Miele G1574 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. 07 600 660
en - AUS, NZ

Guide to the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Appliance overview .................................................5
Control panel ......................................................6
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Disposal of the packing material ......................................12
Disposal of your old appliance .......................................12
Energy saving washing .............................................13
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
To open the door ..................................................14
To close the door ..................................................14
Water softener ....................................................15
To programme the water hardness level .............................16
To call up the water hardness level in the display.........................17
Before using the appliance for the first time, you require:...................18
Filling the salt reservoir .............................................18
Insufficient salt indication ...........................................19
Rinse aid ........................................................20
Adding rinse aid ..................................................20
Rinse aid indicator .................................................21
Setting the rinse aid dosage .........................................22
Loading the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Items not suitable for dishwashers: ....................................24
Upper basket .....................................................25
Hinged cup rack ................................................25
Positioning rail (depending on model) ...............................25
Support rail (depending on model) ..................................26
Adjusting the upper basket .......................................27
Lower basket .....................................................28
Hinged spikes..................................................28
Removable spiked insert .........................................29
Bottle holder (depending on model).................................29
Cutlery ..........................................................30
Cutlery tray (depending on model)..................................30
Cutlery basket (depending on model) ...............................31
Contents
2

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Detergent ........................................................32
Adding detergent..................................................34
Switching on .....................................................35
Selecting a programme .............................................35
Starting a programme ..............................................35
Time display......................................................36
Glass care indicator................................................36
At the end of a programme ..........................................36
Switching off .....................................................37
Unloading the dishwasher ...........................................37
Interrupting a programme ...........................................38
Changing a programme ............................................38
Additional functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Turbo/Tab .......................................................39
Delay start .......................................................40
Buzzer ..........................................................42
Factory default setting ..............................................43
Adjust Sensor wash ................................................44
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Cleaning the wash cabinet ..........................................45
Cleaning the door and the door seal ...................................45
Cleaning the reflector panel .........................................45
Cleaning the control panel and door front...............................46
Checking the filters in the wash cabinet ................................47
Cleaning the filters .................................................47
Cleaning the spray arms ............................................49
Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Technical problems ................................................50
The dishwasher does not fill/drain .....................................52
General problems .................................................53
Noises ..........................................................55
Unsatisfactory washing result ........................................56
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Cleaning the water inlet filter .........................................59
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve...........................60
Contents
3

Comparison tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
G 1XXX..........................................................66
G 2XXX..........................................................68
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Repairs .......................................................70
Future updates .................................................70
Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Plumbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
The Miele waterproof anti-leak system .................................73
Connection to the water supply .......................................73
Drainage ........................................................74
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Contents
4

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
5

Control panel
aTime display
bDelay start button ,
with indicator light
c"Turbo/Combi tabs" button
dCheck/Refill indicators
eGlass care indicator
fProgrammes
gProgramme selector button
hOn button Uwith indicator light
iOff button V
jIn-operation indicator light
This instruction book applies to several different dishwasher models.
The specific dishwasher models below are referred to as follows:
G 1574, G 1584 etc. = G 1XXX
G 2574, G 2584 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
6

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 cause harm.
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 given instruction concerning
its use 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
7

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 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.
~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
8

~This equipment 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 it can be seen that this is
necessary.
–The tap 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 Chartered Agent or the
Miele Customer Contact Centre.
~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 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
9

Installation
~The dishwasher must be installed
and connected in compliance with the
installation instructions.
~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
10

~Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir
with powder or liquid dishwasher
detergent will damage the water
softener. Make sure you have bought
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 (see "Filling
the salt reservoir").
~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
11

Disposal of the packing
material
The packing material protects the dryer
from transport damages. The transport
and protective packing has been
selected from materials which are
environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally be recycled.
The packaging consists of the following
materials:
Outer packaging:
–Corrugated cardboard made from up
to 100% recyclable material:
or: Polyethylene (PE) protective 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
offered for recycling.
Disposal of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic machines
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.
Therefore, please do not dispose of it
with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection/recycling
centre or contact you dealer for advice.
Ensure that it presents no danger to
children while being stored for
disposal. You can also contact your
Chartered Agent for advice.
It should be unplugged or
disconnected from the mains electricity
supply by a competent person.
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
12

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:
^If your household water system is
suitable, this dishwasher can be
connected to a hot water supply for
further economies. If the water is
heated by for example, solar panels,
this would be energy efficient.
However, if your water is heated by
electricity we would recommend
connection to cold water.
^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 Normal programme for
energy-saving dishwashing.
^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
13

To open the door
^Pull the handle.
If the door is opened during operation
all functions are automatically
interrupted.
To close the door
^Push the baskets right in.
^Then lift the door upwards and push
until it clicks into position.
Before using for the first time
14

Water softener
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 water softener.
–The water softener requires
dishwasher salt.
If you use combination products
which have salt in them, such as
"3 in 1" or "4 in 1" products in your
dishwasher, you should still add salt
in order to achieve optimum results.
– The dishwasher must be
programmed for the water hardness
in your area.
– Your local water authority will be able
to advise you of the water hardness
level in your area.
Where the water hardness fluctuates
e.g. between 1.4 - 3.1 mmol/l (8 - 17 °d
German scale) always programme the
dishwasher to the higher value
(3.1 mmol/l in this example).
In the event of a fault, it will help the
service technician if you know the
hardness of your local water supply.
^Enter the water hardness below:
mmol/l or °d
The dishwasher is programmed at
the factory for a water hardness level
of 0.2 mmol/l (1 °d).
If this setting corresponds to the
hardness of your water you do not need
to do anything more.
If your water is harder or softer, you will
need to programme the water hardness
level. See following section.
Before using for the first time
15

To programme the water hardness
level
Each time a button is pressed, one of
the indicator lights will flash and light
up in the control panel. However, only
the indicator lights mentioned in the
following programming process stages
are significant.
The programming procedure can be
cancelled at any time by pressing the
Off button V. The procedure can
then be re-started from the beginning
again.
^Switch the dishwasher off using the
Off button V.
^Press the programme selector button
in, and whilst holding it in switch
the dishwasher on using the On
button U.
Keep the programme selector button
pressed in for at least four seconds
until the lower right hand programme
indicator comes on.
If this does not happen, start the
procedure from the beginning again.
^Press the Turbo/Tab button twice.
The Tab indicator light will flash briefly
twice at intervals.
The characters "p1" will flash one after
the other in the display.
This means that the water hardness
level has been set at 1 °d (0.2 mmol/l)
(factory setting).
The value which has been set for the
water hardness is shown as a figure
after the "p" in the display (see the
following chart).
Use the programme selector button to
select the value which corresponds to
your water hardness level.
Each press on the button moves you up
a level. When the highest water
hardness level is reached, the setting
starts from the beginning again.
^Switch the dishwasher off with the Off
button V.
Before using for the first time
16

°d
German
scale
mmol/l °f Value
displayed
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37-45
46-60
61-70
0.2
0.4
0.5
0.7
0.9
1.1
1.3
1.4
1.6
1.8
2.0
2.2
2.3
2.5
2.7
2.9
3.1
3.2
3.4
3.6
3.8
4.0
4.1
4.3
4.5
4.7
4.9
5.0
5.2
5.4
5.6
5.8
5.9
6.1
6.3
6.5
6.7-8.1
8.3-10.8
11.0-12.6
2
4
5
7
9
11
13
14
16
18
20
22
23
25
27
29
31
32
34
36
38
40
41
43
45
47
49
50
52
54
56
58
59
61
63
65
67-81
83-108
110-126
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
45
60
70
To call up the water hardness
level in the display
^Switch the dishwasher off with the Off
button V.
^Press the programme selector button
in, and whilst holding it in switch
the dishwasher on using the On
button U.
Keep the programme selector button
pressed in for at least four seconds
until the lower right hand programme
indicator comes on.
^Press the Turbo/Tab button twice.
The Tab indicator light will flash briefly
twice at intervals.
Characters will flash in sequence in the
display.
The figure(s) after the "p" is the value for
the water hardness level which has
been set (see chart).
^Switch the dishwasher off with the Off
button V.
Before using for the first time
17

Before using the appliance for
the first time, you require:
–Approx. 2 litres of water,
–Approx. 2 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.
Filling the salt reservoir
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
correctly. Selecting the Combi tabs
option reduces salt consumption to
between 1/3and 1/4of the normal
amount.
Important: Before filling the salt
reservoir with dishwasher salt for the
first time, you must fill it with
approx. 1 litre of water to enable the
salt to dissolve. Once the
dishwasher has been used, there is
always sufficient water in the
reservoir.
If the water in your area is very soft
and constantly lower than
0.7 mmol/l (4 °d) you do not need
to add salt.
The water softener must, however,
still be programmed to correspond
to the water hardness level in your
area.
,Inadvertently filling the salt
reservoir with powder or liquid
dishwasher detergent will damage
the water softener.
,Miele recommends using
specially designed dishwasher salt
to maximize the performance of your
dishwasher and to prevent build-up
of calcium and limescale in the
dishwasher cabinet, especially if you
live in hard water area.
Dishwasher salt can be purchased
online at www.miele-shop.com
(depending on country) or via the
Miele Spare Parts Department.
Before using for the first time
18

^Remove the lower basket and
unscrew the salt reservoir cap.
Water or saline solution will run out
of the reservoir when the cap is
removed. It should therefore only be
removed in order to refill the salt
reservoir.
^Fill the reservoir with approx. 2 litres
of water (first use only).
^Place the funnel provided over the
salt reservoir and carefully fill with
salt until the reservoir is full. The salt
reservoir holds approx. 2 kg of salt.
^Clean any excess salt from around
the reservoir opening and then screw
the cap on again firmly.
^Run the Quick wash programme im-
mediately (without any crockery in
the dishwasher, and without selecting
the "Turbo" extra option) to remove
any traces of salt from the cabinet.
Insufficient salt indication
^Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher
salt when the salt indicator light
comes on. (If it comes on during a
programme, wait until the end of the
programme).
After the reservoir has been filled, the
water softener is automatically
reactivated the next time the
dishwasher is run. The salt indicator
light may still be illuminated during this
process. It will go out once the salt
concentration has reached the correct
level.
The salt indicator is deactivated when
the dishwasher has been programmed
to a water hardness level below
0.7 mmol/l (4 °d).
,Run the Quick wash programme
immediately (without any crockery in
the dishwasher, and without
selecting the "Turbo" extra option) to
remove any traces of salt from the
cabinet.
Before using for the first time
19

Rinse aid
Rinse aid is necessary to ensure water
does not cling and leave marks on
crockery during the drying phase and
helps crockery dry faster after it has
been washed.
Rinse aid is poured into the storage
reservoir and the amount set is
dispensed automatically.
,Inadvertently filling the rinse aid
reservoir with powder or liquid
detergent will damage the reservoir.
Only pour rinse aid formulated for
domestic dishwashers into the
reservoir. Otherwise you will cause
serious damage to the reservoir.
Alternatively, it is possible to use
– household vinegar with a max. 5%
acid content
or
– liquid citric acid up to 10% acid
content.
The resulting rinsing and drying quality
will not, however, be as good as when
rinse aid is used.
,Do not use vinegar with a higher
acid content (e.g. vinegar essence
25% acid). This would damage the
dishwasher.
If you only ever use combination
products containing rinse aid in your
dishwasher, you do not need to add
rinse aid.
Adding rinse aid
^Press the button on the lid of the salt
reservoir in the direction of the arrow
until the flap springs open.
Before using for the first time
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