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Operating instructions
for Washing machine
W 3923 WPS

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. 06 873 570

Summary of Contents for W 3923 WPS

Page 1: ...instructions for Washing machine W 3923 WPS 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 G M Nr 06 873 570 ...

Page 2: ...h 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 appliance or machine Please do not therefore dispose of your old machine or appliance with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection recycling centre and ensure that it presents no dange...

Page 3: ...16 Extra options 22 Short 22 Water plus 22 Pre wash 22 Further extras 22 Soak 22 Rinse hold 22 Extra rinse 22 Spinning 23 Final spin speed 23 Rinse and interim spin 23 To omit the final spin Rinse hold 23 To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin No spin 23 Delay start 24 Programme chart 26 Programme sequence 30 Garment care label symbols 32 Changing the programme sequence 33 Cancelling a ...

Page 4: ... panel 38 E Cloth 38 Extra cleaning 38 Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer 38 Cleaning the filter in the water inlet 40 Problem solving guide 41 The programme does not start 41 Fault messages in the display 42 Problems with the load size indicator or calibrating to zero 43 General problems 44 An unsatisfactory wash result 45 The door will not open 46 Opening the drum door in the event of a blo...

Page 5: ...chen run 56 Washer and Dryer stack 56 The Miele Waterproof system 57 Connection to the water supply 58 Connection to the drainage system 60 Electrical connection U K 61 Consumption data 62 Notes for test institutes 62 Technical data 63 Settings menu 65 To open the Settings menu 65 Language F 65 Time of day 65 Gentle action 66 Longer pre wash 66 Suds cooling 66 Lock code 67 Temperature unit 68 Buzz...

Page 6: ...tch the mains electricity supply If in any doubt consult a qualified electrician The electrical safety of this machine can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between the machine and an effective earthing system which complies with local and national safety regulations It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and regularly tested and where there is any doubt th...

Page 7: ...ect the user from danger In countries where there are areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches and 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 be covered by the guarantee Use This equipment may only be used in mobile installations such as sh...

Page 8: ...e instructions on the packaging If in doubt contact the Miele Customer Service Dept or your Miele Dealer Textiles which have been pre treated in solvent based cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine Never use solvent based cleaning agents e g those containing benzene in this machine as this may result in damage to component parts and create toxic...

Page 9: ...hildren touch it Accessories Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by Miele If other parts are used guarantee performance and product liability claims will be invalidated Disposal of your old machine Before discarding an old machine switch it off at the wall socket and unplug it Render the plug useless Cut off the cable directly behind the machine to prevent misuse This should...

Page 10: ...to update programming data in the future eLoad Detergent button For calling up the load size or the recommended amount of detergent and for calibrating the load size sensor to zero fExtra options buttons Various extra options can be added to the washing programmes gProgramme selector For selecting the wash programme and temperature for that programme The programme selector can be turned clockwise ...

Page 11: ...es via the display With the programme selector at the Further programmes position you can select one of the following programmes Dark garments Curtains Pillows Sportswear Outerwear Proofing Separate rinse Selecting extra options via the display By pressing the Further extras button you can select depending on the programme the following extra options Soak Rinse hold Extra rinse Operating the washi...

Page 12: ...d Menu button under 60 C alters the temperature and pressing the right hand Menu button under 1600 rpm alters the spin speed To confirm a setting Further programmes Dark garments Continue OK Pressing the left hand Menu button under Continue calls up further programmes and you can then confirm your selection of the highlighted programme by pressing the right hand Menu button under OK Operating the ...

Page 13: ...een will appear in the display every time the machine is switched on until a programme lasting longer than 1 hour has been completed The display for setting the language will then appear 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 Settings menu Sprache deutsch OK If the language shown is not the...

Page 14: ...n 15 00 Select programme Turn the programme selector to the Cottons position Press the Start Stop button At the end of the programme switch the machine off Before you can use the washing machine the load sensor has to be calibrated to zero as you would with bathroom scales Calibrating the load sensor to zero Switch on the washing machine Open the drum door Turn the programme selector to the Cotton...

Page 15: ...or old stains use the Soak extra option 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 for smaller loads Use the Load Detergent button Choosing the correct Extra option Short Soak Pre wash Select A wash programme together with the Short extra option for light ...

Page 16: ...hat the cleaning agent is rinsed off before washing the garment in the machine Do not use solvent based cleaning agents in 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 colour...

Page 17: ...ng the left hand Menu button under 60 C you can alter the temperature and by pressing the right hand Menu button under 1600 rpm you can alter the spin speed When you turn the programme selector to Further programmes these will appear in the display Further programmes Dark garments Continue OK Pressing the left hand Menu button under Continue calls up the further programmes and you can then confirm...

Page 18: ...tton to open the drum door The load size indicator display will appear Load 25 B Continue The display shows the amount of laundry loaded in the drum as a in 25 steps of the maximum load permissible for the programme selected Unfold the laundry and load loosely in the drum Mixing both large and small items gives better wash results and also helps distribute the load evenly during spinning The most ...

Page 19: ...ded 100 the full amount of detergent recommended You also need to take the level of soiling and water hardness into account It is important to dispense the correct amount because too little detergent results in Laundry not getting properly clean and with time it may become grey and hard to the touch Greasy particles clinging to the laundry Limescale deposits on the heater elements too much deterge...

Page 20: ...art the programme Press the flashing Start Stop button If a delay start time has been set then this will count down in the display At the end of the delay start time or immediately after the programme has started if no delay start time has been selected the estimated programme duration will appear in the display During the first 8 minutes the machine measures how much water is being absorbed by th...

Page 21: ...colour 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 there Important Always remove the laundry before switching the machine off This is important to ensure that the load size indicator works correctly Turn the programme selector to Stop Switch the machine off with the I On 0 Off button Close t...

Page 22: ...ue OK Select Soak by pressing the right hand Menu button under OK You can now use the display to select the soak time you require Soak duration Duration 0 30 h Increase OK Each time the left hand Menu button under Increase is pressed the soak duration is increased by 30 minutes Confirm the duration required by pressing the right hand Menu button under OK Further extras Soak Continue OK Press the l...

Page 23: ...ss the Further extras button and select the Rinse hold setting The laundry will not be spun and will remain suspended in the final rinse water This reduces creasing if the laundry is not going to be removed 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 Sta...

Page 24: ... end to xxx and the current time Delay start 9 05 from 9 05 to 10 49 Change Back A BUse the left hand Menu button under Change to select the time you want the programme to end at The first press on the button will adjust the programme end time to the next half or full hour Each subsequent press on the button will delay the programme end time by 30 minutes Delay start 9 05 from 16 16 to 18 00 Chang...

Page 25: ...18 00 Change Delete Press the right hand Menu button under Delete The selected programme will start straight away To cancel delay start Press the Start Stop button The following will appear in the display Stopped Cancel delay start Continue OK Confirm by pressing the right hand Menu button under OK Now you can select a different programme or Press the Start Stop button to start the programme strai...

Page 26: ...te Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily Extra options Pre wash Soak Short Water plus Rinse hold Extra rinse Delicates 421ac cold to 60 C Max load 2 0 kg Fabric For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres mixed fibres rayon and easy care cottons Extra options Pre wash Soak Short Rinse hold Woollens ac cold to 40 C Max load 2 0 kg Fabric Machine washable or hand washable wool or ...

Page 27: ...ut Denim often contains excess dye and will run during the first few washes Wash light and dark coloured items separately Extra options Pre wash Soak Short Rinse hold Hygiene 8 60 C Max load 6 0 kg Fabric Fabrics which will be in direct contact with the skin e g underwear nappies towelling bed linen pillow and mattress covers Note There is a longer temperature holding time in the main wash Extra o...

Page 28: ...80 cm Item Washable pillows with feather down or synthetic fillings Note Please observe the instructions on the wash care label Extra options Water plus Rinse hold Silks c cold to 30 C Max load 1 0 kg Fabric Silks and other handwashable fabrics with no wool content e g satin lace and silk Note Place tights bras etc in a washing bag Extra options Water plus Rinse hold Extra rinse Sportswear 30 C to...

Page 29: ... to provide a water and dirt resistant finish Notes The items should be freshly washed and spun or dried before proofing For best results the items should be heat treated afterwards either in a tumble dryer or by ironing Extra option Rinse hold Spin Max load 6 0 kg Notes Drain only Select No spin Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed Separate rinse Max load 6 0 kg Extra option Rinse hold...

Page 30: ...d a 2 35 L L Denim a 3 L Hygiene d a 3 44 L L Dark garments a 3 L L Curtains1 a 3 L Pillows2 a 3 L Silks e d e 2 L Sportswear d a 2 L L Outerwear b e 3 L6 L Proofing 1 L Drain Spin L Separate rinse e 2 L Starch 1 L d Low water level Medium water level e High water level a Normal wash rhythm b Gentle action c Woollens d Silks See the following page for more information about the programme sequences...

Page 31: ... for up to 30 minutes to help prevent creasing The door can be opened and laundry removed at any time during the anti crease phase 1 Pre rinse A pre rinse without detergent is carried out automatically to remove dust 2 Run up to spin A run up to spin is carried out before the wash process begins to deflate the pillows Subsequent water intake for the main wash is through compartment j 3 A second ri...

Page 32: ... 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 33: ...ne off with the I On 0 Off button To continue with the same programme Switch the machine back on with the I On 0 Off button Changing a programme 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 Spin speed It is possible to change the spin spe...

Page 34: ...ditions are present the following will appear in the display Ü Door locked Safety lock The safety lock prevents the machine from being opened or the programme cancelled during a wash programme To activate the safety lock Press and hold in the Start Stop button after the programme has started Stopped Cancel programme Continue OK By pressing the left hand Menu button under Continue the following wil...

Page 35: ...of the detergent dispenser drawer Add liquid detergent to this container for the main wash and to compartment i for the pre wash All purpose detergent for whites Detergent for coloured fabrics Detergent for delicates Cottons X X Minimum iron X X Delicates X Woollens Liquid detergent for machine washable woollens Automatic X X Shirts X X Express X X Denim X1 Hygiene X Dark garments X1 Curtains X2 X...

Page 36: ... 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 Use a quantity of detergent as for soft water Miele do not recommend connecting the machine to a household water softener Washing with several components If you wash using several components e g s...

Page 37: ...ioner channel regularly See Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Do not use powder starch formulations or viscious liquid starch in the compartment as it will clog up See below Adding fabric conditioner or starch separately Dispense in accordance with manufacturer s instructions on the packaging Add powder or viscose starch to compartment i Add the fabric conditioner or liquid starch to compart...

Page 38: ...ailable from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel glass plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals It can be washed 300 times 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 temperatur...

Page 39: ...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 39 ...

Page 40: ...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 41: ...able for unauthorised work The programme does not start Problem Possible cause Remedy The display remains dark and the programme selector is not lit up 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 Deactivate t...

Page 42: ...erproof system activated Close the stopcock The water protection system has reacted Call the Service Department Technical fault Call the Service Department There is a fault Start the programme again If the fault message appears again contact the Service Department The following flashes in the display Anti crease alternately with Check detergent Excessive foam has built up during washing Use less d...

Page 43: ...programme selector to the Cottons position Press and hold the Load Detergent button pressed in until the following message appears in the display Zero setting OK The display indicates a load greater than 25 when the drum is empty The load size sensor has been decalibrated from the zero setting Rotate the drum once If the display still indicates a load greater than 25 recalibrate the sensor to zero...

Page 44: ...rst 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 the detergent dispenser drawer The display is in a different language A different language has been selected in Settings Language J Set the language you want The f...

Page 45: ...ns 95 C programme with powder detergent but without a load A stale smell is in the drum and on laundry Low temperature washing Before washing the next load run a Cottons 95 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 solubl...

Page 46: ...e Safety lock Access via a code has been activated Deactivate the code as described in Settings menu 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 pump as described in...

Page 47: ...ter will be retained in the machine Caution if laundry has been washed at a high temperature water draining out of the machine will still be hot Danger of scalding Procedure for draining the machine Place a suitable container under the access flap When draining water from the machine do not unscrew the drain filter completely or take it right out Unscrew the drain filter lid until water runs out T...

Page 48: ... an obstruction should be removed 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 Opening the drum door Always make sure that the drum is stationary before reaching into the machine to remove laundry Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous Pull the emergency release downwards see illustr...

Page 49: ...ass when the door is open Future updates PC The indicator light marked PC is the interface used by Miele service technicians during servicing work for testing purposes and for updating the machine s programme data Appliance guarantee Please see the guarantee card supplied with your machine Optional accessories Optional accessories for this washing machine are available from your Miele Dealer or fr...

Page 50: ...able c f Flexible drain hose with detachable swivel elbow gControl panel hDetergent dispenser drawer iDrum door jAccess to drain filter drain pump and emergency release kHandle recesses for moving the machine lFour height adjustable feet Installation and connection 50 ...

Page 51: ...en moving the machine bElectricity supply cable cInlet hose with Waterproof system dDrain hose eTransit bar covers fRestraining clip for inlet hose and drain hose gRestraining clips for transit bars when removed Installation and connection 51 ...

Page 52: ...nstall 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 spinning using retaining clips available from the Miele Spare Parts Dept Installing the washing machine To manoeuvre the machine out of its packing case to its installation site hold it by the edge of the lid where it protru...

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: ... fitted over retainers a The washing machine must not be moved without the transit bars in place Store the transit bars 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 connection 54 ...

Page 55: ...he machine is delivered Using the spanner supplied turn counter nut 2 in a clockwise direction Then turn counter nut 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 counter nut 2 again using the spanner supplied until it sits firmly up against the housing All four counternuts must be firmly up against the hous...

Page 56: ...onnections for electricity water and drainage should be installed in such a way that they remain accessible when the machine is in place Fitting instructions are supplied with the conversion kit All parts marked are available from your Dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department Washer and Dryer stack A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked with the washing machine A WTV stacking kit is necessary and c...

Page 57: ...his protective sleeve A float switches off the safety valve preventing any more water from flowing into the machine and water in the suds container is pumped away 2 Electronic unit and washing machine 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 from flowing into the machine and water in the suds c...

Page 58: ...to have a non return valve as the washing machine has been designed to comply with DIN regulations The machine is designed to operate with a flow pressure of between 100 and 1 000 kPa 1 10 bar If it is higher than 1 000 kPa it is essential to fit a pressure reducing valve Connection to the mains water supply should incorporate a mains stopcock with 3 4 thread The stopcock should be fitted by a qua...

Page 59: ...nlet valve the dirt filter in the water inlet valve connection must not be removed Extension hose A 1 5 metre long metal extension hose is available from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department as an optional extra This hose is tested to withstand pressures of up to 14 000 kPa and can be used as a flexible extension to the water supply N B Using this hose renders the Waterproof syste...

Page 60: ... of more than 1 m up to a maximum of 1 8 m a second duo drain pump is available with the corresponding kit from 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...

Page 61: ...l current device RCD with a trip current of 30 mA in accordance with DIN VDE 0664 VDE 0100 Section 739 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 replace...

Page 62: ...n 1 h 00 min Hygiene 60 C 6 0 kg 1 40 55 2 h 20 min Dark garments 40 C 3 0 kg 0 60 60 1 h 05 min 1 h 15 min Curtains 40 C 2 0 kg 0 45 38 55 min Pillows 60 C 1 pillow 0 80 44 1 h 20 min Silks 30 C 1 0 kg 0 25 39 36 min Sportswear 40 C 2 0 kg 0 35 35 47 min 1 h 07min Outerwear 40 C 2 0 kg 0 45 59 53 min 1 h 03 min Proofing 40 C 2 0 kg 0 30 12 29 min Notes for test institutes 1 EN 60456 test programm...

Page 63: ...e data plate Fuse rating see data plate plug Consumption data see Consumption data Water flow pressure minimum 100 kPa 1 bar Water flow pressure maximum 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 Radio TV suppression VDE Technical data 63 ...

Page 64: ...Settings menu for changing default settings The Settings menu can be used to alter the machine s electronics to suit changing requirements Settings can be altered at any time ...

Page 65: ...veral different languages You can select the language you want via the Language sub menu The flag after the word Language acts as a guide to prevent a language which will not be understood from being set A tick L will appear beside the language to show that it has been set Time of day First select either a 24 hour or 12 hour clock You can then set the current time of day Clock format Select the cl...

Page 66: ...by 6 9 or 12 minutes The default setting for the pre wash is 25 minutes If you require a longer pre wash it can be extended A tick L will appear beside the option to show that it has been set 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 suds can damage plastic drainage pipes Suds cooling takes place when temperatures...

Page 67: ...g the right hand Menu button under OK Now enter the second number Repeat the process until all three numbers have been entered Lock code 1 2 5 Back A OK Confirm the code by pressing the right hand Menu button under OK or if you have made a mistake press the left hand Menu button under Back A The following will appear in the display X Lock code activated Entry OK Once the machine is switched off it...

Page 68: ...ramme or when Rinse hold is reached A tick L will appear beside the option to show that it has been set Keypad tone An audible tone sounds each time a button is pressed The machine is delivered with the keypad tone switched off A tick L will appear beside the option to show that it has been set Brightness There are ten different display brightness settings The machine is delivered with the display...

Page 69: ...ected the display will go out 10 minutes after a programme has started Not in current programme the machine is delivered with this option selected The standby function is switched off The display will remain visible during a programme Memory If an extra option has been selected for a programme or the recommended temperature or spin speed has been altered the machine will store the changes in memor...

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