Miele G 4975 SCVi Futura Classic Plus Installation Manual

Operating InstructionsDishwasherTo prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions be‐fore installation or use.en-US M.-Nr. 10 014 080HG

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS10Proper installation The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliancewith the installation plan. Be carefu

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS11Proper use Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion! Do not inhale or ingest powder detergent. Dish

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS12 In an appliance with a cutlery basket (depending on model), cut‐lery is cleaned and dried more efficiently if placed

Guide to the dishwasher13Appliance overviewaUpper spray arm (not visible) bCutlery tray (depending on model) cUpper basket dMiddle spray arm eAir inta

Guide to the dishwasher14Control panela (On/Off) Button bProgram selection cProgram selection button  dShort button  with indicator light eDelay St

Caring for the environment15Disposal of packaging materialThe cardboard box and packaging pro‐tect the appliance during shipping.These materials are b

Before using for the first time16Opening the door Pull the handle to open the door.If the door is opened during operation,all functions are automatic

Before using for the first time17Before using the appliance forthe first time, you require:– Domestic dishwasher detergent– Rinse aid formulated for d

Before using for the first time18 Add rinse aid only until it is visible inthe opening.The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.3.7 oz. (110 ml). Close

Before using for the first time19Setting the rinse aid dosageYou can adjust the rinse aid dosage forbest results.The rinse aid dosage is set in stages

Contents2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS... 4Guide to the dishwasher ...

Loading the dishwasher20TipsRemove coarse food residues from thedishware.There is no need to rinse items underrunning water! Do not wash items soiled

Loading the dishwasher21Items not recommended for dish‐washing– Wooden cutlery, cutting boards anddishware or items with wooden parts– Craft items, an

Loading the dishwasher22Loading examplesLoading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery trayUpper basketLower basketCutlery tray (depending on mod

Loading the dishwasher23Loading for 16 standard place settings with cutlery trayUpper basket Lower basketCutlery tray (depending on model)

Loading the dishwasher24Loading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery basketUpper basketLower basketCutlery basket

Loading the dishwasher25Loading for 13 standard place settings with cutlery basketUpper basketLower basketCutlery basket

Loading the dishwasher26Upper basket For safety reasons, do not oper‐ate the dishwasher without the upperand lower baskets in place (exceptwhen runni

Loading the dishwasher27Adjusting the upper basketIn order to gain more space for talleritems the upper basket can be adjustedon three levels with 3/4

Loading the dishwasher28Lower basket For larger and heavier items such asplates, serving platters, saucepans,bowls, etc.Glasses, cups and small items

Loading the dishwasher29CutleryCutlery tray (depending on model) Arrange the cutlery in the tray asshown.To make unloading much easier, cutleryshould

Contents3Options... 38Short  ...

Loading the dishwasher30Cutlery basket (depending on model)The cutlery basket can be placed any‐where on the front rows of spikes in thelower basket.

Operation31Detergent Only use detergents formulatedfor domestic dishwashers.Refer to the manufacturer's packagingas to whether Tab products are

Operation32Adding detergent Press the opening catch on the de‐tergent dispenser. The flap will springopen.The flap is always open at the end of aprog

Operation33Turning on Turn on the water supply if it is turnedoff. Open the door. Make sure the spray arms are not ob‐structed. Turn the dishwashe

Operation34Starting a program Start the program by closing the doorwithin four seconds of the last pressof a button.The program will begin.If you do

Operation35Energy managementTo save energy, the dishwasher willswitch off automatically 10 minutes af‐ter the last time a button has beenpressed or 10

Operation36Turning offAt the end of a program: Open the door. The dishwasher can be switched offat any time using the  button.Turning the dishwashe

Operation37Interrupting a programThe program will be interrupted as soonas you open the door.After four seconds, the indicator light ofthe selected pr

Options38Short The Short  option reduces the dura‐tion of programs in which this option isavailable.In order to achieve optimum cleaningresults, con

Options39Turning off the refill indicatorIf you consistently use a Tab detergent,you can deactivate the refill indicator ifyou wish. Open the door.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS4This dishwasher complies with current safety requirements. Inap‐propriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and

Options40Delay StartYou can set the start time for a pro‐gram, e.g., to take advantage of nighttime electricity rates. The start time canbe delayed be

Options41 Open the door if you need to checkhow long the delay period has left torun.The time up until the program starts willcount down in the displ

Options42Buzzer tonesA sequence of audible tones will soundat the end of the program or if there is afault.The buzzer at the end of a program andthe w

Options43Optimize Standby"Optimize Standby" is activated by de‐fault.To save energy, the dishwasher willswitch off automatically a few minut

Options44Factory default settingsIf you have altered any settings fromthe factory default, you can reset themback to the factory default settings asfo

Program overview45Program When to use Program sequencePre-washMainwashInterimrinseFinalrinseDryingNormal Program for regular use tocompletely wash a f

Cleaning and care46Check and clean your dishwasherregularly. This will help avoid prob‐lems and faults. All surfaces are susceptible toscratching.Con

Cleaning and care47Cleaning the door front If soiling remains longer, it mayhappen that the surfaces can be‐come discolored or changed.Remove any soi

Cleaning and care48Filter systemThe filter system in the base of thewash cabinet prevents food from beingredeposited on dishes. It also protectsthe ci

Cleaning and care49To clean the inside of the filter, the flapmust be opened: Press catches  together in the di‐rection of the arrows as shown, ando

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS5Correct use This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households andsimilar residential environments. This dishw

Cleaning and care50Cleaning the spray armsParticles of food can get stuck in thespray arm jets and bearings. The sprayarms should therefore be inspect

Frequently Asked Questions51With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of the appli‐ance, some of which may result from inc

Frequently Asked Questions52Problem Possible cause and solutionThe warning buzzer issounding.All the program indica‐tor lights flash when thedoor is o

Frequently Asked Questions53Water intake faultProblem Possible cause and solutionThe dishwasher stop‐ped working shortly af‐ter the program started.Th

Frequently Asked Questions54Water drainage faultProblem Possible cause and solutionThe dishwasher stopsduring a program.The warning buzzer issounding.

Frequently Asked Questions55General problemsProblem Possible cause and solutionThe warning buzzer issounding.The indicator light ofthe selected progra

Frequently Asked Questions56NoisesProblem Possible cause and solutionThere is a knockingnoise in the wash cabi‐net.A spray arm is hitting the dishware

Frequently Asked Questions57Poor cleaning resultsProblem Possible cause and solutionThe dishes are notclean.The dishes were not loaded correctly.  Se

Frequently Asked Questions58Problem Possible cause and solutionDishware is not dry orcutlery and glasses arespotty.The rinse aid dosage is set too low

Frequently Asked Questions59Problem Possible cause and solutionThere are rust stains onthe cutlery.The affected items are not corrosion resistant.  T

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS6Safety with children Children must be kept away from the appliance unless they areconstantly supervised. Children shou

Frequently asked questions60Cleaning the drain pump andnon-return valveIf the water has not been pumped awayat the end of a program, the drain pumpor

Customer service61RepairsFor problems that you cannot resolveon your own, please contact:– your Miele dealer or– Miele ServiceThe telephone number for

Optional accessories62Dishwasher detergent and rinse aid, aswell as cleaning and care products, areavailable as optional accessories.All the products

Optional accessories63Dishwasher care productsMiele cleaning and care products pro‐vide optimum care for your dishwasher.Dishwasher cleaner– Cleans th

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65Installation InstructionsPlease refer to the Installation Diagram supplied with these instructions.To comply with IEC sound testing protocols, pleas

Electrical connection66Installation, repairs and other workby unqualified persons could bedangerous.Check that the voltage, frequencyand fuse rating s

Electrical connection67Hardwired electrical connectionIt is possible to hardwire this applianceto an existing power cable.CAUTION: Before servicing, d

Water connection68Water intake Water in the dishwasher mustnot be used as drinking water.– The dishwasher may be connected toa cold or hot water supp

Water connection69Drainage– The machine comes equipped with abuilt-in non-return valve on the dis‐charge side to prevent waste waterfrom flowing back

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS7Technical safety Installation, repair, and maintenance work should only be per‐formed by a Miele-authorized service tec

Sound emission testing70Prerequisites for sound emission testsLoad the dishwasher with 16 standard place settings and use the Normal pro‐gram.Setup fo

Sound emission testing71 Push the provided fleece strips (depending on model) under the toe-kick until itis flush with the appliance feet . Push th

Sound emission testing72 Remove the protective film from the provided insulating strip (depending onmodel) . Push the insulating strip into the fro

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS8 To avoid the risk of damage to the dishwasher, make sure that theconnection data on the data plate (fuse rating, volta

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS9 The manufacturer's warranty will be invalidated if the appliance isnot repaired by a Miele-authorized service tec