What to do if the 'Check drain' light flashes on my Miele Washer but the program is running?
If the 'Check drain' light is flashing but the program continues normally, the water outlet may be restricted. Try these steps: - Clean the fluff (drain) filter and drain pump. - Ensure the drain pump isn't fixed too high (maximum drain height is 1m).
What to do if the 'Check drain' light flashes on my Miele Washer and the program stops?
If the 'Check drain' light flashes and the program isn't running normally, it suggests the water outlet is blocked. Here’s what you should do: - Clean the fluff (drain) filter and drain pump. - Check that the drain pump hasn't been fixed too high (the maximum drain height is 1 meter).
Information on environmentally friendly disposal of packing materials and safety for children.
Guidance on recycling old appliances and ensuring child safety during storage.
Diagram and identification of external components of the washing machine.
Explanation of buttons, selectors, and indicator lights on the control panel.
Guidelines for proper use, electrical safety, and maintenance precautions.
Advice on water connections, transit fittings, flooding, and foreign objects.
Notes on detergent use, accessories, and safe disposal of old machines.
Procedure to flush residual lubricants and water before first use.
Instructions for setting the water hardness reminder dial in the dispenser.
Guidance on sorting laundry, checking labels, and emptying pockets.
Methods for pre-treating stains and preparing specific items like curtains.
Step-by-step guide to selecting a programme and starting the wash.
How to select additional options like Soak, Pre-wash, Short, or Water plus.
Instructions for choosing the final spin speed or Rinse hold.
Steps to take after the programme has finished, including door opening and closing.
Procedure for adding or removing laundry during a running programme.
How to interrupt, alter, or skip stages in a running programme.
Table indicating water hardness levels and their German equivalents.
Consequences of using too little or too much detergent.
Information on using water softeners and recommendations for Miele.
Explanation of fabric conditioners, texturisers, and starch for laundry.
Procedure for using liquid conditioners, texturisers, or starch in the dispenser.
Instructions for adding fabric conditioner or texturiser separately.
Procedure for starching laundry as a separate process.
Table detailing programmes, fabric types, temperatures, and spin speeds.
Table detailing programmes, load capacity, and additional options.
Details the sequence of operations for various programmes like Cottons, Delicates.
Sequence details for Quick Wash, Starch, Spin, and Mixed Wash programmes.
Explanation of laundry care symbols and corresponding programmes.
Explanation of symbols for hand wash, dry clean, bleach, tumble dry, and ironing.
Details the Soak option for heavily soiled items and time settings.
Information on the Pre-wash option for heavily soiled items.
Explanation of the Short option to shorten programme running time.
Description of the Water plus options for increasing water level or rinses.
Information on the final spin stage and spin speed selection.
Details the 'Without final spin' option and its function.
Explanation of the Rinse hold option for preventing creases.
How to activate and deactivate programme locking for safety.
How to select and activate the maximum water level function for rinses.
Detailed options for the Water plus system and how to program them.
Mapping of START button presses to Water plus options (Rinse, Rinse hold, etc.).
How to activate the compartment function for detergent dispensing.
How to program different soak times for programmes.
How to activate the Gentle action programme for delicate fabrics.
How to activate the top-up rinse for the Cottons programme.
How the machine stores programme changes and how to manage it.
Instructions for cleaning the exterior casing and drum of the machine.
Recommendations for periodic hot washes to clean the machine.
Step-by-step guide to cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer and its parts.
Procedure for cleaning the fluff filter and drain pump.
Detailed steps for removing and cleaning the fluff filter and impeller.
Instructions for cleaning filters in the water inlet hose and valve.
Troubleshooting steps when the washing programme fails to start.
Diagnosing issues when the programme stops with a fault light.
Troubleshooting when a fault light appears but the programme continues.
Solutions for common issues like shaking, poor spinning, or door problems.
Troubleshooting pump noises, detergent residue, and fabric conditioner issues.
Solutions for grey, greasy particles and white residue on laundry.
Procedure to open the drum door during a power outage.
Method for checking the water supply pressure.
Information on how to contact Miele for service and support.
Details regarding the appliance guarantee period and terms.
Information about potential future software updates via PC.
Recommendations for suitable installation surfaces to minimize vibration.
Step-by-step guide to removing transit bars before first use.
Instructions for refitting transit bars if the machine needs to be moved.
Procedure for levelling the machine using adjustable feet.
Detailed steps for adjusting the machine's feet for level installation.
Requirements for installing the machine under a worktop.
Information on stacking a Miele tumble dryer with the washing machine.
Guidelines for connecting the machine to the mains water supply.
Instructions for connecting the drain hose to a sink, pipe, or gully.
Safety guidelines for electrical connection and plug wiring.
Information regarding non-rewireable plugs and fuse replacement.
Table showing energy, water, and time consumption for different programmes.
Key technical specifications like dimensions, weight, capacity, and power.
Information on environmentally friendly disposal of packing materials and safety for children.
Guidance on recycling old appliances and ensuring child safety during storage.
Diagram and identification of external components of the washing machine.
Explanation of buttons, selectors, and indicator lights on the control panel.
Guidelines for proper use, electrical safety, and maintenance precautions.
Advice on water connections, transit fittings, flooding, and foreign objects.
Notes on detergent use, accessories, and safe disposal of old machines.
Procedure to flush residual lubricants and water before first use.
Instructions for setting the water hardness reminder dial in the dispenser.
Guidance on sorting laundry, checking labels, and emptying pockets.
Methods for pre-treating stains and preparing specific items like curtains.
Step-by-step guide to selecting a programme and starting the wash.
How to select additional options like Soak, Pre-wash, Short, or Water plus.
Instructions for choosing the final spin speed or Rinse hold.
Steps to take after the programme has finished, including door opening and closing.
Procedure for adding or removing laundry during a running programme.
How to interrupt, alter, or skip stages in a running programme.
Table indicating water hardness levels and their German equivalents.
Consequences of using too little or too much detergent.
Information on using water softeners and recommendations for Miele.
Explanation of fabric conditioners, texturisers, and starch for laundry.
Procedure for using liquid conditioners, texturisers, or starch in the dispenser.
Instructions for adding fabric conditioner or texturiser separately.
Procedure for starching laundry as a separate process.
Table detailing programmes, fabric types, temperatures, and spin speeds.
Table detailing programmes, load capacity, and additional options.
Details the sequence of operations for various programmes like Cottons, Delicates.
Sequence details for Quick Wash, Starch, Spin, and Mixed Wash programmes.
Explanation of laundry care symbols and corresponding programmes.
Explanation of symbols for hand wash, dry clean, bleach, tumble dry, and ironing.
Details the Soak option for heavily soiled items and time settings.
Information on the Pre-wash option for heavily soiled items.
Explanation of the Short option to shorten programme running time.
Description of the Water plus options for increasing water level or rinses.
Information on the final spin stage and spin speed selection.
Details the 'Without final spin' option and its function.
Explanation of the Rinse hold option for preventing creases.
How to activate and deactivate programme locking for safety.
How to select and activate the maximum water level function for rinses.
Detailed options for the Water plus system and how to program them.
Mapping of START button presses to Water plus options (Rinse, Rinse hold, etc.).
How to activate the compartment function for detergent dispensing.
How to program different soak times for programmes.
How to activate the Gentle action programme for delicate fabrics.
How to activate the top-up rinse for the Cottons programme.
How the machine stores programme changes and how to manage it.
Instructions for cleaning the exterior casing and drum of the machine.
Recommendations for periodic hot washes to clean the machine.
Step-by-step guide to cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer and its parts.
Procedure for cleaning the fluff filter and drain pump.
Detailed steps for removing and cleaning the fluff filter and impeller.
Instructions for cleaning filters in the water inlet hose and valve.
Troubleshooting steps when the washing programme fails to start.
Diagnosing issues when the programme stops with a fault light.
Troubleshooting when a fault light appears but the programme continues.
Solutions for common issues like shaking, poor spinning, or door problems.
Troubleshooting pump noises, detergent residue, and fabric conditioner issues.
Solutions for grey, greasy particles and white residue on laundry.
Procedure to open the drum door during a power outage.
Method for checking the water supply pressure.
Information on how to contact Miele for service and support.
Details regarding the appliance guarantee period and terms.
Information about potential future software updates via PC.
Recommendations for suitable installation surfaces to minimize vibration.
Step-by-step guide to removing transit bars before first use.
Instructions for refitting transit bars if the machine needs to be moved.
Procedure for levelling the machine using adjustable feet.
Detailed steps for adjusting the machine's feet for level installation.
Requirements for installing the machine under a worktop.
Information on stacking a Miele tumble dryer with the washing machine.
Guidelines for connecting the machine to the mains water supply.
Instructions for connecting the drain hose to a sink, pipe, or gully.
Safety guidelines for electrical connection and plug wiring.
Information regarding non-rewireable plugs and fuse replacement.
Table showing energy, water, and time consumption for different programmes.
Key technical specifications like dimensions, weight, capacity, and power.
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