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Page 1: ...uctions for condenser tumble dryer T 8432 C To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time M Nr 07 049 020 en GB ...

Page 2: ...refore dispose of your appliance with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection recycling centre and ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal Energy saving tips To avoid unnecessarily long drying times and high consumption of energy Make sure that your laundry is thoroughly spun before drying The higher the spin the grea...

Page 3: ...amme sequence 20 Changing a programme while it is running 20 Cancelling a programme 20 Interrupting a programme 20 Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started 20 Electronic system lock 21 Cleaning and care 22 Emptying the condensed water container 22 Cleaning the fluff filters 23 Cleaning them whilst dry 23 Cleaning them with water 24 Cleaning the tumble dryer 24 Cleaning the condense...

Page 4: ...r is located 38 Washer dryer stack 38 Before moving the tumble dryer again e g when moving house 38 External condensed water outlet 39 Arranging the drain hose 39 External drainage via a sink or gully 40 Installation conditions requiring a non return valve 40 Electrical connection 42 Electrical connection U K 42 Consumption data 43 Technical data 44 Programmable functions 46 Altering the residual ...

Page 5: ...annot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation This tumble dryer is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience or knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning its use by a person responsible for their safety Safety with children Keep children away...

Page 6: ...fety standards of the machine be guaranteed If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger In the event of a fault or for cleaning purposes the tumble dryer is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn or it is switched off at the mains ...

Page 7: ...if the condensed water is allowed to freeze in the pump hoses and or condensed water container The ambient room temperature should be between 2 C and 35 C If the water is drained externally through the drain hose instead of being collected in the condensed water container make sure the drain hose is securely attached if you hang it in a sink or basin to avoid the hose slipping and the water causin...

Page 8: ...ch have not been thoroughly cleaned and which are still soiled with grease oil or other desposits such as cosmetics lotions etc If items have not been thoroughly cleaned there is a danger that these might ignite when heated even after they have been removed from the dryer at the end of the programme When washing such heavily soiled items ensure that you use sufficient detergent and select a high t...

Page 9: ...tarting the programme selected and cancelling a programme once it has started The indicator light flashes while a programme is being selected and then is on constantly when the programme has started Pressing this button while drying is in progress will cancel the programme hDelay start button You can delay the start of a programme by up to 24 hours The indicator light flashes while the delay start...

Page 10: ...during the course of a programme In the same way the Woollens hand care and Smoothing programmes can finish earlier than expected if a certain temperature is reached This can happen with particularly fine fabrics very small loads or if items were partly dry beforehand Buttons and check lights The relevant indicator light comes on each time a button is pressed PC Optical interface The indicator lig...

Page 11: ...e a tendency to shrink depending on the quality of the item They can be partially dried using the Smoothing programme Pure linen should only be machine dried if specified as suitable by the manufacturer on the care label as the surface of the fabric may otherwise become rough They can be partially dried using the Smoothing programme Loopknit garments e g T shirts and underwear tend to shrink depen...

Page 12: ...en hooks and eyes etc Tie fabric belts and apron strings Sew in or remove underwiring from bras B Turn on the tumble dryer Switch the dryer on by pressing the I On 0 Off button in The tumble dryer may be switched on after loading saving energy as the light will not come on C Load the tumble dryer Press the Door button to open the door Load the laundry loosely into the drum Do not overload the drum...

Page 13: ...indicator light for the drying level you want lights up Any of the drying levels can be selected for the Cottons programme A more limited range is available when using other programmes The duration of the programme selected will depend on the residual moisture of the laundry fabric type and the load size This may mean that the duration will be different each time Warm cool air timed drying program...

Page 14: ...ress the top extra option button until the Cool air indicator light comes on Select the buzzer if wished A buzzer sounds at intervals for a maximum of 1 hr to let you know the programme has finished The buzzer can be switched on or off even after a programme has started The buzzer will still sound if there is a fault even if it has been switched off You can alter the pitch of the buzzer Select a p...

Page 15: ...gramme There is a cooling down phase at the end of the drying sequence the Cool air indicator light will come on The programme will not finish until the cooling down phase has been completed There is no cooling down phase at the end of the Woollens handcare and Smoothing programmes F Remove the laundry when the programme has finished The Anti crease Finish indicator light will come on to indicate ...

Page 16: ... longer On some programmes Low temperature is a standard part of the programme and so cannot be deselected Short For drying fabrics which can withstand higher temperatures and fabrics with the q symbol on the care label Do not use on minimum iron or delicate fabrics The programme duration is shorter Cool air Select this option when you only want to air garments with cool air You need to press the ...

Page 17: ...Press the Start Stop button The delay start time will begin to count down and the Delay start indicator light will come on The delay start time counts down towards the start of the programme as follows more than 10 by the hour less than 10 in minutes The drum will turn briefly every hour to help prevent creasing While the delay start time is counting down you can still add laundry to the drum To d...

Page 18: ... Hand iron r Hand iron rr Machine iron Fabric type Cottons or linen fabrics e g table linen bed linen starched laundry Note To prevent laundry from drying out it should be rolled up until you are ready for ironing Extra options Low temperature select this option for delicate fabrics with the r symbol on the care label Short Anti crease Minimum iron Delicates Max load 3 kg Normal Normal Hand iron r...

Page 19: ...on and linen fabrics Minimum iron items made of mixed fibres cottons or synthetics e g trousers jackets shirts Notes Smooths out creasing caused during the spin cycle in the washing machine Fabrics are not completely dried in this programme Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and leave to finish drying at room temperature Extra options Low temperature Low temperature cannot be de...

Page 20: ... press the Start Stop button again during the cooling down phase Switch the dryer off and then on again You can now select a different programme Interrupting a programme Switch the dryer off To continue drying Switch the dryer on The programme will continue as long as the cooling down phase has not been reached Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started Press the Door button Open the...

Page 21: ...then press the Low temperature Short Cool air button three times D Then release the Anti crease and Drying level buttons The Locked indicator light will flash The electronics have now been locked E Switch the dryer off with the I On 0 Off button To deactivate the lock Before you begin first ensure that The tumble dryer is switched off The door is closed A Press the Anti crease and Drying level but...

Page 22: ...s as shown pull it out slightly towards the right hand side Hold it at the front and towards the back and keep it in a horizontal position when carrying it Open the shutter and empty out the water To replace the container hold it at a slight angle as when removing it and push it in gently until you feel it click into position Condensed water should not be consumed It could lead to health problems ...

Page 23: ...of the filter Remove any fluff from the hollow part of the door opening You could also use a cleaning brush which is available as an optional extra from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department or use a vacuum cleaner Also clean the door seal 2 with a damp cloth Once clean push the filter back into the door holder until it clicks into position Ensure it is facing the correct way Use y...

Page 24: ...lters back in the door opening the left and right filters are identical with the finger holders facing upwards See illustration Cleaning the tumble dryer Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply Clean the housing and control panel with a slightly damp cloth and a mild detergent or soapy water The drum and other stainless steel parts can be cleaned with a suitable proprietary stainl...

Page 25: ...dicator light comes on If the dryer is used frequently then check the condenser unit after approx 100 drying cycles Clean it if necessary Removing the condenser unit Open the service panel Hold the panel securely when doing this Now remove the panel by pulling it diagonally upwards and place it to one side Turn the lever on the inner cover downwards to the vertical position Pull the cover forwards...

Page 26: ...the illustration above indicate where to look If you cannot see any fluff Replace the condenser unit see following page If you can see some fluff Clean the condenser unit as described below Cleaning the condenser unit When rinsing the condenser unit make sure you position it as shown in the next two illustrations Use a shower head or similar to rinse the unit out as shown Cleaning and care 26 ...

Page 27: ...it back into position in its housing Turn the lever down to the horizontal position making sure that the hook on the lever clicks into the groove When replacing the inner cover after cleaning ensure that the rubber seal fits correctly into the groove Replace the inner cover making sure the hooks locate correctly Hold it at an angle and push it gently downwards Then turn the lever upwards into the ...

Page 28: ...d liable for unauthorised work General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The tumble dryer fails to start when switched on No obvious cause Have you followed the switch on procedure correctly see How to dry correctly Is the plug correctly inserted in the socket and switched on Is the door closed properly Has the fuse or circuit breaker tripped Items made of synthetic fibres are charged with st...

Page 29: ...collected by the fluff filters and can be easily removed see Cleaning and care The laundry is not sufficiently dry The load consisted of different fabrics Finish drying using Warm air timed drying Select a more suitable drying programme next time see Programme chart The interior drum lighting does not come on The lighting switches off automatically to save energy Switch the dryer off and then on a...

Page 30: ... filters are clogged up with fluff or were still wet when they were replaced Remove any fluff The fluff filters must be completely dry Detergent residues hair and fine fibres can block up the condenser unit Check the condenser unit from time to time and clean it if necessary see Cleaning and care The laundry has not been spun sufficiently Make sure that your laundry is thoroughly spun at the appro...

Page 31: ...t been locked properly and or the condenser unit has not been positioned correctly Fluff has collected in the condenser unit housing Ensure that the condenser unit is positioned correctly and lock the inner cover Check the rubber seals Use a cloth to remove any visible fluff from the inside of the condenser unit housing Problem solving guide 31 ...

Page 32: ...ed on The Airways indicator light can be deactivated see Programmable functions The programme stops The Airways indicator light comes on No obvious cause First of all check if the filters need to be cleaned The indicator light will go out when you open the door if the dryer is switched on Then start the programme again If the programme stops again and the indicator light flashes again there is a f...

Page 33: ...or Hand iron indicator light flashes The buzzer sounds No obvious cause Switch the dryer off and then on again Then start the programme again If the programme stops again and the indicator light flashes again there is a fault Contact the Miele Service Department The time remaining pauses Bars appear in the display This is not a fault The drying process is not yet complete The programme has taken l...

Page 34: ...rist in the direction of the arrow to open the cover The cover will open downwards The temperature resistant lamp should only be ordered from your Miele Dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department The lamp specification and maximum wattage is stated on the data plate and on the lamp cover Replace the lamp To close the cover push it upwards and press it on the left and right until you hear it click ...

Page 35: ... hand side below the drum aperture Future updates PC The indicator or check light marked PC on the fascia panel is the interface used by the Miele service technicians during service work for testing purposes and for updating the appliance s programme data Appliance guarantee Please see the guarantee card supplied with your appliance Optional accessories Optional accessories for this dryer are avai...

Page 36: ...ection cable bCondensed water container cControl panel dDoor eService panel for condenser unit fFour height adjustable screw feet gExternal drainage options e g via wash basin wash basin drain outlet or gully Installation 36 ...

Page 37: ...er kit with a coverplate to replace the appliance lid is required It must be fitted by a suitably qualified person to ensure electrical safety N B If you wish to push your appliance under a worktop and there is space to do this without removing the lid the building under kit is not necessary Otherwise the building under kit is essential The building under kit is supplied with its own installation ...

Page 38: ... dryer is located in a small room Otherwise running times and energy consumption could be increased Washer dryer stack The tumble dryer can also be combined with a Miele washing machine in a washer dryer stack The appropriate WTV stacking kit available to order to match your dryer is required Stacking kits must only be installed by a suitably qualified fitter Before moving the tumble dryer again e...

Page 39: ...on conditions requiring a non return valve The following optional accessories are available an extension hose a non return valve kit for connection to an external condensed water outlet includes an extension hose Maximum delivery head with non return valve fitted 1 00 m Arranging the drain hose Do not pull on the drain hose and do not stretch it or allow it to become kinked as it could get damaged...

Page 40: ...h a non return valve or an appropriate air gap one must be fitted to prevent the risk of back flow a non return valve kit is available as an optional accessory Otherwise water could leak out of the dryer and cause damage A non return valve is required If the tumble dryer is connected to a sink drain outlet see the following section If the tumble dryer is to be connected to a drainage system alread...

Page 41: ...ose 4 to adapter 1 Use a screwdriver to tighten hose clip 3 up close to the nut The non return valve 5 must only be fitted in an upright position or at a slight angle see illustration If it is fitted in a horizontal position it will not work correctly Fit the non return valve 5 to the drain hose of the dryer 6 make sure it is in the correct position see illustration Secure the non return valve usi...

Page 42: ...dual current device RCD with a trip current of 30 mA in accordance with DIN VDE 0664 VDE 0100 Section 739 Do not connect via an extension lead Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating Non rewireable plugs BS 1363 The fuse cover must be refitted when changing the fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a suitable repl...

Page 43: ...rts Normal 2 0 600 1 15 41 Denim Normal 3 0 900 2 00 96 Woollens handcare 2 0 1000 0 15 4 Smoothing 3 0 1000 0 30 8 Weight of dry laundry EN 61121 2005 test programme All data without a star against it was calculated using EN 61121 2005 Before testing in accordance with EN 61121 dry a 3 kg load of cotton laundry with 70 residual moisture as per the above standard using the Cottons Normal programme...

Page 44: ...imum capacity 6 kg dry weight Capacity of condensed water container approx 3 5 litres Drain hose length 1 5 m Maximum delivery head 1 5 m Maximum drain hose length 4 m Length of connection cable 2 m Voltage see data plate Connected load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate plug Lamp wattage see data plate Energy consumption see Consumption data Test certificates awarded see data plate Technic...

Page 45: ...ammable functions for changing default settings The programmable functions are used to alter the tumble dryer s electronics to suit changing requirements Programmable functions can be altered at any time 45 ...

Page 46: ...Stop button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B C BPress the I On 0 Off button in Wait until the indicator light for the Start Stop button lights up constantly C and then release the Start Stop button The Buzzer indicator light will briefly flash on and off twice P and 0 default setting will flash alternately in the display The number which appears alternately in the display with P ...

Page 47: ...p button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B C BPress the I On 0 Off button in Wait until the indicator light for the Start Stop button lights up constantly C and then release the Start Stop button DPress the Buzzer button once The Buzzer indicator light will briefly flash on and off three times P and 0 default setting will flash alternately in the display The number which appears a...

Page 48: ...ing out steps B C BPress the I On 0 Off button in Wait until the indicator light for the Start Stop button lights up constantly C and then release the Start Stop button DPress the Buzzer button twice The Buzzer indicator light will briefly flash on and off six times P and i default setting will flash alternately in the display The number which appears alternately in the display with P means i Memo...

Page 49: ...B C BPress the I On 0 Off button in Wait until the indicator light for the Start Stop button lights up constantly C and then release the Start Stop button DPress the Buzzer button three times The Buzzer indicator light will briefly flash on and off seven times P and 0 default settting will flash alternately in the display The number which appears alternately in the display with P means 0 The cooli...

Page 50: ...hen release the Start Stop button DPress the Buzzer button four times The Buzzer indicator light will flash on and off slowly once P and 2 default setting will flash alternately in the display The number which appears alternately in the display with P means 0 the Airways indicator light is deactivated I the Airways indicator light will come on when there is a heavy build up of fluff The Drying ind...

Page 51: ...s up constantly C and then release the Start Stop button DPress the Buzzer button five times The Buzzer indicator light will flash on and off slowly once and will then flash on and off quickly once P and 0 default setting will flash alternately in the display The number which appears alternately in the display with P means 0 Key pad tone is deactivated Default setting i Key pad tone is activated t...

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