Installation
Installation site
For best performance front loading washers should be installed on the ground floor or basement of the building.
A concrete or reinforced floor is the most suitable surface for the washer. These floors are less prone to vibration during the spin cycle.
If the installation must be on a wooden joist floor:
–the corner of a room where the stability of the floor is at its greatest is the best place to install the washer.
–the machine must be leveled and securely positioned.
–to avoid vibration while spinning, the machine should not be installed on soft floor coverings.
^Install the unit on a 1 1/4" (32 mm) thick, 28" x 31" (71x78 cm) wide plywood base. Ideally the base should be large enough to span several joists and should be anchored to the joists and not just the floor boards.
,If the machine is installed on a raised platform it must be secured with retaining clips available from your dealer or Miele.
If installed on a masonry or concrete base, the base should have a ½"
(13 mm) to ¾" (19 mm) high rim. This must be done to prevent the washer from vibrating off the stand during the spin cycle.
Installation
^Use the front washer feet and the rear excess end to transport the washer from its shipping pallet to the installation site.
Do not lift the washer by the drum door!
,Ensure that the machine’s feet and the floor are dry to prevent slippage during the spin cycle.
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