Miele SOFTTRONIC W 1215 Operations Instructions

Operating instructionsfor Washing machineW 489iWPSTo avoid the risk of accidents ordamage to the machine it isessential to read these operating instru

Delay start h/minsDelay start allows you to delay the startof a programme from 30 minutes up toa maximum of 24 hours.Time left displayAfter the start

Control panela Door buttonopens the machine doorb I-ON/0-OFF buttonfor switching the machine on or off orinterrupting a programmec Displaysee followin

DisplayThe following functions are shown in thedisplay:–programme duration (Time leftdisplay)–delay start–programmable functionsProgramme durationIf a

Important control panelfeaturesProgramme selectorThe programme selector is used to setthe basic wash programme and thetemperature for that programme.

Before using the machine for the firsttime ensure that it is correctlyinstalled and connected. See therelevant section under "Installation".

Energy and water consumption–Water consumption and energyusage are determined by the size ofthe load.–Use theMixed washor theQuickwashprogramme for sm

Brief instructionsPlease note:To help familiarise yourself with how touse your washing machine please readthe sections "Before washing",&quo

Programme chartCOTTONS 9ö876Fabric Cottons and linen fabrics, e.g. bed linen, table linen,towelling, jeans, underwear, T-shirts, nappies.Additional op

DELICATES 21 + COLDFabric Acrylics, acetate and triacetate, 100% cotton easy careshirts and blouses.Curtains, specified machine-washable by the manufa

Quick wash 7Fabric Very lightly soiled fabrics, which can be washed in theCottons programme.Additional option Water plusNotes–Use less detergent (as f

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

Care symbols - washingCaresymbolsFabrictypesDescription ofprocessProgramme:(select the appropriate temperatureaccording to the temperature on thecare

Important - other care symbols/ Hand wash (If no temperatureis specified use the lowesttemperature or cold)h Do not washapf Dry cleanD Do not dry clea

Before washingA Sort the laundry^ Empty all pockets.,Foreign objects (e.g. nails,coins, paper clips, etc.) can causedamage to garments andcomponents i

Selecting a programmeB Switch on the washing machine^Press in the I-ON/0-OFF button.C Open the drum door^Press theDoorbutton and open thedrum door.D L

Additional optionsH Selecting additional options^ Press the appropriate additionaloption button.SoakFor heavily soiled and stained itemswith protein s

I Add detergentIt is important to dispense the correctamount, because . . .. . . too little results in the following:–Laundry will not be properly cle

Delay startJ Select delay start if required.^ Press theDelay startbutton. Eachpress on the button increases thedelayed time:– by 30 minutes up to 10 h

Adding or removing laundryafter a programme has startedLaundry can be added or removedafter the programme has started whenusing the following programm

Interrupting a programme^Switch the washing machine off withthe I-ON/0-OFF button.To continue with the same programme:^Switch the machine back on wit

Programme sequenceThis washing machine has fullyelectronic controls with automatic loadrecognition. This machine takes in theright amount of water req

Caring for our environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Disposal of the packing material . . .

WOOLLENSMain washWater level: mediumWash rhythm: WoollensRinsesWater level: mediumNo of rinses: 2SpinningRinse and interim spin2): yesFinal spin: yesQ

All modern detergents produced forautomatic washing machines aresuitable, including liquid, compact(concentrated), tablets, liquid tabletsand special

Fabric conditioners and liquidstarchFabric conditioners make garments softand fluffy to handle and help preventstatic cling when tumble drying.Starch

Electronic programme lockingProgramme locking prevents themachine from being opened or theprogramme cancelled during a washprogramme.To activate progr

Electronic system lockThe system lock prevents yourmachine being used without yourknowledge.When the system lock has beenactivated:–the drum door cann

,Disconnect the appliance fromthe mains electricity supply andwithdraw the plug from the socketprior to cleaning the machine.^Clean the casing with a

Cleaning the detergent dispenserRemove detergent residues regularly.^ Pull out the detergent dispenserdrawer until a resistance is felt. Pressdown the

Cleaning the filter in the waterinletThe washing machine has a filter toprotect the water inlet valve.The accessible filter in the union in theopen en

With the help of the following notes minor faults in the performance of theappliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put ri

The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comeson.Fault indicator Possible cause Remedy AThe buzzer sounds andthe Check drain lightflashes.

Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Altering a programme once selected .

A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme con-tinues as normal.Fault indicator Possible cause Remedy AThe Check drainlight flashes.The d

General problems or an unsatisfactory wash resultProblem Possible cause RemedyThe machineshakes during thespin cycle.The four feet are notresting even

Problem Possible cause RemedyLiquiddetergent doesnot give therequired result.Liquid detergents donot contain bleachingagents. They do notremove fruit,

The drum door cannot be opened by pressing the Door button.Possible cause RemedyThe machine is notconnected to theelectricity supply.Put the plug in t

Opening the drum door in theevent of a blocked drain outletand/or power failure^Switch the washing machine off.There is a yellow lever behind thedeter

Opening the drum door,Always make sure that the drumis stationary before reaching into themachine to remove laundry.Reaching into a moving drum isextr

Cleaning the fluff filterThe fluff filter access flap is visiblewhen the drum door is open.^ Open the access flap.^Unscrew the fluff filter completely

Customer contactIn the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself please contact–Your Miele dealer or–Your nearest Miele ServiceDepartment (s

Front viewa Electricity supply cableb Inlet hose with "Waterproof" systemc Flexible drain hose with detachableswivel elbowd Detergent dispen

Installation surfaceA concrete floor is the most suitableinstallation surface for a washingmachine, being far less prone tovibration during the spin c

Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B Turn the right hand transit bar 90°C.C Withdraw the two bars together withthe support plate.D Plug the holes with the plastic capssupplied.,The mach

Levelling the machineThe machine must stand perfectly levelon all four feet to ensure safe andproper operation.Incorrect installation may increaseelec

Washer and Dryer stackA Miele tumble dryer can be stackedwith the washing machine. A stackingkit and special accessories arerequired. These can be pur

Matching the fascia panel tothe height of adjacent drawerfrontsThe adapter can be height adjusted tomatch the height of adjacent drawerfronts by:–adju

Drilling template^Place the template on the lower edgeof the rear of the door panel.There are four short parallel marks in allfour corners of the temp

Option 2:^Drill the numbered holes and thescrew points for the inner door panelto the specified depth.On chipboard fronts: inject siliconesealant (su

Aligning the doorThe door must align so that it is flushwith the control panel. If the door is notflush with the control panel it will notshut properl

Fitting a plinth facingThe appliance plinth below the doorcan be fitted with a plinth facing tomatch your kitchen.The height and return of the applian

The Miele Waterproof systemThe Miele Waterproof system protectsthe washing machine from waterdamage.The system consists of three maincomponents:1) the

Connection to the water supplyInstallationFor the Miele Waterproof system tofunction correctly, it may only be fittedin the positions shown in theillu

Read the operating instructionsbefore using this machine for thefirst time. They contain importantinformation about the safety, use andmaintenance of

The plastic casing of the safety valve contains electrical components. The Wa-terproof system must only be connected to its own stopcock. It must not

Maintenance and careIf you intend to unscrew the MieleWaterproof system hose from thestopcock it is essential to disconnectthe machine from the electr

Connection to the drainagesystemThe machine drains via a drain pumpwith a delivery head of 1 metre*.The drain hose must not be kinked asthis restricts

Electrical connection U.K.All electrical work should be carried outonly by a suitably qualified andcompetent person, in strict accordancewith national

Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363If this machine is fitted with anon-rewireable plug, the followinginformation applies:If the socket outlets are not suitab

Load Consumption dataEnergy Water Durationin kWh in litres Normal IntensiveCOTTONS95°C 5.0 kg 1.70 45 1 h 26 min 1 h 41 min60°C1)5.0 kg 0.95 45 – 1 h

Height 82.0 cmWidth 59.5 cmDepth 60.0 cmDepth with door open 118 cmWeight 96 kgMax. floor load 1600 Newton (approx. 160 kg)Capacity 5 kg dry laundryVo

Programmable functionsfor changingstandard settings

The programmable functions can beused to tailor washing programmes tosuit your individual requirements.Water plus systemSelecting theWater plusadditio

Follow steps A to G to programmeand store a setting in memory.The programmable functions areactivated to call up further features notshown on the cont

The Miele "Waterproof system"protects from water damageprovided the following conditions havebeen met:–the machine is correctly plumbed inan

Gentle actionActivating gentle action reduces thedrum action. Slightly soiled items arewashed more gently. It should beactivated for garments with a s

Top-up rinse for COTTONSWhen this is activated, additional wa-ter flows into the drum at the end ofthe main wash to cool the suds down.Hot suds can da

Memory functionIf an additional option(s) is selectedfor a programme, and / or the spinspeed is altered, the machine storesthese changes in memory at

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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

Special programmes–Programme for hand-washablefabrics (Silks /)Hand-washable fabrics which creaseeasily and do not contain wool canbe washed in the Si