The Programme Does Not Start; The Wash Programme Stops And A Fault Indicator Light Comes On; A Fault Indicator Light Comes On But The Wash Programme Continues As Normal; General Problems Or An Unsatisfactory Wash Result - Miele W 211 Operating Manual

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.
You should, however, note the following:
,
Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a
suitably qualified person in accordance with local and national safety
regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.
The chart is divided into the following sections to help you:

– The programme does not start.

– The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on.

– A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme continues as normal.

– General problems or an unsatisfactory wash result.

– Problems with opening/closing or a "buzzing" sound

Anti-crease/Finish
Start
Drain/Spin
Excess detergent
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There is no power to the
machine.
The washing machine
has not been prepared
for using for the first time.
The inner lid is not
closed.
Check whether
– the mains plug is
plugged in and
switched on.
– the fuse or circuit
breaker has tripped.
Prepare the machine as
described in "Before
using for the first time".
Open the outer lid and
close the inner lid
properly (the inner lid lock
must engage properly).