Miele W 2888 WPS Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions
for Washing machine
W 2888
WPS
WO
It is
to read these
operating instructions before
installing or using the machine, to
avoid the risk of accident, or damage
to the machine.
M.-Nr. 05 863 500

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions for Washing machine W 2888 It is to read these operating instructions before installing or using the machine, to avoid the risk of accident, or damage to the machine. M.-Nr. 05 863 500...
  • Page 2 The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances / has been selected from materials which machines often contain materials are environmentally friendly for disposal which, if handled or disposed of and can normally be recycled. incorrectly, could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the Ensure that any plastic wrappings, environment.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ......... . 2 Disposal of the packing material .
  • Page 4 ....... . . 33 To cancel a programme ..........33 To interrupt a programme .
  • Page 5 The Miele Waterproof system ........
  • Page 6 Repairs should only be appliance. undertaken by a Miele approved engineer. The machine is only completely Before setting up the machine, isolated from the electricity supply...
  • Page 7 If the connection cable is faulty it of time (e.g. holiday), especially if there must only be replaced by a Miele is no floor drain (gully) in the immediate approved service technician to protect vicinity.
  • Page 8: Detergent

    Accessory parts may only be fitted Textiles which have been when expressly approved by Miele. pre-treated in solvent based If other parts are used, guarantee, cleaning agents must be thoroughly...
  • Page 9 See the following pages for more This is used by service technicians information. to run diagnostic checks on your machine and can also be used to update programming data in the For selecting an individual washing future. programme quickly. These buttons can be programmed to select your own favourite wash programmes.
  • Page 10 COTTONS UNI. 60°C PROG. SELECTION ... 2 MINIMUM IRON 40°C SETTINGS F ... 3 DELICATES 40°C 15:00 4 WOOLLENS H 40°C When the machine is switched on, the entry menu (with factory default settings) appears and Prog. Selection is highlighted. the multi-function selector moves the highlighting to the next menu option.
  • Page 11 PROGRAMME Back A SELECTION COTTONS HYG. COTTONS UNI. MINIMUM IRON You can use the multi-function selector to select any programme. The highlighting will move up or down depending on the direction the multi-function selector is turned in. The HV arrows on the right of the display, indicate further options.
  • Page 12 Before using the machine for the first time ensure that it is correctly installed and connected. See "Installation and connection". Also check that the fluff filter is securely tightened to prevent the risk of water leaks during use. The washing machine has a sensor which measures the amount of laundry in the drum.
  • Page 13 12:00 Set time of day. ^ Set the hour with the multi-function selector and confirm this setting. Now set the minutes. Once this has been confirmed, the time of day is saved in memory and the display goes back to the entry menu. COTTONS UNI.
  • Page 14 – Water consumption and energy – Do not exceed the amounts of usage are determined by the size of detergent recommended by the the load. manufacturer on the packaging. To make the most out of your – Reduce the amount of detergent for machine load the maximum dry load smaller loads (use the Detergent for the programme you are using.
  • Page 15: Brief Instructions

    ^ Sort the laundry by colour and by care label. Most garments have a The headings numbered A, B, C, . . . textile care label in the collar or side show the operating sequence and can seam. be used as brief instructions. Dark textiles often contain excess dye and should be washed separately several times before being included in...
  • Page 16 The most efficient use of energy and water is achieved when a full load is The interior drum lighting will come on. washed. However, do not overload as this causes creases and reduces cleaning efficiency. You can select a programme either by: Make sure that no garments are –...
  • Page 17 The percentage amounts in the display will help you to add the correct percentage amount of detergent recommended by the manufacturer. Add slightly less than half the amount recommended . . . Add half the amount recommended . . . Add slightly more than half the amount recommended .
  • Page 18 ^ Press the a button to open the drum door. ^ Press the flashing Start button. ^ Remove the laundry. The estimated programme duration will appear in the display. This will count Only remove laundry from the down in one minute steps. During the machine once the drum has first 10 minutes the washing machine stopped turning.
  • Page 19 You can programme the short cut buttons to call up the four wash programmes you use most frequently. You can do this at the same time as starting a wash programme. ^ Switch the machine on. COTTONS UNI. 60°C PROG. SELECTION ... 2 MINIMUM IRON 40°C SETTINGS F ...
  • Page 20: Water Plus

    Important: If you do not make a selection in the sub-menu within approx. 20 seconds, the display will revert to the main menu. COTTONS UNI. 60°C 1800 rpm Temperature from Cold - 60°C ^ Use the multi-function selector to select the temperature you want and confirm your selection.
  • Page 21 All the settings you have selected are now shown in the main menu. COTTONS UNI. 40°C 1800 rpm Water plus Duration: 1:06 h Extras Timer Y Detergent Back A ^ Start the programme by pressing the Start button. In a few seconds the option Save will appear in the display above short cut button 3.
  • Page 22 You can use the Extras to augment the basic wash programmes. COTTONS UNI. 60°C 1800 rpm Duration: 1:06 h Extras Timer Y Detergent Back A ^ Press short cut button 1. COTTONS UNI. 60°C 1800 rpm Extras Intensive Pre-wash Soak Water plus Rinse hold Back A...
  • Page 23 The laundry is not spun after the last rinse and remains suspended in the final rinse water. This reduces creasing if the laundry is not going to be removed from the drum imme- diately after the end of the programme. For heavily soiled and stained items with protein stains (e.g.
  • Page 24 The washing machine has a sensor which measures the amount of laundry placed in the drum. The Detergent sub-menu shows the percentage of the maximum load which has been placed in the drum. The maximum load will depend on the programme chosen. In addition to the load size percentage, the amount of detergent required is also displayed as a % figure.
  • Page 25 You can use the timer to set the end time of a programme. You can also delay the start of a programme from 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24 hours, allowing you to make use of night-time economy electricity rates, for example. COTTONS UNI.
  • Page 26: Final Spin Speed

    ^ Select the Rinse hold setting. The laundry will not be spun and will Cottons Hygiene 1800 remain suspended in the final rinse Cottons Universal 1800 water. This reduces creasing if the Minimum Iron laundry is not going to be removed Delicates from the drum immediately after the end of the programme.
  • Page 27 öF9 Fabric Cottons and linen fabrics, e.g. bed linen, table linen, nappies, underwear. Notes – Suitable for heavily soiled and incontinent laundry. – For normal to heavy soiling or where staining is visible, select Intensive . – For laundry with stubborn soiling and/or soiling which has been left unwashed for some time, select Soak .
  • Page 28 f1234 Fabric White nylon (60°C), white polyester fabrics (50°C), coloured nylon, polyester, cotton and viscose fabrics with special finishes, acrylic, cotton fabrics coloured polyester/ cotton fabrics, (40°/30°C) minimum iron fabrics not washable at higher temperatures. Notes – For normal to heavy soiling or where staining is visible, select Intensive .
  • Page 29 Fabric Small loads of lightly soiled laundry which can be washed in a Cottons Universal programme. Extras Water plus, Rinse hold Detergent Powder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid detergent Max. load 2.5 kg Fabric Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics.
  • Page 30 For spinning fabrics. Please make sure you select the appropriate spin speed. Fabric Denim fabrics, e.g. jeans, skirts, shirts. Notes – Wash dark garments inside out. – Denim often contains excess dye and will run during the first few washes. Wash light and dark coloured items separately.
  • Page 31 Water Wash Water No of Rinse and Final spin level rhythm level rinses interim spin Cottons Hygiene Cottons Universal Minimum Iron Delicates Automatic Quick wash Woollens Silks Starch Separate rinse Denim Shirts – Outer wear d = Low water level a= Normal wash rhythm ( = Medium water level b= Gentle action...
  • Page 32 This washing machine has fully electronic controls with automatic load recognition. It takes in the right amount Anti-crease: of water required for the programme depending on the amount of laundry At the end of every programme, with the exception of Woollens , the drum and its absorbency rate.
  • Page 33 COTTONS UNI. 60°C 1800 rpm WASHING 1:06 h Extras Timer Y Save Cancel You can cancel a programme at any time after it has started by pressing short cut button 4 Cancel . The suds will be pumped away. ^ Open the drum door before starting a new programme. ^ Switch the washing machine off with the s button.
  • Page 34 Laundry can be added or removed after the programme has started when using the following programmes: – Cottons Hygiene – Cottons Universal – Minimum iron – Quick wash – Automatic – Starch ^ Press the door button a to open the door. ^ Add or remove items.
  • Page 35 Programme locking prevents the machine from being opened and/or the programme being cancelled during a wash programme. ^ Once the programme has started, press the Start button for at least 6 seconds until the following appears in the display: System locked! The machine will now not accept any changes and the programme will proceed through to the end.
  • Page 36: Water Softeners

    All modern detergents produced for Heavily soiled automatic washing Stains and soiling clearly visible. machines are suitable, including liquid, compact (concentrated), tablets and special application detergents. Use A water softener such as Calgon can dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these are be used to cut down on the use of supplied with the detergent.
  • Page 37 If starching frequently, clean the dispenser compartment and Fabric conditioners make garments soft especially the siphon tube and and fluffy to handle and help prevent conditioner channel. See "Cleaning static cling when tumble drying. the detergent dispenser drawer". Starch stiffens and gives body to items of laundry, e.g.
  • Page 38: E-Cloth

    The washing machine must not be hosed down. A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from the Miele Spare Parts department, Part number 98013530, which is suitable for cleaning surfaces such as stainless steel, glass, plastic and chrome without the use of chemicals.
  • Page 39 Remove detergent residues regularly. ^ Clean the siphon. Remove the siphon from compartment §. Wash under running warm water. Clean the ^ Pull out the detergent dispenser siphon tube in the same way. drawer until a resistance is felt. Press Replace the siphon.
  • Page 40 ^ First turn off the stopcock. ^ Unscrew the threaded union connecting the free end of the inlet The washing machine has a filter to hose to the stopcock. protect the water inlet valve. The accessible filter in the union in the open end of the inlet hose should be checked every six months, or more often if there are frequent interruptions...
  • Page 41 With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in accordance with local and national safety regulations.
  • Page 42 ^ To recalibrate the sensor to There was already laundry in the drum the zero setting: < 25% when the washing – Remove the laundry from the machine was switched drum and leave the door on. This has open. decalibrated the –...
  • Page 43: Cleaning The Detergent Dispenser Drawer

    The machine feet are not Level the machine (see level. "Installation"). This is not a fault! These noises occur at the end of a pump sequence as a normal part of the operation. The water pressure is too low. – Clean the filter in the water inlet.
  • Page 44 Liquid detergents usually – Use a general purpose contain no bleaching detergent containing a agents. They do not bleaching agent. remove fruit, coffee and – Pour stain removers into compartment j of the tea stains. dispenser drawer and liquid detergent into a dispenser ball.
  • Page 45 Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and / or switch the machine on with the s button. Deactivate programme locking as described in "Electronic programme locking". Deactivate the system lock as described in the "Settings J menu". Open the drum door as described in the next section.
  • Page 46 If the drain outlet is clogged, more water will be retained in the machine ^ Switch the washing machine off. There is a filter flap opener behind the Caution: if laundry has been detergent drawer facia panel. washed at a high temperature, water draining out of the machine will still be hot.
  • Page 47 Once the flow of water ceases: Make sure the fluff filter is ^ Remove the fluff filter completely. securely tightened. Otherwise there is a risk of water leakage during use. Always make sure that the drum is stationary before reaching into the machine to remove laundry.
  • Page 48 The new lamp must be of the same type (G4) with a maximum power output of 5 watts/12 volts. The lamps are available from an electrical retailer, your Miele Dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department. ^ Insert the new lamp into the plastic holder.
  • Page 49: Optional Accessories

    See the guarantee card supplied with the machine for further details. Optional accessories for these washing machines are available from your Miele Dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department. Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to...
  • Page 50 a Inlet hoses with "Waterproof system" h Detergent dispenser drawer for cold water and hot water i Drum door connection j Flap for fluff filter, drain pump and b Electrical connection emergency release c - f Flexible drain hose (with k Handle recesses for moving the detachable swivel elbow) machine...
  • Page 51 a Protruding lid edge for holding when e Drainage hose moving the machine f Cover with transit bars b Electricity supply cable g Restraining clip for: c Inlet hose with "Waterproof" system – Inlet hose for hot water connection – Drain hose d Inlet hose with "Waterproof"...
  • Page 52: Installation Surface

    (available from the Miele Spare Parts Dept). ^ To remove the left and right covers . Use a screwdriver to prise out the cover as illustrated. . Pull the cover forwards to remove.
  • Page 53 ^ Using the spanner supplied turn the ^ Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°, left-hand transit bar 90°, then then ^ withdraw the transit bar. ^ withdraw the transit bar.
  • Page 54 The washing machine must not be moved without the transit bars in place. Store the transit bars as shown or keep them in a safe place for future use. They must be re-fitted if the machine is to be moved again (e.g.when moving house).
  • Page 55: Levelling The Machine

    The machine must stand perfectly level on all four feet to ensure safe and proper operation. ^ Using the spanner supplied turn counter nut in a clockwise direction. Then turn counter nut together with foot to unscrew. ^ Use a spirit level to check the Incorrect installation may increase machine is standing level.
  • Page 56 This washing machine is not suitable for building under a worktop. A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked with the washing machine. A stacking kit* is necessary and can be purchased from the Miele Spare Parts Department. Safety distance to wall:...
  • Page 57: The Miele Waterproof System

    The Miele Waterproof system protects all parts of the washing machine from – Sump water damage. Any leaking water is collected in a The system consists of three main sump in the base of the appliance. A components: float switches off the water inlet...
  • Page 58 A flexible metal extension hose, available from your Miele dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department as an optional extra, should be used if necessary.
  • Page 59 A 1.5 metre long (metal) extension hose local and national safety regulations. is available from your Miele dealer or Connection to a household water the Miele Spare Parts Department as an softener is not recommended.
  • Page 60: Connection To The Water Supply

    Useful hints when connecting to the hot and cold water supply. The washing machine must always – The maximum temperature at the be connected to the mains water stocpcock must not exceed 60C. supply (inlet hose with blue dots). The ideal temperature is 55C. –...
  • Page 61 (up to a maximum of 1.8 m) a second machine. duo-drain pump is available with the Connected securely to a plastic drain corresponding kit from the Miele Spare pipe with a rubber nipple. There is no Parts Department or your Miele Dealer. need to use a non-return valve.
  • Page 62 plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The washing machine is supplied with a mains cable with moulded plug for The wire which is coloured brown must connection to a 230-240V mains be connected to the terminal in the supply.
  • Page 63 in kWh in litres Normal Intensive 95°C 5.5 kg 1.70 1 h 34 min 2 h 04 min 60°C 5.5 kg 0.85 50 min 1 h 54 min 40°C 5.5 kg 0.49 – 1 h 54 min 40°C 5.5 kg 0.49 40 min 1 h 54 min...
  • Page 64 in kWh in litres Normal Intensive 95°C 5.5 kg 1.70 1 h 29 min 1 h 59 min 60°C 5.5 kg 0.85 50 min 1 h 33 min 40°C 5.5 kg 0.49 40 min 1 h 54 min 40°C 2.5 kg 0.44 41 min 1 h 01 min...
  • Page 65 Height 85.0 cm Width 59.5 cm Depth 58.0 cm Depth with door open 97.5 cm Weight 94 kg Maximum floor load 1600 Newton (ca. 160 kg) Capacity 5.5 kg dry laundry Voltage see data plate Rated load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate Consumption data...
  • Page 67: Settings Menu J

    Settings menu J for changing standard settings The Settings menu is used to alter the washing machine's electronics to suit changing requirements. Settings can be altered at any time.
  • Page 68: Language J

    COTTONS UNI. 60°C PROG. SELECTION ... 2 MINIMUM IRON 40°C SETTINGS F ... 3 DELICATES 40°C 15:00 4 WOOLLENS H 40°C ^ Select Settings J from the entry menu and confirm your selection with the multi-function selector. Settings SETTINGS Back A LANGUAGE F ...
  • Page 69 First select either a 24 hour or 12 hour clock. Then set the current time of day. SETTINGS Back A TIME OF DAY 24 h clock.. 12 h clock... ^ Select the clock option you want and confirm your selection. The display will then switch to the time of day setting.
  • Page 70: Gentle Action

    This setting is used to select the water intake setting for the Water plus Extra option. There are three different options: Water + The water intake is increased in the wash and rinse stages of the programmes (the washing machine is delivered with this setting programmed as standard).
  • Page 71: Suds Cooling

    ^ The washing machine is delivered with the Gentle action setting deactivated. A tick will appear beside the option to show that it has been set. SETTINGS Back A GENTLE ACTION Off B ^ Select the option you want and confirm your selection. When this is activated, additional water flows into the drum at the end of the main wash to cool the suds down.
  • Page 72: Lock

    The system lock prevents your machine being used without your knowledge. When the system lock has been activated, you have to enter a code after switching the washing machine on. Otherwise the washing machine cannot be operated. SETTINGS Back A LOCK Activate ...
  • Page 73 After the last number has been entered, you must confirm the code with OK. 1 2 5 Confirm lock code. Back A ^ Confirm lock code by pressing short cut button 1. Entry OK. Lock active when machine is switched off. ^ Switch the washing machine off.
  • Page 74: Temperature

    You can chose for the temperature to be displayed as °C/Celsius or °F/Fahrenheit . A tick will appear beside the option to show that it has been set. SETTINGS Back A TEMPERATURE °C / Celsius B °F / Fahrenheit ^ Select the option you want and confirm your selection. When the buzzer function has been activated, an audible tone sounds at the end of a programme or when Rinse hold is reached.
  • Page 75: Keypad Tones

    An audible tone sounds when the Start button, a short cut button or the multi-function selector is pressed. The washing machine is delivered with the keypad tone switched off. A tick will appear beside the option to show that it has been set.
  • Page 76: Stand-By

    To save energy, the display goes out after 10 minutes and the Start button flashes slowly. There are two options: Stand-by comes on: – if a programme is not selected after the machine has been switched on. – after a programme has started. –...
  • Page 77: Memory

    If an Extra has been selected for a programme, or the recommended temperature or spin speed has been altered, the machine will store the changes in memory at the start of a programme. When this programme is chosen again these settings will appear in the Prog.
  • Page 80 Alteration rights reserved/4104 M.-Nr. 05 863 500 / 00 en - AU...

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