Miele W 916 Washer User Manual


 
What to do if . . . ? Problem solving guide
What to do if Cause . . . Remedy . . .
. . . In spite of adequate
water supply the water flows
slowly into the machine?
The filter in the water inlet
system is blocked.
Clean the water inlet filter.
. . . Large residues of deter-
gent remain in the dispenser
drawer?
The water supply pressure is
too low.
Clean the filter in the water
inlet system.
It may be useful to select
"Water plus".
Washing powder used with
water softener tends to
become sticky.
Pour washing powder into
the dispenser before adding
any water softener.
. . Fabric conditioner is not
completely dispensed or
water remains in the p com-
partment?
The dispenser drawer was not
pushed right in when the
fabric conditioner was being
flushed in.
The siphon tube is either
incorrectly positioned or
clogged.
Clean the siphon tube.
. . . Excessive build-up of
foam?
Use only a suitable low-lather
detergent at the appropriate
temperature.
Follow recommendations on
the packet.
Take the water hardness
level into account.
Use less detergent for lightly
soiled or small loads.
. . . Lime deposits appear
on the drum surface?
Not enough detergent has
been used.
Use a descaling agentwhich
must be stated by the
manufacturer to be suitable
for use in washing machines.
Use the correct amount of
detergent to cope with the
water hardness.
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