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Problem

Possible cause

Remedy

The

indicator light

flashes four times and
the

indicator light is

also lit up.

The empty or
missing water
container is not
recognised by the
appliance.

Switch off the appliance. Fill the
water container with fresh tap
water and replace it. Do not use
distilled water. Switch the
appliance back on again.

The

indicator light is lit up.

When the steam generator cools
down, it empties automatically.
The steam generator is then
automatically refilled so it is
ready to steam again.

The water container
is not inserted
properly causing air
to be sucked in.

The water feed
pump is being
activated but is not
running.

The water filter is
blocked or missing.

Clean and replace the water
filter (see "Cleaning the water
filter").

The water filter is
damaged (e.g.
bent).

Insert a new water filter (see
"Cleaning the water filter").

If the indicator light is still
flashing, call Miele Service.

The

indicator light

flashes five times and
the

indicator light is

also lit up.

There is a fault with
the appliance.

Switch the appliance off and
then back on again.

If the indicator light continues to
flash, call Miele Service.

Problem solving guide

Summary of Contents for B 1312

Page 1: ...n Master steam ironing system B 1312 B 1826 B 1847 To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed set up and used for the first time M Nr 09 370 092 en GB ...

Page 2: ...sal of your old appliance Electrical and electronic appliances often contain valuable materials They also contain materials which 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 Please do not therefore dispose of it with your household waste Please dispose of it at y...

Page 3: ...hardness level 22 Switching on 23 Switching on the Fashion Master 23 Filling the water container 23 Water quality 25 CoolDown function 26 Auto Off function 26 Selecting the temperature for ironing 27 Ironing 29 Iron 29 Ironing with steam 30 Ironing without steam 30 Ironing with the non stick sole plate 31 Removing the non stick sole plate 31 Fan 32 Suction function 32 Blow function 32 Automatic sw...

Page 4: ...lacing the ironing table cover 52 Cleaning the water filter 53 Optional accessories 55 Accessories 55 Non stick sole plate 55 Ironing table cover 55 Steamer 55 Cleaning products 56 Descaling tablets for the Fashion Master 56 E cloth microfibre cloth 56 Problem solving guide 57 Problem solving guide 57 After sales service 68 Guarantee 68 Electrical connection 69 Technical data 70 Contents 4 ...

Page 5: ...ing and residential environments The appliance must be used only for ironing textiles which are suitable for ironing according to the care label The appliance is intended for domestic use only as described in these operating instructions Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or ope...

Page 6: ...onnection cable either during use or whilst the appliance is cooling down Danger of suffocation Packaging e g plastic wrappings must be kept out of the reach of babies and children Whilst playing children could become entangled in packaging or pull it over their head and suffocate Technical safety Before setting up the appliance check it for any externally visible damage Do not use a damaged appli...

Page 7: ... in any doubt please have the household wiring system inspected by a qualified electrician The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system e g electric shock Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a multi socket adapter or an extension lead These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating Thi...

Page 8: ...ings clean at all times Any damage caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the guarantee Correct use Caution Danger of burning The steam emitted the iron sole plate and the areas surrounding it on the iron and the steamer jets get very hot This appliance is intended for domestic use only and is not to be used for commercial purposes Do not use a pressure washer or hose to clea...

Page 9: ...rwise could be a fire hazard Take care not to burn yourself If the iron remains on the resting surface for any length of time the surface will become hot Avoid direct contact with it Only touch the handle Danger of burning Do not direct the steam or the steam jets at people animals or electrical appliances of any kind Danger of burning Do not use the steamer on clothing while it is being worn as t...

Page 10: ...d cause it to tip over Avoid ironing over hard or sharp edged items as these can leave marks on the sole plate Do not store the appliance near petrol benzine or other easily flammable substances Fire and explosion risk Only use the appliance in buildings with an ambient temperature of between 10 C and 40 C Freezing temperatures excessive heat and humidity will affect the functionality of the syste...

Page 11: ...m hose holder iX frame for the ironing table jIron resting surface kMains connection cable lLower storage compartment for the mains connection cable steamer non stick sole plate and holder for the mains connection cable mRollers nRelease mechanism Supplied as standard only with B 1847 Available as an optional accessory for B 1312 and B 1826 Guide to the appliance 11 ...

Page 12: ... hose holder eControl panel fSteam hose holder gIron with steam hose hOn Off button s with indicator light iSteam ready indicator light jWater container empty k indicator light kSteam generator too hot l indicator light lEmpty residual water container 2 indicator light mDescale k indicator light nDescale button j Guide to the appliance 12 ...

Page 13: ...or sills or single steps can also be easily negotiated Two people are required to carry the Fashion Master up or down stairs It should always be carried with the ironing table underneath Use the hand holds on the underside of the appliance Do not lift and carry the Fashion Master by the ironing table The locking mechanism on the tower could release and cause injury or damage if the table unfolded ...

Page 14: ...he X frame will fold down at the same time Hold onto the release mechanism and guide the ironing table into a position of approx 45 The ironing table is held independently in this position Pull the ironing table upwards with both hands into a horizontal position until you hear a click Ensure that the ironing table has clicked into place on both sides of the tower otherwise you will not be able to ...

Page 15: ...The Fashion Master is now assembled in its lowest working position a height of approx 83 cm Assembling 15 ...

Page 16: ...time pull the handle on the tower upwards with the other hand or Press the handle on the tower down at the same time Do not push down on the ironing table when doing this When you have reached your desired working height release the rotary dial and it will spring back into the middle position We recommend that you adjust the working position to approx hip height for optimum comfort The ironing tab...

Page 17: ...ectrical connection cable completely from the compartment Insert the plug in a wall socket Guide the electrical connection cable through the grove provided and close the lower storage compartment again Ensure that the cable does not become trapped between the lid and the casing or between the rollers and the tower Open the upper storage compartment lid Take out the iron and the steam hose holder C...

Page 18: ...eople Operation is optimised for both sides Open the lid of the steam connection by lifting it upwards Connect the iron by plugging the steam hose into the steam connection Pull back the sliding mechanism on the steam hose plug and release it when it is plugged in Guide the rubber ring on the steam hose into the steam hose holder as shown Ensure the steam hose fits securely and that it is not twis...

Page 19: ...ironing system When putting the iron down on the iron resting surface the steam button must be unlocked The iron must not be placed upright on the resting surface as it could tip and fall Always place the iron down so that it is resting on the entire sole plate Danger of burning If the iron remains on the resting surface for any length of time the surface will become hot Avoid direct contact with ...

Page 20: ...ardness level indicates how much calcium is dissolved in the water The higher the calcium content the harder the water and the harder the water the more often the appliance will need to be descaled Your local water board will be able to tell you the hardness level of your water This information can often be found on the internet on the home page of the relevant water board Set the water hardness a...

Page 21: ...H 3 times 3 red squares 2 5 mmol l or 14 dH 5 times 4 red squares 3 8 mmol l or 21 dH 10 times The FashionMaster is set to the highest level of water hardness 12 6 mmol l 70 dH as a factory default If your water hardness corresponds to this you do not need to do anything See Switching on If your water hardness is different from this you must adjust it to the corresponding value Where the water har...

Page 22: ... the j button to select the number of flashes which equates to your water hardness level Each press of the button moves you up a level When the highest water hardness value is reached the setting starts from the beginning again Please set the correct water hardness level as otherwise this invalidates the guarantee Example Water hardness 4 0 mmol l 22 dH The k indicator light will flash rapidly 10 ...

Page 23: ...en used for an automatic rinse see Automatic rinsing or automatic descaling see Automatic descaling may be carried out immediately after it is switched on The appliance cannot be used whilst the rinsing or descaling processes are running Filling the water container If the water container is empty or not inserted into the system the k indicator light comes on Remove the water container Hold the con...

Page 24: ...and turn clockwise as far as it will go it Replace the water container The k indicator light will go out after a short time The steam will be ready for use again more rapidly if the water container is refilled promptly If you refill and replace the water container as soon as the indicator light k lights up there is no delay The indicator light indicates readiness immediately While the k indicator ...

Page 25: ...er hardness of 5 4 mmol l 30 dH The corresponding flash frequency of the k indicator light is 7 times according to the table see Setting the water hardness level Do not use demineralised water e g distilled on its own to fill the water container This can cause the appliance to malfunction Do not use water from a water softener This can cause the appliance to malfunction Do not use condensate e g f...

Page 26: ...on the length of time the heating was switched off When the appliance is ready and steam is available the indicator light comes on Do not leave the system unattended with the iron or steamer connected Always switch the appliance off and disconnect it from the electricity supply before leaving it Auto Off function If the iron or steamer is not used for a total of more than 14 minutes the whole appl...

Page 27: ...bols for ironing Care label on the garment Ironing with steam For best results Material Temperature setting Ironing without steam Material Temperature setting G Low temperature With non stick sole plate See Ironing with the non stick sole plate Minimum iron synthetics appliqués prints flocking etc ßß Minimum iron Synthetics ß H Medium temperature Woollens Silks ßß I High temperature Linen Cottons ...

Page 28: ... ß temperature range the temperature of the iron sole plate is too low for steam ironing Do not use the steam button on the iron This will result in spitting from the steam jets After increasing the temperature to at least ßß you must wait until the heating up phase is completed before using the steam button Tip Sorting the laundry Sort your laundry according to heat sensitivity for efficient iron...

Page 29: ...g irons depending on model B 1312 aSteam button bSliding switch for constant steam cSuction button p dBlow button o B 1826 and B 1847 aSteam button bSliding switch for constant steam cPower output selection button m dBlow suction button n Ironing 29 ...

Page 30: ...t comes on fill the water container see Filling the water container When using the steam function for a long time make sure the room is sufficiently ventilated as high air humidity can develop When using the steam function for a long time during ironing condensation can build up in the ironing table If you notice condensation building up underneath the ironing board remove it with a cloth Sensitiv...

Page 31: ...eated up before starting to iron With the non stick sole plate you can generally iron appliqués printed or flocked textiles etc without turning the garment inside out It also reduces or eliminates the formation of shiny patches on dark textiles Always try it out on an unobtrusive part of the fabric first Removing the non stick sole plate Danger of burning The sole plate becomes very hot when in us...

Page 32: ... item so that it does not slip off the ironing table Blow function The blow function creates a cushion of air between the textile and the ironing table and helps prevent seams being pressed into the garment It also assists with ironing frills sequins etc and allows you to iron without flattening the fabric Automatic switch on off Automatic switch on off ensures that the fan starts at exactly the r...

Page 33: ...am connection as an alternative to the iron Remove the steamer from the lower compartment Disconnect the iron from the steam connection in the tower Pull back the sliding mechanism on the steam hose plug and withdraw the plug Do not pull on the steam hose Plug the steam hose of the steamer into the steam connection Pull back the sliding mechanism on the steam hose plug and release it when it is pl...

Page 34: ... briefly and release it again For constant steam Press and hold the button Always steam the textile in the direction of the fibres The distance between the steamer and the textile is dependent on the sensitivity of the fabric and can vary between textiles Always test this first on an unobtrusive part of the fabric Condensate can form in the steam hose during pauses in ironing This is expelled by o...

Page 35: ...rt of the fabric first The brush attachment helps to raise and straighten the fibres Hold the brush attachment in front of the steamer so that the lugs on one side fit into the notches on the steamer and click them into place Guide the brush attachment into the notches on the opposite side and click these into place To remove the brush attachment pull it by the raised section off the steamer Steam...

Page 36: ...e next time you switch on If you are putting the appliance away Disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply Stow the electrical connection cable in the lower compartment or hang it up on the cable clip The cable clip is in the lower compartment and can be pushed into one of the sockets for the steam hose holder Switching off 36 ...

Page 37: ...rted and clicked into place and take care not to trap the electrical connection cable in the mechanism To prevent this use one of the rotary dials on the side of the tower handle Turn the dial as far as it will go in the q direction and hold it there At the same time push the tower handle downwards to lower the ironing table into the lowest working position Do not push down on the ironing table Re...

Page 38: ...ill go towards The ironing table is now released Release the rotary dial and it will spring back into the middle position Guide the ironing table downwards or allow it to slide down by itself The ironing table is held independently in this position Push the ironing table upwards by the tapered end into an upright position until it clicks into position on the tower Storage 38 ...

Page 39: ... from the steam hose Once the iron has cooled down on the resting surface stow the iron and the steam hose holder in the upper storage compartment Stow the steamer for B 1847 in the lower storage compartment Do not stow the iron or steamer if they are still connected Empty the water container if the system is not going to be used for a long period The Fashion Master can now be put away Do not stor...

Page 40: ... and no steam is produced Water is drained off into the residual water container Steam will escape and trickling noises can be heard during this process The steam ironing system can only be used again when the automatic rinsing process is completed Preparing for the rinsing process Set the appliance to its highest working position see Adjusting the height to allow access for removing the residual ...

Page 41: ...cator light comes on Emptying the residual water container The residual water container may be hot after rinsing Only remove the residual water container when prompted by the 2 indicator light Remove empty clean and dry the residual water container The residual water container can be cleaned in the dishwasher or by hand using hot water with a little washing up liquid Cleaning and care 41 ...

Page 42: ...cs will not convey these signals if they are dirty or damp Completing the rinsing process Insert the residual water container after a short interval approx 20 seconds so that it clicks into place The 2 indicator light goes out The Fashion Master is ready to use again when it has heated up Until the empty residual water container is replaced no steam can be produced When the indicator light comes o...

Page 43: ...se the Miele descaling tablets supplied with the appliance They were specially developed for the Miele Fashion Master to optimise the descaling process Other descaling agents could damage the appliance You will need one descaling tablet for each descaling process Additional descaling tablets are available from Miele or online see Optional accessories The ironer or steamer must not be connected dur...

Page 44: ...on before any more ironing is done The residual water container can become hot during the descaling process Only remove and empty the residual water container when prompted to do so by the 2 indicator light Otherwise hot water could spill out and cause injuries and or damage to the appliance To prevent unwanted removal of the container set the appliance to its lowest working position see Adjusting...

Page 45: ... activities only when prompted to do so by the indicator lights After the start of the descaling process you need to be present after approx 20 minutes and after a further 60 minutes approx The appliance can be left unattended for the rest of the duration of the descaling process Ideally start the descaling process when the appliance has cooled down and immediately after switching on This avoids h...

Page 46: ...he steamer from the steam connection Do not connect the iron or the steamer during descaling This would interrupt the descaling process by switching off the appliance If it is switched on again without the iron or steamer attached the descaling process is continued Press the On Off button s to switch on the appliance The ring around the s button lights up yellow Cleaning and care 46 ...

Page 47: ...y resumed when the appliance has cooled down and the l indicator light has gone out The appliance can take up to 3 hours to cool down If the residual water container is not inserted or is full the 2 indicator light comes on Set the appliance to its highest working position see Adjusting the height to allow access for removing the residual water container Remove and empty the residual water contain...

Page 48: ... 2 indicator light comes on Otherwise hot water could spill out and cause injuries and or damage to the appliance The k indicator light comes on Remove the water container and fill it up to the k mark with fresh tap water approx 25 C to 35 C Add a Miele descaling tablet see Optional accessories to the water container Replace the water container and after a short interval approx 20 seconds the k in...

Page 49: ... rinse it thoroughly making sure there are no limescale deposits left in it Fill the water container up to the k mark with fresh tap water and replace it in the appliance after a short interval approx 20 seconds Remove and empty the residual water container Replace the residual water container after a short interval approx 20 seconds making sure that it clicks into place The k and 2 indicator ligh...

Page 50: ...dual water container can be cleaned in the dishwasher or by hand using hot water with a little washing up liquid Replace the residual water container after a short interval approx 20 seconds so that it clicks into position The 2 indicator light will go out now The k indicator light goes out as well and the appliance switches off The iron or the steamer can now be reconnected to the steam connectio...

Page 51: ... ironing Allow it to cool down before starting to clean it Switch the appliance off and disconnect it from the electricity supply before cleaning the iron sole plate Depending on the level of soiling the sole plate can be wiped with a wet or dry E cloth see Optional accessories To avoid damaging the surface of the sole plate do not use abrasive cleaning agents e g powder cleaners and cream cleaner...

Page 52: ... push it into the space at the tip of the ironing table The appliance is ready for use again Replacing the ironing table cover Do not use the appliance if the ironing table cover is damaged Do not operate the appliance without an ironing table cover The ironing table cover must be replaced with an original Miele replacement When changing the ironing table cover always ensure the appliance is switc...

Page 53: ...feed pump Switch the appliance off and disconnect it from the electricity supply before cleaning the water filter Remove the water container Hold the container by the integral handle then pull it out and upwards to remove it Undo the screw on the water filter cover and lift the cover upwards and off In the cover there are tools for removing both the seal and the water filter Remove the seal from t...

Page 54: ...eplace the seal in the right hand socket Replace the cover and tighten the screw Replace the water container The appliance is ready for use again Do not use the appliance if the water filter is not in place as this will cause a fault to be indicated See Problem solving guide The water filter must be replaced if it is worn or damaged Only use genuine original Miele replacement parts These are avail...

Page 55: ...ashion Master regardless of model Ironing table cover Miele ironing table covers are hard wearing and highly absorbant The separate needle felt under layer is steam permeable and pleasantly cushioned Both can be used for any Miele Fashion Master regardless of model Basic ironing table cover Colour mottled grey The basic ironing table cover consists of 65 polyester and 35 cotton and can be washed a...

Page 56: ...ntly and thoroughly Descaling tablets for the Fashion Master Miele descaling tablets guarantee an optimum result when descaling your Miele Fashion Master One tablet is required for each descaling process E cloth microfibre cloth Removes fingerprints and light soiling without damaging the surface Optional accessories 56 ...

Page 57: ... power to the appliance Check whether the mains plug is plugged in and switched on the fuse or circuit breaker has tripped The appliance will not operate following a power cut The appliance is switched off Switch the appliance on with the On Off button s If the power cut occurred during an automatic rinse the process will be repeated when the appliance is switched on again If the power cut occurre...

Page 58: ...orage The ironing table will not click into place during assembly or dismantling for storage The ironing table is displaced because the tower was not in the lowest position Press and hold the release button on the tower and at the same time turn the rotary height adjustment dial as far as it will go towards q and hold it steady Push the tower into its lowest working position and then let go of the...

Page 59: ...he On Off button s The steam hose is not plugged in properly Remove the steam hose and plug it into the steam connection again see Connection The iron has not been used for some time Move the iron or operate the steam button The temperature set on the temperature selector has been reached Wait a while until the iron heats up again Or if possible select a higher temperature The appliance is rinsing...

Page 60: ...both sides of the tower Click the ironing table into place on both sides of the tower see Assembling The appliance is damaged Call Miele Service The iron always heats to a high temperature There is a fault with the appliance Call Miele Service The ironing table cover is damp There is a fault with the appliance Remove the ironing table cover and allow it to dry Replace the ironing table cover see R...

Page 61: ...uns when the iron is connected Connect the iron The ironing table is not clicked into place on both sides of the tower Click the ironing table into place on both sides of the tower see Assembling There is a fault with the appliance Call Miele Service Descaling cannot be started although the indicator light k is flashing or lit up The iron or steamer is plugged in Disconnect the iron or the steamer...

Page 62: ...ming of the water hardness level has not yet been completed Complete this process If the indicator light is still on call Miele Service The k indicator light is on constantly during the descaling process The water container or contents have not been recognised Insert the water container again Fill the water container with a little more water and replace it If the indicator light is still on call M...

Page 63: ... or steamer does not work The appliance has not been switched on Connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply and switch it on with the On Off button s The iron or steamer is not connected Connect the steam hose to the steam connection on the tower The water container is empty or missing Fill the water container with fresh tap water replace it and wait for the indicator light to signal th...

Page 64: ...ot direct the first burst of steam after a pause onto the garment The indicator light flashes once and the k indicator light is also lit up The appliance was switched off during the descaling process or there was a power cut After power has been restored and the appliance switched on wait a moment The appliance will resume the descaling process from the point at which the power failed or the proce...

Page 65: ...led so it is ready to steam again The water container is not inserted properly causing air to be sucked in The water feed pump is being activated but is not running The water filter is blocked or missing Clean and replace the water filter see Cleaning the water filter The water filter is damaged e g bent Insert a new water filter see Cleaning the water filter If the indicator light is still flashi...

Page 66: ... in the future set the water hardness level at least a stage higher for example if it is set to 4 increase it to 5 or more see Setting the water hardness level There is a fault with the appliance Switch the appliance off and then back on again If the indicator light continues to flash call Miele Service The indicator light flashes seven times and the k indicator light is also lit up There is a fau...

Page 67: ...r at least 20 seconds The appliance is ready to use again and resumes the process which was started before the fault Switch the appliance off and then back on again There is a fault with the appliance If the indicator light continues to flash call Miele Service The appliance keeps switching off or the indicator light flashes nine times and the k indicator light is also lit up The descaling process...

Page 68: ...and Serial number of your appliance both of which are given on the data plate which is located in the tower behind the water container Guarantee For information on the appliance guarantee specific to your country please contact Miele See back cover for contact details In the UK your appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of purchase However you must activate your cover by calling 0845 3...

Page 69: ...y supply by a multi socket adapter or an extension lead These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating For extra safety and protection we recommend protecting the appliance with a 30 mA residual current device RCD If the electrical connection cable is faulty this must only be replaced by a suitably qualified and competent person The appliance must not be conn...

Page 70: ... rating 10A Steam pressure 3 5 bar for B 1312 4 0 bar for B 1826 and B 1847 Steam output 100 g min Capacity of water container 1 25 l Electrical connection cable length 2 50 m Steam hose length 1 80 m Ironing table height 830 1020 mm Ironing table length 1200 mm Ironing table width 400 mm Product safety standard according to EN 60335 1 EN 60335 2 3 EN 60335 2 85 Test certificates awarded See data ...

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