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Operating the washing machine

Control panel

Display with sensors

See the next page for more
information.

Start/Stop button

For starting the programme selected
and cancelling a programme once it
has started.

Temperature button

For selecting the temperature.

Spin speed button

For selecting the spin speed.

Delay start button

For selecting Delay start.

Extra option buttons

Various options can be added to the
wash programmes.

Programme selector

For selecting the wash programme.

PC optical interface

For service technicians.

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button

For switching the washing machine
on and off.
To save energy, the washing machine
will switch off automatically 15
minutes after the end of the
programme/Anti-crease phase or
after being switched on if no other
selection is made.

Summary of Contents for WMR 861 WPS

Page 1: ...ng instructions Washing machine To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time en AU NZ M Nr 11 007 160 ...

Page 2: ...9 Setting the time of day if required 19 Start the calibration programme 20 TwinDos 21 Washing environmentally and economically 22 EcoFeedback 23 1 Preparing the laundry 24 2 Selecting a programme 25 3 Loading the washing machine 26 4 Selecting programme settings 27 5 Adding detergent 29 TwinDos 29 Detergent dispenser drawer 30 CapDosing 31 6 Starting the programme the end of the programme 33 Spin...

Page 3: ...ash programme chart ProgrammeManager 51 Wash programme chart Extra options 52 Wash programme chart Further options 53 Programme sequence 54 Garment care label symbols 57 Changing the programme sequence 58 Cancelling a programme 58 Interrupting a programme 58 Changing a programme and settings 58 Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started 59 Detergent 61 The correct detergent 61 Deterg...

Page 4: ... Problems with TwinDos 75 General problems with the washing machine 76 An unsatisfactory wash result 78 The door will not open 79 Opening the door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and or power cut 80 After sales service 82 Repairs 82 Warranty 82 Optional accessories 82 Installation and connection 83 Front view 83 Rear view 84 Installation surface 85 Transporting the washing machine to its in...

Page 5: ...tion 105 PIN Code 106 Temperature unit 106 Display brightness 106 Display switch off status 106 Appliance switch off status 107 Display maximum load 107 Memory 107 Water intake 108 Longer pre wash Cottons 108 Soak duration 108 Gentle action 109 Reduce temp 109 Water plus level 109 Maximum rinse level 109 Suds cooling 110 Low water pressure 110 Anti crease 110 Delay start 110 Optional accessories 1...

Page 6: ...lectrical and electronic appliances often contain valuable materials They also contain specific materials compounds and components which were essential for their correct function and safety These could be hazardous to human health and to the environment if disposed of with your domestic waste or if handled incorrectly Please do not therefore dispose of your old appliance with your household waste ...

Page 7: ...nvironments by guests in hotel or motel rooms bed breakfasts and other typical living quarters This does not include common shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels motels or bed breakfasts The washing machine is not suitable for outdoor use It must only be used to wash garments which have been declared suitable for washing by the manufacturer indicated on the garment care label An...

Page 8: ...of the washing machine and do not let them play with it Technical safety Please observe the instructions in Installation and connection and Technical data Before setting up the washing machine check it for any externally visible damage Do not install or use a damaged machine Before connecting the washing machine ensure that the connection data on the data plate fuse rating voltage and frequency ma...

Page 9: ...apter extension lead or similar These do not guarantee the required safety of the machine fire hazard due to the risk of overheating Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spare parts Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when Miele replacement parts are used The electrical socket must be easily accessible after installation so that the machine can be disconnected ...

Page 10: ...the machine must be examined by a competent person before further use and repaired if necessary The water flow pressure must be at least 100 kPa and should not exceed 1000 kPa This washing machine must not be installed and operated in mobile installations e g on a ship Do not make any alterations to the machine unless authorised to do so by Miele This washing machine is supplied with a special lam...

Page 11: ...both the machine and adjacent furniture or appliances Turn off the tap 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 f...

Page 12: ...commends using Miele descaler for washing machines which is available to order online at shop miele com depending on country or from Miele Strictly observe the instructions on the packaging Textiles which have been pre treated in solvent based cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine Do not use solvent based cleaning agents e g those containing be...

Page 13: ...hould avoid their skin coming into contact with detergent Accessories Only use genuine Miele spare parts and accessories with this appliance If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used this will invalidate the warranty and Miele cannot accept liability A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked on top of a Miele washing machine using the appropriate stacking kit available as an option...

Page 14: ...or selecting the spin speed e Delay start button For selecting Delay start f Extra option buttons Various options can be added to the wash programmes g Programme selector For selecting the wash programme h PC optical interface For service technicians i button For switching the washing machine on and off To save energy the washing machine will switch off automatically 15 minutes after the end of th...

Page 15: ...consumption of the programme Please also refer to Washing environmentally and economically EcoFeedback Sensors to light up when the display can be operated via the sensors Programme duration After the programme has started the programme duration will appear in the display in hours and minutes When Delay start is being used the programme duration will appear after the Delay start time has elapsed D...

Page 16: ... list to the next option and touching the sensor scrolls up the list to the next option The OK sensor is used to activate the option highlighted in white The beginning or end of the list is marked by a dotted line The bar on the right hand side moves with you as you scroll through the list to show you which option you have reached Scrolling through and selecting options from a multiple option list...

Page 17: ...ting detergent cartridges The detergent cartridges removed from the drum are components of the Miele 2 phase system consisting of 1 UltraPhase 1 base detergent 2 UltraPhase 2 detergent enhancer The detergent cartridges are disposable products New detergent cartridges can be obtained from the Miele online shop or directly from Miele see the end of this booklet for details Empty cartridges should be...

Page 18: ...ss the yellow button above the cartridge to release the lock Pull out the cartridge Removing the protective foil and stickers Please remove the protective foil from the door any stickers from the front and the lid Exception warning labels must not be removed Please do not remove any labels e g the data plate which are visible when you open the door This washing machine has undergone a complete fun...

Page 19: ...ars A reminder to remove the transit bars will appear in the display Failure to remove the transit bars can result in damage to the washing machine and to adjacent cabinetry or appliances Remove the transit bars as described in Installation and connection Confirm the removal of the transit bars with the OK sensor Setting the time of day if required The display for setting the time will appear Firs...

Page 20: ...ation has been carried out Turn on the tap Turn the programme selector to Cottons Cottons 10 30 90 C 1600 rpm Duration 1 55h Press the Start Stop button The calibration programme is started It will take approximately 2 hours At the end of the programme the following message will appear in the display Set up completed Reach under the door grip and pull the door open Switch the washing machine off w...

Page 21: ...nt and or fabric softener These are available to order from Miele or via the internet at shop miele com see end of this booklet for details How TwinDos works Automatic detergent dispensing for a wash cycle is activated via the Dos sensor Useful tip The washing machine is delivered preset for the Miele 2 Phase system for hardness range I The settings only need to be changed if you wish to use a dif...

Page 22: ...atures e g 20 C Washing using lower temperature settings will save energy To maintain the hygiene of the machine carry out a hot wash above 60 C using powder detergent at regular intervals Hygiene info will appear in the display to remind you to carry out a hot wash Use the hot water connection to save energy Detergent consumption For precise dispensing use automatic detergent dispensing Adjust th...

Page 23: ..._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ The more bars visible the higher the energy or water consumption The estimate will vary depending on the wash programme temperature and any Extra options selected The display will change automatically or you can return to the standard display by touching the OK sensor 2 Actual consumption You can view the actual amount of energy and water used by a programme both during and at the ...

Page 24: ... 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...

Page 25: ...r the programme selected will appear in the display This will then be replaced by the standard display B Selecting a programme using the programme selector at the Further programmes position and the display Turn the programme selector to the Further programmes setting The following appears in the display Further programmes Automatic plus Dark garments Shirts Touch the or sensor until the programme...

Page 26: ...es cleaning efficiency and causes creases 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 Useful tip Please note the maximum load for the different wash programmes The relevant programme load is always shown in the display when you select a programme Closing the door Make sure that...

Page 27: ...h automatic detergent dispensing the adjustment of the rinse water level the programme durations with light soiling the programme duration will be shorter In the Express 20 programme the degree of soiling cannot be selected Express 20 is designed for lightly soiled laundry Useful tip You can alter the default setting for the degree of soiling or switch off the degree of soiling query in Settings s...

Page 28: ...n with the OK sensor Selecting Extra options Press the button for the Extra option you want The indicator light in the button will come on Not all Extra options are suitable for use with every programme You can only select options which are compatible with the programme being used see Extra options Switching on Delay start The start of a programme can be delayed from 15 minutes up to 24 hours allo...

Page 29: ...with the OK sensor UltraPhase 1 and UltraPhase 2 will be dispensed accordingly Liquid detergent Fabric softener It is possible to use other types of liquid detergent fabric softener Refillable TwinDos containers optional accessories are required for this The washing machine s electronic settings need to be adjusted accordingly See Settings TwinDos Press the Dos sensor Select agent Both agents Back...

Page 30: ...am which causes a low level of agitation and poor wash rinse and spin results high 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 Detergent for the pre wash divide the total recommended amount as follows add to compartment and to compartment Detergent for the main wash includin...

Page 31: ...ding on country or from Miele see the end of this booklet for contact details Keep capsules out of the reach of children Activating CapDosing Touch the Cap sensor The first type of capsule which can be selected for the programme will appear in the display CapDosing Cap Cap Cap Select the type of capsule you want with the and sensors and confirm your selection with the OK sensor Inserting a capsule...

Page 32: ...e dispose of the capsule and do not re use it The wash programme will dispense the contents of the capsule at the correct time Water intake to the compartment is solely via the capsule No additional fabric softener may be added to the compartment when using a capsule Remove the empty capsule at the end of the programme For technical reasons a small amount of water will remain in the capsule Deacti...

Page 33: ...ected this will count down in the display until the programme starts At the end of the Delay start time or immediately after the programme has started if no Delay start time has been selected the programme duration will appear in the display The programme sequence is also shown in the display The washing machine lets you know which section of the programme has been reached The drum lighting switch...

Page 34: ...e next wash or become discoloured themselves Check that all items have been removed from the drum Check the folds in the door seal for any small articles e g buttons which might be lodged there Close the door Otherwise there is a danger of objects being placed inadvertently in the drum If these remained unnoticed and were washed in the next load they could damage the laundry An open door is also a...

Page 35: ...re Final spin speed in the programme When a programme is selected the optimum spin speed for that programme will appear in the display For programmes marked with a in the chart the optimum spin speed is not the maximum spin speed You can reduce the final spin speed or depending on the programme increase it However you cannot select a final spin speed higher than that shown in the chart Rinse and i...

Page 36: ...ine will display the maximum spin speed possible You can select a spin speed lower than this Start the final spin with the Start Stop button To end the programme Use the Spin speed button to select the 0 rpm setting Without spin and press the Start Stop button The water will be pumped away Omitting rinse and interim spin and the final spin Press the Spin speed button Select the 0 rpm setting After...

Page 37: ...entry is set to 00 and can be adjusted in 15 minute increments Use the and sensors to enter the minutes and confirm your entry with the OK sensor Useful tip The values will count upwards and downwards automatically if you keep your finger on the or sensor Beginning Delay start Press the Start Stop button to begin Delay start and the wash programme The following will appear in the display Cottons 1...

Page 38: ... Start now Back Touch the sensor Start now will be highlighted in white Touch the OK sensor The wash programme will start Cancelling Delay start Press the Start Stop button Selection Add laundry Cancel Delay start Save as a Favourite programme Touch the OK sensor The standard display will reappear and the Start Stop button will flash ...

Page 39: ...hirts etc Note With the actual wash temperature reached will be lower than 60 C although the wash performance is the same as with the standard Cottons 60 C programme Cottons Max load 9 0 kg Items Normally soiled cotton garments Note These settings are the most efficient in terms of energy and water consumption for washing cottons Energy labelling programme according to AS NZS 2040 1 AS NZS 2040 2 ...

Page 40: ... dark coloured items separately Close any zips do up buttons etc before washing Outerwear Cold to 40 C Max load 2 5 kg Items Performance outerwear e g jackets and trousers made from membrane fabric such as Gore Tex SYMPATEX WINDSTOPPER etc Notes Zip up or close jackets before washing Do not use fabric softener If required these garments can also be re proofed using the Proofing programme Proofing ...

Page 41: ...x 2 00 m Items Quilts duvets and pillows with feather or down filling Notes Remove air from the items before washing to prevent an excessive build up of foam To do this either push the items into a narrow laundry bag to compress them or tie the items together with a washable strap Please observe the instructions on the wash care label Silks Cold to 30 C Max load 1 0 kg Items Silks and other hand w...

Page 42: ... the spin speed for items which crease easily Starch Max load 9 0 kg Items Starching table cloths serviettes and workwear Notes Reduce the spin speed for items which crease easily Laundry that is to be starched should be washed but not treated with fabric softener Down filled items Cold to 60 C Max load 2 0 kg Items Jackets sleeping bags pillows and other down filled items Notes Remove air from th...

Page 43: ...ing and polyester fabric Note Use this programme to wash any manufacturing residues out of new items Pillows Cold to 60 C 2 pillows 40 x 80 cm or 1 pillow 80 x 80 cm Items Synthetic filled washable pillows Notes Remove air from the items before washing to prevent an excessive build up of foam To do this either push the items into a narrow laundry bag to compress them or tie the items together with...

Page 44: ...ny laundry The drum must be empty for this machine maintenance wash Freshen up Max load 1 0 kg Items Dry clean cotton linen or mixed fibre garments which are slightly creased The garments must be suitable for drying in a tumble dryer and suitable for ironing Notes Smaller loads give a better result Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and then tumble dry using the Gentle smoothing...

Page 45: ... the laundry is cleaned particularly quickly and thoroughly Express 20 Cold to 40 C Max load 3 5 kg Items Cotton garments that have hardly been worn or are only very lightly soiled Note The Short Extra option is activated automatically Steam care Max load 2 0 kg Items Reduces the amount of creasing in damp freshly washed and spun cotton or linen garments The garments must be suitable for drying in...

Page 46: ...vate safety lock Back Confirm with the OK sensor Entering a name You can enter any name of up to 10 characters for the programme Enter name A B C D E Scroll through the list of characters with the and sensors until the first character you require is highlighted in white Confirm the character with the OK sensor Useful tip Key to the symbols space numbers upper case lower case delete back Saving a n...

Page 47: ...s you will need to delete one of these before you can save a new one Turn the programme selector to Favourites Select the Delete option in the display Select the favourite programme you want to delete and confirm with the OK sensor Confirm Delete with the OK sensor The favourite programme will be deleted ...

Page 48: ...ted with have a next to it and the following will appear in the display Mixed items Change Add to selection Finish selection Display selection You can now select the following Add another item Change Add to selection Wash the items selected Finish selection Display the items as a list Display selection Delete the entire list of selected items Clear selection completely Select the option you want w...

Page 49: ...ng efficiency This is achieved by increasing the wash duration and at the same time reducing the wash temperature selected Extra gentle This option decreases mechanical action in order to reduce creasing Extra quiet This option reduces noise levels during the programme Use this if you want to wash during quiet periods for instance when children are sleeping The machine will activate the Rinse hold...

Page 50: ...lect a maximum of three stains per wash cycle Further options Soak For heavily soiled and stained items with protein stains A duration of between 30 minutes and 5 hours can be chosen for the soak process in 30 minute increments See Settings for more information The factory default setting is 30 minutes Rinse hold The laundry is not spun after the final rinse and remains in the final rinse water Th...

Page 51: ... quiet Allergo Wash Cottons X X X X X Minimum iron X X X X X Delicates X X X X X Woollens X Denim X X X X X Outerwear X X X X X Automatic plus X X X X X Dark garments X X X X X Shirts X X X X X Down duvets X X X X Silks X Sportswear X X X X X Proofing X Separate rinse X Starch X Curtains X X X X X First wash X X Pillows X X X X X Express 20 X X Can be selected Cannot be selected ...

Page 52: ...ttons X X X Minimum iron X X X Delicates X X X Denim X X X Outerwear X X Automatic plus X X Dark garments X X X Shirts X 1 X X Sportswear X X Separate rinse X Down Items X Curtains X X Pillows X Freshen up X 2 Mixed items depending on the items selected QuickPowerWash X Express 20 X X 1 Steam care X 2 X Can be selected 1 Can be deselected Cannot be selected 2 Cannot be deselected ...

Page 53: ...n X X X X X Delicates X X X X X Woollens X Denim X X X X X Outerwear X X X X X Automatic plus X X X Dark garments X X X X X Shirts X X X X X Down duvets X X X X Silks X Sportswear X X X X X Proofing X Separate rinse X Starch X Down Items X X X X Curtains X X 1 X X First wash X X X Pillows X X X X Mixed items depending on the items selected QuickPowerWash X X Express 20 X X Can be selected 1 Can be...

Page 54: ...lens 2 Denim 2 4 2 3 Outerwear 3 4 3 Automatic plus 2 4 2 3 Dark garments 3 5 2 3 Shirts 3 4 3 Down duvets 4 3 4 3 Silks 2 Sportswear 2 3 3 Proofing 1 Separate rinse 2 Starch Down filled items 4 3 4 3 Curtains 3 4 3 First wash 2 3 3 Pillows 4 3 4 3 Drain Spin Clean machine 3 Mixed items depending on the items selected QuickPowerWash 2 Express 20 1 ...

Page 55: ...ti 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 and Silks programmes The door can be opened at any time during the anti crease phase 1 If a temperature of 60 C or higher is selected and with and two rinses are carried out If a temperature of less than 60 C is selected...

Page 56: ... present There is a small to medium sized laundry load in the Cottons programme or in the Minimum iron programme The temperature selected does not exceed 60 C The final spin speed selected must not be lower than 600 rpm CapDosing has not been selected for the main wash With some options e g Pre wash Water plus PowerWash 2 0 is not activated Special features Drenching phase The washing machine will...

Page 57: ...me Garment care label symbols Cottons Minimum iron Delicates Woollens Silks Express 20 Automatic plus Drying The number of dots indicates the drying temperature Normal temperature Low temperature Do not tumble dry Ironing The number of dots indicates the ironing temperature approx 200 approx 150 approx 110 Do not steam iron garments carrying this symbol as this could cause irreversible damage Do n...

Page 58: ...shing machine off with the button Switch the washing machine back on with the button to continue with the same programme Changing a programme and settings Programme After the start of a programme it is no longer possible to select a different programme Temperature The temperature can be changed within the first five minutes except in the Cottons programme Press the Temperature button Use the and O...

Page 59: ...ove items Close the door Press the Start Stop button The programme will continue Please note the following Once a programme has started the washing machine 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 assuming a full load The door cannot be opened if the suds temperatur...

Page 60: ...with the or sensors to Selection Activate safety lock Back Cancel programme Touch the OK sensor The following will appear in the display Locked The safety lock is now activated Deactivating the safety lock Press the Start Stop button The following appears in the display Selection Save as a Favourite programme Deactivate safety lock Back Use the sensor to scroll through the list to Deactivate safet...

Page 61: ... the water hardness level in your area Detergent dispensing aids Use dispensing aids e g balls if these are supplied with the detergent particularly when using liquid detergent Refill packs of detergent When purchasing detergent buy refill packs wherever possible This helps reduce the amount of waste packaging Fabric softeners and liquid starch Fabric softeners make garments soft to handle and hel...

Page 62: ...depending on country or from Miele Miele UltraPhase 1 2 Miele Cap Miele Cap Miele Cap Cottons Minimum iron Delicates Woollens Denim Outerwear Automatic plus Dark garments Shirts Down duvets Silks Sportswear Proofing Separate rinse Down filled items Curtains First wash Pillows Mixed items QuickPowerWash Express 20 Recommended Sportswear Fabric Softener Not recommended Down items Booster WoolCare ...

Page 63: ...Minimum iron Delicates Woollens Denim 1 Outerwear Automatic plus Dark garments 1 Shirts Down duvets Silks Sportswear Down filled items 1 Curtains 2 First wash Pillows 1 Clean machine 2 Mixed items depending on the items selected observe the information in the display QuickPowerWash Express 20 1 Recommended 1 Liquid detergent Not recommended 2 Powder detergent ...

Page 64: ...th fabric softener Touch the Dos sensor Activate the appropriate container Fabric softener will be dispensed in the last rinse Manual dispensing Add the fabric softener or liquid starch to the compartment or insert the appropriate capsule Do not exceed the maximum level mark It will be automatically dispensed in the final rinse At the end of the programme a small amount of water will remain in the...

Page 65: ...cturer s instructions carefully When using the washing machine to dye fabric it is essential to select the Water plus option Adding fabric softener separately Add fabric softener to the compartment or insert the appropriate capsule Select the Separate rinse programme Change the spin speed if necessary Activate the Cap sensor if using a capsule Press the Start Stop button Adding starch separately A...

Page 66: ... a well wrung out cloth Wipe dry with a soft cloth The drum can be cleaned using a suitable proprietary stainless steel cleaning agent following the manufacturer s instructions on the packaging Do not use solvents abrasive cleaners glass cleaners or all purpose cleaning agents These might damage plastic surfaces and other components because of the chemicals they contain Cleaning the detergent disp...

Page 67: ...the siphon from compartment and rinse under warm running water Clean the siphon tube in the same way 2 Refit the siphon Clean the fabric softener channel using a brush and warm water 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 Replace the detergent dispenser drawer Useful t...

Page 68: ...until the standard display lights up Touch the and sensors at the same time until the following appears in the display Settings Language TwinDos Time The Settings menu is activated Touch the sensor to select the TwinDos option and activate this with the OK sensor Touch the sensor to select the TwinDos Maintenance option and activate this with the OK sensor TwinDos Maintenance Maintenance compartme...

Page 69: ...s to the water supply First turn off the tap Unscrew the inlet hose from the tap Remove the rubber seal 1 from the recess Using pointed pliers take hold of the plastic filter bar 2 and remove Put the filter and seal back in the reverse order and reconnect the hose Turn on the tap and check the connection is watertight If water drips out tighten the connection Never forget to put the filter back in...

Page 70: ...d liable for unauthorised work The programme does not start Problem Possible cause and remedy The control panel remains dark There is no power to the machine Check whether the mains plug is plugged in and switched on Check whether the circuit breaker has tripped The washing machine has switched off automatically to save energy Switch the machine back on You are asked to enter a code Access via a c...

Page 71: ...fficient water pressure The filter in the water inlet is blocked Clean the filter Technical fault F If restart is unsuccessful call Miele There is a fault Disconnect the washing machine from the mains electricity supply either by switching off at the wall socket and withdrawing the plug or by disconnecting it at the circuit breaker Wait at least 2 minutes before reconnecting the washing machine to...

Page 72: ...s Start the programme again after cleaning the jet If the fault message appears again contact Miele The washing machine can still be used but with reduced functionality Align the washing machine The smoothing process which the laundry undergoes at the end of the programme could not be carried out properly Check whether the washing machine is aligned correctly as described in Installation and conne...

Page 73: ...ree of soiling of the laundry If necessary reduce the dosage amount by increments of 10 Hygiene info Start a programme with a minimum temperature of 75 C A programme of at least 60 C has not been run for a long period of time In order to prevent bacteria and unpleasant odours building up in the machine run the Clean machine programme using Miele dishwasher and washing machine cleaner or powder det...

Page 74: ... the Operating instructions TwinDos or automatic dispensing via compartment has not been used for a long time Use TwinDos for one of your next loads Carry out the TwinDos maintenance programme as described in Cleaning and care TwinDos maintenance TwinDos Maintenance for compartments and must be started in the Settings TwinDos Maintenance menu Refer to the Operating instructions TwinDos or automati...

Page 75: ...ensor before running the next programme Automatic dispensing will be activated No detergent fabric softener was dispensed although automatic dispensing was activated Try again If detergent is still not dispensed call Miele There are dark specks in the liquid detergent Mould has developed in the detergent Pour the liquid detergent out of the container and then clean the container thoroughly ...

Page 76: ...nt residue remain in the detergent dispenser drawer The water pressure is too low Clean the filter in the water inlet It may be useful to select the Water plus Extra option Powder detergent used with water softeners can become sticky Clean the detergent dispenser drawer and in future add washing powder and then add the water softener Fabric softener is not completely dispensed or too much water re...

Page 77: ...s placed is blocked Clean the small pipe The display is in a different language A different language has been selected in Settings Language Set the language you want The flag symbol will guide you The display is dark The display has switched off automatically to save energy Standby mode Press any button Standby comes to an end Steam comes out of the detergent dispenser drawer while steam is being ...

Page 78: ...tergent were used to break down the particles of grease in heavily soiled laundry Use more detergent or liquid detergent Before washing the next load run the Clean machine programme using the Miele IntenseClean washing machine cleaner or a powder detergent White residues which look like powder detergent are seen on dark textiles after washing The detergent contained compounds zeolites to aid water...

Page 79: ...gramme The water will be pumped away Extra cooling appears in the display after a programme has been cancelled For safety reasons the door cannot be opened if the suds temperature is higher than 55 C Wait until the temperature in the drum has decreased and the message has gone out in the display The door will not open after the Steam care or Freshen up programme has finished The Steam care or Fres...

Page 80: ...fully allow all suds to drain off Procedure for draining the machine When removing the drain filter do not remove it completely Place a suitable container under the access panel e g a universal oven tray Slowly unscrew the filters until water runs out Be careful not to release too much water at once If the flow of water is too strong some water can seep into the machine base and activate the water...

Page 81: ...ss panel Risk of water damage Make sure the drain filters are securely tightened Otherwise there is a risk of water leakage during use Replace the drain filters correctly and tighten them securely Opening the door Danger of injury due to rotating drum Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous Danger of injury Always make sure that the drum is stationary before reaching in to remove laundr...

Page 82: ...Miele please quote the model and serial number of your machine both of which are visible on the data plate above the porthole glass when the door is open Warranty The manufacturer s warranty for this appliance is 2 years See the warranty card supplied with the washing machine for further details Optional accessories Optional spare parts and accessories for this washing machine are available from M...

Page 83: ...m for cold water and hot water connection b Electrical connection c Flexible drain hose with detachable swivel elbow d Control panel e Detergent dispenser drawer f Door g Access to filters pumps and emergency release h Access panel for TwinDos containers i Four height adjustable feet ...

Page 84: ...lectrical connection d Protruding lid for holding when moving the machine e Waterproof system inlet hose for cold mains water f Waterproof system inlet hose for alternative water supplies g Safety caps for transit bars h Shaft for WiFi module i Transport clips for inlet and drain hoses and for storing transit bars when not in use ...

Page 85: ...ists and not only to the floorboards Check for the presence of pipes and cables first Useful tip If possible install the machine in a corner as this is usually the most stable part of the floor Transporting the washing machine to its installation site Make sure the fixings at the back of the lid are secure Otherwise there is a danger of the lid being pulled off when carrying the appliance Before c...

Page 86: ...Installation and connection 86 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 ...

Page 87: ...transit bars to the back of the washing machine Make sure the top catch is located above the holder The washing 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 refitted if the machine is to be moved again e g when moving house Refitting the transit bars Refitting is carried out by reversing the procedure ...

Page 88: ...et are screwed in when the 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 that the washing machine is standing level Hold foot 1 securely with a pipe wrench Turn counter nut 2 anti clockwise using the spanner supplied until it sits firmly up against the housing All four ...

Page 89: ...tact can be pushed under a worktop if there is space to do so Washer and dryer stack A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked with the washing machine The appropriate WTV stacking kit to match your tumble dryer is required All parts marked are available from Miele Please note the following a at least 2 cm b WTV without drawer 172 cm WTV with drawer 181 cm c 65 cm ...

Page 90: ...ese valves provide two fold protection In the event that one of the valves is faulty the other valve will cut off the water intake Blocking the water intake at the tap means that the inlet hoses are only under pressure whilst water is being taken into the machine For the remainder of the time pressure on the inlet hoses is negligible Protection against the solenoid valves bursting The solenoid val...

Page 91: ... the suds container is pumped away Overflow protection If the water level exceeds a certain level the drain pump switches in and pumps the excess water away in a controlled manner Should the water level rise repeatedly in an uncontrolled way the drain pump will switch on continuously the washing machine will indicate that there is a fault and a tone will sound Drain hose The drain hose is protecte...

Page 92: ...rdance with current local and national safety regulations The machine is designed to operate with a flow pressure of between 100 and 1000 kPa If it is higher than 1000 kPa it is essential to fit a reducer valve Connection to the water supply should incorporate taps with a threaded union The taps should be fitted by a qualified plumber The connection points are subject to mains water pressure Turn ...

Page 93: ...e preferred temperature is 55 C Consult a plumber if the temperature at the tap exceeds 60 C Before connecting to the mains water tap check that the outflow of cold water does not exceed 5 litres Each additional litre of cold water reduces the energy efficiency If the hot water tap is turned off for some time the washing machine will automatically switch to the cold water connection This safety me...

Page 94: ...y parts can be ordered from Miele Drain hose connection 1 Directed into a sink or basin Please note Hook the hose over the edge and secure it If the water is pumped into a washbasin make sure that it can drain away freely 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 a rubber nippl...

Page 95: ...hey do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating All electrical work must be carried out only by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with national and local safety regulations For extra safety it is advisable to install a residual current device RCD with a trip current of 30 mA Ensure power is not supplied to the appliance until after i...

Page 96: ...unication enabled appliance b Miele home communication enabled Master appliance with SuperVision functionality c Wi Fi Router d Mobile device Smartphone Tablet PC Laptop e Connection to a Home automation system f Internet connection ...

Page 97: ...ys of using the Miele mobile App will vary depending on the household appliance SuperVision master appliance The status of other signed on appliances can be shown in the display of some network enabled appliances Wi Fi Useful tip Make sure that you have sufficient signal strength for your Wi Fi network where the appliance is installed In order to connect an appliance with an integrated Wi Fi modul...

Page 98: ... See data plate Fuse rating See data plate Consumption data See Consumption data Water flow pressure minimum 100 kPa Water flow pressure maximum 1000 kPa Inlet hose length 1 60 m Drain hose length 1 50 m Connection cable length 2 00 m Drain pump head max 1 00 m Drain pump length max 5 00 m LEDs Class 1 Test certificates awarded See data plate Power consumption when switched off 0 1 W Power consump...

Page 99: ...ation Normal Cold Water Cottons 9 0 kg 0 60 63 4 h 51 min Notes for test institutes Detergent must be dispensed via the detergent dispenser drawer Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given depending on water pressure water hardness water inlet temperature room temperature type and volume of load fluctuations in the electricity supply and any Extra options selected ...

Page 100: ... 42 2 59 44 20 C 9 0 0 40 72 2 39 46 Minimum iron 30 C 4 0 0 34 52 1 59 30 Delicates 30 C 3 0 0 40 40 1 09 Woollens 30 C 2 0 0 23 35 0 38 Automatic plus 40 C 6 0 0 77 55 1 59 QuickPowerWash 40 C 5 0 0 75 45 0 59 Express 20 1 40 C 3 5 0 30 25 0 20 Shirts 2 60 C 2 0 0 76 40 1 31 1 Short Extra option activated 2 Steam smoothing Extra option deactivated For labelling parameters conforming to AS NZS 20...

Page 101: ...uring the heating phase the temperature measured by the sensor in the suds container is higher than the actual temperature of the laundry The temperature measured there does not reflect the temperature of the laundry The consumption data shown in the EcoFeedback display can vary from the consumption data quoted here The variations arise from component tolerances and on site conditions e g fluctuat...

Page 102: ...ing settings Touch the or sensor until the setting you want is highlighted in the display The sensor scrolls down the list The sensor scrolls up the list Touch the OK sensor to select the setting which is highlighted in white Changing a setting The options available for the setting will appear in the display The sensor scrolls down the list The sensor scrolls up the list The option which is select...

Page 103: ...ic softener The TwinDos containers optional accessories are required for this Please refer to UltraPhase cartridges for correct dosage amounts for each water hardness range Adjusting the dosage amount Select the Detergent type amount option and confirm this with the OK sensor Select the detergent compartment you want using the and sensors and confirm your selection with the OK sensor Compartment M...

Page 104: ... OK sensor or change the dosage amount using the and sensors Settings for compartment were cancelled the dual component detergent is only effective if both components are set Confirm the message with the OK sensor Detergent type Comp Comp Back Miele UltraColor No entry Compartment has been selected If you wish to change the setting for compartment proceed as for compartment The electronics are set...

Page 105: ...itch the degree of soiling query on or off Factory default setting Off Buzzer volume You can select one of seven different settings for the buzzer volume The settings are represented by a bar chart At the lowest setting the buzzer is switched off Keypad tone Each touch of a sensor or press of a button is confirmed with an audible tone Factory default setting the keypad tone is switched on Total co...

Page 106: ...e code the washing machine will need to be unlocked by a Miele service technician Temperature unit The temperature can be displayed as degrees Celsius C or Fahrenheit F Factory default setting Celsius C Display brightness There are seven different display brightness settings This will change as soon as a different setting is chosen Display switch off status To save energy the display goes out and ...

Page 107: ...s After 30 minutes The washing machine will switch itself off after 30 minutes Display maximum load After a programme is selected the maximum load appears in the display for a short time You can switch this off Factory default setting Display maximum load is switched on Memory The washing machine will save the settings temperature spin speed and some of the options which have been selected for a p...

Page 108: ... main wash and during rinses Rinsing with hot water can reduce water consumption by approx 10 For technical reasons the washing machine must always be connected to cold mains water Longer pre wash Cottons If you require a longer pre wash you can extend the Cottons programme s standard pre wash time of 25 minutes Options No increase Factory default setting 25 minute pre wash 6 min 31 minute pre was...

Page 109: ...titudes of more than 2000 m above sea level The maximum temperature is reduced to 80 C even when a higher temperature is selected Factory default setting the temperature reduction setting is switched off Water plus level There are four different water levels which can be selected with Water plus Level Normal Factory default setting Plus Plus Plus Maximum rinse level The water level in the rinse cy...

Page 110: ...If the on site water pressure cannot be increased activating this function will prevent the programme from being cancelled Factory default setting Low water pressure is switched off Anti crease The Anti crease function helps prevent creasing if laundry is not going to be removed immediately after the end of the programme The drum continues to turn at intervals for up to 30 minutes at the end of th...

Page 111: ...ite Powder detergent Suitable for white and light coloured laundry as well as heavily soiled cotton items Effective stain removal even at low temperatures UltraColor Liquid detergent for coloured items Suitable for coloured and dark black items Protects bright colours from fading Effective stain removal even at low temperatures Also available as a powder detergent Sensitive Skin powder High qualit...

Page 112: ...ours SilkCare Liquid detergent for silks Contains a special silk protein conditioning formula Gentle on colours Only available as capsules Fabric care Fabric Softener Fresh natural fragrance Makes laundry soft to handle Available as capsules in convenient single dose amounts and as liquid detergent Additives Booster For removing stains Suitable for white and coloured laundry Available as capsules ...

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