Miele TOUCHTRONIC W 4842 Specification sheet

Operating and Installation
Instructions
Washer
W 4842
To prevent accidents and
appliance damage,
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 830 410
en-US

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Guide to the washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Control panel ......................................................7
Display function ....................................................8
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Setting the display language ..........................................9
Washing tips: .....................................................10
Using the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1. Prepare and sort the laundry .......................................11
2. Load the laundry ................................................12
Loading a comforter ...............................................13
3. Select a program ................................................14
4. Select a temperature and/or spin speed ..............................14
Program guide ....................................................15
Final spin speed ..................................................19
5. Select an option .................................................20
6. Add detergent ..................................................21
Detergents .......................................................23
Fabric after care ..................................................24
7. Select Delay Start (if desired) ......................................25
8. Start the program................................................26
9. Activate the Child Lock (if desired) ..................................26
10. Program end ..................................................27
Preparing your appliance for an extended vacaion .......................27
Canceling a program...............................................28
Interrupting a program..............................................28
Changing a program ...............................................28
Adjusting the temperature ...........................................28
Adjusting the spin speed............................................28
Adjusting the options ...............................................28
Contents
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Quick guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Using the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Adding/removing laundry during a wash program ........................29
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Cleaning the exterior and control panel ................................30
Cleaning the drum .................................................30
Cleaning the dispenser drawer .......................................31
Cleaning the water inlet filters ........................................33
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
No wash program will start ..........................................34
The display shows a fault message....................................35
General issues with the washer .......................................36
Unsatisfactory wash results ..........................................37
The drum door cannot be opened.....................................38
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Installation site ....................................................46
Removing the shipping struts ........................................47
Leveling the washer................................................48
Plumbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Setting the display language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Help protect our environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Contents
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,WARNING - To reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock or injury to
persons while using your appliance
follow basic safety precautions,
including the following:
Read all instructions before
installation or use to prevent injury
and appliance damage.
This appliance conforms to all
uniform safety codes and
regulations.
Keep these operating instructions in
a safe place and pass them on to
any future user.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Correct usage
~Only use the washing machine to
wash items which are specified by the
manufacturer to be machine washable
on the fabric care label. Any other
applications may be dangerous.
~Persons who lack physical, sensory
or mental abilities, or experience with
the appliance should not use it without
supervision or instruction by a
responsible person.
Children
~Do not allow children to play on or in
the appliance. Close supervision is
necessary when the appliance is used
near children.
~The drum door glass will be hot
when washing at very high
temperatures.
Do not touch the glass. Danger of
burns! Keep children away from the
washer when in use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Technical safety
~Do not install or use a washer with
visible damage.
~Before connecting the machine,
ensure that the connection data on the
data plate (fusing, voltage and
frequency) match the mains electrical
supply. If in doubt contact an
electrician.
~GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In
the event of malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of
least resistance for electric current. This
appliance is equipped with a cord
having an equipment- grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
~WARNING - Improper connection of
the equipment-grounding conductor
may result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician if you
are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
~Do not modify the plug provided
with the appliance - if it will not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualified electrician.
~Do not use an extension cord to
connect this appliance to the power
supply. Extension cords do not
guarantee the required safety of the
appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
~Faulty components must only be
replaced with genuine Miele spare
parts.
~Installation, repair and maintenance
work should be performed by a Miele
authorized service technician. Work by
unqualified persons could be
dangerous and may void the warranty.
~Do not repair or replace any part of
the appliance or attempt any servicing
unless specifically recommended in
these operating instructions.
~If the power cord is damaged it
must only be replaced by a Miele
Service technician with a genuine Miele
power cord.
~Before servicing, cleaning or in the
event of a fault, disconnect the
appliance from the main power supply.
~Only use a new hose kit to connect
the washer to the water supply. Old
hosing should not be re-used.
~Under certain conditions, hydrogen
gas may be produced in a hot water
system that has not been used for 2
weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has
not been used for such a period, turn
on all hot water faucets and let the
water flow from each for several
minutes before using the washing
machine. This will release any built-up
hydrogen gas. Do not smoke or use an
open flame during this time, the gas is
flammable.
~Before the appliance is removed for
service or discarded, remove the door.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Safety
~Do not install or store this appliance
where it will be exposed to the weather.
~Do not install the washing machine
in rooms where temperatures below
freezing may occur.
~Before using the washer for the first
time, remove the shipping struts at the
back of the appliance (see "Installation
- Removing the shipping struts"). Failure
to remove the shipping struts can
damage the washer and surroundings
during spinning.
~During extended absences (e.g.,
vacation), close the water supply.
~Danger of flooding!
Before hanging the drain hose in the
sink, make sure the water will drain
away quickly enough.
Secure the hose. The force of the water
exiting the hose can cause an
unsecured hose to pop out of the sink.
~Ensure that no foreign objects are
left in pockets (e.g. nails, coins, paper
clips, etc.) this can cause damage to
clothes and the machine.
~Proper dosing of the detergent will
eliminate the need to remove lime
deposits. However, if heavy limescale
does form on the washer, select a
descaling agent with corrosion
protection. Closely follow the
instructions on the product package.
~Do not wash articles that have been
previously cleaned, washed, soaked or
spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents or other flammable
substances. These articles give off
vapors that could ignite or explode. Do
not add these items to the wash load.
~Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, or other flammable or
explosive substances to the wash
water. These substances give off
vapors which could ignite or explode.
~Do not use cleaning solvents on or
near the machine or the controls.
Contact with cleaning solvents will
damage the surface.
~Do not reach into the appliance if
the drum is moving.
~Do not tamper
with the controls.
Accessories
~Only use genuine Miele
accessories. If unapproved parts are
used, guarantee, performance and
product liability claims may become
void.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
AND REVIEW THEM
PERIODICALLY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Control panel
aProgram buttons
To select a wash program.
bOption buttons
Special features to enhance a wash
program.
cPC Indicator
Allows a service technician to check
and update the wash programs.
dDelay Start button
To delay the start of a program.
eDisplay with menu buttons
See "Display function" for more
information.
fStart
Starts the selected wash program.
gPause button
Pauses or cancels a program.
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Display function
The display allows you to operate and
select various functions of the washer.
Selection and display of program
settings
–Temperature selection
–Spin speed selection
–Delay start
–Display of an approximate program
running time
Program selection using the display
By pressing the "MasterCare" button,
you can select from the following
programs:
– Extra White
– Delicates
– Silk
– Denim / Jeans
–Dress shirts
–Comforters
–Outerwear
–Table linens
–Beach towels
–Drain / Spin
–Quick rinse
–Clean Machine
"Menu" buttons
Various settings can be made with the
"Menu" buttons.
The values above the vertical line can
be adjusted and/or confirmed.
Example:
Duration: 1:02 h
MG G P G G GM MG G G G P GM
Warm High spin
Pressing the left menu button "Warm"
allows to adjust the temperature. The
"High spin" button allows you to adjust
the spin speed.
Example:
MasterCare
Extra White
+OK
With the "+" button additional
programs can be selected and
confirmed with the "OK" button.
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The appliance must be correctly
installed and connected before the
first use. Please see the "Installation
instructions."
This washing machine has
undergone thorough testing in the
factory, there may be some residual
water in the drum from this process.
Running a spin cycle before the first
use is, for safety reasons, not possible.
To activate the spin cycle a wash
program must be run without laundry
or detergent.
^Turn on the water supply.
The Welcome screen shows once the
washer is turned on for the first time.
The Welcome screen will not show
after the washer has run for more than 1
hour.
The display now shows the language
setting.
Setting the display language
The default setting for the display
language is German. The display
language can be adjusted.
Language
english
+OK
^Select the desired language by
pressing the left menu button "+".
Confirm the setting with the right
"OK" button.
Shipping strut reminder
The shipping struts must be
removed before the first use to avoid
machine damage.
^Confirm that the shipping struts have
been removed by pressing "OK".
The washer is now ready for the first
use.
Starting the first wash program
Select program
^Press the program button "Sanitize".
^Press the "Start" button.
Once the program has finished the first
use is complete. The washer can be
used.
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Washing tips:
Energy and water consumption
–Do not overload the washer. The
energy and water consumption will
be most energy efficient.
–Use the "Express" program for small
loads.
–When smaller amounts of laundry are
washed using the "Normal" and
"Sanitize" programs, the automatic
load recognition feature will
automatically reduce the water,
energy, and time for that load. This
may cause a correction in the
remaining time displayed for the
wash.
– If applicable use the program
"Normal - Very Warm" instead of
"Sanitize". It saves between 35% and
45% energy. For most soiling, this is
sufficient. For stubborn soiling use
the option "Pre-wash".
Detergent use
–Use the recommended amount of
detergent.
–Keep in mind the soiling degree of
the laundry.
–Use less detergent for small loads.
Options selection
(Extended, Pre-wash)
Select for:
–For light to normal soiled items
without stains use a wash program
without an option.
– For normal to heavily soiled items
with stains wash with the "Extended"
option.
– For heavily soiled items use a wash
program with the "Pre-wash" option
and "Extended".
– Items with lager soiling, e.g. dust,
sand, use a program with the option
"Pre-wash".
Tip: If you will be using a tumble
dryer to dry the laundry
–Select the highest spin speed
suitable for the wash load to remove
as much water as possible to save
energy when tumble drying.
Before using for the first time
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1. Prepare and sort the laundry
^Empty all pockets.
,Foreign objects left in pockets
(e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.)
can cause damage to clothes and
the machine.
Pre-treat stains
^Tough stains (blood, egg, coffee, tea,
etc.) or badly soiled areas (collars
and cuffs) should be pre-treated with
a stain remover or a paste made from
powder detergent and warm water.
Dab stains with a damp light colored
cloth. Do not rub!
,Do not use chemical solvents in
the machine.
Sort the laundry
^Only wash items that are labeled
machine washable by the
manufacturer. Most garments have a
fabric care label in the collar or side
seam.
^Sort the laundry by care label and
color.
General tips
–Dark fabrics often bleed the first few
times they are washed. They should
be washed separately several times
before being included in a mixed
load.
– Curtains: Remove any lead weights
or strips before washing.
– Loose bra underwires should be
removed or sewn in place before
washing.
– Woolens, knitted garments, jeans,
pants and sweat shirts should be
turned inside out.
–Close zippers, hooks and eyelets
before washing.
–Comforter covers and pillowcases
should be fastened to prevent small
items from rolling inside of them.
–Do not wash items with the h
symbol on the fabric care label.
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2. Load the laundry
^Open the drum door.
^Load the laundry loosely into the
drum. For best results, wash mixed
loads of small and large items. This
will improve washing effectiveness
and help distribute the load evenly.
^Close the drum door. To prevent
damage, make sure that there is no
clothing caught between the drum
door and the seal.
^Close the drum door.
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Loading a comforter
"Full size" comforters up to 84" x 88" /
213 x 224 cm can be washed.
Make sure to load the comforter
correctly to avoid damage.
^Fold the comforter and load into the
washer.
^Turn the comforter in the drum so that
a smooth surface forms facing the
door when the comforter is
completely loaded.
,Make sure that the comforter
does not touch the rubber door seal
and that all corners are tucked in.
Comforter loaded correctly
Comforter loaded incorrectly
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3. Select a program
^Press the button of the desired
program.
The indicator of the selected program
lights.
4. Select a temperature and/or
spin speed
The preselected temperature and/or
spin speed can be adjusted if the
program allows for it. See the "Program
guide".
Duration: 1:02 h
MG G P G G GM MG G G G P GM
Warm High spin
By pressing the left menu button
"Warm", the temperature will be
adjusted. Pressing the right menu
button "High spin" will adjust the spin
speed.
If "MasterCare" is selected a list will
appear in the display.
MasterCare
Extra White
+OK
^With the left menu button "+"
additional programs can be selected
and then confirmed with the right
menu button "OK".
Duration: 1:12 h
Extra White
Hot Max spin
^If desired and allowed by the
program, adjust the temperature with
the left menu button and spin speed
with the right menu button.
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Program guide
Temperature Final Spin Item / Tip
Normal Options: Pre-wash, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer
Hot D
Max spin
Items made from cottons, linen or
mixed fabrics.
Important:
Fill the drum only 3/4of the way.
Items need room to move otherwise
they might get caught in the drum
door seal.
Very warm C
Warm B
Cold A
No heat
Wrinkle-free Options: Pre-wash, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer
Hot J
High spin
Med spin
Items made from synthetics, mixed
fabrics or wrinkle free cottons.
Very warm I
Warm H
Cold G
No heat
Sanitize Options: Pre-wash, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer
Sanitize EMax spin
High spin
Items which have skin contact or for
special hygienic requests.
Hot D
Handwash Options: Pre-wash, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer
Warm N
Med spin
Hand washable items which do not
contain wool or silk.
Cold M
No heat
The default settings are highlighted in bold.
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Temperature Final Spin Item / Tip
Woolens Options: Sensitive, Buzzer
Warm MHigh spin
Med spin
Slow spin
Rinse hold
No spin
Items made from washable wool or
mixed woolens.
Cold
No heat
Express Options: Buzzer
Warm BMax spin
High spin
Med spin
Slow spin
Rinse hold
No spin
Small loads of mixed items without a
high degree of soiling.
Cold A
No heat
Custom Options: Extended, Pre-wash, Sensitive, Buzzer
Sanitize EMax spin
High spin
Med spin
Slow spin
Rinse hold
No spin
All options are selectable for
"Sanitize" and "Normal" programs.
Hot D
Very warm C
Warm B
Cold A
No heat
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Temperature Final Spin Item / Tip
Extra White Options: Pre-wash, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer
Hot DMax spin
High spin
For white items without special
hygienic requests.
Very warm C
Delicates Options: Extended, Buzzer
Warm NMed spin
Slow spin
Rinse hold
No spin
For delicate items made from
synthetics.
Cold M
No heat
Silk Options: Buzzer
Warm NSlow spin Silk and hand washable items which
do not contain wool.
Cold M
Denim / Jeans Options: Pre-wash, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer
Warm BHigh spin
Med spin
All items made from denim.
Before washing denim items turn
them inside out.
Cold A
No heat
Dress shirts Options: Pre-wash, Sensitive, Buzzer
Warm BMed spin
Slow spin
Rinse hold
No spin
Pre-treat collars and cuffs
depending on soiling.
Cold A
No heat
Comforters Options: Pre-wash, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer
Warm HHigh spin
Med spin
Slow spin
Comforters and pillows
Max. 81" -84" x 86" - 88"
(205 cm-213 cm x 218 cm-224 cm)
Cold G
No heat
Outerwear Options: Buzzer
Cold GMed spin Close all zippers.
Do not use fabric softener.
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Temperature Final Spin Item / Tip
Table linens Options: Buzzer
Warm BHigh spin
Med spin
Slow spin
Rinse hold
No spin
For tablecloths and napkins.
Cold A
No heat
Beach towels Options: Buzzer
Cold Max spin Program to rinse sand from beach
towels.
Do not use detergent.
Drain / Spin Options: Buzzer
Max spin
High spin
Med spin
Slow spin
No spin
Quick rinse Options: Buzzer
High spin
Med spin
Slow spin
Rinse hold
No spin
Clean Machine Options: Buzzer
Sanitize To clean the drum and all
waterways.
Run program without laundry.
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Final spin speed
Program
Normal Max spin
Wrinkle free High spin
Sanitize Max spin
Handwash Med spin
Woolens High spin
Express Max spin
Custom Max spin
Extra White Max spin
Delicates Med spin
Silk Slow spin
Denim / Jeans High spin
Dress shirts Med spin
Comforters High spin
Outerwear Med spin
Table linens High spin
Beach towels Max spin
Drain / Spin Max spin
Quick rinse High spin
Clean Machine –
The final spin speed can be reduced, if
the program allows changes. The
selection of a final spin speed higher
than that shown above is not possible.
Rinse spin
The laundry is spun after the main wash
and between the rinse cycles.
Reducing the final spin speed will also
reduce the rinse spin speeds.
Hold
^Select "Hold".
The laundry is not spun and remains
soaking in water. This will prevent
wrinkles if the laundry is not removed
immediately at the end of the wash
program.
– Selecting/Starting the final spin
The washer is set default to the
maximum spin speed of the wash
program. You can select a lower spin
speed if desired.
^Press "Start" to start the final spin.
– To finish the program
^Press and hold the "Pause" button
until the program ends.
No spin
(Deselect rinse spin and final spin)
^Select "No spin". The laundry is not
spun after the final rinse, but the
water is drained away. After the drain
cycle the washer goes immediately
into the anti-crease cycle.
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5. Select an option
^Select the desired Option with the
respective button. Once an Option is
selected, the indicator lights.
See the "Program Guide" to determine
which Option is selectable for each
program.
If an Option cannot be selected, the
wash program does not permit it.
Pre-wash
For heavily soiled laundry or stubborn
dried on stains.
A pre-wash takes place and the wash
time for the main wash is extended.
Extended
For laundry with normal to heavy soiling
or stains.
The main wash cycle time for the wash
program is extended.
Sensitive
An additional final rinse washes away
detergent residue and scents.
An additional rinse takes place.
Buzzer
A buzzer signals the end of the wash
program or after "Hold". The buzzer
sounds until the washer is turned off.
The buzzer volume can be adjusted.
Adjusting the buzzer volume
No program is selected.
^Press the "Buzzer" button until the
display shows:
Volume setting
MG G G P G GM
)OK
^Press the left menu button ")"to
adjust the buzzer volume. Confirm
with "OK".
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