Possible Reasons For Increased Levels Of Foaming; Large Items Stretched; To Continue A Programme After An Interruption To The Power Supply - Miele PWM 514 Operating And Installation Instructions

Possible reasons for increased levels of foaming

Problem
Excessive foaming during
the wash cycle.

Large items stretched

Problem
Stretching of large items
during spinning

To continue a programme after an interruption to the power supply

If a running programme is interrupted, e.g. by a power cut, the programme can be contin-
ued when power is restored.
Switch on the washing machine with the  button.
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Then press "START".
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The programme will then continue with the next programme stage.
Cause and remedy
You are using an unsuitable detergent.
Only use detergent formulated for use in commercial
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washing machines. Domestic laundry detergent is not
suitable.
You are using too much detergent.
Dispense detergent following the instructions on the
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packaging and in accordance with local water hardness
levels.
You are using very soft water.
In areas with water hardness level 1, add less detergent
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in accordance with the detergent manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
The items of laundry are only slightly soiled.
For lightly soiled laundry, add less detergent in accord-
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ance with the detergent manufacturer's instructions.
There are residues in the laundry (e.g. from detergent).
Additionally, pre-rinse the laundry without setting a tem-
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perature and using detergent.
The load size is too small.
Reduce the amount of detergent.
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The drum speed is too high during the wash cycle.
Reduce the drum speed and wash rhythm.
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Cause and remedy
Large items can get stretched during spinning.
This can mostly be prevented by reprogramming. Con-
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tact the Miele Customer Service Department.
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