Miele W 3740 operating instructions Problem solving guide, Programme does not start

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Problem solving guide

With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department.

Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.

The programme does not start

Problem	Possible cause	Remedy

The display remains	There is no power to	Check whether
dark, and the	the machine.	– the mains plug is plugged
Start/Stop button		in and switched on.
indicator light does not		– the fuse or circuit breaker
come on.		– the fuse or circuit breaker
come on.		has tripped.
		has tripped.

You are asked to enter	Access via a code has	Enter the code and confirm
a code.	been activated.	the entry. Deactivate the code
		if you do not wish this
		message to appear in the
		display the next time the
		machine is switched on.
The display is dark.	The display has	Press a button. Standby
	switched off	comes to an end.
	automatically to save
	energy (Standby
	mode).

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Contents Operating instructions for Washing machine W Disposal of the packing material Caring for our environmentDisposal of your old appliance or machine Contents Blocked drain outlet Technical data Safety with children Correct applicationTechnical safety Correct use Accessories Operating the washing machine Control panelProgramme duration Programmable functionsReminder to remove transit bars Before using for the first timeSetting the language Running your first programmeEnergy and water consumption When drying with a tumble dryerWashing environmentally and economically DetergentBrief instructions How to wash correctlySort the laundry Select a temperature / spin speed Switch on the washing machine Load the drumSelect a programme Water plus Select an extra optionsShort Pre-washAdd detergent Remove the laundry when the programme has finished Start the programmeRinse and interim spin SpinningFinal spin speed To omit the final spin Rinse holdMinimum iron 30C to 60C Max. load 3.0 kg Programme chartCottons 30C to 95C Max. load 6.0 kg Delicates Cold to 60C Max. load 2.0 kgAutomatic Cold to 40C Max. load 3.5 kg Silks Cold to 30C Max. load 1.0 kgExpress Cold to 40C Max. load 3.0 kg Shirts Cold to 60C Max. load 2.0 kgDark garments Cold to 40C Max. load 3.0 kg Outerwear Cold to 40C Max. load 2.0 kgSpin Programme sequence Main wash Rinses SpinningSpecial features in the programme sequences Garment care label symbols Interrupting a programme Cancelling a programmeChanging the programme sequence Changing a programmeTo deactivate the safety lock Safety lockTo activate the safety lock Adding or removing laundry after a programme has startedCorrect detergent DetergentAll purpose Detergent for Coloured fabrics Delicates Whites Washing with several components Water softenerRight amount to dispense will depend on the following Fabric conditioners and liquid starch Colour run and dye removers / dyesExtra cleaning Cleaning and careCleaning the detergent dispenser drawer External casing and fascia panelCleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing Descaling the machineCleaning the water inlet filters To clean the filter in the water inlet valveProblem solving guide Programme does not startFlashes Fault messages in the displayProblem Possible cause Remedy Lights up Flashes Lights upGeneral problems An unsatisfactory wash result Drum door does not open when you press the Door button Procedure for draining the machine Blocked drain outletOpening the drum door Appliance guarantee After sales serviceFuture updates PC Optional accessoriesInstallation and connection Front viewRear view Installing the washing machine Installation surfaceRemoving the transit bars Installation and connection Re-fitting the transit bars Screwing out and adjusting the feet Levelling the machineReplacing the lid Inlet hose Electronic unit and washing machine housingMiele water protection system Drain hoseConnection to the water supply Maintenance and careExtension hose Connection to the drainage system Drain hose connectionNon-rewireable plugs BS Electrical connection U.KConsumption data Technical data Programmable functions For changing default settings Programmable functions Language FGentle action Water plusSuds cooling To activate the code To use the washing machine when the code is activatedCode To enter the codeKeypad tone Temperature unitBuzzer BrightnessAnti-crease Standby displayMemory Not in current progOptional accessories CareCollectionLiquid detergent For Delicates UltraWhite detergentUltraColor detergent for coloured garments Fabric conditionerPage Alteration rights reserved/0309/W Nr 171 180