Miele 11677070-00 Tumble Dryer Instruction Manual

Miele 11677070-00 Tumble Dryer

Initial commissioning

  • Before commissioning the tumble dryer for the first time, make sure it has been installed correctly. Connect it correctly. Please read the separate operating instructions supplied with the appliance.
  • Damage caused by switching the appliance on too soon. The heat pump can be damaged. After installing the tumble dryer, wait for at least one hour before starting a drying program.

Switching on the tumble dryer

  • Press the button.
  • The welcome screen will light up.
  • The display will guide you step by step through the initial commissioning process. For further information please refer to the separate operating instructions supplied.

Energy savings

  • Spin the laundry at the maximum spin speed in the washing machine
  • Dry a full load size
  • Keep room temperature not too warm
  • Clean the lint filters

Operation

Touch display and sensor buttons
The and Start/Stop sensor buttons and the sensor buttons in the display react to finger tip contact. The touch display can be scratched by pointed or sharp objects, e.g., pens. Only touch the display with your fingers.

  1. sensor button
    Takes you back one level in a menu.
  2. Touch display
  3. Start/Stop sensor button
    Touching the Start/Stop sensor button starts the selected program or cancels a program that has already been started. The program can be started as soon as the sensor button is flashing on and off. The sensor button lights up constantly once the program has started.
  4. Optical interface
    For Miele Service.
  5. Button
    For switching the tumble dryer on and off. The tumble dryer switches off automatically to save energy. This occurs 15 minutes after the end of the program / Anti-crease phase, or after being switched on if no further selection is made.

Main menu

After switching on the tumble dryer, the main menu will appear in the display. You can access all the important sub-menus from the main menu. Touch the  sensor button at any time to return to the main menu. Values set previously are not saved.

  • Programs
    For selecting drying programs.
  • Favourites
    You can save your own customized drying programs.
  • MobileStart
    With MobileControl you can operate your tumble dryer remotely with the Miele app.
  • Drying Assistant
    The Drying assistant guides you step by step so that you can select the optimum drying program for your laundry.
  • Settings
    You can alter the tumble dryer’s electronics to suit changing requirements in the Settings menu.
  • Options
    Touch an option in the menu to select it. If there are multiple options, the selected option will be highlighted in orange.
  • Pull-down menu
    Touch the top edge of the screen in the middle and drag down with your finger.

Operating the touch display

Scrolling
You can scroll to the right or the left by swiping your finger across the screen. The orange scroll bar under the pictures shows that there are additional options to choose from.

Drying

Preparing the laundry

Damage due to foreign objects which were not removed from the laundry. Foreign objects can melt, burn, or explode.

  • Ensure that any foreign objects (e.g., detergent dispensing balls, loose bra wires, lighters) have been removed from the laundry.
  • Fasten duvet covers and pillow cases to prevent small items from becoming rolled up inside them.

Loading the tumble dryer

Do not overload the drum. Overloading can give a disappointing drying result and cause unnecessary wear and tear to the laundry. It can also cause more creasing.

  1. Condensed water container
  2. Door
  3. Control panel
  4. Plinth filter flap
  5. Cold air intake grille

Selecting a program

  • Touch the Programs sensor button
  • Scroll to the right in the display until the program you want appears.
  • Touch the sensor button for that program.
  • You can change the drying level or the Duration.

The display will change to the Overview menu. There are 3 further ways of selecting a program.

  1. Favourites
  2. Drying assistant
  3. MobileStart

Selecting program settings

Useful tip: The condensed water container must be filled to use certain programs.

Selecting the drying level
Drying levels can be selected for certain programs as per the “Program overview” table.

  • Touch the Drying level sensor button.
  • Scroll in the display until the drying level you want appears.
  • Touch the sensor button for the drying level.

End of program

The program is finished when Finished/Anticrease appears in the display. The Start/ Stop sensor button will no longer light up.

  • 10 minutes after the end of the program, the Start/Stop sensor button will begin to flash slowly and the display will go out.
  • The tumble dryer switches off automatically. Do not open the tumble dryer door before the end of the program.
  • Open the door.
  • Remove the laundry. Items left in the tumble dryer could be damaged by overdrying when the dryer is used the next time.
  • Always remove all items from the drum.

If the tumble dryer is switched on at the power supply and the door is opened, the drum lighting will come on. The drum lighting will go out after a few minutes to save energy.

  • Switch the tumble dryer off with the button.
  • Clean the lint filters.
  • Close the tumble dryer door.
  • Empty the condensed water container.

Emptying the condensed water container
Empty the condensed water container after every drying program.

  • The Empty the container or check the drain. indicator will light up if the maximum level of the condensed water container is reached.
  • Open and close the door to deactivate this message.
  • Remove the condensed water container.
  • To prevent water running out, hold the condensed water container by the front panel and at the back to keep it in a horizontal position.
  • Empty the condensed water container.
  • Replace the condensed water container in the dryer.

Filling the condensed water container
The condensed water container must be filled to the -min- marker for the SoftSteam program. With the condensed water draining externally, the condensed water container is empty. Only fill with commercially available condensed water.

To stop the spray jet becoming calcified, only fill with tap water in exceptional circumstances.

Fragrance Dos

Useful tip: This tumble dryer has 2 sockets for inserting fragrance capsules. You can use one or both sockets to give your laundry a pleasant scent. Close the unused socket. Before using a fragrance capsule, please read “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – Using a fragrance capsule (optional accessory)” and “Fragrance capsule” in the operating instructions.

Inserting a fragrance capsule

Turn the outer ring clockwise a little. Marker must be in position.

Setting the fragrance intensity

  • The further you turn the outer ring of the fragrance capsule clockwise, the more intense the fragrance.

Closing the fragrance capsule

  • Turn the outer ring counterclockwise until marker is in position.

Removing the fragrance capsule

Turn the outer ring until marker is in position.

  • Remove the fragrance capsule.
  • To prevent any fragrance running out of the capsule, do not lay it down on any surface. Only store the fragrance capsule in its original packaging.

Program overview

Garment care label symbols

Cleaning and care

Lint filters
Removing visible lint
Clean the 2 lint filters in the door opening at the end of every program. Remove the fragrance capsule.

  • Push the upper lint filter back into position until it clicks.
  • Close the door.

Cleaning the lint filters and air flow openings thoroughly

If the drying duration has become longer or the surface of the filters is visibly compacted with lint, you should carry out the following cleaning procedure.

  • Pull the upper lint filter forward to remove it.
  • Rinse the lint filters through with warm running water.
  • Shake the lint filters thoroughly and then dry them carefully. Ensure the filters are dry before replacing them.
  • Refit all of the lint filters and close the door.

Plinth filter

Clean the plinth filter when the program cycle time is longer than usual. Clean it whenever the Clean the lint and plinth filters. See the Operating Instructions. message lights up too. Confirm with OK to clear the message.

  • Press the round, indented area on the flap to open it.
  • Pull the plinth filter out by the handle.
  • The right-hand guide pin comes out when the plinth filter is removed. The guide pin prevents the flap from closing without the plinth filter.
  • Pull the handle out of the plinth filter.
  • Clean the plinth filter thoroughly under running water.
  • Squeeze the plinth filter very carefully several times as you rinse it.
  • Rinse the plinth filter until all visible residues have been removed.
  • Use a damp cloth to remove any lint.

Refitting the plinth filter

  • Fit the plinth filter back on the handle. Make sure it is the correct way round
  • Push the plinth filter in completely. This will push in the right-hand guide pin at the same time.
  • Close the flap.

Frequently asked questions

Problem Possible cause and solution
000 lights up after switching on Access via a PIN code has been activated.

■  You must enter the correct PIN code to use the tumble dryer. See “Settings – PIN Code” in the operating instructions.

 Empty the container or check the drain. lights up after a program has been

cancelled

 The condensed water container is full or there is a kink in the drain hose.

■  Open and close the door with the tumble dryer switched on to clear the fault. Or switch the tumble dryer off and then on again.

■  Empty the condensed water container.

■  Check the drain hose.

 Clean the lint and plinth

filters. See the Operating Instructions. lights up at the end of a program

 There is a build-up of lint.

■  To deactivate the message, confirm with OK.

■  See “Cleaning and care” in the operating instructions.

■  Clean the lint filter.

■  Clean the plinth filter.

 Clean the lint filter. Check the airways. lights up after a program has been

cancelled

 There is a blockage due to a build-up of lint.

■  See “Cleaning and care” in the operating instructions.

■  To deactivate the message, turn the program selector to the  position.

■  Clean the lint filter.

■  Clean the plinth filter.

■  Clean the air flow openings.

■  Clean the heat exchanger.

 Fill condensate container

with water

 The condensed water container is empty. Water is taken and recycled from the condensed water container when certain programs are being used.

■  To deactivate the message, confirm with OK.

■  Fill the condensed water container to at least the

―min― marker.

Finished/Cooling Down The laundry will be cooled down at the end of the program.

■  Either remove the laundry and spread it out to cool down or leave it in the tumble dryer to cool down during the cooling phase.

Problem Possible cause and solution
The display is in a different language A different language has been selected in “Settings, Language ”.

■  Set the language you want. The flag symbol will guide you.

The display remains dark, and the sensor button does not light up or flash There is no power to the tumble dryer.

■  Check whether the plug is plugged in.

■  Check whether the fuse has tripped.

The tumble dryer has switched off automatically to save energy.

■  Switch the tumble dryer on.

The laundry is not sufficiently dry The load consisted of different types of fabric.

■  Finish drying using the Time Dry program.

■  Select a more suitable program next time.

Items made of synthetic fibres are charged with static electricity after drying Items made of synthetic fibres can become charged with static electricity in the tumble dryer.

■  Static charge can be reduced by adding a fabric softener to the final rinse in the washing program.

Lint is caused by tumble drying Lint is principally the result of friction when garments are being worn and to some extent when they are being washed. Tumble drying hardly causes any lint to form. Lint is collected by the lint filters and the plinth filter.

■  See “Cleaning and care” in the operating instructions.

You can hear operating noises

(buzzing / humming)

 This is not a fault.

The compressor (heat pump) is operating. Or you have selected a program which sprays condensed water into the drum.

■  No action required.

This Quick Start Guide is not a substitute for the operating instructions supplied with the appliance! It is essential to familiarize yourself with the tumble dryer before using it for the first time. Please read the operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.