Miele Washing Machine Manual

Initial commissioning

Before using the washing machine for the first time, ensure that it is correctly installed and connected. Please read the separate Operating Instructions supplied with the appliance.
For safety reasons, spinning is not possible until the machine has been prepared for use for the first time. To activate the spinning function, you must run a wash program without laundry and without detergent.
Using detergent could result in an excessive build-up of foam!
The ball valve is activated at the same time. The ball valve prevents detergent escaping from the suds container into the sump during a wash program, thus making maximum use of the detergent.

Running the first program

• Ensure water supply in turned on.
• Turn the program selector to Normal.
  The washing machine is now switched on and the temperature hot+ lights up on the control panel.
• Touch the Start/Stop sensor button. The program starts and the symbol lights up on the control panel.

At the end of the program
The symbol lights up on the control panel, appears on the time display, and the drum occasionally rotates.

• Touch the Start/Stop sensor button. The door will be unlocked.
• Reach under the recessed grip and pull the door open.
  Note: Leave the door slightly open to allow the drum to dry.
• When the program has ended, turn the program selector to .

Operation

1. Control panel
2. Sensor buttons – temperature
   for selecting the wash temperature.
3. Sensor buttons – spin speed
   for selecting the spin speed.
4. Sensor buttons – extra options
   for the various extra options that can be added to the wash programs.
5. Indicator lights
   = Water intake or drain fault
   = Excess detergent used
   = Hygiene info
   = Flashes: Laundry can be added
   Lights up: Door is locked
6. CapDosing sensor buttons
   = Fabric care (e.g. fabric softener, proofing agent)
   = Additives (e.g. detergent enhancers)
   = Detergent (for the main wash only)
7. Time display
   After the program has started, the program duration will appear in the display in hours and minutes.
8. Sensor buttons
   for the Delay start function
9. Start/Stop sensor button
   Touching the Start/Stop sensor button starts the selected program or cancels a program that has already started. The sensor button flashes slowly as soon as it is possible for a program to be started and then lights up constantly after the program has started.
10. Optical interface
    for service technicians
11. Program selector
    for selecting programs and for switching off. The washing machine is switched on when you select a program, and switched off by turning the program selector to the position.

Environmentally friendly washing

• To get the most out of your machine, load the maximum dry load for the program you are using.
• When smaller amounts of laundry are washed, the automatic load recognition system will reduce the amount of water and energy used.
• Use the Express program for smaller, lightly soiled loads.
• Modern detergents make it possible to wash at lower temperatures (e.g. 20°C). Using the corresponding temperature settings will save energy.
• Use the correct amount of detergent in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Reduce the amount of detergent with smaller loads (approx. 1/3 less than the amount recommended can be used when washing a half load).
• Select the highest possible spin speed for the wash program to save energy in the subsequent tumble dryer cycle.

Washing

1. Detergent dispenser drawer
2. Control panel
3. Drain filters
4. Door

1. Preparing the laundry
   • Empty all pockets.
     
     Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to garments and components in the machine.
   • Sort the laundry by color and by care label. Most garments have a textile care label in the collar or side seam.
   • Pre-treat stains and badly soiled areas (see the booklet "Miele's guide to laundry care").
2. Loading the washing machine
   Check the drum for pets or foreign objects before loading it with laundry.
   Opening the door
   
   • Take hold of the door and pull it open.
   • Loosely load the laundry in the drum.

Closing the door

• Make sure that no items are caught between the door and the seal.
  
• Shut the door.
  

3. Selecting a program
   The washing machine is switched on by turning the program selector to a wash program.
   Program selection
   • Turn the program selector to the required program.
     
     The estimated wash time is shown on the time display and the pre-set temperature and spin speed light up on the control panel.

Selecting a temperature and spin speed
The wash program's pre-set temperature and spin speed light up brightly. The choice of temperatures and spin speeds selectable for the wash program light up dimly.

• Touch the sensor button for the temperature desired. It will then light up brightly.
• Touch the sensor button for the spin speed desired. It will then light up brightly.

Selecting extra options
The selection of extra options available for the wash program lights up dimly.

• Touch the sensor button for the required extra option. It will then light up brightly.

Tip: You can select multiple extra options for a wash program.

4. Adding detergent
   There are several options for adding detergent to the washing machine.
   Detergent dispenser drawer
   This washing machine requires high-efficiency detergent
   
   • Pull out the detergent drawer and add detergent to the compartments.
     Chlorine bleach for removing stains or liquid detergent for the pre-wash
     Detergent for the main wash, including Soak if selected
     Fabric softener, liquid starch, or caps

Using chlorine bleach
Chlorine bleach is a very aggressive substance. It can cause damage to the colours and fibres of fabrics. Only use chlorine bleach on suitable fabrics.
Chlorination must be activated in the settings before chlorine bleach is first used.
Dispensing chlorine bleach
Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging.
The extra option Pre-wash must not be selected.

• Pour max. 60 ml of chlorine bleach into the chamber.
  The chlorine bleach is added automatically 10 minutes before the end of the main wash.

Using powder detergent
The detergent drawer contains an insert for liquid detergent in the compartment. This insert must be removed to use powder detergent.
Using powder detergent in the compartment is not possible.
CapDosing
Three different types of capsule are available:
Contents:
Fabric care (e.g. fabric softener, proofing agent)
Additives (e.g. detergent enhancers)
Detergent (for the main wash only)
Each cap contains the correct amount for one wash cycle.
Activating CapDosing

• Touch the sensor button for the cap you want to use
  

5. Starting a program
   • Touch the flashing Start/Stop sensor button.
     The door will lock (the symbol will appear on the control panel to show this) and the program will start.
6. Program end
   The time display shows . The symbol will remain lit up on the control panel. The door is locked in the Anti-crease phase.
   • Touch the Start/Stop sensor button.
   • The door unlocks and the symbol on the control panel goes out.
   • Pull open the door.
   • Remove the laundry.
     Check that all items have been removed from the drum!
   • Check the folds in the door seal for any small articles, such as buttons, which might be lodged there.
     
   • Turn the program selector to the position. This switches the washing machine off.
   • If applicable, remove the used cap from the detergent drawer and leave the drawer slightly open.

Delay start

With Delay start, you can delay the start of a program from 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24 hours.
This allows you to make use of night-time economy electricity rates, for example.

Selecting Delay start

• Select the program required.
• Touch the sensor button.
  
• Touch the < or > sensor button repeatedly until the required Delay start time appears on the time display.
  • In the case of settings below 10 hours, the Delay start time changes in increments of 30 minutes
  • In the case of settings above 10 hours, the Delay start time changes in increments of 1 hour
• Touch the flashing Start/Stop sensor button.

The Delay start process starts and counts down on the time display.
Tip: Delay start cannot be selected in the Drain/Spin or Proofing programs.

Extra options

Extra options are selected and deselected using the relevant sensor buttons on the control panel.

Heavy soiling
For laundry that is very heavily soiled. The extended wash duration enhances the stain-removing effect.

Light soiling
For slightly soiled textiles that are not stained. The wash duration is reduced.

Prewash
For laundry with large amounts of dirt, e.g. dust and sand.

Buzzer
A buzzer sounds at the end of the program. The buzzer sounds until the washing machine is switched off. The buzzer volume can be changed.

PROGRAM GUIDE

Temperature	Spin speed	Laundry type
Normal		Full load (17.6 lb/8 kg)
hot+; hot; warm+; warm; cold	max.;	Cotton, linen, and mixed fibre fabrics made of both cotton and linen.
Wrinkle-free		Half load (8.8 lb/4 kg)
hot+; hot; warm+; warm; cold	fast; medium; slow;	Synthetic or mixed fibre fabric, or wrinkle-free cotton.
Delicates		Small load (6.6 lb/3 kg)
hot+; hot; warm+; warm; cold	medium; slow;	For delicate fabrics made from synthetic fibres.
Sanitize		Full load (17.6 lb/8 kg)
Sani	max.; fast;	Cotton or linen fabrics with direct skin contact or for which special hygiene requirements apply.
Handwash		Small load (4.4 lb/2 kg)
warm+; warm; cold	fast; medium; slow;	For delicate fabrics which are only suitable for hand washing.
Dress Shirts		Small load (4.4 lb/2 kg)
hot+; hot; warm+; warm; cold	medium; slow;	Pre-treat collars and cuffs depending on the level of soiling.
Express		Half load (7.7 lb/3.5 kg)
warm+; warm; cold	fast; medium; slow;	Cotton fabrics that have hardly been worn or are only very lightly soiled. Selecting the Lightly soiled extra option will reduce the washing time by 10 minutes.
Darks/Denims		Small load (4.4 lb/2 kg)
warm+; warm; cold	fast; medium; slow;	Black and dark garments made from cotton, mixed fibres, and denim.
Extra White		Full load (17.6 lb/8 kg)
hot+	max.; fast;	For white fabrics made of cotton or linen without special hygiene requirements.
Outdoor		Small load (5.5 lb/2.5 kg)
warm+; warm; cold	medium; slow;	Performance outerwear (e.g. jackets and trousers) made from membrane fabric such as Gore-Tex®, SYMPATEX®, WINDSTOPPER®, etc.
Proofing		Small load (5.5 lb/2.5 kg)
warm+	fast; medium; slow;	Treating microfibre fabric, ski wear, or table linens made from mainly synthetic fibres to provide a finish which is resistant to water and dirt.
Drain/Spin		Full load (17.6 lb/8 kg)
cold	max.; fast; medium; slow;	Drain only: Set spin speed to . Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.

Detergent

Miele recommended detergents
Miele Detergents have been developed by Miele especially for Miele Washing Machines. You can order the Miele Detergents from Miele's online store.

Programs	Miele UltraWhite	Miele UltraColor	Miele Cap	Miele Cap	Miele Cap
Normal	✓	✓	-
Wrinkle-free	-	✓	-
Delicates		✓			-
Sanitize	✓	-	-
Handwash	-	-			-
Dress Shirts	✓	✓	-
Express	-	✓	-		-
Darks/Denims	-	✓	-		-
Extra White	✓	✓	-
Outdoor	-	-		-	-
Proofing	-	-	-		-

✓ = Recommended; – = Not recommended
= Sportswear; = Downs; = Outdoor; = WoolCare; = SilkCare; = Fabric Softener; = Proofing; = Booster

Cleaning and care

Cleaning the detergent dispensing drawer
Washing at low temperatures and the use of liquid detergent can lead to a build-up of bacteria in the detergent dispensing drawer.

• Clean the entire drawer at regular intervals for hygiene reasons, even if you are using the TwinDos system exclusively.
• Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer until a resistance is felt.
  
• Press down the release button and, at the same time, pull the drawer completely out of the machine.

Removing and cleaning the insert for liquid detergents
An insert for liquid detergents is located in the compartment of the detergent dispenser drawer.

• Remove the insert. Clean the insert thoroughly with warm water.
  

Cleaning the compartment
The compartment has a siphon for better dispensing of the chlorine bleach.

• Remove the release catch.
  
• Remove and clean the siphon.
  
• Pull the siphon out of the chamber
  
• Clean all parts and the detergent drawer with warm water.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing

• Use a bottle brush to remove detergent residues and limescale from the jets inside the detergent dispenser drawer housing.

Cleaning the drum (Hygiene info)
Washing at low temperatures and/or using liquid detergent can cause bacteria and unpleasant odours to build up in the washing machine.
Use the Normal 90°C program to clean the machine. This should be done at the latest when the indicator light comes on.

Frequently asked questions

To switch off the fault messages: Switch the washing machine off with the button. The messages will appear at the end of the program and when the washing machine is switched on, and need to be confirmed with the OK sensor button.

Problem/Fault message	Possible cause and solution
The control panel remains dark.	There is no power to the machine. Check whether the plug is plugged in. Check whether the fuse has tripped.
	The washing machine has switched off automatically to save energy. Switch the washing machine on again by turning the program selector.
F and 34 appear alternately on the time display.	The door is not closed properly. The door lock could not engage. Close the door again. Start the program again. If the fault message appears again, contact the Service department.
The fault indicator light lights up, and F and 10 appear alternately on the time display, and the buzzer sounds.	The water inlet is blocked or restricted. Check whether the tap is turned on properly. Check whether the inlet hose is kinked. Check whether there is sufficient water pressure.
	The filter in the water inlet is blocked. Clean the filter (see the Operating Instructions).
The fault indicator light lights up, and F and 11 appear alternately on the time display, and the buzzer sounds.	The drain is blocked or restricted. The drain hose has been fixed too high. Clean the filter and the pump. The maximum drain height is 1 m.
The fault indicator light lights up, F and 138 appear alternately on the time display, and the buzzer sounds.	The water protection system has reacted. The washing machine is switched off. Close the tap. Contact the Service department.
F and XXX appear alternately on the time display and the buzzer sounds.	There is a fault. Disconnect the washing machine from the electricity supply, either by switching it off at the wall socket and withdrawing the plug, or by disconnecting it at the circuit breaker. Wait at least 2 minutes before reconnecting the washing machine to the electricity supply. Then switch the washing machine on again. Restart the program. If the fault message appears again, contact the Service department.
-0- lights up	The program selector was moved to a different position after the program had started. Turn the program selector back to the original position.
The indicator light lights up.	The program has been interrupted. Open the door. Close the door.
	Excessive foam has built up during washing. Use less detergent next time and follow the manufacturer's instructions on dosage given on the packaging.
The indicator light lights up.	A wash program using a temperature above 60°C has not been run for a long period of time. In order to prevent bacteria and unpleasant odours building up in the machine, run the Normal 90°C program using Miele Washing Machine Cleaner or universal powder detergent.
The door cannot be pulled open during a program.	The drum is locked during a program. Touch the Start/Stop button and cancel the program. The program is cancelled, the door will unlock, and you will be able to pull it open.
	There is still water in the drum and the machine is unable to drain. Clean the drain filter and the drain pump (see the Operating Instructions).
After the program is cancelled, flashing bars appear on the time display.	To protect the user against scalding, the door cannot be opened if the suds temperature is higher than 55°C. Wait until the temperature in the drum has decreased and the bars have stopped flashing on the time display.
F and 35 appear alternately on the time display.	The door lock has jammed. Contact the Service department.