Miele TKB140 WP Eco Operating Instructions Manual
Miele TKB140 WP Eco Operating Instructions Manual

Miele TKB140 WP Eco 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. 10 255 930

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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. 10 255 930...
  • Page 2: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing mate‐ Energy saving tips rial To avoid unnecessarily long drying times and high consumption of energy: The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during – Make sure that your laundry is thor‐ 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................19 1. Notes on correct laundry care ................ 20 Points to note regarding washed laundry .............. 20 Preparing the laundry before drying ..............
  • Page 4 Contents Plinth filter ......................36 Removing the plinth filter .................. 36 Cleaning the plinth filter ..................36 Cleaning the plinth filter panel ................37 Checking the condenser unit................37 Replacing the plinth filter .................. 38 Fragrance flacon ....................40 Inserting a fragrance flacon ................... 40 Replacing the fragrance flacon ................
  • Page 5 Contents Programmable functions..................63 Programming......................63 Example ......................... 65  Cottons programme - drier or damper............. 66  Minimum iron programme - drier or damper ..........66  Extended cool down..................66  Buzzer volume ....................66  Keypad tone....................66 ...
  • Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Any other applications may be dangerous. Miele cannot be held lia‐ ble 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 physi‐ cal, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowl‐ edge, if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand and recognise the conse‐...
  • Page 8 It is essential that this standard safety re‐ quirement 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 (e.g. on a ship).  Do not make any alterations to the tumble dryer, unless author‐ ised to do so by Miele.  Heat pump technology and refrigerant: The heat pump in this tumble dryer uses a refrigerant which is con‐...
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions  Please observe the instructions in "Installation and connection" and the "Technical data".  The accessibility of the plug must always be ensured, in order to disconnect the tumble dryer from the mains.  Do not block the gap between the bottom of the tumble dryer and the floor with plinth facings, deep pile carpet etc.
  • 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 depos‐ its (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 pro‐ gramme 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-ig‐ niting).
  • 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  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  and  sensors d Programme selector See the following page for more in‐ For selecting the programme. formation. e Optical interface b Start/Stop button For service technicians. For starting the programme selected f ...
  • Page 18: Display

    Operating the tumble dryer Display i Drying level display For selecting the drying level for pro‐ grammes with a selectable drying level. See "  sensor". j  sensor This sensor has two functions. Touching the symbol will ..
  • Page 19: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Removing the protective foil and stickers  Remove – the protective foil from the door. – any stickers from the front and the lid.  Please do not remove any labels (e.g. the data plate), visible when you open the door.
  • Page 20: Notes On Correct Laundry Care

    1. Notes on correct laundry care Points to note regarding wash‐  See "Warning and Safety" in‐ ed laundry structions for further information. Loading or using the tumble dryer in‐ – When washing very heavily soiled correctly could cause a fire. items ensure that you use sufficient detergent and select a high tempera‐...
  • Page 21: 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, de‐ Drying pending on the quality of the item. They can be partially dried using the  Normal/higher temperature Gentle smoothing programme.
  • Page 22: 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 automat‐ ically go out after a few minutes and/or after the start of a programme to save energy.
  • Page 23: Select A Programme And Start It

    3. Select a programme and start it Select a programme Any drying level can be selected for the Cottons and Express programmes. A more limited range is available when using the other programmes. Additional drying levels Tip: Using the programmable functions you can activate/deactivate additional drying levels.
  • Page 24 3. Select a programme and start it Other programmes and the timed drying programmes – Cottons , Woollens handcare, Silks handcare The drying level is preset and cannot be altered. – Warm air You can select the duration in ten-mi‐ nute stages.
  • Page 25: Select Any Options Or Delay Start (If Required)

    3. Select a programme and start it Select any options or delay Delay start start (if required) You can delay the start of the pro‐ gramme. Please see "Options" for further infor‐ However: delay start cannot be used mation. with the Warm air programme. To select options ...
  • Page 26: Remove The Laundry

    4. Remove the laundry End of programme/Anti-crease Check that all items have been re‐ moved from the drum. At the end of the programme:  will If items are left in the dryer, they light up in the display and the Start/ could be damaged by overdrying Stop button will go out.
  • Page 27: Options

    Options Buzzer A buzzer (four beeps at intervals for a maximum of 1 hour) will sound to let you know that the programme has fin‐ ished. The continuous buzzer which sounds when there is a fault is not de‐ pendent on the setting for the buzzer at the end of the programme.
  • Page 28: Delay Start

    Delay start To select delay start – The drum will turn briefly every hour until the start of the programme to re‐ With delay start you can delay the start duce creasing. of the programme by up to a maximum of 24 hours.
  • Page 29: Programme Chart

    Programme chart Cottons  ** Max. load 7.0 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 dry‐ ing cotton items with normal residual moisture levels.
  • Page 30 Programme chart Woollens handcare Max. load 2.0 kg* Use for Woollen garments and fabric containing wool blends, e.g. pullovers, jackets and socks. Note – Wool and wool blend items are only fluffed up; they are not dried completely. – Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished. Silks handcare Max.
  • Page 31 Programme chart Gentle 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. Note – Suitable for dry and damp laundry. –...
  • Page 32: Changing The Programme Sequence

    Changing the programme sequence You cannot change to another pro‐ Adding or removing laundry af‐ gramme once a programme has started ter a programme has started (this prevents unintentional alterations).  Press the Start/Stop button. If you move the programme selector, The items will be cooled down, de‐...
  • Page 33: 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 contain‐ er after every drying programme. The  indicator will light up if the maxi‐ mum level of the condensed water con‐ tainer is reached.
  • Page 34: 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 ...
  • Page 35: Cleaning The Fluff Filters And Air Flow Openings Thoroughly

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the fluff filters and air flow  Hold the dial and pull the fluff filter 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 clean‐...
  • Page 36: Plinth Filter

    Cleaning and care Plinth filter Removing the plinth filter will cause the right hand guide pin in the dryer to Only clean the plinth filter when the come out. This pin ensures that the  indicator lights up. heat exchanger access panel can only be closed if the plinth filter is inserted To turn the ...
  • Page 37: 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 your‐ self.  Look to see if fluff has accumulated. If there is visible soiling: ...
  • Page 38: 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 39 Cleaning and care Tumble dryer  Disconnect the tumble dryer from the mains electricity supply.  Do not use solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners or all-pur‐ pose cleaners. These could damage plastic surfa‐ ces and other parts.  Clean the tumble dryer with a slightly damp cloth and a mild non-abrasive cleaning agent or a solution of wash‐...
  • Page 40: Fragrance Flacon

    Fragrance flacon Using a fragrance flacon (optional ac‐ If you are not using a fragrance fla‐ cessory) will add a pleasant fragrance con: the cover must always remain to your laundry. closed (push the cover down com‐ pletely with the tab). ...
  • Page 41 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 fra‐ grance.
  • Page 42: Replacing The Fragrance Flacon

    See the following section.  Replace the fragrance flacon with a new one. Fragrance flacons are available to or‐ der from Miele or online at www.miele-shop.com.
  • Page 43 Fragrance flacon – when purchasing new fragrance fla‐ cons: only remove the protective seal just before use Cleaning the fluff filters The intensity of the fragrance will be di‐ minished if the fluff filters and the plinth filter are not cleaned. ...
  • Page 44: Problem Solving Guide

     Switch the dryer off and then on again. gramme has been can‐  Start a programme. celled If the programme is cancelled again and an error message appears, there is a fault. Contact the Miele Service Department.
  • Page 45 Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy  lights up at the end There is a build-up of fluff in the airways. of a programme  Clean the fluff filters.  Clean the plinth filter. See "Cleaning and care". To switch  off: ...
  • Page 46: Unsatisfactory Drying Results

    Problem solving guide Unsatisfactory drying results Problem Cause and remedy The laundry is not suffi‐ The load consisted of different types of fabric. ciently dry  Finish drying using the Warm air timed drying pro‐ gramme.  Select a different programme next time. Tip: You can alter the drying levels for some pro‐...
  • Page 47: 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 fil‐ ters.
  • Page 48 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 auto‐...
  • Page 49: Bottom Right Grille

    Problem solving guide Bottom right grille  Danger of injury. Do not touch the cooling fins. You could cut your‐  In general, the cooling fins be‐ self. hind the grille on the bottom right do not need cleaning. They should only ...
  • Page 50: 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. Contact details for Miele are given at the end of this booklet.
  • Page 51: 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 52: Rear View

    Installation and connection Rear view  If transporting the dryer at an an‐ gle, only tip towards the left side. a Protruding lid for holding when mov‐ ing the dryer (see arrows) b Accessories for external drainage of condensed water: hose clip, adapter and hose holder c Hose for external drainage of con‐...
  • Page 53: Installation

    Installation and connection Installation Ventilation  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 suffi‐ opened without hindrance after in‐ cient intake of cool air for the heat stallation.
  • Page 54: Additional Installation Requirements

    – Washer-dryer stack – Drying durations may increase slight‐ The tumble dryer can be combined with a Miele washing machine in a washer- dryer stack. The appropriate Miele A build-up of heat can be avoided by: washer-dryer stacking kit is required.
  • Page 55: External Condensed Water Outlet

    Installation and connection External condensed water out‐ Installation conditions requiring a non-return valve  There is a risk of back-flow into Notes the dryer if a non-return valve is not When drying is in progress, con‐ fitted. densed water is pumped into the con‐ Back-flow could damage the dryer densed water container through the and also the room in which it is loca‐...
  • Page 56: 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 be‐ come kinked. This could damage the hose. There will be a small amount of residual water left in the drain hose.
  • Page 57: Examples

    Installation and connection Examples Direct connection to a sink drain out‐ – 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 58 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 59: 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 cur‐ is lost, the plug must not be used until rent national and local safety regula‐...
  • Page 60: Consumption Data

    Consumption data Final spin speed in Residu‐ Energy Dura‐ Load a domestic wash‐ al mois‐ tion ing machine ture 1000 1.73 Cottons  1000 0.99 Cottons Normal 1200 1.55 1400 1.45 1600 1.30 Cottons Normal + Gentle tumble 1000 1.65 Cottons Hand iron 1000 1.28...
  • Page 61: Technical Data

    Technical data Height 850 mm Width 596 mm Depth 636 mm Depth with door open 1054 mm Height for building under 820 mm (+8/-2 mm) Width for building under 600 mm Depth for building under 600 mm Suitable for pushing under a worktop Suitable for stacking Weight Approx.
  • Page 62 Programmable functions Various settings can be reprogrammed to alter the dryer's electronics to suit different requirements. They can be altered at any time.
  • Page 63: Programmable Functions

    Programmable functions Programming II) To select a programmable function You can use the programmable func‐ tions to alter the dryer's electronics to The number of the programmable suit your requirements. function will appear in the display as  and a number: Please read the following pages e.g.
  • Page 64 Programmable functions III) To select a different option  Confirm your selection of the option selected by pressing the Start/Stop The options allow you to alter the fea‐ button. tures of the particular programmable The number of the programmable func‐ function.
  • Page 65: Example

    Programmable functions Example III) To select a different option  will light up in the time display. The example describes how to call up These numbers mean that the keypad the " Keypad tone" programmable tone is switched off. function. When the Keypad tone pro‐ To switch on the keypad tone: grammable function is switched on, a tone will sound every time a button is...
  • Page 66: Cottons Programme - Drier Or Damper

    Programmable functions  Cottons programme - drier  Extended cool down or damper The automatic cooling down phase which takes place before the end of a programme can be extended for all  Minimum iron programme programmes with selectable drying - drier or damper levels.
  • Page 67: Code

    Programmable functions  Code  Conductivity The code prevents your dryer being  This programmable function used without your knowledge. should only be set if the residual moisture reading in your laundry is When the code has been activated, you incorrect due to extremely soft water.
  • Page 68: Additional Drying Levels

    Programmable functions  Additional drying levels You can activate additional drying lev‐ els for many of the programmes: Normal+ (drier than the Normal drying level); Slightly dry (damper than Normal dry‐ ing level); Hand iron  (damper than the Hand iron drying level).
  • Page 69: Standby

    Programmable functions  Standby To switch the display and buttons back on again To save energy the display and but‐ – Turn the programme selector or press tons will go out after 10 minutes and a button. Neither will have any effect only the Start/Stop button will flash if a programme is running.
  • Page 70: Automatic Switch-Off

    Programmable functions  Automatic switch-off  Memory To save energy the dryer will switch The electronics will store in memory a off automatically after 15 minutes. You drying level or options for a selected can lengthen or shorten the time. programme.
  • Page 71 Citywest Business Campus, Dublin 24 Dubai Tel: (01) 461 07 10, Fax: (01) 461 07 97 Tel: +971-4-341 84 44 E-Mail: info@miele.ie, Internet: www.miele.ie Fax: +971-4-341 88 52 Manufacturer: Miele & Cie. KG E-Mail: info@miele.ae Internet: www.miele.ae Carl-Miele-Straße 29, 33332 Gütersloh, Germany...
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