masina de spalat miele

Operating instructionsfor Washing machinePREMIER NOVO

It is essential to read these operating instructions before Q\}installing or using the machine, toavoid the risk of accident, or damageto the machine. M.-Nr. 04 947 050

Caring for our environmentDisposal of the packing ma-terialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materialswhich are environmentally friendly fordisposal and can normally be recycled.Rather than just throwing these ma-terials away, please ensure they are of-fered for recycling.

Disposal of your old applianceOld appliances contain materials whichcan be recycled. Please contact yourdealer, your local waste collectioncentre or scrap merchant about poten-tial recycling schemes. Ensure that theappliance presents no danger to child-ren while being stored for disposal. Seethe appropriate advice in the “Warningand safety instructions”.

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ContentsCaring for our environmentDisposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Disposal of your old machine/appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Guide to the machineGeneral view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Warning and Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Washing environmentally and economically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Before using for the first timeFlushing out the wash cabinet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Water hardness reminder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

How to wash correctlyBrief guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Before washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13To start a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14After washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Adding or removing washing after programme start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Programme . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

. . . interruption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

. . . alteration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

. . . Skipping a programme stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Adding detergentIt is important to dispense the correct amount, because . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Adding detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Water softeners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Fabric conditioners, Texturisers, Liquid starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Automatic fabric conditioners, texturisers, or liquid starch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Separate fabric conditioner or texturiser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Starching separately . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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ProgrammesProgramme selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Care symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Additional optionsSoak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Pre-wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Short. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Water plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

"Without final spin". . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28"Rinse hold" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Electronic programme locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Programmable functionsMaximum water level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Water plus system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Activating the i compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Soak time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Gentle action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Top-up rinse for Cottons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Memory function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Cleaning and careCleaning the washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Extra cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Cleaning the fluff (drain) filter and pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40To clean the water inlet filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

To clean the filter in the union in the open end of the inlet hose: . . . . . . . . . . . 42To clean the filter in the water inlet valve: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Problem solving guideWhat to do,if . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Opening the drum door in the event of a power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

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After sales serviceCustomer contact. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Future updates (PC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

InstallationInstallation surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Removing the transit fitting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Levelling the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Screwing out and adjusting the feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Building under . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Washer and Dryer stack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Connection to water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Connection to the drainage system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Electrical connection U.K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

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Guide to the machineGeneral view

1 Electric supply cable

2 Inlet hose (able to withstand press-ures up to 70 bar)

3 Flexible drain hose (with detachableswivel elbow)

4 Detergent dispenser drawer

5 Facia panel with controls

6 Door

7 Access panel for drain pump, drain fil-ter and emergency door release

8 Four height adjustable feet

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Control panel

b “I-ON / 0-OFF” buttonTo switch the machine ON or OFF orto interrupt a programme.

c “Door” buttonopens the machine door.

d “START” buttonstarts the wash programme

eButtons for additional functionsThe upper button is used to selecteither the "Soak", "pre-wash" or "Shortwash" additional option.The lower button is used to selectthe additional option "Water plus".

Indicator light on = selectedIndicator light off = not selected

f “Spin” buttonfor spin speed, Rinse hold and With-out final spin

g Indicator lightsshowing the selected spin speed.

hProgramme selector

Can be turned clockwise and anti-clockwise.

iProgramme sequence indicatorlights

jCheck lights

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Warning and safety instructionsRead the operating instructions be-fore using this machine for the firsttime. They contain important infor-mation about the safety, use andmaintenance of the machine. Thisway you will avoid the risk of acci-dents and damage to the machine.Keep these operating instructions ina safe place and ensure that newusers are familiar with the content.Pass them on to any future owner ofthe machine.

Correct usageOnly use the washing machine towash items which are specified by

the manufacturer to be machine-wash-able on the wash-care label, and tex-tiles composed of hand-washable woolor wool blend fabrics as well as satin,lace, silk and other hand-washable gar-ments.Any other applications may be dan-gerous. The manufacturer is not liablefor damage resulting from improperuse or operation.

This appliance should not be oper-ated by children. Supervise its use

by the elderly or infirm.

Technical safetyBefore setting up the machine,check it for any externally visible

damage. Do not install and use a dam-aged machine.

Before connecting the machine, en-sure that the connection data on

the data plate (fusing, voltage and fre-quency) match the mains electricity

supply. If in any doubt, consult a quali-fied electrician.

The electrical safety of this ap-pliance can only be guaranteed

when continuity is complete betweenthe machine and an effective earthingsystem which complies with local andnational regulations. It is most import-ant that this basic safety requirement isregularly tested by a qualified electri-cian.The manufacturer cannot be held re-sponsible for the consequences of aninadequate earthing system.

Do not connect the appliance tothe mains electricity supply by an

extension lead. Extension leads do notguarantee the required safety of the ap-pliance (e.g. danger of overheating).

The machine is built in accordancewith current safety requirements.

Unauthorised repairs could result in un-foreseen dangers for the user, forwhich the manufacturer cannot acceptresponsibility. Repairs should only beundertaken by a Miele approved engin-eer.

Ensure current is not supplied to the ap-pliance while maintenance or repairwork is being carried out.

The machine is only completely iso-lated from the electricity supply

when:

– it is switched off at the wall socketand the plug is withdrawn, or

– it is switched off at the mains, or

– the mains fuse is withdrawn.

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The best materials are used in themanufacture of this machine, and

every care is taken to check all parts.However, with time, deterioration ofparts can occur, especially with suchcomponents as hoses, giving rise toleaks. Check the hose regularly forsigns of wear, and change in goodtime, to avoid leaks and subsequentdamage.

Faulty components must only beexchanged for Miele original spare

parts. Only when these parts are fittedcan the safety standards of the ma-chine be guaranteed.

UseDo not install your washing ma-chine in rooms where tempera-

tures below freezing may occur. Frozenhoses may burst under pressure. Thereliability of the electronic control sys-tem may be impaired at temperaturesbelow freezing point.

In countries where there are areaswhich may be subject to infesta-

tion by cockroaches or other vermin,pay particular attention to keeping theappliance and its surroundings in aclean condition at all times. Any dam-age which may be caused by cock-roaches or other vermin will not becovered by the appliance guarantee.

Before using the machine for thefirst time, check that the transit fit-

ting at the rear of the machine hasbeen removed (see section on "Installa-tion"). During spinning, a transit fittingwhich is still in place may result in dam-age to both the machine and adjacentfurniture or appliances.

Turn off the stopcock if the ma-chine is to be left for any length of

time (e.g. holiday), especially if there isno floor drain (gully) in the immediate vi-cinity.

Flooding danger.If hooking the drain hose into a

wash basin, check that the water candrain off quickly enough to prevent thesink from overflowing.Make sure the drain hose is secure, sothat the force of the water flowing out ofthe hose does not dislodge it. Other-wise this will result in flooding.

Take care to ensure that foreign ob-jects (e.g. nails, needles, coins,

paper clips, etc.) do not find their wayinto the machine with the washing (e.g.in pockets). Foreign objects can dam-age components of the machine, whichin turn can result in damage to thewashing.


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If the correct amount of detergentis dispensed, the machine should

not need to be descaled. If, however,you do wish to descale the machineonly use proprietary non-corrosive de-scaling agents and strictly observe theinstructions. Consult the Miele Cus-tomer Service Department.

Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based cleaning

agents must be thoroughly rinsed inclean water before being washed in themachine.

Never use solvent based cleaningagents in this machine, as this may

result in damage to component partsand create toxic fumes. Such deter-gents also pose a fire and explosion ha-zard.

Only use dyes specified by themanufacturer as being suitable for

use in a washing machine. Always ob-serve the manufacturer’s instructionscarefully.

Dye removers may contain sulphurcompounds which cause damage

such as corrosion. Do not use dyeremovers in this machine.

For machines with a ’porthole’door, remember that the porthole

glass will be hot when washing at veryhigh temperatures. Do not let childrentouch it.

Always make sure the drum is sta-tionary before reaching in to

remove washing. Reaching into a mov-ing drum is extremely dangerous.

AccessoriesAccessory parts may only be fittedwhen expressly approved by

Miele. If other parts are used, guaran-tee, performance and product liabilityclaims may be invalidated.

Disposal of your old machineBefore discarding an old machineunplug it. Render the plug useless.

Cut off the cable directly behind the ap-pliance to prevent misuse.


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Washing environmentally and economically– Water consumption and energy

usage are determined by the size ofthe load. Load to the maximum rec-ommended for the programme se-lected.

– The washing times can vary con-siderably due to the automatic loadadjustment feature. Depending onthe amount of the load, the mainwash may be shortened and onerinse omitted.

– Use the Mixed Wash poly/cottonsprogramme or the Quick Wash pro-gramme for smaller amounts oflaundry.

– To save energy wash normally andlightly soiled laundry at lower tem-peratures. The 95°C Cottons pro-gramme is probably only needed inexceptional circumstances, e.g. foroil based stains or where a very hotwash is required.

– A main wash (programme withoutpre-wash) is sufficient to clean nor-mally soiled laundry.

– By using the additional option “Soak”you can select a lower temperaturein the main wash.

– Use the additional option "Soak" in-stead of “Pre-wash" with heavilysoiled laundry.If “Soak” is followed immediately bya main wash the same suds areused.

– Use the "Short" wash option for nor-mally or very lightly soiled laundry.

– Do not exceed the amounts of deter-gent which may be recommendedby the manufacturer on the packa-ging.

– Reduce the amounts of detergentwith smaller loads, (e.g. with a halfload, approx. one third less deter-gent).

– Select the highest suitable spinspeed in the wash programme whentumble drying afterwards.

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Before using for the first timeBefore using the machine for thefirst time ensure that it is correctly in-stalled and connected. See the rele-vant section under "Installation".Also check that the fluff filter issecurely tightened. Otherwise thereis a risk of water leakage during use.

For safety reasons spinning is notpossible until the machine has beenprepared for using for the first time. Toactivate the spinning function you mustrun a wash programme without anylaundry).

This also activates the ball valve. Theball valve prevents detergent escapingfrom the suds container into the sumpduring a wash programme, thus mak-ing maximum use of the detergent.

The wash programme must be run with-out detergent. Using detergent could result in an ex-cessive build-up of foam.

Turn on the stopcock.

Press the "I-ON/0-OFF" button in.

Turn the programme selector to "COTTONS 40°C".

Press the "START" button.

When this programme has finishedyour washing machine is ready forusing for the first time.

Before using for the first time

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How to wash correctlyBrief guideThe headings numbered (1,2,3,...)show the operating sequence and canbe used as a brief guide.

Before washing

1Prepare the wash load.

Empty all pockets.

Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins,paper clips, etc.) can cause dam-age to textiles and components inthe machine.

Sort the laundry

Most garments have a textile care labelin the collar or side seam. Sort thewashing by care label symbols. (Seethe section on these symbols for theirexplanation).

Dark textiles often contain excess dyeand should be washed separately sev-eral times before being included in amixed load.

Delicate textiles should be washed sep-arately in a delicates programme (usea washing bag where appropriate).

Do not wash any items in this machinewhich are specified by the manufac-turer as non-machine washable onthe care label. (h symbol)

Pre-treat the laundry

Badly soiled areas, e.g. collars andcuffs, and water soluble stains can bepre-treated with bar soap, liquid deter-gent or detergent mixed into a solutionor paste.

With particularly stubborn stains askyour dry cleaner for advice. Do notused solvent-based cleaning agents inthis machine.

– Curtains:Remove lead weights and strips orplace in a laundry bag.

– Underwiring and collar stiffeners:Any loose wiring in bras, shirt collarstiffeners, etc. should be removed orsewn in.

– Knitted garments, trousers andjeans, T-shirts and sweat shirts: Turn inside out, if recommended bythe manufacturer.

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2Press the “Door” button.

3 Load the drum.

Unfold washing and load loosely in thedrum. To achieve best results it is advis-able to make up mixed loads consist-ing of both large and small items. Thisimproves the washing effect and helpsdistribute the load evenly to keep themachine stable and reduce the noiselevel during spinning.

Overloading reduces the wash resultand causes more creasing.

Maximum load weights are notedbelow:

COTTONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.0 kg

MINIMUM IRON . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 kg

DELICATES/SYNTHETICS . . . . . 1.0 kg

WOOLLENS / . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0 kg

QUICK WASH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 kg

MIXED WASH (Poly/Cottons) . . . 3.0 kg

4Shut the door with a light swingbut do not slam it. Do not push onthe door to shut it.

Make sure that there is no obstructionbetween the drum door and seal.

5Open the stopcock.

6Add detergent.

See section on “detergent” for details.

To start a programme

7Press in the “I-ON/0-OFF” button.

– The programme selector should bepointing to Finish, the indicator light"Anti crease/Finish" is lit up in thesequence display.

8 Turn the programme selectorto the programme required

See section “Programmes, Programmesurvey”.


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9Select any additionaloption required.

A maximum of two additional optionscan be chosen, provided they are com-patible with the programme selected,(see the Programme survey in the Sec-tion on programmes). Only one optionout of "Soak", "Pre-wash" and "Shortwash" can be selected.

Press the button for the "Soak", "Pre-wash" or "Short wash" additional op-tions, until the indicator for thechosen option lights up.

Press the button for the "Water plus"option, if required.

An additional option that has been se-lected can be de-selected by pressingthe button.

0Select a spin speed.

Press the “Spin” button enoughtimes until the indicator light for therequired final spin speed lights up.

In some programmes the maximumspin speed is limited. The machine willnot allow a higher spin speed to be se-lected. (see section on "programmes").

Memory-Function

If the last time a programme was runan additional option or different spinspeed was selected,the machine willhave stored this information in itsmemory.

The next time that programme is se-lected the machine offers the additionaloption and / or spin already stored inmemory. (see “Programmable func-tions”)

!Press the "Start" button.

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After washing

"Press the “Door” button.

~Press and release the “I-On/0-Off”button.

$Remove the washing.

Only remove washing from the ma-chine once the drum has stoppedturning, otherwise you may seriouslyinjure yourself.

%Check the folds in the door sealfor any small articles e.g. buttonswhich might be lodged there.

&Close the stopcock.

/Close the drum door.

Otherwise there is a danger of objectsbeing placed inadvertently in the drum.If these remained unnoticed and werewashed in the next load, they coulddamage the washing.


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Adding or removing washingafter programme startWashing can be added or removedafter the programme has alreadystarted, when using the following pro-grammes.

– COTTONS

– MINIMUM IRON

– WOOLLENS /

– QUICK WASH

– Starch

– MIXED WASH

Press the“Door” button and hold ituntil the door springs open.

Add or remove items

Shut the door.

The programme will automatically con-tinue.

– Apart from some exceptional casesthe door can be opened during allsections of COTTONS, WOOL-LENS, QUICK WASH, Starch andMIXED WASH - Poly/Cottons (highcotton percentage) programmes.

– With MINIMUM IRON andMIXED WASH - Poly/Cottons (highpolyester percentage) the door canbe opened during the main washwith some exceptions.

General exceptions:

The door cannot be opened when:

– the suds temperature is above 55°C.

– the additional option “Water plus”has been selected,

– programme locking is switched on,

– the programme has reached the“Final spin" stage.


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Programme . . .

. . . interruption

Press the “I-ON/0-OFF” button.

To continue with the same pro-gramme press the“I-ON/0-OFF” but-ton again.

. . . alteration

The machine will accept the followingchanges after the "Start" button hasbeen pressed,

– selection of a different temperature,extra selection or de-selection of the“Water plus” option can be carriedout up to 6 minutes after start.

– the spin speed for final spin can bechanged if the programme permits.

After start it is no longer possible to se-lect a different programme.

If a different programme or 6 minutesafter start another temperature is se-lected the indicator light "Anti-crease/Finish" flashes. This does not af-fect the programme sequence. Theindicator light goes out when the pro-gramme selector is set back to the pro-gramme or temperature previouslychosen.

To select a different programme pro-ceed as follows:

With the “I-On/0-Off” button switchoff the appliance.

Turn the programme selector to"Finish".

Switch the machine on with the“I-On/0-Off” button.

Select a new programme.

Press the “START” button.

. . . Skipping a programme stage

Turn the programme selector to“Finish”.

As soon as the programme sequencelight for the stage at which the pro-gramme should continue starts flashing:

Turn the programme selector switchto the appropriate programme within4 seconds.

When programme locking has beenactivated the programme cannot bechanged nor can a programmestage be repeated or left out.


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Adding detergentAll modern detergents produced forautomatic washing machines are suit-able, including liquid, compact (con-centrated) and special applicationdetergents. Use dispensing aids, e.g.balls, if these are supplied with thedetergent.

Woollens and knitwear containing woolmixtures and hand-washable garmentsshould be washed using a detergentspecifically designed for washing wool-lens.

Add detergent according to the amountrecommended on the packaging.The right amount to dispense will de-pend on the following:

– The quantity of laundry.

– The soiling level of the laundry.

Lightly soiledNo visible dirt or stains. Possiblyslight body odour.

Normally soiledVisibly dirty and/or just a few slightstains.

Heavily soiledStains and soiling clearly visible.

– The water hardness levelCheck with your local water supplier ifyou do not know the water hardnesslevel.

Water HardnessHardness

rangeType ofwater

(hardness)Hardness

level inmmol / l

°dHGerman

I soft 0 - 1.3 0 - 7

II medium 1.3 - 2.5 7 - 14

III hard 2.5 - 3.8 14 - 21

IV very hard over 3.8 over 21

It is important to dispense thecorrect amount, because . . .

. . . too little has the following results:

– Laundry will not be properly cleanand will in time become grey andhard to the touch.

– Greasy particles cling to the laundry.

– Lime deposits on the heater ele-ments.

. . . too much results in the following:

– Excessive foam.

– Low level of agitation.

– Poor washing, rinsing and spinningresults.

– High water consumption (an addi-tional rinse cycle will automaticallyswitch in).

– Burdening the environment.

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Adding detergent

i = Compartment soak/pre-wash

j = Compartment main wash

p = Compartment fabric conditioner

Water is taken in through compartmenti in the pre-wash.

Water is taken in through compartmentj in the main wash. If the capacity ofcompartment j is insufficient for theamount of detergent needed (e.g. invery hard water areas), the machinecan be programmed so that water anddetergent can also be taken into themain wash through compartment i ,see “Programmable functions”, “Activat-ing compartment i“ .

Water softenersA water softener can be used to cutdown on the use of detergents in waterhardness ranges II-IV. Dispense ac-cording to the amount specified on thepackaging. First add detergent andthen the water softener.

Use a quantity of detergent as for softwater.

If you wash using several components(e.g. special application detergents),we recommend always dispensing theagents into compartment j in the fol-lowing order:

1. Detergent

2. Water softener

3. Stain salts

This way the agents are distributedmore efficiently.

Fabric conditioners, tex-turisers, liquid starchFabric conditioners make garmentssoft and fluffy to handle and help pre-vent static cling when tumble drying.

Texturisers are synthetic starch formula-tions and give body to items e.g. shirts,tablecloths and bed linen.

Starch gives body to items of washing.

Dispense according to the amountspecified on the packaging.

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Automatic fabric conditioners, tex-turisers, or liquid starch

Open the lid of compartment p.

Add the fabric conditioner, texturiseror liquid starch. Do not exceed themaximum level mark.

Close the compartment lid.

Push the drawer back in.

The conditioner, texturiser or liquidstarch is automatically dispensed in thelast rinse. At the end of the programmea small amount of water remains in thefabric conditioner compartment p.

If starching frequently, clean the dis-penser compartment and especiallythe siphon tube and conditionerchannel. (See section on the deter-gent dispenser drawer in "Cleaningand Care") .

Separate fabric conditioner or tex-turiser

Add fabric conditioner or texturiserto the compartment p.

Turn the programme selector to“Starch”.

Select a spin speed.

Press the “Start” button.

Starching separately

Measure and prepare starch in ac-cordance with the manufacturer’s in-structions.

Add the starch to compartment i.

Turn the programme selector to“Starch”.

Select a spin speed.

Press the “Start” button.

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ProgrammesProgramme selection

Programme Fabric Temperature max.spin speed

COTTONS Cottons and linen fabrics, e.g. bed linen, tablelinen, towelling, jeans, underwear, T-shirts,nappies.

95°C to 30°C 1200

COTTONS Wash load as for standard tests 60°C 1200

MINIMUM IRON (60°C) white nylon, white polyester fabrics (50°C),coloured nylon, polyester, cotton and viscosefabrics with special finishes, acrylic, cottonfabrics, coloured polyester / cotton fabrics,(40°/30°C) minimum iron fabrics not washable athigher temperatures

60°C to 30°C 900

DELICATES Acrylics, acetate and triacetate, socks andstockings in man-made fibres, (not wool or woolblends)

40°C to cold 600

Curtains, specified machine-washable by themanufacturer (pre-wash probably advisable).

30°C to cold 600

WOOLLENS

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Programme for machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics.

40°C to cold 1200

Also suitable for satin, lace, silk and other hand-washable garments.

*

QUICK WASH Very lightly soiled fabrics, which can be washed inthe Cottons programme.

40°C 1200

Starch Table cloths, napkins, overalls, uniforms. cold 1200

Spin Articles which can be spun, e.g. handwasheditems, max weight according to fabric.

1200

Drain

Separate rinse Articles which should be washed by hand andonly rinsed and spun in the machine.

cold 1200

MIXED WASHPoly/Cottons

Suitable for small loads of garments made fromman-made fibres and cotton garments which canbe washed together. Sort according to colour.

40°C 900

cold:If “Cold” is selected for the temperature, the water is warmed to 24°C. This uniform temperature helpsthe effect of the detergent.

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max. load Additional options Notes

5 kg – Soak– Pre-wash– Short– Water plus

(Option 1,2,3,4)

With heavily soiled items select "Soak" or "Pre-wash". Washdark colours in liquid detergent.For normally soiled items select "Short".

5 kg For test institutes:Programme setting for tests according to EN 60456Standard Programme

2.5 kg – Soak– Pre-wash– Short– Water plus

(Option 1,2,4)

With heavily soiled items select "Soak" or "Pre-wash"

For normally soiled items select "Short"

1 kg – Soak– Pre-wash– Short

Use the Wool programme for textiles with wool content

Fill the drumloosely 1/2 to

3/4 full

– Soak– Pre-wash– Short

Dust in curtains usually makes pre-wash advisable.

1 kgDo not overload

Use liquid wool detergent.

Hand washable garments will not shrink, stretch, matt or feltbeyond the accepted tolerance.*For satin, lace, silk and other hand washable garmentsmanually reduce the spin speed or select without final spin.

2.5 kg – Water plus(Option 1,2,4)

Add less detergent (half load)

5 kg The washing should be washed, but not treated with fabricconditioner.

5 kg

5 kg

3 kg – Soak– Pre-wash– Short– Water plus

(Option 1,2,3*,4*)

The water level, number of rinses and programme time areset automatically in relation to composition of the washing(see "Programmes" Sequence).

*Option is only carried out with a high proportion of cotton.

See Section on Additional options for more details.

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Sequence

COTTONS1) MINIMUMIRON1)

DELICATES WOOLLENS

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Soak optional optional optional –

Pre-wash optional optional optional –

Main wash X X X X

Top-up rinse from 75°C programmable – – –

Graduated rinsing – from 40°C - –

No. of rinses– normal 3 or 42) 3 3 2

– part load 2 2 3 2

– short 2 2 3 –

Rinse and interim spin (rpm) max. 1000 max. 500 – max. 600

Final spin (rpm) max. 1200 max. 900 max. 600 max. 1200

Anti-crease, loosen max. 30 mins max. 30 mins max. 30 mins –

Rinse hold optional optional optional optional

Without final spin optional optional optional optional

Wash rhythm normal normal gentle action Wool

Water level – Wash– Rinse

low low

low medium

highhigh

mediummedium

Explanations:X Programme section included– Programme section not included

1) Load recognition:The programme sequence is modified in these programmes according to the absorbency of the load.2) A 4th rinse automatically switches in if there is too much foam in the drum, or if a spin speed lowerthan 700 rpm has been selected.

Wool:Wool is susceptible to damage from movement when it is wet. The wash action during the course ofthe programme is low.

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Quick Wash Starch Spin Separate rinse MIXED WASH 1)

high cottoncontent

high polyestercontent

– – – – optional optional

– X – – optional optional

X – – – X X

– – – – – –

– – – – – X

2 – – 2 3 or 42) 3

2 – – – 2 2

– – – – 2 2

max. 500 – – – max. 900 max. 500

max. 1200 max. 1200 max. 1200 max. 1200 max. 900 max. 900

max. 30 mins max. 30 mins max. 30 mins – max. 30 mins max. 30 mins

optional optional – optional optional optional

optional optional – optional optional optional

normal normal – gentle action normal normal

low medium

low–

–– high

low low

low medium

Top-up rinse (programmable):At the end of the main wash additional water flows into the drum, and the suds are cooled slightly. Hotwater might damage plastic drain pipes.

Graduated rinsing:The suds are cooled at the end of the wash cycle by water flowing in and being pumped away at inter-vals thereby minimising crease formation.

Rinse and interim spin:There is a spin between the rinses.

Final spin:The maximum spin speed according to the programme can be selected with the Spin button. In theprogrammes MINIMUM IRON, DELICATES, and MIXED WASH, the spin speed is automatically limitedto the above stated maximum spin speed.

Anti-crease, loosen:The anti-crease action guards against the tendency for creases to set in when fabrics have been left inthe drum for a long time. There is drum movement twice a minute.

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Care symbols

Washing

9 Cottons 95°C, 75°C

8 Cottons 60°C

7 Cottons 40°C

6 Cottons 30°C

4 Minimum iron 60°C, 50°C

2 Minimum iron 40°C

1 Minimum iron 30°C

a Delicates 40°C

@ Delicates 30°C

/ hand wash

h do not wash

ABC dry clean

D do not dry clean

y suitable for chlorine bleach

z do not use chlorine bleach

Tumble dry

q at normal temperature

r at low temperature

s do not tumble dry

Ironing

I hot iron

H medium hot iron

G cool iron

J do not iron

N.B. If you have any textiles with theolder wash care labels, select a pro-gramme according to the label below.

Cottons [:\]

Minimum iron ?;\

Delicates ={

Woollens #

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Additional optionsTo select an additional option to thebasic programme press the button forthat option. The indicator light for theoption comes on.

If an additional option is chosen whichis incompatible with the basic pro-gramme, (see Programme selectionchart), the indicator light goes outwhen the button is released.

If a spin speed is chosen which is un-suitable for the programme (see Pro-gramme selection chart), pressing thebutton has no effect.

Soak

For heavily soiled and stained itemswith dried-on stains, or ones whichcannot be bleached out, (e.g. blood,fats and oils, cocoa).

– A length of time of between 30minutes and 2 hours can be chosen,in 30 minute periods, for the "Soak"process.

– The machine is set as standard totwo hours soak time.See the section "Programmable func-tions" for reprogramming to a differ-ent time.

Adding detergent for the Soak op-tion:

Add the total amount into compartmentj or directly on to the laundry in thedrum.

Pre-wash

For heavily soiled and stained items

Short

This shortens the programme run-ning time. For normally soiled items.

In the Cottons, Minimum Iron andMixed Wash Poly/Cottons programmesonly two rinse cycles are carried outwith a higher water level.

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Water plus

The water level increases in "soak",pre-wash", "main wash" and / or"rinses", and / or an extra rinse canbe carried out.

You can choose between four optionsfor the "Water plus" button.

The options can be called up throughone of the programmable functions,(see Water plus system in the Sectionon programmable functions).

Switching off the additional options

If an additional option is switched on(and the indicator light in the button islit up), the option can be switched offby pressing the button. The indicatorlight goes out.

Spin

A final spin is carried at the end ofeach of the basic programmes, if aspin speed had been selected.

"Without final spin"

Interim rinse and spin is carried out inthe relevant programmes.

Washing is not spun after the finalrinse, but the water is drained away,and the machine goes straight into theanti-crease stage.

"Rinse hold"

Interim rinse and spin is carried out dur-ing the programme cycle.

The washing remains suspended inwater after the final rinse.

This helps to reduce the possibility ofcreasing if the washing is left for sometime before being taken out of the ma-chine.

To continue the programme:

Select the required spin speed with theSpin button.

The maximum spin speed is automati-cally limited according to the basicwash programme chosen, (See Pro-gramme Survey section).

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Electronic programme locking

Programme locking prevents the ma-chine from being opened or the pro-gramme cancelled during a washprogramme.

Switching on programme locking

1Select a programme, (see Briefguide to washing correctly).

2Press the “START” button for at least5 seconds.

Programme locking is now activated.

The machine will now not accept anychanges, and the wash programmeproceeds through to the end.

At the end of the wash programme, theprogramme locking is discontinued, sothat a new wash programme can bechosen.

Switching off programme lockingearly

1Press the “Start” button for at least 5seconds.

Exception:

The indicator light "Anti-crease/Finish"in the Sequence display flashes.

1 Turn the programme selector to theprogramme previously chosen. The"Anti-crease/Finish" light goes out.

2Press the START button for at least 5seconds.

To check if programme locking isswitched on

- Press the ’Spin’ button.

– If the selected spin speed does notchange:

Programme locking is activated.

– If the spin speed changes:

Programme locking is not activated.

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Programmable functionsMaximum water level

The water level for rinsing is automati-cally raised to the maximum levelwhere rinse results are particularly im-portant.

It is effective for the rinses in the follow-ing programmes:

- Cottons

- Minimum iron

- Quick wash

- Mixed wash - Poly/Cottons

Before the "Maximum water level" pro-grammable function can be selectedyou must first select programmingmode.

Selecting programming mode

1 The machine must be switched offand the drum door closed. The pro-gramme selector must point to "Fin-ish".

2Press the additional option buttons"Short" and "Water plus" at the sametime and hold pressed in and:

3 . . . switch the machine on with the“I-ON/0-OFF”-button.

4 Let go of all these buttons.

The indicator light "Main wash" flashesin the sequence display.

Selecting the programmable function

To select the "Maximum water level" pro-grammable function: turn the pro-gramme selector to –MIXED WASH Poly/Cottons*** .

Activating

To activate "Maximum water level"press the "START" button once.The "Rinses" light comes on in the se-quence display.

Storing in memory

To store the "Maximum water level" pro-grammable function in the memorySWITCH the machine OFF with the “I-On/0-OFF" button.

The "Maximum water level" programm-able function is now stored in the ma-chine’s memory and is effective in theprogrammes described above untilsuch time as you may wish to deacti-vate it.

Deactivating

To deactivate the use of a maximumwater level in the rinses repeat the pro-cedure given above from point 1 as faras the *** shown above. Press theSTART button and the “Rinses” indica-tor light will go out. The function is nowdeactivated. Store in memory by press-ing the I-On/0-Off button.

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Water plus system

The "Water plus" button offers four op-tions, increasing water level and / orbringing in an extra rinse cycle. Toactivate the option press the "Waterplus" button when selecting yourwash programme before pressingthe START button.

Option 1

Increase in the rinse water level in theCottons, Minimum iron, Quick Washand Mixed wash - Poly/Cottons pro-grammes, where for example rinse re-sults are particularly important.

Option 2

Increase in the water level in mainwash and rinses for Cottons, Minimumiron, Delicates, Quick wash, and Mixedwash particularly for fabrics that needspecial care, or where extra attentionmust be given to dissolving detergent.This option is already set when the ma-chine is delivered from the factory.

Option 3

An extra rinse cycle is introduced to theCottons programme, e.g. when rinse re-sults are particularly important.

Option 4

Is Option 2 plus Option 3, where thisquality of rinse is required.

Before the "Water plus system" pro-grammable function can be selectedyou must first select programmingmode.




3 . . . switch the machine on with the “I-ON/0-OFF”-button.




To select the "Water plus system" pro-grammable function turn the pro-gramme selector to – Separate rinse .The indicator lights in the sequence dis-play correspond to the four optionsavailable. As Option 2 has been set atthe factory, when the programme selec-tor is turned "Separate rinse", the indica-tor light for Option 2 "Rinse hold" willcome on.


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Selecting the Options

By pressing the "START" button youcan select the other options. To confirma new selection another indicator lightcomes on and the previous one goesout.

Each time "START" is pressed a differ-ent indicator light comes on. The indica-tor lights correspond the the four op-tions as follows:

Option 1 = "Rinse"

Option 2 = "Rinse hold"

Option 3 = "Drain / Spin"

Option 4 = "Anti crease / Finish"

Storing in memory

When you have selected the Optionyou require, SWITCH the machine OFFwith the 1-On/0-OFF" button. The Op-tion is stored in the machine’s memory.


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Activating the i compartment

This function should be activated iftraditional "big box" detergents areused. For the first 10 seconds of themain wash cycle water flows inthrough compartment i.

Compartment j may sometimes notbe able to hold the total amount ofdetergent required when:

- the water is very hard (over 3.8 mmol/l,water hardness level IV) and

- the washing is heavily soiled.

In this case compartment i can beused to flush in the extra detergent forthe main wash.

Before the "Activating the i compart-ment" programmable function can beselected you must first select pro-gramming mode.








To select the "Activating the i com-partment" programmable function turnthe programme selector to – Spin ***.

Activating

To activate "Activating the i compart-ment" press the "START" button once.The "Rinses" light comes on in the se-quence display.

Storing in memory

To store the "Activating the i compart-ment" programmable function in thememory SWITCH the machine OFF withthe “I-On/0-OFF" button.

The "Activating the i compartment"programmable function is now stored inthe machine’s memory.

Deactivating

To deactivate the use of Compartmenti repeat the procedure given abovefrom point 1 as far as the *** shownabove. Press the START button and the"Rinses" indicator light will go out. Thefunction is deactivated. Store in mem-ory by pressing the I-On/0-Off button.


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Soak time

This is accessed for a programme bypressing the SOAK button on thefacia.

You can programme a soak time of:

- 2 hours (factory setting) or

- 1 hour 30 mins or

- 1 hour or

- 30 mins.

A "Soak time" of 2 hours is set at thefactory. If you wish to change thisstandard setting to one of the timeslisted above, you must first select pro-gramming mode.








To select the "Soak time" programmablefunction turn the programme selector to– WOOLLENS Cold .The "Rinse" indicator light comes on inthe sequence display. This shows thata "Soak time" of 2 hours is currently se-lected (factory setting).

Selecting a different "Soak time"

By pressing the "START" button avarious number of times you can selectdifferent soak times. To confirm that adifferent soak time has been selected,the previous indicator light goes outand a new indicator light comes on.

Each time "START" is pressed a differ-ent indicator light will come on. The indi-cator lights correspond to the 4 soaktimes available as follows:

2 hours = "Rinse"

1 hour 30 mins = "Rinse hold"

1 hour = "Drain \ Spin"

30 mins = "Anti crease \ Finish"

Storing in memory

When you have selected the soak timeyou require, SWITCH the machine OFFwith the “I-On/0-OFF" button.

The "Soak time" you have selected isnow stored in the machine’s memory.


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Gentle action

For gentle washing of slightly soileditems. Drum action is reduced.

Gentle action can be used with the Cot-tons, Minimum iron, Quick Wash, Mixedwash and Starch programmes.

If "Gentle action" has been pro-grammed, every wash cycle in theseprogrammes is carried out with gentleaction rhythm.

Before the "Gentle action" programm-able function can be selected you mustfirst select programming mode.








To select the "Gentle action" programm-able function turn the programme selec-tor to – WOOLLENS 40 °C ***.

Activating

To activate "Gentle action" press the"START" button once.The "Rinses" light comes on in the se-quence display.

Storing the programmable functionin memory

To store the "Gentle action" programm-able function in the memory SWITCHthe machine OFF with the “I-On/0-OFF"button.

The "Gentle action" programmable func-tion is now stored in the machine’smemory.

Deactivating

If the "Gentle action" programmablefunction is no longer required it can bedeactivated. To do so repeat the proce-dure given above from point 1 as faras the *** shown above. Press theSTART button and the “Rinses” indica-tor light will go out. The function is nowdeactivated. Store in memory by press-ing the I-On/0-Offf button.


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Top-up rinse for Cottons

At the end of the main wash addi-tional water flows into the drum andthe suds are cooled down.

Hot suds can damage plastic drainagepipes.

Top-up rinse takes place when tem-peratures of 95°C and 75°C are se-lected.

Before the "Top-up rinse for Cottons"programmable function can be se-lected you must first select programm-ing mode.








To select the "Top-up rinse for Cottons"programmable function turn the pro-gramme selector to – DELICATES cold ***.

Activating

To activate "Top-up rinse for Cottons"press the "START" button once.The "Rinses" light comes on in the se-quence display.

Storing in memory

To store the "Top-up rinse for Cottons"programmable function in the memorySWITCH the machine OFF with the“I-On/0-OFF" button.

The "Top-up rinse for Cottons" pro-grammable function is now stored inthe machine’s memory.

Deactivating

If the "Top-up rinse for Cottons" pro-grammable function is no longer re-quired it can be deactivated. To do sorepeat the procedure given above frompoint 1 as far as the *** shown above.Press the START button and the“Rinses” indicator light will go out. Thefunction is now deactivated. Store inmemory by pressing the I-On/0-Off but-ton.


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Memory function

If an additional option is selected fora programme, and / or the spinspeed is altered, the machine storesthese changes in memory at the startof a programme.

The memory function is active when themachine is first delivered but can beprogrammed to be switched off.

Deactivating

First select programming mode.







Deactivating the programmable func-tion

To de-select the "Memory" programm-able function turn the programme selec-tor toDELICATES 30°C ***.

As this programmable function is activewhen the machine is first delivered, the"Rinses" indicator light will come on inthe sequence display as soon as theprogramme selector is turned to DELI-CATES 30°C.

To deactivate the "Memory" functionpress the START button and the lightwill go out. The memory function is nowdeactivated.

Storing in memory

To store this setting in memory SWITCHthe machine OFF with the I-On/0-OFF"button.

Reactivating

To reactivate the memory function re-peat the procedure given above frompoint 1 as far as the *** shown above.Pressing the "START" button again willreactivate the "Memory" function andthe "Rinses" indicator light will come onagain. The function is now reactivated.Store in memory by pressing the I-On/0-Off button.


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Cleaning and careCleaning the washing machine

Clean the casing with a mild non-ab-rasive detergent or soap and water.Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

Clean the facia panel and flap with adamp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.

The drum can be cleaned using asuitable proprietary stainless steelcleaner.

Do not use abrasive cleaners, glasscleaners or all-purpose cleaners.These might cause damage to theplastic surfaces because of thechemicals they contain.

Extra cleaningCarrying out a hot wash (70°C orabove) with powder detergent approx.once every six weeks will help to en-sure that no deposits build up in themachine. These can occur when wash-ing is mainly done at low temperatures,and also lead to unpleasant smells. Ifyou have no reason to wash laundry oc-casionally at this high temperature,then carry out a 95°C Cottons pro-gramme as a cleaning cycle with pow-der detergent and no washing, at regu-lar intervals.

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Cleaning the detergent dispen-ser drawer

Pull out the detergent dispenserdrawer until a resistance is felt.

Press down the red release catchand at the same time pull the drawerright out of the machine.

Clean the dispenser compartmentsand conditioner channel. Regularly remove any detergentresidues.

Remove the siphon tube from com-partment p.Wash under running warm water andput back.

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Cleaning and careCleaning the fluff (drain) filterand pumpCheck the fluff (drain) filter initially after3-4 washes to ascertain how often it islikely to require cleaning.

With normal cleaning approx. 2 litres ofwater run out.

If the drain outlet is clogged, morewater will be retained in the machine(up to 25 litres) .

Caution: If laundry has beenwashed at a high temperature,water draining out of the machinewill still be hot.

Take the (yellow) filter flap opener frombehind the detergent drawer faciapanel, (see illustration above).

Open the flap.

Place a dish under the drain fixture.

Turn the fluff filter lid round 2-3 times. Do not take it right out.

With large volumes of water, when thedish is full screw the fluff filter back intoposition, and empty the dish before re-peating the procedure.

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Once the flow of water ceases,remove the fluff filter completely.

Clean the fluff filter thoroughly.

Remove any foreign objects (e.g.buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff.

Turn the impeller by hand to checkthat it is free to rotate. Any foreign ob-jects causing an obstruction shouldbe removed.

Clean the inside of the fluff filter hous-ing.

Remove any deposits of lime scale anddetergent or foreign objects from thethread of the filter housing and filter unit(as these objects can cause a leakageof water). Deposits of lime scale areoften a sign of underdosage of powder.

Put the fluff filter back in place andsecure.

If the fluff filter is not put backproperly and secured in place,water will run out of the machine.

After cleaning

Pour approx. 2 litres of water into thedetergent dispenser compartmentj to reactivate the ball valve whichkeeps detergent in circulation in thesuds.

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To clean the water inlet filtersThe washing machine has two filters to protect the inlet valves.Thesefilters should be checked every 6months or so, or more often if there arefrequent interruptions to the water sup-ply.

To clean the filter in the union in theopen end of the inlet hose:

First turn off the stopcock.

Unscrew the threaded union con-necting the free end of the inlet hoseto the stopcock.

Remove the rubber seal from the re-cess.

Using pointed pliers, take hold of the plastic filter bar, remove the fil-ter and clean

Put the filter and seal back in thereverse order and reconnect thehose.

Turn on the stopcock and check theconnection is watertight.

Inspect the inlet hose which is sub-jected to high pressure while the ma-chine is in operation. The hose shouldbe replaced if there are small cracks inthe surface, or if it has been otherwisedamaged.If replacing the inlet hose only use ahose able to withstand pressure up to70 bar. Miele’s own hoses meet this re-quirement.

To clean the filter in the water inletvalve:

Using pliers, carefully loosen theribbed plastic nut on the inlet valve,and unscrew.

Use water pump pliers to withdrawthe plastic filter by the bar (see illus-tration). Clean, put back and secure.

The two filters must be put back inplace after cleaning.

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Problem solving guideRepair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitablyqualified person in accordance with local and national regulations. Unauth-orised repairs could be dangerous.

What to do, if . . . Cause . . . Remedy . . .

. . . The programmedoes not begin

There is no power.The "Anti-crease-Finish" light isnot on.

Check whether:

– the door is properly closed.

– the mains plug is plugged in.

– the fuse or circuit breakerhas not tripped.

. . . the "Check drain" lightflashes during theprogramme, but theprogramme is runningnormally

The water outlet is restricted. – Clean the fluff (drain) filterand drain pump.

– Has the drain pump beenfixed too high? (Max. drainheight 1m).

. . . the "Check drain" lightflashes during theprogramme, but theprogramme is not runningnormally.

The water outlet is blocked. – Clean the fluff (drain) filterand drain pump.

– Has the drain pump beenfixed too high? (Max. drainheight 1m).

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What to do, if . . . Cause . . . Remedy . . .

. . . the “Check (water) inlet"indicator flashes during theprogramme but theprogramme is runningnormally.

The water inlet is restricted. – The stopcock is not openedfar enough.

– The inlet hose is kinked.

– The water pressure is too low

– The filter in the inlet hose isdirty. Clean it.

. . . the “Check (water) inlet"indicator flashes and thelaundry was not washed.

The water inlet is closed. – Open the stopcock.

– Start the programme again.

. . . one of the followingindicator lights is flashing– “Soak/Pre-wash”– “Main Wash”– “Rinses”– “Rinse hold”

There is a fault. – Press “I-ON/0-OFF” button torelease it.

– Turn the programme selectorto "Finish".

– Press “I-ON/0-OFF” button in.

– Re-start the programme.

– If the indicator light startsflashing again, call theService Dept.


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What to do, if . . . Cause Remedy

. . . the indicator light “Drain/ Final spin” flashes.

The final spin has not takenplace. The machine detectedan imbalance.

– Loosen and re-distribute thewashing.

– Select the programme Spinor Drain.

– Take into account the spinspeed of the relevantprogramme.

. . . the indicator light"Anti-crease/Finish" flashes.

The position of the programmeselector was altered after thestart of the programme.

Turn the programe selectorback to the programmepreviously chosen.

. . . the drum door cannot beopened.

The appliance is not plugged into the electricity supply.

Put the plug in the socket.

Power cut. See "Problem solving guide",How to open the door after apower failure.

The door was not correctlyengaged.

Press hard against the lock sideof the drum door and thenpress the "Door" button.

There is still water in the drum. – Select the "Drain" programmefor the water to be pumpedout.

– Open the drum door.

The suds temperature is higherthan 55°C.

. . . the machine shakesduring the spin cycle.

The four feet are not restingevenly on the floor.

Level the machine. See’Installation advice’.

. . . the washing has notbeen spun satisfactorily.

The spin speed selected wastoo low.

Select a higher spin speed nexttime.

The load was not distributedsufficiently evenly in the drum.To protect the machine laundrywas only spun at a reducedspeed.

Always mix large and smallitems in the load.

. . . the pump makesstrange noises.

These noises occur at the endof a pump sequence as anormal part of the operation. They are not a fault.


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What to do, if . . . Cause Remedy

. . . large residues ofdetergent remain in thedispenser drawer.

The water supply pressure istoo low.

– Clean the filter in the waterinlet system.

– It may be useful to select“Water plus”.

Washing powder used withwater softener tends to becomesticky.

Pour washing powder into thedispenser before adding anywater softener.

. . . fabric conditioner is notcompletely dispensed or toomuch water remains in the p

compartment.

The siphon tube is eitherincorrectly positioned orclogged.

Clean the siphon tube.

The fabric conditioner channelis clogged.

Clean the fabric conditionerchannel.

. . . grey, greasy particlescling to washed laundry.

Insufficient amounts ofdetergent were used to breakdown the particles of grease inheavily soiled laundry.

– Add more detergent.

– Before washing the next loadrun a “COTTONS 95°C”programme without a load.(See "Extra cleaning" inCleaning and Care).

. . . there are white residueswhich look like powderdetergent on the washing.

The detergent containedcompounds (zeolites) to aidwater softening which are notsoluble in water. These haveended up on the washing.

– Use detergents containingno zeolites to re-wash theload.

– Liquid detergents usuallycontain no zeolites.

– Try and brush off theresidues with a soft brush.

. . . liquid detergent does notgive the required result.

Liquid detergents do notcontain bleaching agents. Theydo not remove fruit, coffee andtea stains.

– Use a general purposewashing machine powdercontaining a bleaching agent.

– Pour stain remover (salts)into the dispenser drawercompartment j, and liquiddetergent into a dispenserball.

– Never put stain salts andliquid detergent together inthe dispenser drawer.


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Opening the drum door in theevent of a power failure

Switch off the washing machine.

Open the fluff (drain) filter flap anddrain the water as described in"Cleaning and care", (fluff (drain) fil-ter and pump).

Caution: if laundry has beenwashed at a high temperature,water draining out of the machinewill still be hot.

Pull the emergency door latch down-wards (see illustration). The machinedoor will then open.

Always make sure the drum is sta-tionary before reaching in to the ma-chine to remove washing. Reachinginto a moving drum is extremelydangerous.

To check water pressurePlace a bucket under the stopcock.

Turn on the stopcock.

If 5 litres of water flow into the bucket in15 seconds the water pressure is cor-rect.


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After sales serviceCustomer contactIn the event of any faults which you can-not remedy yourself please contact

– Your Miele Dealer or

– Your nearest Miele Service depart-ment (see back cover for the ad-dress).

When contacting the Service Depart-ment, please quote the Model and Ser-ial nos. of your appliance, both ofwhich are shown on the data platevisible above the porthole glass whenthe door is opened.

Please note that telephone calls maybe monitored and recorded to im-prove our service.

Future updates (PC)The indicator light or check lightmarked PC is reserved for the serviceengineer, for updates to your machinein future years.

When for example technological devel-opments offer advanced modificationsto your existing programme cycles, aservice engineer will be able to inputthese into your machine controls.

Miele will provide information whensuch possibilities become available.

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InstallationInstallation surfaceA concrete floor is the most suitable in-stallation surface for a washing ma-chine, being far less prone to vibrationduring the spin cycle than woodenfloorboards or a surface with "soft"properties.

Please note the following points:

The machine must be level and se-curely positioned.

To avoid vibrations during spinning,the machine should not be installedon soft floor coverings.

If installing on a wooden joist floor,we recommend a plywood base atleast 30 mm thick, 590 x 520 mmwide. The base should span severaljoists and be bolted to the joists, notonly to the floorboards. Check for thepresence of pipes and cables first.The most stable part of the floor isusually in the corner.

If the machine is installed on araised plinth, it has to be securedagainst slippage during spin usingretaining clips (available from theMiele Spare Parts Dept).

InstallationLift the machine from its packagingbase and move it to its site. Pleasenote:

Do not lift the machine by thedrum door.

Ensure that the machine feet and thefloor are dry to prevent the machinefrom slipping during the spin cycle.

Removing the transit fitting

Turn the left-hand transit bar 90°.

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Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°.

Withdraw the two bars together withthe support plate.

Plug the two holes with the plasticcaps supplied.

The machine should not be moved with-out the transit fitting in place.

The transit fitting should be storedin a safe place for future use. Itmust be re-fitted if the machine is tobe moved again. Re-fitting is car-ried out by reversing the procedure.

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Levelling the machineThe machine must stand perfectly levelon all four feet to ensure safe andproper operation.

Incorrect installation may increase elec-tricity and water consumption and maycause the machine to move about.

The four adjustable screw feet are usedto level the machine. All four feet arescrewed in when the machine is de-livered.

Screwing out and adjusting the feet

Gently tip the machine and prop itup using a solid wood wedge forexample, to ensure stability.

Make sure the machine does notslip as this could cause injury.

With a screwdriver loosen and turnthe foot 1 together with the counter-nut 2 to the left, (see illustrationbelow) and screw out.

Put the machine back on all four feet.

Use a spirit level to check the ma-chine is standing level.

Hold the foot 1 firm using a pipewrench and turn the counternut 2 tothe right firmly up against the hous-ing with a screwdriver.

All four counternuts must be firmlyup against the housing. Please alsocheck this for the feet which did notneed adjustment. Otherwise there isthe danger of the machine movingabout.

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Building underTo build this appliance under a con-tinuous worktop / in a kitchen run:

A special building under conversionkit* is required. The machine lid mustbe replaced by a cover plate. To en-sure electrical safety the cover platemust be fitted. **

Fitting instructions are supplied withthe conversion kit.

N.B.**

If you wish to push your machine undera worktop and there is space to do thiswithout removing the lid , the conver-sion kit is not necessary. Otherwise theconversion kit is essential.

For installation under a work surface900/910 mm from the floor, a raisingkit* is required.

Connections for electricity, water anddrainage should be installed in sucha way that they remain accessiblewhen the machine is in place.

Washer and Dryer stack

A Miele tumble dryer can be stackedwith the washing machine. A stackingkit* is necessary and can be pur-chased from the Miele Spare Parts De-partment.

All parts marked* are available from theMiele Spare Parts or Sales Department,and must be fitted by a suitably compe-tent person according to the instruction-s supplied with the kit.

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Connection to water supplyThe machine should be connected to amains water supply in accordance withstandard regulations. In Germany thewashing machine is not required tohave a non-return valve as it has beendesigned to comply with the relevantGerman DIN standard.

Connection to the mains water supplyshould incorporate a mains stopcockwith 3/4’’ thread. The stopcock shouldbe fitted by a qualified plumber.

The approx. 1.5 m long 3/8" pressurehose should be connected to the stop-cock via the 3/4" threaded union.

This pressure hose is not suitable forconnection to a hot water supply.Please make sure the washer sits cor-rectly in the union.

The connection point is subject tomains water pressure. Turn on the stop-cock slowly and check for leaks.

If replacing the inlet hose only use ahose able to withstand pressure ofup to 70 bar. This also applies to allfixtures and fittings used. Miele orig-inal parts fulfil this condition.

Longer hoses 2.5 or 4 metres in lengthare available as optional extras.

The machine is designed to operatewith a water flow pressure of 1 bar mini-mum up to 10 bar maximum. The staticwater pressure must not exceed 10bar. If it is higher than 10 bar it is essen-tial to fit a reducer valve.

There is a minimum flow pressure of 1bar pressure if 5 litres of water flow intoa suitable container in 15 seconds.

The two dirt filters - one in the openend of the inlet hose, one at the inletpoint in the solenoid valve must not beremoved.

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Connection to the drainagesystemThe machine drains via a drain pumpwith a delivery head of 1 metre.

The drain hose is 1.5 m long. It mustnot be kinked as this restricts drainage.The swivel elbow at the end of the hosecan be turned in either direction, or canbe detached if required, with a sharptwist and pull.

Drain hose connection:

Direct into a sink: Hook the hoseover the edge and secure. Makesure that the water can flow freely toavoid flooding and to prevent waterfrom being sucked back into the ma-chine.

Connected to a floor gully.

Connected to a standpipe.

Connected to a plastic drain pipewith a rubber nipple. There is noneed to use a non-return valve.

If required, the drain hose can be ex-tended to a length of 5 m. The necess-ary parts can be purchased from theMiele Spare Parts Department, or yourMiele dealer.

For a delivery head of more than 1 m(up to a maximum of 1.8 m) a secondDuo-drain pump is available with thecorresponding conversion kit from theMiele Spare Parts Department or yourMiele dealer.

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Electrical connection U.K.All electrical work should be carried outonly by a suitably qualified and compe-tent person, in strict accordance withnational and local safety regulations.

The appliance is supplied with a mainscable with moulded plug for connectionto a 230-240V mains supply. The volt-age, rated load and fuse rating aregiven on the data plate. Please ensurethese match the household mains sup-ply.

Connection should be made via afused plug and suitable switchedsocket which is easily accessible afterinstallation. For extra safety it is advis-able to install a residual current device(RCD), with a trip current of 30 mA. Donot connect via an extension lead.

Important

The wires in the mains lead are col-oured in accordance with the followingcode:

Green/yellow = earth

Blue = neutral

Brown = live

Where it is necessary to change plugs,if the colours of the wires in the mainslead of this appliance do not corre-spond with the coloured markings ident-ifying the terminals of your plug, pro-ceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured green andyellow must be connected to the termi-nal in the plug which is marked with theletter E or by the earth symbol z or col-oured green, or green and yellow.

The wire which is coloured blue mustbe connected to the terminal in theplug which is marked with the letter Nor coloured black.The wire which is coloured brown mustbe connected to the terminal in theplug which is marked with the letter Lor coloured red.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCEMUST BE EARTHED

Ensure power is not supplied to the ap-pliance while installation work is beingcarried out.

Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363

If this machine is fitted with a non-re-wireable plug, the following informationapplies:If the socket outlets are not suitable forthe plug supplied with the product, itmust be cut off and an appropriateplug fitted.The plug cut from the flexible cordshould be disposed of and on no ac-count be inserted into any socket else-where in the house (electric shock ha-zard).The fuse cover must be refitted whenchanging the fuse, and if the fusecover is lost, the plug must not be useduntil a suitable replacement is ob-tained. The colour of the correct re-placement cover is that of the colouredinsert in the base of the plug, or the col-our that is embossed in words on thebase of the plug (as applicable to thedesign of plug fitted).Replacement fuses should be ASTA ap-proved to BS 1362 and have the cor-rect rating. Replacement fuse coversmay be purchased from your local elec-trical supplier or Service agent.

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Consumption dataProgramme

(without any additionaloptions or

programmable functions)

Load Consumption data

Energy Water Programme time

in kWh litres normal short

COTTONS

95°C 5.0 kg 1.70 52 1 h 54 mins 1 h 26 mins

60°C* 5.0 kg 0.95 52 1 h 58 mins 1 h 16 mins

40°C 5.0 kg 0.55 52 1 h 58 mins 1 h 06 mins

MINIMUM IRON

40°C 2.5 kg 0.45 58 1 h 20 mins 49 mins

DELICATES

30°C 1.0 kg 0.40 75 58 mins 49 mins

Woollens

30°C 1.0 kg 0.15 25 35 mins –

* EN 60456

Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given depending on waterpressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room temperature, type andvolume of load, fluctuations in the electricity supply and any additionalfunctions selected.

N.B.

Consumption data obtained from a machine designed for the German market.

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Technical DataHeight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Depth with door open . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Max. floor load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rated load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuse rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Water flow pressure min. . . . . . . . . . . .

Static water pressure max.. . . . . . . . . .

Drain pump head max. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Drain pump length max.. . . . . . . . . . . .

Test certificates awarded . . . . . . . . . . .

85 cm

59.5 cm

60 cm

97 cm

92 kg

1600 Newton (approx. 160 kg)

5 kg Dry laundry

}s. Data plate

1 bar

10 bar

1 m

5 m

Radio/TV suppression, VDE

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