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Operating instructions
for condenser tumble dryer
T 8903 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. 07 869 350

en - AU, NZ

Summary of Contents for T 8903 C

Page 1: ...tions for condenser tumble dryer T 8903 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 07 869 350 en AU NZ ...

Page 2: ...our local community waste collection recycling 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 the appliance or the machine to prevent misuse Energy saving tips To avoid unnecessarily long dry...

Page 3: ...lecting a different programme 14 cancelling the programme and then removing the laundry 14 Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started 14 Programme chart 15 Cottons 15 Minimum iron 15 Delicates 16 Airing 16 Woollens handcare 16 Smoothing 16 Cleaning and care 17 Emptying the condensed water container 17 Cleaning the fluff filters 18 Cleaning them whilst dry 18 Cleaning them with water ...

Page 4: ...r dryer stack 33 Before moving the machine again e g when moving house 33 External condensed water outlet 34 Arranging the drain hose 34 External drainage via a sink or gully 35 Installation conditions requiring a non return valve 35 Electrical connection 37 Consumption data 38 Technical data 39 Programmable functions 40 Changing the residual moisture of the Cottons programme 40 Extending the dryi...

Page 5: ... increasingly available on the market If using do so at your own risk and follow the instructions provided on the packaging Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation of the tumble dryer This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physi...

Page 6: ...taken by a Miele approved service technician Ensure current is not supplied to the tumble dryer until after maintenance or repair work has been carried out Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the tumble dryer be guaranteed If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele appr...

Page 7: ...ther chemicals e g mops and floor cloths should be washed in hot water with extra detergent before being dried in the tumble dryer Items which have been splashed with hair lacquer hair spray nail polish remover or similar substances When washing such heavily soiled items ensure that you use sufficient detergent and select a high temperature If in doubt wash the items several times Oil affected ite...

Page 8: ... with the risk of igniting in the dryer In many programmes the heating phase is followed by a cooling down phase to ensure that the items are not too hot to handle when you remove them this also avoids the danger of the laundry self igniting The programme is not finished until the cooling down phase is complete Ensure that you always wait until the end of the programme before removing the laundry ...

Page 9: ... sure the drain hose is securely attached if you hang it in a sink or basin to avoid the hose slipping and the water causing damage Condensed water is not drinking water It can cause health problems in both people and animals Always keep the area around the tumble dryer free of dust and fluff Dust drawn into the tumble dryer can cause blockages in the condenser unit over time Do not let anyone sit...

Page 10: ...r light lights up after switching the tumble dryer on for confirmation eDoor button For opening the door and cancelling a programme Pressing this button will open the door even when the dryer is switched off at the mains Programmable functions The programmable functions are used to alter the machine s electronics to suit changing requirements Programmable functions are explained at the end of thes...

Page 11: ...me Pure linen should only be machine dried if specified as suitable by the manufacturer on the care label Otherwise the surface of the fabric may become rough 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 a...

Page 12: ...rom 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 Turn 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 the...

Page 13: ... rotate in a certain rhythm depending on the selected programme This Anti crease rhythm helps to prevent creasing if the laundry is not removed immediately after the end of a programme not with Woollens handcare Duration changeable see Programmable functions Press the Door button Open the door Remove the laundry Check that all items have been removed from the drum If items are left in the dryer th...

Page 14: ...rogramme selector to Finish Press the Door button Close the door 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 Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started Press the Door button Open the door Danger of burning Do not touch...

Page 15: ...undry 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 cloths Note Depending on fabric type and amount of laundry items are dried with very little creasing with the Hand iron drying level Nor...

Page 16: ...s Cool air Fabric type Any item which only needs airing Woollens handcare Max load 2 kg Fabric type Woollen fabrics Notes This programme only fluffs up woollen garments They are not dried completely by this programme Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and leave to finish drying at room temperature Smoothing Max load 3 kg Fabric type Cotton and linen fabrics Minimum iron items ma...

Page 17: ... closed again Pull out the container Hold it at the front and towards the back and keep it in a horizontal position when carrying it Empty the 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 used in a steam iron or humidifier To ensure that any residual p...

Page 18: ...uff from the surface 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 Chartered Agent or from Miele or use a vacuum cleaner Once clean push the filter back into the door holder until it clicks into position Ensure it is facing the correct way Also clean the door seal 2 with a damp clo...

Page 19: ...y are damp or wet Damp or wet filters could cause operational faults Push the large filter back into the door holder until it clicks into position Ensure it is facing the correct way Replace the filters in the door opening by first inserting them at the bottom and then pressing them into place at the top Lock both dials Cleaning the tumble dryer Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity su...

Page 20: ...ser unit after approx 100 drying cycles Removing the condenser unit Open the service panel The hooks at the side will prevent the panel from falling off Now remove the panel in an upwards direction and place it to one side Turn the lever on the inner cover downwards to the vertical position Pull the cover forwards and remove it by pulling it diagonally upwards Turn the lever on the condenser unit ...

Page 21: ...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 21 ...

Page 22: ...unit 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 cover making sure the hooks locate correctly Hold it at an angle and push it gently downwards Then turn the lever upwards into the hori...

Page 23: ...nqualified persons could be dangerous The manufacturer cannot be held 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 circui...

Page 24: ...leaks from the machine after the condenser unit has been cleaned The inner cover of the condenser unit has not been locked properly and or the condenser unit has not been positioned correctly There is a build up of fluff 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 uni...

Page 25: ... increased air flow The vents below the door are covered Remove any obstructions Detergent residue hair and fine fluff can block the condenser unit The condenser unit should be checked and cleaned from time to time See Cleaning and care The laundry has not been spun sufficiently Make sure that your laundry is thoroughly spun at the appropriate spin speed in the washing machine The tumble dryer has...

Page 26: ...uzzer sounds The dryer is not working efficiently or economically See previous page The drying process goes on too long Cancel the programme The Finish Anti crease indicator light comes on The buzzer sounds This is not a fault The electronic unit recognised that there was no laundry in the drum and cancelled the programme Drying individual garments or items which are already dry can also cause the...

Page 27: ...ult Contact Miele If not all programmes are blocked select a programme which can be started The indicator light for the Start button flashes doesn t flash The flashing indicates that a programme can be started After the programme has started the flashing will change to a constant light The Start button light flashes slowly The dryer is on standby This is a normal function and does not indicate a f...

Page 28: ...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 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 into posi...

Page 29: ...arked 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 Optional accessories Optional accessories for these dryers are available from your Miele Chartered Agent or from Miele Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to improve our service Note A call out charge w...

Page 30: ...lectrical connection 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 30 ...

Page 31: ...packing case to its installation site you will also need to hold it by the front feet Building under a continous worktop in a kitchen run A building under 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...

Page 32: ...t properly secure for transport Levelling the machine The machine must be perfectly level to ensure safe and proper operation The screw feet can be adjusted to compensate for any unevenness in the floor The air inlet and outlet vents on the front of the machine must not be covered as this would prevent sufficient ventilation for cooling the condenser unit Installation 32 ...

Page 33: ...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 when moving house After each use a small quantity of condensed water will collect i...

Page 34: ... 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 T...

Page 35: ...the fitting 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 mach...

Page 36: ...e hose 4 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 make sure it is fitted in the correct direction see arrow on non return valve Secure the non return valve...

Page 37: ...sehold mains supply 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 which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in...

Page 38: ... iron Hand iron 3 5 1200 40 1 15 39 Delicates 2 0 700 50 1 50 98 Woollens handcare 2 0 1000 50 0 11 4 1 Weight of dry laundry 2 EN 61121 2005 test programme All data without a star placed against it was calculated using EN 61121 2005 Note for test institutes Results based on European test results Before testing in accordance with EN 61121 dry a 3 kg load of cotton laundry with 70 residual moisture...

Page 39: ...op Yes Suitable for stacking Yes Weight 51 kg Drum volume 111 l Maximum capacity 7 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 40: ...out steps B C BSwitch the dryer on CWait until Start lights up constantly D and then release the Start button The Finish Anti crease indicator light will flash once The flashing Drying indicator light shows which option is selected If the Drying indicator light doesn t flash Residual moisture will increase If the Drying indicator light flashes once Factory default settings If the Drying indicator ...

Page 41: ...tch the dryer on CWait until Start lights up constantly D and then release the Start button ETurn the programme selector to Cottons Normal The Finish Anti crease indicator light will flash twice The flashing Drying indicator light shows which option is selected The Drying indicator light doesn t flash Residual moisture will increase The Drying indicator light flashes once Factory default setting T...

Page 42: ...ssed in whilst carrying out steps B C BSwitch the dryer on CWait until Start lights up constantly D and then release the Start button ETurn the programme selector to Cottons Normal The Finish Anti crease indicator light will flash 3 times The flashing Drying indicator light shows which option is selected The Drying indicator light doesn t flash Anti crease is off The Drying indicator light flashes...

Page 43: ...sed in whilst carrying out steps B C BSwitch the dryer on CWait until Start lights up constantly D and then release the Start button ETurn the programme selector to Cottons Low temperature The Finish Anti crease indicator light will flash four times The flashing Drying indicator light shows which option is selected The Drying indicator light doesn t flash Buzzer is switched off The Drying indicato...

Page 44: ...nstantly D and then release the Start button ETurn the programme selector to Cottons Hand iron The Finish Anti crease indicator light will flash 5 times The flashing Drying indicator light shows which option is selected The Drying indicator light doesn t flash Standard Drying level becomes Hand iron The Drying indicator light flashes once Factory default setting The Drying indicator light flashes ...

Page 45: ...t steps B C BSwitch the dryer on CWait until Start lights up constantly D and then release the Start button ETurn the programme selector to Smoothing The Finish Anti crease indicator light will flash 7 times The flashing Drying indicator light shows which option is selected The Drying indicator light doesn t flash Factory default setting The Drying indicator light flashes once Cooling down phase i...

Page 46: ...n after a programme has started However Indicator lights will be switched on for 10 minutes after the end of a programme or at the end of the anti crease cycle The buzzer if selected will sound for 10 minutes after the end of a progamme Factory default setting Not in current programme As in Factory default settings But Indicator lights will not be switched off during a programme Off Indicator ligh...

Page 47: ...ight times The flashing Drying indicator light shows which option is selected If the Drying indicator light doesn t flash On If the Drying indicator light flashes once Factory default setting Not in current programme If the Drying indicator light flashes twice Off FYou can switch from one option to the other by pressing the Start button Drying indicator light GSwitch the dryer off The setting you ...

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