Operating instructions Condenser tumble dryer To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 10 002 130...
Caring for the environment Ensure that your old appliance presents Disposal of the packing no danger to children while being material stored for disposal. The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during Energy saving tips transportation. The packaging materials To avoid unnecessarily long drying used are selected from materials which times and high consumption of energy:...
Contents Caring for the environment ................. 2 Warning and Safety instructions ................. 5 Operating the tumble dryer ................ 13 Control panel ......................13 Before using for the first time ................14 Laundry care ...................... 15 How to dry correctly.................... 16 Brief instructions ....................
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Contents Installation and connection ................ 37 Front view ......................37 Rear view....................... 38 Installation site....................... 38 Transporting the machine to its installation site .......... 38 Building under a continuous worktop / in a kitchen run........ 39 Washer and dryer stack ................... 39 Levelling the dryer ....................
If using dry cleaning kits, do so at your own risk, and follow the instructions provided on the packaging. Any other applications may be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.
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It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the household wiring system tested by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric...
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Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger. Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician, otherwise any subsequent damage will not be covered by the warranty.
Warning and Safety instructions This tumble dryer is supplied with a special lamp to cope with particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This special lamp must only be used for the purpose for which it is intended. It is not suitable for room lighting.
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Warning and Safety instructions Oil-affected items can ignite spontaneously, especially when exposed to heat sources such as in a tumble dryer. The items become warm, causing an oxidation reaction in the oil. Oxidation creates heat. If the heat cannot escape, the items can become hot enough to catch fire.
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Warning and Safety instructions Warning: Ensure that you always wait until the end of the programme before removing the laundry. If the drying programme is stopped prematurely, remove the laundry immediately and hang it up or spread it out to cool it down. ...
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The tumble dryer must not be hosed down. Accessories Only use genuine Miele spare parts and accessories with this appliance. If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers are used, this will invalidate the warranty, and Miele cannot accept liability.
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Warning and Safety instructions A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked on top of a Miele washing machine using the appropriate stacking kit (available as an optional accessory). Please make sure you order the correct one for the Miele washing machine and Miele tumble dryer.
Operating the tumble dryer Control panel a Display h min See the following page for more information. b Check / Fault indicator lights See "Problem solving guide". The PC check light is also used by service technicians to run diagnostic checks on your tumble dryer and may be used to update programming data in the future.
Operating the tumble dryer Display h min Drum lighting When the dryer is switched on at the The display shows: mains and the door is opened, the drum – The programme duration (h:min = lighting will come on. It will go out a few hours and minutes) minutes later to save energy.
Laundry care – Down-filled garments have linings Garment care label symbols which have a tendency to shrink, Drying depending on the quality of the items. They can be partially dried using the Normal/Higher temperature Gentle smoothing programme. Low temperature –...
How to dry correctly Loading the tumble dryer Brief instructions Press the Door button to open the The headings numbered (, , ...) door. show the operating sequence and can be used as a brief guide to using your ...
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How to dry correctly Selecting a programme Removing the laundry at the end of the programme There is a cooling down phase at the end of the drying sequence. The programme is not finished until lights up and the buzzer sounds. After the programme has finished, the drum will continue to rotate in a special rhythm, depending on the programme...
Changing the programme sequence Once a programme has Adding or removing laundry started ... after a programme has started ... changing the programme Restart the programme immediately after adding or You cannot change to another removing items. programme once a programme has Otherwise remove all items and started (this prevents unintentional spread them out to cool down...
Programme chart Cottons Max. load 7.0 kg* Normal+, Normal Items Single and multi-layered cotton fabric such as towelling, jerseywear, T-shirts, underwear, workwear, covers, flannelette bed linen and baby clothes. Note The Cottons Normal+ programme is the most energy-efficient for drying cotton items with normal residual moisture levels. Normal - Low temperature Delicate fabric (with the ...
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Programme chart Minimum iron Max. load 3.5 kg* Normal, Hand iron Items Minimum iron items made of cotton, synthetic or mixed fibre, e.g.: tops, dresses, shirts, blouses, skirts, trousers and table linen. Note With the Hand iron drying level, items are dried with very little creasing, depending on fabric type and amount of laundry.
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Programme chart Gentle smoothing Max. load 1.0 kg* Items – Cotton and linen fabric. – Minimum iron items made of cotton, synthetic or mixed fibre, e.g. trousers, jackets, shirts. Notes – Smooths out creasing caused during the spin cycle in the washing machine.
Cleaning and care Emptying the condensed water container The condensed water is collected in the condensed water container. Empty the condensed water container after every drying programme. The Empty the container indicator light will come on if the maximum level of the condensed water container is reached.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the fluff filters When to clean the fluff filters Clean the surfaces of the fluff filters in the door and the door opening after each drying programme. Always check the fluff filters if the Clean out airways indicator light comes on.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the fluff filters with water Refitting the fluff filters If there is a great deal of compacted Do not replace them if they are fluff on any of the filters, they should damp or wet. Damp or wet filters be removed and cleaned with water.
Cleaning and care Tumble dryer Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply. Do not use solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners or all- purpose cleaning agents. These might damage plastic surfaces and other components because of the chemicals they contain. ...
Cleaning and care Cleaning the condenser unit Check the condenser unit once a year and clean it if necessary. Always check the fluff filters and the condenser unit if the Clean out airways indicator light comes on. Detergent residue, hair and fine fluff from the dryer can get through the fluff filters and block the condenser unit.
Cleaning and care If you cannot see any fluff: Refit the condenser unit (see following page). If you can see some fluff: Clean the condenser unit as described below. Cleaning the condenser unit When rinsing the condenser unit, make sure you position it as shown in the next two illustrations.
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Cleaning and care Checking and cleaning the condenser unit housing Then flush the unit through from the front. Remove any soiling still visible inside the housing by hand using a damp Check the condenser unit again for cloth.
Cleaning and care Refitting the condenser unit Push the condenser unit back into the housing as far as it will go. Press against the cover and lock it with the lever. The lever will be in the horizontal position when locked.
Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by an authorised Miele service technician. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for unauthorised work. Check and fault messages Problem...
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy The Start indicator light The dryer is in standby. This is a normal function and flashes slowly and the does not indicate a fault. display is dark See "Standby" in "Programmable functions". The Clean out airways There is a build-up of fluff in the airways.
Problem solving guide Unsatisfactory drying results Problem Possible cause and remedy The laundry is not The load consisted of different types of fabric. sufficiently dry Finish drying using the Warm air timed drying programme. Select a more suitable programme next time. Tip: You can alter the drying levels for some programmes (see "Programmable functions").
Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Possible cause and remedy Water leaks from the The inner cover of the condenser unit has not been machine after the locked properly and/or the condenser unit has not condenser unit has been positioned correctly. been cleaned Fluff has collected in the condenser unit housing.
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause and remedy The drying process The fluff filters must be dry. goes on too long or The laundry is too damp. even switches off* Spin using a higher spin speed in the washing machine.
The cover will open downwards. The temperature-resistant lamp should only be ordered from Miele. The lamp must be replaced with one of the same type and specification. The lamp specification and maximum wattage is stated on the data plate and on the lamp cover.
In the event of any faults which you Optional accessories for this tumble cannot remedy yourself, please contact dryer are available from Miele (see Miele. Please note, however, that a call- contact details at the back of these out charge will be applied to service instructions).
Installation and connection Front view a Mains connection cable e Service panel for condenser unit b Condensed water container f Four height adjustable screw feet – empty after every drying cycle g Hose for external drainage of c Control panel condensed water d Door...
Installation and connection Rear view Installation site Make sure the dryer door can be opened without hindrance after installation. The appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the tumble dryer, in such a way that a full opening of the tumble dryer door is...
* accessory available to order Washer and dryer stack The tumble dryer can be combined with a Miele washing machine in a washer- dryer stack. The appropriate Miele washer-dryer "WTV" stacking kit* is required.
Installation and connection Before moving the tumble dryer The gap between the base of the again (e.g. when moving house) dryer and the floor must not be After each use a small quantity of minimised by a plinth or thick-piled condensed water will collect in the area carpet as this would prevent a of the pump.
Installation and connection Electrical connection Important This tumble dryer is supplied with a The wires in the mains lead are mains cable with moulded plug. coloured in accordance with the following code: The accessibility of the plug must be Green/yellow = earth always ensured in order to separate the Blue = neutral tumble dryer from the mains.
Installation and connection Arranging the drain hose Externally draining condensed water Do not pull on the drain hose and do not stretch it or allow it to Notes become kinked. When drying is in progress, This could damage the hose. condensed water is pumped into the condensed water container through There will be a small amount of residual...
Installation and connection External drainage via a sink or gully See "Front view" illustration. If you want to drain the water off into a sink or basin, you will need to secure the hose carefully, e.g. by tying it to a tap, to make sure it cannot slip during use.
Installation and connection Installation conditions requiring a non-return valve There is a risk of backflow into the dryer if a non-return valve is not fitted. Backflow could damage the dryer and also the room in which it is located. Certain installation conditions, such as those described below, require the fitting of a non-return valve.
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Installation and connection Fit the adapter 1 to the sink drain outlet using the nut 2. The nut is usually fitted with a washer which must be removed. Attach the end of the hose 4 to the adapter 1. ...
Consumption data Final spin Residual Energy Duration Load speed in a moisture domestic washing machine min. Cottons Normal 1000 4.14 1000 2.28 Cottons Normal 1200 3.75 1400 3.55 1600 3.15 Cottons Hand iron 1000 3.10 1200 2.75 1400 2.55 1600 2.20 Minimum iron Normal 1200...
Technical data Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 587 mm Depth with door open 1062 mm Height for building under 820 mm Width for building under 600 mm Depth for building under 600 mm Suitable for pushing under a worktop Suitable for stacking Weight Approx.
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Programmable functions for changing standard settings Settings can be used to alter the dryer's electronics to suit different requirements. They can be altered at any time. The tumble dryer's programmable functions are available for use but are not absolutely necessary for a satisfactory drying result.
Programmable functions Extending the range of the The option selected will be displayed drying level for the "Cottons" by a number which will alternate with . programme Laundry will be damper The tumble dryer is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as ...
Programmable functions Extending the drying level for The option selected will be displayed the "Minimum iron" by a number which will alternate with . programme Laundry will be damper The tumble dryer is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as ...
Programmable functions Anti-crease The option selected will be displayed by a number which will alternate with Helps prevent creasing, if laundry is . not normally removed immediately after the end of a programme. The Anti-crease action off drum rotates at intervals for 2 hours ...
Programmable functions Switching the buzzer on/off The option selected will be displayed by a number which will alternate with A buzzer sounds (at intervals for a . maximum of 1 hr) to let you know the programme has finished. Buzzer off ...
Programmable functions Altering the standard drying The option selected will be displayed level in the"Automatic plus" by a number which will alternate with . programme Standard setting will be Hand iron The drying level for this programme is set to the standard Normal level. You ...
Programmable functions Extending the cooling down The option selected will be displayed time by a number which will alternate with . The cooling down phase which takes place before the end of a programme Factory default can be lengthened if required. This ...
Programmable functions Not in current programme (factory Standby default setting) To save energy, the display goes out As described under "On". after 10 minutes and the indicator light However, indicator lights will stay on for the Start button starts flashing when the programme has started and slowly.
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Programmable functions The option selected will be displayed by a number which will alternate with . On Not in current programme (factory default setting) (The Clean out airways indicator light will also flash once) Off (The Clean out airways indicator light will also flash twice) ...
Programmable functions Clean out airways indicator The option selected will be displayed by a number which will alternate with Fluff should be removed after drying. . The Clean out airways indicator will remind you to clean the filters when a ...
Programmable functions . . . and then release the Start button. Adjusting the dryer's electronics for very soft water Turn the programme selector to Cool air. This programmable function The Empty the container indicator light should only be altered if the water is will flash on and off slowly once and so soft that it is likely to cause the then on and off quickly twice.
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