Miele T 8826 WP manual

Operating instructions for heat pump tumble dryer T 8826 WP 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. 09 263 310 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 should 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. Disposal of your old applian[...]

Caring for the environment ..........................................2 Warning and Safety instructions .....................................6 Operating the tumble dryer .........................................1 4 Control panel .....................................................1 4 Notes on laundry care ...........................................[...]

Cleaning and care ................................................2 6 Emptying the condensed water container ..............................2 6 Make sure you clean all the filters at the correct intervals. ..................2 7 Cleaning the surfaces of the fluff filters .................................2 8 1. In the door ............................[...]

Electrical connection .............................................4 9 Electrical connection U.K. ...........................................4 9 Consumption data ................................................5 0 Technical data ...................................................5 1 Programming functions ...........................................5[...]

~ 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[...]

~ The tumble dryer can only be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, if they are are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Safety with children ~ Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the tumble[...]

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 frequency) match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. ~ The e[...]

~ The tumble dryer must be isolated from the electricity supply in the event of a fault and during cleaning and maintenance. ~ The tumble dryer must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g. on a ship). ~ Do not make any alterations to the tumble dryer, unless authorised to do so by Miele. ~ Heat pump technology and refrigerant: The heat pump [...]

Correct use ~ To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried in this appliance: – 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[...]

~ To prevent the risk of fire, the following must not be tumble dried: – items which have been cleaned using chemicals (e.g. professional dry-cleaning agents). – fabrics which contain a large proportion of rubber, foam rubber or rubber-like materials. For example, products made from latex foam rubber, shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubberise[...]

~ The tumble dryer must not be used: – without the fluff filters in place or if the fluff filters are damaged in any way. – without the fine filters in place of if the fine filters are damaged in any way. This would cause an excessive build-up of fluff which in turn would cause a fault. ~ After every cycle remove fluff from the surfaces of the [...]

Accessories ~ Only use genuine Miele original spare parts and accessories with this tumble dryer. If non-Miele parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims may be invalidated. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions. Warning and Safety instructions 13[...]

Control panel a Gentle tumble button Delicate fabrics are dried using reduced mechanical action. b Drying level button with indicator lights c Display See next page. d Delay start button This button is used for: - Delaying the start of a programme - Selecting the duration of the timed drying Warm air and Cool air programmes e Buzzer button An audib[...]

The display shows: – Programme duration – Programme stage Drying Cooling down Finish – Check and fault messages The following are also selected via the display: – Duration of the Warm air and Cool air programmes – Delay start You can select a programme and set it to start at a later time. The programme will start automatically once the de[...]

Garment care label symbols Drying q / r Normal/low temperature Drying is carried out at a low temperature in every programme in this dryer, so you do not need to sort your garments according to whether they have the q or r symbol. s Do not tumble dry Ironing I Very hot H Hot G Warm J Do not iron Tips on drying – Always observe the maximum recomme[...]

Brief instructions The headings numbered ( A , B , C ...) show the operating sequence and can be used as a brief guide to using your dryer. 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 conten[...]

D Select a programme ^ Select the programme you want. The indicator for the programme selected will light up. A drying level or extra option indicator may also light up and the duration may also be displayed. Drying level programmes – Cottons, Minimum iron, Delicates, Express, Automatic plus, Denim, Shirts ^ Press the drying level button repeated[...]

F Start the programme The Start/Stop button will flash when a programme is being selected. The flashing indicates that a programme can be started. ^ Press the Start/Stop button. The Start/Stop button will now light up constantly. The Perfect Dry indicator will flash or light up constantly with the sensor controlled drying programmes. It will not co[...]

Extra options The relevant indicator light will come on when the option is selected. Gentle tumble For drying items which can be dried in a tumble dryer but which are particularly susceptible to creasing or which are not suitable for drying with a great deal of mechanical action. When this option is selected, the drum will rotate less frequently. T[...]

Cottons Max. load 7 kg* Extra dry, Normal** Use for Single and multi-layered cotton fabrics such as Towelling, T-shirts, underwear, flannelette bed linen and baby clothes. Notes – Select Extra dry for multi-layered and very thick fabrics. – Do not use Extra dry for loopknit fabrics (e.g. T-shirts, underwear, baby clothes), as they have a tenden[...]

Woollens Max. load 2 kg* Use for Woollen garments. Fabrics containing wool blends. Notes – Woollen garments are fluffed up. – Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished. Silks Max. load 1 kg* Use for Silks (those suitable for drying in a tumble dryer), e.g. blouses and shirts. Notes – Smooths out creasing. – Remove garments as so[...]

Cool air Max. load 7 kg* Use for Any item which only needs airing. Warm air Max. load 7 kg* Use for – Drying voluminous and multi-layered fabrics whose layers have different drying characteristics, e.g. jackets, pillows. – Drying individual items, e.g. bath towels, swimwear, tea-towels. Note – Do not select the longest drying time to start wi[...]

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 the Start/Stop button. The ite[...]

The system lock prevents the dryer being used without your knowledge. It can be activated if wished. The dryer's electronics are then locked. The dryer can still be switched on but a programme cannot be started. – If an attempt is made to start a programme, the indicator light for the Gentle tumble button will come on and a key symbol 0-§ w[...]

Emptying the condensed water container The condensed water will be collected in the condensed water container unless the dryer has been connected for external drainage (see "Installation"). Empty the condensed water container after every drying programme. The Empty container indicator will light up if the maximum level of the condensed wa[...]

This tumble dryer has a multi-stage filter system, consisting of the fluff filters and additional fine filters in the door and the door opening . There is also a fine filter in front of the heat exchanger for added protection. Make sure you clean all the filters at the correct intervals. The filters are located in the following three positions: 1. [...]

Cleaning the surfaces of the fluff filters Hair and fluff on garments are collected by the fluff filters in the door and the door opening. Tip: You can use a vacuum cleaner to remove the fluff. Clean the surfaces of the fluff filters in the door and the door opening after each drying programme. 1. In the door ^ Open the door and pull the fluff filt[...]

Cleaning the fine filters The additional fine filters collect finer fluff, hair and detergent residues which have got through the surfaces of the fluff filters in the door and the door opening. The additional fine filters do not need to be cleaned after each drying programme . – The additional fine filters in the door and in the door opening shou[...]

Removing ^ Place the fluff filter (1) on a flat surface. a Press holder (2) on the filter frame gently inwards until the filter frame disengages from the fluff filter. b Pull filter frame (3) out of the fluff filter by the holder. ^ Remove fine filter (4). Cleaning ^ Clean the fine filter thoroughly under running water. ^ Then squeeze the fine filt[...]

2. Cleaning the fine filters in the door opening Removing ^ Turn dial a until you hear it click. ^ Pull the filter out of the door opening by the dial as shown b . Do the same on the other side. ^ Grasp the fine filter by its holder and pull the fine filter upwards. Cleaning ^ Clean both fine filters thoroughly under running water. ^ Then squeeze t[...]

3. Cleaning the fine filter in front of the heat exchanger unit Removing ^ Use the yellow lever (supplied) to open the access panel. ^ Insert the lever in the middle of the gap and lift it up gently (see arrow) until the panel opens out at the top. ^ Remove the panel. ^ Turn the lever on the inner cover downwards to the vertical position. ^ Pull th[...]

Replacing ^ Insert the fine filter on the handle. ^ Press the stoppers into the openings of the handle (until you feel them click into position). ^ Push the fine filter back into the opening in front of the heat exchanger unit. When replacing the inner cover, ensure that the rubber seal fits correctly into the groove. ^ Replace the cover making sur[...]

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 current local and national sa[...]

Problem Possible cause Remedy The Clean the filters indicator light comes on at the end of the programme. This is a reminder to clean the fine filter in front of the heat exchanger unit under running water. – Clean the fine filter. See "Cleaning and care". To switch off this reminder: – Switch the dryer off and then back on again. –[...]

An unsatisfactory drying result Problem Possible cause Remedy The laundry is not sufficiently dry. The load consisted of different fabrics. – Finish drying using the Warm air programme. – Select a different programme next time *. Items made of synthetic fibres are charged with static electricity after drying. Synthetic fibres tend to attract st[...]

Other problems Problem Possible cause Remedy * The drying process goes on too long or even switches off. Ventilation to and from the dryer may be insufficient, e.g. because it is installed in a room which is too small. This can cause the temperature in the room to rise sharply. – Open a door or window while the dryer is in operation for increased[...]

Problem Possible cause Remedy There are humming noises. The compressor is operating. These noises are quite normal and do not indicate a fault. The programme does not start. 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[...]

Cleaning the cooling fins (bottom right grille) , In general, the cooling fins do not need cleaning. They should only be cleaned if the drying process is taking an exceptionally long time due to a very high level of dust or fluff in the room in which the dryer is installed. Use the yellow lever supplied to open the bottom right grille. ^ Insert the[...]

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 Control panel c Condensed water container d Door e Service panel for heat exchanger unit (for cleaning or replacing the fine filter) f Four height adjustable screw feet g Cool air intake panel h External drainage of condensed water hose (see "External condensed water outlet") Installation 42[...]

Rear view a Protruding lid for holding when moving the dryer (see arrows) b Mains connection cable c Hose for external drainage of condensed water d Accessories for connection to a sink drain outlet Transporting the dryer When moving the dryer, hold it by the lid where it protrudes to the rear. To manoeuvre the dryer out of its packing case to its [...]

Before moving the tumble dryer again (e.g. when moving house) After each use a small quantity of condensed water will collect in the area around the pump. This water can run out if the tumble dryer is tipped up when it is being moved. It is a good idea to run the Cool air programme for approximately 1 minute before moving it. Any remaining condense[...]

– The building-under kit is supplied with its own installation instructions. – N.B. When built under, drying times may be longer. – The electrical socket must be located in an accessible position near the appliance. With niche heights of: – 830-840 mm, longer screw feet* are required. – 870-885 / 915-930 mm, one or two raising kits* are r[...]

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[...]

Load 1 Final spin speed in a domestic washing machine Residual moisture Energy Duration kg rpm % kWh min. Cottons Normal 2 7.0 1000 60 2.00 112 Cottons Normal 7.0 7.0 7.0 7,0 1200 1400 1600 1800 53 50 48 43 1.80 1.70 1.65 1.50 102 97 94 85 Cottons Normal + Gentle tumble 7.0 1000 60 2.10 129 Cottons Hand iron 2 7.0 1000 60 1.55 88 Cottons Hand iron [...]

Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 596 mm Depth with door open 1071 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 69 kg Drum volume 111 l Maximum capacity 7 kg dry weight Capacity of condensed water container approx. 4.2 l D[...]

Altering the residual moisture level in the Cottons programme The tumble dryer is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as possible. However, if you require the laundry to be drier or damper, you can reduce or increase the default residual moisture in the Cottons programme. Follow steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme and store in memory[...]

Altering the residual moisture level in the Minimum iron programme The tumble dryer is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as possible. However, if you require the laundry to be drier or damper, you can reduce or increase the default residual moisture in the Minimum iron programme. Follow steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme and store[...]

Anti-crease Anti-crease helps prevent creasing, if laundry is not normally removed im - mediately after the end of a programme. The anti-crease function – is activated when the tumble dryer is delivered. You can shorten the duration of the anti-crease phase or deactivate it if wished. – is used in all programmes except Wollens . – should be l[...]

Altering the volume of the buzzer The buzzer has two volumes. Follow steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme and store in memory. Before you begin, ensure that: – The tumble dryer is switched off. – The door is closed. A Press the Start/Stop button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B - C . B Switch the dryer on. Wait until the Start/[...]

Altering the residual moisture level in the Automatic plus programme The tumble dryer is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as possible. However, if you require the laundry to be drier or damper, you can reduce or increase the default residual moisture in the Automatic plus programme. Follow steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme and s[...]

Standby To save energy, the display and the programme sequence/check lights go out after 10 minutes and the Start/Stop button starts flashing slowly. To come out of standby mode ^ Turn the programme selector or press a button. Neither will have any effect if a programme is running. On The standby function is activated and the display and programme [...]

Before you begin, ensure that: – The tumble dryer is switched off. – The door is closed. A Press the Start/Stop button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B - C . B Switch the dryer on. Wait until the Start/Stop button lights up constantly ... C . . . and then release the Start/Stop button. D Press the Gentle tumble button five tim[...]

Memory function The electronics will memorise any extra options selected for a programme. The duration selected for the Warm air or Cool air timed drying programmes will also be stored in memory. These settings will be selected automatically the next time the programme is chosen. You can either accept these or change them by pressing the appropriat[...]

Keypad tone An audible tone sounds each time a button is pressed. Follow steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme and store in memory. Before you begin, ensure that: – The tumble dryer is switched off. – The door is closed. A Press the Start/Stop button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B - C . B Switch the dryer on. Wait until the St[...]

Adjusting the dryer's electronics for very soft water , In some areas of the UK, water is extremely soft which can affect the sensitivity of the control electronics. If the dryer is installed in an area of very soft water, you should contact your local water supplier for information and advice regarding water hardness and water conductivity. I[...]

Extending the range of the drying levels You can extend the range of the drying levels for many of the programmes: Machine iron+ (drier than Machine iron). Slightly dry (drier than Hand iron). Normal+ (drier than Normal). This programmable function is only available for programmes with drying levels. Follow steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme and s[...]

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