Miele TKB 350 WP Operating Instructions Manual

Miele TKB 350 WP Operating Instructions Manual

Heat pump tumble dryer
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Operating instructions

Heat pump tumble dryer
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential
to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.
en-AU, NZ
M.-Nr. 10 082 660

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Heat pump tumble dryer To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 082 660...
  • Page 2: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Ensure that your old appliance presents no danger to children while being material stored for disposal. The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during Energy saving tips transportation. The packaging materials To avoid unnecessarily long drying used are selected from materials which times and high consumption of energy:...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Caring for the environment .................. 2 Warning and Safety instructions ................. 6 Operating the tumble dryer................. 17 Control panel......................17 Display ........................18 Before using for the first time................19 1. Notes on correct laundry care ................ 20 Points to note regarding washed laundry .............. 20 Preparing the laundry before drying ..............
  • Page 4 Contents Plinth filter ......................36 Removing the plinth filter .................. 36 Cleaning the plinth filter ..................36 Cleaning the plinth filter panel ................37 Checking the heat exchanger unit ..............37 Replacing the plinth filter .................. 38 Fragrance flacon ....................40 Inserting a fragrance flacon ...................
  • Page 5 Contents Example ......................... 66  Cottons programme - drier or damper............. 67  Minimum iron programme - drier or damper ..........67  Extended cool down..................67  Buzzer volume ....................67  Keypad tones....................67  PIN Code......................68 ...
  • Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions

    If using dry cleaning kits, do so at your own risk, and follow the instructions provided on the packaging. Any other applications may be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.
  • Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions  This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it by a person responsible for their safety.
  • Page 8 It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the household wiring system tested by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g.
  • Page 9 (e.g. on a ship).  Do not make any alterations to the tumble dryer, unless authorised to do so by Miele.  Heat pump technology and refrigerant: The heat pump in this tumble dryer uses a refrigerant which is...
  • Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions  Please observe the instructions in "Installation and connection" and "Technical data".  The accessibility of the plug must be always ensured in order to separate the tumble dryer from the mains.  Do not block the gap between the bottom of the tumble dryer and the floor with plinth facings, deep pile carpet etc.
  • Page 11: Correct Use

    Warning and Safety instructions Correct use  Caution! Risk of fire. To avoid the possible danger of fire, please read these warnings carefully.  A clogged filter is a fire hazard! The fluff filter must be cleaned after every programme. ...
  • Page 12 Warning and Safety instructions  To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried in this tumble dryer: – Items which have not been washed. – Items, such as workwear, which have not been thoroughly cleaned and which are still soiled with grease, oil or other desposits (such as cosmetics, lotions etc).
  • Page 13 Warning and Safety instructions  Warning: Ensure that you always wait until the end of the programme before removing the laundry. If the drying programme is stopped prematurely, remove the laundry immediately and hang it up or spread it out to cool it down. ...
  • Page 14 Warning and Safety instructions  The tumble dryer must not be used without or – with damaged fluff filters. – with a damaged plinth filter. This would cause an excessive build-up of fluff which in turn would cause a fault. ...
  • Page 15 Warning and Safety instructions Using a fragrance flacon (optional accessory)  Only use genuine Miele original fragrance flacons.  The fragrance flacon must be stored in its packaging so please make sure you retain this.  Caution. The fragrance can run out of the flacon. Make sure that...
  • Page 16 Miele cannot accept liability.  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.
  • Page 17: Operating The Tumble Dryer

    Operating the tumble dryer Control panel a Display with  and  sensors d Programme selector See the following page for more For selecting the programme. information. e Optical interface b Start/Stop button For service technicians. For starting the programme selected f ...
  • Page 18: Display

    ... empty the condensed water l  sensor container or check the drain hose Touching this symbol will select the  ... drying level required which will then ... clean the plinth filter/airways light up .  ..technical fault, call Miele...
  • Page 19: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Removing the protective foil and stickers  Please remove – the protective foil from the door. – any stickers from the front and the lid.  Please do not remove any labels (e.g. the data plate) which are visible when you open the door.
  • Page 20: Notes On Correct Laundry Care

    1. Notes on correct laundry care Points to note regarding  See "Warning and Safety" washed laundry instructions for further information. Loading or using the tumble dryer – When washing very heavily soiled incorrectly could cause a fire. items, ensure that you use sufficient detergent and select a high –...
  • Page 21: Garment Care Label Symbols

    1. Notes on correct laundry care Garment care label symbols – Down-filled garments have linings which have a tendency to shrink, Drying depending on the quality of the item. They can be partially dried using the  Normal/Higher temperature Gentle smoothing programme. ...
  • Page 22: Loading The Tumble Dryer

    2. Loading the tumble dryer  It is essential to read "1. Notes on correct laundry care" first of all.  Switch the tumble dryer on by pressing the  button. The interior drum lighting will come on. The interior drum lighting will automatically go out after a few minutes and/or after the start of a programme to save energy.
  • Page 23: Selecting A Programme And Starting It

    3. Selecting a programme and starting it Selecting a programme Any drying level can be selected for the Cottons and Express programmes. A more limited range is available when using the other programmes. Additional drying levels Useful tip: By using the programmable functions, you can activate/deactivate additional drying levels.
  • Page 24 3. Selecting a programme and starting it Other programmes and the timed drying programmes – Cottons , Woollens handcare, Silks handcare The drying level is preset and cannot be altered. – Warm air You can select the duration in ten- minute stages.
  • Page 25: Select Any Extras Or Delay Start (If Required)

    3. Selecting a programme and starting it Select any Extras or Delay Delay start start (if required) You can delay the start of the programme. Please see "Extras" for further However: Delay start cannot be used information. with the Warm air programme. Extras ...
  • Page 26: Removing The Laundry At The End Of The Programme

    4. Removing the laundry at the end of the programme End of programme/Anti-crease Check that all items have been removed from the drum. At the end of the programme:  will If items are left in the dryer, they light up in the display and the Start/ could be damaged by overdrying Stop button will go out.
  • Page 27: Extras

    Extras Selectable Extras Gentle tumble Anti-crease Buzzer Cottons – Cottons Minimum iron Woollens – – handcare The Extras are switched on or off by pressing the appropriate button. Silks – handcare The button will light up when the Extra is selected. Delicates Express –...
  • Page 28: Delay Start

    Delay start Selecting Delay start – The drum will turn briefly every hour until the start of the programme to With Delay start you can delay the start reduce creasing. of the programme by up to a maximum of 24 hours. Changing Delay start after it has started counting down However: Delay start cannot be used...
  • Page 29: Programme Chart

    Programme chart Cottons  Max. load 8.0 kg* Items Cotton items such as those described under Cottons Normal with normal residual moisture. Note Items are dried to a Normal level only. Cottons Max. load 8.0 kg* Extra dry, Normal Items Single and multi-layered cotton fabric such as towelling, jerseywear, T-shirts, underwear, workwear, covers, flannelette bed linen and baby clothes.
  • Page 30 Programme chart Woollens handcare Max. load 2.0 kg Items Woollen garments and fabric containing wool blends, e.g. pullovers, jackets. Notes – Wool and wool blend items are only fluffed up; they are not dried completely. – Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished. Silks handcare Max.
  • Page 31 Programme chart Gentle smoothing Max. load 1.0 kg* Normal, Hand iron Items – Cotton and linen fabric. – Minimum iron items made of cotton, synthetic or mixed fibre, e.g. trousers, jackets, shirts. Notes – Suitable for dry and damp laundry. –...
  • Page 32: Changing The Programme Sequence

    Changing the programme sequence You cannot change to another Adding or removing laundry programme once a programme has after a programme has started started (this prevents unintentional  Press the Start/Stop button. alterations). The items will be cooled down, If you try to change a programme,  depending on the temperature reached lights up until the original programme is and how long they have been dried for.
  • Page 33: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Emptying the condensed water container The condensed water is collected in the condensed water container. Empty the condensed water container after every drying programme. The  indicator will light up if the maximum level of the condensed water container is reached.
  • Page 34: Fluff Filters

    Cleaning and care Fluff filters This tumble dryer has 2 fluff filters in the door opening: the upper and lower fluff filters trap fluff produced during the drying process. Removing visible fluff Remove any fluff after every drying cycle. Useful tip: You can also use a vacuum ...
  • Page 35: Cleaning The Fluff Filters And Air Flow Openings Thoroughly

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the fluff filters and air flow  Hold the dial and pull the fluff filter openings thoroughly forwards to remove it. If the drying duration has become longer or the surface of the filters is visibly compacted with fluff, you should carry out the following cleaning procedure.
  • Page 36: Plinth Filter

    Cleaning and care Plinth filter Removing the plinth filter will cause the right-hand guide pin in the dryer to Only clean the plinth filter when the come out. This pin ensures that the  indicator lights up. heat exchanger access panel can only be closed if the plinth filter is inserted To delete the ...
  • Page 37: Cleaning The Plinth Filter Panel

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the plinth filter panel Checking the heat exchanger unit  Danger of injury! Do not touch the cooling fins. You could cut yourself.  Look to see if fluff has accumulated. If there is visible soiling: ...
  • Page 38: Replacing The Plinth Filter

     First insert the handle with the plinth filter attached over the two guide pins. – The word Miele on the handle must be the correct way up.  Push the plinth filter in completely. The act of pushing in the plinth filter will also push in the right-hand guide pin.
  • Page 39: Tumble Dryer

    Cleaning and care Tumble dryer  Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply.  Do not use solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners or all- purpose cleaners. These could damage plastic surfaces and other parts.  Clean the tumble dryer with a slightly damp cloth and a mild non-abrasive cleaning agent or a solution of washing-up liquid and water.
  • Page 40: Fragrance Flacon

    Fragrance flacon Using a fragrance flacon (optional accessory) will add a pleasant fragrance to your laundry.  Before using a fragrance flacon, please read "Warning and safety instructions - Using a fragrance flacon (optional accessory)". Inserting a fragrance flacon Only hold the fragrance flacon as illustrated.
  • Page 41: Before Drying

    Fragrance flacon – You will feel a slight resistance and Markers  and  must line up with hear a soft click. one another. Marker  must be in position : this is the position at which you can feel a resistance.
  • Page 42: Replacing The Fragrance Flacon

    See the following section.  Replace the fragrance flacon with a new one. Fragrance flacons are available to order from Miele or online at www.miele-shop.com (depending on country).
  • Page 43 Fragrance flacon – When purchasing new fragrance flacons: only remove the protective seal just before use. Cleaning the fluff filters The intensity of the fragrance will be diminished if the fluff filters and the plinth filter are not cleaned.  The fragrance filter must be removed before cleaning the fluff filter.
  • Page 44: Problem Solving Guide

     Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by an authorised Miele service technician. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for unauthorised work. Check indicators and fault messages...
  • Page 45 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy  lights up at the end There is a build-up of fluff in the airways. of a programme  Clean the fluff filters.  Clean the plinth filter. See "Cleaning and care". To switch off : ...
  • Page 46: Unsatisfactory Drying Results

    Problem solving guide Unsatisfactory drying results Problem Possible cause and remedy The laundry is not The load consisted of different types of fabric. sufficiently dry  Finish drying using the Warm air timed drying programme.  Select a more suitable programme next time. Tip: You can alter the drying levels for some programmes (see "Programmable functions").
  • Page 47: Other Problems

    Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Possible cause and remedy The drying process The room in which the tumble dryer is located is too goes on too long or warm. even switches off*  Ventilate the room thoroughly. Detergent residues, hair and fine fluff can clog the filters.
  • Page 48 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy A programme cannot There is no obvious cause. be started  Connect the tumble dryer to the mains electricity supply.  Turn on the tumble dryer.  Close the door.  Check whether the mains fuse has tripped. Has there been a power cut? When power is restored, any previously running programme will restart automatically.
  • Page 49: Bottom Right Grille

    Problem solving guide Bottom right grille  Danger of injury! Do not touch the cooling fins. You could cut  In general, the cooling fins yourself. behind the grille on the bottom right do not need cleaning. They should  Use a vacuum cleaner with a only be cleaned if the drying process dusting brush attached to clean the...
  • Page 50: After Sales Service

    In the event of any faults which you Optional accessories for this tumble cannot remedy yourself, please contact dryer are available from Miele (see Miele. Please note, however, that a call- contact details at the back of these out charge will be applied to service instructions).
  • Page 51: Installation And Connection

    Installation and connection Front view a Mains connection cable e Heat exchanger access panel – do not open during drying b Control panel f Four height adjustable screw feet c Condensed water container g Cool air intake grille – empty after every drying cycle –...
  • Page 52: Rear View

    Installation and connection Rear view  If transporting the dryer at an angle, only tip towards the left side. a Protruding lid for holding when moving the tumble dryer (see arrows) b Accessories for external drainage of condensed water: hose clip, adapter and hose holder c Hose for external drainage of condensed water...
  • Page 53: Installation

    Installation and connection Installation The screw feet can be adjusted to compensate for any unevenness in the Levelling the dryer floor. The appliance must not be installed Ventilation behind a lockable door, a sliding  The cool air intake at the front of door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the tumble the dryer must not be blocked or...
  • Page 54: Before Moving The Tumble Dryer Again (E.g. When Moving Houses)

    Installation and connection Before moving the tumble dryer again (e.g. when moving houses) After each use a small quantity of condensed water will collect in the area of the pump. This water can run out if the tumble dryer is tipped up when it is being moved.
  • Page 55: Additional Installation Requirements

    – Washer-dryer stack The tumble dryer can also be combined  The dryer should not be installed with a Miele washing machine in a next to a refrigeration appliance. The washer-dryer stack. The appropriate warm air expelled from the rear of...
  • Page 56: Externally Draining Condensed Water

    Installation and connection Externally draining condensed Installation conditions requiring a non-return valve water  There is a risk of backflow into Notes the dryer if a non-return valve is not When drying is in progress, fitted. condensed water is pumped into the Backflow could damage the dryer condensed water container through and also the room in which it is...
  • Page 57: Arranging The Drain Hose

    Installation and connection Arranging the drain hose  Do not pull on the drain hose and do not stretch it or allow it to become kinked. This could damage the hose. There will be a small amount of residual water left in the drain hose. Have a container ready to collect this.
  • Page 58: Examples

    Installation and connection Examples Direct connection to a sink drain outlet – Drainage into a sink or floor gully Use the hose holder to prevent the drain hose from becoming kinked.  Remove the following from the back of the dryer at the top: Adapter 1 and hose clip 3 behind it.
  • Page 59 Installation and connection  Fit the adapter 1 to the sink drain outlet using the nut 2. The nut is usually fitted with a washer which must be removed.  Attach the end of the hose 4 to the adapter 1. ...
  • Page 60: Electrical Connection

    Installation and connection Electrical connection Important This tumble dryer is supplied with a The wires in the mains lead are mains cable with moulded plug. coloured in accordance with the following code: The accessibility of the plug must be Green/yellow = earth always ensured in order to separate the Blue = neutral tumble dryer from the mains.
  • Page 61: Consumption Data

    Consumption data Final spin speed in Residual Energy Duration Load a domestic moisture washing machine min. 1000 2.14 Cottons  1000 1.28 Cottons Normal 1200 1.90 1400 1.80 1600 1.60 Cottons Normal + Gentle tumble 1000 2.19 Cottons Hand iron 1000 1.52 1200...
  • Page 62: Technical Data

    Technical data Height 850 mm Width 596 mm Depth 636 mm Depth with door open 1054 mm Height for building under 850 mm (+5/-5 mm) Width for building under 600 mm Depth for building under 600 mm Suitable for pushing under a worktop Suitable for stacking Weight Approx.
  • Page 63 Programmable functions for changing standard settings Settings can be used to alter the dryer's electronics to suit different requirements. They can be altered at any time. The tumble dryer's programmable functions are available for use but are not absolutely necessary for a satisfactory drying result.
  • Page 64: Programmable Functions

    Programmable functions Programming II) Selecting the programmable function You can use the programmable functions to alter the dryer's The number of the programmable electronics to suit your requirements. function will appear in the display as  and a number: Please read the following pages e.g.
  • Page 65 Programmable functions III) Selecting a different option  Confirm your selection of the option selected by pressing the Start/Stop The options allow you to alter the button. features of the particular programmable The number of the programmable function. function: e.g.  will light up again. The option will appear in the time display as ...
  • Page 66: Example

    Programmable functions Example III) Selecting a different option  will light up in the time display. This example describes how to call up These numbers mean that the keypad the " Keypad tone" programmable tone is switched off. function. When the keypad tone To switch on the keypad tone: programmable function is switched on, a tone will sound every time a...
  • Page 67: Cottons Programme - Drier Or Damper

    Programmable functions  Cottons programme - drier  Extended cool down or damper The automatic cooling down phase which takes place before the end of a programme can be extended for all  Minimum iron programme programmes with selectable drying - drier or damper levels.
  • Page 68: Pin Code

    Programmable functions  PIN Code  Conductivity The code prevents your machine  This setting should only be being used without your knowledge. altered if the water is so soft that it is likely to cause the electronics which When the code has been activated, you sense residual moisture in the have to enter a code after switching the laundry to give false readings.
  • Page 69: Additional Drying Levels

    Programmable functions  Additional drying levels Once this programmable function has been activated, you will have the You can activate additional drying option of selecting the additional levels for many of the programmes: drying levels when you select a Normal+ (drier than the Normal drying programme.
  • Page 70: Standby

    Programmable functions  Standby To switch the display and buttons back on again: To save energy, the display and – Turn the programme selector or press buttons will go out after 10 minutes a button. Neither will have any effect and only the Start/Stop button will if a programme is running.
  • Page 71: Automatic Switch-Off

    Programmable functions  Automatic switch-off  Memory To save energy, the dryer will switch The electronics will store in memory a off automatically after 15 minutes. You drying level or options for a selected can lengthen or shorten the time. programme.
  • Page 75 Miele Australia Pty. Ltd. ACN 005 635 398 ABN 96 005 635 398 Miele Center and Head Office Melbourne: 1 Gilbert Park Drive Knoxfield, VIC 3180 Miele Center and Office Melbourne: 206-210 Coventry Street South Melbourne, VIC 3205 Miele Center and Office Sydney:...
  • Page 76 TKB 350 WP  en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 082 660 / 02...

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