Miele Clothes Dryer T8002 User Manual

Operating and Installation  
Instructions  
Vented Dryer  
T 8002  
T 8003  
T 8005  
To prevent accidents  
and machine damage  
read these instructions  
before  
UV  
installation or use.  
M.-Nr. 06 879 010  
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Do not repair or replace any part of  
the appliance or attempt any  
servicing unless specifically  
recommended in these operating  
instructions. Repairs to electrical  
appliances should only be performed  
by qualified personnel. Incorrectly  
repaired machines may pose a  
considerable risk to the user.  
,WARNING - To reduce the risk of  
fire, electric shock, or injury to  
persons when using your appliance,  
follow basic precautions, including  
the following:  
Read all instructions before using  
the appliance.  
Do not dry articles that have been  
previously cleaned, washed,  
soaked or spotted with gasoline,  
dry-cleaning solvents or other  
flammable or explosive substances.  
They may give off vapors that could  
ignite or explode.  
Do not use heat to dry articles  
containing foam rubber or similarly  
textured rubber-like materials. Items  
containing hair spray, nail polish  
remover or similar substances, wax or  
chemicals from buffing should also not  
be dried with heat.  
Do not allow children to play on or  
in the appliance. Close supervision  
is necessary when the appliance is  
used near children. Always close the  
door after use to prevent child hazards.  
Clean the lint filter before or after  
each load.  
Keep the area around the air intake  
(toekick) and adjacent surrounding  
areas free from lint, dust and dirt.  
Before this appliance is removed  
for service or discarded, remove  
the door to the drying compartment.  
The interior of the machine and  
exhaust duct should be cleaned  
periodically by qualified personnel.  
Do not reach into the dryer if the  
drum is moving.  
Do not place items exposed to oils  
in your dryer. Items contaminated  
with oils may contribute to a chemical  
reaction that could cause the laundry to  
catch fire.  
Do not install or store this  
appliance where it will be exposed  
to the weather.  
Do not tamper  
with the controls.  
This dryer is intended for  
residential use only!  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
This appliance must be grounded.  
In the event of malfunction or  
breakdown, grounding will reduce the  
risk of electric shock by providing a  
path of least resistance for electric  
current.  
This appliance is equipped with a cord  
having an equipment-grounding  
conductor and a grounding plug. The  
plug must be inserted into a  
appropriate outlet that is properly  
installed and grounded in accordance  
with all local codes and ordinances.  
WARNING – Improper connection  
of the equipment grounding  
conductor can result in a risk of electric  
shock. Contact a qualified electrician if  
you are in doubt as to whether the  
appliance is properly grounded.  
Do not modify the plug provided  
with the appliance: if it will not fit  
the outlet, have a proper outlet installed  
by a qualified electrician.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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Control panel  
a e- "Programs" buttons  
g "Start/Stop" button  
For selecting a drying program.  
Starts and stops a program.  
Interrupts a program when pressed.  
b "Options" buttons  
Flashes during program selection  
and lights once the program starts.  
For selecting a drying option.  
c "Dryness" button  
h "Door" button  
For selecting the dryness level of the  
finished laundry.  
Opens the door when the program  
has finished. If the dryer is on, the  
drum interior will light when the door  
is opened. If the door is left open, the  
light will go off after a few minutes to  
save energy.  
d "Status" display  
Shows the current cycle of the drying  
program.  
i "On/Off" button  
e "Buzzer" button  
Turns power to the machine on and  
off.  
When selected, a buzzer will sound  
at the end of the program.  
f "FAULT" indicators  
An illuminated indicator will alert you  
if the child lock has been activated  
or if a fault occurred.  
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Before loading the dryer  
Program recommendations  
The dryer must be correctly installed  
and connected before the first use.  
Please refer to the "Installation  
Instructions".  
Normal  
– Cottons and Permanent Press blends  
Wrinkle-free  
^ Before using for the first time, clean  
the drum with a cloth.  
– Permanent Press:  
select the Hand Iron dryness level  
and reduce the load size for best  
drying results  
Before drying, check fabric care  
labels for special drying instructions.  
– Delicate fabrics, such as polyester:  
select the Gentle option to reduce  
creasing  
q Dry with normal temperature  
r Dry with low temperature  
(select "Gentle" option)  
s Do not dry in a tumble dryer  
– Pure linen and down filled items  
– Do not overload the drum!  
Woolens  
Overloading the dryer will result in  
poor drying results and wrinkling.  
– Wool and wool blends  
Knitted fabrics and flannel tend to  
shrink when washed and dried for  
the first time. Do not over dry these  
fabrics.  
Smooth  
– Linen  
– Permanent Press (cottons, blends  
and synthetics)  
To prevent discoloration, do not dry  
new, dark-colored fabrics with  
light-colored items.  
Sturdy  
– Durable Cottons and Permanent  
Press  
– Close zippers and tie up fabric belts  
and apron ties to prevent tangles  
and damage to clothing.  
Fluff / 20 min / 45 min  
– Do not dry items that may melt or  
ignite in the dryer, such as plastics,  
rubber or sneakers.  
– All fabric types  
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Using the dryer  
1. Turn on the dryer and load  
the laundry  
2. Select a program  
^ Press the "On/Off" button to turn on  
the dryer.  
^ Press the "Door" button to open the  
door.  
^ Load the laundry loosely into the  
drum.  
^ Make sure the lint filters are in place.  
^ Close the door with a firm swing - do  
not push it shut.  
For best results use liquid fabric  
softener when washing laundry.  
^ Press the e or - button until the  
desired program indicator lights.  
To prevent fabric damage, check  
that laundry will not be caught in the  
closed door.  
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Using the dryer  
Program  
When to use  
Note  
Normal Available drying options: Turbo, Full load, Gentle, Anti-crease  
Extra Dry  
Multi-layer, mixed loads of sturdy cottons, The "Extra Dry" program should not be  
e.g. jeans, towels.  
selected for jersey materials.  
Items may shrink.  
More Dry  
Normal  
Uniform loads of cottons,  
e.g. sheets, underwear, socks.  
-
Knitted items that may shrink,  
If items are still damp, dry again using  
e.g. jersey material or lightweight cottons. "More Dry".  
Less Dry  
Hand Iron  
Cotton or linen fabrics to be left damp for  
ironing.  
-
If fabrics are too damp, dry again using  
"Less Dry".  
Rotary Iron  
Cotton or linen fabrics which will be ironed To prevent moisture loss, roll up the  
with a rotary iron.  
laundry until ready to iron.  
Wrinkle-free Available drying options: Turbo, Gentle, Anti-crease  
More Dry  
Synthetic permanent press items  
e.g. pants and shirts.  
-
Normal  
Permanent press and blended fabrics,  
e.g. cotton/synthetic.  
Less Dry  
Permanent press and blended fabrics  
requiring an ironed finish.  
Reduce load size for fabrics that wrinkle  
easily.  
Special Programs Available drying options: Anti-crease only available in Fluff,  
Sturdy  
Woolens  
Delicate items which allow machine  
drying.  
Remove items immediately at the end of  
the program, while still slightly damp.  
Allow items to air dry.  
Smooth  
Program for reducing creasing of cotton,  
linen or permanent press fabrics made of  
cotton, blends or synthetics.  
-
Sturdy  
Fluff  
Mixed loads of cotton and permanent  
press items.  
-
Individual items to be freshened and  
fluffed with cool air.  
Reduce load size.  
TIMED CYCLES Available drying options: Gentle, Anti-crease  
20 min  
For individual items or very small loads,  
e.g. beach towels, swimsuits.  
-
45 min  
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Using the dryer  
3. Select a drying option  
(if needed)  
OPTIONS  
Turbo  
Fast drying for sturdy fabrics with  
increased temperature and a reduced  
program length.  
Full load  
Select this option for efficient drying of  
a standard size load.  
Gentle  
For drying delicate fabrics at a lower  
temperature with an extended program  
time.  
^ A drying option can be selected or  
deselected with each press of the  
button.  
Anti-crease  
Prevents wrinkles if laundry is not  
removed immediately after the end of a  
program. The drum periodically rotates  
for about 1 hour.  
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Using the dryer  
4. Select the dryness level  
5. Select the buzzer (if desired)  
The dryness level can be selected in  
the "Normal" and "Wrinkle-free"  
^ Press the "Buzzer" button to have a  
tone beep at the end of the program.  
programs. (The dryness level of the  
other programs cannot be adjusted.)  
Indicator light:  
on = buzzer selected  
off = buzzer not selected  
To adjust the buzzer volume:  
– turn the dryer on  
– close the door  
– select a program  
– if the indicator is lit, press the  
"Buzzer" button so the indicator light  
goes out.  
^ Press and hold the "Buzzer" button  
until its indicator is lit and you hear  
the desired volume and tone.  
^ Press the selection button until the  
desired indicator illuminates.  
In the "Wrinkle-free" program, only  
"More Dry", "Normal" and "Less Dry" can  
be selected.  
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Using the dryer  
6. Start the program  
7. At the end of a program  
The "End/Anti-crease" indicator will light  
at the end of a program and the buzzer  
will sound if it was selected.  
If a fault occurred, a "FAULT" indicator  
will light. See "Frequently asked  
questions" for details.  
^ Press the "Start/Stop" button.  
Once the program starts, the current  
cycle of the program will be indicated  
in the "STATUS" display.  
^ Press the "Door" button.  
^ Open the door.  
^ Remove the laundry.  
^ Check that the drum is empty.  
^ Clean the lint filter after each use  
(see "Dryer care").  
^ Close the door.  
^ Press the "On/Off" button to turn off  
the dryer.  
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Using the dryer  
Canceling or changing a  
program  
Adding or removing laundry  
during a program  
^ Press and release the "Start/Stop"  
button to stop the drying program.  
^ Turn off the dryer using the "On/Off"  
button.  
To continue drying:  
^ Press the "Door" button.  
^ Select the new program by pressing  
^ Open the door.  
the e or - button.  
,CAUTION - Do not touch the rear  
of the drum while adding or  
removing items! There is a danger of  
burns due to high temperatures in  
the drum.  
^ Select any desired options.  
^ Select a dryness level (available in  
the "Normal" and "Wrinkle-free"  
programs).  
^ Press and release the "Start/Stop"  
button to start the new program.  
^ Add or remove items.  
^ Close the door.  
^ Turn the dryer back on with the  
"On/Off" button.  
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Child lock  
Child lock  
To deactivate the child lock  
When activated, the child lock prevents Repeat steps 1. to 5.  
the dryer from being operated by  
locking the control panel functions.  
The "Child lock" indicator will go out.  
The control panel is now unlocked.  
The dryer can be turned on but not  
started. The "Child lock" indicator will  
flash.  
6. Turn off the dryer using the "On/Off"  
button.  
The door can be opened.  
To activate the child lock  
1. Make sure the dryer is turned off and  
the door is closed.  
2. Press and hold the "Anti-crease" and  
"DRYNESS" buttons at the same time,  
hold until step 5.  
3. Turn on the dryer with the "On/Off"  
button.  
4. Press the "OPTIONS" button 3 times.  
5. Release the "Anti-crease" and  
"DRYNESS" buttons.  
The "Child lock" indicator will flash and  
the dryer is now locked.  
6. Turn off the dryer using the "On/Off"  
button.  
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Dryer care  
Cleaning the lint filters  
,A clogged filter is a fire hazard!  
The lint filter must be cleaned after  
every program.  
^ Wipe the lint off the filter with your  
hand (do not use sharp objects).  
^ Any lint remaining in the hollow part  
of the door can be removed through  
the gap at the bottom with a dust  
brush or vacuum.  
^ Open the door and remove the lint  
^ Clean the gasket, 2, with a damp  
filter, 1, by gently lifting it upwards.  
cloth.  
^ Return the lint filter and close the  
door.  
The lint filter can be rinsed with hot  
water if necessary. The filter must be  
dried thoroughly before being  
returned to the dryer door.  
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Dryer care  
Cleaning the grille filters  
^ Clean the grille filters in the door  
opening regularly. While the filters are  
removed also clean the opening  
beneath the filters with a dust brush  
or vacuum.  
^ Take the grille filters out by turning  
the knob at the top of the filter, a,  
until it clicks and pull them out, b.  
^ The grille filters can be rinsed with  
hot water if necessary. The filters  
must be dried thoroughly before  
being returned to the door opening.  
^ Any lint remaining in the hollow part  
beneath the grille filters can be  
removed with a dust brush or  
vacuum.  
^ Return the grille filters and make sure