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Control panel

Display

See the following page for more
information.

Delay start button

For delaying the start time of a
programme.

Temperature button

For selecting a temperature.

Spin speed button

For selecting the final spin speed or

Rinse hold

or deselecting the

spin

PC / Optical interface

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.

Start/Stop button

For starting the programme selected
and cancelling a programme once it
has started.

Extra option buttons

Various Extra options can be added
to the washing programmes.

Programme selector

For selecting a programme. The
indicator light next to the selected
programme will come on. The
programme selector can be turned
clockwise or anti-clockwise.

Door button

Opens the machine door.

button

For switching the machine on or off.

Operating the washing machine

Summary of Contents for W 1724

Page 1: ...instructions for Washing machine W 1724 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 09 468 610 en GB ...

Page 2: ...out of the reach of babies and young children Danger of suffocation Disposal of your old machine Electrical and electronic machines often contain valuable materials They also contain materials which if handled or disposed of incorrectly could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment They are however essential for the correct functioning of your machine Please do not therefor...

Page 3: ...Energy and water consumption 16 Detergent 16 How to wash correctly 17 Spinning 22 Final spin speed 22 Delay start 23 Extra options 26 Garment care label symbols 27 Programme sequence 28 Changing the programme sequence 30 Cancelling a programme 30 Interrupting a programme 30 Making changes to a programme 30 Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started 31 Safety lock 31 Contents 3 ...

Page 4: ... 38 Problem solving guide 39 The programme does not start 39 Fault messages in the display 40 General problems 41 An unsatisfactory wash result 42 The drum door does not open when you press the Door button 43 Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and or power failure 44 Blocked drain outlet 44 After sales service 46 Future updates PC 46 Guarantee 46 Optional spare parts and ...

Page 5: ...data 58 Notes for test institutes 58 Technical data 59 Programmable functions 60 To access programmable functions 60 To select a programmable function 60 To alter a programmable function 60 To come out of programmable functions 60 Language 60 Water plus 61 Gentle action 61 Suds cooling 61 Code 62 Temperature unit 63 Buzzer 63 Keypad tone 63 Brightness 63 Contrast 63 Standby display 64 Memory 64 An...

Page 6: ...working and residential environments The machine is not intended for outdoor use It must only be used as a domestic appliance to wash items which are specified by the manufacturer as being machine washable on the wash care label and textiles composed of hand washable wool or wool blend fabrics as well as satin lace silk and other hand washable garments Miele cannot be held liable for damage result...

Page 7: ...n a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the machine unsupervised Please supervise children in the vicinity of the washing machine and do not let them play with it For machines with a porthole door remember that the porthole glass will be hot when washing at high temperatures Do not let children touch it War...

Page 8: ... by a qualified electrician The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system e g electric shock Do not connect the washing machine to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead Extension leads are a fire hazard and do not guarantee the required safety of the machine Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts Only...

Page 9: ...ctricity supply when cleaning and maintaining the machine and in the event of a fault This machine must only be connected to the on site water supply using a new hose kit Old hoses must not be re used This machine must not be used in a non stationary location e g on a ship Do not make any alterations to the machine unless authorised to do so by Miele In areas which may be subject to infestation by...

Page 10: ...ill in place may result in damage to both the machine and adjacent furniture or appliances Turn off the stopcock if the machine is to be left for any length of time e g holiday especially if there is no floor drain gully in the immediate vicinity Flooding danger If hooking the drain hose into a wash basin check that the water can drain off quickly enough to prevent the sink from overflowing Make s...

Page 11: ...agents also pose a fire and explosion hazard Do not use solvent based cleaning agents e g those containing benzine to clean the outside surfaces of this machine They can cause damage to plastic surfaces Only use dyes specified by the manufacturer as being suitable for use in a domestic washing machine Always observe the manufacturer s instructions carefully Colour run and dye removers contain sulp...

Page 12: ...ropriate stacking kit available as an optional accessory Please make sure you order the correct one for the Miele washing machine and Miele tumble dryer If installing the machine on a Miele plinth available as an optional accessory depending on country please make sure you order the right one for this washing machine Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non compliance with these Warnin...

Page 13: ...cks on your machine and can also be used to update programming data in the future fStart Stop button For starting the programme selected and cancelling a programme once it has started gExtra option buttons Various Extra options can be added to the washing programmes hProgramme selector For selecting a programme The indicator light next to the selected programme will come on The programme selector ...

Page 14: ... time counts down If the delay start time is more than 10 hours it will count down by the hour If it is less than 9 hours and 59 minutes it will count down minute by minute Once the delay start time has elapsed the programme will begin and the programme sequence will appear in the display Programmable functions The programmable functions can be used to tailor washing programmes to suit your indivi...

Page 15: ... time the welcome screen will appear The welcome screen will appear in the display every time the machine is switched on until a programme lasting longer than 1 hour has been completed Setting the language You will be asked to select the language you require for the display It is possible to change the language at any time via the programmable functions deutsch If the language shown is not the one...

Page 16: ...amounts of detergent recommended by the manufacturer on the packaging Adjust the dosage to the degree of soiling of the laundry Reduce the amount of detergent with smaller loads approx 1 3 less than the amount recommended can be used when washing a half load Choosing the correct extra option Short and Pre wash Select A wash programme together with the Short extra option for light to normal soiling...

Page 17: ...ons are protected and that the cleaning agent is rinsed off before washing the garment in the machine Do not use solvent based cleaning agents in or on this machine Sort the laundry by colour and by care label Most garments have a textile care label in the collar or side seam Dark textiles often contain excess dye and should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load ...

Page 18: ... this causes creases and reduces cleaning efficiency Make sure that items do not get caught between the drum door and the seal Shut the door with a gentle swing DSelect a programme Turn the programme selector clockwise or anti clockwise to the required programme The programme indicator light for the programme selected will come on ESelect a temperature spin speed The suggested temperature and or s...

Page 19: ...ses will be increased You can select other settings for Water plus These are described in Programmable functions Pre wash For laundry with large amounts of dirt e g dust sand Buzzer An audible tone sounds repeatedly at the end of a programme and when Rinse hold is reached The buzzer will sound repeatedly until the drum door is opened or the machine is switched off The volume of the buzzer can be c...

Page 20: ... a low level of agitation and poor wash rinse and spin results Higher water consumption an additional rinse cycle will automatically switch in A burden to the environment Pull out the detergent drawer and place detergent in the compartments as follows i Detergent for the pre wash divide the total recommended amount as follows add 1 3 to compartment i and 2 3 to compartment j j Detergent for the ma...

Page 21: ...ramme has finished the following will appear alternately in the display Anti crease and Finish Press the Door button to open the drum door Unload the drum Check that all items have been removed from the drum Items left in the drum could discolour other items in the next wash or become discoloured themselves Check the folds in the door seal for any small articles e g buttons which might be lodged t...

Page 22: ...ed from the drum immediately after the end of the programme To start the final spin The washing machine will display the maximum spin speed possible You can select a spin speed lower than this Start the final spin by pressing the Start Stop button To end the programme Press the Door button The water will drain away Press the Door button again to open the door To omit rinse and interim spin and the...

Page 23: ...l continue to count up to 24 hours To activate Delay start Press the Start Stop button to activate Delay start The following will appear in the display 4 30 until start After the Delay start time has elapsed the washing programme will start and the programme sequence will show in the display To alter Delay start You can change the Delay start time at any time by pressing the Delay start button To ...

Page 24: ...n 60 C although the wash performance is the same as with the standard Cottons 60 C programme Note for test institutes The test programme conforms to EN 60456 and the energy label with Directive 1061 2010 Minimum iron 30 C to 60 C Max load 3 0 kg Use for Synthetic mixed fibre and easy care cotton If fabrics have a high proportion of man made fibres it is advisable to programme the machine for Gentl...

Page 25: ...s Sort according to colour Note The wash parameters e g water level wash rhythm and spin speed are adjusted automatically in this programme to ensure the best possible care and wash result for each item Shirts cold to 60 C Max load 2 0 kg Notes Pre treat collars and cuffs if necessary Wash silk shirts and blouses in the Delicates programme Denim cold to 60 C Max load 3 0 kg Notes Wash denim inside...

Page 26: ...ted in addition to the programme S h o r t W a t e r p l u s P r e w a s h B u z z e r Cottons X X X X Minimum iron X X X X Delicates X X X Woollens X Express X X Automatic X Shirts X X X Denim X X X Dark garments X X Spin X Extra options 26 ...

Page 27: ... drying temperature q Normal temperature r Low temperature s Do not tumble dry Ironing The number of dots indicates the ironing temperature I Hot iron max sole plate temp approx 200 C H Medium hot iron max sole plate temp approx 150 C G Cool iron max sole plate temp approx 110 C Do not steam iron garments carrying this symbol J Do not iron Professional cleaning f Dry clean only The letters indicat...

Page 28: ...nal spin Programme sequence 28 Cottons d a 2 41 2 L L Minimum iron c e 2 33 L L Delicates e d e 3 L Woollens e f e 2 L L Express d b d 2 33 L L Automatic abc e 2 33 L L Shirts e c e 2 L Denim c e 3 L Dark garments b d 3 43 L L Spin L Please see next page for description of the symbols ...

Page 29: ... into account The display shows the stage the programme has reached Special features in the programme sequences Anti crease At the end of the programme the drum continues to turn at intervals for up to 30 minutes to help prevent creasing Exception There is no anti crease phase in the Woollens programme The door can be opened and laundry removed at any time during the anti crease phase 1 A second r...

Page 30: ...he machine off with the _ button To continue with the same programme Switch the machine back on with the _ button Making changes to a programme After the start of a programme it is no longer possible to select a different programme Temperature It is possible to select a different temperature up to 5 minutes after the programme has started Press the Temperature button Spin speed It is possible to c...

Page 31: ...tage If you press the Door button when the above conditions are present the following will appear in the display Door locked Safety lock The safety lock prevents the machine from being opened and programmes from being cancelled during a wash programme To activate the safety lock Press and hold in the Start Stop button after the programme has started Stop or in 3 secs 0 Keep the Start Stop button p...

Page 32: ...tablets for smaller loads Some tablets do not dissolve as rapidly as others and may not be suitable for programmes with short durations Do not use biological detergents on silk as the enzymes may damage the silk Instructions for use and recommended dosage amounts are given on the detergent packaging See Optional accessories at the end of this booklet for details of Miele branded care products incl...

Page 33: ...to purchase a special container from the Miele Spare Parts Department which sits in the main wash compartment j Add liquid detergent to this container for the main wash and to compartment i for the pre wash 2 Use powder detergent Specialist detergent Detergent designed specifically for the wash programme or type of fabric Only use proofing agents containing fluorochemical compounds which are state...

Page 34: ...hen purchasing detergent buy refill packs wherever possible This helps reduce the amount of waste packaging Water softener A water softener can be used to cut down on the use of detergents in hard water areas Dispense according to the amount specified on the packaging First add detergent and then the water softener Miele branded water softening tablets are available from the Miele Spare Parts Depa...

Page 35: ...unt of water remains in the fabric conditioner compartment If starching frequently thoroughly clean the dispenser compartment especially the siphon tube and the fabric conditioner channel regularly See Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Do not use powder starch formulations or viscous liquid starch in the compartment as it will clog up Colour run and dye removers dyes Do not use colour run or...

Page 36: ...aners glass cleaners or all purpose cleaning agents These might damage plastic surfaces and other components because of the chemicals they contain Extra cleaning Carry out a hot wash 70 C or above with powder detergent approx every 6 weeks to help prevent deposits building up in the machine These can occur when washing is mainly done at low temperatures and can lead to unpleasant smells If you hav...

Page 37: ...tioner channel using a brush and hot water If starching frequently thoroughly clean the siphon the siphon tube and the fabric conditioner channel regularly A build up of starch will cause them to get clogged Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing Use a bottle brush to remove detergent residues and limescale from the jets inside the detergent dispenser drawer housing Cleaning and care 37 ...

Page 38: ...om the recess Using pointed pliers take hold of plastic filter bar 2 remove the filter and clean it Put the filter and seal back in the reverse order and reconnect the hose Turn on the stopcock and check the connection is watertight If it leaks tighten the connection To clean the filter in the water inlet valve Using pliers carefully loosen the ribbed plastic nut on the inlet valve and unscrew Use...

Page 39: ...unauthorised work The programme does not start Problem Possible cause Remedy The display remains dark and the Start Stop button indicator light does not come on There is no power to the machine Check whether the mains plug is plugged in and switched on the fuse or circuit breaker has tripped You are asked to enter a code Access via a code has been activated Enter the code and confirm the entry Dea...

Page 40: ...inked the water pressure is too low lights up in the display and Waterproof fault flashes The water protection system has reacted Close the stopcock Call the Service Department lights up in the display and Technical fault flashes There is a fault Start the programme again If the fault message appears again contact the Service Department Anti crease Chk detergent flashes in the display Excessive fo...

Page 41: ...tergent drawer The water pressure is too low Clean the water inlet filter Select Water plus Powder detergent used with water softeners can be sticky Add washing powder and then add the water softener Fabric conditioner is not completely dispensed or too much water remains in the compartment The siphon tube is not correctly positioned or is clogged up Clean the siphon see Cleaning and care Cleaning...

Page 42: ...heavily soiled laundry Use more detergent Before washing the next load run a Cottons 90 C programme with powder detergent but without a load White residues which look like powder detergent are seen on dark textiles after washing The detergent contained compounds zeolites to aid water softening which are not soluble in water They have ended up on the laundry Try and brush off the residues with a so...

Page 43: ...equence Safety lock Access via a code has been activated Deactivate the code as described in Programmable functions Code Power cut Open the drum door as described in the next section The door was not correctly engaged Press hard against the lock side of the drum door and then press the Door button There is still water in the drum and the machine is unable to drain Clean the drain filter and drain ...

Page 44: ...l be hot Danger of scalding Procedure for draining the machine Be careful not to release too much water at once If the flow of water is too strong some water can seep into the washing machine base and activate the water protection system float switch This will prevent the washing machine from functioning Place a suitable container under the access flap When draining water from the machine do not u...

Page 45: ...ilter is securely tightened Otherwise there is a risk of water leakage during use To avoid loss of detergent pour approx 2 litres of water into the detergent dispenser drawer after cleaning the drain filter Excess water will be pumped out automatically before the next wash programme Opening the drum door Always make sure that the drum is stationary before reaching into the machine to remove laundr...

Page 46: ... service technicians during servicing work for testing purposes and for updating the machine s programme data Guarantee For information on the appliance guarantee specific to your country please contact Miele See back cover for contact details In the U K your appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of purchase However you must activate your cover by calling 0845 365 6640 or registering o...

Page 47: ...st 7 000 kPa bElectricity supply cable c f Flexible drain hose with detachable swivel elbow gDetergent dispenser drawer hControl panel iDrum door jAccess to drain filter drain pump and emergency release kFour height adjustable feet Installation and connection 47 ...

Page 48: ...e machine bElectricity supply cable cInlet hose tested to withstand pressure of at least 7 000 kPa dDrain hose eTransit bar covers fRetaining clip for inlet hose and drain hose gRetaining clips for transit bars when removed Installation and connection 48 ...

Page 49: ...e in a corner as this is usually the most stable part of the floor If the machine is installed on a raised plinth it has to be secured against slippage during spinning using retaining clips available from the Miele Spare Parts Dept otherwise there is the danger of the machine moving and falling off the plinth Transporting the machine to its installation site To manoeuvre the machine out of its pac...

Page 50: ... Using the spanner supplied turn the left hand transit bar 90 then withdraw the transit bar Turn the right hand transit bar 90 then withdraw the transit bar Installation and connection 50 ...

Page 51: ...t bars to the back of the washing machine Make sure that holes b are fitted over retainers a The machine must not be moved without the transit bars in place Store them as shown or keep them in a safe place for future use They must be re fitted if the machine is to be moved again e g when moving house Re fitting the transit bars Re fitting is carried out by reversing the procedure Installation and ...

Page 52: ...the machine is delivered Using the spanner supplied turn counternut 2 in a clockwise direction Then turn counternut 2 together with foot 1 to unscrew Use a spirit level to check the machine is standing level Hold foot 1 securely with a pipe wrench Turn counternut 2 again using the spanner supplied until it sits firmly up against the housing All four counternuts must be firmly up against the housin...

Page 53: ...e stacked with the washing machine A WTV stacking kit is necessary which can be purchased from your Dealer the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet on www miele shop com Please note a Safety distance to wall at least 2 cm b Height Stacking kit with pull out shelf approx 172 cm Stacking kit without pull out shelf approx 170 cm c Depth of the washer dryer stack approx 65 cm Installation ...

Page 54: ...chine housing Sump Any leaking water is collected in a sump in the base of the machine A float switches off the safety valves preventing any more water flowing into the machine and water in the suds container is pumped away Overflow protection This prevents the washing machine taking in too much water If the water level exceeds a certain level the drain pump switches in and pumps the excess water ...

Page 55: ... be fitted by a qualified plumber The connection point is subject to mains water pressure Turn on the stopcock slowly and check for leaks Correct the position of the washer and union if appropriate The washing machine is not suitable for connection to a hot water supply Maintenance and care Only use a genuine Miele hose should you ever need a replacement or extension These are tested to withstand ...

Page 56: ... the Miele Spare Parts Department or your Miele Dealer Drain hose connection 1 Direct into a sink or basin Please note the following Hook the hose over the edge and secure Make sure that the water can drain away freely without hindrance Otherwise there is a risk of water overflowing or of some of the drained water being sucked back into the machine 2 Connected securely to a plastic drain pipe with...

Page 57: ... appliance with a suitable residual current device RCD Contact a qualified electrician for advice 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 replacement ...

Page 58: ...kg 0 56 45 1 h 52 min 30 Delicates 30 C 2 0 kg 0 38 69 59 min Woollens 30 C 2 0 kg 0 23 39 39 min Express 40 C 3 0 kg 0 30 34 30 min Shirts 60 C 2 0 kg 0 90 52 57 min Denim 40 C 3 0 kg 0 50 52 1 h 00 min Dark garments 40 C 3 0 kg 0 60 60 1 h 15 min Notes for test institutes Test programme in accordance with EN 60456 and energy label with Directive 1061 2010 Consumption data can vary from the nomin...

Page 59: ...ee data plate Consumption data See Consumption data Minimum water flow pressure 100 kPa 1 bar Maximum water flow pressure 1000 kPa 10 bar Inlet hose length 1 60 m Drain hose length 1 50 m Mains connection cable length 1 60 m Delivery head max 1 00 m Maximum drainage length 5 00 m LEDs Class 1 Test certificates awarded See data plate Power consumption when switched off 0 2 W Power consumption when ...

Page 60: ... programmable function you require appears in the display EPress the Start Stop button to confirm your selection To alter a programmable function You can see the different options available for a programmable function by turning the programme selector The option which is currently set will have a tick L beside it FTurn the programme selector until the option you want appears in the display GPress ...

Page 61: ... for garments with a single bar under the care label and for articles which feel too hard after they have been dried Gentle action can be activated for the Cottons and the Minimum iron programmes The washing machine is delivered with the Gentle action setting deactivated Suds cooling When this is activated additional water flows into the drum at the end of the main wash to cool the suds down Hot s...

Page 62: ...cess until all three numbers have been entered 1 2 5 Press the Start Stop button The following will appear in the display Code activated Once the machine is switched off it can only be used again if the code is entered To use the washing machine when the code is activated When the machine is switched on again the display will request the code Enter code 125 as described above and confirm the entry...

Page 63: ...sounds at maximum volume Loud at the end of a programme or when Rinse hold is reached Keypad tone An audible tone sounds each time a button is pressed The machine is delivered with the keypad tone deactivated Brightness There are ten different display brightness settings The bar chart shows you the setting The machine is delivered with the display brightness on setting 5 This will change as soon a...

Page 64: ...ivered with this option selected The standby function is switched off The display will remain visible during a programme Memory The washing machine will store the most recently selected settings programme temperature spin speed and any extra options in memory once the programme has started These settings will appear in the display the next time the machine is switched on The machine is delivered w...

Page 65: ...et at All the products can also be ordered from Miele see back cover for contact details CareCollection Miele specialist detergents Outdoor wear This specialist detergent will clean your water repellent outerwear with care Sportswear The Miele Sportswear detergent is designed to clean sportswear and remove odours whilst taking care of the special microfibres used in these garments Down Items This ...

Page 66: ...s effective stain removal even at low temperatures while helping to prevent colours fading Liquid detergent For Delicates This liquid detergent is ideal for the gentle treatment of delicate fabrics such as wool and silk Its special formulation cleans effectively at temperatures as low as 20 C while protecting the colour of your delicate garments Fabric conditioner The Miele fabric conditioner will...

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