Operating Instructions
Vented Dryer
T 1520
U
To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions
before installation or use.
M.-Nr. 05 275 070
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not use fabric softeners or
,WARNING - To reduce the risk of
products to eliminate static in the
dryer. Best results occur when a liquid
softener is used in the washing ma-
chine.
fire, electric shock, or injury to per-
sons when using your appliance, fol-
low basic precautions, including the
following:
Do not use heat to dry articles con-
taining foam rubber or similarly tex-
tured rubber-like materials.
Read all instructions before using
the appliance.
– Items containing, hairspray, nail pol-
ish remover or similar substances.
Do not dry articles that have been
previously cleaned, washed,
soaked in, or spotted with gasoline,
dry-cleaning solvents, or other flamma-
ble or explosive substances. They give
off vapors that could ignite or explode.
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.
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.
The interior of the machine and ex-
haust duct should be cleaned peri-
odically by qualified personnel.
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.
Before this appliance is removed
from service or discarded remove
the door to the drying compartment.
Do not reach into the dryer if the
drum is moving.
This dryer is intended for
residential use only!
Do not install or store this appli-
ance where it will be exposed to
the weather.
Do not tamper
with the controls.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not repair or replace any part of
the appliance or attempt any ser-
vicing unless specifically recom-
mended in these Operating Instruc-
tions. Repairs to electrical appliances
should only be performed by qualified
personnel. Incorrectly repaired ma-
chines may pose a considerable risk to
the user.
WARNING – Improper connection
of the equipment-grounding con-
ductor can result in a risk of electric
shock. Check with a qualified electri-
cian or service representative or per-
sonnel 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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded.
In the event of malfunction or break-
down, 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 hav-
ing an equipment-grounding conductor
and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate outlet
that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Guide to the dryer
Pushbuttons
Indicator lamps
– Door
– PROGRAM SEQUENCE
The program sequence indicator
lamps show the current state of the
drying program.
Opens the door or can be used to
cancel a program
(does not stay pushed in).
– ON / OFF
– DRYING STAGE REACHED
These indicators show which drying
stage the program has reached. For
program stages "Normal" and "Extra
dry" the indicator remains at the "Nor-
mal" position.
Turns the machine on and off or can-
cels a program. When the macnine is
turned on, the "On" indicator will light
up if the door is closed. If the door is
open, the drum interior light will be
on.
PROGRAM SETTING-SELECTOR
– Buzzer
Allows the buzzer to sound as the
drum rotates during the anti-crease
cycle.
Set the desired program by turning the
knob either clockwise or counterclock-
wise.
– Load size - Full / Half
– COTTONS
To dry a standard size load or more
at peak efficiency, press this button
before starting the drying cycle.
– PERMANENT PRESS
– TIMED DRYING
Items can be either dried for 20 min-
utes (incl. a cooling-down phase) or
cool air fluffed for 15 minutes.
– Start
Starts the selected program (does
not stay pushed in).
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Before loading the dryer
Drying tips
The appliance must be correctly in-
stalled and connected before the
first use. Please see the "Installation
instructions".
Knitted fabrics and flannel tend to
shrink when washed and dried for the
first time. Do not over dry these fabrics.
Permanent press and delicate fabrics
tend to crease.
For better drying results reduce the
load size and select the "PERMANENT
PRESS/Hand iron" program.
^ Check the dryer drum for any residue
that may have deposited during the
manufacturing process. If necessary
clean out with a cloth.
To prevent discoloration, do not dry
new dark-colored fabrics with light-col-
ored items.
Before drying, check fabric care la-
bels for special drying instructions.
q = Dry with normal temperature
r = Dry with low temperature
(select "Gentle" option)
Do not overload the drum!
Overloading the dryer will result in poor
drying and wrinkling.
s = do not dry in tumble dryer
Close zippers and tie up fabric belts
and apron ties.
If no symbol is present:
Do not dry items that may melt or ignite
in the dryer such as plastics, rubber or
sneakers.
Dry cottons and permanent press laun-
dry in their corresponding programs.
Dry delicate fabrics like polyester, in
one of the "PERMANENT PRESS" pro-
grams.
Wool, wool blends, linen and down
filled items should not be machine
dried.
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Using the dryer
1. Turn on the dryer and load
the laundry
^ 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.
^ Close the door with a firm swing - do
not push it shut.
Do not use fabric softener sheets in
this dryer. Silicates contained in
these sheets could cause the dryer
to overheat.
To prevent fabric damage, check
that laundry will not be caught in the
closed door.
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Using the dryer
2. Select a program
3. Select the Buzzer to signal
the end of the program
(if desired)
^ Press the "Buzzer" button.
4. Select the load size
^ Turn the program selector clockwise
or counterclockwise to the desired
program.
Please refer to the "Programs" chart.
The program status will be stored for 30
minutes in the event of a power failure.
^ Press the "Load size" button in for a
full load.
Press the "Load size" button out for a
small load.
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Programs
Program
COTTONS
Extra dry
Fabric
Note
For drying laundry that will be The "Extra dry" program should
stored away, such as linens or not be selected for jersey mate-
seasonal clothing.
rials. Items may shrink.
Normal
Normal-
Uniform loads of cotton e.g.
sheets, underwear, socks.
–
Knitted cotton fabrics that may If items are still damp, redry us-
shrink, e.g. jersey material or
lightweight cottons.
ing "Normal+".
Hand iron r
Cotton or linen fabrics to be
left damp for easier ironing.
–
Hand iron rr
If fabrics are too damp for iron-
ing, redry using "Hand iron r".
Machine iron Cotton or linen fabrics, which
To prevent moisture loss, roll up
will be ironed with a rotary iron. the laundry until ironing.
PERMANENT PRESS
Normal+
Normal
Permanent press items.
Permanent press and blended
fabrics made of blended
woven or knitted fabrics, e.g.
cotton/synthetic.
Hand iron
Permanent press and blended Reduce load size for fabrics that
fabrics, requiring an ironed
finish.
wrinkle easily.
TIMED DRYING
20 mins.
warm
Individual items or very small
loads.
–
–
15 mins.
cool air
Individual items to be fresh-
ened and fluffed with cool air.
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Using the dryer
5. Start the program
6. At the end of a program
The "Anti-crease/Finish" indicator will
light at the end of a program.
^ Turn the program selector to "Finish".
^ Press the "START" button.
^ Press the "Door" button to open the
door.
^ Remove the laundry.
^ Check that the drum is empty.
^ Clean the lint filter after each use
(see "Cleaning and care".)
^ Press the "On/Off" button to turn off
the dryer.
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Dryer care
Cleaning the lint filter
Before cleaning the tumble dryer,
disconnect the machine from the
power supply.
The lint filter must be cleaned before
or after every program.
Never use abrasive cleaners, scour-
ing pads or steel wool or caustic
(oven) cleaners on the dryer. They
will damage the surface.
Cleaning the exterior and the
control panel
^ The exterior and the control panel
can be cleaned with warm water and
liquid dish soap applied with a soft
sponge.
^ Wipe dry using a soft cloth.
Cleaning the drum and stain-
less steel parts
^ Open the door and remove the lint
filter.
^ Stainless steel surfaces can be
cleaned using a non-abrasive stain-
less steel cleaner.
^ Wipe the lint off the filter with your
hand (do not use any sharp objects!)
^ Wipe dry using a soft cloth.
^ 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.
^ Return the lint filter and close the
door.
The lint filter can be rinsed with hot
water if necessary.
^ Dry the lint filter before putting it back
in place.
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Dryer care
Changing the light bulb
Power failure - Emergency
door release
,WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock,
disconnect this appliance from the
power supply by unplugging or trip-
ping the circuit breaker.
^ Pull forward on the unhinged side of
the door.
^ Unscrew the plastic bulb cover lo-
cated inside the drum and above the
door (see illustration.)
^ Replace the light bulb with a temper-
ature proof bulb (part # 02 150 900)
available from Miele’s Technical Ser-
vice Department.
The light bulb must not exceed the
maximum wattage quoted on the
data plate.
^ Refit the plastic bulb cover.
Take care that the bulb cover is
tightened into place. Otherwise
moisture may penetrate the socket
and cause a short circuit.
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Frequently asked questions
With the following guide, minor problems can be fixed without a service call.
What if
Possible fault
Fix
. . . the tumble
Check whether the "On" in- Repeat the program selection
dryer fails to start dicator lights up. If so, fail- procedure in the correct se-
when turned on? ure to start may be due to quence, see "Using the dryer".
an incorrect program se-
lection procedure.
If the "On" indicator lamp
does not illuminate, check
that:
– The "ON/OFF" button is
pressed in.
– The door is properly closed.
– The machine is plugged in
and the fuse or circuit
breaker has not tripped.
. . . the laundry is The load consisted of dis- Select a longer drying pro-
not dry enough? similar items (size and fab- gram.
rics).
Small loads or individual
items may cause the pro-
gram to terminate prema-
turely.
Use a timed drying program.
The load was too large for Press the "Load size - Full" but-
the "Load size - Half" posi- ton when drying larger loads.
tion.
. . . the drying
times are too
long?
The lint filter is clogged.
Clean the lint filter in the door.
The laundry was not spun Make sure that the laundry is
in the washer for a suffi-
cient time.
thoroughly spun before drying.
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Frequently asked questions
What to do if, . . . ?
Cause . . .
Remedy . . .
. . . the "anti-crease"
indicator starts flash-
ing?
– Turn the program selector
to "finish".
– Turn the machine off and
then on again.
– Select a program.
– Press the "Start" button.
If the indicator lamp starts
flashing again, this indicates a
fault in the machine.
Please contact the Miele Ser-
vice Dept.
. . . the drum door
The vent is blocked or Clean the vents and the lint fil-
opens during the dry- the lint filter is clogged. ter.
ing cycle?
A fabric softener sheet Do not use fabric softener
caused the dryer to
overheat.
sheets. Add fabric softener to
the wash.
If the drum door opens again,
the Miele Service Dept. should
be contacted.
. . . the interior drum
light fails to function?
See "Changing the light bulb".
. . . you have to open
the door in the event
of a power failure?
See "Power failure –
Emergency door release".
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After Sales service
In the event of a problem which you
cannot fix yourself, or to order spare
parts please contact:
– Your Miele Dealer
or
– The Miele Technical Service
Department
USA 1-800-999-1360
CDN 1-800-565-6435
When contacting the Technical Service
Department, please quote the model
and serial number of your appliance.
They can be found on the data plate lo-
cated below the drum opening.
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Quick Guide
Remove this guide for easy reference
Please read all
instructions, especially
the "Important Safety Instructions",
before using the dryer.
Quick Guide
1. Turn on the dryer and load the
laundry
2. Select a program
^ Press the "On/Off" button to turn on
the dryer.
^ Turn the program selector clockwise
or counterclockwise to the desired
program.
3. Select the Buzzer to signal the end
of the program (if desired)
^ Press the "Door" button to open the
door.
^ Load the laundry into the drum. Make
sure that there is enough space in the
drum for clothes to tumble freely.
To prevent fabric damage, check
that laundry will not be caught in the
closed door.
^ Press the "Buzzer" button.
^ Close the door with a firm swing - do
not push it shut.
Quick Guide
4. Select the load size
6. At the end of a program
The "Anti-crease / Finish" indicator will
light.
^ Turn the program selector to "Finish".
^ Press the "Load size" button in for a
full load.
Press the "Load size" button out for a
small load.
^ Press "Door" and remove the laundry.
5. Start the program
^ Press "START".
^ Clean the lint filter.
^ Press the "On/Off" button to turn off
the dryer.
Quick Guide
Program
Fabric
Note
COTTONS
Extra dry
For drying laundry that will be The "Extra dry" program should
stored away, such as linens or not be selected for jersey mate-
seasonal clothing.
rials. Items may shrink.
Normal
Normal-
Uniform loads of cotton e.g.
sheets, underwear, socks.
–
Knitted cotton fabrics that may If items are still damp, redry us-
shrink, e.g. jersey material or
lightweight cottons.
ing "Normal+".
Hand iron r
Cotton or linen fabrics to be
left damp for easier ironing.
–
Hand iron rr
If fabrics are too damp for iron-
ing, redry using "Hand iron r".
Machine iron Cotton or linen fabrics, which
To prevent moisture loss, roll up
will be ironed with a rotary iron. the laundry until ironing.
PERMANENT PRESS
Normal+
Normal
Permanent press items.
Permanent press and blended
fabrics made of blended
woven or knitted fabrics, e.g.
cotton/synthetic.
Hand iron
Permanent press and blended Reduce load size for fabrics that
fabrics, requiring an ironed
finish.
wrinkle easily.
TIMED DRYING
20 mins.
warm
Individual items or very small
loads.
–
–
15 mins.
cool air
Individual items to be fresh-
ened and fluffed with cool air.
Contents
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Disposal of an old appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Level the dryer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Changing the decor panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Connect the ducting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Installation, repair and mainte-
This dryer must be vented out-
doors.
nance work should be by a Miele
authorized service technician. Work by
unqualified persons could be danger-
ous and could void the warranty.
Install the venting in such a way
that the expelled air cannot be
drawn back into the machine.
Before installation, disconnect the
tumble dryer from the electrical
supply by unplugging the power cord
or tripping the circuit breaker.
Do not vent the dryer into a chim-
ney used by gas, fuel boilers, heat-
ers, a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, or a
concealed space of a building.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded.
In the event of malfunction or break-
down, 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 hav-
ing an equipment-grounding conductor
and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate outlet
that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
If there is any doubt concerning in-
stallation contact Miele’s Technical
Service Department.
USA 1-800-999-1360
CDN 1-800-565-6435
WARNING – Improper connection
of the equipment-grounding con-
ductor can result in a risk of electric
shock. Check with a qualified electri-
cian or service representative or per-
sonnel 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.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Disposal of the packing
materials
Disposal of an old appliance
Old appliances may contain materials
that can be recycled. Please contact
your local recycling authority about the
possibilty of recycling these materials.
The cardboard box and packing materi-
als protect the appliance during ship-
ping. They have been designed to be
biodegradable and recyclable.
Ensure that the appliance presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal. Before discarding an old
appliance, unplug it from the outlet and
cut off its power cord and remove any
doors to prevent hazards.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of children. Dan-
ger of suffocation! Please recycle.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Level the dryer
An air flow gap of 3/8" (10 mm) must
be provided between the machine
and the floor. This air flow gap must
not be blocked by a toekick or thick
piled carpets.
The tumble dryer can also be placed
on top of a Miele washing machine for a
stacked installation. An appropriate
stacking kit is required.
The stacking kit, part # 12 996 030, is
available from your Miele dealer or the
Miele Technical Service Department.
The dryer must be level to ensure safe
and proper operation. Minor discrepan-
cies do not, however, have an adverse
effect on operation.
^ The machine can be leveled by turn-
ing the legs clockwise or counter-
clockwise as necessary.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Changing the decor panel
Fitting a toekick panel
The appliance toekick below the door
can be concealed using a toekick
panel.
Note: The door should be closed
when installing the decor panel.
^ On the door lock side remove the
4 screws (3 on the side and 1 under-
neath) and the door strip.
The height and depth of the appliance
toekick cannot be altered.
A cut-out must be made in the toekick
panel around the ventilation slots. If the
ventilation slots are blocked the
^ Loosen the remaining 7 screws on
the lower and side decor strips until
the decor panel can be bowed
slightly and taken out.
machine will not dry efficiently.
^ Insert the new panel.
^ Reassemble in the reverse order and
tighten the screws.
Decor panel dimensions
Width:
Height:
Thickness:
23 11
/
16
23 1/8
1
/
16
Panels between 1/16 and 1/8 thick
require an adapter strip available from
the Technical Service Department.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
For best drying results, avoid extra long
ducting with too many bends or angles.
Avoid ducting in tight corners.
Use flexible metal pipe or rigid metal
pipe for venting. Non-metallic flexible
hose should not be used since it is a
potential fire hazard.
The shorter the exhaust ductwork, the
more efficient the dryer will be. Ex-
pelled air is slowed down in the ducts
due to friction against the inner walls.
The shorter and smoother the inner
walls are, the less friction that will be
created.
An elbow or bend creates more friction
than a straight duct. An additional duct
length factor must therefore be added
for each elbow or bend (see Table 1.)
This factor expresses the restistance of
the bend in terms of a straight length of
duct.
The additional length factor is then
added to the measured duct length to
give the effective duct length.
A larger duct diameter helps to reduce
friction. The duct diameter should
therefore be increased with increasing
duct length.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Calculate the effective duct
length
Table 1
Type
of bend
Angle
Radius
Additional
duct length
The overall duct length will determine
the duct diameter.
inch cm inch cm
^ Measure the actual duct length
needed:
Flexible
metal duct
90 ° up to 40.6 20"
50.8
30.5
16"
45 ° up to 40.6 12"
16"
1. Establish the number of elbows or
bends necessary, noting the type of
bend, angle and radius involved
(see, Table 1).
Smooth
metal duct
90 °
4"
10
14"
35.6
Elbow 90°
sharp;
no radius
90 °
90" 228.5
2. Add the additional duct length as
specified in Table 1 to the actual
duct length to get the effective duct
length.
Concertina
bend
90 °
8" 20.3 28"
71.1
Wall vent kit
with louvres
or
window
vent kit
142" 360.7
3. The necessary duct diameter can
then be found in Table 2.
Note:
Wall vent kit
with flap or
window
99" 251.5
193" 490.2
Drying times and energy consumption
remain unaltered for 4" (100 mm) duct
up to a total length of 66 ft. (20 m). Lon-
ger ducts may lead to slight increases,
but, the function will not be impaired as
long as the necessary duct diameter is
used (Table 2).
vent kit
Exhaust
connection
left side
Table 2
Internal diameter or
edge length
Effective duct
length
inches
mm
ft
m
4"
5"
6"
100
125
150
0 - 66
66 - 100
100 - 140
0 - 20
20 - 30
30 - 42.7
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Flexible metal ducting has been used
for the following example. Other duct
types may require additional duct
length (see Table 1.)
Result:
A duct diameter of 4" (100 mm) is ade-
quate since the effective length is less
than 66 ft. (20 m) as specified in
Table 2.
Example:
Vent connection left . . . . . . . 39" (1.0 m)
Length (L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47" (1.2 m)
Lower radius (R). . . . . . . . . . 19" (0.5 m)
Height (H). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39" (1.0 m)
Upper radius (R) . . . . . . . . . 19" (0.5 m)
Wall pipe w/ grill frame. . . . 149" (3.8 m)
Effective duct length . . . . 312" (8.00 m)
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Wall vent duct
Dryer top view
1. Louvred wall vent frame
2. Wall vent duct
3. Adapter
4. Louvred wall vent
5. Flap
1. Wall pipe
6. Screw
2. Flexible foam gasket
A flexible foam gasket must be used if
the tumble dryer is directly connected
to the wall vent.
inch
4 1/4"
4"
cm
10.8
10
23 1/2"
28 1/2"
60
72.5
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Example 1
Connect the ducting
Connection of the rigid metal pipe to
the dryer (side view).
^ Attach the ducting to the vent.
^ Move the dryer close to its final posi-
tion.
^ Attach the ducting to the exhaust port
via the duct adapter, securing with
duct tape or a hose clamp.
inch
4 3/4"
cm
12
22 5/8"
27 1/2"
36 1/4"
66 1/8"
57.5
70
92
1. KA-pipe
2. Adapter
168
Example 2
Height of vent adapter in a stacked in-
stallation.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
To change the exhaust connection
from the rear of the machine to the
left side of the machine
^ Press the retaining clip of the cap
covering the left exhaust port up-
wards, turn it counterclockwise.
^ Secure the connector into the side
port by pressing it in and turning it
clockwise.
^ Remove the vent socket from the rear
exhaust port by inserting a thin
screwdriver into the slot by the retain-
ing clip. Press the clip gently up-
wards and at the same time turn the
connector counterclockwise.
^ Seal the rear exhaust port with the
cap.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Make the electrical connection Electrical connection
The dryer comes with a 5 ft long, 12/4
AWG cord and a NEMA 14-30 P plug.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In
the event of malfunction or break-
down, grounding will reduce the risk
of electric shock by providing a path
of least resistance for electric cur-
rent. This appliance is equipped with
a cord having an equipment-ground-
ing conductor and a grounding plug.
The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly in-
stalled and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
It should be connected to a
120/208-240 V, 15 A, 60 Hz AC power
supply. A 3 pole-4 wire grounding
power outlet (NEMA type 14-30 R) is
necessary.
EASY INSTALLATION KIT
If you do not have a dedicated 15 Amp
line for this appliance, but you have the
standard, 120/208-240 V - 30 Amp,
60 Hz AC outlet, you can use the "Easy
Installation Kit", which allows you to use
that line to connect this appliance.
WARNING – Improper connection of
the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or
service representative or personnel
if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
This dual receptacle, wall mounted
connection box can ONLY be used for
connecting a Miele 1900 series clothes
washer and 1500 series clothes dryer
to an existing 30 Amp (NEMA 10-30R)
outlet.
Do not modify the plug provided with
the appliance: if it will not fit the out-
let, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualified electrician.
For more information on the "Easy In-
stallation Kit" or if you have questions
concerning the electrical connection
please contact:
USA 1-800-999-1360
CDN 1-800-565-6435
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