Miele W 1203 WASHING MACHINE Operating Instructions Manual Download

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Operating instructions
Washer
W 1203

To prevent accidents and
machine damage,
read these instructions

before

installation or use.

M.-Nr. 05 874 980

Summary of Contents for W 1203 WASHING MACHINE

Page 1: ...Operating instructions Washer W 1203 To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use UV M Nr 05 874 980 ...

Page 2: ...softener 17 Starch 18 Fabric dye 18 Using the washer 19 7 Start the program 19 8 Remove the laundry 19 Cancelling a program 20 Interrupting a program 20 Making changes to the program 20 Adding removing laundry during a wash program 21 Locking the washer 22 Electronic program lock 22 Child Safety Lock 22 Washer care 23 Cleaning the washer 23 Cleaning the detergent drawer 23 Cleaning the water inlet...

Page 3: ...g a power failure 32 Technical Service 33 Repairs 33 PC Update 33 Warranty terms 33 Optional accessories 33 Help protect our environment 36 Installation 37 Front view 37 Back view 38 Installation site 39 Installation 40 Remove the shipping struts 40 Installing the shipping struts 42 Level the washer 43 Installation beneath a counter 44 Washer stand with drawer 44 Washer Dryer Stack 44 Plumbing 45 ...

Page 4: ...have been previously cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances These articles give off vapors that could ignite or explode Do not add these items to the washload Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot wat...

Page 5: ... speed button with indicators for selecting the desired spin speed eIndicator PC allows a service technician to check and update the wash programs fProgram sequence display Program sequence displayshows the currect cycle of the wash program gBuzzer Button hFAULT indicators i Start Stop Button T begins the wash program or interrupts a program j On Off button turns the machine on and off kDoor butto...

Page 6: ... detergent to flush out any residual water from the factory testing process as well as to activate the spin cycle Using detergent can cause sudsing and ball valve activation resulting in the future maximum use of detergent Turn on the water valve Press the On Off button Select the Extra White program with the program buttons Press the Start Stop button T Once the program ends the washer can be use...

Page 7: ...or a paste made from powdered detergent and warm water Do not use chemical solvents in the machine General tips Dark fabrics often bleed the first few times they are washed They should be washed seperately several times before being included in a mixed load Remove any lead weights or strips from curtains before washing Loose undergarment underwires should be removed or sewn in place before washing...

Page 8: ...will improve washing effectiveness and help distribute the load evenly Note Overloading the washer will cause poor wash results and wrinkling Close the drum door To prevent damage to the door seal and clothing make sure that there are no clothes caught between the drum door and the seal 3 Select a program Press the PROGRAMS button e or until the desired program indicator lights Using the washer 8 ...

Page 9: ...ie Fabric softener can be dispensed in the final rinse of these programs to reduce static cling Very Warm E C Warm 7 B Cold 6 A No Heat e Sanitize Options Extended Heavy Soil Soak Sensitive Sanitize 9 Max For white items with special hygienic demands e g baby clothing underwear towels Very Hot ö High Extra White Options Extended Heavy Soil Soak Sanitize 9 Max For white items without special hygien...

Page 10: ... e Handwash Options Extended Heavy soil Sensitive Warm 7 B Med For handwashable items with no wool or silk content Cold 6 A No Heat e Sturdy Options None Warm 7 B Med For a mixed load of colorfast or perma press items or for cotton blends Cold 6 A Low No Heat e Custom Options Extended Heavy Soil Soak Sensitive Sanitize 9 Max All options can be selected individually for colorfast or white items Ver...

Page 11: ...rmal to heavy soiling or stains The main wash cycle time for the wash program will be extended Heavy Soil For heavily soiled laundry where a pretreatment is necessary to remove surface soiling Soak For heavy soiling and stubborn stains e g blood grease chocolate that require soaking before the main wash The preset soak time is 2 hours Sensitive An additional final rinse that will wash away deterge...

Page 12: ... desired setting lights Program Spin speed Normal High Wrinkle Free Med Sanitize High Extra White High Delicates Low Woolens High Silk Slow Handwash Med Sturdy Med Custom Med no Spin The laundry is spun after the main wash and between the rinse cycles Reducing the final spin speed will also reduce the rinse spin speeds If in the programs Sturdy and Custom a spin speed lower that Med is selected an...

Page 13: ...pin speed Start the final spin with the Start Stop T button To finish the program Press the Door button The water will be drained away Use the Door button to open the door No spin Select No spin The laundry is not spun after the final rinse but the water is drained away After the drain cycle the washer goes immediately into the anti crease cycle Spinning between these rinses is also omitted in thi...

Page 14: ...al drum movement poor wash rinse and spin results Higher water consumption through an automatic additional rinse cycle Higher environmental burden Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer and add detergent to the compartments j Detergent for the main wash i Only add detergent 1 4 of the total recommended amount of detergent to this compartment if the Heavy Soil wash option is selected Fabric soften...

Page 15: ...il option was selected If you are using liquid detergent and select the Heavy Soil option use the liquid detergent insert in the main wash compartment j This will prevent the detergent for the main wash from being used during the prewash Do not use chlorine bleach The amount of detergent used depends on the level of soiling Light soiling No soiling or stains are visible Normal soiling Some visible...

Page 16: ...r 2 5 over 14 Water softener If the water hardness level is between II and III you can soften the water to reduce detergent consumption The detergent packaging should indicate the correct amount to use in your machine Add the detergent then add the water softener You can then use the recommended amount of detergent for water hardness level I Detergent 16 ...

Page 17: ...tions Do not exceed the maximum fill level marked inside the compartment as the excess will prematurely activate the siphon and be wasted Close the compartment lid and push in the dispenser drawer The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed during the final rinse cycle A small amount of water will remain in the compartment at the end of the program Never mix fabric softener and starch toge...

Page 18: ...ftener compartment Add the recommended amount of starch to the compartment Do not exceed the maximum level mark Close the compartment lid and push in the dispenser drawer The starch will be dispensed during the final rinse At the end of the program a small amount of water will remain in the fabric softener compartment Fabric dye Do not use fabric dyes in this washer Detergent 18 ...

Page 19: ... with the door open contact Miele s Technical Service Department Remove the laundry Check the drum for any missed pieces of laundry Items inadvertently left in the washer may be damaged e g shrink or discolor during the next wash cycle Check the folds of the door seal for any small articles which may have been trapped Turn the washer off using the On Off button Close the drum door Otherwise foreig...

Page 20: ... on the washer using the On Off button Interrupting a program Turn off the washer using the On Off button To continue the program Turn on the washer using the On Off button Making changes to the program A program change is not possible after a program has started To select a different program the started program must be canceled The buzzer can be turned on or off A spin speed can be selected until...

Page 21: ...r Add or remove the piece of laundry Close the drum door The program will continue automatically The drum door can not be opened if the water temperature is greater than 130 F 55 C the water level is too high the final spin speed has started The program lock is activated If you press the Door button during any of these conditions the Child lock indicator will light Using the washer 21 ...

Page 22: ...oes out Child Safety Lock The Child Safety Lock can be activated to prevent a child from climbing inside the washer When the Child Safety Lock is activated the drum door cannot be opened and a program cannot be started To activate the Child Safety Lock Before activating the lock The washer must be turned off The drum door must be closed 1 Press and hold the Sensitive and TEMP buttons until step 4 ...

Page 23: ...s Technical Service Department Cleaning the detergent drawer Detergent residue should be cleaned out regularly Pull out the detergent drawer as far as it will go Press down on the red release lever and pull the drawer out of the machine Clean the detergent drawer with warm water Clean the siphon tube 1 Remove the siphon tube from the fabric softener compartment and rinse under warm water Clean the...

Page 24: ... of the hose connector Clean the filter under running water and carefully remove any large particles Replace the filter and seal and reconnect the hose Slowly turn on the valve and check for leaks Inspect the hose regularly The hose must be in good condition to withstand high water pressure The hose should be replaced if there are cracks in the surface or if it has been otherwise damaged or cut Cl...

Page 25: ...drawer Open the drain filter door If the main drain hose is clogged water will be retained in the machine a maximum amount of 6 5 gal 25 l Caution If laundry has been washed at a high temperature the water draining out of the machine will still be hot Allow it to cool before proceeding Turn the lint trap lid counterclockwise Do not remove it About 2 quarts of water will drain out of the hose If ad...

Page 26: ...ts or lint from the filter Check that the drain pump impeller in the back of the chamber rotates freely by spinning with your hand Return the drain filter and tighten into place If the drain filter is not tightened securely water will leak out when the machine is used Washer care 26 ...

Page 27: ...Quick Guide Remove this guide for easy reference Please read all instructions especially the Important Safety Instructions before using the washer ...

Page 28: ...ton Load the laundry Close the drum door Make sure clothes will not be caught by the door 3 Select a program Select a desired program Check the Program guide to determine which program is best for the load being washed 4 Select wash options if needed Press the upper button until the indicator of the desired wash option lights The lower button selects the wash option Sensitive Quick Guide ...

Page 29: ...lected add 1 4 of the total amount of detergent to the i compartment Place fabric softener or liquid starch in compartment 7 Start the program Press the Start Stop T button Activate the program lock if necessary Hold the START button until the Door Lock indicator lights up 8 Unload the laundry Open the drum door using the Door button Remove the laundry Turn off the washer using the On Off button C...

Page 30: ...ensive Temperatures Warm 7B Cold 6A No Heat Spin speed Low Items For delicate clothing that wrinkles easily Woolens Options Sensitive Temperatures Warm 7B Cold 6A No Heat e Spin speed High Med Items For hand washable and machine washable wool Silk Options Sensitive Temperatures Cold 6A No Heat e Spin speed Slow Items For silk items Handwash Options Extended Heavy soil Sensitive Temperatures Warm 7...

Page 31: ...l by identifying issues you may encounter while operating the machine A wash program cannot be started Issue Possible cause Solution The display stays blank and no indicator illuminates The washer has no power Check to determine if the washer is plugged in the circuit breaker has been tripped The Child Lock indicator flashes The electronic lock function is activated Deactivate the lock function Th...

Page 32: ...e flashes The water inlet is blocked Open the water valve The inlet hose filter is clogged Clean the filter under running water and carefully remove any large particles The buzzer sounds and the fault indicators Intake and Drain flash There is a fault Call the Miele Service Department The buzzer sounds and the Status indicators Soak and Rinse flash There is a fault Start the program one more time ...

Page 33: ...structions There are unusual sounds coming from the drain pump There is no fault Lapping sounds at the beginning and end of the pump process are normal A large amount of detergent residue remains in the dispenser drawer The water pressure is too low Clean the water intake hose filter under running water and carefully remove any large particles Select the Sensitive button The fabric softener is not...

Page 34: ...An inadequate amount of detergent was used to dissolve greasy deposits in heavily soiled laundry e g grease oils or lotion stains Add more detergent to the laundry or use a liquid detergent Run a Normal Hot program with liquid detergent to clean the washer before using it for laundry again There is white detergent residue on dark laundry The detergent was not completely dissolved because of hard w...

Page 35: ...Child Safety Lock as described in Locking the washer Child Safety Lock Power failure To open the the drum door see Frequently asked questions Opening the drum door during a power failure The door was not properly closed Push on the drum door and at the same time press the Door button There is still water in the drum and the washer cannot drain it away Clean the drain filter and the drain pump as d...

Page 36: ...ap door Drain the water from the washer as described in Washer care Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap Make sure the machine is turned off and the drum has stopped turning A moving drum is dangerous To open the door pull down on the ring in the upper right corner of the access area Frequently asked questions 32 ...

Page 37: ...can be found on the dataplate visible above the front glass on the inside of the door PC Update The indicator marked PC allows a technician to make use of new technology if new programs are developed or new fabrics are introduced Warranty terms The washer is covered by the warranty for 2 years from the date of installation See the Warranty booklet for details Optional accessories Optional accessor...

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Page 40: ... children as they pose a danger of suffocation Disposal of an appliance Old appliances may contain materials that can be recycled Please contact your local recycling authority about the possibilty of recycling these materials Ensure that the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal Before discarding an appliance unplug it from the outlet cut off its power cord and r...

Page 41: ... hose c Power cord d g Drain hose with adjustable and removable elbow showing drain options h Control panel i Detergent dispenser drawer j Drum door k Access panel to drain filter and drain pump l Recessed grip m Four height adjustable feet Installation 37 ...

Page 42: ...nd with transport grips b Power cord c Cold water intake hose d Hot water intake hose e Drain hose f Shipping struts with rotary protection g Mounting for Water intake hose Drain hose Power cord Shipping struts Installation 38 ...

Page 43: ... 3 cm plywood base Ideally the base should be large enough to span several joists and should be anchored to the joists not just the floor boards It is best to install the washer in the corner of a room where the stability of the floor is at its greatest If the machine is installed on a raised platform it must be secured with retaining clips These clips are available from your dealer or the Miele T...

Page 44: ...t lift the washer by the drum door Ensure that the machine s feet and the floor are dry to prevent slippage during the spin cycle Remove the shipping struts Remove the left and right rotary protection 1 Unhook the rotary protection with a screw driver 2 Remove the rotary protection Installation 40 ...

Page 45: ...g strut counterclockwise 90 with the enclosed combination wrench Pull out the shipping strut Turn the right shipping strut counterclockwise 90 with the enclosed combination wrench Pull out the shipping strut Installation 41 ...

Page 46: ...e to insert the drill holes b onto the spigot a Do not move the washer without the shipping struts in place The shipping struts should be stored in a safe place for future use They must be reinstalled before moving the machine Installing the shipping struts Reinstall the struts by reversing the above procedure Installation 42 ...

Page 47: ... is extremely heavy When tipping the machine be careful that it does not slip Turn the locking ring 2 counterclockwise with the enclosed combination wrench Unscrew each of the four feet as much as necessary by turning both the foot 1 as well as the locking ring 2 to the left Check that the machine stands level Once level hold the foot 1 immobile with a wrench Turn the locking ring 2 with the combi...

Page 48: ...ation manual is supplied with the countertop kit available from your Miele dealer or Miele s Technical Service Department Washer stand with drawer A washer stand is available to raise the machine for convenience It has a drawer to store cleaning essentials The stand can be purchased as an optional accessory Washer Dryer Stack The Miele washing machine can be installed as part of a washer dryer sta...

Page 49: ...o withstand up to 145 psi 10 bar pressure The water valve connector must also be able to withstand 145 psi 10 bar The bolted connection is pressurized by water pressure Open the water valve slowly to check for leaks Adjust the rubber seal and the bolted connection if necessary To protect the inlet valve the two filters one at the pressure hose valve connection and one at the the inlet connection t...

Page 50: ...t water only Turn on the valve s and check for leaks The water pressure must be within 15 145 psi 1 10 bar If the water pressure is greater that 145 psi 10 bar a pressure reducer must be installed If the water pressure is below 15 psi 1 bar there will not be enough water available for a complete fill The water intake hoses are equipped with screen filters Do not remove these filters except for cle...

Page 51: ...firmly 3 To a floor drain The machine is equipped with an airgap anti siphoning system so that no minimum drain height is required The machine drains using a pump with a maximum delivery height of 4 feet Make sure there are no kinks in the drain hose If desired the drain hose may be extended to run a maximum of 16 feet as long as the 4 feet height is not exceeded Hose extensions are available from...

Page 52: ... INSTRUCTIONS This installation should be performed by an experienced and qualified technician in accordance with local codes and regulations The washing machine is supplied with a 5 3 long 4 wire cord ending in a NEMA 14 30 P plug ready for connection to a 120 208 240 V 15 A 60 Hz AC power supply The proper outlet can be purchased from an electrical supply dealer or from the Miele Technical Servi...

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