Miele HG05 - Manual

Guide to the appliance 6 Appliance overview a Upper spray arm (not visible) b Cutlery tray (depending on model) c Upper basket d Middle spray arm e Air inlet for drying (depending on model) f Lower spray arm g Filter combination h Data plate i In-operation indicator light j Rinse aid reservoir k Dua...

Guide to the appliance 7 Control panel a In-operation indicator light b Programmes c Display d Check / Refill indicators e Delay start button  with indicator light f Short button  with indicator light g Programme selector button  h On/Off button  This instruction book applies to several differen...

Warning and Safety instructions 8 This dishwasher complies with current safety requirements. Inappropriate 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...

Warning and Safety instructions 9 Correct application  This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and similar working and residential environments.  The dishwasher is not intended for outdoor use.  It must only be used as a domestic appliance as specified in these operating instru...

Warning and Safety instructions 10 Safety with children  Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised.  Children 8 years and older may only use the dishwasher unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it safely and recognise and und...

Warning and Safety instructions 11 Technical safety  Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician.  A damaged dishwasher is dangerous. Check it for any ...

Warning and Safety instructions 14 Correct installation  The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation diagram supplied.  Take care, both before and during installation of the dishwasher, not to cut yourself on the metal parts. Danger of injury. Wear protective...

Warning and Safety instructions 15 Correct use  Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion.  Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher detergents contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which can cause burning in the nose, mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit ...

Warning and Safety instructions 16  In an appliance with a cutlery basket (depending on model), cutlery is cleaned and dried more efficiently if placed in the basket with the handles downwards. However, to avoid the risk of injury, place knives and forks etc. with the handles upwards.  Plastic ite...

Caring for the environment 17 Disposal of the packing material The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during transportation. The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled.The packaging consists ...

Caring for the environment 18 Energy saving washing This dishwasher is exceptionally economical in its use of water and electricity. You can make the most of your appliance by following these tips:– For most economical dishwashing, make full use of the baskets without overloading the dishwasher. – C...

Before using for the first time 19 Opening the door  Pull the handle. If the door is opened during operation all functions are automatically interrupted.  Water in the dishwasher may be hot. Danger of scalding.Only open the door during operation if absolutely necessary and exercise extreme caution...

Before using for the first time 20 Water softener In order to achieve good cleaning results, the dishwasher needs to operate with soft water. Hard water results in a build-up of calcium deposits on crockery and in the dishwasher. Mains water with a hardness level higher than 0.7 mmol/l (4 °d - Germa...

Before using for the first time 21 Displaying and setting the water hardness  Open the door.  Switch the dishwasher off with the  button, if it is switched on.  Press the programme selector button  in, and whilst holding it in switch the dishwasher on using the  button. Keep the programme sele...

Before using for the first time 23 Before using the appliance for the first time, you require: – approx. 2 litre of water,– approx. 2 kg dishwasher salt,– domestic dishwasher detergent,– rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers. Every dishwasher is tested at the factory. There will be residual ...

Before using for the first time 24 Adding salt Before filling the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt for the first time, you must fill it with approx. 2 litre of water to enable the salt to dissolve.Once the dishwasher has been used, there is always sufficient water in the reservoir.  Remove the l...

Before using for the first time 25 Add salt reminder  Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt when the salt indicator light comes on. (If it comes on during a programme, wait until the end of the programme).  Risk of corrosion. Immediately after filling the salt reservoir, run the Quick wash ...

Before using for the first time 26 Rinse aid Rinse aid is necessary to ensure water does not cling and leave marks on crockery during the drying phase and helps crockery dry faster after it has been washed. Rinse aid is poured into the storage reservoir and the amount set is dispensed automatically....

Before using for the first time 27  Add rinse aid only until it is visible in the opening. The rinse aid reservoir holds approx. 110 ml.  Close the flap firmly so that it clicks into place. Otherwise water can enter the rinse aid reservoir during a programme.  Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This ...

Before using for the first time 28 Setting the rinse aid dosage You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for best results.The rinse aid dosage can be set from approx. 0-6 ml. It is set to a recommended setting of approx. 3 ml at the factory.If the function to adjust the Sensor wash programme has been act...

Loading the dishwasher 29 Notes Remove coarse food residues from crockery.There is no need to rinse items under running water.  Do not wash items soiled with ash, sand, wax, lubricating grease or paint in the dishwasher. Ash does not dissolve and is distributed in the wash cabinet. Wax, sand, greas...

Loading the dishwasher 30 Items not suitable for dishwashers: – Wooden cutlery and crockery or items with wooden parts: these may discolour and fade. The glue used in these items is not dishwasher-proof and wooden handles may come loose after being washed in a dishwasher. – Craft items, antiques, va...

Loading the dishwasher 31 Upper basket See "Loading the dishwasher / Loading examples" for examples of how to load crockery and cutlery.  For safety reasons, do not operate the dishwasher without the upper and lower baskets in place (except when running the Tall items programme, if availabl...

Loading the dishwasher 32 Adjusting the upper basket In order to gain more space for taller pieces of crockery in the lower or upper basket, the upper basket can be adjusted on three levels with 2 cm between each level.The upper basket can also be set at an angle with one side high and the other sid...

Loading the dishwasher 33 Lower basket See "Loading the dishwasher / Loading examples" for examples of how to load crockery and cutlery.  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...

Loading the dishwasher 34 Hinged spikes (depending on model) The spikes at the front are used for washing plates, soup bowls, platters, desert bowls, and saucers.Both rows of spikes can be lowered to make more room for large items, e.g. pots, pans and dishes.  Press the yellow lever downwards  , a...

Loading the dishwasher 35 Cutlery 3D cutlery tray (depending on model) See "Loading the dishwasher / Loading examples" for examples of how to load crockery and cutlery.  Arrange the cutlery in the tray as shown. To make unloading much easier, cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for kniv...

Loading the dishwasher 36 Cutlery basket (depending on model) The cutlery basket can be placed anywhere on the front rows of spikes in the lower basket.  To avoid the risk of injury, knives and forks should be placed with the handles upwards in the basket. However, cutlery placed handle down in the...

Loading the dishwasher 37 Loading examples Dishwashers with cutlery tray Upper basket Lower basket

Loading the dishwasher 38 Cutlery tray Heavily soiled items

Loading the dishwasher 39 Dishwashers with cutlery basket Upper basket Lower basket

Operation 41 Detergent  Only use detergents formulated for domestic dishwashers. Do not use washing-up liquid. Active ingredients Modern detergents contain various active ingredients, the most important of which are: – Complexing agents to prevent calcification. – Alkalis to aid removal of dried on...

Operation 42 Detergent dosage  Follow the dosage recommended by the manufacturer on the packaging.  Unless directed otherwise, use one detergent tab or add 20 to 30 ml detergent to compartment II, depending on the level of soiling. With very heavy soiling you can also add a small amount of deterge...

Operation 43 Adding detergent  Press the opening catch on the detergent dispenser. The flap will spring open. The flap is always open at the end of a programme.  Add the required amount of detergent and close the flap.  Make sure that the detergent packaging is properly closed after use to avoid ...

Operation 44 Switching on  Open the stopcock, if it is closed.  Open the door.  Make sure the spray arms can rotate freely.  Switch the dishwasher on with the  button. The indicator light next to the programme selected will come on. Switch the Memory function on (see "Programme options, Mem...

Operation 45 Starting the programme  Start the programme by closing the door. The programme will begin.The In-operation indicator light comes on to show that a programme has been started. A programme can only be cancelled in the first few minutes. Otherwise the programme must continue to the end so...

Operation 46 Energy management To save energy, the dishwasher will switch off automatically 10 minutes after the last time a button has been pressed or 10 minutes after the end of the programme (see "Programme options, Optimise standby").  Press the  button to switch the dishwasher back on...

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

Operation 48 Interrupting a programme A programme is interrupted as soon as the door is opened. If the door is closed again, the programme will continue from the point it was at before the door was opened.  Water in the dishwasher may be hot. Danger of scalding.Only open the door if absolutely nece...

Programme options 49 Short  The Short  option reduces the duration of programmes in which this option is available.In order to achieve optimum cleaning results consumption rates are increased with this option.  Open the door.  Switch the dishwasher on with the  button.  Select a programme.  P...

Programme options 50 Refill reminders If you only ever use multi-function combination products in your dishwasher, you can switch the refill reminders for salt and rinse aid off if you wish. Doing so will not affect the DetergentAgent function.  Open the door.  Switch the dishwasher off with the ...

Programme options 51 Delay start You can set the start time for a programme, e.g. to take advantage of night time electricity tariffs. The start time can be delayed between 30 minutes and 24 hours. The delay period is shown in 30 minutes increments for a delay period between 30 minutes and 9 hours 3...

Programme options 52  Open the door if you need to check how long the delay period has left to run. The time up until the programme starts will show counting down in the display in hours for durations above 10 hours, and in minutes for durations below this.When the set time is reached, the programm...

Programme options 53 Buzzer tones A sequence of audible tones will sound at the end of the programme or if there is a fault.The buzzer at the end of a programme and warning tones in the event of a fault sound 4 times at intervals with a short pause between each set of tones.The buzzer tones are set ...

Programme options 54 Adjust Sensor wash You can adjust the Sensor wash programme so that it will remove stubborn soiling in a lightly soiled load.  Open the door.  Switch the dishwasher off with the  button, if it is switched on.  Press the programme selector button  in, and whilst holding it i...

Programme options 55 Memory You can use the "Memory" option to save the last programme selected. Instead of the ECO programme, the last programme selected will be selected when the dishwasher is switched off and back on again or the door is opened and then closed at the end of a programme. ...

Programme options 56 Optimise standby "Optimise standby" is activated by default.To save energy the dishwasher will switch off automatically a few minutes after the last time a button has been pressed or after the end of a programme. The dishwasher will not switch off whilst a programme is r...

Programme options 57 Factory default If you have altered any settings from the factory default, you can re-set them back to the factory default settings.  Open the door.  Switch the dishwasher off with the  button, if it is switched on.  Press the programme selector button  in, and whilst holdi...

Programme overview 58 Programme Programme sequence Pre-wash Main wash Interim rinse Final rinse Drying °C °C ECO 1) 44 X 58 X Sensor wash Variable programme sequence, sensor-controlled adjustment according to the amount of crockery and level of food deposits If required 47-55 If required 65 X Normal...

Programme overview 59 Consumption 2) Duration 2) Energy Water Cold water Hot water Litres Cold water Hot water 15 °C 55 °C 15 °C 55 °C kWh kWh h:min h:min 0.94 3) / 0.93 4) 0.59 3) / 0.58 4) 9.9 3:21 3:11 0.85 5) -1.35 6) 0.65 5) -0.90 6) 6.5 5) -16.0 6) 1:30-2:50 1:25-2:40 1.25 0.85 14.0 2:03 1:51 ...

Programme overview 60 Mixed, everyday crockery Heat-sensitive glasses and plastic Mixed crockery Pots, pans, everyday porcelain and cutlery All normal food deposits Fresh, easily removed food deposits Normal food deposits which have begun to dry on Burnt-on, stubborn, dried- on food deposits contain...

Programme overview 61 - 25 ml or 1 tab Sensor wash +short - 20 ml or 1 tab 3) Quick wash 40 °C +short - 20 ml or 1 tab Sensor wash gentle  +short - 25 ml or 1 tab ECO +short - 25 ml or 1 tab Normal 55 °C +short 10 ml 25 ml or 1 tab Intensive 75 °C 2) see "Detergent" 3) In some cases, tabs m...

Cleaning and care 62 Check your dishwasher regularly (approx. every 4 - 6 months). This way faults and problems can be avoided.  The external surfaces of the dishwasher are susceptible to scratching.Contact with unsuitable cleaning agents can alter or discolour the external surfaces. Cleaning the w...

Cleaning and care 63 Cleaning the door front  Soiling that is left too long might become impossible to remove and could cause the external surfaces to alter or discolour.Remove any soiling immediately.  Clean the front with a clean sponge and a solution of hot water and washing-up liquid. After cl...

Cleaning and care 64 Checking the filters in the wash cabinet The filter combination in the base of the wash cabinet retains coarse soil from the suds solution, preventing it accessing the circulation system and re-entering the cabinet through the spray arms.  This dishwasher must not be used witho...

Cleaning and care 66 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).  Switch the dishwasher off. Remove the spray arms as follows:  Take out the cutlery tray...

Problem solving guide 67 Most minor faults in the performance of the appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department.The following guide may help you to find the reason for a fault, and to correct it. You should, however, note ...

Problem solving guide 69 Water inlet fault Problem Cause and remedy The In-operation indicator is flashing quickly. The buzzer is sounding. The Inlet/Drain indicator is flashing on and off. The stopcock is closed.  Open the stopcock fully. The In-operation indicator is flashing quickly. The buzzer ...

Problem solving guide 70 Water drainage fault Problem Cause and remedy The In-operation indicator is flashing quickly. The buzzer is sounding. The Inlet/Drain indicator is flashing and fault code  has appeared in the display. Before rectifying the problem:  Switch the dishwasher off with the  b...

Problem solving guide 71 General problems Problem Cause and remedy Detergent residue is left in the dispenser at the end of a programme. The dispenser was still damp when detergent was added.  Make sure the dispenser is dry before adding detergent. The detergent dispenser lid cannot be closed prope...

Problem solving guide 72 Noises Problem Cause and remedy Knocking noise in the wash cabinet. A spray arm is knocking against an item in a basket.  Interrupt the programme, and rearrange the items which are obstructing the spray arm. Rattling noise in the wash cabinet. Items of crockery are insecure...

Problem solving guide 73 Unsatisfactory washing result Problem Cause and remedy The dishes are not clean. The dishes were not loaded correctly.  See notes in "Loading the dishwasher". The programme was not powerful enough.  Select a more powerful programme (see "Programme chart"). ...

Problem solving guide 75 Problem Cause and remedy White residue is visible on crockery and cutlery, clouding occurs on glassware; film can be wiped off. The rinse aid dosage is set too low.  Increase the dosage. See "Before using for the first time - Rinse aid". There is no salt in the salt...

Maintenance 76 Cleaning the water inlet filter A filter is incorporated in the screw connection of the valve on the water inlet hose. The filter must be cleaned when dirty, otherwise insufficient water flows into the wash cabinet.  The plastic housing of the water connection contains an electrical ...

Maintenance 77 Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If the water has not been pumped away at the end of a programme the drain pump or the non-return valve might be blocked. They are, however, easy to clean.  Disconnect the dishwasher from the mains supply. Switch off at the mains socket and...

After sales service 78 Repairs In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact: – your Miele dealer, or– the Miele Service Department Contact details for Miele are given at the back of this manual. N.B. A call- out charge will be applied to service visits where the proble...

Optional accessories 79 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 internet at www.miele-shop.com or from Miel...

Optional accessories 80 Dishwasher care products Miele cleaning and care products provide optimum care for your dishwasher. Dishwasher cleaner – cleans the dishwasher effectively and thoroughly – removes grease, bacteria and unpleasant odours – ensures excellent dishwashing results Dishwasher descal...

Electrical connection 81 Electrical connection U.K.  All electrical work must be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person, in accordance with current local and national safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK). Ensure power is not supplied to the appliance until after installation wor...

Plumbing 82 The Miele waterproof anti-leak system As long as your dishwasher has been installed correctly, the Miele waterproof anti-leak system will protect you from water damage throughout its lifetime. Connection to the water supply  Water in the dishwasher must not be used as drinking water. – ...

Plumbing 83 Drainage – The appliance drainage system is fitted with a non-return valve, which prevents dirty water from flowing back into the dishwasher via the drain hose. – The dishwasher is supplied with approx. 1.5 m of flexible drain hose with an internal diameter of 22 mm. – The drain hose can...

Technical data 84 Dishwasher model Standard XXL Height 80.5 cm (adjustable + 6.5 cm) 84.5 cm (adjustable + 6.5 cm) Height of building-in recess Min. 80.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm) Min. 84.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm) Width 59.8 cm 59.8 cm Width of building-in recess 60 cm 60 cm Depth 57 cm 57 cm Weight max. 53 kg max. 59 kg...