Miele 13384721USA Operations Manual Page 1

Operating InstructionsSteam Ironing SystemTo prevent accidents and appliance damage, read these instructionsbefore installation or use.en - US, CA M.-

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS10 Only use the steam ironing system when all removable outer pan-els are installed so that it is not possible to touch

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS11 Use caution when the appliance is heated, if you come in contactwith the soleplate of the iron or the steamer jets yo

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS12 While descaling the system, the iron or the steamer must not beconnected to the steam ironing system. The appliance c

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 buttonSwitches 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" (83 cm) high.Adjusting the heightThe s

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 AC120V,15A, 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

Before first use23 Before using the steam ironing sys-tem for the first time, remove allpackaging (e.g., the protective foilfrom the tower).Determini

Before first use24Before using for the first time The following steps must be carriedout before using the appliance for thefirst time:Switch on the s

Before first use25Setting the water hardness levelSet waterhardness...Before the water hardness can be set,the display message Set water hard-ness.

Before first use26The steam ironing system is now setup for useThis completes the settings for usingthe appliance for the first time. Themessage Ini

Switching on the appliance27Switch on the steam ironingsystem Press the  button on the controlpanel of the tower to turn on thesteam ironing system.

Switching on the appliance28Filling the water containerIf the water container is empty or notinstalled in the tower, the messageInsert or refill the

Switching on the appliance29Steam operationReadyAfter 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.The temperature

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 FunctionIron switched offThe iron will switch off automatically, ifit has not been moved for more than3minutes.

Ironing33IronDepending on the model, your steamironing system has one of the followingirons:Steam ironing system B3312: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 warningDescale 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... 58Disconnect the power su

Cleaning and care50Starting the descaling process earlyReady If the steam ironing system is stillswitched on, press the button onthe control panel

Cleaning and care51Fill water container to the mark Hold the water container by its han-dle. Pull the handle down.The water container is released

Cleaning and care52Add descaler Press the OKbutton to display thenext process step.The message Insert water cont. isnow shown in the display.In

Cleaning and care53Empty drawerThis message may be displayed afterinserting the water container with thedescaling tablet. If you do not see thismess

Cleaning and care54Rinse water container and fill tothe mark Pull the residual water container outof the tower.As long as the water container is no

Cleaning and care55DescaleAfter an activation period of approx.1hour, the descaling solution is drainedfrom the steam generator into the resid-ual

Cleaning and care56Cleaning the housing Before cleaning the casing, thepower cord must be removed fromthe wall socket!Depending on the level of soili

Cleaning and care57Cleaning or replacing the iron-ing board coverIf the ironing board cover is soiled, youcan wash and dry it. If the ironingboard cov

Cleaning and care58Cleaning the water filterThe water filter prevents foreign ob-jects in the water from entering thesteam ironing system and causingd

Cleaning and care59Removing the sealing ring Use the hook on the water filter coverto pull the sealing ring up and out ofthe right-hand socket.Please

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS6READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USEThis steam ironing system complies with all specified safety re-quirements. Inappropriat

Cleaning and care60Inserting the water filter Position the water filter with the smallseal facing downwards. Press the water filter fully into theri

Optional accessories61Miele appliances are designed toachieve the best possible results and toprovide uncompromising satisfactionfor as long as possib

Optional accessories62SteamerThe steamer makes ironing hanging tex-tiles easier, e.g. dresses and jackets. Itcomes with a removable brush attach-ment

Frequently asked questions63With the help of the following notes minor faults in the performance of the appli-ance, some of which may result from inco

Frequently asked questions64Problem solving guideProblem Possible cause and solutionThe steam ironing sys-tem cannot be switchedon.The appliance does

Frequently asked questions65Problem Possible cause and solutionThe ironing board can-not be set in the finalposition during assem-bly or dismantling.T

Frequently asked questions66Problem Possible cause and solutionThe iron does not heatup.The appliance is switched off. Use the  button on the contro

Frequently asked questions67Problem Possible cause and solutionThe temperature of theiron is always high.There is a fault. Contact Miele.The cover of

Frequently asked questions68Problem Possible cause and solutionThe steam function onthe iron or the steameris not working.The steam ironing system is

Frequently asked questions69Display messagesProblem Possible cause and solutionMessage in the display:Drain valve closingWhen the steam ironing syst

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 solutionMessage in the display:Intake fault, BoilerSwitch Off/OnThere is a fault. Press the

Frequently asked questions71Problem Possible cause and solutionMessage in the display:Boiler fault, cold SwitchOff/OnThere is a fault. Press the 

Frequently asked questions72Problem Possible cause and solutionFault code:F38: ELP/EW/LNGF44F45: LNGF47There is an internal fault. Press the  button

Technical service73After sales serviceIn the event of a fault that you cannotcorrect yourself, please contact– Your Miele dealeror– Miele Technical Se

Electrical connection74Verify that the voltage, load and cir-cuit rating information found on thedata plate match the household elec-trical supply. Th

Technical data75Dismantled dimensions (H x W x D) 50 3/8" x 18 1/2" x 14 9/16" (1280 x 470 x 370 mm)Assembled dimensions (H x W x D) 38

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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