User manual MIELE W1203

[. . . ] Operating instructions Washer W 1203 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. UV M. -Nr. 31 The door will not open when the "Door" button is pressed. 48 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS , WARNING - To reduce the risk of Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned, washed, soaked or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable substances. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. [. . . ] Press down on the red release lever and pull the drawer out of the machine. ^ Clean the siphon tube. 23 Washer care Cleaning the water inlet filters The washer has two water inlet filters to protect each inlet valve. These filters should be checked every 6 months and cleaned, if necessary. (This may need to be performed more frequently with some water supplies). , Inspect the hose regularly. The hose must be in good condition to withstand high water pressure. The hose should be replaced if there are cracks in the surface, or if it has been otherwise damaged or cut. Cleaning the inlet hose filter ^ Turn off the water valve. Cleaning the filter in the inlet valve ^ Using a wrench, carefully loosen and remove the plastic hose connector on the inlet valve. ^ Using needle nose pliers, remove the plastic filter (see illustration). Both filters must be put back in place after cleaning. ^ Unscrew the inlet hose from the valve by turning the connector counterclockwise using a wrench, if necessary. ^ Using needle nose pliers, grasp the plastic filter, 2, and pull it out of the hose connector. ^ Clean the filter under running water and carefully remove any large particles. ^ Slowly turn on the valve and check for leaks. 24 Washer care Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap Occasionally, small objects (buttons, coins, etc. ) may become trapped in the lint trap. If the machine does not drain completely, the lint trap should be checked to ensure that it is free of foreign objects. If the main drain hose is clogged, water will be retained in the machine (a maximum amount of 6. 5 gal [25 l]). , Caution: If laundry has been washed at a high temperature, the water draining out of the machine will still be hot!Allow it to cool before proceeding. ^ Turn the lint trap lid counterclockwise. About 2 quarts of water will drain out of the hose. ^ To clean the lint trap, remove the tool from behind the detergent dispenser drawer. If additional water remains in the machine, tighten the lint trap lid and empty the container. Repeat this procedure as often as necessary. ^ Open the access panel. 25 Washer care Once the flow of water stops: ^ Remove the lint trap lid. ^ Remove any foreign objects or lint from the filter. ^ Check that the impeller (in the back of the chamber) rotates freely by spinning with your hand. ^ Return the lint trap and tighten into place. , If the lint trap lid is not tightened securely, water will leak out when the machine is used. 26 Quick Guide Remove this guide for easy reference Please read all instructions, especially the "Important Safety Instructions", before using the washer. Quick Guide 1. Check the "Program guide", to determine which program is best for the load being washed. Select wash options (if needed) ^ Turn on the washer using the "On/Off" button. ^ Open the drum door using the "Door" button. Make sure clothes will not be caught by the door. ^ Press the upper button until the indicator of the desired wash option lights. ^ The lower button selects the wash option "Sensitive". Quick Guide 5. [. . . ] If the machine is being connected only to a cold water supply, both the hot and cold water intake hoses must be attached to the cold water valve through the use of a Y adapter (available at a hardware store). Both hoses must be connected to a water source, or the machine will not function properly. If the water pressure is greater that 145 psi (10 bar), a pressure reducer must be installed. If the water pressure is below 15 psi (1 bar), there will not be enough water available for a complete fill. [. . . ]