Miele TSA 523 WP Operating Instructions Manual
Miele TSA 523 WP Operating Instructions Manual

Miele TSA 523 WP Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions
Heat-pump dryer
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essen-
tial to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the
first time.
en-GB
M.-Nr. 12 719 760

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions Heat-pump dryer To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essen- tial to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en-GB M.-Nr. 12 719 760...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Caring for the environment ..................Disposal of fluff or accessories ..................Warnings and safety instructions ................Operating the tumble dryer ..................15 Control panel........................15 How the sensor controls work ..................16 Before using for the first time..................17 Installation........................
  • Page 3 Contents Fragrance flacon......................31 FragranceDos........................31 Removing the protective seal from the fragrance flacon.......... 31 Inserting a fragrance flacon ..................32 Opening the fragrance flacon ..................33 Closing the fragrance flacon ..................33 Removing/replacing the fragrance flacon..............34 Cleaning and care ......................35 Cleaning the tumble dryer.....................
  • Page 4 Contents Installation........................54 Levelling the tumble dryer ..................54 Downtime after installation..................54 Ventilation ........................55 Before moving the tumble dryer again ..............55 Additional installation requirements................55 External condensed water outlet ................. 56 Installation conditions requiring a non-return valve ..........56 Arranging the drain hose..................
  • Page 5: Disposing Of The Packaging Material

    Caring for the environment with Miele, free of charge. By law, you Disposing of the packaging ma- are solely responsible for deleting any terial personal data from the old appliance The packaging material is used for hand- prior to disposal. You are legally obliged...
  • Page 6: Warnings And Safety Instructions

    Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these instructions. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner.
  • Page 7: Safety With Children

    Any other applications may be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation. This tumble dryer can only be used by people with reduced phys- ...
  • Page 8 It is essential that this standard safety re- quirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the household wiring system tested by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
  • Page 9 This special lamp must only be used for the purpose it is intended for. It is not suitable for room light- ing. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele authorised per- son or the Miele Service Department.
  • Page 10: Correct Use

    Warnings and safety instructions The accessibility of the plug must always be ensured, in order to  disconnect the tumble dryer from the mains. Do not block the gap between the bottom of the tumble dryer and  the floor with plinth facings, deep pile carpet etc. This would hinder a sufficient flow of air to the dryer.
  • Page 11 Warnings and safety instructions To prevent the risk of fire, textiles that have not been cleaned thor-  oughly or are still soiled with deposits of any kind must not be dried in this tumble dryer. This applies in particular to textiles that - have not been washed.
  • Page 12 Warnings and safety instructions The following mandatory requirements must be met: - permanent room ventilation from the beginning to the end of every drying programme - a gap between the floor and the bottom of the tumble dryer (this must not be blocked or obstructed in any way) The tumble dryer must not be hosed down.
  • Page 13: Using A Fragrance Flacon (Optional Accessory)

    Dust drawn into the tumble dryer can cause blockages in the heat ex- changer over time. Using a fragrance flacon (optional accessory) Only use genuine Miele original fragrance flacons.  The fragrance flacon must be stored in its packaging so please ...
  • Page 14 If you order a plinth for this tumble dryer (available from Miele as  an optional accessory - depending on country), make sure it is the correct one.
  • Page 15: Operating The Tumble Dryer

    Operating the tumble dryer Control panel         a  sensor control (drying level) d  Sensor control (Delay start or For selecting the drying level time) b  PerfectDry indicator For activating the Delay start   flashes after the programme has function.
  • Page 16: How The Sensor Controls Work

    Operating the tumble dryer How the sensor controls work f  sensor control (Start/Add laun- dry) The sensor controls select/adjust the values located above them. The programme can be started  as soon as Start/Add laundry is The , ,  and  sensor controls re- flashing on and off.
  • Page 17: Installation

    Before using for the first time Installation Follow the procedure for using for the first time outlined in Before using the appliance for the these instructions first time, check that you have fol- lowed all the instructions under “In-  Read “1. Notes on correct laundry stallation”.
  • Page 18: Energy Saving Tips

    Energy saving tips - If possible, make use of time-variable, This dryer with heat-pump technology low-cost electricity tariffs. Ask your is designed for energy-saving drying energy supplier for information. Your cycles. However, you can save a little tumble dryer's delay start function will more energy with the following meas- be useful as you can select when dur- ures as the drying time is not extended...
  • Page 19: Notes On Correct Laundry Care

    1. Notes on correct laundry care Points to note regarding  Risk of fire due to incorrect use washed laundry and operation. The laundry can burn and destroy the - When washing very heavily soiled dryer and the surroundings. items ensure that you use sufficient See “Warning and Safety”...
  • Page 20: Drying

    1. Notes on correct laundry care Care label symbols Drying Tip: See the “Programme chart”. Drying It lists all programmes and their max-  Normal/higher temperature imum load. Low temperature*  - Always observe the maximum recom- mended load for each programme. * Select Gentle tumble This will mean that the energy con- Do not tumble dry...
  • Page 21: Loading The Laundry

    2. Load the tumble dryer Checking the FragranceDos socket Loading the laundry If you are not using a fragrance flacon, Preventing damage to fabrics. check that the FragranceDos socket is Before loading the dryer, read “1. closed. Notes on correct laundry care”. The “Fragrance flacon”...
  • Page 22: Select A Programme And Start It

    3. Select a programme and start it Selecting the running time for the Switching on the tumble dryer Warm air/DryFresh programme and selecting a programme The running time can be selected in The tumble dryer is switched on by se- 10 minute increments.
  • Page 23: Starting The Programme

    3. Select a programme and start it - Gentle tumble can be selected with To prevent laundry wearing out the following programmes: avoid overdrying it. – Cottons - Before the programme finishes, the – Minimum iron laundry is cooled. – Shirts/Blouses Energy savings –...
  • Page 24: Remove The Laundry

    4. Remove the laundry End of programme/Anti-crease Items left in the dryer could be dam- aged by overdrying when the dryer is End of programme: used the next time. -  lights up in the time display Always remove all items from the - Start/Add laundry goes out drum.
  • Page 25: Delay Start

     Delay start Selecting the Delay start func- Starting Delay start tion  Touch the  sensor control. With Delay start, you can delay the The Delay start process starts and start of a programme from counts down on the time display.  minutes up to  (hours).
  • Page 26: Programme Chart

    Programme chart All weights marked with * are based on the weight of dry laundry. Cottons  max. 8 kg* Use for Cotton items such as those described under Cottons Cupboard Dry with normal residual moisture. Note - Items are dried to a Cupboard Dry level only in this programme. - The Cottons ...
  • Page 27 Programme chart Delicates max. 2.5 kg* Cupboard Dry, Hand iron+ Use for Delicate items with the  care symbol made of synthetic fibre, mixed fibre, rayon, and easy care cotton. For example, shirts, blouses, lingerie, and appliquéd garments. The load should be reduced further for a particularly crease-free dry- ing process.
  • Page 28 Programme chart Proofing max. 2.5 kg* Fabrics suitable for tumble drying, e.g. microfibre fabrics; skiwear; Use for outdoor clothing; fine, close-weave cotton garments (poplin); and tablecloths. - With this programme, items can only be dried to the Cupboard Dry Note level. - This programme includes an additional proofing fixing phase. - Only use proofing agents which are stated by the manufacturer as being “suitable for use on membrane fabrics”.
  • Page 29: Changing The Programme Sequence

    Changing the programme sequence Changing a programme once it Adding or removing laundry has started You have forgotten something but the programme is already running. It is no longer possible to change the selected programme. This is to prevent  Touch the  sensor control. the operation of the machine being The word Add will appear on the time tampered with.
  • Page 30: Condensed Water Container

    Condensed water container  To prevent water from running out, Emptying the condensed water keep it in a horizontal position when container carrying it. Hold the condensed water container by the front panel and at the Condensate container back. The condensed water is collected in the condensate container.
  • Page 31: Fragrance Flacon

    Fragrance flacon FragranceDos Removing the protective seal from the fragrance flacon Fragrance flacons (optional accessor- ies) can be used to give your laundry a Only hold the fragrance flacon as il- pleasant scent. lustrated. Do not hold it at an angle or tip it, as the fragrance will leak out Tip: You can simply close the fragrance of it.
  • Page 32: Inserting A Fragrance Flacon

    Fragrance flacon Inserting a fragrance flacon   Open the door of the tumble dryer. The fragrance flacon is inserted in the  upper fluff filter in the opening on the right hand side beside the grip. Markers  and  must line up with one another.
  • Page 33: Opening The Fragrance Flacon

    Fragrance flacon Opening the fragrance flacon Closing the fragrance flacon Before drying, you can select the intens- After drying, the fragrance flacon should ity of the fragrance. be closed to prevent the fragrance from escaping needlessly.    Turn the outer ring clockwise: the fur- ther you open the fragrance flacon, ...
  • Page 34: Removing/Replacing The Fragrance Flacon

    - When purchasing new fragrance flac- fragrance is no longer sufficient. ons, only remove the protective seal Fragrance flacons are available to order just before use. from Miele dealers, Miele Customer Service or online.
  • Page 35: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the tumble dryer Fluff filters Disconnect the tumble dryer from Environmental impact due to fluff the electrical supply. which has been disposed of incor- rectly. To prevent microplastics from  Damage due to the use of unsuit- spreading into the waste water sys- able care products.
  • Page 36: Cleaning The Fluff Filters And Air Flow Openings Thoroughly

    Cleaning and care  Open the door.  Remove the fluff (see arrows) from the surface of all the fluff filters and the perforated laundry deflector.  Push the upper fluff filter back into position until it clicks.  Close the door. Cleaning the fluff filters and air flow openings thoroughly If the drying time has become longer...
  • Page 37: Cleaning The Fluff Filters With Water

    Cleaning and care Ensure the filters are dry before re- placing them. Wet filters could cause operational faults.  Push the lower fluff filter in com- pletely and lock it with the yellow dial.  Push the upper fluff filter in com- pletely.
  • Page 38: Cleaning The Plinth Filter

    Cleaning and care  Clean the residual moisture sensor Removing the plinth filter with a damp cloth and a small amount of soapy water.  Wipe the residual moisture sensor dry with a soft cloth.  Close the tumble dryer door. Cleaning the plinth filter Environmental impact due to fluff which has been disposed of incor-...
  • Page 39: Cleaning The Plinth Filter

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the plinth filter  To efficiently loosen underlying  Pull the handle out of the plinth filter. residue, gently press down on the  Clean the plinth filter carefully and plinth filter with the back of your thoroughly under running water.
  • Page 40: Cleaning The Plinth Filter Access Panel

    Cleaning and care If a drying programme is interrupted with a fault message after the clean plinth filter has been refitted, the plinth filter was too wet when it was refitted. Carefully squeeze the water out of the plinth filter again. Leave the plinth filter to air-dry.
  • Page 41 Cleaning and care  Damage or ineffective drying if drying takes place without a plinth fil- ter or when the heat exchanger ac- cess panel is open. An excessive accumulation of fluff can damage the tumble dryer. If the system is not leak-tight, this can make drying ineffective.
  • Page 42: Problem Solving Guide

    You can save time and money in many cases, as you do not need to call the Miele Customer Service Department. 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 43 Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy  and  flash, a signal The system has been clogged by fluff or detergent residue. sounds. The  indicator light  To deactivate the message, turn the programme se- comes on. lector to the  position. ...
  • Page 44: Indicator Lights Or Information On The Time Display

    Problem solving guide Indicator lights or information on the time display Problem Cause and remedy The  indicator light The tumble dryer is not working correctly or econom- comes on at the end of ically. Possible causes could be clogging caused by the programme.
  • Page 45: Unsatisfactory Drying Results

    Problem solving guide Unsatisfactory drying results Problem Cause and remedy The laundry is not suffi- The load consisted of different types of fabric. ciently dry.  Finish drying using the Warm air/DryFresh pro- gramme.  Select a more suitable programme next time. Useful tip: you can customise the drying levels for some programmes.
  • Page 46: The Drying Cycle Duration Is Very Long

    Problem solving guide The drying cycle duration is very long Problem Cause and remedy The drying process goes The room where the tumble dryer is located is too on too long or even warm. switches off.*  Ventilate the room thoroughly. Detergent residues, hair and fine fluff can clog the fil- ters.
  • Page 47: Other Problems

    The drum lighting is designed to last a long time and should not normally need to be replaced.  If you have tried everything but the drum lighting still does not come on, contact the Miele Customer Ser- vice Department.
  • Page 48: Replacing The Plinth Filter

    Problem solving guide Cracks, tears, indentations Replacing the plinth filter The heat exchanger can clog up. Replace the plinth filter immediately if you see the following signs of wear before or after cleaning (optional ac- cessory). Poor fit The edges of the plinth filter do not sit Fluff will blow into the heat exchanger properly and the plinth filter is out of through cracks and tears.
  • Page 49: Reactivating The Plinth Filter

    Problem solving guide cases, they can form stubborn crust. Checking the heat exchanger Residues are a sign that the plinth filter  no is longer a snug fit at the sides, even Risk of injury from sharp cooling if it appears to be perfect: fins.
  • Page 50: Service

    Contact in the event of a fault In the event of any faults which you can- not remedy yourself, please contact your Miele dealer or the Miele Cus- tomer Service Department. You can book a Miele Customer Ser- vice Department call-out online at www.miele.com/service.
  • Page 51: Eprel Database

    The model identifier can be found on the data plate. Optional accessories Optional accessories for this tumble dryer are available from Miele or from your Miele dealer. You also can order these and many other useful products from the Miele online shop.
  • Page 52: Installation

    *INSTALLATION* Installation Front view a Mains connection cable e Plinth filter flap b Control panel f 4 height-adjustable feet c Condensed water container g Cooling air grille d Door h Drain hose for condensed water...
  • Page 53: Rear View

    *INSTALLATION* Installation Rear view  If the tumble dryer is being transpor- ted on its side, it must be tipped onto its left or right side. a Protruding lid for holding when mov-  If the tumble dryer is being transpor- ing the appliance ted upright and you are using a hand truck, you must transport it with its...
  • Page 54: Installation

    - Air the room where the tumble dryer To ensure proper operation, the tumble is located. dryer must stand perfectly level. The - Contact the Miele Customer Service screw feet on the tumble dryer can be Department. adjusted to compensate for unevenness in the floor.
  • Page 55: Ventilation

    Otherwise loads could take longer to The tumble dryer can be combined with dry or the tumble dryer might sustain a Miele washing machine in a washer- damage in the long term. dryer stack. The appropriate Miele Permanent room ventilation during washer-dryer stacking kit is required.
  • Page 56: External Condensed Water Outlet

    *INSTALLATION* Installation Installation conditions requiring a non- External condensed water out- return valve  Danger of condensed water Note back-flow. When drying is in progress, condensed Water could flow back into the water is pumped into the condensed tumble dryer or be drawn into it. water container through the drain hose Back-flow water could damage the which is located at the back of the...
  • Page 57: Examples

    *INSTALLATION* Installation There will be a small amount of residual Examples water left in the drain hose. Have a con- Drainage into a sink or floor gully tainer ready to collect this. Use the hose holder to secure the drain hose.
  • Page 58 *INSTALLATION* Installation Direct connection to a sink drain outlet  Fit adapter 1 to the sink drain outlet using nut 2. Use the hose holder, the adapter, the The nut is usually fitted with a washer hose clips and the non-return valve which must be removed.
  • Page 59: Changing The Door Hinging

    *INSTALLATION* Installation Removing the door Changing the door hinging You will need a Torx T30 screwdriver. Preparation  Open the door of the tumble dryer This tumble dryer is delivered with the fully. door hinging fitted on the left-hand side. You can change the door hinging over to the right-hand side.
  • Page 60 *INSTALLATION* Installation Changing over the door lock  Insert the door lock into the opening on the opposite side .  Use the Torx screwdriver to unscrew  Adjust the position of the door lock so the two screws  on the door lock. that the two screw holes line up with the two holes in the front panel of the tumble dryer (arrows).
  • Page 61 *INSTALLATION* Installation Removing the door seal and the Removing the outer plate from the screws door  Holding the door firmly in one hand, Removing the door seal stand it upright on the blanket.  Starting from one side and working all ...
  • Page 62 *INSTALLATION* Installation Changing over the door hinge and the Removing the door hinge caps Start by removing the door hinge . Next, swap the caps for the door latches marked R and L. The tumble dryer is de- livered with the cap marked L at the top. ...
  • Page 63 *INSTALLATION* Installation Removing the caps Converting the lock catch  Remove the screw from the cap  Push the lock catch all the way up marked L and take off the cap. from the back of the tumble dryer.  Set aside the screw you have re- ...
  • Page 64 *INSTALLATION* Installation Fitting the caps and the door hinge Fitting the outer plate on the door  Place the outer plate on the blanket outer side down. The yellow marker should be on the top right.  Screw the cap marked R tight with one screw.
  • Page 65 *INSTALLATION* Installation  Lower the door carefully without Inserting the screws and fitting the twisting it. The door and the outer door seal plate must fit together like a pot with its lid.  Place one hand flat underneath the outer plate of the door.
  • Page 66 *INSTALLATION* Installation Fitting the door  Position the door in front of the tumble dryer.  Fit the base of the door hinge with its two pins into the openings on the tumble dryer. Tip: The base of the door hinge must be flush with the front panel of the dryer.
  • Page 67: Electrical Connection

    Miele product must also be maintained in isolated operation or in operation that The electrical system must comply with is not synchronised with the mains...
  • Page 68: Technical Data

    Technical data Height 850 mm Width 596 mm Depth 655 mm Depth with door open 1077 mm Suitable for pushing under a worktop Suitable for stacking Weight approx. 52 kg Drum volume 120 litres Load size 8 kg (weight of dry laundry) Capacity of condensed water container 4.8 l Hose length 1.49 m...
  • Page 69: Data Sheet For Household Tumble Driers

    Technical data Data sheet for household tumble driers In acc. with delegated regulation (EU) No. 392/2012 MIELE Model name/identifier TSA523WP 8kg Active Rated capacity 8,0 kg Type of tumble drier (Air-vented / condenser) - / ● Energy efficiency class A+++ (most efficient) to D (least efficient)
  • Page 70: Consumption Data

    Consumption data Load size Final spin speed in Residual Energy Running washing machine moisture time Cottons 1000 1.40 1000 0.81 Cottons Cupboard Dry 1200 1.25 1400 1.20 1600 1.05 Cottons Hand iron 1000 1.04 1200 0.90 1400 0.85 1600 0.70 Minimum iron Cupboard Dry 1200 0.46...
  • Page 71: Programmable Functions

    Programmable functions Programming Programmable function You can use the programmable func-  Factory default setting tions to alter the dryer's electronics to Drying levels   suit your requirements. Buzzer volume  Programming is carried out by following these steps (, ,  ... ) using the Keypad tone ...
  • Page 72: Factory Default

    Programmable functions Editing and saving a programmable The settings you have selected are now function stored in the memory. You can alter the settings again at any time. You can either switch a programmable function on/off or select different op-  Factory default tions.
  • Page 73: Buzzer

    Programmable functions Entering the PIN code to use the  buzzer tumble dryer The buzzer sounds to let you know that After the tumble dryer is switched on, it is the end of the programme. It can  will flash on the time display. be switched on or off.
  • Page 74: Control Field Switch-Off Behaviour

    Programmable functions  Control field switch-off beha-  Anti-crease viour After the programme has finished, the drum will continue to rotate in a spe- To save energy, the time display and cial Anti-crease rhythm for a max. of sensor controls will go out once the 2 hours.
  • Page 75 United Kingdom Miele Co. Ltd., Fairacres, Marcham Road, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1TW Tel: 0330 160 6600, Internet: www.miele.co.uk, E-mail: info@miele.co.uk Australia Ireland South Africa Miele Australia Pty. Ltd. Miele Ireland Ltd. Miele (Pty) Ltd. ACN 005 635 398 2024 Bianconi Avenue...
  • Page 76 TSA 523 WP en-GB M.-Nr. 12 719 760 / 00...

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