Miele WTD160WCS - Manuals

Warning and Safety instructions 6  It is essential to read these instructions. This washer-dryer complies with all current local and nationalsafety requirements. However, inappropriate use can lead topersonal injury and damage to property. Read the operating instructions carefully before using the ...

Warning and Safety instructions 7 All other types of use are not permitted. Miele cannot be held liablefor damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.  The washer-dryer is not intended for outdoor use.  This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with r...

Warning and Safety instructions 10  The manufacturer’s warranty will be invalidated if the washer-dryer is not repaired by a service technician authorised by Miele.  In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the machine and its...

Warning and Safety instructions 11 Correct use Warning: Risk of fire / Flammable materials. To avoid the possibledanger of fire, please read these warnings carefully.  Do not install the washer-dryer in rooms that are subject to frost. Frozen hoses may burst or split, and the reliability of the ele...

Warning and Safety instructions 12  Risk of burning or scalding due to hot temperatures. The metal cap located on the inside of the door glass will be hot after drying.Open the door wide after drying. Do not touch the metal cap.  Fabric softener and similar products must be used according to the i...

Warning and Safety instructions 15 Accessories  Only use genuine Miele spare parts and accessories with this machine. Using spare parts or accessories from other manufacturerswill invalidate the warranty, and Miele cannot accept liability.  Miele will guarantee to supply functional spare parts for...

Operating the washer-dryer 16 Control panel 2 3 7 12 1 6 4 9 10 5 8 11 a Control panel The control panel consists of a timedisplay and various sensors. Theindividual sensors are explained inthe following. b Temperature sensors For selecting the temperature c Spin speed sensors For selecting the spin...

Operating the washer-dryer 17 i Start/Add laundry  sensor – The programme can be started as soon as the sensor is flashing onand off. Touching the Start/Add laundry sensor starts the selected programme. The sensor lights upconstantly. – Once the programme has been started, the Start/Add laundry sens...

Before the first use 18  Damage resulting from incorrect installation and connection.Installing and connecting thewasher-dryer incorrectly will causeserious property damage.Please observe the instructions in“Installation”. This washer-dryer has undergone acomplete functional test at the factoryand ...

Before the first use 19 Miele@home Your washer-dryer is equipped with anintegrated Wi-Fi module. To use this feature, you will need: - a Wi-Fi network - the Miele App - a Miele user account. The user account can be created via the MieleApp. The Miele App will guide you as youconnect your washer-drye...

Before the first use 20 Setting up Miele@home There are 2 ways of connecting: 1. Via the Miele@mobile App (default) 2. Via WPS Signing on via the Miele@mobile App  Turn the programme selector to the MobileStart    programme.  appears in the time display. The timeout time then starts to count do...

Environmentally friendly washing and drying 22 Energy and water consumption - Use the maximum load size for the current programme. The energy andwater consumption will then be thelowest in relation to the size of theload. - Programmes that are more efficient with regard to energy and waterconsumptio...

Washing 23 1. Preparing the laundry  Empty all pockets.  Damage due to foreign objects. Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins,paper clips etc.) can cause damageto garments and to components inthe machine.Check the laundry before washingand remove any foreign objects. Sorting the laundry  Sort the la...

Washing 24 2. Loading the drum Opening the door  Reach under the door grip and pullthe door open. Check the drum for pets or foreignobjects before loading it withlaundry.  Unfold the laundry and load loosely inthe drum. Mixing both large and small items givesbetter wash results and helps distribut...

Washing 25 3. Selecting a programme Switching the washer-dryer on  Turn the programme selector to aprogramme. The control panel lights up. Selecting a programme  Turn the programme selector to therequired programme. The estimated programme running timeis shown in the time display and thepreset tem...

Washing 26 Selecting the temperature and spinspeed The wash programme's presettemperature and spin speed light upbrightly. The choice of temperaturesand spin speeds selectable for thewash programme light up dimly. The temperatures reached in the washprogramme might not be the same asthe temperatures...

Washing 27 4. Adding detergent Detergent can be dispensed via thedetergent dispenser drawer   or via CapDosing   .  Detergent dispenser drawer Any detergent suitable for automaticfront loading washing machines can beused with this appliance. Pleaseobserve the instructions for use anddosage on the...

Washing 28 Tips on dosing Adjust the detergent dosage to the levelof soiling of the laundry and the size ofthe load. Reduce the amount ofdetergent with smaller load sizes (e.g.reduce the amount of detergent by ¹⁄₃ when washing a half load). Too little detergent results in: - laundry not getting prop...

Washing 29  CapDosing CapDosing can only be activated viathe Miele@mobile App. Three different types of capsules areavailable:  = Fabric care (e.g. fabric softener, proofing agent)  = Additives (e.g. detergent enhancers)  = Detergent (for the main wash only) Each capsule contains the correctamou...

Washing 30  Close the lid and press it firmly shut.  Close the detergent dispenserdrawer. The capsule is opened by the act ofinserting it in the detergent dispenserdrawer. The contents can run out ofthe capsule if you then remove itfrom the detergent drawer before it isused.In this case, dispose o...

Washing 31 5. Starting the programme  Touch the flashing Start/Add laundry sensor. The door will lock and the programmewill start. If a Delay start time has been selected,this counts down in the time display. Atthe end of the Delay start period orimmediately after the programme hasstarted, the prog...

Washing 32  Check the folds in the door seal forany small articles, e.g. buttons, whichmight be lodged there. Useful tip: For safety reasons, close the door when the machine is not in use.Otherwise there is a danger of objectsbeing placed inadvertently in the drum.If these remain unnoticed and were...

Washing 34 Programme chart ECO 40-60 Max. load 8.0 kg Items Normally soiled cotton garments. Notes - A laundry load consisting of mixed cottons that are intended for washing at 40°C or 60°C can be washed in the same wash cycle. - This programme is the most efficient in terms of energy and water cons...

Washing 35 Rinse/Spin Max. load 8.0 kg Items Rinsing and spinning hand-washed items Notes - Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed. - Spin only: select the Short Extra. - Rinse only: set spin speed to   . MobileStart  Notes The Miele App is used for selecting programmes and operating them...

Washing 36 Programme sequence Main wash Rinses Spin cycle Water level Wash rhythm Water level Rinses ECO 40-60    2–3 2  Cottons    2-4 1,2  Minimum iron    2-3 2  Delicates    2-3 2  Woollens    2  Rinse/Spin – –  1  Express    1  Dark garments    3-4 2  Shirts    3...

Washing 37  = low water level  = medium water level  = high water level  = intensive rhythm  = normal rhythm  = sensitive rhythm  = handwash rhythm  = carried out – = not carried out This washer-dryer has fully electroniccontrols with automatic loadrecognition. It takes in the right amountof...

Washing 38 Detergent Any detergent suitable for automaticfront loading washing machines can beused with this appliance. Follow themanufacturer's instructions and dosagerecommendations on the packaging. The amount to dispense will dependon: - the degree of soiling of the laundry - the amount of laund...

Washing 39 Using fabric softener, liquid starch orstarch separately Prepare the starch in accordance withthe manufacturer's instructions on thepackaging.  Add fabric softener to the   compartment.  Add liquid starch to the   compartment and powder or viscous starch to the   compartment.  Selec...

Washing 40 Miele detergents Miele detergents have been specially designed for everyday use in Miele washingmachines. See “Detergents and care products” for more information about thesedetergents. Miele detergents Miele capsules UltraWhite UltraColor    ECO 40-60   –   Cottons   –   Minimu...

Drying 42 Separate drying The separate drying programmeshould be run if the load in the washprogramme is greater than themaximum load permitted for drying, orif you only want to dry part of the loadthat was washed. 1. Preparing the laundry Sorting the laundry  Sort the laundry according to type off...

Drying 43 2. Loading the drum Opening the door  Reach under the door grip and pullthe door open. Check the drum for pets or foreignobjects before loading it withlaundry.  Load the laundry loosely in the drum. Overloading places a strain on thetextiles and affects drying results.Observe the maximum...

Drying 44 Useful tip: In order to use MobileStart , the washer-dryer must be logged on tothe Wi-Fi network and Remote controlmust be switched on.  appears in the time display. Once the programme has started, thewasher-dryer can be operated with theMiele@mobile App. Selecting drying  Touch the Wa...

Drying 46 Programme chart * Weights are based on the weight of dry laundry. ECO 40-60 Max. load 4.0 kg* Drying levels :  Cotton textiles: T-shirts, underwear, baby clothes, workwear, jackets,covers, aprons, overalls, hand towels, bath towels, bathrobes andflannelette/bed linen. Energy labelling pro...

Drying 47 Delicates Max. load 1.0 kg* Drying levels :  ,  ,  Items Delicate items with the  symbol on the care label made of synthetic fibres, easy care cotton or blended fabric, e.g. shirts,blouses, lingerie and evening wear with sequins and beading. Notes Reducing the load will reduce creasing...

Drying 48 Shirts Max. load 1.0 kg* Drying levels :  ,  ,  Items Shirts and blouses. Notes Turn shirts and blouses inside out, do up buttons and turn collarsand cuffs inwards. Warm air Max. load 4.0 kg* 20–120 minutes Items - Multi-layered items whose layers have different drying characteristics, ...

Washing and Drying 49 Washing and drying in onecontinuous sequence It is advisable to wash and dry in acontinuous sequence when theamount of laundry to be washed doesnot exceed the amount to be dried,and the amount to be dried does notexceed the permitted dry weight forthe programme. It is essential...

Washing and Drying 50 5. Adding detergent  Dispense detergent with CapDosingor via the detergent dispenser drawer. 6. Programme start/finish  Touch the flashing Start/Add laundry sensor. The door will lock. The programme will start. The Anti-crease phase will start at theend of the programme. The ...

Rinse out fluff programme 51 During drying, fluff is developed andcan collect in the drum and sudscontainer. Run the Rinse out fluffprogramme before the machine is usedagain so that fluff cannot be depositedon the next load or cause a blockage. The Rinse out fluff programme must not be used for rins...

Changing the programme sequence 52 Changing the programme(safety lock) It is not possible to change theprogramme, the temperature, the spinspeed or the selected Extras after theprogramme has started. This preventsthe appliance being operatedunintentionally, e.g. by children. If the washer-dryer is s...

Changing the programme sequence 53 Adding laundry - AddLoad You can add or remove items during thefirst few minutes after the programmehas started. Laundry cannot be added if the   symbol is illuminated in the display.  Touch the Start/Add laundry  sensor. Rotating bars   ...    ...   app...

Delay start/SmartStart 54 Delay start Delay start is active when the   SmartGrid programmable function is switched off. With Delay start you can delay the startof a programme from 30 minutes up toa maximum of 24 hours. This allowsyou to make use of night-time economyelectricity rates, for example...

Delay start/SmartStart 55 SmartStart (only functional inselected countries) The SmartStart function is active when the  SmartGrid programmable function is switched on. The SmartStart function lets you definea time period during which yourwasher-dryer will start automaticallybased on an external s...

Cleaning and care 56 Cleaning the external casingand fascia panel  Risk of electric shock. The mains voltage is applied to thewasher-dryer even if it is switchedoff.Disconnect the machine from theelectricity supply before cleaning ormaintenance.  Risk of damage due to ingress of water.The pressure...

Cleaning and care 57 Cleaning the siphon and the channel  Pull the siphon out of the   compartment and clean it under warm running water.  Clean the siphon tube in the sameway.  Refit the siphon.  Clean the fabric softener channelusing a brush and warm water. Liquid starch results in clogging. ...

Cleaning and care 58 Cleaning the porthole glass  Clean the inside of the porthole glassfrom time to time and the metal capinside the porthole glass with asuitable mild cleaning agent or withsoapy water.  Dry both with a soft cloth. Cleaning the drum Washing at low temperatures and/orusing liquid ...

Problem solving guide 59 With the help of the following guide, minor faults in the performance of theappliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be remediedwithout contacting Miele. This will save you time and money because you won'tneed a service call. Please note that a call-...

Problem solving guide 60 Programme cancellation and fault indicator light Problem Possible cause and remedy The fault indicatorlight   lights up.  and  alternate in the time display and the buzzersounds. The water inlet is blocked or restricted.  Check whether the tap is turned on properly.  C...

Problem solving guide 61 Fault indicator light lights up at the end of a programme Problem Possible cause and remedy The indicator light  lights up. Excessive foam has built up during washing.  Use less detergent next time and follow themanufacturer's instructions on dosage given onthe packaging. ...

Problem solving guide 62 During the programme, a symbol appears in the time display Message Possible cause and remedy  lights up briefly in the time display when aprogramme is selected. The washer-dryer is indicating that it is networked.  lights up in the time display when the MobileStart   ...

Problem solving guide 63 General problems with the washer-dryer Problem Possible cause and remedy The display is dark. The display has switched off automatically to saveenergy (Standby mode).  Press any button. This switches Standby off. The washer-dryer is notsteady during a spincycle. The machine...

Problem solving guide 66 An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause and remedy White residues whichlook like powderdetergent are seen ondark textiles afterwashing. The detergent contains compounds (zeolites) to aidwater softening which are not soluble in water. Thesehave ended up on the la...

Problem solving guide 67 Unsatisfactory drying result Problem Possible cause and remedy The laundry is too dampafter a drying cycle. The load is too small. The electronics could notassess the residual moisture correctly.  In the future, use the Warm air programme for small amounts of laundry. Durin...

Problem solving guide 68 The door will not open Problem Possible cause and remedy The door cannot beopened while aprogramme is running. The door is locked during a programme.  Follow the instructions in “Changing theprogramme sequence – Adding laundry”. There is still water in the drum and the wash...

Problem solving guide 69 Opening the door in the eventof a blocked drain outlet and/or power cut  Switch the washer-dryer off.  Open the drain pump access panel. Blocked drain outlet If the drain outlet is blocked, a largequantity of water can remain in thewasher-dryer.  Risk of scalding due to h...

Problem solving guide 70 Cleaning the drain filter  Clean the drain filter thoroughly.  Remove any foreign objects (e.g.buttons, coins, etc.) and clean theinterior.  Turn the impeller by hand to checkthat they rotate freely.  Put the drain filter back in place andsecure it.  Risk of damage from...

Service 71 Contact in case of fault In the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, please contactMiele. You can book a Miele customerservice call-out online atwww.miele.com.au/service orwww.miele.co.nz/service. Contact information for Miele can befound at the end of this booklet. Please...

Garment care label symbols 72 Washing The figure quoted in the bucket is themaximum temperature at which thegarment can be washed.  Normal agitation  Reduced agitation  Much reduced agitation  Hand wash  Do not wash Programme selectionexamples Programme Garment care label symbols ECO 40-60  C...

Installation *INSTALLATION* 73 Front view a Water inlet hose b Electrical connection c Flexible drain hose (with detachableswivel elbow) d Control panel e Detergent dispenser drawer f Door g Access to drain filter, drain pump andemergency release h 4 height-adjustable feet

Installation *INSTALLATION* 74 Rear view a Protruding lid for holding whenmoving the machine b Drain hose c Water inlet hose d Safety caps for transit bars e Transport clips for water inlet hosesand drain hoses f Electrical connection

Installation *INSTALLATION* 75 Installation surface A concrete floor is the most suitableinstallation surface. It is far less proneto vibration during the spin cycle thanwooden floorboards or a carpetedsurface. Please note:  The washer-dryer must be level andsecurely positioned.  To avoid vibratio...

Installation *INSTALLATION* 76  Then pull the transit bar out. Removing the right transit bar  Push the flap outwards and turn thetransit bar 90° using the enclosedspanner.  Then pull the transit bar out. Covering the holes  Risk of injury from sharp edges! There is a risk of injury from reachin...

Installation *INSTALLATION* 77 Refitting the transit bars  Risk of damage from incorrect transport.The washer-dryer may becomedamaged if moved without the transitbars in place.Keep the transit bars in a safe place.Fit them again if the washer-dryer isto be moved (e.g. when movinghouse). Opening the...

Installation *INSTALLATION* 78 Levelling the washer-dryer The washer-dryer must stand perfectlylevel on all four feet to ensure safe andproper operation. Incorrect installation may increaseelectricity and water consumption andmay cause the machine to move about.  The appliance must not be installed...

Installation *INSTALLATION* 79 The Miele water protectionsystem The water protection system protects allparts of the washer-dryer from waterdamage. The system consists of three maincomponents: - the inlet hose - the electronic unit, and the drainage and overflow protection - the drain hose Inlet hos...

Installation *INSTALLATION* 80 Water intake  Health risk and risk of damage due to contaminated incoming water.The quality of the water used mustcorrespond to the drinking waterspecification of the country in whichthe appliance is being operated.Always connect the appliance topotable water. The was...

Installation *INSTALLATION* 81 Drainage The suds are drained through a drainpump with a 1 m delivery head. For thewater to drain freely, the hose must beinstalled free of kinks. The elbow piecesupplied hooks onto the end of thehose. If required, the hose can beextended to a length of up to 5 m. Then...

Installation *INSTALLATION* 82 Electrical connection The washer-dryer is supplied with amains cable with moulded plug readyfor connection to a 230V electricitysupply. The voltage, rated load and plugrating are given on the data plate.Please ensure these match thehousehold mains supply. The socket mu...

Consumption data 84 P rogr ammes L oad Ener gy W at er Dur ation T emper atur e 1 Residual moistur e Spin speed kg  kWh Litr es h:min °C % rpm W ashing Cott ons 60 8.0 1.35 57 2:29 54 51 1500 20 8.0 0.35 72 2:39 20 51 1500 Minimum ir on 30 3.5 0.32 47 1:59 30 30 1200 Expr ess 2 40 3.5 0.33 30 0:20 2...

Programmable functions 85 The programmable functions are usedto alter the washer-dryer’s electronicsto suit changing requirements.Programmable functions can bealtered at any time. Programming is carried out in 9 steps(  ,  ,   ...   ) using the sensors. Opening the programming level Before you b...

Programmable functions 86 Editing and saving theprogrammable function You can switch a programmablefunction on/off or select differentoptions.  Touch the   or   sensor to switch a programmable function on/off or toselect an option. Programmable function Available options     4   ...

Programmable functions 87  PIN code The PIN code prevents your washer-dryer being used without yourknowledge. When the PIN code has been activated,you have to enter the code afterswitching the washer-dryer on.Otherwise the washer-dryer cannot beoperated. Options  = Off (factory default)  = ...

Programmable functions 88  Memory The washer-dryer will save the lastsettings selected for a programme(temperature, spin speed) after theprogramme has started. The next time the programme isselected these saved settings willappear in the display. Options  = Off (factory default)  = On  G...

Programmable functions 89  Maximum rinse level The water level in the rinses can bepermanently set to the highest value inthe Cottons and Minimum iron programmes. This function is important for allergysufferers as it achieves excellent rinseresults. The water consumption will beincreased. Options...

Programmable functions 90  Minimum iron drying levels You can adjust the drying levels for theMinimum iron programme if needed. Options  = damper   = drier  = (factory setting)  Extended cool down The cooling down phase which takesplace before the end of a programmecan be extended if...

Programmable functions 91   Remote control You can use the Miele@mobile App tocheck the status of your washer-dryerfrom anywhere and start it remotely.You can also control it remotely via theMobileStart programme. You can switch off the   programmable function if you do not want to operate the...

Programmable functions 92 The message  will appear in the time display if an update is available. You can install the update immediatelyor postpone this until later. When thewasher-dryer is switched on again, youwill be reminded about the update. The update may take several minutes. Please note th...

Detergents and care products 94 Detergent, fabric care, additives andmachine care products are available forthis machine. All the products havebeen designed for Miele appliances. These and many other useful productscan be ordered via the internet atshop.miele.com (depending on country)or from Miele ...

Detergents and care products 95 Specialist detergents  These specialist detergents areavailable as convenient single-usecapsules. Caps Sport - For synthetic fabrics - Neutralises odours thanks to built-in odour absorber - Prevents static charge in clothes - Retains the shape and breathability of sy...

Detergents and care products 96 Additive  The additive is available as aconvenient single-use capsule. Caps Booster - Highly effective stain remover - Enzyme technology to help remove stubborn stains - Suitable for whites and colours - For excellent wash results even at low temperatures Machine car...

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