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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating instructions for heat pump dryers 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-GB M.-Nr. 09 746 820... -
Page 2: Caring For The Environment
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing mate‐ Energy saving tips rial To avoid unnecessarily long drying times and high consumption of energy: The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during – Make sure that your laundry is thor‐ transportation. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Caring for the environment .................. 2 Warning and Safety instructions ................. 6 Operating the tumble dryer................. 15 Control panel......................15 Display ........................16 Before using for the first time................19 EcoFeedback......................21 1. Notes on correct laundry care ................ 22 Points to note regarding washed laundry .............. - Page 4 Contents Cleaning and care ....................44 Emptying the condensed water container ............. 44 Preparing the condensed water container for Steam smoothing ......45 Fluff filters ......................46 Removing visible fluff..................46 Cleaning the fluff filters and air flow openings thoroughly........ 47 Plinth filter ......................
- Page 5 Contents Consumption data ....................74 Technical data ..................... 76 Settings menu ...................... 77 Calling up settings ....................77 Language ......................77 Time of day ......................78 Drying levels ......................78 Extended cool down ....................78 Airways indicator....................78 Buzzer volume ...................... 79 Keypad tone......................
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Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions
Any other applications may be dangerous. Miele cannot be held lia‐ ble for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation. - Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions This tumble dryer can only be used by people with reduced physi‐ cal, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowl‐ edge, if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand and recognise the conse‐...
- Page 8 It is essential that this standard safety re‐ quirement 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. electric shock).
- Page 9 (e.g. on a ship). Do not make any alterations to the tumble dryer, unless author‐ ised to do so by Miele. Heat pump technology and refrigerant: The heat pump in this tumble dryer uses a refrigerant which is con‐...
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Page 10: Correct Use
Warning and Safety instructions Correct use The maximum load for this tumble dryer is 9.0 kg (dry weight). The maximum recommended loads for individual programmes are given in the Programme chart. To prevent the risk of fire, do not connect the tumble dryer via a controllable socket (e.g. - Page 11 Warning and Safety instructions Fabric conditioner and similar products must be used according to the instructions on the manufacturer's packaging. To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried in this tumble dryer: – Items which have been cleaned using chemicals (e.g. professio‐ nal dry-cleaning agents).
- Page 12 Warning and Safety instructions This would cause an excessive build-up of fluff which in turn would cause a fault. The fluff filters must be cleaned after every drying cycle. The fluff filters and the plinth filter must be thoroughly dried after wet cleaning.
- Page 13 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 14 If non-Miele parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims may be invalidated. The tumble dryer can also be combined with a Miele washing ma‐ chine in a washer-dryer stack. The appropriate "WTV" stacking kit (available to order) to match your dryer is required.
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Page 15: Operating The Tumble Dryer
Operating the tumble dryer Control panel a Display with sensors f Option buttons See the following page for more in‐ Various options can be added to the formation. programmes. b Start/Stop button g Programme selector For starting the programme selected For selecting the programme. -
Page 16: Display
Operating the tumble dryer Display Settings can be changed to alter the dryer's electronics to suit different re‐ quirements. Please refer to "Settings menu" at the end of this booklet for more information. The following programmes are selec‐ ted using the programme selector at the "Further programmes"... - Page 17 Operating the tumble dryer Perfect Dry indicator With programmes with a selectable dry‐ ing level, the Perfect Dry system calcu‐ lates the residual moisture present in the laundry to ensure a precise drying result. The Perfect Dry indicator ..
- Page 18 Operating the tumble dryer Examples on how to operate The sensor highlights the next value and the sensor highlights the previ‐ the appliance ous value. The OK sensor is used to confirm se‐ Scrolling through a list lection of the highlighted value. The option which can be selected will be highlighted with a white bar.
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Page 19: Before Using For The First Time
"Installa‐ tion and connection" then it must be left to stand for at least 1 hour before it is connected to the electricity sup‐ ply. When the tumble dryer is switched on the welcome display Miele Willkommen will appear briefly. - Page 20 Before using for the first time Setting the time of day (if nec‐ Confirm by touching the OK sensor. essary) Read "1. Notes on correct laundry care" and "2. Load the tumble dryer". Only touch the sensor if you would like a 12 hour clock display.
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Page 21: Ecofeedback
EcoFeedback You can use the EcoFeedback sensor 2. Actual consumption to call up information about the energy Touch the EcoFeedback sensor. consumption of your dryer. You can view the actual amount of en‐ Touching the EcoFeedback sensor will ergy used. call up two types of information: Example: –... -
Page 22: Notes On Correct Laundry Care
1. Notes on correct laundry care Points to note regarding wash‐ See "Warning and Safety" in‐ ed laundry structions for further information. Loading or using the tumble dryer in‐ – When washing very heavily soiled correctly could cause a fire. items ensure that you use sufficient detergent and select a high tempera‐... -
Page 23: 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, de‐ Drying pending on the quality of the item. They can be partially dried using the Normal/higher temperature Gentle smoothing programme. -
Page 24: Load The Tumble Dryer
2. Load the tumble dryer When closing the door make sure It is essential to read "1. Notes that laundry does not get trapped in on correct laundry care" first of the door opening. all. This could damage the laundry. ... -
Page 25: Select A Programme And Start It
3. Select a programme and start it Select a programme Further programmes The further programmes can be selec‐ ted via the display. Turn the programme selector. Different programmes and setting op‐ tions will light up in the display, de‐ Further programmes pending on the position of the pro‐... -
Page 26: Cottons
3. Select a programme and start it Programmes with drying levels Important: When selecting the – Cottons, Minimum iron, Delicates, Steam smoothing programme, you Denim, Shirts, Express, Gentle must make sure that the condensed smoothing, Steam smoothing, Au‐ water container has been filled as tomatic plus, Sportswear, Outer‐... - Page 27 3. Select a programme and start it Other programmes and the timed Favourites drying programmes You can customise up to 10 pro‐ – Cottons , Woollens handcare, grammes and save these under Silks handcare, Standard pillows, names of your choice. These pro‐ Proofing, Cottons hygiene grammes can then be selected from a list.
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Page 28: Select Any Options Or Delay Start (If Required)
3. Select a programme and start it Select any options or delay Drying and the programme duration will light up in the display. The drying level start (if required) reached will light up instead of Drying later on, during programmes with a se‐ Options lectable drying level. -
Page 29: Remove The Laundry
4. Remove the laundry End of programme/Anti-crease Check that all items have been re‐ moved from the drum. At the end of the programme: Anti- If items are left in the dryer, they crease (if selected) or Finish will light could be damaged by overdrying up. -
Page 30: Options
Options will not be removed as effectively from parts of garments made of synthetic fi‐ bres. Auto load control This option should be used if you only want to dry half the load given in the display and quoted in the "Programme chart". - Page 31 Options The following options can be selected in addition to the pro‐ gramme: Gentle Freshen Auto load Anti- Buzzer crease tumble control – – – Cottons Cottons Minimum iron – – – – Woollens handcare – Denim – Shirts –...
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Page 32: Favourites
Favourites Selecting options You can save your own customised programmes under names of your Extras choice. Gentle tumble These favourite programmes will be Freshen up sorted alphabetically. Auto load control Turn the programme selector to Fa‐ vourites. - Page 33 Favourites Summary The programme will be saved as a fa‐ vourite. Summary Changing a favourite programme Accept Favourite programmes Cottons Change Normal Delete Select Accept and confirm. Dry-Plus 2. Entering a name Select Change. You can enter a name of up to 10 char‐ acters.
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Page 34: Mixed Items
Mixed items Back For drying a mixed load of items which can be compiled from a list. This returns you to Select items. Turn the programme selector to Finish selection (saving) Mixed items. Once you have made your selection and are ready to start drying, confirm ... -
Page 35: Delay Start
Delay start To select delay start To begin delay start With delay start you can delay the start Press the Start/Stop button. of the programme by up to a maximum The time at which the programme will of 24 hours. start automatically will appear in the Please note that the time of day must display. -
Page 36: Programme Overview
Programme overview Cottons ** Max. load 9.0 kg* Use for Cotton items such as those described under Cottons Normal with normal residual moisture. Note – Items are dried to a Normal level only. – The Cottons programme is the most energy-efficient for dry‐ ing cotton items with normal residual moisture levels. -
Page 37: Minimum Iron
Programme overview Minimum iron Max. load 4.0 kg* Normal plus, Normal, Slightly dry, Hand iron , Hand iron Use for Minimum iron items made of cotton, synthetic or mixed fibre, e.g.: sweaters, dresses, shirts, blouses, skirts, trousers and table linen. Woollens handcare Max. -
Page 38: Express
Programme overview Express Max. load 4.0 kg* Extra dry, Normal plus, Normal, Slightly dry, Hand iron , Hand iron , Ma‐ chine iron Use for Garments suitable for the Cottons programme. Note The programme duration is shorter. Gentle smoothing Max. load 1.0 kg* Normal, Hand iron ... -
Page 39: Steam Smoothing
Programme overview Steam smoothing Max. load 1.0 kg* Normal, Hand iron Use for – Cotton and linen fabric – Minimum iron items made of cotton, synthetic or mixed fibre, e.g. trousers, jackets, shirts. Notes – For all items which require –... -
Page 40: Delicates O
Programme overview Delicates Max. load 2.5 kg* Normal plus, Normal, Slightly dry, Hand iron , Hand iron Use for Delicate items with the symbol on the care label made of synthet‐ ic fibres, easy care cotton or blended fabric, e.g. shirts, blouses, lin‐ gerie and evening wear with sequins and beading. -
Page 41: Outerwear O
Programme overview Outerwear Max. load 2.5 kg* Normal, Hand iron Use for Outerwear which is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer. Proofing Max. load 2.5 kg* Normal Use for Drying microfibre fabric, skiwear, outerwear, fine, closeweave cotton garments (poplin) or tablecloths which are suitable for drying in a tumble dryer and have been treated to provide a water and dirt re‐... -
Page 42: Basket Programme
Basket programme Max. load for basket 3.5 kg Notes – This programme may only be used with the Miele drying basket (optional accessory) fitted. – Use this programme to dry or air items which are suitable for dry‐ ing in a tumble dryer but which are not suitable for drying using mechanical action. -
Page 43: Changing The Programme Sequence
Changing the programme sequence You cannot change to another pro‐ You can save this programme under Fa‐ gramme once a programme has started vourites. See "Favourites, 2. Entering a (this prevents unintentional alterations). name". If you move the programme selector, Adding or removing laundry af‐... -
Page 44: 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 contain‐ er after every drying programme. Empty the container will light up if the maximum level of the condensed water container is reached. -
Page 45: Preparing The Condensed Water Container For Steam Smoothing
Cleaning and care Preparing the condensed wa‐ ter container for Steam smoothing Condensed water which has col‐ lected in the condensed water con‐ tainer is directed into the drum in the Steam smoothing programme. The condensed water container must therefore be filled with water up to at least the –min–... -
Page 46: 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. Tip: You can also use a vacuum cleaner so that you can remove the fluff without ... -
Page 47: 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 clean‐... -
Page 48: 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 come out. This pin ensures that the Clean out airways lights up. heat exchanger access panel can only be closed if the plinth filter is inserted To delete Clean out airways: Switch the the right way round. -
Page 49: Cleaning The Plinth Filter Panel
Cleaning and care Cleaning the plinth filter panel Checking the heat exchanger Danger of injury. Do not touch the cooling fins. You could cut your‐ self. Look to see if fluff has accumulated. If there is visible soiling: ... -
Page 50: 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... -
Page 51: Tumble Dryer
Cleaning and care Tumble dryer Disconnect the tumble dryer from the mains electricity supply. Do not use solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners or all-pur‐ pose cleaners. These could damage plastic surfa‐ ces and other parts. Clean the tumble dryer with a slightly damp cloth and a mild non-abrasive cleaning agent or a solution of wash‐... -
Page 52: Fragrance Flacon
Fragrance flacon Using a fragrance flacon (optional ac‐ cessory) will add a pleasant fragrance to your laundry. Before using a fragrance flacon, please read "Warning and safety in‐ structions - Using a fragrance flacon (optional accessory)". Inserting a fragrance flacon Only hold the fragrance flacon as il‐... -
Page 53: 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 54: Replacing The Fragrance Flacon
Replace the fragrance flacon with a original packaging until you want to new one. use it again. See the following section. Fragrance flacons are available to or‐ der from Miele or online at www.miele-shop.com. -
Page 55: Cleaning The Fluff Filters
Fragrance flacon – when purchasing new fragrance fla‐ cons: only remove the protective seal just before use Cleaning the fluff filters The intensity of the fragrance will be di‐ minished if the fluff filters and the plinth filter are not cleaned. ... -
Page 56: Problem Solving Guide
Switch the dryer off and then on again. Service. Start a programme. lights up after a pro‐ If the programme is cancelled again and an error gramme is cancelled message appears, there is a fault. Contact the Miele Service Department. - Page 57 Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy There is a build-up of fluff in the airways. Information Clean out airways Clean the fluff filters. lights up at the end of a Clean the plinth filter. programme See "Cleaning and care". To switch off the message: ...
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Page 58: Unsatisfactory Drying Results
Problem solving guide Unsatisfactory drying results Problem Cause and remedy The laundry is not suffi‐ The load consisted of different types of fabric. ciently dry Finish drying using the Warm air timed drying pro‐ gramme. Select a different programme next time. Tip: You can alter the residual moisture level for some programmes. -
Page 59: Other Problems
Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Cause and remedy The drying process The room in which the dryer is located is too warm. goes on too long or Ventilate the room thoroughly. even switches off * Detergent residues, hair and fine fluff can clog the fil‐ ters. - Page 60 Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy There are humming This is not a fault. noises The compressor (heat pump) is operating or you have selected the Steam smoothing programme. No action is required. These noises are quite nor‐ mal and can be heard when the compressor or the condensed water pump is operating.
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Page 61: Bottom Right Grille
Problem solving guide Bottom right grille Danger of injury. Do not touch the cooling fins. You could cut your‐ In general, the cooling fins be‐ self. hind the grille on the bottom right do not need cleaning. They should only ... -
Page 62: Fluff Filter In The Condensed Water Container
Problem solving guide Fluff filter in the condensed water container If you are experiencing problems running the Steam smoothing pro‐ gramme, the fluff filter at the end of the hose which is connected to the rubber seal in the condensed water container could be blocked. -
Page 63: Steam Smoothing Spray Jet
Problem solving guide Steam smoothing spray jet Open the door of the tumble dryer. The spray jet is located in the top left of Limescale deposits will impair the door opening. the spray jet. In this case, the spray jet must be re‐ moved and replaced with a new one (see "Accessories"). -
Page 64: After Sales Service
In the event of any faults which you Optional accessories and replacement cannot remedy yourself, please contact spare parts for this tumble dryer are your Miele dealer or the Miele Service available from Miele, your Miele dealer Department. or via the internet at: Contact details for Miele are given at the end of this booklet. -
Page 65: 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 – empty after every drying cycle g Cool air intake grille –... -
Page 66: Rear View
Installation and connection Rear view If transporting the dryer dryer on its side, only tip towards the left side. a Protruding lid for holding when mov‐ ing the dryer (see arrows) b Accessories for external drainage of condensed water: hose clip, adapter and hose holder c Hose for external drainage of con‐... -
Page 67: Installation
Installation and connection Installation Ventilation The cool air intake at the front of Levelling the dryer the dryer must not be blocked or Make sure the dryer door can be covered. This would hinder a suffi‐ opened without hindrance after in‐ cient intake of cool air for the heat stallation. -
Page 68: Additional Installation Requirements
– Drying durations may increase slight‐ Optional accessories – Washer-dryer stack The tumble dryer can also be combined with a Miele washing machine in a washer-dryer stack. The appropriate Miele washer-dryer stacking kit is re‐ quired. – Plinth The tumble dryer can be fitted on a plinth with drawer (please note the plinth may not be available in all coun‐... -
Page 69: External Condensed Water Outlet
Installation and connection External condensed water out‐ Installation conditions requiring a non-return valve There is a risk of back-flow into Notes the dryer if a non-return valve is not When drying is in progress, con‐ fitted. densed water is pumped into the con‐ Back-flow could damage the dryer densed water container through the and also the room in which it is loca‐... -
Page 70: 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 be‐ come kinked. This could damage the hose. There will be a small amount of residual water left in the drain hose. -
Page 71: Examples
Installation and connection Examples Direct connection to a sink drain out‐ – 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 72 Installation and connection Fit adapter 1 to the sink drain outlet using nut 2. The nut is usually fitted with a washer which must be removed. Attach the end of the hose 4 to adapter 1. Use the hose holder. ...
- Page 73 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 cur‐ is lost, the plug must not be used until rent national and local safety regula‐...
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Page 74: Consumption Data
Consumption data Final spin speed in a Residu‐ Energy Dura‐ Load domestic washing al mois‐ tion machine ture 1000 2.41 Cottons 1000 1.31 Cottons Normal 1200 2.15 1400 2.05 1600 1.80 Cottons Normal + Gentle tumble 1000 2.18 + Freshen up 1000 1.09 Cottons Hand iron ... - Page 75 Consumption data Note for test institutes: For testing in accordance with EN 61121, before testing, dry a 3 kg load of cotton laundry with 70% residual moisture as per the above standard using the Cottons Normal programme without any options selected.
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Page 76: Technical Data
Technical data Height 850 mm Width 596 mm Depth 636 mm Depth with door open 1054 mm Suitable for pushing under a worktop Suitable for stacking Weight 61 kg Drum volume 120 litres Load size 1.0-9.0 kg (weight of dry laundry) Capacity of condensed water container 4.8 l Hose length 1.60 m... -
Page 77: Settings Menu
Settings menu Calling up settings Changing a setting Touching the or sensor will call You can use the Settings menu to alter up the different options for the set‐ the dryer's electronics to suit different ting. requirements. Settings can be altered For example, you can at any time. -
Page 78: Time Of Day
Settings menu Time of day Extended cool down First select either a 24 hour or 12 hour The automatic cooling down phase clock. You can then set the current time which takes place before the end of a of day. programme can be extended for all programmes with selectable drying Clock format... -
Page 79: Buzzer Volume
Settings menu – Light Options Clean out airways appears when – Normal (factory default) there is only a small build-up of fluff. – Low Buzzer volume Important The buzzer can be set to be louder or This option should not be activated if, quieter. -
Page 80: Code
If you forget the code, the The display will remain on (i.e. it will dryer will need to be unlocked by the never go out). Miele Service Department. You can switch the display and buttons back on again by pressing any button. Display brightness The brightness of the display can be altered. -
Page 81: Appliance Switch-Off
Settings menu Appliance switch-off Anti-crease To save energy the dryer will switch If you have pressed the Anti-crease off automatically after 15 minutes. You button: can lengthen or shorten the time. the drum will continue to rotate in a special anti-crease rhythm for a maxi‐ The dryer will switch off automatically mum of 2 hours after the end of the after 10, 15 or 20 minutes,... - Page 83 Miele New Zealand Limited Internet: www.miele.com.au 8 College Hill Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011, NZ China Tel: 0800 464 353, Fax: +64 9378 0146 Miele (Shanghai) Trading Ltd. Internet: www.miele.co.nz 1-3 Floor, No. 82 Shi Men Yi Road Jing' an District Singapore 200040 Shanghai, PRC Miele Southeast Asia Tel: +86 21 6157 3500, Fax: +86 21 6157 3511 Miele Pte. Ltd. E-mail: info@miele.cn, Internet: www.miele.cn 163 Penang Road # 04 - 02/03 Winsland House II Miele (Hong Kong) Limited Singapore 238463 41/F - 4101, Manhattan Place Tel: +65 6735 1191, Fax: +65 6735 1161 23 Wang Tai Road E-Mail: infosea@miele.com.sg Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong Internet: www.miele.sg Tel: (852) 2610 1331, Fax: (852)2610 1013 Email: mielehk@miele.com.hk South Africa Miele (Pty) Ltd India 63 Peter Place, Bryanston 2194 Miele India Pvt. Ltd. P.O. Box 69434, Bryanston 2021 Ground Floor, Copia Corporate Suites Tel: (011) 875 9000, Fax: (011) 875 9035 Plot No. 9, Jasola...
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