Owners' Guide Dishwashers
Normal = Normal
Pots = Pots & Pans
Quick = QuickIntenseWash
Sani = SaniWash
Rinse = Rinse & Hold
= Intake/Drainage
= Rinse aid
Express button
Timer button
On/Off buttonEvery dishwasher is tested at the factory. There will be residual water in the machine from this test. It is not an indication that the dishwasher has been used previously.
To open the door, reach under the recessed grip and pull the handle. If the door is opened during operation, all functions are automatically interrupted.
WARNING: Risk of scalding due to hot water. During operation, water in the dishwasher may be very hot. During operation, only open the door with extreme caution.
WARNING: Risk of crushing due to the door closing. When closing the door, you are at risk of shutting your fingers in it. Do not put your hand inside the door as it is closing.
Use the safety lock to prevent children opening the dishwasher door. The door can then only be opened by using a lot of force.
Rinse aid is necessary to ensure that water does not cling and leave marks on dishes during the drying phase, and helps dishes dry faster after they have been washed.
Rinse aid is poured into the reservoir and the amount set is dispensed automatically.
WARNING: Liquid dish soap or detergent can cause damage. Liquid dish soap and detergent can damage the rinse-aid reservoir. Only fill it with rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers.
Alternatively, you could use liquid citric acid at a concentration of up to 10%. The resulting rinsing and drying quality will not, however, be as good as when rinse aid is used.
WARNING: Risk of acid damage. The dishwasher can be damaged by high concentrations of acid. Under no circumstances should you use citric acid with a higher acid content.
If you only ever wish to use combination detergent products in your dishwasher, you do not need to add rinse aid. However, for optimum rinsing and drying results, use dishwasher detergent and add rinse aid separately.
Please make sure that if you stop using combination detergents, you refill the rinse aid. Turn the refill reminder back on if required.
Adding rinse aid
on the lid of the rinse-aid reservoir.The lid will spring open.
The rinse-aid reservoir holds approximately 110 ml
Filling the rinse-aid reservoir
When the refill reminder 
Rinse aid appears in the display, the reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 to 3 programs only.
The rinse-aid refill reminder will go out.
If you only ever use combination detergent products containing rinse aid in your dishwasher, you can turn off the refill reminder if you wish (see “Turning off the refill reminders” under “Options”).
Setting the rinse-aid dosage
You can adjust the rinse-aid dosage for best results. The rinse-aid dosage can be set from 0 to 6 ml. 3 ml is the factory default setting.
The rinse-aid dosage can turn out to be higher than the set value due to the automatic adjustment of the program.
If spots appear on dishes and glassware:
- Increase the rinse-aid dosage.
If clouding or smearing appears on dishes and glassware:
- Decrease the rinse-aid dosage.
button, if it is turned on.
button. Keep the Start button pressed in for at least 4 seconds until the Start indicator light comes on.If this does not happen, start the procedure from the beginning again.
The left program indicator light will flash rapidly 3 times at intervals.
The set value will appear in the display after 
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will start flashing in the time display. Setting 3 is set.
The setting is now saved.
button.
button.The Start indicator light flashes and the indicator light comes on next to the program selected.
Choose your program according to the type of load and the degree of soiling.
The different programs and their uses are described under Program overview.
The indicator light next to the program selected will come on. The program duration will appear in hours and minutes in the display.
You can now select program options (see “Options”).
If any program options are selected, the appropriate indicator lights will also light up.
The duration of the program selected appears in hours and minutes in the display before the program begins. During the program, the time left until the end of the program is displayed.
The displayed duration may vary for the same program. It is influenced by, for example, the temperature of the incoming water, the reactivation cycle of the water softener, the detergent type, the amount of dishware, and how soiled it is.
When a program is selected for the first time, the display will show the average program duration for a cold water connection.
The program durations shown under “Program overview” refer to standard test loads and temperatures.
Each time a program is run, the control module calculates the program duration required depending on the temperature of the water taken into the dishwasher and the amount of dishware.
The dishwasher can only be started if the door is closed.
WARNING: Risk of scalding due to hot water.
During operation, water in the dishwasher may be very hot.
During operation, only open the door with extreme caution.
The program has ended when shows in the display.
The dishwasher can now be opened and unloaded.
The drying fan may continue to run for a few minutes at the end of the program.
WARNING: Risk of damage due to steam. Steam from the dishwasher could damage the edges of delicate countertops when you open the door at the end of the program if the fan is no longer running.
At the end of a program, you can either open the door fully (do not leave it partially open) or leave it closed until you are ready to unload the dishes.
To save energy, the dishwasher will switch off automatically 10 minutes after the last time a button is pressed or after the end of a program.
You can turn the dishwasher back on again with the 
button.
The dishwasher will not turn itself off while a program is running or if there is a fault.
button.Turning the dishwasher off during a program stops the program.
You can also do this to stop an ongoing timer.
WARNING: Risk of damage from leaking water. Leaking water can cause damage. If the dishwasher is not going to be used for a longer period of time, e.g., during vacations, the water supply should be turned off.
Dishes tend to break and chip more easily when they are hot. Allow the dishes to cool until they are comfortable enough to handle before unloading them.
The dishes will cool much faster if you open the door when the program has ended.
A program will be interrupted as soon as the door is opened.
The program will continue from the point at which it was interrupted.
WARNING: Risk of scalding due to hot water. During operation, water in the dishwasher may be very hot. During operation, only open the door with extreme caution.
If a program is canceled, important program stages may be missed. A program should only be canceled in the first few minutes.
If a program has already started and you wish to cancel it, proceed as follows:
button.If you would like to select another program:
button.You can set the start time of a program. The program start time can be delayed for between 30 minutes and 24 hours. With start-time delays between 30 minutes and 3 hours, the delay can be set in 30 minute stages. It is set in hours for periods longer than this.
During manual detergent dispensing, the detergent will clump together if the detergent compartment is not dry, and this may mean it is not fully rinsed out.
When using the timer function, make sure that the detergent compartment is dry before adding detergent. Wipe dry with a cloth first, if necessary. Do not use any liquid detergents. These can leak out.
WARNING: Danger to health due to detergent. To prevent children coming into contact with dishwasher detergent: Do not fill the detergent dispenser until just before starting the program, i.e., before you activate the timer. Use the safety lock to secure the dishwasher door.
Activating the timer
button.The Start indicator light will flash.
timer button.The most recently set time will be shown on the time display. The timer indicator light will light up.
button.If the button 
is pressed and held, the time will increase automatically up to 24 hours. To start again with 0:30 hours, press the button twice.
The Start indicator light will come on
After you have activated the timer, all the displays will turn off after a few minutes to save energy.
Press the 
button to switch the time display back on again for a few minutes.
The time up until the program starts will count down in the display in hours for durations above 10 hours, and in minutes for durations below 10 hours.
At the end of the delay period, the program selected begins automatically. The time left will appear in the time display and the 
timer indicator light will go out.
Starting a program before the time for the timer has elapsed:
A program can be started before the time for the timer has elapsed. Proceed as follows:
button.
button.The program starts. The Start indicator light will come on.
Check the condition of your dishwasher regularly (approx. every 4– 6 months). This helps to avoid faults and problems.
WARNING: Damage due to unsuitable cleaning agents. All surfaces are susceptible to scratching. Contact with unsuitable cleaning agents can alter or discolor all surfaces. Only use cleaning agents formulated for use on the relevant surfaces.
The wash cabinet is largely self-cleaning, provided that the correct amount of detergent is always used.
If, despite this, limescale or grease deposits build up in the cabinet, these can be removed with a proprietary dishwasher cleaner (available from the Miele Customer Service or Miele's online store). Follow the dosage recommended by the manufacturer on the packaging.
The frequent use of low-temperature wash programs increases the risk of contamination and odors inside the wash cabinet. Run the Pots & Pans program once per month to clean the wash cabinet and prevent odors from developing.
The door seal and the sides of the dishwasher door are not accessed and cleaned by the spray arm jets. As a result, mold can develop here.
The control panel should only be wiped with a damp cloth.
WARNING: Damage due to soiling. Soiling that is left too long might become impossible to remove and could cause the external surfaces to alter or discolor. It is therefore best to remove any soiling immediately.
To avoid damaging the external surfaces, do not use the following:
- cleaning agents containing soda, ammonia, acids, or chloride
- cleaning agents containing lime scale remover
- abrasive cleaning agents, such as scouring powder, scouring liquid, or pumice stones
- cleaning agents containing solvents
- stainless-steel cleaning agents
- dishwasher cleaner
- oven cleaner
- glass cleaner
- hard, abrasive brushes or sponges, e.g., pot scourers, brushes, or sponges which have been previously used with abrasive cleaning agents
- eraser sponges
- sharp metal scrapers
- steel wool
- steam cleaners
Particles of food can get stuck in the spray-arm jets and bearings. The spray arms should therefore be inspected regularly (approx. every 2–4 months). Never run a wash program without using the spray arms.
WARNING: Damage due to soiling entering the circulation system. Without filters, soiling can enter the circulation system and cause a blockage. Do not run a wash program without the lower spray arm or without the filters. When cleaning the filters and spray arms, make sure that coarse soiling cannot get into the circulation system.
Removing the cutlery tray (if present)
In order to be able to remove the upper spray arm, you first have to remove the cutlery tray (if present).
and remove the safety clips 
.Removing the upper spray arm
to engage the inner ratchet. Then unscrew the spray arm by rotating the screw thread counterclockwise 
.Removing the middle spray arm
and remove the spray arm 
.Removing the lower spray arm
and pull the spray arm upward to remove 
.Cleaning the spray arms
Reinstalling the spray arms
.WARNING: Damage due to soiling entering the circulation system. The lower spray arm is used to secure the filter combination. Without filters, coarse soiling can enter the circulation system and cause a blockage. Do not run a wash program without the lower spray arm or without the filters.
Inserting the cutlery tray (if present)
The filter combination in the base of the wash cabinet retains coarse soil from the suds solution. This prevents soiling getting into the circulation system and re-entering the wash cabinet through the spray arms.
WARNING: Damage due to soiling entering the circulation system. Without filters, soiling can enter the circulation system and cause a blockage. Do not run a wash program without the lower spray arm or without the filters. When cleaning the filters and spray arms, make sure that coarse soiling cannot get into the circulation system.
The filters can become blocked by soiling that collects over time. The level of soiling and time it takes before the filters need cleaning will vary depending on use.
.WARNING: Damage due to soiling entering the circulation system. The lower spray arm is used to secure the filter combination. Without filters, coarse soiling can enter the circulation system and cause a blockage. Do not run a wash program without the lower spray arm or without the filters.
If water remains in the wash cabinet after the end of a program, the water has not been pumped away. The drain pump may be blocked by foreign objects. These foreign objects are easy to remove.
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The drain pump (see arrow) is underneath the cover.
WARNING: Risk of injury from glass splinters. It is especially difficult to see glass splinters in the drain pump. Take care when cleaning the drain pump.
Ensure that the catch engages correctly.
WARNING: Damage due to incorrect cleaning. The components are delicate and can be damaged during cleaning. Take care when cleaning the drain pump.
With the help of the following guide minor faults in the performance of the machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be remedied without contacting the Service Department.
This guide may help you to find the reason for the fault, and how to correct it.
This section only lists faults that you can remedy yourself. All other faults are shown in Fault FXX.
| Problem | Possible cause and solution |
The control field re mains dark after the dishwasher has been turned on with the  button. | The dishwasher is not plugged in.
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The circuit breaker has tripped.
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| The dishwasher stops during a program. | The circuit breaker has tripped.
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| Problem | Possible cause and solution |
| The display shows a fault number that is not listed below. | There may be a technical fault.
If the indicator lights flash again, there is a technical fault.
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Fault The drain pump may still be running, even with the door open. | The Waterproof system has reacted.
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All of the program se lection indicator lights are flashing. Fault number | Circulation-pump fault.
If the fault message appears again, there is a techni cal fault.
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| Problem | Possible cause and solution |
The  indicator light flashes on and off.  and 173 appear alternately on the time display. | The water supply is turned off.
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The dishwasher stops during a program. The The fault number | Before remedying the fault:
Water-intake fault.
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The dishwasher stops during a program. Fault number | A technical fault has occurred.
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| Problem | Possible cause and solution |
The dishwasher stops during a program. Fault number | Before remedying the fault:
Water-drainage fault. There might be water in the wash cabinet.
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| Problem | Possible cause and solution |
| The indicator lights and time display are dark. | The dishwasher has turned off automatically to save energy.
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| Detergent residue is left in the detergent compartment at the end of a program. | The detergent compartment was still damp when detergent was added.
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| The detergent compartment lid cannot be closed. | Residual detergent is blocking the catch.
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| At the end of a program there is a film of moisture on the inside of the door and possibly on the interior cabinet walls. | This is part of the normal function of the drying system. The moisture will dissipate after a short time. |
| Water remains in the wash cabinet at the end of a program. | Before remedying the fault:
The filter combination in the wash cabinet is clogged.
The drain pump is blocked.
The drain hose is kinked.
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| Problem | Possible cause and solution |
| There is a knocking noise in the wash cabinet. | A spray arm is knocking against a wash item.
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| There is a rattling noise in the wash cabinet. | Wash items are not secure in the wash cabinet.
There is a foreign object (e.g., glass shard) in the
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| Knocking noise in the water pipes | This may be caused by the on-site installation or them crosssection of the piping.
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| Problem | Possible cause and solution |
| The dishes are not clean. | The dishes were not loaded correctly.
The program was not powerful enough.
Not enough detergent was dispensed during manual
Items are blocking the path of the spray arms.
The filter combination in the wash cabinet is not clean or was incorrectly installed. This may have caused the spray-arm jets to become blocked.
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| There are streaks on glassware and utensils. There is a bluish sheen on the surface ofglass-ware. The film can be wiped off. | The rinse-aid dosage is set too high.
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| The dishware is not dry or utensils and glasses are flecked. | The rinse-aid dosage is set too low or the rinse-aid reservoir is empty.
The dishware was taken out of the wash cabinet too soon.
dishwasher” under “Operation”). The duration of the drying phase for the selected program is not sufficient for the dishware (particularly for plastic dishware).
tra Dry” under “Options”). You have used combination products that have insufficient drying performance.
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| Glassware has a brown or blue tinge. The film cannot be wiped off. | Ingredients from the detergent have formed a deposit.
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| Glassware is dull and discolored. The film cannot be wiped off. | The glassware is not dishwasher-safe. The surface
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| Tea or lipstick stains have not been completely removed. | The wash temperature of the selected program was too low.
The bleaching effect of the detergent is too low.
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| Plastic parts are discolored. | Natural dyes, e.g., from carrots, tomatoes, or ketchup may be the cause. The amount of detergent used or its bleaching effect was not sufficient to deal with natural dyes.
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| White residue is visible on the dishes. Clouding has occurred on glassware and utensils. The film can be wiped off. | The rinse-aid dosage is set too low.
Unsuitable combination detergents were used.
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| There are rust stains on the utensils. | The affected items are not corrosion resistant.
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Reference file: Miele G 4948 SCU AM Pre-finished, full-size dishwasher
Additionally, the document applies to other Miele models: HG05
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