Very little water is being drawn in.
Remove the water container.
Fill the water container 3/4 full with fresh drinking water.
Insert the water container into the coffee machine and remove it again repeatedly (10–20 times).
For appliances from serial number 152922013 onwards:
Check the filter in the water intake valve. The filter in the water intake valve is located in the recess for the water container.
Clean the filter if it is dirty.
Remove the water container.
The water container filter is located under the water container.
Unscrew the cap.
Remove the sealing ring and the filter.
Clean the parts by hand. To avoid the risk of unpleasant flavours, clean the filter with water only; do not use cleaning agents.
Rinse all parts carefully under running water.
First replace the filter (with the cross facing upwards).
Insert the sealing ring. The opening of the sealing ring should face downwards.
Screw the cap back on tightly.
Push the water container back into the machine.
Then descale the coffee machine.
Refer to the operating instructions for the exact descaling procedure for your coffee machine.
A description of the procedure for descaling various coffee machines can be found in the article “Entkalkung starten und durchführen (Kaffeevollautomaten)”.
If the fault persists, please contact us or book a repair appointment online.
Miele recommends descaling coffee machines gently and thoroughly using the Miele descaling tablets that are designed for the specific appliance, see figure. Excellent care for many years of reliable service.