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Operating instructions

for dishwashers
G 670/G 670 SC
It is essential to read these
operating instructions before
installing or using the machine,
to avoid risk of accident
or damage to the machine.
M.-Nr. 04 329 602

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions for dishwashers G 670/G 670 SC @ä It is essential to read these operating instructions before installing or using the machine, to avoid risk of accident or damage to the machine. M.-Nr. 04 329 602...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Guide to the appliance..........3 Warning and safety instructions.
  • Page 3: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance Guide to the appliance Miele dishwashers are available in 3. “U“ dishwashers three versions: The built-under(“U“) dishwashers use the integrated (“i“)-dishwashers as the 1. “Freestanding“ dishwashers basic machine. “Freestanding“ dishwashers do not re- By using a decor set (GDU) the “i“ dish- quire any special installation fixings in washer can be converted into a “U“...
  • Page 4 Guide to the appliance View of the machine Control panel (facia)
  • Page 5 Guide to the appliance 1 Upper spray arm (not visible) 2 Cutlery tray (standard depending on model) 3 Inlet funnel for middle spray arm 4 Upper basket. (Design varies according to model, an may not match the one shown). 5 Water hardness selector 6 Middle spray arm 7 Lower spray arm 8 Four height adjustable screw feet...
  • Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Warning and safety instructions Warning and safety instructions not be held responsible for damage This appliance conforms to current caused by the lack or inadequacy of safety requirements. Inappropriate an effective earthing system, (electric use can however lead to personal shock for example).
  • Page 7 Warning and safety instructions Dishwasher detergents contain irri- The following notes should help to tant or corrosive ingredients. They avoid material damage can cause burning in the mouth and The voltage and frequency shown throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. on the data plate must match the Keep children away from detergents mains supply in the house.
  • Page 8 Warning and safety instructions The Miele Waterproof System of- Disposal of your old machine fers protection from water damage, When disposing of an old dish- provided the following conditions are washer first make it unusable. Dis- met: connect, cut off the cable and the plug from the cable.
  • Page 9: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material Energy saving washing The transport and protective packing These dishwashers are exceptionally ef- has been selected from materials ficient in their use of water and elec- which are environmentally friendly for tricity.
  • Page 10: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Before using for the first time Load the crockery correctly Before using for the first time please Load the crockery so that water will note the following points: come into contact with all surfaces. See the relevant chapters for detailed This ensures that they will be properly cleaned.
  • Page 11: Opening And Closing The Door

    Opening and closing the door Opening and closing the door To open the door Child safety lock Press the release catch inside the The child safety lock is designed to door grip. deter children from opening the dish- washer door. If the door is opened during operation all functions are automatically inter- Use the key provided to turn the...
  • Page 12: Water Softener/Reactivation

    Water softener Water softener It is not necessary to reactivate with Setting the water hardness level salt if the degree of hardness in the selector in the wash cabinet local supply is permanently under There are six settings on the selector. 70 mg/l, (0.7 mmol/l, or 4 °d German scale).
  • Page 13: Filling The Salt Reservoir

    Water softener Filling the salt reservoir Please only use special coarse grained dishwasher salt for reactivation, as other salts may contain insoluble addi- tives which can impair the functioning of the softener. The salt reservoir holds approx. 2 kg of salt.
  • Page 14: Add Salt Indicator Light

    Water softener Note Salt indicator With water that is very soft, i.e. at a level constantly below 70 mg/l (4 °d), no reactivation salt needs to be added. As the salt reservoir is empty the salt in- dicator light will come on. In this case the light is of no significance.
  • Page 15: Adding Rinse Aid

    Adding rinse aid Adding rinse aid Rinse aid is necessary to ensure that water does not cling and leave marks on crockery during the drying phase. Rinse aid is poured into the storage reservoir and the amount set is dis- pensed automatically.
  • Page 16: Rinse Aid Dosage Setting

    Adding rinse aid Setting the dosage Add rinse aid only until it is visible on The dosage adjuster (see arrow) in the the surface of the filter in the open- opening has settings from 1 to 6. It is ing. set to 3 at the factory, as the recom- mended dose.This setting dispenses Close the flap firmly.
  • Page 17: Loading The Dishwasher

    Loading the dishwasher Loading the dishwasher Some foodstuffs may contain natural Note dyes, e.g. carrots, tomatoes or ket- Load the crockery so that water will chup. Plastic items in the dish- come into contact with all surfaces. washer may discolour if large quan- This ensures that they will be tities of these foodstuffs find their properly cleaned.
  • Page 18: Loading Examples

    Loading the dishwasher Bottom basket Loading examples Larger and heavier items such as Upper basket plates, serving platters, saucepans, bowls. Depending on the dishwasher Small, lightweight, delicate items such model glasses may only be cleaned in as cups, saucers, glasses, dessert the bottom basket if it is fitted with a bowls, etc.
  • Page 19: Cutlery

    Loading the dishwasher Cutlery Dishwashers with cutlery basket: Larger items like soup ladles, long Unsorted cutlery should be placed in the cutlery basket, handles facing knives and mixing spoons should be downwards. placed lying down across the front of the upper basket. You may, however, prefer to place cutlery with sharp points with the handles upwards.
  • Page 20 Loading the dishwasher Dishwasher with cutlery tray (SC models): For best results cutlery should be The cutlery tray insert is removable. It grouped in zones, one for knives, one can be completely removed from its for forks, one for spoons etc. This frame and carried to the cutlery drawer, makes unloading much easier.
  • Page 21 Loading the dishwasher Cutlery with round or oval handles Spoon heads should be placed in such should be placed with the heads in the a way that water runs off them freely. grips as this prevents them slipping. Ensure that spoon heads are in contact with at least one of the grips in the cut- lery tray.
  • Page 22: Flap Up Racks, Positioning Rail

    Loading the dishwasher Flap up racks Positioning rail (standard feature depending on model) For easy sorting and removing of croc- Can either be used for a second row of kery the positioning rail can be rested to cups or raised upwards to make room one side.
  • Page 23: Adjusting The Upper Basket

    Loading the dishwasher Depending on the setting of the upper Adjusting the upper basket basket the following dimensions can be (depending on model) accommodated: In order to gain more space for taller Dishwashers with cutlery tray pieces of crockery in the bottom or upper basket, the upper basket can be Upper plates Ø...
  • Page 24: Not Suitable For Dishwashers

    Items not suitable for dishwashers Items not suitable for dishwashers – cutlery with wooden or horn handles, Please note – wooden or plastic chopping boards, – Silver- and aluminium items can suf- fer some discolouration. – glued items, e.g. old knives with handles which have been glued on, –...
  • Page 25: Adding Detergent

    Should you experience difficulties when Please note using these types of products, please Dishwasher detergents contain irri- contact Miele Customer and Technical tant or corrosive ingredients. They Services Department, or the detergent can cause burning in the mouth manufacturer’s own Advisory Service.
  • Page 26 Adding detergent Preventive measures: 1. If you wish to continue using the new 3. If results are still not to your satisfac- chlorine and phosphate-free pro- tion, you should revert back to using conventional detergents containing ducts, the following is recommended: both chlorine and phosphate.
  • Page 27 Adding detergent Dishwasher detergent must be added The amount to dispense will depend on before each programme (except COLD the type of load and the programme se- PRE-WASH). lected. See the programme chart on the next – Pour powder or liquid detergent into pages for advice on amounts to dis- the dispenser.
  • Page 28 Adding detergent For information: Compartment I takes max. 25 ml, Com- partment II max. 80 ml. There are hori- zontal markers to assist with dispensing in compartment II, indicat- ing the level in ml. Press the opening catch on the con- tainer flap.
  • Page 29: Programme Selection

    Programme selection Programme selection Choose your programme according to the type of load and how dirty it is. In most cases this will be a UNIVER- SAL - programme. UNIVERSAL 55 ° or 65 ° (with one pre-wash) or UNIVERSAL PLUS 55 ° or 65 ° (with two pre-washes).
  • Page 30: Programme Chart

    Programme chart Programme chart Programme When to use Detergent Compart- Compart- Compart- ment ment ment (Pre-wash) (Wash (Wash cycle) cycle) Universal Programmes UNIVERSAL This programme is for normal everyday 20 % 100 % loads 55 ° UNIVERSAL as UNIVERSAL 55 °, but higher 20 % 80 % 100 %...
  • Page 31 Programme cycle Consumption Time Energy Water Minutes (approx.) Main Interim- Final- Drying- Water Water Litres Water Water Prelimi- Pre-wash wash rinse rinse phase cold cold nary pre- (15 °C) (55 °C) (15 °C) (55 °C) wash 55 ° 65 ° 65 °...
  • Page 32: Switching On And Off

    Switching on and off Switching on and off Next press the On-Off button. The Switching on programme cycle begins. Close the door If you turn the selector past the Open the stopcock (if it is closed). “start point“ by mistake: Switch the dishwasher off with the “On-Off“-button.
  • Page 33: Programme Sequence Display, Interrupting A Programme

    Switching on and off Remove load Switching on and off Remove load Programme sequence indication Programme interruption During the programme the programme A programme is interrupted as soon as selector switch moves around the dial the door is opened. to show which stage has been reached: If the door is closed again the pro- gramme will continue from the position –...
  • Page 34: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Cleaning and care Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet The dishwasher must not be used without all the filters in place! The filter combination in the base of the wash cabinet should be regularly in- spected and cleaned if necessary: Use a nylon brush if necessary.
  • Page 35: Cleaning The Spray Arms

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the spray arms Particles of food can get stuck in the spray arm jets. The spray arms should be inspected and cleaned regularly (approx. every 6 months). To do this remove the spray arms as fol- lows.
  • Page 36 Cleaning and care Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If 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. Watch out for glass splinters, which could cause injury.
  • Page 37: Cleaning The Filter In The Water Inlet

    These filters can be obtained from the Turn off the stopcock and unscrew Miele Spares Department (Part No.: the inlet hose. 75577). Carefully remove the rubber seal. Withdraw the filter using pointed pliers and clean by rinsing under run- ning water.
  • Page 38: Cleaning The Wash Cabinet

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the wash cabinet The facia panel In general the wash cabinet is self- This should only be wiped with a cleaning, provided that the correct damp cloth, or a suitable plastic amount of dishwasher detergent is cleaner.
  • Page 39: Checking The Water Level

    Checking the water level Checking the water level Checking the water level If the water pressure (flow rate at the take-off point) is too low, i.e. less than 100 kPa, too little water will flow into the wash cabinet. To ensure an accurate assessment open the stopcock fully and run the COLD PRE-WASH programme once (without crockery) to bring water into...
  • Page 40: Increasing The Water Intake Time

    Checking the water level Increasing the water intake time Position the right hand switch verti- Using a 4-5 mm wide screwdriver cally and then pull it off. turn the adjuster mechanism to the right hand side of the spindle carefully in an anti-clockwise direc- tion until it checks into position.
  • Page 41: Dealing With Minor Faults

    – The spray arms are obstructed by tory notes, minor faults can be cor- items in the baskets. rected without contacting the Miele Ser- – The opening in the middle of the cut- vice Department. lery tray is blocked by a piece of cut- lery.
  • Page 42: Special Accessories

    Special accessories Special accessories Bottle holder Installation - special situations (depending on model) Brackets to fix the dishwasher under a marble-type worktop. Decor frame for freestanding dish- washers (GDR) to match kitchen fronts in colour and style, (available with some models). Decor frame adapter strip for free- standing dishwashers for decor pa- nels 1 to 4 mm thick.
  • Page 43: Comparison Test/As 2007

    Doing this will automatically close the vent exit for the turbothermic drying process as in daily use. Dishwashers with cutlery basket (G 670) Bottom basket Upper basket These illustrations show how 14 place settings can be loaded. For normal mixed...
  • Page 44 Doing this will automatically close the vent exit for the turbothermic drying process as in daily use. Dishwashers with cutlery tray (G 670 SC) Upper basket Bottom basket These illustrations show how 14 place settings can be loaded. For normal mixed...
  • Page 45 Comparison tests Cutlery tray...
  • Page 47: Installation Instructions

    Installation instructions...
  • Page 48 Contents Contents Installing a freestanding dishwasher ....... . . 49 Installation integrated "i"...
  • Page 49: Installing A Freestanding Dishwasher

    Installing “Freestanding” dishwashers Installing “Freestanding” dishwashers “Freestanding” dishwashers The dishwasher must be installed and levelled. Any unevenness in the floor level can be compensated for by adjust- ing the four screw feet. The adjustment range is approx. 1 cm (85-86 cm total height). Decor frame and decor panel “Freestanding”...
  • Page 50: Installation Integrated "I" Dishwashers

    Installing integrated “i” Dishwashers Installing integrated “i” Dishwashers The “i” model dishwashers are spe- Dimensions: cially designed for building under a continuous worktop. The front can be fitted with a base unit front to match the kitchen furniture. By using a decor set GDU “i” model dishwashers can be converted into a built-under “U”model dishwasher.
  • Page 51: Fit Worktop Protection ("Niro" Stainless Steel Coverplate)

    Installing integrated “i” Dishwashers 1. Fit worktop protection A stainless steel “niro” coverplate is supplied with the machine to protect the underside of the worktop against steam rising from the machine. The coverplate is supplied as standard with “i” models. Squeeze sealant from the tube sup- plied into the angle of the “niro”...
  • Page 52: Building The Dishwasher Into A Niche

    Installing integrated “i” Dishwashers 2. Building the dishwasher into a niche Connection to water and drainage should be sited beside and not behind the dishwasher for accessibility. Con- nections are usually made in the area under the sink. Many kitchen unit manu- facturers provide a cutout in the base of the sink base unit for the hoses to be fed through.
  • Page 53 Installing integrated “i” Dishwashers The slides make installation of the dish- washer easier and protect the floor from possible damage when moving the appliance into and out of the re- cess. They are also used for adjusting the height of the rear screw feet. Adjust the height manually before in- stalling the dishwasher.
  • Page 54 Installing integrated “i” Dishwashers Adjust the rear screw feet to the re- Adjust the front screw feet manually quired height. or with a flat blade screwdriver. Higher = turn clockwise It is easier to adjust the screw feet if the weight of the dishwasher is not bearing Lower = turn anti-clockwise down on them.
  • Page 55: Fitting The Facia Panel

    Installing integrated “i” Dishwashers Installation integrated “i“ Dishwashers 3. Fitting the facia panel The facia panel is delivered separately Only applicable when using the GDU in the colour ordered with the necess- decor set (to convert an "i" version to a ary accessories.
  • Page 56: Matching The Facia Panel To The Dimensions Of The Adjacent Drawer Fronts

    Installation integrated “i” Dishwashers Installation integrated “i” Dishwashers Adjustment range: 4. Matching the facia panel to the dimensions of the from 112 mm: facia panel without spacer bars, adjacent drawer fronts to 145 mm: facia panel with four The facia panel can be aligned with the spacer bars, drawer fronts of the kitchen units by ad- justing the spacer bars.
  • Page 57: Fitting The (Matching) Door Front

    Installation integrated “i” Dishwashers 5. Fitting the (matching) door front The door of a kitchen base unit (without the drawer facia or fittings) is normally used for the door front. Max. weight of the decor door panel if a facia panel is fitted: –...
  • Page 58 Installation integrated “i” Dishwashers The fixing bracket is marked in the middle Lay the bracket on the rear side of the door front so that the marks the middle of the fixing bracket align with the vertical guide line, and the lower fixing holes of the bracket are centrally positioned in the horizontal guide line (see...
  • Page 59 Installation integrated “i” Dishwashers Pull the dishwasher out of its recess enough to allow easy access to the side fixing screws for the door front. Hang the door front into the slits in the machine door outer panel, adjust for height and secure. Secure the door front by turning the screws clockwise at each side of the machine door outer panel.
  • Page 60: Adjusting The Door Springs

    Installation integrated “i” Dishwashers 6. Adjusting the door springs 7. Level and secure the dishwasher The door springs are correctly adjusted when a half opened door (approx. 45 ° To ensure the stability of the dish- opening angle) remains in that position washer it must be screwed to the con- when released.
  • Page 61 Installation integrated “i” Dishwashers If one of the screw positions is in the For “Corian” or granite worktops there cut-out area, e.g. of the built-in sink, at- is a special accessory to fix the dish- tach the fixing bracket supplied. washer to an adjacent kitchen unit.
  • Page 62: Matching The Plinth Facia Of A Kitchen Run

    Installation integrated “i” Dishwashers 8. Matching the plinth facia of a kitchen run The plinth area of the dishwasher is nor- Place the plinth facia directly in front mally covered with a plinth run match- of the kitchen run but do not attach. ing the kitchen furniture.
  • Page 63: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical connection Important Please follow the installation instruc- The wires in the mains lead are col- tions carefully. oured in accordance with the following This dishwasher is supplied ready code: for connection to an a.c. single Green/yellow = earth phase supply.
  • Page 64: Connection To The Water Inlet

    COLD PRE-WASH will be carried out with hot water. The inlet hose is approx. 1.5 m long; a longer hose (4 m) may be bought from the Miele Spare Parts Depart- Connect the inlet hose with the “Water- ment. proof-System” preferably vertically A stopcock with a 3/4"...
  • Page 65: Plumbing

    Plumbing There must be a distance of at least Lay the hose in such a way that it 20 cm between the floor and the bot- does not rise above the bottom of tom of the “Waterproof” unit housing. the “Waterproof” unit casing (see il- lustration).
  • Page 66: Drainage

    Plumbing The drain system must not exceed Drainage 4 metres. The drain pump has a maximum delivery head of 1 metre. The drain hose must not be short- ened. Venting the drainage system Open the dishwasher door fully. If the site drain connection is situated lower than the guide path for the bot- tom basket rollers in the open door the drainage system must be vented.
  • Page 67: Technical Data

    Technical Data Technical Data Height Freestanding 85 cm (adjustable + 1.0 cm) Height U- and i-models 82 cm (adjustable + 5.0 cm) Width 59.8 cm Width of building in recess 60 cm Depth 60 cm (Freestanding model) 57 cm (U- and i-models) Depth with door open 118.5 cm (Freestanding model) 115.5 cm (U- and i-models)
  • Page 68 Alteration rights reserved (G670/G672) /000 4597 This paper consists of cellulose which has been bleached without the use of chlorine.

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