Miele T 8823 C Manual

							Pull the condenser unit out of its
housing by the handle.
Checking the condenser unit

Hold the condenser unit up to the
lightas shown.

Check to see if there is any fluff
inside it.
The arrows in the illustration above
indicate where to look.If you cannot see any fluff:
Replace the condenser unit (see
following page).
If you can see some fluff:
Clean the condenser unit as
described below.
Cleaning the condenser unit
When rinsing the condenser unit,
make sure you position it as
shown in the next two illustrations.

Use a shower head or similar to rinse
the unit outas shown.
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							Then flush the unit through from the
front.
Check the condenser unit again for
any visible fluff and if necessary flush
it through again until it has all gone.
Remove any soiling still visible inside
the housing unit.
Also make sure the rubber seals are
clean.
The rubber seals must not be
removed and must be free of kinks.

Shake any excess water out of the
unit until no more water droplets are
visible.Replacing the condenser unit
With the handle facing upwards,
push the condenser unit back into
position in its housing.
Turn the lever down to the horizontal
position, making sure that the hook
on the lever clicks into the groove.
When replacing the inner cover after
cleaning, ensure that the rubber seal
fits correctly into the groove.
Replace the cover making sure the
hooks locate correctly. Hold it at an
angle and push it gently downwards.
Then turn the lever upwards into the
horizontal position to lock the cover.
Replace the service panel and press
the upper edge until it clicks into
position.
It is important to ensure that both the
condenser unit and the cover are
correctly positioned and locked.
Otherwise water may leak from the
machine.
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							Problem solving guide
Most faults can be resolved by yourself. This will save time and money as a
call-out charge will apply to customer service visits where the problem could have
been rectified as described in these Operating instructions.
With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the
appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right
without a call-out being necessary. Please note:
Repair work to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a suitably
qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current local and
national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons
could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised
work.
Check and fault messages in the display
Problem Possible cause Remedy
0-§appears in the
display.
TheLow temperature
indicator light is
flashing.The system lock is
activated.If you wish to use the tumble
dryer, the system lock needs
to be deactivated (see
Electronic system lock).
The programme is
cancelled.
0andFinishappear in
the display.
The buzzer sounds.This is not a fault.
In some programmes, if
the drum has been
overloaded or
underloaded, the
programme will be
cancelled. This can
also happen if the items
are already dry.Use theWarm airprogramme
to dry individual items.
–
Open and close the door.
The programme is
cancelled.
The buzzer sounds.
Cooling downor
Finishis flashing in
the display.There is no immediate
cause.–
Switch the dryer off and
then on again.
–
Start a programme.
If the programme stops again
and Cooling down or Finish
flashes again, there is a fault.
Contact Miele.
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							Problem Possible cause Remedy
The following
flashes at the
end of a
programme:
—œ–...C~–...Cœ˜...The programme has finished
but the laundry is still cooling
down.You can remove the laundry
and spread it out to allow the
heat to dissipate, or leave it in
the dryer to cool down more.
TheClean out
airways
indicator light
comes on.The dryer is not working
efficiently or economically.
Possible cause: Blockages
due to fluff or detergent
residues.–Cleaning the filters is
usually all that is required.
However, if the message
does not go out after you
have cleaned the filters,
then also check all the
possible causes described
under The drying process
goes on too long or even
switches off.
To delete the message:
– Open and close the door
while the dryer is switched
on.
TheClean out airways
indicator light can be
deactivated (see
Programmable functions).
The programme
is cancelled.
TheClean out
airways
indicator light
comes on.
The buzzer
sounds.See above for possible
causes and their remedies.To delete the fault message:
–
Open and close the door
while the dryer is switched
on.
–
Start a programme.
–
If this warning appears
again, contact Miele.
TheEmpty out
container
indicator light
comes on.
The buzzer
sounds.The condensed water
container is full or there is a
kink in the drain hose.–
Empty out the condensed
water container.
–
Check the drain hose.
To delete the message:
–
Open and close the door
while the dryer is switched
on.
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							Problem Possible cause Remedy
The indicator light
Start/Stopflashes
slowly and the display
is dark.The dryer is on standby.
This is a normal function
and does not indicate a
fault.See Programmable
functions.
Some programmes
wont start anymore.
The indicator light for
that programme doesnt
light up anymore either.There is no immediate
cause.–Switch the dryer off
and then on again.
–Select the programme
that cannot be started.
–If you still cant start the
programme, there is a
fault. Contact Miele.
TheStart/Stopindicator
light flashes/does not
flash.The flashing indicates
that a programme can be
started.After the programme has
started, the flashing will
change to a constant
light.
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							An unsatisfactory drying result
Problem Possible cause Remedy
The laundry is not
sufficiently dry.The load consisted of
different fabrics.–Final drying cycle with
Warm air.
–Select a different
programme next time*.
Items made of synthetic
fibres are charged with
static electricity after
drying.Synthetic fibres tend to
attract a static charge.Static charges can be
reduced by adding a
fabric conditioner to the
final rinse in the washing
programme or a fabric
conditioner sheet to the
load when drying.
There is a build-up of
fluff.Fluff is principally the
result of friction when
garments are being worn
and to some extent when
they are being washed.
Machine drying hardly
causes any fluff to form
and has no appreciable
effect on the lifetime of
the fabric.Fluff is collected by the
fluff filters and can be
easily removed (see
Cleaning and Care).
* You can alter the drying levels for some programmes: (see Settings menu).
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							Other problems
Problem Possible cause Remedy
The drying process
goes on too long or
even switches off.In some circumstances, the
Clean out airways indicator
light still comes on, even
though the filters are clean.
Clean out airways.Please check all the
possible causes and
switch the dryer off and
then back on again.
Ventilation to and from the
dryer may be insufficient
(e.g. because it is installed
in a small room). This has
caused the temperature in
the room to rise sharply.Open a door or window
while the machine is in
operation for increased air
flow.
The vents below the door
are covered.– Remove any fluff.
The fluff filters are clogged
with fluff or were still wet
when they were replaced.– Remove any fluff.
– The fluff filters need to
be dry.
Detergent residue, hair and
fine fluff can block the
condenser unit.The condenser unit should
be checked and cleaned
from time to time.
The laundry has not been
spun sufficiently.Make sure that your
laundry is thoroughly spun
at the appropriate spin
speed in the washing
machine.
The tumble dryer has been
overloaded.Do not exceed the
maximum load for the
programme selected.
Metallic components, e.g.
zippers have prevented the
dryer from registering the
correct moisture level.–
Open the zippers next
time.
If the problem occurs
again, dry garments with
long zippers using the
Warm airprogramme
(timed drying).
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							Problem Possible cause Remedy
Water leaks from the
machine after the
condenser unit has
been cleaned.–The inner cover of the
condenser unit has not
been locked properly
and/or the condenser
unit has not been
positioned correctly.
–There is a build-up of
fluff.–Ensure that the
condenser unit is
positioned correctly
and lock the inner
cover.
–Check the rubber
seals.
–Use a cloth to remove
any visible fluff from the
inside of the condenser
unit housing.
A programme cannot be
started.There is no immediate
cause.–Is the dryer switched
on?
– Is the mains plug
plugged in?
– Is the door closed
properly?
– Has the fuse or circuit
breaker tripped?
Power cut.When power is restored to the dryer after a power
cut, the programme will continue as long as the
cooling down phase had not been reached.
The interior drum
lighting does not come
on.The lighting switches off
automatically (to save
energy).–
Switch the dryer off
and then on again.
–
If the lamp needs to be
replaced, follow the
instructions: Refer to
the following:
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							Changing the lamp
Disconnect the machine from the
mains electricity supply.
Open the door.
You will find the interior lamp cover at
the top of the drum aperture.
Insert a suitable tool, such as a wide
bladed screwdriver, under the side
edge of the lamp cover as illustrated.

Apply a little pressure and, whilst
doing so, turn your wrist in the
direction of the arrow to open the
cover.
The cover will open downwards.
The temperature resistant lamp should
only be ordered from your Miele
Chartered Agent or from Miele.
The lamp specification and
maximum wattage are stated on the
data plate and on the lamp cover.
Replace the lamp.
To close the cover, push it upwards
and press it on the left and right until
you hear it click into position.
Ensure that it is fitted into
position securely, as any moisture
could cause a short circuit.
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							In the event of any faults which you
cannot remedy yourself, please contact
–Your Miele Chartered Agent or
–Miele (see back cover for address).
When contacting Miele, please quote
the model and serial numbers, both of
which are located on the data plate
situated on the right-hand side below
the drum aperture.Future updates (PC)
The indicator or check light markedPC
on the control panel is the interface
used by the Miele service technicians
during service work for testing
purposes and for updating the
machines programme data.
Optional accessories
Optional accessories for these dryers
are available from your Miele Chartered
Agent or from Miele.
Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded to
improve our service.
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