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Operating Instructions

Dishwasher

G 4500

To prevent accidents
and appliance damage
read these instructions

before

installation or use.

M.-Nr. 09 016 300

en - US, CA

Summary of Contents for G 4500

Page 1: ...Operating Instructions Dishwasher G 4500 To prevent accidents and appliance damage read these instructions before installation or use M Nr 09 016 300 en US CA ...

Page 2: ... the dosage 16 Loading the dishwasher 17 Items not recommended for dishwashing 18 Typical load for 10 place settings 19 Upper basket 20 Adjusting the upper basket 21 Lower basket 22 Cutlery tray 24 Optional accessories 25 Use 26 Detergent 26 Adding detergent 27 Turning on 28 Selecting a program 28 Starting a program 28 Program sequence display 28 Program Guide 29 Standby 30 At the end of a program...

Page 3: ...shwasher 35 Sounds 36 Poor cleaning results 37 After sales service 40 Transport 41 User Maintenance Instructions 43 Cleaning and Care 44 Triple filter system 45 Cleaning the drain pump and non return valve 49 Installation instructions 51 Electrical connection 52 Plumbing 53 Waterproof system 53 Connection to the water supply 53 Drainage 55 Contents 3 ...

Page 4: ...esponsible person Electrical Safety Before installation make sure that the voltage and frequency listed on the data plate correspond with the household electrical supply This data must correspond to prevent injury and machine damage Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt Before installation or service disconnect the power supply to the work area by unplugging the unit tripping the circuit bre...

Page 5: ...t be submerged in water There are electrical wires in the water inlet hose Never cut the water inlet hose even if it is too long The integrated Waterproof System offers protection from water damage provided the following conditions are met The dishwasher is correctly installed and plumbed in The dishwasher is properly maintained and parts are replaced where it can be seen that this is necessary Th...

Page 6: ...ed in the dishwasher are dishwasher safe For items not labeled check the manufacturer s recommendations When loading tableware place sharp items away from the door to prevent damage to the seal Load sharp items pointing downwards to prevent injuries Only use detergents and rinse aids recommended for residential dishwashers Keep all detergents and rinse aids out of the reach of children Do not inha...

Page 7: ... Middle spray arm e Air inlet for drying depending on model f Lower spray arm gTriple filter system hData plate iChild Safety Lock in the door handle not visible jRinse aid reservoir kDual compartment detergent dispenser lSalt container Guide to the dishwasher 7 ...

Page 8: ...Control panel aProgram selection bProgram sequence display cOn Off K button dCheck Refill indicators eStart Stop button with indicator light fProgram selector button Guide to the dishwasher 8 ...

Page 9: ...r to a hot water source Make full use of the baskets without overloading for the most economical washing Use the correct amount of detergent and rinse aid Detergent dosage is dependent upon the amount of soiling and type of dishware being washed See the Program Guide for more information When using powder or gel detergent reduce the amount to 2 3 of the normal amount when washing a small load Choo...

Page 10: ... the program will restart To close the door Push the baskets in Lift the door and push until it clicks into place Child safety lock Te child Safety Lock is designed to prevent children from opening the dishwasher To lock the door push the slider below the door grip to the right To unlock the door push the slider to the left Before using for the first time 10 ...

Page 11: ...dishwasher must be correctly programmed to match the hardness of your water Your local water authority will be able to advise you of the exact water hardness level in your area If the hardness of your local supply is constantly lower than 4 d 4 gr gal you do not need to add water softener salt However the water hardness level must still be programmed In areas where the water hardness fluctuates e ...

Page 12: ... set value is indicated by the flashing rhythm of the Cleaning indicator light see Table d gr gal Flashing rhythm Cleaning 1 4 1 4 Once short 5 7 5 7 2 short 8 11 8 11 3 times short 12 15 12 16 4 times short 16 20 17 21 5 times short 21 25 22 26 6 times short 26 30 27 31 7 times short 31 36 32 38 8 times short 37 45 39 47 9 times short 46 70 48 73 Once long Use the Start Stop button to select the ...

Page 13: ... of the water softener Remove the lower basket from the wash cabinet and unscrew the salt container lid When opening the salt container water will run out Open the container only to refill salt Important The salt container must be filled with 1 quart 1 l of water before adding salt for the first time so the salt can dissolve properly Water does not have to be added with subsequent refills Place th...

Page 14: ...n remain on for a short time It will go out once the reactivation process is complete The Salt indicator light is turned off if you have programmed the dishwasher to a water hardness below 4 d 4 gr gal Immediately after each refill run the Express program without a load This will remove any traces of salt from inside the wash cabinet Before using for the first time 14 ...

Page 15: ...Tab detergents rinse aid is not needed Adding rinse aid Press the button in the direction of the arrow until the flap springs open Pour liquid rinse aid into the reservoir until it its visible on the surface of the screen The rinse aid reservoir holds approx 3 7 oz 110 ml Press on the flap until you hear it click shut Failure to close it all the way allows water to enter the reservoir during the w...

Page 16: ...Stop button until the Start Stop indicator comes on If it does not come on start over Press the program button three times The lowest program indicator flashes three times in intervals The Cleaning indicator flashes three times in intervals A rinse aid amount of 3 ml is set by default The amount set can be recognized by the flashing rhythm of the Cleaning indicator see table Rinse aid amount in ml...

Page 17: ...e that all items are securely positioned Hollow items such as cups and glasses should be placed upside down in the baskets To ensure good water coverage tall narrow and hollow items i e vases or champagne glasses should be placed in the center of the basket rather than in the corners Concave based items such as mugs or bowls should be placed at an angle so that water does not pool The spray arms m...

Page 18: ...assware There are no standard guidelines for washing glassware when in doubt wash by hand When purchasing new dishes glasses and cutlery make sure they are dishwasher safe Only wash items marked dishwasher safe in the dishwasher If fine glassware is washed in the dishwasher select the China Crystal program This will reduce the risk of clouding Silver and aluminum Silver or aluminum items may tarni...

Page 19: ...Typical load for 10 place settings Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray Loading the dishwasher 19 ...

Page 20: ... delicate items such as cups saucers glasses dessert bowls and flat pans Long items such as soup ladles mixing spoons and long knives should be placed lying down across the front of the upper basket Adjustable cup rack Raise the rack to make room for tall glasses Lower it to double stack smaller pieces Loading the dishwasher 20 ...

Page 21: ...e care when sliding the basket in and out in this position Slide out the upper basket Pull up the levers at the sides of the upper basket and adjust the basket height Release the levers and the basket will lock in place Depending on the setting of the upper basket a variety of plate dimensions can be accommodated For example If the upper basket is in its highest position a plate with a diameter of...

Page 22: ...wls etc Small plates such as saucers can also be arranged in the lower basket Foldable spikes The front two rows of spikes can be folded down to create more room for larger dishware e g pots pans and bowls Press the yellow lever down a and fold down the spikes b Loading the dishwasher 22 ...

Page 23: ...he insert under the lengthwise wire of the lower basket Push down on the handle to snap the insert into position Bottle holder depending on model The bottle holder can be used to wash narrow items e g milk and baby bottles Place the bottle holder in the lower basket as shown in the illustration If placed anywhere else water from the spray jets will not reach all surfaces The bottles will not be pr...

Page 24: ...th the cutting edge down and forks with the prongs between the holders Spoons should be placed in the opposite direction with the handles between the holders so that water can run off more easily The upper spray arm must not be blocked by tall cutlery items Spoons with thick handles may have to be placed as knives and forks with their heads in the holders Loading the dishwasher 24 ...

Page 25: ...need to be ordered wash baby bottles a bottle holder ash additional items of cutlery a small cultery basket for the lower basket wash additional glassware a glassware insert for the lower basket MieleCare Collection Miele branded cleaning and care products including dishwasher salt detergent and rinse aid are available to order from your Miele dealer Miele or the on line Miele store www mieleusa c...

Page 26: ...ding on model Only use detergents formulated for domestic dishwashers Use only the recommended amount of detergent Continued use of too much detergent may cause machine damage When using the China Crystal program depending on model reduce the amount of detergent used to at least of the normal dosage Also make certain your china and crystal are dishwasher safe You can use powder gel or tab detergen...

Page 27: ...the flap If a Pre rinse is desired and available for your chosen program add 1 teaspoon 5 ml of detergent to compartment I Compartment I holds a maximum of 2 teaspoons 10 ml compartment II holds a maximum of 3 5 tablespoons 50 ml of detergent The horizontal marks in compartment II indicate the levels of approximately 1 and 2 tablespoons 20 and 30 ml respectively The marks indicate the approximate ...

Page 28: ...onal options if desired see Additional Options Starting a program Select the desired program with the Program selection button The indicator light for the selected program will come on Press the Start Stop button The program starts The Start Stop Wash indicators and the indicator of the selected program come on Cancel a program only in the first few minutes Otherwise important program steps e g th...

Page 29: ...and water consumption based on the soil load of the dishware as required X X X X China Crystal For temperature sensitive glassware and lightly soiled dishware use 50 detergent recommended X X X X X SaniWash To sanitize dishware e g baby bottles cutting boards and preparation dishware X X X X Express Quick program for lightly soiled dishware e g party dishware not suitable for detergent tabs X X X ...

Page 30: ...until you are removing all the dishes Unload the dishwasher Dishes tend to break and chip more easily when they are hot Allow the dishes to cool until they are comfortable enough to handle before unloading them If you open the door fully after switching off the dishes will cool much faster Unloading the lower basket first will prevent water drops from the upper basket and cutlery tray depending on...

Page 31: ...ng so Before closing the door again leave it ajar for approx 20 seconds This will enable the temperature in the wash cabinet to settle Close the door firmly until it clicks into place Changing a program If the detergent dispenser flap is already open do not change the program If a program has already started and you wish to change it Press the Start Stop button for at least one second The program ...

Page 32: ... Press the Program button 12 times The lower most program indicator flashes once long and twice short The Cleaning progress indicator shows whether a setting has been set differently to the default setting Cleaning progress indicator flashes All values are set to the default settings Cleaning progress indicator is off At least one setting has been changed Press the Start Stop button if you wish to...

Page 33: ...plate for minimum amperage The dishwasher stops during a program The fuse has tripped Reset the circuit breaker See data plate for minimum amperage The program cycle indicators Cleaning Drying and End flash at the same time There may be a technical fault Turn the dishwasher off s After a few seconds Turn the dishwasher on s Select the desired program with the Program button Press the Start Stop bu...

Page 34: ... dishwasher off s Water intake fault Open the water supply all the way Clean the water intake filter see Cleaning and care The water pressure at the water connection is lower than 4 35 psi Consult a plumber Water drain fault There may be water in the wash cabinet Clean the triple filter Clean the drain pump and the non return valve See Cleaning and care for more information on the above Remove any...

Page 35: ...ocking the catch Remove the residue The door and the interior walls are still wet after a program has finished This is not a fault It is the normal operating mode of the drying system The moisture will evaporate after a short time Water remains in the wash cabinet at the end of a program Before fixing the fault Press the K button to turn the dishwasher off The triple filter in the wash cabinet is ...

Page 36: ...ot secure in the wash cabinet Interrupt the program and rearrange loose pieces A foreign object e g a cherry stone has become lodged in the drain pump Remove the foreign object from the drain pump see Cleaning the drain pump and non return valve There is a knocking noise in the water line This may be caused by the installation or the diameter of the pipe This has no effect on the dishwasher If in ...

Page 37: ... triple filter in the wash cabinet is clogged or not correctly inserted The spray arm jets might be clogged as a result Clean the filter and insert it correctly Clean the spray arm jets if required see Cleaning and care The non return valve is stuck open and blocked Wash water will run back into the wash cabinet Clean the drain pump and the non return valve see Cleaning and care Glasses and cutler...

Page 38: ...ee Rinse aid White residue is visible on cutlery and dishes Clouding occurs on glassware and cutlery film can be wiped off Not enough rinse aid was used Increase the dosage see Setting the rinse aid dosage The salt container is empty Refill the salt container see Filling the salt container The salt container lid was not correctly screwed on Reseat it making sure it screws back on correctly Unsuita...

Page 39: ...he detergent has a low bleaching effect Use a different detergent Plastics are discolored Natural dyes e g from carrots tomatoes or ketchup may be the cause Not enough detergent was used to break down natural dyes Use more detergent see Detergent Discoloration is permanent There are rust stains on cutlery The affected items are not corrosion resistant There is no remedy Use only dishwasher safe cu...

Page 40: ...ract program gives you the assurance of knowing that your appliance investment is covered by 5 years of worry free ownership MieleCare is the only Extended Service Contract in the industry that guarantees repairs by a Miele Authorized Service Provider using genuine Miele parts Only genuine Miele parts installed by factory trained professionals can guarantee the safety reliability and longevity of ...

Page 41: ...shwasher Secure any loose parts e g hoses cables cutlery baskets Transport the dishwasher in the upright position If unavoidable it may be transported on its back Do not transport it on its side or on the door Residual water in the machine could leak and cause electrical damage Transport 41 ...

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Page 43: ...User Maintenance Instructions To prevent accidents and appliance damage read these instructions before installation or use ...

Page 44: ...rol panel The plastic control panel should only be wiped with a damp cloth or suitable cleaning agent designed for use on plastic The appliance front and controls are not scratch proof Remove spills immediately Exterior Only use a conditioner suitable for your kitchen cabinetry Clean wood only with a damp cloth and wipe dry Clean the exterior with a solution of warm water and liquid soap applied w...

Page 45: ... without all the filters in place Check and clean the filter system periodically for any trapped or foreign objects The level of soiling and time it takes before the filters need cleaning will vary depending on your household usage Turn off the dishwasher before cleaning Turn the handle counterclockwise to release the triple filter system a Lift the filter combination out of the machine b Remove a...

Page 46: ...ing water Close the flap so that the clip engages Return the filter so it lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet Lock the filter by turning the handle clockwise The triple filter system must be inserted and locked into place Large particles could get in the circulation system and cause a blockage Cleaning and Care 46 ...

Page 47: ...sent Push the upper spray arm up to engage the inner ratchet and unscrew the spray arm Lift up the middle spray arm a to engage the ratchet and unscrew the spray arm b Remove the lower basket Pull the lower spray arm firmly upwards to remove Use a pointed object such as a toothpick to push food particles into the spray arm jets Rinse thoroughly under running water Return the spray arms and check t...

Page 48: ... water contains a large number of insoluble substances a filter between the water valve and the intake hose connection is recommended These filters can be purchased from Miele Cleaning the filter Turn off the dishwasher and pull the plug Turn off the water supply Unscrew the intake hose Carefully remove the rubber seal Remove the filter using needle nose pliers and rinse it under running water Rei...

Page 49: ...a Pull out the non return valve b and rinse it under running water Remove all foreign objects from the non return valve The drain pump is beneath the non return valve see arrow Remove all foreign objects from the drain pump glass or bone splinters Before returning the non return valve check that the drain pump is not blocked Spin the propeller several times in both directions to check for obstruct...

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Page 51: ...m supplied with these instructions To comply with IEC sound testing protocols please contact Miele for additional instructions Information is subject to change Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specification technical warranty information ...

Page 52: ... the electrical 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 installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in electric shock Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance if it ...

Page 53: ...could be dangerous Do not drink water from the dishwasher The dishwasher can heat its own water to the temperature required by the wash program This allows for connection of the machine to either a hot max 140 F 60 C or cold water source For lowest energy consumption and fastest possible wash times connect the dishwasher to a hot water source All programs use hot water in the rinse cycles The inle...

Page 54: ...sure reducing valve must be used Ensure that the water connection is secure after the first use To prevent damage to the dishwasher it must only be connected to a fully vented drainage system Do not cut the intake hose It contains electrical wiring If the hose is cut the dishwasher will not work There will be a water leak and you could be injured If the hose is too long coil it neatly and place it...

Page 55: ... the left or right side at the rear of the machine The existing nipple that the drain hose is connected to may be designed for various hose diameters If the nipple diameter is to large or to small it should be replaced or an adapter may be used If the nipple extends more than 2 50 mm into the drain hose it should be shortened or the hose could clog The drain hose must not be shortened Make sure th...

Page 56: ...Alteration rights reserved 1511 G4500 INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE PLEASE REFER TO OUR WEBSITE TO OBTAIN THE MOST CURRENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL WARRANTY INFORMATION M Nr 09 016 300 02 ...

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