Miele T8428C manual

Operating instructions for condenser tumble dryer T 8428 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. 07 220 820 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Operating the tumble dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Control panel ..[...]

After Sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Future updates (PC) ...............................................3 4 Appliance guarantee ...............................................3 4 Optional accessories ...............................................3 4 Installation . . [...]

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 information on its safety, installation, use and[...]

~ The electrical safety of this tumble dryer can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system which complies with current local and national safety regulations. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and regularly tested, and where there is any doubt the household wiring syst[...]

~ The dryer must not be used without the fluff filters in place or if the fluff filters are damaged in any way. ~ 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 install the tumble dryer in a room where there is [...]

~ To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried in this tumble dryer: – fabrics which contain a large proportion of rubber, foam rubber or rubber-like materials. – items which contain damaged padding or fillings (e.g. pillows and jackets). If the filling comes out it could ignite and cause a fire. – items which have be[...]

Control panel a Low temperature button Delicate fabrics are dried at a lower temperature. b Drying level button with indicator lights c Display d Delay start button This button is used for: - Selecting the duration of the Timed drying programmes - Delaying the start of a programme e Buzzer button An audible tone sounds at the end of the programme. [...]

Display The following are selected via the display: – Delay start – Duration of the Cool air and Warm air programmes – Programmable functions The display also shows: – Programme duration – Programme stage Drying Cooling down Finish – Check and fault messages Programme duration / Estimated time remaining When a programme is selected, the[...]

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 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 lamp for the programme selected will light up. A drying level or extra option indicator light may also light up, and the duration may also be displayed. Cottons, Minimum iron, Delicates, Automatic, Shirts, Denim and Outerwear programmes ^ Press the Drying level button repeatedly un[...]

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. Drying will appear in the display and the time remaining will start counting down. Before the end of a programme There i[...]

Low temperature For all delicate or minimum iron fabrics with the r symbol on the care label (e.g. acrylic garments). – The programme duration is longer. – On some programmes Low temperature is a standard part of the programme and so cannot be deselected. Buzzer A buzzer sounds (at intervals for a maximum of 1 hr) to let you know the programme [...]

Cottons Max. load: 6 kg* Extra dry, 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. Low temperature Also sele[...]

Woollens handcare Max. load: 2 kg* Fabric type Woollen fabrics Note – This programme only fluffs up woollen garments. – 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. Low temperature Low temperature cannot be deselected. Silks handcare Max[...]

Automatic Max. load: 3.5 kg* Normal, Hand iron Fabric type Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum iron programmes. Sort according to colour. Shirts Max. load: 2 kg* Normal, Hand iron Fabric type Shirts and blouses. Low temperature Select the Low temperature option for delicate fabrics with the r symbol on the care label. Denim[...]

Changing a programme while it is running 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 a programme ^ Press the Start/Stop button. The items will be cooled down, depending on the temperature reach[...]

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 Low temperature button will come on and a key symbol 0-§[...]

Emptying the condensed water container The condensed water will be collected in the condensed water container unless the appliance has been fitted with a drain hose (see "Installation"). Empty the condensed water container after every drying programme. The Empty out container indicator light will come on if the maximum level of the conden[...]

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 from your Dealer, the Miele Spare Parts Department or 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 [...]

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 indic[...]

^ 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. ^ Remove any soiling still visible inside the housing unit by hand using a damp cloth. Do not try and access areas you cannot reach by hand! ^ Also make sure the rubber seals are clean. [...]

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 s[...]

Problem Possible cause Remedy The Clean out airways indicator light comes on. This indicator light comes on to warn you that the dryer is not working efficiently. Possible cause: The fluff filters are clogged with fluff or with detergent residues. – Cleaning the fluff filters is usually all that is required. However, if the Clean out airways indi[...]

Other problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The drying process goes on too long or even switches off. In some circumstances, the Clean out airways indicator light still comes on, 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 insuffic[...]

Problem Possible cause Remedy Water leaks from the dryer 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 and [...]

Problem Possible cause Remedy The tumble dryer fails to start when switched on. 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 autom[...]

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[...]

In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, or if the appliance is under guarantee, 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[...]

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). Installation 35[...]

Rear view a Protruding lid for holding when moving the appliance (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 Installation site , Make sure the dryer door can be opened without hindrance after installation. Transpo[...]

Levelling the tumble dryer The appliance 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 tumble dryer must not be covered as this would prevent sufficient ventilation for cooling the condenser unit. Room [...]

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 the hose 4 to adapter 1 . ^ Use a screwdriver to tighten hose clip 3 up close to the nut. , Non-return valve 5 has[...]

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 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 3.0 120[...]

Height 850 mm Height for building under 820 mm Width 595 mm Depth 580 mm Depth with door open 1060 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. 3.5 litres Drain hose length 1.5 m Maximum delivery head 1.5 m Max[...]

Programmable functions for changing default settings The programmable functions are used to alter the tumble dryer´s electronics to suit changing requirements. Programmable functions can be altered at any time. 44[...]

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). Hand iron+ (drier than Hand iron). Normal+ (drier than Normal). In addition the Extra dry drying level can be made available for the Delicates and Denim programmes. You can use this programmable[...]

Altering the volume of the buzzer The buzzer has two volumes. Normal The buzzer sounds at the end of a programme (default setting). Loud The buzzer sounds at maximum volume at the end of a programme. Follow steps A to F to programme and store in memory. Before you begin, first ensure that : – The tumble dryer is switched off. – The door is clos[...]

Memory function The electronics will memorise any extra options selected for a programme. The duration selected for the 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 appropriate button. Follow step[...]

Extending the cooling down time The cooling down phase which takes place before the end of a programme can be lengthened if required. This makes the garments easier to handle. The cooling down time – can be extended by 5 minutes or 10 minutes. – is not available for timed drying, smoothing or handcare programmes. Follow steps A to F to programm[...]

Clean out airways indicator Fluff should be removed after drying. The Clean out airways indicator will remind you to clean the filters when a certain amount of fluff has collected in the filters. You can decide at what level of fluff this reminder should be given. You will have an idea of which of the four options to select after a few drying progr[...]

Keypad tone An audible tone sounds each time a button is pressed. Follow steps A to F to programme and store in memory. Before you begin, first 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 Press the I-On/0-Off button in. Wait unti[...]

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 with very soft water, you should contact your local water supplier for information and advice regarding water hardness and water conductivity.[...]

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