User manual MIELE W 2209I

[. . . ] Operating instructions for Washing machine W 2209i To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. G M. -Nr. 06 240 450 Caring for our environment Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure they are offered for recycling. Disposal of your old appliance or machine Electrical and electronic appliances / machines often contain materials which, if handled or disposed of incorrectly, could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment. [. . . ] Instructions for use and recommended amounts for a full load are given on the detergent packaging. Liquid detergent Liquid detergent should be dispensed using a ball provided by the manufacturer for programmes without a pre-wash. For programmes with a pre-wash you will need to purchase a special container from the Miele Spare Parts department which sits in the main wash compartment j of the detergent dispenser drawer. Add liquid detergent to this container for the main wash and to compartment i for the pre-wash. 30 The right amount to dispense will depend on the following: ­ The quantity of laundry. Check with your local water supplier if you do not know the water hardness level in your area. Water softeners A water softener can be used to cut down on the use of detergents in extremely hard water areas. Miele do not recommend connecting the machine to a household water softener. Washing with several components If you wash using several components (e. g. special application detergents), dispense them into compartment j in the following order: 1. Stain remover This way the agents are distributed more efficiently. Detergent Fabric conditioners and liquid starch Fabric conditioners make garments soft to handle and help prevent static cling when tumble drying. Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry at the end of a programme If starching frequently, the dispenser compartment and especially the siphon tube and conditioner channel will need regular cleaning to remove any residual starch. Do not add starch formulations or viscous liquid starch to the § compartment as it will clog it up. Adding fabric conditioner separately ^ Add fabric conditioner to compartment §. Adding starch separately Use the separate Starch programme when using starch formulations or viscous liquid starch. ^ Prepare and measure the starch in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. ^ Press the Start button. ^ Add the fabric conditioner or liquid starch to compartment §. The conditioner or liquid starch is automatically dispensed in the last rinse. At the end of the programme a small amount of water remains in the fabric conditioner compartment §. Colour run and dye removers/ dyes ^ Do not use colour run or dye removers in this washing machine. However, please note that the salt used in the dyeing process can cause corrosion to stainless steel components in the machine if you dye frequently. Always observe the manufacturer's instructions carefully. 31 Cleaning and care , Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply and withdraw the plug from the socket before cleaning the machine. Extra cleaning Carry out a hot wash (70°C or above) with powder detergent approx. These can occur when washing is mainly done at low temperatures, and also lead to unpleasant smells. If you have no reason to wash occasionally at this high temperature, then run a Cottons 95°C programme with detergent but no laundry at regular intervals. , The washing machine must not be hosed down. External casing and fascia panel ^ Clean the casing with a mild non-abrasive cleaning agent or soap and water using a well wrung-out cloth. ^ The drum can be cleaned using a suitable proprietary stainless-steel cleaning agent following the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging. Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Remove detergent residues regularly. , Do not use solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners or all-purpose cleaning agents. [. . . ] 1 = Gentle action is activated F Press the Start button to change from one to the other. The setting you have selected is now stored in memory and will remain so until you alter it. 66 Programmable functions Top-up rinse for Cottons When this is activated, additional water flows into the drum at the end of the main wash to cool the suds down. Top-up rinse takes place when temperatures of 95°C and 75°C are selected. Top-up rinse should be activated: ­ to prevent the danger of scalding if the drain hose is hooked over the edge of a sink or basin. [. . . ]