User manual MIELE W1926

[. . . ] Operating Instructions for the W 1926 Washing Machine To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these Operating Instructions before installation or use. ö M. -Nr. 43 2 Guide to the machine Guide to the machine 1 Supply cable 2 High pressure intake hoses 3 Flexible drain hose, with detachable swivel elbow 4 Detergent dispenser drawer 5 Control panel 6 Drum door 7 Access panel for lint filter and drain pump 8 Four height adjustable legs 3 Guide to the machine Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment i - for the pre-wash. Compartment p (with lid) - for fabric softener or starch. b "Delay start" button. d "Door" button; opens the drum door. f Pushbuttons for additional functions. [. . . ] ^ Place a 2 quart (2l) capacity container underneath the drain tube. ^ Turn the lint trap lid counterclockwise 2 - 3 times. If the main drain hose is clogged, more water will be retained in the machine (max. In this case, tighten the lint trap lid and empty the dish before repeating the procedure as often as necessary. Caution: If laundry has been washed at a high temperature, the water draining out of the machine will still be hot!Stop and allow it to cool before proceeding. To clean the lint trap, remove the tool from behind the detergent dispenser drawer. ^ Open the lint trap door. 22 Cleaning and care ^ Once the flow of water stops, remove the lint trap and clean it. ^ Clean the inside of the lint trap housing. ^ Turn the drain pump impeller (in the back of the chamber) by hand to check that it rotates freely. Remove any detergent deposits or foreign objects from the thread of the filter housing and filter unit before replacing the lint trap. 23 Cleaning and care Cleaning the water inlet filters. The washing machine has two water inlet filters to protect each inlet valve. ^ Carefully unscrew the inlet hose from the valve by turning the connector counterclockwise using a wrench if necessary. The hose should be replaced if there are small cracks in the surface, or if it has been otherwise damaged or cut. If a replacement is necessary, use only a genuine Miele inlet hose as other hoses may burst under pressure. To clean 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, grasp the plastic filter 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. ^ Using needle nose pliers, withdraw the plastic filter by pulling on the bar (see illustration). The two filters - one at the pressure hose/valve connection and one at the inlet connection to the solenoid valve - must not be removed. 24 Problem solving guide Problem solving guide Any work done on the electrical components of this appliance should only be performed by a qualified technician in accordance with all local and national codes and regulations. Unauthorized repairs may result in personal injury and machine damage. What to do if, . The "Check indicator lamps are flashing? Check that. . : ­ the door is properly closed. ­ Turn the program seThere is power and the lector to the "Finish / "ON" indicator lamp is on, but the program selector Start" position. " The "Check p" indicator ­ The inlet valve is not opened far enough. The "Check q" indicator ­ Clean the drain pump and lint trap. (max drain height = 4 feet) 25 Problem solving guide What to do if, . the "Pre-wash", "Main wash" or "Rinse 1-2" indicator lamp is flashing? Cause . The "ON" indicator activated, and the prooriginally selected. [. . . ] For example, if the Program Selector is moved to a different setting or an additional function is selected after the first three minutes, the "On" lamp will flash, notifying you that the Child Safety Feature has been activated. This prevents children from inadvertently changing or stopping a wash program by playing with the dials. If the Program Selector is turned to its original position, the "On" lamp will stop flashing. To change a program once the Program Lock is activated: ^ Turn the Program Selector to "Finish/Start". [. . . ]