Miele SOFTTRONIC W 1215 Operations Instructions

Operating instructionsfor Washing machineW 418To avoid the risk of accidents ordamage to the machine it isessential to read these operating instructio

Locking functions (programme lock-ing, system lock)Electronic programme lockingElectronic programme locking preventsthe door from being opened or thep

Control panela Start buttonStarts the wash programmeb Additional option buttonsAdditional options can be added tothe basic programme.Use the top butto

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

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 30°C to 95°C 9ö876Fabric Cottons and linen fabrics, e.g. bed linen, table linen,towelling, jeans, underwear, T-shirts, nappies.

Delicates cold to 40°C 21Fabric For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibresand easy care cotton shirts and blouses.Curtains, includin

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

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

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

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 theI-On/0-Offbutton.C Open the drum door^Press theDoorbutton and open thedrum door.D Loa

Additional optionsH Select additional option(s)Additional options can be selected aslong as they are compatible with thebasic programme being used.Eac

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

At the end of a programmeWhen theAnti-crease/Finishindicatorlight comes on the laundry can beremoved from the drum. (This lightstays on at the end of

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 machine off with theI-On/0-Offbutton.To continue with the same programme:^Switch the machine on with theI-On/0-Off

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

Woollens /Main washWater level: mediumWash rhythm: WoollensRinsesWater level: mediumNo of rinses: 2SpinningRinse and interim spin2): yesFinal spin: ye

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

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

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 machine from themains electricity supply andwithdraw the plug from the socketprior to cleaning the machine.^Clean the casing with a mi

Cleaning the detergent dispenserdrawerRemove detergent residues regularly.^ Pull out the detergent dispenserdrawer until a resistance is felt. Pressdo

Cleaning the water inlet filtersThe washing machine has two filters toprotect the inlet valves.These filters should be checked everysix months or so,

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 Check drain lightflashes.The water outlet isbl

A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programmecontinues as normal.Fault indicator Possible cause Remedy AThe Check drain lightflashes.The dra

General problems or an unsatisfactory wash resultProblem Possible cause RemedyThe machine shakesduring the spin cycle.The four feet are notresting eve

Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Altering a programme once selected .

Problem Possible cause RemedyLiquid detergentdoes not give therequired result.Liquid detergents donot contain bleachingagents. They do notremove fruit

The drum door does not open when you press 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 lever behind the detergentdr

Once the flow of water ceases:^ Remove the fluff filter completely.^ Clean the fluff filter thoroughly.^Remove any foreign objects (e.g.buttons, coins

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

Front viewa Inlet hose (tested to withstandpressure of at least 7,000 kPa)b Electricity supply cablec - f Flexible drain hose (withdetachable swivel e

Rear viewa Protruding lid for holding whenmoving the machineb Electricity supply cablec Inlet hose (tested to withstandpressure of at least 7,000 kPa)

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

^Using the spanner supplied turn theleft-hand transit bar 90°, then^withdraw the transit bar.^Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°,then^withdraw the tr

^Fit the covers on to the two holes.Then plug the holes as shown withthe caps.^Secure the transit bars to the back ofthe washing machine. Make sure th

Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Building under a continuousworktop/in a kitchen run–A special building under conversionkit* is required.The machine lid must be replaced bya cover pla

The Miele water protectionsystemThe Miele water protection systemprotects the washing machine fromwater damage.The system consists of three maincompon

Connection to the water supplyThe machine should be connected to amains water supply in accordance withlocal and national safety regulations.The Germa

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 32 min 1 h 47 min60°C1)5.0 kg 0.95 45 – 1 h

Height 85.0 cmWidth 59.5 cmDepth 58.0 cmDepth with door open 94.5 cmWeight 93 kgMaximum floor load 1600 Newton (approx. 160 kg)Capacity 5 kg dry laund

Programmable functionsfor changingstandard settings

To avoid the risk of accidents anddamage to the machine please readthese instructions carefully beforeusing it for the first time. Theycontain importa

The programmable functions can beused to tailor washing programmes tosuit your individual requirements.The programmable functions areactivated with th

Follow steps A to G to programmeand store in memory.Before you begin, first ensure that:–The washing machine is switched off.–The machine is properly

Gentle actionActivating gentle action reduces thedrum action and is suitable forwashing slightly soiled articles moregently. It should be activated fo

Top-up rinse for CottonsWhen this is activated, additionalwater flows into the drum at the endof the main wash to cool the sudsdown. Hot suds can dama

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

SoakA length of time of between 30 minutesand 2 hours can be programmed in 30minute increments for the soakprocess.If the soak button is pressed these

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This machine must only beconnected to the on-site watersupply using a new hose kit. Old hosesmust not be re-used. Check the hoseregularly for signs of

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 theSil