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- Page 1 Operating instructions for Washing machine W 4144 WPS en - GB To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 07 170 950...
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Page 2: Caring For Our Environment
Caring for our environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material or machine The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances / has been selected from materials which machines often contain materials are environmentally friendly for disposal which, if handled or disposed of and can normally be recycled. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Caring for our environment ......... 2 Warning and Safety instructions . - Page 4 Contents Detergent ............29 The correct detergent .
- Page 5 The Miele Waterproof system ........
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Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions
Do not let children touch it. hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics as well as satin, lace, silk and other hand-washable garments. Any other applications may be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation. - Page 7 If the connection cable is faulty it data on the data plate (voltage and must only be replaced by a Miele connected load) match the mains approved service technician to protect electricity supply. If in any doubt, the user from danger.
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Page 8: Correct Use
A special descaling agent is available to order from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet on www.miele-shop.com. - Page 9 Accessory parts may only be fitted damage to component parts and create when expressly approved by Miele. If toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a other parts are used, guarantee, fire and explosion hazard.
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Page 10: Operating The Machine
Operating the machine Control panel Start/Stop button Spin speed button For starting the programme selected For selecting the final spin speed or Rinse hold or Without spin and cancelling a programme once it has started. PC / Optical interface Extra option buttons This is used by service technicians Various extra options can be added to run diagnostic checks on your... - Page 11 Operating the machine Programme duration After the start of a programme, the estimated programme duration will appear in the display in hours and minutes. When delay start is being used, the programme duration will appear after the delay start time has elapsed. During the first 8 minutes the washing machine measures how much water is being absorbed by the laundry and...
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Page 12: Before Using For The First Time
Before using for the first time Setting the language Before using the machine for the first You will be asked to select the time ensure that it is correctly language you require for the display. It installed and connected. See is possible to change the language at "Installation and connection". -
Page 13: Washing Environmentally And Economically
Washing environmentally and economically Energy and water consumption Detergent – Water consumption and energy – Do not exceed the amounts of usage are determined by the size of detergent recommended by the the load. manufacturer on the packaging. To make the most out of your –... -
Page 14: How To Wash Correctly
How to wash correctly Brief instructions If you use a solvent-based clean- The headings numbered , . . . ing agent (e.g. one containing ben- show the operating sequence and can zene) to pre-treat a stain, make sure be used as brief instructions. that any plastic parts (e.g. - Page 15 How to wash correctly Switch on the washing machine Select a programme Load the drum ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Unfold the laundry and load loosely in the drum. Mixing both large and small items gives better wash results and also helps distribute the load evenly during spinning.
- Page 16 How to wash correctly Select an extra option(s) Water plus The water level in the main wash and the rinses will be increased if the Water plus option is selected. However, you can select other settings for Water plus. These are described in "Programmable functions".
- Page 17 How to wash correctly Add detergent It is important to dispense the correct amount, because ..too little detergent results in: – Laundry not getting properly clean and with time it may become grey and hard to the touch. –...
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Page 18: Start The Programme
How to wash correctly Start the programme Check that all items have been ^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button. removed from the drum. Items left in If a delay start time has been selected, the drum could discolour other items then this will count down in the display. -
Page 19: Spinning
Spinning Final spin speed To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) ^ Select the setting using the Spin Programme speed button. The laundry will not be Cottons 1400 spun and will remain suspended in Minimum iron 1200 the final rinse water. This reduces Delicates creasing if the laundry is not going to Woollens... -
Page 20: Delay Start
Delay start Delay start allows you to choose when Altering delay start you want the programme to start. The You can change the delay start time at start of a programme can be delayed any time by pressing the Delay start from 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24 button. -
Page 21: Programme Chart
Programme chart Cottons 30°C to 95°C Max. load 6.0 kg Fabric Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling, underwear, T-shirts etc. Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash Note for test institutes: Short programme: 3.0 kg load and Short extra option Minimum iron 30°C to 60°C Max. - Page 22 Programme chart Silks cold to 30°C Max. load 1.0 kg Fabric Silks and other handwashable fabrics with no wool content, e.g. satin, lace and silk. Note Place tights, bras etc. in a washing bag. Extra option Water plus Express cold to 40°C Max.
- Page 23 Programme chart Outerwear cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg ® Garment Outerwear made from micro-fibres such as Gore-Tex ® ® SYMPATEX , WINDSTOPPER etc. Notes – Zip up jackets before washing. – Do not use fabric conditioner. Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash Dark garments cold to 40°C Max.
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Page 24: Programme Sequence
Programme sequence Main wash Rinses Spinning Water Wash Water Rinses Interim Final level rhythm level spin spin Cottons Minimum iron Delicates – Woollens Silks – Express Automatic Shirts – Denim – Outerwear Dark garments Spin – – – – – = Low water level = Intensive rhythm = Medium water level... - Page 25 Programme sequence This machine has fully electronic Special features in the programme controls with automatic load sequences: recognition. It takes in the right amount Anti-crease: of water required for the programme depending on the amount of laundry At the end of every programme, with and its absorbency rate.
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Page 26: Garment Care Label Symbols
Garment care label symbols Washing Ironing The figure quoted in the bucket is the The number of dots indicates the maximum temperature the garment ironing temperature can be washed at. The number of Hot iron (max sole plate temp. bars under the symbol indicates the approx. -
Page 27: Changing The Programme Sequence
Changing the programme sequence Cancelling a programme Changing a programme You can cancel a programme at any After the start of a programme it is no time after it has started. longer possible to select a different programme. ^ Press the Start/Stop button. Temperature Cancel programme It is possible to select a different... -
Page 28: Adding Or Removing Laundry After A Programme Has Started
Changing the programme sequence Adding or removing laundry Safety lock after a programme has started The safety lock prevents the machine ^ Press the Door button to open the from being opened, the programme drum door. from being cancelled or the machine from being switched off during a ^ Add or remove items. -
Page 29: Detergent
For programmes with a pre-wash you will need to purchase a special container from the Miele Spare Parts department which sits in the main wash compartment of the detergent dispenser drawer. Add liquid detergent to this container for the main wash and to compartment for the pre-wash. -
Page 30: Water Softener
No visible dirt or stains. Possibly softener. slight body odour. Miele branded water softening tablets Normally soiled are available from the Miele Spare Parts Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight Department or via the internet on stains. www.miele-shop.com. Heavily soiled... -
Page 31: Fabric Conditioners And Liquid Starch
Detergent Fabric conditioners and liquid If starching frequently, thoroughly starch clean the dispenser compartment, Fabric conditioners especially the siphon tube and the make garments soft to handle and help fabric conditioner channel, regularly. prevent static cling when tumble See "Cleaning the detergent drying. -
Page 32: Cleaning And Care
If you have no be hosed down. reason to wash occasionally at this high temperature, then run a Cottons 95°C A range of Miele branded cleaning and programme with detergent but no conditioning products are available to laundry at regular intervals. -
Page 33: Descaling The Machine
Cleaning and care Cleaning the siphon and conditioner Cleaning the detergent dispenser channel drawer housing ^ Use a bottle brush to remove 1. Remove the siphon from compartment and rinse under detergent residues and limescale warm running water. Clean the from the jets inside the detergent siphon tube in the same way. -
Page 34: Cleaning The Filter In The Water Inlet
Cleaning and care ^ First turn off the stopcock. Cleaning the filter in the water inlet ^ Unscrew the threaded union connecting the free end of the inlet The washing machine has a filter to hose to the stopcock. protect the water inlet valve. The accessible filter in the union in the open end of the inlet hose should be checked every six months, or more... -
Page 35: Problem Solving Guide
Problem solving guide With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. -
Page 36: Fault Messages In The Display
Problem solving guide Fault messages in the display Problem Possible cause Remedy lights up in the – The water outlet is – Clean the drain filter and display and blocked or the drain pump. restricted. Drain fault – The maximum delivery flashes. -
Page 37: General Problems
Problem solving guide General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine feet are not Level the machine (see The machine shakes during the spin cycle. level. "Installation"). The laundry has not been The machine detected an Include both large and spun properly and is still imbalance during the final small items in the load as... -
Page 38: An Unsatisfactory Wash Result
Problem solving guide An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy Liquid detergents – Use a general purpose Liquid detergent does not give the usually contain no detergent containing a required result. bleaching agents. bleaching agent. They do not remove –... -
Page 39: The Drum Door Does Not Open When You Press The Door Button
Problem solving guide The drum door does not open when you press the Door button Possible cause Remedy Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and/or The machine is not connected to the switch the machine on with the I-On/0-Off button. electricity supply and/or is not switched on. -
Page 40: Opening The Drum Door In The Event Of A Blocked Drain Outlet And/Or Power Failure
Problem solving guide Opening the drum door in the Blocked drain outlet event of a blocked drain outlet If the drain outlet is blocked, up to and/or power failure 25 litres of water will be retained in the machine. ^ Switch the washing machine off. There is a lever behind the detergent Caution: if laundry has been drawer fascia panel. - Page 41 Problem solving guide Once the flow of water ceases: Make sure the drain filter is securely tightened. Otherwise there is a risk of water leakage during use. Opening the drum door Always make sure that the drum is stationary before reaching into the machine to remove laundry.
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Page 42: After Sales Service
Miele service – your Miele Dealer or technicians during servicing work for testing purposes and for updating the – the Miele Customer Contact Centre machine's programme data. (see back cover for contact details). When contacting your Dealer or Miele,... -
Page 43: Installation And Connection
Installation and connection Front view Inlet hose with "Waterproof" system Control panel Electricity supply cable Detergent dispenser drawer Flexible drain hose (with Drum door detachable swivel elbow) Access to drain filter, drain pump and emergency release Four height adjustable feet... -
Page 44: Rear View
Installation and connection Rear view Protruding lid for holding when Transit bar covers moving the machine Restraining clip for inlet hose and Electricity supply cable drain hose Inlet hose with "Waterproof" system Restraining clips for transit bars when removed Drain hose... -
Page 45: Installation Surface
^ To remove the left and right covers raised plinth, it has to be secured 1. Use a screwdriver to prise out the against slippage during spinning cover as illustrated. using retaining clips (available from the Miele Spare Parts Dept). 2. Pull the cover forwards to remove. - Page 46 Installation and connection ^ Using the spanner supplied, turn the ^ Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°, left-hand transit bar 90°, then then ^ withdraw the transit bar. ^ withdraw the transit bar.
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Page 47: Re-Fitting The Transit Bars
Installation and connection To avoid the risk of injury the holes for the transit bars must be covered after the transit bars have been removed. ^ Secure the transit bars to the back of the washing machine. Make sure that holes are fitted over retainers The machine must not be moved... -
Page 48: Levelling The Machine
Installation and connection Levelling the machine The machine must stand perfectly level on all four feet to ensure safe and proper operation. Incorrect installation may increase electricity and water consumption and may cause the machine to move about. Screwing out and adjusting the feet The four adjustable screw feet are used to level the machine. -
Page 49: Washer-Dryer Stack
Washer-dryer stack Washer-dryer stack using a T 200, T 4000 or T 8000 series dryer and A T 200, T 4000, T 7000 or T 8000 Miele WTV 412 stacking kit tumble dryer can be stacked on this machine using a WTV stacking kit... -
Page 50: The Miele Waterproof System
Installation and connection The Miele Waterproof system 2) Electronic unit and washing machine housing The Miele Waterproof system protects the washing machine from water – Sump damage. Any leaking water is collected in a The system consists of three main sump in the base of the machine. -
Page 51: Connection To The Water Supply
Installation and connection Connection to the water supply The machine should be connected to the mains water supply in accordance The plastic casing of the safety with local and national safety valve contains electrical regulations. The German authorities do components. The Waterproof system not require it to have a non-return valve must only be connected to its own as the washing machine has been... - Page 52 Installation and connection Maintenance and care If you intend to unscrew the Miele Waterproof system hose from the stopcock it is essential to disconnect the machine from the electricity supply first. Only use a Miele Waterproof system hose should you need a replacement.
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Page 53: Connection To The Drainage System
If required, the drain hose can be extended to a length of 5 m. The necessary parts can purchased from the Miele Spare Parts Department or your Miele dealer. Adapter * For a delivery head of more than 1 m (up to a max. -
Page 54: Electrical Connection U.k
Installation and connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363 All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be refitted when by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover person, in strict accordance with is lost, the plug must not be used until a current national and local safety suitable replacement is obtained. -
Page 55: Consumption Data
Consumption data Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration in kWh in litres Short Normal 95°C 6.0 kg 1.99 2 h 09 min Cottons 60°C 6.0 kg 1.02 1 h 49 min 60°C 3.0 kg 0.73 1 h 02 min 40°C 6.0 kg 0.65 2 h 04 min... -
Page 56: Technical Data
Technical data Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 634 mm Depth with door open 1074 mm Weight 99 kg Maximum floor load 1,600 Newton (approx. 160 kg) Capacity 6 kg dry laundry Voltage see data plate Connected load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate / plug Consumption data... - Page 57 Programmable functions for changing default settings The programmable functions are used to alter the machine's electronics to suit changing requirements. Programmable functions can be altered at any time.
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Page 58: Programmable Functions
Programmable functions To access programmable functions To alter a programmable function You can see the different options The programmable functions are available for a programmable function accessed via the Start/Stop button by turning the programme selector. and the programme selector. The option which is currently set will Before you begin, first ensure that: have a tick L beside it. -
Page 59: Water Plus
Programmable functions Water plus Gentle action This programmable function is used Activating gentle action reduces the to select the water intake setting for drum action and is suitable for the Water plus extra option. washing slightly soiled items more gently. It should be activated for There are three different options: garments with a single bar under the care label and for articles which feel... -
Page 60: Code
Programmable functions Code A code can be used to lock the electronics on the washing machine ^ Press the Start/Stop button. to prevent it being used without your The following will appear in the display: knowledge. Code activated When the code has been activated, you have to enter a code after switching the Once the machine is switched off, it washing machine on. -
Page 61: Temperature Unit
Programmable functions Temperature unit Keypad tone You can chose for the temperature to An audible tone sounds each time a be displayed as °C/Celsius or button is pressed. °F/Fahrenheit. The machine is delivered with the The machine is delivered with keypad tone deactivated. -
Page 62: Standby Display
Programmable functions Standby display Memory To save energy, the display goes out The washing machine will store the and the indicator light for the most recently selected settings Start/Stop button will start flashing (programme, temperature, spin slowly. speed and any extra options) in memory once the programme has The display will always go out, started. -
Page 63: Optional Accessories
All the products can also be ordered specially formulated to keep down-filled via the Miele Customer Contact Centre items supple and to give them bounce. (see back cover for contact details). Miele proofing agent... - Page 64 Fabric conditioner This liquid detergent is particularly suitable for cleaning coloured and dark The Miele fabric conditioner will give your laundry a fresh, natural fragrance. garments. The special formulation offers effective stain removal, even at It makes garments soft to handle and...
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