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The drum door cannot be opened by pressing the Door button.

Possible cause

Remedy

The machine is not
connected to the
electricity supply.

Put the plug in the socket and switch on.

The washing machine is
not switched on.

Switch the machine on with the I-ON/0-OFF button.

The electronic
programme lock has been
activated.

This is automatically deactivated at the end of a
programme. To deactivate it early see "Locking
functions".

The electronic system
lock has been activated.

To deactivate it see "Locking functions".

Power cut.

Open the drum door as described in the section
"Opening the door in the event of a blocked drain
outlet and/or power failure".

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 fluff (drain) filter and the drain pump.

For safety reasons the drum door cannot be opened when the suds temperature
is higher than 55°C.

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Summary of Contents for W 460 WPS

Page 1: ...ructions for Washing machine W 460 WPS To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these operating instructions before it is installed or used for the first time G M Nr 05 660 521 ...

Page 2: ...en Danger of suffocation Rather than just throwing these materials away please ensure they are offered for recycling Disposal of your old appliance Old appliances contain materials which can be recycled Please contact your dealer your local waste collection centre or scrap merchant about potential recycling schemes Ensure that the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for dis...

Page 3: ...rol panel features 13 Programme selector 13 Additional option buttons 13 Spin button with indicator lights 13 Before using for the first time 14 Washing environmentally and economically 15 Energy and water consumption 15 Detergent 15 Additional options Soak Pre wash Intensive 15 When drying with a tumble dryer 15 How to wash correctly 16 Brief instructions 16 Programme chart 17 Care symbols washin...

Page 4: ...unctions 33 Electronic programme locking 33 Electronic system lock 34 Cleaning and care 35 E Cloth 35 Extra cleaning 35 Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer 36 Cleaning the filter in the water inlet 37 Problem solving guide 38 The programme does not start 38 The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on 39 A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme continues as norm...

Page 5: ... adjusting the feet 52 Building under a continuous worktop in a kitchen run 53 Washer and Dryer stack 53 The Miele Waterproof system 54 Connection to the water supply 55 Connection to the drainage system 57 Electrical connection U K 58 Consumption data 60 Note for test institutes 60 Technical data 61 Programmable functions 64 Water plus system 64 Gentle action 66 Top up rinse for COTTONS 67 Memory...

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

Page 7: ...he installation being carried out by a suitably qualified engineer Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur Frozen hoses may burst under pressure The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point Before using the machine for the first time check that the transit fitting at the rear of the machine has ...

Page 8: ...turer s instructions carefully Colour run and dye removers contain sulphur compounds which can cause damage such as corrosion Do not use these products in this machine For machines with a porthole door remember that the porthole glass will be hot when washing at very high temperatures Do not let children touch it Always make sure the drum is stationary before reaching in to remove washing Reaching...

Page 9: ...programme for very lightly soiled fabrics Programme for mixed fabrics Mixed wash Suitable for small loads of garments made from man made fibres and cotton garments which can be washed together Sort according to colour Rinse programme Separate rinse Articles are only rinsed and spun in the machine Delicates and Silks programmes In these programmes the laundry is washed and spun very gently to reduc...

Page 10: ...e cancelled during a wash programme The electronic programme locking is automatically cancelled at the end of the programme Electronic system lock The system lock prevents anyone from using the washing machine without your knowledge When the system lock is activated the door cannot be opened with the door button a programme cannot be started Future updates PC The indicator or check light marked PC...

Page 11: ... speed Rinse hold or Without spin fIndicator lights for spin speeds Rinse hold or Without spin gProgramme selector for selecting the wash programme and temperature for that programme The programme selector can be turned clockwise or anti clockwise hProgramme sequence indicator lights show which section of the wash programme has been reached iCheck lights jI ON 0 OFF button for switching the machin...

Page 12: ...utes The shortened time is achieved by for example reducing the number of rinses Soak If a soak time has been selected this is added to the programme wash time in the display to give a total running time Delay start The delay start time selected will appear in the display After the machine has started the delay start time counts down If the delay start is over 10 hours it will count down by the ho...

Page 13: ...OOLLENS Separate rinse 900 MINIMUM IRON Mixed wash 600 DELICATES 400 Silks Press the Spin button to select a different spin speed However you cannot select a spin speed higher than the maximum allowed for the basic wash programme chosen The indicator lights show the speed selected You can also omit the final spin Press the Spin button to reach Rinse hold The laundry is not spun and remains suspend...

Page 14: ...gramme without laundry and without detergent Using detergent could result in an excessive build up of foam This also activates the ball valve The ball valve prevents detergent escaping from the suds container into the sump during a wash programme thus making maximum use of the detergent Turn on the stopcock Press the I ON 0 OFF button in Turn the programme selector to COTTONS 40 C Press the Spin b...

Page 15: ... soiling For stubborn or old stains use the Soak option Detergent Do not exceed the amounts of detergent which may be recommended by the manufacturer on the packaging Reduce the amount of detergent with smaller loads approx 1 3 less than the amount recommended can be used when washing a half load Additional options Soak Pre wash Intensive Select a wash programme without any additional options for ...

Page 16: ... drum door DLoad the drum EClose the drum door FSelect a programme GSelect a spin speed HSelect any additional option required IAdd detergent JSelect delay start if required KPress the START button At the end of a programme LOpen the drum door MRemove the laundry NSwitch off the washing machine OTurn the programme selector to the Finish position PClose the drum door See the Programme chart in the ...

Page 17: ... coloured fabrics liquid detergent tablet detergent and liquid tab detergent See also Detergent section Max load 5 kg Note for test institutes For testing in accordance with EN 60456 you must use the Intensive option MINIMUM IRON 4321 876 Fabric White nylon 60 C white polyester fabrics 50 C coloured nylon polyester cotton and viscose fabrics with special finishes acrylic cotton fabrics coloured po...

Page 18: ...also Detergent section Max load 1 kg Silks c Fabric Hand washable fabrics with no wool content e g satin lace and silk Additional options Water plus Notes Laundry remains relatively crease free for easier ironing Place socks tights bras etc in a washing bag Detergent Detergent for delicates mainly liquids See also Detergent section Max load 1 kg WOOLLENS ac COLD Fabric Machine washable or hand was...

Page 19: ...her Sort according to colour Additional option Soak Pre wash Intensive Water plus Notes For heavy soiling where staining is visible use the Intensive additional option If fabrics have a high proportion of man made fibres it is advisable to programme the machine for Gentle Action See Programmable functions Detergent Powder detergent detergent for coloured fabrics liquid detergent Max load 3 kg Star...

Page 20: ...ash f single bar Synthetics Reduced medium machine action and reduced spinning Delicates If the gentle action option has been programmed into your machine via the programmable functions garments with a single bar under the care label f can also be processed using a Cottons Minimum Iron Quick wash Mixed Wash or Starch programme g broken bar Woollens Much reduced minimum machine action but with norm...

Page 21: ...for chlorine bleaching z Do not use chlorine bleach Tumble dry q At normal temperature r At low temperature s Do not tumble dry Ironing I Hot iron H Medium hot iron G Cool iron J Do not iron N B If you have any textiles with the older wash care labels select a programme according to the label below Cottons Minimum iron Delicates Woollens How to wash correctly 21 ...

Page 22: ...d be washed separately several times before being washed together with other garments Always wash whites and coloureds separately Delicate textiles should be washed separately in a delicates programme use a washing bag where appropriate Curtains Remove lead weights and strips or place in a laundry bag Underwiring and collar stiffeners Any loose wiring in bras shirt collar stiffeners etc should be ...

Page 23: ...ater try to load the maximum amount for the programme selected However be careful not to overload the machine Overloading reduces the wash result and causes more creasing EClose the drum door with a gentle swing Make sure that no garments are caught between the drum door and seal FSelect a programme Turn the programme selector to the required programme The maximum duration for the programme will a...

Page 24: ...r heavily soiled laundry and items with dried on stains Intensive For normal to heavy soiling with visible staining The duration of the main wash is increased Water plus If you want to increase the water level for a wash process you can choose one of the four options for the Water plus button The options are explained in the section on Programmable functions Water plus system The machine is set at...

Page 25: ... the manufacturer for programmes without a pre wash For programmes with 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 of the detergent dispenser drawer Add liquid detergent to this container for the main wash and to compartment i for the pre wash Pull out the detergent drawer and place detergent in the compa...

Page 26: ...h indicator light comes on the laundry can be removed from the drum This light stays on at the end of the programme and remains on until the selector is turned back to the Finish position LOpen the drum door Press the Door button MRemove the laundry Check the folds in the door seal for any small articles e g buttons which might be lodged there Check that all the items have been removed Items left ...

Page 27: ...ine cannot recognise any adjustment to the load For this reason if laundry is added or removed after the start of a programme the machine will always complete the programme cycle for a full load which can lead to an increase in the time remaining for the programme shown in the display The door cannot be opened when the suds temperature is above 55 C the water is above a certain level programme loc...

Page 28: ...f the programme selector is moved the indicator light Anti crease Finish will start flashing However the programme sequence remains unaffected The indicator light will go out again when the programme selector is moved back to the programme previously chosen Skipping a programme stage Turn the programme selector to Finish As soon as the programme sequence indicator light for the programme stage you...

Page 29: ...equence indicator lights show the stage the programme has reached COTTONS Main wash Water level low Wash rhythm normal Rinses Water level medium No of rinses 2 or 31 Spinning Rinse and interim spin2 yes Final spin yes MINIMUM IRON Main wash Water level low Wash rhythm normal Rinses Water level high No of rinses 2 or 31 Spinning Rinse and interim spin2 yes Final spin yes DELICATES Main wash Water l...

Page 30: ...rmal Final spin yes Separate rinse Water level high No of rinses 2 Final spin yes Special features in the programme sequences Anti crease At the end of every programme with the exception of the WOOLLENS programme the anti crease action switches on for a maximum of 30 minutes The door can be opened and laundry removed at any time during the anti crease phase 1 A third rinse takes place automaticall...

Page 31: ... tions when starching separately j Detergent for the main wash including Soak Fabric conditioner or liquid starch The right amount to dispense will depend on the following The quantity of laundry The soiling level of the laundry Lightly soiled No visible dirt or stains Possibly slight body odour Normally soiled Visibly dirty and or just a few slight stains Heavily soiled Stains and soiling clearly...

Page 32: ...ual starch See Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Do not add starch formulations or viscous liquid starch to the compartment as it will clog it up See Adding starch separately Adding fabric conditioner separately Add fabric conditioner to compartment Turn the programme selector to Starch Select a spin speed Press the START button Adding starch separately Use the separate Starch programme when...

Page 33: ...d when programme locking is activated Programme locking is deactivated automatically at the end of the programme Deactivating programme locking early Press the START button for at least 4 seconds until the locked check light lower right on the control panel goes out Exception If the programme selector has been moved and the Anti crease Finish indicator light is flashing in the sequence display Fir...

Page 34: ...utton and keep it pressed in while carrying out steps C to E CSlowly turn the programme selector clockwise stage by stage to COTTONS 60 C DNow slowly turn the programme selector anti clockwise stage by stage to Finish ENext slowly turn the programme selector anti clockwise stage by stage to DELICATES cold The locked check light lower right on the control panel will flash FNow release the Pre wash ...

Page 35: ...he chemicals they contain The washing machine must not be hosed down E Cloth A microfibre E Cloth is available from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department Part number 98013530 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 eve...

Page 36: ...t out of the machine Clean the detergent drawer with warm water Clean the siphon 1 Remove the siphon from compartment Wash under running warm water Clean the siphon tube in the same way 2 Replace the siphon Over time detergent residue can build up in the water jets in the top of the detergent drawer housing Before replacing the detergent drawer use a bottle brush or similar to clean them out Clean...

Page 37: ...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 38: ...indicator light comes on A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme continues as normal General problems or an unsatisfactory wash result The drum door cannot be opened by pressing the Door button The programme does not start Fault indicator Possible cause Remedy The Anti crease Finish indicator light is not on or the START indicator light is not flashing There is no power Check that ...

Page 39: ...nd the Check inlet light flashes appears in the display The water inlet is blocked Open the stopcock The buzzer sounds and the Check inlet and Check drain lights flash appears in the display The Waterproof system has reacted Call the Service Department The buzzer sounds and the Soak Pre wash or Rinses indicator light flashes in the programme sequence display appears in the display There is a fault...

Page 40: ...nt check light comes on Excessive foam has built up during washing Use less detergent next time and follow the manufacturer s instructions on dosage given on the packaging The Main wash indicator light is flashing in the programme sequence display There is a fault Start the programme again If the fault indicator occurs again contact the Service Department The Anti crease Finish indicator light fla...

Page 41: ...uttons or turn the programme selector Large residues of detergent remain in the dispenser drawer The water supply pressure is too low Clean the filter in the water inlet system It may be useful to press the Water plus button Washing powder used with water softener tends to become sticky Pour washing powder into the dispenser before adding any water softener Fabric conditioner is not completely dis...

Page 42: ...run a COTTONS 95 C programme with powder detergent but without a load See also Extra cleaning in Cleaning and Care There are white residues which look like pow der detergent on dark col oured laundry The detergent contained compounds zeolites to aid water softening which are not soluble in water These have ended up on the laundry Try and brush off the residues with a soft brush once the laundry is...

Page 43: ...ly see Locking functions The electronic system lock has been activated To deactivate it see Locking functions Power cut Open the drum door as described in the section Opening the door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and or power failure 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...

Page 44: ...s of water 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 fluff filter completely or take it right out Unscrew the fluff filter lid until water run...

Page 45: ...bstruction should be removed Put the fluff filter back in place and secure Make sure the fluff 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 illustration...

Page 46: ...k cover for the address When contacting the Service Department please quote the model and serial number of your appliance both of which are shown on the data plate visible at the top inside of the door above the porthole glass when the door is open Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to improve our service Problem solving guide 46 ...

Page 47: ...c f Flexible drain hose with detachable swivel elbow gFacia panel with controls hDetergent dispenser drawer iDrum door jFlap for fluff filter drain pump and emergency release kHandle recesses for moving the machine lFour height adjustable feet Installation and connection 47 ...

Page 48: ...when moving the machine bElectricity supply cable cInlet hose with Waterproof system dDrainage hose eTransit bar covers fRestraining clip for Inlet hose Drain hose Electricity supply cable Transit bars when removed Installation and connection 48 ...

Page 49: ... 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 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 protrudes to the...

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: ... 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 51 ...

Page 52: ...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 53: ...supplied with the conversion kit All parts marked are available from the Miele Spare Parts or Sales Department The fitting of building under kits and stacking kits must only be undertaken by qualified and competent persons in accordance with the instructions supplied with the kit Washer and Dryer stack A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked with the washing machine A stacking kit is necessary and can...

Page 54: ...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 appliance A float switches off the safety valves preventing any more water from flowing into the machine and water in the suds con...

Page 55: ...r proof system must only be connected to its own stopcock It must not be connected to mixer taps or similar and must not be fitted in areas where there is the risk of water or other liquids reaching it Do not get wet The protective sleeve of the hose must not be damaged or kinked Installation and connection 55 ...

Page 56: ...ppropriate The washing machine is not suitable for connection to a hot water supply and connection to a household wa ter softener is not recommended Maintenance and care If you intend to unscrew the Miele Waterproof system hose from the stopcock it is essential to disconnect the machine from the electricity supply first Only use a Miele Waterproof system hose should you need a replacement In order...

Page 57: ... 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 58: ...e wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green yellow earth Blue neutral Brown live Where it is necessary to change plugs if the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance do not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals of your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the termin...

Page 59: ... elsewhere in the house electric shock hazard 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 is obtained The colour of the correct replacement cover is that of the coloured insert in the base of the plug or the colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug as applicable to the design of plug fit...

Page 60: ... 5 kg 0 45 49 1 h 00 min 1 h 15 min DELICATES 30 C 1 0 kg 0 35 65 49 min 59 min Silks 30 C 1 0 kg 0 24 39 36 min WOOLLENS 30 C 2 0 kg 0 23 35 40 min 1 EN 60456 test programme Note for test institutes For testing in accordance with EN 60456 you must use the Intensive option Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given depending on water pressure water hardness water inlet temperature roo...

Page 61: ...ated load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate Consumption data see Consumption data Minimum water flow pressure 1 bar 100 kPa Maximum water flow pressure 10 bar 1000 kPa Inlet hose length 1 60 m Drain hose length 1 50 m Connection cable length 1 60 m Drain pump head max 1 00 m Drain pump length max 5 00 m Test marks VDE radio and television suppressed Technical data 61 ...

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Page 63: ...Programmable functions for changing standard settings ...

Page 64: ...lus additional option button The settings are as follows Setting 1 an increase in the rinse water level for the programmes listed Setting 2 an increase in the water level in the main wash and rinses for the programmes listed the washing machine is delivered with setting 2 programmed as standard Setting 3 an extra rinse cycle in the COTTONS and MINIMUM IRON programmes Setting 4 an increase in the w...

Page 65: ... the display alternating with the number 2 In addition one of the following numbers will appear on the right of the display 1 2 3 or 4 FPress the START button to toggle between the varous settings The number on the right of the display shows which setting is selected 1 Setting 1 is selected increased water level in the rinses 2 Setting 2 is selected increased water level in the main wash and in th...

Page 66: ...buttons in combination with the programme selector Before you begin first ensure that The washing machine is switched off The drum door is closed The programme selector is at Finish APress the additional option buttons Intensive and Water plus at the same time hold pressed in and B switch the machine on with the I ON 0 OFF button CLet go of all these buttons P 0 appears in the display DTurn the pr...

Page 67: ...bination with the programme selector Before you begin first ensure that The washing machine is switched off The drum door is closed The programme selector is at Finish A Press the additional option buttons Intensive and Water plus at the same time hold pressed in and B switch the machine on with the I ON 0 OFF button CLet go of all these buttons P 0 appears in the display DTurn the programme selec...

Page 68: ...ith the programme selector Before you begin first ensure that The washing machine is switched off The drum door is closed The programme selector is at Finish A Press the additional option buttons Intensive and Water plus at the same time hold pressed in and B switch the machine on with the I ON 0 OFF button CLet go of all these buttons P 0 appears in the display DTurn the programme selector to Sep...

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Page 72: ...Alteration rights reserved 1103 This paper consists of cellulose which has been bleached without the use of chlorine M Nr 05 660 521 01 ...

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