Miele Washing Machine Dispenser Drawer Repair

MieleMiele Washing MachineModerate⏱ 5 - 10 minutes

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The dispenser drawer, detergent drawer, or dispensing drawer holds detergent and conditioner during a wash. Over time, mold, residue, and washing powder residue can build up in the drawer and wash down onto clothes. Use this guide to remove the drawer with the red release button, clean the drawer and cavity, and refit it safely. This guide applies to Miele washing machines with this drawer style; other Miele models may have minor differences.

🧰 Tools

Work Gloves
Brush
Shop Towels or Rags

ШагиSteps

Prepare for safe cleaning

Switch off the washing machine and make sure no program is running.
Unplug the washing machine if you'll clean with a wet cloth near the controls or power cord.
Wear gloves if detergent residue, mold, or cleaning detergent irritates your skin.
Keep small tools and loose items away from the open drawer cavity.

Remove the dispenser drawer

Gently pull the dispenser drawer straight out until it stops.
Press the red release button down.
Keep the red release button pressed and pull the drawer out to release it from the machine.
Don't force the drawer out without pressing the release button, or the drawer can be damaged.

Clean the removed drawer

Scrub the removed dispenser drawer with an brush and detergent.
Clean the front and back surfaces, including areas with mold, residue, and washing powder residue.
Wipe away loosened residue and remaining detergent with a cleaning cloth.

Clean the drawer cavity

Use a cleaning cloth with detergent to wipe the accessible surfaces inside the dispenser drawer cavity.
Don't use a brush inside the cavity; it can fall through the hole and get stuck inside the washing machine.
Keep a firm hold on the cloth and don't drop loose items into the opening.

Refit the dispenser drawer

Align the dispenser drawer with the grooves in the opening.
Slide the drawer into the grooves and push it all the way in.

Run an empty cleaning program

Run a 90 °C wash program or the Drum Clean option with no laundry.
Use this empty cycle after cleaning to help leave the washer ready for fresh laundry.

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