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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating instructions for Washing machine W 3164 WSS Edition 111 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. -
Page 2: Caring For Our Environment
Caring for our environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old machine material Electrical and electronic machines often contain valuable materials. They The packaging is designed to protect also contain materials which, if handled the machine from damage during or disposed of incorrectly, could be transportation. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Caring for our environment ......... 2 Warning and Safety instructions . - Page 4 Contents Changing the programme sequence ....... . . 29 Cancelling a programme ..........29 Interrupting a programme .
- Page 5 The Miele water safety system........
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Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation. - Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the machine unless they are constantly supervised. Children 8 years and older may only use the machine unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
- Page 8 Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can Miele guarantee the safety standards of the machine. Please observe the instructions in "Installation and connection"...
- Page 9 Warning and Safety instructions Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved service technician, otherwise any subsequent damage will not be covered by the guarantee.
- Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use The maximum load of dry laundry for this machine is 7 kg. See the "Programme chart" for the maximum recommended loads in individual programmes. Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur.
- Page 11 A special descaling agent is available to order from Miele (see "Optional accessories"). Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine.
- Page 12 Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated. A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked on top of a Miele washing machine using the appropriate stacking kit (available as an optional accessory). Please make sure you order the correct one for the Miele washing machine and Miele tumble dryer.
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Page 13: Operating The Washing Machine
Operating the washing machine Control panel a Display e Programme selector The display shows the programme For selecting the wash programme duration (time left). and temperature for that programme. The programme selector can be b Start button turned clockwise or anti-clockwise. Starts the wash programme. -
Page 14: Before Using For The First Time
Before using for the first time Before using the machine for the first time, ensure that it is correctly installed and connected. See "Installation and connection". Also check that the drain filter is securely tightened to prevent the risk of water leaks during use. -
Page 15: 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 16: How To Wash Correctly
How to wash correctly Brief instructions If you use a solvent-based The headings numbered A, B, C, . . . cleaning agent (e.g. one containing show the operating sequence and can benzine) to pre-treat a stain, make be used as brief instructions. sure that any plastic parts (e.g. - Page 17 How to wash correctly B Switch on the washing machine D Select a programme C Load the drum ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Unfold the laundry and load loosely into the drum. Mixing both large and small items gives better wash results and also helps distribute the load evenly during spinning.
- Page 18 How to wash correctly E Select any additional option(s) F Select a spin speed Each press of the top button selects the additional options in the following order: Soak, Pre-wash or Short or no option. Use the lower button to select the Water plus option.
- Page 19 How to wash correctly G 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.
- Page 20 How to wash correctly H Start the programme ^ Press the flashing Start button. I Unload the drum 0 will appear in the display at the end of the programme. The washing machine will switch off automatically 15 minutes after the end of the anti-crease phase.
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Page 21: Extras
Extras You can use the extra option buttons to The following extra options can be augment the wash programmes. selected in addition to the programme: Short Only one of the following can be selected at a time: Short, Pre-wash or For light to normal soiling with no visible Soak. -
Page 22: Spinning
Spinning Final spin speed Rinse and interim spin There is a spin after the main wash and Programme between the rinses. A reduction in the Cottons 1400 final spin speed will also reduce the Minimum iron 1200 interim spin speed. If a spin speed of Delicates less than 700 rpm is selected for a Cottons programme, an additional rinse... -
Page 23: Programme Chart
Programme chart Cottons 90°C / 30°C Max. load 7.0 kg Use for Cotton, linen or cotton mix fabric, e.g. table linen, towelling, underwear, T-shirts etc. Note Where particularly high levels of hygiene are required please select 90°C. Cottons Max. load 7.0 kg Use for Normally soiled cotton garments Note... - Page 24 Programme chart Automatic 40°C Max. load 3.5 kg Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum Use for iron programmes. Sort according to colour. Note The wash parameters (e.g. water level, wash rhythm and spin speed) are adjusted automatically in this programme to ensure the best possible care and wash result for each item.
- Page 25 Programme chart Woollens / cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg Use for Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics. If the care label does not specify a temperature, wash using the cold setting. Note Reduce the spin speed for items which crease easily. Drain / Spin –...
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Page 26: Programme Sequence
Programme sequence Main wash Rinses Spinning Water Wash Water Rinses Interim Final level rhythm level spin spin 1)2) Cottons Minimum iron Delicates – Automatic Dark garments Shirts – Denim – Express Silks / – Woollens / Drain / Spin – –... - Page 27 Programme sequence d = Low water level Special features in the programme sequences: ( = Medium water level Anti-crease: e = High water level At the end of the programme, the drum = Intensive rhythm continues to turn at intervals for up to = Normal rhythm 30 minutes to help prevent creasing.
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Page 28: Garment Care Label Symbols
Garment care label symbols Washing Drying The figure quoted in the bucket is the The number of dots indicates the maximum temperature the garment drying temperature can be washed at. The number of Normal temperature bars under the symbol indicates the Low temperature level of agitation permitted. -
Page 29: Changing The Programme Sequence
Changing the programme sequence Cancelling a programme Making changes to a programme You can cancel a programme at any time after it has started. After the start of a programme it is no longer possible to select a different Turn the programme selector to Finish. programme. -
Page 30: Adding Or Removing Laundry After A Programme Has Started
Changing the programme sequence Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ^ Press the Door button in until the drum door springs open. ^ Add or remove items. ^ Close the door. The programme will continue automatically. Please note: Once a programme has started the machine cannot recognise any adjustment to the load. -
Page 31: Detergent
Do not use biological detergents on silk as the enzymes may damage the silk! Instructions for use and recommended dosage amounts are given on the detergent packaging. See "Optional accessories" at the end of this booklet for details of Miele branded care products including detergents and fabric conditioner. - Page 32 Liquid 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 j. Add liquid detergent to this container for the main wash and...
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Page 33: Water Softeners
Heavily soiled Visible dirt and stains and/or dried on Miele branded water softening tablets soiling. are available from Miele. See "Optional accessories". – The water hardness level. Check with your local water supplier Use a quantity of detergent as for soft if you do not know the hardness level water. -
Page 34: Fabric Conditioners And Liquid Starch
Detergent Fabric conditioners and liquid If starching frequently, the dispenser starch compartment and especially the Fabric conditioners make garments soft siphon tube and fabric conditioner to handle and help prevent static cling channel will need regular cleaning to when tumble drying. remove any residual starch. -
Page 35: Cleaning And Care
If you have no be hosed down. reason to wash occasionally at high temperatures, then run a Cottons 90°C A range of Miele branded cleaning and programme with detergent but no conditioning agents is available to laundry at regular intervals. - Page 36 Cleaning and care Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing ^ Clean the siphon. 1. Remove the siphon from ^ Use a bottle brush to remove compartment § and rinse under hot detergent residues and limescale running water. Clean the siphon tube from the jets inside the detergent in the same way.
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Page 37: Cleaning The Water Inlet Filters
Cleaning and care Cleaning the water inlet filters To clean the filter in the water inlet valve: The washing machine has two filters to ^ Using pliers, carefully loosen the protect the inlet valves. ribbed plastic nut on the inlet valve These filters should be checked every and unscrew. -
Page 38: 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 39: The Wash Programme Stops And A Fault Code Appears In The Display
Open the stopcock. blocked. The filter in the water Clean the filter. inlet hose is dirty The water safety system Call Miele Service. has reacted. The fault code FXX There is a fault. Start the programme again. If shows in the display. -
Page 40: A Fault Code Appears But The Wash Programme Continues As Normal
Problem solving guide A fault code appears but the wash programme continues as normal. Remedy A Problem Possible cause The fault code F16 Excessive foam has Use less detergent next time shows in the display. built up during and follow the manufacturer's washing. -
Page 41: General Problems
Problem solving guide General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine shakes The machine feet are not Level the machine (see during the spin cycle. level. "Installation and connection"). The laundry has not The machine detected an Include both large and been spun properly and imbalance during the final small items in the load as... -
Page 42: An Unsatisfactory Wash Result
Problem solving guide An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy Liquid detergent Liquid detergents – Use a general purpose does not give the usually contain no detergent containing a required result. bleaching agents. bleaching agent. They do not remove –... -
Page 43: 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 washing machine is switch the machine on with the K button. not connected to the electricity supply and/or is not switched on. -
Page 44: 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 Caution: if laundry has been event of a blocked drain outlet washed at a high temperature, water and/or power failure draining out of the machine will still ^ Switch the washing machine off. be hot. - Page 45 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. To avoid loss of detergent, pour approx. 2 litres of water into the detergent dispenser drawer after cleaning the drain filter.
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Page 46: After Sales Service
Miele service – your Miele Dealer or technicians during servicing work for testing purposes and for updating the – Miele (see back cover for contact machine's programme data. details). When contacting your Dealer or Miele, Guarantee... -
Page 47: Installation And Connection
Installation and connection Front view a Inlet hose (tested to withstand h Detergent dispenser drawer pressure of at least 7,000 kPa) i Drum door b Electricity supply cable j Access to drain filter, drain pump c - f Flexible drain hose (with and emergency release detachable elbow) k Handle recesses for moving the... -
Page 48: Rear View
Installation and connection Rear view a Protruding lid for holding when e Transport clip for inlet and drain moving the machine hoses b Electricity supply cable f Safety cap for transit bars c Inlet hose (tested to withstand g Transport clip for inlet and drain pressure of at least 7,000 kPa) hoses and for storing transit bars when not in use. -
Page 49: Installation Surface
(available from the 1. Pull on the attached stopper, Miele Spare Parts Dept). Otherwise 2. then use a screwdriver to release the there is the danger of the machine catch at the top. - Page 50 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 51: 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 the top catch is located above the holder. -
Page 52: 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 53: Building Under A Continuous Worktop/In A Kitchen Run
Installation and connection Washer and Dryer stack The fitting of building-under kits* A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked and stacking kits* must only be with the washing machine. A "WTV" undertaken by qualified and stacking kit* is necessary. competent persons, in accordance... -
Page 54: The Miele Water Safety System
Installation and connection The Miele water safety system – Overflow protection The Miele water safety system protects This prevents the washing machine the washing machine from water taking in too much water. If the damage. water level exceeds a certain level,... -
Page 55: Connection To The Water Supply
DIN Longer hoses 2.5 or 4.0 m in length are regulations. available from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department as The machine is designed to operate optional extras. -
Page 56: 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. * For a delivery head of more than 1 m a Adapter (up to a max. -
Page 57: 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 58: Consumption Data
Consumption data Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration Residual moisture in kWh in litres Cottons 90°C 7.0 kg 2.20 2 h 29 min 7.0 kg 1.10 2 h 14 min 3.5 kg 0.87 1 h 58 min 3.5 kg 0.60 2 h 15 min Minimum iron 40°C... -
Page 59: Technical Data
Technical data Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 610 mm Depth with door open 987 mm Height for building under 820 mm Width for building under 600 mm Depth for building under 600 mm Weight 101 kg Capacity 7 kg dry laundry Voltage see data plate Connected load... -
Page 60: Programmable Functions
Programmable functions Before you begin, ensure that: The programmable functions can be – The washing machine is switched off. used to alter the machine's electronics to suit changing – The machine door is closed properly. requirements. – The programme selector is at Finish. Programmable functions can be A Press the Start button and keep it altered at any time. -
Page 61: Gentle Action
Programmable functions A Press the Start button and keep it Gentle action pressed in whilst carrying out steps B-C. Activating Gentle action reduces the drum action and is suitable for B Switch the machine on with the K washing slightly soiled items more button. -
Page 62: Suds Cooling
Programmable functions A Press the Start button and keep it Suds cooling pressed in whilst carrying out steps B-C. When this is activated, additional water flows into the drum at the end B Switch the machine on with the K of the main wash to cool the suds button. -
Page 63: Memory Function
Programmable functions A Press the Start button and keep it Memory function pressed in whilst carrying out steps B-C. If an extra option is selected for a programme, and / or the spin speed B Switch the machine on with the K is altered, the machine stores these button. -
Page 64: Soak Duration
Programmable functions A Press the Start button and keep it Soak duration pressed in whilst carrying out steps A length of time of between 30 minutes B-C. and 2 hours can be programmed in B Switch the machine on with the K 30 minute increments for the soak process. -
Page 65: Optional Accessories
All the products can also be ordered Miele proofing agent from Miele (see back cover for contact details). This special finishing agent reproofs garments against wind and water and provides a dirt-repellent finish whilst retaining elasticity and breathability. - Page 66 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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