Miele T 7644 C manual

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    Operating Instructions for condenser tumble dryer T 7644 C To avoid the risk of personal injury or damage to the appliance, it is essential that you read these operating instructions before installation and use. This maschine is not approved for use in the United States. M.-Nr. 07 323 260 e n-C A[...]

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    Disposal of packing material The packing materials protect the dryer from damage during transport. They have been selected for environmental compatibility and efficient disposal and can therefore be recycled. To prevent suffocation, ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children. Disposing[...]

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    Caring for the environment ..........................................2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................5 Description .......................................................8 Operating the dryer .................................................8 Function of Miele condenser dryer .....................................8 O[...]

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    Trouble shooting .................................................2 9 What to do, i f...? .................................................2 9 Test and fault messages. ............................................2 9 Other problems ...................................................3 1 Replacing the light bulb .......................................[...]

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    , This machine T 7644 C meets all CSA requirements. This machine is not approved for use in the United States. , WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: ~ It is essential to read all instructions before using the appliance. ~ The dryer i[...]

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    – items that have been previously cleaned, washed, soaked or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances. They may give off vapors that could ignite or explode. – items treated with flammable cleaning agents or items containing acetone, alcohol, petrol, stain remover, wax or chemicals from buffing, et[...]

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    ~ The dryer should not be operated without its condenser unit. ~ Lint screens and door lint filter must be dried after wet cleaning. Wet screens may cause faulty dryer operation! ~ Do not place the dryer in a room where there is a risk of frost occurring. Temperatures around the freezing point affect dryer performance. Condensed water freezing in t[...]

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    Operating the dryer Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Miele condenser (heat-exchanger) dryer! Function of Miele condenser dryer The condenser dryer evaporates water from damp clothes. The water vapor is then condensed and collected in a special container. Operation of Miele condenser dryer The condenser dryer circulates air (trapped with wet la[...]

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    5. Laundry care – anti-crease action and roll-up prevention: To limit wrinkling the dryer performs the following actions: 5.1. Tumble drying with drum reversal (prevents roll-ups of laundry, creasing and uneven drying), 5.2. Constantly measures the temperature of air coming into and leaving the drum, 5.3. Cycles two heater sections for 0, half an[...]

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    Control panel a Display b Delay button This button has a dual function: - Selecting the duration of the Timed cold and Timed warm programs. - Pre-selection of start time. c Buzzer button The end of the program is signaled audibly. d Fault indicator / Optical interface Description: See "Problem solving / Customer service" section. e Start/[...]

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    Display The following functions are selected from the display: – Delay – Selecting duration of timed programs. – Programmable functions. The display also shows: – Program duration. – Program stage: Drying Cooling down End . – Test and fault messages. Program duration/ Estimated time remaining When a program is selected, the estimated ti[...]

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    Care symbols Drying q Normal/higher temperature r reduced temperature: select Gentle (for delicate fabrics) s Not suitable for dryer Ironing and rotary ironing I very hot H hot G not very hot J Do not iron/rotary iron Drying tips – Always check the weight recommendation for maximum loads as listed in the "Program Overview" section. Over[...]

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    – Wrinkling increases with larger loads. This especially occurs with very fine fabrics as used in shirts and blouses. To limit wrinkling the dryer performs the following actions: 1. Tumble drying with drum reversal (prevents roll-ups of laundry, creasing and uneven drying), 2. Constantly measures the temperature of air coming into and leaving the[...]

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    Brief instructions The operating steps identified with numbers( A , B , C , ...) may be used as short-cut instructions. A Preparing the laundry Loosen the washed garments and sort them by: . . . . . desired drying level, . . . type of fabric and finish, . . . size, . . . same residual moisture content after spinning. This will produce very even dry[...]

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    D Select program ^ Select the desired program. The indicator light for the program selected lights up. Other indicator lights for drying levels or extras may be lit, and drying times displayed. Dryness level selection in programs: – Normal, Wrinkle-free, Express, Dress shirts, denim/jeans ^ Press the button repeatedly until the desired indicator [...]

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    F Starting the program The Start/Stop button flashes during program selection. This means that a program can be started. ^ Press the Start/Stop button. The Start/Stop button lights. Drying appears in the display and the time remaining is counted down. Before the end of a program After the drying phase finished a cooldown phase follows. The followin[...]

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    Gentle Delicate fabrics (with the r symbol on the care label, such as acrylics) must be dried at lower temperatures for longer durations. On some programs Gentle is permanently set and cannot be deselected. Buzzer At the end of the program a buzzer sounds at intervals, for a maximum of 1 hour. A continuous warning tone for fault messages sounds whe[...]

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    Normal Extra dry, Normal Fabrics Single- and multi-layered cotton such as: hand towels, T-shirts, baby clothes. Note – Select Extra dry for multi-layered and extra thick fabrics. – Do not use Extra dry to dry jersey fabrics like T-shirts and baby clothes - they may shrink. Gentle To be selected for delicate fabrics with the care symbol r . Hand[...]

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    Woolens Fabrics Woolens. Note – Remove items immediately after the end of the program while still slightly damp. Allow items to air dry. Gentle Unavailable. Smoothing Fabrics – Cotton or linen fabrics. – Synthetics, cotton or blends. For example: cotton trousers, jackets, shirts. Note – Program to reduce creases formed during spin cycle in [...]

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    Timed cold Fabrics – Any fabric needing airing. Timed warm Fabrics – Additional drying of multi-layered garments which dry unevenly owing to their design: e.g., jackets, pillows and voluminous fabrics. – Drying individual laundry items: e.g. bath towels, bathing suits, dish cloths. Note To start with, do not select the longest time. Determine[...]

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    Switching over from a running program As a protection against unintentional changes, program selection is no longer possible. To be able to choose a new program, you must cancel the current program. - Canceling and selecting a new program ^ Press the Start/Stop button. The load will be cooled down for a few minutes, until a specific drying time and[...]

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    The lock function protects your dryer against unauthorized use. You can activate this function whenever you wish. It locks the dryer's electronics. It can be turned on, but no program can be started. – In such a case, the Gentle indicator light flashes and a key symbol 0-§ appears in the display. The door may be opened at any time, as it is[...]

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    Emptying the condensed water container Water separated from laundry by drying is collected in the condensed water container. Empty the container after every drying program. The Container indicator light comes on when the maximum water level in the container has been reached. It will go out when the door has been opened and closed again. , Close the[...]

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    Cleaning the lint filtration components The lint filter in the door casing and lint screens in the port-hole capture lint generated by the drying process. Clean them after every drying*. Cleaning without water Tip: You can dispose of the lint without touching it by using a vacuum cleaner. ^ Pull the door lint filter (1) out of the door casing. ^ Ru[...]

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    Cleaning with water The lint screens and door lint filter should be given a wet cleaning only when severely blocked or plugged. ^ Open the door and extract the door lint filter from the door casing. Remove both lint screens from the port-hole: ^ Turn the left and right lint screen knobs a (until you hear them click). ^ Grasping the knobs, pull the [...]

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    Cleaning the condenser (heat exchanger) unit Detergent residue, hair and fine lint from the laundry can get through the lint screen and plug the condenser. Dust from the room taken in with the cooling air can also cause blockages. Check the condenser at least twice a year and also if the Filter/Vent indicator light comes on. For frequent use, no la[...]

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    ^ Pull the condenser by its handle out of its housing. Checking the condenser unit ^ Hold the condenser up to the light in two directions: ^ Look to see whether there is lint inside it. The arrows in the illustration above indicate where to look. If no lint is visible: ^ Replace the condenser unit (see the next page). If lint is visible: ^ Clean th[...]

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    ^ Rinse the unit from the front with a stream of water. ^ Check the condenser unit once more for visible fouling (see "Checking the Condenser Unit"). Rinse as often as necessary. ^ Ensure that the condenser unit rubber seals are clean. Seals should not be removed and must be free of kinks. Checking and cleaning the condenser unit housing [...]

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    What to do, i f...? You can remedy most problems yourself. In many cases you can save time and expense, since you will not have to call in customer service. The following tips should help you locate and remedy the cause of a problem. However, please note the following: , Repairs to electrical appliances should only be carried out by qualified profe[...]

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    Problem Cause Solution Filter/Vent indicator light goes on. The indicator light shows that the dryer is not operating at its most efficient or economical. Possible causes: Blockage by lint or detergent residues. – As a rule, it is sufficient to clean the lint screens and door filter. Should that not be sufficient, then check all possible causes l[...]

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    Other problems Problem Cause Solution The drying process goes on too long or even switches off. Even after the lint screen is cleaned, the Filter/Vent indicator come on. Please check all possible causes and switch the dryer off and then on again. Insufficient ventilation, perhaps because the installation space is too small. As a result, room temper[...]

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    Problem Cause Solution Water runs from the dryer after the condenser has been cleaned: – The condenser inner cover and/or the condenser have not been properly inserted and latched. – Lint is sticking in the condenser housing recess. – Verify that the internal cover and the condenser are correctly and solidly seated. – Check their rubber sea[...]

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    Problem Cause Solution The Dress shirts, Denim/Jeans, and Timed cold programs will not start and the indicator lights for these programs do not come on. The cause is not imme - diately obvious. – Switch the dryer off and then on again. – Select one of the programs. – If the program will still not start, there is a fault. Contact Miele custome[...]

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    Replacing the light bulb Disconnect the dryer from the electrical supply. ^ Open the door. The hinged cover for the lighting is over the port-hole. ^ Gently insert an ordinary tool* under the side of the cover. * such as a wide slot-type screwdriver ^ Open the cover by pressing lightly while rotating your wrist. The cover opens downwards. The heat-[...]

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    Repairs For faults you cannot correct yourself, please contact: – the Miele Factory Repair Service. The telephone number for the Factory Repair Service is listed at the back of these operating instructions. When contacting the Miele Service Department, you will need to quote the model and serial number of your appliance. These can be found on the[...]

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    Front view a Power cord b Control panel c Condensed water container d Door e Condenser service access f Four height-adjustable screw feet g Air inlet and outlet vents for cooling condenser unit h Condensed water drain hose (see section "Draining condensed water externally") Installation and connection 36[...]

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    Rear view a Handgrips under the cover overhang for moving the appliance (arrows) b Air inlet vent for cooling condenser unit c Power cord d Condensed water drainage hose e Accessories for connection to a sink drain outlet Installation site This dryer can be accommodated under a worktop if there is sufficient height. , Do not install the dryer in a [...]

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    Leveling the dryer To ensure trouble-free operation, the dryer must be level. ^ Compensate for floor irregularities by turning the threaded feet in or out. , Do not block the gap between the bottom of the tumble dryer and the floor with plinth facings, deep pile carpet etc. This would hinder a sufficient flow of air to the dryer. , The air inlet/ou[...]

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    Ventilating the installation area Function of Miele condenser dryer: The condenser dryer separates the mixture of water and laundry (the wet load) into water and dry laundry itself. The water is heated / evaporated, then condensed and collected into condensed water container. The remaining dry laundry remains in the drum. Operation of Miele condens[...]

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    Draining condensed water externally General When drying is in progress, the condensed water is pumped into the condensed water container through the drain hose at the back of the dryer. You can also drain it off externally through the drain hose - you will no longer need to empty the condensed water container. Hose length ................ 1.50 m Ma[...]

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    Hooking up the drain hose (in sink or floor drain) ^ See front view illustration. , If you decide to hook the hose up to a sink, secure it against being detached, by clamping it, for example. Otherwise overflowing water can cause damage. ^ Use the bow-shaped holder to prevent the drain hose from becoming kinked. Special installation conditions requ[...]

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    1 Adapter 2 Sink coupling nut 3 Hose clip 4 End of hose 5 Non-return valve 6 Dryer drain hose ^ Fit the adapter to the sink drain outlet 1 with the sink coupling nut 2 . Usually the sink coupling nut has a flat washer, which you must remove. ^ Fit the end of the hose 4 to the adapter 1 . ^ Using a screwdriver, tighten the hose clip 3 directly behin[...]

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    Electrical connections GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be [...]

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    Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 634 mm Depth with door open 1074 mm Can be pushed under a worktop – Height – Width Yes 850 mm 600 mm Suitable for stacking Yes Weight 52 kg Drum Volume 111 liters Volume of condensed water container approx. 3.5 liters Hose length 1.50 m Maximum delivery head 1.50 m Maximum delivery length 4.00 m Length of power [...]

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    Programmable functions for changing standard values As needed, you can use programmable functions to adapt the dryer electronics to changing requirements. You can alter programmable functions at any time. 45[...]

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    Extending the range of drying levels You can extend the range of the drying levels for many of the programs: Rotary iron+ (dryer than Rotary Iron). Hand iron+ (dryer than Hand iron). Normal + (dryer than Normal). Additionally, the Extra dry level can be selected for the Mixed and Denim Jeans programs. This programmable function is also effective in[...]

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    Adjusting buzzer volume The buzzer has two volumes. For programming and saving in memory, follow steps A to E . This function is programmed using the buttons. Precondition: – The dryer is switched off. – The door is closed. A Press Start/Stop and keep it pressed it during steps B - C . B Press the I-On/0-Off button in. Wait until the Start/Stop[...]

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    Set memory function The electronics memorizes any selected program with extra options. The duration of a Smoothing program will also be stored in memory. These settings will be used for the next drying. They can be accepted, or changed by using the buttons. For programming and saving in memory, follow steps A to E . The programmable function is pro[...]

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    Extending cooldown time You can individually lengthen the cooldown phase the occurs before the end of a program. Fabrics will be more completely cooled down. Cooldown time – can be extended by two stages. – it does not function for Smoothing programme. For programming and saving in memory, follow steps A to E . The programmable function is prog[...]

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    Change function of Filter/Vent indication Lint should be removed after drying. At the same time, the Filter/Vent indicator light reminds you to do so as soon as a certain degree of lint has accumulated. You can yourself decide which degree of lint accumulation will trigger that reminder. Determine by trial and error which of the four options respon[...]

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    Adjust keypad tone An audible tone sounds every time a button is pressed. For programming and saving in memory, follow steps A to E . The programmable function is programmed using the buttons. Precondition: – The dryer is switched off. – The door is closed. A Press Start/Stop and keep it pressed it during steps B - C . B Press the I-On/0-Off bu[...]

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    Changing water conductivity setting , This programmable function should be adjusted only when residual water content is erroneously determined owing to the extreme softness of the water. Important condition The water in which fabrics are washed may be extremely soft with a conductivity value less than 150 μS/cm. Drinking water conductivity can be [...]

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