User manual MIELE W1215

[. . . ] Operating instructions Washer W 1215 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use. UV M. -Nr. 32 The door will not open when the "Door" button is pressed. 50 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. [. . . ] Remove the siphon tube from the fabric softener compartment § and rinse under warm water. Replace the siphon tube. , Do not use chemical solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass or all purpose cleaners. These can damage plastic surfaces and other parts. ^ Pull out the detergent drawer as far as it will go. Press down on the red release lever and pull the drawer out of the machine. ^ Clean the siphon tube. 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. ^ To clean the lint trap, remove the tool from behind the detergent dispenser drawer. ^ Turn the lint trap lid counterclockwise. 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. Refer to the "Program guide" to determine which program is most suitable for the load being washed. Select wash options (if needed) ^ Turn on the washer using the "On/Off" button. ^ Open the drum door by 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. ^ Press the lower button to select the "Sensitive" wash option. Quick Guide 5. Select Delay Start (if needed) ^ Press the "Delay Start" button. ^ Press the "TEMP" and "SPIN" buttons until the indicator of the desired value lights. Activate the program lock (if necessary) ^ Hold the "START" button until the "Child Lock" indicator lights up. Unload the laundry ^ Open the drum door using the "Door" button. ^ Remove the laundry. ^ Place the recommended amount of detergent into the main wash compartment j. If "Heavy Soil" is selected, add 1/4 of the total amount of detergent to the i compartment. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]