Miele G 1672 User manual

Operating instructions
for dishwashers
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance, it is
essential to read these instructions
as well as the installation plan before
it is installed and used for the
first time. M.-Nr. 07 502 400
en-GB

Guide to the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Appliance overview .................................................5
Control panel ......................................................6
Display ...........................................................7
Miele{home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Information is displayed via: ........................................8
Optional accessories .............................................8
The home of the future ............................................8
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Disposal of the packing material ......................................14
Disposal of your old appliance .......................................14
Energy saving washing .............................................15
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
To open the door ..................................................16
To close the door ..................................................16
Setting the language.............................................17
Clock display ..................................................17
Setting the time of day ...........................................18
Before using the appliance for the first time you require: ...................19
External water softening system ......................................19
Filling the salt reservoir .............................................19
"Insufficient salt" message ...........................................21
Rinse aid ........................................................22
Adding rinse aid ..................................................22
"Rinse aid low" message ............................................23
Loading the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Items not suitable for dishwashers: ....................................25
Upper basket .....................................................26
Removable spiked insert .........................................26
Hinged cup rack ................................................27
Positioning rail (depending on model) ...............................27
Support rail ....................................................28
Adjusting the upper basket .......................................29
Lower basket .....................................................30
Vario inserts ...................................................30
Bottle holder ...................................................31
Contents
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Cutlery ..........................................................32
Cutlery tray (depending on model)..................................32
Cutlery basket (depending on model) ...............................33
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Detergent ........................................................34
Adding detergent..................................................35
Switching on .....................................................36
Selecting a programme .............................................36
Select Extras .....................................................37
Starting a programme ..............................................38
Time display......................................................38
At the end of a programme ..........................................39
Switching off .....................................................39
Unloading the dishwasher ...........................................39
Interrupting a programme ...........................................39
Changing a programme ............................................40
Additional functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Delay start .......................................................41
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Cleaning the wash cabinet ..........................................43
Cleaning the door and the door seal ...................................43
Cleaning the reflector panel .........................................43
Cleaning the control panel and door front...............................44
Checking the filters in the wash cabinet ................................45
Cleaning the filters .................................................45
Cleaning the spray arms ............................................47
Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Technical problems ................................................48
The dishwasher does not fill/drain .....................................50
General problems .................................................52
Noises ..........................................................54
Unsatisfactory washing result ........................................55
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Cleaning the water inlet filter .........................................58
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve...........................59
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Contents
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After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Repairs .......................................................66
Future updates .................................................66
For testing institutes................................................66
Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Plumbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
The Miele waterproof anti-leak system .................................69
Connection to the water supply .......................................69
Drainage ........................................................70
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Settings menu !. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
To open the Settings !menu .........................................72
Language J......................................................73
Time ...........................................................73
Detergent type ....................................................74
Drying plus.......................................................75
Water hardness ...................................................75
External water softening system ......................................76
Rinse aid ........................................................76
Check filters ......................................................76
Adjust Sensor wash ................................................76
Change main menu ................................................77
Save extras ......................................................78
Temperature .....................................................78
Buzzer ..........................................................79
Keypad tone .....................................................80
Brightness .......................................................80
Memory .........................................................80
Showroom programme .............................................81
Factory default ....................................................81
To close the Settings !menu.........................................81
Contents
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Appliance overview
aUpper spray arm (not visible)
bCutlery tray (depending on model)
cUpper basket
dMiddle spray arm
eAir inlet for drying
(depending on model)
fLower spray arm
gFilter combination
hData plate
iIn-operation indicator light
jRinse aid reservoir
kDual compartment detergent
dispenser
lSalt reservoir
Guide to the appliance
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Control panel
aSelector buttons
For selecting the option displayed
next to them.
For altering the values displayed
(+/-).
For moving to other menus.
bDisplay
See next page for more information.
cClear button U
For returning to the previous menu or
deleting values which have been set
previously.
dDelay start button ,with indicator
light
For selecting the delay start function.
eInformation button :
For displaying additional information
about the option being displayed.
fOn button Uwith indicator light
For switching the dishwasher on.
gOff button V
For switching the dishwasher off.
hService interface
Used by service technicians to run
diagnostic checks on your
appliance, or to update
programming data in the future.
iIn-operation indicator light
Shows if a programme is running
when the door is shut.
jMiele<home
The appliance is compatible with the
Miele|home system.
This instruction book applies to several different dishwasher models.
The specific dishwasher models below are referred to as follows:
G 1672, G 1772, G 1872 etc. = G 1XXX
G 2672, G 2772, G 2872 etc. = G 2XXX
The model numbers G 1XXX and G 2XXX used in this book refer to the model
designation specified on the data plate of the appliance (and not the
description on the control panel).
The data plate is located at the top right hand side of the door.
Guide to the appliance
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Display
The display is used to select the
following:
–the programme
–extras
–the delay start time
–the Settings menu !
–information
During a programme, the display
shows the following:
– the name of the programme
– the current time of day
– the stage the programme is at
– the estimated time left for the
programme to run
– any relevant fault messages and
notes
To save energy, the display goes out
after a few minutes if you do not
press any buttons during this time.
Pressing any button will switch the
display back on again.
!
A dot in the display next to a selector
button indicates that a function can be
selected with that button.
n
The arrows on the right hand of the
display indicate that more options or
more text are available which can be
displayed by pressing the relevant
selector button.
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A dotted line will appear after the last
option available.
OK
The OK function is used to confirm a
message or setting, and also to move
to the next menu or to another level.
(
A tick will appear beside the option
which is currently selected.
The Settings menu !is used to alter
the dishwasher's electronics to suit
different requirements. See "Settings
menu" for more details.
Guide to the appliance
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Miele|home enabled appliances send information via the household wiring
network cto the master appliance d/eabout the operational status of the
appliances, as well as information about the progress of the programme.
These instructions are for a
communication enabled dishwasher b
that can be linked into the Miele|home
system via a communication module a
(optional accessory).
Information is displayed via:
– The SuperVision appliance d
The status of other appliances in the
system can be shown in the display
of the SuperVision appliance.
–InfoControl XIC 2100 e
Information transmitted from the
appliances can be displayed
accoustically and optically in a
mobile master unit in the vicinity of
the house.
You can use both of these at the same
time.
Optional accessories
– Required: Communication module
XKM 2000 SV a
– Optional: Mobile master unit
InfoControl XIC 2100 e
Both of these are supplied with their
own installation and operating
instructions.
The home of the future
The Miele|home system is capable of
expansion. In the future,
communication enabled appliances b
will be able to be operated via a PC or
a mobile phone.
Miele{home
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This appliance conforms to current
safety requirements. Inappropriate
use can, however, lead to personal
injury and damage to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the appliance, please
read these instructions carefully
before using it for the first time. They
contain important information on its
safety, use and maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any
future owner.
Correct application
~This dishwasher is intended
exclusively for cleaning domestic
crockery and cutlery in a domestic
household. Using it for purposes other
than those for which it was designed,
as well as any alterations or
conversions to the appliance, would be
unauthorised and could be dangerous.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for damage resulting from improper or
incorrect use of the appliance.
~This dishwasher is not intended for
use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they
are supervised whilst using it or they
have been shown how to use it
correctly by a person responsible for
their safety.
Safety with children
~This appliance is not a toy! To avoid
the risk of injury, keep children well
away and do not allow them to play in
or around the dishwasher, or to use the
controls. They will not understand the
potential dangers posed by it. They
should be supervised whenever you
are working in the kitchen. There is a
danger that children playing might shut
themselves in the dishwasher.
~Older children may only use the
dishwasher when its operation has
been clearly explained to them and
they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
~Keep children away from
detergents. Dishwasher detergents
contain irritant and corrosive
ingredients which can cause burning in
the mouth, nose and throat if
swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Keep
children away from the dishwasher
when the door is open. There could still
be detergent residues in the cabinet.
Consult a doctor immediately if your
child has swallowed or inhaled
detergent.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Technical safety
~Before setting up the appliance,
check it for any externally visible
damage. Under no circumstances
should you use a damaged appliance.
A damaged appliance could be
dangerous.
~The dishwasher must only be
plugged into the electricity supply via a
suitable switched socket. The electrical
socket must be easily accessible after
the dishwasher has been installed so
that it can be disconnected from the
electricity supply at any time. (See
"Electrical connection").
~There must be no electrical sockets
behind the dishwasher. Danger of
overheating and fire risk if the
dishwasher were to be pushed up
against a plug.
~The dishwasher must not be
installed under a hob. The high radiant
temperatures which are sometimes
generated by a hob could damage the
dishwasher. For the same reason it
should not be installed next to open
fires or other appliances which give off
heat, such as heaters etc.
~Do not connect the dishwasher to
the mains supply until it has been fully
installed.
~Before connecting the appliance,
check that the connection data on the
data plate (voltage and connected
load) match the mains electricity
supply. If in any doubt, consult a
qualified electrician.
~The electrical safety of this
appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it
and an effective earthing system. It is
most important that this basic safety
requirement is present and regularly
tested and where there is any doubt the
electrical system in the house should
be checked by a qualified electrician.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for the consequences of an inadequate
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
~Do not connect the appliance to the
mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket unit or an extension lead.
These do not guarantee the required
safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of
overheating).
Warning and Safety instructions
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~This appliance may only be installed
in mobile installations such as ships if a
risk assessment of the installation has
been carried out by a suitably qualified
engineer.
~The plastic housing of the water
connection contains an electrical
component. The housing must not be
dipped in water.
~There are live wires in the water inlet
hose. Never cut the water inlet hose,
even if it is too long.
~The integrated Waterproof System
offers protection from water damage,
provided the following conditions are
met:
– The dishwasher is correctly installed
and plumbed in.
– The dishwasher is properly
maintained and parts are replaced
where necessary.
– The stopcock has been turned off
when the appliance is not used for a
longer period of time (e.g. during
holidays).
The Waterproof system will work even if
the appliance is switched off. However,
the appliance must remain connected
to the electricity supply.
~A damaged appliance could be
dangerous. If the dishwasher gets
damaged, switch it off at the mains and
call your Miele Dealer or the Miele
Service Department.
~Unauthorised repairs could result in
unforeseen dangers for the user, for
which Miele cannot accept liability.
Repairs should only be undertaken by a
Miele approved service technician.
~Faulty components must only be
replaced by genuine Miele original
spare parts. The manufacturer can only
guarantee the safety of the appliance
when Miele replacement parts are
used.
~Always disconnect the dishwasher
from the electrical supply for
maintenance work (switch off at the wall
socket and remove the plug).
~If the connection cable is damaged
it must be replaced with a Miele cable
by a Miele approved service technician
only.
~In countries where there are areas
which may be subject to infestation by
cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the
appliance and its surroundings in a
clean condition at all times. Any
damage which may be caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be
covered by the guarantee.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Installation
~The dishwasher must be installed
and connected in compliance with the
installation diagram supplied.
~The dishwasher must be correctly
aligned to ensure problem-free
operation.
~In order to ensure stability,
built-under and integrated dishwashers
must only be installed under a
continuous worktop which is secured to
adjacent cabinetry.
~If you want to convert your
freestanding dishwasher to a
built-under ("U") model, you will need to
order the appropriate conversion kit. If
you remove the existing plinth, you
must replace it with a U-model plinth.
This is necessary to avoid the risk of
injury caused by protruding metal
parts.
Correct use
~Do not use solvents in the
dishwasher. Danger of explosion.
~Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher
detergent. Dishwasher detergents
contain irritant or corrosive ingredients
which can cause burning in the nose,
mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit
breathing. Consult a doctor immediate-
ly if detergent has been swallowed or
inhaled.
~Avoid leaving the door open
unnecessarily, as you could trip over it.
~Do not sit or lean on the opened
door. This could cause the dishwasher
to tip and be damaged, and you could
get injured.
~Only use detergent and rinse aid
formulated for domestic dishwashers.
Do not use washing-up liquid.
~Do not use commercial or industrial
detergents as these may cause
damage, and there is a risk of severe
chemical reaction.
~Do not fill the rinse aid reservoir with
powder or liquid detergent. This will
cause serious damage to the reservoir.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir
with powder or liquid dishwasher
detergent will damage the water
softener. Make sure you have picked
up the correct packet of dishwasher
salt before filling the salt reservoir!
~Please only use special coarse
grained dishwasher salt for reactivation,
as other salts may contain insoluble
additives which can impair the
functioning of the softener.
~In an appliance with a cutlery basket
(depending on model) cutlery is
cleaned and dried more efficiently if
placed in the basket with the handles
downwards. However, to avoid the risk
of injury, place knives and forks etc.
with the handles upwards.
~Plastic items which cannot withstand
being washed in hot water, such as
disposable plastic containers, or plastic
cutlery and crockery should not be
cleaned in the dishwasher. The high
temperatures in the dishwasher may
cause them to melt or lose shape.
~On models with "Delay start", make
sure that the dispenser is dry before
adding detergent. Wipe dry if
necessary. Detergent will clog if poured
into a damp dispenser and may not be
thoroughly dispersed.
Accessories
~Only use genuine Miele spare parts
and accessories with this appliance. If
spare parts or accessories from other
manufacturers are used, this will
invalidate the guarantee, and Miele
cannot accept liability.
Disposal of your old
dishwasher
~Make the door lock inoperative so
that children cannot accidentally shut
themselves in. Make appropriate
arrangements for the disposal of the
appliance.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning
and Safety instructions.
Warning and Safety instructions
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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.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation.
The packaging consists of the following
materials:
Outer packaging:
– Corrugated cardboard made from up
to 100% recyclable material:
or: Polyethylene (PE) shrink wrap
– Polyproplylene (PP) strapping
Inner packaging:
– Chlorine and fluorine free expanded
polystyrene (EPS)
–Base, lid frame and support battens
made from untreated natural wood
from renewable forests
–Polyethylene (PE) protective wrap
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure they are
recycled.
Disposal of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain materials which, if
handled or disposed of incorrectly,
could be potentially hazardous to
human health and to the environment.
They are, however, essential for the
correct functioning of your appliance.
Please do not therefore dispose of it
with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection/recycling
centre and ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
To enable sorting by type of plastic for
recycling, all plastic parts of the
appliance are labelled with international
standard symbols.
Caring for the environment
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Energy saving washing
This dishwasher is exceptionally
economical in its use of water and
electricity. You can make the most of
your appliance by following these tips:
^For most economical dishwashing
make full use of the baskets without
overloading the dishwasher.
^Choose the programme to suit the
type of crockery being washed and
the degree of soiling.
^Select the Energy save programme
for energy-saving dishwashing.
^If your household water system is
suitable, this dishwasher can be
connected to a hot water supply.
Select Without heater when
washing lightly to normally soiled
dishes.
The water will not be heated in this
programme. However, because the
water is not heated, drying results
may not match those of other
programmes.
^Follow the detergent manufacturer's
recommendations on detergent
dosage.
^When using powder or liquid
detergent you can use 1/3less
detergent if baskets are only half full.
Caring for the environment
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To open the door
At the end of programmes with a drying
phase (see "Programme chart"), the
door will open automatically a little in
order to help the drying process.
This function can be deactivated (see
Settings menu, Drying plus).
^Pull the handle.
If the door is opened during operation
all functions are automatically
interrupted.
,Keep the area around the door
free of obstructions.
To close the door
^Push the baskets right in.
^Then close the door firmly, making
sure that the catch engages.
The door will then close automatically.
,Do not put your hand inside the
door as it is closing: you may catch
your fingers. Danger of injury.
Before using for the first time
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Welcome screen
^Switch the dishwasher on with the On button U.
If the dishwasher is being switched on for the first time, the
welcome screen will appear.
Setting the language
The display will then change automatically to the screen for
setting the language.
}#eština Language Fe
}dansk
^Select the language you want and confirm this with OK.
A tick Lwill appear next to the language that has been set.
Clock display
The display will then change to the screen for setting the
clock display.
}12 h Clock Clock display
}24 h Clock OK }
^Select the clock display you require, and confirm this with
OK.
Before using for the first time
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Setting the time of day
The display will then change to the screen for setting the
time.
}+12 :00
}-Please set the time OK }
^Set the hours with +/- and confrim with OK.
Then set and confirm the minutes.
These settings will be saved in memory after the dishwasher
has been through one complete programme.
After you have confirmed the minute entry with OK, two
messages will appear in the display. The Insufficient salt
and Rinse aid low messages may also appear to remind you
to fill the salt and rinse aid reservoirs. See relevant sections
for how to do this.
After you have confirmed these messages with OK, the
display will change to show the main menu.
}Sensor wash Main menu r}Quick wash d40°C
You can now select a programme and start it, or switch the
dishwasher off.
Before using for the first time
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Miele branded products are available
from the Miele Spare Parts
Department or via the internet at
www.miele-shop.com.
Before using the appliance for
the first time you require:
–Approx. 1 kg dishwasher salt,
–Domestic dishwasher detergent,
–Rinse aid formulated for domestic
dishwashers.
Every dishwasher is tested at the
factory.
There will be residual water in the
appliance from this test. It is not an
indication that it has been used
previously.
This dishwasher is fitted with a water
softener sensor which automatically
sets the water softener unit for the
local water hardness level.
External water softening
system
If your dishwasher is connected to an
external water softening system which
uses salt to reactivate, you will still need
to programme the dishwasher to the
correct water hardness level to achieve
good cleaning results.
^Set the water softener unit of the
dishwasher to the water hardness
level of the water which is supplied
from the external water softening
system.
If you do not know what this is, then
set the value at 1.4 mmol/l (8 °d) (see
Settings menu !, External water
softening system).
Filling the salt reservoir
In order to achieve good cleaning
results, the dishwasher needs to
operate with soft water. Hard water
results in the build-up of calcium
deposits on crockery and in the
dishwasher.
Mains water with a hardness level
higher than 0.7 mmol/l (4°d – German
scale) needs to be softened. This takes
place automatically in the integrated
softener unit.
The softener unit is suitable for a water
hardness level of up to 12.6 mmol/l
(70 °d). It requires dishwasher salt.
If you use combination products
which have salt in them in your
dishwasher, such as "3 in 1" or
"4 in 1" products, you should still
add salt in order to achieve optimum
results and to ensure that the water
softener continues to function.
Selecting the Combi tabs option
reduces salt consumption to
between 1/3and 1/4of the normal
amount. (See Settings menu !,
Detergent type).
Before using for the first time
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You can check the water hardness level
measured by the water softener sensor
in the display (see Settings menu !,
Water hardness).
If the water in your area is very soft
and constantly lower than
0.7 mmol/l (4 °d - German scale)
you do not need to add salt. The
insufficient salt message will be
deactivated automatically.
,Inadvertently filling the salt
reservoir with powder or liquid
dishwasher detergent will damage
the water softener. Make sure you
have picked up the correct packet
of dishwasher salt before filling the
salt reservoir!
,Only use special coarse grained
dishwasher salt for reactivation. Do
not use other salts such as cooking
salt, agricultural grade or gritting
salt. These may contain insoluble
additives which can impair the
functioning of the water softener.
^When filling the salt reservoir only
open the door halfway to ensure
that all the salt gets into the reservoir.
^Press the button on the lid of the salt
reservoir in the direction of the arrow
until the flap springs open.
^Lift up the funnel.
Before using for the first time
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