Operating InstructionsSteam Ironing SystemTo prevent accidents and appliance damage, read these instructionsbefore installation or use.en-US,CA M.-Nr.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS10 The steam ironing system must not be used in a non-stationary lo-cation (e.g. on a ship).Correct use Emitted steam,
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS11 Do not use solely demineralized water (e.g. distilled, battery wa-ter) to fill the water container. This could cause
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS12 Do not use the residual water container to store accessories orsimilar items. The residual water container should be
Product description13aIroning boardbIron with steam hosecSteam hose holderdHandleeWater containerfTowergResidual water containerhStorage compartment (
Product description14ToweraRotary dial for height adjustmentand dismantling the appliancebIron resting surfacecSteam connectionTower (top view) with o
Product description15Control panel on towerhOn/Off buttonSwitches the steam ironing systemon or off.iDisplayDisplays messages and instructionsfor th
Transport16The steam ironing system is fitted withtwo wheels. This allows the applianceto be pulled across an even surfacewhen folded up. Hold the st
Assembly17 Take the steam ironing system to itsset up location. Use one hand to pull the releasemechanism upwards.This releases the locking mechanis
Assembly18The steam ironing system is now as-sembled. This is its lowest working po-sition of approx. 32¾" (83cm) high.Adjusting the heightThe
Assembly19 At the same time, pull the handle onthe tower upwards with the otherhand up or press the handle down.Do not push down on the ironingboard
Caring for the environment2Disposal of the packing mate-rialThe cardboard box and packing materi-als protect the appliance during ship-ping. They have
Connection20Plug in the power cordThe steam ironing system is designedfor the connection to a properly in-stalled grounded socket for AC120V,15A, 6
Connection21Removing the iron and thesteam hose holder Open the lid of the storage compart-ment (upper) on the tower. Take out the iron and the stea
Connection22 Guide the steam hose on the rubberring into the steam hose holder.Ensure the steam hose fits tightlyand is not twisted. Always place th
Initial commissioning23 Before using the steam ironing sys-tem for the first time, remove allpackaging (e.g., the protective foilfrom the tower).Dete
Initial commissioning24Before using for the first time The following steps must be carriedout before using the appliance for thefirst time:Switch on
Initial commissioning25Setting the water hardness levelSet waterhardness...Before the water hardness can be set,the display message Set water hard-
Initial commissioning26The steam ironing system is now setup for useThis completes the settings for usingthe appliance for the first time. Themessage
Switching on the appliance27Switching on the steam ironingsystem Press the button on the controlpanel of the tower to turn on thesteam ironing syst
Switching on the appliance28Filling the water containerIf the water container is empty or notinstalled in the tower, the messageInsert or refill the
Switching on the appliance29Steam operationReadyAfter inserting the water container, waituntil the steam ironing system is readyto use steam. This is
Contents3Caring for the environment ... 2IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Switching on the appliance30Selecting the ironing tempera-ture➨Use the temperature selector on theiron to set the ironing temperature.When selecting t
Switching on the appliance31Care label(on the garment)Ironing with steam for best re-sults(Material / Temperature setting)Ironing without steam(Materi
Switching on the appliance32CoolDown functionIron switched offThe heating of the iron switches off au-tomatically if the iron is not moved forlonger
Ironing33IronDepending on the model, your steamironing system has one of the followingirons:Steam ironing system B3312:a"Steam" button bSl
Ironing34Ironing with steamThe steam of your ironing system isready to be used if the Ready isshown in the display. The burst ofsteam is controlled
Ironing35Ironing without steam Remove the water container from thesteam ironing system if you wouldlike to iron without steam.This will not heat the
Ironing36Removing the non-stick soleplate Hold the handle of the iron. The non-stick soleplate is stillvery hot after ironing!Avoid direct contact w
Ironing37Memory functionThe memory function saves the fan di-rection and the power setting used lastwith your steam ironing system. Whenyou use the ap
Steamer38The B 3847 steam ironing system isequipped with a steamer in addition tothe iron. The steamer is available asan optional accessory for the B
Steamer39Attaching the steamer to the steamconnection Pull back the slider located on theside of the steam hose plug. Insert the steam hose plug int
Contents4Active iron board ... 36Suction function ...
Steamer40Using the steamer Danger of burning due to hotsteam!Never direct the steam or the steamjets at people, animals or electricalappliances of an
Steamer41Brush attachmentThe steamer comes with a brush at-tachment which can be clipped on. Thebrush attachment helps to raise thefibers.You can hold
Switching off42 To switch off the steam system, pressthe button on the control panel.The illuminated button goes out.The steam system is now swit
Dismantling43Set the ironing board at itslowest working heightTo dismantle the steam ironing sys-tem, the ironing board must first beplaced at its low
Dismantling44Folding the ironing board Turn one of the two rotary dials to the position as far as it will go.The ironing board is now unlocked. Rel
Dismantling45Disconnecting the steam hoseDo not pull on the steam hose!Hold the plug at the end of the steamhose. The plug may still be warm im-mediat
Dismantling46Emptying the water containerEmpty the water container if thesteam ironing system will not beused for a long period of time. Remove the w
Cleaning and care47Automatic rinsingThe automatic rinse function clearsthe steam generator of mineral de-posits from the evaporated water.After approx
Cleaning and care48The residual water container is dish-washer-safe or can be washed byhand using warm water and a littlewashing-up liquid.Make sure t
Cleaning and care49Descaling warningDescale soon will appear in the dis-play the next time you switch the steamironing system on if there are only a
Contents5Cleaning the water filter... 59Disconnect the power su
Cleaning and care50Starting the descaling process earlyReady With the steam ironing systemswitched on, press the button onthe control panel.The se
Cleaning and care51Fill water container to mark Hold the water container by its han-dle. Pull the handle down.The water container is released from
Cleaning and care52Add descaler Press the OKbutton to display thenext process step.The message Insert water cont. isnow shown in the display.In
Cleaning and care53Empty drawerThis message may be displayed afterinserting the water container with thedescaling tablet. If you do not see thismess
Cleaning and care54Rinse water container and fill tothe mark Pull the residual water container outof the tower.As long as the water container is no
Cleaning and care55DescaleAfter an activation period of approx.1hour, the descaling solution is drainedfrom the steam generator into the resid-ual
Cleaning and care56Rinsing the soleplateThe iron must not be warm from pre-vious use.Let the iron cool down for at least60minutes before rinsing the
Cleaning and care57 Now set the temperature selector onthe iron to the highest temperaturesettingLinen/Cotton.The indicator light on the temperature
Cleaning and care58 To avoid damaging the surface of thesoleplate, do not use the followingfor cleaning:– abrasive cleaning agents (e.g., pow-der cle
Cleaning and care59 Wash and dry the ironing board coveraccording to the care label or replacethe cover if it is damaged.Never use the steam ironing
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS6READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USEThis steam ironing system complies with all specified safety re-quirements. Inappropriat
Cleaning and care60Removing the water filter cover Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to re-move the screw of the water filtercover. Pull the water fil
Cleaning and care61Pull out water filter Push the round tool on the water filtercover onto the water filter fromabove.The round retainer tool will cl
Cleaning and care62 Use a Phillips-head screwdriver totighten the screw.Inserting the water container Replace the water container in the re-tainer i
Optional accessories63Miele appliances are designed toachieve the best possible results and toprovide uncompromising satisfactionfor as long as possib
Optional accessories64SteamerThe steamer makes ironing hanging tex-tiles easier, e.g. dresses and jackets. Itcomes with a removable brush attach-ment
Frequently asked questions65Most faults can be resolved by yourself. In many cases this will save you time andmoney because you won't need to boo
Frequently asked questions66Problem solving guideProblem Possible cause and solutionThe steam ironing sys-tem cannot be switchedon.The appliance does
Frequently asked questions67Problem Possible cause and solutionThe ironing board can-not be set in the finalposition during assem-bly or dismantling.T
Frequently asked questions68Problem Possible cause and solutionThe iron does not heatup.The appliance is switched off. Use the button on the contro
Frequently asked questions69Problem Possible cause and solutionThe temperature of theiron is always high.There is a fault. Contact Miele.The cover of
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS7Safety with children Children must be kept away from the appliance unless they aresupervised. Children must be supervi
Frequently asked questions70Problem Possible cause and solutionThe steam function onthe iron or the steameris not working.The steam ironing system is
Frequently asked questions71Display messagesMessage Possible cause and solution Drain valve closing When the steam ironing system was switched on, t
Frequently asked questions72Message Possible cause and solution Intake fault, BoilerSwitch Off/OnThere is a fault with the steam system. Press the
Frequently asked questions73Message Possible cause and solution Boiler fault, coldSwitch Off/OnThere is a fault with the steam ironing system. Pres
Frequently asked questions74Message Possible cause and solutionFault codes:F38: ELP/EW/LNGF44F45: LNGF47There is an internal fault. Press the butto
Technical service75After sales serviceIn the event of a fault that you cannotcorrect yourself, please contact– Your Miele dealeror– Miele Technical Se
Electrical connection76Verify that the voltage, load and cir-cuit rating information found on thedata plate match the household elec-trical supply. Th
Technical data77Dimensions, folded (HxWxD) 50 ³/₈" x 18 ¹/₂" x 14 ⁹/₁₆" (1280 x 470 x 370 mm)Assembled dimensions (HxWxD) 38 ³/
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS8Technical safety Before setting up the steam ironing system, inspect it visually forany external damage. Do not use a d
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS9 The electrical safety of this steam ironing system can only beguaranteed if it is grounded properly. It is essential t
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