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- Page 1 Operating instructions for Washing machine Polaris To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 06 888 720...
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Page 2: Caring For Our Environment
Caring for our environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material or machine The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances / has been selected from materials which machines often contain materials are environmentally friendly for disposal which, if handled or disposed of incor- and can normally be recycled. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Caring for our environment......... . 2 Disposal of the packing material . - Page 4 Contents Detergent ............27 The correct detergent .
- Page 5 The Miele water protection system ........
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Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions
Repairs should only be undertaken by a Do not install or use a damaged machi- Miele approved technician. Ensure current is not supplied to the machine until after maintenance or re- pair work has been carried out. - Page 7 If the connection cable is faulty it cent furniture or appliances. must only be replaced by a Miele In countries where there are areas approved service technician to protect which may be subject to infestation the user from danger.
- Page 8 Always make sure the drum is sta- instructions on the packaging. If in doubt contact the Miele Customer tionary before reaching into it to re- Service Dept. or your Miele Dealer. move laundry. Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous.
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Page 9: Disposal Of Your Old Machine
Warning high temperatures. and Safety instructions. Do not let children touch it. Accessories Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, per- formance and product liability claims will be invalidated. -
Page 10: Operating The Washing Machine
Operating the washing machine Control panel a Display e Start/Stop button See the following page for more in- For starting the programme selected formation. and cancelling a programme once it has started. b Temperature button f Extra option buttons For selecting a temperature. Various Extra options can be added c Spin speed button to the washing programmes. - Page 11 Operating the washing machine Programme duration After the start of a programme, the esti- mated programme duration will appear in the display in hours and minutes. During the first 8 minutes the washing machine measures how much water is being absorbed by the laundry and uses this to calculate the load.
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Page 12: Before Using For The First Time
Before using for the first time Before using the machine for the first deutsch time ensure that it is correctly instal- ^ If the language shown is not the one led and connected. See "Installation you want, select the language you do and connection". -
Page 13: Washing Environmentally And Economically
Washing environmentally and economically Energy and water consumption Detergent – Water consumption and energy usa- – Do not exceed the amounts of deter- ge are determined by the size of the gent recommended by the manufac- load. turer on the packaging. To make the most out of your machi- –... -
Page 14: How To Wash Correctly
How to wash correctly Brief instructions If you use a solvent-based clean- The headings numbered A, B, C, . . . ing agent (e.g. one containing ben- show the operating sequence and can zene) to pre-treat a stain, make sure be used as brief instructions. - Page 15 How to wash correctly B Switch on the washing machine D Select a programme C Load the drum ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Unfold the laundry and load loosely in the drum. Mixing both large and small items gives better wash results and also helps distribute the load evenly during spinning.
- Page 16 How to wash correctly F Select an extra option(s) Water plus The water level in the main wash and the rinses will be increased if the Water plus option is selected. However, you can select other settings for Water plus . These are described in "Programmable functions".
- Page 17 How to wash correctly G Add detergent It is important to dispense the correct amount, because ..too little detergent results in: – Laundry not getting properly clean and with time it may become grey and hard to the touch.
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Page 18: Start The Programme
How to wash correctly H Start the programme Check that all items have been re- ^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button. moved from the drum. Items left in The estimated programme duration will the drum could discolour other items appear in the display once the pro- in the next wash or become disco- loured themselves. -
Page 19: Spinning
Spinning Final spin speed To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) ^ Select the Rinse hold setting using Programme the Spin speed button. The laundry Cottons 1500 will not be spun and will remain sus- Minimum iron 1200 pended in the final rinse water. This Delicates reduces creasing if the laundry is not Woollens... -
Page 20: Programme Chart
Programme chart Cottons 9876 30°C to 95°C Max. load 5.0 kg Fabric Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling, underwear, T-shirts etc. Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash Note for test institutes: Short programme: 2.5 kg load and Short extra option Minimum iron 30°C to 60°C Max. - Page 21 Programme chart Automatic cold to 40°C Max. load 3.5 kg 7621 Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum Fabric iron programmes. Sort according to colour. Shirts cold to 60°C Max. load 1.5 kg Notes – Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary. –...
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Page 22: Programme Sequence
Programme sequence Main wash Rinses Spinning Water Wash Water Rinses Interim Final spin level rhythm level spin Cottons Minimum iron Delicates – Woollens Express Automatic Shirts – Denim – Dark garments Spin – – – – – d = Low water level a= Normal wash rhythm ( = Medium water level b= Gentle action... - Page 23 Programme sequence This machine has fully electronic con- Special features in the programme trols with automatic load recognition. It sequences: takes in the right amount of water requi- Anti-crease: red for the programme depending on the amount of laundry and its absor- At the end of every programme, with the exception of the Woollens program- bency rate.
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Page 24: Garment Care Label Symbols
Garment care label symbols Washing Ironing The figure quoted in the bucket is the The number of dots indicates the iro- maximum temperature the garment ning temperature can be washed at. The number of Hot iron (max sole plate temp. bars under the symbol indicates the approx. -
Page 25: Changing The Programme Sequence
Changing the programme sequence Cancelling a programme Changing a programme You can cancel a programme at any After the start of a programme it is no time after it has started. longer possible to select a different pro- gramme. ^ Press the Start/Stop button. Temperature Cancel programme It is possible to select a different tempe-... -
Page 26: Adding Or Removing Laundry After A Programme Has Started
Changing the programme sequence Adding or removing laundry Safety lock after a programme has started The safety lock prevents the machine ^ Press the Door button to open the from being opened, the programme drum door. from being cancelled or the machine from being switched off during a ^ Add or remove items. -
Page 27: Detergent
For programmes with a pre-wash you will need to purchase a special container from the Miele Spare Parts department which sits in the main wash compartment j of the detergent dispenser drawer . Add liquid detergent to this container for the main wash and to compartment i for the pre-wash. -
Page 28: Water Softeners
Use a quantity of detergent as for soft Normally soiled water. Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight Miele do not recommend connecting stains. the machine to a household water Heavily soiled softener. Visible dirt and stains and/or dried on soiling. -
Page 29: Fabric Conditioners And Liquid Starch
Detergent Fabric conditioners and liquid If starching frequently, clean the dis- starch penser compartment, especially the Fabric conditioners siphon tube, regularly. See "Cleaning make garments soft to handle and help the detergent dispenser drawer". Do prevent static cling when tumble dry- not use powder starch formulations ing. -
Page 30: Cleaning And Care
Press A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from down the release catch and at the the Miele UK Spare Parts Department, same time pull the drawer right out of which is suitable for cleaning surfaces the machine. -
Page 31: Cleaning The Siphon And Conditioner Channel
Cleaning and care Cleaning the siphon and conditioner If starching frequently, thoroughly channel clean the siphon, the siphon tube and the fabric conditioner channel regularly. A build-up of starch will cause them to get clogged. Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing 1. -
Page 32: Cleaning The Water Inlet Filters
Cleaning and care Cleaning the water inlet filters To clean the filter in the water inlet valve: The washing machine has two filters to ^ Using pliers, carefully loosen the rib- protect the inlet valves. bed plastic nut on the inlet valve and These filters should be checked every unscrew. -
Page 33: Problem Solving Guide
Problem solving guide With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the machi- ne, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitab- ly qualified person in strict accordance with current local and national safety re- gulations. -
Page 34: Fault Messages In The Display
Problem solving guide Fault messages in the display Remedy A Problem Possible cause lights up in the dis- – The water outlet is – Clean the drain filter and play and blocked or restric- the drain pump. Drain fault ted. –... -
Page 35: General Problems
Problem solving guide General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine shakes du- The machine feet are Level the machine (see "In- ring the spin cycle. not level. stallation and connection"). The pump makes stran- This is not a fault! These noises occur at the end of ge noises. -
Page 36: An Unsatisfactory Wash Result
Problem solving guide An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy Liquid detergent Liquid detergents usu- – Use a general purpose deter- does not give the ally contain no blea- gent containing a bleaching required result. ching agents. They do agent. -
Page 37: The Drum Door Does Not Open When You Press The Door Button
Problem solving guide The drum door does not open when you press the Door button Possible cause Remedy The machine is not con- Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and/or switch the machine on with the I-On/0-Off button. nected to the electricity supply and/or is not swit- ched on. -
Page 38: Opening The Drum Door In The Event Of A Blocked Drain Outlet And/Or Power Failure
Problem solving guide Opening the drum door in the Blocked drain outlet event of a blocked drain outlet If the drain outlet is blocked, up to 25 li- and/or power failure tres of water will be retained in the ma- chine. -
Page 39: Opening Drum Door
Problem solving guide Once the flow of water ceases: Make sure the drain filter is se- curely tightened. Otherwise there is a risk of water leakage during use. Opening the drum door Always make sure that the drum is stationary before reaching into the machine to remove laundry. -
Page 40: After Sales Service
Optional accessories glass when the door is open. Optional accessories for this washing machine are available from your Miele Dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department. Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for trai- ning purposes. -
Page 41: Installation And Connection
Installation and connection Front view a Inlet hose (tested to withstand pres- h Control panel sure of at least 7,000 kPa) i Drum door b Electricity supply cable j Access to drain filter, drain pump c - f Flexible drain hose (with deta- and emergency release chable swivel elbow) k Four height adjustable feet... -
Page 42: Rear View
Installation and connection Rear view a Protruding lid for holding when mo- e Transit bar covers ving the machine f Restraining clip for inlet hose and b Electricity supply cable drain hose c Inlet hose (tested to withstand pres- g Restraining clips for transit bars sure of at least 7,000 kPa) when removed d Drain hose... -
Page 43: Installation Surface
(available from the Miele Spare Parts Dept). ^ To remove the left and right covers 1. Use a screwdriver to prise out the cover as illustrated. - Page 44 Installation and connection ^ Using the spanner supplied, turn the ^ Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°, left-hand transit bar 90°, then then ^ withdraw the transit bar. ^ withdraw the transit bar.
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Page 45: Re-Fitting The Transit Bars
Installation and connection The machine must not be moved without the transit bars in place. Store them as shown or keep them in a safe place for future use. They must be re-fitted if the machine is to be moved again (e.g. when moving house). -
Page 46: Levelling The Machine
Installation and connection Levelling the machine The machine must stand perfectly level on all four feet to ensure safe and pro- per operation. Incorrect installation may increase elec- tricity and water consumption and may cause the machine to move about. Screwing out and adjusting the feet The four adjustable screw feet are used to level the machine. -
Page 47: Building Under A Worktop
Installation and connection Building under a worktop Washer-dryer stack A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked The machine lid must not be re- with the washing machine. A WTV stac- moved. king kit is necessary which can be pur- chased from your Dealer or the Miele This washing machine can be pushed Spare Parts Department. -
Page 48: The Miele Water Protection System
– Overflow protection system This prevents the washing machine taking in too much water. If the water The Miele water protection system pro- level exceeds a certain level, the tects the washing machine from water drain pump switches in and pumps damage. -
Page 49: Connection To The Water Supply
Maintenance and care Only use a genuine Miele hose should you ever need a replacement or exten- sion. These are tested to withstand pressure of at least 7,000 kPa. -
Page 50: Connection To The Drainage System
2. Connected securely to a plastic drain ry parts can be purchased from the pipe with a rubber nipple. There is no Miele Spare Parts Department or your need to use a non-return valve. Miele dealer. 3. Connected securely to a standpipe. -
Page 51: Electrical Connection U.k
Installation and connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363 All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be refitted when by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover person, in strict accordance with cur- is lost, the plug must not be used until a rent national and local safety regula- suitable replacement is obtained. -
Page 52: Consumption Data
Consumption data Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration in kWh in litres Short Normal 95°C 5.0 kg 1.70 2 h 09 min Cottons 60°C 5.0 kg 0.85 1 h 49 min 60°C 2.5 kg 0.70 1 h 03 min 40°C 5.0 kg 0.55 1 h 59 min... -
Page 53: Technical Data
Technical data Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 634 mm Depth with door open 1074 mm Weight 99 kg Maximum floor load 1,600 Newton (approx. 160 kg) Capacity 5 kg dry laundry Voltage see data plate Connected load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate/plug Consumption data... - Page 54 Programmable functions for changing default settings The programmable functions are used to alter the machine's electronics to suit changing requirements. Programmable functions can be altered at any time.
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Page 55: Programmable Functions
Programmable functions To access programmable functions To alter a programmable function You can see the different options availa- The programmable functions are ac- ble for a programmable function by tur- cessed via the Start/Stop button and ning the programme selector. the programme selector. -
Page 56: Water Plus
Programmable functions Water plus Gentle action This programmable function is used Activating gentle action reduces the to select the water intake setting for drum action and is suitable for was- the Water plus extra option. hing slightly soiled items more gently. It should be activated for garments There are three different options: with a single bar under the care label... -
Page 57: Code
Programmable functions Code 1 2 5 A code can be used to lock the elec- tronics on the washing machine to ^ Press the Start/Stop button. prevent it being used without your The following will appear in the display: knowledge. Code activated When the code has been activated, you have to enter a code after switching the... -
Page 58: Temperature Unit
Programmable functions Temperature unit Keypad tone You can chose for the temperature to An audible tone sounds each time a be displayed as °C/Celsius or button is pressed. °F/Fahrenheit . The machine is delivered with the key- The machine is delivered with pad tone deactivated. -
Page 59: Standby Display
Programmable functions Standby display Memory To save energy, the display goes out If an extra option has been selected and the indicator light for the Start/ for a programme, or the recommen- Stop button will start flashing slowly. ded temperature or spin speed has been altered, the machine will store The display will always go out, the changes in memory at the start of... - Page 60 Alteration rights reserved/3706/Polaris M.-Nr. 06 888 720 / 00 en - GB...