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Operating instructions

for dishwashers

To prevent accidents and reducethe risk of damaging the machine, öread the Operating Manual before installing or usingthe machine. M.-Nr. 04 390 922

ContentsGuide to the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Before using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Opening and closing the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Water softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Setting the water hardness /Filling the salt reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/14Salt indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Adding rinse aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Loading the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Loading examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Adjusting the upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Items not suitable for dishwashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Adding detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Choosing a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Program chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Operating the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Changing programs; interrupting a program; program sequence indication . . . 28/29Additional features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Unloading the dishwasher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Dishwasher installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Contents

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Guide to the applianceMiele dishwashers are available in twoversions:

1. Integrated (“i”) dishwashers

“i”- dishwashers are designed for instal-lation under a continuous countertop.

The control panel with its accessoriesis included with the “i”- dishwasher in aseparate package for on-site installa-tion. The front is designed to accept acustom made panel, matching the exist-ing kitchen cabinets.

Installation directions can be found inthe Installation chapter.

2. “U” dishwashers

The built-under (“U”) dishwashers usethe integrated (“i”) dishwashers as thebasic machine.

By using a decor set (GDU) the “i”dish-washer can be converted into a “U”model dishwasher.

GDU installation instructions are in-cluded in a separate pamphlet sup-plied with the decor set.

Guide to the appliance

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1. Upper spray arm (not visible)

2. Cutlery tray

3. Inlet funnel for middle spray arm

4. Upper basket

5. Water hardness selector

6. Middle spray arm

7. Lower spray arm

8. Four height adjustable levelling legs

9. Combination filter

10. Salt reservoir

11. Dual compartment detergent dispenser

12. Rinse aid reservoir (with dosage selector)

13. Data plate

14. On/Off button

15. Door release

16. Child safety lock

17. Time display

18. Pushbutton switches

19. “Check” indicator lamps

20. Program sequence display

21. Program and temperature selector knob

Note: Lower basket is not shown.


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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNINGWhen using your dish-washer, follow all basicsafety precautions.

This appliance conforms toall uniform safety codes andregulations. To avoid injuryand machine damage, readthe operating instructionscarefully.

The manufacturer cannot be heldresponsible for damage or injurycaused by improper use or foruses other than those for whichthe appliance is intended.

Repairs should only be carried outby qualified personnel. Disconnect

the appliance from the power supplybefore servicing (pull out the plug orturn off the circuit breaker).

If not purchased specifically as a“Freestanding” model, only install

the dishwasher under a continuouscountertop which is secured to ad-jacent cabinetry.

The dishwasher must be electri-cally grounded. Install the dish-

washer as per the included Installationinstructions.

Use only detergents and rinse aidsrecommended for dishwashers.

Do not use commercial or indus-trial grade detergents, as these

may cause adverse chemical reactionsand damage the machine. Use deter-gents made for residential dishwashersonly.

Do not use your dishwasher unlessall enclosure panels are properly in

place.

Do not allow children to play in oron the dishwasher.

Keep all detergents and rinse aidsout of the reach of children.

Dishwasher detergents contain So-dium Silicate and Sodium Carbo-

nate. In case of eye contact, immediate-ly flush with water. Call a physician orpoison control.

Do not tamper with the controls.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWhen loading items to be washed:

– Locate pointed items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal.– Load knives with the cutting edge

down to reduce the risk of injuries.

Do not wash plastic items unlessthey are labeled “dishwasher safe”

or the equivalent. For items not labeled,check the manufacturer’s recommenda-tions.

Do not abuse, sit, or stand on thedoor or dishracks of the dish-

washer.

Remove the front door and cut offthe power cord of the dishwasher

before removing it from service or dis-carding it. This will help protect child-ren from injury and accidentally lockingthemselves in.

Under certain conditions, hy-drogen gas may be produced in a

hot water system that has not beenused for two weeks or more.HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If thehot water system has not been used forsuch a period, turn on all hot waterfaucets and let the water flow fromeach for several minutes before usingthe dishwasher. This will release any ac-cumulated hydrogen gas. Do notsmoke or use an open flame during thistime.

Do not drink the water from thewash cabinet.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Caring for the environmentDisposal of the packing material.

The cardboard box and packing ma-terial protects the appliance duringshipping. It has been deliberately de-signed to be biodegradable and recy-clable. Please dispose of these ma-terials as you would any otherrecyclable products.

Disposal of your old machine.

Old machines contain materials whichcan be recycled. Please contact yourlocal recycling center or scrap mer-chant about the possibility of recyclingthese materials and make certain themachine has been made child resistantas outlined in the “Important safety in-stuctions”, before disposing of the ap-pliance.

Energy saving washing.

These dishwashers are exceptionally ef-ficient in their use of water and elec-tricity. You can make the most of yourappliance by following these tips:

Make full use of the baskets withoutoverloading the dishwasher for themost economical washing.

For small loads:Select the “Top Solo” function (see“Additional features” chapter).

Choose a program that best suits thedegree of soiling and the type ofdishes being washed.

If baskets are only half full, use theECONOMY program.

Use the correct amounts of deter-gent and rinse aid.

Caring for the environment

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Before using for the first timeBefore using for the first time pleasenote the following points:

Setting the water softener.

The water softener must be set to corre-spond to the water hardness in yourarea. This can be obtained from yourlocal water company, or by using a testkit that can be purchased from theMiele Parts Department.

The salt reservoir must only be filledwith water and salt. Never fill it withdetergent.

Adding rinse aid.

Inadvertently filling the rinse aidreservoir with liquid or powder deter-gent will damage the reservoir.

Only use detergents and rinse aids for-mulated for domestic dishwashers.

It is important to choose the correctprogram.

Different wash programs should be se-lected for different loads and differentdegrees of soiling. See the programchart for further program descriptions.

When the dishwasher is run for thefirst time, the selected program willnot start for approximately 7minutes. During these 7 minutes, the Watersoftener reactivation program is run,and the “Softener” indicator lampwill be on.

Add the correct amount of detergent.

Follow the detergent manufacturer’srecommendations on how much deter-gent to use. Not enough or too muchdetergent can lead to poor wash re-sults.

Cleaning results vary from brand tobrand. If you are not satisfied with theresults from one brand, try anotherquality brand before contacting theMiele Service Department for advice.

Load the dishes correctly.

Load the dishes so that water can con-tact all surfaces. Ensure that the sprayarms are not blocked by items whichare too tall for the basket or which ex-tend through the bottom of the basket.If necessary, manually rotate the sprayarms to test for clearance.

The combination filter in the base ofthe wash cabinet and the spray armsmust be kept clean.

These should be regularly inspectedand cleaned if necessary.

See the corresponding chapters for de-tailed information on the above points.

Before using for the first time

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Opening and closing the doorTo open the door.

Press the release catch inside thedoor grip.

If the door is opened during operation,all functions are automatically inter-rupted.

To close the door.Push the baskets in.

Lift the door and push until it clicksinto position.

Child safety lock.

The child safety lock is designed todeter children from opening the dish-washer door.

Use the key provided to turn thechild safety lock to the required set-ting.

Horizontal setting = The door islocked.

Vertical setting = the door canbe opened.

Opening and closing the door

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Water softenerThe water softener must be set to corre-spond to the water hardness in yourarea. This can be obtained from yourlocal water company, or by using a testkit that can be purchased from theMiele Parts Department.

To avoid the build up of calcium de-posits on dishes, cutlery, and in thedishwasher, if the water hardness isabove 4 gr/gal, the water should besoftened.

The dishwasher is factory set for a hard-ness level of 22 gr/gal. If your water isharder or softer, the setting will need tobe adjusted.

To ensure a steady supply of soft-ened water, the built in water sof-tener must be:

1. Correctly set.

2. Reactivated with salt when depleted.

Where the water hardness fluctuates (e.g. 8 - 17 gr/gal) always set the ma-chine to the higher value (17 gr/gal inthis example).

Settings

gr/gal ppm °fvalue

forprogram-

ming

waterlevel

selector(Setting)

123456789

101112131415161718192021

22 *)23242526272829303132333435

2040507090

110130140160180200220230250270290310320340360380400410430450470490500520540560580590610630

24579

111314161820222325272931323436384041434547495052545658596163

1234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829303132333435

66666666666666666666666666666666666

36-47 650- 850 65- 85 36 4

48-65 860-1170 86-117 36 5

66-70 1190-1260 119-126 36 6

*) factory setting

Water softener

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To set the water softener for a hard-ness level of 1-35 gr/gal:

Check that the water hardness selec-tor in the wash cabinet is set to set-ting 6.

Turn the dishwasher off.

Turn the program selector knob tothe “STOP” position.

Press the “Delay start” and “START”buttons at the same time, while turn-ing the machine on. A “P” and a num-ber will appear in the time display.

Set the program selector knob to the“NORMAL 55/130” position. Thenumber “22” will appear in the timedisplay.

“22” = The factory setting for a waterhardness of 22 gr/gal.

Press the “Top Solo” button as oftenas necessary until the value of yourwater hardness in gr/gal appears inthe display.

Example:

For a water hardness of 30 gr/gal:

Keep pressing the “Top Solo” buttonuntil “30” appears in the time display.

After the figure “36” is reached thecounter returns to “0”.

Value “0” must not be set!

Press the “START” button twice tostore the change in memory.

Water softener

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Setting the water softener for a hard-ness level of 36 - 70 gr/gal requiresthe following two step procedure:

1.

Turn the dishwasher off.


Press the “Delay start” and “START”buttons at the same time, while turn-ing the machine on. A “P” and a num-ber will appear in the time display.

Set the program selector knob to the“NORMAL 55/130” position. Thenumber “22” will appear in the timedisplay.

“22” = The factory setting for a waterhardness of 22 gr/gal.

Press the “Top Solo” button as oftenas necessary until the value “36” ap-pears in the display.

Press the “START” button twiceto store the “36” in memory.

2.

The water hardness selector in thewash cabinet must be set according tothe following chart.

gr/gal ppm °fvalue

forprogram-ming

waterhardnessselector(Setting)

36-47 650- 850 65- 85 36 4

48-65 860-1170 86-117 36 5

66-70 1190-1260 119-126 36 6 *)

*) factory setting

Example:

The water hardness is 60 gr/gal.

The water hardness selector in thewash cabinet must be set to 5, (48 - 65 gr/gal).

Using a screwdriver:

Remove the cover from the waterhardness selector.

Adjust the water hardness selectoras necessary. There will be a click aseach setting is reached.

Do not set the selector on setting 1 - 3.

Replace the cover on the water hard-ness selector.

Water softener

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Filling the salt reservoir.

The salt reservoir should be filled be-fore the first use and when the “Salt” in-dicator lamp lights up. Use water sof-tener reactivation salt (1 - 4 mm grainsize), as other salts may contain inso-luble additives which can impair thefunctioning of the softener.

The salt reservoir holds approx. 4 lbs (2 kg) of salt.

Inadvertently filling the salt reservoirwith dishwashing detergent willdamage the water softener. Makesure that only water softener reacti-vation salt of the proper grain size isused.

Remove the lower basket.

Unscrew and remove the salt reser-voir cap.

Before filling the salt reservoir forthe first time:Fill the salt reservoir with approxi-mately 2 quarts (2 l) of water.

Place the funnel (provided) over thesalt reservoir.

Carefully fill with salt. As it is filled,water will run out.

Clean any excess salt from thethreads of the reservoir opening.

Screw the cap on firmly.

If the dishwasher will not be used im-mediately after reactivation, run theRINSE & HOLD program. This willremove any traces of salt from thecabinet.

Water softener

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Salt indicator.

When the salt reservoir is empty, the“Salt” indicator lamp will light, notifyingyou that the reservoir should be refilledwith reactivation salt.

After the reservoir has been filled, thewater softener is automatically reacti-vated the next time the dishwasher isrun.

The “Softener” indicator lamp illumi-nates during this process.

Note:

If the water used is very soft (below 4 gr/gal), the salt indicator lamp willstay on. In this case the reservoirshould not be filled with salt. The indica-tor lamp will remain lit and should bedisregarded or bypassed.

The “Salt” indicator lamp has also beendesigned for future program updates(PC). See the “After Sales Service” sec-tion for further details.

Bypassing the Salt indicator lamp.

In order to bypass the salt indicatorlamp, you will need a screwdriver andneedle nose pliers.

Remove the salt reservoir cap.

Looking into the salt reservoir, you willsee the top of the float chamber on theright hand side b.

Using a screwdriver, carefully pivotthe float chamber towards the centerof the reservoir.

Using the needle nose pliers, firstpull the cap c off of the float cham-ber, then remove the float d.

Replace the float chamber cap,push the chamber back into its up-right position, and replace the saltreservoir cap. The indicator lampshould now remain off.

Water softener

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Adding rinse aidThe use of Rinse Aid is recommendedto prevent spotting on dishes and glass-ware that normally occurs during thedrying phase of automatic dishwashing.

Inadvertently filling the rinse aidreservoir with detergent alwaysleads to damage to the reservoir.Only pour rinse aid formulated forresidential dishwashers into thereservoir.

Adding rinse aid.

Add Rinse Aid before the first useand anytime the “Rinse Aid” indica-tor lamp comes on.

Press the button in the direction ofthe arrow until the flap springs open.

Adding rinse aid

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Close the dishwasher door halfwayand pour liquid rinse aid into the stor-age container until it is visible on thesurface of the screen. Do not addaid until the “Rinse aid” indicatorlamp comes on.

Only use rinse aid specificallylabeled for residential dishwashers.Inadvertently using powder or liquiddetergents will damage the rinseaid dispenser.

Close the flap and wipe up anyspilled rinse aid. The flap will remainclosed during normal operation.

Setting the dosage.

The dosage selector comes factory setto 3. It can be adjusted from 1 to 6, de-pending on your requirements.

Use a higher setting if spots appearon dry glassware.

If streaking appears on dishes orglasses, use a lower setting.

Adding rinse aid

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Loading the dishwasherLoad the dishes so that water cancontact all surfaces.

Do not place dishes and cutlery in-side other pieces where they may beconcealed.

Hollow items such as cups andglasses should be inverted andplaced in the upper basket.

Concave based items should beplaced at an angle on top of the cof-fee bar, (see page 21),so that watercan run off them freely.

Tall, narrow, hollow pieces should beplaced in the center of the basket,rather than in the corners, to ensurewater coverage.

Small cups and glasses should beplaced on the cup racks. Taller mugsand glasses can be placed under-neath the rack.

Do not cover the funnel in the middleof the upper basket.

The spray arms must not be blockedby items which are too tall or hangthrough the baskets. If in doubt, testfor free movement by manually rotat-ing the spray arms.

Some food items may contain naturaldyes that can discolor plastic itemsin the dishwasher ( e.g. carrots, to-matoes, ketchup, etc.). The stabilityof plastic items is not affected by thisdiscoloration.

Some loading examples are shown onthe following pages.

NoteIf the additional feature “Top Solo” hasbeen selected with a wash program, allitems must be loaded into the upperbasket and cutlery tray. See the “Addi-tional features” section for further infor-mation.

In areas where the water has highmineral content, it may be necess-ary to polish silverware after wash-ing to achive a high shine.

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Loading examples.

Upper basket.

For small, lightweight, or delicate itemssuch as cups, saucers, glasses, des-sert bowls, etc.

Bottom basket.

For larger and heavier items such asplates, serving platters and saucepans.Glasses should only be placed in thebottom basket if the special glasswareinsert is used.

Cutlery tray.

The easily loaded cutlery tray ensuresthorough cleaning of cutlery and cook-ing utensils. In addition, the cutlery trayinsert is removable and can be carriedto a drawer or table for easy loading orunloading, thereby eliminating much ofthe handling of the cutlery.

The plate inserts on the left and rightrear of the lower basket are removable.To remove, push the handles of both in-serts toward the inside of the basket.Once removed, the open area can ac-commodate large pots, casseroledishes, or accessory inserts (see “Ac-cessories”).


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To make unloading easier, cutlery canbe grouped in zones, one for knives,one for forks, etc.

Spoon heads should be placed so thatwater can run off them freely.

Place the heads of cutlery with roundor oval handles in the holders. This willsecure them during the wash cycle.

Ensure that spoon heads are in contactwith at least one holder so they cannotflip over and collect water.

Do not cover the opening in themiddle of the cutlery tray, and makesure that the upper spray arm canrotate freely after the tray is slid in;otherwise the rotation of the sprayarms may be inadequate for a thorough cleaning.


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Adjustable cup racks.

To make room for tall glasses, raise therack upwards. Lower it to double stacksmaller items.

Coffee bar.

Place coffee mugs on top of the bar sothat they sit at a slant. This allows allwater to run off the base of the mug.The bar can also be used as a separ-ator between two rows of glasses keep-ing them from leaning against eachother. This protects the glasses and en-sures good wash results. For wideitems, flip the bar over to the right.


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Adjusting the upper basket.(depending on model)

The upper basket height is adjustable.If tall items of dishware are beingwashed, more room can be obtainedby raising or lowering the upper basket.

Pull out the upper basket and loosenthe two locknuts on either side of thebasket.

Adjust the basket up or down to thedesired height.

Tighten the locknuts.

The upper basket can also be set onan angle, if required.

Do not set the angle to the extreme -one side at the highest setting andone side at the lowest, as this willimpede the function of the middlespray arm.

Depending on the setting of the upperbasket, the following dishware dimen-sions can be accommodated:

Upper basket position

Upper basket

diameter

Lowerbasket

diameterTop 8"

(20.5 cm)12"

(30 cm)Middle 9"

(22.5 cm)11"

(28 cm)Bottom 10"

(24.5 cm)10"

(26 cm)


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Items not suitable for dishwashers– Cutlery with wooden handles.

– Wooden cutting boards.

– Glued items such as old knives withhandles that are glued togetheraround the shank of the blade.

– Hand made craft items.

– Copper or tin items.

– Plastic items which are not heat resis-tant.

Please note:

– Silver or aluminum items may suffersome discoloration.

– Aluminum parts (eg. oven hoodgrease filters) should not be cleanedusing commercial or industrial deter-gents. These high alkaline deter-gents may damage the machine,and in extreme instances, cause ex-plosive chemical reactions.

– Silverware previously cleaned with asilver polish may be damp orspotted at the end of a programwhere water has adhered to the pol-ish. This can be rubbed off with asoft, dry cloth. Silver that has pre-viously been cleaned in an immer-sion dip is usually dry at the end of aprogram, but may discolor (tarnish).

– Colors on dishware that have beenpainted over the glaze may fadeover time.

– Clouding may occur on glasses afterfrequent washing.

Miele recommends:

Wash delicate glassware using theECONOMY program or the CHINA &CRYSTAL program with a tempera-ture of 45 °C/115 °F (if so equipped).This will reduce the risk of clouding.

There are no standard guidelines forwashing glassware. When in doubt,wash by hand.

When purchasing new dishes andcutlery, make sure they are dish-washer safe.

Items not suitable for dishwashers

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Adding detergentUse only powder detergents formu-lated for residential dishwashers.Do not use gels or liquid deter-gents.

Press the latch on the detergent dis-penser. The cover will spring open.

Fill the dispenser using the amountof detergent recommended by thedetergent manufacturer.

Close the cover. The cover will al-ways be open at the end of a washprogram (excluding the RINSE &HOLD program).

Generally, filling the dispenser withdetergent will be sufficient to ensurethorough cleaning. If dishes are extradirty, or if the soil has been allowed todry on the dishes before washing, aprogram utilizing a prewash cycleshould be selected. In this case, extradetergent can be added to the smallcompartment labeled ( I ) in the centerof the dispenser.

Dishwasher detergents contain irri-tant and corrosive ingredients. Theycan cause burns in the mouth andthroat if swallowed, or inhibit brea-thing. Keep children away fromdetergent and from the dishwasherwhen the door is open.

To avoid the danger of children com-ing into contact with dishwasherdetergent, only fill the detergent dis-penser immediately before startingthe program.

Capacities:Compartment I (prewash) takes a maxi-mum of 1 ounce (25 ml) and Compart-ment II (main wash) takes a maximumof 3 ounces (80 ml) when completelyfilled. There are horizontal marks to as-sist you in filling Compartment II. Themarks indicate a level of approximately3/4, 1, and 1 1/4 ounces (20, 25 and30 ml respectively).

Adding detergent

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Choosing a programThe wash program chosen should de-pend on the type of dishes and the de-gree of soiling.

In most cases a NORMAL program willgive excellent results.

The available programs and some oftheir applications are listed in the Pro-gram Chart on the next two pages.

“ENERGY SAVER” Program.

Use this program for lightly to nor-mally soiled dishware.

A warm water intake (temperature ofthe incoming water) of at least45 °C/115 °F is necessary for thisprogram.

Water is not heated in this program.Only 0,20 kWh of electricity (approx.) isused during this cycle.

The drying result may not match that ofa program with a full drying cycle.

The higher the temperature of the in-take water, the better the drying results.

Open the door of the dishwasher 2-3 inches (5-6 mm) at the end of theprogram to speed the drying pro-cess.

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Program chartProgram When to use Detergent

A1) B2)

Compart-ment

I(Pre-wash)

Compart-ment

II(Mainwash)

Compart-ment

II(Mainwash)

Universal ProgramsNORMAL55 °C/130 °F

This program is for normal everyday loads. 20 % 80% 100 %

NORMAL65 °C/150 °F

Same as NORMAL 55 °C/130 °F, but at ahigher temperature for stubborn dried onparticles.

20 % 80 % 100 %

INTENSIVE55 °C/130 °F

Same as NORMAL 55 °C/130 °F, but with apreliminary pre-wash for heavy soiling.

20 % 80 % 100 %

INTENSIVE65 °C/150 °F

Same as INTENSIVE 55 °C/130 °F, but at ahigher wash temperature for stubborn driedon particles and lightly soiled pots and pans.

20 % 80 % 100 %

Special programsENERGY SAVER Only select ENERGY SAVER if the dish-

washer is connected to a hot water supply(minimum temperature 45 °C/115 °F).– see chapter "Choosing a program"

20 % 80 % 100 %

POTS & PANS75 °C/170 °F

For pots, pans and dishware with dried onparticles of food and very heavy soiling.

20 % 100 % 120 %

ECONOMY55 °C/130 °F

For half a, normal everyday load, or:for full loads with very light soiling (e.g.coffee cups).

50 %3) 50 %3)

CHINA & CRYSTAL45 °C/115 °F

“Gentle program”, for lightly soiled andheat sensitive tableware. 50 %3) 50 %3)

SHORT45 °C/115 °F

“Quick program”, for lightly soileddishware (e.g. party dishware). 50 %3) 50 %3)

RINSE & HOLD For rinsing dishes when a complete cycleis not needed.

The dispensing method will depend on the type of detergent being used:A 1) Use this method for:

– detergents which contain phosphates and chlorine.Divide the total amount, as shown, between compartment I and compartment II.

B 2) Use this method for:– detergent which is chlorine and phosphate free.– detergent which is chlorine free but contains phosphates.In this instance the whole amount is placed in compartment II.

3) Use half of the manufacturers recommended amount of detergent.

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Program cycle USAGE

Electric (kWh) Water1.

Prelimi-nary pre-

wash

2.Pre-wash Main

washInterimrinse

Finalrinse

Drying

Water hot(49 °C /120 °F)

Liters/Gallons 4)

X X X X X 0.9 19/5.0

X X X X X 1.13 19/5.0

X X X X X X 0.89 24/6.3

X X X X X X 0.98 24/6.3

X X X X X X 0.20 24/6.3

X X X X X 1.13 19/5.0

X X X X 0.75 5) 14/3.7

X X X X X 0.47 19/5.0

X X X 0.56 14/3.7

X 0.06 5/1.3

4) Average consumption values are for a water hardness of up to 17 gr/gal.5) With half loads (7 place settings).X = cycle used

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Operating the dishwasher.

Turning on.

Close the door.

Open the water valve (if it is closed).

Press the “ON/OFF”-button (14).

When the program and temperature se-lector knob (21) is in the “STOP” posi-tion, a dot will light up in the displayfield (17).

Starting a program.

Turn the program and temperatureselector knob (21) clockwise orcounterclockwise to the desired pro-gram.

The length of the selected program ap-pears in hours and minutes in the Timedisplay (17).

At the same time the indicator lampnext to the “START”-button (18) illumi-nates.

Before starting the program, addi-tional features “Delay start” or “TopSolo” can be selected (see “Addi-tional features” on page 30).

Press the “START” -button (18).

The indicator lamp next to the “START”-button will go out, and the program willstart.

Note.

The time displayed may vary using thesame program. When the dishwasheris turned on, it will display a Wash timecalculated using a water supply tem-perature of 60 °F/15 °C. (the tempera-ture used for factory testing).

With subsequent programs the dish-washer will recalculate the time accord-ing to actual conditions. The most cur-rent value will then be displayed thenext time the dishwasher is turned on.

The time remaining is displayed as theprogram progresses.

To prevent children from cominginto contact with detergent, onlyplace it in the dispenser immediate-ly before starting the program.

Program end

The program has finished when no indi-cator lamps are illuminated and a “0”appears in the display. the dishwashercan now be unloaded.

If the dishwasher door remains closed,the drying fan will continue to operatefor a few additional minutes to helpdissipate any remaining moisture.


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Turning off.

At the end of a program:


If any appliance will not be used for anextended period (e.g. while on vaca-tion), it is recommended that the watersupply valve be shut off.

Your Miele dishwasher is designedto shut off the water flow and drainthe machine in the rare event of avalve failure. In order for this func-tion to be active, the door must beshut, the machine must be “ON”,and the Program knob must be inthe “STOP” position.

Sequence indicator (20).

Once a program has started, the se-quence indicator lamps (20) show theactual program stage reached by thedishwasher.

Note:

When required, the water softenerreactivation process is performedbefore the wash program. It maylast several minutes and occurs inintervals. During this process only the “Sof-tener” indicator will be on.

The hardness of the water supply willdictate how often (after how manywashes) the water softener needs to bereactivated. For example, with a waterhardness of 21 gr/gal, reactivation willtake place after every 3 programs. Witha water hardness of 8 gr/gal, reactivation

will only take place after 11 programs.

Interrupting a program.

A program can be interrupted by open-ing the door.If the door is then closed, the programwill continue from the point it was at be-fore the door was opened.

Warning!The water in the dishwasher maybe hot, and steam may be present!Only open the door if absolutelynecessary and exercise extremecaution when doing so. The dangerof burns and scalding exists.Once the door has been opened,allow 20-30 seconds for the inter-nal temperature to equalize beforeclosing it again, and make sure itclicks into place.

Changing a program.

A program can be changed at anytime. The new program will start assoon as it has been selected.

Turn the program selector knob tothe desired program.

If you wish to start the new program atits beginning:

Turn the program selector knob to“STOP”,(a point will appear in the displayfield).

Select the new program and press“START”.

It may be necessary to add additionaldetergent, depending on where theoriginal program was interrupted.


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Additional featuresDelay start (18).

The starting time of a program can bedelayed up to 9 hours and 30 minutes(in 30 minute increments), in order totake advantage of off peak utility ratesthat exist in some areas. To set a Delaytime:

Select a program.

The length of the program is displayed(17) in minutes and seconds.

Press the “Delay start” (18) buttononce for every 30 minutes of delaydesired.

The program length displayed will nowchange to a display of the Delay time,also in hours and minutes. The “Delaystart” indicator lamp will illuminate.

Press the “START” button (18).

The dishwasher counts down theminutes of the chosen delay, thenstarts the program automatically.

Once started, the display will show thetime remaining in the wash program.

Example:

Press “Delay start” once for a 30minute delay.30 (mins) is displayed.

Press “Delay start” twice for a 1 hourdelay.1.00 is displayed (1 hr. 00min.)

To prevent the detergent form pre-maturely dissolving when using the“Delay Start” feature, make certainthat the dispenser is dry before put-ting in detergent.

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Top Solo (18).

When this feature is selected, the ma-jority of the water is directed to the topand middle spray arms of the dish-washer. Its use is recommended whenall the dishes or cutlery needing clean-ing can be loaded into the upper bas-ket and cutlery tray.

Note:Lightly soiled plates or serving platterscan still be placed in the bottom basketif large spaces are left between them.Do not place dishes, bowls or other hol-low containers in the bottom basket.Adjusting the upper basket to its lowestposition will allow it to accommodatelarger plates.

Using “Top Solo” will also save water,detergent and energy.

For example, using Top Solo with theNORMAL 55°C/130°F program uses3.2 gallons (12 liters) of water insteadof the usual 5 gallons (19 liters).

Because smaller amounts of dishwareare being washed, the amount of deter-gent used can be reduced accordingly.

“Top Solo” can be selected with allwash programs.

Choose a program.

The length of the program will appearin the time display (17) in hours andminutes.

Press the “Top Solo” button (18). The“Top Solo” indicator lamp illuminates,and the program duration changes.

Press the “START” button (18).The “START” indicator lamp goes outand the program starts.

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Unloading the dishwasherDishes tend to break and chip easierwhen they are hot. Allow the dishesto cool until they are comfortableenough to handle before unloadingthem.

If the door is opened at the comple-tion of the drying cycle, the disheswill cool much faster.

Unload the lower basket first, thenthe upper basket and cutlery tray (ifso equipped). This will prevent waterdrops from the upper basket or cut-lery tray from falling onto the dishesin the lower basket.

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Cleaning and careCleaning the filters in the washcabinet.

The combination filter in the base ofthe wash cabinet should be regu-larly inspected and cleaned asnecessary. Any broken glass ordishware should be removed imme-diately upon discovery. Use caution when cleaning the fil-ters, non-return valve or drainpump, as glass or bone splintersmay be caught in the bottom of thewash cabinet.

Turn the handle counterclockwise torelease the filters.

Lift the combination filter out of themachine. Remove any coarse par-ticles and rinse it under runningwater. A nylon brush can be used, ifnecessary.

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Turn the combination filter over andopen the coarse filter cover by pull-ing back on the locking tab.

After cleaning, make sure that thecoarse filter cover is properly lockedin place.

Replace the combination filter sothat it lies flat in the base of the washcabinet. Secure it by turning thehandle clockwise.

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Cleaning the spray arms.

On rare occasions particles of foodmay get stuck in the spray arm jets.They can be easily cleaned as follows:

Remove the lower basket and thecutlery tray (if so equipped). The cut-lery tray frame can be pushed backin.

Unscrew and remove the upperspray arm.

To remove the middle spray arm lo-cated beneath the upper basket,gently push upwards until it engagesin the ratchet b, then unscrew it c.

Lift up on the lower spray arm toremove it.

To clean the spray arms, use apointed object to push the the foodparticles into the jets.

Rinse under running water to com-plete the process.

After cleaning, replace the sprayarms.

Important:After replacing the spray arms,check that they rotate freely.

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Cleaning the drain pump and non-re-turn valve.

Use caution when cleaning the fil-ters, non-return valve or drainpump, as glass or bone splintersmay be caught in the bottom of thewash cabinet.

If the water in the dishwasher is notcompletely drained at the end of a pro-gram, the drain pump or non-returnvalve may be blocked. To clean them:

Remove the combination filter.

Tilt the locking clamp to the side andpull out the non-return valve.

Rinse the non-return valve under run-ning water.

The drain pump is situated under thenon-return valve (see arrow).

Before replacing the non-returnvalve, check to make sure that noth-ing is obstructing the drain pump.

Carefully replace the non-returnvalve and secure it with the lockingclamp.

Replace and secure the combinationfilter.

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Cleaning the water inlet filter.

The water valve housing on the inlethose contains electrical compo-nents and should not be immersed,or run through water.

A filter is incorporated in the inlet hosethat is attached to the dishwasher’smain shutoff valve. If your water supplyis hard, or the pipes contain sediment;this filter may clog and prevent suffi-cient water from entering the washcabinet. It can be cleaned as follows:

Cleaning the filter.

Disconnect the dishwasher from theelectrical supply (unplug it or shut offthe circuit breaker).

Turn off the main shutoff valve andunscrew the inlet hose.

Carefully remove the rubber seal.

Remove the filter using needle nosepliers and clean it by rinsing underrunning water.

Replace the filter and seal. Makesure they are seated correctly.

Screw the inlet hose back onto thewater valve, making certain it is notcross-threaded.

Slowly turn on the valve and test forleaks.

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Installing an in-line water filter.

If your water supply contains a largenumber of insoluble substances, we re-commend installing a filter between thevalve and the inlet hose connection.These filters can be obtained from theMiele Parts Department.

Cleaning the control panel.

The control panel can be cleanedusing a damp cloth and mild deter-gent.

Do not use abrasive, all purpose, orglass cleaners, as their use maydamage plastic surfaces.

Cleaning the door panel.

Plastic laminate panels should becleaned using a suitable, non-ab-rasive cleaning agent, or mild soapywater.

Panels made from wood should becleaned using a soft damp cloth andan appropriate wood cleaner.

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Problem solving guideWith the aid of the following guide,minor problems can be easily cor-rected. If you are unable to correct theproblem, please contact the Miele Ser-vice Department.

Any work on the electrical compo-nents of the appliance should onlybe performed by a qualified andtrained person in accordance withlocal and national regulations. Un-authorized or incorrect repairscould cause personal injury or dam-age the machine.

Problems/possible causes.

The dishwasher does not start.

– The door is not properly closed.

– The plug is not properly inserted.

– The circuit breaker is defective orhas tripped.

The wash cycle finishes too earlyand the “Drain” indicator lampflashes.

– The drain hose is kinked.

– The drain pump is blocked – see“Cleaning and care”.

The wash cycle finishes too earlyand three horizontal lines “---” ap-pear in the time display.

Press the “ON-OFF” button to turnthe machine off. After 5 seconds turnit on again. Select a program andstart the machine.

If the lines are still displayed, call theMiele Service Department.

The “Spray arm” indicator lampflashes.

– The middle spray arm is obstructedby an item in the basket.

– The spray arm jets are blocked - see“Cleaning and care”.

– The opening in the center of the cut-lery tray is covered, restricting theflow of water to the middle spray arm.

Shortly after starting a program the“Water Intake” indicator lampflashes.

– The water shutoff valve is closed.

– The water intake filter is clogged -see “Cleaning and care”.

– Too little water may be entering themachine. This may be due to insuffi-cient water pressure.

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The dishes are not clean.

– The dishes are incorrectly loaded.

– The correct amount of detergent wasnot used - see “Program chart”.

– The filters in the wash cabinet arenot clean, or the spray arm jets areblocked - see “Cleaning and care”.

– The wrong program was selected –see “Program chart”.

White residue is visible on cutleryand dishware.

– No salt in the salt reservoir.

– Salt reservoir lid has not beenscrewed on properly.

– Not enough rinse aid was used.

Water remains in the dishwasher atthe end of a program.

– The drain hose is kinked or clogged.

– The drain pump or non-return valvemay be blocked - see “Cleaning andcare”.

The “Water Intake” indicator lightsduring the “ENERGY SAVER” pro-gram.

The “ENERGY SAVER” program re-quires a water supply temperature of atleast 45 °C/115 °F. If the incomingwater is less than this temperature, the“Water Intake” lamp illuminates (seealso “Program selection”). If your hotwater system has been used recently,not enough hot water may have beenavailable to adequately clean thedishes.

If necessary, repeat the program.

If the “Water Intake” lamp lights again,select a different program.

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After sales serviceShould you still have difficulties,please contact:

– your Miele Dealer or

– the Miele Service Department. (Seeback cover for addresses).

Please have the model number of yourappliance available. This informationcan be found on the data plate on theupper edge of the door.

Program update function - PC

The Salt indicator lamp has a secondfunction: It allows a technician with theproper equipment to access the pro-gramming of the dishwasher to take ad-vantage of the latest technological de-velopments.

For instance, if a detergent that givesgood wash results using only coldwater becomes available, the wash pro-grams can be changed to take advant-age of this development to help reduceyour energy costs.

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AccessoriesBottle holder.(depending on model)

A bottle holder (for milk or baby bottles)is available for use in the lower basket.

To achieve the proper cleaning results,the bottle holder should only be placedin the positions marked with white. Donot place them in the X marked posi-tions.

Glass insert for the bottom basket:provides the ability to safely washglasses in the bottom basket. (Only available for models with remov-able inserts in the lower basket.)

Glass insert for the upper basket:provides special support for longstemmed glassware.

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Dishwasher installationThe “i” model dishwasher is speciallydesigned for installation under a con-tinuous countertop.

A panel can be custom made for instal-lation on the front of the dishwasher, as-suring a perfect match with the kitchencabinetry.

If a standard non-cabinet matchingdishwasher installation is desired, the“i” model dishwasher can be convertedinto a “U” model through the addition ofa GDU 60/65 decor set. The decor setcomes supplied with separate installa-tion instructions.

To ensure stability, these dish-washers should only be installedunder a continuous countertopwhich is securely fastened to thecabinet base units.

Dimensions:

1) with 35" (890 mm) machine height2) with 33 1/8" (840 mm) machine height

Range of adjustment is approximately2" (5 cm).

1. Install the steam deflector, (if applicable).

A stainless steel plate is supplied toprotect the underside of the countertopagainst steam rising from the dish-washer when the door is opened. If thecountertop is made of Corian®, gra-nite, marble or other solid, waterproofmaterial, the steam deflector should notbe used.

Squeeze a bead of sealant from thesupplied tube into the angle formedby the curved edge b of the cover-plate.

Align the plate c with the lower frontedge of the countertop (see illustra-tion) and use the supplied tacks tonail it into place.

On countertops with wood or lami-nate edging, the tacks should benailed through the rear holes of theplate.

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2. Install the dishwasher under the countertop.

It is preferable to install the main waterand electric supplies so that they canbe accessed through an adjacentcabinet, rather than situating them be-hind the machine. See the “Plumbing”and “Electrical” sections for proper con-nection procedures before continuing.

Certain steps in the installation proce-dures require that the dishwasher bepulled out of its opening. For this rea-son, perform the plumbing and electri-cal connections after the machine hasbeen levelled and the front panel hasbeen mounted.

Install the slides.

Two slides are included and should beinstalled on the feet of the dishwasherbefore the machine is pushed underthe countertop. This will allow the ma-chine to slide easier, protect the floor,and allow adjustment of the rear level-ing legs from the front of the machine.

Place the slides, with the ratchet atthe rear, onto the dishwasher legs.

Unscrew the legs to raise the ma-chine to within 1/4" (5 mm) of theunderside of the countertop, andcheck that the machine is level, before sliding it into its opening.

Push the machine into the opening,making sure the electrical cable andhoses can reach their connectionpoints without being kinked.


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Adjust the rear leveling legs to the re-quired height.

To raise the machine - turn clockwise.

To lower the machine - turn counter-clockwise.

Several turns may be needed to set thecorrect height.

Adjust the front leveling legs by push-ing on the foot with a slotted screw-driver.

Tipping the machine slightly, ifpossible, will make adjusting the frontlegs easier. Make sure the machine islevel when adjustments are complete.

The dishwasher should be raised until itjust touches the underside of the counter-top.


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3. Installing the control panel.

The control panel and hardware ispackaged separately from the dish-washer. It should be installed using thefollowing procedure.

If the GDU decor set is being used,(to convert an “i” dishwasher to a “U”version), the spacer bars i must firstbe removed and stored for possibleuse in the future, (See the separate in-structions for installing the GDUdecor set). If the GDU kit is not beingused, skip the following step.

To remove the spacer bars from thecontrol panel, place the panel on atable, printed side up, and gentlypush down on the spacer bars at a

point near the bottom of the controlpanel. This will release the mountingbolts from their slots.

Install the necessary spacer bars ion the control panel.

Place the seal b onto the ventilationgrill. c

Push the ventilation grill c into themetal backing plate.

Place the covers d over the push-button switches.

Install the adapter disc e.

Position the control panel f over thebacking plate and fasten it from theinside of the doorg using the sixscrews provided.

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4. Aligning the control panel with the drawer fronts.The control panel can be alignedwith the drawer fronts of the kitchencabinets by adjusting the spacerbars.

Using an 8 mm socket, turn the nutclockwise or counterclockwise untilthe spacers reach the requiredheight.

If necessary, individual (or all)spacer bars can be removed.

Adjustment range:from 4 1/2" (112 mm) (control panelwithout spacer bars)to 5 3/4" (145 mm) (control panel withfour spacer bars).

In special circumstances a fifth spacerbar (optional accessory) can be used toincrease the panel height to 6" (154 mm).

After adjusting the control panelheight, cut off the plastic screw ex-cess.

5. Installing the custom door panel.

A custom door panel matching the kit-chen cabinetry can be installed on thedishwasher by using the providedbracket.Length: 21" - 25 3/4" (53.3 - 65.4 cm)Width: 23 1/2" (59.8 cm)

Note: The maximum panel length isonly applicable when no spacer barsare used.

If a Stainless Steel panel is being used,please follow the separate installationinstructions included with the panel.

After panel installation, see Step 6 “Ad-justing the door springs”.

Proceed as follows:

Measure the distance (X) betweenthe lower mounting hole on the dish-washer front door (see inset arrow)and the lower edge of the neighbor-ing cabinet door.


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Place the door panel on a flat sur-face, good side face down, takingcare not to scratch the surface.Make certain that the bottom of thepanel is closest to you.

Using a pencil, lightly draw a center-line from top to bottom.

Using the previous measurement,draw a horizontal line “X” inchesabove the bottom of the panel.

Important: Make certain the line drawnusing measurement “X” is located atwhat will be the bottom of the panelwhen it is attached to the dishwasher.

The mounting bracket is marked inthe middle A. Lay the bracket on therear side of the door front so that themark A in the middle of the bracketaligns with the vertical guide line,and the lower holes of the bracketare centrally positioned in the hori-zontal guide line (see illustration).Use strips of adhesive tape to holdthe bracket in this position.

Mark and drill pilot holes for thescrews using a 3/32" (2.5 mm) drill bit.

Attach the bracket to the panel usingthe 4 screws provided.

Double check the location of thebracket before mounting the panel tothe dishwasher.

Attaching the panel.

Pull the dishwasher out from underthe countertop about 4" (10 cm). If the dishwasher is installed at theend of the kitchen cabinets: Pull themachine out as far as is necessaryto reach the 4 locking screws lo-cated on the edge of the door.

Attach the panel to the dishwasherby aligning the bracket tabs with theslots on the door.

Straighten the panel and lock it intoplace by tightening the 2 lockingscrews on each edge of the door.

Use the provided caps to plug thelocking screw access holes.

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6. Adjusting the door springs.The door springs are adjusted correctlywhen a half opened door remains inthat position when released.

If the door drops down, the springsneed to be tightened.If the door closes, the springs need tobe loosened.

The adjusting screw is located in theupper front strip, on the left hand sideof the dishwasher.

Open the dishwasher door.

Adjust the door springs to the cor-rect balance:– turn clockwise to tightened– turn counterclockwise to loosen.

7.Securing the dishwasher to the countertop.

To ensure the stability of the dish-washer, it must be attached to thecountertop after it has been positioned.


Using the screws provided, fastenthe dishwasher to the countertopthrough the two holes located on theupper rim.

The weight of the machine must besupported by the legs, not thecountertop fastening screws. If securing the top takes the weightoff of the legs, extend the legs further until they are tight againstthe floor.

Do not drill any additional holesthrough any portion of the washcabinet. If in doubt about how to se-cure the dishwasher, please call theMiele Service Department.


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If the edge of the countertop is too nar-row, or the machine is being installedunder a cut out area, use the securingbracket provided.

Pull the dishwasher out from underthe countertop about 4" (10 cm).

Position the securing bracket.

Push the dishwasher back into theopening, and secure it through thehole in the bracket.

For Corian® or granite countertops,fasten the dishwasher to the adjacentcabinets as follows:

For openings greater than 23 5/8"(60 cm) wide:

Pull the dishwasher 4" (10 cm) out ofits opening.

Insert the tab of each optional mount-ing bracket into the guide hole ontop of the dishwasher, and thenswing it to the right or left as re-quired.

Push the dishwasher back into its open-ing, align and fasten it to the adjacentcabinets using 2 screws for eachbracket.


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For openings 23 5/8" (60 cm) wide:

Open the dishwasher door andremove the caps covering the mount-ing holes on the outer edge of thewash chamber.

Fasten the dishwasher to the ad-jacent cabinets using the suppliedscrews and bushings. Make sure abushing is placed over the screw be-fore inserting it into its mounting hole.

Tighten the screws and replace thecaps.

The side mounting holes shouldonly be used for securing thedishwasher if the opening is23 5/8" (60 cm) wide. Use of thismethod on larger openings willdamage the machine and causeleaks.

8. Installing the toekick.For kitchens utilizing one continuoustoekick

To prevent damaging the frontpanel, and before installing the toe-kick, measurements must be takento ensure that the toekick will not in-terfere with the complete opening ofthe dishwasher door.

The panel overhang (P), and toekickdepth of recess (R), determine the maxi-mum dishwasher toekick height (H).

If the panel contacts the toekick whilethe dishwasher door is being opened,the dishwasher toekick must be cutshorter or recessed deeper.

If (H) is equal to or less than the toekickheight of the adjoining cabinetry, no in-terference will exist, provided that (R) isat least 3/4".

Note: If a decorative or flush mount toe-kick is desired, and (R) is less than3/4", other modifications, such as beve-ling the top rear edge of the toekick,may be adequate.


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For kitchens utilizing a non-continuoustoekick

The included toekick will fit withoutmodification when:– The machine is set to its maximum

height (legs fully extended), and– the toekick is recessed as far as

possible (4 ").

If the machine height is less than maxi-mum, or if the toekick is recessed lessthan 4 ", the toekick must be shortened(see following page).

After installation, carefully open thedishwasher door to check that thefront panel does not hit the toekick.If it does, remove the toekick and trimit accordingly.

Adjusting the toekick recess.

To adjust the depth (recess) of thetoekick, release the tension on thespring clips as shown, and push themounting brackets in as far aspossible.


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Trimming the toeckick

The rear of the toekick has two cuttinglines.

Screw the toekick onto the installedbrackets, with the cutting lines to-wards the top, and pull out evenlyuntil it aligns with the toekick of theadjoining cabinets.

The toekick cannot be pushed backin. It must be unscrewed, so that thetension on the spring clips can be released. The brackets can then bepushed in, and the toekick re-attached.

Carefully open the dishwasher dooruntil it hits the toekick.

Using the front lower edge of thedoor panel as a guide, draw a lineacross the toekick.

Unscrew and remove the toekick.

If one of the cutting lines is close tothe line just drawn, score the front ofthe toekick, and snap off the excess,or, trim the toekick along the lineusing a saw.

Screw the toekick back onto thebrackets, with the cut edge at thebottom.

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Electrical connectionIt is the responsibility and obligationof the customer to ensure that theelectrical and plumbing installationis carried out by a qualified installerin compliance with national andlocal codes and ordinances.

Disconnect the appliance from thepower supply before servicing the ma-chine by pulling the plug or turning offthe circuit breaker.

Specifications.

Power Supply: 120 VAC, 60 Hz

Rated Load: 12.5 A / 1500 W

Circuit breaker:15 AMPS

The unit is equipped with a 5 ft (1.5 m)power supply cord for connection to a120 V, 15 AMP grounded receptacle.

Using an outlet:

It is recommended that the poweroutlet for the appliance be installedin a cabinet or on a wall adjacent tothe undercounter space in which theappliance itself will be located. Anopening through the partition be-tween the compartments of 1" to1 1/2" (3 to 4 cm) can be made toallow the plug to pass through.

Make certain that there are no roughedges that could damage the powercord. If metal cabinets are used,place the supplied rubber grommetaround the edge of the opening be-fore passing the cable through.

Exercise care when pulling the dish-washer in or out, so as not to dam-age the power cord or hoses.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS.

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BEPROPERLY GROUNDED.

In the event of a malfunction, ground-ing reduces the risk of electric shockby providing a path of least resistancefor the electric current. This applianceis equipped with a cord that has agrounding conductor and plug. Theplug must be connected to an appropri-ate outlet that has been installed andgrounded in accordance with all localand national codes and regulations.

DANGER - Improper installationof the electrical outlet or im-proper grounding can result inthe risk of electric shock. Checkwith a qualified electrician if youare in doubt as to whether the ap-pliance is properly grounded. Donot modify the plug provided withthe appliance. If it will not fit theoutlet, have the correct outlet in-stalled by a qualified electrician.

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Permanent Connection (Hard Wiring).

For hard wiring, the power cord mustbe disconnected from the terminal boxlocated at the lower left front of the dish-washer, behind the toekick and servicepanel. Pass the permanent power sup-ply cable through the strain relief andsecure it to the terminal box.

Connect:

L1 (Black) to L on terminal block

N (White) to N on terminal block

GRND To ground connector

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS.

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BEPROPERLY GROUNDED.

Warning.Hardwiring the dishwashershould only be done if requiredby local electrical codes, andthen in a manner consistent withthose codes. Do not cut the plugoff the power supply cord andconnect it directly to the housewiring.

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PlumbingIt is the responsibility and obligationof the customer to ensure that theelectrical and plumbing installationis carried out by a qualified installerin compliance with national andlocal codes and ordinances.

All dishwashers that carry the followingblue and white sticker are designed toshut off the water and drain the washchamber in the rare event of an internalwater valve failure.In order for this function to be active,the door must be shut, the machinemust be “ON”, and the Program knobmust be in the “STOP” position.

Hot water supply specifications:

Recommended temperature: 120°F(49°C)

Maximum temperature: 140°F (60°C)

Water pressure: 14.5 - 145 psi (0.3 - 10 bar)

An air gap is built into the water inletsystem to prevent potable water mixingwith waste water.

Hot water connection.

New plumbing:

The water inlet hose comes equippedwith a 3/4" female hose thread connec-tor. This can be directly connected to ashut off valve with 3/4" male hosethread ends. It is preferable that the hose assem-bly be installed vertically so the hoseexits from the bottom of the valvebox.If this is not possible, it can be installedhoizontally, provided the hose exit re-mains beneath the main body of thebox (see illustration). (The “lightningbolt” should be above the “arrow” whenthe installation is complete).The valvebox should also be installed so that it isat least 8" (24 cm) above the floor (orbase of the cabinet), and so the excesscoiled hose will remain lower than thebox at all points.

A 2" x 4" (60 x 115 mm) cutout in eitherthe side or bottom of the cabinet adjoin-ing the dishwasher is necessary if thevalve box needs to be passed through.

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The water pressure must be between4.5 and 145 psi (0.3 and 10 bar). If the water pressure is too low the ma-chine may not take in enough water inthe alloted time and the “Water Intake” in-dicator lamp will flash. If this occurs, thewater intake time can be increased (see“Problem solving guide”). If the water pressure is too high, a press-ure reducer must be installed.

Existing plumbing:

If the standard 3/8" copper plumbing fora dishwasher already exists with a com-pression fitting and valve as pictured:

Cut the 3/8" copper tubing after thevalve.Install the 3/8" compression to 3/4"MHT (Male Hose Thread) adapter(supplied with the machine), as illus-trated.Connect the inlet hose to the existingvalve/adapter assembly.

Electrical wiring and componentsshould not come into contact withany plumbing fixtures or hoses.

Do not, under any circumstances,cut the intake hose. If the hose iscut, the dishwasher will not work,you will have a water leak and youcould be injured. If the hose is toolong, coil it neatly and place it be-hind the machine.

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Drain system specifications:

The machine comes equipped with:

– A 5 ft. long (1.5 m) flexible drainhose with an internal diameter of 7/8"(22 mm).

– A built-in swivel connector whichallows the drain hose to be routed inany direction.

– A built in non-return valve on the dis-charge side to prevent waste waterfrom flowing back into the dish-washer.

– A built-in odor trap on the dischargeside to prevent odors from enteringthe kitchen.

Maximum drain height: 3 ft (1 m)

Maximum drain hose length: 12 ft (3.5 m)

Do not shorten the drain hose.

Electrical wiring and componentsshould not come into contact withany plumbing fixtures or hoses.

IMPORTANT:The dishwasher should be con-nected directly to the drain line.

Drain connection:

D = 24 " (60 cm) (nominal)

Connect the supplied drain hose to thedrain pipe of the kitchen sink either:

A - above the trap using the clamp pro-vided, or

B - to the dishwasher connector of thegarbage disposal.

When connecting the drain hose tothe garbage disposal, make sure toremove the knockout from the con-nection nipple. (See disposal manu-facturers instructions for this proce-dure.)

A sample of a correct water and draininstallation of a dishwasher is shown.

A hose that attaches to a sink spraycan burst if it is installed on thesame water line as the dishwasher.If your sink has one, it is recom-mended that the hose be discon-nected and the hole plugged.

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Venting the drainage system

Only if the dishwasher drain hose isconnected to a floor drain or to adrain pipe that is below the level ofthe lower baskets wheels, the drainmust be vented; otherwise the water in-side of the dishwasher may siphon outduring the course of a wash program.

Vent the drain:


Cut off the vent cap located at theright rear of the dishwasher, behindthe filters, as illustrated

Additional note.

Since all Miele dishwashers areequipped with an odor trap and non-re-turn valve, the drain hose can be con-nected directly to the drain pipe as illus-trated.

If plumbing codes require an externalair gap on the discharge side of thedishwasher, the following requirementsmust be met:

– No part of the drain hose should behigher than 39" (1 mm).

– If installed horizontally, the drainhose can be up to 12 ft. (3.5 m) long.If the drain hose is angled upwardsin any way, it cannot be longer than5 ft. (1.5 m).

– The drain connection should bemade as close as possible to thedishwasher.

– The internal diameter (7/8" or 22 mm)of the drain hose should not be re-duced at any point.

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Technical DataHeight 33 1/8" (84 cm) adjustable to 35" (89 cm)

Width 23 1/2 " (59.8 cm)

Width of opening 23 5/8" (60 cm)

Depth 22 1/2" (57 cm) U and i models

Depth with door open 47 1/2" (120.5 cm) U and i models

Voltage 110/120 V AC

Rated load 12.5 A / 1500 W

Fuse rating 15 A

Water pressure 4.5 - 145 psi (0,3 - 10 bar)

Hot water connection 120°F (49°C ) (max 140°F (60°C))

Drain height 3 ft (1 m) maximum

Drain length 12 ft (3.5 m) maximum

Power cord length approx. 5 ft (1.5 m)

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