Miele 09 276 830 Operations Instructions Page 1

Operating instructionsfor dishwashersTo avoid the risk of accidents ordamage to the appliance, it isessential to read these instructionsas well as the

Installation~The dishwasher must be installedand connected in compliance with thediagram supplied.~The dishwasher must be correctlyaligned to ensure p

~Inadvertently filling the salt reservoirwith powder or liquid dishwasherdetergent will damage the watersoftener. Make sure you have pickedup the corr

Disposal of the packingmaterialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly for disposaland

Energy saving washingThis dishwasher is exceptionallyeconomical in its use of water andelectricity. You can make the most ofyour appliance by followin

To open the doorAt the end of programmes with a dryingphase (see "Programme chart"), thedoor will open automatically a little inorder to hel

DisplayGeneralThe display is used to select or set thefollowing:–the programme–extras–the delay start time– settingsDuring a programme, the displaysho

Basic settings^Switch the dishwasher on with theOn/Off button K.If the dishwasher is being switched onfor the first time, the welcome screenwill appea

Before using the appliance forthe first time, you require:–approx. 1 kg dishwasher salt*,–domestic dishwasher detergent*,–rinse aid* formulated for do

^When filling the salt reservoir onlyopen the door halfway to ensurethat all the salt gets into the reservoir.^ Press the button on the lid of the sal

"Replenish salt" message^Fill the salt reservoir with dishwashersalt for reactivation when theFReplenish salt message appears.(If it appears

Guide to the appliance ...5Appliance overview ...5Control pane

Rinse aidRinse aid is necessary to ensure waterdoes not cling and leave marks oncrockery during the drying phase andhelps crockery dry faster after it

^Add rinse aid only until it is visible inthe opening.The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.110 ml.^ Close the flap firmly so that it clicksinto place.

NoteRemove coarse food residues fromcrockery.There is no need to rinse items underrunning water.,Do not wash items soiled withash, sand, wax, lubricat

Items not suitable fordishwashers:–Wooden cutlery and crockery oritems with wooden parts: these maydiscolour and fade. The glue used inthese items is

Upper basket,For safety reasons, do notoperate the dishwasher without theupper and lower baskets in place(except when running theTall items65 °Cprogra

Jumbo cup rack (depending onmodel)The cup rack can be set at two differentwidths so that it can also accommodatelarge cups.^ Pull the cup rack upwards

Adjusting the upper basketIn order to gain more space for tallerpieces of crockery in the lower or upperbasket, the upper basket can beadjusted on thr

Lower basket^For larger and heavier items such asplates, serving platters, saucepans,bowls, etc.Glasses, cups and small items suchas saucers can also

MultiComfort areaThe rear section of the lower basket isused for washing cups, glasses, plates,pots and pans.^The glass rack can be raised to makemore

Cutlery3D cutlery tray (depending on model)^ Arrange the cutlery in the tray asshown.To make unloading much easier,cutlery should be grouped in zones,

Operation ...31Detergent ...31Adding detergen

Cutlery basket (depending on model)The cutlery basket can be placedanywhere on the front rows of spikes inthe lower basket.^ To avoid the risk of inju

Detergent,Only use detergents formulatedfor domestic dishwashers. Do notuse washing-up liquid.Active ingredientsModern detergents contain variousactiv

,Avoid inhalation of powderdetergents and do not ingestdishwasher detergent. Dishwasherdetergents contain irritant or corrosiveingredients which can c

Switching on^Open the stopcock, if it is closed.^Open the door.^Make sure the spray arms are notobstructed.^Switch the dishwasher on with theOn/Off bu

DisplayThe duration of the programmeselected appears in hours and minutesin the display before the programmebegins. During the programme, thetime left

At the end of the programmeAt the end of a programme, theIn-operation indicator light will bevisible flashing slowly with the doorshut.If the door has

Interrupting a programmeA programme is interrupted as soon asthe door is opened.If the door is closed again, theprogramme will continue from the point

Intensive lower basketThe Intensive lower basket additionalfunction allows you to wash heavilysoiled items in the lower basket whilewashing more delic

Delay startThe start time of a programme can bedelayed, e.g. to benefit from economyrates of electricity. A delay start time ofbetween 30 minutes and

Starting a programme before theDelay start period has elapsed:A programme can be started before theDelay start period has elapsed.Proceed as follows:^

Optional accessories...57Programme chart ...58After sales ser

Check your dishwasher regularly(approx. every4-6months). Thisway faults and problems can beavoided.,The external surfaces of thedishwasher are suscept

Cleaning the control panel anddoor front,Remove any soiling immediately.If this is not done, it might becomeimpossible to remove and couldcause the ex

Checking the filters in thewash cabinetThe filter combination in the base of thewash cabinet retains coarse soil fromthe suds solution, preventing ita

To clean the inside of the filter, the flapmust be opened:^ Press catches a together in thedirection of the arrows as shown, andopen the filter b.^ Ri

Cleaning the spray armsParticles of food can get stuck in thespray arm jets and bearings. The sprayarms should therefore be inspectedand cleaned regul

With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of theappliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put r

Problem Possible cause RemedyThe In-operationindicator is flashingquickly.The buzzer is sounding.One of the followingmessages appears inthe display:Be

Water inlet/drain faultProblem Possible cause RemedyThe In-operationindicator is flashingquickly.The buzzer is sounding.One of the followingmessages a

Problem Possible cause RemedyThe In-operationindicator is flashingquickly.The buzzer issounding.The followingmessage appears inthe display:2 DrainBefo

General problemsProblem Possible cause RemedyThe indicators anddisplay are dark. Onlythe On/Off indicator Kis flashing slowly.The indicators anddispla

Appliance overviewa Upper spray arm (not visible)b Cutlery tray (depending on model)c Upper basketd Middle spray arme Air inlet for drying(depending o

Problem Possible cause RemedyDetergent residue isleft in the dispenser atthe end of aprogramme.The dispenser was stilldamp when detergent wasadded.Mak

NoisesProblem Possible cause RemedyKnocking noise in thewash cabinet.A spray arm is knockingagainst an item in abasket.Interrupt the programme,and rea

Unsatisfactory washing resultProblem Possible cause RemedyThe dishes are notclean.The dishes were not loadedcorrectly.See notes in "Loading thedi

Problem Possible cause RemedyDishes, cutlery andglasses are not dryor are flecked.The amount of rinse aid maybe insufficient, or the rinseaid reservoi

Problem Possible cause RemedyGlassware has abrown or blue tinge,and film cannot bewiped off.This may be caused by thedetergent.Change your detergent.G

Cleaning the water inlet filterA filter is incorporated in the screwconnection of the valve on the waterinlet hose. The filter must be cleanedwhen dir

Cleaning the drain pump andnon-return valveIf the water has not been pumped awayat the end of a programme the drainpump or the non-return valve might

To make the most of your dishwasherOptional accessories for particular purposes are available from your Miele dealer,from the Miele Spare Parts Depart

Crockery Food deposits Action requiredMixed,everyday crockeryAll normalfood depositsThis needs an adaptableprogramme...Shorter duration...Heat-sensiti

Programme DetergentCompartment I2)Compartment II2)Sensor wash–25 mlor1 tab+ TurboQuick wash 40°C–20 mlor1 tab3)Sensor wash gentle–20 mlor1 tabEnergy s

Control panela Displayb Delay start button ,with indicator lightc Turbo button with indicator lightd Intensive lower basket button withindicator light

Programme Programme sequencePre-wash Main wash°CInterim rinse Final rinse°CDrying12Sensor wash Variable programme sequence,sensor controlled adjustmen

Consumption1)Duration1)Electricity WaterColdwaterconnection(15 °C)kWhHotwaterconnection(55 °C)kWhLitres Coldwaterconnection(15 °C)h:minHotwaterconnect

RepairsIn the event of any faults that youcannot remedy yourself, pleasecontact:–Your Miele dealer, or–the Miele Service Department (seeback cover for

Electrical connection U.K.,All electrical work must becarried out by a suitably qualifiedand competent person, inaccordance with current local andnati

The Miele waterproof anti-leaksystemProviding your dishwasher has beeninstalled correctly, the Miele waterproofanti-leak system will protect you fromw

–The water pressure (flow pressure atthe take-off point) must be between30 and 1000 kPa (0.3 and 10 bar).If the water pressure is lower thanthis, the

Drainage–The appliance drainage system isfitted with a non-return valve, whichprevents dirty water from flowingback into the dishwasher via thedrain h

Dishwasher model Standard XXLHeight 80.5 cm(adjustable + 6.5 cm)84.5 cm(adjustable + 6.5 cm)Height of building-inrecessMin. 80.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm) Min. 84

Settings menu for changingstandard settingsTo open the Settings menu^Switch the dishwasher off with theOn/Off button K, if it is switched on.^Press an

Water hardness levelYour dishwasher is fitted with a watersoftener which you need to programmeto the water hardness level in your area.–Your local wat

This appliance conforms to currentsafety requirements. Inappropriateuse can, however, lead to personalinjury and damage to property.To avoid the risk

Rinse aidYou can adjust the rinse aid dosage forbest results.The rinse aid dosage can be set fromapprox. 0-6 ml.The factory default setting is 3 ml.If

Sensor washYou can adjust the Sensor washprogramme so that it will removestubborn soiling in a lightly soiled load.^Select the setting you want, andco

If you only use combinationproducts containing salt and rinseaid in your dishwasher, you canswitch off the reminders to replenishsalt and rinse aid so

Longer dryingThe fan runs for longer at the end of aprogramme to improve the dryingresult. The Longer drying function is notavailable for every progra

Showroom programmeThis programme is for demonstrationuse only.–Demo with sound:This programme activates the pumpsto demonstrate the sound of thedishwa

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~Keep children away fromdetergents. Dishwasher detergentscontain irritant and corrosiveingredients which can cause burning inthe mouth, nose and throa

~The appliance must not be used in anon-stationary location (e.g. on a ship).~Do not install the dishwasher in aroom where there is a risk of frost.Fr