Operating instructions Washer W 1930 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these Operating Instructions before installation or use. U M.-Nr. 05 047 720 Contents Guide to the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Preparation for use Operating Instructions USER MANTENANCE Instructions INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 2 Guide to the machine a Supply cable b High pressure intake hoses c Flexible drain hose, with detachable swivel elbow d Detergent dispenser drawer e Control panel f Drum door g Access panel for drain pump and filter h Four height adjustable feet i Panel for emergency door release (door hinged right) and for drainage (door hinged left or right) j Panel for emergency door release (door hinged left) 3 Guide to the machine Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment i - for the pre-wash. Compartment j - for the main wash. Compartment p (with lid) - for fabric softener or starch. a "Delay start" button. b Time display "hours, mins". c "Door" button; opens the drum door. d "ON/OFF" button; Turns the machine on and off or interrupts a program. The "On" lamp illuminates. e Pushbuttons for additional functions. f SPIN SPEED SELECTOR switch. g PROGRAM SEQUENCE indicators (LED indicator lamps). h PROGRAM SELECTOR switch. 4 Important safety instructions WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons while using your appliance, follow basic safety precautions, including the following: 1. Read the instructions before using the appliance. 2. Do not wash materials that have been previously cleaned or soaked in gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. Do not add gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode. 3. Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children. 4. Before discarding an old appliance unplug the unit and remove the power cord. Also, remove the door to the wash compartment to prevent if from becoming a hazard. 5. Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving. 6. This appliance should never be installed or stored outdoors. 7. Do not tamper with the controls. 8. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance, or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in these Operating instructions. 9. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These subtances give off vapors that could ignite or explode. 10. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using the washing machine, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any built up hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For installation and grounding instructions, refer to the Electrical Connection Section of this manual. 5 Help protect our environment Warning - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Disposal of an old appliance Old appliances contain materials that can be recycled. Please contact your local recycling center about the possibility of recycling these materials. Before discarding an old appliance, unplug it from the outlet and cut off its power cord and remove any doors to prevent it from becoming a hazard. Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing is mostly manufactured from the following recycled or recyclable materials: ­ corrugated paper/cardboard ­ CFC free polystyrene ­ polystyrene foil (transparent) ­ Untreated wood ­ Polypropylene (PP) strapping Rather than throwing these materials away, please take them to your community recycling center. Before using the first time Since all Miele washing machines are tested for proper operation before leaving the factory, some residual water may be left inside. As this water is not visible, we recommend you perform the following steps before you use your new machine for the first time, or if it has been in storage for more than a few weeks between uses. ^ Do not put any laundry in the machine. ^ Add a small amount of detergent to compartment j. ^ Turn "On" the machine. ^ Press the "Rapid wash" button. ^ Turn the dial to "COTTONS 140°F". The machine will start to run and will flush out any residual water that may be inside. 6 Optimal usage The key to good wash results is finding the correct combination of detergent and temperature, and then allowing the washing machine to optimize their usage through its programming. Program lengths can vary for this reason. The fully electronic controls offer a combination of simple operation with many optional features. For instance, since a main wash generally gives good results for a normal load, the pre-wash cycle has been made a user selectable option, saving time,water and energy over older full cycle machines. With the "Hydromatic" system, the drum can revolve at various speeds. Faster and slower agitation speeds along with pauses for soaking, combine to ensure excellent wash results. The automatic load control feature ensures the correct water level for the type of fabric and load being washed (even though it may appear as if there is too little water in the drum!). Operational noise, no matter what program is selected, is minimized through the use of an accurately balanced drum and special sound insulation. Economy To conserve energy, remember the following tips: ­ The automatic load control feature will adjust the water level for loads up to 11 lbs (5kg). Washing with the maximum load specified for each program saves water and energy. ­ Use the correct amount of detergent required for the water hardness in your area. ­ Miele recommends the use of powder detergents, as their characteristics allow them to perform better in this machine than liquid detergents. If the wash is not heavily stained, select a lower temperature than indicated on the wash care label. 7 Preparing the Laundry The headings numbered (1,2,3,...) show the operating sequence and can be used as a brief guide. Dark fabrics often contain "excess dye" and should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load. Delicate fabrics should be washed separately using the FINE/DELICATES program. Only wash wool or wool mixtures if they are labeled machine washable on the textile care label. ^ Pre-treat the laundry Badly soiled areas (e.g. collars and cuffs) and water soluble stains can be pre-treated with bar soap, stain remover, or detergent mixed into a solution or paste. Do not use detergents containing solvents in the machine. ^ Empty all pockets. Foreign objects accidentally left in pockets (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can damage clothes and the machine. ^ Sort the laundry Only wash items that are labeled machine washable by the manufacturer. Some garments will have a Fabric care label in the collar or side seam. If so, sort the laundry by care label and color. For curtains: ^ Remove any lead weights or strips. Woolens and knitted garments should be turned inside out if recommended by the manufacturer. Before washing A Prepare the wash load 8 Preparing the Laundry B Press the "Door" button to open the door C Load the machine Unfold the laundry and place it in the drum. For best results we recommend washing mixed loads consisting of both large and small items. This improves washing effectiveness and helps distribute the load evenly to keep the machine stable and reduce noise during spinning. Recommended load sizes are noted below: COTTONS. . . . . . . . . . . . 11 lbs (5.0 kg) PERMANENT PRESS. . . 4.5 lbs (2.0 kg) FINE/DELICATES . . . . . . 2.0 lbs (1.0 kg) WOOLENS. . . . . . . . . . . 2.0 lbs (1.0 kg) FINE RINSE . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 lbs (5.0 kg) D Close the machine door Make sure there are no clothes caught between the drum door and seal. E Add detergent See the "Adding detergent" section for details. To start a program F Turn the program selector to Finish / Start G Press the "ON/OFF" button H Press any desired "Additional function" pushbuttons (See the "Delay start" section if this feature is desired.) I Select the final spin speed J Turn the program selector to the desired program The program selector can be turned to the left or the right. 9 End of Program After washing K Turn the program selector switch to "Finish/Start" L Press the "ON/OFF" button. M Press the "Door" button. Do not attempt to remove laundry from the machine if the drum is turning. You may seriously injure yourself. If the drum turns with the door open, contact the Miele Service Department. N Remove the wash. O Check the folds in the door seal for any small articles such as buttons or nails which may be lodged there. Make sure the drum is empty by manually turning it completely around. Items inadvertently left in the machine may be damaged (e.g. shrink) or cause discoloration of other laundry during the next wash cycle. P Close the drum door. 10 Changing the program sequence To cancel a program: ^ Turn the program selector to "Finish/Start". To interrupt a program: ^ Press the "ON/OFF" buttton. To continue the program, turn the machine back on. To change an incorrectly selected program: ^ Turn the program selector switch to "Finish/Start". When only the "On" lamp is lit, a new program can be selected. To change a program which has been "locked" using the Child Safety feature, see the "Programmable functions" section. To omit a program stage: A program stage must first be reached to be omitted. When the sequence indicator lamp of the program stage you would like to omit illuminates: ^ Turn the program selector to "Finish/Start" As soon as the program sequence indicator lamp for the stage you wish to enter starts flashing: ^ Turn the program selector switch to the desired program. 11 Adding detergent Powder detergent should be added to compartment j (main wash) and compartment i (pre wash, if selected) at the beginning of each wash cycle. Due to the design of the Miele 1/3 to 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount of detergent is plenty for excellent wash results. Do not use chlorine bleach! Water is taken in through compartment j during the main wash. If your water is extremely hard (above 400 ppm calcium carbonate) and compartment j is too small for the amount of detergent needed, a service technician can reprogram the machine so that water and detergent can also enter through compartment i. For small loads: ­ Proportionately reduce the amount of detergent used for each small load. ­ Check the wash results and the condition of the laundry. ­ If the laundry is not clean or if it is gray or hard to the touch, add slightly more detergent the next time you use the machine. It is important to use the correct amount of detergent, because... ...too little detergent can result in: ­ gray laundry ­ grease/stains not being removed ­ lime deposits on the heating elements and drum (in hard water areas). ...too much detergent can result in: ­ excessive foam ­ insufficient agitation ­ poor cleaning and rinsing results. Water Softeners If you wish to use a water softener to cut down on detergent usage in hard water areas: ­ add the amount of detergent necessary for a soft water area. ­ Add the specified amount of water softener according to the manufacturer's instructions. Always add the detergent first, in compartments i and j followed by the softener, to ensure that both are properly dispensed. 12 Adding fabric softener or starch If fabric softener is desired, it will work more effectively and be gentler on the clothes if it is dispensed in the final rinse cycle of the wash, rather than in the dryer with softener sheets. To automatically dispense fabric softener: ^ Open the lid of compartment p. At the end of the program a small amount of water will normally remain in compartment p. A high water level in this compartment, however, may indicate that the dispenser drawer was opened, or the siphon is clogged. In this case, the siphon tube should be cleaned (see "Cleaning and Care"). Starch Starching can be performed separately (see below) or can be included in any wash program as part of the final rinse. Never mix fabric softener and starch together in compartment p. This can clog the dispenser. If starch is used for shirts, blouses, table cloth ...