Miele W 3203 Operations Instructions

Operating instructionsfor Washing machineW 3203To avoid the risk of accidents ordamage to the machine it isessential to read these instructionsbefore

DisplayThe display shows:–the programme duration (Time leftdisplay)–the programmable functionsProgramme durationAfter the start of a programme, theest

Before using the machine for the firsttime ensure that it is correctlyinstalled and connected. See"Installation and connection". Alsocheck t

Energy and water consumption–Water consumption and energyusage are determined by the size ofthe load.To make the most out of yourmachine, load the max

Brief instructionsThe headings numbered A, B, C, . . .show the operating sequence and canbe used as brief instructions.A Sort the laundry^ Empty all p

B Switch on the washing machineC Load the drum^Press theDoorbutton to open thedrum door.^Unfold the laundry and load looselyin the drum. Mixing both l

E Select additional option(s)Each press of the top button selects theadditional options in the following order:Short,Pre-wash,Soak, no selection.Use t

G Add detergentIt is important to dispense the correctamount, because . . .. . . too little detergent results in:–Laundry not getting properly cleanan

H Start the programme^Press the flashingStartbutton.The estimated programme duration willshow in the display. During the first10 minutes the washing m

You can use the additional optionbuttons to augment the basic washprogrammes.ShortFor light to nomal soiling with novisible staining.The duration of t

Final spin speedProgramme rpmCottons 1200Minimum iron 1200Delicates 600Automatic 900Dark garments 1200Shirts 600Denim 900Express 1200Silks 400Woollens

Disposal of the packingmaterialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly for disposaland

Cottons 30°C to 95°C 9876 Max. load 6.0 kgFabric Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics.Additional options Short or Pre-wash or Soak, Water plusNote fo

Shirts 40°C Max. load 2.0 kgAdditional option Pre-wash or SoakNotes–Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary.–Wash silk garments in theSilksprogramme.

Main wash Rinses SpinningWaterlevelWashrhythmWaterlevelRinses InterimspinFinal spinCottons d a d 2-31)LLMinimum iron d a ( 2-32)LLDelicates e b e 3 –

This washing machine has fullyelectronic controls with automatic loadrecognition. It takes in the right amountof water required for the programmedepen

WashingThe figure quoted in the bucket is themaximum temperature the garmentcan be washed at. The number ofbars under the symbol indicates thelevel of

Cancelling a programmeYou can cancel a programme at anytime after it has started.^Turn the programme selector toFinish.The programme has been cancelle

Adding or removing laundryafter a programme has started^Press theDoorbutton in until thedrum door springs open.^Add or remove items.^Close the door.Th

The correct detergentAll modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable.Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these are supplied

The right amount to dispense willdepend on the following:–The quantity of laundry.–The soiling level of the laundry.Lightly soiledNo visible dirt or s

Fabric conditioners and liquidstarchFabric conditioners make garments softto handle and help prevent static clingwhen tumble drying.Starch stiffens an

Caring for our environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Disposal of the packing material . . .

,Disconnect the machine from themains electricity supply andwithdraw the plug from the socketprior to cleaning the machine.^Clean the casing with a mi

Cleaning the detergent dispenserdrawerRemove detergent residues regularly.^ Pull out the detergent dispenserdrawer until a resistance is felt. Pressdo

Cleaning the water inlet filtersThe washing machine has two filters toprotect the inlet valves.These filters should be checked everysix months or so,

With the help of the following notes minor faults in the performance of themachine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put righ

The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comesonProblem Possible cause Remedy AThe Check drain lightflashes. "– – –" appearsin t

A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programmecontinues as normalProblem Possible cause Remedy AThe Check drain lightflashes.The drain outlet

General problemsProblem Possible cause RemedyThe machine shakesduring the spin cycle.The machine feet arenot level.Level the machine (see"Install

An unsatisfactory wash resultProblem Possible cause RemedyLiquid detergentdoes not give therequired result.Liquid detergentsusually contain nobleachin

The drum door does not open when you press the Door buttonPossible cause RemedyThe machine is notconnected to theelectricity supply and / oris not swi

Opening the drum door in theevent of a blocked drain outletand/or power failure^Switch the washing machine off.There is a lever behind the detergentdr

Garment care label symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Changing the programme sequence . . . . .

Once the flow of water ceases:^Remove the drain filter completely.^ Clean it thoroughly.^Remove any foreign objects (e.g.buttons, coins, etc.) and flu

In the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, pleasecontact:–your Miele Dealer or–the Miele Service Department (seeback cover for contac

Front viewa Inlet hose (tested to withstandpressure of at least 7,000 kPa)b Electricity supply cablec - f Flexible drain hose (withdetachable swivel e

Rear viewa Protruding lid for holding whenmoving the machineb Electricity supply cablec Inlet hose (tested to withstandpressure of at least 7,000 kPa)

Installation surfaceA concrete floor is the most suitableinstallation surface for a washingmachine, being far less prone tovibration during the spin c

^Using the spanner supplied turn theleft-hand transit bar 90°, then^withdraw the transit bar.^Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°,then^withdraw the tr

^Fit the covers on to the two holes.Then plug the holes as shown withthe caps.^Secure the transit bars to the back ofthe washing machine. Make sure th

Levelling the machineThe machine must stand perfectly levelon all four feet to ensure safe andproper operation.Incorrect installation may increaseelec

The fitting of building under kits andstacking kits must only beundertaken by qualified andcompetent persons, in accordancewith the instructions suppl

The Miele water protectionsystemThe Miele water protection systemprotects the washing machine fromwater damage.The system consists of three maincompon

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Future updates (PC) . . . . . .

Connection to the water supplyThe machine should be connected to amains water supply in accordance withlocal and national safety regulations.The Germa

Connection to the drainagesystemThe machine drains via a drain pumpwith a delivery head of 1 metre*.The drain hose must not be kinked asthis restricts

Electrical connection U.K.All electrical work should be carried outby a suitably qualified and competentperson, in strict accordance withnational and

Load Consumption dataEnergy Water Durationin kWh in litres Short NormalCottons 95°C 6.0 kg 1.99 49 2 h 09 min60°C1)6.0 kg 1.02 49 1 h 49 min60°C 3.0 k

Height 850 mmWidth 595 mmDepth 580 mmDepth with door open 975 mmWeight 93 kgMaximum floor load 1,600 Newton (approx. 160 kg)Capacity 6 kg dry laundryV

Programmable functionsfor changing default settingsThe programmable functions can be used to tailor washing programmes to suityour individual requirem

The programmable functions areactivated with the help of theStartbutton and the programme selector.Water plus systemThis is used to select the water i

Gentle actionActivating gentle action reduces thedrum action and is suitable forwashing slightly soiled articles moregently.Gentle action can be used

Top-up rinse for CottonsWhen this is activated, additionalwater flows into the drum at the endof the main wash to cool the sudsdown. Hot suds can dama

Memory functionIf an additional option is selected fora programme, and / or the spinspeed is altered, the machine storesthese changes in memory at the

To avoid the risk of accidents anddamage to the machine please readthese instructions carefully beforeusing it for the first time. Theycontain importa

SoakA length of time of between 30 minutesand 2 hours can be programmed in30 minute increments for the soakprocess.If the Soak option is pressed, thes

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This machine must only beconnected to the on-site watersupply using a new hose kit. Old hosesmust not be re-used. Check the hoseregularly for signs of

If the correct amount of detergentis dispensed, the machine shouldnot need to be descaled. If, however,you do wish to descale the machineonly use prop

Control panela DisplaySee the following page for moreinformation.b Start buttonStarts the wash programme.c Additional option buttonsAdditional options