Miele G 2872 Operating Instructions

							Energy saving washing
This dishwasher is exceptionally
economical in the use of water and
electricity. For best results follow these
tips:
	For lowest energy consumption you
may connect the dishwasher to a
cold water source.
	For fastest possible wash times, with
slightly higher energy consumption,
connect the dishwasher to a hot
water source.
	If the dishwasher is connected to hot
water, select Energy Saver when
washing light to normally soiled
dishware. The water will not be
heated, therefore the dishes may be
more wet at the end of this program
than when using other programs.
	Make full use of the baskets without
overloading for the most economical
washing.
	
Use the correct amount of detergent
and rinse aid. Detergent dosage is
dependent upon the amount of
soiling and type of dishware being
washed. See the Program Guide for
more information.
	
When using powder or gel detergent
reduce the amount to
2/3when
washing a small load.
	
Choose a program that best suits the
degree of soiling and the type of
dishes being washed.
	
For small loads select Express.
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							To open the door
The door will open automatically at the
end of the program to aid in the drying
process.
This function can be deactivated (see
Settings - Drying Plus).
	Pull the handle to open the door.
If the door is opened during operation,
the dishwasher will stop running. Once
the door is closed the program will
restart.
To close the door
	Push the baskets in.
	Lift the door and push until the catch
engages.
The door will then close automatically.
Keep fingers and other body
parts away from the door as it is
closing. Danger of injury.
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							Welcome screen
	Turn the dishwasher on.
A Welcome screen shows when the washer is turned on for
the first time.
Language setting
The display changes automatically to the language setting.
deutsch
Sprache

english (GB)OK
	Select the desired language and confirm with OK.
The selected language is marked with acheck.
Clock format
The display changes automatically to the clock format.
12 h clock
Clock Format
24 h clockOK
	Select the desired setting and confirm with OK.
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							Time of day setting
The display changes automatically to the time of day setting.
+12
:00
-Please set the time of day OK
	Set the hours using the+/-controls and confirm with OK.
Set the minutes and confirm.
The settings will be saved after the first wash program has
completed.
Two messages Insufficient salt and Insufficient rinse aid may
show. These messages are to remind you to fill the salt and
rinse aid if necessary (see the relevant sections of this
manual for more information).
Confirm with OK and the display changes to the main menu.
Normal
Main menu
Pots & Pans
You can now either select a program or turn the dishwasher
off .
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							Water softener
Every dishwasher is tested before
leaving the factory. Any water
remaining in the machine is from the
final factory test and does not
indicate that the machine has been
used.
To achieve good cleaning results, the
dishwasher needs soft water. Hard
water results in calcium deposits on
dishware and in the dishwasher.
If your tap water hardness is above 4 °d
(4 gr/gal [US]), the water should be
softened.
– The water softener must be filled with
dishwasher salt for reactivation.
If using Tab products which include
salt, you should still add salt to the
machine to achieve optimal cleaning
results.
– Your local water authority will be able
to advise you of the water hardness
level in your area.
–
The dishwasher must be
programmed to correspond to the
water hardness in your area.
If the hardness of your local supply
is constantly lower than 4 °d (4 gr/gal
[US]), you donot need to add water
softener salt.
Checking the water hardness
The water hardness level set can be
viewed under the submenu Water
hardness. See Settings- Water
hardness.
	If necessary, reset the hardness to
that of your local water supply, see
Settings- External water softener.
External water softener
If the dishwasher is connected to an
external water softener unit which is
regenerated with salt, the water
hardness must be set in the
dishwasher.
	Set the dishwasher to the water
hardness of the external water
softener. See Settings- External
water softener.
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							Filling the salt container
Inadvertently filling the salt
container with dishwashing
detergent will damage the water
softener.
Only use water softener salt
specially formulated for
dishwashers. Other salts may
contain insoluble additives which
can impair the water softener.
	Remove the lower basket and
unscrew the salt container lid.
When opening the salt container,
water will run out. Open the
container only to refill salt.
Important:The salt container must
be filled with 2 quarts (2 l) of water
before adding salt for the first
time. Water does not have to be
added with subsequent refills.	Place the provided funnel over the
salt container. Carefully fill with salt.
The salt container holds approx.
4.5 lbs (2 kg) of salt. As it is filled,
water will run out.
	Clean any excess salt from the
threads of the container opening.
Screw the lid on firmly.
	If the dishwasher will not be used
immediately, run the Express
program (without the Turbo
function). This will remove any traces
of salt from inside the wash cabinet.
Salt refill message
	
When the display shows Insufficient
salt, refill the salt after the program
has finished.
	
Confirm with OK.
The message will clear from the display.
After the container has been filled, the
water softener is automatically
reactivated the next time the
dishwasher is started. The Insufficient
salt message will show again during
this process. Confirm again with OK.
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							Rinse aid
Rinse aid helps to prevent spotting on
dishes and glassware.
The rinse aid is filled in the reservoir
and the set amount will be
automatically dosed.
Filling the rinse aid reservoir with
detergent will damage the reservoir.
Only pour rinse aid formulated for
residential dishwashers into the
reservoir.
When using Tab detergents rinse
aid is not needed.
Adding rinse aid
	
Press the button in the direction of
the arrow until the flap springs open.	Pour liquid rinse aid into the reservoir
until it is visible on the surface of the
screen.
The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.
3.7 oz (110 ml).
	Press on the flap until you hear it
click shut. Failure to close it all the
way allows water to enter the
reservoir during the wash program.
	Clean any spilled rinse aid. The flap
will remain closed during normal
operation.
To optimize the wash result, the rinse
aid dosage can be adjusted. See
Settings- Rinse aid.
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							Rinse aid refill message
When the Insufficient rinse aid message
first comes on, there will be enough
rinse aid left for2-3washes.
	Refill rinse aid after the program has
finished.
If the Tab function is selected, the
Insufficient rinse aid message will
not come on. See Settings-
Detergent.
	Confirm with OK.
The Insufficient rinse aid message will
clear from the display.
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							Do not wash items soiled with
ash, sand, wax, grease or paint in
the dishwasher.
Ash and sand do not dissolve and
will be distributed throughout the
inside of the dishwasher.
Wax, grease and paint will cause
permanent discoloration and
damage to the dishwasher.
	Scrape food from dishes before
placing them in the dishwasher,
rinsing is not necessary.
	Some foods contain natural dyes,
e.g. carrots or tomatoes. Plastic items
may discolor permanently if they
come in contact with food dyes.
	All items can be placed anywhere in
the baskets.
	Load dishes so that water can reach
all surfaces. Do not place dishes or
cutlery inside other pieces.
	
Make sure that all items are securely
positioned.
	
Hollow items such as cups and
glasses should be placed upside
down in the baskets.
	
To ensure good water coverage,
tall, narrow and hollow items,
i.e. vases or champagne glasses,
should be placed in the center of the
basket rather than in the corners.
	
Concave based items such as mugs
or bowls, should be placed at an
angle so that water does not pool.	The spray arms must not be blocked
by items that are too tall or hang
through the baskets. Check
clearance by manually rotating the
spray arms.
	Place very small items in the cutlery
tray or basket so they do not fall to
the bottom of the wash cabinet.
	Food residue and spilled liquids
should be cleaned from the sides of
the dishwasher door. These are
outside of the wash cabinet and are
not cleaned by water from the spray
arms.
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							Items not recommended for
dishwashing
–Cutlery with wooden handles
–Wooden cutting boards
–Glued items such as old knives with
handles glued together around the
shank of the blade
–Handmade craft items, antique,
metal trimmed or decorative
glassware
–Plastic items that are not heat
resistant
– Copper, brass, tin or aluminum
– Dishes with color painted over the
glaze. These dishes may fade over
time
– Fine glassware and crystal items
should only be washed using the
China & Crystal program*.
Otherwise clouding or etching may
occur after frequent washing.
–
Cast iron pots and pans
* depending on model
If unsure whether your china and
crystal are dishwasher safe, please
check with the manufacturer. The
China & Crystal program, although
extremely gentle and thorough can
cause the china and crystal to wear
if they are not dishwasher safe.Glassware:
–There are no standard guidelines for
washing glassware, when in doubt
wash by hand.
–When purchasing new dishes,
glasses and cutlery, make sure they
are dishwasher safe. Only wash
items marked dishwasher safe in
the dishwasher.
–If fine glassware is washed in the
dishwasher select the China &
Crystal program*. This will reduce
the risk of clouding.
Silver and aluminum:
– Silver or aluminum items may tarnish.
– Silverware previously cleaned with a
silver polish may be damp or spotted
at the end of a program where water
has adhered to the polish. This can
be rubbed off with a soft, dry cloth.
Silver that has been cleaned in an
immersion dip is usually dry at the
end of a program, but may tarnish.
–
If left to dry, foods containing sulfur
can discolor silver. These include
egg yolk, onions, mayonnaise,
mustard, fish and marinades.
–
Silverware may tarnish or pit if
washed next to stainless steel.
Leave space between these metals.
–
Clean aluminum items, e.g. grease
filters, with domestic dishwasher
detergent only.
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