Miele W 1918 operating instructions Electrical connection, Grounding Instructions

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Electrical connection

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded.

In the event of a malfunction or break- down, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding con- ductor and plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and or- dinances.

ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTIONS

This installation should be done by an experienced and qualified technician, in accordance with local codes and regulations.

The washing machine is supplied with a 5 ft long, 4 wire cord, ending in a NEMA 14-30 P plug, ready for connection to a 120 V/240V (208 V) 60 Hz, AC power supply.

The proper outlet can be purchased from any electrical supply dealer or from the Miele Technical Service Dept. Ask for a NEMA 14-30 R receptacle.

Warning

Improper connection of the equip- ment-grounding conductor can re- sult in the risk of electric shock.

Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance; if it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

“EASY INSTALLATION KIT”

If you don’t have a dedicated 4 wire, 120 V/240 V (208 V), 15 Amp line for this appliance, but you have a 3 or

4 wire, 240 V (208 V), 30 Amp line, you can use an optional “Easy Installation Kit”, which will allow you to connect this appliance to that line.

For more information on the electrical connection and the “Easy Installation Kit” please contact

–the nearest Miele Technical Service Department.

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Contents Operating instructions Contents Guide to the machine Detergent dispenser drawer Important safety instructions Help protect our environment Before using the first timeDisposal of the packing material Disposal of an old applianceEconomy Optimal usageBefore washing Preparing the LaundryPrepare the wash load Press the Door button to open the door Load the machine To start a programRecommended load sizes are noted below Close the machine doorAfter washing End of ProgramClose the drum door Changing the program sequence To cancel a programTo interrupt a program To change an incorrectly selected programAdding detergent Adding fabric softener or starch Using the Starch program to dis- pense liquid starchStarch Cottons Program selectionMax. load Additional options Normal wash cycle Rapid wash Cottons Permanent Fine Press Delicates Program sequenceProgram sequence Temperature Conversion Chart Textile care symbolsWashing C Tumble dryGentle wash Additional optionsPre-wash Water plusTime display Hmin Delay start/Time remaining indicatorTo clean the washing machine Cleaning and careCleaning the detergent drawer Pull the drawer out until it stopsCleaning the drain pump and lint trap Cleaning and care To clean the filter in the inlet hose Cleaning the water inlet filtersTo clean the filter in the inlet valve What to do if Cause Remedy Problem solving guideIndicator lamp is flash Indicator lamp isOn indicator Pre-washWater supply, the water Spite of adequateFlows slowly into the ma Chine? Large residues Detergent remainCles cling to washed Grey greasy partiLaundry? Liquid detergentTo check water pressure Opening the drum door during a power failureElectricity After sales service Installation Installation surfaceRemoving the shipping struts Installation Instructions Leveling the machine Adjust the four leveling feet as fol- lowsWasher / Dryer Stack Water hardness reminder Drain connection Plumbing ConnectionsPlease note Grounding Instructions Electrical connectionProgrammable functions Seconds StepDesired function Child safety featureAHigh water level B5th rinse cycleAdditional rinse in Rapid wash Deleting the additional func- tions To check if the function has been storedPerform Steps 1 to Dimensions Technical dataTemperature control SpecificationsProgram duration approximate Spin speed Detergent dispenserPage Page
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W 1918 specifications

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