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Operating instructions

for Washing machine

W 526

To avoid the risk of accidents or

damage to the machine it is

essential to read these instructions

before it is installed and used for the

first time. M.-Nr. 06 148 920

en-GB

Disposal of the packing

material

The transport and protective packing

has been selected from materials which

are environmentally friendly for disposal

and can normally be recycled.

Ensure that any plastic wrappings,

bags etc. are disposed of safely and

kept out of the reach of babies and

young children. Danger of suffocation!

Rather than just throwing these

materials away, please ensure they are

offered for recycling.

Disposal of your old appliance

or machine

Electrical and electronic appliances /

machines often contain materials

which, if handled or disposed of

incorrectly, could be potentially

hazardous to human health and to the

environment. They are, however,

essential for the correct functioning of

your appliance or machine. Please do

not therefore dispose of your old

machine or appliance with your

household waste.

Please dispose of it at your local

community waste collection / recycling

centre and ensure that it presents no

danger to children while being stored

for disposal.

It should be unplugged or disconnected

from the mains electricity supply by a

competent person.

Caring for our environment

2

Caring for our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Description of the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Special programmes ...............................................10

Delicates and Silks /programmes ................................10

Water plus system ..............................................10

Time left display ................................................11

Future updates (PC) .............................................11

Control panel .....................................................12

Important control panel features ......................................14

Programme selector .............................................14

Additional option buttons .........................................14

"Spin" button with indicator lights ...................................14

Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Washing environmentally and economically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Energy and water consumption ....................................16

Detergent .....................................................16

Additional options (Short, Soak, Pre-wash) ...........................16

When drying with a tumble dryer ...................................16

How to wash correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Brief instructions ..................................................17

Programme chart ...............................................18

Garment care label symbols.......................................21

How to wash correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Before washing ...................................................22

Selecting a programme .............................................23

Additional options ...............................................24

At the end of a programme ..........................................26

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................27

Contents

3

Interrupting a programme ...........................................28

Altering a programme once selected ..................................28

Skipping a programme stage ........................................28

To cancel or select a different programme ..............................28

Programme sequence ..............................................29

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

Water softeners ...................................................31

Washing with several components ....................................31

Fabric conditioners and liquid starch ..................................32

Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry

at the end of a programme ........................................32

Adding fabric conditioner separately ................................32

Adding starch separately .........................................32

Colour run and dye removers/dyes ....................................32

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

External casing and fascia panel .....................................33

E-Cloth .......................................................33

Extra cleaning ..................................................33

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer...............................33

Descaling the machine .............................................34

Cleaning the water inlet filters ........................................35

Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

The programme does not start. .......................................36

The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on ............37

A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme continues as normal. . 38

General problems or an unsatisfactory wash result .......................39

The drum door does not open when you press the Door button. .............41

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

power failure .....................................................42

Blocked drain outlet .............................................42

Customer contact .................................................44

Optional accessories ............................................44

Contents

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Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Front view........................................................45

Rear view ........................................................46

Installation surface.................................................47

Installing the washing machine ....................................47

Removing the transit bars ...........................................47

Re-fitting the transit bars ............................................49

Levelling the machine ..............................................50

Screwing out and adjusting the feet .................................50

Building under a continuous worktop/in a kitchen run ...................51

Washer and Dryer stack ..........................................51

The Miele water protection system ....................................52

Connection to the water supply .......................................53

Connection to the drainage system....................................54

Electrical connection U.K. ...........................................55

Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Programmable functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Water plus system .................................................59

Gentle action .....................................................61

Top-up rinse for Cottons ............................................62

Memory Function ..................................................63

Soak ............................................................64

Contents

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This washing machine conforms to

current safety requirements.

Inappropriate use can, however,

lead to personal injury and damage

to property.

To avoid the risk of accidents and

damage to the washing machine,

please read these instructions

carefully before using it for the first

time. They contain important

information on its installation, safety,

use and maintenance.

Keep these instructions in a safe

place and ensure that new users are

familiar with the content. Pass them

on to any future owner.

Correct application

~Only use the washing machine to

wash items which are specified by the

manufacturer to be machine-washable

on the wash-care label, and textiles

composed of hand-washable wool or

wool blend fabrics as well as satin,

lace, silk and other hand-washable

garments. Any other applications may

be dangerous. The manufacturer

cannot be held liable for damage

resulting from incorrect or improper use

or operation.

~This washing machine 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

~Keep children away from the

washing machine at all times. It is not a

toy! To avoid the risk of injury do not

allow children to play on or near it or to

play with its controls. Supervise

children whilst you are using it.

~Older children may only use the

washing machine if its operation has

been clearly explained to them and

they are able to use it safely,

recognising the dangers of misuse.

~For machines with a 'porthole' door,

remember that the porthole glass will

be hot when washing at very high

temperatures.

Do not let children touch it.

Warning and Safety instructions

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Technical safety

~Before setting up the washing

machine, check it for any externally

visible damage.

Do not install or use a damaged

washing machine.

~Before connecting the washing

machine, ensure that the connection

data on the data plate (voltage and

connected load) match the mains

electricity supply. If in any doubt,

consult a qualified electrician.

~The electrical safety of this washing

machine can only be guaranteed when

continuity is complete between it and

an effective earthing system which

complies with current local and national

safety regulations. It is most important

that this basic safety requirement is

present and regularly tested, and

where there is any doubt the household

wiring system should be inspected by a

qualified electrician. The manufacturer

cannot be held liable for the

consequences of an inadequate

earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

~Do not connect the washing

machine to the mains electricity supply

by an extension lead. Extension leads

do not guarantee the required safety of

the appliance (e.g. danger of

overheating).

~Faulty components must only be

replaced by genuine Miele original

spare parts. Only when these parts are

fitted can the safety standards of the

machine be guaranteed.

~Unauthorised repairs could result in

unforeseen dangers for the user, for

which Miele cannot accept liability.

Repairs should only be undertaken by a

Miele approved service technician.

Ensure current is not supplied to the

machine until after maintenance or

repair work has been carried out.

~If the connection cable is faulty it

must only be replaced by a Miele

approved service technician to protect

the user from danger.

~In the event of a fault or for cleaning

purposes, the washing machine is only

completely isolated from the electricity

supply when:

– it is switched off at the wall socket

and the plug is withdrawn, or

– it is switched off at the mains, or

– the mains fuse is withdrawn, or the

screw-out fuse is removed (in

countries where this is applicable).

~This washing machine must only be

connected to the on-site water supply

using a new hose kit. Old hoses must

not be re-used.

~In countries where there are 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 guarantee.

Warning and Safety instructions

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~This washing machine may only be

used in mobile installations such as

ships if a risk assessment of the

installation has been carried out by a

suitably qualified engineer.

Correct use

~Do not install your washing machine

in rooms where temperatures below

freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may

burst or split. The reliability of the

electronic control unit may be impaired

at temperatures below freezing point.

~Before using the washing machine

for the first time, check that the transit

bars at the rear of the machine have

been removed (see section on

"Installation"). During spinning, a transit

bar which is still in place may result in

damage to both the machine and

adjacent furniture or appliances.

~Turn off the stopcock if the machine

is to be left for any length of time (e.g.

holiday), especially if there is no floor

drain (gully) in the immediate vicinity.

~Flooding danger.

If hooking the drain hose into a wash

basin, check that the water can drain

off quickly enough to prevent the sink

from overflowing. Make sure the drain

hose is secure, so that the force of the

water flowing out of the hose does not

dislodge it.

~Take care to ensure that foreign

objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins, paper

clips) do not find their way into the

machine with the laundry. These may

damage components of the machine

(e.g. suds container, drum), which in

turn can result in damage to the

laundry.

~If the correct amount of detergent is

dispensed, the machine should not

need to be descaled. If, however, you

do wish to descale the machine only

use proprietary non-corrosive descaling

agents and strictly observe the

instructions on the packaging. A

special descaling agent is available to

order from the Miele Spare Parts

Department or via the internet on

www.miele.co.uk.

Warning and Safety instructions

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~Textiles which have been pre-

treated in solvent based cleaning

agents must be thoroughly rinsed in

clean water before being washed in the

machine.

~Never use solvent based cleaning

agents, e.g. those containing benzene,

in this machine, as this may result in

damage to component parts and create

toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a

fire and explosion hazard.

~Never use solvent based cleaning

agents, e.g. those containing benzene,

to clean the outside surfaces of this

machine. They can cause damage to

plastic surfaces.

~Only use dyes specified by the

manufacturer as being suitable for use

in a domestic washing machine. Always

observe the manufacturer's instructions

carefully.

~Colour run and dye removers

contain sulphur compounds which can

cause damage such as corrosion. Do

not use these products in this machine.

~If liquid detergent comes into

contact with the eyes, rinse them

thoroughly with lukewarm water imme-

diately. If swallowed, seek medical

assistance immediately and retain the

packaging or label for reference. Those

with skin problems or sensitive skin

should avoid their skin coming into

contact with liquid detergent.

~Only remove laundry from the

washing machine once the drum has

stopped turning. Reaching into a

moving drum is extremely dangerous

and could result in injury.

Accessories

~Accessory parts may only be fitted

when expressly approved by Miele. If

other parts are used, guarantee,

performance and product liability

claims will be invalidated.

Miele cannot be held liable for

damage caused by non-compliance

with these Warning and Safety

instructions.

Warning and Safety instructions

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Your machine has the following special

programmes in addition to the standard

Cottons and Minimum iron

programmes.

Special programmes

–Silks /

Hand-washable fabrics which crease

easily and do not contain wool can

be washed in the Silks /

programme (30°C temperature only).

–Woollens /

Hand-washable or machine-

washable wool or wool blend fabrics

can be washed in the Woollens /

programme. If the garment care

label does not specify a temperature,

wash using the cold setting.

– Quick wash

This is a Cottons programme for

small loads of very lightly soiled

fabrics.

–Automatic

Suitable for small loads of garments

made from man-made fibres and

cotton garments which can be

washed together. Sort according to

colour.

–Separate rinse

Suitable for rinsing and spinning

articles which have been hand

washed.

Delicates and Silks /programmes

In these programmes, the laundry is

washed and spun very gently to reduce

creasing and the amount of ironing

required, thus providing "Easy care" for

your laundry.

Water plus system

The water level for washing and/or

rinsing is increased. For Cottons and

Minimum iron programmes an

additional rinse can also be selected.

Description of the machine

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Time left display

After the start of a programme, the

duration of the programme selected will

be shown in the display counting down

in hours and minutes and finally in

minutes. At some points during the

wash, the time shown can change. This

is normal.

Future updates (PC)

The indicator or check light marked PC

is the interface used by Miele service

technicians during servicing work for

testing purposes and for updating the

machine's programme data.

Description of the machine

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Control panel

aDisplay

See the following page for more

information.

bStart button

Starts the wash programme

cAdditional option buttons

Additional options can be added to

the basic programme.

Use the top button to select either

the Short, the Pre-wash or the Soak

option. Use the lower button to select

the Water plus option.

Indicator light on = option selected

Indicator light off = option not

selected

dIndicator lights for spin speed,

Rinse hold or Without spin

eSpin button

For selecting the final spin speed,

Rinse hold or Without spin

fProgramme selector

For selecting the wash programme

and temperature for that programme.

The programme selector can be

turned clockwise or anti-clockwise

gProgramme sequence indicator

lights

Show which section of the wash

programme has been reached

hCheck lights

iI-On/0-Off button

For switching the machine on or off

or interrupting a programme

jDoor button

Opens the machine door

Description of the machine

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Programme duration

After a programme has started, the

maximum programme duration (wash

time) will appear in the display in hours

and minutes.

In the Cottons,Minimum iron and Auto-

matic programmes, the machine

measures the amount of water

absorbed by the laundry and uses this

to calculate the load during the first 10

minutes. If the machine recognises a

smaller load it will shorten the

programme time.

Programme Max. time reduction

short normal

Cottons 37 min 52 min

Minimum iron 12 min 13 min

Automatic 13 min 18 min

Soak

If the Soak additional option has been

selected, the soak time is added to the

programme duration in the display to

give a total running time.

Description of the machine

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Important control panel

features

Programme selector

The programme selector is used to set

the basic wash programme and the

temperature for that programme.

Additional option buttons

Additional options can be added to the

basic programme.

Use the top button to select either the

Short, the Pre-wash or the Soak option.

Use the lower button to select the Water

plus option.

The indicator light will come on to show

that the additional option has been

selected. If an additional option is

chosen, which is incompatible with the

basic programme, it cannot be

selected.

"Spin" button with indicator lights

Selecting the spin speed

Press the "Spin" button to select a

different spin speed. However, you

cannot select a spin speed higher than

the maximum allowed for the basic

wash programme chosen.

The indicator lights show the speed

selected.

Wash programme rpm

Cottons 1400

Minimum iron 900

Delicates 600

Silks 400

Woollens 1200

Quick wash 1400

Automatic 900

Separate rinse 1200

Starch 1400

Drain/spin 1400

You can also omit the final spin

^Press the "Spin" button to reach:

– Rinse hold

The laundry is not spun and remains

suspended in the final rinse water.

This reduces creasing if the laundry

is not going to be removed from the

drum immediately after the end of

the programme.

To continue the programme select a

spin speed. When the programme is

finished the Anti-crease/Finish light

will come on. Turn the programme

selector to the Finish position and

press the Door button to open the

door and remove the laundry.

–Without spin

The laundry is not spun. After the

water has been drained away the

machine goes straight into the anti-

crease stage. Spinning between the

rinses is also omitted in this setting.

Description of the machine

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Before using the machine for the first

time ensure that it is correctly

installed and connected. See

"Installation and connection". Also

check that the drain filter is securely

tightened. Otherwise there is a risk

of water leakage during use.

For safety reasons spinning is not

possible until the machine has been

prepared for using for the first time. To

activate the spinning function you must

run a wash programme without laundry

and without detergent.

Using detergent could result in an

excessive build-up of foam.

This also activates the ball valve. The

ball valve prevents detergent escaping

from the suds container into the sump

during a wash programme, thus making

maximum use of the detergent.

^Open the stopcock.

^Press the I-On/0-Off button in.

^Turn the programme selector to

Cottons 60°C.

^Press Start.

When this programme has finished turn

the programme selector to Finish. Your

washing machine is ready for using for

the first time.

Before using for the first time

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Energy and water consumption

–Water consumption and energy

usage are determined by the size of

the load.

To make the most out of your

machine, load the maximum dry load

for the programme you are using.

–Use the Automatic or the Quick wash

programmes for small loads.

–When smaller amounts of laundry are

washed using the Cottons

programmes, the automatic load

recognition system will reduce the

amount of water, time and energy

used. This may mean that the

programme duration is adjusted

during the course of the wash

programme.

– Instead of using the Cottons 95°C

programme, use the Cottons 60°C

programme. This will give an energy

saving of between 35% and 45%.

This combination is sufficient for

most levels of soiling. For stubborn or

old stains, use the Soak option.

Detergent

–Do not exceed the amounts of

detergent recommended by the

manufacturer on the packaging.

–Reduce the amount of detergent with

smaller loads (approx. 1/3less than

the amount recommended can be

used when washing a half load).

Additional options

(Short, Soak, Pre-wash)

Select:

A wash programme together with the

Short option for light to normal soiling

where there are no obvious marks.

A wash programme without any

additional options for normal to

heavy soiling with visible staining.

A wash programme together with the

Soak option for heavily soiled

laundry.

– Use the additional option Soak

instead of Pre-wash. If Soak is

followed immediately by a main wash

the same suds are used.

When drying with a tumble dryer

–Selecting the highest possible spin

speed for the wash programme will

save energy when drying in a tumble

dryer afterwards.

Washing environmentally and economically

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Brief instructions

Please note:

To help familiarise yourself with how to

use your washing machine please read

the sections "Before washing",

"Selecting a programme" and "At the

end of a programme" in detail.

ASort the laundry into colours and

fabric types

Selecting a programme:

BSwitch on the washing machine

COpen the drum door

DLoad the drum

EClose the drum door

FSelect a programme

GSelect a spin speed

HSelect any additional option required

IAdd detergent

JPress the Start button

At the end of a programme:

KOpen the drum door

LRemove the laundry

MSwitch off the washing machine

NTurn the programme selector to the

Finish position

OClose the drum door

See the "Programme chart" in the next

section for information on which

programmes to use for different fabric

types.

How to wash correctly

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Programme chart

Cottons 9ö8E76* 30°C to 95°C Max. load 5.0 kg

Fabric Cottons and linen fabrics, e.g. bed linen, table linen,

towelling, jeans, underwear, T-shirts, nappies.

Additional options Short, Pre-wash, Soak, Water plus

Notes –Only use the Cottons 95°C programme for heavily soiled

laundry.

–For heavily soiled laundry and/or soiling which has been

left unwashed for some time, select the Soak additional

option.

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

use the Pre-wash additional option.

– For lightly soiled laundry select the Short additional

option.

– For dark coloured fabrics use a detergent for coloured

fabrics, or liquid detergent.

Detergent Powder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid

detergent, tablet detergent and liquid tab detergent.

Note for test institutes:

Programme setting for testing according to EN 60456 standard: Cottons 60°C

Minimum iron

4321 8E76*

30°C to 60°C Max. load 2.5 kg

Fabric For garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres and for

easy care cotton shirts and blouses.

Additional options Short, Pre-wash, Soak, Water plus

Notes –For heavily soiled laundry and/or soiling which has been

left unwashed for some time, select the Soak additional

option.

Detergent Powder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid

detergent, detergent for delicates, tablet detergent and liquid

tab detergent.

How to wash correctly

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Delicates 21ac* cold to 40°C Max. load 1.0 kg

Fabric For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres

and for easy care cotton shirts and blouses.

Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-

washable by the manufacturer.

Additional options Short, Pre-wash, Soak

Notes –Laundry remains relatively crease-free for easier ironing.

–Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with

Pre-wash advisable.

–For curtains made from delicate fabrics, reduce the spin

speed or select Without spin.

Detergent Liquid detergent for delicates.

Silks /c* 30°C Max. load 1.0 kg

Fabric Hand-washable fabrics with no wool content, e.g. satin, lace

and silk.

Additional option Water plus

Notes – Laundry remains relatively crease-free for easier ironing.

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

Detergent Liquid detergent for delicates.

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

Fabric Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend

fabrics. If the care label does not specify a temperature,

wash using the cold setting. Please note hand-washable

garments will not shrink, stretch, matt or felt beyond the

accepted tolerance of the item.

Detergent Liquid detergent for machine washable woollens.

How to wash correctly

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Quick wash 7* 40°C Max. load 2.5 kg

Fabric Very lightly soiled fabrics, which can be washed in the

Cottons programme.

Notes –Use less detergent (as for a half load).

–If fabrics have a high proportion of man-made fibres it is

advisable to programme the machine for "Gentle Action".

See "Programmable functions". Note that this programme

is not suitable for delicate items.

Detergent Powder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid

detergent.

Automatic 72* 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Fabric Small loads of garments made from man-made fibres and

cotton garments which can be washed together. Sort

according to colour.

Additional options Short, Pre-wash, Soak

Notes – If fabrics have a high proportion of man-made fibres it is

advisable to programme the machine for "Gentle Action".

See "Programmable functions".

Detergent Powder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid

detergent.

Starch Max. load 5.0 kg

Fabric Table cloths, napkins, overalls, aprons.

Notes –The laundry should be washed but not treated with fabric

conditioner.

Separate rinse Max. load 5.0 kg

Fabric Articles which have been washed by hand and only need to

be rinsed and spun in the machine.

Drain/Spin Max. load 5.0 kg

Notes –Drain only: Select Without spin. Do not use for Woollens.

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

"Garment care label symbols".

How to wash correctly

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Garment care label symbols

Washing

The figure quoted in the bucket is the

maximum temperature the garment

can be washed at. The number of

bars under the symbol indicate the

level of agitation permitted.

9No bar under the symbol:

= normal agitation

4One bar under the symbol:

= reduced agitation

cTwo bars under the symbol:

= much reduced agitation

/Hand wash (if no temperature

is specified use the lowest

temperature or cold)

hDo not wash

Drying

The number of dots indicates the

drying temperature

qNormal temperature

rLow temperature

sDo not tumble dry

Ironing

The number of dots indicates the

ironing temperature

IHot iron (max sole plate temp.

approx. 200°C)

HMedium hot iron (max sole

plate temp. approx. 150°C)

GCool iron (max sole plate

temp. approx. 110°C). Do not

steam iron garments carrying

this symbol.

JDo not iron

Professional cleaning

fDry clean only. The letters

indicate the type of cleaning

agent required.

p

wProfessional Wet Clean only

DDo not dry clean

Bleaching

xAny oxidising bleaching

agent can be used

{Only use an oxygen based

bleach or a non-chlorine

bleach

zDo not bleach

How to wash correctly

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Before washing

ASort the laundry

^Empty all pockets.

,Foreign objects (e.g. nails,

coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause

damage to garments and

components in the machine.

^Badly soiled areas, e.g. collars and

cuffs, and water soluble stains can

be pre-treated with bar soap, liquid

detergent or detergent mixed into a

solution or paste.

With particularly stubborn stains ask

your dry cleaner for advice.

,Do not use solvent-based

cleaning agents in this machine.

^Sort the laundry by colour and by

care label symbol. Most garments

have a textile care label in the collar

or side seam.

Dark textiles often contain excess dye

and should be washed separately

several times before being washed

together with other garments. Always

wash whites and coloureds separately.

Delicate textiles should be washed

separately in a delicates programme

(use a washing bag where

appropriate).

– Curtains:

Remove lead weights and strips or

place in a laundry bag.

– Underwiring and collar stiffeners:

Any loose wiring in bras, shirt collar

stiffeners, etc. should be removed or

sewn in.

–Knitted garments, trousers and

jeans, T-shirts and sweat shirts:

Turn inside out, if recommended by

the manufacturer.

–Close any zips, fasten hooks and

eyes etc before washing.

–Fasten duvet covers to prevent

smaller items rolling up inside them.

,Do not wash any items in this

machine which are specified by the

manufacturer as not washable on

the care label. (hsymbol)

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Selecting a programme

BSwitch on the washing machine

^Press in the I-On/0-Off button.

COpen the drum door

^Press the Door button and open the

drum door.

DLoad the drum

^Unfold the laundry and load loosely

in the drum. To achieve best results it

is advisable to make up mixed loads

consisting of both large and small

items. This improves the washing

effect and helps distribute the load

evenly to keep the machine stable

and reduce the noise level during

spinning.

To save energy and water try to load

the maximum amount for the

programme selected.

However, be careful not to overload the

machine. Overloading reduces the

wash result and causes more creasing.

EClose the drum door with a gentle

swing

Make sure that no garments are caught

between the drum door and seal.

FSelect a programme

^Turn the programme selector to the

required programme.

The maximum duration for the

programme will appear in the display.

GSelect a spin speed

^Press the "Spin" button repeatedly

until the indicator light for the spin

speed you want comes on.

In some programmes the maximum

spin speed is limited. The machine will

not allow a higher spin speed to be

selected.

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Additional options

HSelect additional option(s) if

required.

Additional options can be selected as

long as they are compatible with the

basic programme being used.

Each press of the top button selects the

additional option in the following order:

Short,Pre-wash,Soak, no selection.

Use the lower button to select or

deselect the Water plus option

^Press the appropriate additional

option button. Press the top button

repeatedly until the indicator light for

the additional option you want comes

on.

Short

For lightly soiled items.

The programme duration will be

shorter.

Pre-wash

For heavily soiled laundry and items

with dried on stains.

Soak

For heavily soiled and stained items

with protein stains (e.g. blood, fats

and oils, cocoa).

–A length of time of between 30

minutes and 2 hours can be

programmed in 30 minute

increments for the soak process.

– The machine is set ex-works with a

soak period of 2 hours.

To programme in a different soak

period see "Programmable functions -

Soak".

Water plus

If you want to increase the water level

for a wash process you can choose one

of the four options for the Water plus

button. The options are explained in the

section on "Programmable functions -

Water plus system".

The machine is set at the factory so that

the water level in the main wash and

rinses will be increased if the Water

plus button is pressed.

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IAdding detergent

It is important to dispense the correct

amount, because. . .

. . . 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.

– higher water consumption because

an extra rinse is automatically

activated

– A burden to the environment.

^Pull out the detergent drawer and

place detergent in the compartments

as follows:

i

Detergent for the pre-wash (divide

the total recommended amount as

follows: add 1/3to compartment i

and 2/3to compartment j). This

compartment is also used for starch

formulations when starching

separately.

j

Main wash including the Soak period

if selected

§

Fabric conditioner or liquid starch.

^Close the detergent drawer.

See section on "Detergent" for further

information on detergent and the

amount to dispense.

JPress the Start button

This starts the programme. The

maximum programme duration will then

show in the display.

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At the end of a programme

When the Anti-crease/Finish indicator

light comes on the laundry can be

removed from the drum. (This light

stays on at the end of the programme

and remains on until the selector is

turned back to the Finish position).

KOpen the drum door

^Press the Door button.

LRemove the laundry.

,Only remove laundry from the

machine once the drum has

stopped turning. Reaching into a

moving drum is extremely

dangerous and could result in injury.

^Check the folds in the door seal for

any small articles, e.g. buttons which

may be lodged there.

Check that all items have been

removed from the drum. Items left in

the drum could discolour other items

in the next wash or become

discoloured themselves.

MSwitch off the washing machine.

^Press and release the I-On/0-Off

button and turn the programme

selector to Finish. The Anti-crease/

Finish light will then go out.

NClose the drum door

Otherwise there is the danger of

objects being placed inadvertently in

the drum. If these remained unnoticed

and were washed in the next load, they

could damage the laundry.

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Adding or removing laundry

after a programme has started

Laundry can be added or removed

after the programme has started when

using the following programmes:

–Cottons

–Minimum iron

–Quick wash

–Automatic

–Starch

^Press the Door button in and hold it

until the door springs open.

^Add or remove items.

^Close the door.

The programme will continue

automatically.

Please note:

Once a programme has started the

machine cannot recognise any

adjustment to the load. For this reason

if laundry is added or removed after the

start of a programme, the machine will

always complete the programme cycle

assuming a full load which can lead to

an increase in the time remaining for

the programme shown in the display.

The door cannot be opened, if:

–the suds temperature is above 55°C.

–the water is above a certain level.

–the programme has reached the

Final spin stage.

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Interrupting a programme

^Switch the washing machine off with

the I-On/0-Off button.

To continue with the same programme:

^Switch the washing machine back on

again with the I-On/0-Off button.

Altering a programme once

selected

The machine will accept the following

changes after a programme has

started:

– at any time after the start, the spin

speed can be changed within the

limits for the programme.

– up to 6 minutes after the start, the

Water plus additional option can be

selected or de-selected and a

different temperature can be

selected for the programme in use.

After the start of a programme it is no

longer possible to select a different

programme.

If the programme selector is moved, the

indicator light Anti-crease/Finish will

start flashing. However, the programme

sequence remains unaffected. The

indicator light will go out again when

the programme selector is moved back

to the programme previously chosen.

Skipping a programme stage

^Turn the programme selector to

Finish.

As soon as the programme sequence

indicator light for the programme stage

you want the programme to continue at

starts flashing:

^Turn the programme selector back

again to the appropriate programme

within 4 seconds.

To cancel or select a different

programme

^Switch the washing machine off with

the I-On/0-Off button.

^Turn the programme selector to

Finish.

The programme has now been

cancelled.

^Switch the washing machine back on

with the I-On/0-Off button.

^Select a different programme.

^Press the Start button.

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Programme sequence

Main wash Rinses Spinning

Water

level

Wash

rhythm

Water

level

No of

rinses

Rinse and

interim

spin

Final spin

Cottons da(2-31) L2) L

Minimum iron dae2-33) L2) L

Delicates ebe3–L

Silks (d(2–L

Woollens (c(2L2) L

Quick wash da(2L2) L

Automatic dae2L2) L

Starch ––d1–L

Separate rinse ––e2–L

d= Low water level

(= Medium water level

e= High water level

a= Normal wash rhythm

b= Gentle action

c= Woollens

d= Silks

Please continue reading for further details about the programme sequences.

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This washing machine has fully

electronic controls with automatic load

recognition. This machine takes in the

right amount of water required for the

programme depending on the amount

of laundry and its absorbency rate. This

means that programme cycles and

durations shown in the display can

vary.

The programme sequences outlined

below are based on the basic

programme with a full load. Additional

options which can be selected have not

been taken into account.

The programme sequence indicator

lights show the stage the programme

has reached.

Special features in the programme

sequences:

Anti-crease:

At the end of every programme, with

the exception of the Woollens

programme, the anti-crease action

switches on for a maximum of 30

minutes. The door can be opened and

laundry removed at any time during the

anti-crease phase.

1) A third rinse takes place

automatically if:

–there is too much foam in the drum

– a spin speed of lower than 700 rpm

has been selected.

–Without spin has been selected

2) Rinse and interim spin:

There is a spin between the rinses.

3) A third rinse takes place

automatically if:

–Without spin has been selected

Omitting rinse and interim spin:

Select Without spin.

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All modern detergents produced for

automatic washing machines are

suitable, including liquid, compact

(concentrated), tablets, liquid tablets

and special application detergents.

Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these

are supplied with the detergent. Tablets

are suitable for full loads but note that it

may be impractical to reduce tablets for

smaller loads. Some tablets do not

dissolve as rapidly as others and may

not be suitable for Quick wash

programmes.

Woollens and knitwear containing wool

mixtures and hand-washable garments

should be washed using a detergent

specifically designed for washing

woollens.

Silk should be washed using a liquid

detergent specifically designed for

washing woollens. Do not use

biological detergents on silk as the

enzymes may damage the silk!

Instructions for use and recommended

amounts for a full load are given on the

detergent packaging.

Liquid detergent

Liquid detergent should be dispensed

using a ball provided by the manufac-

turer for programmes without a pre-

wash.

For programmes with a pre-wash you

will need to purchase a special con-

tainer from the Miele Spare Parts de-

partment which sits in the main wash

compartment jof the detergent dis-

penser drawer. Add liquid detergent to

this container for the main wash and to

compartment ifor the pre-wash.

The right amount to dispense will

depend on the following:

–The quantity of laundry.

–The soiling level of the laundry.

Lightly soiled

No visible dirt or stains. Possibly

slight body odour.

Normally soiled

Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight

stains.

Heavily soiled

Stains and soiling clearly visible.

–The water hardness level.

Check with your local water supplier

if you do not know the water

hardness level in your area.

Water softeners

A water softener can be used to cut

down on the use of detergents in

extremely hard water areas. Dispense

according to the amount specified on

the packaging. First add detergent and

then the water softener.

Use a quantity of detergent as for soft

water.

Miele do not recommend connecting

the machine to a household water

softener.

Washing with several

components

If you wash using several components

(e.g. special application detergents),

dispense them into compartment jin

the following order:

1. Detergent

2. Water softener

3. Stain remover

This way the agents are distributed

more efficiently.

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Fabric conditioners and liquid

starch

Fabric conditioners make garments soft

to handle and help prevent static cling

when tumble drying.

Starch stiffens and gives body to items

of laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths and

bed linen.

^Dispense according to the amount

specified on the packaging.

Automatic dispensing of fabric

conditioner or liquid starch to

laundry at the end of a programme

^Add the fabric conditioner or liquid

starch to compartment §.Do not

exceed the maximum level mark.

The conditioner or liquid starch is

automatically dispensed in the last

rinse. At the end of the programme a

small amount of water remains in the

fabric conditioner compartment §.

If starching frequently, the dispenser

compartment and especially the

siphon tube and conditioner channel

will need regular cleaning to remove

any residual starch. See "Cleaning

the detergent dispenser drawer".

Do not add starch formulations or

viscous liquid starch to the §

compartment as it will clog it up. See

"Adding starch separately".

Adding fabric conditioner separately

^Add fabric conditioner to

compartment §.

^Turn the programme selector to Starch.

^Select a spin speed.

^Press the Start button.

Adding starch separately

Use the separate Starch programme

when using starch formulations or

viscous liquid starch.

^Prepare and measure the starch in

accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

^Add starch to compartment i.

^Turn the programme selector to Starch.

^Select a spin speed.

^Press the Start button.

Colour run and dye removers/

dyes

^Do not use colour run or dye

removers in this washing machine.

^Dyes suitable for use in domestic

washing machines can be used.

However, please note that the salt

used in the dyeing process can

cause corrosion to stainless steel

components in the machine if you

dye frequently. Always observe the

manufacturer's instructions carefully.

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,Disconnect the machine from the

mains electricity supply and

withdraw the plug from the socket

before cleaning the machine.

,The washing machine must not

be hosed down.

External casing and fascia

panel

^Clean the casing with a mild non-

abrasive cleaning agent or soap and

water using a well wrung-out cloth.

Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

^The drum can be cleaned using a

suitable proprietary stainless-steel

cleaning agent following the

manufacturer's instructions on the

packaging.

,Do not use solvents, abrasive

cleaners, glass cleaners or all-

purpose cleaning agents.

These might damage plastic

surfaces and other components

because of the chemicals they

contain.

E-Cloth

A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from

the Miele UK Spare Parts Department,

which is suitable for cleaning surfaces

such as stainless steel, glass, plastic

and chrome without the use of

chemicals. It can be washed 300 times.

Extra cleaning

Carry out a hot wash (70°C or above)

with powder detergent approx. every 6

weeks to help prevent deposits building

up in the machine. These can occur

when washing is mainly done at low

temperatures, and also lead to

unpleasant smells. If you have no

reason to wash occasionally at this high

temperature, then run a Cottons 95°C

programme with detergent but no

laundry at regular intervals.

Cleaning the detergent

dispenser drawer

Remove detergent residues regularly.

^Pull out the detergent dispenser

drawer until a resistance is felt. Press

down the release catch and at the

same time pull the drawer right out of

the machine.

^Clean the detergent drawer with

warm water.

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^Clean the siphon.

1. Remove the siphon from

compartment §and rinse under

warm running water. Clean the

siphon tube in the same way.

2. Replace the siphon.

If starching frequently, thoroughly

clean the siphon and siphon tube

regularly. A build-up of starch will

cause them to get clogged.

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.

Descaling the machine

If the correct amount of detergent is

dispensed, the machine should not

need to be descaled. If, however, you

do wish to descale the machine only

use proprietary non-corrosive descaling

agents and strictly observe the

instructions on the packaging. A

special descaling agent is available to

order from the Miele Spare Parts

Department or via the internet on

www.miele.co.uk.

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Cleaning the water inlet filters

The washing machine has two filters to

protect the inlet valves.

These filters should be checked every

six months or so, or more often if there

are frequent interruptions to the water

supply.

To clean the filter in the union in the

open end of the inlet hose:

^First turn off the stopcock.

^Unscrew the threaded union

connecting the free end of the inlet

hose to the stopcock.

^Remove the rubber seal 1from the

recess.

^Using pointed pliers, take hold of the

plastic filter bar 2, remove the filter

and clean it.

^Put the filter and seal back in the

reverse order and reconnect the

hose.

^Turn on the stopcock and check the

connection is watertight. If it leaks,

tighten the connection.

To clean the filter in the water inlet

valve:

^Using pliers, carefully loosen the

ribbed plastic nut on the inlet valve

and unscrew.

^Use pointed nose pliers to withdraw

the plastic filter by the bar (see

illustration). Clean, put back and

secure.

The two filters must be put back in

place after cleaning.

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With the help of the following notes minor faults in the performance of the

appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right

without contacting the Service Department.

,Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a

suitably qualified person in strict accordance with local and national safety

regulations. Unauthorised repairs could be dangerous.

The programme does not start.

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The Anti-crease/Finish

indicator light is not

on, or the Start

indicator light is not

flashing.

There is no power. Check that

–the mains plug is plugged

in and switched on.

– the fuse or circuit breaker

has not tripped.

– the drum door is closed

properly.

The programme does

not start when Drain/

Spin has been

selected.

The washing machine

has not been prepared

for using for the first time.

Prepare the machine as

described in "Before using

for the first time".

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The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes

on

Problem Possible cause Remedy A

The Check drain light

flashes. "– – –" appears

in the display.

The water outlet is

blocked.

Clean the drain filter and the

drain pump as described in

"Problem solving guide -

Opening the drum door in

the event of a blocked drain

outlet and/or power failure".

The drain hose has

been fixed too high.

The maximum delivery head

is1m.

The Check inlet light

flashes. "– – –" appears

in the display.

The water inlet is

blocked.

Open the stopcock.

The filter in the water

inlet hose is dirty.

Clean the filter.

The Check inlet and

Check drain lights are

flashing. "– – –"

appears in the display.

The water protection

system has reacted.

Call the Service Department.

The Soak/Pre-wash or

Rinses indicator light is

flashing. "– – –"

appears in the display.

There is a fault. Start the programme again.

If the fault indicators occur

again, contact the Service

Department.

ATo switch off the fault indicator: switch the washing machine off with the

I-On/0-Off button and turn the programme selector to Finish.

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A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme

continues as normal

Problem Possible cause Remedy A

The Check drain light

flashes.

The drain outlet is

restricted.

Clean the drain filter and the drain

pump as described in "Problem

solving guide - Opening the drum

door in the event of a blocked

drain outlet and/or power failure".

The Check inlet light

flashes.

The water inlet is

restricted.

Check whether

–the stopcock is opened wide

enough.

– the inlet hose is kinked.

The filter in the

water inlet hose is

dirty.

Clean the filter.

The Excess detergent

check light comes on.

Excessive foam

has built up

during washing.

Use less detergent next time and

follow the manufacturer’s

instructions on dosage given on

the packaging.

The Main wash

indicator light is

flashing.

There is a fault. Start the programme again.

If the fault indicator occurs again,

contact the Service Department.

The Anti-crease/Finish

indicator light is

flashing.

The position of the programme selector was altered

after the start of the programme. Turn the programme

selector back to the programme previously chosen.

ATo switch off the fault indicator: switch the washing machine off with the

I-On/0-Off button and turn the programme selector to Finish.

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General problems or an unsatisfactory wash result

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The machine shakes

during the spin cycle.

The machine feet are not

level.

Level the machine (see

"Installation").

The laundry has not

been spun properly and

is still wet.

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 laundry has not

been spun satisfactorily.

The spin speed selected

was too low.

Select a higher spin

speed next time.

The pump makes

strange noises.

This is not a fault! These noises occur at the end of

a pump sequence as a normal part of the operation.

There is a lot of

detergent residue in the

detergent drawer.

The water pressure is too

low.

– Clean the water inlet

filter.

– Select Water plus.

Powder detergent used

with water softeners can

be sticky.

Add washing powder

and then add the water

softener.

Fabric conditioner is not

completely dispensed or

too much water remains

in the §compartment.

The siphon is either

incorrectly positioned or

clogged.

Clean the siphon, see

"Cleaning and care -

Cleaning the detergent

drawer".

When laundry is dry it

feels hard to the touch.

Too vigorous wash

action.

Programme in gentle

action and more water.

Not enough detergent

used.

Increase detergent dose

to prevent limescale

build up in laundry.

No fabric conditioner

used.

Use fabric conditioner in

last rinse.

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Problem Possible cause Remedy

Liquid detergent

does not give the

required result.

Liquid detergents do

not contain bleaching

agents. They do not

remove fruit, coffee

and tea stains.

–Use a general purpose washing

machine powder containing a

bleaching agent.

–Pour stain removers into compart-

ment jof the dispenser drawer

and liquid detergent into a

dispenser ball.

–Never put stain removers and

liquid detergent together in the

dispenser drawer.

Grey, greasy

particles cling to

washed laundry.

Insufficient amounts of

detergent were used

to break down the

particles of grease in

heavily soiled laundry.

–Add more detergent.

–Before washing the next load run

aCottons 95°C programme with

powder detergent but without a

load.

A stale smell is

in the drum and

on laundry.

Low temperature

washing.

Before washing the next load run a

Cottons 95°C programme with

powder detergent but without a load.

There are white

residues which

look like powder

detergent on

dark coloured

laundry.

The detergent

contained 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.

– Use a liquid detergent to wash

dark coloured textiles. Liquid

detergents usually contain no

zeolites.

Machine is

constantly over-

foaming/excess

detergent light is

on.

Machine connected to

a water softener.

Connect machine to mains water

and dose detergent for hard water.

Too much detergent

was used.

Reduce detergent.

Too little detergent

was used.

Increase detergent slightly to bring

back foam suppressant ingredients.

Clothes are

coming out

creased.

Programme was

overloaded.

Reduce quantity of clothes in drum.

The wrong

programme was used.

–Check care labels with section

"How to wash correctly".

–Use easy iron conditioners.

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The drum door does not open when you press the Door button.

Problem Remedy

The machine is not

connected to the

electricity supply.

Put the plug in the socket and switch on.

The washing machine is

not switched on.

Switch the machine on with the I-On/0-Off button.

Power cut. Open the drum door as described in the section

"Opening the door in the event of a power failure".

The door was not

correctly engaged.

Press hard against the lock side of the drum door

and then press the Door button.

There is still water in the

drum and the machine is

unable to drain.

Clean the drain filter and the drain pump.

For safety reasons the drum door cannot be opened if the suds temperature is

higher than 55°C.

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Opening the drum door in the

event of a blocked drain outlet

and/or power failure

^Switch the washing machine off.

There is a lever behind the detergent

drawer fascia panel.

^Remove the lever.

^Use it to open the access flap.

Blocked drain outlet

If the drain outlet is blocked, up to

25 litres of water will be retained in the

machine.

,Caution: if laundry has been

washed at a high temperature, water

draining out of the machine will still

be hot. Danger of scalding!

Procedure for draining the machine

^Place a suitable container under the

access flap.

When draining water from the

machine, do not unscrew the drain

filter completely or take it right out.

^Unscrew the drain filter lid until water

runs out.

To interrupt the flow of water:

^Tighten the drain filter back up again.

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Once the flow of water ceases:

^Remove the drain filter completely.

^Clean it thoroughly.

^Remove any foreign objects (e.g.

buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff from the

filter housing. Turn the impeller by

hand to check that it rotates freely.

Any foreign object causing an

obstruction should be removed.

^Put the drain filter back in place and

secure.

,Make sure the drain filter is

securely tightened. Otherwise there

is a risk of water leakage during use.

Opening the drum door

,Always make sure that the drum

is stationary before reaching into the

machine to remove laundry.

Reaching into a moving drum is

extremely dangerous.

^Pull the emergency release

downwards (see illustration). The

drum door will open.

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Customer contact

In the event of any faults which you

cannot remedy yourself please contact

–Your Miele dealer or

–Your nearest Miele Service

Department (see back cover for the

address).

When contacting your Dealer or the

Service Department, please quote the

model and serial number of your

appliance, both of which are shown on

the data plate visible at the top inside of

the door above the porthole glass when

the door is open.

Optional accessories

Optional accessories for this washing

machine are available from your Miele

Dealer, the Miele Spare Parts

Department or via the internet on

www.miele.co.uk.

Please note that telephone calls may

be monitored and recorded for

training purposes.

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Front view

aInlet hose (tested to withstand

pressure of at least 7,000 kPa)

bElectricity supply cable

c-fFlexible drain hose (with

detachable swivel elbow)

gControl panel

hDetergent dispenser drawer

iDrum door

jAccess to drain filter, drain pump

and emergency release

kHandle recesses for moving the

machine

lFour height adjustable feet

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Rear view

aProtruding lid for holding when

moving the machine

bElectricity supply cable

cInlet hose (tested to withstand

pressure of at least 7,000 kPa)

dDrain hose

eTransit bar covers

fRestraining clip for inlet hose and

drain hose

gRestraining clips for transit bars

when removed

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Installation surface

A concrete floor is the most suitable

installation surface for a washing

machine, being far less prone to

vibration during the spin cycle than

wooden floorboards or a carpeted

surface.

Please note the following points:

^The machine must be level and

securely positioned.

^To avoid vibrations during spinning,

the machine should not be installed

on soft floor coverings.

If installing on a wooden joist floor:

^We recommend a plywood base

(at least 59x52x3 cm). The base

should span several joists and be

bolted to the joists and not only to the

floorboards. Check for the presence

of pipes and cables.

If possible, install the machine in a

corner, as this is usually the most stable

part of the floor.

,If the machine is installed on a

raised plinth, it has to be secured

against slippage during spinning

using retaining clips (available from

the Miele Spare Parts Dept).

Installing the washing machine

To manoeuvre the machine out of its

packing case to its installation site hold

it by the edge of the lid where it

protrudes to the rear of the washing

machine as well as by the handle

recesses at the front.

,Ensure that the machine feet and

the floor are dry to prevent the

machine from slipping during the

spin cycle.

Removing the transit bars

^To remove the left and right covers

1. Use a screwdriver to prise out the

cover as illustrated.

2. Pull the cover forwards to remove.

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^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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,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 on to the two holes.

Then plug the holes as shown with

the caps.

^Secure the transit bars to the back of

the washing machine. Make sure that

holes bare fitted over retainers a.

,The washing machine must not

be moved without the transit bars in

place.

Store the transit bars as shown or

keep them in a safe place for future

use. They must be re-fitted if the

machine is to be moved again

(e.g.when moving house).

Re-fitting the transit bars

Re-fitting is carried out by reversing the

procedure.

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Levelling the machine

The machine must stand perfectly level

on all four feet to ensure safe and

proper operation.

Incorrect installation may increase

electricity and water consumption and

may cause the machine to move about.

Screwing out and adjusting the feet

The four adjustable screw feet are used

to level the machine. All four feet are

screwed in when the machine is

delivered.

^Using the spanner supplied turn

counter nut 2in a clockwise

direction. Then turn counter nut 2

together with foot 1to unscrew.

^Use a spirit level to check the

machine is standing level.

^Hold foot 1securely with a pipe

wrench. Turn counter nut 2again

using the spanner supplied until it

sits firmly up against the housing.

,All four counternuts must be

firmly up against the housing. Please

also check this for the feet which did

not need adjustment. Otherwise

there is the danger of the machine

moving about.

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The fitting of building under kits and

stacking kits must only be

undertaken by qualified and

competent persons, in accordance

with the instructions supplied with

the kit.

Building under a continuous

worktop/in a kitchen run

If you wish to push your machine under

a worktop and there is space to do this

without removing the lid, the

conversion kit is not necessary.

Otherwise the conversion kit is

essential.

– A special building under conversion

kit* is required.

To ensure electrical safety, the

washing machine lid must be

replaced by the cover plate supplied

with the conversion kit.

– For installation under a work surface

900/910 mm from the floor, a raising

kit* is required.

–Connections for electricity, water and

drainage should be installed in such

a way that they remain accessible

when the machine is in place.

Fitting instructions are supplied with the

conversion kit.

All parts marked* are available from

your Dealer or the Miele Spare Parts

Department.

Washer and Dryer stack

A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked

with the washing machine. A "WTV"

stacking kit* is necessary and can be

purchased from the Miele Spare Parts

Department.

Please note

aSafety distance to wall:

at least 2 cm

bHeight:

Stacking kit with pull-out shelf:

approx. 169 cm

Stacking kit without pull-out shelf:

approx. 170 cm

Replacing the lid

If the lid has been removed in order to

fit a stacking kit or cover plate, ensure

that, if the lid is replaced, it fits securely

into the rear holders. Otherwise, it is not

properly secure for transport.

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The Miele water protection

system

The Miele water protection system

protects the washing machine from

water damage.

The system consists of three main

components:

1) the inlet hose

2) the electronic unit and the washing

machine housing

3) the drain hose

1) Inlet hose

The inlet hose can withstand

pressure of more than 7,000 kPa.

2) Electronic unit and washing

machine housing

– Sump

Any leaking water is collected in a

sump in the base of the machine. A

float switches off the safety valves,

preventing any more water flowing

into the machine and water in the

suds container is pumped away.

–Overflow protection

This prevents the washing machine

taking in too much water. If the water

level exceeds a certain level, the

drain pump switches in and pumps

the excess water away.

3) Drain hose

The drain hose is protected by a

ventilation system which prevents the

washing machine from being

emptied completely.

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Connection to the water

supply

The machine should be connected to a

mains water supply in accordance with

local and national safety regulations.

The German authorities do not require it

to have a non-return valve as the

washing machine has been designed

to comply with DIN regulations.

The machine is designed to operate

with a flow pressure of between

100 kPa and 1,000 kPa. If it is higher

than 1,000 kPa it is essential to fit a

pressure reducing valve.

Connection to the mains water supply

should incorporate a mains stopcock

with 3/4" thread. The stopcock should

be fitted by a qualified plumber.

,The connection point is subject

to mains water pressure. Turn on the

stopcock slowly and check for leaks.

Correct the position of the washer

and union if appropriate.

The washing machine is not suitable

for connection to a hot water supply

and connection to a household

water softener is not recommended.

Maintenance and care

Only use a genuine Miele hose should

you ever need a replacement or

extension. These are tested to

withstand pressure of at least

7,000 kPa.

In order to protect the water inlet

valve, the two dirt filters - one in the

open end of the inlet hose, one at

the inlet point in the machine must

not be removed.

Extension hose

–Longer hoses 2.5 or 4.0 m in length

are available from your Miele dealer

or the Miele Spare Parts Department

as optional extras.

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Connection to the drainage

system

The machine drains via a drain pump

with a delivery head of 1 metre*.

The drain hose must not be kinked as

this restricts drainage. The swivel elbow

at the end of the hose can be turned in

either direction, or can be detached if

required, with a sharp twist and pull.

If required, the drain hose can be

extended to a length of 5 m. The

necessary parts can be purchased

from the Miele Spare Parts Department

or your Miele dealer.

* For a delivery head of more than 1 m

(up to a maximum of 1.8 m) a second

duo-drain pump is available with the

corresponding kit from the Miele Spare

Parts Department or your Miele Dealer.

Drain hose connection:

1. Direct into a sink or basin:

Please note the following

–Hook the hose over the edge and

secure.

–Make sure that the water can drain

away freely without hindrance.

Otherwise there is a risk of water

overflowing or of some of the drained

water being sucked back into the

machine.

2. Connected securely to a plastic

drain pipe with a rubber nipple.

There is no need to use a non-return

valve.

3. Connected securely to a standpipe.

4. Connected securely to a floor gully.

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Electrical connection U.K.

All electrical work should be carried out

by a suitably qualified and competent

person, in strict accordance with

current national and local safety

regulations (BS 7671 in the UK).

Ensure power is not supplied to the

appliance until after installation work

has been carried out.

The appliance is supplied with a mains

cable with moulded plug ready for

connection to a 230-240V mains

supply.

Please ensure the connection data

quoted on the data plate match the

household mains supply.

Connection should be made via a

suitable switched socket which is easily

accessible after installation.

For extra safety it is advisable to install

a residual current device (RCD), with a

trip current of 30 mA (in accordance

with DIN VDE 0664, VDE 0100 Section

739).

Do not connect via an extension lead.

Extension leads do not guarantee the

required safety of the appliance (e.g.

danger of overheating).

Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363

The fuse cover must be refitted when

changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover

is lost, the plug must not be used until a

suitable replacement is obtained. The

colour of the correct replacement cover

is that of the coloured insert in the base

of the plug, or the colour that is

embossed in words on the base of the

plug (as applicable to the design of

plug fitted).

Replacement fuses should be ASTA

approved to BS 1362 and have the

correct rating. Replacement fuses and

fuse covers may be purchased from

your local electrical supplier.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE

MUST BE EARTHED

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Load Consumption data

Energy Water Duration

in kWh in litres Short Normal

Cottons 95°C 5.0 kg 1.70 45 1 h 42 min 1 h 57 min

60°C1) 5.0 kg 0.85 45 – 1 h 56 min

60°C 5.0 kg 0.85 45 1 h 26 min 1 h 56 min

40°C1) 5.0 kg 0.50 45 – 1 h 56 min

40°C 5.0 kg 0.50 45 1 h 26 min 1 h 56 min

Minimum iron 40°C1) 2.5 kg 0.45 49 1 h 01 min 1 h 16 min

Delicates 30°C 1.0 kg 0.35 65 49 min 59 min

Silks /30°C 1.0 kg 0.24 39 – 37 min

Woollens /30°C 2.0 kg 0.23 37 – 40 min

Quick wash 40°C 2.5 kg 0.35 35 – 31 min

Automatic 40°C 3.0 kg 0.30 - 0.60 30 - 50 54 min 1 h 09 min

1) EN 60456 test programme

Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given depending on water

pressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room temperature, type and

volume of load, fluctuations in the electricity supply and any additional options

selected.

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Height 85.0 cm

Width 59.5 cm

Depth 58.0 cm

Depth with door open 97.5 cm

Weight 93 kg

Maximum floor load 1600 Newton (approx. 160 kg)

Capacity 5 kg dry laundry

Voltage see data plate

Rated load see data plate

Fuse rating see data plate

Consumption data see "Consumption data"

Water flow pressure minimum 100 kPa (1 bar)

Water flow pressure maximum 1000 kPa (10 bar)

Inlet hose length 1.60 m

Drain hose length 1.50 m

Connection cable length 1.60 m

Delivery head max. 1.00 m

Drain pump length max. 5.00 m

Test certificates awarded see data plate

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Programmable functions

for changing standard settings

The programmable functions can be

used to tailor washing programmes to

suit your individual requirements.

The programmable functions are

activated with the help of the Start

button and the programme selector.

Water plus system

Selecting the Water plus additional

option increases the water intake in

the programmes listed below.

The water intake is increased in the

wash and rinse stages and in the

Cottons and Minimum iron programmes

an extra rinse cycle is introduced.

There are four different settings which

can be programmed to alter the water

intake for the following programmes:

– Cottons

– Minimum iron

– Quick wash

–Automatic

–Silks

The programmed setting is then

activated by pressing the Water plus

additional option button.

The settings are as follows:

Setting 1:

an increase in the rinse water level for

the programmes listed.

Setting 2:

an increase in the water level in the

main wash and rinses for the

programmes listed (the washing

machine is delivered with setting 2

programmed as standard).

Setting 3:

an extra rinse cycle in the Cottons and

Minimum iron programmes.

Setting 4:

an increase in the water level in the

main wash and rinses for the

programmes listed and also an extra

rinse cycle in the Cottons and Minimum

iron programmes. This setting should

be programmed in if laundry is too hard

after drying and if someone in the

household suffers from a detergent

allergy.

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Follow steps Ato Gto programme

and store a setting in memory.

Before you begin, first ensure that:

–The washing machine is switched off.

–The machine is properly closed.

–The programme selector is at Finish.

APress the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

Bto C.

BSwitch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off button.

CWait until the Start indicator light

comes on . . .

D. . . and then release the Start

button.

ETurn the programme selector to the

Cottons 75°C position:

APwill flash in the display alternating

with the number 1, 2, 3 or 4.

FEach subsequent press on the Start

button selects a different setting.

The number alternating with the Pin the

display refers to the settings as follows:

1 = Setting 1 is selected

(increased water level in the

rinses)

2= Setting 2 is selected

(increased water level in the main

wash and in the rinses)

3= Setting 3 is selected

(extra rinse in the Cottons and

Minimum iron programmes)

4= Setting 4 is selected

(increase in the water level in the

main wash and rinses and also an

extra rinse in the Cottons and

Minimum iron programmes).

GSwitch the washing machine off with

the I-On/0-Off button.

The Water plus button has now been

allocated the setting you have chosen.

This setting will remain in memory until

another setting is programmed.

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Gentle action

Activating gentle action reduces the

drum action and is suitable for

washing slightly soiled items more

gently. It should be activated for

garments with a single bar under the

care label and for articles which feel

too hard after they have been dried.

Gentle action can be used with the

Cottons,Quick wash,Starch and Auto-

matic programmes.

If "Gentle action" is programmed into

the machine, every wash cycle in these

programmes will be carried out with

gentle action rhythm.

The washing machine is delivered with

"Gentle action" de-activated.

Follow steps Ato Gto programme

and store in memory.

Before you begin, first ensure that:

–The washing machine is switched off.

–The machine is properly closed.

–The programme selector is at Finish.

APress the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

Bto C.

BSwitch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off button.

CWait until the Start indicator light

comes on . . .

D. . . and then release the Start

button.

ETurn the programme selector to the

Cottons 60°C position:

APwill flash in the display alternating

with the number 0or 1.

0= Gentle action is deactivated.

1= Gentle action is activated

FPress the Start button to change from

one to the other. The display will

change accordingly from 0to 1or

from 1to 0.

GSwitch the washing machine off with

the I-On/0-Off button.

The setting you have selected is now

stored in memory and will remain so

until you alter it.

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Top-up rinse for Cottons

When this is activated, additional

water flows into the drum at the end

of the main wash to cool the suds

down. Hot suds can damage plastic

drainage pipes.

Top-up rinse takes place when

temperatures of 95°C and 75°C are

selected.

Top-up rinse should be activated:

–to prevent the danger of scalding if

the drain hose is hooked over the

edge of a sink or basin.

– where the drainage pipes do not

comply with DIN 1986.

The washing machine is delivered with

the Top-up rinse for Cottons de-

activated.

Follow steps Ato Gto programme

and store in memory.

Before you begin, first ensure that:

–The washing machine is switched off.

–The machine is properly closed.

–The programme selector is at Finish.

APress the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

Bto C.

BSwitch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off button.

CWait until the Start indicator light

comes on . . .

D. . . and then release the Start

button.

ETurn the programme selector to the

Cottons 40°C position:

APwill flash in the display alternating

with the number 0or 1.

0= Top-up rinse is deactivated

1= Top-up rinse is activated

FPress the Start button to change from

one to the other. The display will

change accordingly from 0to 1or

from 1to 0.

GSwitch the washing machine off with

the I-On/0-Off button.

The setting you have selected is now

stored in memory and will remain so

until you alter it.

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Memory Function

If an additional option(s) is selected

for a programme, and / or the spin

speed is altered, the machine stores

these changes in memory at the start

of a programme.

When that particular programme is

chosen again, the display will show the

additional option(s) and / or spin speed

which have been stored for that

programme in the memory.

The washing machine is delivered with

the memory function de-activated.

Follow steps Ato Gto programme

and store in memory.

Before you begin, first ensure that:

– The washing machine is switched off.

– The machine is properly closed.

– The programme selector is at Finish.

APress the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

Bto C.

BSwitch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off button.

CWait until the Start indicator light

comes on . . .

D. . . and then release the Start

button.

ETurn the programme selector to the

Cottons 30°C position:

APwill flash in the display alternating

with the number 0or 1.

0= Memory function is deactivated

1= Memory function is activated

FPress the Start button to change from

one to the other. The display will

change accordingly from 0to 1or

from 1to 0.

GSwitch the washing machine off with

the I-On/0-Off button.

The setting you have selected is now

stored in memory and will remain so

until you alter it.

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Soak

A length of time of between 30 minutes

and 2 hours can be programmed in 30

minute increments for the soak

process.

If the soak option is pressed the

selected soak time will be carried out

for the period selected before the wash

programme is run.

The machine is set as standard to a two

hour soak time.

Follow steps Ato Gto programme

and store in memory.

Before you begin, first ensure that:

– The washing machine is switched off.

– The machine is properly closed.

– The programme selector is at Finish.

APress the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

Bto C.

BSwitch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off button.

CWait until the Start indicator light

comes on . . .

D. . . and then release the Start

button.

ETurn the programme selector to the

Minimum iron 60°C position:

APwill flash in the display alternating

with the number 1, 2, 3 or 4.

FEach subsequent press on the Start

button selects a different setting.

The number alternating with the Pin the

display refers to the settings as follows:

1= the soak time is 2 hours

(default setting)

2= the soak time is 1 hour 30 minutes

3= the soak time is 1 hour

4= the soak time is 30 minutes

GSwitch the washing machine off with

the I-On/0-Off button.

The setting you have selected is now

stored in memory and will remain so

until you alter it.

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