Miele T 8685 C Navitronic manuel d'utilisation

Operating instructions for condenser tumble dryer T 8685 C 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. M.-Nr. 07 606 600 e n-G B[...]

Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation! Rather than just throw[...]

Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Operating the tumble dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Control panel ...[...]

Electronic programme locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Emptying the condensed water container ...............................3 0 Cleaning the fluff filters ........................[...]

External condensed water outlet ......................................4 7 Arranging the drain hose .........................................4 7 External drainage via a sink or gully ................................4 8 Installation conditions requiring a non-return valve .....................4 8 Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

~ It is essential to read these instructions. This tumble dryer conforms to 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 tumble dryer, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important in[...]

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

Correct use ~ To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried in this tumble dryer: – items which have not been washed. – items, such as workwear, which have not been thoroughly cleaned and which are still soiled with grease, oil or other deposits (such as cosmetics, lotions etc). If items have not been thoroughly cleaned [...]

~ The dryer must not be used without the fluff filters in place or if the fluff filters are damaged in any way. ~ The fluff filters must be cleaned regularly. ~ The dryer must not be used without the condenser unit in place. ~ The fluff filters must be thoroughly dried after cleaning. Damp or wet filters could cause operational faults. ~ Do not ins[...]

Control panel a Display See the following pages for more information. b Short cut buttons For selecting an individual programme quickly. These buttons can be programmed to select your own favourite drying programmes. c Start button d PC / Optical interface This is used by service technicians to run diagnostic checks on your machine and can also be [...]

Display Entry menu 1 Cottons Programme selection ... 2 Minimum iron Settings F ... 3 Delicates 4 Woollens handcare 9:00 When the machine is switched on, the entry menu (with factory default settings) appears and Programme selection... is highlighted. Multi-function selector Turning the multi-function selector moves the highlighting to the next opti[...]

Programme selection menu Programme selection Back A Cottons Minimum iron Delicates H You can use the multi-function selector to select any of the programmes listed. The highlighting will move up or down depending on the direction the multi-function selector is turned in. The V H arrows on the right of the display indicate the direction and further [...]

When the tumble dryer is switched on for the first time, the welcome screen will appear. The welcome screen will appear in the display every time you switch the machine on until you have run a programme lasting longer than 1 hour. The display for setting the language will then appear. Setting the language You need to select the language you require[...]

Care symbols Before drying check the drying symbol on the care label. If there are no symbols, dry at your own risk! q .........D r ya t normal temperature r ............D r ya tl o w temperature s ...............D on o t tumble dry Tips on drying – Always observe the maximum recommended loads given in the "Programme chart". Never overl[...]

Brief instructions The headings numbered ( A , B , C ...) show the operating sequence and can be used as a brief guide to using your machine. A Sort the laundry To ensure an even drying result, separate out the washed laundry and sort it according to: . . . the drying level required . . . the type of fibre or weave . . . size . . . the moisture con[...]

D Select a programme ^ You can select a programme either by: – using the appropriate short cut button to select one of the four programmes listed in the display ('favourites'), or – by going into the Programme selection menu. ^ If required, you can then select any Extras and use the Timer from the relevant sub-menu. E Start the progra[...]

Before the end of a programme There is a cooling down phase at the end of the drying sequence: Cooling down will appear in the display. The programme will not finish until the cooling down phase has been completed. There is no cooling down phase at the end of the Woollens handcare, Silks handcare and Smoothing programmes. F Remove the laundry when [...]

You can programme the short cut buttons to call up the four drying programmes you use most frequently. Selecting/changing a favourite ^ Switch the dryer on. Entry menu 1 Cottons Programme selection ... 2 Minimum iron Settings F ... 3 Delicates 4 Woollens handcare 9:00 ^ Press short cut button 1 . Main menu Cottons Extra dry Duration: 1:52 h Extras [...]

Important: If you do not make a selection in the sub-menu within approx. 15 seconds, the display will revert to the main menu. – Programmes with drying levels (Cottons, Minimum iron, Delicates, Automatic, Shirts, Denim, Sportswear and Outerwear) Cottons Normal+ Drying level c Machine iron - Extra dry ^ Use the multi-function selector to select th[...]

Selecting an extra option ^ Press short cut button 1 Extras . Cottons Normal+ Extras Short Back A Low temp. ^ Use the multi-function selector to select the extra option you want, and confirm your selection. The main menu will reappear. Saving a favourite programme All the settings you have selected are now shown in the main menu. Cottons Normal+ Lo[...]

Selecting an extra option Not all the extra options are suitable for use with every programme. It is not possible to select the Short and Low temperature options at the same time. ^ Use the multi-function selector to select the Extra you want, and confirm your selection. An extra option which has already been selected – is indicated by a tick L .[...]

You can use the timer to set the end time of a programme, allowing you to make use of night-time economy electricity rates for example. The start of a programme can be delayed by up to 24 hours. To open the Timer sub-menu Cottons Normal+ Low temp. Duration: 1:59 h Extras Timer Y Save Back A HHHH ^ Press short cut button 2 Timer . This opens the Tim[...]

Cottons Max. load: 6 kg* Extra dry, Normal+, Normal** Fabric type Single and multi-layered cotton fabrics such as towelling, jerseywear, T-shirts, underwear. Notes – Select Extra dry for multi-layered and very thick fabrics. – Do not use Extra dry for jersey fabrics (e.g. T-shirts, underwear), as they have a tendency to shrink. Extra options Sh[...]

Delicates Max. load: 2 kg* Normal+, Normal Hand iron r , Hand iron rr , Machine iron Fabric type Delicate items made of cotton, synthetic or blended fabrics, e.g.: jumpers, skirts, trousers, table cloths, shirts, blouses and evening wear with sequins and beading. Note Laundry remains relatively crease-free for easier ironing. Extra option Low tempe[...]

Denim Max. load: 3 kg* Normal, Hand iron r Fabric type Denim garments, e.g. jeans, jackets, skirts, shirts. Extra option Low temperature. (Low temperature cannot be deselected). Cool air Max. load: 6 kg* Fabric type Any item which only needs airing. Warm air Max. load: 6 kg* Fabric type – "Voluminous" and multi-layered fabrics whose lay[...]

Silks handcare Max. load: 1 kg* Fabric type Silks, e.g. blouses and shirts. Notes – Smooths out creasing. – Fabrics are not completely dried in this programme. Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and leave to finish drying at room temperature. Extra option Low temperature. (Low temperature cannot be deselected). Sportswear Max[...]

Hygiene programmes In the Hygiene programmes the temperature is held constant for a longer period of time to deactivate micro-organisms, e.g. germs or house dustmites and also reduce the number of allergens in the laundry. These programmes should not be interrupted as this would prevent the micro-organisms from being deactivated. Cottons hygiene - [...]

Once a programme has started - changing the programme You cannot change to another programme once a programme has started (this prevents unintentional alterations). You will need to cancel the current programme before you can select a new one. - cancelling the programme and then selecting a different programme ^ Press short cut button 4 Cancel . Th[...]

Programme locking prevents the short cut buttons or the multi-function selector being used while drying is in progress. The door is not locked and can be opened at any time. To activate programme locking ^ Once the programme has begun, press and hold the Start button until the following appears in the display: X System locked Now no more alteration[...]

Emptying the condensed water container The condensed water will be collected in the condensed water container unless the appliance has been set up to drain via the drain hose (see installation). Empty the condensed water container after every drying programme. The drying programme will be interrupted if the maximum level of the condensed water cont[...]

Cleaning the fluff filters The fluff which is created by the drying process is collected by the fluff filters in the door and the door opening. Clean the filters after each drying programme*. Cleaning them whilst dry Tip: You can also use a vacuum cleaner to remove the fluff. ^ Open the door and pull the fluff filter (1) out of the door as illustra[...]

Cleaning them with water If there is a great deal of compacted fluff on any of the filters, they can be removed and cleaned under hot running water. ^ Open the door and pull the fluff filter out of the door as described previously. The two filters in the door opening can also be removed if you need to clean them with water. ^ Turn dial a and pull t[...]

Cleaning the tumble dryer Disconnect the tumble dryer from the mains electricity supply. Miele branded cleaning and conditioning products are available to order via the internet on www.miele-shop.com. ^ Clean the housing and control panel with a slightly damp cloth and a mild detergent or soapy water. ^ The drum and other stainless steel parts can [...]

Cleaning the condenser unit Detergent residue, hair and fine fluff from the dryer can get through the fluff filters and block the condenser unit. Dust from the room in which the dryer is installed can also get into the condenser unit and cause a blockage. Check the condenser unit at least twice a year. Always check it if the Clean out airways messa[...]

^ Pull the condenser unit out of its housing by the handle. Checking the condenser unit ^ Hold the condenser unit up to the light as shown . ^ Check to see if there is any fluff inside it. The arrows in the illustration above indicate where to look. If you cannot see any fluff: ^ Replace the condenser unit (see following page). If you can see some [...]

^ Then flush the unit through from the front. ^ Check the condenser unit again for any visible fluff and if necessary flush it through again until it has all gone. ^ Also make sure the rubber seals are clean. The rubber seals must not be removed and must be free of kinks. Checking and cleaning the condenser unit housing ^ Remove any soiling still v[...]

Problem solving guide 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 [...]

Problem Possible cause Remedy The following message appears after the programme has finished: Clean the airways Clean the fluff filter Check the airways – The dryer is not working efficiently or economically. Possible reason for this: The fluff filter is clogged with fluff or with detergent residues. – This message can also appear when using th[...]

Other problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The drying process goes on too long or even switches off. In some circumstances, Clean out airways still appears, even though the filters are clean. Please check all the possible causes and switch the dryer off and then back on again. Ventilation to and from the dryer may be insufficient (e.g. because it[...]

Problem Possible cause Remedy Water leaks from the machine after the condenser unit has been cleaned. – The inner cover of the condenser unit has not been locked properly and/or the condenser unit has not been positioned correctly. – Fluff has collected in the condenser unit housing. – Ensure that the condenser unit is positioned correctly an[...]

Problem Possible cause Remedy The programme does not start and the display is dark. No obvious cause. – Is the dryer switched on? – Is the plug correctly inserted into the socket and switched on? – Is the door closed properly? – Has the fuse or circuit breaker tripped? The interior drum lighting does not come on. The lighting switches off a[...]

Changing the lamp Disconnect the tumble dryer from the mains electricity supply. ^ Open the door. You will find the interior lamp cover at the top of the drum aperture. ^ Insert a suitable tool, such as a wide bladed screwdriver, under the side edge of the lamp cover as illustrated. ^ Apply a little pressure and whilst doing so turn your wrist in t[...]

Repairs In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact – your Miele dealer or – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for contact details). When contacting your dealer or the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance, both of which are shown on the data plate situated on t[...]

Front view a Mains connection cable b Condensed water container c Control panel d Door e Service panel for condenser unit f Four height-adjustable screw feet g External drainage options (e.g. via wash basin, wash basin drain outlet, or gully. See "External condensed water outlet"). Installation 44[...]

Rear view a Protruding lid for holding when moving the machine (see arrows) b Air inlet vent for cooling the condenser unit c Mains connection cable d External drainage of the condensed water e Accessories for connection to a sink drain outlet f Slot for Miele | home communication module Installation site , Make sure the dryer door can be opened wi[...]

Levelling the machine The machine must be perfectly level to ensure safe and proper operation. ^ The screw feet can be adjusted to compensate for any unevenness in the floor. , The air inlet and outlet vents on the front of the machine must not be covered as this would prevent sufficient ventilation for cooling the condenser unit. , Do not block th[...]

External condensed water outlet General notes When drying is in progress, condensed water is pumped into the condensed water container through the drain hose at the back of the dryer. The condensed water can also be drained off directly if the tumble dryer is installed near a sink, drain outlet etc. so that the condensed water container does not ha[...]

External drainage via a sink or gully ^ See "Front view" illustration. , If you want to drain the water off into a sink you will need to secure the hose carefully, e.g. by tying it to a tap to make sure it cannot slip during use. Otherwise there is a risk of overflowing water which could cause damage. ^ Use the bow-shaped guide to prevent[...]

1 Adapter 2 Nut 3 Hose clip 4 End of the hose 5 Non-return valve 6 Tumble dryer drain hose ^ Fit adapter 1 to the sink drain outlet using nut 2 . If this nut has a flat disc in it you should take the disc out first. ^ Attach the end of hose 4 to adapter 1 . ^ Use a screwdriver to tighten hose clip 3 up close to the nut. , Non-return valve 5 has to [...]

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[...]

Programme Load Final spin speed in a domestic washing machine Energy Duration kg* rpm kWh Minutes Cottons Normal 6.0 1000 (60 % residual moisture)** 1200 1400 1600 1800 3.30 3.00 2.85 2,55 2.50 89 81 78 70 69 Cottons Hand iron rr 6.0 1000 (60 % residual moisture)** 1200 1400 1600 1800 2.65 2.35 2.20 1,85 1.80 71 63 60 52 51 Minimum iron Normal 3.0 [...]

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 Yes Suitable for stacking Yes Weight 51 kg Drum volume 111 litres Maximum capacity 6 kg dry weight Capacity of condensed water container approx. 3.[...]

Settings menu J for changing default settings The Settings menu is used to alter the dryer's electronics to suit different requirements. Settings can be altered at any time. 53[...]

To open the Settings menu 1 Cottons Programme selection ... 2 Minimum iron Settings F ... 3 Delicates 4 Woollens handcare 9:00 ^ Select Settings J from the entry menu and confirm your selection with the multi-function selector. To select a setting Settings Back A Language F ... Time of day ... Drying levels ... H ^ Select the setting you want to ch[...]

Time of day First select either a 24 hour or 12 hour clock. Then set the current time of day. To select a 24 hour or 12 hour clock ^ Select either the 24 hour or the 12 hour clock, and confirm your selection. The display will then change to the screen for setting the time of day. To set the time of day 10 : 00 Please set the time of day. ^ Use the [...]

Drying levels You can alter the drying levels for the Cottons and Minimum iron programmes. The bar chart shows you the setting. Factory default: a medium setting. Depending on the setting, the programme duration will be shorter (Damper) or longer (Drier). Extended cool down The cooling down phase which takes place before the end of a programme can [...]

Airways indicator Fluff should be removed after drying. The Clean out airways message will remind you to clean the filters when a certain amount of fluff has collected in them. You can decide at what level of fluff this reminder should be given. You will have an idea of how often this should be done after a few drying programmes. Off = Clean out ai[...]

To enter the code The display will now request that a code is entered. The code is 250 and cannot be altered. 0 __ Enter code ^ Turn the multi-function selector until the number 2 appears. Then press it to confirm your selection of this number. Now enter the second number. ^ Repeat the process until all three numbers have been entered. After the la[...]

Buzzer A buzzer sounds (at intervals for a maximum of 1 hr) to let you know the programme has finished. Off = The buzzer will always sound when there is a fault, even if it has been switched off. Normal = The buzzer sounds at the end of a programme. Loud = The buzzer sounds louder at the end of a programme. A tick L will appear beside the option to[...]

Standby To save energy, the display goes out after 10 minutes and the Start button flashes slowly. There are two options: Active (the machine is delivered with this option selected) Standby is activated: – if a programme is not selected 10 minutes after the machine has been switched on. – 10 minutes after the Start button has been pressed. – [...]

The following settings only appear if Communication module XKM 2000 has been fitted to the dryer. Miele q home This communication enabled dryer can transmit programme data through the power lines to the Miele | home system. The dryer must be signed on to the Miele | home system. Please read the separate operating instructions supplied with the Miel[...]

If signing on is unsuccessful: ^ Check that the Miele | home system is active. ^ Activate the signing on of a new appliance on the Miele | home system. ^ Repeat the signing on process on the dryer. Signing off You can sign off the dryer if you no longer want the programme data to be transmitted. Proceed as for signing on. Switching off time of day [...]

Remote access This option will be made available in the future. When available it will enable the dryer to be switched on remotely and monitored using another appliance (e.g. a computer or mobile phone). Your Miele Dealer will be able to tell you when it becomes available. It offers two options: On Remote access active. The dryer can, if wished, be[...]

You have two options: Remote access You can select and start a programme using a mobile phone or computer. ^ Press short cut button 1 . ^ Press the Start button. No programme selected Waiting for remote start... Cancel + Remote start You have to select the programme on your dryer and then start it later on using your computer or mobile phone. Cotto[...]

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