Miele TKR850 WP S Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions
Heat pump dryer
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential
to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.
en-GB
M.-Nr. 10 275 840

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions Heat pump dryer To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en-GB M.-Nr. 10 275 840...
  • Page 2: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Electrical and electronic appliances often contain valuable materials. They The packaging is designed to protect also contain materials which, if handled the appliance from damage during or disposed of incorrectly, could be transportation.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Caring for the environment .................  2 Warning and Safety instructions .................  6 Operating the tumble dryer ................ 17 Control panel ......................17 Display........................18 Before using for the first time ................ 21 Energy saving tips .................... 23 EcoFeedback .......................  24 1.
  • Page 4 Contents Cleaning and care .................... 47 Emptying the condensed water container ............47 Preparing the condensed water container for Steam smoothing......48 Fluff filters......................49 Removing visible fluff .................. 49 Cleaning the fluff filters and air flow openings thoroughly .......  50 Plinth filter......................
  • Page 5 Contents Consumption data .................... 77 Technical data .....................  78 Settings menu......................  79 Calling up settings....................79 Language  ......................79 Time of day......................80 Drying levels ......................80 Extended cool down ..................... 80 Airways indicator ....................80 Buzzer volume ...................... 81 Keypad tone ......................
  • Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions

    If using dry cleaning kits, do so at your own risk, and follow the instructions provided on the packaging. Any other applications may be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.
  • Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions  This tumble dryer can only be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand and recognise the consequences of incorrect operation.
  • Page 8 It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the household wiring system tested by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
  • Page 9 This tumble dryer must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g. on a ship).  Do not make any alterations to the tumble dryer, unless authorised to do so by Miele.  Heat pump technology and refrigerant: The heat pump in this tumble dryer uses a refrigerant which is...
  • Page 10 This special lamp must only be used for the purpose it is intended for. It is not suitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele authorised person or the Miele Service Department.
  • Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions  To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried in this tumble dryer: – Items which have not been washed. – Items, such as workwear, which have not been thoroughly cleaned and which are still soiled with grease, oil or other deposits (such as cosmetics, lotions etc).
  • Page 12 Warning and Safety instructions  Remove all items from pockets (e.g. lighters, matches).  Warning: Do not switch the dryer off before the drying programme has finished. If this is done, the laundry must be hung up or spread out to cool it down. ...
  • Page 13 Warning and Safety instructions  In many programmes, the heating phase is followed by a cooling down phase to ensure that the items are not too hot to handle when you remove them (this also avoids the danger of the laundry self- igniting).
  • Page 14 Warning and Safety instructions  If the water is drained externally through the drain hose instead of being collected in the condensed water container, make sure the drain hose is securely attached if you hang it in a sink or basin to avoid the hose slipping and the water causing damage.
  • Page 15 Warning and Safety instructions Using a fragrance flacon (optional accessory)  Only use genuine Miele original fragrance flacons.  The fragrance flacon must be stored in its packaging so please make sure you retain this.  Caution. The fragrance can leak out of the flacon. Make sure that...
  • Page 16 (available to order) to match your tumble dryer and washing machine is required.  If you order a plinth for this tumble dryer (available from Miele as an optional accessory - depending on country), make sure it is the correct one.
  • Page 17: Operating The Tumble Dryer

    Operating the tumble dryer Control panel a Display with sensors f Option buttons See the following page for more Various options can be added to the information. programmes. b Start/Stop button g Programme selector For starting the programme selected For selecting the programme. and cancelling a programme once it h Optical interface has started.
  • Page 18: Display

    Operating the tumble dryer Settings can be changed to alter the Display dryer's electronics to suit different requirements. Please refer to "Settings menu" at the end of this booklet for more information. The following programmes are selected using the programme selector at the "Further programmes"...
  • Page 19 Operating the tumble dryer Perfect Dry indicator With programmes with a selectable drying level, the Perfect Dry system calculates the residual moisture present in the laundry to ensure a precise drying result. The Perfect Dry indicator ..will flash after the programme has started and go out when the programme duration appears in the display.
  • Page 20 Operating the tumble dryer The  sensor highlights the next value Examples on how to operate and the  sensor highlights the the appliance previous value. The OK sensor is used to confirm Scrolling through a list selection of the highlighted value. The option which can be selected will be highlighted with a white bar.
  • Page 21: Before Using For The First Time

    "Installation and connection" then it must be left to stand for at least 1 hour before it is connected to the electricity supply. When the tumble dryer is switched on the welcome display Miele Willkommen will appear briefly.
  • Page 22 Before using for the first time Setting the time of day (if Completing the procedure for necessary) using for the first time outlined in these instructions Only touch the  sensor if you would like a 12 hour clock display. ...
  • Page 23: Energy Saving Tips

    Energy saving tips To avoid unnecessarily long drying – If possible, make use of time- times and high consumption of energy: variable, low-cost electricity tariffs. Ask your energy supplier for – Make sure that your laundry is information. Your tumble dryer's thoroughly spun before drying.
  • Page 24: Ecofeedback

    EcoFeedback 2. Actual consumption You can use the EcoFeedback sensor to call up information about the energy  Touch the EcoFeedback sensor. consumption of your dryer. You can view the actual amount of Touching the EcoFeedback sensor will energy used. call up two types of information: Example: –...
  • Page 25: Notes On Correct Laundry Care

    1. Notes on correct laundry care Points to note regarding  See "Warning and Safety" washed laundry instructions for further information. Loading or using the tumble dryer – When washing very heavily soiled incorrectly could cause a fire. items ensure that you use sufficient detergent and select a high –...
  • Page 26: Garment Care Label Symbols

    1. Notes on correct laundry care Garment care label symbols – Down-filled garments have linings which have a tendency to shrink, Drying depending on the quality of the item. They can be partially dried using the  Normal/higher temperature Gentle smoothing programme. ...
  • Page 27: Load The Tumble Dryer

    2. Load the tumble dryer  It is essential to read "1. Notes on correct laundry care" first of all.  Press the  button to switch the dryer on. The interior drum lighting will come on. The interior drum lighting will automatically go out after a few minutes and/or after the start of a programme to save energy.
  • Page 28: Select A Programme And Start It

    3. Select a programme and start it Further programmes Select a programme You can use the programme selector to The further programmes can be select the following: selected via the display. – one of the programme names on the control panel, or –...
  • Page 29: Cottons

    3. Select a programme and start it Programmes with drying levels  Important: When selecting the – Cottons, Minimum iron, Delicates, Steam smoothing programme, you Denim, Shirts, Express, Gentle must make sure that the condensed smoothing, Steam smoothing, water container has been filled as Automatic plus, Sportswear, described in these operating Outerwear...
  • Page 30 3. Select a programme and start it Other programmes and the timed Favourites drying programmes You can customise up to 10 – Cottons , Woollens handcare, programmes and save these under Silks handcare, Standard pillows, names of your choice. These Proofing, Cottons hygiene programmes can then be selected from a list.
  • Page 31: Select Any Options Or Delay Start (If Required)

    3. Select a programme and start it Drying and the programme duration will Select any options or delay light up in the display. The drying level start (if required) reached will light up instead of Drying later on, during programmes with a Options selectable drying level.
  • Page 32: Remove The Laundry

    4. Remove the laundry End of programme/Anti-crease Check that all items have been removed from the drum. At the end of the programme: Anti- If items are left in the dryer, they crease (if selected) or Finish will light could be damaged by overdrying up.
  • Page 33: Options

    Options odours will not be removed as effectively from parts of garments made of synthetic fibres. Auto load control This option should be used if you only want to dry half the load given in the display and quoted in the "Programme chart".
  • Page 34 Options The following options can be selected in addition to the programme: Gentle Freshen Auto load Anti- Buzzer crease tumble control  – – – Cottons Cottons Minimum iron – – – – Woollens handcare – Denim Shirts – Express –...
  • Page 35: Favourites

    Favourites Selecting extra options You can save your own customised programmes under names of your Extras choice. Gentle tumble  These favourite programmes will be  Freshen up  sorted alphabetically. Auto load control   Turn the programme selector to Favourites.
  • Page 36 Favourites Summary The programme will be saved as a favourite. Summary Changing a favourite programme Accept Favourite programmes  Cottons Change Normal  Delete  Select Accept and confirm. Dry-Plus 2. Entering a name  Select Change. You can enter a name of up to 10 ...
  • Page 37: Mixed Items

    Mixed items Back  For drying a mixed load of items which can be compiled from a list.  This returns you to Select items.  Turn the programme selector to Finish selection (saving) Mixed items.  Once you have made your selection and are ready to start drying, confirm ...
  • Page 38: Delay Start

    Delay start The time at which the programme will To select delay start start automatically will appear in the With delay start you can delay the start display. of the programme by up to a maximum The drum will turn briefly every hour of 24 hours.
  • Page 39: Programme Chart

    Programme chart Cottons  ** Max. load 9.0 kg* Use for Cotton items such as those described under Cottons Normal with normal residual moisture. Note – Items are dried to a Normal level only. – The Cottons  programme is the most energy-efficient for drying cotton items with normal residual moisture levels.
  • Page 40: Minimum Iron

    Programme chart Minimum iron Max. load 4.0 kg* Normal plus, Normal, Slightly dry, Hand iron , Hand iron  Use for Minimum iron items made of cotton, synthetic or mixed fibre, e.g.: workwear, tunics, tops, dresses, trousers, table linen and socks. Woollens handcare Max.
  • Page 41: Express

    Programme chart Express Max. load 4.0 kg* Extra dry, Normal plus, Normal, Slightly dry, Hand iron , Hand iron , Machine iron Use for Garments suitable for the Cottons programme. Note The programme duration is shorter. Gentle smoothing Max. load 1.0 kg* Normal, Hand iron ...
  • Page 42: Steam Smoothing

    Programme chart Steam smoothing Max. load 1.0 kg* Normal, Hand iron  Use for – Cotton and linen fabric – Minimum iron items made of cotton, synthetic or mixed fibre, e.g. trousers, jackets, shirts. Notes – For all items which require –...
  • Page 43: Delicates O

    Programme chart Delicates Max. load 2.5 kg* Normal plus, Normal, Slightly dry, Hand iron , Hand iron  Delicate items with the  symbol on the care label made of Use for synthetic fibre, mixed fibre, rayon and easy care cotton, e.g. shirts, blouses, lingerie and appliqued garments.
  • Page 44: Outerwear O

    Programme chart Outerwear Max. load 2.5 kg* Normal, Hand iron  Use for Outerwear which is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer. Proofing Max. load 2.5 kg* Normal Use for Drying microfibre fabric, skiwear, outerwear, fine, closeweave cotton garments (poplin) or tablecloths which are suitable for drying in a tumble dryer and have been treated to provide a water and dirt resistant finish.
  • Page 45: Basket Programme

    Basket programme Max. load for basket 3.5 kg Notes – This programme may only be used with the Miele drying basket (optional accessory) fitted. – Use this programme to dry or air items which are suitable for drying in a tumble dryer but which are not suitable for drying using mechanical action.
  • Page 46: Changing The Programme Sequence

    Changing the programme sequence  Select and confirm Save programme. You cannot change to another programme once a programme has You can save this programme under started (this prevents unintentional Favourites. See "Favourites, 2. Entering alterations). a name". If you move the programme selector, Adding or removing laundry Programme cannot be changed will after a programme has started...
  • Page 47: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Emptying the condensed water container The condensed water is collected in the condensed water container. Empty the condensed water container after every drying programme. Empty the container will light up if the maximum level of the condensed water container is reached.
  • Page 48: Preparing The Condensed Water Container For Steam Smoothing

    Cleaning and care Preparing the condensed water container for Steam smoothing  Condensed water which has collected in the condensed water container is directed into the drum in the Steam smoothing programme. The condensed water container must therefore be filled with water up to at least the –min–...
  • Page 49: Fluff Filters

    Cleaning and care Fluff filters This tumble dryer has 2 fluff filters in the door opening: the upper and lower fluff filters trap fluff produced during the drying process. Removing visible fluff Remove any fluff after every drying cycle. Tip: You can also use a vacuum cleaner so that you can remove the fluff without ...
  • Page 50: Cleaning The Fluff Filters And Air Flow Openings Thoroughly

    Cleaning and care  Hold the dial and pull the fluff filter Cleaning the fluff filters and air flow openings thoroughly forwards to remove it. If the drying duration has become longer or the surface of the filters is visibly compacted with fluff, you should carry out the following cleaning procedure.
  • Page 51: Plinth Filter

    Cleaning and care Removing the plinth filter will cause the Plinth filter right hand guide pin in the dryer to Only clean the plinth filter when come out. This pin ensures that the Clean out airways lights up. heat exchanger access panel can only be closed if the plinth filter is inserted To delete Clean out airways: Switch the the right way round.
  • Page 52: Cleaning The Plinth Filter Panel

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the plinth filter panel Checking the condenser unit  Danger of injury. Do not touch the cooling fins. You could cut yourself.  Look to see if fluff has accumulated. If there is visible soiling:  Clean using a vacuum cleaner with a dusting brush attached.
  • Page 53: Replacing The Plinth Filter

     First insert the handle with the plinth filter attached over the two guide pins. – The word Miele on the handle must be the correct way up.  Push the plinth filter in completely. The act of pushing in the plinth filter will also push in the right hand guide pin.
  • Page 54 Cleaning and care Tumble dryer  Disconnect the tumble dryer from the mains electricity supply.  Do not use solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners or all- purpose cleaners. These could damage plastic surfaces and other parts.  Clean the tumble dryer with a slightly damp cloth and a mild non-abrasive cleaning agent or a solution of washing-up liquid and water.
  • Page 55: Fragrance Flacon

    Fragrance flacon Using a fragrance flacon (optional If you are not using a fragrance accessory) will add a pleasant flacon: the cover must always remain fragrance to your laundry. closed (push the cover down completely with the tab).  Before using a fragrance flacon, please read "Warning and safety instructions - Using a fragrance flacon (optional accessory)".
  • Page 56 Fragrance flacon – You will feel a slight resistance and hear a soft click. Marker  must be in position : this is the position at which you can feel a resistance. Before drying You can select the intensity of the fragrance.
  • Page 57: Replacing The Fragrance Flacon

     Replace the fragrance flacon with a original packaging until you want to new one. use it again. See the following section. Fragrance flacons are available to order from Miele or online at www.miele-shop.com.
  • Page 58 Fragrance flacon – when purchasing new fragrance flacons: only remove the protective seal just before use Cleaning the fluff filters The intensity of the fragrance will be diminished if the fluff filters and the plinth filter are not cleaned.  The fragrance filter must be removed before cleaning the fluff filter.
  • Page 59: Problem Solving Guide

     Switch the dryer off and then on again. Service.  Start a programme. lights up after a If the programme is cancelled again and an error programme is cancelled message appears, there is a fault. Contact the Miele Service Department.
  • Page 60 Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy  Information There is a build-up of fluff in the airways. Clean out airways  Clean the fluff filters. lights up at the end of a  Clean the plinth filter. programme See "Cleaning and care". To switch off the message: ...
  • Page 61 Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy Comfort cooling The programme has finished but the laundry has not yet cooled down.  Either remove the laundry and spread it out to cool down or leave it in the tumble dryer to cool down during the cooling phase.
  • Page 62: Unsatisfactory Drying Results

    Problem solving guide Unsatisfactory drying results Problem Cause and remedy The laundry is not The load consisted of different types of fabric. sufficiently dry  Finish drying using the Warm air timed drying programme.  Select a different programme next time. Tip: You can alter the residual moisture level for some programmes.
  • Page 63: Other Problems

    Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Cause and remedy The drying process The room in which the dryer is located is too warm. goes on too long or  Ventilate the room thoroughly. even switches off * Detergent residues, hair and fine fluff can clog the filters.
  • Page 64 Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy A programme does not No obvious cause. start  Connect the tumble dryer to the mains  Turn on the tumble dryer  Close the door  Check whether the mains fuse has tripped Has there been a power cut? When power is restored any previously running programme will restart automatically.
  • Page 65: Fluff Filter In The Condensed Water Container

    Problem solving guide Fluff filter in the condensed water container If you are experiencing problems running the Steam smoothing programme, the fluff filter at the end of the hose which is connected to the rubber seal in the condensed water container could be blocked. ...
  • Page 66: Steam Smoothing Spray Jet

    Problem solving guide  Open the door of the tumble dryer. Steam smoothing spray jet The spray jet is located in the top left of  Limescale deposits will impair the door opening. the spray jet. In this case, the spray jet must be removed and replaced with a new one (see "Optional accessories").
  • Page 67: After Sales Service

    In the event of any faults which you Optional accessories for this tumble cannot remedy yourself, please contact dryer are available from Miele, your your Miele Dealer or the Miele Service Miele dealer or via the internet at: Department. Dryer basket...
  • Page 68: Installation And Connection

    Installation and connection Front view a Mains connection cable e Heat exchanger access panel – do not open during drying b Control panel f Four height adjustable screw feet c Condensed water container g Cool air intake grille – empty after every drying cycle –...
  • Page 69: Rear View

    Installation and connection Rear view  If transporting the dryer at an angle, only tip towards the left side. a Protruding lid for holding when moving the dryer (see arrows) b Accessories for external drainage of condensed water: hose clip, adapter and hose holder c Hose for external drainage of condensed water...
  • Page 70: Installation

    Installation and connection Ventilation Installation  The cool air intake at the front of Levelling the dryer the dryer must not be blocked or  Make sure the dryer door can be covered. This would hinder a opened without hindrance after sufficient intake of cool air for the installation.
  • Page 71: Additional Installation Requirements

    Optional accessories – Washer-dryer stack The tumble dryer can be combined with a Miele washing machine in a washer- dryer stack. The appropriate Miele washer-dryer stacking kit is required. – Plinth The tumble dryer can be fitted on a...
  • Page 72: External Condensed Water Outlet

    Installation and connection Installation conditions requiring a External condensed water non-return valve outlet  There is a risk of back-flow into Notes the dryer if a non-return valve is not When drying is in progress, fitted. condensed water is pumped into the Back-flow could damage the dryer condensed water container through and also the room in which it is...
  • Page 73: Arranging The Drain Hose

    Installation and connection Arranging the drain hose  Do not pull on the drain hose and do not stretch it or allow it to become kinked. This could damage the hose. There will be a small amount of residual water left in the drain hose. Have a container ready to collect this.
  • Page 74: Examples

    Installation and connection Examples Direct connection to a sink drain outlet – Drainage into a sink or floor gully Use the hose holder to prevent the drain hose from becoming kinked.  Remove the following from the back of the dryer at the top: Adapter 1 and hose clip 3 behind it.
  • Page 75 Installation and connection  Fit adapter 1 to the sink drain outlet using nut 2. The nut is usually fitted with a washer which must be removed.  Attach the end of the hose 4 to adapter 1.  Use the hose holder. ...
  • Page 76: 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 77: Consumption Data

    Consumption data Final spin speed in a domestic Residual Energy Duration Load washing machine moisture 1000 1.63 Cottons  1000 0.88 Cottons Normal 1200 1.45 1400 1.40 1600 1.25 Cottons Normal + Gentle tumble 1000 1.79 + Freshen up 1000 0.66 Cottons Hand iron ...
  • Page 78: Technical Data

    Technical data Height 850 mm Width 596 mm Depth 636 mm Depth with door open 1054 mm Suitable for pushing under a worktop Suitable for stacking Weight approx. 62 kg Drum volume 120 litres Load size 9.0 kg (weight of dry laundry) Capacity of condensed water container 4.8 l Hose length 1.60 m...
  • Page 79: Settings Menu

    Settings menu Changing a setting Calling up settings  Touching the  or  sensor will call You can use the Settings menu to alter up the different options for the the dryer's electronics to suit different setting. requirements. Settings can be altered at any time.
  • Page 80: Time Of Day

    Settings menu Time of day Extended cool down First select either a 24 hour or 12 hour The automatic cooling down phase clock. You can then set the current time which takes place before the end of a of day. programme can be extended for all programmes with selectable drying Clock format...
  • Page 81: Buzzer Volume

    Settings menu than 150 μS. Contact your local water Buzzer volume authority for the conductivity level of The buzzer can be set to be louder or your mains water supply. quieter.  Only activate the Low option for The setting selected is shown in a bar the conditions described above.
  • Page 82: Code

    If you forget the code, the – Off dryer will need to be unlocked by the The display will remain on (i.e. it will Miele Service Department. never go out). You can switch the display and buttons Display brightness back on again by pressing any button.
  • Page 83: Appliance Switch-Off

    Settings menu Appliance switch-off Anti-crease To save energy the dryer will switch off If you have pressed the Anti-crease automatically after 15 minutes. You button: can lengthen or shorten the time. the drum will continue to rotate in a special anti-crease rhythm for a The dryer will switch off automatically maximum of 2 hours after the end of after 10, 15 or 20 minutes,...
  • Page 87 Tel: +971 4 3044 999 Tel: (01) 461 07 10, Fax: (01) 461 07 97 Fax: +971 4 3418 852 E-Mail: info@miele.ie, Internet: www.miele.ie 800-MIELE (64353) Manufacturer: Miele & Cie. KG E-Mail: info@miele.ae Carl-Miele-Straße 29, 33332 Gütersloh, Germany Internet: www.miele.ae...
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