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General| Type | Freestanding |
|---|---|
| Appliance placement | Freestanding |
| Product colour | White |
| Capacity | 7 kg |
| Built-in display | Yes |
| Control type | Rotary, Touch |
| Door hinge | Left |
| Drum material | Stainless steel |
| Maximum spin speed | 1400 RPM |
| Spin-drying class | B |
| Washing class | A |
| Delayed start timer | Yes |
| Delay start (max) | 24 hours |
| Energy efficiency class | A+++ |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 850 x 596 x 636 mm |
| Width | 596 mm |
| Depth | 636 mm |
| Height | 850 mm |
| Noise Level (Washing) | 50 dB |
| Noise Level (Spinning) | 74 dB |
| Loading type | Front-load |
| Water consumption per cycle | 45 L |
Specifies the intended use of the washing machine in domestic households and similar environments.
Guidance on supervising children and their safe use of the washing machine.
Covers essential safety checks before setup, connection, and operation of the machine.
Provides advice on correct and safe usage of the washing machine.
Description of the washing machine's control panel, buttons, and displays.
Explanation of how the sensor controls work and react to touch.
Information on the environmentally friendly disposal of packaging materials.
Guidance on the correct disposal of old washing machines.
Instructions for removing the transit spanner from the transport packaging.
Steps to remove the drain hose elbow from the drum before initial use.
Instructions for removing protective foil and stickers from the machine.
Guide to running the initial calibration wash for optimal performance.
Procedure for opening the door after the first programme finishes.
Tips on reducing energy and water usage for efficient washing.
Advice on keeping the washing machine clean and preventing odours.
Information about how spin speed affects subsequent tumble drying.
Guidelines for appropriate detergent usage based on load and soiling.
Instruction to empty all pockets of laundry items before washing.
Guidance on sorting laundry by colour and care label.
Steps for pre-treating stains and spillages on laundry.
Instructions on how to open the washing machine door.
Instructions on how to close the washing machine door securely.
How to turn on the machine and select a wash programme.
How to adjust pre-set temperature and spin speed for a programme.
How to select and combine additional wash programme options.
Location and use of the detergent dispenser drawer.
Instructions for adding detergent to the dispenser compartments.
Instructions for adding fabric conditioner to the dispenser.
Tips on adjusting detergent dosage based on load and soiling.
Explains the results of using insufficient detergent.
Explains the results of using excessive detergent.
Advice on using liquid detergent with a pre-wash cycle.
Instructions for using detergent tablets or pods directly in the drum.
Overview of the CapDosing system and capsule types.
Steps to activate the CapDosing function using capsules.
How to start a selected wash programme.
Information on how indicator lights dim and can be reactivated.
Instructions on how to add or remove laundry during a running programme.
Procedure for unlocking the door and removing laundry after the programme.
Details on selectable final spin speeds for different programmes.
How to select the Rinse hold option to prevent creasing.
How to start the programme and initiate the spin cycle.
How to start the programme without a final spin cycle.
Information on interim spins and how final spin speed affects them.
How to start the programme with a delayed start.
Instructions for selecting the desired delay start time.
How to change or cancel a started Delay start function.
Information on the ECO 40-60 programme, including test institute notes.
Details for the Cottons programme, including hygiene requirements and pre-wash option.
Information on the Minimum iron programme, including spin speed advice.
Details for the Woollens programme, including spin speed advice.
Information on the Delicates programme, including advice on dust and creasing.
Details for the Express 20 programme, including automatic short option.
Information on the Dark garments/Denim programme, including washing inside out and colour bleeding.
Details for the Outerwear programme, including care for membrane fabrics and velcro.
Information on the Proofing programme for microfibre and ski wear.
Details for the Drain/Spin programme, including spin speed selection.
Information on the Separate rinse/Starch programme, including water+ option.
Reduces wash duration for lightly soiled textiles.
Increases water level in wash and rinses.
For cleaning heavily soiled items with protein stains.
For laundry with large amounts of dirt, e.g. dust and sand.
Explanation of washing symbols indicating temperature and agitation.
Explanation of drying symbols indicating temperature.
Explanation of ironing symbols indicating temperature.
Explanation of symbols for dry cleaning and wet cleaning.
Explanation of symbols for types of bleach that can be used.
Details on features like Anti-crease and explanations of programme sequence symbols.
How the safety lock prevents programme changes after starting.
Instructions on how to cancel a running wash programme.
How to select and start a new programme after cancellation.
Guidance on choosing suitable detergents for the washing machine.
How to determine the right amount of detergent to use.
Information on using water softeners to reduce detergent use.
Advice on using dispensing aids, particularly with liquid detergent.
Recommendation to use refill packs to reduce packaging waste.
Information on fabric conditioners and liquid starch.
Instructions for using fabric conditioner and starch separately.
Warning against using colour run and dye removers due to potential damage.
Instructions for cleaning the machine's exterior and control panel safely.
Steps for removing and cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer.
How to clean the siphon and channels in the dispenser drawer.
Cleaning detergent residues and limescale from the dispenser drawer compartment.
Advice on cleaning the drum for hygiene and preventing odours.
Instructions for checking and cleaning the water inlet filter.
Troubleshooting steps when the washing machine programme fails to initiate.
Diagnosing and resolving issues where the programme is cancelled and a fault light appears.
Troubleshooting display messages that appear during programmes.
Troubleshooting indicator lights that illuminate at the end of a programme.
Addressing common issues like smells, shaking, wet laundry, noises, and residue.
Troubleshooting dispensing problems with fabric conditioner, capsules, and water.
Resolving issues related to poor washing results, residue, and greasiness.
Troubleshooting steps when the washing machine door cannot be opened.
Procedure for opening the door during power cuts or blocked drains, and draining the machine.
Steps to open the door after draining the machine, including safety warnings.
Information on how to contact Miele Customer Service for assistance.
Details on available optional spare parts and accessories.
Information on accessing the European Product Database (EPREL).
Information regarding the appliance warranty and activation.
Diagram showing the front view of the machine with labelled components.
Diagram showing the rear view of the machine with labelled components.
Guidance on selecting a suitable installation surface for stability.
Instructions for safely transporting the washing machine to its installation location.
Step-by-step instructions for removing the transit bars.
Instructions for covering holes after transit bars have been removed.
How to secure transit bars to the machine for safe transportation.
Instructions for fitting the transit bars back onto the machine.
Ensuring the machine is perfectly level on all four feet for proper operation.
Procedure for adjusting the screw feet to level the machine.
Guidance on installing the machine under a countertop.
Information on stacking the washing machine with a Miele tumble dryer.
Description of the components of the Miele water protection system.
Instructions for connecting the machine to the water supply.
Maintenance advice for the water connection and inlet filter.
Information on available longer hoses for water connection.
Instructions for draining water from the machine.
Details on various methods for draining water from the machine.
Safety guidelines for connecting the washing machine to the electrical supply.
Information for test institutes on selecting programmes for data recording.
How to select specific programmes for testing and data collection.
Steps to access the programming level of the machine.
How to choose and select a specific programmable function.
How to edit, save, and switch programmable functions on or off.
How to exit the programming level after making changes.
Configuration of the keypad tone, enabling or disabling it.
How to activate and use the lock code feature.
Configuration of indicator light switch-off behaviour to save energy.
How the machine saves and recalls last used settings.
Extending the pre-wash time for the Cottons programme.
Setting the duration for the Soak extra option.
Activating gentle action for washing lightly soiled items.
Setting to reduce temperature at high altitudes to prevent boiling.
Determining the amount of water used with the Water + extra option.
Selecting different water level increases for washing and rinsing.
Permanently setting the water level to the highest value for rinsing.
Activating suds cooling to cool down hot suds at the end of the wash.
Function to help prevent creasing if laundry is not removed immediately.
Function to prevent programme cancellation due to low water pressure.
Details on Miele's UltraWhite and UltraColor detergents for various washing needs.
Information on Miele specialist detergent capsules for various fabric types and care.
Details on fabric conditioner and proofing agent capsules.
Information on additive capsules, such as stain removers.
Details on descaling agents and intensive cleaning products.
Information on water softener tablets for hard water conditions.
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