Problem solving guide
Any work done on the electrical components of this appliance should only be performed by a qualified and trained person in ac- cordance with all local and national codes and regulations. Unautho- rized repairs may result in personal injury and damage to the machine.
The following are minor problems that can be corrected without contacting the Technical Service Department.
A selected program does not begin
The “On” indicator does not light
^Check that:
–the door is properly closed,
–the machine is plugged in and that the fuse or circuit breaker has not tripped.
The “On” indicator is on, a program has been selected, but the
The Program Selector was not at the „Finish/Start“ position when the pro- gram was selected. The following se- lection sequence is important:
1.Turn the Program Selector to “Finish/Start”.
2.Turn the machine “On”.
3.Select a program.
Check q warning lamp flashes
Drainage fault:
^Check if the lint trap is clogged. Clean the trap and pump impeller (see „Cleaning and Care“).
^Check whether the drain hose is kinked or clogged.
The warning lamp will go out when the Program Selector is turned to the „Finish/Start“ position.
The „Finish“ indicator is on, but the laundry in the machine has not been washed
The water valve is not open:
^Turn the program selector to „Fin- ish/Start“.
^Turn on the water supply valve.
^Select a program.
The water intake system is blocked:
^The valve is not fully open.
^The inlet hose is kinked or clogged.
^The filters in the inlet hose are clogged (see „Cleaning and Care“).
The water pressure is too low:
^Check if the water flow through the supply valve is at least 1 gallon (3.8l) in 15 seconds.
If too little water is taken in during the next program, the water pressure may be too low. If the pressure is adequate, there may be a machine fault. In this case, call the Miele Technical Service Department.
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