Operating instructions for dishwashers To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions as well as the installation plan before it is in‐ stalled and used for the first time. en-GB HG05 M.-Nr.
Contents Guide to the appliance................... 6 Appliance overview....................6 Control panel......................7 Display ........................8 Warning and Safety instructions ................9 Caring for the environment ................. 18 Disposal of the packing material................18 Disposing of your old appliance ................18 Energy saving washing ..................
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Contents At the end of a programme ..................46 Switching off ......................47 Unloading the dishwasher ..................47 Interrupting a programme ..................48 Changing a programme ..................48 Programme options ..................... 49 Extras ........................49 DetergentAgent ...................... 50 Delay start with EcoStart ..................51 Programme chart ....................
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Contents Plumbing ....................... 81 The Miele waterproof anti-leak system ..............81 Connection to the water supply................81 Drainage......................... 83 Technical data ...................... 84 Settings menu ...................... 85 Open the Settings menu ..................85 Language ......................85 Time ........................86 Date........................86 Water hardness ......................
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 Rinse aid reservoir d Middle spray arm j Dual compartment detergent dis‐ penser e Air inlet for drying (depending on model)
Guide to the appliance Control panel d Display a On/Off sensor See "Display" for further information. For switching the dishwasher on and off. e Back sensor For navigating back to the previous b Information sensor menu or deleting values which have For displaying additional information been set previously.
Guide to the appliance Display A dash in the display next to a sensor indicates that a function can be selec‐ General ted with that sensor. The relevant sen‐ sor lights up. The display is used to select or set the following: The scroll bar ...
Keep the installation plan and the operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compli‐ ance with this information.
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Warning and Safety instructions Correct application This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and similar working and residential environments. The dishwasher is not intended for outdoor use. It must only be used as a domestic appliance as specified in these operating instructions, for cleaning domestic crockery and cutlery.
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Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appli‐ ance unless they are constantly supervised. Children 8 years and older may only use the dishwasher unsuper‐ vised if they have been shown how to use it safely and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
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Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance and re‐ pairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician. A damaged dishwasher is dangerous. Check it for any recognisa‐ ble damage. Never install or attempt to use a damaged appliance.
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Warning and Safety instructions Do not connect the dishwasher to the mains supply until it has been fully installed and any adjustment has been made to the door springs. The dishwasher may only be operated if the door opening mecha‐ nism is working correctly.
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(switch it off and withdraw the plug from the socket). If the connection cable is damaged it must be replaced with a special cable of the same type (available from Miele) by a Miele au‐ thorised service technician only.
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Warning and Safety instructions Correct installation The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation diagram supplied. Take care, both before and during installation of the dish‐ washer, not to cut yourself on the metal parts. Danger of in‐ jury.
Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion. Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher deter‐ gents can cause burning in the nose, mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Seek medical attention immediately if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled.
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Please observe the information given in "Technical data" regard‐ ing the capacity of the dishwasher. Accessories Only use genuine original Miele accessories and spare parts with this appliance. Using accessories or spare parts from other manu‐ facturers will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept lia‐ bility.
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing mate‐ Disposing of your old appli‐ rial ance The packaging is designed to protect Electrical and electronic appliances of‐ the appliance from damage during ten contain valuable materials. They al‐ transportation. The packaging materials so contain materials which, if handled used are selected from materials which or disposed of incorrectly, could be po‐...
Caring for the environment Energy saving washing This dishwasher is exceptionally eco‐ nomical in its use of water and electrici‐ You can make the most of your appli‐ ance by following these tips: – For most economical dishwashing, make full use of the baskets without overloading the dishwasher.
Caring for the environment EcoFeedback consumption in‐ 2. Actual consumption dicator At the end of the programme you can call up the actual amount of energy and function is used for Consumption water used by the programme which calling up information about the energy has just been run.
Before using for the first time Opening the door Water in the dishwasher may be hot. Danger of scalding. At the end of programmes with a drying phase (see "Programme chart"), the Only open the door during operation door will open automatically a little in if absolutely necessary and exercise order to help the drying process.
Before using for the first time Closing the door Safety lock Push the baskets right in. Use the safety lock to prevent children opening the dishwasher door. Raise the door upwards until the catch engages. The door will then close automatically. ...
Before using for the first time Basic settings Time The display will then change to the Switch the dishwasher on using the screen for setting the time. sensor. The time of day needs to be set before The welcome screen will appear when programme option can Delay start the dishwasher is switched on for the...
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Before using for the first time Water hardness The message Set up successfully comple- will then appear in the display. The display will change to the screen for setting the water hardness. After confirming this with , the prompts and ...
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 0.9 mmol/l (5 °d - German scale) you do not – approx. 1 kg dishwasher salt, have to add dishwasher salt.
Before using for the first time Adding salt Do not fill the reservoir with water. When filling the salt reservoir only open the door halfway to ensure that all the salt gets into the reservoir. Add salt only until the reservoir is full or until water runs out of the opening.
Before using for the first time Add salt reminder If you only ever use combination prod‐ ucts containing salt and rinse aid in Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher your dishwasher, you can switch the salt for reactivation when Insuffi- reminders off if you wish (see "Set‐...
Before using for the first time Rinse aid If you only ever use combination products containing rinse aid in your Rinse aid is necessary to ensure water dishwasher, you do not need to add does not cling and leave marks on rinse aid.
Before using for the first time Add rinse aid reminder When the mes‐ Insufficient rinse aid sage appears, the reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programmes only. Add rinse aid in plenty of time. Confirm with OK. The message will go out.
Loading the dishwasher Notes – Make sure that small items cannot fall through the holders in the bas‐ Remove coarse food residues from kets. crockery. Small items, e.g. lids, should there‐ fore be placed in the cutlery tray or There is no need to rinse items under cutlery basket (depending on model).
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(e.g. Riedel glassware). Please note – Use detergents with glass protective additives (e.g. Miele CareCollection Silverware previously cleaned with a tabs). silver polish may still be damp or spot‐ ted at the end of a programme, where –...
Loading the dishwasher Upper basket Cup rack Raise the rack upwards to make See "Loading the dishwasher / Load‐ room for tall items. ing examples" for examples of how to Glasses can be arranged along the cup load crockery and cutlery. rack for support during the programme.
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Loading the dishwasher Jumbo cup rack (depending on model) You can also move one of the side in‐ serts of the cutlery tray to make more The cup rack can be set at two different room for tall glasses. widths so that it can also accommodate large cups.
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 adjus‐ Dishwashers with cutlery basket ted on three levels with 2 cm between (see data plate for model number)
Loading the dishwasher Lower basket Removable MultiComfort insert The rear section of the lower basket is See "Loading the dishwasher / Load‐ used for washing cups, glasses, plates ing examples" for examples of how to and pots. load crockery and cutlery. You can remove the MultiComfort insert ...
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Loading the dishwasher Glass rack Glass rail The glass rack can be raised to make This rail is designed to hold tall glasses more room for tall items. and glasses with stems securely. Stem glassware, e.g. wine glasses or champagne flutes, can be leaned against the glass rack or suspended from it.
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Loading the dishwasher Hinged spikes Bottle holder The spikes at the front are used for The bottle holder can be used to wash washing plates, soup bowls, platters, narrow items, e.g. milk and baby bot‐ dessert bowls, and saucers. tles. Both rows of spikes can be lowered to make more room for large items, e.g.
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery 3D cutlery tray (depending on model) See "Loading the dishwasher / Load‐ ing examples" for examples of how to load crockery and cutlery. 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.
For optimum cleaning and drying re‐ remove coloured stains (e.g. tea, cof‐ sults, use Miele dishwasher detergent fee, tomato sauce). and add Miele salt and Miele rinse aid separately. See "Optional accesso‐ Most dishwasher detergents are mildly ries". alkaline and contain enzymes and oxy‐...
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Operation Detergent dosage Dishwasher detergents can Follow the dosage recommended by cause burning in the nose, mouth the manufacturer on the packaging. and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Unless directed otherwise, use one Avoid inhalation of powder deter‐ detergent tab or add 20 to 30 ml de‐...
Operation Adding detergent Add the required amount of detergent and close the flap. Press the opening catch on the de‐ tergent dispenser. The flap will spring Make sure that the detergent packag‐ open. ing is properly closed after use to avoid it getting damp and clumping The flap is always open at the end of a together.
Operation Switching on Selecting a programme Make sure the spray arms can rotate Choose your programme according to freely. the type of load and how dirty it is. Close the door. The different programmes and their uses are described in the Programme ...
Operation Starting the programme Display Press the Start sensor. The estimated duration of the pro‐ gramme selected appears in hours and The programme starts, and the prompt minutes in the display before the pro‐ shows in the dis‐ Crockery can be added gramme begins.
Operation Energy management If you have deactivated the auto‐ matic door opening function (see To save energy, the dishwasher will "Settings menu, AutoOpen"), but switch off automatically 10 minutes af‐ would like to open the door as soon ter the last time a sensor has been as the programme has finished make pressed or 10 minutes after the end of sure that you open the door fully.
Operation Switching off Unloading the dishwasher At the end of a programme: Dishes tend to break and chip more easily when they are hot. Allow the The dishwasher can be switched off dishes to cool until they are comforta‐ at any time using the ...
Operation Interrupting a programme Changing a programme A programme is interrupted as soon as If the detergent dispenser flap has the door is opened. already opened, do not change the If the door is closed again, the pro‐ programme. gramme will continue from the point it was at before the door was opened.
Programme options Extras Selecting the Extra with the Quick Short wash programme results in a wash cy‐ You can select Extras for the pro‐ cle without drying and without automat‐ gramme you have selected. ic door opening. Switch the dishwasher on using the Energy save ...
Programme options Extra dry DetergentAgent Extra improves the drying Extra dry For optimum cleaning results, the dish‐ performance in programmes in which washer automatically adjusts the pro‐ this option is available. gramme sequence to the type of deter‐ gent being used. Depending on the Energy consumption is increased due programme, this can mean that the run‐...
Programme options Delay start with EcoStart Switch the dishwasher on using the sensor. There are three ways of starting the Select the programme you want from programme by means of delaying the the main menu. start. You can set the start time or the finish time of a programme.
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Programme options Start at Finish at With the function, you set the With the function, you set the Start at Finish at exact time you want the programme to time you wish the programme to end at. start at. Use the sensors to set the hour ...
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Programme options EcoStart Changing or deleting set times function allows you to take You can change the set times or the EcoStart advantage of time variable economy programme before the start time in the rates of electricity. Before you can use display is reached.
Programme chart Programme Programme sequence Pre-wash Main wash Interim rinse Final rinse Drying °C °C Sensor wash Variable programme sequence, sensor-controlled adjustment according to the amount of crockery and level of food deposits 47-65 required required Normal 55 °C Intensive 75 °C Sensor wash gentle ...
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Programme chart Consumption Duration Energy Water Cold water Hot water Litres Cold water Hot water 15 °C 55 °C 15 °C 55 °C h:min h:min 0.84 0.49 3:19 3:09 1:25-2:45 1:20-2:35 0.70 -1.30 0.50 -0.85 -16.0 1.10 0.70 14.0 1:59 1:47 1.45 0.95...
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Programme chart Crockery Food deposits Action required Variable, sensor-controlled Mixed, programme sequence All normal food deposits everyday crockery Shorter duration This needs a short programme Heat-sensitive glasses and plastic Shorter duration Fresh, easily removed food deposits This needs a gentle programme with glass care Shorter duration Mixed crockery...
Programme with long soak phase incor‐ wash cabinet using care products such porated for mixed loads of crockery, as Miele's dishwasher cleaner or condi‐ pots and pans and robust porcelain. tioner (see "Optional accessories / This programme is particularly suitable Dishwasher care products).
Cleaning and care Cleaning the door and the door Check your dishwasher regularly (ap‐ seal prox. every 4 - 6 months). This way faults and problems can be avoided. Mould could build up on the door seal and the sides of the dishwasher door ...
Cleaning and care Cleaning the door front To avoid damaging the external sur‐ faces, do not use: Soiling that is left too long might – cleaning agents containing soda, become impossible to remove and ammonia, acids or chlorides, could cause the external surfaces to –...
Cleaning and care Checking the filters in the Cleaning the filters wash cabinet Switch the dishwasher off. The filter combination in the base of the wash cabinet retains coarse soil from the suds solution, preventing it access‐ ing the circulation system and re-enter‐ ing the cabinet through the spray arms.
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Cleaning and care To clean the inside of the filter, the flap Replace the filter combination so that it lies flat in the base of the wash must be opened: cabinet. Press catches together in the di‐ ...
Cleaning and care 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. Remove the spray arms as follows: ...
Reset the trip switch in the mains fuse box or re‐ place the fuse in the plug (minimum fuse rating - see data plate). If the mains fuse trips again, call the Miele Service Department.
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Select the programme you want. Press the Start sensor. If the fault message appears again, there is a techni‐ cal fault. Call the Miele Service Department. The Waterproof system has reacted. Waterproof fault Close the stopcock.
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Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy The warning buzzer is Before rectifying the problem: sounding. Switch the dishwasher off with the button. One of the following faults is shown in the display: The door is sometimes obstructed by an item inside Fault auto.
Problem solving guide Water inlet fault Problem Cause and remedy The buzzer sounds. One of the following fault messages appears in the display: The stopcock is closed. Water inlet fault Please open the stopcock Open the stopcock fully. Before rectifying the problem: ...
Problem solving guide Water drainage fault Problem Cause and remedy The buzzer sounds. Before rectifying the problem: The following fault mes‐ Switch the dishwasher off with the sensor. sage appears in the dis‐ The water outlet is restricted. play: There might be water in the wash cabinet.
Problem solving guide General problems Problem Cause and remedy The display is dark. The display has switched off automatically to save energy. Switch the dishwasher back on using the sen‐ sor. The interior lighting The lighting has been switched off permanently. does not come on when ...
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Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy Water remains in the Before rectifying the problem: wash cabinet at the end Switch the dishwasher off using the sensor. of a programme. The filter combination in the wash cabinet is clogged. ...
Problem solving guide Noises Problem Cause and remedy Knocking noise in the A spray arm is knocking against an item in a basket. wash cabinet. Interrupt the programme, and rearrange the items which are obstructing the spray arm. Rattling noise in the Items of crockery are insecure in the wash cabinet.
Problem solving guide Unsatisfactory washing result Problem Cause and remedy The dishes are not The dishes were not loaded correctly. clean. See notes in "Loading the dishwasher". The programme was not powerful enough. Select a more powerful programme (see "Pro‐ gramme chart").
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Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy Crockery is not dry or The rinse aid dosage is set too low or the rinse aid cutlery and glasses are reservoir is empty. flecked. Replenish the reservoir, increase the dosage or change the brand of rinse aid (see "Before using for the first time, Rinse aid").
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Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy White residue is visible The rinse aid dosage is set too low. on crockery and cut‐ Increase the dosage (see "Settings menu, Rinse lery, clouding occurs on aid"). glassware; film can be There is no salt in the salt reservoir.
Replace the filter and seal, making and the water inlet hose threaded un‐ sure they are sitting correctly. ion. This filter is available from Miele. Reconnect the inlet hose to the stop‐ cock, making sure it goes on correct‐ Cleaning the filter: ly and is not cross-threaded.
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.
The latest version of this leaflet can be – the Miele Service Department ordered by email from: – testinfo@miele.de Contact details for Miele are given at the end of this booklet. N.B. A call- Please quote your postal address, as out fee will be charged for service...
Dishwasher detergent, rinse – with enzymes which are effective aid and salt even in low temperature programmes When you decided to buy a Miele dish‐ – with glass protection against corro‐ washer you chose excellent quality and sion performance. However, ensuring that...
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Optional accessories Dishwasher care products Accessories Miele cleaning and care products pro‐ Some accessories may be supplied as vide optimum care for your dishwasher. standard, depending on model. Dishwasher cleaner Cappuccinatore insert – cleans the dishwasher effectively and The Cappuccinatore insert can be used...
Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. This appliance must not be used with so-called energy saving devices. These reduce the energy supply to the appli‐ All electrical work must be car‐ ance which could then become too ried out by a suitably qualified and warm.
Provided your dishwasher has been in‐ Water in the dishwasher must stalled correctly, the Miele WaterProof not be used as drinking water. System will protect you from water damage throughout its lifetime. – The dishwasher may be connected to a cold or hot water supply, max.
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Plumbing – The inlet hose is approx. 1.5 m long. After connecting the dishwasher to A 1.5 m long flexible metal extension the water supply, check that all hose, pressure tested to 14000 kPa/ plumbing connections are watertight. 140 bar) is available as an optional accessory, if required.
Plumbing Drainage Venting the drainage system If the on-site drain connection is situ‐ – The appliance drainage system is fit‐ ated lower than the guide path for the ted with a non-return valve, which bottom basket rollers in the open door, prevents dirty water from flowing the drainage system must be vented.
Technical data Dishwasher model Standard Height freestanding model 84.5 cm (adjustable + 3.5 cm) Height built-in model 80.5 cm 84.5 cm (adjustable + 6.5 cm) (adjustable + 6.5 cm) Height of building-in recess Min. 80.5 cm (+ 6.5 Min. 84.5 cm (+ 6.5 Width 59.8 cm 59.8 cm...
Settings menu Settings menu for changing Sub-menu options which have already standard settings been selected will have a tick be‐ side them. Open the Settings menu To exit a sub-menu again use the Switch the dishwasher on with the sensor.
Settings menu Time Setting the time of day You can set the current time of day. The dishwasher is delivered with the The current time of day must be set be‐ time of day (clock) display deactivated. fore you can use the " pro‐...
Settings menu Water hardness °d mmol/l °f Display Your dishwasher is fitted with a water softener which you need to programme to the water hardness level in your area. – The dishwasher must be program‐ med to the correct water hardness for your area.
Settings menu Rinse aid Consumption (EcoFeedback) You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for You can programme the dishwasher so best results. that the energy and water consumption The rinse aid dosage can be set from of the currently selected programme approx.
Settings menu Sensor wash BrilliantLight You can adjust the pro‐ This dishwasher has interior lighting. Sensor wash gramme so that it will remove stubborn When the door is open the lighting will soiling in a lightly soiled load. switch off automatically after 15 mi‐ nutes.
Settings menu Check filters Save extras You can adjust the interval at which the Additional programme options can be reminder to check the filters appears. added to some programmes, e.g. Short You can set an interval of between 30 (see "Programme options, Extras"). and 60 programme cycles.
Settings menu System lock Temperature The system lock prevents your dish‐ The temperature can be displayed in washer being used without your knowl‐ °C/Celsius or °F/Fahrenheit. edge. The factory default setting is °C. If an attempt is made to switch the ...
Settings menu Volume Night time You can select the times for night time A sequence of audible tones will sound to begin and end. at the end of the programme or if there is a fault as long as the buzzer has ...
Settings menu Memory Version info With the Memory function activated, You can call up the electronic software the dishwasher will save the last pro‐ version of your dishwasher for technical gramme selected. When you switch the support purposes. dishwasher off and back on again, the ...
Settings menu EcoStart Setting the electricity tariff times Before you can use the option, EcoStart In order to run your dishwasher in the you must set at least one electricity tar‐ most economical way, you can use the iff time. option to take advantage of EcoStart your electricity supplier's time variable...
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Settings menu Changing the electricity tariff times Deleting the electricity tariff times You can change the start, finish or pri‐ You can delete the settings for an ority of a electricity tariff time. electricity tariff time and in doing so deactivate the option for this EcoStart...
Settings menu Showroom programme Factory default You can reset all settings to the factory For demonstration purposes only. default settings. The dishwasher is equipped with vari‐ You will be given the choice of Appliance ous demo programmes for showroom settings reset Main menu use.