User manual MIELE W 3364 WPS

[. . . ] Operating instructions for Washing machine W 3364 WPS 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. 06 750 500 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. [. . . ] The door cannot be opened, if: ­ the suds temperature is above 55°C. ­ the programme has reached the Final spin stage. 27 Detergent The correct detergent All modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable. Tablets are suitable for full loads but note that it may be impractical to reduce tablets for smaller loads. Some tablets do not dissolve as rapidly as others and may not be suitable for programmes with short durations. Do not use biological detergents on silk as the enzymes may damage the silk!Instructions for use and recommended amounts for a full load are given on the detergent packaging. 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. All purpose detergent for whites* Cottons Minimum iron Delicates Automatic Dark garments Shirts Denim Express Silks Woollens Separate rinse/ Starch X X X X X1) X X1) X Liquid detergent for machine-washable silk and woollens Liquid detergent for machine-washable woollens Liquid starch, starch formulations, viscous liquid starch, starch X X Detergent for coloured fabrics* X X X Detergent for delicates 1) Only use liquid detergent *Powder detergent, tablet detergent, liquid detergent and liquid tab detergent. 28 Detergent 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 hardness level in your area. Water softeners A water softener can be used to cut down on the use of detergents in 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), we recommend always dispensing the agents into compartment j in the following order: 1. Stain remover This way the agents are distributed more evenly. 29 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 powder starch formulations or viscous liquid starch to the § compartment as it will clog up. Adding fabric conditioner or starch separately ^ Dispense in accordance with manufacturer's instructions on the packaging. ^ Turn the programme selector to Separate rinse/Starch ^ Add the fabric conditioner or liquid starch to compartment §. At the end of the programme a small amount of water remains in the fabric conditioner compartment §. ^ Press the Start button. 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. 30 Cleaning and care , Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply and withdraw the plug from the socket before cleaning the machine. [. . . ] The setting you have selected is now stored in memory and will remain so until you alter it. 59 Programmable functions Suds cooling for Cottons When this is activated, additional water flows into the drum at the end of the main wash to cool the suds down. Suds cooling should be activated: ­ to prevent the danger of scalding if the drain hose is hooked over the edge of a sink or basin. The washing machine is delivered with the Suds cooling option for Cottons deactivated. Before you begin, first ensure that: ­ The washing machine is switched off. [. . . ]