Miele W2888WPS - Manuals

The Miele "Water protectionsystem" protects from water damage provided the followingconditions have been met: – the machine is correctly plumbed in and connected to the electricitysupply. – if a fault has been identified, the machine must be examined by acompetent person before further use,a...

Control panel a Display See the following pages for moreinformation. b Short cut buttons For selecting an individual washingprogramme quickly. These buttonscan be programmed to select yourown favourite wash programmes. c Start button d PC / Optical interface This is used by service techniciansto run...

Displays Entry menu 1 COTTONS UNI. 60°C PROG. SELECTION ... 2 MINIMUM IRON 40°C SETTINGS F ... 3 DELICATES 40°C 4 WOOLLENS H 40°C 15:00 When the machine is switched on, the entry menu (withfactory default settings) appears and Prog. Selection is highlighted. Multi-function selector Turning the multi...

Programme Selection menu PROGRAMME Back A SELECTION COTTONS HYG. COTTONS UNI. MINIMUM IRON H You can use the multi-function selector to select anyprogramme. The highlighting will move up or downdepending on the direction the multi-function selector isturned in. The H V arrows on the right of the dis...

Before using the machine for the first time ensure that it iscorrectly installed and connected. See "Installation andconnection". Also check that the drain filter is securelytightened to prevent the risk of water leaks during use. The washing machine has a sensor which measures theamount of ...

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. – Use the Automatic and Quick wash programmes for small loads. – If smaller loads are washed using the...

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...

E Add detergent The percentage amounts in the displaywill help you to add the correctpercentage amount of detergentrecommended by the manufacturer. 40% Add slightly less than half theamount recommended . . . 50% Add half the amountrecommended . . . 60% Add slightly more than half theamount recommend...

You can programme the short cut buttons to call up the fourwash programmes you use most frequently. You can do this at the same time as starting a washprogramme. Selecting/changing a favourite ^ Switch the machine on. Entry menu 1 COTTONS UNI. 60°C PROG. SELECTION ... 2 MINIMUM IRON 40°C SETTINGS F ...

Important: If you do not make a selection in the sub-menu within approx.20 seconds, the display will revert to the main menu. – Temperature selection COTTONS UNI. 60 °C 1800 rpm Temperature fromCold - 60°C a ^ Use the multi-function selector to select the temperatureyou want and confirm your selecti...

Saving a favourite programme All the settings you have selected are now shown in the mainmenu. COTTONS UNI. 40°C 1800 rpm Water plusDuration: 1:06 h Extras H Timer Y H Detergent H Back A H ^ Start the programme by pressing the Start button. In a few seconds the option Save will appear in the display...

You can use the Extras to augment the basic wash programmes. To open the Extras sub-menu COTTONS UNI. 60°C 1800 rpm Duration: 1:06 h Extras H Timer Y H Detergent H Back A H ^ Press short cut button 1 . Selecting Extras COTTONS UNI. 60°C 1800 rpm Extras Intensive Pre-wash Soak Water plus Rinse hold B...

Rinse hold The laundry is not spun after the last rinse and remainssuspended in the final rinse water. This reduces creasing ifthe laundry is not going to be removed from the drum imme-diately after the end of the programme. Soak For heavily soiled and stained items with protein stains(e.g. blood, f...

The washing machine has a sensor which measures theamount of laundry placed in the drum. The Detergent sub-menu shows the percentage of the maximum load whichhas been placed in the drum. The maximum load will dependon the programme chosen. In addition to the load size percentage, the amount ofdeterg...

You can use the timer to set the end time of a programme.You can also delay the start of a programme from 30 minutesup to a maximum of 24 hours, allowing you to make use ofnight-time economy electricity rates, for example. To open the Timer sub-menu COTTONS UNI. 60°C 1800 rpm Duration: 1:06 h Extras...

Final spin speed Programm U/min Cottons Hygiene 1800 Cottons Universal 1800 Minimum Iron 900 Delicates 600 Automatic 900 Quick wash 1600 Woollens 1200 Silks 400 Starch 1500 Separate rinse 1200 Spin 1800 Denim 900 Shirts 600 Outer wear 800 You can reduce the final spin speed.You cannot select a final...

Cottons Hygiene 70°C to 95°C öF9 Fabric Cottons and linen fabrics, e.g. bed linen, table linen, nappies,underwear. Notes – Suitable for heavily soiled laundry. – For heavy soiling or where staining is visible, select Intensive . – For laundry with stubborn soiling and/or soiling which has beenleft u...

Important - other care symbols / Hand wash (If no temperatureis specified use the lowesttemperature or cold) h Do not wash apf Dry clean D Do not dry clean y Suitable for chlorinebleaching z Do not use chlorine bleach Tumble dry q At normal temperature r At low temperature s Do not tumble dry Ironin...

Main wash Rinses Spinning Water level Wash rhythm Water level No of rinses Rinse and interim spin Final spin Cottons Hygiene d a ( 2-3 1) L 2) L CottonsUniversal d a ( 2-3 1) L 2) Minimum iron d a e 2-3 3) L 2) L Delicates e b e 3 – L Automatic d a e 2 L 2) L Quick wash d a ( 2 L 2) L Woollens ( c (...

To cancel a programme COTTONS UNI. 60°C 1800 rpm WASHING 1:06 h Extras H Timer Y H Save H Cancel H You can cancel a programme at any time after it has startedby pressing short cut button 4 Cancel . The suds will be pumped away. ^ Open the drum door before starting a new programme. To interrupt a pro...

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started Laundry can be added or removed after the programme hasstarted when using the following programmes: – Cottons Hygiene – Cottons Universal – Minimum iron – Quick wash – Automatic – Starch ^ Press the door button a to open the door. ^ Add or rem...

Programme locking prevents the machine from beingopened and/or the programme being cancelled during awash programme. To activate programme locking ^ Once the programme has started, press the Start button for at least 6 seconds until the following appears in thedisplay: X System locked! The machine w...

All modern detergents produced forautomatic washing machines aresuitable, including liquid, compact(concentrated), tablets, liquid tabletsand special application detergents.Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if theseare supplied with the detergent. Tabletsare suitable for full loads but note that itma...

Fabric conditioners and liquidstarch Fabric conditioners make garments softand fluffy to handle and help preventstatic cling when tumble drying. Starch stiffens and gives body to itemsof laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths andbed linen. ^ Dispense according to the amountspecified on the packaging. Aut...

, Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply andwithdraw the plug from the socketprior to cleaning the machine. ^ Clean the casing with a mildnon-abrasive detergent or soap andwater. Wipe dry with a soft cloth. ^ Clean the fascia panel with a dampcloth and wipe dry with a soft cloth. ^...

Cleaning the detergent dispenserdrawer Remove detergent residues regularly. ^ Pull out the detergent dispenserdrawer until a resistance is felt. Pressdown the release catch and at thesame time pull the drawer right out ofthe machine. ^ Clean the detergent drawer withwarm water. ^ Clean the siphon. 1...

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...

What to do, if . . . With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of theappliance, 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 qu...

Problems with the load size indicator Problem Possible cause Remedy The displayindicates a load of < 25% even though the drum is full. There was alreadylaundry in the drumwhen the washingmachine was switchedon. This hasdecalibrated thesensor from the zerosetting. ^ To recalibrate the sensor to th...

General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine shakesduring the spin cycle. The machine feet are notlevel. Level the machine (see"Installation"). The pump makesstrange noises. This is not a fault! These noises occur at the end ofa pump sequence as a normal part of the operation. ...

An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy Liquid detergentdoes not give therequired result. Liquid detergentsusually contain nobleaching agents.They do not removefruit, coffee and teastains. – Use a general purpose detergentcontaining a bleaching agent. – Pour stain removers intoco...

The drum door cannot be opened by pressing the a button Possible cause Remedy The machine is notconnected to theelectricity supply and / oris not switched on. Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and / orswitch the machine on with the s button. The electronicprogramme lock has beenactivated. ...

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 – the Miele Service Department (see back cover for contact details). When contacting your Dealer or theService Department, please quote themodel and serial number of yourappliance, both of which are sho...

Front view a Inlet hose with "Waterproof" system b Electricity supply cable c - f Flexible drain hose (with detachable swivel elbow) g Facia panel with controls h Detergent dispenser drawer i Drum door j Access to drain filter, drain pumpand emergency release k Handle recesses for moving the...

Rear view a Protruding edge for holding whenmoving the machine b Electricity supply cable c Inlet hose with "Waterproof" system d Drainage hose e Transit bar covers f Restraining clip for: – Inlet hose – Drain hose – Electricity supply cable – Transit bars when removed Installation and conne...

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 following points: ^ The machine must be level andsecurely positioned. ^ To avoid vi...

^ Fit the covers on to the two holes.Then plug the holes as shown withthe caps. ^ Secure the transit bars to the back ofthe washing machine. Make sure thatholes b are fitted over retainers a . , The washing machine must not be moved without the transit bars inplace.Store the transit bars as shown or...

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. False values may also show in the Loadand Detergent display. Screwing out and ...

This washing machine is not suitablefor building under a worktop. Washer and Dryer stack A Miele tumble dryer can be stackedwith the washing machine. A stackingkit* is necessary and can be purchasedfrom the Miele Spare PartsDepartment. Please note: a Safety distance to wall:at least 2 cm b Height: S...

The Miele Waterproof system The Miele Waterproof system protectsthe washing machine from waterdamage. 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 fitted with an additional el...

Connection to the water supply , The plastic casing of the safety valve contains electricalcomponents. The Waterproof systemmust only be connected to its ownstopcock. It must not be connectedto mixer taps or similar and must notbe fitted in areas where there is therisk of water or other liquidsreach...

Maintenance and care If you intend to unscrew the MieleWaterproof system hose from thestopcock it is essential to disconnectthe machine from the electricity supplyfirst. Only use a Miele Waterproof system hose should you need a replacement. In order to protect the water inletvalve, the dirt filter i...

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

Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration in kWh in litres Normal Intensive Cottons Hygiene 95°C 5.0 kg 1.70 42 1 h 51 mins 2 h 06 mins Cottons Universal 60°C 1) 5.0 kg 0.85 42 – 1 h 59 mins 60°C 5.0 kg 0.85 42 1 h 30 mins 1 h 59 mins 40°C 1) 5.0 kg 0.49 42 – 1 h 59 mins 40°C 5.0 kg 0.49 42 1 h 30...

Height 85.0 cm Width 59.5 cm Depth 58.0 cm Depth with door open 97.5 cm Weight 94 kg Maximum floor load 1600 Newton (approx. 160 kg) Capacity 5 kg dry laundry Voltage see data plate Rated load see data plate Fuse rating see data plate Consumption data see "Consumption data" Water flow pressu...

To open the Settings menu 1 COTTONS UNI. 60°C PROG. SELECTION ... 2 MINIMUM IRON 40°C SETTINGS F ... 3 DELICATES 40°C 4 WOOLLENS H 40°C 15:00 ^ Select Settings J from the entry menu and confirm your selection with the multi-function selector. Select Settings SETTINGS Back A LANGUAGE F ... TIME OF DA...

Time of day First select either a 24 hour or 12 hour clock. Then set thecurrent time of day. To select a 24 hour or 12 hour clock. SETTINGS Back A TIME OF DAY 24 h clock.. 12 h clock... ^ Select the clock option you want and confirm yourselection. The display will then switch to the time of day sett...

Water plus This setting is used to select the water intake setting for the Water plus Extra option. There are three different options: Water + The water intake is increased in the wash and rinse stages ofthe programmes (the washing machine is delivered with thissetting programmed as standard). Addit...

^ The washing machine is delivered with the Gentle action setting deactivated. A tick will appear beside the option to show that it has beenset. SETTINGS Back A GENTLE ACTION Off B On ^ Select the option you want and confirm your selection. Suds cooling When this is activated, additional water flows...

Lock The system lock prevents your machine being used withoutyour knowledge. When the system lock has been activated, you have to entera code after switching the washing machine on. Otherwisethe washing machine cannot be operated. To activate the lock SETTINGS Back A LOCK Activate ... ^ Select activ...

After the last number has been entered, you must confirm thecode with OK. 1 2 5 Confirm lock code. OK H Back A H ^ Confirm lock code by pressing short cut button 1 . X Entry OK.Lock active when machine is switched off. ^ Switch the washing machine off. To unlock the washing machine When the washing ...

Temperature You can chose for the temperature to be displayed as °C/Celsius or °F/Fahrenheit . A tick will appear beside the option to show that it has beenset. SETTINGS Back A TEMPERATURE °C / Celsius B °F / Fahrenheit ^ Select the option you want and confirm your selection. Buzzer When the buzzer ...

Keypad tones An audible tone sounds when the Start button, a short cut button or the multi-function selector is pressed. The washing machine is delivered with the keypad toneswitched off. A tick will appear beside the option to show that it has beenset. SETTINGS Back A KEYPAD TONES Off B On ^ Select...

Memory If an Extra has been selected for a programme, or therecommended temperature or spin speed has beenaltered, the machine will store the changes in memory atthe start of a programme. The next time this programme is selected these settings willappear in the Programme selection menu. The memory f...