Miele W1213 User Manual Page 1

Operating instructionsWasherW 1213To prevent accidents andmachine damage,read these instructionsbefore installation or use.UVM.-Nr. 05 875 000

Temperatures FabriccaresymbolSpinspeedLaundryWoolens / Options: SensitiveWarm 7B High For hand washable and machinewashable wool and wool blends.Cold

4. Select wash options(if needed)The upper button selects the following"OPTIONS":–Extended–Extended and Heavy Soil–Extended and Soak–Heavy S

5. Select the temperature andspin speedThe default temperature and spinspeed will automatically be selected foreach program. However, you can adjustth

Special spin optionsHold^Select "Hold".The laundry is not spun and remainssoaking in water. This will preventwrinkles if the laundry is not

6. Add detergentFor optimum wash results, it isimportant to use the correct amount ofdetergent.Too little detergent may cause–Ineffective cleaning of

Use only high-efficiency, lowsudsing laundry detergentformulated for front loading washingmachines.For wool and wool blend fabrics, use adetergent spe

Water hardnessHardnesslevelWaterqualityWaterhardnessin mmol/lGermanhardness°dI soft 0 - 1.3 0 - 7II moderate 1.3 - 2.5 7 - 14III hard tovery hardover

Fabric softenerFabric softener added to the washprogram will make fabrics feel softerand will reduce static cling in the dryer.^Open the lid of the fa

StarchMild liquid starch is a synthetic starchwash used to give fabrics somestiffness. Starching can be included inany wash program as part of the fin

7. Select Delay Start (if needed)If you wish, the start of the washprogram can be delayed to takeadvantage of lower energy rates, or tohave a load com

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Guide to the washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10. Remove the laundryThe "Status" indicator "Anti-Crease /End" will be displayed at the end of aprogram.^Use the "Door"

Cancelling a programYou can cancel a wash program anytime after a program starts.^Press the "Start/Stop T" button.The washer drains the wash

Adding/removing laundryduring a wash programYou can interrupt the followingprograms to add or remove a piece oflaundry:–Normal–Wrinkle-free–Sturdy^Use

Electronic program lockThe program lock prevents the washerfrom being opened or the program,temperature or spin speed from beingchanged during a wash

,Before cleaning the appliance,disconnect the power supply byunplugging the unit or manuallytripping the circuit breaker.Cleaning the washer^Clean the

Cleaning the drain pumpOccasionally, small objects (buttons,coins, etc.) may become trapped in thelint trap. If the machine does not draincompletely,

Once the flow of water stops:^ Remove the drain filter lid.^ Remove any foreign objects or lintfrom the filter.^Check that the drain pump impeller(in

Quick GuideRemove this guide for easy referencePlease read allinstructions, especiallythe "Important Safety Instructions",before using the w

1. Sort the laundry.^ Empty all pockets.^ Sort the laundry by fabric and color.^ Pretreat stains.2. Load the laundry^Turn on the washer using the &quo

5. Select the temperature and spinspeed^ Press the "TEMP" and "SPIN" buttonsuntil the indicator of the desired valuelights.6. Add

Washer care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Cleaning the water inlet filte

Program guideNormalOptions:Extended, Heavy Soil, Soak, SensitiveTemperatures:Hot 8, Very Warm EC, Warm 7B,Cold 6A, No Heat eSpin speeds: Max, HighItem

Cleaning the water inlet filtersThe washer has two water inlet filters toprotect each inlet valve. These filtersshould be checked every 6 months andcl

,Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a qualifiedand trained person in accordance with local and national safety regulations.R

The program was interrupted and a fault message appears.Issue Possible cause Solution*The buzzer sounds, andthe "Drain" indicatorflashes.&qu

General issues with the washerIssue Possible cause SolutionThe "Oversudsing"indicator lights.The machine hasoversudsed.Use less detergent in

Poor wash resultsIssue Possible cause SolutionThe wash does notcome clean withliquid detergent.Liquid detergents do notcontain bleachingagents. Fruit,

The door will not open when the "Door" button is pressed.Possible cause SolutionThe washer is not hookedup to electricity.Insert the plug in

Opening the drum door duringa power failure^Open the detergent dispenserdrawer.^ Remove the tool.^Open the lint trap door.^Drain the water from the wa

RepairsIn the event of any faults which youcannot fix yourself, please contact theMiele Technical Service DepartmentU 1-800-999-1360techserv@mieleusa.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

,WARNING - To reduce the riskof fire, electric shock or injury topersons while using your appliance,follow basic safety precautions,including the foll

Disposal of the packingmaterialThe cardboard box and packingmaterials protect the appliance duringshipping. They have been designed tobe biodegradable

Front viewa Hot water intake hoseb Cold water intake hosec Power cordd - g Drain hose (with adjustable andremovable elbow) showing drainoptionsh Contr

Back viewa Lid excess end with transport gripsb Power cordc Cold water intake hosed Hot water intake hosee Drain hosef Shipping struts with rotary pro

Installation siteA concrete or reinforced floor is themost suitable surface for the washer.These types of floors are less prone tovibration during the

Installation^Lift the machine from its shippingpallet and move it to the installationsite.Do not lift the washer by the drumdoor!,Ensure that the mach

^Turn the left shipping strutcounterclockwise 90° with theenclosed combination wrench.^Pull out the shipping strut.^Turn the right shipping strutcount

^Close the holes with the rotaryprotection and their caps.^Fasten the shipping struts at the rearside of the washer. Take care to insertthe drill hole

Level the washerTo ensure smooth operation, the washermust be level.Failure to level the machine can resultin increased water and energyconsumption, l

Installation beneath a counterIf a countertop is placed over thewasher, at least a1/4" gap must beleft between the top of the machineand bottom o

The washing machine can beconnected to a potable water supply. Anon-return valve is not required unlessrequired by building code.The washing machine h

Control panela Program selection buttons e-For selecting a program.b Wash optionsSpecial features to enhance a washprogram.c Temperature buttonFor sel

Water connectionConnect the cold water intake hose(blue mark) to the cold water valve andthe hot water intake hose (red mark) tothe hot water valve.If

DrainageThe 5 foot drain hose may beconnected as follows:1. Directly into a sink: hook the hoseover the edge of the sink and secureit firmly (e.g. by

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSThis appliance must be grounded. Inthe event of malfunction orbreakdown, grounding will reducethe risk of electric shock byprovi

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The appliance must be correctlyinstalled and connected before thefirst use. Please see the "Installationinstructions".For safety reasons, it

1. Prepare and sort the laundry^Empty all pockets.,Foreign objects left in pockets(e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.)can cause damage to clothes an

2. Load the laundry^Turn on the washer using the "On/Off"button.^Open the drum door using the "Door"button.^Load the laundry into

Program guideTemperatures FabriccaresymbolSpinspeedLaundryNormal Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Soak, SensitiveHot 8 Max For a rapid wash of colorfast