Miele G 5515, G 5510, G 5505, G 5500 manual General problems with the dishwasher

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Frequently Asked Questions

General problems with the dishwasher

Problem

Possible fault

Solution

The indicators and the

The indicators and the

Press the ￿ button to come

display is dark. Only

display turn off

out of Standby mode.

the "Start/Stop"

automatically to save

 

indicator flashes

energy (Standby).

 

slowly.

 

 

Detergent residue is left

The dispenser was

Dry the dispenser before

in the dispenser at the

damp when detergent

adding detergent.

end of a program.

was added.

 

The detergent

Detergent residue is

Remove the residue.

dispenser lid cannot be

blocking the catch.

 

closed properly.

 

 

The door and the

This is not a fault.

The moisture will evaporate

interior walls are still

It is the normal

after a short time.

wet after a program has

operating mode of the

 

finished.

drying system.

 

Water remains in the

 

Before fixing the fault:

wash cabinet at the end

 

– Press the ￿ button to turn

of a program.

 

the dishwasher off.

 

 

 

The triple filter in the

Clean the triple filter (see

 

wash cabinet is

"Cleaning and care").

 

clogged.

 

 

The drain pump or the

Clean the drain pump and

 

non-return valve may

the non-return valve (see

 

be blocked.

"Cleaning and care".

 

The drain hose is

Remove any kinks from the

 

kinked.

drain hose.

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Contents Operating Instructions Dishwasher 5500 G 5505 G 5510 G Contents Contents Correct usage Electrical SafetyInstallation 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 Display Functions Settings menuWater hardness LanguageFilling the salt container Refill salt message Adding rinse aid Rinse aidRinse aid indicator Loading the dishwasher Silver and aluminum Items not recommended for dishwashingGlassware Typical load for 10 place settings Typical load for 16 place settings Hinged cup rack Upper basketFoldable spikes Universal support bar Jumbo cup rackAdjusting the height Adjusting the upper basket Lower basket Glass rack Removable MultiComfort insertTo remove the insert To replace the insertFoldable spikes Split cutlery tray CutleryCutlery insert for the cutlery basket Cutlery basketMieleCare Collection Optional accessoriesDetergent UseAdding detergent Starting a program Turning onSelecting a program Program Guide Program When to use Program sequenceStandby Time displayPreparing your appliance for an extended vacation At the end of a programChanging a program Interrupting a programTurbo Additional optionsIntensive lower basket Starting a program before the Delay start has elapsed Delay startLanguage Settings menuWater hardness Optimize standby Extended drying Refill indicatorsSoak Pre-rinseFilter check Factory defaultLeaving the Settings menu ContrastTechnical faults Frequently Asked QuestionsFaults appears on Faults in the water intake/water drainProblem Possible fault Solution One of the following General problems with the dishwasher Sounds Poor cleaning results Spotted Problem Possible fault Solution Dishes are not dryGlasses Cutlery areDiscolored film Problem Possible fault Solution Glasses have aBrown or blue Discoloration film Cannot be wiped off Glasses are dullMieleCare After sales servicePC Update RepairsTransport Page User Maintenance Instructions Door and the door seal Cleaning and CareExterior Wash cabinetTriple filter system Cleaning the triple filterCleaning and Care Removing the spray arms Cleaning the spray armsCleaning the drain pump and non-return valve Installation Instructions Disposal of an old machine Help to protect the environmentDisposal of the packing material Grounding Instructions Electrical connectionGrounding Instructions This Appliance Must be Grounded Hardwired electrical connectionConnection to the water supply PlumbingVenting the drainage system Drainage