Miele G 691 Operating Instructions Manual page 48

Problem solving guide
Problem
The "Water outlet" light
flashes, the programme
stops
Knocking noise
in the wash cabinet
Rattling noise
A whistling noise is
heard during the pro-
gramme
Knocking noise in the
water pipes
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Possible cause
The filter combination in
the wash cabinet is
clogged.
The drain pump or the
non-return valve may be
blocked.
The drain hose is kinked.
The spray arm is
knocking against an item
in the basket.
Items of crockery are
insecure in the wash
cabinet.
The axial face seal of the
circulation pump
sometimes makes a
whistling noise. This may
be caused by detergent.
This may be caused by
the on-site installation or
the cross-section of the
piping.
Remedy
Before rectifying the
problem you must:
– Press the "Start/Stop"
button for at least 1
second.
All indicator lights next to
the programme buttons
light up.
– Switch the dishwasher
off using the "On/Off"
button
Clean the filter
combination, see
"Cleaning and Care"
Clean the drain pump
and the non-return valve,
see appropriate section.
Remove the kink.
Interrupt the programme,
rearrange items which
are obstructing the spray
arms.
Interrupt the programme,
rearrange the items of
crockery.
This is not a problem. Try
out other detergents.
Consult the Miele Service
Department if the noise is
permanent.
This has no influence on
dishwasher function. If in
doubt contact a suitably
qualified plumber.