Operating Instructions Dishwasher G 4500 To prevent accidents and appliance damage read these instructions before installation or use. en - US, CA M.-Nr.
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Additional options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Factory default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Technical faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING – When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before installation or use of the dishwasher to prevent injury and machine damage. Use the dishwasher only for its intended purpose. This appliance is intended for residential use only. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user. Correct usage ~ The dishwasher is not designed for commercial use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation ~ The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation instructions. ~ Installation and repair work should be performed by a Miele authorized service technician. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty. ~ Do not install or use a damaged dishwasher. A damaged appliance is dangerous. Unplug the machine and call your Miele dealer or the Miele Technical Service Department.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ~ Do not cut the intake hose or submerge it in liquid. This hose contains electrical components that could cause injury or property damage if cut or submerged. ~ When loading tableware, place ~ Only connect the dishwasher to the mains when all installation and plumbing work is complete. ~ Only use detergents and rinse aids Use ~ Do not inhale or swallow detergents. ~ To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in, on or near the dishwasher.
Guide to the dishwasher a Upper spray arm (not visible) g Triple filter system b Cutlery tray h Data plate c Upper basket i Child Safety Lock in the door handle (not visible) d Middle spray arm e Air inlet for drying (depending on model) f Lower spray arm j Rinse aid reservoir k Dual compartment detergent dispenser l Salt container 7
Guide to the dishwasher Control panel a Program selection d Check / Refill indicators b Program sequence display e Start / Stop button with indicator light c On/Off K button f Program selector button 8
Caring for the environment Energy saving washing This dishwasher is exceptionally economical in the use of water and electricity. For best results follow these tips: ^ For lowest energy consumption you may connect the dishwasher to a cold water source. ^ For fastest possible wash times, with slightly higher energy consumption, connect the dishwasher to a hot water source. ^ Make full use of the baskets without overloading for the most economical washing. ^ Use the correct amount of detergent and rinse aid.
Before using for the first time To open the door Child safety lock ^ Reach under the handle and pull the door open. Te child Safety Lock is designed to prevent children from opening the dishwasher. If the door is opened during operation the dishwasher will stop running. Once the door is closed the program will restart. To close the door ^ Push the baskets in. ^ Lift the door and push until it clicks into place. 10 ^ To lock the door, push the slider below the door grip to the right.
Before using for the first time Water softener To achieve good cleaning results, the dishwasher needs soft water (water that is low in minerals). Hard water results in calcium deposits on dishware and in the dishwasher. If your tap water hardness is above 4 °d (4 gr/gal) the water should be softened. The built-in water softener is designed for this purpose. The water softener is suitable for a water hardness up to 70 °d (73 gr/gal). – The water softener requires dishwasher salt.
Before using for the first time Programming the water softener To exit the programming mode at any time turn the dishwasher off with the K button. ^ Press the K button to turn the dishwasher off. ^ Press and hold the Start / Stop button and turn the dishwasher on simultaneously using the K button. Keep the Start / Stop button pressed for at least four seconds until the "Start / Stop" indicator light comes on. If it does not come on, start over. ^ Now press the program button twice.
Before using for the first time Every dishwasher is tested before leaving the factory. Any water remaining in the machine is from the final factory test and does not indicate that the machine has been used. Important: The salt container must be filled with 1 quart (1 l) of water before adding salt for the first time so the salt can dissolve properly. Water does not have to be added with subsequent refills.
Before using for the first time Refill salt message ^ When the "Salt" indicator light comes on, refill the salt after the program has finished. After the container has been filled, the "Salt" indicator light can remain on for a short time. It will go out once the reactivation process is complete. The "Salt" indicator light is turned off if you have programmed the dishwasher to a water hardness below 4 °d (4 gr/gal)). ,Immediately after each refill, run the "Express" program without a load.
Before using for the first time Rinse aid Rinse aid is needed to prevent spotting on dishes and glassware. The rinse aid is filled in the reservoir and the set amount will be automatically dosed. ,Filling the rinse aid reservoir with detergent will damage the reservoir. Only pour rinse aid formulated for residential dishwashers into the reservoir. When using "Tab" detergents rinse aid is not needed.
Before using for the first time Adjusting the dosage In order to obtain an optimal cleaning result you can adjust the dosing quantity of the rinse aid. The dosage selector is preset to 3. This dispenses approximately 3 ml of rinse aid per program. It can be adjusted from 0 to 6. The amount set can be recognized by the flashing rhythm of the "Cleaning" indicator (see table). Rinse aid amount in ml Flashing rhythm 0 – 1 Once – Use a higher setting if spots appear on dry glassware.
Loading the dishwasher ,Do not wash items soiled with ash, sand, wax, grease or paint in the dishwasher. Ash and sand do not dissolve and will be distributed throughout the inside of the dishwasher. Wax, grease and paint will cause permanent discoloration and damage to the dishwasher. ^ Scrape food from dishes before placing them in the dishwasher, rinsing is not necessary. ^ Some foods contain natural dyes, e.g. carrots or tomatoes.
Loading the dishwasher Items not recommended for dishwashing – Cutlery with wooden handles – Wooden cutting boards – Glued items such as old knives with handles glued together around the shank of the blade – Handmade craft items, antique, metal trimmed or decorative glassware Glassware: – There are no standard guidelines for washing glassware, when in doubt wash by hand. – When purchasing new dishes, glasses and cutlery, make sure they are dishwasher safe.
Loading the dishwasher Typical load for 10 place settings Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray 19
Loading the dishwasher Upper basket Adjustable cup rack ,Always use the dishwasher with the upper and lower basket in place. ^ Raise the rack to make room for tall glasses. Lower it to double stack smaller pieces. ^ Load the upper basket with small, lightweight, or delicate items such as cups, saucers, glasses, dessert bowls and flat pans. ^ Long items such as soup ladles, mixing spoons and long knives should be placed lying down across the front of the upper basket.
Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the upper basket The upper basket can be raised or lowered to accommodate tall items. The basket can also be angled to fit tall items in both, the upper and lower baskets. The angles should not be set to opposite extremes. This will block the middle spray arm. Take care when sliding the basket in and out in this position. Depending on the setting of the upper basket, a variety of plate dimensions can be accommodated.
Loading the dishwasher Lower basket Foldable spikes The front two rows of spikes can be folded down to create more room for larger dishware, e. g. pots, pans and bowls. ^ For larger and heavier items such as plates, serving platters, saucepans, bowls, etc. Small plates such as saucers can also be arranged in the lower basket. 22 ^ Press the yellow lever down a and fold down the spikes b.
Loading the dishwasher Removable spike insert Bottle holder (depending on model) The spike insert can be removed in order to make room for larger tableware, such as shallow pans. The bottle holder can be used to wash narrow items, e. g. milk and baby bottles. Removing the insert a ^ Place the bottle holder in the lower basket as shown in the illustration. If placed anywhere else, water from the spray jets will not reach all surfaces. The bottles will not be properly cleaned.
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery tray ^ Arrange the cutlery as shown in the cutlery tray. Spoons with thick handles may have to be placed as knives and forks with their heads in the holders. For easier unloading cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, one for spoons, etc. Place knives with the cutting edge down and forks with the prongs between the holders. Spoons should be placed in the opposite direction with the handles between the holders so that water can run off more easily.
Optional accessories Optional dishwasher accessories are available from your Miele dealer, Miele or Mieleusa.com (depending on your model some may already be supplied with your machine as standard). If you would like to... the following accessory will need to be ordered... ...wash baby bottles ... a bottle holder ...ash additional items of cutlery ... a small cultery basket for the lower basket. ...wash additional glassware ... a glassware insert for the lower basket.
Use Detergent ,Dishwasher detergents contain irritant and corrosive ingredients. Avoid inhaling or swallowing dishwasher detergent. Keep children away from detergent. Keep detergent out of the reach of children. Keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open. There could still be detergent residues in the dishwasher. Only add detergent just before starting the program and lock the door with the child safety lock (depending on model). ,Only use detergents formulated for domestic dishwashers.
Use Adding detergent ^ Press the latch on the detergent dispenser. The flap will spring open. The flap is always open at the end of a program. ^ Add detergent to the compartments and close the container flap. ^ Use one tab or add powder or gel detergent to compartment II and close the flap. ^ If a Pre-rinse is desired, and available for your chosen program, add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of detergent to compartment I. Compartment I holds a maximum of 2 teaspoons (10 ml), compartment II holds a maximum of 3.
Use Turning on Starting a program ^ Make sure the spray arms can rotate freely. ^ Select the desired program with the Program selection button. ^ Close the door. The indicator light for the selected program will come on. ^ Open the water supply, if it is closed. ^ Press the K button to turn the dishwasher on. The "Start / Stop" indicator light flashes and the indicator of the last set program lights up. Selecting a program Choose your program according to the type of load and soiling.
Use Program Guide Progra m guide When to use Program sequence Pre-rinse 1 2 X Pots & Pans For normally soiled pots & pans with dried on food, and heavily soiled dishware, use 120% detergent recommended. Normal as required Program for completely washing a full load of normally soiled dishware with the ability to adjust energy and water consumption based on the soil load of the dishware. China & Crystal For temperature sensitive glassware and lightly soiled dishware, use 50% detergent recommended.
Use Standby A few minutes after the last key is pressed or at the end of the program the dishwasher will switch into Standby mode to save energy. The display and the indicators are turned off and only the Start/Stop flashes slowly. ^ To turn the dishwasher back on press any key (except K). If refill salt and/or rinse aid or a fault are present in the display, the dishwasher will switch into Standby mode.
Use Interrupting a program A program is interrupted as soon as the door is opened. If the door is closed again, the program will continue from where it was interrupted. ,Water in the dishwasher is hot. Danger of scalding. Only open the door if absolutely necessary and exercise extreme caution when doing so. Before closing the door again, leave it ajar for approx. 20 seconds. This will enable the temperature in the wash cabinet to settle. Close the door firmly until it clicks into place.
Additional options Factory default All settings can be reset to factory default. ^ Press the K button to turn the dishwasher off. ^ Press and hold the Start / Stop button and turn the dishwasher on simultaneously using the K button. Keep the Start / Stop button pressed for at least four seconds until the "Start / Stop" indicator light comes on. If it does not come on, start over. ^ Press the Program button 12 times. The lower most program indicator flashes once long and twice short.
Frequently asked questions ,Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause personal injury or machine damage. Technical faults Problem The Start / Stop indicator does not flash after the dishwasher is turned on with "s". Possible fault The machine is not plugged in. The fuse has tripped. The dishwasher stops during a program. The fuse has tripped.
Frequently asked questions Problems water Intake / Drain Problem Possible fault Solution The "Intake / Drain" indicator flashes. The water supply is closed. Open the water supply all the way. The dishwasher stops running. The "Intake / Drain" indicator flashes. Before fixing the fault: – Turn the dishwasher off "s". Water intake fault. – Open the water supply all the way. – Clean the water intake filter, see "Cleaning and care". – The water pressure at the water connection is lower than 4.35 psi.
Frequently asked questions General problems with the dishwasher Problem The indicators and the display is dark. Only the "Start/Stop" indicator flashes slowly. Possible fault Solution The dishwasher has gone into "Standby" mode to save energy. Press the K button to exit Standby mode. Detergent is left in the dispenser at the end of a program. The detergent lid cannot be closed properly. The dispenser was damp Dry the dispenser before when detergent was adding detergent. added.
Frequently asked questions Sounds Problem There is a knocking noise in the wash cabinet There is a rattling noise in the wash cabinet There is a knocking noise in the water line 36 Possible fault Solution The spray arm is hitting an Interrupt the program, item in the basket. rearrange items blocking the spray arms. Items are not secure in the Interrupt the program, and wash cabinet. rearrange loose pieces. A foreign object (e.g.
Frequently asked questions Poor cleaning results Problem The dishes are not clean. Possible fault The dishes were not loaded correctly. The program was not powerful enough. Solution See "Loading the dishwasher". Select a more intensive program (see "Program Guide"). Not enough detergent was Use more detergent, or dispensed. change the detergent. The spray arms are blocked. Turn the spray arms and rearrange the dishes if necessary. The triple filter in the wash Clean the filter and insert it correctly.
Frequently asked questions Problem Possible fault Dishes are not dry, The rinse aid setting may be glasses and too low, or the rinse aid cutlery are reservoir is empty. spotted. Dishes were taken out too soon. A "Tab" product was used. These products have a low drying effect. Not enough rinse aid was White residue is visible on cutlery used. and dishes. Clouding occurs The salt container is empty. on glassware and cutlery; film can be The salt container lid was not wiped off. correctly screwed on.
Frequently asked questions Problem Possible fault Solution Glasses have a brown or blue discoloration; film cannot be wiped off. Glasses are dull and discolored; film cannot be wiped off. Detergent deposits. Change detergent right away. Glasses are not dishwasher safe. The surface is affected. Tea or lipstick stains The wash temperature of have not been the selected program was completely removed. too low. The detergent has a low bleaching effect. Plastics are Natural dyes e.g. from discolored.
After sales service Repairs MieleCare In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself please contact the Miele Service Department at the phone number on the back of this booklet. (USA only) ^ Please quote the model type and number of your appliance. These can be found on the data plate along the right edge of the door. PC Update The Program Correction (PC) allows a technician to update the dishwasher to make use of new technology.
Transport To transport the dishwasher, e.g. when moving to a new home, note the following: – Empty the dishwasher. – Secure any loose parts, e.g. hoses, cables, cutlery baskets. – Transport the dishwasher in the upright position. If unavoidable it may be transported on its back. Do not transport it on its side or on the door. Residual water in the machine could leak and cause electrical damage.
User Maintenance Instructions To prevent accidents and appliance damage, read these instructions before installation or use.
Cleaning and Care Exterior Check and clean your dishwasher regularly. This will help avoid problems and faults. ,Abrasive cleaning agents, all-purpose cleaners, thinner or ammonia based cleaners should not be used on the dishwasher. They will damage the surface. Wash cabinet Generally, the wash cabinet is self cleaning if the correct amount of detergent is used. ^ Only use a conditioner suitable for your kitchen cabinetry. ^ Clean wood only with a damp cloth and wipe dry.
Cleaning and Care Triple filter system The triple filter system in the base of the wash cabinet prevents food from being redeposited on dishes. It also protects the circulation pump from damage caused by foreign objects (e.g. broken glass, bones). During normal use, the filter system is self-cleaning. ,The machine must not be used without all the filters in place! ^ Check and clean the filter system periodically for any trapped or foreign objects.
Cleaning and Care To clean the inside of the filter, the flap must be opened. ^ Return the filter so it lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet. ^ Push the clips together a and open the flap b. ^ Lock the filter by turning the handle clockwise. ^ Rinse under running water. ^ Close the flap so that the clip engages. 46 ,The triple filter system must be inserted and locked into place. Large particles could get in the circulation system and cause a blockage.
Cleaning and Care Cleaning the spray arms Sometimes particles of food get stuck in the spray arm jets. The spray arms should be inspected and cleaned every 4 - 6 months. ^ Turn off the dishwasher before cleaning. Removing the spray arms ^ Remove the cutlery tray (if present). ^ Push the upper spray arm up to engage the inner ratchet and unscrew the spray arm. ^ Lift up the middle spray arm, a, to engage the ratchet and unscrew the spray arm, b. ^ Remove the lower basket.
Cleaning and Care Cleaning the water inlet filter A filter is incorporated into the intake hose attached to the dishwasher’s shut off valve. If your water is hard or the pipes contain sediment, this filter may clog and prevent enough water from entering the wash cabinet. ,The plastic housing of the water connection contains electrical wiring. Do not cut the intake hose or submerge it in liquid.
Cleaning and Care Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If the dishwasher is not completely drained at the end of a program, the drain pump or non-return valve may be blocked. ^ Turn off the dishwasher and pull the plug. ^ Remove the triple filter (see "Triple filter system"). ^ Use a cup or bowl to scoop water out of the wash cabinet. The drain pump is beneath the non-return valve (see arrow). ^ Remove all foreign objects from the drain pump (glass or bone splinters).
Installation Instructions Please refer to the Installation Diagram supplied with these instructions. To comply with IEC sound testing protocols, please contact Miele for additional instructions. Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specification, technical & warranty information.
Electrical connection ,Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. Check that the voltage, frequency and fuse rating shown on the data plate match the household mains supply. The power outlet must be accessible after installation. Do not use an extension cord to connect the dishwasher to the mains. Danger of overheating! See data plate on the right side of the door.
Plumbing Waterproof system All Miele dishwashers have a safety valve located on the incoming water line and a sealed underside with a water sensor. If a fault occurs, the water intake is stopped and the drain pump is activated. Water damage, if any, is minimized. Providing the dishwasher was installed correctly by a Miele technician, the waterproof system will protect you from water damage throughout the lifetime of the machine.
Plumbing – Water pressure: Must be between 4.5 - 145 psi (0.3 - 10 bar). – If the water pressure if lower, a "Water Intake" notification will be shown. See "Frequently Asked Questions" for more information. – If the water pressure is higher than shown, a pressure reducing valve must be used. Ensure that the water connection is secure after the first use. ,To prevent damage to the dishwasher, it must only be connected to a fully vented drainage system. ,Do not cut the intake hose.
Plumbing Drainage – The machine comes equipped with a built-in non-return valve on the discharge side to prevent waste water from flowing back into the dishwasher. – The dishwasher is equipped with a 5 ft (1.5 m) flexible drain hose with an internal diameter of 7/8" (22 mm). – Drain hose extensions and adapters can be ordered from Miele. The maximum drain hose length is 13 ft. (4 m), max. drain height: 39" (1 m).
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