Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product W 4800 Miele
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Operating and Installation Instructions Washer W 4800 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Control panel .....................
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Cleaning the detergent drawer .......................................2 5 Cleaning the water inlet filters ............................
, WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons while using your appliance follow basic safety precautions, including the following: ~ Read all instructions before using the appliance. ~ GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded.
~ Faulty components must only be replaced with genuine Miele spare parts. ~ If the power cord is damaged it must only be replaced by a Miele Service technician with a genuine Miele power cord. ~ Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more.
Control panel a PROGRAMS buttons e- to select a wash program. b OPTIONS buttons Special features to enhance a wash program. c TEMP button to select the wash temperature. d SPIN speed button to select the spin speed. e PC Indicator allows a service technician to check and update the wash programs.
The appliance must be correctly installed and connected before the first use. Please see the "Installation instructions." This washing machine has undergone thorough functional testing in the factory, there may be some residual water in the drum from this process.
1. Prepare and sort the laundry ^ Empty all pockets. , Foreign objects left in pockets (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to clothes and the machine.
2. Load the laundry ^ Open the drum door. ^ Load the laundry loosely 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. ^ Close the drum door. To prevent damage, make sure that there is no clothing caught between the drum door and the seal.
3. Select a program ^ Press the "PROGRAMS" button e or - until the desired program indicator lights. Using the washer 10.
Program guide Temperature Final spin Item / Tip Normal Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer Hot D High spin Items made from cottons, linen or mixed fabrics. Important: Fill the drum only 3 / 4 of the way. Items need room to move otherwise they might get caught in the drum door seal.
Temperature Final spin Item / Tip Woolens Options: Sensitive, Buzzer Warm B High spin Med spin Slow spin Hold No spin Items made from washable wool and mixed woolens. Cold A No Heat Silk Options: Buzzer Cold M Slow spin Silk and hand washable items which do not contain wool.
4. Select a temperature and final spin speed The preselected temperature and/or spin speed can be adjusted if the program allows for it. See the "Program Guide". ^ Press the "TEMP" and "SPIN" button until the indicator of the desired setting lights.
5. Select an option ^ Select the desired Option with the respective button. Once an Option is selected the indicator lights. ^ See the Program Guide to find which Option is selectable for what program. If an Option cannot be selected, the wash program does not permit it.
6. Add detergent Front loading washing machines require significantly less detergent than traditional top loaders. Closely follow the requirements of the detergent manufacturer. Use detergent according to the laundry soiling and water hardness. Light soiling No soiling or stains are visible.
^ Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer. ^ If you do not use bleach, please remove the insert from the main wash compartment. ^ Add detergent to the desired compartments.
Detergents You can use all high efficiency detergents which are formulated for household washing machines. Closely follow the requirements of the detergent manufacturer.
Fabric after care Fabric softener Makes fabrics feel softer and reduces static cling in the dryer. Mild liquid starch A synthetic starch wash that gives fabrics some stiffness. ^ Add the fabric softener or mild liquid starch to the "Softener" compartment.
Bleach ^ Pour bleach into the compartment. During the Main Wash the bleach will be automatically rinsed from the compartment and added to the cycle. Dyes The use of dyes in the washer is only recommended to a degree of usual household use. The salt used for dying may corrode the stainless steel with frequent use.
7. Start the program ^ Press the flashing "Start" button. The washer shows the current cycle of the wash program under "STATUS". The drum door will be locked when the program starts. The drum light turns off after the program starts.
9. Program end ^ Open the drum door. ^ Remove the laundry. Check the drum for any missed pieces of laundry. Items inadvertently left in the washer may be damaged (e.g. shrink or discolor) during the next wash cycle. ^ Check the folds of the door seal for any small articles which may have been trapped.
Canceling a program A program can be canceled any time after a program start. ^ Press the "Pause" button until the "STATUS" indicator "Drain/Spin" indicator lights. The wash water will be drained away. To add or remove laundry ^ Open the drum door.
Adding/removing laundry during a wash program ^ Press briefly the "Pause" button. ^ Open the drum door. ^ Add or remove the piece of laundry. ^ Close the drum door. ^ Press the "Start" button. The program will continue automatically.
, Before cleaning or maintenance, disconnect the power supply by unplugging the unit or manually "tripping" the circuit breaker. , Do not hose the washer down. Cleaning the exterior and control panel ^ Clean the exterior of the washer with a mild solution of non-abrasive detergent or soap and water, wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Quick guide Remove this guide for easy reference Please read all instructions, especially the "Important Safety Instructions", before using the washer.
1. Sort the laundry ^ Empty all pockets. ^ Sort the laundry by fabric and color. ^ Pretreat stains. 2. Load the laundry ^ Open the drum door and load the laundry. ^ Close the drum door. To prevent damage to the door seal and clothing, make sure no clothing is caught between the drum door and seal.
5. Select an Option ^ Select the desired "OPTIONS". Press the upper button until the indicator/s of the desired option light/s. 6. Add detergent ^ Add detergent in the respective compartments. 7. Start a program ^ Press the flashing "Start" button.
Program guide Sanitize Hot Very Warm Warm Cold No Heat Max High Med Slow Hold No Spin Normal XX X XX X Wrinkle-free XXX X X X X Sanitize X X X X Extra White X X X X Delicates X X X X Woolens X X X X X.
Cleaning the detergent drawer ^ Pull out the detergent drawer as far as it goes. Press down on the red release lever and pull the drawer out of the machine. ^ Clean the detergent drawer with warm water. Clean detergent residue regularly. Siphon tube and channel 1 .
Cleaning the water inlet filters The washer has two water inlet filters to protect each inlet valve. These filters should be checked and cleaned if necessary every 6 months. This may need to be done more frequently with some water supplies. ^ Turn off the water supply.
, Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for unauthorized work.
The program was canceled, the buzzer sounds and the "Start" button flashes. Issue Possible cause Fix – To turn off the fault message: Open the drum door or press and hold the "Pause/Hold to Cancel" button until the fault message goes out.
An error message is displayed at the end of a program. Issue Possible cause Fix – To turn off the fault message: Open the drum door or press and hold the "Pause/Hold to Cancel" button until the fault message goes out. The "FAULT" indicator "Drain" lights.
General problems with the washer Issue Possible cause Solution The washer shakes during the spin cycle. The four feet are not resting evenly on the floor. Level the machine see, "Installation - Leveling the Washer". There are unusual sounds coming from the drain pump.
Unsatisfactory wash results Issue Possible cause Solution The laundry is not clean enough when using liquid detergent. Liquid detergents do not contain bleaching agents. Fruit, coffee and tea stains may not be removed. – Use powder detergents containing bleach.
The drum door cannot be opened Possible cause Solution The door is locked during the wash cycles. Press the "Pause" button. The door lock opens. The Child Lock is activated. Deactivate the Child Lock as described in the chapter "Using the washer - Activate the Child Lock".
Opening the drum door during a power failure or when the drain is blocked , Pull the plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning the washer! ^ Open the detergent dispenser drawer and remove the tool. ^ Open the lint trap door. If the drain is clogged there will be water in the machine (max.
Once the flow of water stops: ^ Remove the drain filter. ^ Clean out any foreign objects or lint from the filter. ^ Check that the drain pump impeller (in the back of the chamber) rotates freely by spinning it with your hand. ^ Return the drain filter and tighten it into place.
Repairs In the event of a fault which you cannot fix yourself, please contact the service number on the back of this manual. When contacting the Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. This information can be found on the data plate located at the door hinge.
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Installation Instructions To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use..
Front view a High pressure intake hose, red mark for hot water b High pressure intake hose, blue mark for cold water c Power cord d - g Flexible drain hose with detachable swivel elbow (drain options .
Rear view a Electrical connection b W-LAN communication module c Rear access with grip for transport d Water intake hose cold water (blue stripes) e Water intake hose hot water (red stripes) f Drain h.
Installation site For best performance front loading washers should be installed on the ground floor or basement of the building. A concrete or reinforced floor is the most suitable surface for the washer. These floors are less prone to vibration during the spin cycle.
Removing the shipping struts ^ Turn the left shipping strut counterclockwise 90°. ^ Turn the right shipping strut counterclockwise 90°. ^ Withdraw the two struts together with the support plate. ^ Cover the two holes with the provided plugs. , Movement of the washer without the shipping struts in place should be kept to a minimum.
Leveling the washer To ensure smooth operation the washer must be level. Failure to level the machine can result in increased water and energy consumption, loud noises during the spin cycle or "walking" across the floor during use. Adjust the four leveling feet The washer is leveled by adjusting the four feet.
The washing machine can be connected to a portable water supply. A non-return valve is not needed unless required by building code. The washing machine has ½" (13 mm) pressure hoses with 3 / 4 " (19 mm) female hose thread connections. If there is no water hookup, contact a plumber to install a connection.
Water connection ^ Connect the cold water intake hose (blue mark) to the cold water valve and the hot water intake hose (red mark) to the hot water valve.
Drainage The 5 foot (1.5 m) drain hose may be connected as follows: 1. Directly into a sink: hook the hose over the edge of the sink and secure it firmly (e.g. by tying the hose to the water faucet). 2. To a stand pipe: place the drain hose int oa1½ "( 4c m ) stand pipe and secure it firmly.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
Disposal of the packing material The cardboard box and packing materials protect the appliance during shipping. They have been designed to be biodegradable and recyclable. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children, as they pose a danger of suffocation.
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