Miele TEA 525 WP Operating Instructions Manual
Miele TEA 525 WP Operating Instructions Manual

Miele TEA 525 WP Operating Instructions Manual

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Heat-pump dryer
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is
essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for
the first time.
en-IE
M.-Nr. 12 746 410

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions Heat-pump dryer To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en-IE M.-Nr. 12 746 410...
  • 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 Condensed water container ..................31 Emptying the condensed water container..............31 Fragrance flacon......................32 FragranceDos........................32 Removing the protective seal from the fragrance flacon.......... 32 Inserting a fragrance flacon ..................33 Opening the fragrance flacon ..................34 Closing the fragrance flacon ..................34 Removing/replacing the fragrance flacon..............
  • Page 4 Contents Installation........................53 Front view ........................53 Rear view ......................... 54 Transporting the tumble dryer ..................54 Transporting the tumble dryer to its installation site........... 54 Installation........................55 Levelling the tumble dryer ..................55 Downtime after installation..................55 Ventilation ........................55 Before moving the tumble dryer again ..............
  • Page 5: Caring For The Environment

    Disposing of the packaging your local community, with your dealer material or with Miele, free of charge. By law, you The packaging material is used for are solely responsible for deleting any handling and protects the appliance personal data from the old appliance from transport damage.
  • 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 ...
  • Page 8 It is essential that this standard safety requirement 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 lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele authorised person 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  thoroughly 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 exchanger 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 The appropriate “WTV” stacking kit (available to order) to match your tumble dryer and washing machine is required. 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 laundry) 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 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 followed all the instructions under  Read “1. Notes on correct laundry “Installation”.
  • 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 be useful as you can select when measures as the drying time is not...
  • 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  Normal/higher temperature maximum load. Low temperature*  - Always observe the maximum recommended load for each * Select Gentle tumble programme.
  • 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 10 minute increments. You can set a selecting a programme and switched off running time from  minutes up to by turning the programme selector to...
  • 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 damaged by overdrying when the End of programme: dryer is 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 Starting Delay start function  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). The drum will turn briefly every hour until the start of the programme to Delay start cannot be used with the...
  • Page 26: Programme Chart

    Programme chart All weights marked with * are based on the weight of dry laundry. max. 8 kg* Use for Cotton items such as those described under Cottons Cupboard Dry with normal residual moisture. Note - In the ECO programme, the Cupboard Dry degree of dryness is achieved.
  • Page 27 Programme chart Minimum iron max. 4 kg* Cupboard Dry, Hand iron+ Use for Minimum iron fabrics made of synthetic, cotton or mixed fibre. For example, workwear, overalls, pullovers, dresses, trousers, table linen and tights. Delicates max. 2.5 kg* Cupboard Dry, Hand iron+ Use for Delicate items with the ...
  • Page 28 Programme chart Proofing max. 2.5 kg* Use for Fabrics suitable for tumble drying, e.g. microfibre fabrics; skiwear; outdoor clothing; fine, close-weave cotton garments (poplin); and tablecloths. Note - With this programme, items can only be dried to the Cupboard Dry 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 Programme chart Warm air/DryFresh max. 8 kg* Note - For drying fabrics (Warm air) - For freshening up fabrics (DryFresh) - Do not select the longest drying time to start with. Check the items as you are drying them to find the optimum time. Use for - Airing: multi-layered fabrics whose layers have different drying characteristics, e.g.
  • Page 30: 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 31: Condensed Water Container

    Condensed water container Emptying the condensed water container Condensate container The condensed water is collected in the condensate container. Emptying interval: empty the condensate container after every drying programme. The  indicator light will light up if the maximum level of the condensate container is reached.
  • Page 32: Fragrance Flacon

    Fragrance flacon FragranceDos Removing the protective seal from the fragrance flacon Fragrance flacons (optional accessories) can be used to give your Only hold the fragrance flacon as laundry a pleasant scent. illustrated. 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 33: 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 34: Opening The Fragrance Flacon

    Fragrance flacon Opening the fragrance flacon Closing the fragrance flacon Before drying, you can select the After drying, the fragrance flacon should intensity of the fragrance. be closed to prevent the fragrance from escaping needlessly.    Turn the outer ring clockwise: the further you open the fragrance flacon, ...
  • Page 35: Removing/Replacing The Fragrance Flacon

    - When purchasing new fragrance fragrance is no longer sufficient. flacons, only remove the protective Fragrance flacons are available to order seal just before use. from Miele dealers, Miele Customer Service or online.
  • Page 36: 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 incorrectly. To prevent microplastics from  Damage due to the use of spreading into the waste water unsuitable care products.
  • Page 37: 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 38: Cleaning The Fluff Filters With Water

    Cleaning and care Ensure the filters are dry before replacing them. Wet filters could cause operational faults.  Push the lower fluff filter in completely and lock it with the yellow dial.  Push the upper fluff filter in completely. ...
  • Page 39: Cleaning The Plinth Filter

    Cleaning and care You will feel the elongated metal Removing the plinth filter residual moisture sensor on the left- hand side.  Clean the residual moisture sensor with a damp cloth and a small amount of soapy water.  Wipe the residual moisture sensor dry with a soft cloth.
  • Page 40: 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 41: 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 42 Cleaning and care  Damage or ineffective drying if drying takes place without a plinth filter or when the heat exchanger access 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 43: 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/ service. The following tables are designed to help you to find the cause of a malfunction or a fault and to resolve it.
  • Page 44 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 comes on. selector to the  position. ...
  • Page 45: 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 comes on at the end of economically. Possible causes could be clogging the programme. caused by fluff or detergent residue.
  • Page 46: Unsatisfactory Drying Results

    Problem solving guide Unsatisfactory drying results Problem Cause and remedy The laundry is not The load consisted of different types of fabric. sufficiently dry.  Finish drying using the Warm air/DryFresh programme.  Select a more suitable programme next time. Useful tip: you can customise the drying levels for some programmes.
  • Page 47: 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 filters.
  • Page 48: Other Problems

    The drum lighting is faulty. 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 Service Department.
  • Page 49: 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 accessory). 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 50: 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 51: Service

    Service Information to help you rectify faults yourself and about Miele spare parts can be found at www.miele.com/ service. Contact in the event of a fault In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact your Miele dealer or the Miele Customer Service Department.
  • Page 52: 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 53: 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 54: Rear View

    *INSTALLATION* Installation Rear view  If the tumble dryer is being transported on its side, it must be tipped onto its left or right side. a Protruding lid for holding when  If the tumble dryer is being moving the appliance transported upright and you are using a hand truck, you must transport it b Drain hose for condensed water...
  • Page 55: 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 56: Before Moving The Tumble Dryer Again

    *INSTALLATION* Installation Additional installation Do not block the gap between the requirements bottom of the tumble dryer and the floor with plinth facings, deep pile  Risk of injury from an electrical carpet etc. This would hinder a shock when the appliance lid is sufficient flow of air to the tumble removed.
  • Page 57 Fitting instructions are supplied with the building-under kit. – Washer-dryer stack The tumble dryer can be combined with a Miele washing machine in a washer- dryer stack. The appropriate Miele washer-dryer stacking kit is required. – Plinth The tumble dryer can be fitted on a...
  • Page 58: External Condensed Water Outlet

    *INSTALLATION* Installation Installation conditions requiring a non- External condensed water return valve outlet  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 59: Examples

    *INSTALLATION* Installation There will be a small amount of residual Examples water left in the drain hose. Have a Drainage into a sink or floor gully container ready to collect this. Use the hose holder to secure the drain hose. ...
  • Page 60 *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 61: Electrical Connection

    Miele product must also be maintained in isolated operation or in The electrical system must comply with operation that is not synchronised with local and national safety regulations (BS the mains power supply, or these 7671 in the UK).
  • Page 62: Technical Data

    Technical data Height 850 mm Width 596 mm Depth 640 mm Depth with door open 1054 mm Height for building under 820 mm (+8/-2 mm) Width for building under 600 mm Depth for building under 600 mm Suitable for pushing under a worktop Suitable for stacking Weight Approx. 52 kg Drum volume 120 litres Load size...
  • Page 63: Data Sheet For Household Tumble Driers

    Technical data Product data sheet in accordance with delegated regulation (EU) No. 392/2012 valid until 30 June 2025 Data sheet for household tumble driers In acc. with delegated regulation (EU) No. 392/2012 MIELE Model name/identifier TEA525WP Rated capacity 8,0 kg Type of tumble drier (Air-vented / condenser) - / ●...
  • Page 64 Technical data This programme is suitable for drying normal wet cotton laundry and is the most efficient programme in terms of energy consumption for cotton. If the household tumble drier is a condenser tumble drier. For the standard cotton programme at full load.
  • Page 65: Consumption Data

    Consumption data Consumption data in accordance with Regulations 932/2012/EU and 392/2012/EU valid until 30 June 2025 Load size Final spin speed in Residual Energy Running washing machine moisture time 1000 1.40 1000 0.81 Cottons Cupboard Dry 1200 1.25 1400 1.20 1600 1.05 Hand iron + cotton...
  • Page 66 Consumption data Consumption data in accordance with Regulations (EU) 2023/2533 and (EU) 2023/2534 valid from 1 July 2025 Final moisture content after Programmes Load size Running time Energy drying h:min 2:50 1,40 1:51 0,81 Cottons 3:18 1,60 Extra dry 2:10 0,97 Cottons 2:18...
  • Page 67: Programmable Functions

    Programmable functions Programming Programmable function Factory default setting You can use the programmable  functions to alter the dryer's Drying levels   electronics to suit your requirements. Buzzer volume  Programming is carried out by following these steps (, ,  ... ) using the Keypad tone ...
  • Page 68: 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  Factory default options.
  • Page 69: 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 70: Control Field Switch-Off Behaviour

    Programmable functions  Control field switch-off  Anti-crease behaviour After the programme has finished, the drum will continue to rotate in a To save energy, the time display and special Anti-crease rhythm for a max. sensor controls will go out once the of 2 hours.
  • Page 71 Miele Ireland Ltd. 2024 Bianconi Avenue Citywest Business Campus Dublin 24 Tel: (01) 461 07 10 Fax: (01) 461 07 97 E-mail: info@miele.ie Internet: www.miele.ie Miele & Cie. KG Carl-Miele-Straße 29 33332 Gütersloh Germany...
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