Miele WCA 020 Quick start guide

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Front view
aInlet hose (tested to withstand
pressures up to 7000kPa)
bElectrical connection
cFlexible drain hose (with detachable
swivel elbow)
dControl panel
eDetergent dispenser drawer
fDoor
gAccess to filter, pump and
emergency release
hFour height-adjustable feet

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Rear view
aDrain hose
bTransport clips for inlet and drain
hoses and mains connection cable
cElectrical connection
dProtruding lid for holding when
moving the machine
eInlet hose (tested to withstand
pressures up to 7000kPa)
fSafety caps for transit bars
gTransport clips for inlet and drain
hoses and for storing transit bars
when not in use

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Installation surface
A concrete floor is the most suitable
installation surface. It is far less prone
to vibration during the spin cycle than
wooden floorboards or a carpeted
surface.
Please note:
The machine must be level and
securely positioned.
To avoid vibrations during spinning,
the machine should not be installed
on soft floor coverings.
If installing on a wooden joist floor:
Install the machine on a plywood
base (at least 59x52x3cm). The
base should span several joists and
be bolted to the joists and not only to
the floorboards. Check for the
presence of pipes and cables first.
Useful tip: If possible, install the
machine in a corner. This is usually the
most stable part of the floor.
Transporting the washing
machine to its installation site
Danger of injury due to
unsecured lid.
Make sure the fixings at the back of
the lid are secure. They may become
brittle due to external circumstances.
There is a danger of the lid being
pulled off when carrying the
appliance.
Before carrying the appliance, check
that the lid is secure where it
protrudes at the back.
Carry the washing machine by the
front feet and by the lid where it
protrudes at the back of the
appliance.

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Removing the transit bars
Removing the left transit bar
Push the flap outwards and turn the
transit bar 90° using the enclosed
spanner.
Then pull the transit bar out.
Removing the right transit bar
Push the flap outwards and turn the
transit bar 90° using the enclosed
spanner.
Then pull the transit bar out.

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Covering the holes
Risk of injury from sharp edges!
There is a risk of injury from reaching
into holes that are not covered.
To avoid the risk of injury, the holes
for the transit bars must be covered
after the transit bars have been
removed.
Press the flaps firmly shut until they
click into place.
Securing the transit bars
Secure the transit bars to the back of
the washing machine. Make sure that
the top catch is located above the
holder.
Risk of damage from incorrect
transport.
The washing machine may become
damaged if moved without the transit
bars in place.
Keep the transit bars in a safe place.
Fit them again if the machine is to be
moved (e.g. when moving house).

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Fitting the transit bars
Opening the flaps
Push against the catch with a pointed
object, e.g. a narrow screwdriver.
The flap will open.
Fitting the transit bars
Install the transit bars in reverse order
to their removal.
Useful tip: If you lift the drum slightly,
the transit bars can be pushed in more
easily.

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Levelling the machine
The washing machine must stand
perfectly level on all four feet to ensure
safe and proper operation.
Incorrect installation may increase
electricity and water consumption and
may cause the machine to move about.
Screwing out and adjusting the feet
The four adjustable screw feet are used
for levelling the washing machine. All
four feet are screwed in when the
appliance is delivered.
Using the spanner supplied, turn
counter nut 2 in a clockwise direction.
Then turn counter nut 2 together with
foot 1 to unscrew.
Use a spirit level to check that the
washing machine is standing level.
Hold foot 1 securely with a pipe
wrench. Turn counter nut 2 again
using the spanner supplied until it sits
firmly up against the housing.
Risk of damage due to
incorrectly aligned washing machine.
There is a danger of the washing
machine moving about if the feet are
not secured.
Turn all four counter nuts for the feet
until they sit firmly up against the
housing. Please also check this for
the feet which did not need
adjustment.

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Installing under a continuous
worktop
Risk of electric shock due to
exposed cables.
There is a risk of coming into contact
with live parts while the lid is
removed.
The fitting of cover plates and
stacking kits must only be
undertaken by qualified and
competent persons, in accordance
with the instructions supplied with
the kit.
- A special building under conversion
kit* is required. The machine lid must
be replaced by a cover plate. To
ensure electrical safety, the cover
plate must be fitted.*
- N.B.*
If you wish to push your machine
under a worktop and there is space
to do this without removing the lid,
the conversion kit is not necessary.
Otherwise the conversion kit is
essential.
- Connections for electricity, water and
drainage should be installed in such a
way that they remain accessible
when the machine is in place.
Fitting instructions are supplied with the
conversion kit.
Washer and dryer stack
A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked
with the washing machine. The
appropriate “WTV” stacking kit* to
match your tumble dryer is required.
All parts marked * are available from
Miele.
Please note:
a= at least 2cm
b= WTV without drawer: 172 cm
WTV with drawer: 181 cm
c= 64 cm

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The Miele water protection
system
The Miele water protection system
protects all parts of the washing
machine and surrounds from water
damage.
The system consists of three main
components:
- the inlet hose
- the electronic unit and drainage and
overflow protection
- the drain hose
Inlet hose
- Protection against bursting
The inlet hose is tested to withstand
pressures up to 7000kPa.
Electronic unit and washing machine
housing
- Sump: Any leaking water is collected
in a sump in the base of the machine.
A float switches off the water inlet
valves, preventing any more water
from flowing into the machine and
water in the suds container is
pumped away.
- Overflow protection: This prevents
the washing machine taking in too
much water. If the water level
exceeds a certain level, the drain
pump switches on and pumps the
excess water away in a controlled
way.
Drain hose
The drain hose is protected by a
ventilation system which prevents the
washing machine from being emptied
completely.

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Connection to the water supply
Health risk and risk of damage
due to contaminated mains water.
The quality of the water used must
correspond to the drinking water
specification of the country in which
the washing machine is being
operated.
Always connect the washing
machine to potable water.
The washing machine must be
connected to a mains water supply in
accordance with current local and
national safety regulations.
The water connection pressure needs
to be between 100kPa (1 bar) and
1000kPa (10 bar). If the water
connection pressure exceeds 1000kPa,
a pressure reducing valve must be
installed.
A tap with a ¾inch threaded union is
required for the connection.
The connection point is subject to
mains water pressure.
Turn on the tap slowly and check for
leaks. Correct the position of the
washer and union if necessary.
The washing machine is not suitable
for connection to a hot water supply.
Maintenance
Only use a genuine Miele hose should
you ever need a replacement. These are
tested to withstand pressures up to
7000kPa.
A filter is located in the open end
of the inlet hose and another in the
intake point to protect the inlet valve.
The filters must remain in place, and
be replaced after cleaning.
Hose extension
Longer hoses 2.5m or 4.0m in length
are available from Miele as optional
accessories (depending on country).

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Drainage
The suds are drained through a drain
pump with a 1m delivery head. For the
water to drain freely, the hose must be
installed free of kinks.
If required, the hose can be extended to
a length of up to 5m.
For a delivery head of more than 1m
(up to a max. of 1.8m) a replacement
drain pump will need to be fitted.
Please contact Miele for advice.
For a delivery head of 1.8 m the hose
can be extended to a length of up to
2.5m.
The necessary parts can be purchased
from Miele.
Drain hose connection options
1. Directed into a laundry trough or tub
or into the sud-saver pipe of a
laundry trough or tub.
Please note:
– Hook the hose over the edge and
secure it.
– Make sure that the water can drain
away freely without hindrance.
Otherwise there is a risk of water
overflowing or of some of the
drained water being sucked back
into the machine.
2. Connected securely to a trapped
waste pipe.
3. Connected securely to a floor drain
(gully).
Please note:
aAdapter
bNut
cHose clip
dEnd of the hose
Fit the adapter  to the sink drain
outlet using the nut .
Attach the end of the hose  to the
adapter .
Use a screwdriver to tighten the hose
clip  up close to the nut.

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Electrical connection
The washing machine is supplied with a
mains cable with moulded plug ready
for connection to a switched socket.
The socket must be easily accessible
after the machine has been installed. If
the switch is not accessible after
installation an additional means of
disconnection must be provided for all
poles.
Risk of fire from overheating!
Connecting the washing machine to
a multi-socket plug adapter or to an
extension lead can overload the
cable.
Do not use an extension lead or
multi-socket plug adapter.
All electrical work must be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person, in strict accordance with
national and local safety regulations.
For extra safety, it is advisable to install
a residual current device (RCD) with a
trip current of 30mA. Ensure power is
not supplied to the appliance until after
the installation has been completed.
Connection should be made via a
suitable switched socket.
If the connection cable is damaged, it
must only be replaced with a specific
connection cable of the same type
(available from Miele) in order to avoid a
hazard. For safety reasons, such
replacement may only be carried out by
a suitably qualified and competent
technician or Miele.
The data plate indicates the nominal
power consumption and the
appropriate fuse rating. Compare the
specifications on the data plate with
those of the mains electricity supply.
If in any doubt, consult a qualified
electrician.
Do not connect the washing machine
solely to a stand-alone inverter such as
those used with an autonomous energy
source, e.g. solar power. When the
washing machine is switched on, power
surges could result in a safety switch-
off. This could damage the electronics.
The machine must not be used with so-
called energy-saving devices either.
These reduce the amount of energy
supplied to the machine, causing it to
overheat.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST
BE EARTHED