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- Page 1 Operating Instructions Dishwasher To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions be- fore installation or use. en-US HG05 M.-Nr. 10 654 290...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............. 5 Guide to the dishwasher.................. 14 Appliance overview ....................14 Control panel ......................15 Caring for the environment ................ 16 Energy-saving dishwashing................... 17 Before using for the first time ................ 18 Opening the door ....................18 Closing the door.................... - Page 4 Contents Turning off the refill indicator ................. 41 Delay Start......................42 Optimize Standby....................44 Factory default settings ..................45 Program overview .................... 46 Cleaning and care .................... 48 Cleaning the wash cabinet ..................48 Cleaning the door and the door seal..............48 Cleaning the door front ..................
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Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
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-compliance with this information. - Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Correct use This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and similar residential environments. This dishwasher is not suitable for outdoor use. It must only be used as specified in these operating instructions for cleaning domestic dishes and cutlery.
- Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety with children Children must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Keep small children away from the appliance at all times to avoid the risk of injury.
- Page 8 Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate grounding system (e.g. electric shock). ...
- Page 9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To avoid the risk of damage to the dishwasher, make sure that the connection data on the data plate (fuse rating, voltage, and fre- quency) matches the electrical supply before connecting the dish- washer to the mains. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt. ...
- Page 10 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- thorized service technician only. This dishwasher is supplied with a special bulb to cope with par- ticular conditions (e. g.
- Page 11 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Proper installation The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation plan. Be careful when installing the dishwasher. Wear protec- tive gloves to avoid injury on any sharp metal components. The dishwasher must be correctly aligned horizontally to ensure problem-free operation.
- Page 12 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Proper use Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion! Do not inhale or ingest powder detergent. Dishwasher detergents contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which can cause burning in the nose, mouth, and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Seek medical attention immediately if detergent has been swallowed or in- haled.
- Page 13 Please observe the information given in "Technical data" regarding the capacity of the dishwasher. Accessories Use only genuine original Miele parts. If spare parts or acces- sories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid. Disposal of your old dishwasher ...
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Page 14: Guide To The Dishwasher
Guide to the dishwasher Appliance overview a Upper spray arm (not visible) f Lower spray arm b Cutlery tray (depending on model) g Filter system c Upper basket h Data plate d Middle spray arm i Rinse aid reservoir e Air intake for drying (depending on j Dual compartment detergent dis- model) penser... -
Page 15: Control Panel
Guide to the dishwasher Control panel a Program selection e Short button with indicator light b Time display f Delay Start button with indicator light c Check/Refill indicators g Program selection button d Start button with indicator light h ... -
Page 16: Caring For The Environment
Consult with local authorities, dealers or Miele in order to dispose of and recycle electrical and electronic appliances. Miele assumes no responsibility for deleting any personal data left on the appliance being disposed. -
Page 17: Energy-Saving Dishwashing
Caring for the environment Energy-saving dishwashing This dishwasher is economical in the consumption of water and energy. For best results follow these tips: – For most economical dishwashing, make full use of the baskets without overloading the dishwasher. – Choose a program that best suits the degree of soiling and the type of dishes being washed. -
Page 18: Before Using For The First Time
Before using for the first time Opening the door Closing the door Push the baskets in. Then lift the door upwards and push until it clicks into position. Danger of crushing injuries! Do not put your hand inside the door as it is closing. -
Page 19: Before Using The Appliance For The First Time, You Require
Before using for the first time Before using the appliance for Rinse aid the first time, you require: Rinse aid is needed to prevent spotting on dishes and glassware. The rinse aid – Domestic dishwasher detergent is filled in the reservoir and the set –... -
Page 20: Rinse Aid Indicator
Before using for the first time Rinse aid indicator When the Rinse aid indicator lights up, the rinse aid reservoir contains suffi- cient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programs only. Add rinse aid. If you consistently use a "Tab" deter- gent, you can deactivate the refill indi- cators if you wish (see "Options - Refill indicators"). - Page 21 Before using for the first time Turn the dishwasher off with the button, if it is turned on. Press the Start button and, simulta- neously, switch the dishwasher on using the button. Keep the Start button pressed for at least four seconds until the Start indi- cator light comes on.
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Page 22: Loading The Dishwasher
Loading the dishwasher – Make sure that small items cannot Tips fall through the holders in the bas- Remove coarse food residues from the kets. dishes. 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). - Page 23 Loading the dishwasher Items not recommended for dish- Glass care washing – Clouding may occur on glasses after – Wooden cutlery, cutting boards and frequent washing. If delicate glass- dishes or items with wooden parts ware is washed in the dishwasher, ensure that only very low tempera- –...
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Page 24: Loading Examples
Loading the dishwasher Loading examples Loading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery tray Lower basket Upper basket Cutlery tray (depending on model) - Page 25 Loading the dishwasher Loading for 16 standard place settings with cutlery tray Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray (depending on model)
- Page 26 Loading the dishwasher Loading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery basket Lower basket Upper basket Cutlery basket...
- Page 27 Loading the dishwasher Loading for 13 standard place settings with cutlery basket Lower basket Upper basket Cutlery basket...
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Page 28: Upper Basket
Loading the dishwasher Adjustable cup rack (depending on Upper basket model) For safety reasons, do not oper- Raise the rack to make room for tall ate the dishwasher without the upper items. and lower baskets in place (except Glasses can be arranged along the po- when running the Tall items... -
Page 29: Adjusting The Upper Basket
Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the upper basket Dishwashers with cutlery basket (see data plate for model number) In order to gain more space for taller items the upper basket can be adjusted Plate in inches (cm) Upper on three levels with 3/4" (2 cm) between basket Upper basket Lower... -
Page 30: Lower Basket
Loading the dishwasher MultiComfort area Lower basket The rear section of the lower basket is used for washing cups, glasses, plates, pots and pans. Hinged spikes The spikes at the front are used for washing plates, soup bowls, platters, dessert bowls, and saucers. The spikes can be lowered to make more room for large items, e.g. -
Page 31: Cutlery
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery 3D cutlery tray (depending on model) 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. Spoon heads should be placed in con- tact with at least one of the serrated re- tainers on the base of the cutlery tray to... -
Page 32: Cutlery Basket (Depending On Model)
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery basket (depending on model) Fit it onto the cutlery basket if re- quired. The cutlery basket can be placed any- where on the front rows of spikes in the lower basket. To avoid the risk of injury, knives and forks should be placed with the han- dles upwards in the basket. -
Page 33: Operation
Express program (if avail- For optimum cleaning and drying re- able) is used. sults, use Miele dishwasher detergent and add Miele salt and Miele rinse aid Use only the recommended amount separately. See "Optional acces- of detergent. Continued use of too sories."... - Page 34 Operation Adding detergent Add the required amount of detergent and close the flap. Press the opening catch on the deter- gent dispenser. The flap will spring Make sure that the detergent packag- open. ing is properly closed after use to avoid it getting damp and becoming The flap is always open at the end of a lumpy.
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Page 35: Turning On
Operation Turning on Selecting a program Make sure the spray arms are not ob- Choose your program according to the structed. type of load and the degree of soiling. Close the door. The different programs and their uses are described in the Program Over- ... -
Page 36: Starting A Program
Operation Starting a program Time display The duration of the program selected The dishwasher can be started only if appears in hours and minutes in the the door is closed. display before the program begins. Dur- Press the Start button. ing the program, the time left until the end of the program is displayed. -
Page 37: Energy Management
Operation Energy management At the end of the program The program has finished when . To save energy, the dishwasher will switch off automatically 10 minutes af- appears in the display. ter the last time a button has been The drying fan may continue to run for pressed or 10 minutes after the end of a few minutes at the end of the pro- the program (see "Options, Optimize... -
Page 38: Turning Off The Dishwasher
Operation Turning off the dishwasher Unloading the dishwasher At the end of a program: 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 comfortable at any time using the ... -
Page 39: Interrupting A Program
Operation Interrupting a program Changing a program A program will be interrupted as soon If the detergent dispenser flap has al- as the door is opened. ready opened, do not change the program. Close the door and press the Start button. -
Page 40: Options
Options Short The Short option reduces the dura- tion of programs in which this option is available. In order to achieve optimum cleaning results, consumption rates are in- creased with this option. Turn the dishwasher on with the button. -
Page 41: Turning Off The Refill Indicator
Options Press the button 9 times. Turning off the refill indicator The indicator light will flash 9 times If you consistently use a Tab detergent, at short intervals. you can deactivate the refill indicator if you wish. The flashing sequence in the time dis- ... -
Page 42: Delay Start
Options Turn the dishwasher on with the Delay Start button. You can set the start time for a pro- The Start indicator light flashes. gram. The start time can be delayed be- tween 30 minutes and 24 hours. Select the desired program. The delay period is shown in 30 min- ... - Page 43 Options Starting a program before the delay If Optimize Standby is switched on start time has elapsed: (see "Options - Optimize Standby"), the time display will go out after a few A program can be started before the minutes, leaving just the Start indica- delay start period has elapsed.
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Page 44: Optimize Standby
Options Press the button 8 times. Optimize Standby The indicator light will flash 8 times "Optimize Standby" is activated by de- at short intervals. fault. The flashing sequence in the display To save energy, the dishwasher will shows whether or not Optimize Standby switch off automatically a few minutes is activated. -
Page 45: Factory Default Settings
Options Press the button 19 times. Factory default settings The indicator light will flash once at a If you have altered any settings from the long interval and then 9 times at short factory default, you can reset them intervals. -
Page 46: Program Overview
Program overview Program When to use Program sequence Pre- Main Interim Final Drying wash wash rinse rinse °F/°C °F/°C Program for regular use to com- 120- 154/ Normal pletely wash a full load of normally needed 140/ soiled dishware with the ability to 49-60 adjust energy and water consump- tion based on the soil load of the... - Page 47 Program overview Consumption Duration Energy Water Cold water Hot water Gallons/Litres Cold water Hot water 50°F/10°C 120°F/49°C 50°F/10°C 120°F/49°C h:min h:min 1.06 1.11 3.2/12.1 2:21 2:02 1.50 1.70 4.0/15.0 3:32 3:17 0.60 1.70 2.9/11.0 0:55 0:46 1.45 1.65 3.6/13.5 2:41 2:27 0.01 0.20...
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Page 48: Cleaning And Care
If, however, there are limescale or grease deposits in the wash cabinet, these can be removed with a special cleaning agent (available from Miele). Follow the instructions on the packag- ing. If you mainly use low temperature pro- grams (<... -
Page 49: Cleaning The Door Front
Cleaning and care To better maintain your appliance Cleaning the door front avoid the following: If soiling remains longer, it may – Cleaning products containing soda, happen that the surfaces can be- ammonia, acid, or chloride come discolored or changed. –... -
Page 50: Filter System
Cleaning and care Filter system Filter system Turn the dishwasher off. The filter system in the base of the wash cabinet prevents food from being redeposited on dishes. It also protects the circulation pump from damage caused by foreign objects. ... - Page 51 Cleaning and care Replace the filter system so that it lies To clean the inside of the filter, the flap flat in the base of the wash cabinet. must be opened: Press catches together in the di- ...
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Page 52: Cleaning The Spray Arms
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). Turn the dishwasher off. Remove the spray arms as follows: ... -
Page 53: Frequently Asked Questions
Reset the fuse (see data plate for the correct fuse rating). The dishwasher stops The circuit breaker has tripped. during a program. Reset the fuse (see data plate for the correct fuse rating). If the circuit breaker trips again, contact Miele Ser- vice. - Page 54 Press the Start button. pears in the display. If the indicator lights flash again, there is a technical fault. Contact Miele Service. Fault : The WaterProof System has reacted. The drain pump is still Turn off the water supply.
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Page 55: Water Intake Fault
Frequently Asked Questions Water intake fault Problem Possible cause and solution The Intake/Drain indica- The water supply is turned off. tor flashes on and off. Turn on the water supply fully. The dishwasher stops Before fixing the fault: during a program. ... -
Page 56: General Problems
Frequently Asked Questions General problems Problem Possible cause and solution The indicator lights and The dishwasher has switched off automatically to time display are dark. save energy. Turn the dishwasher on again with the button. Detergent residue is left The dispenser was still damp when detergent was in the dispenser at the added. -
Page 57: Noises
Frequently Asked Questions Noises Problem Possible cause and solution There is a knocking A spray arm is hitting the dishes. noise in the wash cabi- Interrupt the program, and rearrange the items net. which are obstructing the spray arm. There is a rattling noise Dishes is moving around in the wash cabinet. -
Page 58: Poor Cleaning Results
Frequently Asked Questions Poor cleaning results Problem Possible cause and solution The dishes are not The dishes were not loaded correctly. clean. See notes in "Loading the dishwasher". The program was not powerful enough. Select a more intensive program (see "Program overview"). - Page 59 Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution Dishes is not dry or cut- The rinse aid dosage is set too low or the rinse aid lery and glasses are reservoir is empty. spotty. Replenish the reservoir, increase the dosage, or change the brand of rinse aid (see "Before using for the first time - Rinse aid").
- Page 60 Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution There are rust stains on The affected items are not corrosion resistant. the cutlery. There is no remedy. Purchase cutlery which is dishwasher-safe.
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Page 61: Cleaning The Drain Pump And Non-Return Valve
Frequently asked questions Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If the water has not been pumped away at the end of a program, the drain pump or the non-return valve might be blocked. They are, however, easy to clean. ... -
Page 62: Customer Service
Miele appliance. Please note that unless expressly ap- proved in writing by Miele’s Service de- partment, Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele. -
Page 63: Optional Accessories
These and many other useful products glass protection additives can be ordered from a Miele dealer or – Phosphate-free – kind to the environ- via the Miele Website (see end of this ment booklet for contact details). - Page 64 Optional accessories Dishwasher care products Miele cleaning and care products pro- vide optimum care for your dishwasher. Dishwasher cleaner – Cleans the dishwasher effectively and thoroughly – Removes grease, bacteria, and un- pleasant odors – Ensures excellent dishwashing re- sults Dishwasher descaler –...
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Page 65: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions Please refer to the Installation Diagram supplied with these instructions. To comply with IEC sound testing protocols, please contact Miele for additional instructions. Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specification, technical & warranty information. -
Page 66: Electrical Connection
Technical Service Department: USA: 1-800-999-1360 A damaged power cord must only be CDN: 1-800-565-6435 replaced with a genuine Miele cord by a Miele service technician. Specifications The dishwasher comes equipped with a Grounding instructions 4 ft (1.2 m) powercord (measured from... - Page 67 Electrical connection Hardwired electrical connection Prior to making a hardwire connec- It is possible to hardwire this appliance tion to the terminal, remove the pow- to an existing power cable. ercord. Otherwise there will be a risk of electric shock from the attached CAUTION: Before servicing, discon- plug.
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Page 68: Water Connection
Water connection Water intake To avoid any damage to the ap- pliance, the dishwasher must only be Water in the dishwasher must operated when it is connected to a not be used as drinking water. fully vented plumbing system. –... -
Page 69: Drainage
Water connection Drainage Make sure that there are no kinks in the hose, and that it is not – The machine comes equipped with a squashed or stretched. built-in non-return valve on the dis- charge side to prevent waste water from flowing back into the dish- After servicing the appliance, ensure washer. -
Page 70: Sound Emission Testing
Sound emission testing Prerequisites for sound emission tests Load the dishwasher with 16 standard place settings and use the Normal pro- gram. Setup for sound emission tests The dishwasher must be set up according to the following specifications. Install the dishwasher into an analyzing unit. ... - Page 71 Sound emission testing Push the provided fleece strips (depending on model) under the toe-kick until it is flush with the appliance feet . Push the toe-kick into place in such a way that it is flush with the door front .
- Page 72 Sound emission testing Remove the protective film from the provided insulating strip (depending on model) . Push the insulating strip into the front top edge of the toe-kick .
- Page 75 Technical Service. U.S.A. Canada Miele, Inc. Importer Miele Limited National Headquarters 9 Independence Way Headquarters and Miele Centre Princeton, NJ 08540 161 Four Valley Drive Phone: 800-843-7231 Vaughan, ON L4K 4V8 609-419-4298 Fax: www.miele.ca www.mieleusa.com...
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