General Problems - Miele HG05 Operating Instructions Manual

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General problems

Problem
The Optical Interface is
flashing quickly.
The warning buzzer is
sounding.
The indicator light of
the selected program
and the message
tinue with OK will appear
in the display.
The dishwasher does
not start or the Flex-
iTimer stops running.
Detergent residue is left
in the dispenser at the
end of a program.
The dispenser cover
cannot be closed.
The inside of the door
and/or the interior walls
are wet after a program
has finished.
Water remains in the
wash cabinet at the end
of a program.
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Possible cause and solution
The safe mode of the dishwasher was activated.
The following takes place:
– If you do not close the door within four seconds of
the last press of a button at program start
– If the door is open for longer than four seconds
Con- during a program or within the delay start time
 Press the OK and close the door within four sec-
onds.
The dispenser was still damp when detergent was
added.
 Make sure the dispenser is dry before adding de-
tergent.
Detergent residue is blocking the latch.
 Remove the detergent residue.
This is caused by the drying system and does not in-
dicate a fault. The moisture will dissipate after a
while.
Before fixing the fault:
 Turn the dishwasher off with the  button.
The filter system in the wash cabinet is clogged.
 Clean the filter system (see "Cleaning and care -
Filter system").
The drain pump or non-return valve is blocked.
 Clean the drain pump or the non-return valve (see
"Frequently asked questions").
The drain hose is kinked.
 Remove the kink.