Miele W 1926 manuale d’uso

Operating Instructions f or the W 1926 W ashing Machine T o prevent accidents and machine damage, ö read these Operating Instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr . 04 955 390[...]

Contents Guide to the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Preparation for use Help protect our envir onment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

Guide to the machine 1 Supply cable 2 High pressur e intake hoses 3 Flexible drain hose, with detachable swivel elbow 4 Detergent dispenser drawer 5 Control panel 6 Drum door 7 Access panel for lint filter and drain pump 8 Four height adjustable legs Guide to the machine 3[...]

b “Delay start” button. c Time display “hours, mins”. d “Door” button; opens the drum door . e “ON/OFF” button; T ur ns the machine on and off or interrupts a program. The “On” lamp illuminates. Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment i - for the pre-wash. Compartment j - for the main wash. Compartment p (with lid) - for fabric s[...]

Important safety instructions W ARNING - T o reduce the risk of fir e, electric shock, or injury to persons while using your appliance, follow basic safety precautions, including the follow - ing: 1. Read the instructions before using the appliance. 2. Do not wash materials that have been previously cleaned or soaked in gasoline, dry cleaning solve[...]

Help protect our envir onment W arning - T o reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPOR T ANT SAFETY IN - STRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing is mostly manufactured fr om the following recycled or r ecyclable materials: – corrugated pa[...]

Optimal usage The key to good wash results is finding the correct combination of detergent and temperature, and then allowing the washing machine to optimize their us - age through its pr ogramming. Program lengths can vary for this reason. The fully electronic contr ols offer a com - bination of simple operation with many optional features. For in[...]

Preparing the Laundry The headings numbered ( 1 , 2 , 3 ,...) show the operating sequence and can be used as a brief guide. Before washing 1 Prepare the wash load ^ Empty all pockets. Foreign objects accidentally left in pockets (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can damage clothes and the machine. ^ Sort the laundr y Only wash items that are l[...]

2 Press the “Door” button to open the door 3 Load the machine Unfold the laundry and place it in the drum. For best results we r ecommend washing mixed loads consisting of both large and small items. This improves washing effectiveness and helps dis - tribute the load evenly to keep the ma - chine stable and reduce noise during spinning. Recomm[...]

End of Program After washing 1 T urn the program selector switch to “Finish/Start” 2 Press the “ON/OFF” button. 3 Press the “Door” button. Do not attempt to remove laundry from the machine if the drum is turn - ing. Y ou may seriously injure your - self. If the drum turns with the door open, contact the Miele Service De - partment. 4 Re[...]

Changing the program sequence T o cancel a pr ogram: ^ T ur n the program selector to “Finish/Start”. T o interrupt a pr ogram: ^ Press the “ON/OFF” buttton. T o continue the program, turn the ma - chine back on. T o change an incorrectl y selected program: ^ T ur n the program selector switch to “Finish/Start”. When only the “On” l[...]

Adding detergent Powder detergent should be added to compartment j (main wash) and compartment i (pre wash, if selected) at the beginning of each wash cycle. Due to the design of the Miele 1/3 to 1/2 the manufacturer’s r ecommended amount of detergent is plenty for excel - lent wash results. Do not use chlorine bleac h! W ater is taken in through[...]

Adding fabric softener or starch If fabric softener is desired, it will work more ef fectively and be gentler on the clothes if it is dispensed in the final rinse cycle of the wash, rather than in the dryer with softener sheets. T o auto - matically dispense fabric softener: ^ Open the lid of compartment p . ^ Pour an amount of liquid fabric soft- [...]

Program selection Program T emperature range Fabric CO TTONS For cotton fabrics without special finishes. 85 - 105°F 105 - 120°F 140 - 190°F For dark colored items. For light colored items. Exclusively white items. PERMANENT PRESS For cotton blends, polyester blends and synthetics such as acrylic, nylon and ramie. 85° 105 - 120°F 140°F For da[...]

max. load Additional options av ailable Normal wash cycle Rapid wash cycle 13 lbs 6 Kg Pre-wash W ater plus Gentle wash Available Available 6.5 lbs 3 Kg Pre-wash W ater plus Gentle wash Available Available 3.5 lbs 1.5 Kg Pre-wash Gentle wash Available Available 4.5 lbs 2.0 Kg Available – 13 lbs 6.0 Kg Available Available – Available – 6.5 lbs[...]

Program sequence CO TTONS PERMANENT PRESS FINE/ DELICA TES Pre-wash Selectable (1) Selectable (1) Selectable (1) Main wash ß (1) ß (1) ß Interim rinse ßß – Graduated rinse – ßß Number of rinses 4 3 3 Rinse and interim spin ß –– Graduated spin rpm max. 800 (2) –– Final spin rpm max. 1200 max. 900 (2) max. 600 (2) „ Without fina[...]

WOOLENS Starch Spin Fine rinse – ß –– ß ––– –––– –––– 2––2 –––– ––– max. 1200 max. 1200 max. 1200 max. 900 (2), ßß – ß – ß –– Woolens normal – – low low low – – – – high 38 min 18 min 7 min 14 min Graduated spin: The speed is gradually increased, until the final spin speed is r[...]

T extile care symbols Some clothing manufacture’s place tex - tile care symbols on their pr oducts. The following is an explanation of some of these symbols. W ashing (°C) 987 COTTONS 4321 PERMANENT PRESS 21 FINE/DELICA TES a@ WOOLENS The significance of the bar beneath the wash tub is: no bar normal (maximum) agitation; e used in the Cottons pr[...]

Additional options By using the pushbuttons to select one or more additional options, basic pr o - grams can be tailored to the type of laundry being washed. When the “Door” button is pressed, the other buttons will spring out, cancelling any additional options. “Pre-wash” – Use for heavily soiled or stained laundry items. – Available i[...]

Delay start/Time remaining indicator Time display “H:min” The Time display has a dual function. – It shows the time remaining in the wash program, and – it shows the programmed “Start de - lay” remaining befor e the program begins. Delay Start Upon turning on the machine, the “De - lay start” lamp will be blinking. The star t of the[...]

Cleaning and care T o clean the washing machine: ^ Clean the casing using a mild non- abrasive detergent or soap and water , and wipe dr y with a soft cloth. ^ Clean the control panel with a damp cloth. ^ If necessary , the drum can be cleaned using a stainless steel cleaner according to the manufac - turer’s instructions. A stainless steel clean[...]

Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap Occasionally small objects, (buttons, coins, etc.), may find their way into the lint trap. If the machine does not drain completely , the lint trap should be checked to ensure that it is fr ee of for - eign objects. T o clean the lint trap, remove the tool from behind the detergent dispenser drawer . ^ Open the[...]

^ Once the flow of water stops, remove the lint trap and clean it. ^ Remove any foreign objects (e.g. buttons, coins, etc.) or lint. ^ T ur n the drain pump impeller (in the back of the chamber) by hand to check that it rotates fr eely . ^ Clean the inside of the lint trap hous- ing. Remove any detergent deposits or for- eign objects from the thr e[...]

Cleaning the water inlet filters. The washing machine has two water in - let filters to protect each inlet valve. T o c lean the filter in the inlet hose: ^ T ur n off the valve. ^ Carefully unscr ew the inlet hose from the valve by turning the connector counterclockwise using a wr ench if necessary . ^ Remove the rubber seal from the connector . ^[...]

Problem solving guide Any w ork done on the electrical components of this appliance should only be performed b y a qualified technician in accor dance with all local and na - tional codes and regulations. Unauthoriz ed repair s may result in per sonal injury and machine damage. What to do if ,... Cause . . . Remedy . . . . . . The program does not [...]

What to do if ,... Cause . . . Remedy . . . . . . the “Pre-wash”, “Main wash” or “Rinse 1-2" indicator lamp is flashing? There is an internal prob - lem. Restart the program. If the indicator lamp starts flashing again, call the Service Dept. . . . The ”Rinse & hold“ indicator lamp is flash - ing? The spin speed selector has [...]

What to do if ,... Cause . . . Remedy . . . . . . In spite of adequate water supply , the water flows slo wly into the ma - chine? A water inlet filter is blocked. Clean the water inlet fil - ters. . . . Large residues of detergent remain in the dispenser drawer? The water pressur e is too low . – Clean the filters in the water inlet system. – [...]

What to do if ,... Cause . . . Remedy . . . . . . Grey greasy parti - cles c ling to washed laundry? Insufficient detergent was used to break down the particles of grease in heavily soiled laundry . – Add more detergent. – Before washing the next load run a COT - TONS 120°F program with detergent but with - out a load to clean the machine. . .[...]

Opening the drum door during a power failure T o prevent water fr om spilling on to the floor , make cer tain the machine is drained before opening the door . ^ T ur n off the washing machine. ^ Open the lint trap door and drain any water as described in the Cleaning and care section. ^ Pull down the ring in the upper right corner of the access are[...]

After sales service If problems occur that cannot be easily fixed, or if the appliance is under war - ranty , please contact: – The nearest Miele T echnical Service Department (see back cover). When contacting the T echnical Service Department, please have the model and Serial numbers of your appliance available, both which can be found on the da[...]

INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS Installation surface Experience has shown that a concrete floor is the most suitable surface for a washing machine. Concrete floors ar e less prone to vibration during the spin cycle than wooden floors. Please note the following points: ^ The machine must be level and se - curely positioned. ^ T o avoid vibration during [...]

^ T ur n the right shipping strut 90° clockwise. ^ Withdraw the two struts together with the support plate. ^ Plug the two holes with the plastic caps provided. Movement of the machine without the shipping struts in place should be kept to a minimum. The shipping struts should be stored in a safe place for futur e use. They must be reinstalled bef[...]

Leveling the mac hine T o ensure smooth operation, it is es - sential that the machine is level. Failure to level the machine can r esult in the machine “banging” in the spin cycle or “walking” across the floor dur- ing operation. Energy and water use will also increase. Adjust the four le veling feet as f ol - lows: ^ Tip the machine sligh[...]

If a countertop is placed over the washer , at least a 1 / 4 gap must be left between the top of the machine and bottom of the countertop; and nothing should be within 1 / 2 ” of any other side of the washing machine. W asher / Dr yer Stac k This Miele washing machine can be in - stalled as part of a washer dr yer stack in combination with a Miel[...]

Any residual water left in the machine fr om the factory test - ing process can be flushed out as follo ws: ^ Do not put any laundry in the ma - chine. ^ Place 1/4 of the recommended amount of detergent in compartment j . ^ T ur n on the machine. ^ Press the “Rapid wash” button. ^ T ur n the program selector to the “COTTONS 140°F” program.[...]

Plumbing Connections Connect the cold water intake hose (blue mark) to the cold water valve and the hot water intake hose (red mark) to the hot water valve. T ur n on the valves and check for leaks. The water pressur e must be within 15-145 psi (1-10 bar). If the water pres - sure is gr eater than 145 psi (10 bar), a pressur e reducer must be insta[...]

Electrical connection GROUNDING INSTR UCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or break - down, grounding will r educe the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electric curr ent. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding con - ductor and plug. The plug must b[...]

Programmable functions W arning - T o reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPOR T ANT SAFETY IN - STRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. The following additional functions can be programmed into the machine if de - sired: A High water level (onl y in “Cottons” rinses) Where rinse r esults are particularl[...]

Step 1: T ur n off the machine, close the door , and release all pushbuttons. Set the Progam Selector Switch to “Finish/Start”. Step 2: 4 seconds. ^ Press the “ON/OFF” button Step 3: ^ Press the “W ater plus” button 4 times (i.e. press in and out twice) The “ON” lamp will illu- minate and the “Pre-wash” and “Main wash” lamps[...]

ns Step 4: Desired function: A High water level ^ Set the Program Se - lector to “Fine rinse”. Continue with Step 5 to activate. B 5th rinse cyc le ^ Set the Program Se - lector to “Drain”. Con - tinue with Step 5 to activate. C W ater intake through compart- ment i ^ Set the Program Se- lector to “Starch”. Continue with Step 5 to activ[...]

E Additional rinse in Rapid wash ^ Set the Program Selec - tor to “WOOLENS 85°”. Continue with Step 5 to activate. Step 5: ^ Press the “W ater plus” button twice (i.e. in and out once) to tog - gle the function “ON/OFF”. The “Rinse 1-2" lamp will illuminate when the function is activated. Step 6: ^ Press the “ON/OFF” button.[...]

T o check if the function has been stored: ^ Perfor m Steps 1 to 4. If the “Rinse 1-2" lamp lights up, the programmable function is active. ^ Press the “ON/OFF” button. This fin - ishes the check of the programmable function. If, after Step 2, the selector switch is accidentally turned to a setting other than one of the three shown: – [...]

T echnical data 1.1 Dimensions Height Width Depth (including distance from wall) Weight Capacity Rated load Circuit br eaker W ater pressur e Maximun drain height Drain hose diameter Maximum drain length Power supply Max floor load 33 1 / 2 “+ 1 / 2 “/- 1 / 4 “ (850 mm +10/-0,5 mm) 23 5 / 8 “ (600 mm) 28 1 / 4 “ (715 mm) 252 lbs. (114 kg)[...]

1.2 Specifications Hot and cold water hoses come equipped with 3/4” female hose thread connections. Drainage is via a 5 ft. long (1.5 m), 1 1/4” OD hose. This washing machine is supplied with a 5 foot long cable with plug for con - nection to a 120/240 V (208 V) 60 Hz (3-pole-4 wire gr ounding) power sup - ply . Program duration (appr o ximate)[...]

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