Contents
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Changing the programme sequence
................................................................ 39
Cancelling a programme ....................................................................................... 39
Interrupting a programme...................................................................................... 39
Changing a programme......................................................................................... 39
Adding or removing laundry after the programme has started ............................. 40
Safety lock............................................................................................................. 41
Detergent
............................................................................................................. 42
The correct detergent............................................................................................ 42
Water softeners ..................................................................................................... 42
Dispensing aids ..................................................................................................... 42
Fabric conditioner and liquid starch ...................................................................... 42
Miele recommended detergents ........................................................................... 43
Recommended detergents in accordance with Directive (EU) Nr. 1015/2010...... 44
Cleaning and care
............................................................................................... 46
Cleaning the drum (Hygiene info) .......................................................................... 46
External casing and fascia panel........................................................................... 46
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer ............................................................. 46
Cleaning the water inlet filters ............................................................................... 48
Problem solving guide
........................................................................................ 49
The programme does not start.............................................................................. 49
The following fault messages appear in the display and the programme stops... 50
A message appears in the display at the end of the programme ......................... 51
General problems with the washing machine ....................................................... 52
An unsatisfactory wash result ............................................................................... 54
The door will not open........................................................................................... 55
Opening the door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure ..... 56
After sales service
............................................................................................... 58
Repairs .................................................................................................................. 58
Guarantee: U.K. ..................................................................................................... 58
Guarantee: Other countries ................................................................................... 58
Optional accessories............................................................................................. 58
Installation and connection
................................................................................ 59
Front view .............................................................................................................. 59
Rear view............................................................................................................... 60
Installation surface ................................................................................................ 61
Transporting the washing machine to its installation site...................................... 61
Removing the transit bars ..................................................................................... 61
Re-fitting the transit bars....................................................................................... 63