Miele W 2240 - Manual

This machine must only beconnected to the on-site water supply using a new hose kit. Old hosesmust not be re-used. Check the hoseregularly for signs of wear and tear.Change in good time to avoid the risk ofleaks and subsequent damage. Faulty components must only bereplaced by genuine Miele original ...

Your machine also has the followingspecial programmes in addition to thestandard Cottons 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...

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 Intensive , Pre-wash , or Soak option or a combination of theseoptions...

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 Intensive , the Pre-wash or...

Before using the machine for the firsttime ensure that it is correctlyinstalled and connected. See therelevant section under "Installation".Also check that the fluff filter issecurely tightened. Otherwise thereis a risk of water leakage during use. For safety reasons spinning is notpossible ...

Energy and water consumption – Water consumption and energy usage are determined by the size ofthe load. – Use the Automatic or the Quick wash programme for smaller amounts oflaundry. – When smaller amounts of laundry are washed in the Cottons programmes, the automatic load recognitionsystem will re...

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...

/ Hand wash (If no temperatureis specified use the lowesttemperature or cold) h Do not wash apf Dry clean D Do not dry clean y Suitable for chlorinebleaching z Do not use chlorine bleach Tumble dry q At normal temperature r At low temperature s Do not tumble dry Ironing I Hot iron H Medium hot iron ...

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...

I Adding detergent It is important to dispense the correctamount, because. . . . . . too little detergent results in: – Laundry not getting properly clean and with time it may become greyand hard to the touch. – Greasy particles cling to the laundry. – Limescale deposits on the heater elements. . . ...

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...

, Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply andwithdraw the plug from the socketprior to cleaning the machine. ^ Clean the casing with a mild non-abrasive detergent or soap andwater. Wipe dry with a soft cloth. ^ Clean the fascia panel with a dampcloth and wipe dry with a soft cloth. ...

Cleaning the detergent dispenserdrawer Remove detergent residues regularly. ^ Pull out the detergent dispenserdrawer until a resistance is felt. Pressdown the release catch and at thesame time pull the drawer right out ofthe machine. ^ Clean the detergent drawer withwarm water. ^ Clean the siphon. 1...

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 acco...

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 int...

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 blocked...

General problems or an unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine shakesduring the spin cycle. The four feet are notresting evenly on thefloor. Level the machine. Seeinstallation. The laundry has notbeen spunsatisfactorily. The spin speed selectedwas too low. Select a highe...

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 Service Department (see back cover for theaddress). When contacting your Dealer or theService Department, please quote themodel and serial number of yourappliance, b...

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 Fascia panel with controls h Detergent dispenser drawer i Drum door j Access to fluff filter, drain pump andemergency release k Handle rece...

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 – Drain hose – Electricity supply cable – Transit bars when removed Install...

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...

^ 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 retainers a . , The washing machine must not be moved without the transit bars inplace.Store the transit bars as shown or...

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 fitting of building under kits andstacking kits must only beundertaken by qualified andcompetent persons, in accordancewith the instructions supplied withthe kit. Building under a continuousworktop/in a kitchen run – A special building under conversion kit* is required.The machine lid must be re...

Connection to the water supply 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 desig...

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...

Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration in kWh in litres Normal Intensive 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 1) 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 1) 40°C 5.0 kg 0.50 45 1 h 26 min 1 h 56 min Minimum ir...

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...