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Operating and installation instructions Vented dryer Always read the operating instructions before setting up, installing and commissioning the appliance. This prevents both personal injury and damage to the machine. en-GB M.-Nr. 12 768 990...
Contents Caring for the environment ..................Disposal of fluff....................... Warning and Safety instructions ................Operating the tumble dryer ..................15 Control panel........................15 Symbols on the control panel..................16 Symbols on the display ....................17 Sensor controls and touch display with sensor controls.......... 18 Main menu ........................
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Contents Selecting extra options....................28 Low temperature....................... 28 Anti-crease ........................ 28 Selecting delay start ...................... 29 5. Starting the programme..................30 Starting the programme ....................30 6. End of programme – unloading the drum ............31 End of programme......................31 Unloading the drum .......................
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Contents Installation........................51 Front view ........................51 Rear view ......................... 52 Locations ......................... 53 Washer-dryer stack ....................53 Dryer stack with 2 tumble dryers ................53 Steel plinth......................... 54 Side view........................54 View from above ....................... 54 Transporting the tumble dryer to its installation site ..........55 Installation........................
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Clean the filters....................... 71 Programme packages ....................71 COM mod. selection ..................... 71 Field of application ......................71 Availability of Miele digital products................71 WiFi / LAN........................71 Network time ........................72 External exhaust flap...................... 72 Additional fan ........................73 Pressure sensor ......................
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If using, do so at your own risk, and follow the instruc- tions provided on the packaging. Any other applications may be dan- gerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incor- rect or improper use or operation.
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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 synchronised with the mains power supply, or these measures must be replaced by equivalent measures in the installation.
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It is essential that this standard safety re- quirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the on-site wiring sys- tem inspected by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
This special lamp must only be used for the purpose for which it is intended. It is not suitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele authorised person or by Miele Service.
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Warning and Safety instructions The ducting must never be installed in any of the following flues or shafts. - Chimneys or smokestacks that are in use. - Shafts that are used to ventilate installation rooms with fireplaces. - Flues that are used by third parties. Smoke or exhaust gas that is fed back into the flue or shaft may be toxic.
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Warning and Safety instructions Do not install the tumble dryer in a room where there is a risk of frost. At temperatures around freezing point, the tumble dryer may not be able to operate properly. The permitted room temperature is between 2 °C and 35 °C. To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried ...
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(e.g. a timer or a peak-load switch-off device). The tumble dryer may only be operated with a peak-load device if this is connected to the tumble dryer via the Miele XCI box and the relev- ant settings have been configured on the tumble dryer.
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If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, this will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept liability. The tumble dryer can also be combined with a Miele washing ma- chine in a washer-dryer stack (stacked machines cannot go on a plinth).
Operating the tumble dryer Control panel a Language sensor control e Optical interface For selecting the current user lan- This is used by the Service depart- guage on the display. ment as a transmission point. The operating language is displayed f Programme selector again after switching the appliance on For selecting the drying programme.
Operating the tumble dryer Symbols on the control panel Special programmes Express Cupboard Dry Minimum iron Cupboard Dry plus Cupboard Dry Hand iron Woollens Timed drying Warm air Cottons Cupboard Dry plus ...
Operating the tumble dryer Symbols on the display Extras: use the Extras sensor control to add extras to a drying programme. Low temperature: the Low temperature sensor control allows you to re- duce the mechanical stress placed on the items while drying. Anti-crease: the Anti-crease sensor control allows you to reduce creasing ...
Operating the tumble dryer Sensor controls and touch dis- Main menu play with sensor controls Cottons The , , and Start/Stop sensor 1:43 Cupboard Dry controls and the sensor controls in the display react to finger tip contact. Every ...
Operating the tumble dryer Examples of how to operate the appliance Normal Selection list Drying level Cottons The and arrows on the right of the display indicate that choices are avail- able. After making your change, touch Setting numerical values čeština dansk ...
during the initial commissioning pro- (AU) cess. After that, they must be changed by Miele Service. Touch the or sensor control until the language you want appears in the These settings are also described under display. “Supervisor level”.
Initial commissioning Reference to external appli- Confirming the time request ances A reference to external hardware ap- pears. Should the time of day display not be shown? With machine switched off Touch the sensor control. connect external Information hardware, then If you select...
Sport you wish to change the settings after Confirm selection the commissioning process, please con- tact Miele Service. Touch the sensors for the pro- Touch the sensor control re- grammes. peatedly until the setting you require The programmes are activated (framed) appears.
0:20 Domestic application field Touch the sensor con- Commercial field trol if you want to connect to Miele Touch the flashing Start/Stop sensor MOVE. control. Touch the sensor control Domestic field When lights Commissioning Finish...
1. Notes on correct laundry care - Always dry using the maximum spe- Washing cified load size for the programme - Heavily soiled laundry must be whenever possible. A full drum helps washed particularly thoroughly. Use to save energy because you don’t sufficient detergent and select a high have to start another drying pro- temperature.
2. Load the tumble dryer Loading the laundry Closing the door Preventing textile damage. Before loading, read chapter “1. Notes on correct laundry care.” Shut the door with a gentle swing. Open the door. Load the laundry. Preventing textile damage.
3. Selecting a programme Selecting special programmes via the Switching on the tumble dryer programme selector position Press the control. Turn the programme selector to the The drum lighting will come on. position. You can select the required programme The drum lighting will automatically go via the display.
* The time frame for the selected pro- programme selector. gramme duration can be limited by - You can select drying levels for the Miele Service. Large items programme or for pro- = 0:15-2:00 Timed drying warm air grammes via the display. Different...
4. Selecting programme settings Low temperature Selecting extra options Delicate fabric (with the symbol on The drying programmes can be aug- the care label, e.g. acrylic garments) is mented with various extra options. dried at a lower temperature. The pro- gramme duration is also longer.
4. Selecting programme settings The start delay begins when the pro- Selecting delay start gramme starts. Delay start must be activated in the Changing/cancelling delay start supervisor level to allow it to be selec- ted. In this case, one of these 3 sym- Before the programme starts bols also lights up in the display: , , .
5. Starting the programme Payment systems Programme duration/Estimated time remaining Tip: If your machine is connected to a payment system, the amount of pay- The programme duration depends on ment required will appear in the display. the quantity of laundry, the type of fab- ric and the residual moisture in the laun- Once the programme has started, do dry or also the water hardness.
6. End of programme – unloading the drum End of programme Unloading the drum The laundry will be cooled down shortly before the end of the programme. The laundry can now be unloaded. The programme has ended when only is left on the display.
Programme overview All weights marked with * are based on the weight of dry laundry. Standard programmes Max. load 8 kg* Cottons Cupboard Dry plus, Cupboard Dry Use for - Single and multi-layered cotton items. - Towelling, T-shirts, underwear, jersey bed linen, baby clothes. - Workwear, jackets, cotton blankets, aprons, tea towels, bed linen, towels, table linen.
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Programme overview Minimum iron Max. load 4 kg* Cupboard Dry plus, Cupboard Dry, Hand iron Use for - Minimum iron fabrics made of synthetic, cotton or mixed fibre. - Workwear, overalls, pullovers, dresses, trousers, table linen, tights. Woollens Max.
Programme overview Special programmes Towelling Max. load 8 kg* Use for Large quantities of single-layered and multi-layered towelling items. These include, for example, towels, bath robes, face flannels, flannel bed linen. Note Items are dried to a Cupboard Dry plus level only in this programme. Shirts Max.
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Note - This programme may only be used with the Miele dryer basket (op- tional accessory). - A satisfactory drying result cannot be achieved without the dryer basket.
Programme overview Programme packages You can select various programmes packages. The programmes selected from the programme packages are displayed under Special programmes. Sport Outerwear Max. load 2.5 kg* Cupboard Dry, Hand iron plus Use for Outerwear which is suitable for tumble drying. Proofing Max.
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Programme overview Home textiles Down bedding Max. load 2 kg* Use for Bedding suitable for tumble drying (duvets or pillows filled with down or feathers). Note Items are dried to a Cupboard Dry level only in this programme. Feathers have a tendency of developing a strong odour when they are warm.
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Programme overview Hygiene In the hygiene programmes, items will be dried with a temperature that is con- stant over an extended period (longer temperature holding time). This kills off micro-organisms such as germs or dust mites and reduces allergens in the laun- dry.
Risk of burns by touching hot laundry in the drum. * Either during the commissioning pro- You could burn yourself. cess or subsequently, a Miele service technician can reset the payment sys- Let the laundry cool down and re- tem so that programming changes can move it carefully.
Cleaning and care When to clean Always clean the appliance when this instruction appears in the display: A two-piece fluff filter in the air supply Clean the fluff filter and rinse the plinth fil- area collects all fluff generated during ter.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the fluff filter components (dry) Environmental impact due to fluff which has been disposed of incor- rectly. To prevent microplastics from spreading into the waste water sys- tem, fluff must not be drained away with the water. Dispose of the fluff collected by the fluff filters with your household waste.
Cleaning and care If the fluff filter is wet, it could cause operational faults. Shake both parts thoroughly and then dry them carefully. Cleaning the air supply area Open the door. Fluff can be removed with a vacuum cleaner.
Cleaning and care Use a damp cleaning cloth to remove any fluff. Make sure that you do not Insert the inner fluff filter component damage the rubber seal when doing into the outer component (1). this. Turn the inner section of the fluff filter clockwise (2) slightly until you feel it Assembling and fitting the fluff filter engage.
Cleaning and care Clean the tumble dryer and the seal Close the fluff filter flap. on the inside of the door with a The filter must be inserted and the slightly damp soft cloth and a mild fluff filter flap must be closed to en- solution of washing-up liquid and sure the system is correctly sealed soapy water.
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.
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Note the prompt in the display. fails, call Service. lights up after a Touch the sensor control. programme has If the programme terminates again with the same er- been cancelled. ror message, then there is a fault. Contact Miele Ser- vice.
Problem solving guide Message Cause and remedy The laundry is unevenly distributed or has rolled up. Obstruction detec- Open the door and loosen the laundry. Take out ted. Untangle laun- some of the laundry if necessary. dry and restart lights up after a ...
Problem solving guide The drying cycle duration is very long Problem Cause and remedy The drying process goes In some circumstances, you may be asked to clean on too long or even the air channels/filters. switches off.* Check for all of the possible causes described be- low.
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. The display is in a differ- A different language has been selected.
In the event of any faults which you can- Optional accessories for this tumble not remedy yourself, please contact dryer are available from your Miele your Miele dealer or the Miele Cus- Dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts tomer Service Department. Department.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Front view a Mains connection cable e 4 height-adjustable screw feet b Control panel f Intake for air cooling c Door g On-site ducting (installed on the right or left-hand side) d Fluff filter Do not open the fluff filter flap during active programme operation.
*INSTALLATION* Installation Rear view a Interface for communicating with ex- d Module slot (for external communica- ternal devices tion module) b Mains connection cable e Exhaust air connections – Any exhaust air connections not in c Recesses under the protruding lid for use must be sealed with a cap.
Installing the washer-dryer stack on a Miele plinth is not permitted. 2 Miele tumble dryers can be installed as a dryer stack. A stacking kit* is needed for this purpose. This must be fitted by a Miele au- thorised technician.
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*INSTALLATION* Installation Transporting the tumble dryer to its in- Transporting the tumble dryer stallation site to its installation site Danger of injury due to unsecure Damage caused by incorrect lid. transportation of the tumble dryer. The fixings at the back of the lid If the tumble dryer tips over, there is could break as a result of external a danger of injury to people and dam-...
Payment systems This tumble dryer can be fitted with a payment system (optional Miele ac- cessory). In this case, a Miele Service technician must programme the relev- ant settings in the tumble dryer's elec- tronics and connect the payment sys- tem.
(BS 7671 in the UK). We recommend Conversion must be performed by the use of a suitable RCD . Miele Service or by an authorised The tumble dryer may only be connec- Miele Service dealer. ted to a permanent electrical system...
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*INSTALLATION* Installation ral loop impedance Zmax of 0.38 Ohms at the point of distributor supply con- nection is not exceeded. The user has to ensure that this device is connected only to a power supply system which fulfils the requirement above.
*INSTALLATION* Installation of the ducting General principles concerning General principles concerning exhaust air management the air supply The air drawn into the appliance for the Damage caused by incorrectly in- drying process is extracted from the stalled or missing ducting. ambient air.
*INSTALLATION* Installation of the ducting Calculating the total ducting Table I length Components Relat- The entire ducting system (including pipe bends and components) generates air length resistance that pushes against the ex- Exhaust air hose (highly flexible)* haust air. The relative pipe lengths and total ducting length have to be calcu- 1 m, laid straight 1.8 m...
*INSTALLATION* Installation of the ducting Sample calculation Turn the cap to the left to remove it. Press the cap firmly into the open ex- haust duct. Wall pipe, with suitable louvre. We recommend fitting a 90° Exhaust duct dimensions downward facing elbow = 1 x 3.8 m relative pipe length = 3.8 m...
- A plastic waste water pipe from a spe- a Wall pipe (installation instructions cialist retailer. If the required pipe dia- are provided with the Miele wall meter is over 100 mm, additional ad- pipe) apter pipes are needed for the pipe b Connector system (e.g.
*INSTALLATION* Installation of the ducting Flat ducting Installing flexible hoses Use the flat ducting* to install the ex- You can install an exhaust air hose with haust air hose* onto the tumble dryer if the help of an adapter* or flat duct- there is no space to install it to the back.
*INSTALLATION* Installation of the ducting Examples Window connection a Window connection (inserted in a pane of Perspex) b Adapter for a flexible exhaust air hose Condensation may run into the tumble dryer. Do not lay the exhaust air hose in loops.
- Products, Download from www.miele.ie - For service, information, operating instructions etc: go to https://miele.co.uk/manuals and enter the name of the product or the serial num- UK Conformity declaration Miele hereby declares that this vented dryer complies with UK Radio Equipment...
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- For service, information, operating instructions etc: go to https://miele.co.uk/ manuals and enter the name of the product or the serial number This Statement of Compliance confirms this Miele product fully complies with the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (Security Requirements for Relevant Connectable Products) Regulations 2023.
from unauthorised access. Carefully enter a new code. Enter code Please inform Miele Service if you have forgotten your new code. Miele Service will have to reset the code. Enter the individual numbers and con- Make a note of your new code and firm each selection with store it in a safe place.
Supervisor level Language Keypad tone volume The display can be set to appear in one An audible signal can also be activated of several different languages. To se- that sounds when the sensor controls lect the language you want, go to the are pressed;...
Supervisor level Changing this setting leads to increased - On after 10 min, not in current pro- energy consumption. gramme (factory default) The display will remain on during the The setting can be switched off or a programme sequence but will go out time between 1 and 12 hours can be se- 10 minutes after the end of the pro- lected.
Supervisor level The time period can be defined up to Changing this setting leads to increased 24 hours. During this period, the tumble energy consumption. dryer waits for the external signal. If no It can be set to one of 7 different levels. signal is sent during the defined period, Factory default: normal the tumble dryer starts the drying pro-...
A connection to Miele MOVE is es- Programme packages tablished. - Private environment The tumble dryer's additional scope of A connection to the Miele app is es- programmes can be configured. The tablished. programmes are listed under “Pro- gramme chart”.
Supervisor level - Setup Soft AP This message only appears if the Activate the function with the Miele tumble dryer has not yet been con- app on your smart device within nected to a WiFi network. 10 minutes. - Deactivate (visible when the network...
If you do not install a RemoteUpdate, drive unit. you can continue to use your tumble dryer in the usual way. However, Miele - Off recommends installing remote updates. - On Activation...
Copyrights and licences for operator The machine is operated using a coin and control software box. The user purchases a pro- Miele uses their own and third party gramme. software which is not subject to any so- - Timed operation called open source licence for the oper- ation and control of the machine.
Supervisor level - COM module The feedback signal is sent at the start and end of the programme. The machine is operated by a central - Programme running control unit The feedback signal is sent constantly External programme lock between the start and end of the pro- gramme.
Supervisor level For coin boxes where the falling coin generates the paid pulse. - Long For central control units on a 230 V basis. Payment system overriding time Setting the transition signal for the coin box. Security time margin to pre- vent the coin box being tampered with.
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