Operation

Extended drying

If desired drying results are not consistently achieved, the turbothermic cooling fan can be programmed to run an extra 14 minutes at the end of each program.

The "Extended drying" feature can also be activated to prevent condensation from collecting on the steam deflector.

The extended drying time is top program indicator

The extended drying time is top program indicator lights .

off flashes .

on

If the correct drying time is set:

^ Turn off the dishwasher.

if the if the

Turning extended drying on/off

^ Make sure the dishwasher is turned off.

^ Press and hold the "Start/Stop" (17) button and at the same time turn the dishwasher on using the "On/Off" button.

Release the "Start/Stop" button within two seconds.

^ Press the "Top Solo" (18) button.

The "Salt" (15) indicator will flash and the "End" (16) indicator will light.

If this is not the case, the above steps must be repeated.

If the drying time is incorrect:

^ Press the "Top Solo" button (18).

^ Press the "Start/Stop" (17) button twice.

The "Start/Stop" (17) indicator will flash.

The changed extended drying option will be stored.

^ Turn off the dishwasher.

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Frequently asked questions

With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be fixed without a service call.

,

Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified and trained technician in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause personal injury or machine damage.

What if …

the dishwasher does not start?

Possible fault

The door is not properly closed.

the dishwasher stops during a program?

the "Intake/Drain" indicator is lit/flashing?

Fix

Close the door firmly.

The machine is not plugged in.

The fuse is defective or the breaker has tripped.

Insert the plug.

Reset the circuit breaker

Make sure it is a 15 A breaker.

The fuse or breaker has tripped.

Reset the circuit breaker

Make sure it is a 15 A breaker.

The water valve is closed. Open the water valve.

The filter in the water inlet is blocked.

The waterproof system has activated.

The flow pressure at the water inlet is less than

4.5 psi (0.3 bar).

See maintenance instructions.

Call the Miele Technical

Service Department.

Contact a plumber.

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Frequently asked questions

What if … Possible fault

the "Intake/Drain" indicator flashes and the program stops?

The triple filter in the wash cabinet is clogged.

The drain pump or the non-return valve may be blocked.

Fix

Clean the filter, see maintenance instructions.

Clean the drain pump and the non-return valve, see maintenance instructions.

the "End", "Start/Stop" and "Top Solo" indicators flash at the same time at the end of a program?

The drain hose is kinked.

Remove the kink.

There may be a technical fault.

– Press the "Start/Stop" button.

– Turn off the dishwasher.

A few seconds later:

– Turn the dishwasher on.

– Select the desired program.

– Press the "Start/Stop" button.

If the indicators flash again, there is a technical problem.

– Call the Miele Technical

Service Department.

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Frequently asked questions

What if … Possible fault

there is a knocking noise in the wash cabinet?

The spray arm is hitting an item in the basket.

there is a rattling noise?

Items are not secure in the wash cabinet.

there is a knocking noise in the water pipes?

the dishes are not dry, glasses and cutlery are spotted?

dishes are not clean?

Fix

Interrupt the program, rearrange items blocking the spray arms.

Interrupt the program and rearrange loose pieces.

This may be caused by the installation or the diameter of pipe.

This has no effect on the dishwasher. If in doubt contact a plumber.

The rinse aid setting may be too low, or the rinse aid reservoir is empty.

Increase the dosage or refill the reservoir, see

"Before using for the first time".

Extended drying is not activated.

Dishes were taken out too soon.

The dishes were not loaded correctly.

The program was not powerful enough.

Not enough detergent was dispensed.

The spray arm jets are clogged.

Activate the Extended drying feature.

Leave dishes in longer.

See "Loading the dishwasher".

Select a more intensive program, see "Program guide".

Use more detergent, see

"Adding detergent".

Clean the spray arm jets, see the "User

Maintenance Instructions".

The triple filter is clogged or not correctly seated.

The non-return valve is blocked while open.

Water runs back into the wash cabinet.

Clean and reseat the filter, see the "User

Maintenance Instructions".

Clean the drain pump and the non-return valve, see the "User Maintenance

Instructions".

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Frequently asked questions

What if …

tea or lipstick stains have not been completely removed?

white residue is visible on cutlery and dishes, clouding occurs on glassware and film can be wiped off?

there is a bluish sheen on the surface of glasses and film can be wiped off?

glasses are dull and discolored and film cannot be wiped off?

Possible fault

The wash temperature of the selected program was too low.

Not enough detergent was used.

Fix

Select a program with a higher temperature.

Use more detergent.

Not enough rinse aid was used.

The salt reservoir is empty.

Increase the dosage, see "Before using for the first time".

Add reactivation salt, see "Before using for the first time".

The salt reservoir cap was not correctly screwed on.

Reseat it making sure it screws back on correctly.

The programmed setting of the water softener is too low.

Raise setting of the water softener , see "Before using for the first time".

The rinse aid dosage is set too high.

Reduce the dosage, see

"Before using for the first time".

Glasses are not dishwasher safe.

There is no remedy.

Only wash dishwasher safe glasses.

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Frequently asked questions

What if …

plastic items are discolored?

Possible fault Fix

Natural dyes e.g. from vegetables may be the cause. Not enough detergent was used to break down natural dyes.

Use more detergent, see

"Adding detergent".

Discoloration is permanent.

The salt reservoir cap was not screwed on properly.

Reseat and screw the cap on firmly.

there are rust stains on cutlery?

The affected items are not corrosion resistant.

detergent is left in the dispenser at the end of a program?

The dispenser was damp when detergent was added.

the detergent dispenser lid cannot be closed properly?

water remains in the wash cabinet at the end of a program?

Detergent residue is blocking the catch.

The triple filter in the wash cabinet is clogged.

There is no remedy.

Only wash dishwasher safe cutlery.

Dry the dispenser before adding detergent.

Remove the residue.

Clean the filter, see the "User

Maintenance Instructions".

The drain pump or the non-return valve may be blocked.

Clean the drain pump and the non-return valve, see the "User

Maintenance Instructions".

The drain hose is kinked.

Remove the kink.

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After sales service

In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself please contact the

Miele Technical Service Department.

U 1-800-999-1360 [email protected]

V 1-800-565-6435 [email protected]

When contacting the Miele Technical

Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance.

These can be found on the data plate on the upper inside edge of the dishwasher door.

Program update function - PC

The Program Correction (PC) allows a technician to update the dishwasher to make use of new technology.

MieleCare

MieleCare , our Extended Service

Contract program; gives you the assurance of knowing that your appliance investment is covered by 5 years of worry free ownership.

MieleCare is the only Extended Service

Contract in the industry that guarantees repairs by a Miele Authorized Service

Provider using genuine Miele parts.

Only genuine Miele parts installed by factory trained professionals can guarantee the safety, reliability, and longevity of your Miele appliance.

Please note that unless expressly approved in writing by Miele’s Service department, Extended Service

Contracts offered by other providers for

Miele products will not be recognized by Miele. Our goal is to prevent unauthorized (and untrained) service personnel from working on your Miele products, possibly doing further damage to them, you and/or your home.

To learn more about MieleCare

Extended Service Contracts, please contact your appliance dealer or visit us online at: www.store.miele.com

For example, if a detergent with good wash results using only cold water becomes available, the wash programs can be modified to take advantage of this.

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Transport

To transport the dishwasher, e.g. when moving to a new home, note the following:

– Empty the dishwasher.

– Secure any loose parts, e.g. hoses, cables, cutlery baskets.

– Transport the dishwasher in the upright position. If unavoidable it may be transported on its back. Do not transport it on its side or on the door. Residual water in the machine could leak and cause electrical damage.

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User Maintenance Instructions

To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use.