Miele W 1623 Operations Instructions

Operating instructionsWashing machineW 1623To avoid the risk of personal injury ordamage to the appliance, it isessential that you read theseoperating

Control panela DisplaySee the following page for moreinformation.b Temperature buttonFor selecting a temperature.c Spin speed buttonFor selecting the

The following functions are selectedfrom the display:– wash temperature– spin speed– programmable functions– program cancel– childproof (safety) lockT

Before the washer is used for thefirst time, it needs to be properlyinstalled and connected. See"Installation and connection".Because the wa

Energy and water consumption–To make the most out of each washload, load the maximum dry weightfor the program you have selected.–Use the Colours and

Brief instructionsThe bold headings numbered(A, B,C, ...) show the overall sequence ofsteps, and may be used as short-cutinstructions.A Prepare the la

B Switch the washer onC Load the washer^Press theDoor button to open thedrum door.^Unfold the laundry and load it looselyinto the drum. Mixing both la

F Select extra options^ Use the corresponding button toselect any desired extras. When anextra is selected, the matchingindicator light comes on.Not a

G Add detergentIt is important to use the right amount,because... . . too little detergent results in:–the laundry not getting clean, andturning grey

H How to start a program^Press the flashing Start/Stopbutton.The estimated program duration willappear in the display as soon as theprogram has starte

Final spin cycle speedProgram RPMNormal 1300Wrinkle Free 1200Delicates 600Woolens 1200Express 1300Extra White 1300Dress Shirts 600Colours 1200Darks/De

Disposal of packing materialsThe packing materials protect thewasher from damage during shipping.They have been selected with an eye toenvironmental c

Normal 50°C to coldFabric Items made fom cottons, linen or mixed fabricsNote: It is not possible to modify the spin speed.Wrinkle Free 60°C to 30°CFab

Extra White 90°C to 60°CFabric For white items with special hygienic requests.Dress Shirts 60°C to coldNote: Pre-treat soiled cuffs and collars as nee

The following extras can be added to a program:Extended Sensitive Heavy Soil BuzzerNormal XXXXWrinkle Free XXXXDelicates XXXWoolens / XExpress XXExtra

WashingThe number printed on the washtubsymbol indicates the maximum washtemperature for the garment.9 normal agitation4 normal agitationc reduced agi

Main wash Rinse SpinWaterlevelWashrhythmWaterlevelRinses InterimspinFinalspinNormal d a ( 2-31)LLWrinkle Free ( c e 2-32)LLDelicates e d e 3 – LWoolen

The washer is equipped with fullyelectronic controls and loadrecognition. It automatically determineshow much water is needed, based onthe size and ab

Canceling a programYou can cancel a program at any timeafter it has started.^Press the Start/Stop button.Cancel program^Press the flashing Start/Stop

Loading or removing laundry^Press the Door button until the frontdoor opens.^Load or unload the laundry.^Close the door.The program automatically proc

Selecting the right detergentYou can use any detergent designed for automatic washing machines. Consultthe package for dosages and instructions.Univer

The right amount to dispense willdepend on the following:– How soiled the laundry islightly soiledNo visible dirt or stains. Possiblyslight body odour

Caring for the environment...2Important safety instructions ...6Operating

Fabric softener, fabric shaper,and liquid starchStarchcan be used to give body andcrispness to laundered items.Fabric shapersare synthetic starches an

Cleaning the drumWashing at low temperatures and/orwith liquid detergents can allow germsand odours to form inside theappliance. At least once a month

Cleaning the siphon and softenerchannel1. Pull the siphon out of thecompartment § and rinse underwarm running water. Clean thesiphon tube the same way

Cleaning the water inlet filtersThe water inlet valves are protected bytwo filter screens. They need to bechecked approx. every 6 months. Ifthere are

What to do if...Many of the faults you may encounter during everyday use can be easily rectifiedyourself. This helps save time and money, because you

Fault messages in the displayProblem Possible cause RemedyAThe display lights up;andDrain faultflashes.–The water outlet isrestricted orblocked.–The d

General problemsProblem Possible cause RemedyThe washer shakesduring spin cycles.The feet are notleveled.Even out the feet so thewasher is stable, and

Unsatisfactory wash resultsProblem Possible cause RemedyYou used liquiddetergent and thelaundry isn't clean.Liquid detergents usuallydo not conta

The loading door cannot be opened with the Door buttonPossible cause RemedyThe washer is notconnected and/or switchedon.Insert the three-pin plug into

Opening the loading door(blocked drain outlet and/orpower outage)^Switch the washer off.Behind the flap that covers thedetergent compartment, there is

Detergent ...28Selecting the right detergent ...28Water soft

Once the flow of water ceases:^Pull the drain filter entirely out.^ Thoroughly clean the filter.^Turn the pump blade by hand tocheck that it moves fre

RepairsFor faults you cannot remedy yourself,please contact:–your Miele dealership or–the Miele Factory Repair Service.The telephone number for theFac

Front viewa Inlet hose for hot waterb Inlet hose for tap water (cold)c Power cordd - g Drain hose (with detachableswivel elbow)h Detergent dispenser d

Rear viewa Protruding lid to grip when movingthe washerb Power cordc Inlet hose for tap water (cold)d Inlet hose for hot watere Drain hosef Transport

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 t

,To avoid the risk of injury theholes for the transit bars must becovered after the transit bars havebeen removed.^ Plug the holes with the plastic ca

Levelling the machineTo ensure safe and proper operation,the washer must stand perfectly levelon all four feet.Improper footing may increase waterand

Installing under a countertop,The washer lid must NOT beremoved.Provided the workspace is highenough, the washer can be pushedunder a countertop with

The Miele water protectionsystemThe Miele water protection systemprotects the washer from waterdamage.The system consists of three maincomponents:1) t

Levelling the machine ...47Screw out and adjust the feet ...47Installing

This washer uses hot and coldhousehold water.The washer must always beconnected to a tap water line (coldwater, inlet hose with blue tag).Tap water li

Drainage systemThe appliance drains through a pumpwith a 1m delivery head. For the waterto drain freely, the hose must be free ofkinks. The swivel elb

Electrical connectionGROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSThis appliance must be grounded.In the event of a malfunction orbreakdown, grounding will reducethe risk of

Height 850 mmWidth 595 mmDepth 634 mmDepth with door open 1074 mmHeight for building under 850 mmWidth for building under 600 mmWeight 99 kgVoltage se

Programmable functionsfor changingdefault settingsYou can use the programmable functions to adjust the electronics to suitchanging requirements. Progr

To access programmable functionsUse the Start/Stop button and theprogram selector to access theprogrammable functions. Thissecond function for the but

Water plusUse the Water plus programmablefunction to set the options for theSensitive button.You can choose one of three options:Water +(Factory setti

Pin codeYou can use a pin code to lock theelectronics. This feature protects yourwasher against unauthorized use.Once the pin code is activated, you w

Temperature unitYou can choose whethertemperatures will be displayed in°C/Celsius or in°F/Fahrenheit.The factory setting is °C/Celsius.BuzzerWhen the

Standby displayTo save energy, the display goes outand the Start/Stop button will startflashing slowly.The display will always go out:–if no program i

This washer complies with allapplicable safety laws andregulations. Inappropriate use can,however, lead to personal injury andproperty damage.Please t

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Technical safety~Check the washer for externallyvisible damage before installation.Do not install or operate a damagedwasher.~Before plugging in the a

~The appliance is not designed foruse in non-stationary locations (forexample, on ships). However, this usemay be possible if a qualified specialistde

~Textiles that have been pre-treatedwith solvent-based cleaners must berinsed thoroughly in water before youwash them.~NEVER use solvent-based cleaner