Miele T 1515 Manual

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
T1500 Series Clothes Dryers

T1500 Series Clothes Dryers - Table of Contents
1.0 CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN
1.1 Appliance Overview - Vented 1
1.2 Appliance Overview – Condenser Models 2
1.3 Controls Overview 3
1.4 Appliance Dimensions 5
1.5 Layout of Components – T1515, T1520, T1526, T1565C & T1570C 7
1.6 Layout of Components – T1576 8
2.0 INSTALLATION
2.1 Electrical Requirements 9
2.2 Plumbing Information – Condenser Models 10
2.3 Installation Procedures 10
3.0 COMMISSION and OPERATION
3.1 General Operation – T1515, T1520, T1526, T1565C & T1570C 11
3.2 Additional Function Pushbuttons – T1515, T1520, T1526, T1565C & T1570C 11
3.3 General Operation – T1576 12
3.4 Program Option Buttons - T1576 12
3.5 Condenser Drawer (Condenser Models Only) 13
3.6 Heat Exchanger (Condenser Models Only) 14
4.0 DESCRIPTION of FUNCTION
4.1 Vented Dryer – Principle of Operation 17
4.2 Condenser Dryer – Principle of Operation 18
4.3 Fan Motor Assembly 20
4.4 Residual Moisture Sensing 22
4.5 Temperature Monitoring 23
4.6 Heater Bank Assembly 24
4.7 Control (Upper) Electronic 25
4.8 Power (Lower) Electronic 25
4.9 Electronic Locations by Model Number 25
5.0 SERVICE and MAINTENANCE
5.1 Lid – Removal 27
5.2 Front Panel – Opening, Condenser Models 28
5.3 Front Panel – Opening, Vented Models 28
5.4 Power Electronic – Removal (T1515, T1520, T1526, T1565C & T1570C) 29
5.5 Power Electronic – Removal (T1576) 30

5.6 Control Electronic – Removal (T1515, T1520, T1526, T1656C & T1570C) 31
5.7 Control Electronic Removal (T1576) 31
5.8 Heater Relay – Access 32
5.9 Rear Drum Panel – Removal 33
5.10 Heater Bank – Access 34
5.11 Fan Motor – Removal 35
5.12 Condenser Assembly – Removal 36
5.13 Condenser Fan – Removal 37
5.14 Residual Moisture Sensor – Removal 38
5.15 Drum Drive Belt – Replacement 39
6.0 FAULT DIAGNOSIS
6.1 Service Mode (T1515, T1520, T1526, T1565C & T1570C) 41
6.2 Service Mode (T1576) 42
6.3 Fault Codes (T1576) 43
6.4 Programming Mode (T1576) 44
6.5 Residual Moisture Sensor Circuit Test (T1515, T1520, T1526, T1565C & T1570C) 45
6.6 Residual Moisture Sensor Circuit Test (T1576) 47
6.7 Dryer Takes too Long to Dry Clothes 49
6.8 Residual Moisture Sensing Inoperative 49
6.9 Dryer Door Keeps Popping Open (except T1576) 59
6.10 Water Leaks – Condenser Dryer 50
6.11 Noise – Light Repetitive Clicking 50
6.12 T1576 Dryers shuts down after less than 1 minute of operation 50
6.13 Rumbling Sound While in Operation 50

T1500 Series Clothes Dryers – List of Figures
1-1 Overview T1500 Series Dryer 1
1-2 Typical Installation 2
1-3 Control Panels (T1515, T15120 & T1526) 3
1-4 Control Panels (T1565C, T1570C & T1576) 4
1-5 Appliance Dimensions (5 Kilogram - Vented 5
1-6 Appliance Dimensions (5 Kilogram - Condenser) 5
1-7 Appliance Dimensions (6 Kilogram) 6
1-8 Layout of Components (T1515, T1520, T1526, T1565C & T1570C) 7
1-9 Layout of Components (T1576) 8
3-1 Opening the Cover to the Heat Exchanger 14
3-2 Positioning the Heat Exchanger Levers 14
3-3 Removing the Heat Exchanger 15
3-4 Cleaning the Heat Exchanger 15
4-1 Vented Dryer Airflow 17
4-2 Condenser Dryer Airflow 18
4-3 Motor Assembly 20
4-4 Drum Drive Belt and Reduction Pulley 21
4-5 Heater Bank Assembly 24
4-6 Heater Circuit 24
4-7 Electronic Locations (T1515, T1520, T1526, T1565C & T1570C) 25
4-8 Electronic Locations (T1576) 26
5-1 Lid Removal and Front Panel Access 27
5-2 Removing the left section of the fascia panel 28
5-3 Securing screw for Power Electronic 29
5-4 Removing the Power Electronic on the T1576 30
5-5 Control Electronic Removal 31
5-6 Heater Relay Bracket 32
5-7 Drum positioned for Access to Bearing Bolts 33
5-8 Heater Bank Cover Retaining Bolts 34
5-9 Heater Bank Removal 34
5-10 Vent Ring Assembly 35
5-11 Fan Motor Bolts 35
5-12BottomCoverScrews 37
5-13 Condenser Fan Screws 37
5-14 Residual Moisture Sensor Mounting 38
5-15 Positioning the Drum for Drive Belt Installation 39

T1500 Series Clothes Dryers – List of Tables
6-1 Service Mode Functions (T1515, T1520, T1526, T1565C & T1570C) 41
6-2 Service Mode Functions (T1576) 42
6-3 Fault Code Storage (T1576) 43
6-4 Programming Mode Values (T1576) 44

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T1500 Series Clothes Dryers
1.0 Construction and Design
1.1 Appliance Overview – Vented
(Typical 5 Kilogram Vented Model Shown)
Figure 1-1: Appliance Overview T1500 series Dryer (Vented 5 K Model Shown)
1 Supply Cable / Plug
2 Control Panel
3 Drum Door
4 Exhaust Connection (right, left & rear 5k vented) (left & rear 6k vented)
5 Adjustable Legs

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T1500 Series Clothes Dryers
1.2 Appliance Overview – Condenser Models
(Shown Installed Along Side a Washer)
1. Control Panel
2. Condenser Drain Hose
3. Washer Drain Hose (for clarification only – not part of Dryer)
4. Electrical Cord and Plug
5. Condensed Water Drawer
6. Drum Door
7. Adjustable Legs
8. Stand Pipe
Figure 1-2: Typical installation with Miele Clothes Washer.
Note: Condenser hose is placed into the same stand pipe the washer
drain hose uses.

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T1500 Series Clothes Dryers
1.3 Controls Overview
T1515
5 Kilogram Vented
T1520
5 Kilogram Vented
T1526
6 Kilogram Vented
Figure 1-3: Control Panels for model numbersT1515, T1520 and T1526.

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T1500 Series Clothes Dryers
T1565C
T1570C
T1576
Figure 1-4: Control Panels for model numbersT1565C, T1570C and T1576.

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T1500 Series Clothes Dryers
1.4 Appliance Dimensions
With Angled Control Panel With Flat Control Panel
Figure 1-5: Dimensions – 5 kilogram vented models
With Angled Control Panel With Flat Control Panel
Figure 1-6: Dimensions – 5 kilogram condenser models
5Kilogram – Vented Models
5Kilogram – Condenser Models

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T1500 Series Clothes Dryers
6Kilogram – Vented Models
Figure 1-7: Dimensions 6 kilogram – Vented Models
Note
At the present time, a 6 kilogram condenser model does NOT exist.

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T1500 Series Clothes Dryers
1.5 Layout of Components
T1515, T1520, T1526, T1565C & T1570C
A2 Door Lock
B3/1 Residual Moisture Sensor
B8 Float Switch (Condensate Water) (Condenser Models Only)
C2 Capacitor – Fan (Condenser Models Only)
C5 Capacitor – Condensate Fan Motor (Condenser Models Only)
F1 Temperature Limiters
H3/6 Lamp – Drum Interior
K1 Heater Relays
M2 Condensate Fan Motor (Condenser Models Only)
M13 Condensate Pump (Condenser Models Only)
M5 Motor – Drum Drive
1N1 Control Electronic
2N1 Power Electronic
R1 Heater Bank
R30 Temperature Sensor (NTC)
S1 Selector Switch
X3/1 Terminal Block
Z1 Interference Capacitor
Figure 1-8: Layout of Components (T1515, T1520, T1526, T1565C & T1570C).

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T1500 Series Clothes Dryers
1.6 Layout of Components – T1576
A2 Door Lock
B3/1 Residual Moisture Sensor
F1 Temperature Limiters
H3/6 Lamp – Drum Interior
2R30 Temperature Sensor (Heaters)
K1 Heater Relays
M5 Motor – Drum Drive
1N1 Control Electronic
2N1 Power Electronic (Piggybacked to 1N1)
R1 Heater Bank
R30 Temperature Sensor (NTC)
S1 Selector Switch
X3/1 Terminal Block
Z1 Interference Capacitor
Figure 1-9: Layout of Components (T1576)

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2.0 Installation
 Do not drink the condensed water.
 Keep the area around the air intake (Toekick) and surrounding
areas free from lint, dust and dirt. This area should not be
blocked (i.e. Toekick) this will prevent sufficient intake of air and
effect appliance operation.
 Do not reach into the Dryer if the Drum is moving.
 The appliance should be level to ensure proper operation.
 A Dryer can be placed on top of a Miele Washer; for a stacked
installation. An approved Miele stacking kit must be used.
2.1 Electrical Requirements
 120/240 (208) Volt, 60Hz., 15 Amp breaker
 Dryer is equipped with a 4 wire power cord equipped with a
NEMA 14-30 plug, for connection to a NEMA 14-30 receptacle.
Note
If you do not have a dedicated 15 Amp circuit for this appliance, but
have a NEMA 14-20 or NEMA 14-30, 240V, 30 Amp outlet, you
may be able to use a Miele “Easy Installation Kit” to simplify the
electrical connection. For further information refer to Electrical
Information pages in the Installation Manual.
 Do not cutoff / remove the Plug from the Power Cord.

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T1500 Series Clothes Dryers
2.2 Plumbing Information - Condenser Models
On Condenser Model Dryers the option exist to have the
condensed water exit the appliance via a Drain Line. A suitable
drain system (i.e. standpipe) is required for this option.
Maximum Drain Hose length: 10 ft
Maximum Drain height: 4 ft.
All Condenser Model Dryers come supplied with the following
accessories to add the Drain Line option. Please do not discard the
parts during an installation as they may be utilized at a later date.
- 6 ft Drain Hose
- Hose Clamp
- Hose Elbow
2.3 Installation Procedure
1. Position Dryer at install location and level using the legs on the
bottom of the appliance. The metal frame of the appliance
provides the ideal location to place a level. Ensure appliance is
as level.
2. Connect Power and perform operational check.
Note
If Dryer is to be installed in combination with a Stacking Kit and
Clothes Washer, the Washer must be positioned and installed first.
If an optional Laundry Stand is being installed - refer to the
Accessories section of the Installation Manual for the procedure on
installing the stand.
Refer to the Miele Installation Manual for further installation
information and procedures.

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T1500 Series Clothes Dryers
3.0 Commission and Operation
3.1 General Operation – T1515, T1520, T1526,
T1565C and T1570C
1. Turn on the Dryer.
2. Press the Door Button to open the Door.
3. Place laundry into the appliance
4. Select a program
5. Select option(s) – as desired.
6. Press the Start Button.
3.2 Additional Function PushButtons – T1515,
T1520, T1526, T1565C and T1570C
Door
Opens the Door or can be used to cancel a program (does not stay
pushed in).
ON / OFF
Turns the appliance On/Off, and can be used to cancel a program.
Buzzer
Enables the buzzer, when the anti-crease stage of the program is
reached.
Load size - Full / Half
To dry a standard size load or more at peak efficiency, select press
this option before starting a program.
Low Temperature.
Utilizes lower drying temperatures for delicate fabrics.
Start
Starts the selected program (does not stay pushed in).

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T1500 Series Clothes Dryers
3.3 General Operation – T1576
1. Turn on the Dryer.
2. Press the Door Button to open the Door.
3. Place laundry into the appliance
4. Select a program
5. Select option(s) – as desired.
6. Press the Start Button.
Service Tip
The Heaters are not powered during the initial start of a program.
The Heater are powered, after the drum reverses direction.
3.4 Program Option Buttons – T1576
Low Energy (with Cottons Program)
Normal heater operation with a lower temperature
Turbo (with Cottons Program)
Normal heater operation with a higher temperature
Gentle
Uses a lower temperature and extended program time for care of
delicate fabrics.
Buzzer
Enables the buzzer, when the anti-crease stage of the program is
reached.

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3.5 Condenser Drawer (Condenser Models Only)
General Information
Depending on the installation, condensed water is either pumped to
an on-site drain, or collected in the Condensed Water Drawer.
The Condensed Water Drawer holds approximately one (1) gallon
of water. The water should be emptied from the drawer after each
program completes. Should the container be full (or become filled
during operation) the following occurs:
 The “Empty out container” indicator illuminates
 The buzzer sounds
 The drying program stops and enters the cooling down cycle
To empty the Condensed Water Drawer:
1. Hold the cap open while emptying the Water Drawer.
2. Drain all water
3. Install the Water Drawer back into the appliance. Ensure the
locks into place.
Warning
The condensed water is not suitable for consumption.

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3.6 Heat Exchanger (Condenser Models Only)
Note
The heat exchanger should be cleaned at least twice a year.
1. Open the Door. Locate the Heat Exchanger Cover near the
bottom / left of the appliance.
2. Turn the lever so that it is in a vertical position (as shown in
figure 3-1).
Figure 3-1: Opening the cover to the Heat Exchanger
3. Remove the cover.
4. Turn both levers on the heat exchanger so that they are vertical
(as shown in figure 3-2).
Figure 3-2: Positioning the Heater Exchanger Levers