Economical usage
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to per- sons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
The key to good wash results is select- ing the correct combination of deter- gent and temperature, and then allow- ing the washing machine to optimize their usage through its programming.
Programme lengths can vary for this reason: With the “Hydromatic” system, the drum can revolve at various speeds. Faster and slower agitation speeds along with pauses for soaking, combine to assure excellent results.
The automatic load control feature en- sures the correct water level for the type of fabric and size of load being washed (even though it may appear as if there is too little water in the drum!).
Because of the accurately balanced drum and special sound insulation, ma- chine noise is minimal when running.
The fully electronic controls offer a com- bination of simple operation with many optional features.
For instance, since a main wash gener- ally gives good results for a normal load, the
Economy
For optimum economical usage remem- ber the following tips:
–The automatic load control feature will adjust the water level for loads between 1 and 5 kg. However, if possible, load the machine to its maximum capacity in order to use water and energy to the best advant- age.
–Use only the correct amount of deter- gent required for the water hardness in your area. Miele recommends the use of
–If the wash is not heavily soiled, se- lect a lower temperature than indi- cated on the wash care label, but do not use the “Short” option.
–Alternatively, for lightly soiled loads, use the “Short” option with no reduc- tion in temperature.
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