Miele 10 014 160 - Manuals

Guide to the dishwasher 6 Control panel a Optical Interface b Program selection c Option buttons with indicator lights d Arrow buttons  e  button - FlexiTimer with indicator light f OK button g Display h Program selection button  i  (On/Off) Button These operating instructions apply to several ...

Guide to the dishwasher 7 Display functions General information The display is used to select or set the following: – The program– The FlexiTimer (Delay Start)– The Settings menu The display can show the following: – The program stage– The estimated time left for the pro‐ gram to run – Any relevant ...

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 8 This dishwasher complies with current safety requirements. Inap‐ propriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the dishwasher, please read the installation plan and the operating instructions c...

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 9 Correct use  This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and similar residential environments.  This dishwasher is not suitable for outdoor use.  It must only be used as specified in these operating instructions for cleaning domestic dishware and cut...

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 10 Safety with children  Children must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised.  Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Keep small children away from the appliance at all times to avoid the risk ...

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 11 Technical safety  Installation, repair, and maintenance work should only be per‐ formed by a Miele-authorized service technician. Work by unquali‐ fied persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty.  Before installation, check the dishwasher for visible sign...

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 14 Proper installation  The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation plan.  Be careful when installing the dishwasher. Wear protective gloves to avoid injury on any sharp metal components.  The dishwasher must be correctly aligne...

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 16  Please observe the information given in "Technical data" regard‐ ing the capacity of the dishwasher. Accessories  Use only genuine original Miele parts. If spare parts or accesso‐ ries from other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid. Dis...

Caring for the environment 17 Disposal of packaging material The cardboard box and packaging pro‐ tect the appliance during shipping. These materials are biodegradable and recyclable. Please recycle. Disposal of your old appliance Old appliances may contain materials that can be recycled. Please con...

Before using for the first time 18 Opening the door At the end of programs with a drying phase (see "Program overview"), the door will open automatically a little in order to help the drying process. This function can be deactivated if pre‐ ferred (see "Settings menu - AutoOpen").  ...

Before using for the first time 19 Basic settings  Open the door.  Turn the dishwasher on with the  button. The welcome screen will appear when the dishwasher is turned on for the first time. Language The display will change automatically to the screen for setting the language.  Use the  arrow...

Before using for the first time 20 Water hardness The display changes to the water hard‐ ness setting. – The dishwasher must be program‐ med for the water hardness in your area. – Your local water supplier can tell you the water hardness level in your area. – Where the water hardness fluctuates e.g....

Before using for the first time 21 Before using the appliance for the first time, you require: – Approx. 2 qt (2 l) of water– Approx. 2 kg (4 lbs) of dishwasher salt – Domestic dishwasher detergent– Rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers Every dishwasher is tested at the fac‐ tory. There will...

Before using for the first time 22 Filling the salt reservoir Important! Before filling the salt res‐ ervoir with dishwasher salt for the first time, you must fill it with approx. 2 qt (2 l) of water to enable the salt to dissolve.Once the dishwasher has been used for the first time, there is always...

Before using for the first time 23 Salt refill indicator  Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt for reactivation when  Refill salt appears in the display (If it appears during a program, wait until the end of the program).  Confirm with OK . The salt refill indicator will go out.  Risk of...

Before using for the first time 24 Rinse aid Rinse aid is needed 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 formu...

Before using for the first time 25  Add rinse aid only until it is visible in the opening. The rinse aid reservoir holds approx. 3.7 oz. (110 ml).  Close the flap firmly so that it clicks into place. Otherwise water can enter the rinse aid reservoir during a pro‐ gram.  Wipe up any spilled rinse ...

Loading the dishwasher 26 Tips Remove coarse food residues from the dishware.There is no need to rinse items under running water!  Do not wash items soiled with ash, sand, wax, grease, or paint in the dishwasher. These will damage the dishwasher. Dishware can be loaded anywhere in the baskets, but ...

Loading the dishwasher 27 Items not recommended for dish‐ washing – Wooden cutlery, cutting boards and dishware or items with wooden parts – Craft items, antiques, valuable vases, and decorative glassware – Plastic items which are not heat-re‐ sistant: the high temperatures in the dishwasher may cau...

Loading the dishwasher 28 Loading examples Loading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery tray Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray (depending on model)

Loading the dishwasher 29 Loading for 16 standard place settings with cutlery tray Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray (depending on model)

Loading the dishwasher 30 Loading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery basket Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery basket

Loading the dishwasher 31 Loading for 13 standard place settings with cutlery basket Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery basket

Loading the dishwasher 32 Upper basket  For safety reasons, do not oper‐ ate the dishwasher without the upper and lower baskets in place (except when running the Tall items program, if available).  Use the upper basket for small, light‐ weight and delicate items such as cups, saucers, glasses, des...

Loading the dishwasher 33 XXL cup rack (depending on model) The cup rack can be set at two different widths so that it can also accommodate large cups.  Pull the cup rack upwards and click it back into position at the required width. Glassware rack This rail is designed to hold glasses with long st...

Loading the dishwasher 34 Adjusting the upper basket In order to gain more space for taller items the upper basket can be adjusted on three levels with 3/4" (2 cm) be‐ tween each level.The upper basket can also be set at an angle with one side high and the other side low. Make sure, however, tha...

Loading the dishwasher 35 Lower basket  For larger and heavier items such as plates, serving platters, saucepans, bowls, etc. Glasses, cups and small items such as saucers can also be placed in the lower basket. Do not place thin, deli‐ cate glassware in the lower basket.  Place large platters and...

Loading the dishwasher 36 Glass rack  The glass rack can be raised to make more room for tall items.  Stem glassware, e.g. wine glasses or champagne flutes, can be leaned against the glass rack or suspended from it. You can set the glass rack at two differ‐ ent heights.  Slide the glass rack to t...

Loading the dishwasher 37 Hinged spikes The spikes at the front are used for washing plates, soup bowls, platters, dessert bowls, and saucers.The spikes can be lowered to make more room for large items, e.g. pots, pans and dishes.  Press the yellow lever downwards  , and then lower the spikes  . ...

Loading the dishwasher 38 Grates and filters You can also wash Miele grates, the Miele griddle plate, and Miele range hood filters.  Select the Grates & Filters program for optimum dishwashing results.  Protruding parts can damage the dishwasher.Load the dishwasher in such a way that no corner...

Loading the dishwasher 39 Griddle plate  Load the griddle plate in the bottom basket. To do so. fold over the front row of spikes.  Arrange the griddle plate with the grilling surface facing upwards to guarantee better drying. Filters You can wash two range hood filters in the upper basket and two...

Loading the dishwasher 40 Cutlery 3D cutlery tray (depending on model)  Arrange the cutlery in the tray as shown. To make unloading much easier, cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, one for spoons, etc.Spoon heads should be placed in con‐ tact with at least one of the ...

Loading the dishwasher 41 Cutlery basket (depending on model) The cutlery basket can be placed any‐ where on the front rows of spikes in the lower basket.  To avoid the risk of injury, knives and forks should be placed with the han‐ dles upwards in the basket. However, cutlery placed handle down in...

Operation 42 Detergent  Only use detergents formulated for domestic dishwashers. Refer to the manufacturer's packaging as to whether Tab products are suitable for the water hardness level in your area. Please note that the cleaning and dry‐ ing results of Tab detergents can vary greatly. For optimu...

Operation 43 Adding detergent  Press the opening catch on the de‐ tergent dispenser. The flap will spring open. The flap is always open at the end of a program.  Add the required amount of detergent and close the flap.  Make sure that the detergent packag‐ ing is properly closed after use to avoi...

Operation 44 Turning on  Turn on the water supply if it is turned off.  Open the door.  Make sure the spray arms are not ob‐ structed.  Press the  button for at least 2 sec‐ onds. The program selected will appear briefly in the display and the appropriate indi‐ cator light will come on. Then, t...

Operation 45 Starting a program  Start the program by closing the door within four seconds of the last press of a button. The program will begin.The Optical Interface comes on to show that a program has been started. If you do not close the door within four seconds, the indicator light of the selec...

Operation 46 Energy management To save energy, the dishwasher will switch off automatically 10 minutes af‐ ter the last time a button has been pressed or after the end of the program (see "Settings menu - Optimize stand‐ by").  Press the  button to switch the dishwasher back on. The dishwa...

Operation 47 Turning off At the end of a program:  Open the door.  The dishwasher can be switched off at any time using the  button. Turning the dishwasher off during a pro‐ gram stops the program.Turning the dishwasher off during the run-up to a delay start time (FlexiTimer) will also stop the p...

Operation 48 Interrupting a program The program will be interrupted as soon as you open the door. After four seconds, the indicator light of the selected program will flash and the message Continue with OK will appear in the display.  Press the OK and close the door within four seconds. The program...

Options 49 Options You can select and deselect the options using the appropriate buttons and the display.  Open the door.  Turn the dishwasher on with the  button. The indicator light next to the program selected will come on.  Select a program.  Press the button for the option you want. The in...

Options 50 FlexiTimer with EcoStart The FlexiTimer  gives you three ways of starting the program by means of de‐ laying the start. You can set the start time or the finish time of a program. You also have the option of taking ad‐ vantage of time variable economy rates of electricity using the Flexi...

Options 52 EcoStart The FlexiTimer function allows you to take advantage of time variable econo‐ my rates of electricity. Before you can use this option, you must set up to three electricity rate time zones (see "Settings menu - EcoStart"). You then set the latest time at which the program s...

Program overview 53 Program When to use Program sequence Pre- wash Main wash Interim rinse Final rinse Drying Normal Program for regular use to completely wash a full load of normally soiled dish‐ ware with the ability to ad‐ just energy and water con‐ sumption based on the soil load of the dishware...

Settings menu 55 Adjusting default valuesOpening the Settings menu  Open the door.  Switch the dishwasher off with the  button if it is switched on.  Press and hold the OK button.  Switch the dishwasher on with the  button. Release this button as soon as the background lighting lights up in th...

Settings menu 56 Language  The display can be set to appear in one of several different languages.You can change the language in the display via the Language  sub-menu.  Select the language you want as well as the country, if appropriate, and confirm with OK . The flag after the word Language  a...

Settings menu 58 Rinse aid You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for best results. The rinse aid dosage is set in stages from 0 to 6. It is set to 3 at the factory.The dosage can turn out to be higher than the set value due to the automatic adjustment of the Automatic program. If spots appear on dishw...

Settings menu 59 Setting the electricity rate times Before you can use the FlexiTimer op‐ tion, you must set at least one electrici‐ ty rate time.  Use the  arrow buttons to select the electricity rate time (R1-R3) you want to set and confirm with OK . The start of the electricity rate time se‐ l...

Settings menu 60 Deleting the electricity rate times  You can delete the settings for an electricity rate time and in doing so deactivate the FlexiTimer option for this time zone.  Use the  arrow buttons to select the electricity rate time (R1 - R3) you want to delete and confirm with OK .  For...

Settings menu 61 BrilliantLight This dishwasher has interior lighting. When the door is open, the lighting will switch off automatically after 15 mi‐ nutes.The interior lighting can be switched off.  Select the setting you want and con‐ firm with OK . Optimize Standby The dishwasher is supplied wit...

Settings menu 62 Soak You can use this function to loosen dried-on food residues in the program selected. Once activated, this function will be carried out with all programs until you deactivate it. If you are using powder dishwasher de‐ tergent, add approx. 5 g to compart‐ ment I.  Select the sett...

Settings menu 63 Volume A sequence of buzzer tones will sound at the end of the program or if there is a fault as long as the buzzer has been ac‐ tivated. Buzzer in the event of a fault The buzzer in the event of a fault will sound four times at intervals with a short pause between each set of tones...

Settings menu 64 Factory default settings You can reset all settings to the factory default settings.  Select Reset and confirm with OK . Closing the Settings menu You can exit the Settings menu using Close .  Select Close and confirm with OK . The program selected will appear in the display brief...

Cleaning and care 65 Check and clean your dishwasher regularly. This will help avoid prob‐ lems and faults.  All surfaces are susceptible to scratching.Contact with unsuitable cleaning agents can alter or discolor all surfa‐ ces. Cleaning the wash cabinet Generally, the wash cabinet is self cleanin...

Cleaning and care 66 Cleaning the door front  If soiling remains longer, it may happen that the surfaces can be‐ come discolored or changed.Remove any soiling immediately.  Clean the front with a solution of warm water and a little dishwashing liquid applied with a soft sponge. Wipe the surfaces d...

Cleaning and care 67 Filter system The filter system in the base of the wash cabinet prevents food from being redeposited on dishes. It also protects the circulation pump from damage caused by foreign objects.  This dishwasher must not be used without all the filters in place! Collection of coarse ...

Cleaning and care 69 Cleaning the spray arms Particles of food can get stuck in the spray arm jets and bearings. The spray arms should therefore be inspected and cleaned regularly (approx. every 4 - 6 months).  Turn the dishwasher off. Remove the spray arms as follows:  Take out the cutlery tray (...

Frequently Asked Questions 70 With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of the appli‐ ance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting Miele Service. This will save time and money.The following guide may help you to find the rea...

Frequently Asked Questions 71 Problem Possible cause and solution The door locking pins do not retract after the door has opened auto‐ matically. There is a fault with the door mechanism or the door has not been correctly balanced.  Contact Miele Service. The AutoOpen function must be switched off ...

Frequently Asked Questions 73 Water intake fault Problem Possible cause and solution The Optical Interface is flashing quickly. The buzzer is sounding. One of the following faults appears in the display:  Open water supply The water supply is turned off.  Turn on the water supply all the way.  In...

Frequently Asked Questions 74 Water drainage fault Problem Possible cause and solution The Optical Interface is flashing quickly. The buzzer is sounding. The following fault ap‐ pears in the display:  Drain Before fixing the fault:  Turn the dishwasher off with the  button. There is a problem wit...

Frequently Asked Questions 75 General problems Problem Possible cause and solution The Optical Interface is flashing quickly. The warning buzzer is sounding. The indicator light of the selected program and the message Contin- ue with OK will appear in the display. The dishwasher does not start or th...

Frequently Asked Questions 77 Noises Problem Possible cause and solution There is a knocking noise in the wash cabi‐ net. A spray arm is hitting the dishware.  Interrupt the program, and rearrange the items which are obstructing the spray arm. There is a rattling noise in the wash cabinet. Dishware...

Frequently Asked Questions 78 Poor cleaning results Problem Possible cause and solution The dishes are not clean. The dishes were not loaded correctly.  See notes in "Loading the dishwasher". The program was not powerful enough.  Select a more intensive program (see "Program overview&#...

Frequently Asked Questions 80 Problem Possible cause and solution White residue is visible on dishware and cut‐ lery, clouding occurs on glassware; this film can be wiped off. The rinse aid dosage is too low.  Increase the dosage (see "Settings menu - Rinse aid"). The salt reservoir is empt...

Frequently asked questions 81 Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If the water has not been pumped away at the end of a program, the drain pump or the non-return valve might be blocked. They are, however, easy to clean.  Turn off the dishwasher and pull the plug.  Take the filter system o...

Customer service 82 Repairs For problems that you cannot resolve on your own, please contact: – your Miele dealer or– Miele Service The telephone number for Miele is listed at the back of these instruc‐ tions. In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself please contact the Miele Service...

Optional accessories 83 Dishwasher detergent and rinse aid, as well as cleaning and care products, are available as optional accessories. All the products are designed for use with Miele dishwashers.These and many other useful products can be ordered via the Miele website or from Miele (see end of t...

Optional accessories 84 Dishwasher care products Miele cleaning and care products pro‐ vide optimum care for your dishwasher. Dishwasher cleaner – Cleans the dishwasher effectively and thoroughly – Removes grease, bacteria, and un‐ pleasant odors – Ensures excellent dishwashing re‐ sults Dishwasher ...

85 Installation Instructions Please refer to the Installation Diagram supplied with these instructions.To comply with IEC sound testing protocols, please contact Miele for additional instructions. Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specif...

Electrical connection 86 Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous.Check that the voltage, frequency and fuse rating shown on the data plate match the household mains supply.The power outlet must be accessible after installation. Do not use an ex‐ tension cord to...

Electrical connection 87 Hardwired electrical connection It is possible to hardwire this appliance to an existing power cable. CAUTION: Before servicing, discon‐ nect the power supply by either re‐ moving the fuse, shutting off the power main or manually "tripping" the circuit breaker.Instal...

Water connection 88 Connection to the water sup‐ ply  Water in the dishwasher must not be used as drinking water. – The dishwasher may be connected to a cold or hot water supply up to a maximum of 140°F/60°C. We would only recommend connec‐ tion to a hot water supply if it is eco‐ nomical, e.g. a s...

Water connection 89 Drainage – The machine comes equipped with a built-in non-return valve on the dis‐ charge side to prevent waste water from flowing back into the dishwash‐ er. – Take the drain line of the dishwasher and attach the drain line as high as possible under the counter rim of the kitche...

Sound emission testing 90 Prerequisites for sound emission tests Load the dishwasher with 16 standard place settings and use the Normal pro‐ gram. Setup for sound emission tests The dishwasher must be set up according to the following specifications.  Install the dishwasher into an analyzing unit. ...

Sound emission testing 91  Push the provided fleece strips (depending on model) under the toe-kick until it is flush with the appliance feet  .  Push the toe-kick into place in such a way that it is flush with the door front  .

Sound emission testing 92  Remove the protective film from the provided insulating strip (depending on model)  .  Push the insulating strip into the front top edge of the toe-kick  .

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