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General| Brand | Miele |
|---|---|
| Model | G 2173 |
| Category | Dishwasher |
| Language | English |
Diagram illustrating the main components of the dishwasher with numbered labels for identification.
Details the Miele dishwasher control panel, including buttons, indicators, symbols, and programme options.
Advises on keeping children away from the appliance and its detergents due to potential dangers and hazards.
Specifies the intended use of the dishwasher for domestic crockery and cutlery and warns against misuse.
Covers electrical safety, earthing, installation under hobs, and connection requirements for safe operation.
Details safety aspects for mobile installations, waterproofing, repairs, spare parts, and protection against vermin.
Ensures correct installation alignment, stability for built-under models, and conversion safety.
Provides crucial advice on avoiding solvents, ingesting/inhaling detergent, leaving doors open, and using correct detergents.
Emphasizes using only genuine Miele spare parts and accessories to maintain appliance safety and guarantee.
Instructs on making the old appliance safe for disposal and proper arrangements for its removal.
Details the environmentally friendly materials used in packaging and advises on recycling and safe disposal of plastic wrappings.
Explains how to dispose of old appliances safely and responsibly, avoiding household waste and using recycling centres.
Offers practical advice on using the dishwasher economically, including water connection, load optimization, and programme selection.
Provides instructions and an illustration on how to open the dishwasher door correctly.
Explains the steps to securely close the dishwasher door after loading or during operation.
Explains the importance of soft water for cleaning, the role of the integrated water softener, and the need for dishwasher salt.
Detailed step-by-step guide on how to set the dishwasher's water hardness level using indicator lights and buttons.
Instructions on how to verify the currently set water hardness level by observing indicator light flashes.
Guidance on filling the salt reservoir, including water addition for the first use and warnings about incorrect salt types.
Explains the function of the salt refill indicator light and when to add salt for optimal water softening.
Explains the role of rinse aid in drying and preventing spots, and advises on its correct use and alternative options.
Step-by-step instructions on how to open the rinse aid reservoir and fill it with rinse aid.
Details the meaning of the rinse aid indicator light and advises on timely replenishment of the reservoir.
Guide to adjusting the rinse aid dosage for optimal drying and spot prevention, using indicator lights and buttons.
Provides essential tips for loading crockery correctly, ensuring water access, secure positioning, and avoiding unsuitable items.
Offers advice on loading crockery into baskets, including inversion of hollow items and placement of tall glasses.
Warns about potential discoloration of plastic items by natural dyes from certain foodstuffs like carrots or tomatoes.
Lists items like woodenware, antiques, certain plastics, and metals that should not be cleaned in the dishwasher due to damage risk.
Advises on selecting dishwasher-proof crockery, handling delicate glassware, and washing delicate items by hand.
Provides notes on silverware care after polishing and discoloration of silver from sulphur-containing foods.
Guidance on loading small, lightweight, and delicate items into the upper basket, including placement of long items.
Instructions on how to raise the hinged cup rack to accommodate taller items in the upper basket.
Explains how to arrange glasses on the positioning rail for support and how to flip it for easier loading/unloading.
Detailed steps on how to raise or lower the upper basket to optimize space for different crockery sizes.
Shows how upper basket adjustments affect plate dimensions that can be accommodated in both upper and lower baskets.
Details plate dimensions for dishwashers with a cutlery basket, based on upper basket height settings.
Guidance for loading larger and heavier items like plates, platters, and bowls into the lower basket.
Instructions on how to use and lower the hinged spikes in the lower basket for washing plates and saucers efficiently.
How to remove and replace the spiked insert in the lower basket to create more space for larger items.
Instructions on placing the bottle holder in the bottom basket for washing narrow items like milk or baby bottles.
Guidance on arranging cutlery in the tray for easier unloading, grouping by type, and ensuring proper water drainage.
Advice on loading knives, forks, and spoons into the cutlery basket for optimal cleaning and drying.
Instructions for using the provided insert in the cutlery basket for heavily soiled spoons, ensuring better water access.
Information on suitable dishwasher detergents, active ingredients, types (powder, liquid, tabs), and dispensing recommendations.
Guidance on the correct amount of detergent to use in compartment II and potentially compartment I for optimal cleaning.
Step-by-step instructions on opening the detergent dispenser, adding detergent, and closing the flap securely.
Steps to prepare and switch on the dishwasher, including opening the stopcock and door, and checking spray arms.
Guidance on choosing the appropriate wash programme based on load type and soil level, referencing the programme chart.
Instructions on initiating a selected wash programme, including closing the door and the cancellation window.
How to check if a programme has finished, what indicators to look for, and advice on managing steam when opening the door.
Steps to safely switch off the dishwasher after a programme and advice on turning off the stopcock for longer periods.
Tips for unloading dishes after cooling, and the correct order for emptying baskets to prevent drips.
Explains how programmes are interrupted by opening the door and how to safely resume or close the door.
Instructions on how to change a programme after it has started, with a caution about the detergent dispenser flap.
Details the buzzer's audible tones for programme end or faults, and how to activate or deactivate it.
Instructions on how to reset all altered settings back to the original factory defaults using button combinations.
Guidance on cleaning the internal wash cabinet, including removing limescale or grease deposits with cleaners.
Instructions for wiping door seals to remove food deposits and cleaning the sides of the door which are outside the wash cabinet.
Advice on cleaning the control panel and front surfaces, including what cleaning agents to avoid to prevent damage.
Lists specific cleaning agents such as ammonia, acids, abrasive cleaners, and solvent-based agents that should not be used on external surfaces.
Detailed instructions on how to remove, clean, and replace the filter combination in the wash cabinet.
Instructions for cleaning the inside of the filter system and securely reassembling the filter combination.
Step-by-step guide on removing, cleaning, and refitting the upper, middle, and lower spray arms to ensure optimal performance.
Identifies causes like the door not being closed, no power, or tripped fuses, and provides remedies for starting issues.
Addresses possible causes like tripped fuses and offers solutions such as resetting or replacing the fuse.
Explains potential technical faults, suggests cleaning filters and pumps, and outlines steps to restart or call service.
Identifies the Waterproof system reaction as a cause and advises closing the stopcock and contacting service if the issue persists.
Covers issues like closed stopcock, restricted water intake, and low water pressure, providing remedies like opening stopcock or cleaning filters.
Addresses restricted water intake, low pressure, and blocked outlets, suggesting filter cleaning, pump maintenance, and checking the drain hose.
Recommends ensuring the dispenser is dry before adding detergent to prevent residue issues.
Suggests cleaning any clogged detergent residue that may be blocking the dispenser lid catch.
Notes that this is due to the drying system and the moisture will dissipate after a short while.
Identifies clogged filters, blocked drain pumps/valves, or kinked drain hoses as causes, with solutions provided in maintenance sections.
Identifies spray arms knocking against items as the cause and suggests rearranging items to resolve the noise.
Attributes rattling to insecure crockery and recommends rearranging items to fix the issue.
Suggests contacting a plumber if knocking in water pipes is related to installation or cross-section, as it doesn't affect dishwasher function.
Covers issues like incorrect loading, weak programmes, insufficient detergent, blocked spray arms, or dirty filters, with solutions provided.
Attributes smearing to high rinse aid dosage and advises reducing it for clearer glassware.
Addresses insufficient rinse aid, taking crockery out too soon, or low salt levels, suggesting replenishment and longer drying times.
Suggests checking salt levels, cap tightness, detergent suitability, and water softener settings for white residue and clouding issues.
Indicates detergent as a potential cause for brown/blue tinge on glassware and recommends changing the detergent.
States there is no remedy for dull/discoloured glassware if it is not dishwasher-proof and advises purchasing suitable items.
Attributes incomplete stain removal to low wash temperature or insufficient bleaching effect of detergent.
Explains that natural dyes can cause discoloration and advises using more detergent or accepting the irreversible change.
Attributes rust stains to items not being corrosion resistant or incorrect salt addition, recommending dishwasher-proof cutlery and proper salt procedure.
Detailed instructions for disconnecting the appliance, removing, cleaning, and replacing the water inlet filter.
Suggests fitting a large-area filter for mains water with insoluble substances, available from Miele Spare Parts.
Provides the steps for cleaning the water inlet filter, including safety precautions and reassembly checks.
Instructions for disconnecting the appliance, removing filters, scooping water, and cleaning foreign objects from the drain pump and valve.
Contact information for Miele dealers or the Service Department for faults that cannot be remedied by the user.
Explains the programme update function and how information on updates will be communicated by Miele.
Provides information on obtaining the 'Comparison tests' leaflet for testing and noise level measurements.
Categorizes crockery types and food deposits to determine the appropriate action or programme required.
Details the detergent requirements (ml or tabs) for each programme in Compartment I and Compartment II.
Outlines the sequence of operations for each programme, including pre-wash, main wash temperature, rinses, and drying.
Provides data on energy (kWh) and water (litres) consumption, and programme duration (hours/minutes) for different connection types.
Lists optional accessories like glassware inserts and bottle holders to improve washing performance for specific items.
Details electrical connection safety regulations, mains cable, switched socket usage, and the importance of earthing.
Provides guidance on fuse replacement, fuse cover refitting, and approved fuse types for BS 1363 plugs.
Explains how the integrated waterproof system protects against water damage when the dishwasher is correctly installed.
Covers connection to cold/hot water, water pressure requirements, hose specifications, and compliance with regulations.
Details the appliance drainage system, non-return valve, hose extension possibilities, and length/head limitations.
Explains the need for venting the drainage system to prevent siphoning and provides steps to achieve it.
Presents detailed technical specifications for G 1XXX and G 2XXX models, including dimensions, weight, voltage, power, and capacity.
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