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Operating instructions

for Washing machine

W 1613

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. 07 217 950

en-GB

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 throwing these

materials away, please ensure they are

offered for recycling.

Disposal of your old appliance

or machine

Electrical and electronic appliances /

machines often contain materials

which, if handled or disposed of

incorrectly, could be potentially

hazardous to human health and to the

environment. They are, however,

essential for the correct functioning of

your appliance or machine. Please do

not therefore dispose of your old

machine or appliance with your

household waste.

Please dispose of it at your local

community waste collection / recycling

centre or contact your Dealer for

advice. Ensure that it presents no

danger to children while being stored

for disposal.

It should be unplugged or disconnected

from the mains electricity supply by a

competent person.

Caring for our environment

Caring for our environment .........................................2

Warning and Safety instructions .....................................6

Operating the washing machine.....................................10

Control panel .....................................................10

Before using for the first time.......................................12

Washing environmentally and economically ..........................13

Energy and water consumption ....................................13

Detergent .....................................................13

How to wash correctly.............................................14

Spinning ........................................................19

Final spin speed ..................................................19

Rinse and interim spin ...........................................19

To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) ..................................19

To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin (No u).................19

Programme chart .................................................20

Extra options ....................................................22

Garment care label symbols ........................................23

Programme sequence .............................................24

Changing the programme sequence .................................26

Cancelling a programme ............................................26

Interrupting a programme ...........................................26

Changing a programme ............................................26

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................27

Safety lock .......................................................27

Contents

Detergent .......................................................28

The correct detergent ..............................................28

Water softener ....................................................29

Washing with several components ....................................29

Fabric conditioners and liquid starch ..................................30

Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry at the

end of a programme .............................................30

Colour run and dye removers / dyes ...................................30

Cleaning and care ................................................31

External casing and fascia panel .....................................31

Extra cleaning ..................................................31

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer...............................31

Descaling the machine .............................................32

Cleaning the water inlet filters ........................................33

Problem solving guide ............................................34

The programme does not start .......................................34

Fault messages in the display ........................................35

General problems .................................................36

An unsatisfactory wash result ........................................37

The drum door does not open when you press the Door button..............38

Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure . 39

Blocked drain outlet .............................................39

After sales service ................................................41

Future updates (PC) .............................................41

Appliance guarantee ............................................41

Optional accessories ............................................41

Installation and connection ........................................42

Front view........................................................42

Rear view ........................................................43

Installation surface.................................................44

Transporting the machine to its installation site ........................44

Removing the transit fittings .........................................44

Re-fitting the transit bars ............................................46

Contents

Levelling the machine ..............................................47

Screwing out and adjusting the feet .................................47

Building under a worktop .........................................48

Washer-dryer stack..............................................48

The Miele water protection system ....................................49

Connection to the water supply .......................................50

Connection to the drainage system....................................51

Electrical connection U.K. ...........................................52

Consumption data ................................................53

Note for test institutes: ...........................................53

Technical data ...................................................54

Programmable functions...........................................56

To access programmable functions .................................56

To select a programmable function .................................56

To alter a programmable function ..................................56

To come out of programmable functions .............................56

Language F......................................................56

Water plus .......................................................57

Gentle action .....................................................57

Suds cooling .....................................................57

Code ...........................................................58

Temperature unit ..................................................59

Buzzer ..........................................................59

Keypad tone .....................................................59

Brightness .......................................................59

Contrast .........................................................59

Standby display ...................................................60

Memory .........................................................60

Anti-crease.......................................................60

Optional accessories..............................................61

CareCollection ....................................................61

Contents

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,

use and maintenance.

Keep these instructions in a safe

place and ensure that new users are

familiar with the content. Pass them

on to any future owner.

Correct application

This washing machine is for

domestic use only and can only be

used to wash items which are specified

by the manufacturer to be

machine-washable on the wash care

label, and textiles composed of

hand-washable wool or wool blend

fabrics as well as satin, lace, silk and

other hand-washable garments.

Any other applications may be

dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable

for damage resulting from incorrect or

improper use or operation.

This washing machine is not

intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities, or lack

of experience and knowledge, unless

they are supervised whilst using it or

have been shown how to use it by a

person responsible for their safety.

Safety with children

Keep children away from the

washing machine at all times. It is not a

toy! To avoid the risk of injury do not

allow children to play on or near it or to

play with its controls. Supervise

children whilst you are using it.

Older children may only use the

washing machine if its operation has

been clearly explained to them and

they are able to use it safely,

recognising the dangers of misuse.

For machines with a 'porthole' door,

remember that the porthole glass will

be hot when washing at very high

temperatures.

Do not let children touch it.

Warning and Safety instructions

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 electrician.

The electrical safety of this washing

machine 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 system should be inspected by a

qualified electrician. The manufacturer

cannot be held liable for the

consequences of an inadequate

earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

Do not connect the washing

machine to the mains electricity supply

by an extension lead. Extension leads

do not guarantee the required safety of

the appliance (e.g. danger of

overheating).

Faulty components must only be

replaced by genuine Miele original

spare parts. Only when these parts are

fitted can the safety standards of the

machine be guaranteed.

Unauthorised repairs could result in

unforeseen dangers for the user, for

which Miele cannot accept liability.

Repairs should only be undertaken by a

Miele approved service technician.

Ensure current is not supplied to the

machine until after maintenance or

repair work has been carried out.

If the connection cable is faulty it

must only be replaced by a Miele

approved service technician to protect

the user from danger.

In the event of a fault or for cleaning

purposes, the washing machine is only

completely isolated from the electricity

supply when:

– it is switched off at the wall socket

and the plug is withdrawn, or

– it is switched off at the mains, or

– the mains fuse is withdrawn, or the

screw-out fuse is removed (in

countries where this is applicable).

This washing machine must only be

connected to the on-site water supply

using a new hose kit. Old hoses must

not be re-used.

In countries where there are areas

which may be subject to infestation by

cockroaches or other vermin, pay

particular attention to keeping the

machine and its surroundings in a

clean condition at all times. Any

damage which may be caused by

cockroaches or other vermin will not be

covered by the guarantee.

Warning and Safety instructions

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.

Do not make any alterations to the

washing machine, unless authorised to

do so by Miele.

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 control unit may be impaired

at temperatures below freezing point.

Before using the washing machine

for the first time, check that the transit

bars at the rear of the machine have

been removed (see section on

"Installation"). During spinning, a transit

bar which is still in place may result in

damage to both the machine and

adjacent furniture or appliances.

Turn off the stopcock if the machine

is to be left for any length of time (e.g.

holiday), especially if there is no floor

drain (gully) in the immediate vicinity.

Flooding danger.

If hooking the drain hose into a wash

basin, check that the water can drain

off quickly enough to prevent the sink

from overflowing. Make sure the drain

hose is secure, so that the force of the

water flowing out of the hose does not

dislodge it.

Take care to ensure that foreign

objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins, paper

clips) do not find their way into the

machine with the laundry. These may

damage components of the machine

(e.g. suds container, drum), which in

turn can result in damage to the

laundry.

If the correct amount of detergent is

dispensed, the machine should not

need to be descaled. If, however, you

do wish to descale the machine only

use proprietary non-corrosive descaling

agents and strictly observe the

instructions on the packaging. A

special descaling agent is available to

order from the Miele Spare Parts

Department or via the internet on

www.miele-shop.com.

Warning and Safety instructions

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 explosion hazard.

Never use solvent based cleaning

agents, e.g. those containing benzene,

to clean the outside surfaces of this

machine. They can cause damage to

plastic surfaces.

Only use dyes specified by the

manufacturer as being suitable for use

in a domestic washing machine. Always

observe the manufacturer's instructions

carefully.

Colour run and dye removers

contain sulphur compounds which can

cause damage such as corrosion. Do

not use these products in this machine.

If liquid detergent comes into

contact with the eyes, rinse them

thoroughly with lukewarm water imme

diately. If swallowed, seek medical

assistance immediately and retain the

packaging or label for reference. Those

with skin problems or sensitive skin

should avoid their skin coming into

contact with liquid detergent.

Only remove laundry from the

washing machine once the drum has

stopped turning. Reaching into a

moving drum is extremely dangerous

and could result in injury.

Accessories

Accessory parts may only be fitted

when expressly approved by Miele. If

other parts are used, guarantee,

performance and product liability

claims will be invalidated.

Miele cannot be held liable for

damage caused by non-compliance

with these Warning and Safety

instructions.

Warning and Safety instructions

Control panel

a Display

See the following page for more

information.

b Temperature button

For selecting a temperature.

c Spin speed button

For selecting the final spin speed or

e (Rinse hold) or deselecting the

spin No u.

d PC / Optical interface

This is used by service technicians

to run diagnostic checks on your

machine and can also be used to

update programming data in the

future.

e Start/Stop button

For starting the programme selected

and cancelling a programme once it

has started.

f Extra option buttons

Various Extra options can be added

to the washing programmes.

g Programme selector

For selecting a programme. The

indicator light next to the selected

programme will come on. The

programme selector can be turned

clockwise or anti-clockwise.

h Door button

Opens the machine door.

i I-On/0-Off button

For switching the machine on or off.

Operating the washing machine

The following are selected via the

display:

– wash temperature

– spin speed

– programmable functions

– cancellation of a programme

– safety lock

The display also shows:

– the programme duration

–

the programme sequence

Programme duration

After the start of a programme, the

estimated programme duration will

appear in the display in hours and

minutes.

During the first 8 minutes the washing

machine measures how much water is

being absorbed by the laundry and

uses this to calculate the load. The

programme duration may be longer or

shorter depending on this absorbency

rate.

Programmable functions

The programmable functions can be

used to tailor washing programmes to

suit your individual requirements. In

programming mode, the display will

show the function selected.

Operating the washing machine

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 to prevent the risk of water

leaks during use.

This washing machine has

undergone a thorough functional test

in the factory and there will be some

residual water in the drum from this

process.

For safety reasons, spinning is not

possible until the machine has been

prepared for using for the first time. To

activate the spinning function you must

run a wash programme without laundry

and without detergent.

Using detergent could result in an

excessive build-up of foam.

This also activates the ball valve. The

ball valve prevents detergent escaping

from the suds container into the sump

during a wash programme, thus making

maximum use of the detergent.

Press the I-On/0-Off button in.

If the washing machine is being

switched on for the first time, the

welcome screen will appear.

The welcome screen will appear in

the display every time the machine is

switched on until a programme

lasting longer than 1 hour has been

completed.

Setting the language

You will be asked to select the

language you require for the display. It

is possible to change the language at

any time via the programmable

functions.

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If the language shown is not the one

you want, select the language you do

want by turning the programme

selector. Confirm your selection by

pressing the Start/Stop button.

Reminder to remove transit bars

To avoid the risk of damage, the

transit bars must be removed before

the machine is used for the first time.

See "Installation and connection" for

instructions on how to do this.

^ After removing the transit bars (if this

has not already been done by your

fitter), press the Start/Stop button.

Running your first programme

Run a Cottons 60°C programme without

any laundry and without detergent.

Open the stopcock.

Press the Start/Stop button.

At the end of the programme switch

the machine off.

The machine is now ready for use.

Before using for the first time

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 onto 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 machine must not be moved

without the transit bars in place.

Store them as shown or keep them

in a safe place for future use. They

must be re-fitted if the machine is to

be moved again (e.g. when moving

house).

Re-fitting the transit bars

Re-fitting is carried out by reversing the

procedure.

Installation and connection

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