Miele Premier 520 - Manual

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

This washing machine may only beused in mobile installations such as ships if a risk assessment of theinstallation has been carried out by asuitably qualified engineer. Correct use Do not install your washingmachine in rooms where temperatures below freezing mayoccur. Frozen hoses may burst or split...

Textiles which have beenpre-treated in solvent based cleaning agents must be thoroughlyrinsed in clean water before beingwashed in the machine. Never use solvent based cleaningagents, e.g. those containing benzene, in this machine, as this mayresult in damage to component partsand create toxic fumes...

Your machine has the following specialprogrammes in addition to the standardCottons and Minimum ironprogrammes. Special programmes – Silks / Hand-washable fabrics which creaseeasily and do not contain wool canbe washed in the Silks / programme (30°C temperature only). – Woollens / Hand-washable or m...

Time left display After the start of a programme, theduration of the programme selected willbe shown in the display counting downin hours and minutes and finally inminutes. At some points during thewash, the time shown can change. Thisis normal. Future updates (PC) The indicator or check light marke...

Control panel a Display See the following page for moreinformation. b Start button Starts the wash programme c Additional option buttons Additional options can be added tothe basic programme.Use the top button to select eitherthe Short , the Pre-wash or the Soak option. Use the lower button to selec...

Programme duration After a programme has started, themaximum programme duration (washtime) will appear in the display in hoursand minutes. In the Cottons , Minimum iron and Auto- matic programmes, the machine measures the amount of waterabsorbed by the laundry and uses thisto calculate the load duri...

Important control panelfeatures Programme selector The programme selector is used to setthe basic wash programme and thetemperature for that programme. Additional option buttons Additional options can be added to thebasic programme. Use the top button to select either the Short , the Pre-wash or the...

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. Otherwise there is a riskof water leakage during use. For safety reasons spinning is notpossible until the ma...

Energy and water consumption – Water consumption and energyusage 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 or the Quick wash programmes for small loads. – When smaller amounts of laundry ar...

Brief instructions Please note: To help familiarise yourself with how touse your washing machine please readthe sections "Before washing","Selecting a programme" and "At theend of a programme" in detail. A Sort the laundry into colours andfabric types Selecting a programme: B...

Programme chart Cottons 9ö876 30°C to 95°C Max. load 5.0 kg Fabric Cottons and linen fabrics, e.g. bed linen, table linen,towelling, jeans, underwear, T-shirts, nappies. Additional options Short, Pre-wash, Soak, Water plus Notes – Only use the Cottons 95°C programme for heavily soiled laundry. – For...

Quick wash 7 40°C Max. load 2.5 kg Fabric Very lightly soiled fabrics, which can be washed in theCottons programme. Notes – Use less detergent (as for a half load). – If fabrics have a high proportion of man-made fibres it isadvisable to programme the machine for "Gentle Action".See "Pro...

Before washing 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.g. collars andcuffs, and water soluble stains canbe pre-treated with bar soap, liquiddetergent or detergen...

Selecting a programme B Switch on the washing machine ^ Press in the I-On/0-Off button. C Open the drum door ^ Press the Door button and open the drum door. D Load the drum ^ Unfold the laundry and load looselyin the drum. To achieve best results itis advisable to make up mixed loadsconsisting of bo...

Additional options H Select additional option(s) ifrequired. Additional options can be selected aslong as they are compatible with thebasic programme being used. Each press of the top button selects theadditional option in the following order: Short , Pre-wash , Soak , no selection. Use the lower bu...

I Adding detergent It is important to dispense the correctamount, because. . . . . . too little detergent results in: – Laundry not getting properly cleanand with time it may become greyand hard to the touch. – Greasy particles clinging to thelaundry. – Limescale deposits on the heaterelements. . . ...

At the end of a programme When the Anti-crease/Finish indicator light comes on the laundry can beremoved from the drum. (This lightstays on at the end of the programmeand remains on until the selector isturned back to the Finish position). K Open the drum door ^ Press the Door button. L Remove the l...

Interrupting a programme ^ Switch the washing machine off withthe I-On/0-Off button. To continue with the same programme: ^ Switch the washing machine back onagain with the I-On/0-Off button. Altering a programme onceselected The machine will accept the followingchanges after a programme hasstarted:...

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

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 softto handle and help prevent static clingwhen tumble drying. Starch stiffens and gives body to itemsof laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths andbed linen. ^ Dispense according to the amountspecified on the packaging. Automatic disp...

, Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply andwithdraw the plug from the socketbefore cleaning the machine. , The washing machine must not be hosed down. External casing and fasciapanel ^ Clean the casing with a mildnon-abrasive cleaning agent or soapand water using a well wrung-outc...

^ Clean the siphon. 1 . Remove the siphon from compartment § and rinse under warm running water. Clean thesiphon tube in the same way. 2 . Replace the siphon. If starching frequently, thoroughlyclean the siphon and siphon tuberegularly. A build-up of starch willcause them to get clogged. Cleaning th...

Cleaning the water inlet filters The washing machine has two filters toprotect the inlet valves. These filters should be checked everysix months or so, or more often if thereare frequent interruptions to the watersupply. To clean the filter in the union in theopen end of the inlet hose: ^ First turn...

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 qualified person in stri...

The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comeson Problem Possible cause Remedy A The Check drain lightflashes. "– – –" appearsin the display. The water outlet isblocked. Clean the drain filter and thedrain pump as described in"Problem solving guide -Opening the drum door inth...

A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programmecontinues as normal Problem Possible cause Remedy A The Check drain lightflashes. The drain outlet isrestricted. Clean the drain filter and the drainpump as described in "Problemsolving guide - Opening the drumdoor in the event of a blockedd...

General problems or an unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine shakesduring the spin cycle. The machine feet are notlevel. Level the machine (see"Installation"). The laundry has notbeen spun properly andis still wet. The machine detected animbalance during the fi...

The drum door does not open when you press the Door button. Problem Remedy The machine is notconnected to theelectricity supply. Put the plug in the socket and switch on. The washing machine isnot switched on. Switch the machine on with the I-On/0-Off button. Power cut. Open the drum door as describ...

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. ^...

Customer contact In the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself please contact – Your Miele dealer or – Your nearest Miele ServiceDepartment (see back cover for theaddress). When contacting your Dealer or theService Department, please quote themodel and serial number of yourappliance, bo...

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

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 Transit bar covers f Restraining clip for inlet hose anddrain hose g Restraining clips for transit barswhen removed Installation an...

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...

, To avoid the risk of injury the holes for the transit bars must becovered after the transit bars havebeen removed. ^ 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 reta...

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 ...

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 can withstandpressure ...

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*. 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...

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. ...

Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration in kWh in litres Short Normal Cottons 95°C 5.0 kg 1.70 45 1 h 42 min 1 h 57 min 60°C 1) 5.0 kg 0.85 45 – 1 h 56 min 60°C 5.0 kg 0.85 45 1 h 26 min 1 h 56 min 40°C 1) 5.0 kg 0.50 45 – 1 h 56 min 40°C 5.0 kg 0.50 45 1 h 26 min 1 h 56 min Minimum iron 40°C 1)...

Height 85.0 cm Width 59.5 cm Depth 58.0 cm Depth with door open 97.5 cm Weight 93 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...

The programmable functions can beused to tailor washing programmes tosuit your individual requirements. The programmable functions areactivated with the help of the Start button and the programme selector. Water plus system Selecting the Water plus additional option increases the water intake inthe ...

Gentle action Activating gentle action reduces thedrum action and is suitable forwashing slightly soiled items moregently. It should be activated forgarments with a single bar under thecare label and for articles which feeltoo hard after they have been dried. Gentle action can be used with the Cotto...

Top-up rinse for Cottons When this is activated, additionalwater flows into the drum at the endof the main wash to cool the sudsdown. Hot suds can damage plasticdrainage pipes. Top-up rinse takes place whentemperatures of 95°C and 75°C areselected. Top-up rinse should be activated: – to prevent the ...

Memory Function If an additional option(s) is selectedfor a programme, and / or the spinspeed is altered, the machine storesthese changes in memory at the startof a programme. When that particular programme ischosen again, the display will show theadditional option(s) and / or spin speedwhich have b...