Miele W 4840 installation instructions Frequently asked questions, Drum door cannot be opened

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	Frequently asked questions


The drum door cannot be opened

Possible cause	Solution

The door is locked during	Press the "Pause" button. The door lock opens.
the wash cycles.

The Child Lock is	Deactivate the Child Lock as described in the
activated.	chapter "Using the washer - Activate the Child
	Lock".
Power failure	Open the door as described on the following
	page.

There is still water in the	Clean the drain filter and drain pump. See
drum and the washer	"Cleaning and Care - Cleaning the drain pump
cannot drain the water.	and lint trap".

As a safeguard against scalding, the drum door cannot be opened if the wash water temperature is over 130°F (55°C).

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Contents Operating and Installation Instructions Washer 4840 Contents Contents Important Safety Instructions Use Save These InstructionsControl panel Guide to the washerMenu buttons Selection and display of program settingsProgram selection using the display Display functionStarting the first wash program Before using for the first timeSetting the display language Shipping strut reminderGeneral tips Using the washerPrepare and sort the laundry Sort the laundry Pretreat stainsLoad the laundry Loading a comforter Comforter loaded correctlyComforter loaded incorrectly Select a program Select a temperature and/or spin speedProgram guide Custom Temperature Final spin Item / Tip WoolensSilk Cold Slow spinWarm Med spin Temperatures Final spin Item / Tip DelicatesDenim/Jeans Dress shirtsDrain / Spin Temperature Final spin Item / Tip Beach towelsNo Heat Max spin ExpressNo spin Deselect rinse spin and final spin Final spin speedRinse spin HoldSensitive Adjusting the buzzer volumeSelect an option ExtendedAdd detergent Softener Main washHeavy Soil BleachUniversal Color Delicate Bleach DetergentsFabric after care Select Delay Start if desired CancelAdjust Deactivate the Child Lock Start the program Activate the Child Lock If desiredProgram end Adjusting the options Canceling a programAdjusting the temperature Adjusting the spin speedRemove this guide for easy reference Quick guideLoad the laundry Select a temperatureQuick guide Sort the laundryActivate the Child Lock if desired Add detergent Select Delay Start if desiredSelect an Option Start a programSelectable Options except for buzzer Drum door cannot be opened if Adding/removing laundry during a wash programDesclaing the washer Cleaning and CareCleaning the exterior and control panel Cleaning the drumSiphon tube and channel Cleaning the detergent drawerCleaning the water inlet filters Wash program cannot be started Frequently asked questionsIssue Possible fault Fix Display shows a fault messageGeneral problems with the washer Unsatisfactory wash results Drum door cannot be opened Frequently asked questionsFrequently asked questions Pull out the detergent drawer Opening the drum doorRepairs After sales servicePC Update Optional accessoriesInstallation Instructions Front view InstallationRear view Installation site InstallationDo not lift the washer by the drum door Removing the shipping struts Leveling the washer Adjust the four leveling feetPlumbing Hose extension optional accessoryWater connection Do not connect the washer to hot water onlyTips for a hot water connection Drainage Electrical connection Setting the display language Help protect our environment Disposal of the packing materialDisposal of an appliance