Miele Dishwasher G 5220 User Manual

Operating Instructions  
Dishwasher  
G 5220  
G 5225  
en - US, CA  
To prevent accidents  
and appliance damage  
read these instructions  
before  
installation or use.  
M.-Nr. 09 510 211  
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Contents  
Interrupting a program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Changing a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Additional options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40  
Turbo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40  
Delay start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
Optimize Standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
Factory defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
Technical faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
Faults in the water intake or water drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
General problems with the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Sounds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48  
Poor cleaning results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49  
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
User Maintenance Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53  
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54  
Triple filter system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55  
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58  
Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59  
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
Plumbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Connection to the water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Drainage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
Noise measurement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64  
General requirements for measuring noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64  
Installation requirements for measuring noise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING –  
Electrical Safety  
Before installation, make sure that  
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the voltage and frequency listed on the  
data plate correspond with the  
When using your dishwasher, follow  
basic precautions, including the  
following:  
household electrical supply. This data  
must correspond to prevent injury and  
machine damage. Consult a qualified  
electrician if in doubt.  
Read the operating instructions and  
installation diagram carefully before  
installation or use of the dishwasher  
to prevent injury and machine  
damage.  
Before installation or service,  
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disconnect the power supply to the  
work area by unplugging the unit,  
"tripping" the circuit breaker or  
removing the fuse.  
Use the dishwasher only for its  
intended purpose. This appliance is  
intended for residential use only.  
Do not use an extension cord to  
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connect this appliance to electricity.  
Extension cords do not guarantee the  
required safety of the appliance (e.g.  
danger of overheating).  
Keep these operating instructions in  
a safe place and pass them on to  
any future user.  
Be certain your appliance is  
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Correct usage  
properly installed and grounded by a  
qualified technician. To guarantee the  
electrical safety of this appliance  
continuity must exist between the  
appliance and an effective grounding  
system. It is imperative that this basic  
safety requirement be met. If there is  
any doubt, have the electrical system of  
the house checked by a qualified  
electrician.  
The dishwasher is not designed for  
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commercial use. It is intended for use in  
domestic households and in similar  
working and residential environments  
such as, shops, offices and showrooms  
or guest houses.  
The dishwasher is not intended for  
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outdoor use.  
It must only be used as a domestic  
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appliance as specified in these  
If the supplied power cord is  
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damaged it must only be replaced by a  
Miele Service technician with a genuine  
Miele power cord.  
operating instructions, for cleaning  
domestic cookware and cutlery. Any  
other usage is not supported by the  
manufacturer and could be dangerous.  
The outlet must be accessible at all  
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times after installation to disconnect the  
Persons who lack physical, sensory  
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dishwasher.  
or mental abilities, or experience with  
the appliance should not use the  
dishwasher without supervision or  
instruction by a responsible person.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Installation  
This dishwasher should only be  
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installed under a continuous counter  
The dishwasher must be installed  
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and connected in accordance with the  
installation instructions.  
top secured to adjacent cabinetry.  
Do not install this dishwasher  
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beneath a cooking surface, oven or any  
Installation and repair work should  
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appliance that radiates heat.  
be performed by a Miele authorized  
service technician. Work by unqualified  
persons could be dangerous and may  
void the warranty.  
High temperatures from these units  
may damage the dishwasher.  
A toe-kick must be used with the  
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dishwasher. If the supplied toe-kick is  
not used, a cabinet matching toe-kick  
must be installed.  
Do not install or use a damaged  
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dishwasher. A damaged appliance is  
dangerous. Unplug the machine and  
contact Miele Technical Service  
Department.  
Do not install the dishwasher in an  
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area where it will be exposed to  
temperatures below freezing.  
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,  
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bags, etc. are disposed of safely and  
kept out of the reach of children.  
Danger of suffocation!  
Do not cut the intake hose or  
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submerge it in liquid. This hose  
contains electrical components that  
could cause injury or property damage  
if cut or submerged.  
This appliance must not be used in  
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a non-stationary location (e.g. on a  
boat).  
Only power up the dishwasher when  
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all installation and plumbing work is  
complete.  
, WARNING - Fire hazard!  
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Do not cover or crush the plug of the  
appliance. Ensure that the cabinet  
opening for the dishwasher provides  
ample space for the plug and cord.  
Installing the dishwasher in a tight  
Do not place hose or power cord  
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next to a heat source e.g. hot water  
pipes.  
Do not expose hose or power cord to  
space may crimp the power cord or put corrosive substances.  
pressure on the plug which could Damage of hose or power cord could  
cause overheating. cause electrical shock or water  
damage!  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Use  
Do not inhale or swallow detergents.  
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Dishwasher detergents contain irritant  
To reduce the risk of injury, do not  
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allow children to play in, on or near the  
and corrosive ingredients. They can  
cause burning in the mouth and throat if  
swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Consult  
a doctor immediately if detergent has  
dishwasher. It is possible for small  
fingers may be pinched in the door.  
Only use the dishwasher if all panels been swallowed or inhaled.  
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are properly in place.  
Do not drink water from the  
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dishwasher! Harmful residues could be  
Do not tamper with the controls.  
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present.  
Do not sit or stand on the door or  
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baskets of the dishwasher. Close the  
Do not fill the rinse aid reservoir or  
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door when not in use.  
salt container with detergent. It will  
destroy the rinse aid compartment and  
water softener.  
Under certain conditions, hydrogen  
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gas may be produced in a hot water  
system that has not been used for two  
weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS  
Dishes can be very hot at the end of  
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a program. Allow the dishes to cool  
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has until they are cool enough to handle  
not been used for such a period, turn  
on all hot water faucets and let water  
flow from each for several minutes  
before using the dishwasher. This will  
release any accumulated hydrogen  
gas. Do not smoke or use an open  
flame during this time.  
before unloading them.  
The water supply must be turned off  
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when the appliance is not used for a  
longer period of time (e.g. during  
vacations).  
Disposal of an appliance  
Be sure that all items placed in the  
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dishwasher are "dishwasher safe". For  
items not labeled, check the  
If the appliance is removed from its  
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installation site and will not be used,  
remove the doorlock to the wash  
cabinet to prevent children from locking  
themselves in the machine.  
manufacturer’s recommendations.  
When loading tableware, place  
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sharp items away from the door to  
prevent damage to the seal. Load  
sharp items pointing downwards to  
prevent injuries.  
SAVE THESE  
INSTRUCTIONS  
Only use detergents and rinse aids  
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recommended for residential  
dishwashers. Keep all detergents and  
rinse aids out of the reach of children.  
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Guide to the dishwasher  
a Upper spray arm (not visible)  
b Cutlery tray  
gTriple filter system  
hData plate  
c Upper basket  
iChild Safety Lock in the door handle  
(not visible)  
d Middle spray arm  
jRinse aid reservoir  
e Air inlet for drying  
(depending on model)  
kDual compartment detergent  
dispenser  
f Lower spray arm  
lSalt container  
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Guide to the dishwasher  
Control panel  
aProgram selection  
fDelay start button with indicator light  
gTurbo button with indicator light  
hProgram button  
bTime display  
cProgram sequence indicator  
dCheck / Refill indicators  
eStart/Stop button with indicator light  
iK button (On/Off)  
This operating instruction manual describes several dishwasher models with  
different indicated settings.  
The different dishwasher models are named :  
Standard = Dishwasher with 31 11/16" (80.5 cm) height (built-in)  
or 33 1/4" (84.5 cm) height (stand-alone)  
XXL  
= Dishwasher with 33 1/4" (84.5 cm) height.  
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Caring for the environment  
Energy saving washing  
Disposal of the packing  
material  
This dishwasher is economical in the  
use of water and electricity. For best  
results follow these tips:  
The cardboard box and packaging  
protect the appliance during shipping.  
These materials are biodegradable and  
recyclable. Please recycle.  
^ For lowest energy consumption you  
may connect the dishwasher to a  
cold water source.  
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,  
bags etc. are disposed of safely and  
kept out of the reach of children.  
Danger of suffocation!  
^ For fastest possible wash times, with  
slightly higher energy consumption,  
connect the dishwasher to a hot  
water source.  
Disposal of an old machine  
^ Make full use of the baskets without  
overloading for the most economical  
washing.  
Old appliances may contain materials  
that can be recycled. Please contact  
your local recycling authority about the  
possibility of recycling these materials.  
^ Use the correct amount of detergent  
and rinse aid. Detergent dosage is  
dependent upon the amount of  
soiling and type of dishware being  
washed. See the "Program Guide" for  
more information.  
Ensure that the appliance presents no  
danger to children while being stored  
for disposal. Before discarding an old  
appliance, unplug it from the outlet, cut  
off its power cord and remove any  
doors to prevent hazards.  
^ When using powder or liquid  
detergent, reduce the amount to 2/3  
of the normal amount when washing  
a small load.  
^ Choose a program that best suits the  
degree of soiling and the type of  
dishes being washed.  
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Before using for the first time  
To open the door  
Child safety lock  
^ Reach under the handle and pull the  
Te child Safety Lock is designed to  
prevent children from opening the  
dishwasher.  
door open.  
If the door is opened during operation  
the dishwasher will stop running. Once  
the door is closed the program will  
restart.  
^ To lock the door, push the slider  
below the door grip to the right.  
^ To unlock the door, push the slider to  
the left.  
To close the door  
^ Push the baskets in.  
^ Lift the door and push until it clicks  
into place.  
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Before using for the first time  
Water softener  
In areas where the water hardness  
fluctuates (e.g. 37-50 °d [39-52 gr/gal])  
always program the machine to the  
higher value (in this example 50 °d  
[52 gr/gal]).  
To achieve good cleaning results, the  
dishwasher needs soft water (water that  
is low in minerals). Hard water results in  
calcium deposits on dishware and in  
the dishwasher.  
If there is a fault, it will help the service  
If your tap water hardness is above 4 °d technician to know the hardness of your  
(4 gr/gal) the water should be softened. local water supply.  
The built-in water softener is designed  
Please note your water hardness  
below:  
for this purpose. The water softener is  
suitable for a water hardness up to  
70 °d (73 gr/gal).  
°d (gr/gal)  
– If using "Tab" detergent products you  
do not need to add salt, depending  
on the water hardness ß 22 gr/gal  
(21 °d) (see "Detergents").  
The water hardness was programmed  
at 1 °d (1 gr/gal) by factory default.  
– The dishwasher must be correctly  
programmed to match the hardness  
of your water.  
– Your local water authority will be able  
to advise you of the exact water  
hardness level in your area.  
If the hardness of your local supply  
is constantly lower than 4 °d (4  
gr/gal), you do not need to add  
water softener salt. However the  
water hardness level must still be  
programmed.  
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Before using for the first time  
Programming the water  
softener  
Value  
°d  
gr/gal  
displayed  
1
2
1
2
1
To exit the programming mode at  
any time turn the dishwasher off with  
the K button.  
2
3
3
3
4
4
4
5
5
5
6
6
6
^ Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher off.  
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7
7
8
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9
9
9
^ Press and hold the "Start / Stop"  
button and turn the dishwasher on  
simultaneously using the K button.  
Keep the "Start / Stop" button  
pressed for at least four seconds until  
the "Start / Stop" indicator light comes  
on.  
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35  
36  
37-50  
51-60  
61-70  
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31  
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35  
36  
38  
39-52  
53-63  
64-73  
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35  
36  
50  
60  
70  
If it does not come on, start over.  
^ Now press the "Delay Start" button  
twice.  
The characters "P 1 5" will flash one  
after the other in the display. This  
means that the water hardness level  
has been set at 15 °d [16 gr/gal (factory  
setting)].  
The value which has been set for the  
water hardness is shown as a figure  
after the "P" in the display (see chart).  
^ Use the "Start / Stop" button to select  
the flashing rhythm that corresponds  
to your water hardness level.  
With each press of the button the  
value will raise one level. Once the  
highest value is reached the setting  
will start again from the beginning.  
^ Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher off.  
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Before using for the first time  
Checking the programmed water  
hardness  
^ Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher off.  
^ Press and hold the "Start/Stop" button  
and turn the dishwasher on  
simultaneously using the K button.  
Keep the "Start/Stop" button pressed  
for at least four seconds until the  
"Start/Stop" indicator light comes on.  
^ Press the "Delay Start"" button twice.  
The Delay Start indicator will flash twice  
briefly in intervals.  
Character will flash in sequence in the  
display.  
The number at the "P" is the value for  
the water hardness level which has  
been set (see chart).  
^ Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher off.  
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Before using for the first time  
Every dishwasher is tested before  
leaving the factory. Any water  
remaining in the machine is from the  
final factory test and does not  
indicate that the machine has been  
used.  
Important: The salt container must  
be filled with 2 quarts (2 l) of water  
before adding salt for the first time  
so the salt can dissolve  
properly. Water does not have to be  
added with subsequent refills.  
Filling the salt container  
,Inadvertently filling the salt  
container with dishwashing  
detergent (including liquid  
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.  
^ Place the provided funnel over the  
salt container and carefully fill it with  
salt. The salt container holds approx.  
4.4 lbs (2 kg) of salt, depending on  
the type of salt.  
If using "Tab" products which  
include salt, still add salt to the  
machine to achieve optimal cleaning  
results and ensure long-term  
^ Clean any excess salt from the  
threads of the container opening.  
Screw the lid on firmly.  
functioning of the water softener.  
^ Remove the lower basket from the  
wash cabinet and unscrew the salt  
container lid.  
^ Immediately after each refill, run the "  
Express" program without a load (no  
"Turbo" function if available). This will  
remove any traces of salt from inside  
the wash cabinet.  
When opening the salt container,  
water will run out. Open the  
container only to refill salt.  
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Before using for the first time  
Refill salt message  
^ When the "Salt" indicator light comes  
on, refill the salt after the program  
has finished.  
After the container has been filled, the  
"Salt" indicator light can remain on for a  
short time. It will go out once the  
reactivation process is complete.  
The "Salt" indicator light is turned off if  
you have programmed the dishwasher  
to a water hardness below 4 °d  
(4 gr/gal).  
,Immediately after each refill, run  
the "Express" program without a load  
(no "Turbo" function if available).  
This will remove any traces of salt  
from inside the wash cabinet.  
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Before using for the first time  
Deactivate indicators  
The characters flashing in the display  
will show whether the refill indicators  
are turned on or off.  
If you only ever use "Tab" detergent  
products in your dishwasher, you can  
switch both messages off if you wish.  
– "P 1": the refill indicators are turned  
on.  
^ Turn the dishwasher off with the K  
button.  
– "P 0": the refill indicators are turned  
off.  
^ Press and hold the "Start/Stop" button  
and turn the dishwasher on  
^ Press the "Start/Stop" button if you  
simultaneously using the K button.  
Keep the "Start/Stop" button pressed  
for at least four seconds until the  
"Start/Stop" indicator light comes on.  
wish to change the setting.  
The setting is saved immediately.  
^ Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher off.  
If it does not come on, start over.  
If you switch to using detergent that  
does not contain salt or rinse aid, it  
is important to remember to  
^ Press the "Delay start" button nine  
times.  
The "Delay start" indicator will flash  
briefly 9 times in intervals.  
replenish the salt and rinse aid and  
to switch the indicators back on.  
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Before using for the first time  
Rinse aid  
Rinse aid is needed 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.  
^ Pour liquid rinse aid into the reservoir  
until it is visible on the surface of the  
screen.  
When using "Tab" detergents rinse  
aid is not needed.  
The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.  
3.7 oz (110 ml).  
Adding rinse aid  
^ Press on the flap until you hear it  
click shut. Failure to close it all the  
way allows water to enter the  
reservoir during the wash program.  
^ Clean any spilled rinse aid. The flap  
will remain closed during normal  
operation.  
^ Press the button in the direction of  
the arrow until the flap springs open.  
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Before using for the first time  
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 refilling.  
If you only ever use "Tab" detergent  
products in your dishwasher, you can  
switch the reminders for salt and  
rinse aid off if you wish (see "Before  
using for the first time - Refill salt  
message").  
If you switch to using detergent that  
does not contain salt or rinse aid, it  
is important to remember to  
replenish the salt and rinse aid and  
to switch the indicators back on.  
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Before using for the first time  
Adjusting the dosage  
P 3 will flash in the display. This means  
that the rinse aid dosage has been set  
to 3 ml at the factory.  
In order to obtain an optimal cleaning  
result you can adjust the dosing  
quantity of the rinse aid.  
The dosage set will show in the display  
after the P.  
The dosage selector is preset to 3. This  
dispenses approximately 3 ml of rinse  
aid per program. It can be adjusted  
from 0 to 6.  
^ Select the desired setting with the  
"Start / Stop" button. Every touch of  
the button increases the level.  
– Use a higher setting if spots appear  
on dry glassware.  
The programmed dosage is saved.  
^ Turn the dishwasher off "s".  
^ Use a lower setting if streaking  
appears on dishes or glasses.  
^ Turn the dishwasher off "s".  
^ Press the "Start / Stop" button and at  
the same time turn the dishwasher on  
s. Hold the "Start / Stop" button until  
the "Start / Stop" indicator comes on.  
If it does not come on, start over.  
^ Press the "Delay Start" button three  
times.  
The "Delay Start" indicator will flash  
briefly three times in intervals.  
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^ The spray arms must not be blocked  
by items that are too tall or hang  
through the baskets. Check  
clearance by manually rotating the  
spray arms.  
,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.  
^ Place very small items in the cutlery  
tray or basket so they do not fall to  
the bottom of the wash cabinet.  
Wax, grease and paint will cause  
permanent discoloration and  
damage to the dishwasher.  
^ Food residue and spilled liquids  
should be cleaned from the sides of  
the dishwasher door. These are  
outside of the wash cabinet and are  
not cleaned by water from the spray  
arms.  
^ Scrape food from dishes before  
placing them in the dishwasher,  
rinsing is not necessary.  
^ Some foods contain natural dyes,  
e.g. carrots or tomatoes. Plastic items  
may discolor permanently if they  
come in contact with food dyes.  
^ All items can be placed anywhere in  
the baskets.  
^ Load dishes so that water can reach  
all surfaces. Do not place dishes or  
cutlery inside other pieces.  
^ Make sure that all items are securely  
positioned.  
^ Hollow items such as cups and  
glasses should be placed upside  
down in the baskets.  
^ To ensure good water coverage, tall,  
narrow and hollow items, i.e. vases  
or champagne glasses, should be  
placed in the center of the basket  
rather than in the corners.  
^ Concave based items such as mugs  
or bowls, should be placed at an  
angle so that water does not pool.  
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Items not recommended for  
dishwashing  
Glassware:  
– There are no standard guidelines for  
washing glassware, when in doubt  
wash by hand.  
– Cutlery with wooden handles  
– Wooden cutting boards  
– When purchasing new dishes,  
glasses and cutlery, make sure they  
are dishwasher safe. Only wash  
items marked "dishwasher safe" in  
the dishwasher.  
– 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  
– If fine glassware is washed in the  
dishwasher select the "China &  
Crystal" program*. This will reduce  
the risk of clouding.  
– Plastic items that are not heat  
resistant  
– Copper, brass, tin or aluminum  
Silver and aluminum:  
– Dishes with color painted over the  
glaze. These dishes may fade over  
time  
– Silver or aluminum items may tarnish.  
– Silverware previously cleaned with a  
silver polish may be damp or spotted  
at the end of a program where water  
has adhered to the polish. This can  
be rubbed off with a soft, dry cloth.  
Silver that has been cleaned in an  
immersion dip is usually dry at the  
end of a program, but may tarnish.  
– Fine glassware and crystal items  
should only be washed using the  
"China & Crystal" program*.  
Otherwise clouding or etching may  
occur after frequent washing.  
– Cast iron pots and pans  
– If left to dry, foods containing sulfur  
can discolor silver. These include  
egg yolk, onions, mayonnaise,  
mustard, fish and marinades.  
* depending on model  
– Silverware may tarnish or pit if  
washed next to stainless steel.  
Leave space between these metals.  
If unsure whether your china and  
crystal are dishwasher safe, please  
check with the manufacturer. The  
China & Crystal program*, although  
extremely gentle and thorough can  
cause the china and crystal to "wear"  
if they are not dishwasher safe.  
– Clean aluminum items, e.g. grease  
filters, with domestic dishwasher  
detergent only.  
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Typical load for 10 place settings with cutlery tray  
Upper basket  
Lower basket  
Cutlery tray  
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Typical load for 16 place settings with cutlery tray  
Upper basket  
Lower basket  
Cutlery tray  
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Typical load for 10 place settings with cutlery basket  
Upper basket  
Lower basket  
Cutlery basket  
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Typical load for 13 place settings with cutlery basket  
Upper basket  
Lower basket  
Cutlery basket  
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Upper basket  
Adjustable cup rack  
(depending on model)  
,Always use the dishwasher with  
the upper and lower basket in place.  
^ Raise the rack to make room for tall  
glasses.  
Glasses can also be leaned against the  
cup rack so they are more stable.  
^ Lower it to double stack smaller  
pieces.  
^ 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.  
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Adjusting the upper basket  
To adjust the upper basket downwards:  
In order to gain more space for taller  
items the upper basket can be adjusted  
on three levels with 2 cm between each  
level.  
^ Pull up on the levers at the sides of  
the upper basket.  
^ Adjust the basket to the desired  
height and then release the levers to  
lock the basket in place.  
The upper basket can also be set at an  
angle with one side high and the other  
side low. Make sure, however, that the  
basket can slide smoothly in and out of  
the cabinet.  
Depending on the setting of the upper  
basket, the following plate dimensions  
can be accommodated.  
Depending on the setting of the upper  
basket, a variety of plate dimensions  
can be accommodated.  
^ Slide out the upper basket.  
To adjust the upper basket upwards:  
^ Lift the basket up until it clicks into  
place.  
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Lower basket  
Heavily soiled items  
^ Place larger and heavier items such  
as plates, serving platters,  
saucepans, bowls, etc. in the lower  
basket.  
It can also be used for glasses, cups,  
small plates and saucers.  
Dishwasher with cutlery tray  
^ Place very large plates in the center  
of the lower basket.  
Dishwasher with cutlery basket  
When tilted, plates up to 13 3/4"  
(35 cm) in diameter can be  
accommodated.  
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MultiComfort zone  
Foldable spikes (depending on the  
model)  
The rear section of the lower basket is  
used for cups, glasses, plates, pots  
and pans.  
The spikes at the front are used for  
plates, soup bowls, platters, desert  
bowls, and saucers.  
^ The glass rack can be folded up to  
make more room for tall items.  
The rows of spikes can be folded down  
to create more room for larger  
^ Stemware, e.g. wine, champagne  
and beer glasses, can be leaned  
against the glass rack or suspended  
from it.  
cookware, e.g. pots, pans and bowls.  
The height of the glass rack is  
adjustable.  
^ Press the yellow lever down a and  
fold the spikes down b.  
^ Slide the glass rack to the desired  
height until the catches click into  
place at the top and rest on the  
bottom.  
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Cutlery tray  
(depending on model)  
Spoons with thick handles may have to  
be placed as knives and forks with their  
heads in the holders.  
^ 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 between the holders so  
that water can run off more easily.  
The upper spray arm must not be  
blocked by tall cutlery items.  
The cutlery tray insert is removable.  
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Cutlery basket  
Cutlery insert for the cutlery basket  
(depending on model)  
Use the insert supplied for heavily  
soiled items of cutlery.  
The insert separates the items so that  
they can be reached better by the  
spray jets.  
The cutlery basket can be placed  
anywhere on the front rows of spikes in  
the lower basket.  
^ To avoid risk of injury, knives and  
forks should be placed with the  
handles upwards in the basket.  
However, cutlery placed handle  
down in the basket will come out  
cleaner and drier.  
^ Fit it onto the cutlery basket if  
required.  
^ Place small items of cutlery in the  
individual slots on three sides of the  
cutlery basket.  
^ Insert cutlery with the handles facing  
downwards, and distribute them  
evenly along the insert.  
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Optional accessories  
Optional dishwasher accessories are available from your Miele dealer, Miele or  
Mieleusa.com (depending on your model some may already be supplied with your  
machine as standard).  
If you would like to...  
the following accessory will need  
to be ordered...  
...wash a Miele Cappuccinatore  
...wash additional items of cutlery  
...wash long-stemmed glassware  
... a Cappuccinatore insert for the  
upper basket.  
... a cutlery basket for the lower  
basket.  
... a glassware rack for the lower  
basket.  
MieleCare Collection  
Miele branded cleaning and care products, including dishwasher salt, detergent  
and rinse aid, are available to order from your Miele dealer, Miele or the on-line  
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Detergent  
You can use powder, gel or tab  
detergents. Follow the dosage  
information on the detergent  
packaging.  
,Dishwasher detergents contain  
irritant and corrosive ingredients.  
Avoid inhaling or swallowing  
dishwasher detergent.  
Detergent tabs are not recommended  
for use with the program "Express". The  
tabs may not dissolve completely.  
Keep children away from detergent.  
Keep detergent out of the reach of  
children. Keep children away from  
the dishwasher when the door is  
open. There could still be detergent  
residues in the dishwasher. Only  
add detergent just before starting  
the program and lock the door with  
the child safety lock (depending on  
model).  
Dishwasher cleaning products are  
available from MIele.  
,Only use detergents formulated  
for domestic dishwashers.  
Use only the recommended amount  
of detergent. Continued use of too  
much detergent may cause machine  
damage.  
When using the "China & Crystal"  
program (depending on model)  
reduce the amount of detergent  
used to at least ½ of the normal  
dosage. Also make certain your  
china and crystal are dishwasher  
safe.  
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Adding detergent  
^ Add detergent to the compartments  
and close the container flap.  
^ Press the latch on the detergent  
^ Use one tab or add powder or gel  
detergent to compartment II and  
close the flap.  
dispenser. The flap will spring open.  
The flap is always open at the end of a  
program.  
^ If a Pre-rinse is desired, and  
available for your chosen program,  
add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of detergent to  
compartment I.  
Compartment I holds a maximum of 2  
teaspoons (10 ml),  
compartment II holds a maximum of 3.5  
tablespoons (50 ml) of detergent.  
The horizontal marks in compartment II  
indicate the levels of approximately 1 ¼  
and 2 tablespoons (20 and 30 ml)  
respectively. The marks indicate the  
approximate fill level in ml when the  
door is open in a horizontal position.  
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Turning the dishwasher on  
Starting a program  
^ Make sure the spray arms can rotate  
^ Press the Start/Stop button.  
freely.  
The program starts. The Start/Stop and  
Rinse indicators and the indicator for  
the selected program come on.  
If additional options are selected, the  
corresponding indicator lights will also  
come on.  
^ Close the door.  
^ Open the water supply if it is closed.  
^ Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher on.  
The Start/Stop indicator flashes, and  
the indicator for the last selected  
program comes on.  
Cancel a program only in the first  
few minutes.  
Otherwise important program steps  
(e.g. water softening) may be  
cancelled.  
Selecting a program  
Choose the program according to the  
type of dishware and soiling.  
See Program guide for a description of  
the programs and their applications.  
^ Use the Program button to select the  
desired program.  
The indicator light for the selected  
program comes on.  
The time display shows the runtime of  
the selected program in hours and  
minutes.  
You can now select additional  
options (see Additional options).  
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Program guide  
When to use  
Program sequence  
Pre-rinse Main  
wash  
Interim  
rinse  
Final Drying  
rinse  
1
2
1
2
Pots & Pans  
For normally soiled pots &  
pans with dried on food, and  
heavily soiled dishware, use  
120% detergent  
X
X
X
X
X
recommended.  
Normal  
Program for completely  
as  
X
X
X
X
washing a full load of  
required  
normally soiled dishware with  
the ability to adjust energy and  
water consumption based on  
the soil load of the dishware.  
China & Crystal  
For temperature sensitive  
glassware and lightly soiled  
dishware, use 50% detergent  
recommended.  
as  
requi  
red  
X
as required  
X
X
SaniWash  
Express  
To sanitize dishware, e.g.  
baby bottles, cutting boards  
and preparation dishware.  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
"Quick program" for lightly  
soiled dishware, e.g. party  
dishware, not suitable for  
detergent tabs.  
X
Rinse & Hold  
To rinse dishes when a  
complete program is not  
needed.  
X
Usage:  
Electrical: 0.01 - 1.23 kWh  
Water: 1.1 - 5 gal (4 - 19 l)  
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Time display  
Standby  
Before the program starts, the time  
display shows the time of the selected  
program in hours and minutes. The  
remaining time is displayed during the  
program.  
A few minutes after the last button is  
pressed or a few minutes after the end  
of the program the dishwasher will  
switch to Standby mode to save  
energy. The time display and the  
indicator lights are turned off and only  
the Start/Stop indicator light flashes  
slowly.  
The time that is displayed may vary for  
the same program. It depends on the  
temperature of the incoming water, the  
reactivation cycle, the type of detergent ^ Press the K button if you want to turn  
and the quantity and soiling of the  
dishes.  
the indicator lights back on.  
If the dishwasher is not turned off or  
When a program is selected for the first opened after the program ends, after a  
time, the display shows an average  
program runtime for cold water.  
few minutes in standby mode it will turn  
off completely (see Additional options -  
Optimize Standby).  
With every program, the electronics  
correct the runtime according to the  
temperature of the incoming water and  
the size of the load.  
If Salt and/or Rinse aid or a fault is  
displayed, the dishwasher will not  
switch to Standby mode.  
If you use a Tab detergent, you can  
deactivate the refill indicators to let  
the dishwasher go into Standby  
mode.  
However, fault messages cannot be  
turned off.  
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Program sequence indicator  
The dishes will cool much faster if you  
open the door when the program has  
ended.  
After a program has started, the  
program sequence indicator displays  
the respective program step.  
Unload the lower basket first, then the  
upper basket and then the cutlery tray  
(depending on the model).  
At the end of a program  
This will prevent water from the upper  
basket and cutlery tray from dripping  
onto dishes in the lower basket.  
The program has ended when a 0  
appears in the time display and "End"  
lights up in the program sequence  
display.  
Preparing your appliance for  
an extended vacation  
If the Express program was  
selected, the drying fan will run for a  
few minutes after the program has  
ended.  
If you elect to turn off the water to your  
home for an extended period of time,  
please note that this may not be  
enough to reduce the risk of a leak.  
^ Open the door.  
To be completely safe, you must  
turn off the water supply to each  
individual appliance. This means  
under the sink for a dishwasher, at  
the laundry bib for your washer, etc.  
^ Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher off.  
The dishwasher will continue to use  
electricity until it is turned off with the K  
button.  
,If you would like to open the  
door at the end of the program, then  
make sure that you open the door  
fully. Otherwise steam from the  
dishwasher could damage the edge  
of the counter top because the fan is  
no longer running.  
^ Unload the dishwasher.  
Dishes tend to break and chip more  
easily when they are hot.  
Allow the dishes to cool until they are  
comfortable enough to handle before  
unloading them.  
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Interrupting a program  
Changing a program  
A program will be interrupted as soon  
as the door is opened.  
Do not change the program if the  
detergent dispenser flap is already  
open.  
When the door is closed again, the  
program will continue from where it was  
interrupted.  
If a program has already started and  
you wish to change it:  
,Water in the dishwasher is hot.  
Risk of scalding!  
^ Press the Start/Stop button for at  
least one second.  
Only open the door if absolutely  
necessary and be very careful.  
Before closing the door again, leave  
it slightly ajar for approx.  
The program will be canceled.  
^ Select and start the desired program.  
20 seconds. This will allow the  
temperature in the wash cabinet to  
settle. Then push the door firmly  
shut until it clicks into place.  
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Additional options  
Turbo  
The "Turbo" function can be used to  
reduce the program run-times, in  
programs in which the option is  
available.  
Energy consumption will increase to  
achieve optimum results.  
^ Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher on.  
The Start/Stop indicator light flashes.  
^ Select the desired program.  
^ Press the Turbo button.  
The Turbo indicator light comes on.  
^ Now you can start a program.  
Once selected, the function will remain  
active for all programs until the setting  
is changed.  
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Additional options  
Delay start  
^ Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher on.  
The start time of a program can be  
delayed. The start time can be delayed The Start/Stop indicator light flashes.  
from 30 minutes to 24 hours. The delay  
^ Use the Program button to select the  
is set in 30 minute increments.  
desired program.  
For a delay start time between 30  
^ Press the Delay start button.  
minutes and 9 hours 30 minutes, the  
delay is set in 30 minute increments.  
For a delay start time of 10 hours or  
more, the delay is set in increments of  
one hour.  
The last Delay start time will appear in  
the time display. The Delay start  
indicator light comes on.  
^ Set the desired Delay start time using  
the Delay start button.  
When using the Delay start function,  
make sure that the detergent  
compartment is dry before adding  
detergent. Wipe dry if necessary.  
Otherwise the detergent could  
clump and not be rinsed out  
completely.  
If you keep the button pressed, the time  
will increase automatically to 24^. To  
start at 30 minutes again, press the  
Delay start button twice.  
^ Press the Start/Stop button.  
The Start/Stop indicator light comes on.  
Do not use liquid detergent. Liquid  
detergent could leak out of the  
compartment.  
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The time will count down to the  
Starting a program before Delay start  
program start: for more than 10 hours in has elapsed:  
1 hour increments, for less than 10  
A program can be started before the  
hours in 1 minute increments.  
Delay start time has elapsed. Do the  
following:  
When the set time is reached, the  
selected program will start  
^ Press the Start/Stop button for at  
automatically. The remaining time is  
shown in the time display, the Delay  
start indicator light goes out and the  
Start/Stop indicator light comes on.  
least one second.  
The Delay start indicator light goes out  
and the Start/Stop indicator light  
flashes.  
Delay start time shown in the time  
display:  
^ Press the Start/Stop button again.  
The program starts. The Start/Stop  
indicator light comes on.  
up to 59 minutes:  
e.g. 30 minutes = 30  
1 hour to 9 hours 30 minutes:  
e.g. 5 hours = 5.00  
more than 10 hours:  
e.g. 15 hours = 15^  
,To prevent children coming into  
contact with detergent:  
Fill the detergent dispenser just  
before starting the program, i.e.  
just before pressing the Start/Stop  
button, and lock the door with the  
child safety lock.  
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Additional options  
Optimize Standby  
^ Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher off.  
A few minutes after the last button is  
pressed or a few minutes after the end  
of the program the dishwasher will  
switch to Standby mode to save  
energy. The time display and the  
indicator lights are turned off and only  
the Start/Stop indicator light flashes  
slowly.  
^ Press and hold the Start/Stop button  
and simultaneously turn the  
dishwasher on using the K button.  
Keep the Start/Stop button pressed  
for at least four seconds until the  
"Start/Stop" indicator light comes on.  
If it does not come on, start over.  
If the dishwasher is not turned off or  
opened after the program ends, after a  
few minutes in Standby mode it will turn  
off completely.  
^ Press the Delay start button eight  
times.  
The Delay start indicator light shows 8  
short flashes in intervals.  
You can also deactivate the Optimize  
Standby function. The display and the  
indicator lights do not go out, and the  
dishwasher turns off 6 hours after the  
end of the program.  
The flashing in the time display shows  
whether Optimizing Standby is turned  
on.  
– "p 1": Optimize Standby is on.  
This results in higher energy  
consumption.  
– "p 0": Optimize Standby is off.  
^ Press the Start/Stop button if you  
If Salt and/or Rinse aid or a fault is  
displayed, the dishwasher will not  
switch to Standby mode.  
wish to change the setting.  
The setting is immediately saved.  
^ Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher off.  
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Additional options  
Factory defaults  
The flashing in the time display shows  
whether a setting is different from the  
default setting.  
If you have changed any settings, you  
can reset them to the factory defaults.  
– "p 1": all values are set to the default  
^ Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher off.  
settings  
– "p 0": at least one setting has been  
^ Press and hold the Start/Stop button  
and simultaneously turn the  
changed.  
dishwasher on using the K button.  
Keep the Start/Stop button pressed  
for at least four seconds until the  
"Start/Stop" indicator light comes on.  
^ Press the Start/Stop button to reset  
the dishwasher to the default  
settings.  
The setting is immediately saved.  
If it does not come on, start over.  
^ Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher off.  
^ Press the Delay start button 12 times.  
The Delay start indicator light shows 1  
long flash and 2 short flashes in  
intervals.  
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Frequently asked questions  
,Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in  
accordance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs  
could cause personal injury or machine damage.  
Technical faults  
Problem  
Possible fault  
Solution  
After turning on the  
The dishwasher is not  
Insert the plug.  
dishwasher with the K plugged in.  
button, the Start/Stop  
The circuit breaker has  
Reset the circuit breaker.  
(See data plate for the  
correct fuse rating).  
indicator light does not  
flash.  
tripped.  
The dishwasher stops  
during a program.  
The circuit breaker has  
tripped.  
– Reset the circuit  
breaker (see data plate  
for the correct fuse  
rating).  
– If the circuit breaker  
trips again, contact  
Miele.  
The program sequence There may be a technical – Press the K button to  
indicators Main wash,  
Drying and End all flash  
simultaneously.  
fault.  
turn the dishwasher off.  
After a few seconds:  
– Turn the dishwasher  
on.  
The time display shows  
fault FXX.  
– Use the Program  
button to select the  
desired program.  
– Press the Start/Stop  
button.  
If the program sequence  
indicators flash again,  
there is a technical fault.?  
– Contact Miele.  
In addition, the drain  
pump may run even  
Fault F70:  
– Close the water tap.  
– Contact Miele.  
The waterproof system  
when the door is open. reports a fault.  
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Frequently asked questions  
Faults in the water intake or water drain  
Problem  
Possible fault  
Solution  
The Intake/Drain  
indicator light  
The water supply is  
closed.  
Open the water supply all the  
way.  
alternates between  
flashing and  
remaining steady.  
The dishwasher  
stops running.  
The Intake/Drain  
indicator light  
flashes.  
Before fixing the fault:  
– Press the K button to turn the  
dishwasher off.  
Fault F12/F13:  
– Open the water supply all the  
way.  
Water intake fault.  
The time display  
shows fault FXX.  
– Clean the screen in the water  
supply valve (see User  
maintenance instructions).  
– The water pressure at the  
water connection is less than  
4.35 psi.  
Consult a plumber.  
Fault F11:  
– Clean the filter combination  
(see Cleaning and care).  
Water drainage fault.  
There might be water in  
the wash cabinet.  
– Clean the drain pump (see  
User maintenance  
instructions).  
– Clean the non-return valve  
(see User maintenance  
instructions).  
– Remove any kinks or high  
loops in the drain hose.  
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Frequently asked questions  
General problems with the dishwasher  
Problem  
Possible fault  
Solution  
The time display is  
dark.  
The dishwasher has gone Press any button to come  
into Standby mode to save out of Standby.  
energy.  
Only the Start/Stop  
indicator light flashes  
slowly.  
There are detergent  
residues in the  
The dispenser was wet  
when detergent was  
Make sure the dispenser is  
dry before adding  
detergent.  
dispenser at the end of added.  
a program.  
The detergent  
Detergent residue is  
Remove the detergent  
residue.  
dispenser flap cannot blocking the latch.  
be closed properly.  
The inside of the door This is normal!  
and/or the interior  
None.  
The moisture evaporates  
after some time.  
walls are wet after a  
program has finished.  
There is water in the  
wash cabinet at the  
end of a program.  
Before fixing the fault:  
– Press the K button to  
turn the dishwasher off.  
The triple filter in the wash Clean the triple filter (see  
cabinet is clogged.  
Cleaning and care).  
The drain pump or  
non-return valve is  
blocked.  
Clean the drain pump or  
the non-return valve (see  
User maintenance  
instructions).  
There is a kink in the drain Remove the kink.  
hose.  
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Frequently asked questions  
Sounds  
Problem  
Possible fault  
The spray arm is hitting an Interrupt the program,  
item in the basket. rearrange items blocking  
the spray arms.  
Items are not secure in the Interrupt the program, and  
Solution  
There is a knocking  
noise in the wash  
cabinet  
There is a rattling  
noise in the wash  
cabinet  
wash cabinet.  
rearrange loose pieces.  
A foreign object has  
become lodged in the  
drain pump.  
Remove the foreign object  
from the drain pump (see  
"Cleaning the drain pump  
and non-return valve")  
There is a knocking  
This may be caused by  
This has no effect on the  
dishwasher. If in doubt,  
contact a plumber.  
noise in the water line the installation or the  
diameter of the pipe.  
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Frequently asked questions  
Poor cleaning results  
Problem  
Possible fault  
Solution  
The dishes are not The dishes were not loaded See "Loading the  
clean.  
correctly.  
dishwasher".  
The program was not  
powerful enough.  
Select a more intensive  
program (see "Program  
Guide").  
Not enough detergent was  
dispensed.  
Use more detergent, or  
change the detergent.  
The spray arms are blocked. Turn the spray arms and  
rearrange the dishes if  
necessary.  
The triple filter in the wash  
cabinet is clogged or not  
correctly inserted.  
Clean the filter and insert it  
correctly.  
Clean the spray arm jets, if  
The spray arm jets might be required (see "Cleaning and  
clogged as a result. care").  
The non-return valve is stuck Clean the drain pump and  
open and blocked. Wash  
water will run back into the  
wash cabinet.  
the non-return valve (see  
"Cleaning and care").  
Glasses and  
The rinse aid dosage is set Reduce the dosage (see  
too high. "Rinse aid").  
cutlery show  
streaks. There is a  
bluish sheen on the  
surface of glasses  
and a film which  
can be wiped off.  
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Frequently asked questions  
Problem  
Possible fault  
Solution  
Dishes are not dry, The rinse aid setting may be Increase the dosage, refill  
glasses and  
cutlery are  
spotted.  
too low, or the rinse aid  
reservoir is empty.  
the reservoir or switch the  
rinse aid product when  
refilling (see "Rinse aid").  
Dishes were taken out too  
soon.  
Leave dishes in longer (see  
"Use").  
A "Tab" product was used.  
Change the detergent, or  
These products have a low refill the rinse aid (see "Rinse  
drying effect.  
aid").  
White residue is  
Not enough rinse aid was  
Increase the dosage (see  
"Setting the rinse aid  
dosage").  
visible on cutlery used.  
and dishes.  
Clouding occurs  
The salt container is empty. Refill the salt container (see  
"Filling the salt container").  
on glassware and  
cutlery; film can be  
wiped off.  
The salt container lid was not Reseat it making sure it  
correctly screwed on.  
screws back on correctly.  
Unsuitable "Tab" products  
were used.  
Use a different detergent.  
Use normal (powder or gel)  
detergent.  
The water softener is  
programmed on too low a  
setting.  
Program a higher water  
softener setting (see "Water  
softener").  
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Frequently asked questions  
Problem  
Possible fault  
Detergent deposits.  
Solution  
Glasses have a  
Change detergent right  
away.  
brown or blue  
discoloration; film  
cannot be wiped off.  
Glasses are dull and Glasses are not dishwasher There is no remedy.  
discolored; film  
safe. The surface is  
Only use dishwasher safe  
glasses.  
cannot be wiped off. affected.  
Tea or lipstick stains The wash temperature of  
Select a program with a  
have not been  
completely removed. too low.  
The detergent has a low  
the selected program was higher wash temperature.  
Use a different detergent.  
bleaching effect.  
Plastics are  
discolored.  
Natural dyes e.g. from  
carrots, tomatoes or  
Use more detergent (see  
"Detergent").  
ketchup may be the cause. Discoloration is permanent.  
Not enough detergent was  
used to break down natural  
dyes.  
There are rust stains The affected items are not There is no remedy!  
on cutlery.  
corrosion resistant.  
Use only dishwasher safe  
cutlery.  
No program was run after  
refilling salt. Salt residuals  
got in the wash cycle.  
Start the "Express" program  
without a load after refilling  
salt.  
The salt container lid was  
not screwed on properly.  
Reseat it making sure it  
screws back on correctly.  
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After sales service  
Repairs  
MieleCare  
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.  
(USA only)  
MieleCare, our Extended Service  
Contract program, gives you the  
assurance of knowing that your  
^ Please quote the model type and  
appliance investment is covered by  
5 years of worry free ownership.  
MieleCare is the only Extended Service  
Contract in the industry that guarantees  
repairs by a Miele Authorized Service  
Provider using genuine Miele parts.  
Only genuine Miele parts installed by  
factory trained professionals can  
guarantee the safety, reliability, and  
longevity of your Miele appliance.  
number of your appliance.  
These can be found on the data plate  
along the right edge of the door.  
PC Update  
The Program Correction (PC) allows a  
technician to update the dishwasher to  
make use of new technology.  
Please note that unless expressly  
approved in writing by Miele’s Service  
department, Extended Service  
Contracts offered by other providers for  
Miele products will not be recognized  
by Miele. Our goal is to prevent  
unauthorized (and untrained) service  
personnel from working on your Miele  
products, possibly doing further  
damage to them, you and/or your  
home.  
When, for example, technological  
developments offer advanced  
modifications to your existing program  
cycles a service technician will be able  
to input these into your machine  
controls via the indicator light marked  
PC. Miele will provide information when  
such possibilities become available.  
To learn more about MieleCare  
Extended Service Contracts, please  
contact your appliance dealer or visit  
us online at:  
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User Maintenance Instructions  
To prevent accidents  
and machine damage,  
read these instructions  
before  
installation or use.  
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Cleaning and Care  
Exterior  
Check and clean your dishwasher  
regularly. This will help avoid  
problems and faults.  
^ Only use a conditioner suitable for  
your kitchen cabinetry.  
^ Clean wood only with a damp cloth  
and wipe dry.  
,Abrasive cleaning agents,  
all-purpose cleaners, thinner or  
ammonia based cleaners should not  
be used on the dishwasher.  
Clean the exterior with a solution of  
warm water and liquid soap applied  
with a soft sponge. Dry with a soft  
cloth.  
They will damage the surface.  
Wash cabinet  
Glass cleaners may be used to  
clean the exterior. However do not  
allow them to sit or "puddle", this can  
cause damage to the surface.  
Remove the cleaner promptly.  
Generally, the wash cabinet is self  
cleaning if the correct amount of  
detergent is used.  
The wash cabinet can be cleaned with  
a dishwasher cleaner such as "Dis  
Cleaner" available from your Miele  
To better maintain your appliance  
avoid the following:  
– cleaners containing soda, ammonia,  
thinners, or chlorides  
Door and the door seal  
^ Wipe the door seals regularly with a  
– cleaners containing descaling  
agents or lime removers,  
damp cloth to remove food deposits.  
^ Food residue and spilled liquids  
should be wiped from the sides of the  
dishwasher door. These are outside of  
the wash cabinet and are not cleaned  
by water from the spray arms.  
– abrasive cleaners,  
– stainless steel cleaners,  
– dishwasher soap (powder),  
– caustic (oven) cleaners,  
– scouring pads, steel wool, hard  
brushes,  
Control panel  
^ The plastic control panel should only  
be wiped with a damp cloth or  
suitable cleaning agent designed for  
use on plastic.  
– metal scrapers,  
– steam cleaning products.  
, The appliance front and controls  
are not scratch proof.  
Remove spills immediately.  
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Cleaning and Care  
Triple filter system  
The triple filter system in the base of the  
wash cabinet prevents food from being  
redeposited on dishes. It also protects  
the circulation pump from damage  
caused by foreign objects (e.g. broken  
glass, bones). During normal use, the  
filter system is self-cleaning.  
,The machine must not be used  
without all the filters in place!  
^ Check and clean the filter system  
periodically for any trapped or  
foreign objects.  
^ Turn the handle counterclockwise to  
release the triple filter system a.  
The level of soiling and time it takes  
before the filters need cleaning will vary  
depending on your household usage.  
^ Lift the filter combination out of the  
machine b. Remove any solid  
particles and rinse under running  
water. Scrub with a nylon brush if  
necessary.  
^ Turn off the dishwasher before  
cleaning.  
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Cleaning and Care  
To clean the inside of the filter, the flap  
must be opened.  
^ Return the filter so it lies flat in the  
base of the wash cabinet.  
^ Push the clips together a and open  
the flap b.  
^ Lock the filter by turning the handle  
clockwise.  
^ Rinse under running water.  
,The triple filter system must be  
inserted and locked into place.  
Large particles could get in the  
circulation system and cause a  
blockage.  
^ Close the flap so that the clip  
engages.  
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Cleaning and Care  
Cleaning the spray arms  
Sometimes particles of food get stuck  
in the spray arm jets. The spray arms  
should be inspected and cleaned every  
4 - 6 months.  
^ Turn off the dishwasher before  
cleaning.  
Removing the spray arms  
^ Remove the cutlery tray (if present).  
^ Push the upper spray arm up to  
engage the inner ratchet and  
unscrew the spray arm.  
^ Pull the lower spray arm firmly  
upwards to remove.  
^ Lift up the middle spray arm, a, to  
engage the ratchet and unscrew the  
spray arm, b.  
^ Use a pointed object such as a  
toothpick to push food particles into  
the spray arm jets.  
^ Remove the lower basket.  
^ Rinse thoroughly under running  
water.  
^ Return the spray arms and check that  
they rotate freely.  
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Cleaning and Care  
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.  
^ Turn off the dishwasher and pull the  
plug.  
^ Remove the triple filter (see "Triple  
filter system").  
^ Use a cup or bowl to scoop water out  
of the wash cabinet.  
The drain pump is beneath the  
non-return valve (see arrow).  
^ Remove all foreign objects from the  
drain pump (glass or bone splinters).  
^ Before returning the non-return valve,  
check that the drain pump is not  
blocked. Spin the propeller several  
times in both directions to check for  
obstructions.  
^ Carefully reinsert the non-return valve  
and secure it with the locking clamp.  
,Make sure the locking clamp  
clicks into place!  
^ Tilt the locking clamp to the side a.  
^ Pull out the non-return valve b and  
rinse it under running water.  
^ Remove all foreign objects from the  
non-return valve.  
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Installation Instructions  
Please refer to the Installation Diagram supplied with these instructions.  
Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most  
current product specification, technical & warranty information.  
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Electrical connection  
,Installation, repairs and other  
work by unqualified persons could  
be dangerous.  
,Improper connection of the  
equipment grounding conductor  
can result in electric shock. Do  
not modify the plug provided with  
the appliance; if it will not fit the  
outlet, have a proper outlet  
Check that the voltage, frequency  
and fuse rating shown on the data  
plate match the household mains  
supply.  
installed by a qualified electrician.  
If there is any question  
concerning the proper electrical  
connection or grounding of this  
appliance to the power supply,  
please consult a licensed  
The power outlet must be accessible  
after installation. Do not use an  
extension cord to connect the  
dishwasher to the mains. Danger of  
overheating! See data plate on the  
right side of the door.  
electrician or call Miele’s  
Technical Service Department:  
U 1-800-999-1360  
A damaged power cord must only  
be replaced with a genuine Miele  
cord by a Miele service technician.  
V 1-800-565-6435  
Specifications  
The dishwasher comes equipped with a  
4 ft (1.2 m) power cord with a molded  
plug for connection to 120 V, 60 Hz,  
15 A grounded receptacle.  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE  
GROUNDED.  
In the event of a malfunction or  
breakdown, grounding will reduce the  
risk of electric shock by providing a  
path of least resistance for the electrical  
current. This appliance is equipped  
with a cord having an equipment  
grounding conductor and a grounding  
plug. The plug must be plugged into an  
appropriate outlet that is installed and  
grounded in accordance with all local  
codes and ordinances.  
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Electrical connection  
Hardwired electrical connection  
,Prior to making a hardwire  
connection to the terminal, remove  
the power cord. Otherwise there will  
be a risk of electric shock from the  
attached plug.  
It is possible to hardwire this appliance  
to an existing power cable.  
,CAUTION: Before servicing,  
disconnect the power supply by  
either removing the fuse, shutting off  
the power main or manually  
An existing flexible supply cord or  
cable shall have a minimum thickness  
of AWG 14.  
"tripping" the circuit breaker.  
120 V, 60 Hz, 15 A fuse rating  
Installation work and repairs should  
only be performed by a qualified  
technician in accordance with all  
applicable codes and standards.  
Repairs and service by unqualified  
persons could be dangerous and  
the manufacturer cannot be held  
responsible.  
Black wire (live):  
connect to L  
White wire (neutral): connect to N  
Green wire (ground): connect to -  
,After attaching the permanent  
power supply cord, check that all  
screws on the terminal block and the  
strain relief are tightened.  
Before connecting the appliance to  
the power supply, make sure that  
the voltage and frequency listed on  
the data plate correspond with the  
household electrical supply. This  
data must correspond to prevent  
machine damage. Consult an  
electrician if in doubt.  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE  
GROUNDED.  
This appliance must be connected to a  
grounded metal, permanent wiring  
system, or an equipment-grounding  
conductor must be run with the circuit  
conductors and connected to the  
equipment-grounding terminal or lead  
on the appliance.  
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Plumbing  
Connection to the water  
supply  
– Water pressure: Must be between  
4.5 - 145 psi (0.3 - 10 bar).  
– If the water pressure if lower, a  
"Water Intake" notification will be  
shown. See "Frequently Asked  
Questions" for more information.  
,Installation, repairs and other  
work by unqualified persons could  
be dangerous.  
– If the water pressure is higher than  
shown, a pressure reducing valve  
must be used.  
,Do not drink water from the  
dishwasher!  
Ensure that the water connection is  
secure after the first use.  
– The dishwasher can heat its own  
water to the temperature required by  
the wash program. This allows for  
connection of the machine to either a  
hot (max. 140°F / 60°C) or cold water  
source.  
,To prevent damage to the  
dishwasher, it must only be  
connected to a fully vented drainage  
system.  
For lowest energy consumption you  
may connect the dishwasher to a  
cold water source.  
For fastest possible wash times, with  
slightly higher energy consumption,  
connect the dishwasher to a hot  
water source.  
,Do not cut the intake hose. If the  
hose is cut, the dishwasher will not  
work. There will be a water leak. If  
the hose is too long, coil it neatly  
and place it behind or under the  
machine.  
– The inlet hose is approximately 5 ft.  
(1.5 m) long.  
– The water inlet hose comes  
equipped with an inlet hose ending  
with a 3/8" female compression  
fitting. This can be directly  
connected to a water supply valve or  
to an appropriate coupling.  
If not connected directly to a water  
supply valve, an appropriate  
adapter (not included) is required.  
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Plumbing  
Drainage  
– The drain hose must not be  
shortened.  
– 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.  
,Make sure the hose is not kinked  
or cut when pushing the machine  
under the countertop.  
– The dishwasher is equipped with a  
5 ft (1.5 m) flexible drain hose with an  
internal diameter of 7/8" (22 mm).  
Venting the drainage system  
If the dishwasher drain hose is  
connected to a floor drain or to a drain  
pipe that is less than 8" (20 cm) above  
the floor, the drain must be vented.  
Otherwise the water inside the  
dishwasher may siphon out during the  
wash program.  
– Drain hose extensions and adapters  
can be ordered from Miele.  
The maximum drain hose length is  
13 ft. (4 m), max. drain height: 39"  
(1 m).  
– Use the clamp provided to attach the ^ Open the dishwasher door and  
hose to the dishwashers P trap or  
disposal connection (see the  
"Installation Diagram").  
remove the lower basket.  
^ Pull the lower spray arm firmly  
upwards to remove.  
The hose must always be attached  
on the sink side of the P trap.  
When attaching the hose to a  
garbage disposal fitting, make sure  
the plug which is normally blocking  
the fitting is knocked out or  
removed.  
– The hose can be angled to the left or  
right side at the rear of the machine.  
– The existing nipple that the drain  
hose is connected to may be  
^ Cut off the vent cap located at the  
right rear of the triple filter system, as  
illustrated.  
designed for various hose diameters.  
If the nipple diameter is to large or to  
small it should be replaced or an  
adapter may be used. If the nipple  
extends more than 2" (50 mm) into  
the drain hose it should be  
shortened, or the hose could clog.  
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Noise measurement  
General requirements for measuring noise  
The dishwasher must be loaded with 16 place settings and the Normal program  
must be used.  
Installation requirements for measuring noise  
The dishwasher must be installed as follows:.  
^ Install the dishwasher into an appropriate housing unit.  
^ Secure the front panel.  
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Noise measurement  
^ Push the insulation mat supplied (depending on model) under the plinth until it  
is up against the appliance feet a.  
^ Attach the toe-kick so that it is flush with the door front b.  
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