Miele W 5873 User Manual
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B Programme selection viaFurther programmesand the display Turn the programme selector clockwise untilFurther programmes lights up. The following appears in the display: Scroll through the selection list by pressing theDelay start() andSpin speed() buttons. If the required programme appears in the display, confirm with the Temperaturebutton (OK).Select a temperature / spin speed The suggested temperature and/or spin speed can be changed. 2:591600 Press theTemperaturebutton to alter the temperature and press theSpin speedbutton to alter the spin speed. Select Extras Select any Extras by pressing the appropriate button. The relevant indicator light will come on to show which Extra has been selected. Not all the Extras are suitable for use with every programme. You can only select Extras which are compatible with the basic programme being used. See Extras for further information. How to wash correctly 21
Select Delay start (if required) The start of the programme can be delayed from 15 minutes up to a maximum of 24 hours. This allows you to make use of night-time economy electricity rates, for example. See Delay start for more information. Adding detergent It is important to dispense the correct amount, because... . . . too little detergent results in: –Laundry not getting properly clean and with time it may become grey and hard to the touch. – Greasy particles clinging to the laundry. – Limescale deposits on the heater elements. . . . too much detergent results in: – Excessive foam which causes a low level of agitation and poor wash, rinse and spin results. – Higher water consumption (an additional rinse cycle will automatically switch on). – A burden to the environment.Pull out the detergent drawer and add detergent to the compartments. Detergent for the pre-wash (divide the total recommended amount as follows: Add 1/3to compartment and2/3to compartment). Detergent for the main wash, including Soak if selected Fabric softener or liquid starch Close the detergent dispenser drawer. See Detergent for further information. How to wash correctly 22
Start the programme Press the flashingStart/Stopbutton. If a delay start time has been selected, then this will count down in the display. At the end of the delay start time, or im - mediately after the programme has started (if no delay start time has been selected), the estimated programme duration will appear in the display. During the first 8 minutes the machine measures how much water is being absorbed by the laundry. The programme duration may be longer or shorter depending on this absorbency rate. The programme sequence is also shown in the display. The washing machine shows you when each section of the programme is reached. Remove the laundry when the programme has finished After the programme has finished, the following will appear in the display: 0:00 Finish Press theDoorbutton to open the drum door. The machine will switch off automatically 15 minutes after the end of the Anti-crease phase. Push thebutton to switch the machine back on. Remove the laundry. Check that all items have been removed from the drum. Items left in the drum could discolour other items in the next wash or become discoloured themselves. Check the folds in the door seal for any small articles, e.g. buttons, which might be lodged there. Switch the machine off with the button. To avoid the build-up of mildew, it is recommended that the door is left ajar when the machine is not in use. How to wash correctly 23
Final spin speed You can reduce the final spin speed. However, you cannot select a final spin speed higher than that shown in the chart above. Rinse and interim spin There is a spin after the main wash and between the rinses. A reduction in the final spin speed will also reduce the interim spin speed. For the programme Cottonswith a spin speed of less than 700 rpm, an additional rinse is introduced.To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) Press theSpin speedbutton to choose theRinse holdsetting. The laundry will not be spun and will remain suspended in the final rinse water. This reduces creasing if the laundry is not going to be removed from the drum immediately after the end of the programme. –To start the final spin : The washing machine will display the maximum spin speed possible. You can select a lower spin speed. Start the final spin by pressing the Start/Stopbutton. – To end the programme : Press theDoorbutton. The water will drain away. Press theDoorbutton again to open the door. To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin (No) Press theSpin speedbutton to choose theNosetting. The water will drain away and the machine will go straight into the anti-crease stage. An additional rinse is introduced for some programmes in this setting. Spinning 24 Programme rpm Cottons 1600 Minimum iron 1200 Delicates 600 Woollens1200 Proofing 1000 Express 20 1600 Automatic plus 1200 Darks and denim 1200 Shirts 600 Spin 1600 Separate rinse/Starch 1200 Maintenance prog. – Hygiene 1600 Outerwear 800 Down duvets 1200 Cottons Eco 1600 Cottons Eco plus 1600 Minimum iron Eco 1200
Additional programme packages Programme rpm Spinning 25 Baby wear 1200 Bathrobes 1600 Curtains 600 Kids sleeping bags 1200 Soft toys 900 First wash 1200 Nappies 1600 Silks/lingerie 600 Minimum iron hygiene 1200 Kids quick wash 1200 Pillows 1200 Toy building blocks – Down-filled items 1200 Trainers 1000 Baby towelling 1600 Sportswear 1200
With Delay start you can choose when you want the programme to begin. The start of the programme can be delayed from 15 minutes up to a maximum of 24 hours. This allows you to make use of night-time economy electricity rates, for example. To select Delay start Press theDelay startbutton. The following will appear in the display: 0:1560° 1600 Each press of theDelay startbutton extends the delayed start time: – by 15 minutes up to 1 hour, – by 30 minutes up to 10 hours, – by 1 hour from 10 hours upwards. If theDelay startbutton is held in, the time automatically counts up to 24 hours. To begin Delay start Press theStart/Stopbutton to begin Delay start. The following will appear in the display: 4:30until start After the time has counted down, the wash programme begins and the estimated wash time and the programme sequence appear in the display.Changing Delay start Delay start can be changed at any time by pressing theDelay startbutton. To cancel Delay start Press theDelay startbutton once when 24 happears in the display. If Delay start is cancelled after the Start/Stopbutton has been pressed, the wash programme will begin immediate - ly. Delay start 26
Programme chart 27 Cottons Cold to 90°C Max. load 8.0 kg Item Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling, underwear, T-shirts etc. Note for test institutes: Short programme: 4.0 kg load andShortExtra Minimum iron Cold to 60°C Max. load 3.5 kg Item Synthetics, mixed fibres and easy care cottons. Note Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily. WoollensCold to 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg Item Machine-washable or hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics. If the care label does not specify a temperature, wash using the cold setting. Note Reduce the spin speed for fabrics which crease easily. Proofing 40°C Max. load 2.5 kg Item For treating microfibre fabrics, skiwear, fine, closeweave cotton garments (poplin) or tablecloths to provide a water and dirt resistant finish. Notes– The items should be freshly washed and spun or dried before proofing. – For best results, the items should be heat-treated afterwards, either in a tumble dryer or by ironing. Outerwear Cold to 40°C Max. load 2.5 kg Item Outerwear with membranes like Gore-Tex ®, SYMPATEX®, WINDSTOPPER®etc. Notes – Zip up jackets before washing. – Do not use fabric conditioner. – You can proof outerwear items in theProofingprogramme. However, we do not recommend proofing items after every wash. Express 20 Cold to 40°C Max. load 3.5 kg Item Cotton items that are only lightly soiled. Note The Extra optionShortis automatically activated.
Programme chart 28 Maintenance prog. 75°CNo load If you only wash at low temperatures over a long period of time, organic deposits can form in the machine. By cleaning the inside of the machine, you can reduce the build-up of organic deposits, fungi and biofilm and prevent the formation of unpleasant odours. Notes –The best results can be achieved by using the Original Miele dishwasher and washing machine cleaner. Otherwise, a powdered universal detergent can be used. –The machine cleaner or universal detergent are added to the detergent dispenser drawer. –The drum must be empty when running the Maintenance programme. Delicates Cold to 60°C Max. load 2.5 kg Item For delicate garments made of synthetic fibres, mixed fibres and rayon. Curtains, including net curtains, specified as machine-washable by the manufacturer. Notes– Dust in curtains usually makes using a programme with a pre-wash advisable. – For items which crease easily, deselect the spin. Down duvets Cold to 60°C Max. load 2.5 kg 1 down duvet 2.20 m x 2.00 m Item Duvets filled with feathers or down. Note Please observe the instructions on the wash care label. Automatic plus Cold to 40°CMax. load 5.0 kg Item Mixed loads of garments suitable for theCottonsandMinimum iron programmes. Sort according to colour. Note The wash parameters (e.g. water level, wash rhythm and spin speed) are adjusted automatically in this programme to ensure the best possible care and wash result for each item.
Programme chart 29 Cottons Eco 40°C Max. load 8.0 kg Item For normally soiled cottons, linen or mixed fibres, e.g. table linen, towelling, underwear, T-shirts etc. Note Energy savings of approx. 20% are achieved compared to the Cottonsprogramme with a consistent wash performance. The selected temperature is reduced during this programme. Note for test institutes: Energy labelling programme in accordance with AS/NZS 2040.1 & AS/NZS 2040.2 Standard. Darks and denim Cold to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg Item Black and dark garments made from cotton, mixed fibres and denim. Notes– Wash inside out. – Denim often contains excess dye and will run during the first few washes. Wash light and dark coloured items separately. Shirts Cold to 60°C Max. load 2.0 kg Notes– Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary. – Wash silk garments on theDelicatesprogramme. Cottons Eco plus 60°C Max. load 8.0 kg Item Cottons, linens or mixed fibres, e.g. table linen, towelling, underwear, T-shirts etc. Note Energy savings of approx. 10% are achieved compared to the Cottonsprogramme with a consistent wash performance. The selected temperature is reduced during this programme. Minimum iron Eco 40°C / 60°C Max. load 3.5 kg Item Synthetics, mixed fibres and easy care cottons. Notes – Energy savings of approx. 20% are achieved compared to the Minimum iron 40°C/60°Cprogramme with a consistent wash performance. The selected temperature is reduced and the washing duration is extended by approx. 20 minutes. – Reduce the final spin speed for fabrics which crease easily.
Programme chart 30 Spin Notes –Drain only: Set spin speed toNo. –Make sure you select the appropriate spin speed. Separate rinse/Starch Max. load 7.0 kg Item –For rinsing handwashed items. – Table cloths, napkins and overalls that require starching. Notes – Reduce the spin speed for items which crease easily. – Laundry that is to be starched should be washed but not treated with fabric softener. – To achieve particularly good rinsing results with two rinse cycles, theWater plusExtra should be selected. When selectingWater plus, theExtra rinseoption needs to be activated. Hygiene 30°C to 90°C Max. load 7.0 kg Item Fabrics which will be in direct contact with the skin, e.g. underwear, nappies, towelling, bed linen, pillow and mattress covers. Notes –Select a temperature of 60°C or higher for optimum hygiene. –Please observe the instructions on the wash care label.