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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. 09 255 920

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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

    Loading the dishwasher ........
  • Page 3 Unloading the dishwasher ........
  • Page 4 Plumbing............75 The Miele waterproof anti-leak system ....... . . 75 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 Safety lock in door grip (not visible) d Middle spray arm j Rinse aid reservoir e Air inlet for drying k Dual compartment detergent (depending on model)

  • Page 6: Control Panel

    See next page for more information. programming data in the future. This instruction book applies to several different dishwasher models. The specific dishwasher models are referred to as follows: Standard = 80.5 cm high dishwashers (integrated) and 84.5 cm high dishwashers (freestanding)

  • Page 7: Miele{Home

    SuperVision master appliance h iPod* or iPhone* d Power supply i Connection with a domestic bus system display e Miele|home Gateway j Possible internet connection f (WLAN) Router * iPod und iPhone are registered trade marks of Apple Inc.
  • Page 8 Depending on country, this appliance is Smart Grid / SmartStart communication enabled and can be Smart Grid enabled appliances can be linked into the Miele|home system via started automatically to take advantage a communication module b (optional of cheaper electricity tariffs. Reduced accessory).

  • Page 9: Warning And Safety Instructions

    – Shops controls. They will not understand the – Offices and showrooms potential dangers posed by it.
  • Page 10 For the same reason it swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Keep should not be installed next to open children away from the dishwasher fires or other appliances which give off when the door is open.
  • Page 11 (e.g. on a ship). dangerous. If the dishwasher gets damaged, switch it off at the mains and Do not install the dishwasher in a call your Miele Dealer or the Miele Ser- room where there is a risk of frost.

  • Page 12: Correct Use

    Do not use solvents in the and connected in compliance with the dishwasher. Danger of explosion. diagram supplied. Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher The dishwasher must be correctly detergent. Dishwasher detergents aligned to ensure problem-free contain irritant or corrosive ingredients operation.
  • Page 13 Make sure you have picked appliance. Using spare parts or up the correct packet of dishwasher accessories from other manufacturers salt before filling the salt reservoir! will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele Only use special coarse grained cannot accept liability.

  • Page 14: Caring For Our Environment

    Caring for our 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 15: Energy Saving Dishwashing

    ^ If your household water system is suitable, this dishwasher can be connected to a hot water supply. Without heater Select the programme when washing lightly to normally soiled dishes.

  • Page 16: Before Using For The First Time

    Danger of injury. Safety lock Use the safety lock to prevent children opening the dishwasher door. At the end of programmes with a drying phase (see "Programme chart"), the door will open automatically a little in order to help the drying process.

  • Page 17: Display

    To save energy, the dishwasher to the next menu or to another level. switches off after a few minutes if you do not start a programme or touch...

  • Page 18: Basic Settings

    Basic settings Welcome screen ^ Switch the dishwasher on using the K sensor. If the dishwasher is being switched on for the first time, the welcome screen will appear after a few seconds. Language The display will then change automatically to the screen for setting the language.
  • Page 19 Before using for the first time Time (of day) The display will then change to the screen for setting the time. Time OK ! ^ Set the hours with the sensors and confirm with Then set and confirm the minutes, and confirm with Display The display will then change to the screen for setting the display for the time of day.
  • Page 20 Before using for the first time – The dishwasher must be The dishwasher is programmed at the programmed for the water hardness factory for a water hardness level of in your area. 2.7 mmol/l (15 °d - German scale). ^ Select the water hardness you want, –...

  • Page 21: Water Softener

    This takes place automatically in the integrated water softener. The water softener in this dishwasher is suitable for a water hardness level of up to 12.6 mmol/l (70 °d - German scale). – The water softener requires dishwasher salt.

  • Page 22: Programming The Water Hardness Level

    °d - Value German mmol/l °f displayed ^ Switch the dishwasher on with the K scale sensor if it is switched off. The main menu will appear in the display. If the memory function is activated, the programme menu for the programme last selected will be displayed instead (see "Settings menu...

  • Page 23: Before Using The Appliance For The First Time, You Require

    – approx. 1 kg dishwasher salt*, and constantly lower than 0.7 mmol/l (4 °d - German scale), – domestic dishwasher detergent*, you do not need to add dishwasher – rinse aid* formulated for domestic salt. The water softener must, dishwashers.
  • Page 24 ^ After filling the salt reservoir, run the Quick wash programme immediately ^ Lift up the funnel. (without any crockery in the dishwasher, and without selecting the Turbo function) to remove any traces of salt water from the cabinet.

  • Page 25: Salt Indicator

    Before using for the first time Salt indicator If you only ever use combination ^ Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher products containing salt and rinse salt for reactivation when the aid in your dishwasher, you can Insufficient salt message switch the messages off if you wish appears.

  • Page 26: Rinse Aid

    Do not use vinegar with a higher acid content (e.g. vinegar essence containing 25% acid). This would damage the dishwasher. If you only ever use combination products containing rinse aid in your dishwasher, you do not need to add rinse aid.

  • Page 27: Rinse Aid Low" Message

    The "Rinse aid low" message will go out. If you only ever use combination products containing salt and rinse aid in your dishwasher, you can ^ Add rinse aid only until it is visible in switch the messages off if you wish the opening.

  • Page 28: Loading The Dishwasher

    If in doubt, test for free movement by Do not wash items soiled with manually rotating the spray arms. ash, sand, wax, lubricating grease or paint in the dishwasher. – Make sure that small items cannot These substances will damage the fall through the holders in the dishwasher.

  • Page 29: Items Not Suitable For Dishwashers

    The glue used in – If delicate glassware is washed in the these items is not dishwasher-proof dishwasher ensure that only very low and wooden handles may come temperatures are used (see loose after being washed in a programme chart), or a special dishwasher.

  • Page 30: Upper Basket

    Hinged spikes The rows of spikes can be lowered 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 Tall items (except when running the 65 °C...

  • Page 31: Jumbo Cup Rack (Depending On Model)

    Loading the dishwasher ^ You can also move one of the side Jumbo cup rack (depending on inserts of the cutlery tray to make model) more room for tall glasses. The cup rack can be set at two different widths so that it can also accommodate Adjusting the height large cups.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Upper Basket

    In order to gain more space for taller can be accommodated. pieces of crockery in the lower 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) between each level.

  • Page 33: Lower Basket

    Loading the dishwasher Lower basket ^ For larger and heavier items such as plates, serving platters, saucepans, bowls, etc. Glasses, cups and small items such as saucers can also be placed in the lower basket. Do not place thin, delicate glassware in the lower basket.

  • Page 34: Removable Multicomfort Insert

    Loading the dishwasher Removable MultiComfort insert Glass rack ^ The glass rack can be raised to make The rear section of the lower basket is used for washing cups, glasses, plates, more room for tall items. pots and pans. ^ Stem glassware, e.g. wine glasses or...

  • Page 35: Glass Rail

    Loading the dishwasher Glass rail This rail is designed to hold tall glasses and glasses with stems securely. ^ Press the yellow lever downwards a, and then lower the spikes b. Bottle holder ^ Lower the rail and lean tall glasses The bottle holder can be used to wash against it.

  • Page 36: Cutlery

    Loading the dishwasher Cutlery 3D 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,...

  • Page 37: Cutlery Basket (Depending On Model)

    Loading the dishwasher Cutlery basket (depending on model) ^ Fit it onto the cutlery basket if required. The cutlery basket can be placed anywhere on the front rows of spikes in the lower basket. ^ To avoid the risk of injury, knives and forks should be placed with the handles upwards in the basket.

  • Page 38: Operation

    For optimum cleaning and drying – Oxygen based bleaching agents to results, use Miele dishwasher remove coloured stains (e.g. tea, detergent and add Miele salt and coffee, tomato sauce). Miele rinse aid separately. See "Optional accessories". Most dishwasher detergents contain...

  • Page 39: Adding Detergent

    Keep detergent and other household agents out of the reach of children at all times. Keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open. There could still be detergent residues in the cabinet. To avoid the danger of...

  • Page 40: Switching On

    ^ Close the door. ^ Open the stopcock, if it is closed. ^ Switch the dishwasher on using the K sensor. The main menu will appear in the display after a few seconds. If the memory function is activated, the programme menu for the programme last selected will be displayed instead (see "Settings menu...

  • Page 41: Select An Extra Option(S)

    – For loosening very stubborn food appear in the display. residues from pots, pans and casserole dishes. If you are using powder dishwasher detergent, add approx. 5 g to compartment I. Longer drying: – For improved drying of awkwardly shaped dishes and also plastic items.

  • Page 42: Starting The Programme

    Symbols appear to indicate which stage the programme is at: Water in the dishwasher may be Pre-wash / Soak hot. Danger of scalding. Main wash Only open the door if absolutely...

  • Page 43: Standby

    The dishwasher will not switch off if salt or rinse aid needs to be replenished or there is a fault. If you only use combination...

  • Page 44: 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 K If the door is closed again, the sensor. programme will continue from the point it was at before the door was opened.

  • Page 45: Changing A Programme

    Operation Changing a programme If the detergent dispenser flap has already opened, do not change the programme. If a programme has already started and you wish to change it, proceed as follows: Sensor wash 12:21 Add-an-item Time left 1:10 h Cancel ! ^ Select Cancel...

  • Page 46: Additional Functions

    Do not use liquid detergent when selecting Delay start, as it can run into the dishwasher before it is required. ^ Switch the dishwasher on using the K sensor. ^ Select the programme you want from the main menu.
  • Page 47 Start selecting , and activate the safety lock. To save energy, the dishwasher will switch to Standby mode a few minutes after the last time a button has been pressed. The display and indicator lights will go out and only the Standby indicator light will flash slowly.

  • Page 48: Brilliantlight

    You can also switch off the interior running time and energy consumption lighting permanently. vary slightly. ^ Half open the dishwasher door and Follow the detergent manufacturer's quickly swing it back and forth three instructions on dosage. times. When doing this, open the...

  • Page 49: Cleaning And Care

    ^ Wipe off any food or drink residues which may have dripped onto the The external surfaces of the sides of dishwasher door before dishwasher are susceptible to closing it. scratching. If this is not done, mould could build up...

  • Page 50: Cleaning The Door Front

    – abrasive cleaning agents, e.g. ^ Clean the front using a damp Miele powder cleaners and cream microfibre E-cloth*, or with a clean cleaners, sponge and a solution of hot water –...

  • Page 51: 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 52 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 53: Cleaning The Spray Arms

    The spray arms should therefore be inspected and cleaned regularly (approx. every 4 - 6 months). ^ Switch the dishwasher off. Remove the spray arms as follows: ^ Take out the cutlery tray (if your dishwasher is fitted with one).

  • Page 54: Problem Solving Guide

    The mains fuse has – Reset the trip switch or during a programme. tripped. replace the fuse in the plug (minimum fuse rating - see data plate). – If the mains fuse trips again, call the Miele Ser- vice Department.
  • Page 55 Remedy The buzzer sounds. Before rectifying the problem: The following fault – Open the door. message appears in – Switch the dishwasher off the display: with the K sensor. Technical fault FXX There may be a After a few seconds: Call Service technical fault.

  • Page 56: Water Inlet/Drain Fault

    The stopcock is closed. Open the stopcock fully. Please open the stopcock. Water inlet fault 12/F13 Before rectifying the problem, you must: – Switch the dishwasher off with the K sensor. Water intake is – Open the stopcock fully and restricted. start the programme again.
  • Page 57 Water intake temp. too The buzzer sounds. Before rectifying the The following fault problem: message appears in – Switch the dishwasher off the display: with the K sensor. Drain fault F11 The water outlet is – Clean the filter restricted, water remains combination.

  • Page 58: General Problems

    If the salt reservoir lid has Salt reservoir cover opened during a programme, Close the salt reservoir you must: The buzzer sounds – Switch the dishwasher off during a programme. and then back on again with the K sensor. – Start the programme again.
  • Page 59 Water remains in the Before rectifying the wash cabinet at the end problem: of a programme. – Switch the dishwasher off with the K sensor. The filter combination in Clean the filter the wash cabinet is combination. See clogged.

  • Page 60: Noises

    Knocking noise in the This may be caused by This has no influence on water pipes. the on-site installation or dishwasher function. If in the cross-section of the doubt, contact a suitably piping. qualified plumber.

  • Page 61: Unsatisfactory Washing Result

    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 Sensor wash soiling although most of the function (see "Settings...
  • Page 62 Change your detergent. Use detergent has been used. a standard liquid, tablet or powder detergent, and fill the salt and rinse aid reservoirs in the dishwasher. The water softener is Select a higher water programmed to a setting softener setting (see "Water which is too low.
  • Page 63 Purchase cutlery which is dishwasher-proof. A programme was not run Always run the Quick wash after dishwasher salt was programme, without any added. Traces of salt have crockery in the dishwasher got into the wash cycle. and without selecting the Turbo function, after adding dishwasher salt.

  • Page 64: Maintenance

    ^ Reconnect the inlet hose to the Cleaning the filter: stopcock, making sure it goes on ^ Disconnect the dishwasher from the correctly and is not cross-threaded. mains supply. Switch off at the mains ^ Turn on the stopcock gradually to socket and withdraw the plug.

  • Page 65: Cleaning The Drain Pump And Non-Return Valve

    They are, however, easy to clean. ^ Disconnect the dishwasher from the mains supply. Switch off at the mains socket and withdraw the plug. ^ Take the filter combination out of the wash cabinet (see "Cleaning and...

  • Page 66: Programme Chart

    Programme chart Crockery Food deposits Action required This needs an adaptable Mixed, All normal programme... everyday crockery food deposits Shorter duration... Heat-sensitive glasses This needs a short and plastic programme... Fresh, easily removed food deposits This needs a gentle programme with glass care...
  • Page 67 Programme chart Programme Detergent Compartment I Compartment II 25 ml Sensor wash – 1 tab + Turbo 20 ml Quick wash 40°C – 1 tab 20 ml Sensor wash gentle – 1 tab 25 ml Extra quiet – 1 tab 25 ml –...
  • Page 68 Programme chart Programme Programme sequence Pre-wash Main wash Interim rinse Final rinse Drying °C °C Sensor wash Variable programme sequence, sensor controlled adjustment according to the amount of crockery and level of food deposits If required 45-65 If required Quick wash 40 °C Sensor wash Variable programme sequence with glass care, gentle #...
  • Page 69 Programme chart Consumption Duration Electricity Water Cold water Hot water Litres Cold water Hot water connection connection connection connection (15 °C) (55 °C) (15 °C) (55 °C) h:min h:min 0.80 -1.25 0.55 -0.90 -17.0 1:30-2:38 1:18-2:21 0.55 0.20 10.0 0:38 0:27 0.75 -1.00...
  • Page 70 For removing dried on pasta/paella residues; use 20% more detergent than recommended for a full load. Plastics ! For gentle cleaning of dishwasher-proof plastic items; includes sensor controlled glass care system. Tall items 65 °C For very large heat-resistant items, e.g.
  • Page 71 Programme chart Programme sequence Consumption Duration Electricity Water Pre- Main Interim Final Drying Cold Litres Cold rinse 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 72: After Sales Service

    – Your Miele dealer, or technology. – the Miele Service Department (see Information regarding programme back cover for address). updates will be made known by the Miele Company as and when such Please note that telephone calls may developments become available.

  • Page 73: Optional Accessories

    ... the Miele|home Communication dishwasher module and the Miele|home InfoControl Miele CareCollection Miele branded cleaning and care products, including dishwasher salt, detergent and rinse aid, are available to order from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet at www.miele-shop.com.

  • Page 74: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. This appliance must not be used with so-called energy saving devices. These All electrical work must be reduce the energy supply to the carried out by a suitably qualified appliance which could then become and competent person, in too warm.

  • Page 75: Plumbing

    – The dishwasher may be connected to a cold or hot water supply, max. 60 °C. We would only recommend connection to a hot water supply if it is economical, e.g.
  • Page 76 – The water pressure (flow pressure at To avoid any damage to the the take-off point) must be between appliance, the dishwasher must only 30 and 1000 kPa (0.3 and 10 bar). If the water pressure is lower than be connected to a fully vented...

  • Page 77: Drainage

    Venting the drainage system – The dishwasher is supplied with If the on-site drain connection is approx.

  • Page 78: Technical Data

    Technical data Dishwasher model Standard Height freestanding model 84.5 cm (adjustable + 3.5 cm) Height built-in model 80.5 cm 84.5 cm (adjustable + 6.5 cm) (adjustable + 6.5 cm) Height of building-in recess Min. 80.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm) Min. 84.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm) Width 59.8 cm...

  • Page 79: Settings Menu

    To open the Settings menu ^ Switch the dishwasher on with the K sensor if it is switched off. The main menu will appear in the display. If the memory function is activated, the programme menu for the programme last selected will be displayed instead (see "Memory").

  • Page 80: Language

    Settings menu Language To set the Time display ^ Select the Display The display can be set to appear in one option. of several different languages. ^ Select the display you require for the You can select one of the languages time (of day), and confirm this with Languages displayed via the...

  • Page 81: Water Hardness

    Settings menu Water hardness Sensor wash Your dishwasher is fitted with a water You can adjust the Sensor wash softener which you need to programme programme so that it will remove to the water hardness level in your area stubborn soiling in a lightly soiled load.

  • Page 82: Optimise Standby

    programme.

  • Page 83: Change Main Menu

    Settings menu Change main menu You can change the order of the programmes in the programme selection menu and also enter your favourite programmes into the first three programme places. Set programme for position 1 12:00 $ Sensor wash ( # ECO ! Cancel Continue !

  • Page 84: Save Extras

    The dishwasher is delivered with this function deactivated. ^ Select the option you want and confirm with...

  • Page 85: System Lock

    Settings menu System lock The system lock prevents your dishwasher being used without your knowledge. If an attempt is made to switch the dishwasher on when the The appliance is locked system lock is activated will appear in the display.

  • Page 86: Temperature

    It will sound four times in bursts of three beeps with a noticeable pause (approx. 15 seconds) in between. Switching the dishwasher off will switch the buzzer off. The buzzer at the end of a programme is deactivated as standard at the factory.

  • Page 87: Brightness

    ^ Confirm with end of a programme. The dishwasher is delivered with the Memory function deactivated. ^ Select the option you want and confirm this with...

  • Page 88: Showroom Programme

    – This programme activates the pumps If you have altered any settings from to demonstrate the sound of the the factory default, you can reset them dishwasher. back to the factory default settings. Demo programme – ^ Confirm Reset factory settings?
  • Page 92 Alteration rights reserved/ M.-Nr. 09 255 920 / 00 G5930/G5935 / 1112...

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