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Insufficient spray Steam smoothing

Insufficient spray for Steam smoothing — Filter blocked or spray jet calcified

Miele · Tumble Dryers

What does Insufficient spray Steam smoothing mean?

The Steam smoothing programme is not producing enough spray to remoisten the laundry effectively. This typically indicates a blockage or calcification issue within the dryer's water delivery system for the steam function.

Common Causes

  • The filter in the condensed water container is blocked by debris or lint.
  • The spray jet located in the door opening is heavily calcified due to hard water mineral deposits.
  • Tap water, instead of condensed water, has been used, leading to calcification.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Clean the filter in the condensed water container. Refer to the 'Cleaning and care' section of your manual for detailed instructions.

  2. 2

    If the spray jet in the door opening is heavily calcified, it may need to be replaced. Consult the manual section on 'Replacing the spray jet'.

  3. 3

    Ensure you only use condensed water collected from the dryer itself for the Steam smoothing programme; never use tap water, as it contains minerals that cause calcification.

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