Miele W 1612 - Manual

This washer complies with allapplicable safety laws andregulations. Inappropriate use can,however, lead to personal injury andproperty damage. Please thoroughly read theseinstructions before first using theappliance. They contain importantinformation on the safe installation,operation, and care of y...

Technical safety ~ Check the washer for externally visible damage before installation.Do not install or operate a damagedwasher. ~ Before plugging in the appliance, you must make sure that the electricalrating (fuse amperage, voltage andconnected load in watts, indicated onthe data plate) matches th...

~ The appliance is not designed for use in non-stationary locations (forexample, on ships). However, this usemay be possible if a qualified specialistdetermines that the appliance can beused safely in the location in question. ~ Make no modifications to the washer that are not expressly authorized b...

~ Textiles that have been pre-treated with solvent-based cleaners must berinsed thoroughly in water before youwash them. ~ NEVER use solvent-based cleaners (e.g., benzine) in the washing machine.The use of such products can damagethe appliance and generate noxiousfumes. Fire hazard and danger ofexpl...

Control panel a Display See the following page for moreinformation. b Temperature button For selecting a temperature. c Spin speed button For selecting the final spin speed or Rinse hold or No u (de-select spin). d PC / Optical interface Used by Customer Service fordiagnostic checks and programmingu...

Before the washer is used for thefirst time, it needs to be properlyinstalled and connected. See"Installation and connection". Because the washer was put througha complete operational test in thefactory, there will be some water leftin the drum. For safety reasons, the washer will notspin un...

Energy and water consumption – To make the most out of each wash load, load the maximum dry weightfor the program you have selected. – Use the Colours and Express programs for small loads. – When smaller amounts of laundry are washed using the Normal program, the automatic load recognitionsystem wil...

Brief instructions The bold headings numbered( A , B , C , ...) show the overall sequence of steps, and may be used as short-cutinstructions. A Prepare the laundry ^ Empty all pockets. , Foreign objects (e.g., nails, coins, paper clips) can damagegarments and the washer itself. Pre-treat stains ^ Be...

B Switch the washer on C Load the washer ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Unfold the laundry and load it looselyinto the drum. Mixing both large andsmall items in a load gives betterwash results and helps distribute theload evenly during the spin cycle(s). Loading to the maximum list...

F Select extra options ^ Use the corresponding button toselect any desired extras. When anextra is selected, the matchingindicator light comes on. Not all extras can be selected in everywash program. If an extra cannot be selected, it is notcompatible with the program you wishto run. Short For light...

G Add detergent It is important to use the right amount,because . . . . . . too little detergent results in: – the laundry not getting clean, and turning grey and stiff over time – greasy deposits on the laundry – limescale deposits on the heating element . . . too much detergent results in: – exces...

H How to start a program ^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button. The estimated program duration willappear in the display as soon as theprogram has started. During the first 8minutes of the program, the washercalculates how much water is needed,based on the absorbency of thelaundry. This can result ...

Final spin cycle speed Program RPM Normal 1200 Wrinkle Free 1200 Delicates 600 Woolens 1200 Express 1200 Colours 1200 Dress Shirts 600 Denim/Jeans 900 Darks 1200 Drain/Spin 1200 You can reduce the final spin cyclespeed. Exception: In the Normal program, the final spin cycle speed canonly be reduced ...

Normal 95°C to 30°C Fabric T-shirts, underwear, table linens and other such textiles made ofcotton, linen, or mixed fibres Note for test institutes: Short program: 3.0 kg load and Short extra option Wrinkle Free 60°C to 30°C Fabric Synthetic fabrics, mixed fibres and easy-care cottons Note: For fabr...

Colours cold to 40°C Fabric Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Normal and Wrinkle Free programs. Note: The wash parameters (e.g., water level, wash rhythm and spinspeed) are automatically adjusted for each load, to offer the bestcombination of cleaning and care. Dress Shirts 60°C to cold Note:...

The following extras can be added to a program: Short Sensitive Heavy Soil Buzzer Normal X X X X Wrinkle Free X X X X Delicates X X X Woolens / X Express X X Colours X Dress Shirts X X X Denim/Jeans X X X Darks X X Extra options 22

Washing The number printed on the washtubsymbol indicates the maximum washtemperature for the garment. 9 normal agitation 4 normal agitation c reduced agitation / Hand wash h Do not wash Examples for program selection Program Care symbol Normal 9ö8E76 Wrinkle Free 54321 Delicates ac Woolens / Expres...

Main wash Rinse Spin Water level Wash rhythm Water level Rinses Interim spin Final spin Normal d a ( 2-4 1) L L Wrinkle Free ( c e 2-3 2) L L Delicates e d e 3 – L Woolens e e e 2 L L Express d b d 2-3 2) L L Colours ( abc e 2-3 2) L L Dress Shirts e c e 2 – L Denim/Jeans ( c e 3 – L Darks ( b d 3 L...

Canceling a program You can cancel a program at any timeafter it has started. ^ Press the Start/Stop button. Cancel program ^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button again. The washer will pump away all thewater in the drum. If you wish to remove the laundry: ^ Press the Door button. If you wish to sel...

Loading or removing laundry ^ Press the Door button until the front door opens. ^ Load or unload the laundry. ^ Close the door. The program automatically proceeds. Please note: Once a program has started, thewasher cannot detect changes to thesize of the load. Therefore, if laundry is added orremove...

Selecting the right detergent You can use any detergent designed for automatic washing machines. Consultthe package for dosages and instructions. Universal Colour Delicates Normal X X Wrinkle Free X X Delicates X Woolens Liquid detergent especially for woollens Express X X Colours X X Dress Shirts X...

The right amount to dispense willdepend on the following: – How soiled the laundry is lightly soiledNo visible dirt or stains. Possiblyslight body odour. moderately soiledVisibly dirty and/or just a few lightstains. heavily soiledVisibly dirty and stained, with dried-on soiling. – The size of the lo...

Fabric softener, fabric shaper,and liquid starch Starchcan be used to give body andcrispness to laundered items. Fabric shapersare synthetic starches and give an evenstiffer hold. Fabric softenersmake garments soft to handle and helpreduce static cling from the tumbledryer. Automatic dispensing of f...

Cleaning the drum Washing at low temperatures and/orwith liquid detergents can allow germsand odours to form inside theappliance. At least once a month, toclean the drum and prevent theformation of odours, run a washprogram at 60°C or above, usingpowdered detergent. Cleaning the housing andcontrol p...

Cleaning the water inlet filters The water inlet valves are protected bytwo filter screens. They need to bechecked approx. every 6 months. Ifthere are frequent interruptions to thewater network, they may need to bechecked more frequently. Cleaning the filter in union of theinlet hose ^ Close the tap...

What to do if . . . Many of the faults you may encounter during everyday use can be easily rectifiedyourself. This helps save time and money, because you won't need to callCustomer Service. The following troubleshooting guide can be used to help address minor problemswithout a service call. However,...

Fault messages in the display Problem Possible cause Remedy A The display lights up ; and Drain fault flashes. – The water outlet is restricted orblocked. – The drain hose is sitting too high. – Clean the drain filter and pump. – The max. drain pump height (delivery head) is1m. The display lights up...

General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The washer shakesduring spin cycles. The feet are notleveled. Even out the feet so thewasher is stable, andtighten the nuts. The washer didn't spinthe laundry properly, andit is still wet. There was animbalance during thefinal spin cycle andthe spin spe...

Unsatisfactory wash results Problem Possible cause Remedy You used liquiddetergent and thelaundry isn't clean. Liquid detergents usuallydo not contain bleachingagents. They may fail toremove fruit, coffee andtea stains.. – Use powdered detergent that contains bleach. – Load the detergent into the co...

The loading door cannot be opened with the Door button Possible cause Remedy The washer is notconnected and/or switchedon. Insert the three-pin plug into the socket and/orswitch the washer on using the I-On/0-Off button. The safety lock has beenactivated. Switch off the childproofing as described in...

Once the flow of water ceases: ^ Pull the drain filter entirely out. ^ Thoroughly clean the filter. ^ Turn the pump blade by hand tocheck that it moves freely, andremove any foreign objects (buttons,coins, etc.) that are causing anobstruction. ^ Put the drain filter back in place andtighten it down....

Repairs For faults you cannot remedy yourself,please contact: – your Miele dealership or – the Miele Factory Repair Service. The telephone number for theFactory Repair Service is listed atthe back of these operatinginstructions. When contacting Customer Service,you will need to quote the model andse...

Front view a Inlet hose for hot water b Inlet hose for tap water (cold) c Power cord d - g Drain hose (with detachable swivel elbow) h Detergent dispenser drawer i Control panel j Loading door k Access to drain filter, drain pump,and emergency door release n Four height-adjustable feet Installation ...

Rear view a Protruding lid to grip when movingthe washer b Power cord c Inlet hose for hot water d Inlet hose for tap water (cold) e Drain hose f Shipping rod covers g Bracket for: – inlet hose – drain hose – power cord h Brackets for: – shipping rods when removed Installation and connection 43

Installation surface The best installation surface is acement floor. In contrast to woodenfloorboards or other "soft" types offlooring, cement is less prone tovibration during the spin cycle(s). Please note: ^ Make sure the washer is standingsquare on stable footing. ^ To avoid vibration dur...

, To avoid the risk of injury, the holes for the shipping rods need tobe covered once the rods havebeen removed. ^ Fit the covers, then caps into the twoholes. ^ Secure the shipping rods to the backof the washing machine. Make surethat the holes b are fitted over the retainers a . , The washer must ...

Levelling the machine To ensure safe and proper operation,the washer must stand perfectly levelon all four feet. Improper footing may increase waterand power consumption, and maycause the washer to wander across thefloor. Screw out and adjust the feet Use the four adjustable feet to level thewasher....

Installing under a countertop , The washer lid must NOT be removed. Provided the workspace is highenough, the washer can be pushedunder a countertop with the lid in place. Washer-dryer stack The washer can be stacked with aMiele tumble dryer. A stacking kit will"WTV 412", part# 6 478 870, be...

The Miele water protectionsystem The Miele water protection systemprotects the washer from waterdamage. The system consists of three maincomponents: 1) the inlet hose 2) the washer electronics and housing 3) the drain hose 1) The inlet hose – Hose burst protection The inlet hose can withstandpressur...

This washer uses hot and coldhousehold water. The washer must always beconnected to a tap water line (coldwater, inlet hose with blue tag). Tap water line (cold water) The tap water connection is establishedusing the inlet hose with the bluemarking. If the washer is connected to this lineonly, the a...

Drainage system The appliance drains through a pumpwith a 1m delivery head. For the waterto drain freely, the hose must be free ofkinks. The swivel elbow at the end ofthe hose can be turned in eitherdirection, or removed as needed with asharp twist and pull. If required, the hose can be extendedto a...

Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 634 mm Depth with door open 1074 mm Height for building under 850 mm Width for building under 600 mm Weight 99 kg Maximum floor load 1600 Newton (approx. 160 kg) Voltage see data plate Connected load (watts) see data plate Fuse rating see data plate Consumption data ...

To access programmable functions Use the Start/Stop button and the program selector to access theprogrammable functions. Thissecond function for the button andselector is not indicated on the panel. Before you begin, check that: – The washer is switched off. – The door is properly closed. A Press an...

Water plus Use the Water plus programmablefunction to set the options for the Sensitive button. You can choose one of three options: Water + (Factory setting) The water level is increased in thewashing and rinsing segments. Extra rinse An additional rinse cycle is inserted. Water + and Extra rinse T...

Pin code You can use a pin code to lock theelectronics. This feature protects yourwasher against unauthorized use. Once the pin code is activated, you willneed to enter it whenever you wish tooperate the washer. Pin code ... ^ Press the Start/Stop button. To activate the pin code Activate ^ Press th...

Temperature unit You can choose whethertemperatures will be displayed in °C/ Celsius or in °F/Fahrenheit . The factory setting is °C/Celsius. Buzzer When the buzzer feature is activated,a signal will be heard when theprogram ends or when Rinse hold isreached. You can select one of two buzzervolumes:...

Standby display To save energy, the display goes outand the Start/Stop button will start flashing slowly. The display will always go out: – if no program is selected within 10 minutes of switching on the machine. – 10 minutes after the end of a program. Press any button to bring the displayback on. ...