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Miele G 1520 User Manual

Miele G 1520
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Operating instructions
for dishwashers
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance it is
essential to read these instructions
as well as the installation plan before
it is installed and used for the first time.
G
M.-Nr. 06 702 760

Table of Contents

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Miele G 1520 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeFreestanding
Number of place settings12
Delay startYes
Child lockYes
Drying systemCondensation drying

Summary

Description of the appliance

Appliance overview

Describes the physical parts of the dishwasher, including spray arms, baskets, and dispensers.

Control panel

Details the buttons, indicators, and display functions on the dishwasher's control panel.

Warning and Safety instructions

Delivery

Instructions for checking the appliance upon delivery and handling packaging materials.

Installation

Requirements and procedures for safe installation, including electrical and water connections.

Transport

Guidance on how to safely move the dishwasher, including securing loose parts.

Use

General safety precautions and warnings for operating the dishwasher correctly.

Safety with children

Precautions to ensure child safety around the dishwasher and its detergents.

To avoid damage to the appliance and other materials

Warnings on using incorrect detergents, materials, and potential chemical reactions.

Repairs and maintenance

Guidelines for performing repairs and maintenance, emphasizing qualified technicians.

Disposal of your old appliance

Instructions for safely disabling and disposing of the old dishwasher unit.

Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing material

Instructions for the environmentally friendly disposal of packaging materials.

Disposal of your old appliance

Instructions for the proper disposal of the old appliance unit.

Energy saving washing

Tips for economical dishwashing to conserve water and electricity.

Before using for the first time

To open the door

Instructions on how to correctly open the dishwasher door.

To close the door

Instructions on how to correctly close the dishwasher door.

Child safety lock

How to engage and disengage the child safety lock on the door.

Before using the appliance for the first time you require:

Lists essential items and supplies needed for initial setup.

To call up the water hardness level in the display

Procedure to check the dishwasher's measured water hardness level.

External water softening system

How to program the dishwasher for use with an external water softener.

Filling the salt reservoir

Detailed steps for filling the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt.

Salt indicator

Explanation of the salt indicator light and when to refill the salt reservoir.

Adding rinse aid

Step-by-step guide for refilling the rinse aid reservoir.

Rinse aid indicator

Details about the rinse aid indicator light and its meaning.

Setting the rinse aid dosage

How to adjust the amount of rinse aid dispensed for optimal results.

Loading the dishwasher

Note

General important notes regarding proper loading of the dishwasher.

Items not suitable for dishwashers

List of items that should not be washed in the dishwasher due to material or heat.

We recommend

Recommendations for purchasing new crockery and cutlery that are dishwasher-proof.

Please note

Specific notes regarding silverware care and potential discolouration.

Upper basket

Guidance on arranging cups, glasses, and small items in the upper basket.

Spiked insert

Instructions for removing and refitting the spiked insert for larger items.

Hinged cup rack

How to adjust the hinged cup rack for accommodating tall items.

Positioning rail (depending on model)

How to use the positioning rail to support glasses during the cycle.

Support rail (depending on model)

How to use the support rail for securely holding tall glasses.

Adjusting the upper basket

How to adjust the height and angle of the upper basket for better loading.

Dishwasher with cutlery tray

Table showing plate diameter capacities with a cutlery tray.

Dishwasher with cutlery basket

Table showing plate diameter capacities with a cutlery basket.

Lower basket

Guidance on arranging larger and heavier items in the lower basket.

Variable inserts

General information about various inserts for flexible loading in the lower basket.

Vario inserts

Specific details and placement for Vario inserts.

Wide vario insert

Instructions for removing and fitting the wide vario insert.

Removing the narrow vario insert

Instructions for removing the narrow vario insert.

Bottle holder

How to use the bottle holder for washing narrow items like baby bottles.

Cutlery

General guidance on arranging cutlery for efficient unloading.

Cutlery tray (depending on model)

How to load the cutlery tray correctly for optimal cleaning and drying.

Cutlery basket (depending on model)

How to load the cutlery basket correctly for optimal cleaning and drying.

Cutlery insert for the cutlery basket

Using the supplied insert for heavily soiled spoons in the cutlery basket.

Operation

Detergent

Information on the types of detergent suitable for dishwashers and their use.

Adding detergent

Step-by-step instructions for adding detergent to the dispenser compartment.

Switching on

How to turn on the dishwasher and prepare it for operation.

Selecting a programme

How to choose the appropriate wash programme based on load and soiling.

Starting a programme

Procedure to start the selected wash programme and its indicators.

Display

Explanation of the information displayed during programme selection and execution.

Glass care indicator

Information about the green indicator light for glassware care programmes.

Programme sequence indicators

Explanation of lights that indicate the current stage of a programme.

At the end of a programme

What happens and what to do when a programme has finished.

Switching off

How to correctly turn off the dishwasher after use.

Unloading the dishwasher

Safe and efficient method for unloading dishes, starting with the lower basket.

Interrupting a programme

How to pause and resume a running programme by opening and closing the door.

Changing a programme

Procedure for changing a programme after it has already started.

Additional functions

Overview of extra features like Tab function, Delay start, and Buzzer.

Tab function

How to use the dishwasher with 2-in-1 or 3-in-1 detergent tabs.

Delay start

How to set a delayed start time for programmes to benefit from economy rates.

Starting a programme before the Delay start period has elapsed

How to start a programme early if the set delay start time is no longer desired.

Buzzer

Information on the buzzer function for end-of-programme and faults, and how to set it.

Factory default setting

Procedure to reset all user-altered settings back to the original factory defaults.

Adjust sensor wash

How to adjust the sensor wash programme for different soiling levels.

Cleaning and care

Cleaning the wash cabinet

How to clean the interior wash cabinet, including removing limescale or grease deposits.

Cleaning the door and the door seal

How to clean the dishwasher door and its seals to remove food deposits.

E-Cloth

Information about using a specific type of microfibre cloth for cleaning surfaces.

Cleaning the control panel

Instructions for cleaning the control panel safely without causing damage.

Checking the filters in the wash cabinet

When and how to check the wash cabinet filters for clogging.

Cleaning the filters

Step-by-step guide to removing, cleaning, and refitting the filter combination.

Cleaning the spray arms

How to clean the spray arms, including removing them and clearing jets.

Problem solving guide

Technical problems

A table listing technical issues like non-flashing indicators or programme stops and their remedies.

The dishwasher does not fill/drain

Troubleshooting guide for issues related to water filling or draining.

General problems

A table covering common general problems such as spray arm indicators or detergent residue.

Noises

Troubleshooting guide for various noises the dishwasher might produce, like knocking or rattling.

Unsatisfactory washing result

Guide to resolving issues where dishes are not coming out clean.

Dishes, cutlery and glasses are not dry or are flecked.

Troubleshooting common drying issues and flecking on dishes and glassware.

White residue is visible on cutlery and crockery, clouding occurs on glassware; film can be wiped off.

Resolving issues related to white residue, glassware clouding, and surface films.

Glassware has a brown or blue tinge, and film cannot be wiped off.

Addressing brown or blue tinges on glassware that cannot be wiped off.

Glassware is dull and discoloured; film cannot be wiped off.

Troubleshooting dull or discoloured glassware where the film is permanent.

Tea or lipstick stains have not been completely removed.

Dealing with persistent tea or lipstick stains that remain after washing.

Plastic items are discoloured.

Identifying causes and solutions for plastic items becoming discoloured.

There are rust stains on cutlery.

Troubleshooting rust marks appearing on cutlery items.

Problem solving

Cleaning the water inlet filter

How to clean the water inlet filter to ensure adequate water flow into the dishwasher.

Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve

Instructions for cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve to resolve drainage issues.

Programme chart

Sensor wash

Description of the sensor wash programme for normally soiled crockery.

Quick wash 40 °C

Description of the quick wash programme for lightly soiled items.

Sensor wash gentle

Description of the gentle sensor wash programme for sensitive items.

Energy save

Description of the energy saving programme for normal everyday loads.

Pots & pans 75 °C

Description of the programme for heavily soiled pots, pans, and dishes.

Hygiene

Description of the hygiene programme for germicidal cleaning.

Pre-wash

Description of the pre-wash cycle for rinsing crockery to avoid smells.

After sales service

Repairs

Contact information and procedures for appliance repairs and service.

Future updates (PC)

Information about programme update functions for appliance electronics.

For testing institutes

Information for comparison testing institutes regarding loads and programmes.

Optional accessories

Electrical connection

Electrical connection U.K.

Specific electrical connection guidelines and safety requirements for the UK market.

Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363

Details regarding BS 1363 plugs, fuse replacement, and safety covers.

Plumbing

Connection to the water supply

Instructions for connecting the dishwasher to the cold or hot water supply.

Drainage

Instructions for connecting the dishwasher's drainage system to the waste outlet.

Venting the drainage system

How to vent the drainage system to prevent siphoning effects.

Technical data

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