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Operating and Installation Instructions Washer W 4800 en - US, CA To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr. 06 982 311...
However, under certain conditions it may be possible for an installation in these applications. Please contact the Miele Technical Service Dept. with specific requirements. Do not install or use a washer with visible damage.
Faulty components must only be replaced with genuine Miele spare parts. If the power cord is damaged it must only be replaced by a Miele Service technician with a genuine Miele power cord. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more.
Guide to the washer Control panel a PROGRAMS buttons e- to select a wash program. b OPTIONS buttons Special features to enhance a wash program. c TEMP button to select the wash temperature. d SPIN speed button to select the spin speed. e PC Indicator allows a service technician to check and update the wash programs.
The appliance must be correctly installed and connected before the first use. Please see the "Installation instructions." This washing machine has undergone thorough functional testing in the factory, there may be some residual water in the drum from this process. Running a spin cycle before the first use is not possible for safety reasons.
Using the washer 1. Prepare and sort the laundry ^ Empty all pockets. Foreign objects left in pockets (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to clothes and the machine. Pretreat stains ^ Tough stains (blood, egg, coffee, tea, etc.) or badly soiled areas (collars and cuffs) should be pretreated with a stain remover or a paste made from...
2. Load the laundry ^ Open the drum door. ^ Load the laundry loosely 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. Using the washer ^ Close the drum door.
Program guide Temperature Normal Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer Very Warm Warm Cold No Heat Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer Wrinkle-free Very Warm Warm Cold No Heat Sanitize Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer Sanitize Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer Extra White Very Warm Delicates...
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Using the washer Temperature Woolens Options: Sensitive, Buzzer Warm Cold No Heat Silk Options: Buzzer Cold No Heat Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer Handwash Warm Cold No Heat Sturdy Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer Warm Cold No Heat Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer Custom Sanitize...
4. Select a temperature and final spin speed The preselected temperature and/or spin speed can be adjusted if the program allows for it. See the "Program Guide". ^ Press the "TEMP" and "SPIN" button until the indicator of the desired setting lights.
Using the washer 5. Select an option ^ Select the desired Option with the respective button. Once an Option is selected the indicator lights. ^ See the Program Guide to find which Option is selectable for what program. If an Option cannot be selected, the wash program does not permit it.
6. Add detergent Front loading washing machines require significantly less detergent than traditional top loaders. Closely follow the requirements of the detergent manufacturer. Use detergent according to the laundry soiling and water hardness. Light soiling No soiling or stains are visible. Normal soiling Some visible soiling or a few light stains.
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Using the washer ^ Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer. ^ If you do not use bleach, please remove the insert from the main wash compartment. ^ Add detergent to the desired compartments. – Main wash Detergent for the main wash –...
Detergents You can use all high efficiency detergents which are formulated for household washing machines. Closely follow the requirements of the detergent manufacturer. Normal Wrinkle-free Sanitize Extra White Delicates Woolens Silk Handwash Sturdy Custom only liquid detergent Universal Color Detergent for wool Using the washer Delicate Bleach...
Using the washer Fabric after care Fabric softener Makes fabrics feel softer and reduces static cling in the dryer. Mild liquid starch A synthetic starch wash that gives fabrics some stiffness. ^ Add the fabric softener or mild liquid starch to the "Softener" compartment. Do not exceed the maximum fill level marked inside the compartment, the excess will...
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Bleach ^ Pour bleach into the compartment. During the Main Wash the bleach will be automatically rinsed from the compartment and added to the cycle. Using the washer Dyes The use of dyes in the washer is only recommended to a degree of usual household use.
Using the washer 7. Start the program ^ Press the flashing "Start" button. The washer shows the current cycle of the wash program under "STATUS". The drum door will be locked when the program starts. The drum light turns off after the program starts.
9. Program end ^ Open the drum door. ^ Remove the laundry. Check the drum for any missed pieces of laundry. Items inadvertently left in the washer may be damaged (e.g. shrink or discolor) during the next wash cycle. Using the washer ^ Check the folds of the door seal for any small articles which may have been trapped.
Using the washer Canceling a program A program can be canceled any time after a program start. ^ Press the "Pause" button until the "STATUS" indicator "Drain/Spin" indicator lights. The wash water will be drained away. To add or remove laundry ^ Open the drum door.
Adding/removing laundry during a wash program ^ Press briefly the "Pause" button. ^ Open the drum door. ^ Add or remove the piece of laundry. ^ Close the drum door. ^ Press the "Start" button. The program will continue automatically. Using the washer The drum door cannot be opened if: –...
If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the machine should not need to be descaled. If the washer needs to be descaled, use a descaling agent with corrosion protection. These special descaling agents can be purchased from Miele. Use as directed on the packaging.
Quick guide Remove this guide for easy reference Please read all instructions, especially the "Important Safety Instructions", before using the washer.
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Quick guide 1. Sort the laundry ^ Empty all pockets. ^ Sort the laundry by fabric and color. ^ Pretreat stains. 2. Load the laundry ^ Open the drum door and load the laundry. ^ Close the drum door. To prevent damage to the door seal and clothing, make sure no clothing is caught between the drum door and seal.
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5. Select an Option ^ Select the desired "OPTIONS". Press the upper button until the indicator/s of the desired option light/s. 6. Add detergent ^ Add detergent in the respective compartments. Quick guide 7. Start a program ^ Press the flashing "Start" button. 8.
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Quick guide Program guide Normal Wrinkle-free Sanitize Extra White Delicates Woolens Silk Handwash Sturdy Custom Options Extended Heavy Soil Sensitive Buzzer The default settings are highlighted in bold.
Cleaning the detergent drawer ^ Pull out the detergent drawer as far as it goes. Press down on the red release lever and pull the drawer out of the machine. ^ Clean the detergent drawer with warm water. Clean detergent residue regularly. Cleaning and Care Siphon tube and channel 1.
Cleaning and 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.
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. The following section will help you avoid placing a service call by identifying issues you may encounter while operating the machine: A wash program cannot be started...
Frequently asked questions The program was canceled, the buzzer sounds and the "Start" button flashes. Issue The "FAULT" indicator "Drain" lights. The "FAULT" indicator "Intake" lights. The "FAULT" indicators "Intake" and "Drain" light. The "STATUS" indicators "Pre-Wash" and "Main Wash" light.
An error message is displayed at the end of a program. Issue The "FAULT" indicator "Drain" lights. The "FAULT" indicator "Intake" lights. The "FAULT" indicator "Oversudsing" lights. Frequently asked questions Possible cause – To turn off the fault message: The drain is blocked. Clean the drain filter and the drain pump.
Frequently asked questions General problems with the washer Issue The washer shakes during the spin cycle. There are unusual sounds coming from the drain pump. Large residues of detergent remain in the dispenser drawer. The fabric softener is not completely dispensed or too much water remains in the compartment...
Unsatisfactory wash results Issue The laundry is not Liquid detergents do not clean enough when contain bleaching using liquid agents. Fruit, coffee and detergent. tea stains may not be removed. – Not enough detergent Laundry has a gray sticky residue. –...
Frequently asked questions The drum door cannot be opened Possible cause The door is locked during the wash cycles. The Child Lock is activated. Power failure There is still water in the drum and the washer cannot drain the water. As a safeguard against scalding, the drum door cannot be opened if the wash water temperature is over 130°F (55°C).
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Opening the drum door during a power failure or when the drain is blocked Pull the plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning the washer! ^ Open the detergent dispenser drawer and remove the tool. ^ Open the lint trap door. Frequently asked questions If the drain is clogged there will be water in the machine (max.
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Frequently asked questions Once the flow of water stops: ^ Remove the drain filter. ^ Clean out any foreign objects or lint from the filter. ^ Check that the drain pump impeller (in the back of the chamber) rotates freely by spinning it with your hand. ^ Return the drain filter and tighten it into place.
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Installation Front view a High pressure intake hose, red mark for hot water b High pressure intake hose, blue mark for cold water c Power cord d - g Flexible drain hose with detachable swivel elbow (drain options shown) h Control panel i Detergent dispenser drawer and door opener in case of power failure j Drum door...
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Rear view a Electrical connection b W-LAN communication module c Rear access with grip for transport d Water intake hose cold water (blue stripes) e Water intake hose hot water (red stripes) f Drain hose g Shipping struts h Brackets for intake and drain hoses Installation...
If the machine is installed on a raised platform it must be secured with retaining clips available from your dealer or Miele. If installed on a masonry or concrete base, the base should have a ½" (13 mm) to ¾" (19 mm) high rim.
Removing the shipping struts ^ Turn the left shipping strut counterclockwise 90°. ^ Turn the right shipping strut counterclockwise 90°. ^ Withdraw the two struts together with the support plate. ^ Cover the two holes with the provided plugs. Movement of the washer without the shipping struts in place should be kept to a minimum.
Installation Leveling 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.
Replace the hose only with a genuine Miele hose, or with a hose able to withstand up to 145 psi (10 bar) pressure. The water valve connector must also be able to withstand 145 psi (10 bar).
Plumbing 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. If the machine is being connected only to a cold water supply, both the hot and cold water intake hoses must be attached to the cold water valve through the use of a Y adapter...
If desired, the drain hose may be extended to run a maximum of 16 feet (4.9 m), as long as the 4 foot (1.2 m) height is not exceeded. Hose extensions are available from your Miele dealer or Miele. Plumbing...
Electrical connection 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.
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.
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