Miele G 6860 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 sheet before it is in-
stalled and used for the first time.
en-GB M.-Nr. 10 384 670HG05

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Contents
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Guide to the appliance.......................................................................................... 6
Overview.................................................................................................................. 6
Control panel........................................................................................................... 7
Display..................................................................................................................... 8
Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... 9
Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 18
Disposal of the packing material ........................................................................... 18
Disposing of your old appliance............................................................................ 18
Energy saving washing.......................................................................................... 19
EcoFeedback consumption indicator.................................................................... 20
Before using for the first time ............................................................................ 21
Opening the door .................................................................................................. 21
Closing the door.................................................................................................... 21
Basic settings........................................................................................................ 22
Before using the appliance for the first time, you require: .................................... 24
Dishwasher salt ..................................................................................................... 24
Adding salt ....................................................................................................... 25
Add salt reminder .............................................................................................26
Rinse aid................................................................................................................ 27
Adding rinse aid ...............................................................................................27
Add rinse aid reminder ..................................................................................... 28
Loading the dishwasher...................................................................................... 29
Notes ..................................................................................................................... 29
FlexAssist .............................................................................................................. 31
Upper basket......................................................................................................... 31
Adjusting the upper basket .............................................................................. 34
Lower basket......................................................................................................... 35
Cutlery ................................................................................................................... 38
3D Cutlery tray + (depending on model) .......................................................... 38
Cutlery basket (depending on model) .............................................................. 40
Loading examples ................................................................................................. 41
Dishwashers with cutlery tray........................................................................... 41
Dishwashers with cutlery basket ..................................................................... 43
Operation.............................................................................................................. 45
Detergent............................................................................................................... 45
Adding detergent.............................................................................................. 47
Switching on.......................................................................................................... 48
Selecting a programme ......................................................................................... 48
Starting the programme ........................................................................................ 49

Contents
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Time display .......................................................................................................... 49
Energy management ............................................................................................. 50
At the end of the programme ................................................................................ 50
Switching off.......................................................................................................... 51
Unloading the dishwasher..................................................................................... 51
Interrupting a programme...................................................................................... 52
Changing a programme......................................................................................... 52
Programme options............................................................................................. 53
Options.................................................................................................................. 53
FlexiTimer .............................................................................................................. 54
Heat exchanger ..................................................................................................... 58
DetergentAgent ..................................................................................................... 59
Programme chart ................................................................................................ 60
Further programmes ........................................................................................ 64
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 65
Cleaning the wash cabinet .................................................................................... 65
Cleaning the door and the door seal..................................................................... 65
Cleaning the control panel .................................................................................... 65
Cleaning the reflector panel .................................................................................. 65
Cleaning the door front ......................................................................................... 66
Checking the filters in the wash cabinet ............................................................... 67
Cleaning the filters................................................................................................. 67
Cleaning the spray arms........................................................................................ 69
Problem solving guide ........................................................................................ 70
Technical problems ............................................................................................... 70
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
After sales service............................................................................................... 82
Repairs .................................................................................................................. 82
Guarantee.............................................................................................................. 82
Note for test institutes ........................................................................................... 82
Optional accessories .......................................................................................... 83

Contents
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Miele@home......................................................................................................... 85
Electrical connection .......................................................................................... 88
Plumbing .............................................................................................................. 89
The Miele waterproof anti-leak system ................................................................. 89
Connection to the water supply ............................................................................ 89
Drainage ................................................................................................................ 91
Technical data...................................................................................................... 92
Technical data ....................................................................................................... 92
Settings menu...................................................................................................... 93
Open the Settings menu ....................................................................................... 93
Language ........................................................................................................... 94
Time of day............................................................................................................ 94
Water hardness ..................................................................................................... 95
Rinse aid................................................................................................................ 96
Consumption (EcoFeedback) ................................................................................ 96
EcoStart................................................................................................................. 97
Networking ............................................................................................................ 99
Miele@home .......................................................................................................... 99
Soak .................................................................................................................... 103
Pre-wash ............................................................................................................. 103
Brightness ........................................................................................................... 103
Volume................................................................................................................. 104
Memory ............................................................................................................... 104
Refill reminders.................................................................................................... 105
Check filters ........................................................................................................ 105
Automatic ............................................................................................................ 105
AutoOpen ............................................................................................................ 105
Optimise standby ................................................................................................ 106
BrilliantLight......................................................................................................... 106
Heat exchanger ................................................................................................... 106
Software version.................................................................................................. 107
Showroom programme........................................................................................ 107
Factory default..................................................................................................... 107
To close the Settings menu ................................................................................. 107

Guide to the appliance
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Overview
aUpper spray arm (not visible)
bCutlery tray (depending on model)
cUpper basket
dMiddle spray arm
eHeat exchanger (depending on
model)
fLower spray arm
gFilter combination
hData plate
iRinse aid reservoir
jDual compartment detergent dis-
penser
kSalt reservoir
lIn-operation indicator light

Guide to the appliance
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Control panel
aIn-operation indicator light
bProgrammes
cOption buttons with indicator lights
dArrow buttons
ebutton (FlexiTimer) with indicator
light
fOKbutton
gDisplay
hProgramme selector button 
iOn/Off button 
This instruction book applies to several different dishwasher models.
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).

Guide to the appliance
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Display
General
The display is used to select or set the
following:
– the programme
– the FlexiTimer (Delay start)
– the Settings menu
The display can show the following:
– the stage the programme is at
– the estimated time left for the pro-
gramme to run
– the energy and water consumption
(EcoFeedback)
– any relevant fault messages and in-
formation
To save energy, the dishwasher
switches off after a few minutes if you
do not press any buttons during this
time.
To switch the dishwasher back on
again, press the  button.
Settings menu
The Settings menu is used to alter the
dishwasher's electronics to suit differ-
ent requirements. You access the Set-
tings menu by pressing a specific but-
ton combination (see "Settings menu").
The arrows in the display indicate fur-
ther options. You can use the  arrow
buttons next to the display, as appropri-
ate, to select these further options.
The OK button is used to confirm a
message or setting and also to move to
the next menu or another level.
The option which is selected will have a
tick  next to it.
To exit a sub-menu, use the  arrow
buttons to select the Back  option in
the display and confirm your choice
with OK.
If you do not press any of the buttons
for several seconds, the display with re-
turn to the previous level. You may need
to enter your settings again.

Warning and Safety instructions
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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 sheet 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 sheet 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-compliance
with this information.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct application
 This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and
similar working and residential environments.
 The dishwasher is not intended for outdoor use.
 It must only be used as a domestic appliance 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.
 The appliance can only be used by people with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been shown how to use
it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of
incorrect operation.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Safety with children
 Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appli-
ance unless they are constantly supervised.
 Children 8 years and older may only use the dishwasher unsuper-
vised if they have been shown how to use it safely and recognise
and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
 Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance
unsupervised.
 Please supervise children in the vicinity of the dishwasher and do
not let them play with it. There is a danger that children playing might
shut themselves in the dishwasher.
 If the automatic door opening mechanism (depending on model) is
active keep young children away from the area in which the door
opens. Danger of injury in the unlikely event of a fault with the open-
ing mechanism.
 Danger of suffocation. Packaging, e.g. plastic wrappings, must be
kept out of the reach of babies and children. Whilst playing, children
could become entangled in packaging or pull it over their head and
suffocate.
 Keep children away from detergents. Dishwasher detergents 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. Seek
medical attention immediately if your child has swallowed or inhaled
detergent.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Technical safety
 Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance and re-
pairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician.
 A damaged dishwasher is dangerous. Check it for any recognis-
able damage. Never install or attempt to use a damaged appliance.
 The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety re-
quirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the electrical installa-
tion tested by a qualified electrician.
Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
 Reliable and safe operation of this dishwasher can only be as-
sured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
 The dishwasher must only be plugged into the electricity supply
via a suitable switched socket using a suitable fused plug (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 electricity supply at any time.
 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 radi-
ant temperatures which are sometimes generated by a hob could
damage the dishwasher. For the same reason it should not be in-
stalled 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 fre-
quency) match the mains electricity supply before connecting the
dishwasher to the mains. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 Do not connect the dishwasher to the mains supply until it has
been fully installed and any adjustment has been made to the door
springs.
 The dishwasher may only be operated if the door opening mech-
anism is working correctly. Otherwise there could be a risk of danger
whilst the automatic door opening mechanism (depending on model)
is active.
To check that the door opening mechanism is working correctly:
– the door springs must be adjusted equally 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.
 Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a
multi-socket adapter or an extension lead. These do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance (fire hazard).
 The appliance 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 may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic
control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point.
 To avoid any damage to the appliance, the dishwasher must only
be operated when it is connected to a fully vented plumbing system.
 The plastic housing of the water connection contains an electrical
component. It must not be dipped in water.
 There are electrical wires in the water inlet hose. Do not shorten
the water inlet hose, even if it is too long.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 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 it can be seen that this is necessary.
– the stopcock is turned off during longer absences from the home
(e.g. whilst on holiday).
The Waterproof system will work even if the appliance is switched
off. However, the appliance must remain connected to the electricity
supply.
 The water pressure (flow pressure at the take-off point) must be
between 50 and 1000kPa (0.5 and 10bar).
 If the dishwasher gets damaged, switch it off at the mains imme-
diately and call your Miele Dealer or the Miele Service Department.
 While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be un-
dertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the
guarantee is invalidated.
 Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genu-
ine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components
must only be replaced by Miele spare parts.
 During installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance
must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply (switch it off
and withdraw the plug from the socket).
 If the connection cable is damaged it must be replaced with a
special cable of the same type (available from Miele). For safety reas-
ons this work must be carried out by a Miele authorised service
technician only.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 This dishwasher is supplied with a special lamp to cope with par-
ticular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical resistance,
abrasion resistance and vibration). This special lamp must only be
used for the purpose it is intended for. It is not suitable for room
lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele authorised
person or the Miele Service Department.
Correct installation
 The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance
with the installation sheet supplied.
 Take care, both before and during installation of the dish-
washer, not to cut yourself on the metal parts. Danger of in-
jury. Wear protective gloves.
 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-un-
der ("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.
 The door springs must be adjusted equally 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 appliance may only be used with correctly adjusted door
springs.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct use
 Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion.
 Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher deter-
gents can cause burning in the nose, mouth and throat if swallowed,
or inhibit breathing. Seek medical attention immediately if detergent
has been swallowed or inhaled.
 You could injure yourself on the open dishwasher door or trip over
it. Avoid leaving the door open unnecessarily.
 Do not sit or lean on the opened door. This could cause the dish-
washer to tip and be damaged, and you could get injured.
 Dishes can be very hot at the end of the programme. Allow them
to cool until they are comfortable enough to handle before unload-
ing.
 Only use detergent and rinse aid formulated for domestic dish-
washers. Do not use washing-up liquid.
 Do not use commercial or industrial detergents as these may
cause damage, and there is a risk of a severe explosive chemical re-
action (such as an explosive oxyhydrogen gas reaction).
 Do not fill the rinse aid reservoir with powder or liquid detergent.
This will cause serious damage to the reservoir.
 Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir with powder or liquid dish-
washer 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.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 In an appliance with a cutlery basket (depending on model), cut-
lery 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 should not
be cleaned in the dishwasher. The high temperatures in the dish-
washer may cause them to melt or lose shape.
 If you use the "FlexiTimer/Delay start" option (depending on
model), make sure that the dispenser is dry before adding detergent.
Wipe dry if necessary. Detergent will clog if poured into a damp dis-
penser and may not be thoroughly dispersed.
 Please observe the information given in "Technical data" regarding
the capacity of the dishwasher.
Accessories
 Only use genuine original Miele accessories and spare parts with
this appliance. Using accessories or spare parts from other manu-
facturers will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept liab-
ility.
Disposal of your old dishwasher
 Make the door lock inoperative so that children cannot accident-
ally shut themselves in. Make appropriate arrangements for the dis-
posal of the appliance.

Caring for the environment
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Disposal of the packing mater-
ial
The packaging is designed to protect
the appliance from damage during
transportation. The packaging materials
used are selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and should be recycled.
The packaging consists of the following
materials:
Outer packaging:
– Corrugated cardboard made from up
to 100% recyclable material:
or: Polyethylene (PE) shrink wrap
– Polypropylene (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
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the manufactur-
ing process and also reduces the
amount of waste in landfill sites.
Disposing of your old appli-
ance
Electrical and electronic appliances of-
ten contain valuable materials. They
also contain materials which, if handled
or disposed of incorrectly, could be po-
tentially 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 com-
munity waste collection / recycling
centre or contact your dealer for advice.
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 appli-
ance are labelled with international
standard symbols.

Caring for the environment
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Energy saving washing
This dishwasher is exceptionally eco-
nomical in its use of water and electri-
city.
You can make the most of your appli-
ance 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 ECO programme (depend-
ing on model) for energy-saving dish-
washing. This programme is the most
efficient in terms of its combined en-
ergy and water consumption at clean-
ing normally soiled crockery.
– If your dishwasher is connected to a
hot water supply select the SolarSave
programme for washing a lightly to
normally soiled load. Because the
water is not heated in this pro-
gramme, crockery may still be slightly
damper at the end of this programme
than it would be with other pro-
grammes.
– Follow the detergent manufacturer's
recommendations on detergent
dosage.
– When using powder or liquid deter-
gent you can use 1/3 less detergent if
baskets are only half full.

Caring for the environment
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EcoFeedback consumption in-
dicator
The Consumption function is used for
calling up information about the energy
and water consumption of your dish-
washer (see "Settings menu, Consump-
tion").
Three different types of information can
be displayed:
– an estimate of the consumption be-
fore the programme begins
– the actual consumption at the end of
the programme
– the total consumption of the dish-
washer
1. Consumption estimate:
After a programme has been selected,
first the name of the programme and
after a few seconds the estimated en-
ergy and water consumption will appear
in the display.
The estimated consumption levels will
be displayed as a bar chart. The more
bars () in the display, the more en-
ergy or water will be used.
The values are influenced by the pro-
gramme selected and any programme
options selected.
The display will change automatically to
show the time remaining.
The consumption indicator is switched
on as standard. However, you can also
switch the indicator off (see "Settings
menu, Consumption").
2. Actual consumption
At the end of the programme you can
call up the actual amount of energy and
water used by the programme which
has just been run.
Open the door at the end of the pro-
gramme.
Press OK when the Consumption (OK)
message appears in the display.
Switching the dishwasher off at the
end of the programme will delete the
actual consumption values for the
programme which has just been run.
3. "Consumption" setting
The Consumption setting gives a total of
the energy and water which has been
used in all previous dishwasher pro-
grammes (see "Settings menu, Con-
sumption").