Installation
Installation site
A concrete floor is the most suitable surface for the washer. Concrete floors are less prone to vibration during the spin cycle than wooden floors.
Note:
–The machine must be leveled and securely positioned.
–To avoid vibration while spinning, the machine should not be installed on soft floor coverings.
If the installation must be performed on a wooden floor:
Install the unit on a 2 ft. x 2 ft. x 1 3/16"
(61 x 61 x 3 cm) plywood base. Ideally the base should be large enough to span several joists and should be anchored to the joists and not just the floor boards.
It is best to install the washer in the corner of a room, where the stability of the floor is at its greatest.
If the machine is installed on a raised platform, it should be secured with retaining clips. These clips are available from your dealer or Miele. If installed on a masonry or concrete base, the base should have a ½" to 3/4"
Installation
Use the front washer feet and the rear excess end to transport the washer from its shipping pallet to the installation site.
Do not lift the washer by the drum door!
Ensure that the machine’s feet and the floor are dry to prevent slippage during the spin cycle.
Removing the shipping struts
Remove the left and right rotary protectors. Pull, 1, the attached rotary protector, then use a screw driver to release, 2, the catch at the top.
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