Operating instructions Washer W 1986 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. U M.-Nr.
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to the washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Before using the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Washer care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Cleaning the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Cleaning the detergent drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Quick Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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.
Guide to the washer Control panel 1 "On/Off" button Turns the machine on and off or interrupts a program. 7 Spin speed selector button Allows you to select the final spin speed of a program. 2 "Door" button Opens the drum door. 8 Spin speed indicator light Indicates the current spin speed. 3 "Time Remaining" display Shows the countdown to the end of the program. 9 Program selector For selecting a program and wash temperature.
Before using the washer The appliance must be correctly installed and connected before the first use. Please see the "Installation instructions." Before using the washer, a program must be run without laundry and without detergent to flush out any residual water from the factory testing process. ^ Close the washer door. ^ Press the "On/Off" button. ^ Turn the program selector to "COTTONS/very hot". ^ Press the "Spin" button until the "high" mark of the indicator lights. ^ Press the "START" button.
Using the washer 1. Prepare and sort laundry ^ Empty all pockets. – Dark fabrics often bleed the first few times they are washed. They should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load. – Remove any lead weights or strips from curtains before washing. – Loose undergarment underwires should be removed or sewn in place before washing. – Woolens and knitted garments should be turned inside out. – Close zippers, hooks and eyelets before washing.
Using the washer 2. Load the laundry ^ Turn on the washer using the "On/Off" button. ^ Open the drum door using the "Door" button. ^ Load the laundry 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. Note: Overloading the washer will cause poor wash results and wrinkling. ^ Close the drum door.
Using the washer 3. Select a program Special programs SILK / Gentle program for hand and machine washable silk fabrics. Cool water and slower wash, rinse and spin cycles reduce wrinkling and fading. WOOLENS / ^ Turn the program selector in either direction to the program you wish to use. Specialty care program for hand and machine washable wool and wool blends. A mild range of wash temperatures, low water level and minimum drum movement gently clean and maintain the shape of garments.
Using the washer Program guide Temperature Care symbols Fabric Cottons Available wash options: Soak, Heavy soil, Extended, Sensitive 190 °F / very hot F 140 °F / hot 120 °F / warm – white household linens 100 % cotton sheets, cloth diapers, towels, etc. to be sanitized. Not for use with clothing with elastic. 8 – sturdy white cottons Underwear, cotton t-shirts, socks. E C light colors Colorfast items.
Using the washer 4. Select a spin speed Special spin options The default spin speed will automatically be selected for each program. However, you can adjust the spin speed within the parameters listed below: – Hold 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. When ready, select a spin speed to continue the program. To finish the program, press the "Door" button.
Using the washer 5. Select wash options (if needed) Soak For heavy soiling and stubborn stains (e.g. blood, grease, cocoa) that require soaking before the main wash. Each press of the "Soak" button will add 30 minutes (6 hours maximum) of soak time to the wash program. Heavy soil For heavily soiled laundry where a pretreatment is necessary to remove surface soiling. Extended ^ Press the button for the wash options you would like to select. The indicator light for the respective option will illuminate.
Using the washer 6. Add detergent ^ Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer and add detergent to the appropriate compartments. j = Detergent for the main wash i = Only add detergent (1/4 of the total recommended amount of detergent) to this compartment if the "Heavy Soil" wash option is selected. § = Fabric softener or liquid starch. ^ Close the detergent dispenser drawer. ,Do not use detergents containing chemical solvents.
Detergent Water softener Use only high-efficiency, low sudsing laundry detergent formulated for front loading washing machines. For wool and wool blend fabrics, use a detergent formulated for wools. Follow instructions on the detergent packaging for the correct use and amount of detergent. You may need to adjust the amount of detergent if the load is smaller or more or less soiled than normal. Add detergent to compartment j at the beginning of each wash program.
Detergent Fabric softener Starch Fabric softener added to the wash program will make fabrics feel softer and will reduce static cling in the dryer. Starching can be included in any wash program as part of the final rinse, or can be performed separately: ^ Open the fabric softener compartment §. ^ Add the recommended amount of starch. ^ Close the compartment lid and push in the dispenser drawer. ^ The starch will be dispensed during the final rinse.
Using the washer 7. Select Delay Start 8. Start the program If you wish, the start of the wash program can be delayed to take advantage of lower energy rates, or to have a load completed at a later time. Press "START" to begin the program. The maximum program run time will appear in the display. 9. Activate the program lock (if necessary) ^ Press the "Delay Start" button until the desired time delay appears in the "Time Remaining" display.
Using the washer 10. Unload the laundry ^ Open the drum door by pressing the "Door" button. ^ Turn off the washer using the "On/Off" button and turn the program selector to "End". ^ Close the drum door. Do not attempt to remove laundry from the washer if the drum is turning. You may seriously injure yourself. If the drum turns with the door open, contact Miele’s Technical Service Department. ^ Remove the laundry. ^ Check the folds of the door seal for any small articles which may have been trapped.
Using the washer Adding/removing laundry during a wash program Cancelling a program that has not yet started You can interrupt the following programs to add or remove a piece of laundry: ^ Turn the program selector to "End". – COTTONS – PERMA PRESS – Jeans – Dress Shirts – Starch ^ Press the "Door" button and open the drum door. ^ Add or remove the piece of laundry. ^ Close the door. The program will automatically continue.
Using the washer Cancelling a program that has started ^ Turn off the washer with the "On/Off" button. Skipping part of a program ^ Turn the program selector to "End". ^ Turn the program selector to "End". When the desired program cycle flashes in the program sequence display: ^ Turn on the washer with the "On/Off" button. ^ Turn the program selector back to the original program within 4 seconds . ^ Turn the program selector to "Drain/Spin". To change a program ^ Select the desired spin speed.
Locking the washer Electronic program lock To cancel the program lock The program lock prevents the washer from being opened or the program from being changed during a wash program. ^ Hold the "START" button until the "Door Lock" indicator goes out. To activate the program lock The program selector was moved and the "Anti-crease/End" indicator blinks in the program sequence display. ^ Once the wash program has started, hold the "START" button until the "Door Lock" indicator illuminates.
Locking the washer Child Safety Lock This safety lock can be activated to prevent a child from climbing inside the washer. When the child safety lock is activated, the drum door cannot be opened and a program cannot be started. To activate the safety lock 5. Turn the program selector slowly in a counterclockwise motion to the "DELICATES/cold" position. The "Door Lock" indicator (lower right of control panel) flashes. 6. Release the "Heavy Soil" button. 7. Turn the program selector to "End". 8.
Washer care ,Before cleaning the appliance, disconnect the power supply by unplugging the unit or manually tripping the circuit breaker. Cleaning the washer ^ 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 washer.
Washer care Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap ^ Place a 2 quart capacity container underneath the drain tube. Occasionally, small objects (buttons, coins, etc.) may become trapped in the lint trap. If the machine does not drain completely, the lint trap should be checked to ensure that it is free of foreign objects. ^ Turn the lint trap lid counterclockwise 2 - 3 times. Do not remove it. About 2 quarts of water will drain out of the hose.
Washer Care Once the flow of water stops: ^ Remove the lint trap lid. ^ Clean out any foreign objects or lint from the filter. ^ Check that the drain pump impeller (in the back of the chamber) rotates freely by spinning with your hand. ^ Clean the inside of the lint trap housing. Remove any detergent deposits or foreign objects from the threads of the filter housing and filter unit before returning the lint trap. ^ Return the lint trap and tighten into place.
Quick Guide Remove this guide for easy reference Please read all instructions, especially the "Important Safety Instructions", before using the washer.
Quick Guide 1. Prepare and sort laundry ^ Empty pockets. 3. Select a program ^ Turn the program selector in either direction to the desired program. ^ Pretreat stains. Check the "Program guide", to determine which program is most appropriate for the load being washed. 2. Load the laundry 4. Select the spin speed ^ Sort laundry by fabric and color. ^ Turn on the washer using the "On/Off" button. ^ Open the drum door using the "Door" button. ^ Load the laundry. ^ Close the drum door.
Quick Guide 5. Select wash options (if needed) 7. Select Delay Start (if needed) 8. Start the program ^ Press "START". 6. Add detergent 9. Activate the program lock (if necessary) ^ Hold the "START" button until the "Door Lock" indicator lights up. 10. Unload the laundry ^ Open the drum door using the "Door" button ^ Remove the laundry.
Quick Guide Temperature Care symbols Fabric Cottons Available wash options: Soak, Heavy soil, Extended, Sensitive 190 °F / very hot F 140 °F / hot 120 °F / warm – white household linens 100 % cotton sheets, cloth diapers, towels, etc. to be sanitized. Not suitable for clothing containing elastic. 8 – sturdy white cottons Underwear, cotton t-shirts, socks. E C light colors Colorfast items.
Washer care Cleaning the water inlet filters The washer has two water inlet filters to protect each inlet valve. These filters should be checked every 6 months and cleaned, if necessary. (This may need to be performed more frequently with some water supplies). Cleaning the inlet hose filter ^ Turn off the water valve. ^ 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 With the following guide, minor issues can be resolved without a service call: The program will not start. Issue Possible cause The "Anti-crease/End" The washer has no power. indicator does not light, or the "START" button does not blink. The "Door Lock" indicator blinks. The lock function is activated. Solution* Check to determine: – if the unit is plugged in. – if the circuit breaker has tripped. Deactivate the lock function. The program stops and a fault indicator blinks.
Frequently asked questions The program runs normally, but a fault indicator lights up. Issue The "Check drain" indicator blinks. The "Water intake" indicator blinks. Possible cause The drain is blocked. The water intake is impaired. The inlet hose filter is dirty. The "Oversudsing" indicator lights. The "Main Wash" indicator blinks in the program sequence display. The "Anti-crease/End" indicator blinks in the program sequence display. Solution * Clean the lint trap and the drain pump.
Frequently asked questions Poor wash results. Issue The washer shakes during the spin cycle. The wash is too wet after the final spin. There are unusual sounds coming from the drain pump. Possible cause The washer’s feet are not resting evenly on the floor. The shipping struts have not been removed. The spin speed was too low. There is no fault. The light ring does not light. The washer has turned off the light ring to conserve energy. Detergent residue remains in the dispenser drawer.
Frequently asked questions Issue Possible cause The laundry has a gray, sticky residue An inadequate amount of – Add more detergent. detergent was used to – Before washing the next dissolve greasy deposits load, run an empty load on in heavily soiled laundry. "COTTONS/140°F" with detergent to clean out the machine. The detergent was not – Before drying, remove completely dissolved due white residue with a to hard water. clothing brush. – Add water softener to future loads.
Frequently asked questions The door will not open when the "Door" button is pressed. Issue The washer is not hooked up to electricity. The washer is not turned on. The Child Safety Lock is activated. The electronic lock function is activated. The door was not closed correctly. There is still water in the drum and the washer cannot drain it out. The "hold" spin speed was selected. Solution Insert the plug into the outlet. The "no spin" speed was selected. Turn the program selector to "Drain/Spin".
Frequently asked questions Opening the drum door during a power failure ^ Open the detergent dispenser drawer. ^ Remove the tool. ,Make sure the machine is off and the drum has stopped turning. A moving drum is dangerous. ^ To open the door, pull down on the ring in the upper right corner of the access area. ^ Open the lint trap door. ^ Drain the water from the washer (see "Washer care / "Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap").
After Sales Service In the event of any fault which you cannot fix yourself, please contact the Miele Technical Service Department U 1-800-999-1360 techserv@mieleusa.com V 1-800-565-6435 service@miele.ca When contacting the Technical Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. Both can be found on the data plate visible above the glass on the inside of the door.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Installation Front view a Power cord d Detergent dispenser drawer b High pressure intake hoses; blue mark for cold water, red mark for hot water e Control panel c Flexible drain hose with detachable swivel elbow (drain options shown) f Drum door g Access panel to lint trap and drain pump h Four height-adjustable feet 35
Installation Installation site Horizontal access washers should be installed on the ground floor or basement level of a construction for best performance. A concrete or reinforced floor is the most suitable surface for the washer. These types of floors are less prone to vibration during the spin cycle. If the installation must be performed on a wooden floor: – Install the washer in the corner of a room, where the stability of the floor is greatest. – The machine must be levelled and securely positioned.
Installation Installation beneath a counter If a countertop is placed over the washer, at least a 1/4" gap must be left between the top of the machine and bottom of the countertop; nothing should be within 1/2" of any other side of the washing machine. Washer / Dryer Stack The Miele washing machine can be installed as part of a washer/dryer stack in combination with a Miele tumble dryer. The dryer can only be stacked on top of the washer and never vice versa.
Installation Installation Remove the shipping struts – Lift the machine from its shipping pallet and move it to the installation site. – Do not lift the washer by the drum door. – Ensure that the machine’s feet and the floor are dry to prevent slippage during the spin cycle. ^ Turn the left shipping strut counterclockwise 90°. ^ Turn the right shipping strut clockwise 90°.
Installation ,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. ^ Reinstall the struts by reversing the above procedure. ^ Remove the two struts together with the support plate. ^ Plug the two holes with the plastic caps provided.
Installation Level 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 noise during the spin cycle or "walking" across the floor during use. ^ Unscrew each of the four feet as much as necessary by turning both the foot, 1, as well as the locking ring, 2, to the left using a screwdriver. ^ Remove the support and stand the machine on its feet. ^ Check that the machine stands level.
Plumbing connection 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; the ideal temperature is 130°F.
Plumbing connection The washing machine can be connected to a potable water supply. A non-return valve is not required, unless required by building code. The washing machine has 1/2" pressure hoses with 3/4" 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. Only replace the hose with a genuine Miele hose or with a hose able to withstand up to 145 psi (10 bar) pressure.
Plumbing connection Drainage The 5 foot 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 1/2" stand pipe and secure it firmly. ^ The machine drains using a pump with a maximum delivery height of 4 feet. ^ Make sure there are no kinks in the drain hose.
Electrical connection 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. 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.
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