Miele W 4446 Wps Operating Instructions

							Rear view
Protruding lid for holding when
moving the machine
Electricity supply cable
Inlet hose with Waterproof system
Drain hoseTransit bar covers
Restraining clip for inlet hose and
drain hose
Restraining clips for transit bars
when removed
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							Installation surface
A concrete floor is the most suitable
installation surface for a washing
machine, being far less prone to
vibration during the spin cycle than
wooden floorboards or a carpeted
surface.
Please note the following points:
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:
We recommend a plywood base (at
least 59x52x3 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.
If possible, install the machine in a
corner, as this is usually the most stable
part of the floor.
If the machine is installed on a
raised plinth, ithas to be secured
against slippage during spinning
using retaining clips (available from
the Miele Spare Parts Dept).Transporting the machine to its
installation site
To manoeuvre the machine out of its
packing case to its installation site, hold
it by the front feet as well as by the
edge of the lid where it protrudes to the
rear of the washing machine.
Ensure that the machine feet and
the floor are dry to prevent the
machine from slipping during the
spin cycle.
Removing the transit fittings

To remove the left and right covers
1. Use a screwdriver to prise out the
cover as illustrated.
2. Pull the cover forwards to remove.
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							Using the spanner supplied, turn the
left-hand transit bar 90°, then

withdraw the transit bar.Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°,
then

withdraw the transit bar.
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							To avoid the risk of injury the
holes for the transit bars must be
covered after the transit bars have
been removed.
Fit the covers onto the two holes.
Then plug the holes as shown with
the caps.Secure the transit bars to the back of
the washing machine. Make sure that
holesare fitted over retainers.
The machine must not be moved
without the transit bars in place.
Store them as shown or keep them
in a safe place for future use. They
must be re-fitted if the machine is to
be moved again (e.g. when moving
house).
Re-fitting the transit bars
Re-fitting is carried out by reversing the
procedure.
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							Levelling the machine
The 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
to level the machine. All four feet are
screwed in when the machine is
delivered.

Using the spanner supplied, turn
counter nut2in a clockwise
direction. Then turn counter nut2
together with foot1to unscrew.Use a spirit level to check the
machine is standing level.
Hold foot1securely with a pipe
wrench. Turn counter nut2again
using the spanner supplied until it
sits firmly up against the housing.
All four counter nuts must sit
firmly up against the housing. Please
also check this for the feet which did
not need adjustment. Otherwise
there is the danger of the machine
moving about.
This washing machine is not suitable
for building under a worktop.
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							Washer-dryer stack
A T 200, T 4000, T 7000 or T 8000 Miele
tumble dryer can be stacked on this
machine using a WTV stacking kit
which can be purchased from your
Dealer or the Miele Spare Parts
Department.
Washer-dryer stack using a T 7000
series dryer and WTV 417 stacking
kit
aSafety distance to wall:
at least 2 cm
bHeight:
approx. 179 cm
cDepth of the washer-dryer stack:
approx. 67.5 cm
Washer-dryer stack using a T 200,
T 4000 or T 8000 series dryer and
WTV 412 stacking kit
aSafety distance to wall:
at least 2 cm
bHeight:
approx. 170 cm
cDepth of the washer-dryer stack:
approx. 69.5 cm
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							The Miele Waterproof system
The Miele Waterproof system protects
the washing machine from water
damage.
The system consists of three main
components:
1) the inlet hose
2) the electronic unit and the washing
machine housing
3) the drain hose
1) Inlet hose
– The inlet hose is fitted with an
additional electrical safety valve
which works like an automatic
stopcock and is housed in the inlet
hose connection box.
– It is pressure tested to between
7,000 and 10,000 kPa.
– The inlet hose has a protective
sleeve.
Any leaking water from the inlet hose
is fed into the sump through this
protective sleeve. A float switches off
the safety valve, preventing any
more water from flowing into the
machine and water in the suds
container is pumped away.2) 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 safety 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 in and pumps
the excess water away.
3) 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
The plastic casing of the safety
valve contains electrical
components. The Waterproof system
must only be connected to its own
stopcock. It must not be connected
to mixer taps or similar and must not
be fitted in areas where there is the
risk of water or other liquids
reaching it.
Do not get wet.
The protective sleeve of the hose
must not be damaged or kinked.The machine should be connected to
the mains water supply in accordance
with local and national safety
regulations. The German authorities do
not require it to have a non-return valve
as the washing machine has been
designed to comply with DIN
regulations.
The machine is designed to operate
with a flow pressure of between 100
and 1,000 kPa (1-10 bar). If it is higher
than 1,000 kPa it is essential to fit a
pressure reducing valve.
Connection to the mains water supply
should incorporate a mains stopcock
with
3/4 thread. The stopcock should
be fitted by a qualified plumber.
The connection point is subject
to mains water pressure. Turn on the
stopcock slowly and check for leaks.
Correct the position of the washer
and union if appropriate.
The washing machine isnotsuitable
for connection to a hot water supply
and connection to a household
water softener is not recommended.
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							Maintenance and care
If you intend to unscrew the Miele
Waterproof system hose from the
stopcock it is essential to disconnect
the machine from the electricity supply
first.
Only use aMiele Waterproof system
hose should you need a replacement.
In order to protect the water inlet
valve, the dirt filter in the water inlet
valve connection must not be
removed.
Extension hose
A 1.5 metre long (metal) extension hose
is available from your Miele dealer or
the Miele Spare Parts Department as an
optional extra.
This hose is tested to withstand
pressures of up to 14,000 kPa and can
be used as a flexible extension to the
water supply.
N.B. Using this hose renders the
Waterproof system safety valve on the
inlet hose ineffective.
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							Connection to the drainage
system
The machine drains via a drain pump
with a delivery head of 1 metre*. The
drain hose must not be kinked as this
restricts drainage. The swivel elbow at
the end of the hose can be turned in
either direction, or can be detached if
required, with a sharp twist and pull.
If required, the drain hose can be
extended to a length of 5 m. The
necessary parts can purchased from
the Miele Spare Parts Department or
your Miele dealer.
* 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 the Miele Spare Parts
Department or your Miele Dealer.
Drain hose connection:
1. Direct into a sink or basin:
Please note the following:
–
Hook the hose over the edge and
secure.
–
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 plastic
drain pipe with a rubber nipple.
There is no need to use a non-return
valve.
3. Connected securely to a standpipe.
4. Connected securely to a floor gully.Please note:
Adapter
Nut
Hose clip
End of the hose
Fit adapterto the sink drain outlet
using nut.
Attach the end of the hoseto
adapter.

Use a screwdriver to tighten hose
clipup close to the nut.
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