Miele TWF 720 WP User manual

Operating instructions
Heat pump tumble dryer
It is essential to read these operating instructions before installing
and using the appliance. This prevents both personal injury and
damage to the appliance.
en-AU, NZ M.-Nr. 11 495 210

Contents
2
Caring for the environment ............................................................................. 5
Warning and Safety instructions ..................................................................... 6
Operating the tumble dryer .............................................................................. 17
Control panel....................................................................................................... 17
How the control panel works .............................................................................. 18
Before using for the first time .......................................................................... 20
Downtime after installation.................................................................................. 20
Energy saving tips ............................................................................................. 21
1. Notes on correct laundry care ..................................................................... 22
Points to note regarding washed laundry............................................................ 22
Preparing the laundry before drying.................................................................... 22
Drying .................................................................................................................. 23
Care label symbols ......................................................................................... 23
Selecting the correct drying level................................................................... 23
2. Loading the tumble dryer ............................................................................. 24
Loading the laundry............................................................................................. 24
3. Selecting a programme and starting it........................................................ 25
Selecting a programme ....................................................................................... 25
Selecting a drying level with a drying programme ......................................... 25
Selecting timed drying programmes and other programmes ........................ 26
Selecting Gentletumble ...................................................................................... 26
Selecting Delay start ........................................................................................... 27
4. Removing the laundry at the end of the programme ................................. 29
End of programme/Anti-crease ........................................................................... 29
Removing the laundry ......................................................................................... 29
Programme chart .............................................................................................. 30
Changing the programme sequence............................................................... 33
Changing a programme after it has started ........................................................ 33
Adding or removing laundry ................................................................................ 33
Condensed water container ............................................................................. 34
Emptying the condensed water container .......................................................... 34
Fragrance flacon................................................................................................ 35
FragranceDos – 2 positions for inserting a fragrance flacon ............................... 35

Contents
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Using a fragrance flacon ..................................................................................... 35
Removing the protective seal from the fragrance flacon................................ 35
Inserting the fragrance flacon......................................................................... 36
Opening the fragrance flacon.............................................................................. 37
Closing the fragrance flacon ............................................................................... 37
Removing/replacing the fragrance flacon ........................................................... 38
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 39
Fluff filters............................................................................................................ 39
Removing the fragrance flacon ...................................................................... 39
Removing visible fluff ..................................................................................... 39
Cleaning the fluff filters and air flow openings thoroughly ............................. 40
Cleaning the fluff filters with water ................................................................. 41
Cleaning the plinth filter....................................................................................... 42
Removing the plinth filter ............................................................................... 42
Cleaning the plinth filter.................................................................................. 43
Cleaning the plinth filter flap........................................................................... 44
Cleaning the dryer ............................................................................................... 44
Problem solving guide ...................................................................................... 45
Indicator lights or information in the time display ............................................... 45
Unsatisfactory drying results............................................................................... 48
The drying process takes a long time. ................................................................ 49
Other problems ................................................................................................... 50
Replacing the plinth filter..................................................................................... 51
Regenerating the plinth filter ............................................................................... 53
Checking the heat exchanger.............................................................................. 53
Service................................................................................................................ 54
Contact in case of fault ....................................................................................... 54
Optional accessories........................................................................................... 54
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 54
Installation.......................................................................................................... 55
Front view ............................................................................................................ 55
Rear view............................................................................................................. 56
Transporting the tumble dryer ............................................................................. 56
Transporting the tumble dryer to its installation site ...................................... 56
Installation ........................................................................................................... 57
Levelling the dryer .......................................................................................... 57
Downtime after installation............................................................................. 57
Ventilation....................................................................................................... 58
Before moving the tumble dryer again (e.g. when moving house)................. 58
Additional installation requirements .................................................................... 58

Contents
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Externally draining condensed water .................................................................. 59
Installation conditions requiring a non-return valve ....................................... 59
Arranging the drain hose ................................................................................ 60
Examples........................................................................................................ 60
Changing the door hinging.................................................................................. 62
Changing the hinging over ............................................................................. 62
Refitting .......................................................................................................... 67
Electrical connection .......................................................................................... 68
Technical data.................................................................................................... 69
Consumption data............................................................................................. 70
Programmable functions .................................................................................. 71
Programming ....................................................................................................... 71
 Cottons drying levels..................................................................................... 73
 Minimum iron drying levels........................................................................... 73
Cooling temperature .................................................................................... 73
 Buzzer volume.............................................................................................. 73
 Keypad tone................................................................................................. 74
 PIN Code ...................................................................................................... 74
 Conductivity ................................................................................................. 74
 Control panel standby status ......................................................................... 75
 Memory.......................................................................................................... 75
 Anti-crease .................................................................................................... 75
 Buzzer is active ............................................................................................. 76
 Airways indicator.......................................................................................... 76
 Backlight brightness dimmed....................................................................... 76

Caring for the environment
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Disposal of the packing
material
The packaging is designed to protect
the appliance from damage during
transportation. The packaging materials
used are selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and should be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also
reduces the amount of waste in landfill
sites. 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.
Disposing of your old
appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain valuable materials. They
also contain specific materials,
compounds and components, which
were essential for their correct function
and safety. These could be hazardous
to human health and to the environment
if disposed of with your domestic waste
or if handled incorrectly. Please do not,
therefore, dispose of your old appliance
with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre for electrical and electronic
appliances. You are also responsible for
deleting any personal data that may be
stored on the appliance prior to
disposal. Please ensure that your old
appliance poses no risk to children
while being stored prior to disposal.

Warning and Safety instructions
6
 It is essential to read these instructions.
This tumble dryer complies with current local and national 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 is not suitable for outdoor use.
 It 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. If using dry cleaning kits,
do so at your own risk, and follow the instructions provided on the
packaging.
Any other applications may be dangerous. Miele cannot be held
liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or
operation.

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 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 by a person responsible
for their safety.
Safety with children
 Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.
 Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has
been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
 Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the tumble
dryer unsupervised.
 Please supervise children in the vicinity of the tumble dryer and do
not let them play with it.

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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 (fuse rating, voltage and frequency) matches
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 essential that this standard safety
requirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the household wiring
system tested by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable
for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric
shock).
 Reliable and safe operation of this tumble dryer can only be
assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
 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).
 If the connection cable is faulty, it must only be replaced by a
Miele authorised 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 authorised service technician, otherwise any
subsequent damage will not be covered by the warranty.
 Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele spare
parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when
Miele replacement parts are used.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 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 circuit breaker.
 This tumble dryer must not be installed and operated in mobile
installations (e.g. on a ship).
 Do not make any alterations to the tumble dryer, unless authorised
to do so by Miele.
 Heat pump technology and refrigerant:
The heat pump in this tumble dryer uses a gaseous refrigerant. The
refrigerant, which is brought to a higher temperature and liquefied by
condensing, is transferred in a closed circuit through the heat
exchanger unit where heat exchange takes place with the circulating
drying air.
Damage to the tumble dryer by switching it on too soon.
This can damage the heat pump.
After setting up the tumble dryer, wait for at least one hour before
switching it on.
- The humming noises caused by the heat pump during the drying
process are normal. They do not impair the efficient functioning of
the dryer.
- The refrigerant is not flammable or explosive.

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 Please observe the instructions in “Installation” and “Technical
data”.
 The plug and socket must be accessible at all times in order to be
able to disconnect the tumble dryer from the power supply.
 Do not block the gap between the bottom of the tumble dryer and
the floor with plinth facings, deep pile carpet etc. This would hinder a
sufficient flow of air to the tumble dryer.
 Make sure the dryer door can be opened without hindrance after
installation.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct use
Warning: Risk of fire / Flammable materials.
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.
 The maximum load for this tumble dryer is 8.0 kg (dry weight). See
the “Programme chart” for the maximum recommended loads for
individual programmes.
 To prevent the risk of fire, do not connect the tumble dryer via a
controllable socket (e.g. a timer or a peak-load switch-off device).
If the drying programme is interrupted before the end of the cooling
down phase, this could cause the laundry to self-ignite.

Warning and Safety instructions
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 To prevent the risk of fire, the following textiles must not be dried
in this tumble dryer:
- Items which have not been washed.
- Items which have been cleaned using chemicals (e.g. professional
dry-cleaning agents).
- 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).
- Items which have been splashed with hair lacquer, hair spray, nail
varnish remover or similar substances.
- 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 fabrics which contain padding or fillings (e.g. pillows,
jackets). When damaged, the filling can get out with the risk of it
igniting in the dryer.
When washing such heavily soiled items ensure that you use
sufficient detergent and select a high temperature. If in doubt,
wash the items several times.

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 Oil-affected items can ignite spontaneously, especially when
exposed to heat sources such as in a tumble dryer.
The items become warm, causing an oxidation reaction in the oil.
Oxidation creates heat.
If the heat cannot escape, the items can become hot enough to
catch fire. Piling, stacking or storing oil-affected items can prevent
heat from escaping and so create a fire hazard.
If it is unavoidable that fabrics contaminated with vegetable or
cooking oil, or hair care products, be placed in a tumble dryer, they
should first be washed in hot water with extra detergent - this will
reduce, but not eliminate, the hazard.
 Remove all items from pockets (e.g. lighters, matches).
 Warning: Ensure that you always wait until the end of the
programme before removing the laundry. If the drying programme is
stopped prematurely, remove the laundry immediately and hang it up
or spread it out to cool it down.
 Fabric softener and similar products must be used according to
the instructions on the manufacturer's packaging.
 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.
 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 onto or into the dryer or hiding things in it.
- pets or other small animals climbing into it.

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 The tumble dryer must not be used
- without the fluff filters in place or with damaged fluff filters.
- without the plinth filter in place or with a damaged plinth filter.
This would cause an excessive build-up of fluff which in turn would
cause a fault.
 The fluff filters must be cleaned after every drying cycle.
Fluff must not be allowed to accumulate around the tumble dryer.
 The fluff filters and the plinth filter must be thoroughly dried after
cleaning. Do not replace them if they are damp or wet. 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 hoses.
 If the water is drained externally through the drain hose instead of
being collected in the condensed water container, make sure the
drain hose is securely attached if you hang it in a laundry tub 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 heat
exchanger over time.
 The tumble dryer must not be hosed down.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Using a fragrance flacon (optional accessory)
 Only use genuine Miele original fragrance flacons.
 The fragrance flacon must be stored in its packaging so please
make sure you retain this.
 Caution. The fragrance can run out of the flacon. Make sure that
you always keep the flacon, or the fluff filter with the flacon inserted
in it, upright when carrying and do not tip it or place it down on any
surface.
 Use an absorbent cloth immediately to wipe up any fragrance
which has run out of the flacon onto the floor, the dryer or any dryer
components (e.g. the fluff filter).
 If fragrance which has run out of a flacon should come in contact
with the skin - wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water; come
in contact with the eyes - rinse the eyes with clean water for at least
15minutes; be swallowed - rinse out the mouth thoroughly with
clean water. Seek medical advice in the case of contact with the
eyes or if fragrance has been swallowed.
 If fragrance which has run out of a flacon comes in contact with
clothing, change the clothing immediately. Wash the clothing or any
cloths used for mopping up fragrance thoroughly with plenty of
water and detergent.
 There is the risk of fire or damage to the tumble dryer if the
following instructions are not observed:
- Never refill a flacon with fragrance.
- Never use a faulty fragrance flacon.
 Dispose of an empty fragrance flacon with the household waste
and never use it for any other purpose.
 Please also observe the information supplied with the fragrance
flacon.

Warning and Safety instructions
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Accessories
 Only use genuine Miele spare parts and accessories with this
appliance. If spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers
are used, this will invalidate the warranty, and Miele cannot accept
liability.
 A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked on top of a Miele washing
machine using the appropriate stacking kit (available as an optional
accessory). Please make sure you order the correct one for the Miele
washing machine and Miele tumble dryer.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-
compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.

Operating the tumble dryer
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Control panel
aControl panel
bSensors for the drying levels
cIndicator lights   
light up when necessary
dGentletumble sensor
for gentle drying
eTime display
for the programme duration
fSensors   
for time selection
gStart/Add laundry sensor
for programme start and adding
laundry
hOptical interface
for service technicians
iProgramme selector
for selecting programmes and for
switching off. The dryer is switched
on by selecting a programme, and
switched off by turning the
programme selector to the 
position.

Operating the tumble dryer
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How the control panel works
The , , , and  sensors react to
fingertip contact. Selection is possible
as long as the respective sensor is
illuminated.
If a sensor is brightly lit, this means it is
currently selected.
If a sensor is dimly lit, this means it can
be selected.
 Sensors for the drying levels
After selecting a drying programme with
the programme selector, the proposed
drying level lights up.
Drying levels that can be selected are
dimly lit.
 Indicator lights
-
lights up when the condensed water
container needs to be emptied.
-
lights up when the plinth filter needs
to be cleaned.
- Perfect Dry
The Perfect Dry system measures the
residual moisture present in the
laundry in programmes with
selectable drying levels and provides
a more precise drying result.
The PerfectDry  display
– will flash until the programme
duration has been determined, and
then go out.
– will light up again when the
selected drying level is reached
and remain on until the end of the
programme.
– does not light up at all with the
programmes Woollens handcare,
Warm air.
 Gentletumble sensor
For drying temperature-sensitive textiles
with the  symbol. When the sensor is
touched, Gentletumble lights up
brightly.
With some programmes, Gentletumble
is always active (lights up brightly) or
inactive (does not light up).

Operating the tumble dryer
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 Time display
The remaining programme duration will
be displayed in hours and minutes.
With most programmes, the duration
displayed may vary or “jump”. The
following factors, among others, affect
the programme duration displayed: the
quantity of the laundry, the type of
fabric and the residual moisture in the
laundry. The electronics will continually
assess the conditions and adjust the
programme duration with increasing
accuracy.
 Sensor   
-
After touching the sensor, a later
start time for the programme (Delay
start) can be selected. Once
selected,  lights up brightly.
- 
The  or  sensors are used for
selecting the duration of the Delay
start period or the duration of the
Warm air programme.
 Start/Add laundry sensor
Touching the Start/Add laundrysensor
starts a programme. The current
programme can be interrupted to add
laundry. The programme can be started
when the sensor is flashing on and off.
The sensor lights up constantly once
the programme has started.
Drum lighting
The lighting helps to ensure that all
items are removed from the drum.
The drum lighting will go out
automatically to save energy.

Before using for the first time
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Downtime after installation
Damage to the tumble dryer by
switching it on too soon.
This can damage the heat pump.
After setting up the tumble dryer,
wait for at least one hour before
switching it on.
Removing the protective foil
and stickers
Remove:
- the protective foil from the door
- any stickers from the front and the lid
Please do not remove any labels
(e.g. the data plate) which are visible
when you open the door.
Follow the procedure for using
for the first time outlined in
these instructions
Refer to “1.Notes on correct laundry
care” and “2.Loading the tumble
dryer”.
You can then load the tumble dryer
and select a programme as described
in “3.Selecting a programme and
starting it”.