Technical Information
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G1000 / G2000 Dishwashers
3.3
Water
Softener
If your tap water hardness is above 8 grains per gallon (140 ppm), the
water should be softened.
If the Water Softener is needed (for select models only):
The water softener sets automatically to the local water hardness.
Note
The water hardness level can be programmed manually. See
Diagnostic Modes 6.1 or Operational Manual.
If the water softener is needed the salt reservoir must be filled – refer to 3.3.1
through 3.3.2 for details.
If the Water Softener is not needed (for select models only):
The “insufficient salt” message will turn off automatically.
Salt is not needed and should not be installed.
3 in 1 tablets and salt usage
When using 3 in 1 tablets (containing detergent, rinse aid, and water softener salt)
the “3 in 1” detergent setting should be selected. Use of 3 in 1 tablets will reduce salt
consumption of the machine to between a quarter and third of normal usage
amounts.
3.3.1
Water Softener Salt – General Information
Only use water softener salt specially formulated for dishwashers. Other salts may
contain insoluble additives that impair the Water Softener. The proper salt can be
purchased from Miele Technical Service Department.
3.3.2
Water Softener Salt – Adding
For models with salt reservoir located in bottom of the cabinet
1. Remove the Lower Basket.
2. Unscrew and remove the Salt Reservoir Cap located on the floor of the Wash
Cabinet.
3. If this is the first time salt is installed; add 2 quarts water.
4. Place a funnel over the Salt Reservoir.
5. Carefully fill reservoir with salt.
6. Clean any excess salt from the threads of the reservoir opening; and screw the
cap on firmly.
7. Run the” Rinse & Hold” program to remove any traces of salt from inside the
Wash Cabinet.
