Miele M.-Nr. 06 761 400 manuale d’uso

Operating instructions for Washing machine Prestige Plus 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. 06 761 400 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 our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Description of the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Special programmes [...]

Interrupting a programme ...........................................2 8 Altering a programme once selected ..................................2 8 Skipping a programme stage ........................................2 8 To cancel or select a different programme ..............................2 8 Programme sequence .......................................[...]

Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Front view ........................................................4 5 Rear view ........................................................4 6 Installation surface .................................................4 7 Installing the washing m[...]

This washing machine 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 washing machine, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its installation, safety, u[...]

Technical safety ~ Before setting up the washing machine, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install or use a damaged washing machine. ~ Before connecting the washing machine, 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 electr[...]

~ This washing machine may only be used in mobile installations such as ships if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer. Correct use ~ 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 contr[...]

~ Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine. ~ Never use solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing benzene, in this machine, as this may result in damage to component parts and create toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a fire and explo[...]

Your machine has the following special programmes in addition to the standard Cottons and Minimum iron programmes. Special programmes – Silks / Hand-washable fabrics which crease easily and do not contain wool can be washed in the Silks / programme (30°C temperature only). – Woollens / Hand-washable or machine- washable wool or wool blend fabr[...]

Time left display After the start of a programme, the duration of the programme selected will be shown in the display counting down in hours and minutes and finally in minutes. At some points during the wash, the time shown can change. This is normal. Future updates (PC) The indicator or check light marked PC is the interface used by Miele service [...]

Control panel a Display See the following page for more information. 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 the Short , the Pre-wash or the Soak option. Use the lower button to select the Water plus option. Indicator light on = [...]

Programme duration After a programme has started, the maximum programme duration (wash time) will appear in the display in hours and minutes. In the Cottons , Minimum iron and Auto - matic programmes, the machine measures the amount of water absorbed by the laundry and uses this to calculate the load during the first 10 minutes. If the machine reco[...]

Important control panel features Programme selector The programme selector is used to set the basic wash programme and the temperature for that programme. Additional option buttons Additional options can be added to the basic programme. Use the top button to select either the Short , the Pre-wash or the Soak option. Use the lower button to select t[...]

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. Otherwise there is a risk of water leakage during use. For safety reasons spinning is not possible until the machine has been prepared for using for the[...]

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. – Use the Automatic or the Quick wash programmes for small loads. – When smaller amounts of laundry are washed using the Cottons programmes, [...]

Brief instructions Please note: To help familiarise yourself with how to use your washing machine please read the sections "Before washing", "Selecting a programme" and "At the end of a programme" in detail. A Sort the laundry into colours and fabric types Selecting a programme: B Switch on the washing machine C Open t[...]

Programme chart Cottons 9ö876 1) 30°C to 95°C Max. load 5.0 kg Fabric Cottons and linen fabrics, e.g. bed linen, table linen, towelling, jeans, underwear, T-shirts, nappies. Additional options Short, Pre-wash, Soak, Water plus Notes – Only use the Cottons 95°C programme for heavily soiled laundry. – For heavily soiled laundry and/or soiling[...]

Delicates 21ac 1) cold to 40°C Max. load 1.0 kg Fabric For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres and for easy care cotton shirts and blouses. Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washable by the manufacturer. Additional options Short, Pre-wash, Soak Notes – Laundry remains relatively crease-free for easier ir[...]

Quick wash 7 1) 40°C Max. load 2.5 kg Fabric Very lightly soiled fabrics, which can be washed in the Cottons programme. Notes – Use less detergent (as for a half load). – If fabrics have a high proportion of man-made fibres it is advisable to programme the machine for "Gentle Action". See "Programmable functions". Note that[...]

Garment care label symbols Washing The figure quoted in the bucket is the maximum temperature the garment can be washed at. The number of bars under the symbol indicate 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[...]

Before washing 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, e.g. collars and cuffs, and water soluble stains can be pre-treated with bar soap, liquid detergent or detergent mixed into a solution or paste. With partic[...]

Selecting a programme B Switch on the washing machine ^ Press in the I-On/0-Off button. C Open the drum door ^ Press the Door button and open the drum door. D Load the drum ^ Unfold the laundry and load loosely in the drum. To achieve best results it is advisable to make up mixed loads consisting of both large and small items. This improves the was[...]

Additional options H Select additional option(s) if required. Additional options can be selected as long as they are compatible with the basic programme being used. Each press of the top button selects the additional option in the following order: Short , Pre-wash , Soak , no selection. Use the lower button to select or deselect the Water plus opti[...]

I Adding 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. – Greasy particles clinging to the laundry. – Limescale deposits on the heater elements. . . . too much detergent results in: – Ex[...]

At the end of a programme When the Anti-crease/Finish indicator light comes on the laundry can be removed from the drum. (This light stays on at the end of the programme and remains on until the selector is turned back to the Finish position). K Open the drum door ^ Press the Door button. L Remove the laundry. , Only remove laundry from the machine[...]

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started Laundry can be added or removed after the programme has started when using the following programmes: – Cottons – Minimum iron – Quick wash – Automatic – Starch ^ Press the Door button in and hold it until the door springs open. ^ Add or remove items. ^ Close the door. The programme [...]

Interrupting a programme ^ Switch the washing machine off with the I-On/0-Off button. To continue with the same programme: ^ Switch the washing machine back on again with the I-On/0-Off button. Altering a programme once selected The machine will accept the following changes after a programme has started: – at any time after the start, the spin sp[...]

Programme sequence Main wash Rinses Spinning Water level Wash rhythm Water level No of rinses Rinse and interim spin Final spin Cottons d a ( 2-3 1) L 2) L Minimum iron d a e 2-3 3) L 2) L Delicates e b e 3 – L Silks ( d ( 2 – L Woollens ( c ( 2 L 2) L Quick wash d a ( 2 L 2) L Automatic d a e 2 L 2) L Starch –– d 1 – L Separate rinse –[...]

This washing machine has fully electronic controls with automatic load recognition. This machine takes in the right amount of water required for the programme depending on the amount of laundry and its absorbency rate. This means that programme cycles and durations shown in the display can vary. The programme sequences outlined below are based on t[...]

All modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable, including liquid, compact (concentrated), tablets, liquid tablets and special application detergents. 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 sma[...]

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. ^ Dispense according to the amount specified on the packaging. Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starc[...]

, 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. External casing and fascia panel ^ Clean the casing with a mild non-abrasive cleaning agent or soap and water using a well wrung-out cloth. Wipe dry with a soft cloth. ^ The drum[...]

^ Clean the siphon. 1 . Remove the siphon from compartment § and rinse under warm 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 [...]

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 threaded uni[...]

With the help of the following notes minor faults in the performance of the appliance, 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 local and national safety reg[...]

The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on Problem Possible cause Remedy A The Check drain light flashes. "– – –" appears 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 outlet[...]

A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme continues as normal Problem Possible cause Remedy A The Check drain light flashes. The drain outlet is restricted. 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 outlet and/or power failure". Th[...]

General problems or an unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine shakes during the spin cycle. The machine feet are not level. Level the machine (see "Installation"). 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 automa[...]

Problem Possible cause Remedy Liquid detergent does not give the required result. Liquid detergents do not contain bleaching agents. They do not remove fruit, coffee and tea stains. – Use a general purpose washing machine powder containing a bleaching agent. – Pour stain removers into compart - ment j of the dispenser drawer and liquid detergen[...]

The drum door does not open when you press the Door button. Problem Remedy The machine is not connected to the electricity supply. Put the plug in the socket and switch on. The washing machine is not switched on. Switch the machine on with the I-On/0-Off button. Power cut. Open the drum door as described in the section "Opening the door in the[...]

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[...]

Customer contact In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself please contact – Your Miele dealer or – Your nearest Miele Service Department (see back cover for the address). 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 [...]

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 swivel 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 In[...]

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 Restraining clip for inlet hose and drain hose g Restraining clips for transit bars when removed Installation and connection 46[...]

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 48[...]

, 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 kit [...]

The Miele water protection system The Miele water protection system protects the washing machine from water damage. The system consists of three main components: 1) the inlet hose 2) the electronic unit and the washing machine housing 3) the drain hose 1) Inlet hose The inlet hose can withstand pressure of more than 7,000 kPa. 2) Electronic unit an[...]

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 the washing machine has been designed to comply with DIN regulations. The machine is designed to operate with a flow pressure of betwe[...]

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 swivel elbow at the end of the hose can be turned in either direction, or can be detached if required, with a sharp twist and pull. If required, the drain hose can be extended to a[...]

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[...]

Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration in kWh in litres Short Normal Cottons 95°C 5.0 kg 1.70 45 1 h 42 min 1 h 57 min 60°C 1) 5.0 kg 0.85 45 – 1 h 56 min 60°C 5.0 kg 0.85 45 1 h 26 min 1 h 56 min 40°C 1) 5.0 kg 0.50 45 – 1 h 56 min 40°C 5.0 kg 0.50 45 1 h 26 min 1 h 56 min Minimum iron 40°C 1) 2.5 kg 0.45 49 1 h 01 min 1 h 16 min De[...]

Height 85.0 cm Width 59.5 cm Depth 58.0 cm Depth with door open 97.5 cm Weight 93 kg Maximum floor load 1600 Newton (approx. 160 kg) Capacity 5 kg dry laundry Voltage see data plate Rated load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate Consumption data see "Consumption data" Water flow pressure minimum 100 kPa (1 bar) Water flow pressure m[...]

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Programmable functions for changing standard settings[...]

The programmable functions can be used to tailor washing programmes to suit your individual requirements. The programmable functions are activated with the help of the Start button and the programme selector. Water plus system Selecting the Water plus additional option increases the water intake in the programmes listed below. The water intake is i[...]

Follow steps A to G to programme and store a setting in memory. Before you begin, first ensure that: – The washing machine is switched off. – The machine is properly closed. – The programme selector is at Finish . A Press the Start button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B to C . B Switch the machine on with the I-On/0-Off but[...]

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 care label and for articles which feel too hard after they have been dried. Gentle action can be used with the Cottons , Quick wash , Starch and Auto - matic pr[...]

Top-up rinse for Cottons 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. Top-up rinse takes place when temperatures of 95°C and 75°C are selected. Top-up rinse should be activated: – to prevent the danger of scalding if the drain hose is [...]

Memory Function If an additional option(s) 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 display will show the additional option(s) and / or spin speed which have been stored for that programme in the memory[...]

Soak 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 set as standard to a two hour soak time. Follow steps A to G to programme and store [...]

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