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Operating instructions

for Washing machine

W 2819i

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. 09 492 580

en - GB

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Page 1: ...instructions for Washing machine W 2819i 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 09 492 580 en GB ...

Page 2: ...d machine Electrical and electronic machines often 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 therefore dispose of it with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection recycling centre or ...

Page 3: ... programme 31 Interrupting a programme 31 Making changes to a programme 31 Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started 32 Safety lock 32 Detergent 33 The correct detergent 33 Water softener 35 Washing with several components 35 Fabric conditioners and liquid starch 36 Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry at the end of a programme 36 Adding fabric cond...

Page 4: ...Rear view 51 Installation surface 52 Installing the washing machine 52 Removing the transit fittings 52 Re fitting the transit bars 54 Levelling the machine 55 Screwing out and adjusting the feet 55 Washer dryer stack 55 Building under a continous worktop in a kitchen run 56 Matching the fascia panel to the height of adjacent drawer fronts 57 Spacer bars 57 Removing the spacer bars 57 Fitting the ...

Page 5: ... a programmable function 68 To alter a programmable function 68 To come out of programmable functions 68 Language 68 Water plus 69 Gentle action 69 Suds cooling 69 Code 70 Temperature unit 71 Buzzer 71 Keypad tone 71 Brightness 71 Contrast 71 Standby display 72 Memory 72 Anti crease 72 Optional accessories 73 CareCollection 73 Contents 5 ...

Page 6: ...t designed for commercial use It is intended for use in domestic households and in similar working and residential environments The washing 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 washable on the care label Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous Miele can...

Page 7: ...n how to do so in a safe way and understand the hazards involved Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the machine unless they are constantly supervised The washing machine is not a toy To prevent the risk of injury do not allow children to play with it or near it or to play with the controls Warning and Safety instructions 7 ...

Page 8: ...this basic safety requirement is observed and regularly tested and where there is any doubt the household wiring system should be inspected 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 do not guarantee ...

Page 9: ...aintenance and repair work This washing machine must only be connected to the on site water supply using a new hose kit Old hoses must not be re used In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin pay particular attention to keeping the machine and its surroundings in a clean condition at all times Any damage which may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not ...

Page 10: ...iture 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 sure the drain hose is secure so that the force of the water flowing out...

Page 11: ...d create toxic fumes Such 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...

Page 12: ...ssly approved by Miele If other parts are used guarantee performance and product liability claims will be invalidated Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions Warning and Safety instructions 12 ...

Page 13: ... machine and can also be used to update programming data in the future gStart Stop button For starting the programme selected and cancelling a programme once it has started hProgramme 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 iK button For switching the washing machine on and o...

Page 14: ...this to calculate the load The programme duration may be longer or shorter depending on this absorbency rate Delay start The delay start time selected will appear in the display After the Start Stop button has been pressed the delay start time will start counting 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 coun...

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: ...display to remind you to carry out a hot wash Detergent Do not exceed the 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 Pre wash and Pre wash soak ...

Page 17: ...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 Always wash whites and colo...

Page 18: ...s causes creases and reduces cleaning efficiency Make sure that no items are caught between the drum door and 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 spin speed ca...

Page 19: ...r settings for Water plus These are described in Programmable functions Pre wash The Pre wash button is used for activating the Pre wash option on its own as well as a Pre wash with an additonal soak time of one or two hours Press the button x 1 Pre wash x 2 Pre wash 1 h soak x 3 Pre wash 2 h soak x 4 No options selected Extra quiet If using your washing machine during quiet periods you can reduce...

Page 20: ...escale deposits on the heater elements too much detergent results in Excessive foam which causes 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 add detergent to the compartments as follows i Detergent for the pre wash divide the total recommen...

Page 21: ...ed In the anti crease phase after the programme has finished the following will appear alternately in the display 0 00 Anti crease and 0 00 Finish Press the Door button to open the drum door The washing machine will switch off automatically 15 minutes after the end of the anti crease phase You will need to press the K button to switch it back on again Remove the laundry Check that all items have b...

Page 22: ...r 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 final spin No Select the No sett...

Page 23: ...ount up to 24 hours Activating 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 estimated programme duration and the programme sequence will show in the display Altering delay start You can change the delay start time at any time by pressing the D...

Page 24: ...mmable functions Note Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily Delicates 4321ac cold to 60 C Max load 1 5 kg Fabric Synthetic mixed fibre rayon and easy care cotton Curtains including net curtains specified as machine washable by the manufacturer Note Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with pre wash advisable Select No No spin for items which crease easily Cottons r s Ma...

Page 25: ...h Notes The items should be freshly laundered and spun or dried before proofing For best results the items should be heat treated afterwards either in a tumble dryer or by ironing Woollens ac cold to 40 C Max load 2 0 kg Use for Machine washable or hand washable wool or wool blend fabrics If the care label does not specify a temperature wash using the cold setting Note Reduce the spin speed for it...

Page 26: ...be activated automatically The duration of the main wash will be longer Spin Notes To drain only Select No No spin Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed Separate rinse Starch Max load 5 5 kg Fabric For rinsing handwashed items For starching table cloths serviettes and workwear Notes Use a low spin speed for items which crease easily Items for starching should be freshly laundered but not...

Page 27: ... X Minimum iron X X X X X Delicates X X X X Woollens Proofing X Express 20 X1 X X Automatic plus X Dark garments Denim X X X X Shirts X X X X X Intensive plus X X2 X Spin Separate rinse Starch X X1 The extra option is activated automatically as part of the programme X2 The extra option is activated automatically as part of the programme and cannot be deselected Extras 27 ...

Page 28: ...ottons 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 Proofing d L Express 20 d b d 1 33 L L Automatic plus abc e 2 33 L L Dark garments Denim b d 3 L Shirts e c e 2 L Intensive plus a 2 41 2 L L Spin L Separate rinse Starch e 2 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: ... 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 31: ...he machine off with the K button To continue with the same programme Switch the machine back on with the K 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 32: ...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 33: ...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 34: ... a pre wash you will need 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...

Page 35: ...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 36: ... and 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 Adding fabric conditioner or starch separately Dispense in accordance with manufacturer s instructions on the packaging Dispense liquids into the compartment and powder or viscous formulations into the i compartme...

Page 37: ...t not be hosed down Clean the casing with a mild non abrasive cleaning agent or soap and water using a well wrung out cloth Wipe dry with a soft cloth Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned with a proprietary stainless steel cleaning agent following the manufacturer s instructions on the packaging Do not use solvents abrasive cleaners glass cleaners or multi purpose cleaning agents These might da...

Page 38: ...ace the siphon If starching frequently thoroughly clean the siphon and siphon tube 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 38 ...

Page 39: ...urn off the stopcock Unscrew the threaded union connecting the free end of the inlet hose to the stopcock Remove the rubber seal 1 from the recess Using pointed pliers take hold of the plastic filter bar 2 and remove Clean the plastic filter 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 water drips out tighte...

Page 40: ...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 41: ... is blocked or restricted Check whether the stopcock is opened properly the inlet hose is kinked the water pressure is too low The filter in the water inlet hose is dirty Clean the filter Waterproof fault The water protection system has reacted Close the stopcock Call the Service Department Technical fault There is a fault Start the programme again If the fault message appears again contact the Se...

Page 42: ...ring washing Use less detergent next time and follow the manufacturer s instructions on dosage given on the packaging Hygiene info A programme using a temperature above 60 C has not been run for a long time In order to prevent bacteria and unpleasant smells building up in the machine run a Cottons 75 C programme using powder detergent Problem solving guide 42 ...

Page 43: ...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 44: ...cient amounts of detergent were used to break down the particles of grease in heavily soiled laundry Use more detergent Before washing the next load run a Cottons programme at 60 C or above 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 s...

Page 45: ...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 46: ...ine Caution if laundry has been washed at a high temperature water draining out of the machine will still be hot Danger of scalding Use a screwdriver to open the flap in the machine plinth Pull the flap and the drain hose attached to it out of the machine Point the drain hose into a suitable container Remove the stopper Once the flow of water ceases replace the stopper in the end of the hose Probl...

Page 47: ...us Door hinged right Use a screwdriver to push the emergency door latch downwards see illustration The drum door will open Door hinged left Use a screwdriver to push the emergency door latch downwards see illustration The drum door will open 3 Clean the drain filter There is a lever behind the detergent drawer fascia panel Remove the lever Problem solving guide 47 ...

Page 48: ...luff Then clean the drain filter and the drain filter housing Put the drain filter back in place and secure Make sure the drain filter 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 wa...

Page 49: ... 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 50: ...le cFlexible drain hose with flexible with detachable swivel elbow dFascia panel with controls eDetergent dispenser drawer fSpacer bars gMachine door hAccess to drain filter and drain pump iAccess to the emergency door release and drainage jFour height adjustable feet Installation and connection 50 ...

Page 51: ...Rear view aElectricity supply cable bTransit bar covers cInlet hose tested to withstand pressure of at least 7 000 kPa dDrain hose Installation and connection 51 ...

Page 52: ...les first If possible install the machine 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 spin using retaining clips available from the Miele Spare Parts Dept Otherwise there is a danger of the machine moving and falling off the plinth Installing the washing machine To manoeuvre the machine...

Page 53: ... 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 53 ...

Page 54: ...s Then plug the holes as shown with the caps The washing machine must not be moved without the transit bars in place Store 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 connection 54 ...

Page 55: ... machine is standing level Hold foot 1 securely with a pipe wrench Turn counter nut 2 again using the spanner supplied until it sits firmly up against the housing All four counternuts must sit firmly up against the housing Please also check this for the feet which did not need adjustment Otherwise there is the danger of the machine moving about Washer dryer stack A Miele tumble dryer can be stacke...

Page 56: ...ed to protect the floor from damage when the machine is pushed into position or taken out for servicing Connections for electricity water and drainage should be installed in such a way that they remain accessible when the machine is in place With niche heights of Niche height mm Accessory 820 None required from 830 840 Fit longer screw feet Set to approx 40 mm from 870 885 Use one raising kit from...

Page 57: ...s an optional accessory This can be used to add spacer bars from below up to a maximum of 25 mm After fitting the bars cut or pinch off any excess length from the screws Removing the spacer bars All the spacer bars can be removed if the upper edge of the front panel needs to be flush with the upper edge of the machine front directly underneath the fascia panel See Fitting a front panel made by ano...

Page 58: ...ails on preparing and drilling the fixing holes Front panel dimensions Width 592 596 mm Thickness 17 to 19 mm corresponding to the thickness of the adjacent unit door front panels Height The height of the door front panel corresponds to the door height H of the adjacent units Fitting the front panel Open the door Hold the front panel in the correct position in front of the machine door Screw the f...

Page 59: ...hown in the diagram Depending on country this machine is supplied either left or right hand hinged For left hand hinging only front panel shown decor side face down upper edge at the bottom if width b increases measurement a must also be increased b 592 mm N a 21 5 mm b 593 mm N a 22 0 mm b 594 mm N a 22 5 mm b 595 mm N a 23 0 mm b 596 mm N a 23 5 mm The height H of the door front panel correspond...

Page 60: ...ge holes C 35 mm 15 5 mm deep in the back of the front panel DNext drill the four smaller holes C 7 mm 10 mm deep in the back of the front panel EShorten the front panel from the bottom to height H Preparing the fixing points FHold the pre drilled front panel in the correct position in front of the machine door GMark the fixing points on the back of the front panel through the holes in the machine...

Page 61: ...s 8 mm Height H The plinth facing height must be calculated after aligning the height of the machine with the screw feet or after fitting the raising kit s Installation Calculate height H from the floor up into the groove on the underside of the washing machine Cut the plinth facing to size Slide it into the groove Useful tip If the machine is fitted on a raising kit you can use double sided adhes...

Page 62: ...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 63: ... 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 64: ... 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 65: ...e machine 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 i...

Page 66: ...g 0 23 39 39 min Proofing 40 C 2 0 kg 0 35 12 40 min Express 20 40 C 2 5 kg 0 30 34 20 min Automatic plus 40 C 4 5 kg 0 50 55 1 h 27 min Dark garments Denim 40 C 3 0 kg 0 60 52 1 h 11 min Shirts 60 C 1 5 kg 0 90 52 1 h 12 min Notes for test institutes The test programme conforms to EN 60456 and the energy label with Directive 1061 2010 Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given depend...

Page 67: ...ee 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 25 W Power consumption when not switched off 2 00 W Technic...

Page 68: ... 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 69: ... 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 70: ...e process 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 ...

Page 71: ...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 The brightness will change...

Page 72: ...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 73: ... Miele Customer Contact Centre 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 special purpose deterge...

Page 74: ...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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