Miele G 1173 SCVi Operations Instructions

Operating instructionsfor dishwashersTo avoid the risk of accidents ordamage to the appliance, it isessential to read these instructionsas well as the

~Inadvertently filling the salt reservoirwith powder or liquid dishwasherdetergent will damage the watersoftener. Make sure you have pickedup the corr

Disposal of the packingmaterialThe packing material protects the dryerfrom transport damages. The transportand protective packing has beenselected fro

Energy saving washingThis dishwasher is exceptionallyeconomical in its use of water andelectricity.You can make the most of yourappliance by following

To open the door^ Pull the handle.If the door is opened during operationall functions are automaticallyinterrupted.To close the door^Push the baskets

Water softenerIn order to achieve good cleaningresults, the dishwasher needs tooperate with soft water. Hard waterresults in the build-up of calciumde

To programme the water hardnesslevelEach time a button is pressed, one ofthe indicator lights will flash and lightup in the control panel. However, on

Checking the programmed waterhardness level^Switch the dishwasher off with the Offbutton V.^Press the programme selector button;? in, and whilst holdi

Before using the appliance forthe first time, you require:–Approx. 2 litres of water,–Approx. 2 kg dishwasher salt,–Domestic dishwasher detergent,–Rin

^Remove the lower basket andunscrew the salt reservoir cap.Water or saline solution will run outof the reservoir when the cap isremoved. It should the

Rinse aidRinse aid is necessary to ensure waterdoes not cling and leave marks oncrockery during the drying phase andhelps crockery dry faster after it

Description of the appliance...4Appliance overview ...4Control pan

^Add rinse aid only until it is visible inthe opening.The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.110 ml.^ Close the flap firmly so that it clicksinto place.

NoteRemove coarse food residues fromcrockery.There is no need to rinse items underrunning water.,Do not wash items soiled withash, sand, wax, lubricat

Items not suitable fordishwashers:–Wooden cutlery and crockery oritems with wooden parts: these maydiscolour and fade. The glue used inthese items is

Upper basket,For safety reasons, do notoperate the dishwasher without theupper and lower baskets in place.^ Use the upper basket for small,lightweight

Adjusting the upper basketIn order to gain more space for tallerpieces of crockery in the bottom orupper basket, the upper basket can beadjusted on th

Lower basket^For larger and heavier items such asplates, serving platters, saucepans,bowls, etc.Small items such as saucers can alsobe placed in the l

Removable spiked insertYou can remove the spiked insert tomake more room for larger items ofcrockery, e.g. a large, flat pot, oranother type of insert

CutleryCutlery tray (depending on model)^ Arrange the cutlery in the tray asshown.To make unloading much easier,cutlery should be grouped in zones,one

Cutlery basket (depending on model)^ To avoid the risk of injury, knives andforks should be placed with thehandles upwards in the basket.However, cutl

Selecting a programme ...33Starting a programme ...33At the end o

Detergent,Only use detergents formulatedfor domestic dishwashers. Do notuse washing-up liquid.Active ingredientsModern detergents contain variousactiv

Dispensing^Follow the dosage recommended bythe manufacturer on the packaging.^Unless directed otherwise, use onedetergent tab or add 20 to 30 mldeterg

Adding detergent^ Press the opening catch on thedetergent dispenser. The flap willspring open.The flap is always open at the end of aprogramme.^Add th

Switching on^Open the tap, if it is closed.^Open the door.^Make sure the spray arms are notobstructed.^Switch the dishwasher on using theOn button U.T

At the end of a programme^Open the door slightly to check thatthe programme has finished.The indicator light next to theprogramme selected switches of

Interrupting a programmeA programme is interrupted as soon asthe door is opened.If the door is closed again, theprogramme will continue from the point

Additional functionsBuzzerAn audible tone sounds at the end ofthe programme or if there is a fault.You will hear the buzzer at the end of aprogramme i

Factory default settingIf you have altered any settings fromthe factory default, you can re-set themback to the factory default settings asfollows:^Op

Check your dishwasher regularly(approx. every4-6months). Thisway faults and problems can beavoided.,The outer surfaces of thedishwasher are susceptibl

Cleaning the control panel anddoor front,Remove any soiling immediately.If not, it might become impossible toremove and could cause the outersurface t

Appliance overviewa Upper spray arm (not visible)b Cutlery tray (depending on model)c Upper basketd Middle spray arme Air inlet for drying(depending o

Cleaning the filters in the washcabinetThe filter combination in the base of thewash cabinet retains coarse soil fromthe suds solution, preventing ita

To clean the inside of the filter, the flapmust be opened:^ Press catches a together in thedirection of the arrows as shown, andopen the filter b.^ Ri

Cleaning the spray armsParticles of food can get stuck in thespray arm jets and bearings. The sprayarms should therefore be inspectedand cleaned regul

With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be easily correctedwithout calling in a Miele service technician, saving you both time and mon

Problem Possible cause RemedyThe buzzer sounds.All the programmeindicators flash whenthe door is opened.There may be atechnical fault.Clean the water

The dishwasher does not fill/drain.Problem Possible cause RemedyThe dishwasherstops workingshortly after the startof the programme.The buzzer sounds.T

General problemsProblem Possible cause RemedyDetergent residue isleft in the dispenser atthe end of aprogramme.The dispenser was stilldamp when deterg

NoisesProblem Possible cause RemedyKnocking noise in thewash cabinet.A spray arm is knockingagainst an item in abasket.Interrupt the programme,and rea

Unsatisfactory washing resultProblem Possible cause RemedyThe dishes are notclean.The dishes were not loadedcorrectly.See notes in "Loading thedi

Problem Possible cause RemedyDishes, cutleryand glasses arenot dry or areflecked.The amount of rinse aidmay be insufficient, or therinse aid reservoir

Control panela Check/Refill indicatorsb Programmesc Programme selector button YXd On button U with indicator lighte Off button VThe symbols are descri

Problem Possible cause RemedyGlassware has abrown or blue tinge,and film cannot bewiped off.This may be caused by thedetergent.Change your detergent.G

Cleaning the water inlet filterA filter is incorporated in the screwconnection of the valve on the waterinlet hose. The filter must be cleanedwhen dir

Cleaning the drain pump andnon-return valveIf the water has not been pumped awayat the end of a programme the drainpump or the non-return valve might

Test standard: AS/NZS 2007.1:2005, AS/NZS 2007.2:2005;AS/NZS 6400:2005Standard programme forenergy label comparison tests: NormalCapacity: 12/14 place

Model types G 1xxx with a cutlery tray (12 place settings):Upper basketCutlery trayLower basketComparison tests54

Model types G 2xxx with a cutlery tray (14 place settings):Upper basketCutlery trayLower basketComparison tests55

Crockery type Soiling Programmemixed,non-sensitive crockerynormal soilingvariable,sensor controlled washglasses and plasticcontainers, sensitive tohig

Programme DetergentCompartment I2)Compartment II2)Sensor wash25 ml–or1 TabQuick wash–25 mlor1 Tab3)Light wash25 ml–or1 TabNormal25 ml–or1 TabPots &

Programme Programme sequencePre-wash Main wash°CInterim rinse Final rinse°CDrying12Sensor wash Variable programme sequence,sensor controlled adjustmen

Consumption DurationEnergy WaterCold water20 °CkWhHot water60 °CkWhLitres Cold water20 °Ch:minHot water60 °Ch:min1,25-1,55 0,70-0,95 13-22 1:45-2:30 1

This appliance conforms to currentsafety requirements. Inappropriateuse can, however, lead to personalinjury and damage to property.To avoid the risk

RepairsIn the event of any faults that youcannot remedy yourself, pleasecontact:–Your Miele Chartered Agent, or–the Miele Customer Contact CentreYou f

To make the most of your dishwasherOptional accessories for particular purposes are available from your MieleChartered Agent or the Spare Parts Depart

,Please follow the installationinstructions carefully.All electrical work should be carriedout only by a suitably qualified andcompetent person, in st

The Miele waterproof anti-leaksystemProviding your dishwasher has beeninstalled correctly, the Miele waterproofanti-leak system will protect you fromw

Drainage–The appliance drainage system isfitted with a non-return valve, whichprevents dirty water from flowingback into the dishwasher via thedrain h

Dishwasher model G 1XXX G 2XXXHeight 80.5 cm(adjustable + 6.5 cm)84.5 cm(adjustable + 6.5 cm)Height of building-inrecessMin. 80.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm) Min. 8

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Technical safety~Before setting up the appliance,check it for any externally visibledamage. Under no circumstancesshould you use a damaged appliance.A

~This equipment may only beinstalled in mobile installations such asships if a risk assessment of theinstallation has been carried out by asuitably qu

Installation~The dishwasher must be installedand connected in compliance with theinstallation instructions.~The dishwasher must be correctlyaligned to