Miele 21494837USA Instructions d'exploitation

Operating InstructionsDishwasherTo prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions be-fore installation or use.en-US M.-Nr. 10 654 290HG

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS10 A damaged appliance could be dangerous. If the dishwasher getsdamaged, turn off the electrical supply and contact Mie

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS11Proper installation The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliancewith the installation plan. Be caref

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS12Proper use Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion! Do not inhale or ingest powder detergent. Dish

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS13 In an appliance with a cutlery basket (depending on model), cut-lery is cleaned and dried more efficiently if placed

Guide to the dishwasher14Appliance overviewaUpper spray arm (not visible)bCutlery tray (depending on model)cUpper basketdMiddle spray armeAir intake f

Guide to the dishwasher15Control panelaProgram selectionbTime displaycCheck/Refill indicatorsdStart button with indicator lighteShort button  with in

Caring for the environment16Disposal of the packing mate-rialThe cardboard box and packing materi-als protect the appliance during ship-ping. They hav

Caring for the environment17Energy-saving dishwashingThis dishwasher is economical in theconsumption of water and energy. For best results follow thes

Before using for the first time18Opening the door To open the door, reach under thedoor grip and pull.If the door is opened during operation,all func

Before using for the first time19Before using the appliance forthe first time, you require:– Domestic dishwasher detergent– Rinse aid formulated for d

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Before using for the first time20 Add rinse aid only until it is visible inthe opening.The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.3.7 oz. (110 ml). Close

Before using for the first time21 Turn the dishwasher off with the button, if it is turned on. Press the Start button and, simulta-neously, switch

Loading the dishwasher22TipsRemove coarse food residues from thedishes.There is no need to rinse items underrunning water! Do not wash items soiled w

Loading the dishwasher23Items not recommended for dish-washing– Wooden cutlery, cutting boards anddishes or items with wooden parts– Craft items, anti

Loading the dishwasher24Loading examplesLoading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery trayUpper basketLower basketCutlery tray (depending on mod

Loading the dishwasher25Loading for 16 standard place settings with cutlery trayUpper basket Lower basketCutlery tray (depending on model)

Loading the dishwasher26Loading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery basketUpper basketLower basketCutlery basket

Loading the dishwasher27Loading for 13 standard place settings with cutlery basketUpper basketLower basketCutlery basket

Loading the dishwasher28Upper basket For safety reasons, do not oper-ate the dishwasher without the upperand lower baskets in place (exceptwhen runni

Loading the dishwasher29Adjusting the upper basketIn order to gain more space for talleritems the upper basket can be adjustedon three levels with 3/4

Contents3IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 5Guide to the dishwasher...

Loading the dishwasher30Lower basket For larger and heavier items such asplates, serving platters, saucepans,bowls, etc.Glasses, cups and small items

Loading the dishwasher31Cutlery3D cutlery tray (depending on model) Arrange the cutlery in the tray asshown.To make unloading much easier, cutlerysho

Loading the dishwasher32Cutlery basket (depending on model)The cutlery basket can be placed any-where on the front rows of spikes in thelower basket.

Operation33Detergent Only use detergents formulatedfor domestic dishwashers.Refer to the manufacturer's packagingas to whether Tab products are

Operation34Adding detergent Press the opening catch on the deter-gent dispenser. The flap will springopen.The flap is always open at the end of aprog

Operation35Turning on Make sure the spray arms are not ob-structed. Close the door. Turn on the water supply if it is turnedoff. Turn the dishwash

Operation36Starting a programThe dishwasher can be started only ifthe door is closed. Press the Start button.The program will begin.The Start indicat

Operation37Energy managementTo save energy, the dishwasher willswitch off automatically 10minutes af-ter the last time a button has beenpressed or 10

Operation38Turning off the dishwasherAt the end of a program: The dishwasher can be switched offat any time using the  button.Switching the dishwash

Operation39Interrupting a programA program will be interrupted as soonas the door is opened. Close the door and press the Startbutton.The program wil

Contents4Turning off the refill indicator ... 41Delay Start...

Options40Short The Short  option reduces the dura-tion of programs in which this option isavailable.In order to achieve optimum cleaningresults, con

Options41Turning off the refill indicatorIf you consistently use a Tab detergent,you can deactivate the refill indicator ifyou wish. Turn the dishwas

Options42Delay StartYou can set the start time for a pro-gram. The start time can be delayed be-tween 30 minutes and 24 hours. The delay period is sho

Options43If Optimize Standby is switched on(see "Options - Optimize Standby"),the time display will go out after a fewminutes, leaving just

Options44Optimize Standby"Optimize Standby" is activated by de-fault.To save energy, the dishwasher willswitch off automatically a few minut

Options45Factory default settingsIf you have altered any settings from thefactory default, you can reset themback to the factory default settings asfo

Program overview46Program When to use Program sequencePre-washMainwashInterimrinseFinalrinseDrying°F/°C °F/°CNormal 1)Program for regular use to com-p

Program overview47Consumption 2)Duration 2)Energy WaterCold water Hot water Gallons/Litres Cold water Hot water50°F/10°C 120°F/49°C 50°F/10°C 120°F/49

Cleaning and care48Check and clean your dishwasherregularly. This will help avoid prob-lems and faults. All surfaces are susceptible toscratching.Con

Cleaning and care49Cleaning the door front If soiling remains longer, it mayhappen that the surfaces can be-come discolored or changed.Remove any soi

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS5This dishwasher complies with current safety requirements. Inap-propriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and

Cleaning and care50Filter systemThe filter system in the base of thewash cabinet prevents food from beingredeposited on dishes. It also protectsthe ci

Cleaning and care51To clean the inside of the filter, the flapmust be opened: Press catches  together in the di-rection of the arrows as shown, ando

Cleaning and care52Cleaning the spray armsParticles of food can get stuck in thespray arm jets and bearings. The sprayarms should therefore be inspect

Frequently Asked Questions53With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of the appli-ance, some of which may result from inc

Frequently Asked Questions54Problem Possible cause and solutionThe Intake/Drain andRinse Aid indicatorlights are flashing at thesame time.Fault number

Frequently Asked Questions55Water intake faultProblem Possible cause and solutionThe Intake/Drain indica-tor flashes on and off.The water supply is tu

Frequently Asked Questions56General problemsProblem Possible cause and solutionThe indicator lights andtime display are dark.The dishwasher has switch

Frequently Asked Questions57NoisesProblem Possible cause and solutionThere is a knockingnoise in the wash cabi-net.A spray arm is hitting the dishes.

Frequently Asked Questions58Poor cleaning resultsProblem Possible cause and solutionThe dishes are notclean.The dishes were not loaded correctly. See

Frequently Asked Questions59Problem Possible cause and solutionDishes is not dry or cut-lery and glasses arespotty.The rinse aid dosage is set too low

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS6Correct use This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households andsimilar residential environments. This dishw

Frequently Asked Questions60Problem Possible cause and solutionThere are rust stains onthe cutlery.The affected items are not corrosion resistant. Th

Frequently asked questions61Cleaning the drain pump andnon-return valveIf the water has not been pumped awayat the end of a program, the drain pumpor

Customer service62RepairsFor problems that you cannot resolveon your own, please contact:– your Miele dealer or– Miele ServiceThe telephone number for

Optional accessories63Dishwasher detergent and rinse aid, aswell as cleaning and care products, areavailable as optional accessories.All the products

Optional accessories64Dishwasher care productsMiele cleaning and care products pro-vide optimum care for your dishwasher.Dishwasher cleaner– Cleans th

65Installation InstructionsPlease refer to the Installation Diagram supplied with these instructions.To comply with IEC sound testing protocols, pleas

Electrical connection66Installation, repairs and other workby unqualified persons could be dan-gerous.Check that the voltage, frequencyand fuse rating

Electrical connection67Hardwired electrical connectionIt is possible to hardwire this applianceto an existing power cable.CAUTION: Before servicing, d

Water connection68Water intake Water in the dishwasher mustnot be used as drinking water.– The dishwasher may be connected toa cold or hot water supp

Water connection69Drainage– The machine comes equipped with abuilt-in non-return valve on the dis-charge side to prevent waste waterfrom flowing back

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS7Safety with children Children must be kept away from the appliance unless they areconstantly supervised. Children shou

Sound emission testing70Prerequisites for sound emission testsLoad the dishwasher with 16 standard place settings and use the Normal pro-gram.Setup fo

Sound emission testing71 Push the provided fleece strips (depending on model) under the toe-kick until itis flush with the appliance feet . Push th

Sound emission testing72 Remove the protective film from the provided insulating strip (depending onmodel) . Push the insulating strip into the fro

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS8Technical safety Installation, repair, and maintenance work should only be per-formed by a Miele-authorized service tec

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS9 To avoid the risk of damage to the dishwasher, make sure that theconnection data on the data plate (fuse rating, volta