Operating instructionsfor dishwashersIt is essential to read theseoperating instructions beforeQinstalling or using the machine, to avoid the risk of
Energy saving washingThese dishwashers are exceptionally ef-ficient in their use of water and elec-tricity. You can make the most of yourappliance by
Before using for the first timeBefore using for the first time pleasenote the following points:See the relevant chapters for detailedinformation on th
It is important to choose the correctprogrammeThe NORMAL programme and theUNIVERSAL programmes are ideallysuited to everyday loads. See the pro-gramm
Opening and closing the doorTo open the doorPull on the handle.If the door is opened during operationall functions are automatically inter-rupted.Note
Water softenerTo avoid the build-up of calcium de-posits on crockery and cutlery, and inthe dishwasher the water needs to besoftened.To ensure a stead
The water softener unit has been set atthe factory for a water hardness of 310 - 400 mg/l (17 °d - 22 °d Germanscale). If the water is harder or softe
Programming the water sof-tenerThe programme touch pads are usedto programme the water softener. It ispossible to enter two separate valuesfor water h
Press touch pad c to be able to enterdata. The indicator light c goes out.Indicator lights b, e and f also goout if previously on, and the corre-spond
Setting the water hardnesslevel selector in the washcabinetThe water hardness selector is set atsetting 6 in the factory. It is only necess-ary to res
Filling the salt reservoirPlease only use special coarse graineddishwasher salt for reactivation, asother salts may contain insoluble addi-tives which
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Salt indicatorWhen the salt reservoir is empty the in-dicator light k comes on. The reservoirshould be refilled with dishwasher saltfor reactivation.A
Adding rinse aidRinse aid is necessary to ensure thatwater does not cling and leave markson crockery during the drying phase.Rinse aid is poured into
Add rinse aid only until it is visible onthe surface of the filter in the open-ing.Close the flap firmly.The flap must audibly engage, other-wise wate
Loading the dishwasherImportantLoad the crockery so that water willcome into contact with all surfaces.This ensures that they will beproperly cleaned.
Loading examplesBottom basketLarger and heavier items such asplates, serving platters, saucepans,bowls. Depending on the dishwashermodel glasses may o
Upper basketSmall, lightweight, delicate items suchas cups, saucers, glasses, dessertbowls, etc. and also heat sensitive plas-tic ware.Note for “Top S
CutleryDishwasher with cutlery basketUnsorted cutlery should be placed inthe cutlery basket, handles facingdownwards.You may, however, prefer to place
Spoon inserts for cutlery basketUse the inserts supplied when washingheavily soiled spoons, e.g. tablespoonsand serving spoons.The inserts separate th
Dishwasher with cutlery tray(SC models)For best results cutlery should begrouped in zones, one for knives, onefor forks, one for spoons etc. Thismake
Flap up racksCan either be used for a second row ofcups or raised upwards to make roomfor tall items.Positioning rail(standard feature depending on mo
ContentsGuide to the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Warning and Safety instruc
Adjusting the upper basket(depending on model)In order to gain more space for tallerpieces of crockery in the bottom orupper basket, the upper basket
Items not suitable for dishwashers– cutlery with wooden or horn handles,– wooden or plastic chopping boards,– glued items, e.g. old knives withhandles
Adding detergentOnly use detergents formulated fordomestic dishwashers. Do not usewashing up liquid.Please noteDishwasher detergents contain irri-tan
Preventive measures:1. If you wish to continue using the newchlorine and phosphate-free pro-ducts, the following is recommended:– Try out an environme
For information:Compartment I takes max. 25 ml, Com-partment II max. 80 ml. There are hori-zontal markers to assist withdispensing in compartment II,
Choosing a programmeChoose your programme according tothe type of load and how dirty it is.In most cases this will be the NORMALprogramme or one of t
Programme chartProgramme When to use DetergentA1)B2)Compart-mentI(Pre-wash)Compart-mentII(Washcycle)Compart-mentII(Washcycle)Normal and Universal Prog
Programme cycle Consumption TimeEnergy kWh Water Minutes (approx.)Pre-wash MainwashInterim-rinseFinalrinseDrying-phaseWater cold(15 °C)Waterhot (5
Switching on and offSwitching onOpen the door.Open the stopcock (if it is closed).Press the "I" (On) touch pad (20).The "On" indic
Programme interruptionA programme is interrupted as soon asthe door is opened. If the door is closed again the pro-gramme will continue from the posit
Guide to the applianceView of the machineControl panel (12)Guide to the appliance4
Remove loadHot crockery will chip and break moreeasily.After switching off let it cool down inthe dishwasher until it is comfortableenough to handle,
Additional options and functionsTop Solo (18)(for small amounts of crockery)With this option the majority of thewater is directed only to the top andm
Switching off drying heatIn all wash programmes a heater ele-ment helps with drying.The drying heat can be switched off,shortening the length of the w
Press touch pad b The indicator lightb lights up. Drying heat is nowswitched off.Press touch pad 2, the 2 indicatorlights up and the k indicatorflashe
Switching off the buzzerA buzzer sounds to indicate the end ofthe rinse programme. You can switchthis buzzer off.To switch off the buzzer proceed asfo
Cleaning and careCleaning the filters in the wash cabinetThe dishwasher must not be usedwithout all the filters in place!The filter combination in the
Turn the filter combination over andopen the coarse filter by pulling backon the locking device. Clean the coarse filter under runningwater, using a b
Cleaning the spray armsParticles of food can get stuck in thespray arm jets.The spray arms should be inspectedand cleaned regularly (approx. every 6mo
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valveIf water has not been pumped away atthe end of a programme the drainpump or the non-return valve might be
Cleaning the filter in the waterinletA filter is incorporated in the screw con-nection of the valve on the water inlethose. The filter must be cleaned
1 Upper spray arm (not visible) 2 Cutlery tray 3 Upper basket 4 Water duct for middle spray arm 5 Middle spray arm 6 Water hardness selector 7 Lowe
Cleaning the wash cabinetIn general the wash cabinet is self-cleaning, provided that the correctamount of dishwasher detergent isused.If however there
Problem solving guideWith the aid of the following explana-tory notes, minor faults can be cor-rected without contacting the Miele Ser-vice Department
White residue on cutlery and crockery– No salt in the salt reservoir.Fill the salt reservoir with dish-washer salt for reactivation - see section on &
After Sales ServiceAfter sales serviceShould you still have any difficulties,or if the appliance is under guaran-tee please contact:– your Miele Deale
Special accessoriesBottle holder(depending on model)The bottle holder (e.g. for milk or babybottles) can be used in the bottom bas-ket.To achieve good
Comparison tests Dishwasher G 673 and G 673 SC (see data plate for model number)Test standard: IEC 436 / DIN 44990 / prEN 50242Amount washed: 12 place
Dishwashers with cutlery tray (G 673 SC)Upper basketCutlery trayBottom basketComparison tests 56
Dishwasher G 679 and G 679 SC (see data plate for model number)Test standard: IEC 436 / DIN 44990 / prEN 50242Amount washed: 12 place settingsProgramm
Dishwashers with cutlery tray (G 679 SC)Upper basketCutlery trayBottom basketComparison tests 58
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Warning and safety instructionsThis appliance conforms to currentsafety requirements. Inappropriateuse can however lead to personalinjury and damage
ContentsInstalling the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 611. Fit worktop protection (“n
InstallationThese fully integrated dishwashers arespecially designed for building into afitted kitchen.The front can be fitted with a base unitfront t
1.Fit worktop protectionA stainless steel “niro” coverplate issupplied with the machine to protectthe underside of the worktop againststeam rising fro
2.Building the dishwasher into a nicheConnection to water and drainageshould be sited beside and not behindthe dishwasher for accessibility. Con-nect
The slides make installation of the dish-washer easier and protect the floorfrom possible damage when movingthe appliance into and out of the re-cess.
IAdjust the rear screw feet to the re-quired height.Higher = turn clockwiseLower = turn anti-clockwiseSeveral turns are needed to adjust 1mm in height
3.Fitting the matching doorfrontThe front of the dishwasher needs tobe fitted with a base unit front to matchthe kitchen furniture. This door frontmay
The weight of the door front will af-fect the functioning of the doorsprings. After fitting it is essential forthis to be checked out. See Step 6.The
Opening the door when the fixingbracket has been taken off:Insert your finger into the T-shapedopening of the door opener and pullthe door open.Dimens
There are notches on the fixingbracket, marked at A in the illustration.Lay the fixing bracket on the rear ofthe door front, using dimension “X”for th
Dishwasher detergents contain irri-tant or corrosive ingredients. Theycan cause burning in the mouth andthroat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing.Kee
Fitting the door frontThe door front is correctly fitted when:– the lower lugs of the fixing bracketrest firmly in the lower slits of thedishwasher ou
Press the door front against the dish-washer outer door panel.At the same time slide the prongs ofthe fixing bracket over the sprungbolts and press in
4. Adjusting the door frontWhen fitted the door front can be ad-justed up to a maximum of 2 mm up-wards or downwards to match adjoin-ing base unit fro
6. Adjusting the door springsThe door springs are correctly adjustedwhen a half opened door (approx. 45°opening angle) remains in this positionwhen re
7. Level and secure the dishwasherTo ensure the stability of the dish-washer it must be screwed to the con-tinuous worktop after it has been posi-tion
Screw the countersunk screws (3.9 x22) upwards through the securingpieces on the left and right handsides into the work surface to securethe dishwashe
8.Matching the plinth facia of a kitchen runThe plinth area of the dishwasher is nor-mally covered with a plinth run match-ing the kitchen furniture.T
Electrical connectionPlease follow the installation instruc-tions carefully.This dishwasher is supplied readyfor connection to an a.c. singlephase sup
Non rewireable plugs BS 1363If this machine or appliance is fittedwith a non-rewireable plug, the follow-ing information applies:If the socket outlets
PlumbingConnection to the water inletWater in the dishwasher must notbe used as drinking water.The dishwasher may be connected toa cold or hot water s
The Miele Waterproof System of-fers protection from water damage,provided the following conditions aremet:– the dishwasher is correctly installedand p
There must be a distance of atleast 20 cm between the floor andthe bottom of the “Waterproof valve”box, for either vertical or horizontalinstallation.
DrainageThe machine drainage system isfitted with a non-return valve, whichprevents dirty water from flowingback into the machine via the drainhose. T
Technical DataHeight 82 cm (adjustable + 5.0 cm)Width 59.8 cmWidth of building in recess 60 cmDepth 57cm Depth with door open 115.5 cm Weight approx.
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Caring for the environmentDisposal of the packing materialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materialswhich are environmentall
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