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Problem solving guide
Any work on the electrical compo-
nents of this appliance should only
be performed by a qualified and
trained person in accordance with
all local and national codes and
regulations. Unauthorized repairs
may cause injury and damage to
the machine.
The following are minor faults that can
be corrected without contacting the Ser-
vice Department.
A selected programme does
not begin
The “On” indicator lamp does not
light up.
Check that
the door is properly closed,
the machine is plugged in and that
the fuse or circuit breaker has not
tripped.
The “On” indicator lamp is on, a pro-
gramme has been selected, but the
“Pre-wash” or “Main wash” indicator
lamps do not light up.
The programme selector switch was
not at the “Start/Finish” position when
the programme was selected. The fol-
lowing selection sequence is important:
1. Turn the programme selector switch
to
“Start/Finish”.
2. Select a programme.
Check
q warning lamp flashes
Drainage fault
Check if the lint trap is clogged.
Clean the trap and pump impeller as
described on page 25, if necessary.
Check whether the drain hose is
kinked or clogged.
The check lamp will go out when the
programme selector switch is turned to
the “Start/Finish” position.
The “End” indicator lamp is on, but
the laundry in the machine has not
been washed.
The water valve is not open:
Turn the programme selector to
“Start/Finish”.
Turn on the water supply valve.
Select a programme.
The water inlet system is blocked:
The valve is not fully open.
The inlet hose is kinked or clogged.
The water pressure is too low.
Check if the water flow through the
valve is at least 5 l (1 gal.) in 15 seconds.
The filters in the inlet hose are
clogged (see “Cleaning and Care”
on page 26).
If, after checking the above, too little or
no water is taken in during the next pro-
gramme, call the Miele Service Depart-
ment.
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