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Operating Instructions
Dishwasher
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions be-
fore installation or use.
en-US
HG05
M.-Nr. 10 654 330

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Dishwasher To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions be- fore installation or use. en-US HG05 M.-Nr. 10 654 330...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............. 4 Guide to the dishwasher.................. 13 Appliance overview ....................13 Control panel ......................14 Caring for the environment ................ 15 Energy-saving dishwashing................... 16 Before using for the first time ................ 17 Opening the door ....................17 Closing the door....................
  • Page 3 Contents Delay Start......................41 Buzzer tones......................43 Optimize Standby....................44 Factory default settings ..................45 Program overview .................... 46 Cleaning and care .................... 48 Cleaning the wash cabinet ..................48 Cleaning the door and the door seal..............48 Cleaning the control panel ..................48 Cleaning the door front ..................
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Keep the installation plan and the operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with this information.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Correct use  This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and similar residential environments.  This dishwasher is not suitable for outdoor use.  It must only be used as specified in these operating instructions for cleaning domestic dishes and cutlery.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety with children  Children must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised.  Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Keep small children away from the appliance at all times to avoid the risk of injury.
  • Page 7 Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate grounding system (e.g. electric shock). ...
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  To avoid the risk of damage to the dishwasher, make sure that the connection data on the data plate (fuse rating, voltage, and fre- quency) matches the electrical supply before connecting the dish- washer to the mains. Consult a qualified electrician if in any doubt. ...
  • Page 9  If the connection cable is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cable of the same type (available from Miele) by a Miele-au- thorized service technician only.  This dishwasher is supplied with a special bulb to cope with par- ticular conditions (e. g.
  • Page 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Proper installation  The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation plan.  Be careful when installing the dishwasher. Wear protec- tive gloves to avoid injury on any sharp metal components.  The dishwasher must be correctly aligned horizontally to ensure problem-free operation.
  • Page 11 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Proper use  Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion!  Do not inhale or ingest powder detergent. Dishwasher detergents contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which can cause burning in the nose, mouth, and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Seek medical attention immediately if detergent has been swallowed or in- haled.
  • Page 12 Please observe the information given in "Technical data" regarding the capacity of the dishwasher. Accessories  Use only genuine original Miele parts. If spare parts or acces- sories from other manufacturers are used, the warranty may become invalid. Disposal of your old dishwasher ...
  • Page 13: Guide To The Dishwasher

    Guide to the dishwasher Appliance overview a Upper spray arm (not visible) f Lower spray arm b Cutlery tray (depending on model) g Filter system c Upper basket h Data plate d Middle spray arm i Rinse aid reservoir e Air intake for drying (depending on j Dual compartment detergent dis- model) penser...
  • Page 14: Control Panel

    Guide to the dishwasher Control panel a Button  (On/Off) e Delay Start button  with indicator light b Program selection f Time display c Program selection button  g Check/Refill indicators d Short button  with indicator light These operating instructions apply to several different dishwasher models with different heights.
  • Page 15: Caring For The Environment

    Consult with local authorities, dealers or Miele in order to dispose of and recycle electrical and electronic appliances. Miele assumes no responsibility for deleting any personal data left on the appliance being disposed.
  • Page 16: Energy-Saving Dishwashing

    Caring for the environment Energy-saving dishwashing This dishwasher is economical in the consumption of water and energy. For best results follow these tips: – For most economical dishwashing, make full use of the baskets without overloading the dishwasher. – Choose a program that best suits the degree of soiling and the type of dishes being washed.
  • Page 17: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Opening the door Closing the door  Push the baskets in.  Then lift the door upwards and push until it clicks into position.  Danger of crushing injuries! Do not put your hand inside the door as it is closing.
  • Page 18: Before Using The Appliance For The First Time, You Require

    Before using for the first time Before using the appliance for Rinse aid the first time, you require: Rinse aid is needed to prevent spotting on dishes and glassware. The rinse aid – Domestic dishwasher detergent is filled in the reservoir and the set –...
  • Page 19: Rinse Aid Indicator

    Before using for the first time Rinse aid indicator When the Rinse aid indicator lights up, the rinse aid reservoir contains suffi- cient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programs only.  Add rinse aid. If you consistently use a "Tab" deter- gent, you can deactivate the refill indi- cators if you wish (see "Options - Refill indicators").
  • Page 20 Before using for the first time  Turn the dishwasher off with the  button, if it is turned on.  Press the program selection button , and, simultaneously switch the dishwasher on using the  button. Keep the program selection button  pressed in for at least four seconds until the lower right program indicator light comes on.
  • Page 21: Loading The Dishwasher

    Loading the dishwasher – Make sure that small items cannot Tips fall through the holders in the bas- Remove coarse food residues from the kets. dishes. Small items, e.g., lids, should there- fore be placed in the cutlery tray or There is no need to rinse items under cutlery basket (depending on model).
  • Page 22 Loading the dishwasher Items not recommended for dish- Glass care washing – Clouding may occur on glasses after – Wooden cutlery, cutting boards and frequent washing. If delicate glass- dishes or items with wooden parts ware is washed in the dishwasher, ensure that only very low tempera- –...
  • Page 23: Loading Examples

    Loading the dishwasher Loading examples Loading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery tray Lower basket Upper basket Cutlery tray (depending on model)
  • Page 24 Loading the dishwasher Loading for 16 standard place settings with cutlery tray Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray (depending on model)
  • Page 25 Loading the dishwasher Loading for 10 standard place settings with cutlery basket Lower basket Upper basket Cutlery basket...
  • Page 26 Loading the dishwasher Loading for 13 standard place settings with cutlery basket Lower basket Upper basket Cutlery basket...
  • Page 27: Upper Basket

    Loading the dishwasher Adjustable cup rack (depending on Upper basket model)  For safety reasons, do not oper-  Raise the rack to make room for tall ate the dishwasher without the upper items. and lower baskets in place (except Glasses can be arranged along the po- when running the Tall items...
  • Page 28: Adjusting The Upper Basket

    Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the upper basket Dishwashers with cutlery basket (see data plate for model number) In order to gain more space for taller items the upper basket can be adjusted Plate  in inches (cm) Upper on three levels with 3/4" (2 cm) between basket Upper basket Lower...
  • Page 29: Lower Basket

    Loading the dishwasher MultiComfort area Lower basket The rear section of the lower basket is used for washing cups, glasses, plates, pots and pans. Hinged spikes The spikes at the front are used for washing plates, soup bowls, platters, dessert bowls, and saucers. The spikes can be lowered to make more room for large items, e.g.
  • Page 30: Cutlery

    Loading the dishwasher Cutlery 3D cutlery tray (depending on model)  Arrange the cutlery in the tray as shown. To make unloading much easier, cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, one for spoons, etc. Spoon heads should be placed in con- tact with at least one of the serrated re- tainers on the base of the cutlery tray to...
  • Page 31: Cutlery Basket (Depending On Model)

    Loading the dishwasher Cutlery basket (depending on model)  Fit it onto the cutlery basket if re- quired. The cutlery basket can be placed any- where on the front rows of spikes in the lower basket.  To avoid the risk of injury, knives and forks should be placed with the han- dles upwards in the basket.
  • Page 32: Operation

    Express program (if avail- For optimum cleaning and drying re- able) is used. sults, use Miele dishwasher detergent and add Miele salt and Miele rinse aid Use only the recommended amount separately. See "Optional acces- of detergent. Continued use of too sories."...
  • Page 33 Operation Adding detergent  Add the required amount of detergent and close the flap.  Press the opening catch on the deter- gent dispenser. The flap will spring  Make sure that the detergent packag- open. ing is properly closed after use to avoid it getting damp and becoming The flap is always open at the end of a lumpy.
  • Page 34: Turning On

    Operation Turning on Selecting a program  Turn on the water supply if it is turned Choose your program according to the off. type of load and the degree of soiling.  Open the door. The different programs and their uses are described in the Program Over- ...
  • Page 35: Starting A Program

    Operation Starting a program Time display  Start the program by closing the door The duration of the program selected within four seconds of the last press appears in hours and minutes in the of a button. display before the program begins. Dur- ing the program, the time left until the The program will begin.
  • Page 36: Energy Management

    Operation Energy management At the end of the program To save energy, the dishwasher will A buzzer will sound at the end of the switch off automatically 10 minutes af- program with the door closed. ter the last time a button has been ...
  • Page 37: Turning Off The Dishwasher

    Operation Turning off the dishwasher Unloading the dishwasher At the end of a program: Dishes tend to break and chip more easily when they are hot. Allow the  Open the door. dishes to cool until they are comfortable  The dishwasher can be switched off enough to handle before unloading at any time using the ...
  • Page 38: Interrupting A Program

    Operation Interrupting a program Changing a program A program will be interrupted as soon If the detergent dispenser flap has al- as the door is opened. ready opened, do not change the program.  Close the door and press the Start button.
  • Page 39: Options

    Options Short  The Short  option reduces the dura- tion of programs in which this option is available. In order to achieve optimum cleaning results, consumption rates are in- creased with this option.  Open the door.  Turn the dishwasher on with the  button.
  • Page 40: Turning Off The Refill Indicator

    Options  Press the  button 9 times. Turning off the refill indicator The  indicator light will flash 9 times If you consistently use a Tab detergent, at short intervals. you can deactivate the refill indicator if you wish. The flashing sequence in the time dis- ...
  • Page 41: Delay Start

    Options  Open the door. Delay Start  Turn the dishwasher on with the You can set the start time for a pro-  button. gram, e.g., to take advantage of night time electricity rates. The start time can  Select the desired program. be delayed between 30 minutes and 24 ...
  • Page 42 Options  Open the door if you need to check Starting a program before the delay start time has elapsed: how long the delay period has left to run. A program can be started before the delay start period has elapsed. The time up until the program starts will Proceed as follows: count down in the display in hours for...
  • Page 43: Buzzer Tones

    Options  Press the  button 4 times. Buzzer tones The  indicator light will flash 4 times A sequence of audible tones will sound at short intervals. at the end of the program or if there is a fault. The flashing sequence in the time dis- play shows whether the buzzers at the The buzzer at the end of a program and...
  • Page 44: Optimize Standby

    Options  Press the  button 8 times. Optimize Standby The  indicator light will flash 8 times "Optimize Standby" is activated by de- at short intervals. fault. The flashing sequence in the display To save energy, the dishwasher will shows whether or not Optimize Standby switch off automatically a few minutes is activated.
  • Page 45: Factory Default Settings

    Options  Press the  button 19 times. Factory default settings The  indicator light will flash once at If you have altered any settings from the a long interval and then 9 times at short factory default, you can reset them intervals.
  • Page 46: Program Overview

    Program overview Program When to use Program sequence Pre- Main Interim Final Drying wash wash rinse rinse °F/°C °F/°C Program for regular use to com- 120- 154/ Normal pletely wash a full load of normally needed 140/ soiled dishware with the ability to 49-60 adjust energy and water consump- tion based on the soil load of the...
  • Page 47 Program overview Consumption Duration Energy Water Cold water Hot water Gallons/Litres Cold water Hot water 50°F/10°C 120°F/49°C 50°F/10°C 120°F/49°C h:min h:min 1.06 1.11 3.2/12.1 2:21 2:02 1.50 1.70 4.0/15.0 3:32 3:17 0.60 1.70 2.9/11.0 0:55 0:46 1.45 1.65 3.6/13.5 2:41 2:27 0.01 0.20...
  • Page 48: Cleaning And Care

     The control panel should only be grease deposits in the wash cabinet, these can be removed with a special wiped with a damp cloth. cleaning agent (available from Miele). Follow the instructions on the packag- ing. If you mainly use low temperature pro- grams (<...
  • Page 49: Cleaning The Door Front

    Cleaning and care To better maintain your appliance Cleaning the door front avoid the following:  If soiling remains longer, it may – Cleaning products containing soda, happen that the surfaces can be- ammonia, acid, or chloride come discolored or changed. –...
  • Page 50: Filter System

    Cleaning and care Filter system Filter system  Turn the dishwasher off. The filter system in the base of the wash cabinet prevents food from being redeposited on dishes. It also protects the circulation pump from damage caused by foreign objects. ...
  • Page 51 Cleaning and care  Replace the filter system so that it lies To clean the inside of the filter, the flap flat in the base of the wash cabinet. must be opened:  Press catches  together in the di- ...
  • Page 52: Cleaning The Spray Arms

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the spray arms Particles of food can get stuck in the spray arm jets and bearings. The spray arms should therefore be inspected and cleaned regularly (approx. every 4 - 6 months).  Turn the dishwasher off. Remove the spray arms as follows: ...
  • Page 53: Frequently Asked Questions

     Turn the dishwasher on with the  button. The dishwasher stops The circuit breaker has tripped. during a program.  Reset the fuse (see data plate for the correct fuse rating).  If the circuit breaker trips again, contact Miele Ser- vice.
  • Page 54 Fault code  appears If the indicator lights flash again, there is a technical in the time display. fault.  Contact Miele Service. Fault : The WaterProof System has reacted. The drain pump is still  Turn off the water supply.
  • Page 55: Water Intake Fault

    Frequently Asked Questions Water intake fault Problem Possible cause and solution The dishwasher The water supply is turned off. stopped working shortly  Turn on the water supply all the way. after the program started. The warning buzzer is sounding. The Intake/Drain indica- tor light is flashing on and off.
  • Page 56: Water Drainage Fault

    Frequently Asked Questions Water drainage fault Problem Possible cause and solution The dishwasher stops Before fixing the fault: during a program.  Turn the dishwasher off with the  button. The warning buzzer is There is a problem with the water intake. sounding.
  • Page 57: General Problems

    Frequently Asked Questions General problems Problem Possible cause and solution The warning buzzer is The safe mode of the dishwasher was activated. sounding. The following takes place: The indicator light of – If you do not close the door within four seconds of the selected program the last press of a button at program start and the time display...
  • Page 58: Noises

    Frequently Asked Questions Noises Problem Possible cause and solution There is a knocking A spray arm is hitting the dishes. noise in the wash cabi-  Interrupt the program, and rearrange the items net. which are obstructing the spray arm. There is a rattling noise Dishes is moving around in the wash cabinet.
  • Page 59: Poor Cleaning Results

    Frequently Asked Questions Poor cleaning results Problem Possible cause and solution The dishes are not The dishes were not loaded correctly. clean.  See notes in "Loading the dishwasher". The program was not powerful enough.  Select a more intensive program (see "Program overview").
  • Page 60 Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution Dishes is not dry or cut- The rinse aid dosage is set too low or the rinse aid lery and glasses are reservoir is empty. spotty.  Replenish the reservoir, increase the dosage, or change the brand of rinse aid (see "Before using for the first time - Rinse aid").
  • Page 61 Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible cause and solution There are rust stains on The affected items are not corrosion resistant. the cutlery.  There is no remedy. Purchase cutlery which is dishwasher-safe.
  • Page 62: Cleaning The Drain Pump And Non-Return Valve

    Frequently asked questions Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If the water has not been pumped away at the end of a program, the drain pump or the non-return valve might be blocked. They are, however, easy to clean. ...
  • Page 63: Customer Service

    Miele appliance. Please note that unless expressly ap- proved in writing by Miele’s Service de- partment, Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele.
  • Page 64: Optional Accessories

    These and many other useful products glass protection additives can be ordered from a Miele dealer or – Phosphate-free – kind to the environ- via the Miele Website (see end of this ment booklet for contact details).
  • Page 65 Optional accessories Dishwasher care products Miele cleaning and care products pro- vide optimum care for your dishwasher. Dishwasher cleaner – Cleans the dishwasher effectively and thoroughly – Removes grease, bacteria, and un- pleasant odors – Ensures excellent dishwashing re- sults Dishwasher descaler –...
  • Page 67: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions Please refer to the Installation Diagram supplied with these instructions. To comply with IEC sound testing protocols, please contact Miele for additional instructions. Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specification, technical & warranty information.
  • Page 68: Electrical Connection

    Technical Service Department: USA: 1-800-999-1360 A damaged power cord must only be CDN: 1-800-565-6435 replaced with a genuine Miele cord by a Miele service technician. Specifications The dishwasher comes equipped with a Grounding instructions 4 ft (1.2 m) powercord (measured from...
  • Page 69 Electrical connection Hardwired electrical connection Prior to making a hardwire connec- It is possible to hardwire this appliance tion to the terminal, remove the pow- to an existing power cable. ercord. Otherwise there will be a risk of electric shock from the attached CAUTION: Before servicing, discon- plug.
  • Page 70: Water Connection

    Water connection Water intake  To avoid any damage to the ap- pliance, the dishwasher must only be  Water in the dishwasher must operated when it is connected to a not be used as drinking water. fully vented plumbing system. –...
  • Page 71: Drainage

    Water connection Drainage  Make sure that there are no kinks in the hose, and that it is not – The machine comes equipped with a squashed or stretched. built-in non-return valve on the dis- charge side to prevent waste water from flowing back into the dish- After servicing the appliance, ensure washer.
  • Page 72: Sound Emission Testing

    Sound emission testing Prerequisites for sound emission tests Load the dishwasher with 16 standard place settings and use the Normal pro- gram. Setup for sound emission tests The dishwasher must be set up according to the following specifications.  Install the dishwasher into an analyzing unit. ...
  • Page 73 Sound emission testing  Push the provided fleece strips (depending on model) under the toe-kick until it is flush with the appliance feet .  Push the toe-kick into place in such a way that it is flush with the door front .
  • Page 74 Sound emission testing  Remove the protective film from the provided insulating strip (depending on model) .  Push the insulating strip into the front top edge of the toe-kick .
  • Page 75 Technical Service. U.S.A. Canada Miele, Inc. Importer Miele Limited National Headquarters 9 Independence Way Headquarters and Miele Centre Princeton, NJ 08540 161 Four Valley Drive Phone: 800-843-7231 Vaughan, ON L4K 4V8 609-419-4298 Fax: www.miele.ca www.mieleusa.com...
  • Page 76 G 4993 / G 4998  en-US M.-Nr. 10 654 330 / 00...

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