Miele Washer w 5877 User Manual

Operating instructions  
for Washing machine  
W 5877 WPS 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.  
M.-Nr. 09 495 460  
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Contents  
Caring for our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
Operating the washing machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Optional programme packages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Washing environmentally and economically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Energy and water consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Eco feedback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
How to wash correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Final spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Delay start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Short. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Stains 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Further extras 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Steam smoothing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Pre-wash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Soak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Garment care label symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34  
Changing the programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Cancelling a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Making changes to a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
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Contents  
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
The correct detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Water softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40  
Washing with several components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40  
Fabric conditioners and liquid starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
Colour run and dye removers/dyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42  
Cleaning the drum (Hygiene info) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42  
External casing and fascia panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42  
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42  
Cleaning the filter in the water inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
The programme does not start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
The following fault messages appear in the display and the programme stops. . 46  
The following fault messages appear in the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48  
An unsatisfactory wash result . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50  
The drum door will not open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or  
power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
Blocked drain outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54  
Future updates (PC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54  
Guarantee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54  
Optional spare parts and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54  
Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55  
Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55  
Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56  
Installation surface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57  
Transporting the washing machine to its installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57  
Removing the transit bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57  
Re-fitting the transit bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59  
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Contents  
Levelling the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
Screwing out and adjusting the feet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
Building under a continuous worktop/in a kitchen run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61  
Washer and Dryer stack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61  
The Miele Waterproof system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Connection to the water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
Connection to the drainage system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65  
Electrical connection U.K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66  
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67  
Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68  
Notes for test institutes: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69  
Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70  
To access Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70  
To select a Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70  
To alter a Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70  
To come out of Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70  
Language ! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70  
Total usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71  
Water plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71  
Soak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71  
Gentle action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72  
Suds cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72  
Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72  
Temperature unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73  
Buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73  
Keypad tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73  
Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73  
Standby display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74  
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74  
Anti-crease. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74  
Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75  
CareCollection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
This washing machine conforms to current safety requirements.  
Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and  
damage to property.  
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the washing  
machine, please read these instructions carefully before using it  
for the first time. They contain important information on its  
installation, safety, use and maintenance.  
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users  
are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.  
Correct application  
This washing machine is not designed for commercial use. It is  
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intended for use in domestic households and in similar working and  
residential environments.  
The washing machine is not intended for outdoor use.  
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It must only be used as a domestic appliance to wash items  
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which are specified by the manufacturer as being washable on the  
care label.  
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be  
dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from  
incorrect or improper use or operation of the washing machine.  
The washing machine can only be used by people with reduced  
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physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and  
knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown  
how to use it in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Safety with children  
Children 8 years and older may use, clean or maintain the  
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washing machine without supervision only if they have been shown  
how to do so in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.  
Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the  
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machine unless they are constantly supervised.  
The washing machine is not a toy! To prevent the risk of injury, do  
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not allow children to play with it or near it, or to play with the  
controls.  
For machines with a 'porthole' door, remember that the porthole  
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glass will be hot when washing at high temperatures  
Do not let children touch it.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Technical safety  
Before setting up the washing machine, check it for any externally  
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visible damage.  
Do not install or use a damaged washing machine.  
Before connecting the washing machine, ensure that the  
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connection data on the data plate (voltage and frequency) match  
the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified  
electrician.  
The electrical safety of this washing machine can only be  
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guaranteed when correctly earthed. It is most important that this  
basic safety requirement is observed and regularly tested, and  
where there is any doubt the household wiring system should be  
inspected by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be  
held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system  
(e.g. electric shock).  
Do not connect the washing machine to the mains electricity  
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supply by an extension lead. Extension leads do not guarantee the  
required safety of the machine (e.g. danger of overheating).  
Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele  
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original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety  
standards of the machine be guaranteed.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the  
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user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be  
undertaken by a Miele approved service technician.  
If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a  
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Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger.  
The machine must be isolated from the electricity supply in the  
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event of a fault and during installation, maintenance and repair work.  
The Miele "Water protection system" protects from water damage  
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provided the following conditions have been met:  
– the machine is correctly plumbed in and connected to the  
electricity supply.  
– if a fault has been identified, the machine must be examined by a  
competent person before further use, and repaired if necessary.  
In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or  
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other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the machine and its  
surroundings in a clean condition at all times. Any damage which  
may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered  
by the guarantee.  
This machine must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.  
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on a ship).  
Do not make any alterations to the washing machine, unless  
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authorised to do so by Miele.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Correct use  
Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures  
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below freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The  
reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at  
temperatures below freezing point.  
Before using the washing machine for the first time, check that  
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the transit bars at the rear of the machine have been removed (see  
section on "Installation and connection"). During spinning, a transit  
bar which is still in place may result in damage to both the machine  
and adjacent furniture or appliances.  
Turn off the stopcock if the machine is to be left for any length of  
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time (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor drain (gully) in the  
immediate vicinity.  
Flooding danger.  
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If hooking the drain hose into a wash basin, check that the water can  
drain off quickly enough to prevent the sink from overflowing. Make  
sure the drain hose is secure, so that the force of the water flowing  
out of the hose does not dislodge it.  
Take care to ensure that foreign objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins,  
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paper clips) do not find their way into the machine with the laundry.  
These may damage components of the machine (e.g. suds  
container, drum), which in turn can result in damage to the laundry.  
Take care when opening the drum door after using the steam  
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function. Danger of burning due to escaping steam and the high  
temperature of the surface of the drum as well as the porthole glass.  
Stand back away from the machine and wait until the steam has  
dissipated.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the machine  
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should not need to be descaled. If, however, you do wish to descale  
the machine only use proprietary non-corrosive descaling agents  
and strictly observe the instructions on the packaging. A special  
descaling agent is available to order from the Miele Spare Parts  
Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based cleaning  
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agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being  
washed in the machine.  
Do not use solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing  
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benzine, in this machine, as this may result in damage to component  
parts and create toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a fire and  
explosion hazard.  
Do not use solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing  
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benzine, to clean the outside surfaces of this machine. They can  
cause damage to plastic surfaces.  
Only use dyes specified by the manufacturer as being suitable for  
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use in a domestic washing machine. Always observe the  
manufacturer's instructions carefully.  
Colour run and dye removers contain sulphur compounds which  
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can cause damage such as corrosion. Do not use these products in  
this machine.  
If detergent comes into contact with the eyes, rinse them  
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thoroughly with lukewarm water immediately. If swallowed, seek  
medical assistance immediately and retain the packaging or label  
for reference. Those with skin problems or sensitive skin should  
avoid their skin coming into contact with detergent.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Accessories  
Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by  
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Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product  
liability claims will be invalidated.  
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-  
compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.  
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Operating the washing machine  
Control panel  
aEco feedback button  
See "Eco feedback" in "Washing  
gPC/Optical interface  
This is used by service technicians  
environmentally and economically"  
for more details about this function.  
to run diagnostic checks on your  
machine and can also be used to  
update programming data in the  
future.  
bExtra option buttons  
Various Extra options can be added  
to the washing programmes.  
hStart/Stop button  
For starting the programme selected  
and cancelling a programme once it  
has started.  
cDisplay  
See the following page for more  
information.  
iProgramme selector  
dDelay start button (V)*  
For delaying the start time of a  
programme.  
For selecting a programme. The  
indicator light next to the selected  
programme will come on. The  
programme selector can be turned  
clockwise or anti-clockwise.  
eTemperature button (OK)*  
For selecting a temperature.  
fSpin speed button (W)*  
For selecting the final spin speed or  
Rinse hold/e or No . (No spin).  
jK Button  
For switching the washing machine  
on and off.  
To save energy, the washing  
machine will switch itself off  
automatically 15 minutes after the  
end of the programme/anti-crease  
phase or after being switched on, if  
no other selection is made.  
* (V/OK/W) = These have a second  
function, please see the following  
page  
kDoor button  
Opens the machine door.  
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Operating the washing machine  
Second function of the Delay start  
(V), Temperature (OK) and Spin  
speed (W) buttons  
Programme duration  
After the start of a programme, the  
estimated programme duration will  
appear in the display in hours and  
minutes.  
When delay start is being used, the  
programme duration will appear after  
the delay start time has elapsed.  
During the first 8 minutes the washing  
machine measures how much water is  
being absorbed by the laundry and  
uses this to calculate the load. The  
programme duration may be longer or  
shorter depending on this absorbency  
rate.  
These buttons have a second function  
when Further programmes 4 is  
selected and also in the Settings. The  
second function is represented by  
symbols in the display.  
Delay start  
The delay start time selected will  
appear in the display.  
After the machine has started, the delay  
start time counts down. If the delay start  
time is more than 10 hours, it will count  
down by the hour. If it is less than 9  
hours and 59 minutes it will count down  
minute by minute.  
– The Delay start (V) button scrolls  
through the list of options to the right  
or decreases values.  
– The Spin speed (W) button scrolls  
through the list of options to the left  
or increases values.  
Once the delay start time has elapsed,  
the programme will begin and the  
estimated programme duration will  
appear in the display.  
– The Temperature (OK) button  
confirms the programme selected,  
the value set or opens the sub menu  
of the Setting selected.  
Settings  
The Settings can be used to tailor  
machine to suit your personal  
preferences.  
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Operating the washing machine  
Optional programme packages Hygiene & kids  
You can have additional programme  
packages (containing a number of  
individual programmes) loaded into  
your machine.  
– Kids' quick wash  
– Minimum iron hygiene  
– Toy building blocks  
These have to be downloaded by a  
Miele service engineer.  
Medic  
– First wash  
– Minimum iron hygiene  
– Nappies  
The following programme packages  
can be downloaded into your machine  
if they were not supplied with your  
machine ex-works (depending on  
model):  
– Pillows  
Eco  
Nursery  
– Cottons Eco  
– Cottons Eco plus  
– Minimum iron Eco  
– Baby towelling  
– Baby Wear  
– Kids' sleeping bags  
– Nappies  
Home  
– Soft toys  
– Curtains  
– Down filled items  
– Pillows  
Sport & leisure  
– Bathrobes  
– Sportswear  
– Trainers  
– Silks/lingerie  
Home XL  
The new programmes can then be  
selected by turning the programme  
selector to Further programmes 4.  
– Bathrobes  
– Curtains  
– Down filled items  
– Pillows  
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Before using for the first time  
Setting the language  
Before using the machine for the first  
time ensure that it is correctly  
installed and connected. Also  
check that the drain filter is securely  
tightened to prevent the risk of leaks  
during use. See "Installation and  
connection".  
You will be asked to select the  
language you require for the display. It  
is possible to change the language at  
any time via the Settings.  
!
deutsch  
^ If the language shown is not the one  
you want, select the language you do  
want by turning the programme  
selector. Confirm your selection by  
pressing the Start/Stop button.  
This washing machine has  
undergone a complete functional test  
at the factory and there will be some  
residual water in the drum from this  
process.  
Reminder to remove transport bars  
To avoid the risk of damage, the  
transport bars must be removed  
before the machine is used for the  
first time. See "Installation and  
connection" for instructions on how  
to do this.  
For safety reasons, spinning is not  
possible until the machine has been  
prepared for using for the first time. To  
activate the spinning function you must  
run a wash programme without laundry  
and without detergent.  
Using detergent could result in an  
excessive build-up of foam.  
^ After removing the transport bars (if  
this has not already been done by  
your fitter), press the Start/Stop  
button.  
This also activates the ball valve. The  
ball valve prevents detergent escaping  
from the suds container into the sump  
during a wash programme, thus making  
maximum use of the detergent.  
Running your first programme  
Cottons r will be selected  
automatically. Run this programme  
without any laundry and without  
detergent.  
^ Press the K button.  
If the washing machine is being  
switched on for the first time, the  
welcome screen will appear.  
^ Open the stopcock.  
^ Press the Start/Stop button.  
The welcome screen will appear in  
the display every time the washing  
machine is switched on until a  
programme lasting longer than  
1 hour has been completed.  
^ At the end of the programme switch  
the machine off.  
The washing machine is now ready for  
use.  
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Washing environmentally and economically  
Energy and water consumption  
Detergent  
– Water consumption and energy  
usage are determined by the size of  
the load.  
– Do not exceed the amounts of  
detergent recommended by the  
manufacturer on the packaging.  
To make the most out of your  
machine, load the maximum dry load  
for the programme you are using.  
– Adjust the dosage to the degree of  
soiling of the laundry.  
– Reduce the amount of detergent with  
smaller loads (approx. 1/3 less than  
the amount recommended can be  
used when washing a half load).  
– When smaller amounts of laundry are  
washed, the automatic load  
recognition system will reduce the  
amount of water, time and energy  
used. This may mean that the time  
left shown in the display is adjusted  
during the course of the wash  
programme.  
Choosing the correct Extra option  
(Short, Pre-wash and Soak)  
Select:  
– Use the Express 20 programme for  
– A wash programme together with the  
Short extra option for light soiling  
where there are no obvious marks.  
small loads.  
– Modern detergents make it possible  
to wash at lower temperatures (e.g  
20°C). Washing using lower  
temperature settings will save  
energy.  
– A wash programme without any extra  
options for normal to heavy soiling  
with visible staining.  
– A wash programme together with the  
Soak extra option for very heavily  
soiled laundry.  
– To maintain the hygiene of the  
washing machine, carry out a hot  
wash (60°C or above) using powder  
detergent at regular intervals. The  
Hygiene Info message will appear in  
the display to remind you to carry out  
a hot wash.  
– The Pre-wash extra option for laundry  
with large amounts of dirt (e.g. dust,  
sand).  
When drying with a tumble dryer  
Selecting the highest possible spin  
speed for the wash programme will  
save energy when drying in a tumble  
dryer afterwards.  
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Washing environmentally and economically  
Eco feedback  
The probable consumption levels will  
then be displayed by a bar chart.  
The Eco feedback button is used for  
calling up information about the  
machine's energy and water  
consumption.  
Energy eeee Water  
ee  
The more bars (e) in the display, the  
more energy or water will be used.  
The Eco feedback button must be  
The estimate is influenced by the  
programme selected, the temperature  
and any Extra options selected.  
held in to display this information.  
Pressing the Eco feedback button gives  
two different types of information:  
2. Actual usage  
– Before and during the programme an  
estimate is shown.  
The actual amount of energy and water  
used can be shown in the display  
before opening the door at the end of a  
programme.  
– At the end of the programme it  
shows actual water and energy  
consumption.  
^ Press and hold the Eco feedback  
button.  
1. Estimate  
1.5  
kWh  
55  
l
Opening the door or automatic  
switching off at the end of the  
programme resets the data to the  
estimated values.  
Total usage  
The Total usage Setting gives details of  
energy and water consumption over a  
period of time.  
Energy consumption is always given  
in whole numbers, rounded up or  
down.  
^ Press and hold the Eco feedback  
button after selecting the  
programme.  
For more information see "Settings".  
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How to wash correctly  
Brief instructions  
,If you use a solvent-based  
The headings numbered A, B, C, . . .  
show the operating sequence and can  
be used as brief instructions.  
cleaning agent (e.g. one containing  
benzene) to pre-treat a stain, make  
sure that any plastic parts (e.g.  
buttons) are protected, and that the  
cleaning agent is rinsed off before  
washing the garment in the machine.  
ASort the laundry  
,Do not use solvent-based  
cleaning agents in or on this machine.  
^ Sort the laundry by colour and by  
care label. Most garments have a  
textile care label in the collar or side  
seam.  
Dark textiles often contain excess dye  
and should be washed separately  
several times before being included in  
a mixed load. Always wash whites and  
coloureds separately.  
^ Empty all pockets.  
,Foreign objects (e.g. nails,  
coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause  
damage to garments and  
– Curtains: Remove lead weights first  
or place in a laundry bag.  
components in the machine.  
– Underwiring and collar stiffeners:  
Any loose wiring in bras, shirt collar  
stiffeners, etc. should be removed or  
sewn in.  
^ Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should  
be cleaned as soon as possible,  
preferably whilst still fresh. Spillages  
should be carefully dabbed off using  
a soft colourfast cloth. Do not rub!  
– Knitted garments, trousers and  
jeans, T-shirts and sweat shirts: Turn  
inside out, if recommended by the  
manufacturer.  
Badly soiled areas can be pre-treated  
with liquid detergent, stain removers  
etc. first, following the manufacturer's  
instructions. With particularly stubborn  
stains ask your dry cleaner for advice.  
– Close any zips, fasten hooks and  
eyes etc before washing.  
– Fasten duvet covers etc. to prevent  
small items from being rolled up  
inside them.  
Do not wash any items in this machine  
which are specified by the  
manufacturer as not washable on the  
care label. (h symbol)  
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How to wash correctly  
BSwitch on the washing machine  
DSelect a programme  
The interior drum lighting will come on.  
A. Selecting programmes using the  
programme selector  
The drum lighting will go out  
automatically after five minutes. Press  
the Door button to switch the drum  
lighting back on again.  
CLoad the drum  
^ Press the Door button to open the  
drum door.  
^ Turn the programme selector  
clockwise or anti-clockwise to the  
required programme. The  
programme indicator light for the  
programme selected will come on.  
Further programmes are available  
under the programme setting Further  
programmes 4.  
^ 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.  
The most efficient use of energy and  
water is achieved when a full load is  
washed. However, do not overload as  
this causes creases and reduces  
cleaning efficiency.  
^ Shut the door with a gentle swing.  
Make sure that items do not get  
caught between the drum door and  
the seal.  
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How to wash correctly  
B. Selecting programmes using the  
programme selector at the Further  
programmes 4 position and the  
display  
ESelect a temperature / spin speed  
The suggested temperature and/or spin  
speed can be changed.  
1:59  
60°  
1600  
^ Press the Temperature button to alter  
the temperature and press the Spin  
speed button to alter the spin speed.  
FSelect any Extra option(s)  
^ Turn the programme selector  
clockwise until the indicator light for  
Further programmes 4 comes on.  
^ The following will appear in the  
display:  
^ Select any Extra options by pressing  
the appropriate button. The relevant  
indicator light will come on to show  
which Extra option has been  
selected.  
Not all Extra options are suitable for use  
with every programme.  
You can only select Extra options which  
are compatible with the programme  
being used.  
^ Scroll through the list using the  
Delay start (V) and Spin speed (W)  
buttons.  
See "Extra options" for more  
information.  
^ When the programme you want  
shows in the display, confirm your  
selection by pressing the  
Temperature (OK) button.  
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How to wash correctly  
GSelect Delay start (if required)  
The start of a programme can be  
delayed from 15 minutes up to 24  
hours, allowing you to make use of  
night-time economy electricity rates, for  
example.  
See "Delay start" for more information.  
HAdd detergent  
It is important to dispense the correct  
amount, because... . .  
. . . too little detergent results in:  
^ Pull out the detergent drawer and  
add detergent to the compartments  
as follows:  
– Laundry not getting properly clean  
and with time it may become grey  
and hard to the touch.  
i
– Greasy particles clinging to the  
laundry.  
Detergent for the pre-wash. Divide  
the total recommended amount as  
follows: add 1/3 to compartment i  
and 2/3 to compartment j  
– Limescale deposits on the heater  
elements.  
j
. . . too much detergent results in:  
Detergent for the main wash,  
including Soak if selected  
– Excessive foam which causes a low  
level of agitation and poor wash,  
rinse and spin results.  
§
– Higher water consumption (an  
additional rinse cycle will  
automatically switch in).  
Fabric conditioner and liquid starch  
^ Close the detergent drawer.  
See "Detergent" for further information  
on detergent dispensing.  
– A burden to the environment.  
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How to wash correctly  
IStart the programme  
Check that all items have been  
removed from the drum. Items left in  
the drum could discolour other items  
in the next wash or become  
^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button.  
If a Delay start time has been selected,  
then this will count down in the display. At  
the end of the delay start time or  
discoloured themselves.  
immediately after the programme has  
started (if a delay start time has not been  
selected) the estimated programme  
duration will appear in the display. During  
the first 8 minutes the machine measures  
how much water is being absorbed by  
the laundry. The programme duration  
may be longer or shorter depending on  
this absorbency rate.  
The programme sequence is also  
shown in the display. The machine lets  
you know which section of the  
programme has been reached.  
The drum lighting switches off once the  
programme has started.  
^ Check the folds in the door seal for  
any small articles, e.g. buttons, which  
might be lodged there.  
JRemove the laundry when the  
programme has finished  
^ Switch the machine off with the K  
button.  
In the anti-crease phase after the  
programme has finished, the following  
will appear alternately in the display:  
^ Close the drum door. Otherwise there  
is the danger of objects being placed  
inadvertently in the drum. If these  
remained unnoticed and were  
washed in the next load, they could  
damage the laundry.  
0:00 Anti-crease  
and  
0:00 Finish  
The machine will switch off  
automatically 15 minutes after the  
end of the anti-crease phase. You will  
need to press the K button to switch  
it back on again.  
^ Press the Door button to open the  
drum door.  
^ Remove the laundry.  
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Spinning  
Final spin speed  
To omit the final spin (Rinse hold)  
^ Select the Rinse hold (e) setting  
using the Spin speed button. The  
laundry will not be spun and will  
remain suspended in the final rinse  
water. This reduces creasing if the  
laundry is not going to be removed  
from the drum immediately after the  
end of the programme.  
Programme  
Cottons  
rpm  
1600  
1200  
1200  
800  
Minimum iron  
Woollens /  
Outerwear  
Proofing  
1000  
1600  
Express 20  
– To start the final spin:  
Maintenance prog.  
Down duvets  
Delicates  
1200  
600  
The washing machine will display the  
maximum spin speed possible. You  
can select a spin speed lower than  
this. Start the final spin by pressing  
the Start/Stop button.  
Automatic plus  
Shirts  
1200  
600  
Steam care  
– To end the programme:  
Dark garments / Denim  
Hygiene  
1200  
1600  
1600  
1200  
Press the Door button. The water will  
drain away. Press the Door button  
again to open the door.  
Spin  
Separate rinse/Starch  
To omit rinse and interim spin and  
You can reduce the final spin speed.  
However, you cannot select a final spin  
speed higher than that shown in the  
chart above.  
the final spin (No .)  
^ Select the No . setting using the  
Spin speed button.  
The laundry is not spun after the final  
rinse. The water will drain away and the  
machine will go straight into the anti-  
crease stage.  
Rinse and interim spin  
There is a spin after the main wash and  
between the rinses. A reduction in the  
final spin speed will also reduce the  
interim spin speed. If a spin speed of  
less than 700 rpm is selected for a  
Cottons programme, an additional rinse  
is introduced.  
With some programmes an additional  
rinse is introduced if this setting is  
selected.  
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Delay start  
Delay start allows you to choose when  
you want the programme to start. The  
start of a programme can be delayed  
from 15 minutes up to a maximum of 24  
hours, allowing you to make use of  
night-time economy electricity rates, for  
example.  
Altering delay start  
You can change the delay start time at  
any time by pressing the Delay start  
button.  
Cancelling delay start before delay  
start has been activated  
Selecting delay start  
^ Press the Delay start button until  
24 h is showing in the display. Then  
press the Delay start button again  
briefly to cancel delay start.  
^ Press the Delay start button. The  
following will appear in the display:  
0:15 ,  
60°  
1600  
If you cancel delay start after the Start/  
Stop has been pressed, the washing  
programme will start immediately.  
^ Each press on the Delay start button  
increases the start time:  
– in 15 minute steps up to 1 hour,  
– in 30 minute steps up to 10 hours,  
– in 1 hour steps from 10 hours  
upwards.  
If you keep the Delay start button  
pressed in, the time will continue to  
count up to 24 hours.  
Activating delay start  
^ Press the Start/Stop button to activate  
delay start. The following will appear  
in the display:  
4:30 , until start  
After the delay start time has elapsed,  
the washing programme will start and  
the estimated programme duration and  
the programme sequence will show in  
the display.  
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Programme chart  
Please refer to the separate booklet for information on programmes available as  
additional programme packages.  
Cottons 9876*  
cold to 90°C  
Max. load 8.0 kg  
Use for  
Cotton, linen or cotton mix fabric, e.g. table linen, towelling,  
underwear, T-shirts etc.  
Note  
The 60°/40°C programmes differ from the r/s programmes  
as follows:  
– Shorter programme duration  
– Longer temperature holding times  
– Higher energy consumption  
Where particularly high levels of hygiene are required please  
select a temperature of 60°C or higher.  
Cottons  
Use for  
Notes  
r/s  
Max. load 8.0 kg  
Normally soiled cotton garments  
– These settings are the most efficient in terms of energy and  
water consumption for washing cottons.  
– With r the actual wash temperature reached will be lower  
than 60°C although the wash performance is the same as with  
the standard Cottons 60°C programme.  
Note for test institutes:  
The test programme conforms to EN 60456 and the energy label with  
Directive 1061/2010.  
Minimum iron  
cold to 60°C  
Max. load 3.5 kg  
43218E76*  
Use for  
Synthetic, mixed fibre and easy care cotton. If fabrics have a high  
proportion of man-made fibres it is advisable to programme the  
machine for "Gentle action".  
Note  
Reduce the spin speed for fabric which creases easily.  
Woollens /ac*  
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.  
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Programme chart  
Outerwear  
cold to 40°C  
Max. load 2.5 kg  
Use for  
Outerwear made from membrane fabric such as Gore-Tex®,  
SYMPATEX®, WINDSTOPPER® etc.  
Notes  
– Zip up jackets before washing.  
– Do not use fabric conditioner.  
– If wished these garments can also be re-proofed using the  
Proofing programme. Proofing should not be done every time  
the garment is washed.  
Proofing  
40°C  
Max. load 2.5 kg  
Use for  
Treating microfibre fabric, skiwear, and table linen made from  
mainly synthetic fibres to provide a water and stain resistant finish.  
Notes  
– The items should be freshly laundered and spun or dried before  
proofing.  
– For best results, the items should be heat-treated afterwards,  
either in a tumble dryer or by ironing.  
Express 20 76*  
cold to 40°C  
Max. load 3.5 kg  
Use for  
Cotton and minimum iron garments that have hardly been worn or  
are only very lightly soiled.  
Note  
The Short extra option will be activated automatically.  
Maintenance prog.  
75°C  
Empty  
With frequent washing at low temperatures, there is the danger of a build-up of  
bacteria in the washing machine.  
Cleaning the washing machine will significantly reduce bacteria, fungus and  
biofilm and help prevent the build-up of unpleasant odours.  
Notes  
– Optimum results can be achieved by using Miele machine  
cleaner. Alternatively a universal powder detergent can be  
used.  
– Dispense the machine cleaner or universal powder via the  
detergent compartment.  
– Do not load any laundry. The drum must be empty for the  
maintenance programme.  
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Programme chart  
Down duvets  
cold to 60°C  
Max. load 2.5 kg  
1 down duvet  
2.20m x 2.00m  
Use for  
Note  
Down filled duvets.  
Please observe the manufacturer's care label.  
Delicates 4321ac*  
cold to 60°C  
Max. load 2.5 kg  
Use for  
Delicate garments made from synthetic fibre, mixed fibre, rayon  
and easy care cotton.  
Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washable  
by the manufacturer.  
Notes  
– Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with pre-  
wash advisable.  
– Select No . (No spin) for items which crease easily.  
Automatic plus 7621*  
cold to 40°C  
Max. load 5.0 kg  
Use for  
Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum  
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.  
Shirts  
cold to 60°C  
Max. load 2.0 kg  
Notes  
– Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary.  
– Wash silk shirts and blouses in the Delicates programme.  
Max. load 2.0 kg  
Steam care  
Use for  
Reducing the amount of creasing in damp, freshly washed and  
spun garments.  
Notes  
– 5-6 shirts make up a load of approx. 2.0 kg.  
– Smaller loads give a better result.  
– Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and  
then tumble dry using the Smoothing or Gentle smoothing  
programme or place on a hanger to dry.  
* Please note that the "buckets" represent garment care label symbols. See  
"Garment care label symbols".  
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Programme chart  
Dark garments / Denim  
cold to 60°C  
Max. load 3.0 kg  
Use for  
Notes  
Black and dark garments made from cotton, mixed fibre or denim.  
– Wash inside out.  
– Denim often contains excess dye and may run during the first  
few washes. Wash light and dark coloured items separately.  
Hygiene  
30°C to 90°C  
Max. load 7.0 kg  
Use for  
Cotton and linen fabric which have been in direct contact with the  
skin, e.g. underwear, nappies, towelling, bed linen, pillow and  
mattress covers or where high standards of hygiene are required.  
Notes  
– For optimum hygiene results select a temperature of 60°C or  
above.  
– Observe the manufacturer's care label.  
Spin  
Notes  
– To drain only: Select No . (No spin).  
– Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.  
Separate rinse/Starch  
Max. load 7.0 kg  
Use for  
– Rinsing hand-washed items.  
– Starching table cloths, serviettes and workwear  
Notes  
– Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.  
– Items for starching should be freshly laundered but not treated  
with fabric conditioner.  
– You can achieve a particularly good rinse result with two rinses  
by activating the Water plus extra option. For this, the Extra  
rinse option of the Water plus Setting must be activated (see  
"Settings" at the end of this booklet).  
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Extras  
Extra options are selected or  
Further extras 4  
deselected by pressing the appropriate  
button and via the display.  
The Further extras sub-menu will open  
in the display.  
Extra options available for that  
programme are shown in the display.  
<
Steam smoothing  
.
^ Scroll through the list using the Delay  
start (V) and Spin speed (W) buttons.  
Press the Temperature (OK) button to  
select the Extra option you want.  
Only one further Extra option may be  
selected.  
^ The Extra option can be deselected  
by pressing the Further extras 4  
button again.  
^ Press the Short button or the Stains 4  
button and/or the Further extras 4  
button.  
Steam smoothing  
Short  
At the end of the programme, the  
laundry is dampened with steam in  
order to reduce creasing. The  
maximum load is 2.0 kg, as smaller  
loads give a better result.  
For light to normal soiling with no visible  
staining.  
This shortens the programme running  
time.  
Water plus  
Stains 4  
The water level in the main wash and  
the rinses will be increased.  
There is a choice of various types of  
stains for achieving the optimum wash  
result with stain removal. The wash  
programme is optimised for the type of  
stain. One stain type can be selected  
per wash programme.  
You can select other settings for Water  
plus. These are described in "Settings".  
If the "Short" extra option was selected  
previously, it will be deselected  
automatically.  
Press the Stains 4 button again to  
come out of the Stains sub-menu.  
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Extras  
Pre-wash  
Extra quiet  
For laundry with large amounts of dirt  
e.g. dust, sand.  
If using your washing machine during  
quiet periods, you can reduce the noise  
levels even more.  
Soak  
If the Extra quiet option is selected, the  
machine will activate the Rinse hold  
option and not spin. The programme  
duration is longer.  
For heavily soiled items with protein  
stains.  
You can select a soak time of between  
30 minutes and 2 hours in 30 minute  
steps. This is described in "Settings".  
To deactivate Rinse hold  
^ Use the Spin button to select the spin  
The default setting is 2 hours.  
speed you want.  
By using Delay start you can make sure  
the final spin occurs outside quiet  
periods in the home.  
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Extras  
The following Extra options can be selected in addition to the programme:  
Cottons  
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
Minimum iron  
Woollens /  
Outerwear  
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
Proofing  
1)  
Express 20  
Maintenance prog.  
Down duvets  
Delicates  
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
Automatic plus  
Shirts  
#
Steam care  
Dark garments/Denim  
Hygiene  
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
Spin  
Separate rinse/Starch  
#
1)  
This extra option is activated automatically as part of the programme but can  
be deactivated  
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Garment care label symbols  
Washing  
Ironing  
The figure quoted in the bucket is the  
maximum temperature the garment  
can be washed at. The number of  
bars under the symbol indicates the  
level of agitation permitted.  
The number of dots indicates the  
ironing temperature  
I
H
G
Hot iron (max sole plate temp.  
approx. 200°C)  
Medium hot iron (max sole  
plate temp. approx. 150°C)  
9
4
c
/
No bar under the symbol: =  
normal agitation  
Cool iron (max sole plate  
temp. approx. 110°C). Do not  
steam iron garments carrying  
this symbol.  
One bar under the symbol: =  
reduced agitation  
Two bars under the symbol: =  
much reduced agitation  
J
Do not iron  
Hand wash (if no temperature  
is specified use the lowest  
temperature or cold)  
Professional cleaning  
f
p
Dry clean only. The letters  
indicate the type of cleaning  
agent required.  
h
Do not wash  
w
Professional Wet Clean only  
Do not dry clean  
Drying  
D
The number of dots indicates the  
drying temperature  
Bleaching  
q
r
s
Normal temperature  
Low temperature  
Do not tumble dry  
x
{
Any oxidising bleaching  
agent can be used  
Only use an oxygen based  
bleach or a non-chlorine  
bleach  
z
Do not bleach  
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Programme sequence  
Main wash  
Rinses  
Spinning  
Water  
level  
Wash  
Water Rinses Interim  
Final  
spin  
rhythm  
level  
(
e
e
e
spin  
L
L
L
L4)  
Cottons  
d
(
e
e
(
d
(
(
e
(
e
(
a
c
2-41)2)  
L
L
L
L
L
L
Minimum iron  
Woollens /  
Outerwear  
2-33)  
f
2
d
3
Proofing  
d
Express 20  
Maintenance prog.  
Down duvets5)  
Delicates  
b
d
e
e
e
e
e
d
1-33)  
2
L
a
d
3
L
L
L
L
L
d
3
Automatic plus  
Shirts  
abc  
c
2-33)  
2
L
Dark garments /  
Denim  
b
3
Hygiene  
Spin  
(
b
(
3-42)  
L
L
L
L
Separate rinse/  
Starch  
e
1
Please see next page for description of the symbols  
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Programme sequence  
d = Low water level  
( = Medium water level  
e = High water level  
Special features in the programme  
sequences:  
Anti-crease:  
At the end of every programme, with  
the exception of the Woollens  
programme, the drum continues to turn  
at intervals for up to 30 minutes to help  
prevent creasing.  
a
b
c
d
e
f
= Intensive rhythm  
= Normal rhythm  
= Gentle rhythm  
= Sensitive rhythm  
= Ultra sensitive rhythm  
= Handwash rhythm  
The door can be opened and laundry  
removed at any time during the anti-  
crease phase.  
1)  
A second rinse is carried out when a  
This machine has fully electronic  
controls with automatic load  
temperature between 60°C and 90°C  
has been selected. A third rinse is  
carried out when a temperature  
below 60°C is selected.  
recognition. It takes in the right amount  
of water required for the programme  
depending on the amount of laundry  
and its absorbency rate. This means  
that programme cycles and durations  
can vary.  
2)  
A third or fourth rinse is carried out if:  
– there is too much foam in the drum  
– a spin speed lower than 700 rpm has  
been selected  
The programme sequences outlined in  
the chart are based on the basic  
programme with a full load. Extra  
options which can be selected have not  
been taken into account.  
– The spin speed has been  
deselected.  
3)  
A third rinse is carried out if:  
The display shows the stage the  
programme has reached.  
– The spin has been deselected.  
4)  
In the Outerwear programme,  
laundry is only spun after the main  
wash.  
5)  
Run-up to spin: A run-up to spin is  
carried out before the wash process  
begins, to deflate down-filled items.  
Subsequent water intake for the main  
wash is through compartment j.  
6)  
Pre-rinse: A pre-rinse without  
detergent is carried out automatically  
to remove dust.  
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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  
programme.  
^ Press the Start/Stop button.  
Cancel programme  
Temperature  
^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button  
again.  
It is possible to select a different  
temperature up to 5 minutes after the  
programme has started, except with the  
Cottons programme.  
The suds will be pumped away.  
If you want to remove the laundry:  
^ Press the Door button.  
^ Press the Temperature button.  
If you want to select a different  
programme:  
Spin speed  
It is possible to change the spin speed  
up until the final spin begins.  
^ Switch the machine off with the K  
button.  
^ Press the Spin speed button.  
^ Switch the washing machine back on  
again.  
Extra options  
^ Check that there is still detergent in  
the detergent drawer. Add detergent,  
if necessary.  
It is possible to select or deselect the  
Short, Water plus and Extra Quiet Extra  
options up to five minutes after the  
programme has started.  
^ Select a new programme.  
A programme cannot be cancelled  
or changed if the safety lock has  
been activated.  
Interrupting a programme  
^ Switch the machine off with the K  
button.  
To continue with the same programme:  
^ Switch the machine back on again  
with the K button.  
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Changing the programme sequence  
Adding or removing laundry  
Safety lock  
after a programme has started  
The safety lock prevents the machine  
from being opened and programmes  
from being cancelled during a wash  
programme.  
^ Press the Door button to open the  
drum door.  
^ Add or remove items.  
^ Close the drum door.  
To activate the safety lock  
The programme will continue  
automatically.  
^ Press and hold in the Start/Stop  
button after the programme has  
started.  
Please note:  
Stop or in 3 secs 0  
Once a programme has started the  
machine cannot recognise any  
adjustment to the load.  
^ Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in  
until the time has elapsed and the  
following appears in the display:  
For this reason, if laundry is added or  
removed after the start of a programme,  
the machine will always complete the  
programme cycle assuming a full load  
which can lead to an increase in the  
programme duration shown in the  
display.  
Locked 0  
The safety lock is now activated. It is  
deactivated automatically at the end of  
the programme.  
To deactivate the safety lock  
The door cannot be opened, if:  
^ Press and hold in the Start/Stop  
button after the programme has  
started.  
– the suds temperature is above 55°C.  
– the water is above a certain level.  
Unlock in 3 secs 0  
– the programme has reached the  
Final spin stage.  
^ Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in  
until the time has elapsed and the  
following appears in the display:  
If you press the Door button when the  
above conditions are present, the  
following will appear in the display:  
Unlocked 1  
:
Door locked  
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Detergent  
The correct detergent  
All modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable.  
Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these are supplied with the detergent. Tablets  
are suitable for full loads, but note that it may be impractical to reduce tablets for  
smaller loads. Some tablets do not dissolve as rapidly as others, and may not be  
suitable for programmes with short durations.  
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.  
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Detergent  
Universal Detergent Detergent Specialist Proofing  
Fabric  
detergent  
for  
for  
detergent* agent** conditioner  
coloureds delicates  
Cottons  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Minimum iron  
Woollens /  
Outerwear1)  
Proofing  
X
X
Express 201)  
X
X
X
Maintenance  
programme  
X
Down duvets1)  
Delicates  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Automatic plus  
Shirts  
Dark garments /  
Denim1)  
X
Hygiene2)  
X
X
X
Separate rinse/  
Starch  
X
1)  
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  
to compartment i for the pre-wash  
2)  
Use powder detergent  
* Specialist detergent  
Detergent designed specifically for the wash programme or type of fabric.  
** Only use proofing agents containing fluorochemical compounds which are  
stated by the manufacturer as being "suitable for use on membrane textiles".  
Do not use proofing agents which contain paraffin. Add proofing agents to  
compartment §.  
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Detergent  
The right amount to dispense will  
depend on the following:  
Refill packs of detergent  
When purchasing detergent buy refill  
packs wherever possible. This helps  
reduce the amount of waste packaging.  
– The quantity of laundry  
– The soiling level of the laundry  
Lightly soiled  
Water softener  
No visible dirt or stains. Possibly  
slight body odour.  
A water softener can be used to cut  
down on the use of detergents in hard  
water areas. Dispense according to the  
amount specified on the packaging.  
First add detergent and then the water  
softener.  
Normally soiled  
Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight  
stains.  
Heavily soiled  
Visible dirt and stains and/or dried on  
soiling.  
Miele branded water softening tablets  
are available from the Miele Spare Parts  
Department or via the internet on  
– The water hardness level.  
Check with your local water supplier  
if you do not know the hardness level  
in your area.  
Use a quantity of detergent as for soft  
water.  
Water hardness levels  
Washing with several  
components  
Hardness  
scale  
Hardness level  
mmol/l  
German  
°d  
If you wash using several components  
(e.g. special application detergents),  
we recommend always dispensing the  
agents into compartment j in the  
following order:  
I (soft)  
II (medium)  
III (hard)  
0 - 1.5  
1.5 - 2.5  
Above 2.5  
0 - 8.4  
8.4 - 14  
Above 14  
1. Detergent  
2. Water softeners  
3. Stain remover  
This way the agents are distributed  
more evenly.  
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Detergent  
Fabric conditioners and liquid  
starch  
If starching frequently, thoroughly  
clean the dispenser compartment,  
especially the siphon tube and  
fabric conditioner channel, regularly.  
See "Cleaning the detergent  
Starch  
Stiffens and gives body to items of  
laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths and bed  
linen.  
dispenser drawer". Do not use  
powder starch formulations or  
viscous liquid starch in the  
Fabric conditioners  
Make garments soft to handle and help  
prevent static cling when tumble  
drying.  
§ compartment as it will clog up.  
Adding fabric conditioner or starch  
separately  
Automatic dispensing of fabric  
conditioner or liquid starch to  
laundry at the end of a programme  
^ Dispense in accordance with  
manufacturer's instructions on the  
packaging.  
^ Dispense liquids into the §  
compartment and powder or viscous  
formulations into the i  
compartment.  
^ Turn the programme selector to  
Separate rinse/Starch.  
^ Select a spin speed.  
^ Press the Start/Stop button.  
Colour run and dye removers/  
dyes  
^ Add the fabric conditioner or liquid  
starch to compartment §. Do not  
exceed the maximum level mark.  
^ Do not use colour run or dye  
removers in this machine.  
It will be dispensed automatically in the  
last rinse. At the end of the programme  
a small amount of water remains in the  
fabric conditioner compartment §.  
^ Dyes suitable for use in domestic  
washing machines can be used.  
However, please note that the salt  
used in the dyeing process can  
cause corrosion to stainless steel  
components in the machine if you  
dye frequently. Follow the  
manufacturer's instructions carefully.  
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Cleaning and care  
A range of Miele branded cleaning and  
conditioning products is available to  
order from Miele or the internet at  
,Do not use solvents, abrasive  
cleaners, glass cleaners or multi-  
purpose cleaning agents.  
These could damage plastic  
surfaces and other parts.  
Cleaning the drum (Hygiene  
info)  
Cleaning the detergent  
dispenser drawer  
Washing at low temperatures and/or  
using liquid detergent can cause  
bacteria and unpleasant odours to  
build up in the machine. The washing  
machine can be cleaned using the  
Maintenance programme. This should  
be done regularly, at the latest when  
the Hygiene Info message appears in  
the display.  
The pre-wash and main wash  
compartments of the detergent  
dispensing drawer are self-cleaning.  
For hygiene reasons, clean the entire  
drawer at regular intervals.  
,Disconnect the machine from the  
mains electricity supply and  
withdraw the plug from the socket  
before cleaning the machine.  
,The machine must not be hosed  
down.  
External casing and fascia  
panel  
^ Pull out the detergent dispenser  
drawer until a resistance is felt. Press  
down the release catch and at the  
same time pull the drawer right out of  
the machine.  
^ Clean the casing using a Miele E-  
cloth or with a mild non-abrasive  
cleaning agent or soap and water  
using a well wrung-out cloth. Wipe  
dry with a soft cloth.  
^ Clean the drawer with hot water.  
^ The drum can be cleaned with a  
proprietary stainless steel cleaning  
agent, following the manufacturer's  
instructions on the packaging.  
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Cleaning and care  
^ Clean the siphon.  
Cleaning the detergent dispenser  
drawer housing  
1. Remove the siphon from  
compartment § and rinse under hot  
running water. Clean the siphon tube  
in the same way.  
^ Use a bottle brush to remove  
detergent residues and limescale  
from the jets inside the detergent  
dispenser drawer housing.  
2. Replace the siphon.  
If starching frequently, thoroughly  
clean the siphon and siphon tube  
regularly. A build-up of liquid starch  
will cause them to get clogged.  
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Cleaning and care  
Cleaning the filter in the water  
inlet  
^ First turn off the stopcock.  
^ Unscrew the threaded union  
connecting the free end of the inlet  
hose to the stopcock.  
The washing machine has a filter to  
protect the water inlet valve.  
The accessible filter in the union in the  
open end of the inlet hose should be  
checked every six months, or more  
often if there are frequent interruptions  
to the external water supply.  
^ Remove the rubber seal 1 from the  
recess.  
^ Using pointed pliers, take hold of the  
plastic filter bar 2 and remove.  
^ Clean the plastic filter.  
^ Put the filter and seal back in the  
reverse order and reconnect the  
hose.  
Turn on the stopcock and check the  
connection is watertight. If water drips  
out, tighten the connection.  
Never forget to put the filter back in  
place after cleaning.  
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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. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be  
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.  
The programme does not start  
Problem  
Possible cause  
Remedy  
Check whether  
The display remains  
dark, and the Start/  
Stop button indicator  
light does not come  
on.  
There is no power to  
the machine.  
– the mains plug is plugged  
in and switched on.  
– the fuse or circuit breaker  
has tripped.  
The washing machine Switch the machine back on  
has turned itself off  
automatically to save  
energy.  
again with the K button.  
You are asked to enter Access via a code has Enter the code and confirm  
a code.  
been activated.  
the entry. Deactivate the  
code if you do not wish this  
message to appear in the  
display the next time the  
machine is switched on.  
The display is dark.  
The display has  
switched off  
Press a button. The machine  
will come out of standby  
mode.  
automatically to save  
energy (Standby  
mode).  
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Problem solving guide  
The following fault messages appear in the display and the  
programme stops  
Fault message  
Possible cause  
Remedy A  
Drain  
fault  
– The water outlet is  
blocked or restricted.  
– Clean the drain filter and  
the drain pump.  
;
;
– The drain hose has  
been fixed too high.  
– The maximum delivery head  
is 1 m.  
Water inlet  
fault  
The water inlet is blocked Check whether  
or restricted.  
– the stopcock is opened  
properly.  
– the inlet hose is kinked.  
– the water pressure is too  
low.  
The filter in the water inlet Clean the filter.  
hose is dirty.  
Waterproof  
fault  
The water protection  
system has reacted.  
– Close the stopcock.  
;
;
– Call the Service  
Department.  
Technical  
fault  
There is a fault.  
Start the programme again.  
If the fault message appears  
again, contact the Service  
Department.  
ATo switch off the fault message: Switch the machine off with the K button.  
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Problem solving guide  
The following fault messages appear in the display  
Fault message  
Possible cause  
Remedy  
Heating fault  
The washing machine is Start the programme again.  
not heating up the water. If the fault message appears  
again, contact the Service  
Department.  
Chk detergent  
Hygiene info  
Excessive foam has built Use less detergent next time  
up during washing.  
and follow the manufacturer's  
instructions on dosage given on  
the packaging.  
A programme using a  
In order to prevent bacteria and  
temperature above 60°C unpleasant odours building up  
has not been run for a  
long time.  
in the machine, run the  
Maintenance programme using  
Miele machine cleaner or a  
universal powder detergent.  
The messages are displayed at the end of the programme and when the washing  
machine is switched on.  
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Problem solving guide  
General problems  
Problem  
Possible cause  
Remedy  
The machine shakes  
during the spin cycle.  
The machine feet are Level the machine (see  
not level.  
"Installation and  
connection").  
The laundry has not  
The machine detected Include both large and  
been spun properly and an imbalance during  
small items in the load as  
this will give better  
is still wet.  
the final spin and  
reduced the spin  
speed automatically.  
distribution during spinning.  
The pump makes  
strange noises.  
This is not a fault.  
These noises occur at the end of a pump sequence  
as a normal part of the operation.  
Noises while steam is  
being generated.  
This is not a fault.  
These noises occur when steam is being generated  
and when steam is being injected into the drum.  
Steam comes out of the This is not a fault.  
detergent dispenser  
drawer while steam is  
being generated.  
Some steam may emerge from the detergent  
dispenser drawer, depending on the amount of  
laundry and the ambient temperature.  
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Problem solving guide  
Problem  
Possible cause  
Remedy  
Large amounts of  
The water pressure is – Clean the filter in the  
detergent residue remain too low.  
in the detergent  
water inlet.  
– It may be useful to select  
the Water plus extra  
option.  
dispenser drawer.  
Powder detergent  
In future, add washing  
powder into the dispenser  
drawer first, and then add  
the water softener.  
used in conjunction  
with water softeners  
tends to become  
sticky.  
Fabric conditioner is not The siphon tube is not Clean the siphon (see  
completely dispensed or correctly positioned or "Cleaning and care -  
too much water remains is clogged up.  
Cleaning the detergent  
dispenser drawer").  
in the § compartment.  
The display is in a  
different language.  
A different language  
Set the language you want.  
The flag symbol will guide  
you.  
has been selected  
using the "Language  
!" setting.  
When laundry is dry it  
feels hard to the touch.  
Too vigorous wash  
action.  
Programme in gentle action  
and more water.  
Not enough detergent. Increase detergent dose to  
prevent limescale build-up  
in laundry.  
No fabric conditioner Use fabric conditioner in the  
used.  
last rinse.  
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An unsatisfactory wash result  
Problem  
Possible cause  
Remedy  
Liquid detergent  
does not give the  
required result.  
Liquid detergents usually – Use a general purpose  
contain no bleaching  
agents. They do not  
remove fruit, coffee and  
tea stains.  
detergent containing a  
bleaching agent.  
– Add stain removers into  
compartment j of the  
detergent dispenser drawer  
and liquid detergent into a  
dispenser ball.  
– Never put stain removers  
and liquid detergent together  
in the dispenser drawer.  
Grey, greasy  
Insufficient amounts of  
detergent were used to  
break down the particles  
of grease in heavily  
soiled laundry.  
– Use more detergent.  
particles cling to  
washed laundry.  
– Before the next wash, run the  
Maintenance programme  
using Miele machine cleaner  
or a universal powder  
detergent.  
White residues  
which look like  
powder detergent  
are seen on dark  
textiles after  
The detergent contained – Try and brush off the  
compounds (zeolites) to  
aid water softening  
residues with a soft brush  
once the laundry is dry.  
which are not soluble in  
water. They have ended  
up on the laundry.  
– Wash dark textiles using a  
detergent which contains no  
zeolites. Liquid detergents  
usually contain no zeolites.  
washing.  
– Use the Dark garments /  
Denim programme for dark  
coloured laundry.  
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Problem solving guide  
The drum door will not open  
Possible cause  
Remedy  
The washing machine is  
not connected to the  
electricity supply and/or is  
not switched on.  
Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and / or  
switch the machine on with the K button.  
The safety lock has been  
activated.  
Deactivate the safety lock as described in  
"Changing the programme sequence - Safety  
lock".  
Access via a code has  
been activated.  
Deactivate the code as described in "Settings".  
Power cut.  
Open the drum door as described in the next  
section.  
The door was not correctly Press hard against the lock side of the drum door  
engaged.  
and then press the Door button.  
There is still water in the  
drum and the machine is  
unable to drain.  
Clean the drain filter and drain pump as described  
in the next section.  
The door will not open  
after the Steam care  
The Steam care programme has been started  
several times one after the other. The steam has  
caused the temperature in the drum to rise above  
55°C and the door will not open to prevent the risk  
of burning. Wait a few minutes until the  
programme has finished.  
temperature in the drum has decreased.  
For safety reasons the drum door cannot be opened if the suds temperature is  
higher than 55°C.  
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Problem solving guide  
Opening the drum door in the  
event of a blocked drain outlet  
and/or power failure  
,Caution: if laundry has been  
washed at a high temperature, water  
draining out of the machine will still  
be hot. Danger of scalding!  
^ Switch the washing machine off.  
There is a lever behind the detergent  
drawer fascia panel.  
Procedure for draining the machine  
Be careful not to release too much  
water at once. If the flow of water is  
too strong, some water can seep  
into the washing machine base and  
activate the water protection system  
float switch. This will prevent the  
washing machine from functioning.  
^ Remove the lever.  
^ Place a suitable container under the  
access flap.  
When draining water from the  
machine, do not unscrew the drain  
filter completely or take it right out.  
^ Use it to open the access flap.  
^ Slowly and carefully unscrew the  
Blocked drain outlet  
drain filter to let the water out.  
If the drain outlet is blocked, up to  
25 litres of water will be retained in the  
machine.  
If you need to interrupt the flow of  
water:  
^ Tighten the drain filter back up again.  
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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. Excess water  
will be pumped out automatically  
before the next wash programme.  
Opening the drum door  
,Always make sure that the drum  
is stationary before reaching into the  
machine to remove laundry.  
^ Remove the drain filter completely.  
^ Clean it thoroughly.  
Reaching into a moving drum is  
extremely dangerous.  
^ Remove any foreign objects (e.g.  
buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff from the  
filter housing. Turn the impeller by  
hand to check that it rotates freely.  
Any foreign object causing an  
^ Pull the emergency release  
downwards (see illustration). The  
drum door will open.  
obstruction should be removed.  
^ Put the drain filter back in place and  
secure.  
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After sales service  
In the event of any faults which you  
cannot remedy yourself, please  
contact:  
Future updates (PC)  
The indicator light marked PC is the  
interface used by Miele service  
technicians during servicing work for  
testing purposes and for updating the  
machine's programme data.  
– your Miele Dealer or  
– Miele (see back cover for contact  
details).  
When contacting your Dealer or Miele,  
please quote the model and serial  
number of your machine, both of which  
are shown on the data plate visible  
above the porthole glass when the door  
is open.  
Guarantee  
For information on the appliance  
guarantee specific to your country  
please contact Miele. See back cover  
for contact details.  
In the U.K. your appliance is  
guaranteed for 2 years from the date of  
purchase. However, you must activate  
your cover by calling 0845 365 6640 or  
Optional spare parts and accessories  
Optional spare parts and accessories  
for this washing machine are available  
from your Miele Dealer, the Miele Spare  
Parts Department or via the internet at  
Please note that telephone calls may  
be monitored and recorded for  
training purposes.  
N.B. A call-out charge will be applied  
for service visits where the problem  
could have been resolved as  
described in these instructions.  
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Installation and connection  
Front view  
aInlet hose with "Waterproof" system  
hDetergent dispenser drawer  
bElectricity supply cable  
iDrum door  
c - f Flexible drain hose (with  
detachable swivel elbow)  
jAccess to drain filter, drain pump  
and emergency release  
gControl panel  
kHandle recesses for moving the  
machine  
lFour height adjustable feet  
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Installation and connection  
Rear view  
aProtruding lid for holding when  
moving the machine  
eTransport clip for inlet and drain  
hoses  
bElectricity supply cable  
cInlet hose with "Waterproof" system  
dDrain hose  
fSafety cap for transit bars  
gTransport clip for inlet and drain  
hoses and for storing transit bars  
when not in use.  
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Installation and connection  
Installation surface  
Transporting the washing machine to  
its installation site  
A concrete floor is the most suitable  
installation surface for a washing  
machine, being far less prone to  
vibration during the spin cycle than  
wooden floorboards or a carpeted  
surface.  
To manoeuvre the machine out of its  
packing case to its installation site, hold  
it by the edge of the lid where it  
protrudes to the rear of the machine as  
well as by the handle recesses at the  
front.  
Please note:  
,Ensure that the machine feet and  
the floor are dry to prevent the  
machine from slipping during the  
spin cycle.  
^ The machine must be level and  
securely positioned.  
^ To avoid vibrations during spinning,  
the machine should not be installed  
on soft floor coverings.  
Removing the transit bars  
If installing on a wooden joist floor:  
^ We recommend a plywood base (at  
least 59x52x3 cm). The base should  
span several joists and be bolted to  
the joists and not only to the  
floorboards. Check for the presence  
of pipes and cables first.  
If possible, install the machine in a  
corner, as this is usually the most stable  
part of the floor.  
,If the machine is installed on a  
raised plinth, it has to be secured  
against slippage during spin using  
retaining clips (available from the  
Miele Spare Parts Dept). Otherwise  
there is the danger of the machine  
moving and falling off the plinth.  
^ To remove the left and right covers  
1. Pull on the attached stopper,  
2. then use a screwdriver to release the  
catch at the top.  
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^ 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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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.  
,The machine must not be moved  
without the transit bars in place.  
Store them as shown or keep them  
in a safe place for future use. They  
must be re-fitted if the machine is to  
be moved again (e.g. when moving  
house).  
^ Plug the holes with the plastic caps  
as illustrated.  
Re-fitting the transit bars  
Re-fitting is carried out by reversing the  
procedure.  
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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. All four feet are  
screwed in when the machine is  
delivered.  
^ Use a spirit level to check the  
machine is standing level.  
^ Hold foot 1 securely with a pipe  
wrench. Turn counternut 2 again  
using the spanner supplied until it  
sits firmly up against the housing.  
,All four counternuts must be  
firmly up against the housing. Please  
also check this for the feet which did  
not need adjustment. Otherwise  
there is the danger of the machine  
moving about.  
^ Using the spanner supplied turn  
counternut 2 in a clockwise direction.  
Then turn counternut 2 together with  
foot 1 to unscrew.  
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Installation and connection  
Washer and Dryer stack  
The fitting of building-under kits*  
and stacking kits* must only be  
undertaken by qualified and  
competent persons, in accordance  
with the instructions supplied with  
the kit.  
A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked  
with the washing machine. A "WTV"  
stacking kit* is necessary.  
Please note:  
Building under a continuous  
worktop/in a kitchen run  
If you wish to push your machine under  
a worktop and there is space to do this  
without removing the lid, the  
conversion kit is not necessary.  
Otherwise the conversion kit is  
essential.  
– A special building-under conversion  
kit* is required.  
To ensure electrical safety, the  
washing machine lid must be  
replaced by the cover plate supplied  
with the conversion kit.  
– For installation under a work surface  
900/910 mm from the floor, a raising  
kit* is required.  
a Safety distance to wall:  
at least 2 cm  
– Connections for electricity, water and  
drainage should be installed in such  
a way that they remain accessible  
when the machine is in place.  
b Height:  
Stacking kit with pull-out shelf:  
approx. 169 cm  
Stacking kit without pull-out shelf:  
approx. 170 cm  
Fitting instructions are supplied with the  
conversion kit.  
All parts marked* are available from  
your Dealer, the Miele Spare Parts  
Department or via the internet at  
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Installation and connection  
The Miele Waterproof system  
2) Electronic unit and washing  
machine housing  
The Miele Waterproof system protects  
the washing machine from water  
damage.  
– Sump  
Any leaking water is collected in a  
sump in the base of the machine. A  
float switches off the safety valves,  
preventing any more water from  
flowing into the machine and water in  
the suds container is pumped away.  
The system consists of three main  
components:  
1) the inlet hose  
2) the electronic unit and the washing  
machine housing  
– Overflow protection  
3) the drain hose  
This prevents the washing machine  
taking in too much water. If the water  
level exceeds a certain level, the  
drain pump switches in and pumps  
the excess water away.  
1) Inlet hose  
– The inlet hose is fitted with an  
additional electrical safety valve  
which works like an automatic  
stopcock and is housed in the inlet  
hose connection box.  
3) Drain hose  
The drain hose is protected by a  
ventilation system which prevents the  
washing machine from being  
emptied completely.  
– It is pressure tested to between  
7,000 and 10,000 kPa.  
– The inlet hose has a protective  
sleeve.  
Any leaking water from the inlet hose  
is fed into the sump through this  
protective sleeve. A float switches off  
the safety valve, preventing any  
more water from flowing into the  
machine and water in the suds  
container is pumped away.  
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Installation and connection  
Connection to the water supply The machine should be connected to  
the mains water supply in accordance  
,The plastic casing of the safety  
valve contains electrical  
with local and national safety  
regulations. The German authorities do  
not require it to have a non-return valve  
as the washing machine has been  
designed to comply with DIN  
regulations.  
components. The Waterproof system  
must only be connected to its own  
stopcock. It must not be connected  
to mixer taps or similar and must not  
be fitted in areas where there is the  
risk of water or other liquids  
reaching it.  
The machine is designed to operate  
with a flow pressure of between 100  
and 1,000 kPa (1-10 bar). If it is higher  
than 1,000 kPa it is essential to fit a  
pressure reducing valve.  
Connection to the mains water supply  
should incorporate a mains stopcock  
with 3/4" thread. The stopcock should  
be fitted by a qualified plumber.  
,The connection point is subject  
to mains water pressure. Turn on the  
stopcock slowly and check for leaks.  
Correct the position of the washer  
and union if appropriate.  
Do not get wet.  
The washing machine is not suitable  
for connection to a hot water supply.  
The protective sleeve of the hose  
must not be damaged or kinked.  
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Installation and connection  
Maintenance and care  
If you intend to unscrew the Miele  
Waterproof system hose from the  
stopcock it is essential to disconnect  
the machine from the electricity supply  
first.  
Only use a Miele Waterproof system  
hose should you need a replacement.  
In order to protect the water inlet  
valve, the dirt filter in the water inlet  
valve connection must not be  
removed.  
Extension hose  
A 1.5 metre long (metal) extension hose  
is available from your Miele dealer or  
the Miele Spare Parts Department as an  
optional extra.  
This hose is tested to withstand  
pressures of up to 14,000 kPa and can  
be used as a flexible extension to the  
water supply.  
N.B. Using this hose renders the  
Waterproof system safety valve on the  
inlet hose ineffective.  
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Installation and connection  
Connection to the drainage  
system  
Please note:  
The machine drains via a drain pump  
with a delivery head of 1 metre*. The  
drain hose must not be kinked as this  
restricts drainage. The swivel elbow at  
the end of the hose can be turned in  
either direction, or can be detached if  
required, with a sharp twist and pull.  
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.  
aAdapter  
* For a delivery head of more than 1 m  
(up to a max. of 1.8 m) a replacement  
drain pump will need to be fitted.  
Please contact the Miele Spare Parts  
Department or your Miele Dealer.  
bNut  
cHose clip  
dEnd of the hose  
^ Fit adapter a to the sink drain outlet  
using nut b.  
Drain hose connection:  
1. Direct into a sink or basin:  
Please note the following:  
^ Attach the end of the hose d to  
adapter a.  
^ Use a screwdriver to tighten hose  
– Hook the hose over the edge and  
secure.  
clip c up close to the nut.  
– Make sure that the water can drain  
away freely without hindrance.  
Otherwise there is a risk of water  
overflowing or of some of the drained  
water being sucked back into the  
machine.  
2. Connected securely to a plastic  
drain pipe with a rubber nipple.  
There is no need to use a non-return  
valve.  
3. Connected securely to a standpipe.  
4. Connected securely to a floor gully.  
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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  
person, in strict accordance with  
current national and local safety  
regulations (BS 7671 in the UK).  
changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover  
is lost, the plug must not be used until a  
suitable replacement is obtained. The  
colour of the correct replacement cover  
is that of the coloured insert in the base  
of the plug, or the colour that is  
Ensure power is not supplied to the  
appliance until after installation work  
has been carried out.  
embossed in words on the base of the  
plug (as applicable to the design of  
plug fitted).  
The appliance is supplied with a mains  
cable with moulded plug ready for  
connection to a 230-240V mains  
supply.  
Replacement fuses should be ASTA  
approved to BS 1362 and have the  
correct rating. Replacement fuses and  
fuse covers may be purchased from  
your local electrical supplier.  
Please ensure the connection data  
quoted on the data plate match the  
household mains supply.  
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE  
MUST BE EARTHED  
Connection should be made via a  
suitable switched socket which is easily  
accessible after installation.  
For extra safety it is advisable to protect  
the machine with a suitable residual  
current device (RCD). Contact a  
qualified electrician for advice.  
Do not connect via an extension lead.  
Extension leads do not guarantee the  
required safety of the appliance (e.g.  
danger of overheating).  
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Technical data  
Height  
850 mm  
Width  
595 mm  
Depth  
615 mm  
Depth with door open  
Height for building under  
Width for building under  
Depth for building under  
Weight  
993 mm  
820 mm  
600 mm  
600 mm  
98 kg  
Capacity  
8 kg dry laundry  
See data plate  
Voltage  
Connected load  
Fuse rating  
See data plate / plug  
See data plate  
See "Consumption data"  
100 kPa (1 bar)  
1000 kPa (10 bar)  
1.60 m  
Consumption data  
Water flow pressure minimum  
Water flow pressure maximum  
Inlet hose length  
Drain hose length  
Mains connection cable length  
Delivery head max.  
Maximum drainage length  
LEDs  
1.50 m  
1.60 m  
1.00 m  
5.00 m  
Class 1  
Test certificates awarded  
See data plate  
Power consumption when switched off 0.1 W  
Power consumption 2.5 W  
when not switched off  
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Consumption data  
Load  
Consumption data  
Energy  
in kWh  
2.30  
1.52  
1.15  
0.94  
0.94  
0.96  
0.83  
0.80  
0.66  
0.56  
0.23  
0.45  
0.35  
0.32  
0.80  
0.70  
0.38  
0.52  
0.95  
0,23  
0.60  
1.70  
Water  
in litres  
64  
Duration  
Residual  
moisture  
Cottons  
90°C  
60°C  
60°C  
r*  
r*  
40°C  
40°C  
s
s*  
40°C  
30°C  
40°C  
40°C  
40°C  
75°C  
40°C  
30°C  
40°C  
60°C  
8.0 kg  
8.0 kg  
4.0 kg  
8.0 kg  
4.0 kg  
8.0 kg  
4.0 kg  
8.0 kg  
4.0 kg  
3.5 kg  
2.0 kg  
2.5 kg  
2.5 kg  
3.5 kg  
0 kg  
2 h 29 min  
1 h 59 min  
1 h 59 min  
2 h 59 min  
2 h 59 min  
2 h 29 min  
2 h 29 min  
2 h 59 min  
2 h 59 min  
1 h 52 min  
39 min  
50%  
50%  
50%  
44%  
44%  
44%  
44%  
44%  
44%  
30%  
55  
47  
55  
47  
72  
47  
55  
47  
Minimum iron  
Woollens /  
Outerwear  
52  
39  
55  
1 h 02 min  
40 min  
Proofing  
12  
Express 20  
30  
20 min  
Maintenance prog.  
Down duvets  
Delicates  
42  
43 min  
2.5 kg  
2.0 kg  
5.0 kg  
2.0 kg  
2,0 kg  
3.0 kg  
7.0 kg  
43  
1 h 24 min  
59 min  
69  
Automatic plus  
Shirts  
62  
1 h 29 min  
1 h 11 min  
16 min.  
59  
Steam care  
Dark garments/Denim  
Hygiene  
40°C  
60°C  
52  
1 h 12 min  
2 h 35 min  
80  
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Consumption data  
Notes for test institutes:  
* The test programme conforms to EN 60456 and the energy label with  
Directive 1061/2010.  
Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given depending on water  
pressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room temperature, type and  
volume of load, fluctuations in the electricity supply and any extra options  
selected.  
The consumption data displayed using the Eco feedback function may differ  
from the values shown above. The deviation relates to the manner in which  
data is captured on the machine. For example, water consumption is  
calculated according to how long the water inlet valve is opened for.  
Fluctuations in the water supply, or a water pressure under 170 kPa can cause  
values to differ.  
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Settings  
To alter a Setting  
The Settings are used to alter the  
machine's electronics to suit  
changing requirements.  
^ You can see the different options  
available for a Setting by pressing  
the Spin speed (W) button.  
Settings can be altered at any time.  
The option which is currently set will  
To access Settings  
have a tick L beside it.  
Before you begin, ensure that:  
– The washing machine is switched on.  
– The machine door is closed properly.  
^ When the option you want appears in  
the display, press the  
Temperature (OK) button to activate  
this option.  
^ Press the Delay start (V) and Spin  
speed (W) buttons at the same time  
until:  
To come out of Settings  
^ Press the Spin speed (W) or Delay  
start (V) button repeatedly until Back  
appears in the display.  
Language ! ...  
appears in the display. You are now in  
Settings.  
^ Press the Temperature (OK) button.  
Language  
!
To select a Setting  
The display can be set to appear in  
one of several different languages.  
^ Press the Spin speed (W) or Delay  
start (V) button until the Setting you  
want appears in the display.  
The flag ! after the word Language acts  
as a guide to prevent a language which  
will not be understood from being set.  
– Use the Delay start (V) button to  
scroll through the list of options to  
the left.  
The language selected is saved to  
memory.  
– Use the Spin speed (W) button to  
scroll through the list of options to  
the right.  
^ Press the Temperature (OK) button to  
confirm your selection.  
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Settings  
Total usage  
Water plus  
This gives the sum total of all energy  
and water consumption.  
You can increase the amount of  
water used in the wash programmes.  
Energy  
There are three different options:  
This gives the sum total of all energy  
consumption.  
Water +  
(The machine is delivered with this  
option selected.)  
Water  
This gives the sum total of all water  
consumption.  
The water level is increased in the wash  
and rinse stages.  
Reset function  
Extra rinse  
This resets the total consumption data  
figure back to zero.  
An extra rinse is introduced.  
Water+ & Extra rinse  
The water intake is increased in the  
wash and rinse stages and an extra  
rinse is carried out.  
Soak  
The soak time can be set between 30  
minutes and 2 hours 30 minutes.  
The washing machine is delivered with  
a two hour soak time set as standard.  
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Settings  
Gentle action  
Code  
Activating Gentle action reduces the  
drum action and is suitable for  
washing slightly soiled items more  
gently. It should be activated for  
garments with a single bar under the  
"bucket" in the care label and for  
articles which feel too hard after they  
have been dried.  
The code prevents the washing  
machine being used without your  
knowledge.  
To activate the code  
^ Select activate and confirm this by  
pressing the Temperature (OK)  
button.  
Gentle action can be activated for the  
Cottons and the Minimum iron  
programmes.  
You will be prompted to enter a code.  
The code is 125 and cannot be  
altered.  
The machine is delivered with this  
option deactivated.  
^ Press the Spin speed (W) button until  
the first number appears in the  
display.  
Suds cooling  
^ Confirm your selection of the number  
by pressing the Temperature (OK)  
button.  
When this is activated, additional  
water flows into the drum at the end  
of the main wash to cool the suds  
down. Hot suds can damage plastic  
drainage pipes.  
^ Repeat the process until all three  
numbers have been entered.  
^ Press the Temperature (OK) button.  
Suds cooling takes place when  
temperatures of 90°C and 75°C are  
selected.  
To use the washing machine when  
the code is activated  
When the washing machine is switched  
on again, the display will request the  
code.  
Suds cooling should be activated:  
– to prevent the danger of scalding if  
the drain hose is hooked over the  
edge of a sink or basin.  
^ Enter code 125 as described above  
and confirm the entry.  
– where the drainage pipes do not  
comply with DIN 1986.  
The washing machine is now unlocked  
and ready for use.  
The machine is delivered with this  
option deactivated.  
To deactivate the code  
Proceed as for activating the code.  
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Settings  
Temperature unit  
Keypad tone  
You can choose for the temperature  
to be displayed in °C/Celsius or  
°F/Fahrenheit.  
An audible tone sounds each time a  
button is pressed.  
The machine is delivered with the  
keypad tone deactivated.  
The machine is delivered with  
°C/Celsius as the default setting.  
Brightness  
Buzzer  
There are ten different display  
brightness settings.  
When the buzzer function has been  
activated, an audible tone sounds at  
the end of a programme or when  
Rinse hold is reached.  
The bar chart shows you the setting.  
The washing machine is delivered with  
the display brightness on setting 5.  
There are two volumes:  
The brightness will change as soon as  
a different setting is chosen.  
Off  
(The machine is delivered with this  
option selected.)  
The buzzer is switched off.  
Normal  
The buzzer sounds at normal volume at  
the end of a programme or when Rinse  
hold is reached.  
Loud  
The buzzer sounds at maximum volume  
(Loud) at the end of a programme or  
when Rinse hold is reached.  
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Settings  
Standby display  
Memory  
To save energy, the display goes out  
and the indicator light for the Start/  
Stop button will start flashing slowly.  
The washing machine will store the  
most recently selected settings  
(programme, temperature, spin  
speed and any extra options) in  
memory once the programme has  
started.  
The display will always go out,  
– if a programme is not selected within  
10 minutes of the machine being  
switched on.  
These settings will appear in the  
display the next time the machine is  
switched on.  
– 10 minutes after the end of a  
programme.  
The machine is delivered with the  
memory function deactivated.  
Pressing one of the buttons switches  
the display back on again.  
Anti-crease  
You can also choose whether you want  
the display to go out 10 minutes after a  
programme has started or to remain  
visible throughout the programme.  
Anti-crease helps prevent creasing if  
laundry is not normally removed  
immediately after the end of a  
programme.  
On  
The drum will turn at intervals for up to  
30 minutes after the programme has  
finished.  
The standby function is switched on.  
When this option is selected, the  
display will go out 10 minutes after a  
programme has started.  
The door can be opened and laundry  
removed at any time during the anti-  
crease phase.  
Not in current prog.  
(the machine is delivered with this  
option selected)  
On  
(the machine is delivered with this  
option selected)  
The standby function is switched off.  
The display will remain visible during a  
programme.  
Anti-crease is activated.  
Off  
Anti-crease is deactivated.  
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Optional accessories  
Miele washing machines offer perfect  
care for your laundry and feature a  
wide range of special programmes  
designed to suit the fabric being  
CareCollection  
Miele specialist detergents  
"Outdoor wear"  
washed. Miele have also developed a  
range of specialist CareCollection  
detergents and conditioning products  
to offer you a complete package for  
cleaning and caring for your laundry.  
This specialist detergent will clean your  
water-repellent outerwear with care.  
"Sportswear"  
The Miele CareCollection detergents  
and conditioning products are listed  
below. You can order these and many  
other useful products via the internet at:  
The Miele Sportswear detergent is  
designed to clean sportswear and  
remove odours whilst taking care of the  
special microfibres used in these  
garments.  
"Down Items"  
This special-purpose detergent  
contains a mild tenside and has been  
specially formulated to keep down-filled  
items supple and to give them bounce.  
All the products can also be ordered  
via the Miele Customer Contact Centre  
(see back cover for contact details).  
Miele proofing agent  
This special finishing agent reproofs  
garments against wind and water and  
provides a dirt-repellent finish whilst  
retaining elasticity and breathability.  
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Optional accessories  
"UltraWhite" detergent  
Liquid detergent "For Delicates"  
This multi-purpose powder detergent  
has excellent stain removal properties  
and is suitable for white and light  
coloured laundry as well as heavily  
soiled coloured items.  
This liquid detergent is ideal for the  
gentle treatment of delicate fabrics,  
such as wool and silk. Its special  
formulation cleans effectively at  
temperatures as low as 20°C, while  
protecting the colour of your delicate  
garments.  
"UltraColor" detergent for coloured  
garments  
Fabric conditioner  
This liquid detergent is particularly  
suitable for cleaning coloured and dark The Miele fabric conditioner will give  
garments. The special formulation  
offers effective stain removal, even at  
low temperatures, while helping to  
prevent colours fading.  
your laundry a fresh, natural fragrance.  
It makes garments soft to handle and  
prevents static build-up during tumble  
drying.  
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