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Operating instructions
Heat pump dryer

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-GB

M.-Nr. 10 544 570

Содержание TKB 550 WP

Страница 1: ...ting instructions Heat pump dryer 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 GB M Nr 10 544 570 ...

Страница 2: ...ty waste collection recycling centre for electrical and electronic appliances or contact your dealer or Miele for advice You are also responsible by law depending on country for deleting any personal data that may be stored on the appliance being disposed of Please ensure that your old appliance poses no risk to children while being stored prior to disposal Energy saving tips To avoid unnecessaril...

Страница 3: ...a tumble dryer 21 2 Load the tumble dryer 22 3 Select a programme and start it 23 Select a programme 23 Select any options or delay start if required 25 Start the programme 25 4 Remove the laundry 26 End of programme Anti crease 26 Remove the laundry 26 Options 27 Gentle tumble 27 Anti crease 27 Buzzer 27 Delay start 28 Programme chart 29 Changing the programme sequence 32 Cleaning and care 33 Emp...

Страница 4: ...lems 47 Bottom right grille 49 After sales service 50 Repairs 50 Optional accessories 50 Guarantee U K 50 Guarantee Other countries 50 Installation and connection 51 Front view 51 Rear view 52 Transporting the dryer 52 Installation 53 Levelling the dryer 53 Ventilation 53 Before moving the tumble dryer again e g when moving house 53 Additional installation requirements 54 External condensed water ...

Страница 5: ...xample 65 Cottons programme drier or damper 66 Minimum iron programme drier or damper 66 Extended cool down 66 Buzzer volume 66 Keypad tone 66 Code 67 Conductivity 67 Additional drying levels 68 Standby 69 Automatic switch off 70 Memory 70 Anti crease 70 ...

Страница 6: ... that new users are familiar with the content Pass them on to any future owner Correct application This tumble dryer is intended for use in domestic households and similar working and residential environments This tumble dryer is not intended for outdoor use It must be used only as a domestic appliance to dry items which have been washed in a water solution and which are marked on the manufacturer...

Страница 7: ... shown how to use it safely and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the tumble dryer unsupervised Please supervise children in the vicinity of the tumble dryer and do not let them play with it Technical safety Before setting up the tumble dryer check it for any externally visible damage Do not install or use a damaged t...

Страница 8: ...are a fire hazard If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from danger Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user for which Miele cannot accept liability Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved service technician otherwise any subsequent damage will not be covered by th...

Страница 9: ...are normal and do not impair the efficient functioning of the dryer The refrigerant is not flammable or explosive In general it is not necessary to leave the dryer standing for any length of time after it has been installed provided it has been transported correctly see Installation and connection If it has not been transported as described ensure that the recommended standing time prior to first ...

Страница 10: ...ope with particular conditions e g temperature moisture chemical resistance abrasion resistance and vibration This special lamp must only be used for the purpose it is intended for It is not suitable for room lighting Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele authorised person or the Miele Service Department Correct use The maximum load for this tumble dryer is 8 0 kg dry weight The maximum ...

Страница 11: ...se might ignite when heated even after they have been removed from the dryer at the end of the programme Items e g mops and floor cloths which have been treated with inflammable cleaning agents or which contain residues of acetone alcohol benzene petrol kerosene stain remover turpentine wax and wax remover or other chemicals Items which have been splashed with hair lacquer hair spray nail varnish ...

Страница 12: ...vent the risk of fire the following textiles must not be dried in this tumble dryer Items which have been cleaned using chemicals e g professional dry cleaning agents Items which contain a large proportion of rubber foam rubber or rubber like materials For example products made from latex foam rubber shower caps waterproof textiles rubberised articles and items of clothing and pillows with foam ru...

Страница 13: ...he dryer or hiding things in it Pets or other small animals climbing into it The tumble dryer must not be used without fluff filters or with damaged fluff filters or with a damaged plinth filter This would cause an excessive build up of fluff which in turn would cause a fault The fluff filters must be cleaned after every drying cycle The fluff filters and the plinth filter must be thoroughly dried...

Страница 14: ...ached if you hang it in a sink or basin to avoid the hose slipping and the water causing damage Condensed water is not drinking water It can cause health problems in both people and animals if consumed Always keep the area around the tumble dryer free of dust and fluff Dust drawn into the tumble dryer can cause blockages in the heat exchanger over time The tumble dryer must not be hosed down ...

Страница 15: ...ntact with the skin wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water comes in contact with the eyes rinse the eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes is swallowed rinse out the mouth thoroughly with clean water Seek medical advice in the case of contact with the eyes or if fragrance has been swallowed If fragrance which has leaked out of a flacon comes in contact with clothing change the clothin...

Страница 16: ...e dryer can be combined with a Miele washing machine in a washer dryer stack The appropriate WTV stacking kit available to order to match your tumble dryer and washing machine is required If you order a plinth for this tumble dryer available from Miele as an optional accessory depending on country make sure it is the correct one Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non compliance with ...

Страница 17: ... started c Option buttons Various options can be added to the programmes d Programme selector For selecting the programme e Optical interface For service technicians f button The tumble dryer is switched on and off by pressing this button To save energy the dryer will switch off automatically 15 minutes after the end of the programme anti crease phase or after being switched on if no other selecti...

Страница 18: ...he drying level for programmes with a selectable drying level See sensor j sensor This sensor has two functions Touching the symbol will select a later start time for the programme delay start will flash during selection will light up constantly when the delay start time is counting down select the duration of the Warm air programme will flash during selection k Perfect Dry indicator With programm...

Страница 19: ...rst time ensure that it is installed and connected to the electricity supply correctly If it has not been transported as described in Installation and connection then it must be left to stand for at least 1 hour before it is connected to the electricity supply Follow the procedure for using for the first time outlined in these instructions Read 1 Notes on correct laundry care and 2 Load the tumble...

Страница 20: ... before drying Make sure that any objects e g detergent dosing balls lighters etc have been removed from the laundry They could melt or explode and cause damage to the dryer or the laundry See Warning and Safety instructions for further information Loading or using the tumble dryer incorrectly could cause a fire Sort the laundry according to the type of fibre and weave size garment care label symb...

Страница 21: ...en requires further processing after drying Down filled garments have linings which have a tendency to shrink depending on the quality of the item They can be partially dried using the Gentle smoothing programme Pure linen should only be machine dried if specified as suitable by the manufacturer on the care label as the surface of the fabric may otherwise become rough They can be partially dried u...

Страница 22: ...the door Reach under the door grip and pull the door open Unfold the laundry and load loosely into the drum Do not overload the drum Overloading can cause unnecessary wear and tear to the laundry give a disappointing drying result and cause more creasing When closing the door make sure that laundry does not get trapped in the door opening This could damage the laundry If you are not using a fragra...

Страница 23: ...ct the drying level required Any drying level can be selected for the Cottons and Express programmes A more limited range is available when using the other programmes Additional drying levels Tip Using the programmable functions you can activate deactivate additional drying levels if 2 drying levels are lit up then the following additional drying level is selected Extra dry Normal Normal drier tha...

Страница 24: ...ndcare Silks handcare The drying level is preset and cannot be altered Warm air You can select the duration in ten minute stages Touch the sensor repeatedly until the programme duration you want appears in the time display will flash You can select the duration in ten minute stages from minutes up to hours ...

Страница 25: ...programme However delay start cannot be used with the Warm air programme Touch the sensor will flash Please see Delay start for more information Start the programme Press the flashing Start Stop button The Start Stop button will now light up constantly The Perfect Dry indicator will only flash light up with programmes with selectable drying levels see also Operating the tumble dryer The laundry wi...

Страница 26: ...off 15 minutes after the end of the programme Remove the laundry Never open the door before the drying process has finished Reach under the door grip and pull the door open Remove the laundry Check that all items have been removed from the drum If items are left in the dryer they could be damaged by overdrying when the dryer is next used If the dryer is switched on at the mains and the door is ope...

Страница 27: ... hours at the end of the programme to reduce creasing if you do not wish to remove the laundry immediately Buzzer A buzzer will sound to let you know that the programme has finished The continuous buzzer which sounds when there is a fault is not dependent on the setting for the buzzer at the end of the programme Selectable options Gentle tumble Anti crease Buzzer Cottons X X Cottons X X X Minimum ...

Страница 28: ...ll light up Delay start times of more than will count down in hours and then in minutes until the start of the programme The drum will turn briefly every hour until the start of the programme to reduce creasing To change delay start after it has started counting down Press the Start Stop button will flash Touch the sensor to change the time Press the Start Stop button To add remove laundry after d...

Страница 29: ...ti layered and very thick fabric Do not use Extra dry for jersey fabric e g T shirts underwear as they have a tendency to shrink Hand iron Machine iron Use for Cotton or linen fabric requiring further processing e g table linen bed linen starched laundry Note To prevent laundry from drying out it should be rolled up until you are ready for ironing Minimum iron Max load 4 0 kg Normal Hand iron Use ...

Страница 30: ...asing Items are not dried completely by this programme Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished Delicates Max load 2 5 kg Normal Hand iron Use for Delicate items with the symbol on the care label made of synthetic fibre mixed fibre rayon and easy care cotton e g shirts blouses lingerie and appliqued garments Note Reducing the load will reduce creasing Express Max load 4 0 kg Extra dry...

Страница 31: ...se layers have different drying characteristics e g jackets pillows sleeping bags and other voluminous items Drying individual items e g bath towels swimwear and tea towels Note Do not select the longest drying time to start with Check the items as you are drying them to find the optimum time Tip You can use the Warm air programme to help remove odours from clean cotton clothing select a duration ...

Страница 32: ...s cooling down phase Press the button to switch the dryer off Press the button to switch the dryer on Select and start a new programme straight away Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started Press the Start Stop button The items will be cooled down depending on the temperature reached and how long they have been dried for will light up if you press the Start Stop button again during...

Страница 33: ...container when pulling the container out of the dryer always close the door completely Pull out the condensed water container To prevent water running out hold it at the front and towards the back and keep it in a horizontal position when carrying it Empty the container Replace the container in the dryer Condensed water should not be consumed It could lead to health problems for people and animals...

Страница 34: ...cleaner so that you can remove the fluff without touching it Open the door You must remove the fragrance flacon if present beforehand See Fragrance flacon Pull the upper fluff filter forwards to remove it Remove the fluff see arrows from the surfaces of all the fluff filters from the perforated laundry deflector Push the upper fluff filter back into position until it clicks Close the door If there...

Страница 35: ...direction of the arrow until you hear it click Hold the dial and pull the fluff filter forwards to remove it Use a vacuum cleaner with a long crevice nozzle attached to remove any visible fluff from the upper air flow openings Cleaning the fluff filters with water Flush the fluff filters through with hot running water Shake the fluff filters thoroughly and then dry them carefully Ensure the filter...

Страница 36: ...th filter out by the handle Removing the plinth filter will cause the right hand guide pin in the dryer to come out This pin ensures that the heat exchanger access panel can only be closed if the plinth filter is inserted the right way round Cleaning the plinth filter Pull the handle out of the plinth filter Clean the filter thoroughly under running water Squeeze the plinth filter thoroughly The p...

Страница 37: ...condenser unit Danger of injury Do not touch the cooling fins You could cut yourself Look to see if fluff has accumulated If there is visible soiling Clean using a vacuum cleaner with a dusting brush attached Carefully pass the vacuum cleaner brush over the heat exchanger cooling fins without applying any pressure Otherwise the cooling fins could be bent out of shape or become damaged Carefully va...

Страница 38: ...e pins The word Miele on the handle must be the correct way up Push the plinth filter in completely The act of pushing in the plinth filter will also push in the right hand guide pin Close the heat exchanger access panel The dryer can only be operated with the plinth filter fitted correctly and the heat exchanger access panel closed The access panel must be closed correctly to ensure that water ca...

Страница 39: ...urfaces and other parts Clean the tumble dryer with a slightly damp cloth and a mild non abrasive cleaning agent or a solution of washing up liquid and water Clean the seal around the inside of the door with a damp cloth Dry all parts with a soft cloth The drum and other stainless steel parts can be cleaned with a suitable proprietary stainless steel cleaner following the manufacturer s instructio...

Страница 40: ...p it as the fragrance will leak out of the flacon Hold the flacon securely to prevent opening it by mistake Pull off the protective seal Open the door of the tumble dryer The fragrance flacon is inserted in the upper fluff filter in the opening on the right hand side beside the grip If you are not using a fragrance flacon the cover must always remain closed push the cover down completely with the ...

Страница 41: ... at which you can feel a resistance Before drying You can select the intensity of the fragrance Turn the outer ring clockwise the further you open the flacon the more intense the fragrance Damp laundry and longer drying durations with sufficient heat transfer are needed for the fragrance to be released into the laundry effectively The fragrance will also be noticeable in the room air during the pr...

Страница 42: ...ragrance occasionally remove the fragrance flacon and store it in its original packaging until you want to use it again See the following section Replacing the fragrance flacon When the fragrance is no longer sufficiently intense Turn the outer ring anti clockwise until markers a and b line up Replace the fragrance flacon with a new one Fragrance flacons are available to order from Miele or online...

Страница 43: ... down store in a cool dry place store away from direct sunlight when purchasing new fragrance flacons only remove the protective seal just before use Cleaning the fluff filters The intensity of the fragrance will be diminished if the fluff filters and the plinth filter are not cleaned The fragrance filter must be removed before cleaning the fluff filter To prevent any fragrance leaking out of the ...

Страница 44: ...oblem Cause and remedy The programme is cancelled lights up This is not a fault In some programmes if the drum has been underloaded or is empty the programme will be cancelled This can also happen if the items are already dry Open and close the door to resume drying Dry individual items using the Warm air timed drying programme flashes lights up after the tumble dryer has been switched on and a pr...

Страница 45: ... heat exchanger To switch off Switch the dryer off and back on again lights up after a programme has been cancelled The condensed water container is full or there is kink in the drain hose Empty the container Check the drain hose To switch off Open and close the door while the dryer is switched on lights up The programme selector has been moved Select the original programme The time remaining will...

Страница 46: ...e sufficient detergent next time Pillows take out of the tumble dryer and air them Use a fragrance flacon available as an optional accessory for your favourite fragrance Items made of synthetic fibres are charged with static electricity after drying Synthetic fibres tend to attract static charge Static charge can be reduced by adding a fabric conditioner to the final rinse in the washing programme...

Страница 47: ...le is blocked Move any objects such as a laundry basket away from the dryer The fluff filters and the plinth filter were wet when replaced The fluff filters and the plinth filter must be dry The laundry is too damp Spin using a higher spin speed in the washing machine The tumble dryer has been overloaded Do not exceed the maximum load for the programme selected Metal zips have prevented the dryer ...

Страница 48: ...andby mode This is quite normal and does not indicate a fault See Programmable functions Standby The drum will turn at intervals in the anti crease phase The dryer is switched off at the end of the programme The dryer switched off automatically This is quite normal and does not indicate a fault See Programmable functions Automatic switch off The interior drum lighting does not come on The drum lig...

Страница 49: ...dle behind the grille in the middle Press the spoon handle against the catch and lever the grille open Remove the grille Danger of injury Do not touch the cooling fins You could cut yourself Use a vacuum cleaner with a dusting brush attached to clean the cooling fins Only pass the vacuum cleaner brush over them lightly without applying any pressure Take care not to bend the cooling fins out of sha...

Страница 50: ...urposes Optional accessories Optional accessories for this tumble dryer are available from Miele your Miele dealer or via the internet at Dryer basket The dryer basket is suspended in the drum and does not rotate with the drum This enables items which must not be subjected to mechanical action to be dried or aired Fragrance flacon A fragrance flacon can be used in your tumble dryer to add a pleasa...

Страница 51: ...ater container empty after every drying cycle d Door do not open during drying e Heat exchanger access panel do not open during drying f Four height adjustable screw feet g Cool air intake grille do not obstruct with a laundry basket or other objects h Hose for external drainage of condensed water ...

Страница 52: ... To manoeuvre the dryer out of its packing case to its installation site hold it by the front feet and the lid where it protrudes at the back of the appliance Only transport the dryer as shown in the following illustrations If transporting the dryer at an angle only tip towards the left side If the tumble dryer has not been transported as described then it must be left to stand for at least 1 hour...

Страница 53: ... This would hinder a sufficient flow of air to the dryer Air which is taken in to cool the heat exchanger is then blown back out of the dryer and warms up the air in the room It is therefore very important to ensure adequate ventilation e g by opening a window Otherwise drying durations may be longer increased energy requirement Before moving the tumble dryer again e g when moving house After each...

Страница 54: ...not dissipate could cause a fault The appliance lid cannot be removed The electrical socket must be located in an accessible position near the appliance Drying durations may increase slightly Optional accessories Washer dryer stack The tumble dryer can be combined with a Miele washing machine in a washer dryer stack The appropriate Miele washer dryer stacking kit is required Plinth The tumble drye...

Страница 55: ... hose Installation conditions requiring a non return valve There is a risk of back flow into the dryer if a non return valve is not fitted Back flow could damage the dryer and also the room in which it is located Certain installation conditions such as those described below require the fitting of a non return valve Maximum delivery head with non return valve fitted 1 00 m Installation conditions r...

Страница 56: ...n the drain hose Have a container ready to collect this Pull the drain hose off its connection Unwind the hose and pull it carefully out of the holders Allow any residual water to run into the container Guide the hose to the right or left side of the dryer as required If you are guiding it to the right you can fit the hose into the groove Leave the hose in the lower holder to prevent it from being...

Страница 57: ...will need to secure the hose carefully e g by tying it to a tap to make sure it cannot slip during use see the drawing under Installation and connection Front view Overflowing water can cause damage The non return valve can be fitted in the end of the hose You can refit the hose holder at a later stage if you decide that you no longer want to drain the condensed water externally Direct connection ...

Страница 58: ...g nut 2 The nut is usually fitted with a washer which must be removed Attach the end of the hose 4 to adapter 1 Use the hose holder Use a screwdriver to tighten hose clip 3 up close to the nut Fit non return valve 5 to tumble dryer drain hose 6 Non return valve 5 has to be fitted so that the arrow points in the direction of flow i e towards the sink Secure the non return valve using hose clips ...

Страница 59: ... it is advisable to protect the appliance 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 use...

Страница 60: ...ormal 4 0 1000 60 1 15 85 1 Weight of dry laundry 2 Test programme in accordance with Regulation 392 2012 EU for energy labelling measured in accordance with EN 61121 All data was calculated using EN 61121 unless otherwise stated Power consumption when switched off Power consumption when not switched off 0 15 W 1 50 W Note for test institutes For testing in accordance with EN 61121 before testing ...

Страница 61: ...me 120 litres Load size 8 0 kg weight of dry laundry Capacity of condensed water container 4 8 l Hose length 1 60 m Maximum delivery head 1 50 m Maximum drain hose length 4 00 m Length of connection cable 2 00 m Voltage See data plate Connected load See data plate Fuse rating See data plate Test certificates awarded See data plate Energy consumption See Consumption data LEDs Class 1 ...

Страница 62: ...62 Programmable functions Various settings can be reprogrammed to alter the dryer s electronics to suit different requirements They can be altered at any time ...

Страница 63: ...s the Start Stop button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps Switch the dryer on Wait until the Start Stop button lights up constantly and then release the Start Stop button II To select a programmable function The number of the programmable function will appear in the display as and a number e g Touch the sensor to select the other programmable functions one by one Programmable functi...

Страница 64: ...on Available options X X X O X X X X X X O X X X O X X X X to O X O X O X O X X O X O X X O X O X X O X Can be selected O Factory default setting Confirm your selection of the option selected by pressing the Start Stop button The number of the programmable function e g will light up again IV To exit programming Switch the dryer off The option you have selected is now stored in memory You can chang...

Страница 65: ...light up II Selecting the programmable function Touch the sensor repeatedly until lights up Confirm selection of by pressing the Start Stop button III To select a different option will light up in the time display These numbers mean that the keypad tone is switched off To switch on the keypad tone Touch the sensor so that lights up Confirm selection of by pressing the Start Stop button will light ...

Страница 66: ...the end of a programme can be extended for all programmes with selectable drying levels This makes the garments easier to handle Options factory default cool down time 2 min longer cool down time 4 min longer cool down time 6 min longer cool down time 8 min longer cool down time 10 min longer cool down time 12 min longer cool down time 14 min longer cool down time 16 min longer cool down time 18 m...

Страница 67: ...t position Confirm this by pressing the Start Stop button Enter the two other numbers in the same way The dryer is ready for use after has been entered and confirmed Conductivity This programmable function should only be set if the residual moisture reading in your laundry is incorrect due to extremely soft water Conditions This programmable function should only be set if the water used for washin...

Страница 68: ...th a selectable drying level Options standard Factory default Add additional drying levels Once this programmable function has been activated you will have the option of selecting the additional drying levels when you select a programme Select a programme with selectable drying levels Touch the sensor until 2 drying levels light up in the display If 2 drying levels are lit up then the following ad...

Страница 69: ...s will remain lit up for 10 minutes after a delay start time has elapsed after the end of the programme or at the end of the anti crease phase The buzzer if selected will sound for 10 minutes after the end of the programme Not in current programme factory default setting As described under However the display and buttons will remain lit up during the programme Off The display and buttons will rema...

Страница 70: ...r 20 minutes Memory The electronics will store in memory a drying level or options for a selected programme The duration selected for a timed drying programme will also be stored in memory These settings will then appear the next time the programme is chosen Options Factory default Memory off Memory on Exception The Cottons programme will remain unchanged Anti crease If you have pressed the Anti c...

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