Miele W 1986 WASHING MACHINE - OPERATING Operations Instructions

Operating instructionsfor Washing machineW 3831 WPSTo avoid the risk of accidentsor damage to the machine,it is essential to read theseinstructions be

Control panela Programme buttons e-For selecting a washing programme.b Soiling buttonFor specifying the degree of soilingof the laundry.Water plus but

DisplayThe display shows:–the programme duration (Time leftdisplay)–delay start–the programmable functionsProgramme durationAfter the start of a progr

Before using the machine for the firsttime ensure that it is correctlyinstalled and connected. See"Installation and connection". Alsocheck t

Energy and water consumption–Water consumption and energyusage are determined by the size ofthe load.To make the most out of yourmachine, load the max

Brief instructionsThe headings numbered A, B, C,...show the operating sequence and canbe used as brief instructions.A Sort the laundry^ Empty all pock

B Switch on the washing machineC Load the drum^Press the Door button to open thedrum door.^Unfold the laundry and load looselyin the drum. Mixing both

Specify the degree of soiling of thelaundryPress the top button to select thedegree of soiling. Normal is the defaultsetting.Use the lower button to s

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

F Select Delay Start, if wishedDelay start allows you to delay the startof a programme from 30 minutes up toa maximum of 24 hours, allowing you tomake

The washing machine will adjust theprogramme to suit the degree of soilingselected.LightNo visible dirt or stains.The duration of the main wash isredu

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

Final spin speedProgramme rpmAutomatic 1200Cottons 1400Minimum iron/Delicates 1200Woollens 1200Silks 400Express 1400Dark garments 1200Shirts 600Denim

Automatic 40°C to cold Max. load 3.5 kgFabric Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum ironprogrammes. Sort according to colour.No

Silks / 30°C to cold Max. load 2.0 kgFabric Hand-washable fabrics with no wool content, e.g. satin, lace andsilk.Note Place socks, tights, bras etc. i

Main wash Rinses SpinningWaterlevelWashrhythmWaterlevelRinses InterimspinFinalspinAutomatic ( abc e 2-32)LLCottons d a ( 2-31)LLMinimum iron/Delicates

This machine has fully electroniccontrols with automatic loadrecognition. It takes in the right amountof water required for the programmedepending on

WashingThe figure quoted in the bucket is themaximum temperature the garmentcan be washed at. The number ofbars under the symbol indicates thelevel of

Cancelling a programmeYou can cancel a programme at anytime after it has started.^Press the Start/Stop button briefly.The suds will be pumped away and

Adding or removing laundryafter a programme has started^Press the Door button to open thedrum door.^Add or remove items.^Close the drum door.The progr

System lockThe system lock prevents yourmachine being used without yourknowledge.If the system lock has been activated itis not possible to start a pr

The correct detergentAll modern detergents produced for automatic Front loading washing machinesare suitable. Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if thes

Caring for our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Warning and Safety instructions . . . .

The right amount to dispense willdepend on the following:–The quantity of laundry.–The soiling level of the laundry.Lightly soiledNo visible dirt or s

Fabric conditioners and liquidstarchFabric conditionersmake garments soft to handle and helpprevent static cling when tumbledrying.Starchstiffens and

,Disconnect the machine from themains electricity supply andwithdraw the plug from the socketbefore cleaning the machine.,The washing machine must not

^Clean the siphon.1. Remove the siphon fromcompartment § and rinse underwarm running water. Clean thesiphon tube in the same way.2. Replace the siphon

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

What to do, if...With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of theappliance, some of which may result from incorrect operat

The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comeson.Problem Possible cause Remedy AThe buzzer sounds andthe Drain check lightflashes. "–

General problemsProblem Possible cause RemedyThe Excess detergentcheck light comes on.Excessive foam hasbuilt up during washing.Use less detergent nex

An unsatisfactory wash resultProblem Possible cause RemedyLiquid detergentdoes not give therequired result.Liquid detergentsusually contain nobleachin

The drum door cannot be opened by pressing the Door buttonPossible cause RemedyThe machine is notconnected to theelectricity supply.Insert the plug in

Changing the programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Cancelling a programme ...

Opening the drum door in theevent of a blocked drain outletand/or power failure^Switch the washing machine off.There is a filter flap opener behind th

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

In the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, pleasecontact:–your Miele Chartered Agent or–the Miele Service Department (seeback cover f

Front viewa Inlet hoses with "Waterproof system"for cold water and hot waterconnectionb Electrical connectionc - f Flexible drain hose (with

Rear viewa Protruding lid for holding whenmoving the machineb Electricity supply cablec Inlet hose with "Waterproof" systemfor hot water con

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

,To avoid the risk of injury theholes for the transit bars must becovered after the transit bars havebeen removed.^ Fit the covers on to the two holes

Levelling the machineThe machine must stand perfectly levelon all four feet to ensure safe andproper operation.Failure to level the machine can result

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

Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Front view...

The Miele Waterproof systemThe Miele Waterproof system protectsall parts of the washing machine fromwater damage.The system consists of three maincomp

Connection to the watersupply,The plastic casing of the safetyvalve contains electricalcomponents. The Waterproof systemmust only be connected to its

Connection to the watersupplyThe washing machine must alwaysbe connected to the mains watersupply (inlet hose with blue dots).Cold water connection (m

Connection to the drainagesystemThe machine drains via a drain pumpwith a delivery head of 1 metre*. Thedrain hose must not be kinked as thisrestricts

Electrical connectionThe washing machine is supplied with amains cable with moulded plug forconnection to a 230V mains supply.The voltage, rated load

Consumption data for AS/NZ 2040.2:2005 StandardMax. load Consumption dataEnergy Water Durationin kWh in litres Normal soilCold waterconnectCottons 40°

Consumption with hot water connection (55°C)Max. load Consumption dataEnergy Water Degree of soilingin kWh in litres Light NormalAutomatic 40°C 3.5 kg

Height 850 mmWidth 595 mmDepth 580 mmDepth with door open 975 mmHeight for building under 820 mmWidth for building under 600 mmDepth for building unde

Programmable functionsfor changing default settingsThe programmable functions can be used to tailor washing programmes to suityour individual requirem

Water plus systemThis is used to select the water intakesetting for the Water plus button.There are three different options:Setting 1(the machine is d

This washing machine conforms tocurrent safety requirements.Inappropriate use can, however,lead to personal injury and damageto property.To avoid the

Gentle actionActivating gentle action reduces thedrum action and is suitable forwashing slightly soiled articles moregently.Gentle action can be activ

Suds cooling in the CottonsprogrammeWhen this is activated, additionalwater flows into the drum at the endof the main wash to cool the sudsdown. Hot s

Increase the duration of themain washThis setting is used to select thelength of time (15, 30 or 60 minutes)by which the main wash is increasedwhen th

BuzzerWhen the buzzer function has beenactivated, an audible tone sounds atthe end of a programme or whenRinse hold is reached.There are three differe

Keypad tonesAn audible tone sounds each time abutton is pressed.The washing machine is delivered withthe keypad tone switched off.Follow steps A to G

Memory functionIf an Extra(s) is selected for aprogramme, and / or the spin speedis altered, the machine stores thesechanges in memory at the start of

Pre-wash with the HeavyDegree of soiling optionThis setting is used to activate ordeactivate an automatic pre-washwhenever the Heavy Degree ofsoiling

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Technical safety~Before setting up the washingmachine, check it for any externallyvisible damage.Do not install or use a damagedwashing machine.~Befor

~This washing machine may only beused in mobile installations such asships if a risk assessment of theinstallation has been carried out by asuitably q

~Textiles which have beenpre-treated in solvent based cleaningagents must be thoroughly rinsed inclean water before being washed in themachine.~Never