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  • Page 1 Operating instructions for washing machines To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en-GB M.-Nr. 11 003 410...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Protective foil and stickers removal ..............18 Miele@home ......................19 1. Set the language ....................20 2. Setting up Miele@home ..................20 3. Set clock format ....................21 4. Remove the transit bars ..................21 5. Commissioning TwinDos ................... 22 6.
  • Page 3 SmartStart ......................62 Detergent ...................... 63 The correct detergent.................... 63 Water softeners ..................... 63 Dispensing aids ..................... 63 Fabric conditioner and liquid starch ..............63 Miele recommended detergents ................65 Recommended detergents in accordance with Directive (EU) Nr. 1015/2010..66...
  • Page 4 Contents Cleaning and care .................... 67 Cleaning the external casing and the control panel ..........67 Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer ............. 67 Cleaning the drum (Hygiene info) ................69 TwinDos maintenance ................... 69 Cleaning the water inlet filter ................. 70 Problem solving guide ..................
  • Page 5 Soak duration .................... 108 Longer Pre-wash Cottons ................ 108 Gentle action .................... 108 Anti-crease .....................  108 Network ....................... 109 Miele@home .................... 109 SmartGrid .......................  110 Remote control.................... 110 RemoteUpdate .................... 111 Installation requirements ..................112 Low water pressure .................. 112 Suds cooling....................

  • Page 6: Caring For The Environment

    / recycling centre for electrical and electronic ap- pliances, or contact your dealer or Miele for advice. You are also respons- ible (by law, depending on country) for deleting any personal data that may be stored on the appliance being disposed of.

  • Page 7: Warning And Safety Instructions

    It must be used only as a domestic appliance to wash items which are specified by the manufacturer as being washable on the wash care label. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from in- correct or improper use or operation.
  • Page 8 Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children  Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the wash- ing machine unless they are constantly supervised.  Children 8 years and older may only use the washing machine un- supervised if they have been shown how to use it safely and recog- nise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
  • Page 9  Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele ori- ginal spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can Miele guaran- tee the safety standards of the machine.  The electrical socket must be easily accessible after installation so that the machine can be disconnected from the electricity supply if necessary.
  • Page 10 This special lamp must only be used for the purpose it is intended for. It is not suitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele au- thorised person or the Miele Service Department.
  • Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use  Do not install the washing machine in a room where there is a risk of frost. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the elec- tronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point.
  • Page 12 If, however, you do wish to descale it, only use a proprietary natural citric acid based descaling agent. Miele recommends using Miele descaling agent which is available to order online at www.miele.co.uk or from Miele. Strictly observe the instructions on the packaging.
  • Page 13  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.

  • Page 14: Operating The Washing Machine

    Operating the washing machine Control panel a Sensor  To go back a level in a menu. b Touch display c Start/Stop sensor Touching the Start/Stop sensor starts the selected programme or cancels a programme that has already been started. The sensor flashes slowly as soon as it is possible for a programme to be started and then lights up constantly after the programme has started.

  • Page 15: Main Menu

     MobileControl turn to the main menu. Values set pre- With MobileControl you can operate your viously are not saved. washing machine remotely with the Miele@mobile app.  11:02  The  Remote control setting must be ...

  • Page 16: Examples On How To Operate The Machine

    Operating the washing machine Extras menu (multiple choice) Examples on how to operate the machine  Extras 11:02  Option lists   Quick Water plus Programme menu (single option list)   11:02 Programmes   Extra rinse Cottons Minimum iron ...
  • Page 17 Operating the washing machine Setting numerical values Pull-down menu You can set numerical values in some The pull-down menu can be used to menus. display information, e.g. about a wash programme. Clock display    Overview 11:02  Temperature Spin speed ...

  • Page 18: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Remove the detergent cart-  Damage resulting from incorrect ridges and the drain hose el- installation and connection. bow from the drum Installing and connecting the wash- ing machine incorrectly will cause Two detergent cartridges for automatic serious property damage.

  • Page 19: Miele@Home

    Store™. In order to use it you need: – a WiFi network – the Miele@mobile App – a Miele user account. The user ac- count can be created via the Miele@mobile App. The Miele@mobile App will guide you as you connect your washing machine to your home WiFi network.

  • Page 20: Set The Language

    6 steps of the initial commissioning process. Skip Continue 1. Set the language  To set up Miele@home now: Touch You will be asked to select the language Continue sensor. you require for the display. It is possible Tip: To postpone setup until later:...

  • Page 21: Set Clock Format

    Before using for the first time 3. Set clock format 4. Remove the transit bars The time of day display can be in 12- or  Damage resulting from failure to 24-h clock format. remove the transit bars.  Select the clock format you want and Failure to remove the transit bars can confirm this with the OK sensor.

  • Page 22: Commissioning Twindos

     Confirm the pre-set value with the OK Settings for compartment  sensor, or change the value. The procedure below describes the pro- UltraPhase 1 cedure for Miele UltraPhase 1 and Miele UltraPhase 2. The procedure for other  Hardness level I 48 ml detergents is similar.
  • Page 23 Before using for the first time  Remove the foil or the stopper from  Push the UltraPhase 1 detergent the detergent cartridge. cartridge into compartment 1 until it locks into position. The following message appears in the display:  Now enter the settings for UltraPhase 2 ...
  • Page 24 Before using for the first time Settings for compartment  The dispensing quantity for UltraPhase 2 is pre-set for  (hard- ness level II). Dosage for comp.  11:02  Push the UltraPhase 2 detergent cartridge into compartment 2 until it  Confirm the pre-set value with the OK locks into position.

  • Page 25: Start The Calibration Programme

    Before using for the first time 6. Start the calibration pro- gramme For optimum water and energy con- sumption and excellent wash results, it is important to calibrate the washing machine. To do this, the Cottons programme must be run without laundry. No other programmes can be started until calibration has been carried out.

  • Page 26: Washing Environmentally And Economically

    – Washing at low temperatures and/or using liquid detergents can cause bacteria and odours to build up in the washing machine. Miele therefore re- commends cleaning the washing ma- chine once every month. The washing machine reminds you to...

  • Page 27: Ecofeedback

    Washing environmentally and economically 2. Actual consumption EcoFeedback You can view information about the en- You can view the actual amount of en- ergy and water consumption of your ergy and water used by a programme washing machine with the pull-down both during and at the end of the pro- menu.

  • Page 28: Prepare The Laundry

    1. Prepare the laundry Tip: Stains (e.g. blood, egg, coffee, tea) can be pre-treated using some handy tricks which can be found in the Miele guide to laundry care.  Damage due to solvent-based cleaning agents Cleaning agents containing benzine, stain remover, etc., can damage...

  • Page 29: Select A Programme

    2. Select a programme Switching on the washing ma- Selecting a programme chine  Touch the Programmes sensor.  Press the  control.  11:02  Programmes The interior drum lighting will come on. Cottons Minimum iron   2:39 1:59 The drum lighting will go out automat- ically after 5 minutes.

  • Page 30: Select Programme Settings

    3. Select programme settings 2. Select the detergent Selecting the temperature When using Miele's 2-phase system You can alter the preset temperature you must set the colour of the laundry. of a wash programme.  Select Whites for loads of white items, ...
  • Page 31 3. Select programme settings Selecting Extras Stains You can supplement the wash pro- In order to clean stained laundry more grammes with extra options. effectively, you can choose from a list of various types of stains. The wash  Touch the Extras sensor.

  • Page 32: Load The Washing Machine

    4. Load the washing machine Open the door Close the door  Reach under the door grip and pull  Make sure that no items are caught the door open. between the door and the seal. Check the drum for pets or foreign objects before loading it with laun- dry.

  • Page 33: Add Detergent

    UltraPhase 1 and UltraPhase 2 clean white and coloured fabrics thoroughly. UltraPhase 1 and UltraPhase 2 single- use cartridges are available to order from Miele, your Miele dealer or via the Miele online shop.  Press the yellow button above the cartridge to release the lock.
  • Page 34 5. Add detergent Level of soiling Using other methods to remove stains The level of soiling in laundry is split into three settings: If you wish to use additional methods of stain removal, you have the following –  Light options: No visible soiling or stains –...

  • Page 35: Detergent Dispenser Drawer

    5. Add detergent Adding fabric conditioner Detergent dispenser drawer Any detergent suitable for automatic front loading washing machines can be used. Please observe the instructions for use and dosage on the detergent packaging. Ensure that TwinDos dispensing is deactivated. Adding detergent ...
  • Page 36 5. Add detergent Tips on dosing Using liquid detergent with a pre- wash Adjust the detergent dosage to the level of soiling of the laundry and the size of Liquid detergent cannot be used for the the load. Reduce the amount of deter- main wash if the pre-wash has been se- gent with smaller loads (e.g.

  • Page 37: Capdosing

    Each capsule contains the correct amount for one wash cycle. Caps are available to order from Miele or from the Miele online shop (see the end of this booklet for contact details).  Capsules pose a health risk.
  • Page 38 5. Add detergent The wash programme will dispense the contents of the capsule at the correct time. Water intake to the  compartment is solely via the capsule. Do not add any additional fabric con- ditioner to the  compartment.  Remove the empty capsule at the end of the programme.

  • Page 39: Start The Programme - The End Of A Programme

    6. Start the programme - the end of a programme  Pull open the door. Starting a programme  Remove the laundry. The programme can be started when the Start/Stop sensor is flashing on and Items left in the drum could discolour off.

  • Page 40: Spinning

    Spinning Final spin speed in the pro- Programme gramme Cottons 1600 Cottons  When a programme is selected, the op- 1600 timum spin speed for this wash pro- Minimum iron 1200 gramme is shown in the display. Delicates A faster spin speed can be selected for QuickPower wash 1600 certain wash programmes.

  • Page 41: Interim Spin

    Spinning Omitting the final spin (Rinse Interim spin hold) There is a spin cycle after the main wash and between the rinses. A reduc- If Rinse hold is selected, the laundry re- tion in the final spin speed will also re- mains in the water following the final duce the interim spin speed as appro- rinse cycle.

  • Page 42: Programme Chart

    Programme chart Cottons cold to 90 °C Max. load 9.0 kg Use for Cotton, linen or mixed fibre fabric, e.g. table linen, towelling, under- wear, T-shirts etc. Notes – The Cottons 60°/40 °C programme has a shorter programme dura- tion, longer temperature holding times and higher energy con- sumption than the Cottons /...
  • Page 43 Programme chart QuickPower wash 60 °C – 40 °C Max. load 5.0 kg Use for Normally soiled garments which are also suitable for washing in the Cottons programme. Note – A special saturation process and wash rhythm ensure that the laundry is cleaned particularly quickly and thoroughly. Automatic plus Cold to 40 °C Max.
  • Page 44 Programme chart Shirts Cold to 60 °C Max. load 1.0 kg/2.0 kg Use for Shirts and blouses made of cotton and mixed fibre. Notes – Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary. – Wash silk shirts and blouses in the Silks  programme. – If the preset Pre-ironing  option is switched off, the maximum load capacity is increased to 2.0 kg.
  • Page 45 Programme chart Outerwear Cold to 40 °C Max. load 2.5 kg Use for Performance outerwear (e.g. jackets and trousers) made from mem- brane fabric such as Gore-Tex®, SYMPATEX®, WINDSTOPPER® etc. Notes – Zip up or close jackets before washing. – Do not use fabric conditioner. –...
  • Page 46 Programme chart Down duvets cold to 60 °C Max. load 2.5 kg 1 down duvet 2.20 m x 2.00 m Use for Quilts, duvets and pillows with feather or down filling. Notes – Remove air from the items before washing to prevent an excessive build-up of foam.
  • Page 47 Programme chart Curtains Cold to 40 °C Max. load 2.0 kg Use for Curtains specified as machine-washable by the manufacturer. – To remove dust, the Pre-wash Extra is selected automatically. – For curtains which crease easily, reduce the spin speed or deselect the spin.
  • Page 48 Programme chart Freshen up Max. load 1.0 kg Use for Dry, clean cotton, linen or mixed fibre garments which are slightly creased. The garments must be suitable for drying in a tumble dryer   and suitable for ironing  . Notes –...
  • Page 49 Cleaning the washing machine will significantly reduce bacteria, mould, and biofilm and prevent the build-up of unpleasant odours. Notes – Optimum results can be achieved by using Miele machine cleaner. Alternatively, a universal powder detergent can be used. – Dispense the washing machine cleaner or universal detergent dir- ectly in the drum.

  • Page 50: Extra Options

    Extra options You can use the extra options buttons SingleWash to augment the wash programmes. For efficiently washing a very small load (< 1 kg) in a normal wash programme. Quick The wash duration is reduced. The programme duration is reduced. Please note the following advice: Mechanical action and energy usage are increased.

  • Page 51: Soak

    Extra options Soak Extra quiet For heavily soiled and stained items This option reduces noise levels during with protein stains. the wash programme. Use this if you want to wash during quiet periods (for A duration of between 30 minutes and 6 instance when children are sleeping).

  • Page 52: Wash Programme Chart - Extras

    Wash programme chart - Extras Extra Quick Water plus SingleWash rinse Cottons Cottons  – Minimum iron Delicates  QuickPowerWash – – – Automatic plus Woollens  – – – – Silks  – – – –  Express 20 –...
  • Page 53 Wash programme chart - Extras Pre-iron- Aller- Extra Extra Rinse Pre-wash Soak Intensive goWash gentle quiet hold – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –...

  • Page 54: Programme Sequence

    Programme sequence Main wash Rinses Spinning Water Wash Water Rinses level rhythm level 1)2)3)     Cottons 2)3) Cottons      2)3)     Minimum iron 2)3)     Delicates  ...
  • Page 55 Programme sequence Special features in the pro-  = low water level gramme sequence  = medium water level Anti-crease:  = high water level at the end of the programme the drum  = intensive rhythm continues to turn at intervals for up to 30 minutes to help prevent creasing.

  • Page 56: Powerwash 2.0

    PowerWash 2.0 lower than 600 rpm. PowerWash 2.0, a washing technique – CapDosing (, ) has not been se- developed by Miele, is activated in the lected for the main wash. following programmes with small and medium-sized loads: With some options (e.g. Pre-wash, –...

  • Page 57: Changing The Programme Sequence

    Changing the programme sequence Cancelling a programme Changing a programme You can cancel a wash programme at After the successful start of a pro- any time after it has started. gramme it is no longer possible to change the programme. ...

  • Page 58: Garment Care Label Symbols

    Garment care label symbols Drying Washing The number of dots indicates the dry- The figure quoted in the bucket is the ing temperature maximum temperature the garment can be washed at. The number of  Normal temperature bars under the symbol indicates the ...

  • Page 59: Favourite Programmes

    Favourite programmes To create a favourite pro- To enter a name gramme It is best to select short, memorable names. You can save your own customised wash programmes under names of your  Touch the letters or characters you choice. want.

  • Page 60: Washing Assistant

    Washing assistant The wash assistant helps you with loads consisting of items with different care instructions. The washing machine will use the list of items to put together a suitable wash programme.  Scroll to the second page in the main menu.

  • Page 61: Timer

    Timer The Timer can be used to set the time Deleting the timer you wish a programme to finish or start The selected time for the timer can be at. The programme start can be delayed changed before the programme starts. by up to 24 hours.

  • Page 62: Smartstart

    Timer Setting the timeframe SmartStart If you have activated the SmartGrid The SmartStart function lets you function in Settings, SmartStart by define a period of time during which will appear in the display SmartFinish by your washing machine will start auto- instead of Start at Finish at...

  • Page 63: Detergent

    Detergent The correct detergent Dispensing aids All detergents produced for automatic Use dispensing aids, (e.g. balls) if these washing machines are suitable. Follow are supplied with the detergent, particu- the manufacturer's instructions and larly when using liquid detergent. dosage recommendations on the pack- Refill packs of detergent aging.
  • Page 64 Detergent TwinDos dispensing Adding fabric conditioner or li- quid starch separately One of the automatic dispensing con- tainers must be filled with fabric condi- Prepare the starch in accordance with tioner. the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging.  Select the programme.

  • Page 65: Miele Recommended Detergents

    Detergent Miele recommended detergents Miele detergents and care products have been specially designed for Miele wash- ing machines. They are available to order via the internet at www.miele.co.uk or from Miele. Miele Miele Miele Miele Cap  Cap  Cap ...

  • Page 66: Recommended Detergents In Accordance With Directive (Eu) Nr. 1015/2010

    Detergent Recommended detergents in accordance with Directive (EU) Nr. 1015/2010 The recommendations apply to the temperature ranges given in the Programme chart. Universal Coloureds Delicates and Specialist woollens detergent Cottons   – –  Minimum iron – – – ...

  • Page 67: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the external casing Cleaning the detergent dis- and the control panel penser drawer  Washing at low temperatures and the Risk of electric shock! use of liquid detergent can lead to a Mains voltage is present when the build-up of bacteria in the detergent washing machine is switched off dispenser drawer.
  • Page 68 Cleaning and care Cleaning the siphon and the / compartment channel Liquid starch results in clogging. If clogged, the siphon in the / compartment will not work and the compartment can overflow. Clean the siphon particularly thor- oughly after using liquid starch a few times.

  • Page 69: Cleaning The Drum (Hygiene Info)

    To clean the system, you either need a “TwinDosCare” cleaning cartridge (only available in selected countries) or an empty TwinDos container. Both are available from the Miele online shop. The washing machine has a cleaning programme for the TwinDos system. Running the cleaning programme will clean the hoses inside the washing ma- chine.

  • Page 70: Cleaning The Water Inlet Filter

    Cleaning and care  First turn off the stopcock. Cleaning the water inlet filter  Unscrew the inlet hose from the stop- The washing machine has a filter to pro- cock. tect the water inlet valve. The access- ible filter in the union at the open end of the inlet hose should be checked every six months or so, or more often if there are frequent interruptions to the water...

  • Page 71: Problem Solving Guide

    The door is not closed properly. The door lock could in the display: not engage.  The door will not lock. Call  Close the door again. Service.  Start the programme again. If the fault message appears again, contact Miele.

  • Page 72: Fault Message After A Programme Has Been Interrupted

     Wait at least 2 minutes before reconnecting the washing machine to the mains electricity supply.  Then switch the washing machine on again.  Restart the programme. If the fault message appears again, contact Miele. The water protection system has reacted.  Waterproof system ...

  • Page 73: Fault Message At The End Of A Programme

    "Clean ma- chine" programme. building up in the washing machine, run the Main- tenance wash programme using Miele machine cleaner or a universal powder detergent. The messages will appear at the end of the programme and when the washing...
  • Page 74  Remove the fluff with your finger. Do not use any sharp or pointed tools to do this.  Restart the programme after cleaning. If the fault message appears again, contact Miele. The washing machine can still be used but with re- duced functionality.

  • Page 75: Messages Or Faults With The Twindos System

    Problem solving guide Messages or faults with the TwinDos system Problem Cause and remedy The detergent in the cartridge is running low. There is  Only a few more sufficient left for approx. 4 to 8 wash programmes. washes are possible ...

  • Page 76: Problems With Twindos

     Touch the sensor before running the next TwinDos dispensed. programme. Automatic dispensing will be activated. No detergent/fabric softener was dispensed although automatic dispensing was activated.  Try again.  If detergent is still not dispensed, call Miele.

  • Page 77: General Problems With The Washing Machine

     In order to prevent bacteria and unpleasant odours building up in the washing machine, run the Main- tenance wash programme using Miele machine cleaner or a universal powder detergent. The door and the detergent dispenser drawer were left open after washing.
  • Page 78 Problem solving guide General problems with the washing machine Problem Cause and remedy Large amounts of deter- The water pressure is too low. gent residue remain in  Clean the water inlet filter. the detergent dispenser  It may be useful to select the Water plus extra op- drawer.
  • Page 79 Problem solving guide General problems with the washing machine Problem Cause and remedy The display is dark. The display has switched off automatically to save energy (Standby mode).  Press a button. Standby comes to an end. Steam comes out of the This is not a fault.

  • Page 80: An Unsatisfactory Wash Result

    They do not remove fruit, coffee and tea result. stains.  Use the Miele 2 Phase System. The targeted addi- tion of UltraPhase 2 during the wash process re- moves stains effectively.  Use a general purpose powder detergent contain- ing a bleaching agent.

  • Page 81: The Door Will Not Open

    Problem solving guide The door will not open Problem Cause and remedy The door cannot be The door is locked during a programme. pulled open during a  Touch the Start/Stop sensor to cancel the pro- programme. gramme. The programme is cancelled, the door will unlock and you will be able to pull it open.

  • Page 82: Opening The Door In The Event Of A Blocked Drain Outlet And/Or Power Cut

    Problem solving guide Draining the washing machine Opening the door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/ Remove the drain filter, though not or power cut completely.  Switch off the washing machine.  Place a suitable container under the access panel, e.g.
  • Page 83 Problem solving guide Open the door  Danger of injury due to rotating drum! Reaching into a moving drum is ex- tremely dangerous. Always make sure that the drum is stationary before reaching in to re- move laundry.  Clean the drain filters thoroughly. ...

  • Page 84: Service

    Optional spare parts and accessories cannot remedy yourself, please contact for this washing machine are available your Miele Dealer or Miele Service. from your Miele Dealer, the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet at Contact information for Miele Service www.miele.co.uk.

  • Page 85: Installation And Connection

    Installation and connection Front view a Inlet hose with Waterproof system f Door b Mains connection cable g Access to filters, pumps and emer- gency release c Flexible drain hose (with detachable h Access panel for TwinDos cartridges swivel elbow) d Control panel i Four height-adjustable feet e Detergent dispenser drawer...

  • Page 86: Rear View

    Installation and connection Rear view a Drain hose e Inlet hose with Waterproof system b Transport clips for inlet and drain f Safety caps for transit bars hoses and mains connection cable g Transport clips for inlet and drain c Mains connection cable hoses and for storing transit bars when not in use d Protruding lid for holding when mov-...

  • Page 87: Installation Surface

    2. then use a screwdriver to release the Secure the washing machine using a catches at the top and bottom. clamp/fastening bracket (MTS floor mounting kit – available from your Miele dealer or Miele spare parts de- partment).
  • Page 88 Installation and connection  Using the spanner supplied, turn the  Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°, left-hand transit bar 90°, then then  withdraw the transit bar.  withdraw the transit bar.

  • Page 89: Re-Fitting The Transit Bars

    Installation and connection  Risk of injury from sharp edges. There is a risk of injury from reaching into holes that are not covered. Cover the holes for the transit bars after they have been removed.  Secure the transit bars to the back of the washing machine.

  • Page 90: Levelling The Machine

    Installation and connection Levelling the machine The washing machine must stand per- fectly level on all four feet to ensure safe and proper operation. Incorrect installation may increase elec- tricity and water consumption and may cause the machine to move about. Screwing out and adjusting the feet The four adjustable screw feet are used for levelling the washing machine.

  • Page 91: Installing Under A Continuous Worktop

    Installation and connection Installing under a continuous work- Washer-dryer stack The washing machine can be combined with a Miele tumble dryer in a washer-  Risk of electric shock due to ex- dryer stack. The appropriate “WTV” posed cables stacking kit* to match your dryer is re- There is a risk of coming into contact quired.

  • Page 92: The Water Protection System

    Inlet hose The water protection system – The casing on the inlet hose contains The Miele water protection system pro- two solenoid valves , which cut off tects all parts of the washing machine the water intake directly at the stop- from water damage.
  • Page 93 Installation and connection The electronic unit  and drainage and overflow protection – Drainage protection Any leaking water is collected in the sump  in the base of the machine. A float switch  closes the solenoid valves , preventing any more water from flowing into the machine and water in the suds container is pumped away.

  • Page 94: Connection To The Water Supply

    Installation and connection The washing machine should be con- Connection to the water supply nected to a mains water supply in ac-  Risk of electric shock! cordance with current local and national safety regulations. The German author- There are electrical wires in the water ities do not require it to have a non-re- inlet hose.
  • Page 95 This filter must not be removed. Hose extension A 1.5 metre long (metal) extension hose is available from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department as an optional extra. This hose is tested to withstand pres-...

  • Page 96: Water Drainage

    If required, the hose can be extended to a length of up to 5 m. Accessories are available from Miele or from your Miele dealer. For a delivery head of more than 1 m (up to a max. of 1.8 m) a replacement drain pump will need to be fitted.

  • Page 97: 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). For safety reas- ons, such replacement may only be carried out by a qualified technician or Miele Service.

  • Page 98: Technical Data

    Technical data Height 850 mm Width 596 mm Depth 636 mm Depth with door open 1054 mm Height for building under 850 mm Width for building under 600 mm Weight Approx. 100 kg Capacity 9 kg dry laundry Voltage See data plate Connected load See data plate Fuse rating...

  • Page 99: Conformity Declaration

    Technical data Conformity declaration Miele hereby declares that this washing machine complies with Directive 2014/53/ The complete text of the EU declaration of conformity is available from one of the following internet addresses: – Products, Download from www.miele.co.uk – For service, information, operating instructions etc: go to www.miele.co.uk/do- mestic/customer-information-385.htm and enter the name of the product or the...

  • Page 100: Data Sheet Household Washing Machines

    Technical data Data sheet household washing machines In acc. with delegated regulation (EU) No. 1061/2010 MIELE Model name/identifier WCR 890 WPS 9,0 kg Rated capacity Energy efficiency class A+++ (most efficient) to D (least efficient) A+++ 130 kWh/year Annual energy consumption (AE Energy consumption of the standard “60°C cotton programme”...
  • Page 101 Technical data Based on 220 standard washing cycles for cotton programmes at 60 °C and 40 °C at full and partial load. Actual water consumption will depend on how the appliance is used. Attained for the standard “60 °C cotton programme” at full load or the standard “40 °C cotton pro- gramme”...
  • Page 102 Consumption data Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration Residual in kWh in l moisture Cottons 90 °C 2.60 2:29 60 °C 1.45 2:29 60 °C 1.10 2:19 * 0.74 2:59 * 0.55 2:59 40 °C 1.20 2:39 * 0.35 2:59 20 °C 0.45 2:39 Minimum iron 30 °C 0.60 1:59...

  • Page 103: Note For Test Institutes

    Consumption data Note for test institutes Test programme in accordance with EN 60456 and energy label with Directive 1061/2010 Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given depending on water pressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room temperature, type and volume of load, fluctuations in the electricity supply and any extras selected.

  • Page 104: Settings

    Settings Changing a setting You can use the settings to alter the washing machine's electronics to suit  Change the value displayed and con- changing requirements. firm with OK. The settings can be altered at any time.  Touch an option to select it. Accessing the settings menu An option which is selected will be highlighted orange.

  • Page 105: Controls / Display

    In this setting you can check the If wished, you can set a different saved energy and water consumption three-digit code. values and enter the energy cost. If you forget the code, only Miele Options Technical Service can unlock the washing machine. –...

  • Page 106: Memory

    Settings Memory Display brightness The washing machine will save the The brightness of the display can be last settings (temperature, spin speed altered. and some of the Extras) selected for a It can be set to one of 7 different set- programme after the programme has tings.

  • Page 107: Programme Sequence

    Heavy leted. The Factory default setting is: Normal The following agents can be used: Water plus level – Miele UltraPhase 1 – Miele UltraPhase 2 There are four different water levels which can be selected for the Water – Universal detergent plus Extra.

  • Page 108: Maximum Rinse Level

    Settings Maximum rinse level Gentle action The water level in the rinses can be With gentle action activated, drum permanently set to the highest value. agitation is reduced. In this way, lightly soiled items can be washed more This function is important for allergy gently.

  • Page 109: Network

    – The WiFi connection will be reset to The WiFi function is reactivated. the factory setting. Deactivate Miele@home is no longer set up. A new (visible if Miele@home is activated) connection setup has to be carried out in order to use the Miele@home setting Miele@home remains set up, the WiFi again.

  • Page 110: Smartgrid

    This function can be used for starting Once the Miele@mobile app has been your washing machine automatically installed on your mobile device, you at a time when your energy supplier's can check the status of your washing energy costs are most economical.

  • Page 111: Remoteupdate

    RemoteUpdate. Other- connected to a WLAN network and you wise, the RemoteUpdate will be have an account in the Miele@mobile aborted and will not be installed. app. The washing machine must be re- gistered with your account in the app.

  • Page 112: Installation Requirements

    Temperature reduction Installation requirements At high altitudes water has a lower Low water pressure boiling point. Miele recommends ac- If the water pressure is below 100 kPa tivating the reduced temperature set- (1 bar), the programme will be can- ting at altitudes of 2000 m or above to celled and a fault message will appear.

  • Page 113: Optional Accessories

    – Multi-purpose powder detergent this washing machine. All the products – For white and light-coloured laundry have been designed for Miele washing as well as heavily soiled cotton items machines. – Effective stain removal even at low...

  • Page 114: Specialist Detergents

    Optional accessories WoolCare Specialist detergents – Liquid detergent for woollens and Specialist detergents are available as delicates capsules  in convenient single dose amounts or in a handy bottle. – Includes a special wheat protein con- ditioning formula Outerwear – Helps prevent felting –...

  • Page 115: Additive

    Optional accessories Descaling agent Additive – removes heavy limescale deposits Booster – Mild and gentle with natural citric – For removing stains acid – For white and coloured laundry Water softener tablets – Available as capsules  in conveni- – Reduces the amount of detergent ent single dose amounts needed for hard water Machine care...
  • Page 119 Tel: +65 6735 1191 Fax. +971 4 3418 852 Fax: 011-46 900 001 Fax: +65 6735 1161 800-MIELE (64353) E-mail: customercare@miele.in E-Mail: info@miele.com.sg E-Mail: info@miele.ae Internet: www.miele.in Internet: www.miele.sg Website: www.miele.ae Manufacturer: Miele & Cie. KG, Carl-Miele-Straße 29, 33332 Gütersloh, Germany...
  • Page 120 WCR 890 WPS en-GB M.-Nr. 11 003 410 / 00...

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