.0 kg*

1)

Normal+, Normal, Hand ironr, Smoothing+

, Timed drying

Suitable for New items made of cotton, towelling and polyester fabrics.

Extras Thermospin

Silks Max. load 1.0 kg*

5 minutes

Suitable for Silks (suitable for drying in a tumble dryer), e.g. blouses and shirts.

Note

Smooths out creasing.

–

Garments are not totally dried in this programme.

–

Remove garments immediately at the end of the programme.

–

Pillows 2 pillows (40x80 cm) or 1 pillow (80x80 cm)

Timed drying

2)

Suitable for Pillows suitable for drying in a tumble dryer, with feather, down or

synthetic fillings.

Note Please observe the instructions on the care label. Pillows can still

feel damp after being dried. You can use this programme several
times until the pillow feels dry.

Cool air Max. load 3.0 kg*

Timed drying

2)

Suitable for Any item which only needs airing.

* Weight of dry laundry

2)

1)

Smoothing+: Garments are dampened before the programme starts to help

reduce creasing. Textiles are not completely dried in this programme to make
them easier to iron. The drying temperature is determined by the programme
being used.

2)

Timed drying: Timed dring is particularly suitable for small loads and for drying

individual items. Garments are dried in warm air (times of between 15 minutes and
2 hours can be selected). The drying temperature is determined by the
programme being used. Do not select the longest drying time to start with. Check
the items as you are drying them to find the optimum time.

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Washing and drying in a
continuous sequence

Where the amount of laundry to be
washed and dried in one programme
does not exceed the maximum
weight permitted for the drying
programme, washing and drying in
one continuous sequence is
recommended.

WASHING AND DRYING

To avoid the laundry forming a ring
against the drum at the end of the
washing programme, the spin speed
is limited to a maximum of 1200 rpm
when washing and drying in a
continuous sequence.

Select the drying level or drying time

^

you require.

Now select extra options, if required.

^

It is very important to read both the
"Washing" and "Drying" sections
before proceeding.

A Sort the laundry into colours and

fabric types

B Switch the machine on

C Select a programme

^ Turn the programme selector to the

required programme.

^ Press the Washing/Drying button

repeatedly until both the Washing
and Drying indicator lights are lit up.

Cottons

60°C

Normal 2:52 h

^

Select the temperature, spin speed

1600 rpm

and drying level and confirm with
OK.

The spin speed displayed for
washing will be adopted for the
thermospin.
If you select Extra quiet, spinning will
not exceed 900 rpm.

The thermospin is not carried out
when the Low temperature extra
option has been selected.

^ Select Delay start, if required.

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WASHING AND DRYING

D Load the drum

Open the drum door and load the

^

laundry loosely in the drum.

Follow the load size indicator and do
not overload.

Do not use detergent dispensing
aids, e.g. plastic dispenser balls, for
washing followed immediately by the
drying programme. These
dispensers can melt during the
drying programme and cause
damage to the machine and the
laundry.

E Close the drum door

F Add detergent

Follow the detergent percentage
display.

G Start the programme

^

Press the Start/Stop button.

H Remove the laundry when the

programme has finished

^

Turn the programme selector to the
Stop position.

^

Open the drum door and remove the
laundry.

See "After each washing or drying
programme" for further information.

After each washing or drying
programme

Open the drum door fully.

^

Caution, the metal cap located

,

on the inside of the door glass is
very hot after drying. Do not touch

it. It will be hot. Danger of burning!

Remove the laundry.

^

Check the folds in the door seal for

^

any small articles, e.g. buttons, which
might be lodged there. Remove any
fluff remaining from around the door
seal and porthole glass after drying.

Check that all items have been
removed from the drum. Items left
behind could colour run, shrink or
be damaged in the next washing or
drying programme.

Important: Always remove the
laundry before switching the machine
off. This is important to ensure that
the load size indicator works
correctly.

^

Switch the machine off using the On/
Off button K.

Close the door.
Otherwise there is the danger of
objects being placed inadvertently in
the drum. If these remained unnoticed
and were washed in the next load, they
could damage the laundry.

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The fluff which occurs during drying
can collect in the drum and also in the
suds container. Run the Rinse out fluff
programme before the machine is used
again so that fluff cannot be deposited
on the next load (e.g. fluff from dark
garments being deposited on lighter
coloured items) or cause a blockage.

The Rinse out fluff programme must
not

be used for rinsing laundry.
Make sure that there are no items of
laundry in the drum before starting
this programme.

^ Switch the machine on.

^ Turn the programme selector to the

Rinse out fluff programme.

If there is a lot of fluff in the machine
select the Water plus extra option.

Rinse out fluff programme

^ Press the Start/Stop button.

The fluff will be rinsed out after a few
minutes.

^

Remove any fluff remaining from
around the door seal and porthole
glass.

^

Switch the machine off.

The load sensor will have to be
recalibrated after running the Rinse
out fluff programme. See "Before
using for the first time".

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Changing the programme sequence

To cancel a programme

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

Press the Start/Stop button and

^

select Cancel programme or turn the
programme selector to Stop.

... During washing:

The suds will be pumped away and the
washing programme is cancelled.

... During drying:

The garments will be cooled down
before the door can be opened.

If you want to remove the laundry:

^ Press the Door button.

If you want to select a different
programme:

^ Switch the machine off using the

K button.

^ Check that there is still detergent in

the detergent drawer. Add detergent
if necessary.

^

Switch the machine back on again
and select a new programme.

Interrupting a programme

Switch the machine off using the

^

K button.

To continue with the same programme:

Switch the machine back on again

^

with the K button.

Do not switch the washer-dryer

,

off before the end of a drying
programme. If this was done and the
laundry was then removed immedi
ately it could give off a great amount
of heat.

Changing a programme

After the start of a programme it is no
longer possible to select a different
programme.
You will need to cancel the current
programme before you can select a
new one.

Altering the temperature

You can alter the temperature of a
washing programme up to 5 minutes
after the programme has started.

^

Use the X and Y buttons to alter the
temperature.

-

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Changing the programme sequence

Changing the spin speed

You can change the spin speed up until
the final spin begins.
You can change the thermospin speed
up until the thermospin begins.

Altering the drying level / drying time

You can alter the drying level or drying
time during the washing programme
but not once the drying programme has
started.

Selecting or deselecting a drying
programme

You can select or deselect the drying
function during a washing programme if
this is permitted for the particular
programme.

Changing extra options

It is possibe to select or deselect some
extra options up to 5 minutes after the
washing programme has started.

Safety lock

The safety lock prevents the machine
from being opened or the
programme cancelled during a
washing or drying programme.

To activate the safety lock

Press the Start/Stop button.

^

Select Activate safety lock and

^

confirm your selection.

The machine will now not accept any
changes and the programme will
proceed through to the end.

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

To deactivate the safety lock

^ Press the Start/Stop button.

^ Select De-activate safety lock and

confirm your selection.

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

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Delay start

With delay start you can choose when
you want the programme to end. The
start of a programme can be delayed
from 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24
hours,

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

Select Delay start

Select the programme you want and

^

then press the + button.

Delay start 9:51

Start time
Finish time

9:51

11:19

The display shows the current time of
day and the time the programme is due
to end.

^ Use the Y button to select the time

you want the programme to end at.

Delay start 9:51

Start time
Finish time

9:51

15:00

To begin Delay start

Press the Start/Stop button.

^

Altering Delay start

Press the + button.

^

Use the X or Y buttons to change the

^

programme end time.

Confirm your selection by pressing

^

the OK button.

Cancelling delay start

Press the Start/Stop button.

^

^ Cancel delay start will appear in the

display.

^ Confirm with OK.

^ Press the Start/Stop button to start

the programme straight away or
select a different programme.

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.

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.

^

Confirm your selection by pressing
the OK button.

48

Cleaning and care

Disconnect the machine from the

,

electricity supply by switching off at
the wall socket and withdrawing the
plug before any cleaning and
maintenance work.

A range of Miele branded cleaning and
conditioning agents is available to
order from the Miele Spare Parts
Department, or via the internet on
www.miele-shop.com.

Cleaning the machine

Do not use solvents, abrasive

,

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

,

The machine must not be hosed
down.

temperatures, and can lead to
unpleasant smells. If you have no
reason to wash occasionally at this high
temperature, then run a Cottons 95°C
programme with detergent but no
laundry at regular intervals.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser
drawer

The pre-wash and main wash
compartments of the detergent drawer
are self-cleaning. However, for hygiene
reasons the entire detergent drawer
should be cleaned as follows on a
regular basis.

^

Clean the casing and the control
panel with a mild non-abrasive
cleaning agent or soap and water.
Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

^

The drum can be cleaned using a
suitable stainless-steel cleaning
agent following the instructions on
the packaging.

Extra cleaning

Carry out a hot wash (70°C or above)
with powder detergent approx. every 6
weeks to help prevent deposits building
up in the machine. These can occur
when washing is mainly done at low

^

Pull out the detergent dispenser
drawer until a resistance is felt. Press
down the release catch and at the
same time pull the drawer right out of
the machine.

^

Clean the detergent drawer with
warm water.

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Cleaning and care

Clean the siphon.

^

Cleaning the detergent dispenser
drawer housing

1. Remove the siphon from

compartment § and rinse under
warm 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 starch will
cause them to get clogged.

^ Use a bottle brush to remove

detergent residues and limescale
from the jets inside the detergent
dispenser drawer housing.

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Cleaning the porthole glass

From time to time you should also

^

clean ...

Cleaning and care

the door glass

–

mild detergent or soap and water.

the metal cap

–

door glass with a suitable proprietary
stainless steel cleaning agent
following the manufacturer's
instructions on the packaging.

Wipe dry using a soft cloth.

^

on the inside using a

on the inside of the

Cleaning the filter in the water
inlet

The 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.

51

Problem solving guide

With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of this
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 programme does
not start when Drain/
Spin has been
selected.

The display is dark. The display has

There is no power to
the machine.

Access via a code has
been activated. See
the Settings menu.

The machine has not
been prepared for
using for the first time.

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.

Prepare the machine as
described in "Before using for
the first time".

Press a button. The machine
comes out of standby mode.

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A fault message appears in the display

Message Possible cause Remedy A

Fault

2

2

L

;

Check drainage
system

Fault
Water intake
Open stopcock

Waterproof system
activated
Close the stopcock

Technical fault
Call Service.

Check detergent

The water outlet is

–

blocked or
restricted.

The drain hose has

–

been fixed too high.

The water inlet is
blocked or restricted.

The water protection
system has reacted.

There is a fault. Start the programme again.

Excessive foam has
built up during
washing.

Problem solving guide

Clean the drain filter and

–

the drain pump as
described in "Problem
solving guide – Opening
the drum door in the
event of a blocked drain
outlet and/or power
failure".

The maximum drain

–

height is 1 m.

Check whether
– the stopcock is opened

wide enough.
– the inlet hose is kinked.
– If the fault indicator

occurs again, contact the

Miele Service Dept.

– Close the stopcock.
– Call the Service

Department.

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

Use less detergent next
time and follow the
manufacturer's instructions
on dosage given on the
packaging.

A To remove the message from the display switch the machine off using the On/

Off button K.

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Problem solving guide

Problems with the load size indicator

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 greater than
<25% when the drum
is empty.

The following will
appear in the display:

Zero setting not
possible. Open the
door

The drying
programme stops and
the following
message appears in
the display:

Check load

At the end of a drying
programme the
following message
appears in the
display:

Check load

Laundry was left in
the drum when the
machine was
switched off. This
has decalibrated the
sensor from the zero
setting.

The load sensor has
to be recalibrated to
zero after running
the Rinse out fluff
programme.

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

The drum door is
closed.

There is very little or no
laundry in the drum. Drying
individual garments or items
which are already dry can
also cause the programme
to be cancelled.

The machine has recognised
an overload.

To recalibrate the sensor to the
zero setting:

Remove the laundry from the

–

drum.
Switch off the machine and

–

leave the door open.
Switch on the machine.

–

Turn the programme selector

–

to Cottons.
Press and hold the Load % /

–

Detergent % button in until the
following message appears in
the display:

Zero setting OK

Rotate the drum once. If the
display still indicates a load
greater than <25%, recalibrate
the sensor to zero again (see
above section).

–

Open the drum door.

–

Recalibrate the sensor to zero
again.

In future use a timed
drying programme or the
Warm air timed drying
programme for individual
items.

In future do not exceed
the maximum load.

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Problem solving guide

General problems

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The machine shakes
during the spin cycle.

The pump makes
strange noises.

Large amounts of
detergent residue
remain in the
detergent dispenser
drawer.

Fabric conditioner is
not completely
dispensed or too
much water remains
in the §
compartment.

The laundry has not
been spun
satisfactorily.

The display is in a
different language.

The duration
fluctuates in the
display.

Power cut Once power has been restored, switch the

The machine feet are not
level.

This is not a fault! These noises occur at the end of a
pump sequence as a normal part of the operation.

The water supply
pressure is too low.

Powder detergent used
in conjunction with water
softeners tends to
become sticky.

The siphon tube is not
correctly positioned or is
clogged up.

The spin speed selected
was too low.

A different language has
been selected in "Settings:
Language J".

The machine continually monitors the washing and
drying process, and adjusts the duration accordingly.

washer-dryer on with the K button to continue the
programme.

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

Clean the filter in the

–

water inlet.
It may be useful to select

–

the Water plus extra
option.

Clean the detergent drawer.
In future, add washing
powder into the dispenser
drawer first, and then add
the water softener.

Clean the siphon, (see
"Cleaning and care ­Cleaning the detergent
dispenser drawer").

Select a higher spin speed
next time.

Set the language you want.
The flag symbol will guide
you.

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Problem solving guide

An unsatisfactory wash result

Problem Possible cause Remedy

Liquid detergent
does not give the
required result.

Grey, greasy
particles cling to
washed laundry.

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

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

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

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

Use a general purpose

–

detergent containing a
bleaching agent.

Pour stain removers into

–

compartment j and liquid
detergnent into a dispenser
ball (remember to remove

the dispensing ball before
drying!).

Never put stain removers

–

and liquid detergent together
in the dispenser drawer.

– Use more detergent.
– Before washing the next load

run a Cottons 95°C
programme with powder
detergent but without a load.

– 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.

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Problem solving guide

An unsatisfactory drying result

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The laundry is
still damp after a
drying cycle.

The load was too small for
the electronics to assess
the residual moisture
correctly.

The laundry has formed a
ring in the drum during the
spin because it was
distributed unevenly.

The laundry has formed a
ring in the drum during the
thermospin because it was
too damp or the spin
speed was set too high.

Warm laundry feels damp. Extend the cool down time, as

In future dry small loads in a
timed drying programme.

Turn the programme selector

–

to Stop.
Open the door and loosen

–

the laundry.
Start the drying programme

–

again using a lower spin
speed.

described in the Settings menu.

The laundry is
too damp or too
dry after a drying
cycle.

When laundry is
dry it feels hard
to the touch.

There is still
water in the drum
after drying.

The required residual
moisture level is between
two drying levels.

Too vigorous wash action. Programme in gentle action

Not enough detergent was
used.

No fabric conditioner was
used.

There is a blockage in the
water outlet.

Change the drying levels as
described in the Settings menu.

and more water.

Increase detergent dose to
prevent limescale build up in
laundry.

Use fabric conditioner in last
rinse.

Clean the drain filter and the
drain pump as described in
"Problem solving guide –
Opening the drum door in the
event of a blocked drain outlet
and/or power failure".

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Problem solving guide

The drum door cannot be opened by pressing the Door button

Problem 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.

The door cannot be
opened during or after
drying.

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 the 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.

For safety reasons the drum door cannot be
opened if the temperature is higher than 70°C.

– Wait until the temperature is less than 70°C.
–

The Door lock setting has been set to the Long
option. The door cannot be opened until the
temperature has dropped below 55°C. Change
the setting to the Short option.

–

Deactivate the Extended cool down time as
described in the Settings menu.

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Problem solving guide

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

Switch the machine off.

^

There is a lever behind the detergent
drawer fascia panel.

^ Remove the lever.

Blocked drain outlet

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

Caution: if laundry has been

,

washed at a high temperature, water
draining out of the machine will still
be hot. Danger of scalding!

Procedure for draining the machine

Place a suitable container under the

^

access flap.

When draining water from the
machine, do not unscrew the drain
filter completely or take it right out.

^

Use it to open the access flap.

^

Unscrew the drain filter lid until water
runs out.

To interrupt the flow of water:

^

Tighten the drain filter back up again.

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Problem solving guide

Once the flow of water ceases:

Remove the drain filter completely.

^

^ Clean it thoroughly.

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.

^ Pull the emergency release

downwards (see illustration). The
drum door will open.

^

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.

^

Put the drain filter back in place and
secure.

,

Make sure the drain filter is
securely tightened. Otherwise there
is a risk of water leakage during use.

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After sales service

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

your Miele dealer, or

–

the Miele Service Department

–

(see back cover for contact details).

When contacting your dealer or Miele,
please quote the model and serial
number of your appliance, both of
which are shown on the data plate
visible above the door glass when the
door is open.

Future updates (PC)

The indicator or check light marked PC
is the interface used by Miele service
technicians during servicing work for
testing purposes and for updating the
machine's programme data.

Appliance guarantee

Please see the guarantee card
supplied with your machine.

Optional accessories

Optional accessories for this
washer-dryer are available from your
Miele Dealer, the Miele Spare Parts
Department or via the internet at
www.miele-shop.com.

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

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

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Installation and connection

Front view

a Inlet hose

b Electricity supply cable

c - f Flexible drain hose (with

detachable swivel elbow)

g Control panel

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h Detergent dispenser drawer

i Drum door

j Access to drain filter, drain pump

and emergency release

k Handle recesses for moving the

machine

l Four height adjustable feet

Rear view

Installation and connection

a Protruding lid for holding when

moving the machine

b Electricity supply cable

c Transit bar covers

d Inlet hose

e Drain hose

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Installation and connection

Installation surface

A concrete floor is the most suitable
installation surface, being far less
prone to vibration during the spin cycle
than wooden floorboards or a carpeted
surface.

Please note the following points:

The machine must be level and

^

securely positioned.

To avoid vibrations during spinning,

^

the machine should not be installed
on soft floor coverings.

If installing on a wooden joist floor:

^ We recommend a plywood base (at

least 59x52x3 cm) The base should
span several joists and be bolted to
the joists and not only to the
floorboards. Check for the presence
of pipes and cables first.

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

Installing the washer-dryer

To manoeuvre the machine out of its
packing case to its installlation 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 fittings

,

If the machine is installed on a
raised plinth, it has to be secured
against slippage during spinning
using retaining clips (available from
the Miele Spare Parts Dept).
Otherwise there is a danger of the
washer-dryer moving about.

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^

To remove the left and right covers

1. Use a screwdriver to prise out the

cover as illustrated.

2. Pull the cover forwards to remove.

Installation and connection

Using the spanner supplied turn the

^

left-hand transit bar 90°, then

^

withdraw the transit bar.

Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°,

^

then

^

withdraw the transit bar.

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Installation and connection

To avoid the risk of injury the

,

holes for the transit bars must be
covered after the transit bars have
been removed.

Levelling the machine

The machine must stand perfectly level
on all four feet to ensure safe and
proper operation.

^ Fit the covers on to the two holes.

Then plug the holes as shown with
the caps.

,

The machine must not be moved
without the transit bars in place.
Store 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.

Incorrect installation may increase
electricity and water consumption and
may cause the washer-dryer to move
about. False values may also show in
the Load and Detergent display.

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Installation and connection

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.

^ Using the spanner supplied turn

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

^ Use a spirit level to check the

machine is standing level.

^

Hold foot 1 securely with a pipe
wrench. Turn counter nut 2 again
using the spanner supplied until it
sits firmly up against the housing.

,

All four counternuts must sit
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.

Building under a continous worktop /
in a kitchen run

The fitting of building under kits
must only be undertaken by
qualified and competent persons, in
accordance with the instructions
supplied with the kit.

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 it is essential.

– The building under conversion kit*

includes a cover plate which must be
fitted to ensure electrical safety.

– When installing under a 900/910 mm

high worktop 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.

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Installation and connection

The Miele water protection
system

The Miele water protection system
protects the machine from water
damage.

The system consists of three main
components:

1) the inlet hose

2) the electronic unit and the machine
housing

3) the drain hose

1) Inlet hose

The inlet hose is tested to withstand
pressure above 7,000 kPa.

2) Electronic unit and machine
housing

– Sump

Overflow protection

–

This prevents the 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
machine from being emptied
completely.

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

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Connection to the water
supply

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

The machine is designed to operate
with a flow pressure of between
100 kPa and 1,000 kPa. If it is higher
than 1,000 kPa it is essential to fit a
reducer valve.

Connection to the mains water supply
should incorporate a mains stopcock

3

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.

Installation and connection

In order to protect the water inlet
valve, the dirt filter in the open end
of the inlet hose must not be
removed.

Extension hose

Longer hoses 2.5 or 4.0 m in length are
available from your Miele dealer or the
Miele Spare Parts Department as
optional extras.

The machine is not suitable for
connection to a hot water supply
and connection to a household
water softener is not recommended.

Maintenance and care

Only use a genuine Miele hose should
you ever need a replacement or
extension. These are tested to
withstand pressure of at least
7,000 kPa.

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Installation and connection

Connection to the drainage
system

The machine drains via a drain pump
with a delivery head of 1 metre*. The
drain hose must not be kinked as this
restricts drainage. The swivel elbow at
the end of the hose can be turned in
either direction, or can be detached if
required, with a sharp twist and pull.

* For a delivery head of more than 1 m
(up to a max. of 1.8 m) a second
duo-drain pump is available with the
corresponding kit from the Miele Spare
Parts Department or your Miele Dealer.

Drain hose connection:

1. Direct into a sink or basin:

Please note:

– Hook the hose over the edge and

secure.

– 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 siphoned 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.

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.

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Installation and connection

Electrical connection U.K.

All electrical work should be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person, in strict accordance with
current national and local safety
regulations (BS 7671 in the UK).

Ensure power is not supplied to the
appliance until after installation work
has been carried out.

The appliance is supplied with a mains
cable with moulded plug ready for
connection to a 230-240V mains
supply.

Please ensure the connection data
quoted on the data plate match the
household mains supply.

Connection should be made via a
suitable switched socket which is easily
accessible after installation.

For extra safety it is advisable to protect
the appliance 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).

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Consumption data

Load Consumption data

Energy Water Duration

in kWh in litres Short Normal

Washing

Cottons 95°C 5.5 kg 1.75 45 2 h 09 min

Minimum iron 40°C

Delicates 30°C 1.5 kg 0.33 65 49 min 59 min

Automatic plus 40°C 4.5 kg 0.50 55 – 1 h 27 min

Express 20 40°C 3.0 kg 0.30 26 20 min
Woollens / 30°C 2.0 kg 0.23 39 – 39 min
Silks / 30°C 1.0 kg 0.25 39 – 36 min

Drying

Cottons Normal

Minimum iron Normal

Washing and Drying

Cottons 60°C

Cottons 60°C

1)

60°C

60°C 3.0 kg 0.73 39 1 h 04 min

1)

40°C

1)

40°C

1)

2)

2)

3)

Normal

Normal

5.5 kg 0.93 45 1 h 49 min

5.5 kg 0.60 57 2 h 04 min

3.0 kg 0.36 39 59 min

3.0 kg 0.48 50 59 min 1 h 19 min

3.0 kg 1.77 13 – 1 h 28 min

1.5 kg 0.75 6 – 39 min

5.5 kg +

2x2.75 kg

3.0 kg +

3.0 kg

3.740 69 – 4 h 30 min

2.5 52 – 2 h 32 min

Notes for test institutes:

1)

Test programme EN 60456 for test institutes; the Short extra option must be
selected for the Short programme.

2)

EN 61121 test programme

3)

EN 50229 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 extra options
selected.

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Technical data

Height 850 mm

Width 595 mm

Depth 580 mm

Depth with door open 975 mm

Height for building under 820 mm

Width for building under 600 mm

Depth for building under 600 mm

Weight 101 kg

Capacity - Washing
Capacity - Drying

Voltage See data plate

Connected load See data plate

Fuse rating See data plate

Consumption data See "Consumption data"

Minimum water flow pressure 100 kPa (1 bar)

Maximum water flow pressure 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

5.5 kg dry laundry

3.0 kg dry laundry

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Settings menu

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

To open the Settings menu

Switch the machine on.

^

Turn the programme selector to

^

Further programmes/Settings.

Further programmes

Settings !

Dark garments ,

^ Confirm with OK.

To select an setting

^ Use the X and Y buttons to scroll

through the settings until the one you
want is highlighted and then confirm
your choice by pressing the OK
button.

^

Select the option you want and
confirm your selection.

A tick will appear beside the option to
show that it has been set.

;

Language J

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

You can select one of the languages
displayed via the Languages
sub-menu.

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

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 options or
deactivate the buzzer.

Off

(the machine is delivered with this

option selected as standard)

Normal

The buzzer sounds at a normal volume.

Loud

The buzzer sounds at a loud volume.

To close the Settings menu

^

Select Back

# and select OK to

confirm your choice.

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Settings menu

Time

Select either a 24 hour or 12 hour clock,
and then set the current time of day.

Clock format

Use the X or Y buttons to select the

^

way you want the time to be
displayed and confirm your choice
with the OK button.

Set the time of day

Set the hour with the X and Y

^

buttons and confirm your setting by
pressing the OK button. Then do the
same to set the minutes.

Temperature unit

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

The machine is delivered with the °C
option selected.

Brightness / Contrast

There are ten different display
settings.

The machine is delivered with this
option set at: level 5

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

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 machine being
switched on.

10 minutes after the end of a

–

programme.

Pressing one of the buttons switches
the display back on again.

You can also choose whether you want
the display to go out 10 minutes after a
programme has started or to remain
visible throughout the programme.

On

Standby comes on: The display will go
out 10 minutes after a programme has
started.

Not in current prog.
delivered with this option selected)

Standby is switched off: The display will
remain visible during a programme.

(the machine is

Keypad tone

An audible tone sounds each time a
button is pressed.

The machine is delivered with this
option set at: Off

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Settings menu

Lock code

The code prevents the machine
being used without your knowledge.

When the code has been activated, you
have to enter a code after switching the
machine on. Otherwise it cannot be
operated.

To activate the lock code

Lock code

Activate

Back #

^ Select Activate and confirm your

selection.

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

Enter the lock code

Lock code

0 00

^

Use the X or Y buttons to change the
first digit. Confirm your selection by
pressing the OK button. Now enter
the second digit.

^

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

Once the machine is switched off, it

^

can only be used again if the lock
code is entered.

The lock will now be activated when the
machine is switched off.

To unlock the machine

When the machine is switched on
again, the display will request the code.

Enter code 125 as described above

^

and confirm the entry.

The machine is now unlocked.

To deactivate the lock code

Proceed as for activating the lock code.

Memory

If an extra option has been selected
for a programme, or the
recommended 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 this
option set at: Off

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Settings menu

Longer pre-wash Cottons

The pre-wash duration can be
extended in the Cottons programme.

If you require a longer pre-wash, an
additional 6, 9 or 12 minutes can be
added to the standard 25 minutes .

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.

If Gentle action is programmed into the
machine, every wash cycle in these
programmes will be carried out with
gentle action rhythm.

The machine is delivered with this
option set at: Off

Suds cooling

When this is activated, additional
water flows into the drum at the end
of the main wash to cool the suds
down. Hot suds can damage plastic
drainage pipes.

Suds cooling takes place when
temperatures of 95°C and 75°C are
selected.

Suds cooling should be activated:

to prevent the danger of scalding if

–

the drain hose is hooked over the
edge of a sink or basin.

– where the drainage pipes do not

comply with DIN 1986.

The machine is delivered with this
option set at: Off

Distribution controller

The maximum final spin speed is
limited to prevent the laundry forming
a ring against the drum. (This setting
is only available when washing and
drying in a continuous sequence).

There is a choice of 1200 rpm (default
setting), 1100 rpm, 1000 rpm
and 900 rpm.

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Settings menu

Drying levels

The drying levels in the Cottons and
Minimum iron programmes can be

altered.

Select the required setting and then
determine whether laundry should be
damper or drier after drying.

Extended cool down

The cooling down phase which takes
place before the end of a programme
can be lengthened if required. This
makes the garments easier to handle.

The cooling down phase can be
lengthened from 0 min to 18 minutes.

^ Set the duration with the X and Y

buttons and confirm your setting by
pressing the OK button.

The programme duration will increase
accordingly.

Door lock

The door can be opened during the
drying process if the temperature in
the drum is below a certain level.

The door cannot be opened until

Long:
the temperature has dropped below
55°C (long cooling phase).

Warning: High temperatures

,

can cause burning or scalding.

The door cannot be opened until

Short:
the temperature has dropped below
70°C. (short cooling phase).

Anti-crease

Anti-crease helps prevent creasing
if laundry is not normally removed
immediately after the end of a
programme.

The drum will turn at intervals for up to
30 minutes after the programme has
finished. The door can be opened and
laundry removed at any time during the
anti-crease phase.

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On:

Anti-crease is activated (default

setting).

Off:

Anti-crease is deactivated.

Optional accessories

Miele offer perfect care for your
laundry, awith a wide range of special
programmes designed to suit the
fabrics being washed and dried.
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
from Miele. See back cover for contact
details.

CareCollection

Miele specialist detergents

Outdoor wear

This specialist detergent will clean your
water repellent outerwear with care.

Sportswear

The Miele Sportswear detergent is
designed to clean sportswear whilst
taking care of special microfibres used
in these garments. It will help to
neutralise and remove odours whilst
protecting the colour of the fabric and
preventing static build up.

Down Items

This special purpose detergent
contains a mild tenside and has been
specially formulated to keep down-filled
items supple and to give them bounce.

Miele proofing agent

This special finishing agent reproofs
garments against wind and water and
provides a dirt-repellent finish whilst
retaining elasticity and breathability.

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Optional accessories

UltraWhite detergent

This multi-purpose powder detergent
has excellent stain removal properties
and is suitable for white and light
coloured laundry as well as heavily
soiled coloured items.

UltraColor detergent for coloured
garments

This liquid detergent is particularly
suitable for cleaning coloured and dark
garments. The special formulation
offers effective stain removal, even at
low temperatures, while helping to
prevent colour fade.

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 cling during tumble
drying.

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