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Increasing Water Levels in Miele w 3033
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Post# 609667   7/11/2012 at 14:48 (4,299 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)        

Hi.
A while back someone here posted a spec sheet from Miele on how to incease the water levels on rinses, and may be washes too?

I printed it out and cannot find it. I am not sure if it was for Model 4842.

I would like to know if it is the same for Model W 3033?

If someone here has the information can it plesae be posted, or direct me to a site that I can pick it up from?

Thanks so much

Ray





Post# 609714 , Reply# 1   7/11/2012 at 17:30 (4,298 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Me too... Me too...

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As my set will be delivered and installed tomorrow. I wouldn't mind having this information and/or a service manual if someone knows where I can get one.

Malcolm


Post# 609724 , Reply# 2   7/11/2012 at 18:25 (4,298 days old) by mielerod69 (Australia)        
Here is a video link

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This is a great video showing how to get into the programming mode of the W 3033. Remember the door of the washer needs to be closed for this to work!

CLICK HERE TO GO TO mielerod69's LINK


Post# 609762 , Reply# 3   7/11/2012 at 21:37 (4,298 days old) by georgect (Fairfield, CT)        
Malcolm...Speed Queens?

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Malcolm...what's wrong with your Speed Queen set.
I thought you loved them?


Post# 609820 , Reply# 4   7/12/2012 at 06:07 (4,298 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Speed Queens

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I still have them. They are being stored in the garage for a while. Just wanted something different.

Malcolm


Post# 609887 , Reply# 5   7/12/2012 at 14:37 (4,298 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)        
Water Level Adjustment

Thank You Rod for the information.

Malcolm.......... Let us know how you make out and like the machines.

Also if you made the adjustment for the water levels.

I think the manuals are on the mielsusa website.

Ray


Post# 609968 , Reply# 6   7/13/2012 at 07:32 (4,297 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Miele Update

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Got my set installed yesterday.

Entered the programming menu and the only thing I changed was setting Max Water to ON.

I'll post a picture shortly.

Malcolm


Post# 609969 , Reply# 7   7/13/2012 at 07:38 (4,297 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Nice Pair!

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Here they are in their new space.

I painted and updated the shelving prior to their arrival.

Malcolm


Post# 609976 , Reply# 8   7/13/2012 at 08:10 (4,297 days old) by aldspinboy (Philadelphia, Pa)        

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Malcolm very cool set !
Tell us how do you like them ...
You decided not to go with the pro models..
Like to hear more on your thoughts on the custom cycles,
when you get to them.
Next you might get the Miele steam oven lol.
Glad you got them.

Darren k


Post# 609978 , Reply# 9   7/13/2012 at 08:15 (4,297 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)        

Hi Malcolm.

Nice color for the laundry room.

So there were not other programming selections to increase the water other thanone you set? I think the video had more, but maybe it was changed?

Now...You need some Persil for this machine.

Keep us informed as you wash.


Post# 609989 , Reply# 10   7/13/2012 at 10:11 (4,297 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Multiple Settings

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Yeah. I think all the settings Andrew posted in the video are still valid. Didn't want to change too many at one time. Maximum water seems to have done the trick. I think there is some method to change the [SENSITIVE] behaviour, but haven't investigated that yet.

Another option that intrigues me is one called [ALLERGY] but I need to do some research before playing with functions I don't understand.

They'll get a good workout this weekend...

Malcolm


Post# 609990 , Reply# 11   7/13/2012 at 10:14 (4,297 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Little Giants

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After painful consideration, I decided to eliminate the LG set. Bottom line would have been 9K+ for the set. And the additional capacity was a rating only. The drum size was the same. I believe the glass door was slightly different allowing for a slight increase in drum volume.

Malcolm


Post# 610003 , Reply# 12   7/13/2012 at 11:31 (4,297 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)        

Hi Malcolm
I watched the videos on youtube. I was impressed. It seems with the options programmed that they add more water to the cycles.

That is smart of you to just do one option at a time.

SO did you do a load in it yet?


Post# 610007 , Reply# 13   7/13/2012 at 12:00 (4,297 days old) by vacfanatic ()        
Service Manual

I will post a link to the service manual for both the T8003 and W3033 this weekend - the files are too big to email.

Andrew


Post# 610013 , Reply# 14   7/13/2012 at 12:51 (4,297 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Manual

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Thanks Andrew. I'm sure it will be a good read!

Yes, I ran a load of jeans last night. It performed very well. I am still somewhat amazed by the dryer. Seems so small but handles the same sized load as a regular American dryer. Not sure how, though. Must be magic.

I will probably wash everything that isn't nailed down this weekend.

Malcolm


Post# 610014 , Reply# 15   7/13/2012 at 12:54 (4,297 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Paint Color

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Well, that was a tough decision. And the final color isn't really what I wanted to put in there, but it works. I initially wanted to go with a dark grey. But the selected paint chips really didn't go well with the tile.

The fallback color was a deep dark chocolate, but had second doubts about it being too dark for all the walls. Went with my third choice and really had doubts when it was going on the wall. But after a couple of days, it has grown on me.

Malcolm


Post# 610022 , Reply# 16   7/13/2012 at 13:29 (4,297 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
The Other Pic

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Here is the pic from a different angle.

Malcolm


Post# 610023 , Reply# 17   7/13/2012 at 13:30 (4,297 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Another try

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Not sure what happened.

Post# 610024 , Reply# 18   7/13/2012 at 13:32 (4,297 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Pedestals

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The pedestals lock together to form one sturdy base for the pair. Amazing that the only other manufacturer I ever found with a single base for both washer and dryer was Maytag for the early Neptune machines.

Malcolm


Post# 610049 , Reply# 19   7/13/2012 at 14:25 (4,297 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)        
Wall Color

Hey Malcolm. That Color ROCKS!!!!!

What is the brand and the name or number of the color?

Does the dryer have the same honeycomb tub as washer? Maybe that is why the load is drying fast. Better air flow than a dryer that just has the vent in back.

I have a large LG dryer about 4 years old. It is a nice dryer, but it takes long to dry especially towels. Iknow the load of towels is usally lage 10 or 12 plus wash cloths. I am wondering if the dryer vent ubing needs cleaning. or maybe just not hot enough. I have a service contract. AI think I will call.



So how many towels can you wash and dry in these machines?


Post# 610077 , Reply# 20   7/13/2012 at 16:43 (4,296 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Paint

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The paint was purchased at Lowes. I think the brand is Valspar. I will check the color number when I get home.

The number of towels that I can wash in this machine is 4. But mine are the large bath sheets and they are thick and very heavy when wet. 4 was the most I could wash in the Speed Queen so that was one of my test loads in the showroom.

Malcolm


Post# 610081 , Reply# 21   7/13/2012 at 16:57 (4,296 days old) by qualin (Canada)        

Hey Malcolm, was that where your Imperials were installed before?

Post# 610103 , Reply# 22   7/13/2012 at 20:15 (4,296 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Yes

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That is the same spot where the SQ's were installed.

Malcolm


Post# 610170 , Reply# 23   7/14/2012 at 07:30 (4,296 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Paint Color

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The paint brand is Valspar and the color is Hubbell House Clay.

Malcolm


Post# 610196 , Reply# 24   7/14/2012 at 09:37 (4,296 days old) by vacfanatic ()        
Miele Service Manual Documentation

Here is a link to the Service Manual and Wiring Diagrams for the T8003 / W3033

Thanks,
Andrew


CLICK HERE TO GO TO vacfanatic's LINK


Post# 610199 , Reply# 25   7/14/2012 at 10:52 (4,296 days old) by lovestowash (St. Petersburg, FL)        
Hey Malcolm...

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Love your new toys...

When's the wash-in?...

 

George


Post# 610213 , Reply# 26   7/14/2012 at 14:11 (4,296 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Wash-In

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I never thought about hosting a wash in. Since I only have on hookup, I didn't think it would be worth it.

Malcolm


Post# 610271 , Reply# 27   7/14/2012 at 20:56 (4,295 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Manuals

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Thanks for posting the link to the manuals, Andrew.

I wasn't aware that there was an option for load sensing and detergent dosing recommendation. Not sure I have a need or that, but cool nonetheless.

Malcolm


Post# 610298 , Reply# 28   7/15/2012 at 01:30 (4,295 days old) by qualin (Canada)        

So Malcolm, I know it's off topic but are you eventually going to make accomodations for both sets eventually, or are you going to switch them out as desired?

Post# 610334 , Reply# 29   7/15/2012 at 07:44 (4,295 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Eventually...

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I will probably sell the SQ's.

Malcolm


Post# 610394 , Reply# 30   7/15/2012 at 16:01 (4,294 days old) by vacfanatic ()        
Welcome

You are welcome. I enjoy reading up on the manuals from time to time.

I'm thinking I'll have to get the actual pedestals from Miele that you got - the pedestal I built, while very sturdy, still lets the washer vibrate a little bit :( I was pretty mad that I spent so much time and effort on it and it just can't stop the machine from vibrating. I may try and modify it one more way before I give up on it.

The $650 for pedestals is pretty steep though, I built my pedestal for $150 in supplies.

Andrew


Post# 610423 , Reply# 31   7/15/2012 at 19:04 (4,294 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Pedestals

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I was going to skip the pedestals myself until I learned that they locked together. It adds to the stability. The drawers are nice too, but don't get to thinking you are gonna store much in them.

Malcolm


Post# 610518 , Reply# 32   7/16/2012 at 08:47 (4,294 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)        

Hi Malcolm.

So, How many loads did you do this weekend?
Were you pleased with the results?

We all want to know. lol

Ray


Post# 610530 , Reply# 33   7/16/2012 at 10:14 (4,294 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Load Count

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I did about 9 loads this weekend. Several of them were done in 'PROFILE' mode aka COLD FILL. The most impressive load was the car washing towels. Cleaned 'em right up. I have about 60 microfiber squares that I would use for cleaning the car. Everytime I needed to wax, I would buy a fresh package. Some have gotten thrown away but I had a bucket full of dirty ones in the garage.

So far, I am very impressed with cleaning results.

Malcolm


Post# 610533 , Reply# 34   7/16/2012 at 10:27 (4,294 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)        

Malcolm. Very happy to hear this.
So when you use the cold fill, the machine heats to water to the cycle you selected.

So....you like the results better than the Speed Queens?

I have an AEG which I bought in 1991. Did not use much because the tub is very small. This machine is the AEG Bella Super. It also has a boil wash on it.

I have it disconnected now, but plan on re-connecting.

Have some problems with the LG, as it is almost 8 or 9 years old.

I think I may want to get the same Miele as you have.

Why did you choose the W 3033 over the 4842 which is larger?


Post# 610614 , Reply# 35   7/16/2012 at 18:16 (4,293 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Water Heating

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Yeah the water heats from cold to whatever temp selected. Honestly, I don't think it added much more than 15 minutes to the program, but I wasn't really timing it.

I still believe that the 30XX series is more flexible and better built than the 48XX machines. Plus the 48XX machines have been discontinued.

Malcolm


Post# 610710 , Reply# 36   7/17/2012 at 09:25 (4,293 days old) by rayjay (Carteret, New Jersey)        

Malcolm.
Thanks for all the information. Now I just have to figuer out when I can buyhe machine. lol

Have you used most of the cycles? I bet the whites came out nice too.


Post# 611256 , Reply# 37   7/19/2012 at 21:19 (4,290 days old) by mrb627 (Buford, GA)        
Cycles

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I have used quite a few of the programs, but have several yet to try out. The washer is very impressive. Tonight, I washed a load of throw rugs. Used the Custom program. These rugs are not rubber backed and can take a long time to dry. However, they completed drying in just over 45 minutes. I thought surly the dryer is stopping prematurely, but surprise. The rugs were dry.


Malcolm



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