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Operating instructions

for dishwashers

To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance it is

essential

to read these instructions

as well as the installation plan before
it is installed and used for the first time.

M.-Nr. 06 702 760

Summary of Contents for G 1520

Page 1: ...ns for dishwashers To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions as well as the installation plan before it is installed and used for the first time G M Nr 06 702 760 ...

Page 2: ...the water hardness level in the display 14 External water softening system 15 Filling the salt reservoir 16 Salt indicator 17 Rinse aid 18 Adding rinse aid 18 Rinse aid indicator 19 Setting the rinse aid dosage 20 Loading the dishwasher 21 Items not suitable for dishwashers 22 Upper basket 23 Spiked insert 23 Hinged cup rack 24 Positioning rail depending on model 24 Support rail depending on model...

Page 3: ...al functions 37 Tab function 37 Delay start 38 Buzzer 40 Factory default setting 41 Adjust sensor wash 42 Cleaning and care 43 Cleaning the wash cabinet 43 Cleaning the door and the door seal 43 Cleaning the door front 43 Cleaning the control panel 44 Cleaning and care 45 Checking the filters in the wash cabinet 45 Cleaning the filters 45 Cleaning the spray arms 47 Problem solving guide 48 Problem...

Page 4: ...rain pump and non return valve 57 Programme chart 58 After sales service 60 Repairs 60 Future updates PC 60 For testing institutes 60 Optional accessories 61 Electrical connection 62 Plumbing 63 Connection to the water supply 63 Drainage 64 Technical data 65 Contents 4 ...

Page 5: ...model cUpper basket dMiddle spray arm eAir inlet for drying depending on model fLower spray arm gFilter combination hData plate iChild safety lock in door grip not visible jRinse aid reservoir kDual compartment detergent dispenser lSalt reservoir Description of the appliance 5 ...

Page 6: ...tor button This instruction book applies to several different dishwasher models The specific dishwasher models below are referred to as follows G 1520 G 1530 G 1XXX G 2520 G 2530 G 2XXX The model numbers G 1XXX and G 2XXX used in this book refer to the model designation specified on the data plate of the appliance and not the description on the control panel The data plate is located at the top ri...

Page 7: ...llowing Empty the dishwasher Secure any loose parts e g hoses mains cable cutlery baskets lower basket Transport the dishwasher in the upright position only Delivery Before setting up the appliance check it for any externally visible damage Under no circumstances should you use a damaged appliance A damaged appliance could be dangerous Please ensure that the packaging material is offered for recyc...

Page 8: ...d and where there is any doubt the electrical system in the house should be checked by a qualified electrician The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system e g electric shock This equipment may only be used in mobile installations such as ships caravans aircraft etc if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified...

Page 9: ... should not be cleaned in the dishwasher The high temperatures in the dishwasher may cause them to melt or lose shape On models with Delay start make sure that the dispenser is dry before adding detergent Wipe dry if necessary Detergent will clog if poured into a damp dispenser and may not be thoroughly dispensed Do not use liquid detergent when selecting Delay start as it can run into the dishwas...

Page 10: ...countries where there are areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings in a clean condition at all times Any damage caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the guarantee Repairs and maintenance Repairs may only be carried out by suitably qualified and competent technicians in acc...

Page 11: ...ged or disconnected from the mains electricity supply by a competent person The plug must be rendered useless and the cable cut off directly behind it to prevent misuse See the Warning and Safety section of this booklet for further details Energy saving washing This dishwasher is exceptionally economical in its use of water and electricity You can make the most of your appliance by following these...

Page 12: ...upted To close the door Push the baskets right in Then lift the door upwards and push until it clicks into position Child safety lock Use the child safety lock to prevent children opening the dishwasher door To lock the door push the slide underneath the door grip to the right To unlock the door push the slide to the left Before using for the first time 12 ...

Page 13: ...ed for domestic dishwashers Every dishwasher is tested at the factory There will be residual water in the appliance from this test It is not an indication that it has been used previously This dishwasher is fitted with a water softener sensor which automatically sets the water softener unit for the local water hardness level Before using for the first time 13 ...

Page 14: ...ain Press the Delay start button six times The Delay start indicator will flash briefly six times at intervals The number after the p in the display is the water hardness level in d see chart Switch the dishwasher off with the On Off button s d German scale mmol l f Value displayed 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 50 51 60 61 70 ...

Page 15: ...eep the Start Stop button pressed in for at least four seconds until the Start Stop indicator light comes on If this does not happen start the procedure from the beginning again Press the Delay start button twice The Delay start indicator will flash briefly twice at intervals The number after the p in the display is the water hardness level in d see chart Use the Start Stop button to select the va...

Page 16: ...ou do not need to add dishwasher salt The Salt indicator light will come on the first time you switch the dishwasher on It will go out automatically once the sensor has detected that the water is softer than 0 7 mmol l Important Before filling the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt for the first time you must fill it with approx 2 litres of water to enable the salt to dissolve Once the dishwasher...

Page 17: ...ew the cap on again firmly Run the Quick wash programme immediately without any crockery in the dishwasher to remove any traces of salt water from the cabinet Salt indicator Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt when the salt indicator light comes on If it comes on during a programme wait until the end of the programme After the reservoir has been filled the water softener is automatically ...

Page 18: ...mestic dishwashers into the reservoir Alternatively it is possible to use Household vinegar with a max 5 acid content or Liquid citric acid up to 50 acid content The resulting rinsing and drying quality will not however be as good as when rinse aid is used Do not use vinegar with a higher acid content e g vinegar essence 25 acid This would damage the dishwasher If you only ever use 2 in 1 or 3 in ...

Page 19: ...ing a programme Wipe up any spilled rinse aid This prevents over foaming occurring during the next programme Rinse aid indicator When the light comes on the reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 3 programmes only Add rinse aid in plenty of time If the 2 in 1 or 3 in 1 function has been selected the Rinse aid indicator does not light up see Operation Tab function Before using for the first ...

Page 20: ...on s Keep the Start Stop button pressed in for at least four seconds until the Start Stop indicator light comes on If this does not happen start the procedure from the beginning again Press the Delay start button three times The Delay start indicator will flash briefly three times at intervals p 3 will flash in the display This means that the rinse aid dosage has been set at 3 ml at the factory Th...

Page 21: ...st be inverted in the basket Tall narrow hollow items e g champagne glasses should be placed in the centre of the basket to ensure better water coverage Deep based items should be placed at an angle so that water can run off them freely The spray arms must not be blocked by items which are too tall or hang through the baskets If in doubt test for free movement by manually rotating the spray arms M...

Page 22: ...and cutlery make sure they are dishwasher proof If delicate glassware is washed in the dishwasher ensure that only very low temperatures are used see programme chart or a special glass care programme is used depending on model This will reduce the risk of clouding Wash particularly delicate glassware by hand Please note Silverware previously cleaned with a silver polish may still be damp or spotte...

Page 23: ...ong items such as soup ladles mixing spoons and long knives should be placed lying down across the front of the upper basket Spiked insert The spiked insert can be removed to make more room for larger items such as casserole dishes To remove it a Pull it upwards by the handle as shown To refit it b Fit the insert into the lower basket with the hooks going under the cross piece as illustrated Press...

Page 24: ...ck it back into position at the required height Positioning rail depending on model Glasses can be arranged along the positioning rail to give them some support during the programme Raise the rail and lean the glasses against it The positioning rail can be flipped over to the middle of the basket for easy sorting and removing of crockery Loading the dishwasher 24 ...

Page 25: ...his support is designed to hold tall glasses and glasses with stems securely Lower the rail and lean tall glasses against it You can also remove a section of the cutlery tray to make more room for tall glasses Loading the dishwasher 25 ...

Page 26: ...l upwards on the levers at either side of the upper basket Adjust the basket to the desired height Then push the levers securely back down into position Depending on the setting of the upper basket the following plate dimensions can be accommodated Dishwasher with cutlery tray see data plate for model number Upper basket level Plate Ø in cm Upper basket Lower basket G1XXX G2XXX Top 15 19 31 Middle...

Page 27: ...er and heavier items such as plates serving platters saucepans bowls etc Small items such as saucers can also be placed in the lower basket Do not place thin delicate glassware in the lower basket Loading the dishwasher 27 ...

Page 28: ...the cup rack or suspended from it Wide vario insert Removing the wide vario insert a Pull upwards by the handle to remove To fit an insert b The wide vario insert fits in the area at the left hand side of the lower basket and the narrow vario insert fits in the area at the back right hand side Fit the insert into the lower basket with the hooks going under the long cross piece as illustrated Press...

Page 29: ...same time Bottle holder The bottle holder can be used to wash narrow items e g milk and baby bottles Place the bottle holder as shown in the bottom basket If placed anywhere else water will not be able to access the bottle properly and cleaning results will be impaired Loading the dishwasher 29 ...

Page 30: ... at least one of the serrated retainers on the base of the cutlery tray to ensure that water runs off them freely The upper spray arm must not be blocked by items which are too big e g cake slices The cutlery tray inserts are removable For example you can remove one insert to make room for larger items of crockery in the upper basket If spoon handles do not fit between the holders place them the o...

Page 31: ...ier Place small spoons in the individual slots to either side of the cutlery basket Cutlery insert for the cutlery basket Use the insert supplied for heavily soiled spoons The insert separates the items so that they can be more easily accessed by water Fit it into the cutlery basket if required Insert cutlery with the handles facing downwards and distribute them evenly along the insert Loading the...

Page 32: ... the Quick programme as the tablets will not dissolve properly Failure to dispense the recommended amount of detergent may impair cleaning results Avoid inhalation of powder detergents and do not ingest dishwasher detergent Dishwasher detergents can cause burning in the nose mouth and throat if swallowed or inhibit breathing Consult a doctor immediately if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled K...

Page 33: ...nd close the flap Make sure that the detergent packaging is properly closed after use to avoid it getting damp and becoming lumpy For information Compartment I holds max 10 ml Compartment II holds max 50 ml There are markings in compartment II to assist with dispensing 20 30 The marks indicate a level of approx 20 or 30 ml when the door is open in a horizontal position Operation 33 ...

Page 34: ...red with the programme selector button The indicator light for the programme selected comes on The programme duration will appear in hours and minutes in the display You can now select an additional function see Additional functions Press the Start Stop button The programme cycle will begin The Start Stop and Wash Rinse indicators and the indicator for the programme selected will light up If the 2...

Page 35: ...unit takes the new conditions into account and calculates the time required Glass care indicator The green Glass care indicator light will come on when you select a programme that is suitable for glassware Programme sequence indicators After a programme has been started the current stage of the programme is indicated by the programme sequence indicator lights At the end of a programme 0 appears in...

Page 36: ...ray from falling onto the dishes in the lower basket Interrupting a programme A programme is interrupted as soon as the door is opened If the door is closed again the programme will continue from the point it was at before the door was opened Water in the dishwasher may be hot Danger of scalding Only open the door if absolutely necessary and exercise extreme caution when doing so Before closing th...

Page 37: ...tutes The dispensing of rinse aid and the rinse aid refill indicator light are deactivated Salt consumption in the water softener is reduced to between 1 4 and 1 3 of the normal amount Do not select the 3 in 1 function if using 2 in 1 tabs detergent with rinse aid if your water hardness level is above 3 8 mmol or 21 d Follow the detergent manufacturer s instructions The washing and drying performa...

Page 38: ...If the compartment is wet powder detergent can become lumpy and stick to the dispenser with the result that it is not fully dispensed Do not use liquid detergent when selecting Delay start as it can run into the dishwasher before it is required Switch the dishwasher on with the On Off button s The Start Stop indicator light will flash Select the programme required with the programme selector butto...

Page 39: ... 30 minutes e g 5 hours 5 00 10 hours and over e g 15 hours 15 To prevent children coming into contact with dishwasher detergent do not fill the detergent dispenser until just before starting the programme i e before pressing the Start Stop button and activate the child safety lock Starting a programme before the Delay start period has elapsed A programme can be started before the Delay start peri...

Page 40: ... been deactivated Switch the dishwasher off with the On Off button s Press the Start Stop button in and whilst holding it in switch the dishwasher on with the On Off button s Keep the Start Stop button pressed in for at least four seconds until the Start Stop indicator light comes on If this does not happen start the procedure from the beginning again Press the Delay start button four times The De...

Page 41: ... comes on If this does not happen start the procedure from the beginning again Press the Delay start button twelve times The Delay start indicator light will give one long flash and two brief flashes at intervals and p 0 or p 1 will flash in the display The characters flashing in the display show whether a setting other than the factory default setting has been set p 1 All settings are set to fact...

Page 42: ...until the Start Stop indicator light comes on If this does not happen start the procedure from the beginning again Press the Delay start button five times The Delay start indicator will flash briefly five times at intervals The characters flashing in the display show whether the Adjust sensor wash function is activated or deactivated p 1 The Adjust sensor wash function is activated p 0 The Adjust ...

Page 43: ...ble 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 Cleaning the door front Do not use any cleaning agents containing ammonia or thinners These would damage the surface structure Clean the front using a Miele E cloth or with suitable cleaning agent for the type of material the front is ma...

Page 44: ...ontrols To help prevent re soiling a proprietary conditioning agent for stainless steel such as Neoblank available from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department can also be used Follow the manufacturer s instructions on the label and apply sparingly with an even pressure following the direction of the grain Aluminium panels Clean aluminium panels with a damp cloth and a little washing up liquid Alumini...

Page 45: ...should check the filters regularly This dishwasher has a Check filter indicator light which comes on after every 40 programme cycles as a reminder to check the filters in the wash cabinet Check the filter combination whenever the Check filter indicator light comes on and clean if necessary The Check filter indicator light will go out when the dishwasher is switched off Cleaning the filters Switch ...

Page 46: ...en close the flap so that the catch engages Replace the filter combination so that it lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet Then turn the handle clockwise to lock the filter combination in place Take care when you are fitting the filter combination that it is secured in position correctly Otherwise coarse soil could get into the circulation system and cause a blockage Cleaning and care 46 ...

Page 47: ...f your dishwasher is fitted with one Push the top spray arm upwards to engage the inner ratchet Then unscrew the spray arm Push the middle spray arm upwards a to engage the ratchet Then unscrew the spray arm b Remove the lower basket Pull the lower spray arm firmly upwards to remove it Use a pointed object to push food particles into the spray arm jets Rinse thoroughly under running water Replace ...

Page 48: ...ce with current local and national safety regulations Unauthorised or incorrect repairs could cause personal injury or damage the appliance Technical problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The Start Stop indicator does not flash after the dishwasher has been switched on using the On Off button s The appliance is not plugged in Insert the plug and switch on at the socket The fuse is defective or ha...

Page 49: ...ton s After a few seconds Switch the dishwasher back on Select the programme required with the programme selector button Press the Start Stop button If the programme sequence indicator lights flash again there is a technical fault Call the Service Department The drain pump works even when the door is open Fault F70 The Waterproof System has reacted Turn off the stopcock Call the Service Department...

Page 50: ... Switch the dishwasher off with the On Off button s Fault F12 F13 Water inlet restricted Open the stopcock fully Clean the water inlet filter see Problem solving The water pressure at the intake is lower than 30 kPa 0 3 bar Seek professional advice Fault F11 Water outlet is restricted water remains in the wash cabinet at the end of a programme Clean the filter combination See Cleaning and Care Cle...

Page 51: ...losed properly Clogged detergent residue is blocking the catch Clean the detergent from the catch At the end of a programme there is a film of moisture on the inside of the door and the interior walls This is caused by the drying system and does not indicate a fault The moisture will dissipate after a short while Water remains in the wash cabinet at the end of a programme Before rectifying the pro...

Page 52: ... the spray arm Rattling noise in the wash cabinet Items of crockery are insecure in the wash cabinet Interrupt the programme and rearrange the items of crockery Knocking noise in the water pipes This may be caused by the on site installation or the cross section of the piping This has no influence on dishwasher function If in doubt contact a suitably qualified plumber Problem solving guide 52 ...

Page 53: ...spray arms Rearrange the items so that the spray arms can rotate freely The filter combination in the base of the wash cabinet is not clean or is not correctly fitted This may cause the spray arm jets to get blocked Clean and or fit the filter combination correctly Clean the spray arm jets See Cleaning and care The non return valve is open and blocked Dirty water has flowed back into the wash cabi...

Page 54: ...detergent has not been used Set the Tab function to the detergent product being used see Tab function White residue is visible on cutlery and crockery clouding occurs on glassware film can be wiped off Not enough rinse aid was used Increase the dosage See Before using for the first time There is no salt in the salt reservoir Fill the salt reservoir See Before using for the first time The salt rese...

Page 55: ...ur detergent Plastic items are discoloured Natural dyes e g from carrots tomatoes or ketchup may be the cause The amount of detergent used or its bleaching effect was not sufficient to deal with natural dyes Use more detergent See Operation Discolouration is irrevers ible There are rust stains on cutlery The affected items are not corrosion resistant There is no remedy Purchase cutlery which is di...

Page 56: ...ion This filter is available from the Miele Spares Parts dept Cleaning the filter Disconnect the dishwasher from the mains supply Switch off at the mains socket and withdraw the plug Turn off the stopcock Unscrew the inlet hose Carefully remove the seal Withdraw the filter using pointed pliers and rinse clean under running water Replace the filter and seal making sure they are sitting correctly Re...

Page 57: ...f the cabinet using a suitable container or utensil Press the catch for the non return valve inwards a Lift out the non return valve b and rinse well under running water Remove all foreign objects from the non return valve The drain pump is situated under the non return valve see arrow Remove all foreign objects from the drain pump watch out for glass or bone splinters which are particularly diffi...

Page 58: ... reduce detergent by 50 Energy save 1 for normal everyday loads energy saving programme which uses a low temperature and long programme duration includes sensor controlled glass care Pots pans 75 C for normally soiled pots pans dishes etc with dried on soiling for very heavy soiling add 20 more detergent than recommended Hygiene for hygienically cleaning dishes with special programme parameters to...

Page 59: ...ed X 37 48 if required X 55 X 0 7 0 95 0 4 0 5 10 17 1 26 2 02 1 17 1 43 X 45 X X 60 X 1 05 0 7 10 2 54 2 37 X X 75 X X 65 X 1 6 1 1 13 2 44 2 31 X 70 X X 70 X 1 5 1 15 13 2 18 2 07 X 0 01 0 01 4 0 13 0 13 On G 2XXX models see data plate the max energy consumption is 0 1 kWh and the water consumption is up to 1 litre higher except in the Pre wash programme The durations given can vary depending on...

Page 60: ...monitored and recorded for training purposes Future updates PC The programme update function PC is designed to enable a service technician to update your appliance s electronics in keeping with advances in technology The PC indicator light is used as the interface for this programming For testing institutes The Comparison tests document gives information regarding loads and programmes used for com...

Page 61: ...re a Cappuccinatore insert for the upper basket small plates baby bottles and small items in the upper basket a multi function basket for the upper basket different sized plates cups and glasses in the upper basket a vario insert for the upper basket wash bottles e g milk or baby bottles a bottle holder wash additional items of cutlery a small cutlery basket for the lower basket wash a lot of glas...

Page 62: ...visable to install a residual 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 u...

Page 63: ...lexible metal extension hose pressure tested to 14000 kPa 140 bar is available as an optional accessory if required A stopcock with a 3 4 male thread must be provided on site This appliance is constructed to comply with IEC EN DIN 61770 VDE 0700 Section 600 and may be connected to a suitable supply without an extra non return valve if national regulations permit The water pressure flow pressure at...

Page 64: ...f the appliance The on site connector for the drain hose can be adapted to different widths of hose If the connector protrudes too far into the drain hose it will need to be shortened Otherwise the drain hose may become blocked The drain hose must not be shortened Make sure that there are no kinks in the hose and that it is not squashed or stretched Venting the drainage system If the on site drain...

Page 65: ...rated approx 64 0 kg approx 58 0 kg approx 56 0 kg approx 60 0 kg approx 58 0 kg Voltage Connected load See data plate on right hand side of door Fuse rating See plug Test certificates awarded KEMA VDE radio and television suppressed KEMA VDE radio and television suppressed Water pressure flow rate 30 1000 kPa 0 3 10 bar 30 1000 kPa 0 3 10 bar Hot water connection up to max 60 C up to max 60 C Del...

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