Miele G 6160 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 in‐
stalled and used for the first time.
en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 09 867 830HG05

Contents
2
Guide to the appliance........................................................................................... 5
Appliance overview.................................................................................................. 5
Control panel............................................................................................................ 6
Warning and Safety instructions .......................................................................... 7
Caring for the environment ................................................................................. 16
Disposal of the packing material............................................................................ 16
Disposing of your old appliance ............................................................................ 16
Energy-saving dishwashing ................................................................................... 17
Before using for the first time............................................................................. 18
Opening the door................................................................................................... 18
Closing the door .................................................................................................... 18
Water softener........................................................................................................ 19
Displaying and setting the water hardness....................................................... 20
Before using the appliance for the first time, you require:..................................... 22
Dishwasher salt...................................................................................................... 22
Filling the salt reservoir..................................................................................... 23
Salt indicator..................................................................................................... 24
Rinse aid ................................................................................................................ 25
Adding rinse aid................................................................................................ 25
Rinse aid indicator ............................................................................................ 26
Setting the rinse aid dosage............................................................................. 27
Loading the dishwasher ...................................................................................... 28
Notes...................................................................................................................... 28
Upper basket ......................................................................................................... 30
Adjusting the upper basket............................................................................... 31
Lower basket ......................................................................................................... 32
Cutlery.................................................................................................................... 34
3D cutlery tray (depending on model)............................................................... 34
Cutlery basket (depending on model)............................................................... 35
Loading examples.................................................................................................. 36
Dishwashers with cutlery tray........................................................................... 36
Dishwashers with cutlery basket ...................................................................... 38
Comparison tests................................................................................................. 40
Capacity................................................................................................................. 41
Capacity................................................................................................................. 44
Operation .............................................................................................................. 46
Detergent ............................................................................................................... 46
Adding detergent .............................................................................................. 48

Contents
3
Switching on .......................................................................................................... 49
Selecting a programme.......................................................................................... 49
Starting the programme......................................................................................... 50
Display ................................................................................................................... 50
Energy management.............................................................................................. 51
At the end of the programme................................................................................. 51
Switching off .......................................................................................................... 52
Unloading the dishwasher ..................................................................................... 52
Interrupting a programme ...................................................................................... 53
Changing a programme ......................................................................................... 53
Programme options ............................................................................................. 54
Short ................................................................................................................ 54
DetergentAgent...................................................................................................... 54
Switching off the refill indicators............................................................................ 55
Delay start.............................................................................................................. 56
Buzzer tones .......................................................................................................... 58
Adjust Sensor wash ............................................................................................... 59
Optimise standby................................................................................................... 60
Factory default settings.......................................................................................... 61
Programme chart ................................................................................................. 62
Cleaning and care................................................................................................ 66
Cleaning the wash cabinet..................................................................................... 66
Cleaning the door and the door seal ..................................................................... 66
Cleaning the control panel..................................................................................... 66
Cleaning the reflector panel................................................................................... 66
Cleaning the door front.......................................................................................... 67
Checking the filters in the wash cabinet................................................................ 68
Cleaning the filters ................................................................................................. 68
Cleaning the spray arms ........................................................................................ 70
Problem solving guide ......................................................................................... 71
Technical problems................................................................................................ 71
Water inlet fault ...................................................................................................... 73
Water drainage fault............................................................................................... 74
General problems................................................................................................... 75
Noises .................................................................................................................... 76
Unsatisfactory washing result................................................................................ 77
Maintenance......................................................................................................... 80
Cleaning the water inlet filter ................................................................................. 80
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve ..................................................... 81

Contents
4
After sales service ............................................................................................... 82
Repairs................................................................................................................... 82
Warranty................................................................................................................. 82
Optional accessories........................................................................................... 83
Electrical connection........................................................................................... 85
Water connection................................................................................................. 86
The Miele Waterproof system ................................................................................ 86
Connection to the water supply............................................................................. 86
Drainage................................................................................................................. 87
Technical data ...................................................................................................... 88

Guide to the appliance
5
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 dis‐
penser
lSalt reservoir

Guide to the appliance
6
Control panel
aIn-operation indicator light
bProgramme selection
cDisplay
dCheck/Refill indicators
eDelay start button with indicator
light
fShort button with indicator light
gProgramme selector button 
hOn/Off button 
These operating instructions apply to several different dishwasher models with
different heights.
The specific dishwasher models are referred to as follows:
Standard = 80.5 cm high dishwashers (integrated)
and 84.5 cm high dishwashers (freestanding)
XXL = 84.5 cm high dishwashers (integrated)

Warning and Safety instructions
7
This dishwasher complies with current safety requirements. Inap‐
propriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to
property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the dishwasher,
please read the installation plan and the operating instructions
carefully before it is installed and used for the first time. They con‐
tain important information on its installation, safety, use and main‐
tenance.
Keep the installation plan and the operating instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any future owner.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compli‐
ance with this information.

Warning and Safety instructions
8
Correct application
This appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similar
environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed & breakfasts
and other typical living quarters. This does not include common/
shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels, motels or bed
& breakfasts.
This dishwasher is not suitable for outdoor use.
It must only be used as specified in these operating instructions
for cleaning domestic crockery and cutlery. Any other usage is not
supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including chil‐
dren) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervi‐
sion or instruction concerning its use by a person responsible for
their safety, and are able to recognise the dangers of misuse.

Warning and Safety instructions
9
Safety with children
Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.
Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has
been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely, rec‐
ognising the dangers of misuse.
Cleaning work may only be carried out by older children under the
supervision of an adult.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance. Keep small children away from the appliance at
all times to avoid the risk of injury. There is the risk that children may
lock themselves in the dishwasher.
Danger of suffocation! Children may be able to wrap themselves
in packing material or pull it over their heads with the risk of suffoca‐
tion. Keep children away from any packing material.
Keep detergent and other household agents out of the reach of
children at all times. Dishwasher detergents contain irritants 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 de‐
tergent residues in the cabinet. Seek medical advice immediately if
your child has swallowed or inhaled detergent, e.g. Poisons Informa‐
tion Centre (Australia) or National Poisons Centre (NZ).

Warning and Safety instructions
10
Technical safety
Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be danger‐
ous. Installation, maintenance work and repairs to electrical applian‐
ces must only be carried out by a Miele approved service technician.
Before installation, check the dishwasher for visible signs of dam‐
age. Under no circumstances should you use a damaged dishwash‐
er. A damaged dishwasher could be dangerous.
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 elec‐
trical system in the house should be checked by a qualified electri‐
cian.
Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
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 is installed so that it can be discon‐
nected from the electricity supply at any time.
There must be no electrical sockets behind the dishwasher. Dan‐
ger of overheating and fire risk if the dishwasher were to be pushed
up against a plug.
The dishwasher must not be installed under a cooktop. The high
radiant temperatures which are sometimes generated by a cooktop
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.
To avoid the risk of damage to the dishwasher, make sure that the
connection data on the data plate (fuse rating, voltage and frequen‐
cy) matches the mains electricity supply before connecting the dish‐
washer to the mains. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt.