Miele T 8861 WP Edition 111 User manual

Operating instructions
for heat pump tumble dryer
T 8861 WP 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. 09 402 480
en - AU, NZ

Disposal of the packing
material
The packing material protects the
tumble dryer from transport damage.
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
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 therefore
dispose of the appliance with your
household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre or contact your Chartered Agent
for advice.
Ensure that your old appliance 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 poorer quality of
drying and may cause unnecessary
creasing.
– Make sure that the room temperature
is not too high. If there are other heat
producing appliances in the room in
which the dryer is located, make sure
the room is well ventilated and switch
the other appliances off if possible.
– After every cycle, remove the fluff
from the surfaces of the fluff filters
(see "Cleaning and Care").
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
Gentle tumble ..................................................21
Buzzer........................................................21
Delay start .......................................................21
Programme chart .................................................22
Changing the programme sequence .................................25
Once a programme has started ......................................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
Cleaning and care ................................................26
Emptying the condensed water container...............................26
Adhering to cleaning intervals ........................................27
When to clean the surfaces of the fluff filters ..........................27
When to clean the fine filter .......................................27
Contents
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Surfaces of the fluff filters ...........................................28
Cleaning without water ...........................................28
Cleaning with water .............................................29
Refitting the filters ...............................................29
Fine filter ........................................................30
Removing the fine filter ...........................................30
Cleaning the fine filter ............................................30
Cleaning the fine filter cover panel ..................................31
Cleaning the heat exchanger unit compartment .......................31
Replacing the fine filter ...........................................32
Cleaning the tumble dryer ...........................................32
Problem solving guide ............................................33
Problem solving guide ..............................................33
Check and fault messages ..........................................33
An unsatisfactory drying result .......................................35
Other problems ...................................................36
Cleaning the cooling fins (Grille at bottom right) ..........................38
Changing the lamp ................................................39
After Sales service................................................40
Future updates (PC) ...............................................40
Optional accessories ...............................................40
Installation and connection ........................................41
Front view........................................................41
Rear view ........................................................42
Transporting the dryer ..............................................42
Installation site ....................................................43
Building under a continuous worktop/in a row of kitchen units ............43
Levelling the machine............................................44
Washer-dryer stack..............................................44
External condensed water outlet ......................................45
Arranging the drain hose .........................................45
External drainage via a sink or gully ................................46
Installation conditions requiring a non-return valve .....................46
Electrical connection ...............................................48
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Consumption data ................................................49
Technical data ...................................................50
Electronic system lock ............................................52
Programmable functions...........................................53
Extending the range of the drying level for the "Cottons" programme..........53
Extending the drying level for the "Minimum iron" programme ...............54
Altering the Anti-crease function ......................................55
Altering the volume of the buzzer .....................................56
Extending the drying level for the "Automatic plus" programme ..............57
Setting Standby ...................................................58
Memory function ..................................................60
Keypad tone .....................................................61
Adjusting the dryer's electronics for very soft water .......................62
Extending the drying level range......................................63
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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 suitable 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 appliance, make sure that the connection
data on the data plate (voltage and rated load) match the mains
electricity supply. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
~The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing
system. 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).
~The heat pump technology in the
tumble dryer uses a refrigerant which is condensed by a
compressor. It is led in a closed circuit through the heat exchanger
unit where heat exchange with the circulating drying air takes place.
It is normal for humming noises caused by the heat pump
technology to be heard during the drying process. This does not
impair the efficient functioning of the dryer.
–The refrigerant is not flammable or explosive.
–In general it is not necessary to leave the dryer standing for any
length of time before it is connected to the mains provided it has
been transported and installed correctly (see "Installation").
~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 appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
Warning and Safety instructions
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~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.
~Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele
spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety
standards of the tumble dryer be guaranteed.
~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 withdrawn.
~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 appliance 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.
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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