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Operating instructions

for dishwashers
To avoid the risk of accidents or
en - GB
damage to the appliance, it is
essential to read these instructions
as well as the installation plan before
it is installed and used for the
first time.
M.-Nr. 06 992 161

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions for dishwashers To avoid the risk of accidents or en - GB damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions as well as the installation plan before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Guide to the appliance ..........5 Appliance overview .
  • Page 3 Contents Operation ............33 Detergent .
  • Page 4 Plumbing............63 The Miele waterproof anti-leak system ....... . . 63 Connection to the water supply .
  • Page 5: Guide To The Appliance

    Guide to the appliance Appliance overview a Upper spray arm (not visible) g Filter combination b Cutlery tray (depending on model) h Data plate c Upper basket i Child safety lock in door grip (not visible) d Middle spray arm j Rinse aid reservoir e Air inlet for drying k Dual compartment detergent...
  • Page 6: Control Panel

    This instruction book applies to several different dishwasher models. The specific dishwasher models below are referred to as follows: G 1542, G 1552 etc. = G 1XXX G 2542, G 2552 etc. = G 2XXX The model numbers G 1XXX and G 2XXX used in this book refer to the model designation specified on the data plate of the appliance (and not the description on the control panel).
  • Page 7: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children This appliance conforms to current This appliance is not a toy! To avoid safety requirements. Inappropriate the risk of injury, keep children well use can, however, lead to personal away and do not allow them to play in injury and damage to property.
  • Page 8 Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety Do not connect the dishwasher to the mains supply until it has been fully Before setting up the appliance, installed. check it for any externally visible damage. Under no circumstances Before connecting the appliance, should you use a damaged appliance.
  • Page 9 If the connection cable is damaged where it can be seen that this is it must be replaced with a Miele cable necessary. by a Miele approved service technician – The stopcock has been turned off only.
  • Page 10: Correct Use

    Warning and Safety instructions Installation Correct use The dishwasher must be installed Do not use solvents in the and connected in compliance with the dishwasher. Danger of explosion. installation instructions. Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher The dishwasher must be correctly detergent.
  • Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions Accessories Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir with powder or liquid dishwasher Only use genuine Miele spare parts detergent will damage the water and accessories with this appliance. If softener. Make sure you have picked spare parts or accessories from other...
  • Page 12: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if The transport and protective packing handled or disposed of incorrectly, has been selected from materials which could be potentially hazardous to are environmentally friendly for disposal human health and to the environment.
  • Page 13: Energy Saving Washing

    Caring for the environment Energy saving washing This dishwasher is exceptionally economical in its use of water and electricity. You can make the most of your appliance by following these tips: ^ If your household water system is suitable, this dishwasher can be connected to a hot water supply for further economies.
  • Page 14: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time To open the door Safety lock ^ Press the release catch inside the Use the safety lock to prevent children door grip upwards and pull the door opening the dishwasher door. open. ^ To lock the door, push the slide If the door is opened during operation underneath the door grip to the right.
  • Page 15: Before Using The Appliance For The First Time You Require

    This is shown in °d - German scale, and * Miele branded products are can fluctuate depending on the quality available from the Miele Spare Parts of the water. Department or via the internet at ^ Switch the dishwasher off using the www.miele-shop.com.
  • Page 16: External Water Softening System

    Before using for the first time The number after the p in the display is External water softening the water hardness level in °d. system ^ Use the Start/Stop button to select If your dishwasher is connected to an the value which equates to the water external water softening system which hardness level of the water supplied uses salt to reactivate, you will still need...
  • Page 17: Filling The Salt Reservoir

    Before using for the first time Filling the salt reservoir If the water in your area is very soft In order to achieve good cleaning and constantly lower than results, the dishwasher needs to 0.7 mmol/l (4 °d) you should still operate with soft water.
  • Page 18 Before using for the first time ^ When filling the salt reservoir only Do not fill the salt reservoir with open the door halfway to ensure water. that all the salt gets into the reservoir. ^ Press the button on the lid of the salt ^ Add salt only until the reservoir is full reservoir in the direction of the arrow or until water runs out of the opening.
  • Page 19: Salt Indicator

    (without any crockery in the dishwasher, and without selecting the Turbo extra option) to remove any traces of salt from the cabinet. Miele branded dishwasher salt is available from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet at www.miele-shop.com.
  • Page 20: Rinse Aid

    Only pour rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers into the reservoir. Miele branded rinse aid is available from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet at ^ Press the button on the lid of the www.miele-shop.com.
  • Page 21: Rinse Aid Indicator

    Before using for the first time Rinse aid indicator When the light comes on the reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programmes only. ^ Add rinse aid in plenty of time. If the "Combi tab" function has been selected the rinse aid indicator light will not come on (see "Additional functions, Extra options").
  • Page 22: Setting The Rinse Aid Dosage

    Before using for the first time Setting the rinse aid dosage ^ Press the Delay start button three times. You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for best results. The "Delay start" indicator will flash briefly three times at intervals. The rinse aid dosage can be set from p 3 will flash in the Time display.
  • Page 23: Loading The Dishwasher

    Loading the dishwasher Note – Wide based items should be placed at an angle so that water can run off Remove coarse food residues from them freely. crockery. – The spray arms must not be blocked There is no need to rinse items under by items which are too tall or hang running water.
  • Page 24: Items Not Suitable For Dishwashers

    Loading the dishwasher Items not suitable for We recommend: dishwashers: – When purchasing new crockery and cutlery, make sure they are – Wooden cutlery and crockery or dishwasher-proof. items with wooden parts: these may discolour and fade. The glue used in –...
  • Page 25: Upper Basket

    Loading the dishwasher Upper basket Removable spiked insert The spiked insert can be removed to For safety reasons, do not make more room for larger items such operate the dishwasher without the as casserole dishes. upper and lower baskets in place. To remove the insert a: ^ Use the upper basket for small, ^ Pull it upwards by the handle as...
  • Page 26: Hinged Cup Rack

    Loading the dishwasher Hinged cup rack Positioning rail (depending on model) ^ To make room for tall items, raise the Glasses can be arranged along the rack upwards. positioning rail to give them some support during the programme. G 2XXX models: You can set the cup rack at two different heights.
  • Page 27: Support Rail

    Loading the dishwasher Support rail This support is designed to hold tall glasses and glasses with stems securely. ^ Lower the support and lean tall glasses against it. ^ You can also remove a section of the cutlery tray to make more room for tall glasses.
  • Page 28: Adjusting The Upper Basket

    Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the upper basket Depending on the setting of the upper basket, the following plate dimensions In order to gain more space for taller can be accommodated. pieces of crockery in the bottom or upper basket, the upper basket can be Dishwasher with cutlery tray adjusted on three levels with 2 cm (see data plate for model number)
  • Page 29: Lower Basket

    Loading the dishwasher Lower basket Vario inserts The vario inserts are used for washing cups, glasses, plates, saucers, pots and pans. ^ For larger and heavier items such as plates, serving platters, saucepans, bowls, etc. Small items such as saucers can also ^ The cup rack can be raised to make be placed in the lower basket.
  • Page 30: Bottle Holder

    Loading the dishwasher Narrow vario insert Bottle holder You can remove the narrow vario insert The bottle holder can be used to wash to make more room for larger items of narrow items, e.g. milk and baby crockery, e.g. a large, flat pot, or bottles.
  • Page 31: Cutlery

    Loading the dishwasher Cutlery Cutlery tray (depending on model) If spoon handles do not fit between the holders, then lay them the other way round. ^ Arrange the cutlery in the tray as shown. To make unloading much easier, cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, one for spoons, etc.
  • Page 32: Cutlery Basket (Depending On Model)

    Loading the dishwasher Cutlery basket (depending on model) ^ Fit it into the cutlery basket if required. ^ To avoid the risk of injury, knives and forks should be placed with the handles upwards in the basket. However, cutlery placed handle down in the basket will come out cleaner and drier.
  • Page 33: Operation

    Combi tabs are available as "3 in 1" or, Miele branded dishwasher cleaning when they also contain other components products are available from the Miele such as glass and stainless steel Spare Parts Department or via the protective additives and enhanced Internet at www.miele-shop.com.
  • Page 34: Adding Detergent

    Operation The flap is always open at the end of a Avoid inhalation of powder programme. detergents and do not ingest dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher detergents contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which can cause burning in the nose, mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing.
  • Page 35: Switching On

    Operation Switching on Starting a programme ^ Make sure the spray arms are not ^ Select the programme required with obstructed. the programme selector button. ^ Close the door. The indicator light for the programme selected comes on. ^ Open the stopcock, if it is closed. The programme duration will appear in ^ Switch the dishwasher on with the hours and minutes in the Time display.
  • Page 36: Time Display

    Operation Time display Programme sequence indicators The duration of the programme selected appears in hours and minutes After a programme has been started, in the Time display before the the current stage of the programme is programme begins. During the indicated by the programme sequence programme the time left until the end of indicator lights.
  • Page 37: Switching Off

    Operation Switching off Interrupting a programme At the end of a programme: A programme is interrupted as soon as the door is opened. ^ Switch the dishwasher off with the When the door is closed again, the On/Off button K. programme will continue from the point it was at before the door was opened.
  • Page 38: Additional Functions

    Additional functions Extra options Combi tabs The "Extras" button is used for selecting To ensure excellent results you can the "Turbo" and "Combi tabs" options. programme your dishwasher for the type of detergent you are using. ^ Switch the dishwasher on with the Use the Extras button to select between On/Off button K.
  • Page 39: Delay Start

    Additional functions Delay start ^ Switch the dishwasher on with the On/Off button K. The start time of a programme can be delayed, e.g. to benefit from economy The Start/Stop indicator light will flash. rates of electricity. A delay start time of ^ Select the programme required with between 30 minutes and 24 hours can the programme selector button.
  • Page 40 Additional functions The time starts counting down until the Starting a programme before the programme start time: in 1 hour steps Delay start period has elapsed: for delay start periods of over 10 hours, A programme can be started before the and in minutes for delay start periods of Delay start period has elapsed.
  • Page 41: Factory Default Setting

    Additional functions Factory default setting The flashing sequence in the Time display shows whether a setting other If you have altered any settings from than the factory default setting has the factory default, you can re-set them been set. back to the factory default settings as –...
  • Page 42: Adjust Sensor Wash

    Additional functions Adjust Sensor wash The message flashing in the Time display shows whether the "Adjust You can adjust the Sensor wash Sensor wash" function is activated or programme so that it will remove deactivated. stubborn soiling in a lightly soiled load. –...
  • Page 43: Cleaning And Care

    The outer surfaces of the surface to alter or discolour. dishwasher are susceptible to scratching. ^ Clean the front using a damp Miele Contact with unsuitable cleaning microfibre E-cloth* or with a sponge agents can alter or discolour the and a solution of hot water and outer surfaces.
  • Page 44: Checking The Filters In The Wash Cabinet

    Cleaning and care Checking the filters in the Cleaning the filters wash cabinet ^ Switch the dishwasher off. The filter combination in the base of the wash cabinet retains coarse soil from the suds solution, preventing it accessing the circulation system and re-entering the cabinet through the spray arms.
  • Page 45 Cleaning and care ^ Replace the filter combination so that To clean the inside of the filter, the flap must be opened: it lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet. ^ Press catches a together in the ^ Then turn the handle clockwise to direction of the arrows as shown, and open the filter b.
  • Page 46: Cleaning The Spray Arms

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the spray arms ^ Remove the lower basket. Particles of food can get stuck in the spray arm jets and bearings. The spray arms should therefore be inspected and cleaned regularly (approx. every 4 - 6 months). ^ Switch the dishwasher off.
  • Page 47: Problem Solving Guide

    Problem solving guide With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be easily corrected without calling in a Miele service technician, saving you both time and money. Repairs should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and trained person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations.
  • Page 48 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The buzzer sounds. There may be a – Switch the dishwasher off with the On/Off button K. The Wash/Rinse and technical fault. Drying indicator lights After a few seconds: flash simultaneously. – Switch the dishwasher Fault code FXX shows back on.
  • Page 49: Water Inlet / Drain Fault

    Problem solving guide Water inlet / drain fault Problem Possible cause Remedy The buzzer sounds. The stopcock is Open the stopcock fully. The Inlet/Drain check closed. indicator alternately flashes and lights up constantly. The buzzer sounds. Before rectifying the problem The dishwasher stops you must: during a programme.
  • Page 50: General Problems

    Problem solving guide General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The Salt indicator light The salt reservoir lid Close it properly. starts flashing has not been closed correcly. The dishwasher stops. The salt reservoir lid – Switch the dishwasher off with the On/Off button K. has not be closed The Salt indicator starts flashing.
  • Page 51 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Detergent residue is The dispenser was still Make sure the dispenser is left in the dispenser at damp when detergent dry before adding detergent. the end of a was added. programme. The detergent Clogged detergent Clean the detergent from the dispenser lid cannot...
  • Page 52: Noises

    Problem solving guide Noises Problem Possible cause Remedy Knocking noise in the A spray arm is knocking Interrupt the programme, wash cabinet. against an item in a and rearrange the items basket. which are obstructing the spray arm. Items of crockery are Interrupt the programme, Rattling noise in the wash cabinet.
  • Page 53: Unsatisfactory Washing Result

    Problem solving guide Unsatisfactory washing result Problem Possible cause Remedy The dishes are not The dishes were not loaded See notes in "Loading the clean. correctly. dishwasher" The programme was not Select a more intensive powerful enough. programme. See "Programme chart". There is some stubborn Use the Adjust Sensor wash soiling although most of the...
  • Page 54 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Dishes, cutlery and The amount of rinse aid may Replenish the reservoir, glasses are not dry be insufficient, or the rinse increase the dosage or or are flecked. aid reservoir empty. change the brand of rinse aid.
  • Page 55 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Glassware has a This may be caused by the Change your detergent. brown or blue tinge, detergent. and film cannot be wiped off. Glassware is dull The glassware is not There is no remedy. and discoloured;...
  • Page 56: Maintenance

    ^ Replace the filter and seal, making union. This filter is available from the Miele Spares Parts dept. sure they are sitting correctly. ^ Reconnect the inlet hose to the Cleaning the filter:...
  • Page 57: Cleaning The Drain Pump And Non-Return Valve

    Maintenance Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If the water has not been pumped away at the end of a programme the drain pump or the non-return valve might be blocked. They are, however, easy to clean. ^ Disconnect the dishwasher from the mains supply.
  • Page 58: Programme Chart

    Programme chart Programme When to use Sensor wash Sensor controlled programme for normally soiled crockery Quick wash Quick wash programme for lightly soiled crockery, e.g. party crockery; 40°C for flushing out salt residues after replenishing the salt reservoir; includes sensor controlled glass care system; not suitable for tablet detergents.
  • Page 59 Programme chart Programme sequence Consumption Duration Energy Water Pre- Main Interim Final Drying Cold Litres Cold wash wash rinse rinse water water water water °C °C connec- connec- connec- connec- tion tion tion tion (15 °C) (55 °C) (15 °C) (55 °C) h:min h:min...
  • Page 60: After Sales Service

    – Your Miele dealer, or with advances in technology. – the Miele Customer Contact Centre The "PC" indicator light is used as the (see back cover for address). interface for this programming.
  • Page 61: Optional Accessories

    Optional accessories To make the most of your dishwasher Optional accessories for particular purposes are available from your Miele dealer, the Spare Parts Department or online at www.miele-shop.com (some may be supplied as standard, depending on model). If you would like to …...
  • Page 62: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363 The fuse cover must be refitted when All electrical work must be changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover carried out by a suitably qualified is lost, the plug must not be used until a and competent person, in suitable replacement is obtained.
  • Page 63: Plumbing

    30 and 1000 kPa (0.3 and 10 bar). Providing your dishwasher has been If the water pressure is too high, a installed correctly, the Miele waterproof pressure reducer valve must be anti-leak system will protect you from fitted. water damage throughout its lifetime.
  • Page 64: Drainage

    Plumbing Drainage Venting the drainage system – The appliance drainage system is If the on-site drain connection is fitted with a non-return valve, which situated lower than the guide path for prevents dirty water from flowing the bottom basket rollers in the open back into the dishwasher via the door, the drainage system must be drain hose.
  • Page 65: Technical Data

    Technical data Dishwasher model G 1XXX G 2XXX Height freestanding 84.5 cm (adjustable +3.5 cm) Height built-in 80.5 cm 84.5 cm (adjustable + 6.5 cm) (adjustable + 6.5 cm) Height of building-in Min. 80.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm) Min. 84.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm) recess Width 59.8 cm...
  • Page 68 Alteration rights reserved/ M.-Nr. 06 992 161 / 00 G1542/G1552/G2542/G2552 / 4407...

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