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Operating instructions

for Washing machine
W 1901 WPS
en - GB
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the machine it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed and used for the
first time.
M.-Nr. 09 330 410

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions for Washing machine W 1901 WPS en - GB To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 09 330 410...
  • Page 2: Caring For Our Environment

    Caring for our environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old machine material Electrical and electronic machines often contain materials which, if The transport and protective packing handled or disposed of incorrectly, has been selected from materials which could be potentially hazardous to are environmentally friendly for disposal human health and to the environment.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Caring for our environment ......... 2 Warning and Safety instructions .
  • Page 4 Contents Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ....37 Safety lock ............37 Detergent .
  • Page 5 The Miele Waterproof system ........
  • Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation of the washing machine. The washing machine can only be used by people with reduced...
  • Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children Children 8 years and older may use, clean or maintain the washing machine without supervision only if they have been shown how to do so in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the machine unless they are constantly supervised.
  • Page 8 Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the machine (e.g. danger of overheating). Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety...
  • Page 9 Warning and Safety instructions 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. If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger.
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point. Before using the washing machine for the first time, check that the transit bars at the rear of the machine have been removed (see section on "Installation and connection").
  • Page 11 A special descaling agent is available to order from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet on www.miele-shop.com. Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine.
  • Page 12 Warning and Safety instructions Accessories Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-...
  • Page 13: Operating The Washing Machine

    Operating the washing machine Control panel a PC / Optical interface f Programme selector This is used by service technicians For selecting a programme. The to run diagnostic checks on your indicator light next to the selected machine and can also be used to programme will come on.
  • Page 14: Display

    Operating the washing machine Display Multiple option selection If a value is selected there will be a tick next to it. Further extras Water plus Extra quiet Press the X or Y button to scroll down or up the options in the display. Press the OK button to select the highlighted value.
  • Page 15: Optional Programme Packages

    – final spin speed downloading into your machine. – the soak time These have to be downloaded by a – delay start Miele service engineer. – cancellation of a programme The following programme packages can be downloaded into your machine – safety lock...
  • Page 16: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Set the language Before using the machine for the first You will be asked to select the time ensure that it is correctly language you require for the display. It installed and connected. See is possible to select another language "Installation and connection".
  • Page 17 Before using for the first time Reminder to remove transport bars To avoid the risk of damage, the transport bars must be removed before the machine is used for the first time. See "Installation and connection" for instructions on how to do this.
  • Page 18: Washing Environmentally And Economically

    Washing environmentally and economically Energy and water consumption Detergent – Water consumption and energy – Do not exceed the amounts of usage are determined by the size of detergent recommended by the the load. manufacturer on the packaging. To make the most out of your –...
  • Page 19: How To Wash Correctly

    How to wash correctly Brief instructions If you use a solvent-based The headings numbered A, B, C, . . . cleaning agent (e.g. one containing show the operating sequence and can benzene) to pre-treat a stain, make be used as brief instructions. sure that any plastic parts (e.g.
  • Page 20 How to wash correctly B Switch on the washing machine D Select a programme C Load the drum Using the programme selector: ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Unfold the laundry and load loosely into the drum. Mixing both large and small items gives better wash results and also helps distribute the load evenly during spinning.
  • Page 21 How to wash correctly E Select a temperature / spin speed Using the programme selector at the Further programmes/Settings 4 If required, you can change the position suggested temperature and/or spin speed within a given range. Cottons 60°C 1400 rpm Duration: 2:59 ^ Press the Y or X button to alter the...
  • Page 22 How to wash correctly F Select extra option(s) G Select Delay start (if required) The programme can be set to have a finish time up to 24 hours later. ^ Select any Extra options by either pressing the relevant button for the Extra, or by using the Further ^ Press the Delay start button.
  • Page 23 How to wash correctly H Add detergent It is important to dispense the correct amount, because..too little detergent results in: – Laundry not getting properly clean and with time it may become grey and hard to the touch. –...
  • Page 24 How to wash correctly I Start the programme Check that all items have been ^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button. removed from the drum. Items left in If a delay start time has been selected, the drum could discolour other items then this will count down in the display.
  • Page 25: Extra Options

    Extra options Further extras 4 Extra options are selected or deselected by pressing the appropriate The Further extras sub-menu will open button. in the display. Stains 4 Press the Further extras 4 button again to come out of the Further There is a choice of various types of extras sub-menu.
  • Page 26 Extra options Pre-wash – To delete the soak duration ^ Press the Further extras 4 button. For laundry with large amounts of dirt e.g. dust, sand. Further extras Soak Soak For heavily soiled items with protein Rinse hold stains. ^ Press the X or Y button until Soak is A duration of between 30 minutes and 6 highlighted and deselect it with the hours can be chosen in 30 minute...
  • Page 27: The Following Extra Options Can Be Selected In Addition To The Programme

    Extra options The following extra options can be selected in addition to the programme: Cottons Minimum iron Delicates Woollens / Express 20 Shirts Denim Automatic plus Spin Maintenance programme Dark garments Down filled items Outerwear Proofing Separate rinse Starch This extra option is activated automatically but can be deselected This extra option is activated automatically and cannot be deselected...
  • Page 28: Spin

    Spin Final spin speed To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) The laundry will not be spun and will Programme remain suspended in the final rinse Cottons 1400 water. This reduces creasing if the Minimum iron 1200 laundry is not going to be removed Delicates from the drum immediately after the Woollens /...
  • Page 29: Programme Chart

    Programme chart Cottons 9876* cold to 90°C Max. load 7.0 kg Use for Cotton, linen or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling, underwear, T-shirts etc. Note The 60°/40°C programmes differ from the Eco /Eco programmes as follows: – Shorter programme duration –...
  • Page 30 Programme chart Delicates 4321ac* cold to 60°C Max. load 2.5 kg Use for Delicate garments made from synthetic fibre, mixed fibre, rayon and easy care cotton. Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washable by the manufacturer. Note – Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with pre- wash advisable.
  • Page 31 Cleaning the washing machine will significantly reduce bacteria, fungus and biofilm and help prevent the build-up of unpleasant odours. Notes – Optimum results can be achieved by using Miele machine cleaner. Alternatively a universal powder detergent can be used. – Dispense the machine cleaner or universal powder via the detergent compartment.
  • Page 32 Programme chart Outerwear cold to 40°C Max. load 2.5 kg ® Use for Outerwear made from membrane fabrics such as Gore-Tex ® ® SYMPATEX , WINDSTOPPER etc. Notes – Zip up jackets before washing. – Do not use fabric conditioner. –...
  • Page 33: Garment Care Label Symbols

    Garment care label symbols Washing Ironing The figure quoted in the bucket is the The number of dots indicates the maximum temperature the garment ironing temperature can be washed at. The number of Hot iron (max sole plate temp. bars under the symbol indicates the approx.
  • Page 34: Programme Sequence

    Programme sequence Main wash Rinses Spinning Water Wash Water Rinses Interim Final level rhythm level spin spin 1)2) Cottons Minimum iron Delicates – Woollens / Express 20 Shirts – Denim – Automatic plus Spin – – – – – Maintenance prog. –...
  • Page 35 Programme sequence d = Low water level Special features in the programme sequences: ( = Medium water level Anti-crease: e = High water level At the end of the programme, the drum = Intensive rhythm continues to turn at intervals for up to = Normal rhythm 30 minutes to help prevent creasing.
  • Page 36: Changing The Programme Sequence

    Changing the programme sequence Cancelling a programme Interrupting a programme ^ Switch the machine off with the K You can cancel a programme at any time after it has started. button. ^ Press the Start/Stop button. To continue with the same programme: ^ Switch the machine back on again Options with the K button.
  • Page 37: Adding Or Removing Laundry After A Programme Has Started

    Changing the programme sequence Adding or removing laundry Safety lock after a programme has started The safety lock prevents the machine ^ Press the Door button to open the from being opened or the drum door. programme cancelled during a wash programme.
  • Page 38: Detergent

    Do not use biological detergents on silk as the enzymes may damage the silk! Instructions for use and recommended dosage amounts are given on the detergent packaging. See "Optional accessories" at the end of this booklet for details of Miele branded care products including detergents and fabric conditioner.
  • Page 39 Liquid detergent For programmes with a pre-wash you will need to purchase a special container from the Miele Spare Parts Department which sits in the main wash compartment j. Add liquid detergent to this container for the main wash and...
  • Page 40: Water Softeners

    Visible dirt and stains and/or dried on softener. soiling. Miele branded water softening tablets – The size of the load are available from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet at – The water hardness level. www.miele-shop.com. Check with your local water supplier...
  • Page 41: Fabric Conditioners And Liquid Starch

    Detergent Fabric conditioners and liquid If starching frequently, thoroughly starch clean the dispenser compartment, Fabric conditioner especially the siphon tube and makes garments soft to handle and fabric conditioner channel, regularly. help prevent static cling when tumble See "Cleaning the detergent drying.
  • Page 42: Cleaning And Care

    ^ Pull out the detergent dispenser panel drawer until a resistance is felt. Press ^ Clean the casing using a Miele E- down the release catch and at the cloth or with a mild non-abrasive same time pull the drawer right out of cleaning agent or soap and water the machine.
  • Page 43 Cleaning and care Cleaning the siphon and conditioner If starching frequently, thoroughly channel clean the siphon, the siphon tube and the fabric conditioner channel regularly. A build-up of liquid starch will cause them to get clogged. Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing 1.
  • Page 44: Cleaning The Filter In The Water Inlet

    Cleaning and care ^ First turn off the stopcock. Cleaning the filter in the water inlet ^ Unscrew the threaded union connecting the free end of the inlet The washing machine has a filter to hose to the stopcock. protect the water inlet valve. The accessible filter in the union in the open end of the inlet hose should be checked every six months, or more...
  • Page 45: Problem Solving Guide

    Problem solving guide With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations.
  • Page 46: One Of The Following Fault Messages Appears In The Display

    Problem solving guide One of the following fault messages appears in the display Fault message Possible cause Remedy Fault The water inlet is Check whether Water intake blocked or – the stopcock is Open stopcock restricted. opened properly. – the inlet hose is kinked. –...
  • Page 47: The Following Fault Messages Appear In The Display At The End Of The Programme

    A programme using a In order to prevent bacteria temperature above 60°C and unpleasant smells building has not been run for a up in the machine, run the long time. Maintenance programme programme using Miele machine cleaner or a universal powder detergent.
  • Page 48: General Problems

    Problem solving guide General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine shakes The machine feet are not Level the machine (see during the spin cycle. level. "Installation and connection"). The laundry has not The machine detected an Include both large and been spun properly and imbalance during the final small items in the load as...
  • Page 49: An Unsatisfactory Wash Result

    – Before the next wash, run the washed laundry. to break down the Maintenance programme using particles of grease in Miele machine cleaner or a heavily soiled laundry. universal powder detergent. White residues The detergent – Try and brush off the residues...
  • Page 50: The Door Will Not Open

    Problem solving guide The door will not open Possible cause Remedy Insert the plug in the socket and switch on, and/or The machine is not switch the machine on with the K button. connected to the electricity supply and/or is not switched on.
  • Page 51: Blocked Drain Outlet

    Problem solving guide Opening the drum door in the Caution: if laundry has been event of a blocked drain outlet washed at a high temperature, water and/or power failure draining out of the machine will still ^ Switch the washing machine off. be hot.
  • Page 52 Problem solving guide Once the flow of water ceases: Make sure the drain filter is securely tightened. Otherwise there is a risk of water leakage during use. To avoid loss of detergent, pour approx. 2 litres of water into the detergent dispenser drawer after cleaning the drain filter.
  • Page 53: After Sales Service

    Miele service – your Miele Dealer or technicians during servicing work for testing purposes and for updating the – Miele (see back cover for contact machine's programme data. details). When contacting your Dealer or Miele, Guarantee...
  • Page 54: Installation And Connection

    Installation and connection Front view a Inlet hose with "Waterproof" system h Control panel b Electricity supply cable i Drum door c - f Flexible drain hose (with j Access to drain filter, drain pump detachable swivel elbow) and emergency release g Detergent dispenser drawer k Handle recesses for moving the machine...
  • Page 55: Rear View

    Installation and connection Rear view a Protruding lid for holding when e Transport clip for inlet and drain moving the machine hoses b Electricity supply cable f Safety cap for transit bars c Inlet hose with "Waterproof" system g Transport clip for inlet and drain hoses and for storing transit bars d Drain hose when not in use.
  • Page 56: Installation Surface

    (available from the 2. then use a screwdriver to release the Miele Spare Parts Dept). Otherwise catch at the top. there is the danger of the machine moving about and falling off the...
  • Page 57 Installation and connection ^ Using the spanner supplied, turn the ^ Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°, left-hand transit bar 90°, then then ^ withdraw the transit bar. ^ withdraw the transit bar.
  • Page 58: Re-Fitting The Transit Bars

    Installation and connection To avoid the risk of injury the holes for the transit bars must be covered after the transit bars have been removed. ^ Secure the transit bars to the back of the washing machine. Make sure that the top catch is located above the holder.
  • Page 59: Levelling The Machine

    Installation and connection Levelling the machine The machine must stand perfectly level on all four feet to ensure safe and proper operation. Incorrect installation may increase electricity and water consumption and may cause the machine to move about. Screwing out and adjusting the feet The four adjustable screw feet are used to level the machine.
  • Page 60: Building Under A Worktop

    Installation and connection Building under a worktop Washer-dryer stack A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked The machine lid must not be with the washing machine. A WTV removed. stacking kit is necessary which can be purchased from your Dealer, the Miele...
  • Page 61: The Miele Waterproof System

    Installation and connection The Miele Waterproof system 2) Electronic unit and washing machine housing The Miele Waterproof system protects the washing machine from water – Sump damage. Any leaking water is collected in a The system consists of three main sump in the base of the machine.
  • Page 62: Connection To The Water Supply

    Installation and connection Connection to the water supply The machine should be connected to the mains water supply in accordance The plastic casing of the safety with local and national safety valve contains electrical regulations. The German authorities do components. The Waterproof system not require it to have a non-return valve must only be connected to its own as the washing machine has been...
  • Page 63 Installation and connection Maintenance and care If you intend to unscrew the Miele Waterproof system hose from the stopcock it is essential to disconnect the machine from the electricity supply first. Only use a Miele Waterproof system hose should you need a replacement.
  • Page 64: Connection To The Drainage System

    If required, the drain hose can be extended to a length of 5 m. The necessary parts can purchased from the Miele Spare Parts Department or a Adapter your Miele dealer. b Nut * For a delivery head of more than 1 m (up to a max.
  • Page 65: Electrical Connection U.k

    Installation and connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363 All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be refitted when by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover person, in strict accordance with is lost, the plug must not be used until a current national and local safety suitable replacement is obtained.
  • Page 66: Consumption Data

    Consumption data Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration in kWh in litres Cottons 90°C 7.0 kg 2.20 2 h 29 min 60°C 7.0 kg 1.33 1 h 59 min 60°C 3.5 kg 1.00 1 h 59 min 7.0 kg 0.82 2 h 59 min 3.5 kg 0.82...
  • Page 67: Technical Data

    Technical data Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 656 mm Depth with door open 1092 mm Height for building under 850 mm Width for building under 600 mm Weight 99 kg Capacity 7 kg dry laundry Voltage See data plate Connected load See data plate Fuse rating...
  • Page 68: Settings Menu

    Settings menu Language The Settings menu can be used to alter the machine's electronics to suit The display can be set to appear in changing requirements. one of several different languages. Settings can be altered at any time. You can change the language via the Language sub-menu.
  • Page 69: Time

    Settings menu Time Longer pre-wash Cottons First select either a 24 hour or 12 hour The pre-wash for the Cottons clock. Then set the current time of day. programme can be extended by 6, 9 or 12 minutes. Clock format The default setting for the pre-wash is ^ Use the X or Y button to highlight the 25 minutes.
  • Page 70: Lock Code

    Settings menu Lock code Temperature unit You can chose for the temperature to The code prevents the washing be displayed in machine being used without your °C/Celsius or knowledge. °F/Fahrenheit. When the code has been activated, you The option which is currently set will have to enter a code after switching the have a tick L beside it.
  • Page 71: Standby Display

    Settings menu Standby display Memory To save energy, the display goes out If an extra option has been selected and the indicator light for the Start/ for a programme, or the Stop button starts flashing slowly. recommended temperature or spin speed has been altered, the machine The display will always go out, will store the changes in memory at...
  • Page 72: Optional Accessories

    Miele specialist detergents designed to suit the fabric being washed. Miele have also developed a "Outdoor wear" range of specialist CareCollection This specialist detergent will clean your detergents and conditioning products water-repellent outerwear with care.
  • Page 73 Fabric conditioner This liquid detergent is particularly suitable for cleaning coloured and dark The Miele fabric conditioner will give your laundry a fresh, natural fragrance. garments. The special formulation offers effective stain removal, even at It makes garments soft to handle and...
  • Page 76 Alteration rights reserved/1712/W 1901 WPS M.-Nr. 09 330 410 / 00...

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