Operating instructionsfor Washing machineW 4446 WPSTo avoid the risk of accidents ordamage to the machine it isessential to read these instructionsbef
Control panela Programme buttonsFor selecting a washing programme.b Display with Menu buttonsSee the next page for moreinformation.c PC / Optical inte
DisplayThe display is used for the following:Selecting and displaying settings–Temperature–Spin speed–Soak duration–Delay start–Cancelling a programme
Menu buttonsVarious settings are made via the Menubuttons.They are used to alter or confirm thevalue displayed above the vertical line.To alter a sett
Before using the machine for the firsttime ensure that it is correctlyinstalled and connected. See"Installation and connection". Alsocheck t
Reminder to remove transit barsTo avoid the risk of damage, thetransit bars must be removed beforethe machine is used for the first time.See "Ins
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 pock
B Switch on the washing machineThe interior drum lighting will come on.All the programme indicator lights willcome on, and the display will ask you to
^Select any extra options by pressingthe appropriate button. The relevantindicator light will come on to showwhich extra option has beenselected.^ Pre
F Add detergentWhen the door is closed, the load sizeindicator will be replaced with thedetergent percentage display.Detergent 75%ABack AThe percentag
Disposal of the packingmaterialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly for disposaland
^Pull out the detergent drawer andadd detergent to the compartmentsas follows:iDetergent for the pre-wash (dividethe total recommended amount asfollow
I Remove the laundry when theprogramme has finishedIn the anti-crease phase after theprogramme has finished, the followingwill appear alternately in t
ShortFor light to nomal soiling with no visiblestaining.The duration of the main wash isreduced.Water plusThe water level in the main wash andthe rins
Final spin speedProgramme rpmCottons 1600Minimum iron 1200Delicates 600Woollens 1200Automatic 1200Shirts 600Express 1600Denim 900Hygiene 1600Dark garm
With delay start you can choose whenyou want the programme to end. Thestart of a programme can be delayedfrom 30 minutes up to a maximum of24 hours, a
To alter delay startYou can subsequently select a laterprogramme end time if you wish.^Press the Delay start button.Delay start 9:05from 16:16 to 18:0
Cottons 98E76* 30°C to 95°C Max. load 6.0 kgFabric Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling,underwear, T-shirts etc.Extra op
Shirts cold to 60°C Max. load 2.0 kgNotes–Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary.–Wash silk garments in the Silks programme.Extra options Short, Wat
Curtains cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kgItem Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washableby the manufacturer. A pre-rinse without det
First wash cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kgFabric New items made of cotton, towelling and polyester fabrics.Note Use this programme to wash any chemical
Caring for our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Warning and Safety instructions . . . .
Main wash Rinses SpinningWaterlevelWashrhythmWaterlevelRinses InterimspinFinalspinCottons d a ( 2-43)4)LLMinimum iron ( c e 2-35)LLDelicates e d e 3 –
This machine has fully electroniccontrols with automatic loadrecognition. It takes in the right amountof water required for the programmedepending on
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.^Press the Start/Stop button.Stopped:Cancel programmeContinueOK^Press
Adding or removing laundryafter a programme has started^Press the Door button to open thedrum door.^Add or remove items.^Close the drum door.The progr
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 the laundry–The soiling level of the laundryLightly soiledNo visible dirt or
Fabric conditioners and liquid starchFabric conditioners make garments softto handle and help prevent static clingwhen tumble drying.Starch stiffens a
,Disconnect the machine from themains electricity supply andwithdraw the plug from the socketbefore cleaning the machine.,The washing machine must not
Cleaning the siphon and conditionerchannel1. Remove the siphon fromcompartment § and rinse underwarm running water. Clean thesiphon tube in the same w
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35The correct detergent ...
Cleaning the filter in the waterinletThe washing machine has a filter toprotect the water inlet valve.The accessible filter in the union in theopen en
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 rig
Fault messages in the displayProblem Possible cause Remedy A2FaultCheck drainagesystem–The water outlet isblocked orrestricted.–The drain hose hasbeen
Problems with the load size indicator or calibrating to zeroProblem Possible cause RemedyThe display indicatesa load of<25% or noload size is indic
General problemsProblem Possible cause RemedyThe machine shakesduring the spin cycle.The machine feet are notlevel.Level the machine (see"Install
An unsatisfactory wash resultProblem Possible cause RemedyLiquid detergentdoes not give therequired result.Liquid detergentsusually contain nobleachin
The door will not openPossible cause RemedyThe machine is notconnected to theelectricity supply and/or isnot switched on.Insert the plug in the socket
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
Once the flow of water ceases:^ Remove the drain filter completely.^ Clean it thoroughly.^Remove any foreign objects (e.g.buttons, coins, etc.) and fl
In the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, pleasecontact:–your Miele Dealer or–the Miele Customer Contact Centre(see back cover for c
The Miele Waterproof system ...57Connection to the water supply ...58Connecti
Front viewa Inlet hose with "Waterproof" systemb Electricity supply cablec - f Flexible drain hose (withdetachable swivel elbow)g Control pa
Rear viewa Protruding lid for holding whenmoving the machineb Electricity supply cablec Inlet hose with "Waterproof" systemd Drain hosee Tra
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 t
,To avoid the risk of injury theholes for the transit bars must becovered after the transit bars havebeen removed.^ Fit the covers onto the two holes.
Levelling the machineThe machine must stand perfectly levelon all four feet to ensure safe andproper operation.Incorrect installation may increaseelec
Washer-dryer stackA T 200, T 4000, T 7000 or T 8000 Mieletumble dryer can be stacked on thismachine using a WTV stacking kitwhich can be purchased fro
The Miele Waterproof systemThe Miele Waterproof system protectsthe washing machine from waterdamage.The system consists of three maincomponents:1) the
Connection to the water supply,The plastic casing of the safetyvalve contains electricalcomponents. The Waterproof systemmust only be connected to its
Maintenance and careIf you intend to unscrew the MieleWaterproof system hose from thestopcock it is essential to disconnectthe machine from the electr
This washing machine conforms tocurrent safety requirements.Inappropriate use can, however,lead to personal injury and damageto property.To avoid the
Connection to the drainagesystemThe machine drains via a drain pumpwith a delivery head of 1 metre*. Thedrain hose must not be kinked as thisrestricts
Electrical connection U.K.All electrical work should be carried outby a suitably qualified and competentperson, in strict accordance withcurrent natio
Load Consumption dataEnergy Water Durationin kWh in litres Short NormalCottons 95°C 6.0 kg 1.99 47 2 h 09 min60°C1)6.0 kg 1.02 47 1 h 49 min60°C 3.0 k
Height 850 mmWidth 595 mmDepth 634 mmDepth with door open 1074 mmWeight 99 kgMaximum floor load 1,600 Newton (approx. 160 kg)Capacity 6 kg dry laundry
Settings menufor changing default settingsThe Settings menu can be used to alter the machine's electronics to suitchanging requirements.Settings
To open the Settings menu^Connect the machine to theelectricity supply.^Switch on the washing machine.^Press both menu buttons at the sametime until t
Gentle actionActivating gentle action reduces thedrum action and is suitable forwashing slightly soiled items moregently. It should be activated forga
Lock codeThe code prevents your machinebeing used without your knowledge.When the code has been activated, youhave to enter a code after switching the
Temperature unitYou can chose for the temperature tobe displayed in °C/Celsius or°F/Fahrenheit.A tick L will appear beside the optionto show that it h
Standby displayTo save energy, the display goes outand the indicator light for theStart/Stop button will start flashingslowly.The display will always
Technical safety~Before setting up the washingmachine, check it for any externallyvisible damage.Do not install or use a damagedwashing machine.~Befor
Miele washing machines offer perfectcare for your laundry and feature awide range of special programmesdesigned to suit the fabric beingwashed. And no
"UltraWhite" detergentThis multi-purpose powder detergenthas excellent stain removal propertiesand is suitable for white and lightcoloured l
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~This washing machine may only beused in mobile installations such asships if a risk assessment of theinstallation has been carried out by asuitably q
~Textiles which have beenpre-treated in solvent based cleaningagents must be thoroughly rinsed inclean water before being washed in themachine.~Never
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