Miele EXCELLA G 2630 SCI, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...Operating instructions Excella Series G 2630 SCi To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use UV M Nr 06 696 110 ...

Page 2: ...6 Adding rinse aid 16 Rinse aid refill message 17 Loading the dishwasher 18 Items not recommended for dishwashing 19 Split cutlery tray 20 Upper basket 21 Removable spike insert 21 Adjusting the upper basket 24 Lower basket 25 Basket accessories 28 Use 29 Adding detergent 30 Turning on 31 Selecting a program 31 Program guide 32 Use 34 Selecting Options 34 Starting a program 35 Time display 35 At t...

Page 3: ... sales service 57 Transport 58 User Maintenance Instructions 59 Cleaning and Care 60 Triple filter system 61 Cleaning the spray arms 63 Cleaning the water inlet filter 64 Cleaning the drain pump and non return valve 65 Installation instructions 67 Help to protect the environment 68 Electrical connection 69 Plumbing 70 Connection to the water supply 70 Drainage 71 Contents 3 ...

Page 4: ...amage Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt Before installation or service disconnect the power supply to the work area by unplugging the unit tripping the circuit breaker or removing the fuse Do not use an extension cord to connect this appliance to electricity Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance e g danger of overheating Be certain your appliance is proper...

Page 5: ...e connected to the mains with the plug no hard wiring The outlet must be accessible at all times after installation to disconnect the dishwasher WARNING Fire hazard Do not cover or crush the plug of the appliance Ensure that the cabinet opening for the dishwasher provides ample space for the plug Installing the dishwasher in a tight space may crimp the power cord or put pressure on the plug which ...

Page 6: ...ay from the door to prevent damage to the seal Load sharp items pointing downwards to prevent injuries Only use detergents and rinse aids recommended for residential dishwashers Keep all detergents and rinse aids out of the reach of children Do not inhale or swallow detergents Dishwasher detergents contain irritant and corrosive ingredients They can cause burning in the mouth and throat if swallow...

Page 7: ...basket d Middle spray arm e Air inlet for drying depending on model f Lower spray arm g Filter combination h Data plate i Child Safety Lock in the door handle not visible j Rinse aid reservoir k Dual compartment detergent dispenser l Salt container Guide to the dishwasher 7 ...

Page 8: ...o about the displayed menu d Display See the following pages for more information e Selection buttons e To highlight selections in the display to change displayed values and to scroll between menus f OK button To confirm the highlighted menu or selected value g Start button with indicator To start the selected wash program h s On Off button To turn the dishwasher on and off Guide to the dishwasher...

Page 9: ...hese messages or settings press OK and the display switches to the next menu or to another menu level To select a menu highlight the selection with the selection buttons and confirm with OK The symbols in the left column of the Settings J menu show which submenu is displayed The arrows on the right side in the display show that more selections or text are available and can be displayed with e The ...

Page 10: ... is connected to hot water select Energy Saver when washing light to normally soiled dishware The water will not be heated therefore the dishes may be more wet at the end of this program than when using other programs Make full use of the baskets without overloading for the most economical washing Use the correct amount of detergent and rinse aid When using powder or gel detergent reduce the amoun...

Page 11: ...the program will restart To close the door Push the baskets in Lift the door and push until it clicks into place Child Safety Lock The Child Safety Lock is designed to prevent children from opening the dishwasher To lock the door push the slider below the door grip to the right To unlock the door push the slider to the left Before using for the first time 11 ...

Page 12: ...k The display changes automatically to the time of day setting 12 00 Set the time of day Select the hours with the e buttons and confirm with OK Repeat setting the minutes The settings will be saved after the first wash program has finished After confirming the minutes the Refill salt and Refill rinse aid messages might show Confirm with OK and the display changes to the main menu Normal Pots Pans...

Page 13: ...wer than 4 d 4 gr gal US you do not need to add water softener salt The Insufficient salt message will turn off automatically For best results use salt when using 3 in 1 tabs When selecting the 3 in 1 detergent setting the salt dosage is reduced to 1 3 1 4 of the normal amount Checking the water hardness The water hardness is measured by the sensor can be displayed See Settings J Water hardness Ex...

Page 14: ...nly to refill salt Important The salt container must be filled with 2 quarts 2 l of water before adding salt for the first time Water does not have to be added with subsequent refills Place the provided funnel over the salt container Carefully fill with salt The salt container holds approx 4 5 lbs 2 kg of salt As it is filled water will run out Clean any excess salt from the threads of the contain...

Page 15: ...shed Confirm with OK The message will clear from the display After the container has been filled the water softener is automatically reactivated the next time the dishwasher is started The Refill salt message will show again during this process Confirm again with OK Before using for the first time 15 ...

Page 16: ...rinse aid Press the button in the direction of the arrow until the flap springs open Pour liquid rinse aid into the reservoir until it its visible on the surface of the screen The rinse aid reservoir holds approx 3 7 oz 110 ml of liquid Press on the flap until you hear it click shut Failure to close it all the way allows water to enter the reservoir during the wash program Clean any spilled rinse ...

Page 17: ...ll be enough rinse aid left for 2 3 washes Refill rinse aid after the program has finished If the 2 in 1 or 3 in 1 function is selected the Refill rinse aid will not come on See Settings J Detergent Confirm with OK The message will clear from the display Before using for the first time 17 ...

Page 18: ...e that all items are securely positioned Hollow items such as cups and glasses should be placed upside down in the baskets To ensure good water coverage tall narrow and hollow items i e vases or champagne glasses should be placed in the center of the basket rather than in the corners Concave based items such as mugs or bowls should be placed at an angle so that water does not pool The spray arms m...

Page 19: ... glasses and cutlery make sure they are dishwasher safe Only wash items marked dishwasher safe in the dishwasher If fine glassware is washed in the dishwasher select the China Crystal program This will reduce the risk of clouding Silver and aluminum Silver or aluminum items may tarnish Silverware previously cleaned with a silver polish may be damp or spotted at the end of a program where water has...

Page 20: ... prongs between the holders Spoons should be placed in the opposite direction with the handles between the holders The upper spray arm must not be blocked by tall cutlery items The inserts of the cutlery tray can be removed Single inserts can be removed to make room for tall items in the upper basket Spoons with thick handles may have to be placed as knives and forks with their heads in the holder...

Page 21: ...t bowls and flat pans Long items such as soup ladles mixing spoons and long knives should be placed lying down across the front of the upper basket Removable spike insert The spike insert can be removed to create more space for larger items e g a saucepan Removing an insert a To remove an insert gently pull up on the handle Inserting an insert b Slide the hitches of the insert under the vertical s...

Page 22: ...up rack can be adjusted in two levels Pull the cup rack upwards and let it engage at the desired height Coffee bar depending on model Glasses can be leaned against the coffee bar for a secure stand The bar can also be used to separate two rows of glasses To stack wide items flip the bar to the right Loading the dishwasher 22 ...

Page 23: ...he glassware rail is designed for a secure stand of tall glasses and stemmed glassware Flip the bar down to lean tall glasses on it If necessary take out a part of the cutlery tray to make room for tall glasses Loading the dishwasher 23 ...

Page 24: ...e care when sliding the basket in and out in this position Slide out the upper basket Pull up the levers at the sides of the upper basket and adjust the basket height Release the levers and the basket will lock in place Depending on the setting of the upper basket a variety of plate dimensions can be accommodated For example If the upper basket is in its highest position a plate with a diameter of...

Page 25: ...Lower basket For larger and heavier items such as plates serving platters saucepans bowls etc Loading the dishwasher 25 ...

Page 26: ...in the cut outs of the cup rest PlateGuard Plus with StemGuard Removing an insert a To remove an insert gently pull up on the handle Inserting an insert b Insert the long comfort insert on the left and the short one in the rear right Slide the hitches of the insert under the vertical struts of the lower basket Push down on the handle to snap the insert into position Loading the dishwasher 26 ...

Page 27: ...h the latch towards the basket b Vase Bottle holder The vase bottle holder e g for vases and baby bottles can be inserted into the lower basket as shown in the illustration If placed anywhere else water will not reach all surfaces The bottle will not be properly cleaned Loading the dishwasher 27 ...

Page 28: ... stemmed glassware attaches to the upper basket Cappuccinatore insert GCEO To wash the parts of the Cappuccinatore Multi function basket GMFO To wash saucers baby bottles and small items Tall glassware insert GGU To wash a large number of glasses attaches to the lower basket Large diameter plate insert GTLU 35 To wash plates with a diameter up to 14 attaches to the lower basket Basket accessories ...

Page 29: ...er Only use detergents formulated for domestic dishwashers Use only the recommended amount of detergent Continued use of too much detergent may cause machine damage You can use powder gel or tab detergents Follow the dosage information on the detergent packaging See Settings Detergent for more information on detergent usage Detergent tabs are not recommended for use with the program Short The tabs...

Page 30: ...Add detergent to compartment II and close the flap If a Pre rinse is desired and available for your chosen program add 1 teaspoon 5 ml of detergent to compartment I The horizontal marks in compartment II indicate the levels of approximately 1 and 2 tablespoons 20 and 30 ml respectively Compartment I holds a maximum of 2 teaspoons 10 ml Use 30 ...

Page 31: ...selected program is displayed See Settings J Memory Normal Pots Pans China Crystal e Selecting a program Choose your program according to the type of load and soiling The Program guide describes the programs and using Information about the selected program can be displayed by pressing the K button Select the desired program and confirm with OK The display changes to the program menu Sensor Wash Du...

Page 32: ...r refilling salt includes sensor controlled GlassCare not suitable for detergent tabs Run time 30 min X X X Sensor Wash Sensor controlled program for normally soiled dishware Run time 123 min as re quired X X as required X X Economy For normally soiled dishware energy saving program with a long soaking time and a low temperature includes sensor controlled GlassCare Run time 95 min X X X X Heavy So...

Page 33: ...plastic toys Run time 115 min X X X X X Large items soiled For extra large heat resistant items e g large vases Run time 103 min X X X X X Large items normal For extra large items sensitive to high temperatures e g large plastics Run time 98 min X X X X X Glassware no rinse aid To wash glassware without detergent and rinse aid rinse cycle with warm water Run time 50 min X X X Glassware cold For a ...

Page 34: ...oak stubborn soiling When using powder detergent fill approx 1 teaspoon 5 g of detergent in detergent compartment I Extended drying To enhance drying of odd shaped dishware and plastic items f Back A Extended drying L Select the desired option and confirm with OK The selected options are marked with a L check The display changes to the program menu Repeat the process for more options To deselect a...

Page 35: ...es During the running program the remaining time shows in the time display The running time for the same program may vary depending on the intake water temperature load size and soiling When a program is selected for the first time a time is shown which equals an average program running time with cold water The time values in the program guide correspond to the program running times with standard ...

Page 36: ...ty until turned off with the s button If the dishwasher is not used for a longer period of time e g vacationing turn off the water supply Interrupting a program A program is interrupted as soon as the door is opened If the door is closed the program will continue from where it was interrupted Open the door with care The water in the dishwasher is hot Danger of scalding Before closing the door agai...

Page 37: ...rogram has already started and you wish to change it Sensor Wash Rinse 1 30 h Cancel Select Cancel and confirm with OK The program is canceled Sensor Wash End Back A Select Back and confirm with OK The display changes to the program menu Select and start the desired program as usual Use 37 ...

Page 38: ...e last selected Start time and the program end time The indicator d lights 12 00 Start time 8 00pm End 9 32pm Select the desired Start time Holding the button automatically increases or decreases the time The end time will be automatically adjusted Confirm with OK The display changes to the program menu Press the Start button Sensor Wash Start at 8 00 pm Cancel The program name and the Start time ...

Page 39: ...nfirm with OK The display changes into the menu Settings J Select the desired submenu and confirm with OK The selected options in the submenus are marked with a check L Language J The display contents can be shown in different languages The displayed language can be changed in the submenu Language J Select the desired language and confirm with OK The flag behind the word Language J serves as a gui...

Page 40: ... in 1 and 3 in 1 tabs The program cycle sequence will be adjusted for the selected detergent Depending on the program the program running time could increase Powder When using powder detergent salt and rinse aid must be added for best results See Filling the salt container and Rinse aid for more info The rinse aid refill message is activated Gel When using gel detergent salt and rinse aid should b...

Page 41: ...rgent and confirm with OK Water hardness The dishwasher is equipped with a sensor softener which automatically detects the hardness of your tap water After plumbing the dishwasher and finishing a program e g Rinse Hold the water hardness is displayed in the menu Water hardness Press OK to go back to the Settings J menu External water softener If the dishwasher is connected to an external water sof...

Page 42: ...ning and Care Triple filter system for more information Adjust Sensor Wash The Sensor Wash program can be adjusted to clean stubborn but normal soiling Select Yes and confirm with OK Reorganize program list k The order of the programs in the program list can be reorganized The three most frequently used programs can be saved to the first three positions C Back A k 1 Normal 2 Pots Pans e Select fro...

Page 43: ...se If the dishwasher is turned on while the Child Safety Lock is activated the display shows X Machine locked The lock must be deactivated before the dishwasher can be used As long as the Child Safety Lock is activated the dishwasher is locked every time it is turned on The function is turned off by default Select On and confirm with OK Unlocking the dishwasher Turn the dishwasher on The message M...

Page 44: ...and start a program Heavy Soil Rinse Hold 1 25 h W Cancel Select Wand confirm with OK Select On and confirm with OK The message X Machine locked shows The machine will stay locked until the lock is deactivated To cancel a running program the program lock must first be deactivated Once the program is finished deactivate the lock or turn the dishwasher off and on again before starting a new program ...

Page 45: ...imes in intervals with a brief break in between The buzzer sounds up to one hour if the dishwasher in not turned off Buzzer in case of a fault The buzzer for a fault sounds continuously The buzzer sounds up to two minutes if the dishwasher is not turned off or the fault is fixed The buzzer for a fault cannot be set to off Buzzer volume Two buzzer volumes can be selected or the buzzer can be turned...

Page 46: ...t and confirm with OK Standby Q To save energy the display turns off 10 minutes after a button is pressed The Start indicator flashes To turn the display on again press any button The function is turned off during a running program by default Select the desired option and confirm with OK Memory V The memory function allows you to save the last selected program When turning the dishwasher off and o...

Page 47: ...ash sound The program activates the pumps to demonstrate the wash sound Turning the demo mode on Select the desired option Confirm the message Demo mode Activate with OK Press any button to start the selected demo mode To cancel the demo mode press any button again and confirm with OK Turning the demo mode off Select Off and confirm with OK The display changes into the menu Settings J Factory defa...

Page 48: ... the circuit breaker Make sure it is a 15 A breaker The dishwasher stops during a program The fuse has tripped Reset the circuit breaker Make sure it is a 15 A breaker The buzzer sounds The display shows the following Technical fault FXX Call Technical Service There may be a technical fault Turn the dishwasher off s After a few seconds Turn the dishwasher on Select the desired program with the pro...

Page 49: ...e water supply all the way Fault Water intake FXX Before fixing the fault Turn the dishwasher off s Fault F12 F13 Fault in the water intake Open the water supply all the way and restart the program Clean the water intake filter see User Maintenance Instructions The water pressure at the water connection is lower than 4 35 psi Consult a plumber Frequently asked questions 49 ...

Page 50: ...If the fault is displayed again use a different program The buzzer sounds The display shows the following Fault FXX Drain Before fixing the fault Turn the dishwasher off s Fault F11 Fault in the water drain There might be water in the wash cabinet Clean the triple filter Clean the drain pump and the non return valve See User Maintenance Instructions for more information on the above Remove any kin...

Page 51: ...rly Close the salt container lid If the salt container lid opened during a running program you should also Turn the dishwasher off and on again with the s button Restart the program The display shows the following Middle spray arm blocked or Lower spray arm blocked The middle or lower spray arm is blocked by dishware Open the dishwasher door and rearrange items blocking the spray arms The spray ar...

Page 52: ...hed This is not a fault It is the normal operating mode of the drying system The moisture will evaporate after a short time Water remains in the wash cabinet at the end of a program Before fixing the fault Turn the dishwasher off s The triple filter in the wash cabinet is clogged Clean the triple filter See User Maintenance Instructions The drain pump or the non return valve may be blocked Clean t...

Page 53: ... blocking the spray arms There is a rattling noise in the wash cabinet Items are not secure in the wash cabinet Interrupt the program and rearrange loose pieces There is a knocking noise in the water pipes This may be caused by the installation or the diameter of the pipe This has no effect on the dishwasher If in doubt contact a plumber Frequently asked questions 53 ...

Page 54: ...d Turn the spray arm and rearrange the dishes if necessary The triple filter is clogged or not correctly inserted The spray arm jets might be clogged Clean the filter and insert it correctly see User Maintenance Instructions The drain pump or the non return valve is blocked Wash water will run back into the wash cabinet Clean the drain pump and the non return valve see maintenance instructions Gla...

Page 55: ...n 1 or 3 in 1 is set but another product was used Select the detergent setting to the detergent used See Settings J Detergent White residue is visible on cutlery and dishes clouding occurs on glassware and film can be wiped off Not enough rinse aid was used Increase the dosage see Before using for the first time The salt container is empty Increase the dosage see Before using for the first time Th...

Page 56: ...ure i e Normal Heavy Soil The detergent has a low bleaching effect Use a different detergent Plastics are discolored Natural dyes e g from vegetables may be the cause Not enough detergent was used to break down natural dyes Use more detergent see Adding detergent Discoloration is permanent There are rust stains on cutlery The affected items are not corrosion resistant There is no remedy Only wash ...

Page 57: ...act program gives you the assurance of knowing that your appliance investment is covered by 5 years of worry free ownership MieleCare is the only Extended Service Contract in the industry that guarantees repairs by a Miele Authorized Service Provider using genuine Miele parts Only genuine Miele parts installed by factory trained professionals can guarantee the safety reliability and longevity of y...

Page 58: ...shwasher 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 Residual water in the machine could leak and cause electrical damage Transport 58 ...

Page 59: ...User Maintenance Instructions To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation or use ...

Page 60: ...d from the sides of the dishwasher door These are outside of the wash cabinet and are not cleaned by water from the spray arms Exterior Only use a conditioner suitable for your kitchen cabinetry Clean wood only with a damp cloth and wipe dry Stainless steel surfaces can be cleaned using a non abrasive stainless steel cleaner or with dishwashing detergent and warm water To help prevent resoiling a ...

Page 61: ... takes before the filters need cleaning will vary depending on household The display shows W Check filter after 40 wash cycles default setting The filter check frequency can be set from 30 to 60 cycles See Settings J Filter check Check and clean the triple filter Confirm with OK The display changes to the program menu Cleaning the triple filter Turn off the dishwasher before cleaning Turn the hand...

Page 62: ...er running water Close the flap so that the clip engages Return the filter so it lies flat in the base of the wash cabinet Lock the filter by turning the handle clockwise The triple filter system must be inserted and locked Large particles could get in the circulation system and cause a blockage Cleaning and Care 62 ...

Page 63: ...esent Press the top spray arm up to engage the inner ratchet and unscrew the spray arm Lift up the middle spray arm a to engage the ratchet and unscrew the spray arm b Remove the lower basket Pull the lower spray arm firmly upwards to remove Use a pointed object such as a toothpick to push food particles into the spray arm jets Rinse thoroughly under running water Return the spray arms and check t...

Page 64: ...ater 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 Turn off the water supply Unscrew the intake hose Carefully remove the rubber seal Remove the filter using needle nose pliers and rinse it unde...

Page 65: ...a Pull out the non return valve b and rinse it under running water Remove all foreign objects from the non return valve The drain pump is beneath the non return valve see arrow Remove all foreign objects from the drain pump glass or bone splinters Before returning the non return valve check that the drain pump is not blocked Spin the propeller several times in both directions to check for obstruct...

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Page 67: ...Installation Instructions For installation of the dishwasher please refer to the Installation Sheet supplied with these instructions ...

Page 68: ...f children Danger of suffocation Disposal of an old machine Old appliances may contain materials that can be recycled Please contact your local recycling authority about the possibility of recycling these materials Ensure that the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal Before discarding an old appliance unplug it from the outlet cut off its power cord and remove a...

Page 69: ...least resistance for the electrical current This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in electric shock Do not modify the plug provided with ...

Page 70: ...ter intake temperature is necessary The higher the water intake temperature the better the cleaning and drying results The inlet hose is approx 5 ft 1 5 m long A 5 ft 1 5 m flexible metal hose pressure resistant up to 2030 psi is available The water inlet hose comes equipped with a female hose thread connector This can be directly connected to a water supply with MHT male hose thread ends Water pr...

Page 71: ...pipe for the drain hose is designed for various hose diameters The drain pipe must be shortened if the drain pipe extends too far into the drain hose The drain hose could get clogged The drain hose must not be shortened Make sure the hose is installed without kinking pressure or being pulled Venting the drainage system If the dishwasher drain hose is connected to a floor drain or to a drain pipe t...

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