Miele W 1945 - Manuals

This washing machine conforms to current safety requirements.Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury anddamage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the washingmachine, please read these instructions carefully before using itfor the first time. They contain import...

Safety with children ~ Children 8 years and older may use, clean or maintain the washing machine without supervision only if they have been shownhow to do so in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. ~ Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the machine unless they are constant...

Technical safety ~ Before setting up the washing machine, check it for any externally visible damage.Do not install or use a damaged washing machine. ~ Before connecting the washing machine, ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and frequency) matchthe mains electricity supply. ...

Correct use ~ Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split. Thereliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired attemperatures below freezing point. ~ Before using the washing machine for the first time, check tha...

Accessories ~ Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and productliability claims will be invalidated. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions. Warning and ...

Control panel a Display See the following page for moreinformation. b Delay start button ( V )* For delaying the start time of aprogramme. c Temperature button (OK)* For selecting a temperature. d Spin speed button ( W )* For selecting the final spin speed or Rinse hold / e or No . (Without spin). e...

Second function of the Delay start( V ), Temperature (OK) and Spin speed ( W ) buttons These buttons have a second functionwhen Eco 4 is selected and also in the programmable functions. Thesecond function is represented bysymbols in the display. – The Delay start ( V ) button scrolls through the lis...

The programme packages offer you theopportunity to add a number of specialprogrammes to the standard range ofprogrammes supplied with yourmachine. These programme packages have tobe downloaded by a Miele serviceengineer. To select these newprogrammes The programmes contained in thesepackages are sel...

Before using the machine for the firsttime ensure that it is correctlyinstalled and connected. See"Installation and connection". Alsocheck that the drain filter is securelytightened to prevent the risk of leaksduring use. See "Installation andconnection". This washing machine hasunde...

Energy and water consumption – Water consumption and energy usage are determined by the size ofthe load.To make the most out of yourmachine, load the maximum dry loadfor the programme you are using. – When smaller amounts of laundry are washed, the automatic loadrecognition system will reduce theamo...

Eco feedback The Eco feedback button is used for calling up information about themachine's energy and waterconsumption. The Eco feedback button must be held in to display this information. Pressing the Eco feedback button gives two different types of information: – Before and during the programme an...

Brief instructions The headings numbered A , B , C , . . . show the operating sequence and canbe used as brief instructions. A Sort the laundry ^ Empty all pockets. , Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can causedamage to garments andcomponents in the machine. ^ Badly soiled areas...

B Switch on the washing machine C Load the drum ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Unfold the laundry and load looselyinto the drum. Mixing both large andsmall items gives better wash resultsand also helps distribute the loadevenly during spinning. The most efficient use of energy andw...

Further programmes are availableunder the programme setting Eco 4 . B Selecting programmes using the programme selector at the Eco 4 position and the display ^ Turn the programme selectorclockwise until the indicator light forthe Eco 4 programmes comes on. The following will appear in the display: ^...

F Select an extra option(s) ^ Select any extra options by pressingthe appropriate button. The relevantindicator light will come on to showwhich extra option has beenselected. Not all the extra options are suitable foruse with every programme. You can only select extra options whichare compatible wit...

G Select Delay start (if required) The start of a programme can bedelayed from 30 minutes up to 24hours, allowing you to make use ofnight-time economy electricity rates, forexample. See "Delay start" for more information. H Add detergent It is important to dispense the correctamount, because...

I Start the programme ^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button. If a delay start time has been selected,then this will count down in the display.At the end of the delay start time or im-mediately after the programme hasstarted (if no delay start time has beenselected) the estimated programmeduration w...

Final spin speed You can reduce the final spin speed.However, you cannot select a final spinspeed higher than that shown in thechart above. Rinse and interim spin There is a spin after the main wash andbetween the rinses. A reduction in thefinal spin speed will also reduce theinterim spin speed. If ...

Delay start allows you to choose whenyou want the programme to start. Thestart of a programme can be delayedfrom 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24hours, allowing you to make use ofnight-time economy electricity rates, forexample. Selecting delay start ^ Press the Delay start button. The following wil...

Please refer to the separate booklet for information on programmes available asadditional programme packages. Programme chart 27 Cottons 9876 * cold to 90°C Max. load 7.0 kg Use for Cotton, linen or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling,underwear, T-shirts etc. Note The 60°/40°C programmes...

Programme chart 28 Intensive plus cold to 95°C Max. load 7.0 kg Use for Mixed loads of heavily soiled garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum iron programmes. Sort according to colour. Notes – The pre-wash additional function will be activated automatically. – The duration of the main wash wil...

Programme chart 29 Automatic plus 7621 * cold to 40°C Max. load 5.0 kg Use for Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum iron programmes. Sort according to colour. Note The wash parameters (e.g. water level, wash rhythm and spinspeed) are adjusted automatically in this programme t...

The following extra options can be selected in addition to the programme: Short Pre-wash Pre-wash + Soak Extra quiet Cottons X X X X Minimum iron X X X X Delicates X X X X Woollens / X Express 20 X 1) X Intensive plus X 2) X Separate rinse/Starch X Shirts X X X X Dark garments / Denim X X X X Automa...

Washing The figure quoted in the bucket is themaximum temperature the garmentcan be washed at. The number ofbars under the symbol indicates thelevel of agitation permitted. 9 No bar under the symbol: =normal agitation 4 One bar under the symbol: =reduced agitation c Two bars under the symbol: =much ...

Main wash Rinses Spinning Water level Wash rhythm Water level Rinses Interim spin Final spin Programme sequence 32 Cottons d a ( 2-4 1)2) L L Minimum iron ( c e 2-3 3) L L Delicates e d e 3 – L Woollens / e f e 2 L L Express 20 d b d 1-3 3) L L Dark garments /Denim ( b d 3 – L Intensive plus ( a ( 2...

Cancelling a programme You can cancel a programme at anytime after it has started. ^ Press the Start/Stop button. Cancel programme ^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button again. The suds will be pumped away. If you want to remove the laundry: ^ Press the Door button. If you want to select a different...

Adding or removing laundryafter a programme has started ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Add or remove items. ^ Close the drum door. The programme will continueautomatically. Please note: Once a programme has started themachine cannot recognise anyadjustment to the load. For this rea...

The correct detergent All modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable.Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these are supplied with the detergent. Tabletsare suitable for full loads, but note that it may be impractical to reduce tablets forsmaller loads. Some tablets do not ...

Detergent 37 Universal detergent Detergent for coloureds Detergent for delicates Specialist detergent* Proofing agent** Fabric conditioner Minimum iron X X – – – X Cottons X X – – – X Delicates X X X – – X Woollens / – – – X – X Express 20 1) X X – – – X Automatic plus X X – – – X Dark garments /Den...

The right amount to dispense willdepend on the following: – The quantity of laundry – The soiling level of the laundry Lightly soiledNo visible dirt or stains. Possiblyslight body odour. Normally soiledVisibly dirty and/or just a few slightstains. Heavily soiledVisible dirt and stains and/or dried o...

A range of Miele branded cleaning andconditioning agents is available toorder from the Miele Spare PartsDepartment or via the internet atwww.miele-shop.com. Cleaning the drum (Hygieneinfo) Washing at low temperatures and/orusing liquid detergent can causebacteria and unpleasant smells to buildup in ...

Cleaning the filter in the waterinlet The washing machine has a filter toprotect the water inlet valve. The accessible filter in the union in theopen end of the inlet hose should bechecked every six months, or moreoften if there are frequent interruptionsto the external water supply. ^ First turn of...

With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of themachine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put rightwithout contacting the Service Department. , Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in stric...

General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine shakesduring the spin cycle. The machine feet arenot level. Level the machine (see"Installation andconnection"). The laundry has notbeen spun properly andis still wet. The machine detectedan imbalance duringthe final spin andreduced ...

An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy Liquid detergentdoes not give therequired result. Liquid detergents usuallycontain no bleachingagents. They do notremove fruit, coffee andtea stains. – Use a general purpose detergent containing ableaching agent. – Add stain removers into c...

The drum door does not open when you press the Door button Possible cause Remedy The machine is notconnected to theelectricity supply and/or isnot switched on. Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and/orswitch the machine on with the _ button. The safety lock has beenactivated. Deactivate the...

Once the flow of water ceases: ^ Remove the drain filter completely. ^ Clean it thoroughly. ^ Remove any foreign objects (e.g.buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff from thefilter housing. Turn the impeller byhand to check that it rotates freely.Any foreign object causing anobstruction should be removed. ^...

In the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, pleasecontact: – your Miele Dealer or – Miele (see back cover for contact details). When contacting your Dealer or Miele,please quote the model and serialnumber of your machine, both of whichare shown on the data plate visibleabove the port...

Front view a Inlet hose (tested to withstandpressure of at least 7,000 kPa) b Electricity supply cable c - f Flexible drain hose (with detachable swivel elbow) g Detergent dispenser drawer h Control panel i Drum door j Access to drain filter, drain pumpand emergency release k Four height adjustable ...

Rear view a Protruding lid for holding whenmoving the machine b Electricity supply cable c Inlet hose (tested to withstandpressure of at least 7,000 kPa) d Drain hose e Transport clip for inlet and drainhoses f Safety cap for transit bars g Transport clip for inlet and drainhoses and for storing tra...

Installation surface A concrete floor is the most suitableinstallation surface for a washingmachine, being far less prone tovibration during the spin cycle thanwooden floorboards or a carpetedsurface. Please note: ^ The machine must be level andsecurely positioned. ^ To avoid vibrations during spinn...

, To avoid the risk of injury the holes for the transit bars must becovered after the transit bars havebeen removed. ^ Plug the holes with the plastic capsas illustrated. ^ Secure the transit bars to the back ofthe washing machine. Make sure thatthe top catch is located above theholder. , The machin...

Levelling the machine The machine must stand perfectly levelon all four feet to ensure safe andproper operation. Incorrect installation may increaseelectricity and water consumption andmay cause the machine to move about. Screwing out and adjusting the feet The four adjustable screw feet are usedto ...

Building under a worktop , The machine lid must not be removed. This washing machine can be pushedunder a worktop with its lid in place,providing the worktop is high enough. Washer-dryer stack A Miele tumble dryer can be stackedwith the washing machine. A WTVstacking kit is necessary which can bepur...

The Miele water protectionsystem The Miele water protection systemprotects the washing machine fromwater damage. The system consists of three maincomponents: 1) the inlet hose 2) the electronic unit and the washing machine housing 3) the drain hose 1) Inlet hose The inlet hose is tested to withstand...

Connection to the watersupply The machine should be connected to amains water supply in accordance withlocal and national safety regulations.The German authorities do not require itto have a non-return valve as thewashing machine has been designedto comply with DIN regulations. The machine is design...

Connection to the drainagesystem The machine drains via a drain pumpwith a delivery head of 1 metre*. Thedrain hose must not be kinked as thisrestricts drainage. The swivel elbow atthe end of the hose can be turned ineither direction, or can be detached ifrequired, with a sharp twist and pull. If re...

Electrical connection U.K. All electrical work should be carried outby a suitably qualified and competentperson, in strict accordance withcurrent national and local safetyregulations (BS 7671 in the UK). Ensure power is not supplied to theappliance until after installation workhas been carried out. ...

Consumption data 63 Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration in kWh in litres Cottons 90°C 7.0 kg 2.20 52 2 h 29 min 60°C 7.0 kg 1.33 52 1 h 59 min 60°C 3.5 kg 1.00 45 1 h 59 min Eco 60 * 7.0 kg 0.82 52 2 h 59 min Eco 60 * 3.5 kg 0.82 45 2 h 59 min 40°C 7.0 kg 0.84 67 2 h 29 min 40°C 3.5 kg 0.73 ...

Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 656 mm Depth with door open 1092 mm Height for building under 850 mm Width for building under 600 mm Weight 99 kg Capacity 7 kg dry laundry Voltage See data plate Connected load See data plate Fuse rating See data plate Consumption data See "Consumption data"...

To access programmable functions Before you begin, first ensure that: – The washing machine is switched on. – The machine door is closed properly. ^ Press the Delay start ( V ) and Spin speed ( W ) buttons at the same time until: Language ! ... appears in the display. You are now inprogrammable func...

Total usage This gives the sum total of all energyand water consumption. Energy This gives the sum total of all energyconsumption. Water This gives the sum total of all waterconsumption. Reset function This resets the total consumption datafigure back to zero. Water plus You can increase the amount ...

Code A code can be used to lock theelectronics on the washing machineto prevent it being used without yourknowledge. When the code has been activated, youhave to enter a code after switching thewashing machine on. Otherwise thewashing machine cannot be operated. Code ... ^ Press the Temperature (OK)...

Temperature unit You can chose for the temperature tobe displayed in °C/Celsius or °F/Fahrenheit . The machine is delivered with°C/Celsius as the default setting. Buzzer When the buzzer function has beenactivated, an audible tone sounds atthe end of a programme or whenRinse hold is reached. There ar...

Standby display To save energy, the display goes outand the indicator light for the Start/ Stop button will start flashing slowly. The display will always go out, – if a programme is not selected within 10 minutes of the machine beingswitched on. – 10 minutes after the end of a programme. Pressing o...

Miele washing machines offer perfectcare for your laundry and feature awide range of special programmesdesigned to suit the fabric beingwashed. Miele have also developed arange of specialist CareCollectiondetergents and conditioning productsto offer you a complete package forcleaning and caring for ...

"UltraWhite" detergent This multi-purpose powder detergenthas excellent stain removal propertiesand is suitable for white and lightcoloured laundry as well as heavilysoiled coloured items. "UltraColor" detergent for colouredgarments This liquid detergent is particularlysuitable for c...