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Operating instructions

for heat pump tumble dryer
T 8861 WP Edition 111

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. 09 402 480

en - AU, NZ

Summary of Contents for T 8861 WP Edition 111

Page 1: ...for heat pump tumble dryer T 8861 WP Edition 111 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 09 402 480 en AU NZ ...

Page 2: ... recycling centre or contact your Chartered Agent for advice Ensure that your old appliance 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 greater the savings that can be made in energy and time during drying...

Page 3: ...rogramme chart 22 Changing the programme sequence 25 Once a programme has started 25 Cancelling the programme and then selecting a different programme 25 Cancelling the programme and then removing the laundry 25 Changing Delay start 25 Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started 25 Time remaining 25 Cleaning and care 26 Emptying the condensed water container 26 Adhering to cleaning in...

Page 4: ...n unsatisfactory drying result 35 Other problems 36 Cleaning the cooling fins Grille at bottom right 38 Changing the lamp 39 After Sales service 40 Future updates PC 40 Optional accessories 40 Installation and connection 41 Front view 41 Rear view 42 Transporting the dryer 42 Installation site 43 Building under a continuous worktop in a row of kitchen units 43 Levelling the machine 44 Washer dryer...

Page 5: ...53 Extending the drying level for the Minimum iron programme 54 Altering the Anti crease function 55 Altering the volume of the buzzer 56 Extending the drying level for the Automatic plus programme 57 Setting Standby 58 Memory function 60 Keypad tone 61 Adjusting the dryer s electronics for very soft water 62 Extending the drying level range 63 Contents 5 ...

Page 6: ... similar environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms bed breakfasts and other typical living quarters This does not include common shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels motels or bed breakfasts This tumble dryer must only be used to dry items which have been washed in a water solution and which are marked on the manufacturer s care label as being suitable for tumble drying Dr...

Page 7: ...eir safety This tumble dryer must not be installed and operated in mobile installations e g on a ship Safety with children Keep children away from the tumble dryer at all times It is not a toy To avoid the risk of injury do not allow them to play on or near it or to play with its controls Supervise children whilst you are using it Older children may only use it if its operation has been clearly ex...

Page 8: ...nces of an inadequate earthing system e g electric shock The heat pump technology in the tumble dryer uses a refrigerant which is condensed by a compressor It is led in a closed circuit through the heat exchanger unit where heat exchange with the circulating drying air takes place It is normal for humming noises caused by the heat pump technology to be heard during the drying process This does not...

Page 9: ...rom 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 or the mains fuse is withdrawn Do not make any alterations to the tumble dryer unless authorised to do so by Miele In areas which may be subject to infestation by ...

Page 10: ... 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 Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil acetone petrol kerosene spot removers turpentine waxes wax removers and other chemic...

Page 11: ...able or cooking oil or hair care products be placed in a tumble dryer they should first be washed in hot water with extra detergent this will reduce but not eliminate the hazard To prevent the risk of fire the following textiles or products must not be dried in this tumble dryer Items which have been dry cleaned for example with a chemical treatment Fabrics which contain a large proportion of rubb...

Page 12: ... of the drying programme If this was done remove and spread out all items quickly so that the heat is dissipated Risk of fire This tumble dryer must not be connected to a timer switch or safety switch adapter If the drying programme is interrupted there is the risk of laundry catching fire Fabric conditioner and similar products must be used according to the instructions on the manufacturer s pack...

Page 13: ... wet filters could cause operational faults Do not install the tumble dryer in a room where there is a risk of frost occurring At temperatures around freezing point the tumble dryer may not be able to operate properly There is a risk of damage if the condensed water is allowed to freeze in the pump and in the drain hose If the water is drained externally through the drain hose instead of being col...

Page 14: ...danger of children climbing onto or into the dryer or hiding things in it pets or other small animals climbing into it The tumble dryer must not be hosed down Accessories Only use genuine Miele spare parts and accessories with this tumble dryer If non Miele parts are used warranty performance and product liability claims may be invalidated Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non compl...

Page 15: ...he programme fPerfect Dry indicator light For all drying levels See the next page gFault Check lights See Problem solving guide and After Sales service hStart Stop button For starting the programme selected and cancelling a programme once it has started The button flashes when a programme is selected and then is on constantly when the programme has started iProgramme selector The programme selecto...

Page 16: ...Perfect Dry indicator light will remain on until the end of the programme The Perfect Dry indicator light remains dark during the following time controlled programmes Woollens Warm air Gentle smoothing Estimated time remaining The expected time will automatically be displayed Estimated time remaining The following factors all affect the estimated time remaining residual moisture content after spin...

Page 17: ...rer on the care label Loopknit garments e g T shirts underwear have a tendency to shrink after the first wash Therefore To avoid further shrinking do not overdry these fabrics When buying loopknit garments it is advisable to take their shrinkage properties into account Creasing in minimum iron fabrics increases with the size of the load This applies in particular to very sensitive fabrics e g shir...

Page 18: ...om being rolled up inside them Fasten zips hooks and eyes etc Tie fabric belts and apron strings Sew in or remove underwiring from bras B Switch on the tumble dryer The tumble dryer may be switched on after loading saving energy as the light will not come on Switch on the dryer by pressing the jk button C Load the tumble dryer Press the Door button to open the door Load the laundry loosely into th...

Page 19: ...n extend the range of drying levels for some of the programmes see Programmable functions Woollens Gentle smoothing Proofing programmes These programmes cannot be changed Selecting Warm air duration The indicator light for the Delay start button will flash when this programme is selected Press the Delay start button until the required time appears in the display You can select a duration of 20 min...

Page 20: ...otate for 2 hours at intervals if the garments are not im mediately removed This reduces creasing There is no anti crease with Woollens The dryer has a standby mode After a programme has finished the display will switch off and the Start Stop button light will flash slowly Also see Programmable functions Press the Door button Open the door Remove the laundry Check that all items have been removed ...

Page 21: ...sh The selection can be made in steps of 30 minutes up to i0 and afterwards in one hour steps If you keep the Delay start button pressed in the time will continue to increase up to 24 To begin Delay start Press the Start Stop button The Delay start indicator light will light up constantly Delay start counts down in one hour steps to i0 and afterwards in minute steps until the programme starts The ...

Page 22: ... have a tendency to shrink Hand iron Machine iron Fabric type Cotton and linen fabrics For example table linen bed linen starched laundry Note To prevent laundry from drying out it should be rolled up until you are ready for ironing Minimum iron Max load 3 5 kg Normal Hand iron Fabric type Minimum iron items made of cotton synthetic or mixed fibres For example dresses trousers skirts or table clot...

Page 23: ...roofing Only use proofing agents which are stated by the manufacturer as being suitable for use on membrane textiles as these contain fluorochemical compounds Do not dry items which have been treated with proofing agents containing paraffin Fire hazard Express Max load 3 5 kg Extra dry Normal Hand iron Machine iron Fabric type Tougher fabrics for the Cottons programme Note Reduced programme durati...

Page 24: ...u are drying them to find the optimum time Tip You can use the Warm air programme to help remove odours from cotton clothing which has been worn but is 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...

Page 25: ...sh will appear in the display Switch off the tumble dryer by pressing the jk button Switch on the tumble dryer by pressing the jk button Select and start a new programme Cancelling the programme and then removing the laundry Refer to the following Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started Switch the dryer off after closing the door Changing Delay start See Delay start Adding or remo...

Page 26: ...o out when the door is opened and closed again Pull out the condensed water container Hold it at the front and towards the back and keep it in a horizontal position when carrying it Empty the condensed water container Slide the container back into the dryer Condensed water should not be consumed It could lead to health problems for people and animals Condensed water can be put to household use e g...

Page 27: ...nstructions The tumble dryer may experience an excessive build up of fluff which in turn could cause a fault When to clean the surfaces of the fluff filters Clean fluff filters after every programme The fluff which is created by the drying process is collected by the fluff filters in the door and the door opening See Surfaces of the fluff filters When to clean the fine filter Only clean the fine f...

Page 28: ...f the door as illustrated Remove any fluff from the hollow part of the door with a bottle brush or a vacuum cleaner Also clean the door seal 2 with a damp cloth Use your fingers or a vacuum cleaner to remove the fluff from the surface of the filter Use your fingers or a vacuum cleaner to remove the fluff from the two fluff filters in the door opening Push the filter back into the door holder until...

Page 29: ...ng by the dial as shown b Rinse all the filters under hot running water Carefully dry the fluff filters thoroughly Clean the area underneath these filters e g with a vacuum cleaner Refitting the filters The fluff filters must be dry before they are refitted Damp or wet filters could cause operational faults Push the filter back into the door holder until it clicks into position Ensure it is facing...

Page 30: ... the bottom left of the appliance Press the cover panel for the fine filter The panel will open Pull the fine filter out by the handle Pull the handle out of the fine filter Cleaning the fine filter Clean the fine filter thoroughly under running water Then squeeze the fine filter thoroughly The fine filter must not be replaced in the dryer dripping wet This could cause a fault to occur Remove any ...

Page 31: ...rty refer to the following Cleaning the heat exchanger unit compartment Danger of injury Do not touch the cooling fins as they are very sharp and may cut your fingers Risk of damage Carefully run the dusting brush of the vacuum cleaner across the cooling fins Otherwise the cooling fins or the braces in front of them may be damaged In case of visible soiling Carefully vacuum up any soiling using a ...

Page 32: ...condensed water system be sealed and the correct functioning of the tumble dryer be guaranteed Cleaning the tumble dryer Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply Clean the housing control panel and door seal 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 propietary stainless steel cleaner follow...

Page 33: ...es Problem Possible cause Remedy 0 lights up and the Gentle tumble indicator light is flashing The system lock is activated If you wish to use the tumble dryer the system lock needs to be deactivated see Electronic system lock 0 and Finish light up and the programme is cancelled The buzzer sounds This is not a fault In some programmes if the drum has been underloaded or there is no laundry in the ...

Page 34: ... on again The following flashes at the end of a programme œ C Cœ The programme has finished but the laundry is still cooling down You can remove the laundry and spread it out to allow the heat to dissipate or leave it in the dryer to cool down more The programme is cancelled The buzzer may sound and Cooling down or Finish is flashing There is no immediate cause Switch the dryer off and then on aga...

Page 35: ...ents Use sufficient laundry detergent Pillows Air pillows outside the tumble dryer Items made of synthetic fibres are charged with static electricity after drying Synthetic fibres tend to attract a static charge Static charge can be reduced by adding a fabric softener 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 Fluf...

Page 36: ... at the bottom right The cool air intake panel grille at bottom right is covered Remove the laundry basket or other objects The fluff filters and the fine filter were still wet when they were replaced The fluff filters and fine filter must be dry before being replaced The laundry has not been spun sufficiently Make sure that your laundry is thoroughly spun at the appropriate spin speed in the wash...

Page 37: ...rly Has the fuse or circuit breaker tripped If you cannot remedy the problem there is a fault Call Miele Power cut When power is restored to the tumble dryer after a power cut the programme will continue automatically The interior drum lighting is not switched on The lighting switches off automatically to save energy Switch the dryer off and then on again If the lamp needs to be replaced follow th...

Page 38: ...lift the opener to pry open see arrow the grille Now remove the grille by pulling it diagonally upwards Check whether the cooling fins are blocked Danger of injury Do not touch the cooling fins as they are very sharp and may cut your fingers To avoid damaging the cooling fins run the vacuum cleaner using dusting brush or crevice nozzle lightly across them without pressure Carefully vacuum up any d...

Page 39: ...ur wrist 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 Chartered Agent or from Miele The lamp specification and maximum wattage are 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 into pos...

Page 40: ...rum aperture Future updates PC The indicator or check light marked PC on the control panel is the interface used by the Miele service technicians during service work for testing purposes and for updating the machine s programme data Optional accessories Optional accessories for these dryers are available from your Miele Chartered Agent or from Miele Please note that telephone calls may be monitore...

Page 41: ...ery drying programme dDoor eFine filter cover panel do not open during drying programme fFour height adjustable screw feet gCool air intake panel do not block e g with wash basket hHose for external drainage of condensed water see External condensed water outlet Installation and connection 41 ...

Page 42: ... of its packing case to its installation site hold it by the front feet as well as by the edge of the lid where it protrudes to the rear of the washing machine Only transport the dryer as shown in the following illustrations If transporting the dryer at an angle only tip towards the left side If the tumble dryer has not been transported as described then it must be left to stand for at least 1 hou...

Page 43: ...ing ventilation gaps in the kitchen unit N B When built under drying times may be longer The dryer should not be installed next to a refrigeration appliance The warm air expelled from the rear of the dryer would increase the temperature around the refrigeration appliance s heat exchanger causing the compressor to run continuously If it is not possible to install the dryer anywhere else then the re...

Page 44: ...ng high piled carpets etc as this would prevent sufficient ventilation Before moving the tumble dryer again e g when moving houses After each use a small quantity of condensed water will collect in the area around the pump This water can run out if the tumble dryer is tipped up when it is being moved It is a good idea to run the Cool air programme for approximately 1 minute before moving it Any re...

Page 45: ...ons 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 There wil...

Page 46: ...ting of a non return valve available as an optional accessory A non return valve will prevent the risk of back flow out of the dryer which could 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 connected to a drainage system already in use by another appliance e g a dishwasher or washing machine Exa...

Page 47: ...to adapter 1 Use a screwdriver to tighten hose clip 3 up close to the nut Non return valve 5 has to be fitted with the arrow pointing in the direction of flow i e towards the sink Otherwise water will not drain out of the machine Fit non return valve 5 to the tumble dryer drain hose 6 making sure it is fitted in the correct direction see arrow on non return valve Secure the non return valve using ...

Page 48: ...e manufacturer its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard Important The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green yellow earth Blue neutral Brown live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire ...

Page 49: ...0 60 0 35 30 Proofing Normal 2 0 800 50 1 25 85 Denim Normal Gentle tumble 3 0 3 0 900 900 60 60 1 40 1 45 94 99 Express Normal 3 5 1000 60 1 10 75 Woollens 2 0 1000 50 0 20 20 Cottons hygiene Normal 3 5 1000 60 1 90 126 1 Weight of dry laundry 2 EN 61121 2005 test programme All data was calculated using EN 61121 2005 unless otherwise stated Note for test institutes When selecting the Cottons prog...

Page 50: ... Yes Suitable for stacking Yes Weight 61 kg Drum volume 111 l Maximum capacity 1 8 kg dry weight Capacity of condensed water container approx 4 2 l 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 Rated load Fuse rating See data plate Lamp wattage Test certificates awarded Energy consumption See Consumption data Technical data...

Page 51: ... factory so that is operates effectively for all requirements However you do have the ability to change the standard settings You can adapt the electronics of the tumble dryer to suit your personal needs The features Electronic system lock and Programmable functions are at your disposal but do not have to be utilised 51 ...

Page 52: ...e programme selector three positions stage by stage in a clockwise direction Each of the three programme indicator lights must come on one after the other D Now slowly turn the programme selector six positions stage by stage in an anti clockwise direction Each of the six programme indicator lights must come on one after the other The indicator light for the Gentle tumble button will flash and a ke...

Page 53: ... on Wait until the indicator light for the Start Stop button lights up constantly C and then release the Start Stop button The Gentle tumble indicator light will briefly flash once The option selected will be displayed by a number which will alternate with P 0 The drying level will be damper I Factory default setting the Automatic plus indicator light will also flash once 2 The drying level will b...

Page 54: ...cator light for the Start Stop button lights up constantly C and then release the Start Stop button DPress the Gentle tumble button once The Gentle tumble indicator light will briefly flash twice The option selected will be displayed by a number which will alternate with P 0 The drying level will be damper I Factory default setting the Automatic plus indicator light will also flash once 2 The dryi...

Page 55: ...t for the Start Stop button lights up constantly C and then release the Start Stop button DPress the Gentle tumble button twice The Gentle tumble indicator light will briefly flash three times The option selected will be displayed by a number which will alternate with P 0 Anti crease deactivated I 1 hour Anti crease the Automatic plus indicator light will also flash once 2 Factory default setting ...

Page 56: ...se the Start Stop button DPress the Gentle tumble button three times The Gentle tumble indicator light will briefly flash four times The option selected will be displayed by a number which will alternate with P 0 Factory default setting Normal buzzer I Loud buzzer The Automatic plus indicator light will also flash EPressing the Start Stop button switches from one number to the other FSwitch the dr...

Page 57: ...r light for the Start Stop button lights up constantly C and then release the Start Stop button DPress the Gentle tumble button four times The Gentle tumble indicator light will briefly flash six times The option selected will be displayed by a number which will alternate with P 0 The drying level will be damper I Factory default setting the Automatic plus indicator light will also flash once 2 Th...

Page 58: ...e has been switched on after a programme has started However The display will switch on for 10 minutes if Delay start has finished after the end of a progamme or the Anti crease cycle The buzzer if selected will sound for 10 minutes after the end of a progamme Factory default Not in current programme As described under On But The display and indicator lights will not switch off during a programme ...

Page 59: ...cator light will briefly flash eight times The option selected will be displayed by a number which will alternate with P 0 On I Factory default setting Not in current programme Indicator light Automatic plus will also flash once 2 Off the Automatic plus indicator light will also flash twice EPressing the Start Stop button switches from one number to the other FSwitch the dryer off The setting you ...

Page 60: ...carrying out steps B C BSwitch the dryer on Wait until the indicator light for the Start Stop button lights up constantly C and then release the Start Stop button DPress the Gentle tumble button six times The Gentle tumble indicator light will briefly flash nine times The option selected will be displayed by a number which will alternate with P 0 Factory default setting Memory deactivated I Memory...

Page 61: ...ton DPress the Gentle tumble button seven times The Gentle tumble indicator light will flash slowly once and will then flash quickly once The option selected will be displayed by a number which will alternate with P 0 Factory default setting Keypad tone deactivated I Keypad tone activated The Automatic plus indicator light will also flash EPressing the Start Stop button switches from one number to...

Page 62: ...ore you begin first ensure that The dryer is switched off The door is closed APress the Start Stop button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B C BSwitch the dryer on Wait until the indicator light for the Start Stop button lights up constantly C and then release the Start Stop button DPress the Gentle tumble button eight times The Gentle tumble indicator light will flash slowly once ...

Page 63: ... tumble button nine times The Gentle tumble indicator light will flash slowly once and will then flash quickly three times The option selected will be displayed by a number which will alternate with P 0 Factory default setting i Drying level range extended The Automatic plus indicator light will also flash EPressing the Start Stop button switches from one number to the other FSwitch the dryer off ...

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