Miele Washer W 3444 WPS User Manual

Operating instructions

for Washing machine

W 3444 WPS

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. 06 475 430

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Contents

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

Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Disposal of your old appliance or machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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

Description of the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Washing environmentally and economically. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Energy and water consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Additional options

(Short, Soak, Pre-wash) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

When drying with a tumble dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

How to wash correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Brief instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Additional options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Short. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Pre-wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Soak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Water plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Final spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Rinse and interim spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

To omit the final spin (Rinse hold). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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Contents

Garment care label symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Changing the programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Cancelling a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

To interrupt a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Altering a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Skipping a programme stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Electronic system lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

The correct detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Water softeners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Washing with several components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Fabric conditioners and liquid starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry

at the end of a programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Adding fabric conditioner or starch separately . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Colour run and dye removers / dyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

E-Cloth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Extra cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Cleaning the filter in the water inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

The programme does not start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on. . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme continues as normal. . 36

General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

An unsatisfactory wash result . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

The drum door does not open when you press the Door button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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

or power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Blocked drain outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Opening the drum door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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Contents

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Future updates (PC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Appliance guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Installation surface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Installing the washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Removing the transit fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Re-fitting the transit bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Levelling the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Screwing out and adjusting the feet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Building under a continuous worktop/in a kitchen run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Washer and Dryer stack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

The Miele Waterproof system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Connection to the water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Connection to the drainage system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Electrical connection U.K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Programmable functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Water plus system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Gentle action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Top-up rinse for Cottons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Memory function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Soak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

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Warning and safety instructions

The electrical safety of this

To avoid the risk of accidents and

machine can only be guaranteed

when continuity is complete between

the machine and an effective earthing

system which complies with local and

national regulations. It is most important

that this basic safety requirement is

present and regularly tested and where

there is any doubt the household wiring

system should be inspected by a

qualified electrician.

damage to the machine please read

these instructions carefully before

using it for the first time. They

contain important information on its

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 of the

machine.

The manufacturer cannot be held liable

for the consequences of an inadequate

earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

Correct usage

Do not connect the machine to the

mains electricity supply by an

extension lead. Extension leads do not

guarantee the required safety of the

machine (e.g. danger of overheating).

Only use the washing machine to

wash items which are specified by

the manufacturer to be machine-wash-

able on the wash-care label, and tex-

tiles 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 danger-

ous. The manufacturer is not liable for

damage resulting from improper use or

operation.

The machine is built in accordance

with current safety requirements.

Unauthorised repairs could result in

unforeseen dangers for the user, for

which the manufacturer cannot accept

liability. Repairs should only be

undertaken by a Miele approved

technician.

Technical safety

Ensure current is not supplied to the

machine until after maintenance or

repair work has been carried out.

Before setting up the machine,

check it for any externally visible

damage. Do not install and use a

damaged machine.

The machine is only completely

isolated from the electricity supply

when:

Before connecting the machine,

ensure that the connection data on

the data plate match the mains

electricity supply. If in any doubt,

consult a qualified electrician.

– 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.

– 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 have been met:

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.

– the machine is correctly plumbed in

and connected to the electricity

supply.

Before using the machine for the

first time, check that the transit

fittings at the rear of the machine have

been removed (see section on

"Installation"). During spinning, a transit

fitting which is still in place may result in

damage to both the machine and

adjacent furniture or appliances.

– if a fault has been identified, the

machine must be examined by a

competent person before further use,

and repaired if necessary.

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.

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.

If the connection cable is faulty it

must only be replaced by a Miele

approved service technician to protect

the user from danger.

Flooding danger

In countries where there are areas

If hooking the drain hose into a

which may be subject to infestation wash basin, check that the water can

by cockroaches or other vermin, pay

particular attention to keeping the

machine and its surroundings in a

clean condition at all times. Any

damage which may be caused by

cockroaches or other vermin will not be

covered by the guarantee.

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.

Use

This equipment may only be used

in mobile installations such as

ships, caravans, aircraft etc. if a risk

assessment of the installation has been

carried out by a suitably qualified

engineer.

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Warning and safety instructions

If the correct amount of detergent

is dispensed, the machine should

not need to be descaled. If, however,

you do wish to descale the machine

only use proprietary non-corrosive

descaling agents and strictly observe

the instructions on the packaging. If in

doubt, contact the Miele Customer

Service Dept. or your Miele Dealer.

Safety with children

This machine is not a toy! To avoid

the risk of injury do not allow

children to play on or near it or to play

with the controls. Supervise its use by

the elderly or infirm, and supervise

children whilst you are operating the

machine.

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.

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.

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.

Only use dyes specified by the

manufacturer as being suitable for

use in a domestic washing machine.

Always observe the manufacturer's

instructions carefully.

Disposal of your old machine

Before discarding an old machine,

switch it off at the wall socket and

unplug it. Render the plug useless. Cut

off the cable directly behind the

appliance to prevent misuse. This

should be done by a competent

person.

Colour run and dye removers

contain sulphur compounds which

can cause damage such as corrosion.

Do not use these products in this

machine.

The manufacturer cannot be held

liable for damage caused by non-

compliance with these Warning and

Safety instructions.

Always make sure the drum is

stationary before reaching in to

remove washing. Reaching into a

moving drum is extremely dangerous.

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Description of the machine

Control panel

aDisplay

fProgramme selector

See the following page for more

information.

For selecting the wash programme

and temperature for that programme.

The programme selector can be

turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.

bStart button

Starts the wash programme.

gProgramme sequence indicator

lights

cAdditional option buttons

Additional options can be added to

the basic programme.

Show which section of the wash

programme has been reached.

Use the top button to select either

the Short, Pre-wash, or Soak option.

Use the lower button to select the

Water plus option.

Indicator light on = option selected

Indicator light off = option not

selected

hCheck lights

iI-On/0-Off button

For switching the machine on or off

or interrupting a programme.

jDoor button

Opens the machine door.

dIndicator lights for spin speed,

Rinse hold or Without spin.

eSpin button

For selecting the final spin speed,

Rinse hold or Without spin.

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Description of the machine

Display

Programmable functions

The display shows:

The programmable functions can be

used to tailor washing programmes to

suit your individual requirements. In

programming mode, the display will

show the function selected.

– the programme duration (Time left

display)

– the programmable functions

Programme duration

After the start of a programme, the

estimated programme duration will

appear in the display in hours and

minutes.

During the first 10 minutes the washing

machine measures how much water is

being absorbed by the laundry and

uses this to calculate the load. The

programme duration may be longer or

shorter depending on this absorbency

rate.

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Before using for the first time

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.

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Washing environmentally and economically

Energy and water consumption

Detergent

– Water consumption and energy

usage are determined by the size of

the load.

– Do not exceed the amounts of

detergent recommended by the

manufacturer on the packaging.

To make the most out of your

machine, load the maximum dry load

for the programme you are using.

– Reduce the amount of detergent with

smaller loads (approx. ¹/₃less than

the amount recommended can be

used when washing a half load).

– Use the Automatic and Express

programmes for small loads.

Additional options

(Short, Soak, Pre-wash)

– 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 time

left shown in the display is adjusted

during the course of the wash

programme.

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.

– Using the Cottons 60°C programme

instead of the Cottons 95°C

– A wash programme together with the

Soak option for heavily soiled

laundry.

programme will give energy savings

of between 35% and 45%. This is

sufficient for most levels of soiling.

For stubborn or old stains, use the

Soak option.

– The Pre-wash additional option for

laundry with large amounts of dirt

(e.g. dust, sand).

– 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.

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How to wash correctly

Brief instructions

,^{If you use a solvent-based clean-}

ing agent (e.g. one containing ben-

zene) to pre-treat a stain, make sure

that any plastic parts (e.g. buttons)

are protected, and that the cleaning

agent is rinsed off before washing the

garment in the machine.

The headings numbered A, B, C, . . .

show the operating sequence and can

be used as brief instructions.

ASort the laundry

,^{Do not use solvent-based}

cleaning agents in this machine.

^ Sort the laundry by colour and by

care label. Most garments have a

textile care label in the collar or side

seam.

Dark textiles often contain excess dye

and should be washed separately

several times before being included in

a mixed load. Always wash whites and

coloureds separately.

^ Empty all pockets.

,^{Foreign objects (e.g. nails,}

coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause

damage to garments and

– Curtains: Remove lead weights first

or place in a laundry bag.

components in the machine.

– Underwiring and collar stiffeners:

Any loose wiring in bras, shirt collar

stiffeners, etc. should be removed or

sewn in.

^ Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should

be cleaned as soon as possible,

preferably whilst still fresh. Spillages

should be carefully dabbed off using

a soft colourfast cloth. Do not rub!

– Knitted garments, trousers and

jeans, T-shirts and sweat shirts: Turn

inside out, if recommended by the

manufacturer.

Badly soiled areas can be pre-treated

with liquid detergent, stain removers

etc. first, following the manufacturer's

instructions. With particularly stubborn

stains ask your dry cleaner for advice.

– Close any zips, fasten hooks and

eyes etc before washing.

– Fasten duvet covers etc. to prevent

small items from being rolled up

inside them.

Do not wash any items in this machine

which are specified by the

manufacturer as not washable on the

care label. (h symbol)

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How to wash correctly

BSwitch on the washing machine

DSelect a programme

CLoad the drum

^ Press the Door button to open the

drum door.

^ Unfold the laundry and load loosely

in the drum. Mixing both large and

small items gives better wash results

and also helps distribute the load

evenly during spinning.

The most efficient use of energy and

water is achieved when a full load is

washed. Do not overload as this causes

creases and reduces cleaning

efficiency.

^ Turn the programme selector to the

required programme.

The estimated programme duration will

then show in the display.

Make sure that no garments are

caught between the drum door and

seal.

^ Shut the door with a gentle swing.

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How to wash correctly

ESelect additional option(s)

FSelect a spin speed

Each press of the top button selects the

additional options in the following order:

Short, Pre-wash, Soak, no selection.

Use the lower button to select the Water

plus option.

^ Press the "Spin" button repeatedly

until the indicator light for the spin

speed you want comes on.

^ Select the option you want.

Not all the additional options are

suitable for every programme.

You can only select additional

options which are compatible with

the basic programme being used.

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How to wash correctly

GAdd 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.

^ Pull out the detergent drawer and

place detergent in the compartments

as follows:

. . . too much results in:

– Excessive foam which causes a low

level of agitation and poor wash,

rinse and spin results.

Detergent for Pre-wash (if selecting

Pre-wash, add ¹/₄of the total amount

recommended). This compartment is

also used for starch formulations

when starching separately.

– Higher water consumption (an

additional rinse cycle will

automatically switch in).

– A burden to the environment.

Detergent for the main wash,

including Soak if selected

Fabric conditioners or liquid starch

^ Close the detergent drawer.

See "Detergent" for further information.

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How to wash correctly

HStart the programme

^ Press the flashing Start button.

The estimated programme duration will

show in the display. During the first

10 minutes the washing machine

measures how much water is being

absorbed by the laundry. The

programme duration may be longer or

shorter depending on this absorbency

rate.

IRemove the laundry

^ Check the folds in the door seal for

any small articles, e.g. buttons which

might be lodged there.

Only remove laundry from the

machine once the drum has

stopped turning. Reaching into a

moving drum is extremely

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

button and turn the programme

selector to Finish.

dangerous and could result in injury.

When the programme has finished, the

Anti-crease/Finish indicator light will

come on.

^ Close the drum door. Otherwise there

is the danger of objects being placed

inadvertently in the drum. If these

remained unnoticed and were

washed in the next load, they could

damage the laundry.

^ Press the Door button to open the

drum door.

^ Remove the laundry.

Check that all items have been

removed from the drum. Items left in

the drum could discolour other items

in the next wash or become

discoloured themselves.

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Additional options

You can use the additional option

buttons to augment the basic wash

programmes.

Water plus

If you want to increase the water level

for a wash process you can choose one

of four settings for the Water plus

button. See "Programmable functions -

Water plus system".

Short

For light to nomal soiling with no

visible staining.

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.

The duration of the main wash is

reduced.

In the Dark garments and Denim

programmes, 2 rinses will be carried

out instead of 3.

Pre-wash

For laundry with large amounts of dirt

e.g. dust, sand.

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 default setting is 2 hours.

To programme in a different soak period

see "Programmable functions – Soak

duration".

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Spinning

Final spin speed

To omit the final spin (Rinse hold)

Programme

Cottons

rpm

1600

1200

600

^ Select the Rinse hold setting. The

laundry will not be spun and will

remain suspended in the final rinse

water. This reduces creasing if the

laundry is not going to be removed

from the drum immediately after the

end of the programme.

Minimum iron

Delicates

Automatic

Dark garments

Shirts

900

1200

600

– To start the final spin:

Denim

900

Express

1600

400

The Rinse hold indicator light above

the "Spin" button will be lit up. Use

the "Spin" button to select the spin

speed you want. The final spin will

then begin.

Silks

Woollens

1200

1600

1200

Drain/Spin

Separate rinse/Starch

– To end the programme:

You can reduce the final spin speed.

However, you cannot select a final spin

speed higher than that shown in the

chart above.

Press the Door button. The water will

drain away. Press the Door button

again to open the door.

To omit rinse and interim spin and

the final spin

Rinse and interim spin

There is a spin after the main wash and

between the rinses. A reduction in the

final spin speed will also reduce the

interim spin speed. If a spin speed of

less than 700 rpm is selected for a

Cottons programme, an additional rinse

is introduced.

^ Select the Without spin setting. The

laundry is not spun after the final

rinse. The water will drain away and

the machine will go straight into the

anti-crease stage. An additional rinse

is introduced if this setting is selected

with the Cottons, Minimum Iron and

Automatic programmes.

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Programme chart

Cottons 30°C to 95°C 9876

Max. load 6.0 kg

Max. load 3.0 kg

Fabric

Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics.

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

Note for test institutes:

Short programme: 3.0 kg load and additional option Short

Minimum iron^*)30°C to 60°C 421876

Fabric

Synthetics, mixed fibres and easy care cottons. Reduce the

spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.

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

Delicates cold to 40°C 21ac

Max. load 2.0 kg

Fabric

For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres,

rayon and easy care cottons.

Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-

washable by the manufacturer.

Additional options Short or Pre-wash or Soak

Notes – Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with

Pre-wash advisable.

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

select Without spin.

Automatic 40°C 72

Fabric

Max. load 3.5 kg

Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and

Minimum iron programmes. Sort according to colour.

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

Dark garments^*)40°C 72

Max. load 3.0 kg

Garment

Additional options Short or Pre-wash or Soak

Notes Wash inside out.

Dark garments made from cotton or mixed fibres.

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Programme chart

Shirts 40°C

Max. load 2.0 kg

Additional options Pre-wash or Soak

Notes

– Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary.

– Wash silk garments in the Silks programme.

Max. load 3.0 kg

Denim 40°C

Additional options Short or Pre-wash or Soak

Notes

– Wash denim inside out.

– Denim often contains excess dye and will run during the

first few washes. Wash light and dark coloured items

separately.

Express 40°C 72

Max. load 3.0 kg

Fabric

Small loads of items which require freshening up and which

can be washed in a Cottons programme.

Silks / 30°C c

Max. load 1.0 kg

Fabric

Silks and other handwashable fabrics with no wool content,

e.g. satin, lace and silk.

Additional option Water plus

Notes

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

Woollens^*)/ cold to 40°C ac

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.

Drain/Spin

Max. load 6.0 kg

Notes

Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.

Drain only: Select Without spin.

Separate rinse/Starch^*)

Max. load 6.0 kg

Note When using starch, laundry should be washed but not

treated with fabric conditioner.

During the final spin the 1300 rpm indicator light will come on. However, to

protect the laundry, the machine will only spin at 1200 rpm during this spin.

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Programme sequence

Main wash

Rinses

Spinning

Water

level

Wash

Water Rinses

level

Interim

Final spin

rhythm

–

spin

–

Cottons

(

–

(

–

2-3¹⁾

2-3²⁾

Minimum iron

Delicates

Automatic

Dark garments

Shirts

2-3²⁾

–

Denim

–

Express

–

Silks

Woollens

Drain/Spin

–

Separate rinse/

Starch

–

(

–

d = Low water level

( = Medium water level

e = High water level

a= Normal wash rhythm

b= Gentle action

c= Woollens

d= Silks

See the following page for more information about the programme sequences.

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Programme sequence

This washing machine has fully

electronic controls with automatic load

recognition. It takes in the right amount

of water required for the programme

depending on the amount of laundry

and its absorbency rate. This means

that programme cycles and durations

can vary.

Special features in the programme

sequences:

Anti-crease:

At the end of every programme, with

the exception of the Woollens

programme, the drum continues to turn

at intervals for up to 30 minutes to help

prevent creasing. The door can be

opened and laundry removed at any

time during the anti-crease phase.

The programme sequences outlined in

the chart are based on the basic

programme with a full load. Additional

options which can be selected have not

been taken into account.

The water level in the rinses is

increased when a temperature below

60°C is selected.

The programme sequence display

shows the stage the programme has

reached.

A third rinse is carried out if:

– there is too much foam in the drum

– a spin speed lower than 700 rpm has

been selected

– Without spin has been selected

²⁾A third rinse is carried out if:

Without spin has been selected

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Garment care label symbols

Washing

Ironing

The figure quoted in the bucket is the

maximum temperature the garment

can be washed at. The number of

bars under the symbol indicates the

level of agitation permitted.

The number of dots indicates the

ironing temperature

Hot iron (max sole plate temp.

approx. 200°C)

Medium hot iron (max sole

plate temp. approx. 150°C)

No bar under the symbol: =

normal agitation

Cool iron (max sole plate

temp. approx. 110°C). Do not

steam iron garments carrying

this symbol.

One bar under the symbol: =

reduced agitation

Two bars under the symbol: =

much reduced agitation

Do not iron

Hand wash (if no temperature

is specified use the lowest

temperature or cold)

Professional cleaning

Dry clean only. The letters

indicate the type of cleaning

agent required.

Do not wash

Professional Wet Clean only

Do not dry clean

Drying

The number of dots indicates the

drying temperature

Bleaching

Normal temperature

Low temperature

Do not tumble dry

{

Any oxidising bleaching

agent can be used

Only use an oxygen based

bleach or a non-chlorine

bleach

Do not bleach

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Changing the programme sequence

Cancelling a programme

Changing a programme

You can cancel a programme at any

time after it has started.

After the start of a programme it is no

longer possible to select a different

programme. If the programme selector

is moved, the Anti-crease/Finish

indicator light will start flashing.

However, the programme sequence

remains unaffected.

^ Turn the programme selector to

Finish.

The programme has been cancelled

when the Anti-crease/Finish indicator

light comes on.

Changing the temperature

If you want to remove the laundry:

^ Press the Door button.

It is possible to select a different

temperature up to 6 minutes after the

programme has started.

The suds will be pumped away.

If you want to select a different

programme:

Changing the spin speed

It is possible to change the spin speed

at any time.

^ Switch the machine off and then back

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

^ Select and start a new programme.

Selecting or deselecting an

additional option

To interrupt a programme

It is possible to select or deselect the

Water plus additional option up to 6

minutes after the programme has

started.

^ Switch the washing machine off with

I-On/0-Off button.

To continue with the same programme:

^ Switch the machine back on with the

I-On/0-Off button.

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 to

the appropriate programme again

within 4 seconds.

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Changing the programme sequence

Adding or removing laundry

after a programme has started

Safety lock

The safety lock prevents the machine

from being opened or the

programme cancelled during a wash

programme.

^ Press the Door button in until the

drum door springs open.

^ Add or remove items.

^ Close the door.

To activate the safety lock

The programme will continue

automatically.

^ After the start of a programme, press

the Start button for at least 4 seconds

until the Locked check light (lower

right on the control panel) comes on.

Please note:

Once a programme has started the

machine cannot recognise any

adjustment to the load.

The safety lock is now activated.

The safety lock is deactivated

automatically at the end of the

programme.

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.

To deactivate the safety lock

^ Press the Start button for at least 4

seconds until the Locked check light

(lower right on the control panel)

goes out.

The door cannot be opened, if:

– the suds temperature is above 55°C.

– the water is above a certain level.

– the safety lock is activated.

Exception:

If the programme selector has been

moved and the Anti-crease/Finish

indicator light is flashing in the

sequence display.

– the programme has reached the

Final spin stage.

^ First, turn the programme selector

back to the programme chosen

previously. The Anti-crease/Finish

indicator light will go out.

The Locked check light will come on if

the Door button is pressed when the

above conditions are present.

^ You can now deactivate the safety

lock.

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Changing the programme sequence

Electronic system lock

ENext slowly turn the programme

selector anti-clockwise stage by

The system lock prevents your

machine being used without your

knowledge.

stage to Shirts 40°C.

The Locked check light (lower right

on the control panel) will flash.

FNow release the Short, Pre-wash or

If the system lock has been activated it

is not possible to start a programme.

Soak button.

GTurn the programme selector to the

To activate the system lock

Finish position.

Before you begin, first ensure that:

– The drum door is closed.

HSwitch the washing machine off

using the I-On/0-Off button.

– The programme selector is at Finish.

To deactivate the system lock

ASwitch the machine on using the

Repeat steps A to F. The Locked

check light will go out.

I-On/0-Off button.

BPress the Short, Pre-wash or Soak

button and keep it pressed in while

carrying out steps C to E .

CSlowly turn the programme selector

clockwise stage by stage to Cottons

60°C.

DNow slowly turn the programme

selector anti-clockwise stage by

stage to Finish.

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Detergent

The correct detergent

All modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable.

Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these are supplied with the detergent. Tablets

are suitable for full loads but note that it may be impractical to reduce tablets for

smaller loads. Some tablets do not dissolve as rapidly as others and may not be

suitable for programmes with short durations.

Do not use biological detergents on silk as the enzymes may damage the silk!

Instructions for use and recommended amounts for a full load are given on the

detergent packaging.

Liquid detergent should be dispensed using a ball provided by the manufacturer

for programmes without a pre-wash.

For programmes with a pre-wash you will need to purchase a special container

from the Miele Spare Parts department which sits in the main wash compartment

j of the detergent dispenser drawer. Add liquid detergent to this container for

the main wash and to compartment i for the pre-wash.

All purpose

detergent for

whites*

Detergent for

coloured fabrics*

Detergent for

delicates

Cottons

Minimum iron

Delicates

Automatic

Dark garments

Shirts

X¹⁾

Denim

X¹⁾

Express

Silks

Liquid detergent for machine-washable silk and woollens

Liquid detergent for machine-washable woollens

Woollens

Separate rinse/ Liquid starch, starch formulations, viscous liquid starch, starch

Starch

1) Only use liquid detergent

*Powder detergent, tablet detergent, liquid detergent and liquid tab detergent.

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Detergent

The right amount to dispense will

depend on the following:

Water softeners

A water softener can be used to cut

down on the use of detergents in hard

water areas. Dispense according to the

amount specified on the packaging.

First add detergent and then the water

softener.

– The quantity of laundry.

– The soiling level of the laundry.

Lightly soiled

No visible dirt or stains.

Normally soiled

Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight

stains.

Use a quantity of detergent as for soft

water.

Miele do not recommend connecting

the machine to a household water

softener.

Heavily soiled

Visible dirt and stains and/or dried on

soiling.

– The water hardness level.

Check with your local water supplier

if you do not know the hardness level

in your area.

Washing with several

components

If you wash using several components

(e.g. special application detergents),

we recommend always dispensing the

agents into compartment j in the

following order:

1. Detergent

2. Water softener

3. Stain remover

This way the agents are distributed

more evenly.

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Detergent

Fabric conditioners and liquid

starch

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 powder starch

formulations or viscous liquid starch

to the § compartment as it will clog

up. See below.

Fabric conditioners make garments soft

to handle and help prevent static cling

when tumble drying.

Starch stiffens and gives body to items

of laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths and

bed linen.

Automatic dispensing of fabric

conditioner or liquid starch to

laundry at the end of a programme

Adding fabric conditioner or starch

separately

^ Dispense in accordance with

manufacturer's instructions on the

packaging.

^ Add powder or viscose starch to

compartment i.

^ Add the fabric conditioner or liquid

starch to compartment §.

^ Turn the programme selector to

Separate rinse/Starch

^ Add the fabric conditioner or liquid

starch to compartment §. Do not

exceed the maximum level mark.

^ Select a spin speed.

^ Press the Start button.

It will be automatically dispensed in the

last rinse. At the end of the programme

a small amount of water remains in the

fabric conditioner compartment §.

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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Cleaning and care

Extra cleaning

,^{Disconnect the machine from the}

mains electricity supply and

withdraw the plug from the socket

prior to cleaning the machine.

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.

^ Clean the casing with a mild non-

abrasive detergent or soap and

water. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

^ Clean the fascia panel with a damp

cloth and 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.

The washing machine must not be

hosed down.

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.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the detergent dispenser

drawer

Remove detergent residues regularly.

^ Clean the siphon.

1. Remove the siphon from

compartment §. Wash under

running warm water. Clean the

siphon tube in the same way.

^ 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.

2. Replace the siphon.

Over time, detergent residue can build

up in the water jets in the top of the

detergent drawer housing.

^ Clean the detergent drawer with

warm water.

^ Before replacing the detergent

drawer, use a bottle brush or similar

to clean them out.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the filter in the water

inlet

^ First turn off the stopcock.

^ Unscrew the threaded union

connecting the free end of the inlet

hose to the stopcock.

The washing machine has a filter to

protect the water inlet valve.

The accessible filter in the union in the

open end of the inlet hose should be

checked every six months, or more

often if there are frequent interruptions

to the external water supply.

^ Remove the rubber seal 1 from the

recess.

^ Using pointed pliers, take hold of the

plastic filter bar 2 and remove.

^ Clean the plastic filter.

^ Put the filter and seal back in the

reverse order and reconnect the

hose.

Turn on the stopcock and check the

connection is watertight. If water drips

out, tighten the connection.

Never forget to put the filter back in

place after cleaning.

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Problem solving guide

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 accordance with local and national safety

regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be

dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.

The programme does not start.

Problem

Possible cause

Remedy

Check that

The Anti-crease/Finish There is no power.

indicator light is not on,

or the Start indicator

– the mains plug is

plugged in and switched

on.

light is not flashing.

– the fuse or circuit breaker

has not tripped.

– the drum door is properly

shut.

The Locked check light The system lock has

Deactivate the system lock.

is flashing.

been activated.

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Problem solving guide

The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes

Problem

Possible cause

Remedy A

The Check drain light

flashes. "– – –" appears blocked.

in the display.

The water outlet is

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

is 1 m.

The Check inlet light

The water inlet is

Open the stopcock.

flashes. "– – –" appears blocked.

in the display.

The filter in the water

Clean the filter.

inlet hose is dirty.

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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Problem solving guide

A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme

continues as normal

Problem

Possible cause

Remedy A

The Check drain light The drain outlet is Clean the drain filter and the drain

flashes.

restricted.

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

The water inlet is Check whether

flashes.

restricted.

– 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 Excessive foam

check light comes on. 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 The position of the programme selector was altered

indicator light is

flashing.

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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Problem solving guide

General problems

Problem

Possible cause

Remedy

The machine shakes

during the spin cycle.

The machine feet are Level the machine (see

not level. "Installation").

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.

The programme selector The machine has switched off the light ring to save

light ring is not lit up.

energy. To switch the light ring back on again: press

one of the additional option buttons or turn the

programme selector.

Large amounts of

The water pressure is – Clean the filter in the

detergent residue remain too low.

in the detergent

dispenser drawer.

water inlet.

– It may be useful to press

the Water plus button.

Powder detergent

In future, add washing

powder into the dispenser

drawer first, and then add

the water softener.

used in conjunction

with water softeners

tends to become

sticky.

Fabric conditioner is not The siphon tube is not Clean the siphon, (see

completely dispensed or correctly positioned,

too much water remains or is clogged up.

in the § compartment.

“Cleaning and care" -

"Cleaning the detergent

dispenser drawer”).

The laundry has not

The spin speed

Select a higher spin speed

been spun satisfactorily. selected was too low. next time.

When laundry is dry it

feels hard to the touch.

Too vigorous wash

action.

Programme in gentle action

and more water.

Not enough detergent Increase detergent dose to

used.

prevent limescale build up

in laundry.

No fabric conditioner Use fabric conditioner in

used. last rinse.

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Problem solving guide

An unsatisfactory wash result

Problem

Possible cause

Remedy

Liquid detergent

does not give the

required result.

Liquid detergents

usually contain no

bleaching agents.

They do not remove

fruit, coffee and tea

stains.

– Use a general purpose

detergent containing a

bleaching agent.

– Pour stain removers into

compartment j of the

dispenser drawer and liquid

detergent into a dispenser ball.

– Never put stain removers and

liquid detergent together in the

dispenser drawer.

Grey, greasy

Insufficient amounts of – Use more detergent.

particles cling to

washed laundry.

detergent were used

to break down the

particles of grease in

heavily soiled laundry.

– Before washing the next load

run a Cottons 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.

White residues

which look like

powder detergent

are seen on dark

textiles after

The detergent

– Try and brush off the residues

with a soft brush once the

laundry is dry.

– Wash dark textiles using a

detergent which contains no

zeolites. Liquid detergents

usually contain no zeolites.

contained compounds

(zeolites) to aid water

softening which are

not soluble in water.

They have ended up

on the laundry.

washing.

– Use the Dark garments

programme.

Clothes are coming Programme was

out creased. overloaded.

– Reduce quantity of clothes in

drum.

The wrong programme – Check care labels and the

was used.

programme chart.

– Use easy iron conditioners.

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Problem solving guide

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

Possible cause

Remedy

The machine is not

connected to the

Put the plug in the socket and switch on and / or

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

electricity supply and / or

is not switched on.

The electronic programme This is automatically deactivated at the end of a

locking has been

activated.

programme. To deactivate it early see "Changing

the programme sequence".

The electronic system lock To deactivate it see "Changing the programme

has been activated.

sequence".

Power cut.

Open the drum door as described in "Opening the

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

power failure".

The door was not correctly Press hard against the lock side of the drum door

engaged.

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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Problem solving guide

Opening the drum door in the

event of a blocked drain outlet

and/or power failure

Blocked drain outlet

If the drain outlet is blocked, up to

25 litres of water will be retained in the

machine.

^ Switch the washing machine off.

There is a lever behind the detergent

drawer fascia panel.

,^{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.

^ Remove the lever.

^ Unscrew the drain filter lid until water

runs out.

To interrupt the flow of water:

^ Use it to open the access flap.

^ Tighten the drain filter back up again.

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Problem solving guide

Once the flow of water ceases:

,^{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.

^ Remove the drain filter completely.

^ Clean it thoroughly.

^ Pull the emergency release

downwards (see illustration). The

drum door will open.

^ Remove any foreign objects (e.g.

buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff from the

filter housing. Turn the impeller by

hand to check that it rotates freely.

Any foreign object causing an

obstruction should be removed.

^ Put the drain filter back in place and

secure.

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After sales service

In the event of any faults which you

cannot remedy yourself, please

contact:

Future updates (PC)

The indicator light marked PC is the

interface used by Miele service

technicians during servicing work for

testing purposes and for updating the

machine's programme data.

– your Miele Dealer or

– the Miele Service Department (see

back cover for contact details).

When contacting your Dealer or the

Service Department, please quote the

model and serial number of your

machine, both of which are shown on

the data plate visible above the

Appliance guarantee

Please see the guarantee card

supplied with your machine.

Optional accessories

porthole glass when the door is open.

Optional accessories for this washing

machine are available from your Miele

Dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts

Department.

Please note that telephone calls may

be monitored and recorded for

training purposes.

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Installation and connection

Front view

aInlet hose with "Waterproof" system

hDetergent dispenser drawer

bElectricity supply cable

iDrum door

c - f Flexible drain hose (with

jAccess to drain filter, drain pump

detachable swivel elbow)

and emergency release

gControl panel

kHandle recesses for moving the

machine

lFour height adjustable feet

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Installation and connection

Rear view

aProtruding lid for holding when

eTransit bar covers

moving the machine

fRestraining clip for inlet hose and

bElectricity supply cable

cInlet hose with "Waterproof" system

dDrain hose

drain hose

gRestraining clips for transit bars

when removed

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Installation and connection

Installation surface

Installing the washing machine

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.

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.

Please note the following points:

Do not lift the machine by the drum

door.

^ The machine must be level and

securely positioned.

^ To avoid vibrations during spinning,

the machine should not be installed

on soft floor coverings.

,^{Ensure that the machine feet and}

the floor are dry to prevent the

machine from slipping during the

spin cycle.

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.

Removing the transit bars

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).

^ 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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Installation and connection

^ Using the spanner supplied turn the

left-hand transit bar 90°, then

^ Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°,

then

^ withdraw the transit bar.

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Installation and connection

,^{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.

^ 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 b are fitted over retainers a.

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Installation and connection

Levelling the machine

The machine must stand perfectly level

on all four feet to ensure safe and

proper operation.

^ Using the spanner supplied turn

counter nut 2 in a clockwise

direction. Then turn counter nut 2

together with foot 1 to unscrew.

^ Use a spirit level to check the

machine is standing level.

Incorrect installation may increase

electricity and water consumption and

may cause the machine to move about.

^ 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.

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.

,^{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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Installation and connection

Washer and Dryer stack

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.

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

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.

The machine lid must be replaced by

a cover plate. To ensure electrical

safety the cover plate must be fitted.

– 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.

a Safety distance to wall:

at least 2 cm

b Height:

Stacking kit with pull-out shelf:

approx. 169 cm

Stacking kit without pull-out shelf:

approx. 170 cm

Fitting instructions are supplied with the

conversion kit.

All parts marked* are available from

your Dealer or the Miele Spare Parts

Department.

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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Installation and connection

The Miele Waterproof system

2) Electronic unit and washing

machine housing

The Miele Waterproof system protects

the washing machine from water

damage.

– Sump

Any leaking water is collected in a

sump in the base of the machine. A

float switches off the safety valves,

preventing any more water from

flowing into the machine and water in

the suds container is pumped away.

The system consists of three main

components:

1) the inlet hose

2) the electronic unit and the washing

machine housing

– Overflow protection

3) the drain hose

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.

1) Inlet hose

– The inlet hose is fitted with an

additional electrical safety valve

which works like an automatic

stopcock and is housed in the inlet

hose connection box.

3) Drain hose

The drain hose is protected by a

ventilation system which prevents the

washing machine from being

emptied completely.

– It is pressure tested to between

7,000 and 10,000 kPa.

– The inlet hose has a protective

sleeve.

Any leaking water from the inlet hose

is fed into the sump through this

protective sleeve. A float switches off

the safety valve, preventing any more

water from flowing into the machine

and water in the suds container is

pumped away.

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Installation and connection

Connection to the water supply The machine should be connected to

the mains water supply in accordance

with local and national safety

regulations. The German authorities do

not require it to have a non-return valve

as the washing machine has been

designed to comply with DIN

regulations.

,^{The plastic casing of the safety}

valve contains electrical

components. The Waterproof system

must only be connected to its own

stopcock. It must not be connected

to mixer taps or similar and must not

be fitted in areas where there is the

risk of water or other liquids

reaching it.

The machine is designed to operate

with a flow pressure of between 100

and 1,000 kPa (1-10 bar). If it is higher

than 1,000 kPa it is essential to fit a

pressure reducing valve.

Connection to the mains water supply

should incorporate a mains stopcock

with 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.

Do not get wet.

The washing machine is not suitable

for connection to a hot water supply

and connection to a household

water softener is not recommended.

The protective sleeve of the hose

must not be damaged or kinked.

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Installation and connection

Maintenance and care

If you intend to unscrew the Miele

Waterproof system hose from the

stopcock it is essential to disconnect

the machine from the electricity supply

first.

Only use a Miele Waterproof system

hose should you need a replacement.

In order to protect the water inlet

valve, the dirt filter in the water inlet

valve connection must not be

removed.

Extension hose

A 1.5 metre long (metal) extension hose

is available from your Miele dealer or

the Miele Spare Parts Department as an

optional extra.

This hose is tested to withstand

pressures of up to 14,000 kPa and can

be used as a flexible extension to the

water supply.

N.B. Using this hose renders the

Waterproof system safety valve on the

inlet hose ineffective.

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Installation and connection

Connection to the drainage

system

Drain hose connection:

1. Direct into a sink or basin:

Please note the following

The machine drains via a drain pump

with a delivery head of 1 metre*.

– Hook the hose over the edge and

secure.

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.

– 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.

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.

2. Connected securely to a plastic drain

pipe with a rubber nipple. There is no

need to use a non-return valve.

* 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.

3. Connected securely to a standpipe.

4. Connected securely to a floor gully.

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Installation and connection

Electrical connection U.K.

Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363

All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be refitted when

by a suitably qualified and competent

person, in strict accordance with

national and local safety regulations.

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).

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. The voltage and connected

load are given on the data plate.

Please ensure these match the

household mains supply. The fuse

rating is quoted on the plug.

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.

Connection should be made via a

suitable switched socket which is easily

accessible after installation.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE

MUST BE EARTHED

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).

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Consumption data

Load

Consumption data

Energy

in kWh

1.99

Water

in litres

Duration

Short Normal

Cottons

95°C

6.0 kg

3.0 kg

6.0 kg

3.0 kg

2.0 kg

3.5 kg

3.0 kg

2.0 kg

3.0 kg

1.0 kg

2.0 kg

2 h 09 min

1 h 49 min

60°C

1.02

0.75

59 min

40°C

0.65

1 h 55 min

0.40

59 min

Minimum iron

Delicates

Automatic

Dark garments

Shirts

0.50

1 h 02 min

1 h 19 min

59 min

30°C

40°C

30°C

0.35

43 min

0.35 - 0.50

0.60

40 - 55

58 min

1 h 13 min

1 h 15 min

56 min

1 h 05 min

0.50

–

Denim

0.50

53 min

1 h 00 min

33 min

Express

0.30

–

Silks /

0.25

36 min

Woollens /

0.23

40 min

EN 60456 test programme

Short programme for test institutes; the Short additional option must be

selected.

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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Technical data

Height

850 mm

Width

595 mm

Depth

580 mm

Depth with door open

Weight

975 mm

94 kg

Maximum floor load

Capacity

1600 Newton (approx. 160 kg)

6 kg dry laundry

see data plate

see data plate / plug

see "Consumption data"

100 kPa (1 bar)

1000 kPa (10 bar)

1.60 m

Voltage

Connected load

Fuse rating

Consumption data

Water flow pressure minimum

Water flow pressure maximum

Inlet hose length

Drain hose length

Mains connection cable length

Delivery head max.

Maximum drainage length

Test certificates awarded

1.50 m

1.60 m

1.00 m

5.00 m

Radio / TV suppression, VDE

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Programmable functions

for changing default settings

The programmable functions can be used to tailor washing programmes to suit

your individual requirements.

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Programmable functions

The programmable functions are

activated with the help of the Start

button and the programme selector.

APress the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

B-C.

BSwitch the machine on with the

Water plus system

I-On/0-Off button.

CWait until the Start button indicator

This is used to select the water intake

setting for the Water plus additional

option.

light comes on . . .

D. . . and then release the Start

button.

There are four different options:

Setting 1:

ETurn the programme selector to the

Cottons 60°C position:

an increase in the rinse water level

Setting 2:

A P will flash in the display alternating

with the number 1, 2, 3 or 4.

an increase in the water level in the

main wash and rinses (the washing

machine is delivered with setting 2

programmed as standard)

FEach subsequent press on the Start

button selects a different setting.

The number alternating with the P in

the display refers to the settings as

follows:

Setting 3:

an extra rinse cycle in the Cottons and

Minimum iron programmes

1 = Setting 1 is selected

2 = Setting 2 is selected

3 = Setting 3 is selected

4 = Setting 4 is selected

Setting 4:

an increase in the water level in the

main wash and rinses and also an extra

rinse cycle in the Cottons and Minimum

iron programmes

GSwitch the 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.

Follow steps A to G to 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.

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Programmable functions

Gentle action

APress the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

B-C.

Activating gentle action reduces the

drum action and is suitable for

washing slightly soiled articles more

gently.

BSwitch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off button.

CWait until the Start button indicator

Gentle action can be used with the

Cottons, Express and Automatic

programmes.

light comes on . . .

D. . . and then release the Start

button.

If Gentle action is programmed into the

machine, every wash cycle in these

programmes will be carried out with

gentle action rhythm.

ETurn the programme selector to the

Cottons 40°C position:

A P will flash in the display alternating

with the number 0 or 1.

The washing machine is delivered with

the Gentle action setting deactivated.

0 = Gentle action is deactivated.

1 = Gentle action is activated.

Follow steps A to G to programme

and store in memory.

FPress the Start button to change the

display from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0.

Before you begin, first ensure that:

– The washing machine is switched off.

– The machine is properly closed.

– The programme selector is at Finish.

GSwitch the 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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Programmable functions

Top-up rinse for Cottons

APress the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

B-C.

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.

BSwitch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off button.

CWait until the Start button indicator

light comes on . . .

Top-up rinse takes place when a

temperature of 95°C is selected.

D. . . and then release the Start

button.

Top-up rinse should be activated:

ETurn the programme selector to the

– to prevent the danger of scalding if

the drain hose is hooked over the

edge of a sink or basin.

Cottons 30°C position:

A P will flash in the display alternating

with the number 0 or 1.

– where the drainage pipes do not

comply with DIN 1986.

0 = Top-up rinse is deactivated.

1 = Top-up rinse is activated.

The washing machine is delivered with

the Top-up rinse for Cottons

deactivated.

FPress the Start button to change the

display from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0.

GSwitch the machine off with the

Follow steps A to G to programme

and store in memory.

I-On/0-Off button.

The setting you have selected is now

stored in memory and will remain so

until you alter it.

Before you begin, first ensure that:

– The washing machine is switched off.

– The machine is properly closed.

– The programme selector is at Finish.

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Programmable functions

Memory function

APress the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

B-C.

If an additional option 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.

BSwitch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off button.

CWait until the Start button indicator

light comes on . . .

When that particular programme is

chosen again, the washing machine will

display the additional option(s) and / or

spin speed which have been stored for

that programme in the memory.

D. . . and then release the Start

button.

ETurn the programme selector to

Minimum iron 60°C:

The washing machine is delivered with

the memory function deactivated.

A P will flash in the display alternating

with the number 0 or 1.

0 = the memory function is

Follow steps A to G to programme

and store in memory.

deactivated.

1 = the memory function is

Before you begin, first ensure that:

– The washing machine is switched off.

– The machine is properly closed.

– The programme selector is at Finish.

activated.

FPress the Start button to change the

display from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0.

GSwitch the 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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Programmable functions

Soak

APress the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps

B-C.

A length of time of between 30 minutes

and 2 hours can be programmed in

30 minute increments for the soak

process.

BSwitch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off button.

If the Soak option is pressed, the

selected soak time will be carried out

for the period selected before the wash

programme is run.

CWait until the Start button indicator

light comes on . . .

D. . . and then release the Start

button.

The machine is delivered with a two

hour soak time set as standard.

ETurn the programme selector to

Minimum iron 40°C:

A P will flash in the display alternating

Follow steps A to G to programme

with the number 1, 2, 3 or 4.

and store in memory.

FEach subsequent press on the Start

Before you begin, first ensure that:

– The washing machine is switched off.

– The machine is properly closed.

– The programme selector is at Finish.

button selects a different setting.

The number alternating with the P in

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 machine off with the

I-On/0-Off button.

The Soak 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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