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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CLEANING AND CARE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS...
Program overview Detergent Cleaning and care Frequently asked questions...
Program Temperature Speed Load Normal Hot+, Hot, Warm+, Warm, Cold Max,  Full load (17.6lb/8kg) Cotton, linen, and mixed-fiber fabrics made of both cotton and linen. Delicates Hot+, Hot, Warm+, Warm, Cold Med, Slow, ,  Small load (6.6lb/3kg) For delicate fabrics made from synthetic fibers. Sanitize Sani Max, High, ,  Full load (17.6lb/8kg) Cotton or linen fabrics with direct skin contact or for which special hygiene requirements apply. Handwash Warm+, Warm, Cold High, Med, Slow, ,  Small load (4.4lb/2kg) For delicate fabrics which are only suitable for hand washing. Dress Shirts Hot+, Hot, Warm+, Warm, Cold Med, Slow, ,  Small load (4.4lb/2kg) Pre-treat collars and cuffs depending on the level of soiling. Darks/Denims Warm+, Warm, Cold High, Med, Slow, ,  Small load (4.4lb/2kg) Black and dark garments made from cotton, mixed fibers, and denim. MobileStart The Miele app is used to select programs and operate the appliance. Express Warm+, Warm, Cold High, Med, Slow, ,  Half load (7.7lb/3.5kg) Cotton fabrics that have hardly been worn or are only very lightly soiled. Extra White Hot+ Max, High, ,  Full load (17.6 lb/8kg) For white fabrics made of cotton or linen without special hygiene requirements. Outdoor Warm+, Warm, Cold Med, Slow, ,  Small load (5.5lb/2.5kg) Performance outerwear (e.g., jackets and pants) made from membrane fabric such as Gore-Tex®, SYMPATEX®, WINDSTOPPER®, etc. Proofing , , Warm+, , High, Med, Slow, ,  Small load (5.5lb/2.5kg) Treating microfiber fabric, ski wear, or table linens/drapes made from mainly synthetic fibers to provide a finish which is resistant to water and dirt. Drain/Spin Cold Max, Med, Slow,  Full load (17.6lb/8kg) Drain only: set spin speed to . Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.
Detergents recommended by Miele
Miele Detergents Miele Capsules
UltraWhite UltraColor   
Normal   –  
Delicates –    –
Sanitize  – –  
Handwash – –   –
Dress Shirts   –  
Darks/Denims –  –  –
Express –  –  –
Extra White   –  
Outdoor – –  – –
Proofing – – –  –
 Recommendation  Special-purpose detergents (e.g., WoolCare)
– No recommendation  Fabric care (e.g., fabric softener)
 Additives (e.g., booster)
Cleaning the detergent drawer
Washing at low temperatures and the use
of liquid detergent can lead to a build-up
of bacteria in the detergent drawer.
 Clean the entire drawer at regular inter-
vals for hygiene reasons, even if you are
using the TwinDos system exclusively.
 Pull out the deter-
gent drawer until a
resistance is felt.
 Press down the release button and, at
the same time, pull the drawer com-
pletely out of the machine.
Removing and cleaning the insert for
liquid detergents
An insert for liquid detergents is located in
the  compartment of the detergent
drawer.
 Remove the in-
sert. Clean the in-
sert thoroughly
with warm water.
Cleaning the siphon inside the
compartment
Compartment 1 has a siphon for better dis-
pensing of the chlorine bleach.
 Remove the re-
lease catch.
 Remove the
siphon and clean
under warm run-
ning water.
Cleaning the siphon inside the
compartment
 Remove the
siphon from the
compartment
and clean under
warm running wa-
ter.
 Clean all compartments with warm wa-
ter.
Cleaning the detergent-drawer housing
 Use a bottle brush
to remove deter-
gent residues and
limescale from the
jets inside the de-
tergent-drawer
housing.
 Replace the detergent drawer.
Tip: Leave the detergent drawer slightly
open to allow it to dry.
Sanitize info (cleaning the drum)
Washing at low temperatures and/or using
liquid detergent can cause bacteria and un-
pleasant odors to build up in the washing
machine. Use the Sanitize program to clean
the washing machine. Clean the drum no
later than the point at which the indicator
light and light up on the time display.
Problem Possible cause and solution
The control field remains
dark.
There is no power to the machine.
 Check whether the plug is plugged in.
 Check whether the fuse has tripped.
The washing machine has switched off automatically to
save energy.
 Switch the washing machine on again by turning the pro-
gram selector.
 and  alternate on the
time display.
The door is not closed properly. The door lock could not
engage.
 Close the door again.
 Start the program again.
If the fault message appears again, contact Miele Ser-
vice.
After the appliance is
switched on,  appears
on the time display.
An update is available for the washing machine. See “Pro-
grammable functions – RemoteUpdate” for more in-
formation.
The fault indicator
light lights up.  and 
alternate on the time dis-
play and the buzzer
sounds.
The drain is blocked or restricted.
The drain hose has been fixed too high.
 Clean the drain filter and the drain pump.
 The maximum drain height is 1m.
The fault indicator
light lights up.  and 
alternate on the time dis-
play and the buzzer
sounds.
The water intake is blocked or restricted.
 Check whether the faucet is turned on properly.
 Check whether the inlet hose is kinked.
 Check whether there is sufficient water pressure.
The filter in the water intake is blocked.
 Clean the filter.
The fault indicator
light lights up.  and
 alternate on the time
display and the buzzer
sounds.
The water protection system has reacted.
 Close the faucet.
 Contact Miele Service.
Problem Possible cause and solution
 and  alternate on the
time display and the
buzzer sounds.
There is a fault.
 Disconnect the washing machine from the power supply.
Unplug the appliance or switch off the breaker.
 Wait at least 2minutes before reconnecting the wash-
ing machine to the power supply.
 Switch the washing machine on again.
 Restart the program.
If the fault message appears again, contact Miele Ser-
vice.
 lights up on the time
display.
The program selector was moved to a different position af-
ter the program had started.
 Turn the program selector back to the original position.
The indicator light
lights up.
Excessive foam has built up during washing.
 Use less detergent next time and follow the manufac-
turer’s instructions on dosage given on the packaging.
The indicator light lights
up and  appears on the
time display.
When washing, a wash program using a temperature of
Hot+ has not been run for a long time.
 Run the Sanitize program using the Miele Machine
Cleaner or a universal powder detergent.
The washing machine is cleaned which prevents bacteria
and odor buildup.
 and  alternate on the
time display.
The SoftSteamoption which runs at the end of the pro-
gram could not be carried out properly.
 Check whether the washing machine is aligned correctly
(see “Installation – Leveling the machine”).
 Check whether the maximum drain height of 3.3 ft (1m)
has been exceeded.
If the fault message appears again, contact Miele Service.
The washing machine can still be used, but without the Soft-
Steam option.
Quick Start Guide
Washing machine
This Quick Start Guide is not a substitute for the operating instructions supplied with the
appliance! It is essential to familiarize yourself with the washing machine before using it for
the first time. Please read the operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention
to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
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