Miele G 1173 Vi manual

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    Operating instructions for dishwashers To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions as well as the installation plan before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 07 502 110 e n-G B[...]

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    Description of the appliance .........................................5 Appliance overview .................................................5 Control panel ......................................................6 Warning and Safety instructions .....................................7 Caring for the environment ........................................[...]

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    Operation .......................................................3 1 Detergent ........................................................3 1 Adding detergent ..................................................3 2 Switching on .....................................................3 3 Selecting a programme .............................................3 3[...]

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    Optional accessories ..............................................5 8 Electrical connection ..............................................5 9 Plumbing ........................................................6 0 The Miele waterproof anti-leak system .................................6 0 Connection to the water supply ................................[...]

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    Appliance overview a Upper spray arm (not visible) b Cutlery tray (depending on model) c Upper basket d Middle spray arm e Air inlet for drying (depending on model) f Lower spray arm g Filter combination h Data plate i Rinse aid reservoir j Dual compartment detergent dispenser k Salt reservoir Description of the appliance 5[...]

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    Control panel a Check/Refill indicators b Programmes c Programme selector button YX d On button U with indicator light e Off button V The symbols are described in greater detail in the relevant sections of these instructions. Symbols U On V Off YX Programme selector button Check/Refill indicators 2 / 2 Inlet / Drain ( Rinse aid F Salt Programmes Au[...]

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    This appliance conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the appliance, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its safety, use and maintenance. Keep t[...]

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    Technical safety ~ Before setting up the appliance, check it for any externally visible damage. Under no circumstances should you use a damaged appliance. A damaged appliance could be dangerous. ~ The dishwasher must only be plugged into the electricity supply via a suitable switched socket. The electrical socket must be easily accessible after the[...]

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    ~ This appliance may only be installed in mobile installations such as ships if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer. ~ The plastic housing of the water connection contains an electrical component. The housing must not be dipped in water. ~ There are live wires in the water inlet hose. Never cu[...]

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    Installation ~ The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation diagram supplied. ~ The dishwasher must be correctly aligned to ensure problem-free operation. ~ In order to ensure stability, built-under and integrated dishwashers must only be installed under a continuous worktop which is secured to adjacent cabinet[...]

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    ~ Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir with powder or liquid dishwasher detergent will damage the water softener. Make sure you have picked up the correct packet of dishwasher salt before filling the salt reservoir! ~ Please only use special coarse grained dishwasher salt for reactivation, as other salts may contain insoluble additives which ca[...]

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    Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation. The packaging consist[...]

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    Energy saving washing This dishwasher is exceptionally economical in its use of water and electricity. You can make the most of your appliance by following these tips: ^ If your household water system is suitable, this dishwasher can be connected to a hot water supply for further economies. If the water is heated by solar panels, for example, this [...]

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    To open the door ^ Pull the handle. If the door is opened during operation all functions are automatically interrupted. To close the door ^ Push the baskets right in. ^ Then lift the door upwards and push until it clicks into position. Before using for the first time 14[...]

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    Water softener In order to achieve good cleaning results, the dishwasher needs to operate with soft water. Hard water results in the build-up of calcium deposits on crockery and in the dishwasher. Mains water with a hardness level higher than 0.7 mmol/l (4 °d – German scale) needs to be softened. This takes place automatically in the integrated [...]

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    To programme the water hardness level Each time a button is pressed, one of the indicator lights will flash and light up in the control panel. However, only the indicator lights mentioned in the following programming process stages are significant. The programming procedure can be cancelled at any time by pressing the Off button V . The procedure c[...]

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    Checking the programmed water hardness level ^ Switch the dishwasher off with the Off button V . ^ Press the programme selector button ;? in, and whilst holding it in switch the dishwasher on using the On button U . Keep the programme selector button ;? pressed in until the lower right hand programme indicator comes on. ^ Press the programme select[...]

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    Miele branded products are available from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet at www.miele-shop.com. Before using the appliance for the first time you require: – approx. 2 litres of water, – approx. 2 kg dishwasher salt, – domestic dishwasher detergent, – rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers. Every dishwasher is te[...]

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    ^ Remove the lower basket and unscrew the salt reservoir cap. Only open the salt reservoir when you want to fill it with dishwasher salt as water or salt solution will run out of the reservoir when the cap is removed. ^ Fill the reservoir with approx. 2 litres of water (first use only). ^ Place the funnel provided over the salt reservoir and carefu[...]

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    Rinse aid Rinse aid is necessary to ensure water does not cling and leave marks on crockery during the drying phase and helps crockery dry faster after it has been washed. Rinse aid is poured into the storage reservoir and the amount set is dispensed automatically. , Inadvertently filling the rinse aid reservoir with powder or liquid detergent alwa[...]

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    ^ Add rinse aid only until it is visible in the opening. The rinse aid reservoir holds approx. 110 ml. ^ Close the flap firmly so that it clicks into place. Otherwise water can enter the rinse aid during a programme. ^ Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This prevents over-foaming occurring during the next programme. Rinse aid indicator ( When the rinse[...]

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    Setting the rinse aid dosage You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for best results. The rinse aid dosage can be set from approx. 0-6 ml. It is set to a recommended setting of approx. 3 ml at the factory. If spots appear on crockery and glassware: ^ Increase the rinse aid dosage. If clouding or smearing appears on crockery and glassware: ^ Decrease t[...]

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    Note Remove coarse food residues from crockery. There is no need to rinse items under running water. , Do not wash items soiled with ash, sand, wax, lubricating grease or paint in the dishwasher. These substances will damage the dishwasher. Crockery can be loaded anywhere in the baskets, but the following notes should be observed: – Do not place [...]

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    Items not suitable for dishwashers: – Wooden cutlery and crockery or items with wooden parts: these may discolour and fade. The glue used in these items is not dishwasher-proof and wooden handles may come loose after being washed in a dishwasher. – Craft items, antiques, valuable vases and decorative glassware are also not suitable for dishwash[...]

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    Upper basket , For safety reasons, do not operate the dishwasher without the upper and lower baskets in place. ^ Use the upper basket for small, lightweight and delicate items such as cups, saucers, glasses, dessert bowls, etc. Shallow pans or casserole dishes can also be placed in the upper basket. ^ Long items such as soup ladles, mixing spoons a[...]

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    Adjusting the upper basket In order to gain more space for taller pieces of crockery in the bottom or upper basket, the upper basket can be adjusted on three levels with 2 cm between each level. The upper basket can also be set at an angle with one side high and the other side low. This can be useful to help prevent water collecting in deep dishes [...]

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    Lower basket ^ For larger and heavier items such as plates, serving platters, saucepans, bowls, etc. Small items such as saucers can also be placed in the lower basket. Do not place delicate glassware in the lower basket. Dishwashers with cutlery tray Dishwashers with cutlery basket Hinged spikes The spikes are used for washing plates and saucers. [...]

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    Removable spiked insert You can remove the spiked insert to make more room for larger items of crockery, e.g. a large, flat pot, or another type of insert. To remove the insert a ^ Pull it upwards by the handle as shown. To replace the insert b ^ Fit the insert into the lower basket with the hooks going under the long cross-piece as illustrated. ^ [...]

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    Cutlery Cutlery tray (depending on model) ^ Arrange the cutlery in the tray as shown. To make unloading much easier, cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, one for spoons, etc. Spoon heads should be placed in contact with at least one of the serrated retainers on the base of the cutlery tray to ensure that water runs off[...]

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    Cutlery basket (depending on model) ^ To avoid the risk of injury, knives and forks should be placed with the handles upwards in the basket. However, cutlery placed handle down in the basket will come out cleaner and drier. ^ Place small spoons in the individual slots to either side of the cutlery basket. Cutlery insert for the cutlery basket Use t[...]

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    Detergent , Only use detergents formulated for domestic dishwashers. Do not use washing-up liquid. Miele branded dishwasher cleaning products are available from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the Internet at www.miele-shop.com. Active ingredients Modern detergents contain various active ingredients, the most important of which are: – Pho[...]

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    , Avoid inhalation of powder detergents and do not ingest dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher detergents contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which can cause burning in the nose, mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Consult a doctor immediately if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled. Keep detergent and other household agents o[...]

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    Switching on ^ Open the stopcock, if it is closed. ^ Open the door. ^ Make sure the spray arms are not obstructed. ^ Switch the dishwasher on using the On button U . The On indicator light U comes on. Selecting a programme Choose your programme according to the type of load and how dirty it is. The different programmes and their uses are described [...]

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    At the end of a programme ^ Open the door slightly to check that the programme has finished. The indicator light next to the programme selected switches off once the programme has finished. If the programme indicator light is still on, the programme has not yet finished. Close the door again to allow the programme to finish. You can then empty the [...]

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    Interrupting a programme A programme is interrupted as soon as the door is opened. If the door is closed again, the programme will continue from the point it was at before the door was opened. , Water in the dishwasher may be hot. Danger of scalding. Only open the door if absolutely necessary and exercise extreme caution when doing so. Before closi[...]

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    Additional functions Buzzer An audible tone sounds at the end of the programme or if there is a fault. You will hear the buzzer at the end of a programme in bursts of five with a short pause in between. The buzzer will continue to sound for up to an hour if you do not switch the dishwasher off. In the event of a fault, the buzzer will sound continu[...]

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    Factory default setting If you have altered any settings from the factory default, you can re-set them back to the factory default settings as follows: ^ Open the door. ^ Switch the dishwasher off with the Off button V . ^ Press the programme selector button ;? in, and whilst holding it in switch the dishwasher on using the On button U . Keep the p[...]

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    Check your dishwasher regularly (approx. ever y4-6 months). This way faults and problems can be avoided. Miele branded cleaning and conditioning products are available from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet at www.miele-shop.com. , The external surfaces of the dishwasher are susceptible to scratching. Contact with unsuitable clea[...]

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    Cleaning the control panel and door front , Remove any soiling immediately. If not, it might become impossible to remove and could cause the outer surface to alter or discolour. ^ The control panel should only be wiped with a damp cloth. ^ Clean the front using a damp Miele microfibre E-cloth or with a sponge and a solution of hot water and washing[...]

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    Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet The filter combination in the base of the wash cabinet retains coarse soil from the suds solution, preventing it accessing the circulation system and re-entering the cabinet through the spray arms. , The dishwasher must not be used without all the filters in place. Collection of coarse soil may cause the fil[...]

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    To clean the inside of the filter, the flap must be opened: ^ Press catches a together in the direction of the arrows as shown, and open the filter b . ^ Rinse all the filters under running water. ^ Then close the flap so that the catch engages. ^ Replace the filter combination so that it lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet. ^ Then turn the h[...]

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    Cleaning the spray arms Particles of food can get stuck in the spray arm jets and bearings. The spray arms should therefore be inspected and cleaned regularly (approx. every 4 - 6 months). ^ Switch the dishwasher off. Remove the spray arms as follows: ^ Take out the cutlery tray (if your dishwasher is fitted with one). ^ Push the top spray arm upwa[...]

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    With the aid of the following guide, faults in the performance of the appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation can be put right without contacting the Service Department. , Repairs should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and trained person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. Unauth[...]

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    Problem Possible cause Remedy The buzzer sounds. All the programme indicators flash when the door is opened. There may be a technical fault. Clean the water inlet filter and clean the drain pump and non-return valve as described in “Maintenance”. If this does not resolve the problem, – switch the dishwasher off with the Off button V . After a[...]

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    The dishwasher does not fill/drain. Problem Possible cause Remedy The dishwasher stops working shortly after the start of the programme. The buzzer sounds. The Inlet/drain check light 2 / 2 flashes when the door is opened. The stopcock is closed. – Open the stopcock fully. The dishwasher stops during a programme. The buzzer sounds. The Inlet/drai[...]

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    General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy Detergent residue is left in the dispenser at the end of a programme. The dispenser was still damp when detergent was added. Make sure the dispenser is dry before adding detergent. The detergent dispenser lid cannot be closed properly. Clogged detergent residue is blocking the catch. Clean the detergen[...]

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    Noises Problem Possible cause Remedy Knocking noise in the wash cabinet. A spray arm is knocking against an item in a basket. Interrupt the programme, and rearrange the items which are obstructing the spray arm. Rattling noise in the wash cabinet. Items of crockery are insecure in the wash cabinet. Interrupt the programme, and rearrange the items o[...]

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    Unsatisfactory washing result Problem Possible cause Remedy The dishes are not clean. The dishes were not loaded correctly. See notes in "Loading the dishwasher" The programme was not powerful enough. Select a more intensive programme. See Programme chart. Not enough detergent was dispensed. Use more detergent, or change your detergent. I[...]

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    Problem Possible cause Remedy Dishes, cutlery and glasses are not dry or are flecked. The amount of rinse aid may be insufficient, or the rinse aid reservoir empty. Replenish the reservoir, increase the dosage or change the brand of rinse aid. See "Before using for the first time". Crockery was taken out of the cabinet too soon. Leave it [...]

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    Problem Possible cause Remedy Glassware has a brown or blue tinge, and film cannot be wiped off. This may be caused by the detergent. Change your detergent. Glassware is dull and discoloured; film cannot be wiped off. The glasses are not dishwasher-proof. The surfaces are affected. There is no remedy. Purchase glassware which is dishwasher-proof. T[...]

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    Cleaning the water inlet filter A filter is incorporated in the screw connection of the valve on the water inlet hose. The filter must be cleaned when dirty, otherwise insufficient water flows into the wash cabinet. , The plastic housing of the water connection contains an electrical component. It must not be dipped in water. Recommendation If the [...]

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    Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If the water has not been pumped away at the end of a programme the drain pump or the non-return valve might be blocked. They are, however, easy to clean. ^ Disconnect the dishwasher from the mains supply. Switch off at the mains socket and withdraw the plug. ^ Take the filter combination out of the wash[...]

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    Repairs In the event of any faults that you cannot remedy yourself, please contact: – Your Miele dealer, or – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for address). Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to improve our service. ^ When contacting your Dealer or the Service Department, please quote the model type and n[...]

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    Crockery Food deposits Action required Mixed, everyday crockery All normal food deposits This needs an adaptable programme... Heat-sensitive glasses and plastic Fresh, easily removed food deposits This needs a short programme... Mixed crockery Normal food deposits which have begun to dry on This needs a standard programme... Pots, pans, everyday po[...]

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    Programme Detergent Compartment I 2) Compartment II 2) Sensor wash 25 ml –o r 1 tab Quick wash 40°C – 25 ml or 1 tab 3) Light soiling 50°C 25 ml – or 1 tab Energy save 25 ml –o r 1 tab Pots & pans 75°C 10 ml 25 ml or 1 tab Pre-wash –– 2) see "Detergent" 3) In some cases, tabs may not dissolve completely. Programme chart[...]

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    Programme Programme sequence Pre-wash Main wash °C Interim rinse Final rinse °C Drying 12 Sensor wash 55-65 °C Variable programme sequence, sensor controlled adjustment according to the amount of crockery and level of food deposits If required 55-65 If required 65 X Quick wash 40 °C 40 X 45 X Light soiling 50 °C 50 X 65 X Energy save 45 X 60 X[...]

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    Consumption 1) Duration 1) Energy Water Cold water connection (15 °C) kWh Hot water connection (55 °C) kWh Litres Cold water connection (15 °C) h:min Hot water connection (55 °C) h:min 1.30-1.60 0.75-1.00 13-22 1:45-2:30 1:35-2:16 0.70 0.22 13 0:38 0:30 1.25 0.90 13 1:32 1:20 1.05 0.70 13 2:54 2:44 1.70 1.20 17 2:39 2:29 0.02 0.02 5 0:12 0:12 1[...]

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    To make the most of your dishwasher Optional accessories for particular purposes are available from your Miele dealer, the Spare Parts Department or online at www.miele-shop.com (some may be supplied as standard, depending on model). If you would like to … you will need to order … … wash long-stemmed glassware … a glassware insert for the u[...]

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    Electrical connection U.K. , All electrical work must be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person, in accordance with current local and national safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK). Ensure power is not supplied to the appliance until after installation work has been carried out. The appliance is supplied with a mains cable with m[...]

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    The Miele waterproof anti-leak system Providing your dishwasher has been installed correctly, the Miele waterproof anti-leak system will protect you from water damage throughout its lifetime. Connection to the water supply , Water in the dishwasher must not be used as drinking water. – The dishwasher may be connected to a cold or hot water supply[...]

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    Drainage – The appliance drainage system is fitted with a non-return valve, which prevents dirty water from flowing back into the dishwasher via the drain hose. – The dishwasher is supplied with approx. 1.5 m of flexible drain hose with an internal diameter of 22 mm. – The drain hose can be extended using a connection piece to attach a furthe[...]

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    Dishwasher model G 1XXX G 2XXX Height 80.5 cm (adjustable + 6.5 cm) 84.5 cm (adjustable + 6.5 cm) Height of building-in recess Min. 80.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm) Min. 84.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm) Width 59.8 cm 59.8 cm Width of building-in recess 60 cm 60 cm Depth 57 cm 57 cm Weight Max. 55 kg Max. 61 kg Voltage 230 V 230 V Connected load 2200 W 2200 W Fuse rating 10 A [...]

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    Alteration rights reserved/ G1173/G2173/ 0509 M.-Nr. 07 502 110 / 00[...]