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Operating instructions

for dishwashers
To avoid the risk of accidents or
en - GB
damage to the appliance, it is
essential to read these instructions
as well as the installation plan before
it is installed and used for the
first time.
M.-Nr. 07 502 100

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions for dishwashers To avoid the risk of accidents or en - GB damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions as well as the installation plan before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Description of the appliance ......... 4 Appliance overview .
  • Page 3 Plumbing............58 The Miele waterproof anti-leak system ....... . . 58 Connection to the water supply .
  • Page 4: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance Appliance overview a Upper spray arm (not visible) g Filter combination b Cutlery tray (depending on model) h Data plate c Upper basket i Rinse aid reservoir d Middle spray arm j Dual compartment detergent dispenser e Air inlet for drying k Salt reservoir (depending on model)
  • Page 5: Control Panel

    Description of the appliance Control panel d On button U with indicator light a Check/Refill indicators e Off button V b Programmes c Programme selector button...
  • Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children This appliance conforms to current This appliance is not a toy! To avoid safety requirements. Inappropriate the risk of injury, keep children well use can, however, lead to personal away and do not allow them to play in injury and damage to property.
  • Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety Do not connect the dishwasher to the mains supply until it has been fully Before setting up the appliance, installed. check it for any externally visible damage. Under no circumstances Before connecting the appliance, should you use a damaged appliance.
  • Page 8 If the connection cable is damaged where necessary. it must be replaced with a Miele cable – The stopcock has been turned off by a Miele approved service technician when the appliance is not used for a only.
  • Page 9: Correct Use

    Warning and Safety instructions Installation Correct use The dishwasher must be installed Do not use solvents in the and connected in compliance with the dishwasher. Danger of explosion. installation diagram supplied. Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher The dishwasher must be correctly detergent.
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Accessories Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir with powder or liquid dishwasher Only use genuine Miele spare parts detergent will damage the water and accessories with this appliance. If softener. Make sure you have picked spare parts or accessories from other...
  • Page 11: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Electrical and electronic appliances 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 12: Energy Saving Washing

    Caring for the environment Energy saving washing This dishwasher is exceptionally economical in its use of water and electricity. You can make the most of your appliance by following these tips: ^ If your water supply is suitable, this dishwasher can be connected to hot water for further economies.
  • Page 13: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time To open the door To close the door ^ Push the baskets right in. ^ Then lift the door upwards and push until it clicks into position. ^ Pull the handle. If the door is opened during operation all functions are automatically interrupted.
  • Page 14: Water Softener

    Before using for the first time Water softener The dishwasher is set at the factory for a hardness level of In order to achieve good cleaning 2.2 - 2.7 mmol/l (12 - 15 °d). results, the dishwasher needs to operate with soft water. Hard water If this setting corresponds to the results in the build-up of calcium hardness of your water you do not need...
  • Page 15: To Programme The Water Hardness Level

    Before using for the first time To programme the water hardness The number of times the upper right hand programme indicator flashes tells level you the water hardness level which has Each time a button is pressed, one of been set (see chart). the indicator lights will flash and light up in the control panel.
  • Page 16: Checking The Programmed Water Hardness Level

    Before using for the first time Checking the programmed water hardness level ^ Switch the dishwasher off with the Off button V. ^ Press the programme selector button in, and whilst holding it in switch the dishwasher on using the On button U .
  • Page 17: Before Using The Appliance For The First Time You Require

    Before using for the first time Miele branded products are available If the water in your area is very soft from the Miele Spare Parts and constantly lower than Department or via the internet at 0.7 mmol/l (4 °d - German scale) www.miele-shop.com.
  • Page 18: Salt Indicator

    Before using for the first time ^ Remove the lower basket and Salt indicator unscrew the salt reservoir cap. ^ Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt when the salt indicator light Only open the salt reservoir when comes on. (If it comes on during a you want to fill it with dishwasher salt programme, wait until the end of the as water or salt solution will run out...
  • Page 19: Rinse Aid

    Before using for the first time Rinse aid If you only ever use combination Rinse aid is necessary to ensure water products containing rinse aid in your does not cling and leave marks on dishwasher, you do not need to add crockery during the drying phase and rinse aid.
  • Page 20: Rinse Aid Indicator

    Before using for the first time Rinse aid indicator When the light comes on the reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programmes only. ^ Add rinse aid in plenty of time. ^ Add rinse aid only until it is visible in the opening.
  • Page 21: Setting The Rinse Aid Dosage

    Before using for the first time Setting the rinse aid dosage The upper right hand programme indicator will flash briefly three times at You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for intervals. best results. This means that approx. 3 ml of rinse The rinse aid dosage can be set from aid will be used per programme approx.
  • Page 22: Loading The Dishwasher

    Loading the dishwasher Note – Wide based items should be placed at an angle so that water can run off Remove coarse food residues from them freely. crockery. – The spray arms must not be blocked There is no need to rinse items under by items which are too tall or hang running water.
  • Page 23: Items Not Suitable For Dishwashers

    Loading the dishwasher Items not suitable for We recommend: dishwashers: – When purchasing new crockery and cutlery, make sure they are – Wooden cutlery and crockery or dishwasher-proof. items with wooden parts: these may discolour and fade. The glue used in –...
  • Page 24: Upper Basket

    Loading the dishwasher Upper basket Hinged cup rack For safety reasons, do not operate the dishwasher without the upper and lower baskets in place. ^ To make room for tall items, raise the rack upwards. ^ Use the upper basket for small, lightweight and delicate items such as cups, saucers, glasses, dessert bowls, etc.
  • Page 25: Adjusting The Upper Basket

    Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the upper basket Depending on the setting of the upper basket, the following plate dimensions In order to gain more space for taller can be accommodated. pieces of crockery in the bottom or upper basket, the upper basket can be Dishwashers withcutlery tray adjusted on three levels with 2 cm between each level.
  • Page 26: Lower Basket

    Loading the dishwasher Lower basket Hinged spikes Both rows of spikes in the front section of the basket can be lowered to make more room for large items, e.g. pots, pans and dishes. ^ For larger and heavier items such as plates, serving platters, saucepans, bowls, etc.
  • Page 27: Removable Spiked Insert

    Loading the dishwasher Removable spiked insert Bottle holder (depending on model) The spiked insert at the back can be The bottle holder can be used to wash removed to make more room for larger narrow items, e.g. milk and baby items such as casserole dishes.
  • Page 28: Cutlery

    Loading the dishwasher Cutlery Cutlery tray (depending on model) If spoon handles do not fit between the holders, then lay them the other way round. ^ Arrange the cutlery in the tray as shown. To make unloading much easier, cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, one for spoons, etc.
  • Page 29: Operation

    Combi tabs are available as "3 in 1" or, Miele branded dishwasher cleaning when they also contain other components products are available from the Miele such as glass and stainless steel Spare Parts Department or via the protective additives and enhanced Internet at www.miele-shop.com.
  • Page 30: Adding Detergent

    Operation The flap is always open at the end of a Avoid inhalation of powder programme. detergents and do not ingest dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher detergents contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which can cause burning in the nose, mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing.
  • Page 31: Switching On

    Operation Switching on Starting a programme ^ Open the stopcock, if it is closed. ^ Select the programme required with the programme selector button. ^ Open the door. The indicator light next to the selected ^ Make sure the spray arms are not programme will come on.
  • Page 32: At The End Of A Programme

    Operation At the end of a programme Switching off ^ Open the door slightly to check that At the end of a programme: the programme has finished. ^ Open the door. The indicator light next to the ^ Switch the dishwasher off with the Off programme selected goes out when the button V.
  • Page 33: Interrupting A Programme

    Operation Interrupting a programme Changing a programme A programme is interrupted as soon as If the detergent dispenser flap has the door is opened. already opened, do not change the When the door is closed again, the programme. programme will continue from the point it was at before the door was opened.
  • Page 34: Additional Functions

    Additional functions ^ Press the programme selector button Buzzer briefly four times. An audible tone sounds at the end of the programme or if there is a fault. The "Inlet/Drain" check light will flash briefly four times at intervals. You will hear the buzzer at the end of a programme in bursts of five with a short The upper right hand programme pause in between.
  • Page 35: Factory Default Setting

    Additional functions Factory default setting The upper right hand indicator shows whether a setting other than the factory If you have altered any settings from default setting has been set. the factory default, you can re-set them back to the factory default settings as –...
  • Page 36: Cleaning And Care

    Miele branded cleaning and drip onto the sides of the dishwasher conditioning products are available door. from the Miele Spare Parts These surfaces are outside the wash Department or via the internet at cabinet and are not accessed by www.miele-shop.com.
  • Page 37: Cleaning The Control Panel And Door Front

    ^ The control panel should only be powder cleaners and cream wiped with a damp cloth. cleaners. ^ Clean the front using a damp Miele – solvent-based cleaning agents, microfibre E-cloth or with a sponge – stainless steel cleaning agents, and a solution of hot water and washing-up liquid.
  • Page 38: Cleaning The Filters In The Wash Cabinet

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet The filter combination in the base of the wash cabinet retains coarse soil from the suds solution, preventing it accessing the circulation system and re-entering the cabinet through the spray arms. The dishwasher must not be used without all the filters in place.
  • Page 39 Cleaning and care ^ Replace the filter combination so that To clean the inside of the filter, the flap must be opened: it lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet. ^ Press catches a together in the ^ Then turn the handle clockwise, until direction of the arrows as shown, and open the filter b.
  • Page 40: Cleaning The Spray Arms

    Cleaning and care ^ Remove the lower basket. Cleaning the spray arms Particles of food can get stuck in the spray arm jets and bearings. The spray arms should therefore be inspected and cleaned regularly (approx. every 4 - 6 months). ^ Switch the dishwasher off.
  • Page 41: Problem Solving Guide

    Problem solving guide With the aid of the following guide, faults in the performance of the appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation can be put right without contacting the Service Department. Repairs should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and trained person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations.
  • Page 42 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The buzzer sounds. There may be a – Clean the water inlet filter All the programme technical fault. and clean the drain pump indicators flash when and non-return valve as the door is opened. described in "Maintenance".
  • Page 43: The Dishwasher Does Not Fill/Drain

    Problem solving guide The dishwasher does not fill/drain. Problem Possible cause Remedy The dishwasher The stopcock is – Open the stopcock fully. stops working closed. shortly after the start of the programme. The buzzer sounds. The Inlet/Drain indicator flashes when the door is opened.
  • Page 44: General Problems

    Problem solving guide General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy Detergent residue is The dispenser was still Make sure the dispenser is left in the dispenser at damp when detergent was dry before adding the end of a added. detergent. programme. The detergent Clogged detergent residue Clean the detergent from...
  • Page 45: Noises

    Problem solving guide Noises Problem Possible cause Remedy Knocking noise in the A spray arm is knocking Interrupt the programme, wash cabinet. against an item in a and rearrange the items basket. which are obstructing the spray arm. Items of crockery are Interrupt the programme, Rattling noise in the wash cabinet.
  • Page 46: Unsatisfactory Washing Result

    Problem solving guide Unsatisfactory washing result Problem Possible cause Remedy The dishes are not The dishes were not loaded See notes in "Loading the clean. correctly. dishwasher" The programme was not Select a more intensive powerful enough. programme. See Programme chart.
  • Page 47 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Dishes, cutlery The amount of rinse aid Replenish the reservoir, and glasses are may be insufficient, or the increase the dosage or not dry or are rinse aid reservoir empty. change the brand of rinse aid. flecked.
  • Page 48 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Glassware has a This may be caused by the Change your detergent. brown or blue tinge, detergent. and film cannot be wiped off. Glassware is dull and The glasses are not There is no remedy. discoloured;...
  • Page 49: Maintenance

    ^ Replace the filter and seal, making union. This filter is available from the Miele Spares Parts dept. sure they are sitting correctly. ^ Reconnect the inlet hose to the Cleaning the filter:...
  • Page 50: Cleaning The Drain Pump And Non-Return Valve

    Maintenance Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If the water has not been pumped away at the end of a programme the drain pump or the non-return valve might be blocked. They are, however, easy to clean. ^ Disconnect the dishwasher from the mains supply.
  • Page 51: After Sales Service

    – Your Miele dealer, or technology. – the Miele Service Department (see Information regarding programme back cover for address). updates will be made known by the Miele Company as and when such Please note that telephone calls may developments become available.
  • Page 52: Programme Chart

    Programme chart Crockery Food deposits Action required Mixed, All normal This needs an everyday crockery food deposits adaptable programme... Heat-sensitive glasses and plastic Fresh, This needs a short easily removed programme... food deposits Mixed crockery This needs a standard programme... Normal food deposits which have begun to dry To save water and...
  • Page 53 Programme chart Programme Detergent Compartment I Compartment II 25 ml Sensor wash 55-65° – 1 tab 25 ml Quick wash 40°C – 1 tab 25 ml Light soiling 50°C – 1 tab 25 ml Energy save – 1 tab 25 ml Pots &...
  • Page 54 Programme chart Programme Programme sequence Pre-wash Main wash Interim rinse Final rinse Drying °C °C Sensor wash Variable programme sequence, 55-65 °C sensor controlled adjustment according to the amount of crockery and level of food deposits If required 55-65 If required Quick wash 40 °C Light soiling 50 °C Energy save...
  • Page 55 Programme chart Consumption Duration Energy Water Cold Litres Cold water water water water connection connection connection connection (15 °C) (55 °C) (15 °C) (55 °C) h:min h:min 0.80-1.3 0.55-0.70 11-18 1:40-2:35 1:25-2:15 0.50 0.20 0:38 0:32 0.90 0.65 1:30 1:20 0.80 0.50 2:54...
  • Page 56: Optional Accessories

    Optional accessories To make the most of your dishwasher Optional accessories for particular purposes are available from your Miele dealer, the Spare Parts Department or online at www.miele-shop.com (some may be supplied as standard, depending on model). If you would like to …...
  • Page 57: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363 The fuse cover must be refitted when All electrical work must be changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover carried out by a suitably qualified is lost, the plug must not be used until a and competent person, in suitable replacement is obtained.
  • Page 58: Plumbing

    30 and 1000 kPa (0.3 and 10 bar). Providing your dishwasher has been If the water pressure is too high, a installed correctly, the Miele waterproof pressure reducer valve must be anti-leak system will protect you from fitted. water damage throughout its lifetime.
  • Page 59: Drainage

    Plumbing Drainage Venting the drainage system – The appliance drainage system is If the on-site drain connection is fitted with a non-return valve, which situated lower than the guide path for prevents dirty water from flowing the bottom basket rollers in the open back into the dishwasher via the door, the drainage system must be drain hose.
  • Page 60: Technical Data

    Technical data Height 80.5 cm (adjustable + 6.5 cm) Height of building-in recess Min. 80.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm) Width 44.8 cm Width of building-in 45 cm recess Depth 57 cm Weight Max. 51 kg Voltage 230 V Connected load 2200 W Fuse rating 10 A...
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