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Operating instructions

for Washing machine

W 5780

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. 09 493 710

en - GB

Summary of Contents for W 5780

Page 1: ...instructions for Washing machine W 5780 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 09 493 710 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: ...ter consumption 16 Detergent 16 How to wash correctly 17 Extra quiet 19 Spinning 22 Final spin speed 22 Delay start 23 Programme chart 24 Extras 27 Programme sequence 28 Garment care label symbols 30 Changing the programme sequence 31 Cancelling a 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 Con...

Page 4: ...pear in the display and the programme stops 41 The following advice appears in the display 42 General problems 43 An unsatisfactory wash result 44 The drum door does not open when you press the Door button 45 Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and or power failure 46 Blocked drain outlet 46 After sales service 48 Future updates PC 48 Guarantee 48 Optional spare parts and ...

Page 5: ... 59 Consumption data 60 Notes for test institutes 60 Technical data 61 Programmable functions 62 To access programmable functions 62 To select a programmable function 62 To alter a programmable function 62 To come out of programmable functions 62 Language 62 Water plus 63 Gentle action 63 Suds cooling 63 Code 64 Temperature unit 65 Buzzer 65 Keypad tone 65 Brightness 65 Contrast 65 Standby display...

Page 6: ...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 cannot be held liable for damage ...

Page 7: ...en 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 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 Warning and Safety i...

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: ...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 off To sav...

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: ...nt 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 Select A wash programme together with the Short extra...

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: ...as 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...

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: ...crease and Finish Press the Door button to open the drum door The 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 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 fol...

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: ...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: ...ine for Gentle action Delicates 4321ac cold to 60 C Max load 2 5 kg Use for Delicate garments made from synthetic fibre mixed fibre rayon and easy care cotton Curtains including net curtains specified as machine washable by the manufacturer Notes Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with pre wash advisable Select No No spin for items which crease easily Cottons r s Max load 7 0 kg Use ...

Page 25: ...separately Express 20 76 cold to 40 C Max load 3 5 kg Use for Cotton and minimum iron garments that have hardly been worn or are only very lightly soiled Note The Short extra option will be activated automatically Proofing 40 C Max load 2 5 kg Use for Treating microfibre fabric skiwear and table linen made from mainly synthetic fibres to provide a water and stain resistant finish Notes The items s...

Page 26: ... 0 kg Use for Rinsing handwashed items Starching table cloths serviettes and workwear Notes Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily The laundry which is to be starched should be washed but not treated with fabric conditioner You can achieve a particularly good rinse result with two rinses by activating the Water plus extra option For this the Extra rinse option of the Water plus prog...

Page 27: ... Minimum iron X X X X X Delicates X X X X Woollens X 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 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 1 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: ...ts 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 Stop or in 3 secs 0 Keep the Start Stop button pressed in until the time has elapsed and the following appears in the display Locked 0 The safety lock is now activated It is deactivated automatically at the end of th...

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: ...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 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: ...ufacturer 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 These messages appear at the end of a programme and when the machine is switched on 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: ...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 47: ...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 48: ... 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 49: ...icity supply cable 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 49 ...

Page 50: ...supply cable cInlet hose tested to withstand pressure of at least 7 000 kPa dDrain hose eTransport clip for inlet and drain hoses fSafety cap for transit bars gTransport clip for inlet and drain hoses and for storing transit bars when not in use Installation and connection 50 ...

Page 51: ...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 the danger of the machine moving and falling off the plinth Transporting the washing machine to its installation site To manoeuvre the machine out of its packing case ...

Page 52: ... 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 52 ...

Page 53: ...ck of the washing machine Make sure that the top catch is located above the holder 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 connection...

Page 54: ...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 55: ...supplied with the conversion kit For installation under a work surface 900 910 mm from the floor a raising kit is required Connections 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 the Miele Spare Parts Department ...

Page 56: ...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 57: ... 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 58: ... 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 59: ...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 60: ...us 40 C 5 0 kg 0 52 62 1 h 29 min Delicates 30 C 2 0 kg 0 38 69 59 min Woollens 30 C 2 0 kg 0 23 39 39 min Proofing 40 C 2 5 kg 0 35 12 40 min Express 20 40 C 3 5 kg 0 32 30 20 min Dark garments Denim 40 C 3 0 kg 0 60 52 1 h 12 min Intensive plus 60 C 7 0 kg 1 65 72 2 h 47 min Shirts 60 C 2 0 kg 0 95 59 1 h 12 min Notes for test institutes The test programme conforms to EN 60456 and the energy lab...

Page 61: ...lug Fuse rating See data plate 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 See data plate Power consumption when switched off 0 25 W Power...

Page 62: ... 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 63: ... 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 64: ...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 65: ...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 66: ...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 67: ... 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 68: ...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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