Miele HG05 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 880HG05

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Contents
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Guide to the appliance........................................................................................... 6
Guide to the appliance............................................................................................. 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 dishwashing ................................................................................... 19
EcoFeedback consumption indicator .................................................................... 20
Before using for the first time............................................................................. 21
Opening the door................................................................................................... 21
Closing the door .................................................................................................... 22
Safety lock ............................................................................................................. 22
Basic settings......................................................................................................... 23
Before using the appliance for the first time, you require:..................................... 25
Dishwasher salt...................................................................................................... 25
Filling the salt reservoir..................................................................................... 26
Add salt reminder.............................................................................................. 27
Rinse aid ................................................................................................................ 28
Adding rinse aid................................................................................................ 28
Add rinse aid reminder...................................................................................... 29
Loading the dishwasher ...................................................................................... 30
Notes...................................................................................................................... 30
Upper basket ......................................................................................................... 32
Adjusting the upper basket............................................................................... 34
Lower basket ......................................................................................................... 35
Cutlery.................................................................................................................... 38
3D cutlery tray (depending on model)............................................................... 38
Loading examples.................................................................................................. 39
Dishwashers with cutlery tray........................................................................... 39
Comparison tests................................................................................................. 41
Capacity................................................................................................................. 42
Capacity................................................................................................................. 45
Operation .............................................................................................................. 47
Detergent ............................................................................................................... 47
Adding detergent .............................................................................................. 49
Switching on .......................................................................................................... 50

Contents
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Selecting a programme.......................................................................................... 50
Starting the programme......................................................................................... 51
Display ................................................................................................................... 51
Energy management.............................................................................................. 52
At the end of the programme................................................................................. 52
Switching off .......................................................................................................... 53
Unloading the dishwasher ..................................................................................... 53
Interrupting a programme ...................................................................................... 54
Changing a programme ......................................................................................... 54
Programme options ............................................................................................. 55
Extras ..................................................................................................................... 55
DetergentAgent...................................................................................................... 56
Delay start with EcoStart ....................................................................................... 57
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 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 ...................................................................................................... 72
Water drainage fault............................................................................................... 73
General problems................................................................................................... 74
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
Warranty................................................................................................................. 82
Optional accessories........................................................................................... 83
Electrical connection........................................................................................... 85

Contents
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Water connection................................................................................................. 86
The Miele Waterproof system ................................................................................ 86
Connection to the water supply............................................................................. 86
Drainage................................................................................................................. 88
Technical data ...................................................................................................... 89
Settings menu ...................................................................................................... 90
Opening the Settings menu ................................................................................... 90
Language ............................................................................................................ 90
Time of day ............................................................................................................ 91
Date........................................................................................................................ 91
Water hardness...................................................................................................... 92
Rinse aid ................................................................................................................ 93
Consumption (EcoFeedback)................................................................................. 93
Sensor wash .......................................................................................................... 94
AutoOpen............................................................................................................... 94
BrilliantLight ........................................................................................................... 94
Check filters ........................................................................................................... 95
Change main menu................................................................................................ 95
Save extras ............................................................................................................ 95
System lock ........................................................................................................... 96
Temperature ........................................................................................................... 96
Brightness.............................................................................................................. 96
Volume ................................................................................................................... 97
Memory.................................................................................................................. 98
Version info ............................................................................................................ 98
EcoStart ................................................................................................................. 99
Showroom programme ........................................................................................ 101
Factory default settings........................................................................................ 101
Closing the Settings menu................................................................................... 101

Guide to the appliance
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Guide to the appliance
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
iRinse aid reservoir
jDual compartment detergent dis‐
penser
kSalt reservoir

Guide to the appliance
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Control panel
aOn/Off sensor 
For switching the dishwasher on and
off.
bInformation sensor 
For displaying additional information
about the option in the display.
cSensor controls
For selecting the option marked with
a dash listed next to the sensor.
For altering values displayed.
For navigating to other menu
screens.
The sensor controls light up when
active.
dDisplay
See "Display" for further information.
eBack sensor 
For navigating back to the previous
menu or deleting values which have
been set previously.
fStart sensor
For starting the selected programme.
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)

Guide to the appliance
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Display
General
The display is used to select or set the
following:
– the programme
– any Extras
– the Delay start function
– the Settings menu
– information
The display can show the following:
– the programme name
– the stage the programme is at
– the current time of day and the date
– 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 sensors during this
time.
To switch the dishwasher back on
again, press the sensor.
A dash in the display next to a sensor
indicates that a function can be selec‐
ted with that sensor. The relevant sen‐
sor lights up.
The scroll bar on the right of the dis‐
play indicates that more options or
more text are available which can be
displayed by touching the relevant illu‐
minated sensor.
A dotted line will appear under the last
option available.
Touch the sensor next to OK to confirm
a message or setting and also to move
to the next menu or another menu level.
A tick will appear beside the option
which is currently selected.
To exit a sub-menu, touch the sen‐
sor.
If you do not press any of the sensors
for several seconds, the display will re‐
turn to the previous menu level. You
may need to enter your settings again.
The Settings menu is used to alter
the dishwasher's electronics to suit
different requirements (see "Settings
menu").

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 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
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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.