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Operating Instructions
Vented Dryer
T 1520
U
To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions
before installation or use. M.-Nr. 05 275 070
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Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Quick Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Center pages Guide to the dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Before loading the dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Using the dryer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not use fabric softeners or ,WARNING - To reduce the risk of products to eliminate static in the fire, electric shock, or injury to per- dryer. Best results occur when a liquid sons when using your appliance, fol- softener is used in the washing ma- low basic precautions, including the chine. following: Do not use heat to dry articles con- taining foam rubber or similarly tex- Read all instructions before using tured rubber-like materials. the appliance. – Items
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not repair or replace any part of WARNING – Improper connection the appliance or attempt any ser- of the equipment-grounding con- vicing unless specifically recom- ductor can result in a risk of electric mended in these Operating Instruc- shock. Check with a qualified electri- tions. Repairs to electrical appliances cian or service representative or per- should only be performed by qualified sonnel if you are in doubt as to whether personnel. Incorrectly repaired
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Guide to the dryer 1 Supply cable with plug 2 Control panel 3 Drum door 4 Exhaust connection (right, left or rear) 5 Four height-adjustable legs 5
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Guide to the dryer Pushbuttons Indicator lamps – Door – PROGRAM SEQUENCE Opens the door or can be used to The program sequence indicator cancel a program lamps show the current state of the (does not stay pushed in). drying program. – ON / OFF – DRYING STAGE REACHED Turns the machine on and off or can- These indicators show which drying cels a program. When the macnine is stage the program has reached. For turned on, the "On" indicator will light program stages "Normal" and "Extra up if the door
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Before loading the dryer Drying tips The appliance must be correctly in- Knitted fabrics and flannel tend to stalled and connected before the shrink when washed and dried for the first use. Please see the "Installation first time. Do not over dry these fabrics. instructions". Permanent press and delicate fabrics ^ Check the dryer drum for any residue tend to crease. that may have deposited during the For better drying results reduce the manufacturing process. If necessary load size and select th
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Using the dryer 1. Turn on the dryer and load the laundry ^ Press the "On/Off" button to turn on the dryer. ^ Press the "Door" button to open the door. ^ Load the laundry loosely into the drum. ^ Close the door with a firm swing - do not push it shut. Do not use fabric softener sheets in this dryer. Silicates contained in these sheets could cause the dryer to overheat. To prevent fabric damage, check that laundry will not be caught in the closed door. 8
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Using the dryer 2. Select a program 3. Select the Buzzer to signal the end of the program (if desired) ^ Press the "Buzzer" button. 4. Select the load size ^ Turn the program selector clockwise or counterclockwise to the desired program. Please refer to the "Programs" chart. The program status will be stored for 30 minutes in the event of a power failure. ^ Press the "Load size" button in for a full load. Press the "Load size" button out for a small load. 9
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Programs Program Fabric Note COTTONS Extra dry For drying laundry that will be The "Extra dry" program should stored away, such as linens or not be selected for jersey mate- seasonal clothing. rials. Items may shrink. Normal Uniform loads of cotton e.g. – sheets, underwear, socks. Normal- Knitted cotton fabrics that may If items are still damp, redry us- shrink, e.g. jersey material or ing "Normal+". lightweight cottons. Hand ironr Cotton or linen fabrics to be – left damp for easier ironing. Ha
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Using the dryer 5. Start the program 6. At the end of a program The "Anti-crease/Finish" indicator will light at the end of a program. ^ Turn the program selector to "Finish". ^ Press the "START" button. ^ Press the "Door" button to open the door. ^ Remove the laundry. ^ Check that the drum is empty. ^ Clean the lint filter after each use (see "Cleaning and care".) ^ Press the "On/Off" button to turn off the dryer. 11
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Dryer care Cleaning the lint filter Before cleaning the tumble dryer, The lint filter must be cleaned before disconnect the machine from the or after every program. power supply. Never use abrasive cleaners, scour- ing pads or steel wool or caustic (oven) cleaners on the dryer. They will damage the surface. Cleaning the exterior and the control panel ^ The exterior and the control panel can be cleaned with warm water and liquid dish soap applied with a soft sponge. ^ Wipe dry using a soft cloth.
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Dryer care Changing the light bulb Power failure - Emergency door release ,WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply by unplugging or trip- ping the circuit breaker. ^ Pull forward on the unhinged side of the door. ^ Unscrew the plastic bulb cover lo- cated inside the drum and above the door (see illustration.) ^ Replace the light bulb with a temper- ature proof bulb (part # 02 150 900) available from Miele’s Technical Ser- vice Department. The
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Frequently asked questions With the following guide, minor problems can be fixed without a service call. What if Possible fault Fix . . . the tumble Check whether the "On" in- Repeat the program selection dryer fails to start dicator lights up. If so, fail- procedure in the correct se- when turned on? ure to start may be due to quence, see "Using the dryer". an incorrect program se- lection procedure. If the "On" indicator lamp – The "ON/OFF" button is does not illuminate, check pressed in. that
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Frequently asked questions What to do if,...? Cause . . . Remedy . . . . . . the "anti-crease" – Turn the program selector indicator starts flash- to "finish". ing? – Turn the machine off and then on again. – Select a program. – Press the "Start" button. If the indicator lamp starts flashing again, this indicates a fault in the machine. Please contact the Miele Ser- vice Dept. . . . the drum door The vent is blocked or Clean the vents and the lint fil- opens during the dry- the lint filter is cl
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After Sales service In the event of a problem which you cannot fix yourself, or to order spare parts please contact: – Your Miele Dealer or – The Miele Technical Service Department USA 1-800-999-1360 techserv@mieleusa.com CDN 1-800-565-6435 service@miele.ca When contacting the Technical Service Department, please quote the model and serial number of your appliance. They can be found on the data plate lo- cated below the drum opening. 16
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Quick Guide Remove this guide for easy reference Please read all instructions, especially the "Important Safety Instructions", before using the dryer.
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Quick Guide 1. Turn on the dryer and load the 2. Select a program laundry ^ Press the "On/Off" button to turn on the dryer. ^ Turn the program selector clockwise or counterclockwise to the desired program. 3. Select the Buzzer to signal the end of the program (if desired) ^ Press the "Door" button to open the door. ^ Load the laundry into the drum. Make sure that there is enough space in the drum for clothes to tumble freely. To prevent fabric damage, check that laundry will not be caught in the
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Quick Guide 4. Select the load size 6. At the end of a program The "Anti-crease / Finish" indicator will light. ^ Turn the program selector to "Finish". ^ Press the "Load size" button in for a full load. Press the "Load size" button out for a small load. ^ Press "Door" and remove the laundry. 5. Start the program ^ Press "START". ^ Clean the lint filter. ^ Press the "On/Off" button to turn off the dryer.
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Quick Guide Program Fabric Note COTTONS Extra dry For drying laundry that will be The "Extra dry" program should stored away, such as linens or not be selected for jersey mate- seasonal clothing. rials. Items may shrink. Normal Uniform loads of cotton e.g. – sheets, underwear, socks. Normal- Knitted cotton fabrics that may If items are still damp, redry us- shrink, e.g. jersey material or ing "Normal+". lightweight cottons. Hand ironr Cotton or linen fabrics to be – left damp for easier ironing.
