Miele T 8823 C User manual

Operating instructions
for condenser tumble dryer
T 8823 C
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. 07 847 190
en - AU, NZ

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.
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
offered for recycling.
Disposal of your old appliance
or machine
Electrical and electronic appliances /
machines 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 or machine. Therefore,
please do not dispose of your old
machine or appliance with your
household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre and ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
It should be unplugged or disconnected
from the mains electricity supply by a
competent person.
The plug must be rendered useless
and the cable cut off directly behind the
appliance or the machine to prevent
misuse.
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
Programme 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 .....................................6
Operating the tumble dryer.........................................15
Control panel .....................................................15
Notes on laundry care .............................................17
Care symbols.....................................................17
Tips on drying ....................................................17
How to dry correctly ..............................................18
Brief instructions ..................................................18
Extra options/Delay start...........................................21
Extra options .....................................................21
Low temperature................................................21
Buzzer........................................................21
Delay start .......................................................21
Programme chart .................................................22
Changing the programme sequence .................................25
Once a programme has started ......................................25
- changing the programme........................................25
- cancelling the programme and then selecting a different programme .....25
- cancelling the programme and then removing the laundry ..............25
Changing Delay start ...............................................25
Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................25
Time remaining ...................................................25
Electronic system lock ............................................26
Contents
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Cleaning and care ................................................27
Emptying the condensed water container...............................27
Cleaning the fluff filters .............................................28
Cleaning them whilst dry .........................................28
Cleaning them with water .........................................29
Cleaning the tumble dryer ...........................................29
Cleaning the condenser unit .........................................30
Removing the condenser unit......................................30
Checking the condenser unit ......................................31
Cleaning the condenser unit.......................................31
Replacing the condenser unit......................................32
Problem solving guide ............................................33
Problem solving guide ..............................................33
Check and fault messages in the display ...............................33
An unsatisfactory drying result .......................................36
Other problems ...................................................37
Changing the lamp ................................................39
After Sales service................................................40
Future updates (PC) ...............................................40
Optional accessories ...............................................40
Installation ......................................................41
Front view........................................................41
Rear view ........................................................42
Installation site ....................................................42
Transporting the machine to its installation site ........................42
Building under a continuous worktop / in a kitchen run ..................42
Levelling the machine............................................43
Room ventilation ................................................43
Washer-dryer stack..............................................43
Before moving the tumble dryer again (e.g. when moving houses).........43
External condensed water outlet ......................................44
Arranging the drain hose .........................................44
External drainage via a sink or gully ................................45
Installation conditions requiring a non-return valve .....................45
Electrical connection ...............................................47
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Consumption data ................................................48
Technical data ...................................................49
Programmable functions...........................................50
Extending the range of the drying level for the "Cottons" programme..........50
Extending the drying level for the "Minimum iron" programme ...............51
Anti-crease setting.................................................52
Altering the volume of the buzzer .....................................53
Extending the drying level for the "Automatic plus" programme ..............54
Extending the cooling down time .....................................55
Standby .........................................................56
Memory function ..................................................58
Clean out airways indicator ..........................................59
Keypad tone .....................................................60
Adjusting the dryer's electronics for very soft water .......................61
Extending the drying level range......................................62
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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 designed for domestic use and for use in
similar environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed &
breakfasts and other typical living quarters. This does not include
common/shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels,
motels or bed & breakfasts.
~This tumble dryer must only be used 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. "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 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 of the tumble dryer.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~The tumble dryer is not intended for outdoor use.
~This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised whilst
using it or have been shown how to use it correctly by a person
responsible for their safety.
~This tumble dryer must not be installed and operated in mobile
installations (e.g. on a ship).
Safety with children
~Keep children away from the tumble dryer at all times. It is not a
toy! To avoid the risk of injury do not allow them to play on or near it
or to play with its controls. Supervise children whilst you are using it.
~Older children may only use it if its operation has been clearly
explained to them, and they are able to use it safely, recognising the
dangers of incorrect use.
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 connected load) 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 continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing
system which complies with current local and national safety
regulations. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is
present 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).
~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. Ensure current
is not supplied to the tumble dryer until after maintenance or repair
work has been carried out.
~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.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~If the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by a
Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger.
~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, or the screw-out fuse is removed
(in countries where this is applicable).
~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 warranty.
~Do not make any alterations to the tumble dryer, unless
authorised to do so by Miele.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct use
,Caution! Risk of fire.
To avoid the possible danger of fire, please
read these warnings carefully.
,A clogged filter is a fire hazard!
The fluff filter must be cleaned after every programme.
~Remove all objects from pockets such as lighters and matches.
~To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried
in this tumble dryer:
– 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
desposits (such as cosmetics, lotions etc).
If items have not been thoroughly cleaned, there is a danger that
these might ignite when heated, even after they have been
removed from the dryer at the end of the programme.
–Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil,
acetone, petrol, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes, wax
removers and other chemicals (e.g. mops and floor cloths) should
be washed in hot water with extra detergent before being dried in
the tumble dryer.
–Items which have been splashed with hair lacquer, hair spray, nail
polish remover or similar substances.
Warning and Safety instructions
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