Miele G5210BKCLST - User Manual

Warning and Safety instructions 6 Correct application  This appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similar environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfastsand other typical living quarters. This does not include common/shared facilities or commercial facilities wi...

Warning and Safety instructions 7 Safety with children  Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.  Older children may only use the dishwasher if its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely.They must be able to understand and recognise the pos...

Warning and Safety instructions 8 Technical safety  Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance, andrepairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician.  Damage to the dishwasher can compromise your safety. ...

Warning and Safety instructions 11  During installation, maintenance, and repair work, the dishwasher must be disconnected from the electricity supply (switch it off andwithdraw the plug from the socket).  If the mains connection cable is damaged, it must only be replaced with a specific mains con...

Warning and Safety instructions 12  The dishwasher must only be built into a tall unit if additional safety precautions are taken. In order to safely install the appliancein a tall unit, please use the "Tall unit installation kit" and observe theinstallation plan provided. Otherwise there i...

Warning and Safety instructions 14  Please observe the information listed under Technical data regarding the capacity of the dishwasher. Accessories and spare parts  Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used, warranty, performance, and, if applicable, product liability claims wi...

Notes on the operating instructions 15 These operating instructions apply toseveral different dishwasher models ofdifferent heights. The different dishwasher models will benamed as follows: Standard = dishwasher measuring80.5 cm high (built-in appliance) or84.5 cm high (freestanding appliance) XXL =...

Items supplied 16 The following items are supplied: - Dishwasher - Operating instructions for operating the dishwasher - Installation sheet for installing the dishwasher - Other installation accessories for installing the dishwasher (seeinstallation sheet) - Funnel for filling the dishwasher salt - ...

Guide to the appliance 17 Appliance overview a Upper spray arm (not visible) b Cutlery tray (depending on model) c Upper basket d Middle spray arm e Aeration valve f Lower spray arm g Filter combination h Salt reservoir i Data plate j Rinse aid reservoir k Detergent compartment

Guide to the appliance 18 Control panel a Programme selection ECO = ECO   Auto = Auto 45–65 °C   45 °C = Gentle 45 °C   65 °C = QuickPowerWash 65 °C   75 °C = Intensive 75 °C b Time display c Check/Refill indicators   /   = Inlet / Drain  = Rinse aid  = Salt d Start button with indicator lig...

Caring for the environment 19 Disposal of the packingmaterial The transport and protective packaginghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly fordisposal, and can normally be recycled. Recycling the packaging reduces theuse of raw materials in themanufacturing process and al...

Using for the first time 20 Every dishwasher is tested at thefactory. There will be residual water inthe machine from this test. It is not anindication that the dishwasher hasbeen used previously. Opening the door  To open the door, reach under thedoor grip and pull. If the door is opened during op...

Using for the first time 21 Water softener In order to achieve good cleaningresults, the dishwasher needs tooperate with soft (low limescale) water.Hard water results in the build-up ofcalcium deposits on crockery and in theappliance. Water with a hardness level higher than0.9 mmol/l (5 °dH – German...

Using for the first time 23 Dishwasher salt In order to maintain the functioning ofthe water softener, it must bereactivated regularly. In order to be reactivated, the watersoftener requires dishwasher salt. Depending on the water hardness level(< 3.8 mmol/l, or < 21 °dH – Germanscale), dishwa...

Using for the first time 24 Filling the salt reservoir Before filling the salt reservoir for thefirst time, you must fill it with approx.2 litres of water to enable the salt todissolve. Once the dishwasher has been used,there is always sufficient water in thesalt reservoir.  Remove the lower basket...

Using for the first time 25 Replenishing salt  When the Salt    indicator lights up, wait until the end of the programmeand then refill the salt reservoir.  Risk of corrosion due to saline solution.Saline solution that runs out cancause corrosion in the wash cabinetand to the dishwasher load.Each...

Using for the first time 26 Rinse aid Rinse aid is necessary to ensure waterdoes not cling to and leave marks oncrockery during the drying phase, and ithelps crockery dry faster after it hasbeen washed. Rinse aid is poured into the storagereservoir and the amount set isdispensed automatically.  Was...

Using for the first time 27 Adding rinse aid  Lift the yellow button on the lid of therinse aid container  . The lid will open.  Only add rinse aid until the fill levelindicator (see arrow) turns dark whenthe door is open horizontally. The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.110 ml.  Close the flap...

Using for the first time 28 Setting the rinse aid dosage You can adjust the rinse aid dosage forbest results. The rinse aid dosage can be set from 0to 6 ml. 3 ml is the factory default setting. If spots appear on crockery andglassware: - Increase the rinse aid dosage. If clouding or smearing appears...

Caring for the environment 29 Economical dishwashing This dishwasher is exceptionallyeconomical in its use of water andelectricity. You can support the economicaloperation of your appliance by followingthese tips: - Washing in a dishwasher generally uses less water and energy thanwashing dishes by h...

Loading the dishwasher 30 General information Remove coarse food residues fromcrockery. There is no need to pre-rinse itemsunder running water.  Damage can be caused by ash, sand, wax, lubricating grease, orpaint.These substances will contaminatethe dishwasher and can then nolonger be removed.Do no...

Loading the dishwasher 31 Items not suitable for washing in thedishwasher: - Wooden cutlery and crockery or items with wooden parts. These maydiscolour and fade. Furthermore, theglue used in these items is notdishwasher safe. Wooden handlesmay come loose after being washedin the dishwasher. - Craft ...

Loading the dishwasher 32 Upper basket See “Loading the dishwasher -Loading examples” for examples ofhow to load crockery and cutlery. Loading the upper basket  Damage due to leaking water. If you run the dishwasher without theupper basket, water can leak out ofthe dishwasher.Only run the dishwashe...

Loading the dishwasher 33 Adjusting the FlexCare cup rack You can set the height and depth of thecup rack at 2 different levels so that itcan accommodate larger cups and sothat taller items can be placedunderneath it.  Pull the cup rack upwards and click itinto the desired position (see arrows).

Loading the dishwasher 34 Adjusting the upper basket In order to gain more space for talleritems, the upper basket can beadjusted on three levels with 2 cmbetween each level. The upper basket can also be set at anangle so that water can run off freelyfrom recesses. Make sure, however,that the basket...

Loading the dishwasher 35 Lower basket See “Loading the dishwasher -Loading examples” for examples ofhow to load crockery and cutlery. Loading the lower basket  Place larger and heavier items suchas plates, serving platters,saucepans, serving bowls etc., in thelower basket. Glasses, cups, small pla...

Loading the dishwasher 36 Cutlery tray/Cutlery basket (depending on model) See “Loading the dishwasher -Loading examples” for examples ofhow to load crockery and cutlery.  Load the utensils into the cutlery trayor into the cutlery basket (dependingon model). Loading the cutlery tray To make unloadi...

Loading the dishwasher 37 Loading the cutlery basket The cutlery basket can be placedanywhere on the front rows of spikes inthe left or right corner of the lowerbasket.  To avoid the risk of injury, knives andforks should be placed with thehandles upwards in the cutlerybasket. However, cutlery plac...

Loading the dishwasher 38 Loading examples Dishwashers with cutlery tray Upper basket Lower basket

Loading the dishwasher 39 Cutlery tray Heavily soiled items

Loading the dishwasher 40 Dishwashers with cutlery basket Upper basket Lower basket

Loading the dishwasher 41 Cutlery basket Heavily soiled items

Comparison tests 42 Test standard: AS/NZS 2007.1:2005, AS/NZS 2007.2:2005;AS/NZS 6400:2005 Standard programme (for energy label): ECO Capacity:   14 place settings Detergent amount: 32.5 g Rinse aid dosage: Setting 3 You can find information on adjusting the rinse aid dosage in the "Rinse aid&#...

Comparison tests 43 Capacity  14 Upper basket Lower basket

Detergents 48 Types of detergents  Damage due to unsuitable detergents.Detergents that are not suitable fordomestic dishwashers can causedamage to the dishwasher or to theload.Only use detergents formulated fordomestic dishwashers. Modern detergents contain variousactive ingredients, the most impor...

Detergents 49  Risk of chemical burns from detergent.Dishwasher detergents can causeburning on the skin and in the eyes,nose, mouth, and throat.Avoid contact with detergents. Do not inhale or ingest powderdetergents. Do not swallowdishwasher detergent. Seek medicalattention immediately if detergent...

Detergents 50 Adding detergent  Lift the yellow catch on the lid of thedetergent compartment  . The lid will open. The lid will also be open at the end ofthe programme.  Add the detergent to the detergentcompartment.  Slide the lid shut until you hear it clickinto place. The detergent must not c...

Operation 51 Switching on the dishwasher  Make sure the spray arms can rotatefreely.  Close the door.  Turn on the tap if it is turned off.  Press the   button. The Start indicator light flashes and the indicator light comes on next to theprogramme selected. Selecting a programme Choose your pr...

Operation 52 Display of programme duration The duration of the programme selectedappears in hours and minutes in thedisplay before the programme begins.During the programme, the time leftuntil the end of the programme isdisplayed. The displayed duration may vary for thesame programme. It is influenc...

Operation 53 At the end of the programme The programme has ended when : appears in the display (see “Programmeoptions - Signal tones”). You can now open and unload thedishwasher.  Risk of damage due to steam. Steam from the dishwasher coulddamage the edges of delicateworktops when you open the d...

Operation 54 Switching off the dishwasher  The dishwasher can be switched offat any time using the   button. Switching the dishwasher off during aprogramme cancels the programme. You can also do this to stop an ongoingtimer.  Risk of damage from leaking water.Overflowing water can causedamage.If ...

Operation 55 Interrupting a programme A programme will be interrupted assoon as the door is opened. If the door is closed again, theprogramme will continue from the pointit was at before the door was opened.  Risk of scalding due to hot water.During operation, water in thedishwasher may be very hot...

Options 56 Timer You can set the start time of aprogramme. The programme start timecan be delayed for between 30 minutesand 24 hours. With a start time delay between30 minutes and 3 hours, the delay canbe set in 30-minute increments. It is setin hours for periods longer than this. With manual deterg...

Guide for selecting a programme 58 Pots, pans, everyday porcelain and cutlery Standard dried-on normal food deposits Stubborn dried-on, burnt-on food deposits containing starch or protein 1 Water and energy saving programme Maximum cleaning performance Crockery Food deposits Programme features Tempe...

Programme chart 60 Programme Programme sequence Pre-wash Main wash Interim rinse Final rinse Drying °C °C ECO 1  44  45  Auto 45–65 °C Variable programme sequence, sensor-controlled adjustment to load size and level of soiling As required 45–65 As required 65  Gentle 45 °C  45  70  QuickPower...

Programme chart 61 Consumption 2 Electricity Water Time Cold water Hot water Litres Cold water Hot water kWh kWh h:min h:min 0.60/0.59 3 0.34/0.33 3 9.2 3:26/3:27 3 3:18/3:18 3 0.75–1.45 4,5 0.45–0.80 4,5 6.0–16.0 4,5 1:48–3:33 4,5 1:39–3:14 4,5 1.10 0.55 13.5 2:29 2:12 1.20 0.70 11.0 0:58 0:58 1.55...

Programme options 62   Express The    Express programme option reduces the programme duration. In order to achieve optimum cleaningresults, the temperature, and thereforethe energy consumption, will increasewith this option. The time by which the programmeduration is shortened varies accordingto t...

Programme options 64 Extra clean You can choose this programme optionto increase the cleaning performance ofthe programmes. If you activate this programme option,the programme running times and themain wash temperatures will increase.The water and energy consumptionmay increase.  Switch the dishwas...

Programme options 65 Extra dry You can select this programme optionin order to increase the programmedrying performance. If you activate this programme option,the programme running times and finalrinse temperatures will increase. Theenergy consumption may increase.  Switch the dishwasher off with t...

Programme options 66 Second interim rinse You can choose this programme optionto increase the cleaning performance ofthe programmes with a second interimrinse. If you activate this programme option,the programme running times and thewater consumption will increase.  Switch the dishwasher off with t...

Programme options 67 Factory default settings If you have altered any settings, youcan reset them back to the factorydefault settings.  Switch the dishwasher off with the  button, if it is switched on.  Press the Start button in and, whilst holding it in , switch the dishwasher on using the   bu...

Cleaning and care 68 Check the condition of yourdishwasher regularly (approx. every4–6 months). This way, faults andproblems can be avoided.  Damage caused by unsuitable cleaning agents.All surfaces of this appliance aresusceptible to scratching. Contactwith unsuitable cleaning agents canalter or d...

Cleaning and care 69 Cleaning the door and the doorseal The door seal and the sides of thedishwasher door are not accessed andcleaned by the spray arm jets. As aresult, mould can develop here.  Wipe the door seals regularly with adamp cloth to remove food deposits.  Wipe off any food or drink resi...

Cleaning and care 70 Cleaning the spray arms Particles of food can get stuck in thespray arm jets and bearings. The sprayarms should therefore be inspectedregularly (approx. every 2–4 months). Never run a wash programmewithout using the spray arms.  Damage due to soiling entering the circulation sy...

Cleaning and care 71 Removing the upper spray arm  Push the upper spray arm upwards   to engage the inner ratchet. Thenunscrew the spray arm by rotating thescrew thread anti-clockwise (whenviewed from below)   . Removing the middle spray arm  Rotate the screw thread of the middlespray arm clockw...

Cleaning and care 72 Refitting the upper spray arm  Reinstall the upper spray arm andtighten it by hand. Refitting the middle spray arm  Replace the middle spray arm andturn the screw thread anti-clockwise(overhead perspective) until itengages. Make sure that therecesses in the lock line up. Refit...

Cleaning and care 73 Checking the filters in thewash cabinet The filter combination in the base of thewash cabinet retains coarse soilingfrom the suds solution. This preventssoiling getting into the circulationsystem and re-entering the washcabinet through the spray arms.  Damage due to soiling ent...

Cleaning and care 75 Cleaning the water inlet filter A filter is incorporated in the screwthread to protect the water inlet valve. Ifthe filter is soiled, insufficient waterflows into the wash cabinet.  Risk of electric shock. The plastic housing of the waterconnection contains an electricalvalve.T...

Cleaning and care 76 Cleaning the drain pump If water remains in the wash cabinetafter the end of a programme, the waterhas not been pumped away. The drainpump may be blocked by foreignobjects. These foreign objects are easyto remove.  Disconnect the dishwasher from thepower supply. To do this, swi...

Cleaning and care 77 The drain pump (see arrow) isunderneath the cover.  Risk of injury from glass splinters.It is especially difficult to see glasssplinters in the drain pump.Take care when cleaning the drainpump.  Carefully remove all foreign objectsfrom the drain pump. Check the drainpump impel...

Problem solving guide 78 Many malfunctions and minor faults that can occur in daily operation can becorrected without contacting Miele. This will save you time and money becauseyou will not need a service call. You can find information on how to remedy faults yourself at www.miele.com/service. Pleas...

Problem solving guide 79 Fault messages Problem Possible cause and remedy The display shows afault number that is notlisted below. There may be a technical fault.  Switch the dishwasher off with the   button.  Switch the dishwasher back on after a fewseconds.  Restart the desired programme. If t...

Problem solving guide 80 Water intake fault Problem Possible cause and remedy The  /  indicator light flashes on and off.  and  appear alternately in the timedisplay. The tap is turned off.  Turn on the tap fully. The dishwasher stopsduring a programme. The  /  indicator light is flashing. ...

Problem solving guide 81 Water drainage fault Problem Possible cause and remedy The dishwasher stopsduring a programme. The  /  indicator light is flashing. Fault number   appears in the timedisplay. Before rectifying the problem, you must:  Switch the dishwasher off. Water drainage fault.Ther...

Problem solving guide 82 General problems with the dishwasher Problem Possible cause and remedy The indicator lights andtime display are dark. The dishwasher has switched off automatically tosave energy.  Switch the dishwasher back on with the   button. Detergent residue is leftin the detergentcom...

Problem solving guide 83 Noises Problem Possible cause and remedy Knocking noise in thewash cabinet. A spray arm is knocking against a crockery piece.  Carefully open the door and rearrange the washitems that are obstructing the spray arm. Rattling noise in thewash cabinet. Items of crockery are no...

Problem solving guide 84 Unsatisfactory cleaning result Problem Possible cause and remedy The crockery is notclean. The items were not loaded correctly.  See notes under “Loading the dishwasher”. The programme was not thorough enough.  Select a more intensive programme (see“Programme chart”).  Ac...

Service 87 You can find information on how toremedy faults yourself and aboutMiele spare parts at www.miele.com/service. 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/s...

Optional accessories 88 Dishwasher detergent, rinse aid, andcleaning and care products areavailable for this dishwasher, as areoptional accessories. All the products have been designed forMiele appliances. These and many other useful productscan be ordered from the Miele onlinestore or a Miele Exper...

Optional accessories 89 Appliance care Miele cleaning and care productsprovide optimum care for yourdishwasher. IntenseClean - for use with the Maintenance programme (depending on model)without detergent dispensing - cleans the dishwasher effectively and thoroughly - removes grease, bacteria and ass...

Installation *INSTALLATION* 90 The Miele Waterproof system Provided that your dishwasher hasbeen installed correctly, the MieleWaterproof system will protect you fromwater damage throughout its lifetime. Water inlet  Danger to health due to wash water.Water in the dishwasher must not beused as drin...

Installation *INSTALLATION* 92 Drainage The appliance drainage system is fittedwith a non-return valve, which preventsdirty water from flowing back into thedishwasher via the drain hose. The dishwasher is supplied withapprox. 1.5 m of flexible drain hose withan internal diameter of 22 mm. The hose c...

Installation *INSTALLATION* 93 Venting the water drainage If the on-site drainage connection issituated lower than the guide for therollers of the lower basket in the door,the drainage system must be vented.Otherwise, a siphoning effect during aprogramme can cause the appliance toempty itself of wat...

Installation *INSTALLATION* 94 Electrical connection The dishwasher is supplied with amains connection cable with mouldedplug ready for connection to an earthedsocket. The socket must be easily accessibleafter the dishwasher has been installed.If the switch is not accessible afterinstallation, an ad...

Technical data 95 Technical data Dishwasher model Normal XXL Height of freestandingappliance 84.5 cm(adjustable by+3.5 cm) - Height of built-in appliance 80.5 cm(adjustable by+6.5 cm) 84.5 cm(adjustable by+6.5 cm) Niche height min. 80.5 cm (+6.5 cm) min. 84.5 cm (+6.5 cm) Width 59.8 cm 59.8 cm Niche...

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