Miele 21422837USA Operations Instructions

Operating InstructionsDishwasherTo prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions be-fore installation or use.en-US M.-Nr. 10 014 060HG

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS10Proper installation The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliancewith the installation plan. Be caref

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS11Proper use Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion! Do not inhale or ingest powder detergent. Dish

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS12 In an appliance with a cutlery basket (depending on model), cut-lery is cleaned and dried more efficiently if placed

Guide to the dishwasher13Appliance overviewaUpper spray arm (not visible)bCutlery tray (depending on model)cUpper basketdMiddle spray armeAir intake f

Guide to the dishwasher14Control panelaProgram selectionbTime displaycCheck/Refill indicatorsdStart/Stop button with indicator lighteDelay Start butto

Caring for the environment15Disposal of packaging materialThe cardboard box and packaging pro-tect the appliance during shipping.These materials are b

Before using for the first time16Opening the door To open the door, reach under thedoor grip and pull.If the door is opened during operation,all func

Before using for the first time17Before using the appliance forthe first time, you require:– Domestic dishwasher detergent– Rinse aid formulated for d

Before using for the first time18 Add rinse aid only until it is visible inthe opening.The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.3.7 oz. (110 ml). Close

Before using for the first time19Setting the rinse aid dosageYou can adjust the rinse aid dosage forbest results.The rinse aid dosage is set in stages

Contents2IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 4Guide to the dishwasher...

Loading the dishwasher20TipsRemove coarse food residues from thedishes.There is no need to rinse items underrunning water! Do not wash items soiled w

Loading the dishwasher21Items not recommended for dish-washing– Wooden cutlery, cutting boards anddishes or items with wooden parts– Craft items, anti

Loading the dishwasher22Loading examplesLoading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery trayUpper basketLower basketCutlery tray (depending on mod

Loading the dishwasher23Loading for 16 standard place settings with cutlery trayUpper basket Lower basketCutlery tray (depending on model)

Loading the dishwasher24Loading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery basketUpper basketLower basketCutlery basket

Loading the dishwasher25Loading for 13 standard place settings with cutlery basketUpper basketLower basketCutlery basket

Loading the dishwasher26Upper basket For safety reasons, do not oper-ate the dishwasher without the upperand lower baskets in place (exceptwhen runni

Loading the dishwasher27Adjusting the upper basketIn order to gain more space for talleritems the upper basket can be adjustedon three levels with 3/4

Loading the dishwasher28Lower basket For larger and heavier items such asplates, serving platters, saucepans,bowls, etc.Glasses, cups and small items

Loading the dishwasher29CutleryCutlery tray (depending on model) Arrange the cutlery in the tray asshown.To make unloading much easier, cutleryshould

Contents3Options ... 38Short...

Loading the dishwasher30Cutlery basket (depending on model)The cutlery basket can be placed any-where on the front rows of spikes in thelower basket.

Operation31Detergent Only use detergents formulatedfor domestic dishwashers.Refer to the manufacturer's packagingas to whether Tab products are

Operation32Adding detergent Press the opening catch on the deter-gent dispenser. The flap will springopen.The flap is always open at the end of aprog

Operation33Turning on Make sure the spray arms are not ob-structed. Close the door. Turn on the water supply if it is turnedoff. Turn the dishwash

Operation34Starting a programThe dishwasher can be started only ifthe door is closed. Press the Start/Stop button.The program will begin.The Start/St

Operation35Energy managementTo save energy, the dishwasher willswitch off automatically 10minutes af-ter the last time a button has beenpressed or 10

Operation36Turning offAt the end of a program: Switch the dishwasher off using the button.Turning the dishwasher off during a pro-gram interrupts th

Operation37Interrupting a programA program will be interrupted as soonas the door is opened. Close the door and press the Start/Stop button.The progr

Options38ShortThe Short option reduces the durationof programs in which this option isavailable.In order to achieve optimum cleaningresults, consumpti

Options39Turning off the refill indicatorIf you consistently use a Tab detergent,you can deactivate the refill indicator ifyou wish. Turn the dishwas

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS4This dishwasher complies with current safety requirements. Inap-propriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and

Options40Delay StartYou can set the start time for a pro-gram. The start time can be delayed be-tween 30 minutes and 24 hours. The delay period is sho

Options41If Optimize Standby is switched on(see "Options - Optimize Standby"),the display will go out after a few min-utes, leaving just the

Options42Optimize Standby"Optimize Standby" is activated by de-fault.To save energy, the dishwasher willswitch off automatically a few minut

Options43Factory default settingsIf you have altered any settings from thefactory default, you can reset themback to the factory default settings asfo

Program overview44Program When to use Program sequencePre-washMainwashInterimrinseFinalrinseDryingNormal Program for regular use tocompletely wash a f

Cleaning and care45Check and clean your dishwasherregularly. This will help avoid prob-lems and faults. All surfaces are susceptible toscratching.Con

Cleaning and care46Cleaning the door front If soiling remains longer, it mayhappen that the surfaces can be-come discolored or changed.Remove any soi

Cleaning and care47Filter systemThe filter system in the base of thewash cabinet prevents food from beingredeposited on dishes. It also protectsthe ci

Cleaning and care48To clean the inside of the filter, the flapmust be opened: Press catches  together in the di-rection of the arrows as shown, ando

Cleaning and care49Cleaning the spray armsParticles of food can get stuck in thespray arm jets and bearings. The sprayarms should therefore be inspect

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS5Correct use This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households andsimilar residential environments. This dishw

Frequently Asked Questions50With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of the appli-ance, some of which may result from inc

Frequently Asked Questions51Problem Possible cause and solutionThe Intake/Drain andRinse Aid indicatorlights are flashing at thesame time.Fault number

Frequently Asked Questions52Water intake faultProblem Possible cause and solutionThe Intake/Drain indica-tor flashes on and off.The water supply is tu

Frequently Asked Questions53Water drainage faultProblem Possible cause and solutionThe dishwasher stopsduring a program.The Intake/Drain indica-tor fl

Frequently Asked Questions54General problemsProblem Possible cause and solutionThe indicator lights andtime display are dark.The dishwasher has switch

Frequently Asked Questions55NoisesProblem Possible cause and solutionThere is a knockingnoise in the wash cabi-net.A spray arm is hitting the dishes.

Frequently Asked Questions56Poor cleaning resultsProblem Possible cause and solutionThe dishes are notclean.The dishes were not loaded correctly. See

Frequently Asked Questions57Problem Possible cause and solutionDishes is not dry or cut-lery and glasses arespotty.The rinse aid dosage is set too low

Frequently Asked Questions58Problem Possible cause and solutionThere are rust stains onthe cutlery.The affected items are not corrosion resistant. Th

Frequently asked questions59Cleaning the drain pump andnon-return valveIf the water has not been pumped awayat the end of a program, the drain pumpor

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS6Safety with children Children must be kept away from the appliance unless they areconstantly supervised. Children shou

Customer service60RepairsFor problems that you cannot resolveon your own, please contact:– your Miele dealer or– Miele ServiceThe telephone number for

Optional accessories61Dishwasher detergent and rinse aid, aswell as cleaning and care products, areavailable as optional accessories.All the products

Optional accessories62Dishwasher care productsMiele cleaning and care products pro-vide optimum care for your dishwasher.Dishwasher cleaner– Cleans th

63Installation InstructionsPlease refer to the Installation Diagram supplied with these instructions.To comply with IEC sound testing protocols, pleas

Electrical connection64Installation, repairs and other workby unqualified persons could be dan-gerous.Check that the voltage, frequencyand fuse rating

Electrical connection65Hardwired electrical connectionIt is possible to hardwire this applianceto an existing power cable.CAUTION: Before servicing, d

Water connection66Water intake Water in the dishwasher mustnot be used as drinking water.– The dishwasher may be connected toa cold or hot water supp

Water connection67Drainage– The machine comes equipped with abuilt-in non-return valve on the dis-charge side to prevent waste waterfrom flowing back

Sound emission testing68Prerequisites for sound emission testsLoad the dishwasher with 16 standard place settings and use the Normal pro-gram.Setup fo

Sound emission testing69 Push the provided fleece strips (depending on model) under the toe-kick until itis flush with the appliance feet . Push th

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS7Technical safety Installation, repair, and maintenance work should only be per-formed by a Miele-authorized service tec

Sound emission testing70 Remove the protective film from the provided insulating strip (depending onmodel) . Push the insulating strip into the fro

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS8 To avoid the risk of damage to the dishwasher, make sure that theconnection data on the data plate (fuse rating, volta

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS9 A damaged appliance could be dangerous. If the dishwasher getsdamaged, turn off the electrical supply and contact Miel