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Operating and Installation Instructions Washer W 3037 en - US To prevent accidents and appliance damage, read these instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr. 09 676 140...
WARNING - Improper connection of an installation in these applications. the equipment-grounding conductor Please contact the Miele Technical may result in a risk of electric shock. Service Dept. with specific Check with a qualified electrician if you requirements.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS If the power cord is damaged it Only use the washing machine to must only be replaced by a Miele wash items which are specified by the Service technician with a genuine Miele manufacturer to be machine washable power cord.
Guide to the washer Control panel a Program buttons f "Start" button To select a wash program Starts the selected wash program b Option buttons g "Cancel" button Special features to enhance a wash Switches back to the previous menu program during program selection or cancels the running program...
Guide to the washer Display function "Menu" buttons The display allows you to operate and select various functions of the washer. Selection and display of program settings – Temperature selection – Spin speed selection – Delay start – Display of an approximate program running time Various settings can be made with the Program selection using the display...
Before using for the first time Shipping strut reminder The appliance must be correctly installed and connected before the The shipping struts must be first use. Please see the "Installation removed before the first use to avoid instructions." machine damage. ^ Confirm that the shipping struts have This washing machine has been removed by pressing "OK".
Using the washer 1. Prepare and sort the laundry Sort the laundry ^ Only wash items that are labeled machine washable by the manufacturer. Most garments have a fabric care label in the collar or side seam. ^ Sort the laundry by care label and color.
Using the washer 2. Turn on the washer ^ Press the I-On / 0-Off button. The washer is turned on and the program indicators light. The drum light is on. The drum light turns off automatically after five minutes. To turn the light on To prevent damage to the door seal again press the "Door"...
Using the washer 4. Select a program 5. Select a temperature and/or spin speed The pre-selected temperature and/or spin speed can be adjusted if the program allows so. Duration: 1:02 h MG G P G G GM MG G G G P GM Warm High spin ^ By pressing the left menu button...
Using the washer Program guide Temperature Final spin Item / Tip Normal Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer Items made from cottons, linen or mixed fabrics. Very Warm Max spin Warm Important: Fill the drum only of the way. Items Cold need room to move otherwise they No Heat...
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Using the washer Temperature Final spin Item / Tip Woolens Options: Sensitive, Buzzer Warm Items made from washable wool or High spin mixed woolens. Med spin Cold Slow spin No Heat Hold No spin Silk Options: Buzzer Cold Slow spin Silk and hand washable items which do not contain wool.
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Using the washer Temperature Final spin Item / Tip Delicates Options: Extended, Buzzer Warm Med spin For delicate items made from synthetics. Slow spin Cold Hold No Heat No Spin Denim / Jeans Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer Warm High spin All items made from denim.
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Using the washer Temperature Final spin Item / Tip Beach towels Options: Buzzer Program to rinse sand from beach No Heat Max spin towels. Do not use detergent. Express Options: Buzzer Warm Max spin Small loads of mixed items for the programs "Normal"...
Using the washer Final spin speed Rinse spin The laundry is spun after the main wash Program and between the rinse cycles. Normal Max spin Reducing the final spin speed will also Wrinkle-free High spin reduce the rinse spin speeds. Sanitize Max spin Handwash...
Using the washer 6. Select an option Heavy Soil For heavily soiled laundry or stubborn dried on stains. A pre-wash takes place and the wash time for the main wash is extended. Extended For laundry with normal to heavy soiling or stains.
Using the washer 7. Add detergent Too little detergent may cause: – laundry to not be cleaned effectively Front loading washing machines and become gray and stiff over time. require special high efficiency detergents. Closely follow the – grease to not be completely washed requirements of the detergent from the laundry.
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Using the washer Using liquid detergent Detergent for Heavy Soil ^ Only add detergent ( of the total amount recommended) to the i compartment, if the "Heavy Soil" option is selected. Bleach ^ Add bleach to compartment i as described by the manufacturer. ^ Pull out the detergent dispenser ^ Do not use the "Heavy Soil"...
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Using the washer i Detergent for "Heavy Soil" Using powder detergent ^ Only add detergent ( Liquid detergent inserts come already of the total amount recommended) to the i inserted in the detergent compartments. To use powder compartment, if the "Heavy Soil" detergent remove the inserts.
Detergent You can use all high efficiency detergents which are formulated for household washing machines. Closely follow the requirements of the detergent manufacturer. Universal Color Delicate Bleach Normal Wrinkle-free Sanitize Handwash Woolens Detergent for wool Silk Custom Extra White Delicates Denim / Jeans Dress shirts Pillows...
Fabric care Fabric softener Bleach Makes fabrics feel softer and reduces To remove difficult to clean stains. static cling in the dryer. Dispensing bleach Mild liquid starch A synthetic starch wash that gives The liquid detergent insert must be fabrics some stiffness. inserted in compartment i.
Using the washer 8. Select Delay Start Cancel (if desired) Press the "Cancel" button. Delay start allows you to delay the start Adjust of a program from 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24 hours. To adjust the Delay Start time cancel and reset.
Using the washer 10. Activate the Child Lock 11. Program end (if desired) During the "Anti-crease" program the display shows "Anti-crease" alternating The Child Lock can be activated to with "End". prevent a child from canceling the program and opening the door at the ^ Open the drum door and remove the end of a program.
Using the washer Canceling a program Interrupting a program ^ Turn the washer off. A program can be canceled any time after the program start. To continue: ^ Turn the washer on again. Changing a program A program change is not possible once the program has started.
Using the washer Preparing your appliance for The drum door cannot be opened if: an extended vacation – the water temperature is greater than 130°F (55°C). If you elect to turn off the water to your home for an extended period of time, –...
Quick guide Remove this guide for easy reference Please read all instructions, especially the "Important Safety Instructions", before using the washer.
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Quick guide 1. Sort the laundry 4. Selecting a program ^ Empty all pockets. ^ Press the program button of the desired program. ^ Sort the laundry by fabric and color. The indicator of the selected program ^ Pretreat stains. lights.
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Quick guide 6. Selecting an Option 8. Selecting Delay Start ^ Press the "m" delay start button. Start in: 1:02 h MG G P G G GM MG G G G P GM Warm High spin ^ With every touch of the "m" delay start"...
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Quick guide Program guide Normal Wrinkle-free Sanitize Handwash Woolens Silk Custom Extra White Delicates Denim / Jeans Dress shirts Pillows Outerwear Table linens Beach towels Express Drain / Spin Quick rinse Selectable Options except for buzzer Heavy Soil Extended Sensitive Default settings are printed in bold.
Do not use a hose to wash down protection. These special descaling the washer. agents can be purchased from Miele. Use as directed on the packaging. Cleaning the exterior and Cleaning the detergent drawer...
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Cleaning and care ^ Clean the siphon tube. Cleaning the niche of the detergent drawer 1. Remove the siphon tube from the ^ Using a bottle brush remove any compartment § and rinse under detergent or lime deposits from the warm water.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the water inlet filters The washer has two water inlet filters to protect each inlet valve. These filters should be checked and cleaned if necessary every 6 months. This may need to be done more frequently with some water supplies.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the drain pump and Caution: If laundry has been lint trap washed at a high temperature, the Occasionally, small objects (buttons, water draining out of the machine coins, etc.) may become trapped in the will still be hot! Allow it to cool before lint trap.
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Cleaning and care ^ Check that the impeller (in the back Once the flow of water stops: of the chamber) rotates freely by ^ Remove the lint trap lid. spinning it with your hand. ^ Remove any foreign objects or lint ^ Return the lint trap and tighten into from the filter.
Frequently asked questions Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The following section will help you avoid placing a service call by identifying issues you may encounter while operating the machine: A wash program cannot be started Issue...
Frequently asked questions The display shows a fault message Issue Possible cause Solution Drain fault – The drain is – Clean the drain filter and Check drain blocked. the drain pump. – The drain hose is too – The maximum drain high.
Frequently asked questions General problems with the washer Issue Possible cause Solution The four feet are not resting Level the machine (see The washer shakes during the spin cycle. evenly on the floor. "Leveling the washer"). There are unusual There is no fault. Lapping sounds at the beginning sounds coming from and end of the drain process are normal.
Frequently asked questions Poor wash results Issue Possible cause Solution The wash does not Liquid detergents do not – Use powdered bleach. come clean with contain bleaching – Do not put liquid detergent liquid detergent. agents. Fruit, coffee and and stain remover together in tea stains cannot be the same wash compartment.
Frequently asked questions The drum door cannot be opened Possible cause Solution Plug the washer in and turn it on by pressing the The washer is not plugged in and/or not turned on. "I-On/0-Off" button. The Child Lock is Deactivate the Child Lock as described in the activated.
Frequently asked questions Opening the drum door during Make sure the machine is turned a power failure off and the drum has stopped moving. A moving drum is dangerous. ^ Open the detergent dispenser drawer and remove the tool. ^ To open the door, pull down on the ring in the upper right corner of the access area.
Miele Service department, Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele. Our goal is to prevent PC Update unauthorized (and untrained) service The indicator marked PC allows a...
Installation Instructions Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specification, technical & warranty information. To prevent accidents and appliance damage read these instructions before installation or use.
Installation Front view a Hot water intake hose h Control panel b Cold water intake hose i Detergent dispenser drawer c Power cord j Drum door d - g Drain hose (drain options shown k Access panel to lint trap and drain i.e adjustable and removable pump elbows).
Installation Rear view a Lid excess end with transport grips f Drain hose b W-LAN communication module g Bracket for intake and drain hoses (optional accessory) h Rotary protectors for shipping struts c Power cord i Bracket for intake and drain hoses d Cold water intake hose and for storing the shipping struts when not in use.
These clips are release, 2, the catch at the top. available from your dealer or Miele. If installed on a masonry or concrete ½ base, the base should have a "...
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Installation ^ Turn the left shipping strut ^ Turn the right shipping strut counterclockwise 90° with the clockwise 90° with the enclosed enclosed combination wrench. combination wrench. ^ Pull out the shipping strut. ^ Pull out the shipping strut.
Installation Installing the shipping struts ^ Reinstall the struts by reversing the "Removing the shipping struts" procedure. To avoid injury the holes for the shipping struts must be covered after the struts are removed. ^ Close the holes with the rotary protectors as shown, making sure to close the caps.
Installation Leveling the washer To ensure smooth operation the washer must be level. ^ Turn the locking ring, 2, counter- clockwise with the enclosed combination wrench. Unscrew the each of the for feet as much as Failure to level the machine can result needed by turning both the foot, 1, in increased water and energy and locking ring, 2, to the left.
Replace the hose only with a genuine must not be removed. Miele hose, or with a hose able to withstand up to 145 psi (10 bar) Hose extension (optional accessory) pressure. The water valve connector...
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Plumbing Hot and cold water connection Cold water only connection ^ Connect the cold water intake hose The washer must be reprogrammed for (blue mark) to the cold water valve cold water only. and the hot water intake hose (red ^ Press and hold the "Sensitive"...
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^ Make sure there are no kinks in the drain hose. If necessary, the drain hose may be extended to run a maximum of 16 ft (4.9 m), as long as the 4 ft (1.2 m) height is not exceeded. Hose extensions are available from Miele.
Electrical connection ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This installation should be performed This appliance must be grounded. by an experienced and qualified In the event of a malfunction or technician, in accordance with local breakdown, grounding will reduce codes and regulations. the risk of electric shock by The washing machine is supplied with a providing a path of least resistance...
Setting the display language The display language can be changed at any time as long as no program is running. ^ Press the "Extended" button until the display shows: Language english B ^ Select the desired language by pressing the left menu button "+". Confirm with "OK".
Help protect our environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of an appliance material Old appliances may contain materials that can be recycled. Please contact The cardboard box and packing your local recycling center about the materials protect the appliance during possibility of recycling these materials.
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Alteration rights reserved / 2513 M.-Nr. 09 676 140 / 00 INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE REFER TO OUR WEBSITE TO OBTAIN THE MOST CURRENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS, TECHNICAL & WARRANTY INFORMATION.