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Miele W 3748 User Manual

Miele W 3748
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Washing
The figure quoted in the bucket is the
maximum temperature the garment
can be washed at. The number of
bars under the symbol indicates the
level of agitation permitted.
9 No bar under the symbol: =
normal agitation
4 One bar under the symbol: =
reduced agitation
c Two bars under the symbol: =
much reduced agitation
/ Hand wash (if no temperature
is specified use the lowest
temperature or cold)
h Do not wash
Drying
The number of dots indicates the
drying temperature
q Normal temperature
r Low temperature
s Do not tumble dry
Ironing
The number of dots indicates the
ironing temperature
I Hot iron (max sole plate temp.
approx. 200°C)
H Medium hot iron (max sole
plate temp. approx. 150°C)
G Cool iron (max sole plate
temp. approx. 110°C). Do not
steam iron garments carrying
this symbol.
J Do not iron
Professional cleaning
f Dry clean only. The letters
indicate the type of cleaning
agent required.
p
w Professional Wet Clean only
D Do not dry clean
Bleaching
x Any oxidising bleaching
agent can be used
{ Only use an oxygen based
bleach or a non-chlorine
bleach
z Do not bleach
Garment care label symbols
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Table of Contents

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Miele W 3748 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Loading typeFront loading
Capacity8 kg
Energy EfficiencyA+++
Spin Speed1400 RPM
Noise Level (Washing)52 dB
Noise Level (Spinning)74 dB
Water Consumption49 L
Programsdelicates, quick wash
Dimensions850 mm

Summary

Caring for our environment

Disposal of the packing material

Instructions for safely disposing of packaging materials.

Disposal of your old appliance or machine

Guidance on the environmentally sound disposal of old washing machines.

Warning and Safety instructions

Correct application

Defines the intended use of the washing machine and prohibited applications.

Safety with children

Precautions to ensure children's safety around the washing machine.

Technical safety

Ensures electrical and mechanical safety during installation and use.

Correct use

Guidelines for proper and safe operation of the washing machine.

Accessories

Information on approved accessory parts and their impact on warranty.

Operating the washing machine

Control panel

Overview and explanation of the washing machine's control panel.

Programme duration

Explanation of how programme duration is calculated and displayed.

Programmable functions

How to tailor washing programs to individual requirements.

Before using for the first time

Setting the language

Instructions for selecting the display language.

Reminder to remove transit bars

Crucial step to remove transit bars before first use to prevent damage.

Running your first programme

Guidance for the initial test run of the washing machine.

Washing environmentally and economically

Energy and water consumption

Tips for optimizing energy and water usage during washing.

Detergent

Recommendations for detergent usage and dosage.

Choosing the correct extra option (Short and Pre-wash)

Guidance on selecting appropriate extra wash options for different soiling levels.

When drying with a tumble dryer

Advice on spin speed selection for efficient tumble drying.

How to wash correctly

Brief instructions

A quick guide to the washing sequence.

Sort the laundry

Instructions on sorting laundry by colour, care label, and type.

Switch on the washing machine

Steps to power on the washing machine.

Load the drum

Guidance on loading laundry correctly into the drum.

Select a programme

How to choose and set a wash programme.

Select a temperature / spin speed

Instructions for adjusting wash temperature and spin speed.

Select an extra option(s)

How to select additional wash functions like Water plus.

Add detergent

Correct method for adding detergent to the dispenser.

Start the programme

How to initiate the selected wash programme.

Remove the laundry when the programme has finished

Steps for unloading the machine after the wash cycle.

Spinning

Final spin speed

Details on available final spin speeds for different programmes.

Rinse and interim spin

Explanation of interim spins and their relation to final spin speed.

To omit the final spin (Rinse hold)

How to stop the machine after the final rinse to prevent creasing.

To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin (No)

How to skip all spin cycles and proceed to the anti-crease phase.

Programme chart

Programme sequence

Special features in the programme sequences

Details on special programme functions like extra rinses.

Anti-crease

How the anti-crease function prevents laundry creasing after washing.

Garment care label symbols

Washing

Explanation of washing symbols on garment care labels.

Drying

Explanation of drying symbols on garment care labels.

Ironing

Explanation of ironing symbols on garment care labels.

Professional cleaning

Explanation of professional cleaning symbols.

Bleaching

Explanation of bleaching symbols on garment care labels.

Changing the programme sequence

Cancelling a programme

How to cancel a running washing programme.

Interrupting a programme

Steps to pause and resume a washing programme.

Changing a programme

How to modify programme settings after it has started.

Temperature

Adjusting the wash temperature after programme start.

Spin speed

Adjusting the spin speed after programme start.

Extra options

Selecting or deselecting extra options after programme start.

Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started

Procedure for adding or removing items during a cycle.

Safety lock

How to activate and deactivate the child safety lock.

To activate the safety lock

Step-by-step guide to engaging the safety lock feature.

To deactivate the safety lock

Step-by-step guide to disengaging the safety lock feature.

Detergent

The correct detergent

Information on suitable detergents for automatic washing machines.

The right amount to dispense will depend on the following

Factors influencing the correct detergent dosage.

Water softener

Use and recommendation of water softeners.

Washing with several components

Dispensing order for multiple detergent components.

Fabric conditioners and liquid starch

Usage of fabric conditioners and starch for laundry care.

Colour run and dye removers / dyes

Usage guidelines and warnings for colour run and dye removers.

Cleaning and care

External casing and fascia panel

Cleaning instructions for the machine's exterior.

Extra cleaning

Recommendations for deep cleaning the machine to prevent deposits.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

Procedure for cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing

How to clean the interior of the detergent dispenser housing.

Descaling the machine

When and how to descale the washing machine.

Cleaning the water inlet filters

Instructions for cleaning the water inlet filters.

To clean the filter in the union in the open end of the inlet hose

Specific steps for cleaning the inlet hose filter.

To clean the filter in the water inlet valve

Specific steps for cleaning the filter within the water inlet valve.

Problem solving guide

The programme does not start

Troubleshooting steps when the programme fails to initiate.

Fault messages in the display

Explanation of fault codes and error messages.

General problems

Solutions for common operational issues like shaking or poor spinning.

An unsatisfactory wash result

Troubleshooting tips for issues like grey laundry or stale smells.

The drum door does not open when you press the Door button

Reasons why the drum door remains locked and how to resolve.

Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure

Procedure for opening the door during drainage issues or power cuts.

Blocked drain outlet

Troubleshooting steps for a blocked drain outlet.

Opening the drum door

Manual procedure to open the drum door in emergencies.

After sales service

Future updates (PC)

Information on the PC interface for service technicians.

Appliance guarantee

Reference to the appliance guarantee card.

Optional accessories

Information on purchasing optional accessories for the machine.

Installation and connection

Front view

Diagram and labels for the front components of the washing machine.

Rear view

Diagram and labels for the rear components of the washing machine.

Installation surface

Recommendations for the ideal installation surface for the machine.

Installing the washing machine

Guidance on moving and positioning the washing machine.

Removing the transit bars

Detailed steps for removing the transit bars for first use.

Fit the covers on to the two holes

Instructions for fitting protective covers after transit bar removal.

Secure the transit bars to the back of the washing machine

How to secure transit bars for future transport.

Re-fitting the transit bars

Procedure for re-installing transit bars for moving the machine.

Levelling the machine

Ensuring the machine is level for safe and proper operation.

Screwing out and adjusting the feet

How to adjust the machine's feet for levelling.

Building under a continuous worktop/in a kitchen run

Guidelines for installing the machine under a worktop.

Washer and Dryer stack

Information on stacking a tumble dryer on the washing machine.

Please note

Important notes regarding stacking kit dimensions and lid replacement.

Replacing the lid

Ensuring the lid is correctly fitted after removal for stacking.

The Miele water protection system

Components and function of the Miele water protection system.

1) Inlet hose

Specifications for the inlet hose.

2) Electronic unit and washing machine housing

Description of the electronic unit and sump system.

3) Drain hose

Information regarding the drain hose and its protection.

Overflow protection

How the machine prevents overfilling with water.

Connection to the water supply

Requirements for connecting the machine to the mains water supply.

Extension hose

Availability of longer hoses as optional extras.

Maintenance and care

Care instructions for the water supply hose.

Connection to the drainage system

Methods for connecting the drain hose to various outlets.

Drain hose connection

Specific instructions for connecting the drain hose to a sink.

Electrical connection U.K.

Safety requirements for electrical connection in the UK.

Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363

Safety information regarding BS 1363 plugs and fuse replacement.

Consumption data

Notes for test institutes

Specific notes for test institutes regarding programme selection.

Technical data

Programmable functions

To access programmable functions

Steps to enter the programmable functions menu.

To select a programmable function

How to choose a specific programmable function.

To alter a programmable function

How to change settings within a programmable function.

To come out of programmable functions

How to exit the programmable functions menu.

Language

Setting the display language and understanding language selection guides.

Water plus

Explanation of the Water plus function and its options.

Gentle action

Using the Gentle action setting for delicate fabrics.

Suds cooling

How Suds cooling prevents damage to drainage pipes.

Code

Instructions for activating, using, and deactivating the machine's code lock.

Temperature unit

Option to display temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit.

Buzzer

Settings for the buzzer volume and activation.

Keypad tone

Enabling or disabling audible feedback for button presses.

Brightness

Adjusting the brightness of the display.

Contrast

Adjusting the contrast of the display.

Standby display

Configuring the display's behaviour in standby mode.

Memory

How the machine stores and recalls the last used settings.

Anti-crease

Activating or deactivating the anti-crease function.

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