G 600 / g 800 series integrated dishwasher (40 pages)
Summary of Contents for Miele G 891
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Operating instructions for G 891 dishwasher ö] To prevent accidents and machine damage, read the Operating Instructions before installing or using the machine. M.-Nr. 05 255 651...
Guide to the appliance Guide to the appliance View of the dishwasher 1 Upper spray arm (not visible) 8 Four heigh adjustable feet 2 Cutlery tray 9 Filter combination 3 Upper basket 10 Salt reservoir 4 Water feed for middle spray arm 11 Dual compartment detergent dispenser 5 Middle spray arm...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Repairs should only be performed by a qualified and competent per- son. Disconnect the appliance from the Please follow all basic safety power supply before servicing (pull out precautions when operating the plug or “trip” the circuit breaker). this dishwasher.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When loading dishes and cutlery: – Place sharp items away from the door seal to prevent damaging the seal. – Load knives pointing down to prevent injuries. Do not wash plastic items unless they are labeled “dishwasher safe”. For items not labeled, check the manu- facturer’s recommendations.
INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES SUR LA SÉCURITÉ INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES SUR LA SÉCURITÉ AVERTISSEMENT Les réparations doivent être effectuées uniquement par une personne compétente. Débrancher Au moment d’utiliser votre l’appareil de la prise de courant avant lave-vaisselle, veuillez ob- d’en faire l’entretien (enlever la fiche de server toutes les mesures de la prise ou fermer le disjoncteur).
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INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES SUR LA SÉCURITÉ Au moment de remplir le lave-vaisselle : – Mettre les articles pointus de manière à ce qu’ils n’endommagent pas le seau étanche de la porte. – Mettre le tranchant des couteaux vers le bas afin d’éviter les risques de blessure.
Caring for the environment Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Energy saving washing material This dishwasher is exceptionally eco- nomical in the use of water and electric- The cardboard box and packing mate- ity. For best results follow these tips: rial protects the appliance during ship- ping.
If you are not satisfied with the pany, or by using a test kit that can be wash results, try another brand of de- purchased from the Miele Technical tergent. service Department. The salt reservoir must only be filled Load dishes correctly with water and salt.
Before using for the first time Before using for the first time To open the door Child Safety Lock The yellow key for the Child Safety Lock is shipped on one of the spikes at the front of the upper basket.
Before using for the first time Water softener Settings To achieve good cleaning results, the Value shown in the dishwasher needs soft water. Hard wa- gr/gal time display ter results in the build-up of calcium de- posits on dishware and in the dish- washer.
Before using for the first time Programming and setting the To program in a different water hard- ness level: water hardness level ^ Press the “Top Solo” button repeat- The water hardness level of your water edly until the value corresponding to supply must be programmed into the your water hardness level appears machine using the buttons on the con-...
Before using for the first time Setting the water hardness level selector in the wash cabinet ^ Turn off the dishwasher with the “On/Off” button. The water hardness level selector in the wash cabinet must be set according to the following table. Selecting the correct setting will help minimize the effects of dishwashing on glass surfaces.
Before using for the first time Before using for the first time Filling the salt reservoir To fill the salt reservoir: ^ Remove the lower basket. If your water hardness level is greater than 8 gr/gal, the salt reservoir should ^ Unscrew and remove the salt reser- be filled before the first use and when voir cap.
Before using for the first time Salt indicator Bypassing the Salt indicator To bypass the salt indicator, you will When the salt reservoir is empty, the need a screwdriver and needle nose “Salt-PC” indicator will light, indicating pliers. that it should be refilled with reactiva- tion salt.
Before using for the first time Rinse aid Adding rinse aid Rinse aid is recommended to prevent spotting on dishes and glassware that normally occurs during the drying cycle. Filling the rinse aid reservoir with detergent will damage the reservoir. Only pour rinse aid formulated for residential dishwashers into the reservoir.
Before using for the first time Rinse aid indicator The rinse aid indicator on the control panel will light when the rinse aid reser- voir needs refilling. ^ Pour liquid rinse aid into the reservoir until it is visible on the surface of the screen.
Before using for the first time Setting the dosage The dosage selector is preset to 3. This dispenses approximately 3 ml of rinse aid per program. It can be adjusted from 1 to 6, depending on your needs. ^ Use a higher setting if spots appear on dry glassware.
Loading the dishwasher Loading the dishwasher ^ Small cups and glasses should be Do not wash items soiled with ash, wax, grease or paint in the dish- placed on the cup racks. Taller mugs washer. and glasses can be placed under- Ash does not dissolve and will be neath the rack.
Loading the dishwasher Loading the dishwasher Loading examples Using “Top Solo” If “Top Solo” has been selected for use Upper basket with a wash program, all items must be loaded into the upper basket and cut- lery tray. If your machine has a cutlery basket, space the items so that water can reach all sides of the cutlery.
Loading the dishwasher Loading the dishwasher Adjustable cup racks Coffee bar (select models) To allow water to run off the bottom of To make room for tall glasses raise coffee mugs, place slanted on top of the rack and lower it to double stack the coffee bar.
Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the upper basket Depending on the setting of the upper basket, the following plate dimensions The upper basket height is adjustable. can be accommodated: If tall items are being washed, more room can be created by raising or low- Upper Plate diameter ering the upper basket.
Loading the dishwasher Lower basket Height limit For larger and heavier items such as The guide at the front of the upper bas- plates, serving platters, sauce pans, ket determines the maximum height for bowls. items placed in the lower basket so that Small items such as saucers can also the middle spray arm is not blocked.
Loading the dishwasher Glassware insert Bottle holder The insert for glasses can be fitted in The bottle holder e.g. for milk or baby the left or right of the bottom basket in bottles, can be inserted into the bottom place of a removable insert. basket in more than one place.
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery Spoon heads should be placed so that water runs off freely. For best results cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, etc. making unloading easier. Place the blades of knives and the tines of forks between the holders.
Loading the dishwasher Items not suitable for dish- Miele recommends: washers: – Wash delicate glassware using the “Economy” program or the “China & – Cutlery with wooden handles. Crystal” program to reduce the risk – Wooden cutting boards. of clouding.
Operating the dishwasher Operating the dishwasher ^ Close the cover. The cover will al- Adding detergent ways be open at the end of a wash Only use powder detergents or tab- program (except “Rinse & Hold” ). lets formulated for residential dish- Generally, filling the dispenser with washers.
Operating the dishwasher Choosing a program Program selection “Energy Saver” Program Approximately 0.20 kWh of electricity is Choose a wash program depending on used during this cycle. the type of dishes and the degree of soiling. ^ Use this program for light to normally soiled dishes.
Operating the dishwasher The running time of the program Turning on the dishwasher selected appears in the time display ^ Make sure spray arms are not (19) in hours and minutes. blocked. The “Time Left” indicator lights. ^ Close the door. Note: ^ Open the water valve, if closed.
Operating the dishwasher Time display (19) At the end of a program The running time of a program is shown A program has finished when the “End” in hours and minutes in the time display indicator light is on in the program before a program is started.
Operating the dishwasher Turning off the dishwasher Changing a program At the end of a program: If you have not yet started the selected program by pressing the “Start/Stop” ^ Press the “On/Off” button (16). button: ^ Press button (17) for the desired pro- The dishwasher continues to use gram.
Operating the dishwasher Additional features “Top Solo” (21) “Top Solo” is recommended when there Because a smaller load is being is only a small load to clean. With this washed the amount of detergent rec- feature water is directed only to the top ommended can be reduced to 2/3 the and middle spray arms in the dish- total amount for a full load.
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Operating the dishwasher ^ Turn the dishwasher on using the “On/Off” button (16). All indicator lights next to the program buttons and the decimal point in the time display will light. ^ Press the selected program button (17). The indicator lights next to the selected program button and the “Start/Stop”...
Operating the dishwasher Delay start (20) > ^ Press “ The starting time of a program can be ”- or “ ” (20). delayed between 30 minutes and 24 The last delay start time used will show hours. in the time display (19). The “Time left” With a delay start time between indicator light goes out and the “Delay 30 minutes and 9 hours 30 minutes...
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Operating the dishwasher Once the “Delay start” period has To start a program before the delay elapsed, the selected program begins start period has elapsed: automatically. The time left for a pro- Proceed as follows: gram to run then shows in the display, ^ Press the “Start/Stop”...
Operating the dishwasher Unloading the dishwasher ^ Dishes tend to break and chip more easily when hot. Let dishes cool until they are comfortable enough to han- dle before unloading. ^ Dishes will cool much faster if the dishwasher door is opened a few inches after a program has finished.
Cleaning and care Cleaning and care Cleaning the filters in the Check your dishwasher regularly (every 4 - 6 months) to prevent wash cabinet problems. ^ Turn off the dishwasher. The dishwasher must not be used without all the filters in place. “Filter”...
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Cleaning and care ^ Return the filter combination so that it To clean the underside of the filter, the flap must be opened: lies flat in the base of the wash cabi- net. ^ Pull back the yellow clip. ^ Secure the filter by turning the han- ^ Rinse all parts under running water, dle clockwise.
Cleaning and care ^ Remove the lower basket. Cleaning the spray arms Sometimes particles of food get stuck in the spray arm jets. The spray arms should be inspected and cleaned every 4 - 6 months. ^ Turn off the dishwasher. Remove the spray arms as follows: ^ Take out the cutlery tray.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the wash cabinet Cleaning the control panel ^ Clean the control panel with a damp Generally, the wash cabinet is self cleaning, provided that the correct cloth and mild detergent. amount of dishwasher detergent is used. Do not use abrasive, all purpose, or glass cleaners, they may damage If lime scale or grease deposits form,...
Problem solving guide Problem solving guide With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be fixed without a service call. Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in accor- dance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause personal injury or machine damage.
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The water valve is closed. Open the water valve The “Water intake” indi- fully. cator light flashes shortly after the start of If the program will not a program continue: – Press “Start/Stop” for at least 1 second.
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This is not a problem. Try A whistling noise is sometimes makes a whis- other detergents. Call the heard during the pro- tling noise. This may be Miele Technical Service gram caused by detergent. Department if the noise is persistent. This may be caused by...
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If the horizontal bars ap- pear again at the end of the program, there is a technical problem. – Call the Miele Service Department. Despite the problem the dishwasher can be used in all programs but, the water will not heat. The “Energy Saver”...
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The rinse aid setting may Increase the dosage or Dishes and glasses are be insufficient, or the refill the reservoir, see not dry or are flecked rinse aid reservoir is “Before using for the first empty.
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The dishes are not clean The filter combination Clean and/or reseat the in the base of the wash filter combination cor- cabinet is not clean or is rectly, see “Cleaning and not correctly seated. care”.
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The water hardness se- Set it to the correct set- Glasses are dull and lector in the wash cabinet ting, see “Before using for discolored; film cannot is incorrectly set. the first time”. be wiped off There is no remedy for damaged glasses.
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Before fixing the problem: Water remains in the – Press the “Start/Stop” wash cabinet at the end button for at least of a program 1 second. – Turn off the dishwasher using the “On/Off” button.
^ If your water contains a large number pliers and rinse under running water. of insoluble substances, a filter be- tween the valve and the intake hose connection is recommended. These filters can be purchased from the Miele Technical Service Department.
Solving problems Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve Use caution when cleaning the fil- ters, non-return valve or drain pump; glass or bone splinters may be caught in the bottom of the wash cabinet. If the dishwasher is not completely drained at the end of a program, the drain pump or non-return valve may be blocked.
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Solving problems ^ Pull out the non-return valve. The drain pump is situated under the non-return valve (see arrow). ^ Rinse the non-return valve under run- ^ Before returning the non-return valve, ning water. check to make sure that the drain pump is not obstructed.
Program update function - PC or if the appliance is under warranty, The “PC” indicator has the function of please contact your Miele Dealer or the Program Correction (PC). This allows a Miele Technical Service Department. technician to update the programming...
Special accessories Special accessories To make the most of your dishwasher If you would like... then you need..to wash bottles, ... a bottle holder e. g. milk or baby bottles ...to wash a large number of glasses ...a glassware insert for the bottom basket ...
Transport Transport To transport the dishwasher, e.g. when moving to a new home, note the follow- ing: – Empty the dishwasher, – Secure any loose parts, e. g. hoses, cables, cutlery baskets. – Transport the dishwasher in the up- right position. If unavoidable it may be transported on its back.
Program chart Program chart Program When to use Detergent chlorine containing free chlorine Compart- Compart- Compart- ment ment ment (Wash (Prewash) (Wash cycle) cycle) Normal for normal everyday loads 100 % 20 % 80 % 55 °C/130 °F Sani Wash as Normal 55 °C/130 °F, but with longer 100 % 20 %...
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Program chart Program cycle Usage Duration Electric Water Minutes (kWh) (approx.) Main Interim Final Drying Cold Liters/ Cold Pre- Pre- wash rinse rinse water water Gallons water water liminary wash con- con- con- con- prewas nection nection nection nection (10 °C/ (49 °C/ (10 °C/ (49 °C/...
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