Miele T 8812 C User manual

Operating instructions
for condenser tumble dryer
T 8812 C Edition 111
To avoid the risk of accidents
or damage to the appliance
it is essential to read these
instructions before it is installed
and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 09 379 040
en-GB

Disposal of the packing
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and should 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.
Disposal 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 therefore dispose it with
your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste 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 (see Pro-
gramme chart).
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.
– Make sure the fluff filters are clean
before using the dryer.
– Check the condenser unit from time
to time and clean it when necessary.
Caring for the environment
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Caring for the environment..........................................2
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................5
Operating the tumble dryer.........................................13
Control panel .....................................................13
Programmable functions ............................................13
Drum lighting .....................................................13
Notes on laundry care .............................................14
Garment care label symbols .........................................14
Tips on drying ....................................................14
How to dry correctly ..............................................15
Brief instructions ..................................................15
Changing the programme sequence .................................17
Once a programme has started ......................................17
- changing the programme........................................17
- cancelling the programme and then selecting a different programme .....17
- cancelling the programme and then removing the laundry ..............17
Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................17
Programme chart .................................................18
Cottons .......................................................18
Minimum iron ..................................................18
Automatic plus .................................................19
Timed drying...................................................19
Woollens handcare ..............................................19
Smoothing.....................................................19
Cleaning and care ................................................20
Emptying the condensed water container ..............................20
Cleaning the fluff filters .............................................21
Cleaning them whilst dry .........................................21
Cleaning them with water .........................................22
Cleaning the tumble dryer ...........................................23
Cleaning the condenser unit .........................................24
Removing the condenser unit......................................24
Checking the condenser unit ......................................25
Cleaning the condenser unit.......................................25
Replacing the condenser unit......................................26
Contents
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Problem solving guide ............................................27
General problems .................................................27
Check and fault messages ..........................................30
Changing the lamp ................................................32
After Sales service................................................33
Repairs..........................................................33
Future updates (PC) ...............................................33
Appliance guarantee ...............................................33
Optional accessories ...............................................33
Installation ......................................................34
Front view........................................................34
Rear view ........................................................35
Installation site ....................................................35
Transporting the tumble dryer to its installation site .....................35
Building under a continous worktop / in a kitchen run ...................35
Levelling the tumble dryer ........................................36
Room in which the dryer is located .................................36
Washer-dryer stack..............................................36
Before moving the tumble dryer again (e.g. when moving house) .........36
External condensed water outlet ......................................37
Arranging the drain hose .........................................37
External drainage via a sink or gully ................................38
Installation conditions requiring a non-return valve .....................38
Electrical connection .............................................40
Electrical connection U.K. ...........................................40
Consumption data ................................................41
Technical data ...................................................42
Programmable functions...........................................44
Altering the residual moisture level in the Cottons programme...............44
Altering the residual moisture level in the Minimum iron programme ..........45
Anti-crease ......................................................46
Activating and deactivating the buzzer .................................47
Altering the standard drying level in the Automatic plus programme ..........48
Extending the cooling down time .....................................49
Standby .........................................................50
Contents
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~It is essential to read these instructions.
This tumble dryer conforms to 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.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users
are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.
Correct application
~This tumble dryer is not designed for commercial use. It is
intended for use in domestic households and similar working and
residential environments.
~The tumble dryer is not intended for outdoor use.
~It must only be used as a domestic appliance to dry items which
have been washed in a water solution and which are marked on the
manufacturer's care label as being suitable for tumble drying. If
using dry cleaning kits, do so at your own risk, and follow the
instructions provided on the packaging.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from
incorrect or improper use or operation.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~The 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 understand the hazards
involved.
Safety with children
~Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the tumble
dryer unless they are constantly supervised.
~Children 8 years and older may only use, clean or maintain the
tumble dryer without supervision if they have been shown how to do
so in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
~The tumble dryer is not a toy! To prevent the risk of injury, do not
allow children to play with it or near it, or to play with the controls.
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 tumble dryer.
~Before connecting the tumble dryer, ensure that the connection
data on the data plate (voltage and frequency) match the mains
electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
~The electrical safety of this tumble dryer can only be guaranteed
when correctly earthed. It is most important that this basic safety
requirement is observed and regularly tested, and where there is
any doubt, the household 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).
~Do not connect the tumble dryer to the mains electricity supply by
an extension lead. Extension leads do not guarantee the required
safety of the tumble dryer (e.g. danger of overheating).
~If the electrical connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced
by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from
danger.
~Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the
user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele approved service technician, otherwise any
subsequent damage will not be covered by the guarantee. Ensure
current is not supplied to the tumble dryer until after maintenance or
repair work has been carried out.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele
original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety
standards of the tumble dryer be guaranteed.
~The tumble dryer must be isolated from the electricity supply in
the event of a fault and during cleaning and maintenance.
~The tumble dryer must not be used in a non-stationary location
(e.g. on a ship).
~Do not make any alterations to the tumble dryer, unless
authorised to do so by Miele.
~In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or
other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the tumble dryer
and its surroundings 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
~To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried
in this appliance:
–items which have not been washed.
–items, such as workwear, which have not been thoroughly
cleaned and which are still soiled with grease, oil or other
deposits (such as cosmetics, lotions etc).
If items have not been thoroughly cleaned there is a danger that
these might self-ignite when heated, even after they have been
removed from the dryer at the end of the programme.
– items (e.g. mops and floor cloths) which have been treated with
inflammable cleaning agents or which contain residues of
acetone, alcohol, benzine, petrol, kerosene, stain remover,
turpentine, wax and wax remover or other chemicals.
– items which have been splashed with hair lacquer, hair spray, nail
varnish remover or similar substances.
When washing such heavily soiled items, ensure that you use
additional detergent and select a high temperature. If in doubt,
wash the items several times.
~Remove all items such as lighters and matches from pockets.
~Warning: Do not switch the tumble dryer off before the drying
programme has finished. If this is done, the laundry must be hung
up or spread out to cool it down.
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~To prevent the risk of fire, the following must not be tumble dried:
–items which have been cleaned using chemicals (e.g.
professional dry-cleaning agents).
–fabrics which contain a large proportion of rubber, foam rubber or
rubber-like materials. For example, products made from latex
foam rubber, shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubberised articles
and items of clothing and pillows with foam rubber filling.
–damaged items which contain padding or fillings (e.g. pillows,
jackets). When damaged, the filling can get out with the risk of
igniting in the dryer.
~In many programmes, the heating phase is followed by a cooling
down phase to ensure that the items are not too hot to handle when
you remove them (this also avoids the danger of the laundry
self-igniting). The programme is not finished until the cooling down
phase has been completed.
As soon as the programme has finished, remove all laundry from the
drum.
~Fabric conditioner and similar products must be used according
to the instructions on the manufacturer's packaging.
~Do not let anyone sit or lean on the door, as this can cause the
tumble dryer to tip up.
~Always close the door after use. This way you will avoid the
danger of:
–children climbing into the dryer or hiding things in it.
–pets or other small animals climbing into it.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~The dryer must not be used without the fluff filters in place or if
the fluff filters are damaged in any way.
~The fluff filters must be cleaned regularly.
~The dryer must not be used without the condenser unit in place.
~The fluff filters must be thoroughly dried after cleaning. Damp or
wet filters could cause operational faults.
~Do not install the tumble dryer in a room where there is a risk of
frost occurring. At temperatures around freezing point the tumble
dryer may not be able to operate properly. There is a risk of damage
if the condensed water is allowed to freeze in the pump and in the
drain hose. The ambient room temperature should be between +2°C
and +35°C.
~If the water is drained externally instead of being collected in the
condensed water container, make sure the drain hose is securely
attached if you hang it in a sink or basin to avoid the hose slipping
and the water causing damage.
~Condensed water is not drinking water.
It can cause health problems in both people and animals.
~Always keep the area around the tumble dryer free of dust and
fluff. Dust drawn into the tumble dryer can cause blockages in the
condenser unit over time.
~The tumble dryer must not be hosed down.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Accessories
~Only use genuine Miele original spare parts and accessories with
this tumble dryer.
If non-Miele parts are used, guarantee, performance and product
liability claims may be invalidated.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Control panel
aProgramme selector
For selecting the drying programme.
The programme selector can be turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.
bProgramme sequence and check lights
cStart button for starting a programme.
The Start indicator light will flash as soon as a programme can be started. It
lights up constantly once the programme has started.
djk button
For switching the dryer on and off.
The Finish/Anti-crease light will light up as confirmation that the dryer has been
switched on.
eDoor button
For opening the door / cancelling a programme. Pressing this button will open
the door even when the dryer is switched off at the mains.
Programmable functions
You can if you wish programme the dryer to suit your individual requirements.
Programmable functions are explained at the end of these operating instructions.
Drum lighting
If the dryer is switched on at the mains and the door is opened, the drum lighting
will come on. It will go out a few minutes later to save energy.
Operating the tumble dryer
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Garment care label symbols
Drying
qNormal/higher temperature
rReduced temperature:
Select Low temperature
(for delicate textiles)
sDo not tumble dry
Ironing
IHigh
HMedium
GLow
JDo not iron
Tips on drying
– Always observe the maximum
recommended loads given in the
"Programme chart". Do not overload
the drum.
Overloading can cause unnecessary
wear and tear to the laundry, give a
disappointing drying result and
cause more creasing.
–Do not put soaking wet items into the
tumble dryer. Spin items for at least
30 seconds before drying.
–Use the Automatic plus programme
for drying mixed loads of cottons and
minimum iron fabric.
–Open jackets so that they can dry
evenly.
–Woollens and wool blends tend to
become matted and shrink if dried in
a tumble dryer. They can, however,
be "fluffed up" using the Woollens
handcare programme.
–Down-filled garments have linings
which have a tendency to shrink,
depending on the quality of the item.
They can be partially dried using the
Smoothing programme.
–Pure linen should only be machine
dried if specified as suitable by the
manufacturer on the care label, as
the surface of the fabric may
otherwise become rough. They can
be partially dried using the
Smoothing programme.
–Loopknit garments (e.g. T-shirts and
underwear) tend to shrink depending
on their quality. Do not over-dry
these items. When purchasing these
garments it is advisable to take their
shrinkage properties into account.
– Minimum iron fabric tends to crease
more, the larger the load. This is
especially true of very fine weave
fabric, such as shirts or blouses.
Reduce the load or use the Minimum
iron - Hand iron programme.
–Starched laundry can be dried in the
tumble dryer. To achieve the usual
finish, double the amount of starch
should be used.
–New dark coloured garments should
be washed and dried separately
from light coloured garments to avoid
the danger of colours running and
discolouring other garments or even
plastic components in the dryer.
Dark coloured fibres can also settle
on light coloured garments and vice
versa.
Notes on laundry care
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Brief instructions
The headings numbered (A,B,C...)
show the operating sequence and can
be used as a brief guide to using your
dryer.
ASort the laundry
To ensure an even drying result
separate the washed laundry and sort it
according to:
. . . the drying level required
. . . the type of fibre or weave
. . . size
. . . the moisture content after spinning.
,Make sure that objects e.g.
detergent dispensing balls have
been removed from the laundry.
They could melt, and cause damage
to the dryer or the laundry.
– Check seams and stitching to ensure
that padding and linings are intact.
– Fasten duvet covers and pillow
cases to prevent small items from
being trapped inside them.
–Fasten hooks and eyes etc.
–Tie fabric belts and apron strings.
–Sew in or remove underwiring from
bras.
BTurn on the tumble dryer
^Switch the dryer on by pressing the
jk button.
The tumble dryer may be switched on
after loading, saving energy as the
lighting will not come on.
CLoad the tumble dryer
^Press the Door button to open the
door.
^Load the laundry loosely into the
drum.
Do not overload the drum. See the
"Programme chart" for
recommended loads for each pro-
gramme.
Overloading can cause unnecessary
wear and tear to the laundry and
give a disappointing drying result.
^Before closing the door make sure
the fluff filter is correctly positioned.
Check the laundry is right inside the
drum so that it cannot get trapped or
damaged when the door is shut.
^Shut the door either with a gentle
swing, or lean against it and push it
shut.
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DSelect a programme
^Turn the programme selector to the
required programme.
Tip: You can alter the residual moisture
or programme selection individually for
some programmes (see "Programmable
functions").
EStart the programme
^Press the Start button.
The indicator light for the Start button
will then change from flashing to being
on constantly.
The drying cycle begins.
Before the end of a programme
There is a cooling down phase at the
end of the drying sequence (the Cool
air indicator light will come on). The
programme will not finish until the
cooling down phase has been
completed.
There is no cooling down phase at the
end of the Woollens handcare and
Smoothing programmes.
FRemove the laundry at the end of
the programme
The Finish/Anti-crease indicator light
will come on.
After the programme has finished, the
drum will continue to rotate at intervals
in a special rhythm depending on the
programme selected to prevent laundry
creasing, if you do not wish to remove it
immediately. There is no anti-crease
phase on the Woollens handcare pro-
gramme. The duration of the
anti-crease phase can be altered; see
"Programmable functions".
During the anti-crease phase... . .
. . . (depending on the programme
selected) the indicator light for the
drying stage reached will also light up.
. . . the buzzer will sound at intervals.
^Press the Door button.
^Open the door.
^Remove the laundry.
Check that all items have been
removed from the drum. If items are
left in the dryer, they could be
damaged by overdrying when the
dryer is next used.
^Press the jk button to switch the
dryer off.
^Clean the fluff filters.
^Close the door.
^Empty the condensed water
container (unless the dryer has been
connected for external drainage).
^The condenser unit should be
checked and cleaned on a regular
basis (see "Cleaning and care").
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Once a programme has started
- changing the programme
You cannot change to another pro-
gramme once a programme has started
(this prevents unintentional alterations).
If you try and change a programme the
Finish/Anti-crease light will start
flashing.
You will need to cancel the current pro-
gramme before you can select a new
one.
- cancelling the programme and then
selecting a different programme
^Turn the programme selector to
Finish.
^Press the Door button.
^Close the door.
^Select another programme and start
it.
- cancelling the programme and then
removing the laundry
^Proceed as described in "Adding or
removing laundry after a programme
has started" below.
^Switch the dryer off after closing the
door.
Adding or removing laundry
after a programme has started
^Press the Door button.
^Open the door.
,Danger of burning:
Do not touch the back of the drum
when adding or removing items. The
drum and the items can get very hot.
^Add or remove items as required.
^Close the door.
^Press the Start button.
Changing the programme sequence
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Cottons Max. load 7 kg*
Normal+, Normal**
Use for Single and multi-layered cotton fabrics such as towelling, T-shirts,
underwear, flannelette bed linen and baby clothes
Low temperature
Use for All fabric with the rsymbol on the care label and which are
suitable for drying with the Cottons programme.
Note Delicate laundry is dried at a lower temperature.
Hand iron**, Machine iron
Use for Cotton or linen fabric, e.g. table linen, bed linen, starched laundry
Note To prevent laundry from drying out it should be rolled up until you
are ready for ironing.
Minimum iron Max. load 3 kg*
Normal**, Hand iron
Use for Minimum iron cotton, synthetic and mixed fibre fabric,
e.g. tops, dresses, trousers, skirts and table cloths.
Note With the Hand iron drying level, items are dried with very little
creasing, depending on fabric type and amount of laundry.
Low temperature
Use for All fabric with the rsymbol on the care label and which are
suitable for drying with the Minimum iron programme.
Note Delicate laundry is dried at a lower temperature.
* Weight of dry laundry
Note for test institutes:
–**Programme setting for testing according to EN 61121 standard
–When selecting the Cottons programme, drain the condensed water away
through the drainage hose.
Programme chart
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Automatic plus Max. load 5 kg*
Use for Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum
iron programmes.
Timed drying Max. load 6 kg*
30 min warm air
Use for –Drying voluminous and multi-layered fabric whose layers have
different drying characteristics, e.g. jackets, pillows.
–For drying individual items, e.g. bath towels, swimwear,
tea-towels.
15 min cool air
Use for Any item which only needs airing.
Woollens handcare Max. load 2 kg*
Use for Woollen and woollen mix fabric.
Notes – This programme only fluffs up and refreshes woollen garments.
They are not dried completely by this programme.
– Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and
leave to finish drying at room temperature.
Smoothing Max. load 3 kg*
Use for –Cotton and linen fabric
–Minimum iron items made of mixed fibre, cotton or synthetic
fabrics trousers, anoraks, shirts
Notes –Smooths out creasing caused during the spin cycle in the
washing machine.
–Garments are not completely dried in this programme.
–Remove garments as soon as the programme has finished and
leave to finish drying at room temperature.
* Weight of dry laundry
Programme chart
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Emptying the condensed
water container
The condensed water will be collected
in the condensed water container
unless the dryer has been connected
for external drainage (see "Installation").
Empty the condensed water
container after every drying pro-
gramme.
The Empty container indicator will light
up if the maximum level of the
condensed water container is reached.
The indicator light will go out when the
door is opened and closed again.
^Pull out the condensed water
container.
^To prevent water running out, hold it
at the front and towards the back and
keep it in a horizontal position when
carrying it.
^Empty the container.
^Replace the container in the dryer.
,Condensed water should not be
consumed. It could lead to health
problems for people and animals.
Condensed water can be put to
household use (e.g. in a steam iron or
humidifier). To ensure that any residual
particles of fluff in the condensed water
are removed before use, pass it
through a fine sieve or paper filter first.
Cleaning and care
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