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Operating Instructions
Dishwasher
G 2141
en - US, CA
To prevent accidents
and appliance damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 868 420
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Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Control panel......................................................8 Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Contents Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Technical faults ...................................................30 Problems water Intake / Drain ........................................31 General problems with the dishwasher.................................32 Sounds..........................................................33 Poor cleaning results...............................................34 Comparison Tests . . . . .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING - Electrical Safety Before installation, make sure that When using your dishwasher, follow the voltage and frequency listed on the basic precautions, including the data plate correspond with the following: household electrical supply. This data must correspond to prevent injury and machine damage. Consult a qualified Read all instructions before electrician if in doubt. installation or use of the dishwasher to prevent injury and machine Before installation
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation WARNING - Fire hazard Do not cover or crush the plug of the The dishwasher must be installed appliance. Ensure that the cabinet and connected in compliance with the opening for the dishwasher provides installation instructions. ample space for the plug. Installing the Installation and repair work should dishwasher in a tight space may crimp be performed by a Miele authorized the power cord or put pressure on the service technician. Work by unqua
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use Only use detergents and rinse aids recommended for residential To reduce the risk of injury, do not dishwashers. Keep all detergents and allow children to play in, on or near the rinse aids out of the reach of children. dishwasher. Do not inhale or swallow detergents. Only use the dishwasher if all panels Dishwasher detergents contain irritant are properly in place. and corrosive ingredients. They can Do not tamper with the controls. cause burning in the
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Guide to the dishwasher Upper spray arm (not visible) Triple filter system Cutlery tray Data plate Upper basket Child Safety Lock in the door handle (not visible) Middle spray arm Rinse aid reservoir Air inlet for drying (depending on model) Dual compartment detergent dispenser Lower spray arm 7
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Guide to the dishwasher Control panel Program selection Check / Refill indicators Program button Program cycle indicators Start/Stop button with indicator button (On/Off) 8
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Caring for the environment Energy saving washing This dishwasher is exceptionally economical in the use of water and electricity. For best results follow these tips: For lowest energy consumption you may connect the dishwasher to a cold water source. For fastest possible wash times, with slightly higher energy consumption, connect the dishwasher to a hot water source. Make full use of the baskets without overloading for the most economical washing. Use the correct amount of detergent and
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Before using for the first time To open the door Child Safety Lock Press the release catch inside the The Child Safety Lock is designed to door grip. prevent children from opening the dishwasher. If the door is opened during operation, the dishwasher will stop running. Once To lock the door, push the slider the door is closed the program will below the door grip to the right. restart. To unlock the door, push the slider to the left. To close the door Push the baskets in. Lift the door
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Before using for the first time Rinse aid Rinse aid is needed to prevent spotting on dishes and glassware. The rinse aid is filled in the reservoir and the set amount will be automatically dosed. Filling the rinse aid reservoir with detergent will damage the reservoir. Only pour rinse aid formulated for residential dishwashers into the reservoir. Pour liquid rinse aid into the reservoir When using "Tab" detergents rinse until it its visible on the surface of the aid is not needed. screen. The
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Before using for the first time Rinse aid indicator Adjusting the dosage When the Rinse aid indicator first The dosage selector is preset to 3. This comes on, there will be enough rinse dispenses approximately 3 ml of rinse aid left for2-3 washes. aid per program. It can be adjusted from0to6. The rinse aid indicator on the control panel will light when the rinse aid – Use a higher setting if spots appear reservoir needs refilling. on dry glassware. – Use a lower setting if streaking appears on
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Before using for the first time Press the program button three times. The lowest program indicator flashes three times in intervals. The "Rinse" indicator flashes three times in intervals. A rinse aid amount of 3 ml is set by default. The amount set can be recognized by the flashing rhythm of the "Rinse" indicator (see table). Rinse aid Flashing amount in ml rhythm 0– 1 Once 2 Twice 3 Three times 4 Four times 5 Five times 6 Six times Select the desired setting with the "Start/Stop" button. E
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Loading the dishwasher The spray arms must not be blocked Do not wash items soiled with by items that are too tall or hang ash, sand, wax, grease or paint in through the baskets. Check the dishwasher. clearance by manually rotating the Ash and sand do not dissolve and spray arms. will be distributed throughout the Place very small items in the cutlery inside of the dishwasher. tray or basket so they do not fall to Wax, grease and paint will cause the bottom of the wash cabinet. permanent di
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Loading the dishwasher Items not recommended for Glassware: dishwashing – There are no standard guidelines for washing glassware, when in doubt – Cutlery with wooden handles wash by hand. – Wooden cutting boards – When purchasing new dishes, – Glued items such as old knives with glasses and cutlery, make sure they handles glued together around the are dishwasher safe. Only wash shank of the blade items marked "dishwasher safe" in the dishwasher. – Handmade craft items, antique, metal trimmed or
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Loading the dishwasher Cutlery tray (depending on model) Spoons with thick handles may have to be placed as knives and forks with their heads in the holders Arrange the cutlery as shown in the cutlery tray. For easier unloading cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, one for spoons, etc. Place knives with the cutting edge down and forks with the prongs between the holders. Spoons should be placed in the opposite direction with the handles between the holders so that
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Loading the dishwasher Cutlery basket Spoon inserts for the cutlery basket (depending on model) The supplied insert is designed to wash heavily soiled spoons. The individual For best cleaning results, cutlery slots allow the water to better reach the should be placed in the basket with surface of each spoon. the handles down. Knives and forks Attach the insert when needed to the should be loaded with the pointed cutlery basket. end down to prevent injuries. Place small spoons in the indivi
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Loading the dishwasher Upper basket Coffee bar (depending on model) Always use the dishwasher with the upper and lower basket inserted. Glasses can be leaned against the coffee bar for a secure stand. Load the upper basket with small, The bar can also be used to separate lightweight, or delicate items such as two rows of glasses. cups, saucers, glasses, dessert To stack wide items, flip the bar to the bowls and flat pans. right. Long items such as soup ladles, mixing spoons and long knive
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Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the upper basket Depending on the setting of the upper basket, a variety of plate dimensions The upper basket can be raised or can be accommodated. lowered to accommodate tall items. For example: If the upper basket is in The basket can also be angled to fit tall its highest position a plate with a items in both, the upper and lower 3 diameter of 12 / " (31 cm) can be fit in 16 baskets. The angles should not be set the lower basket. to opposite extremes. This wil
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Loading the dishwasher Lower basket Foldable spikes For larger and heavier items such as The foldable spikes can be used for plates, serving platters, saucepans, small plates and saucers. bowls, etc. Small plates and saucers can also be arranged in the lower basket. With cutlery tray Two rows of spikes can be folded down, to create more room for larger dishware, e.g. pots, pans and bowls. With cutlery basket Press the yellow lever down and fold down the spikes . 20
