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- Page 1 Operating instructions Heat pump tumble dryer It is essential to read these operating instructions before installing and using the appliance. This prevents both personal injury and damage to the appliance. en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 11 495 210...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Caring for the environment ................Warning and Safety instructions ..............Operating the tumble dryer ................17 Control panel ....................... 17 How the control panel works ................18 Before using for the first time ................20 Downtime after installation.................. 20 Energy saving tips ..................... - Page 3 Contents Using a fragrance flacon ..................35 Removing the protective seal from the fragrance flacon........ 35 Inserting the fragrance flacon................. 36 Opening the fragrance flacon ................37 Closing the fragrance flacon ................37 Removing/replacing the fragrance flacon ............38 Cleaning and care ..................... 39 Fluff filters......................
- Page 4 Contents Externally draining condensed water ..............59 Installation conditions requiring a non-return valve ........59 Arranging the drain hose ................60 Examples......................60 Changing the door hinging.................. 62 Changing the hinging over ................62 Refitting ......................67 Electrical connection ..................68 Technical data....................
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Page 5: Caring For The Environment
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposing of your old material appliance The packaging is designed to protect Electrical and electronic appliances the appliance from damage during often contain valuable materials. They transportation. The packaging materials also contain specific materials, used are selected from materials which compounds and components, which are environmentally friendly for disposal... -
Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions
If using dry cleaning kits, do so at your own risk, and follow the instructions provided on the packaging. Any other applications may be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation. - Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it by a person responsible for their safety.
- Page 8 It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the household wiring system tested by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
- Page 9 (e.g. on a ship). Do not make any alterations to the tumble dryer, unless authorised to do so by Miele. Heat pump technology and refrigerant: The heat pump in this tumble dryer uses a gaseous refrigerant. The...
- Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Please observe the instructions in “Installation” and “Technical data”. The plug and socket must be accessible at all times in order to be able to disconnect the tumble dryer from the power supply. Do not block the gap between the bottom of the tumble dryer and the floor with plinth facings, deep pile carpet etc.
- Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Warning: Risk of fire / Flammable materials. To avoid the possible danger of fire, please read these warnings carefully. A clogged filter is a fire hazard! The fluff filter must be cleaned after every programme. ...
- Page 12 Warning and Safety instructions To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried in this tumble dryer: - Items which have not been washed. - Items which have been cleaned using chemicals (e.g. professional dry-cleaning agents). - Items, such as workwear, which have not been thoroughly cleaned and which are still soiled with grease, oil or other desposits (such as cosmetics, lotions etc).
- Page 13 Warning and Safety instructions Oil-affected items can ignite spontaneously, especially when exposed to heat sources such as in a tumble dryer. The items become warm, causing an oxidation reaction in the oil. Oxidation creates heat. If the heat cannot escape, the items can become hot enough to catch fire.
- Page 14 Warning and Safety instructions The tumble dryer must not be used - without the fluff filters in place or with damaged fluff filters. - without the plinth filter in place or with a damaged plinth filter. This would cause an excessive build-up of fluff which in turn would cause a fault.
- Page 15 Warning and Safety instructions Using a fragrance flacon (optional accessory) Only use genuine Miele original fragrance flacons. The fragrance flacon must be stored in its packaging so please make sure you retain this. Caution. The fragrance can run out of the flacon. Make sure that...
- Page 16 Miele cannot accept liability. A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked on top of a Miele washing machine using the appropriate stacking kit (available as an optional accessory). Please make sure you order the correct one for the Miele washing machine and Miele tumble dryer.
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Page 17: Operating The Tumble Dryer
Operating the tumble dryer Control panel a Control panel f Sensors for time selection b Sensors for the drying levels g Start/Add laundry sensor c Indicator lights for programme start and adding light up when necessary laundry d Gentle tumble sensor h Optical interface... -
Page 18: How The Control Panel Works
Operating the tumble dryer Indicator lights How the control panel works - lights up when the condensed water container needs to be emptied. - lights up when the plinth filter needs to be cleaned. - Perfect Dry The Perfect Dry system measures the residual moisture present in the laundry in programmes with... - Page 19 Operating the tumble dryer Time display Drum lighting The remaining programme duration will The lighting helps to ensure that all be displayed in hours and minutes. items are removed from the drum. The drum lighting will go out With most programmes, the duration automatically to save energy.
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Page 20: Before Using For The First Time
Before using for the first time Downtime after installation Damage to the tumble dryer by switching it on too soon. This can damage the heat pump. After setting up the tumble dryer, wait for at least one hour before switching it on. -
Page 21: Energy Saving Tips
Energy saving tips - If possible, make use of time- This dryer with heat-pump technology variable, low-cost electricity tariffs. is designed for energy-saving drying Ask your energy supplier for cycles. You can save even more information. Your tumble dryer's energy with the following measures, Delay start function will be useful as because the drying time is not you can select when during the next... -
Page 22: Notes On Correct Laundry Care
1. Notes on correct laundry care Points to note regarding Risk of fire due to incorrect use washed laundry and operation. The laundry can burn and destroy - When washing very heavily soiled the dryer and the surroundings. items, ensure that you use sufficient See “Warning and Safety detergent and select a high instructions”... -
Page 23: Drying
1. Notes on correct laundry care Care label symbols Drying Useful tip: See the “Programme chart”. Drying It lists all programmes and their Normal/higher temperature maximum load. Reduced temperature* - Always observe the maximum recommended load for each * Select Gentle tumble programme. -
Page 24: Loading The Tumble Dryer
2. Loading the tumble dryer Two positions for inserting a Loading the laundry fragrance flacon Textiles may be damaged. See the section “Fragrance flacon” for Before loading the dryer, read “1. information on how to use fragrance Notes on correct laundry care”. flacons. -
Page 25: Selecting A Programme And Starting It
3. Selecting a programme and starting it Selecting a drying level with a drying Selecting a programme programme The dryer is switched on by selecting a programme, and switched off by turning Cottons, Minimum iron, Delicates, the programme selector to the Shirts, Express, Denim, Bed linen, Pre- position. -
Page 26: Selecting Timed Drying Programmes And Other Programmes
3. Selecting a programme and starting it Selecting timed drying programmes Selecting Gentle tumble and other programmes Delicate fabrics (with the symbol on Warm air the care label, e.g. acrylic garments) are dried at a lower temperature. The You can set the duration in ten-minute programme duration is longer. -
Page 27: Selecting Delay Start
3. Selecting a programme and starting it Altering Delay start Selecting Delay start If you would like to alter the Delay start With Delay start you can delay the function after starting a programme, the start of a programme from function must be cancelled first. - Page 28 3. Selecting a programme and starting it Energy savings Starting a programme After 10 minutes, the indicators dim. Touch the flashing Start/Add laundry The Start/Add laundry sensor flashes sensor. slowly. The Start/Add laundry sensor lights up. Touch the Start/Add laundry sensor Programme sequence to switch the indicators on again (this does not have any effect on a running...
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Page 29: Removing The Laundry At The End Of The Programme
4. Removing the laundry at the end of the programme End of programme/Anti-crease Removing the laundry End of programme: lights up in the Only open the door when the drying time display and the Start/Add laundry process has finished. Otherwise, the sensor goes out. -
Page 30: Programme Chart
Programme chart All weights marked with * are based on the weight of dry laundry. Cottons Max. load 8.0 kg* Items Cotton items such as those described under Cottons Normal with normal residual moisture. Notes Items are dried to a Normal level only. Cottons Max. - Page 31 Programme chart Woollens handcare Max. load 2.0 kg* Items Woollen garments and fabric containing wool blends, e.g. pullovers, cardigans, stockings. Notes - Wool and wool blend items are only fluffed up; they are not dried completely. - Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished. Shirts Max.
- Page 32 Programme chart Pre-ironing Max. load 1 kg* Normal, Hand iron Items - Cotton and linen fabrics. - Minimum iron items made of cotton, synthetic or mixed fibre. For example: cotton trousers, jackets, anoraks, and shirts. Notes - This programme smoothes out creasing caused during the spin cycle in the washing machine.
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Page 33: Changing The Programme Sequence
Changing the programme sequence Changing a programme after it Adding or removing laundry has started You have forgotten an item of laundry, but the programme has already started. It is no longer possible to change the selected programme. This prevents the ... -
Page 34: Condensed Water Container
Condensed water container To prevent water running out, keep it Emptying the condensed water in a horizontal position when carrying container it. Hold the condensed water The condensed water is collected in container by the front panel and at the condensed water container. -
Page 35: Fragrance Flacon
Fragrance flacon FragranceDos – 2 positions for Using a fragrance flacon inserting a fragrance flacon Removing the protective seal from the fragrance flacon Fragrance flacons (optional accessories) can be used to give your Only hold the fragrance flacon as laundry a pleasant scent. illustrated. -
Page 36: Inserting The Fragrance Flacon
Fragrance flacon Inserting the fragrance flacon Open the door of the tumble dryer. The fragrance flacon is inserted in the upper fluff filter. It can be inserted on the left or the right-hand side beside the grip. Insert the fragrance flacon in the opening as far as it will go. -
Page 37: Opening The Fragrance Flacon
Fragrance flacon heat transfer. The fragrance will also be noticeable in the room air during the drying process. Closing the fragrance flacon After drying, the fragrance flacon should be closed to prevent the fragrance from escaping needlessly. Turn the outer ring clockwise a little. -
Page 38: Removing/Replacing The Fragrance Flacon
- Always store in a cool, dry place packaging. away from direct sunlight. Fragrance flacons are available to - When purchasing new fragrance order from Miele or online at flacons, only remove the protective www.miele-shop.com. seal just before use. -
Page 39: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care Fluff filters This tumble dryer has 2 fluff filters in the door opening: The upper and lower fluff filters trap fluff produced during the drying process. Clean the fluff filters after each drying programme. This prevents an extension of the programme duration. -
Page 40: Cleaning The Fluff Filters And Air Flow Openings Thoroughly
Cleaning and care Remove the fluff from the filter Turn the yellow dial on the lower fluff surface of all the fluff filters and the filter in the direction of the arrow (until perforated laundry deflector (see you hear it click). arrows). -
Page 41: Cleaning The Fluff Filters With Water
Cleaning and care Use a vacuum cleaner with a long crevice nozzle attached to remove any visible fluff from the upper air flow openings. Finally, clean the fluff filters with water. Cleaning the fluff filters with water Wipe the smooth plastic surfaces of the fluff filters with a damp cloth to clean them. -
Page 42: Cleaning The Plinth Filter
Cleaning and care Cleaning the plinth filter Clean the plinth filter whenever the indicator light comes on or when the programme duration is longer than usual. To turn the indicator light off: Open and close the door while the dryer is switched on. -
Page 43: Cleaning The Plinth Filter
Cleaning and care Cleaning the plinth filter Fit the plinth filter back on the handle the right way round. Pull the handle out of the plinth filter. Clean the filter thoroughly under running water. Squeeze the plinth filter very carefully several times as you rinse it. -
Page 44: Cleaning The Plinth Filter Flap
Cleaning and care Cleaning the plinth filter flap Cleaning the dryer Disconnect the dryer from the electricity supply. Damage due to the use of unsuitable care products. Unsuitable care products could damage plastic surfaces and other parts. Do not use solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners or all- purpose cleaners. -
Page 45: Problem Solving Guide
With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of the appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be remedied without contacting Miele. This will save you time and money because you won't need a service call. - Page 46 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy and flash again The plinth filter looks clean after thorough cleaning. However, the programme is terminated again and the after a programme cancellation, despite error message appears again. There are probably still thorough cleaning.
- Page 47 Start a programme. cancelled, a signal If the programme terminates again with the same sounds. error message, then there is a fault. Contact Miele. : lights up and the The laundry is unevenly distributed or has rolled up. programme has been ...
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Page 48: Unsatisfactory Drying Results
Problem solving guide Unsatisfactory drying results Problem Possible cause and remedy The laundry is not The load consisted of different types of fabric. sufficiently dry. Finish drying using the Warm air programme. Select a more suitable programme next time. Useful tip: You can alter the drying levels for some programmes. -
Page 49: The Drying Process Takes A Long Time
Problem solving guide The drying process takes a long time. Problem Possible cause and remedy The drying process The room in which the tumble dryer is located is too goes on for too long or warm. even switches off.* Ventilate the room thoroughly. Detergent residues, hair and fine fluff can clog the filters. -
Page 50: Other Problems
Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Possible cause and remedy There are humming The compressor is operating. noises. These noises are quite normal and do not indicate a fault. A programme cannot be There is no obvious cause. started. Connect the tumble dryer to the mains electricity supply ... -
Page 51: Replacing The Plinth Filter
Problem solving guide Deformations Replacing the plinth filter The heat exchanger can clog up. Replace the plinth filter immediately (replacement filters are available as an optional accessory) if you see the following signs of wear before or after cleaning. Poor fit Deformations indicate that the filter has become worn. - Page 52 Problem solving guide Cracks, tears, indentations White residues or residues of other colours Residues arise from laundry fibres and residual detergent components. They can be found on the front and side edges of the plinth filter. In extreme cases, they can form stubborn crusts. Residues are a sign that the filter no longer has a snug fit at the sides, even if it appears to be perfect.
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Page 53: Regenerating The Plinth Filter
Problem solving guide Regenerating the plinth filter Checking the heat exchanger You can regenerate one or more dirty Risk of injury from sharp cooling plinth filters in the washing machine. fins. The plinth filter will be ready for use You could cut yourself. -
Page 54: Service
Optional accessories In the event of any faults which you Optional accessories for this tumble cannot remedy yourself, please contact dryer are available from Miele (see Miele. contact details at the back of these instructions). You can book a Miele customer... -
Page 55: Installation
*INSTALLATION* Installation Front view a Mains connection cable e Heat exchanger access panel – do not open during drying b Control panel f Four height adjustable screw feet c Condensed water container g Cool air intake grille – empty after every drying cycle –... -
Page 56: Rear View
*INSTALLATION* Installation Rear view If the tumble dryer is being transported horizontally, it must only be tipped onto its left or right side. a Protruding lid for holding when If the tumble dryer is being moving the tumble dryer (see transported upright and you are using arrows) a handcart or trolley, you must only... -
Page 57: Installation
*INSTALLATION* Installation Installation Levelling the dryer The appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the tumble dryer, in such a way that a full opening of the tumble dryer door is restricted. -
Page 58: Ventilation
Ensure sufficient ventilation of the room, e.g. by opening a window. The The tumble dryer can also be combined drying time will otherwise take longer with a Miele washing machine in a (higher energy requirement). washer-dryer stack. The appropriate Miele washer-dryer stacking kit is Before moving the tumble dryer required. -
Page 59: Externally Draining Condensed Water
*INSTALLATION* Installation Installation conditions requiring a Externally draining condensed non-return valve water Danger of condensed water Notes backflow. When drying is in progress, Water could flow back into the condensed water is pumped into the tumble dryer or be drawn into it. condensed water container through Backflow water could damage the the drain hose which is located at the... -
Page 60: Arranging The Drain Hose
*INSTALLATION* Installation Arranging the drain hose Examples Drainage into a laundry tub or floor gully Damage to the drain hose through incorrect handling. Use the hose holder to secure the drain hose. The drain hose can suffer damage and leak. Do not pull on the drain hose and do not stretch it or allow it to become kinked. - Page 61 *INSTALLATION* Installation Fit the adapter 1 to the sink drain Direct connection to a sink drain outlet outlet using the nut 2. Use the hose holder, the hose clips The nut is usually fitted with a washer and the non-return valve (available to which must be removed.
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Page 62: Changing The Door Hinging
*INSTALLATION* Installation Hold the door securely and pull it Changing the door hinging forwards: to remove the door you will You can change the door hinging on need to pull the base plate of the this tumble dryer yourself. hinge with its two pins out of the dryer. - Page 63 *INSTALLATION* Installation Turn the door lock through 180°. 3. Remove the lock catch from the door Press the door lock into the openings First take the rubber seal off the door on the opposite side of the door and place this to one side.
- Page 64 *INSTALLATION* Installation 4. Dismantle the door hinge from the door The door hinge cover must be unclipped from position and then removed. Remove the lock catch from the cover. This lock catch cover is no longer needed. However, please keep it in a safe place.
- Page 65 *INSTALLATION* Installation 5. Change the door hinge on the door Useful tip: In some circumstances, the rods can be difficult to dislodge. The door hinge is secured to the door Moving the screwdriver with a levering with 2 angled rods. These rods need action while pulling at the same time to be removed with a screwdriver or may help to work the rods free.
- Page 66 *INSTALLATION* Installation 6. Change the lock catch on the door You now need the new door hinge cover supplied with the tumble dryer. You now need the new lock catch cover supplied with the dryer which you have already fitted with the lock catch.
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Page 67: Refitting
*INSTALLATION* Installation Refitting Now that you have changed the door hinging the door will open from 7. Refit the door the opposite side. Press the rubber seal back into the groove on the door. Push the orange marker round to the other side so that you will see at ... -
Page 68: Electrical Connection
If the connection cable is damaged, it must only be replaced with a specific connection cable of the same type (available from Miele) in order to avoid a hazard. For safety reasons, such replacement may only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent technician or Miele. -
Page 69: Technical Data
Technical data Height 850 mm Width 596 mm Depth 643 mm Depth with door open 1077 mm Suitable for pushing under a worktop Height for pushing under a worktop 850 mm (+8/-2 mm) Width for pushing under a worktop 600 mm Depth for pushing under a worktop 600 mm Suitable for stacking Weight... -
Page 70: Consumption Data
Consumption data Final spin speed of Residual Energy Duration Load the washing moisture machine min. Cottons 1000 1.41 1000 0.78 Cottons Normal 1200 1.25 1400 1.20 1600 1.05 Cottons Normal 1000 1.47 incl. Gentle tumble Cottons Hand iron 1000 1.20 1200 1.05... -
Page 71: Programmable Functions
Programmable functions Choosing and selecting Programming programmable functions You can use the programmable The number of the programmable functions to alter the dryer's function will appear in the display as electronics to suit your requirements. and a number: Programming is carried out by following e.g. - Page 72 Programmable functions Editing and saving the programmable Confirm your selection with the Start/ function Add laundry sensor. You can either switch a programmable The number of the programmable function on or off or select different function, e.g. will light up again. options.
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Page 73: Cottons Drying Levels
Programmable functions Cottons drying levels Cooling temperature You can adjust the drying levels for the The laundry will be cooled to 55 °C Cottons programme to one of 7 before the end of the programme. It different levels. can be cooled to a lower temperature, but this will prolong the cooling phase. -
Page 74: Keypad Tone
Programmable functions Keypad tone Conductivity The tone that sounds when a sensor is This programmable function should pressed can be changed or switched only be altered if the water is so soft off. that it is likely to cause the electronics which sense residual moisture in the ... -
Page 75: Control Panel Standby Status
Programmable functions Control panel standby Memory status You can set the following: The electronics will memorise the drying To save energy, the time display and level and any options selected for the the sensors will go out once the current drying programme. -
Page 76: Buzzer Is Active
Programmable functions Buzzer is active Backlight brightness dimmed The buzzer sounds to let you know the programme has finished. The brightness of the dimmed sensors in the control panel can be set to one Options of 7 different levels. ... - Page 79 Miele Experience Centre South Melbourne: Auckland: 206-210 Coventry Street 8 College Hill South Melbourne, VIC 3205 Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011 Miele Experience Centre and Office Sydney: Miele Experience Centre Wellington: 3 Skyline Place Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086 183 Featherston Street...
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