Miele T 4262 C Operating Instructions Manual

Miele T 4262 C Operating Instructions Manual

Honeycomb care condenser tumble dryer
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Operating instructions
for condenser tumble dryer
T 4262 C
G
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. 06 465 730

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions for condenser tumble dryer T 4262 C 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. 06 465 730...
  • Page 2: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Caring for the environment ......... . 2 Disposal of the packing material .
  • Page 4 Contents After sales service ..........28 Repairs.
  • Page 5: Warning And Safety Instructions

    To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the machine please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its safety, installation, use and maintenance. Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the content.
  • Page 6 Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the machine be guaranteed. If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger. In countries where there are areas...
  • Page 7 In the event of a fault or for cleaning purposes, the machine is only completely isolated from the electiricty supply when: – it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn, or – it is switched off at the mains, or –...
  • Page 8 Using accessories Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by Miele. If non-Miele parts are used with this machine, guarantee, performance and product liability claims may be invalidated. Disposal of your old machine...
  • Page 9: Control Panel

    It will go out a few minutes later to save energy. PC indicator light The indicator light marked PC is used by Miele Service technicians as an optical interface.
  • Page 10: Notes On Laundry Care

    Notes on laundry care Care symbols Before drying check the drying symbol on the care label. If there are no symbols, dry at your own risk! q ..Dry at normal temperature r .
  • Page 11: How To Dry Correctly

    Brief instructions The headings numbered (A, B, C ...) show the operating sequence and can be used as a brief guide to using your machine. A Sort the laundry To ensure an even drying result separate out the washed laundry and sort it according to: .
  • Page 12: Low Temperature

    How to dry correctly D Select a programme ^ Turn the programme selector to the required programme. Low temperature ^ For drying particularly sensitive fabrics (care symbol r) e.g. acrylics turn the programme selector to the Low temperature position. Because the heater rating is reduced for the Low temperature setting clothes dry more slowly thus lengthening drying times.
  • Page 13: Changing The Programme Sequence

    F Remove the laundry ^ Press the Door button. ^ Open the door. ^ Remove the laundry. Make sure that the drum is empty. If items are left in the dryer, they could be damaged by overdrying when the dryer is next used. ^ Switch the dryer off by pressing the l-On/0-Off button.
  • Page 14: Programme Chart

    Programme chart Cottons Normal+, Normal**, Low temperature Fabric Single and multi-layered cottons fabrics such as towelling, jerseywear, type underwear, flannelette bed linen. – Select Low temperature for fabrics with the r symbol. Laundry is Note dried at a lower temperature. Hand iron**, Machine iron Fabric Cottons and linen fabrics, e.g.
  • Page 15 Automatic Fabric Mixed load of cotton and minimum iron fabrics. type Timed drying Warm air Fabric – Multi-layered fabrics whose layers have different drying type characteristics, e.g. jackets, pillows. – For drying individual items, e.g. bath towels, bathing costumes, tea-towels. Cool air Fabric Any item which only needs airing.
  • Page 16: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Emptying the condensed water container The condensed water will be collected in the condensed water container unless the machine has been fitted with a drain hose (see installation). The condensed water container should be emptied after every drying cycle or as soon as the Empty out container indicator lamp comes on.
  • Page 17: Cleaning The Fluff Filters

    Cleaning and care ^ Remove any fluff from the hollow part of the door holder. A cleaning brush is available as an optional extra from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department. Tip: You can also use a vacuum cleaner.
  • Page 18: Cleaning Them With Water

    The machine must never be hosed down. ^ Dry all parts with a soft cloth. ^ A microfibre E-Cloth is available from the Miele UK Spare Parts Department which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel, glass, plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals.
  • Page 19: Cleaning The Condenser Unit

    Cleaning the condenser unit Detergent residue, hair and fine fluff from the dryer can get through the fluff filters and block the condenser unit. Dust from the room in which the dryer is installed can also get into the condenser unit and cause a blockage. Check the condenser unit at least twice a year.
  • Page 20: Checking The Condenser Unit

    Cleaning and care ^ Pull the condenser unit out of its housing by the handle. Checking the condenser unit ^ Hold the condenser unit up to the light as shown. ^ Check to see if there is any fluff inside it. The arrows in the illustration above indicate where to look.
  • Page 21: Replacing The Condenser Unit

    ^ Then flush the unit through from the front. ^ Check the condenser unit again for any visible fluff and if necessary flush it through again until it has all gone. ^ Remove any soiling still visible inside the housing unit by hand using a damp cloth.
  • Page 22: 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 equipment should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in accordance with local and national safety regulations.
  • Page 23 Problem Possible cause There is a build Fluff is principally the result of up of fluff. friction when garments are being worn and washed. Machine drying hardly causes any fluff to form and has been established by research institutes to have no appreciable effect on the lifetime of the garment.
  • Page 24 Problem solving guide Problem The drying process goes on too long or even switches off. Possible cause Important: Before attempting to remedy one of the following causes, switch the dryer off and switch on again to start the programme again. Ventilation to and from the dryer may be insufficient (e.g.
  • Page 25: Check And Fault Indicator Lamps

    – Switch off the dryer. – Then switch the dryer back on and start the programme again. If the programme stops again and an indicator lamp flashes, there is a fault. Contact the Miele Service Department.
  • Page 26 Problem solving guide Problem The programme has stopped, the Anti-crease/Finish lamp has come on in the sequence display and the buzzer is sounding. Possible cause This is not a fault. The electronic unit has recognised that there is no laundry in the drum and cancelled the programme.
  • Page 27: Changing The Lamp

    The cover will open downwards. The temperature resistant lamp should only be ordered from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department. Problem solving guide The lamp specification and maximum wattage is stated on the data plate and on the lamp cover.
  • Page 28: After Sales Service

    Please see the guarantee card supplied with your machine. Optional accessories Optional accessories for this dryer is available from your Miele Dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department. Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to...
  • Page 29: Installation

    Front view a Mains connection cable b Condensed water container c Control panel d Door e Service panel for condenser unit f Four height-adjustable screw feet g External drainage options (e.g. via wash basin, wash basin drain outlet, or gully). Installation...
  • Page 30: Installation Site

    – 870/885 mm - 915/930 mm, one or two height adjustment frames* are required. * Available as an optional accessory from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department. Replacing the lid If the lid has been removed in order to...
  • Page 31: Levelling The Machine

    (WTV) to match your washing machine is required. * Available as an optional accessory from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department. Stacking kits must be fitted by a suitably qualified fitter. Before moving the machine again (e.g.
  • Page 32: External Condensed Water Outlet

    If it is not long enough, an extension hose is available as an optional accessory through your dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Dept. Setting up the drain hose From the back of the dryer at the top: ^ Unclip the drain hose from clip (1).
  • Page 33: Connection To A Sink Drain Outlet

    Connection to a sink drain outlet The drain hose can be connected directly to a sink drain outlet. ^ Remove the following from the back of the dryer at the bottom: Adapter 1 and hose clip 3 behind it. ^ Fit adapter 1 to the sink drain outlet using nut 2.
  • Page 34: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person, in strict accordance with national and local safety regulations. Ensure power is not supplied to the appliance until after installation work has been carried out.
  • Page 35: Consumption Data

    Programme Cottons Normal Cottons Hand iron Minimum iron Normal Minimum iron Hand iron Automatic Woollens handcare Smoothing Weight of dry laundry ** EN 61121 test programme: All data established in accordance with EN 61121. Before testing in accordance with EN 61121, dry a 3 kg load of cotton laundry with 70% residual moisture as per the above standard using the Cottons Normal programme.
  • Page 36: Technical Data

    Technical data Height Height for building under Width Depth Depth with door open Weight Drum volume Maximum capacity Capacity of condensed water container Hose length Maximum delivery head Maximum drain hose length Length of connection cable Voltage Connected load Fuse rating (UK) Lamp wattage Energy consumption Test certificates awarded...
  • Page 37 Programmable functions for changing standard settings...
  • Page 38: Programmable Functions

    Programmable functions Altering the residual moisture level in the Cottons programmes The machine is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as possible. However, if you require the laundry to be drier, it is possible to reduce the default residual moisture level in the Cottons programmes.
  • Page 39: Altering The Residual Moisture Level In The Minimum Iron Programmes

    Altering the residual moisture level in the Minimum iron programmes The machine is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as possible. However, if you require the laundry to be drier, it is possible to reduce the default residual moisture level in the Minimum iron programmes.
  • Page 40: Activating And Deactivating The Buzzer

    Programmable functions Activating and deactivating the buzzer A buzzer sounds (at intervals for a maximum of 1 hr) to let you know the programme has finished. The machine is delivered with the buzzer activated but you can deactivate it if wished. The buzzer will still sound if there is a fault, even if it has been deactivated.
  • Page 41: Extending The Cooling Down Time

    Extending the cooling down time The cooling down phase which takes place before the end of a programme can be lengthened if required. This makes the garments easier to handle. The dryer is delivered with the extended cooling down time option deactivated.
  • Page 42: Changing The Standard Drying Level In The Minimum Iron - Normal Programme

    Programmable functions Changing the standard drying level in the Minimum iron - Normal programme The drying level for this programme is set at a standard level. You have the option of changing this to an increased drying level. The machine is delivered with the drying level set at Normal You can change this to Normal+ (drier than the standard drying level).
  • Page 43: Changing The Standard Drying Level In The Automatic Programme

    Changing the standard drying level in the Automatic programme The drying level for this programme is set at a standard level. You have the option of changing this to an increased drying level. The machine is delivered with the drying level set at Normal You can change this to Hand iron (damper) or Normal+ (drier than the standard drying level).
  • Page 44 Alteration rights reserved/0505 M.-Nr. 06 465 730 / 00 en - GB...

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