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Technical data

Dishwasher models

G 640 - G 649

Height freestanding

85 cm
(adju 1.0 cm)

Height built-in

82 cm
(adju 5.0 cm)

Width

59.8 cm

Width of building in recess

60 cm

Depth

60 cm (Freestanding model)
57 cm (Built-in model)

Depth with door open

118.5 cm (Freestanding model)
115.5 cm (Built-in model)

Weight:
Freestanding model
Freestanding SC model #

U- and i- models
U- and i- models SC#

approx. 60 kg
approx. 62 kg
approx. 52 kg
approx. 54 kg

Voltage

Rated load

Fuse rating

}

see data plate at the top of the door

Test marks

VDE, Radio and television suppressed

Water pressure (flow pressure)

1.0 - 10 bar pressure

Hot water connection

max. 60 °C

Delivery head

max. 1 m

Drainage length

max. 4 m

Connection cable

approx. 1.7 m

Capacity

12 place settings

# SC = Dishwasher with cutlery tray

Technical data

Summary of Contents for G 640

Page 1: ...g instructions for dishwashers It is essential to read the operating and installation instructions before Q installing or using the machine to avoid the risk of accident or damage to the machine M Nr 05 184 500 ...

Page 2: ... Water softener 13 Programming and setting the water hardness level 14 Programming the machine to the water hardness level 14 Setting the water hardness level selector in the wash cabinet 15 Checking the programmed water hardness level 16 Filling the salt reservoir 17 Salt indicator 18 Rinse aid 19 Adding rinse aid 19 Rinse aid indicator 20 Setting the rinse aid dosage 21 Loading the dishwasher 22...

Page 3: ...ning the filters in the wash cabinet 39 Cleaning the spray arms 41 Cleaning the wash cabinet 42 Cleaning the door and the door seal 42 Cleaning the control panel fascia 42 Cleaning the door panel 42 Problem solving guide 43 Solving problems 50 Cleaning the water inlet filter 50 Checking the water level 51 Increasing the water intake time 52 Cleaning the drain pump and non return valve 53 After sal...

Page 4: ...3 Upper basket 4 Water feed for middle spray arm 5 Middle spray arm 6 Water hardness selector 7 Lower spray arm 8 Four height adjustable screw feet 9 Filter combination 10 Salt reservoir 11 Dual compartment detergent dispenser 12 Rinse aid reservoir with dosage selector 13 Data plate Guide to the appliance 4 ...

Page 5: ...Control panel fascia 14 On Off button 15 Programme sequence display 16 Start button 17 Programme selector 18 Check Refill indicators 19 Child safety lock 20 Door release Guide to the appliance 5 ...

Page 6: ... damaged machine Please ensure that the packaging material is offered for recycling Installation The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation instructions In order to ensure stability built under and integrated dishwashers must only be installed under a con tinuous worktop which is secured to ad jacent cabinetry The dishwasher must not be in stalled under a ho...

Page 7: ...tely if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled Do not sit or lean on the opened door This could cause the dish washer to tip and be damaged and you could get injured In an appliance with a cutlery bas ket depending on model cutlery is cleaned and dried more efficiently if placed in the basket with the handles downwards However to avoid the risk of injury place cutlery with sharp points with the h...

Page 8: ...as swallowed or inhaled detergent To avoid the danger of children coming into contact with the dish washer detergent Only add detergent just before starting the programme and close the door acti vating the child safety lock depending on model Keep children away from the dish washer when the door is open There could be detergent residues in the ap pliance To ensure children do not come into contact...

Page 9: ...tee Repairs and maintenance Repairs may only be carried out by suitably qualified and competent engineers in accordance with local and national safety regulations Repairs by unqualified persons could be dan gerous Always disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply for main tenance work switch off at wall socket and remove the plug or remove the screw out fuse in countries where this is app...

Page 10: ... make the most of your ap pliance by following these tips If your household water system is suitable this dishwasher can be con nected to a hot water supply for fur ther economies Although all stages of the wash then take place with hot water savings are made in the use of primary energy costs programme running time If however your water is heated by electricity we would still recommend connection...

Page 11: ...prox 2 kg dishwasher reactivation salt domestic dishwasher detergent rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers Every dishwasher is tested at the factory There will be residual water in the machine from this test It is not an indication that the machine has been previously used Before using for the first time 11 ...

Page 12: ...d safety lock The yellow key for the child safety lock is on one of the spikes at the front of the upper basket Remove the key before switching on the dishwasher and keep it in a safe place away from the dish washer If you wish to prevent children opening the dishwasher door during operation use the key provided to turn the lock to the required setting Horizontal setting The door is locked Vertica...

Page 13: ...the water hardness in your area Your local water authority will advise you on the highest level of water hardness in your area If the hardness of your local supply is constantly lower than 4 d 0 7 mmol l you do not need to add dishwasher salt The water softener must however still be programmed to correspond to the water hardness level in your area Where the water hardness fluctuates e g between 8 ...

Page 14: ...erent indicator light is on or flash ing the process must be repeated Exception The Rinse aid indicator light will come on if you have not yet added rinse aid or if rinse aid needs replenishing Turn the programme selector to the position that corresponds to your water hardness level see chart below d mmol l Programme selector setting 1 4 0 2 0 7 Universal 55 1 o clock 5 7 0 9 1 3 Universal Plus 55...

Page 15: ...ting will lead to poor cleaning results and an increase in water spots left on crockery and cutlery Use a screwdriver to take the cover off the water hardness level selector in the wash cabinet Use a coin or screwdriver to adjust the water hardness level selector in the wash cabinet There is a click as each setting is reached d mmol l f Selector setting level 1 7 0 2 1 3 2 13 3 8 10 1 4 1 8 14 18 ...

Page 16: ...or flash ing the process must be repeated Exception The Rinse aid indicator light will come on if you have not yet added rinse aid or if rinse aid needs replenishing Click the programme selector from the Universal 55 1 o clock as far as the 8 o clock positon When the programme selector is at the position which corresponds to the water hardness setting already pro grammed the Start indicator light ...

Page 17: ... reservoir Please only use special coarse grained dishwasher salt for reactiva tion as other salts may contain inso luble additives which can impair the functioning of the softener Remove the lower basket and un screw the salt reservoir cap Fill the reservoir with approx 2 litres of water first use Place the funnel provided over the salt reservoir and carefully fill with salt The salt reservoir ho...

Page 18: ...vated the next time the dishwasher is run The salt indicator light may still be illuminated during this process It will go out once the salt concentration has reached the correct level Note The salt indicator light will also come on if the water used is very soft below 4 d 0 7 mmol In this case the reser voir should not be filled with salt The in dicator light will remain lit and should be ignored...

Page 19: ...ses serious damage to the reservoir Only pour rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers into the reser voir Alternatively it is possible to use Household vinegar with a max 5 acid content Do not use vinegar with a higher acid content e g vinegar essence 25 acid This must not be used as its use would damage the dish washer or Liquid citric acid up to 50 acid con tent The resulting rinsing and d...

Page 20: ...se aid reservoir during a programme Wipe up any spilled rinse aid This prevents over foaming occuring dur ing the next programme Rinse aid indicator The Rinse aid indicator light on the fas cia comes on when the rinse aid reser voir needs to be replenished When the light comes on the reservoir still contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 3 programmes Add rinse aid in plenty of time Before using for t...

Page 21: ... at the factory see arrow Approx 3 ml of rinse aid are then used per programme This is a rec ommended setting If spots appear on crockery and glass ware Use a higher setting If clouding or smearing appears on crockery and glassware Use a lower setting Before using for the first time 21 ...

Page 22: ... 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 Make sure that small items do not fall through the holders in the baskets Small items e g lids should there fore be placed i...

Page 23: ...can also be placed in the upper basket Long items such as soup ladles mixing spoons and long knives should be placed lying down across the front of the upper basket Flap up rack To make room for tall items raise the rack upwards Positioning rail depending on model The positioning rail can be flipped over to the middle of the basket for easy sorting and removing of crockery Loading the dishwasher 2...

Page 24: ...abinet Pull out the upper basket Pull 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 Dishwashers with cutlery tray Upper basket level Plate Ø in cm Upper basket Lower basket Top 15 5 30 Middle 17 5 28...

Page 25: ...te glassware in the lower basket unless a special bas ket with glassware insert is installed Dishwashers with a cutlery tray Dishwashers with a cutlery basket Height limitation The stay at the front of the upper bas ket determines the max height per missible for items placed in the lower basket to ensure they do not impede the movement of the middle spray arm Loading the dishwasher 25 ...

Page 26: ...erly and cleaning results will be im paired Cutlery Dishwashers with a cutlery basket Unsorted cutlery should be placed in the cutlery basket with the handles facing downwards to ensure opti mum spray water access However to avoid the risk of injury cutlery with sharp points should be placed with the handles upwards Place small spoons in the individual slots to either side of the cutlery basket Lo...

Page 27: ...pace between them so that they can be more easily accessed by water If required place an insert onto the front and rear of the cutlery basket To remove the inserts Press the engaged hooks inwards use a spoon handle if necessary and remove the insert by pulling it upwards Insert the spoons with the handles facing downwards using only every other slot Loading the dishwasher 27 ...

Page 28: ... in the middle of the cut lery tray The upper spray arm must not be blocked by items which are too big e g cake slices The cutlery tray insert is removable Place the handles between the holders Spoon heads should be placed in con tact with at least one of the serrated re tainers on the base of the cutlery tray to ensure that water runs off them freely Spoons with round or oval handles should be pl...

Page 29: ...ckery and cutlery make sure they are dish washer proof There are no standard guidelines for washing glassware When in doubt wash by hand If delicate glassware is washed in the dishwasher ensure that only very low temperatures are used see pro gramme chart This will reduce the risk of clouding Please note Silverware previously cleaned with a sil ver polish may still be damp or spotted at the end of...

Page 30: ...nt of detergent may impair clean ing results There are currently three types of detergent on the market 1 Detergents containing phosphates and chlorine 2 Detergents containing phosphates but chlorine free 3 Phosphate free and chlorine free detergents Type 3 detergents are more environ mentally friendly however Phosphate free detergent reacts more sensitively to water hardness than detergent contai...

Page 31: ...tergents con tain irritant or corrosive ingredients They can cause burning in the mouth and throat if swallowed or in hibit breathing Consult a doctor im mediately if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled Keep children away from deter gents and from the dishwasher when the door is open There could still be detergent residues in the cabinet To avoid the danger of children com ing into contact wit...

Page 32: ...ap Ensure that the detergent package is properly sealed after use Otherwise the detergent can lose its effective ness For information Compartment I holds max 25 ml Compartment II holds max 80 ml There are markings in compartment II to assist with dispensing The marks in dicate a level of approx 20 25 30 ml when the door is open in a horizontal position Operating the dishwasher 32 ...

Page 33: ... most cases this will be a Normal Pro gramme a Universal Programme or a Universal Plus Programme These programmes are ideally suited to everyday mixed loads with varying de grees of soiling The different programmes and their uses are described in the programme chart at the end of this booklet Operating the dishwasher 33 ...

Page 34: ...ess the Start button 16 The programme cycle begins The Start indicator light 16 goes out and the Wash Rinse indicator light 15 comes on Do not finish a programme prema turely Important programme stages e g reactivating the water sof tener could be omitted Programme sequence indicator lights 15 The Wash Rinse indicator light comes on in the Pre wash Main wash Interim rinse and Final rinse stages of...

Page 35: ...the dishwasher off if you do not wish to start another programme immediately Switching off At the end of a programme Turn the programme selector 17 to Stop The End indicator light 15 goes out and the Start indicator light 16 comes on Press and release the On Off but ton 14 The Start indicator light 16 goes out The dishwasher continues to use electricity until switched off using the On Off button I...

Page 36: ...ur self Changing a programme A programme can be changed at any time Turn the programme selector to the new programme The new programme will start from the point the other programme was at when the programme was changed If when changing a programme you turn the programme selector past the Stop position e g from Economy 45 to Universal 55 and the programme selector is on the Stop position for longer...

Page 37: ...ame time switch the dishwasher on using the On Off button Release the Start button again within two seconds The Salt indicator light will start flash ing Note If a different indicator light is on or flash ing the process must be repeated Exception The Rinse aid indicator light will come on if you have not yet added rinse aid or if rinse aid needs replenishing Turn the programme selector to the Nor...

Page 38: ...o handle be fore unloading them If you open the door fully after switch ing off the dishes will cool much fas ter First unload the lower basket then the upper basket and cutlery tray depending on model This will prevent water drops from the upper basket and cutlery tray from falling onto the dishes in the lower basket Operating the dishwasher 38 ...

Page 39: ...ution thus preventing it ac cessing the circulation system and re entering the cabinet through the spray arms Collection of coarse soil may cause the filters to clog Check the filter combination regularly every 4 6 months and clean if necessary Switch the dishwasher off before hand Turn the handle anti clockwise to re lease the filter combination Lift the filter combination out of the machine Remo...

Page 40: ...ng water using a nylon brush if necessary Then close the flap so that the clip en gages Important After cleaning make sure that the clip has properly engaged Replace the filter combination so that it lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet Secure the filter by turning the handle in a clockwise direction Cleaning and care 40 ...

Page 41: ... your dish washer is fitted with one Press the top spray arm upwards to engage the inner ratchet Then un screw the spray arm Lift up the middle spray arm b to en gage the ratchet Then unscrew the spray arm c Remove the lower basket Pull the lower spray arm firmly up wards to remove it Use a pointed object to push food par ticles into the spray arm jets Rinse thoroughly under running water Replace ...

Page 42: ...he wash cabinet and are therefore not ac cessed by water from the spray arms Cleaning the control panel fascia This should only be wiped with a damp cloth or suitable cleaning agent designed for use on plastic Do not use abrasive cleaning agents glass cleaning agents or all purpose cleaners Because of their chemical composition they could cause serious damage to plastic surfaces Cleaning the door ...

Page 43: ...ible cause Remedy The Start indicator light does not come on after the machine has been switched on using the On Off button The door is not properly closed Close the door firmly The machine is not plugged in Insert the plug The fuse is defective or has tripped Replace the fuse U K fuse rating 13 A The dishwasher does not start after the Start button has been pressed the Start indicator light comes...

Page 44: ... fully Check the water inlet filter and clean if necessary see Cleaning the water inlet filter Check the water level and if necessary increase the water intake time see Increasing the water intake time Water outlet is restricted Water remains in the wash cabinet at the end of a programme Clean the filter combination see Cleaning and Care Clean the drain pump Clean the non return valve see Cleaning...

Page 45: ... using the On Off button After a few seconds Switch the dishwasher on using the On Off button Turn the programme selector to the required programme Press the Start button If the indicator lights flash again there is a technical fault Call the Miele Service Department Despite the problem the dishwasher can be used in all programmes however the water will not heat up Problem solving guide 45 ...

Page 46: ...ocking 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 Dishes and glasses are not dry or are flecked The rinse aid amount set may be insufficient or the rinse aid reservoir empty Increase the dosage or replenish the reservoir see Before using for ...

Page 47: ... enough detergent was dispensed Use more detergent see Operating the dishwasher Tall items are blocking the path of the spray arms Rearrange items so that the spray arms can rotate freely The spray arm jets are blocked Clean the spray arm jets see Cleaning and care The filter combination in the base of the wash cabinet is not clean or is not correctly fitted This may cause the spray arms jets to g...

Page 48: ...making sure it screws back on correctly The level at which the water softener is programmed is too low Adjust to a higher setting see Before using for the first time Phosphate free detergent was used Try detergent containing phosphate Smearing appears on glassware and cutlery there is a bluish sheen on the surface of glassware film can be wiped off The rinse aid dosage is set too high Reduce the d...

Page 49: ...ent dispenser lid cannot be closed properly Clogged detergent residue is blocking the catch Remove the residue Detergent residue is left in the dispenser at the end of a programme The dispenser was still damp when detergent was added Make sure the dispenser is dry before adding detergent Water remains in the wash cabinet at the end of a programme Before rectifying the problem Turn the programme se...

Page 50: ...er inlet hose threaded union This filter is available from the Miele Spares Dept Cleaning the filter Disconnect the dishwasher from the mains supply switch off at the mains socket pull out the plug switch off the appropriate circuit at the fuse box or withdraw the mains fuse Turn off the stopcock Unscrew the inlet hose Carefully remove the rubber seal Withdraw the filter using pointed pliers and r...

Page 51: ...rogramme without crockery once to get water flowing throughout the machine Start the Pre wash programme again After approx three minutes open the door and remove the bottom basket from the machine The water level is correct when the water level dimension X is at least 4 mm above the coarse filter in the middle of the filter combination If it measures less then either the water inlet filter must be...

Page 52: ... light is on or flash ing the process must be repeated Exception The Rinse aid indicator light will come on if you have not yet added rinse aid or if rinse aid needs replenishing Turn the programme selector to the Economy 45 setting If the Start indicator light does not come on then the water intake time is set to the standard time If the Start indicator light comes on then the water intake time i...

Page 53: ...ht be blocked They are however easy to clean Watch out for glass or bone splinters which could cause injury Take the filter combination out of the wash cabinet see Cleaning and care Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet Scoop the water out of the cabinet using a suitable container Raise the locking clamp for the non return valve Solving problems 53 ...

Page 54: ...non return valve see arrow Remove all extraneous objects from the drain pump watch out for glass or bone splinters which are particu larly difficult to detect and could cause injury Turn the drain pump impeller by hand to check that there are no more obstructions Carefully replace the non return valve and secure it with the locking clamp Solving problems 54 ...

Page 55: ...o improve our service Programme update function PC The programme update function en ables new developments in programme technology to be programmed into your machine by a service technician When for example technological de velopments offer advanced modifica tions to your existing programme cycles a service technician will be able to input these into your machine con trols via the indicator light ...

Page 56: ...es To make the most of your dish washer You would like then you need to wash bottles e g milk or baby bottles a bottle holder to wash long stemmed glassware a glassware insert for the upper basket Special accessories 56 ...

Page 57: ... detergent containing chlorine 5 g in compartment I and 25 g in compartment II If using a chlorine free detergent 30 g only in compartment II Rinse aid dispensing Setting 3 approx 3 ml set at factory Water hardness level selector Setting 0 Dishwashers with cutlery basket Spoon inserts Fit the two inserts on top of the cutlery basket see section on loading the dishwasher spoon inserts Place six spo...

Page 58: ...Dishwashers with cutlery tray Upper basket Cutlery tray Lower basket Comparison tests 58 ...

Page 59: ...se parts e g hoses cables cutlery baskets Transport the dishwasher in the up right position If unavoidable it may be transported on its back Do not transport it on its side or on the door as residual water still in the machine will leak out of it This residual water could get into the electronic unit and cause a fault Transport 59 ...

Page 60: ... not yet needed The dispensing method will depend on the type of detergent being used 1 Use this ratio for detergent which is chlorine and phosphate free detergent which is chlorine free but contains phosphates liquid dishwasher detergent In this instance the whole amount is placed in compartment II 2 Use this ratio for powder detergent which contains chlorine and phosphates but not liquid deterge...

Page 61: ...old water connec tion 15 C Hot water connec tion 55 C Liters Cold water 15 C Hot water 55 C X X 55 X X 65 X 1 30 0 7 18 85 72 X X 55 X X 65 X 1 35 0 8 18 108 95 X X 65 X X 65 X 1 40 0 8 18 88 74 X 55 X X 65 X 1 30 0 7 14 80 67 X 45 X X 50 X 1 05 0 6 14 115 102 X 0 06 0 06 5 11 11 N B Data obtained from a machine tested in Germany Programme chart 61 ...

Page 62: ...lt in model Weight Freestanding model Freestanding SC model U and i models U and i models SC approx 60 kg approx 62 kg approx 52 kg approx 54 kg Voltage Rated load Fuse rating see data plate at the top of the door Test marks VDE Radio and television suppressed Water pressure flow pressure 1 0 10 bar pressure Hot water connection max 60 C Delivery head max 1 m Drainage length max 4 m Connection cab...

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