Miele W 931i Operations Instructions

Operating instructions for washing machine W 931i WPSIt is essential to read these oper-ating instructions before installing or Qusing the machine, t

Before using for the first timeFlush out any residual testwater still in the machine asfollows:Do not load the machine.Add a little detergent to compa

Brief guide to correct washingThe headings numbered ( 1, 2, 3,...)offer a brief step by step guide to theoperating sequence.Before washing 1 Prepare t

3 Load the drumUnfold washing and load loosely in thedrum. To achieve best results it is advis-able to make up mixed loads consist-ing of both large

After washing 1 Turn the programme selectorto "Finish/Start". 2 Press the "Door" button.Only remove washing from the ma-chine once

Changing the programme sequenceStopping a programmeTurn the programme selector to “Fin-ish/Start”.Interrupting a programmePress the “I-ON/0-OFF” buttt

Adding or removing washing Washing can be added or removedafter the programme has alreadystarted, when using the following pro-grammes:– COTTONS– MINI

Adding detergentAll modern detergents produced forautomatic washing machines are suit-able, including liquid, compact (con-centrated) and special appl

Fabric conditioners/starch formulationsFabric conditioners/TexturisersFabric conditioners make garmentssoft and fluffy to handle and help pre-vent sta

Programme selectionProgramme Fabric TemperaturerangeCOTTONS 9876cottons and linen fabrics eg bedlinen, table linen,towelling, jeans, T-shirts and napp

Max. load Additional options Notes5 kg – Soak– Pre-wash– Water plus– Short washwith heavily soiled items select “Soak” or“Pre-wash”2,5 kg – Soak– Pre-

ContentsGuide to the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Warning and Safety Instruc

Programme sequenceCOTTONS MINIMUM IRON DELICATESSoak optional optional optionalPre-wash optional optional optionalMain wash X X XTop-up rinse from 75°

WOOLLENS QUICKWASH40°CStarch Spin Separate rinse––––––– X –– X X –––––––––––––32––232–––––––––max. 500– – –max. 900 max. 1550 max. 1550 max. 1550 max.

Care symbolsWashing 9 Cottons 95°C 8 Cottons 60°C 7 Cottons 40°C 4 Minimum iron 60°C 2 Minimum iron 40°C 1 Minimum iron 30°C a Delicates 40°C @ Delica

Additional optionsEach of the following buttons can bepressed in to give an additional option.When the “Door” button is pushed in,all the other button

“With pre-wash”– For heavily soiled and stained items.“Water plus”– This is recommended for particularlydelicate fabrics, and– if more water is requir

Delay start/Time left indicatorsDelay startThe start of a programme can be de-layed from 30 minutes up to 9 hours 30minutes.N.B.:The machine must be s

Cleaning and careCleaning the washing machineClean the casing with a mild non-ab-rasive detergent or soap and water.Wipe dry with a soft cloth.Clean t

Cleaning the fluff filter andpumpCheck the fluff filter initially after 3 - 4washes to ascertain how often it islikely to require cleaning.With normal

Once the flow of water ceases,remove the fluff filter completely andclean it.Remove any foreign bodies (e.g. but-tons, coins, etc.) and fluff.Turn the

Cleaning the filter in the waterinletThe washing machine has two filters toprotect the water inlet valves.The accessible filter in the union in theope

Guide to the machine1 Electric supply cable2 Inlet hose with “Waterproof” system3 Flexible drain hose (with detachable swivel elbow)4 Detergent dispen

Problem solving guideRepair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitablyqualified person in accordance with local and nation

What to do if, . . . Cause . . . Remedy . . .. . . one of the followinglights is flashing:– “Soak / Pre-wash”– “Main wash” – “Rinses 1 - 2–“Rinse 3

What to do if . . . Cause . . . Remedy . . .. . . the drum door cannot beopened.The appliance is not plugged into the electricity supply.– Put the

What to do if . . . Cause . . . Remedy . . .. . . lime deposits appear onthe drum surface:Not enough detergent has beenused.– Use a descaling agent w

Opening the drum door in theevent of a power failureSwitch off the washing machine.Remove the flap opener from behindthe detergent drawer facia panel.

Pull the emergency door latch down-wards using a spoon handle (see il-lustration). The machine door willthen open.Please note that: on machines with l

After sales serviceIn the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact:– Your Miele Dealer or– Your nearest Miele Service depa

InstallationInstallation surfaceExperience has shown that a concretefloor is the most suitable installation sur-face for a washing machine. Concretefl

Withdraw the two bars together withthe support plate.Plug the two holes with the plasticcaps supplied.The machine should not be moved with-out the tra

Levelling the machineThe machine must be perfectly level toensure safe and proper operation.Incorrect installation may increasewater and electricity c

b "Delay start" button c Time display "h min" d "Door pushbuttonopens the drum door e "I - ON / O - OFF" buttonsw

Please note the following:– The machine should never be oper-ated without the front panel firmly inplace.– The electrical and water connectionpoints s

Fitting the front panelThe front of this appliance can be fittedwith a door panel to match surroundingunits. If the unit is fitted in a MIELE KIT-CHEN

Fit the front panel with the remainingscrews provided and the hingescrews.Example 2:Drill the numbered holes and thescrew points for the inner door pa

Fitting a plinth faciaThe appliance plinth below the doorcan be partially concealed using aplinth facia.The height and return of the applianceplinth c

PlumbingConnection to water supplyFittingThe machine should be connected to amains water supply in accordance withstandard regulations. The German aut

The Miele “Waterproof system” con-nected between the stopcock and themachine offers the safest protectionagainst water leaks.For the “Waterproof syste

Important!The plastic casing of the water connec-tion contains an electric component.Do not dip into liquids!The “Waterproof system” must onlybe conne

Connection to the drainage systemThe 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 connectionThis machine is supplied ready for con-nection to an a.c. single phase 230 -240 V, 50 Hz supply. The machine issupplied with a 2

Programmable functions - SelectionWith the programmable functions youcan adapt the machine to your individ-ual requirements. A function stays pro-gram

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

Programmable functions - To programmeProgramming and saving theprogrammable functionsProgrammable functions are activatedusing a combination of the bu

Programmable functions - Check/CancelTo check the programmablefunction:To see if a selected programmablefunction has been activated, carry outSteps 1

Consumption dataNormal Programmes(without any additional op-tionsor programmable functionsLoadConsumption dataElectricity Water Timein kWh litres norm

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

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

Help to protect our environmentDisposal of the packing materialThe transport and protective packing ismostly manufactured from the followingrecycled o

Washing environmentally and economicallyCaring for the environment means sav-ing water, energy and detergent whenwashing but without compromising onre