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    							Operating instructions
    for Washing machine
    W 526
    To avoid the risk of accidents or
    damage to the machine it is
    essentialto read these instructions
    before it is installed and used for the
    first time.M.-Nr. 06 148 920en-GB
     
    						
    							Disposal of the packing
    material
    The transport and protective packing
    has been selected from materials which
    are environmentally friendly for disposal
    and can normally be recycled.
    Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
    bags etc. are disposed of safely and
    kept out of the reach of babies and
    young children. Danger of suffocation!
    Rather than just throwing these
    materials away, please ensure they are
    offered for recycling.
    Disposal of your old appliance
    or machine
    Electrical and electronic appliances /
    machines often contain materials
    which, if handled or disposed of
    incorrectly, could be potentially
    hazardous to human health and to the
    environment. They are, however,
    essential for the correct functioning of
    your appliance or machine. Please do
    not therefore dispose of your old
    machine or appliance with your
    household waste.
    Please dispose of it at your local
    community waste collection / recycling
    centre and ensure that it presents no
    danger to children while being stored
    for disposal.
    It should be unplugged or disconnected
    from the mains electricity supply by a
    competent person.
    Caring for our environment
    2
     
    						
    							Caring for our environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
    Warning and Safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
    Description of the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
    Special programmes...............................................10
    Delicates and Silks/programmes................................10
    Water plus system..............................................10
    Time left display................................................11
    Future updates (PC).............................................11
    Control panel.....................................................12
    Important control panel features......................................14
    Programme selector.............................................14
    Additional option buttons.........................................14
    Spin button with indicator lights...................................14
    Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
    Washing environmentally and economically. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
    Energy and water consumption....................................16
    Detergent.....................................................16
    Additional options (Short, Soak, Pre-wash)...........................16
    When drying with a tumble dryer...................................16
    How to wash correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
    Brief instructions..................................................17
    Programme chart...............................................18
    Garment care label symbols.......................................21
    How to wash correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
    Before washing...................................................22
    Selecting a programme.............................................23
    Additional options...............................................24
    At the end of a programme..........................................26
    Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started................27
    Contents
    3
     
    						
    							Interrupting a programme...........................................28
    Altering a programme once selected..................................28
    Skipping a programme stage........................................28
    To cancel or select a different programme..............................28
    Programme sequence..............................................29
    Detergent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
    Water softeners...................................................31
    Washing with several components....................................31
    Fabric conditioners and liquid starch..................................32
    Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry
    at the end of a programme........................................32
    Adding fabric conditioner separately................................32
    Adding starch separately.........................................32
    Colour run and dye removers/dyes....................................32
    Cleaning and care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
    External casing and fascia panel.....................................33
    E-Cloth.......................................................33
    Extra cleaning..................................................33
    Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer...............................33
    Descaling the machine.............................................34
    Cleaning the water inlet filters........................................35
    Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
    The programme does not start........................................36
    The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on............37
    A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme continues as normal. . 38
    General problems or an unsatisfactory wash result.......................39
    The drum door does not open when you press the Door button..............41
    Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or
    power failure.....................................................42
    Blocked drain outlet.............................................42
    Customer contact.................................................44
    Optional accessories............................................44
    Contents
    4
     
    						
    							Installation and connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
    Front view........................................................45
    Rear view........................................................46
    Installation surface.................................................47
    Installing the washing machine....................................47
    Removing the transit bars...........................................47
    Re-fitting the transit bars............................................49
    Levelling the machine..............................................50
    Screwing out and adjusting the feet.................................50
    Building under a continuous worktop/in a kitchen run...................51
    Washer and Dryer stack..........................................51
    The Miele water protection system....................................52
    Connection to the water supply.......................................53
    Connection to the drainage system....................................54
    Electrical connection U.K............................................55
    Consumption data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
    Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
    Programmable functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
    Water plus system.................................................59
    Gentle action.....................................................61
    Top-up rinse for Cottons............................................62
    Memory Function..................................................63
    Soak............................................................64
    Contents
    5
     
    						
    							This washing machine conforms to
    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 washing machine,
    please read these instructions
    carefully before using it for the first
    time. They contain important
    information on its installation, safety,
    use and maintenance.
    Keep these instructions in a safe
    place and ensure that new users are
    familiar with the content. Pass them
    on to any future owner.
    Correct application
    ~Only use the washing machine to
    wash items which are specified by the
    manufacturer to be machine-washable
    on the wash-care label, and textiles
    composed of hand-washable wool or
    wool blend fabrics as well as satin,
    lace, silk and other hand-washable
    garments. Any other applications may
    be dangerous. The manufacturer
    cannot be held liable for damage
    resulting from incorrect or improper use
    or operation.
    ~This washing machine is not
    intended for use by persons (including
    children) with reduced physical,
    sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
    of experience and knowledge, unless
    they have been given supervision or
    instruction concerning its use by a
    person responsible for their safety.
    Safety with children
    ~Keep children away from the
    washing machine at all times. It is not a
    toy! To avoid the risk of injury do not
    allow children to play on or near it or to
    play with its controls. Supervise
    children whilst you are using it.
    ~Older children may only use the
    washing machine if its operation has
    been clearly explained to them and
    they are able to use it safely,
    recognising the dangers of misuse.
    ~For machines with a porthole door,
    remember that the porthole glass will
    be hot when washing at very high
    temperatures.
    Do not let children touch it.
    Warning and Safety instructions
    6
     
    						
    							Technical safety
    ~Before setting up the washing
    machine, check it for any externally
    visible damage.
    Do not install or use a damaged
    washing machine.
    ~Before connecting the washing
    machine, ensure that the connection
    data on the data plate (voltage and
    connected load) match the mains
    electricity supply. If in any doubt,
    consult a qualified electrician.
    ~The electrical safety of this washing
    machine can only be guaranteed when
    continuity is complete between it and
    an effective earthing system which
    complies with current local and national
    safety regulations. It is most important
    that this basic safety requirement is
    present and regularly tested, and
    where there is any doubt the household
    wiring system should be inspected by a
    qualified electrician. The manufacturer
    cannot be held liable for the
    consequences of an inadequate
    earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
    ~Do not connect the washing
    machine to the mains electricity supply
    by an extension lead. Extension leads
    do not guarantee the required safety of
    the appliance (e.g. danger of
    overheating).
    ~Faulty components must only be
    replaced by genuine Miele original
    spare parts. Only when these parts are
    fitted can the safety standards of the
    machine be guaranteed.
    ~Unauthorised repairs could result in
    unforeseen dangers for the user, for
    which Miele cannot accept liability.
    Repairs should only be undertaken by a
    Miele approved service technician.
    Ensure current is not supplied to the
    machine until after maintenance or
    repair work has been carried out.
    ~If the connection cable is faulty it
    must only be replaced by a Miele
    approved service technician to protect
    the user from danger.
    ~In the event of a fault or for cleaning
    purposes, the washing machine is only
    completely isolated from the electricity
    supply when:
    – it is switched off at the wall socket
    and the plug is withdrawn, or
    – it is switched off at the mains, or
    – the mains fuse is withdrawn, or the
    screw-out fuse is removed (in
    countries where this is applicable).
    ~This washing machine must only be
    connected to the on-site water supply
    using a new hose kit. Old hoses must
    not be re-used.
    ~In countries where there are areas
    which may be subject to infestation by
    cockroaches or other vermin, pay
    particular attention to keeping the
    machine and its surroundings in a
    clean condition at all times. Any
    damage which may be caused by
    cockroaches or other vermin will not be
    covered by the machine guarantee.
    Warning and Safety instructions
    7
     
    						
    							~This washing machine may only be
    used in mobile installations such as
    ships if a risk assessment of the
    installation has been carried out by a
    suitably qualified engineer.
    Correct use
    ~Do not install your washing machine
    in rooms where temperatures below
    freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may
    burst or split. The reliability of the
    electronic control unit may be impaired
    at temperatures below freezing point.
    ~Before using the washing machine
    for the first time, check that the transit
    bars at the rear of the machine have
    been removed (see section on
    Installation). During spinning, a transit
    bar which is still in place may result in
    damage to both the machine and
    adjacent furniture or appliances.
    ~Turn off the stopcock if the machine
    is to be left for any length of time (e.g.
    holiday), especially if there is no floor
    drain (gully) in the immediate vicinity.
    ~Flooding danger.
    If hooking the drain hose into a wash
    basin, check that the water can drain
    off quickly enough to prevent the sink
    from overflowing. Make sure the drain
    hose is secure, so that the force of the
    water flowing out of the hose does not
    dislodge it.
    ~Take care to ensure that foreign
    objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins, paper
    clips) do not find their way into the
    machine with the laundry. These may
    damage components of the machine
    (e.g. suds container, drum), which in
    turn can result in damage to the
    laundry.
    ~If the correct amount of detergent is
    dispensed, the machine should not
    need to be descaled. If, however, you
    do wish to descale the machine only
    use proprietary non-corrosive descaling
    agents and strictly observe the
    instructions on the packaging. A
    special descaling agent is available to
    order from the Miele Spare Parts
    Department or via the internet on
    www.miele.co.uk.
    Warning and Safety instructions
    8
     
    						
    							~Textiles which have been pre-
    treated in solvent based cleaning
    agents must be thoroughly rinsed in
    clean water before being washed in the
    machine.
    ~Never use solvent based cleaning
    agents, e.g. those containing benzene,
    in this machine, as this may result in
    damage to component parts and create
    toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a
    fire and explosion hazard.
    ~Never use solvent based cleaning
    agents, e.g. those containing benzene,
    to clean the outside surfaces of this
    machine. They can cause damage to
    plastic surfaces.
    ~Only use dyes specified by the
    manufacturer as being suitable for use
    in a domestic washing machine. Always
    observe the manufacturers instructions
    carefully.
    ~Colour run and dye removers
    contain sulphur compounds which can
    cause damage such as corrosion. Do
    not use these products in this machine.
    ~If liquid detergent comes into
    contact with the eyes, rinse them
    thoroughly with lukewarm water imme-
    diately. If swallowed, seek medical
    assistance immediately and retain the
    packaging or label for reference. Those
    with skin problems or sensitive skin
    should avoid their skin coming into
    contact with liquid detergent.
    ~Only remove laundry from the
    washing machine once the drum has
    stopped turning. Reaching into a
    moving drum is extremely dangerous
    and could result in injury.
    Accessories
    ~Accessory parts may only be fitted
    when expressly approved by Miele. If
    other parts are used, guarantee,
    performance and product liability
    claims will be invalidated.
    Miele cannot be held liable for
    damage caused by non-compliance
    with these Warning and Safety
    instructions.
    Warning and Safety instructions
    9
     
    						
    							Your machine has the following special
    programmes in addition to the standard
    Cottons and Minimum iron
    programmes.
    Special programmes
    –Silks/
    Hand-washable fabrics which crease
    easily and do not contain wool can
    be washed in theSilks/
    programme (30°C temperature only).
    –Woollens
    /
    Hand-washable or machine-
    washable wool or wool blend fabrics
    can be washed in theWoollens/
    programme. If the garment care
    label does not specify a temperature,
    wash using the cold setting.
    – Quick wash
    This is a Cottons programme for
    small loads of very lightly soiled
    fabrics.
    –
    Automatic
    Suitable for small loads of garments
    made from man-made fibres and
    cotton garments which can be
    washed together. Sort according to
    colour.
    –
    Separate rinse
    Suitable for rinsing and spinning
    articles which have been hand
    washed.Delicates and Silks/programmes
    In these programmes, the laundry is
    washed and spun very gently to reduce
    creasing and the amount of ironing
    required, thus providing Easy care for
    your laundry.
    Water plus system
    The water level for washing and/or
    rinsing is increased. ForCottonsand
    Minimum ironprogrammes an
    additional rinse can also be selected.
    Description of the machine
    10
     
    						
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