Disposal of the packing material. Miele G811

Caring for the environment

Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing material

The cardboard box and packing material protects the appliance during shipping. These materials are biodegradable and recyclable, please recycle.

Disposal of an old machine

Before disposing of an appliance make sure that the machine has been made safe as outlined in the “Important Safety

Instructions” by removing power cords and doors.

Energy saving washing

This dishwasher is exceptionally economical in the use of water and electricity. For best results follow these tips:

The dishwasher can internally heat water to the temperatures required by the wash program. This capability allows the option of connecting the machine to either a hot or cold water source.

^ For lowest energy consumption and the gentlest washing of china and crystal, connect the dishwasher to a cold water source.

^ For fastest possible wash times, yet higher energy consumption, connect the dishwasher to a hot water source.

^ Make full use of the baskets without overloading for the most economical washing.

^ For small loads:

Select the “Top Solo” function (see

“Additional features”).

^ Choose a program that best suits the degree of soiling and the type of dishes being washed.

^ If baskets are only half full, select the

“Economy” program.

^ Use the correct amounts of detergent and rinse aid.

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Before using for the first time

Before using for the first time

Before using for the first time, please note the following points.

Setting the water softener

The water softener must be set to correspond to the water hardness in your area. This can be obtained from your local water company, or by using a test kit that can be purchased from the

Miele Technical Service Department.

The salt reservoir must only be filled with water and salt. Never fill it with detergent.

Adding rinse aid

Inadvertently filling the rinse aid reservoir with detergent will damage the reservoir.

Only use detergents and rinse aids formulated for domestic dishwashers.

Add the correct amount of detergent

Generally, 1 ½ tablespoons (25 ml) of detergent is enough for most wash loads. Not enough or too much detergent can lead to poor wash results.

Cleaning results vary among detergent brands. If you are not satisfied with the wash results, try another brand of detergent.

Load dishes correctly

Load dishes so that water can reach all surfaces. Check that the spray arms are not blocked by items that are too tall for the baskets or hang through the bottom of the baskets. If necessary, manually rotate the spray arms to check clearance.

Choose the correct program

Different wash programs should be selected for different loads and different degrees of soiling. See the program chart for further program descriptions.

The combination filter in the base of the wash cabinet and the spray arms must be kept clean.

These should be regularly inspected and cleaned, if necessary.

See the corresponding sections for detailed information on the above points.

Every dishwasher is tested before leaving the factory. Any water remaining in the machine is from these tests and does not indicate that the machine has been used.

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