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The programmable functions can be
used to tailor washing programmes to
suit your individual requirements.

The programmable functions are
activated with the help of the additional
option buttons and the programme
selector.

Increasing the water level

The water level in the main wash can
be increased for the

H

,

Cottons Universal

and the

Minimum

iron

programmes.

Follow steps

A

to

G

to programme

and store in memory.

Before you begin, first ensure that:

– The washing machine is switched off.

– The drum door is closed.

– The programme selector is at

Finish

.

A

Press the additional option buttons

Intensive

and

Rinse plus

at the same

time, hold pressed in and . . .

B

. . . switch the machine on with the

I-On/0-Off

button.

C

Let go of all these buttons.

P 0

appears in the display.

D

Turn the programme selector to

Delicates 30°C

:

E

The

P

will now flash in the display

alternating with the number

2

In addition, one of the following will
appear on the right of the display:

0

= increased water level is

deactivated

or:

1

= increased water level is activated

F

Press the

Start

button to change the

display from

0

to

1

or from

1

to

0

.

G

Switch the washing machine off with
the

I-On/0-Off

button.

The setting you have selected is now
stored in memory and will remain so
until you alter it.

Programmable functions

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Summary of Contents for Allerwash W 3574 WPS

Page 1: ...uctions for Washing machine Allerwash W 3574 WPS To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time G M Nr 06 512 090 ...

Page 2: ...h if handled or disposed of incorrectly could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment They are however essential for the correct functioning of your appliance or machine Please do not therefore dispose of your old machine or appliance with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection recycling centre and ensure that it presents no dange...

Page 3: ...12 Energy and water consumption 12 Detergent 12 Additional options Soak Pre wash Intensive 12 When drying with a tumble dryer 12 Tips for allergy sufferers 13 Fabrics 13 Detergent 13 Number of rinses 13 How to wash correctly 14 Additional options 19 Spinning 20 Final spin speed 20 Rinse and interim spin 20 To omit the final spin Rinse hold 20 To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin 20 De...

Page 4: ...or liquid starch at the end of a programme 32 Cleaning and care 33 External casing and fascia panel 33 E Cloth 33 Extra cleaning 33 Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer 33 Cleaning the filter in the water inlet 35 Problem solving guide 36 The programme does not start 36 The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on 37 A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme conti...

Page 5: ...Building under a continuous worktop in a kitchen run 51 Washer and Dryer stack 51 The Miele Waterproof system 52 Connection to the water supply 53 Connection to the drainage system 55 Electrical connection U K 56 Consumption data 57 Note for test institutes 57 Technical data 58 Programmable functions 60 Increasing the water level 60 Introducing an additional rinse for the Hygiene and Cottons Unive...

Page 6: ... guaranteed when continuity is complete between the machine and an effective earthing system which complies with local and national regulations It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and regularly tested and where there is any doubt the household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of a...

Page 7: ...s been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur Frozen hoses may burst or split The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point Before using the machine for the first time check that the transit fittings at the rear of the machine have been removed see se...

Page 8: ... use these products in this machine Always make sure the drum is stationary before reaching in to remove washing Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous Safety with children This machine is not a toy To avoid the risk of injury do not allow children to play on or near it or to play with the controls Supervise its use by the elderly or infirm and supervise children whilst you are operati...

Page 9: ...pin speed Rinse hold or Without spin fIndicator lights for spin speed Rinse hold or Without spin gProgramme selector For selecting the wash programme and temperature for that programme The programme selector can be turned clockwise or anti clockwise hProgramme sequence indicator lights Show which section of the wash programme has been reached iCheck lights jI On 0 Off button For switching the mach...

Page 10: ...e duration may be longer or shorter depending on this absorbency rate Delay start The delay start time selected will appear in the display After the machine has started the delay start time counts down If the delay start time is more than 10 hours it will count down by the hour If it is less than 9 hours and 59 minutes it will count down minute by minute Once the delay start time has finished the ...

Page 11: ...h programme without laundry and without detergent Using detergent could result in an excessive build up of foam This also activates the ball valve The ball valve prevents detergent escaping from the suds container into the sump during a wash programme thus making maximum use of the detergent Open the stopcock Press the I On 0 Off button in Turn the programme selector to the Cottons Universal 40 C ...

Page 12: ... of soiling For stubborn or old stains use the Soak option Detergent Do not exceed the amounts of detergent recommended by the manufacturer on the packaging Reduce the amount of detergent with smaller loads approx 1 3 less than the amount recommended can be used when washing a half load Additional options Soak Pre wash Intensive Select A wash programme without any additional options for light to n...

Page 13: ...llows Use the Pillows hygiene programme to remove household dust mites from pillows Pillow and mattress covers should be washed regularly at least every 3 months Detergent Use detergents without added fragrance We recommend using detergents which have been specially designed for those with sensitive skins or allergies Detergent components will vary depending on the manufacturer so it may be a good...

Page 14: ...hat the cleaning agent is rinsed off before washing the garment in the machine Do not use solvent based cleaning agents in this machine Sort the laundry by colour and by care label Most garments have a textile care label in the collar or side seam Dark textiles often contain excess dye and should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load Always wash whites and colour...

Page 15: ...elps distribute the load evenly during spinning The most efficient use of energy and water is achieved when a full load is washed However do not overload as this causes creases and reduces cleaning efficiency Make sure that no garments are caught between the drum door and seal Shut the door with a gentle swing DSelect a programme Turn the programme selector to the required programme How to wash co...

Page 16: ...gramme You can only select additional options which are compatible with the basic programme being used FSelect a spin speed Press the Spin button repeatedly until the indicator light for the spin speed you want comes on GSelect Delay start if required Press the Delay start button to set the delay start time How to wash correctly 16 ...

Page 17: ...inse and spin results Higher water consumption an additional rinse cycle will automatically switch in A burden to the environment Pull out the detergent drawer and place detergent in the compartments as follows i Detergent for Pre wash if selecting Pre wash add 1 4 of the total amount recommended This compartment is also used for starch formulations when starching separately j Detergent for the ma...

Page 18: ...pped turning Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous and could result in injury When the programme has finished the Anti crease Finish indicator light will come on Press the Door button to open the drum door Remove the laundry Check that all items have been removed from the drum Items left in the drum could discolour other items in the next wash or become discoloured themselves Check th...

Page 19: ...e For normal to heavy soiling or where staining is visible The duration of the main wash is increased Rinse plus Rinses the laundry very thoroughly A fourth rinse is introduced in the Hygiene Cottons Universal and Minimum iron programmes Your washing machine also has the following programmable functions the water level can be increased in the Hygiene Cottons Universal and Minimum iron programmes a...

Page 20: ... setting The laundry will not be spun and will remain suspended in the final rinse water This reduces creasing if the laundry is not going to be removed from the drum immediately after the end of the programme To start the final spin The Rinse hold indicator light above the Spin button will be lit up Use the Spin button to select the spin speed you want The final spin will then begin To end the pr...

Page 21: ... minutes up to 10 hours by 1 hour from 10 hours upwards If you keep the Delay start button pressed in the time will continue to count up to 24 hours and then stop To alter Delay start It is not possible to alter the Delay start time after the programme has been started by pressing the Start button To cancel Delay start Press the Delay start button again when 24 is showing in the display To cancel ...

Page 22: ...aining is visible use the Intensive additional option Cottons Universal 30 C to 60 C 876 Max load 6 0 kg Fabric Cottons linens or cotton mix fabrics Additional options Soak Pre wash Intensive Rinse plus Note for test institutes For testing in accordance with EN 60456 you must use the Intensive option Minimum iron 30 C to 60 C 43218E76 Max load 3 0 kg Fabric Synthetics mixed fibres and easy care co...

Page 23: ...socks tights bras etc in a washing bag Woollens cold to 40 C acg Max load 2 0 kg Fabric Machine washable or hand washable wool or wool blend fabrics If the care label does not specify a temperature wash using the cold setting Express 40 C 7 Max load 3 0 kg Fabric Small loads of items which require freshening up and which can be washed in a Cottons Universal programme First wash 16 Max load 3 0 kg ...

Page 24: ... d a e 3 L L Delicates e b e 3 L Silks d 2 L Woollens c 2 L L Express d a 2 L L First wash a 2 L L Pillows hygiene1 e a e 3 L Drain Spin L d Low water level Medium water level e High water level a Normal wash rhythm b Gentle action c Woollens d Silks See the following pages for more information about the programme sequences Programme sequence 24 ...

Page 25: ...y shows the stage the programme has reached Special features in the programme sequences Anti crease At the end of every programme with the exception of the Woollens programme the drum continues to turn at intervals for up to 30 minutes to help prevent creasing The door can be opened and laundry removed at any time during the anti crease phase 1 Saturation Before the wash process begins water is ta...

Page 26: ...sh apf Dry clean D Do not dry clean w Clean professionally x Suitable for chlorine bleaching z Do not use chlorine bleach Tumble dry q At normal temperature r At low temperature s Do not tumble dry Ironing I Hot iron H Medium hot iron G Cool iron J Do not iron Garment care label symbols 26 ...

Page 27: ...e start of a programme it is no longer possible to select a different programme If the programme selector is moved the Anti crease Finish indicator light will start flashing However the programme sequence remains unaffected Altering the temperature It is possible to select a different temperature up to 6 minutes after the programme has started Altering the spin speed It is possible to change the s...

Page 28: ... if the Door button is pressed when the above conditions are present Safety lock The safety lock prevents the machine from being opened or the programme cancelled during a wash programme To activate the safety lock After the start of a programme press the Start button for at least 4 seconds until the Locked check light lower right on the control panel comes on The safety lock is now activated The ...

Page 29: ... in while carrying out steps C to E CSlowly turn the programme selector clockwise stage by stage to Cottons Universal 60 C DNow slowly turn the programme selector anti clockwise stage by stage to Finish ENext slowly turn the programme selector anti clockwise stage by stage to Delicates cold The Locked check light lower right on the control panel will flash FThen release the Pre wash button GTurn t...

Page 30: ...using a ball provided by the manufacturer for programmes without a pre wash For programmes with a pre wash you will need to purchase a special container from the Miele Spare Parts department which sits in the main wash compartment j of the detergent dispenser drawer Add liquid detergent to this container for the main wash and to compartment i for the pre wash All purpose detergent for whites Deter...

Page 31: ... A water softener can be used to cut down on the use of detergents in hard water areas Dispense according to the amount specified on the packaging First add detergent and then the water softener Use a quantity of detergent as for soft water Miele do not recommend connecting the machine to a household water softener Washing with several components If you wash using several components e g special ap...

Page 32: ...oner or liquid starch to compartment Do not exceed the maximum level mark It will be automatically dispensed in the last rinse At the end of the programme a small amount of water remains in the fabric conditioner compartment If liquid starch is used it is extremely important to ensure that any liquid starch residues are removed from the machine before it is used to wash items for allergy sufferers...

Page 33: ...ailable from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel glass plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals It can be washed 300 times Extra cleaning Carry out a hot wash 70 C or above with powder detergent approx every 6 weeks to help prevent deposits building up in the machine These can occur when washing is mainly done at low temperatur...

Page 34: ...ace the siphon If starching frequently thoroughly clean the siphon and siphon tube regularly A build up of starch will cause them to get clogged Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing Use a bottle brush to remove detergent residues and limescale from the jets inside the detergent dispenser drawer housing Cleaning and care 34 ...

Page 35: ...urn off the stopcock Unscrew the threaded union connecting the free end of the inlet hose to the stopcock Remove the rubber seal 1 from the recess Using pointed pliers take hold of the plastic filter bar 2 and remove Clean the plastic filter Put the filter and seal back in the reverse order and reconnect the hose Turn on the stopcock and check the connection is watertight If water drips out tighte...

Page 36: ...d person in accordance with local and national safety regulations Unauthorised repairs could be dangerous The programme does not start Problem Possible cause Remedy The Anti crease Finish indicator light is not on or the Start indicator light is not flashing There is no power Check that the mains plug is plugged in the fuse or circuit breaker has not tripped The Locked check light is flashing The ...

Page 37: ...ounds and the Check inlet light flashes appears in the display The water inlet is blocked Open the stopcock The buzzer sounds and the Check inlet and Check drain lights are flashing appears in the display The water protection system has reacted Call the Service Department The buzzer sounds and the Soak Pre wash or Rinses indicator light is flashing appears in the display There is a fault Start the...

Page 38: ... the filter The Excess detergent check light comes on Excessive foam has built up during washing Use less detergent next time and follow the manufacturer s instructions on dosage given on the packaging The Main wash indicator light is flashing There is a fault Start the programme again If the fault indicator occurs again contact the Service Department The Anti crease Finish indicator light is flas...

Page 39: ... programme selector Large amount of detergent residues remain in the detergent dispenser drawer The water pressure is too low Clean the filter in the water inlet Powder detergent used in conjunction with water softeners tends to become sticky In future add washing powder into the dispenser drawer first and then add the water softener Fabric conditioner is not completely dispensed or too much water...

Page 40: ...t load run a Hygiene 95 C programme with powder detergent but without a load White residues which look like powder detergent are seen on dark textiles after washing The detergent contained compounds zeolites to aid water softening which are not soluble in water They have ended up on the laundry Try and brush off the residues with a soft brush once the laundry is dry Use a liquid detergent to wash ...

Page 41: ...Electronic programme locking The electronic system lock has been activated To deactivate it see Electronic system lock Power cut Open the drum door as described in the section Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and or power failure The door was not correctly engaged Press hard against the lock side of the drum door and then press the Door button There is still water in th...

Page 42: ...ter will be retained in the machine Caution if laundry has been washed at a high temperature water draining out of the machine will still be hot Danger of scalding Procedure for draining the machine Place a suitable container under the access flap When draining water from the machine do not unscrew the drain filter completely or take it right out Unscrew the drain filter lid until water runs out T...

Page 43: ... an obstruction should be removed Put the drain filter back in place and secure Make sure the drain filter is securely tightened Otherwise there is a risk of water leakage during use Opening the drum door Always make sure that the drum is stationary before reaching into the machine to remove laundry Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous Pull the emergency release downwards see illustr...

Page 44: ...ass when the door is open Future updates PC The indicator light marked PC is the interface used by Miele service technicians during servicing work for testing purposes and for updating the machine s programme data Appliance guarantee Please see the guarantee card supplied with your machine Optional accessories Optional accessories for this washing machine are available from your Miele Dealer or fr...

Page 45: ...able c f Flexible drain hose with detachable swivel elbow gControl panel hDetergent dispenser drawer iDrum door jAccess to drain filter drain pump and emergency release kHandle recesses for moving the machine lFour height adjustable feet Installation and connection 45 ...

Page 46: ...en moving the machine bElectricity supply cable cInlet hose with Waterproof system dDrain hose eTransit bar covers fRestraining clip for inlet hose and drain hose gRestraining clips for transit bars when removed Installation and connection 46 ...

Page 47: ...nstall the machine in a corner as this is usually the most stable part of the floor If the machine is installed on a raised plinth it has to be secured against slippage during spinning using retaining clips available from the Miele Spare Parts Dept Installing the washing machine To manoeuvre the machine out of its packing case to its installation site hold it by the edge of the lid where it protru...

Page 48: ... Using the spanner supplied turn the left hand transit bar 90 then withdraw the transit bar Turn the right hand transit bar 90 then withdraw the transit bar Installation and connection 48 ...

Page 49: ... fitted over retainers a The washing machine must not be moved without the transit bars in place Store the transit bars as shown or keep them in a safe place for future use They must be re fitted if the machine is to be moved again e g when moving house Re fitting the transit bars Re fitting is carried out by reversing the procedure Installation and connection 49 ...

Page 50: ...he machine is delivered Using the spanner supplied turn counter nut 2 in a clockwise direction Then turn counter nut 2 together with foot 1 to unscrew Use a spirit level to check the machine is standing level Hold foot 1 securely with a pipe wrench Turn counter nut 2 again using the spanner supplied until it sits firmly up against the housing All four counternuts must be firmly up against the hous...

Page 51: ...onnections for electricity water and drainage should be installed in such a way that they remain accessible when the machine is in place Fitting instructions are supplied with the conversion kit All parts marked are available from your Dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department Washer and Dryer stack A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked with the washing machine A WTV stacking kit is necessary and c...

Page 52: ...his protective sleeve A float switches off the safety valve preventing any more water from flowing into the machine and water in the suds container is pumped away 2 Electronic unit and washing machine housing Sump Any leaking water is collected in a sump in the base of the machine A float switches off the safety valves preventing any more water from flowing into the machine and water in the suds c...

Page 53: ...to have a non return valve as the washing machine has been designed to comply with DIN regulations The machine is designed to operate with a flow pressure of between 100 and 1 000 kPa 1 10 bar If it is higher than 1 000 kPa it is essential to fit a pressure reducing valve Connection to the mains water supply should incorporate a mains stopcock with 3 4 thread The stopcock should be fitted by a qua...

Page 54: ...nlet valve the dirt filter in the water inlet valve connection must not be removed Extension hose A 1 5 metre long metal extension hose is available from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department as an optional extra This hose is tested to withstand pressures of up to 14 000 kPa and can be used as a flexible extension to the water supply N B Using this hose renders the Waterproof syste...

Page 55: ... of more than 1 m up to a maximum of 1 8 m a second duo drain pump is available with the corresponding kit from the Miele Spare Parts Department or your Miele Dealer Drain hose connection 1 Direct into a sink or basin Please note the following Hook the hose over the edge and secure Make sure that the water can drain away freely without hindrance Otherwise there is a risk of water overflowing or of...

Page 56: ...l current device RCD with a trip current of 30 mA in accordance with DIN VDE 0664 VDE 0100 Section 739 Do not connect via an extension lead Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating Non rewireable plugs BS 1363 The fuse cover must be refitted when changing the fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a suitable replace...

Page 57: ... 18 min 1 h 33 min Delicates 30 C 2 0 kg 0 35 69 48 min 58 min Silks 30 C 1 0 kg 0 25 41 36 min Woollens 30 C 2 0 kg 0 23 39 40 min First wash 30 C 3 0 kg 0 37 35 57 min Pillows hygiene 60 C 1 or 2 pillows 1 00 60 1 h 00 min 1 EN 60456 test programme Note for test institutes For testing in accordance with EN 60456 you must use the Intensive option Consumption data can vary from the nominal values ...

Page 58: ...load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate plug Consumption data see Consumption data Water flow pressure minimum 100 kPa 1 bar Water flow pressure maximum 1000 kPa 10 bar Inlet hose length 1 60 m Drain hose length 1 50 m Mains connection cable length 1 60 m Delivery head max 1 00 m Maximum drainage length 5 00 m Test certificates awarded Radio TV suppression VDE Technical data 58 ...

Page 59: ...Programmable functions for changing default settings The programmable functions can be used to tailor washing programmes to suit your individual requirements ...

Page 60: ... is at Finish APress the additional option buttons Intensive and Rinse plus at the same time hold pressed in and B switch the machine on with the I On 0 Off button CLet go of all these buttons P 0 appears in the display DTurn the programme selector to Delicates 30 C EThe P will now flash in the display alternating with the number 2 In addition one of the following will appear on the right of the d...

Page 61: ...sed The programme selector is at Finish APress the Intensive and Rinse plus additional option buttons at the same time hold pressed in and B switch the machine on with the I On 0 Off button CLet go of all these buttons P 0 appears in the display DTurn the programme selector to Express 40 C EThe P will now flash in the display alternating with the number 8 In addition one of the following will appe...

Page 62: ...washing machine is switched off The drum door is closed The programme selector is at Finish APress the additional option buttons Intensive and Rinse plus at the same time hold pressed in and B switch the machine on with the I On 0 Off button CLet go of all these buttons P 0 appears in the display DTurn the programme selector to First wash EThe P will now flash in the display alternating with the n...

Page 63: ... off The drum door is closed The programme selector is at Finish A Press the additional option buttons Intensive and Rinse plus at the same time hold pressed in and B switch the machine on with the I On 0 Off button CLet go of all these buttons P 0 appears in the display DTurn the programme selector to Pillows hygiene 60 C EThe P will now flash in the display alternating with the number 10 In addi...

Page 64: ...e programme selector is at Finish A Press the additional option buttons Intensive and Rinse plus at the same time hold pressed in and B switch the machine on with the I On 0 Off button CLet go of all these buttons P 0 appears in the display DTurn the programme selector to Pillows hygiene 95 C EThe P will now flash in the display alternating with the number 11 In addition one of the following will ...

Page 65: ...l option buttons Intensive and Rinse plus at the same time hold pressed in and B switch the machine on with the I On 0 Off button CLet go of all these buttons P 0 appears in the display DTurn the programme selector to Hygiene 60 C EThe P will now flash in the display alternating with the number 20 In addition one of the following will appear on the right of the display 0 buzzer is deactivated or 1...

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