MIELE G 818 SCVI User Manual

Operating instructions  
Incognito  
G 818 SCVi  
To prevent accidents  
and machine damage,  
read these instructions  
before  
UV  
installation or use.  
M.-Nr. 05 620 631  
Contents  
Operation  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING –  
Do not use an extension cord to  
connect this appliance to  
When using your dishwasher, follow  
basic precautions, including the  
following:  
electricity. Extension cords do not  
guarantee the required safety of the  
appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).  
Be certain your appliance is  
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 manufacturer cannot be  
held responsible for damages caused  
by the lack, or inadequacy, of an  
effective grounding system.  
Read all instructions before  
installation or use of the dishwasher  
to prevent injury and machine  
damage.  
The manufacturer cannot be held  
responsible for damage or injury  
caused by improper use of this  
appliance.  
Use the dishwasher only for its  
intended purpose. This appliance is  
intended for residential use only.  
Installation  
Keep these operating instructions in  
a safe place and pass them on to  
any future user.  
Installation and repair work should  
be performed by a Miele  
authorized service technician. Work by  
unqualified persons could be  
dangerous and could void the warranty.  
, WARNING - Fire hazard  
Do not cover or crush the plug of  
an electric appliance. Ensure that the  
cabinet opening for the dishwasher  
provides ample space for the plug.  
Installing the dishwasher in a tight  
space may crimp the power cord or put  
pressure on the plug which may cause  
overheating.  
Electrical safety  
Before installation make sure that  
the voltage and frequency listed on  
the data plate correspond with the  
household electrical supply. This data  
must correspond to prevent injury and  
machine damage. Consult a qualified  
electrician if in doubt.  
Before installation or service,  
disconnect the power supply to the  
work area by unplugging the unit,  
“tripping” the circuit breaker or  
removing the fuse.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
This equipment is not designed for Use  
maritime use or for use in mobile  
Only use the dishwasher if all  
installations such as recreational  
panels are properly in place.  
vehicles or aircraft. However, under  
certain conditions it may be possible for  
an installation in these applications.  
Please contact the nearest Miele dealer  
or the Miele Technical Service  
Do not tamper  
with the controls.  
To reduce the risk of injury, do not  
allow children to play in, on, or  
near the dishwasher.  
Department with specific requirements.  
Inspect the dishwasher for  
shipping damage. Do not install or  
operate a damaged unit. Contact the  
place of purchase.  
Do not damage, sit, or stand on the  
door or baskets of the dishwasher.  
Under certain conditions, hydrogen  
gas may be produced in a hot  
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,  
bags etc. are disposed of safely  
and kept out of the reach of children.  
Danger of suffocation!  
water system that has not been used  
for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN  
GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water  
system has 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.  
This dishwasher should only be  
installed under a continuous  
countertop secured to adjacent  
cabinetry.  
Do not install this dishwasher  
beneath a cooking surface, oven or  
any appliance that radiates heat.  
High temperatures from these units may  
damage the dishwasher.  
Do not wash plastic items unless  
they are labeled "dishwasher safe"  
or the equivalent. For items not labeled,  
check the manufacturer’s  
Do not, under any circumstances  
cut the intake hose or submerge in  
liquid. This hose contains electrical  
components that could cause injury or  
property damage if cut or submerged.  
recommendations.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
When loading tableware, place  
sharp items away from the door  
seal to prevent damage to the seal.  
Load knives pointing downwards to  
prevent injuries.  
Disposal of an appliance  
If the appliance is removed from its  
installation and will not be used,  
the door to the wash cabinet should be  
removed to prevent children from being  
Only use detergents and rinse aids locked in the machine. When  
recommended for residential  
dishwashers. Keep all detergents and  
rinse aids out of the reach of children.  
discarding an old dishwasher, unplug it  
from the power outlet, remove the door  
to the wash cabinet and cut off the  
power cord.  
Do not drink water from the  
dishwasher! Harmful residues  
could be present.  
SAVE THESE  
For dishwashers with a visible  
heating element  
INSTRUCTIONS  
Do not touch the heating element  
during or immediately after use.  
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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES  
AVERTISSEMENT –  
Lorsque vous utilisez votre  
lave-vaisselle, veuillez prendre des  
précautions essentielles, y compris  
ce qui suit.  
Sécurité électrique  
Avant l’installation, assurez-vous  
que la tension et la fréquence  
indiquées sur la plaque signalétique  
correspondent bien à celles de  
l’alimentation électrique de la résidence  
afin de prévenir les blessures et d’éviter  
d’endommager l’appareil. Dans le  
doute, consultez un électricien qualifié.  
Lisez attentivement l’ensemble des  
consignes avant d’installer ou  
d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle afin de  
prévenir les blessures et éviter  
d’endommager l’appareil.  
Avant de procéder à l’installation  
ou à des travaux d’entretien,  
coupez l’alimentation électrique, soit en  
débranchant l’appareil, soit en faisant  
basculer le disjoncteur, soit en enlevant  
le fusible.  
Le fabricant ne peut être tenu  
responsable des dommages ou  
blessures causés par une utilisation  
inappropriée de l’appareil.  
N’utilisez pas de rallonge pour  
brancher l’appareil à la source  
d’alimentation électrique. Les rallonges  
ne garantissent pas la sécurité requise  
pour l’appareil - si vous utilisez une  
rallonge, cela peut causer une  
surchauffe.  
Utilisez le lave-vaisselle uniquement  
aux fins auxquelles il a été conçu.  
Cet appareil est destiné à un usage  
domestique uniquement.  
Assurez-vous que votre appareil  
est installé correctement et mis à la  
terre par un technicien qualifié. Pour  
garantir la sécurité électrique de  
l’appareil, il faut le raccorder à une  
installation de mise à la terre  
Conservez ces instructions dans un  
lieu sûr et transmettez-les à tout  
utilisateur ultérieur.  
appropriée. Il est essentiel de respecter  
cette exigence de sécurité élémentaire.  
Dans le doute, faites vérifier  
l’installation électrique de la résidence  
par un électricien qualifié. Le fabricant  
ne peut être tenu responsable de  
dommages causés par l’absence d’une  
installation de mise à la terre ou une  
installation déficiente.  
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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES  
Installation  
Vérifiez si votre lave-vaisselle n’a  
pas subi de dommage lors du  
transport. N’installez pas et n’utilisez  
pas un appareil endommagé.  
Communiquez avec le point de vente  
où vous l’avez acheté.  
L’installation et les réparations  
devraient être effectuées  
uniquement par un technicien de  
service autorisé Miele. Les travaux  
effectués par des personnes non  
qualifiées peuvent s’avérer dangereux  
et annuler la garantie.  
Assurez-vous de vous débarrasser  
correctement des emballages,  
sacs, matières plastiques et autres et  
de les tenir hors la portée de bébés et  
d’enfants. Risque de suffocation!  
, ATTENTION - Risque d’incendie  
Ne recouvrez et n’écrasez jamais  
la fiche d’un appareil électrique.  
Assurez-vous que dans l’espace  
occupé par le lave-vaisselle, il y a  
Le lave-vaisselle doit être installé  
uniquement sous un comptoir  
suffisamment d’espace pour la fiche. Si continu fixé à des armoires adjacentes.  
vous installez le lave-vaisselle dans un  
N’installez pas ce modèle de  
espace trop petit, le cordon  
lave-vaisselle sous une surface de  
d’alimentation pourrrait être comprimé  
cuisson, un four ou tout autre appareil  
ou une pression pourrait être exercée  
qui diffuse de la chaleur.  
sur la fiche, ce qui risque de causer  
Les hautes températures émanant de  
une surchauffe.  
ces appareils pourraient endommager  
Cet appareil n’est pas conçu pour  
être utilisé sur un bateau ou dans  
des engins mobiles, comme des avions  
ou des véhicules récréatifs. Toutefois,  
son installation est possible dans  
certaines circonstances. Veuillez  
communiquer vos exigences  
particulières au détaillant Miele le plus  
près de chez vous ou au Service  
technique.  
le lave-vaisselle.  
En aucun cas, vous ne devez  
couper le tuyau d’arrivée d’eau ou  
l’immerger, car il contient des  
composants électriques qui pourraient  
causer des blessures ou des  
dommages matériels.  
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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES  
Utilisation  
Au moment de charger la vaisselle,  
ne disposez pas les articles  
coupants à proximité du joint  
d’étanchéité de la porte afin d’éviter de  
l’endommager. Placez les couteaux  
avec la pointe vers le bas afin d’éviter  
les blessures.  
N’utilisez le lave-vaisselle que  
lorsque tous les panneaux sont  
bien en place.  
Ne jouez pas avec les  
commandes.  
Afin de diminuer le risque de  
blessures, ne laissez pas les  
enfants jouer près de l’appareil ni  
monter dedans ou dessus.  
Utilisez seulement les détergents  
et les produits de rinçage  
recommandés pour les lave-vaisselle à  
usage domestique. Conservez tous ces  
produits hors de la portée d’enfants.  
Évitez de malmener la porte ou les  
paniers du lave-vaisselle ou de  
vous y appuyer ou asseoir.  
Ne consommez pas l’eau du  
lave-vaisselle! Elle peut contenir  
des résidus dangereux.  
Dans certaines circonstances, un  
système d’eau chaude qui n’a pas  
servi durant deux semaines ou  
Lave-vaisselle munis d’un élément  
chauffant visible  
davantage peut produire de  
l’hydrogène. L’HYDROGÈNE EST UN  
GAZ EXPLOSIF. Si le système d’eau  
chaude n’a pas servi durant une telle  
période, ouvrez tous les robinets d’eau  
chaude et laissez l’eau couler plusieurs  
minutes avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle.  
Cette action libérera l’hydrogène qui  
aura pu s’y accumuler. Entre-temps,  
abstenez-vous de fumer et n’utilisez  
pas de flamme nue.  
Ne touchez pas l’élément chauffant  
pendant ou immédiatement après  
l’utilisation.  
Mise au rebut de l’appareil  
Si vous désinstallez l’appareil et  
comptez ne plus vous en servir,  
détachez-en la porte pour éviter que  
des enfants s’y retrouvent enfermés.  
Lorsque vous mettez un lave-vaisselle  
au rebut, débranchez-le de la source  
d’alimentation électrique, détachez-en  
la porte et coupez le cordon  
Ne lavez pas des articles en  
plastique qui ne portent pas la  
mention "va au lave-vaisselle" ou une  
formulation équivalente. Consultez les  
recommandations du fabricant pour les  
articles qui ne portent aucune mention  
à cet égard.  
d’alimentation.  
CONSERVEZ  
CES CONSIGNES  
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Caring for the environment  
Energy saving washing  
This dishwasher is exceptionally  
economical in the use of water and  
electricity. For best results follow these  
tips:  
^ For lowest energy consumption and  
the gentlest washing of china and  
crystal, connect the dishwasher to a  
cold water source.  
^ For fastest possible wash times, yet  
higher energy consumption, connect  
the dishwasher to a hot water source.  
^ Make full use of the baskets without  
overloading for the most economical  
washing.  
^ Choose a program that best suits the  
degree of soiling and the type of  
dishes being washed.  
^ For small loads:  
Select the "Top Solo" feature (see  
"Additional features").  
^ Use the correct amounts of detergent  
and rinse aid.  
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Guide to the dishwasher  
Wash cabinet  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Upper spray arm (not visible)  
8
9
Detergent dispenser  
Data plate  
Cutlery tray  
Upper basket  
10 Control panel  
Water feed for middle spray arm  
Middle spray arm  
Lower spray arm  
Rinse aid reservoir  
11 Optic indicator  
12 Salt reservoir  
13 Triple Filter System  
14 Four height adjustable feet  
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Guide to the dishwasher  
Control panel  
15 On button / Indicator  
16 Off button  
19 Top Solo button / Indicator  
20 Check / Refill indicators  
21 Program list  
17 Delay Start display  
18 Delay Start button  
22 Program selection buttons /  
indicators  
Note:  
Remove the protective film from the  
program list before the first use.  
Every dishwasher is tested before leaving the factory. Any water remaining in  
the machine is from these tests and does not indicate that the machine has  
been used.  
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Before using for the first time  
To open the door  
To close the door  
^ Push the baskets in.  
^ Lift the door and push until it clicks  
into position.  
^ Pull the handle.  
If the door is opened during operation,  
the dishwasher will stop running. Once  
the door is closed the program will  
restart.  
Instructions on how to open the  
dishwasher if a door panel has not  
yet been installed can be found in  
the Installation Instructions.  
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Before using for the first time  
Water softener  
If your water hardness is consistently  
lower than 8 gr/gal (140 ppm), you do  
not need to add dishwasher salt.  
However, the dishwasher must still be  
programmed to correspond with the  
local water hardness.  
To achieve good cleaning results, the  
dishwasher needs soft water. Hard  
water results in calcium deposits on  
dishware and in the dishwasher.  
If your tap water hardness is above  
8 gr/gal (values are in US gallons)  
(140 ppm), the water should be  
softened. This takes place  
Where the water hardness fluctuates  
e.g. between 9 - 17 gr/gal (160 - 310  
ppm), always program the machine to  
the higher value, 17 gr/gal (310 ppm) in  
this example.  
automatically in the unit’s integrated  
water softener.  
– Your local water authority will be able If there is a fault, it will help the service  
to advise you of the water hardness  
level in your area.  
technician to know the hardness of your  
local water supply.  
– The dishwasher must be  
^ Please note your water hardness:  
programmed to correspond to the  
water hardness in your area.  
gr/gal  
– The water softener must be filled with  
dishwasher salt for reactivation.  
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Before using for the first time  
Programming the water softener  
1 - 14 gr/gal:  
Your water hardness level must be  
programmed into the dishwasher using  
the buttons on the control panel.  
An indicator corresponding to a preset  
water hardness will light (see Table 1).  
Table 1:  
The programming can be canceled  
and restarted at any time by turning  
the dishwasher off using the "Off"  
button, (16).  
gr/gal*  
1 - 4**  
5 - 7  
8
ppm  
Button  
a
20 - 70  
90 - 130  
140  
b
c
^ Open the door.  
9 - 11 160 - 200  
12 - 14 220 - 250  
d
e
^ Turn off the dishwasher.  
^ Press and hold the a and c buttons  
and at the same time turn on the  
dishwasher with the "On" (15) button.  
* US gallons  
** factory preset  
If this value corresponds with the water  
hardness in your area:  
^ Release all buttons.  
The "Salt" and b indicators will flash.  
If this is not the case, the above steps  
must be repeated.  
^ Turn off the dishwasher.  
If you need to program a different water  
hardness:  
^ Press the b button.  
The b indicator goes out and the "Salt"  
indicator will flash.  
^ Press the button, which corresponds  
with your water hardness (see  
Table 1).  
If your water hardness is greater  
than 14 gr/gal (250 ppm) proceed to  
the next page.  
The "Salt" and b indicators will flash.  
^ Press the f button twice.  
The "Salt" and f indicators will flash.  
The new water hardness is set.  
^ Turn off the dishwasher.  
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Before using for the first time  
15 - 70 gr/gal:  
Checking the programmed water  
hardness  
^ Press the f button.  
The f indicator will light.  
^ Open the door.  
^ Turn off the dishwasher.  
An indicator corresponding to a preset  
water hardness will light (see Table 2).  
^ Press and hold the a and c buttons.  
At the same time turn on the  
dishwasher with the "On" (15) button.  
Table 2:  
gr/gal  
ppm  
Button  
a
^ Release all buttons.  
15 - 16 270 - 280  
17 - 21 300 - 370  
22 - 24 390 - 430  
25 - 31 450 - 560  
32 - 70 570 - 1260  
The "Salt" and b indicators will flash.  
If this is not the case, the above steps  
must be repeated.  
b
c
d
^ Press the b button.  
e
The b indicator will go out and the  
"Salt" indicator will flash.  
If this value corresponds with the water  
hardness in your area:  
The programmed water hardness is  
indicated by:  
^ Turn off the dishwasher.  
If you need to program a different water  
hardness:  
1 - 14 gr/gal  
Corresponding indicator is lit, (see  
Table 1).  
^ Press the button which corresponds  
to your water hardness (see Table 2).  
^ If an indicator is not lit, press the f  
button.  
The "Salt" and b indicators will flash.  
^ Press the f button twice.  
15 - 70 gr/gal  
The "Salt" and f indicators will flash.  
The new water hardness is set.  
^ Turn off the dishwasher.  
The f indicator and an additional  
corresponding indicator is lit (see Table  
2).  
^ Turn off the dishwasher.  
16  
 
Before using for the first time  
Filling the salt reservoir  
To fill the salt reservoir:  
If your water hardness level is greater  
than 8 gr/gal, the salt reservoir should  
be filled before the first use and when  
the "Salt" indicator lights.  
^ Remove the lower basket.  
^ Unscrew and remove the salt  
reservoir cap located on the floor of  
the wash cabinet.  
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 reservoir.  
The salt reservoir must be filled with  
2 quarts (2 l) of water before adding  
salt for the first time. Water does  
not have to be added with  
The proper salt can be purchased from  
your Miele dealer or Miele.  
subsequent refills.  
,Inadvertently filling the salt  
reservoir with dishwashing  
detergent will damage the water  
softener.  
^ Carefully fill with salt. The salt  
reservoir holds approximately 4.5 lbs  
(2 kg) of salt. As it is filled, water will  
run out.  
^ Clean any excess salt from the  
threads of the reservoir opening.  
^ Screw the cap on firmly.  
^ If the dishwasher will not be used  
immediately, run the "Rinse & Hold"  
program. This will remove any traces  
of salt from inside the wash cabinet.  
17  
Before using for the first time  
Salt indicator  
Bypassing the salt indicator  
When the salt reservoir is empty, the  
"Salt-PC" indicator will light, indicating  
that it should be refilled with  
reactivation salt.  
If your water is soft (below 8 gr/gal) the  
salt reservoir should not be filled with  
salt. The indicator will remain lit and  
should be disregarded or bypassed.  
^ Remove the salt reservoir cap.  
Looking into the salt reservoir, you will  
see the top of the float chamber on the  
right hand side, a.  
After the reservoir has been filled, the  
water softener is automatically  
reactivated the next time the  
dishwasher is started. The "Salt"  
indicator will be lit during this process.  
^ Using a screwdriver, carefully pivot  
the float chamber towards the center  
of the reservoir.  
^ Using needle nose pliers, pull the  
cap, b, off of the float chamber, and  
remove the float, c.  
Replace the float chamber cap, push  
the chamber back into its upright  
position, and replace the salt reservoir  
cap. The "Salt" indicator should no  
longer be lit.  
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Before using for the first time  
Rinse aid  
Rinse aid is recommended to prevent  
spotting on dishes and glassware.  
,Filling the rinse aid reservoir with  
detergent will damage the reservoir.  
Only pour rinse aid formulated for  
residential dishwashers into the  
reservoir.  
Adding rinse aid  
^ Pour liquid rinse aid into the reservoir  
until it is visible on the surface of the  
screen.  
^ Press on the flap until you hear it  
click shut. Failure to close it all the  
way will allow water to enter the  
reservoir during the wash program.  
^ Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. The  
flap will remain closed during normal  
operation.  
^ Add rinse aid before the first use and  
whenever the "Rise aid" indicator  
lights.  
^ Press the button in the direction of  
the arrow until the flap springs open.  
19  
 
Before using for the first time  
Adjusting the dosage  
Rinse aid indicator  
The dosage selector is preset to 3. This The rinse aid indicator on the control  
dispenses approximately 3 ml of rinse  
aid per program. It can be adjusted  
from 1 to 6.  
panel will light when the rinse aid  
reservoir needs refilling.  
When the indicator first comes on, there  
will be enough rinse aid left for 2 - 3  
washes.  
^ Use a higher setting if spots appear  
on dry glassware.  
^ Use a lower setting if streaking  
appears on dishes or glasses.  
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Loading the dishwasher  
^ 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.  
Wax, grease and paint will cause  
permanent discoloration or 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 in the dishwasher.  
Do not rinse dishes.  
^ Load dishes so that water can reach  
all surfaces. Do not place dishes and  
cutlery inside other pieces.  
^ Hollow items such as cups and  
glasses should be placed upside  
down in the upper basket.  
^ Concave based items, such as mugs  
or bowls, should be placed at an  
angle so that water does not pool.  
^ To ensure good water coverage tall,  
narrow, hollow pieces, such as a  
vase, should be placed in the center  
of the basket, rather than in the  
corners.  
^ Small cups and glasses should be  
placed on the cup racks. Taller mugs  
and glasses can be placed beneath  
the rack.  
^ Place very small items in the cutlery  
tray or basket so they do not fall to  
the bottom of the wash cabinet.  
21  
 
Loading the dishwasher  
Items not recommended for  
dishwashing  
Glassware:  
– There are no standard guidelines for  
washing glassware but, when in  
doubt wash by hand.  
– Cutlery with wooden handles.  
– Wooden cutting boards.  
– Wash delicate glassware with a low  
temperature program and without the  
extended drying feature to reduce  
the risk of clouding. See the  
– Glued items such as old knives with  
handles glued together around the  
shank of the blade.  
"Program guide".  
– Hand made craft items, antique,  
metal trimmed or decorative  
glassware.  
– If crystal or delicate glasses will be  
washed frequently, connect the  
dishwasher to cold, rather than hot  
water.  
– Lead crystal.  
– Copper, brass, tin or pewter.  
– Clouding or etching may occur on  
glasses after frequent washing.  
– Plastic items that are not heat  
resistant.  
– When purchasing new dishes,  
glasses and cutlery, make sure they  
are dishwasher safe.  
– Dishes with color painted over the  
glaze. These dishes may fade over  
time.  
Silver and aluminum:  
– Cast iron pots and pans.  
– 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.  
– If left to dry, foods containing sulfur  
can discolor silver. These include  
egg yolk, onions, mayonnaise,  
mustard, fish and marinades.  
– Silverware may tarnish or pit if  
washed next to stainless steel.  
Leave space between these metals.  
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Loading the dishwasher  
Cutlery tray (SC units)  
Spoon heads should be placed in  
contact with at least one of the serrated  
retainers of the cutlery tray to ensure  
that water runs off freely.  
The removable cutlery tray makes  
unloading flatware easy. Simply carry  
the cutlery tray to where the flatware is  
stored and put the entire basket away  
in one trip.  
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 and  
forks with the prongs between the  
holders. Spoons should be placed in  
the opposite direction with the handles  
between the holders.  
Longer items such as soup ladles, cake  
slices, mixing spoons and long knives  
should be placed lengthwise in the  
indentation of the cutlery tray.  
Spoons with thick handles may have to  
be placed as knives and forks with their  
heads in the holders.  
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Loading the dishwasher  
Upper basket  
Adjusting the upper basket  
On select models, the upper basket  
can be raised or lowered to  
accommodate tall items.  
^ Slide out the upper basket.  
Load the upper basket with small,  
lightweight, or delicate items such as  
cups, saucers, glasses, dessert bowls  
and flat pans.  
^ Pull up the levers at the sides of the  
upper basket and adjust the basket  
height.  
^ Release the levers and the basket will  
lock in place.  
The basket can also be angled to fit tall  
items in both, the lower and upper  
baskets. The angles should not be set  
to opposite extremes. This will block the  
middle spray arm. Take care when  
sliding the basket in and out in this  
position.  
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Loading the dishwasher  
Adjustable cup racks  
Raise the rack to make room for tall  
glasses. Lower it to double stack  
smaller pieces.  
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Loading the dishwasher  
Lower basket  
Foldable spikes  
The lower basket glassware insert is  
designed for washing tall glasses. Tall  
glasses are held securely by the  
vertical supports.  
Two rows of spikes can be folded  
down, to create more room for larger  
dishware e.g. pots, pans and bowls.  
^ Press on the yellow levers, a, to fold  
The glassware insert can be removed  
to accommodate larger and heavier  
items such as plates, serving platters,  
sauce pans and bowls.  
down the spikes, b.  
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Basket accessories  
Additional inserts for the upper and lower baskets may be purchased from your  
Miele dealer or the Miele Technical Service Department.  
Tall Glassware Insert  
To wash a large number of glasses,  
attaches to the lower basket.  
Upper Basket Glassware Insert  
To wash long stemmed glassware,  
attaches to the upper basket.  
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Operation  
Adding detergent  
,Dishwasher detergents contain  
irritant and corrosive ingredients.  
Keep children away from detergent.  
Do not fill the detergent dispenser  
until you are ready to start the  
dishwasher.  
Only use powder detergents or  
tablets formulated for residential  
dishwashers. The use of gel or liquid  
detergent is not recommended.  
Never fill the detergent dispenser to  
capacity.  
Do not use more than the  
recommended amount of detergent.  
Continued use of too much  
detergent may cause machine  
damage.  
The horizontal marks in Compartment II  
indicate levels of approximately 1 1/4,  
1 3/4 and 2 tablespoons (20, 25 and  
30 ml) respectively.  
^ With the dishwasher door fully open  
fill compartment II with 2 tablespoons  
(30 ml) of powder detergent or one  
detergent tablet.  
^ Close the cover. The cover will  
always open at the end of a wash  
program except in "Rinse & Hold".  
2 tablespoons (30 ml) of detergent is  
enough for most normally soiled loads.  
For heavily soiled loads, or if food has  
dried on the dishes, a program  
containing a prewash cycle should be  
selected. Add an extra tablespoon (15  
ml) of detergent to compartment I.  
Less detergent is needed in homes with  
very soft water and when washing  
lightly soiled dishes.  
^ To open, press the latch on the  
detergent dispenser.  
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Operation  
Running the dishwasher  
Waterproof System  
^ Open the door.  
All Miele dishwashers are specially  
designed to shut off the water intake  
and drain the wash cabinet in the rare  
event of an internal water valve failure.  
^ Make sure the spray arms are not  
blocked.  
^ Turn on the dishwasher using the  
"On" button (15).  
For this feature to be active, the  
machine must be "On" (not necessarily  
running), and the door must be closed.  
^ Select a wash program using the  
program selection buttons (22). The  
selected program indicator will light.  
At the end of a program  
^ Refer to the "Program guide" for  
details.  
At the end of a program the optic  
indicator will flash.  
^ Select "Top Solo" or "Delay Start" if  
desired. See "Additional features".  
The optic indicator will go out after an  
hour, or sooner if the door is opened.  
^ Close the door.  
After a program has ended:  
The red optic indicator will come on.  
The program will begin.  
^ Open the door.  
The optic indicator and the program  
indicator will go out.  
Do not end a program prematurely!  
Important program steps could be  
omitted (e.g. reactivating the water  
softener).  
^ Press the "Off" button (16).  
Allow dishes to cool before unloading.  
It is advisable to turn off the water  
supply if the dishwasher will not be  
used for a period of time (e.g. while  
vacationing).  
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Operation  
Interrupting a program  
Changing a program  
A program is interrupted as soon as the If the door has not been closed yet:  
door is opened.  
^ Press the program button of the new  
If the door is closed, the program will  
program.  
continue from where it was interrupted.  
^ Close the door.  
The optic indicator will come on.  
,Water in the dishwasher may be  
hot. There is a danger of being  
burned!  
The program will begin.  
If the door has already been closed  
and the program is running:  
Only open the door if absolutely  
necessary.  
^ Open the door.  
^ Press the "Off" button (16).  
^ Press the "On" button (15).  
^ Select a new program using the  
program selection buttons (22).  
^ Close the door.  
The optic indicator will come on.  
The new program will begin.  
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Operation  
Program guide  
Program  
When to use  
Program cycle  
Pre- Main Interim Final Dry-  
wash wash rinse rinse ing  
1 2  
1 2  
Pots & Pans For heavily soiled pots and pans with dried on food  
Main wash temperature 170 °F (75 °C)  
Run-time 125 min  
X X  
X
X
X
-
X
X
X
X
Sani Wash  
Extended wash time  
-
X
X X  
For sanitizing normally soiled dishware with dried  
on food  
Main wash temperature 150 °F (65 °C)  
Run-time 131 min  
Normal Plus Higher wash temperature helps to clean  
normally soiled dishware with stubborn dried on  
food or greasy residues  
X X  
X X  
X
X
X
-
-
X
X
Main wash temperature 150 °F (65 °C)  
Run-time 123 min  
1)  
Normal  
For normal soiled dishware  
Main wash temperature 130 °F (55 °C)  
Run-time 118 min  
X
X
X
X
X
X
China &  
"Gentle program"  
-
-
X
X
X -  
Crystal o  
For lightly soiled and heat sensitive tableware  
Main wash temperature 115 °F (45 °C)  
Run-time 65 min  
Rinse & Hold For rinsing dishes when a complete cycle is not needed  
-
-
-
-
-
Run-time 11 min  
1) Standard for Energy Label  
When washing a full load in Pots & Pans, Sani Wash and the Normal programs use at least 2  
tablespoons (30 ml) of detergent.  
For the Pots & Pans program add an additional teaspoon (5 ml) to compartment I.  
1
If "Top Solo" is selected, reduce the amount of detergent to 1 / tablespoons (20 ml).  
4
Program times are based on a hot water connection. If the unit is connected to cold water, program  
times will increase by approximately 25 minutes.  
Usage:  
Electric: 0.06 - 2.4 (kWh)  
Water: 1.3 - 5.5 US gallons (5 - 21 L)  
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Operation  
Additional features  
"Top Solo" (2)  
Using "Top Solo" will save water and  
energy.  
^ Press the "On" button (15).  
The "On" indicator (15) will light.  
This program is recommended when  
there is only a small load to clean. "Top  
Solo" can be selected with all  
programs.  
^ Select a program using the program  
selection buttons (22).  
The selected program indicator will  
light.  
With this feature, water is directed only  
to the top and middle spray arms. This  
means that the water jets are only  
aimed at items in the upper basket and  
the cutlery tray.  
^ Press the 2 (19) button.  
The 2 (19) indicator will light.  
"Delay Start" may also be selected at  
this time (see next page).  
The middle spray arm also directs  
water downwards, so lightly soiled  
plates or platters can be placed in the  
lower basket.  
When using this program, do not place  
bowls or other hollow containers in the  
lower basket.  
^ Close the door.  
The optic indicator will come on.  
The program will begin.  
Because a smaller load is being  
washed the amount of detergent used  
can be reduced to 1 1/4 tablespoons.  
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Operation  
Delay start (d)  
^ Press the "On" button (15).  
The start time of a program can be  
delayed from 1 to 9 hours.  
The "On" indicator (15) will light.  
^ Select a program using the program  
The delay start is set in one hour steps.  
selection buttons (22).  
The selected program indicator will  
lights.  
When using delay start, make sure  
the detergent compartment is dry  
before adding detergent. Wipe dry if  
necessary.  
^ Press the d (18) button.  
1 will appear in the delay start display  
(17). A delayed start time of one hour is  
set.  
^ Press the d button (18) until the  
desired delayed start time appears in  
the time display (17).  
The delay start is set in one hour steps  
up to 9 hours. If the "Delay Start" d (18)  
button is pressed after the 9 hour mark  
the delay start feature will be canceled  
and must be reselected.  
^ The "Top Solo" feature may also be  
selected at this time (see previous  
page).  
^ Close the door.  
Once the delay start period has  
elapsed, the selected program will  
begin automatically.  
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Operation  
To start a program before the delay  
start period has elapsed:  
^ Open the door.  
^ Press the "Off" button (16).  
^ Press the "On" button (15).  
^ Select a program using the program  
selection buttons.  
^ Select "Top Solo", if needed.  
^ Close the door.  
The optic indicator will come on.  
The program will begin.  
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Operation  
Extend drying  
The extended drying is on:  
if the a indicator is not lit.  
If desired drying results are not  
consistently achieved, the heating  
element can be activated to heat at the  
end of a program.  
The extended drying is off:  
if the a indicator is lit.  
^ Press the a button to change the  
The "Extended drying" feature can also  
be activated to prevent condensation  
from collecting on the steam deflector.  
setting.  
The a indicator will light or go out  
accordingly.  
^ Press the f button twice to store the  
Turning extended drying on/off:  
new setting.  
^ Open the door.  
^ Turn off the dishwasher.  
^ Turn off the dishwasher using the  
"Off" button (16).  
^ Press and hold the a and c buttons.  
At the same time turn on the  
dishwasher using the "On" button  
(15).  
^ Release all buttons.  
The "Salt" and b indicators will flash.  
If this is not the case, the above steps  
must be repeated.  
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Frequently asked questions  
With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be fixed without a service  
call.  
,Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified and trained technician in  
accordance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs  
could cause personal injury or machine damage.  
What if …  
Possible fault  
Fix  
the dishwasher does not The door is not properly  
Close the door firmly.  
start?  
closed.  
The machine is not  
plugged in.  
Insert the plug.  
The fuse is defective or  
the breaker has tripped.  
Reset the circuit breaker.  
Make sure it is a 15 A  
circuit breaker.  
The dishwasher is not  
turned on.  
Press "On", select  
program.  
No program is selected.  
Select a program with  
the program selection  
buttons.  
the dishwasher stops  
during a program?  
The fuse or breaker has  
tripped.  
Reset the circuit breaker.  
Make sure it is a 15 A  
circuit breaker.  
the dishwasher stops  
running, shortly after  
starting a program and indicator flashes/lights.  
the optic indicator  
flashes?  
Water intake error.  
The "Intake/Drain"  
Turn off the dishwasher.  
Open the water valve.  
Clean the water inlet  
filter, see maintenance  
instructions.  
The waterproof system  
has activated.  
Call the Miele Technical  
Service Department.  
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Frequently asked questions  
What if …  
Possible fault  
Fix  
shortly after starting a  
program, the dishwasher The "Intake/Drain"  
stops running and  
the optic indicator  
flashes?  
Water intake error.  
The water pressure is less  
than 4.5 psi (0.3 bar).  
Contact a plumber.  
indicator flashes.  
Drain error, water remains Turn off the dishwasher.  
in the wash cabinet.  
The "Intake/Drain"  
indicator flashes.  
Clean the triple filter.  
See maintenance  
instructions.  
Clean the drain pump  
and the non-return  
valve, see maintenance  
instructions.  
Remove any kinks in  
the drain hose.  
after starting a program, The optic indicator  
Install the optic indicator  
the optic indicator does reflector was not placed in reflector correctly.  
not shine?  
the steam deflector  
properly.  
See Installation manual,  
"1. Install the steam  
deflector".  
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Frequently asked questions  
What if …  
Possible fault  
Fix  
after a program has  
ended, the optic  
indicator and the  
program indicators  
flash?  
There may be a technical Turn the dishwasher off.  
fault.  
Despite the problem the  
dishwasher can be used.  
If the indicators flash  
again after the next  
program cycle, call Miele  
Technical Service.  
there is a knocking  
noise in the wash  
cabinet?  
The spray arm is hitting  
an item in the basket.  
Interrupt the program,  
rearrange items blocking  
the spray arms.  
there is a rattling noise? Items are not secure in  
Interrupt the program and  
rearrange loose pieces.  
the wash cabinet.  
there is a knocking  
noise in the water  
pipes?  
This may be caused by  
This has no effect on the  
the installation or diameter dishwasher. If in doubt  
of the pipes. contact a plumber.  
The rinse aid setting may Increase the dosage or  
dishes are not dry,  
glasses and cutlery are be too low, or the rinse aid refill the reservoir, see  
spotted?  
reservoir is empty.  
"Before using for the first  
time".  
Dishes were taken out too Leave dishes in longer.  
soon.  
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Frequently asked questions  
What if …  
Possible fault  
Fix  
dishes are not clean?  
The dishes were not  
loaded correctly.  
See "Loading the  
dishwasher".  
The program was not  
powerful enough.  
Select a more intensive  
program, see the  
"Program guide".  
Not enough detergent  
was used.  
Use more detergent, see  
"Adding detergent".  
The spray arm jets are  
clogged.  
Clean the spray arm jets,  
see "User Maintenance  
Instructions".  
The triple filter is clogged Clean and reseat the filter,  
or not correctly seated.  
see "User Maintenance  
Instructions".  
The drain pump or the  
non-return valve is  
blocked.  
Clean the drain pump and  
the non-return valve, see  
"User Maintenance  
Instructions".  
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Frequently asked questions  
What if …  
Possible fault  
Fix  
tea or lipstick stains  
have not been  
completely removed?  
The wash temperature of Select a program with a  
the selected program was higher temperature.  
too low.  
Not enough detergent  
was used.  
Use more detergent.  
white residue is visible Not enough rinse aid was Increase the dosage,  
on cutlery and dishes,  
clouding occurs on  
glassware and film can  
be wiped off?  
used.  
see "Before using for the  
first time".  
The salt reservoir is  
empty.  
Add reactivation salt,  
see "Before using for the  
first time".  
The salt reservoir cap was Reseat it making sure it  
not correctly screwed on. screws back on correctly.  
The programmed setting Adjust the setting of the  
of the water softener is too water softener, see  
low.  
"Before using for the first  
time".  
there are smears on  
glasses and cutlery,  
bluish sheen on the  
surface of glasses and  
film can be wiped off?  
The rinse aid dosage is  
set too high.  
Reduce the dosage, see  
"Before using for the first  
time".  
glasses are dull and  
discolored and film  
cannot be wiped off?  
Glasses are not  
dishwasher safe.  
There is no remedy.  
Only wash dishwasher  
safe glasses.  
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Frequently asked questions  
What if …  
Possible fault  
Fix  
plastics are discolored? Natural dyes e.g. from  
vegetables may be the  
Use more detergent, see  
"Adding detergent".  
Discoloration is  
cause. Not enough  
detergent was used to  
permanent.  
break down natural dyes.  
there are rust stains on The salt reservoir cap was Reseat and screw the cap  
cutlery?  
not screwed on properly. on firmly.  
The affected items are not There is no remedy.  
corrosion resistant.  
Only wash dishwasher  
safe cutlery.  
the detergent dispenser Detergent residue is  
Remove the residue.  
lid cannot be closed  
properly?  
blocking the catch.  
detergent is left in the  
dispenser at the end of a when detergent was  
The dispenser was damp Dry the dispenser before  
adding detergent.  
program?  
added.  
water remains in the  
The triple filter in the wash Clean the filter, see "User  
wash cabinet at the end cabinet is clogged.  
Maintenance Instructions".  
Clean the drain pump and  
of a program?  
The drain pump or the  
non-return valve may be the non-return valve,  
blocked.  
see "User Maintenance  
Instructions".  
The drain hose is kinked. Remove the kink.  
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After sales service  
In the event of a fault which you cannot MieleCare  
correct yourself please contact the  
Miele Technical Service Department.  
MieleCare, our Extended Service  
Contract program; gives you the  
assurance of knowing that your  
U 1-800-999-1360  
appliance investment is covered by 5  
years of worry free ownership.  
V 1-800-565-6435  
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.  
When contacting the Miele Technical  
Service Department, please quote the  
model and serial number of your  
appliance.  
These can be found on the data plate  
on the upper inside edge of the  
dishwasher door.  
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.  
Program update function - PC  
To learn more about MieleCare  
Extended Service Contracts, please  
contact your appliance dealer or visit  
us online at:  
home.asp.  
The Program Correction (PC) allows a  
technician to update the dishwasher to  
make use of new technology.  
For example, if a detergent with good  
wash results using only cold water  
becomes available, the wash programs  
can be modified to take advantage of  
this.  
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Transport  
To transport the dishwasher, e.g. when  
moving to a new home, note the  
following:  
– Empty the dishwasher.  
– Secure any loose parts, e.g. hoses,  
cables, cutlery baskets.  
– Transport the dishwasher in the  
upright position. If unavoidable it  
may be transported on its back. Do  
not transport it on its side or on the  
door. Residual water in the machine  
could leak and cause electrical  
damage.  
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User Maintenance Instructions  
To prevent accidents  
and machine damage,  
read these instructions  
before installation or use.  
 
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).  
The filter system should be cleaned  
every 4 - 6 months or whenever a  
foreign object is trapped.  
Cleaning the filter in the wash  
cabinet  
^ Lift the filter out of the machine.  
Remove any solid particles and rinse  
under running water. Scrub with a  
nylon brush if necessary.  
^ Turn off the dishwasher before  
cleaning.  
^ Turn the handle counterclockwise to  
release the triple filter system.  
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Cleaning and Care  
To clean the underside of the filter, the  
flap must be opened:  
^ Return the filter so it lies flat in the  
base of the wash cabinet.  
^ Pull back the yellow clip.  
^ Lock the filter by turning the handle  
clockwise.  
^ Rinse all parts under running water.  
Scrub with a nylon brush if  
necessary.  
,The dishwasher must not be  
used without the filter locked in  
place.  
^ Close the flap so that the clip  
engages.  
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Cleaning and Care  
Cleaning the spray arms  
^ Remove the lower basket.  
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.  
Remove the spray arms as follows:  
^ Remove the cutlery tray (if present).  
^ Press the top spray arm upwards 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.  
^ Rinse thoroughly under running  
water.  
^ Return the spray arms and check  
that they rotate freely.  
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Cleaning and Care  
Cleaning the wash cabinet  
Cleaning the optic indicator  
reflector  
Generally, the wash cabinet is self  
cleaning if the correct amount of  
dishwasher detergent is used.  
The optic indicator reflector is located  
in the steam deflector under the  
countertop.  
The wash cabinet can be cleaned with  
a dishwasher cleaner such as Dis  
Cleaner available from your Miele  
dealer or the Miele Technical Service  
Department.  
To clean the optic indicator reflector:  
^ Open the door and remove the  
reflector from the plastic mounting.  
^ Clean the reflector and the plastic  
Cleaning the door and door  
seal  
mounting with a damp cloth.  
,Do not use abrasive, glass or all  
purpose cleaners! These will  
damage the surface!  
^ Wipe the door seal with a damp cloth  
to remove any food particles.  
^ 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.  
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Cleaning and Care  
Cleaning the control panel  
Cleaning the exterior  
^ Only clean the control panel with a  
damp cloth.  
,Never use abrasive cleaners,  
scouring pads, steel wool or caustic  
(oven) cleaners on the dishwasher.  
They will damage the surface.  
,Do not use too much water when  
cleaning the controls. Water could  
penetrate into the electronics and  
cause damage.  
Plastic  
All plastic surfaces can be cleaned with  
warm water and liquid dish soap  
applied with a soft sponge.  
,Do not use abrasive, glass or all  
purpose cleaners. They will damage  
the surface.  
Wipe dry using a soft cloth.  
Stainless steel  
Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned  
using a non-abrasive stainless steel  
cleaner.  
To help prevent resoiling, a conditioner  
for stainless steel can also be used.  
Apply sparingly with even pressure.  
Stainless steel colored controls  
These controls can be cleaned with  
warm water and liquid dish soap.  
These controls may become discolored  
or damaged if not cleaned regularly.  
Do not use a stainless steel cleaner on  
the knobs or buttons.  
Wood  
Panels made from wood should be  
cleaned using a soft damp cloth and an  
appropriate wood cleaner.  
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Cleaning and Care  
Cleaning the water inlet filter  
,The plastic valve housing on the  
intake hose contains electrical  
components and should not be  
submerged, or run through water.  
A filter is incorporated in the intake  
hose attached to the dishwasher’s shut  
off valve. If your water is hard, or the  
pipes contain sediment, this filter may  
clog and prevent enough water from  
entering the wash cabinet.  
Cleaning the filter:  
^ Disconnect the dishwasher from  
electricity (unplug it or "trip" the  
circuit breaker).  
Installing an in-line water filter  
^ If your water contains a large number  
of insoluble substances, a filter  
between the water valve and the  
intake hose connection is  
^ Turn off the water valve.  
^ Unscrew the intake hose.  
recommended. These filters can be  
purchased from Miele.  
^ Carefully remove the rubber seal.  
^ Remove the filter using needle nose  
pliers and rinse under running water.  
^ Return the filter and seal. Make sure  
they are seated correctly.  
^ Screw the intake hose back on the  
water valve, checking that it is not  
cross-threaded.  
^ Slowly turn on the valve and test for  
leaks.  
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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.  
^ Remove the triple filter (see "Cleaning  
the filter in the wash cabinet").  
^ Use a jug or bowl to scoop water out  
of the wash cabinet.  
^ Pull out the non-return valve and  
rinse well under running water.  
^ Tilt the locking clamp to the side.  
The drain pump is beneath the  
non-return valve (see arrow).  
^ 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 refit the non-return valve  
and secure it with the locking clamp.  
^ Refit and lock the filter in place.  
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