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Operating Instructions
Dishwasher
G 2143
en - US, CA
To prevent accidents
and appliance damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 724 060
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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 Additional options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Turbo ...........................................................31 Default settings ...................................................31 Delay Start.......................................................32 Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Technical faults ......................................
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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 Do not inhale or swallow detergents. Dishwasher detergents contain irritant To reduce the risk of injury, do not and corrosive ingredients. They can allow children to play in, on or near the cause burning in the mouth and throat if dishwasher. swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Consult Only use the dishwasher if all panels a doctor immediately if detergent has are properly in place. been swallowed or inhaled. Do not tamper with the controls. Do not drink wat
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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
Salt container 7
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Guide to the dishwasher Control panel Program selection Start / Stop button with indicator Time display Delay start button Program sequence display Turbo button with indicator On/Off button Program button Check/Refill indicators 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 Water softener In areas where the water hardness fluctuates (example 37 - 50 °d [39 - Every dishwasher is tested before 52 gr/gal]) always program the leaving the factory. Any water machine to the higher value (in this remaining in the machine is from the example 50 °d [52 gr/gal] ). final factory test and does not If there is a fault, it will help the service indicate that the machine has been technician to know the hardness of your used. local water supply. To a
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Before using for the first time Programming the water The amount set can be recognized by the flashing rhythm of the "Rinse" softener indicator (see table): To exit the programming mode at °d gr/gal Flashing rhythm any time, turn the dishwasher off 1 - 4 1 - 4 once with the "" button. 5 - 7 5 - 7 twice Turn the dishwasher off with "". 8 - 11 8 - 11 3 times 12 - 15 13 - 16 4 times Press and hold the program and "Start / Stop" button simultaneously 16 - 20 17 - 21 5 times turn the dishwasher
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Before using for the first time Filling the salt container Inadvertently filling the salt container with dishwashing detergent will damage the water softener. Only use water softener salt specially formulated for dishwashers. Other salts may contain insoluble additives which can impair the water softener. Place the provided funnel over the Remove the lower basket and salt container. Carefully fill with salt. unscrew the salt container lid. The salt container holds approx. 4.5 lbs (2 kg) of
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Before using for the first time Rinse aid Rinse aid helps 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 is visible on the surface of the aid is not needed. screen. The rins
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Before using for the first time Adjusting the dosage The amount set can be recognized by the flashing rhythm of the "Rinse" The dosage selector is preset to 3. This indicator (see table): dispenses approximately 3 ml of rinse aid per program. It can be adjusted Dosage in ml Flashing rhythm from 0 to 6. "Rinse" – Use a higher setting if spots appear 0- on dry glassware. 1 Once – Use a lower setting if streaking 2 Twice appears on dishes or glasses. 3 3 times Turn the dishwasher off "". 4 4 tim
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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 Arrange the cutlery as shown in the cutlery tray. Spoons with thick handles may have to be placed as knives and forks with their heads in the holders. 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 water can run off mo
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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
