Miele W 916 Operating Instructions Manual page 29

What to do if . . . ?
What to do if
. . . In spite of adequate
water supply the water flows
slowly into the machine?
. . . Large residues of deter-
gent remain in the dispenser
drawer?
. . Fabric conditioner is not
completely dispensed or
water remains in the p com-
partment?
. . . Excessive build-up of
foam?
. . . Lime deposits appear
on the drum surface?
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Cause . . .
The filter in the water inlet
system is blocked.
The water supply pressure is
too low.
Washing powder used with
water softener tends to
become sticky.
The dispenser drawer was not
pushed right in when the
fabric conditioner was being
flushed in.
The siphon tube is either
incorrectly positioned or
clogged.
Use only a suitable low-lather
detergent at the appropriate
temperature.
Not enough detergent has
been used.
Problem solving guide
Remedy . . .
– Clean the water inlet filter.
– Clean the filter in the water
inlet system.
– It may be useful to select
"Water plus".
– Pour washing powder into
the dispenser before adding
any water softener.
– Clean the siphon tube.
– Follow recommendations on
the packet.
– Take the water hardness
level into account.
– Use less detergent for lightly
soiled or small loads.
– Use a descaling agentwhich
must be stated by the
manufacturer to be suitable
for use in washing machines.
– Use the correct amount of
detergent to cope with the
water hardness.
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