Name: Manual for T 494 C
Brand: Miele
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Troubleshooting and error codes

What to do if...	Cause...	Remedy...
... the tumble dryer fails to start when switched on	This may be due to an incorrect selection procedure sequence when switching on the machine.	Repeat the switch-on procedure (see section on "Drying correctly"). Also check the following: Is the machine plugged in at the mains switch? Is the door closed properly? Was the "I-On/0-Off" button pushed in? Was the "START" button pushed in? Has the fuse or circuit breaker tripped? If so, contact the Miele Service Department.
... items made of synthetic fibres are charged with static electricity after drying	The load consists of different fabrics.	Static charge can be reduced by adding a fabric conditioner for the final rinse in the washing machine.
... the laundry is not sufficiently dry	The load consists of different fabrics.	Select a more suitable drying programme next time.
... there is a build-up of fluff	Fluff is principally the result of friction when garments are being worn and washed. Machine drying hardly causes any fluff to form and, as has been established by research institutes, has no effect on the lifetime of fabric.
... the drying process goes on too long.	Ventilation to and from the dryer is insufficient (eg in a small room). This could cause the room temperature to rise sharply. The vent below the door is blocked. The dryer cannot blow air out correctly. The laundry was not sufficiently spun.	Open a door or window while the machine is in operation for increased air flow. Remove any objects that are blocking the vent below the door. Clean the fluff filters in the door and the door opening. Clean the condenser unit. Spin the laundry in the washing machine at the highest possible spin speed.
... water droplets appear at the upper edge of the drum aperture.	A double filter system with dual insulation prevents fluff from being deposited in the condenser unit. This insulation can lead to a build-up of condensation.	Laundry being removed from the machine may come into contact with these water droplets, but they will dry off in a matter of minutes.
... water leaks from the machine after the condenser unit has been cleaned.	The condenser unit has not been correctly locked into place.	Ensure that the condenser unit and cover are firmly in position and lock into place again.
... the interior drum lighting does not come on.	It only lights up when the machine is switched on. The bulb may be defective.	Change the bulb. See instructions at the end of this section.
... you need to open the door during a power cut.		See instructions at the end of this section.
... the "Drying" indicator light flashes.	The programme selector was moved after the beginning of the programme, but the programme continues to run correctly.	Turn the programme selector back to its original position and the light will go out.
... the "Anti-crease/Finish" light flashes.	There could be a fault. Cold surrounding temperatures below freezing are affecting the machine (frozen condensed water).	Switch the machine off and on again. Select the programme and press “START”. Install the appliance in a warmer room. If the light continues to flash there is a problem. Contact Miele Service Department.
... the "Empty out container" light comes on.	The condensed water container is full.	Empty the container. Check that the condensed water container is correctly positioned.
... the "Clean out airways" light comes on.	The fluff filters are blocked. The condenser unit may be blocked because it has not been cleaned for a long time.	Switch the dryer off with the "I-On/0-Off" button. Clean the fluff filters after every use. (See "Cleaning and care"). Switch the dryer off with the "I-On/0-Off" button. Please note that the condenser unit must be cleaned regularly (see "Cleaning and care").
... the programme is interrupted and the "Anti-crease/Finish" light comes on.	If there is no laundry in the drum when the programme is started, the electronics will register this and stop the programme. The programme will also be interrupted if the laundry placed in the drum is already dry.