Miele G 5170 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions Dishwasher G 5170 G 5175 To prevent accidents and appliance damage read these instructions before installation or use. M.-Nr. 09 016 320 en - US, CA ...

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Control panel ............................

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Additional options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Buzzer ..........................................................36 Factory default ...................................................

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WARNING – When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before installation or use of the dishwasher to prevent injury and machine damage. Use the dishwasher only for its intended purpose. This...

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Installation ~ The dishwasher must be installed and connected in accordance with the installation instructions. ~ Installation and repair work should be performed by a Miele authorized service technician. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerou...

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Use ~ To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in, on or near the dishwasher. It is possible for small fingers may be pinched in the door. ~ Only use the dishwasher if all panels are properly in place. ~ Do not tamper with the cont...

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a Upper spray arm (not visible) b Cutlery tray c Upper basket d Middle spray arm e Air inlet for drying (depending on model) f Lower spray arm g Triple filter system h Data plate i Rinse aid reservoir j Dual compartment detergent dispenser Guide to t...

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Control panel a Check / Refill indicators b Program selection c Program selector button d On U button with indicator light e Off V button This operating instruction manual describes several dishwasher models with different indicated settings. The dif...

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Energy saving washing This dishwasher is exceptionally economical in the use of water and electricity. For best results follow these tips: ^ For lowest energy consumption you may connect the dishwasher to a cold water source. ^ For fastest possible w...

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To open the door ^ Pull the handle to open the door. If the door is opened during operation, the dishwasher will stop running. Once the door is closed the program will continue. To close the door ^ Push the baskets in. ^ Lift the door and push until ...

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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...

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Programming the water softener During programming, other indicator lights flash and light up each time you press a button. Only the indicator lights in the following operating steps are important for the programming. To exit the programming mode at a...

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Checking the programmed water hardness ^ Press the V button to turn the dishwasher off. ^ Press and hold the "Program" button and turn the dishwasher on simultaneously using the U button. Keep the "Program" button pressed for at l...

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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 ...

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Refill salt message ^ When the "Salt" indicator light comes on, refill the salt after the program has finished. After the container has been filled, the "Salt" indicator light can remain on for a short time. It will go out once th...

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Rinse aid Rinse aid helps 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 rins...

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Adjusting the dosage The dosage selector is preset to 3. This dispenses approximately 3 ml of rinse aid per program. It can be adjusted from 0 to 6. – Use a higher setting if spots appear on dry glassware. ^ Use a lower setting if streaking appears...

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, Do not wash items soiled with ash, sand, wax, grease or paint in the dishwasher. Ash and sand do not dissolve and will be distributed throughout the inside of the dishwasher. Wax, grease and paint will cause permanent discoloration and damage to th...

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Items not recommended for dishwashing – Cutlery with wooden handles – Wooden cutting boards – Glued items such as old knives with handles glued together around the shank of the blade – Handmade craft items, antique, metal trimmed or decorativ...

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Typical load for 10 place settings Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray Loading the dishwasher 20 ...

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Typical load for 16 place settings Upper basket Lower basket Cutlery tray Loading the dishwasher 21 ...

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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, mixing ...

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Adjusting the upper basket In order to gain more space for taller items the upper basket can be adjusted on three levels with 2 cm between each level. The upper basket can also be set at an angle with one side high and the other side low. Make sure, ...

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Lower basket ^ For larger and heavier items such as plates, serving platters, saucepans, bowls, etc. Glasses, cups, small plates and saucers can also be arranged in the lower basket. Dishwasher with cutlery tray Dishwasher with cutlery basket Heavily...

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Removable MultiComfort insert The rear section of the lower basket is used for cups, glasses, plates, pots and pans. You can remove the MultiComfort insert to provide more space for larger items such as pots and pans. To remove the insert a ^ Press t...

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Foldable spikes (depending on model) The spikes at the front are used for plates, soup bowls, platters, desert bowls, and saucers. Both rows of spikes can be folded down to create more room for larger dishware, e. g. pots, pans and bowls. ^ Press the...

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Cutlery tray (depending on model) ^ 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 ...

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Cutlery basket (depending on model) The cutlery basket can be placed anywhere on the front rows of spikes in the lower basket. ^ To avoid risk of injury, knives and forks should be placed with the handles upwards in the basket. However, cutlery place...

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Optional dishwasher accessories are available from your Miele dealer, Miele or Mieleusa.com (depending on your model some may already be supplied with your machine as standard). If you would like to... the following accessory will need to be ordered....

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Detergent , Dishwasher detergents contain irritant and corrosive ingredients. Avoid inhaling or swallowing dishwasher detergent. Keep children away from detergent. Keep detergent out of the reach of children. Keep children away from the dishwasher wh...

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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 ...

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Turning on ^ Open the water supply, if it is closed. ^ Open the door. ^ Make sure the spray arms can rotate freely. ^ Press the U button to turn the dishwasher on. The U indicator and the indicator of the last set program light up. Selecting a progra...

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Program guide When to use Program sequence Pre-rinse Main wash Interim rinse Final rinse Drying 12 12 Pots & Pans For normally soiled pots & pans with dried on food, and heavily soiled dishware, use 120% detergent recommended XXXXX Normal Pro...

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At the end of a program ^ Open the door slightly to check whether the program has finished. The indicator for the selected program has gone out. The program has not yet finished as long as the program indicator is still flashing. Close the door again...

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Interrupting a program A program is interrupted as soon as the door is opened. 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 absolutel...

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Buzzer A signal sounds at the end of a program and when a fault occurs. The buzzer at the end of a program sounds four times in intervals with a brief break in between. The buzzer for a fault sounds four times without pausing. The buzzer is activated...

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Factory default All settings can be reset to factory default. ^ Open the door. ^ Turn the dishwasher off with the V button. ^ Press and hold the Program button and turn the dishwasher on simultaneously using the K button. Keep the Program button pres...

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, Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified and trained person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause personal injury or machine damage. Technical faults Problem Possible fault Solution The ...

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Faults in the water intake/water drain Problem Possible fault Solution The dishwasher stops shortly after the program starts. The buzzer sounds. The "Intake/Drain" indicator flashes and lights up alternately when the door is open. The water...

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General problems with the dishwasher Problem Possible fault Solution The display is dark and only the " U " indicator lights. The indicator lights go out automatically to save energy (Standby). Press any button (except V) to come out of Sta...

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Sounds Problem Possible fault Solution There is a knocking noise in the wash cabinet The spray arm is hitting an item in the basket. Interrupt the program, rearrange items blocking the spray arms. There is a rattling noise in the wash cabinet Items a...

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Poor cleaning results Problem Possible fault Solution The dishes are not clean. The dishes were not loaded correctly. See "Loading the dishwasher". The program was not powerful enough. Select a more intensive program (see "Program Guid...

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Problem Possible fault Solution Dishes are not dry, glasses and cutlery are spotted. The rinse aid setting may be too low, or the rinse aid reservoir is empty. Increase the dosage, refill the reservoir or switch the rinse aid product when refilling (...

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Problem Possible fault Solution Glasses have a brown or blue discoloration; film cannot be wiped off. Detergent deposits. Change detergent right away. Glasses are dull and discolored; film cannot be wiped off. Glasses are not dishwasher safe. The sur...

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Repairs In the event of a fault which you cannot correct yourself please contact the Miele Service Department at the phone number on the back of this booklet. ^ Please quote the model type and number of your appliance. These can be found on the data ...

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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...

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User Maintenance Instructions To prevent accidents and appliance damage, read these instructions before installation or use. ...

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Check and clean your dishwasher regularly. This will help avoid faults and problems. , Abrasive cleaning agents, all-purpose cleaners, thinner or ammonium cleaners should not be used on the dishwasher. They will damage the surface. Wash cabinet Gener...

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Triple filter system The triple filter system in the base of the wash cabinet prevents food from being redeposited on dishes. It also protects the circulation pump from damage caused by foreign objects (e.g. broken glass, bones). During normal use, t...

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To clean the inside of the filter, the flap must be opened. ^ Push the clips together a and open the flap b. ^ 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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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 p...

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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 "Tr...

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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 w...

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Disposal of the packing material The cardboard box and packaging protect the appliance during shipping. These materials are biodegradable and recyclable. Please recycle. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out...

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, Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. Check that the voltage, frequency and fuse rating shown on the data plate match the household mains supply. The power outlet must be accessible after installation. Do n...

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Hardwired electrical connection It is possible to hardwire this appliance to an existing power cable. , CAUTION: Before servicing, disconnect the power supply by either removing the fuse, shutting off the power main or manually "tripping" t...

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Connection to the water supply , Installation, repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. , Do not drink water from the dishwasher! – The dishwasher can heat its own water to the temperature required by the wash program. This...

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Drainage – The machine comes equipped with a built-in non-return valve on the discharge side to prevent waste water from flowing back into the dishwasher. – The dishwasher is equipped with a 5 ft (1.5 m) flexible drain hose with an internal diame...

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Alteration rights reserved / 4711 G5170/G5175 / INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE REFER TO OUR WEBSITE TO OBTAIN THE MOST CURRENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS, TECHNICAL & WARRANTY INFORMATION. M.-Nr. 09 016 320 / 03 ...