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Operating instructions
for condenser tumble dryer
T 8685 C

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. 06 731 760

Summary of Contents for T 8685 C

Page 1: ...structions for condenser tumble dryer T 8685 C 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 G M Nr 06 731 760 ...

Page 2: ...g centre and ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal It should be unplugged or disconnected from the mains electricity supply by a competent person The plug must be rendered useless and the cable cut off directly behind it to prevent misuse See the Warning and Safety section of this booklet for further details Energy saving tips To avoid unnecessarily long dry...

Page 3: ...ndry care 14 Care symbols 14 Tips on drying 14 How to dry correctly 15 Brief instructions 15 Favourite programmes 18 Selecting changing a favourite 18 Saving a favourite programme 20 Extra options 21 Short 21 Low temperature 21 Timer 22 Programme chart 23 Changing the programme sequence 28 Changing a programme while it is running 28 Cancelling a programme 28 Interrupting a programme 28 Adding or r...

Page 4: ...ay 37 Other problems 39 Changing the lamp 42 After Sales service 43 Future updates PC 43 Appliance guarantee 43 Optional accessories 43 Installation 44 Front view 44 Rear view 45 Installation site 45 Transporting the machine to its installation site 45 Building under a continous worktop in a kitchen run 45 Levelling the machine 46 Room in which the dryer is located 46 Washer dryer stack 46 Before ...

Page 5: ...on data 51 Technical data 52 Settings menu J 54 Language J 54 Time of day 55 Drying levels 56 Extended cool down 56 Airways indicator 57 Anti crease action 57 Code 57 Buzzer 59 Keypad tones 59 Display contrast 59 Standby 60 Mieleqhome 61 Remote access 63 Contents 5 ...

Page 6: ...rom improper use or operation Technical safety Before setting up the machine check it for any externally visible damage Do not install or use a damaged machine Before connecting the machine ensure that the connection data on the data plate match the mains electricity supply If in any doubt consult a qualified electrician The electrical safety of this machine can only be guaranteed when continuity ...

Page 7: ...by genuine Miele original spare parts Only when these parts are fitted can the safety 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 countries where there are areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin pay particular attention to keeping the mac...

Page 8: ...rring when the machine is used The dryer must not be used without the condenser unit in place Do not install the machine in a room where there is a risk of frost occurring At temperatures around freezing point the machine may not be able to operate properly There is a risk of damage if the condensed water is allowed to freeze in the pump hoses and or condensed water container The ambient room temp...

Page 9: ...the machine to tip up Always close the door after use This way you will avoid the danger of children climbing onto or into the dryer or hiding things in it pets or other small animals climbing into it Safety with children This machine is not a toy To avoid the risk of injury keep children away from the machine at all times and supervise them whilst you are using it Do not allow children to play on...

Page 10: ...ce 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 eMulti function selector This is used to select menu options by turning it and to confirm your selection by pressing it f On Off button s To switch the dryer on or off g Door button a Pressing this button will open the door even when the machine is switched ...

Page 11: ... of the four favourite programmes shown on the left of the display You can customise the favourite programmes to suit your own requirements The short cut buttons have different functions in the other menus Where this is the case an arrow H will appear in the display above the short cut button together with a description of its function Programme selection There are two ways of selecting a programm...

Page 12: ... the multi function selector to highlight either the Drying level or the Programme Pressing the multi function selector selects the highlighted option and opens the relevant sub menu The sub menus Extras Timer and Save can be opened by pressing the short cut button directly below them You return to the entry menu by pressing short cut button 4 below the word Back Alternatively you can also highlig...

Page 13: ...ble to change the language at any time via the Settings menu Settings eština Language F dansk deutsch english H Use the multi function selector to select the language you want and confirm your selection The display will now appear in the language you have selected The display for setting the time of day will then appear Setting the time of day 9 00 Please set the time of day Turn the multi functio...

Page 14: ... 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 depending on their quality Do not over dry these tex...

Page 15: ...n 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 On Off button s 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 a button to open the door Load the laundry loosely into the drum Do not overload the drum See the ...

Page 16: ... Estimated time remaining Once drying is in progress you can press short cut Button 2 Timer to call up the current time of day and the estimated end time of the programme Button 3 Save to save the current programme as a favourite Button 4 Cancel to cancel the current programme Programme duration Estimated time remaining When a programme is selected the estimated drying time will appear in the disp...

Page 17: ...ry default setting the drum will continue to rotate at intervals to prevent laundry creasing if you do not wish to remove it immediately The anti crease phase lasts for 1 hour Press the a button to open the door Remove the laundry Check that all items have been removed from the drum If items are left in the dryer they could be damaged by overdrying when the dryer is next used If the dryer is switc...

Page 18: ...n 1 52 h Extras H Timer Y H Save H Back A H Turn the multi function selector to highlight either the Programme or the Drying level Confirm your selection of the part you want to change by pressing the multi function selector once Depending on the option highlighted the following will be displayed Programme selection Programme selection Back A Cottons Minimum iron Delicates H Use the multi function...

Page 19: ...vailable when using other programmes Warm air Cool air and Timed drying hygiene programmes Warm air 0 30 h 9 00 Finish 9 30 Duration Warm air 0 30 h Use the multi function selector to select the duration you want and confirm your selection The end time of the programme Finish will alter accordingly A duration of 15 minutes to 2 hours can be selected for the Warm air and Cool air programmes A durat...

Page 20: ...ration 1 59 h Extras H Timer Y H Save H Back A H Press short cut button 3 Save Selecting a short cut button Cottons Normal Previous Cottons Normal Extras Save to 1 2 3 4 Back A Use the multi function selector to select the number you want to save the programme to and confirm your selection Your settings have now been saved and the favourite programme and will appear in the Entry menu Repeat the pr...

Page 21: ...ck L can be de selected by highlighting it and then confirming your selection Short For drying fabrics which can withstand higher temperatures Do not use on minimum iron or delicate fabrics The programme duration is shorter Low temperature Delicate fabrics are dried at a lower temperature For all delicate or minimum iron fabrics with the r symbol on the care label e g acrylic garments The programm...

Page 22: ...election The programme end time will be adjusted to the next full or half hour Once the end time has been entered the start time of the programme will also appear To start the timer Press the Start button The timer will count down in minutes until the start of the programme If the time until the programme start is more than one hour the drum will turn briefly every hour to prevent creasing While t...

Page 23: ...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 Short Low temperature select this option for delicate fabrics with the r symbol on the care label Minimum iron Max load 3 kg Normal Normal Hand iron r Fabric type Minimum iron items made of cotton synthetic or blended fabrics e g shirts blouses ski...

Page 24: ...at room temperature Extra option Low temperature Low temperature cannot be deselected Automatic Max load 3 5 kg Normal Normal Hand iron r Fabric type Mixed load of cotton and minimum iron fabrics Shirts Max load 2 kg Normal Hand iron r Garment Shirts and blouses Extra option Low temperature Low temperature cannot be deselected Smoothing Max load 3 kg Fabric type Cotton and linen fabrics Minimum ir...

Page 25: ...as been worn but it still clean select a duration of between 1 2 and 1 hour Items must be suitable for drying in a tumble dryer Dampen the garments a little beforehand or add a fabric conditioner sheet The Warm air programme will not be as effective at removing odours from any parts of the garments which are made of synthetic fibres Extra option Low temperature select this option for delicate fabr...

Page 26: ... iron r Garment Outerwear which is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer Proofing Normal drying level Max load 2 kg Item For drying microfibre fabrics ski wear fine closeweave cotton garments poplin or tablecloths which are suitable for drying in a tumble dryer and have been treated to provide a water and dirt resistant finish Notes This programme includes a proofing fixing phase Only use proofing...

Page 27: ...emperatures and which have the q symbol on the care label Minimum iron hygiene Normal drying level Max load 3 kg Fabric type Minimum iron items made of synthetic or blended fabrics e g skirts shirts and blouses Note Only for drying fabrics which can withstand higher temperatures and which have the q symbol on the care label Timed drying hygiene Max load depending on fabric type Fabric type 6 kg of...

Page 28: ...tch the tumble dryer on again by pressing the s button Select a different programme Interrupting a programme Switch the tumble dryer off by pressing the s button To continue drying Switch the tumble dryer on again by pressing the s button 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 a button Op...

Page 29: ...e programme has begun press and hold the Start button until the following appears in the display X System locked Now no more alterations can be made to the programme Programme locking is deactivated automatically at the end of the programme or by pressing button a To deactivate programme locking Press and hold the Start button until the following appears in the display W Ready Electronic programme...

Page 30: ...the right hand side Hold the container 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 To remove the message from the display switch the dryer off and then on again Condensed water should not be consumed It could lead to health proble...

Page 31: ...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 your...

Page 32: ...e same on the other side Rinse all the filters under hot running water Then shake the filters until no more water droplets are visible Dry the filters thoroughly with care Clean the area underneath these filters e g with a vacuum cleaner Do not replace them if they are damp or wet Damp or wet filters could cause operational faults Push the large filter back into the door holder until it clicks int...

Page 33: ...eaner following the manufacturer s instructions Do not use solvents abrasive cleaners glass cleaners or all purpose cleaners These could damage plastic sufaces and other parts The machine must never be hosed down Dry all parts with a soft cloth A microfibre E Cloth is available from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel glass plastic an...

Page 34: ...airways message appears 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 Tilt the cover forward...

Page 35: ...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 35 ...

Page 36: ...t 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 h...

Page 37: ...tivated Press and hold the Start button until Ready appears in the display l Adjust the load The drum is empty or the laundry is too dry the programme is cancelled the buzzer sounds This is not a fault The electronic unit has recognised that there is no laundry in the drum and cancelled the programme Drying individual garments or items which are already dry can also cause the programme to be cance...

Page 38: ...f and then back on again You can adjust the setting which controls when or if the message Clean out airways appears See Settings menu J Airways indicator Technical fault the programme is cancelled the buzzer sounds No obvious cause In some circumstances Clean out airways has already been displayed Clean the filters and the condenser unit To delete the fault message Switch the dryer off and then ba...

Page 39: ...y The laundry has not been spun sufficiently Make sure that your laundry is thoroughly spun at the appropriate spin speed The tumble dryer has been overloaded Do not exceed the maximum load for the programme selected Metallic components e g zips have prevented the dryer from registering the correct moisture level in the laundry Open zips next time If the problem occurs again dry garments with long...

Page 40: ...er drying Synthetic fibres tend to attract static charge Static charge can be reduced by adding a fabric conditioner to the final rinse in the washing programme or a fabric conditioner sheet to the load when drying There is a build up of fluff Fluff is principally the result of friction when garments are being worn and washed Machine drying hardly causes any fluff to form and has been established ...

Page 41: ... language has been selected Set the language you want The flag symbol J will guide you See Language J at the end of this booklet The Start button flashes when a programme is being selected This is not a fault The flashing indicates that a programme can be started After the programme has started the flashing will change to a constant light The display is dark The ring around the multi function sele...

Page 42: ...st 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 in...

Page 43: ... 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 machine s programme data Appliance guarantee Please see the guarantee card supplied with your machine Optional accessories Optional accessories for this dryer are availabl...

Page 44: ...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 44 ...

Page 45: ...er kit with a coverplate to replace the machine lid is required It must be fitted by a suitably qualified person to ensure electrical safety N B If you wish to push your machine 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 inst...

Page 46: ...e 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 machine again e g w...

Page 47: ...ent the risk of back flow See Installation 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 ...

Page 48: ... If the on site water drainage system is not fitted with 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 tumb...

Page 49: ...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 50: ...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 51: ...e 2 0 1000 0 15 4 Silks handcare 1 0 400 0 15 5 Smoothing 3 0 1000 0 30 8 Sportswear Normal 2 0 600 1 45 65 Outerwear Normal 2 0 800 1 95 105 Proofing 2 0 800 1 55 72 Cottons hygiene 6 0 1000 3 70 118 Minimum iron hygiene 3 0 1200 1 45 58 Large pillows 1 2 1200 2 75 198 Weight of dry laundry EN 61121 2000 test programme EN 61121 2005 test programme All data without a star against it was calculated...

Page 52: ...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 Radio TV suppression VDE Te...

Page 53: ...Settings menu J for changing default settings The Settings menu is used to alter the dryer s electronics to suit different requirements Settings can be altered at any time 53 ...

Page 54: ... you do not make a selection in the sub menu within approx 15 seconds the display will revert to the main menu To close the Settings menu Settings Back A Language F Time of day Drying levels H Select Back and confirm your selection The display will revert to the entry menu Language J The display can be set to appear in one of several different languages A tick L will appear beside the language to ...

Page 55: ...e set the time of day Use the multi function selector to select the hour and confirm your selection Now set the minutes Pressing the multi function selector again saves the time of day in memory The time of day can be changed at any time later on by 1 Cottons Programme selection 2 Minimum iron Settings F 3 Delicates 4 Woollens handcare 9 00 Highlighting the time of day in the Entry menu and confir...

Page 56: ...ng down phase which takes place before the end of a programme can be lengthened if required This makes the garments easier to handle The bar chart shows you the setting Factory default 0 mins normal cooling down period You can select an extended cool down time in 2 minute increments up to a maximum of 18 minutes You cannot extend the cooling down time for the Warm air Cool air Timed drying hygiene...

Page 57: ...l build up of fluff A tick L will appear beside the option to show that it has been set Anti crease action The drum will continue to rotate at intervals for one hour to prevent laundry creasing if you do not wish to remove it immediately A tick L will appear beside the option to show that it has been set Factory default On The anti crease function cannot be used with the Woollens handcare programm...

Page 58: ...ss until all three numbers have been entered After the last number has been entered you must confirm the code with OK 2 5 0 Confirm code OK H Back A H Confirm the code then switch the dryer off To use the dryer when the code is activated When the machine is switched on again the display will request the code Enter code 250 as described above and confirm the entry The dryer is now unlocked and read...

Page 59: ...de the option to show that it has been set The machine is delivered with the option Normal set as stan dard Keypad tones An audible tone sounds when the Start button a short cut button or the multi function selector is pressed A tick will appear beside the option to show that it has been set The machine is delivered with the option Off set as standard Display contrast There are ten different displ...

Page 60: ...een switched on 10 minutes after the Start button has been pressed 10 minutes after the end of a programme Not in current programme Standby is activated if a programme is not selected 10 minutes after the machine has been switched on 10 minutes after the end of a programme Operating the multi function selector or one of the short cut buttons switches the display back on again A tick L will appear ...

Page 61: ...Miele home system Please read the separate operating instructions supplied with the Miele home system before you sign on the dryer Signing on Settings Back A Mieleqhome Sign on Select Sign on and confirm your selection The signing on process will begin If signing on is successful the following will appear after a while k Sign on successful When the dryer is in operation programme data will be tran...

Page 62: ...ill be synchronised automatically with the Miele home system time of day This is useful for example when changing from summer time to winter time as you only have to change the time on the Miele home system You can turn this feature off if you want the time on your dryer to be different from the time on the Miele home system To do this select the Time of day sub menu from the Settings menu Setting...

Page 63: ...s option should only be selected if your computer mobile phone is configured for this Off the machine is delivered with this option selected as standard Remote access not active The entry menu will look like this when remote access is activated 1 Remote access Programme selection 2 Minimum iron Settings J 3 Woollens handcare 4 Smoothing 9 00 Short cut button 1 is automatically set up for Remote ac...

Page 64: ...ogramme on your dryer and then start it later on using your computer or mobile phone Cottons Normal Low temperature Remote start Off Duration 1 59 h Extras Timer Y Save Back A H H H H Select a programme Turn the multi function selector to Remote start and press it to confirm your selection Switch remote start on Press the Start button Cottons Normal Low temperature Waiting for remote start Extras ...

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