Miele W3164 WSS EDITION 111 manual

Operating instructions for Washing machine W 3164 WSS Edition 111 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. 09 527 420 e n-G B[...]

Disposal of the packing material The packaging is designed to protect the machine from damage during transportation. The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled. Recycling the packaging reduces the use of raw materials in the manufacturing process and also reduces t[...]

Caring for our environment .........................................2 Warning and Safety instructions .....................................6 Operating the washing machine .....................................1 3 Control panel .....................................................1 3 Before using for the first time ...................................[...]

Changing the programme sequence .................................2 9 Cancelling a programme ............................................2 9 Interrupting a programme ...........................................2 9 Making changes to a programme .....................................2 9 Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ..........[...]

Installation and connection ........................................4 7 Front view ........................................................4 7 Rear view ........................................................4 8 Installation surface .................................................4 9 Installing the washing machine ................................[...]

This machine complies with current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the machine, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its safety, use and maintenance. Keep the[...]

Safety with children ~ Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the machine unless they are constantly supervised. ~ Children 8 years and older may only use the machine unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation. ~ Children must not be allowed to [...]

Technical safety ~ Before setting up the washing machine, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install or use a damaged machine. ~ Before connecting the machine, ensure that the connection data on the data plate (fuse rating, voltage and frequency) match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. ~[...]

~ Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved service technician, otherwise any subsequent damage will not be covered by the guarantee. ~ If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele approved s[...]

Correct use ~ The maximum load of dry laundry for this machine is 7 kg. See the "Programme chart" for the maximum recommended loads in individual programmes. ~ Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be imp[...]

~ If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the machine should not need to be descaled. If, however, you do wish to descale it, only use proprietary non-corrosive descaling agents and strictly observe the instructions on the packaging. A special descaling agent is available to order from Miele (see "Optional accessories"). ~ Textil[...]

Accessories ~ Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated. ~ 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 ord[...]

Control panel a Display The display shows the programme duration (time left). b Start button Starts the wash programme. c Additional option buttons Additional options can be added to the basic programme. Use the top button to select either Soak , Pre-wash ,o r Short . Use the lower button to select the Water plus option. Indicator light on = option[...]

Before using the machine for the first time, ensure that it is correctly installed and connected. See "Installation and connection". Also check that the drain filter is securely tightened to prevent the risk of water leaks during use. This washing machine has undergone a complete functional test at the factory and there will be some resid[...]

Energy and water consumption – Water consumption and energy usage are determined by the size of the load. To make the most out of your machine, load the maximum dry load for the programme you are using. – When smaller amounts of laundry are washed, the automatic load recognition system will reduce the amount of water and energy used. – Use th[...]

Brief instructions The headings numbered A , B , C ,... show the operating sequence and can be used as brief instructions. A Sort the laundry ^ Empty all pockets. , Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to garments and components in the machine. ^ Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should be cleaned as soon as possibl[...]

B Switch on the washing machine C Load the drum ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Unfold the laundry and load loosely into the drum. Mixing both large and small items gives better wash results and also helps distribute the load evenly during spinning. The most efficient use of energy and water is achieved when a full load is washed. [...]

E Select any additional option(s) Each press of the top button selects the additional options in the following order: Soak , Pre-wash or Short or no option. Use the lower button to select the Water plus option. ^ Select the option(s) you want. Not all the additional options are suitable for use with every programme. You can only select additional o[...]

G Add detergent It is important to dispense the correct amount, becaus e... . . . too little detergent results in: – Laundry not getting properly clean and with time it may become grey and hard to the touch. – Greasy particles clinging to the laundry. – Limescale deposits on the heater elements. . . . too much results in: – Excessive foam w[...]

H Start the programme ^ Press the flashing Start button. I Unload the drum 0 will appear in the display at the end of the programme. ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Remove the laundry. Check that all items have been removed from the drum. Items left in the drum could discolour other items in the next wash or become discoloured them[...]

You can use the extra option buttons to augment the wash programmes. Short For light to normal soiling with no visible staining. This shortens the programme running time. Pre-wash For laundry with large amounts of dirt e.g. dust, sand. Soak For heavily soiled and stained items with protein stains (e.g. blood, fats and oils, cocoa). – A length of [...]

Final spin speed You can reduce the final spin speed. However, you cannot select a final spin speed higher than that shown in the chart above. Please note: For programmes with a maximum spin speed not shown on the control panel, the nearest spin speed above it will light up. However, to protect the laundry the machine will only spin at the spin spe[...]

Programme chart 23 Cottons 90°C / 30°C Max. load 7.0 kg Use for Cotton, linen or cotton mix fabric, e.g. table linen, towelling, underwear, T-shirts etc. Note Where particularly high levels of hygiene are required please select 90°C. Minimum iron 30°C to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg Use for Synthetic, mixed fibre and easy care cotton. If fabrics have[...]

Programme chart 24 Shirts 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg Notes – Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary. – Wash silk garments in the Silks / programme. Denim 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg Notes – Wash denim inside out. – Denim often contains excess dye and may run during the first few washes. Wash light and dark coloured items separately. Automatic cold[...]

Programme chart 25 Woollens / cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg Use for Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics. If the care label does not specify a temperature, wash using the cold setting. Note Reduce the spin speed for items which crease easily. Drain / Spin Notes – Drain only: Select No . (No spin). – Make sure you select[...]

Main wash Rinses Spinning Water level Wash rhythm Water level Rinses Interim spin Final spin Programme sequence 26 Cottons d a ( 2-4 1)2) LL Minimum iron ( c e 2-3 3) LL Delicates e d e 3 – L Automatic ( abc e 2-3 3) LL Dark garments ( b d 3-4 3) LL Shirts e c e 2 – L Denim ( c e 3 – L Express d b d 2-3 3) LL Silks /e f e 2 – L Woollens /e [...]

d = Low water level ( = Medium water level e = High water level a = Intensive rhythm b = Normal rhythm c = Gentle rhythm d = Sensitive rhythm e = Ultra sensitive rhythm f = Handwash rhythm This machine has fully electronic controls with automatic load recognition. It takes in the right amount of water required for the programme depending on the amo[...]

Washing The figure quoted in the bucket is the maximum temperature the garment can be washed at. The number of bars under the symbol indicates the level of agitation permitted. 9 No bar under the symbol: = normal agitation 4 One bar under the symbol: = reduced agitation c Two bars under the symbol: = much reduced agitation / Hand wash (if no temper[...]

Cancelling a programme You can cancel a programme at any time after it has started. Turn the programme selector to Finish . The water will drain away. The laundry can be unloaded when 0 appears in the display. Interrupting a programme ^ Switch the machine off with the _ button. To continue with the same programme: ^ Switch the machine on with the _[...]

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ^ Press the Door button in until the drum door springs open. ^ Add or remove items. ^ Close the door. The programme will continue automatically. Please note: Once a programme has started the machine cannot recognise any adjustment to the load. For this reason, if laundry is added or removed a[...]

The correct detergent All modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable. Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these are supplied with the detergent. Tablets are suitable for full loads, but note that it may be impractical to reduce tablets for smaller loads. Some tablets do not dissolve as rapidly as others, and may not be s[...]

Detergent 32 Universal detergent Detergent for coloureds Detergent for delicates Specialist detergent* Proofing agent** Fabric conditioner Cottons X X – – – X Minimum iron X X – – – X Delicates X X X – – X Automatic X X – – – X Dark garments 1) XXX – – X Shirts X X – – – X Denim 1) XXX – – X Express 1) XX – –[...]

The right amount to dispense will depend on the following: – The quantity of laundry. – The soiling level of the laundry. Lightly soiled No visible dirt or stains. Possibly slight body odour. Normally soiled Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight stains. Heavily soiled Visible dirt and stains and/or dried on soiling. – The water hardness leve[...]

Fabric conditioners and liquid starch Fabric conditioners make garments soft to handle and help prevent static cling when tumble drying. Starch stiffens and gives body to items of laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths and bed linen. Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry at the end of a programme ^ Add the fabric conditi[...]

, Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply and withdraw the plug from the socket before cleaning the machine. , The washing machine must not be hosed down. A range of Miele branded cleaning and conditioning agents is available to order from the Miele Spare Parts Department, or via the internet on www.miele-shop.com. External casing [...]

^ Clean the siphon. 1 . Remove the siphon from compartment § and rinse under hot running water. Clean the siphon tube in the same way. 2 . Replace the siphon. If starching frequently, thoroughly clean the siphon and siphon tube regularly. A build-up of starch will cause them to get clogged. Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing ^ Use a b[...]

Cleaning the water inlet filters The washing machine has two filters to protect the inlet valves. These filters should be checked every six months or so, or more often if there are frequent interruptions to the water supply. To clean the filter in the union in the open end of the inlet hose: ^ First turn off the stopcock. ^ Unscrew the inlet hose f[...]

With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the machine, 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 suitably qualified person in strict accordance with current local and national saf[...]

The wash programme stops and a fault code appears in the display. Problem Possible cause Remedy A The Check inlet/ drainage light flashes and F10 or F11 shows in the display. The water outlet is blocked. Clean the drain filter and the drain pump as described in "Problem solving guide – Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain ou[...]

A fault code appears but the wash programme continues as normal. Problem Possible cause Remedy A The fault code F63 shows in the display. Excessive foam has built up during washing. Use less detergent next time and follow the manufacturer's instructions on dosage given on the packaging. ~§~ shows in the display. The position of the programme [...]

General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine shakes during the spin cycle. The machine feet are not level. Level the machine (see "Installation and connection"). The laundry has not been spun properly and is still wet. The machine detected an imbalance during the final spin and reduced the spin speed automatically. Include b[...]

An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy Liquid detergent does not give the required result. Liquid detergents usually contain no bleaching agents. They do not remove fruit, coffee and tea stains. – Use a general purpose detergent containing a bleaching agent. – Pour stain removers into compartment j of the dispenser drawer a[...]

The drum door does not open when you press the Door button Possible cause Remedy The washing machine is not connected to the electricity supply and/or is not switched on. Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and / or switch the machine on with the _ button. Power cut. Open the drum door as described in "Opening the drum door in the even[...]

Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure ^ Switch the washing machine off. There is a lever behind the detergent drawer fascia panel. ^ Remove the lever. ^ Use it to open the access flap. Blocked drain outlet If the drain outlet is blocked, up to 25 litres of water will be retained in the machine. , Caution:[...]

Once the flow of water ceases: ^ Remove the drain filter completely. ^ Clean it thoroughly. ^ Remove any foreign objects (e.g. buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff from the filter housing. Turn the impeller by hand to check that it rotates freely. Any foreign object causing an obstruction should be removed. ^ Put the drain filter back in place and secur[...]

In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact: – your Miele Dealer or – Miele (see back cover for contact details). When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your machine, both of which are shown on the data plate visible above the porthole glass when the door is open. N.B. A[...]

Front view a Inlet hose (tested to withstand pressure of at least 7,000 kPa) b Electricity supply cable c - f Flexible drain hose (with detachable elbow) g Control panel h Detergent dispenser drawer i Drum door j Access to drain filter, drain pump and emergency release k Handle recesses for moving the machine l Four height adjustable feet Installat[...]

Rear view a Protruding lid for holding when moving the machine b Electricity supply cable c Inlet hose (tested to withstand pressure of at least 7,000 kPa) d Drain hose e Transit bar covers f Retaining clip for inlet hose and drain hose g Retaining clips for transit bars when removed Installation and connection 48[...]

Installation surface A concrete floor is the most suitable installation surface for a washing machine, being far less prone to vibration during the spin cycle than wooden floorboards or a carpeted surface. Please note the following points: ^ The machine must be level and securely positioned. ^ To avoid vibrations during spinning, the machine should[...]

^ Using the spanner supplied turn the left-hand transit bar 90°, then ^ withdraw the transit bar. ^ Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°, then ^ withdraw the transit bar. Installation and connection 50[...]

, To avoid the risk of injury the holes for the transit bars must be covered after the transit bars have been removed. ^ Fit the covers on to the two holes. Then plug the holes as shown with the caps. ^ Secure the transit bars to the back of the washing machine. Make sure that holes b are fitted over retainers a . , The washing machine must not be [...]

Levelling the machine The machine must stand perfectly level on all four feet to ensure safe and proper operation. Incorrect installation may increase electricity 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. All four feet are screwed [...]

The fitting of building-under kits* and stacking kits* must only be undertaken by qualified and competent persons, in accordance with the instructions supplied with the kit. Building under a continuous worktop/in a kitchen run If you wish to push your machine under a worktop and there is space to do this without removing the lid , the conversion ki[...]

The Miele water safety system The Miele water safety system protects the washing machine from water damage. The system consists of three main components: 1) the inlet hose 2) the electronic unit 3) the drain hose 1) Inlet hose The inlet hose is tested to withstand pressure of more than 7,000 kPa. 2) Electronic unit If, during the water intake, the [...]

Connection to the water supply The machine should be connected to a mains water supply in accordance with local and national safety regulations. The German authorities do not require it to have a non-return valve as it has been designed to comply with DIN regulations. The machine is designed to operate with a flow pressure of between 100 kPa and 1,[...]

Connection to the drainage system The machine drains via a drain pump with a delivery head of 1 metre*. The drain hose must not be kinked as this restricts drainage. The elbow at the end can be detached. If required, the drain hose can be extended to a length of 5 m. The necessary parts can purchased from the Miele Spare Parts Department or your Mi[...]

Electrical connection U.K. All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person, in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK). Ensure power is not supplied to the appliance until after installation work has been carried out. The appliance is supplied with a mains cable[...]

58 Consumption data Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration Residual moisture in kWh in litres Cottons 90°C 7.0 kg 2.20 51 2 h 09 min 52% r * 7.0 kg 1.10 51 2 h 14 min 52% r * 3.5 kg 0.89 38 1 h 58 min 52% s 7.0 kg 0.72 56 2 h 29 min 52% s * 3.5 kg 0.59 56 2 h 15 min 52% Minimum iron 40°C 3.0 kg 0.50 55 1 h 19 min 30% Delicates 30°C 2.0 kg 0[...]

Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 580 mm Depth with door open 975 mm Height for building under 820 mm Width for building under 600 mm Depth for building under 600 mm Weight 101 kg Capacity 7 kg dry laundry Voltage see data plate Connected load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate / plug Consumption data see "Consumption data" Water fl[...]

The programmable functions can be used to alter the machine's electronics to suit changing requirements. Programmable functions can be altered at any time. The programmable functions are accessed via the Start button and the programme selector. Water plus system This setting is used to specify one of three options for the Water plus button. P2[...]

Gentle action Activating Gentle action reduces the drum action and is suitable for washing slightly soiled items more gently. It should be activated for garments with a single bar under the "bucket" in the care label and for articles which feel too hard after they have been dried. Gentle action can be activated for the Cottons and the Min[...]

Suds cooling When this is activated, additional water flows into the drum at the end of the main wash to cool the suds down. Hot suds can damage plastic drainage pipes. Suds cooling takes place when the Cottons 90°C programme is selected. Suds cooling should be activated: – to prevent the danger of scalding if the drain hose is hooked over the e[...]

Memory function If an extra option is selected for a programme, and / or the spin speed is altered, the machine stores these changes in memory at the start of a programme. When that particular programme is chosen again, the washing machine will display the extra option and / or spin speed which have been stored for that programme in the memory. The[...]

Soak duration A length of time of between 30 minutes and 2 hours can be programmed in 30 minute increments for the soak process. If the Soak option is pressed, the selected soak time will be carried out for the period selected before the wash programme is run. The machine is delivered with a two hour soak time set as standard. Follow steps A to G t[...]

Miele washing machines offer perfect care for your laundry and feature a wide range of special programmes designed to suit the fabric being washed. Miele have also developed a range of specialist CareCollection detergents and conditioning products as well as descaling agent and water softening tablets to offer you a complete package for looking aft[...]

"UltraWhite" detergent This multi-purpose powder detergent has excellent stain removal properties and is suitable for white and light coloured laundry as well as heavily soiled coloured items. "UltraColor" detergent for coloured garments This liquid detergent is particularly suitable for cleaning coloured and dark garments. The [...]

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