Miele T8423C Datasheet Page 1

Operating instructionsfor condenser tumble dryerT 8423 CIt is essential to read theseoperating instructions beforeinstalling or using the machineto av

Control panela Low temperature buttonDelicate fabrics are dried at a lowertemperature.b Drying level buttonwith indicator lightsc Displayd Delay start

DisplayThe following are selected via thedisplay:–Delay start–Duration of the Cool air and Warm airprogrammes–Programmable functionsThe display also s

Care symbolsBefore drying check the dryingsymbol on the care label. If there areno symbols, dry at your own risk!q ...Dryatnormal temperaturer .

Brief instructionsThe headings numbered (A, B, C ...)show the operating sequence and canbe used as a brief guide to using yourmachine.A Sort the laund

D Select a programme^Select the programme you want.The Cottons Normal Plus program isrecommended for a normal load and isthe program used in energycon

F Start the programmeThe Start/Stop button will flash when aprogramme is being selected. Theflashing indicates that a programmecan be started.^Press t

Low temperatureFor all delicate or minimum ironfabrics with the r symbol on thecare label (e.g. acrylic garments).–The programme duration is longer.–O

Cottons Max. load: 6 kg*Extra dry, NormalFabric type Single and multi-layered cotton fabrics such as towelling,jerseywear, T-shirts, underwear.Notes–S

Woollens handcare Max. load: 2 kg*Fabric type Woollen fabricsNote–This programme only fluffs up woollen garments. They arenot dried completely by this

Automatic Max. load: 3.5 kg*Normal+, Normal, Hand ironFabric type Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum ironprogrammes. Sort ac

Disposal of the packingmaterialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly for disposaland

Once a programme has started- changing the programmeYou cannot change to anotherprogramme once a programme hasstarted (this prevents unintentionalalte

The system lock prevents yourmachine being used without yourknowledge.It can be activated if wished.The dryer's electronics are then locked.The d

Emptying the condensed watercontainerThe condensed water will be collectedin the condensed water containerunless the appliance has been fittedwith a d

Cleaning the fluff filtersThe fluff which is created by the dryingprocess is collected by the fluff filters inthe door and the door opening. Cleanthe

Cleaning them with waterIf there is a great deal of compactedfluff on any of the filters, they can beremoved and cleaned under hotrunning water.^Open

Cleaning the condenser unitDetergent residue, hair and fine flufffrom the dryer can get through the flufffilters and block the condenser unit.Dust fro

^Pull the condenser unit out of itshousing by the handle.Checking the condenser unit^Hold the condenser unit up to thelight as shown.^Check to see if

^Then flush the unit through from thefront.^ Check the condenser unit again forany visible fluff and if necessary flushit through again until it has a

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

Problem Possible cause RemedyThe Clean outairways indicatorlight comes on.This indicator light comeson to warn you that thedryer is not workingefficie

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Other problemsProblem Possible cause RemedyThe dryingprocess goeson too long oreven switchesoff.In somecircumstances,the Clean outairwaysindicator lig

Problem Possible cause RemedyWater leaks from themachine after thecondenser unit hasbeen cleaned.–The inner cover of thecondenser unit has notbeen loc

Problem Possible cause RemedyThe tumble dryer fails tostart when switched on.No obvious cause.–Is the dryer switchedon?–Is the plug correctlyinserted

Changing the lampDisconnect the machine from themains electricity supply.^Open the door.You will find the interior lamp cover atthe top of the drum ap

In the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, please contact–Your Miele Dealer or–The nearest Miele ServiceDepartment (see back cover fo

Front viewa Supply cable for electricalconnectionb Condensed water containerc Control paneld Doore Service panel for condenser unitf Four height-adjus

Rear viewa Protruding lid for holding whenmoving the machine (see arrows)b Air inlet vent for cooling thecondenser unitc Mains connection cabled Exter

Aligning the machineThe machine must be perfectly level toensure safe and proper operation.^The screw feet can be adjusted tocompensate for any uneven

External condensed wateroutletGeneral notesWhen drying is in progress, condensedwater is pumped into the condensedwater container through the drain ho

External drainage via a sink or gully^See "Front view" illustration.,If you want to drain the water offinto a sink you will need to secureth

Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Check and fault messages ...

1 Adapter2 Nut3 Hose clip4 End of the hose5 Non-return valve6 Tumble dryer drain hose^Fit adapter 1 to the sink drain outletusing nut 2.If this nut ha

Electrical connectionThis tumble dryer is supplied ready forconnection to an a.c. single phasesupply. The machine is supplied with amains cable with m

Programme Load Final spin speedin a domestic washing machineEnergy Durationkg* rpm kWh MinutesCottonsNormal6.0 1000 (60 % residual moisture)**12001400

Height 850 mmHeight for building under 820 mmWidth 595 mmDepth 580 mmDepth with door open 1060 mmSuitable for pushing under a worktop YesSuitable for

Programmable functionsfor changingstandard settingsThe programmable functions areused to alter the machine'selectronics to suit changingrequireme

Extending the range of thedrying levelsYou can extend the range of thedrying levels for many of theprogrammes:Machine iron+(drier than Machine iron).H

Altering the volume of thebuzzerThe buzzer has two volumes.NormalThe buzzer sounds at the end of aprogramme (default setting).LoudThe buzzer sounds at

Memory functionThe electronics will memorise anyadditional options selected for aprogramme.The duration selected for the Warmair and Cool air programm

Extending the cooling downtimeThe cooling down phase which takesplace before the end of a programmecan be lengthened if required. Thismakes the garmen

Clean out airways indicatorFluff should be removed after drying.The Clean out airways indicator willremind you to clean the filters when acertain amou

~It is essential to read theseinstructions.This tumble dryer conforms tocurrent safety requirements.Inappropriate use can, however,lead to personal in

Keypad toneAn audible tone sounds each timeyou select a programme.Follow steps A to F to programmeand store in memory.Before you begin, first ensure t

Adjusting the dryer'selectronics for very soft water,In some areas, water isextremely soft which can affect thesensitivity of the control electro

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Technical safety~Before setting up the tumble dryer,check it for any externally visibledamage.Do not install or use a damaged tumbledryer.~Before conn

Correct use~To prevent the risk of fire, thefollowing textiles must not be dried inthis tumble dryer:–Items which have not been washed.–Items, such as

~To prevent the risk of fire, thefollowing textiles or products must notbe dried in this tumble dryer:–Fabrics which contain a largeproportion of rubb

~The dryer must not be used withoutthe fluff filters in place or if the flufffilters are damaged in any way.~The fluff filters must be cleanedregularl