Miele W 5740 Washing Machine

The ultimate in gentle, environmentally friendly laundry care

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Which? Best Buy Model

Winner of Which? Best Buy award for Washing Machines 2010

Drum style

The internal style of the drum for this appliance.

Maximum spin speed

The higher the spin speed, the less residual moisture left in clothes at the end of a wash

Drum size

The load capacity of this appliance

Self-cleaning detergent drawer

A special automatic cleaning process flushes out the detergent drawer during every programme to ensure it is always spotlessly clean and never needs to be manually cleaned

Extra quiet

Allows you to reduce noise levels when using the washing machine during quiet periods, for instance when people are sleeping.

Free 10 year parts and labour

A free promotional warranty is available on this model.*
* Excludes Northern Ireland

Quality

All Miele appliances will stand the test of time and give unbeatable performance for up to 20 years.

Energy efficiency

Miele has achieved top marks in European comparison tests no less than 3 times: For low energy consumption (A+), Outstanding wash performance and outstanding spin performance.

Energy-saving stand-by mode

Saves the planet and your pocket

Intensive Plus (Cold - 95°C)

Automatic selection of prewash and an extended wash time to cope with persistent stains, Ideal for heavily soiled laundry

Express 20 (Cold - 40°C)

Ideal for quickly washing and drying lightly soiled items

Which? Best Buy Model
Winner of Which? Best Buy award for Washing Machines 2010
Free 10 year parts and labour
A free promotional warranty is available on this model.*
* Excludes Northern Ireland
Drum style
The internal style of the drum for this appliance.
Quality
All Miele appliances will stand the test of time and give unbeatable performance for up to 20 years.
Maximum spin speed
The higher the spin speed, the less residual moisture left in clothes at the end of a wash
Energy efficiency
Miele has achieved top marks in European comparison tests no less than 3 times: For low energy consumption (A+), Outstanding wash performance and outstanding spin performance.
Drum size
The load capacity of this appliance
Energy-saving stand-by mode
Saves the planet and your pocket
Self-cleaning detergent drawer
A special automatic cleaning process flushes out the detergent drawer during every programme to ensure it is always spotlessly clean and never needs to be manually cleaned
Intensive Plus (Cold - 95°C)
Automatic selection of prewash and an extended wash time to cope with persistent stains, Ideal for heavily soiled laundry
Extra quiet
Allows you to reduce noise levels when using the washing machine during quiet periods, for instance when people are sleeping.
Express 20 (Cold - 40°C)
Ideal for quickly washing and drying lightly soiled items
Capacity and Speed
Drum size 7kg
The load capacity of this appliance
Drum style Honeycomb
The internal style of the drum for this appliance.
Maximum spin speed 1400 The higher the spin speed, the less residual moisture left in clothes at the end of a wash
Minimum spin speed 400
Rinse hold and No Spin Y
Controls
Control panel Straight
Dial Control Y
Touch buttons N
Sensor controls N
Slimline LCD controls Y Displays information such as temperature, spin speed and programme selection.
Plus LCD Display N Displays standard information as well additional settings and programmes
Supertronic controls N Stylish touch controls with full text LCD makes for an incredibly intuitive and simple operation
Navitronic controls N features a single dial multi-function selector, short cut buttons and a large LCD display
Buzzer Y Sounds at the end of the end of a programme
Programme sequence indication Y
Excess detergent indication Y
User programmes N
Features
Freestanding Y Miele's freestanding washing machines and tumble dryers are designed to harmonise and complement one another
Free 5 year parts and labour N
A free promotional warranty is available on this model.*
* Excludes Northern Ireland
Free 10 year parts and labour Y
A free promotional warranty is available on this model.*
* Excludes Northern Ireland
Integrated N
Wash assistant N
Direct enamel front Y Guaranteed not to corrode or yellow for the life of the machine
Removable panels Y
Delay start N
This feature allows you to delay the start of programme by up to 24 hours on some models. Allowing your appliance time to fit in with your lifestyle.
Time remaining display Y Will let you manage your time to perfection
Ergonomic door opening (30 cm) Y Large door opening makes for easier loading/unloading.
XL ergonomic door opening (33 cm) N Extra large door opening makes it even easier loading/unloading.
Ergonomic loading angle N High position and drum angle makes for easier loading
Silent professional motor N Usually found on our Commercial machines, this motor is even quieter than our standard.
Unique Honeycomb Care Y For unbeatable garment care
Load size/dispensing recommendation N Ensures you use the correct amount of detergent for a more enviromentally friendly wash
Auto liquid detergent dispensing N The LiquidWash washing machine offers the option of using an automatic liquid dispensing system for optimum wash and rinse results as well as gentle laundry care through precise dosing
Power LED drum lighting N The durable power LED light is maintenance free and produce a brighter and whiter light than ever before
Anti-crease action Y
At the end of a wash programme, the drum continues to turn intermittently to prevent                creasing
Self-cleaning detergent drawer Y A special automatic cleaning process flushes out the detergent drawer during every programme to ensure it is always spotlessly clean and never needs to be manually cleaned
Degree of soiling N
Standard run times & short option Y
Stains N
This feature offers effective stain removal with intuitive operation. There are 22 stain types to choose from of which up to 3 can be selected with any one programme.
Soak Y
Pre-wash Y
Extra quiet Y Allows you to reduce noise levels when using the washing machine during quiet periods, for instance when people are sleeping.
Colour - Lotus White Y
Colour - Stainless steel N
Classic design Y Market leading technology and legendary Miele quality in the traditional classic design.
N
ECO Feedback N Will accurately calculate duration, energy and water consumption of every programme.
Options
Choice of different languages Y
Water Plus System Y Raises the water level and/or adds an additional rinse
Gentle action Y
Soak time N
Keypad tones Y
Energy-saving stand-by mode Y Saves the planet and your pocket
12 h / 24 h clock N
Anti-crease action on/off Y At the end of a wash programme, the drum continues to turn intermittently to prevent creasing.
Display brightness / contrast Y
Lock code Y
Memory Y
Suds cooling Y
Temperature °C / °F Y
Performance
Which? Best Buy Model Y Winner of Which? Best Buy award for Washing Machines 2010
Energy efficiency A+ Miele has achieved top marks in European comparison tests no less than 3 times: For low energy consumption (A+), Outstanding wash performance and outstanding spin performance.
Quality y
All Miele appliances will stand the test of time and give unbeatable performance for up to 20 years.
Wash performance A Graded on a scale of A - G (A being the best)
Spin efficiency B Graded on a scale of A - G (A being the best)
Water consumption (litres) 55 The water used during a standard wash cycle (Cottons 60C)
Electricity consumption (kWh) 1.05
Standard programme duration 130
Residual moisture at maximum spin (%) 50
Minimum Programme duration 59
Programmes
Dark garments / Denim (Cold - 60°C) Y
Shirts Y Prevents creasing
Dark garments N For Dark garments made from cottons or mixed fibres
Outerwear (Cold - 40°C) N
Sportswear N A quick wash that removes perspiration and odour
Curtains N
Hygiene N For items where a high level of hygiene is required. Eliminates bacteria from baby bottles, chopping boards etc.
Pillows N This programme will air and dry your pillows perfectly
Wash for new garments (Cold - 40°C) N
Proofing (40°C) Y
Starch Y The starch programme can be used for starching table cloths, serviettes and workwear.
Separate rinse Y
Separate Drain and Spin Y
Separate spin only N
Automatic N For mixed loads of cotton and minimum iron fabrics
Automatic plus (Cold - 40°C) Y
Cottons Y
Delicates (Cold - 60°C) Y
Denim N Prevents creasing and streaky discolouration
Intensive Plus (Cold - 95°C) Y Automatic selection of prewash and an extended wash time to cope with persistent stains, Ideal for heavily soiled laundry
Handwash/Woollens (Cold - 40°C) Y
Handwash / Silks (Cold - 30°C) N
Express 20 (Cold - 40°C) Y Ideal for quickly washing and drying lightly soiled items
Express (Cold - 40°C) N
Minimum Iron Y For polycotton or cotton mix fabrics
Trainers N
Soft toys (Cold - 40°C) N
Miele for life N
Additional programme packages can be updated to suit your changing lifestyle needs.
Safety
Water Control System Y Incorporates a float swicth to detect leaks, and a time controlled safety check which automatically closes off the water inlet.
Waterproof system N The Waterproof system (WPS). Promising not only peace of mind but optimum protection against water damage.
Check drain / inlet indicators Y
Automatic safety door lock Y
Fault diagnosis programme Y
Emergency door release Y
Easy access manual drain Y
Water inlet filter Y
In-operation lock Y
System lock with access code N
Dimensions and Weight
Adjustable height (mm) 8
Depth (inc distance from wall in mm) 615
Depth with door open (mm) 993
Height (mm) 850
Net weight (kg) 96
Stacked height without shelf (cm) 170
Stacked height with shelf (cm) 169
Width (mm) 595

Stacking Kit With Shelf

Stacking Kit With Shelf

WTV 406 - Stacking kit with shelf (Lotus White)

Price: £63.62

E-Cloth

E-Cloth

Great for stainless steel and glass surfaces. 2 cloths in pack for wet and dry use.

Price: £9.78

Stacking Kit Without Shelf

Stacking Kit Without Shelf

WTV 412 - Stacking kit without shelf (Lotus White)

Price: £34.26

Building Under Kit - straight fascia

Building Under Kit - straight fascia

Installs a freestanding laundry appliance under a worktop

Price: £29.27

Raising Kit

Raising Kit

Raising kit for laundry appliances (+5 cm)

Price: £78.30

Delicates Detergent Liquid

Delicates Detergent Liquid

Miele Delicates liquid provides excellent grease and stain removal whilst helping to protect delicate fabrics through washing at 20 degrees.
Contains 1.5 litres for 33 wash cycles.

Price: £3.91

Fabric Conditioner

Fabric Conditioner

Miele Fabric Conditioner keeps clothes feeling soft and provides a laundry fresh, natural fragrance. It also prevents static cling in the tumble dryer.
Contains 1.5 litre for 33 wash cycles.

Price: £3.91

Down Items - Special Detergent

Down Items - Special Detergent

Miele Down detergent is designed to be used with your special purpose wash programme. It provides gentle care and cleaning of down filled items, whilst maintaining bounce and the supple nature of the down.
Contains 250ml for 14 wash cycles.

Price: £6.84

Outdoor - Special Detergent

Outdoor - Special Detergent

Miele Outdoor detergent takes gentle care of garments with a sensitive membrane. Designed to be used with your special purpose wash programme, it will clean your outdoor garments without damaging special textiles and finishes.
Contains 250ml for 14 wash cycles.

Price: £6.84

Sportswear - Special Detergent

Sportswear - Special Detergent

Miele Sportswear detergent is designed to be used with your special purpose wash programme to help clean sportswear whilst taking gentle care of special microfibres used in these garments. It will help to neutralise and remove odours whilst protecting the colour of the fabric and preventing static build.
Contains 250ml for 14 wash cycles.

Price: £7.82

Water softening tablets

Water softening tablets

Formulated to prevent lime and magnesium scaling in washing machines.
Use one tablet in each wash cycle to reduce the amount of detergent required to the dosage for the softest water. Ideally suited to catchment areas with a hard or very hard water supply. Individually wrapped. 48 in each box

Price: £9.78

UltraWhite Detergent Powder 2.7kg

UltraWhite Detergent Powder 2.7kg

A concentrated powder form multi-purpose detergent with excellent stain removal properties. Sufficient for up to 40 wash cycles

Price: £9.99

UltraColour Detergent Liquid 2l

UltraColour Detergent Liquid 2l

A concentrated liquid detergent for colour garments offering excellent cleaning properties, even at low temperatures. Protects brilliance of colours. Sufficient for up to 26 wash cycles

Price: £6.99

Reproofing agent - Special finishing agent

Reproofing agent - Special finishing agent

Miele Reproofing agent is designed to be used with your special purpose wash and tumble drying programmes to reproof garments against wind and water. It will provide a dirt repellent finish whilst retaining elasticity and wicking action of the fabric. Ensure your garments are clean and dry before using the reproofing agent. Thermo fix the protective coating using your speical purpose tumble dryer programme for longer-lasting results.
Contains 250ml for 4 wash cycles.

Price: £9.99

Washing machine descaler 250g

Washing machine descaler 250g

Citric acid descales washing machines gently and thoroughly. Contents of one pack is sufficient for one descaling operation.
Pour directly into drum and place machine on a 90°C wash. Use in an empty machine as and when requried

Price: £2.92

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