Operating instructions

for washing machines

To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine, it is essential

to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.

en-GB M.-Nr. 10 201 010

Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing mate‐ Disposal of your old machine

rial Electrical and electronic machines often
The packaging is designed to protect contain valuable materials. They also
the washing machine from damage dur‐ contain materials which, if handled or
ing transportation. The packaging ma‐ disposed of incorrectly, could be po‐
terials used are selected from materials tentially hazardous to human health and
which are environmentally friendly for to the environment. They are, however,
disposal and should be recycled. essential for the correct functioning of
your machine. Please do not therefore
Recycling the packaging reduces the dispose of it with your household
use of raw materials in the manufactur‐ waste.
ing process and also reduces the
amount of waste in landfill sites. Ensure
that any plastic wrappings, bags etc.
are disposed of safely and kept out of
the reach of babies and young children.
Danger of suffocation.

Please dispose of it at your local com‐

munity waste collection / recycling cen‐
tre or contact your Dealer for advice.
Ensure that it presents no danger to
children while being stored for disposal.

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 Contents

Caring for the environment ................................................................................... 2

Warning and Safety instructions ......................................................................... 6

Operating the washing machine......................................................................... 13

Before using for the first time............................................................................. 15

Running the first programme ................................................................................. 15

Washing environmentally and economically ..................................................... 16

1. Prepare the laundry ......................................................................................... 17

2. Select a programme ........................................................................................ 18

Select delay start, if required ................................................................................. 18

3. Load the washing machine ............................................................................. 19

Open the door........................................................................................................ 19

4. Select programme settings............................................................................. 20

Select an extra option(s) ........................................................................................ 20

5. Add detergent................................................................................................... 21

6. Start the programme - the end of a programme........................................... 22

Extra options ........................................................................................................ 23

Short ...................................................................................................................... 23
Pre-wash ................................................................................................................ 23
Soak ....................................................................................................................... 23
Water plus .............................................................................................................. 23

Spinning ................................................................................................................ 24

Delay start............................................................................................................. 25

Programme chart ................................................................................................. 26

Garment care label symbols ............................................................................... 29

Programme sequence ......................................................................................... 30

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Contents
Changing the programme sequence ................................................................. 32
Cancelling a programme........................................................................................ 32
Removing laundry after cancelling the programme .......................................... 32
Interrupting a programme ...................................................................................... 32
Changing a programme ......................................................................................... 32
Temperature ...................................................................................................... 32
Spin speed........................................................................................................ 32
Extra options..................................................................................................... 32
Adding or removing laundry after the programme has started.............................. 33

Detergent .............................................................................................................. 34
The correct detergent ............................................................................................ 34
Definition of the soiling level ............................................................................. 34
Dispensing aids...................................................................................................... 34
Water softeners...................................................................................................... 34
Fabric conditioner and liquid starch ...................................................................... 34
Miele recommended detergents ............................................................................ 35
Recommended detergents in accordance with Directive (EU) Nr. 1015/2010 ...... 36
Adding fabric conditioner or liquid starch separately ............................................ 37

Cleaning and care ................................................................................................ 38

Cleaning the drum.................................................................................................. 38
External casing and fascia panel ........................................................................... 38
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer.............................................................. 38
Cleaning the water inlet filter ................................................................................. 40

Problem solving guide ......................................................................................... 41

The programme does not start .............................................................................. 41
The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on......................... 42
A check or fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme
continues as normal............................................................................................... 43
General problems with the washing machine ........................................................ 44
An unsatisfactory wash result ................................................................................ 45
The door will not open ........................................................................................... 46
Opening the door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure ...... 47
Procedure for draining the washing machine ................................................... 47
Opening the door.............................................................................................. 48

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After sales service ............................................................................................... 49
Repairs ................................................................................................................... 49
Guarantee: U.K....................................................................................................... 49
Guarantee: Other countries.................................................................................... 49
Optional accessories ............................................................................................. 49

Installation and connection................................................................................. 50

Front view............................................................................................................... 50
Installation surface ................................................................................................. 52
Removing the transit bars ...................................................................................... 52
Re-fitting the transit bars ....................................................................................... 54
Levelling the machine ............................................................................................ 55
Screwing out and adjusting the feet ................................................................. 55
Building under a continuous worktop/ in a kitchen run .................................... 56
Washer-dryer stack........................................................................................... 56
Please note: ...................................................................................................... 56
The water protection system ................................................................................. 57
Connection to the water supply............................................................................. 58
Connection to the drainage system ....................................................................... 59
Electrical connection U.K....................................................................................... 60

Technical data ...................................................................................................... 61

Consumption data ............................................................................................... 62

Note for test institutes............................................................................................ 62

Programmable functions..................................................................................... 63
Water plus system ................................................................................................. 63
Gentle action.......................................................................................................... 64
Suds cooling .......................................................................................................... 65
Memory .................................................................................................................. 66
Soak duration......................................................................................................... 67

Optional accessories ........................................................................................... 68

Detergent ............................................................................................................... 68
Specialist detergents ............................................................................................. 68
Fabric care ............................................................................................................. 69

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Warning and Safety instructions

This washing machine complies with current safety requirements.

Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and dam‐
age to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the machine, please
read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time.
They contain important information on its safety, use and mainte‐
nance.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users
are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future user.

Correct application
 This washing machine is intended for use in domestic households
and similar working and residential environments.
 The washing machine is not intended for outdoor use.
 It must be used only as a domestic appliance to wash items
which are specified by the manufacturer as being washable on the
wash care label. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting
from incorrect or improper use or operation.
 The washing machine can only be used by people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or
knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown
how to use it safely and recognise and understand the consequen‐
ces of incorrect operation.

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 Warning and Safety instructions

Safety with children

 Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the wash‐
ing machine unless they are constantly supervised.
 Children 8 years and older may only use the washing machine un‐
supervised if they have been shown how to use it safely and recog‐
nise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
 Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the washing
machine unsupervised.
 Please supervise children in the vicinity of the washing machine
and do not let them play with it.
 For machines with a 'porthole' door, remember that the porthole
glass will be hot when washing at very high temperatures. Do not let
children touch it.

Technical safety
 Please observe the instructions in "Installation and connection"
and "Technical data".
 Before setting up the washing machine, check it for any externally
visible damage. Do not install or use a damaged machine.
 Before connecting the washing machine, ensure that the connec‐
tion data on the data plate (fuse rating, voltage and frequency)
match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a quali‐
fied electrician.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 Reliable and safe operation of this washing machine can only be

assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
 The electrical safety of this washing machine can only be guaran‐
teed when correctly earthed.
It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met. If in any
doubt, please have the wiring system of the building tested by a
qualified electrician.
Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
 Do not connect the washing machine to the mains electricity sup‐
ply by a multi-socket adapter, extension lead or similar. These do
not guarantee the required safety of the machine (fire hazard due to
the risk of overheating).
 Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele origi‐
nal spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can Miele guaran‐
tee the safety standards of the machine.
 The electrical socket must be easily accessible after installation
so that the machine can be disconnected from the electricity supply
if necessary.
 Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the
user, for which the manufacturer cannot accept liability. Repairs
should only be undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician,
otherwise any subsequent damage will not be covered by the guar‐
antee.
 If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced
by a Miele authorised service technician to protect the user from
danger.

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 Warning and Safety instructions

 The machine must be isolated from the electricity supply when

cleaning and maintaining the machine and in the event of a fault.
 The Miele "Water protection system" protects from water damage
provided the following conditions are met:
– the machine is correctly plumbed in and connected to the elec‐
tricity supply.
– if a fault or damage has been identified, the machine must be ex‐
amined by a competent person before further use, and repaired if
necessary.
 The water flow pressure must be at least 100 kPa and should not
exceed 1000 kPa.
 In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or
other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the machine and its
surroundings in a clean condition at all times. Any damage which
may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered
by the guarantee.
 The machine must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.
on a ship).
 Do not make any alterations to the machine, unless authorised to
do so by Miele.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Correct use
 Do not install the washing machine in a room where there is a risk
of frost. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the elec‐
tronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing
point.
 Before using the machine for the first time, check that the transit
bars at the rear of the machine have been removed (see "Installation
and connection - Removing the transit bars"). During spinning, a
transit bar which is still in place may result in damage to both the
machine and adjacent furniture or appliances.
 Turn off the stopcock if the machine is to be left for any length of
time (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor drain (gully) in the
immediate vicinity.
 Flooding danger.
If hooking the drain hose into a wash basin, check that the water can
drain off quickly enough to prevent the sink from overflowing. Make
sure the drain hose is secure, so that the force of the water flowing
out of the hose does not dislodge it.
 Take care to ensure that foreign objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins,
paper clips) do not find their way into the machine with the laundry.
These may damage components of the machine (e.g. suds contain‐
er, drum), which in turn can result in damage to the laundry.

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 Warning and Safety instructions

 The maximum load for this washing machine is 7 kg (dry weight).

See the "Programme chart" for the maximum recommended loads
for individual programmes.
 If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the machine
should not need to be descaled. If, however, you do wish to descale
it, only use a proprietary natural citric acid based descaling agent.
Miele recommends using Miele descaling agent which is available to
order online at www.miele-shop.com or from Miele. Strictly observe
the instructions on the packaging.
 Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based cleaning
agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being wash‐
ed in the machine.
 Do not use solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing
benzine, in this machine, as this may result in damage to component
parts and create toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a fire and ex‐
plosion hazard.
 Do not use solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing
benzine, to clean the surfaces of the machine. They can cause dam‐
age to plastic surfaces.
 Only use dyes specified by the manufacturer as being suitable for
use in a domestic washing machine. Always observe the manufac‐
turer's instructions carefully.

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Warning and Safety instructions

 Colour run and dye removers contain sulphur compounds which

can cause damage such as corrosion. Do not use these products in
this machine.
 If detergent comes into contact with the eyes, rinse them thor‐
oughly with lukewarm water immediately. If swallowed, seek medical
assistance immediately and retain the packaging or label for refer‐
ence. Those with skin problems or sensitive skin should avoid their
skin coming into contact with detergent.

Accessories
 Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by
Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product
liability claims will be invalidated.
 A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked on top of a Miele washing
machine using the appropriate stacking kit (available as an optional
accessory). Please make sure you order the correct one for the Miele
washing machine and Miele tumble dryer.
 If installing the machine on a Miele plinth, (available as an optional
accessory, depending on country), please make sure you order the
correct one for this washing machine.

Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compli‐

ance with these Warning and Safety instructions.

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 Operating the washing machine

a Display f Programme sequence indicator

See the next page for more informa‐ lights
tion. Show which stage of the programme
has been reached.
b Start button
– For selecting delay start. g Check / Fault indicator lights
– For starting the wash programme. – see "Problem solving guide".
– The PC check light is also used by
c Extra option buttons
service technicians to run diagnos‐
For selecting extra options. Use the
tic checks and may be used to up‐
upper button to select either Short,
date programming data in the fu‐
Pre-wash or Soak. Use the lower
ture.
button to select Water plus.
Indicator light on = option selected h  button
Indicator light off = option not selec‐ For switching the washing machine
ted on and off.
To save energy the washing machine
d Spin button with spin speed indica‐
will switch off automatically 15 mi‐
tor lights nutes after the end of the pro‐
For selecting the spin speed gramme/anti-crease phase or after
e Programme selector being switched on if no other selec‐
For selecting the wash programme tion is made.
and temperature for that programme. i Door button
The programme selector can be For opening the door.
turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.

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Operating the washing machine
Display Delay start
The display shows: The delay start time selected will ap‐
pear in the display.
– the programme duration (time left
display) After the programme has started the
delay start time will begin to count
– the delay start function
down.
– the programmable functions
Once the delay start time has elapsed,
Programme duration the estimated programme duration will
appear in the display.
After the programme has started the
programme duration will appear in the Programmable functions
display in hours and minutes.
The programmable functions can be
If delay start has been selected, the used to tailor washing programmes to
programme duration will appear at the suit your personal requirements. In pro‐
end of the delay start time. gramming mode, the display will show
the function selected.

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 Before using for the first time

 Before using the machine for the Running the first programme
first time ensure that it is correctly in‐  Open the stopcock.
stalled and connected. See "Installa‐
tion and connection". Also check  Press the  button in.
that the drain filters are securely  Turn the programme selector to Cot‐
tightened to prevent the risk of water tons 60°C.
leaks during use.
 Press the Start button.
This washing machine has undergone When the programme has finished, your
a complete functional test at the fac‐ machine is ready to use for the first
tory and there will be some residual time.
water in the drum from this process.
 Switch the washing machine off with
For safety reasons, spinning is not pos‐ the  button at the end of the pro‐
sible until the machine has been pre‐ gramme.
pared for using for the first time. To ac‐
tivate the spinning function you must
run a wash programme without laundry
and without detergent.
Using detergent could result in an ex‐
cessive build-up of foam.
This also activates the ball valve. The
ball valve prevents detergent escaping
from the suds container into the sump
during a wash programme, thus making
maximum use of the detergent.

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Washing environmentally and economically
Energy and water consumption Detergent
– Water consumption and energy us‐ – Do not exceed the amounts of deter‐
age are determined by the size of the gent recommended by the manufac‐
load. turer on the packaging.
To make the most of your machine,
– Adjust the dosage to the degree of
load the maximum dry load for the
soiling of the laundry.
programme you are using.
– Reduce the amount of detergent with
– When smaller amounts of laundry are
washed, the automatic load recogni‐ smaller loads (approx. 1/3 less than
tion system will reduce the amount of the amount recommended can be
water and energy used. used when washing a half load).

– Use the Express 20 programme for Choosing the correct extra option
small, lightly soiled loads. (Short, Soak, Pre-wash)
– Modern detergents make it possible Select:
to wash at lower temperatures (e.g. – A wash programme together with the
20°C). Washing using lower tempera‐ Short extra option for light to normal
ture settings will save energy. soiling where there are no obvious
– Use the Soak extra option instead of marks.
Pre-wash. If Soak is followed imme‐ – A wash programme without any extra
diately by a main wash, the same options for normal to heavy soiling
suds are used. with visible staining.
– To maintain the hygiene of the ma‐ – A wash programme together with the
chine, carry out a hot wash (60°C or Soak extra option for heavily soiled
above) using powder detergent at laundry.
regular intervals. The Hygiene info
check light will appear to remind you – The Pre-wash extra option for laun‐
to carry out a hot wash. dry with large amounts of dirt (e.g.
dust, sand).

When drying with a tumble dryer

Selecting the highest possible spin
speed for the wash programme will
save energy when drying in a tumble
dryer afterwards.

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 1. Prepare the laundry
Tip: Badly soiled areas can be pre-trea‐
ted with liquid detergent, stain remov‐
ers etc. first, following the manufactur‐
er's instructions. With particularly stub‐
born stains ask your dry cleaner for ad‐
vice.

 If you use a solvent-based

cleaning agent (e.g. one containing
benzine) to pre-treat a stain, make
sure that any plastic parts (e.g. but‐
tons) are protected, and that the
cleaning agent is rinsed off before
 Empty all pockets.
washing the garment in the machine.
 Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins,
paper clips, etc.) can cause damage  Do not use solvent-based clean‐
to garments and to components in ing agents in or on this machine.
the machine.
General tips
Sort the laundry – Curtains: Remove lead weights first
 Sort the laundry by colour and by or place in a laundry bag.
care label. Most garments have a tex‐ – Underwiring and collar stiffeners: Any
tile care label in the collar or side loose wiring in bras, shirt collar stiff‐
seam. eners, etc. should be removed or
Tip: Dark textiles often contain excess sewn in.
dye and should be washed separately – Close any zips, attach velcro fasten‐
several times before being included in a ers, fasten hooks and eyes etc. be‐
mixed load. Always wash whites and fore washing.
coloureds separately.
– Fasten duvet covers, pillow cases
Pre-treat stains etc. to prevent small items from being
rolled up inside them.
 Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should
be cleaned as soon as possible, pref‐ Do not wash any items in this washing
erably whilst still fresh. Spillages machine which are specified by the
should be carefully dabbed off using manufacturer as not washable on the
a soft, colourfast cloth. Do not rub. care label ( symbol).

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2. Select a programme

Switch on the washing ma‐ Programme selection

chine
 Press the  button.

Select delay start, if required

Make sure the programme selector is
at the Finish position .

 Turn the programme selector to the

required programme.
The display will show the estimated
programme duration (unless you have
selected a delay start time).
During the first 10 minutes, the machine
measures how much water is being ab‐
 Press the Start button repeatedly to sorbed by the laundry. The programme
select the delay time you want. duration may be longer or shorter de‐
Tip: Please see "Delay start" for more pending on the is absorbency rate.
information.

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 3. Load the washing machine

Open the door Close the door

 Press the Door button to open the Make sure that no items are caught
door. between the door and the seal.
 Unfold the laundry and load loosely
into the drum.

Mixing both large and small items

gives better wash results and also
helps distribute the load evenly during
spinning.

Please note the maximum load for the

different wash programmes. The rele‐
vant programme load is always shown
in the display when you select a pro‐
gramme.
The most efficient use of energy and  Shut the door with a gentle swing.
water is achieved when a full load is
washed. However, do not overload as
this reduces cleaning efficiency and
causes creases.

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4. Select programme settings

Select an extra option(s) Select a spin speed

Each press of the upper button selects You can alter the pre-set spin speed
the extra options: Soak or Pre-wash or of a wash programme.
Short or no extra option.
Use the lower button to select the Wa‐
ter plus extra option.

 Press the Spin button repeatedly until

the indicator light of the spin speed
you want comes on.
 Select the extra option(s) you want.
Tip: Not all the extra options are suita‐
ble for use with every programme.

You can only select extra options

which are compatible with the pro‐
gramme being used.

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 5. Add detergent
It is important to dispense the correct
amount, because . . .
. . . too little detergent results in:
– Laundry not getting properly clean
and with time it may become grey
and hard to the touch.
– Greasy particles clinging to laundry.
– Limescale deposits on the heater ele‐
ments.
. . . too much detergent results in:
 Pull out the detergent dispenser
– Excessive foam which causes a low
drawer and add detergent to the
level of agitation and poor wash,
compartments as follows:
rinse and spin results.

– High water consumption (an addi‐
Detergent for the pre-wash (divide the
tional rinse cycle will automatically
total recommended amount as follows:
switch in).
add 1/3 to compartment  and 2/3 to
– A burden to the environment. compartment )

Detergent for the main wash, including
Soak, if selected

Fabric conditioner or liquid starch
 Close the detergent dispenser draw‐
er.
Tip: See "Detergent" for further infor‐
mation.

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6. Start the programme - the end of a programme

Start the programme Check that all items have been re‐
 Press the flashing Start button. moved from the drum. Items left in
the drum could discolour other items
– The programme duration will appear in the next wash or become discol‐
in the display once the programme oured themselves.
has started.
– If a delay start time has been selec‐
ted, this will count down in the dis‐
play until the programme starts. The
programme duration will then appear
in the display.

At the end of a programme

When the programme has finished the
Anti-crease/Finish indicator light will
light up in the programme sequence
display and an 0 will appear in the dis‐
play.
 Check the folds in the door seal for
The washing machine will switch off any small articles, e.g. buttons, which
automatically 15 minutes after the end might be lodged there.
of the anti-crease phase. Press the 
 Switch the washing machine off with
button to switch it back on again.
the  button and turn the pro‐
 Press the Door button to open the gramme selector to Finish.
door.  Close the door. Otherwise there is a
 Remove the laundry. danger of objects being placed inad‐
vertently in the drum. If these re‐
mained unnoticed and were washed
in the next load, they could damage
the laundry.

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 Extra options
You can use the extra options buttons The following extra options
to augment the wash programmes. can be selected in addition to
Short the programme:
Only one of the following extra options
Use this option for light soiling with no
can be selected at a time: Short, Pre-
visible staining.
wash and Soak.
The wash duration is reduced.

Short

Pre-wash

Soak

Water plus
Pre-wash
For laundry with large amounts of dirt,
e.g. dust and sand.
Cottons X X X X
Soak
Minimum iron X X X X
For heavily soiled and stained items
with protein stains. Automatic plus – – – –

– A duration of between 30 minutes Dark garments / X X X –

and 2 hours can be programmed in Denim
30 minute increments for the soak Express 20 X1) – – X
process.
Shirts X X X X
– The factory default setting is 2 hours.
Woollens  – – – –
See "Programmable functions - Soak"
for instructions on how to programme a Delicates X X X –
different soak period.
Drain / Spin – – – –
Water plus Separate rinse / – – – X
Starch
The water level in the wash and rinse
stages is increased.
X = Can be selected
However, you can select other settings
– = Cannot be selected
for Water plus. These are described in
"Programmable functions". 1) = Can be deselected

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Spinning

Final spin speed Rinse and interim spin

Programme rpm There is a spin after the main wash and
between the rinses. A reduction in the
Cottons 1400
final spin speed will also reduce the in‐
Minimum iron 1200 terim spin speed. If a spin speed of less
Automatic plus 1200 than 700 rpm is selected for the Cot‐
Dark garments / Denim 1200 tons programme, an additional rinse is
introduced.
Express 20 1400
Shirts 600 To omit the final spin (Rinse
Woollens  1200 hold)
Delicates 600  Press the Spin button until the 
Drain / Spin 1400 (Rinse hold) indicator light comes on.
The laundry will not be spun and will
Separate rinse / Starch 1400
remain suspended in the final rinse
You can reduce the final spin speed. water. This reduces creasing if the
However, you cannot select a final spin laundry is not going to be removed
speed higher than that shown in the immediately after the end of the pro‐
chart above. gramme.

Tip: For programmes with a maximum – To start the final spin:

spin speed not shown on the control Use the Spin button to select the
panel, the nearest spin speed above it spin speed you want. The machine
will light up. However, to protect the will begin the final spin.
laundry the machine will only spin at – Press the Door button. the water will
the spin speed quoted in the chart. drain away. Press the Door button
again to open the door.

To omit rinse and interim spin

and the final spin
 Press the Spin button repeatedly until
the  light comes on.
After the last rinse, the water will be
pumped away and the anti-crease
phase will switch in. In some pro‐
grammes an additional rinse is intro‐
duced with this setting.

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 Delay start
With Delay start you can choose when Tip: Holding the Start button pressed in
you want the programme to start. You automatically increases the duration up
can delay the start of the programme to 24 hours.
by 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24
hours, allowing you to make use of To alter Delay start
night-time economy electricity rates, for It is not possible to alter the Delay start
example. time after the programme has been se‐
lected.
To select Delay start
To cancel Delay start
Make sure the programme selector is
at the Finish position .  Press the Start button again when 
 shows in the display.
The Delay start indicator  will flash in
To cancel Delay start after you have
the display.
pressed the Start button
You can now use the Start button to se‐  You will have to cancel the pro‐
lect the delay start time you want. gramme.
Make sure the programme selector is
at the Finish position .

 Press the Delay start button. Each

press on the button increases the de‐
lay start time:
– in 30 minute increments up to 10
hours,
– in 1 hour increments from 10 hours
upwards.

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Programme chart

Cottons 30°C to 90°C Max. load 7.0 kg

Use for Cotton, linen or cotton mix fabric, e.g. table linen, towelling, under‐
wear, T-shirts etc.
Note Where particularly high levels of hygiene are required please select a
temperature of 90°C or higher.
Cottons / Max. load 7.0 kg
Use for Normally soiled cotton garments.
Note – These settings are the most efficient in terms of energy and water
consumption for washing cottons.
– With  the actual wash temperature reached will be lower than
60°C although the wash performance is the same as with the
standard Cottons 60°C programme.
Note for test institutes:
The test programme conforms to EN 60456 and the energy label to Directive
1061/2010.
Minimum iron 60°C to 20°C Max. load 3.5 kg
Use for Synthetic, mixed fibre and easy care cotton.
Note Reduce the spin speed for fabric which creases easily.
Automatic plus 40°C Max. load 5.0 kg
Use for Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum iron
programmes.
Note The wash parameters (e.g. water level, wash rhythm and spin
speed) are adjusted automatically in this programme to ensure the
best possible care and wash result for each item.

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 Programme chart

Dark garments / 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg

Denim
Use for Black and dark items made of cotton, mixed fibre or denim.
Notes – Wash inside out.
– Denim often contains excess dye and may run during the first few
washes. Wash light and dark coloured items separately.
Express 20 40°C Max. load 3.5 kg
Use for Cotton garments that have hardly been worn or are only very lightly
soiled.
Note The Short option is activated automatically.
Shirts 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg
Notes – Pre-treat soiled cuffs and collars if necessary.
– Wash silk shirts and blouses in the Delicates programme.
Woollens  cold and 30°C Max. load 2.0 kg
Use for Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend fabric. If
the care label does not specify a temperature, wash using the cold
setting.
Notes Reduce the spin speed for items which crease easily.
Delicates cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg
Use for Delicate garments made from synthetic fibre, mixed fibre, rayon and
viscose.
Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washable by
the manufacturer.
Notes – Dust in curtains usually makes a programme with pre-wash advis‐
able.
– Deselect the spin for items which crease easily.

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Programme chart

Drain / Spin –
Notes – Drain only: Select  for the spin speed.
– Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed.
Separate rinse / Starch Max. load 7.0 kg
Use for – Rinsing handwashed items.
– Starching table cloths, serviettes and workwear.
Notes – Reduce the spin speed for items which crease easily.
– The laundry should be washed but not treated with fabric condi‐
tioner.
– Items will be rinsed very effectively using two rinse cycles by acti‐
vating the Water plus extra option. The  or  option of the Wa‐
ter plus system programmable function must be activated.

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 Garment care label symbols

Washing Drying
The figure quoted in the bucket is the The number of dots indicates the dry‐
maximum temperature the garment ing temperature
can be washed at. The number of  Normal temperature
bars under the symbol indicates the
level of agitation permitted.  Low temperature

 No bar under the symbol:  Do not tumble dry

= normal agitation
Ironing
 One bar under the symbol:
= reduced agitation The number of dots indicates the iron‐
ing temperature
 Two bars under the symbol:
= much reduced agitation  Hot iron (max. sole plate temp.
approx. 200°C)
 Hand wash (if no temperature is
specified, use the lowest tem‐  Medium hot iron (max. sole
perature or cold) plate temp. approx. 150°C)

 Do not wash  Cool iron (max. sole plate temp.

approx. 110°C).
Programme selection examples Do not steam iron garments
carrying this symbol as this
Programme Garment care la‐ could cause irreversible dam‐
bel symbols age.
Cottons   Do not iron

Minimum iron  Professional cleaning
 Dry clean only. The letters indi‐
Automatic plus 
 cate the type of cleaning agent
Express 20  required.
Woollens    Professional Wet Clean only
Delicates   Do not dry clean

Bleaching
 Any oxidising bleaching agent
can be used
 Only use an oxygen based
bleach or a non-chlorine bleach
 Do not bleach

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Programme sequence

Main wash Rinses Spinning

Water Wash Water Rinses
level rhythm level
Cottons    2-41)2) 
Minimum iron    2-33) 
Automatic plus    2-33) 
Dark garments / Denim    3 
Express 20    1-33) 
Shirts    2 
Woollens     2 
Delicates    3 
Drain / Spin – – – – 
Separate rinse / Starch –  1 

Please see the next page for a description of the symbols.

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 Programme sequence

 = Low water level Special features in the pro‐

 = Medium water level gramme sequence
Anti-crease:
 = High water level
At the end of the programme the drum
 = Intensive rhythm continues to turn at intervals for up to
 = Normal rhythm 30 minutes to help prevent creasing.
Exception: There is no anti-crease
 = Gentle rhythm phase in the Woollens programme.
 = Sensitive rhythm The door can be opened at any time
during the anti-crease phase.
 = Ultra sensitive rhythm 1)
A second rinse is carried out when a
 = Handwash rhythm
temperature of 60°C and above has
 = Carried out been selected. A third rinse is carried
– = Not carried out out when a temperature below 60°C
is selected.
The washing machine has fully elec‐ 2)
A third or fourth rinse is carried out if:
tronic controls with automatic load rec‐
ognition. It takes in the right amount of – there is too much foam in the drum
water required for the programme de‐ – a spin speed lower than 700 rpm has
pending on the amount of laundry and been selected
its absorbency rate.
–  is selected
The programme sequences shown in
3)
the chart are based on the standard A third rinse is carried out if:
programme with a full load. Extra op‐ –  is selected
tions which can be selected have not
been taken into account.

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Changing the programme sequence

Cancelling a programme Interrupting a programme

You can cancel a programme at any  Switch the washing machine off with
time after it has started: the  button.
 Turn the programme selector to Fin‐  Switch the washing machine back on
ish. with the  button to continue with
the same programme.
The water will drain away. The pro‐
gramme is cancelled as soon as the
Anti-crease/Finish indicator light comes
Changing a programme
on and  appears in the display. After the start of a programme it is not
possible to select a different pro‐
Selecting a different programme af‐ gramme.
ter cancelling the programme
 Switch the washing machine back on Temperature
with the  button. It is possible to select a different tem‐
perature up to 6 minutes after the pro‐
 Check that there is still detergent in
gramme has started.
the dispenser drawer. Add more de‐
tergent if necessary. Spin speed
 Turn the programme selector to the It is possible to change the spin speed
programme you want and start the at any time.
programme by pressing the Start but‐
ton. Extra options
It is possible to select or deselect the
Removing laundry after cancelling Water plus extra option up to 6 minutes
the programme after the programme has started.
 Turn the programme selector to
Drain/Spin.
Tip: Select an appropriate spin speed.
 Press the Start button.
The suds will be pumped away.
 Press the Door button to open the
door.

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 Changing the programme sequence

Adding or removing laundry af‐

ter the programme has started
 Press the Door button until the door
opens.
 Add or remove items.
 Close the door.
The programme will continue automati‐
cally.
Please note:
Once a programme has started the
washing machine cannot recognise any
adjustment to the load.
For this reason, if laundry is added or
removed after the start of a programme,
the machine will always complete the
programme cycle assuming a full load
This can lead to an increase in the time
left displayed.
The door cannot be opened, if:
– the suds temperature is above 55°C.
– the water is above a certain level.
– the final spin is being carried out.

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Detergent

The correct detergent Dispensing aids

All detergents produced for automatic Use dispensing aids, (e.g. balls) if these
washing machines are suitable. Follow are supplied with the detergent, partic‐
the manufacturer's instructions and ularly when using liquid detergent.
dosage recommendations on the pack‐
aging. Refill packs of detergent
For users in Asia: When purchasing detergent buy refill
please use a low foaming detergent packs wherever possible. This helps re‐
suitable for use in front-loading ma‐ duce the amount of waste packaging.
chines
Water softeners
The right amount to dispense A water softener can be used to cut
will depend on the following: down on the use of detergents in areas
– the soiling level of the load with water hardness levels II and III.
Dispense according to the amount
– the quantity of the laundry specified on the packaging. First add
– the water hardness level. detergent and then the water softener.
Check with your local water supplier You can then use the recommended
if you do not know the hardness level amount of detergent for water hardness
in your area. level I.
Definition of the soiling level
Fabric conditioner and liquid
– Lightly soiled starch
No visible dirt or stains. Possibly
slight body odour. Fabric conditioner
makes garments soft to handle and
– Normally soiled helps prevent static cling when tumble
Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight drying.
stains.
Starch
– Heavily soiled stiffens and gives body to items of
Soiling and/or stains clearly visible. laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths and bed
Water hardness levels linen.

Hardness Hardness level German scale

scale in mmol/l °d
I (soft) 0 – 1.5 0 – 8.4
II (medium) 1.5 – 2.5 8.4 – 14
III (hard) above 2.5 above 14

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 Detergent

Miele recommended detergents

Miele detergents and care products have been specially designed for Miele wash‐
ing machines. They are available to order via the internet at www.miele-shop.com
or from Miele.
Miele Miele Miele Miele
UltraWhite UltraColor Wool and deli‐ fabric condi‐
cates detergent tioner
Cottons   – 
Minimum iron –  – 
Automatic plus –  – 
Dark garments / Denim –  – 
Express 20 –  – 
Shirts   – 
Woollens  – –  
Delicates – –  

 Recommended
– Not recommended

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Detergent

Recommended detergents in accordance with Directive

(EU) Nr. 1015/2010
The recommendations apply to the temperature ranges given in the Programme
chart.
Universal Coloureds Delicates and Specialist
woollens
detergent
Cottons   – –
Minimum iron –  – –
Dark garments / Denim –  1) – 
Express 20 – 1) – –
Shirts   – –
Woollens  – –  
Delicates – –  –

 Recommended 1) Liquid detergent

– Not recommended 2) Powder detergent

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 Detergent

Dispensing fabric conditioner Adding fabric conditioner or

and liquid starch at the end of liquid starch separately
the programme Prepare the starch in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions on the
packaging.
 Add fabric conditioner to the  com‐
partment.
 Add liquid starch to the  compart‐
ment and powder or viscous starch
to the  compartment.
 Select the Separate rinse/Starch pro‐
gramme.
 Change the spin speed if necessary.
 Add the fabric conditioner or liquid  Press the Start button.
starch to the  compartment. Do
not exceed the maximum level Colour run and dye removers/
mark. dyes
The agent will be automatically dis‐
pensed in the last rinse. At the end of  Do not use colour run or dye re‐
the programme a small amount of water movers in this washing machine.
will remain in the  compartment. They can cause corrosion in the ma‐
chine.
If starching frequently, thoroughly
clean the dispenser compartment, Dyes suitable for use in domestic wash‐
especially the siphon tube regularly. ing machines can be used. However,
please note that the salt used in the
dyeing process can cause corrosion to
stainless steel components in the ma‐
chine if you dye frequently. Always ob‐
serve the manufacturer's instructions
carefully.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the drum Cleaning the detergent dis‐

Washing at low temperatures and/or penser drawer
using liquid detergent can cause bacte‐
ria and unpleasant odours to build up in Washing at low temperatures and the
the washing machine. In order to clean use of liquid detergent can lead to a
the drum and also to prevent unpleas‐ build-up of mould and bacteria in the
ant odours building up, run a pro‐ detergent dispenser drawer.
gramme with a temperature of at least  For hygiene reasons, clean the entire
60°C using powder detergent once a drawer at regular intervals.
month or when the Hygiene info light
comes on.

External casing and fascia

panel
 Disconnect the machine from
the mains electricity supply before
cleaning or maintenance.

 The washing machine must not

be hosed down.

 Clean the casing and fascia panel  Pull out the detergent dispenser
with a mild non-abrasive cleaning drawer until a resistance is felt. Press
agent or soap and water using a well down the release button and at the
wrung-out cloth. Wipe dry with a soft same time pull the drawer right out of
cloth. the machine.
 The drum can be cleaned with a pro‐  Clean the drawer with hot water.
prietary stainless steel cleaning
agent, following the manufacturer's
instructions on the packaging.

 Do not use solvents, abrasive

cleaners, glass cleaners or multi-pur‐
pose cleaning agents. These could
damage plastic surfaces and other
parts.

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 Cleaning and care
Cleaning the siphon Cleaning the detergent dispenser
drawer housing

 1. Remove the siphon from the 

compartment and rinse under hot  Use a bottle brush to remove deter‐
running water. Clean the siphon tube gent residues and limescale from the
at the same time. jets inside the detergent dispenser
drawer housing.
 2. Replace the siphon.

Liquid starch can cause the siphon

to become clogged. Make sure that
you clean the siphon and siphon
tube particularly thoroughly after us‐
ing liquid starch a few times.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the water inlet filter  First turn off the stopcock.
The washing machine has a filter to  Unscrew the inlet hose from the stop‐
protect the inlet valve. cock.
The filter in the union in the open end of
the inlet hose should be replaced every
6 months or so, or more often if there
are frequent interruptions to the water
supply.

 Remove the rubber seal 1 from the

union.
 Hold the free end of the inlet hose
downwards. Plastic filter 2 will drop
out.
 Clean the plastic filter.
 Put the filter and seal back in the re‐
verse order and reconnect the hose.
 Turn on the stopcock and check the
connection is watertight. If water
drips out, tighten the connection.

The filter must be put back in place

after cleaning.

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 Problem solving guide
Minor faults in the performance of the washing machine, some of which may result
from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Depart‐
ment.
The following guide may help you to find the reason for a fault, and to correct it.
You should, however, note the following:

 Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably

qualified person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regu‐
lations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.

The programme does not start

Problem Cause and remedy
The Anti-crease/Finish There is no power to the machine.
indicator light is not on  Check whether the mains plus is plugged in and
or the Start button is switched on.
not flashing.  Check whether the fuse or circuit breaker has trip‐
ped.
 Check whether the door is closed properly.
The washing machine has switched off automatically
to save energy.
 Switch it back on with the  button.

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Problem solving guide
The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on.
Problem Cause and remedy
The Check drainage The water outlet is blocked.
fault indicator light  Clean the drain filter and the drain pump as de‐
flashes and a fault num‐ scribed in "Problem solving guide – Opening the
ber appears in the dis‐ drum door in the event of a blocked water outlet
play. and/or a power failure".
The drain hose has been fixed too high.
 The maximum delivery head is 1 m.
The Check inlet fault in‐ The water inlet is blocked.
dicator light flashes and  Open the stopcock.
a fault number appears
in the display. The filter in the water inlet hose is dirty.
 Clean the filter.
The Check inlet and The water protection system has reacted.
Check drainage fault in‐  Close the stopcock.
dicator lights flash and  Call the Miele Service Department.
a fault number appears
in the display.
The Soak/Pre-wash or There is a fault.
Rinses flash and a fault  Start the programme again. If the fault indicator
number appears in the comes on again, call the Miele Service Depart‐
display. ment.

To switch off the fault indicator: Switch the washing machine off with the  button
and turn the programme selector to Finish.

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 Problem solving guide
A check or fault indicator light comes on but the wash
programme continues as normal.
Problem Cause and remedy
The Hygiene info check A programme using a temperature above 60°C has
indicator light comes not been run for a long time.
on.  In order to prevent bacteria and unpleasant
odours building up in the machine, run the Cot‐
tons 90°C using powder detergent.
The Check dosage Excessive foam has built up during washing.
check indicator light  Use less detergent next time, and follow the man‐
comes on. ufacturer's recommended dosage amounts on the
packaging.
The Main wash or Rin‐ The washing machine has detected a fault during the
ses indicator lights wash programme.
flash in the programme  Start the programme again. If the fault indicator
sequence display and a comes on again, call the Miele Service Depart‐
fault number appears in ment.
the display.
The Anti-crease/Finish The programme selector was moved to another posi‐
indicator light flashes in tion after the programme had started.
the programme se‐  Turn the programme selector back to the original
quence display. position.

To switch off the fault indicator: Switch the washing machine off with the  button
and turn the programme selector to Finish.
The check indicator lights come on at the end of a programme and when the
washing machine is switched on.

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Problem solving guide
General problems with the washing machine
Problem Cause and remedy
The machine shakes The machine feet are not level.
during the spin cycle.  Level the machine and adjust the feet correctly.
The laundry has not The machine detected an imbalance during the final
been spun properly and spin cycle and reduced the spin speed automatically.
is still wet.  Include both large and small items in the load as
this will give better distribution during spinning.
Strange pump noises This is not a fault.
can be heard. These slurping noises occur at the end of the pump
sequence as a normal part of operation.
Large amounts of de‐ The water pressure is too low.
tergent residue remain  Clean the water inlet filter.
in the detergent dis‐  It may be useful to select the Water plus extra op‐
penser drawer. tion.
Powder detergent used in conjunction with water
softeners tends to become sticky.
 In future, add washing powder into the dispenser
drawer first, and then add the water softener.
Fabric conditioner is The siphon tube is not correctly positioned or is clog‐
not completely dis‐ ged.
pensed or too much  Clean the siphon, see "Cleaning and care - Clean‐
water remains in the  ing the detergent dispenser drawer".
compartment.

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 Problem solving guide
An unsatisfactory wash result
Problem Cause and remedy
Liquid detergent does Liquid detergents usually contain no bleaching
not give the required re‐ agents. They do not remove fruit, coffee and tea
sult. stains.
 Use a general purpose powder detergent contain‐
ing a bleaching agent.
 Add stain removers to compartment  of the dis‐
penser drawer.
 Never put stain removers and liquid detergent to‐
gether in the dispenser drawer.
Grey, greasy particles Insufficient amounts of detergent were used to break
cling to washed laun‐ down the particles of grease in heavily soiled laundry.
dry.  Use more detergent.
 Before washing the next load run a Cottons 60°C
programme with powder detergent but without a
load.
White residues which The detergent contained compounds (zeolites) to aid
look like powder deter‐ water softening which are not soluble in water. These
gent are seen on dark have ended up on the laundry.
textiles after washing.  Try and brush off the residues with a soft brush
once the laundry is dry.
 Wash dark textiles using a detergent which con‐
tains no zeolites. Liquid detergents usually contain
no zeolites.
 Use the Dark garments / Denim programme for
dark coloured laundry.

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Problem solving guide
The door will not open
Problem Cause and remedy
The drum door cannot The washing machine is not connected to the electri‐
be opened by pressing cal supply and / or is not switched on.
the Door button.  Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and /
or switch the machine on with the  button.
Power cut.
 Open the door as described in “Opening the door
in the event of blocked drain outlet and/or power
failure”.
The door was not correctly engaged.
 Press hard against the lock side of the door and
then press the Door button.
There is still water in the drum and the machine is un‐
able to drain.
 Clean the drain filters and the drain pump.
For safety reasons the door cannot be opened if the
suds temperature is higher than 55°C.
 Allow the programme to finish or cancel it and wait
until the temperature in the drum has dropped.

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 Problem solving guide

Opening the door in the event Blocked drain outlet

of a blocked drain outlet If the drain outlet is blocked, a large
and/or power failure quantity of water (up to 25 litres) can
remain in the washing machine.
 Switch off the washing machine.
There is a lever behind the detergent  Caution: If laundry has been
drawer fascia panel for opening the ac‐ washed at a high temperature, water
cess panel to the drain filter. draining out of the machine will still
be hot. Danger of scalding!

Procedure for draining the washing

machine
 Place a suitable container under the
access flap.

When draining water from the ma‐

chine, do not unscrew the drain filter
completely or take it right out.

 Remove the lever.

 Slowly and carefully unscrew the

drain filter to let the water out. Be
careful not to release too much water
at once. If the flow of water is too
 Use it to open the access panel.
strong, some water can seep into the
washing machine base and activate
the water protection float switch. This
will prevent the washing machine
from functioning.

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Problem solving guide
 Tighten the drain filter back up again
 Make sure the drain filter is se‐
if you need to interrupt the flow of
curely tightened. Otherwise there is a
water.
risk of water leakage during use.
Once the flow of water ceases:
To avoid loss of detergent, pour approx.
2 litres of water into the detergent dis‐
penser drawer after cleaning the drain
filter. Excess water will be pumped out
automatically before the next wash pro‐
gramme.

Opening the door

 Always make sure that the drum

is stationary before reaching in to re‐
move laundry. Reaching into a mov‐
ing drum is extremely dangerous.
 Remove the drain filter completely.
 Clean it thoroughly.

 Pull the emergency release down‐

wards. The door will open.
 Remove any foreign objects (e.g. but‐
tons, coins, etc.) and fluff from the fil‐
ter housing. Turn the impeller by hand
to check that it rotates freely.
 Put the drain filter back in place and
secure it.

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 After sales service

Repairs Guarantee: U.K.

In the event of any faults which you In the U.K, the washing machine is
cannot remedy yourself, please con‐ guaranteed for 2 years from the date of
tact: purchase.
– your Miele Dealer, or In the U.K. you must activate your cov‐
er by calling 0330 160 6640 or register‐
– Miele (Contact details for Miele are
ing online at www.miele.co.uk.
given at the end of this booklet).
When contacting your Dealer or Miele, Guarantee: Other countries
please quote the model and serial num‐
For information on the appliance guar‐
ber of your machine, both of which are
antee specific to your country please
shown on the data plate visible above
contact Miele. See end of this booklet
the porthole glass when the door is
for contact details.
open.
Optional accessories
Optional spare parts and accessories
for this washing machine are available
from your Miele Dealer, the Miele Spare
Parts Department or via the internet at
www.miele-shop.com.

Please note that telephone calls may

be monitored and recorded for training
purposes.

N.B. A call-out charge will be applied

for service visits where the problem
could have been resolved as descri‐
bed in these instructions.

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Installation and connection

Front view

a Waterproof-Metal inlet hose (braided) f Door

b Electrical supply cable g Access to drain filter, drain pump and
emergency release
c Flexible drain hose (with detachable
swivel elbow) h Handle recesses for moving the ma‐
chine
d Control panel
i Four height adjustable feet
e Detergent dispenser drawer

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 Installation and connection

a Protruding lid for holding when mov‐ e Transport clip for inlet and drain ho‐
ing the machine ses
b Electrical supply cable f Safety cap for transit bars
c Waterproof-Metal inlet hose (braided) g Transport clip for inlet and drain ho‐
ses and for storing transit bars when
d Drain hose
not in use

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Installation and connection

Installation surface Transporting the washing machine to

its installation site
A concrete floor is the most suitable in‐
stallation surface for a washing ma‐ To manoeuvre the washing machine out
chine, being far less prone to vibration of its packing case to its installation
during the spin cycle than wooden site, hold it by the edge of the lid where
floorboards or a carpeted surface. it protrudes to the rear of the machine
as well as by the handle recesses at the
Please note: front.
 The machine must be level and se‐
curely positioned.  Ensure that the machine feet and
the floor are dry to prevent the ma‐
 To avoid vibrations during spinning, chine from slipping during the spin
the machine should not be installed cycle.
on soft floor coverings.
If installing on a wooden joist floor: Removing the transit bars
 We recommend a plywood base at
least 59 x 52 x 3 cm). The base
should span several joists and be
bolted to the joist and not only the
floorboards. Check for the presence
of pipes and cables first.
Tip: If possible, install the machine in a
corner, as this is usually the most stable
part of the floor.

 If the machine is installed on a

raised plinth, it has to be secured
against slippage during spinning us‐  To remove the left and right covers
ing retaining clips (available from
1. Pull on the attached stopper,
Miele). Otherwise there is the danger
of the machine moving and falling off 2. then use a screwdriver to release the
the plinth. catches at the top and bottom.

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 Installation and connection

 Using the spanner supplied, turn the  Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°,
left-hand transit bar 90°, then then

 pull the transit bar out.  pull the transit bar out.

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Installation and connection

 To avoid the risk of injury, the

holes for the transit bars must be
covered after the transit bars have
been removed.

 Secure the transit bars to the back of

the washing machine. Make sure the
top catch is located above the holder.

 The washing machine must not

 Plug the holes with the plastic caps be moved without the transit bars in
as illustrated. place. Store them as shown or keep
them in a safe place for future use.
They must be re-fitted if the machine
is to be moved again (e.g. when
moving house).

Re-fitting the transit bars

Re-fitting is carried out by reversing the
procedure.

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 Installation and connection

Levelling the machine

The washing machine must stand per‐
fectly level on all four feet to ensure
safe and proper operation.
Incorrect installation may increase elec‐
tricity and water consumption and may
cause the machine to move about.

Screwing out and adjusting the feet

The four adjustable screw feet are used
to level the machine. All four feet are
screwed in when the machine is deliv‐  Use a spirit level to check that the
ered. washing machine is standing level.
 Hold foot 1 securely with a pipe
wrench. Turn counter nut 2 again us‐
ing the spanner supplied until it sits
firmly up against the housing.

 All four counternuts must be

firmly up against the housing. Please
also check this for the feet which did
not need adjustment. Otherwise
there is a danger of the machine
moving about.

 Using the spanner supplied turn

counter nut 2 in a clockwise direc‐
tion. Then turn counter nut 2 together
with foot 1 to unscrew.

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Installation and connection
Building under a continuous work‐ Please note:
top/ in a kitchen run

Building under kits* must only be in‐

stalled/dismantled by a suitably
qualified fitter in accordance with the
instructions supplied.

– A special building under kit* with a

cover plate to replace the machine lid
is required. It must be fitted by a suit‐
ably qualified fitter to ensure electri‐
cal safety. N.B. If there is space to
push the washing machine under the
worktop without removing the lid, the
building under kit is not necessary.
Otherwise it is essential.
– Connections for electricity, water and
drainage should be installed in such
a way that they remain accessible a Safety distance to wall at least 2
when the machine is in its final posi‐ cm
tion. b Height:
Fitting instructions are supplied with the Stacking kit with pull-out shelf:
conversion kit. approx. 169 cm
Stacking kit without pull-out shelf:
Washer-dryer stack approx. 170 cm
The washing machine can be combined
with a Miele tumble dryer in a washer-
dryer stack. The appropriate "WTV"
stacking kit* to match your dryer is re‐
quired.
All parts marked* are available from
your Dealer or Miele.

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 Installation and connection

The water protection system Electronic unit and washing machine

housing
The Miele water protection system pro‐
tects all parts of the washing machine – Sump
from water damage. Any leaking water is collected in a
sump in the base of the machine. A
The system consists of three main float switches off the water inlet
components: valves, preventing any more water
– the inlet hose from flowing into the machine and
water in the suds container is pum‐
– the electronic unit and drainage and ped away.
overflow protection
– Overflow protection
– the drain hose This prevents the washing machine
Inlet hose taking in too much water. If the water
level exceeds a certain level, the
– Protection against bursting drain pump switches in and pumps
the excess water away.
The inlet hose is tested to withstand
pressure of at least 14,000 kPa. Drain hose
– Protective sleeve. The drain hose is protected by a venti‐
The inlet hose has a braided metal lation system which prevents the wash‐
"second skin" to protect it from dam‐ ing machine from being emptied com‐
age. pletely.

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Installation and connection

Connection to the water sup‐ Maintenance

ply Only use a genuine Miele hose should
The washing machine should be con‐ you ever need a replacement or exten‐
nected to a mains water supply in ac‐ sion. These are tested to withstand
cordance with current local and nation‐ pressure of at least 14,000 kPa.
al safety regulations. The German au‐ The dirt filter in the open end of the
thorities do not require it to have a non- inlet hose must not be removed.
return valve as the washing machine
has been designed to comply with DIN
Extension hose
regulations.
A 1.5 metre long (metal) extension hose
The machine is designed to operate is available from your Miele dealer or
with a flow pressure of between 100 the Miele Spare Parts Department as an
and 1,000 kPa. If it is higher than optional extra.
1,000 kPa it is essential to fit a pressure
reducing valve.
Connection to the mains water supply
should incorporate a mains stopcock
with 3/4" threaded union. The stopcock
should be fitted by a qualified plumber.

 The connection point is subject

to mains water pressure. Turn on the
stopcock slowly and check for leaks.
Correct the position of the washer
and union if appropriate.

The washing machine is not suitable

for connection to a hot water supply.

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 Installation and connection

Connection to the drainage 3. Connected securely to a floor gully.

system 4. Connected securely to a standpipe.
The machine drains via a drain pump Please note:
with a delivery head of 1 metre*. The
drain hose must not be kinked as this
restricts drainage. The swivel elbow at
the end of the hose can be turned in ei‐
ther direction, or can be detached if re‐
quired, with a sharp twist and pull.
If required, the drain hose can be exten‐
ded to a length of 5 m. The necessary
parts can be purchased from your Miele
Dealer or Miele.
* For a delivery head of more than 1 m
(up to a max. of 1.8 m) a replacement
drain pump will need to be fitted.
Please contact Miele or your Miele  Adapter
Dealer for advice. If necessary, the  Nut
drain hose can be extended to a length
of 2.5 m. The necessary parts can be  Hose clip
purchased from your Miele Dealer or  End of the hose
Miele.
 Fit adapter  to the sink drain outlet
Drain hose connection: using nut .
1. Direct into a sink or basin.  Attach the end of the hose  to
Please note the following: adapter .
– Hook the hose over the edge and  Use a screwdriver to tighten hose clip
secure.  up close to the nut.
– Make sure that the water can drain
away freely without hindrance.
Otherwise there is a risk of water
overflowing or of some of the
drained water being sucked back
into the machine.
2. Connected securely to a plastic drain
pipe with a rubber nipple. There is no
need to use a non-return valve.

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Installation and connection

Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363

All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be refitted when
by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover
person, in strict accordance with cur‐ is lost, the plug must not be used until
rent national and local safety regula‐ a suitable replacement is obtained. The
tions (BS 7671 in the UK). colour of the correct replacement cover
is that of the coloured insert in the base
Ensure power is not supplied to the ap‐ of the plug, or the colour that is em‐
pliance until after installation work has bossed in words on the base of the
been carried out. plug (as applicable to the design of
The appliance is supplied with a mains plug fitted).
cable with moulded plug ready for con‐ Replacement fuses should be ASTA ap‐
nection to a 230-240V mains supply. proved to BS 1362 and have the cor‐
Please ensure the connection data quo‐ rect rating. Replacement fuses and fuse
ted on the data plate match the house‐ covers may be purchased from your lo‐
hold mains supply. cal electrical supplier.

Connection should be made via a suita‐ WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE

ble switched socket which is easily ac‐
cessible after installation.
MUST BE EARTHED
For extra safety it is advisable to protect
the machine with a suitable residual
current device (RCD). Contact a quali‐
fied electrician for advice.
Do not connect via an extension lead.
Extension leads do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (e.g.
danger of overheating).

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 Technical data

Height 850 mm
Width 595 mm
Depth 610 mm
Depth with door open 987 mm
Height for building under 820 mm
Width for building under 600 mm
Depth for building under 600 mm
Weight Approx. 94 kg
Capacity 7 kg dry laundry
Voltage See data plate
Connected load See data plate
Fuse rating See data plate
Consumption data See "Consumption data"
Minimum flow pressure 100 kPa
Maximum flow pressure 1000 kPa
Inlet hose length 1.60 m
Drain hose length 1.50 m
Mains connection cable length 1.60 m
Delivery head max. 1.00 m
Maximum drainage length 5.00 m
LEDs Class 1
Test certificates awarded See data plate
Power consumption when switched off 0.30 W
Power consumption when not switched off 1.00 W

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Consumption data
Load Consumption data
Energy Water Duration Residual
moisture
in kWh in l
Baumwolle 90°C 7.0 kg 2.20 52 2 h 19 min 52%
60°C 7.0 kg 1.40 58 1 h 59 min 52%
60°C 3.5 kg 1.20 50 1 h 59 min 52%
* 7.0 kg 0.82 52 3 h 29 min 52%
* 3.5 kg 0.88 45 3 h 29 min 52%
40°C 7.0 kg 1.20 75 2 h 59 min 52%
40°C 3.5 kg 0.40 35 1 h 20 min 52%
* 3.5 kg 0.35 45 3 h 29 min 52%
Minimum iron 30°C 3.5 kg 0.50 55 1 h 59 min 30%
Automatic plus 40°C 5.0 kg 0.52 62 1 h 29 min –
Express 20 40°C 3.5 kg 0.32 30 20 min –
Shirts 40°C 2.0 kg 0.50 42 1 h 11 min –
Woollens  30°C 2.0 kg 0.23 39 39 min –
Delicates 30°C 2.0 kg 0.38 69 59 min –

Note for test institutes

*
Test programme in accordance with EN 60456 and energy label with
Directive 1061/2010

Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given depending on water
pressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room temperature, type and
volume of load, fluctuations in the electricity supply and any options selected.

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 Programmable functions

The programmable functions are used  Press the Start button and keep it
to alter the machine's electronics to pressed in whilst carrying out steps
suit changing requirements. Program‐  to .
mable functions can be altered at any  Switch machine on with the  but‐
time. ton.
 Wait until the indicator light for the
Water plus system Start button lights up constantly . . .
This programmable function is used to  . . . and then release the Start but‐
specify one of three options for the ton.
the Water plus button.
 Turn the programme selector to Cot‐
: tons 60°C.
(Factory default setting) A  will flash in the display alternating
The water level is increased in the wash with the number ,  or .
and rinse stages.
 Each subsequent press on the Start
:
button selects a different option and
An extra rinse is carried out.  will flash alternately in the display
: with the number of the option selec‐
The water level is increased in the wash ted.
and rinse stages and an extra rinse is  Switch the washing machine off with
carried out.
the  button.
Follow steps  to  to programme
and store in memory.
The programmable functions are ac‐
cessed via the Start button and the pro‐
gramme selector.
Before you begin, ensure that:
– The washing machine is switched off.
– The machine door is closed properly.
– The programme selector is at Finish.

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Programmable functions

Gentle action  Press the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps
Activating gentle action reduces the  to .
drum action and is suitable for wash‐
ing lightly soiled items more gently.  Switch machine on with the  but‐
ton.
Gentle action can be activated for the  Wait until the indicator light for the
Cottons and Minimum iron pro‐ Start button lights up constantly . . .
grammes.
 . . . and then release the Start but‐
The washing machine is delivered with ton.
the Gentle action setting deactivated.
 Turn the programme selector to Cot‐
Follow steps  to  to programme tons :
and store in memory.
A  will flash in the display alternating
The programmable functions are ac‐ with the number  or .
cessed via the Start button and the pro‐
gramme selector.  Pressing the Start button switches
the programmable function on or off.
Before you begin, ensure that: If  flashes in the display alternating
– The washing machine is switched off. with the number , the programma‐
ble function is switched on. If 
– The machine door is closed properly. flashes in the display alternating with
– The programme selector is at Finish. the number , the programmable
function is switched off.
 Switch the washing machine off with
the  button.

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 Programmable functions

Suds cooling  Press the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps
When this is activated, additional wa‐  to .
ter flows into the drum at the end of
the main wash to cool the suds down.  Switch machine on with the  but‐
Hot suds can damage plastic drainage ton.
pipes.  Wait until the indicator light for the
Start button lights up constantly . . .
Suds cooling takes place when a tem‐
perature of 90°C or higher is selected  . . . and then release the Start but‐
for the Cottons programme. ton.
Suds cooling should be activated:  Turn the programme selector to Cot‐
tons 40°C
– to prevent the danger of scalding if
the drain hose is hooked over the A  will flash in the display alternating
edge of a sink or basin. with the number  or .
– where drainage pipes do not comply  Pressing the Start button switches
with DIN 1986. the programmable function on or off.
If  flashes in the display alternating
– The machine is delivered with Suds with the number , the programma‐
cooling deactivated. ble function is switched on. If 
Follow steps  to  to programme flashes in the display alternating with
and store in memory. the number , the programmable
function is switched off.
The programmable functions are ac‐
cessed via the Start button and the pro‐  Switch the washing machine off with
gramme selector. the  button.
Before you begin, ensure that:
– The washing machine is switched off.
– The machine door is closed properly.
– The programme selector is at Finish.

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Programmable functions

Memory  Press the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps
If an extra option is selected for a pro‐  to .
gramme and / or the spin speed is al‐
tered, the washing machine stores  Switch machine on with the  but‐
these changes in memory at the start ton.
of a programme.  Wait until the indicator light for the
When that particular programme is Start button lights up constantly . . .
chosen again, the washing machine  . . . and then release the Start but‐
will display the extra option and / or ton.
the spin speed which have been stor‐
ed for that programme in memory.  Turn the programme selector to Cot‐
tons .
The machine is delivered with the
memory function deactivated. A  will flash in the display alternating
with the number  or .
Follow steps  to  to programme  Pressing the Start button switches
and store in memory. the programmable function on or off.
The programmable functions are ac‐ If  flashes in the display alternating
cessed via the Start button and the pro‐ with the number , the programma‐
gramme selector. ble function is switched on. If 
flashes in the display alternating with
Before you begin, ensure that: the number , the programmable
– The washing machine is switched off. function is switched off.
– The machine door is closed properly.  Switch the washing machine off with
the  button.
– The programme selector is at Finish.

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 Programmable functions

Soak duration  Press the Start button and keep it

pressed in whilst carrying out steps
A soak duration of between 30 mi‐  to .
nutes and 2 hours can be program‐
med in 30 minute increments for the  Switch machine on with the  but‐
Soak button. ton.
 Wait until the indicator light for the
If the Soak extra option is selected, the Start button lights up constantly . . .
soaking process will be carried out for
the duration set before the wash pro‐  . . . and then release the Start but‐
gramme is run. ton.
The machine is delivered with a 2 hour  Turn the programme selector to Cot‐
duration set for the Soak button. tons 30°C

Follow steps  to  to programme A  will flash in the display alternating

and store in memory. with the number , ,  or .

The programmable functions are ac‐  = 2 h soak duration

cessed via the Start button and the pro‐ (factory default setting)
gramme selector.
 = 1 h 30 min soak duration
Before you begin, ensure that:
 = 1 h soak duration
– The washing machine is switched off.
 = 30 min soak duration
– The machine door is closed properly.
 Each subsequent press on the Start
– The programme selector is at Finish. button selects a different option and
 will flash alternately in the display
with the number of the option selec‐
ted.
 Switch the washing machine off with
the  button.

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Optional accessories
Detergent, fabric care, additives and Wool and delicates detergent
machine care products are available for – liquid detergent for delicates
this washing machine. All the products
have been designed for Miele washing – particularly suitable for woollen and
machines. silk garments
These and many other useful products – cleans at temperatures as low as
can be ordered via the internet at 20°C, helps retain the shape of deli‐
www.miele-shop.com or from Miele cate garments and protect colours
(see end of this booklet for contact de‐
tails). Specialist detergents
Outerwear
– liquid detergent for outerwear and
performance clothing
– cleans with care and is gentle on col‐
Detergent ours
UltraWhite – with lanolin to care for and condition
– powder detergent membrane fabric

– suitable for white and light coloured Sports

laundry as well as heavily soiled cot‐ – liquid detergent for sportswear and
ton items fleece garments
– effective stain removal even at low – neutralises unpleasant odours
temperatures
– retains the shape of the textiles
UltraColor
Down items
– liquid detergent for coloureds
– liquid detergent suitable for pillows,
– suitable for coloured and dark/black sleeping bags and down filled items
garments
– retains the elasticity of down and
– protects bright colours from fading feather filled items
– effective stain removal even at low – retains the breathability of down filled
temperatures items
– prevents down filling clumping to‐
gether

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 Optional accessories

Fabric care Machine care products

Fabric care agents are available as cap‐ Machine cleaner
sules  in convenient single dose
amounts or in a handy bottle. – for cleaning the washing machine
thoroughly and effectively
Reproofing agent
– removes grease, bacteria and un‐
– for reproofing microfibre garments pleasant odours
e.g. rain coats etc.
Descaling agent
– retains the breathability of garments
– removes heavy limescale deposits
Fabric conditioner
– mild and gentle with natural citric
– fresh, natural fragrance acid
– makes laundry soft to handle

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United Kingdom
Miele Co. Ltd.
Fairacres, Marcham Road
Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1TW
Customer Contact Centre Tel: 0330 160 6600
Malaysia
E-mail: [email protected]
Miele Sdn Bhd
Internet: www.miele.co.uk Suite 12-2, Level 12
Menara Sapura Kencana Petroleum
Australia Solaris Dutamas No. 1, Jalan Dutamas 1
Miele Australia Pty. Ltd. 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
ACN 005 635 398 Phone: +603-6209-0288
ABN 96 005 635 398 Fax: +603-6205-3768
1 Gilbert Park Drive, Knoxfield, VIC 3180
Tel: 1300 464 353 New Zealand
Internet: www.miele.com.au Miele New Zealand Limited
IRD 98 463 631
China Level 2, 10 College Hill
Miele (Shanghai) Trading Ltd. Freemans Bay, Auckland 1011, NZ
1-3 Floor, No. 82 Shi Men Yi Road Tel: 0800 464 353
Jing' an District Internet: www.miele.co.nz
200040 Shanghai, PRC
Tel: +86 21 6157 3500, Fax: +86 21 6157 3511 Singapore
E-mail: [email protected], Internet: www.miele.cn Miele Pte. Ltd.
163 Penang Road
Miele (Hong Kong) Limited # 04 - 03 Winsland House II
41/F - 4101, Manhattan Place Singapore 238463
23 Wang Tai Road Tel: +65 6735 1191, Fax: +65 6735 1161
Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong E-Mail: [email protected]
Tel: (852) 2610 1331, Fax: (852)2610 1013 Internet: www.miele.sg
Email: [email protected]
South Africa
India Miele (Pty) Ltd
Miele India Pvt. Ltd. 63 Peter Place, Bryanston 2194
Ground Floor, Copia Corporate Suites P.O. Box 69434, Bryanston 2021
Plot No. 9, Jasola Tel: (011) 875 9000, Fax: (011) 875 9035
New Delhi - 110025 E-mail: [email protected]
Tel: 011-46 900 000, Fax: 011-46 900 001 Internet: www.miele.co.za
E-mail: [email protected], Internet: www.miele.in
United Arab Emirates
Ireland Miele Appliances Ltd.
Miele Ireland Ltd. P.O. Box 11 47 82
2024 Bianconi Avenue Gold & Diamond Park, Sheikh Zayed Road
Citywest Business Campus, Dublin 24 Building 6 / Offices Nos. 6-214 to 6-220
Tel: (01) 461 07 10, Fax: (01) 461 07 97 Dubai
E-Mail: [email protected], Internet: www.miele.ie Tel: +971-4-341 84 44
Fax: +971-4-341 88 52
Manufacturer: Miele & Cie. KG E-Mail: [email protected]
Carl-Miele-Straße 29, 33332 Gütersloh, Germany Internet: www.miele.ae

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