Miele Dishwasher G 1023 U Manual

Detergent
,Only use detergents formulated
for domestic dishwashers. Do not
use washing-up liquid.
Active ingredients
Modern detergents contain various
active ingredients, the most important
of which are:
–Phosphates to prevent calcification.
–Alkalis to aid removal of dried on
soiling.
– Enzymes to break down starch and
loosen protein.
– Oxygen based bleaching agents to
remove coloured stains (e.g. tea,
coffee, tomato sauce).
Most dishwasher detergents contain
phosphates and are mildly alkaline with...

Dispensing
^Follow the dosage recommended by
the manufacturer on the packaging.
^Unless directed otherwise, use one
detergent tab or add 20 to 30 ml
detergent in compartment II,
depending on the level of soiling.
With very heavy soiling you can also
add a small amount of detergent to
compartment l (see Programme
chart).
^Do not use tabs with the Quick
programme, as they will not dissolve
properly.
Failure to dispense the
recommended amount of detergent
may impair cleaning results.
,Avoid inhalation of...

Adding detergent
^Press the opening catch on the
detergent dispenser. The flap will
spring open.
The flap is always open at the end of a
programme.
^
Add the required amount of
detergent and close the flap.^Make sure that the detergent
packaging is properly closed after
use to avoid it getting damp and
becoming lumpy.
For information
Compartment I holds max. 10 ml,
Compartment II holds max. 50 ml.
There are markings in compartment II
to assist with dispensing: 20, 30. The
marks indicate a level of...

Switching on
^Make sure the spray arms are not
obstructed.
^Close the door.
^Open the stopcock, if it is closed.
^Switch the dishwasher on using the
Kbutton.
The End indicator light comes on if the
programme selector is not pointing at a
programme.
Selecting a programme
Choose your programme according to
the type of load and how dirty it is.
The different programmes and their
uses are described in the Programme
Overview later on in this booklet.
Starting a programme
^Turn the programme selector
clockwise...

At the end of a programme
The End indicator light will come on at
the end of the programme.
The dishwasher can now be opened
and unloaded (see Unloading the
dishwasher).
,To prevent the risk of steam
damage to the worktop edging
above the dishwasher, it is
advisable to leave the door closed
until you are ready to unload the
crockery. Alternatively you can open
the door fully until the crockery is
cool enough to unload. Do not leave
the door only partially open.
Switching off
At the end of a programme:...

Interrupting a programme
A programme is interrupted as soon as
the door is opened.
When the door is closed again, the
programme will continue from the point
it was at before the door was opened.
,Water in the dishwasher may be
hot. Danger of scalding.
Only open the door if absolutely
necessary and exercise extreme
caution when doing so. Before
closing the door again, leave it ajar
for approx. 20 seconds. This will
enable the temperature in the wash
cabinet to settle. Then close the
door firmly, making...

Additional functions
Factory default setting
If you have altered any settings from
the factory default, you can re-set them
back to the factory default settings as
follows:
^Switch the dishwasher off using the
Kbutton.
^Turn the programme selector to the
12 oclock position.
^Press the Start/Stop button in and
whilst holding it inswitch the
dishwasher on using theKbutton.
Keep the Start/Stop button pressed in
until the Start/Stop indicator comes
on.
If this does not happen, start the
procedure from the...

Check your dishwasher regularly
(approx. every4-6months). This
way faults and problems can be
avoided.
,The outer surfaces of the
dishwasher are susceptible to
scratching.
Contact with unsuitable cleaning
agents can alter or discolour the
outer surfaces.
Cleaning the wash cabinet
The wash cabinet is largely
self-cleaning, provided that the correct
amount of detergent is always used.
If, however, there are limescale or
grease deposits in the cabinet, these
can be removed with a proprietary
dishwasher...

Cleaning the filters in the wash
cabinet
The filter combination in the base of the
wash cabinet retains coarse soil from
the suds solution, preventing it
accessing the circulation system and
re-entering the cabinet through the
spray arms.
,The dishwasher must not be
used without all the filters in place.
Collection of coarse soil may cause the
filters to clog. The level of soiling and
time it takes before the filters need
cleaning will vary depending on use.
Check the condition of the filters
regularly...

To clean the inside of the filter, the flap
must be opened:
^Press catchesatogether in the
direction of the arrows as shown,
and open the filterb.
^Rinse all the filters under running
water.
^Then close the flap so that the catch
engages.^Replace the filter combination so that
it lies flat in the base of the wash
cabinet.
^Then turn the handle clockwise to
lock the filter combination in place.
,Take care when you are fitting
the filter combination that it is
secured in position correctly.
Otherwise...