Miele T8722 User manual

Operating instructions
for vented tumble dryer
T 8722
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. 07 847 000
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
"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 filter is clean
before using the dryer.
– Check all parts of the ventilation
system on a regular basis and
remove any build up of fluff etc.
–The vent ducting should be as short,
straight and smooth as possible to
minimise any resistance to the air
throughflow.
Caring for the environment
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Caring for the environment..........................................2
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................6
Operating the tumble dryer.........................................14
Control panel .....................................................14
Notes on laundry care .............................................16
Garment care label symbols .........................................16
Tips on drying ....................................................16
How to dry correctly ..............................................17
Brief instructions ..................................................17
Extra options / Delay start..........................................20
Extra options .....................................................20
Low temperature................................................20
Buzzer........................................................20
Delay start .......................................................20
Programme chart .................................................21
Changing the programme sequence .................................24
Once a programme has started ......................................24
- changing the programme........................................24
- cancelling the programme and then selecting a different programme .....24
- cancelling the programme and then removing the laundry ..............24
Altering Delay start ................................................24
Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................24
Time remaining ...................................................24
Electronic system lock ............................................25
Contents
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Cleaning and care ................................................26
Cleaning the fluff filter ..............................................26
Cleaning the grilles in the door opening ................................27
Cleaning the tumble dryer ...........................................27
Problem solving guide ............................................28
Check and fault messages ..........................................28
An unsatisfactory drying result .......................................31
Other problems ...................................................32
Changing the lamp ................................................34
After Sales service................................................35
Repairs..........................................................35
Future updates (PC) ...............................................35
Appliance guarantee ...............................................35
Optional accessories ...............................................35
Installation and connection ........................................36
Front view........................................................36
Rear view ........................................................37
Installation site ....................................................37
Transporting the appliance to its installation site .......................37
Building under a continous worktop / in a kitchen run ...................37
Levelling the appliance...........................................38
Washer-dryer stack..............................................38
Electrical connection .............................................39
Electrical connection U.K. ...........................................39
Contents
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Installation - venting ..............................................40
General .........................................................40
Calculating the total duct length : .....................................41
Installation to the rear, left or right side of the appliance ...................42
Venting systems...................................................43
aFlexible ducting hose ............................................43
bPlastic piping...................................................45
cConnect directly to a wall vent .....................................46
Washer-dryer stack ................................................47
Consumption data ................................................48
Technical data ...................................................49
Programmable functions...........................................50
Altering the residual moisture level in the Cottons programme...............50
Altering the residual moisture level in the Minimum iron programme ..........51
Anti-crease ......................................................52
Altering the volume of the buzzer .....................................53
Altering the standard drying level in 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 range of the drying levels ................................62
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
6

~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
9

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.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~Danger.
This tumble dryer must not be connected to a controllable socket
(e.g. a timer switch or a peak load shut-off device).
If the dryer programme were to be interrupted before the end of the
cooling down phase, the laundry could self-combust.
~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 tumble dryer must not be used without the fluff filter in place
or if the fluff filter is damaged in any way.
~The fluff filter must be cleaned regularly.
~The dryer must not be used without vent ducting in place.
~The dryer must not be connected to a chimney or vent flue which
is in use.
~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. The ambient room
temperature should be between +2°C and +35°C.
~Check all parts of the extraction system on a regular basis (e.g.
wall vent, external grille, bends in the ducting etc.) and make sure
they are all free of any hindrance. A build-up of fluff will prevent a
free flow of air through the system. If the dryer is to be connected to
an existing ducting system, this must be checked for suitability
beforehand.
~The exhaust air must not be vented into a chimney or vent flue
which is in use, nor should it be connected to ducting which
ventilates rooms with fireplaces. It would be dangerous if smoke or
exhaust fumes were drawn back into the room.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~Adequate ventilation is essential to avoid the danger of
asphyxia and toxic fumes where another appliance which also
uses the room air (e.g. gas, oil or coal fired heater, continuous flow
or other water heater) is installed in the same or an adjacent room.
To ensure safe operation, and to prevent gases 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 in the external wall which cannot be closed or blocked,
or
– by fitting a window contact switch which ensures that the tumble
dryer can only be operated when the window is open.
To ensure safe operation of your dryer and to avoid an
underpressure of 4 Pa or more, please seek professional advice.
~Always keep the area around the tumble dryer free of dust and
fluff. Dust drawn into the tumble dryer can cause blockages.
~The tumble dryer must not be hosed down.
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
aLow temperature button
Delicate fabrics are dried at a lower
temperature.
bDrying level button
with indicator lights to show the
drying level selected.
cDisplay
See next page.
dDelay start button
This button is used for:
- Delaying the start of a programme
- Selecting the duration of the timed
drying Warm air and Cool air
programmes
eBuzzer button
An audible tone sounds at the end of
the programme.
fPerfect Dry indicator
For all programmes with a selectable
drying level. See next page.
gCheck lights
For a description of these, see
"Problem solving guide" / "After sales
service".
hStart/Stop button
For starting or cancelling a
programme.
The button flashes while a
programme is being selected and
then lights up constantly when the
programme has started.
iProgramme selector
with indicator lights to show the
programme selected.
jDoor button
Pressing this button will open the
door even when the dryer is
switched off at the mains.
kOn/Off button jk
For switching the dryer on and off.
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The display shows:
–Programme duration
–Programme stage
Drying
Cooling down
Finish
–Check and fault messages
The following are also selected via
the display:
–Duration of the Warm air and Cool air
programmes
– Delay start
You can select a programme and set
it to start at a later time.
The programme will start
automatically once the delay start
time has a elapsed.
– Programmable functions
Default settings can be altered to
adapt the dryer to different
requirements. See "Programmable
functions" at the end of this booklet
for more details.
Perfect Dry indicator
The Perfect Dry system measures the
residual content in the laundry in the
sensor drying programmes to ensure
perfect drying results.
After a programme has started, the
electronics will estimate the duration of
the programme (time remaining). The
Perfect Dry indicator will flash while this
is happening.
After a short while, the programme
duration will appear in the display and
the indicator will go out.
The Perfect Dry indicator will light up
again when the selected drying level is
reached and remain on until the
programme is finished.
The Perfect Dry indicator does not light
up during time controlled programmes:
Woollens handcare, Cool air, Warm air,
Gentle smoothing.
Programme duration /
Estimated time remaining
The estimated duration (time remaining)
will appear in the display.
The following factors all affect the
estimated time remaining: residual
moisture content after spinning; type of
fabric; size of load; room temperature;
fluctuations in power supply.
The electronics continually assess
conditions in the dryer and adjust the
estimated time remaining for a more
accurate reading. Because of this, the
time displayed can alter during the
course of a programme.
Programmes can also finish earlier than
expected, if, for example, particularly
fine fabrics are being dried, the load is
very small or items were partially dry
beforehand.
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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
IVery hot
HHot
GWarm
JDo not iron
Tips on drying
– Always observe the maximum
recommended loads given in the
"Programme chart". Never 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 fabrics for at least
30 seconds before drying.
–Open jackets so that they can dry
evenly.
–Use the Automatic plus programme
for drying mixed loads of cotton and
minimum iron fabrics.
–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
Gentle 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.
–Loopknit garments (e.g. T-shirts and
underwear) tend to shrink depending
on their quality. Do not over-dry
these textiles. When purchasing
these garments it is advisable to take
their shrinkage properties into
account.
– Minimum iron fabrics tend to crease
more, the larger the load. This is also
the case for garments made from
very fine weave fabrics, such as
shirts or blouses.
If in doubt, divide the garments into
smaller loads.
–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 sort
laundry 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
On/Off jk button in.
The tumble dryer may be switched on
after loading, saving energy as the light
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
programme.
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
^Select the programme you want.
The indicator for the programme
selected will light up.
A drying level or extra option indicator
may also light up and the duration may
also be displayed.
Drying level programmes
–Cottons, Minimum iron, Delicates,
Proofing, Express, Automatic plus,
Denim, Shirts
^Press the drying level button
repeatedly until the indicator for the
drying level you want lights up (for
almost all programmes).
Any of the four drying levels can be
selected for the Cottons and Express
programmes. A more limited range is
available when using other
programmes and with some the drying
level is pre-set and cannot be changed.
Note
You can extend the range of the drying
levels for some programmes (see
"Programmable functions").
Woollens handcare, Gentle
smoothing
–This programme cannot be changed.
Selecting the duration of the timed
drying Cool air and Warm air
programmes
The indicator light for the Delay start
button will flash when the Cool air or
Warm air programme is selected.
^Press the Delay start button
repeatedly until the required duration
shows in the display.
You can select the duration in stages
for:
–Cool air: from 20 minutes up to 1:00
hour.
–Warm air: from 15 minutes up to 2:00
hours.
ESelect any Extra options / Delay
start
^Low temperature, Buzzer and Delay
start (see "Extra options/Delay start)"
are selected by pressing the
appropriate button.
Anti-crease (see next page) is
permanently switched on.
N.B.: It is not possible to select Delay
start when using the Warm air or Cool
air programmes.
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FStart the programme
The Start/Stop button will flash when a
programme is being selected. The
flashing indicates that a programme
can be started.
^Press the Start/Stop button.
The Start/Stop button will now light up
constantly.
The Perfect Dry indicator will flash or
light up constantly with the sensor
controlled drying programmes. It will
not come on at all with timed drying
programmes (see "Operating the
tumble dryer").
Note: The duration shown in the display
is an estimate and can vary.
Before the end of a programme
There is a cooling down phase at the
end of the drying sequence (Cooling
down will appear in the display). 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
programme.
GRemove the laundry when the
programme has finished
0and Finish will appear in the display
to indicate that the programme has
finished. The buzzer (if selected) will
sound at intervals.
The drum will continue to rotate at
intervals for up to two hours to prevent
laundry creasing, if you do not wish to
remove it immediately (anti-crease).
There is no anti-crease phase at the
end of the Woollens handcare
programme.
^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.
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.
^Switch the dryer off by pressing the
jk button.
^After every cycle, remove the fluff
from the fluff filter in the door.
^Close the door.
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Extra options
Low temperature
Delicate and minimum iron fabrics with
the rsymbol on the care label (e.g.
acrylic garments) are dried at a lower
temperature. The programme duration
is longer.
On some programmes Low
temperature is permanently activated
and so cannot be deselected.
Buzzer
A buzzer sounds (at intervals for a
maximum of 1 hr) to let you know the
programme has finished.
A continuous alarm will sound if there is
a fault even if the buzzer has been
switched off.
Delay start
You can delay the start of a programme
by 30 minutes up to 24 hours.
^Select a programme.
^Press the Delay start button
repeatedly until the required delay
period shows in the display.
–The Delay start indicator light will
flash.
–Times of up to 10^ are selected in
steps of half an hour, and more than
10^ in one-hour steps.
–If you keep the Delay start button
pressed in, the time will continue to
increase up to 24^.
To begin delay start
^Press the Start/Stop button.
–The Delay start indicator will light up
constantly.
–Delay start times of more than 10^
will count down in hours, and of less
than 10^ in minutes to the start of the
programme.
–The drum will turn briefly every hour
to help prevent creasing.
To cancel / alter delay start
^Press the Start/Stop button to cancel
delay start.
^To alter the delay start time, press the
Delay start button repeatedly until the
required delay period shows in the
display.
^Press the Start/Stop button to start
the altered delay start time counting
down from the beginning again.
To add laundry after the delay start
time has started counting down
While the delay start time is counting
down, you can still add laundry to the
drum:
^Switch the dryer off.
Opening the door without switching the
dryer off will cancel delay start.
^Open the door and add the laundry.
^Close the door and switch the dryer
back on again.
Extra options / Delay start
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