Problem solving guide

 

 

General problems with the washing machine

 

 

Problem

Cause and remedy

The machine shakes

The machine feet are not level.

during the spin cycle.

 Level the machine and adjust the feet correctly.

The laundry has not

The machine detected an imbalance during the final

been spun properly and

spin cycle and reduced the spin speed automatically.

is still wet.

 Include both large and small items in the load as

 

this will give better distribution during spinning.

 

 

Strange pump noises

This is not a fault.

can be heard.

These slurping noises occur at the end of the pump

 

sequence as a normal part of operation.

 

 

Large amounts of de

The water pressure is too low.

tergent residue remain

 Clean the water inlet filter.

in the detergent dis

 It may be useful to select the Water plus extra op

penser drawer.

tion.

 

 

 

Powder detergent used in conjunction with water

 

softeners tends to become sticky.

 

 In future, add washing powder into the dispenser

 

drawer first, and then add the water softener.

 

 

Fabric conditioner is

The siphon tube is not correctly positioned or is clog

not completely dis

ged.

pensed or too much

 Clean the siphon, see "Cleaning and care - Clean

water remains in the

ing the detergent dispenser drawer".

compartment.

 

 

 

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Miele 09 900 700 operating instructions General problems with the washing machine