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Miele T 8626 WP Operating Instructions Manual
Miele T 8626 WP Operating Instructions Manual

Miele T 8626 WP Operating Instructions Manual

Heat pump tumble dryer
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Operating instructions

for heat pump tumble dryer
T 8626 WP
en - GB
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed and used for the
first time.
M.-Nr. 07 453 630

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions for heat pump tumble dryer T 8626 WP en - GB To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.
  • Page 2: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Energy saving tips material To avoid unnecessarily long drying times and high consumption of energy: The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which – Make sure that your laundry is are environmentally friendly for disposal thoroughly spun before drying.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Caring for the environment ......... . 2 Warning and Safety instructions .
  • Page 4 Contents Cleaning and care ..........27 Emptying the condensed water container .
  • Page 5 Contents External condensed water outlet ........46 Arranging the drain hose .
  • Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Any other applications may be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable To avoid the risk of accidents and for damage resulting from incorrect or damage to the tumble dryer, please improper use or operation.
  • Page 7 Do not connect the tumble dryer to wiring system should be inspected by a the mains electricity supply by an qualified electrician. Miele cannot be extension lead. Extension leads do not held liable for the consequences of an guarantee the required safety of the inadequate earthing system (e.g.
  • Page 8 If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger. In the event of a fault or for cleaning...
  • Page 9: Correct Use

    Warning and Safety instructions Correct use To prevent the risk of fire, the following must not be dried in this To prevent the risk of fire, the tumble dryer: following textiles must not be dried in this tumble dryer: – fabrics which contain a large proportion of rubber, foam rubber or –...
  • Page 10 Accessories Do not install the tumble dryer in a room where there is a risk of frost Only use genuine Miele spare parts occurring. At temperatures around and accessories with this tumble dryer. freezing point the tumble dryer may not If non-Miele parts are used, guarantee, be able to operate properly.
  • Page 11: Operating The Tumble Dryer

    Operating the tumble dryer Control panel Start/Stop button Extra option buttons For starting a programme and Various extra options can be added cancelling a programme once it has to the drying programmes. started. Programme selector The indicator light flashes while a The programme selector can be programme is being selected and then lights up constantly after it has...
  • Page 12: Display

    – Sportswear – Selecting delay start – Basket programme* – Displaying the drying duration (Estimated time remaining) * the Miele drying basket (optional accessory) must be used with this Note programme. All the display illustrations and times given in these instructions are...
  • Page 13 Operating the tumble dryer Menu buttons Programme duration / Estimated time remaining When a programme is selected the estimated drying time will appear in the display. Please be aware that it is only an estimate! The following factors all affect the estimated time remaining: residual moisture content after spinning;...
  • Page 14: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time Setting the time (of day) * If the tumble dryer has not been * The time may already have been set transported as described in at the factory. If it has, and is correct, "Installation"...
  • Page 15: Notes On Laundry Care

    / airing items which are not "Programme chart". Never overload suitable for drying with mechanical the drum. action. Important: You must use the Miele drying basket (optional Overloading can cause unnecessary accessory). wear and tear to the laundry, give a disappointing drying result and –...
  • Page 16: How To Dry Correctly

    How to dry correctly Brief instructions Load the tumble dryer ^ Press the Door button to open the The headings numbered ( , ...) show the operating sequence and can door. be used as a brief guide to using your ^ Load the laundry loosely into the dryer.
  • Page 17 – Basket programme*: 40 min - 2:30 h display will vary according to the programme selected (see "Programme * the Miele drying basket (optional duration/Estimated time remaining"). accessory) must be used with this programme. With the following programmes –...
  • Page 18 How to dry correctly Select any Extra options / Delay Before the end of a programme start There is a cooling down phase at the end of the drying sequence: Cooling down will appear in the display. The programme is not finished until the cooling down phase has been completed.
  • Page 19 How to dry correctly ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Remove the laundry. Check that all items have been removed from the drum. If items are left in the dryer, they could be damaged by overdrying when the dryer is next used.
  • Page 20: Extra Options

    Extra options Gentle tumble For drying items which can be dried in a tumble dryer but which are particularly susceptible to creasing or which are not suitable for drying with a great deal of mechanical action. When this option is selected, the drum will rotate less frequently.
  • Page 21: Delay Start

    Delay start With delay start you can choose when Cottons you want the programme to end. The start of a programme can be delayed 1:01 Start in: from 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24 hours, Normal To select delay start The delay start time will now count down in minutes until the start of the Select the programme you want and...
  • Page 22: Programme Chart

    Programme chart Cottons Max. load 6 kg* Extra dry, Normal+, Normal** Fabric type Single and multi-layered cotton fabrics such as towelling, jerseywear, T-shirts, underwear. Notes – Select Extra dry for multi-layered and very thick fabrics. – Do not use Extra dry for jersey fabrics (e.g. T-shirts, underwear, baby clothes), as they have a tendency to shrink.
  • Page 23 Programme chart Delicates Max. load 2.5 kg* Normal+, Normal, Hand iron r, Hand iron rr Fabric type Delicate items made of cotton, synthetic or blended fabrics, e.g.: jumpers, skirts, trousers, table cloths, shirts, blouses and evening wear with sequins and beading. Note Laundry remains relatively crease-free for easier ironing.
  • Page 24 Programme chart Cool air Max. load 6 kg* Fabric type Any item which only needs airing. Extra options Anti-crease, Buzzer Automatic+ Max. load 4.5 kg* Normal+, Normal, Hand iron r Fabric type Mixed loads of garments suitable for the Cottons and Minimum iron programmes.
  • Page 25 Note – The drum does not rotate in this programme. For this reason, airing and drying may only be carried out if the Miele drying basket (optional accessory) is fitted in the drum. – Use this programme to dry items...
  • Page 26: Changing The Programme Sequence

    Changing the programme sequence Once a programme has started Note: A programme can also be cancelled by turning the programme - changing the programme selector to Stop. You cannot change to another - cancelling the programme and then programme once a programme has removing the laundry started (this prevents unintentional ^ Proceed as described in "Adding or...
  • Page 27: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Emptying the condensed water container The condensed water will be collected in the condensed water container unless the appliance has been set up to drain via the drain hose (see installation). Empty the condensed water container after every drying programme.
  • Page 28: Make Sure You Clean All The Filters At The Correct Intervals

    Cleaning and care This tumble dryer has a multi-stage When to clean the surfaces of the filter system, consisting of fluff filters fluff filters and additional fine filters in the door and the door opening. There is also a The surfaces of the fluff filters: fine filter in front of the heat exchanger 1.
  • Page 29: Cleaning The Surfaces Of The Fluff Filters

    Cleaning and care ^ Use your fingers or a vacuum cleaner Cleaning the surfaces of the to remove the fluff from the surface of fluff filters the filter. Hair and fluff on garments are collected Extra cleaning by the fluff filters in the door and the door opening.
  • Page 30: Cleaning The Fine Filters

    ^ Remove the fine filter (4) as must be dried. described on the following pages. Otherwise they could cause operational faults. Always replace the fine filters if they are damaged (Miele optional accessory, available to order).
  • Page 31 Cleaning and care Removing Replacing ^ Place the fluff filter (1) on a flat ^ Place the fluff filter (1) on a flat surface. surface. ^ Place the fine filter (4) exactly in the Press holder (2) on the filter frame gently inwards until the filter frame middle of the hollow area in the fluff disengages from the fluff filter.
  • Page 32: Cleaning The Fine Filters In The Door Opening

    Cleaning and care 2. Cleaning the fine filters in the door Cleaning opening. ^ Clean both fine filters thoroughly under running water. Removing ^ Then squeeze the fine filters thoroughly. ^ The surface of the fluff filters in the door opening must also be cleaned under running water if there is a great deal of compacted fluff on them.
  • Page 33: Cleaning The Fine Filter In Front Of The Heat Exchanger Unit

    Cleaning and care 3. Cleaning the fine filter in front of the heat exchanger unit Removing ^ Pull the fine filter out by the handle. ^ Use the yellow opener to open the service panel at the bottom left of the front of the tumble dryer.
  • Page 34: Cleaning The Tumble Dryer

    Cleaning and care Cleaning the tumble dryer Replacing ^ Insert the fine filter on the handle. Disconnect the dryer from the mains ^ Press the stoppers into the openings electricity supply. of the handle (until you feel them ^ Clean the housing, control panel and click into position).
  • Page 35: Problem Solving Guide

    Problem solving guide With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of the appliance, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations.
  • Page 36 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Clean door filter This is a reminder to – Clean the fine filters. appears at the end of a clean the fine filters in the See "Cleaning and programme. door and the door care".
  • Page 37: An Unsatisfactory Drying Result

    Problem solving guide An unsatisfactory drying result Problem Possible cause Remedy The laundry is not The load consisted of – Finish drying using the sufficiently dry. different fabrics. Warm air programme. – Select a different programme next time*. Feather filled pillows Feathers are a natural The smell will dissipate smell after drying.
  • Page 38: Other Problems

    Problem solving guide Other problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The drying Please check all the possible causes and switch the dryer process goes on off and then back on again. too long or even Ventilation to and from the Open a door or window while switches off.
  • Page 39 Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy There are humming The compressor is These noises are quite noises. operating. normal and do not indicate a fault. The display is dark. The display has The display will light up switched off when one of the buttons is The programme automatically to save...
  • Page 40: Changing The Lamp

    ^ Apply a little pressure and whilst doing so turn your wrist in the direction of the arrow to open the cover. The cover will open downwards. The temperature resistant lamp should only be ordered from your Miele Dealer or the Miele Spare Parts Department.
  • Page 41: After Sales Service

    Optional accessories Optional accessories for this dryer are available from your Miele Dealer, the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet at www.miele-shop.com. Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes.
  • Page 42: Installation

    Installation Front view Mains connection cable Four height adjustable screw feet Control panel Cool air intake panel Condensed water container External drainage of condensed water hose Door (see "External condensed water Service panel for heat exchanger outlet") unit (for cleaning or replacing the fine filter)
  • Page 43: Rear View

    Installation Rear view If transporting the dryer at an angle, only tip it towards its left side. Protruding lid for holding when moving the dryer (see arrows) Mains connection cable Hose for external drainage of condensed water Accessories for connection to a sink drain outlet Transporting the dryer When moving the dryer, hold it by the...
  • Page 44: Installation Site

    A building-under kit (Miele Building under a continuous worktop/ accessory, available to order) with a in a row of kitchen units coverplate to replace the appliance´s lid is required.
  • Page 45: Levelling The Appliance

    – 870-885 / 915-930 mm, one or two raising kits* are required. ^ The screw feet can be adjusted to compensate for any unevenness in * Miele accessory available to order the floor. Replacing the lid Do not block the gap between...
  • Page 46: External Condensed Water Outlet

    Installation ^ There will be a small amount of External condensed water residual water in the drain hose. outlet Have a container ready to collect this. General notes When drying is in progress, condensed water is pumped into the condensed water container through the drain hose at the back of the dryer.
  • Page 47: External Drainage Via A Sink Or Gully

    Installation External drainage via a sink or gully Example: Connection to a sink drain outlet ^ See "Front view" illustration. The drain hose with non-return valve If you want to drain the water off fitted can be connected directly to a into a sink you will need to secure suitable sink drain outlet.
  • Page 48 Installation ^ Fit adapter 1 to the sink drain outlet using nut 2. If this nut has a flat disc in it you should take the disc out first. ^ Attach the end of hose 4 to adapter ^ Use a screwdriver to tighten hose clip 3 up close to the nut.
  • Page 49: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363 All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be refitted when by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover person, in strict accordance with is lost, the plug must not be used until a current national and local safety suitable replacement is obtained.
  • Page 50: Consumption Data

    Consumption data Load Final spin speed Residual Energy Duration in a domestic moisture washing machine Minutes Cottons Normal 1000 1.80 Cottons Normal + Freshen up 1000 0.95 + Gentle tumble 1000 1.80 Cottons Normal 1200 1.65 1400 1.55 1600 1.50 1800 1.35 Cottons Hand iron rr...
  • Page 51: Technical Data

    Technical data Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 596 mm Depth with door open 1060 mm Height for building under 820 mm Width for building under 600 mm Depth for building under 600 mm Suitable for pushing under a worktop Suitable for stacking Weight 69 kg...
  • Page 52: Settings Menu J

    Settings menu J for changing default settings The Settings menu is used to alter the dryer's electronics to suit different requirements. Settings can be altered at any time.
  • Page 53: Settings Menu J

    Settings menu J Language J To open the Settings menu ^ Close the door. The display can be set to appear in ^ Switch the dryer on. one of several different languages. ^ Press both menu buttons at the same ^ Select the language you want by time until the following appears in the pressing the left hand Menu button...
  • Page 54: Time

    Settings menu J Time Drying levels First select either a 24 hour or 12 You can alter the drying levels for hour clock. You can then set the the Cottons and Minimum iron current time of day. programmes. The bar chart shows you the setting. To set the clock format Factory default: a medium setting.
  • Page 55: Lock Code

    Settings menu J Lock code Confirm code The code prevents your machine being used without your knowledge. 2 5 0 When the code has been activated, you Back have to enter a code after switching the ^ Confirm the lock code by pressing dryer on.
  • Page 56: Buzzer

    Settings menu J Buzzer There are two options: The buzzer has two volumes. Standby is activated: Normal (Factory default) – if a programme is not selected within The buzzer sounds at the end of a 10 minutes of the tumble dryer being programme.
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