Miele W 4449 WPS LIQUIDWASH Operations Instructions Page 1

Operating instructionsfor Washing machineW 4449 WPS LiquidWashTo avoid the risk of accidents ordamage to the machine it isessential to read these inst

Control panela Programme buttonsFor selecting a washing programme.b Display with Menu buttonsSee the next pages for moreinformation.c PC / Optical int

DisplayThe display is used for the following:Selecting and displaying settings–Temperature–Spin speed–Soak duration–Delay start–Cancelling a programme

Menu buttonsVarious settings are made via the Menubuttons.They are used to alter or confirm thevalue displayed above the vertical line.To alter a sett

Preparing the washingmachineBefore using the machine for the firsttime ensure that it is correctlyinstalled and connected. See"Installation and c

For safety reasons, spinning is notpossible until the machine has beenset up for using for the first time. Toactivate the spinning function youmust ru

^Press the Automatic dispensingbutton.Normal soiling0 00ml* OK^Enter a dosage of 100 ml. Enter thefirst number with the left hand Menubutton under *.

How automatic liquiddetergent dispensing worksIf you start a programme using auto-matic dispensing, the washing machinewill calculate how much deterge

Useful tipsThe correct liquid detergentYou can fill the container with anybrand of liquid detergent. However, it isadvisable to fill it with the brand

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

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

B Switch on the washing machineThe interior drum lighting will come on.C Load the drum^Press the Door button to open thedrum door.^Unfold the laundry

You can now set the temperature andspin speed you want via the Menubuttons.CottonsDuration:1:49 h60°C1600 rpm^By pressing the left hand Menubutton und

E Add detergentToo little detergent results in:–Laundry not getting properly cleanand with time it may become greyand hard to the touch.–Greasy partic

Detergent dispensing drawerIf you want to run a programme usingpowder detergent or specialapplication agents, these should beadded to the detergent di

H Remove the laundry when theprogramme has finishedIn the anti-crease phase after theprogramme has finished, the followingwill appear alternately in t

ShortFor light to nomal soiling with no visiblestaining.The duration of the main wash isreduced.Water plusThe water level in the main wash andthe rins

Final spin speedProgramme rpmCottons 1600Minimum iron 1200Delicates 600Woollens 1200Automatic 1200Shirts 600Express 1600Denim 900Hygiene 1600Dark garm

With delay start you can choose whenyou want the programme to end. Thestart of a programme can be delayedfrom 30 minutes up to a maximum of24 hours, a

To alter delay startYou can subsequently select a laterprogramme end time if you wish.^Press the Delay start button.Delay start 9:05from 16:16 to 18:0

Cottons 98E76* 30°C to 95°C Max. load 6.0 kgFabric Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling,underwear, T-shirts etc.Extra op

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

Shirts cold to 60°C Max. load 2.0 kgNotes–Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary.–Wash silk garments in the Silks programme.Extra options Short, Wat

Curtains cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kgItem Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washableby the manufacturer. A pre-rinse without det

First wash cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kgFabric New items made of cotton, towelling and polyester fabrics.Note Use this programme to wash any chemical

Main wash Rinses SpinningWaterlevelWashrhythmWaterlevelRinses InterimspinFinalspinCottons d a ( 2-43)4)LLMinimum iron ( c e 2-35)LLDelicates e d e 3 –

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.Stopped:Cancel programmeContinueOK^Press

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

The right amount to dispense willdepend on the following:–The soiling level of the laundryLightly soiledNo visible dirt or stains. Possiblyslight body

Changing the programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Cancelling a programme ...

Fabric conditioners and liquid starchFabric conditioners make garments softto handle and help prevent static clingwhen tumble drying.Starch stiffens a

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

Cleaning the siphon and conditionerchannel1. Remove the siphon fromcompartment § and rinse underwarm running water. Clean thesiphon tube in the same w

Cleaning the dispensing unitThe container should be cleaned eachtime you change brand of liquiddetergent.Cleaning the container and lid,Do not use sol

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 themachine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put rig

Fault messages in the displayProblem Possible cause Remedy A2FaultCheck drainagesystem–The water outlet isblocked orrestricted.–The drain hose hasbeen

Problems with the automatic liquid detergent dispensingsystemProblem Possible cause RemedyNo liquid detergenthas been dispensed.The liquid detergentco

Problem Possible cause RemedyThe laundry is notclean even though thedosage level is setcorrectly.Liquid detergentsusually contain nobleaching agents.T

General problemsProblem Possible cause RemedyThe machine shakesduring the spin cycle.The machine feet are notlevel.Level the machine (see"Install

Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Front view...

An unsatisfactory wash resultProblem Possible cause RemedyGrey, greasyparticles cling towashed laundry.Insufficient amounts ofdetergent were used tobr

The door will not openPossible cause RemedyThe machine is notconnected to theelectricity supply and/or isnot switched on.Insert the plug in the socket

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–the Miele Customer Contact Centre(see back cover for c

Front viewa Inlet hose with "Waterproof" systemb Electricity supply cablec - f Flexible drain hose (withdetachable swivel elbow)g Control pa

Rear viewa Protruding lid for holding whenmoving the machineb Electricity supply cablec Inlet hose with "Waterproof" systemd Drain hosee Tra

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.^ Fit the covers onto the two holes.

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

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

Washer-dryer stackA T 200, T 4000, T 7000 or T 8000 Mieletumble dryer can be stacked on thismachine using a WTV stacking kitwhich can be purchased fro

Dispensing unitThe dispensing unit (liquid detergentcontainer, lid and base) are storedin the drum when the washingmachine is delivered.^Open the door

Fitting the tube,The tube must not be kinked,squashed or damaged in any way.Do not remove the stopper at theend of the tube until after it has beenfit

Fitting the base,Only use the screws suppliedto secure the dispensing unit to thelid of the washing machine.Using different screws coulddamage the was

The Miele Waterproof systemThe Miele Waterproof system protectsthe washing machine from waterdamage.The system consists of three maincomponents:1) the

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

Maintenance and careIf you intend to unscrew the MieleWaterproof system hose from thestopcock it is essential to disconnectthe machine from the electr

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

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

Load Consumption dataEnergy Water Durationin kWh in litres Short NormalCottons 95°C 6.0 kg 1.99 47 2 h 09 min60°C1)6.0 kg 1.02 47 1 h 49 min60°C 3.0 k

Height 850 mmWidth 595 mmDepth 634 mmDepth with door open 1074 mmWeight 99 kgMaximum floor load 1,600 Newton (approx. 160 kg)Capacity 6 kg dry laundry

Settings menufor changing default settingsThe Settings menu can be used to alter the machine's electronics to suitchanging requirements.Settings

To open the Settings menu^Connect the machine to theelectricity supply.^Switch on the washing machine.^Press both menu buttons at the sametime until t

Detergent dosageIf you change the brand of liquiddetergent for the automatic dispensingsystem you will also need to alter thedosage level set for it.S

Lock codeThe code prevents your machinebeing used without your knowledge.When the code has been activated, youhave to enter a code after switching the

Temperature unitYou can chose for the temperature tobe displayed in °C/Celsius or°F/Fahrenheit.A tick L will appear beside the optionto show that it h

Standby displayTo save energy, the display goes outand the indicator light for theStart/Stop button will start flashingslowly.The display will always

Miele washing machines offer perfectcare for your laundry and feature awide range of special programmesdesigned to suit the fabric beingwashed. And no

"UltraWhite" detergentThis multi-purpose powder detergenthas excellent stain removal propertiesand is suitable for white and lightcoloured l

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

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