Miele W 163 Operations Instructions

Operating instructionsfor Washing machineW 163To avoid the risk of accidents ordamage to the machine it isessential to read these operating instructio

Future updates (PC)The indicator or check light marked PCallows a service engineer to updateyour machine in future years.If, for example, new programm

Control panela Start buttonstarts the wash programme.b Additional option buttonsAdditional options can be added tothe basic programme.Use the top butt

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

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 yourwashing machine, please read thesections "Before washing", "Loading

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 40°C 7FabricVery lightly soiled fabrics, which can be washed in the Cottonsprogramme.Additional option Water plusNotes–Use less detergent (

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

Loading the drum and addingdetergentB Switch on the washing machineand open the lid^Press in theI-ON/0-OFF button.^Press theLidbutton and open theoute

C Load the drum^Unfold the laundry and load looselyin the drum. To achieve best results itis advisable to make up mixed loadsconsisting of both large

Take care not to trap items oflaundry when closing the drumflaps.^ Before closing the inner lid, pull upthe lock a, . . .^ . . . and engage properly b

E Add detergentIt is important to dispense the correctamount, because . . .. . . too little detergent results in:–Laundry not getting properly cleanan

Programme selectionG Select a programme^ Turn the programme selector to therequired programme.H Select a spin speed^Press the "Spin" button

IntensiveFor heavy soiling where staining isvisible.The duration of the main wash isincreased.Pre-washFor heavily soiled and stained items.SoakFor hea

At the end of a programmeK Open the lid^Press the Lid button.^Open the outer lid fully.^Open the inner lid.L Open the drum and remove thelaundryCheck

Adding or removing laundryafter a programme has startedLaundry can be added or removedafter any programme has alreadystarted.^Press theLidbutton once.

Interrupting a programme^Switch the washing machine off withtheI-ON / 0-OFFbutton.To continue with the same programme:^Switch the machine back on with

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

Programme sequenceThis washing machine has fullyelectronic controls with automatic loadrecognition. It takes in the right amountof water required for

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 softto handle and help prevent static clingwhen tumble drying.Starch stiffens an

,Disconnect the machine from themains electricity supply andwithdraw the plug from the socketbefore cleaning the machine.^Clean the casing with a mild

Cleaning the detergent dispenserdrawerRemove detergent residues regularly.^ Pull out the detergent dispenserdrawer and remove.^Pull out the conditione

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 r

The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comeson.Problem Possible cause Remedy AThe Check drain lightflashes.The water outlet isblocked.Cl

A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programmecontinues as normal.Problem Possible cause Remedy AThe Check drainlight flashes.The drain outle

Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Altering a programme once selected .

General problems or an unsatisfactory wash result.Problem Possible cause RemedyThe machineshakes during thespin cycle.The transport base leverhas not

Problem Possible cause RemedyLiquid detergentdoes not give therequired result.Liquid detergents usuallycontain no bleachingagents. They do notremove f

Problems with opening/closing or a "buzzing" soundProblem Possible cause RemedyThe drum opening is notin the upper position.An imbalance has

Problem Possible cause RemedyThe outer lid cannot beopened and there is a"buzzing" sound. TheRinse hold and Withoutspin indicator lights are

Opening the lid in the event ofa blocked drain outlet and/orpower failure^Switch the washing machine off.^ Use the yellow lever to open theaccess flap

^Clean the fluff filter thoroughly.^ Check that the impeller can turneasily. Remove any foreign objects(e.g. buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff.Clean the

After Sales ServiceIn the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, please contact–Your Miele Dealer or–The Miele Service Department (seeba

Front viewa Mains connection cableb Inlet hosec Lid with fascia paneld Access to fluff filter, drain pump andemergency releasee Transport base leverf

Transport baseThis washing machine is fitted with atransport base to allow it to be movedaround.Push the lever over to the left whenusing the machineO

Removing the transit fittings^Remove the packaging and positionthe washing machine where you wantto use it.^ Unscrew and remove the 4 outerscrews mark

Transport base. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Removing the transit fittings

Installation surfaceA concrete floor is the most suitableinstallation surface for a washingmachine. It is far less prone to vibrationduring the spin c

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 1.5metre long drain hose must not bekinked as

Electrical connection U.K.All electrical work should be carried outby a suitably qualified and competentperson, in strict accordance withnational and

Load Consumption dataEnergy Water Durationin kWh in litres normal IntensiveCottons95°C 5.0 kg 1.70 45 1 h 38 min 1 h 53 min60°C1)5.0 kg 0.95 45 - 1 h

Height 90 cmHeight with lid open 139 cmWidth 45 cmDepth 60 cmWeight, empty 99 kgCapacity 5 kg dry laundryVoltage see data plateConnected load see data

Programmable functionsfor changingstandard settings

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

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

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

The transport base lever must beover to the left when the washingmachine is in operation. Only then isthe stability of the machine guaranteed.If the c

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