Water Softener Operational Check; Water Softener Assembly Removal - Miele G 600 Series Technical Information

Technical Information
5.27

Water Softener Operational Check

Note:
Ensure that the electronic is programmed "with water softener" before performing
the following procedure.
1. Program the electronic to the "643 – 1,250 ppm" (parts per million) softener
setting. Refer to the model-specific operating manual.
2. Remove the filter assembly. See Section 5.23.
3. Access Service Mode 1. See Section 6 for model-specific instructions.
4. Proceed to a water intake step.
5. Proceed to a drain step and drain the appliance.
6. Open the door.
7. "Cheat" the door switch into the "closed" position by using a door switch bypass
tool (P/N 05057670).
8. Turn off the water supply to the dishwasher.
9. Access Service Mode 1.
10. Refer to the model-specific timing chart, select a program, and proceed to a step
that is marked "E-REG" (softener reactivation).
11. The electronic activates the softener solenoid valve (Y38/1).
12. If water flows through the intake opening in the sump, the water softener is
operating correctly.
13. If water does not flow through the intake opening in the sump, check the
following:
a. Activation of solenoid valve Y38/1.
b. Water softener salt cap for leaks and/or damage.
c. Water softener hoses and connections.
Note:
The softener solenoid valve (Y38/1) is activated for 2 minutes during reactivation.
The water inlet is emptied in approximately 60 seconds.
5.28

Water Softener Assembly Removal

1. Open the door; remove the salt container cap and sealing ring. Remove any
excess water/brine as necessary.
2. Remove the right side panel. See Section 5.3.
3. Note the location of the hoses on the water inlet assembly; disconnect the hoses
and drain the remaining water.
4. Lay the dishwasher on its back.
5. Remove the drip pan. See Section 5.29.
6. Note the location of the hoses on the water softener; disconnect the hoses and
drain remaining water.
7. Unplug the electrical connections and remove the reed switch.
8. Release the wires from their guides on the water softener.
9. Remove the water softener.
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