Operating instructionsfor Washing machineW 5740To avoid the risk of accidents ordamage to the machine it isessential to read these instructionsbefore
Control panela Extra option buttonsVarious extra options can be addedto the washing programmes.b DisplaySee the following page for moreinformation.c T
The following are selected via thedisplay:– wash temperature– spin speed– programmable functions– cancellation of a programme– safety lockThe display
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 looselyinto the drum. Mixing bo
F Select an extra option(s)^ Select an extra option by pressingthe appropriate button. The relevantindicator light will come on to showwhich extra opt
G Add detergentIt is important to dispense the correctamount, because... . . too little detergent results in:–Laundry not getting properly cleanand w
H Start the programme^Press the flashing Start/Stop button.The estimated programme duration willappear in the display once theprogramme has started. D
Final spin speedYou can reduce the final spin speed.However, you cannot select a final spinspeed higher than that shown in thechart above.Rinse and in
Disposal of the packingmaterialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly for disposaland
Programme chart20Cottons 9ö8E76* cold to 95°C Max. load 7.0 kgFabric Cotton, linen or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling,underwear, T-shi
Programme chart21Automatic plus 7621* cold to 40°C Max. load 5.0 kgFabric Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimumiron programmes.
The following extra options can be selected in addition to the programme:ShortWater plusPre-washPre-wash + SoakExtra quietCottons XXXXXMinimum iron XX
WashingThe figure quoted in the bucket is themaximum temperature the garmentcan be washed at. The number ofbars under the symbol indicates thelevel of
Main wash Rinses SpinningWaterlevelWashrhythmWaterlevelRinses InterimspinFinalspinProgramme sequence24Cottons d a ( 2-41)2)LLMinimum iron ( c e 2-33)L
d = Low water level( = Medium water levele = High water levela = Intensive rhythmb = Normal rhythmc = Gentle rhythmd = Sensitive rhythme = Ultra sensi
Cancelling a programmeYou can cancel a programme at anytime after it has started.^Press the Start/Stop button.Cancel programme^Press the flashing Star
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
The correct detergentAll modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable.Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these are supplied
Detergent29UniversaldetergentDetergentforcolouredsDetergentfordelicatesSpecialistdetergentProofingagentFabricconditionerMinimum iron X X – – – XCotton
Caring for our environment ...2Warning and Safety instructions ...6Operating t
The right amount to dispense willdepend on the following:–The quantity of laundry–The soiling level of the laundryLightly soiledNo visible dirt or sta
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 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 themachine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put rig
Fault messages in the displayProblem Possible cause Remedy A; lights up in thedisplay andDrain faultflashes.–The water outlet isblocked orrestricted.–
General problemsProblem Possible cause RemedyThe machine shakesduring the spin cycle.The machine feet are notlevel.Level the machine (see"Install
An unsatisfactory wash resultProblem Possible cause RemedyLiquid detergentdoes not give therequired result.Liquid detergents usuallycontain no bleachi
The drum door does not open when you press the Door buttonPossible cause RemedyThe machine is notconnected to theelectricity supply and/or isnot switc
Detergent ...28The correct detergent ...28Water softene
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 drain filter completely.^ Clean it thoroughly.^Remove any foreign objects (e.g.buttons, coins, etc.) and flu
In the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, pleasecontact:–your Miele Dealer or–Miele (see back cover for contactdetails).When contact
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 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 machineThe machine must stand perfectly levelon all four feet to ensure safe andproper operation.Incorrect installation may increaseelec
The fitting of building-under kits andstacking kits must only beundertaken by qualified andcompetent persons, in accordancewith the instructions suppl
Levelling the machine ...48Screwing out and adjusting the feet ...48Building
The Miele water protectionsystemThe Miele water protection systemprotects the washing machine fromwater damage.The system consists of three maincompon
Connection to the watersupplyThe machine should be connected to amains water supply in accordance withlocal and national safety regulations.The German
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 connection U.K.All electrical work should be carried outby a suitably qualified and competentperson, in strict accordance withcurrent natio
Consumption data54Load Consumption dataEnergy Water Durationin kWh in litres Short NormalCottons 95°C 7.0 kg 2.20 55 2 h 20 min60°C1)7.0 kg 1.05 55 2
Height 850 mmWidth 595 mmDepth 615 mmDepth with door open 975 mmHeight for building under 820 mmWidth for building under 600 mmDepth for building unde
The programmable functions areused to alter the machine'selectronics to suit changingrequirements.Programmable functions can bealtered at any tim
Water plusThis programmable function is usedto select the water intake setting forthe Water plus extra option.There are three different options:Water
CodeA code can be used to lock theelectronics on the washing machineto prevent it being used without yourknowledge.When the code has been activated, y
Temperature unitYou can chose for the temperature tobe displayed in°C/Celsius or °F/Fahrenheit.The machine is delivered with°C/Celsius as the default
This washing machine conforms tocurrent safety requirements.Inappropriate use can, however,lead to personal injury and damageto property.To avoid the
Standby displayTo save energy, the display goes outand the indicator light for the Start/Stop button will start flashing slowly.The display will alway
Miele washing machines offer perfectcare for your laundry and feature awide range of special programmesdesigned to suit the fabric beingwashed. Miele
"UltraWhite" detergentThis multi-purpose powder detergenthas excellent stain removal propertiesand is suitable for white and lightcoloured l
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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
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