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
enzymes and oxygen based bleaching
agents. Phosphate free products are
rare.
Types of detergent:
–
Powder and liquid gel detergents.
These detergents allow you to adjust
the amount dispensed according to
the size of load and level of soiling.
–
Tab detergents. These are suitable
for most levels of soiling.
Miele branded dishwasher powder
and tabs are available from the Miele
Spare Parts Department or via the
Internet, depending on country.A variety of combination products is also
available (see section Additional
functions, Combi-tab, depending on
model).
In addition to detergent, combi tabs
contain rinse aid and salt substitutes.
Combi tabs are available as 3 in 1 or,
when they also contain other components
such as glass and stainless steel
protective additives and enhanced
cleaning power, as 4 in 1, 5 in 1 etc.
Refer to the manufacturers packaging as
to whether the combi tabs are suitable for
the water hardness level in your area.
Please note that the cleaning and drying
results of tab detergents can vary greatly.
For optimum cleaning and drying
results use Miele dishwasher
detergent and add Miele salt and
Miele rinse aid separately.
Under certain circumstances
unsatisfactory washing and drying
results might be noticed when using
combination dishwasher detergents.
These products contain a combination
of detergent and rinse aid or detergent
and salt (2 in 1) or detergent, rinse aid
and salt (3 in 1). Drying results might
not be as good as expected or
residues or flecks might be left on
crockery. If results are still
unsatisfactory, even after seeking
advice from the detergent
manufacturer, we suggest that you
change to a different product or use a
traditional dishwasher detergent.
Operation
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							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 powder
detergents and do not ingest
dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher
detergents contain irritant or corrosive
ingredients which can cause burning
in the nose, mouth and throat if
swallowed, or inhibit breathing.
Consult a doctor immediately if
detergent has been swallowed or
inhaled.
Keep detergent and other household
agents out of the reach of children at
all times. Keep children away from the
dishwasher when the door is open.
There could still be detergent residues
in the cabinet. To avoid the danger of
children coming into contact with the
dishwasher detergent, only add
detergent just before starting the
programme and close the door,
activating the child safety lock (if your
dishwasher is fitted with one).
Operation
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							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 approx. 20 or
30 ml when the door is open in a
horizontal position.
Operation
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							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 or anti-clockwise to the
required programme.
The Start/Stop indicator light will flash.
^Press the Start/Stop button.
The programme will begin. The
Start/Stop and Wash/Rinse indicator
lights will come on.
A programme can only be cancelled
in the first few minutes. Otherwise
the programme must continue to the
end so that important programme
stages (e.g. reactivating the water
softener) are not omitted.
Programme sequence
indicators
After a programme has been started
the current stage of the programme is
indicated by the programme sequence
indicator lights.
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							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:
^Switch the dishwasher off using the
Kbutton.
The dishwasher will continue to use
electricity until it is switched off with
theKbutton.
If the dishwasher is not going to be
used for a longer period of time, e. g.
whilst on holiday, the stopcock should
be turned off.
Unloading the dishwasher
Dishes tend to break and chip more
easily when they are hot.
Allow the dishes to cool until they are
comfortable enough to handle before
unloading them.
If you open the door fully after switching
off, the dishes will cool much faster.
^First unload the lower basket, then
the upper basket and finally the
cutlery tray (depending on model).
This will prevent water drops from the
upper basket and cutlery tray from
falling onto the dishes in the lower
basket.
Operation
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							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 sure that it clicks
into place.
Changing a programme
If the detergent dispenser flap has
already opened, do not change the
programme.
If a programme has already started and
you wish to change it, proceed as
follows:
^Press the Start/Stop button for at
least one second.
The programme will be cancelled. The
Start/Stop indicator light will flash.
^Select the programme you want, and
then start it.
Operation
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							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 beginning again.
^Turn the programme selector to the
11 oclock position.
The Wash/Rinse indicator light will not
be lit up (indicating that at least one
setting has been altered from the
factory default settings).
^
Press the Start/Stop button.
The Wash/Rinse indicator will now
flash briefly at intervals (indicating that
all settings are now the factory default
ones).
^
Turn the programme selector to the
9 oclock position.The Wash/Rinse indicator light shows
whether a setting other than the factory
default setting has been set.
–If the Wash/Rinse indicator light is
flashing:
All settings are factory default
settings.
–If the Wash/Rinse indicator light is
not lit up:
At least one setting has been altered
from the factory default setting.
^Press the Start/Stop button if you
wish to re-set all the factory default
settings.
^Switch the dishwasher off using the
Kbutton.
Operation
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							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 cleaner or conditioner.
Cleaning the door and the door
seal
^
Wipe the door seals regularly with a
damp cloth to remove food deposits.^When the dishwasher is being loaded,
food and drink residues may drip onto
the sides of the dishwasher door.
These surfaces are outside the wash
cabinet and are not accessed by
water from the spray arms. Any
soiling should be wiped off these
surfaces before the door is closed.
Cleaning the door front
,Remove any soiling immediately.
If not, it might become impossible to
remove and could cause the outer
surface to alter or discolour.
^Clean the front using a damp cloth or
a sponge and a solution of hot water
and washing-up liquid. Then dry with
a soft cloth.
^To avoid damaging the outer
surface, do not use:
– cleaning agents containing soda,
ammonia, acids or chlorides,
–
cleaning agents containing
descaling agents,
–
abrasive cleaning agents, e.g.
powder cleaners and cream cleaners,
–
solvent-based cleaning agents,
–
stainless steel cleaning agents,
–
dishwasher cleaner,
–
oven sprays,
–
glass cleaning agents,
–
hard, abrasive sponges and
brushes, e.g. pot scourers,
–
sharp metal scrapers.
Cleaning and care
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							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 and clean them if necessary.
^Switch the dishwasher off.^Turn the handle anti-clockwise to
release the filter combinationa.
^Lift the filter combination out of the
dishwasherb. Remove any coarse
particles and rinse the filter well
under running water. Use a nylon
brush if necessary.
Cleaning and care
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							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 coarse soil could get into
the circulation system and cause a
blockage.
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