Miele W 526 Operating Instructions

Time left display
After the start of a programme, the
duration of the programme selected will
be shown in the display counting down
in hours and minutes and finally in
minutes. At some points during the
wash, the time shown can change. This
is normal.Future updates (PC)
The indicator or check light marked PC
is the interface used by Miele service
technicians during servicing work for
testing purposes and for updating the
machines programme data.
Description of the machine
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Control panel
aDisplay
See the following page for more
information.
bStartbutton
Starts the wash programme
cAdditional option buttons
Additional options can be added to
the basic programme.
Use the top button to select either
theShort, thePre-washor theSoak
option. Use the lower button to select
theWater plusoption.
Indicator light on = option selected
Indicator light off = option not
selected
dIndicator lights for spin speed,
Rinse hold or Without spin
eSpin button
For selecting the final spin speed,...

Programme duration
After a programme has started, the
maximum programme duration (wash
time) will appear in the display in hours
and minutes.
In theCottons,Minimum ironandAuto
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maticprogrammes, the machine
measures the amount of water
absorbed by the laundry and uses this
to calculate the load during the first 10
minutes. If the machine recognises a
smaller load it will shorten the
programme time.
Programme Max. time reduction
short normal
Cottons 37 min 52 min
Minimum iron 12 min 13 min
Automatic 13...

Important control panel
features
Programme selector
The programme selector is used to set
the basic wash programme and the
temperature for that programme.
Additional option buttons
Additional options can be added to the
basic programme.
Use the top button to select either the
Short, thePre-washor theSoakoption.
Use the lower button to select the Water
plus option.
The indicator light will come on to show
that the additional option has been
selected. If an additional option is
chosen, which is...

Before using the machine for the first
time ensure that it is correctly
installed and connected. See
Installation and connection. Also
check that the drain filter is securely
tightened. Otherwise there is a risk
of water leakage during use.
For safety reasons spinning is not
possible until the machine has been
prepared for using for the first time. To
activate the spinning function you must
run a wash programme without laundry
and without detergent.
Using detergent could result in an
excessive build-up...

Energy and water consumption
–Water consumption and energy
usage are determined by the size of
the load.
To make the most out of your
machine, load the maximum dry load
for the programme you are using.
–Use theAutomaticor theQuick wash
programmes for small loads.
–When smaller amounts of laundry are
washed using theCottons
programmes, the automatic load
recognition system will reduce the
amount of water, time and energy
used. This may mean that the
programme duration is adjusted
during the course of the...

Brief instructions
Please note:
To help familiarise yourself with how to
use your washing machine please read
the sections Before washing,
Selecting a programme and At the
end of a programme in detail.
ASort the laundry into colours and
fabric types
Selecting a programme:
BSwitch on the washing machine
COpen the drum door
DLoad the drum
EClose the drum door
FSelect a programme
GSelect a spin speed
HSelect any additional option required
IAdd detergent
JPress theStartbutton
At the end of a programme:
KOpen...

Programme chart
Cottons9ö8E76* 30°C to 95°C Max. load 5.0 kg
Fabric Cottons and linen fabrics, e.g. bed linen, table linen,
towelling, jeans, underwear, T-shirts, nappies.
Additional options Short, Pre-wash, Soak, Water plus
Notes
–Only use theCottons 95°Cprogramme for heavily soiled
laundry.
–For heavily soiled laundry and/or soiling which has been
left unwashed for some time, select theSoakadditional
option.
–For laundry with large amounts of dirt (e.g. dust, sand)
use thePre-washadditional option.
–...

Delicates21ac* cold to 40°C Max. load 1.0 kg
Fabric For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres
and for easy care cotton shirts and blouses.
Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-
washable by the manufacturer.
Additional options Short, Pre-wash, Soak
Notes
–Laundry remains relatively crease-free for easier ironing.
–Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with
Pre-washadvisable.
–For curtains made from delicate fabrics, reduce the spin
speed or select Without...

Quick wash7* 40°C Max. load 2.5 kg
Fabric Very lightly soiled fabrics, which can be washed in the
Cottons programme.
Notes
–Use less detergent (as for a half load).
–If fabrics have a high proportion of man-made fibres it is
advisable to programme the machine for Gentle Action.
See Programmable functions. Note that this programme
is not suitable for delicate items.
Detergent Powder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid
detergent.
Automatic72* 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg
Fabric Small loads of...