Miele NOVOTRONIC G 851 SC Plus User manual

Operating instructions
Novotronic
G 851 SC Plus
To prevent accidents UV
and machine damage,
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 05 431 310

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
Caring for the environment
Energy saving washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
G ide to the dishwasher
Wash cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Before sing for the first time
To open the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
To close the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Child Safety Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Water softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Programming the water softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Checking the programmed water hardness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Salt indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Rinse aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Adding rinse aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Adjusting the dosage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Rinse aid indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Loading the dishwasher
Items not recommended for dishwashing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Cutlery tray (SC units) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Adjusting the upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Adjustable cup racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Coffee bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Lower basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Lower basket inserts
Removing an insert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Inserting an insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Foldable spike insert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
PlateGuard Plus insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Basket accessories
Contents
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Operation
Adding detergent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Running the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Program sequence indicator (14) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
At the end of a program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Interrupting a program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Changing a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Program guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Additional features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
"Top Solo" (15). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Extended drying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Freq ently asked q estions
After sales service
Transport
User Maintenance Instr ctions
Cleaning the filter in the wash cabinet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Cleaning the spray arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Cleaning the wash cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Cleaning the door and door seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Cleaning the exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Cleaning the water inlet filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Contents
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WARNING –
When sing yo r dishwasher, follow
basic preca tions, incl ding the fol-
lowing:
Read all instr ctions before installa-
tion or se of the dishwasher to pre-
vent inj ry and machine damage.
The manufacturer cannot be held re-
sponsible for damage or injury
caused by improper use of this ap-
pliance.
Use the dishwasher only for its in-
tended purpose. This appliance is
intended for residential use only.
Keep these operating instructions in
a safe place and pass them on to
any future user.
Electrical safety
Before installation make sure that
the voltage and frequency listed on
the data plate correspond with the
household electrical supply. This data
must correspond to prevent injury and
machine damage. Consult a qualified
electrician if in doubt.
Before installation or service, dis-
connect the power supply to the
work area by unplugging the unit, “trip-
ping” the circuit breaker or removing
the fuse.
Do not use an extension cord to
connect this appliance to electric-
ity. Extension cords do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance
(e.g. danger of overheating).
Be certain your appliance is prop-
erly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician. To guarantee the
electrical safety of this appliance, conti-
nuity must exist between the appliance
and an effective grounding system. It is
imperative that this basic safety require-
ment be met. If there is any doubt, have
the electrical system of the house
checked by a qualified electrician. The
manufacturer cannot be held responsi-
ble for damages caused by the lack, or
inadequacy of, an effective grounding
system.
Installation
Installation and repair work should
be by a Miele authorized service
technician. Work by unqualified per-
sons could be dangerous and could
void the warranty.
This equipment is not designed for
maritime use or for use in mobile
installations such as caravans or air-
craft. However, under certain conditions
it may be possible for an installation in
these applications. Please contact the
nearest Miele dealer or the Miele Tech-
nical Service Department with specific
requirements.
Inspect the dishwasher for ship-
ping damage. Do not install or op-
erate a damaged unit. Contact the
place of purchase.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed of safely
and kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation!
This dishwasher should only be in-
stalled under a continuous
countertop secured to adjacent
cabinetry.
Do not install this dishwasher be-
neath a cooking surface or oven.
Do not, under any circumstances
cut the intake hose or submerge in
liquid. This hose contains electrical
components that could cause injury or
property damage if cut or submerged.
Use
Only use the dishwasher if all pan-
els are properly in place.
Do not tamper with the controls.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not
allow children to play in, on, or
near the dishwasher.
Do not abuse, sit, or stand on the
door or baskets of the dishwasher.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen
gas may be produced in a hot
water system that has not been used
for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN
GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water
system has not been used for such a
period, turn on all hot water faucets and
let water flow from each for several min-
utes before using the dishwasher. This
will release any accumulated hydrogen
gas. Do not smoke or use an open
flame during this time.
Do not wash plastic items unless
they are labeled "dishwasher safe"
or the equivalent. For items not labeled,
check the manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions.
When loading tableware, place
sharp items away from the door
seal to prevent damage to the seal.
Load knives pointing downwards to
prevent injuries.
Only use detergents and rinse aids
recommended for residential dish-
washers. Keep all detergents and rinse
aids out of the reach of children.
Do not drink water from the dish-
washer! Harmful residues could be
present.
For dishwashers with visible heating
element
Do not touch the heating element
during or immediately after use.
Disposal of an appliance
If the appliance is removed from its
installation and will not be used,
the door to the wash cabinet should be
removed to prevent children from being
locked in the machine. When discard-
ing an old dishwasher, unplug it from
the power outlet, remove the door to the
wash cabinet and cut off the power
cord.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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AVERTISSEMENT –
A moment d’ tiliser votre
lave-vaisselle, ve illez observer
to tes les mes res de séc rité de
base.
Cet appareil électroménager est con-
forme à to s les règlements et codes
s r la séc rité. Po r éviter de vo s
blesser et d’endommager l’appareil,
ve illez lire soigne sement les in-
str ctions s r l’ tilisation.
N’utilisez le lave vaiselle que pour
laver la vaiselle.
Le fabricant ne peut être tenu
responsable des dommages ou
blessures causés par une utilisation
inadéquate ou par des utilisations
autres que celles auxquelles
l’appareil est destiné.
Les réparations doivent être effec-
tuées uniquement par une per-
sonne compétente. Débrancher l’appa-
reil de la prise de courant avant d’en
faire l’entretien (enlever la fiche de la
prise ou fermer le disjoncteur).
Installer uniquement ce lave-vais-
selle sous un comptoir continu qui
est fixé à des meubles adjacents.
Vous devez mettre le lave-vaisselle
à la terre. Installer le lave-vaisselle
en observant les instructions pour l’ins-
tallation ci-jointes.
Utiliser des détersifs pour les
lave-vaiselle ménagers seulement.
Utiliser uniquement des détersifs et des
produits de rinçage recommandés pour
les lave-vaisselle.
Ne pas utiliser votre lave-vaisselle
à moins que tous les panneaux
soient bien en place.
Ne pas permettre aux enfants de
jouer dans ou sur le lave-vaisselle.
Ranger tous les détersifs et pro-
duits de rinçage hors de la portée
des enfants.
Ne pas modifier
les commandes.
Ne pas boire l’eau du meuble de
lavage.
MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
7

Au moment de remplir le lave-vais-
selle :
–Mettre les articles pointus de
manière à ce qu’ils n’endommagent
pas le seau étanche de la porte.
–Mettre le tranchant des couteaux
vers le bas afin de réduir les risques
de blessure.
Ne pas laver les articles en plas-
tique à moins qu’ils n’indiquent "Va
au lave-vaisselle" ou l’équivalent. Véri-
fier les recommandations du fabricant
poir les articles non étiquetés.
Dans certaines conditions, un sys-
tème d’eau chaude qui n’a pas été
utilisé pendant plus de deux semaines,
peut dégager de l’azote.
L’AZOTE EST EXPLOSIF. Si le système
d’eau chaude n’a pas été utilisé pen-
dant une telle période de temps, ouvrir
tous les robinets d’eau chaude et lais-
ser l’eau couler pendant plusieurs mi-
nutes avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle.
Ceci dissipera tout l’azote accumulé.
Ne pas fumer ni utiliser une flamme nue
durant ce temps.
Ne pas abuser et ne pas vous as-
seoir ni vous tenir sur la porte ou
sur les paniers du lave-vaisselle.
Enlever la porte et couper le cor-
don du lave-vaisselle avant de l’en-
lever aux déchets afin d’empêcher les
enfants de se blesser ou de s’enfermer
dans l’appareil par accident.
Lave-vaiselle avec l’élément
cha ffant
Ne touchez pas l’élément chauffant
pendant le fonctionnement de l’ap-
pareil ou immédiatement après.
CONSERVER CES
INSTRUCTIONS
MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
8

Energy saving washing
This dishwasher is exceptionally eco-
nomical in the use of water and electric-
ity. For best results follow these tips:
^For lowest energy consumption and
the gentlest washing of china and
crystal, connect the dishwasher to a
cold water source.
^For fastest possible wash times, yet
higher energy consumption, connect
the dishwasher to a hot water source.
^Make full use of the baskets without
overloading for the most economical
washing.
^Choose a program that best suits the
degree of soiling and the type of
dishes being washed.
^For small loads:
Select the "Top Solo" feature (see
"Additional features").
^If baskets are only half full, select the
"Economy" program.
^Use the correct amounts of detergent
and rinse aid.
Caring for the environment
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Wash cabinet
1 Upper spray arm (not visible)
2 Cutlery tray
3 Upper basket
4 Water feed for middle spray arm
5 Middle spray arm
6 Lower spray arm
7 Four height adjustable feet
8 Triple Filter System
9 Salt reservoir
10 Detergent dispenser
11 Rinse aid reservoir
12 Data plate
G ide to the dishwasher
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Control panel
13 "On/Off" button
14 Program sequence display
15 "Top solo" button
16 Program selector
17 "Start" button
18 Check/Refill indicators
19 Child Safety Lock
20 Door release
21 Drying vent
Every dishwasher is tested before leaving the factory. Any water remaining in
the machine is from these tests and does not indicate that the machine has
been used.
G ide to the dishwasher
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To open the door
^Press the release catch inside the
door grip.
If the door is opened during operation,
the dishwasher will stop running. Once
the door is closed the program will re-
start.
To close the door
^Push the baskets in.
^Lift the door and push until it clicks
into position.
Child Safety Lock
The yellow key for the Child Safety
Lock is shipped on one of the spikes
at the front of the upper basket. Re-
move the key before using the dish-
washer.
The Child Safety Lock is designed to
prevent children from opening the dish-
washer.
^Use the provided key to lock or un-
lock the dishwasher.
Horizontal:
the door is locked
Vertical:
the door can be opened
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Water softener
To achieve good cleaning results, the
dishwasher needs soft water. Hard
water results in calcium deposits on
dishware and in the dishwasher.
If your tap water hardness is above
8 gr/gal (values are in US gallons)
(140 ppm), the water should be soft-
ened. This takes place automatically in
the unit’s integrated water softener.
–Your local water authority will be able
to advise you of the water hardness
level in your area.
– The dishwasher must be pro-
grammed to correspond to the water
hardness in your area.
– The water softener must be filled with
dishwasher salt for reactivation.
If your water hardness is consistently
lower than 8 gr/gal (140 ppm), you do
not need to add dishwasher salt. How-
ever, the dishwasher must still be pro-
grammed to correspond to the local
water hardness.
Where the water hardness fluctuates
e.g. between 9 - 17 gr/gal (160 - 310
ppm), always program the machine to
the higher value, 17 gr/gal (310 ppm) in
this example.
If there is a fault, it will help the service
technician to know the hardness of your
local water supply.
^Please note the water hardness:
gr/gal
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Programming the water softener
Your water hardness level must be pro-
grammed into the dishwasher using the
program selector and buttons on the
control panel.
^Make sure the dishwasher is turned
off.
^Turn the program selector to "Stop".
^Press and hold the "Top Solo" button
and at the same time turn on the
dishwasher with the "On/Off" button.
Release the "Top Solo" button within
two seconds.
The "Salt" indicator will flash.
If the "Rinse aid" indicator comes on,
the rinse aid dispenser needs to be
filled.
If any other indicator is lit or flashing,
the above steps must be repeated.
^Turn the program selector to the posi-
tion which corresponds to the water
hardness in your area (see table).
gr/gal* ppm Selector setting
1 - 4** 20 - 70 Normal Plus
5 - 7 90 - 130 Normal
8 - 10 140 - 180 China & Crystal
11 - 13 200 - 230 Rinse & Hold
14 - 16 250 - 290 5 o’clock position
17 - 22 310 - 400 6 o’clock position
23 - 35 410 - 630 7 o’clock position
36 - 70 650 - 1260 Energy Saver
* US gallons
** factory preset
Example:
Water hardness is 20 gr/gal.
Turn the program selector to the
"6 o’clock" position.
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^Press the "Top Solo" button.
The "Top Solo" indicator will light.
^Turn the program selector to "Stop".
^Turn off the dishwasher.
The programmed water hardness is
stored.
Checking the programmed water
hardness
^Make sure the dishwasher is turned
off.
^Turn the program selector to "Stop".
^Press and hold the "Top Solo" button
and at the same time turn on the
dishwasher with the "On/Off" button.
Release the "Top Solo" button within
two seconds.
The "Salt" indicator will flash.
If the "Rinse aid" indicator comes on,
the rinse aid dispenser needs to be
filled.
If any other indicator is lit or flashing,
the above steps must be repeated.
^Turn the program selector clockwise
until the "Top Solo" indicator comes
on.
The position where the "Top Solo" indi-
cator comes on corresponds to the pro-
grammed water hardness (see table in
"Programming the water softener").
^Turn the program selector to "Stop".
^Turn off the dishwasher.
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Filling the salt reservoir
If your water hardness level is greater
than 8 gr/gal, the salt reservoir should
be filled before the first use and when
the "Salt" indicator lights.
Only use water softener salt specially
formulated for dishwashers. Other salts
may contain insoluble additives which
can impair the water softener.
The proper salt can be purchased from
your Miele dealer or Miele’s Technical
Service Department.
,Inadvertently filling the salt
reservoir with dishwashing deter-
gent will damage the water soft-
ener.
To fill the salt reservoir:
^Remove the lower basket.
^Unscrew and remove the salt reser-
voir cap located on the floor of the
wash cabinet.
^Place the provided funnel over the
salt reservoir.
The salt reservoir must be filled with
2 quarts (2 l) of water before adding
salt for the first time. Water does not
have to be added with subsequent
refills.
^Carefully fill with salt. The salt reser-
voir holds approximately 4.5 lbs
(2 kg) of salt. As it is filled, water will
run out.
^Clean any excess salt from the
threads of the reservoir opening.
^Screw the cap on firmly.
^If the dishwasher will not be used im-
mediately, run the "Rinse & Hold" pro-
gram. This will remove any traces of
salt from inside the wash cabinet.
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Salt indicator
When the salt reservoir is empty, the
"Salt-PC" indicator will light, indicating
that it should be refilled with reactiva-
tion salt.
After the reservoir has been filled, the
water softener is automatically reacti-
vated the next time the dishwasher is
started. The "Salt" indicator will be lit
during this process.
Bypassing the salt indicator
If your water is soft (below 8 gr/gal) the
salt reservoir should not be filled with
salt. The indicator will remain lit and
should be disregarded or bypassed.
^Remove the salt reservoir cap.
Looking into the salt reservoir, you will
see the top of the float chamber on the
right hand side, a.
^Using a screwdriver, carefully pivot
the float chamber towards the center
of the reservoir.
^Using needle nose pliers, pull the
cap, b, off of the float chamber, and
remove the float, c.
Replace the float chamber cap, push
the chamber back into its upright posi-
tion, and replace the salt reservoir cap.
The "Salt" indicator should no longer be
lit.
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Rinse aid
Rinse aid is recommended to prevent
spotting on dishes and glassware.
,Filling the rinse aid reservoir with
detergent will damage the reservoir.
Only pour rinse aid formulated for
residential dishwashers into the
reservoir.
Adding rinse aid
^Add rinse aid before the first use and
whenever the "Rise aid" indicator
lights.
^Press the button in the direction of
the arrow until the flap springs open.
^Pour liquid rinse aid into the reservoir
until it is visible on the surface of the
screen.
^Press on the flap until you hear it
click shut. Failure to close it all the
way will allow water to enter the res-
ervoir during the wash program.
^Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. The
flap will remain closed during normal
operation.
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Adj sting the dosage
The dosage selector is preset to 3. This
dispenses approximately 3 ml of rinse
aid per program. It can be adjusted
from 1 to 6.
^Use a higher setting if spots appear
on dry glassware.
^Use a lower setting if streaking ap-
pears on dishes or glasses.
Rinse aid indicator
The rinse aid indicator on the control
panel will light when the rinse aid reser-
voir needs refilling.
When the indicator first comes on, there
will be enough rinse aid left for 2 - 3
washes.
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,Do not wash items soiled with
ash, sand, wax, grease or paint in
the dishwasher.
Ash and sand do not dissolve and
will be distributed through out the in-
side of the dishwasher.
Wax, grease and paint will cause
permanent discoloration or damage
to the dishwasher.
^Scrape food from dishes before plac-
ing in the dishwasher.
Do not rinse dishes.
^Load dishes so that water can reach
all surfaces. Do not place dishes and
cutlery inside other pieces.
^Hollow items such as cups and
glasses should be placed upside
down in the upper basket.
^Concave based items, such as mugs
or bowls, should be placed at an an-
gle on top of the coffee bar, so that
water does not pool.
^To ensure good water coverage tall,
narrow, hollow pieces, such as a
vase, should be placed in the center
of the basket, rather than in the cor-
ners.
^Small cups and glasses should be
placed on the cup racks. Taller mugs
and glasses can be placed beneath
the rack.
^Place very small items in the cutlery
tray or basket so they do not fall to
the bottom of the wash cabinet.
^The spray arms must not be blocked
by items that are too tall or hang
through the baskets. Check clear-
ance by manually rotating the spray
arms.
^Food residue and spilt liquids should
be cleaned from the sides of the
dishwasher door. These are outside
of the wash cabinet and are not
cleaned by water from the spray
arms.
Loading the dishwasher
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