Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product G 2020 Miele
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Operating instructions Adv anta Ser ies G 2020 T o prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use. UV M.-Nr . 06 696 000.
IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . .
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 T ransport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 User Maintenance Instructions .
W ARNING – When using your dishwasher , f ollow basic precautions, including the follo wing: 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.
Installation The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation instructions. Installation and repair work should be perfor med by a Miele authorized service technician. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty .
Use T o reduce the risk of injury , do not allow children to play in, on or near the dishwasher . Only use the dishwasher if all panels are pr operly in place. Do not tamper with the controls. Do not damage, sit or stand on the door or baskets of the dishwasher .
a Upper spray arm (not visible) b Cutlery tray (depending on model) c Upper basket d Middle spray arm e Air inlet for drying (depending on model) f Lower spray arm g Filter combination h Data plate i .
Control panel a Check / Refill indicators b Program sequence indicators c Start/Stop button with indicator d Program selector e s button (On/Off button) Guide to the dishwasher 8.
Energy sa ving 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.
T o open the door ^ Press the r elease 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 restart. T o close the door ^ Push the baskets in. ^ Lift the door and push until it clicks into place.
Rinse aid Rinse aid helps to prevent spotting on dishes and glassware. The rinse aid is filled in the reservoir and the set amount will be automatically dosed. , Filling the rinse aid reservoir with detergent will damage the reservoir . Only pour rinse aid formulated for residential dishwashers into the reservoir .
Rinse aid indicator When the rinse aid indicator first comes on, there will be enough rinse aid left for 2 - 3 washes. ^ The rinse aid indicator on the control panel will light when the rinse aid reservoir needs r efilling. Adjusting the dosage The dosage selector is preset to 3.
^ T ur n the program selector to the 5-o’clock position. The "Rinse" indicator flashes three times briefly in intervals. A rinse aid amount of 3 ml is set by default. The amount set can be recognized by the flashing rhythm of the "Rinse" indicator (see table).
, 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 . W ax, grease and paint will cause permanent discoloration and damage to the dishwasher .
Items not recommended for dishwashing – Cutlery with wooden handles – Wooden cutting boar ds – Glued items such as old knives with handles glued together around the shank of the blade – Handma.
Cutlery tray (depending on model) ^ Arrange the cutlery as shown in the cutlery tray . 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 down and forks with the prongs between the holders.
Cutlery basket (depending on model) ^ For best cleaning results, cutlery should be placed in the basket with the handles down. Knives and forks should be loaded with the pointed end down to prevent injuries. ^ Place small spoons in the individual slots to either side of the cutlery basket.
Upper basket , Always use the dishwasher with the upper and lower basket inserted. ^ Load the upper basket with small, lightweight, or delicate items such as cups, saucers, glasses, dessert bowls and flat pans. ^ Long items such as soup ladles, mixing spoons and long knives should be placed lying down across the front of the upper basket.
Adjusting the upper basket The upper basket can be raised or lowered to accommodate tall items. The basket can also be angled to fit tall items in both, the upper and lower baskets. The angles should not be set to opposite extremes. This will block the middle spray arm.
Lower basket ^ For larger and heavier items such as plates, serving platters, saucepans, bowls, etc. Dishwashers with cutlery tra y Dishwashers with cutlery basket Foldable spikes T wo r ows of spikes can be folded down, to create mor e room for larger dishware, e.
V ase/Bottle holder (depending on model) The vase/bottle holder , e.g. for vases and baby bottles, can be inserted into the lower basket as shown in the illustration. If placed anywhere else, water will not reach all surfaces. The bottle will not be properly cleaned.
Additional inserts for the upper and lower baskets may be purchased from your Miele dealer or Miele. Depending on the model some accessories come standard with the machine.
Detergent , Dishwasher detergents contain irritant and corrosive ingr edients. Avoid inhaling or swallowing dishwasher detergent. Keep children away fr om detergent. Fill the detergent dispenser only when you are r eady to star t the dishwasher . , Only use detergents formulated for domestic dishwashers.
Adding deter gent ^ T o open, press the latch on the detergent dispenser . The flap will spring open. The flap is always open at the end of a program. ^ Add detergent to compartment II and close the flap. ^ If a Pre-rinse is desir ed, and available for your chosen program, add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of detergent to compartment I.
T urning on ^ Make sure the spray arms can rotate freely . ^ Close the door . ^ Open the water supply , if it is closed. ^ T ur n the dishwasher on s . The "End" indicator lights when the program selector is not pointing to a program. Selecting and starting a program Choose your program accor ding to the type of load and soiling.
Program When to use Program sequence Pre- rinse 12 Main wash Interim rinse 12 Final rinse Drying Pots & Pans For normally soiled pots and pans with dried on food , also for heavily soiled dishware.
At the end of a program When the program has finished the "End" indicator lights. Dishes tends to chip if removed still hot from the dishwasher . ^ Let the dishware cool by opening the door slightly . The dishes will cool much faster . ^ Open the dishwasher and unload the dishes.
Factory default All settings can be reset to the factory default setting. ^ T ur n the dishwasher off s . ^ T ur n the program selector to the 12-o’clock position. ^ Press the "Start/Stop" button and at the same time turn the dishwasher on s .
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 accordance with local and national safety r egulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause personal injury or machine damage.
Prob lems water intake/drain Issue P ossible fault Solution The "Intake/Drain" indicator flashes then lights alternately . The water supply is closed. Open the water supply all the way . The dishwasher stops running and the "Intake/Drain" indicator flashes.
General prob lems with the dishwasher Issue P ossible fault Solution Detergent is left in the dispenser at the end of a program. The dispenser was damp when detergent was added. Dry the dispenser before adding detergent. The detergent lid cannot be closed properl y .
Sounds Issue P ossible fault Solution 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 in the wash cabinet. Items are not secur e in the wash cabinet.
P oor cleaning results Issue P ossible fault Solution The 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 "Pr ogram Guide".
Issue P ossible fault Solution Dishes are still wet, glasses and cutlery are spotted. The rinse aid setting may be too low , or the rinse aid reservoir is empty . Increase the dosage, r efill the reservoir or switch the rinse aid product when r efilling, see "Before using for the first time".
Issue P ossible fault Solution Glasses are discolored and the film cannot be wiped off. Detergent ingredients have been deposited on the glassware. Use a differ ent detergent. Glasses are dull and discolored, film cannot be wiped off. Glasses are not dishwasher safe.
Repairs In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself please contact the Miele Service Department at the phone number on the back of this booklet. ^ Please quote the model type and number of your appliance. These can be found on the data plate along the right edge of the door .
T o 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. – T ranspor t the dishwasher in the upright position. If unavoidable it may be transported on its back.
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User Maintenance Instr uctions T o prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use..
Check and clean your dishwasher regularly (appr ox. ever y 4-6 months). This will help avoid problems and faults. , Abrasive cleaning agents, glass cleaning agents, all-purpose cleaners, thinner or ammonium cleaners should not be used on the dishwasher .
T riple filter system The triple filter system in the base of the wash cabinet prevents food fr om being redeposited on dishes. It also pr otects the circulation pump fr om damage caused by foreign objects (e.
T o clean the inside of the filter , the flap must be opened. ^ Push the clips together a and open the flap b . ^ Rinse under running water . ^ Close the flap so that the clip engages. ^ Return the filter so it lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet.
Cleaning the spray arms Sometimes particles of food get stuck in the spray arm jets. The spray ar ms should be inspected and cleaned every 4 - 6 months. ^ T ur n off the dishwasher before cleaning. Removing the spra y arms ^ Remove the cutlery tray (if present).
Cleaning the water inlet filter A filter is incorporated into the intake hose attached to the dishwasher’ s shut off valve. If your water is har d or the pipes contain sediment, this filter may clog and prevent enough water fr om entering the wash cabinet.
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. ^ T ur n off the dishwasher and pull the plug. ^ Remove the triple filter (see "T riple filter system").
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Installation Instr uctions For installation of the dishwasher please refer to the Installation Sheet supplied with these instructions..
Disposal of the packing material The cardboar d box and packaging protect the appliance during shipping. These materials are biodegradable and recyclable. Please r ecycle. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of childr en.
, Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufactur er cannot be held responsible for unauthorized work. Check that the voltage, frequency and fuse rating shown on the data plate match the household mains supply .
Connection to the water supply , Do not drink water from the dishwasher! – The dishwasher can heat its own water to the temperature r equired by the wash program. This allows for connection of the machine to either a hot or cold water source. For lowest energy consumption connect the dishwasher to a cold water source.
Drainage – The machine comes equipped with a built-in non-return valve on the discharge side to prevent waste water from flowing back into the dishwasher . – The dishwasher is equipped with a 5 ft (1.5 m) flexible drain hose with an internal diameter of 7/8" (22 mm).
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