Problem Solving Guide - Miele W 149 Operating Instructions Manual

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There is no power.
The "Finish" indicator light is not
on or the "Start" indicator light is
not flashing.
The inner lid is not locked.
The water outlet is restricted.
The water outlet is blocked.
There has been an excessive
build-up of foam which has es-
caped through an opening in
the detergent drawer.
The machine has not been pre-
pared for using for the first time.
Check that:
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the lids are properly closed.
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the mains plug is plugged in.
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the fuse or circuit breaker has
not tripped.
Open the machine outer lid and
close the inner lid (the lock must
engage correctly).
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Clean the fluff (drain) filter
and drain pump.
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Has the drain hose been
fixed too high? Max. head
height: 1 m.
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Use less detergent next time
and follow the recommenda-
tion on the packet.
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Take the water hardness into
account.
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Use a different low-lather de-
tergent.
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See the section "Before using
for the first time" for instruc-
tions on how to prepare the
machine.