Miele WTZH730WPM User Manual

Operating instructions
Washer-dryer

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

en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 867 400

Contents

Caring for the environment .................................................................................. 6

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

Operating the washer-dryer ............................................................................... 16

Control panel......................................................................................................... 16

Display with sensors ............................................................................................. 17

Examples on how to operate the appliance.......................................................... 18

Applications........................................................................................................... 18

Before the first use.............................................................................................. 19

TwinDos................................................................................................................23

Environmentally friendly washing and drying................................................... 24

Washing................................................................................................................ 25

1. Preparing the laundry ........................................................................................ 25

2. Selecting a programme ..................................................................................... 26

3. Loading the drum .............................................................................................. 27

4. Selecting programme settings .......................................................................... 28

5. Adding detergent............................................................................................... 30

6. Starting the programme .................................................................................... 34

7. End of the programme ...................................................................................... 34

Spin cycle.............................................................................................................. 35

Programme chart................................................................................................... 37

Programme sequence ........................................................................................... 43

Special features in the programme sequence.................................................. 44

Cottons and Minimum iron............................................................................... 45

Options.................................................................................................................. 46

ProgrammeManager.........................................................................................46

Stains................................................................................................................ 47

Further options ................................................................................................. 47

Options overview.............................................................................................. 48

Detergent............................................................................................................... 49

Water softeners ................................................................................................ 49

Miele detergents............................................................................................... 50

Recommended detergents............................................................................... 51

Dispensing fabric softener and liquid starch at the end of the programme ..... 52

Adding fabric softener or liquid starch separately............................................53

Colour run and dye removers/dyes..................................................................53

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Contents

Drying ...................................................................................................................54

1. Preparing the laundry ........................................................................................ 54

2. Selecting a programme ..................................................................................... 55

3. Loading the drum .............................................................................................. 56

4. Selecting programme settings .......................................................................... 57

5. Starting the programme .................................................................................... 58

6. End of the programme ...................................................................................... 58

Programme chart................................................................................................... 59

Options.................................................................................................................. 65

ProgrammeManager.........................................................................................65

Further options ................................................................................................. 65

Thermospin ........................................................................................................... 65

Overview of options and the thermospin .............................................................. 66

Washing and Drying ............................................................................................ 67

1. Preparing the laundry ........................................................................................ 67

2. Selecting a programme ..................................................................................... 67

3. Loading the drum .............................................................................................. 67

4. Selecting programme settings .......................................................................... 68

5. Adding detergent............................................................................................... 68

6. Programme start/finish...................................................................................... 68

After each washing or drying programme............................................................. 69

Rinse out fluff programme..................................................................................... 69

Changing the programme sequence................................................................. 70

Cancelling a programme ....................................................................................... 70

Interrupting a programme...................................................................................... 70

Changing a programme......................................................................................... 70

Safety lock............................................................................................................. 71

Adding or removing laundry .................................................................................. 72

Delay start/SmartStart ........................................................................................ 73

Delay start ............................................................................................................. 73

SmartStart ............................................................................................................. 74

Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 75

External casing and fascia panel........................................................................... 75

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer ............................................................. 75

Cleaning the drum................................................................................................. 76

TwinDos maintenance ........................................................................................... 77

Cleaning the compartment............................................................................... 77

Cleaning the water inlet filter................................................................................. 78

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Contents

Problem solving guide ........................................................................................79

A programme cannot be started ........................................................................... 79

Fault messages after a programme has been cancelled....................................... 80

Fault messages at the end of a programme.......................................................... 81

Problems with TwinDos......................................................................................... 83

Problems with TwinDos......................................................................................... 84

General problems with the washer-dryer.............................................................. 85

An unsatisfactory wash result ............................................................................... 88

Unsatisfactory drying result................................................................................... 89

The door will not open........................................................................................... 90

Opening the door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power cut .......... 91

After sales service............................................................................................... 93

Repairs .................................................................................................................. 93

Warranty ................................................................................................................ 93

Optional accessories............................................................................................. 93

Installation and connection ................................................................................ 94

Front view.............................................................................................................. 94

Rear view............................................................................................................... 95

Installation surface ................................................................................................ 96

Carrying the washer-dryer to its installation site................................................... 96

Removing the transit bars ..................................................................................... 96

Refitting the transit bars ........................................................................................ 98

Installing under a continuous worktop .................................................................. 98

Levelling the washer-dryer .................................................................................... 99

The Miele water protection system .................................................................... 100

Water intake ........................................................................................................ 101

Drainage .............................................................................................................. 102

Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 103

Garment care label symbols............................................................................. 104

Consumption data............................................................................................. 105

Technical data.................................................................................................... 107

Settings .............................................................................................................. 108

Language  ......................................................................................................... 109

TwinDos............................................................................................................... 109

Degree of soiling.................................................................................................. 111

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Buzzer volume..................................................................................................... 111

Keypad tone ........................................................................................................ 111

PIN Code............................................................................................................. 111

Temperature unit.................................................................................................. 111

Display brightness............................................................................................... 112

Display switch-off status ..................................................................................... 112

Display maximum load ........................................................................................ 112

Display programme name ................................................................................... 112

Memory ............................................................................................................... 112

Pre-wash time Cottons........................................................................................ 113

Soak duration ...................................................................................................... 113

Gentle action ....................................................................................................... 113

Temperature reduction ........................................................................................ 113

Water plus ........................................................................................................... 114

Water plus level ................................................................................................... 114

Maximum rinse level............................................................................................ 114

Suds cooling........................................................................................................ 114

Low water pressure............................................................................................. 115

Laundry ring prevention ...................................................................................... 115

Drying levels ........................................................................................................ 115

Extended cool down ........................................................................................... 115

Miele@home ........................................................................................................ 116

Connecting the washer-dryer to your Wi-Fi network ..................................... 116

Remote control.................................................................................................... 118

SmartGrid ............................................................................................................ 118

Optional accessories ........................................................................................119

Detergent............................................................................................................. 119

Specialist detergents........................................................................................... 119

Fabric care........................................................................................................... 120

Additives.............................................................................................................. 120

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing material

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

Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also
reduces the amount of waste in landfill
sites. Ensure that any plastic
wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of
safely and kept out of the reach of
babies and young children. Danger of
suffocation.

Disposing of your old appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain valuable materials. They
also contain specific materials,
compounds and components, which
were essential for their correct function
and safety. These could be hazardous
to human health and to the environment
if disposed of with your domestic waste
or if handled incorrectly. Please do not,
therefore, dispose of your old appliance
with your household waste.

Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre for electrical and electronic
appliances. You are also responsible for
deleting any personal data that may be
stored on the appliance prior to
disposal. Please ensure that your old
appliance poses no risk to children
while being stored prior to disposal.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 It is essential to read these instructions.

This washer-dryer complies with all current local and national
safety requirements. However, inappropriate use can lead to
personal injury and damage to property.

It is essential to read the operating instructions before using the
washer-dryer for the first time. They contain important information
on the safety, use and maintenance of the washer-dryer. This will
help to prevent personal injury and damage to the appliance.

Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any
future owner.

Correct application

 This washer-dryer is intended for use in domestic households and

similar residential environments, by guests in hotel or motel rooms,
bed & breakfasts and other typical living quarters. This does not
include common/shared facilities or commercial facilities within
hotels, motels or bed & breakfasts.

 This washer-dryer is intended for the following applications only:

– washing textiles which have a care label stating that they are

washable.

– drying textiles which have been washed in water and have a care

label stating that they are suitable for tumble drying.

All other types of use are not permitted. Miele cannot be held liable
for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.

 The washer-dryer is not intended for outdoor use.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning its use by a person responsible
for their safety.

Safety with children

 Young children must be kept away from the washer-dryer unless

they are constantly supervised.

 Older children may only use the washer-dryer unsupervised if they

have been shown how to use it safely. Children must be able to
understand and recognise the possible dangers caused by incorrect
operation.

 Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the washer-

dryer unsupervised.

 Please supervise young children in the vicinity of the washer-

dryer. Never allow children to play with the appliance.

Technical safety

 Before installation check the washer-dryer for visible signs of

damage. Do not install or use a damaged appliance.

 Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the connection

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

 Do not connect the washer-dryer to the mains electricity supply

by a multi-socket adapter, extension lead or similar. These do not
guarantee the required safety of the machine (fire hazard due to the
risk of overheating).

 The electrical plug must be easily accessible after installation so

that the washer-dryer can be disconnected from the electricity
supply if necessary.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 The electrical safety of this appliance 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 essential that this standard safety requirement is observed and
regularly tested. If in any doubt, have the electrical installation
inspected by a qualified electrician.
Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

 Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the

user, for which the manufacturer cannot accept liability. Repairs
should only be carried out by a Miele authorised service technician,
otherwise any subsequent damage will not be covered by the
warranty.

 Please observe the instructions in “Installation and connection”

and “Technical data”.

 The washer-dryer is supplied with a special lamp to cope with

particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical
resistance, abrasion resistance, and vibration). This special lamp
must only be used for the purpose for which it is intended. It is not
suitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by
a Miele authorised technician or by Miele.

 In the event of a fault or for cleaning purposes, the washer-dryer

must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply. It is only
completely isolated from the electricity supply when:

– switched off at the wall socket and the power plug is withdrawn

from the socket

– the mains circuit breaker has been switched off, or

– the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is

applicable).

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Warning and Safety instructions

 The Miele water protection system protects from water damage

provided the following conditions are met:

– The machine is correctly plumbed in and connected to the

electricity supply.

– If a fault or damage has been identified, the washer-dryer must be

repaired by a competent person before further use.

 The water flow pressure must be at least 100kPa and must not

exceed 1000kPa.

 The machine must only be connected to the on-site water supply

using a new hose kit. Old hose kits must not be re-used. Check the
condition of the hoses regularly so that you can replace them in
good time and avoid the risk of any water damage.

 Faulty components must only be replaced by Miele original spare

parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety standards of the appliance
when Miele replacement parts are used.

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

Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from danger.

 This washer-dryer must not be operated in mobile installations

(e.g. on a ship).

 Do not make any alterations to the washer-dryer, unless

authorised to do so by Miele.

 Reliable and safe operation of this washer-dryer can only be

assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.

 In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or

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

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Warning and Safety instructions

Correct use

Warning: Risk of fire / Flammable materials. To avoid the possible
danger of fire, please read these warnings carefully.

 Do not install the washer-dryer in rooms that are subject to frost.

Frozen hoses may burst or split, and the reliability of the electronic
control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point.

 Before using the machine for the first time, check that the transit

bars at the rear of the appliance have been removed (see
“Installation and connection - Removing the transit bars”). During the
spin cycle, a transit bar which is still in place may result in damage to
the washer-dryer and adjacent furniture or appliances.

 Turn off the tap if the washer-dryer is to be left for a longer period

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

 Danger of flooding! If hooking the drain hose into a wash basin,

check that the water can drain away fast enough to prevent the sink
from overflowing. Secure the drain hose against slipping. The force
of the water flowing out of the hose can dislodge it.

 Make sure that no foreign objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins, paper

clips) find their way into the machine with the laundry. These may
damage components of the machine (e.g. suds container, drum).
Damaged components can, in turn, result in damage to the laundry.

 Take care to remove any detergent dispensing aids (e.g. detergent

balls) before drying the laundry. These can melt during the drying
programme and cause damage to the machine and the laundry.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 Caution! The metal cap is hot after drying. Open the door wide

after drying. Do not touch the metal cap located on the inside of the
door glass. Danger of burning!

 Fabric softener and similar products must be used according to

the instructions on the manufacturer's packaging.

 If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the washer-dryer

should not need to be descaled. If, however, you do wish to descale
your washer-dryer, only use special non-corrosive descaling agents.
These are available from Miele. Strictly observe the instructions on
the packaging.

 To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles 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 are still soiled with grease, oil or other deposits (such
as cooking oils, cosmetics, lotions etc). If items have not been
thoroughly cleaned, there is a danger that they might ignite when
heated, even after they have been removed from the dryer at the
end of the programme.

– Items that have been soiled with flammable substances such as

cooking oil, acetone, petrol, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine,
waxes, wax removers and 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.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must never 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.

– Fabrics which contain padding or fillings (e.g. pillows, jackets). If

these were damaged the filling could come out with the risk of
igniting in the dryer.

 Only use dyes specified by the manufacturer as being suitable for

use in a domestic washer-dryer, and only use them in domestic
quantities. Always observe the manufacturer's instructions carefully.

 Dye removers contain sulphur compounds which can cause

damage such as corrosion. Do not use dye removers in this washer­dryer.

 In many programmes, the heating 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 reduces the risk of the laundry self­igniting). The programme is not finished until after the cooling down
phase. It is advisable to remove all laundry as soon as the
programme has finished.

 Do not switch the washer-dryer off before the end of the drying

programme, unless all items are removed immediately and spread
out to cool down.

 Fabrics that have been pre-treated in solvent-based cleaning

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

 Fluff must not be allowed to accumulate in and around the tumble

dryer.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 Oil-affected items can ignite spontaneously, especially when

exposed to heat sources such as in a tumble dryer. The items
become warm, causing an oxidation reaction in the oil. Oxidation
creates heat. If the heat cannot escape, the items can become hot
enough to catch fire. Piling, stacking or storing oil-affected items can
prevent heat from escaping and so create a fire hazard.

 If it is unavoidable that fabrics contaminated with vegetable or

cooking oil, or hair care products, be placed in a tumble dryer, they
should first be washed in hot water with extra detergent - this will
reduce, but not eliminate, the hazard.

 Remove all items from pockets (e.g. lighters, matches).
 Never use solvent based cleaning agents (e.g. one containing

benzine) in this washer-dryer. This may result in damage to
component parts and create toxic fumes. Risk of fire and explosion!

 If detergent has come into contact with the eyes, rinse out

immediately with plenty of lukewarm water. If detergent has
accidentally been ingested seek medical advice immediately. People
with damaged or sensitive skin should avoid contact with the
detergent.

 The maximum dry laundry weight is 8.0 kg for washing and 5.0 kg

for drying. See the “Programme chart” for the maximum
recommended loads for individual programmes.

 Be careful when opening the door following use of the steam

function. There is a danger of burning due to escaping steam and
the high temperature of the surface of the drum as well as the
porthole glass. Stand back away from the machine and wait until the
steam has dissipated.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Accessories

 Only use genuine Miele spare parts and accessories with this

machine. Using spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers
will invalidate the warranty, and Miele cannot accept liability.

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

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Operating the washer-dryer

Control panel

a

Display with sensors

See the next page for more

information.

b

Start/Stop button

For starting the selected programme

and cancelling a programme once it

has started.

c

Temperature button

For selecting the temperature.

d

Spin speed button

For selecting the spin speed.

e

Drying level button

For selecting the drying level.

f

Detergent dispenser button

For selecting automatic detergent

dispensing and CapDosing.

g

Options buttons

Various options can be added to the
programmes.

h

Programme selector

For selecting washing and drying
programmes.

i

Optical interface

For service technicians.

j

 button
For switching the washer-dryer on
and off. The washer-dryer switches
off automatically to save energy. This
occurs 15 minutes after the end of
the programme/anti-crease phase, or
after being switched on if no further
selection is made.

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Operating the washer-dryer

2:59 60°C 1600

1:30 1600Normal

Display with sensors

k

Sensor 
Scrolls down the selection list to the
next option or decreases a value.

l

OK sensor

Confirms the programme selected, a
value set or opens a sub-menu.

m

Sensor 
Scrolls up the selection list to the
next option or increases a value.

n

Washing sensor

For selecting the washing function

o

Drying sensor

For selecting the drying function

p

Delay start sensor

For selecting Delay start

Standard display

The standard display for a wash
programme shows the following values
from left to right:

– the programme duration

– the selected wash temperature

– the selected spin speed

The standard display for a drying
programme shows the following values
from left to right:

– the programme duration

– the drying level selected (only briefly)

– the spin speed selected for the

thermospin (if applicable for the
programme being used)

The standard display of a continuous
programme for washing followed by
drying shows the following:

– the programme duration

– the drying level selected (only briefly)

– the selected wash temperature

– the selected spin speed
Useful tip: The illuminated  and 

arrow sensors can be used to see the
drying level selected.

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Operating the washer-dryer

Language 



Cap



 

Start in h00:00

Examples on how to operate the appliance

Scrolling through a list

The  arrows in the display indicate that
a selection is available:

Touching the  sensor scrolls down the
list to the next option and touching the
 sensor scrolls up the list to the next
option. The OK sensor is used to
activate the option shown in the display.

Identifying the selected option

An option which has been activated will
have a tick  next to it.

Setting numerical values

The numerical value is highlighted in
white. Touching the  sensor
decreases the value and touching the 
sensor increases it. The OK sensor is
used to activate the value shown in the
display.

Applications

You can use this washer-dryer to:

– wash separately

Maximum load (depending on
programme) 8.0 kg

– dry separately

Maximum load (depending on
programme) 5.0 kg

or

– wash and dry in a continuous

sequence

Maximum load (depending on
programme) 5.0 kg.

Leaving a submenu

Select Back  to exit a submenu.

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Before the first use

Remove the detergent cartridges and the drain hose elbow from the drum

Two detergent cartridges for automatic
detergent dispensing and an elbow
piece for the drain hose are stored in
the drum.

 Reach under the door grip and pull

the door open.

 Take the two cartridges and the

elbow piece out of the drum.

Inserting detergent cartridges

The detergent cartridges are the
components of the Miele 2 Phase
System which consists of:

1. UltraPhase 1 (base detergent)

2. UltraPhase 2 (detergent enhancer)

The detergent cartridges are
disposable products. New detergent
cartridges can be obtained from the
Miele online shop or directly from
Miele (see the end of this booklet for
details). Empty cartridges should be
disposed of via your local recycling
system.

 Shut the door with a gentle swing.

 Remove the stoppers from the

detergent cartridges.

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Before the first use

 Press the TwinDos access panel.

The panel will spring open.

 Open the panel.

 Push the UltraPhase1 cartridge into

compartment1 and the
UltraPhase2 cartridge into
compartment2 until they lock into

position.

 Close the panel.

The TwinDos system is now ready for
use.

Removing the protective foil and stickers

 Please remove

– the protective foil from the door.

– any stickers from the front and the lid

(Exception: warning labels must not
be removed).

 Please do not remove any labels

(e.g. the data plate) which are visible
when you open the door.

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Before the first use

deutsch 

 Before using the washer-dryer

for the first time, ensure that it is
correctly installed and connected.
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.

Switch the washer-dryer on

 Press the  button.

The welcome screen will light up.

Setting the language

You are requested to set the display
language. It is possible to change the
language at any time via the settings
menu.

 Touch the  or  sensor until the

language you want appears in the
display.

Miele@home

The display indicates that this washer­dryer can be connected to the
Miele@home system via a
communication module (only available
in selected countries).

 Confirm the message with the OK

sensor.

Removing the transit bars

A reminder to remove the transit bars
will appear in the display.

 Failure to remove the transit bars

can result in damage to the washer­dryer and to adjacent cabinetry or
appliances.

Remove the transit bars as described
in “Installation and connection”.

 Confirm that the transit bars have

been removed with the OKsensor.

 Confirm your selection of the

language by touching the OK sensor.

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Before the first use

1:55 90°C 1600

Start the calibration programme

The following message appears in the
display:

Open  and start Cottons 90°C without

laundry

 Touch the sensor repeatedly until

you have read all the rows of text.

The OK sensor will light up.
 Confirm the message with the

OKsensor.

It is important to calibrate the machine
to ensure optimum water and energy
usage, as well as optimum washing
and drying results.

To do this, the Cottons 90°C
programme must be run without
laundry and without detergent.

No other programmes can be started
until calibration has been carried out.

 Turn on the tap.
 Turn the programme selector to

Cottons.

Do not change any other programme
settings.

At the end of the programme the
following message will appear in the
display:

Set-up completed

 Reach under the door grip and pull

the door open.

 Switch the washer-dryer off with the

 button.

For safety reasons close the door
when the washer-dryer is not in use.
Otherwise there is a danger of objects
being placed inadvertently in the
drum. If these remain unnoticed and
were washed or dried in the next load,
they could damage the laundry. An
open door is also a danger to pets and
children.

 Press the Start/Stop button.

The calibration programme will start.

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TwinDos

The washer-dryer has an integrated
detergent dispensing unit.

The detergent dispensing unit can be
used:

1. with the Miele 2 Phase System

or

2. with conventional liquid detergent

and/or fabric softener

The Miele 2 Phase System

The Miele 2 Phase System uses a base
detergent (UltraPhase1) and a
detergent enhancer (UltraPhase2). For
the best washing result, these two
agents are dispensed at separate times
during the washing process. The 2
Phase System cleans both white and
coloured textiles thoroughly. UltraPhase
1 and UltraPhase 2 are available in
disposable cartridges via the Miele
online shop or from Miele. Empty
cartridges should be disposed of via
your local recycling system.

Liquid detergent/Fabric softener

Refillable TwinDos containers are
required for liquid detergent and/or
fabric softener. These are available to
order from Miele or online at
shop.miele.com (see the end of this
booklet for details).

How TwinDos works

Automatic detergent dispensing for a
wash cycle is activated via the TwinDos
button.

The washer-dryer is delivered pre-set
for the Miele 2 Phase system for
hardness range I ().

The settings only need to be changed
if you wish to use a different detergent
or if the water hardness is different.
See “Settings - TwinDos” for more
detailed information.

Automatic dispensing cannot be
selected with some programmes,
depending on the detergent present in
the TwinDos system. For example,
automatic dispensing cannot be
activated for the Woollens programme if
the Miele2Phase system is being
used. This prevents woollen garments
from being damaged by a detergent
which is not suitable for washing wool.

Do not fill the containers with any
specialist detergents. Use cap
dosing or the detergent dispenser
drawer for these.

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Environmentally friendly washing and drying

Energy and water consumption

– Load the maximum amount for the

programme you are using. The energy
and water consumption will then be
the lowest in relation to the size of the
load.

– Use the Express programme for

small, lightly soiled loads.

– When smaller amounts of laundry are

washed, the automatic load
recognition system will reduce the
amount of water and energy used.

– Modern detergents make it possible

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

– To maintain the hygiene of the

machine, carry out a hot wash (above
60°C) at regular intervals. The
message Hygiene info will appear in
the display to remind you to carry out
a hot wash.

Detergent

– For precise dispensing, use

automatic detergent dispensing.

– Adjust the dosage to the degree of

soiling of the laundry.

– Do not exceed the amounts of

detergent recommended by the
manufacturer on the packaging.

When drying the laundry in the tumble dryer

To save energy when tumble drying,
select the highest possible spin speed
for the wash programme and for the
thermospin.

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Washing

1. Preparing the laundry

 Empty all pockets.

 Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins,

paper clips etc.) can cause damage
to fabrics and to components in the
machine.

Check the laundry before washing
and remove any foreign objects.

Sorting the laundry

 Sort the laundry by colour and by

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

Useful tip: Dark textiles often contain
excess dye and should be washed
separately several times before being
included in a mixed load. Wash light
and dark coloured items separately.

Pre-treating stains

 Badly soiled areas and stains 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.

Useful tip: Stains (e.g. blood, egg,
coffee, tea) can be pre-treated using
some handy tricks which can be found
in the Miele guide to laundry care.
Please contact Miele to obtain a copy
of this booklet.

 Solvent-based cleaners (e.g. one

containing benzine) can damage
plastic parts.

When pre-treating garments, make
sure that any plastic parts (e.g.
buttons) do not come into contact
with cleaning agent.

 Do not use chemical (solvent-

based) cleaning agents in or on this
washer-dryer. They can cause severe
damage to the machine.

General tips

– Curtains: Remove lead weights first

or place in a laundry bag.

– Remove or sew in any loose

underwiring in bras or shirt collar
stiffeners.

– Close any zips, attach velcro

fasteners, fasten hooks and eyes etc.
before washing.

– Wash light and coloured items

separately.

– Fasten duvet covers and pillow cases

to prevent small items from being
rolled up inside them.

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

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Washing

Denim



2. Selecting a programme

Switch the washer-dryer on

In order for the load display to function
correctly, the drum must be empty
before the washer-dryer is switched
on.

 Press the  button.

The interior drum lighting will come on.

The drum lighting will go out
automatically after five minutes.

Selecting a programme

– with the programme selector

 Turn the programme selector to the

required programme.

– with the programme selector set to

the “Further programmes” position

 Turn the programme selector to the

Further programmes setting.

The following appears in the display:

 Touch the  or  sensor until the

programme you want appears in the
display.

 Confirm the programme with the OK

sensor.

The maximum load for the programme
selected will appear in the display. This
will then be replaced by the standard
display.

The maximum load for the programme
selected will appear in the display. This
will then be replaced by the standard
display.

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

Washing

Load <25%

3. Loading the drum

Opening the door

 Reach under the door grip and pull

the door open.

The load display will appear.

The display shows, in 25% steps, the
amount of laundry loaded in the drum
as a percentage of the maximum load
permissible for the programme
selected.

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

Closing the door

 Make sure that no items are caught

between the door and the seal.

Check the drum for pets or foreign
objects before loading it with
laundry.

 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.

 Shut the door with a gentle swing.

The display will ask you to enter the
degree of soiling of the laundry.

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Washing

Normal

Dosage 100%

4. Selecting programme settings

Selecting the degree of soiling

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

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

Heavily soiled
Stains and soiling clearly visible.

The following appears in the display:

 Select the degree of soiling with the

 or  sensor and confirm with OK.

The dosage display will appear.

The following parameters will change
depending on the degree of soiling
selected:

 Confirm with OK.

The dosage will not be displayed if
TwinDos or CapDosing have been
selected.

Useful tip: The value given in the
detergent dosage display should be
observed if you are dispensing
detergent via the detergent dispenser
drawer.

– the detergent dosage

– the rinse water level

– with light soiling the programme

duration will be reduced.

– with heavy soiling, a pre-wash will be

carried out automatically with some
programmes.

Useful tip: You can alter the default
setting for the degree of soiling or
switch off the degree of soiling query in
Settings (see “Settings - Degree of
soiling”).

Confirm the detergent dosage display

The following appears in the display:

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Washing

Temperature °C60

Spin speed rpm1600

Selecting the temperature

You can alter the preset temperature
of a wash programme.

 Press the Temperature button.

The following will appear in the display:

 Set the temperature you want with

the  and  sensors and confirm
your selection with the OK sensor.

Selecting the spin speed

You can alter the preset spin speed of
a wash programme.

 Press the Spin speed button.

The following will appear in the display:

 Set the spin speed you want with the

 and  sensors and confirm your
selection with the OK sensor.

Selecting options

You can select options to augment the
wash programmes.

 Use the ProgrammeManager, Stains

or Further options buttons for
selecting the options you want.

The indicator light in the button will
come on.

You can only select options which are
compatible with the wash programme
being used (see “Washing - Options”).

Selecting Delay start

You can use Delay start to set the start
time for a programme.

 Select a delay start time if required.

Please see “Delay start” for more
information.

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Washing

For white items

Both agents

5. Adding detergent

Detergent can be dispensed via
TwinDos, via the detergent dispenser
drawer or with Caps.

 TwinDos

When you use TwinDos for the first
time, the display will show information
about the factory default settings for
TwinDos. The following will appear in
the display:

Parameters for UltraPhase 1+2 set at
factory. Changeable in "Settings"/
"TwinDos"

 Touch the sensor repeatedly until

you have read all the rows of text.

 Confirm the information with the OK

sensor.

Miele 2 Phase System

UltraPhase1 and UltraPhase2 need to
be dispensed in different ratios
depending on the colour mix of the
laundry load.

 Press the TwinDos button.

Liquid detergent/Fabric softener

It is possible to use other types of liquid
detergent/fabric softener. Refillable
TwinDos containers (optional
accessories) are required for this.

The washer-dryer's electronic settings
need to be adjusted accordingly. See
“Settings - TwinDos”.

 Press the TwinDos button.

The most suitable agent will appear in
the display with a tick () beside it. If
both the agents present in the
containers are suitable (e.g. detergent
for coloured items and fabric softener),
then both agents will be selected.

 Confirm or change the selection.

Detergent and/or fabric softener will
now be dispensed in accordance with
the wash cycle.

Adding stain remover

There are two options for adding stain
remover in addition to using the
automatic dispensing system:

 Use the andsensors to select

the colour mix of the laundry and
confirm with the OKsensor.

UltraPhase1 and UltraPhase2 will be
dispensed accordingly.

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– Use the Booster cap.
– Add the stain remover to the 

compartment.

Washing

 Detergent dispenser drawer

Add detergent in accordance with the
value in the dosage display.

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

40% = Add slightly less than half

the amount recommended

50% = Add half the amount

recommended

60% = Add slightly more than half

the amount recommended

75% = Add three quarters of the

amount recommended

100% = Add the full amount

recommended

Please also observe your water
hardness level and the maximum load
for the programme you have selected.

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 the

laundry.

– limescale deposits on the heater

elements.

Too much detergent results in:

– excessive foam which causes a low

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

– high water consumption (an

additional rinse cycle will
automatically switch in).

– a greater burden to the environment.

Filling with detergent

 Pull out the detergent drawer and add

detergent to the compartments.



Detergent for the pre-wash (divide the
total recommended amount as follows:
⅓ to compartment and ⅔ to
compartment)



Detergent for the main wash, including
Soak if selected

/
Fabric softener, liquid starch or
capsules

See “Washing - Detergent” for further
information about detergents and how
much to dispense.

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Washing

Cap





 CapDosing

Three different types of capsule are
available:

 = Fabric care (e.g. fabric

softener)

 = Additives (e.g. detergent

enhancer)

 = Detergent (for the main wash

only)

Each capsule contains the correct
amount for one wash cycle.

Caps are available to order from Miele
or from the Miele online shop (see the
end of this booklet for contact details).

 Keep capsules out of the reach

of children.

Activating CapDosing

 Press the Cap button .

Inserting a capsule

 Open the detergent dispenser drawer.

 Open the lid of the /

compartment.

The first type of capsule which can be
selected for the programme will appear
in the display.

 Select the type of cap you want with

the  and  sensors and confirm
your selection with the OK sensor.

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 Press the capsule in firmly.

 Close the lid and press it firmly shut.
 Close the detergent dispenser

drawer.

The capsule is opened by the act of
inserting it in the detergent dispenser
drawer. The contents can run out of
the capsule if you then remove it
from the drawer before it is used.

In this case, dispose of the capsule
and do not re-use it.

Washing

 Remove the empty capsule at the

end of the programme.

For technical reasons a small amount
of water will remain in the capsule.

Deactivating/changing CapDosing

 Press the Cap  button and follow

the instructions in the display.

The wash programme will dispense the
contents of the capsule at the correct
time.

Water intake to the  compartment
is solely via the capsule.

When using capsules do not add
fabric softener to the
compartment.

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Washing



1:39Main wash

h



Anti-crease/Finish



Press Start/Stop

6. Starting the programme

 Press the flashing Start/Stop button.
The door will lock ( will appear in the

display) and the programme will start.

The programme status will appear in
the display.

The washer-dryer will keep you updated
on the programme status and the time
remaining for the programme to run.

If a Delay start time has been selected,
this will count down in the display until
the programme starts.

The drum lighting switches off once the
programme has started.

7. End of the programme

At the end of the programme, the drum
continues to turn at intervals for up to
30 min. The door is locked and the
following will appear alternately in the
display:

Items left in the drum could discolour
other items in the next wash or
become discoloured themselves.

Check that all items have been
removed from the drum.

 Check the folds in the door seal for

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

 Switch the washer-dryer off with the

 button.

 If applicable, remove the used

capsule from the detergent dispenser
drawer.

 Press the Start/Stop button.

The door will unlock.

The door unlocks automatically at the
end of the anti-crease phase.

 Pull open the door.
 Remove the laundry.

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Useful tip: Leave the detergent
dispenser drawer slightly open to allow
it to dry.

For safety reasons close the door
when the washer-dryer is not in use.
Otherwise there is a danger of objects
being placed inadvertently in the
drum. If these remain unnoticed and
were washed or dried in the next load,
they could damage the laundry. An
open door is also a danger to pets and
children.

Washing

Spin cycle

Programme rpm

Cottons 1600

Minimum iron 1200

Delicates 900

Woollens 1200*

Shirts 900

Automatic 1400

QuickPower 1600

Express 1200

Denim 900

Dark garments 1200

Outerwear 800

Proofing 1000

Sportswear 1200

Sport shoes 800

Silks 600*

Down Items 1200

Curtains 600

Pillows 1200

Cottons hygiene 1600

Drain/Spin 1600

Separate rinse/Starch 1600*

Final spin speed in the programme

When a programme is selected, the
optimum spin speed for this wash
programme is shown in the display. For
programmes marked with a * in the
chart, the optimum spin speed
recommended in the display is not the
maximum spin speed that can be
selected for that programme.

You can reduce the final spin speed or,
depending on the programme, increase
it. However, you cannot select a final
spin speed higher than that shown in
the chart.

Rinse and interim spin

There is a spin cycle after the main
wash and between the rinses. A
reduction in the final spin speed will
also reduce the interim spin speed. If a
spin speed of less than 700 rpm is
selected for the Cottons programme, an
additional rinse is carried out.

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Washing

Omitting the final spin (Rinse hold)

 Use the Spin speed button to select

the  (Rinse hold) setting.

The laundry is not spun after the final
rinse and remains in the rinse water.
This helps prevent creasing if the
laundry is not going to be removed from
the drum immediately after the end of
the programme.

To start the final spin:
 Use the Spin speed button to select

the required spin speed and confirm
your choice withOK.

The laundry will be spun at the speed
you have set.

or
 Start the final spin with the Start/Stop

button.

The laundry will be spun at the
maximum spin speed for the selected
wash programme.

Omitting rinse and interim spin and the final spin

 Press the Spin speed button.
 Select the 0 rpm setting.

After the last rinse, the water will be
pumped away and the anti-crease
phase will switch on.

In some programmes an additional rinse
is introduced with this setting.

To end the programme:
 Use the Spin speed button to select

the 0 rpm setting (without spin) and
confirm your choice with OK.

The water will be pumped away.

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Washing

Programme chart

Cottons Cold to 90°C Max. load 8.0 kg

Items Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling,

underwear, T-shirts etc.

Notes The settings 60°/40°C differ from / as follows:

– Shorter programme durations

– Longer temperature holding times

– Higher energy consumption

Where a higher degree of cleanliness is required use the Cottons
hygiene programme.

Cottons  Max. load 8.0 kg

Items Normally soiled cotton garments.

Note These settings are the most efficient in terms of energy and water

consumption for washing cottons.

Energy labelling programme according to AS/NZS 2040.1 & AS/NZS 2040.2

Minimum iron Cold to 60°C Max. load 4.0 kg

Items Synthetic, mixed fibre and easy care cotton.

Note Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.

Delicates Cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Items Delicate garments made from synthetic fibre, mixed fibre, rayon and

viscose.

Note For items which crease easily, deselect the spin.

Woollens  Cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg

Items Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend fabric. If

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

Note Reduce the spin speed for items which crease easily.

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Washing

Shirts Cold to 60°C Max. load 1.0kg/2.0kg

Items Shirts and blouses made of cotton and mixed fibre.

Notes – Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary.

– Turn shirts and blouses inside out, do up buttons and turn collars

and cuffs inwards.

– Wash silk shirts and blouses in the Silks programme.

– If the pre-set Steam smoothing option is switched off, the capacity

is increased to 2.0kg.

Automatic Cold to 40°C Max. load 6.0 kg

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

programmes. Sort according to colour.

Note The wash parameters (e.g. water level, wash rhythm and spin speed)

are adjusted automatically in this programme to ensure the best
possible care and wash result for each item.

QuickPower 40°C to 60°C Max. load 5.0 kg

Items Moderately soiled garments which are also suitable for washing in

the Cottons programme.

Note A special saturation process and wash rhythm ensure that the

laundry is cleaned particularly quickly and thoroughly.

Express Cold to 40°C Max. load 3.5 kg

Items Cotton garments that have hardly been worn or are only very lightly

soiled.

Freshen up “Programme chart - Drying”

Steam care “Programme chart - Drying”

Warm air “Programme chart - Drying”

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Washing

Further programmes

Denim Cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Notes – Wash denim inside-out.

– Dark textiles often contain excess dye and should be washed

separately several times before being included in a mixed load.
Wash light and coloured items separately.

– Close any zips, do up buttons etc. before washing.

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

Items Black and dark items made of cotton or mixed fibres.

Note Wash inside out.

Outerwear Cold to 40°C Max. load 2.5 kg

Items Performance outerwear (e.g. jackets and trousers) made from

membrane fabrics such as Gore-Tex®, SYMPATEX®,
WINDSTOPPER® etc.

Notes – Zip up zips and close any Velcro fasteners before washing.

– Do not use fabric softener.

– If required, outerwear garments can also be re-proofed using the

Proofing program. Reproofing after each wash cycle is not
recommended.

Proofing 40°C Max. load 2.5 kg

Items Treating microfibre fabric, skiwear and table linen made from mainly

synthetic fibres to provide a water and dirt resistant finish.

Notes – The items should be freshly laundered and spun or dried before

proofing.

– For best results, the items should be heat-treated afterwards. This

can be achieved by drying them in the tumble dryer or ironing
them.

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Washing

Sportswear Cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Items Sportswear such as jersey shirts and leggings, and microfibre and

fleece garments.

Notes – Do not use fabric softener.

– Observe the instructions on the care label.

Sport shoes Cold to 40°C Max. 2 pairs

Items Sport shoes only (not leather shoes).

Notes – Do not use fabric softener.

– Coarse soiling should be brushed off first.

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

remove dust.

Silks  Cold to 30°C Max. load 1.0 kg

Items Silks and other handwashable fabrics with no wool content, e.g.

satin, lace and silk.

Note Place stockings and bras in a washing bag.

Down Items Cold to 60°C Max. load 2.5 kg

Items Jackets, sleeping bags, pillows and other down-filled items.

Notes – Remove air from the items before washing to prevent an excessive

build-up of foam. To do this, either push the items into a narrow
laundry bag to compress them or tie the items together with a
washable strap.

– Observe the instructions on the care label.

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Washing

Curtains Cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg

Items Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washable by

the manufacturer.

Notes – Select the Pre-wash option to remove dust.

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

deselect the spin.

– Remove weights from curtains.

Pillows Cold to 60°C 2 pillows (40 x 80 cm) or

1 pillow (80 x 80 cm)

Items Synthetic filled washable pillows.

Notes – Remove air from the items before washing to prevent an excessive

build-up of foam. To do this, either push the items into a narrow
laundry bag to compress them or tie the items together with a
washable strap.

– Observe the instructions on the care label.

Cottons hygiene 60°C to 90°C Max. load 8.0 kg

Items Cotton or linen with direct skin contact or for which special hygiene

requirements apply, e.g. underwear, bed linen, encasing products.

Note Observe the instructions on the care label.

Drain/Spin Max. load 8.0 kg

Notes – Drain only: Select 0 rpm for the spin speed.

– Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.

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Washing

Separate rinse/
Starch

Items – Hand washed items which only need rinsing.

– Table cloths, serviettes, and workwear which require starching.

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

– Laundry that is to be starched should be washed but not treated

with fabric softener.

– Items will be rinsed very effectively using two rinse cycles by

activating the Water plus option. When Water plus has been
selected, an additional rinse cycle must be activated, see
“Settings”.

Cool air Programme chart - Drying

Rinse out fluff  Rinse out fluff programme

Clean machine 75°C No load

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

Cleaning the washer-dryer will significantly reduce bacteria, mould and biofilm
and prevent the build-up of unpleasant odours.

Notes – Optimum results can be achieved by using the Miele dishwasher

and washing machine cleaner. Alternatively, a universal powder
detergent can be used.

Max. load 8.0 kg

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– Dispense the washing machine cleaner or universal detergent

directly in the drum.

– Do not load any laundry. The drum must be empty for this

machine maintenance wash.

Programme sequence

Main wash Rinsing Spin cycle

Water level Wash

rhythm

Cottons

Minimum iron

Delicates

Woollens

Shirts

Automatic

QuickPower

Express

Denim

Dark garments

Outerwear

Proofing –

Sportswear

Sport shoes

3)

Silks

Down Items

4)

Curtains

Pillows

4)

Cottons hygiene

Separate rinse/Starch – –

  
  
  

  
  

  
  
  

  
  

  

  
  

  
  

  
  
  

Water level Rinses

 



Washing

1)2)

2-4

2)

2-3

2)

2-3

2 
3 

2)

2-3

1 
1 

2)

2-3

2)

3-4

3 
1 
2 

2 
2 

3 
3 

3 

2)

2-3

5)

1-2

















Please see the next page for a description of the symbols.

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Washing

 = low water level
 = medium water level
 = high water level
 = intensive rhythm
 = normal rhythm
 = sensitive rhythm
 = ultra sensitive rhythm
 = handwash rhythm

 = carried out

– = not carried out

This washer-dryer 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.

The programme sequences outlined in
the chart are based on the basic
programme with a full load. Options are
not taken into account.

The washer-dryer's display continually
shows which stage of the programme
has been reached.

Special features in the programme sequence

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 and Silks
programme.
The drum door can be opened at any
time during the anti-crease phase.

1)

If a temperature of 60°C or higher is
selected, and with  and ,
two rinses are carried out. If a
temperature of less than 60°C is
selected, three rinses are carried out.

2)

An additional rinse is carried out if:

– there is too much foam in the drum

– a spin speed lower than 700rpm has

been selected.

– 0rpm (no spinning) has been

selected.

3)

Pre-rinse

: a pre-rinse is automatically

carried out to remove dust.

4)

Run-up to spin

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

5)

Extra rinse:

an extra rinse is carried
out when the Water plus option is
selected, if an extra rinse has been
activated as described in “Settings”.

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Washing

Cottons and Minimum iron

PowerWash 2.0, a washing technique
developed by Miele, is activated in the
Cottons programme with small and
medium-sized loads and in the
Minimum iron programme.

How it works

Conventional washing techniques wash
with more water than the laundry can
absorb. This total volume of water
needs to be heated.

The PowerWash 2.0 washing technique
only uses slightly more water than the
laundry can absorb. The water which
has not been absorbed by the laundry
heats up the drum and the laundry and
is sprayed into the laundry over and
over again. This reduces the amount of
energy used.

Activation

The washer-dryer calculates the load at
the beginning of the wash programme.
PowerWash 2.0 is activated if the
following conditions are present:

Special features

– Drenching phase

The washer-dryer will spin a few
times at the beginning of the
programme. During the spin cycle,
the water discharged is sprayed back
into the laundry in order to achieve
optimum moisture penetration.

The optimum water level is set at the
end of the drenching phase. If
necessary, the machine will pump
water away and take in a little more
fresh water.

– Noises during the heating phase

Unusual bubbling noises can occur
while the laundry and the drum are
being heated.

– Detergent

Dispense the correct amount of
detergent (with smaller loads).
For optimum detergent application,
use the TwinDos function.

– There is a small to medium-sized

laundry load in the Cottons
programme or in the Minimum iron
programme.

– The temperature selected does not

exceed 60°C.

– The final spin speed selected must

not be lower than 600rpm.

– CapDosing (, ) has not been

selected for the main wash.

With some options (e.g. Pre-wash,
Water plus) PowerWash 2.0 is not
activated.

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Washing

Short



Options

Further options are selected and
deselected with the

ProgrammeManager, Stains or Further
options buttons.

Example:
 Press the ProgrammeManager

button.

The following will appear in the display:

 Touch the  or  sensor until the

option you want appears in the
display.

 Confirm with the OK sensor.

The indicator light in the button will
come on.

Not all options can be selected with
every programme. See the table
“Options overview” on the following
pages for an overview.

ProgrammeManager

The ProgrammeManager can be used
to customise the wash programmes to
suit your requirements.

Short

For light soiling with no visible staining.
The duration of the main wash is
reduced.

Intensive

For hard-wearing laundry that is very
heavily soiled. Cleaning efficiency is
increased through more intense
mechanical action and the application
of more heat energy.

ECO

This option reduces energy
consumption whilst maintaining
cleaning efficiency. This is achieved by
increasing the wash duration and at the
same time reducing the wash
temperature selected.

Extra gentle

This option decreases mechanical
action in order to reduce creasing.

Extra quiet

This option reduces noise levels during
the wash programme. Use this if you
want to wash during quiet periods (for
instance when children are sleeping).
The machine will activate the “Rinse
hold” option and not spin. The
programme duration is longer.

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Washing

AllergoWash

This option should be used where high
standards of hygiene are required. More
energy is used to lengthen the
temperature holding times and more
water is used to increase rinsing
efficiency. The items must be suitable
for drying in a tumble dryer   and
suitable for ironing  .

Stains

In order to clean stained laundry more
effectively, you can choose between
different types of stains with some
programmes. The wash programme will
then adapt to the type of stain selected.
You can select one type of stain per
wash cycle.

With some stains, helpful information
will also appear in the display when
they are selected.

 Confirm the information with OK.

Further options

Steam smoothing

In order to reduce creasing, the laundry
undergoes a smoothing process at the
end of the programme. Reducing the
maximum load by 50% will give a better
result. For steam smoothing to work
properly there needs to be a certain
amount of residual moisture still present
in the laundry. The final spin speed is
therefore adjusted accordingly.

The garments must be suitable for
drying in a tumble dryer   and
suitable for ironing  .

Water plus

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

You can select by how much the water
level is increased (see “Settings - Water
plus level”).

Pre-wash

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

Soak

For heavily soiled and stained items
with protein stains.

A duration of between 30 minutes and 5
hours can be chosen for the soak
process in 30-minute increments. See
“Settings” for more information.

The factory default setting is 30
minutes.

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Washing

Options overview

ProgrammeManager Further options

Short

Intensive

ECO

Extra gentle

Extra quiet

AllergoWash

Steam

smoothing

Water plus

Pre-wash

Cottons          

Minimum iron          

Delicates          

Woollens – – – –  – – – – –

1)

Shirts      

Automatic          

QuickPower – – – – – –   – –

Express  – – –  –  – – –

Denim          

Dark garments          

Outerwear       –   

Proofing – – – –  – – – – –

Sportswear       –   

Sport shoes – – –   – –  – –

Silks – – – –  – – – – –

Down Items –      –   –

Curtains –         –

Pillows –      –   –

Cottons hygiene – – – –  –    

Separate rinse/
Starch

– – – –  – –  – –



  

Soak

 can be selected – cannot be selected

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1)

can be deselected

Washing

Detergent

Any detergent suitable for automatic
front loading washing machines can be
used with this appliance. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions and dosage
recommendations on the packaging.

Detergent dispensing aids

Use dispensing aids (e.g. balls) if these
are supplied with the detergent,
particularly when using liquid detergent.

The amount to dispense will depend on:

– the amount of soiling in the laundry

– the amount of laundry

– the water hardness level

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

Definition of the soiling level

– Lightly soiled

No visible dirt or stains. Possibly
slight body odour.

Water softeners

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

You can then use the recommended
amount of detergent for water hardness
level I.

Water hardness levels

Hardness

range

Soft (I) 0 – 1.5 0 – 8.4

Medium (II) 1.5 – 2.5 8.4 – 14

Hard (III) above 2.5 above 14

Hardness level

in mmol/l

German scale

in °d

Refill packs of detergent

When purchasing detergent, buy refill
packs wherever possible. This helps
reduce the amount of waste packaging.

– Normally soiled

Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight
stains.

– Heavily soiled

Stains and soiling clearly visible.

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Washing

Miele detergents

Miele detergents and care products have been specially designed for Miele
machines. They are available to order from the online shop (depending on country)
or from Miele.

Miele

UltraPhase 1/2

Cottons  –  
Minimum iron  –  
Delicates  –  –
Woollens –  – –
Shirts  –  
Automatic  –  
QuickPower  – – –
Express  –  –
Denim  –  –
Dark garments  –  –
Outerwear – – – 

Proofing – – – –
Sportswear –  – –
Sport shoes –  – –
Silks –  – –
Down Items –  – –
Curtains  – – 
Pillows  – – –
Cottons hygiene  –  

Separate rinse/
Starch

–/– –/– /– –/–

Miele

Cap 

Miele

Cap 

Miele

Cap 

 Recommended  Sportswear  SilkCare

– Not recommended  Down Items  Fabric softener

 WoolCare  Booster

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Washing

Recommended detergents

The recommendations apply to the temperature ranges given in the section
“Washing” in the Programme chart.

Universal Colour Delicates

Special

and woollens

Detergent

Cottons   – –
Minimum iron –  – –
Delicates – –  –
Woollens – –  
Shirts   – –
Automatic –  – –
QuickPower   – –

1)

Express –

Denim –

Dark garments –







– –

1)

1)

– –

– –

Outerwear – –  
Sportswear – –  

1)

Sport shoes –



– –

Silks – – – 

1)

Down Items – –

2)

Curtains



Pillows – –

2)

Cottons hygiene



– – –

– – –







1)



Starch – – – 

 Recommended

– Not recommended

1)

Liquid detergent

2)

Powder detergent

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Washing

Dispensing fabric softener and liquid starch at the end of the programme

Fabric softeners
make garments soft to handle and help
prevent static cling when tumble drying.

You can dispense fabric softener either
by using automatic dispensing or via
the detergent dispenser compartment.

Liquid starch
is synthetic and provides good stiffness
to fabric.

Starch
stiffens and gives body to fabric.

Automatic dispensing

One of the automatic dispensing
containers must be filled with fabric
softener.

 Press the TwinDos button.
 Activate the appropriate container.

Fabric softener will be dispensed in the
last rinse.

Manual dispensing

 Add the fabric softener or liquid

starch to the  compartment or
insert the appropriate capsule. Do

not exceed the maximum level
mark.

It will be automatically dispensed in the
final rinse. At the end of the programme
a small amount of water remains in the
fabric softener  compartment.

If starching frequently, thoroughly
clean the dispenser compartment,
especially the siphon tube, regularly.

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Washing

Cap



 

Adding fabric softener or liquid starch separately

Prepare the starch in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions on the
packaging.

Useful tip: When adding fabric softener
to a second rinse cycle, select the
Water plus option. When Water plus has
been selected, an additional rinse cycle
must be activated, see “Settings”.

 Add fabric softener to the 

compartment or insert the
appropriate capsule.

 Add liquid starch to the 

compartment and powder or viscous
starch to the  compartment.

 Select the Separate rinse/Starch

programme.

 Change the spin speed if necessary.
 If you are using a Cap press theCap

 button and activate CapDosing
with OK.

Colour run and dye removers/dyes

 Colour run and dye removers

can cause corrosion in the washer­dryer.

Do not use colour run or dye
removers in this washer-dryer.

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 use dye
frequently. Always observe the
manufacturer's instructions carefully.

 When dying fabric in the washer-

dryer it is essential to select the
Water plus option.

 Press the Start/Stop button.

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Drying

Separate drying

The separate drying programme
should be run 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.

1. Preparing the laundry

Sorting the laundry

 Sort the laundry according to type of

fibre/weave, size, garment care label
symbol, and the drying level required.

This will help you to achieve an even
drying result.

 Before drying, check the drying

symbol on the care label.

If there is no care label, the article
should only be tumble dried in a
programme specially designed for it.

Tips on drying

– Do not load the drum with items that

are still soaking wet. Spin the laundry
for at least 30 seconds after washing.

– Woollens and wool blends are

susceptible to becoming matted or
shrinking. Only use the Woollens
programme for these textiles.

– Loopknit garments (e.g. T-Shirts,

underwear) have a tendency to shrink
after the first wash. Do not overdry
these fabrics to prevent further
shrinking. When buying loopknit
garments, it is advisable to take their
shrinkage potential into account.

– Starched laundry can be tumble

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

– New dark coloured garments should

be washed and dried separately from
light coloured garments. Their colour
might run and discolour other
garments, and dark coloured fibres
can settle on light coloured garments
and vice versa.

– Observe the maximum loads given

for the drying programmes in the
Programme chart.
The drying result and amount of
creasing depend on the size of the
load. The smaller the load in the dryer
the better the result. Therefore, if you
reduce the load, you will achieve a
more even drying result with less
creasing.

– Pure linen should only be tumble

dried if it is specified as suitable on
the care label. The surface of the
fabric may otherwise become rough.

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Drying

Denim



2. Selecting a programme

Switch the washer-dryer on

 Press the  button.

The interior drum lighting will come on.

The drum lighting will go out
automatically after five minutes.

Selecting a programme

- with the programme selector

 Turn the programme selector to the

required programme.

The maximum load for the drying
programme selected will appear in the
display. This will then be replaced by
the standard display.

- with the programme selector turned to the “Further programmes” position

 Turn the programme selector to the

Further programmes setting.

The following appears in the display:

 Touch the  or  sensor until the

programme you want appears in the
display.

 Confirm the programme with the OK

sensor.

The maximum load for the drying
programme selected will appear in the
display. This will then be replaced by
the standard display.

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Drying

Selecting drying

 Touch theWashing and Drying sensor

until just theDrying indicator light
remains on.

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

The maximum load for the drying
programme selected will appear in the
display (dry laundry weight). This will
then be replaced by the standard
display.

3. Loading the drum

Opening the door

 Reach under the door grip and pull

the door open.

Check the drum for pets or foreign
objects before loading it with
laundry.

 Load the laundry loosely in the drum.

Overloading places a strain on the
textiles and affects drying results.

Observe the maximum loads listed in
the Programme chart.

Closing the door

 Make sure that no items are caught

between the door and the seal.

 Shut the door with a gentle swing.

Detergent dispensing aids, e.g.
plastic dispenser balls, can melt
during the drying programme and
cause damage to the machine and
the laundry.

These dispensing aids must be
removed from the laundry before
drying.

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The mains water tap must be kept
open for drying.

Drying

Normal

Spin speed rpm1600

4. Selecting programme settings

Select the drying level

The pre-set drying level for a
programme can be changed if
required.

 Press the Drying level button.

The following will appear in the display:

 Select the drying level you want with

the  and  sensors and confirm
your selection with the OK sensor.

Selecting thermospin

The pre-set spin speed for the
thermospin can be changed if
required.

 Press the Spin speed button.

The following will appear in the display:

Selecting options

You can select options to augment
drying programmes.

 Select the option you want using

either the ProgrammeManager or the
Further options button.

The indicator light in the button will
come on.

You can only select options which are
compatible with the drying programme
being used (see “Drying - Options”).

Selecting Delay start

 Set the spin speed you want with the

 and  sensors and confirm your
selection with the OK sensor.

Thermospin is not carried out if timed
drying is selected.

You can use Delay start to set the start
time for a programme.

 Select a delay start time if required.

Please see “Delay start” for more
information.

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Drying



2:15Drying

h



Anti-crease/Finish



Press Start/Stop

5. Starting the programme

 Press the flashing Start/Stop button.
The door will lock ( will appear in the

display) and the programme will start.

The programme status will appear in
the display.

The washer-dryer will keep you updated
on the programme status and the time
remaining for the programme to run.

If a Delay start time has been selected,
this will count down in the display until
the programme starts.

The drum lighting switches off once the
programme has started.

6. End of the programme

At the end of the programme, the drum
continues to turn at intervals for up to
150 min. The door is locked and the
following will appear alternately in the
display:

 Press the Start/Stop button.

The door will unlock.

If you have unloaded the drum
during the anti-crease phase make
sure you spread out the laundry to
allow it to cool down.

The door unlocks automatically at the
end of the anti-crease phase.

 Pull open the door.
 Remove the laundry.

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Items left in the dryer could be
damaged by overdrying when the
dryer is used the next time.

Check that all items have been
removed from the drum.

 Switch the washer-dryer off.

See “After each washing or drying
programme” in “Washing and
Drying”.

Drying

Programme chart

Cottons Max. load 5.0 kg*

Extra dry, Normal+, Normal

Items Single and multi-layered cotton fabric such as towelling, T-shirts,

underwear, baby clothes, workwear, jackets, covers, aprons, gowns,
flannelette bed linen, towels and bath robes.

Notes – Do not use Extra dry for jersey fabrics (e.g. T-shirts, underwear), as

they have a tendency to shrink.

– Select Extra dry for multi-layered and very thick fabrics.

Hand iron , Hand iron , Machine iron, Smoothing1, Timed drying

Items Cotton or linen fabric requiring further processing, e.g.: table linen,

bed linen, starched laundry.

Note Roll up laundry that you want to machine iron to prevent it from

drying out, until you are ready for ironing.

Minimum iron Max. load 4.0 kg*

Normal+, Normal, Hand iron, Smoothing1, Timed drying

2

Items Minimum iron items made of cotton, synthetic or mixed fibre, e.g.:

tops, dresses, shirts, blouses, skirts, trousers, socks and table linen.

Delicates Max. load 1.5 kg*

Normal, Hand iron, Timed drying

2

2

Items Delicate items with the  symbol on the care label made of

synthetic fibres, easy care cotton or blended fabric, e.g. shirts,
blouses, lingerie and evening wear with sequins and beading.

Note Reducing the load will reduce creasing.

* Weight of dry laundry

1, 2

See the following pages

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Drying

Woollens Max. load 1.0 kg*

3 min

Items Woollen garments and fabric containing wool blends, e.g. pullovers,

cardigans, stockings.

Note – Wool and wool blend fabrics and woollen garments are only fluffed

up, they are not dried completely.

– Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished.

Shirts Max. load 1.0 kg*

Normal+, Normal, Hand iron, Smoothing1, Timed drying

Items Shirts and blouses.

Notes – Turn shirts and blouses inside out, do up buttons and turn collars

and cuffs inwards.

– The laundry is dampened before the programme starts to help

reduce creasing.

Automatic Max. load 4.0 kg*

Normal+, Normal, Hand iron, Smoothing1, Timed drying

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

programmes.

QuickPower Max. load 5.0 kg*

2

2

Extra dry, Normal+, Normal, Hand iron, Hand iron, Machine iron, Smoothing1,

Timed drying

2

Items Garments suitable for the Cottons programme.

Note The programme duration is particularly short when washing and

drying normally soiled laundry in a continuous sequence.

* Weight of dry laundry

1, 2

See the following pages

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Drying

Express Max. load 3.5 kg*

Extra dry, Normal+, Normal, Hand iron, Hand iron, Machine iron, Smoothing1,

Timed drying

2

Items Garments suitable for the Cottons programme.

Note The programme duration is particularly short when washing and

drying lightly soiled laundry in a continuous sequence.

Freshen up Max. load 1.0 kg*

Normal, Hand iron, Timed drying

2

Items Clean dry garments and garments that have been worn briefly and

are not soiled.

Note The laundry is dampened before the programme starts to help

reduce creasing.

– Normal: for garments that are required immediately.
– Hand iron : for garments that are to be ironed or hung out to dry

completely on a coat hanger.

Note Creasing increases the larger the load and the longer the drying

time.

Steam care Max. load 2.0 kg*

Hand iron, Hand iron, Timed drying

2

Items Reduces the amount of creasing in damp, freshly washed and spun

cotton or linen garments.
The garments must be suitable for drying in a tumble dryer   and

suitable for ironing  .

Note Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and hang

them up on a coat hanger.

Note Not suitable for garments made of wool or wool blend fabric.

* Weight of dry laundry

1, 2

See the following pages

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Drying

Warm air Max. load 5.0 kg*

Timed drying

Items – Multi-layered items whose layers have different drying

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

Further programmes

Denim Max. load 3.0 kg*

2

characteristics, e.g. jackets, pillows, sleeping bags and other
voluminous items.

– For drying and airing individual items.

as you are drying them to find the optimum time.

Extra dry, Normal+, Normal, Hand iron, Hand iron, Machine iron, Smoothing1,

Timed drying

2

Items Denim garments, e.g. jeans, jackets, skirts, shirts.

Dark garments Max. load 3.0 kg*

Normal+, Normal, Hand iron, Smoothing1, Timed drying

2

Items Black and dark items made of cotton or mixed fibres.

Outerwear Max. load 2.5 kg*

Normal+, Normal, Hand iron, Smoothing1, Timed drying

2

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

Proofing Max. load 2.5 kg*

Normal

Items For thermally fixing textiles which are suitable for tumble drying and

have been treated with a proofing agent.

Sportswear Max. load 3.0 kg*

Normal+, Normal, Hand iron, Smoothing1, Timed drying

2

Items Sportswear which is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer.

* Weight of dry laundry

1, 2

See the following pages

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Drying

Sport shoes Max. 2 pairs

Timed drying

Items Sport shoes that are specified as suitable for tumble drying by their

Note Insoles should be removed and placed in the drum with the shoes.

Note The drum does not rotate.

Silks Max. load 1.0 kg*

8 min

Items Silk garments which are suitable for drying in a tumble dryer, e.g.

Notes – For reduced creasing.

Down Items Max. load 2.5 kg*

Timed drying

Items Jackets, sleeping bags, pillows and other down-filled items that are

Note Check the items as you are drying them to find the optimum time.

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

Timed drying

2

manufacturer.

blouses and shirts.

– Items are not dried completely in this programme.

– Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished.

2

suitable for tumble drying.

2

Items Pillows with synthetic filling that are suitable for tumble drying.

Note Pillows can still feel damp after being dried. You can use this

programme several times until the pillow feels dry.

* Weight of dry laundry

1, 2

See the following pages

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Drying

Cottons hygiene Max. load 4.0 kg*

Normal

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

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

Note The laundry will feel drier because of the longer temperature holding

time.

Cool air Max. load 5.0 kg*

Timed drying

Items Any items which only need airing.

* Weight of dry laundry

1

Smoothing: The laundry is dampened with steam before the programme starts
to help reduce creasing. The garments are not dried completely to make ironing
easier. The drying temperature is adjusted to match the programme selected.
If the Steam smoothing option has been selected, the drying level Smoothing is not
offered.

2

Timed drying: Timed drying is particularly suitable for small loads or when you
want to dry individual items. The items are dried with warm air (a drying time
between 15 minutes and 2 hours can be selected). The drying temperature is
adjusted to match the programme selected. Do not select the longest drying
time to start with. Check the items as you are drying them to find the optimum
time.

2

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Drying

Options

Options are selected and deselected
with the ProgrammeManager and the
Further options buttons.

ProgrammeManager

Extra gentle

Delicate textiles such as acrylics are
dried gently (care label symbol ).

In some programmes thermospin is not
carried out when the Extra gentle option
is selected.

Further options

Steam smoothing

In order to reduce creasing, the laundry
undergoes a smoothing process at the
end of the programme. The spin speed
for the thermospin is reduced.
Reducing the maximum load by 50%
will give a better result.

The garments must be suitable for
drying in a tumble dryer   and
suitable for ironing  .

Thermospin

A thermospin is carried out in some
drying programmes to reduce energy
consumption.

Thermospin is not carried out if timed
drying is selected.

Thermospin is not carried out in some
programmes if the Extra gentle option
has been selected.

In some programmes the programme
duration will increase when Extra gentle
is selected because of the lower
temperature.

Extra quiet

If you want to dry clothes in quiet
periods, the noise level of the washer­dryer can be reduced.

– The buzzer is deactivated.

– Thermospin is limited to a maximum

of 900 rpm.

The maximum spin speed for the
thermospin is the maximum permitted
final spin speed for the appropriate
wash programme.

The thermospin can be reduced to
800rpm.

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Drying

Overview of options and the thermospin

None of the options can be selected with programmes that are not listed in the
chart below.

Extra

gentle

Extra
quiet

Steam

smoothing

Thermo

spin

Cottons    

Minimum iron    

Delicates    –

Woollens –  – –

1)

Shirts  



Automatic    

QuickPower – –  

Express –   

Freshen up – –

Steam care – –





2)

2)

Denim    

Dark garments    

Outerwear   – 

Proofing –  – –

Sportswear   – 

–

–

–

Sport shoes   – –

Silks –  – –

Down Items   – –

Pillows   – –

Cottons hygiene –   

 can be selected / – cannot be selected

1)

can be deselected

2)

cannot be deselected

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Washing and Drying

Washing and drying in one continuous sequence

It is advisable to wash and dry in a
continuous sequence when the
amount of laundry to be washed does
not exceed the amount to be dried,
and the amount to be dried does not
exceed the permitted dry weight for
the programme.

It is essential to read the sections
“Washing” and “Drying”.

1. Preparing the laundry

 Empty all pockets.
 Sort the laundry according to colour

and type of fibre/weave.

 Check the symbols on the care

labels.

2. Selecting a programme

 Switch the washer-dryer on.

3. Loading the drum

 Open the door.

Check the drum for pets or foreign
objects before loading it with
laundry.

 Unfold the laundry and load loosely

into the drum.

 Pay attention to the load indication.

Detergent dispensing aids, e.g.
plastic dispenser balls, can melt
during the drying programme and
cause damage to the machine and
the laundry.

These dispensing aids must be
removed from the laundry before
drying.

 Close the door.

 Select the required programme.
 Touch the sensors forWashing and

Drying repeatedly, until the Washing
and Drying indicators are lit up.

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Washing and Drying

4. Selecting programme settings

 Select the degree of soiling.
 Follow the dosage recommendations.
 Select the temperature, spin speed

and drying level and confirm each
withOK.

The minimum spin speed cannot be
lower than 800rpm.
For some programmes the spin speed
cannot be changed.

To prevent laundry forming a ring
against the drum wall, the spin speed
is limited to a maximum of 1200rpm
when washing and drying in a
continuous sequence.

 Select further options as required.

With the thermospin the spin speed
displayed for the wash cycle is used.
If Extra quiet is selected the maximum
spin speed used is 900rpm.

Thermospin is not carried out if timed
drying is selected.

 Select a delay start time if required.

5. Adding detergent

 Dispense detergent either via

TwinDos, CapDosing or the detergent
dispenser drawer.

6. Programme start/finish

 Press the Start/Stop button.

The door will lock. The programme
status will appear in the display.

The anti-crease phase will start at the
end of the programme.

The door remains locked during the
anti-crease phase.

 Press the Start/Stop button.

The door will unlock.

If you have unloaded the drum
during the anti-crease phase make
sure you spread out the laundry to
allow it to cool down.

The door unlocks automatically at the
end of the anti-crease phase.

 Pull the door open and unload the

drum.

See “After each washing or drying
programme”.

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Washing and Drying

After each washing or drying programme

 Open the drum door fully.

 Caution! The metal cap is hot

after drying.
Do not touch the metal cap located

on the inside of the door glass.
Danger of burning!

 Remove the laundry.

Laundry left in the drum could shrink,
discolour or be damaged in the next
washing or drying programme.

Check that all items have been
removed from the drum.

 Check the folds in the door seal for

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

 Switch the washer-dryer off with the

 button.

Useful tip: Leave the detergent
dispenser drawer slightly open to allow
it to dry.

Rinse out fluff programme

During drying, fluff develops and can
collect in the drum and suds container.
Run the Rinse out fluff programme
before the machine is used again so
that fluff cannot be deposited on the
next load or cause a blockage.

The Rinse out fluff programme must
not be used for rinsing laundry.
Ensure there are no items of laundry
in the drum before starting the
programme.

 Switch the washer-dryer on.
 With the programme selector turned

to the Further programmes position,
select the Rinse out fluff programme.

Do not use detergent.

 Press the Start/Stop button.

Any fluff will be rinsed away within a
few minutes.

 If necessary wipe any remaining fluff

off the door seal and door glass.

 Switch the washer-dryer off.

For safety reasons close the door
when the washer-dryer is not in use.
Otherwise there is a danger of objects
being placed inadvertently in the
drum. If these remain unnoticed and
were washed or dried in the next load,
they could damage the laundry. An
open door is also a danger to pets and
children.

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Changing the programme sequence

Cancel programme



Cancelling a programme

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

 Press the Start/Stop button.

The following will appear in the display:

 Touch the OK sensor.

– During washing

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

– During drying

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

If you want to remove the laundry:

 Pull the door open and unload the

drum.

If you want to select a different programme:

 Close the door.
 Select the required programme.
 Add detergent to the detergent

dispenser drawer, if necessary.

 Press the Start/Stop button.

Interrupting a programme

 Switch the washer-dryer off with the

 button.

 To continue the programme switch

the washer-dryer back on with the 
button.

 Do not switch the washer-dryer

off before the end of the drying
programme, unless all items are
removed immediately and spread out
to cool down.

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 different one.

Changing the temperature

The temperature of a wash programme
can be changed within the first 5
minutes of the programme starting,
except in the Cottons programme.

 Press the Temperature button.
 Change the temperature using the

and  sensors and confirm your
choice with OK.

The programme will start.

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Changing the programme sequence

Changing the spin speed

You can change the spin speed for a
wash programme up until the final spin
begins.

 Press the Spin speed button.
 Change the spin speed using the

and  sensors and confirm your
choice with OK.

Changing the drying level / drying time

Drying levels and durations can be
changed during the wash programme
but not once the drying programme has
started.

 Press the Drying level button.
 Change the drying level/drying time

with the and  sensors and
confirm your choice withOK.

Selecting or deselecting drying

TheDrying function can be selected or
deselected whilst a wash programme is
running if this is permitted for that
programme.

Safety lock

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

To activate the safety lock

 After the programme has started,

press the Start/Stop button.

 Select Safety lock on and confirm

your choice with OK.

The washer-dryer will now not accept
any changes and will run the selected
programme through to the end.

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

To deactivate the safety lock

 Press the Start/Stop button.
 Select Safety lock off and confirm

your choice with OK.

 Touch the Drying sensor.

Changing options

Some options can be selected or
deselected after a programme has
started.

If the safety lock has been activated
the programme sequence cannot be
changed.

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Changing the programme sequence

Cancel programme



Add laundry



Adding or removing laundry

You can add or remove items during the
first few minutes after the programme
has started.

 Press the Start/Stop button.

The following will appear in the display:

 Scroll up the list with the  or 

sensors to:

 Touch the OK sensor.

If this message does not appear in the
display, then it is no longer possible to
add or remove items of laundry.

The programme will stop and the door
will unlock.

 Pull open the door.
 Add or remove items.
 Close the door.
 Press the Start/Stop button.

The programme will continue.

Please note:

Once a programme has started, the
washer-dryer 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.

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Delay start/SmartStart

Start in

:00

00

h

Start in

0003:

h

Start in

003:

h

Change the time



Start now



Cancel Delay start



Delay start

With Delay start you can delay the start
of the programme. The start of the
programme can be delayed from 15
minutes up to a maximum of 24 hours.

Selecting Delay start

 Touch the Delay start sensor.

The following will appear in the display:

 Use the  and  sensors to enter the

hour and confirm your entry with the
OK sensor.

The display will change:

 Use the  and  sensors to enter the

minutes and confirm your entry with
the OK sensor.

Starting Delay start

 Press the Start/Stop button to begin

Delay start and the wash programme.

The following will appear in the display:

Altering Delay start

You can change Delay start at any time.

 Touch the Delay start sensor.

 Touch the OK sensor.
 Select the time you require.

To start the programme immediately

 Touch the Delay start sensor.
 Touch the  sensor.

 Touch the OK sensor and the

programme will start immediately.

To cancel Delay start

 Press the Start/Stop button.

 Touch the OK sensor.

Delay start is cancelled. The door will
unlock.

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Delay start/SmartStart

SmartStart





SmartStart

With the SmartStart function (only
functional in selected countries) you
can define a time period during which
the washer-dryer will be started
automatically by a signal, for instance
to make use of cheaper electricity
tariffs.

If your energy provider offers this
service, they will send a signal
whenever the electricity tariff is
inexpensive. This signal will activate the
washer-dryer to start the programme.

You can define a period (from 15
minutes to 24 hours) by which the
programme must be started. During this
period, the washer-dryer waits for the
signal from the energy supplier. If no
signal is received during this time, the
washer-dryer starts the programme
once the time period has elapsed.

Setting the timeframe

 Use the  and  sensors to enter the

minutes and confirm your entry with
the OK sensor.

 Press the Start/Stop button to begin

the programme with SmartStart.

The following will appear in the display:

The selected programme will start
automatically as soon as the energy
provider has sent the signal, or the
latest calculated start time has been
reached.

The procedure for changing or deleting
the SmartStart function is the same as
the one described for the Delay start
function.

If you have activated the SmartStart
function in Settings, SmartStart will
appear in the display instead of Start in
when you press the Delay start button
(see “Settings - Miele@home,
SmartStart”).

The procedure for setting this is the
same as for setting the time for Delay
start.

 Use the  and  sensors to enter the

hour and confirm your entry with the
OK sensor.

The hour will be saved and the minute
number block will be highlighted.

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Cleaning and care

 Disconnect the machine from the

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

 Do not use solvents, abrasive

cleaners, glass cleaners or all­purpose cleaners.

 The washer-dryer must not be

hosed down.

External casing and fascia panel

 Clean the washer-dryer with a mild

non-abrasive cleaning agent or a
solution of washing-up liquid and
water. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

 The drum can be cleaned using a

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

Cleaning the porthole glass

 Clean the inside of the porthole glass

from time to time and the metal cap
inside the porthole glass with a
suitable mild cleaning agent or with
soapy water.

 Dry both with a soft cloth.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

Washing at low temperatures and the
use of liquid detergent can lead to a
build-up of mould and bacteria in the
detergent dispenser drawer.

 Clean the entire drawer at regular

intervals for hygiene reasons, even if
you are using the TwinDos system
exclusively.

 Pull out the detergent dispenser

drawer until a resistance is felt. Press
down the release button 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

Cleaning the siphon tube and the channel

 Clean the siphon.

1. Remove the siphon from

compartment  and clean under
warm running water. Clean the
siphon tube in the same way.

2. Replace the siphon.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing

 Use a bottle brush to remove

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

 Replace the detergent dispenser

drawer.

Useful tip: Leave the detergent
dispenser drawer slightly open to allow
it to dry.

 Clean the fabric softener channel

using a brush and warm water.

Liquid starch results in clogging.
Frequent use of liquid starch can

cause the siphon to become
clogged.

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Cleaning the drum

Washing at low temperatures and/or
using liquid detergent can cause
bacteria and unpleasant odours to build
up in the washer-dryer. Use the Clean

machine programme to clean the

washer-dryer. Run this programme
regularly or at the latest when the

Hygiene info message appears in the

display.

Cleaning and care

Language 



TwinDos



Maintenance



Mainten. comp. 



Start Mainten.?



Yes

TwinDos maintenance

 If the system has not been used

for a long time (more than two
months), the detergent in the hoses
can become viscous.

The hoses can become blocked and
would then need to be cleaned by a
service technician.

Clean the TwinDos system every
time you change the brand of liquid
detergent or fabric softener or if the
system has not been used for a long
period of time.

To clean the system, you either need a
“TwinDosCare” cleaning cartridge
(only available in selected countries) or
an empty TwinDos container. Both are
available from the Miele online shop.

The washer-dryer has a cleaning
programme for cleaning the TwinDos
system containers and the hoses inside
the machine.

Starting the maintenance programme

 Switch the washer-dryer on and wait

until the standard display lights up.

 Touch the and sensors at the

same time until the following appears
in the display:

 Confirm the setting with the OK

sensor.

 Touch the  sensor until the

following appears in the display:

 Confirm the setting with the OK

sensor.

 Touch the  or  sensor until the

compartment you want appears in
the display and confirm this with the
OK sensor.

 Select Yes and confirm this with the

OK sensor. Follow the instructions in
the display.

The hoses will now be cleaned. The
TwinDos system can be used again.
After cleaning you can fill one or both
containers with new liquid detergent
and/or fabric softener.

Cleaning the compartment

Detergent residue can cause clogging.
 Use a damp cloth to clean the

compartment interior when you
change the cartridge or container.

The settings menu is activated.
 Touch the  sensor until the

following appears in the display:

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the water inlet filter

The washer-dryer has a filter to protect
the water inlet valve. The filter in the
union in the open end of the inlet hose
should be checked approximately every
six months or more often if there are
frequent interruptions to the external
water supply.

 First turn off the tap.
 Unscrew the inlet hose from the tap.

 Remove the rubber seal 1 from the

recess.

 Reassemble the filter and seal in the

reverse order and reconnect the
hose.

 Turn on the tap and check that the

connection is watertight. If water
leaks, tighten the connection.

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

 Hold the free end of the inlet hose

upside down. The plastic filter 2 will
fall out.

 Clean the plastic filter.

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Problem solving guide

Problem solving guide

With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of the
appliance that can occur in daily operation can easily be remedied without
contacting Miele. Please note that a call-out charge will be applied to unnecessary
service visits where the problem could have been rectified as described in this
problem solving guide.

The following guide should help you to find the reason for a fault and to correct it.
Please note:

 Unauthorised or incorrect repairs could be dangerous and cause injury or

damage to the appliance.
Repair work to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a suitably

qualified technician in strict accordance with current local and national safety
regulations.

Some of the messages in the display are more than one line long. Touch the  or
 sensor to read them in full.

A programme cannot be started

Problem Possible cause and remedy

The display remains
dark and the Start/Stop
button indicator light
does not come on.

You are asked to enter a
code.

The following appears
in the display:
  Service Door jammed

There is no power to the machine.
 Check whether the mains plug is plugged in and

switched on.

 Check whether the circuit breaker has tripped.

The washer-dryer has switched off automatically to
save energy.

 Switch the washer-dryer back on with the 

button.

Access via a code has been activated.
 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.

The door is not closed properly. The door lock could
not engage.

 Close the door again.
 Start the programme again.
 If the fault message appears again, contact Miele.

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Problem solving guide

Fault messages after a programme has been cancelled

Problem Possible cause and remedy

 Water intake See



 Check drainage See



  Service

Waterproof syst.

  Service Fault F

The water inlet is blocked or restricted.

 Check whether the tap is turned on properly.
 Check whether the inlet hose is kinked.
 Check whether there is sufficient water pressure.

The filter in the water inlet is blocked.
 Clean the filter.

The water outlet is blocked or restricted.
The drain hose has been fixed too high.

 Clean the drain filter and the drain pump.
 Check whether the maximum delivery height of

1m has been exceeded.

The water protection system has reacted.

 Turn off the tap.
 Call Miele.

There is a fault.

 Restart the programme.
 If the fault message appears again, contact Miele.

To switch off the fault message, switch the washer-dryer off with the  button.

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Fault messages at the end of a programme

Message Possible cause and remedy

 Check filter + jets

 Hygiene info

 Check detergent

The pumps are dirty.
 Clean the pumps as described in “Problem solving

guide - Opening the door in the event of a blocked
drain outlet and/or power cut”.

 Restart the programme after cleaning the pumps.

The jet in the top of the door ring is blocked with fluff.
 Remove the fluff with your finger. Do not use any

sharp or pointed tools to do this.

 Restart the programme after cleaning the jet.

If the fault message appears again, contact Miele.
The washer-dryer can still be used but with reduced
functionality.

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

 In order to prevent bacteria and unpleasant odours

building up in the machine, run the Clean machine
programme using the Miele dishwasher and
washing machine cleaner or powder detergent.

Excessive foam has built up during washing.

 Check the amount of detergent dispensed.
 With automatic detergent dispensing, check the

dosage amount set.

 Observe the instructions on the detergent

packaging and the degree of soiling of the laundry.

 If necessary, reduce the dosage amount by

increments of 10%.

The messages will appear at the end of the programme and when the washer­dryer is switched on and need to be confirmed with the OK sensor.

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Problem solving guide

Fault messages at the end of a programme

Message Possible cause and remedy

 Align the machine

 Check load

 Start the "Rinse out

fluff" programme
under "Further
programmes"

The smoothing process which the laundry undergoes
at the end of the programme could not be carried out
properly.

 Check that the washer-dryer is aligned correctly as

described in “Installation and connection ­Levelling the washer-dryer”.

 Check whether the maximum delivery height of

1.0m has been exceeded.

If the fault message appears again, contact Miele.
The washer-dryer can still be used but with reduced
functionality.

There is no laundry in the drum.

The load is too small. The laundry is still damp
because the residual moisture content in the laundry
could not be measured.

 In the future use a Timed drying programme for

small amounts of laundry.

The amount of laundry exceeded the maximum load
for the selected programme.

 Observe the maximum loads listed in the

Programme chart.

TheRinse out fluff programme has not been used for
a long time.

 Start the “Rinse out fluff” programme as described

in “Washing and Drying” - “Rinse out fluff
programme”.

The messages will appear at the end of the programme and when the washer­dryer is switched on and need to be confirmed with the OK sensor.

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Problems with TwinDos

Problem Possible cause and remedy

 Container  empty

 Cartridge  almost

empty

 Use "TwinDos" or

start Maintenance.
See 

 TwinDos Mainten.

for comp.  must
be started. See 

One or both TwinDos containers are empty.
 Fill the container or containers with liquid

detergent or fabric softener or replace the
cartridge(s).

 Check if the laundry is clean. There may not have

been enough detergent.
Wash the items again if necessary.

The detergent in the cartridges is running low. There
are between 4and 8wash cycles remaining.

 Order new cartridges.

TwinDos or automatic dispensing via compartment
/ has not been used for a long time.

 Use TwinDos for one of your next loads.
 Carry out the TwinDos maintenance programme as

described in “Cleaning and care - TwinDos
maintenance”.

TwinDos or automatic dispensing via compartment
/ has not been used for a long time. It is possible
that detergent has dried inside the hoses.

 Carry out the TwinDos maintenance programme

immediately as described in “Cleaning and care ­TwinDos maintenance”.

The messages shown on this page are examples. They may differ depending on
whether they refer to compartment  or .

The messages will appear at the end of the programme and when the washer­dryer is switched on and need to be confirmed with the OK sensor.

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Problems with TwinDos

Problem Possible cause and remedy

No detergent and/or
fabric softener was
dispensed.

There are dark specks
in the liquid detergent.

Automatic dispensing has not been activated.
 Touch the TwinDos sensor before running the next

programme.

Automatic dispensing will be activated.

No detergent/fabric softener was dispensed although
automatic dispensing was activated.

 Try again.
 If detergent is still not dispensed, call Miele.

Mould has developed in the detergent.
 Pour the liquid detergent out of the container and

then clean the container thoroughly.

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Problem solving guide

General problems with the washer-dryer

Problem Possible cause and remedy

The washer-dryer is not
steady during a spin
cycle.

Unusual pumping
noises.

Spinning sounds during
the drying process.

The laundry has not
been spun properly and
the laundry is still wet.

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

There is water next to
the capsule in the fabric
softener compartment.

The machine feet are not level.
 Level the machine and adjust the feet correctly.

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

This is not a fault. The machine will spin even during
a drying programme (thermospin).

The machine detected an imbalance during the final
spin and reduced the spin speed automatically.

 Include both large and small items in the load as

this will give better distribution.

The water pressure is too low.

 Clean the filters in the water inlet.
 It may be useful to select the Water plus option.

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

 Clean the detergent dispenser drawer and, in the

future, add washing powder to the dispensing
drawer first, and then add the water softener.

The Cap  sensor was not activated or an empty
capsule was not removed at the end of the last
programme.

 Make sure that you remember to activate the Cap

 sensor the next time you insert a capsule.

 Remove and dispose of the empty capsule at the

end of each programme.

The small pipe in the detergent dispenser drawer onto
which the capsule is placed is blocked.

 Clean the small pipe.

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Problem solving guide

General problems with the washer-dryer

Problem Possible cause and remedy

Fabric softener is not
completely dispensed
or too much water
remains in the 
compartment.

At the end of the
programme there is still
liquid in the capsule.

The display is in a
different language.

The display is dark. The display has switched off automatically to save

The programme
duration remaining that
is shown in the display
fluctuates.

When the drum is
empty a load appears in
the display, or when the
drum is full the load is
displayed as <25%.

The siphon tube is not correctly positioned or
clogged.

 Clean the siphon (see “Cleaning and care -

Cleaning the detergent dispensing drawer”).

The small pipe in the detergent dispenser drawer onto
which the capsule is placed is blocked.

 Clean the small pipe.

This is not a fault. For technical reasons a small
amount of water will remain in the capsule.

A different language has been selected in “Settings ­Language ”.

 Set the language you want.

The flag symbol serves as a guide.

energy (Standby mode).
 Press any button. This switches Standby off.

The countdown time adapts constantly to the current
washing and drying situation.

When the washer-dryer was switched on, there was
already laundry in the drum. This has shifted the zero
point of the load sensor.

 Empty the drum and switch the washer-dryer off

and back on again.

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Problem solving guide

General problems with the washer-dryer

Problem Possible cause and remedy

Foam comes out of the
detergent dispenser
drawer while the Rinse
out fluff programme is
running.

There is foam in the
drum at the end of the

Rinse out fluff

programme.

There is still fluff in the
drum after the end of
the Rinse out fluff
programme.

The washer-dryer
smells.

There is residual detergent from the last programme in
the suds container.

 Make sure you always dispense the correct

amount of detergent. For precise dispensing, use
automatic detergent dispensing.

The Rinse out fluff programme also rinses out residual
detergent from the suds container. This can lead to
the formation of foam.

 Run the Rinse out fluff programme regularly to

prevent detergent residues from accumulating in
the suds container.

You have not run the Rinse out fluff programme for a
long time.

 Remove the fluff from the drum.
 Run the Rinse out fluff programme on a regular

basis.

The Hygiene info was ignored. A programme using a
temperature above 60°C has not been run for a long
time.

 In order to prevent bacteria and unpleasant odours

building up in the machine, run the Clean machine
programme using the Miele dishwasher and
washing machine cleaner or powder detergent.

The detergent dispenser drawer was left closed after
washing.

 Leave the detergent dispenser drawer slightly

open to allow it to dry.

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Problem solving guide

An unsatisfactory wash result

Problem Possible cause and remedy

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

Liquid detergent does
not give the required
result.

Grey, greasy particles
cling to washed laundry.

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

 Try and brush off the residues with a soft brush

once the laundry is dry.

 In the future, wash dark textiles with a detergent

which contains no zeolites. Liquid detergents do
not usually contain zeolites.

 Use the Dark garments programme.

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

 Use the Miele 2-phase system.

The targeted addition of UltraPhase 2 during the wash
process removes stains effectively.

 Use a general purpose powder detergent

containing a bleaching agent.

Insufficient amounts of detergent were used. The
laundry was heavily soiled with grease (oils,
ointments).

 Use more detergent or liquid detergent with this

type of soiled laundry.

 Before washing the next load, run the Clean

machine programme using the Miele dishwasher

and washing machine cleaner or a powder
detergent.

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Problem solving guide

Unsatisfactory drying result

Problem Possible cause and remedy

The laundry is too damp
after drying and

Check load appears in the

display

The laundry feels damp
after drying.

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

There is still water in
the drum after drying.

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

 Start the programme again and instead of a drying

level select a Timed drying programme.

 In the future use a Timed drying programme for

small amounts of laundry.

During the spin cycle, the laundry formed a ring in the
drum because the laundry was distributed unevenly.
The laundry formed a ring during the thermospin
because it was too damp or because the spin speed
was set too high.

 Open the door and loosen the laundry.
 Start the drying programme again with a lower

spin speed, or select Timed drying instead of a
drying level.

TheSteam smoothing option has been selected.
 Unload the laundry and place it on hangers to

finish drying.

Warm laundry can feel damp.
 Spread the laundry out to cool it down.

The desired residual moisture level is between two
drying levels.

 Change the level of drying as described in

“Settings - Drying levels”.

There is a blockage in the water outlet.
 Clean the drain filter and the drain pump as

described in “Opening the door in the event of a
blocked drain outlet and/or power cut” and check
the height of the drainage point.

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Problem solving guide

The door will not open

Problem Possible cause and remedy

The door cannot be
opened while a
programme is running.

At the end of the
programme or after a
programme
cancellation:

Cooling down or Extra
cooling appears in the

display

The following appears
in the display:

 Service Door jammed

The door is locked during a programme.

 Press the Start/Stop button.
 Select Cancel programme or Add laundry with the 

or  sensors.

The door will unlock and you will be able to pull it
open.

There is still water in the drum and the washer-dryer
is unable to drain.

 Clean the drain filter and the drain pump as

described in “Opening the door in the event of a
blocked drain outlet and/or power cut”.

The water level in the drum is too high.
 Cancel the programme. The water will be pumped

away.

For safety reasons the door cannot be opened if the
temperature in the drum exceeds 55°C during
washing or 70°C during drying.

 Wait until the temperature in the drum has

decreased and the message has gone out in the
display.

The door lock has jammed.
 Call Miele.

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

 Switch the washer-dryer off.

 Press the drain pump access panel.

The panel will spring open.

Blocked drain outlet

If the drain outlet is blocked, a large
quantity of water can remain in the
washer-dryer.

Problem solving guide

 Slowly unscrew the filter lids until

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

 To interrupt the flow of water, tighten

the filters again.

Once the flow of water ceases:

 Danger of scalding if laundry has

been washed at a high temperature!
Take care when draining the suds

solution.

Procedure for draining the machine

When draining water from the
machine, do not unscrew the filters
completely or take them right out.

 Place a suitable container under the

access panel, e.g. a universal oven
tray.

 Remove the filters completely.

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Problem solving guide

Cleaning the filters

 Clean the filters thoroughly.
 Remove any foreign objects (e.g.,

buttons, coins etc.) and clean the
interior. Turn the impellers by hand to
check that they rotate freely.

Opening the door

 Reaching into a moving drum is

extremely dangerous. Danger of
injury!

Always make sure that the drum is
stationary before reaching in to
remove laundry.

 Use a screwdriver to unlock the door

of the machine as shown.

 Pull open the door.

 Replace the filters correctly (on the

right and left) and tighten them.

 Overflowing water can cause

damage.
Replace and tighten the filters

securely.

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After sales service

Repairs

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

The contact details for Miele can be
found at the end of these operating
instructions.

When contacting Miele, please quote
the model and serial number of your
appliance. They can be found on the
data plate which is visible above the
porthole glass when the door is
opened.

Warranty

The manufacturer's warranty for this
appliance is 2years.

See the warranty card supplied with the
washer-dryer for further details.

Optional accessories

Optional accessories for this washer­dryer are available from Miele.

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Installation and connection

Front view

a

Waterproof metal inlet hose (braided)

b

Electrical connection

c

Flexible drain hose (with detachable
swivel elbow)

d

Control panel

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e

Detergent dispenser drawer

f

Door

g

Access to filters, pumps and
emergency release

h

Access panel for TwinDos containers

i

Four height-adjustable feet

Rear view

Installation and connection

a

Protruding lid for holding when
moving the machine

b

Drain hose

c

Waterproof metal inlet hose (braided)

d

Safety caps for transit bars

e

Transport clips for inlet and drain
hoses

f

Electrical connection

g

Miele@home communication module
slot (depending on model)

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Installation and connection

Installation surface

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

Please note:
 The washer-dryer must be level and

securely positioned.

 To avoid vibrations during spinning

the washer-dryer must not be
installed on soft floor coverings.

If installing on a wooden joist floor:
 We recommend a plywood base (at

least 59x60x3 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.

Useful tip: If possible, install the
machine in a corner. This is usually the
most stable part of the floor.

Carrying the washer-dryer to its installation site

 Make sure the fixings at the back

of the lid are secure. They may
become brittle due to external
circumstances.

There is a danger of the lid being
pulled off when carrying the
appliance.

Before carrying the appliance, check
that the lid is secure where it
protrudes at the back.

 Carry the washer-dryer by the front

feet and by the lid where it protrudes
at the back of the appliance.

Removing the transit bars

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 Remove the left and right covers.

1. Pull off the transit bar covers and

2. then use a screwdriver to release the
catches at the top and bottom.

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

 Danger of injury!

To avoid the risk of injury, the holes
for the transit bars must be covered
after the transit bars have been
removed.

 Fit the covers onto the two holes.

 The washer-dryer 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).

Installing under a continuous worktop

 The appliance lid cannot be

removed.

This washer-dryer (with lid intact) can
be pushed under a worktop if there is
space to do so.

Refitting the transit bars

 Refitting is carried out by reversing

the procedure.

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Levelling the washer-dryer

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

Incorrect installation may increase
electricity and water consumption and
may cause the machine to move about.

 The appliance must not be

installed behind a lockable door, a
sliding door or a door with a hinge on
the opposite side to that of the
tumble dryer, in such a way that a full
opening of the tumble dryer door is
restricted.

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 washer-dryer is
delivered.

Installation and connection

 Use a spirit level to check the

washer-dryer 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 counter nuts must sit

firmly up against the housing.
Otherwise there is a danger of the
machine moving about.

Please also check this for the feet
which did not need adjustment.

 Using the spanner supplied, turn

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

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Installation and connection

The Miele water protection system

The water protection system protects all
parts of the washer-dryer from water
damage.

The system consists of three main
components:

– the inlet hose

– the electronic unit, and the drainage

and overflow protection

– the drain hose

Inlet hose

– Protects the safety valve from

bursting

The inlet hose can withstand
pressure of more than 14,000 kPa.

– Protective sleeve

The inlet hose has a protective sleeve
which is made from metal braiding as
a “second skin” to protect the hose
against damage.

Electronic unit and machine housing

– Sump

Any leaking water is collected in a
sump in the base of the machine. A
float switches off the water inlet
valves. This shuts off the water intake
and prevents any more water from
flowing into the machine. Water in
the suds container is pumped away.

– Overflow protection

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

Drain hose

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

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