Miele WWI860 9KG Front Load Washing Machine Instruction Manual

Miele WWI860 9KG Front Load Washing Machine Instruction Manual

Front view

1. Water inlet hose with Waterproof
   system for cold and for hot or
   alternative water supplies

2. Electrical connection

3. Flexible drain hose (with detachable swivel elbow)

4. Control panel

5. Detergent dispenser drawer

6. Door

7. Access to filters, pumps and emergency release

8. Access panel for TwinDos cartridges

9. Four height-adjustable feet

Rear view

1. Drain hose
2. Transport clips for inlet and drain hoses and mains connection cable
3. Electrical connection
4. Protruding lid for holding when moving the machine
5. Cold water inlet hose with Waterproof system
6. Water inlet hose with Waterproof system for hot or alternative water supplies
7. Safety caps for transit bars
8. Transport clips for inlet and drain hoses and for storing transit bars when not in use

Installation surface

A concrete floor is the most suitable installation surface. It is far less prone to vibration during the spin cycle than wooden floorboards or a carpeted surface.

Please note:

• The machine must be level and securely positioned.
• To avoid vibrations during spinning, the machine should not be installed on soft floor coverings.

If installing on a wooden joist floor:

• Install the machine on a plywood base (at least 59 x 52 x 3 cm). The base should span several joists and be bolted to the joists and not only to the floorboards. Check for the presence of pipes and cables first.

Useful tip: If possible, install the machine in a corner. This is usually the most stable part of the floor.

Transporting the washing machine to its installation site

Danger of injury due to unsecured lid.

Make sure the fixings at the back of the lid are secure. They may become brittle due to external circumstances.

There is a danger of the lid being pulled off when carrying the appliance.

Before carrying the appliance, check that the lid is secure where it protrudes at the back.

• Carry the washing machine by the front feet and by the lid where it protrudes at the back of the appliance.

Removing the transit bars

Covering the holes

Risk of injury from sharp edges!
There is a risk of injury from reaching into holes that are not covered.
To avoid the risk of injury, the holes for the transit bars must be covered after the transit bars have been removed.

• Press the flaps firmly shut until they click into place.

Securing the transit bars

• Secure the transit bars to the back of the washing machine. Make sure that the top catch is located above the holder.

Risk of damage from incorrect transport.

The washing machine may become damaged if moved without the transit bars in place.

Keep the transit bars in a safe place.
Fit them again if the machine is to be moved (e.g. when moving house).

Fitting the transit bars

Opening the flaps

• Push against the catch with a pointed object, e.g. a narrow screwdriver.

The flap will open.

Fitting the transit bars

• Install the transit bars in reverse order to their removal.

Useful tip: If you lift the drum slightly, the transit bars can be pushed in more easily.

Levelling the machine

The washing machine must stand perfectly level on all four feet to ensure safe and proper operation.

Incorrect installation may increase electricity and water consumption and may cause the machine to move about.

Screwing out and adjusting the feet

The four adjustable screw feet are used for levelling the washing machine. All four feet are screwed in when the appliance is delivered.

Using the spanner supplied, turn counter nut 2 in a clockwise direction. Then turn counter nut 2 together with foot 1 to unscrew.

• Use a spirit level to check that the washing machine is standing level.
• Hold foot 1 securely with a pipe wrench. Turn counter nut 2 again using the spanner supplied until it sits firmly up against the housing.

Risk of damage due to incorrectly aligned washing machine.

There is a danger of the washing machine moving about if the feet are not secured.

Turn all four counter nuts for the feet until they sit firmly up against the housing. Please also check this for the feet which did not need adjustment.

Installing under a continuous worktop

Risk of electric shock due to exposed cables.

There is a risk of coming into contact with live parts while the lid is removed.

Do not remove the washing machine lid.

This washing machine (with lid intact) can be pushed under a worktop if there is space to do so.

Washer and dryer stack
A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked with the washing machine. The appropriate “WTV” stacking kit* to match your tumble dryer is required.

All parts marked * are available from Miele.

Please note:

a = at least 2 cm
b = WTV without drawer: 172 cm
WTV with drawer: 181 cm
c = 65 cm

The Miele water protection system
The Miele water protection system protects all parts of the washing machine and surrounds from water damage.

The system consists of three main components:

• the inlet hose
• the electronic unit and drainage and overflow protection
• the drain hose

The Waterproof system (WPS)

1. Two solenoid valves
2. Double-skinned inlet hose
3. Sump
4. Float switch
5. Electronic unit
6. Drain pump

The inlet hoses

• The casing on the inlet hoses contains two solenoid valves (1) , which cut off the water intake directly at the tap. These valves provide twofold protection. In the event that one of the valves is faulty, the other valve will cut off the water intake. Blocking the water intake at the tap means that the inlet hoses are only under pressure whilst water is being taken into the machine. For the remainder of the time, pressure on the inlet hoses is negligible.

• Protection against the solenoid valves bursting.
  The solenoid valves are pressure tested to between 7000 kPa and 10000 kPa against bursting.

• The double-skinned inlet hoses (2) have a pressure-resistant inner hose and a protective sleeve. Any leaking water is fed into the sump (3) through this protective sleeve. A float switch (4) closes the solenoid valves, preventing any more water flowing into the machine and water in the suds container is pumped away.

Drain hose
The drain hose is protected by a ventilation system which prevents the washing machine from being emptied completely.

Connection to the water supply

Health risk and risk of damage due to contaminated mains water. The quality of the water used must correspond to the drinking water specification of the country in which the washing machine is being operated.

Always connect the washing machine to potable water.

Risk of electric shock!
There are electrical wires in the water inlet hose.
The inlet hose must not be connected in an area subject to spray water, e.g. in a bathroom or shower room.

The washing machine must be connected to a mains water supply in accordance with current local and national safety regulations.

The water connection pressure needs to be between 100 kPa (1 bar) and 1,000 kPa (10 bar). If the water pressure exceeds 1,000 kPa (10 bar), a pressure reducing valve must be installed.

A tap with a ¾ inch threaded union is required for the connection. If this is not available, only a qualified plumber may connect the washing machine to the mains water supply.

The screw thread is subject to water connection pressure.

Check that the connection is leakproof. Slowly turn on the tap.

Correct the position of the seal and screw thread if necessary.

Maintenance
Only use a Miele Waterproof system hose should you need a replacement.

Damage caused by dirty water.
This washing machine has a filter in the hose connection to the casing to protect the solenoid valve.

This filter must not be removed.

Operation with cold water and an alternative water supply

In addition to cold water, the washing machine can be used with an alternative water supply.

Alternative water supplies:

• Hot water
• Soft water
• Rain water
• Well water

Damage caused by incorrect water connection.

For hygiene and technical reasons, the washing machine must always be connected to cold mains water.

Always connect the washing machine to cold mains water.

Useful tip: See “Settings – Water intake” for instructions on how to programme the water supply.

Markings on the water inlet hoses

Cold water (cold mains water) = Silver label

Hot water or = Red label alternative water supply

Cold water (default setting)
The washing machine will be operated with cold mains water only.

The other inlet hose is secured to the back of the washing machine.

Hot water

• The preferred temperature is 55°C.
  The temperature must not not exceed 60°C. Consult a qualified plumber if the temperature exceeds 60°C.

• You can heat up your water with cheaper, primary energy sources, e.g. gas, solar power, oil.

• Before connecting to the mains water tap, check that the outflow of cold water does not exceed 5 litres. Each additional litre of cold water reduces the energy efficiency.

• If the hot water tap is turned off for some time, the washing machine will automatically switch to the cold water connection. This safety measure is not intended for the permanent operation of the appliance. The washing machine continues to wash using hot water operation, but washing results are impaired.

Soft water, rain water and well water

1. For hygiene reasons water should be at least of the quality used for bathing in.
2. The chemical composition of the water must not endanger parts of the machine.
3. The water must not contain any solid particles e.g. sand. We recommend an upstream filter with a filtration through flow of 0.1 mm.

Other specifications for water quality

The operator is responsible for ensuring a suitable water quality.

Water intake overview depending on selection programmed

Drainage
The suds are drained through a drain pump with a 1 m high delivery head. For the water to drain freely, the hose must be free of kinks.

If required, the hose can be extended to a length of up to 5 m. The necessary parts can be ordered from Miele (depending on country).

For a delivery head of more than 1 m (up to a max. of 1.8 m), a replacement drain pump will need to be fitted. Please contact Miele for advice.

For a delivery head of 1.8 m, the hose can be extended to a length of up to 2.5 m. The necessary parts can be ordered from Miele (depending on country).

Drain hose connection options

1. Directed into a laundry trough or tub or into the sud-saver pipe of a laundry trough or tub.
   Please note:
   – Hook the hose over the edge and secure it.
   – Make sure that the water can drain away freely without hindrance.
   Otherwise there is a risk of water overflowing or of some of the drained water being sucked back into the machine.

2. Connected securely to a trapped waste pipe.

3. Connected securely to a floor drain (gully).

Securing the drain hose to the wash basin
Please note:

Electrical connection
The washing machine is supplied with a mains cable with moulded plug ready for connection to a switched socket.

The socket should be easily accessible after the machine has been installed. If the switch is not accessible after installation, an additional means of disconnection must be provided for all poles.

All electrical work must be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person, in strict accordance with national and local safety regulations.

For extra safety, it is advisable to install a residual current device (RCD) of type with a trip current of 30 mA. Ensure power is not supplied to the appliance until after the installation has been completed.

If the mains connection cable is damaged, it must only be replaced with a specific mains connection cable of the same type (available from Miele).

For safety reasons, such replacement may only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent technician or by Miele.

These operating instructions and the data plate indicate the nominal power consumption and the appropriate fuse rating. Compare this information with the data of the on-site electrical connection.

If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

Temporary or permanent operation with a self-sufficient or non-mains synchronous energy supply system (e.g. isolated networks, back-up systems) is possible. A requirement for the operation is that the energy supply system complies with all current local and national requirements that apply to stand- alone, solar and/or battery systems”.

The protective measures provided in the domestic installation and in this Miele product must also be assured in their function and operation in isolated operation or in non-mains synchronous operation, or replaced with equivalent measures in the installation.

Read More About This Manual & Download PDF:

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)

Download This Manual (PDF format)

Download this manual  >>