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Control panel

Extra option buttons

Various extra options can be added
to the washing programmes.

Display

See the following page for more
information.

Delay start button

For delaying the start time of a
programme.

Temperature button

For selecting a temperature.

Spin speed button

For selecting the final spin speed or

(Rinse hold) or

(Without

spin).

PC / Optical interface

This is used by service technicians
to run diagnostic checks on your
machine and can also be used to
update programming data in the
future.

Start/Stop button

For starting the programme selected
and cancelling a programme once it
has started.

Programme selector

For selecting a programme. The
indicator light next to the selected
programme will come on. The
programme selector can be turned
clockwise or anti-clockwise.

I-On/0-Off button

For switching the machine on or off.

Door button

Opens the machine door.

Operating the washing machine

Summary of Contents for Paramount

Page 1: ...instructions for Washing machine W 2809i To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time M Nr 07 171 130 en GB ...

Page 2: ...cal and electronic appliances machines often contain materials which if handled or disposed of incorrectly could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment They are however essential for the correct functioning of your appliance or machine Please do not therefore dispose of your old machine or appliance with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community was...

Page 3: ...spin and the final spin No u 19 Delay start 20 Programme chart 21 Programme sequence 24 Garment care label symbols 26 Changing the programme sequence 27 Cancelling a programme 27 Interrupting a programme 27 Changing a programme 27 Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started 28 Safety lock 28 Detergent 29 The correct detergent 29 Water softener 30 Washing with several components 30 Fab...

Page 4: ...outlet and or power failure 40 After sales service 43 Future updates PC 43 Appliance guarantee 43 Optional accessories 43 Installation and connection 44 Front view 44 Rear view 45 Installation surface 46 Installing the washing machine 46 Removing the transit fittings 46 Re fitting the transit bars 48 Levelling the machine 49 Screwing out and adjusting the feet 49 Washer dryer stack 49 Building und...

Page 5: ...59 Consumption data 60 Notes for test institutes 60 Technical data 61 Programmable functions 63 To access programmable functions 63 To select a programmable function 63 To alter a programmable function 63 To come out of programmable functions 63 Language F 63 Water plus 64 Gentle action 64 Suds cooling 64 Code 65 Temperature unit 66 Buzzer 66 Keypad tone 66 Brightness 66 Contrast 66 Standby displa...

Page 6: ...abrics as well as satin lace silk and other hand washable garments Any other applications may be dangerous Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation This washing machine is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they are supervised whilst us...

Page 7: ...pare parts Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the machine be guaranteed Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user for which Miele cannot accept liability Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved service technician Ensure current is not supplied to the machine until after maintenance or repair work has been carried out If the connect...

Page 8: ...e left for any length of time e g holiday especially if there is no floor drain gully in the immediate vicinity Flooding danger If hooking the drain hose into a wash basin check that the water can drain off quickly enough to prevent the sink from overflowing Make sure the drain hose is secure so that the force of the water flowing out of the hose does not dislodge it Take care to ensure that forei...

Page 9: ... contain sulphur compounds which can cause damage such as corrosion Do not use these products in this machine If liquid detergent comes into contact with the eyes rinse them thoroughly with lukewarm water imme diately If swallowed seek medical assistance immediately and retain the packaging or label for reference Those with skin problems or sensitive skin should avoid their skin coming into contac...

Page 10: ...Optical interface This is used by service technicians to run diagnostic checks on your machine and can also be used to update programming data in the future gStart Stop button For starting the programme selected and cancelling a programme once it has started hProgramme selector For selecting a programme The indicator light next to the selected programme will come on The programme selector can be t...

Page 11: ...this to calculate the load The programme duration may be longer or shorter depending on this absorbency rate Delay start The delay start time selected will appear in the display After the Start Stop button has been pressed the delay start time will start counting down If the delay start time is more than 10 hours it will count down by the hour If it is less than 9 hours and 59 minutes it will coun...

Page 12: ...rst time the welcome screen will appear The welcome screen will appear in the display every time the machine is switched on until a programme lasting longer than 1 hour has been completed Setting the language You will be asked to select the language you require for the display It is possible to change the language at any time via the programmable functions deutsch If the language shown is not the ...

Page 13: ... for most levels of soiling Detergent Do not exceed the amounts of detergent recommended by the manufacturer on the packaging Adjust the dosage to the degree of soiling of the laundry Reduce the amount of detergent with smaller loads approx 1 3 less than the amount recommended can be used when washing a half load Choosing the correct extra option Short and Pre wash Select A wash programme together...

Page 14: ...hat the cleaning agent is rinsed off before washing the garment in the machine Do not use solvent based cleaning agents in this machine Sort the laundry by colour and by care label Most garments have a textile care label in the collar or side seam Dark textiles often contain excess dye and should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load Always wash whites and colour...

Page 15: ...this causes creases and reduces cleaning efficiency Make sure that no garments are caught between the drum door and seal Shut the door with a gentle swing DSelect a programme Turn the programme selector clockwise or anti clockwise to the required programme The programme indicator light for the programme selected will come on ESelect a temperature spin speed The suggested temperature and or spin sp...

Page 16: ...s will be increased if the Water plus option is selected However you can select other settings for Water plus These are described in Programmable functions Pre wash For laundry with large amounts of dirt e g dust sand Buzzer An audible tone sounds repeatedly at the end of a programme and when Rinse hold is reached The buzzer will sound repeatedly until the machine is switched off The volume of the...

Page 17: ... a low level of agitation and poor wash rinse and spin results Higher water consumption an additional rinse cycle will automatically switch in A burden to the environment Pull out the detergent drawer and place detergent in the compartments as follows i Detergent for the pre wash divide the total recommended amount as follows add 1 3 to compartment i and 2 3 to compartment j j Detergent for the ma...

Page 18: ...of the programme is reached JRemove the laundry when the programme has finished In the anti crease phase after the programme has finished the following will appear alternately in the display 0 00 Anti crease and 0 00 Finish Press the Door button to open the drum door Remove the laundry Check that all items have been removed from the drum Items left in the drum could discolour other items in the ne...

Page 19: ...ndry will not be spun and will remain suspended in the final rinse water This reduces creasing if the laundry is not going to be removed from the drum immedi ately after the end of the programme To start the final spin The washing machine will display the maximum spin speed possible You can select a spin speed lower than this Start the final spin by pressing the Start Stop button To end the progra...

Page 20: ...ount up to 24 hours Activating delay start Press the Start Stop button to activate delay start The following will appear in the display 4 30 until start After the delay start time has elapsed the washing programme will start and the estimated programme duration and the programme sequence will show in the display Altering delay start You can change the delay start time at any time by pressing the D...

Page 21: ...e Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily Extras Short Water plus Pre wash Delicates 4321ac cold to 60 C Max load 1 0 kg Fabric For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres mixed fibres rayon and easy care cottons Curtains including net curtains specified as machine washable by the manufacturer Notes Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with pre wash advisable For curta...

Page 22: ...d to 40 C Max load 3 0 kg Fabric Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum iron programmes Sort according to colour Note The wash parameters e g water level wash rhythm and spin speed are adjusted automatically in this programme to ensure the best possible care and wash result for each item Shirts cold to 60 C Max load 1 5 kg Notes Pre treat collars and cuffs if necessary Wash s...

Page 23: ...ner Extra options Short Water plus Pre wash Dark garments cold to 40 C Max load 3 0 kg Item Black and dark garments made from cotton or mixed fibres Note Wash inside out Extra option Short Spin Notes Drain only Select No u Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed Please note that the buckets represent garment care label symbols See Garment care label symbols Programme chart 23 ...

Page 24: ...ks e e e 2 L Express d b d 2 32 L L Automatic abc e 2 32 L L Shirts e c e 2 L Denim c e 3 L Outerwear e d e 3 L3 L Dark garments b d 3 L L Spin L d Low water level Medium water level e High water level a Intensive rhythm b Normal rhythm c Gentle rhythm d Sensitive rhythm e Handwash rhythm See the following page for more information about the programme sequences Programme sequence 24 ...

Page 25: ...Anti crease At the end of every programme with the exception of the Woollens programme the drum continues to turn at intervals for up to 30 minutes to help prevent creasing The door can be opened and laundry removed at any time during the anti crease phase 1 A second rinse is carried out when a temperature of 60 C to 95 C has been selected A third rinse is carried out when a temperature below 60 C...

Page 26: ... drying temperature q Normal temperature r Low temperature s Do not tumble dry Ironing The number of dots indicates the ironing temperature I Hot iron max sole plate temp approx 200 C H Medium hot iron max sole plate temp approx 150 C G Cool iron max sole plate temp approx 110 C Do not steam iron garments carrying this symbol J Do not iron Professional cleaning f Dry clean only The letters indicat...

Page 27: ...he machine off with the I On 0 Off button To continue with the same programme Switch the machine back on with the I On 0 Off button Changing a programme After the start of a programme it is no longer possible to select a different programme Temperature It is possible to select a different temperature up to 5 minutes after the programme has started Press the Temperature button Spin speed It is poss...

Page 28: ...tage If you press the Door button when the above conditions are present the following will appear in the display Door locked Safety lock The safety lock prevents the machine from being opened and programmes from being cancelled during a wash programme To activate the safety lock Press and hold in the Start Stop button after the programme has started Stop or in 3 secs 0 Keep the Start Stop button p...

Page 29: ... a ball provided by the manufacturer for programmes without a pre wash For programmes with a pre wash you will need to purchase a special container from the Miele Spare Parts department which sits in the main wash compartment j of the detergent dispenser drawer Add liquid detergent to this container for the main wash and to compartment i for the pre wash All purpose detergent for whites Detergent ...

Page 30: ...of detergents in hard water areas Dispense according to the amount specified on the packaging First add detergent and then the water softener Miele branded water softening tablets are available from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet on www miele shop com Use a quantity of detergent as for soft water Miele do not recommend connecting the machine to a household water softener Wash...

Page 31: ...unt of water remains in the fabric conditioner compartment If starching frequently thoroughly clean the dispenser compartment especially the siphon tube and the fabric conditioner channel regularly See Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Do not use powder starch formulations or viscous liquid starch in the compartment as it will clog up Colour run and dye removers dyes Do not use colour run or...

Page 32: ...ions on the packaging Do not use solvents abrasive cleaners glass cleaners or all purpose cleaning agents These might damage plastic surfaces and other components because of the chemicals they contain Extra cleaning Carry out a hot wash 70 C or above with powder detergent approx every 6 weeks to help prevent deposits building up in the machine These can occur when washing is mainly done at low tem...

Page 33: ...get clogged Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing Use a bottle brush to remove detergent residues and limescale from the jets inside the detergent dispenser drawer housing Descaling the machine If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed the machine should not need to be descaled If however you do wish to descale the machine only use proprietary non corrosive descaling agents and str...

Page 34: ...urn off the stopcock Unscrew the threaded union connecting the free end of the inlet hose to the stopcock Remove the rubber seal 1 from the recess Using pointed pliers take hold of the plastic filter bar 2 and remove Clean the plastic filter Put the filter and seal back in the reverse order and reconnect the hose Turn on the stopcock and check the connection is watertight If water drips out tighte...

Page 35: ...unauthorised work The programme does not start Problem Possible cause Remedy The display remains dark and the Start Stop button indicator light does not come on There is no power to the machine Check whether the mains plug is plugged in and switched on the fuse or circuit breaker has tripped You are asked to enter a code Access via a code has been activated Enter the code and confirm the entry Dea...

Page 36: ... is kinked the water pressure is too low lights up in the display and Waterproof fault flashes The water protection system has reacted Call the Service Department lights up in the display and Technical fault flashes There is a fault Start the programme again If the fault message appears again contact the Service Department Anti crease Chk detergent flashes in the display Excessive foam has built u...

Page 37: ...wer The water pressure is too low Clean the water inlet filter Select Water plus Powder detergent used with water softeners can be sticky Add washing powder and then add the water softener Fabric conditioner is not completely dispensed or too much water remains in the compartment The siphon tube is not correctly positioned or is clogged up Clean the siphon see Cleaning and care Cleaning the deterg...

Page 38: ...ns 95 C programme with powder detergent but without a load A stale smell is in the drum and on laundry Low temperature washing Before washing the next load run a Cottons 95 C programme with powder detergent but without a load White residues which look like powder detergent are seen on dark textiles after washing The detergent contained compounds zeolites to aid water softening which are not solubl...

Page 39: ...mme sequence Safety lock Access via a code has been activated Deactivate the code as described in Programmable functions Code Power cut Open the drum door as described in the next section The door was not correctly engaged Press hard against the lock side of the drum door and then press the Door button There is still water in the drum and the machine is unable to drain Clean the drain filter and d...

Page 40: ...ine Caution if laundry has been washed at a high temperature water draining out of the machine will still be hot Danger of scalding Use a screwdriver to open the flap in the machine plinth Pull the flap and the drain hose attached to it out of the machine Point the drain hose into a suitable container Remove the stopper Once the flow of water ceases replace the stopper in the end of the hose Probl...

Page 41: ...us Door hinged right Use a screwdriver to push the emergency door latch downwards see illustration The drum door will open Door hinged left Use a screwdriver to push the emergency door latch downwards see illustration The drum door will open 3 Clean the drain filter There is a lever behind the detergent drawer fascia panel Remove the lever Problem solving guide 41 ...

Page 42: ...letely Check that the impeller can turn easily Remove any foreign objects e g buttons coins etc and fluff Then clean the drain filter and the drain filter housing Put the drain filter back in place and secure Make sure the drain filter is securely tightened Otherwise there is a risk of water leakage during use Problem solving guide 42 ...

Page 43: ...en Future updates PC The indicator light marked PC is the interface used by Miele service technicians during servicing work for testing purposes and for updating the machine s programme data Appliance guarantee Please see the guarantee card supplied with your machine Optional accessories Optional accessories for this washing machine are available from your Miele Dealer the Miele Spare Parts Depart...

Page 44: ...le cFlexible drain hose with flexible with detachable swivel elbow dFascia panel with controls eDetergent dispenser drawer fSpacer bars gMachine door hAccess to drain filter and drain pump iAccess to the emergency door release and drainage jFour height adjustable feet Installation and connection 44 ...

Page 45: ...Rear view aElectricity supply cable bTransit bar covers cInlet hose tested to withstand pressure of at least 7 000 kPa dDrain hose Installation and connection 45 ...

Page 46: ...bles first If possible install the machine in a corner as this is usually the most stable part of the floor If the machine is installed on a raised plinth it has to be secured against slippage during spinning using retaining clips available from the Miele Spare Parts Dept Installing the washing machine To manoeuvre the machine out of its packing case to its installation site hold it by the edge of...

Page 47: ... Using the spanner supplied turn the left hand transit bar 90 then withdraw the transit bar Turn the right hand transit bar 90 then withdraw the transit bar Installation and connection 47 ...

Page 48: ...s Then plug the holes as shown with the caps The washing machine must not be moved without the transit bars in place Store them in a safe place for future use They must be re fitted if the machine is to be moved again e g when moving house Re fitting the transit bars Re fitting is carried out by reversing the procedure Installation and connection 48 ...

Page 49: ... machine is standing level Hold foot 1 securely with a pipe wrench Turn counter nut 2 again using the spanner supplied until it sits firmly up against the housing All four counternuts must sit firmly up against the housing Please also check this for the feet which did not need adjustment Otherwise there is the danger of the machine moving about Washer dryer stack A Miele tumble dryer can be stacke...

Page 50: ...ed to protect the floor from damage when the machine is pushed into position or taken out for servicing Connections for electricity water and drainage should be installed in such a way that they remain accessible when the machine is in place With niche heights of Niche height mm Accessory 820 None required from 830 840 Fit longer screw feet Set to approx 40 mm from 870 885 Use one raising kit from...

Page 51: ...s an optional accessory This can be used to add spacer bars from below up to a maximum of 25 mm After fitting the bars cut or pinch off any excess length from the screws Removing the spacer bars All the spacer bars can be removed if the upper edge of the front panel needs to be flush with the upper edge of the machine front directly underneath the fascia panel See Fitting a front panel made by ano...

Page 52: ...ails on preparing and drilling the fixing holes Front panel dimensions Width 592 596 mm Thickness 17 to 19 mm corresponding to the thickness of the adjacent unit door front panels Height The height of the door front panel corresponds to the door height H of the adjacent units Fitting the front panel Open the door Hold the front panel in the correct position in front of the machine door Screw the f...

Page 53: ...ge holes and the four smaller holes as shown in the diagram For left hand hinging only front panel shown decor side face down upper edge at the bottom if width b increases measurement a must also be increased b 592 mm N a 21 5 mm b 593 mm N a 22 0 mm b 594 mm N a 22 5 mm b 595 mm N a 23 0 mm b 596 mm N a 23 5 mm The height H of the door front panel corresponds to the door height of the adjacent un...

Page 54: ...ge holes C 35 mm 15 5 mm deep in the back of the front panel DNext drill the four smaller holes C 7 mm 10 mm deep in the back of the front panel EShorten the front panel from the bottom to height H Preparing the fixing points FHold the pre drilled front panel in the correct position in front of the machine door GMark the fixing points on the back of the front panel through the holes in the machine...

Page 55: ...s 8 mm Height H The plinth facing height must be calculated after aligning the height of the machine with the screw feet or after fitting the raising kit s Installation Calculate height H from the floor up into the groove on the underside of the washing machine Cut the plinth facing to size Slide it into the groove Useful tip If the machine is fitted on a raising kit you can use double sided adhes...

Page 56: ... housing Sump Any leaking water is collected in a sump in the base of the machine A float switches off the safety valves preventing any more water flowing into the machine and water in the suds container is pumped away Overflow protection This prevents the washing machine taking in too much water If the water level exceeds a certain level the drain pump switches in and pumps the excess water away ...

Page 57: ...r The connection point is subject to mains water pressure Turn on the stopcock slowly and check for leaks Correct the position of the washer and union if appropriate The washing machine is not suitable for connection to a hot water supply and connection to a household water softener is not recommended Maintenance and care Only use a genuine Miele hose should you ever need a replacement or extensio...

Page 58: ... the Miele Spare Parts Department or your Miele Dealer Drain hose connection 1 Direct into a sink or basin Please note the following Hook the hose over the edge and secure Make sure that the water can drain away freely without hindrance Otherwise there is a risk of water overflowing or of some of the drained water being sucked back into the machine 2 Connected securely to a plastic drain pipe with...

Page 59: ...stall a suitable residual current device RCD Contact a qualified electrician for advice 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 used until a suitable replacement is obtaine...

Page 60: ...min Automatic 40 C 3 0 kg 0 35 0 50 40 55 1 h 18 min Shirts 60 C 1 5 kg 0 90 52 1 h 02 min 1 h 12 min Denim 40 C 2 0 kg 0 50 52 50 min 1 h 00 min Outerwear 40 C 2 0 kg 0 45 59 53 min 1 h 03 min Dark garments 40 C 3 0 kg 0 60 60 1 h 05 min 1 h 15 min Notes for test institutes 1 EN 60456 test programme 2 Short programme for test institutes the Short extra option must be selected Consumption data can...

Page 61: ...Connected load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate plug Consumption data see Consumption data Water flow pressure minimum 100 kPa 1 bar Water flow pressure maximum 1000 kPa 10 bar Inlet hose length 1 60 m Drain hose length 1 50 m Connection cable length 1 60 m Drain pump head max 1 00 m Drain pump length max 5 00 m Test certificates awarded see data plate Technical data 61 ...

Page 62: ...rogrammable functions for changing default settings The programmable functions are used to alter the machine s electronics to suit changing requirements Programmable functions can be altered at any time ...

Page 63: ...op button to confirm your selection To alter a programmable function You can see the different options available for a programmable function by turning the programme selector The option which is currently set will have a tick L beside it FTurn the programme selector until the option you want appears in the display GPress the Start Stop button to activate this option To come out of programmable fun...

Page 64: ... for garments with a single bar under the care label and for articles which feel too hard after they have been dried Gentle action can be activated for the Cottons and the Minimum iron programmes The washing machine is delivered with the Gentle action setting deactivated Suds cooling When this is activated additional water flows into the drum at the end of the main wash to cool the suds down Hot s...

Page 65: ...cess until all three numbers have been entered 1 2 5 Press the Start Stop button The following will appear in the display Code activated Once the machine is switched off it can only be used again if the code is entered To use the washing machine when the code is activated When the machine is switched on again the display will request the code Enter code 125 as described above and confirm the entry...

Page 66: ...sounds at maximum volume Loud at the end of a programme or when Rinse hold is reached Keypad tone An audible tone sounds each time a button is pressed The machine is delivered with the keypad tone deactivated Brightness There are ten different display brightness settings The bar chart shows you the setting The machine is delivered with the display brightness on setting 5 This will change as soon a...

Page 67: ...ivered with this option selected The standby function is switched off The display will remain visible during a programme Memory The washing machine will store the most recently selected settings programme temperature spin speed and any extra options in memory once the programme has started These settings will appear in the display the next time the machine is switched on The machine is delivered w...

Page 68: ... contact details CareCollection Miele specialist detergents Outdoor wear This specialist detergent will clean your water repellent outerwear with care Sportswear The Miele Sportswear detergent is designed to clean sportswear whilst taking care of the special microfibres used in these garments It will help to neutralise and remove odours whilst protecting the colour of the fabric and preventing sta...

Page 69: ...s effective stain removal even at low temperatures while helping to prevent colours fading Liquid detergent For Delicates This liquid detergent is ideal for the gentle treatment of delicate fabrics such as wool and silk Its special formulation cleans effectively at temperatures as low as 20 C while protecting the colour of your delicate garments Fabric conditioner The Miele fabric conditioner will...

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