Miele T 7734 manual

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    Operating instructions for vented tumble dryer T 7734 To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 07 639 670 e n-G B[...]

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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! Rather than just throw[...]

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    Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Operating the tumble dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Control panel ...[...]

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    Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Front view ........................................................3 1 Rear view ........................................................3 2 Installation site ....................................................3 2 Transporting the machine[...]

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    ~ It is essential to read these instructions. This tumble dryer 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 tumble dryer, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important in[...]

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    Technical safety ~ Before setting up the tumble dryer, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install or use a damaged tumble dryer. ~ Before connecting the tumble dryer, ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and connected load) match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. ~ [...]

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    Correct use ~ To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried in this tumble dryer: – items which have not been washed. – items, such as workwear, which have not been thoroughly cleaned and which are still soiled with grease, oil or other deposits (such as cosmetics, lotions etc). If items have not been thoroughly cleaned [...]

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    ~ The dryer must not be used without the fluff filter in place or if the fluff filter is damaged in any way. ~ The fluff filter must be cleaned regularly. ~ The tumble dryer must not be used without vent ducting in place. ~ The tumble dryer must not be connected to a chimney or vent flue which is in use. ~ Do not install the tumble dryer in a room [...]

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    ~ Do not let anyone sit or lean on the door, as this can cause the tumble dryer to tip up. ~ Always close the door after use. This way you will avoid the danger of: – children climbing onto or into the dryer or hiding things in it. – pets or other small animals climbing into it. ~ The tumble dryer must not be hosed down. Accessories ~ Only use [...]

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    Control panel a Display See next page for details b Delay start button This button is used for: - Selecting the duration of the Warm air and Cool air programmes - Delaying the start of a programme c Buzzer button An audible tone sounds at the end of the programme. d Check lights These indicator lights have various functions. See "Cleaning and [...]

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    Display The following are selected via the display: – Delay start – Duration of the Cool air and Warm air programmes – Programmable functions The display also shows: – Programme duration – Programme stage Drying Cooling down Finish – Check and fault messages Programme duration / Estimated time remaining When a programme is selected, the[...]

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    Care symbols Before drying check the drying symbol on the care label. If there are no symbols, dry at your own risk! q .........D r ya t normal temperature r ............D r ya tl o w temperature s ...............D on o t tumble dry Tips on drying – Always observe the maximum recommended loads given in the "Programme chart". Never overl[...]

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    Brief instructions The headings numbered ( A , B , C ...) show the operating sequence and can be used as a brief guide to using your dryer. A Sort the laundry To ensure an even drying result separate the washed laundry and sort it according to: . . . the drying level required . . . the type of fibre or weave . . . size . . . the moisture content af[...]

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    D Select a programme ^ Select the programme you want. The indicator light for the programme selected will light up. A drying level or additional option(s) indicator light may also light up, or a time may appear in the display (Memory function). Programmes with drying levels: Cottons, Minimum iron, Delicates, Automatic, Shirts and Denim ^ Press the [...]

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    F Start the programme The Start/Stop button will flash when a programme is being selected. The flashing indicates that a programme can be started. ^ Press the Start/Stop button. The Start/Stop button will now light up constantly. Drying will appear in the display and the time remaining will start counting down. Before the end of a programme There i[...]

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    Low temperature For all delicate or minimum iron fabrics with the r symbol on the care label (e.g. acrylic garments). – The programme duration is longer. – On some programmes Low temperature is a standard part of the programme and so cannot be deselected. Buzzer A buzzer sounds (at intervals for a maximum of 1 hr) to let you know the programme [...]

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    Cottons Max. load 6 kg* Extra dry, Normal** Fabric type Single and multi-layered cotton fabrics such as towelling, jerseywear, T-shirts, underwear. Notes – Select Extra dry for multi-layered and very thick fabrics. – Do not use Extra dry for loopknit fabrics (e.g. T-shirts, underwear), as they have a tendency to shrink. Low temperature Select t[...]

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    Woollens handcare Max. load: 2 kg* Fabric type Woollen fabrics Notes – This programme only fluffs up woollen garments. They are not dried completely by this programme. – Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and leave to finish drying at room temperature. Low temperature Low temperature cannot be deselected. Smoothing Max. load:[...]

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    Cool air Max. load: 6 kg* Fabric type – Any item which only needs airing. Warm air Max. load: 6 kg* Fabric type – Multi-layered fabrics whose layers have different drying characteristics, e.g. jackets, pillows. – For drying individual items, e.g. bath towels, bathing costumes, tea-towels and small loads. Note Do not select the longest drying [...]

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    Once a programme has started - changing the programme You cannot change to another programme once a programme has started (this prevents unintentional alterations). You will need to cancel the current programme before you can select a new one. - cancelling the programme and then selecting a different programme ^ Press the Start/Stop button. The ite[...]

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    The system lock prevents the dryer being used without your knowledge. It can be activated if wished. The dryer's electronics are then locked. The dryer can still be switched on but a programme cannot be started. – If an attempt is made to start a programme, the indicator light for the Low temperature button will come on and a key symbol 0-§[...]

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    Cleaning the fluff filter The fluff which is created by the drying process is collected in the fluff filter in the door. Clean the filter after each drying cycle*. * Always check the fluff filter if the Clean out airways indicator light comes on. Cleaning whilst dry Tip: You can also use a vacuum cleaner to remove the fluff. ^ Open the door and pul[...]

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    Cleaning the grilles in the door opening Clean the grilles in the door opening and also the area underneath them from time to time. ^ Turn dial a on each grille until you hear it click. ^ Take hold of the dial, and pull the grille out of the door opening as shown b . Do the same on the other side. ^ Clean the grilles under hot running water, and dr[...]

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    With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the tumble dryer, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. , Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in strict accordance with current local and nationa[...]

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    Problem Possible cause Remedy The Clean out airways indicator light comes on. This indicator light comes on to warn you that the dryer is not working efficiently. Possible cause: the fluff filter is clogged with fluff or with detergent residues. – Cleaning the fluff filter is usually all that is required. However, if the Clean out airways indicat[...]

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    Other problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The drying process goes on too long or even switches off. In some circumstances, the Clean out airways indicator light still comes on, even though the filter is clean. Please check all the possible causes and switch the dryer off and then back on again. Ventilation to the dryer is insufficient (e.g. beca[...]

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    Problem Possible cause Remedy Items made of synthetic fibres are charged with static electricity after drying. Synthetic fibres tend to attract static charge. Static charge can be reduced by adding a fabric conditioner to the final rinse in the washing programme or a fabric conditioner sheet to the load when drying. There is a build-up of fluff. Fl[...]

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    Problem Possible cause Remedy Sometimes a programme cannot be started and the corresponding programme indicator light does not light up. No obvious cause. – Switch the dryer off and back on again. – Select one of the programmes. – If it still will not start, there is a fault. Contact the Miele Service Department. – Not all the programmes ar[...]

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    Changing the lamp Disconnect the tumble dryer from the mains electricity supply. ^ Open the door. You will find the interior lamp cover at the top of the drum aperture. ^ Insert a suitable tool, such as a wide bladed screwdriver, under the side edge of the lamp cover as illustrated. ^ Apply a little pressure and whilst doing so turn your wrist in t[...]

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    Repairs In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, or if the machine is under guarantee, please contact – Your Miele dealer, or – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for contact details). When contacting the your Dealer or the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your machine, both of which [...]

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    Front view a Venting connection: rear, right or left (supplied with the rear socket open) b Mains connection cable c Control panel d Door e Four height adjustable screw feet Installation and connection 31[...]

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    Rear view a Protruding lid for holding when moving the machine (see arrows) b Mains connection cable c Venting connection at the rear Installation site , The machine lid must not be removed. The dryer can be pushed under a worktop with its lid in place, providing the worktop is high enough. , Make sure the dryer door can be opened without hindrance[...]

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    Levelling the machine The machine must be perfectly level to ensure safe and proper operation. ^ The screw feet can be adjusted to compensate for any unevenness in the floor. , A ventilation gap of 10 mm must be maintained between the base of the machine and the floor. It must not be blocked by deep pile carpets, plinths, etc as this would prevent [...]

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    Electrical connection U.K. All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person, in strict accordance with current national and local 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[...]

  • Page 35

    General Important Before operating the tumble dryer, a suitable ducting system must be installed to carry the moist air from the dryer to the outside. This can be: . . . flexible ducting hose, or plastic piping connected to the dryer, or . . . the dryer may be connected directly to the wall vent. – Before installing the ducting system, ensure tha[...]

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    Calculating the effective duct length : Friction against the inner walls of the ducting will slow down the expelled air as it passes through. An elbow, bend, non-return flap or wall vent creates more friction than a straight duct. The friction created by each of these is expressed as an additional duct length factor . The additional length factors [...]

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    Calculation example A Wall pipe, with louvred vent = 1 x 3.8 m Additional duct length = 3.8 m B/D 2 Elbows, 90° = 2 x 0.8 m Additional duct length = 1.6 m C 0.5 m plastic piping =0 . 5x1m Additional duct length = 0.5 m E Side connection, left = 1 m Additional duct length = 1.0 m Effective duct length = 6.9 m Result: A duct diameter of 100 mm is ad[...]

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    Venting systems The various venting systems which are possible are described on the following pages. a Flexible ducting hose b Plastic piping c Connecting directly to a wall vent a Flexible ducting hose This is a simple, cost effective way of directing the moist air outside. The adapter supplied is fitted into the vent opening on the dryer and the [...]

  • Page 39

    Installation examples Window vent 1. Window vent kit (fitted in a "plexiglass" pane) (separate fitting instructions are supplied with the Miele window vent kit) 2. Adapter for flexible hose Connection to an exhaust flue 1. Pipe with connection piece (= supplied with the Miele wall vent kit) 2. Adapter for flexible hose 3. Exhaust flue ins[...]

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    b Plastic piping Plastic piping is a good option where the vented air has to be ducted for some distance. The smooth walls of the pipe create less friction for the vented air than the walls of a flexible vent hose, for example. Time and energy consumption are better with plastic piping. The following items are required: – An adapter* ( C 100 mm).[...]

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    c Connect directly to a wall vent The best method of venting the dryer is to connect it directly to the outside wall of a room. Time and energy consumption are better with plastic piping. This involves boring through an outside wall. A wall pipe* and a flexible foam gasket* must be used (* Miele optional accessories). A Before drilling into the wal[...]

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    Washer-dryer stack Stacking kit* without pull-out shelf: A = 94.2 cm B = 170 cm Stacking kit* with pull-out shelf: A=9 6c m B = 172 cm * Miele accessory available to order Installation - venting 42[...]

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    Programme Load Final spin speed in a domestic washing machine Energy Duration kg* rpm kWh Minutes Cottons Normal 6.0 1000 (60 % residual moisture)** 1200 1400 1600 1800 3.20 2.90 2.75 2,45 2.40 79 72 68 62 60 Cottons Hand iron 6.0 1000 (60 % residual moisture)** 1200 1400 1600 1800 2.45 2.15 2.00 1,70 1.65 59 52 49 42 41 Minimum iron Normal 3.0 120[...]

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    Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 634 mm Depth with door open 1074 mm Suitable for pushing under a worktop Yes Suitable for stacking Yes Weight 46 kg Drum volume 111 litres Maximum capacity 6 kg dry weight Length of connection cable 2 m Voltage see data plate Connected load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate / plug Lamp wattage see data plate[...]

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    Programmable functions for changing default settings The programmable functions are used to alter the tumble dryer´s electronics to suit changing requirements. Programmable functions can be altered at any time. 45[...]

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    Altering the residual moisture level in the Cottons programme The tumble dryer is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as possible. However, if you require the laundry to be drier or damper, you can reduce or increase the default residual moisture in the Cottons programme. Follow the steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme and store in me[...]

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    Altering the residual moisture level in the Minimum iron programme The tumble dryer is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as possible. However, if you require the laundry to be drier or damper, you can reduce or increase the default residual moisture in the Minimum iron programme. Follow the steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme and s[...]

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    Anti-crease Anti-crease helps prevent creasing, if laundry is not normally removed immediately after the end of a programme. The anti-crease function – is activated when the tumble dryer is delivered. You can shorten the duration of the anti-crease phase or deactivate it if wished. – is used in all programmes except Woollens handcare . – shou[...]

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    Altering the volume of the buzzer The buzzer has two volumes. Follow the steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme and store in memory. Before you begin, ensure that: – The tumble dryer is switched off. – The door is closed. A Press the Start/Stop button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B - C . B Switch the dryer on. Wait until the St[...]

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    Altering the standard drying level in the Automatic programme The tumble dryer is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as possible. However, if you require the laundry to be drier or damper, you can reduce or increase the default residual moisture in the Automatic programme. Follow the steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme and store in [...]

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    Extending the cooling down time The cooling down phase which takes place before the end of a programme can be extended by 5 or 10 minutes, if required. This makes the garments easier to handle. The cooling down time can only be extended for programmes with drying levels. Follow the steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme and store in memory. Before you[...]

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    Standby To save energy, the display and the programme sequence/check lights go out after 10 minutes and the Start/Stop button starts flashing slowly. To come out of standby mode ^ Turn the programme selector or press a button. Neither will have any effect if a programme is running. Factory default The standby function is activated and the display a[...]

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    Before you begin, ensure that: – The tumble dryer is switched off. – The door is closed. A Press the Start/Stop button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B - C . B Switch the dryer on. Wait until the Start/Stop button lights up constantly ... C . . . and then release the Start/Stop button. D Press the Low temperature button six ti[...]

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    Memory function The electronics will memorise any extra options selected for a programme. The duration selected for the Warm air or Cool air timed drying programmes will also be stored in memory. These settings will be selected automatically the next time the programme is chosen. You can either accept these or change them by pressing the appropriat[...]

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    Clean out airways indicator Fluff should be removed after drying. The Clean out airways indicator will remind you to clean the filters when a certain amount of fluff has collected in the filters. You can decide at what level of fluff this reminder should be given. You will have an idea of how often this should be done after a few drying programmes.[...]

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    Keypad tone An audible tone sounds each time a button is pressed. Follow the steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme and store in memory. Before you begin, ensure that: – The tumble dryer is switched off. – The door is closed. A Press the Start/Stop button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B - C . B Switch the dryer on. Wait until th[...]

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    Adjusting the dryer's electronics for very soft water , In some areas of the UK, water is extremely soft which can affect the sensitivity of the control electronics. If the dryer is installed in an area of very soft water, you should contact your local water supplier for information and advice regarding water hardness and water conductivity. I[...]

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    Extending the range of the drying levels You can extend the range of the drying levels for many of the programmes: Machine iron+ (drier than Machine iron). Slightly dry (drier than Hand iron). Normal+ (drier than Normal). This programmable function is only available for programmes with drying levels. Follow the steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme a[...]

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