Miele PT 7186 Vario User manual

Operating and installation instructions
for vented tumble dryer
PT 7186 Vario
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed, commissioned
and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 07 529 112
en-GB

Disposing of the packing
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally be recycled.
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.
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure they are
recycled.
Disposing of your old
appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
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.
Please do not dispose of it with your
general waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection/recycling
centre or contact your dealer for
advice. Ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
Energy saving tips
To avoid unnecessarily long drying
times and high consumption of energy:
–Make sure that your laundry is
thoroughly spun before drying.
The higher the spin, the greater the
savings that can be made in energy
and time during drying.
–Load according to the optimum
amount of laundry recommended for
the programme being used.
Underloading is uneconomical.
Overloading gives a poorer quality of
drying, and may cause unnecessary
creasing.
– Make sure the room in which the
dryer is located is well ventilated.
– Remove the fluff from the filter when
necessary (see "Cleaning and Care").
– Check all parts of the ventilation
system on a regular basis, and
remove any build-up of fluff etc.
The vent ducting should be as short,
straight and smooth as possible to
minimise any resistance to the air
throughflow.
Caring for the environment
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Caring for the environment..........................................2
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................5
Operating the tumble dryer.........................................15
Control panel .....................................................15
Before using for the first time.........................................15
Display ..........................................................16
Operating the tumble dryer in Laundrette mode ..........................18
Notes and tips on laundry care .....................................19
1. Sort the laundry .................................................19
2. Load the tumble dryer ............................................20
3. Select a programme .............................................20
Short instructions ................................................21
Selecting a programme ............................................25
Selecting/changing a programme .....................................25
Low temperature ..................................................27
Saving a programme as a favourite....................................27
Timer ...........................................................28
Changing the programme sequence .................................29
Payment system...................................................29
Once a programme has started ......................................29
- changing the programme........................................29
- cancelling the programme .......................................29
Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................29
Power cuts .......................................................29
Time remaining ...................................................29
Cleaning and care ................................................30
Cleaning the fluff filter ..............................................30
Removing the filter ..............................................30
Taking the filter apart ............................................30
Cleaning the filter whilst dry .......................................31
Cleaning the fluff filter with water ...................................31
Replacing the filter ..............................................31
Cleaning the filter housing ...........................................32
Quick cleaning .................................................32
Extra cleaning ..................................................32
–Fan.........................................................32
– The cover in the door opening....................................33
Contents
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Cleaning the tumble dryer ...........................................34
Problem solving guide ............................................35
Problem solving guide ..............................................35
Check and fault messages in the display ...............................35
An unsatisfactory drying result .......................................37
Other problems ...................................................38
Changing the lamp ................................................41
Peak load cut-out..................................................42
Service interval ...................................................42
After sales service ................................................43
Repairs..........................................................43
PC / Optical interface...............................................43
Optional accessories ...............................................43
Installation and connection ........................................44
Front view .....................................................44
View from the side ..............................................45
Rear view .....................................................45
View from above ................................................45
Installation on a raised plinth ......................................45
Payment system ................................................45
Installing the tumble dryer ...........................................46
Moving the tumble dryer..........................................46
Levelling the tumble dryer ........................................46
Securing the tumble dryer against slippage ..........................48
Room ventilation ................................................48
Electrical connection ...............................................49
Installation - extraction ducting .....................................50
General .........................................................50
To calculate the total duct length .....................................51
Procedure .....................................................51
Calculation example .............................................52
Exhaust socket dimensions ..........................................52
Venting system with plastic piping ....................................53
Venting system with flexible ducting ...................................54
Venting more than one dryer via the same ducting system .................55
Technical data ...................................................56
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~It is essential to read these instructions.
,Caution! Risk of fire.
To avoid the possible danger of fire please red these warnings
carefully.
,A clogged filter is a hazard! The lint filter must be cleaned
after every programme.
This tumble dryer complies with 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 tumble dryer,
please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first
time. They contain important information on its safety, installation,
use and maintenance.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that they are
made available to new users. They must be made aware of these
Warning and Safety instructions.
Pass these instructions on to any future users/owners.
Correct application
~This tumble dryer is only intended for drying fabrics which have
been washed in a water solution, and marked on the manufacturer's
care label as being suitable for tumble drying.
"Dry cleaning kits" for freshening up garments in a tumble dryer are
increasingly available on the market. If using, do so at your own risk,
and follow the instructions provided on the packaging.
Any other applications may be dangerous. Miele cannot be held
liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or
operation.
~This tumble dryer must be used as described in these
instructions and must be checked on a regular basis to make sure it
is functioning correctly. Maintenance must be carried out when
necessary.
~The tumble dryer is not intended for outdoor use.
~This tumble dryer can only be used by people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or
knowledge, if they are 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.
~Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the tumble
dryer unless they are constantly supervised.
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~Children 8 years and older may only use the tumble dryer
unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it in a safe way
and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect
operation.
~Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the tumble
dryer unsupervised.
~Please supervise children in the vicinity of the tumble dryer and
do not let them play with it.
~If the tumble dryer is used in a publically accessible room, it is
the supervisor's responsibility to ensure that suitable measures are
in place which enable operators to use it safely.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Technical safety
~Before setting up the tumble dryer, check it for any externally
visible damage.
Do not install or use a damaged appliance.
~Do not make any alterations to the tumble dryer, unless
authorised to do so by Miele.
~The electrical safety of this tumble dryer can only be guaranteed
when it is correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety
requirement is met. If in any doubt please have the electrical
installation tested and where there is any doubt the on-site wiring
system should be inspected by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot
be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing
system (e.g. electric shock).
~Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the
user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician, otherwise any
subsequent damage will not be covered by the guarantee.
~Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele
original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety
standards of the appliance be guaranteed.
~To ensure the correct performance of the tumble dryer and to
prevent the risk of faults and fire, it is important to check it and carry
out maintenance on a regular basis.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~In the event of a fault or for cleaning purposes, the tumble dryer
is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when:
–it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn, or
–it is switched off at the mains, or
–the mains fuse is disconnected.
~This tumble dryer must not be used in a non-stationary location
(e.g. on a ship).
~In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or
other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the tumble dryer 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
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Correct use
~Do not let anyone sit or lean on the doors, as this can cause the
tumble dryer to tip up. Danger of injury.
~Always close the doors after use. This way you will avoid the
danger of:
–children climbing into the tumble dryer or hiding things in it.
–pets or other small animals climbing into it.
~Do not use a pressure washer or hose to clean the tumble dryer.
~Always keep the area around the tumble dryer free of dust and
fluff. Dust drawn into the appliance can cause blockages over time.
Faults can then occur as well as the risk of fire.
~The tumble dryer must only be used when it is connected to a
suitable ducting system. The installation site must be adequately
ventilated.
~The ducting must not be connected to
– a chimney or vent flue which is in use,
– or to ducting which ventilates rooms with fireplaces,
–or to chimneys being used by other appliances.
Smoke or exhaust fumes can cause poisoning.
~Check all parts of the extraction system on a regular basis (e.g.
wall vent, external grille, bends in the ducting etc.) and make sure
they are all free of any hindrance. A build-up of fluff will prevent a
free flow of air through the system. If the dryer is to be connected to
an existing ducting system, this must be checked for suitability
beforehand.
Warning and Safety instructions
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