Miele T 8722 - Manual

~ The tumble dryer can only be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience orknowledge, if they are are supervised whilst using it or have beenshown how to use it in a safe way and understand the hazardsinvolved. Safety with children ~ Children under 8...

Technical safety ~ Before setting up the tumble dryer, check it for any externally visible damage.Do not install or use a damaged tumble dryer. ~ Before connecting the tumble dryer, ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and frequency) match the mainselectricity supply. If in any...

Correct use ~ To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried in this appliance: – items which have not been washed. – items, such as workwear, which have not been thoroughly cleaned and which are still soiled with grease, oil or otherdeposits (such as cosmetics, lotions etc).I...

~ Adequate ventilation is essential to avoid the danger of asphyxia and toxic fumes where another appliance which also uses the room air (e.g. gas, oil or coal fired heater, continuous flowor other water heater) is installed in the same or an adjacent room.To ensure safe operation, and to prevent ga...

Control panel a Low temperature button Delicate fabrics are dried at a lowertemperature. b Drying level button with indicator lights to show thedrying level selected. c Display See next page. d Delay start button This button is used for:- Delaying the start of a programme- Selecting the duration of ...

The display shows: – Programme duration – Programme stage DryingCooling downFinish – Check and fault messages The following are also selected viathe display: – Duration of the Warm air and Cool air programmes – Delay start You can select a programme and setit to start at a later time.The programme w...

Garment care label symbols Drying q Normal/higher temperature r Reduced temperature:Select Low temperature (for delicate textiles) s Do not tumble dry Ironing I Very hot H Hot G Warm J Do not iron Tips on drying – Always observe the maximum recommended loads given in the"Programme chart". Ne...

Brief instructions The headings numbered ( A , B , C ...) show the operating sequence and canbe used as a brief guide to using yourdryer. A Sort the laundry To ensure an even drying result sortlaundry according to:. . . the drying level required. . . the type of fibre or weave. . . size. . . the moi...

D Select a programme ^ Select the programme you want. The indicator for the programmeselected will light up.A drying level or extra option indicatormay also light up and the duration mayalso be displayed. Drying level programmes – Cottons, Minimum iron, Delicates,Proofing, Express, Automatic plus,De...

Extra options Low temperature Delicate and minimum iron fabrics withthe r symbol on the care label (e.g. acrylic garments) are dried at a lowertemperature. The programme durationis longer. On some programmes Low temperature is permanently activated and so cannot be deselected. Buzzer A buzzer sounds...

Cottons Max. load 7 kg* Extra dry, Normal** Use for Single and multi-layered cotton fabrics such as towelling,T-shirts, underwear, flannelette bed linen. Notes – Select Extra dry for multi-layered and very thick fabrics. – Do not use Extra dry for loopknit fabrics (e.g. T-shirts, underwear, baby clo...

Shirts Max. load 2 kg* Normal, Hand iron Fabric type Shirts and blouses. Low temperature Select the Low temperature option for delicate fabrics withthe r symbol on the care label. Cool air Max. load 7 kg* Fabric type Any item which only needs airing. Warm air Max. load 7 kg* Fabric type – Voluminous...

Once a programme has started - changing the programme You cannot change to anotherprogramme once a programme hasstarted (this prevents unintentionalalterations). You will need to cancel the currentprogramme before you can select anew one. - cancelling the programme and thenselecting a different prog...

The system lock prevents the dryerbeing used without your knowledge. It can be activated if wished. The dryer's electronics are then locked.The dryer can still be switched on but aprogramme cannot be started. – If an attempt is made to start a programme, the indicator light for the Low temperature b...

Cleaning the fluff filter The fluff which is created by the dryingprocess is collected in the fluff filter inthe door. Clean the filter after each drying cycle*. * Always check the fluff filter if the Clean out airways indicator light comes on. Cleaning whilst dry Tip: You can also use a vacuumclean...

Cleaning the grilles in the dooropening Clean the grilles in the door openingand also the area underneath themfrom time to time. ^ Turn dial a on each grille until you hear it click. ^ Take hold of the dial, and pull thegrille out of the door opening asshown b . Do the same on the other side. ^ Clea...

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...

Problem Possible cause Remedy The Clean out airwaysindicator light comeson. The dryer is not workingefficiently oreconomically.Possible cause: the filteris clogged with fluff orwith detergent residues. – Cleaning the filter is usually all that isrequired.However, if the Clean out airways indicator l...

Problem Possible cause Remedy The Start/Stop button isflashing slowly and thedisplay is dark. The dryer is in Standbymode.This is quite normal andnot indicative of any fault. See "Programmablefunctions". Sometimes aprogramme cannot bestarted and thecorrespondingprogramme indicatorlight does ...

An unsatisfactory drying result Problem Possible cause Remedy The laundry is notsufficiently dry. The load consisted ofdifferent fabrics. – Finish drying using the Warm air programme. – Select a different programme next time *. Items made of syntheticfibres are charged withstatic electricity afterdr...

Other problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The drying processgoes on too long oreven switches off. In some circumstances,the Clean out airways indicator light still comeson, even though the filteris clean. Please check all thepossible causes andswitch the dryer off andthen back on again. Ventilati...

Problem Possible cause Remedy The tumble dryer fails tostart when switched on. No obvious cause. – Is the dryer switched on? – Is the plug correctly inserted into the socketand switched on? – Is the door closed properly? – Has the fuse or circuit breaker tripped? Power cut. A programme which was run...

Changing the lamp Disconnect the tumble dryer fromthe mains electricity supply. ^ Open the door. You will find the interior light cover atthe top of the drum aperture. ^ Insert a suitable tool, such as a widebladed screwdriver, under the sideedge of the light cover as illustrated. ^ Apply a little p...

Repairs In the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, please contact – 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...

Front view a Venting connection: rear, right or left(supplied with the rear socket open) b Mains connection cable c Control panel d Door e Four height adjustable screw feet Installation and connection 36

Rear view a Protruding lid for holding whenmoving the appliance (see arrows) b Mains connection cable c Venting connection at the rear Installation site , Make sure the dryer door can be opened without hindrance afterinstallation. Transporting the appliance to itsinstallation site When moving the ap...

Levelling the appliance The appliance must be perfectly levelto ensure safe and proper operation. ^ The screw feet can be adjusted tocompensate for any unevenness inthe floor. , Do not block the gap between the bottom of the tumble dryer andthe floor with plinth facings, deeppile carpet, etc. This w...

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. ...

General Important Before operating the tumble dryer, asuitable ducting system must beinstalled to carry the moist air fromthe dryer to the outside. This can be:. . . flexible ducting hose, or plasticpiping connected to the dryer, or. . . the dryer may be connecteddirectly to the wall vent. – Before ...

Calculation example A Wall pipe, with louvred vent = 1 x 3.8 m Additional ductlength = 3.8 m B/D 2 Elbows, 90° = 2 x 0.8 m Additional ductlength = 1.6 m C 0.5 m plastic piping = 0.5 x 1 m Additional ductlength = 0.5 m E Side connection, left = 1 m Additional duct length = 1.0 m Total duct length = 6...

Venting systems The various venting systems which arepossible are described on the followingpages. a Flexible ducting hose b Plastic piping c Connecting directly to a wall vent a Flexible ducting hose This is a simple, cost effective way ofdirecting the moist air outside. Theadapter supplied is fitt...

Installation examples Window vent 1. Window vent kit (fitted in a "plexiglass" pane)(separate fitting instructions aresupplied with the Miele window ventkit) 2. Adapter for flexible hose Connection to an exhaust flue 1. Pipe with connection piece (= supplied with the Miele wall ventkit) 2. A...

b Plastic piping Plastic piping is a good option wherethe vented air has to be ducted forsome distance. The smooth walls ofthe pipe create less friction for thevented air than the walls of a flexiblevent hose, for example. Time andenergy consumption are better withplastic piping. The following items...

c Connect directly to a wall vent The best method of venting the dryeris to connect it directly to the outsidewall of a room. Time and energyconsumption are better with plasticpiping. This involves boring throughan outside wall. A wall pipe* and a flexible foam gasket*must be used(* Miele optional a...

Washer-dryer stack Height of venting outlet forwasher/dryer stack Example: Miele washing machine withstraight or sloping fascia Stacking kit* without pull-out shelf: A = 94.2 cm B = 170.0 cm Stacking kit* with pull-out shelf: A = 92.8 cm B = 168.6 cm * Miele accessory available to order Installation...

Load 1 Final spin speed in a domestic washing machine Residual moisture Energy Duration kg rpm % kWh Minutes Cottons Normal 2 7.03.5 10001000 6060 4.012.40 9462 Cottons Normal 7.07.07.07.0 1200140016001800 53504443 3.603.403.053.00 86817372 Cottons Normal+ Low temperature 7.0 1000 60 3.70 112 Cotton...

Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 587 mm Depth with door open 1062 mm Height for building under 820 mm Width for building under 600 mm Depth for building under 600 mm Suitable for pushing under a worktop Yes Suitable for stacking Yes Weight 45 kg Drum volume 111 l Maximum capacity 7 kg dry weight Len...

Altering the residual moisturelevel in the Cottonsprogramme The tumble dryer is designed to dryeffectively using as little energy aspossible.However, if you require the laundry tobe drier or damper, you can reduceor increase the default residualmoisture in the Cottons programme. Follow the steps ( A...

Anti-crease Anti-crease helps prevent creasing, iflaundry is not normally removed im-mediately after the end of aprogramme. The anti-crease function – is activated when the tumble dryer is delivered. You can shorten theduration of the anti-crease phase ordeactivate it if wished. – is used in all pro...

Standby To save energy, the display and theprogramme sequence/check lightsgo out after 10 minutes and the Start/Stop button starts flashing slowly. To come out of standby mode ^ Turn the programme selector orpress a button. Neither will have anyeffect if a programme is running. On The standby functi...

Memory function The electronics will memorise anyextra options selected for aprogramme. The duration selectedfor the Warm air or Cool air timeddrying programmes will also bestored in memory.These settings will be selectedautomatically the next time theprogramme is chosen. You can eitheraccept these ...

Clean out airways indicator Fluff should be removed after drying.The Clean out airways indicator will remind you to clean the filters when acertain amount of fluff has collectedin the filters. You can decide at whatlevel of fluff this reminder should begiven. You will have an idea of how often thiss...

Keypad tone An audible tone sounds each time abutton is pressed. Follow the steps ( A , B , C ...) to programme and store in memory. Before you begin, ensure that: – The tumble dryer is switched off. – The door is closed. A Press the Start/Stop button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps...