Operating instructions for dishwashers To avoid the risk of accidents or en - AUS, NZ damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions as well as the installation plan before it is installed and used for the first time.
Guide to the appliance Appliance overview a Upper spray arm (not visible) g Filter combination b Cutlery tray (depending on model) h Data plate c Upper basket i Child safety lock in door grip (not visible) d Middle spray arm j Rinse aid reservoir e Air inlet for drying k Dual compartment detergent...
G 1534 etc. = G 1XXX G 2534 etc. = G 2XXX The model numbers G 1XXX and G 2XXX used in this book refer to the model designation specified on the data plate of the appliance (and not the description on the control panel).
Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children This appliance conforms to current This appliance is not a toy! To avoid safety requirements. Inappropriate the risk of injury, keep children well use can, however, lead to personal away and do not allow them to play in injury and damage to property.
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Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety Do not connect the dishwasher to the mains supply until it has been fully Before setting up the appliance, installed. check it for any externally visible damage. Under no circumstances Before connecting the appliance, should you use a damaged appliance.
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If the connection cable is damaged where it can be seen that this is it must be replaced with a Miele cable necessary. by a Miele approved service technician – The tap has been turned off when only.
Warning and Safety instructions Installation Correct use The dishwasher must be installed Do not use solvents in the and connected in compliance with the dishwasher. Danger of explosion. installation instructions. Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher The dishwasher must be correctly detergent.
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Warning and Safety instructions Accessories Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir with powder or liquid dishwasher Only use genuine Miele spare parts detergent will damage the water and accessories with this appliance. If softener. Make sure you have bought spare parts or accessories from other...
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Electrical and electronic machines often contain materials which, if The packing material protects the dryer handled or disposed of incorrectly from transport damages. The transport could be potentially hazardous to and protective packing has been human health and to the environment.
Caring for the environment Energy saving washing This dishwasher is exceptionally economical in its use of water and electricity. You can make the most of your appliance by following these tips: ^ If your household water system is suitable, this dishwasher can be connected to a hot water supply for further economies.
Before using for the first time To open the door Safety lock ^ Press the release catch inside the Use the safety lock to prevent children door grip upwards and pull the door opening the dishwasher door. open. ^ To lock the door, push the slide If the door is opened during operation underneath the door grip to the right.
Before using for the first time Water softener The dishwasher is programmed at the factory for a water hardness level In order to achieve good cleaning of 0.2 mmol/l (1 °d). results, the dishwasher needs to operate with soft water. Hard water If this setting corresponds to the results in the build-up of calcium hardness of your water you do not need...
Before using for the first time The characters "p 1" will flash one after To programme the water hardness the other in the display. level This means that the water hardness Each time a button is pressed, one of level has been set at 1 °d (0.2 mmol/l) the indicator lights will flash and light (factory setting).
Before using for the first time To call up the water hardness level in the display °d mmol/l °f Value German displayed ^ Switch the dishwasher off with the scale On/Off button K. ^ Press the Start/Stop button in and whilst holding it in switch the dishwasher on using the On/Off button K.
(depending on country) or via the correctly. Selecting the Combi tabs Miele Spare Parts Department. option reduces salt consumption to between of the normal amount. Important: Before filling the salt...
Before using for the first time ^ Remove the lower basket and Insufficient salt indication unscrew the salt reservoir cap. ^ Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt when the salt indicator light Water or saline solution will run out comes on.
Before using for the first time Rinse aid Adding rinse aid Rinse aid is necessary to ensure water does not cling and leave marks on crockery during the drying phase and helps crockery dry faster after it has been washed. Rinse aid is poured into the storage reservoir and the amount set is dispensed automatically.
Before using for the first time Rinse aid indicator When the light comes on the reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programmes only. ^ Add rinse aid in plenty of time. If the "Combi-tab" function has been selected the rinse aid indicator light will not come on (see "Additional functions, Extra options").
Before using for the first time ^ Switch the dishwasher off with the Setting the rinse aid dosage On/Off button K. You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for ^ Press the Start/Stop button in and best results. whilst holding it in switch the The rinse aid dosage can be set from dishwasher on using the On/Off approx.
Loading the dishwasher Note – Wide based items should be placed at an angle so that water can run off Remove coarse food residues from them freely. crockery. – The spray arms must not be blocked There is no need to rinse items under by items which are too tall or hang running water.
Loading the dishwasher Items not suitable for We recommend: dishwashers: – When purchasing new crockery and cutlery, make sure they are – Wooden cutlery and crockery or dishwasher-proof. items with wooden parts: these may discolour and fade. The glue used in –...
Loading the dishwasher Upper basket Hinged cup rack ^ To make room for tall items, raise the For safety reasons, do not rack upwards. operate the dishwasher without the upper and lower baskets in place. Positioning rail (depending on model) Glasses can be arranged along the positioning rail to give them some support during the programme.
Loading the dishwasher Support rail (depending on model) This support is designed to hold tall glasses and glasses with stems securely. ^ Lower the support and lean tall glasses against it. ^ You can also remove a section of the cutlery tray to make more room for tall glasses.
Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the upper basket Depending on the setting of the upper basket, the following plate dimensions In order to gain more space for taller can be accommodated. pieces of crockery in the bottom or upper basket, the upper basket can be Dishwasher with cutlery tray adjusted on three levels with 2 cm (see data plate for model number)
Loading the dishwasher Lower basket Hinged spikes ^ For larger and heavier items such as The spikes are used for washing plates plates, serving platters, saucepans, and saucers. bowls, etc. Small items such as saucers can also be placed in the lower basket. Do not place thin, delicate glassware in the lower basket.
Loading the dishwasher Removable spiked insert Bottle holder (depending on model) You can remove the spiked insert to The bottle holder can be used to wash make more room for larger items of narrow items, e.g. milk and baby crockery, e.g. a large, flat pot, or bottles.
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery Cutlery tray (depending on model) If spoon handles do not fit between the holders, then lay them the other way round. ^ Arrange the cutlery in the tray as shown. To make unloading much easier, cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, one for spoons, etc.
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery basket (depending on model) ^ Fit it into the cutlery basket if required. ^ To avoid the risk of injury, knives and forks should be placed with the handles upwards in the basket. However, cutlery placed handle down in the basket will come out cleaner and drier.
Miele branded dishwasher powder change to a different product or use a and tabs are available from the Miele traditional dishwasher detergent. Spare Parts Department or via the Internet, depending on country.
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Operation Dispensing Avoid inhalation of powder ^ Follow the dosage recommended by detergents and do not ingest the manufacturer on the packaging. dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher ^ Unless directed otherwise, use one detergents contain irritant or corrosive detergent tab or add 20 to 30 ml ingredients which can cause burning detergent in compartment II, in the nose, mouth and throat if...
Operation ^ Make sure that the detergent Adding detergent packaging is properly closed after use to avoid it getting damp and becoming lumpy. For information Compartment I holds max. 10 ml, Compartment II holds max. 50 ml. There are markings in compartment II to assist with dispensing: 20, 30.
Operation Switching on Starting a programme ^ Make sure the spray arms are not ^ Select the programme required with obstructed. the programme selector button. ^ Close the door. The indicator light for the programme selected comes on. ^ Open the tap, if it is closed. The programme duration will appear in ^ Switch the dishwasher on with the hours and minutes in the Time display.
Operation Time display Programme sequence indicators The duration of the programme selected appears in hours and minutes After a programme has been started, in the Time display before the the current stage of the programme is programme begins. During the indicated by the programme sequence programme the time left until the end of indicator lights.
Operation Switching off Interrupting a programme At the end of a programme: A programme is interrupted as soon as the door is opened. ^ Switch the dishwasher off with the When the door is closed again, the On/Off button K. programme will continue from the point it was at before the door was opened.
Additional functions Extra option Combi tab The "Extras" button is used for selecting To ensure excellent results you can the "Turbo" and "Tab" options. programme your dishwasher for the type of detergent you are using. ^ Switch the dishwasher on using the Use the Extras button to select between On/Off button K.
Additional functions ^ Switch the dishwasher on using the Delay start On/Off button K. The start time of a programme can be delayed, e.g. to benefit from economy The Start/Stop indicator light will flash. rates of electricity. A delay start time of ^ Select the programme required with between half an hour and 24 hours can the programme selector button.
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Additional functions The time starts counting down until the Starting a programme before the programme start time: in 1 hour steps Delay start period has elapsed: for delay start periods of over 10 hours, Proceed as follows: and in minutes for delay start periods of ^ Press the Start/Stop button for at under 10 hours.
Additional functions Factory default setting The flashing sequence in the Time display shows whether a setting other If you have altered any settings from than the factory default setting has the factory default, you can re-set them been set. back to the factory default settings as –...
Additional functions Adjust Sensor wash The message flashing in the Time display shows whether the "Adjust You can adjust the Sensor wash Sensor wash" function is activated or programme so that it will remove deactivated. stubborn soiling in a lightly soiled load. –...
Cleaning and care ^ When the dishwasher is being loaded, Check your dishwasher regularly food and drink residues may drip onto (approx. every 4 - 6 months). This the sides of the dishwasher door. way faults and problems can be These surfaces are outside the wash avoided.
Cleaning and care Checking the filters in the wash cabinet The filter combination in the base of the wash cabinet retains coarse soil from the suds solution, preventing it accessing the circulation system and re-entering the cabinet through the spray arms. This dishwasher must not be used without all the filters in place.
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Cleaning and care ^ Replace the filter combination so that To clean the inside of the filter, the flap must be opened: it lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet. ^ Press catches a together in the ^ Then turn the handle clockwise until direction of the arrows as shown, and open the filter b.
Cleaning and care ^ Remove the lower basket. Cleaning the spray arms Particles of food can get stuck in the spray arm jets and bearings. The spray arms should therefore be inspected and cleaned regularly (approx. every 4 - 6 months). ^ Switch the dishwasher off.
Problem solving guide With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be easily corrected without contacting Miele. The following information may help you to find the reason for a fault, and to correct it. Please note: Installation work and repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations.
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– Press the Start/Stop button. If the programme sequence indicator lights flash again, there is a technical fault. – Call the Miele Customer Contact Centre. The drain pump works Fault F70: – Close the tap. even when the door is The Waterproof System –...
Problem solving guide The dishwasher does not fill/drain Problem Possible cause Remedy The buzzer sounds. The tap is closed. Open the tap fully. The Inlet/Drain check indicator flashes. The buzzer sounds. Before rectifying the problem you must: The dishwasher stops during a programme.
Problem solving guide General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The display is dark. The display has Press any button. switched off Standby comes to an end. automatically to save energy (Stand-by mode). The "spray arm" Items are blocking Open the dishwasher door and indicator light flashes.
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Detergent residue is left The dispenser was Make sure the dispenser is dry in the dispenser at the still damp when before adding detergent. end of a programme. detergent was added. The detergent dispenser Clogged detergent Clean the detergent from the lid cannot be closed...
Problem solving guide Noises Problem Possible cause Remedy Knocking noise in the A spray arm is knocking Interrupt the programme, wash cabinet. against an item in a and rearrange the items basket. which are obstructing the spray arm. Items of crockery are Interrupt the programme, Rattling noise in the wash cabinet.
Problem solving guide Unsatisfactory washing result Problem Possible cause Remedy The dishes are not The dishes were not loaded See notes in "Loading the clean. correctly. dishwasher" The programme was not Select a more intensive powerful enough. programme. See "Programme chart". There is some stubborn Use the "Adjust Sensor soiling although most of the...
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Dishes, cutlery The amount of rinse aid Replenish the reservoir, and glasses are may be insufficient, or the increase the dosage or not dry or are rinse aid reservoir empty. change the brand of rinse aid. flecked.
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Glassware has a This may be caused by the Change your detergent. brown or blue tinge, detergent. and film cannot be wiped off. Glassware is dull and The glassware is not There is no remedy. discoloured;...
This ^ Replace the filter and seal, making filter is available from the Miele Spares Parts Department. sure they are sitting correctly. ^ Reconnect the inlet hose to the tap,...
Maintenance Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If the water has not been pumped away at the end of a programme the drain pump or the non-return valve might be blocked. They are, however, easy to clean. ^ Disconnect the dishwasher from the mains supply.
Comparison tests Test standard: AS/NZS 2007.1:2005, AS/NZS 2007.2:2005; AS/NZS 6400:2005 Standard programme for energy label comparison tests: Normal Capacity: 12/14 place settings (depending on model) Amount of detergent: 12 place settings: in compartment I, 25 g in compartment II 14 place settings: in compartment I, 27,5 g in compartment II Rinse aid dispensing:...
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Comparison tests Model types G 1xxx with a cutlery tray (12 place settings): Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray...
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Comparison tests Model types G 2xxx with a cutlery tray (14 place settings): Lower basket Upper basket Cutlery tray...
Programme chart G 1XXX Programme Programme sequence Pre-wash Main wash Interim rinse Final rinse Drying °C °C Sensor wash Variable programme sequence, sensor controlled adjustment to amount of crockery and soiling if required 45-65 if required Quick wash Sensor wash...
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Programme chart Consumption Duration Energy Water Cold water Hot water Litres Cold water Hot water 20 °C 60 °C 20 °C 60 °C h:min h:min 0,95-1,30 0,65-0,95 8-17 1:36-2:38 1:23-2:21 0,50 0,15 0:38 0:27 0,65-0,90 0,35-0,45 10-17 1:26-2:02 1:17-1:43 1,00 0,70 1:36 1:23...
Programme chart G 2XXX Programme Programme sequence Pre-wash Main wash Interim rinse Final rinse Drying °C °C Sensor wash Variable programme sequence, sensor controlled adjustment to amount of crockery and soiling if required 45-65 if required Quick wash Sensor wash Variable programme sequence with glass care, gentle # sensor controlled adjustment to amount of crockery and soiling...
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Programme chart Consumption Duration Energy Water Cold water Hot water Litres Cold water Hot water 20 °C 60 °C 20 °C 60 °C h:min h:min 0,95-1,35 0,70-1,00 8-17 1:36-2:38 1:23-2:21 0,55 0,20 0:38 0:27 0,70-0,95 0,40-0,50 10-17 1:26-2:02 1:17-1:43 1,05 0,75 1:36 1:23...
Optional accessories To make the most of your dishwasher Optional accessories for particular purposes are available from your Miele Chartered Agent or the Spare Parts Department (some may be supplied as stan- dard, depending on model). If you would like to …...
^ Do not connect via an extension lead. letter A (AUSTRALIA). If the connection cable is WARNING: damaged it must be replaced with a THIS APPLIANCE complete connection box and cable MUST BE EARTHED by a Miele approved service technician only.
30 and 1000 kPa (0.3 and 10 bar). Providing your dishwasher has been If the water pressure is too high, a installed correctly, the Miele waterproof pressure reducer valve must be anti-leak system will protect you from fitted. water damage throughout its lifetime.
Plumbing Drainage Venting the drainage system – The appliance drainage system is If the on-site drain connection is fitted with a non-return valve, which situated lower than the guide path for prevents dirty water from flowing the bottom basket rollers in the open back into the dishwasher via the door, the drainage system must be drain hose.
Technical data Dishwasher model G 1XXX G 2XXX Height freestanding 84.5 cm (adjustable + 3.5 cm) Height built-in 80.5 cm 84.5 cm (adjustable + 6.5 cm) (adjustable + 6.5 cm) Height of building-in Min. 80.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm) Min. 84.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm)