1. Preparing the laundry
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Empty all pockets.
Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins,
paper clips, etc.) can cause damage
to garments and components in the
machine.
Check the laundry before washing
and remove any such foreign
objects.
Sorting the laundry
Sort the laundry by colour and by
care label. Most garments have a
textile care label in the collar or side
seam.
Useful tip:
Dark textiles often contain
excess dye and should be washed
separately several times before being
included in a mixed load. Always wash
white and coloured items separately.
Pre-treating stains
Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should
be cleaned as soon as possible,
preferably while still fresh. Spillages
should be carefully dabbed off using
a soft, colourfast cloth. Do not rub.
Useful tip:
Stains can be pre-treated
using some handy tricks, which can be
found in “Miele's guide to laundry care”.
Please contact Miele to obtain a copy
of this booklet.
Solvent-based cleaners (e.g. one
containing benzine) can damage
plastic parts.
When pre-treating garments, make
sure that any plastic parts (e.g.
buttons) do not come into contact
with cleaning agent.
Chemical (solvent-based)
cleaning agents can cause severe
damage to the washing machine.
Do not use solvent-based cleaning
agents in this machine.
General tips
– Curtains: Remove lead weights first
or place in a laundry bag.
– Underwiring and collar stiffeners: Any
loose wiring in bras, shirt collar
stiffeners, etc. should be removed or
sewn in.
– Close any zips, attach velcro
fasteners, fasten hooks and eyes etc.
before washing.
– Fasten duvet covers and pillow cases
to prevent small items from being
rolled up inside them.
Do not wash any items in this machine
which are specified by the manufacturer
as
not washable
on the care label (
symbol).
