Miele W 377 WPS Operations Instructions

Operating instructionsfor Washing machineW 377 WPSIt is essential to read these operating instructions beforeQinstalling or using the machine, toavoid

Delay start h/minsDelay start allows you to delay the startof a programme from 30 minutes up toa maximum of 24 hours.Time remaining displayAfter the s

Control panelb Multi-function displaysee the following page for more infor-mationc START buttonstarts the wash programmed Delay start buttonfor delayi

Multi-function displayD DisplayE Display indicator lightsF This button has the following twofunctions:– Changes the display from Load % , Detergent %

Important control panelfeaturesProgramme selectorThe programme selector is used to setthe basic wash programme and thetemperature for that programme.

Before using for the first timeBefore using the machine for thefirst time ensure that it is correctly in-stalled and connected. See the rele-vant sect

Washing environmentally and economically– Water consumption and energyusage are determined by the size ofthe load. Load to the maximum rec-ommended fo

How to wash correctlyBefore washing 1 Sort the laundry Empty all pockets.Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins,paper clips, etc.) can cause dam-age to ga

Programme chartCOTTONS 9ö876 Fabric Cottons and linen fabrics, e.g. bed linen, table linen,towelling, jeans. underwear, T-shirts, nappies.Additional o

DELICATES a@Fabric Acrylics, acetate and triacetate, 100% cotton easy careshirts and blouses.Curtains, specified machine-washable by themanufacturer.A

Quick wash 7Fabric Very lightly soiled fabrics, which can be washed in theCottons programme.Additional option Water plus.Detergent Powder detergent, d

Caring for our environmentDisposal of the packingmaterialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materialswhich are environmentally

Selecting a programmeTo add detergent with the help ofthe dispensing recommendation fea-ture, follow steps 2, 3 and 4below before loading the drum.2

7Add detergent.The percentage amounts in the displayhelp you to add the correct percentageamount of detergent recommended bythe detergent manufacturer

Additional options9 Select any additional option re-quired.Press the appropriate additional op-tion button.Soak For heavily soiled and stained items

0 Select a spin speedPress the “Spin” button repeatedlyuntil the indicator light for the spinspeed you want comes on.In some programmes the maximumspi

At the end of a programme~ Open the drum doorPress the Door button.$ Remove the laundryCheck the folds in the door seal forany small articles, e.g. bu

Adding or removing laundryafter a programme has startedLaundry can be added or removedafter the programme has started whenusing the following programm

Interrupting a programmeSwitch the washing machine off withthe I-ON / 0-OFF button.To continue with the same programme: Switch the washing machine bac

Programme sequenceThis washing machine has fully elec-tronic controls with automatic load rec-ognition. The machine determines theamount of water to u

WOOLLENS /Main washWater level: mediumWash rhythm: WoollensRinsesWater level: mediumNo of rinses: 2SpinningRinse and interim spin2): yesFinal spin: ye

DetergentAll modern detergents produced forautomatic washing machines are suit-able, including liquid, compact (con-centrated), tablets and special ap

ContentsCaring for our environmentDisposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Dis

Fabric conditioners and liquidstarchFabric conditioners make garmentssoft and fluffy to handle and help pre-vent static cling when tumble drying.Starc

Locking functionsElectronic programme lockingProgramme locking prevents the ma-chine from being opened or the pro-gramme cancelled during a washprogra

Electronic system lockThe system lock prevents your ma-chine being used without your knowl-edge.When the system lock has been acti-vated:– the drum do

Programmable functionsThe programmable functions can beused to tailor washing programmes tosuit your individual requirements. Water plus system (P2)Se

Follow steps 1 to 7 to programmeand store a setting in memory.The programmable functions are acti-vated to call up further features notshown on the co

Gentle action (P9)Activating gentle action reduces thedrum action. Slightly soiled items arewashed more gently.Gentle action can be used with theCOTTO

Top-up rinse for COTTONS(P10)When this is activated, additionalwater flows into the drum at the endof the main wash and the suds arecooled down. Hot s

Memory Function (P11)If an additional option(s) is selectedfor a programme, and / or the spinspeed is altered, the machine storesthese changes in memo

Buzzer (P20)When the buzzer function has beenactivated, an audible tone sounds re-peatedly at the end of a programmeor when Rinse hold is reached.The

Cleaning and careDisconnect the appliance from themains electricity supply and with-draw the plug from the socket priorto cleaning the machine.Clean t

Before using for the first timeCalibrating to zero. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Was

Cleaning the detergent dispenserdrawerRemove detergent residues regularly. Pull out the detergent dispenserdrawer until a resistance is felt.Press dow

Cleaning and careCleaning the fluff (drain) filterand pumpCheck the drain filter initially after 3-4washes to ascertain how often it islikely to requi

Once the flow of water ceases:Remove the fluff filter completely.Clean the fluff filter thoroughly.Remove any foreign objects (e.g.buttons, coins, etc

Cleaning the filter in the waterinletThe washing machine has a filter to pro-tect the water inlet valve.The accessible filter in the union in theopen

Problem solving guideWith the help of the following notes minor faults in the performance of the ap-pliance, some of which may result from incorrect o

– The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on.Fault indicator Possible cause Remedy 1The buzzer sounds andthe Check drain lightfla

– A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme continues as normal.Fault indicator Possible cause Remedy 1The Check drain lightflashes.Th

– Problems with the load size indicator and the dispensing recommendation Problems Possible cause RemedyThere is no loadsize in the displayThe washi

– General problems or an unsatisfactory wash resultProblem Possible cause RemedyThe machineshakes during thespin cycle.The four feet are notresting e

Problem Possible cause RemedyThe programmeselector light ring isnot lit up.The machine has switched off the light ring to saveenergy. To switch the l

Cleaning and careExtra cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Cleaning the de

Problem Possible cause RemedyGrey, greasyparticles cling towashed laundry.Insufficient amounts ofdetergent were used tobreak down the particlesof grea

Opening the drum door in theevent of a power failureSwitch the washing machine off.There is a filter flap opener behind thedetergent drawer facia pane

Customer contactIn the event of any faults which you can-not remedy yourself please contact– Your Miele dealer or– Your nearest Miele Service Depart-m

Installation and connectionFront view1 Inlet hose with “Waterproof” system2 Electricity supply cable 3a - 3c Flexible drain hose (withdetachable swive

Rear view 1 Protruding lid edge for holding whenmoving the machine 2 Electricity supply cable 3 Inlet hose with “Waterproof” system4 Drainage hose5 Co

Installation surfaceA concrete floor is the most suitable in-stallation surface for a washing ma-chine, being far less prone to vibrationduring the sp

Turn the left-hand transit bar 90°.Withdraw the left-hand transit bar.Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°.Withdraw the right-hand transit bar.Installa

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 surethat

Levelling the machine The machine must stand perfectly levelon all four feet to ensure safe andproper operation.Incorrect installation may increase el

This washing machine is not suit-able for building under a worktop.Washer and Dryer stackA Miele tumble dryer can be stackedwith the washing machine.

Warning and safety instructionsRead the operating instructions be-fore using this machine for the firsttime. They contain important infor-mation about

Connection to the water supplyThe Waterproof systemFunctionAt the heart of this leak protection sys-tem there is an electric safety valve,which works

The plastic casing of the water connection contains an electric component. TheWaterproof system must only be connected to its own stopcock. It must no

MaintenanceIf you intend to unscrew the Waterproofsystem unit from the mains water sup-ply it is essential that the machine isfirst disconnected from

Connection to the drainagesystemThe machine drains via a drain pumpwith a delivery head of 1 metre*.The drain hose is 1.5 m long. It mustnot be kinked

Electrical connection U.K.All electrical work should be carried outonly by a suitably qualified and compe-tent person, in strict accordance withnation

Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363If this machine is fitted with a non-re-wireable plug, the following informationapplies:If the socket outlets are not suit

Consumption data Programme(without anyadditional optionsor programmablefunctions)Load Consumption dataEnergy Water Programme timein kWh in litres norm

Technical dataHeight 85 cmWidth 59.5 cmDepth 58.0 cmDepth with door open 94.5 cmWeight 94 kgMaximum floor load 1600 Newton (approx. 160 kg)Capacity

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The Miele “Waterproof system” pro-tects from water damage providedthe following conditions have been met:– the machine is correctly plumbed inand conn

7If the correct amount of detergentis dispensed, the machine shouldnot need to be descaled. If, however,you do wish to descale the machineonly use pro

Description of the applianceSpecial programmes– Programme for hand-washablefabrics (Silks /)Hand-washable fabrics which creaseeasily but do not contai