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Operating instructions
Washer
W 1966
U
To prevent accidents and
machine damage,
read these instructions
installation or use.
M.-Nr. 05 665 091

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions Washer W 1966 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions installation or use. M.-Nr. 05 665 091...
  • Page 2 Cancelling a program that has started ....... . . 19...
  • Page 3 ........34...
  • Page 4 IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system the appliance. has not been used for such a period, GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS turn on all hot water faucets and let the This appliance must be grounded. water flow from each for several In the event of malfunction or...
  • Page 5 The light ring will go out a few minutes are special wash features available to after the end of the program to save enhance a wash program.
  • Page 6 ^ Close the washer door. ^ Press the "On/Off" button. ^ Turn the program selector to "COTTONS/very hot". ^ Press the "Spin" button until the "high" mark of the indicator lights. ^ Press the "START" button. Once the program ends, the washer...
  • Page 7 – Dark fabrics often bleed the first few times they are washed. They should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load. – Remove any lead weights or strips from curtains before washing. – Loose undergarment underwires should be removed or sewn in place before washing.
  • Page 8 ^ Turn on the washer using the "On/Off" button. ^ Open the drum door using the "Door" button. ^ Load the laundry into the drum. For best results, wash mixed loads of small and large items. This will improve washing effectiveness and help distribute the load evenly.
  • Page 9 Specialty care program for hand and machine washable wool and wool blends. A mild range of wash temp- eratures, low water level and minimum ^ Turn the program selector in either drum movement gently clean and direction to the program you wish to maintain the shape of garments.
  • Page 10 Available wash options: Soak, Heavy soil, Extended, Sensitive 190 °F / white household linens 100 % cotton sheets, cloth diapers, towels, very hot etc. to be sanitized. Not for use with clothing with elastic. 140 °F / hot sturdy white cottons Underwear, cotton t-shirts, socks.
  • Page 11 To finish the program, press the "Door" button. – No spin The laundry is not spun after the final rinse, but the water is drained away. The default spin speed will After the drain cycle the washer goes...
  • Page 12 The total time for the wash program will If a wash option is chosen and it is not be extended. compatible with the program, the indicator light will go out when the button is released.
  • Page 13 ^ Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer and add detergent to the appropriate compartments. j = Detergent for the main wash i = Only add detergent ( of the total recommended amount of detergent) to this compartment if the "Heavy Soil" wash option is selected.
  • Page 14 Use only high-efficiency, low If your water hardness level is between sudsing laundry detergent 2 and 3, the water can be softened to formulated for front loading washing reduce detergent consumption. machines. Use the recommended amount of For wool and wool blend fabrics, use a detergent for water hardness level 1, detergent formulated for wools.
  • Page 15 The softener will automatically be dispensed during the final rinse cycle. A small amount of water will remain in ^ Do not use fabric dyes in this washer. the compartment at the end of the program. Never mix fabric softener and starch together in the fabric softener.
  • Page 16 ^ Press "START" to begin the program. ^ Hold the "START" button until the "Door Lock" indicator lights up. See "Locking the washer" for further details.
  • Page 17 Miele’s Technical ^ Turn off the water valve. Service Department. ^ Remove the laundry. ^ Check the folds of the door seal for any small articles which may have been trapped. Check the drum for any missed pieces of laundry.
  • Page 18 ^ Turn the program selector to "End" for You can interrupt the following programs to add or remove a piece of a few seconds. laundry: ^ Turn the program selector to the new – COTTONS program. – PERMA PRESS – Jeans –...
  • Page 19 ^ Turn the program selector to "End". ^ Turn off the washer with the "On/Off" When the desired program cycle button. flashes in the program sequence ^ Turn the program selector to "End". display: ^ Turn the program selector back to the ^ Turn on the washer with the "On/Off"...
  • Page 20 The washer can no longer accept program changes and will continue to ^ Press the "START" button until the the end of the program. "Door Lock" indicator goes out. At the end of the program, the lock is automatically unlocked.
  • Page 21: Control Panel

    When the child safety lock is activated, Release the "Heavy Soil" button. the drum door cannot be opened and a program cannot be started. Turn the program selector to "End". Turn off the washer using the "On/Off"...
  • Page 22 Before cleaning the appliance, disconnect the power supply by unplugging the unit or manually tripping the circuit breaker. ^ Clean the exterior of the washer with a mild solution of non-abrasive detergent or soap and water. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
  • Page 23 ^ Turn the lint trap lid counterclockwise 2 - 3 times. Do remove it. About 2 quarts of water will drain out of the hose. If the main drain hose is clogged, ^ To clean the lint trap, remove the tool...
  • Page 24 Once the flow of water stops: ^ Clean the inside of the lint trap ^ Remove the lint trap lid. housing. Remove any detergent deposits or foreign objects from the ^ Clean out any foreign objects or lint threads of the filter housing and filter from the filter.
  • Page 25: Quick Guide

    Quick Guide Remove this guide for easy reference Please read all instructions, especially the "Important Safety Instructions", using the washer.
  • Page 26: Load The Laundry

    ^ Empty pockets. being washed. ^ Sort laundry by fabric and color. ^ Pretreat stains. ^ Turn on the washer using the "On/Off" button. ^ Open the drum door using the "Door" button. ^ Load the laundry.
  • Page 27 ^ Hold the "START" button until the "Door Lock" indicator lights up. ^ Open the drum door using the "Door" button. ^ Remove the laundry. ^ Turn off the washer using the "On/Off" button and turn the program selector to "End".
  • Page 28 Available wash options: Soak, Heavy soil, Extended, Sensitive 190 °F / white household linens 100 % cotton sheets, cloth diapers, towels, very hot etc. to be sanitized. Not suitable for clothing containing elastic. 140 °F / hot sturdy white cottons Underwear, cotton t-shirts, socks.
  • Page 29 ^ Using needle nose pliers, grasp the Both filters be put back in plastic filter, , and pull it out of the place after cleaning. hose connector. ^ Clean the filter under running water and carefully remove any large particles.
  • Page 30 There is a fault. Start the program one more time. If the fault message appears again call Miele’s Technical Service Department. To turn off the fault indicator light: Turn off the washer with the "On/Off" button and turn the program selector to "End".
  • Page 31 Turn the program selector to was moved to a the original position. different setting after the program started. To turn off the fault indicator light: Turn off the washer with the "On/Off" button and turn the program selector to "End".
  • Page 32 Lapping sounds at the beginning and end of the pump process are normal. The washer has turned To turn the light ring back off the light ring to on, press a wash option conserve energy. button or turn the program selector.
  • Page 33 An inadequate amount of – Add more detergent. detergent was used to – Before washing the next dissolve greasy deposits load, run an empty load on in heavily soiled laundry. "COTTONS/140°F" with detergent to clean out the machine. The detergent was not –...
  • Page 34: Select A Spin Speed

    Turn the program selector to "Drain/Spin". Select a spin speed and press "START". Once the program ends, you will be able to open the door. As a safeguard against scalding, the drum door cannot be opened if the wash water temperature is over 130°F.
  • Page 35: Cleaning The Drain Pump And Lint Trap

    ^ Open the detergent dispenser A moving drum is dangerous. drawer. ^ To open the door, pull down on the ring in the upper right corner of the access area. ^ Remove the tool.
  • Page 36 In the event of any fault which you cannot fix yourself, please contact the The indicator marked PC allows a Miele Technical Service Department service technician to update your 1-800-999-1360 machine’s wash programs if new techserv@mieleusa.com programs are developed or new fabrics are introduced.
  • Page 37: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 38 Before discarding an bags, etc. are disposed of safely and appliance, unplug it from the outlet, cut kept out of the reach of children, as off its power cord and remove any they pose a danger of suffocation.
  • Page 39 Control panel blue mark for cold water, f Drum door red mark for hot water g Access panel to lint trap and drain c Flexible drain hose with detachable pump swivel elbow (drain options shown) h Four height-adjustable feet...
  • Page 40 If the installation must be performed on a wooden floor: – Install the washer in the corner of a room, where the stability of the floor is greatest. – The machine must be levelled and securely positioned.
  • Page 41 " of any vice versa. other side of the washing machine. The stacking kit, part # 12 996 026, is available from the Miele Technical Service Department or your Miele dealer.
  • Page 42: Installation Site

    – Lift the machine from its shipping pallet and move it to the installation site. – Do not lift the washer by the drum door. – Ensure that the machine’s feet and the floor are dry to prevent slippage during the spin cycle.
  • Page 43 ^ Reinstall the struts by reversing the above procedure. ^ Remove the two struts together with the support plate. ^ Plug the two holes with the plastic caps provided.
  • Page 44 ^ Unscrew each of the four feet as much as necessary by turning both the foot, , as well as the locking ring, , to the left using a screwdriver. ^ Remove the support and stand the Failure to level the machine can result machine on its feet.
  • Page 45: Water Connection

    145 psi (10 bar), a pressure reducer must be installed. If the water pressure is below 15 psi (1 bar), there will not be enough water available for a complete fill. The water intake hoses are equipped with screen filters.
  • Page 46 The washing machine can be To protect the inlet valve, the two connected to a potable water supply. A filters - one at the pressure hose / non-return valve is not required, unless required by building code. valve connection and one at the inlet...
  • Page 47 The 5 foot drain hose may be 4 feet. connected as follows: ^ Make sure there are no kinks in the hook the hose drain hose. over the edge of the sink and secure it firmly (e.g.
  • Page 48 "Easy Installation doubt as to whether the appliance is Kit" will allow you to connect to a 240 V, properly grounded. 30 Amp line . Do not modify the plug provided with This dual receptacle, wall mounted the appliance;...
  • Page 52 Alterations rights reserved / 0704 M.-Nr. 05 665 091 / 02 This bio-friendly paper was bleached without the use of chlorine.

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