Brand: Miele
Category: Washing Machine
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for Premier 520
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:12 p.m.
Warranty Information
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.
- Before Use: Ensure correct installation and connection. Run a programme without laundry and detergent to prepare the machine for spinning.
- Loading: Sort laundry by colour and fabric type. Empty pockets. Pre-treat heavily soiled areas. Do not overload the drum.
- Programme Selection: Use the programme selector to choose the desired wash programme and temperature. Refer to the programme chart for fabric types.
- Additional Options: Select additional options like Short, Pre-wash, Soak, or Water plus as needed.
- Detergent: Use the recommended amount of detergent, adjusting for load size. Use appropriate detergent for coloured fabrics or delicates.
- Starting the Wash: Press the Start button. The display will show the programme duration.
- Programme Sequence: Indicator lights show the progress of the wash cycle.
- At the End of the Programme: Open the door, remove laundry, switch off the machine, and turn the programme selector to Finish.
- Special Functions: Explore programmable functions like Water plus, Gentle action, Top-up rinse, Memory Function, and Soak to customize wash cycles.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| The programme does not start. | |
|---|---|
| Possible Cause | Remedy |
| The appliance is not switched on. | Press the I-On/0-Off button. |
| The door is not closed properly. | Close the drum door securely. |
| The programme selector is not set correctly. | Turn the programme selector to the desired programme. |
| Start has not been pressed. | Press the Start button. |
| Water tap is turned off. | Turn on the water tap. |
| The programme selector is set to "Finish". | Turn the programme selector to a programme. |
| Drain hose is kinked or blocked. | Correct the kink or clean the drain hose. |
| Water inlet hose is kinked or blocked. | Correct the kink or clean the water inlet hose. |
| Water tap is turned off. | Turn on the water tap. |
| Drain pump is blocked. | Clean the drain pump filter (see "Cleaning and care"). |
| Power supply faulty. | Check fuse/circuit breaker. If faulty, consult a qualified electrician. |
| The wash programme stops and a fault indicator light comes on | |
|---|---|
| Possible Cause | Remedy |
| Drain pump is blocked. | Clean the drain pump filter (see "Cleaning and care"). |
| Drain hose is kinked or blocked. | Correct the kink or clean the drain hose. |
| The machine is not draining properly. | Check the machine for blockages. Consult Customer Service if necessary. |
| Water inlet hose is kinked or blocked. | Correct the kink or clean the water inlet hose. |
| Water tap is turned off. | Turn on the water tap. |
| Water pressure is too low. | Check water pressure. If pressure is too low, consult a qualified electrician. |
| The machine is not filling with water. | Check water inlet hose and water tap. |
| Power supply faulty. | Check fuse/circuit breaker. If faulty, consult a qualified electrician. |
| Door has not been closed properly. | Close the drum door securely. |
| A fault indicator light comes on but the wash programme continues as normal. | |
|---|---|
| Possible Cause | Remedy |
| Too much detergent has been used. | Use less detergent. |
| The water is very soft. | Use less detergent. |
| The load is too small. | Use less detergent. |
| The water is very hard. | Use a water softener. |
| The machine is not draining properly. | Clean the drain pump filter (see "Cleaning and care"). |
| The water inlet hose is kinked or blocked. | Correct the kink or clean the water inlet hose. |
| The water tap is turned off. | Turn on the water tap. |
| The drain pump is blocked. | Clean the drain pump filter (see "Cleaning and care"). |
| The machine is not filling with water. | Check water inlet hose and water tap. |
| Power supply is faulty. | Check fuse/circuit breaker. If faulty, consult a qualified electrician. |
| The door is not closed properly. | Close the drum door securely. |