Miele W1 Washing Machines

A small amount of liquid remains in the detergent capsule after the wash program finishes. This can be due to a blocked pipe in the dispenser or is sometimes normal.

This message appears when the washing machine detects too much foam in the drum during a wash cycle. Excessive foam can negatively affect washing performance and rinsing.

The display and control buttons are not lit, indicating the washing machine is not receiving electrical power. This is often a basic power supply issue or an energy-saving feature.

The washing machine's control panel is not lighting up, indicating a lack of electrical power. This can happen if the machine is not properly connected or if it automatically shut off to save energy.

After a wash cycle, significant amounts of detergent residue are left in the dispenser drawer. This can be due to insufficient water pressure or sticky powder detergent.

The washing machine display is completely dark, and the Start/Stop button light is off. This means the machine is not receiving power or has switched off automatically to save energy.

The washing machine is not receiving electrical power, which prevents it from starting any program. The display will not show any information, and the Start/Stop button will not illuminate.

The washing machine is unable to drain water properly. This can be due to a blockage in the drain system or the drain hose being incorrectly positioned.

The washing machine program has been canceled because the incoming water pressure is too low. This message appears on the display, indicating that the program cannot proceed.

The display shows a drainage error, meaning the water cannot be effectively removed from the washing machine. This often points to an obstruction in the drainage system or an incorrect setup of the drain hose.

The washing machine display prompts you to enter a code before you can operate it. This indicates that the PIN code access feature has been activated for security.

The washing machine's display is asking for a code before operation. This means a security feature has been set up to prevent unauthorized use of the appliance.

The washing machine vibrates or shakes excessively during the spin cycle. This often happens if the appliance is not standing firmly and level on the floor, leading to instability during high-speed spinning.

The display shows "Door lock fault F34", indicating that the washing machine door is not correctly closed or the door locking mechanism failed to engage. The machine cannot start a programme if the door is not securely locked.

Fabric softener is not fully dispensed, or excess water remains in the fabric softener compartment (). This indicates a problem with the siphon tube in the dispenser.

A general internal fault has occurred within the washing machine, causing the program to be canceled. This is a broad error indicating a system malfunction.

The washing machine emits a fault tone, indicating that the overflow protection system has activated. This happens if the water level rises repeatedly and uncontrollably, leading to excess water being pumped away continuously.

The display shows a general "Fault F" message, indicating an unspecified malfunction within the washing machine. This typically requires a reset of the appliance.

The text on the washing machine's display is appearing in an unfamiliar language. This indicates that the language setting has been accidentally changed in the machine's menu.

After a wash programme, the laundry remains excessively wet, indicating that the final spin cycle was not performed effectively. The machine's imbalance detection system automatically reduced the spin speed to protect the appliance.

At the end of the program, the laundry is still very wet, indicating it was not spun properly. The machine automatically reduced the spin speed due to an imbalance in the drum.

The washing machine vibrates excessively and shakes during the spin cycle. This often means the machine is not stable on its feet.

Your Miele washing machine may experience sporadic or complete failures to connect to your home WiFi network. This can prevent you from using the Miele@mobile app for remote operation or to check your washing machine's status. This often happens due to interference from other household appliances.

The washing machine pump makes unusual slurping noises during operation. This is generally not a fault and is a normal sound, particularly at the end of the pump sequence.

You hear unusual "slurping" noises coming from the washing machine. These sounds are a normal part of the machine's operation, specifically occurring towards the end of the pump sequence as the last of the water is removed.

During the Miele@home setup process (either using the Miele app or WPS), the connection attempt was not successful within the allotted time. The display will stop showing the countdown.

The program has been canceled because the water pressure is too low, below 100 kPa (1 bar). This prevents proper operation of the wash cycle.

The washing machine emits an unpleasant smell, which can be caused by the buildup of bacteria and residue over time, especially if high-temperature washes are not performed regularly. Leaving the door or detergent drawer closed after a wash can also contribute to this.

The washing machine is not receiving enough water, or the water intake is blocked or restricted. This can cause the wash program to be canceled.

The display indicates a problem with the water intake, meaning the washing machine is not receiving enough water or no water at all. This can be due to issues with the water supply line or internal filters.

The washing machine's internal water protection system has detected a potential leakage or issue, leading to its activation. This is a safety measure to prevent water damage.

This message indicates that the washing machine's internal water protection system has detected an issue, likely a leak or overflow. The system has reacted to prevent water damage.

The washing machine display shows a water intake fault, and the program has been cancelled. This means the machine is not receiving enough water.

The indicator light  and the message  on the time display indicate that a wash program using a 'Hot+' temperature has not been run for a long time. This can lead to bacteria and odor buildup inside the washing machine.

The display shows ' Door lock' and states 'The door will not lock. Call Miele'. This indicates an issue with the door latch preventing the program from starting.

The washing machine display shows a technical fault 'F', and the program has been cancelled. This indicates an internal technical problem with the appliance.

The washing machine display shows that the waterproof system has reacted, and the program has been cancelled. This means the internal water protection system has detected an issue, possibly a leak or overflow.

The symbol  is lit up on the time display. This means the program selector knob was moved to a different position after the wash program had already started.

This icon appears on the time display when the MobileStart program is selected, indicating that the washing machine is successfully connected to the Miele@home network. It confirms remote operation is possible.

The symbols  and  appear alternately on the time display. This indicates that the washing machine door is not closed properly or the door lock could not engage, preventing the program from starting or continuing.

This alternating message signifies that the SoftSteam extra option, designed to reduce creasing at the end of a program, was unable to be carried out properly.

The fault indicator light ,  and  appear alternately on the time display, and the buzzer sounds. This indicates a problem with the water intake, meaning the washing machine isn't getting enough water or its flow is restricted.

The fault indicator light ,  and  appear alternately on the time display, and the buzzer sounds. This indicates that the water protection system has reacted to a detected issue, often a leak or overflow.

The fault indicator light  lights up,  and  appear alternately on the time display, and the buzzer sounds. This signifies that the drain system is blocked or restricted, preventing proper water drainage.

The symbols  and  alternate on the time display and the buzzer sounds, indicating a general fault within the washing machine's system. This requires a reset of the appliance.

The symbol  lights up on the time display when the MobileStart  program is selected. This indicates that the remote control function for operating the washing machine via the app is currently switched off.

After the appliance is switched on, the symbol  appears in the time display. This indicates that a software update is available for the washing machine, which may include new features or improvements.

The washing machine display shows a drain fault, and the program has been cancelled. This indicates that water cannot drain properly from the machine.

This icon lights up on the time display when the MobileStart program is selected, indicating that the Miele@home feature has not been configured. Remote operation via the app is not possible.

This indicator light signals that too much foam has been generated during the washing program. Excessive foam can negatively impact wash performance and rinsing efficiency.