Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..............5 Guide to the dishwasher ..................14 Appliance overview....................14 Control panel......................15 Display functions....................16 Caring for the environment ................. 17 Disposal of packaging material................17 Disposal of your old appliance ................17 Energy-saving dishwashing ................... 17 Before using for the first time................
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Contents Turning off ......................47 Unloading the dishwasher ..................47 Interrupting a program ................... 48 Changing a program ....................48 Options........................49 Options ........................49 Delay Start with EcoStart..................51 Program overview ....................54 Settings menu ...................... 56 Opening the Settings menu ................... 56 Language ......................
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Contents Frequently Asked Questions ................72 Technical problems ....................72 Water intake fault ....................74 Water drainage fault ....................75 General problems....................76 Noises ........................77 Poor cleaning results....................78 Frequently asked questions ................81 Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve ............. 81 Customer service....................
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Correct use This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and similar residential environments. This dishwasher is not suitable for outdoor use. It must only be used as specified in these operating instructions for cleaning domestic dishware and cutlery.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety with children Children must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Keep small children away from the appliance at all times to avoid the risk of injury.
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Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate grounding system (e.g. electric shock). ...
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The water pressure (flow pressure at the connection point) must be between 4.35 - 145 psi. A damaged appliance could be dangerous. If the dishwasher gets damaged, turn off the electrical supply and contact Miele.
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(turn it off and with‐ draw the plug from the socket). If the connection cable is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cable of the same type (available from Miele) by a Miele-au‐ thorized service technician only.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Proper installation The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation plan. Be careful when installing the dishwasher. Wear protective gloves to avoid injury on any sharp metal components. The dishwasher must be correctly aligned horizontally to ensure problem-free operation.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Proper use Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion! Do not inhale or ingest powder detergent. Dishwasher detergents contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which can cause burning in the nose, mouth, and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Seek medical attention immediately if detergent has been swallowed or in‐...
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Please observe the information given in "Technical data" regard‐ ing the capacity of the dishwasher. Accessories Use only genuine original Miele parts. If spare parts or accesso‐ ries from other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid. Disposal of your old dishwasher ...
Guide to the dishwasher Appliance overview a Upper spray arm (not visible) g Filter system b Cutlery tray (depending on model) h Data plate c Upper basket i Rinse aid reservoir d Middle spray arm j Dual compartment detergent dis‐ penser e Air intake for drying (depending on model)
Guide to the dishwasher Control panel a On/Off sensor button d Display For switching the dishwasher on and See "Function of the display" for more information. off. b Information sensor button e "Back" sensor button For navigating back to the previous For displaying additional information about the option in the display.
Guide to the dishwasher Display functions A dash in the display next to a sensor button indicates that a function can be General information selected with that sensor button. The relevant sensor button lights up. The display is used to select or set the following: The scroll bar ...
– Follow the detergent manufacturer's recommendations on detergent dos‐ age. – When using powder or liquid deter‐ gent, you can use less detergent if baskets are only half full. You can find additional tips on energy- saving dishwashing in "Miele's guide to dishwashing".
Before using for the first time Opening the door Water in the dishwasher may be hot. Danger of scalding! At the end of programs with a drying phase (see "Program overview"), the Only open the door during operation door will open automatically a little in if absolutely necessary and exercise order to help the drying process.
Before using for the first time Closing the door Child safety lock Push the baskets in. Use the safety lock to prevent children from opening the dishwasher door. Then raise the door upwards until the catch engages. The door will then close automatically. ...
Before using for the first time Basic settings Time of day The display will then change to the Turn the dishwasher on using the screen for setting the time. sensor button. The time of day needs to be set before The welcome screen will appear when program option can be Delay start...
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Before using for the first time Water hardness The message Set up successfully complet- will then appear in the display. The display changes to the water hard‐ ness setting. After confirming this message , the refill indicators and Refill salt Refill –...
Before using for the first time Before using the appliance for If the water in your area is very soft the first time, you require: and constantly lower than 5 gr/gal (5 °d) you do not have to add dish‐ –...
Before using for the first time Filling the salt reservoir Important! Before filling the salt res‐ ervoir with dishwasher salt for the first time, you must fill it with approx. 2 qt (2 l) of water to enable the salt to dissolve.
Before using for the first time Salt refill indicator If you only ever use Tab products in your dishwasher, you can switch off Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher both refill indicators for salt and rinse salt for reactivation when Refill salt aid if you wish (see "Settings menu - appears in the display (If it appears...
Before using for the first time Rinse aid Adding rinse aid Rinse aid is needed to prevent spotting on dishes and glassware. The rinse aid is filled in the reservoir and the set amount will be automatically dosed. Filling the rinse aid reservoir with detergent will damage the reservoir.
Before using for the first time Rinse aid indicator When the message ap‐ Refill rinse aid pears in the display, the reservoir con‐ tains sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3 pro‐ grams only. Add rinse aid. Confirm with OK. The message will go out.
Loading the dishwasher Tips – Make sure that small items cannot fall through the holders in the bas‐ Remove coarse food residues from the kets. dishware. Small items, e.g., lids, should there‐ fore be placed in the cutlery tray or There is no need to rinse items under cutlery basket (depending on model).
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(e.g., Riedel glassware). – Copper, brass, tin and aluminum – Use detergents with glass protective items may discolor or become matt. additives (e.g., Miele CareCollection – Colors painted over a glaze may fade tabs). after a number of washes.
Loading the dishwasher Loading examples Loading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery tray Lower basket Upper basket Cutlery tray (depending on model)
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Loading the dishwasher Loading for 16 standard place settings with cutlery tray Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray (depending on model)
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Loading the dishwasher Loading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery basket Lower basket Upper basket Cutlery basket...
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Loading the dishwasher Loading for 13 standard place settings with cutlery basket Lower basket Upper basket Cutlery basket...
Loading the dishwasher Upper basket Adjustable cup rack (depending on model) For safety reasons, do not oper‐ Raise the rack to make room for tall ate the dishwasher without the upper items. and lower baskets in place (except Glasses can be arranged along the po‐...
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Loading the dishwasher XXL cup rack (depending on model) You can also move one of the side in‐ serts of the cutlery tray to make more The cup rack can be set at two different room for tall glasses. widths so that it can also accommodate large cups.
Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the upper basket Dishwashers with cutlery basket (see data plate for model number) In order to gain more space for taller items the upper basket can be adjusted Upper Plate in inches (cm) on three levels with 3/4" (2 cm) be‐ basket Upper basket Lower...
Loading the dishwasher Lower basket Removable MultiComfort insert The rear section of the lower basket is used for washing cups, glasses, plates, pots and pans. You can remove the MultiComfort insert to make more room for larger items such as casserole dishes. Removing the insert ...
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Loading the dishwasher Glass rack Glassware rack The glass rack can be raised to make This rail is designed to hold glasses more room for tall items. with long stems securely. Stem glassware, e.g. wine glasses or champagne flutes, can be leaned against the glass rack or suspended from it.
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Loading the dishwasher Hinged spikes Bottle holder The spikes at the front are used for The bottle holder can be used to wash washing plates, soup bowls, platters, narrow items, e.g., milk and baby bot‐ dessert bowls, and saucers. tles. The spikes can be lowered to make more room for large items, e.g.
Loading the dishwasher Grates and filters Grates You can also wash Miele grates, the Rust damages the dishwasher. Miele griddle plate, and Miele range Wash only grates that are undam‐ hood filters. aged and not rusty. Select the program for Grates &...
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Loading the dishwasher Griddle plate Filters Load the griddle plate in the bottom You can wash two range hood filters in basket. To do so. fold over the front the upper basket and two in the bottom row of spikes. basket at once.
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery 3D cutlery tray (depending on model) Arrange the cutlery in the tray as shown. To make unloading much easier, cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, one for spoons, etc. Spoon heads should be placed in con‐...
Express program (if availa‐ For optimum cleaning and drying re‐ ble) is used. sults, use Miele dishwasher detergent and add Miele salt and Miele rinse aid Use only the recommended amount separately. See "Optional accesso‐ of detergent. Continued use of too ries."...
Operation Adding detergent Add the required amount of detergent and close the flap. Press the opening catch on the de‐ tergent dispenser. The flap will spring Make sure that the detergent packag‐ open. ing is properly closed after use to avoid it getting damp and becoming The flap is always open at the end of a lumpy.
Operation Turning on Selecting a program Make sure the spray arms are not ob‐ Choose your program according to the structed. type of load and the degree of soiling. Close the door. The different programs and their uses are described in the Program Over‐...
Operation Starting a program Time display The estimated duration of the program The dishwasher can be started only if selected appears in hours and minutes the door is closed. in the display before the program be‐ gins. During the program, the time left ...
Operation Energy management At the end of the program To save energy, the dishwasher will The buzzer might sound at the end of switch off automatically 10 minutes af‐ the program. ter the last time a button has been The program has finished when Prog.
Operation Turning off Unloading the dishwasher At the end of a program: Dishes tend to break and chip more easily when they are hot. Allow the The dishwasher can be turned off at dishes to cool until they are comforta‐ any time using the ...
Operation Interrupting a program Changing a program A program will be interrupted as soon If the detergent dispenser flap has as the door is opened. already opened, do not change the program. Close the door and press the Start sensor button.
Options Options Short extra reduces the duration of Short In the program menu, you can select the programs in which this option is "Options" for the program you have se‐ available by up to 30%. lected. The selection of may have priority Short ...
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Options Extra dry extra improves the drying Extra Dry performance in programs in which this option is available. Energy consumption is increased due to an extended fan running time and an increased final rinse temperature. Soak extra is used for soaking dish‐ Soak ware with dried on soiling.
Options Delay Start with EcoStart Turn the dishwasher on using the sensor button. There are three ways of delaying the Select the program you want from start of a program. You can set the start the main menu. time or the finish time of a program.
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Options Start at Finish at With the function, you set the With the function, you set the Start at Finish at exact time at which you want the pro‐ time at which you wish the program to gram to start. end.
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Options EcoStart Changing or deleting set times function allows you to take You can change the set times or the EcoStart advantage of time variable economy program before the start time in the dis‐ rates of electricity. Before you can use play is reached.
Program overview Program When to use Program sequence Pre- Main Interim Final Drying wash wash rinse rinse Normal Program for regular use to com‐ If re‐ If re‐ pletely wash a full load of nor‐ quired quired mally soiled dishware with the ability to adjust energy and wa‐...
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For extra large, heat resist‐ ant items, e.g. large vases. Remove upper basket. Grates and Wash program for cleaning filters Miele grates, the Miele griddle plate, and Miele range hood filters. Glasses - To wash glassware without No Rinse detergent and rinse aid;...
Settings menu Adjusting default values Sub-menu options which have already been selected will have a check be‐ Opening the Settings menu side them. Turn the dishwasher on with the To exit a sub-menu again, use the sensor button if it is turned off.
Settings menu Time of day Setting the clock You can set the current time of day. The dishwasher is delivered with the The current time of day must be set be‐ time of day (clock) display deactivated. fore you can use the program Delay start To save energy, the dishwasher will turn...
Settings menu Water hardness °d gr/gal °f Display This appliance is fitted with a water softener. The dishwasher must be programmed for the water hardness in your area. – The dishwasher must be program‐ med for the water hardness in your area.
Settings menu Rinse aid SensorWash You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for You can adjust the pro‐ Sensor Wash best results. gram so that it will remove stubborn The rinse aid dosage is set in stages soiling in a lightly soiled load. from 0 to 6.
Settings menu BrilliantLight Check filters This dishwasher has interior lighting. You can adjust the interval at which the When the door is open, the lighting will message to remind you to check the fil‐ switch off automatically after 15 mi‐ ters appears.
Settings menu Saving options System lock Additional program options can be add‐ The system lock prevents your dish‐ ed to some programs, e.g., (see washer being used without your knowl‐ Short "Program options - Options"). edge. You can use the option to If an attempt is made to switch the Save options...
Settings menu Temperature Volume You can set whether the temperature A sequence of buzzer tones will sound should be displayed in °C/Celsius or °F/ at the end of the program or if there is a Fahrenheit. fault as long as the buzzer has been ac‐ tivated.
(Optional accessory. Keypad tone To learn more about RemoteVision visit An audible tone sounds each time a www.miele.com.) sensor button is pressed. Refer to the RemoteVision Installation The volume for the keypad tone can be manual for further instructions.
Settings menu EcoStart Setting the electricity rate times Before you can use the option, EcoStart In order to run your dishwasher in the you must set at least one electricity rate most economical way, you can use the time. option to take advantage of EcoStart your electricity supplier's time variable ...
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Settings menu Changing the electricity rate times Deleting the electricity rate times You can change the start, finish or pri‐ You can delete the settings for an ority of an electricity rate time. electricity rate time and in doing so deactivate the option for this EcoStart...
Settings menu Showroom program Factory default settings You can reset all settings to the factory For demonstration purposes only. default settings. The dishwasher is fitted with various You will be given the choice of Appliance demonstration programs for showroom settings reset Main menu use.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the door and the door Check and clean your dishwasher seal regularly. This will help avoid prob‐ lems and faults. Bacteria could build up on the door seal and the sides of the dishwasher All surfaces are susceptible to door as these surfaces are outside the scratching.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the door front To better maintain your appliance avoid the following: If soiling remains longer, it may – Cleaning products containing soda, happen that the surfaces can be‐ ammonia, acid, or chloride come discolored or changed. –...
Cleaning and care Filter system Filter system The filter system in the base of the Turn the dishwasher off. wash cabinet prevents food from being redeposited on dishes. It also protects the circulation pump from damage caused by foreign objects. ...
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Cleaning and care To clean the inside of the filter, the flap Replace the filter system so that it lies flat in the base of the wash cabi‐ must be opened: net. Press catches together in the di‐ ...
Cleaning and care Cleaning the spray arms Particles of food can get stuck in the spray arm jets and bearings. The spray arms should therefore be inspected and cleaned regularly (approx. every 4 - 6 months). Turn the dishwasher off. Remove the spray arms as follows: ...
Miele Service. This will save time and money. The following guide may help you to find the reason for a fault, and to correct it.
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Select the desired program. Press the Start sensor button. If the error message is displayed again, there is a technical fault. Contact Miele Service. The WaterProof System has reacted. Waterproof fault Turn off the water supply.
Frequently Asked Questions Water intake fault Problem Possible cause and solution The buzzer sounds. One of the following fault messages appears in the display: The water supply is turned off. Water intake fault Open the water supply Turn on the water supply all the way. Before fixing the fault: ...
Frequently Asked Questions Water drainage fault Problem Possible cause and solution The buzzer sounds. Before fixing the fault: The following fault mes‐ Turn the dishwasher off with the button. sage appears in the dis‐ There is a problem with the water intake. play: There might be water in the wash cabinet.
Frequently Asked Questions General problems Problem Possible cause and solution This display is dark. The dishwasher has switched off automatically to save energy. Turn the dishwasher on again using the sensor button. The interior lighting The interior lighting has been switched off. does not switch on ...
Frequently Asked Questions Noises Problem Possible cause and solution There is a knocking A spray arm is hitting the dishware. noise in the wash cabi‐ Interrupt the program, and rearrange the items net. which are obstructing the spray arm. There is a rattling noise Dishware is moving around in the wash cabinet.
Frequently Asked Questions Poor cleaning results Problem Possible cause and solution The dishes are not The dishes were not loaded correctly. clean. See notes in "Loading the dishwasher". The program was not powerful enough. Select a more intensive program (see "Program overview").
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Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution Dishware is not dry or The rinse aid dosage is set too low or the rinse aid cutlery and glasses are reservoir is empty. spotty. Replenish the reservoir, increase the dosage, or change the brand of rinse aid (see "Before using for the first time - Rinse aid").
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Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution White residue is visible The rinse aid dosage is too low. on dishware and cut‐ Increase the dosage (see "Settings menu - Rinse lery, clouding occurs on aid"). glassware; this film can The salt reservoir is empty.
Frequently asked questions Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If the water has not been pumped away at the end of a program, the drain pump or the non-return valve might be blocked. They are, however, easy to clean. ...
Miele Service Department at the phone Provider using genuine Miele parts. On‐ number on the back of this booklet. ly genuine Miele parts installed by fac‐ tory trained professionals can guaran‐ tee the safety, reliability, and longevity of your Miele appliance.
These and many other useful products and glass protection additives can be ordered via the Miele website or – Phosphate-free - safe for the envi‐ from Miele (see end of this manual for ronment contact details).
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Optional accessories Dishwasher care products Accessories Miele cleaning and care products pro‐ Some accessories may be supplied as vide optimum care for your dishwasher. standard, depending on model. Dishwasher cleaner Cappuccinatore insert – Cleans the dishwasher effectively The Cappuccinatore insert can be used...
Installation Instructions Please refer to the Installation Diagram supplied with these instructions. To comply with IEC sound testing protocols, please contact Miele for additional instructions. Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specification, technical & warranty information.
Technical Service Department: USA: 1-800-999-1360 A damaged power cord must only be CDN: 1-800-565-6435 replaced with a genuine Miele cord by a Miele service technician. Specifications The dishwasher comes equipped with a Grounding instructions 4 ft (1.2 m) powercord with a molded...
Electrical connection Hardwired electrical connection Prior to making a hardwire connec‐ It is possible to hardwire this appliance tion to the terminal, remove the pow‐ to an existing power cable. ercord. Otherwise there will be a risk of electric shock from the attached CAUTION: Before servicing, discon‐...
Water connection Connection to the water sup‐ – Water pressure: Must be between 4.5 - 145 psi (0.3 - 10 bar) If the wa‐ ter pressure is lower than this, the fault message will appear in Intake Water in the dishwasher must the display (see "Frequently asked not be used as drinking water.
Water connection Drainage Make sure that there are no kinks in the hose, and that it is not – The machine comes equipped with a squashed or stretched. built-in non-return valve on the dis‐ charge side to prevent waste water from flowing back into the dishwash‐...
Sound emission testing Prerequisites for sound emission tests Load the dishwasher with 16 standard place settings and use the Normal pro‐ gram. Setup for sound emission tests The dishwasher must be set up according to the following specifications. Install the dishwasher into an analyzing unit. ...
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Sound emission testing Push the provided fleece strips (depending on model) under the toe-kick until it is flush with the appliance feet . Push the toe-kick into place in such a way that it is flush with the door front .
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Sound emission testing Remove the protective film from the provided insulating strip (depending on model) . Push the insulating strip into the front top edge of the toe-kick .
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