Cleaning And Care; Cleaning The Lint Filter; Dryer - Miele PT 8507 Operating And Installation Instructions

Cleaning and Care

Cleaning the lint filter

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Clean the lint filter at least once a day and
when the "Clean lint filter" display shows. A clog-
ged filter is a fire hazard!
^ Open the lint filter flap.
^ Do not remove the lint filter.
^ Wipe the lint off the filter with your hand (do not use
any sharp objects). Scoop out the lint and be care-
ful not to damage the filter.
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Do not use the machine without the built-in fil-
ter in place.
This is a fire hazard.
If the lint filter is damaged it must be replaced im-
mediately.
A build-up of lint could block the airflow, heating
and ventilation, and may impair the efficiency of
the machine.
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Dryer

Before cleaning or servicing, disconnect the dryer
from the power supply by shutting off the power main
or tripping the circuit breaker.
With gas-heated dryers, the manual gas shut-off val-
ve and the shut-off device at the gas meter must be
closed; with steam-heated dryers the steam shut-off
valve must be closed.
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Do not use a high pressure cleaner or water jet
to clean the machine.
^ Use a mild solution of warm water and liquid dish
soap applied with a soft cloth to clean the housing,
the control panel and the plastic parts, then dry
with a soft cloth.
^ After drying starched laundry, clean the drum with
a soft, moist cloth.
Never use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, steel
wool or caustic cleaners. They will damage the
surface.
Check the gasket and lock of the drum door and the
lint filter flap.
The air intake opening is located on the back of the
dryer. Never block this opening. Do not cover the dry-
er top with any blankets or cloths.
Keep the area surrounding the dryer, especially
around the air intake opening, clear of lint to ensure
clean air intake. Lint will settle in the dryer and cause
malfunctions.
Check and clean once a year
– Heat coils and heat duct (for electric heated dry-
ers), burner and the burner compartment (for gas
heated dryers),
– The complete dryer interior
– The impeller of the exhaust vent
– The vent duct and air outlet to the outside
^ Clean any lint away with a vacuum.
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The machine needs timely and professional
maintenance to prevent operation power loss, mal-
functions and danger of fire.
Contact Miele's Technical Service Department for
maintenance work.