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Summary of Contents for Miele G 4500
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Dishwasher G 4500 en - US, CA To prevent accidents and appliance damage read these instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr. 09 016 300... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Loading the dishwasher ........ - Page 3 Problems water Intake / Drain ........34 General problems with the dishwasher ....... . . 35 Sounds .
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
If the power cord is damaged it must only be replaced by a Miele Ser- vice technician with a genuine Miele power cord. The outlet must be accessible at all times after installation to disconnect the dishwasher. - Page 5 Do not install or use a damaged dishwasher. A damaged appliance is dangerous. Unplug the machine and call your Miele dealer or the Miele Technical Service Department. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children.
- Page 6 It is possible for small fingers to be pinched in the door. Only use the dishwasher if all panels are properly in place. Do not tamper with the controls. Do not damage, sit or stand on the door or baskets of the dishwasher.
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Page 7: Guide To The Dishwasher
Cutlery tray Upper basket Middle spray arm Air inlet for drying (depending on model) Lower spray arm Guide to the dishwasher Triple filter system Data plate Child Safety Lock in the door handle (not visible) Rinse aid reservoir Dual compartment detergent... -
Page 8: Control Panel
Guide to the dishwasher Control panel Program selection Program sequence display On/Off K button Check / Refill indicators Start / Stop button with indicator light Program selector button... -
Page 9: Caring For The Environment
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. -
Page 10: Before Using For The First Time
To open the door ^ Reach under the handle and pull the door open. If the door is opened during operation the dishwasher will stop running. Once the door is closed the program will restart. To close the door ^ Push the baskets in. -
Page 11: Water Softener
Water softener To achieve good cleaning results, the dishwasher needs soft water (water that is low in minerals). Hard water results in calcium deposits on dishware and in the dishwasher. If your tap water hardness is above 4 °d (4 gr/gal) the water should be softened. - Page 12 Before using for the first time Programming the water softener To exit the programming mode at any time turn the dishwasher off with the K button. ^ Press the K button to turn the dishwasher off. ^ Press and hold the Start / Stop button and turn the dishwasher on simultaneously using the K button.
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Page 13: Filling The Salt Container
Every dishwasher is tested before leaving the factory. Any water remaining in the machine is from the final factory test and does not indicate that the machine has been used. Filling the salt container Inadvertently filling the salt container with dishwashing... -
Page 14: Refill Salt Message
"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"... -
Page 15: Rinse Aid
Rinse aid Rinse aid is needed 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. -
Page 16: Adjusting The Dosage
^ Turn the dishwasher off "s". ^ Press the "Start / Stop" button and at the same time turn the dishwasher on s. Hold the "Start / Stop" button until the "Start / Stop" indicator comes on. -
Page 17: Loading The Dishwasher
Wax, grease and paint will cause permanent discoloration and damage to the dishwasher. ^ Scrape food from dishes before placing them in the dishwasher, rinsing is not necessary. ^ Some foods contain natural dyes, e.g. carrots or tomatoes. Plastic items may discolor permanently if they come in contact with food dyes. -
Page 18: Items Not Recommended For Dishwashing
The China & Crystal program, although extremely gentle and thorough can cause the china and crystal to "wear" if they are not dishwasher safe. Glassware: – There are no standard guidelines for washing glassware, when in doubt wash by hand. -
Page 19: Typical Load For 10 Place Settings
Loading the dishwasher Typical load for 10 place settings Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray... -
Page 20: Upper Basket
Loading the dishwasher Upper basket Always use the dishwasher with the upper and lower basket in place. ^ Load the upper basket with small, lightweight, or delicate items such as cups, saucers, glasses, dessert bowls and flat pans. ^ Long items such as soup ladles,... -
Page 21: Adjusting The Upper Basket
^ Release the levers and the basket will lock in place. Loading the dishwasher Depending on the setting of the upper basket, a variety of plate dimensions can be accommodated. For example: If the upper basket is in... -
Page 22: Lower Basket
Loading the dishwasher Lower basket ^ For larger and heavier items such as plates, serving platters, saucepans, bowls, etc. Small plates such as saucers can also be arranged in the lower basket. Foldable spikes The front two rows of spikes can be folded down to create more room for larger dishware, e. - Page 23 ^ Push down on the handle to snap the insert into position. Loading the dishwasher Bottle holder (depending on model) The bottle holder can be used to wash narrow items, e. g. milk and baby bottles.
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Page 24: Cutlery Tray
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery tray ^ Arrange the cutlery as shown in the cutlery tray. 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. -
Page 25: Optional Accessories
...wash additional glassware MieleCare Collection Miele branded cleaning and care products, including dishwasher salt, detergent and rinse aid, are available to order from your Miele dealer, Miele or the on-line Miele store www.mieleusa.com Optional accessories the following accessory will need to be ordered... -
Page 26: Use
You can use powder, gel or tab detergents. Follow the dosage information on the detergent packaging. Detergent tabs are not recommended for use with the program "Express". The tabs may not dissolve completely. Dishwasher cleaning products are available from MIele. -
Page 27: Adding Detergent
Adding detergent ^ Press the latch on the detergent dispenser. The flap will spring open. The flap is always open at the end of a program. ^ Add detergent to the compartments and close the container flap. ^ Use one tab or add powder or gel detergent to compartment II and close the flap. -
Page 28: Turning On
^ Close the door. ^ Open the water supply, if it is closed. ^ Press the K button to turn the dishwasher on. The "Start / Stop" indicator light flashes and the indicator of the last set program lights up. -
Page 29: Program Guide
Program Guide Progra When to use m guide Pots & For normally soiled pots & Pans pans with dried on food, and heavily soiled dishware, use 120% detergent recommended. Normal Program for completely washing a full load of normally soiled dishware with the ability to adjust energy and water consumption based on the soil load of the dishware. -
Page 30: Standby
The display and the indicators are turned off and only the Start/Stop flashes slowly. ^ To turn the dishwasher back on press any key (except K). If refill salt and/or rinse aid or a fault are present in the display, the dishwasher will switch into Standby mode. -
Page 31: Interrupting A Program
If the door is closed again, the program will continue from where it was interrupted. Water in the dishwasher is hot. Danger of scalding. Only open the door if absolutely necessary and exercise extreme caution when doing so. Before closing the door again, leave it ajar for approx. -
Page 32: Additional Options
– "Cleaning" progress indicator is off: At least one setting has been changed. ^ Press the ''Start / Stop" button if you wish to reset the dishwasher to the default settings. The setting is saved immediately. ^ Press the K button to turn the... -
Page 33: Frequently Asked Questions
– Turn the dishwasher on "s". – Select the desired program with the "Program" button. – Press the "Start / Stop" button. If the problem persists, contact Technical Ser- vice. – Turn off the water supply. – Contact Miele Technical Service. -
Page 34: Problems Water Intake / Drain
There may be water in the wash cabinet. Solution Open the water supply all the way. Before fixing the fault: – Turn the dishwasher off "s". – Open the water supply all the way. – Clean the water intake filter, see "Cleaning and care". -
Page 35: General Problems With The Dishwasher
General problems with the dishwasher Problem The indicators and the display is dark. Only the "Start/Stop" indicator flashes slowly. Detergent is left in the dispenser at the end of a program. The detergent lid cannot be closed properly. The door and the... -
Page 36: Sounds
Interrupt the program, and rearrange loose pieces. Remove the foreign object from the drain pump (see "Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve") This has no effect on the dishwasher. If in doubt, contact a plumber. -
Page 37: Poor Cleaning Results
Frequently asked questions Solution See "Loading the dishwasher". Select a more intensive program (see "Program Guide"). Use more detergent, or change the detergent. rearrange the dishes if necessary. - Page 38 Frequently asked questions Problem Possible fault Dishes are not dry, The rinse aid setting may be glasses and too low, or the rinse aid cutlery are reservoir is empty. spotted. Dishes were taken out too soon. A "Tab" product was used. These products have a low drying effect.
- Page 39 Plastics are discolored. There are rust stains on cutlery. Frequently asked questions Possible fault Detergent deposits. Glasses are not dishwasher safe. The surface is affected. The wash temperature of the selected program was too low. The detergent has a low bleaching effect.
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Page 40: After Sales Service
Miele’s Service department, Extended Service Contracts offered by other providers for Miele products will not be recognized by Miele. Our goal is to prevent unauthorized (and untrained) service personnel from working on your Miele products, possibly doing further damage to them, you and/or your home. -
Page 41: Transport
To transport the dishwasher, e.g. when moving to a new home, note the following: – Empty the dishwasher. – Secure any loose parts, e.g. hoses, cables, cutlery baskets. – Transport the dishwasher in the upright position. If unavoidable it may be transported on its back. Do not transport it on its side or on the door. -
Page 43: User Maintenance Instructions
User Maintenance Instructions To prevent accidents and appliance damage, read these instructions before installation or use. -
Page 44: Cleaning And Care
The wash cabinet can be cleaned with a dishwasher cleaner such as "Dis Cleaner" available from your Miele dealer or online at www.mieleusa.com. Door and the door seal ^ Wipe the door seals regularly with a damp cloth to remove food deposits. -
Page 45: Triple Filter System
The level of soiling and time it takes before the filters need cleaning will vary depending on your household usage. ^ Turn off the dishwasher before cleaning. Cleaning and Care ^ Turn the handle counterclockwise to release the triple filter system... - Page 46 Cleaning and Care To clean the inside of the filter, the flap must be opened. ^ Push the clips together the flap ^ Rinse under running water. ^ Close the flap so that the clip engages. ^ Return the filter so it lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet.
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Page 47: Cleaning The Spray Arms
Sometimes particles of food get stuck in the spray arm jets. The spray arms should be inspected and cleaned every 4 - 6 months. ^ Turn off the dishwasher before cleaning. Removing the spray arms ^ Remove the cutlery tray (if present). -
Page 48: Cleaning The Water Inlet Filter
If your water contains a large number of insoluble substances, a filter between the water valve and the intake hose connection is recommended. These filters can be purchased from Miele. Cleaning the filter ^ Turn off the dishwasher and pull the plug. -
Page 49: Cleaning The Drain Pump And Non-Return Valve
If the dishwasher is not completely drained at the end of a program, the drain pump or non-return valve may be blocked. ^ Turn off the dishwasher and pull the plug. ^ Remove the triple filter (see "Triple filter system"). -
Page 51: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions Please refer to the Installation Diagram supplied with these instructions. To comply with IEC sound testing protocols, please contact Miele for additional instructions. Information is subject to change. Please refer to our website to obtain the most current product specification, technical & warranty information. -
Page 52: Electrical Connection
Danger of overheating! See data plate on the right side of the door. A damaged power cord must only be replaced with a genuine Miele cord by a Miele service technician or a qualified technician. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED. -
Page 53: Plumbing
Waterproof system All Miele dishwashers have a safety valve located on the incoming water line and a sealed underside with a water sensor. If a fault occurs, the water intake is stopped and the drain pump is activated. Water damage, if any, is minimized. - Page 54 Do not cut the intake hose. It contains electrical wiring. If the hose is cut, the dishwasher will not work. There will be a water leak and you could be injured. If the hose is too long, coil it neatly and place it...
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Page 55: Drainage
5 ft (1.5 m) flexible drain hose with an internal diameter of 7/8" (22 mm). – Drain hose extensions and adapters can be ordered from Miele. The maximum drain hose length is 13 ft. (4 m), max. drain height: 39"... - Page 56 Alteration rights reserved / 1511 M.-Nr. 09 016 300 / 02 G4500 / INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE REFER TO OUR WEBSITE TO OBTAIN THE MOST CURRENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS, TECHNICAL & WARRANTY INFORMATION.