Miele Washer W 1215 Manuel d'utilisateur

Operating and InstallationInstructionsWasherW 1215To prevent accidents andmachine damage,read these instructionsbefore installation or use.M.-Nr. 05 8

Temperatures FabriccaresymbolSpinspeedLaundryWoolens / Options: SensitiveWarm B High For hand and machine washable wooland wool blends.Cold A MedNo He

4. Select wash options(if needed)The upper button selects the following"OPTIONS":– Extended– Extended and Heavy Soil– Extended and Soak– Hea

5. Select the temperature andspin speedThe default temperature and spinspeed will automatically be selected foreach program. However, you canadjust th

Special spin optionsHold(only for the "Custom" program)^ Select "Hold".The laundry is not spun and remainssoaking in water. This w

6. Add detergentFor optimum wash results, it isimportant to use the correct amount ofdetergent.Too little detergent may cause:– Ineffective cleaning o

Use only high efficiency, lowsudsing laundry detergentformulated for front loading washingmachines.For wool and wool blend fabrics, use adetergent spe

The amount of detergent useddepends on the level of soiling:Light soilingNo soiling or stains are visible.Normal soilingSome visible soiling or a few

Fabric softenerFabric softener added to the washprogram will make fabrics feel softerand will reduce static cling in the dryer.^ Open the lid of the f

StarchMild liquid starch is a synthetic starchwash used to give fabrics somestiffness. Starching can be included inany wash program as part of the fin

7. Select Delay Start (ifneeded)If you wish, the start of the washprogram can be delayed to have a loadcompleted at a later time. Delay startallows yo

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Guide to the washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10. Remove the laundryThe "STATUS" indicator "Anti-Crease /End" will be displayed at the end of theprogram.^ Use the "Door&qu

Canceling a programYou can cancel a wash program anytime after a program starts.^ Press the "Start / Stop" button.The washer drains the wash

Adding / removing laundryduring a wash programYou can interrupt the followingprograms to add or remove a piece oflaundry:– Normal– Wrinkle-free– Sturd

Electronic program lockWasher in useThe program lock prevents the washerfrom being opened or the program,temperature or spin speed from beingchanged d

,Before cleaning the appliance,disconnect the power supply byunplugging the unit or manuallytripping the circuit breaker.Cleaning the washer^ Clean th

Cleaning the detergent drawerDetergent residue should be cleanedout regularly.^ Pull the detergent drawer out as faras it will go. Press down on the r

Cleaning the drain pump andlint trapOccasionally, small objects (buttons,coins, etc.) may become trapped in thelint trap. If the machine does not drai

Quick GuideRemove this guide for easyreferencePlease read allinstructions, especiallythe "Important Safety Instructions",before using the wa

1. Sort the laundry.^ Empty all pockets.^ Sort the laundry by fabric and color.^ Pretreat stains.2. Load the laundry^ Turn on the washer using the &qu

5. Select the temperature and spinspeed^ Press the "TEMP" and "SPIN" buttonsuntil the indicator of the desired valuelights.6. Add

Quick Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Cleaning the water inlet filte

Program guideNormalOptions:Extended, Heavy Soil, Soak, SensitiveTemperatures:Hot D, Very Warm C, Warm B, Cold A,No Heat eSpin speeds: Max, HighItems:F

Once the flow of water stops:^ Remove the lint trap lid.^ Remove any foreign objects or lintfrom the filter.^ Check that the impeller (in the backof t

Cleaning the water inlet filtersThe washer has two water inlet filters toprotect each inlet valve. These filtersshould be checked every 6 months andcl

Changing the light bulbA burnt out light bulb will not affect theperformance of the washer.^ Remove the tool from behind thedetergent dispenser drawer

,Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a qualifiedand trained person in accordance with local and national safety regulations.R

The program was interrupted and a fault message appears.Issue Possible cause Solution*The buzzer sounds, andthe "Drain" indicatorflashes.&qu

General issues with the washerIssue Possible cause SolutionThe "Oversudsing"indicator lights.The machine has oversudsed.Use less detergent i

Poor wash resultsIssue Possible cause SolutionThe wash does notcome clean withliquid detergent.Liquid detergents do notcontain bleachingagents. Fruit,

The door will not open when the "Door" button is pressed.Possible cause SolutionThe washer has nopower.Insert the plug into the outlet.The w

Opening the drum door duringa power failure^ Open the detergent dispenserdrawer and remove the tool.^ Open the lint trap door.^ Drain the water from t

,WARNING - To reduce the risk offire, electric shock or injury topersons while using your appliancefollow basic safety precautions,including the follo

RepairsIn the event of a fault which you cannotfix yourself, please contact TechnicalService using the information on theback of this manual.^ Please

Installation InstructionsTo prevent accidentsand machine damageread these instructionsbeforeinstallation or use.

Disposal of the packingmaterialThe cardboard box and packingmaterials protect the appliance duringshipping. They have been designed tobe biodegradable

Front viewa Hot water intake hoseb Cold water intake hosec Power cordd - g Drain hose (drain options showni.e adjustable and removableelbows).h Contro

Back viewa Lid excess end with transport gripsb Power cordc Cold water intake hosed Hot water intake hosee Drain hosef Shipping struts with rotary pro

Installation siteA concrete floor is the most suitablesurface for the washer. Concrete floorsare less prone to vibration during thespin cycle than woo

^ Turn the left shipping strutcounterclockwise 90° with theenclosed combination wrench.^ Pull out the shipping strut.^ Turn the right shipping strutcl

^ Close the holes with the rotaryprotectors, making sure to close thecaps.^ Fasten the shipping struts to the rearof the washer. Take care to insert t

Level the washerTo ensure smooth operation, thewasher must be level.Failure to level the machine can resultin increased water and energyconsumption, l

Installation beneath a counterIf a countertop is placed over thewasher, at least a1/4" gap must beleft between the top of the machineand bottom o

Control panela Program selection buttons e-For selecting a program.b Wash optionsSpecial features to enhance a washprogram.c Temperature buttonFor sel

Washer / Dryer StackThe Miele washing machine can beinstalled as part of a washer-dryerstack in combination with a Mieletumble dryer. An appropriate &

The washing machine can beconnected to a portable water supply.A non-return valve is not needed unlessrequired by building code.The washing machine ha

Water connection^ Connect the cold water intake hose(blue mark) to the cold water valveand the hot water intake hose (redmark) to the hot water valve.

DrainageThe 5 foot (1.5 m) drain hose may beconnected as follows:1. Directly into a sink: hook the hoseover the edge of the sink and secureit firmly (

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSThis appliance must be grounded.In the event of a malfunction orbreakdown, grounding will reducethe risk of electric shock bypro

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The appliance must be correctlyinstalled and connected before thefirst use. Please see the "Installationinstructions".This washing machine h

1. Prepare and sort the laundry^ Empty all pockets.,Foreign objects left in pockets(e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.)can cause damage to clothes a

2. Load the laundry^ Turn on the washer using the"On / Off" button.^ Open the drum door using the "Door"button.^ Load the laundry

Program guideTemperatures FabriccaresymbolSpinspeedLaundryNormal Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Soak, SensitiveHot D Max For a rapid wash of colorfast