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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Please follow all basic safety
precautions when operating
this dishwasher.

This appliance conforms with
all uniform safety codes and
regulations. To avoid injury
and machine damage, read
the operating instructions
carefully.

The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for damage or injury
caused by improper use or for uses
other than those for which the appli-
ance is intended.

Repairs should only be performed
by a qualified and competent per-

son. Disconnect the appliance from the
power supply before servicing (pull out
the plug or “trip” the circuit breaker).

This dishwasher should only be in-
stalled under a continuous

countertop secured to adjacent
cabinetry.

The dishwasher must be electri-
cally grounded. Install the dish-

washer as outlined in the included In-
stallation instructions.

Only use detergents and rinse aids
recommended for residential dish-

washers.

Do not use the dishwasher unless
all panels are in place.

Do not allow children to play in or
on the dishwasher.

Keep all detergents and rinse aids
out of the reach of children.

Dishwasher detergents contain
Sodium Silicate and Sodium

Carbonate. In case of eye contact,
immediately flush with water.
Call a physician or poison control.

Do not tamper with the
controls.

Do not drink water from the dish-
washer.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Summary of Contents for G 811

Page 1: ...Operating instructions G 811 dishwasher To prevent accidents and machine damage read ö the Operating Instructions before installing or using the machine M Nr 05 466 840 ...

Page 2: ...ftener 13 Programming and setting the water hardness level 14 Programming the water hardness level 14 Setting the water hardness selector in the wash cabinet 15 Checking the programmed water hardness level 16 Before using for the first time 17 Filling the salt reservoir 17 Salt indicator 18 Rinse aid 19 Adding rinse aid 19 Rinse aid indicator 20 Setting the dosage 21 Loading the dishwasher 22 Load...

Page 3: ...er 35 Cleaning and care 36 Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet 36 Cleaning the spray arms 38 Cleaning the wash cabinet 39 Cleaning the door and the door seal 39 Cleaning the control panel 39 Cleaning the door panel 39 Problem solving guide 40 Solving problems 46 Cleaning the water intake filter 46 Checking the water level 47 Increasing the water intake time 48 Cleaning the drain pump and non ...

Page 4: ...er basket 4 Water feed for middle spray arm 5 Middle spray arm 6 Water hardness selector 7 Lower spray arm 8 Four height adjustable 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: ...el facia 14 On Off button 15 Program sequence display 16 Top Solo button 17 Program selector 18 Start 19 Check Refill indicators 20 Child safety lock 21 Door release 22 Vent for drying fan Guide to the appliance 5 ...

Page 6: ...g or trip the circuit breaker This dishwasher should only be in stalled under a continuous countertop secured to adjacent cabinetry The dishwasher must be electri cally grounded Install the dish washer as outlined in the included In stallation instructions Only use detergents and rinse aids recommended for residential dish washers Do not use the dishwasher unless all panels are in place Do not all...

Page 7: ...remove the front door and cut off the power cord This will help protect children from injury and accidentally locking themselves in Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot wa ter system that has not been used for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water system has not been used for such a period turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from ea...

Page 8: ...mer le disjoncteur Installer uniquement ce lave vaisselle sous un comptoir continu qui est fixé à des meubles adjacents Vous devez mettre le lave vaisselle à la terre Installer le lave vaisselle en observant les instructions pour l installation ci jointes Utiliser uniquement des détersifs et des produits de rinçage recommandés pour les lave vaisselle domestiques Ne pas utiliser le lave vaisselle à...

Page 9: ...er la porte et couper le cor don du lave vaisselle avant de l enlever aux déchets afin d empêcher les enfants de se blesser ou de s enfermer dans l appareil par accident Dans certaines conditions un système d eau chaude qui n a pas été utilisé pendant plus de deux semaines peut dégager de l azote L AZOTE EST EXPLOSIF Si le système d eau chaude n a pas été utilisé pen dant une telle période de temp...

Page 10: ...heat wa ter to the temperatures required by the wash program This capability allows the option of connecting the machine to either a hot or cold water source For lowest energy consumption and the gentlest washing of china and crystal connect the dishwasher to a cold water source For fastest possible wash times yet higher energy consumption connect the dishwasher to a hot water source Make full use...

Page 11: ...ns Add the correct amount of detergent Generally 1 tablespoons 25 ml of detergent is enough for most wash loads Not enough or too much deter gent can lead to poor wash results Cleaning results vary among detergent brands If you are not satisfied with the wash results try another brand of de tergent Load dishes correctly Load dishes so that water can reach all surfaces Check that the spray arms are...

Page 12: ...l it clicks into position Child Safety Lock The yellow key for the Child Safety Lock is shipped on one of the spikes at the front of the upper basket Remove the key before using the dishwasher The Child Safety Lock is designed to prevent children from opening the dish washer Use the provided key to lock or un lock the Child Safety Lock Horizontal the door is locked Vertical the door can be opened ...

Page 13: ...his example If there is a fault it will help the service technician to know the hardness of your local water supply Enter the water hardness gr gal ppm Turning the water softener off If your water is consistently soft below 8 gr gal the salt reservoir should not be filled with salt and the water softener can be turned off completely The LED will not light The setting cannot be changed during a run...

Page 14: ...alt indicator flashes Note If any other indicators flash the process must be repeated Except The Rinse aid indicator will light when the reservoir is empty and needs to be refilled Turn the water hardness level selec tor to the corresponding setting see table below gr gal ppm Selector setting 1 5 20 90 Normal 55 C 130 F 6 8 110 140 Sani Wash 9 11 160 220 Normal 65 C 150 F 12 16 220 290 Light Wash ...

Page 15: ...igh a setting will lead to poor cleaning results and an in crease in water spots left on dishes and cutlery Use a screwdriver to take the cover off the water hardness selector in the wash cabinet Use a coin or screwdriver to adjust the water hardnesss selector in the wash cabinet There is a click as each setting is reached gr gal ppm Selector setting 1 8 20 140 3 9 11 160 200 2 12 16 220 290 1 17 ...

Page 16: ... any other indicators light or flash the process must be repeated Exception If the Rinse aid indicator lights or flashes rinse aid was never added or needs to be refilled Turn the program selector past Normal 55 C 130 F to Energy Saver The Top Solo indicator lights The position of the program selector corre sponds to the water hardness level see table Programming the water hardness level Turn the ...

Page 17: ...of the proper grain size is used To fill the salt reservoir Remove the lower basket Unscrew and remove the salt reser voir cap Before adding salt for the first time fill the reservoir with approximately 1 quart 1 l of water Place the funnel provided over the salt reservoir Carefully fill with salt grain size of 1 4 mm The salt reservoir holds ap proximately 2 lbs 1 kg of salt de pending of the bra...

Page 18: ...light indicating that it should be refilled with reactivation salt After the reservoir has been filled the water softener is automatically reactivated the next time the dishwasher is started The Salt indicator will be lit during this process Before using for the first time 18 ...

Page 19: ...e aid reservoir with detergent will damage the reservoir Only pour rinse aid formulated for residential dishwashers into the reservoir Adding rinse aid Add rinse aid before the first use and when ever the Rinse aid indicator lights Press the button in the direction of the arrow until the flap springs open Before using for the first time 19 ...

Page 20: ...he dis penser Press on the flap until you hear it click shut Failure to close it all the way will allow water to enter the res ervoir during the wash program Wipe up any spilled rinse aid The flap will remain closed during nor mal operation Rinse aid indicator The rinse aid indicator on the control panel will light when the rinse aid reser voir needs refilling There will be enough rinse aid left f...

Page 21: ... dispenses approximately 3 ml of rinse aid per program It can be adjusted from 1 to 6 depending on your needs Use a higher setting if spots appear on dry glassware Use a lower setting if streaking appears on dishes or glasses Before using for the first time 21 ...

Page 22: ...d and placed in the upper basket Concave based items should be placed at an angle on top of the coffee bar so that water does not pool To ensure good water coverage tall narrow hollow pieces should be placed in the center of the basket rather than in the corners Small cups and glasses should be placed on the cup racks Taller mugs and glasses can be placed under neath the rack The spray arms must n...

Page 23: ...d into the upper basket and cut lery tray Lightly soiled plates can also be placed in the lower basket if they are spaced Do not place dishes pans or other hol low items in the lower basket when us ing Top Solo See Additional fea tures Adjustable cup rack To make room for tall glasses raise the rack and lower it to double stack smaller pieces If the upper basket is set to the highest position the ...

Page 24: ...s will block the middle spray arm Slide the upper basket out 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 the following plate dimensions can be accommodated Upper Basket position Plate diameter Upper basket Lower basket Upper 7 3 4 20 cm 11 30 cm Middle 8 1 2 22 cm ...

Page 25: ...plates serving platters saucepans bowls etc Small items like saucers can also be placed in the lower basket Do not place thin delicate glassware in the lower basket unless a special basket with glassware insert is in stalled Loading the dishwasher 25 ...

Page 26: ...tion in the middle of the cut lery tray The upper spray arm must not be blocked by large pieces The cutlery tray insert is removable Spoon heads should be placed in con tact with the serrated retainers of the cutlery tray so water can run off If a spoon handle does not fit securely between the holders then place it like the forks and knives Do not cover the opening in the middle of the cutlery tra...

Page 27: ...an immersion dip is usually dry at the end of a program but may tarnish If let to dry foods containing sulfur can discolor silver These include egg yolk onions mayonnaise mus tard legumes fish fish brine and marinades Color painted over the glaze of dishes may fade over time Clouding or etching may occur on glasses after frequent washing Miele recommends Wash delicate glassware using the Economy p...

Page 28: ...hould be se lected Add an extra tablespoon 15 ml of detergent to compartment I in the center of the dispenser or place directly on the inner door panel Dishwasher detergents contain irri tant and corrosive ingredients They can cause burns in the mouth and throat if swallowed or inhibit breath ing Keep children away from deter gent and from the dishwasher when the door is open To prevent children f...

Page 29: ...al features Energy Saver Program Approximately 0 20 kWh of electricity is used during this cycle Use this program for light to normally soiled dishes The water is not heated in this program The dishwasher must be connected to hot water of at least 45 C 115 F for this program to clean well The drying result may not match that of a program with a full drying cycle The higher the temperature of the i...

Page 30: ...ogram chart of this booklet Turn the program selector 17 clock wise or counterclockwise to the de sired program Top Solo can be selected now see Additional features Press the Start button 18 The program cycle begins The Start indicator light 18 goes out and the Rinse indicator 15 lights Do not finish a program prematurely or important program steps e g re activating the water softener could be omi...

Page 31: ...r a few minutes to re move any remaining moisture This process is not part of the program Only open the door immediately after a program has ended if dishes or cutlery are urgently needed Turn off the dishwasher if another pro gram is not going to be started immedi ately Turning off the dishwasher At the end of a program Turn the program selector 17 to Stop The End indicator light 15 goes out and ...

Page 32: ... closing the door leave it open for approximately 20 sec onds This will allow the tempera ture in the wash cabinet to settle Close the door firmly until it clicks into place Changing a program If a program has already started and you wish to change it proceed as fol lows Turn the program selector 17 to the Stop position Leave the program selector 17 in this position for at least one second Then tu...

Page 33: ...may be placed in the cut lery basket if there are large spaces be tween pieces Do not place dishes bowls or other hol low containers in the bottom basket Because a smaller load is being washed the amount of detergent rec ommended can be reduced to approxi mately 2 3 of the amount for a full load When using less detergent make sure that the cleaning results are not af fected Using Top Solo saves wa...

Page 34: ...lockwise to the se lected program Press the Top Solo button 16 The Top Solo indicator lights 16 Press the Start button 18 The program begins The Start indica tor light goes out and the Rinse and Top Solo indicator lights come on The additional feature is deleted from the program memory at the end of the program cycle Operating the dishwasher 34 ...

Page 35: ... dle before unloading Dishes will cool much faster if the dishwasher door is opened a few inches after a program has finished First unload the lower basket then the upper basket and cutlery tray This will prevent water drops from the upper basket and cutlery tray from falling on dishes in the lower basket Operating the dishwasher 35 ...

Page 36: ... should be removed immediately Use caution when cleaning the filters non return valve or drain pump glass or bone splinters may be caught in the bottom of the wash cabinet Turn off the dishwasher Turn the handle counterclockwise to release the filters Lift the combination filter out of the machine Remove any coarse parti cles and rinse under running water A nylon brush can be used Cleaning and car...

Page 37: ...er by pull ing back on the locking tab After cleaning make sure that the coarse filter cover is properly locked in place Return the combination filter so that it lies flat in the base of the dishwasher Secure it by turning the handle clock wise Cleaning and care 37 ...

Page 38: ...the top spray arm upwards to engage the inner ratchet and un screw the spray arm Lift up the middle spray arm b to engage the ratchet and unscrew the spray arm c Remove the lower basket Pull the lower spray arm firmly up wards 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 that t...

Page 39: ...uids should be wiped from the sides of the dish washer door These are outside of the wash cabinet and are not cleaned by water from the spray arms Cleaning the control panel Clean the control panel with a damp cloth and mild detergent Do not use abrasive all purpose or glass cleaners they may damage plastic surfaces Cleaning the door panel Plastic laminate panels should be cleaned using a non abra...

Page 40: ...oor com pletely The machine is not plugged in Insert the plug The circuit breaker is de fective or has tripped Reset the circuit breaker The Start indicator light is on but the dish washer is not running The program selector is in the Stop position Turn the program se lector to the desired program Press the Start but ton The dishwasher stops during a program The circuit breaker has tripped Reset t...

Page 41: ...ompletely Check the intake filter and clean if necessary see Cleaning the in take filter Check the water level and increase the intake time if necessary see Checking the water level Drainage is restricted water remains in the dish washer at the end of a program Check for kinks in the drain hose Clean the drain pump and non return valve see Cleaning the drain pump and non return valve Clean the com...

Page 42: ...em in the basket Interrupt the program and rearrange items obstruct ing the spray arms Rattling from within the dishwasher The dishes are moving around inside the dish washer Interrupt the program and secure the items inside A whistling noise is heard during the pro gram The circulation pump seal sometimes makes a whis tling noise This may be caused by the detergent This is not a problem Try other...

Page 43: ...ee Adding detergent The program selected was not intensive enough Select a more intensive program see the Pro gram chart for guide lines The spray arm jets are clogged Clean the spray arms see Cleaning the spray arms The combination filter in side the dishwasher is clogged or not seated correctly Clean and or reseat the filter See Cleaning and care The drain pump or non return valve may be blocked...

Page 44: ...inse aid to increase the dosage There is no salt in the res ervoir The Salt PC indicator is lit See Filling the salt reservoir The water softener is set too low Adjust to a higher setting see Before using the first time The salt reservoir cap is not screwed on properly Screw the cap on firmly Phosphate free detergent was used Try a detergent contain ing phosphates The dishes are not dry or there i...

Page 45: ...losed Detergent residue may be blocking the latch Remove the residue Detergent remains in the dispenser at the end of a program The dispenser was damp when detergent was added Make sure the dispenser is dry before adding de tergent Water remains inside of the dishwasher at the end of a program Before looking for the problem Turn the program se lector to Stop Turn off the dishwasher using the On Of...

Page 46: ... electricity unplug it or trip the circuit breaker Turn off the main shutoff valve and unscrew the intake hose Carefully remove the rubber seal Remove the filter using needle nose pliers and rinse under running water Return the filter and seal Make sure they are seated correctly Screw the intake hose back on the water valve checking that it is not cross threaded Slowly turn on the valve and test f...

Page 47: ...and run the Rinse Hold program once with out dishes to bring water into the system Run the Rinse Hold program again After approximately 3 minutes open the door and remove the lower basket from the machine The water level is correct when dimen sion X is at least 1 8 4 mm If it measures less the water intake time must be increased see the fol lowing page Solving problems 47 ...

Page 48: ...ould blink If any other lights are blinking repeat the process Turn the program selector to Economy 55 C 130 F If the Top Solo indicator does not light the water intake time is set to normal If the Top Solo indicator lights the increased water intake time is set To change the setting press the Top Solo button The Top Solo indicator light will illumi nate or go out each time the button is pressed T...

Page 49: ...splinters may be caught in the bottom of the wash cabinet If the dishwasher is not completely drained at the end of a program the drain pump or non return valve may be blocked To clean them Remove the combination filter Use a jug or bowl to scoop water out of the wash cabinet Tilt the locking clamp to the side Solving problems 49 ...

Page 50: ...rn valve see arrow Before returning the non return valve check to make sure that the drain pump is not obstructed Spin the pro peller several times in both direc tions it should turn smoothly Carefully refit the non return valve and secure it with the locking clamp Refit and secure the combination filter Solving problems 50 ...

Page 51: ...le These can be found on the data plate on the upper inside edge of the dishwasher door Program update function PC The PC indicator has the function of Program Correction PC This allows a technician to update the programming of the dishwasher to make use of new technological developments For example if a detergent that gives good wash results using only cold wa ter were to become available the was...

Page 52: ...s To make the most of your dishwasher If 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 52 ...

Page 53: ...oose 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 because residual water in the machine will leak This residual water could get into the electronic unit and cause damage Transport 53 ...

Page 54: ...rogram for lightly soiled and heat sensitive tableware 50 50 Rinse Hold For rinsing dishes when a complete cycle is not needed Energy Saver for lightly to normally soiled dishware only select Energy Saver if the dishwasher is connected to a hot water supply min tem perature 45 C 115 F see Choosing a program 100 20 80 The dispensing method will depend on the type of detergent being used 1 Use this ...

Page 55: ...X X 75 C 170 F X 2 3 1 42 17 4 5 182 143 X X X 65 C 150 F X X 65 C 150 F X 1 64 1 0 21 5 5 150 106 X 55 C 130 F X X 65 C 150 F X 1 46 1 0 13 3 4 122 103 X 55 C 130 F X X 55 C 130 F X 1 25 0 65 13 3 4 112 84 X X 45 C 115 f X X 55 C 130 F X 1 00 0 48 17 4 5 89 65 X 0 06 0 06 5 1 3 11 11 X X X X X X 0 1 21 5 5 63 If Top Solo is selected the appropriate amount of detergent according to the level of so...

Page 56: ... 22 7 16 57 cm Depth with door open 47 7 16 120 5 cm Weight Approx 108 lbs 49 kg Voltage 110 120 V AC Rated load 12 5 A 1500 W Fuse rating 15 A Water pressure 15 150 psi Water connection max 140 F 60 C Drain height max 39 1 m Drainage length max 13 4 m Connection cable approx 66 1 7 m Capacity 9 complete place settings Technical data 56 ...

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