Operating instructions
Novotronic
G 856 SC Elite
UV
To prevent accidents
and machine damage,
read these instructions
before
installation or use.
M.-Nr. 05 431 320
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Contents
To open the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
To close the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Child Safety Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Programming the water softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Adding rinse aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Rinse aid indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Upper basket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Adjusting the upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Coffee bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Removing an insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Inserting an insert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Foldable spike insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
PlateGuard Plus insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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Contents
Operation
Running the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Additional features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
"Top Solo" (15). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Delay Start (18). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Cleaning the wash cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Cleaning the door and door seal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING –
When using your dishwasher, follow
basic precautions, including the fol-
lowing:
Do not use an extension cord to
connect this appliance to electric-
ity. Extension cords do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance
(e.g. danger of overheating).
Be certain your appliance is prop-
erly installed and grounded by a
Read all instructions before installa-
tion or use of the dishwasher to pre-
vent injury and machine damage.
qualified technician. To guarantee the
electrical safety of this appliance, conti-
nuity must exist between the appliance
and an effective grounding system. It is
imperative that this basic safety require-
ment be met. If there is any doubt, have
the electrical system of the house
checked by a qualified electrician. The
manufacturer cannot be held responsi-
ble for damages caused by the lack, or
inadequacy of, an effective grounding
system.
The manufacturer cannot be held re-
sponsible for damage or injury
caused by improper use of this ap-
pliance.
Use the dishwasher only for its in-
tended 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 by a Miele authorized service
technician. Work by unqualified per-
sons could be dangerous and could
void the warranty.
Electrical safety
This equipment is not designed for
maritime use or for use in mobile
installations such as caravans or air-
craft. However, under certain conditions
it may be possible for an installation in
these applications. Please contact the
nearest Miele dealer or the Miele Tech-
nical Service Department with specific
requirements.
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, dis-
connect the power supply to the
work area by unplugging the unit, “trip-
ping” the circuit breaker or removing
the fuse.
Inspect the dishwasher for ship-
ping damage. Do not install or op-
erate a damaged unit. Contact the
place of purchase.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed of safely
Do not wash plastic items unless
they are labeled "dishwasher safe"
and kept out of the reach of babies and or the equivalent. For items not labeled,
young children. Danger of suffocation!
check the manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions.
This dishwasher should only be in-
stalled under a continuous
countertop secured to adjacent
cabinetry.
When loading tableware, place
sharp items away from the door
seal to prevent damage to the seal.
Load knives pointing downwards to
prevent injuries.
Do not install this dishwasher be-
neath a cooking surface or oven.
Only use detergents and rinse aids
recommended for residential dish-
washers. Keep all detergents and rinse
aids out of the reach of children.
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.
Do not drink water from the dish-
washer! Harmful residues could be
present.
Use
Only use the dishwasher if all pan-
els are properly in place.
For dishwashers with visible heating
element
Do not touch the heating element
during or immediately after use.
Do not tamper with the controls.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not
allow children to play in, on, or
near the dishwasher.
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
locked in the machine. When discard-
ing an old dishwasher, unplug it from
the power outlet, remove the door to the
wash cabinet and cut off the power
cord.
Do not abuse, sit, or stand on the
door or baskets of the dishwasher.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen
gas may be produced in a hot
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 min-
utes before using the dishwasher. This
will release any accumulated hydrogen
gas. Do not smoke or use an open
flame during this time.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
AVERTISSEMENT –
Les réparations doivent être effec-
tuées uniquement par une per-
Au moment d’utiliser votre
lave-vaisselle, veuillez observer
toutes les mesures de sécurité de
base.
sonne compétente. Débrancher l’appa-
reil de la prise de courant avant d’en
faire l’entretien (enlever la fiche de la
prise ou fermer le disjoncteur).
Installer uniquement ce lave-vais-
selle sous un comptoir continu qui
est fixé à des meubles adjacents.
Cet appareil électroménager est con-
forme à tous les règlements et codes
sur la sécurité. Pour éviter de vous
blesser et d’endommager l’appareil,
veuillez lire soigneusement les in-
structions sur l’utilisation.
Vous devez mettre le lave-vaisselle
à la terre. Installer le lave-vaisselle
en observant les instructions pour l’ins-
tallation ci-jointes.
Utiliser des détersifs pour les
lave-vaiselle ménagers seulement.
Utiliser uniquement des détersifs et des
produits de rinçage recommandés pour
les lave-vaisselle.
N’utilisez le lave vaiselle que pour
laver la vaiselle.
Le fabricant ne peut être tenu
responsable des dommages ou
blessures causés par une utilisation
inadéquate ou par des utilisations
autres que celles auxquelles
l’appareil est destiné.
Ne pas utiliser votre lave-vaisselle
à moins que tous les panneaux
soient bien en place.
Ne pas permettre aux enfants de
jouer dans ou sur le lave-vaisselle.
Ranger tous les détersifs et pro-
duits de rinçage hors de la portée
des enfants.
Ne pas modifier
les commandes.
Ne pas boire l’eau du meuble de
lavage.
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MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
Au moment de remplir le lave-vais-
selle :
Ne pas abuser et ne pas vous as-
seoir ni vous tenir sur la porte ou
sur les paniers du lave-vaisselle.
– Mettre les articles pointus de
manière à ce qu’ils n’endommagent
pas le seau étanche de la porte.
Enlever la porte et couper le cor-
don du lave-vaisselle avant de l’en-
lever aux déchets afin d’empêcher les
enfants de se blesser ou de s’enfermer
dans l’appareil par accident.
– Mettre le tranchant des couteaux
vers le bas afin de réduir les risques
de blessure.
Ne pas laver les articles en plas-
tique à moins qu’ils n’indiquent "Va
au lave-vaisselle" ou l’équivalent. Véri-
fier les recommandations du fabricant
poir les articles non étiquetés.
Lave-vaiselle avec l’élément
chauffant
Ne touchez pas l’élément chauffant
pendant le fonctionnement de l’ap-
pareil ou immédiatement après.
Dans certaines conditions, un sys-
tème d’eau chaude qui n’a pas été
utilisé pendant plus de deux semaines,
peut dégager de l’azote.
L’AZOTE EST EXPLOSIF. Si le système
d’eau chaude n’a pas été utilisé pen-
dant une telle période de temps, ouvrir
tous les robinets d’eau chaude et lais-
ser l’eau couler pendant plusieurs mi-
nutes avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle.
Ceci dissipera tout l’azote accumulé.
Ne pas fumer ni utiliser une flamme nue
durant ce temps.
CONSERVER CES
INSTRUCTIONS
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Caring for the environment
Energy saving washing
This dishwasher is exceptionally eco-
nomical in the use of water and electric-
ity. 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").
^ If baskets are only half full, select the
"Economy" program.
^ 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
Upper spray arm (not visible)
Cutlery tray
7
8
9
Four height adjustable feet
Triple Filter System
Salt reservoir
Upper basket
Water feed for middle spray arm
Middle spray arm
10 Detergent dispenser
11 Rinse aid reservoir
12 Data plate
Lower spray arm
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Guide to the dishwasher
Control panel
13 "On/Off" button
19 "Start" button
14 Program sequence display
15 "Top Solo" button
16 Delay Start display
17 Program selector
18 "Delay Start" button
20 Check/Refill indicators
21 Child Safety Lock
22 Door release
23 Drying vent
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
Child Safety Lock
The yellow key for the Child Safety
Lock is shipped on one of the spikes
at the front of the upper basket. Re-
move the key before using the dish-
washer.
The Child Safety Lock is designed to
prevent children from opening the dish-
washer.
^ Press the release catch inside the
door grip.
If the door is opened during operation,
the dishwasher will stop running. Once
the door is closed the program will re-
start.
To close the door
^ Push the baskets in.
^ Use the provided key to lock or un-
lock the dishwasher.
^ Lift the door and push until it clicks
into position.
Horizontal:
the door is locked
Vertical:
the door can be opened
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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. How-
ever, the dishwasher must still be pro-
grammed to correspond to 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 soft-
ened. This takes place automatically in
the unit’s integrated water softener.
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.
– Your local water authority will be able
to advise you of the water hardness
level in your area.
If there is a fault, it will help the service
technician to know the hardness of your
local water supply.
– The dishwasher must be pro-
grammed to correspond to the water ^ Please note the water hardness:
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
Your water hardness level must be pro-
grammed into the dishwasher using the
program selector and buttons on the
control panel.
^ Make sure the dishwasher is turned
off.
^ Turn the program selector to "Stop".
^ Press and hold the "Top Solo" button
and at the same time turn on the
dishwasher with the "On/Off" button.
Release the "Top Solo" button within
two seconds.
^ Turn the program selector to the posi-
tion which corresponds to the water
hardness in your area (see table).
The "Salt" indicator will flash.
If the "Rinse aid" indicator comes on,
the rinse aid dispenser needs to be
filled.
gr/gal*
1 - 4**
ppm
Selector setting
Normal Plus
20 - 70
90 - 130
140 - 180
200 - 230
250 - 290
310 - 400
410 - 630
650 - 1260
5 -
7
Normal
If any other indicator is lit or flashing,
the above steps must be repeated.
8 - 10
11 - 13
14 - 16
17 - 22
23 - 35
36 - 70
China & Crystal
Rinse & Hold
5 o’clock position
6 o’clock position
7 o’clock position
Energy Saver
* US gallons
** factory preset
Example:
Water hardness is 20 gr/gal.
Turn the program selector to the
"6 o’clock" position.
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Before using for the first time
^ Press the "Top Solo" button.
The "Top Solo" indicator will light.
^ Turn the program selector to "Stop".
^ Turn off the dishwasher.
Checking the programmed water
hardness
^ Make sure the dishwasher is turned
off.
^ Turn the program selector to "Stop".
The programmed water hardness is
stored.
^ Press and hold the "Top Solo" button
and at the same time turn on the
dishwasher with the "On/Off" button.
Release the "Top Solo" button within
two seconds.
The "Salt" indicator will flash.
If the "Rinse aid" indicator comes on,
the rinse aid dispenser needs to be
filled.
If any other indicator is lit or flashing,
the above steps must be repeated.
^ Turn the program selector clockwise
until the "Top Solo" indicator comes
on.
The position where the "Top Solo" indi-
cator comes on corresponds to the pro-
grammed water hardness (see table in
"Programming the water softener").
^ Turn the program selector to "Stop".
^ Turn off the dishwasher.
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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 reser-
voir 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 subsequent
refills.
The proper salt can be purchased from
your Miele dealer or Miele’s Technical
Service Department.
,Inadvertently filling the salt
reservoir with dishwashing deter-
gent will damage the water soft-
ener.
^ Carefully fill with salt. The salt reser-
voir 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 im-
mediately, run the "Rinse & Hold" pro-
gram. This will remove any traces of
salt from inside the wash cabinet.
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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 reactiva-
tion 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 reacti-
vated 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 posi-
tion, 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 res-
ervoir 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.
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Before using for the first time
Adjusting the dosage
Rinse aid indicator
The rinse aid indicator on the control
panel will light when the rinse aid reser-
voir needs refilling.
The dosage selector is preset to 3. This
dispenses approximately 3 ml of rinse
aid per program. It can be adjusted
from 1 to 6.
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 ap-
pears on dishes or glasses.
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^ The spray arms must not be blocked
by items that are too tall or hang
through the baskets. Check clear-
ance 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 through out the in-
side of the dishwasher.
Wax, grease and paint will cause
permanent discoloration or damage
to the dishwasher.
^ Food residue and spilt 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 plac-
ing 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 an-
gle on top of the coffee bar, 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 cor-
ners.
^ 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.
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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 "Pro-
gram guide".
– Glued items such as old knives with
handles glued together around the
shank of the blade.
– Hand made craft items, antique,
metal trimmed or decorative glass-
ware.
– If crystal or delicate glasses will be
washed frequently, connect the dish-
washer to cold, rather than hot water.
– Lead crystal.
– Clouding or etching may occur on
glasses after frequent washing.
– Copper, brass, tin or pewter.
– Plastic items that are not heat resis-
tant.
– 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, mus-
tard, legumes, fish, fish brine and
marinades.
– Silverware may tarnish or pit if
washed next to stainless steel.
Leave space between these metals.
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Cutlery tray (SC units)
Spoon heads should be placed in con-
tact with at least one of the serrated re-
tainers of the cutlery tray to ensure that
water runs off freely.
The removable cutlery tray makes un-
loading 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 hold-
ers. Spoons should be placed in the
opposite direction with the handles be-
tween the holders.
Longer items such as soup ladles, cake
slices, mixing spoons and long knives
should be placed lengthwise in the in-
dentation 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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Upper basket
Adjusting the upper basket
On select models, the upper basket
can be raised or lowered to accommo-
date tall items.
^ Slide out the upper basket.
Load the upper basket with small, light-
weight, or delicate items such as cups,
saucers, glasses, dessert bowls and
flat pans.
Long items such as soup ladles, mixing
spoons and knives can be set across
the front of the upper basket.
^ 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 bas-
kets. The angles should not be set to
opposite extremes. This will block the
middle spray arm. Take care when slid-
ing the basket in and out in this posi-
tion.
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Loading the dishwasher
Adjustable cup racks
Coffee bar
Raise the rack to make room for tall
glasses. Lower it to double stack
smaller pieces.
To allow water to run off the bottom of
coffee mugs, place slanted on top of
the coffee bar. The bar can also be
used to separate two rows of glasses.
To stack wide items, flip the bar to the
right.
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Loading the dishwasher
Lower basket
Height limit
For larger and heavier items such as
plates, serving platters, sauce pans,
bowls.
Dishwasher with cutlery tray
The guide at the front of the upper bas-
ket determines the maximum height for
items placed in the lower basket so that
the middle spray arm is not blocked.
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Lower basket inserts
Various removable inserts are available for the lower basket to accomodate spe-
cial items to be washed.
Removing an insert
^ To remove an insert, gently pull up on
the handle.
Inserting an insert
^ Slid the hitches of the inset under the
vertical struts of the lower basket.
^ Push down on the handle to snap the
insert into position.
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Lower basket inserts
Foldable spike insert
A highly flexible design holds tableware
securely. It can be folded out of the way
for pots, pans and other large items.
This insert secures plates and platters.
Foldable spikes
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
down the spikes, b.
^ Hook the foldable spike insert into the
back right corner of the lower basket,
the area marked in white.
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Lower basket inserts
PlateGuard Plus insert
A unique design cradles plates at 3
points and can be used for washing
cups, glasses, plates, bowls and pots.
^ Hook the PlateGuard Plus insert into
the left half of the lower basket, the
area marked in white.
Bottle holder
The bottle holder e.g. for milk or baby
bottles, can be inserted into the bottom
basket in more than one place. Position
in any area marked white in the illustra-
tion. Do not place the insert in the cor-
ners of the lower basket, water cannot
properly cover bottles in these areas.
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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.
Bottle holder
to wash milk or baby bottles
part # 03 857 850
Glassware insert
for the lower basket
part # 01 145 642
to wash a large number of glasses
Glassware insert
for the upper basket
part # 03 636 034
to wash long stemmed glassware
PlateGuard insert
part # 02 244 870
to wash plates with a diameter
up to 12 1/2" (32 cm)
Cup rack for the
PlateGuard insert
part # 03 859 730
to wash cups and stemware
in the lower basket
Small cutlery basket
for the lower basket
to wash additional cutlery
part # 02 372 335
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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 dish-
washer.
Only use powder detergents or tab-
lets formulated for residential dish-
washers. The use of gel or liquid de-
tergent is not recommended.
Never fill the detergent dispenser to
capacity.
Do not use more than the recom-
mended amount of detergent. Con-
tinued 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 tablespoon
(30 ml) of powder detergent, or one
detergent tablet.
^ Close the cover. The cover will al-
ways open at the end of a wash pro-
gram except in "Rinse & Hold".
2 tablespoon (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 contain-
ing a prewash cycle should be se-
lected. 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 deter-
gent dispenser.
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Operation
Running the dishwasher
Waterproof System
^ Make sure the spray arms are not
blocked.
All Miele dishwashers are specially de-
signed to shut off the water intake and
drain the wash cabinet in the rare event
of an internal water valve failure.
^ Close the door.
^ Turn on the dishwasher.
The "Start" indicator (19) will flash.
For this feature to be active, the ma-
chine must be "On" (not necessarily
running) and the door must be closed.
^ Select a wash program by turning the
program selector (17) to the left or
right. Refer to the "Program guide" for
details.
Program sequence indicator
(14)
^ Select "Delay Start" or "Top Solo" if
desired. See "Additional features".
The current step of the program is indi-
cated by one of the program sequence
indicators (14).
^ Press the "Start" button (19).
The program will begin.
Do not end a program prematurely!
Important program steps could be
omitted (e. g. reactivating the water
softener).
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Operation
At the end of a program
Interrupting a program
The "End" indicator will light when the
program has finished.
A program is interrupted as soon as the
door is opened.
If the door is closed, the program will
continue from where it was interrupted.
^ Turn the program selector (17) to
"Stop".
,Water in the dishwasher may be
hot. There is a danger of being
burned!
Only open the door if absolutely
necessary.
The "End" (14) indicator will go out and
the "Start" (19) indicator will flash.
^ Press the "On/Off" (13) button.
The "Start" (19) indicator will go out.
^ Open the dishwasher door slightly to
allow the dishes to cool before un-
loading.
Changing a program
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).
If a program is running:
^ Turn the program selector (17) to
"Stop" for at least one second.
^ Turn the program selector (17) to the
new program.
^ Select "Top Solo" and "Delay Start" if
needed (see "Additional features").
^ Press the "Start" (19) button to begin
the wash program.
If a program has not started:
^ Turn the program selectro (17) to the
new program.
^ Select "Top Solo" and "Delay Start" if
needed (see "Additional features").
^ Press the "Start" (19) button to begin
the wash program.
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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 X X
Main wash temperature 170 °F (75 °C)
X
X
X
-
X
X
X
X
Run-time 128 min
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 142 min
Economy
energy saving program
X
X
-
X
X
for normally soiled dishware
Main wash temperature 130 °F (55 °C)
Run-time 85 min
Energy Saver for light to normally soiled dishware,
only use, if the dishwasher is connected to hot water
X X
X X
X
X
X
X
-
-
X
X
X
X
Run-time 65 min
Normal Plus higher wash temperature helps to clean
normally soiled dishware with stubborn dried on
food or greasy residues
Main wash temperature 150 °F (65 °C)
Run-time 135 min
1)
Normal
for normal soiled dishware
Main wash temperature 130 °F (55 °C)
Run-time 118 min
X X
X
X
X
-
X
X
X
X
China &
Crystal o
"Gentle program"
-
X
X
X -
for lightly soiled and heat sensitive tableware
Main wash temperature 115 °F (45 °C)
Run-time 72 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 table-
spoons (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 - 6.3 US gallons (5 - 24 L)
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Operation
Additional features
"Top Solo" (15)
Using "Top Solo" will save water and
energy.
^ Turn the dishwasher on using the
"On/Off" (13) button.
This program is recommended when
there is only a small load to clean. "Top
Solo" can be selected with all pro-
grams.
The "Start" (19) indicator will flash.
^ Turn the program selector (17) to the
left or right to the desired program.
^ Press the "Top Solo" (15) button.
With this feature, water is directed only
to the top and middle spray arms in the The "Top Solo" (15) button will light.
dishwasher. This means that the water
^ "Delay Start" may also be selected at
jets are only aimed at items in the up-
this time (see next page).
per basket and the cutlery tray.
^ Press the "Start" (19) button.
The middle spray arm also directs
The program will begin.
water downwards, so lightly soiled
plates or platters can be placed in the
lower basket.
When using this program, do not place
pots, bowls or other hollow containers
in the lower basket.
Because a smaller load is being
washed the amount of detergent rec-
ommended can be reduced to 1 1/4
tablespoons.
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Operation
Delay Start (18)
^ If the "Delay Start" d (18) button is
pressed after the 9 hour mark the de-
lay start feature will be cancelled.
Delay Start will have to be reselected.
The start time of a program can be de-
layed from 1 to 9 hours.
The delay start is set in one hour steps.
^ The "Top Solo" feature may also be
selected at this time (see previous
page).
,When using delay start, make
sure the detergent compartment is
dry before adding detergent. Wipe
dry if necessary.
^ Press the "Start" button (19).
The "Start" (19) indicator will light.
^ Turn on the dishwasher with the
"On/Off" (13) button.
The delay start will count down in
one-hour-steps.
The "Start" (19) indicator will flash.
Once the delay start period has
elapsed, the selected program will be-
gin automatically.
^ Turn the program selector (17) left or
right to the desired program.
^ Press the "Delay Start" (18) button.
1 appears in the delay start display
(16). A delay start time of one hour is
set.
^ Press the "Delay Start" (18) button un-
til the desired delay start time ap-
pears in the display (16).
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Operation
To start a program before the delay
start period has elapsed:
^ Turn the program selector (17) to
"Stop" for at least one second.
The delay start display (16) will go out.
^ Turn the program selector (17) to the
desired program.
^ Select "Top Solo" again, if needed.
^ Press the "Start" button (19).
The program will begin.
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Operation
Extended drying
^ Turn the program selector to the
"9 o’clock" position.
If desired drying results are not consis-
tently achieved, the turbothermic cool-
ing fan can be programmed to run an
extra 14 minutes at the end of each
program.
If the "Top Solo" indicator is not lit:
the extended drying time is off.
If the "Top Solo" indicator is lit:
the extended drying time is on.
The "Extended drying" feature can also
be activated to prevent condensation
from collecting on the steam deflector.
If the the correct drying time is set:
^ Turn off the dishwasher.
Turning extended drying on/off
^ Turn off the dishwasher.
If the drying time is incorrect:
^ Turn the program selector to "Stop".
^ Press the "Top Solo" button, to
change the setting.
^ Press and hold the "Top Solo" button
and at the same time turn the dish-
washer on using the "On/Off" button.
Release the "Top Solo" button within
two seconds.
According to the previous setting the
"Top Solo" indicator will go on or off.
^ Turn the program selector to "Stop".
The "Salt" indicator will flash.
The changed extended drying option is
stored.
If the "Rinse aid" indicator is lit, the rinse
aid dispenser needs to be refilled.
^ Turn off the dishwasher.
If any other indicator is lit or flashing,
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 person in ac-
cordance 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
breaker.
the dishwasher does not The program selector is
start, after pressing the set to "Stop".
"Start" button and
– Turn the program selec-
tor to the desired pro-
gram.
the "Start" indicator
flashes?
– Press the "Start" button.
the dishwasher stops
during a program?
The fuse or breaker has
tripped.
Reset the circuit breaker.
Make sure it is a 15 A
breaker.
the "Intake/Drain" indi- The intake water has not – Start the program
cator comes on during
reached the required tem-
again.
the "Energy Saver" pro- perature of 115 °F/45 °C,
– If the indicator light co-
mes on again, select a
different program.
gram?
the hot water system may
be overloaded, see "Pro-
gram guide".
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Frequently asked questions
What if …
Possible fault
Fix
the "Intake/Drain" indi- The water valve is closed. Open the water valve.
cator is lit or flashing
and the dishwasher may
have stopped?
The filter in the water inlet See maintenance instruc-
is blocked.
tions.
The flow pressure at the
water inlet is less than
4.5 psi (0.3 bar).
Contact a plumber.
The waterproof system
has activated.
Call the Miele Technical
Service Department.
the "Drain" indicator
flashes and the program
stops?
Water intake error.
– Turn off the dishwasher
before fixing a problem.
– Open the water valve.
– Check and clean the
water intake filter, see
maintenance instruc-
tions.
– The flow pressure at the
water inlet is less than
4.5 psi (0.3 bar). Con-
tact a plumber.
Drain error, water left in
the wash cabinet
– Turn off the dishwasher
before fixing a problem.
– Clean the triple filter,
see maintenance in-
structions.
– Clean the drain pump
and the non-return
valve, see maintenance
instructions.
– Remove any kinks in
the drain hose.
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Frequently asked questions
What if …
Possible fault
Fix
the "End", "Start" and
"Top Solo" indicators
flash at the same time at
the end of a program?
There may be a technical – Turn the program selec-
fault.
tor to "Stop".
– Turn off the dishwasher.
A few seconds later:
– Turn the dishwasher on.
– Select the desired pro-
gram.
– Press the "Start" button.
If the indicators flash
again, there is a technical
problem.
– Call the Miele Technical
Service Department.
there is a knocking
noise in the wash cabi- an item in the basket.
net?
The spray arm is hitting
Interrupt the program, re-
arrange 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
the installation or the di-
ameter of pipe.
This has no effect on the
dishwasher. If in doubt
contact a plumber.
the dishes are not dry,
The rinse aid setting may Increase the dosage or
glasses and cutlery are be too low, or the rinse aid refill the reservoir, see "Be-
spotted?
reservoir is empty.
fore using for the first
time".
Extended drying is not ac- Activate the Extended
tivated. drying feature.
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 dish-
washer".
The program was not
powerful enough.
Select a more intensive
program see, "Program
guide".
Not enough detergent
was dispensed.
Use more detergent, see,
"Adding detergent".
The spray arm jets are
clogged.
Clean the spray arm jets,
see, maintenance instruc-
tions.
The triple filter is clogged Clean and reseat the filter,
or not correctly seated.
see, maintenance instruc-
tions.
tea or lipstick stains
have not been com-
pletely 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 "Be-
low.
fore using for the first
time".
there is a 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 dis- Glasses are not dish-
colored and film cannot washer safe.
be wiped off?
There is no remedy.
Only wash dishwasher
safe glasses.
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Frequently asked questions
What if …
Possible fault
Fix
plastic items are discol- Natural dyes e. g. from
ored? vegetables may be the
Use more detergent, see
"Adding detergent".
cause. Not enough deter- Discoloration is perma-
gent was used to break
down natural dyes.
nent.
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.
detergent is left in the
The dispenser was damp Dry the dispenser before
dispenser at the end of a when detergent was
program? added.
the detergent dispenser Detergent residue is
adding detergent.
Remove the residue.
lid can not be closed
properly?
blocking the catch.
water remains in the
The triple filter in the wash Clean the filter,
wash cabinet at the end cabinet is clogged.
of a program?
see maintenance instruc-
tions.
The drain pump or the
Clean the drain pump and
non-return valve may be the non-return valve,
blocked.
see maintenance instruc-
tions.
The drain hose is kinked. Remove the kink.
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After sales service
In the event of a fault which you cannot
correct yourself please contact:
Program update function - PC
The Program Correction (PC) allows a
technician to update the dishwasher to
make use of new technology.
– Your Miele Dealer
or
– The Miele Technical Service Depart-
ment.
USA 1-800-999-1360
CDN1-800-565-6435
When contacting the Miele Technical
Service Department, please quote the
model and serial number of your appli-
ance.
These can be found on the data plate
on the upper inside edge of the dish-
washer door.
For example, if a detergent with good
wash results using only cold water be-
comes 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 follow-
ing:
– Empty the dishwasher.
– Secure any loose parts, e. g. hoses,
cables, cutlery baskets.
– Transport the dishwasher in the up-
right 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 ma-
chine could leak and cause electrical
damage.
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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 ev-
ery 4 - 6 months or whenever a foreign
object is trapped.
Cleaning the filter in the wash
cabinet
^ Lift the filter out of the machine. Re-
move any solid particles and rinse
under running water. Scrub with a ny-
lon brush if necessary.
^ Turn off the dishwasher before clean-
ing.
^ Turn the handle counterclockwise to
release the triple filter system.
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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 neces-
sary.
,The dishwasher must not be
used without the filter locked in
place.
^ Close the flap so that the clip en-
gages.
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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 clean-
ing.
Remove the spray arms as follows:
^ Remove the cutlery tray (if present).
^ Press the top spray arm upwards to
engage the inner ratchet and un-
screw the spray arm.
^ Pull the lower spray arm firmly up-
wards 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 tooth-
pick 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 the wash cabinet
Cleaning the exterior
Generally, the wash cabinet is self
cleaning if the correct amount of dish-
washer detergent is used.
,Never use abrasive cleaners,
scouring pads, steel wool or caustic
(oven) cleaners on the dishwasher.
They will damage the surface.
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.
Plastic
All plastic surfaces and the control
panel can be cleaned with warm water
and liquid dish soap applied with a soft
sponge.
Cleaning the door and door
seal
Wipe dry using a soft cloth.
^ Wipe the door seal with a damp cloth
to remove any food particles.
,Do not use too much water when
cleaning the controls. Water could
penetrate into the electronics and
cause damage.
^ Food residue and spilt liquids should
be wiped from the sides of the dish-
washer door. These are outside of the
wash cabinet and are not cleaned by
water from the spray arms.
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 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 the water inlet filter
,The plastic valve housing on the
intake hose contains electrical com-
ponents and should not be im-
mersed, 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 cir-
cuit breaker).
Installing an in-line water filter
^ If your water contains a large number
of insoluble substances, a filter be-
tween the water valve and the intake
hose connection is recommended.
These filters can be purchased from
Miele’s Technical Service Depart-
ment.
^ Turn off the water valve.
^ Unscrew the intake hose.
^ Carefully remove the rubber seal.
^ Remove the filter using a needle nose
plier 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 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-re-
turn 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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