Operating instructions

for dishwashers

To avoid the risk of accidents or

damage to the appliance, it is en - AUS, NZ
essential to read these instructions
as well as the installation plan before
it is installed and used for the
first time. M.-Nr. 07 499 200
Contents

Guide to the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Appliance overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Disposal of your old appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Energy saving washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
To open the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
To close the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Water softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
To programme the water hardness level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Checking the programmed water hardness level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Before using the appliance for the first time, you require:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Filling the salt reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Insufficient salt indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Rinse aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Adding rinse aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Rinse aid indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Setting the rinse aid dosage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Loading the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Items not suitable for dishwashers: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Hinged cup rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Positioning rail (depending on model) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Universal support (depending on model). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Adjusting the upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Lower basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Hinged spikes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Removable spiked insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Bottle holder (depending on model). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Cutlery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Cutlery tray (depending on model). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Cutlery basket (depending on model) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Adding detergent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Switching on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Selecting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Starting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Programme sequence indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
At the end of a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Unloading the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Changing a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Additional functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Turbo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Factory default setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Delay start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Cleaning the wash cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Cleaning the door and the door seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Cleaning the door front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Cleaning the spray arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Technical problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
The dishwasher does not fill/drain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Unsatisfactory washing result . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Cleaning the water inlet filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Comparison tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Future updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

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Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Plumbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
The Miele waterproof anti-leak system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Connection to the water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Drainage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

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 Guide to the appliance

Appliance overview

a Upper spray arm (not visible) g Filter combination

b Cutlery tray (depending on model) h Data plate
c Upper basket i Child safety lock in door grip (not
visible)
d Middle spray arm
j Rinse aid reservoir
e Air inlet for drying
(depending on model) k Dual compartment detergent
dispenser
f Lower spray arm
l Salt reservoir

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Guide to the appliance

Control panel

a Programmes f Start/Stop button with indicator light

b Delay start display g Delay start button
cProgramme sequence indicator h Turbo button with indicator light
d On/Off button K i Programme selector button
e Check/Refill indicators

This instruction book applies to several different dishwasher models.

The specific dishwasher models below are referred to as follows:
G 1143 etc. = G 1XXX
G 2143 etc. = G 2XXX

The model numbers G 1XXX and G 2XXX used in this book refer to the model
designation specified on the data plate of the appliance (and not the
description on the control panel).
The data plate is located at the top right hand side of the door.

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 Warning and Safety instructions
Safety with children
This appliance conforms to current
safety requirements. Inappropriate ~ This appliance is not a toy! To avoid
the risk of injury, keep children well
use can, however, lead to personal
away and do not allow them to play in
injury and damage to property.
or around the dishwasher, or to use the
To avoid the risk of accidents and
controls. They will not understand the
damage to the appliance, please
potential dangers posed by it. They
read these instructions carefully
should be supervised whenever you
before using it for the first time. They
are working in the kitchen. There is a
contain important information on its
danger that children playing might shut
safety, use and maintenance.
themselves in the dishwasher.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any ~ Older children may only use the
future owner. dishwasher when its operation has
been clearly explained to them and
Correct application they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
~ This dishwasher is intended
exclusively for cleaning domestic ~ Keep children away from
crockery and cutlery in a domestic detergents. Dishwasher detergents
household. Using it for purposes other contain irritant and corrosive
than those for which it was designed, ingredients which can cause burning in
as well as any alterations or the mouth, nose and throat if
conversions to the appliance, would be swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Keep
unauthorised and could cause harm. children away from the dishwasher
The manufacturer cannot be held liable when the door is open. There could still
for damage resulting from improper or be detergent residues in the cabinet.
incorrect use of the appliance. Consult a doctor immediately if your
child has swallowed or inhaled
~ This dishwasher is not intended for detergent.
use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they
are supervised whilst using it or they
have been given instruction concerning
its use by a person responsible for their
safety.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Technical safety ~ Do not connect the dishwasher to

the mains supply until it has been fully
~ Before setting up the appliance, installed.
check it for any externally visible
damage. Under no circumstances ~ Before connecting the appliance,
should you use a damaged appliance. check that the connection data on the
A damaged appliance could be data plate (voltage and connected
dangerous. load) match the mains electricity
supply. If in any doubt, consult a
~ The dishwasher must only be qualified electrician.
plugged into the electricity supply via a
suitable switched socket. The electrical ~ The electrical safety of this
socket must be easily accessible after appliance can only be guaranteed
the dishwasher has been installed so when continuity is complete between it
that it can be disconnected from the and an effective earthing system. It is
electricity supply at any time. (See most important that this basic safety
"Electrical connection"). requirement is present and regularly
tested and where there is any doubt the
~ There must be no electrical sockets electrical system in the house should
behind the dishwasher. Danger of
be checked by a qualified electrician.
overheating and fire risk if the
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
dishwasher were to be pushed up
for the consequences of an inadequate
against a plug.
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
~ The dishwasher must not be ~ Do not connect the appliance to the
installed under a cooktop. The high
mains electricity supply by a
radiant temperatures which are
multi-socket unit or an extension lead.
sometimes generated by a cooktop
These do not guarantee the required
could damage the dishwasher. For the
safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of
same reason it should not be installed
overheating).
next to open fires or other appliances
which give off heat, such as heaters
etc.

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 Warning and Safety instructions

~ This equipment may only be ~ A damaged appliance could be

installed in mobile installations such as dangerous. If the dishwasher gets
ships if a risk assessment of the damaged, switch it off at the mains and
installation has been carried out by a call your Miele Chartered Agent or the
suitably qualified engineer. Miele Customer Contact Centre.
~ The plastic housing of the water ~ Unauthorised repairs could result in
connection contains an electrical unforeseen dangers for the user, for
component. The housing must not be which Miele cannot accept liability.
dipped in water. Repairs should only be undertaken by a
Miele approved service technician.
~ There are live wires in the water inlet
hose. Never cut the water inlet hose, ~ Faulty components must only be
even if it is too long. replaced by genuine Miele original
spare parts. The manufacturer can only
~ The integrated Waterproof System guarantee the safety of the appliance
offers protection from water damage,
when Miele replacement parts are
provided the following conditions are
used.
met:
– The dishwasher is correctly installed ~ Always disconnect the dishwasher
from the electrical supply for
and plumbed in.
maintenance work (switch off at the wall
– The dishwasher is properly socket and remove the plug).
maintained and parts are replaced
where it can be seen that this is ~ If the connection cable is damaged
it must be replaced with a Miele cable
necessary.
by a Miele approved service technician
– The tap has been turned off when only.
the appliance is not used for a longer
period of time (e.g. during holidays). ~ In areas which may be subject to
infestation by cockroaches or other
The Waterproof system will work even if vermin, pay particular attention to
the appliance is switched off. However, keeping the appliance and its
the appliance must remain connected surroundings in a clean condition at all
to the electricity supply. times. Any damage which may be
caused by cockroaches or other vermin
will not be covered by the guarantee.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Installation Correct use

~ The dishwasher must be installed ~ Do not use solvents in the
and connected in compliance with the dishwasher. Danger of explosion.
installation instructions.
~ Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher
~ The dishwasher must be correctly detergent. Dishwasher detergents
aligned to ensure problem-free contain irritant or corrosive ingredients
operation. which can cause burning in the nose,
mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit
~ In order to ensure stability, breathing. Consult a doctor immediate-
built-under and integrated dishwashers
ly if detergent has been swallowed or
must only be installed under a
inhaled.
continuous worktop which is secured to
adjacent cabinetry. ~ Avoid leaving the door open
unnecessarily, as you could trip over it.
~ If you want to convert your
freestanding dishwasher to a ~ Do not sit or lean on the opened
built-under ("U") model, you will need to door. This could cause the dishwasher
order the appropriate conversion kit. If to tip and be damaged, and you could
you remove the existing plinth, you get injured.
must replace it with a U-model plinth.
This is necessary to avoid the risk of ~ Only use detergent and rinse aid
formulated for domestic dishwashers.
injury caused by protruding metal
Do not use washing-up liquid.
parts.
~ Do not use commercial or industrial
detergents as these may cause
damage, and there is a risk of severe
chemical reaction.
~ Do not fill the rinse aid reservoir with
powder or liquid detergent. This will
cause serious damage to the reservoir.

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 Warning and Safety instructions

~ Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir Accessories

with powder or liquid dishwasher
detergent will damage the water ~ Only use genuine Miele spare parts
and accessories with this appliance. If
softener. Make sure you have bought
spare parts or accessories from other
the correct packet of dishwasher salt
manufacturers are used, this will
before filling the salt reservoir!
invalidate the guarantee, and Miele
~ Please only use special coarse cannot accept liability.
grained dishwasher salt for reactivation,
as other salts may contain insoluble Disposal of your old
additives which can impair the dishwasher
functioning of the softener (see "Filling
the salt reservoir"). ~ Make the door lock inoperative so
that children cannot accidentally shut
~ In an appliance with a cutlery basket themselves in. Make appropriate
(depending on model) cutlery is arrangements for the disposal of the
cleaned and dried more efficiently if appliance.
placed in the basket with the handles
downwards. However, to avoid the risk The manufacturer cannot be held
of injury, place knives and forks etc. liable for damage caused by
with the handles upwards. non-compliance with these Warning
~ Plastic items which cannot withstand and Safety instructions.
being washed in hot water, such as
disposable plastic containers, or plastic
cutlery and crockery should not be
cleaned in the dishwasher. The high
temperatures in the dishwasher may
cause them to melt or lose shape.
~ On models with "Delay start", make
sure that the dispenser is dry before
adding detergent. Wipe dry if
necessary. Detergent will clog if poured
into a damp dispenser and may not be
thoroughly dispersed.

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance

material Electrical and electronic machines
The packing material protects the dryer often contain materials which, if
from transport damages. The transport handled or disposed of incorrectly
and protective packing has been could be potentially hazardous to
selected from materials which are human health and to the environment.
environmentally friendly for disposal They are, however, essential for the
and can normally be recycled. correct functioning of your appliance.
Therefore, please do not dispose of it
The packaging consists of the following with your household waste.
materials:
Outer packaging:
– Corrugated cardboard made from up
to 100% recyclable material:
or: Polyethylene (PE) protective wrap
– Polyproplylene (PP) strapping
Inner packaging:
Please dispose of it at your local
– Chlorine and fluorine free expanded community waste collection/recycling
polystyrene (EPS) centre or contact you dealer for advice.
– Base, lid frame and support battens Ensure that it presents no danger to
made from untreated natural wood children while being stored for
from renewable forests disposal. You can also contact your
Chartered Agent for advice.
– Polyethylene (PE) protective wrap
It should be unplugged or
Rather than just throwing these disconnected from the mains electricity
materials away, please ensure they are supply by a competent person.
offered for recycling.
To enable sorting by type of plastic for
recycling, all plastic parts of the
appliance are labelled with international
standard symbols.

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 Caring for the environment

Energy saving washing

This dishwasher is exceptionally
economical in its use of water and
electricity.
You can make the most of your
appliance by following these tips:
^ If your household water system is
suitable, this dishwasher can be
connected to a hot water supply for
further economies. If the water is
heated by for example, solar panels,
this would be energy efficient.
However, if your water is heated by
electricity we would recommend
connection to cold water.
^ For most economical dishwashing,
make full use of the baskets without
overloading the dishwasher.
^ Choose the programme to suit the
type of crockery being washed and
the degree of soiling.
^ Select the Normal programme for
energy-saving dishwashing.
^ Follow the detergent manufacturer's
recommendations on detergent
dosage.
^ When using powder or liquid
detergent you can use 1/3 less
detergent if baskets are only half full.

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Before using for the first time

To open the door Safety lock

^ Press the release catch inside the Use the safety lock to prevent children
door grip upwards and pull the door opening the dishwasher door.
open.
^ To lock the door, push the slide
If the door is opened during operation underneath the door grip to the right.
all functions are automatically
^ To unlock the door, push the slide to
interrupted.
the left.

To close the door

^ Push the baskets right in.
^ Then lift the door upwards and push
until it clicks into position.

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 Before using for the first time

Water softener The dishwasher is set at the factory

for a hardness level of 0.2 -
In order to achieve good cleaning
0.7 mmol/l (1 - 4 °d).
results, the dishwasher needs to
operate with soft water. Hard water If this setting corresponds to the
results in the build-up of calcium hardness of your water you do not need
deposits on crockery and in the to do anything more.
dishwasher.
If your water is harder or softer, you will
Mains water with a hardness level
need to programme the water hardness
higher than 0.7 mmol/l (4 °d –
level. See following section.
German scale) needs to be softened.
This takes place automatically in the
integrated water softener.
– The water softener requires
dishwasher salt.
If you use combination products
which have salt in them, such as
"3 in 1" or "4 in 1" products in your
dishwasher, you should still add salt
in order to achieve optimum results.
– The dishwasher must be
programmed for the water hardness
in your area.
– Your local water authority will be able
to advise you of the water hardness
level in your area.
Where the water hardness fluctuates
e.g. between 1.4 - 3.1 mmol/l (8 - 17 °d
German scale) always programme the
dishwasher to the higher value
(3.1 mmol/l in this example).
In the event of a fault, it will help the
service technician if you know the
hardness of your local water supply.
^ Enter the water hardness below:

mmol/l or °d

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Before using for the first time
To programme the water hardness The number of times the Wash/Rinse
level programme sequence indicator flashes
tells you the value which has been set
Each time a button is pressed, one of
(see chart).
the indicator lights will flash and light
up in the control panel. However, only °d mmol/l °f Wash/Rinse
the indicator lights mentioned in the indicator
flash
following programming process stages frequency
are significant.
1- 4 0.2 - 0.7 2- 7 Once briefly
The programming procedure can be 5- 7 0,.9 - 1.3 9- 13 Twice briefly
cancelled at any time by pressing the 8 - 11 1.4 - 2.0 14- 20 3 times briefly
K button. The procedure can then be
12 - 15 2.2 - 2.7 22- 27 4 times briefly
re-started from the beginning again.
16 - 20 2.9 - 3.6 29- 36 5 times briefly
^ Switch the dishwasher off using the 21 - 25 3.8 - 4.5 38- 45 6 times briefly
K button.
26 - 30 4.7 - 5.4 47- 54 7 times briefly
^ Press the Start/Stop button in and 31 - 36 5.6 - 6,.5 56- 65 8 times briefly
whilst holding it in switch the
37 - 45 6.7 - 8.1 67- 81 9 times briefly
dishwasher on using the K button.
Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in 46 - 70 8.3 - 12.6 83-126 Once for
longer
until the Start/Stop indicator comes
on. ^ Use the Start/Stop button to select
If this does not happen, start the the number of flashes which equates
procedure from the beginning again. to your water hardness level.
Each press of the button moves you
^ Press the Delay start button twice. up a level. When the highest water
The lowest programme indicator hardness level is reached, the setting
flashes twice briefly at intervals, and the starts from the beginning again.
Wash/Rinse programme sequence
indicator flashes once briefly at Example:
intervals (factory default setting). If your water hardness level is
4.0 mmol/l (22 °d), the Wash/Rinse
indicator should flash briefly six times
at intervals.

^ Switch the dishwasher off using the

K button.

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 Before using for the first time
Checking the programmed water
hardness level
^ Switch the dishwasher off using the
K button.
^ Press the Start/Stop button in and
whilst holding it in switch the
dishwasher on using the K button.
Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in
until the Start/Stop indicator comes
on.
^ Press the Delay start button twice.
The Wash/Rinse indicator will flash for
the number of times which corresponds
to the water hardness level which has
been set (see chart).
^ Switch the dishwasher off using the
K button.

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Before using for the first time

Before using the appliance for

the first time, you require: Important: Before filling the salt
reservoir with dishwasher salt for the
– Approx. 2 litres of water, first time, you must fill it with
– Approx. 2 kg dishwasher salt, approx. 2 litre of water to enable the
salt to dissolve. Once the
– Domestic dishwasher detergent, dishwasher has been used, there is
– Rinse aid formulated for domestic always sufficient water in the
dishwashers. reservoir.

Every dishwasher is tested at the

factory. ,Inadvertently filling the salt
There will be residual water in the reservoir with powder or liquid
appliance from this test. It is not an dishwasher detergent will damage
indication that it has been used the water softener.
previously.

,Miele recommends using

specially designed dishwasher salt
Filling the salt reservoir to maximize the performance of your
dishwasher and to prevent build-up
If you use combination products of calcium and limescale in the
which have salt in them, such as "3 dishwasher cabinet, especially if you
in 1" or "4 in 1" products in your live in hard water area.
dishwasher, you should still add salt Dishwasher salt can be purchased
in order to achieve optimum results online at www.miele.com.au
and to ensure that the water softener (depending on country) or via the
continues to function correctly. Miele Spare Parts Department.

If the water in your area is very soft

and constantly lower than
0.7 mmol/l (4 °d) you do not need
to add salt.
The water softener must, however,
still be programmed to correspond
to the water hardness level in your
area.

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 Before using for the first time
^ Remove the lower basket and Insufficient salt indication
unscrew the salt reservoir cap.
^ Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher
salt when the salt indicator light
Water or saline solution will run out
comes on. (If it comes on during a
of the reservoir when the cap is
programme, wait until the end of the
removed. It should therefore only be
programme).
removed in order to refill the salt
reservoir. After the reservoir has been filled, the
water softener is automatically
^ Fill the reservoir with approx. 2 litres reactivated the next time the
of water (first use only). dishwasher is run. The salt indicator
light may still be illuminated during this
process. It will go out once the salt
concentration has reached the correct
level.
The salt indicator is deactivated when
the dishwasher has been programmed
to a water hardness level below
0.7 mmol/l (4 °d).

,After refilling the salt reservoir,

run the Quick wash programme im-
mediately without any crockery in
the dishwasher to remove any traces
of salt from the cabinet.
^ Place the funnel provided over the
salt reservoir and carefully fill with
salt until the reservoir is full. The salt
reservoir holds approx. 2 kg of salt.
^ Clean any excess salt from around
the reservoir opening and then screw
the cap on again firmly.
^ Run the Quick wash programme im-
mediately without any crockery in the
dishwasher, (and without selecting
the "Turbo" extra option, depending
on model) to remove any traces of
salt from the cabinet.

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Before using for the first time

Rinse aid
If you only ever use combination
Rinse aid is necessary to ensure water
products containing rinse aid in your
does not cling and leave marks on
dishwasher, you do not need to add
crockery during the drying phase and
rinse aid.
helps crockery dry faster after it has
been washed.
Rinse aid is poured into the storage Adding rinse aid
reservoir and the amount set is
dispensed automatically.

,Inadvertently filling the rinse aid

reservoir with powder or liquid
detergent will damage the reservoir.
Only pour rinse aid formulated for
domestic dishwashers into the
reservoir.

Alternatively, it is possible to use

– Household vinegar with a max. 5%
acid content
or ^ Press the button on the lid of the
– Liquid citric acid up to 10% acid rinse aid reservoir in the direction of
content. the arrow until the flap springs open.

The resulting rinsing and drying quality

will not, however, be as good as when
rinse aid is used.

,Do not use vinegar with a higher

acid content (e.g. vinegar essence
25% acid). This would damage the
dishwasher.

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 Before using for the first time
Rinse aid indicator
When the light comes on the reservoir
contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3
programmes only.
^ Add rinse aid in plenty of time.

^ Add rinse aid only until it is visible in

the opening.

The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.

110 ml.

^ Close the flap firmly so that it clicks

into place. Otherwise water can enter
the rinse aid reservoir during a
programme.
^ Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This
prevents over-foaming occurring
during the next programme.

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Before using for the first time

Setting the rinse aid dosage ^ Press the Delay start button three
times.
You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for
best results. The lowest programme indicator will
flash briefly three times at intervals.
The rinse aid dosage can be set from
approx. 0-6 ml. It is set to a The Wash/Rinse indicator will flash
recommended setting of approx. 3 ml briefly three times at intervals.
at the factory. This means that approx. 3 ml of rinse
aid will be used per programme
If spots appear on crockery and
(factory default setting).
glassware:
The number of times the Wash/Rinse
^ Increase the rinse aid dosage.
programme sequence indicator flashes
If clouding or smearing appears on tells you the rinse aid dosage which
crockery and glassware: has been set (see chart).
^ Decrease the rinse aid dosage.
Rinse aid "Wash/Rinse"
in ml flash frequency
0 -
^ Switch the dishwasher off using the
K button. 1 Once
2 Twice
^ Press the Start/Stop button in and
whilst holding it in switch the 3 Three times
dishwasher on using the K button. 4 Four times
Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in 5 Five times
until the Start/Stop indicator comes
6 Six times
on.
If this does not happen, start the
^ Use the Start/Stop button to select
procedure from the beginning again.
the number of flashes which equates
to the rinse aid dosage you want.
Each press of the button moves you
up a level.
The programmed rinse aid dosage is
now stored in memory.
^ Switch the dishwasher off using the
K button.

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 Loading the dishwasher

Note – Wide based items should be placed

at an angle so that water can run off
Remove coarse food residues from
them freely.
crockery.
– The spray arms must not be blocked
There is no need to rinse items under
by items which are too tall or hang
running water.
through the baskets.
,Do not wash items soiled with If in doubt, test for free movement by
manually rotating the spray arms.
ash, sand, wax, lubricating grease
or paint in the dishwasher. – Make sure that small items cannot
These materials will cause damage fall through the holders in the
to the dishwasher. baskets.
Small items, e.g. lids, should
Crockery can be loaded anywhere in therefore be placed in the cutlery
the baskets, but the following notes tray or cutlery basket (depending on
should be observed: model).
– Do not place crockery and cutlery
Some foodstuffs may contain natural
inside other pieces where they may
dyes, e.g. carrots, tomatoes or
be concealed.
tomato sauce. Plastic items in the
– Load the crockery so that water can dishwasher may discolour if large
access all surfaces. This ensures quantities of these foodstuffs find
that they get properly cleaned. their way into the appliance on the
crockery. The stability of plastic
– Make sure that all items are securely
positioned. items is not affected by this
discolouration.
– Hollow items such as cups, glasses,
pans, etc. must be inverted in the
basket.
– Tall, narrow, hollow items, e.g.
champagne glasses, should be
placed in the centre of the basket to
ensure better water coverage.

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Loading the dishwasher

Items not suitable for We recommend:

dishwashers: – When purchasing new crockery and
– Wooden cutlery and crockery or cutlery, make sure they are
items with wooden parts: these may dishwasher-proof.
discolour and fade. The glue used in – If delicate glassware is washed in the
these items is not dishwasher-proof dishwasher ensure that only very low
and wooden handles may come temperatures are used (see
loose after being washed in a programme chart), or a special
dishwasher. glass-care programme is used
– Craft items, antiques, valuable vases (depending on model). This will
and decorative glassware are also reduce the risk of clouding.
not suitable for dishwashers. – Wash particularly delicate glassware
– Plastic items which are not heat by hand
resistant can melt or lose shape.
Please note
– Copper, brass, tin and aluminium
items may discolour or become matt. Silverware previously cleaned with a
silver polish may still be damp or
– Colours painted over a glaze spotted at the end of a programme,
may fade after a number of washes. where water has not run off smoothly. It
– Clouding may occur on glasses after may need to be rubbed dry with a soft
frequent washing. Do not wash cloth. It may need to be rubbed dry
delicate glassware, or glassware with a soft cloth.
containing lead crystal in a Silver which has been in contact with
dishwasher. foods containing sulphur can discolour.
These include egg yolk, onions,
mayonnaise, mustard, pulses, fish, fish
brine and marinades.

,Aluminium components (e.g.

grease filters) must not be cleaned
with caustic alkaline commercial or
industrial cleaning agents. These
may damage the material, or in
extreme cases, cause a severe
chemical reaction. See section
"Adding detergent" for information
on suitable detergents.

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 Loading the dishwasher

Upper basket Hinged cup rack

^ To make room for tall items, raise the
,For safety reasons, do not rack upwards.
operate the dishwasher without the
upper and lower baskets in place.
Positioning rail (depending on model)
Glasses can be arranged along the
positioning rail to give them some
support during the programme.

^ Use the upper basket for small,

lightweight and delicate items such
as cups, saucers, glasses, dessert
bowls, etc. Shallow pans or casserole
^ Raise the rail, and lean the glasses
dishes can also be placed in the
against it.
upper basket.
The positioning rail can be flipped over
^ Long items such as soup ladles,
to the middle of the basket for easy
mixing spoons and long knives
sorting and removing of crockery.
should be placed lying down across
the front of the upper basket.

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Loading the dishwasher
Universal support (depending on
model)
This support is designed to hold tall
glasses and glasses with stems
securely.

^ Lower the support and lean tall

glasses against it.

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 Loading the dishwasher
Adjusting the upper basket Depending on the setting of the upper
basket, the following plate dimensions
In order to gain more space for taller
can be accommodated.
pieces of crockery in the bottom or
upper basket, the upper basket can be
Dishwasher with cutlery tray
adjusted on three levels with 2 cm
(see data plate for model number)
between each level.
The upper basket can also be set at an Upper Plate C in cm
angle with one side high and the other basket
Upper basket Lower
side low. This can be useful to help level
basket
prevent water collecting in deep dishes G1XXX G2XXX
etc. Ensure, however, that the basket
Top 15 19 31
can be inserted smoothly into the
cabinet. It is better to adjust the basket Middle 17 21 29
before loading it.
Bottom 19 23 27
^ Pull out the upper basket.
Dishwasher with cutlery basket
(see data plate for model number)

Upper Plate C in cm
basket
Upper basket Lower
level
basket
G1XXX G2XXX
Top 20 24 31
Middle 22 26 29
Bottom 24 28 27

To raise the upper basket:

^ Pull the basket up until it clicks into
place.
To lower the upper basket:
^ Pull upwards on the levers at either
side of the upper basket.
^ Adjust the basket to the desired
height and then push the levers
securely back down into position.

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Loading the dishwasher

Lower basket Hinged spikes

^ For larger and heavier items such as The spikes are used for washing plates
plates, serving platters, saucepans, and saucers.
bowls, etc.
Small items such as saucers can also
be placed in the lower basket.
Do not place thin, delicate glassware
in the lower basket.

Both rows of spikes at the back can be

lowered to make more room for large
items, e.g. pots, pans and dishes.

Dishwashers with cutlery tray

^ Press the yellow lever downwards a,

and then lower the spikes b.

Dishwashers with cutlery basket

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 Loading the dishwasher
Removable spiked insert Bottle holder (depending on model)
You can remove the spiked insert to The bottle holder can be used to wash
make more room for larger items of narrow items, e.g. milk and baby
crockery, e.g. a large, flat pot, or bottles.
another type of insert.

^ Place the bottle holder in the position

To remove the insert a shown in the bottom basket. If
placed anywhere else, water will not
^ Pull it upwards by the handle as be able to access the bottle properly,
shown. and cleaning results will be impaired.
To replace the insert b
^ Fit the insert into the lower basket
with the hooks going under the long
cross-piece as illustrated.
^ Press down on the handle until the
insert is held securely in position.

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Loading the dishwasher

Cutlery
Cutlery tray (depending on model)

If spoon handles do not fit between the

holders, then lay them the other way
round.
^ Arrange the cutlery in the tray as
shown.
To make unloading much easier,
cutlery should be grouped in zones,
one for knives, one for forks, one for
spoons, etc.
Spoon heads should be placed in
contact with at least one of the serrated
retainers on the base of the cutlery tray
to ensure that water runs off them
freely.

The upper spray arm must not be

blocked by items which are too big
(e.g. cake slices).

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 Loading the dishwasher
Cutlery basket (depending on model)

^ Fit it into the cutlery basket if

^ To avoid the risk of injury, knives and required.
forks should be placed with the
handles upwards in the basket.
However, cutlery placed handle
down in the basket will come out
cleaner and drier.
^ Place small spoons in the individual
slots to either side of the cutlery
basket.

Cutlery insert for the cutlery basket

Use the insert supplied for heavily
soiled spoons.
The insert separates the items so that
they can be more easily accessed by ^ Insert cutlery with the handles facing
water. downwards, and distribute them
evenly along the insert.

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Operation

Detergent A variety of combination products is also

available (see section "Additional
,Only use detergents formulated functions, Combi-tab", depending on
for domestic dishwashers. Do not model).
use washing-up liquid. In addition to detergent, combi tabs
contain rinse aid and salt substitutes.
Active ingredients Combi tabs are available as "3 in 1" or,
when they also contain other components
Modern detergents contain various
such as glass and stainless steel
active ingredients, the most important
protective additives and enhanced
of which are:
cleaning power, as "4 in 1", "5 in 1" etc.
– Phosphates to prevent calcification. Refer to the manufacturer's packaging as
to whether the combi tabs are suitable for
– Alkalis to aid removal of dried on
the water hardness level in your area.
soiling.
Please note that the cleaning and drying
– Enzymes to break down starch and results of tab detergents can vary greatly.
loosen protein.
For optimum cleaning and drying
– Oxygen based bleaching agents to results use Miele dishwasher
remove coloured stains (e.g. tea, detergent and add Miele salt and
coffee, tomato sauce).
Miele rinse aid separately.
Most dishwasher detergents contain
phosphates and are mildly alkaline with Under certain circumstances
enzymes and oxygen based bleaching unsatisfactory washing and drying
agents. Phosphate free products are results might be noticed when using
rare. combination dishwasher detergents.
These products contain a combination
Types of detergent: of detergent and rinse aid or detergent
– Powder and liquid gel detergents. and salt (2 in 1) or detergent, rinse aid
These detergents allow you to adjust and salt (3 in 1). Drying results might
the amount dispensed according to not be as good as expected or
the size of load and level of soiling. residues or flecks might be left on
crockery. If results are still
– Tab detergents. These are suitable unsatisfactory, even after seeking
for most levels of soiling. advice from the detergent
manufacturer, we suggest that you
Miele branded dishwasher powder
change to a different product or use a
and tabs are available from the Miele
traditional dishwasher detergent.
Spare Parts Department or via the
Internet, depending on country.

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 Operation
Dispensing
^ Follow the dosage recommended by
,Avoid inhalation of powder
detergents and do not ingest
the manufacturer on the packaging.
dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher
^ Unless directed otherwise, use one detergents contain irritant or corrosive
detergent tab or add 20 to 30 ml ingredients which can cause burning
detergent in compartment II, in the nose, mouth and throat if
depending on the level of soiling. swallowed, or inhibit breathing.
With very heavy soiling you can also Consult a doctor immediately if
add a small amount of detergent to detergent has been swallowed or
compartment l (see "Programme inhaled.
chart"). Keep detergent and other household
agents out of the reach of children at
^ Do not use tabs with the "Quick"
all times. Keep children away from the
programme, as they will not dissolve
dishwasher when the door is open.
properly.
There could still be detergent residues
Failure to dispense the in the cabinet. To avoid the danger of
recommended amount of detergent children coming into contact with the
may impair cleaning results. dishwasher detergent, only add
detergent just before starting the
programme and close the door,
activating the child safety lock (if your
dishwasher is fitted with one).

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Operation

Adding detergent ^ Make sure that the detergent

packaging is properly closed after
use to avoid it getting damp and
becoming lumpy.

For information
Compartment I holds max. 10 ml,
Compartment II holds max. 50 ml.
There are markings in compartment II
to assist with dispensing: 20, 30. The
marks indicate a level of approx. 20 or
30 ml when the door is open in a
horizontal position.

^ Press the opening catch on the

detergent dispenser. The flap will
spring open.
The flap is always open at the end of a
programme.

^ Add the required amount of

detergent and close the flap.

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 Operation

Switching on Starting a programme

^ Make sure the spray arms are not ^ Select the programme required with
obstructed. the programme selector button.
^ Close the door. The indicator light next to the selected
programme will come on.
^ Open the tap, if it is closed.
^ Press the Start/Stop button.
^ Switch the dishwasher on using the
K button. The programme will begin. The
Start/Stop and the Wash/Rinse indicator
The Start/Stop indicator light flashes
lights and the indicator light next to the
and the indicator light comes on next to
programme selected all light up.
the last programme selected.
If you have selected the Turbo function,
Selecting a programme the Turbo function indicator light will
also light up.
Choose your programme according to
the type of load and how dirty it is. A programme can only be cancelled
The different programmes and their in the first few minutes. Otherwise
uses are described in the Programme the programme must continue to the
chart later on in this booklet. end so that important programme
stages (e.g. reactivating the water
softener) are not omitted.

Programme sequence
indicators
After a programme has been started
the current stage of the programme is
indicated by the programme sequence
indicator lights.

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Operation

At the end of a programme Unloading the dishwasher

The End indicator light will come on at Dishes tend to break and chip more
the end of the programme. easily when they are hot.
Allow the dishes to cool until they are
The dishwasher can now be opened
comfortable enough to handle before
and unloaded (see "Unloading the
unloading them.
dishwasher").
If you open the door fully after switching
,To prevent the risk of steam off, the dishes will cool much faster.
damage to the worktop edging
^ First unload the lower basket, then
above the dishwasher, it is
the upper basket and finally the
advisable to leave the door closed
cutlery tray (depending on model).
until you are ready to unload the
This will prevent water drops from the
crockery. Alternatively you can open
upper basket and cutlery tray from
the door fully until the crockery is
falling onto the dishes in the lower
cool enough to unload. Do not leave
basket.
the door only partially open.

Switching off
At the end of a programme:
^ Switch the dishwasher off using the
K button.

The dishwasher will continue to use

electricity until it is switched off with
the K button.

If the dishwasher is not going to be

used for a longer period of time, e. g.
whilst on holiday, the tap should be
turned off.

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 Operation

Interrupting a programme Changing a programme

A programme is interrupted as soon as
Important:
the door is opened.
If the detergent dispenser flap has
If the door is closed again, the
already opened, do not change the
programme will continue from the point
programme.
it was at before the door was opened.
If a programme has already started and
,Water in the dishwasher may be you wish to change it, proceed as
hot. Danger of scalding.
follows:
Only open the door if absolutely
necessary and exercise extreme ^ Press the Start/Stop button for at
caution when doing so. Before least one second.
closing the door again, leave it ajar
The programme will be cancelled. The
for approx. 20 seconds. This will
Start/Stop indicator light will flash.
enable the temperature in the wash
cabinet to settle. Then close the ^ Select the programme you want, and
door firmly making sure that it clicks then start it.
into place.

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Additional functions

Turbo Factory default setting

The "Turbo" function is used to reduce If you have altered any settings from
the duration of programmes in which the factory default, you can re-set them
this function is available. back to the factory default settings as
follows:
In order to achieve optimum cleaning
results consumption rates are ^ Switch the dishwasher off with the
increased with this option. On/Off button K.
^ Switch the dishwasher on using the ^ Press the Start/Stop button in and
On/Off button K. whilst holding it in switch the
dishwasher on using the On/Off
The Start/Stop indicator light will flash.
button K.
^ Press the Turbo button. Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in
for at least four seconds until the
The Turbo indicator light will come on.
"Start/Stop" indicator light comes on.
You can now start a programme or
If this does not happen, start the
switch the dishwasher off using the
procedure from the beginning again.
On/Off button K.
^ Press the Delay start button twelve
The option selected is active on all
times.
programmes until the setting is
changed. The lowest programme indicator will
give one long flash and two brief
flashes at intervals.
The Wash/Rinse indicator light shows
whether a setting other than the factory
default setting has been set.
– If the Wash/Rinse indicator light is
flashing:
All settings are factory default
settings.
– If the Wash/Rinse indicator light is
not lit up:
At least one setting has been altered
from the factory default setting.
^ To reset the dishwasher to the factory
default settings, press the Start/Stop
button.
Switch the dishwasher off with the
On/Off button K.

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 Additional functions

Delay start ^ Switch the dishwasher on using the

On/Off button K.
The start time of a programme can be
delayed, e.g. to benefit from economy The Start/Stop indicator light will flash.
rates of electricity. A delay start time of
^ Select the programme required with
between half an hour and 24 hours can
the programme selector button.
be selected.
^ Press the Delay start button.
With a delay start time of between 30
minutes and 9 hours 30 minutes, the The last Delay start time used will
delay is set in 30 minute stages. For 10 appear in the Delay start display.
hours or more, it is set in one hour
^ Set the time required using the Delay
stages.
start button.
When using the Delay start function, If the button is kept pressed in, the time
make sure that the detergent will increase automatically up to 24^. To
compartment is dry before adding start again with 0.5 minutes, press the
detergent. Wipe dry with a cloth if Delay start button twice.
necessary. If the compartment is
^ Press the Start/Stop button.
wet, powder detergent can become
lumpy and stick to the dispenser, The Start/Stop indicator light will light
with the result that it is not fully up constantly.
dispensed. Do not use liquid
detergent when selecting Delay
start, as it can run into the
dishwasher before it is required.

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Additional functions
The time starts counting down until the Starting a programme before the
programme start time: in 1 hour steps Delay start period has elapsed:
for delay start periods of over 10 hours,
Proceed as follows:
and in 30 minutes steps for delay start
periods of under 10 hours. ^ Press the Start/Stop button for at
least one second.
When the set time is reached, the
programme selected will begin The Delay start display will go out and
automatically. The Delay start display the Start/Stop indicator light will flash.
will go out and the Start/Stop indicator
^ Press the Start/Stop button again.
light will flash.
The programme will begin. The
How the Delay start time is shown in Start/Stop indicator light will light up
the display: constantly.
1 hour to 9.5 hours:
e.g. 5 hours = 5.00
more than 10 hours:
e.g. 15 hours = 15

,To prevent children coming into

contact with dishwasher detergent
do not fill the detergent dispenser
until just before starting the
programme, i.e. before pressing the
Start/Stop button, and activate the
safety lock.

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 Cleaning and care
^ When the dishwasher is being loaded,
Check your dishwasher regularly food and drink residues may drip onto
(approx. every 4 - 6 months). This the sides of the dishwasher door.
way faults and problems can be These surfaces are outside the wash
avoided. cabinet and are not accessed by
water from the spray arms. Any
soiling should be wiped off these
,The outer surfaces of the surfaces before the door is closed.
dishwasher are susceptible to
scratching. Cleaning the door front
Contact with unsuitable cleaning
agents can alter or discolour the ,Remove any soiling immediately.
outer surfaces. If not, it might become impossible to
remove and could cause the outer
Cleaning the wash cabinet surface to alter or discolour.
The wash cabinet is largely
^ Clean the front using a damp cloth or
self-cleaning, provided that the correct
a sponge and a solution of hot water
amount of detergent is always used.
and washing-up liquid. Then dry with
If, however, there are limescale or a soft cloth.
grease deposits in the cabinet, these
^ To avoid damaging the outer
can be removed with a proprietary
surface, do not use:
dishwasher cleaner or conditioner.
– cleaning agents containing soda,
Cleaning the door and the door ammonia, acids or chlorides,
seal – cleaning agents containing
descaling agents,
^ Wipe the door seals regularly with a
damp cloth to remove food deposits. – abrasive cleaning agents, e.g.
powder cleaners and cream cleaners,
– solvent-based cleaning agents,
– stainless steel cleaning agents,
– dishwasher cleaner,
– oven sprays,
– glass cleaning agents,
– hard, abrasive sponges and
brushes, e.g. pot scourers,
– sharp metal scrapers.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the filters in the wash

cabinet
The filter combination in the base of the
wash cabinet retains coarse soil from
the suds solution, preventing it
accessing the circulation system and
re-entering the cabinet through the
spray arms.

,This dishwasher must not be

used without all the filters in place.

Collection of coarse soil may cause the

filters to clog. The level of soiling and ^ Turn the handle anti-clockwise to
time it takes before the filters need release the filter combination a.
cleaning will vary depending on use.
^ Take the filter combination out b,
Check the condition of the filters remove any coarse particles and
regularly and clean them if necessary. rinse the filter well under running
^ Switch the dishwasher off. water. Use a nylon brush if
necessary.

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 Cleaning and care

To clean the inside of the filter, the flap ^ Replace the filter combination so that
must be opened: it lies flat in the base of the wash
cabinet.
^ Press catches a together in the
direction of the arrows as shown, and ^ Then turn the handle clockwise until
open the filter b. both arrows point towards each
other. This will lock the filter
^ Rinse all the filters under running
combination in place.
water.
^ Then close the flap so that the catch ,Take care when you are fitting
engages. the filter combination that it is
secured in position correctly.
Otherwise coarse soil could get into
the circulation system and cause a
blockage.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning the spray arms ^ Remove the lower basket.

Particles of food can get stuck in the
spray arm jets and bearings. The spray
arms should therefore be inspected
and cleaned regularly (approx. every
4 - 6 months).
^ Switch the dishwasher off.
Remove the spray arms as follows:
^ Take out the cutlery tray (if your
dishwasher is fitted with one).
^ Push the top spray arm upwards to
engage the inner ratchet. Then
unscrew the spray arm.
^ Pull the lower spray arm firmly
upwards to remove it.

^ Push the middle spray arms upwards

a to engage the ratchet. Then
unscrew the spray arm b. ^ Use a pointed object to push food
particles into the spray arm jets.
^ Rinse thoroughly under running
water.
^ Replace the spray arms and check
that they rotate freely.

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 Problem solving guide
With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be easily corrected
without calling in a Miele service technician, saving you both time and money.

,Repairs should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and trained

person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations.
Unauthorised or incorrect repairs could cause personal injury or damage to the
appliance.

Technical problems
Problem Possible cause Remedy
The Start/Stop indicator The appliance is not Insert the plug and switch
does not flash after the plugged in. on at the socket.
dishwasher has been The fuse is defective or Reset or replace the fuse.
switched on using the has tripped. (Minimum fuse rating -
On/Off button K. see data plate).
The dishwasher stops The fuse is defective or Reset or replace the fuse.
during a programme. has tripped. (Minimum fuse rating -
see data plate).

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

The Wash/Rinse, There may be a technical – Clean the water inlet filter
Drying and End fault. and clean the drain pump
indicator lights flash and non-return valve as
simultaneously. described in
"Maintenance". If this does
not resolve the problem,
– switch the dishwasher off
with the On/Off button K.
After a few seconds:
– Switch the dishwasher
back on.
– Select the programme
required with the
programme selector
button.
– Press the Start/Stop
button.
If the programme sequence
indicator lights flash again,
there is a technical fault.
– Call the Miele Customer
Contact Centre.
The drain pump works The Waterproof system – Close the tap.
even when the door is has reacted. – Call the Miele Customer
open. Contact Centre.

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 Problem solving guide

The dishwasher does not fill/drain.

Problem Possible cause Remedy
The Inlet/Drain check The tap is closed. Open the tap fully.
indicator flashes.
The dishwasher stops Before rectifying the problem
during a programme. you must:
The Inlet/Drain – Switch the dishwasher off
indicator flashes. with the On/Off button K.
Water intake is – Open the tap fully.
restricted. – Clean the water inlet filter
(see "Maintenance").
– The water pressure at the
intake is lower than 30 kPa
(0.3 bar).
Seek professional advice.
Water outlet is – Clean the filter combination.
restricted, water See "Cleaning and care".
remains in the wash – Clean the drain pump. See
cabinet at the end of a "Maintenance".
programme. – Clean the non-return valve.
See "Maintenance".
– Remove any kink in the drain
hose.
– Remove drain hose and
check for any blockages in
the drain pipe.

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Problem solving guide

General problems
Problem Possible cause Remedy
The display is dark. The display has switched Press any button.
off automatically to save Standby comes to an end.
energy (Stand-by mode).
Detergent residue is left The dispenser was still Make sure the dispenser is
in the dispenser at the damp when detergent dry before adding
end of a programme. was added. detergent.
The detergent Clogged detergent Clean the detergent from
dispenser lid cannot be residue is blocking the the catch.
closed properly. catch.
At the end of a This is caused by the The moisture will dissipate
programme there is a drying system and does after a short while.
film of moisture on the not indicate a fault.
inside of the door and
the interior walls.
Water remains in the Before rectifying the
wash cabinet at the end problem you must:
of a programme. – Switch the dishwasher off
with the On/Off button K.
The filter combination in Clean the filter combination.
the wash cabinet is See "Cleaning and care".
clogged.
The drain pump or Clean the drain pump or
non-return valve may be the non-return valve. See
blocked. "Maintenance".
The drain hose is kinked. Remove any kink from the
drain hose.

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 Problem solving guide

Noises
Problem Possible cause Remedy
Knocking noise in the A spray arm is knocking Interrupt the programme,
wash cabinet. against an item in a and rearrange the items
basket. which are obstructing the
spray arm.
Rattling noise in the Items of crockery are Interrupt the programme,
wash cabinet. insecure in the wash and rearrange the items of
cabinet. crockery.
Knocking noise in the This may be caused by This has no influence on
water pipes. the on-site installation or dishwasher function. If in
the cross-section of the doubt, contact a suitably
piping. qualified plumber.

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Problem solving guide

Unsatisfactory washing result

Problem Possible cause Remedy
The dishes are not The dishes were not loaded See notes in "Loading the
clean. correctly. dishwasher"
The programme was not Select a more intensive
powerful enough. programme. See Programme
chart.
Not enough detergent was Use more detergent, or
dispensed. change your detergent.
Items are blocking the path Rearrange the items so that
of the spray arms. the spray arms can rotate
freely.
The filter combination in the Clean and/or fit the filter
base of the wash cabinet is combination correctly. Clean
not clean or is not correctly the spray arm jets. See
fitted. This may cause the "Cleaning and care".
spray arm jets to get
blocked.
The non-return valve is open Clean the drain pump and
and blocked. Dirty water has the non-return valve. See
flowed back into the wash "Maintenance - Cleaning the
cabinet. drain pump and non-return
valve".
Smearing appears The rinsing agent dosage is Reduce the dosage. See
on glassware and set too high. "Before using for the first
cutlery, there is a time - Rinse aid".
bluish sheen on
the surface of
glassware; film can
be wiped off.

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 Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

Dishes, cutlery The amount of rinse aid Replenish the reservoir,
and glasses are may be insufficient, or the increase the dosage or
not dry or are rinse aid reservoir empty. change the brand of rinse aid.
flecked. See "Before using for the first
time".
Crockery was taken out of Leave it in for longer. See
the cabinet too soon. "Operation".
White residue is Not enough rinse aid was Increase the dosage. See
visible on cutlery used. "Before using for the first time
and crockery, - Rinse aid".
clouding occurs There is no salt in the salt Fill the salt reservoir. See
on glassware; film reservoir. "Before using for the first time
can be wiped off. - Filling the salt reservoir".
The salt reservoir cap has Replace it, making sure that it
not been screwed on screws back on correctly.
correctly.
An unsuitable combination Change your detergent. Use a
detergent has been used. standard liquid, tablet or
powder detergent.
The water softener is Select a higher water softener
programmed to a setting setting. See "Before using for
which is too low. the first time".

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Problem solving guide

Problem Possible cause Remedy

Glassware has a This may be caused by the Change your detergent.
brown or blue tinge, detergent.
and film cannot be
wiped off.
Glassware is dull and The glasses are not There is no remedy.
discoloured; film dishwasher-proof. The Purchase glassware which
cannot be wiped off. surfaces are affected. is dishwasher-proof.
Tea or lipstick stains The wash temperature of Select a programme with a
have not been the selected programme higher wash temperature.
completely removed. was too low.
The bleaching effect of the Change your detergent.
detergent used is too low.
Plastic items are Natural dyes e.g. from Use more detergent. See
discoloured. carrots, tomatoes or "Operation".
ketchup may be the cause. Discolouration is irreversi-
The amount of detergent ble.
used or its bleaching effect
was not sufficient to deal
with natural dyes.
There are rust stains The affected items are not There is no remedy.
on cutlery. corrosion resistant. Purchase cutlery which is
dishwasher-proof.
A programme was not run Always run the Quick wash
after dishwasher salt was programme, without any
added. Traces of salt have crockery in the dishwasher
got into the wash cycle. and without selecting the
Turbo function (if present),
after adding dishwasher
salt.
The salt reservoir cap has Replace it, making sure
not been screwed on that it screws back on
correctly. correctly.

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 Maintenance

Cleaning the water inlet filter

A filter is incorporated in the screw
connection of the valve on the water
inlet hose. The filter must be cleaned
when dirty, otherwise insufficient water
flows into the wash cabinet.

,The plastic housing of the water

connection contains an electrical
component. It must not be dipped in
water.

Recommendation
If the mains water contains a large ^ Carefully remove the seal.
amount of insoluble substances, we
^ Withdraw the filter using pointed
recommend fitting a large-area filter in
pliers and rinse clean under running
the connection between the tap and the
water.
water inlet hose threaded union. This
filter is available from the Miele Spares ^ Replace the filter and seal, making
Parts Department. sure they are sitting correctly.
^ Reconnect the inlet hose to the tap,
Cleaning the filter:
making sure it goes on correctly and
^ Disconnect the dishwasher from the is not cross-threaded.
mains supply. Switch off at the mains
^ Turn on the tap gradually to test for
socket and withdraw the plug.
leaks. If there is a leak, the inlet hose
^ Close the tap. might not be on securely, or it may
have been screwed on at an angle.
^ Unscrew the inlet hose.
Unscrew and reconnect the water
inlet valve correctly.

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Maintenance

Cleaning the drain pump and

non-return valve
If the water has not been pumped away
at the end of a programme the drain
pump or the non-return valve might be
blocked. They are, however, easy to
clean.
^ Disconnect the dishwasher from the
mains supply. Switch off at the mains
socket and withdraw the plug.
^ Take the filter combination out of the
wash cabinet (see "Cleaning and
care - Cleaning the filters in the wash The drain pump is situated under the
cabinet"). non-return valve (see arrow).
^ Scoop the water out of the cabinet ^ Remove all foreign objects from the
using a suitable container or utensil. drain pump (watch out for glass or
bone splinters which are particularly
difficult to detect and could cause
injury). Turn the drain pump impeller
by hand to check that there are no
more obstructions. You will feel a little
resistance when you turn the
impeller.
^ Carefully replace the non-return valve
and secure it with the catch.

,Ensure that the catch engages

correctly.

^ Press the catch for the non-return

valve inwards a.
^ Lift out the non-return valve b, and
rinse well under running water.
^ Remove all foreign objects from the
non-return valve.

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 Comparison tests
Test standard: AS/NZS 2007.1:2005, AS/NZS 2007.2:2005;
AS/NZS 6400:2005
Standard programme for
energy label comparison tests: Normal
Capacity: 12/14 place settings
(depending on model)
Amount of detergent: 12 place settings: 5g in compartment I,
25 g in compartment II
14 place settings: 5 g in compartment I,
27,5 g in compartment II
Rinse aid dispensing: Setting 3 (approx. 3 ml)
Drying measurements: Door ajar using a block of approximately
50 mm upon completion of dry test.

Loading examples
Pictures illustrating how to load the dishwasher are shown on the following pages.

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Comparison tests
Model types G 1xxx with a cutlery tray (12 place settings):

Upper basket Lower basket

Cutlery tray
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 Comparison tests
Model types G 2xxx with a cutlery tray (14 place settings):

Upper basket Lower basket

Cutlery tray
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Programme chart

Crockery type Soiling Programme

mixed, variable,
normal soiling
non-sensitive crockery sensor controlled wash

glasses and plastic

containers, sensitive to
high temperatures
light soiling short cycle

mixed crockery average programme values

normal,
lightly dried soiling
water- and
energy-saving cycle

heavyly soiled,
pots, pans,
dried on soiling,
non-sensitive crockery maximum wash power
starchy or albuminous 1)
and cutlery
food residues

crockery
all types of crockery which give off a strong cold rinse
smell
1)
potatoes, rice, noodles or stews can leave starchy soiling on crockery. Meat, fish, eggs or
casseroles can leave albuminous soiling on crockery.

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 Programme chart

Programme Detergent
Compartment I 2) Compartment II 2)
25 ml
Sensor wash – or
1 Tab

25 ml
Quick wash – or
1 Tab 3)

25 ml
Light wash – or
1 Tab

25 ml
Normal – or
1 Tab

25 ml
Pots & Pans 10 ml or
1 Tab

Pre-wash – –

2)
see "Detergent"
3)
Sometimes tabs don't fully dissolve.

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Programme chart

Programme Programme sequence

Pre-wash Main wash Interim rinse Final rinse Drying
°C °C
1 2

Sensor wash Variable programme sequence,

sensor controlled adjustment to amount of crockery and soiling
if required 55-65 if required 65 X
Quick wash 40 X 45 X
Light wash 50 X 65 X
1)
Normal X 45 50 X
Pots & Pans X 75 X 65 X
Pre-wash X

1) Standard programme for energy labelling

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 Programme chart

Consumption Duration
Energy Water
Cold water Hot water Litres Cold water Hot water
20 °C 60 °C 20 °C 60 °C
kWh kWh h:min h:min

1,25-1,55 0,70-0,95 13-22 1:45-2:30 1:35-2:16

0,65 0,20 13 0:38 0:30

1,20 0,85 13 1:32 1:20
0,74 0,31 14,1 2:06 1:55
1,65 1,15 17 2:39 2:29
0,02 0,02 5 0:12 0:12

The durations given can vary depending on individual circumstances.

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After sales service
Repairs Future updates
In the event of any faults that you The programme update function is
cannot remedy yourself, please designed to enable a service
contact: technician to update your appliance's
electronics in keeping with advances in
– Your Miele Chartered Agent, or
technology.
– the Miele Customer Contact Centre
Information regarding programme
updates will be made known by the
You find the telephone number of
Miele Company as and when such
the Miele Customer Contact Centre
developments become available.
on the back cover of the manual.

^ When contacting your Chartered

Agent or the Miele Customer Contact
Centre, please quote the model type
and number of your appliance, both
of which are shown on the data plate
on the right hand side of the door.

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 Optional accessories

To make the most of your dishwasher

Optional accessories for particular purposes are available from your Miele
Chartered Agent or the Spare Parts Department (some may be supplied as stan-
dard, depending on model).

If you would like to … you will need to order …

… wash long-stemmed glassware … a glassware insert for the upper

basket

... wash bottles, … a bottle holder

e. g. milk or baby bottles

… wash additional items of cutlery … a small cutlery basket for the lower
basket

... wash a lot of glasses … a glassware insert for the lower

basket

... wash large plates ... an insert for plates up to:

- 33 cm diameter
- 35 cm diameter

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Electrical connection
The wires in the mains lead are
,Please follow the installation coloured in accordance with the
instructions carefully. following code:
All electrical work should be carried
out only by a suitably qualified and
competent person, in strict Green/yellow = earth
accordance with national and local
Blue = neutral
safety regulations.
Ensure power is not supplied to the Brown = live
appliance while installation work is
If the colours of the wires in the mains
being carried out.
lead of this appliance do not
correspond with the coloured markings
This dishwasher is supplied with a
identifying the terminals of your plug,
mains cable and moulded plug ready
proceed as follows:
for connection to an a.c. single phase
supply, (230 -240 V 50 Hz for NZ and ^ The wire which is coloured green and
Australia) via a fused plug and suitable yellow must be connected to the
switched socket which is easily terminal in the plug which is marked
accessible after installation. with the letter E or by the earth
symbol z or coloured green, or
^ The voltage, rated load and fuse
green and yellow.
rating are given on the data plate
located above the door. Please ^ The wire which is coloured blue must
ensure that these match the be connected to the terminal in the
household mains supply. plug which is marked with the letter N
or coloured black.
For extra safety it is advisable to install
a residual current device (RCD), with a ^ The wire which is coloured brown
trip current of 30 mA. must be connected to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the
^ Do not connect via an extension lead.
letter A (AUSTRALIA).
,If the connection cable is WARNING:
damaged it must be replaced with a THIS APPLIANCE
complete connection box and cable MUST BE EARTHED
by a Miele approved service
technician only.

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 Plumbing

The Miele waterproof anti-leak – The water pressure (flow pressure at

system the take-off point) must be between
30 and 1000 kPa (0.3 and 10 bar).
Providing your dishwasher has been If the water pressure is too high, a
installed correctly, the Miele waterproof pressure reducer valve must be
anti-leak system will protect you from fitted.
water damage throughout its lifetime.
,To avoid any damage to the
Connection to the water supply appliance, the dishwasher must only
be connected to a fully vented
,Water in the dishwasher must plumbing system.
not be used as drinking water.

– The dishwasher may be connected

to a cold or hot water supply, max.
60 °C. We would only recommend
connection to a hot water supply if it
is economical, e.g. a solar powered
supply. When connected to a hot
water supply all programme stages
which would otherwise be carried out
with cold water will be carried out
with hot water.

,A hot water connection with

temperatures exceeding 60 °C may
cause damage to the unit, impair
wash results and affect the product ! The inlet hose must not be
guarantee. shortened or damaged in any way
as it contains electrical components
– The inlet hose is approx. 1.5 m long. A (see illustration).
1.5 metre long flexible metal extension
hose, pressure tested to 14,000 kPa/
140 bar, is available as an optional This appliance incorporates back-
accessory if required. flow protection complying with
– A tap with a 3/4" male thread must be AS/NZS 3500.1.2. No further
provided on site. backflow protection required for
connection to the water supply.
– The dishwasher is constructed to
comply with Australian regulations,
and may be connected to a suitable
supply without an extra non-return
valve if national regulations allow this.

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Plumbing

Drainage Venting the drainage system

– The appliance drainage system is If the on-site drain connection is
fitted with a non-return valve, which situated lower than the guide path for
prevents dirty water from flowing the bottom basket rollers in the open
back into the dishwasher via the door, the drainage system must be
drain hose. vented. Otherwise a siphoning effect
during a programme can cause the
– The dishwasher is supplied with
appliance to empty itself of water.
approx. 1.5 m of flexible drain hose
with an internal diameter of 22 mm. To vent it:
– The drain hose can be extended ^ Open the dishwasher door fully.
using a connection piece to attach a
further length of hose.
The drainage length must not be
longer than 4 m, and the delivery
head must not exceed 1 m.
– If the hose is to be directly fitted to
the drainage outlet on site, use the
hose clip supplied (see installation
diagram).
– The hose can be directed to the left
or the right of the appliance.
– The on-site connector for the drain
hose can be adapted to different
widths of hose. If the connector ^ Pull the lower spray arm firmly
protrudes too far into the drain hose, upwards to remove it.
it will need to be shortened.
^ Cut off the top of the vent valve in the
Otherwise the drain hose may
wash cabinet.
become blocked.
– The drain hose must not be
shortened.

,Make sure that there are no

kinks in the hose, and that it is not
squashed or stretched.

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 Technical data

Dishwasher model G 1XXX G 2XXX

Height freestanding 84.5 cm -
(adjustable + 3.5 cm)
Height built-in 80.5 cm 84.5 cm
(adjustable + 6.5 cm) (adjustable + 6.5 cm)
Height of building-in Min. 80.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm) Min. 84.5 cm (+ 6.5 cm)
recess
Width 59.8 cm 59.8 cm
Width of building-in recess 60 cm 60 cm
Depth:
Freestanding 60 cm -
Built-in 57 cm 57 cm
Weight Max. 66 kg Max. 58 kg
Voltage 230 V 230 V
Connected load 2300 W 2300 W
Fuse rating 10 A 10 A
Test certificates awarded Electrical safety, Typetest Electrical safety, Typetest
Mark, C-Tick Mark Mark, C-Tick Mark
Water pressure (flow rate) 30 - 1000 kPa 30 - 1000 kPa
(0.3 - 10 bar) (0.3 - 10 bar)
Hot water connection Up to max. 60 °C Up to max. 60 °C
Delivery head Max. 1 m Max. 1 m
Drainage length Max. 4 m Max. 4 m
Mains cable approx. 1.7 m approx. 1.7 m
Capacity 12/14 place settings* 12/14 place settings*

* depending on model

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