Miele TXI 680 WP User manual

Operating instructions
Heat-pump dryer
It is essential to read these operating instructions before installation
or use of this appliance. This prevents both personal injury and
damage to the appliance.
en-CA M.-Nr. 11 677 010

Contents
2
Caring for the environment ............................................................................. 6
WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................... 7
Operating the tumble dryer .............................................................................. 15
Control panel....................................................................................................... 15
Operating the sensor buttons.............................................................................. 16
Display................................................................................................................. 17
Appliance operation examples ............................................................................ 17
Energy saving tips ............................................................................................. 18
Functioning of the heat-pump dryer................................................................ 19
Initial commissioning ........................................................................................ 20
Downtime after installation.................................................................................. 20
Miele@home ........................................................................................................ 20
1. Notes on correct laundry care ..................................................................... 24
Points to note regarding washed laundry............................................................ 24
Preparing the laundry before drying.................................................................... 24
Drying .................................................................................................................. 25
Understanding the care-label symbols .......................................................... 25
Selecting the correct drying level................................................................... 25
2. Selecting a program...................................................................................... 26
3. Loading the tumble dryer ............................................................................. 28
Loading the laundry............................................................................................. 28
4. Selecting program settings .......................................................................... 29
Program settings ................................................................................................. 29
Selecting the drying level for programs with a selectable drying level .......... 29
Time-controlled and other programs.............................................................. 29
Selecting an extra option..................................................................................... 30
 Delay start/SmartStart ................................................................................... 30
5. Starting a program ........................................................................................ 32
6. Program end – removing the laundry .......................................................... 33
End of program.................................................................................................... 33
Removing the laundry ......................................................................................... 33
Program chart.................................................................................................... 34
More programs.................................................................................................... 37

Contents
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Extra options...................................................................................................... 40
Gentle .................................................................................................................. 40
Freshen up........................................................................................................... 40
Anti-crease .......................................................................................................... 40
Buzzer.................................................................................................................. 40
Drying program chart – extra options.................................................................. 41
Changing the program sequence .................................................................... 42
Adding or removing laundry ................................................................................ 42
Condensed water container ............................................................................. 43
Emptying the condensed water container .......................................................... 43
Preparing the condensed water container for the SoftSteam program .............. 44
Fragrance capsule............................................................................................. 45
FragranceDos ...................................................................................................... 45
Removing the protective seal from the fragrance flacon..................................... 45
Inserting a fragrance capsule .............................................................................. 46
Setting the fragrance intensity............................................................................. 47
Closing the fragrance flacon ............................................................................... 47
Removing/replacing the fragrance capsule....................................................... 48
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 49
Cleaning the lint filters......................................................................................... 49
Removing the fragrance flacon ...................................................................... 49
Removing visible lint....................................................................................... 49
Cleaning the lint filters and air flow openings thoroughly .............................. 50
Cleaning the plinth filter....................................................................................... 53
Removing the plinth filter ............................................................................... 53
Cleaning the plinth filter.................................................................................. 54
Cleaning the plinth filter flap........................................................................... 55
Cleaning the tumble dryer ................................................................................... 55
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 56
The display indicates messages or faults ........................................................... 56
Unsatisfactory drying results............................................................................... 59
The drying cycle duration is very long................................................................. 60
General problems with the tumble dryer ............................................................. 61
Replacing the plinth filter..................................................................................... 62
Reactivating the plinth filter................................................................................. 64
Checking the heat exchanger unit....................................................................... 64
Cleaning the lint filter in the condensed water container .................................... 65
Replacing the blocked spray jet for the SoftSteam program .............................. 66
Bottom right grille................................................................................................ 67

Contents
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Technical Service............................................................................................... 68
Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 68
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 68
Optional accessories........................................................................................... 68
WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................... 70
Installation.......................................................................................................... 72
Front view ............................................................................................................ 72
Rear view............................................................................................................. 73
Transporting the tumble dryer ............................................................................. 73
Transporting the tumble dryer to its installation site ...................................... 73
Installation ........................................................................................................... 74
Installation ...................................................................................................... 74
Downtime after installation............................................................................. 74
Ventilation....................................................................................................... 74
Before moving the tumble dryer again ........................................................... 75
Additional installation requirements .................................................................... 75
Product dimensions ............................................................................................ 77
Dimensions..................................................................................................... 77
Installation on a plinth .................................................................................... 77
Washer-dryer stack ........................................................................................ 77
Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 78
Connection adapter for NEMA 14-30 socket................................................. 78
External draining of condensed water................................................................. 79
Laying the drain hose ..................................................................................... 79
Condensate drain ........................................................................................... 79
Changing the door hinging.................................................................................. 80
Changing the hinging over ............................................................................. 80
Refitting .......................................................................................................... 85
Technical data.................................................................................................... 86
Settings .............................................................................................................. 87
Calling up settings............................................................................................... 87
Language ......................................................................................................... 88
Drying levels ........................................................................................................ 88
Welcome tone ..................................................................................................... 88
Keypad tone ........................................................................................................ 89
Buzzer volume..................................................................................................... 89
Airway indicator................................................................................................... 89
Conductivity ........................................................................................................ 90
Code.................................................................................................................... 90

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Brightness ........................................................................................................... 90
Display............................................................................................................ 90
Buttons active ................................................................................................ 90
Buttons inactive.............................................................................................. 90
Display switch-off................................................................................................ 91
Memory ............................................................................................................... 91
Anti-Crease.......................................................................................................... 91
Program info........................................................................................................ 92
Miele@home ........................................................................................................ 92
Remote control.................................................................................................... 93
SmartGrid ............................................................................................................ 93
RemoteUpdate .................................................................................................... 94
Running a RemoteUpdate.............................................................................. 94

Caring for the environment
6
Disposal of the transport
packaging material
The packaging material protects the
dryer from transport damage. 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 the
amount of waste.
Disposal of your old appliance
Electronic and electrical appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials,
compounds and components which
were essential for the proper
functioning and safe use of the
equipment. These could be hazardous
to your health and to the environment if
disposed of with general waste or if
handled incorrectly. Therefore, please
do not dispose of your old appliance
with general waste.
Consult with local authorities, dealers or
Miele in order to dispose of and recycle
electrical and electronic appliances.
Miele assumes no responsibility for
deleting any personal data left on the
appliance being disposed. Please
ensure that your old appliance is kept
away from children until removal.
Observe safety requirements for
appliances that may tip over or pose an
entrapment hazard.

WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
In order to prevent fire, electric shock or injury to persons during
the use of this tumble dryer, you must observe the following vital
precautionary measures:
WARNING
This tumble dryer is intended for use in domestic households and
similar working and residential environments.
 You must read all instructions before using the tumble dryer for
the first time.
 Children must not play with, on or inside the tumble dryer.
Children should be supervised in the vicinity of the tumble dryer.
Make sure the door of the tumble dryer is always closed in order to
avoid endangering children.
 If the tumble dryer is no longer in use and you wish to dispose of
it, remove the door.
 Do not install or use a dryer with visible damage.
 Do not touch the drum whilst it is still rotating.
 Do not store or operate the tumble dryer outdoors.
 Do not make any alterations to the tumble dryer.
 Unauthorized repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the
user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Do not make any
alterations to the tumble dryer, unless authorized to do so by Miele.
Repairs should only be carried out by a Miele approved service
technician, otherwise there could be a considerable danger to the
user.

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 Important information regarding use of fabric softener sheets:
We do not recommend use of fabric softener sheets. Use of fabric
softener sheets can clog the surfaces of the lint filters, extending the
drying time and increasing energy consumption. During subsequent
cleaning, the plastic and surfaces of the lint filters can be damaged!
The best results are obtained by using liquid fabric softener in the
washing machine. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
If you still wish to use fabric softener sheets, be sure to follow the
cleaning instructions under “Cleaning and care” in the “Cleaning
instructions when using fabric softener sheets” section.
Tip:
Using a fragrance capsule (optional accessory) will add a pleasant
fragrance to your laundry.
When a fragrance capsule is used, the fragrance is absorbed by the
entire load of laundry. The disadvantage of fabric softener sheets is
that the fragrance is sometimes only absorbed by a few items of
laundry, especially when drying a full load.
When you use a fragrance capsule, always follow the
warnings in this section as well as those under “Fragrance
capsule”.

WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 To prevent the risk of fire, the following items must not be tumble
dried:
- Items which have not been washed.
- Items which have not been thoroughly cleaned and are still soiled
with grease, oil or other deposits (such as work clothes, kitchen
linens or cosmetics cloths with lubricants, cooking oils, grease,
lotions, etc, as there is a danger that they might ignite when
heated (chemical reaction), even after they have been removed
from the dryer at the end of the program.
- Items which have been washed or dry-cleaned using chemicals or
other flammable substances (e.g. professional dry-cleaning
agents). They could emit explosive fumes.
- Items that have been soiled with flammable or explosive cleaning
agents or substances containing acetone, alcohol, gasoline,
petroleum, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes, wax
removers and other chemicals (e.g. mops and floor cloths).
- Items which have been soiled with hair lacquer, hair spray, nail
polish remover or similar substances.
When washing such heavily soiled items ensure that you use a
larger quantity of detergent and select a high temperature. If in
doubt, wash the items several times.
- Items 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, rubberized
articles, and items of clothing and pillows with foam rubber filling.
- Items which contain padding or fillings (e.g. pillows, jackets) and
are damaged. The filling could fall out and cause a risk of fire.

WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 In many programs, 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 prevents the danger of the laundry
igniting). The program is not finished until after the cooling down
phase. It is advisable to remove all laundry as soon as the program
has finished.
 The lint filters must be cleaned before or after every drying cycle!
 Keep the room where the tumble dryer is located, particularly the
plinth area, free from dust and lint.
 The inside of the tumble dryer must be cleaned regularly by an
authorized specialist.
 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
The electrical safety of this dryer can only be guaranteed when
continuity is complete between it and an effective grounding system.
It is essential that this standard safety requirement is observed and
regularly tested. If in any doubt, please have the electrical installation
inspected by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable for
the consequences of an inadequate grounding system. The electrical
socket must be easily accessible so that the dryer can be
disconnected from the electricity supply.
 WARNING – If the grounding conductor is connected incorrectly,
this can result in electric shock. Contact a qualified electrician if you
are unsure whether the appliance is properly grounded.

WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 Do not change the plug: If it does not fit into the socket, you
should have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
 In the event of a fault or during cleaning and maintenance, the
tumble dryer is only completely disconnected from the electricity
supply when the tumble dryer plug has been removed or if the fuse
has been disconnected or if the screw-out fuse has been removed.
Do not switch on the supply until the task has been completed.
 Miele tumble dryers and Miele washing machines can be installed
as a washer-dryer stack. A Miele washer-dryer connection kit is
required as an optional accessory for this. Please ensure that the
washer-dryer connection kit is suitable for the Miele tumble dryer
and the Miele washing machine.
 If you order a plinth for this tumble dryer (available from Miele as
an optional accessory), make sure it is the correct one.
 The maximum dry laundry weight is 8,0kg.
See the “Program chart” for the maximum recommended loads for
individual programs.
 Do not place shoes inside the drum for drying. Placing shoes
inside the drum for drying can cause the belt to tear, requiring a
service call.
You must always use the dryer basket (optional accessory) when
drying/airing shoes. Follow the additional operating instructions for
the dryer basket.
 This tumble dryer is supplied with a special lamp to cope with
particular conditions (e.g. relating to temperature, moisture, chemical
resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This special lamp
must only be used for the purpose for which it is intended. It is not
suitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by
a Miele authorized person or by Miele Customer Service.

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 Heat pump technology and refrigerant:
The heat pump in this tumble dryer uses a gaseous refrigerant which
is condensed by the compressor. The refrigerant, which is brought to
a higher temperature level and liquefied by condensing, is led in a
closed circuit through the heat exchanger unit where heat exchange
with the circulating drying air takes place.
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
starting a drying program.
- The humming noises caused by the heat pump during the drying
process are normal. They do not impair the efficient functioning of
the tumble dryer.
- The refrigerant is not flammable or explosive.
- This tumble dryer contains fluorinated greenhouse gases.
Hermetically sealed.
Designation of refrigerant: R134a
Amount of refrigerant: 0,47 kg
Global warming potential of refrigerant: 1430 kg CO2 e
Global warming potential of appliance: 672 kg CO2 e
 This product can contain chemicals known by the state of
California to cause cancer, birth defects and other genetic defects.

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Using a fragrance capsule (optional accessory)
 Only use genuine Miele original fragrance capsules.
 The fragrance capsule must be stored in its original packaging so
please make sure you retain this.
 Caution: The fragrance can leak out of the capsule! Make sure
that you always keep the capsule or the lint filter with the capsule
inserted in it in a horizontal position when carrying, and do not tip or
place it down on any surface.
 Use an absorbent cloth to wipe up any fragrance which has
leaked out of the capsule onto the floor, the dryer or any dryer
components (e.g. the lint filter) immediately.
 If fragrance comes in contact with the body: Wash skin
thoroughly with soap and water. Flush eyes with clean water for at
least 15minutes. If swallowed, rinse mouth thoroughly with clean
water. Seek medical attention if the fragrance comes in contact with
the eyes or is swallowed!
 Immediately change clothes that have come in contact with the
fragrance. Thoroughly wash clothing or fabric using a large amount
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 capsule with fragrance.
- Never use a faulty fragrance capsule.
 Dispose of an empty fragrance capsule with the household waste
and never use it for any other purpose.
 Please also observe the information supplied with the fragrance
capsule.

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FCC Declaration of Conformity
 This appliance complies with Part 15 of the FCC regulations. This
appliance has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and is
subject to the following conditions: This appliance does not cause
harmful interference. The appliances may be interconnected as
desired.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
 This appliance complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set
forth for an uncontrolled environment. These appliances should be
installed and operated with a minimum distance of 8" (20cm)
between the radiator and body.
Industry Canada Statement
 This digital device does not exceed the Class B limits for radio
noise emissions from digital devices specified in the radio
regulations of the Canadian Radio-television and
Telecommunications Commission. This appliance complies with the
Class B specification of the Canadian ICES-003.
KEEP THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE
PLACE

Operating the tumble dryer
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Control panel
aControl field
The control field consists of a
display and various sensor buttons.
The individual sensor buttons are
explained in the following sections.
bDisplay
The following values are displayed
and/or selected on the display:
1. The program names, the drying
level and the duration of the
selected program.
2. The individual values of the
selection lists for the settings.
cSensor buttons 
The values in the display can be
changed with the  sensor
buttons. The  sensor button
increases the value or moves the
selection list up; the  sensor
button decreases the value or moves
the selection list down.
dOK sensor button
Confirm the selected values with the
OKsensor button.
ePerfectDry indicator
The PerfectDry indicator will flash
after the program has started and go
out when the program duration
appears in the display. With
programs with a selectable drying
level, the PerfectDry system
calculates the residual moisture
present in the laundry to ensure a
precise drying result.
The PerfectDry indicator will light up
again when the selected drying level
is reached and remain on until the
end of the program.
In the Woolens Handcare, Silks
Handcare, Cold Air, Time Dry,
Basket programs, the PerfectDry
indicator does not light up at all.

Operating the tumble dryer
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fOptical interface
This is used by the Service
department as a transmission point.
gSensor buttons for extra options
You can select extra options to
augment the wash programs.
If a drying program has been
selected, the sensor buttons for the
possible extra options light up dimly.
hSensor button 
You can use the  sensor button to
call up an energy consumption
forecast for the selected drying
program.
iSensor buttons 
The sensor button starts the
delay start function. With the delay
start function, you can delay the
start of the program. The start of the
program can be delayed from
15minutes up to a maximum of
24hours. This allows you to make
use of night-time economy
electricity rates, for example.
Further information can be found in
“4. Selecting program settings”.
jStart/Add laundry sensor button
Touching the Start/Add
laundrysensor button starts a
program. The current program can
be interrupted to add laundry. The
program can be started when the
sensor button is flashing on and off.
The sensor button lights up
constantly once the program has
started.
kProgram selector
For selecting programs and for
switching off. The tumble dryer is
switched on when you select a
program, and switched off by turning
the program selector to the 
position.
Operating the sensor buttons
The sensor buttons react to fingertip
contact. Selection is possible as long
as the respective sensor button is
illuminated.
If a sensor button is brightly lit, this
means: currently selected
If a sensor button is dimly lit, this
means: selection possible

Operating the tumble dryer
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Display
The basic display shows the following
for a drying level program:
OK


Normal 0:55
- The selected drying level and the
expected program duration
- The drying level reached after the
start of the program and the
remaining program duration
The basic display shows only the
program duration for a time-controlled
program:
OK

2:00
Appliance operation examples
Scrolling through a list
The  scroll bar in the display indicates
that a selection is available.
OK


Language 
Touching the  sensor button scrolls
down the list to the next option and
touching the  sensor button scrolls up
the list to the next option. The OK
sensor button is used to activate the
option in the display.
Identifying the selected option
OK



On
An activated option in a list will have a
check mark next to it.
Setting numerical values
OK


:0000
Start in h
The numerical value is highlighted in
white. Touching the  sensor button
decreases the value and touching the 
sensor button increases it. The OK
sensor button is used to activate the
value in the display.
Exiting a sub-menu
Select Back  to exit a sub-menu.

Energy saving tips
18
This dryer with heat pump technology
is designed for energy-saving drying
cycles. However, you can save a little
more energy with the following
measures as the drying time is not
extended unnecessarily.
- Make sure your laundry is spun at the
maximum spin speed in the washing
machine before drying.
The higher the spin speed, the
greater the savings that can be made
in energy and time during drying, e.g.,
approx. 20% energy can be saved if
spun at 1,600rpm instead of
1,000rpm.
- Load according to the optimum
amount of laundry recommended for
the drying program being used. This
will mean that the energy
consumption for the amount of
laundry is at its most economical.
- 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.
- Clean the lint filters in the door
opening after every drying cycle.
Viewing the estimated energy
consumption
You can view information about the
energy consumption of your tumble
dryer with the sensor button.
After selecting a drying program,
touch the sensor button.
The estimated energy consumption
levels will be displayed as a bar chart.
OK



  

The more bars visible (), the higher the
energy consumption.
The estimate will vary depending on the
drying program and any extra options
selected.
Touch the OK sensor button or wait
until the display automatically returns
to the standard display.

Functioning of the heat-pump dryer
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Two separate circuits ensure that the
laundry is dried:
Dry air circuit
The drying air flows through a heat
exchanger, the drum and several
filters. This is ensured by a blower in
the dryer.
- The drying air flows through the heat
exchanger in the longitudinal
direction and is heated in the rear
area.
- The drying air is then blown into the
drum, where it absorbs the moisture
of the laundry.
- The damp drying air is blown back
through the heat exchanger via
several filters in the fill area and the
plinth area of the dryer.
- The drying air cools down in the
front, cool area of the heat exchanger
and loses its moisture.
- The circuit begins afresh.
Refrigerant circuit
The refrigerant circuit regulates the
heating and cooling of the drying air
through the heat exchanger. The heat
pump is the central component: This
is a compressor that is connected to a
pipeline system which is filled with
refrigerant.
- The pipeline system surrounds the
heat exchanger in several bends.
- The compressor draws in the
gaseous refrigerant and compresses
it, causing the temperature to rise.
- The hot refrigerant is passed through
the pipeline system to the rear of the
heat exchanger. The heat is released
into the drying air, which flows
through the heat exchanger.
- The refrigerant liquifies by dissipating
the heat.
- The liquid refrigerant then flows
through a capillary tube (a very thin
tube) to the front area of the heat
exchanger. This changes the
pressure of the refrigerant.
- The refrigerant cools and reverts to
its gaseous state. This in turn cools
the front area of the heat exchanger
and dehumidifies the drying air.
- The circuit begins anew.

Initial commissioning
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Downtime after installation
Damage caused by switching the
appliance on too soon.
This can damage the heat pump.
After setting up the tumble dryer,
wait for at least one hour before
starting a drying program.
Removing the protective foil
and stickers
Remove:
- any protective film 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.
Miele@home
Your tumble dryer is equipped with an
integrated WiFi module.
To use this feature, you will need:
- a WiFi network
- the Miele@mobile app
- a Miele user account You can create
a user account via the Miele@mobile
app.
The Miele@mobile app will guide you as
you connect your tumble dryer to your
home WiFi network.
Once your dryer is connected to your
WiFi network, you can use the app to
carry out various activities, such as:
- controlling your tumble dryer
remotely
- calling up information on the
operating status of your tumble dryer
- calling up information on the program
sequence of your tumble dryer
Connecting your tumble dryer to your
WiFi network will increase energy
consumption, even when the tumble
dryer is switched off.
Before installing the dryer in its final
location, ensure the signal strength is
sufficient for your WiFi network.