Operating instructions for dishwashers To avoid the risk of accidents or en - GB 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. M.-Nr.
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 Safety lock in door grip (not visible) d Middle spray arm j Rinse aid reservoir e Air inlet for drying k Dual compartment detergent (depending on model)
Guide to the appliance Control panel a Programmes f Start/Stop button with indicator light b Programme selector button g Check/Refill indicators c Turbo button with indicator light h Programme sequence indicator d Delay start display i On/Off button K e Delay start button This instruction book applies to several different dishwasher models.
Consult a doctor immediately if your Any other usage is not supported by child has swallowed or inhaled the manufacturer and could be detergent. dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.
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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 and any adjustment has been check it for any externally visible made to the door springs. damage.
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(e.g. on a dangerous. If the dishwasher gets ship). damaged, switch it off at the mains and call your Miele Dealer or the Miele The plastic housing of the water Service Department. connection contains an electrical component. The housing must not be Unauthorised repairs could result in submerged in water.
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. diagram supplied. Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher The dishwasher must be correctly detergent.
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If spare parts or accessories up the correct packet of dishwasher from other manufacturers are used, this salt before filling the salt reservoir! will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele Please only use special coarse cannot accept liability. grained dishwasher salt for reactivation,...
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if The transport and protective packing handled or disposed of incorrectly, has been selected from materials which could be potentially hazardous to are environmentally friendly for disposal 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 water supply is suitable, this dishwasher can be connected to hot water 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 opening the dishwasher door. door grip upwards and pull the 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 set at the factory for a hardness level of In order to achieve good cleaning 2.2 - 2.7 mmol/l (12 - 15 °d - German results, the dishwasher needs to scale).
Before using for the first time To programme the water hardness The number of times the Wash/Rinse programme sequence indicator flashes level tells you the value which has been set Each time a button is pressed, one of (see chart). the indicator lights will flash and light up in the control panel.
Before using for the first time Checking the programmed water hardness level ^ Switch the dishwasher off using the K button. ^ Press the Start/Stop button in and whilst holding it in switch the dishwasher on using the K button. Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in until the Start/Stop indicator comes ^ Press the Delay start button twice.
Before using for the first time Before using the appliance for If the water in your area is very soft the first time you require: and constantly lower than – Approx. 2 litres of water, 0.7 mmol/l (4 °d - German scale) you do not need to add dishwasher –...
Before using for the first time ^ Remove the lower basket and Salt indicator 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. (If it comes on during a of the reservoir when the cap is programme, wait until the end of the removed.
Before using for the first time Rinse aid If you only ever use combination Rinse aid is necessary to ensure water products containing rinse aid in your does not cling and leave marks on dishwasher, you do not need to add crockery during the drying phase and rinse aid.
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. ^ Add rinse aid only until it is visible in the opening.
Before using for the first time ^ Press the Delay start button three Setting the rinse aid dosage times. You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for best results. The lowest programme indicator will flash briefly three times at intervals. The rinse aid dosage can be set from 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 Cup rack (depending on model) ^ 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. Glasses can be arranged along the cup rack to give them some support during the programme.
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 lower 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 ^ For larger and heavier items such as plates, serving platters, saucepans, bowls, etc. Glasses, cups and 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 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 onto the cutlery basket if required. The cutlery basket can be placed anywhere on the front rows of spikes in the lower basket. ^ To avoid the risk of injury, knives and forks should be placed with the handles upwards in the basket.
(e.g. tea, For optimum cleaning and drying coffee, tomato sauce). results use Miele dishwasher detergent and add Miele salt and Most dishwasher detergents contain Miele rinse aid separately. See phosphates and are mildly alkaline with "Optional accessories".
Operation The flap is always open at the end of a Avoid inhalation of powder programme. detergents and do not ingest dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher detergents contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which can cause burning in the nose, mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing.
Operation Switching on Starting the programme ^ Make sure the spray arms are not ^ Select the programme required with obstructed. the programme selector button. ^ Close the door. The indicator light next to the selected programme will come on. ^ Open the stopcock, if it is closed.
Operation Standby At the end of the programme To save energy, the dishwasher will The "End" indicator light will come on at switch to Standby mode a few minutes the end of the programme. after the last time a button has been The drying fan will continue to run pressed or a few minutes after the end for a few minutes at the end of the...
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 using the If 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 Turbo Factory default setting The "Turbo" function is used to reduce If you have altered any settings from the duration of programmes in which the factory default, you can re-set them this function is available. back to the factory default settings as follows: In order to achieve optimum cleaning ^ Switch the dishwasher off using the...
Additional functions ^ Switch the dishwasher on using the Delay start K button. 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 one hour Delay start period has elapsed: increments for delay start periods of A programme can be started before the over 10 hours, and in half hour Delay start period has elapsed.
The external surfaces of the ^ Clean the front using a damp Miele dishwasher are susceptible to microfibre E-cloth* or with a clean scratching. sponge and a solution of hot water...
Cleaning and care Cleaning 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 to 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 help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of the appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. Repairs should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and trained person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations.
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The Wash/Rinse, There may be a technical – Switch the dishwasher off using the On/Off button K. Drying and End fault. indicator lights flash After a few seconds: simultaneously. – Switch the dishwasher back on.
Problem solving guide Water inlet/drain fault Problem Possible cause Remedy The Inlet/Drain check The stopcock is Open the stopcock fully. indicator flashes. closed. The dishwasher stops Before rectifying the problem: during a programme. – Switch the dishwasher off using the On/Off button K. The Inlet/Drain indicator flashes.
Problem solving guide General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The indicators have The indicators have Press any button (apart from the On/Off button K). gone out. Only the switched off Start/Stop indicator automatically to save This switches Standby off. light is flashing slowly. energy (Standby mode).
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.
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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 glasses are not There is no remedy. discoloured;...
^ Replace the filter and seal, making union. This filter is available from the Miele Spares Parts dept. sure they are sitting correctly. ^ Reconnect the inlet hose to the Cleaning the filter:...
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.
... wash long-stemmed glassware … a glass rack for the lower basket Miele CareCollection Miele branded cleaning and care products, including dishwasher salt, detergent and rinse aid, are available to order from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the Internet at www.miele-shop.com.
Programme chart Crockery Food deposits Action required Mixed, All normal This needs an everyday crockery food deposits adaptable programme... Heat-sensitive glasses and plastic Fresh, This needs a short easily removed programme... food deposits Mixed crockery This needs a standard programme... Normal food deposits which have begun to dry To save water and...
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Programme chart Programme Detergent Compartment I Compartment II 25 ml Sensor wash 55-65° – 1 tab 25 ml Quick wash 40°C – 1 tab 25 ml Light soiling 50°C – 1 tab 25 ml Energy save – 1 tab 25 ml Pots &...
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Programme chart Programme Programme sequence Pre-wash Main wash Interim rinse Final rinse Drying °C °C Sensor wash Variable programme sequence, 55-65°C sensor controlled adjustment according to the amount of crockery and level of food deposits If required 55-65 If required Quick wash 40 °C Light soiling 50 °C Energy save...
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Programme chart Consumption Duration Energy Water Cold Litres Cold Cold water water water water connection connection connection connection (15 °C) (55 °C) (15 °C) (55 °C) h:min h:min 1.30-1.60 0.75-1.00 13.0-22.0 1:45-2:30 1:35-2:16 0.70 0.22 13.0 0:38 0:30 1.30 0.95 13.0 1:32 1:20...
– Your Miele dealer, or technology. – the Miele Service Department (see Information regarding programme back cover for address). updates will be made known by the Miele Company as and when such Please note that telephone calls may developments become available.
Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. This appliance must not be used with so-called energy saving devices. These All electrical work must be reduce the energy supply to the carried out by a suitably qualified appliance which could then become and competent person, in too warm.
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 After connecting the dishwasher to – The appliance drainage system is the drainage system, check that all fitted with a non-return valve, which plumbing connections are prevents dirty water from flowing watertight. back into the dishwasher via the drain hose.
Technical data Dishwasher model Standard 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) recess Width 59.8 cm...