Operating and Installation Instructions Washer W 4800 en - US, CA To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr.
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to the washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Using the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Cleaning the detergent drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Cleaning the water inlet filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 A wash program cannot be started . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ,WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons while using your appliance follow basic safety precautions, including the following: ~ Read all instructions before using the appliance. ~ GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ~ Faulty components must only be ~ Only use the washing machine to replaced with genuine Miele spare parts. wash items which are specified by the manufacturer to be machine washable on the fabric care label. Any other applications may be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use of the appliance. ~ If the power cord is damaged it must only be replaced by a Miele Service technician with a genuine Miele power cord.
Guide to the washer Control panel a PROGRAMS buttons eto select a wash program. b OPTIONS buttons Special features to enhance a wash program. c TEMP button to select the wash temperature. d SPIN speed button to select the spin speed. e PC Indicator allows a service technician to check and update the wash programs. 6 f STATUS indicators shows the current cycle of the wash program. g Buzzer button turns the buzzer on and off. h FAULT indicators indicate errors and shows the activated Child Lock.
Before using for the first time The appliance must be correctly installed and connected before the first use. Please see the "Installation instructions." This washing machine has undergone thorough functional testing in the factory, there may be some residual water in the drum from this process. Running a spin cycle before the first use is not possible for safety reasons. To activate the spin cycle, a wash program must be run without laundry and without detergent. ^ Turn on the water supply.
Using the washer 1. Prepare and sort the laundry Sort the laundry ^ Only wash items that are labeled machine washable by the manufacturer. Most garments have a fabric care label in the collar or side seam. ^ Sort the laundry by care label and color. General tips ^ Empty all pockets. ,Foreign objects left in pockets (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to clothes and the machine. Pretreat stains ^ Tough stains (blood, egg, coffee, tea, etc.
Using the washer 2. Load the laundry ^ Open the drum door. ^ Load the laundry loosely into the drum. For best results, wash mixed loads of small and large items. This will improve washing effectiveness and help distribute the load evenly. ^ Close the drum door. To prevent damage, make sure that there is no clothing caught between the drum door and the seal. ^ Close the drum door.
Using the washer 3. Select a program ^ Press the "PROGRAMS" button e or - until the desired program indicator lights.
Using the washer Program guide Temperature Final spin Item / Tip Normal Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer Hot D Very Warm C Warm B Cold A Items made from cottons, linen or mixed fabrics. High spin No Heat Important: Fill the drum only 3/4 of the way. Items need room to move otherwise they might get caught in the drum door seal.
Using the washer Temperature Final spin Item / Tip Woolens Options: Sensitive, Buzzer Warm B Cold A No Heat High spin Med spin Slow spin Hold No spin Silk Options: Buzzer Cold M Slow spin No Heat Items made from washable wool and mixed woolens. Silk and hand washable items which do not contain wool. Handwash Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer Warm N Cold M Med spin Hand washable items, which do not contain wool or silk.
Using the washer 4. Select a temperature and final spin speed The preselected temperature and/or spin speed can be adjusted if the program allows for it. See the "Program Guide". Rinse spin The laundry is spun after the main wash and between rinse cycles. Reducing the final spin speed will also reduce the rinse spin speeds. Hold ^ Select "Hold". The laundry is not spun and remains soaking in water. This will prevent wrinkles if the laundry is not removed immediately at the end of the wash program.
Using the washer 5. Select an option Extended For laundry with normal to heavy soiling or stains. The main wash cycle time for the wash program will be extended. Heavy Soil For heavily soiled laundry. For stubborn stains which are dried on. A pre-wash takes place and the wash time for the main wash is extended. ^ Select the desired Option with the respective button. Once an Option is selected the indicator lights. ^ See the Program Guide to find which Option is selectable for what program.
Using the washer 6. Add detergent Front loading washing machines require significantly less detergent than traditional top loaders. Closely follow the requirements of the detergent manufacturer. Use detergent according to the laundry soiling and water hardness. Light soiling No soiling or stains are visible. Normal soiling Some visible soiling or a few light stains. Heavy soiling Very visible soiling or stains. Use the "Heavy soil" function and add detergent in the Heavy soil compartment as described.
Using the washer ^ Add detergent to the desired compartments. – Main wash Detergent for the main wash – Heavy Soil Detergent for the pre-wash – Bleach Bleach used as described by the manufacturer; placed in the bleach compartment ^ Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer. – Softener Fabric softener or liquid starch ^ Add detergent to the Main Wash compartment at the beginning of each wash program.
Using the washer Detergents You can use all high efficiency detergents which are formulated for household washing machines. Closely follow the requirements of the detergent manufacturer.
Using the washer Fabric after care Fabric softener Makes fabrics feel softer and reduces static cling in the dryer. Mild liquid starch A synthetic starch wash that gives fabrics some stiffness. ^ Add the fabric softener or mild liquid starch to the "Softener" compartment. Do not exceed the maximum fill level marked inside the compartment, the excess will prematurely activate the siphon and be wasted. The fabric softener / liquid starch will be dispensed during the final rinse.
Using the washer Bleach Dyes The use of dyes in the washer is only recommended to a degree of usual household use. The salt used for dying may corrode the stainless steel with frequent use. ^ Use as directed by the manufacturer. Dye removers ,Do not use dye removers in this washer! ^ Pour bleach into the compartment. During the Main Wash the bleach will be automatically rinsed from the compartment and added to the cycle.
Using the washer 7. Start the program 8. Activate the Child Lock (if desired) ^ Press the flashing "Start" button. The washer shows the current cycle of the wash program under "STATUS". The drum door will be locked when the program starts. The drum light turns off after the program starts. ,If a program was started without The Child Lock prevents a program from being canceled. detergent, cancel the program first. Add detergent, then select and start a program again.
Using the washer 9. Program end ^ Open the drum door. ^ Remove the laundry. Check the drum for any missed pieces of laundry. Items inadvertently left in the washer may be damaged (e.g. shrink or discolor) during the next wash cycle. ^ Check the folds of the door seal for any small articles which may have been trapped. ^ Close the drum door. ^ Activate the Child Lock for safety reasons. ,Children, animals or foreign objects may find their way into the drum.
Using the washer Canceling a program Interrupting a program A program can be canceled any time after a program start. ^ Press briefly the "Pause" button. ^ Press the "Pause" button until the "STATUS" indicator "Drain/Spin" indicator lights. The wash water will be drained away. To add or remove laundry ^ Open the drum door. To select another program ^ Select a new program with the e buttons. The washer interrupts the program and unlocks the door. Continue: ^ Press the "Start" button.
Using the washer Adding/removing laundry during a wash program The drum door cannot be opened if: – the water temperature is greater than 130°F (55°C). – the water level is too high. – the program has reached the "Final Spin". ^ Press briefly the "Pause" button. – The Child Lock function is activated. ^ Open the drum door. ^ Add or remove the piece of laundry. ^ Close the drum door. ^ Press the "Start" button. The program will continue automatically.
Cleaning and Care ,Before cleaning or maintenance, disconnect the power supply by unplugging the unit or manually "tripping" the circuit breaker. ,Do not hose the washer down. Cleaning the exterior and control panel ^ Clean the exterior of the washer with a mild solution of non-abrasive detergent or soap and water, wipe dry with a soft cloth. ^ Clean the drum with a stainless steel cleaner specially formulated for use in a washing machine, available from Miele.
Quick guide Remove this guide for easy reference Please read all instructions, especially the "Important Safety Instructions", before using the washer.
Quick guide 1. Sort the laundry 3. Select a program ^ Empty all pockets. ^ Select the desired program. ^ Sort the laundry by fabric and color. The indicator of the selected program lights. ^ Pretreat stains. 2. Load the laundry 4. Select a temperature and spin speed The preselected temperature and/or spin speed can be adjusted if the program allows so. ^ Open the drum door and load the laundry. ^ Close the drum door.
Quick guide 5. Select an Option 7. Start a program ^ Press the flashing "Start" button. 8. Activate the Child Lock ^ Select the desired "OPTIONS". Press the upper button until the indicator/s of the desired option light/s. 6. Add detergent ^ Press the "OPTIONS" button until the "FAULT" indicator "Child Lock" lights. ^ Deactivate the Child Lock after the program has finished. 9. Unload the laundry ^ Open the drum door. ^ Add detergent in the respective compartments. ^ Remove the laundry.
Quick guide X Extra White X X Woolens X X X X X Silk X X X Sturdy X X X X X X Custom X X X X X X X X Handwash X X X X X X X X X X X Delicates X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Buzzer X X X X X X h as X The default settings are highlighted in bold.
Cleaning and Care Cleaning the detergent drawer Siphon tube and channel ^ Pull out the detergent drawer as far as it goes. Press down on the red release lever and pull the drawer out of the machine. 1. Remove the siphon tube from the "Softener" compartment and rinse under warm water. Also clean the pipe that the siphon tube is attached to. ^ Clean the detergent drawer with warm water. 2. Replace the siphon tube. Clean detergent residue regularly.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the water inlet filters The washer has two water inlet filters to protect each inlet valve. These filters should be checked and cleaned if necessary every 6 months. This may need to be done more frequently with some water supplies. ^ Turn off the water supply. ^ Unscrew the inlet hose from the valve by turning the connector counterclockwise using a wrench if necessary. ^ Remove the rubber seal, 1, from the connector.
Frequently asked questions ,Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for unauthorized work.
Frequently asked questions The program was canceled, the buzzer sounds and the "Start" button flashes. Issue Possible cause Fix – To turn off the fault message: Open the drum door or press and hold the "Pause/Hold to Cancel" button until the fault message goes out. The "FAULT" indicator – The drain is "Drain" lights. blocked. – The drain hose is too high. – Clean the drain filter and the drain pump. – The maximum drain pump height is 3 ft (1 m).
Frequently asked questions An error message is displayed at the end of a program. Issue Possible cause Fix – To turn off the fault message: Open the drum door or press and hold the "Pause/Hold to Cancel" button until the fault message goes out. The "FAULT" indicator The drain is blocked. Clean the drain filter and the "Drain" lights. drain pump. The "FAULT" indicator The water intake is "Intake" lights. blocked. Possible fault: Check if the water supply is open all the way.
Frequently asked questions General problems with the washer Issue Possible cause Solution The washer shakes during the spin cycle. The four feet are not resting evenly on the floor. There are unusual sounds coming from the drain pump. There is no fault. Lapping sounds at the beginning and end of the pump process are normal. Large residues of detergent remain in the dispenser drawer. The water pressure is too Rinse the water intake low.
Frequently asked questions Unsatisfactory wash results Issue The laundry is not clean enough when using liquid detergent. Possible cause Solution Liquid detergents do not – Use powder detergents contain bleaching containing bleach. agents. Fruit, coffee and – Pre-treat stains tea stains may not be removed. Laundry has a gray – Not enough detergent – Add more detergent to sticky residue. was used to dissolve laundry with grease stains or use a liquid detergent. greasy deposits on heavily soiled laundry.
Frequently asked questions The drum door cannot be opened Possible cause Solution The door is locked during the wash cycles. Press the "Pause" button. The door lock opens. The Child Lock is activated. Deactivate the Child Lock as described in the chapter "Using the washer - Activate the Child Lock". Power failure Open the door as described on the following page. There is still water in the drum and the washer cannot drain the water. Clean the drain filter and drain pump.
Frequently asked questions Opening the drum door during a power failure or when the drain is blocked ,Pull the plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning the washer! If the drain is clogged there will be water in the machine (max. 9.25 gal [35 l]). ,Make sure the machine is turned off and the drum has stopped turning. A moving drum is dangerous. ^ Open the detergent dispenser drawer and remove the tool. ^ Place a container under the drain tube.
Frequently asked questions Once the flow of water stops: ,If the drain filter is not securely tightened water will leak out when the machine is used. Opening the drum door ,Make sure the machine is turned off and the drum has stopped turning. A moving drum is dangerous. ^ Remove the drain filter. ^ Clean out any foreign objects or lint from the filter. ^ Pull out the detergent drawer. ^ Insert a screw driver into the slot of the emergency opener and pull upwards. The door will now open.
After sales service Repairs MieleCare In the event of a fault which you cannot fix yourself, please contact the service number on the back of this manual. (only USA) When contacting the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information can be found on the data plate located at the door hinge. PC Update The indicator marked PC allows a technician to make use of new technology.
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Installation Instructions To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use.
Installation Front view a High pressure intake hose, red mark for hot water b High pressure intake hose, blue mark for cold water c Power cord d - g Flexible drain hose with detachable swivel elbow (drain options shown) 38 h Control panel i Detergent dispenser drawer and door opener in case of power failure j Drum door k Access panel to lint trap and drain pump l Four height-adjustable feet
Installation Rear view a Electrical connection f Drain hose b W-LAN communication module g Shipping struts c Rear access with grip for transport h Brackets for intake and drain hoses d Water intake hose cold water (blue stripes) e Water intake hose hot water (red stripes) 39
Installation Installation site Installation For best performance front loading washers should be installed on the ground floor or basement of the building. ^ Use the front washer feet and the rear excess end to transport the washer from its shipping pallet to the installation site. Do not lift the washer by the drum door! A concrete or reinforced floor is the most suitable surface for the washer. These floors are less prone to vibration during the spin cycle.
Installation Removing the shipping struts ^ Turn the left shipping strut counterclockwise 90°. ^ Turn the right shipping strut counterclockwise 90°. ^ Withdraw the two struts together with the support plate. ^ Cover the two holes with the provided plugs. ,Movement of the washer without the shipping struts in place should be kept to a minimum. The struts must be reinstalled before the machine is moved. The shipping struts should be stored in a safe place for future use.
Installation Leveling the washer To ensure smooth operation the washer must be level. Failure to level the machine can result in increased water and energy consumption, loud noises during the spin cycle or "walking" across the floor during use. Adjust the four leveling feet The washer is leveled by adjusting the four feet. The machine is delivered with all four feet completely screwed in. ^ Tip the machine slightly and place a support, such as a block of wood, underneath it.
Plumbing The washing machine can be connected to a portable water supply. A non-return valve is not needed unless required by building code. The washing machine has ½" (13 mm) pressure hoses with 3/4" (19 mm) female hose thread connections. If there is no water hookup, contact a plumber to install a connection. Make sure that the sealing ring is seated properly on the hose connector. Replace the hose only with a genuine Miele hose, or with a hose able to withstand up to 145 psi (10 bar) pressure.
Plumbing Water connection Tips for a hot water connection ^ Connect the cold water intake hose (blue mark) to the cold water valve and the hot water intake hose (red mark) to the hot water valve. The hot water temperature from the hot water valve must not exceed 140°F (60°C); the ideal temperature is 130°F (55°C).
Plumbing Drainage The 5 foot (1.5 m) drain hose may be connected as follows: 1. Directly into a sink: hook the hose over the edge of the sink and secure it firmly (e.g. by tying the hose to the water faucet). 2. To a stand pipe: place the drain hose into a 1 ½" (4 cm) stand pipe and secure it firmly. ^ The machine drains using a pump with a maximum delivery height of 4 feet (1.2 m). ^ Make sure there are no kinks in the drain hose. If desired, the drain hose may be extended to run a maximum of 16 feet (4.
Electrical connection GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Help protect our environment Disposal of the packing material The cardboard box and packing materials protect the appliance during shipping. They have been designed to be biodegradable and recyclable. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children, as they pose a danger of suffocation. Disposal of an appliance Old appliances may contain materials that can be recycled.
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