What to do if, . . .
Cause . . .
Remedy . . .
. . . In spite of adequate
water supply, the water flows
slowly into the machine?
A filter in the water inlet system
is blocked.
Clean the water inlet filters.
. . . Large residues of deter-
gent remain in the dispenser
drawer?
The water pressure is too low.
–
Clean the filters in the water
inlet system.
–
It may help to select “Water
plus”.
Detergent used with a water
softener tends to become sticky.
Pour detergent into the
dispenser before adding any
water softener.
. . Fabric softener is not
completely dispensed or
water remains in the
p
com-
partment?
The dispenser drawer was not
pushed in when the fabric
softener was being dispensed.
Make sure the drawer is all the
way in.
The siphon tube is either
incorrectly positioned or
clogged.
Clean the siphon tube.
. . . There is an excessive
build-up of foam?
Use only a low-sudsing
detergent at the appropriate
temperature.
–
Follow recommendations on
the package.
–
Take the water hardness into
account.
–
Use less detergent for lightly
soiled or small loads.
. . . Lime deposits appear on
the drum surface?
Not enough detergent has been
used.
–
Use a decalcifier suitable for
use in washing machines. A
product called “Quick” is
available from the Miele Parts
Department.
–
Use the correct amount of
detergent for the water
hardness in your area.
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