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Guidance on the environmentally friendly disposal and recycling of packaging materials.
Instructions for the safe and responsible disposal of old electrical appliances.
Defines the intended use and limitations of the washing machine for domestic environments.
Guidelines for supervising children around the washing machine to prevent accidents.
Essential safety checks and electrical connection requirements for the washing machine.
Information on proper installation, operation, frost protection, and avoiding foreign objects.
Details on Miele-approved accessory parts and stacking kits for the washing machine.
Detailed explanation of the control panel, its sensors, indicators, and programme selector.
Explanation of sensor controls, indicator lights, and their functions for operating the machine.
Understanding the time display and the operation of the Start/Stop sensor for programme control.
Instructions for removing protective foil, stickers, and the drain hose elbow before first use.
Guide to running the initial wash cycle, including door unlocking and energy saving tips.
Tips for reducing energy and water consumption, including detergent dosage and programme selection.
Steps for preparing laundry, including emptying pockets, sorting, and pre-treating stains.
Advice on washing specific items like curtains, bras, and bedding for optimal results.
Guidance on opening, closing, and loading the washing machine drum for efficient washing.
How to select wash programmes, temperature, spin speed, and adjust settings.
Information on choosing and activating additional options like Short, Water plus, Pre-wash, and Soak.
Instructions for using the detergent dispenser, dosage tips, and consequences of incorrect amounts.
Guide to the CapDosing system, available capsules, activation, and switching.
Details on operating CapDosing, dispensing, and switching the function on/off.
How to start a wash programme, add laundry mid-cycle, and understand energy saving indicators.
Steps to end a programme, unlock the door, remove laundry, and prepare the machine for drying.
Overview of final spin speeds for programmes and how to adjust them, plus rinse cycles.
How to omit the final spin cycle and keep laundry in rinse water to prevent creasing.
Instructions for omitting rinse and interim spin cycles.
Details for Cottons programmes, including usage, temperature, and maximum load.
Information on the Minimum Iron programme, including use and spin speed reduction.
Usage and notes for Delicates and Woollens programmes, including spin speed adjustments.
Details for Shirts and Express 20 programmes, including pre-treatment and automatic options.
Guidance for washing dark items, including inside-out washing and colour run precautions.
Instructions for washing outerwear and proofing, including zipper closure and fabric conditioner use.
Details on using the Drain/Spin function and the Separate rinse/Starch programme.
Introduction to using extra option buttons to augment wash programmes.
Detailed explanation of the Short, Water plus, Pre-wash, and Soak extra options and their usage.
Chart showing which extra options can be selected with different wash programmes.
Explanation of garment care symbols related to washing, agitation, and ironing temperatures.
Guide to symbols for professional cleaning (dry clean, wet clean) and bleaching.
Table detailing wash rhythm, water levels, rinses, and spinning for each programme.
Explanation of symbols used in the programme sequence chart and special features like anti-crease.
Instructions on how to change, cancel, or interrupt a running wash programme.
Procedure for removing laundry after a programme has been cancelled or spun.
How to add or remove laundry during a running programme if the door lock is released.
Guidance on choosing detergents, dosage, water hardness, softeners, and EU recommendations.
Details on using fabric conditioner and starch for laundry care.
Table of Miele's recommended detergents for various programmes and fabric types.
Table of recommended detergents based on EU Directive Nr. 1015/2010 for different fabric types.
Instructions for applying fabric conditioner, starch, and precautions for colour run/dye removers.
Steps for cleaning the drum, casing, fascia panel, and detergent dispenser drawer for hygiene.
Step-by-step guide to cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer for hygiene.
Instructions for cleaning the siphon tube and the detergent dispenser drawer housing.
Procedure for cleaning the water inlet filters to maintain water supply and protect the valve.
Troubleshooting steps for when the washing machine's programme fails to start.
Diagnosing and resolving faults indicated by specific error codes and indicator lights.
Interpreting messages during the programme and indicator lights at the end of a cycle.
Resolving common issues like smells, shaking, incomplete spinning, and detergent residue.
Troubleshooting fabric conditioner dispensing and issues with CapDosing capsules.
Addressing issues like poor cleaning, grey particles, and white residues on laundry.
Troubleshooting when the washing machine door cannot be opened or the lock has jammed.
Procedure for emergency door opening, draining the machine, and cleaning the drain filter.
Detailed steps for cleaning the drain filter and manually unlocking the door.
Information on contacting Miele for malfunctions, obtaining optional accessories, and warranty.
Identification of main components visible from the front of the washing machine.
Identification of components visible from the rear of the washing machine.
Guidance on selecting a suitable installation surface and ensuring machine stability.
Step-by-step instructions for removing the transit bars before installation.
Visual guide for turning and pulling out the transit bars using the supplied spanner.
Instructions for covering transit bar holes and re-fitting the bars for future moves.
Guide to levelling the washing machine using the adjustable feet and counter-nuts.
Information on installing the machine under a worktop and stacking with a tumble dryer.
Explanation of the inlet hose, electronic unit, and drain hose as part of the water protection system.
Details on connecting to the mains water supply, including pressure, stopcock, and hose requirements.
Guidance on water drainage methods, hose extension, and securing the drain hose.
Instructions for electrical connection in the UK, plug safety, fuses, and RCD protection.
Table detailing energy, water, and duration for various programmes under different conditions.
Key technical specifications including height, width, depth, weight, capacity, and pressure limits.
Detailed energy efficiency, consumption, and noise emission data according to EU regulations.
Steps to enter the programming level and scroll through available programmable functions.
Guide to switching programmable functions on/off and selecting options, including confirmation.
Explanation of the lock code feature to prevent unauthorized use and how to activate it.
Setting the control panel standby status to save energy or keep displays active.
Details on the memory function and extending pre-wash time for Cottons programmes.
Setting soak duration and activating gentle action for delicate washing.
Adjusting temperature for high altitudes and controlling water levels with the Water plus option.
Selecting water plus levels and setting the maximum rinse level for allergy sufferers.
Activating suds cooling for safety and anti-crease function to prevent laundry creasing.
Adjusting the brightness of the control panel sensors to seven different levels.
Overview of Miele detergents, fabric care products, additives, and machine care items.
Details on WoolCare, SilkCare, and fabric care products, including proofing agents and conditioners.
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