Miele W3824WPS manual

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    Operating instructions for Washing machine W 3824 WPS To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 07 171 200 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 our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Operating the washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Control panel ..........[...]

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    Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 The correct detergent ..............................................2 9 Water softener ....................................................3 0 Washing with several components ....................................3 0 Fabric condi[...]

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    Re-fitting the transit bars ............................................4 7 Levelling the machine ..............................................4 8 Screwing out and adjusting the feet .................................4 8 Building under a continuous worktop/in a kitchen run ...................4 9 Washer and Dryer stack ..............................[...]

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    This washing machine 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 washing machine, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its installation, safety, u[...]

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    Technical safety ~ Before setting up the washing machine, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install or use a damaged washing machine. ~ Before connecting the washing machine, 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 electr[...]

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    ~ This washing machine may only be used in mobile installations such as ships if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer. Correct use ~ Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic contr[...]

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    ~ Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine. ~ Never use solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing benzene, in this machine, as this may result in damage to component parts and create toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a fire and explo[...]

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    Control panel a Extra option buttons Various extra options can be added to the washing programmes. b Display See the following page for more information. c Delay start button For delaying the start time of a programme. d Temperature button For selecting a temperature. e Spin speed button For selecting the final spin speed or e (Rinse hold) or No u [...]

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    The following are selected via the display: – wash temperature – spin speed – delay start – cancellation of a programme – safety lock – programmable functions The display also shows: – the programme duration – the programme sequence Programme duration After the start of a programme, the estimated programme duration will appear in th[...]

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    Before using the machine for the first time ensure that it is correctly installed and connected. See "Installation and connection". Also check that the drain filter is securely tightened to prevent the risk of water leaks during use. This washing machine has undergone a thorough functional test in the factory and there will be some residu[...]

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    Energy and water consumption – Water consumption and energy usage are determined by the size of the load. To make the most out of your machine, load the maximum dry load for the programme you are using. – Use the Automatic and Express programmes for small loads. – When smaller amounts of laundry are washed using the Cottons programme, the aut[...]

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    Brief instructions The headings numbered A , B , C ,... show the operating sequence and can be used as brief instructions. A Sort the laundry ^ Empty all pockets. , Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to garments and components in the machine. ^ Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should be cleaned as soon as possibl[...]

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    B Switch on the washing machine C Load the drum ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Unfold the laundry and load loosely in the drum. Mixing both large and small items gives better wash results and also helps distribute the load evenly during spinning. The most efficient use of energy and water is achieved when a full load is washed. Ho[...]

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    F Select an extra option(s) ^ Select any extra options by pressing the appropriate button. The relevant indicator light will come on to show which extra option has been selected. Not all the extra options are suitable for use with every programme. You can only select extra options which are compatible with the basic programme being used. Short For [...]

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    H Add detergent It is important to dispense the correct amount, becaus e... . . . too little detergent results in: – Laundry not getting properly clean and with time it may become grey and hard to the touch. – Greasy particles clinging to the laundry. – Limescale deposits on the heater elements. . . . too much detergent results in: – Excess[...]

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    I Start the programme ^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button. If a delay start time has been selected, then this will count down in the display. At the end of the delay start time or im - mediately after the programme has started (if no delay start time has been selected) the estimated programme duration will appear in the display. During the first[...]

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    Final spin speed Programme rpm Cottons 1600 Minimum iron 1200 Delicates 600 Woollens 1200 Silks 400 Express 1600 Automatic 1200 Shirts 600 Denim 900 Outerwear 800 Dark garments 1200 Spin 1600 You can reduce the final spin speed. However, you cannot select a final spin speed higher than that shown in the chart above. Rinse and interim spin There is [...]

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    Delay start allows you to choose when you want the programme to start. The start of a programme can be delayed from 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24 hours, allowing you to make use of night-time economy electricity rates, for example. Selecting delay start ^ Press the Delay start button. The following will appear in the display: 0:30 , 60° 1600 ^ [...]

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    Cottons 9ö8E76 * 30°C to 95°C Max. load 6.0 kg Fabric Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling, underwear, T-shirts etc. Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash Note for test institutes: Short programme: 3.0 kg load and Short extra option Minimum iron 43218E76 * 30°C to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg Fabric Synthetics, mixed[...]

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    Silks /c * cold to 30°C Max. load 1.0 kg Fabric Silks and other handwashable fabrics with no wool content, e.g. satin, lace and silk. Note Place tights, bras etc. in a washing bag. Extra option Water plus Express 76 * cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg Fabric Small loads of items which require freshening up and which can be washed in a Cottons program[...]

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    Outerwear cold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg Garment Outerwear made from micro-fibres such as Gore-Tex ® , SYMPATEX ® , WINDSTOPPER ® etc. Notes – Zip up jackets before washing. – Do not use fabric conditioner. Extra options Short, Water plus, Pre-wash Dark garments cold to 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg Item Black and dark garments made from cotton or [...]

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    Main wash Rinses Spinning Water level Wash rhythm Water level Rinses Interim spin Final spin Cottons d a ( 2-4 1) LL Minimum iron ( c e 2-3 2) LL Delicates e d e 3 – L Woollens e e e 2 LL Silks e e e 2 – L Express d b d 2-3 2) LL Automatic ( abc e 2-3 2) LL Shirts e c e 2 – L Denim ( c e 3 – L Outerwear e d e 3 L 3) L Dark garments ( b d 3 [...]

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    This machine has fully electronic controls with automatic load recognition. It takes in the right amount of water required for the programme depending on the amount of laundry and its absorbency rate. This means that programme cycles and durations can vary. The programme sequences outlined in the chart are based on the basic programme with a full l[...]

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    Washing The figure quoted in the bucket is the maximum temperature the garment can be washed at. The number of bars under the symbol indicates the level of agitation permitted. 9 No bar under the symbol: = normal agitation 4 One bar under the symbol: = reduced agitation c Two bars under the symbol: = much reduced agitation / Hand wash (if no temper[...]

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    Cancelling a programme You can cancel a programme at any time after it has started. ^ Press the Start/Stop button. Cancel programme ^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button again. The suds will be pumped away. If you want to remove the laundry: ^ Press the Door button. If you want to select a different programme: ^ Switch the machine off with the I-O[...]

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    Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Add or remove items. ^ Close the drum door. The programme will continue automatically. Please note: Once a programme has started the machine cannot recognise any adjustment to the load. For this reason, if laundry is added or removed after the [...]

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    The correct detergent All modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable. Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these are supplied with the detergent. Tablets are suitable for full loads, but note that it may be impractical to reduce tablets for smaller loads. Some tablets do not dissolve as rapidly as others, and may not be s[...]

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    The right amount to dispense will depend on the following: – The quantity of laundry – The soiling level of the laundry Lightly soiled No visible dirt or stains. Possibly slight body odour. Normally soiled Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight stains. Heavily soiled Visible dirt and stains and/or dried on soiling. – The water hardness level.[...]

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    Fabric conditioners and liquid starch Fabric conditioners make garments soft to handle and help prevent static cling when tumble drying. Starch stiffens and gives body to items of laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths and bed linen. Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry at the end of a programme ^ Add the fabric conditi[...]

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    , Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply and withdraw the plug from the socket before cleaning the machine. , The washing machine must not be hosed down. A range of Miele branded cleaning and conditioning agents are available to order from your Miele dealer, the Miele Spare Parts Department, or via the internet on www.miele-shop.c[...]

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    ^ Clean the siphon. 1 . Remove the siphon from compartment § and rinse under warm running water. Clean the siphon tube in the same way. 2 . Replace the siphon. If starching frequently, thoroughly clean the siphon and siphon tube regularly. A build-up of starch will cause them to get clogged. Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing ^ Use a [...]

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    Cleaning the filter in the water inlet The washing machine has a filter to protect the water inlet valve. The accessible filter in the union in the open end of the inlet hose should be checked every six months, or more often if there are frequent interruptions to the external water supply. ^ First turn off the stopcock. ^ Unscrew the threaded union[...]

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    With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the machine, 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 national saf[...]

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    Fault messages in the display Problem Possible cause Remedy A ; lights up in the display and Drain fault flashes. – The water outlet is blocked or restricted. – The drain hose has been fixed too high. – Clean the drain filter and the drain pump. – The maximum delivery head is 1 m. ; lights up in the display and Water inlet fault flashes. ?[...]

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    General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine shakes during the spin cycle. The machine feet are not level. Level the machine (see "Installation"). The laundry has not been spun properly and is still wet. The machine detected an imbalance during the final spin and reduced the spin speed automatically. Include both large and s[...]

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    An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy Liquid detergent does not give the required result. Liquid detergents usually contain no bleaching agents. They do not remove fruit, coffee and tea stains. – Use a general purpose detergent containing a bleaching agent. – Pour stain removers into compartment j of the dispenser drawer a[...]

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    The drum door does not open when you press the Door button Possible cause Remedy The machine is not connected to the electricity supply and/or is not switched on. Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and/or switch the machine on with the I-On/0-Off button. The safety lock has been activated. Deactivate the safety lock as described in "C[...]

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    Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure ^ Switch the washing machine off. There is a lever behind the detergent drawer fascia panel. ^ Remove the lever. ^ Use it to open the access flap. Blocked drain outlet If the drain outlet is blocked, up to 25 litres of water will be retained in the machine. , Caution:[...]

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    Once the flow of water ceases: ^ Remove the drain filter completely. ^ Clean it thoroughly. ^ Remove any foreign objects (e.g. buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff from the filter housing. Turn the impeller by hand to check that it rotates freely. Any foreign object causing an obstruction should be removed. ^ Put the drain filter back in place and secur[...]

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    In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact: – your Miele Dealer or – the Miele Customer Contact Centre (see back cover for contact details). When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your machine, both of which are shown on the data plate visible above the porthole glass w[...]

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    Front view a Inlet hose with "Waterproof" system b Electricity supply cable c - f Flexible drain hose (with detachable swivel elbow) g Control panel h Detergent dispenser drawer i Drum door j Access to drain filter, drain pump and emergency release k Handle recesses for moving the machine l Four height adjustable feet Installation and con[...]

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    Rear view a Protruding lid for holding when moving the machine b Electricity supply cable c Inlet hose with "Waterproof" system d Drain hose e Transit bar covers f Restraining clip for inlet hose and drain hose g Restraining clips for transit bars when removed Installation and connection 44[...]

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    Installation surface A concrete floor is the most suitable installation surface for a washing machine, being far less prone to vibration during the spin cycle than wooden floorboards or a carpeted surface. Please note the following points: ^ The machine must be level and securely positioned. ^ To avoid vibrations during spinning, the machine should[...]

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    ^ Using the spanner supplied turn the left-hand transit bar 90°, then ^ withdraw the transit bar. ^ Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°, then ^ withdraw the transit bar. Installation and connection 46[...]

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    , To avoid the risk of injury the holes for the transit bars must be covered after the transit bars have been removed. ^ Fit the covers on to the two holes. Then plug the holes as shown with the caps. ^ Secure the transit bars to the back of the washing machine. Make sure that holes b are fitted over retainers a . , The washing machine must not be [...]

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    Levelling the machine The machine must stand perfectly level on all four feet to ensure safe and proper operation. Incorrect installation may increase electricity and water consumption and may cause the machine to move about. Screwing out and adjusting the feet The four adjustable screw feet are used to level the machine. All four feet are screwed [...]

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    The fitting of building under kits and stacking kits must only be undertaken by qualified and competent persons, in accordance with the instructions supplied with the kit. Building under a continuous worktop/in a kitchen run If you wish to push your machine under a worktop and there is space to do this without removing the lid , the conversion kit [...]

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    The Miele Waterproof system The Miele Waterproof system protects the washing machine from water damage. The system consists of three main components: 1) the inlet hose 2) the electronic unit and the washing machine housing 3) the drain hose 1) Inlet hose – The inlet hose is fitted with an additional electrical safety valve which works like an aut[...]

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    Connection to the water supply , The plastic casing of the safety valve contains electrical components. The Waterproof system must only be connected to its own stopcock. It must not be connected to mixer taps or similar and must not be fitted in areas where there is the risk of water or other liquids reaching it. Do not get wet. The protective slee[...]

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    Maintenance and care If you intend to unscrew the Miele Waterproof system hose from the stopcock it is essential to disconnect the machine from the electricity supply first. Only use a Miele Waterproof system hose should you need a replacement. In order to protect the water inlet valve, the dirt filter in the water inlet valve connection must not b[...]

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    Connection to the drainage system The machine drains via a drain pump with a delivery head of 1 metre*. The drain hose must not be kinked as this restricts drainage. The swivel elbow at the end of the hose can be turned in either direction, or can be detached if required, with a sharp twist and pull. If required, the drain hose can be extended to a[...]

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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[...]

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    Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration in kWh in litres Short Normal Cottons 95°C 6.0 kg 1.99 47 2 h 09 min 60°C 1) 6.0 kg 1.02 47 1 h 49 min 60°C 3.0 kg 0.73 39 1 h 02 min 40°C 1) 6.0 kg 0.65 59 2 h 04 min 40°C 2) 3.0 kg 0.36 39 59 min Minimum iron 40°C 1) 3.0 kg 0.50 55 59 min 1 h 19 min Delicates 30°C 2.0 kg 0.35 69 49 min 59 min Woo[...]

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    Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 580 mm Depth with door open 975 mm Weight 94 kg Maximum floor load 1600 Newton (approx. 160 kg) Capacity 6 kg dry laundry Voltage see data plate Connected load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate / plug Consumption data see "Consumption data" Water flow pressure minimum 100 kPa (1 bar) Water flow pre[...]

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

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    To access programmable functions The programmable functions are accessed via the Start/Stop button and the programme selector. Before you begin, first ensure that: – The washing machine is switched off. – The machine is properly closed. A Press the Start/Stop button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B - C . B Press the I-On/0-Off[...]

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    Water plus This programmable function is used to select the water intake setting for the Water plus extra option. There are three different options: Water + (the machine is delivered with this option selected) The water level is increased in the wash and rinse stages. Extra rinse An extra rinse is introduced. Water+ & Extra rinse The water inta[...]

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    Code A code can be used to lock the electronics on the washing machine to prevent it being used without your knowledge. When the code has been activated, you have to enter a code after switching the washing machine on. Otherwise the washing machine cannot be operated. Code ... ^ Press the Start/Stop button. To activate the code Activate ^ Press the[...]

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    Temperature unit You can chose for the temperature to be displayed as °C/Celsius or °F/Fahrenheit . The machine is delivered with °C/Celsius as the default setting. Buzzer When the buzzer function has been activated, an audible tone sounds at the end of a programme or when Rinse hold is reached. There are two volumes: Normal (the machine is deli[...]

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    Standby display To save energy, the display goes out and the indicator light for the Start/ Stop button will start flashing slowly. The display will always go out, – if a programme is not selected within 10 minutes of the machine being switched on. – 10 minutes after the end of a programme. Pressing one of the buttons switches the display back [...]

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