Miele G 2470 manual

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    Operating Instructions Optima Ser ies G 1470 G 2470 T o prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use. UV M.-Nr . 06 696 060[...]

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    IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Caring for the en vironment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Before using f or the f[...]

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    Additional options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Detergent settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Delay start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    W ARNING – When using your dishwasher , f ollow basic precautions, including the follo wing: Read all instructions before installation or use of the dishwasher to prevent injury and machine damage. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage or injury caused by improper use of this appliance. Use the dishwasher only for its intended pu[...]

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    Installation The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation instructions. Installation and repair work should be perfor med by a Miele authorized service technician. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty . Do not install or use a damaged dishwasher . A damaged appliance is dange[...]

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    Use T o reduce the risk of injury , do not allow children to play in, on or near the dishwasher . Only use the dishwasher if all panels are pr operly in place. Do not tamper with the controls. Do not damage, sit or stand on the door or baskets of the dishwasher . Close the door when not in use. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced[...]

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    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 Optical interface j Rinse aid reservoir k Dual compartment detergent dispenser l Salt container Guide to the dishwasher 7[...]

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    Control panel a Time display b Delay Start button d with indicator c Detergent button d Check / Refill indicators e Glasscare indicator f Program selection g Program button h On button g / Indicator i Off button o j Optical Interface Guide to the dishwasher 8[...]

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    Energy sa ving washing This dishwasher is exceptionally economical in the use of water and electricity . For best results follow these tips: ^ 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 dishw[...]

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    T o open the door ^ Pull the handle to open the door . If the door is opened during operation, the dishwasher will stop running. Once the door is closed the program will continue. T o close the door ^ Push the baskets in. ^ Lift the door and push until it clicks into position. Bef ore using f or the fir st time 10[...]

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    W ater softener Every dishwasher is tested before leaving the factory . Any water remaining in the machine is fr om the final factory test and does not indicate that the machine has been used. T o achieve good cleaning results, the dishwasher needs soft water . Hard water results in calcium deposits on dishware and in the dishwasher . If your tap w[...]

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    Filling the salt container , Inadvertently filling the salt container with dishwashing detergent will damage the water softener . , Only use water softener salt specially formulated for dishwashers. Other salts may contain insoluble additives which can impair the water softener . ^ Remove the lower basket and unscrew the salt container lid. When op[...]

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    Salt indicator ^ When the "Salt" indicator comes on, refill the salt after the pr ogram is finished. After the container has been filled, the water softener is automatically reactivated the next time the dishwasher is started. The "Salt" indicator will be lit during this process. Bef ore using f or the fir st time 13[...]

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    Rinse aid Rinse aid helps to prevent spotting on dishes and glassware. The rinse aid is filled in the reservoir and the set amount will be automatically dosed. , Filling the rinse aid reservoir with detergent will damage the reservoir . Only pour rinse aid formulated for residential dishwashers into the reservoir . When using "2 in 1" det[...]

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    Rinse aid indicator When the rinse aid indicator first comes on, there will be enough rinse aid left for 2 - 3 washes. ^ The rinse aid indicator on the control panel will light when the rinse aid reservoir needs r efilling. If the "2 in 1" function is selected, the rinse aid indicator will not light, see "Additional functions - Deter[...]

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    , Do not wash items soiled with ash, sand, wax, grease or paint in the dishwasher . Ash and sand do not dissolve and will be distributed throughout the inside of the dishwasher . W ax, grease and paint will cause permanent discoloration and damage to the dishwasher . ^ Scrape food from dishes befor e placing them in the dishwasher , rinsing is not [...]

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    Items not recommended for dishwashing – Cutlery with wooden handles – Wooden cutting boar ds – Glued items such as old knives with handles glued together around the shank of the blade – Handmade craft items, antique, metal trimmed or decorative glassware – Plastic items that are not heat resistant – Copper , brass, tin or aluminum – D[...]

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    Cutlery tray (depending on model) ^ Arrange the cutlery as shown in the cutlery tray . For easier unloading cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, one for spoons, etc. Place knives with the cutting edge down and forks with the prongs between the holders. Spoons should be placed in the opposite direction with the handles [...]

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    Cutlery basket (depending on model) ^ For best cleaning results, cutlery should be placed in the basket with the handles down. Knives and forks should be loaded with the pointed end down to prevent injuries. ^ Place small spoons in the individual slots to either side of the cutlery basket. Spoon inserts for the cutlery basket The supplied insert is[...]

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    Upper basket , Always use the dishwasher with the upper and lower basket inserted. ^ Load the upper basket with small, lightweight, or delicate items such as cups, saucers, glasses, dessert bowls and flat pans. ^ Long items such as soup ladles, mixing spoons and long knives should be placed lying down across the front of the upper basket. Coffee ba[...]

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    Remov able spike inser t The spike insert can be removed to create mor e space for larger items, e.g. a saucepan. Removing the insert a : ^ T o remove an insert, gently pull up on the handle. Inserting the inser t b : ^ Slide the hitches of the insert under the horizontal struts of the upper basket. ^ Push down on the handle to snap the insert into[...]

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    Adjusting the upper basket The upper basket can be raised or lowered to accommodate tall items. The basket can also be angled to fit tall items in both, the upper and lower baskets. The angles should not be set to opposite extremes. This will block the middle spray arm. T ake care when sliding the basket in and out in this position. ^ Slide out the[...]

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    Lower basket ^ For larger and heavier items such as plates, serving platters, saucepans, bowls, etc. Loading the dishwasher 23[...]

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    PlateGuard Plus with StemGuar d The comfort inser t is designed for cups, glasses, plates, bowls and pots. ^ The insert sits comfor tably in the left side of the lower basket. ^ T o insert tall items, raise the cup rest. ^ Lean or hang stemmed glassware such as wine or champagne glasses in the cut outs of the cup rest. Bottle holder The bottle hold[...]

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    Foldable Spike insert A highly flexible design holds tableware securely . ^ Hook the foldable spike insert into the back right corner of the lower basket. T wo r ows of spikes can be folded down, to create mor e room for larger dishware, e.g. pots, pans and bowls. ^ Press down the yellow lever , a , to fold down the spikes, b . Removing an insert a[...]

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    Additional inserts for the upper and lower baskets may be purchased from your Miele dealer or Miele. Depending on the model some accessories come standard with the machine. Glassware insert GGO T o wash long stemmed glassware, attaches to the upper basket Cappuccinatore insert GCEO T o wash the parts of the Cappuccinatore (milk froth mug supplied w[...]

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    Detergent , Dishwasher detergents contain irritant and corrosive ingr edients. Avoid inhaling or swallowing dishwasher detergent. Keep children away fr om detergent. Fill the detergent dispenser only when you are r eady to star t the dishwasher . , Only use detergents formulated for domestic dishwashers. Use only the recommended amount of detergent[...]

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    Adding deter gent ^ T o open, press the latch on the detergent dispenser . The flap will spring open. The flap is always open at the end of a program. ^ Add detergent to compartment II and close the flap. ^ If a Pre-rinse is desir ed, and available for your chosen program, add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of detergent to compartment I. The horizontal marks in[...]

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    T urning on ^ Open the water supply , if it is closed. ^ Open the door . ^ Make sure the spray arms can rotate freely . ^ T ur n the dishwasher on " g ". The " g " indicator and the indicator of the last set program lights. Selecting and starting a program ^ Choose your program accor ding to the type of load and soiling. See the[...]

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    Program When to use Program sequence Pre- rinse 12 Main wash Interim rinse 12 Final rinse Drying Pots & Pans For normally soiled pots and pans with dried on food , also for heavily soiled dishware, use 120% of normal detergent dose Run-time 125 min xx x x x Normal For normally soiled dishware Run-time 129 min xx x x x x China & Crystal For [...]

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    Time display Before the pr ogram star ts, the time display shows the running time of the selected program in hours and minutes. During the running program the remaining time shown in the time display . The running time for the same program may vary depending on the intake water temperature, load size and soiling. When a program is selected for the [...]

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    Interrupting a program A program is interrupted as soon as the door is opened. If the door is closed, the program will continue fr om where it was interrupted. , Open the door with care. The water in the dishwasher is hot. Danger of scalding. Before closing the door again, leave it ajar for approx. 20 secs. This will enable the temperature in the w[...]

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    Detergent settings T o achieve the best results, set the detergent used to your dishwasher . The "Detergent" button allows you to select the function "2 in 1" or "Gel". The program cycle sequence will be adjusted for the selected detergent. Depending on the program, the program running time may be increased. "2 in[...]

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    Delay start The starting time of a program can be delayed. The start time can be delayed from 30 minutes to 24 hours. With a delay start time between 30 minutes and 9 hours 30 minutes the delay is set in 30 minute steps. For 10 hours or more it is set in one hour steps. When using the "Delay Start" function, make sure that the detergent c[...]

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    Buzzer A signal sounds at the end of a program and when a fault occurs. The buzzer at the end of a program sounds five times in quick succession for up to one hour . The buzzer for a fault sounds in intervals up to two minutes. The buzzer is activated by default. It can be turned off, so it does not sound at the end of a program. The buzzer for a f[...]

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    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 person in accordance with local and national safety r egulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause personal injury or machine damage. T echnical faults Issue P ossible fault Fix The program does no[...]

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    Issue P ossible fault Fix The optical indicator flashes. The buzzer sounds. All program indicator s are flashing fast when the door is open. The time display sho ws FXX. There may be a technical fault. T ur n the dishwasher off " o ". After a few seconds: – T ur n the dishwasher on. – Select the desired pr ogram with the program butto[...]

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    Prob lems water intake/drain Issue P ossible fault Fix The optical indicator flashes. The buzzer sounds. The "Intake/Drain" indicator flashes when the door is open. The water supply is shut off. – Open the water supply . The dishwasher stops. The optical indicator flashes. The buzzer sounds. The "Intake/Drain" indicator flashe[...]

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    General prob lems with the dishwasher Issue P ossible fault Fix Detergent is left in the dispenser at the end of a program. The dispenser was damp when detergent was added. Dry the dispenser before adding detergent. The detergent lid cannot be closed properl y . Detergent residue is blocking the catch. Remove the residue. The door and the interior [...]

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    Sounds Issue P ossible fault Fix There is a knocking noise in the wash cabinet. The spray arm is hitting an item in the basket. Interrupt the program, rearrange items blocking the spray arms. There is a rattling noise in the wash cabinet. Items are not secur e in the wash cabinet. Interrupt the program and rearrange loose pieces. There is a knockin[...]

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    P oor cleaning results Issue P ossible fault Fix The dishes are not clean. The dishes were not loaded correctly . See "Loading the dishwasher". The program was not powerful enough. Select a more intensive program, see "Pr ogram Guide". Not enough detergent was dispensed. Use more detergent, see "Adding detergent". The [...]

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    Issue P ossible fault Fix Dishes are not dry , glasses and cutlery are spotted. The rinse aid setting may be too low , or the rinse aid reservoir is empty . Increase the dosage, r efill the reservoir or switch the rinse aid product when refilling, see "Befor e using for the first time". Dishes were taken out too soon. Leave dishes in long[...]

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    Issue P ossible fault Fix Glasses are discolored and the film cannot be wiped off. Detergent deposits. Use a differ ent detergent. Glasses are dull and discolored, film cannot be wiped off. Glasses are not dishwasher safe. There is no r emedy . Only wash dishwasher safe glasses in the dishwasher . T ea or lipstick stains have not been completely re[...]

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    Repairs In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself please contact the Miele Service Department at the phone number on the back of this booklet. ^ Please quote the model type and number of your appliance. These can be found on the data plate along the right edge of the door . PC Update The Program Corr ection (PC) allows a technician [...]

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    T o 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. – T ranspor t 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 th[...]

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    User Maintenance Instr uctions T o prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use.[...]

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    Check and clean your dishwasher regularly (appr ox. ever y 4-6 months). This will help avoid faults and problems. , Abrasive cleaning agents, glass cleaning agents, all-purpose cleaners, thinner or ammonium cleaners should not be used on the dishwasher . They will damage the surface. W ash cabinet Generally , the wash cabinet is self cleaning if th[...]

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    T riple filter system The triple filter system in the base of the wash cabinet prevents food fr om being redeposited on dishes. It also pr otects the circulation pump fr om damage caused by foreign objects (e.g. br oken glass, bones). , The machine must not be used without all the filters in place! ^ Check and clean the filter system every 4-6 mont[...]

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    T o clean the inside of the filter , the flap must be opened. ^ Push the clips together a and open the flap b . ^ Rinse under running water . ^ Close the flap so that the clip engages. ^ Return the filter so it lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet. ^ Lock the filter by turning the handle clockwise. , The triple filter system must be inserted a[...]

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    Cleaning the spray arms Sometimes particles of food get stuck in the spray arm jets. The spray ar ms should be inspected and cleaned every 4 - 6 months. ^ T ur n off the dishwasher before cleaning. Removing the spra y arms ^ Remove the cutlery tray (if present). ^ Press the top spray arm up to engage the inner ratchet and unscrew the spray arm. ^ L[...]

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    Cleaning the water inlet filter A filter is incorporated into the intake hose attached to the dishwasher’ s shut off valve. If your water is har d or the pipes contain sediment, this filter may clog and prevent enough water fr om entering the wash cabinet. , The plastic housing of the water connection contains electrical wiring. Do not submerge t[...]

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    Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If the dishwasher is not completely drained at the end of a program, the drain pump or non-return valve may be blocked. ^ T ur n off the dishwasher and pull the plug. ^ Remove the triple filter (see "T riple filter system"). ^ Use a jug or bowl to scoop water out of the wash cabinet. ^ Tilt the[...]

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    Installation Instr uctions For installation of the dishwasher please refer to the Installation Sheet supplied with these instructions.[...]

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    Disposal of the packing material The cardboar d box and packaging protect the appliance during shipping. These materials are biodegradable and recyclable. Please r ecycle. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of childr en. Danger of suffocation! Disposal of an old machine Old appliances may c[...]

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    , Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufactur er cannot be held responsible for unauthorized work. Check that the voltage, frequency and fuse rating shown on the data plate match the household mains supply . The power outlet must be accessible after installation. Do not use an extension cord to con[...]

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    Connection to the water supply , Do not drink water from the dishwasher! – The dishwasher can heat its own water to the temperature r equired by the wash program. This allows for connection of the machine to either a hot or cold water source. For lowest energy consumption connect the dishwasher to a cold water source. For fastest possible wash ti[...]

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    Drainage – The machine comes equipped with a built-in non-return valve on the discharge side to prevent waste water from flowing back into the dishwasher . – The dishwasher is equipped with a 5 ft (1.5 m) flexible drain hose with an internal diameter of 7/8" (22 mm). – Drain hose extensions and adapters can be order ed from Miele. The ma[...]

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    Alterations reserved/4906 G 1470 Vi G 2470 Vi M.-Nr . 06 696 060 / 03 e n-U S[...]