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Miele 600 - page 1
Operating instructions for Washing machine Distinction 600 To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 07 617 030 e n-G B ...
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Miele 600 - page 2
Disposal of the packing material The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation! Rather than just throw ...
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Miele 600 - page 3
Caring for our environment .........................................2 Warning and Safety instructions .....................................6 Description of the machine .........................................1 0 Control panel .....................................................1 0 Before using for the first time .................................. ...
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Miele 600 - page 4
Changing the programme sequence .................................2 6 Cancelling a programme ............................................2 6 Interrupting a programme ...........................................2 6 Changing a programme ............................................2 6 Skipping a programme stage ........................................2 ...
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Miele 600 - page 5
After sales service ................................................4 2 Future updates (PC) .............................................4 2 Appliance guarantee ............................................4 2 Optional spare parts and accessories ...............................4 2 Installation and connection ........................................4 ...
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Miele 600 - page 6
This washing machine conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the washing machine, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its installation, safety, u ...
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Miele 600 - page 7
Technical safety ~ Before setting up the washing machine, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install or use a damaged washing machine. ~ Before connecting the washing machine, ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and connected load) match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electr ...
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Miele 600 - page 8
~ This washing machine may only be used in mobile installations such as ships if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer. ~ Do not make any alterations to the washing machine, unless authorised to do so by Miele. Correct use ~ Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below f ...
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Miele 600 - page 9
~ Textiles which have been pre- treated in solvent based cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine. ~ Never use solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing benzene, in this machine, as this may result in damage to component parts and create toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a fire and expl ...
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Miele 600 - page 10
Control panel a Start button Starts the wash programme. b Additional option buttons Additional options can be added to the basic programme. Use the top button to select either the Short , Pre-wash ,o r Soak option. Use the lower button to select the Water plus option. Indicator light on = option selected Indicator light off = option not selected c ...
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Miele 600 - page 11
Before using the machine for the first time ensure that it is correctly installed and connected. See "Installation and connection". Also check that the drain filter is securely tightened. Otherwise there is a risk of water leakage during use. This washing machine has undergone a thorough functional test in the factory and there will be so ...
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Miele 600 - page 12
Energy and water consumption – Water consumption and energy usage are determined by the size of the load. To make the most out of your machine, load the maximum dry load for the programme you are using. – Use the Automatic and Express programmes for small loads. – When smaller amounts of laundry are washed using the Cottons programmes, the au ...
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Miele 600 - page 13
Brief instructions The headings numbered A , B , C ,... show the operating sequence and can be used as brief instructions. A Sort the laundry ^ Empty all pockets. , Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to garments and components in the machine. ^ Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should be cleaned as soon as possibl ...
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B Switch on the washing machine C Load the drum ^ Press the Door button to open the drum door. ^ Unfold the laundry and load loosely in the drum. Mixing both large and small items gives better wash results and also helps distribute the load evenly during spinning. The most efficient use of energy and water is achieved when a full load is washed. Do ...
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Miele 600 - page 15
E Select additional option(s) Each press of the top button selects the additional options in the following order: Short , Pre-wash , Soak , no selection. Use the lower button to select the Water plus option. ^ Select the option you want. Not all the additional options are suitable for every programme. You can only select additional options which ar ...
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Miele 600 - page 16
G Add detergent It is important to dispense the correct amount, becaus e... . . . too little detergent results in: – Laundry not getting properly clean and with time it may become grey and hard to the touch. – Greasy particles clinging to the laundry. – Limescale deposits on the heater elements. . . . too much results in: – Excessive foam w ...
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Miele 600 - page 17
H Start the programme ^ Press the flashing Start button. I Remove the laundry Only remove laundry from the machine once the drum has stopped turning. Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous and could result in injury. When the programme has finished, the Anti-crease/Finish indicator light will come on. ^ Press the Door button to open the ...
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Miele 600 - page 18
You can use the additional option buttons to augment the basic wash programmes. Short For light to nomal soiling with no visible staining. The duration of the main wash is reduced. In the Dark garments and Denim programmes, 2 rinses will be carried out instead of 3. Pre-wash For laundry with large amounts of dirt e.g. dust, sand. Soak For heavily s ...
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Miele 600 - page 19
Selectable additional options Short Pre-wash Soak Water plus Cottons XXX X Minimum iron XXX X Delicates XXX Automatic XXX X Dark garments XXX Shirts XX Denim XXX Express Silks X Woollens Drain/Spin Separate rinse/Starch With the Short, Pre-wash and Soak additional options you can only select one at a time. Additional options 19 ...
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Miele 600 - page 20
Final spin speed Programme rpm Cottons 1400 Minimum iron 1200 Delicates 600 Automatic 900 Dark garments 1200 Shirts 600 Denim 900 Express 1400 Silks 400 Woollens 1200 Drain/Spin 1400 Separate rinse/Starch 1200 You can reduce the final spin speed. However, you cannot select a final spin speed higher than that shown in the chart above. Rinse and inte ...
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Miele 600 - page 21
Cottons 9ö8E76 * 30°C to 95°C Max. load 6.0 kg Fabric Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. table linen, towelling, underwear, T-shirts etc. Note for test institutes: Short programme: 3.0 kg load and additional option Short Minimum iron 4321 8E76 * 30°C to 60°C Max. load 3.0 kg Fabric Synthetics, mixed fibres and easy care cottons. If fa ...
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Miele 600 - page 22
Shirts 40°C Max. load 2.0 kg Notes – Pre-treat collars and cuffs if necessary. – Wash silk garments in the Silks programme. Denim 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg Notes – Wash denim inside out. – Denim often contains excess dye and will run during the first few washes. Wash light and dark coloured items separately. Express 72 * 40°C Max. load 3.0 k ...
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Miele 600 - page 23
Main wash Rinses Spinning Water level Wash rhythm Water level Rinses Interim spin Final spin Cottons d a d 2-4 1) LL Minimum iron d a ( 2-3 2) LL Delicates e b e 3 – L Automatic d a ( 2-3 2) LL Dark garments d a ( 3 LL Shirts ( a ( 2 – L Denim ( a ( 3 – L Express d a d 2 LL Silks ( d ( 2 – L Woollens ( c ( 2 LL Drain/Spin ––– – – ...
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Miele 600 - page 24
This washing machine has fully electronic controls with automatic load recognition. It takes in the right amount of water required for the programme depending on the amount of laundry and its absorbency rate. This means that programme cycles and durations can vary. The programme sequences outlined in the chart are based on the basic programme with ...
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Miele 600 - page 25
Washing The figure quoted in the bucket is the maximum temperature the garment can be washed at. The number of bars under the symbol indicate the level of agitation permitted. 9 No bar under the symbol: = normal agitation 4 One bar under the symbol: = reduced agitation c Two bars under the symbol: = much reduced agitation / Hand wash (if no tempera ...
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Miele 600 - page 26
Cancelling a programme You can cancel a programme at any time after it has started. ^ Turn the programme selector to Finish . The programme has been cancelled when the Anti-crease/Finish indicator light comes on (this can take up to 30 seconds). If you want to select a different programme: ^ Switch the machine off and then back on again with the I- ...
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Miele 600 - page 27
Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ^ Press the Door button in until the drum door springs open. ^ Add or remove items. ^ Close the door. The programme will continue automatically. The door cannot be opened, if: – the suds temperature is above 55°C. – the water is above a certain level. – the programme has reached the Fi ...
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Miele 600 - page 28
The correct detergent All modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable. Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these are supplied with the detergent. Tablets are suitable for full loads but note that it may be impractical to reduce tablets for smaller loads. Some tablets do not dissolve as rapidly as others and may not be sui ...
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Miele 600 - page 29
The right amount to dispense will depend on the following: – The quantity of laundry. – The soiling level of the laundry. Lightly soiled No visible dirt or stains. Possibly slight body odour. Normally soiled Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight stains. Heavily soiled Visible dirt and stains and/or dried on soiling. – The water hardness leve ...
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Miele 600 - page 30
Fabric conditioners and liquid starch Fabric conditioners make garments soft to handle and help prevent static cling when tumble drying. Starch stiffens and gives body to items of laundry, e.g. shirts, tablecloths and bed linen. Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry at the end of a programme ^ Add the fabric conditi ...
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Miele 600 - page 31
, Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply and withdraw the plug from the socket before cleaning the machine. , The washing machine must not be hosed down. A range of Miele branded cleaning and conditioning agents is available to order from the Miele Spare Parts Department, or via the internet on www.miele-shop.com. External casing ...
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Miele 600 - page 32
^ Clean the siphon. 1 . Remove the siphon from compartment § and rinse under warm running water. Clean the siphon tube in the same way. 2 . Replace the siphon. If starching frequently, thoroughly clean the siphon and siphon tube regularly. A build-up of starch will cause them to get clogged. Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing ^ Use a ...
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Miele 600 - page 33
Cleaning the water inlet filters The washing machine has two filters to protect the inlet valves. These filters should be checked every six months or so, or more often if there are frequent interruptions to the water supply. To clean the filter in the union in the open end of the inlet hose: ^ First turn off the stopcock. ^ Unscrew the threaded uni ...
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Miele 600 - page 34
With the help of the following notes minor faults in the performance of the machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Service Department. , Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified person in strict accordance with local and national safety regul ...
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Miele 600 - page 35
The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on. Problem Possible cause Remedy A The Check drain light flashes. The water outlet is blocked. Clean the fluff filter and the drain pump as described in "Problem solving guide - Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure". The drain hose has ...
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Miele 600 - page 36
A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme continues as normal Problem Possible cause Remedy A The Check drain light flashes. The drain outlet is restricted. Clean the drain filter and the drain pump as described in "Problem solving guide - Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure". Th ...
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Miele 600 - page 37
General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine shakes during the spin cycle. The machine feet are not level. Level the machine (see "Installation and connection"). The laundry has not been spun properly and is still wet. The machine detected an imbalance during the final spin and reduced the spin speed automatically. Include b ...
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Miele 600 - page 38
An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy Liquid detergent does not give the required result. Liquid detergents usually contain no bleaching agents. They do not remove fruit, coffee and tea stains. – Use a general purpose detergent containing a bleaching agent. – Pour stain removers into compartment j of the dispenser drawer a ...
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Miele 600 - page 39
The drum door does not open when you press the Door button Possible cause Remedy The machine is not connected to the electricity supply and / or is not switched on. Insert the plug in the socket and switch on and / or switch the machine on with the I-On/0-Off button. Power cut. Open the drum door as described in "Opening the drum door in the e ...
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Miele 600 - page 40
Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure ^ Switch the washing machine off. There is a lever behind the detergent drawer fascia panel. ^ Remove the lever. ^ Use it to open the access flap. Blocked drain outlet If the drain outlet is blocked, up to 25 litres of water will be retained in the machine. , Caution: ...
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Miele 600 - page 41
Once the flow of water ceases: ^ Remove the drain filter completely. ^ Clean it thoroughly. ^ Remove any foreign objects (e.g. buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff from the filter housing. Turn the impeller by hand to check that it rotates freely. Any foreign object causing an obstruction should be removed. ^ Put the drain filter back in place and secur ...
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Miele 600 - page 42
In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact: – your Miele Dealer or – Miele (see back cover for contact details). When contacting your Dealer or Miele, please quote the model and serial number of your machine, both of which are shown on the data plate visible above the porthole glass when the door is open. N.B. A ...
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Miele 600 - page 43
Front view a Inlet hose (tested to withstand pressure of at least 7,000 kPa) b Electricity supply cable c - f Flexible drain hose (with detachable swivel elbow) g Control panel h Detergent dispenser drawer i Drum door j Access to drain filter, drain pump and emergency release k Handle recesses for moving the machine l Four height adjustable feet In ...
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Miele 600 - page 44
Rear view a Protruding lid for holding when moving the machine b Electricity supply cable c Inlet hose (tested to withstand pressure of at least 7,000 kPa) d Drain hose e Transit bar covers f Restraining clip for inlet hose and drain hose g Restraining clips for transit bars when removed Installation and connection 44 ...
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Miele 600 - page 45
Installation surface A concrete floor is the most suitable installation surface for a washing machine, being far less prone to vibration during the spin cycle than wooden floorboards or a carpeted surface. Please note the following points: ^ The machine must be level and securely positioned. ^ To avoid vibrations during spinning, the machine should ...
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Miele 600 - page 46
^ Using the spanner supplied turn the left-hand transit bar 90°, then ^ withdraw the transit bar. ^ Turn the right-hand transit bar 90°, then ^ withdraw the transit bar. Installation and connection 46 ...
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Miele 600 - page 47
, To avoid the risk of injury the holes for the transit bars must be covered after the transit bars have been removed. ^ Fit the covers on to the two holes. Then plug the holes as shown with the caps. ^ Secure the transit bars to the back of the washing machine. Make sure that holes b are fitted over retainers a . , The washing machine must not be ...
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Miele 600 - page 48
Levelling the machine The machine must stand perfectly level on all four feet to ensure safe and proper operation. Incorrect installation may increase electricity and water consumption and may cause the machine to move about. Screwing out and adjusting the feet The four adjustable screw feet are used to level the machine. All four feet are screwed ...
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Miele 600 - page 49
The fitting of building-under kits and stacking kits must only be undertaken by qualified and competent persons, in accordance with the instructions supplied with the kit. Building under a continuous worktop/in a kitchen run If you wish to push your machine under a worktop and there is space to do this without removing the lid , the conversion kit ...
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Miele 600 - page 50
The Miele water protection system The Miele water protection system protects the washing machine from water damage. The system consists of three main components: 1) the inlet hose 2) the electronic unit and the washing machine housing 3) the drain hose 1) Inlet hose The inlet hose can withstand pressure of more than 7,000 kPa. 2) Electronic unit an ...
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Miele 600 - page 51
Connection to the water supply The machine should be connected to a mains water supply in accordance with local and national safety regulations. The German authorities do not require it to have a non-return valve as the washing machine has been designed to comply with DIN regulations. The machine is designed to operate with a flow pressure of betwe ...
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Miele 600 - page 52
Connection to the drainage system The machine drains via a drain pump with a delivery head of 1 metre*. The drain hose must not be kinked as this restricts drainage. The swivel elbow at the end of the hose can be turned in either direction, or can be detached if required, with a sharp twist and pull. If required, the drain hose can be extended to a ...
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Miele 600 - page 53
Electrical connection U.K. All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person, in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK). Ensure power is not supplied to the appliance until after installation work has been carried out. The appliance is supplied with a mains cable ...
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Miele 600 - page 54
Load Consumption data Energy Water Duration in kWh in litres Short Normal Cottons 95°C 6.0 kg 1.99 49 2 h 09 min 60°C 1) 6.0 kg 1.02 49 1 h 49 min 60°C 3.0 kg 0.75 39 59 min 40°C 1) 6.0 kg 0.65 55 2 h 05 min 40°C 2) 3.0 kg 0.40 39 59 min Minimum iron 40°C 1) 3.0 kg 0.50 55 1 h 02 min 1 h 19 min Delicates 30°C 2.0 kg 0.35 69 43 min 59 min Aut ...
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Miele 600 - page 55
Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 580 mm Depth with door open 975 mm Height for building under 820 mm Width for building under 600 mm Depth for building under 600 mm Weight 93 kg Capacity 6 kg dry laundry Voltage see data plate Connected load see data plate Fuse rating (UK) see data plate / plug Consumption data see "Consumption data" Wate ...
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Miele 600 - page 56
Programmable functions for changing default settings The programmable functions can be used to tailor washing programmes to suit your individual requirements. ...
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Miele 600 - page 57
Water plus system This is used to select the water intake setting for the Water plus additional option. There are four different options: Setting 1: an increase in the rinse water level Setting 2: The water level is increased in the wash and rinse stages. (the machine is delivered with this option selected) Setting 3: An extra rinse is introduced. ...
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Miele 600 - page 58
Gentle action Activating gentle action reduces the drum action and is suitable for washing slightly soiled articles more gently. Gentle action can be used with the Cottons , Express and Automatic programmes. If Gentle action is programmed into the machine, every wash cycle in these programmes will be carried out with gentle action rhythm. The washi ...
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Miele 600 - page 59
Top-up rinse for Cottons When this is activated, additional water flows into the drum at the end of the main wash to cool the suds down. Hot suds can damage plastic drainage pipes. Top-up rinse takes place when a temperature of 95°C is selected. Top-up rinse should be activated: – to prevent the danger of scalding if the drain hose is hooked ove ...
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Miele 600 - page 60
Memory function If an additional option is selected for a programme, and / or the spin speed is altered, the machine stores these changes in memory at the start of a programme. When that particular programme is chosen again, the washing machine will display the additional option(s) and / or spin speed which have been stored for that programme in th ...
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Miele 600 - page 61
Soak A length of time of between 30 minutes and 2 hours can be programmed in 30 minute increments for the soak process. If the Soak option is pressed, the selected soak time will be carried out for the period selected before the wash programme is run. The machine is delivered with a two hour soak time set as standard. Follow steps A to G to program ...
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Miele 600 - page 62
Miele washing machines offer perfect care for your laundry and feature a wide range of special programmes designed to suit the fabric being washed. Miele have also developed a range of specialist CareCollection detergents and conditioning products to offer you a complete package for cleaning and caring for your laundry. The Miele CareCollection det ...
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Miele 600 - page 63
"UltraWhite" detergent This multi-purpose powder detergent has excellent stain removal properties and is suitable for white and light coloured laundry as well as heavily soiled coloured items. "UltraColor" detergent for coloured garments This liquid detergent is particularly suitable for cleaning coloured and dark garments. The ...
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Miele 600 - page 64
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