Operating instructions Washer W 1119 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. UV M.-Nr.
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to the washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Before using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 A wash program cannot be started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 The program was interrupted and a fault message appears. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 General issues with the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Poor wash results. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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: Read all instructions before using the appliance. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
Guide to the washer Control panel a Program selection buttons eFor selecting a program. b Wash options Special features to enhance a wash program. c Temperature button For selecting the desired wash temperature. d Spin speed button For selecting the desired spin speed. e PC Indicator Allows a service technician to check and update the wash programs. f Program status display Shows the current cycle of the wash program.
Before using for the first time The appliance must be correctly installed and connected before the first use. Please see the "Installation instructions". For safety reasons, it is not possible to run a spin cycle before the first use. A program must be run without laundry and detergent to flush out any residual water from the factory testing process, as well as to activate the spin cycle.
Using the washer 1. Prepare and sort the laundry General tips ^ Empty all pockets. – Dark fabrics often bleed the first few times they are washed. They should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load. – Remove any lead weights or strips from curtains before washing. – Loose underwires should be removed or sewn in place before washing. – Woolens and knitted garments should be turned inside out. ,Foreign objects left in pockets (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.
Using the washer 2. Load the laundry 3. Select a program ^ Turn on the washer using the "On / Off" button. ^ Open the drum door using the "Door" button. ^ Load the laundry into the drum. For best results, wash mixed loads of small and large items. This will improve washing effectiveness and help distribute the load evenly. Note: Overloading the washer will cause poor wash results and wrinkling. ^ Close the drum door.
Using the washer Program guide Temperatures Fabric care symbol Spin speed Laundry Normal Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Soak, Sensitive Hot 8 Max Very Warm E High Warm 7 Cold 6 No Heat e Wrinkle-free Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Soak, Sensitive Hot 8 Very Warm E Warm 7 Cold 6 No Heat e Sanitize Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Soak, Sensitive Sanitize 9 Max Very Hot ö High Extra White Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Soak Sanitize 9 Max Very Hot ö High Hot 8 Del
Using the washer Temperatures Fabric care symbol Spin speed Laundry Woolens / Options: Sensitive Warm 7 High Cold 6 Med No Heat e Silk Options: Sensitive Cold 6 No Heat e Handwash / Options: Extended, Heavy soil, Sensitive Warm 7 Cold 6 No Heat e Sturdy Options: None Warm For hand and machine washable wool and wool blends. e Slow e For hand and machine washable silks and other non-wool hand washable garments. Med For hand washable items with no wool or silk content.
Using the washer 4. Select wash options (if needed) The upper button selects the following "OPTIONS": Extended For laundry with normal to heavy soiling or stains. – Extended The main wash cycle time for the wash program will be extended. – Extended and Heavy Soil Heavy Soil – Extended and Soak For heavily soiled laundry where a pretreatment is necessary to remove surface soiling. – Heavy Soil – Soak – No selection Soak The lower button selects the "Sensitive" option.
Using the washer 5. Select the temperature and spin speed The default temperature and spin speed will automatically be selected for each program. However, you can adjust the temperature and spin speed within the parameters of the selected wash program. ^ Press the "TEMP" and "SPIN" buttons until the indicator of the desired setting lights.
Using the washer Special spin options Hold (only for the "Custom" program) ^ Select "Hold". The laundry is not spun and remains soaking in water. This will prevent wrinkles if the laundry is not removed immediately at the end of the wash program. No spin ^ Select "No spin". The laundry is not spun after the final rinse, but the water is drained away. After the drain cycle, the washer goes immediately into the Anti-Crease cycle. Spinning between these rinses is also omitted in this setting.
Using the washer 6. Add detergent For optimum wash results, it is important to use the correct amount of detergent. Too little detergent may cause: – Ineffective cleaning of laundry; fabrics may become gray and stiff over time. – Grease stains on the laundry. – Hard water deposits on the heating element. Too much detergent may cause: – Oversudsing with minimal drum movement; poor wash, rinse and spin results. – Higher water consumption through an automatic, additional rinse cycle.
Detergent Use only high efficiency, low sudsing laundry detergent formulated for front loading washing machines. For wool and wool blend fabrics, use a detergent specially formulated for woolens. Follow instructions on the detergent packaging to ensure the correct usage and dosage amount. Adjust the amount of detergent if the load is smaller or more or less soiled than normal. Add detergent to the main wash compartment j at the beginning of each wash program.
Detergent The amount of detergent used depends on the level of soiling: Light soiling No soiling or stains are visible. Normal soiling Some visible soiling or a few light stains. Heavy soiling Very visible soiling or stains. The size of the load and the water hardness level in your area have an impact on the amount of detergent necessary to obtain optimum wash results. If you do not know the water hardness level in your area, contact your local water authority.
Detergent Fabric softener Fabric softener added to the wash program will make fabrics feel softer and will reduce static cling in the dryer. Never mix fabric softener and starch together in the fabric softener compartment §. This will clog the dispenser. ^ Open the lid of the fabric softener compartment §. ^ Pour liquid fabric softener into the compartment according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Detergent Starch Mild liquid starch is a synthetic starch wash used to give fabrics some stiffness. Starching can be included in any wash program as part of the final rinse. ^ Open the fabric softener compartment §. ^ Add the recommended amount of starch to the compartment. Do not exceed the maximum fill level. ^ Close the compartment lid and push in the dispenser drawer. ^ The starch will be dispensed during the final rinse.
Using the washer 7. Select Delay Start (if needed) 8. Start the program If you wish, the start of the wash program can be delayed to have a load completed at a later time. Delay start allows you to delay the start of a program for 30 minutes to a maximum of 24 hours. ^ Press the flashing "Start / Stop T" button to begin the program. ^ Press the "Delay Start" button. The delay start time will be extended with each press of the button. The display will show the maximum program run time.
Using the washer 10. Remove the laundry The "STATUS" indicator "Anti-Crease / End" will be displayed at the end of the program. ^ Use the "Door" button to open the drum door. Do not attempt to remove laundry from the washer if the drum is turning. You may seriously injure yourself. If the drum turns with the door open, contact Miele’s Technical Service Department. ^ Remove the laundry. ^ Check the folds of the door seal for any small articles which may have been trapped.
Using the washer Canceling a program You can cancel a wash program any time after a program starts. ^ Press the "Start / Stop T" button. The washer drains the wash water away and the program is canceled. To add or remove laundry ^ Press the "Door" button. To select another program ^ Turn off the washer using the "On / Off" button. Making changes to the program – A program change is not possible once a program has started. To select a different program, the started program must be canceled.
Using the washer Adding / removing laundry during a wash program You can interrupt the following programs to add or remove a piece of laundry: – Normal – Wrinkle-free – Sturdy ^ Use the "Door" button to open the door. ^ Add or remove the piece of laundry. ^ Close the drum door. The program will continue automatically. Note Once the program has started, the washer cannot make adjustments for the load size. The time remaining will automatically adjust.
Locking the washer Electronic program lock Child Safety Lock Washer in use Washer not in use The program lock prevents the washer from being opened or the program, temperature or spin speed from being changed during a wash program. The Child Safety Lock can be activated to prevent a child from operating or climbing inside the washer. To activate the program lock ^ Once the wash program has started, hold the "Start / Stop T" button until the "Child Lock" indicator illuminates.
Washer care ,Before cleaning the appliance, Cleaning the drum disconnect the power supply by unplugging the unit or manually tripping the circuit breaker. Germs can develop when using wash programs with a low temperature (below Hot) over several wash cycles. This can lead to odors in the drum. Cleaning the washer ^ Clean the exterior of the washer with a mild solution of non-abrasive detergent or soap and water. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Washer care Cleaning the detergent drawer Detergent residue should be cleaned out regularly. ^ Pull the detergent drawer out as far as it will go. Press down on the red release lever and pull the drawer out of the machine. ^ Clean the detergent drawer with warm water. ^ Clean the siphon tube. 1. Remove the siphon tube from the fabric softener compartment § and rinse under warm water. Clean the pipe on which the siphon tube is attached. 2. Replace the siphon tube.
Washer care Cleaning the water inlet filters The washer has two water inlet filters to protect each inlet valve. These filters should be checked and cleaned if necessary every 6 months. This may need to be done more frequently with some water supplies. ^ Turn off the water supply. ^ Unscrew the inlet hose from the valve by turning the connector counterclockwise using a wrench if necessary. ^ Remove the rubber seal, 1, from the connector.
Washer care Clean the drain pump Occasionally, small objects (buttons, coins, etc.) may become trapped in the lint trap. If the machine does not drain completely, the lint trap should be checked to ensure that it is free of foreign objects. ^ Open the detergent dispenser drawer. ^ Remove and clean the lint trap. ^ Remove the tool. ^ Check that the impeller (in the back of the chamber) rotates freely by spinning it with your hand. ^ Return the lint trap and tighten into place.
Washer care Changing the light bulb A burnt out light bulb will not affect the performance of the washer. ^ Remove the tool from behind the detergent dispenser drawer. ^ Turn the washer on and open the door. ^ Disconnect the power supply to the work area by unplugging the unit, tripping the circuit breaker or removing the fuse. ^ Insert the tool into the slit of the light bulb, then turn counterclockwise until resistance is felt. ^ Pull out the drum lighting.
Quick Guide Remove this guide for easy reference Please read all instructions, especially the "Important Safety Instructions", before using the washer.
Quick Guide 1. Sort the laundry. 3. Select a program ^ Select the desired program. ^ Empty all pockets. ^ Sort the laundry by fabric and color. ^ Pretreat stains. 2. Load the laundry Refer to the "Program guide" to determine which program is most suitable for the load being washed. 4. Select wash options (if needed) ^ Turn on the washer using the "On / Off" button. ^ Open the drum door by using the "Door" button. ^ Load the laundry. ^ Close the drum door.
Quick Guide 5. Select the temperature and spin speed 7. Select Delay Start (if needed) ^ Press the "Delay Start" button. 8. Start the program ^ Press the "Start / Stop T" button. ^ Press the "TEMP" and "SPIN" buttons until the indicator of the desired value lights. 6. Add detergent 9. Activate the program lock (if necessary) ^ Hold the "Start / Stop T" button until the "Child Lock" indicator lights up. 10. Unload the laundry ^ Open the drum door using the "Door" button. ^ Remove the laundry.
Quick Guide Program guide Woolens / Normal Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Soak, Sensitive Temperatures: Hot 8 , Very Warm E , Warm 7 , Cold 6 , No Heat e Spin speeds: Max, High Items: For a quick load of colorfast items. Wrinkle-free Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Soak, Sensitive Temperatures: Hot 8 , Very Warm E , Warm 7 , Cold 6 , No Heat e Spin speed: Med Items: For clothing that tends to wrinkle easily.
Frequently asked questions , Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for unauthorized work.
Frequently asked questions The program was interrupted and a fault message appears. Issue The buzzer sounds, and the "Drain" indicator flashes. "- - -". appears in the display. The buzzer sounds, and the "Intake" indicator flashes. "- - -". appears in the display. The buzzer sounds, and the "Intake" and "Drain" indicators flash. "- - -". appears in the display. The buzzer sounds and the "Soak" and "Rinse" indicators flash. "- - -". appears in the display. Possible cause Solution* The drain is blocked.
Frequently asked questions General issues with the washer Issue The "Oversudsing" indicator lights. The "Main wash" indicator flashes. Possible cause Solution The machine has over Use less detergent in the sudsed. next wash program. There is a fault. Restart the program. If the fault message appears again, call Miele’s Technical Service Department. The washer shakes The washer’s four feet Level the machine (see during the spin cycle. are not resting evenly Installation Instructions). on the floor.
Frequently asked questions Poor wash results Issue Possible cause The wash does not Liquid detergents do not come clean with contain bleaching liquid detergent. agents. Fruit, coffee and tea stains cannot be effectively removed. Laundry has a gray, An inadequate amount sticky residue. of detergent was used to dissolve greasy deposits in heavily soiled laundry (e.g. grease, oils or lotion stains). There is white detergent residue on dark laundry.
Frequently asked questions The door will not open when the "Door" button is pressed. Possible cause The washer has no power. The washer is not turned on. Solution Insert the plug into the outlet. The program lock is activated. The Child Lock function is activated. Power failure Deactivate the program lock as described in "Locking the washer - Electronic program lock". Deactivate the Child Safety Lock as described in "Locking the washer - Child Safety Lock".
Frequently asked questions Opening the door during a power failure or when the drain is blocked ^ Turn off the appliance with the "On / Off" button. Draining the wash water If the main drain hose is clogged, water will be retained in the machine (max. 6.5 gal [25 l]). ,Caution: If laundry has been washed at a high temperature, the water draining out of the machine will still be hot! Stop and allow it to cool before proceeding. ^ Open the toe kick lid with a screwdriver.
Frequently asked questions Opening the drum door Door hinges on the right side ,Always make sure the drum is stationary before reaching in to remove laundry. A moving drum is extremely dangerous. ^ Insert a screwdriver into the notch of the left opening and pull downwards. The door will now open. Door hinges on the left side ^ Insert a screwdriver into the notch of the right opening and pull downwards. The door will now open.
Technical Service Repairs MieleCare In the event of a fault which you cannot fix yourself, please contact the service number on the back of this manual. (USA only) When contacting the Technical Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. Both can be found on the data plate visible above the front glass on the inside of the door. PC Update The indicator marked PC allows a technician to make use of new technology.
Installation Instructions To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use.
Help protect our environment Disposal of the packing material The cardboard box and packing materials protect the appliance during shipping. They have been designed to be biodegradable and recyclable. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children, as they pose a danger of suffocation. 38 Disposal of an appliance Old appliances may contain materials that can be recycled.
Installation Front view a Hot water intake hose i Detergent dispenser drawer b Cold water intake hose j Drum door c Power cord k Access panel to lint trap and drain pump d - g Drain hose (drain options shown i.e adjustable and removable elbows).
Installation Back view a Lid excess end with transport grips d Hot water intake hose b Power cord e Cold water intake hose c Shipping struts with rotary protection f Drain hose 40
Installation Installation site Installation A concrete floor is the most suitable surface for the washer. Concrete floors are less prone to vibration during the spin cycle than wooden floors. Use the front washer feet and the rear excess end to transport the washer from its shipping pallet to the installation site. Do not lift the washer by the drum door! Note: – The machine must be leveled and securely positioned.
Installation ^ Turn the left shipping strut counterclockwise 90° with the enclosed combination wrench. ^ Turn the right shipping strut clockwise 90° with the enclosed combination wrench. ^ Pull out the shipping strut. ^ Pull out the shipping strut.
Installation Installing the shipping struts Reinstall the struts by reversing the "Remove the shipping struts" procedure. ^ Close the holes with the rotary protectors, making sure to close the caps. ^ Fasten the shipping struts to the rear of the washer. Take care to insert the drill holes correctly, b, into the clamps, a. ,Do not move the washer without the shipping struts in place.
Installation Level the washer To ensure smooth operation, the washer must be level. Failure to level the machine can result in increased water and energy consumption, loud noises during the spin cycle or "walking" across the floor during use. Adjust the four leveling feet The washer is leveled by adjusting the four feet: ^ Tip the machine slightly and place a support, such as a block of wood, underneath it.
Installation Installing the decor panel The door can be fitted with a customized door panel (optional accessory) to match the adjacent cabinets. Decor panel measures : Width 23 1/4" (591 mm) Height 23 1/4" (590 mm) Thick 1/16" - 3/16" (0.6 - 4 mm) ^ A decor panel up to 3/16" thickness can be inserted if the frame sides are pushed forward. ^ Insert the decor panel from above. ^ Press the frame sides onto the panel and tighten the screws.
Installation Shortening the door panel Installation The door panel can be shortened to match the height of the adjacent cabinetry. ^ Open the door. The measure X equals the space from the bottom of the washer door to the bottom of the adjacent cabinet. ^ Cut the bottom of the door panel with a jigsaw according to X. ^ Cut the side decor bars with a hacksaw. ^ To remove the door panel unscrew the 10 screws (arrows) from the door sheet panel.
Installation Installation beneath a counter If a countertop is placed over the washer, at least a 1/4" gap must be left between the top of the machine and bottom of the countertop; nothing should be within 1/2" of any side of the washing machine. Washer stand with drawer A washer stand is available to raise the machine for convenience. It has a drawer to store cleaning essentials. The stand can be purchased as an optional accessory. The niche height should be 32 5/16" to 36 5/8" (820 - 930 mm).
Installation Washer/ Dryer Stack Reinstallation of the machine lid When reinstalling the machine lid, check the fit of the cover at the rear bracket to ensure safe transport. The Miele washing machine can be installed as part of a washer-dryer stack in combination with a Miele tumble dryer. An appropriate "stacking kit*" is required. (* available from your Miele dealer or Miele.
Plumbing The washing machine can be connected to a portable water supply. A non-return valve is not needed unless required by building code. The washing machine has ½" (13 mm) pressure hoses with ¾" (19 mm) female hose thread connections. If there is no water hookup, contact a plumber to install a connection. Make sure that the sealing ring is seated properly on the hose connector. Replace the hose only with a genuine Miele hose, or with a hose able to withstand up to 145 psi (10 bar) pressure.
Plumbing Water connection Tips for a hot water connection ^ Connect the cold water intake hose (blue mark) to the cold water valve and the hot water intake hose (red mark) to the hot water valve. The hot water temperature from the hot water valve must not exceed 140°F (60°C); the ideal temperature is 130°F (55°C).
Plumbing Drainage The 5 foot (1.5 m) drain hose may be connected as follows: 1. Directly into a sink: hook the hose over the edge of the sink and secure it firmly (e.g. by tying the hose to the water faucet). 2. To a stand pipe: place the drain hose into a 1 ½" (4 cm) stand pipe and secure it firmly. ^ The machine drains using a pump with a maximum delivery height of 4 feet (1.2 m). ^ Make sure there are no kinks in the drain hose. If desired, the drain hose may be extended to run a maximum of 16 feet (4.
Electrical connection ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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