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Operating Instructions
Dishwashers
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions
before installation or use.
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HG07-W
M.-Nr. 12 783 850

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Dishwashers To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. en-US HG07-W M.-Nr. 12 783 850...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Closing the door ......................25 Miele@home (depending on model) ................26 Basic settings........................27 Setting the language ....................27 Setting up Miele@home (depending on model) ..........27 Setting the time ......................28 Setting the water hardness ..................28 Activating AutoDos....................29 Reactivation salt ......................
  • Page 4 Contents SmartStart (depending on the model) ................ 43 EcoStart ........................... 43 Temperature ........................45 Display brightness......................45 Volume ..........................45 Memory ........................... 46 Refill indicators ....................... 46 AutoOpen ........................46 2nd interim rinse ......................47 Knock2open ........................47 BrilliantLight ........................47 SaniWash Cycle......................
  • Page 5 Contents Selecting a program ....................... 75 Display of program duration ..................76 Starting a program ......................76 End of the program......................77 Energy management ...................... 77 Turning off the dishwasher.................... 78 Unloading the dishwasher .................... 78 Interrupting a program....................79 Canceling or changing a program.................
  • Page 6 Contents Appliance warranty and product registration ............. 117 Optional accessories....................118 Installation........................120 Water inlet ........................120 Water drainage........................ 122 Sound emission testing ....................125...

  • Page 7: Appropriate Use

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non- compliance with these instructions. Keep the installation sheet and the operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner.

  • Page 8: Technical Safety

    It is most important that this basic safety requirement is fulfilled. If in doubt, the electrical installation should be checked by a qualified service technician. Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate or lack of grounding system (e.g., electric shock).
  • Page 9 The function and operation of the protective measures provided in the domestic electrical installation and in this Miele product must also be maintained in isolated operation or in operation that is not synchronized with the grid power supply, or these measures must be replaced by equivalent measures in the installation.
  • Page 10 To avoid any damage to the dishwasher, it must only be operated  when it is connected to a fully vented plumbing system. The built-in Miele Waterproof system offers reliable protection  against water damage if the following conditions are met: - Installation has been carried out correctly.

  • Page 11: Correct Installation

     cific cord of the same type (available from Miele Customer Service). For safety reasons, this must only be done by Miele Customer Ser- vice or a service technician authorized by Miele. Do not place the dishwasher on the water inlet hose. The water in- ...

  • Page 12: Correct Use

    The machine must only be operated with properly adjusted door springs. If the door cannot be adjusted properly, contact Miele. The minimum/maximum weight of the front panel is quoted in the technical data for your dishwasher on the Miele website.

  • Page 13: Accessories And Parts

    Accessories and parts Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used, war-  ranty, performance, and, if applicable, product liability claims will be...

  • Page 14: California Proposition

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Transport Damage to the dishwasher can compromise your safety. Before  using the dishwasher, check it for any visible transport damage. Never use a damaged dishwasher. Only transport the dishwasher in an upright position so that no ...
  • Page 15 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Industry Canada Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for Radio  Noise Emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interfer- ence Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Complies with Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications.

  • Page 16: Notes On The Operating Instructions

    Notes on the operating instructions These operating instructions apply to Additional information and comments several different dishwasher models of Additional information and comments different heights. are contained in a narrow frame. The specific dishwasher models are re- ferred to as follows: Instructions for the user Standard = 32 1/16"...

  • Page 17: Scope Of Delivery

    Scope of delivery The following items are supplied: - dishwasher - operating instructions for using the dishwasher - installation sheet for installing the dishwasher - other installation accessories for in- stalling the dishwasher (see installa- tion sheet) - funnel for filling reactivation salt - door opening aid - additional printed matter and add-ons if required...

  • Page 18: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance Appliance overview a Door locking pins i Salt reservoir b Top spray arm j Data plate c 3D MultiFlex cutlery tray k Rinse aid reservoir d Upper basket (depending on model) l Detergent compartment e Middle spray arm m AutoDos detergent outlet f Aeration valve n AutoDos (automatic dispensing)

  • Page 19: Lower Basket

    Guide to the appliance Lower basket a Glass holder b FlexCare Glass & Bottle c MultiClip d XL-Assist e Hinged spikes f StrawClean...

  • Page 20: Control Panel

    Guide to the appliance Control panel a In-operation indicator light d Touch display For indicating an ongoing wash pro- For further information, see “Display gram when the door is closed. functions” under “Guide to the appli- ance”. b  On/Off sensor button e Back sensor button For turning the dishwasher on and off.
  • Page 21 Guide to the appliance The sensor button on the control field Display functions and in the display react to fingertip con- The display is used to select or set the tact. following: The touch display can be scratched - the program by pointed or sharp objects, e.g., - The options pens.
  • Page 22 Guide to the appliance Examples of how to operate the appli- ance     AutoDos Quick BottleClean Normal Main menu Use the Back sensor control to switch from the Programs menu to the main After selecting a program, the Extras menu.

  • Page 23: Disposal Of The Packing Material

    Consult with local authorities, dealers or Miele in order to dispose of and recycle electrical and electronic appliances. Miele assumes no responsibility for deleting any personal data left on the appliance being disposed.

  • Page 24: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Every dishwasher is tested at the fac- To prevent a technical fault, do not tory. There will be residual water in the hold the door locking rail when re- machine from this test. It is not an in- tracting.

  • Page 25: Door Opening Aid

    Before using for the first time Door opening aid If the door will not open when knocked or if there is a power failure, the door can be opened manually with the door opening aid supplied with the dish- washer. ...

  • Page 26: Miele@Home (Depending On Model)

    - A WiFi network functions cannot be guaranteed. - The Miele app Miele@home availability - A Miele user account. The user ac- The ability to use the Miele app de- count can be created via the Miele pends on the availability of the Miele@home service in your country.

  • Page 27: Basic Settings

    Activate Miele@home?  Open the door. appear on the display.  Turn the dishwasher on using the  If you want to set up Miele@home  sensor control. now, select the option. The welcome screen will appear when Tip: To postpone setup until later, select the dishwasher is turned on and the option.

  • Page 28: Setting The Time

    Before using for the first time Setting the time Setting the water hardness The display changes to the screen for The time is updated automatically if a setting the water hardness. connection is established with the WiFi network. - The dishwasher must be programmed to the correct water hardness for your The display will then change to the area.

  • Page 29: Activating Autodos

    Before using for the first time Activating AutoDos Prompts will then appear in the display. After confirming these prompts with The display changes to the settings OK, the messages   Add salt and run the screen for AutoDos (see “Automatic dis- and  ...

  • Page 30: Reactivation Salt

    Before using for the first time Reactivation salt If the water in your area is very soft and constantly lower than 5 gpg In order to achieve good cleaning re- (5 °dH – German scale), you do not sults, the dishwasher needs to operate need to add reactivation salt.

  • Page 31: Filling The Salt Reservoir

    Before using for the first time Filling the salt reservoir Before filling the salt reservoir for the first time, you must fill it with approx. 1.5 L of water to enable the salt to dis- solve. Once the dishwasher has been com- missioned, there is always sufficient water in the salt reservoir.

  • Page 32: Refilling The Salt

    Before using for the first time Refilling the salt After the salt reservoir has been filled, the refill indicator may still appear in the  When the refill reminder   Add salt display if the salt concentration has not and run the “Rinse salt” program yet reached the correct level.

  • Page 33: Rinse Aid

    Before using for the first time Rinse aid If you only ever wish to use combina- tion detergent products in your dish- Rinse aid is necessary to ensure that washer, you do not need to add rinse water does not cling and leave marks on aid.

  • Page 34: Adding Rinse Aid

    Before using for the first time Adding rinse aid  Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This prevents excess foam developing dur- ing the next program. You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for best wash results (see “Rinse aid” un- der “Settings”).

  • Page 35: Settings

    Settings Changing settings You can alter the dishwasher’s controls to suit changing requirements by ad-  Select the setting you want to justing the settings (depending on change. model). The selected setting is marked in or- The settings can be altered at any ange.

  • Page 36: Language

    Settings Language  Water hardness The display can be set to appear in one Your dishwasher is fitted with a water of several different languages. softener. You can change the language used in - The dishwasher must be programmed the display and also the country via the to the correct water hardness for your  sub-menu.
  • Page 37 Settings Setting the water hardness °d gr/gal °fH Display  Select the water hardness level in your area and confirm with OK. 37-45 39-47 66-80 37-45 46-59 48-62 82-105 46-59 61-70 64-73 109-125 61-70...

  • Page 38: Autodos (Autodos)

    Settings AutoDos (AutoDos) Rinse aid AutoDos automatically adjusts the You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for amount of detergent to the selected best results. program. The rinse aid dosage can be set from 0 to 6 ml. If you want to extend the service life of 3 ml is the factory default setting.

  • Page 39: Miele@Home (Depending On The Model)

    ® Store or the Google Play Store™. options.  Install the Miele app and set up a user Make sure that your Wi-Fi network account. signal strength is strong enough at  Scan the QR code again.
  • Page 40 Activate - Call up information on the program sequence of your dishwasher Displaying the Connection status - Set up a Miele@home network with You can call up the current connection other WiFi-enabled Miele appliances status of your dishwasher.  Select the...

  • Page 41: Remote Control (Depending On The Model)

    Even if the option is Remote control switched off, you can use the Miele app to call up information about your appli- ance. However, you cannot start any programs or change any settings from it.

  • Page 42: Remote Update (Depending On The Model)

    - Some software updates can only be Deactivate RemoteUpdate if you do not carried out by Miele Customer Ser- want any updates to be downloaded au- vice. tomatically.

  • Page 43: Smartstart (Depending On The Model)

    Wi-Fi network (see option to take advantage of EcoStart “Miele@home” under “Settings”). your electricity supplier’s cheaper en- ergy tariffs (see “Timer” under “Op- function is used for start- SmartStart tions”).
  • Page 44 Settings Setting the electricity-rate times Changing the electricity-rate times Before you can use the option, You can change the start, finish, or prior- EcoStart you must set at least one electricity-rate ity of an electricity-rate time. time.  Select an electricity rate time from ...

  • Page 45: Temperature

    Settings Temperature Volume You can set whether the temperature A sequence of audible signals will sound should be displayed in °F/Fahrenheit or at the end of the program or if there is a °C/Celsius. fault, provided that the audible signals have been activated.

  • Page 46: Memory

    If you only ever use combination deter- Keep the area around the door free of gent products or automatic dispensing obstructions. using Miele PowerDisks (if available), you can turn off the refill reminders for reactivation salt and rinse aid if you ...

  • Page 47: 2Nd Interim Rinse

    Settings 2nd interim rinse BrilliantLight You can choose this function to increase This dishwasher is equipped with inte- the cleaning performance of the pro- rior lighting. grams with a second interim rinse. When the door is open, the lighting turns off automatically after 15 minutes. When this function is activated, water consumption may increase.

  • Page 48: Water Connection

    Water connection Copyrights and licenses for op- erator and control software You can set your water connection type. Miele uses their own and third party  If you select , the dish- Automatic software which is not subject to any so-...

  • Page 49: Copyrights And Licenses For The Communication Module

    You can reset all dishwasher settings to tected by copyright. The copyrights held the factory default settings. by Miele and third parties must be re- WiFi module settings (where applicable) spected. have to be reset separately (see This communication module contains “Miele@home”...

  • Page 50: Information

    Settings Information You can display the following informa- tion about your dishwasher: - Operating hours (see also “Displaying the operating hours” under “Options”) - Program sequences - Total consumption - Fault memory - Data plate - Software version  Touch the  sensor control. ...

  • Page 51: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Energy-saving dishwashing This dishwasher is exceptionally eco- nomical in its use of water and electric- ity. You can make the most of your machine by following these tips: - Washing in a dishwasher generally uses less water and energy than washing by hand.

  • Page 52: Loading The Dishwasher

    Loading the dishwasher - Make sure that small items cannot fall General information through the holders in the baskets. Remove coarse food residues from dish- Small items such as lids should there- ware. fore be placed in the 3D MultiFlex There is no need to pre-rinse items un- Tray.
  • Page 53 Loading the dishwasher Wash items not suitable for dishwash- Silverware previously cleaned ers: with a silver polish may still be damp or spotted at the end of a program, where - Wooden cutlery and dishes or items water has not run off smoothly. with wooden parts.

  • Page 54: Loading Examples

    Loading the dishwasher Loading examples Loading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery tray Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray...
  • Page 55 Loading the dishwasher Loading for 16 standard place settings with cutlery tray Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray...

  • Page 56: Upper Basket

    Loading the dishwasher Loading the FlexCare cup rack Upper basket You can put cups, small bowls, and flat Loading the upper basket dishes on the FlexCare cup rack. Glasses can be arranged along the Flex-  Risk of damage due to water Care cup rack so they sit securely during leakage.
  • Page 57 Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the FlexCare cup rack Loading the silicone elements of the FlexCare cup rack You can set the height and depth of the cup rack at 2 different levels so that it The silicone elements in the cup rack can accommodate larger cups and so are specially designed to hold tall that taller items can be placed under-...
  • Page 58 Loading the dishwasher Lowering the spikes On both right-hand rows of spikes, you can lower every other spike to make it easier to arrange larger dishes, like ce- real bowls.  Press the yellow lever downward , and then lower the dark gray spikes .

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Upper Basket

    Loading the dishwasher Lower the upper basket: Adjusting the upper basket In order to gain more space for taller items in the lower basket or upper bas- ket, the upper basket can be adjusted on 3 levels with 3/4" (2 cm) between each level.

  • Page 60: Lower Basket

    Loading the dishwasher Lowering the spikes Lower basket The rows of spikes at the front are used Loading the lower basket for loading plates, soup bowls, platters,  Place larger and heavier items such as dessert bowls, and saucers. plates, serving platters, saucepans, The row of spikes can be lowered to bowls, etc., in the lower basket.
  • Page 61 Loading the dishwasher FlexCare Glass & Bottle Loading the glass holder The glass and bottle holders are used to The silicone elements in the glass wash stemware, tall glasses, and bot- holder provide a stable and secure hold tles. for delicate stemware. Adjusting the FlexCare Glass &...
  • Page 62 Loading the dishwasher Loading the FlexCare Glass & Bottle The glass and bottle holders can be used to keep tall, narrow, and hollow containers, e.g., beer glasses, bottles, vases, secure during a program.  Lean the containers into the holders. Tip: For the best cleaning results, use the “BottleClean”...
  • Page 63 Loading the dishwasher MultiClip The MultiClips enable you to fasten light wash items such as those made from plastic.  Slightly lift the XL-Assist , fold it out , and hook it back in the new position .  Secure light items to the MultiClips. Make sure that dishware does not obstruct the middle spray arm.
  • Page 64 Loading the dishwasher StrawClean Loading the StrawClean The drinking straw holder can accom- modate 5 straight or bent straws with a maximum outer diameter of 1/2" (12 mm). Straws with a length of 4"-10" (10– 25 cm) are held particularly securely. The best cleaning results will be ob- tained with straws made of glass or plastic with an inner diameter of more than 1/4"...
  • Page 65 Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the StrawClean Removing the StrawClean The adjustable bracket of the Straw- You can remove the StrawClean to get Clean ensures that the straws are held more space in the lower basket. securely. Longer straws are held particu- larly securely.

  • Page 66: Filters

    Loading the dishwasher Loading the filters Filters You can wash 2 ventilation hood filters You can also wash Miele Ventilation- in the upper basket and 2 filters in the Hood Filters. lower basket at once. Select the program for optimum Filters  If you only want to wash 2 filters, put dishwashing results.

  • Page 67: Cutlery Tray

    Loading the dishwasher You can push the left insert to the mid- Cutlery tray dle in order to accommodate tall items  Arrange the cutlery in the cutlery tray and long stemmed glasses in the upper as shown. basket (see “Loading the silicone ele- ments of the FlexCare cup rack”...

  • Page 68: Detergents

    Detergents There are different types of cleaning Active ingredients agent:  Damage caused by using unsuit- - Powder and liquid gel cleaning agents. able cleaning agents. These cleaning agents allow you to Cleaning agents that are not suitable adjust the amount dispensed accord- for domestic dishwashers can cause ing to the load size and the level of damage to the dishwasher or to the...

  • Page 69: Detergent Dispensing

    Detergents Detergent dispensing  Risk of chemical burns from de- tergent. There are 2 ways of dispensing the de- tergent. Dishwasher detergents can cause burning on the skin and in the eyes, During automatic dispensing, the Auto- nose, mouth, and throat. Dos function will automatically dispense Avoid contact with detergents.

  • Page 70: Automatic Dispensing/Autodos

     Insert a PowerDisk (see “Inserting a pending on the chosen program. PowerDisk” under “Automatic dis- pensing/AutoDos”). PowerDisks are available to order di- rectly from Miele’s online store, Miele The AutoDos function will be activated Customer Service, or from your Miele automatically. dealer.

  • Page 71: Inserting A Powerdisk

    Detergents Inserting a PowerDisk Only replace the PowerDisk when the message PowerDisk empty. Deactivate appears. AutoDos with OK.  Insert the new PowerDisk and press it evenly downward until it sits flush.  Turn the AutoDos lid to  and open The message will ap- AutoDos lid open...
  • Page 72 Detergents The detergent powder must be dry so that it does not clump together. Do not fill the AutoDos system with any type of fluid. It is not permitted to refill the Pow- erDisk with powder detergent. This will invalidate the warranty. In order to ensure that the AutoDos function works at its best, check it each time you replace the PowerDisk...

  • Page 73: Manual Detergent Dispensing

    Detergents Adding detergent Manual detergent dispensing Detergent must be manually dispensed if you have deactivated AutoDos in a program's Options menu. Detergent dispensing The detergent compartment holds a maximum of 3 1/2" tablespoons. There are marks in the detergent com- partment to aid with dispensing: 1 1/4, 2 tablespoons (20, 30 ml).
  • Page 74 Detergents The detergent must not cause the detergent compartment lid to get stuck. This can prevent the lid from opening during the program se- quence. Do not overfill the detergent com- partment.  If you wish, deactivate automatic dis- pensing/AutoDos. ...

  • Page 75: Operation

    To select a different program, touch the Back sensor control to return to the Programs menu. If you want to control the dishwasher remotely using the Miele app, you will first need to activate the Remote start option (see “Activate Remote start” un- der “Options”).

  • Page 76: Display Of Program Duration

    Operation Display of program duration Starting a program The estimated duration of the selected  Start the program by closing the door. program appears on the display before If necessary, confirm the previously the program begins. If the door is displayed message with OK.

  • Page 77: End Of The Program

    Operation End of the program Energy management At the end of the program, the in-opera- To save energy, the dishwasher will turn tion indicator light will be flashing slowly off automatically 10 minutes after the with the door shut. The audible signal last time a sensor button is pressed or may also be sounding.

  • Page 78: Turning Off The Dishwasher

    Operation Turning off the dishwasher Unloading the dishwasher  Open the door. Dishes tend to break and chip more easily when they are hot. Allow the  The dishwasher can be turned off at dishes to cool until they are comfortable any time using the  sensor control.

  • Page 79: Interrupting A Program

    Operation Interrupting a program Canceling or changing a pro- gram A program will be interrupted as soon as the door is opened. If a program is canceled, important If the door is closed again, the program program stages may be missed. will continue from the point it was at be- A program should only be canceled in fore the door was opened.

  • Page 80: Options

    After you have activated the timer, all gram, i.e., before you activate the the displays will turn off after a few timer. minutes to save energy. You can also activate a timer via the Miele app.
  • Page 81 Options Setting “Start at” Setting “Finish at” With the function, you set the Use the function to set the lat- Start at Finish at exact time at which you want the pro- est time by which the program selected gram to start. has to be finished.
  • Page 82 Timer  menu will no longer show the cally in the most economical rate zone function but will instead show EcoStart within the time set. (see “Miele@home” under SmartStart  Set the hours with the  sensor “Settings”). buttons. If your energy provider offers this ser- ...
  • Page 83 The timer stops if you switch off the dishwasher while a timer is running or touch the  sensor button and confirm the query with You can also change the time set for the timer or delete it using the Miele app.

  • Page 84: Activating Mobilestart

    OK. You can start your dishwasher remotely  Use the Back sensor control to switch using the Miele app. To do this, you first from the Programs menu to the main need to install the app on your mobile menu.

  • Page 85: Program Overview

    Program overview Program When to use Program sequence Pre- Main Interim Final Drying rinse wash rinse rinse °F/°C °F/°C Normal Program for regular use to completely  122–  133–  wash a full load of normally soiled dish- 167/50 149/56 ware with the ability to adjust energy and –75...
  • Page 86 Program overview Consumption Duration Energy Water Cold water Hot water Gallons/Liters Cold water Hot water 50°F/10°C 120°F/49°C 50°F/10°C 120°F/49°C h:min h:min 0.97 1.05 3.2/12.1 3:01 2:43 1.40 1.55 3.4/13.0 3:29 3:11 0.85 1.05 3.3/12.5 2:51 2:25 1.00 1.10 2.8/10.5 1:18 0:58 1.45 1.55...
  • Page 87 Energy The water intake temperature must be      Saver 115°F (45°C) for light to normally soiled dishware. Filter Wash program for cleaning Miele ventila-  167/75  131–  tion hood filters. 158/55 –70...
  • Page 88 Program overview Consumption Duration Energy Water Cold water Hot water Gallons/Liters Cold water Hot water 50°F/10°C 120°F/49°C 50°F/10°C 120°F/49°C h:min h:min 0.01 0.20 1.1/4.0 0:21 0:21 0.95 1.15 2.4/9.0 4:16 3:58 0.60 0.80 2.1/8.0 3:28 3:18 0.05 7.1/27.0 2:47 1.55 1.70 3.3/12.5 3:51...
  • Page 89 Program overview Program When to use Program sequence Pre- Main Interim Final Drying rinse wash rinse rinse °F/°C °F/°C Clean Special cleaning program to remove 167/75  158/70  Machine grease deposits from the dishwasher. Sensor- Program for dried-on residue and non- 113–...
  • Page 90 Program overview Consumption Duration Energy Water Cold water Hot water Gallons/Liters Cold water Hot water 50°F/10°C 120°F/49°C 50°F/10°C 120°F/49°C h:min h:min 1.75 2.00 5.0/19.0 2:37 2:07 3, 4 3, 4 3, 4 0.85–1.15 0.90–1.30 1.7–3.2/6.5–12.0 2:28–3:45 2:16–3:27 1.10 1.25 3.6/13.5 2:49 2:27 0.85...

  • Page 91: Options

    Options Express Selecting Extras You can reduce the program cycle time You can use options to adjust the pro- using the Express extra. grams. The time by which the program cycle To do this, you can select or deselect time is shortened varies according to the options in the Options menu of a the selected program.
  • Page 92 Options AutoDos IntenseZone The AutoDos extra can be used to You can select the IntenseZone extra to switch automatic dispensing on or off increase the cleaning performance of (see “Automatic dispensing” under “De- the programs in the lower basket. tergent”). When this extra is activated, the pro- The setting applies to all programs.

  • Page 93: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning the reflector panel mended by the manufacturer on the packaging. The reflector panel for the in-operation Miele cleaning and care products are indicator light is situated on the cover available to order from Miele’s online sheeting underneath the countertop.

  • Page 94: Cleaning The Appliance Front

    Cleaning and care To avoid damaging the external sur- Cleaning the appliance front faces, do not use the following:  Damage due to soiling. - cleaning agents containing soda, am- Soiling that is left too long might be- monia, acids, or chloride come impossible to remove and - cleaning agents containing lime scale could cause the external surfaces to...

  • Page 95: Cleaning The Autodos Assembly

    Cleaning and care  Turn the AutoDos lid to  and open Cleaning the AutoDos assembly If the message is dis- Clean AutoDos  Remove the PowerDisk if appropriate. played, check that the AutoDos is clean, and clean it if necessary, e.g., powder residues.
  • Page 96 Cleaning and care The AutoDos lid must close tightly so that the detergent powder does not get wet and clump together. Make sure that all seals are clean and clean them if necessary.  Insert a filled PowerDisk and press it evenly downward until it sits flush.

  • Page 97: Cleaning The Spray Arms

    Cleaning and care Removing the cutlery tray (if present) Cleaning the spray arms In order to be able to remove the upper Particles of food can get stuck in the spray arm, you first have to remove the spray arm jets and bearings. The spray cutlery tray (if present).
  • Page 98 Cleaning and care Removing the upper spray arm Removing the lower spray arm  Remove the lower basket.  Push the upper spray arm upward  to engage the inner ratchet. Then un-  Rotate the screw thread of the lower screw the spray arm by rotating the spray arm counterclockwise ...
  • Page 99 Cleaning and care Cleaning the spray arms Inserting the upper spray arm  Reinstall the upper spray arm and tighten it by hand. Inserting the middle spray arm  Use a pointed object to push food particles that are stuck in the spray arm jets into the spray arm.
  • Page 100 Cleaning and care Inserting the lower spray arm Inserting the cutlery tray (if present)  Reinstall the lower spray arm and en-  Slide the cutlery tray back onto the sure that the filter combination lies rails from the front. flat in the base of the wash cabinet.

  • Page 101: Checking The Filters In The Wash Cabinet

    Cleaning and care Checking the filters in the wash Cleaning the filters cabinet  Turn off the dishwasher. The filter combination in the base of the  Remove the lower spray arm (see wash cabinet retains coarse soil from “Cleaning the spray arms” under the suds solution.
  • Page 102 Cleaning and care  In order to clean the inside of the fil-  Rotate the screw thread clockwise ter, pull the microfilter on the plastic until the arrow in the viewing window ring downwards and away from the points to the lock symbol . filter combination.

  • Page 103: Cleaning The Drain Pump

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the drain pump If water remains in the wash cabinet af- ter the end of a program, the water has not been drained off. The drain pump may be blocked by foreign objects. These foreign objects are easy to re- move.
  • Page 104 Cleaning and care  Damage due to incorrect clean- ing. The components are delicate and can be damaged during cleaning. Take care when cleaning the drain pump. The drain pump (see arrow) is under- neath the cover.  Risk of injury from glass splinters. It is especially difficult to see glass splinters in the drain pump.

  • Page 105: Frequently Asked Questions

    You can save time and money in many cases, as you do not need to contact Miele Customer Service. Information to help you rectify faults yourself can be found at www.miele.com/ser- vice. The following tables are designed to help you to find the cause of a malfunction or a fault and to resolve it.

  • Page 106: Fault Messages

    If the fault message appears again, there is a technical fault.  Turn off the dishwasher.  Close the faucet.  Contact Miele Customer Service. The Waterproof system has reacted.   Waterproof fault. Turn the appliance off, close the ...

  • Page 107: Water Intake Fault

    “Before using for the first time”) and turn the additional details. dishwasher back on again.  If the same fault message appears again, contact Miele Customer Service. The door does not close automatically. The door might be obstructed by an item inside the appliance.

  • Page 108: Water Drainage Fault

    Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause and solution Before remedying the fault:   Insufficient water. Open the water supply all the way.  Turn off the dishwasher. Refer to Operating Instruc- Water inlet fault. tions if necessary  Open the faucet all the way and start the program again.

  • Page 109: Fault In The Autodos (Automatic Dispensing)

    The program does not erDisk” under “Detergent”). start or a program that  If the same fault message appears again, contact has already started Miele Technical Service. stops. The following message appears on the display: AutoDos lid open The following message...
  • Page 110 Extras menu of a program and manually dis- pense the detergent via the detergent compartment (see “Manual detergent dispensing” under “Deter- gent”).  If you wish to use AutoDos again, contact Miele Customer Service. The in-operation indica- No or an empty PowerDisk has been inserted or the tor light is flashing AutoDos is blocked by residual detergent.

  • Page 111: Spray Arm Fault

     Turn the lighting back on again (see “BrilliantLight” opened. under “Settings”). Faulty wash cabinet lighting.  Contact Miele Customer Service. Detergent residue is left The detergent compartment was still damp when de- in the detergent com- tergent was added.

  • Page 112: Noises

    Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause and solution The detergent compart- Residual detergent is blocking the catch. ment lid cannot be  Remove the residual detergent. closed. At the end of a program This is part of the normal function of the drying sys- there is a film of mois- tem.

  • Page 113: Poor Cleaning Results

    Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause and solution Knocking noise in the This may be caused by the on-site installation or the water pipes cross-section of the piping.  However, this will not affect the functioning of the dishwasher in any way. If in doubt, contact a suitably qualified plumber.
  • Page 114 Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause and solution The dishware is not dry The rinse-aid dosage is set too low or the rinse-aid or utensils and glasses reservoir is empty. are flecked.  Replenish the reservoir, increase the dosage, or change the brand of rinse aid (see “Rinse aid”...
  • Page 115 Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause and solution  Fill the salt reservoir (see “Reactivation salt” under “Before using for the first time”). The salt-reservoir cap has not been screwed on cor- rectly.  Replace it, making sure that it screws back on cor- rectly.
  • Page 116 Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause and solution There are rust stains on The affected items are not corrosion resistant. the cutlery.  No remedy. Purchase cutlery which is dishwasher-safe. A program was not run after reactivation salt was added. Traces of salt have got into the normal wash cycle.

  • Page 117: Customer Service

    In the event of a fault which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact your Miele dealer or Miele Customer Service. You can book a Miele Service Call on- line at www.miele.com/service. Contact information for Miele Cus- tomer Service can be found at the end of this document.

  • Page 118: Optional Accessories

    Miele appliances. protection additives These and many other useful products - Phosphate-free – kind to the environ- can be ordered directly from Miele’s on- ment line store, Miele Customer Service, or from your Miele dealer. - Water-soluble wrapping – no need to...
  • Page 119 Optional accessories Appliance care Miele cleaning and care products pro- vide optimum care for your dishwasher. Dishwasher cleaner - For use with the pro- Clean Machine gram without detergent dispensing - Cleans the dishwasher effectively and thoroughly - Removes grease, bacteria, and associ-...

  • Page 120: Installation

    A 5 ft (1.5 m) long, flexible metal exten- sion hose (tested to 2,030 psi (14,000 kPa/140 bar) is available as an optional accessory from Miele dealers or Miele Customer Service.
  • Page 121 *INSTALLATION* Installation The dishwasher is supplied with a 3/8"  Risk of damage due to excessive diameter inlet (with a UNEF 9/16" – 24 pressure. female threaded nut) and requires an A brief increase in the water pressure on-site water connection with 3/8" can damage components of the dish- compression fitting and shut-off valve.

  • Page 122: Water Drainage

    Only use a Miele approved connection wash cabinet wall . piece when extending the drain line. Only use a Miele extension drain hose.  Press the screwdriver further into the opening and push it through the The drain hose must not be shortened.
  • Page 123 Customer Service Department: USA: 1-888-99-MIELE(64353) A damaged power cord must only be CDN: 1-800-565-6435 replaced with a genuine Miele cord by a Miele service technician. Specifications The dishwasher comes equipped with a Grounding instructions 4 ft (1.2 m) power cord (measured from...

  • Page 124: Grounding Instructions

    *INSTALLATION* Installation Hardwired electrical connection  Prior to making a hardwire con- It is possible to hardwire this appliance nection to the terminal, remove the to an existing power cable. powercord. Otherwise there will be a risk of electric shock from the at- ...

  • Page 125: Prerequisites For Sound Emission Tests

    Sound emission testing Prerequisites for sound emission tests Load the dishwasher with 16 standard place settings and use the Normal pro- gram. Setup for sound emission tests The dishwasher must be set up according to the following specifications.  Install the dishwasher into an analyzing unit. ...
  • Page 126 Sound emission testing  Remove the protective film from the provided insulating strip (depending on model) .  Stick the insulating strip onto the front top edge of the toe-kick board .
  • Page 127 Customer Service. U.S.A. Canada Miele, Inc. Importer Miele Limited National Headquarters Headquarters and Miele Centre 9 Independence Way 161 Four Valley Drive Princeton, NJ 08540 www.mieleusa.com Vaughan, ON L4K 4V8 www.miele.ca Customer Support Phone: 888-99-MIELE (64353) Customer Care Centre info@mieleusa.com...
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