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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating instructions for Washing machine W 1724 en - GB To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 09 300 580... -
Page 2: Caring For Our Environment
Caring for our environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old machine material Electrical and electronic machines often contain materials which, if The transport and protective packing handled or disposed of incorrectly, has been selected from materials which could be potentially hazardous to are environmentally friendly for disposal human health and to the environment. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Caring for our environment ......... 2 Warning and Safety instructions . - Page 4 Contents Detergent ............31 The correct detergent .
- Page 5 The Miele water protection system ........
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Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation of the washing machine. The washing machine can only be used by people with reduced... - Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children Children 8 years and older may use, clean or maintain the washing machine without supervision only if they have been shown how to do so in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the machine unless they are constantly supervised.
- Page 8 Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the machine (e.g. danger of overheating). Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety...
- Page 9 Warning and Safety instructions Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved service technician. If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger.
- Page 10 Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point. Before using the washing machine for the first time, check that the transit bars at the rear of the machine have been removed (see section on "Installation and connection").
- Page 11 A special descaling agent is available to order from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet on www.miele-shop.com. Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine.
- Page 12 Warning and Safety instructions Accessories Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-...
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Page 13: Operating The Washing Machine
Operating the washing machine Control panel a Display f Start/Stop button See the following page for more For starting the programme selected information. and cancelling a programme once it has started. b Delay start button g Extra option buttons For delaying the start time of a programme. - Page 14 Operating the washing machine Delay start The delay start time selected will appear in the display. After the machine has started, the delay start time counts down. If the delay start time is more than 10 hours, it will count down by the hour.
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Page 15: Before Using For The First Time
Before using for the first time Setting the language Before using the machine for the first You will be asked to select the time ensure that it is correctly language you require for the display. It installed and connected. See is possible to change the language at "Installation and connection". -
Page 16: Washing Environmentally And Economically
Washing environmentally and economically Energy and water consumption Detergent – Water consumption and energy – Do not exceed the amounts of usage are determined by the size of detergent recommended by the the load. manufacturer on the packaging. To make the most out of your –... -
Page 17: How To Wash Correctly
How to wash correctly Brief instructions If you use a solvent-based The headings numbered A, B, C, . . . cleaning agent (e.g. one containing show the operating sequence and can benzene) to pre-treat a stain, make be used as brief instructions. sure that any plastic parts (e.g. - Page 18 How to wash correctly B Switch on the washing machine D Select a programme C Load the drum ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Unfold the laundry and load loosely into the drum. Mixing both large and small items gives better wash results and also helps distribute the load evenly during spinning.
- Page 19 How to wash correctly F Select extra option(s) Water plus The water level in the main wash and the rinses will be increased. You can select other settings for Water plus. These are described in "Programmable functions". Pre-wash For laundry with large amounts of dirt e.g.
- Page 20 How to wash correctly H Add detergent It is important to dispense the correct amount, because ..too little detergent results in: – Laundry not getting properly clean and with time it may become grey and hard to the touch.
- Page 21 How to wash correctly I Start the programme Check that all items have been ^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button. removed from the drum. Items left in If a Delay start time has been selected, the drum could discolour other items then this will count down in the display.
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Page 22: Spinning
Spinning Final spin speed To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) ^ Select the Rinse hold (e) setting Programme using the Spin speed button. The Cottons 1400 laundry will not be spun and will Minimum iron 1200 remain suspended in the final rinse Delicates water. -
Page 23: Delay Start
Delay start With Delay start you can choose when To alter Delay start you want the programme to end. The You can change the Delay start time at start of a programme can be delayed any time by pressing the Delay start from 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24 button. -
Page 24: Programme Chart
Programme chart Cottons 9ö8E76* 30°C to 95°C Max. load 6.0 kg Use for Cotton, linen and cotton mix fabric, e.g. table linen, towelling, underwear, T-shirts etc. Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash Note for test institutes: The test programme conforms to EN 60456 and the energy label with Directive 1061/2010. - Page 25 Programme chart Automatic 7621* cold to 40°C Max. load 3.5 kg Use for Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum iron programmes. Sort according to colour. Note The wash parameters (e.g. water level, wash rhythm and spin speed) are adjusted automatically in this programme to ensure the best possible care and wash result for each item.
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Page 26: Programme Sequence
Programme sequence Main wash Rinses Spinning Water Wash Water Rinses Interim Final spin level rhythm level spin Cottons Minimum iron Delicates – Woollens Express Automatic Shirts – Denim – Dark garments Spin – – – – – d = Low water level a= Intensive rhythm ( = Medium water level b= Normal rhythm... - Page 27 Programme sequence This machine has fully electronic Special features in the programme controls with automatic load sequences: recognition. It takes in the right amount Anti-crease: of water required for the programme depending on the amount of laundry At the end of every programme, with and its absorbency rate.
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Page 28: Garment Care Label Symbols
Garment care label symbols Washing Ironing The figure quoted in the bucket is the The number of dots indicates the maximum temperature the garment ironing temperature can be washed at. The number of Hot iron (max sole plate temp. bars under the symbol indicates the approx. -
Page 29: Changing The Programme Sequence
Changing the programme sequence Cancelling a programme Making changes to a programme You can cancel a programme at any time after it has started. After the start of a programme it is no longer possible to select a different ^ Press the Start/Stop button. programme. -
Page 30: Adding Or Removing Laundry After A Programme Has Started
Changing the programme sequence Adding or removing laundry Safety lock after a programme has started The safety lock prevents the machine ^ Press the Door button to open the from being opened and programmes drum door. from being cancelled during a wash programme. -
Page 31: Detergent
. Add liquid detergent to this container for the main wash and to compartment i for the pre-wash. See "Optional accessories" at the end of this booklet for details of Miele branded care products including detergent and fabric conditioner. -
Page 32: Water Softener
Heavily soiled Visible dirt and stains and/or dried on Miele branded water softening tablets soiling. are available from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet on – The water hardness level. www.miele-shop.com. Check with your local water supplier... -
Page 33: Fabric Conditioners And Liquid Starch
Detergent Fabric conditioners and liquid If starching frequently, thoroughly starch clean the dispenser compartment, Fabric conditioners especially the siphon tube and the make garments soft to handle and help fabric conditioner channel, regularly. prevent static cling when tumble See "Cleaning the detergent drying. -
Page 34: Cleaning And Care
External casing and fascia For hygiene reasons, clean the entire panel drawer at regular intervals. ^ Clean the casing using a Miele E- Cloth or with a mild non-abrasive cleaning agent or soap and water using a well wrung-out cloth. Wipe dry with a soft cloth. - Page 35 Cleaning and care Cleaning the siphon and conditioner If starching frequently, thoroughly channel clean the siphon, the siphon tube and the fabric conditioner channel regularly. A build-up of starch will cause them to get clogged. Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing 1.
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Page 36: Cleaning The Water Inlet Filters
Cleaning and care Cleaning the water inlet filters To clean the filter in the water inlet valve: The washing machine has two filters to ^ Using pliers, carefully loosen the protect the inlet valves. ribbed plastic nut on the inlet valve These filters should be checked every and unscrew. -
Page 37: Problem Solving Guide
Problem solving guide With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. -
Page 38: Fault Messages In The Display
Problem solving guide Fault messages in the display Remedy A Problem Possible cause lights up in the – The water outlet is – Clean the drain filter and display and blocked or the drain pump. restricted. Drain fault – The maximum delivery flashes. -
Page 39: General Problems
Problem solving guide General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine feet are not Level the machine (see The machine shakes during the spin cycle. level. "Installation and connection"). The laundry has not been The machine detected an Include both large and spun properly and is still imbalance during the final small items in the load as... -
Page 40: An Unsatisfactory Wash Result
Problem solving guide An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy Liquid detergents – Use a general purpose Liquid detergent does not give the usually contain no detergent containing a required result. bleaching agents. bleaching agent. They do not remove –... -
Page 41: The Drum Door Does Not Open When You Press The Door Button
Problem solving guide The drum door does not open when you press the Door button Possible cause Remedy The machine is not Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and/or connected to the switch the machine on with the I-On/0-Off button. electricity supply and/or is not switched on. -
Page 42: Opening The Drum Door In The Event Of A Blocked Drain Outlet And/Or Power Failure
Problem solving guide Opening the drum door in the Caution: if laundry has been event of a blocked drain outlet washed at a high temperature, water and/or power failure draining out of the machine will still ^ Switch the washing machine off. be hot. - Page 43 Problem solving guide Once the flow of water ceases: Make sure the drain filter is securely tightened. Otherwise there is a risk of water leakage during use. To avoid loss of detergent, pour approx. 2 litres of water into the detergent dispenser drawer after cleaning the drain filter.
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Page 44: After Sales Service
Miele service – your Miele Dealer or technicians during servicing work for testing purposes and for updating the – Miele (see back cover for contact machine's programme data. details). When contacting your Dealer or Miele, Guarantee... -
Page 45: Installation And Connection
Installation and connection Front view a Inlet hose (tested to withstand h Control panel pressure of at least 7,000 kPa) i Drum door b Electricity supply cable j Access to drain filter, drain pump c - f Flexible drain hose (with and emergency release detachable swivel elbow) k Four height adjustable feet... -
Page 46: Rear View
Installation and connection Rear view a Protruding lid for holding when e Transit bar covers moving the machine f Restraining clip for inlet hose and b Electricity supply cable drain hose c Inlet hose (tested to withstand g Restraining clips for transit bars pressure of at least 7,000 kPa) when removed d Drain hose... -
Page 47: Installation Surface
1. Use a screwdriver to prise out the using retaining clips (available from cover as illustrated. the Miele Spare Parts Dept), 2. Pull the cover forwards to remove. otherwise there is the danger of the machine moving and falling off the... - Page 48 Installation and connection ^ Using the spanner supplied, turn the ^ Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°, left-hand transit bar 90°, then then ^ withdraw the transit bar. ^ withdraw the transit bar.
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Page 49: Re-Fitting The Transit Bars
Installation and connection To avoid the risk of injury the holes for the transit bars must be covered after the transit bars have been removed. ^ Secure the transit bars to the back of the washing machine. Make sure that holes b are fitted over retainers a. -
Page 50: Levelling The Machine
Installation and connection Levelling the machine The machine must stand perfectly level on all four feet to ensure safe and proper operation. Incorrect installation may increase electricity and water consumption and may cause the machine to move about. Screwing out and adjusting the feet The four adjustable screw feet are used to level the machine. -
Page 51: Building Under A Worktop
Installation and connection Building under a worktop Washer-dryer stack A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked The machine lid must not be with the washing machine. A WTV removed. stacking kit is necessary which can be purchased from your Dealer, the Miele... -
Page 52: The Miele Water Protection System
– Overflow protection system This prevents the washing machine taking in too much water. If the water The Miele water protection system level exceeds a certain level, the protects the washing machine from drain pump switches in and pumps water damage. -
Page 53: Connection To The Water Supply
The washing machine is not suitable for connection to a hot water supply. Maintenance and care Only use a genuine Miele hose should you ever need a replacement or extension. These are tested to withstand pressure of at least... -
Page 54: Connection To The Drainage System
If required, the drain hose can be extended to a length of 5 m. The necessary parts can purchased from the Miele Spare Parts Department or a Adapter your Miele dealer. b Nut * For a delivery head of more than 1 m (up to a max. -
Page 55: Electrical Connection U.k
Installation and connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363 All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be refitted when by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover person, in strict accordance with is lost, the plug must not be used until a current national and local safety suitable replacement is obtained. -
Page 56: Consumption Data
Consumption data Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration in kWh in litres Normal 95°C 6.0 kg 1.99 2 h 09 min Cottons 60°C* 6.0 kg 1.02 1 h 49 min 60°C* 3.0 kg 0.73 1 h 49 min 40°C 6.0 kg 0.65 2 h 04 min 40°C*... -
Page 57: Technical Data
Technical data Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 634 mm Depth with door open 1074 mm Weight 99 kg Capacity 6 kg dry laundry Voltage see data plate Connected load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate / plug Consumption data see "Consumption data"... - Page 58 Programmable functions for changing default settings The programmable functions are used to alter the machine's electronics to suit changing requirements. Programmable functions can be altered at any time.
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Page 59: Programmable Functions
Programmable functions To access programmable functions To alter a programmable function You can see the different options The programmable functions are available for a programmable function accessed via the Start/Stop button by turning the programme selector. and the programme selector. The option which is currently set will Before you begin, first ensure that: have a tick L beside it. -
Page 60: Water Plus
Programmable functions Water plus Gentle action This programmable function is used Activating gentle action reduces the to select the water intake setting for drum action and is suitable for the Water plus extra option. washing slightly soiled items more gently. It should be activated for There are three different options: garments with a single bar under the care label and for articles which feel... -
Page 61: Code
Programmable functions Code A code can be used to lock the electronics on the washing machine ^ Press the Start/Stop button. to prevent it being used without your The following will appear in the display: knowledge. Code activated When the code has been activated, you have to enter a code after switching the Once the machine is switched off, it washing machine on. -
Page 62: Temperature Unit
Programmable functions Temperature unit Keypad tone You can chose for the temperature to An audible tone sounds each time a be displayed as °C/Celsius or button is pressed. °F/Fahrenheit. The machine is delivered with the The machine is delivered with keypad tone deactivated. -
Page 63: Standby Display
Programmable functions Standby display Memory To save energy, the display goes out The washing machine will store the and the indicator light for the Start/ most recently selected settings Stop button will start flashing slowly. (programme, temperature, spin speed and any extra options) in The display will always go out, memory once the programme has started. -
Page 64: Optional Accessories
Miele specialist detergents designed to suit the fabric being washed. Miele have also developed a "Outdoor wear" range of specialist CareCollection This specialist detergent will clean your detergents and conditioning products water-repellent outerwear with care. - Page 65 Fabric conditioner This liquid detergent is particularly suitable for cleaning coloured and dark The Miele fabric conditioner will give your laundry a fresh, natural fragrance. garments. The special formulation offers effective stain removal, even at It makes garments soft to handle and...
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