Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product T 4462 C Miele
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Operating instructions f or condenser tumb le dr y er T 4462 C T o avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.
Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are envir onmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children.
Caring for the en vironment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Disposal of your old appliance .
After Sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Future updates (PC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Appliance guarantee .
T o avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the machine please read these instructions carefully befor e using it for the first time. They contain important infor mation on its safety , installation, use and maintenance. Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users ar e familiar with the content.
The machine is built in accordance with current safety r equirements. Unauthorised repairs could r esult in unforeseen dangers for the user , for which the manufacturer cannot accept liability . Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved technician.
In the event of a fault or for cleaning purposes, the machine is only completely isolated from the electiricty supply when: – it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn, or – it is switched off at the mains, or – the mains fuse is withdrawn.
T o pre vent the risk of fire the follo wing textiles m ust not be dried in this machine: – fabrics which contain a large proportion of rubber , foam rubber or rubber like materials. – items which contain padding or fillings (e.g. pillows, jackets).
a Delay Start button The start of a programme can be delayed by up to 24 hours. b Start button Press the Start button to start a programme. The Start indicator light will flash to indicate that a programme can be started. It lights up constantly once the programme has started.
Programmes – Standard drying programmes for Cotton and Miniumum iron fabrics – Automatic, Shirts, Denim, Woollens hand care, Smoothing special programmes – Timed drying programmes Display The following are shown in the display: – the programme duration (time remaining); – the delay start time; – the programmable functions.
Care symbols Before drying check the drying symbol on the care label. If ther e are no symbols, dry at your own risk! q . . . . . . . . . Dry at nor mal temperature r .
Brief instructions The headings numbered ( A , B , C ...) show the operating sequence and can be used as a brief guide to using your machine. A Sort the laundr y T o ensure an even drying result separate out the washed laundry and sort it according to: .
D Select a programme ^ T ur n the programme selector to the requir ed programme. Cottons, Minimum iron, Automatic, Shirts, Denim The duration of the programme selected will depend on the residual moisture of the laundry , fabric type and the load size.
E Select additional option(s) ^ Press the r elevant button for the additional option(s) requir ed. – It is not possible to select the Low temperature and Short options at the same time. – See the programme chart for details of the options which are suitable for a particular programme.
G Start the programme ^ Press the Start button. – The indicator light for the Start button will then change from flashing to being on constantly . The dr ying cycle begins. – Depending on the programme selected, the drying stage reached is shown by the sequence indicator lights on the right hand side of the control panel.
T o switch on Dela y start The start of a programme can be delayed by up to 24 hours ( 24^ ). After selecting a programme: ^ Press the Delay start button repeatedly until the r equired delay period shows in the display . – The Delay start indicator light will flash.
Cottons Max. load: 6 kg* Normal+, Normal** Fabric type Single and multi-layered cotton fabrics such as towelling, jerseywear, underwear, flannelette bed linen. Additional options Short, Low temperature (select this option for delicate fabrics with the r symbol on the care label), Buzzer.
Denim Max. load: 3 kg* Fabric type Denim fabrics, e.g. jeans, jackets, skirts, shirts. Additional options Buzzer. Low temperature. (Low temperature cannot be deselected). Woollens handcare Max. load: 2 kg* Fabric type Woollen fabrics Note – To refresh and fluff up woollen garments quickly.
Changing a programme while it is running Y ou cannot change to another programme once a pr ogramme has started (this prevents unintentional alterations). If the programme selector is turned to a different pr ogramme after a programme has begun, this will not affect the pr ogramme.
The system lock prevents your machine being used without your knowledge. It can be activated if wished. The dryer's electronics are locked. The dryer can still be switched on but a programme cannot be started. The Locked indicator light will flash if an attempt is made to start a programme.
Emptying the condensed water container The condensed water will be collected in the condensed water container unless the machine has been fitted with a drain hose (see installation). The condensed water container should be emptied after every drying cycle or as soon as the Empty out container indicator lamp comes on.
Cleaning the fluff filters The fluff which is cr eated by the drying process is collected by the fluf f filters in the door and the door opening. Clean the filters after each drying programme. Cleaning them whilst dry ^ Open the door and pull the fluff filter (1) out of the door as illustrated.
Cleaning them with water If there is a gr eat deal of compacted fluff on any of the filters, they can be removed and cleaned under hot running water . ^ T o remove the fluf f filter from the door holder see previous page. ^ T o remove the filters in the door opening, grip the holder and push upwards in the dir ection of the arrow to remove it.
Cleaning the condenser unit Detergent residue, hair and fine fluf f from the dryer can get through the fluf f filters and block the condenser unit. Dust from the r oom in which the dryer is installed can also get into the condenser unit and cause a blockage.
^ Pull the condenser unit out of its housing by the handle. Checking the condenser unit ^ Hold the condenser unit up to the light as shown . ^ Check to see if there is any fluf f inside it. The arrows in the illustration above indicate where to look. If you cannot see any fluff: ^ Replace the condenser unit (see following page).
^ Then flush the unit through fr om the front. ^ Check the condenser unit again for any visible fluff and if necessary flush it through again until it has all gone. ^ Remove any soiling still visible inside the housing unit by hand using a damp cloth.
With the help of the following notes minor faults in the perfor mance of the machine, some of which may result fr om incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department.
Problem Possible cause Remedy There is a build up of fluff. Fluff is principally the result of friction when garments are being worn and washed. Machine drying hardly causes any fluff to form and has been established by research institutes to have no appreciable effect on the lifetime of the garment.
Problem Possible cause Remedy The drying process goes on too long or even switches off. Important : Before attempting to remedy one of the following causes, switch the dryer off and switch on again to start the programme again. Ventilation to and from the dryer may be insufficient (e.
Problem Possible cause Remedy The condenser unit service panel will not shut. The inner cover of the condenser unit has not been locked properly and/or the condenser unit has not been positioned correctly. – Ensure that the condenser unit is positioned correctly and lock the cover.
Check lights and fault messages Problem Possible cause Remedy The Clean out airways light comes on. This indicator light comes on to warn you that the dryer is not working efficiently. The fluff filters may be blocked. Remove any fluff (see "Cleaning and care").
Problem Possible cause Remedy The Anti-crease/Finish indicator light flashes while drying is in progress. The programme selector was moved after the start of a programme. The programme continues to run as normal. Turn the selector back to the original position and the indicator light will go out.
Changing the lamp Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply . ^ Open the door . Y ou will find the interior lamp cover at the top of the drum aperture. ^ Insert a suitable tool, such as a wide bladed screwdriver , under the side edge of the lamp cover as illustrated.
In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, or if the machine is under guarantee, please contact – your Miele dealer or – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for contact details).
Front vie w a Mains connection cable b Condensed water container c Control panel d Door e Service panel for condenser unit f Four height-adjustable screw feet g External drainage options (e.
Installation site , Make sure the dryer door can be opened without hindrance after installation. T ransporting the machine to its installation site When moving the machine you can hold it by the lid where it pr otrudes to the rear of the dryer .
Levelling the mac hine The machine must be perfectly level to ensure safe and pr oper operation. ^ The screw feet can be adjusted to compensate for any unevenness in the floor . , The ventilation gaps in the plinth must not be covered over as this would prevent a suf ficient intake of air .
External condensed water outlet When drying is in progress, condensed water is pumped into the condensed water container through the drain hose at the back of the dryer . The condensed water can also be drained off dir ectly if the machine is installed near a sink, drain outlet etc.
Connection to a sink drain outlet The drain hose can be connected directly to a sink drain outlet. ^ Remove the following from the back of the dryer at the bottom: Adapter 1 and hose clip 3 behind it. ^ Fit adapter 1 to the sink drain outlet using nut 2 .
Electrical connection U .K. All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person, in strict accordance with national and local safety regulations. Ensure power is not supplied to the appliance until after installation work has been carried out.
Programme Load Final spin speed in a domestic washing machine Energy Time kg* rpm kWh Minutes Cottons Normal 6.0 800 (70 % residual moisture)** 1200 1400 1600 1800 3.90 3.10 2.90 2.80 2.55 109 87 83 81 74 Cottons Hand iron 6.0 800 (70 % residual moisture)** 1200 1400 1600 1800 3.
Height 850 mm (adjustable +7 / -7 mm) Height for building under 820 mm Width 595 mm Depth 580 mm Depth with door open 1,060 mm Weight 54 kg Drum volume 100 litres Maximum capacity 6 kg dry weight Capacity of condensed water container approx.
Progr ammable functions f or changing standard settings 43.
Altering the residual moisture level in the Cottons programmes The machine is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as possible. However , if you require the laundry to be drier , it is possible to reduce the default residual moistur e level in the Cottons programmes.
Altering the residual moisture level in the Minim um iron programmes The machine is designed to dry effectively using as little energy as possible. However , if you require the laundry to be drier , it is possible to reduce the default residual moistur e level in the Minimum iron pr ogrammes.
Anti-crease If laundry is not removed as soon as the programme has finished, the drum will continue to rotate at intervals for one hour to prevent creasing. The anti-crease function – is activated when the machine is delivered. Y ou can deactivate it if wished.
Memory function If an additional option has been selected for a programme or a duration has been selected for a timed drying programme, the machine will store this information in memory . When this programme is chosen again, these settings will also be selected.
Extending the cooling down time The cooling down phase which takes place before the end of a pr ogramme can be lengthened if requir ed. This makes the garments easier to handle. The dryer is delivered with the extended cooling down time option deactivated.
Clean out airways indicator The Clean out airways indicator light can be deactivated. The Clean out airways indicator light – is activated when the machine is delivered. The light is a r eminder to clean the fluff filters and to check and clean the condenser unit, if necessary .
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