Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..............5 Guide to the dishwasher ..................14 Appliance overview....................14 Control panel......................15 Caring for the environment ................. 16 Disposal of packaging material................16 Disposal of your old appliance ................16 Energy-saving dishwashing ................... 16 Before using for the first time................17 Opening the door ....................
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Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve ............. 63 Customer service....................64 Repairs ........................64 Warranty......................... 64 Optional accessories ................... 65 Installation Instructions ..................67 Electrical connection ................... 68 Water connection....................69 The Miele WaterProof System ................69 Water intake ......................69...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Correct use This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and similar residential environments. This dishwasher is not suitable for outdoor use. It must only be used as specified in these operating instructions for cleaning domestic dishware and cutlery.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety with children Children must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Keep small children away from the appliance at all times to avoid the risk of injury.
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Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate grounding system (e.g. electric shock). ...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To avoid the risk of damage to the dishwasher, make sure that the connection data on the data plate (fuse rating, voltage, and frequen‐ cy) matches the electrical supply before connecting the dishwasher to the mains. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt. ...
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(turn it off and with‐ draw the plug from the socket). If the connection cable is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cable of the same type (available from Miele) by a Miele-au‐ thorized service technician only.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Proper installation The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation plan. Be careful when installing the dishwasher. Wear protective gloves to avoid injury on any sharp metal components. The dishwasher must be correctly aligned horizontally to ensure problem-free operation.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Proper use Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion! Do not inhale or ingest powder detergent. Dishwasher detergents contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which can cause burning in the nose, mouth, and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Seek medical attention immediately if detergent has been swallowed or in‐...
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Please observe the information given in "Technical data" regard‐ ing the capacity of the dishwasher. Accessories Use only genuine original Miele parts. If spare parts or accesso‐ ries from other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid. Disposal of your old dishwasher ...
Guide to the dishwasher Appliance overview a Upper spray arm (not visible) g Filter system b Cutlery tray (depending on model) h Data plate c Upper basket i Rinse aid reservoir d Middle spray arm j Dual compartment detergent dis‐ penser e Air intake for drying (depending on model)
Guide to the dishwasher Control panel a Program selection e Short button with indicator light b Time display f Delay Start button with indicator light c Check/Refill indicators g Program selection button d Start button with indicator light h ...
If the water is heated by for ex‐ ample, solar panels, this would be energy efficient. However, if your water is heated by electricity we would recommend con‐ nection to cold water. You can find additional tips on energy- saving dishwashing in "Miele's guide to dishwashing".
Before using for the first time Opening the door Closing the door Push the baskets in. Then lift the door upwards and push until it clicks into position. Danger of crushing injuries! Do not put your hand inside the door as it is closing.
Before using for the first time Water softener Enter the water hardness below: ____________ gr/gal (°d) In order to achieve good cleaning re‐ sults, the dishwasher needs to operate The dishwasher is programmed at the with soft water. Hard water results in a factory for a water hardness level of 1 build-up of calcium deposits on dish‐...
Before using for the first time Displaying and setting the water The value which has been set for the hardness level water hardness appears as a figure in the time display (see table) according to Turn the dishwasher off with the .
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Before using for the first time °d gr/gal °f Time °d gr/gal °f Time display display 37-45 39--47 66-80 46-60 48-63 82-107 61-70 64-73 109-125...
Before using for the first time Before using the appliance for If the water in your area is very soft the first time, you require: and constantly lower than 5 gr/gal (5 °d) you do not have to add dish‐ –...
Before using for the first time Filling the salt reservoir Before filling the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt for the first time, you must fill it with approx. 1 liter (1 qt.) of water to enable the salt to dis‐ solve.
Before using for the first time Salt refill indicator If you only ever use combination prod‐ ucts in your dishwasher, you can Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher switch both refill indicators for salt salt when the Salt indicator light and rinse aid off if you wish (see "Op‐...
Before using for the first time Rinse aid Rinse aid is needed to prevent spotting on dishes and glassware. The rinse aid is filled in the reservoir and the set amount will be automatically dosed. Filling the rinse aid reservoir with detergent will damage the reservoir.
Before using for the first time Rinse aid indicator Turn the dishwasher off with the button, if it is turned on. When the Rinse Aid indicator lights up, the rinse aid reservoir contains suffi‐ Press the Start button and, simulta‐ cient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programs only.
Loading the dishwasher Tips – Make sure that small items cannot fall through the holders in the bas‐ Remove coarse food residues from the kets. dishware. Small items, e.g., lids, should there‐ fore be placed in the cutlery tray or There is no need to rinse items under cutlery basket (depending on model).
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(e.g., Riedel glassware). – Copper, brass, tin and aluminum – Use detergents with glass protective items may discolor or become matt. additives (e.g., Miele CareCollection – Colors painted over a glaze may fade tabs). after a number of washes.
Loading the dishwasher Loading examples With models with cutlery tray, 10 standard place settings Lower basket Upper basket Cutlery tray (depending on model)
Loading the dishwasher Upper basket Adjustable cup rack (depending on model) For safety reasons, do not oper‐ ate the dishwasher without the upper and lower baskets in place. Raise the rack to make room for tall items. Glasses can be arranged along the po‐ sitioning rail of the cup rack to give ...
Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the upper basket Dishwashers with cutlery tray In order to gain more space for taller Upper bas‐ Plate in inches (cm) items the upper basket can be adjusted ket adjust‐ Upper bas‐ Lower bas‐ on three levels with 3/4" (2 cm) be‐ ment tween each level.
Loading the dishwasher Lower basket Hinged spikes Both rows of spikes at the front 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.
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Loading the dishwasher Comfort insert Removing the insert The comfort insert is used for cups, glasses, plates, dishes, and pots. The comfort insert can be removed to make more room for larger items such as casserole dishes. Press the insert downwards and press the catch inwards at the same time .
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Loading the dishwasher Bottle holder (depending on model) The bottle holder can be used to wash narrow items, e.g., milk and baby bot‐ tles. Place the bottle holder in the position shown in the bottom basket. If placed anywhere else, water will not be able to access the bottle prop‐...
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery Cutlery tray (depending on model) 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. Spoon heads should be placed in con‐ tact with at least one of the serrated re‐...
Express program (if availa‐ For optimum cleaning and drying re‐ ble) is used. sults, use Miele dishwasher detergent and add Miele salt and Miele rinse aid Use only the recommended amount separately. See "Optional accesso‐ of detergent. Continued use of too ries."...
Operation Adding detergent Add the required amount of detergent and close the flap. Press the opening catch on the de‐ tergent dispenser. The flap will spring Make sure that the detergent packag‐ open. ing is properly closed after use to avoid it getting damp and becoming The flap is always open at the end of a lumpy.
Operation Turning on Selecting a program Make sure the spray arms are not ob‐ Choose your program according to the structed. type of load and the degree of soiling. Close the door. The different programs and their uses are described in the Program Over‐...
Operation Starting a program Time display The duration of the program selected The dishwasher can be started only if appears in hours and minutes in the the door is closed. display before the program begins. Dur‐ ing the program, the time left until the ...
Operation Energy management At the end of the program To save energy, the dishwasher will The program has finished when . switch off automatically 10 minutes af‐ appears in the display. ter the last time a button has been The drying fan may continue to run for pressed or 10 minutes after the end of a few minutes at the end of the pro‐...
Operation Turning off Unloading the dishwasher At the end of a program: Dishes tend to break and chip more easily when they are hot. Allow the The dishwasher can be switched off dishes to cool until they are comforta‐ at any time using the ...
Operation Interrupting a program Changing a program A program will be interrupted as soon If the detergent dispenser flap has as the door is opened. already opened, do not change the program. Close the door and press the Start button.
Options Short The Short option reduces the dura‐ tion of programs in which this option is available. In order to achieve optimum cleaning results, consumption rates are in‐ creased with this option. When used in combination with the Rapid program, the Short ...
Options Turning off the refill indicators Press the button 9 times. If you consistently use a Tab detergent, The indicator light will flash 9 times you can deactivate the refill indicators if at short intervals. you wish. The flashing sequence in the time dis‐...
Options Delay Start Turn the dishwasher on with the button. You can set the start time for a pro‐ The Start indicator light flashes. gram. The start time can be delayed between 30 minutes and 24 hours. Select the desired program. The delay period is shown in 30 mi‐...
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Options If Optimize Standby is switched on If you open the door during the delay (see "Options - Optimize Standby"), start time, you must then press the the time display will go out after a few Start button to continue the delay start minutes, leaving just the Start indica‐...
Options Optimize Standby Press the button 8 times. "Optimize Standby" is activated by de‐ The indicator light will flash 8 times fault. at short intervals. To save energy, the dishwasher will The flashing sequence in the display switch off automatically a few minutes shows whether or not Optimize Stand‐...
Options Factory default settings Press the button 19 times. If you have altered any settings from The indicator light will flash once at the factory default, you can reset them a long interval and then 9 times at short back to the factory default settings as intervals.
Program overview Program When to use Program sequence Pre- Main Interim Final Drying wash wash rinse rinse Normal Program for regular use to If re‐ If re‐ completely wash a full load quired quired of normally soiled dish‐ ware with the ability to ad‐ just energy and water con‐...
Cleaning and care Cleaning the door and the door Check and clean your dishwasher seal regularly. This will help avoid prob‐ lems and faults. Bacteria could build up on the door seal and the sides of the dishwasher All surfaces are susceptible to door as these surfaces are outside the scratching.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the door front To better maintain your appliance avoid the following: If soiling remains longer, it may – Cleaning products containing soda, happen that the surfaces can be‐ ammonia, acid, or chloride come discolored or changed. –...
Cleaning and care Filter system Filter system The filter system in the base of the Turn the dishwasher off. wash cabinet prevents food from being redeposited on dishes. It also protects the circulation pump from damage caused by foreign objects. ...
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Cleaning and care To clean the inside of the filter, the flap Replace the filter system so that it lies flat in the base of the wash cabi‐ must be opened: net. Press catches together in the di‐ ...
Cleaning and care 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). Turn the dishwasher off. Remove the spray arms as follows: ...
Miele Service. This will save time and money. The following guide may help you to find the reason for a fault, and to correct it.
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Press the Start button. pears in the display. If the indicator lights flash again, there is a technical fault. Contact Miele Service. Fault : The WaterProof System has reacted. The drain pump is still Turn off the water supply.
Frequently Asked Questions Water intake fault Problem Possible cause and solution The Intake/Drain indica‐ The water supply is turned off. tor flashes on and off. Turn on the water supply all the way. The dishwasher stops Before fixing the fault: during a program.
Frequently Asked Questions General problems Problem Possible cause and solution The indicator lights and The dishwasher has switched off automatically to time display are dark. save energy. Turn the dishwasher on again with the button. Detergent residue is left The dispenser was still damp when detergent was in the dispenser at the added.
Frequently Asked Questions Noises Problem Possible cause and solution There is a knocking A spray arm is hitting the dishware. noise in the wash cabi‐ Interrupt the program, and rearrange the items net. which are obstructing the spray arm. There is a rattling noise Dishware is moving around in the wash cabinet.
Frequently Asked Questions Poor cleaning results Problem Possible cause and solution The dishes are not The dishes were not loaded correctly. clean. See notes in "Loading the dishwasher". The program was not powerful enough. Select a more intensive program (see "Program overview").
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Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution Dishware is not dry or The rinse aid dosage is set too low or the rinse aid cutlery and glasses are reservoir is empty. spotty. Replenish the reservoir, increase the dosage, or change the brand of rinse aid (see "Before using for the first time - Rinse aid").
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Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution White residue is visible The rinse aid dosage is too low. on dishware and cut‐ Increase the dosage (see "Before using for the first lery, clouding occurs on time - Rinse aid"). glassware;...
Replace the filter and washer, making This filter is available from a Miele deal‐ sure they are sitting correctly. er or Miele Service. Reconnect the water intake valve to...
Frequently asked questions Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If the water has not been pumped away at the end of a program, the drain pump or the non-return valve might be blocked. They are, however, easy to clean. ...
Miele Service Department at the phone Provider using genuine Miele parts. On‐ number on the back of this booklet. ly genuine Miele parts installed by fac‐ tory trained professionals can guaran‐ tee the safety, reliability, and longevity of your Miele appliance.
These and many other useful products and glass protection additives can be ordered via the Miele website or – Phosphate-free - safe for the envi‐ from Miele (see end of this manual for ronment contact details).
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Optional accessories Dishwasher care products Accessories Miele cleaning and care products pro‐ Some accessories may be supplied as vide optimum care for your dishwasher. standard, depending on model. Dishwasher cleaner Cappuccinatore insert – Cleans the dishwasher effectively The Cappuccinatore insert can be used...
Installation Instructions Please refer to the Installation Diagram supplied with these instructions. To comply with IEC sound testing protocols, please contact Miele for additional instructions. Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specification, technical & warranty information.
Technical Service Department: USA: 1-800-999-1360 A damaged power cord must only be CDN: 1-800-565-6435 replaced with a genuine Miele cord by a Miele service technician. Specifications The dishwasher comes equipped with a Grounding instructions 4 ft (1.2 m) powercord with a molded...
Water connection The Miele WaterProof System After connecting the dishwasher to the water supply, check that the wa‐ With proper installation, the Miele Wa‐ ter intake is airtight. terProof System will protect you from water damage. To avoid any damage to the ap‐...
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Water connection Drainage Make sure that there are no kinks in the hose, and that it is not – The machine comes equipped with a squashed or stretched. built-in non-return valve on the dis‐ charge side to prevent waste water from flowing back into the dishwash‐...
Sound emission testing Prerequisites for sound emission tests Load the dishwasher with 16 standard place settings and use the Normal pro‐ gram. Setup for sound emission tests The dishwasher must be set up according to the following specifications. Install the dishwasher into an analyzing unit. ...
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Sound emission testing Push the provided fleece strips (depending on model) under the toe-kick until it is flush with the appliance feet . Push the toe-kick into place in such a way that it is flush with the door front .
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Sound emission testing Remove the protective film from the provided insulating strip (depending on model) . Push the insulating strip into the front top edge of the toe-kick .
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