Operating instructions for condenser tumble dryer T 8423 C It is essential to read these operating instructions before installing or using the machine to avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine. en - AU, NZ M.-Nr.
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material See the "Warning and Safety" section of this booklet for further details. The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. Energy saving tips Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children.
Contents Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Operating the tumble dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Notes on laundry care . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Check and fault messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Other problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Changing the lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 After Sales service . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning and Safety instructions Correct application ~ This tumble dryer is only intended ~ It is essential to read these instructions. This tumble dryer conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the tumble dryer, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its safety, installation, use and maintenance.
Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety ~ Before setting up the tumble dryer, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install or use a damaged tumble dryer. ~ Before connecting the tumble dryer, ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and connected load) match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
Warning and Safety instructions Correct use ~ To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried in this tumble dryer: – Items which have not been washed. – Items, such as workwear, which have not been thoroughly cleaned and which are still soiled with grease, oil or other desposits (such as cosmetics, lotions etc).
Warning and Safety instructions ~ To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles or products must not be dried in this tumble dryer: – Fabrics which contain a large proportion of rubber, foam rubber or rubber-like materials. For example, products made from latex foam rubber, shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubberised articles and items of clothing and pillows with foam rubber filling. – Fabrics which contain padding or fillings (e.g. pillows, jackets).
Warning and Safety instructions ~ The dryer must not be used without the fluff filters in place or if the fluff filters are damaged in any way. ~ The fluff filters must be cleaned regularly. ~ Always keep the area around the tumble dryer free of dust and fluff. Dust drawn into the tumble dryer can cause blockages in the condenser unit over time. ~ The dryer must not be used without ~ Do not let anyone sit or lean on the ~ The fluff filters must be thoroughly dried after cleaning.
Operating the tumble dryer Control panel a Low temperature button Delicate fabrics are dried at a lower temperature. b Drying level button with indicator lights c Display d Delay start button This button is used for: - Selecting the duration of the Timed drying programmes - Delaying the start of a programme e Buzzer button An audible tone sounds at the end of the programme. f Check lights For a description of these lights see: "Problem solving guide" / "After sales service".
Operating the tumble dryer Display The following are selected via the display: – Delay start – Duration of the Cool air and Warm air programmes In the same way, the Woollens handcare, Silks handcare and Smoothing programmes can finish earlier than expected if a certain temperature is reached. This can happen with particularly fine fabrics, very small loads or if items were partly dry beforehand.
Notes on laundry care Care symbols Before drying check the drying symbol on the care label. If there are no symbols, dry at your own risk! q . . . . . . . . . Dry at normal temperature r . . . . . . . . . . Dry at a low temperature s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Do not tumble dry – Cottons, linens and minimum iron items should be dried using the appropriate programme for the degree of dryness required. – For delicates and fabrics with the following care label r select the Low temperature extra option.
How to dry correctly Brief instructions C Load the tumble dryer The headings numbered (A, B, C ...) show the operating sequence and can be used as a brief guide to using your machine. ^ Press the door button to open the door. ^ Load the laundry loosely into the drum. A Sort the laundry To ensure even drying results sort washed laundry according to: . . . the drying level required . . . the type of fibre or weave . . . size . . . the moisture content after spinning. Do not overload the drum.
How to dry correctly D Select a programme ^ Press the Drying level button repeatedly until the indicator light for the drying level you want lights up. Any of the drying levels can be selected for the Cottons programme. A more limited range is available when using other programmes. Important: Please note that the programme duration shown in the display will vary according to the programme selected (see "Programme duration/Estimated time remaining"). ^ Select the programme you want.
How to dry correctly F Start the programme The Start/Stop button will flash when a programme is being selected. The flashing indicates that a programme can be started. ^ Press the Start/Stop button. The Start/Stop button will now light up constantly. Drying will appear in the display and the time remaining will start counting down. Before the end of a programme There is a cooling down phase at the end of the drying sequence (Cooling down will light up in the display).
Additional options/Delay start Low temperature For all delicate or minimum iron fabrics with the r symbol on the care label (e.g. acrylic garments). – The programme duration is longer. – On some programmes Low temperature is a standard part of the programme and so cannot be deselected. Buzzer A buzzer sounds (at intervals for a maximum of 1 hr) to let you know the programme has finished. The buzzer will still sound if there is a fault, even if it has been switched off.
Programme chart Max. load: 6 kg* Cottons Extra dry, Normal Fabric type Single and multi-layered cotton fabrics such as towelling, jerseywear, T-shirts, underwear. Notes – Select Extra dry for multi-layered and very thick fabrics. – Do not use Extra dry for jersey fabrics (e.g. T-shirts, underwear), as they have a tendency to shrink. Low temperature Also select the Low temperature option for delicate fabrics with the r symbol on the care label.
Programme chart Woollens handcare Max. load: 2 kg* Fabric type Woollen fabrics Note – This programme only fluffs up woollen garments. They are not dried completely by this programme. – Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and leave to finish drying at room temperature. Low temperature Low temperature cannot be deselected. Max. load: 1 kg* Silks Fabric type Silks, e.g. blouses and shirts. Note – Smooths out creasing. – Fabrics are not completely dried in this programme.
Programme chart Automatic Max. load: 3.5 kg* Normal+, Normal, Hand iron Fabric type Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum iron programmes. Sort according to colour. Shirts Max. load: 2 kg* Normal, Hand iron Fabric type Shirts and blouses. Low temp. Also select the Low temperature option for delicate fabrics with the r symbol on the care label. Denim Max. load: 3 kg* Normal, Hand iron Fabric type Jeans garments, e.g. trousers, jackets, skirts or shirts. Low temp.
Changing the programme sequence Once a programme has started - changing the programme You cannot change to another programme once a programme has started (this prevents unintentional alterations). You will need to cancel the current programme before you can select a new one. - cancelling the programme and then selecting a different programme ^ Press the Start/Stop button. The items will be cooled down, depending on the temperature reached and how long they have been dried for.
Electronic system lock It can be activated if wished. D Now slowly turn the programme selector six positions stage by stage in an anti-clockwise direction. Each of the six programme indicator lights must come on one after the other. The dryer's electronics are then locked. The dryer can still be switched on but a programme cannot be started. The indicator light for the Low temperature button will flash and a key symbol 0-§ will appear in the display.
Cleaning and care Emptying the condensed water container The condensed water will be collected in the condensed water container unless the appliance has been fitted with a drain hose (see "Installation"). Empty the condensed water container after every drying programme. The Empty out Container indicator light will come on if the maximum level of the condensed water container is reached. The indicator light will go out when the door is opened and closed again. ^ Open the shutter and empty out the water.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the fluff filters The fluff which is created by the drying process is collected by the fluff filters in the door and the door opening. Clean the filters after each drying programme*. Cleaning them whilst dry Tip: You can also use a vacuum cleaner to remove the fluff. ^ Remove any fluff from the hollow part of the door opening.
Cleaning and care Cleaning them with water If there is a great deal of compacted fluff on any of the filters, they can be removed and cleaned under hot running water. ^ Open the door and pull the fluff filter out of the door as described previously. The two filters in the door opening can also be removed if you need to clean them with water. ,Do not replace them if they are damp or wet. Damp or wet filters could cause operational faults.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the condenser unit Detergent residue, hair and fine fluff from the dryer can get through the fluff filters and block the condenser unit. Dust from the room in which the dryer is installed can also get into the condenser unit and cause a blockage. Check the condenser unit at least twice a year. Always check it if the Clean out airways indicator light comes on. If the dryer is used frequently then check the condenser unit after approx. 100 drying cycles. Clean it if necessary.
Cleaning and care If you cannot see any fluff: ^ Replace the condenser unit (see following page). If you can see some fluff: ^ Clean the condenser unit as described below. Cleaning the condenser unit ^ When rinsing the condenser unit, make sure you position it as shown in the next two illustrations. ^ Pull the condenser unit out of its housing by the handle. Checking the condenser unit ^ Use a shower head or similar to rinse the unit out as shown. ^ Hold the condenser unit up to the light as shown.
Cleaning and care Replacing the condenser unit ^ With the handle facing upwards, push the condenser unit back into position in its housing. ^ Turn the lever down to the horizontal position, making sure that the hook on the lever clicks into the groove. When replacing the inner cover after cleaning, ensure that the rubber seal fits correctly into the groove. ^ Then flush the unit through from the front.
Problem solving guide With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. ,Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous.
Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The Clean out airways indicator light comes on. This indicator light comes on to warn you that the dryer is not working efficiently. Possible cause: The fluff filters are clogged with fluff or with detergent residues. The programme stops. The Clean out airways indicator light comes on. The buzzer sounds. See above for possible causes and their remedies. The Empty out container indicator light comes on. The buzzer sounds.
Problem solving guide Other problems Problem The drying process goes on too long or even switches off. In some circumstances, the Clean out airways indicator light still comes on, even though the filters are clean. Possible cause Remedy Please check all the possible causes and switch the dryer off and then back on again. Ventilation to and from the dryer may be insufficient (e.g. because it is installed in a small room). This has caused the temperature in the room to rise sharply.
Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy – The inner cover of the – Ensure that the condenser unit has not condenser unit is been locked properly positioned correctly and/or the condenser and lock the inner unit has not been cover. positioned correctly. – Check the rubber seals. – Fluff has collected in the condenser unit – Use a cloth to remove housing. any visible fluff from the inside of the condenser unit housing.
Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause The tumble dryer fails to No obvious cause. start when switched on. The interior drum lighting does not come on. The lighting switches off automatically (to save energy). The lamp needs changing. 32 Remedy – Is the dryer switched on? – Is the plug correctly inserted into the socket and switched on? – Is the door closed properly? – Has the fuse or circuit breaker tripped? Switch the dryer off and then on again.
Problem solving guide Changing the lamp Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply. The lamp specification and maximum wattage is stated on the data plate and on the lamp cover. ^ Open the door. ^ Replace the lamp. You will find the interior lamp cover at the top of the drum aperture. ^ To close the cover push it upwards and press it on the left and right until you hear it click into position. ,Ensure that it is fitted into position securely, as any moisture could cause a short circuit.
After Sales service In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact – Your Miele Dealer or – The nearest Miele Service Department (see back cover for address). When contacting the Service Department, please quote the Model and Serial numbers both of which are located on the data plate (visible when the door is opened).
Installation Front view a Supply cable for electrical connection b Condensed water container c Control panel d Door e Service panel for condenser unit f Four height-adjustable screw feet g External drainage options (e.g. via wash basin, wash basin drain outlet, or gully).
Installation Rear view Building under a continous worktop / in a row of kitchen units The dryer should not be installed next to a refrigerator or freezer. The warm air expelled from the rear of the dryer would increase the temperature around the refrigerator's/freezer's heat exchanger causing the compressor to run continuously. If it is not possible to install the dryer anywhere else, then the refrigerator/freezer must be sealed off from the dryer.
Installation Aligning the machine The machine must be perfectly level to ensure safe and proper operation. expelled from the front of the dryer. This expelled air heats up the air in the room. It is therefore very important to ensure that the room is adequately ventilated, particularly if the dryer is located in a small room. Otherwise running times and energy consumption could be increased. Washer-dryer stack The tumble dryer can also be combined with a Miele washing machine in a washer-dryer stack.
Installation External condensed water outlet General notes When drying is in progress, condensed water is pumped into the condensed water container through the drain hose at the back of the dryer. The condensed water can also be drained off directly if the machine is installed near a sink, drain outlet etc. so that the condensed water container does not have to be emptied. Drain hose length . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.50 m Maximum delivery head . . . . . . . 1.50 m Maximum drain hose length . . . . 4.
Installation External drainage via a sink or gully ^ See "Front view" illustration. ,If you want to drain the water off into a sink you will need to secure the hose carefully, e.g. by tying it to a tap to make sure it cannot slip during use. Otherwise there is a risk of overflowing water which could cause damage. Example: Connection to a sink drain outlet The drain hose with non-return valve fitted can be connected directly to a suitable sink drain outlet.
Installation ^ Fit adapter 1 to the sink drain outlet using nut 2. If this nut has a flat disc in it you should take the disc out first. ^ Attach the end of the hose 4 to adapter 1. ^ Use a screwdriver to tighten hose clip 3 up close to the nut. 1 Adapter 2 Nut 3 Hose clip 4 End of the hose 5 Non-return valve 6 Tumble dryer drain hose 40 ,Non-return valve 5 has to be fitted with the arrow pointing in the direction of flow (i.e. towards the sink). Otherwise water will not drain out of the machine.
Installation Electrical connection Important This tumble dryer is supplied ready for connection to an a.c. single phase supply. The machine is supplied with a mains cable with moulded plug. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: The accesibility of the plug must be always ensured, in order to separate the dryer from the mains. The appliance should be connected up only by a qualified electrician, in accordance with national and local safety regulations.
Consumption data Programme Load Final spin speed in a domestic washing machine Energy Duration kg* rpm kWh Minutes Cottons Normal 6.0 1000 (60 % residual moisture)** 1200 1400 1600 1800 3.35 3.05 2.90 2.55 2.50 104 95 91 82 80 Cottons Hand iron 6.0 1000 (60 % residual moisture)** 1200 1400 1600 1800 2.70 2.40 2.25 1.90 1.85 85 76 71 62 60 Minimum iron Normal 3.0 1200 (40 % residual moisture)** 1.25 44 Minimum iron Hand iron 3.0 1200 1.00 39 Delicates 2.0 800 1.
Technical data Height 850 mm Height for building under 820 mm Width Depth 595 mm 580 mm Depth with door open Suitable for pushing under a worktop 1060 mm Yes Suitable for stacking Weight Yes 54 kg Drum volume Maximum capacity 111 litres 6 kg dry weight Capacity of condensed water container approx. 3.5 litres Drain hose length 1.5 m Maximum delivery head Maximum drain hose length 1.
Programmable functions for changing standard settings The programmable functions are used to alter the machine's electronics to suit changing requirements. Programmable functions can be altered at any time.
Programmable functions Extending the range of the drying levels You can extend the range of the drying levels for many of the programmes: Machine iron+ (drier than Machine iron). Hand iron+ (drier than Hand iron). Normal+ (drier than Normal). In addition the Extra dry drying level can be made available for the Delicates and Denim programmes. You can use this programmable function to extend the range of the drying levels for the following programmes: Cottons, Minimum iron*, Delicates*, Automatic, Denim.
Programmable functions Altering the volume of the buzzer The buzzer has two volumes. A Press the Start/Stop button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B-C. B Press the I-On/0-Off button in. Normal The buzzer sounds at the end of a programme (default setting). Wait until the indicator light for the Start/Stop button lights up constantly . . . Loud The buzzer sounds at maximum volume at the end of a programme. C . . . and then release the Start/Stop button.
Programmable functions Memory function The electronics will memorise any additional options selected for a programme. The duration selected for the Warm air and Cool air programmes and the Delay start period selected will also be stored in memory. These settings will be selected automatically the next time the programme is chosen. You can either accept these or change them by pressing the appropriate button. Follow steps A to F to programme and store in memory.
Programmable functions Extending the cooling down time The cooling down phase which takes place before the end of a programme can be lengthened if required. This makes the garments easier to handle. The cooling down time – can be extended by 5 minutes or 10 minutes. – is not available for the following programmes: Woollens handcare, Smoothing, Warm air, Cool air. Follow steps A to F to programme and store in memory. Before you begin, first ensure that: – The tumble dryer is switched off.
Programmable functions Clean out airways indicator Fluff should be removed after drying. The Clean out airways indicator will remind you to clean the filters when a certain amount of fluff has collected in the filters. You can decide at what level of fluff this reminder should be given. You will have an idea of which of the four options to select after a few drying programmes. Follow steps A to F to programme and store in memory. Before you begin, first ensure that: – The tumble dryer is switched off.
Programmable functions Keypad tone An audible tone sounds each time you select a programme. Follow steps A to F to programme and store in memory. Before you begin, first ensure that: – The tumble dryer is switched off. – The door is closed. A Press the Start/Stop button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B-C. B Press the I-On/0-Off button in. Wait until the indicator light for the Start/Stop button lights up constantly . . . C . . . and then release the Start/Stop button.
Programmable functions Adjusting the dryer's electronics for very soft water ,In some areas, water is extremely soft which can affect the sensitivity of the control electronics. If the machine is installed in an area with very soft water, you should contact your local water supplier for information and advice regarding water hardness and water conductivity. If the water conductivity is less than 150 µS, the following programmable function will need to be activated. Important.
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