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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating instructions for G 886 dishwasher ö] To prevent accidents and machine damage, read the Operating Instructions before installing or using the machine. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Guide to the appliance ..........4 View of the dishwasher . - Page 3 Contents Operating the dishwasher ......... . 29 Adding detergent.
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Page 4: Guide To The Appliance
Guide to the appliance Guide to the appliance View of the dishwasher 1 Upper spray arm (not visible) 8 Four height adjustable feet 2 Cutlery tray (select models) 9 Filter combination 3 Upper basket 10 Salt reservoir 4 Water feed for middle spray arm 11 Dual compartment detergent dispenser 5 Middle spray arm... -
Page 5: Control Panel (Fascia )
Guide to the appliance Control panel (fascia ) 14 “On/Off” button 20 “Top Solo” button 15 Time display 21 “Start” button 16 Program sequence display 22 Child safety lock 17 Check/Refill indicators 23 Door release 18 Program selector with light ring 24 Vent for drying fan 19 “Delay Start”... -
Page 6: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Repairs should only be performed by a qualified and competent per- son. Disconnect the appliance from the Please follow all basic safety power supply before servicing (pull out precautions when operating the plug or “trip” the circuit breaker). this dishwasher. -
Page 7: Save These Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When loading dishes and cutlery: – Place sharp items away from the door seal to prevent damaging the seal. – Load knives pointing down to prevent injuries. Do not wash plastic items unless they are labeled “dishwasher safe”. For items not labeled, check the manu- facturer’s recommendations. -
Page 8: Instructions Importantes Sur La Sécurité
INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES SUR LA SÉCURITÉ INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES SUR LA SÉCURITÉ AVERTISSEMENT Les réparations doivent être effectuées uniquement par une personne compétente. Débrancher Au moment d’utiliser votre l’appareil de la prise de courant avant lave-vaisselle, veuillez ob- d’en faire l’entretien (enlever la fiche de server toutes les mesures de la prise ou fermer le disjoncteur). - Page 9 INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES SUR LA SÉCURITÉ Au moment de remplir le lave-vaisselle : – Mettre les articles pointus de manière à ce qu’ils n’endommagent pas le seau étanche de la porte. – Mettre le tranchant des couteaux vers le bas afin d’éviter les risques de blessure.
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Page 10: Caring For The Environment
Caring for the environment Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Energy saving washing material This dishwasher is exceptionally eco- nomical in the use of water and electric- The cardboard box and packing mate- ity. For best results follow these tips: rial protects the appliance during ship- ping. -
Page 11: Before Using For The First Time
If you are not satisfied with the pany, or by using a test kit that can be wash results, try another brand of de- purchased from the Miele Technical tergent. service Department. The salt reservoir must only be filled Load dishes correctly with water and salt. -
Page 12: To Open The Door
Before using for the first time Before using for the first time To open the door Child Safety Lock The yellow key for the Child Safety Lock is shipped on one of the spikes at the front of the upper basket. -
Page 13: Water Softener
Before using for the first time Water softener Settings To achieve good cleaning results, the Setting shown in dishwasher needs soft water. Hard wa- gr/gal time display ter results in the build up of calcium de- posits on tableware and in the dish- washer. -
Page 14: Programming And Setting The Water Hardness Level
Before using for the first time Programming and setting the If you wish to program a different water hardness level: water hardness level ^ Press the “Top Solo” button repeat- The water hardness level of your water edly until the value corresponding to supply must be programmed into the your water hardness level appears in dishwasher using the buttons on the... -
Page 15: Setting The Water Hardness Selector In The Wash Cabinet
Before using for the first time Setting the water hardness selector in the wash cabinet ^ Turn off the dishwasher with the “On/Off” button. The water hardness selector in the wash cabinet must be set according to the following table. The correct water hardness setting will enhance wash results. -
Page 16: Before Using For The First Time
Before using for the first time Before using for the first time Filling the salt reservoir To fill the salt reservoir: ^ Remove the lower basket. If your water hardness level is greater than 8 gr/gal, the salt reservoir should ^ Unscrew and remove the salt reser- be filled before the first use and when voir cap. -
Page 17: Salt Indicator
Before using for the first time Salt indicator Bypassing the Salt indicator To bypass the salt indicator, you will When the salt reservoir is empty, the need a screwdriver and needle nose “Salt-PC” indicator will light, indicating pliers. that it should be refilled with reactiva- tion salt. -
Page 18: Rinse Aid
Before using for the first time Rinse aid Adding rinse aid Rinse aid is recommended to prevent spotting on dishes and glassware that normally occurs during the drying cycle. Filling the rinse aid reservoir with detergent will damage the reservoir. Only pour rinse aid formulated for residential dishwashers into the reservoir. -
Page 19: Rinse Aid Indicator
Before using for the first time Rinse aid indicator The rinse aid indicator on the control panel will light when the rinse aid reser- voir needs refilling. ^ Pour liquid rinse aid into the reservoir until it is visible on the surface of the screen. -
Page 20: Setting The Dosage
Before using for the first time Setting the dosage The dosage selector is preset to 3. This dispenses approximately 3 ml of rinse aid per program. It can be adjusted from 1 to 6, depending on your needs. ^ Use a higher setting if spots appear on dry glassware. -
Page 21: Loading The Dishwasher
Loading the dishwasher Loading the dishwasher ^ Small cups and glasses should be Do not wash items soiled with ash, wax, grease or paint in the dish- placed on the cup racks. Taller mugs washer. and glasses can be placed under- Ash does not dissolve and will be neath the rack. -
Page 22: Loading Examples
Loading the dishwasher Loading the dishwasher Loading examples Using “Top Solo” If “Top Solo” has been selected for use Upper basket with a wash program, all items must be loaded into the upper basket and cut- lery tray. If your machine has a cutlery basket, space the items so that water can reach all sides of the cutlery. -
Page 23: Adjustable Cup Racks
Loading the dishwasher Loading the dishwasher Adjustable cup racks Coffee bar (select models) To allow water to run off the bottom of To make room for tall glasses raise coffee mugs, place slanted on top of the rack and lower it to double stack the coffee bar. -
Page 24: Adjusting The Upper Basket
Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the upper basket Depending on the setting of the upper basket, the following plate dimensions The upper basket height is adjustable. can be accommodated: If tall items are being washed, more room can be created by raising or low- Upper Plate diameter ering the upper basket. -
Page 25: Lower Basket
Loading the dishwasher Lower basket Height limit The guide at the front of the upper bas- For larger and heavier items such as ket determines the maximum height for plates, serving platters, sauce pans, items placed in the lower basket so that bowls. -
Page 26: Glassware Insert
Loading the dishwasher Glassware insert Bottle holder The insert for glasses can be fitted in The bottle holder e.g. for milk or baby bottles, can be inserted into the bottom the left or right of the bottom basket in basket in more than one place. Position place of a removable insert. -
Page 27: Cutlery
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery Spoon heads should be placed so that water runs off freely. For best results cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, etc. making unloading easier. Place the blades of knives and the tines of forks between the holders. -
Page 28: Items Not Suitable For Dishwashers
Loading the dishwasher Items not suitable for dish- Miele recommends: washers: – Wash delicate glassware using the “Economy” program or the “China & – Cutlery with wooden handles. Crystal” program to reduce the risk – Wooden cutting boards. of clouding. -
Page 29: Operating The Dishwasher
Operating the dishwasher Operating the dishwasher ^ Close the cover. The cover will al- Adding detergent ways be open at the end of a wash Only use powder detergents or tab- program (except “Rinse & Hold” ). lets formulated for residential dish- Generally, filling the dispenser with washers. -
Page 30: Program Selection
Operating the dishwasher Choosing a program Program selection “Energy Saver” Program Approximately 0.20 kWh of electricity is Choose a wash program depending on used during this cycle. the type of dishes and the degree of soiling. ^ Use this program for light to normally soiled dishes. -
Page 31: Turning On The Dishwasher
Operating the dishwasher Note: Turning on the dishwasher ^ Check that the spray arms are not If selecting “Delay Start” or “Top Solo” this must be done before the program blocked. is started (see “Additional features”). ^ Close the door. ^ Press the “Start”... -
Page 32: Program Sequence Indicator Lights
Operating the dishwasher Program sequence indicator Light ring (18) lights (16) The light ring illuminates when the dish- washer is turned on and goes out at the Once a program has been started the end of a program. program sequence indicator lights (16) It will come on again if the program se- show which stage of a program is cur- lector is turned to “Stop”... -
Page 33: At The End Of A Program
Operating the dishwasher At the end of a program Turning off the dishwasher A program has finished when there are At the end of a program: no indicator lights illuminated in the ^ Turn the program selector (18) to program sequence display (16) and “0” “Stop”. -
Page 34: Interrupting A Program
Operating the dishwasher Interrupting a program Changing a program A program is interrupted as soon as the If a program has already started and door is opened. you wish to change it proceed as fol- If the door is closed again, the program lows: will continue from the point it was at be- ^ Turn the program selector (18) to the... -
Page 35: Additional Features
Operating the dishwasher Additional features “Top Solo” (20) “Top Solo” is recommended when there Because a smaller load is being is only a small load to clean. With this washed the amount of detergent rec- function most of the water is directed ommended can be reduced to approxi- mately 2/3 of the total amount for the full only to the top and middle spray arms... - Page 36 Operating the dishwasher ^ Turn the dishwasher on using the “On/Off” button (14). The light ring around the program se- lector (18) and the decimal point in the time display (15) will light. ^ Turn the program selector (18) clock- wise or counterclockwise to the se- lected program.
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Page 37: Delay Start
Operating the dishwasher Delay start (19) > ^ Press button The starting time of a program can be (19). delayed between 30 minutes and 24 The last delay start time used will show hours. in the time display (15). The “Time Left” With a delay start time between 30 min- indicator light (15) goes out and the utes and 9 hours 30 minutes the delay... - Page 38 Operating the dishwasher ^ Press the “Start” button (21). When using the “Delay Start” func- The “Start” indicator (21) goes out, and tion, make sure that the compart- the light ring goes out 10 minutes later. ment is dry before adding deter- If one of the buttons on the control gent.
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Page 39: Unloading The Dishwasher
Operating the dishwasher Unloading the dishwasher ^ Dishes tend to break and chip more easily when hot. Let dishes cool until they are comfortable enough to han- dle before unloading. ^ Dishes will cool much faster if the dishwasher door is opened a few inches after a program has finished. -
Page 40: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care Cleaning and care Check your dishwasher regularly Cleaning the filters in the wash (approx. every 4 - 6 months) to cabinet avoid faults and problems. ^ Turn the dishwasher off. The dishwasher must not be used without all filters in place. “Filter”... - Page 41 Cleaning and care ^ Reseat the filter combination so that To clean the underside of the filter, the flap must be opened: it lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet. ^ Pull back the yellow clip. ^ Secure the filter by turning the han- ^ Rinse all parts under running water, dle clockwise.
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Page 42: Cleaning The Spray Arms
Cleaning and care ^ Remove the lower basket. Cleaning the spray arms Sometimes particles of food get stuck in the spray arm jets. The spray arms should be inspected and cleaned every 4 - 6 months. ^ Turn off the dishwasher. Remove the spray arms as follows: ^ Take out the cutlery tray. -
Page 43: Cleaning The Wash Cabinet
Cleaning and care Cleaning the wash cabinet Cleaning the control panel ^ Clean the control panel with a damp Generally, the wash cabinet is self cleaning, provided that the correct cloth and mild detergent. amount of dishwasher detergent is used. Do not use abrasive, all purpose, or glass cleaners, they may damage If lime scale or grease deposits form,... -
Page 44: Problem Solving Guide
Problem solving guide Problem solving guide With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be corrected without a service call. Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in accor- dance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorized or incorrect re- pairs could cause personal injury or damage the machine. - Page 45 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The water valve is closed. Open the water valve The indicator light completely. “Intake/Drain” is flash- ing shortly after the If the program still does program has started not start: – Turn the program se- lector to the “Stop”...
- Page 46 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Before fixing the problem The indicator light you must: “Intake/Drain” is flash- – Turn the program se- ing and the program lector to the “Stop” po- does not continue sition. – Turn the dishwasher off using the “On/Off”...
- Page 47 If the three horizontal bars appear again at the end of the program, there is a technical fault. – Call the Miele Techni- cal Service Depart- ment. Despite the problem the dishwasher can be used in all programs but, the water will not heat.
- Page 48 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The rinse aid setting may Increase the dosage or Dishes and glasses are be insufficient, or the refill the reservoir, see not dry or are flecked rinse aid reservoir empty. “Before using for the first time”.
- Page 49 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The dishes are not clean The filter combination in Clean and/or refit the filter the base of the wash cab- combination correctly, inet is clogged or not cor- Clean the spray arms, rectly seated. see “Cleaning and care”.
- Page 50 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Reduce the dosage, see The rinse aid dosage is Smearing appears on “Before using for the first set too high. glasses and cutlery, time”. there is a bluish sheen on the surface of glass- ware;...
- Page 51 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Before fixing the problem: Water remains in the – Turn the program se- wash cabinet at the end lector to the “Stop” po- of a program sition. – Turn off the dishwasher using the “On/Off” but- ton.
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Page 52: Solving Problems
^ If your water contains a large number pliers and rinse under running water. of insoluble substances, a filter be- tween the valve and the intake hose connection is recommended. These filters can be purchased from the Miele Technical Service Department. -
Page 53: Cleaning The Drain Pump And Non-Return Valve
Solving problems Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve Use caution when cleaning the fil- ters, non-return valve or drain pump; glass or bone splinters may be caught in the bottom of the wash cabinet. If the dishwasher is not completely drained at the end of a program, the drain pump or non-return valve may be blocked. - Page 54 Solving problems ^ Pull out the non-return valve. The drain pump is situated under the non-return valve (see arrow). ^ Rinse the non-return valve under run- ^ Before returning the non-return valve, ning water. check to make sure that the drain pump is not obstructed.
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Page 55: After Sales Service
Program update function - PC or if the appliance is under warranty, The “PC” indicator has the function of please contact your Miele Dealer or the Program Correction (PC). This allows a Miele Technical Service Department. technician to update the programming... -
Page 56: Special Accessories
Special accessories Special accessories To make the most of your dishwasher If you would like... then you need..to wash bottles, ... a bottle holder e. g. milk or baby bottles ...to wash a large number ...a glassware insert for the bottom of glasses basket ... -
Page 57: Transport
Transport Transport To transport the dishwasher, e.g. when moving to a new home, note the follow- ing: – Empty the dishwasher, – Secure any loose parts, e. g. hoses, cables, cutlery baskets. – Transport the dishwasher in the up- right position. If unavoidable it may be transported on its back. -
Page 58: Program Chart
Program chart Program chart Program When to use Detergent chlorine containing free chlorine Compart- Compart- Compart- ment ment ment (Wash (Pre- (Wash cycle) wash) cycle) Normal for normal everyday loads 100 % 20 % 80 % 55 °C/130 °F Sani Wash as Normal 55 °C/130 °F, but with longer 100 % 20 %... - Page 59 Program chart Programcycle Usage Duration Electric Water Minutes (kWh) (approx.) Main Interim Final Drying Cold Liters/ Cold Pre- Pre- wash rinse rinse water water Gallons water water liminary wash con- con- con- con- pre- nection nection nection nection wash (10 °C/ (49 °C/ (10 °C/ (49 °C/...
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Page 60: Technical Data
Technical data Technical data Series designation HG01 Height 33 1/16" (84 cm) [adj.+ 2"/5.0 cm] Width 23 9/16" (59.8 cm) Width of cabinet opening 23 5/8" (60 cm) Depth 22 7/16" (57 cm) Depth with door open 47 7/16" (120.5 cm) Weight approx. - Page 64 Alteration rights reserved/ (G886) / 002 2000 These instructions are printed on 100% recycled paper and are completely Biodegradable.