Miele W5877WPS Edition111 Operations Instructions

Operating instructionsfor Washing machineW 5877 WPS Edition 111To avoid the risk of accidents ordamage to the machine it isessential to read these ins

Correct use~Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperaturesbelow freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split. Thereliability o

~If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the machineshould not need to be descaled. If, however, you do wish to descalethe machine only use p

Accessories~Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved byMiele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and productliability c

Control panela Eco feedback buttonSee "Eco feedback" in "Washingenvironmentally and economically"for more details about this funct

Second function of the Delay start(V), Temperature (OK) and Spinspeed (W) buttonsThese buttons have a second functionwhen Further programmes 4 isselec

Optional programme packagesYou can have additional programmepackages (containing a number ofindividual programmes) loaded intoyour machine.These have

Before using the machine for the firsttime ensure that it is correctlyinstalled and connected. Alsocheck that the drain filter is securelytightened to

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

Eco feedbackThe Eco feedback button is used forcalling up information about themachine's energy and waterconsumption.The Eco feedback button must

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.The drum lighting will go outautomatically after five minutes. Pressthe Door bu

B. Selecting programmes using theprogramme selector at the Furtherprogrammes 4 position and thedisplay^ Turn the programme selectorclockwise until the

G Select Delay start (if required)The start of a programme can bedelayed from 15 minutes up to 24hours, allowing you to make use ofnight-time economy

I Start the programme^Press the flashing Start/Stop button.If a Delay start time has been selected,then this will count down in the display. Atthe end

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

Delay start allows you to choose whenyou want the programme to start. Thestart of a programme can be delayedfrom 15 minutes up to a maximum of 24hours

Please refer to the separate booklet for information on programmes available asadditional programme packages.Programme chart26Cottons 9876* cold to 90

Programme chart27Express 20 76* cold to 40°C Max. load 3.5 kgUse for Cotton and minimum iron garments that have hardly been worn orare only very light

Programme chart28Steam care Max. load 2.0 kgUse for Reducing the amount of creasing in damp, freshly washed andspun garments.Notes–5-6 shirts make up

Programme chart29SpinNotes – To drain only: Select No . (No spin).– Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.Separate rinse/Starch Max. load 7.

Caring for our environment ...2Warning and Safety instructions ...6Operating t

Extra options are selected ordeselected by pressing the appropriatebutton and via the display.^ Press the Short button or the Stains 4button and/or th

Pre-washFor laundry with large amounts of dirte.g. dust, sand.SoakFor heavily soiled items with proteinstains.You can select a soak time of between30

The following Extra options can be selected in addition to the programme:ShortStainsSteam smoothingWater plusPre-washSoakExtra quietCottons ## ####Min

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 sequence34Cottons 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

Detergent39UniversaldetergentDetergentforcolouredsDetergentfordelicatesSpecialistdetergent*Proofingagent**FabricconditionerMinimum iron X X – – – XCot

Detergent ...38The correct detergent ...38Water softene

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 liquidstarchStarchStiffens and gives body to items oflaundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths and bedlinen.Fabric conditionersMake ga

A range of Miele branded cleaning andconditioning products is available toorder from Miele or the internet atwww.miele-shop.com.Cleaning the drum (Hyg

^Clean the siphon.1. Remove the siphon fromcompartment § and rinse under hotrunning water. Clean the siphon tubein 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

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

The following fault messages appear in the display and theprogramme stopsFault message Possible cause Remedy A;Drainfault–The water outlet isblocked o

The following fault messages appear in the displayFault message Possible cause RemedyHeating faultThe washing machine isnot heating up the water.Start

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

Problem Possible cause RemedyLarge amounts ofdetergent residue remainin the detergentdispenser drawer.The water pressure istoo low.–Clean the filter i

Levelling the machine ...60Screwing out and adjusting the feet ...60Building

An unsatisfactory wash resultProblem Possible cause RemedyLiquid detergentdoes not give therequired result.Liquid detergents usuallycontain no bleachi

The drum door will not openPossible cause RemedyThe washing machine isnot connected to theelectricity supply and/or isnot switched on.Insert the plug

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 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.^ Plug the holes with the plastic ca

This washing machine conforms to current safety requirements.Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury anddamage to property.To avoid th

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*and stacking kits* must only beundertaken by qualified andcompetent persons, in accordancewith the instructions sup

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

Height 850 mmWidth 595 mmDepth 615 mmDepth with door open 993 mmHeight for building under 820 mmWidth for building under 600 mmDepth for building unde

68Consumption dataLoad Consumption dataEnergy Water Duration Residualmoisturein kWh in litresCottons 90°C 8.0 kg 2.30 64 2 h 29 min 50%60°C 8.0 kg 1.5

Consumption data69The consumption data displayed using the Eco feedback function may differfrom the values shown above. The deviation relates to the m

Safety with children~Children 8 years and older may use, clean or maintain thewashing machine without supervision only if they have been shownhow to d

The Settings are used to alter themachine's electronics to suitchanging requirements.Settings can be altered at any time.To access SettingsBefore

Total usageThis gives the sum total of all energyand water consumption.EnergyThis gives the sum total of all energyconsumption.WaterThis gives the sum

Gentle actionActivating Gentle action reduces thedrum action and is suitable forwashing slightly soiled items moregently. It should be activated forga

Temperature unitYou can choose for the temperatureto be displayed in °C/Celsius or°F/Fahrenheit.The machine is delivered with°C/Celsius as the default

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 washing machine, check it for any externallyvisible damage.Do not install or use a damaged washing machine.~Bef

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~Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for theuser, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only beundertaken by a M