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Operating Instructions
Dishwasher
G 5170
G 5175
en - US, CA
To prevent accidents
and appliance damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 09 016 320
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Technical faults ...................................................38 Faults in the water intake/water drain ..................................39 General problems with the dishwasher.................................40 Sounds..........................................................41 Poor cleaning results...............................................42 After sales service . . .
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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 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 On button with indicator light Program selection Off button Program selector button This operating instruction manual describes several dishwasher models with different indicated settings. The different dishwasher models are named : 1 Standard =32 / " (81.5 cm) high dishwashers 16 11 XXL =33 / " (85.5 cm) high dishwashers. 16 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 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 softener In areas where the water hardness fluctuates (e.g. 37-50 °d [39-52 gr/gal]) To achieve good cleaning results, the always program the machine to the dishwasher needs soft water (water that higher value (in this example 50 °d is low in minerals). Hard water results in [52 gr/gal]). calcium deposits on dishware and in the dishwasher. If there is a fault, it will help the service If your tap water hardness is above 4 °d technician to know the hardness o
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Before using for the first time Programming the water softener The set value is indicated by the flashing rhythm of the upper right During programming, other indicator program indicator (see Table). lights flash and light up each time you press a button. Only the indicator lights °d gr/gal Flashing rhythm "Rinse" in the following operating steps are important for the programming. 1 - 4 1 - 4 Once short 5 - 7 5 - 7 2 short To exit the programming mode at any 8 - 11 8 - 11 3 times short time and s
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Before using for the first time Checking the programmed water hardness Press the button to turn the dishwasher off. Press and hold the "Program" button and turn the dishwasher on simultaneously using the button. Keep the "Program" button pressed for at least four seconds until the lower right program indicator lights up. Now press the program button briefly twice. The set water hardness value is indicated by the flashing rhythm of the upper right program indicator light (see Table).
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Before using for the first time Every dishwasher is tested before Important: The salt container must leaving the factory. Any water be filled with 2 quarts (2 l) of water remaining in the machine is from the before adding salt for the first time final factory test and does not so the salt can dissolve indicate that the machine has been properly. Water does not have to be used. added with subsequent refills. Filling the salt container Inadvertently filling the salt container with dishwashing det
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Before using for the first time Refill salt message When the "Salt" indicator light comes on, refill the salt after the program has finished. After the container has been filled, the "Salt" indicator light can remain on for a short time. It will go out once the reactivation process is complete. The "Salt" indicator light is turned off if you have programmed the dishwasher to a water hardness below 4 °d (4 gr/gal)). Immediately after each refill, run the "Express" program without a load. This
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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 screen. aid is not needed. 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 "SaniWash" 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. 0- – Use a higher setting if spots appear 1 Once on dry glassware. 2 Twice Use a lower setting if streaking 3 3 times appears on dishes or glasses. 4 4 times Turn the dishwasher off "". 5
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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 Typical load for 10 place settings Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray 20
