Miele wt945 Problem Possible cause Remedy Laundry is not, Spun satisfactorily, Machine is not

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Problem solving guide

Problem

Possible cause

Remedy

The laundry is not

The spin speed selected

Select a higher spin speed

spun satisfactorily.

was too low.

for the next wash

 

 

programme.

 

The machine was not

Always mix large and small

 

able to distribute the

items in a load to avoid

 

laundry load evenly.

imbalance.

 

Laundry was spun at a

 

 

reduced spin speed to

 

 

protect the machine.

 

 

The fluff filter is clogged.

Clean the fluff filter.

The machine is not

The machine feet are not

Level the machine (see

steady during a spin

level.

"Installation").

cycle.

 

 

In spite of adequate

The filter in the water inlet

Clean the filter.

water pressure, the

hose is dirty

 

water flows into the

 

 

machine too slowly.

 

 

Large amounts of

The water pressure is too

– Clean the filter in the water

detergent residue

low.

inlet.

remain in the

 

– Press the Water plus

detergent dispenser

 

button.

drawer.

Powder detergent used in

In future, add washing

 

 

conjunction with water

powder into the dispenser

 

softeners tends to

first, and then add the water

 

become sticky.

softener.

Fabric conditioner is

The detergent dispenser

 

not completely

drawer was opened or

 

dispensed or too

was not pushed right in

 

much water remains

whilst conditioner was

 

in the

being flushed in.

 

compartment.

The siphon tube is not

– Clean the siphon tube.

 

correctly positioned, or is

– Also clean the channel in

 

clogged up.

compartment p.

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Contents Operating instructions Washer-dryer WT 945 S WPS Contents Contents Consumption data Technical data Disposal of your old appliance or machine Caring for the environmentDisposal of the packing material Technical safety Correct usageUse Using accessories Disposal of your old machineFeatures Description of the applianceDoor button Opens the drum door On / 0-OFF button Control panelStart button Additional option buttonsProgramme selector Important control panel featuresSpin button with indicator lamps Washing and drying environmentally Water hardness reminder Before using for the first timeFlushing out the drum Minimum Iron e f Programme overviewCottons e Quick wash Delicates fWoollens g Separate rinse StarchDrain / Spin Flushing out the drumHow to wash correctly Tumble dry How to wash correctlyImportant other care symbols IroningSort the laundry Separate washingBefore washing Select a programme Pre-wash Detergent dispensing when selecting the soak optionSoak Water plusAdding detergent At the end of a programme Adding and removing laundry Door cannot be opened, ifProgramme cycle CottonsSpecial features in the programme sequences Quick WashWater softener Adding detergentDetergent Washing with several componentsAdding fabric conditioner or liquid starch separately Fabric conditioners / starch formulationsFabric conditioners, texturisers and starch Separate starchingTips on drying Following fabrics should not be tumble driedProgramme overview Timed Drying 20 min / 30 min / 40 min / 60 min Always select the Drying / Low temp. optionPreparing the laundry Separate dryingBefore drying Drying / Low temp Programme selectionSelect a drying programme After drying Select the programme Washing and drying in a continuous sequenceClose the drum door Open the stopcock Add detergent After each washing or drying programme Rinse out fluff programme Changing a programme sequence To cancel a programmeTo cancel an incorrectly selected programme To change a programme which has been lockedEngaging the safety lock Safety lockSafety lock Cleaning the detergent dispenser Cleaning and careCleaning the machine ClothClean the porthole glass Clean the siphon tubeCleaning the filter in the water inlet Problem solving guide What to do if ... ?Programme does not start DeptWash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on During a programme Indicator lamp flashesLocked indicator lamp But the washGeneral problems or an unsatisfactory wash or drying result Drying OptionOpened during or after When drying separately Problem Possible cause Remedy Laundry is stillWhen washing Damp after a dryingMachine is not Problem Possible cause Remedy Laundry is notSpun satisfactorily Steady during a spinWhite residues which Problem Possible cause Remedy There is an excessiveBuild-up of foam Look like powderResult Problem Possible cause Remedy Liquid detergent doesNot give the required Remember to removeBlocked drain outlet Opening the drum door After sales service Appliance guaranteeInstallation and connection Front viewPlease note the following Installation surfaceInstallation Removing the transit fitting Screwing out and adjusting the feet Levelling the machineInstallation and connection Inlet hose Electronic unit and washing machine housingMiele Waterproof system Drain hoseConnection to the water supply Installation and connection Maintenance and care Connection to the drainage system Drain hose connectionNon-rewireable plugs BS Electrical connection U.KConsumption data ProgrammesTechnical data Programmable functions for changing standard settings Programmable functions High water levelAdditional rinse for Cottons programme Buzzer Opening the door at high temperatures Shortening the drying time Factory settingFinal residual moisture after drying Lengthening the drying timePage Alteration rights reserved / 3404 / WT 945 S