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Operating Instructions
Dishwasher
G 5280
G 5285
en - US, CA
To prevent accidents
and appliance damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 09 510 220
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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.......................................10 To open the door..................................................10 To close the door..................................................10 Display
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Contents Additional options................................................37 Turbo ...........................................................37 Delay start .......................................................38 Buzzer ..........................................................39 Optimize Standby .................................................40 Factory defaults...................................................41 Frequently Asked Questions .......................................42 Technica
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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 Read the operating instructions and machine damage. Consult a qualified installation diagram carefully before electrician if in doubt. installation or use of the dishwasher to p
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation This dishwasher should only be installed under a continuous counter The dishwasher must be installed top secured to adjacent cabinetry. and connected in accordance with the installation instructions. Do not install this dishwasher beneath a cooking surface, oven or any Installation and repair work should appliance that radiates heat. be performed by a Miele authorized High temperatures from these units service technician. Work by unqualified may
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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. It is possible for small swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Consult fingers may be pinched in the door. a doctor immediately if detergent has Only use the dishwasher if all panels been swallowed or inhaled. are properl
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Guide to the dishwasher Upper spray arm (not visible) Triple filter system Cutlery tray (depending on model) Data plate Upper basket Rinse aid reservoir Middle spray arm Dual compartment detergent dispenser Air inlet for drying (depending on model) Salt container Lower spray arm 7
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Guide to the dishwasher Control panel Check / Refill indicators Program selection Time display Program button button with indicator light button (On/Off) with indicator light (Delay start) Turbo button with indicator light This operating instruction manual describes several dishwasher models with different indicated settings. The different dishwasher models are named : Standard = Dishwasher with 31 11/16" (80.5 cm) height (built-in) or 33 1/4" (84.5 cm) height (stand-alone) XXL
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Caring for the environment Energy saving washing Disposal of the packing material This dishwasher is economical in the use of water and electricity. For best The cardboard box and packaging results follow these tips: protect the appliance during shipping. These materials are biodegradable and For lowest energy consumption you recyclable. Please recycle. may connect the dishwasher to a cold water source. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and For fastest possi
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Before using for the first time To open the door To close the door Push the baskets in. Lift the door and push until it clicks into position. Pull the handle to open the door. If the door is opened during operation, the dishwasher will stop running. Once the door is closed the program will continue. 10
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Before using for the first time Water hardness The water hardness factory setting is 15°d (16 gr/gal). To achieve good cleaning results, the dishwasher needs soft water. Hard If this setting matches your water water results in calcium deposits on hardness you need not read any dishware and in the dishwasher. further. If your tap water hardness is above 4 °d However, if you have a different water (4 gr/gal [US]), the water should be hardness you must adjust the water softened. softener to match y
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Before using for the first time Displaying and setting the water hardness Value to °d gr/gal set If the dishwasher is on, press the in the display button to turn it off. 1 1 1 2 2 2 Hold down the Program button. 3 3 3 4 4 4 Press the button to turn the 5 5 5 dishwasher on, and hold the Program 6 6 6 button down for at least 4 more 7 7 7 seconds until the lower right program 8 8 8 9 9 9 indicator lights up. 10 10 10 If it does not come on, start over. 11 11 11 12 13 12 Press the Turbo
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Before using for the first time Filling the salt container Every dishwasher is tested before To achieve good cleaning results, the leaving the factory. Any water dishwasher needs soft water (water that remaining in the machine is from the is low in minerals). Hard water results in final factory test and does not calcium deposits on dishware and in indicate that the machine has been the dishwasher. used. Therefore, if your tap water hardness is above 4 °d (4 gr/gal) the water should be softened.
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Before using for the first time Remove the lower basket from the Immediately run the Express program wash cabinet and unscrew the salt without a load (no Turbo function) to container lid. remove any traces of salt or brine from the wash cabinet. When opening the salt container, water will run out. Open the Salt indicator container only to refill salt. When the Salt indicator comes on, refill the salt container. Important: The salt container must The refill salt message may continue to be f
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Before using for the first time Deactivating refill indicators The flashing in the time display indicates whether the refill indicators If you consistently use Tab detergents, are activated or not. you can deactivate the refill indicators if you wish. – "p1": refill indicators are activated Press the button to turn the – "p0": refill indicators are deactivated dishwasher off. Press the Program button if you wish Hold down the Program button and to change the setting. simultaneously turn
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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 (liquid or powder) will damage the reservoir. Only pour rinse aid formulated for residential dishwashers into the reservoir. Pour rinse aid into the reservoir until it When using "Tab" detergents rinse is visible in the opening. aid is not needed. The rinse
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Before using for the first time Rinse aid indicator When the Rinse aid indicator comes on, the reservoir only contains enough rinse aidfor2-3 wash programs. Add rinse aid soon. If you consistently use a detergent that contains salt and rinse aid, you can deactivate the refill indicators if you wish (see Before using for the first time - Deactivating refill indicators). If you switch to a single-function detergent, it is important to remember to add salt and rinse aid and to activate the indica
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Before using for the first time Setting the rinse aid dosage Press the button to turn the dishwasher off. The rinse aid dosage can be set at levels between 0 and 6 ml. The factory Hold down the Program button and setting is 3 ml of rinse aid. This is just a simultaneously turn the dishwasher recommendation. on using the button. Keep the Program button pressed for If the dishes appear spotty: at least four seconds until the lower Use a higher setting. right program indicator lights up.
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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
