Miele G 5266 User manual

Operating instructions
Dishwasher
Always read the operating instructions and the installation sheet
before setting up, installing, and commissioning the appliance. This
prevents both personal injury and damage to the machine.
en-CA M.-Nr. 11 848 180HG07

Contents
3
Warnings and safety instructions .................................................................... 6
Notes on the operating instructions................................................................ 15
Notes on the layout ............................................................................................. 15
Items included ................................................................................................... 16
Guide to the appliance...................................................................................... 17
Machine overview................................................................................................ 17
Control field......................................................................................................... 18
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 19
Initial commissioning ........................................................................................ 20
Opening the door ................................................................................................ 20
Closing the door.................................................................................................. 20
Water softener ..................................................................................................... 21
Displaying and setting the water hardness level ............................................ 22
Reactivation salt.................................................................................................. 23
Filling the salt reservoir................................................................................... 24
Refilling the salt .............................................................................................. 25
Rinse aid.............................................................................................................. 26
Adding rinse aid ............................................................................................. 27
Filling the rinse aid reservoir........................................................................... 27
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 29
Energy-saving dishwashing................................................................................. 29
Loading the dishwasher.................................................................................... 30
General information............................................................................................. 30
Loading examples ............................................................................................... 32
Upper basket....................................................................................................... 34
Adjusting the upper basket ................................................................................. 36
Lower basket....................................................................................................... 37
Cutlery tray/cutlery basket (depending on model) ............................................ 38
Loading the 3D MultiFlex Tray........................................................................ 38
Loading the cutlery basket............................................................................. 39
Detergent ........................................................................................................... 40
Active ingredients ............................................................................................... 40
Detergent dispensing .......................................................................................... 41
Adding detergent................................................................................................. 42
Operation............................................................................................................ 43
Turning on the dishwasher .................................................................................. 43

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Selecting a program ............................................................................................ 43
Display of program cycle time............................................................................. 44
Starting a program .............................................................................................. 44
End of program.................................................................................................... 45
Energy management ........................................................................................... 45
Turning off the dishwasher .................................................................................. 46
Unloading the dishwasher................................................................................... 46
Interrupting a program......................................................................................... 47
Cancelling or changing a program ...................................................................... 47
Options ............................................................................................................... 48
Timer .............................................................................................................. 48
Program overview ............................................................................................. 50
Program options................................................................................................ 52
Express........................................................................................................... 52
Buzzers................................................................................................................ 53
AutoOpen ............................................................................................................ 54
Turning off the refill reminders ............................................................................. 55
Extra clean........................................................................................................... 56
Extra Dry.............................................................................................................. 57
Factory default settings....................................................................................... 58
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 59
Cleaning the wash cabinet .................................................................................. 59
Cleaning the door and the door seal................................................................... 60
Cleaning the control panel .................................................................................. 60
Cleaning the appliance front ............................................................................... 60
Cleaning the spray arms...................................................................................... 61
Checking the filters in the wash cabinet ............................................................. 64
Cleaning the filters............................................................................................... 64
Cleaning the drain pump..................................................................................... 66
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 68
Technical problems ............................................................................................. 68
Fault messages ................................................................................................... 69
Door release ........................................................................................................ 70
Water intake fault................................................................................................. 71
Water drainage fault ............................................................................................ 72
General dishwasher problems............................................................................. 73
Noises.................................................................................................................. 74
Poor cleaning results........................................................................................... 75

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Technical Service............................................................................................... 79
Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 79
EPREL database ................................................................................................. 79
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 79
Optional accessories ........................................................................................ 80
Installation.......................................................................................................... 82
Water intake ........................................................................................................ 82
Water drainage .................................................................................................... 84
Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 86
Sound emission testing .................................................................................... 88

Warnings and safety instructions
6
This dishwasher complies with all current local and national safety
requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal
injury and material damage.
Please observe the installation sheet and read the operating
instructions carefully before setting up the dishwasher and using it
for the first time. They both contain important information on the
installation, safety, use, and maintenance of the machine. This
prevents both personal injury and damage to the dishwasher.
In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and
strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in the
section on installing the dishwasher as well as the safety
instructions and warnings.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-
compliance with these instructions.
Keep the installation sheet and the operating instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any future owner.

Warnings and safety instructions
7
Correct application
 This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and
similar residential environments.
 This dishwasher is not suitable for outdoor use.
 This dishwasher is intended for use at altitudes of up to 4,000m
above sea level.
 This dishwasher must only be used for cleaning domestic
dishware and cutlery. All other types of use are not permitted.
 This dishwasher is not intended for use by people with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision and instruction
concerning its use by a person responsible for their safety. They may
only use the dishwasher without supervision if they have been
shown how to use it in a safe manner. They must be able to
recognize and understand the possible consequences of incorrect
operation.

Warnings and safety instructions
8
Safety with children
 Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the
dishwasher unless they are constantly supervised.
 Children aged 8 and older may only use the dishwasher without
supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe manner.
Children must be able to understand and recognize the possible
dangers caused by incorrect operation.
 Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance.
 Children should be supervised in the vicinity of the dishwasher.
Never allow children to play with the dishwasher. There is a danger
that children might shut themselves in the dishwasher.
 If the automatic door opening mechanism is active (depending on
the model), keep young children away from the area in which the
dishwasher door opens. There is a danger of injury in the unlikely
event of a fault with the opening mechanism.
 Danger of suffocation. While playing, children may become
entangled in packaging material (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it
over their head, presenting the risk of suffocation. Keep packaging
material away from children.
 Keep children away from detergents. Detergents cause severe
skin burns and severe eye damage. They can cause burning in the
mouth and throat, or inhibit breathing. It is therefore important to
keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open.
Detergent residues could still be present in the machine. Seek
medical advice immediately if a child has swallowed or inhaled any
detergents.

Warnings and safety instructions
9
Technical safety
 Unauthorized installation, maintenance, and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance, and
repairs must only be carried out by a qualified technician.
 Damage to the dishwasher can compromise your safety. Before
using the dishwasher and in particular following transport, check it
for any visible damage. Never use a damaged dishwasher.
 The electrical safety of the dishwasher can only be guaranteed
when correctly grounded. It is most important that this basic safety
requirement is fulfilled. If in doubt, the electrical installation should
be checked by a qualified electrician.
Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate
or lack of grounding system (e.g., electric shock).
 Reliable and safe operation of this dishwasher can only be
assured if it has been connected to the domestic electricity supply.
 If the dishwasher is plugged into the domestic electricity supply
using a 3-pin plug with a grounding contact (it must not be hard-
wired), the electrical socket must be easily accessible after the
dishwasher is installed so that it can be disconnected from the
domestic electricity supply at any time.
 There must be no electrical sockets behind the dishwasher
because the building-in niche may be too small. Danger of
overheating and fire risk if the dishwasher were to be pushed up
against a plug.
 The dishwasher must not be installed underneath a cooktop. The
high temperatures radiated by cooktops could damage the
dishwasher below. For the same reason, the dishwasher must not be
installed next to open fires or other appliances that give off heat,
such as heaters etc., not normally found in a kitchen.

Warnings and safety instructions
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 Ensure that the connection data on the dishwasher’s data plate
(fuse rating, frequency, and voltage) match the domestic electricity
supply. This data must correspond in order to avoid the risk of
damage to the dishwasher. Compare these before connecting the
appliance to the electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified
electrician.
 Do not connect the dishwasher to the domestic electricity supply
until it has been fully installed and any adjustments have been made
to the door springs.
 The dishwasher may only be operated if the door opening
mechanism is working correctly. Otherwise there could be a risk of
danger while the automatic door opening mechanism (depending on
the model) is active.
To check that the door opening mechanism is working correctly:
- The door springs must be evenly adjusted on both sides. They are
correctly adjusted when the door remains stationary when left half
open (approx. 45° opening angle). It is also important that the
door cannot fall open.
- The door locking pins automatically retract when the door opens
at the end of the drying phase.
 Multi-socket adapters and extension leads do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (risk of fire). Do not connect the
dishwasher to the domestic electricity supply using a power bar or
an extension cord.
 The dishwasher must not be used in a non-stationary location
(e.g., on a ship).
 Do not install the dishwasher in a room where there is a risk of
frost. Frozen hoses are at risk of tearing or bursting. The reliability of
the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below
freezing point.
 To avoid any damage to the dishwasher, it must only be operated
when it is connected to a fully vented plumbing system.