Miele G6100 SC BRWS Operations Instructions

Operating instructionsfor dishwashersTo avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essentialto read these instructions as well as t

Warning and Safety instructions10Technical safety Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can causeconsiderable danger for the user. Insta

Warning and Safety instructions11 Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by amulti-socket adapter or an extension lead. These d

Warning and Safety instructions12 Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance whengenuine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faultyc

Warning and Safety instructions13Correct installation The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliancewith the installation diagram suppl

Warning and Safety instructions14Correct use Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion. Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher detergen

Warning and Safety instructions15 In an appliance with a cutlery basket (depending on model),cutlery is cleaned and dried more efficiently if placed

Caring for the environment16Disposal of the packingmaterialThe packaging is designed to protectthe appliance from damage duringtransportation. The pac

Caring for the environment17Energy saving washingThis dishwasher is exceptionallyeconomical in its use of water andelectricity.You can make the most o

Before using for the first time18Opening the door To open the door, reach under thedoor grip and pull.If the door is opened during operationall funct

Before using for the first time19Water softenerIn order to achieve good cleaningresults, the dishwasher needs tooperate with soft water. Hard waterres

Contents2Guide to the appliance... 5Appliance overview...

Before using for the first time20Displaying and setting the waterhardness Switch the dishwasher off with the button, if it is switched on. Press th

Before using for the first time21°d mmol/l °f Display1 0.2 2 12 0.4 4 23 0.5 5 34 0.7 7 45 0.9 9 56 1.1 11 67 1.3 13 78 1.4 14 89 1.6 16 910 1.8 18 10

Before using for the first time22Before using the appliance forthe first time, you require:– approx. 2 litre of water,– approx. 2 kg dishwasher salt,–

Before using for the first time23Adding saltBefore filling the salt reservoir withdishwasher salt for the first time, youmust fill it with approx. 2 l

Before using for the first time24Add salt reminder Fill the salt reservoir with dishwashersalt when the salt indicator lightcomes on. (If it comes on

Before using for the first time25Rinse aidRinse aid is necessary to ensure waterdoes not cling and leave marks oncrockery during the drying phase andh

Before using for the first time26 Add rinse aid only until it is visible inthe opening.The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.110 ml. Close the flap f

Before using for the first time27Setting the rinse aid dosageYou can adjust the rinse aid dosage forbest results.The rinse aid dosage can be set froma

Loading the dishwasher28NotesRemove coarse food residues fromcrockery.There is no need to rinse items underrunning water. Do not wash items soiled wi

Loading the dishwasher29Items not suitable for dishwashers:– Wooden cutlery and crockery oritems with wooden parts: these maydiscolour and fade. The g

Contents3Display... 44Energy manageme

Loading the dishwasher30Upper basketSee "Loading the dishwasher /Loading examples" for examples ofhow to load crockery and cutlery. For saf

Loading the dishwasher31Adjusting the upper basketIn order to gain more space for tallerpieces of crockery in the lower or upperbasket, the upper bask

Loading the dishwasher32Lower basketSee "Loading the dishwasher /Loading examples" for examples ofhow to load crockery and cutlery. For lar

Loading the dishwasher33Hinged spikes (depending on model)The spikes at the front are used forwashing plates, soup bowls, platters,desert bowls, and s

Loading the dishwasher34Cutlery3D cutlery tray (depending on model)See "Loading the dishwasher /Loading examples" for examples ofhow to load

Loading the dishwasher35Cutlery basket (depending on model)The cutlery basket can be placedanywhere on the front rows of spikes inthe lower basket. T

Loading the dishwasher36Loading examplesDishwashers with cutlery trayUpper basketLower basket

Loading the dishwasher37Cutlery trayHeavily soiled items

Loading the dishwasher38Dishwashers with cutlery basketUpper basketLower basket

Loading the dishwasher39Cutlery basketHeavily soiled items

Contents4Optional accessories... 76Electrical connection...

Operation40Detergent Only use detergents formulatedfor domestic dishwashers. Do notuse washing-up liquid.Active ingredientsModern detergents contain

Operation41Detergent dosage Follow the dosage recommended bythe manufacturer on the packaging. Unless directed otherwise, use onedetergent tab or ad

Operation42Adding detergent Press the opening catch on thedetergent dispenser. The flap willspring open.The flap is always open at the end of aprogra

Operation43Switching on Make sure the spray arms can rotatefreely. Close the door. Open the stopcock, if it is closed. Switch the dishwasher on wi

Operation44Starting the programme Press the Start button.The programme will begin.The Start indicator light will come on.A programme should only beca

Operation45Energy managementTo save energy, the dishwasher willswitch off automatically 10 minutesafter the last time a button has beenpressed or 10 m

Operation46Switching offAt the end of a programme: The dishwasher can be switched offat any time using the  button.Switching the dishwasher off duri

Operation47Interrupting a programmeA programme is interrupted as soon asthe door is opened. If the door is closed again, theprogramme will continue fr

Programme options48Short The Short  option reduces theduration of programmes in which thisoption is available.In order to achieve optimum cleaningre

Programme options49Refill remindersIf you only ever use multi-functioncombination products in yourdishwasher, you can switch the refillreminders for s

Guide to the appliance5Appliance overviewaUpper spray arm (not visible)bCutlery tray (depending on model)cUpper basketdMiddle spray armeAir inlet for

Programme options50Delay startYou can set the start time for aprogramme, e.g. to take advantage ofnight time electricity tariffs. The starttime can be

Programme options51If optimise standby is switched on(see "Programme options, Optimisestandby") the display will go out aftera few minutes,

Programme options52Adjust Sensor washYou can adjust the Sensor washprogramme so that it will removestubborn soiling in a lightly soiled load. Switch

Programme options53MemoryYou can use the "Memory" option tosave the last programme selected. Instead of the ECO programme, the lastprogramme

Programme options54Optimise standby"Optimise standby" is activated bydefault.To save energy the dishwasher willswitch off automatically a fe

Programme options55Factory defaultIf you have altered any settings fromthe factory default, you can re-set themback to the factory default settings.

Programme overview56Programme Programme sequencePre-wash Main wash Interim rinse Final rinse Drying °C °C ECO 1) 44 X 58 XSenso

Programme overview57Consumption 2)Duration 2)Energy WaterCold water Hot water Litres Cold water Hot water15 °C 55 °C 15 °C 55 °CkWh kWh h:min h:mi

Programme overview58Mixed, everyday crockeryHeat-sensitive glasses and plasticMixed crockeryPots, pans, everyday porcelain and cutleryAll normal food

Programme overview59-25 ml or 1 tabSensor wash+short-20 ml or 1 tab 3)Quick wash 40 °C-20 ml or 1 tabSensor wash gentle -25 ml or 1 tabECO-25 ml or 1

Guide to the appliance6Control panelaProgrammesbDisplaycCheck / Refill indicatorsdStart button with indicator lighteShort button  with indicator ligh

Cleaning and care60Check your dishwasher regularly(approx. every 4 - 6 months). Thisway faults and problems can beavoided. The external surfaces of t

Cleaning and care61Cleaning the door front Soiling that is left too long mightbecome impossible to remove andcould cause the external surfaces toalte

Cleaning and care62Checking the filters in thewash cabinetThe filter combination in the base of thewash cabinet retains coarse soil fromthe suds solut

Cleaning and care63To clean the inside of the filter, the flapmust be opened: Press catches  together in thedirection of the arrows as shown, andope

Cleaning and care64Cleaning the spray armsParticles of food can get stuck in thespray arm jets and bearings. The sprayarms should therefore be inspect

Problem solving guide65Most minor faults in the performance of the appliance, some of which may resultfrom incorrect operation, can be put right witho

Problem solving guide66Problem Possible cause and remedyThe Inlet/Drain andRinse aid indicators areflashing at the sametime.Fault number  isshowing

Problem solving guide67Water inlet faultProblem Possible cause and remedyThe Inlet/Drain checkindicator flashes on andoff.The stopcock is closed. Ope

Problem solving guide68General problemsProblem Possible cause and remedyThe indicator lights anddisplay are dark.The display has switched off automati

Problem solving guide69NoisesProblem Possible cause and remedyKnocking noise in thewash cabinet.A spray arm is knocking against an item in a basket.

Warning and Safety instructions7This dishwasher complies with current safety requirements.Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury andd

Problem solving guide70Unsatisfactory washing resultProblem Possible cause and remedyThe dishes are notclean.The dishes were not loaded correctly. Se

Problem solving guide71Problem Possible cause and remedyCrockery is not dry orcutlery and glasses areflecked.The rinse aid dosage is set too low or th

Problem solving guide72Problem Possible cause and remedyWhite residue is visibleon crockery andcutlery, clouding occurson glassware; film canbe wiped

Maintenance73Cleaning the water inlet filterA filter is incorporated in the screwconnection of the valve on the waterinlet hose. The filter must be cl

Maintenance74Cleaning the drain pump andnon-return valveIf the water has not been pumped awayat the end of a programme the drainpump or the non-return

After sales service75RepairsIn the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, pleasecontact:– your Miele dealer, or– the Miele Service Depar

Optional accessories76Dishwasher detergent and rinse aid aswell as cleaning and care products areavailable as optional accessories.All the products ar

Optional accessories77Dishwasher care productsMiele cleaning and care productsprovide optimum care for yourdishwasher.Dishwasher cleaner– cleans the d

Electrical connection78Electrical connection U.K. All electrical work must becarried out by a suitably qualifiedand competent person, inaccordance wi

Plumbing79The Miele waterproof anti-leaksystemAs long as your dishwasher has beeninstalled correctly, the Miele waterproofanti-leak system will protec

Warning and Safety instructions8Correct application This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households andsimilar working and residential env

Plumbing80Drainage– The appliance drainage system isfitted with a non-return valve, whichprevents dirty water from flowingback into the dishwasher via

Technical data81Dishwasher model Standard XXLHeight freestanding model 84.5 cm(adjustable + 6.5 cm)-Height built-in model 80.5 cm(adjustable + 6.5 cm)

Adresse82

M.-Nr. 09 645 450 / 00en-GBG 6100 / G 6105

Warning and Safety instructions9Safety with children Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from theappliance unless they are constantly sup