Miele T 5206 User manual

Operating and Installation instructions
for Tumble Dryer
T 5206
It is essential to read these
operating instructions before Q\
installing or using the machine,
to avoid the risk of accident
or damage to the machine. M.-Nr. 05 493 150

Contents
Warning and safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Help to protect the environment
Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Disposal of your old machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Energy saving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Guide to the machine
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Explanation of control panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Use of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Preparation of laundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
How to dry correctly
1Prepare the laundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2Load the drum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3Select a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4Start a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5At the end of a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Changing a programme
To cancel a programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Adding or removing items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
To select a different programme during drying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Contents
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Cleaning and care
Cleaning the fluff filters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Casing and drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Problem solving guide
What to do if . . . ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
To change the lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Installation
View from the front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
View from the rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Aligning the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Coin mechanism / Time counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Installation - venting
Fitting the exhaust ducting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Calculating the duct length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Installation examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Electrical connection U.K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Electrical connection TE 5206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Contents
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Warning and safety instructions
Please read the operating instruc-
tions before using the tumble dryer
for the first time. They contain im-
portant information about the safety,
use and maintenance of the ma-
chine. This way you will avoid the
risk of accidents and damage to the
machine.
Keep these operating instructions in
a safe place and ensure that new
users are familiar with the content.
Pass them on to any future owner of
the machine.
Correct use
The tumble dryer is only intended
for drying fabrics which have been
washed in a water solution, marked on
the manufacturer’s wash care label as
being suitable for tumble drying.
Any other applications may be dan-
gerous. The manufacturer is not liable
for damage resulting from improper
use or operation.
Do not let small children play with the
machine or its controls. Supervise its
use by the elderly or infirm.
Technical safety
Before setting up the machine
check it for any externally visible
damage. Do not install or use a dam-
aged machine.
Before connecting the machine,
ensure that the connection data on
the data plate (fusing, voltage and fre-
quency) matches the mains electricity
supply. If in any doubt, consult a quali-
fied electrician.
The electrical safety of this ma-
chine can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between
the appliance and an effective earthing
system which complies with local and
national regulations. It is most import-
ant that this basic safety requirement is
regularly tested by a qualified electri-
can.
The manufacturer cannot be held re-
sponsible for the consequences of an
inadequate earthing system (e.g. elec-
tric shock).
Do not connect the machine to the
mains electricity supply by an ex-
tension lead. Extension leads do not
guarantee the required safety of the
machine (e.g. danger or overheating).
The machine is built in accordance
with current safety requirements.
Unauthorised repairs could result in un-
foreseen dangers for the user, for
which the manufacturer cannot accept
responsibility. Repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele approved engin-
eer.
Faulty components must only be
exchanged for Miele original spare
parts. Only when these parts are fitted
can the safety standards of the ma-
chine be guaranteed.
Warning and safety instructions
4

In the event of a fault or for clean-
ing purposes, the machine is only
completely isolated from the electricity
supply either when:
– it is switched off at the mains or
– the mains fuse is withdrawn.
Adequate ventilation is essential,
especially where another ap-
pliance which also uses the room air
(e.g. gas, oil or coal fired heater, con-
tinuous flow or other water heater), is in-
stalled in the same or an adjacent
room. To ensure safe operation, and to
prevent gases being given off by these
appliances being drawn back into the
room, an underpressure of 4 Pa is the
maximum permissible. Ventilation can
be maintained by air inlets which can-
not be blocked, in windows, doors and
outside wall vents, or by an automatic
window opening arrangement when the
tumble dryer is switched on.
If in any doubt, the advice of a compe-
tent builder, or for gas, a "Corgi" regis-
tered installer (in the UK) must be
sought.
Vented dryers must be installed
with a suitable venting system. If
the machine is not correctly ducted it
will draw damp exhaust air back into
the drum, increasing running time and
energy consumption quite consider-
ably. If moist air is passed back into
the room this may lead to long-term
damage of walls.
The exhaust air must not be
vented into a chimney or vent flue
which is in use. Neither should it be
connected to ducting which ventilates
rooms with fireplaces. It would be dan-
gerous if smoke or exhaust fumes were
drawn back into the room.
Always close the door after use.
This way you will avoid the danger
of:
– anyone sitting or leaning on the
door, which can cause the machine
to tip up.
– children climbing onto or into the
dryer or hiding things in it.
Do not install the machine in a
room where the temperature may
drop below freezing. At very cold tem-
peratures the machine may be difficult
to start. Laundry will not dry, and the se-
quence indicator light ~ r Anti-
crease/End will flash to indicate a problem.
Warning and safety instructions
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There is a danger of fire with fab-
rics which:
– contain rubber, foam rubber or rub-
ber like materials
– have been treated with inflammable
cleaning agents
– have been splashed with hair lac-
quer, hair spray, nail varnish
remover or similar substances
– which contain padding or fillings
(e.g. pillows, jackets). If these were
damaged the filling could get out
with the risk of igniting in the dryer.
Avoid contact of stainless steel sur-
faces (front, lid, casing) with liquid
cleaning and disinfecting agents which
contain chlorine or sodium hypo-
chlorite. These agents can have a cor-
rosive effect on stainless steel. Ag-
gressive vapours containing chlorine
bleach can also be corrosive. Do not
store open containers or these agents
near the machine.
Using accessories
Accessory parts may only be fitted
when expressly approved by
Miele. If other parts are used, guaran-
tee, performance and product liability
claims may be invalidated.
Disposal of your old machine
Before discarding an old machine
unplug it and render the plug use-
less. Cut off the cable directly behind
the appliance to prevent misuse.
Warning and safety instructions
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Help to protect the environment
Disposal 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.
Rather than just throwing these ma-
terials away, please ensure they are of-
fered for recycling.
Disposal of your old machine
Old machines contain materials which
can be reclaimed or recycled. Please
contact your dealer, your local waste
collection centre or scrap merchant
about potential recycling schemes.
Ensure that the machine presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
Energy saving tips
Make sure that your laundry is thor-
oughly spun before drying. You will
save up to 30% energy and time if
laundry is spun at 1200 rpm instead
of at 600 rpm.
Load according to the optimum
amount of washing recommended
for the programme being used.
Underloading is uneconomical. Over-
loading gives a poorer quality of
drying and may cause unnecessary
creasing.
To save energy and time:
– make sure the room in which the
dryer is located is well ventilated.
– Make sure the fluff filter is clean be-
fore using the dryer.
The vent ducting should be as short,
straight and smooth as possible. Ex-
pelled air is slowed down in the vent
duct due to friction against the inner
walls of the ducting, therefore the
shorter the duct and the smoother
the inner walls, the less friction oc-
curs which in turns saves drying time
and energy costs.
Help to protect the environment
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Guide to the machine
Control panel
Pushbutton switches
aDoor
Opens the drum door
nLight
Illuminates the drum
LLow temperature
Lower drying temperatures (for delicate
fabrics with the care label r, e.g. ac-
rylics)
hStart
Starts a programme
Additional display
(above the pushbutton switches)
Displays the drying stage reached.
Displays “0” at anti-crease stage.
Nothing is displayed with timed drying.
Programme sequence
!Drying
äCool air
~ r Anti-crease/End
Programme selector
The programme selector can be turned
clockwise or anti-clockwise.
ACottons
1Extra dry
2Normal+
3Normal
4Hand iron r
5Hand iron rr
6Machine iron
BMinimum iron
7Normal+
8Normal
9Hand iron
CTimed drying
0Cool air 15 mins
!Hot air 20 mins
Guide to the machine
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Explanation of control panel
A small panel is supplied with the ma-
chine to explain the symbols on the
control panel. Position this on the left
hand side next to the control panel.
Set the small panel into the lower
guide, press downwards and at the
same time slot into the upper guide.
Use of the appliance
This automatic tumble dryer is particu-
larly suitable for use in communal
laundry rooms, laundrettes etc. where
considerable amounts of soiled laundry
are dealt with.
Guide to the machine
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Preparation of laundry
Wash care labels
Before drying check the drying
symbol on the wash care label.
Significance of symbols:
q= Dry at normal temperature
r= Dry at low temperature
s= Do not tumble dry
If no symbol is featured dry at your own
risk applying the following principles:
Cottons and minimum iron items
should be dried at a normal tempera-
ture using the appropriate programme
setting.
Delicate fabrics with the following
wash care label r, e.g. acrylics should
be dried at a low temperature.
The following fabrics should
not be dried in a tumble dryer:
Woollens and wool blends
these fabrics tend to become matted
and shrink.
Items filled with down
the fine fabric interior tends to shrink,
depending on the quality involved.
Pure linen
should only be machine dried if speci-
fied as suitable by the manufacturer on
the wash care label, as the surface of
the fabric may otherwise tend to
roughen.
General notes
Woven and loopkit materials (e.g. T-
Shirts, knitted garments) tend to shrink
to varying extents depending on their
quality. This tendency is exaggerated
by over-drying. When purchasing
woven materials, it is advisable to take
their shrinkage properties into account.
Starched laundry can be dried in the
tumble dryer. To achieve the usual fin-
ish, double the amount of starch should
be used.
Minimum iron fabrics should be spun
briefly at the end of their wash pro-
gramme, or spun for 10 to 30 seconds
if hand washed before they are dried.
Some fabrics tend to crease if over-
dried. These items should be given
only a short period in the dryer, and
taken out slightly damp. Do not use the
BMinimum iron - 7Normal+ pro-
gramme for these fabrics.
Minimum iron shirts in 100% cotton
may crease during tumble drying de-
pending on the quality of the weave.
These should be dried using the Hand
iron 9setting. In extreme cases drip
dry on a coat hanger.
Minimum iron fabrics tend to crease
more the greater the load. This is par-
ticulary the case with delicate fabrics.
The load should be reduced to 2 kg or
if necessary to 1.5 kg.
New dark coloured garments should
be dried separately from light coloured
garments to avoid the danger of
colours running.
Preparation of laundry
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Programme chart
Programme Laundry / Fabric type max.
load 1) Notes
ACOTTONS
1Extra dry Multi-layered fabrics
which would not be
thoroughly dried using
the 2Normal+
programme.
6 kg To prevent shrinkage
do not select the 1
Extra dry programme
for jerseywear.
2Normal+ Mixed loads of cotton
fabrics, e.g. Turkish
towelling and
jerseywear, i.e. single -
and multi - layer fabrics.
6 kg
3Normal
(EN 61121)
Loads of similar cotton
fabrics (jerseywear,
flannelette sheets,
Turkish towelling).
6 kg Should certain items
still be slightly damp,
select the 1Extra dry
or 2Normal +
programmes
4Hand iron rCotton or linen fabrics,
e.g. table linen,
bedding, starched
laundry, etc.
6 kg -
5Hand iron rr
(EN 61121)
6 kg If fabrics are too damp
for hand ironing, select
the 4Hand iron r
programme.
6Machine iron Cotton or linen fabrics,
also starched laundry,
for machine ironing.
6 kg Laundry should be
rolled up to prevent it
from drying out until it
can be ironed.
1) Weight of dry laundry
Programme chart
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Programme Laundry / Fabric type max.
load 1) Notes
BMINIMUM IRON
7Normal + Minimum iron items
made of synthetics or
blended fabrics, e.g.
pullovers,dresses,
trousers etc., which are
not dried adequately in
the 8 Normal
programme.
3 kg With blended
fabrics consisting of
wool and
synthetics, consult
the manufacturer’s
instructions, as the
wool component
may cause the
fabric to become
matted.
8Normal
(EN 61121)
Minimum iron shirts,
table cloths, etc., made
of blended fabrics, e.g.
cotton/synthetics.
3 kg
9Hand iron Minimum iron shirts,
table cloths, etc., made
of blended fabrics, e.g.
cotton/synthetics which
are still to be hand-
ironed.
3 kg
CTimed drying
0Cold air Items which are only to
be aired.
6 kg -
!Hot air Individual items,
e.g. towels.
6 kg -
1) Weight of dry laundry
Programme chart
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How to dry correctly
1Prepare the laundry
As far as possible, sort laundry for:
–the type of fibre or weave
–the degree of dryness required
–similar size of items
–the moisture content after spinning.
This will help towards achieving an
even drying result.
Fasten duvet covers etc. to prevent
small items from being rolled up in-
side them.
Do up zips and tie fabric belts and
apron strings.
Make sure there is no detergent dis-
penser ball etc. in with the laundry,
as this could melt and damage the
machine and the laundry.
2Load the drum
Press the door button a and open
the door.
Load the laundry loosely into the
drum.
Do not overload the drum. Overload-
ing can cause unnecessary wear
and tear to the laundry and give a
disappointing drying result.
See the programme chart for maximum
loads.
Before closing the door check that
the fluff filter is correctly positioned.
Important: Please check that items
of laundry cannot be trapped by the
door, as this will cause damage to
the fabric.
Shut the door with a firm swing.
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3Select a programme
Turn the programme selector to the
programme required.
Select low temperature Lif required.
If the machine is fitted with a coin
mechanism / time counter:
Insert coins or tokens.
Remember to empty the coin /
token box regularly, so that it does
not become blocked.
For further information on operating the
dryer with a coin mechanism / time
counter see “Installation”.
4Start a programme
Press the Start h button.
5At the end of a programme
Turn the programme selector to the
rEnd position.
Press the door abutton to open
the door.
Press the Light n button.
Remove the laundry from the dryer.
Make sure that the drum is empty.
If items are left in the dryer, they
could be damaged by overdrying
when the dryer is next used.
If laundry is not taken out of the dryer
at the end of the programme the dryer
will commence an anti-crease phase,
during which the drum rotates at timed
intervals to keep the laundry sus-
pended and reduce the risk of creas-
ing.
To save both energy and operation
time the fluff filter in the door should
be cleaned after every programme
(see “Cleaning and Care”).
Shut the door when you have fin-
ished. As a safety precaution do not
leave the door open when not in use.
How to dry correctly
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Changing a programme
To cancel a programme
Turn the programme selector switch
to the rEnd position.
For safety reasons all programmes
where the residual moisture content is
monitored have a maximum running
time of 130 minutes, after which period
the heater elements are switched off
and the cooling down phase com-
mences.
Adding or removing items
Press the door a button to open
the door.
If the door is opened during drying the
programme will have to be started
again. Take out or add items as re-
quired.
Close the door.
Press the Start hbutton.
The programme selected will then con-
tinue from the point it was at when the
door was opened.
The programme is not continued
–if there is a power failure lasting
more than 30 minutes
–if the programme has already
reached the ä cooling down
phase or the ~ r Anti-crease
stage.
To select a different
programme during drying
Turn the programme selector to the
required programme.
The new programme starts from the be-
ginning.
Changing a programme
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Cleaning and care
Cleaning the fluff filters
The fluff which occurs during drying
is collected in the fluff filters in the
door and in the door opening.
Clean the filters after every pro-
gramme to reduce drying time and
save energy.
Open the door and pull the fluff filter
up out of the door holder.
Remove the fluff from:
–the filter in the door
–the filters in the door opening
(do not use sharp or pointed ob-
jects.).
Remove any fluff from the hollow part
of the door holder through the wide
slit at the bottom.
A cleaning brush is available at extra
cost from the Miele Spare Parts De-
partment.
Push the cleaned filter back into the
door holder and close the door.
If there is a great deal of compacted
fluff on the filters, they can be
cleaned under hot running water.
The filter in the door opening should
only be removed for cleaning with
water (see illustration for instructions
on how to remove it).
After cleaning shake any excess
water off the filters.
Dry them carefully and thoroughly.
Replace the filters in the door open-
ing.
Replace the filter in the door, ensur-
ing it is fitted the correct way round
in its holder.
Cleaning and care
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Casing and drum
Disconnect the machine from the
mains electricity supply.
Avoid contact of stainless steel sur-
faces (front, lid, casing) with liquid
cleaning and disinfecting agents
which contain chlorine or sodium hy-
pochlorite. These agents can have
a corrosive effect on stainless steel.
Aggressive vapours containing
chlorine bleach can also be corro-
sive. Do not store open containers
or these agents near the machine.
Clean the housing and control panel
with a mild detergent or soapy water.
Clean the drum and other stainless
steel parts with a suitable proprietary
stainless steel cleaner following the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Never use abrasive substances, dis-
infecting agents or solvents. These
could damage the machine be-
cause of their chemical content.
The machine must never be hosed
down.
Dry all parts with a soft cloth.
Cleaning and care
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Problem solving guide
What to do if . . . ?
With the help of the following notes minor faults in the performance of the
machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right
without contacting the Service Department.
Repairs to the machine should only be undertaken by a suitably qualified
service engineer to ensure safety. Unauthorised repairs could be dangerous.
Fault Possible cause Remedy
The machine fails to
start when switched on.
No obvious cause. Check that
–the door is properly
shut.
–the machine is
switched on at the
mains and the fuse is
not defective.
The progamme has
been interrupted.
The load was too small
or consisted of individual
items which caused the
programme to finish
prematurely.
–Dry small amounts of
laundry using the
Timed Drying C
programme.
Laundry is not suffi-
ciently dried.
The load consisted of too
many types and
thicknesses of fabric.
–Select a more suitable
programme next time
(see "Programme
overview")
Problem solving guide
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Fault Possible cause Remedy
Drying times are
too long.
The fluff filters
might be clogged up.
–Clean as described in
“Cleaning and Care”.
Ventilation to and from
the dryer is insufficient
(e.g. in a small room).
–Open a door or window
while the machine is
operating to increase air
flow.
The ventilation ducting
or room ventilation (e.g.
window or wall vents
are blocked.
–Remove any objects that
are causing the blockage.
The laundry was not
sufficiently spun.
–Spin the laundry in the
washing machine at the
highest possible speed.
Metallic components
e.g. zips have prevented
the dryer from
registering the correct
moisture level in the
laundry.
–Complete the drying
process using a Timed
Drying progamme.
If after checking all the above, drying times are still too
long, there may be a fault. Contact the Service Dept.
The heater limiter has
automatically switched
off one or more
heater elements.
–Contact the Service Dept.
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Fault Possible cause Remedy
There is a build up of
fluff.
Fluff comes off textiles
naturally during wearing
and washing. The fluff that
collects in the filters of a
tumble dryer has no effect
on the lifetime of your
laundry.
–Remove any fluff from
the fluff filter (see
“Cleaning and Care”).
Items made of syn-
thetic fibres are
charged with static
electricity after drying.
–Static charges can be
reduced by adding
liquid fabric
conditioner to the final
rinse of the wash
programme.
The interior drum light-
ing does not come on
when the n button
is pressed.
The lamp is defective. –Change the lamp as
described on the next
page.
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