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- Page 1 Operating and installation instructions for vented tumble dryer PT 7186 Vario en - GB To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed, commissioned and used for the first time.
- Page 2 Gas-heated appliances Safety precautions to take if you smell gas ß Turn off the gas emergency control valve immediately. This is usually located near the gas meter. ß Eliminate all sources of ignition in a safe manner. Do not smoke, light cigarette lighters or matches. ß...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Caring for the environment ......... . 6 Warning and Safety instructions . - Page 4 Contents Cleaning the tumble dryer ......... . . 31 Problem solving guide .
- Page 5 Contents Gas connection ..........52 Connection and conversion .
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Page 6: Caring For The Environment
Caring for the environment Disposing of the packing Energy saving tips material To avoid unnecessarily long drying times and high consumption of energy: The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which – Make sure that your laundry is are environmentally friendly for disposal thoroughly spun before drying. -
Page 7: Warning And Safety Instructions
Warning and Safety instructions increasingly available on the market. If using, 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 It is essential to read these for damage resulting from incorrect or instructions. - Page 8 Warning and Safety instructions The electrical safety of this tumble – the mains fuse is disconnected. dryer can only be guaranteed when This tumble dryer may only be used continuity is complete between it and in mobile installations such as ships, if an effective earthing system which a risk assessment of the installation has complies with current local and national...
- Page 9 Warning and Safety instructions The tumble dryer must only be used – by fitting a window contact switch when it is connected to a suitable which ensures that the tumble dryer ducting system. The installation site can only be operated when the must be adequately ventilated.
- Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions To prevent the risk of fire, the To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried in following must not be dried in this this tumble dryer: tumble dryer: – items which have not been washed. –...
- Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions Benzine, petrol, paraffin or any Important for gas installations: easily flammable liquid must not be Gas operated machines must be stored or used near the tumble dryer. Fire and explosion risk! installed in accordance with Miele's installation instructions and with Do not allow air contaminated with current national safety regulations.
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Page 12: Operating The Tumble Dryer
Operating the tumble dryer Control panel a Display See the following pages for more information. b Short cut buttons (keys) For selecting an individual programme quickly. These buttons can be programmed to select your own favourite drying programmes. c Start button d Optical interface PC This is used by service technicians to run diagnostic checks on your machine, and can also be used to update programming data in the future. -
Page 13: Display
Operating the tumble dryer Display Entry menu Cottons Programme selection ... Minimum iron Settings F ... Woollens handcare 10:00 Smoothing When the tumble dryer is switched on, the entry menu (with four favourite programmes listed) appears with Programme selection highlighted. Multi-function selector Turning the multi-function selector moves the highlighting to the next option. - Page 14 Operating the tumble dryer Programme selection menu Programme Back A selection Cottons Minimum iron Delicates You can use the multi-function selector to select any programme. The highlighting will move up or down depending on the direction the multi-function selector is turned in.
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Page 15: Operating The Tumble Dryer In Laundrette Mode
Operating the tumble dryer Operating the tumble dryer in Laundrette mode The entry menu will vary depending on the Controls setting selected. ^ The dryer is operated either with shortcut keys D, E, F, G or the multi-function selector. WS-shortcut keys, basic Cottons Normal+ Minimum iron... -
Page 16: Notes And Tips On Laundry Care
Notes and tips on laundry care 1. Sort the laundry – New dark-coloured garments should be washed and dried separately Garment care label symbols from light-coloured garments the first few times they are washed, to avoid Drying the risk of colours running and Normal/higher temperature. -
Page 17: Load The Tumble Dryer
Notes and tips on laundry care 2. Load the tumble dryer . . . e.g. Machine iron or Hand iron if the laundry needs further processing Using the tumble dryer after drying, e.g. machine ironing. incorrectly could cause a fire. Read See separate booklet the "Warning and Safety instructions"... -
Page 18: Short Instructions
Short instructions It is very important to read the "Notes and tips on laundry care" section before proceeding. A Sort the laundry B Load the tumble dryer Before closing the door, check that no items are caught in the door opening.This may damage the items. - Page 19 Short instructions C Select a programme Payment system ^ Switch the dryer on by pressing the If your tumble dryer has a payment On/Off K button in. system, the amount of credit required will appear in the display. Programme chart Opening the door or cancelling the –...
- Page 20 Short instructions E Remove the laundry when the Programme duration/Estimated time remaining programme has finished Anti-crease (if selected) and Finish will When a programme is selected, the estimated duration will appear in the appear in the display to indicate that display.
- Page 21 Short instructions ^ Remove everything from the drum. Check that all items have been removed from the drum. If items are left in the dryer, they could be damaged by overdrying when the dryer is next used. The drum lighting will come on when the door is opened.
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Page 22: Selecting A Programme
Selecting a programme Selecting/changing a programme Entry menu Cottons Programme selection ... Minimum iron Settings F ... Woollens handcare 10:00 Smoothing ^ Press shortcut button D. Main menu Cottons Normal Duration 0:50 h Low temp. Timer Y Save Back A ^ By turning the multi-function selector you can then highlight the following options in the display: Programme (Cottons) or the drying level (Normal), and confirm your selection by... - Page 23 Selecting a programme Note: If you do not make a selection in the sub-menu within approx. 20 seconds, the display will revert to the main menu. – Programmes with drying levels Cottons Normal+ Drying levels from Machine iron - Extra dry ^ Use the multi-function selector to select the drying level you want, and confirm your selection.
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Page 24: Low Temperature
Selecting a programme Low temperature Select Low temperature for all delicate or minimum iron fabrics with the r care label (e.g. acrylic garments). – Delicate fabrics are dried at a lower temperature. – The programme duration is longer. ^ Press shortcut button D Low temp. Saving a favourite programme You can programme the shortcut buttons to call up the four most frequently used drying programmes. -
Page 25: Timer
Timer Depending on the Delay start setting, you can use the Timer to set the time you wish a programme to finish or start at, or you can delay the start of the programme. To open the Timer sub-menu Cottons Normal+ Low temp. -
Page 26: Changing The Programme Sequence
Changing the programme sequence Payment system Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started Opening the door or cancelling the programme after it has started, may The laundry, the drum and the cause loss of credit (depending on back of the tumble dryer all become how the tumble dryer was set up*). -
Page 27: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care Cleaning the fluff filter Do not turn the handle on the fluff Fluff from items being dried is collected filter, as this will cause the fluff filter by a two-part cartridge fluff filter in the to come apart (see below). ducting. -
Page 28: Cleaning The Filter Whilst Dry
Cleaning and care Cleaning the filter whilst dry Replacing the filter The fluff filter can be hygienically and If there is a heavy build-up of easily cleaned using a vacuum fluff in filter housing, the filter cleaner. housing should also be cleaned before the clean filter is replaced. -
Page 29: Cleaning The Filter Housing
Cleaning and care Cleaning the filter housing Extra cleaning The filter housing should be – Fan checked from time to time, and The fan behind the filter access panel cleaned when there is a build-up of can become clogged with detergent fluff there. -
Page 30: The Covers In The Door Opening
Cleaning and care – The covers in the door opening Replacing the cover ^ Fit the cover to the left or right hand The covers in the door opening side of the door opening, should only be removed if they ^ then press the cover down until it become severely clogged. -
Page 31: Cleaning The Tumble Dryer
Cleaning and care Cleaning the tumble dryer Disconnect the tumble dryer from the mains electricity supply. Do not use solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners or all-purpose cleaners. These could damage plastic surfaces and other parts. The tumble dryer must never be hosed down. -
Page 32: Problem Solving Guide
Problem solving guide With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of this machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. Repairs to gas appliances may only be carried out qualified gas service technicians (registered with an official gas safety body, e.g. - Page 33 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Technical fault There is a blockage – Clean the fluff filter. F 154 in the ducting system. – Check all possible causes If restart is given under "The drying unsuccessful, process goes on too long or call Service.
- Page 34 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Clean out airways There is a very severe – See above. Clean the fluff filter blockage in the To delete the fault message: Check ducting ducting system. – Confirm with OK. appears after a programme has been cancelled.
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Page 35: An Unsatisfactory Drying Result
Problem solving guide An unsatisfactory drying result Problem Possible cause Remedy The laundry is not The load consisted of – Finish drying using the sufficiently dry. different fabrics. Hot air programme (timed drying). – Next time, select a more suitable programme (see "Programme chart"... -
Page 36: Other Problems
Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The drying You might be asked to Please check all possible process goes on clean the ducting system causes, described below. too long or even again. switches off. The fluff filter is blocked. –... - Page 37 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy There is a build-up of There is more than one – The dryer must only be condensed water in the tumble dryer vented connected to a joint drum. together. ducting system if a non-return flap is in place.
- Page 38 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The programme There is no power to – Is the dryer switched on? does not start and the dryer. – Is the door closed properly? the display is dark. – Has the fuse or circuit breaker tripped? When the power comes back on after a power cut, confirm...
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Page 39: Changing The Lamp
Problem solving guide Changing the lamp Ensure that it is fitted into Disconnect the dryer from the mains position securely, as any moisture electricity supply. could cause a short circuit. A Open the door. The lighting is at the top of the door opening on the right-hand side. -
Page 40: After Sales Service
After sales service Repairs Please note that telephone calls may In the event of any faults which you be monitored and recorded for cannot remedy yourself, or if the tumble training purposes. dryer is under guarantee, please contact – your Miele Dealer –... -
Page 41: Installing The Tumble Dryer
Installing the tumble dryer Front view a Vent ducting d Door b Mains connection cable e Filter access panel c Control panel f Four height adjustable screw feet... -
Page 42: View From The Side
Installing the tumble dryer View from the side View from above Rear view Installation on a raised plinth A range of Miele plinths are available as optional accessories. If the tumble dryer is to be installed on an existing plinth, the dryer must be secured against slipping (see below, under "Installing the tumble dryer"). -
Page 43: Installing The Tumble Dryer
Installing the tumble dryer Installing the tumble dryer Levelling the machine Make sure the dryer door can be Moving the tumble dryer opened without hindrance after installation. ^ Transport the tumble dryer to its installation site. Ensure the tumble dryer is stable The machine must be perfectly during transportation. -
Page 44: Securing The Tumble Dryer Against Slippage
Installing the tumble dryer ^ Loosen the screws (2). ^ The screw feet (1) can be adjusted to compensate for any unevenness in the floor. ^ Turn the screws (2) so that they are tight against the housing. Securing the tumble dryer against slippage The feet of the tumble dryer must be secured with fixing... -
Page 45: Electrical Connection
Installing the tumble dryer Electrical connection Should the connection cable require replacing or changes be necessary in This machine is supplied with a the electrical installation including connection cable without a plug for checking and/or replacing the fuse connection to a suitable connection please make sure this is done by an socket or isolator switch. -
Page 46: Ventilation And Exhaust Ducting
Ventilation and exhaust ducting Ventilation The tumble dryer draws air in from As the air required for drying is the back. For this reason, an drawn from the room in which the appropriate gap must be maintained dryer is installed, the room must be between the back of the dryer and sufficiently ventilated, e.g. -
Page 47: Exhaust Ducting
Ventilation and exhaust ducting Exhaust ducting This dryer is a gas appliance without draught diverter type B22, with a fan after the heating in the exhaust ducting. Installing the exhaust ducting This tumble dryer must be connected to its own dedicated exhaust duct to remove exhaust and vapours to the atmosphere. -
Page 48: To Calculate The Total Duct Length
Ventilation and exhaust ducting To calculate the total duct 4. Refer to Table II for the appropriate duct diameter required. length Table I Friction against the inner walls of the vent ducting will slow down the Component Additio expelled air as it passes through the duct ducting. -
Page 49: Calculation Example
Ventilation and exhaust ducting Exhaust socket dimensions Calculation example Building regulations approval View from above may be required. Contact your local planning authorities for advice. Rear view Wall pipe, with louvred vent = 1 x 3.8 m Additional duct = 3.8 m length B/D 2 Elbows, 90°... -
Page 50: Venting System With Plastic Piping
Ventilation and exhaust ducting Venting system with plastic Venting system with flexible piping ducting The following items are required: The following items are required: – an adapter (supplied) – an adapter (supplied) – suitable plastic piping and – flexible ducting hose (optional connecting pieces, available from accessory). -
Page 51: Venting More Than One Dryer Via The Same Venting System
Ventilation and exhaust ducting Venting more than one dryer via the same venting system When installing 3 to max. 5 dryers, pipe diameter D must be increased. Building regulations approval Number Magnification factor for the pipe of dryers diameter from Table II may be required. -
Page 52: Gas Connection
Gas connection Connection and conversion Conversion to another type of gas This appliance is supplied with Conversion work to this dryer an ISO 7-1 compliant gas must only be carried out by connection point. authorised persons. An appropriate rigid isolating valve and pressure test point must be Please observe the instructions provided on site. -
Page 53: The Following Should Then Be Carried Out In The Given Order When Commissioning Or Converting The Tumble Dryer
Gas connection The following should then be carried Please also quote the country in which the dryer is being used. out in the given order when commissioning or converting the tumble dryer: Set the injector pressure on the gas Check that all points listed under regulator on the appliance (see "Settings for natural / liqud gas"... -
Page 54: Charts
Gas connection Charts Required flow rate Nominal rating Hi Flow rate Natural gas E (H) 8 kW 0.847 m Natural gas LL 8 kW 0.985 m Liquid gas 7.5 kW 0.571 kg/h Load rating The following load ratings apply to the different types of gas: (Gas values: Temperature 15°C;... -
Page 55: Technical Data
Technical data Height 1,020 mm Width 700 mm Depth 763 mm Depth with door open 1,248 mm Weight 78 kg Drum volume 180 l Maximum capacity 8 kg dry weight Length of connection cable 1,600 mm Voltage Connected load Fuse rating See data plate Lamp wattage Test certificates awarded... - Page 56 Alteration rights reserved/5009 M.-Nr. 07 756 481 / 00...
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