Operating Instructions For Condenser Tumble Dryer T 270 C

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Operating instructions

for condenser tumble dryer


T 270 C

To avoid the risk of accidents or G


damage to the machine it is
essential to read these operating instructions
before it is installed or used for the first time. M.-Nr. 05 993 050

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Contents

Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4


Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Disposal of your old appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Energy saving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Guide to the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Control panel / Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Notes on laundry care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
How to dry correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
A Prepare the laundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
B Load the drum and switch on the dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
C Selecting a programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
D Selecting additional options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Anti-crease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Short . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Low temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Buzzer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
E Delay start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
F Starting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
G After drying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Additional notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Brief instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Altering a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
To interrupt a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
To cancel a programme and select a different programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
To open the door during a programme to add or remove garments . . . . . . . . 19
Electronic system lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Emptying the condensed water container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Cleaning the fluff filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Cleaning the tumble dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Cleaning the condenser unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Removing the condenser unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Checking the condenser unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Cleaning the condenser unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Replacing the condenser unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Contents

Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27


General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Check and fault indicator lamps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
To change the interior drum lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Future updates (PC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Appliance guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Room in which the dryer is located . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Transporting the machine to its installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Building under a continous worktop / in a row of kitchen units . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Replacing the lid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Aligning the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Washer - dryer stack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Before moving the machine again (e.g. when moving house) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
External condensed water outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Pulling out the drain hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Connection to a wash basin drain outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
If you no longer wish to use an external condensed water outlet: . . . . . . . . . . 39
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Electrical connection U.K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Programmable functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Increased drying level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

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Warning and Safety instructions
Before connecting the machine,
To avoid the risk of accidents and ensure that the connection data on
damage to the machine please read the data plate (fusing, voltage and
these instructions carefully before frequency) matches the mains
using it for the first time. They electricity supply. If in any doubt,
contain important information on its consult a qualified electrician.
safety, use and maintainence.
The electrical safety of this
Keep these operating instructions in
machine can only be guaranteed
a safe place and ensure that new
when continuity is complete between
users are familiar with the content.
the machine and an effective earthing
Pass them on to any future owner of
system which complies with local and
the machine.
national regulations. It is most important
that this basic safety requirement is
Correct use regularly tested, and where there is any
The tumble dryer is only intended doubt the household wiring system
for drying fabrics which have been should be inspected by a qualified
washed in a water solution, marked on electrician. The manufacturer cannot be
the manufacturer's wash care label as held liable for the consequences of an
being suitable for tumble drying. inadequate earthing system (e.g.
"Dry Cleaning Kits" for freshening up electric shock).
garments in a tumble dryer are Do not connect the machine to the
increasingly available on the market. If mains electricity supply by an
using, do so at your own risk and follow extension lead. Extension leads do not
the instructions provided on the guarantee the required safety of the
packaging. machine (e.g. danger or overheating).
Any other applications may be
dangerous. The manufacturer is not The machine is built in accordance
liable for damage resulting from with current safety requirements.
improper use or operation. Unauthorised repairs could result in
unforeseen dangers for the user, for
This machine is not a toy! To avoid which the manufacturer cannot accept
the risk of injury, do not allow liability. Repairs should only be
children to play on or near it, or to undertaken by a Miele approved
play with the controls. Supervise its technician.
use by the elderly or infirm. Ensure current is not supplied to the
machine while maintenance or repair
Technical safety work is being carried out.

Before setting up the machine Faulty components must only be


check it for any externally visible exchanged for Miele original spare
damage. Do not install or use a parts. Only when these parts are fitted
damaged machine. can the safety standards of the
machine be guaranteed.
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Warning and Safety instructions
If the connection cable is faulty it condensed water is allowed to freeze in
must only be replaced by a Miele the pump, hoses and / or condensed
approved service technician to protect water container.
the user from danger.
If the water is drained externally
In the event of a fault or for through the drain hose instead of
cleaning purposes, the machine is being collected in the condensed water
only completely isolated from the container, make sure the drain hose is
electiricty supply when: securely attached if you hang it in a
sink or basin to avoid the hose slipping
– it is switched off at the wall socket
and the water causing damage.
and the plug is withdrawn, or
Condensed water is not drinking
– it is switched off at the mains, or
water. It can cause health
– the mains fuse is withdrawn. problems in both people and animals.
Always keep the area around the
Operation machine free of dust and fluff. Dust
This equipment is not designed for drawn into the machine can, over time,
maritime use or for use in mobile cause blockages in the condenser unit.
installations such as caravans, aircraft
etc. However it may be suitable for
such usage subject to a risk
assessment of the installation being
carried out by a suitably qualified
engineer.
The dryer must not be used without
the fluff filters in place or if the fluff
filters are damaged in any way.
The fluff filters must be thoroughly
dried after cleaning. If they are still
damp or wet when replaced there is a
risk of faults occurring when the
machine is used.
The dryer must not be used without
the condenser unit in place.
Do not install the machine in a
room where the temperature may
drop down to or below freezing. At very
cold temperatures the machine may be
difficult to start.
There is a risk of damage if the

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Warning and Safety instructions
Always close the door after use. Using accessories
This way you will avoid the danger
Accessory parts may only be fitted
of:
when expressly approved by Miele.
– children climbing onto or into the If other parts are used, guarantee,
dryer or hiding things in it. performance and product liability
claims may be invalidated.
– pets or other small animals climbing
into it. The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
Do not let anyone sit or lean on the
non-compliance with these Warning
door, as this can cause the
and Safety instructions.
machine to tip up.
There is danger of fire with fabrics
which:
– contain a large proportion of rubber,
foam rubber or rubber like materials.
– have been treated with inflammable
cleaning agents.
– have been splashed with hair
lacquer, hair spray, nail varnish
remover or similar substances.
– which contain padding or fillings
(e.g. pillows, jackets). If these were
damaged the filling could leak out
with the risk of igniting in the dryer.
– are soiled with oil or grease.

In countries where there are areas


which may be subject to infestation
by cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the
machine and its surroundings in a
clean condition at all times. Any
damage which may be caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not
be covered by the machine
guarantee.

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing Energy saving tips


material ^ Make sure that your laundry is
The transport and protective packing thoroughly spun before drying.
has been selected from materials which The higher the spin, the greater the
are environmentally friendly for disposal savings that can be made in energy
and can normally be recycled. and time during drying.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings, ^ Load according to the optimum
bags etc. are disposed of safely and amount of laundry recommended for
kept out of the reach of babies and the programme being used (see
young children. Danger of suffocation! Programme chart).
Rather than just throwing these Underloading is uneconomical.
materials away, please ensure they are Overloading gives a poorer quality of
offered for recycling. drying and may cause unnecessary
creasing.
Disposal of your old machine
^ To save energy and time:
Old machines contain materials which
can be reclaimed or recycled. Please – Make sure the room in which the
contact your dealer, your local waste dryer is located is well ventilated.
collection centre or scrap merchant – Make sure the fluff filters are clean
about potential recycling schemes. before using the dryer.
Ensure that the machine presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
Before throwing an old machine
away unplug it and render the plug
useless. Cut off the cable directly
behind the machine to prevent misuse.
This should be done by a competent
person.

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Guide to the appliance

Control panel / Features

a Delay Start button f Programme selector


The start of a programme can be The programme selector can be
delayed by up to 24 hours. turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.
The light ring around the programme
b Start button
selector comes on during a pro-
Press the Start button to start a
gramme and goes out a few minutes
programme.
after it has ended to save energy. It
The indicator lamp will flash to
will go out a few minutes after
indicate that a programme can be
switching on the dryer if a
started. It lights up constantly once
programme has not been selected or
the programme has started.
if the programme selected is not
c Display started.
The display fulfills several functions. g Programme sequence indicator
See next page for details. lamps: show the drying stage
d Additional option buttons reached;
Indicator lamps: Check lamps: see "Problem solving
on = option selected guide" for details.
off = option not selected h I-On/0-Off button
See "How to dry correctly - selecting For switching the machine on and off
additional options" for details on or to interrupt a programme.
these options. i Door button
To open the door / cancel a
e Timed drying button programme.
To select the time required for timed Pressing this button will open the
drying with hot or cold air (max. 2 door even when the machine is
hours). switched off at the mains.
To save energy, the interior drum
lighting will go out after a while if the
dryer is switched on and the door is
left open.
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Guide to the appliance
Display flashing bars in front of it, this indicates
that the programme is about to enter
The display shows a variety of func-
the cooling down phase and is not
tions:
indicative of a fault.
– it displays how long a programme
The time remaining displayed should
has to run in hours and minutes;
not be taken as an accurate time
– with "Delay start" it displays the time measurement. It is an estimate of when
remaining until the programme starts; your laundry should reach the level
dryness you have selected.
– it displays programmable functions
being selected and de-selected.
Future updates
Time left display for Cottons and The indicator lamp marked "PC" is
Minimum Iron programmes explained in "After Sales Service".
Once a sensor programme has started
Electronic lock and programmable
the time left for a programme to run will
functions
be calculated by the machine. During
this calculation period the following Electronic lock
bars will flash in the display: Prevents the machine being operated
=== ... -== ... == ... . After approx. 1 by others.
minute the programme duration will
Programmable functions
appear in the display and proceed to
Programmable functions enable the
count down in minutes.
machine to be adapted to suit personal
The programme duration can vary each requirements.
time a programme is run because it is
See the relevant section for detailed
affected by a variety of factors e.g:
instructions.
– the moisture content after spinning
– the type of textiles
– the quantity of laundry in the drum
– the ambient room temperature
– fluctuations in the electricity supply
The electronic unit adapts to each
individual load of laundry. The time
remaining for a programme to run
shown in the display is calculated
constantly during a programme. This
means that the time displayed may
fluctuate during the programme. If the
time remaining in the display has
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Notes on laundry care
Wash care labels Items filled with down.
The fabric lining on these garments
Before drying check the drying may shrink depending on the quality.
symbol on the wash care label. They can be partially dried using the
Smoothing programme.
Significance of symbols:
Pure linen should only be machine
q Dry at normal temperature dried if specified as suitable by the
r Dry at low temperature manufacturer on the wash care label,
s Do not tumble dry as the surface of the fabric may
otherwise "roughen". These items can
If no symbol is featured, dry at your
be partially dried using the Smoothing
own risk applying the following
programme.
principles:
Woven and loopknit materials (e.g.
Cotton and minimum iron items should
T-shirts, knitted garments) have a
be dried using the appropriate
tendency to shrink, depending on their
programme for the degree of drying
quality and this is made worse by
required. See programme chart.
over-drying. When purchasing these
For delicates and fabrics with the garments it is advisable to take their
following wash care label r dry using shrinkage properties into account.
the Low temperature option.
Minimum iron fabrics and 100% cotton
Never overload the drum. Do not shirts or blouses tend to crease more,
exceed the maximum recommended the larger the load being dried,
loads given in the "Programme particulary when the weave of the
chart". Overloading can cause fabric is very fine. Reduce the load or
use the MINIMUM IRON - Hand iron
unnecessary wear and tear to the
programme with a max. load of 1 kg. If
laundry, give a disappointing drying
this is unsatisfactory use the Special
result and cause more creasing.
care "Smoothing" setting, then hang the
garments on a hanger to dry.
Do not put soaking wet items into Starched laundry can be dried in the
the tumble dryer. Spin them tumble dryer. In order to achieve the
thoroughly after washing using the usual finish, double the amount of
appropriate spin speed. starch should be used.
New dark coloured garments should be
Tips on drying dried separately from light coloured
Woollens and wool blends tend to garments to avoid the danger of col-
become matted and shrink if dried in a ours running.
tumble dryer. They can, however, be
partially dried using the Woollens hand
care programme.

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Programme chart

Programmes Fabric type Special notes


Drying levels
COTTONS maximum load: 5 kg (1)
Extra dry Multi-layered fabrics, which Do not dry jersey wear in the
would not be thoroughly Extra dry programme -
dried using the "Normal +" tendency to shrink.
programme.
Normal + Single and multi-layered -
fabrics, e.g. mixed load of
cotton fabrics (e.g.
towelling, jerseywear).
Normal (2) Load of similar fabrics If laundry is still too damp,
(jersey wear, flannelette then:
sheets, towelling). - finish drying using Timed
drying "Warm air".
- Use the"Normal +"
programme next time.
Hand iron Cotton or linen fabrics (e.g. -
Hand iron rr (2) table linen, bedlinen, If laundry is still too damp
starched laundry etc). for hand ironing, then select
"Hand iron r" in the future.
Machine iron Cotton or linen fabrics, The laundry should be rolled
including starched laundry, up to prevent it from drying
for machine ironing. out before it can be ironed.

(1)
Weight of dry laundry
(2)
Note for test institutes: These programmes are to be
used when testing according to EN 61121 standard

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Programme chart

Programme Fabric type Special notes


Drying levels
MINIMUM IRON maximum load: 2.5 kg (1)
Normal + Minimum iron items which are Spin minimum iron fabrics for
made of synthetic or blended at least 30 seconds in the
fabrics (e.g. pullovers, washing machine before
dresses, trousers) which are drying.
not dried adequately in the
"Normal" programme.
Normal (2) Minimum iron shirts, table Spin minimum iron fabrics for
cloths etc. made of blended at least 30 seconds in the
fabrics (e.g. washing machine before
cotton/synthetics). drying.
Hand iron Minimum iron shirts, table Spin minimum iron fabrics for
cloths etc. made of blended at least 30 seconds in the
fabrics (e.g. cottons and washing machine before
synthetics), which are still to drying. For extra special care
be hand ironed. of delicate fabrics and to
reduce creasing even more,
reduce the load to 1 kg. See
also "Special care
programmes")
TIMED DRYING maximum load: 5 kg (1)
Warm air Individual items -
(e.g. bathing costumes, bath
towels, tea-towels).
Multi-layered fabric whose
layers have different drying
characteristics.
Cool air Items which are to be aired -
only.

(1)
Weight of dry laundry
(2)
Note for test institutes: These programmes are to be
used when testing according to EN 61121 standard.

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Programme chart

Programme Fabric type Special notes


Special care programmes
Woollens maximum load: 2 kg (1)
hand care Woollen fabrics To refresh and fluff up woollen
garments quickly. Remove garments
immediately at the end of the
programme. Do not repeat.
Woollen fabrics are not dried
completely by this programme.
Smoothing maximum load: 2.5 kg (1)
Cottons and linen fabrics. Smooths out creasing caused during
Minimum iron items made the spin cycle in the washing
of cotton, blended fabrics machine.
or synthetics, e.g. cotton Fabrics are not completely dried in
trousers, shirts. this programme.
Remove garments immediately at
the end of the programme and place
on a line or hangers to dry.

(1)
Weight of dry laundry

Selecting additional options


Programme Additional option button(s)
COTTONS Anti-crease, Short, Low temperature, Buzzer
MINIMUM IRON Anti-crease, Short, Low temperature, Buzzer
TIMED DRYING - Warm air Anti-crease, Low temperature, Buzzer
- Cool air Buzzer
Woollens hand care Buzzer
Smoothing Buzzer
For delicates and fabrics with the following wash care label r select the Low
temperature option.

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How to dry correctly

A Prepare the laundry


Do not overload the drum.
^ As far as possible, sort laundry for:
Overloading can cause unnecessary
- the type of fibre or weave,
wear and tear to the laundry and
- the degree of dryness required,
give a disappointing drying result.
- similar size of items,
- the moisture content after
See the "Programme chart" for
spinning.
maximum recommended loads.
This will help towards achieving an
even drying result. ^ Before closing the door check that
the fluff filter is correctly positioned in
Fasten duvet covers etc. to prevent
the door.
small items from being rolled up inside
them.
Do up zips, hooks and eyes etc.
Tie fabric belts, apron strings.
Sew in or remove underwiring from
bras.

Make sure there is no detergent


dispenser ball etc. in with the
laundry, as this could melt and
damage the machine and the
laundry.

B Load the drum and switch When closing the door make sure
on the dryer items of laundry cannot be trapped
by the door, as this will cause
^ Press the door button and open the
damage to the laundry.
door.
^ Shut the door either with a gentle
^ Load the laundry loosely into the
swing or lean against it and push it
drum.
shut.
^ Switch the dryer on by pressing the
"l-On/0-Off" button.

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C Selecting a programme D Selecting additional options

^ Turn the programme selector to the ^ Additional options are selected


programme required. before starting a programme by
pressing the relevant buttons.
COTTONS and MINIMUM IRON
The length of the programme is It is not possible to activate additional
electronically calculated according to options which are incompatible with the
the residual moisture content of the drying programme selected. The
load. Approx. drying times are given in indicator light will go out when the
the "Consumption data" chart. option button is released. If an
inappropriate combination of options is
Woollens Hand care and Smoothing selected (e.g. "Short" and "Low
See the "Consumption data" chart for temperature") only the last option
programme times. selected will be activated.
TIMED DRYING
When choosing Warm or Cool air Anti-crease
TIMED DRYING you select the duration
By selecting the anti-crease option
of the programme.
the drum will turn at regular intervals
^ Press the Timed drying button after the end of the programme to
repeatedly until the required time prevent the laundry from settling into
appears in the display. creases and folds.
Times are chosen as follows:
- 15-30 minutes in 5 minute stages The anti-crease option
- Over 30 minutes in 10 minute ^ should be selected if laundry is not
stages. going to be removed from the drum
If the Timed drying button is held as soon as the programme has
pressed in, the time will automatically finished.
run up to 2 hours and then go back
^ can be selected or de-selected after
to i5 minutes again.
a programme has started.

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Short E Delay start
For drying fabrics which can Once a programme has been
withstand high temperatures, e.g. selected, the start can be delayed by
pure linens and cottons. Do not use 30 minutes (30) up to 24 hours (24^).
on minimum iron or delicate fabrics.

– Because the heater rating is


increased clothes dry faster thus
shortening drying times.

Low temperature

For drying delicate fabrics with the ^ Press the Delay start button
symbol r (e.g. acrylic garments) at a repeatedly until the required time
lower temperature. appears in the display :
- up to 10^ in 30 minute stages.
Because the heater rating is reduced - over 10^ in 1 hour stages.
clothes dry more slowly thus The time will run up to 24^ by
lengthening drying times. keeping the button pressed in.

Buzzer Press the Start button. The chosen time


will count down as follows:
An audible tone sounds repeatedly at – from 24^ to 10^ in 1 hour stages.
the end of a programme.
– less than 10^ in 1 minute stages.
^ The buzzer can be switched on or off
The dryer starts automatically once the
after a programme has started.
delay start period has elapsed. The
The volume (and pitch) of the buzzer time left will appear in the display
can be adjusted before a programme is approx. 1 minute into the programme.
started:
To cancel "Delay start":
^ Select the programme. Before the Start button has been
pressed:
^ Press the "Buzzer" button (the
"Buzzer" indicator lamp will light up) ^ Press the Delay start button once
until the desired volume / pitch is when 24^ is showing in the display;
achieved. Then release the button.
After the Start button has been
pressed:
^ Turn the programme selector to the
Finish position.

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F Starting a programme ^ The condenser unit should be


checked an cleaned on a regular
^ Press the Start button.
basis.
The drying cycle begins.
See "Cleaning and Care".
The drying stage reached is shown by
^ After each use, switch the dryer off
the sequence indicator lamps on the
by pressing the l-On / 0-Off button.
right hand side of the control panel.
^ Always close the door after use.
At the end of the drying phase, a
cooling down phase commences to
cool the laundry down (the Cool air Additional notes
indicator lamp lights up).
. . . Clean out airways indicator lamp
The drying level required has now been
reached. This indicator lamp comes on to warn
you that the dryer is not working
efficiently.
G After drying
This may be because:
The Anti-crease/Finish and the drying
stage reached indicator lamps light up. – the fluff filters are clogged;
The buzzer will sound at intervals
– the condenser unit is clogged.
during the anti-crease phase if it has
been selected.
0 will then appear in the display.
^ Press the Door button to open the
drum door.
^ Remove the laundry.

Make sure that the drum is empty. If


items are left in the dryer, they could
be damaged by overdrying when
the dryer is next used.

^ After every cycle remove the fluff


from the fluff filter in the door and in
the door opening (see "Cleaning and
Care").
^ Empty the condensed water
container (where there is no external
drainage of the water).

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Brief instructions F Start the programme


These instructions are designed as a ^ Press the Start button
brief guide only. Please make sure that
you also read the detailed instructions G At the end of a programme
at the beginning of this section.
– The Anti-crease / Finish indicator
lights up.
A Sort the laundry
– 0 appears in the display.
B Load the dryer and switch it on
^ Open the door and remove the
^ Press the Door button to open the laundry.
door.
^ Press the l-On/0-Off button to switch
^ Load the drum. the machine off and close the door.
^ Close the door.
^ Switch the dryer on by pressing the
l-On/0-Off button.

C Select a programme
^ Turn the programme selector to the
required programme.
For TIMED DRYING (warm or cool air):
^ Press the Timed drying button
repeatedly until the required drying
time shows in the display.
Points D and E are optional.

D Select any additional options as


required
^ Press the relevant button for the
additional option(s) required.

E Select Delay start


^ Press the Delay start button
repeatedly until the required delay
period shows in the display.

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To change a programme ^ Press the Start button.


Programmes cannot be changed after
Adding or removing items
the start button has been pressed. If
the programme selector is turned to a ^ Press the Door button and open the
different programme after a programme door.
has begun, this will not affect the
programme. The Anti-crease / Finish ,Do not touch the back of the
indicator lamp will flash. The indicator drum when adding or removing
lamp will go out when the selector is items. The drum could be very hot -
returned to its original position. danger of burning.
After a programme has started, not all
^ Items can now be added or removed
additional options can be switched on
early.
or off (see section "How to dry
correctly"). To continue drying:
^ Close the door.
To interrupt a programme
^ Switch additional options on or off as
^ Switch the machine off with the
required.
I-On / 0-Off button.
^ Press the Start button.
To continue drying:
– The programme will continue.
^ Switch the dryer on with the
I-On / 0-Off button. – The time left shown in the display
may now vary from the actual drying
The programme will continue, as long
time.
as the cooling down phase has not
been reached.

To cancel a programme and select a


different programme
^ Turn the programme selector to
Finish.
The programme has been
successfully cancelled when only the
Anti-crease/Finish indicator lamp is
on.
^ Turn the programme selector to the
required programme.
^ Switch additional options on or off as
required.

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Electronic system lock
To de-activate the system lock
The system lock prevents anyone
from interfering with the dryer. ^ Repeat steps A-G.
The Locked indicator lamp will go out
If the system lock has been activated it after step F.
is not possible to start a programme.
The following steps (A,B,C...) must
be carried out in the correct order.
Please proceed step by step:

To activate the system lock


A Ensure that the door is closed and
that the programme selector is
turned to Finish.
B Switch on the dryer with the
I-On/O-Off button.
C Press the Anti-crease button and
keep it pressed in while carrying out
steps D to F.
D Slowly turn the programme selector
clockwise stage by stage until it
reaches the COTTONS/Normal
position.
E Slowly turn the programme selector
anti-clockwise stage by stage until it
reaches the Finish position.
F Slowly turn the programme selector
anti-clockwise stage by stage until it
reaches the MINIMUM IRON/Hand
iron position.
The Locked indicator lamp will flash.
G Release the Anti-crease button.
The system lock is now activated.
H Switch off the dryer with the
I-On/O-Off button.

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Cleaning and care

Emptying the condensed


water container
The condensed water will be collected
in the condensed water container
unless the machine has been fitted with
a drain hose (see installation).

The condensed water container


should be emptied after every
drying cycle or as soon as the
Empty out container indicator lamp
comes on.

The drying programme will be ^ Open the shutter and empty out the
interrupted if the maximum level of the water.
condensed water container is reached.
The Empty out container indicator lamp ^ To replace the container hold it at a
comes on and the buzzer sounds. slight angle (as when removing it)
and push it in gently until you feel it
click into position.
^ Before starting a new programme,
first switch the machine off and then
on again. The Empty out container
indicator lamp will go out.

Condensed water should not be


consumed. It could lead to health
problems for people and animals.

Condensed water can be put to


household use (e.g. used in a steam
iron or humidifier). To ensure that any
residual particles of fluff in the
^ Grip the container firmly with both
condensed water are removed before
hands, as shown, and pull it out
use, pass it through a fine sieve or
slightly towards the right-hand side.
paper filter first.
^ Hold the container with both hands
and carry it in a horizontal position.

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Cleaning the fluff filters ^ Remove any fluff from the hollow part
of the door holder. A cleaning brush
The fluff which is created by the drying
is available as an optional extra from
process is collected by the fluff filters in
your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare
the door and the door opening. Clean
Parts Department.
the filters after each drying programme.
Tip: You can also use a vacuum
Cleaning them whilst dry cleaner.

^ Once clean, push the filter back into


^ Open the door and pull the fluff filter the door holder until it clicks into
out of the door as illustrated. position. Ensure it is facing the
correct way.
^ Use your fingers to remove the fluff
from the two fluff filters in the door
opening.
^ Close the door.

^ Use your fingers to remove the fluff


from the surface of the filter.

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Cleaning and care
Cleaning them with water ^ Place the filters back in the door
opening (the left and right filters are
If there is a great deal of compacted identical) with the finger holders
fluff on any of the filters, they can be facing upwards. See illustration.
removed and cleaned under hot
running water. Cleaning the tumble dryer
^ To remove the fluff filter from the door Disconnect the machine from the
holder see previous page. mains electricity supply.

^ Clean the housing and control panel


with a slightly damp cloth and a mild
detergent or soapy water.
^ The drum and other stainless steel
parts can be cleaned with a suitable
proprietary stainless steel cleaner
following the manufacturer's
instructions.

Do not use solvents, abrasive


cleaners, glass cleaners or
all-purpose cleaners. These could
damage plastic sufaces and other
^ Grip the holder and push the filter in parts. The machine must never be
the door opening upwards in the hosed down.
direction of the arrow to remove it. Do
the same on the opposite filter. ^ Dry all parts with a soft cloth.
^ Rinse the filters under hot, running ^ A microfibre E-Cloth is available from
water. the Miele UK Spare Parts Department
^ Then shake the filters until no more which is suitable for cleaning
water droplets are visible. surfaces such as stainless steel,
glass, plastic and chrome without the
^ Dry the filters thoroughly with care. use of chemicals. It can be washed
300 times.
,Do not replace them if they are
damp or wet. Damp or wet filters
could cause operational faults.

^ Push the large filter back into the


door holder until it clicks into position.
Ensure it is facing the correct way.

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Cleaning the condenser unit


Detergent residue, hair and fine fluff
from the dryer can get through the fluff
filters and block the condenser unit.
Dust from the room in which the dryer is
installed can also get into the
condenser unit and cause a blockage.

Check the condenser unit at least


twice a year. If the dryer is used
frequently then clean the condenser
unit after approx. 100 drying cycles.
^ Turn the lever on the inner cover
Removing the condenser unit downwards to the vertical position.
^ Pull the cover forwards
^ Then remove it by pulling it
diagonally upwards.

^ Open the service panel by pressing


the two lower corners at the same
time (see illustration).
The hooks at the side will prevent the ^ Turn the lever on the condenser unit
panel from falling off. to the vertical position.

^ Now the remove the panel by pulling


it diagonally upwards.
^ Then place it to one side.

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If you cannot see any fluff:
^ Replace the condenser unit (see
following page).
If you can see some fluff:
^ Clean the condenser unit as
described below.

Cleaning the condenser unit


^ When rinsing the condenser unit,
make sure you position it as shown in
the next two illustrations.
^ Pull the condenser unit out of its
housing by the handle.

Checking the condenser unit

^ Use a shower head or similar to rinse


the unit out as shown.
^ Hold the condenser unit up to the
light as shown.
^ Check to see if there is any fluff
inside it.
The arrows in the illustration above
indicate where to look.

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Replacing the condenser unit
^ With the handle facing upwards,
push the condenser unit back into
position in its housing.
^ Turn the lever down to the horizontal
position, making sure that the hook
on the lever clicks into the groove.

When replacing the cover after


cleaning, ensure that the rubber seal
fits correctly into the groove.

^ Replace the cover making sure the


^ Then flush the unit through from the hooks locate correctly. Hold it at an
front. angle and push it gently downwards.
^ Check the condenser unit again for ^ Then turn the lever upwards into the
any visible fluff and if necessary flush horizontal position to lock the cover.
it through again until it has all gone.
^ Replace the service panel and press
^ Remove any soiling still visible inside the upper edge until it clicks into
the housing unit. position.
^ Also make sure the rubber seals are
It is important to ensure that both the
clean.
condenser unit and the cover are
The rubber seals must not be correctly positioned and locked.
removed and must be free of kinks. Otherwise water may leak from the
machine.
^ Shake any excess water out of the
unit until no more water droplets are
visible.

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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 equipment should only be carried out by a suitably


qualified person in accordance with local and national safety regulations.
Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The
manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.

General problems
Problem Possible cause Remedy
The tumble dryer fails to No obvious cause. – Have you followed the
start when switched on. switch-on procedure
correctly (see “How to
dry correctly”)?
– Is the plug correctly
inserted in the socket
and switched on?
– Is the door closed
properly?
– Has the fuse or circuit
breaker tripped?
Items made of synthetic Synthetic fibres tend to Static charge can be
fibres are charged with attract static charge. reduced by adding a
static electricity after fabric conditioner to the
drying. final rinse in the washing
machine or a fabric
conditioner sheet to the
load in the dryer.

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Problem Possible cause Remedy


There is a build up Fluff is principally the result Fluff is collected by the fluff
of fluff. of friction when garments filters and can be easily
are being worn and removed (see "Cleaning
washed. Machine drying and Care").
hardly causes any fluff to
form and has been
established by research
institutes to have no effect
on the lifetime of fabric.
The laundry is not The load consisted of
– Finish drying using
sufficiently dry. different fabrics."Timed drying - Warm
air".
– Select a more suitable
drying programme next
time (see "Programme
chart").
There are water A double filter system with Laundry being removed
droplets at the upper dual insulation prevents fluff from the machine may
edge of the drum from being deposited in the come into contact with
aperture. condenser unit. This these water droplets, but
insulation can lead to a they will dry off in a matter
build-up of condensation. of minutes.

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Problem Possible cause Remedy


The drying process Important: Before attempting to remedy one of the
goes on too long or following causes, switch the dryer off and switch on again
even switches off. to start the programme again.
Ventilation to and from the Open a door or window
dryer may be insufficient while the machine is in
(e.g because it is installed in operation for increased air
a small room). This has flow.
caused the temperature in
the room to rise sharply.
The fluff filters are clogged – Remove any fluff.
up with fluff or were still wet – The fluff filters must be
when they were replaced. completely dry.
The laundry has not been Make sure that your laundry
spun sufficiently. is thoroughly spun at
highest spin speed for the
type of fabric.
The tumble dryer has been Do not exceed the maximum
overloaded. load for the programme
selected.
Metallic components, e.g. – Close zips and fasten any
zips have prevented the hooks next time.
dryer from registering the If the problem occurs again,
correct moisture level in the dry garments with long zips
laundry. using "Timed drying - Warm
air".
Detergent residues, hair and Check the condenser unit
fine fibres can block up the from time to time and clean
condenser unit. it if necessary (see
"Cleaning and Care").
The vents below the door Remove any objects that are
are blocked. blocking the vents.

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Problem Possible cause Remedy


The condenser unit The inner cover of the – Ensure that the condenser
service panel will condenser unit has not unit is positioned correctly
not shut. been locked properly and lock the cover.
and/or the condenser unit – Check the rubber seals.
has not been positioned
correctly.
Water leaks from the Fluff has collected at the – Use a cloth to remove any
machine after the bottom of the condenser fluff from the inside of the
condenser unit has unit housing. condenser unit housing.
been cleaned.
The interior drum The lighting switched off The lighting only comes on
lighting does not automatically. when the door is opened if
come on. the dryer is switched on. To
save energy the lighting
goes out after a while if the
door is left open.
The lamp needs changing. Change the lamp as
described at the end of this
section.
The ring around the The lighting switched off It lights up when drying is in
programme selector automatically. progress and goes out
does not light up. shortly after the end of the
programme to save energy.

Check and fault indicator lamps


Problem Possible cause Remedy
The Anti-crease / The programme selector Turn the selector back to the
Finish indicator was moved after the start original position and the
lamp flashes while of a programme. The indicator lamp will go out.
drying is in programme continues to
progress. run as normal.
The Locked The system lock is If you wish to use the dryer,
indicator lamp activated. the system lock must be
flashes when the deactivated (see "Electronic
machine is switched system lock").
on and the
programme cannot
be started.

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Problem Possible cause Remedy


The Clean out The fluff filters may be Remove any fluff (see
airways lamp comes blocked. "Cleaning and care").
on. The condenser unit may be Please note that the
blocked with fluff and condenser unit must be
detergent residues. cleaned regularly (see
"Cleaning and care").
The check lamp will go out
when the door is opened.
The programme Possible causes and remedies are described above in
stops and the Clean (The Clean out airways lamp comes on).
out airways lamp There is no obvious cause. – Switch off the dryer.
flashes.
– Then switch the dryer
back on and start the
programme again.
If the programme stops
again and the Clean out
airways lamp flashes, there
is a fault. Contact the Miele
Service Department.
The Empty out The condensed water – Empty out the
container indicator container is full or there is condensed water
lamp comes on. kink in the drain hose. container.
– Check the drain hose.
– Before starting a new
programme, first switch
the dryer off and then on
again.

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Problem Possible cause Remedy


The programme has No obvious cause. – Switch the dryer off and
been interrupted, then on again.
the indicator lamp – Then start the programme
for Hand iron or again.
Machine iron is If the programme stops
flashing, and the again and an indicator lamp
buzzer sounds. flashes, there is a fault.
Contact the Miele Service
Department.

Check and fault indicator messages in the display


After the beginning This is not a fault. The electronic unit is
of the programme calculating the drying time
the following for the programme (see
symbols flash in the “Guide to the appliance”).
display: "=== ... -== ...
== ... ".
Shortly before the This might be because: The drying process is not
end of the – items of laundry may yet complete. The
programme, the have rolled up together. programme needs more
count down of the – the types of fabrics being time than the electronic unit
time left to run haltsdried may take different calculated at the start of the
at 11 or 6, horizontaltimes to dry. programme. The time count
bars flash but the down is suspended until the
– the fluff filters are
dryer continues to degree of drying selected
clogged.
dry. has been reached.
– the temperature in the
room may have
changed.
The programme has This is not a fault. The Use the "Timed drying -
been stopped, the electronic unit has Warm air" programme to dry
Anti-crease/Finish recognised that there is no individual items.
lamp comes on, 0 laundry in the drum and Before changing a
appears in the cancelled the programme. programme: Open and
display and the Drying individual garments close the drum door.
buzzer sounds. or items which are already
dry can also cause the
programme to be stopped.

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To change the interior drum ^ To close the flap push it upwards and
lamp press it on the left and right until you
hear it click into position.
^ Open the door.
The cover must be fixed securely, as
Before changing the lamp,
otherwise moisture may seep in and
disconnect the machine from the
cause a short circuit.
mains power supply.

You will find the interior lamp cover at


the top of the drum aperture.

^ Insert the opener under the side


edge of the cover as illustrated.
^ Turn your wrist to make the cover
open downwards.
The temperature resistant lamp should
only be ordered from your Miele dealer
or the Miele Spare Parts Department.

The lamp must not exceed the


maximum wattage quoted on the
data plate and on the lamp cover.

^ Replace the lamp.

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After sales service


Repairs Future updates (PC)
In the event of any faults which you The indicator or check lamp marked PC
cannot remedy yourself, please contact on the fascia panel is the interface
used by the Miele service technicians
– Your Miele Dealer or
during service work for testing
– The nearest Miele Service purposes and for updating the
Department (see back cover for machine's programme data.
address).
Optional accessories
When contacting the Service
Department, please quote the Model Optional accessories for these dryers
and Serial numbers both of which are are available from your Miele Dealer or
located on the data plate situated on from the Miele Spare Parts Department.
the right hand side below the drum
aperture.

Please note that telephone calls may


be monitored and recorded to
improve our service.

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Front view

a Supply cable for electrical e Service panel for condenser unit


connection
f Four height-adjustable screw feet
b Condensed water container
g External drainage options (e.g. via
c Control panel wash basin, wash basin drain outlet,
or gully).
d Door

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Installation site
A building under kit* is required.
,Make sure the dryer door can be The machine lid is replaced by a
opened without hindrance after coverplate which must be fitted by a
installation. suitably qualified person to ensure
electrical safety.
Transporting the machine to its
installation site – When installing under a 900/910 mm
high worktop a spacer kit* is
When moving the machine you can
required.
hold it by the lid where it protrudes to
the rear of the dryer. – The electrical socket must be
To manoeuvre the dryer out of its located in an accessible position
packing case to its installation site you near the machine.
will also need to hold it by the front feet.
* Available as an optional accessory
from your Miele dealer or the Miele
Building under a continous worktop /
Spare Parts Department.
in a row of kitchen units
The building under kit is supplied with
The dryer should not be installed its own installation instructions.
next to a refrigerator or freezer. The
N.B. When built under running times
warm air expelled from the rear of
may be longer.
the dryer would increase the
temperature around the
Replacing the lid
refrigerator's/freezer's heat
exchanger causing the compressor If the lid has been removed in order to
to run continuously. fit a cover plate, ensure that, if the lid is
If it is not possible to install the dryer replaced, it fits securely into the rear
anywhere else, then the holders. Otherwise, it is not properly
refrigerator/freezer must be sealed secure for transport.
off from the dryer.

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Aligning the machine Room in which the dryer is located
Air taken in for use in the drying
process will be warm when it is
expelled from the rear of the dryer. This
expelled air heats up the air in the
room. It is therefore very important to
ensure that the room is adequately
ventilated, particularly if the dryer is
located in a small room. Otherwise
running times and energy consumption
could be increased.

Washer - dryer stack


The tumble dryer can also be
The machine must be perfectly level to combined with a Miele washing
ensure safe and proper operation. machine in a washer-dryer stack. To do
this the appropriate stacking kit* (WTV)
to match your washing machine is
required.
* Available as an optional accessory
from your Miele dealer or the Miele
Spare Parts Department.

Stacking kits must be fitted by a


suitably qualified fitter.

Before moving the machine again


(e.g. when moving house)
After each use a small quantity of
condensed water will collect in the area
^ The screw feet can be adjusted to around the pump. This water can run
compensate for any unevenness in out if the machine is tipped up when it
the floor. is being moved. It is a good idea to run
the Cool air programme for
,The ventilation gaps in the plinth approximately 1 minute before moving
must not be covered over as this the machine. Any remaining
would prevent a sufficient intake of condensed water will then be fed into
air. the condensed water container or out
through the drain hose.

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Installation

External condensed water From the back of the dryer at the


outlet bottom:

When drying is in progress, condensed


water is pumped into the condensed
water container through the drain hose
at the back of the dryer. The
condensed water can also be drained
off directly if the machine is installed
near a sink, drain outlet etc. so that
the condensed water container does
not have to be emptied.
The drain hose (approx. 2 m long) is
stored in the dryer. It must be pulled
out of the dryer to its full extent if
condensed water is to be drained
externally. ^ Unclip the drain hose from holder (3).
Maximum delivery head: 1 m.
^ Then pull the drain hose completely
If it is not long enough, an extension out of the dryer towards the left (4)
hose is available as an optional (See illustration).
accessory through your dealer or from
the Miele Spare Parts Dept. ,Important: do not let the drain
hose become kinked as this could
Pulling out the drain hose damage it.
From the back of the dryer at the top:
,If you want to drain the water off
into a sink you will need to secure
the hose carefully, e.g. by tying it to
a tap to make sure it cannot slip
during use. Otherwise there is a risk
of overflowing water which could
cause damage.

Use the bow-shaped guide to prevent


the drain hose from becoming kinked
(see "Front view" illustration).

^ Unclip the drain hose (1).


^ Then pull it off holder (2).
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Installation
Connection to a sink drain outlet If this nut has a flat disc sealing it you
should take the disc out first.
The drain hose can be connected
Important: if this nut has a washer or
directly to a sink drain outlet.
seal in it this must not be removed!
^ Attach the end of the hose to adapter
1.
^ Use a screwdriver to tighten hose
clip 3 up close to the nut.

If you no longer wish to use an


external condensed water outlet

,Do not push the drain hose


back into the dryer. Doing this could
cause it to become kinked and
damaged in the dryer.

^ Remove the following from the back ^ Loop the drain hose up.
of the dryer at the bottom:
Adapter 1 and hose clip 3 behind it. ^ Use a suitable cable tie to secure the
looped hose to the back of the dryer,
or simply lay the looped hose behind
the dryer.
^ Attach the open end of the drain
hose back onto the holder at the
back of the dryer at the top (see
holder 2 in "Pulling out the drain
hose").

^ Fit adapter 1 to the sink drain outlet


using nut 2.

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Electrical connection

Electrical connection U.K. Electrical connection U.K.


Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363
All electrical work should be carried out
only by a suitably qualified and If this machine is fitted with a
competent person, in strict accordance non-rewireable plug and the socket
with national and local safety outlets are not suitable for the plug
regulations. supplied or if the existing plug needs to
be replaced by a new one, the old plug
Ensure power is not supplied to the
will need to be cut off and an
machine while installation work is being
appropriate plug fitted. The fuse carrier
carried out.
and the fuse should be removed from
The machine is supplied with a mains the old plug and disposed of.
cable with moulded plug for connection
The plug cut from the cable should then
to a 230-240V mains supply. The
be disposed of and on no account be
voltage, rated load and fuse rating
inserted into any socket elsewhere in
are given on the data plate. Please
the house (electric shock hazard).
ensure these match the household
mains supply. The fuse cover must be refitted when
changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover
Connection should be made via a fused
is lost, the plug must not be used until a
plug and suitable switched socket
suitable replacement is obtained. The
which is easily accessible after
colour of the correct replacement cover
installation.
is that of the coloured insert in the base
For extra safety it is advisable to install
of the plug, or the colour that is
a residual current device (RCD), with a
embossed in words on the base of the
trip current of 30 mA (in accordance
plug (as applicable to the design of
with DIN VDE 0664, VDE 0100, section
plug fitted).
739).
Do not connect via an extension lead. Replacement fuses should be ASTA
approved to BS 1362 and have the
Important correct rating. Replacement fuses and
fuse covers may be purchased from
The wires in the mains lead are
your local electrical supplier or Service
coloured in accordance with the
agent.
following code:
Green/yellow = earth
Blue = neutral
Brown = live

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Electrical connection
If the colours of the wires in the mains
lead of this machine do not correspond
with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals of your plug, proceed as
follows:
^ The wire which is coloured green and
yellow must be connected to the
terminal in the plug which is marked
with the letter E or by the earth
symbol z or coloured green, or
green and yellow.
^ The wire which is coloured blue must
be connected to the terminal in the
plug which is marked with the letter N
or coloured black.
^ The wire which is coloured brown
must be connected to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the
letter L or coloured red.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE
MUST BE EARTHED

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Consumption data
Programme Capacity Final spin speed Electricity Drying time
(in a domestic consump- incl.
washing machine) tion cooling down
time
kg rpm kWh Minutes
COTTONS
Extra dry 5.0 1200 3.25 86
1400 3.10 83
1600 2.85 76
Normal + 5.0 1200 2.80 76
1400 2.65 73
1600 2.40 66
Normal (1) 5.0 800 (70 % residual moisture) 3.40 89
Normal 5.0 1200 2.65 73
1400 2.55 70
1600 2.25 63
(1)
Hand iron 5.0 800 (70 % residual moisture) 2.75 72
Hand iron 5.0 1200 2.00 55
1400 1.90 52
1600 1.60 46
Machine iron 5.0 1200 1.60 46
1400 1.50 43
1600 1.20 36
MINIMUM IRON
Normal (1) 2.5 1000 (50 % residual moisture) 1.25 40
Hand iron 2.5 1000 1.10 36
Special care
Woollens hand care 2.0 - 0.20 4
Smoothing 2.5 - 0.30 9
(1)
EN 61121 test programme
EN 61121 Standard testing
Before testing in accordance with EN 61121, dry a 3 kg load of cotton laundry
with 70% residual moisture as per the above standard using the Normal Cottons
programme without selecting any additional functions.

Consumption data can vary from the nominal values given above depending
on the size of the load, types of textiles, residual moisture levels after spinning,
fluctuations in the electricity supply and any additional options selected.

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Technical data

Height 85 cm (adjustable +0.7/- 0.7 cm)


Height without lid 82 cm
Width 59.5 cm
Depth 58 cm
Depth with door open 106 cm
Weight 54 kg
Drum volume 100 litres
Maximum capacity 5 kg dry weight
Capacity of condensed
water container approx. 3.5 litres
Length of connection cable 1.60 m
Maximum delivery head 1m
Maximum drain hose length 3m
Voltage see data plate
Rated load see data plate
Fuse rating see data plate
Lamp wattage see data plate
Energy consumption see "Consumption data"
Test certificates awarded Radio/TV suppressed, VDE

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Programmable functions
for changing
standard settings

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Programmable functions

Increased drying level D Turn the programme selector to


COTTONS, Extra dry.
The Sensitive System aims to dry
using as little energy as possible. E The number of the programmable
However, if you require the laundry to function will flash alternately with the
be drier, it is possible to reduce the "P" on the left of the display -
final moisture level in the COTTONS P: P...1...P... 1... .
and MINIMUM IRON programmes. The number on the right will show
constantly:
The machine is delivered with this 0 = Increased drying level - off
programmable function switched off. 1 = Increased drying level - on

Programming and F Press the Start button to change the


storing in memory number on the right from
0 to 1 = on or from
The programmable functions are 1 to 0 = off.
activated to call up further features not
shown on the control panel by using the The setting you have selected is now
additional option buttons in stored in memory.
combination with the programme G Switch the machine off with the
selector. I-On/0-Off button.
Before you begin, first ensure that:
To check:
– The tumble dryer is switched off.
^ Carry out steps A to E.
– The door is closed.
^ Switch off the dryer.
– The programme selector is at
Finish. The check is complete.

A Press the additional option buttons


Short and Low temperature at the
same time, hold pressed in and ...
B ... switch on the dryer with the
I-On/0-Off button.
C Let go of all these buttons.
– "P" will appear in the display.
– The Drying and Cool air indicator
lights will flash.

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Programmable functions

Memory D Turn the programme selector to


COTTONS, Normal.
The additional options selected
previously for specific programmes E The number of the programmable
are stored in the machine’s memory. function will flash alternately with the
"P" on the left of the display -
The machine is delivered with this P: P...3...P... 3... .
programmable function deactivated. It The number on the right will show
can be activated if wished. constantly:
0 = Memory function - off
Programming and 1 = Memory function - on
storing in memory
F Press the Start button to change the
The programmable functions are number on the right from
activated to call up further features not 0 to 1 = on or from
shown on the control panel by using the 1 to 0 = off.
additional option buttons in
combination with the programme The setting you have selected is now
selector. stored in memory.

Before you begin, first ensure that: G Switch the machine off with the
I-On/0-Off button.
– The tumble dryer is switched off.
– The door is closed. To check:

– The programme selector is at ^ Carry out steps A to E.


Finish. ^ Switch off the dryer.
A Press the additional option buttons The check is complete.
Short and Low temperature at the
same time, hold pressed in and ...
B ... switch on the dryer with the
I-On/0-Off button.
C Let go of all these buttons.
– "P" will appear in the display.
– The Drying and Cool air indicator
lights will flash.

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