Miele G 2143 manual General problems with the dishwasher

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Frequently asked questions

General problems with the dishwasher

Issue	Possible fault	Solution
The display turns off.	The dishwasher has	Press any button.
	gone into "Standby"	The display turns on again.
	mode to save energy.
Detergent is left in the	The dispenser was damp	Dry the dispenser before
dispenser at the end of	when detergent was	adding detergent.
a program.	added.
The detergent lid	Detergent residue is	Remove the residue.
cannot be closed	blocking the catch.
properly.
The door and the	This is not a fault!	The moisture will evaporate
interior walls are still	It is the normal operating	after a short time.
wet after a program has	mode of the drying
finished.	system.
Water remains in the		Before fixing the fault:
wash cabinet at the end		– Turn the dishwasher off
of a program.		"".
	The triple filter in the	Clean the triple filter. See
	wash cabinet is clogged.	"User Maintenance
		Instructions".
	The drain pump or the	Clean the drain pump and
	non-return valve may be	the non-return valve, see
	blocked.	"User maintenance
		instructions".
	The drain hose is kinked.	Remove any kinks from the
		drain hose.

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Contents Before Operating Instructions Dishwasher 2143Contents Additional options Electrical Safety Important Safety InstructionsInstallation Disposal of an appliance UseGuide to the dishwasher Control panel Energy saving washing Caring for the environmentTo close the door Before using for the first timeTo open the door Child Safety Lock Water softener Checking the programmed water hardness level Programming the water softenerFilling the salt container Salt indicatorAdding rinse aid Rinse aid indicatorRinse aid Adjusting the dosage Loading the dishwasher Silver and aluminum Items not recommended for dishwashingGlassware Cutlery tray Cup racks Upper basketCoffee bar Adjusting the upper basket Foldable spikes Lower basketRemovable PlateGuard Plus with StemGuard Removable spike insertRemoving the insert Replacing the insertVase / Bottle insert Basket accessories Detergent UseAdding detergent Program sequence display Turning onSelecting and starting a program Usage Program guidePreparing your appliance for an extended vacaion At the end of a programChanging a program Interrupting a programTurbo Default settingsAdditional options Starting a program before the delay start has elapsed Delay StartDelay start display Technical faults Frequently asked questionsIntake / Drain Indicator flashes Problems water Intake / DrainIssue Possible fault Solution Intake / Drain Indicator flashesGeneral problems with the dishwasher Sounds Poor cleaning results White residue is visible Issue Possible fault Solution Dishes are still wetGlasses and cutlery are SpottedGlasses are dull Issue Possible fault Solution Glasses areDiscolored Film cannot be wiped Off Clouding or etching On glassesComparison Tests Comparison Tests MieleCare After sales servicePC Update RepairsTransport Page User Maintenance Instructions Door and the door seal Cleaning and CareExterior Wash cabinetTriple filter system Cleaning and Care Removing the spray arms Cleaning the spray armsCleaning the filter Cleaning the water inlet filterInstalling an in-line water filter Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve Page Installation Instructions Grounding Instructions Electrical connectionConnection to the water supply PlumbingWaterproof system Venting the drainage system DrainagePage Page Page Alteration rights reserved Nr 724 060 2143